438 - Planetes part 2

438 - Planetes part 2

Author: Manga Mac Crew March 12, 2023 Duration: 1:32:19

This week we discuss monster girls in Sons of the ForestJunichiro Saito's Musashino, the Blue Giant movie soundtrack, and more! Then we conclude our Retrospective on Makoto Yukimura's hard science fiction series on space development, Planetes!!!

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Timestamps:

  • Intro Song: "Space Monkeys" by Ace, Opening, Introductions, Wine moms in oversized trucks - 00:00:00
  • Listener Comment: Feedback on Planetes - 00:02:22
  • Whatchu Been Reading: Transition Song: "Funkymania" by The Original Orchestra, Darfox wants to tell you about a monster girl in Sons of the Forest - 00:05:57
  • Musashino is a travelogue with a Junichiro Saito surreal twist - 00:16:38
  • dakazu breaks down his thoughts on the music from the Blue Giant movie - 00:22:46
  • News: Seinen manga magazine Evening ends publication - 00:32:40
  • Next Episode Preview and Rundown: Triple Dip, where we read three different independent manga, including: Mermaid Town by Tomohiro TsugawaThe Karman Line by Mitsuhashi Kotaro, and Wonder House of Horrors by Miyako Cojima - 00:35:57
  • Main Segment Retrospective: Planetes, Transition Song: "Starspeed" by MILANO, We discuss Makoto Yukimura's hard science fiction series about debris collecting astronauts(covers omnibus 2) - 00:37:35
  • Next Week's Topic: Mermaid Town/The Karman Line/Wonder House of Horrors, Social Media Rundown, Sign Off Song: "Crazy for Your Love" by Orkas - 01:30:47


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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