342 - One Shot 38 - Sakuran

342 - One Shot 38 - Sakuran

Author: Manga Mac Crew April 12, 2021 Duration: 1:49:13

On this episode Morgana checks out Kageki Shojo! The Curtain Rises, Darfox started watching the Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba anime, and dakazu learns a new minor-sport with Shakunetsu Kabaddi! Then we dive into Sakuran, another gorgeous book by Moyoco Anno about the life of an Edo era courtesan!!!

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Timestamps:

  • 00:00:00 - Intro Song: "Karisome Otome (DEATH JAZZ ver.)" by the Ringo Sheena from Sakuran, Opening, Introductions, Morgana's thoughts on our spoiler-talk about Zack Snyder's Justice League
  • 00:04:35 - Listener Emails: Our preference for manga volume cover designs
  • 00:16:18 - Whatchu Been Reading: Transition Song: Dragon Ball Z OST "Prologue", Morgana enjoyed Kageki Shojo! The Curtain Rises and is looking forward to reading more
  • 00:23:25 - Darfox needs to watch all of Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba before seeing Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba the Movie: Mugen Train
  • 00:40:00 - Shakunetsu Kabaddi is a solid sports manga but resorts to bad cliches
  • 00:46:09 - dakazu notices that Beast Complex 2 won't be able to release in English until BEASTARS is completed
  • 00:47:29 - News: Nagata Kabi will be a featured guest at the 2021 online Toronto Comics Arts Festival
  • 00:50:16 - Anime adaptation announcements for Dance Dance Danseur and Peleliu - Rakuen no Guernica
  • 00:51:58 - The World Ends with You anime opening song by the band ALI changed after their drummer arrested for bank refund scams
  • 00:55:23 - Next Episode Preview and Rundown: Triple Dip, we will read the beginning of three different manga to see if we'd keep reading and also pick our favorite, including: Generation Witch by Uta IsakiTokyo Revengers by Ken Wakui, and Oishinbo: Izakaya--Pub Food, Vol. 7: A la Carte by Tetsu Kariya & Akira Hanasaki
  • 00:58:24 - Main Segment One Shot: Sakuran, Transition Song: "Kono Yo no Kagiri" by Ringo Sheena & Junpei Shiina from Sakuran, we review Moyoco Anno's single volume story about the life of Yoshiwara courtesan Tomeki
  • 01:47:42 - Next Week's Topic: Generation Witch/Tokyo Revengers/Oishinbo: Izakaya--Pub Food, Vol. 7: A la Carte, 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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