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 May 11, 2016
Spiraken Manga Review Ep 202: Death Note (or I’ll Take A Potato Chip...And Eat It!!!)
Wednesday May 11, 2016
Wednesday May 11, 2016
In this episode, Xan and Jaxie finally get to review a super popular manga that has been requested since this podcast started. So enjoy as our hosts review the mystical horror psychological thriller series Death Note by Tsugumi Ohba and illustrated by Takeshi Obata
Besides reviewing the manga, our hosts discuss the nature of shinigami's relation to death in other cultures, the annoyance of Death Note's fans and the potential applications of a real death note. Send us some comments at our email, Check out all the events at https://www.facebook.com/WhiteDuckEvents/?pnref=lhc and check out our panels at AnimeNext 2016 Hope you enjoy

Sunday May 08, 2016
Spiraken Special Episode: Return to Classics- The Return of May-san!!!!
Sunday May 08, 2016
Sunday May 08, 2016
Sorry for the belated release of this episode but I wanted to make it just right. Especially because of who is on this episode. So As an additional gift to our fans for reaching episode 200, May-san has deemed us worthy to bask in her presence as we reminisce about the podcast past and talk about its future.
So as you enjoy the return of the first co host of the podcast, listen as we talk about how times have changed, how May-san is a flower, how she will be returning to the podcast in some capacity and how things have been awesome in the world of tv, movies, books and life itself. hope you enjoy the episode
Music for this episode- Opening Theme: Celebretary Fanfare by Arthur Reed (The RWMS Plays), Closing Theme- Elan by Nightwish (Century Child)
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Host's email: Xan@spiraken.com
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Question of the day: What manga would you like May-san to review?

Wednesday Apr 27, 2016
Spiraken Manga Review Ep 201: My Hero Academia (or Anyone Can Be A Hero...Even You!)
Wednesday Apr 27, 2016
Wednesday Apr 27, 2016
In this episode, Jaxie returns to join Xan as they review another superhero manga, Only this time it's mixed with a bit of high schol drama. So enjoy as our host review Boku no Hiro Academia/ My Hero Academia by Kohei Horikoshi,
Our hosts talk about the unique nature of the manga, but they also discuss the art of self sacrifice, how many video game references are used, how the anime adaptaion is and also what is in coming up in the future. PLUS ULTRA!!!! Check out our panels at AnimeNext 2016 and Hope you enjoy

Tuesday Apr 26, 2016
Spiraken Con Review: Castle Point Anime Convention 2016
Tuesday Apr 26, 2016
Tuesday Apr 26, 2016
In this con review, Xan and Jaxie give you the scoop on how was this year's Castle Point Anime Convention
This con was at Steven's Institute of Technology in Hoboken Nj On Saturday April 23rd and Sunday April 24th, 2016. There was so much which happened.

Wednesday Apr 20, 2016
Spiraken Manga Review Ep 200: One Punch-Man (or Killer Move- Serious Punch!!)
Wednesday Apr 20, 2016
Wednesday Apr 20, 2016
We Have Finally done it. We have reached Episode 200 of the Spiraken Manga Review Podcast!So,to celebrate, Xan and Timbo talk about how the podcast has changed over time and more importantly review one of the Best Mangas currently out. So, sit back and relax as they reviews the Superhero Comedy Manga, One Punch Man by One and drawn by Yusuke Murata
Besides geeking out over the awesomeness of One Punch Man, our intrepid hosts talk about the MCU, Battlechaser, Netflix TV shows, sports manga and what will happen in the future.So Thank you for being with us for this long ride and we will continue to bring quality content to you. Check out our panels at AnimeNext 2016 and Hope you enjoy

Wednesday Apr 13, 2016
Wednesday Apr 13, 2016
Oh MY GOD! XAN IS BACK WITH A NEW MANGA REVIEW!!!!In this belated episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan gets a little existential as he review a manga about love, despair, psychological disorders and DID. So, sit back and relax as he reviews Sickness Unto Death by Hikaru Asada and drawn by Takahiro Seguchi
Being the 199th episode of the podcast, Xan is a bit somber in this episode as he discusses the nature of Despair, Life, Identity and a few other intelligent concepts. While this is not as light hearted as other episodes, it is still enjoyable. So Hope you enjoy

Saturday Mar 26, 2016
Spiraken Movie Review Ep 108: Aladdin & Mulan (or Tales From The East)
Saturday Mar 26, 2016
Saturday Mar 26, 2016
Let's get down to business and show you the world. In this episode of the Spiraken Movie review, Xan and Jacqie finish off the theme month of Family, Fantasy, and Fantastic Pixie Dust with not one but two great films from Walt Disney. Both of these movies have action, adventure, romance and an unlikely hero. The first is the great Chinese biography, Mulan directed by Barry Cook and starring Ming-Na Wen, Eddie Murphy, BD Wong, Miguel Ferrer, Harvey Fierstein, June Foray, George Takei & Pat Morita.

Friday Mar 18, 2016
Friday Mar 18, 2016
Twas Brillig and the Slithy Tove, Did gyre and gimble in the wabe: All mimsy were the borogoves, And the mome raths outgrabe. In this episode of the Spiraken movie review, Xan and Jacqie review the third film in our theme month of Family, Fantasy, and Fantastic Pixie Dust. So sit back and prepare to follow a white rabbit down a magical hole as our hosts review the Walt Disney Classic, Alice In Wonderland directed by Clyde Geronimi and starring Kathryn Beaumont, Ed Wynn, Richard Haydn, Sterling Holloway, Jerry Colonna, Verna Felton, J. Pat O'Malley, Bill Thompson and Heather Angel
Besides discussing the potential psychedelic nature of this film, our hosts talk about how influential this film is and how the remakes can never compare to this classic film. Remember this film is owned by Walt Disney Pictures, Watch and support Disney Hope you enjoy

Friday Mar 11, 2016
Friday Mar 11, 2016
In this episode of the Spiraken movie review, Xan and Jaxie continue the theme Month of Family, Fantasy, and Fantastic Pixie Dust, with a magical film about fairy godmothers, glass slippers and true love. So let out your inner child and relax as we review the Walt Disney Classic, Cinderella directed by Clyde Geronimi and starring Ilene Woods, Eleanor Audley, Verna Felton, Rhoda Williams, James MacDonald, Luis van Rooten, Don Barclay, Mike Douglas and Lucille Bliss
Our hosts talk about the origins of this masterpiece and how is compares to the source material and its predecessor, Snow White.They also discuss Lady Tremaine's motivation and remind our listeners to check out White Duck Events "BBC Tea Party in the Park"on April 16th. Remember this film is owned by Walt Disney Pictures, Watch and support disney Hope you enjoy

Saturday Mar 05, 2016
Saturday Mar 05, 2016
Spiraken begins their Month of Family, Fantasy, and Fantastic Pixie Dust, with arguably the most innovate, beautiful and magical film ever created. So let out your inner child and relax as we review the Walt Disney Classic, Snow White & The Seven Dwarves directed by David Hand and starring Adriana Caselotti, Lucille La Verne, Harry Stockwell, Roy Atwell, Pinto Colvig, Otis Harlan, Scotty Mattraw, Billy Gilbert, Eddie Collins, Moroni Olsen, Stuart Buchanan
Our hosts talk about the origins of this masterpiece and how is compares to the source material. Remember this film is owned by Walt Disney Pictures, Watch and support Disney Hope you enjoy

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.






