215 - Ode to Kirihito part 2

215 - Ode to Kirihito part 2

Author: Manga Mac Crew November 5, 2018 Duration: 1:41:13

This week we wrap up our Retrospective review of Ode to Kirihito by Osamu Tezuka!

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Time Stamps:

  • 00:00:00 - Intro Song: "More One Night" by Chito & Yuuri from Girls' Last Tour, Opening, Introductions, Christmas decorations
  • 00:01:55 - Listener Emails: Comparing manga reading habits to anime viewing habits, the zeitgeist of new media, the convenience of streaming services and digital distribution effecting how anime/manga is consumed
  • 00:20:26 - Whatchu Been Reading: Transition Song: Dragon Ball Z OST "Prologue", Seamus talks about his lack of historical knowledge for Ooku: The Inner Chambers
  • 00:26:34 - Darfox about some free samples of Aposimz, Battle Angel Alita: Holy Night and Other Stories, Shibuya Goldfish, and Junji Ito's Frankenstein
  • 00:37:46 - dakazu is apprehensive about diving into Tsutomu Takahashi's Nazi story of Neun
  • 00:43:03 - Ningen Karimenchu Tsuzuki continues Taeko Uzuki's struggles with Schizophrenia and her loving relationship with her elder boyfriend
  • 00:47:34 - News: Kengo Hanazawa throws some shade on Inio Asano in the 2000th issue of Big Comic Spirits
  • 00:52:36 - Members from the Sailor Moon musical in Japan will be performing at the 2019 National Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington DC
  • 00:53:46 - Shueisha will be releasing a special issue called Paralympic Jump in association with the Paralympics
  • 00:54:56 - The fans of Karakuri Circus were concerned about the anime adaptation because of the limited episodes but creator Kazuhiro Fujita says it's about getting the best moments from the series into this adaptation
  • 00:59:54 - Next Episode Preview and Rundown: Triple Dip where we read the first volume of three different manga, including: Scum's Wish by Mengo Yokoyari, Starving Anonymous by Yuu Kuraishi & Kazu Inabe, and The Fable by Katsuhisa Minami
  • 01:01:55 - Main Segment Retrospective Review: Transition Song: "? no Boomerang" by Tomoko Tokugaki from The Three-Eyed One, retrospective review of Ode to Kirihito by Tezuka Osamu, we discuss the fates of the antagonists, talk about all the references to Jesus, interpret Tezuka's disdain for doctors, praise the reoccurring artistic themes, detest the negative use of mental illness, debate forgiveness vs vengeance, explain the postmortem problems with Urabe, and wonder why the Monmow epidemic was never resolved.(covers chapters 11-20)
  • 01:39:20 - Next Week's Topic: Scum's Wish & Starving Anonymous & The Fable, House Keeping, Social Media Rundown, 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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