451 - One Shot 59 - Is Love the Answer?

451 - One Shot 59 - Is Love the Answer?

Author: Manga Mac Crew June 12, 2023 Duration: 1:38:32

Welcome to the start of this year's Pride and Panels! We're looking at LGBTQIA+ content for the rest of June and we're kicking things off with Uta Isaki's Is Love the Answer?! We also discuss Jojo's Bizarre Adventure: Diamond is Unbreakable, Babanbabanban Vampire, Kashimashi Meshi, and more!!!

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Timestamps:

  • Intro Song: "Are You Ready For Me Baby" by Funky Giraffe, Opening, Introductions, Chairs talk - 00:00:00
  • Listener Emails: Superhero comics and Spinoff manga - 00:07:41
  • Whatchu Been Reading: Transition Song: "Funkymania" by The Original Orchestra, Morgana got the BL The (Pet) Detective Agency from her library - 00:20:35
  • Darfox finally finished watching Jojo's Bizarre Adventure: Diamond is Unbreakable - 00:25:47
  • Babanbabanban Vampire is a wacky BL comedy about a 450 year old vampire living in a bathhouse to protect the virginity of a teenage boy - 00:34:12
  • Kashimashi Meshi is about 3 friends who share meals together to overcome the troubles in their lives - 00:42:42
  • Verses is a new manga by ONE about human survivors from different universes pitting their ultimate evils against each other - 00:46:32
  • Next Episode Preview and Rundown: Manga in Motion on What Did You Eat Yesterday?, We will watch season 1 of the live-action adaptation drama of Fumi Yoshinaga's BL food manga about middle-aged gay couple Shiro and Kenji - 00:49:44
  • Main Segment One Shot: Is Love The Answer?, Transition Song: "It's Over" by Generation Lost, We review Uta Isaki's coming of age story about a young woman discovering that she is aromantic asexual - 00:51:51
  • #mangamacbump, Next Week's Topic: What Did You Eat Yesterday?, Social Media Rundown, Sign Off Song: "Crazy for Your Love" by Orkas - 01:36:28


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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