420 - Chainsaw Man part 2

420 - Chainsaw Man part 2

Author: Manga Mac Crew November 6, 2022 Duration: 1:51:32

This week dakazu and Morgana are back and we're joined once again by Whimsy! We discuss Choujin XGenkaku PicassoHomunculusThe First Slam Dunk, and more! Then we dive into our Chainsaw Man Retrospective by examining volumes 4-6!!!

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Timestamps:

  • Intro Song: "Just the Way You Like It" by Guesthouse, Opening, Introductions - 00:00:00
  • Whatchu Been Reading: Transition Song: "Funkymania" by The Original Orchestra, Whimsy has been enjoying the wonderful art of Sui Ishida in Choujin X - 00:02:01
  • Genkaku Picasso by Usamaru Furuya was a tearjerker - 00:08:48
  • dakazu likes fact checking Yama to Hawaii with his wife - 00:14:32
  • News: Seven Seas Entertainment has licensed Hideo Yamamoto's Homunculus - 00:17:26
  • A trailer for THE FIRST SLAM DUNK reveals 3D animation and voice actor recasting - 00:19:31
  • This Manga is Awesome! panel from New York Comic Con now on Manga Mac TV - 00:24:35
  • Next Episode Preview and Rundown: Shojo Showdown, We will read the beginning of three different shojo manga to see if we'd keep reading them and also pick our favorite, including: Ouran High School Host Club by Bisco HatoriMidnight Secretary by Tomu Ohmi, and Mars by Fuyumi Soryo - 00:27:33
  • Main Segment Retrospective: Chainsaw Man. Transition Song: "Get Ready" by Midnight Noise, We discuss Tatsuki Fujimoto's horror comedy shonen battle series(covers vols 4-6) - 00:30:51
  • Next Week's Topic: Ouran High School Host Club/Midnight Secretary/Mars, Social Media Rundown, Sign Off Song: "Crazy for Your Love" by Orkas - 01:49:39


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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