231 - Darfox Dabbles 4 - MANGA Plus

231 - Darfox Dabbles 4 - MANGA Plus

Author: Manga Mac Crew February 25, 2019 Duration: 1:37:17

On this episode we get Darfox to checkout a slew of titles available in English(and Spanish) through Shueisha's globally available MANGA Plus app!

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Time Stamps:

  • 00:00:00 - Intro Song: "New Stranger" by sora tob sakana from Hi Score Girl, Opening, Introductions, shout-outs
  • 00:01:59 - Whatchu Been Reading: Transition Song: Dragon Ball Z OST "Prologue", dakazu didn't think the live-action adaptation of Asahinagu was very good
  • 00:07:08 - Satoru Noda's debut title Supinamarada! shares similar jokes and some characters to his next work Golden Kamuy
  • 00:10:01 - Toripan is a light-hearted comedy about birds and their sometimes hilarious behavior
  • 00:13:09 - Next Episode Preview and Rundown: Triple Dip where we read the first volume of three different manga, including: Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba by Koyoharu Gotouge, Crocodile Baron by Takuya Okada, and Kakegurui – Compulsive Gambler by Homura Kawamoto & Toru Naomura
  • 00:16:10 - Main Segment Darfox Dabbles: MANGA Plus, Transition Song: "FIRE GROUND" by Official HIGE DANdism from Hinomaru Sumo, dakazu explains the difference between the MANGA Plus and Shonen Jump Manga & Comics apps, we talk about 9 manga available through MANGA Plus, Including:
  • 00:23:35 - Land Lock by Ai Odahara
  • 00:29:04 - Nano Hazard by Shosho Kurihara & Kazaana
  • 00:36:47 - Spotless Love: This Love Cannot Be Any More Beautiful by Otaro Maijo & Arata Momose
  • 00:44:02 - Hinomaru Sumo by Kawada
  • 00:53:26 - Hell's Paradise: Jigokuraku by Yuji Kaku
  • 01:00:52 - Soloist in A Cage by Shiro Moriya
  • 01:10:13 - Blue Flag by KAITO *HEAVY SPOILERS*
  • 01:18:18 - KoLD8: King of the Living Dead by Pageratta
  • 01:23:57 - Abyss Rage by Nariaki Narita
  • 01:32:03 - Darfox gives his final thoughts and picks his favorites
  • 01:35:53 - 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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