Spiraken Manga Review

It's Time For TV TUESDAY     In this  episode of Spiraken's Podcast about the latest Television episodes and series, Xan goes over the pilot episodes for two new television programs as well as the latest episodes of three other show we are discussing. ----more---- As usual all spoilers will be after the mid credits so if you have not watched the episodes, please stop listening when the music starts so you are not spoiled. First off, Our intrepid Host discusses the latest episode of The Masked Dancer. S1 E3 "Group B Playoffs- These Masks Don't Lie!" Then he discusses the season premier of one of the most twisted crime drama procedural shows out there, Prodigal Son S2E1 "It's All About The Execution" directed by Antonio Negret. Next, our intrepid host goes over the lackluster latest episode of The Stand 2020 S1 E5 "Fear & Loathing in New Vegas" directed by Chris Fisher After that, Xan goes on to discuss another Series Pilot Episode, the Long Awaited MCU tied in Television Series Wandavis

Welcome to the Spiraken Book Corner Review Show, where Xan and an awesome guest discuss various books. In this episode we discuss Frank Herbert's Dune. ----more---- This is the second part of this review. To watch the first part where Xan discusses the plot of the book and his initial thoughts, click this link.. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NQXaoyKjCIw&t=3s  In this second part of the review, Co founder of www.spiraken.com May-San, joins us to talk about why she enjoys Dune so much as well as why Xan doesn't get the awesomeness of this series.  Hope you enjoy. Remember to follow us @spiraken on Twitter and @spiraken on Instagram, subscribe to this podcast and our youtube channel & if you would kindly, please go to www.tinyurl.com/helpxan and give us a great rating on Apple Podcasts. also join our discord Thank you and hope you enjoy this episode. #spiraken #bookreview #deckofbooks #scifinovel #frankherbert #dune #fearisthemindkiller #spirakenbookcorner  #podcasthq #book #spirakenreviewpo

In this oddly slice of life episode, Xan reviews a manga that puts a famous horror character into the post apocalypse with two child sidekicks. Is it fun or horrifying? Well grab a V.C.R., sit back and enjoy as he reviews Sakako at the End of the World by Koma Natsumi and supervised by Koji Suzuki. ----more---- As our host goes over this truly one of a kind story, he also wonders how an anime adaptation would go, goes over the latest news in the manga world and lets you know about the release of the Spiraken Book Corner Review show on Youtube.  Hope you enjoy. Remember to follow us @spiraken on Twitter and @spiraken on Instagram, subscribe to this podcast and our youtube channel & if you would kindly, please go to www.tinyurl.com/helpxan and give us a great rating on Apple Podcasts. also join our discord Thank you and hope you enjoy this episode. #spiraken #mangareview #wheelofmanga #Joseimanga #yenpressmanga #natsumikoma #sadakoatthenedoftheworld #yenpress  #podcasthq #manga #spirakenreviewpodcast

It's Time For TV TUESDAY     In this  episode of Spiraken's Podcast about the latest Television episodes and series, Xan & Gretta go over several new games shows as well as 3 television shows of varying degrees of enjoyability. As usual all spoilers will be after the mid credits so if you have not watched the episodes, please stop listening when the music starts so you are not spoiled. First they start off with the season 2 premire of Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist. S2 E1: "Zoey's Extraordinary Return" directed by John Terlesky Then they talk about the third episode of The Watch S1E3: "The Wat?" directed by Brian Kelly. After that, Gretta and Xan discuss their growing enjoyment of The Stand  S1E4: "House of the Dead" directed by Danielle Krudy & Bridget Savage Cole. Now that the major serialized Television Shows are discussed, they then discuss 3 game shows. First they go over the revitalized reboot of Name That Tune Then they discuss the second episode of The Masked Dancer an

In this Twenty second Installment of Spiraken's James Bond Marathon/Bond-o-thon, Xan and Gretta talk about a new, grittier James Bond is his film Debut. Is he a worthy successor to his predecessors? Well grab a Vesper Martini and find out as they review the 2006 film adaptation of the first James Bond novel, Casino Royale , directed by Martin Campbell and and starring Eva Green, Mads Mikkelsen, Jeffrey Wright, Judi Dench, Jesper Christensen, Giancarlo Giannini and introducing Daniel Craig as Newly Assigned 007 James Bond. ----more---- As our hosts discuss Daniel Craig's different more damaged take on James Bond, they also discuss the use of a Henchman as the primary villain of this film as well as the unique choice to not use gadgets in this film. Remember to follow us @spiraken on Twitter, @spiraken on Instagram, Join our discord at tinyurl.com/spiradiscord and Check out our Youtube Page. Also if you would kindly, please go to www.tinyurl.com/helpxan and give us a great rating on Apple Podcasts. Thank

In this four hundred and first episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan is joined by frequent collaborator Doug Wilder of Animecons.tv (@nigoki on twitter) to discuss an anthology of stories by one of the best mangaka out right now. Is it good? Well grab a hankie and find out as they review the manga anthology Sneeze-The Naoki Urasawa Story Collection by Naoki Urasawa. ----more---- As our hosts discuss the unique nature of this story collection, they also go over the latest news, discuss plans for the new year and rant about some rough news in the manga world.  Hope you enjoy. Remember to follow us @spiraken on Twitter and @spiraken on Instagram, Check out Doug's work on animecons.tv and at @nigokiwatches also if you would kindly, please go to www.tinyurl.com/helpxan and give us a great rating on Apple Podcasts. also join our discord Thank you and hope you enjoy this episode. #spiraken #mangareview #wheelofmanga #seinenmanga #vizsignaturemanga #urasawanaoki #sneezenaokiurasawa #vizmedia  #podcasthq #m

 It's Time For TV TUESDAY   In this episode, Xan discusses the latest episodes for two novel adaptations. As usual all spoilers will be after the mid credits so if you have not watched the episodes, please stop listening when the music starts so you are not spoiled. Our intrepid Host begins by discussing the latest episode of The Stand S1E3: "Blank Page" directed by Danielle Krudy & Bridget Savage Cole and then he talks about the Premiere episodes of The Terry Pratchett inspired but not connected The Watch S1E1: "A Near Vimes Experience" directed by Craig Viveiros and  S1E2: "Ook" directed by Craig Viveiros (note the title for this episode is because one of the secondary characters turned themselves into an orangutan.) As our host rants about the non faithfulness of The Watch,  Xan wonders what they will change next in these two shows and goes on about the changes in the new THE STAND episode.  Hope you Enjoy As usual all spoilers will be after the mid credits so if you have not watche

OUR 400TH EPISODE of the Spiraken Manga Review!!! In this amazing episode, Our Host Xan goes over some of his favorite manga that he reviewed over the past 100 episodes as well as reviewing an isekai series with a questionable main character. Sit back and enjoy as he reviews the isekai manga I'm Standing On 1,000,000 Lives by Naoki Yamakawa and illustrated by Akinari Nao. ----more---- As our host reminesces over all the unique manga he has reviewed, he also discusses some of the latest manga news, rants about his dislike on this manga's main character and wonders what will happen over the next 100 episodes.  Hope you enjoy. 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 #mangareview #wheelofmanga #shonenmanga #kodanshamanga #Hyaku-MannoInochinoUeniOrewaTatteiru #imstandingonamillionlives #naokiyamakawa  #podcasthq #man

It's Tuesday, So It's Time To Talk About Some TV Shows!!! Welcome to Television Tuesday. In this episode, Xan and Gretta discuss the latest show in the Masked Universe and then Xan alone goes over the latest episode of The Stand. As usual all spoilers will be after the mid credits so if you have not watched the episodes, please stop listening when the music starts so you are not spoiled.  So They start by talking about the premiere for The Masked Dancer S1 E1 "Premiere-Everybody Mask Now"  and then Gretta leaves, so Xan can talk about the nitty gritty of The Stand S1E2 "Pocket Savior" directed by Tucker Gates. As our hosts discuss the crazy dancers, they also wonder if it is as good as its predecessor.  Hope you Enjoy 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 hop

In this superheroine inspired mini movie review, Xan & Gretta get to talk about the latest DCEU film that was released to HBO MAX before it hit theatres. Is it a worthy successor to the first film? Well sit back and find out as they review the Super hero action film Wonder Woman 1984 directed by Patty Jenkins and starring Gal Gadot , alongside Chris Pine, Kristen Wiig, Pedro Pascal, Robin Wright, and Connie Nielsen. ----more---- As with our other mini reviews, this is not a full review and tries to be as spoiler light as possible. Our hosts do discuss their initial impressions and what they would change to make this popcorn movie into a great film.  Remember to follow us @spiraken on Twitter,@spiraken on Instagram, and Check out our Youtube Page. 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 #moviereview #dodecahydronofmovies #superheromovie #dceu  #ww84 #galgadot #kriistainwig #pedr

As a special Christmas Mini Movie Review, Xan & Gretta talk about a long anticipated Disney/Pixar Film that was finally released on Disney +. Was it worth the wait. Find out and enjoy as they review the metaphysical animated film Soul directed by Pete Docter and starring the voices of Jamie Foxx, Tina Fey, Graham Norton, Rachel House, Alice Braga, Richard Ayoade, Phylicia Rashad, Donnell Rawlings, Questlove, and Angela Bassett. ----more---- As with our other mini reviews, this is not a full review and tries to be as spoiler light as possible. Our hosts talk about the inspiring nature of this film, the phenomenal music and the feeling one gets after watching this film. Remember to follow us @spiraken on Twitter,@spiraken on Instagram, and Check out our Youtube Page. 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 #moviereview #dodecahydronofmovies #pixarmovie  #disneysoul #jamiefoxx #ti

In this episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan gets to finally review a manga that was made by Great Comic Artist Felipe Smith. Does it hold up? Well grab your Brickside Chain and enjoy as he reviews the Parody Satire  Slice of Life Manga Peepo Choo  by Felipe Smith. ----more---- As our host geeks out over finally being able to use the episode bumper recorded by the mangaka himself, Xan also goes over the many miscommunications used in this manga and wonders if this manga is still relevant in the modern world. Hope you enjoy. 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 #mangareview #wheelofmanga #seinenmanga #verticalmanga #peepochoo #felipesmith #verticalinc  #podcasthq #manga #spirakenreviewpodcast #lightnovel Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme- City Night Lights by Bad Snacks (Youtube Audio Library) WH

In this holiday themed Mini Movie Review, Xan & Gretta get to talk a little about one of the most iconic Christmas Movies of all time. So grab your ada approved toothbrush and enjoy as they review the holiday classic Home Alone directed by Chris Columbus and starring Macaulay Culkin, Joe Pesci, Daniel Stern, John Heard, and Catherine O'Hara. ----more---- As with our other mini reviews, this is not a full review, however Gretta and Xan reminisce about their memories surrounding this holiday classic. Remember to follow us @spiraken on Twitter,@spiraken on Instagram, and Check out our Youtube Page. 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 #moviereview #dodecahydronofmovies #holidaymovie  #homealone #MacaulayCulkin #joepesci #Christmasmovie #movie #spirakenreviewpodcast #podcasthq Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme-Setting the Trap by John Williams (Home Alone OST) WHERE TO

 It's Time For TV TUESDAY   In this episode, Xan & Gretta discuss the finales for both The Masked Singer & The Mandalorian as well as the pilot episode of The latest Stephen King Adaptation, The Stand. As usual all spoilers will be after the mid credits so if you have not watched the episodes, please stop listening when the music starts so you are not spoiled. They begin by discussing the nail biting finale of The Mandalorian S2E8 "Chapter 16: The Rescue" directed by Peyton Reed. Afterwards they discuss the big reveal for The Masked Singer" S4 E12 "The Season 4 Finale - Last Mask Standing". And finally, Gretta is horrified as Xan describes the horrific first episode of The Stand S1E1 "The End" directed by Josh Boone. As our hosts discuss the great character development of Mayfeld, they also rant on whose idea was it to show only 3 new songs and then just reshow the songs that losers sang.  More importantly Xan geeks out over the reuse of an old line in a final scene Hope you Enjoy

In this holiday themed Mini Movie Review, Xan & Gretta give a quick review on a Christmas film about the trials and tribulations of a large family during Christmas. So grab a mug of coquito and enjoy as they review the Holiday Drama movie Nothing Like The Holidays directed by Alfredo De Villa and starring Luis Guzmán, John Leguizamo, Debra Messing, Alfred Molina, Freddy Rodriguez, Melonie Diaz, Vanessa Ferlito, Jay Hernandez and Elizabeth Peña. ----more---- As with our other mini reviews, this is not an official review, however Gretta and Xan discuss the relatability of the Rodriguez family and the insanity that occurs during a Puerto Rican Christmas. Remember to follow us @spiraken on Twitter,@spiraken on Instagram, and Check out our Youtube Page. 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 #moviereview #dodecahydronofmovies #boriquachristmas  #nothingliketheholidays2008 #Johnlegu

In this special holiday themed mini movie review, Xan & Gretta get to talk about their first reactions to an older animated Christmas Classic. so sit back and enjoy as they review the CGI animated family Film Arthur Christmas directed by Sarah Smith & Barry Cook and starring the voices of James McAvoy, Hugh Laurie, Bill Nighy, Jim Broadbent, Imelda Staunton, and Ashley Jensen. ----more---- As with our other mini reviews, this is not an official review, however Gretta and Xan discuss the heartfelt message of this film. Remember to follow us @spiraken on Twitter,@spiraken on Instagram, and Check out our Youtube Page. 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 #moviereview #dodecahydronofmovies #holidaymovie  #arthurchristmas #jamesmcavoy #hughlaurie #Christmasmovie #movie #spirakenreviewpodcast #podcasthq Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme-We Wish You a ... by Harry Greg

A Long Time Ago... In an apartment far far away... Xan & Gretta review a very special Holiday special that is one part parody, one part homage, and one part comedy. Is it superior to the original Star Wars Holiday Special from 1977? Well get your brick on and find out as they review the comedy holiday lego movie The Lego Star Wars Holiday Special directed by Ken Cunningham and starring Anthony Daniels, Helen Sadler, Omar Miller,  Jake Green,  Kelly Marie Tran, Matt Sloan, and Billy Dee Williams. ----more---- As with our other mini reviews, this is not an official review, however Gretta and Xan go over their initial reaction to this holiday special, as well as the hilarious easter eggs in the show. Remember to follow us @spiraken on Twitter,@spiraken on Instagram, and Check out our Youtube Page. 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 #moviereview #dodecahydronofmovies #netfli

In this episode, Xan reviews a historical manga that centers around a poison otaku who ends up becoming the Emperor's food taster. Is it a fun story. Sit back and find out as he reviews the romantic drama light novel manga adaptation known as The Apothecary Diaries by Natsu Hyūga, Itsuki Nanao and illustrated by Nekokurage. ----more---- As our host goes over the otaku nature of this manga's main character, he also discusses the unique setting for this story, as well as some of the news of the week. Hope you enjoy. 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 #mangareview #wheelofmanga #seinenmanga #romcommanga #theapothecarydiaries #chinesemanga #natsuhyuga  #podcasthq #manga #spirakenreviewpodcast #lightnovel Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme- New Moon by Bad Snacks (Youtube Audio Library) WHERE TO FIND US

 It's Time For TV TUESDAY   In this episode of Spiraken's Podcast about the latest episode of The Mandalorian as well as a failed idea from The Masked Singer.  So first we start off with the return of Bill Burr in this week's episode S2 E7 :"Chapter 15: The Believer" directed by Rick Famuyiwa and afterwards they discuss the abomination that is  The MASKED SINGER HOLIDAY SING ALONG.... As our hosts discuss the great character development of Mayfeld, they also rant on whose idea was it to show only 3 new songs and then just reshow the songs that losers sang.  More importantly Xan geeks out over the reuse of an old line in a final scene Hope you Enjoy As usual all spoilers will be after the mid credits so if you have not watched the episodes, please stop listening so you are not spoiled. 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/hel

In this special Christmas mini movie review, Xan & Gretta get to discuss the sequel to one of the best Holiday Movies from 2018. So sit back and enjoy as they review the Holiday adventure movie Christmas Chronicles 2 directed by Chris Columbus and starring  Kurt Russell reprising his role as Santa Claus, Goldie Hawn as Mrs Claus, Darby Camp, Judah Lewis, Kimberly Williams-Paisley, Julian Dennison, Jahzir Bruno, Tyrese Gibson, Sunny Suljic, Darlene Love, and Malcolm McDowell. ----more---- As with our other mini reviews, this is not an official review, however Gretta and Xan go over their initial reactions and compare this to the original film. Remember to follow us @spiraken on Twitter, @spiraken on Instagram, and Check out our Youtube Page. 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 #moviereview #dodecahydronofmovies #netflixmovie  #christmaschroniclesparttwo #kurtrussell #gold