189 - Darfox Dabbles 2 - Weekly Shonen Champion

189 - Darfox Dabbles 2 - Weekly Shonen Champion

Author: Manga Mac Crew May 7, 2018 Duration: 1:52:36

Seamus is out this episode so we get darfox to weigh in on various manga from Weekly Shonen Magazine!

*WARNING* Our discussion about BokoKoi is extremely mature in nature and spoiler heavy. If you are offended by adult content please skip over it.

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Time Stamps:

  • 00:00:00 - Intro Song: "Koi no Hime Hime Pettanko" by Kotori Himeno from Yowamushi Pedal, Opening,  Introductions, Listener Emails: responding to critiques, comparing Western comics to Japanese manga
  • 00:08:55 - Talking about our experience with conventions
  • 00:16:06 - Whatchu Been Reading: Transition Song: Dragon Ball Z OST "Prologue", darfox recognizes the same voice actor from My Hero Academia and Yowamushi Pedal
  • 00:17:42 - dakazu is late to the party with the romantic comedy about high school couples, Tsure-dure Children
  • 00:19:54 - dakazu re-visits Jitsuroku: Nakumade Bokorarete Hajimete Koi ni Ochimashita to talk about how the series explores the artist's self-hate & gender identity issues (WARNING: heavy spoilers & mature topics)
  • 00:48:01 - News: New bonus Yu Yu Hakusho OVA for the upcoming blu-ray release, streaming licenses ending for Case Closed & KenIchi the Mightiest Disciple at FUNimation
  • 00:52:50 - Deb Aoki's article on Anime News Network breaking down the profit from official English editions of manga
  • 01:00:33 - Main Segment Darfox Dabbles: Transition Song: "Sakamichi" by Kan Sawada from Yowamushi Pedal, Darfox gives his opinion on the following manga running in Weekly Shonen Champion, including:
  • 01:04:31 - Yowamushi Pedal
  • 01:07:42 - Baki-Dou
  • 01:17:08 - Shuujin Riku
  • 01:22:27 - Bachi Bachi
  • 01:24:25 - Magical Girl Site
  • 01:32:04 - Harigane Service
  • 01:35:24 - Rokudou no Onnatachi
  • 01:40:42 - Mairimashita! Iruma-kun
  • 01:50:35 - House Keeping, Social Media Rundown, Next Episode Preview and Rundown: One Shot of A Lollipop or a Bullet by Kazuki Sakuraba & Iqura Sugimoto, we'll read the series for a single episode retrospective review, 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.
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