272 - Darfox Dabbles 6 - MANGA Plus 2

272 - Darfox Dabbles 6 - MANGA Plus 2

Author: Manga Mac Crew December 9, 2019 Duration: 1:34:06

On this episode dakazu has gone back to watch everything Psycho-Pass and talks about the brilliant job Psycho-Pass 3 does to reboot the series. Then it's time for Darfox to revisits MANGA Plus and check out the new titles! Get his impressions on The Vertical WorldSPY x FAMILYEast, Into The Night, and more!!!

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Timestamps:

  • 00:00:00 - Intro Song: "New Stranger" by sora tob sakana from Hi Score Girl, Opening, Introductions, Social Media
  • 00:01:54 Whatchu Been Reading: Transition Song: Dragon Ball Z OST "Prologue", dakazu loved learning camping tips in Futari Solo Camp
  • 00:05:54 - *SPOILERS* dakazu gives his impressions about Psycho-Pass Psycho-Pass 2 and talks about why he loves Psycho-Pass 3 
  • 00:21:37 -  News: BEASTARS was included on Comics Beat's The Best Comics of 2019 list
  • 00:22:55 - BEASTARS gets a stage adaptation
  • 00:24:00 - Sony's PS4 Lineup Music Video Winter Mix was filled with plagiarized animation
  • 00:31:52 - Next Episode Preview and Rundown: Morgana's Manga Makeup, Morgana will read manga previously covered on Manga Machinations before she joined, including: Vinland Saga by Makoto YukimuraGolden Kamuy by Satoru Noda, and Shojo FIGHT! by Yoko Nihonbashi
  • 00:33:05 - Main Segment Darfox Dabbles: MANGA Plus 2, Transition Song: "Catch up, latency" by UNISON SQUARE GARDEN from Run with the Wind, we talk about 11 new manga available through MANGA Plus, Including:
  • 00:34:04 - 'Tis Time for "Torture," Princess by Robinson Haruhara & Hirakei
  • 00:38:44 - The Vertical World by Kuu Tanaka
  • 00:43:02 - SPY x Family by Tatsuya Endo
  • 00:47:53 Moon Land by Sai Yamagishi
  • 00:53:25 - Hina Change by Gaku Kajikawa *SPOILERS*
  • 01:00:51 HEART GEAR by Tsuyoshi Takaki
  • 01:06:11 - Dricam!! by Yu Chiba
  • 01:08:58 - East, Into The Night by ANGYAMAN *SPOILERS*
  • 01:15:26 - Dear Sa-chan by Iori Asaga
  • 01:20:08 - Curtain's up, I'm off by Akitaka Imakoshi
  • 01:24:38 - Arata Primal: The New Primitive by Katsutoshi Murase & Daisuke Oikawa
  • 01:29:54 - Darfox picks his favorite titles
  • 01:32:50 - Next Week's Topic: Vinland Saga & Golden Kamuy & Shojo FIGHT!, 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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