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

Sunday Feb 11, 2018
Sunday Feb 11, 2018
In this episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan reviews a dad fiction manga about going to space...kinda. So hope you enjoy Xan's review of "Moonlight Mile" by Yasuo Ōtagaki
Besides the unique aspect of reincarnation used in this manga, our host also discusses how they utilize a McGuffin so much more effectively then other stories. Either way Hope you enjoy this episode.

Friday Feb 09, 2018
Spiraken Manga Review Ep 260: Terra Formars (or Kill The Roaches)
Friday Feb 09, 2018
Friday Feb 09, 2018
In this episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan is horrified and amazed at the violence in the sci fi action manga that he reviews. So enjoy as he reviews the action adventure science fiction manga series "Terra Formars" by Yū Sasuga
Xan rants about the death toll in this manga as well as the awesome abilities of the M.O. Operatives. Either way Hope you enjoy this episode.

Wednesday Feb 07, 2018
Spiraken Manga Review Ep 259: Inuyashiki (or Proving You Are Still Alive)
Wednesday Feb 07, 2018
Wednesday Feb 07, 2018
In this episode, Xan gets pumped and angry as he reviews a sci fi action manga that involves a cyborg ojisan vs a cyborg kid. So, strap on your jetpacks and join Xan as he reviews the action adventure sci manga series "Inuyashiki" by Hiroya Oku
Xan points out the use of Gantz art in the episode as well as discusses the overarching plot of this manga. Hope you enjoy this episode.

Monday Feb 05, 2018
Monday Feb 05, 2018
In this episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan takes his time and relaxes as he reviews a unique slice of life manga. So grab a coffee and relax as he reviews the sci fi manga series "Yokohama Kaidashi Kiko" by Hitoshi Ashinano
Xan marvels at the positivity of this manga, despite its melancholy setting. He also discusses the new podcast schedule for this year. We will be posting 3 days a week, so stay tuned. Hope you enjoy

Friday Feb 02, 2018
Friday Feb 02, 2018
In this episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan reviews not just a manga, but also it's light novel counterpart. So, sit back and enjoy as he reviews the fantasy drama seinen manga and light novel series "So I'm A Spider, So What?" by Okina Baba
Xan compares the novel and light novel series as well as marvels over how good an Isekai series can really be. We Hope you enjoy this episode

Thursday Feb 01, 2018
Thursday Feb 01, 2018
Bon Appetite! In this episode, Xan reviews a crazy cooking manga about cooking the monsters you find in a dungeon.How does one do it? Well sit back and find out as he reviews the fantasy comedy cooking manga series "Delicious in Dungeon" by Ryoko Kui
Xan talks about how delicious the food looks despite the absurd concept, as well as wonders why they haven't made an anime adaptation yet. Hope you enjoy this episode.

Wednesday Jan 31, 2018
Spiraken Manga Review Ep 255: Brave (or Getting Through Today’s Level)
Wednesday Jan 31, 2018
Wednesday Jan 31, 2018
In this episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan reviews a juvenile graphic novel (not a manga) released by Yen Press. So sit back and relax as he reviews the Middle School Drama Story "Brave" by Svetlana Chamkova
Xan discusses the relationship between "Brave" and Svetlana Chamkova's earlier novel "Ackward" as well as discusses the social hierarchy system of middle school. Hope you enjoy this episode

Wednesday Jan 31, 2018
Wednesday Jan 31, 2018
In this episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan reviews a depressing one shot manga/manwha about the end of the world. So listen as he reviews the drama sci fi seinen manga/manwha "Hotel Since 2079" by Boichi
Xan discusses the unique origin of this story and his reason why it should never be adapted again. Hope you enjoy this episode.

Tuesday Jan 30, 2018
Tuesday Jan 30, 2018
In this episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan reviews a manga about friendship and anterograde amnesia. So sit back and enjoy as he reviews the rom com manga series "One Week Friends" by Matcha Hazuki
Xan compares this manga to similar stories like "50 First Dates" and how good the art style is. Hope you enjoy this episode.

Monday Jan 29, 2018
Monday Jan 29, 2018
In this episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan reviews the fourth best selling manga series of all time, so sit back and relax as he reviews the shonen detective mystery series "Meitanti Conan/ Detective Conan/Case Closed" by Gosho Aoyama
Xan would like to apologize for the late release of this episode but as you know, things have been difficult for him IRL. AnywayBesides reviewing this manga, Xan talks about the unique style of this manga, the question of if there will be an ending and ponders why this is so prolific. Hope you enjoy this episode.

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.






