293 - Yu Yu Hakusho part 2

293 - Yu Yu Hakusho part 2

Author: Manga Mac Crew May 4, 2020 Duration: 2:16:37

This week Darfox is finally ready to read Gambling Apocalypse: KAIJI while Seamus and dakazu discuss the unpredictable changes in To Your Eternity! Then we continue our Retrospetive review of Yoshihiro Togashi's Yu Yu Hakusho as Yusuke and the gang fully transition into shonen battle manga antics!!!

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Timestamps:

  • 00:00:00 - Intro Song: "Smile Bomb" by Matsuko Matawari from Yu Yu Hakusho, Opening, Introductions, Waiting for libraries to reopen
  • 00:01:44 Listener Emails: The meaning behind Yu Yu Hakusho's title and characters
  • 00:06:47 Whatchu Been Reading: Transition Song: Dragon Ball Z OST "Prologue", Darfox has finally purchased the first volume of Gambling Apocalypse: KAIJI
  • 00:13:11 - *SPOILERS* dakazu and Seamus discuss the wildly different current arc of To Your Eternity
  • 00:25:34 - We tangent to discuss Breaking Bad
  • 00:29:18 - Morgana is in love with the gorgeous The Art of Junji Ito: Twisted Visions
  • 00:33:27 -  A Man and His Cat perfectly captures how cat owners feel about their cats
  • 00:34:26 - dakazu finished Paidon and thought it was a success as a Osamu Tezuka-like manga but it had no 'wow' factor
  • 00:41:11 - dakazu loves Isekai Ojisan because it has video game humor and satirizes the isekai genre
  • 00:45:01 - News: Kaori Tsurutani's BL Metamorphosis is now available from Seven Seas Entertainment
  • 00:46:48 - Next Episode Preview and Rundown: Manga in Motion on Paranoia Agent, we'll be reviewing all 13 episodes of Satoshi Kon's 2004 thriller/horror anime
  • 00:49:00 Main Segment Retrospective: Yu Yu Hakusho, Transition Song: "The Homework Doesn't End" by Matsuko Matsuwari from Yu Yu Hakusho, comprehensive review of Yoshihiro Togashi's manga about Yusuke Urameshi's journey from ghost to spirit detective!(covers volumes 4-6)
  • 02:14:59 - Next Week's Topic: Paranoia Agent, 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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