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
Episodes



Wednesday Jul 15, 2020
Spiraken Manga Review Ep 377: Bungo Stray Dogs
Wednesday Jul 15, 2020
Wednesday Jul 15, 2020
In this episode, Xan reviews a manga that names all of its characters after famous literary figures. So enjoy, as he reviews the action mystery manga series "Bungo Stray Dog" written by Kafka Asagiri and illustrated by Sango Harukawa.



Tuesday Jul 14, 2020
Tuesday Jul 14, 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
S2E4 "The Lake House" directed by Craig McNeill
He also gives a super brief non spoiler review of the final two episode of season 1 of Snowpiercer
S1E9 "The Train Demanded Blood" directed by James Hawes
S1E10 "994 Cars Long" directed by James Hawes
and finally he goes over the latest episode of DC's Stargirl
"Brainwave" directed by Tamra Davis
As our host talks about these television shows, he tries not to spoil anything about the snowpiercer season finale and rants about the two filler episode.
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 Wayne go with Charlie?



Wednesday Jul 08, 2020
Spiraken Manga Review Ep 376: Spy x Family
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
Spiraken Manga Review Ep 375: Glepnir
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)
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: Will Millie end up betraying Charlie Manx?



Wednesday Jun 24, 2020
Spiraken Manga Review Ep 374: Maiden Railways
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?

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.






