The Tokusatsu Network Podcast

After a long, impromptu hiatus, the TokuNet Podcast is back! A lot has happened in the tokusatsu world over the last year or so since our last podcast episode. So we brought the crew back together to talk about some of the highlight stories of the year along with more current topics such as Mighty Morphin' Power Rangers: Once and Always, the Ultraman Blazar announcement, and the release of Shin Kamen Rider in Japanese theaters and the upcoming US screening (recorded before the initial screening). We also delve into deeper topics such as the recent boom of tokusatsu localizations in the West, how Super Sentai has been experimenting with their format for the past several years, and our thoughts on the Reiwa era Kamen Rider shows thus far. It's a jam-packed episode and we hope that you enjoy is as much as we enjoyed recording it. Let us know your thoughts on any of the topics discussed in this episode. And come back next episode when we share our review of Shin Kamen Rider! CAST: Yasin Bulhan – @KeitaiOkami Josh Saucedo – @JoshKnight1st Brody Salzman – @Plazmaniac1 Malunis – @Malunis Podcast Editor: @Malunis Intro Music: Son of a Rocket by Kevin Macleod at incompetech Be sure to subscribe to TokuNet Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Feel free to rate and review our content!

In this episode of the TokuNet Podcast, we talk about the many tokusatsu anniversaries celebrated in 2021. From Kamen Rider to Girls x Heroine, there were a lot of tokusatsu milestones in the year 2021. Some were celebrated with a movie, while others dedicated whole seasons to highlighting this event. We get together and discuss every anniversary project that took place last year and how well those projects accomplished their goals. CAST: Yasin Bulhan – @KeitaiOkami Kevin Nguyen – @DraikenTalkos Brody Salzman – @Plazmaniac1 Podcast Editor: HenshinKitty Podcast Feature Art by Travis Butts Be sure to subscribe to TokuNet Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Feel free to rate and review our content!  

On this episode of the TokuNet podcast, we chat about some of the recent tokusatsu news in the last couple months. On this month's episode, we talk about the Kamen Rider OOO 10th V-Cinext, the next season of Super Sentai, Avataro Sentai Donbrothers, Power Rangers going exclusively to Netflix, Kamen Rider Zero-One coming to Blu-ray, as well as Kamen Rider Ryuki premiering on TokuShoutsu. CAST: Jorge Salas – @rabbitank Yasin Bulhan – @KeitaiOkami Kevin Nguyen – @DraikenTalkos Ryan Firestine – @Woz_Action Malunis – @Malunis Podcast Editor: HenshinKitty Podcast Feature Art by Travis Butts Be sure to subscribe to TokuNet Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Feel free to rate and review our content!

On this month's episode of the TokuNet Podcast, we discuss some of the biggest tokusatsu news items of the past month.   This month, we're trying something a bit different with the podcast. Instead of focusing on a specific topic for the episode, we wanted to try doing a bit of a tokusatsu news roundup for the previous month (at the time of recording, that would have been September 2021). So, in this episode we talk about Shin Kamen Rider, LGBTQIA representation in Power Rangers Dino Fury, Kaizoku Sentai 10 Gokaiger, and Ultra Galaxy Fight: The Destined Crossroad along with a couple other topics. Let us know what you think of this format and if you have any suggestions for news items you'd like to hear us discuss in a future episode, leave a comment down below! CAST: Jorge Salas – @rabbitank Yasin Bulhan – @KeitaiOkami Kevin Nguyen – @DraikenTalkos Malunis – @Malunis Podcast Editor: HenshinKitty Podcast Feature Art by Travis Butts Be sure to subscribe to TokuNet Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Feel free to rate and review our content!

In this episode of the TokuNet Podcast, Team TokuNet talks about the recently completed show, Kamen Rider Saber. As a new season of Kamen Rider begins, we wanted to take some time to share our thoughts on the most recent season that ended, Kamen Rider Saber. Since Saber was one of, if not the first, tokusatsu show to be almost completely produced during the COVID-19 pandemic, we touch on how that impacted the show as a whole before diving into our thoughts on the characters, moments, and overall story of the show. CAST: Yasin Bulhan – @KeitaiOkami Kevin Nguyen – @DraikenTalkos Brody Salzman – @Plazmaniac1 Ryan Firestine – @Woz_Action Max Ellis – @SaSPMax Podcast Editor: HenshinKitty Podcast Feature Art by Travis Butts Be sure to subscribe to TokuNet Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Feel free to rate and review our content! Additionally, if you'd like to get early access to the TokuNet Podcast, become a Rider tier patron or higher by supporting us on our official Patreon.

In episode 69 of the TokuNet Podcast, the team discusses the sub genre of tokusatsu shows that aired after midnight in Japan. While a majority of the tokusatsu shows that we consume air either in the morning or evening, there are a handful of shows that air after midnight that are aimed at older toku fans. Shows such as GARO, Akibaranger, Kamen Rider Amazons, Sh15uya, etc.. Team TokuNet gets together to talk about the differences between these shows and your typical morning tokusatsu shows as well as going over some of their favorite late night tokusatsu shows. CAST: Yasin Bulhan – @KeitaiOkami Josh Saucedo – @JoshKnight1st Kevin Nguyen - @DraikenTalkos Podcast Editor: HenshinKitty Podcast Feature Art by Travis Butts Be sure to subscribe to TokuNet Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Feel free to rate and review our content! Additionally, if you'd like to get early access to the TokuNet Podcast, become a Rider tier patron or higher by supporting us on our official Patreon.

In episode 68 of the TokuNet podcast, the team discusses the realities of being an otaku and how otakus are portrayed in tokusatsu. Note: There is mention of the Tsutomu Miyazaki case which includes murder, sexual assault, and other topics. The discussion starts at 15:40. Please feel free to skip ahead a few minutes if you don't wish to hear about those subjects. In this episode, Team TokuNet talks about what it means to be an otaku, the cultural history of the term, how tokusatsu portrays otakus, and what the future holds for otaku culture. CAST: Nicole Amber Yasin Bulhan - @KeitaiOkami Charlie Li Kevin Nguyen - @DraikenTalkos Podcast Editor: HenshinKitty Podcast Feature Art by Travis Butts Be sure to subscribe to TokuNet Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Feel free to rate and review our content! Additionally, if you'd like to get early access to the TokuNet Podcast, become a Rider tier patron or higher by supporting us on our official Patreon.

In episode 67 of the TokuNet podcast, the team talks about tokusatsu as a whole and how a new fan can jump into the genre. In this episode, Team TokuNet sits down to discuss the history of tokusatsu and guide new fans into the vast world of the genre. CAST: Yasin Bulhan – @KeitaiOkami Josh Saucedo – @JoshKnight1st Brody Salzman – @Plazmaniac1 Ryan Firestine – @Woz_Action Podcast Editor: HenshinKitty Podcast Feature Art by Travis Butts Be sure to subscribe to TokuNet Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Feel free to rate and review our content! Additionally, if you'd like to get early access to the TokuNet Podcast, become a Rider tier patron or higher by supporting us on our official Patreon.

In episode 66 of the TokuNet podcast, the team looks back at Kamen Rider Fourze. In this episode, Team TokuNet talks about Kamen Rider Fourze and how the season has held up 10 years later. CAST: Yasin Bulhan - @KeitaiOkami Katie Peterson - @LadyKitKatie Brody Salzman - @Plazmaniac1 Charlie Li Podcast Editor: HenshinKitty Podcast Feature Art by Travis Butts Be sure to subscribe to TokuNet Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Feel free to rate and review our content! Additionally, if you’d like to get early access to the TokuNet Podcast, become a Rider tier patron or higher by supporting us on our official Patreon.

In episode 65 of the TokuNet podcast, the team reviews Mashin Sentai Kiramager. In this episode, Team TokuNet talks about their favorite and not-so-favorite moments from Mashin Sentai Kiramager. CAST: Yasin Bulhan - @KeitaiOkami Josh Saucedo - @JoshKnight1st Brody Salzman - @Plazmaniac1 Charlie Li Podcast Editor: HenshinKitty Podcast Feature Art by Travis Butts Be sure to subscribe to TokuNet Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Feel free to rate and review our content! Additionally, if you’d like to get early access to the TokuNet Podcast, become a Rider tier patron or higher by supporting us on our official Patreon.

In episode 64 of the TokuNet podcast, the team talks about their favorite part of tokusatsu, the action!   In this episode, Team TokuNet discusses how action in tokusatsu has evolved over the years, the brave tokusatsu suit actors we all admire, and more. CAST: Yasin Bulhan - @KeitaiOkami Josh Saucedo - @JoshKnight1st Kuniharu Komiyama - @killadelfo Podcast Editor: HenshinKitty Podcast Feature Art by Travis Butts Be sure to subscribe to TokuNet Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Feel free to rate and review our content! Additionally, if you’d like to get early access to the TokuNet Podcast, become a Rider tier patron or higher by supporting us on our official Patreon.

In episode 63 of the TokuNet podcast, the team looks back on the anniversary season Kaizoku Sentai Gokaiger. In this episode, Team TokuNet talks about their favorite space pirates, the crew of Kaizoku Sentai Gokaiger, and how the show holds up nowadays. CAST: Yasin Bulhan - @KeitaiOkami Josh Saucedo - @JoshKnight1st Brody Salzman - @Plazmaniac1 Ashton Liu Podcast Editor: HenshinKitty Podcast Feature Art by Travis Butts Be sure to subscribe to TokuNet Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Feel free to rate and review our content! Additionally, if you’d like to get early access to the TokuNet Podcast, become a Rider tier patron or higher by supporting us on our official Patreon.

In episode 62 of the TokuNet podcast, part of Team Japan talks about what it's like as a foreign tokusatsu fan in Japan. In this episode, Team Japan talks about their experiences as foreigners dealing with Japanese grandmas, other tokusatsu fans, and what it's like being on the set of a tokusatsu production. CAST: Yasin Bulhan - @KeitaiOkami Jorge Salas – @rabbitank Tony Carota – @Tonykc1992 Max Ellis – @SaSPMax Podcast Editor: HenshinKitty Podcast Feature Art by Travis Butts Be sure to subscribe to TokuNet Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Feel free to rate and review our content! Additionally, if you’d like to get early access to the TokuNet Podcast, become a Rider tier patron or higher by supporting us on our official Patreon.

In episode 61 of the TokuNet podcast, the team reflects on what 2020 tokusatsu shows had in store for us and what to look forward to for next year. In this episode, the team gets together and reminisces on the tokusatsu shows that aired during 2020. Timestamps for each discussion (spoiler alert for each show):   0:05:55: Globalization of tokusatsu in 2020 0:37:38: Kishiryu Sentai Ryusoulger 0:49:18: Dogengers 1:01:35: Kamen Rider Zero-One 1:31:49: Mashin Sentai Kiramager 2:02:18: Garo VR 2:07:44: Ultraman Z 2:24:25: Kamen Rider Saber CAST: Yasin Bulhan - @KeitaiOkami Josh Saucedo - @JoshKnight1st Brody Salzman - @Plazmaniac1 Katie Peterson - @LadyKitKatie Podcast Editor: HenshinKitty Podcast Feature Art by Travis Butts Be sure to subscribe to TokuNet Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Feel free to rate and review our content! Additionally, if you’d like to get early access to the TokuNet Podcast, become a Rider tier patron or higher by supporting us on our official Patreon.

In episode 60 of the TokuNet podcast, the team brings on featured guest Jared Foust to talk about the original 1966 Ultraman. In this episode, the team sits down with Ultraman enthusiast Jared Foust for the first time in a while and discusses how the original 1966 Ultraman show holds up in 2020. CAST: Yasin Bulhan - @KeitaiOkami Jorge Salas – @rabbitank Jared Foust - @Xenofauna Podcast Editor: HenshinKitty Podcast Feature Art by Travis Butts Be sure to subscribe to TokuNet Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Feel free to rate and review our content! Additionally, if you’d like to get early access to the TokuNet Podcast, become a Rider tier patron or higher by supporting us on our official Patreon.

In episode 59 of the TokuNet podcast, the team gets Waki Waki about the martial arts Sentai, Juken Sentai Gekiranger.In this episode, the team thinks Juken Sentai Gekiranger is pretty Niki Niki and talks about how the show has aged since its premiere in 2007.CAST:Yasin Bulhan - @KeitaiOkamiNicole Amber - @destinyambercosJosh Saucedo - @JoshKnight1stPodcast Editor: HenshinKittyPodcast Feature Art by Travis ButtsBe sure to subscribe to TokuNet Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Feel free to rate and review our content! Additionally, if you’d like to get early access to the TokuNet Podcast, become a Rider tier patron or higher by supporting us on our official Patreon.

In episode 58 of the TokuNet podcast, the team talks about what tokusatsu shows have comforted them during this hectic year. As a follow up to TokuNet Podcast #11 Tokusatsu Comfort Foods Part 1, the team shares the shows they love, moments they can never forget, and everything about tokusatsu that makes them feel good during a hectic 2020. CAST: Yasin Bulhan - @KeitaiOkami Katie Peterson – @LadyKitKatie Ryan Firestine - @Woz_Action Brody Salzman - @Plazmaniac1 Podcast Editor: HenshinKitty Podcast Feature Art by Travis Butts Be sure to subscribe to TokuNet Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Feel free to rate and review our content! Additionally, if you’d like to get early access to the TokuNet Podcast, become a Rider tier patron or higher by supporting us on our official Patreon.

In episode 57 of the TokuNet podcast, the team talks about their tokusatsu creative pursuits with cosplayer Procrastiranger. Please note: There may be some audio glitches and echoes in this podcast. We apologize for this, but we hope you can still enjoy this episode. In this episode, the team sits down to talk about all our creative pursuits related to tokusatsu with special guest and cosplayer Procrastiranger. We discuss everything from how to cosplay from your favorite tokusatsu, what it takes to produce your own tokusatsu, how to come up with original characters, and more! CAST: Nicole Amber - @destinyambercos Malunis – @Malunis Max Ellis - @SaSPMax Sajia - @Procrastiranger LINKS: Procrastiranger on Instagram Avalon on Twitter A Guide to Making Fan Riders Pixar's 22 Rules of Storytelling Shield and Sword Productions YouTube Channel Malunis Deviantart Page Malunis.dotwiki.com Podcast Editor: HenshinKitty Podcast Feature Art by Travis Butts Be sure to subscribe to TokuNet Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Feel free to rate and review our content! Additionally, if you’d like to get early access to the TokuNet Podcast, become a Rider tier patron or higher by supporting us on our official Patreon.

In episode 56 of the TokuNet podcast, the team discusses how the COVID-19 pandemic affected tokusatsu productions and how they are coping with a new normal. The COVID-19 pandemic saw changes across the world in every aspect of life including our beloved tokusatsu. This week, we talk about the timeline of the coronavirus starting with Rio Komiya’s diagnosis to what we hope for the future in this new normal. Please note, this episode was recorded on July 3, 2020, and many things have changed since then. CAST: Nicole Amber – @destinyambercos Yasin Bulhan – @KeitaiOkami Josh Saucedo –  @JoshKnight1st Tony Carota – @Tonykc1992 Podcast Editor: HenshinKitty Podcast Feature Art by Travis Butts Be sure to subscribe to TokuNet Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Feel free to rate and review our content! Additionally, if you’d like to get early access to the TokuNet Podcast, become a Rider tier patron or higher by supporting us on our official Patreon.

In episode 55 of the TokuNet podcast, the team talks about their thoughts on Kamen Rider Zero-One up to episode 29.   A Jump to the Sky Turns Into a TokuNet Podcast. This week, we sit down to talk about Kamen Rider Zero-One and our thoughts on the first two arcs of the series. CAST: Yasin Bulhan - @KeitaiOkami Josh Saucedo –  @JoshKnight1st Malunis – @Malunis Tony Carota - @Tonykc1992 Podcast Editor: HenshinKitty Podcast Feature Art by Travis Butts Be sure to subscribe to TokuNet Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Feel free to rate and review our content! Additionally, if you’d like to get early access to the TokuNet Podcast, become a Rider tier patron or higher by supporting us on our official Patreon.

In episode 54 of the TokuNet podcast, we discuss our favorite things about tokusatsu toys. We at Team TokuNet truly love toys! On this episode, we talk about our collection, our favorite gimmicks, our first purchases, where to buy tokusatsu toys and more. CAST: Nicole Amber – @Destinyambercos Josh Saucedo –  @JoshKnight1st Malunis – @Malunis Ashton Liu Podcast Editor: HenshinKitty Podcast Feature Art by Travis Butts Be sure to subscribe to TokuNet Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Feel free to rate and review our content! Additionally, if you’d like to get early access to the TokuNet Podcast, become a Rider tier patron or higher by supporting us on our official Patreon.

In episode 53 of the TokuNet podcast, we discuss the new generation heroes of the Ultra franchise starting from Ultraman Zero to the newly announced Ultraman Z.   As a new generation of Ultra heroes have come into the franchise, we look back at what we enjoyed about each hero, our favorite moments of each show/movie, and talk about our first impressions of Ultraman Z. Spoiler Warning for all of the shows discussed in this episode. Timestamps for each Ultraman show: Ultraman Zero (Specials and Movies) - 2:00Neo Ultra Q - 25:10Ultraman Ginga - 29:45Ultraman Ginga S - 38:45Ultraman X - 43:05Ultraman Orb - 1:08:50Ultraman Geed - 1:35:00Ultraman R/B - 2:00:10Ultraman Taiga - 2:23:11Ultraman Z - 2:50:00 CAST: Yasin Bulhan - @inuitakumi23 Nicole Amber – @Destinyambercos Jorge Salas - @rabbitank Ryan Firestine – @Woz_Action Podcast Editor: HenshinKitty Podcast Feature Art by Travis Butts Be sure to subscribe to TokuNet Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Feel free to rate and review our content! Additionally, if you’d like to get early access to the TokuNet Podcast, become a Rider tier patron or higher by supporting us on our official Patreon.

In episode 52 of the TokuNet podcast, we answer the community’s questions about our favorite shows, our dream Super Sentai team, why we love tokusatsu, and much more. We reached out to the community and had fans send in questions for the team to answer. In this episode, we talk about everything from our favorite shows to why we have loved tokusatsu for so long. CAST: Nicole Amber – @Destinyambercos Ryan Firestine – @Woz_Action Josh Saucedo –  @JoshKnight1st Malunis – @Malunis Podcast Editor: HenshinKitty Podcast Feature Art by Travis Butts Be sure to subscribe to TokuNet Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Feel free to rate and review our content! Additionally, if you’d like to get early access to the TokuNet Podcast, become a Rider tier patron or higher by supporting us on our official Patreon.

In episode 51 of the TokuNet podcast, tokusatsu community member Igadevil joins the team in a conversation about the fandom and how the community has changed over the years.   Joined by featured guest and tokusatsu community Igadevil, the team talks about the early days of the Western tokusatsu fandom and how it has evolved from forums to social media and more. CAST: Nicole Amber – @Destinyambercos Yasin Bulhan – @KeitaiOkami Josh Saucedo - @JoshKnight1st Paul (Igadevil) - @Igadevil Podcast Editor: HenshinKitty Podcast Feature Art by Travis Butts Be sure to subscribe to TokuNet Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Feel free to rate and review our content! Additionally, if you’d like to get early access to the TokuNet Podcast, become a Rider tier patron or higher by supporting us on our official Patreon.

In a special 50th episode of the TokuNet Podcast, we talk with the current Editors and the history of the Tokusatsu Network. Coincidentally releasing on the 6th anniversary of the Tokusatsu Network, the current Editors talk about how they got into tokusatsu, how TokuNet was created, their best moments over the years, and more in this special 50th episode of the TokuNet Podcast. CAST: Nicole Amber – @Destinyambercos Yasin Bulhan – @KeitaiOkami Tom Constantine – @TomConstantines Kuniharu Komiyama - @killadelfo Podcast Editor: HenshinKitty Podcast Feature Art by Travis Butts Be sure to subscribe to TokuNet Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Feel free to rate and review our content! Additionally, if you’d like to get early access to the TokuNet Podcast, become a Rider tier patron or higher by supporting us on our official Patreon.

The TokuNet crew discusses the dinosaur-themed Super Sentai seasons starting with Zyuranger to the currently airing Ryusoulger. The team looks back at their favorite dinosaur-themed Super Sentai seasons discussing Kyoryu Sentai Zyuranger, Bakuryuu Sentai Abaranger, Zyuden Sentai Kyoryuger, and the currently airing Kishiryu Sentai Ryusoulger. Spoiler Warning for all of the shows discussed in this episode. Timestamps for each season: 00:02:58: Kyoryu Sentai Zyuranger00:34:07: Bakuryuu Sentai Abaranger01:34:49: Zyuden Sentai Kyoryuger02:14:50: Kishiryu Sentai Ryusoulger CAST: Yasin Bulhan – @KeitaiOkami Brody Salzman - @Plazmaniac1 Nicole Amber – @Destinyambercos Podcast Editor: HenshinKitty Podcast Feature Art by Travis Butts Be sure to subscribe to TokuNet Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Feel free to rate and review our content! Additionally, if you’d like to get early access to the TokuNet Podcast, become a Rider tier patron or higher by supporting us on our official Patreon.

The TokuNet crew talks about Heisei Kamen Rider Phase 3 starting with Ghost to Zi-O in podcast episode 48, Heisei Rider Retrospective: Part 3. The team looks back at newer seasons of Heisei Kamen Rider Phase 2 and discusses Kamen Rider Ghost until the last Heisei Rider Kamen Rider Zi-O. Spoiler Warning for all of the shows discussed in this episode. Timestamps for each season: 00:03:20: Kamen Rider Ghost00:51:12: Kamen Rider Ex-Aid01:41:42: Kamen Rider Build02:24:33: Kamen Rider Zi-O CAST: Yasin Bulhan – @KeitaiOkami Brody Salzman - @Plazmaniac1 Malunis – @Malunis Podcast Editor: HenshinKitty Podcast Feature Art by Travis Butts Be sure to subscribe to TokuNet Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Feel free to rate and review our content! Additionally, if you’d like to get early access to the TokuNet Podcast, become a Rider tier patron or higher by supporting us on our official Patreon.

The TokuNet crew talks about Heisei Kamen Rider Phase 2 starting with Double to Drive in podcast episode 47, Heisei Rider Retrospective: Part 2.   The team looks back at Heisei Kamen Rider Phase 2 and discusses the start of the era with Kamen Rider Double until Kamen Rider Drive. Spoiler Warning for all of the shows discussed in this episode. Timestamps for each season: 00:02:09: Kamen Rider W 00:23:20: Kamen Rider OOO 00:50:27: Kamen Rider Fourze 01:22:51: Kamen Rider Wizard 01:40:02: Kamen Rider Gaim 02:11:50: Kamen Rider Drive CAST: Yasin Bulhan – @KeitaiOkami Jorge Salas - @RabbiTank Josh Saucedo – @JoshKnight1st Brody Salzman - @Plazmaniac1 Podcast Editor: HenshinKitty Podcast Feature Art by Travis Butts Be sure to subscribe to TokuNet Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Feel free to rate and review our content! Additionally, if you’d like to get a early access to the TokuNet Podcast, become a Rider tier patron or higher by supporting us on our official Patreon.

The TokuNet crew talks about Heisei Kamen Rider starting with Kuuga to Decade in podcast episode 46, Heisei Rider Retrospective: Part 1.   With the first Reiwa era Kamen Rider, Kamen Rider Zero-One, starting recently, the team looks back at the first part of the Heisei generation of Kamen Riders from Kuuga to Decade. Spoiler Warning for all of the shows discussed in this episode. Timestamps for each season: 0:02:07: Shin Kamen Rider / Kamen Rider ZO / Kamen Rider J 0:07:41: Kamen Rider Kuuga 0:17:54: Kamen Rider Agito 0:32:57: Kamen Rider Ryuki 0:51:33: Kamen Rider 555 1:00:11: Kamen Rider Blade 1:12:50: Kamen Rider Hibiki 1:29:22: Kamen Rider Kabuto 1:38:41: Kamen Rider Den-O 1:52:48: Kamen Rider Kiva 2:14:37: Kamen Rider Decade CAST: Yasin Bulhan – @KeitaiOkami Jorge Salas - @RabbiTank Malunis - @Malunis Brody Salzman - @Plazmaniac1 Podcast Editor: HenshinKitty & Malunis Podcast Feature Art by Travis Butts Be sure to subscribe to TokuNet Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Feel free to rate and review our content! Additionally, if you’d like to get a early access to the TokuNet Podcast, become a Rider tier patron or higher by supporting us on our official Patreon.

In episode 45 of the TokuNet podcast, the team talks about anime adaptations of tokusatsu and tokusatsu-inspired anime shows.   With the release of Netflix's Ultraman anime, the team talks about the series and its highlights as an anime adaption of the iconic Ultraman franchise. They also talk about their love of past adaptions like SSSS.Gridman, the Godzilla anime movie trilogy, and the Garo anime series. CAST: Nicole Amber – @destinyambercos Yasin Bulhan – @KeitaiOkami Josh Saucedo – @JoshKnight1st Brody Salzman Podcast Editor: HenshinKitty Podcast Feature Art by Gladys Leung Be sure to subscribe to TokuNet Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Feel free to rate and review our content! Additionally, if you’d like to get a early access to the TokuNet Podcast, become a Rider tier patron or higher by supporting us on our official Patreon.

The podcast crew talks about why they love Tokusatsu Gagaga!   It isn't every day that we see a drama series shine a light on tokusatsu as a genre, its impact on the audience, and fan culture as a whole. So, of course we're going to discuss the recently aired Japanese drama, Tokusatsu Gagaga, that deals with these topics and so much more. If you've seen the show, let us know what you thought about it in the comments below! CAST: Yasin Bulhan – @KeitaiOkami Nicole Amber – @destinyambercos Josh Saucedo – @JoshKnight1st Podcast Editor: HenshinKitty Podcast Feature Art by Gladys Leung Be sure to subscribe to TokuNet Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Feel free to rate and review our content! Additionally, if you’d like to get a early access to the TokuNet Podcast, become a Rider tier patron or higher by supporting us on our official Patreon.

The podcast crew talk about the latest Ultra series, Ultraman R/B. Last year saw a unique take on the Ultraman formula with Ultraman R/B. Starring two brothers who become Ultraman Rosso and Ultraman Blu, R/B is ultimately a story about family, finding your purpose, and throwing giant monsters through buildings. Join us as we discuss what makes Ultraman R/B special, from the highs and lows of the show to its overall message. And let us know what you thought of the show in the comments below! CAST: Yasin Bulhan – @KeitaiOkami Nicole Amber – @destinyambercos Kaylyn Saucedo – @MarzGurl Josh Saucedo – @JoshKnight1st Invisible Tom Constantine Podcast Editor: HenshinKitty Podcast Feature Art by Gladys Leung Be sure to subscribe to TokuNet Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Feel free to rate and review our content! Additionally, if you’d like to get a early access to the TokuNet Podcast, become a Rider tier patron or higher by supporting us on our official Patreon. Intro Music: Son of a Rocket by Kevin Macleod at incompetech

In this episode of the podcast, we give a general overview of the GARO franchise.   The GARO franchise is known for its interesting characters, awesome action scenes, and expansive lore. It is also known for its unique tale of production revival and rise to popularity. In this month's episode of the TokuNet franchise, we talk about the franchise as a whole, what we love about it, and where people who are new to GARO can start. Let us know what's your favorite season of GARO in the comments below! CAST: Kitty – @KittyKatastrphy Nicole Amber – @destinyambercos Josh Saucedo – @JoshKnight1st Yasin Bulhan – @KeitaiOkami Podcast Editor: HenshinKitty Podcast Feature Art by Gladys Leung Be sure to subscribe to TokuNet Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Feel free to rate and review our content! Additionally, if you’d like to get a early access to the TokuNet Podcast, become a Rider tier patron or higher by supporting us on our official Patreon. Intro Music: Son of a Rocket by Kevin Macleod at incompetech

On this episode of the podcast, the team talks about the representation of women in the world of tokusatsu.   The ladies of Team TokuNet discuss various topics centered around how women are represented in tokusatsu. The team talk about their favorite female characters in the genre, some of their least favorite tropes involving female characters, how the Western fandom community can be improved, and female characters that are role models to young girls watching tokusatsu, among many others. CAST: Nicole Amber – @destinyambercos Kitty – @KittyKatastrphy Lynxara – @lynxaraV3 Kaylyn Saucedo - @MarzGurl Podcast Editor: HenshinKitty Podcast Feature Art by Gladys Leung Be sure to subscribe to TokuNet Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Feel free to rate and review our content! Additionally, if you’d like to get early access to the TokuNet Podcast, become a Rider tier patron or higher by supporting us on our official Patreon. Intro Music: Son of a Rocket by Kevin Macleod at incompetech

On this episode of the podcast, we get to know some of the newer members of Team TokuNet! Starting out with just seven members almost five years ago, TokuNet has grown quite a bit with talented writers, artists, and editors joining the team. So, we thought it was time to get to know some of our more recent members of the team. We talk about how they got into the genre, some of their favorite shows, characters, and moments in tokusatsu, as well as what led them to TokuNet. CAST: Nicole Amber – @destinyambercos Yasin Bulhan – @KeitaiOkami Gladys Leung – Graphic Designer/Staff Writer Malunis – Staff Writer –  @Malunis Katie Peterson – Staff Writer – @ladykitkatie Joshua Saucedo – Staff Writer – @JoshKnight1st Podcast Editor: HenshinKitty Podcast Feature Art by Nicole Amber Be sure to subscribe to TokuNet Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Feel free to rate and review our content! Additionally, if you’d like to get a early access to the TokuNet Podcast, become a Rider tier patron or higher by supporting us on our official Patreon. Intro Music: Son of a Rocket by Kevin Macleod at incompetech

The podcast crew tries to figure out which team is cooler as they give their first impressions of Kaitou Sentai Lupinranger vs Keisatsu Sentai Patranger.   Lupinranger vs Patranger continues the recent trend of changing the Super Sentai formula started by Kyuranger by introducing two opposing teams from the start. Team TokuNet gets together to discuss how this new approach has made this show stand out as of the first 10 episodes as well as their thoughts on where the show could go in the future. This episode of the podcast also introduces two new members to the show, Staff Writer Brody Salzman and Graphic Designer Gladys Leung. CAST: Yasin Bulhan – @KeitaiOkami Nicole Amber – @destinyambercos Jorge Salas – @rabbitank Brody Salzman Gladys Leung Podcast Editor: HenshinKitty Podcast Feature Art by Gladys Leung Be sure to subscribe to TokuNet Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Feel free to rate and review our content! Additionally, if you’d like to get a early access to the TokuNet Podcast, become a Rider tier patron or higher by supporting us on our official Patreon. Intro Music: Son of a Rocket by Kevin Macleod at incompetech

The podcast crew gather the Kyutamas in order to review 2017's Sentai series, Uchu Sentai Kyuranger.   Recorded: May 18th, 2018 Team TokuNet finally sits down to share their thoughts on last year's space adventure known as Kyuranger. With so many characters and story arcs, the cast takes their time to delve into the story of the show and share their favorite moments of the series. Let us know what you thought of the show in the comments below! Tune in next episode as we give our first impressions of the currently running Kaito Sentai Lupinranger vs Keisatsu Sentai Patranger! CAST: Yasin Bulhan – @KeitaiOkami Nicole Amber – @destinyambercos Jorge Salas – @rabbitank Podcast Feature Art by Gladys Leung Be sure to subscribe to TokuNet Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Feel free to rate and review our content! Additionally, if you’d like to get a early access to the TokuNet Podcast, become a Rider tier patron or higher by supporting us on our official Patreon. Intro Music: Son of a Rocket by Kevin Macleod at incompetech

The TokuNet podcast crew reaches the final stage as we review Kamen Rider Ex-Aid. Recorded late last year, the podcast crew gets together to talk about the quite eccentric season known as Kamen Rider Ex-Aid. We discuss the highs and lows of the show, what worked and didn't quite work for us, and our favorite characters and moments. Tune in next episode where we review 2017's Uchu Sentai Kyuranger (Space Sentai Kyuranger)! CAST: Yasin Bulhan – @KeitaiOkami Kitty L. – @KittyKatastrphy Jorge Salas – @rabbitank Podcast Feature Art by Gladys Leung Be sure to subscribe to TokuNet Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Feel free to rate and review our content! Additionally, if you’d like to get a early access to the TokuNet Podcast, become a Rider tier patron or higher by supporting us on our official Patreon. Intro Music: Son of a Rocket by Kevin Macleod at incompetech

The TokuNet Podcast crew is back with a review of 2017's Ultra series, Ultraman Geed.   Recorded: January 27th, 2018 After a bit of a hiatus, the TokuNet Podcast is back! This month, we'll be discussing the most recent entry into the Ultraman franchise, Ultraman Geed. In this episode, we talk about what we liked and disliked about the show as well as our favorite characters and moments. We also touch on how this show stacks up against recent Ultra series. CAST: Yasin Bulhan – @InuiTakumi23 Nicole Amber –@destinyambercos Jorge Salas – @rabbitank Podcast Feature Art by Gladys Leung Be sure to subscribe to TokuNet Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Feel free to rate and review our content! Additionally, if you'd like to get a early access to the TokuNet Podcast, become a Rider tier patron or higher by supporting us on our official Patreon. Intro Music: Son of a Rocket by Kevin Macleod at incompetech

  The much awaited 2017's Power Rangers is out in theaters and Team TokuNet gathers to discuss the movie. Recorded: April 5th, 2017  Almost three years after it was first announced that a new reboot movie of the Mighty Morphin' Power Rangers was in development, fans finally got a chance to see their favorite heroes re-imagined for audiences old and new. After a few viewings, the podcast crew got together to discuss both their favorite moments and criticisms of Power Rangers (2017). Editor-in-chief Paula Gaetos also talks about attending the screening of Mighty Morphin' Power Rangers: The Movie at LA's TLC Chinese Theater a couple of days prior and Senior Staff Writer Brian Dagley relives his experience of attending the World Premiere of the 2017 Power Rangers movie. If you would like to listen to episodes of the TokuNet Podcast early, you can head over to our Patreon page where if you become a backer at the Rider level or higher, you will have early access to future episodes of the podcast. CAST: Paula Gaetos – @paulagaetos Jorge Salas – @aoikurenaiTN Brian Dagley – @ShukuenShinobi Yasin Bulhan – @InuiTakumi23 Be sure to subscribe to TokuNet Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Feel free to rate and review our content! Intro Music: Son of a Rocket by Kevin Macleod at incompetech

The podcast crew is excited to talk about Kamen Rider Ex-Aid.   Recorded: February 22nd, 2017 On this episode of the TokuNet Podcast, we talk about the currently running Kamen Rider series, Ex-Aid. As of recording, we have watched the first 19 episodes and we give our initial thoughts on the show as well as what we think of the show thus far. And as usual, we do a little bit of speculating as to where we think the story will go from here. If you would like to listen to episodes of the TokuNet Podcast early, you can head over to our Patreon page where if you become a backer at the Rider level or higher, you will have early access to future episodes of the podcast. CAST: Yasin Bulhan – @InuiTakumi23 Kitty L. – @kalliburr Brian Dagley – @ShukuenShinobi David White – @TheCeleryMan Be sure to subscribe to TokuNet Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Feel free to rate and review our content! Intro Music: Son of a Rocket by Kevin Macleod at incompetech

The TokuNet Podcast is back and starting off the year with a review of 2016's Ultraman Orb. Recorded: January 21st, 2017 Welcome back to the TokuNet Podcast and a Happy New Year to all! First off, we'd like to let you know of a few changes to the podcast formatting and scheduling. Starting in March, the podcast will be released once a month. We have plans to add special episodes here and there, which we'll announce once they are ready. The podcast will also have segments to facilitate more discussions. For now, the podcast will start with a discussion on current tokusatsu news followed up by the main topic of the podcast. On a site level, the Tokusatsu Network now has a Patreon page which you can use to help support the site in any way you can. Even $1 contribution goes a long way in helping us continue to provide the quality tokusatsu news coverage you've come to expect. And if you become a backer at the Rider level or higher, you will have early access to future episodes of the TokuNet Podcast. For today's podcast, we start off the episode talking about the latest Power Rangers movie trailer as well as the latest news (as of recording) on the upcoming Sentai series, Uchu Sentai Kyuranger. We then jump into our review of Ultraman Orb as well as discuss what we'd like to see in the Ultraman Orb Origin Saga spin-off series. CAST: Yasin Bulhan – @InuiTakumi23 Nick Bush – @RoboBreakfast Kitty L. – @kalliburr Jorge Salas – @aoikurenaiTN Be sure to subscribe to TokuNet Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Feel free to rate and review our content! Intro Music: Son of a Rocket by Kevin Macleod at incompetech

Team TokuNet is back with a review of 2015-2016's Kamen Rider Ghost. Kamen Rider Ghost started off the season in a very unique way by having the main hero, Tenkuji Takeru, die in the very first episode. But does this set up an equally unique season of Kamen Rider or did Takeru die (multiple times) in vain? The podcast crew discusses his journey towards revival and whether or not the season actually benefited from his sacrifice. We also talk about why Cubi was the best Gamma of them all. CAST: Yasin Bulhan – @InuiTakumi23 Kitty L. – @kalliburr Michael Nixon – @michaelnixon K.D. Komiyama – @killadelfo Be sure to subscribe to TokuNet Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Feel free to rate and review our content! Intro & Outro Music: Son of a Rocket by Kevin Macleod at incompetech

Team TokuNet gets together to provide an audio and written review of the much anticipated film, Shin Godzilla. Recorded: September 26th, 2016 With a week away from the U.S. release of Toho's Shin Godzilla/Godzilla: Resurgence, the podcast crew sits down to discuss the King of Monsters' return to Japanese screens. The team talks about their initial reactions to the news of the film's production, the film's interpretation of the iconic monster, and its underlying message among other topics. Special thanks to FUNimation for providing The Tokusatsu Network with a screener copy of the film. Shin Godzilla will be released in select theaters on October 11-18, 2016. Part One of our round-table written review can be found on our site. CAST:K.D. Komiyama – @killadelfoPaula Gaetos – @paulagaetosMichael Nixon – @michaelnixonNick Bush – @RoboBreakfastBe sure to subscribe to TokuNet Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Feel free to rate and review our content! Intro & Outro Music: Son of a Rocket by Kevin Macleod at incompetech

Editor-in-Chief Paula Gaetos chats with artist Kyle Carrozza, creator of the Cartoon Network animated series, Mighty Magiswords. Recorded: August 1, 2016 Kyle Carrozza was the Tokusatsu Network's inaugural Artist Feature and we were very happy to be able to chat with him about his latest work on Cartoon Network, Mighty Magiswords. Mighty Magiswords is set to premiere on September 29th at 6:30pm. The show centers around the adventuring siblings,  Prohyas and Vambre, and their trusted, fun, and, often times, ridiculous Magiswords. The show builds on the original 15-second series that launched the previous year on the interactive CN Anything app. Concurrent with the upcoming TV series production, almost 400 pieces of platform-specific original content have been custom developed, including shorts, vlogs, web and mobile games, and interactive narrative content—and all will be enhanced with proprietary technology allowing fans to participate in the world and collect their favorite swords. “Mighty Magiswords has been an incredible journey, starting as a simple interactive digital product and organically developing into a true multi-story world,” said Chief Content Officer, Rob Sorcher. “Expect Magiswords to continue expansion in tech and content, with new ways for the audience to participate, contribute, play, watch and collect.”  Fans can check out the five minute minisode "Pool Fools" on the Cartoon Network YouTube channel and play the slightly addicting Hoversword Hustle game on Cartoon Network's website. Fans can also see the first full preview episode of Mighty Magiswords for free on iTunes and purchase the whole season as it's released. A very special thanks to Kyle Carrozza and Melissa Mills for making this episode possible. Be sure to subscribe to TokuNet Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Feel free to rate and review our content! Intro & Outro Music: Son of a Rocket by Kevin Macleod at incompetech

Editor-in-Chief Paula Gaetos sits down to chat with Zander Cannon, writer and artist of the comic book series Kaijumax. During San Diego Comic-con 2016, Paula got the chance to sit down with Zander Cannon, the creator behind the tokusatsu-inspired comic book series, Kaijumax, now in its second season. Kaijumax focuses on the social system of a group of giant monster inmates on a prison island. In the interview, Zander talks about how he got interested in the tokusatsu genre, how he created Kaijumax, as well as what's in store for the series in the future. You can pick up a copy of Kaijumax at Oni Press or at your local comic book shop. ***While it may be hard to hear Paula's audio at points during the interview due to technical issues, Zander's audio is clear.*** Be sure to subscribe to TokuNet Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Feel free to rate and review our content! Intro & Outro Music: Son of a Rocket by Kevin Macleod at incompetech

Who are you?! Team TokuNet tackles this question and more as they review Kamen Rider Amazons. Recorded: July 9th, 2016 Surprisingly literally everyone earlier this year, Toei announced the 13-episode series as part of the Super Hero Year celebration. Distributed exclusively on the Amazon Prime Video service, Kamen Rider Amazons followed the two distinct paths of Haruka Mizusawa/Kamen Rider Amazon Omega and Jin Takayama/Kamen Rider Amazon Alpha. Join the team as we discuss our first impressions after hearing the news of this brand new show, our reactions to the first few episodes of the series, as well as what we'd like to see from a season 2 of the show. We also get into fisticuffs over the age old question: #TeamJin or #TeamHaruka. CAST: Michael Nixon – @michaelnixonYasin Bulhan – @InuiTakumi23David White – @TheCeleryManK.D. Komiyama – @killadelfoTom Constantine – @TomConstantinesPodcast Editor: Jacob Kile – @indigojonesQT Be sure to subscribe to TokuNet Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Feel free to rate and review our content! Intro & Outro Music: Son of a Rocket by Kevin Macleod at incompetech

With the Spring anime season recently ending, Team TokuNet chats about their favorite shows of the season. Recorded: July 6th, 2016 Another season of anime has come and gone, but while the Summer season is already underway, we take a look at some of the shows that grabbed our attention for the past few months. We talk about anime such as My Hero Academia, Re:Zero, Jojo's Bizarre Adventure: Diamond is Unbreakable, as well as a few others. We also talk briefly about what we're looking forward to checking out from the Summer anime line-up. SPOILER WARNING!!! This is a spoiler-heavy episode as we discuss various shows from the season in depth. CAST:Yasin Bulhan – @InuiTakumi23Kitty L. – @kalliburrJorge Salas – @aoikurenaiTNDavid White – @TheCeleryManThis episode is sponsored by the good folks at Comics vs Toys. Be sure to subscribe to TokuNet Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Feel free to rate and review our content! Intro & Outro Music: Son of a Rocket by Kevin Macleod at incompetech

Four warriors are gathered by the TokuNet Alliance to discuss the latest entry in the Voltron franchise, Voltron: Legendary Defender. Recorded: June 26th, 2016 Announced earlier this year at WonderCon, fans were surprised to learn of Dreamworks' latest project. Set to be a reboot of the classic TV show, Voltron: Legendary Defender boasted a new look, a stellar cast of voice actors, and a story that both paid homage to its predecessor and paved the way for new avenues for the characters to explore. After the obligatory bingeing of the series, Team TokuNet got together to talk about what they thought the series. We talk about our history with the various Voltron shows, our reaction to the initial announcement, our thoughts on certain plot points throughout the series, as well as where we think the show could go if/when we get a second season. CAST:Yasin Bulhan – @InuiTakumi23Paula Gaetos – @paulagaetosNick Bush – @RoboBreakfastJorge Salas – @aoikurenaiTNBe sure to subscribe to TokuNet Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Feel free to rate and review our content! Intro Music: Son of a Rocket by Kevin Macleod at incompetech

Team TokuNet talks about all things television on the latest episode of the TokuNet Podcast. With a plethora of live-action and animated TV shows out there unrelated to tokusatsu, the podcast crew decided to dive into the most recent season of various shows. From The Flash to Lucha Underground to Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug & Cat Noir, we discuss our favorite and most annoying moments from the season. The team does travel into SPOILER territory for many shows so tread carefully. Shows discussed:Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug & Cat Noir - Season 1Lucha Underground - Season 1Thunderbirds Are Go - Season 1The Flash - Season 2Legends of Tomorrow - Season 1Arrow - Season 4Daredevil - Season 2Agents of S.H.I.E.L.DCAST:Yasin Bulhan – @InuiTakumi23Paula Gaetos – @paulagaetosNick Bush – @RoboBreakfastJorge Salas – @aoikurenaiTNBe sure to subscribe to TokuNet Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Feel free to rate and review our content! Intro Music: Son of a Rocket by Kevin Macleod at incompetech

The TokuNet crew emerges from the shadows to talk about the first 18 episodes of Ninja Sentai Kakuranger. Recorded: May 22nd, 2016 Premiering in 1994, Kakuranger became the first series in the franchise to explore the theme of ninja. With a story following a group of misunderstood modern youth taking on the task of defending the world passed down from generations ago, the show explored both the perception of the younger generation by elders and the vast history surrounding the monsters of the season, the Youkai. Listen as Team TokuNet  discusses their initial thoughts of the show, their favorite moments and characters from this first 18 episodes, as well as what they look forward to seeing in the next segment. CAST: Paula Gaetos - @paulagaetosK.D. Komiyama – @killadelfoBrian Dagley – @ShukuenShinobiMichael Nixon – @michaelnixonBe sure to subscribe to TokuNet Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Feel free to rate and review our content! Intro Music: Son of a Rocket by Kevin Macleod at incompetech