234 - Give My Regards to Black Jack part 2

234 - Give My Regards to Black Jack part 2

Author: Manga Mac Crew March 18, 2019 Duration: 1:29:58

This week we continue learning about modern Japanese medicine through the lens of Shuho Sato's Give My Regards to Black Jack!

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Timestamps:

  • 00:00:00 - Intro Song: "I am Just Feeling Alive" by UMI KUUN from Young Black Jack, Opening, Introductions, Gaelic Football
  • 00:03:25 - Whatchu Been Reading: Transition Song: Dragon Ball Z OST "Prologue", Darfox reads volume 1 of Mob Psycho 100 and praises ONE's bad art
  • 00:08:18 - We discuss the similarities between ONE and Nobuyuki Fukumoto
  • 00:12:25 - Is Kichijoji the Only Place to Live? opens Seamus into the manga genre of real estate
  • 00:17:43 - dakazu checks out the brand new prequel to Jisatsutou(Suicide Island) called Muhoutou(Lawless Island)
  • 00:23:05 - Finding out that Otto no Chinpo ga Hairanai is non-fiction has dakazu agreeing that "truth is stranger than fiction"
  • 00:30:54 News: BEASTARS anime will premier October 2019
  • 00:32:54 - VIZ will be releasing a deluxe edition of Kazuo Umezu's horror classic The Drifting Classroom
  • 00:35:09 - VIZ launches VIZ Originals which will publish original graphic novels by manga-inspired creators
  • 00:43:45 Next Episode Preview and Rundown: Retrospective on Give My Regards to Black Jack, we will continue our comprehensive review of Shuho Sato's manga(covers volumes 8-10)
  • 00:44:15 Main Segment Retrospective: Give My Regards to Black Jack, Transition Song: "LIFE is... 〜another story〜" by Ken Hirai from Give My Regards to Black Jack, comprehensive review of Shuho Sato's medical drama
  • 00:46:10 - We talk about Saito's brief stint in Pediatrics
  • 00:49:52 - We ponder if Sato got his storylines from the current news headlines
  • 00:53:23 - We discuss whether we should start fact checking the medical information presented in this manga
  • 00:55:43 - Saito's next arc takes him into the world of cancer patients and the problem Japan faces with approving new anti-cancer drugs
  • 00:59:18 - The romance between Dr. Usami and Noriki within the flashback leaves much to be desired
  • 01:04:23 - Darfox questioned the Japanese laws regarding disclosure presented in this arc
  • 01:06:41 - We praise this series for showing nuance in the three different ideologies of each doctor
  • 01:08:55 - Seamus looks ups some facts about full-disclosure in Japanese medical practice that match the information presented in the manga
  • 01:13:19 - We debate the appropriateness of Sato's portrayal of cancer patient Mrs. Tsujimoto compared to other media
  • 01:21:33 - We share how reading a manga with such heavy themes of mortality and disease have effected us
  • 01:22:47 - Darfox thinks the two female characters are presented as a reflection of Saito's righteous passion and rational mind
  • 01:26:26 - Seamus was surprised to see anti-cancer drug testing facts but relieved nothing like the talking prenatal twins appeared in these volumes
  • 01:27:42 - We some final thoughts about the series so far
  • 01:28:30 - Next Week's Topic: Give My Regards to Black Jack, 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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