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.
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Episodes
Episodes
Wednesday Apr 06, 2011
Wednesday Apr 06, 2011
In this Episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Kal returns from his experience in the Re-Cloninator as he assists Xan in reviewing the Sci Fi Comedy Harem Series Saber Marionette J by Satoru Akahori and illustrated by Tsukasa Kotobuki and Yumisuke Kotoyoshi
Saturday Apr 02, 2011
Saturday Apr 02, 2011
In this episode of the Spiraken Movie Review, The Second Theme Month of 2011 begins. So Listen as Xan and Deke start off The Month of Dope with an exploratory film into The Counterculture and the Myth of the American Dream as they review the 1969 movie Easy Rider, Directed and Starring Dennis Hopper and Peter Fonda. It also has Jack Nicolson and a guest appearance by Phil Spectre.
As they examine the brilliance and melancholy nature of this film, Xan and Deke also discuss Hunter S. Thompson, why buying a movie we recommend is awesome, and how to avoid a bad acid trip.
Please send us any comments concerns and ideas on how to make this podcast better. Let us know so we can do something about it. Also check out the facebook fan group Spiraken Movie Review, And finally, listen to the primary podcast, The Spiraken Manga Review and check out Xan's sidekickery on the fightbait.com podcast Hope you enjoy.
Music For Episode:Background Music -Could You Be Loved by Bob Marley (Bob Marley Greatest Hits), Intro Music -Born To Be Wild by Steppenwolf (Easy Rider OST), Background Music -The Pusher by Steppenwolf (Easy Rider OST), Background Music -strong> Rebuilding/Failure by Danny Elfman (Darkman OST), Background Music -The Weight by The Band (Easy Rider OST), Background Music -If You Want to Be a Bird by Holy Modal Rounders (Easy Rider OST), Background Music -Don't Bogart Me by Fraternity of Man (Easy Rider OST), Background Music -It's Alright Ma I'm only Bleeding by Bob Dylan (Easy Rider OST), Ending Music -Ballad of Easy Rider by Roger McGuinn (Darkman OST)
Our Website http://www.spiraken.com
Our Forum http://spiraken.darkbb.com
Our Email Spirakenmovie@gmail.com
My Email xan@spiraken.com
Cohost's Email Deke.spiraken@gmail.com
Our Twitter Spirakenmovie
Our facebook fan group Spiraken Movie Review
Xboxlive Gamertag Xan Spiraken
Our Voicemail 206-350-8462
Random Question of the Week: What did Wyatt and Billy eat when they got to Marti Gras?
Friday Apr 01, 2011
Friday Apr 01, 2011
In this supplimental episode, Xan, Deke, and Kal discuss the change that is needed to make this world a better a place.. no seriously they speak about why gamers should enjoy playing Call of Duty Black ops, the joys of sex, and various other things
hope you enjoy
Wednesday Mar 30, 2011
Wednesday Mar 30, 2011
In this Episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan evaluates the negative aspects of controlling relationships as he reviews the shojo romance drama series Hot Gimmick by Miki Aihara
As he reviews this manga, Xan discusses the negative aspects of Abusive Relationships and some of those lost in The Great Tokyo Earthquake of 2011. Note, The Spiraken Manga Review, Xan and all of the co-hosts do not condone nor support abuse of any kind. The disclaimer for this episode was a parody of such situations. No one was harmed during the recording and if anyone is offended, We offer our Apologies. Either way, Hope You Enjoy this episode Music For Episode: Intro Music -Calendula Requiem by kanon×kanon( Shiki OST),Background Music -News Theme (freesounds.org ), Background Music -Moonlight Desetsu by Dali (Bishoujo Senshi Sailor Moon OST ), Ending Music -Gekka Reijin by Buck Tick ( Shiki OST)
Our Website http://www.spiraken.com
Our Forum http://spiraken.darkbb.com
Our Email Spiraken@gmail.com
Xan's Email xan@spiraken.com
Our Twitter Spiraken
Xboxlive Gamertag Xan Spiraken
Our Voicemail 206-350-8462
Random Question of the Week: What did Xan give as his rating for Bishoujo Senshi Sailor Moon The Manga?
Saturday Mar 26, 2011
Saturday Mar 26, 2011
In this episode of the Spiraken Movie Review, Xan and Deke are joined by the long awaited Jubbs as they review the Horror Action Super hero-ish 19912 movie Darkman, directed by Sam Raimi and starring Liam Neeson, Larry Drake, Francis Mcdermitt and Ted Raimi.
Besides the topic at hand, three emails are reviewed, discussions of what type of goon uses a wooden leg machine gun, and other subjects are debated among our co-hosts. Also remember to check out the stinger at the end for some interesting information.
Please send us any comments concerns and ideas on how to make this podcast better. Let us know so we can do something about it. Also check out the facebook fan roup Spiraken Movie Review, And finally, listen to the primary podcast, The Spiraken Manga Review and check out Xan's sidekickery on the fightbait.com podcast Hope you enjoy.
Music For Episode: Intro Music -Main titles by Danny Elfman (Darkman OST), Background Music -Woe Darkman... Woe by Danny Elfman (Darkman OST), Background Music -strong> Rebuilding/Failure by Danny Elfman (Darkman OST), Background Music -Love Theme by Danny Elfman (Darkman OST), Background Music -Rage/ Peppy Science by Danny Elfman (Darkman OST), Background Music -The Plot Unfolds (Dancing Freak) by Danny Elfman (Darkman OST), Ending Music - Finale/ End Credits by Danny Elfman (Darkman OST)
Our Website http://www.spiraken.com
Our Forum http://spiraken.darkbb.com
Our Email Spirakenmovie@gmail.com
My Email xan@spiraken.com
Cohost's Email Deke.spiraken@gmail.com
Our Twitter Spirakenmovie
Our facebook fan group Spiraken Movie Review
Xboxlive Gamertag Xan Spiraken
Our Voicemail 206-350-8462
Random Question of the Week: In this episode, how many times do the cohosts drop the F-bomb or say "JULIEEE"?
Saturday Mar 19, 2011
Saturday Mar 19, 2011
In this episode , Deke and Xan go on a zany adventure as the review the 1982 comedy, Doctor Detroit directed by Michael Pressman and starring Dan Aykroyd, Howard Hesseman, Donna Dixon and Fran Dresher.
They also spend over half the podcast answering one email, and discuss the merits of Phil Spector hair. Check it out
Please send us any comments concerns and ideas on how to make this podcast better. Let us know so we can do something about it. Also check out the facebook fan group Spiraken Movie Review, And finally, listen to the primary podcast, The Spiraken Manga Review and check out Xan's sidekickery on the fightbait.com podcast Hope you enjoy.
Music For Episode: Intro Music -Doctor Detroit by Devo (Doctor Detroit OST),Background Music -The Doctor Doesn't Wait (Doctor Detroit OST), Ending Music -Get on Up of That Thing/ Doctor Detroit by James Brown (Doctor Detroit OST)
Our Website http://www.spiraken.com
Our Forum http://spiraken.darkbb.com
Our Email Spirakenmovie@gmail.com
My Email xan@spiraken.com
Cohost's Email Deke.spiraken@gmail.com
Our Twitter Spirakenmovie
Our facebook fan group Spiraken Movie Review
Xboxlive Gamertag Xan Spiraken
Our Voicemail 206-350-8462
Random Question of the Week: How much did Monroe College receive as a donation?
Tuesday Mar 15, 2011
Tuesday Mar 15, 2011
In this Emergency Suppliemental episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan and Bell-Chan react to the Tsunami and Earthquake, which hit Japan, on March 11th 2011.
Besides going over the basic information on the disaster, Spiraken implores you to donate Either to the Redcross (text REDCROSS to 90999) or to the Salvation Army (text JAPAN to 80888). Pray for things to look up in japan and hope for the best.
Music For Episode: Intro Music -Escape by Joe Hisachi(Howl's Moving Castle OST),Ending Music -The Big Tree In The Forest by Joe Hisachi(My Neighbor Totoro OST)
Our Website http://www.spiraken.com,
Our Forum http://spiraken.darkbb.com
Our Email Spiraken@gmail.com
My Email xan@spiraken.com
Cohost Email bellchan.spiraken@gmail.com
Our Twitter Spiraken
Xboxlive Gamertag Xan Spiraken
Our Voicemail 206-350-8462
Random Question of the Week: What was Matt Alt doing when the earthquake hit?
Tuesday Mar 15, 2011
Tuesday Mar 15, 2011
In this episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Timbo returns to reviews the historical action Vietnam war era manga , Apocalypse Meow/Cat S#!t One by Motofumi Kobayashi, meanwhile Xan is infected by his sci fi horror manga Parasyte by Hitoshi Iwaaki
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.