299 - Yu Yu Hakusho part 6

299 - Yu Yu Hakusho part 6

Author: Manga Mac Crew June 14, 2020 Duration: 2:26:34

On this episode Seamus finishes rereading Vinland Saga, Morgana enjoys BL Metamorphosis, and dakazu loves creepy girls with mind powers in Meiko no Asobiba! And we've finally arrived at the end of our Yu Yu Hakusho Retrospective! We discuss why Yoshihiro Togashi's ended the series, compare the manga ending to the anime ending, and share our final thoughts about the eternal bromance of Yusuke, Kuwabara, Kurama, and Hiei!!!

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Timestamps:

  • 00:00:00 - Intro Song: "Smile Bomb" by Matsuko Matawari from Yu Yu Hakusho, Opening, Introductions, Linkin Park AMVs
  • 00:03:12 - Upcoming interview of manga letterer Sara Linsley, The Manga Machinations 300th episode manga giveaway contest
  • 00:05:07 Whatchu Been Reading: Transition Song: Dragon Ball Z OST "Prologue", *SPOILERS* Seamus has finished rereading Vinland Saga
  • 00:13:25 - Morgana loved the wholesome BL Metamorphosis
  • 00:15:18 - Goodbye, My Rose Garden is a yuri series about a Japanese maid and a wealthy young British woman in the early 1900′s 
  • 00:19:07 - dakazu finds another short-lived manga by Sakumo Okada called Meiko no Asobiba
  • 00:24:57 - News: Tezuka AI manga Paidon is now available to read in English
  • 00:26:18 - Upcoming digital release of Taiyo Matsumoto's TEKKONKINKREET: Black & White from VIZ 
  • 00:28:10 - D'ART Shtajio was Japan's first-ever predominantly Black-owned anime studio
  • 00:33:55 - The Content Overseas Distribution Association is running an anti-piracy campaign where manga artist like Akira Akatsuki are contributing short comics about manga piracy
  • 00:40:33 - Shaman King anime reboot announced for 2021
  • 00:47:36 - Listener Emails: Our thoughts on 3D anime
  • 00:57:30 - Next Episode Preview and Rundown: Guest Gaiden on Sweat and Soap with Sara Linsley, We'll be interviewing Sara about her job as a manga letterer and discussing her work on Sweat and Soap by Kintetsu Yamada
  • 00:58:00 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 17-19)
  • 02:24:46 - Next Week's Topic: Sweat and Soap, 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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