Spiraken Review Podcast

Spiraken Mini Movie Review: Blade Runner 2049

Do Androids still dream of Electric Sheep? Well In this mini movie review episode, Xan ponders that questions as he reenters the world of Philip K Dick's magnum opus. Prepare to question if you are real or not as  Xan reviews Blade Runner 2049 directed by Dennis Villenueve and starring Ryan Gosling and Harrison Ford, Ana de Armas, Sylvia Hoeks, Robin Wright, Mackenzie Davis, Carla Juri, Lennie James, Dave Bautista, and Jared Leto.  
 

Spiraken Manga Review Ep 221: Gegege no Kitaro (or Ge ge gegege no ge Minna de utaou gegege no ge)

In this episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan gets spooky and scary as he reviews arguably one of the most popular manga series of all time that has influenced horror manga and yokai folklore. So enjoy as Xan reviews Gegege no Kitaro/ The Birth of Kitaro by the great Shigeru Mizuki
 
As Xan goes over the historical significants of Kitaro, he also talks about the different yokai depicted in the manga and how this story has stood the test of time. Xan also talks about his plans for NYCC 2017 and what he hopes to see at the convention. Either way, Hope you enjoy

Spiraken Mini Movie Review- Kingsman: The Golden Circle

In this mini movie review episode, Xan prepares to drink some whiskey and put on a bespoke suit as he reviews this smashing sequel. So pour a glass of Statesman whiskey and remember that Manners maketh man as Xan reviews Kingsman: The Golden Circle, directed by Matthew Vaughn and starring Colin Firth, Taron Egerton, Mark Strong, Edward Holcroft, Hanna Alström Sophie Cookson, Julianne Moore, Halle Berry, Pedro Pascal, Elton John, Channing Tatum and Jeff Bridges.  
 

Spiraken Manga Review Ep 220: Grimgar of Fantasy and Ash (or The Secret Power in Being Inexperienced)

In this episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan returns to the fantasy genre in a slightly new way. So enjoy as Xan reviews the Fantasy adventure Manga adaptation of the Light Novel Hai to Genso no Grimgar/ Grimgar of Fantasy and Ash written by Mutsumi Okubashi
 
Besides comparing this series to .Hack, Overlord and many other protagonist gets stuck into video game series, Xan discusses the pros of this series and where it could go. Either way, Hope you enjoy

Spiraken Mini Movie Review: Stephen King’s It (2017)

In this mini movie review episode, Xan dives back into the world of Stephen King as he reviews the latest Stephen King adaptation of the year (and arguably the best one in a while). What is it you fear? Well sit back and listen as he reviews IT, directed by Andy Muschietti and starring Jaeden Lieberher, Wyatt Oleff, Jeremy Taylor, Sophia Lillis, Finn Wolfhard, Jack Dylan Grazer, Chosen Jackobs and Bill Skarsgård.  
 

Spiraken Manga Review Ep 219: Taboo Tattoo (or Black Holes and Cool Tattoos)

In this episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan regains his sense of justice as he reviews the tattoo inspired action adventure seinen series Taboo Tattoo by Shinjiro
 
Xan goes over the basics of this series and why it is so similar to other series. He also promotes his upcoming appearance at Anime NYC in New York City in November of this year. you should check it out. Either way, Hope you enjoy

Spiraken Manga Review Ep 218: Megumi Amano is Full of Openings (or Childhood Friends Grow Up In the Most Unusual and Sexy Ways)

In this episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan goes over a manga that could be considered a guilty pleasure by manga, So sit back and relax as he reviews  Amano Megumi wa Suki Darake! by Nekoguchi
 
As he goes over this manga, Xan also talks about the reasons for this episode's lateness (Do you think Xan should get a new laptop or should he finally get a tablet?) .. Hope you enjoy

Spiraken Mini Movie Review: The Dark Tower

In this mini movie review episode, Xan delves deep into Midworld as he reviews the latest Stephen King adaptation. Is it a success or a failure, well sit back and listen as he reviews The Dark Tower, directed by Nikolaj Arcel and starring Idris Elba, Matthew McConaughey,  Tom Taylor and Jackie Earle Haley  
 

Spiraken Manga Review Ep 217: Osomatsu-Kun (or Six Times The Fun, Six Times The Crazy)

In this episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan goes over a manga which has won several awards and is responsible for a sequel series that has become hugely popular in the last year. So sit back and relax as he reviews the comedy manga, Osomatsu-kun by Akatsuka Fujio
 
Besides talking about this gag manga, Xan reveals the location of his upcoming panels at Otakon 2017 in Washington DC.. Hope you enjoy

Spiraken Manga Review Ep 216: One Pound Gospel (or Empty Stomach, Full Heart)

In this episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan finished out the month of Aliens, Boxers & Crazy Curses, with a series that is celebrating its 30th anniversary. So, enjoy as Xan reviews Rumiko Takahashi's take on Sports Romances in One Pound Gospel
 
While mixing Catholicism and Boxing seems like a risky topic for manga, Xan talks about how it works in this series. He also talks about some of the other series Rumiko Takahashi created and how they stand the test of time. Hope you enjoy