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Japan has a reputation for being incredibly safe, but what does “safe” actually mean? The Krewe is joined by Jordan Green, aka AfroInJapan from YouTube & Instagram, to explore safety in Japan beyond just crime, including natural disasters, wildlife, xenophobia, & the considerations travelers & foreign residents should keep in mind. Does Japan live up to it's rep? You be the judge! ------ About the Krewe ------ The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts.  Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at kreweofjapanpodcast@gmail.com or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy! ------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------ Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode! Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season! Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan!  ------ Links for Jordan Green/AfroInJapan ------ AfroInJapan on YouTube AfroInJapan on Instagram AfroInJapan's "The Myth of Crime in Japan" ------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------ JSNO Event Calendar Join JSNO Today!

Solo travel or group travel: is one really better for seeing Japan? The Krewe welcomes Ryotaro Sakurai back to the podcast to break down the pros and cons of both, from flexibility and independence to planning, convenience, and shared experiences. Plus, Ryotaro gives us a look at Umami Travel, the group tour company he's building and why he thinks there's room for a different kind of Japan travel experience. ------ About the Krewe ------ The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts.  Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at kreweofjapanpodcast@gmail.com or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy! ------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------ Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode! Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season! Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan!  ------ Links for Ryotaro & Umami Travel ------ Ryotaro's Japan YouTube Channel Ryotaro on IG Umami Travel Website Kessennuma Knitting INEtoAGAVE (Craft Sake) ------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------ JSNO Event Calendar Join JSNO Today!

What goes into kicking off, planning out, & sustaining a podcast? The Krewe presented their lived experiences in podcasting, along with recommendations & tips for aspiring content creators in the US-Japan space, during a workshop on July 30, 2026 at the NAJAS (National Association of Japan-America Societies) National Conference. This episode is that workshop! ------ About the Krewe ------ The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts.  Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at kreweofjapanpodcast@gmail.com or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy! ------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------ Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode! Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season! Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan!  ------ Links for NAJAS ------ NAJAS Website NAJAS Conference Website ------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------ JSNO Event Calendar Join JSNO Today!

Randy chats with his good friend Martin Kendall Wong who is a writer, publisher, community organizer. So many great stories from his days running iconic magazine Giant Robot. He writes for DIY punk magazine Razorcake now.https://bymartinwong.wordpress.com/about/https://www.instagram.com/martinkendallwong/?hl=enhttps://razorcake.org/Mentioned in this episode:Izotope May 26Izotope May 26 Hyphenate https://www.izotope.com/?srsltid=AfmBOopXEWcyN8kaibGlJVOBdS0gJanIlXeDoM13n6yXukB9zjPbc3WY

Former LSU standout, NBA veteran, and professional basketball player Johnny O'Bryant III joins the Krewe to discuss his unique connections to Japan, from playing for the Ibaraki Robots in Japan's B.League to founding Noir Caesar, his own manga publishing company. We explore his experiences living and competing in Japan, how a lifelong passion for manga grew into a business, and what it takes to balance life as a professional athlete and entrepreneur. It's a conversation about basketball, Japanese culture, creativity, and chasing passions both on and off the court. ------ About the Krewe ------ The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts.  Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at kreweofjapanpodcast@gmail.com or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy! ------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------ Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode! Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season! Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan!  ------ Links for Johnny & Noir Caesar ------ Noir Caesar Website Johnny on IG B.League Website ------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------ JSNO Event Calendar Join JSNO Today!

In this kaiju sized season finale Jonny and Mark sit down to watch and discuss episodes 23 and 24 of "Dan Da Dan", " Hey, It's a Kaiju!" and "Clash! Space Kaiju vs. Giant Robot!". 

What role do Japan Societies and Japan-America Societies play in strengthening the relationship between the United States and Japan? In this episode, the Krewe sits down with Dr. Joshua Walker, former President and CEO of the Japan Society in New York, to discuss U.S.-Japan relations, the unique impact organizations of all sizes can have at every level of cultural exchange, and why local interactions remain essential to the partnership between both nations. We also explore what the future may hold for U.S.-Japan relations and how individuals and communities can help shape it. ------ About the Krewe ------ The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts.  Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at kreweofjapanpodcast@gmail.com or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy! ------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------ Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode! Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season! Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan!  ------ Links for Joshua & Japan Society ------ Joshua's LinkedIn Joshua's Book -- Japan: Beyond the Genkan (Amazon) Japan Society (NYC) ------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------ JSNO Event Calendar Join JSNO Today!

Season 7 is here! The Krewe kicks off the new season with language learner & content creator Kyle Metcalf, known for his viral street interviews in Japan where he practices his Japanese through conversation... until he's fluent in Japanese! Kyle joins us to share his Japanese language journey, how real conversations helped him build confidence & move towards fluency goals, practical advice for overcoming the fear of speaking, and what goes on behind the scenes of his popular street interview videos. Whether you're just beginning to learn Japanese or looking for inspiration to take your skills further, this episode is full of insights, encouragement, & plenty of fun stories. ------ About the Krewe ------ The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts.  Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at kreweofjapanpodcast@gmail.com or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy! ------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------ Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode! Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season! Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan!  ------ Links for Kyle ------ Kyle on Instagram Kyle on TikTok Kyle on YouTube Kyle's TEDx Talk (YouTube) ------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------ JSNO Event Calendar Join JSNO Today!

SURPRISE! Season 7 is almost here! The Krewe has been grinding away, putting together a jam-packed line-up of spectacular guests & intriguing episode topics. This preview is packed with sneak peeks at what's to come in Season 7. Some snippets include: - Interviewing Kyle Metcalf in English about interviewing people in Japan until he's fluent in Japanese - Discovering the roles of Japan Societies big & small with Dr. Joshua Walker   - Exploring the intersection of manga & basketball with pro basketball player & entrepreneur Johnny O'Bryant III - Debating the benefits of solo travel vs group travel with YouTuber & travel expert Ryotaro Sakurai of LifeBridge & Umami Travel - Finding out if Japan really is safe with Jordan Green aka AfroInJapan - Unearthing opportunities for intercultural exchange through the Fullbright Program with Dr. Rose Honegger - Indulging in some Kabuki theatre with Larry Kominz   - Tapping into the creativity of cosplay with Maria of Oz Costumes - Teaching Japanese through the J-LEAP Program with Aina Kondo - Hitting the hiking trails of Tohoku with Quinlan of Go North Japan This is only HALF of what's to come this season... we got a lot more still in the works but gotta keep that unwrapped! So stay tuned for our season 7 premiere on July 10, 2026 and stick around for the rest of the season to find out what else we have in store on Season 7 of Krewe of Japan Podcast!! ------ About the Krewe ------ The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts.  Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at kreweofjapanpodcast@gmail.com or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy! ------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------ Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode! Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season! Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan!  ------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------ JSNO Event Calendar Join JSNO Today!

Cerebral interface is activated! And go for Giant Robot Hellboy Book Club! Join us as we sort through the listener feedbag, share some animated recommendations and get strapped to a chair contraption and made to control a giant bookclub member! Then follow along as we adore Duncan Fegredo's art in "Giant Robot Hellboy!" Fire Knuckle Grenades! 03:40 - Listener Feedback  13:06 - Whaddya See, Whaddya Say 25:38 - Giant Robot Hellboy Check out some Muffin But Good Vibes performances! https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6fFUsodW4iCtCe4CXkNCLp?si=nRxNpjX3RAS4bV8Xkq9aNg https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0c01A2HniCU6v4xZeFznCm?si=vGdbl4tpTHWUbxgJStvIhw https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KHy1irHT2cI Check out Eric Askue on Instragram https://www.instagram.com/reels/DY-8UAAuCjj/ https://gkus.us/ Thank you Dr. Frinkelstein for sharing your 3D printed "Magician & The Snake!" https://www.printables.com/model/1728678-the-magician-and-the-snake-statue Follow the good Doctor, here https://bsky.app/profile/doctorfrinkelstein.bsky.social "Death Beyond Death: Jian Spirits in Chinese Popular Belief," by Elizaveta Volchkova https://www.researchgate.net/publication/371591669_Death_Beyond_Death_Jian_Spirits_in_Chinese_Popular_Belief opening & closing theme by https://onlybeast.com

Quang Le joins the show for part one of a two-part conversation about collecting, creativity, and the foundation that eventually led to Creature Bazaar.Before Creature Bazaar and SummerSlime, Quang was a lifelong toy collector shaped by Ninja Turtles, Transformers, Japanese robot cartoons, Asian market imports, punk shows, D&D, photography, fashion, and underground art culture.We talk about his early connection to toys, touring with The Aquabats, working in photography and fashion, discovering Japanese soft vinyl through Giant Robot and Super7, and eventually finding himself surrounded by artists, collectors, and makers who would help shape the modern sofubi scene.This episode is about community before business, collecting before creating, and the relationships that quietly build something bigger.On Instagram: @photosalaquangOn Instagram: @creature_bazaarThanks to Our SupportersRate & Review the Show! Leave a rating and review wherever you listen it's the best way to help Toys on Tap grow!Subscribe and Follow AlongInstagram:@toysontapLinkedin: Abraham MustoFacebook:@toysontapYoutube:@Toysontap

Welcome to Four Records! Each episode, we feature one guest as they discuss the four records that helped shape them at four different times in their life. This week, Forrest speaks with Martin Wong. Martin was one of the founders and editors of Giant R...

Welcome to Four Records! Each episode, we feature one guest as they discuss the four records that helped shape them at four different times in their life. This week, Forrest speaks with Martin Wong. Martin was one of the founders and editors of Giant Robot Magazine, which ran from 1994 to 2011. Since 2019, he has been a contributor to Razorcake magazine, providing interviews and reviews. From 2013 to 2022, he raised money to help save music programs in Los Angeles schools with a series of afternoon matinees called Save Music in Chinatown. Follow him on Instagram, where you can find dates of DJ sets and upcoming events throughout LA.   Martin Wong's Four Records:   0-10: Cheap Trick - Live At Budokan  Teenage: The Clash - London Calling Twenties: J Church - Camels, Spilled Coronas, and The Sound of Mariachi Bands Recent Record: Channel 3 - 40    Listen on Podbean Listen on YouTube Listen on Spotify LIsten on Apple Podcasts Listen on Amazon Music Listen on iHeartRadio   Follow us on Instagram Email: fourrecordspodcast@gmail.com www.DyingScene.com Opening song: Rad Skulls – Loud as Shit Closing song: Lucas Perea – Underneath Ashes

Hello Giant Robot FM listeners! First-time guest Brandon Bovia and returning friend GundamPixel join pmc and Stephen to discuss Hathaway's Flash book 2! To be clear, we're discussing the book, but let's be honest we have all just seen the film adaptation so that does come up.Thank you to David Bednar for reading excerpts!Please find Brandon here:https://bsky.app/profile/brandonbovia.bsky.socialPlease find GundamPixel at these links:Bsky: https://bsky.app/profile/gundampixel.bsky.socialSite: https://www.gundampixel.com/Please find David here:Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/shoebill.moeSkeet us @giantrobotfm.bsky.social and write to us ⁠⁠⁠⁠giantrobotfm@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Giant Robot FM is hosted by Stephen Hero and pmcTRILOGY Support us directly at ⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/giantrobotfm⁠⁠⁠ Graphic Design by DuarfS ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.behance.net/maezurita⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/duarfs⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Art by Szkin ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/szkinart.netMusic by fretzl (@fretzl) ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/fretzl⁠

Hello Giant Robot FM listeners! It's Hatha-May and we're here with our discussion on the first book of Hathaway's Flash. Topics include how is Hathaway as a Gundam protagonist, what's the deal with Kenneth and women, and more!Please find Maddy on bsky: https://bsky.app/profile/hyakushiki0087.bsky.socialPlease follow Coop here:Bsky: https://bsky.app/profile/riderstrike.bsky.socialSite: https://riderstrike.carrd.co/Skeet us @giantrobotfm.bsky.social and write to us ⁠⁠⁠⁠giantrobotfm@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Giant Robot FM is hosted by Stephen Hero and pmcTRILOGY Support us directly at ⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/giantrobotfm⁠⁠⁠ Graphic Design by DuarfS ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.behance.net/maezurita⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/duarfs⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Art by Szkin ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/szkinart.netMusic by fretzl (@fretzl) ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/fretzl⁠

Chad talks with a returning guest from the early days of the show, Brennan Dunn, founder of RightMessage. Featuring nearly 600 episodes ago on episode 18 of Giant Robots, Brennan is back to talk about how things have changed for him since his first appearance in 2012. Brennan reflects on working as a contractor and growing to become a company of one, why the scaling size of a business doesn't always equate to more productivity, and how he uses AI to keep operating costs down along with the minimal set up involved. — You can follow Brennan on LinkedIn to keep up to date with his work, or if you're looking to improve the messaging of your business you can try out RightMessage for free right now. You can also take a quick step back in time and revisit Brennan's original episode from 2012. Your host for this episode has been Chad Pytel. You can find Chad all over social media as @cpytel, or over on LinkedIn. If you would like to support the show, head over to our GitHub page, or check out our website. Got a question or comment about the show? Why not write to our hosts: hosts@giantrobots.fm This has been a thoughtbot podcast. Stay up to date by following us on social media - LinkedIn - Mastodon - YouTube - Bluesky © 2026 thoughtbot, inc.

A shy teenager in occupied Tokyo touches the wrong artifact and suddenly he can pull weapons out of people's hearts. That's the spark that kicks off our Mecha Monday deep dive into Guilty Crown, an anime that starts like a slick sci-fi action story and keeps twisting until it becomes a brutal look at power, grief, and what “saving the world” actually costs.We walk through the big plot beats from Lost Christmas and the Apocalypse Virus to GHQ's control, Funeral Parlour's resistance, and Shu Ouma's rise after gaining the Void Genome and the “Right Hand of the King.” We talk about why the Void concept is such a strong narrative tool, how Inori Yuzuriha anchors the emotional core, and how the series uses betrayal and memory to connect personal trauma to city-wide catastrophe. If you've ever searched for a clear Guilty Crown recap or an explanation of what the Voids mean, we keep it focused and listener-friendly.Then we get into the toughest stretch: Loop 7, scarcity, the ranking system, and the moment Shu's leadership turns cold after losing what matters most. Finally, we break down the endgame reveals, the climactic fight, and the bittersweet conclusion that saves the world while leaving lasting damage. We also tackle the debate: does Guilty Crown count as a mecha anime if the Endlaves are mostly on the enemy side?If you like anime reviews with full-story spoilers, high stakes, and honest reactions, hit play, then subscribe, share this with a friend who loves dystopian anime, and leave a review telling us your rating out of 10.Text us for feedback and recommendations for future episodes!Support the showWe thank everyone for listening to our podcast! We hope to grow even bigger to make great things happen, such as new equipment for higher-quality podcasts, a merch store & more! If you're interested in supporting us, giving us feedback and staying in the loop with updates, then follow our ZONE Social Media Portal to access our website, our Discord server, our Patreon page, and other social media platforms!DISCLAIMER: The thoughts and opinions shared within are those of the speaker. We encourage everyone to do their own research and to experience the content mentioned at your own volition. We try not to reveal spoilers to those who are not up to speed, but in case some slips out, please be sure to check out the source material before you continue listening!Stay nerdy and stay faithful,- J.B.Subscribe to "Content for Creators" on YouTube to listen to some of the music used for these episodes!

In this episode of the Official Xbox Podcast, we're revving our engines and hitting the streets in Forza Horizon 6. We're talking to the devs about what it takes to translate the idyllic countrysides and fast-paced cities of Japan into an experience that has something for everyone. So, whether you're a fan of white-knuckled-down-to-the-last-second racing, just want to vibe and take in the sights, or if you're a homebody who wants to customize your garages and villas to your heart's content, this is the episode for you.00:00 Introduction01:12 What is the main difference between Forza Horizon 6 from 5?03:37 How do people approach Forza Horizon Games?06:07 What inofrms those Get to the Festival moments09:41 How did you make that decision to shift that focus from professional driver to aspiring?13:37 How did you go about tackling the various regions in Japan?15:39 Have you had to approach how the cars aroundyou drive in the Tokyo City location?19:34 How did you create the various regions in ways that make them feel independent and unique to themselves?21:48 How do you make a racing game that can make you stop to explore and how do you how do you approach stopping people?24:18 Garage building and other customizations28:45 Are you able to say anything about that mech tease from the end of the Developer Direct trailer at this point?29:43 OutroFOLLOW XBOXFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Xbox​​​ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Xbox​​​ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Xbox

Back from the history episode, Mark and BJ join pmc and Stephen to cover the Beltorchika's Children novel itself along with plenty of general Gundam digressions.Taiga Ichikawa's Interviews w/ Yutaka Izubuchi: https://ichikawataiga.com/2021/11/02/6buchi/https://www.ichikawataiga.com/2021/11/03/7buchi/https://ichikawataiga.com/2021/11/06/10buchi/https://ichikawataiga.com/2021/11/05/9buchi/2/Please find BJ at:Twitter: https://twitter.com/zeonicscansBsky: https://bsky.app/profile/zeonicscans.bsky.socialPatreon: http://patreon.com/zeonicscansSite: https://zeonic-republic.net/Please find Mark at:Bsky: https://bsky.app/profile/toysdream.bsky.socialSite: https://ultimatemark.com/Gundam site: https://www.gundamunofficial.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ultimatoy/Skeet us @giantrobotfm.bsky.social and write to us ⁠⁠⁠giantrobotfm@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Giant Robot FM is hosted by Stephen Hero and pmcTRILOGYSupport us directly at ⁠⁠patreon.com/giantrobotfm⁠⁠Graphic Design by DuarfS ⁠⁠https://www.behance.net/maezurita⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/duarfs⁠⁠⁠Art by Szkin ⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/szkin_art⁠⁠⁠Music by fretzl (@fretzl) ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/fretzl⁠

Wild Billy Childish and CTMF lanzan “House on fire” (Damaged Goods), nueva entrega del prolífico e icónico artista del Medway. En la marmita también hay novedades como el regreso de The Statics, lo próximo de Brad Marino, Muck and the Mires invocando a Roky Erickson o el último single de Kid Congo Powers.Playlist;WILD BILLY CHILDISH & CTMF “The magpies flown” (House on fire, 2026)WILD BILLY CHILDISH & CTMF “House on fire” (House on fire, 2026)WILD BILLY CHILDISH and THE NORTH KENT FOLKWAYS REVIVAL “The Medway Queen” (2026)THE STATICS “Homicidal psycho jungle cat” (2026)GIANT ROBOTS “Avanti la macchina” (Fuzz you, 2024)BEE BEE SEA “Angel” (Stanzini can be alright, 2025)MUJERES “Cristales” (Es un dolor inexplicable, 2026)BRAD MARINO “Dissin and dismissin” (Agent of chaos, 2026)MUCK and THE MIRES “The ghost of Roky Erickson” (The ghost of Roky Erickson, 2026)ROKY ERICKSON “If you have ghosts” (The evil one, 1981)KID CONGO and PINK MONKEY BIRDS “Aprodite expedite” (2026)THE CRAMPS “New kind of kick” (1981)DENIZ TEK “Here and gone” (The beat, 2026)DRAKULAS “Singin’ with my tongue cut out” (2026)THE JUST JOANS “Here come the rugby boys” (Romantic visions of Scotland, 2026)THE CHEFS “Records and tea” (1980)Escuchar audio

A War, A Bride, and Kaiju Vibes This week on the podcast, Brian and Darryl review Netflix's sci-fi military action movie War Machine, break down Maggie Gyllenhaal's wild gothic swing The Bride!, and head back into the Monsterverse for Monarch: Legacy of Monsters Season 2, Episodes 1 and 2. Episode Index Intro: 0:07 War Machine: 8:50 The Bride!: 30:50 Monarch: 55:22 War Machine (2026) Netflix original movie Directed by Patrick Hughes Stars Alan Ritchson, Dennis Quaid, Stephan James, Jai Courtney Premise: Army Ranger selection turns into a fight against a giant alien killing machine Did the premise rule or feel like rejected action-figure packaging copy? Is Alan Ritchson becoming the king of “large man solves impossible nonsense” cinema? Was this dumb-fun in the right way or just loud? Ratings out of 10 When ED 209 Gets on Gear and Rampages Brian: 6.15/10 Darryl: 7.2/10 The Bride! (2026) Theatrical release from Warner Bros. Directed and written by Maggie Gyllenhaal Stars Jessie Buckley, Christian Bale, Annette Bening, Peter Sarsgaard, Jake Gyllenhaal, Penélope Cruz Premise: In 1930s Chicago, Frank seeks a companion, and a murdered woman is brought back to life as the Bride Ambitious art-horror fairy tale or self-conscious prestige weirdness? How was Christian Bale's monster performance? Did the punk tone work? Did the movie deserve better than its opening weekend, or was the audience basically saying “absolutely not, you little goblin”? Rating out of 10 Mary Shelly’s Bonnie and Clyde Possession Acid Trip Brian: 6.2/10 Darryl:5.1/10 Monarch: Legacy of Monsters (AppleTV) Apple TV+ Monsterverse series Season 2 premiered February 27, 2026 Episode 1: Cause and Effect Summary Season 2 opens with Monarch thrown into chaos by Keiko's return after being presumed dead for decades. At the same time, Cate goes against orders to try to save Shaw, and that rescue effort helps unleash a dangerous new Titan. Broadly, the episode works as a reset button for the season: it reconnects the fractured cast, throws everyone back into crisis mode, and pushes the story deeper into Skull Island and the larger Titan threat. Episode 2: Resonance Summary The second episode splits its tension between two fronts. Lee and Keiko investigate a secretive village tied to a cult-like devotion to a mysterious sea creature, while Cate runs into a deadly stowaway situation on the Monarch side of the story. Reviews and synopses describe the episode as expanding the threat beyond Skull Island, with a rogue Titan moving toward busy shipping lanes, so it feels less like setup and more like the season starting to flex its monster-muscle a bit. Returning cast includes Kurt Russell, Wyatt Russell, Anna Sawai, Kiersey Clemons, Ren Watabe, Mari Yamamoto, Joe Tippett, Anders Holm, and Takehiro Hira Did the season come back strong? Are the human characters finally balancing better with the monster spectacle? Titan X reaction Kong/Godzilla/Monsterverse integration Rating out of 10 NEVER LET CATE RANDA TOUCH A BUTTON Brian: 6.78/10 Darryl: 6.3/10 Contact Us The Infamous Podcast can be found wherever podcasts are found on the Interwebs, feel free to subscribe and follow along on social media. And don't be shy about helping out the show with a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts to help us move up in the ratings. @infamouspodcast facebook/infamouspodcast instagram/infamouspodcast stitcher Apple Podcasts Spotify Google Play iHeart Radio contact@infamouspodcast.com Our theme music is ‘Skate Beat’ provided by Michael Henry, with additional music provided by Michael Henry. Find more at MeetMichaelHenry.com. The Infamous Podcast is hosted by Brian Tudor and Darryl Jasper, is recorded in Cincinnati, Ohio. The show is produced and edited by Brian Tudor. Subscribe today!