437 - Planetes part 1

437 - Planetes part 1

Author: Manga Mac Crew March 5, 2023 Duration: 1:37:37

On this episode we talk about Sailor Moon translations, Something New, Gokurakugai, Demon Slayer - To the Swordsmith Village, and more! Then we start our long awaited Retrospective on Makoto Yukimura's Planetes! We discuss the near-future story about space debris collectors and what puts the "hard" in hard science fiction!!!

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Timestamps:

  • Intro Song: "Space Monkeys" by Ace, Opening, Introductions, Traveling while pregnant, Birthdays, Astrology - 00:00:00
  • Listener Mail: Sailor Moon cosplay and translations - 00:05:33
  • Whatchu Been Reading: Transition Song: "Funkymania" by The Original Orchestra, Morgana is excited about the upcoming release of Bloody Sweet - 00:11:45
  • Morgana is reading another Lucy Knisley book, Something New - 00:14:03
  • Gokurakugai is a new stylish manga about battling evil beasts - 00:17:06
  • *SPOILERS* dakazu finished Omo ni Naitemasu and shares his thoughts - 00:21:20
  • dakazu enjoyed Armored Trooper VOTOMS more than Mobile Suit Gundam 00:27:25
  • Seamus recommends One Beautiful Spring Day00:35:20
  • Darfox talks about his theater experience watching Demon Slayer - To the Swordsmith Village - 00:37:32
  • News: Anime Awards 2023 winners - 00:47:11
  • Next Episode Preview and Rundown: Retrospective on Planetes, We will discuss Makoto Yukimura's hard science fiction series about debris collecting astronauts(covers omnibus 2) - 00:49:14
  • Main Segment Retrospective: Planetes, Transition Song: "Starspeed" by MILANO, We discuss Makoto Yukimura's hard science fiction series about debris collecting astronauts(covers omnibus 1) - 00:49:36
  • Next Week's Topic: Planetes, Social Media Rundown, Sign Off Song: "Crazy for Your Love" by Orkas - 01:35:54


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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