Spiraken Review Podcast
For over 600 episodes, the Wheel of Manga has been our chaotic overlord. One spin could bring the cozy fantasy of Restaurant to Another World or the body-horror of Tokyo Ghoul—we just hold the microphone. But that's not all! Get our unfiltered manga hot takes, on-the-ground convention reports, movie reviews, and dive deep with our Monthly Book Club. Whether it's the slick action of Lupin III or the profound soul-searching of Vagabond, if it's a story with pulse, we've covered it. Your weekly dose of glorious uncertainty starts here.
Episodes
Nov 8, 2023
Nov 8, 2023
17 min
In this episode, Xan reviews a reinterpretation of a classic fairy tale. Is it as good as the original? Well, sit back and find out as he reviews the Shojo Comedy series, My Stepmother & Stepsister Aren't Wicked by Otsuji.
Nov 1, 2023
Nov 1, 2023
19 min
Happy Belated Halloween Everyone. Hope You had a fun time. well anyway, In This episode, Xan reviews a shojo manga about a hard working girl and a reclusive Author. Doesn't That Sound Familiar? Well, Anyway sit back and relax as he reviews Tsubaki-Chou Lonely Planet by Mika Yamamori.
Oct 18, 2023
Oct 18, 2023
24 min
In this fairy tale esque episode, Xan reviews a sci fi shonen manga based on the classic Japanese folk story, The Tale of Princess Kaguya/The Bamboo Cutter. How does it compare? Well sit back and find out as he reviews Blade of the Moon Princess/Gekka Bijin by Tatsuya Endo (Creator of Spy x Family).
Oct 11, 2023
Oct 11, 2023
25 min
In this episode, Xan reviews an isekai adaptation about a salaryman that becomes a warrior in an alternate history version of 1920s Germany. Is it good? Well, sit back and find out as he reviews The Saga of Tanya The Evil by Carlo Zen and illustrated by Chika Tojo.
Oct 4, 2023
Oct 4, 2023
21 min
In this episode, Xan reviews a rom com Korean web comic about a Skitch and a western Vampire. How is it? Well, sit back and find out as he reviews Bloody Sweet by Narae Lee.
Sep 27, 2023
Sep 27, 2023
30 min
In this episode, Xan & Gretta go over an alternate history paranormal romance, that is a real slow burn. Is it a great story? Well, Sit back and find out as they review the manga adaptation of My Happy Marriage by Akumi Agitogi with art by Rito Kohsaka & Tsukiho Tsukioka.
Sep 20, 2023
Sep 20, 2023
31 min
In this episode, Gretta Returns to help Xan review a slow paced fantasy manga about the gods of old in ancient Wa. How does it compare to Mushishi? Well, sit back and find out as they review The seinen historical fantasy manga Touge Oni - Primal Gods in Ancient Times by Kenji Tsurubuchi.
Sep 15, 2023
Sep 15, 2023
17 min
In this episode of the podcast, Xan reviews a fun seinen manga about owning a Porsche. Is it accessible for non car fans? Well, sit back and find out as he reviews My Favorite Carrera by Kia Asamiya.
Sep 6, 2023
Sep 6, 2023
24 min
In this ninja filled episode, Xan reviews a serious comedy manga about the modern ninja who may or may not be everywhere or nowhere. How awesome is it? Well, grab a hoodie and find out as he reviews Under Ninja by Kengo Hanazwa.
Aug 30, 2023
Aug 30, 2023
33 min
In this episode, Xan reviews a sci fi Isekai that is connected to another series. So, sit back and enjoy as he reviews I'm The Evil Lord of An Intergalactic Empire by Yomu Mishima with art by Kai Nadashima.
About Us
SPIRAKEN or Some Podcast Inventing Reviews About Kinetically Enhanced Narratives is a nerdy manga podcast that also talks about different geeky topics. Started in 2008 by Xan Villanueva and "May-San",this podcast is dedicated to inform our audience on what manga,anime,tv series, conventions or other nerdy thing is worth investing their time in.