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
Nov 16, 2017
Nov 16, 2017
19 min
In this mini movie review episode, Xan reviews the 5th DCEU film to date. So sit back and relax as Xan reviews "Justice League" directed by Zack Snyder and Joss Whedon, and starring Ben Affleck, Henry Cavil, Amy Adams, Gal Gadot, Ezra Miller, Jason Momoa, Ray Fisher, Jeremy Irons, Diane Lane, Connie Nielsen, and J. K. Simmons.
Nov 16, 2017
Nov 16, 2017
18 min
In this episode, Xan sees the future as he reviews a cyberpunk action adventure manga. So sit back and enjoy as he reviews "Until Death Do Us Part" written by Hiroshi Takashige and illustrated by DOUBLE-S
Besides discussing the revitalizing effect of this manga, Xan also preps everyone for his panel at Anime NYC. We hope to see you there and hope you enjoy this manga
Nov 14, 2017
Nov 14, 2017
22 min
In this episode, Xan reviews a manga about hidden obsessions and blackmail. so enjoy as he reviews Why Men Don't Wear High Heels by Kim Jimmy
Despite Xan's dislike for this manga, he does go over the positives and why manhwas fail. Either way, hope you enjoy
Nov 10, 2017
Nov 10, 2017
15 min
I've Solved the Case! In this mini movie review episode, Xan reviews the latest adaptation of arguably the greatest mystery story of all time. So sit back and relax as our host reviews Murder on the Orient Express, directed by Kenneth Branagh, starring Kenneth Branagh and Penélope Cruz, Willem Dafoe, Judi Dench, Johnny Depp, Josh Gad, Derek Jacobi, Leslie Odom Jr., Michelle Pfeiffer, and Daisy Ridley in supporting roles.
Nov 9, 2017
Nov 9, 2017
15 min
In this episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan gets a sneak peek into the lives of two amazing individuals in the anime community. So sit back and enjoy as he reviews the comedy slice of life biography manga "Insufficient Direction" by Moyoko Anno
Xan also discusses his upcoming involvement with Anime NYC, next week from November 17-19th in New York City At the Jacob Javits Center. Either way, hope you enjoy
Nov 6, 2017
Nov 6, 2017
20 min
In this tasty episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan is joined by Gretta as they discuss a sweet manga about cheap candy and toys. So sit back and enjoy as they reviews "Dagashi Kashi" by Kotoyama
besides discussing the plot of this manga, Xan debates with Gretta about what candy is best and which of the sweets described are worthy of being purchased. Either way, hope you enjoy
Nov 3, 2017
Nov 3, 2017
17 min
HULK SMASH! In this mini movie review episode, Xan is joined by Special Guest Gretta as they get to explore the MCU's Cosmic worlds once again as he reviews the 17th MCU film to date. So sit back and relax as our hosts reviews Thor Ragnarok directed by Taika Waititi and starring Chris Hemsworth, Tom Hiddleston, Cate Blanchett, Idris Elba, Jeff Goldblum, Tessa Thompson, Karl Urban, Mark Ruffalo, Stan Lee and Anthony Hopkins..
Nov 1, 2017
Nov 1, 2017
18 min
In this neko centric episode, Xan discusses a fun manga about an agoraphobic mystery writer and a mask and mantle cat. So sit back and enjoy as he reviews Doukyonin wa Hiza, Tokidoki, Atama no Ue/ My Roommate is a Cat by Minatsuki Tsunami
As he discusses this manga, Xan also reveals if he is a dog or cat person and how to interpret cat language. anyway hope you enjoy the episode.
Oct 31, 2017
Oct 31, 2017
22 min
In this manly episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan is mystified as he reviews a medical drama manga that is just as manly as Hokuto no Ken. So sit back and enjoy as Xan reviews Super Doctor K by Mafune Kazuo
Besides not talking of day of the dead, Xan rants about the absurdity in this manga, how the medical knowledge is borderline more credible than Baki fixing his arm by tying tendons in a knot. Either way, Hope you enjoy this episode.
Oct 31, 2017
Oct 31, 2017
25 min
HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!! In this spooky episode, Xan debates on what candy to eat and talks about the greatest mangaka's interpretation of the most famous vampire of all time. So sit back and enjoy as Xan reviews Osamu Tezuka's slapstick comedy series Don Dracula
Despite the large infodump Xan gives on the origin of this manga, He also talks about how unique it is compared to his other series and how slapstick fixes the vampire genre in general. Xan also lays out this podcast's plans for the next 8 months and hopefully we can stick to it. Anway, be safe this Halloween. Have a blast and 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.