169 - One Shot 9 - Ibitsu

169 - One Shot 9 - Ibitsu

Author: Manga Mac Crew December 18, 2017 Duration: 1:02:05

This week we review a horror manga  suggested to us by a listener called Ibitsu. We also have a discussion about what makes manga masterpieces and the increase of manga franchises filled with sequels and spin-offs. Please enjoy!

Here is a link to the horror web manhwa darfox mentioned.

Remember to send us emails!
mangamachinations@gmail.com

Follow us on Twitter!
@mangamacpodcast

Check out our tumblr!
http://mangamachinations.tumblr.com

Join our Discord server and come talk to us!
http://discord.me/mangamac

Time Stamps:

  • 00:00:00 - Intro Song: "Back Alley Space Boy" by The Cobra Twisters from Daiguard, Opening, Introductions
  • 00:01:32 - Listener Emails: answering if we get manga "burnout" or "genre fatigue"
  • 00:11:10 - Debating what makes a manga a masterpiece
  • 00:21:07 - Discussing misconceptions of Osamu Tezuka's influence of manga
  • 00:23:45 - Whatchu Been Reading: Transition Song: Dragon Ball Z OST "Prologue", dakazu talks about the endings of Hyouge Mono, RINNE, and the final volume of Baby Steps
  • 00:30:15 - Seamus is reading volumes of The Ancient Magus' Bride and Frau Faust in tandem and comparing them
  • 00:33:47 - News: BEASTARS and Chi no Wadachi tying for 3rd place in Freestyle magazine's 2017 Read this Manga! list, discussion about manga industry relying on sequels of popular series like The Poe Clan for sales
  • 00:41:40 - New Captain Tsubasa anime in 2018, Transition Song: "Los Super Championes", darfox's love of Spanish anime openings
  • 00:43:39 - Next Episode Preview and Rundown: 2017 Year End Review, we'll each be presenting a Top 3 list for anime & manga and discussing everything from 2017
  • 00:44:59 - Main Segment One Shot: Transition Song: "Free Bird" by New Cinema Tokage from Project ARMS, single episode retrospective on Ibitsu by Ryou Haruto and suggested by listener Chris, we praise the art design but debate the effectiveness of spreading the story out over 2 volumes
  • 01:00:58 - House Keeping, Social Media Rundown, Next Week's Topic: Golgo 13, Sign Off, Sign Off Song: "wish men" by sunbrain from Beet the Vandel Buster

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.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 586

Manga Machinations
Podcast Episodes
502 - Darfox Dabbles 9 - MANGA Plus 5 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:20:23
Seamus and Morgana are out this episode, so dakazu gets Darfox to read a variety of new series for a Darfox Dabbles! We discuss Dear Anemone, Navigatoria, GHOST FIXERS, and more!!! Send us emails! mangamachinations@gmail…
501 - Movie Machinations 2 - Velvet Goldmine [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:57
This week we discuss the end of Nobunaga no Chef and the connection of Sunny Sunny Ann! with Glaeolia 2! Then, we examine the glam-rock Velvet Goldmine for Movie Machinations, to see it's connection to Paradise Kiss!!! S…
500 - One Shot 73 - Paradise Kiss [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:49:59
Come join us as we celebrate 500 episodes of Manga Machinations! After announcing the winner of our giveaway, dakazu leads the hosts in a game of Wavelength! Then we dive into the world of fashion and teen drama with Ai…
499 - Manga in Motion 62 - Blue Giant [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:12:39
It's time to tear our guts out this episode! dakazu won't shut up about how amazing the Blue Giant movie is, while Darfox says the CG animation is unforgivable! We also discuss Artemisa, the new volume of My Love Story!!…
498 - Manga in Motion 61 - Inu-Oh [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:32:24
Seamus returns to derail us with butter talk! We discuss Black Clover, VERSION, Rokyo Bakuto-den Soga, and more! Then, we explore Masaaki Yuasa's revisionist rock opera, Inu-Oh for a new episode of Manga in Motion!!! We'…