Sesho's Anime and Manga Reviews

Sesho's Anime and Manga Reviews

Author: Sesho Language: English Episodes: 530
For over a decade, Sesho's Anime and Manga Reviews has been a consistent voice in the fandom, offering deep dives into the stories that captivate us. Host Sesho approaches each title with the dual perspective of a dedicated fan and a thoughtful critic, creating conversations that are as insightful as they are enthusiastic. This isn't just about what's new and trending; you'll find classic series discussed with the same reverence as the latest seasonal hit, exploring how they hold up and why they mattered. Each episode of the podcast feels like a detailed, personal analysis, breaking down narrative themes, artistic choices, and character development without relying on simple thumbs-up or thumbs-down verdicts. Whether it's a sprawling shonen epic, a poignant slice-of-life manga, or an avant-garde anime film, Sesho examines the work on its own terms. Listeners get a blend of informed critique and genuine passion, making it a perfect companion for anyone who wants to move beyond surface-level reactions. The show covers the vast spectrum of Japanese storytelling, from mainstream pillars to obscure gems, all through a critical and passionate eye. Tune in for a podcast that treats anime and manga with the serious discussion they deserve, while never losing sight of the fun and wonder that draw us to them in the first place.
Episodes
Podcast Episode 236: Arisa Volume 1 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:25
Manga podcast review of Arisa volume 1 by Natsumi Ando. Translated and adapted by Andria Cheng. Originally published by Kodansha in Japan. Published in US by Del Rey, $10.99, rated T Ages 13+. From the back cover: "Tsuba…
Podcast Episode 235: Toriko Episode 1 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:04
Podcast review of Toriko Episode 1, now being simulcast on Thursdays at 10pm EST on www.beta.funimation.com and www.hulu.com. Directed by Akifumi Zuko. Series composition by Isao Murayama. Gourmet Hunter Toriko searches…
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Duration: 0:00
Manga review of Fullmetal Alchemist volume 18 by Hiromu Arakawa. Translation by Akira Watanabe. Adapted by Jake Forbes. Originally published in Japan by Square Enix. Published in US by Viz, $9.99, Rated T for Teen. At Fo…
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I was looking on the Disney Rewards site to print out a coupon for the new Bambi blu-ray release coming out this week and was very surprised to also see an offer for Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind as well. So the dea…
Podcast Episode 233: Lives Volume 1 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:55
Podcast manga review of Lives Volume 1 by Masayuki Taguchi (Battle Royale) Translated by Monica Seya Chin. Adapted by Bryce P. Coleman. Originally published in Japan by Akita Publishing. Published in US by Tokyopop, $13.…
Podcast Episode 232: Tokyopop and Yen, the Artful Dodgers of Manga [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:37
Podcast Episode 232: In this episode I comment on the price increases of Tokyopop and Yen Press and the apathy among the manga community about the price hikes. Among the topics covered: The schizophrenia of Yen Press pri…
Podcast Episode 231: Baccano! Volume 1 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:08
I've been neglecting my anime viewing for far too long so I just decided this weekend to start working through my backlog of dvds alphabetically. Sadly, I've had some of my dvds for YEARS and have never watched them. I k…
Podcast Episode 230: Ratman Volume 1 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:35
Podcast review of Ratman Volume 1 by Inui Sekihiko. Translated by Adrienne Beck. Adapted by Bryce P. Coleman. Originally published in Japan by Kadokawa Shoten. Published in US by Tokyopop, $10.99, Rated Older Teen 16+ .…
Podcast Episode 229: Omamori Himari Volume 1 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:17
Podcast manga reveiw of Omamori Himari Volume 1 by Milan Matra. Translated by Amy Forsyth. Originally published in Japan by Fujimishobo. Published in US by Yen Press, $10.99, Rated M for Mature. From the back cover: "Sev…