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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Wednesday Jul 08, 2020
Wednesday Jul 08, 2020
In This espionage filled episode, Xan reviews a fun manga that is one part "Mr & Mrs Smith" and one part Parenting 101. So sit back and enjoy as he reviews "Spy x Family" by Tatsuya Endo.
Tuesday Jul 07, 2020
Tuesday Jul 07, 2020
It's Tuesday, So let's talk about some tv shows.
It's Spiraken's Television Tuesday!
In this informative episode, Xan once again is solo as he discusses the latest episode of "NOS4A2", "Snowpiercer", and "DC's Stargirl".
"NOS4A2" S2 E2 "The Night Road" directed by Craig McNeil
"Snowpiercer" S1E8 "These Are His Revolutions" directed by Everardo Gout.
"Stargirl" S1E8 "Shiv part 2" directed by Geary Mcleod.
As Xan recaps these episodes, he also revises his opinion on actor Trae Romano, discusses the character progression on Vic McQueen and offers his shocking opinion on the events of Snowpiercer.
If there is a show you want us to watch and discuss email us at xan@spiraken.com
Remember to follow us @spiraken on Twitter and @spiraken on Instagram, also if you would kindly, please go to www.tinyurl.com/helpxan and give us a great rating on Apple Podcasts. Thank you and hope you enjoy this episode.
#spiraken #wheelofmanga #snowpiercertv #televisiontuesday #stargirltv #nos4a2 #spirakenreviewpodcast
Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme - Jal-Edge of Water by Aakash Gandhi (Youtube Audio Library)
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Random Question of the Day: What do you think the Hourglass Man can do?
Wednesday Jul 01, 2020
Wednesday Jul 01, 2020
In this crazy episode of the podcast, Xan reviews a strange magical boy episode that is horrific and violent. So grab a coin, and prepare to see weirdness as he reviews "Glepnir" by Sun Takeda.
Monday Jun 29, 2020
Monday Jun 29, 2020
It's Tuesday! So its time to talk about some Television Shows!!!
WELCOME TO SPIRAKEN TELEVISION TUESDAY!!!!
In this episode, Xan goes it alone as he discusses the latest episode in three awesome shows from this week.
First he discusses the latest episode of Nos4A2
"Good Father" S2 E2 directed by John Shiban.
Then he geeks out about the latest episode of Snowpiercer
"The Universe is Indifferent" S1E7 directed by Helen Shaver
and finally Xan rants about the new Dc's Stargirl episode
"Shiv part 1" directed by Lea Thompson.
As our host talks about these television shows, he also wonders where it will all end.
If there is a show you want us to watch and discuss email us at xan@spiraken.com
Remember to follow us @spiraken on Twitter and @spiraken on Instagram, also if you would kindly, please go to www.tinyurl.com/helpxan and give us a great rating on Apple Podcasts. Thank you and hope you enjoy this episode.
#spiraken #wheelofmanga #snowpiercertv #televisiontuesday #stargirltv #nos4a2 #spirakenreviewpodcast
Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme-Summer in the Neighborhood by Bad Snacks (Youtube Audio Library)
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Random Question of the Day: Will Millie end up betraying Charlie Manx?
Wednesday Jun 24, 2020
Wednesday Jun 24, 2020
In this episode, Xan reviews a Josei manga anthology that focuses on romances occurring on or near train stations. So grab your suicaa card, sit back and enjoy as he reviews "Maiden Railways" by Asumiko Nakamura.
Tuesday Jun 23, 2020
Tuesday Jun 23, 2020
It's Tuesday! So its time to talk about some Television Shows!!!
WELCOME TO SPIRAKEN TELEVISION TUESDAY!!!!
In this fun filled fifth episode, Gretta & Xan review the Season 2 Premire of NOS4A2
S2E1 "Bad Mother" directed by John Shiban
They also review Snowpiercer Episode 6
"Trouble Comes Sideways" directed by Helen Shaver
And finally they review Epsiode 6 of Stargirl
"Justice Society" directed by Christopher Manley
As they discuss the impacts these episodes have on their overarching series, they also debate the poor choices Courney makes, How an episode without the main villain sets up the season for NOS4A2, and how dramatic Snowpiercer is getting.
If there is a show you want us to watch and discuss email us at xan@spiraken.com
Remember to follow us @spiraken on Twitter and @spiraken on Instagram, also if you would kindly, please go to www.tinyurl.com/helpxan and give us a great rating on Apple Podcasts. Thank you and hope you enjoy this episode.
#spiraken #wheelofmanga #snowpiercertv #televisiontuesday #stargirltv #nos4a2 #spirakenreviewpodcast
Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme-Summer in the Neighborhood by Bad Snacks (Youtube Audio Library)
Our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spiraken/Our Email Spiraken@gmail.comXan's Email xan@spiraken.comOur Twitter SpirakenYoutube Channel https://www.youtube.com/user/spirakenOur Amazon Store http://www.amazon.com/shops/spiraken
Random Question of the Day: When will the powderkeg blow up on snowpiercer?
Wednesday Jun 17, 2020
Wednesday Jun 17, 2020
In This episode, Xan reviews a sports manga that involves one of the most controversial sport ever, Golf. Is this a good manga? Well get your golf clubs and get ready as our host reviews "King Golf" by Takeshi Sasaki
Tuesday Jun 16, 2020
Tuesday Jun 16, 2020
Let's Talk Television
In this very special supplimental episode, Xan & Gretta discuss the first season of Joe Hill's NOS4A2
starring Ashleigh Cummings and Zachary Quintos
Tuesday Jun 16, 2020
Tuesday Jun 16, 2020
It's Tuesday! So its time to talk about some Television Shows!!!
WELCOME TO SPIRAKEN TELEVISION TUESDAY!!!!
In this fun filled fifth episode, Gretta & Xan review the long anticipated fifth episode of Snowpiercer
Ep 4: Justice Never Boarded
as well as DC's Star Girl's Fourth and Fifth Episodes
Ep4: Wild Cat and Ep 5: Dr Mid-nite & Hourman
As they discuss the impacts these episodes have on their overarching series, they also discuss the great and terrible actors of these shows and if they should continue watching it.
If there is a show you want us to watch and discuss email us at xan@spiraken.com
Remember to follow us @spiraken on Twitter and @spiraken on Instagram, also if you would kindly, please go to www.tinyurl.com/helpxan and give us a great rating on Apple Podcasts. Thank you and hope you enjoy this episode.
#spiraken #wheelofmanga #snowpiercertv #televisiontuesday #stargirltv #spirakenreviewpodcast
Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme-Summer in the Neighborhood by Bad Snacks (Youtube Audio Library)
Our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spiraken/Our Email Spiraken@gmail.comXan's Email xan@spiraken.comOur Twitter SpirakenYoutube Channel https://www.youtube.com/user/spirakenOur Amazon Store http://www.amazon.com/shops/spiraken
Random Question of the Day: Should the third class try to kill LJ?
Saturday Jun 13, 2020
Saturday Jun 13, 2020
In this long awaited episode of the Spiraken Motion Picture Podcast, Xan & Gretta get to review an Academy Award winning film that neither had seen before. Action, Politics, Revenge and Honor are the main elements of this film. So, sit back and enjoy as they review the 2000 historical action film, Gladiator directed by Ridley Scott and starring Russell Crowe, Joaquin Phoenix, Connie Nielsen, Oliver Reed, Djimon Hounsou, and Richard Harris.
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.