235 - Give My Regards to Black Jack part 3

235 - Give My Regards to Black Jack part 3

Author: Manga Mac Crew March 25, 2019 Duration: 57:39

On this episode we conclude the cancer patient arc, move onto the psychiatry ward, and talk a lot about The Wire as we continue our retrospective on 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
  • 00:02:09 - Whatchu Been Reading: Transition Song: Dragon Ball Z OST "Prologue", dakazu is enjoying women's football with Farewell, My Dear Cramer
  • 00:10:20 - The extra round episodes of Hi Score Girl on Netflix resolve the cliffhanger from the season finale
  • 00:11:32 News: A new season of Hi Score Girl will start October 2019
  • 00:12:23 Next Episode Preview and Rundown: Retrospective on Give My Regards to Black Jack, we will conclude our comprehensive review of Shuho Sato's manga(covers volumes 11-13)
  • 00:13:08 - 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
  • 00:13:59 - We talk about the end of the cancer patient arc
  • 00:17:07 - We praise the appropriate amount of dramatic moments for the patient, Mrs. Tsujimoto, but think Dr. Usami's pep-talk was a bit much
  • 00:19:06 - We were satisfied with how this story arc was resolved
  • 00:20:29 - We discuss if Sato's storytelling has improved since the beginning of the series
  • 00:22:02 - We dive into Saito's next internship with the Psychiatry ward
  • 00:29:19 - Darfox and dakazu talk about whether the scenes of discrimination against the new patient, Mr. Ozawa, felt heavy-handed
  • 00:32:08 - We talk about the major event that push the story of this psychiatry arc
  • 00:37:48 - Darfox and Seamus are reminded of The Wire and other shows that portray problems with the media
  • 00:40:03 - dakazu explains the reference to Osamu Tezuka's Black Jack
  • 00:41:33 - dakazu talks about his experiences working with special needs clients and the representation he found in this manga compared to what he wanted
  • 00:46:00 - We find out that Sato has taken this story line from the Osaka school massacre of 2001
  • 00:48:50 - We make a few prediction on how this arc will end
  • 00:50:57 - Darfox and Seamus continue to compare this manga to The Wire
  • 00:54:07 - We give our final thoughts about what we read this week
  • 00:55:52 - 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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