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
Jan 12, 2022
Jan 12, 2022
17 min
In this four hundredth and fiftieth episode of the Spiraken Manga Review Podcast, Xan reviews an Isekai series that has a messed up protagonist. Is it worth checking out? Well sit back and find out as he reviews Time Stop Hero by Yasunori Mitsunaga.
Jan 5, 2022
Jan 5, 2022
24 min
In this first podcast episode of 2022, Xan reviews a classic shojo title that is a historical drama set during the French Revolution. Sit back and enjoy as he reviews The Rose of Versailles/ Versailles no Bara by Riyoko Ikeda.
Dec 29, 2021
Dec 29, 2021
24 min
In this final manga review of 2021, Xan reviews a slice of life light novel adaptation that deals with social issues. Sit back and enjoy as he reviews My Youth Romantic Comedy is Wrong As I Expected / Yahari Ore no Seishun Love Comedy wa Machigatteiru by Wataru Watari with art by Naomichi Io.
Dec 22, 2021
Dec 22, 2021
21 min
In this episode, Xan reviews a collection of 12 stories from one of the greatest manga series of all time. So enjoy as he reviews Lupin III: Greatest Heists by Monkey Punch and collected by Ryuichi Endo.
Dec 20, 2021
Dec 20, 2021
15 min
In this mini movie review, Xan & Gretta talk about the twenty seventh Marvel Cinematic Universe film, as well as the 9th live action Spider-man film. Does it resolve the ending from Spider-man: Far From Home? Well, grab your web shooters and find out as they review the sci fi comic book film Spider-Man: No Way Home directed by Jon Watts and starring Tom Holland, Zendaya, Benedict Cumberbatch, Jacob Batalon, Jon Favreau, Marisa Tomei, Benedict Wong, Tony Revolori, Alfred Molina, Jamie Foxx, Willem Dafoe and some surprise guests.
Dec 15, 2021
Dec 15, 2021
25 min
In this episode, Xan reviews a new Shonen Jump title about fighting giant monsters and cleaning up after them. How violent is it? Well sit back and find out as he reviews the action Sci Fi manga series Kaiju No. 8 by Naoya Matsumoto.
Dec 8, 2021
Dec 8, 2021
20 min
In this episode, Xan reviews a high fantasy manga about what happens after the quest is complete. What is next? Well sit back and find out as he reviews the action, drama fantasy manga Frieren: Beyond Journey's End/ Soso no Furirenby Kanehito Yamada with art by Tsukasa Abe.
Dec 1, 2021
Dec 1, 2021
18 min
In this episode, Xan reviews another supernatural manga, this one is about urban legends and being careful what you wish for. Is it scary. Well prepare to enter the 3rd stall as he reviews Toilet Bound Hanako-kun/ Jibaku Shonen Hanako-kun by Aidaro.
Nov 24, 2021
Nov 24, 2021
19 min
In this episode, Xan reviews a supernatural romance that seems to be inspired by Beauty and the Beast. Is it a happy story? Well sit back and find out as he reviews The Ancient Magus Bridge/Mahō Tsukai no Yome by Kore Kamazaki.
Nov 17, 2021
Nov 17, 2021
17 min
In this episode, Xan reviews a slice of life Isekai that is very relaxed. But is it too relaxed? Well find out as he reviews Drugstore in Another World: The Slow Life of a Cheat Pharmacist by Kennoji and illustrated by Matsuuni.
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.