Spiraken Review Podcast
Some Podcast Inventing and providing informative reviews About Kinetically Enhanced Narratives. A nerdy manga podcast that also talks about different geeky topics, since 2008
Listen on:
Episodes
Tuesday Jul 18, 2017
Tuesday Jul 18, 2017
In this episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan continues our theme month of Aliens, Boxers & Crazy Curses, with a series about insane neighbors, unrequited love and unlucky ronins. So, enjoy as Xan reviews Rumiko Takahashi's romantic comedy series Maison Ikkoku
Xan discusses how this is one of the few series of Rumiko Takahashi to have a proper ending as well as the unique elements that inspired the modern manga rom com. Hope you enjoy
Wednesday Jul 12, 2017
Wednesday Jul 12, 2017
In this zany episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan continues the Surprise theme month of Aliens, Boxers & Crazy Curses, with the first long running series by Rumiko Takahashi that made her the sensation she is. So, enjoy as Xan reviews Rumiko Takahashi's sci fi comedy series Urusei Yatsura/ Those Obnoxious Aliens
Besides being the origin of the first real Otaku Dream Girl, this manga sets up tons of tropes that are used in later manga and Xan talks about severel of these. Xan also talks about the upcoming panels at Otakon and some upcoming plans. Hope you enjoy
Friday Jul 07, 2017
Friday Jul 07, 2017
In this mini movie review episode, Xan gets flashbacks to high school as he reviews the superhero action movie Spider-Man: Homecoming, directed by Jon Watts and starring Tom Holland, Michael Keaton, Jon Favreau, Zendaya, Donald Glover, Tyne Daly, Marisa Tomei and Robert Downey Jr.
Tuesday Jul 04, 2017
Tuesday Jul 04, 2017
In this fun episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan begins the Surprise theme month of Aliens, Boxers & Crazy Curses, with the first published manga by Rumiko Takahashi. So, enjoy as Xan reviews Rumiko Takahashi's Natte ne Yatsura/ Those Selfish Aliens
This manga is one of those that makes you laugh and confuses you at the same time. Xan also discusses the origins of Rumiko Takahashi and sets up the rest of the theme month. Either way Hope you enjoy
Saturday Jul 01, 2017
Saturday Jul 01, 2017
In this mini movie review episode, Xan puts on his earbuds and jams to amazing music as he reviews the action comedy music filled Baby Driver, directed by Edgar Wright and starring Ansel Elgort, Kevin Spacey, Lily James, Eiza González, Jon Hamm, Jamie Foxx and Jon Bernthal.
Wednesday Jun 28, 2017
Wednesday Jun 28, 2017
In this rhythmic episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan steps it up as he reviews an unexpectedly addictive sports manga. So, enjoy as Xan reviews Sesuji wo Pin! to ~Shikakō Kyōgi Dance-bu e Yōkoso~/Straighten Up! Welcome to Shika High's Competitive Dance Club by Takumi Yokota
Despite it's unusual concept, Xan found himself really enjoying this manga. Definetly check it out and if you are interested in finding out more about competitive dancing, check out wikipedia on where you can join. Either way Hope you enjoy
Sunday Jun 25, 2017
Sunday Jun 25, 2017
In This sepcial con review, Xan is joined by Doug Wilder from Animecons.tv and John McNally of Crazy O.T.A.K.Us. as they talk about their experiences at AnimeNext 2017 from June 9th - June 11th in Atlantic City, NJ.
Besides discussing the technical difficulties in having to re-record this podcast, our intrepid hosts discuss the merits of proper communication between con staff and panelists, the need for better game rooms and what panels/ cosplays were the most memorable at this convention
There is also some talk about what can be done to improve this convention and what our greatest memories about the con are.
Either way Hope you enjoy
Wednesday Jun 14, 2017
Wednesday Jun 14, 2017
In this cheerful episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan takes it easy as he reviews a heartwarming slice of life manga about family, food and friendship. So sit back and relax as he reviews Amaama to Inazuma/ Sweetness & Lightning by Gido Amagakure
While discussing the more unique aspects of the story, Xan also discusses where this series will go, which of the recipes he has tried making and what is the craziest thing he has seen a tiny human do. Either way Hope you enjoy
Friday Jun 02, 2017
Friday Jun 02, 2017
In this special mini episode of Spiraken Movie Review, Xan has his faith in the DCEU restored. So sit back and listen as he gives a mini review of the latest super hero movie, Wonder Woman directed by Patty Jenkins & starring Gal Gadot, Chris Pine, David Huston, and David Thewlis
Wednesday May 17, 2017
Wednesday May 17, 2017
In this oppressive episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan goes all out as he reviews the crazy and insane manga that is Prison School by Hiramoto Akira
Besides talking about all the creepy fetish images in this manga, Xan discusses the underlaying themes, unique storyarcs and ponders why the principal is an assman. Either way Hope you enjoy
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.