307 - Kasane part 3

307 - Kasane part 3

Author: Manga Mac Crew August 9, 2020 Duration: 1:47:18

On this episode Seamus talks about Fukushima Devil Fish, Morgana gets a preview of Venus in the Blind Spot, and dakazu buys Paruno Gurafiti! We also discuss the serious issues involving arrest of Act-Age writer Tatsuya Matsuki for indecent acts against a minor. Finally, we return to Daruma Matsuura's Kasane but Seamus is soured by the flashback in volume 9!!!

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Timestamps:

  • 00:00:00 - Intro Song: "Black Bird" by Aimer from Kasane, Opening, Introductions
  • 00:00:51 - Whatchu Been Reading: Transition Song: Dragon Ball Z OST "Prologue", The artistry of Katsumata Susumu's Fukushima Devil Fish impresses Seamus
  • 00:10:49 - Morgana is very exited after reading a preview of Venus in the Blind Spot by Junji Ito
  • 00:15:17 - dakazu loved Paruno Gurafiti for all the eccentric stories about Paru Itagaki's life
  • 00:19:54 - *SPOILERS* dakazu didn't know Mingo: Italia-jin ga Minna Moteru to Omou na yo was being drawn by an Italian manga artist
  • 00:24:34 - News: Act-Age writer Tatsuya Matsuki has been arrested and has confessed to the crime of committing an indecent act against a minor
  • 00:43:13 - Coolmic partners with Kodansha to bring 88 titles to its mobile manga service
  • 00:48:54 - VIZ Media Vice President Publishing Sales Kevin Hamric say manga sales are extraordinary during this pandemic
  • 00:51:31 - SuBLime licenses new yaoi title Dick Fight Island
  • 00:54:39 - Next Episode Preview and Rundown: Retrospective on Kasane, A complete review of Daruma Matsuura's drama about an ugly girl who uses a magical lipstick to pursue a career in acting(covers volumes 10-12)
  • 00:55:06 - Main Segment Retrospective: Kasane, Transition Song: "Dance of Salome" by Yugo Kanno from Kasane, Comprehensive review of Daruma Matsuura's dark fairy tale about a girl with an ugly face who uses a magical lipstick to swap faces and become an actress like her mother(covers volumes 7-9)
  • 01:45:42 - Next Week's Topic: Kasane, 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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