457 - Darfox Dabbles 8 - MANGA Plus 4

457 - Darfox Dabbles 8 - MANGA Plus 4

Author: Manga Mac Crew July 24, 2023 Duration: 2:00:55

This week dakazu and Darfox examine the newer series like Shibatarian, Red Cat Ramen, and Show-ha Shoten! on MANGA Plus for a Darfox Dabbles! We also discuss Slam Dunk, Dark Gathering, and Truck Driver no Kaidan FIRST GEAR!!!

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Timestamps:

  • Intro Song: "Are You Ready For Me Baby" by Funky Giraffe, Opening, Introductions, Stomach bugs, Manga Machinations Ko-fi - 00:00:00
  • Listener Emails: English publisher quiz - 00:04:02
  • Mahjong Machination Mondays, #mangamacbump: Watch Beard Meets Food - 00:10:02
  • Whatchu Been Reading: Transition Song: "Funkymania" by The Original Orchestra, Darfox watched Slam Dunk with our listeners - 00:14:49
  • dakazu watched Dark Gathering with his wife - 00:19:58
  • Truck Driver no Kaidan FIRST GEAR is an entertaining mix of ghost stories and truck driver safety - 00:24:42
  • Next Episode Preview and Rundown: Retrospective on Fire Punch, We will read Tatsuki Fujimoto's debut series about a man on constant fire seeking revenge in a frozen post-apocalyptic world(covers volumes 1-3) - 00:30:11
  • Main Segment Darfox Dabbles: MANGA Plus 4, Transition Song: "It's Over" by Generation Lost, we talk about 10 new manga available through MANGA Plus - 00:31:50 Including:
  • Red Cat Ramen by Angyaman - 00:34:24
  • Show-ha Shoten! by Akinari Asakura & Takeshi Obata - 00:44:44
  • The Dark Doctor Ikuru by Hechi - 00:56:54
  • Wild Strawberry by Ire Yonemoto - 01:03:17
  • Jiangshi X by Norihiko Kurazono - 01:10:17 
  • Beat & Motion by Naoki Fujita01:20:23
  • Kindergarten WARS by You Chiba - 01:26:55
  • MARRIAGETOXIN by Joumyaku & Mizuki Yoda - 01:32:32
  • The Game Devil by Kakunoshin Futsuzawa - 01:41:45
  • Shibatarian by Katsuya Iwamuro - 01:49:41
  • Darfox ranks his favorites - 01:57:33
  • Next Week's Topic: Fire Punch, Social Media Rundown, Sign Off Song: "Crazy for Your Love" by Orkas - 01:59:11


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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