191 - Saikyo Selections 10 - Gintama

191 - Saikyo Selections 10 - Gintama

Author: Manga Mac Crew May 21, 2018 Duration: 1:13:06

On this episode we dive into the hilarious comedy stylings of Gintama!

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Time Stamps:

  • 00:00:00 - Intro Song: "Anata MAGIC" by monobright from Gintama, Opening, Introductions, Shoutouts, Chris from Canada's gaming article
  • 00:03:24 - Listener Questions: debating the difference between used books vs. scanlations
  • 00:18:46 - Whatchu Been Reading: Transition Song: Dragon Ball Z OST "Prologue", Seamus checks out Usamaru Furuya's alternative manga Garden
  • 00:23:45 - Seamus goes on a rant about finally beating Persona 3 and comparing the similarities with shonen/shoujo manga endings
  • 00:27:42 - Darfox will soon need to start taking notes for all the different characters in Ooku: The Inner Chambers
  • 00:30:58 - dakazu checks out If I were a DictatorPerfect Stealth Camouflage-style Little Match Girl and one is a typical Jiro Matsumoto manga while the other is not
  • 00:37:47 - News: Castle of Cagliostro is available on Netflix
  • 00:38:47 - Next Episode Preview and Rundown: Manga in Motion review of live-action Mob Psycho 100 on Netflix, we'll be review all 12 episodes and comparing it to the manga/anime
  • 00:32:31 - Main Segment Saikyo Selections: looking at a few selected story arcs to learn and comment about the long running series Gintama by Hideaki Sorachi, Transition Song: "Hana Ichi Monme" by BURNOUT SYNDROME from Gintama, we talk about the history and origin of the Gintama world, examine Madao diaries, compare the dramatic arcs to the comedy arcs, and laugh about Armstrong Cannons
  • 01:11:35 - Next Week's Topic: live-action Mob Psycho 100, House Keeping, Social Media Rundown, 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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