129 - Saikyo Selections 5 - Patlabor

129 - Saikyo Selections 5 - Patlabor

Author: Manga Mac Crew March 13, 2017 Duration: 1:14:55

This week Seamus is looking into the history of post-World War 2 Japan with Shigeru Mizuki's Showa and Yoshihiro Tatsumi's Abandon the Old in Tokyo and Good-Bye, we discuss the representations of racial stereotypes in Japanese culture, darfox is enjoys the use of back lighting in Chi no Wadachi, and dakazu ponders if Inio Asano's new series Reiraku, about a depressed manga-author, is autobiographical! Then our deliberations over the upcoming stage-version of Inuyasha and adaptations of manga into other media leads us to our Saikyo Selection on Patlabor! We explain it's origins as a media mix project and get into what we like about the series!!!(covers volumes 1-2)


Every Monday, the Manga Machinations podcast gathers for a conversation that feels like pulling up a chair with friends who are deeply passionate about comics from Japan. Hosted by dakazu, darfox8, Seamus2389, and Morgana Santilli, the discussions are less about the biggest mainstream hits and more about the hidden gems and foundational works that often fly under the radar. You’ll hear them introduce a wealth of unknown manga you’ve likely never encountered, alongside thoughtful, in-depth retrospective reviews of significant titles. These deep dives have covered works like the poignant comedy of 'Tokyo Tarareba Girls', the cyberpunk dystopia of 'BLAME!', and the legendary, epic scope of Tezuka Osamu's 'Phoenix'. The charm of this podcast lies in the hosts' genuine enthusiasm and varied perspectives, which can make a niche title sound like your next must-read. It’s a weekly exploration for anyone looking to move beyond the surface of manga, offering both discovery and a deeper appreciation for the art form’s vast landscape. For more from the Manga Mac Crew, you can visit their website or reach out via email.
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033 - Nausicaa part 5 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:06:53
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032 - Nausicaa part 4 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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031 - Nausicaa part 3 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:17:38
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030 - Nausicaa part 2 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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029 - Nausicaa part 1 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:08:11
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027 - Triple Dip 1 - Bunny Drop, One Punch Man, BLAME! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:08:04
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026 - Anime Interlude 2 - Death Parade [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:39:09
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