Talk to My Back / On and Off: Work-Life Imbalance

Talk to My Back / On and Off: Work-Life Imbalance

Author: Taiiku Podcast June 18, 2026 Duration: 0:00
It's the World Cup! GO KOREA!! And Scotland. This episode, we're talking about Murasaki Yamada's Talk to My Back published by Drawn & Quarterly and Shinnosuke Kanazawa's On and Off: Work-Life Imbalance published by Square Enix. Talk to My Back credits: Translation: Ryan Holmberg Font and sound effect lettering: Sophie Yanow On and Off: Work-Life Imbalance credits: Translator: Jenny McKeon Letterer: Rebecca Sze Cover Designer: Katie Lee G Editor: Edward Hong Join the unofficial Taiiku Podcast discord, the OSMCast discord. Or the second unofficial Taiiku Podcast discord, the Third Impact Anime discord. Both used with permission. Listen Show notes: 0:30 - We talk about Talk to My Back 22:22 - We talk about On and Off: Work-Life Imbalance Next time is Doughnuts Under a Crescent Moon and Ramen Wolf and Curry Tiger

Every three weeks, the hosts of Manga in Your Ears-Kory, Helen, and Apryll-settle in for a conversation that bridges the classic and the contemporary. Their format is straightforward but deeply engaging: they dive into one manga series that has already reached its conclusion, offering a full perspective on its story and impact. Then, they shift to discuss a different series that is either freshly finished or still unfolding in real time, capturing the immediate excitement of ongoing publication. This dual focus creates a unique rhythm, allowing for thoughtful retrospectives alongside the lively speculation that comes with following current releases. The discussions feel less like formal reviews and more like the kind of talk you’d have with friends who share a deep passion for the medium, dissecting character arcs, artistic choices, and narrative twists. Produced by Taiiku Podcast, this series sits comfortably at the intersection of Arts and Books, designed for anyone who appreciates the depth and diversity of manga storytelling. Tuning into this podcast is like getting a curated, bi-monthly guide to what’s worth reading, from timeless titles you might have missed to the latest chapters everyone is talking about.
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