290 - No Longer Human part 2

290 - No Longer Human part 2

Author: Manga Mac Crew April 13, 2020 Duration: 1:14:00

This week dakazu tries to understand the end of Blue Flag and cries ! Then Seamus has some choice words for Junji Ito's adaptation of No Longer Human as we finish our Retrospective!!!

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Timestamps:

  • 00:00:00 - Intro Song: "No Longer Human theme" by Hideki Taniuchi from Aoi Bungaku Series, Opening, Introductions, dakazu's reading
  • 00:01:46 - Whatchu Been Reading: Transition Song: Dragon Ball Z OST "Prologue", The House Spirit Tatami-chan is a short anime created and directed by Rensuke Oshikiri
  • 00:05:22 - Shuzo Oshimi's new series Okaeri Alice is about a triangle relationship with a possible transgender twist
  • 00:08:59 -  *SPOILERS* dakazu dives into the abrupt changes to characters in the ending of Blue Flag
  • 00:22:11 - dakazu couldn't stop crying while reading about Yuki Okada's experience with cervical cancer surgery and recovery in Sayonara Shikyu
  • 00:25:57 - News: Possible COVID-19 contamination within the editorial staff leads to delay of upcoming Weekly Shonen Jump chapters
  • 00:31:01 - Next Episode Preview and Rundown: One Shot on Memoirs of Amorous Gentlemen, we will review Moyoco Anno's tale of sex workers and the clients they services
  • 00:33:07 - Main Segment Retrospective: No Longer Human, Transition Song: "We say hello" by Manami from Aoi Bungaku Series, a comprehensive look at Junji Ito's manga adaptation of Osamu Dazai's novel(covers chapters 13-24)
  • 01:12:37 - Next Week's Topic: Memoirs of Amorous Gentlemen, 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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