Spiraken Manga Review

Xan tackles Übel Blatt by Etorouji Shiono —a brutal seinen revenge saga often compared to Berserk. Does this Yen Press manga carve its own path, or does it live in the shadow of giants? We dissect its grim worldbuilding, relentless action, and moral ambiguity. In This Episode: Why Übel Blatt's antihero Koinzell stands out Latest manga releases worth your attention Animazement 2025 Panel Announcements (May event) *No episode 5/21* (Con prep mode activated!) Support the Show: Keep us reviewing: Gofundme (Thanks to our donors!) Engage With Us: Subscribe: YouTube | Website Follow @spiraken on X, Bluesky, Instagram Join our Discord Support on Patreon Rate us: Apple Podcasts Random Question: "What's your favorite dark fantasy manga—and does it need a moral compass?" #Spiraken #MangaReview #ÜbelBlatt #EtoroujiShiono #Seinen #DarkFantasy #BerserkComparisons #RevengeManga #YenPress Music Credits: "Trendsetter" by Mood Maze (via Uppbeat) License code: YEPNB5COHX56JVES WHERE TO FIND US Bluesky: @spiraken.bsky.social Instagram: instagram.com/spiraken Email: Spiraken@gmail.com | Xan: xan@spiraken.com Patreon: patreon.com/spiraken Discord: tinyurl.com/spiradiscord X: x.com/spiraken YouTube: youtube.com/@spiraken Twitch: twitch.com/spiraken Amazon Store: amazon.com/shops/spiraken

Xan taste-tests Cooking With Wild Game by EDA, a J-Novel Club isekai manga adaptation that blends fantasy survival with culinary adventure. Can this webnovel-turned-manga stand out in a crowded genre, or does it reheat tired tropes? We break down its flavors—both fresh and stale.   Discussion Includes: How it compares to popular isekai/cooking manga Panel announcements for Animazement 2025 (May event) Latest manga releases worth your shelf space ----more---- Support the Show: Fuel our reviews: Gofundme (Thanks, donors!) Engage With Us: Subscribe: YouTube | Website Follow @spiraken on X, Bluesky, Instagram Join our Discord Support on Patreon Rate us: Apple Podcasts Random Question: "What's your favorite ‘unusual premise' manga (e.g., cooking, farming, etc.)?" #Spiraken #MangaReview #CookingWithWildGame #EDA #Isekai #CookingManga #JNovelClub #FantasySurvival #WebNovelAdaptation Music Credits: "Trendsetter" by Mood Maze (via Uppbeat) License code: YEPNB5COHX56JVES WHERE TO FIND US Bluesky: @spiraken.bsky.social Instagram: instagram.com/spiraken Email: Spiraken@gmail.com | Xan: xan@spiraken.com Patreon: patreon.com/spiraken Discord: tinyurl.com/spiradiscord X: x.com/spiraken YouTube: youtube.com/@spiraken Twitch: twitch.com/spiraken Amazon Store: amazon.com/shops/spiraken

In this episode, Xan explores Kingyo Used Books by Seimu Yoshizaki —a heartwarming iyashikei anthology where a Tokyo used bookstore becomes a haven for manga lovers. Discover how this Viz Media Signature title celebrates manga's power to heal, connect, and inspire through its vignettes of everyday life. ----more---- Discussion Highlights: Why this series stands out in the healing manga genre How Yoshizaki blends nostalgia with quiet humor Latest manga releases & industry updates Support the Show: Keep us creating: Gofundme (Thank you, donors!) Engage With Us: Subscribe: YouTube | Website Follow @spiraken on X/Twitter, Bluesky, Instagram Join our Discord Support on Patreon Rate us: Apple Podcasts Random Question: "What manga changed your life—or comforted you when you needed it most?" #Spiraken #MangaReview #KingyoUsedBooks #SeimuYoshizaki #Iyashikei #SliceOfLife #VizMediaSignature #HealingManga #BookstoreStories Music Credits: "Trendsetter" by Mood Maze (via Uppbeat) License code: YEPNB5COHX56JVES WHERE TO FIND US Bluesky: @spiraken.bsky.social Instagram: instagram.com/spiraken Email: Spiraken@gmail.com | Xan: xan@spiraken.com Patreon: patreon.com/spiraken Discord: tinyurl.com/spiradiscord X: x.com/spiraken YouTube: youtube.com/@spiraken Twitch: twitch.com/spiraken Amazon Store: amazon.com/shops/spiraken

In this episode, Xan dissects The Climber—a profound sports manga adaptation of Jiro Nitta's novel, with story by Toshio Nabeda and Hiroshi Takano, and striking art by Shin'ichi Sakamoto. This Viz Media Signature title explores the psychological extremes of solo mountain climbing, blending breathtaking visuals with existential tension. Discussion Highlights: Why this manga transcends typical sports narratives How Sakamoto's art amplifies the story's isolation themes Animazement 2025 Panel Announcements (May event details) Support the Show: Help us continue creating content: Gofundme (Thank you, donors!) Engage With Us: Subscribe: YouTube | Website Follow @spiraken on Twitter/X, Bluesky, Instagram Join our Discord Support on Patreon Rate us: Apple Podcasts Random Question: "What's your personal ‘mountain'—an obstacle or goal that consumes you?" #Spiraken #MangaReview #TheClimber #Seinen #SportsManga #ShinichiSakamoto #JiroNitta #VizMediaSignature #PsychologicalManga #Isolation #Podcast Music Credits: "Trendsetter" by Mood Maze (via Uppbeat) License code: YEPNB5COHX56JVES WHERE TO FIND US: Bluesky: @spiraken.bsky.social Instagram: instagram.com/spiraken Email: Spiraken@gmail.com | Xan: xan@spiraken.com Patreon: patreon.com/spiraken Discord: tinyurl.com/spiradiscord X: x.com/spiraken YouTube: youtube.com/@spiraken Twitch: twitch.com/spiraken Amazon Store: amazon.com/shops/spiraken

 In this powerful episode, Xan examines Real - Takehiko Inoue's (Vagabond) brutally honest seinen manga about wheelchair basketball and overcoming physical/emotional trauma. How does this Viz Media-published series tackle disability with more nuance than typical sports narratives? We break down its unflinching realism and why it stands apart in Inoue's legendary career. Support the channel: Keep Spiraken running via Gofundme (thanks to our donors!) Engage with us: Subscribe on YouTube: youtube.com/@spiraken Follow @spiraken on Twitter/X, Bluesky, Instagram Join our Discord Support on Patreon Rate us on Apple Podcasts Question of the Day: "Have you ever watched wheelchair basketball?" Share your experiences below! #Spiraken #MangaReview #RealManga #TakehikoInoue #Seinen #SportsManga #DisabilityRepresentation #WheelchairBasketball #VizMedia #WheelOfManga Music Credits: "Trendsetter" by Mood Maze (via Uppbeat) License code: YEPNB5COHX56JVES WHERE TO FIND US: Bluesky: bsky.app/profile/spiraken.bsky.social Instagram: instagram.com/spiraken Email: Spiraken@gmail.com | Xan: xan@spiraken.com Patreon: patreon.com/spiraken Discord: tinyurl.com/spiradiscord X: x.com/spiraken YouTube: youtube.com/@spiraken Twitch: twitch.com/spiraken Amazon Store: amazon.com/shops/spiraken

 In this episode, Xan explores Akihito Tsukushi's critically acclaimed Made in Abyss - a haunting seinen manga that blends adorable character designs with disturbing body horror. Follow the journey of young explorers venturing into a mysterious chasm where beauty and terror intertwine. Is this Seven Seas Entertainment title worth reading despite its unsettling themes? Join us for a deep dive (pun absolutely intended) into one of manga's most unique dark fantasy worlds. Support the channel: Keep Spiraken running by supporting our GoFundMe: tinyurl.com/spiraken Special thanks to our anonymous donors! Connect with us: Subscribe to our YouTube: youtube.com/@spiraken Follow @spiraken on Twitter/X, Bluesky, and Instagram Join our Discord community Support us on Patreon Rate us on Apple Podcasts Question of the Day: "How far would you descend into the Abyss?" Share your answer in the comments! #Spiraken #MangaReview #MadeInAbyss #AkihitoTsukushi #SeinenManga #DarkFantasy #HorrorManga #SevenSeas #WheelOfManga #MangaRecommendations Music Credits: "Trendsetter" by Mood Maze (via Uppbeat) License code: YEPNB5COHX56JVES WHERE TO FIND US: Bluesky: bsky.app/profile/spiraken.bsky.social Instagram: instagram.com/spiraken Email: Spiraken@gmail.com | Xan: xan@spiraken.com Patreon: patreon.com/spiraken Discord: tinyurl.com/spiradiscord X : x.com/spiraken YouTube: youtube.com/@spiraken Twitch: twitch.com/spiraken Amazon Store: amazon.com/shops/spiraken

In this episode, Xan dives into Gachiakuta by Kei Urana —a brutal, high-octane shonen manga about a "Cleaner" navigating a dystopian wasteland. How does it stack up against classics like Battle Angel Alita and Dorohedoro? Is it the next big action series? Let's break it down!

 Xan tackles Hikari-Man —Hideo Yamamoto's (Homunculus) twisted tale of electromagnetically sensitive outcasts seeking vengeance. Is this brutal seinen sci-fi a cathartic triumph or a descent into madness? Some Minor spoilers, and some raw analysis of Yamamoto's signature darkness, plus updates on new manga releases you need to know. ----more---- Support the channel:

Xan dives into Last Quarter, a haunting romance from Ai Yazawa (creator of Nana) —blending supernatural mystery with her signature emotional depth. Does this hidden gem live up to her legendary status? No spoilers, just pure admiration for Yazawa's art and storytelling magic. Plus, updates on the latest manga releases you won't want to miss! Support the channel:

In this episode, Xan dives into Takahashi from the Bike Shop by Arare Matsumushi   - a critically acclaimed josei romance about an office worker falling for a blunt bicycle shop owner. Despite its unconventional art style, this Yen Press title has captured readers' hearts. But does the storytelling overcome its visual quirks? Join us as we explore what makes this slice-of-life manga work (or not)! ----more---- Support the show: Help us keep creating content at tinyurl.com/spiraken - special thanks to our anonymous donors! Engage with us: Subscribe to our YouTube: youtube.com/@spiraken Follow @spiraken on Twitter/X, Bluesky, and Instagram Join our Discord Support on Patreon Rate us on Apple Podcasts Random Question of the Day: What life experience of a josei mangaka would you most want to read about? Comment below! #Spiraken #MangaReview #JoseiManga #TakahashiFromTheBikeShop #ArareMatsumushi #YenPress #RomanceManga #SliceOfLife #WheelOfManga #MangaRecommendations #MangaPodcast Music Credits:

 In this episode, Xan cracks open Ice Head Gill by Ikuo Hachiya a new Shonen Jump series about an axe-wielding boy battling liches in a frostbitten world. Does this Norse mythology-infused action manga deserve its spot in Jump's lineup? Tune in as we break down its standout moments, generic tropes, and icy lore! Support the show: Help us keep the lights on at tinyurl.com/spiraken (thank you to our anonymous donors!). Want more Spiraken?

In this episode, Xan explores Super Cub by Tone Koken (illustrated by Kanitan) - a heartwarming slice-of-life manga about a lonely girl discovering freedom through her Honda Super Cub. ----more---- Is this motorcycle-focused story worth your time? Join us as we dive into the manga adaptation of this popular web novel, geek out about what makes the Super Cub so special, and discuss the latest releases in the series. Before we wrap up, we'd love your support to help keep this show running! Check out our GoFundMe at tinyurl.com/spiraken - we've got some great donor rewards, and every contribution makes a difference. Special thanks to our anonymous supporters - you rock! If you're enjoying the podcast, please: Hit like, share, and subscribe wherever you're listening Follow us @spiraken on Youtube, Twitter, Instagram, and Bluesky Support us on Patreon at patreon.com/spiraken Join our growing community on Discord at tinyurl.com/spiradiscord Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts at tinyurl.com/helpxan Thanks for tuning in, and we'll catch you next time for more manga adventures! #spiraken #mangareview #wheelofmanga #seinenmanga #relaxingmanga #supercub #tonekoken #hondasupercub #motorcyclemanga #sliceoflifemanga #spirakenreviewpodcast Music Credits: Closing Theme: Trendsetter by Mood Maze (via Uppbeat) Free music for creators: https://uppbeat.io License code: YEPNB5COHX56JVES Connect With Us: Bluesky: @spiraken.bsky.social Instagram: /spiraken Email: Spiraken@gmail.com | Xan: xan@spiraken.com Patreon: patreon.com/spiraken Discord: tinyurl.com/spiradiscord Twitter: X.com/spiraken YouTube: /@spiraken Twitch: /spiraken Amazon Store: amazon.com/shops/spiraken Random Question of the Day: What's that one hobby that's totally your thing? Let us know in the comments or on social media!"

In this episode, Xan dives into Hikaru in the Light by Mai Matsuda, an inspirational music manga now being released in full color by Scholastic. Does the colorization enhance the story, or does it change the tone of this limited series? Join him as he explores its origins on the Azuki Manga app, shares his thoughts on the adaptation, and breaks down why this series is worth your attention. Before we wrap up, a quick reminder: if you've been enjoying the podcast and want to help keep the lights on, please consider supporting our GoFundMe at tinyurl.com/spiraken. We've got some fantastic tier rewards to thank you for your generosity, and every bit of support goes a long way. A huge shoutout to our anonymous donors—you're the real MVPs!   Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe to the podcast wherever you're listening. Follow us on social media @spiraken on Youtube, Instagram, and Bluesky, and join our Discord community at tinyurl.com/spiradiscord. If you're feeling extra generous, leave us a glowing review on Apple Podcasts at tinyurl.com/helpxan—it helps more than you know! Thanks for tuning in, and we hope you enjoyed this episode. Until next time, keep turning those pages! ----more---- #spiraken #mangareview #wheelofmanga #seinenmanga #dramamanga #musicmanga #newmangaexplained #bestmanga #mangarecommendation #hikaruinthelight #maimatsuda #azukimanga #scholastic #graphix #podcasthq #spirakenreviewpodcast Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme: Trendsetter by Mood Maze (via Uppbeat) Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetter License code: YEPNB5COHX56JVES WHERE TO FIND US: Bluesky: @spiraken.bsky.social Instagram: /spiraken Email: Spiraken@gmail.com | Xan's Email: xan@spiraken.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/spiraken Discord: https://tinyurl.com/spiradiscord X (Twitter): https://X.com/spiraken YouTube: /@spiraken Twitch: /spiraken Amazon Store: http://www.amazon.com/shops/spiraken Random Question of the Day: What's your favorite J-Idol group? Let us know in the comments or on social media!"

In This Episode, Xan has the privilege to review a cornerstone manga series that has influenced so many. Is it worth the hype? Let's find out as he reviews Ashita no Joe/Tomorrow's Joe/Ashita no Joe: Fighting For Tomorrow by Asao Takamori and illustrated by Tetsuya Chiba. ----more---- As our intrepid host goes over this inspirational story of a young man reaching for a better future, he also goes over the latest manga news and reveals some upcoming events for the podcast. Remember to support our gofundme to help repair our editing computer at www.tinyurl.com/spiraken and thanks to our anonymous donors. Producer Alexander H. Regardless, Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter @spiraken.bsky.social, and @spiraken on Instagram, subscribe to this podcast and our YouTube channel, Support our patreon and if you would kindly, please go to www.tinyurl.com/helpxan and give us a great rating on Apple Podcasts. Also join our discord and Thank you, hope you enjoy this episode. #spiraken #mangareview #wheelofmanga #shonenmanga #actionmanga #sportsmanga #newmangaexplained #bestmanga #mangarecommendation #ashitanojoemanga #tomorrowsjoe #asaotakamori #mangarecommendation #kodanshacomics #kodansha #podcasthq #manga #spirakenreviewpodcast Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme-Trendsetter by Mood Maze (Uppbeat) Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetter License code: YEPNB5COHX56JVES WHERE TO FIND US Our Bluesky @spiraken.bsky.social Our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spiraken/ Our Email Spiraken@gmail.com Xan's Email xan@spiraken.com Our Patron https://www.patreon.podbean.com/spiraken or https://www.patreon.com/spiraken Our Discord https://tinyurl.com/spiradiscord Our X https://X.com/spiraken Our Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@spiraken Our Twitch https://www.twitch.tv/spiraken Our Amazon Store http://www.amazon.com/shops/spiraken Random Question of the Day: Have You Heard of This Manga Before?

In This Episode, Xan has the privilege to review a signature samurai manga that discusses one of the most popular Japanese Swordsman of all time. Is it worth the hype? Well, sit back and find out as he reviews Vagabond by Takehiko Inoue. ----more---- As he discusses this novel inspired manga, xan also discusses the latest manga releases as well as the special new collector's edition of Vagabond that was just released. Remember to support our gofundme to help repair our editing computer at www.tinyurl.com/spiraken and thanks to our anonymous donors. Producer Alexander H. Regardless, Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter @spiraken.bsky.social, and @spiraken on Instagram, subscribe to this podcast and our YouTube channel, Support our patreon and if you would kindly, please go to www.tinyurl.com/helpxan and give us a great rating on Apple Podcasts. Also join our discord and Thank you, hope you enjoy this episode. #spiraken #mangareview #wheelofmanga #seinenmanga #actionmanga #historicalmanga #newmangaexplained #bestmanga #mangarecommendation #winderbreakermanga #takehikoinoue #vagabond #musashimiyamoto #vizmedia #mangarecommendation #vizmanga #podcasthq #manga #spirakenreviewpodcast Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme-Trendsetter by Mood Maze (Uppbeat) Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetter License code: YEPNB5COHX56JVES WHERE TO FIND US Our Bluesky @spiraken.bsky.social Our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spiraken/ Our Email Spiraken@gmail.com Xan's Email xan@spiraken.com Our Patron https://www.patreon.podbean.com/spiraken or https://www.patreon.com/spiraken Our Discord https://tinyurl.com/spiradiscord Our X https://X.com/spiraken Our Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@spiraken Our Twitch https://www.twitch.tv/spiraken Our Amazon Store http://www.amazon.com/shops/spiraken Random Question of the Day: Will this manga ever return from hiatus?

 In This Episode, Xan reviews a shonen action series about protecting a neighborhood and kicking ass. Is it worth reading? Well, sit back and find out as he reviews Wind Breaker by Satoru Nii. ----more----As our host discusses the familiar yet revised plot of this story, he also goes over the latest manga releases. Remember to support our gofundme to help repair our editing computer at www.tinyurl.com/spiraken and thanks to our anonymous donors. Producer Alexander H. Regardless, Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter @spiraken.bsky.social, and @spiraken on Instagram, subscribe to this podcast and our YouTube channel, Support our patreon and if you would kindly, please go to www.tinyurl.com/helpxan and give us a great rating on Apple Podcasts. Also join our discord and Thank you, hope you enjoy this episode. #spiraken #mangareview #wheelofmanga #shonenmanga #actionmanga #highschoolmanga #newmangaexplained #bestmanga #mangarecommendation #winderbreakermanga #satorunii #windbreakeranime #mangarecommendation #kodanshacomics #kodansha #podcasthq #manga #spirakenreviewpodcast Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme-Trendsetter by Mood Maze (Uppbeat) Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetter License code: YEPNB5COHX56JVES WHERE TO FIND US Our Bluesky @spiraken.bsky.social Our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spiraken/ Our Email Spiraken@gmail.com Xan's Email xan@spiraken.com Our Patron https://www.patreon.podbean.com/spiraken or https://www.patreon.com/spiraken Our Discord https://tinyurl.com/spiradiscord Our X https://X.com/spiraken Our Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@spiraken Our Twitch https://www.twitch.tv/spiraken Our Amazon Store http://www.amazon.com/shops/spiraken Random Question of the Day: Why is this manga so successful?

 In This Episode, Xan reviews a seinen manga about arranged marriages, psychotic fiancès and weird overtures of love. Is it romantic? Well sit back and find out as he reviews Yakuza Fiancè: Raise wa Tanin ga Ii by Asuka Konishi. ----more---- As our intrepid host goes over this compelling story, he also talks a bit about our gofundme http://www.tinyurl.com/spiraken and recent manga. Thank you to our producer donator, Alexander H and thanks to an anonymous donor.(you know who you are) Thank you so much Regardless, Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter @spiraken.bsky.social, and @spiraken on Instagram, subscribe to this podcast and our YouTube channel, Support our patreon and if you would kindly, please go to www.tinyurl.com/helpxan and give us a great rating on Apple Podcasts. Also join our discord and Thank you, hope you enjoy this episode. Producer: Alexander H. #spiraken #mangareview #wheelofmanga #seinenmanga #romancemanga #yakuzamanga #newmangaexplained #bestmanga #mangarecommendation #yakuzafiance #asukakonishi #mangarecommendation #sevenseas #podcasthq #manga #spirakenreviewpodcast Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme-Trendsetter by Mood Maze (Uppbeat) Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trends... License code: YEPNB5COHX56JVES WHERE TO FIND US Our Bluesky @spiraken.bsky.social Our Instagram / spiraken Our Email Spiraken@gmail.com Xan's Email xan@spiraken.com Our Patron https://www.patreon.podbean.com/spiraken or / spiraken Our Discord https://tinyurl.com/spiradiscord Our X https://X.com/spiraken Our Youtube Channel / @spiraken Our Twitch / spiraken Our Amazon Store http://www.amazon.com/shops/spiraken Random Question of the Day: Are you the crazy one in the relationship?

 In This Episode, Xan reviews a slice of life manga that is about love, coincidences and fish? Is it a good manga? Well, sit back and find out as he reviews Friday At The Atelier by Sakura Hamada. ----more----   As our intrepid host goes over the confusing nature of this manga, he also talks about our new gofundme, which you can find at https://gofund.me/7f1eb404 . Also thank you to our First Donator, Alexander H. Thank you so much Regardless, Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter @spiraken.bsky.social, and @spiraken on Instagram, subscribe to this podcast and our YouTube channel, Support our patreon and if you would kindly, please go to www.tinyurl.com/helpxan and give us a great rating on Apple Podcasts.Also join our discord and Thank you, hope you enjoy this episode. Producer: Alexander H. #spiraken #mangareview #wheelofmanga #seinenmanga #romancemanga #sliceoflifemanga #newmangaexplained #bestmanga #mangarecommendation #fridayattheatelier #sakurahamada #mangarecommendation #yenpress #podcasthq #manga #spirakenreviewpodcast Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme-Trendsetter by Mood Maze (Uppbeat) Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetter License code: YEPNB5COHX56JVES WHERE TO FIND US Our Bluesky @spiraken.bsky.social Our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spiraken/ Our Email Spiraken@gmail.com Xan's Email xan@spiraken.com Our Patron https://www.patreon.podbean.com/spiraken or https://www.patreon.com/spiraken Our Discord https://tinyurl.com/spiradiscord Our X https://X.com/spiraken Our Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@spiraken Our Twitch https://www.twitch.tv/spiraken Our Amazon Store http://www.amazon.com/shops/spiraken Random Question of the Day: What stimulates your creativity?

Happy 2025, we have returned!!! And to celebrate that, Xan discusses a historical fiction manga about the Miburo/ The Shinsengumi. Is it worth checking out? Well, sit back and find out as he reviews The Blue Wolves of Mibu written by Tsuyoshi Yasuda. ----more---- As our intrepid host goes over a little of the history behind this manga, he also discusses some good manga adaptations for the miburu's story as well as discusses why we have been away for the last 3 months. Regardless, Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter @spiraken.bsky.social, and @spiraken on Instagram, subscribe to this podcast and our YouTube channel, Support our patreon and if you would kindly, please go to www.tinyurl.com/helpxan and give us a great rating on Apple Podcasts.Also join our discord and Thank you, hope you enjoy this episode.   #spiraken #mangareview #wheelofmanga #shonenmanga #actionmanga #samuraimanga #newmangaexplained #bestmanga #mangarecommendation #bluemiburu #thebluewolvesofmibu #tsuyoshiyasuda #mangarecommendation #kodanshacomics #kodansha #podcasthq #manga #spirakenreviewpodcast Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme-Trendsetter by Mood Maze (Uppbeat) Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetter License code: YEPNB5COHX56JVES WHERE TO FIND US Our Bluesky @spiraken.bsky.social Our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spiraken/ Our Email Spiraken@gmail.com Xan's Email xan@spiraken.com Our Patron https://www.patreon.podbean.com/spiraken or https://www.patreon.com/spiraken Our Discord https://tinyurl.com/spiradiscord Our X https://X.com/spiraken Our Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@spiraken Our Twitch https://www.twitch.tv/spiraken Our Amazon Store http://www.amazon.com/shops/spiraken Random Question of the Day: What is your favorite story about the Shinsengumi?

In This Episode, Xan reviews a manga about two teens in rival schools who fall in love. Is it generic or does it do something new? Let's find out as he reviews the Rom Com Drama Manga series The Fragrant Flower Blooms With Dignity by Saka Mikami. ----more---- As our intrepid host discusses this manga, he also goes over the latest manga releases. Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter @spiraken.bsky.social, and @spiraken on Instagram, subscribe to this podcast and our YouTube channel, Support our patreon and if you would kindly, please go to www.tinyurl.com/helpxan and give us a great rating on Apple Podcasts.Also join our discord and Thank you, hope you enjoy this episode. #spiraken #mangareview #wheelofmanga #shonenmanga #romcommanga #romancemanga #newmangaexplained #bestmanga #mangarecommendation #fragrantflowerbloomswithdignity #Sakamikami #mangarecommendation #kodanshacomics #kodansha #podcasthq #manga #spirakenreviewpodcast Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme-Trendsetter by Mood Maze (Uppbeat) Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetter License code: YEPNB5COHX56JVES WHERE TO FIND US Our Bluesky @spiraken.bsky.social Our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spiraken/ Our Email Spiraken@gmail.com Xan's Email xan@spiraken.com Our Patron https://www.patreon.podbean.com/spiraken or https://www.patreon.com/spiraken Our Discord https://tinyurl.com/spiradiscord Our X https://X.com/spiraken Our Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@spiraken Our Twitch https://www.twitch.tv/spiraken Our Amazon Store http://www.amazon.com/shops/spiraken Random Question of the Day: What did you expect from this manga?

In this episode, Xan reviews an action fantasy manga that has some very familiar tropes. Does it do anything new? Let's find out as he reviews the action fantasy manga series Wistoria Wand and Sword by Fujino Omori with art by Toshi Aoi. ----more---- As our intrepid host goes over this manga, he describes the series that may have inspired it, goes over its differences from Danmachi and talks about the latest manga releases. Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter @spiraken.bsky.social, and @spiraken on Instagram, subscribe to this podcast and our YouTube channel, Support our Patreon and if you would kindly, please go to www.tinyurl.com/helpxan and give us a great rating on Apple Podcasts. Also join our discord and Thank you, hope you enjoy this episode. #spiraken #mangareview #wheelofmanga #shonenmanga #actionmanga #fantasymanga #newmangaexplained #bestmanga #mangarecommendation #wistoriawandandsword #wistoria #danmachi #fujinoomori #mangarecommendation #kodansha #podcasthq #manga #spirakenreviewpodcast Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme-Trendsetter by Mood Maze (Uppbeat) Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetter License code: YEPNB5COHX56JVES WHERE TO FIND US Our Bluesky @spiraken.bsky.social Our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spiraken/ Our Email Spiraken@gmail.com Xan's Email xan@spiraken.com Our Patron https://www.patreon.podbean.com/spiraken or https://www.patreon.com/spiraken Our Discord https://tinyurl.com/spiradiscord Our X https://X.com/spiraken Our Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@spiraken Our Twitch https://www.twitch.tv/spiraken Our Amazon Store http://www.amazon.com/shops/spiraken Random Question of the Day: Is this manga better than Danmachi?

In this episode, Xan reviews the critically acclaimed slice of life cooking series by Fumi Yoshinaga. Does it live up to the hype? Well, sit back and find out as he reviews What Did You Eat Yesterday by Fumi Yoshinaga. ----more---- As he goes over this oddly sweet story, he also goes over the latest manga releases. Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter @spiraken.bsky.social, and @spiraken on Instagram, subscribe to this podcast and our YouTube channel, Support our Patreon and if you would kindly, please go to www.tinyurl.com/helpxan and give us a great rating on Apple Podcasts. Also join our discord and Thank you, hope you enjoy this episode. #spiraken #mangareview #wheelofmanga #seinenmanga #cookingmanga #sliceoflifemanga #newmangaexplained #bestmanga #mangarecommendation #whatdidyoueatyesterday #LGBTmanga #fumiyoshinaga  #mangarecommendation #vizmedia #podcasthq #manga #spirakenreviewpodcast Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme-Trendsetter by Mood Maze (Uppbeat) Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetter License code: YEPNB5COHX56JVES WHERE TO FIND US Our Bluesky @spiraken.bsky.social Our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spiraken/ Our Email Spiraken@gmail.com Xan's Email xan@spiraken.com Our Patron https://www.patreon.podbean.com/spiraken or https://www.patreon.com/spiraken Our Discord https://tinyurl.com/spiradiscord Our X https://X.com/spiraken Our Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@spiraken Our Twitch https://www.twitch.tv/spiraken Our Amazon Store http://www.amazon.com/shops/spiraken Random Question of the Day: Do You Like This Type of Slice of Life Story?

In this episode, Xan discusses a slice of life manga about a yakuza lieutenant discovering the wonder of K-pop. How geeky is it? Well, let's find out as he reviews the comedy, slice of life manga series The Yakuza's Bias by Teki Yatsuda. ----more---- As our intrepid host talks about how fandoms affect a person, he also goes over the latest manga news and talks about a change in the podcast. Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter @spiraken.bsky.social, and @spiraken on Instagram, subscribe to this podcast and our YouTube channel, Support our Patreon and if you would kindly, please go to www.tinyurl.com/helpxan and give us a great rating on Apple Podcasts. Also join our discord and Thank you, hope you enjoy this episode. #spiraken #mangareview #wheelofmanga #seinenmanga #comedymanga #sliceoflifemanga #newmangaexplained #bestmanga #mangarecommendation #yakuzasbias #tekiyatsuda #yakuzanoishigoto #mangarecommendation #vizmedia #podcasthq #manga #spirakenreviewpodcast Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme-Trendsetter by Mood Maze (Uppbeat) Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetter License code: YEPNB5COHX56JVES WHERE TO FIND US Our Bluesky @spiraken.bsky.social Our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spiraken/ Our Email Spiraken@gmail.com Xan's Email xan@spiraken.com Our Patron https://www.patreon.podbean.com/spiraken or https://www.patreon.com/spiraken Our Discord https://tinyurl.com/spiradiscord Our X https://X.com/spiraken Our Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@spiraken Our Twitch https://www.twitch.tv/spiraken Our Amazon Store http://www.amazon.com/shops/spiraken Random Question of the Day: What Music Group/artist are you a stan for?

In this episode, Xan reviews a supernatural troubleshooter manga that hits a lot of tropes but doesn't do anything new with them. Will he enjoy this manga? well, sit back and find out as he reviews the action shonen jump series Gokurakugai by Yuto Sano. ----more---- As our intrepid host dissects this manga, he goes over the other series that this reminds him of, talks about his panel plans for the future and goes over some new manga releases.  Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter @spiraken.bsky.social, and @spiraken on Instagram, subscribe to this podcast and our YouTube channel, Support our Patreon and if you would kindly, please go to www.tinyurl.com/helpxan and give us a great rating on Apple Podcasts. Also join our discord and Thank you, hope you enjoy this episode. #spiraken #mangareview #wheelofmanga #shonenmanga #actionmanga #supernaturalmanga #newmangaexplained #bestmanga #mangarecommendation #gokurakugai #yutosano #shonenjump #mangarecommendation #vizmedia #podcasthq #manga #spirakenreviewpodcast Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme-Trendsetter by Mood Maze (Uppbeat) Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetter License code: YEPNB5COHX56JVES WHERE TO FIND US Our Bluesky @spiraken.bsky.social Our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spiraken/ Our Email Spiraken@gmail.com Xan's Email xan@spiraken.com Our Patron https://www.patreon.podbean.com/spiraken or https://www.patreon.com/spiraken Our Discord https://tinyurl.com/spiradiscord Our X https://X.com/spiraken Our Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@spiraken Our Twitch https://www.twitch.tv/spiraken Our Amazon Store http://www.amazon.com/shops/spiraken Random Question of the Day: Is this manga series a contender for the next Big Three?

In This Episode, Xan reviews the prequel manga to Ai Yazawa's seminal work Paradise Kiss. Is it just as good? Well Sit back and find out as he reviews the drama, romance, shojo manga series Neighborhood Story by Ai Yazawa. ----more---- As our intrepid host nerds out on this manga, he also goes over the design of the physical tankoban and also goes over the light releases this week. Hope You Enjoy. Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter @spiraken.bsky.social, and @spiraken on Instagram, subscribe to this podcast and our YouTube channel, Support our Patreon and if you would kindly, please go to www.tinyurl.com/helpxan and give us a great rating on Apple Podcasts. Also join our discord and Thank you, hope you enjoy this episode. #spiraken #mangareview #wheelofmanga #shoujomanga #sliceoflifemanga #romancemanga #newmangaexplained #bestmanga #mangarecommendation #neighborhoodstory #aiyazawa #paradisekiss #mangarecommendation #vizmedia #podcasthq #manga #spirakenreviewpodcast Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme-Trendsetter by Mood Maze (Uppbeat) Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetter License code: YEPNB5COHX56JVES WHERE TO FIND US Our Bluesky @spiraken.bsky.social Our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spiraken/ Our Email Spiraken@gmail.com Xan's Email xan@spiraken.com Our Patron https://www.patreon.podbean.com/spiraken or https://www.patreon.com/spiraken Our Discord https://tinyurl.com/spiradiscord Our X https://X.com/spiraken Our Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@spiraken Our Twitch https://www.twitch.tv/spiraken Our Amazon Store http://www.amazon.com/shops/spiraken Random Question of the Day: Would you purchase from the Happy Berry Label?

In this episode, Xan reviews a sports manga about succeeding by hard work and the belief that you can prove everyone wrong. So sit back and enjoy as he reviews the seinen figure skating manga series Medalist by Tsurumaikada. ----more---- As our intrepid host goes over the addictive qualities of this sports manga, he also goes over some of the great artwork and his thoughts of the latest manga releases. Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter @spiraken.bsky.social, and @spiraken on Instagram, subscribe to this podcast and our YouTube channel, Support our Patreon and if you would kindly, please go to www.tinyurl.com/helpxan and give us a great rating on Apple Podcasts. Also join our discord and Thank you, hope you enjoy this episode. #spiraken #mangareview #wheelofmanga #seinenmanga #sportsmanga #dramamanga #newmangaexplained #bestmanga #mangarecommendation #medalist #tsurumaikada #figureskating #mangarecommendation #kodansha #podcasthq #manga #spirakenreviewpodcast Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme-Trendsetter by Mood Maze (Uppbeat) Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetter License code: YEPNB5COHX56JVES WHERE TO FIND US Our Bluesky @spiraken.bsky.social Our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spiraken/ Our Email Spiraken@gmail.com Xan's Email xan@spiraken.com Our Patron https://www.patreon.podbean.com/spiraken or https://www.patreon.com/spiraken Our Discord https://tinyurl.com/spiradiscord Our X https://X.com/spiraken Our Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@spiraken Our Twitch https://www.twitch.tv/spiraken Our Amazon Store http://www.amazon.com/shops/spiraken Random Question of the Day: Will you watch the anime adaptation?

In This Episode, Xan reviews another isekai series, this time it's one where the main character uses low level spells. Is it worth reading? Well, sit back and find out as he reviews the isekai light novel manga adaptation Failure Frame I Became The Strongest and Annihilated Everything With Love Level Spells by Kaoru Shinozaki & Keyaki Uchi-Uchi. ----more---- Besides discussing this story, Xan has some upsetting announcement about Otakon 2024 and a happier announcement about some new fun podcasts coming out. Hope You Enjoy Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter @spiraken.bsky.social, and @spiraken on Instagram, subscribe to this podcast and our YouTube channel, Support our Patreon and if you would kindly, please go to www.tinyurl.com/helpxan and give us a great rating on Apple Podcasts. Also join our discord and Thank you, hope you enjoy this episode. #spiraken #mangareview #wheelofmanga #seinenmanga #isekaimanga #darkfantasymanga #newmangaexplained #bestmanga #mangarecommendation #failureframe #failureframeIbecamethestrongestandannihilatedeverythingwithlowlevelspells #kaorushinozaki #shouyoshi #mangarecommendation #vizmedia #podcasthq #manga #spirakenreviewpodcast Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme-Trendsetter by Mood Maze (Uppbeat) Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetter License code: YEPNB5COHX56JVES WHERE TO FIND US Our Bluesky @spiraken.bsky.social Our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spiraken/ Our Email Spiraken@gmail.com Xan's Email xan@spiraken.com Our Patron https://www.patreon.podbean.com/spiraken or https://www.patreon.com/spiraken Our Discord https://tinyurl.com/spiradiscord Our X https://X.com/spiraken Our Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@spiraken Our Twitch https://www.twitch.tv/spiraken Our Amazon Store http://www.amazon.com/shops/spiraken Random Question of the Day: What's Your Favorite Revenge Isekai?

In this episode, Xan reviews a sci fi shonen manga about an alien from Planet Happy, who discovers the truth about consequences and the human condition. Prepare to be introspective as he reviews the manga one shot series Takopi's Original Sin by Taizan5. ----more---- As our intrepid host summaries this dramatic story, he also announces what panels he will be doing at Otakon and the latest Manga News.  If you are having feelings of suicidal thoughts, please talk to someone or call 988. If you suspect a medical or psychiatric emergency, such as threats of suicide, seek medical attention or call 911 immediately Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter @spiraken.bsky.social, and @spiraken on Instagram, subscribe to this podcast and our YouTube channel, Support our Patreon and if you would kindly, please go to www.tinyurl.com/helpxan and give us a great rating on Apple Podcasts. Also join our discord and Thank you, hope you enjoy this episode. #spiraken #mangareview #wheelofmanga #shonenmanga #shonenjumpx #tragedymanga #scifimanga  #newmangaexplained #bestmanga #mangarecommendation #takopisoriginalsin #taikin5 #mangarecommendation #vizmedia #podcasthq #manga #spirakenreviewpodcast Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme-Trendsetter by Mood Maze (Uppbeat) Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetter License code: YEPNB5COHX56JVES WHERE TO FIND US Our Bluesky @spiraken.bsky.social Our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spiraken/ Our Email Spiraken@gmail.com Xan's Email xan@spiraken.com Our Patron https://www.patreon.podbean.com/spiraken or https://www.patreon.com/spiraken Our Discord https://tinyurl.com/spiradiscord Our X https://X.com/spiraken Our Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@spiraken Our Twitch https://www.twitch.tv/spiraken Our Amazon Store http://www.amazon.com/shops/spiraken Random Question of the Day: Should Takopi Have Messed With Time?

In this ep, Xan reviews a shoujo manga about first love, tradition and trying to not be intimate. So sit back and enjoy as he reviews Let's Do It Already by Aki Kusaka. ----more---- As our esteemed host discusses the unique element of traditions in this manga, he also goes over the latest manga news.  -------------------------------------- Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter @spiraken.bsky.social, and @spiraken on Instagram, subscribe to this podcast and our YouTube channel, Support our Patreon and if you would kindly, please go to www.tinyurl.com/helpxan and give us a great rating on Apple Podcasts. Also join our discord and Thank you, hope you enjoy this episode. #spiraken #mangareview #wheelofmanga #shojomanga #romcommanga #romancemanga  #newmangaexplained #bestmanga #mangarecommendation #letsdoitalready #akikusaka #mangarecommendation #vizmedia #podcasthq #manga #spirakenreviewpodcast Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme-Trendsetter by Mood Maze (Uppbeat) Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetter License code: YEPNB5COHX56JVES WHERE TO FIND US Our Bluesky @spiraken.bsky.social Our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spiraken/ Our Email Spiraken@gmail.com Xan's Email xan@spiraken.com Our Patron https://www.patreon.podbean.com/spiraken or https://www.patreon.com/spiraken Our Discord https://tinyurl.com/spiradiscord Our X https://X.com/spiraken Our Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@spiraken Our Twitch https://www.twitch.tv/spiraken Our Amazon Store http://www.amazon.com/shops/spiraken Random Question of the Day: What traditions do you have?

In This episode, Xan reviews a post apocalyptic horror manga about turning, not into zombies, but rather into cats!!! How insane is this? well, sit back and find out as he reviews the manga Night of the Living Cat  by Hawkman with art by Mecha-Roots. ----more---- Besides discussing this manga, our intrepid host also goes over the latest manga releases. Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter @spiraken.bsky.social, and @spiraken on Instagram, subscribe to this podcast and our YouTube channel, Support our Patreon and if you would kindly, please go to www.tinyurl.com/helpxan and give us a great rating on Apple Podcasts. Also join our discord and Thank you, hope you enjoy this episode. #spiraken #mangareview #wheelofmanga #shonenmanga #horrormanga #postapocalypsemanga #catmanga #newmangaexplained #bestmanga #mangarecommendation #nightofthelivingcat #nightofthelivingcat #mangarecommendation #sevenseasentertainment #hawkman #mecharoots #podcasthq #manga #spirakenreviewpodcast Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme-Trendsetter by Mood Maze (Uppbeat) Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetter License code: YEPNB5COHX56JVES WHERE TO FIND US Our Bluesky @spiraken.bsky.social Our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spiraken/ Our Email Spiraken@gmail.com Xan's Email xan@spiraken.com Our Patron https://www.patreon.podbean.com/spiraken or https://www.patreon.com/spiraken Our Discord https://tinyurl.com/spiradiscord Our X https://X.com/spiraken Our Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@spiraken Our Twitch https://www.twitch.tv/spiraken Our Amazon Store http://www.amazon.com/shops/spiraken Random Question of the Day: Would You Embrace the NN Virus ?

In This Episode, Xan reviews a manga about a hero who cannot defeat the Demon King, because of a cat. How is it? Well, relax and find out as he reviews the comedy action manga Cat on the Hero's Lap by Kousuke Iijima and illustrated by Shiori. ----more---- As our intrepid host discusses the danger of cats sleeping on your lap, he also goes over the new home of the Spiraken Review Podcast and the latest manga releases. Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter @spiraken.bsky.social, and @spiraken on Instagram, subscribe to this podcast and our YouTube channel, Support our Patreon and if you would kindly, please go to www.tinyurl.com/helpxan and give us a great rating on Apple Podcasts. Also join our discord and Thank you, hope you enjoy this episode. #spiraken #mangareview #wheelofmanga #shonenmanga #actionmanga #comedymanga #catmanga #kousukeiijima #catontheheroslap #mangarecommendation #Sevenseasentertainment #podcasthq #manga #spirakenreviewpodcast Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme-Trendsetter by Mood Maze (Uppbeat) Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetter License code: YEPNB5COHX56JVES WHERE TO FIND US Our Bluesky @spiraken.bsky.social Our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spiraken/ Our Email Spiraken@gmail.com Xan's Email xan@spiraken.com Our Patron https://www.patreon.podbean.com/spiraken or https://www.patreon.com/spiraken Our Discord https://tinyurl.com/spiradiscord Our Twitter https://twitter.com/spiraken Our Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@spiraken Our Twitch https://www.twitch.tv/spiraken Our Amazon Store http://www.amazon.com/shops/spiraken Random Question of the Day: Have you ever been stuck because of a cat on your lap?

In this episode, Xan reviews a Josei manga about the what if's in your life and the regrets you have in your 30s. Is it worth checking out? Well sit back and find out as he reviews the rom com josei series Tokyo Tarareba Girls by Akiko Higashimura. ----more---- As he discusses this manga, he also goes over what was chosen from our x.com poll and what the latest manga releases are. Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter @spiraken.bsky.social, and @spiraken on Instagram, subscribe to this podcast and our YouTube channel, Support our Patreon and if you would kindly, please go to www.tinyurl.com/helpxan and give us a great rating on Apple Podcasts. Also join our discord and Thank you, hope you enjoy this episode. #spiraken #mangareview #wheelofmanga #joseimanga #romcommanga #manga #tokyotararebagirls #akikohigashimura #mangarecommendation #vizmedia #podcasthq #manga #spirakenreviewpodcast Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme-Trendsetter by Mood Maze (Uppbeat) Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetter License code: YEPNB5COHX56JVES WHERE TO FIND US Our Bluesky @spiraken.bsky.social Our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spiraken/ Our Email Spiraken@gmail.com Xan's Email xan@spiraken.com Our Patron https://www.patreon.podbean.com/spiraken or https://www.patreon.com/spiraken Our Discord https://tinyurl.com/spiradiscord Our X https://xr.com/spiraken Our Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@spiraken Our Twitch https://www.twitch.tv/spiraken Our Amazon Store http://www.amazon.com/shops/spiraken Random Question of the Day: Is 30 years old too old to hang out at a bar with your friends?

In this ep, Xan reviews an action manga created by the mangaka responsible for Tokyo Ghoul. How does it compare? Well, sit back and find out as he reviews Choujin X by Sui Ishida. ----more---- As he discusses the similarities between this and other superpowered manga, he also talks a little bit about Animazement 2024 and he geeks out over the latest manga releases. Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter @spiraken.bsky.social, and @spiraken on Instagram, subscribe to this podcast and our YouTube channel, Support our Patreon and if you would kindly, please go to www.tinyurl.com/helpxan and give us a great rating on Apple Podcasts. Also join our discord and Thank you, hope you enjoy this episode. #spiraken #mangareview #wheelofmanga #shonenmanga #actionmanga #choujinx #suiishida #mangarecommendations #vizmedia #podcasthq #manga #spirakenreviewpodcast Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme-Trendsetter by Mood Maze (Uppbeat) Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetter License code: YEPNB5COHX56JVES WHERE TO FIND US Our Bluesky @spiraken.bsky.social Our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spiraken/ Our Email Spiraken@gmail.com Xan's Email xan@spiraken.com Our Patron https://www.patreon.podbean.com/spiraken or https://www.patreon.com/spiraken Our Discord https://tinyurl.com/spiradiscord Our Twitter https://twitter.com/spiraken Our Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@spiraken Our Twitch https://www.twitch.tv/spiraken Our Amazon Store http://www.amazon.com/shops/spiraken Random Question of the Day: What would you look like as a Choujin?

In this episode, Xan reviews a shonen manga about assassins and con artists looking for love. Is it a good manga? Well, sit back and find out as he reviews the action, romance manga series Marriage Toxin by Joumuaku with art by Mizuki Yoda.  ----more---- As our intrepid host discusses this manga's better qualities, he also talks about his upcoming panels at Animazement 2024 and goes over the latest manga releases.  Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter @spiraken.bsky.social, and @spiraken on Instagram, subscribe to this podcast and our YouTube channel, Support our Patreon and if you would kindly, please go to www.tinyurl.com/helpxan and give us a great rating on Apple Podcasts. Also join our discord and Thank you, hope you enjoy this episode. #spiraken #mangareview #wheelofmanga #shonenmanga #actionmanga #marriagetoxin #joumyaku #mizukiyoda #vizmedia #podcasthq #manga #spirakenreviewpodcast Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme-Trendsetter by Mood Maze (Uppbeat) Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetter License code: YEPNB5COHX56JVES WHERE TO FIND US Our Bluesky @spiraken.bsky.social Our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spiraken/ Our Email Spiraken@gmail.com Xan's Email xan@spiraken.com Our Patron https://www.patreon.podbean.com/spiraken or https://www.patreon.com/spiraken Our Discord https://tinyurl.com/spiradiscord Our Twitter https://twitter.com/spiraken Our Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@spiraken Our Twitch https://www.twitch.tv/spiraken Our Amazon Store http://www.amazon.com/shops/spiraken Random Question of the Day: Would You Join One of the Assassin Families?

Happy 16 Year Anniversary To Spiraken!!!! In this special anniversary episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan reviews a science fiction, survival mech series. Is it worth the read? Well Sit back and find out as he reviews Snowball Earth by Yuhiro Tsujitsugu. ----more---- Besides discussing the manga, Xan also goes over some fun statistics about the podcast and reveals the panel schedule for Animazement, next week.  Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter @spiraken.bsky.social, and @spiraken on Instagram, subscribe to this podcast and our YouTube channel, Support our Patreon and if you would kindly, please go to www.tinyurl.com/helpxan and give us a great rating on Apple Podcasts. Also join our discord and Thank you, hope you enjoy this episode. #spiraken #mangareview #wheelofmanga #seinenmanga #survivalmanga #scifimanga #snowballearth #yuhirotsujitsugu #vizmedia #podcasthq #manga #spirakenreviewpodcast Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme-Trendsetter by Mood Maze (Uppbeat) Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetter License code: YEPNB5COHX56JVES WHERE TO FIND US Our Bluesky @spiraken.bsky.social Our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spiraken/ Our Email Spiraken@gmail.com Xan's Email xan@spiraken.com Our Patron https://www.patreon.podbean.com/spiraken or https://www.patreon.com/spiraken Our Discord https://tinyurl.com/spiradiscord Our Twitter https://twitter.com/spiraken Our Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@spiraken Our Twitch https://www.twitch.tv/spiraken Our Amazon Store http://www.amazon.com/shops/spiraken Random Question of the Day: Could You Survive In Another Ice Age?

In this episode, Xan gets to review a popular manga about playing a god-tier game after playing kusoge games. Is the hype worth it? Well,  sit back and find out as he reviews the action fantasy shonen title Shangri-La Frontier by Katarina. ----more---- Besides discussing this manga, Xan also talks a little about some upcoming events he will be participating in.  Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter @spiraken.bsky.social, and @spiraken on Instagram, subscribe to this podcast and our YouTube channel, Support our Patreon and if you would kindly, please go to www.tinyurl.com/helpxan and give us a great rating on Apple Podcasts. Also join our discord and Thank you, hope you enjoy this episode. #spiraken #mangareview #wheelofmanga #shounenmanga #videogamemanga #fantasymanga #action #shangralafrontier #katarina #kodansha #podcasthq #manga #spirakenreviewpodcast Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme-Trendsetter by Mood Maze (Uppbeat) Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetter License code: YEPNB5COHX56JVES WHERE TO FIND US Our Bluesky @spiraken.bsky.social Our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spiraken/ Our Email Spiraken@gmail.com Xan's Email xan@spiraken.com Our Patron https://www.patreon.podbean.com/spiraken or https://www.patreon.com/spiraken Our Discord https://tinyurl.com/spiradiscord Our Twitter https://twitter.com/spiraken Our Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@spiraken Our Twitch https://www.twitch.tv/spiraken Our Amazon Store http://www.amazon.com/shops/spiraken Random Question of the Day: What are your thoughts on Trash games?

In our Five hundredth and Fifty Fifth Episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan gets to review a space opera manga that is an homage and a love letter to Osamu Tezuka. How does It Homage Tezuka? Well, sit back and find out as he reviews the Sci fi, adventure, manga series Team Phoenix by Kenny Ruiz and based on the works of Osamu Tezuka. ----more---- Besides geeking out about this podcast, our host gets nostalgic about the past 550 podcasts and wonders where we will go from here.  Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter @spiraken.bsky.social, and @spiraken on Instagram, subscribe to this podcast and our YouTube channel, Support our Patreon and if you would kindly, please go to www.tinyurl.com/helpxan and give us a great rating on Apple Podcasts. Also join our discord and Thank you, hope you enjoy this episode. #spiraken #mangareview #wheelofmanga #shounenmanga #adventuremanga #fantasymanga #tezukamanga  #teamphoenix #osamutezuka #kennyruiz #udonentertainment #astroboy #podcasthq #manga #spirakenreviewpodcast Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme-Trendsetter by Mood Maze (Uppbeat) Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetter License code: YEPNB5COHX56JVES WHERE TO FIND US Our Bluesky @spiraken.bsky.social Our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spiraken/ Our Email Spiraken@gmail.com Xan's Email xan@spiraken.com Our Patron https://www.patreon.podbean.com/spiraken or https://www.patreon.com/spiraken Our Discord https://tinyurl.com/spiradiscord Our Twitter https://twitter.com/spiraken Our Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@spiraken Our Twitch https://www.twitch.tv/spiraken Our Amazon Store http://www.amazon.com/shops/spiraken Random Question of the Day: What Mangaka's Works Would You Like To See In A Crossover Manga Series?

In this episode, Xan reviews an anthology about miscommunication and love. So sit back and listen as he reviews the manga anthology, One More Step, Come Stand By My Side/ Ato Ippo, Soba ni Kite by Toryumon Takeda. ----more---- Besides discussing this manga, our host announces the next convention he will be speaking at. Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter @spiraken.bsky.social, and @spiraken on Instagram, subscribe to this podcast and our YouTube channel, Support our Patreon and if you would kindly, please go to www.tinyurl.com/helpxan and give us a great rating on Apple Podcasts. Also join our discord and Thank you, hope you enjoy this episode. #spiraken #mangareview #wheelofmanga #seinenmanga #dramamanga #anthologymanga  #OneMoreStepComeStandbyMySide #toryumontakeda #yenpress #podcasthq #manga #spirakenreviewpodcast Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme-Trendsetter by Mood Maze (Uppbeat) Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetter License code: YEPNB5COHX56JVES WHERE TO FIND US Our Bluesky @spiraken.bsky.social Our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spiraken/ Our Email Spiraken@gmail.com Xan's Email xan@spiraken.com Our Patron https://www.patreon.podbean.com/spiraken or https://www.patreon.com/spiraken Our Discord https://tinyurl.com/spiradiscord Our Twitter https://twitter.com/spiraken Our Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@spiraken Our Twitch https://www.twitch.tv/spiraken Our Amazon Store http://www.amazon.com/shops/spiraken Random Question of the Day: Which of these stories was your favorite.?

In this episode, Xan reviews a mystery manga that is set in Iceland. So, grab some mutton and enjoy as he reviews the seinen, drama manga Go With The Clouds, North By Northwest / Hokuhokusei ni Kumo to Yuke by Aki Irie. ----more---- As our intrepid host discusses the polarizing nature of this manga, he also goes over the latest manga news. Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter @spiraken.bsky.social, and @spiraken on Instagram, subscribe to this podcast and our YouTube channel, Support our Patreon and if you would kindly, please go to www.tinyurl.com/helpxan and give us a great rating on Apple Podcasts. Also join our discord and Thank you, hope you enjoy this episode. #spiraken #mangareview #wheelofmanga #seinenmanga #adventuremanga #mysterymanga  #gowiththecloudsnorthbynorthwest #akiirie #verticalcomics #podcasthq #manga #spirakenreviewpodcast Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme-Trendsetter by Mood Maze (Uppbeat) Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetter License code: YEPNB5COHX56JVES WHERE TO FIND US Our Bluesky @spiraken.bsky.social Our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spiraken/ Our Email Spiraken@gmail.com Xan's Email xan@spiraken.com Our Patron https://www.patreon.podbean.com/spiraken or https://www.patreon.com/spiraken Our Discord https://tinyurl.com/spiradiscord Our Twitter https://twitter.com/spiraken Our Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@spiraken Our Twitch https://www.twitch.tv/spiraken Our Amazon Store http://www.amazon.com/shops/spiraken Random Question of the Day: What Exotic Country Would You Like To Be The Setting For A Manga?

In this episode, Xan reviews a romantic fantasy josei title about royal doubles, political intrigue and a pair of unreal blue eyes. How is it this manga? Well, sit back and find out as he reviews Nina The Starry Bride/Hoshifuru Ōkoku no Nina by Rikichi. ----more---- As he gushes about this fairy tale style manga, he also goes over some updates with the podcast.  Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter @spiraken.bsky.social, and @spiraken on Instagram, subscribe to this podcast and our YouTube channel, Support our Patreon and if you would kindly, please go to www.tinyurl.com/helpxan and give us a great rating on Apple Podcasts. Also join our discord and Thank you, hope you enjoy this episode. #spiraken #mangareview #wheelofmanga #joseimanga #fantasymanga #romancemanga  #ninathestarrybride #Rikachi #Kodansha #podcasthq #manga #spirakenreviewpodcast Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme-Trendsetter by Mood Maze (Uppbeat) Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetter License code: YEPNB5COHX56JVES WHERE TO FIND US Our Bluesky @spiraken.bsky.social Our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spiraken/ Our Email Spiraken@gmail.com Xan's Email xan@spiraken.com Our Patron https://www.patreon.podbean.com/spiraken or https://www.patreon.com/spiraken Our Discord https://tinyurl.com/spiradiscord Our Twitter https://twitter.com/spiraken Our Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@spiraken Our Twitch https://www.twitch.tv/spiraken Our Amazon Store http://www.amazon.com/shops/spiraken Random Question of the Day: Where Do You Think This Will Go?

In this fun episode of the podcast, Xan reviews a fantasy manga about building houses for monsters. So, sit back and enjoy as he reviews the fantasy adventure manga series Soara And The House of Monsters/Soara to Mamono no Ie by Hidenori Yamaji. ----more---- As he geeks out over the various housing designs in this manga, he also goes over its captivating nature and talks about some of the upcoming manga this week. Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter @spiraken.bsky.social, and @spiraken on Instagram, subscribe to this podcast and our YouTube channel, Support our Patreon and if you would kindly, please go to www.tinyurl.com/helpxan and give us a great rating on Apple Podcasts. Also join our discord and Thank you, hope you enjoy this episode. #spiraken #mangareview #wheelofmanga #shonenmanga #adventuremanga #fantasymanga  #soaraandthehouseofmonsters #hidenoriyamaji #sevenseasentertainment #podcasthq #manga #spirakenreviewpodcast Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme-Trendsetter by Mood Maze (Uppbeat) Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetter License code: YEPNB5COHX56JVES WHERE TO FIND US Our Bluesky @spiraken.bsky.social Our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spiraken/ Our Email Spiraken@gmail.com Xan's Email xan@spiraken.com Our Patron https://www.patreon.podbean.com/spiraken or https://www.patreon.com/spiraken Our Discord https://tinyurl.com/spiradiscord Our Twitter https://twitter.com/spiraken Our Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@spiraken Our Twitch https://www.twitch.tv/spiraken Our Amazon Store http://www.amazon.com/shops/spiraken Random Question of the Day: How would you design your dream home?

In this kinda raunchy episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan discusses a manga about growing up and the obsession with sex that every teenager has. Is it appropriate? Well Sit back and find out as he reviews the seinen comedy series Ogami-San Can't Keep It in/Ōgami-san, Dadamore desu by Yo Yoshidamaru. ----more---- As our intrepid host discusses the weirdness that is Meiko Ogami, he also goes over some of the latest manga releases. Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter @spiraken.bsky.social, and @spiraken on Instagram, subscribe to this podcast and our YouTube channel, Support our Patreon and if you would kindly, please go to www.tinyurl.com/helpxan and give us a great rating on Apple Podcasts. Also join our discord and Thank you, hope you enjoy this episode. #spiraken #mangareview #wheelofmanga #seinenmanga #eroticcomedymanga #romcommanga  #ogamisancantkeepitin #yuyoshiomaru #kodansha #podcasthq #manga #spirakenreviewpodcast Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme-Trendsetter by Mood Maze (Uppbeat) Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetter License code: YEPNB5COHX56JVES WHERE TO FIND US Our Bluesky @spiraken.bsky.social Our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spiraken/ Our Email Spiraken@gmail.com Xan's Email xan@spiraken.com Our Patron https://www.patreon.podbean.com/spiraken or https://www.patreon.com/spiraken Our Discord https://tinyurl.com/spiradiscord Our Twitter https://twitter.com/spiraken Our Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@spiraken Our Twitch https://www.twitch.tv/spiraken Our Amazon Store http://www.amazon.com/shops/spiraken Random Question of the Day: Were/Are You Obsessed With Naughty Things As A Teenager?

In this episode, Xan reviews a different Shonen Jump series about Spies, Family & weird missions. So relax and enjoy as he reviews the shonen, action comedy manga, Mission: Yozakura Family/Yozakura-san Chi no Daisakusen by Hitsuji Gondaira. ----more---- Besides comparing this to Spy x Family, our intrepid host also talks about the unique family dynamic in it. Hope You Enjoy. Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter @spiraken.bsky.social, and @spiraken on Instagram, subscribe to this podcast and our YouTube channel, Support our Patreon and if you would kindly, please go to www.tinyurl.com/helpxan and give us a great rating on Apple Podcasts. Also join our discord and Thank you, hope you enjoy this episode. #spiraken #mangareview #wheelofmanga #shonenmanga #spymanga #actionmanga  #missionyozakurafamily #hitsuhigondaira #taiyoxmutsumi #vizmedia #podcasthq #manga #spirakenreviewpodcast Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme-Trendsetter by Mood Maze (Uppbeat) Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetter License code: YEPNB5COHX56JVES WHERE TO FIND US Our Bluesky @spiraken.bsky.social Our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spiraken/ Our Email Spiraken@gmail.com Xan's Email xan@spiraken.com Our Patron https://www.patreon.podbean.com/spiraken or https://www.patreon.com/spiraken Our Discord https://tinyurl.com/spiradiscord Our Twitter https://twitter.com/spiraken Our Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@spiraken Our Twitch https://www.twitch.tv/spiraken Our Amazon Store http://www.amazon.com/shops/spiraken Random Question of the Day: What Spy Power Would You Want To Have?

In this episode, Xan reviews another classic collection of Stories from The Lupin III Collection. Does it age well? Sit back and find out as he reviews the seminal classic series Lupin The III Thick as Thieves by Monkey Punch. ----more---- As he geeks out over Lupin the III, he also goes over some fun new manga titles.  Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter @spiraken.bsky.social, and @spiraken on Instagram, subscribe to this podcast and our YouTube channel, Support our Patreon and if you would kindly, please go to www.tinyurl.com/helpxan and give us a great rating on Apple Podcasts. Also join our discord and Thank you, hope you enjoy this episode. #spiraken #mangareview #wheelofmanga #seinenmanga #kaitomanga #actionmanga  #lupinthethird #lupiniiithickasthieves #Monkeypunch #sevenseasentertainment #podcasthq #manga #spirakenreviewpodcast Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme-Trendsetter by Mood Maze (Uppbeat) Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetter License code: YEPNB5COHX56JVES WHERE TO FIND US Our Bluesky @spiraken.bsky.social Our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spiraken/ Our Email Spiraken@gmail.com Xan's Email xan@spiraken.com Our Patron https://www.patreon.podbean.com/spiraken or https://www.patreon.com/spiraken Our Discord https://tinyurl.com/spiradiscord Our Twitter https://twitter.com/spiraken Our Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@spiraken Our Twitch https://www.twitch.tv/spiraken Our Amazon Store http://www.amazon.com/shops/spiraken Random Question of the Day: What Item Would You Want Lupin the Third To Steal?

The Spice Must Flow!!! In This episode, Xan & Gretta review the highly anticipated sequel to Denis Villenueve's 2021 epic adaptation of Frank Herbert's Novel. Does It do the novel justice? Well grab some water and find out as they review the sci fi epic Dune Part 2 directed by Denis Villenueve and Starring Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, Rebecca Ferguson, Josh Brolin, Dave Bautista, Stellan Skarsgård, Charlotte Rampling, Javier Bardem  Austin Butler, Florence Pugh, Christopher Walken, Léa Seydoux, and Souheila Yacoub. ----more---- As they go over the acting and the story in general, Xan laments some of the omissions from the novel as Gretta nerds out over the 4DX viewing of the Film.  Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter and @spiraken on Instagram, subscribe to this podcast and our YouTube channel, Support our Patreon and if you would kindly, please go to www.tinyurl.com/helpxan and give us a great rating on Apple Podcasts. Also join our discord and  Thank you and hope you enjoy this episode.   #spiraken #moviereview #dodecahydronofmovies #scififilm #dunepart22024 #timotheechalamet #houseatredies #arakais #frankherbert dune #baronharkonon #Warnerbrothersfilms #movie #spirakenreviewpodcast   Music Used in This Episode:  Closing Theme- MoodMaze by Soundroll (Uppbeat) Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/transcend License code: 2C0PVT1J7LXP1BIT WHERE TO FIND US Our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spiraken/ Our Email Spiraken@gmail.com Xan's Email xan@spiraken.com Our Patron https://www.patreon.podbean.com/spiraken or https://www.patreon.com/spiraken Our Discord https://tinyurl.com/spiradiscord Our Twitter https://twitter.com/spiraken Our Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/user/spiraken Our Twitch https://www.twitch.tv/spiraken  Our Amazon Store http://www.amazon.com/shops/spiraken Random Question of the Day: Are you excited to see Dune Messaiah? 

Tragic news. It has been announced that on March 1st 2024, Akira Toriyama has died. The Famed creator of Dr. Slump, Sand Land, & Dragonball died of an acute subdural hematoma at the age of 68 years old. Our prayers go out to him and his family. Rest in Peace Toriyama San.  Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter and @spiraken on Instagram, subscribe to this podcast and our YouTube channel, Support our Patreon and  join our discord and  Thank you and hope you enjoy this episode. #spiraken #mangareview #wheelofmanga #manganews #manganewspodcast #podcasthq #manga #spirakenreviewpodcast  Music Used in This Episode:   Theme- News Room News by Spence (Youtube Audio Library) Links for New Sources  https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2024-03-07/dragon-ball-creator-akira-toriyama-dies-at-68/.208430

In this episode, Xan reviews a fun blog manga about owning two rescue cats and the hilarious situations they get into. Is it too generic? Well, sit back and find out as he reviews the shoujo comedy cat manga My Cat is Such A Weirdo/Uchi no Neko ga Mata Hen na Koto Shiteru by Tamako Tamagoyama. ----more---- Besides talking about this manga, Our host makes up for a great oversight from last episode and actually gives a rating for the previous manga My Boss is a Giant! He manages my every Need with Enormous Skill as well as talks about new manga releases. Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter @spiraken.bsky.social, and @spiraken on Instagram, subscribe to this podcast and our YouTube channel, Support our Patreon and if you would kindly, please go to www.tinyurl.com/helpxan and give us a great rating on Apple Podcasts. Also join our discord and Thank you, hope you enjoy this episode. #spiraken #mangareview #wheelofmanga #shoujomanga #catmanga #sliceoflifemanga  #mycatissuchaweirdo #Tamakotamagoyama #sevenseasentertainment #podcasthq #manga #spirakenreviewpodcast Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme-Trendsetter by Mood Maze (Uppbeat) Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetter License code: YEPNB5COHX56JVES WHERE TO FIND US Our Bluesky @spiraken.bsky.social Our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spiraken/ Our Email Spiraken@gmail.com Xan's Email xan@spiraken.com Our Patron https://www.patreon.podbean.com/spiraken or https://www.patreon.com/spiraken Our Discord https://tinyurl.com/spiradiscord Our Twitter https://twitter.com/spiraken Our Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@spiraken Our Twitch https://www.twitch.tv/spiraken Our Amazon Store http://www.amazon.com/shops/spiraken Random Question of the Day: Is Your Pet A Weirdo?  

So, in this episode, Xan tries to review a steamship manga. Not his best work but he tries really hard to discuss it. So, enjoy as he talks about the Josei Smut Manga, My Boss Is A Giant! He Manages My Every Need With Enormous Skill by KamuC. ----more---- Hope you like this episode. Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter @spiraken.bsky.social, and @spiraken on Instagram, subscribe to this podcast and our YouTube channel, Support our Patreon and if you would kindly, please go to www.tinyurl.com/helpxan and give us a great rating on Apple Podcasts. Also join our discord and Thank you, hope you enjoy this episode. #spiraken #mangareview #wheelofmanga #joseimanga #smutmanga #steamshipmanga  #mybossisagianthemanagesmyeveryneedwithenormousskill #kamuc#sevenseasentertainment #literoticamanga #podcasthq #manga #spirakenreviewpodcast Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme-Trendsetter by Mood Maze (Uppbeat) Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetter License code: YEPNB5COHX56JVES WHERE TO FIND US Our Bluesky @spiraken.bsky.social Our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spiraken/ Our Email Spiraken@gmail.com Xan's Email xan@spiraken.com Our Patron https://www.patreon.podbean.com/spiraken or https://www.patreon.com/spiraken Our Discord https://tinyurl.com/spiradiscord Our Twitter https://twitter.com/spiraken Our Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@spiraken Our Twitch https://www.twitch.tv/spiraken Our Amazon Store http://www.amazon.com/shops/spiraken Random Question of the Day: Would You Read Steamship or Ghost Ship Publications?

In this episode, Xan reviews a weird isekai series where a housecat becomes a giant monster in another world. How cute is it? Well, find out as he reviews the fun, isekai, cat manga A Cat From Our World & The Forgotten Witch/Isekai Neko to Fukigen na Majo  by Hiro Kashiwaba. ----more---- As our intrepid hosts discusses the backstory of this manga, he also talks about upcoming manga releases. Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter @spiraken.bsky.social, and @spiraken on Instagram, subscribe to this podcast and our YouTube channel, Support our Patreon and if you would kindly, please go to www.tinyurl.com/helpxan and give us a great rating on Apple Podcasts. Also join our discord and Thank you, hope you enjoy this episode. #spiraken #mangareview #wheelofmanga #seinenmanga #fantasymanga #isekaimanga  #acatfromourworldandtheforgottenwitch #hirokashiwaba #sevenseasentertainment #catmanga #podcasthq #manga #spirakenreviewpodcast Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme-Trendsetter by Mood Maze (Uppbeat) Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetter License code: YEPNB5COHX56JVES WHERE TO FIND US Our Bluesky @spiraken.bsky.social Our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spiraken/ Our Email Spiraken@gmail.com Xan's Email xan@spiraken.com Our Patron https://www.patreon.podbean.com/spiraken or https://www.patreon.com/spiraken Our Discord https://tinyurl.com/spiradiscord Our Twitter https://twitter.com/spiraken Our Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@spiraken Our Twitch https://www.twitch.tv/spiraken Our Amazon Store http://www.amazon.com/shops/spiraken Random Question of the Day: Would you summon a giant housecat?

Happy Valentine's Day Everyone. So as a gift to our listeners, Xan reviews a whimsical yet dark look at magic in a fantasy world. Is it worth your time? Well, grab your magic pen and find out as he reviews the seinen fantasy manga series Witch Hat Atelier/Tongari Bōshi no Atorie by Kamome Shirahama. ----more---- As our intrepid host gets into the awesomeness of this magic manga, he also goes over the latest manga releases.  Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter @spiraken.bsky.social, and @spiraken on Instagram, subscribe to this podcast and our YouTube channel, Support our Patreon and if you would kindly, please go to www.tinyurl.com/helpxan and give us a great rating on Apple Podcasts. Also join our discord and Thank you, hope you enjoy this episode. #spiraken #mangareview #wheelofmanga #seinenmanga #fantasymanga #magicmanga  #witchhatatelier #kamomeshirahama #kodanshamanga #cocothewitch #podcasthq #manga #spirakenreviewpodcast Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme-Trendsetter by Mood Maze (Uppbeat) Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetter License code: YEPNB5COHX56JVES WHERE TO FIND US Our Bluesky @spiraken.bsky.social Our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spiraken/ Our Email Spiraken@gmail.com Xan's Email xan@spiraken.com Our Patron https://www.patreon.podbean.com/spiraken or https://www.patreon.com/spiraken Our Discord https://tinyurl.com/spiradiscord Our Twitter https://twitter.com/spiraken Our Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@spiraken Our Twitch https://www.twitch.tv/spiraken Our Amazon Store http://www.amazon.com/shops/spiraken Random Question of the Day: Would you use magic if you could?

In this ep, Xan reviews a manga about hanging out behind a supermarket. Is it as boring as it sounds? Well, find out as he reviews the seinen slice of life manga Smoking Behind The Supermarket With You/Super no Ura de Yani Sū Futari by Jinushi. ----more---- As our host discusses the mundane nature of this story, he also goes over the fact that he had to rebuild his computer and hypes up some new news. Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter @spiraken.bsky.social, and @spiraken on Instagram, subscribe to this podcast and our YouTube channel, Support our Patreon and if you would kindly, please go to www.tinyurl.com/helpxan and give us a great rating on Apple Podcasts. Also join our discord and Thank you, hope you enjoy this episode. #spiraken #mangareview #wheelofmanga #seinenmanga #sliceoflifemanga #romanticcomedymanga  #smokingbehindthesupermarketwithyou #jinushi #smokingmanga #squareenixmanga #podcasthq #manga #spirakenreviewpodcast Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme-Trendsetter by Mood Maze (Uppbeat) Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetter License code: YEPNB5COHX56JVES WHERE TO FIND US Our Bluesky @spiraken.bsky.social Our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spiraken/ Our Email Spiraken@gmail.com Xan's Email xan@spiraken.com Our Patron https://www.patreon.podbean.com/spiraken or https://www.patreon.com/spiraken Our Discord https://tinyurl.com/spiradiscord Our Twitter https://twitter.com/spiraken Our Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@spiraken Our Twitch https://www.twitch.tv/spiraken Our Amazon Store http://www.amazon.com/shops/spiraken Random Question of the Day: Would you hang out outside a convenience store and smoke?