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.
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

Wednesday Mar 20, 2019
Spiraken Manga Review Ep 310: Riman Gambler Mouse (or Dad Fiction At It’s Most Depraved)
Wednesday Mar 20, 2019
Wednesday Mar 20, 2019
In this episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan delves back into gambling manga. So, enjoy as he review the adult psychological drama manga series "Riman Gambler Mouse" by Takahashi Noboru.
While not the most positive review, Xan does go over the rules of this strange game called "cowarDICE" and the weird nature of our main character. Hope you enjoy

Wednesday Mar 06, 2019
Spiraken Manga Review Ep 309: Dororo (or Why isn’t This Manga Titled ”Hyakkimaru”?)
Wednesday Mar 06, 2019
Wednesday Mar 06, 2019
In this special episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan and Gretta are joined by Doug WIlder from animecons.tv as they review an amazing work by the great mangaka Tezuka Osamu. So, enjoy as our intrepid Hosts review the amazing horror samurai action manga series "Dororo" by Tezuka Osamu, as well as the 2019 Anime adaptation released by Studio Mappa.
As they compare the original manga to its new adaptation, our hosts also discuss the history of the manga,the unique issues that the protagonist deasl with as he regains his lost body parts, the tragic nature of life in the warring states period and why it stands the test of time. Hope you enjoy

Saturday Mar 02, 2019
Spiraken Anime Corner: Winter Anime 2019
Saturday Mar 02, 2019
Saturday Mar 02, 2019
The Spiraken Anime Review has returned!!So celebrate with Xan and Gretta as they discuss the latest season Anime Japan has to offer to us fans.
From The Stand out Series
to the more unique, niche and possibly WTF
Our Hosts go over the majority of the new series that came out and give their opinions on them. If you feel differently then us, let us know and email us at Spiraken@gmail.com. Either way, hope you enjoy

Wednesday Feb 27, 2019
Wednesday Feb 27, 2019
In this unique episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan and Gretta not only review an amazing classic manga, but they also review the recent Live Action Adaptaion. So Sit back and Relax and our intrepid Hosts review the original cyberpunk classic manga series "Gunnmn/ Battle Angel Alita" by Yukito Kishiro. as well as the 2019 Film adaptation " Alita Battle Angel" Directed by Robert Rodriquez, produced by James Cameron and starring Rosa Salazar, Christoph Waltz, Jennifer Connelly, Mahershala Ali, Ed Skrein, Jackie Earle Haley, Keean Johnson and a special cameo.
As they compare the original manga to its unique adaptation, our hosts also discuss the history of the manga,the unique setting and why it stands the test of time. Hope you enjoy

Tuesday Feb 05, 2019
Tuesday Feb 05, 2019
In this episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan reviews the unusual Romance Manwah web comic series "Skill of Lure" by Woo Sang-Ho
Besides the twist of the series' premise, our host does his best to review this Hitch Like comedy. Hope you enjoy

Wednesday Jan 30, 2019
Wednesday Jan 30, 2019
In this episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan reviews the restaurant comedy yonkoma manga series "Working!!" by Karino Takatsu
Despite the uncomfortable nature of the main character, Xan discusses the ensemble cast and the thoughts about this unique series. Hope you enjot

Wednesday Jan 23, 2019
Spiraken Manga Review Ep 305: D-Live (or A.S.E. to the Rescue)
Wednesday Jan 23, 2019
Wednesday Jan 23, 2019
In this episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan talks about problem solving multinational companies and part time employees getting screwed by their boss. So enjoy as he reviews the action adventure vehicle manga series "D-Live" by Ryoji Minagawa
Besides going over the plot, Our host discusses the unique machine designs are offset by the rough plot . either way Hope you Enjoy

Tuesday Jan 15, 2019
Tuesday Jan 15, 2019
In this episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan talks about time travel and science as he reviews the latest manga series to join Weekly Shonen Jump. So enjoy as he reviews "Dr. Stone" by Riichiro Inagaki & Boichi
As he goes into the plot of this unique story, Xan also discusses the insane concept of counting for 3000 years . either way Hope you Enjoy

Friday Dec 21, 2018
Tales From The XXXX Ep 001: The Holiday Special
Friday Dec 21, 2018
Friday Dec 21, 2018
Happy Holidays Everyone! So In this Inaugural Episode of Spiraken's Latest Podcast Show about nothing and everything "Tales From the XXXX" Xan and Gretta open with a great Topic. The winter holidays (Christmas, Channukah and Kwanzaa).
So Pour yourself some eggnog and crank up the Christmas music as our hosts discuss Holiday gift ideas, the best films of the christmas season, great holiday memories and unique stylings of how to make the most of your holiday . we here at Spiraken Hope you have a wonderful holiday that is safe and memorable.
Remember this is the first episode of this new show. So email us and tell us what you think. What we can change and what you liked. thank you and hope you enjoy the Show
Music For Episode: Opening Music -Mele Kalikimaka- by Reel Big Fish (Reel Big Fish Christmas),
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Thursday Dec 13, 2018
Spiraken Motion Picture Review: Ep 001- Spider-man: Into The Spider-verse
Thursday Dec 13, 2018
Thursday Dec 13, 2018
Spiraken Movie Review Podcast has Been Rebranded to The SPIRAKEN MOTION PICTURE REVIEW PODCAST, so Let's Start it off right shall we. Xan and Gretta review the latest Marvel Animated film, this one based off of the Ultimate Spider-man known as Miles Morales and the Spider-man Mega Series Spiderverse . So enjoy as our hosts review Spider-man: Into The Spider-verse directed by Bob Persichetti Peter Ramsey & Rodney Rothman. It is starring Shameik Moore as Morales, alongside Jake Johnson, Hailee Steinfeld, Mahershala Ali, Brian Tyree Henry, Lily Tomlin, Luna Lauren Velez, Zoë Kravitz, John Mulaney, Kimiko Glenn, Nicolas Cage, Kathryn Hahn, and Liev Schreiber.

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.






