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Hello, Kaiju Lovers! Hello, MIFV MAX members! First-time guest Rob Buck of The Power Chamber Podcast joins Nate for "The Ultra Journey" to discuss the first of its kind in the Ultra Series: Ultraman Tiga & Ultraman Dyna: Warriors of the Star of Light. This was the first wholly original tie-in film for a then-current Ultraman show on TV. While the title promises a crossover, behind-the-scenes shenanigans kept it from being as epic as it could've been. That being said, as a "midquel" for Dyna, it's a solid piece of tokusatsu. The film explicitly expresses the franchise's vehement anti-nihilism worldview and shows why the TDG Trilogy era is beloved. Since one of the main antagonists, the amazingly named Deathfacer, is an evil giant robot programmed with the memories of the Super GUTS team, this episode's Toku Topic is a (sorta) brief history of artificial intelligence (A.I.). Enjoy! For full shownotes, including a bibliography of sources, visit this episode's blog post on the MIFV website: https://monsterislandfilmvault.com/index.php/2026/06/12/episode-112-ultraman-tiga-ultraman-dyna-warriors-of-the-star-of-light-vs-rob-buck-the-ultra-journey/.  "JIMMY'S NOTES" COMING SOON! Check out Nathan's spinoff podcasts, The Henshin Men and The Power Trip, and Henshin Power V3! We'd like to give a shout-out to our free MIFV MAX patrons on Patreon: Cordell Stevens, John Pannozzi, Jacob Heron, Cool Cat Videos, Bransbow, Sean Sullivan, Frankie Wolf, Russel Hale, FRIEN Jadge, Bob Hard, ArtsieSteph, Robert O'Brien, DD Chief, Kaye, Nobody, The Indiscrite One, Clayton Warden, Enigma, Dave Blanken, Patrick Greenlaw, Mikki, Josh Baughan, Shane Cochran, Francis Chopin, and Geek 3D Art. You, too, can join MIFV MAX on Patreon to get this and other perks starting at only $3 a month! (https://www.patreon.com/monsterislandfilmvault) Buy official MIFV merch on TeePublic! (https://www.teepublic.com/user/the-monster-island-gift-shop). NEW MERCH NOW AVAILABLE! This episode is approved by the Monster Island Board of Directors. Timestamps: Introduction: 0:00-21:21 Entertaining Info Dump: 21:21-30:18 Toku Talk (main discussion): 30:18-1:38:57 Culture Box Ad – The Untold Podcast: 1:38:57-1:39:48 Toku Topic – A Brief History of Artificial Intelligence: 1:39:48-2:55:56 Outro (listener feedback and housekeeping): 2:55:56-3:11:20 Credits: 3:11:30-end Podcast Social Media: MIFV Linktree: https://linktr.ee/monsterislandfilmvault Nate's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/nathan_marchand MIFV is a member of PodNation (https://podnation.tv/) MIFV is one of Feedspot's top 10 tokusatsu podcasts! (https://blog.feedspot.com/tokusatsu_podcasts/) MIFV is one of Feedspot's top 20 monster podcasts! (https://podcasts.feedspot.com/monster_podcasts/) www.MonsterIslandFilmVault.com #JimmyFromNASALives, #MonsterIslandFilmVault, #Podcast, #kaiju, #MIFV, #ultraman, #theultrajourney, #tsuburayaproductions, #ultramandyna, #ultramantiga © 2026 Moonlighting Ninjas Media

Architectural Friction: Engineering Corporate Innovation Through Productive Discomfort with Anthony ReevesIn a recent episode of The Thoughtful Entrepreneur Podcast, host Josh Elledge sat down with Anthony Reeves, an elite international keynote speaker, growth consultant, and author of Eat the Donkey, to dismantle the hidden operational liabilities of corporate complacency. Anthony, whose background spans intense ultra-endurance sports like Ultraman to driving high-stakes team strategy within Amazon's leadership ecosystem, argues that convenience is the ultimate enemy of enterprise scale. This conversation serves as an essential manual for middle-market founders and executive teams looking to build high-performance cultures, showing how institutionalizing deliberate operational friction can shield an organization from stagnation and unlock sustainable corporate growth.The Strategy of Stretch: Structuring Vulnerability and Governance for Enterprise ScaleThe primary threat to long-term market authority is rarely an external competitor, but rather an internal slide into institutional comfort and short-term operational thinking. Anthony Reeves explains that when a business attempts to over-engineer convenience and eliminate all administrative friction, it naturally dulls the creative drive and risk-taking capacity of its workforce. Elite multinational enterprises—such as Amazon, Airbnb, and LVMH—combat this stagnation by intentionally embedding productive discomfort directly into their talent metrics and core performance reviews. Instead of evaluating managers solely on safe, predictable output, these organizations systematically reward teams that push boundaries and test unproven hypotheses. When a company normalizes failure as a key data point in the innovation pipeline, it strips away the perfection paralysis that stalls product development, transforming calculated risk from an existential threat into a highly predictable revenue driver.To sustain this high-yield operational velocity without causing employee burnout or talent attrition, leadership must establish a culture anchored in absolute transparency and foundational alignment. When structural disruptions inevitably occur, companies often make the mistake of deploying sanitized, risk-averse public relations scripts that destroy trust with both clients and internal stakeholders. True market differentiation is achieved when executives possess the psychological safety to publicly own corporate mistakes, a practice modeled directly by Amazon's leadership principles. By treating unexpected errors as transparent opportunities for optimization, leaders build deep organizational resilience. This vulnerability must be paired with an unyielding commitment to the enterprise's "foundational focus"—the core mission and values that define the brand—ensuring that the business aggressively rejects short-term, trend-chasing distractions that do not map to its long-term enterprise value.Transitioning an organization out of complacency requires a corporate architect who can precisely differentiate between productive growth discomfort and destructive operational chaos. Through specialized consulting frameworks and strategic keynote sessions, Anthony assists leadership teams in auditing their current workflows to identify where compliance has replaced creativity. This systems-driven alignment demands that corporate metrics shift toward tracking long-term structural milestones rather than immediate quarterly micro-gains. By designing clear accountability guardrails and providing continuous executive development, founders can safely guide their teams through the discomfort of rapid market shifts. Ultimately, market dominance belongs to the enterprises that treat stress not as a crisis to be managed, but as the primary catalyst required to scale impact and maintain premium authority across their entire industry vertical.About Anthony ReevesAnthony Reeves is a globally recognized keynote speaker, growth consultant, and the author of Eat the Donkey. Drawing from an extraordinary background in world-class ultra-endurance sports—including completing Ultraman and Ironman competitions—and extensive leadership experience within Amazon, Anthony specializes in the mechanics of human and corporate optimization. He serves as a trusted advisor to executives, helping them design high-accountability workplace cultures that embrace strategic challenge to drive breakthrough innovation.About anthonyreeves.coanthonyreeves.co is the primary digital advisory hub for Anthony Reeves's global consulting and speaking practice. The platform provides mid-market corporations, enterprise leaders, and event organizers with direct access to custom corporate training modules, organizational alignment workshops, and leadership development resources. Through data-driven diagnostics and culture-shifting frameworks, anthonyreeves.co equips modern executive teams with the systems engineering required to reject mediocrity and manage complex operational scale.Links Mentioned in This EpisodeAnthony Reeves Official Website: anthonyreeves.coAnthony Reeves on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/anthonyreevesKey Episode HighlightsThe Complacency Trap: Why over-engineering comfort within corporate processes dulls innovation and introduces long-term vulnerability into your business.Institutionalizing Discomfort: Emulating Amazon's framework of rewarding employees based on their willingness to invent and take risks rather than just executing safe results.The Power of Foundational Focus: Examining how brands like Starbucks and Southwest Airlines maintain long-term market control by ruthlessly saying no to trend-chasing distractions.The ROI of Executive Vulnerability: Building intense customer and employee loyalty by openly owning corporate mistakes instead of relying on sanitized corporate scripts.Productive vs. Destructive Friction: Training management tiers to balance intense structural challenges with robust psychological safety guardrails.ConclusionThe conversation with Anthony Reeves highlights that corporate excellence is an intentional architecture built on the edge of the comfort zone. By deploying rigorous performance governance, fiercely protecting the organization's core mission, and treating failure as a mandatory component of growth, business leaders can transform a stagnant operation into an agile, self-sustaining corporate asset.More from The Thoughtful Entrepreneur

Episode #303! This time we will be talking about Digimon Beatbreak episode 33, Digimon Tamers on Blu-ray, v-pet pre-orders plus an Ultraman x Digimon V-Pet announced, cards, Digimon Up news, & more! Plus we answer your questions! Show notes can be found at http://podcast.withthewill.net/post/303/ News and Discussion can be found at https://www.withthewill.net The WtW Patreon can be found at https://www.patreon.com/withthewill Join us on Discord at https://discord.gg/VvWUfHq Questions for future episodes can be sent to podcast@withthewill.net

In dieser Episode diskutieren wir ein mögliches MacBook Ultra, sprechen über mobile Klimaanlagen und den Ferrari Luce. Außerdem: 007 First Light, Subnautica 2, Forza Horizon 6, Hörspiele bei ARD Sounds und vieles mehr … 

Jonathan Todd Ross, a voice actor and writer (the voice of Marik Ishtar & Yami Marik in the Yu-Gi-Oh! anime series), joins Lexie to discuss getting into acting and studying at NYU, stumbling into voice work via an urgent Ultraman audition that led to Yu-Gi-Oh!, and ultimately audiobooks, and why the original Yu-Gi-Oh! dub endures—universal themes, mythic battles, and inner duality. So tuck in your togas and hop aboard Trireme Transit for this week's exciting odyssey! Don't forget to follow us on Bluesky, Facebook & Instagram or visit our website www.theozymandiasproject.com! Originally recorded July 8, 2025. Learn more about Jonathan: https://www.jonathantoddross.com/ Check out his IMDb page: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1475002/ Follow him on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonathantoddross Follow him on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jtoddross Follow him on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jonathanross8102 Custom music by Brent Arehart of Arehart Sounds and edited by Dan Maday. Want a transcript of the episode? Email us at theozymandiasprojectpodcast@gmail.com and we can provide one. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us Fan MailWe sit down with Ultraman Australia's 2026 champions, Mark Thomson and Nat Dodd, to unpack how they manage 515 kilometers across three days in Noosa with calm pacing, tight recovery routines, and crews that never miss a beat. Mark Thomson joins from New Zealand's Coromandel Peninsula and breaks down how a first-time Ultraman athlete paces like a veteran: conservative swimming, steady biking by feel, and relentless fueling that protects day three. We talk crew roles, staying calm when the leaderboard is separated by seconds, and what it's like to have a school community tracking you through a 515-kilometer endurance test. Then we get into the closer: his run plan and the mindset behind dropping a sub-7-hour double marathon after two days of racing.Nat Dodd, also from New Zealand, shares the other side of the podium and the same core truth: execution beats drama. She explains the nutrition shift that finally solved race-day GI issues, her swim feeding routine with a paddler, and how her crew's energy kept her from going dark. We also talk pacing discipline on the double marathon, her “lungefluencer” moment on course, workplace support, and what she's considering next, from Ultraman New Zealand to a return to the Ironman World Championship.Be sure to check out all the action from the YouTube Livestream.If you're into Ultraman, Ironman, long-distance triathlon training, endurance nutrition, or building a crew system that actually works, this one is packed with practical takeaways. Subscribe for more, share it with your training group, and leave a quick review if these champion-level lessons help you race smarter.Resources mentioned in this episode:Hukuai Primary SchoolNo Code EventsPāuanui Trail EpicBlue Lake 24 hour ChallengeUM New ZealandIM New ZealandCoast to CoastTaupo MarathonAPAC Ingredients Shout outs and mentions in this episode:Matt KerrCarl ReadSimon CochraneSara RyanDouglas ClarkAnthony ElderMarco UllrichNev ThomsonMatt IgguldenCraig ThomsonRay ZahabCraig JacksonChris DoddJeff Morris Tim FranklinAnna LondillBrittney LittonGreg FraineRoy SpareyHarriet SteeleDawn JacksonSupport the showShow Contributors:Host : Larry RyanContributing Raconteur : Steve KingAnnouncer : Mary Jo DionneProduction : 5Five EnterprisesMusic  :  Run by 331For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.comFacebook: @515TheUltraPodcastInsta : @515theultrapodcastYoutube : @515TheUltraPodcastEmail : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

This week, we're continuing our tokusatsu meta-experience with a show that both is and very much ISN'T related to the Ultraman franchise! This time no guitar riffs are necessary to transform, but we can't guarantee Matthew Lawrence isn't involved!

Jace and Rocky break down the DC Comics releases for May 20, 2026, with discussion of Batman/Superman: World's Finest #51 revisiting Skartaris and the origin of Tyrant while Mark Waid continues modernizing classic DC concepts, Sirens: Love Hurts #4 wrapping with Horoscope defeated, Oliver Queen and Dinah Lance's wedding, and the various couples baskign in the romance, Wonder Woman #33 sending Diana and Steve Trevor into the underworld where Superman dies from kryptonite poisoning and Diana seeks the Fates after Matriarch's devastating victory, Absolute Flash #15 expanding the Absolute Universe mythology through Ray Palmer, Silas Stone, S.T.A.R. Labs, the Still Place, and Wally's disturbing visions of the future, Batwoman #3 raising questions about Kate Kane's behavior after she attacks Renee Montoya while Darkseid-connected forces appear to be circling her, Catwoman #87 escalating Black Mask's attack on Selina by using an imposter Catwoman convincing enough to fool Holly Robinson while Maggie's trauma remains tied to Black Mask, Deathstroke the Terminator #3 continuing Slade Wilson's mission with Death Blow and Deadshot brought into the conflict, End of Life #4 focusing on Eddie's complicated relationship with his father while the kidnapping storyline moves forward, Lobo #3 delivering an origin-heavy chapter for the Main Man, New Titans #35 continuing the Alpha Energy fallout while Stephanie Brown takes on a surprising leadership role, Nightwing #138 bringing Starfire to Blüdhaven for a Psion-related story that also moves the Witch of Blüdhaven plot forward while Barbara remains in Supermax, Superman Unlimited #13 using Beppo, excess Kryptonite, Tomorrow Man, young Jon Kent's Ultraman nightmare, and Lois trying to help her superpowered son to deepen the question of whether this young Jon is the real deal, and Absolute Green Arrow #1 launching a mystery-driven reinvention involving Dinah Lance, Oliver Queen, Hector Hammond, missing memories, and the question of who is really under the hood. They also cover the week's facsimiles, reprints, and collected editions, including Batman #244 Facsimile Edition, Gotham Central Compact Comics, DC Finest: Sgt. Rock of Easy Company, Superman Omnibus Vol. 1: Elseworlds, Absolute Blackest Night, and Teen Titans: The Bronze Age Omnibus, before ranking every book and naming their respective Books of the Week.

This week we are reading all your comments, reviews, and posts about Godzilla vs Ultraman with guest debater Nick Sheist joining us!Who Would Win Masters is all about the community, and we want to hear from YOU! So comment on our show posts on the Facebook Group, Instagram, Threads, and also our Patreon! TikTok too? YES!Ray and Sam are back to wrap up the community thoughts and talk a little bit about what they've been enjoying lately, maybe your next favorite thing is about to get a recommendation?If YOU think you've got what it takes, email a one minute demo to WhoWouldWinMasters@Gmail.com and let's see if you're ready to face the challenge...Check out Nick on the Bad Movies we Luv Podcast! Ray just went on there to talk about 2025's Bone Lake!You can now support us on Patreon at Patreon.com/WhoWouldWinMastersCheck out the Who Would Win YouTube Channel!https://www.youtube.com/@WhoWouldWinMastersFollow us on Tiktok, IG, and Everywhere Else: @WhoWouldWinMasters @AlmightyRay316 @SamProofCheck out the Who Would Win Merch Store:WhoWouldWinStore.com#WhoWouldWin#VersusPodcast#FictionalFights#BattleDebate#UltimateShowdown#KaijuBattle#EpicClash#GeekDebate#NerdShowdown#MonsterBattle#Ultraman#UltramanSeries#Tokusatsu#UltraHeroes#SpeciumRay#UltramanFans#JapaneseHeroes#ClassicToku#UltraWarrior#KaijuHunter#Godzilla#KingOfTheMonsters#Kaiju#Toho#GodzillaFans#MonsterVerse#AtomicBreath#TitanBattle#Gojira#KaijuKing#KaijuVsHero#TokusatsuVsKaiju#GiantMonsterBattle#PopCultureDebate#GeekCulture#NerdCulture#FanDebate#CrossoverBattle#IconVsIcon#MonsterShowdownAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Western Sydney 70.3, Busso 100, IRONMAN Vietnam and UltraMan Oz going down in the past few weeks and coaches on the road in all directions, it's BAU for the Koa Sports Podcast. Some would say Vietnam was a great triathlon, many would argue Vietnam was a great ‘footy trip', you can decide. If you comment below for 2027, Greg will share with you his now infamous entry into the night club pool.  Drink responsibly. We secured our 19th IRONMAN TriClub title, having still never erected a single tent on race day, uncanny. UltraMan is given the once over by Coach Tim Franklin who had 3 starters and 3 finishers in the top 10, taking our alumni to 23 in the 11 years, ohana. So much more, but who reads words these days…. Enjoy! Join the Tribe. www.koasports.com.au

Giant Monster Messages: Ultraman Wonderful World (1996) We watch and discuss the 1996 celebration of 30 years of Ultraman in our episode for Ultraman Wonderful World.   Time 02:10 History 10:10 Plot 20:35 Talking Points 35:35 Messages 44:00 Final Thoughts 46:20 Listener Feedback Contact us at: Discord https://giantmonstermessages.com/ GiantMonsterMessages@gmail.com BlueSky Main Theme and Stingers Written by Matthias Fluor https://mfluor.ch/ Podcast Art by Laser 'lizard' Lluis Special Thanks to: Teachers everywhere Authors of the First Amendment

This week podcasting superstar Nick Sheist (Bad Movies we Love Podcast) joins the show to see if Godzilla can go 10 rounds with the kaiju killer himself, Ultraman! Judge Sam Proof will render his verdict, but all listeners can join our Patreon as FREE MEMBERS and vote on who they think won this battle!Who Would Win Masters is the premiere Vs Battle Podcast where our resident Battle Master Ray Stakenas challenges the entire Who Would Win community to round after round of spirited debate!You can support us on Patreon at Patreon.com/WhoWouldWinMastersIf YOU think you've got what it takes, email a one minute demo to WhoWouldWinMasters@Gmail.com and let's see if you're ready to face the challenge...Check out the Who Would Win YouTube Channel!https://www.youtube.com/@WhoWouldWinMastersFollow us on Tiktok, IG, and Threads: @WhoWouldWinMasters @AlmightyRay316 @SamProofCheck out the Who Would Win Merch Store:WhoWouldWinStore.com#WhoWouldWin#VersusPodcast#FictionalFights#BattleDebate#UltimateShowdown#KaijuBattle#EpicClash#GeekDebate#NerdShowdown#MonsterBattle#Ultraman#UltramanSeries#Tokusatsu#UltraHeroes#SpeciumRay#UltramanFans#JapaneseHeroes#ClassicToku#UltraWarrior#KaijuHunter#Godzilla#KingOfTheMonsters#Kaiju#Toho#GodzillaFans#MonsterVerse#AtomicBreath#TitanBattle#Gojira#KaijuKing#KaijuVsHero#TokusatsuVsKaiju#GiantMonsterBattle#PopCultureDebate#GeekCulture#NerdCulture#FanDebate#CrossoverBattle#IconVsIcon#MonsterShowdownAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

We review the racing from IRONMAN 70.3 Gulf Coast and that world record breaking dominant bike performance from Sam Long. Kate Bevilaqua has been following the recent Ultraman in Australia. Plus, we review the racing from Challenge Salou The state of professional prize pools – are there athlete payment issues within the PTO? The evolving technology in cycling including gear ratios and 3D-printed components. Upcoming races to watch – IRONMAN 70.3 Chattanooga and IRONMAN 70.3 Aix en Provence. Jack shares with us how he would tackle that hilly bike course in Aix. Kevin Hunt discusses his race at IRONMAN 70.3 Western Sydney   CHAPTERS 0:03:40 – Jacks last run training session before Hawkes Bay Marathon 0:10:17 – Ultraman Australia recap 0:13:12 – IRONMAN 70.3 race review and Sam Long's bike split 0:23:16 - 3D Printing in bike design 0:28:46 – IRONMAN 70.3 Chattanooga this weekend 0:29:19 – Challenge Salou recap 0:33:46 – PTO athlete payout concerns 0:40:21 – Chattanooga race insights and Chris Beckmans 0:45:48 – IRONMAN 70.3 Aix en Provence 0:56:26 – Bike course at IRONMAN 70.3 Aix en Provence 0:58:21 – Kevin Hunt and IRONMAN 70.3 Western Sydney LINKS: Jack Moody at https://www.instagram.com/jacktmoody/ Kate Bevilaqua at https://www.instagram.com/katebevilaqua/ Guy Crawford at https://www.instagram.com/guyrcrawford/ IM703 Gulf Coast at https://www.ironman.com/races/im703-gulf-coast Sam Long at https://www.instagram.com/samgolong/ IM703 Western Sydney at https://www.ironman.com/races/im703-western-sydney Hawkes Bay Marathon at https://hawkesbaymarathon.co.nz/ Ultraman Australia at https://ultramanoz.com.au/ IM703 Aix en Provence at https://www.ironman.com/races/im703-aix-en-provence IM703 Chattanooga at https://www.ironman.com/races/im703-chattanooga Challenge Salou at https://challenge-salou.com/en/

Send us Fan Mail515 kilometers can sound like a number. In Noosa, it turns into three days of decisions: how you fuel a 10 km ocean swim, how you survive a 276 km bike loop through the Sunshine Coast hinterland, and how you keep moving when the double marathon starts to ask harder questions than your training ever did.We're joined by Ultraman Australia race director Jeff Morris and KOA endurance coach and event MC Tim Franklin to preview Ultraman Australia 2026 from the ground up. We lay out the full 515 triathlon format and cutoffs, explain why the calendar dates differ depending on where you live, and share exactly how to follow along on the YouTube livestream. This year's coverage gets a major boost with live GPS tracking (even during the swim when signals allow), planned drone shots at sunrise, and crews calling in live so viewers at home can feel the real-time pressure and emotion on course.Jeff also gives a progress update on Ultraman New Zealand in Wanaka.  Then we get into the heart of race week: the 2026 field. From returning athletes chasing redemption to first-timers stepping up from Ironman to Ultraman, we spotlight what makes each competitor interesting, what crews need to know, and why Noosa's swim conditions and paddler support can shape the entire weekend.The Athletes:Nicole Allen, Sadanand Amarapur, Prajakta Aswar, Boris Bakouline, Ashley Bates, Rahul Chaudhary, Douglas Clark, Jacob Crowe, Devraj Devraj, Nat Dodd, Tabatha Draper, Roscoe Dray, Shane Duffy, Noe Duran, Anthony Elder, Guilherme Escaleira da luz Oliveira, Mehdi Gerbeaux, Jomy Jacob, Timothy Jensen, Shubham Kajale, Claire Kunc, Brittney Litton, Anna Longdill, Keri Mandell, Nestor Ochoa Rivera, Chia Ling Pow, Mahesh Prajapati, Erica Riley, Nathan Schmid, Patrick Shanahan, Marcus Smith, Puneet Sudhir Sood, Giancarlos Taraborrelli, Chloe Thomas, Mark Thomson, Dr Bishwanath Tiwary, Marco Ullrich, Denise Wilson.Resources mentioned in this episode:KOA Sports UM New ZealandKenilworth BakeryPeak Energy GumHervey Bay 100 T100 TriathlonUltraman MexicoShout outs and mentions in this episode:Tiff DahlJen McVeayAlex LunaBeñat OliveiraSimon Cochrane Steven KellerKellie RidgesDave CarrollMax AllansenTeaghan Roatz Anthony VloedmansVishesh MadanAndrew WheatleyPeter HodgsonAnthony LucasCraig JacksonAngus aka Bango DraperElans Anton Jen MacMillanKate BevilaquaNatalie ElderAlana SharmaPaul GiddingsMatt O'BrienKathleen SwallingAri LittonHayley FryAndrew TroutNick MallettMel CockshuttTim BelsteadKirsty SheehanSupport the showShow Contributors:Host : Larry RyanContributing Raconteur : Steve KingAnnouncer : Mary Jo DionneProduction : 5Five EnterprisesMusic  :  Run by 331For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.comFacebook: @515TheUltraPodcastInsta : @515theultrapodcastYoutube : @515TheUltraPodcastEmail : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

Nate, the secretly resentful host for Ultraman Nu, tries to get back into as normal a life as Monster Island will allow by visiting the Sekizawa Library to conduct research. There, he meets (and is smitten by) Jane, a lovely new librarian, who tells him a notorious T-rex is on display for the library's “Dinosaur Day.” Nate goes outside to see it, meeting M.A.K.O.'s leader, Captain Darke, just in time for the beast break out of its cage and go on a rampage. Now it's big dang hero time—even if Nate wishes it wasn't!  Ryan “The Omni Viewer” Collins: https://www.youtube.com/@omniviewer2115. Cover art by Jacob Heron: @LycanArtist. Ultraman Nu theme song by SilvrSage (https://silvrsage.com/). Check out Nathan's spinoff podcasts, The Henshin Men and The Power Trip, and Henshin Power V3! We'd like to give a shout-out to our free MIFV MAX patrons on Patreon: Cordell Stevens, John Pannozzi, Jacob Heron, Cool Cat Videos, Bransbow, Sean Sullivan, Frankie Wolf, Russel Hale, FRIEN Jadge, Bob Hard, ArtsieSteph, Robert O'Brien, DD Chief, Kaye, Nobody, The Indiscrite One, Clayton Warden, Enigma, Dave Blanken, Patrick Greenlaw, Mikki, Josh Baughan, Shane Cochran, Francis Chopin, Tieflingswordsbard, and the Rushmore Show.   You, too, can join MIFV MAX on Patreon to get this and other perks starting at only $3 a month! (https://www.patreon.com/monsterislandfilmvault) Buy official MIFV merch on TeePublic! (https://www.teepublic.com/user/the-monster-island-gift-shop). NEW MERCH NOW AVAILABLE! This episode is approved by the Monster Island Board of Directors. Podcast Social Media: MIFV Linktree: https://linktr.ee/monsterislandfilmvault Nate's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/nathan_marchand MIFV is a member of PodNation (https://podnation.tv/) MIFV is one of Feedspot's top 10 tokusatsu podcasts! (https://blog.feedspot.com/tokusatsu_podcasts/) MIFV is one of Feedspot's top 20 monster podcasts! (https://podcasts.feedspot.com/monster_podcasts/) www.MonsterIslandFilmVault.com #JimmyFromNASALives, #MonsterIslandFilmVault, #Podcast, #kaiju, #MIFV, #Ultraman, #UltramanNu, #audiodrama, #superhero © 2025, 2026 Moonlighting Ninjas Media

This week, Templeton Elliott, Jason from Frozen in Carbonite, and Patrick Kigongo are talking about two Portland-centric video, Four Course Emile and Ultraman then pro skaters on YouTube.

Rian Tavares não é apenas um consultor; ele é um sobrevivente que transformou vícios e 130kg em uma máquina de performance física e financeira. Neste episódio, ele revela como saiu do mercado financeiro tradicional para construir um império digital que alcança milhões, utilizando a mesma "energia compulsiva" que o levou a completar Ultramans e Ironmans.O cenário que Rian desenha é brutal: vivemos um "Cisne Negro" na economia brasileira, onde empresas centenárias estão pedindo socorro e 25% das companhias listadas em bolsa já não conseguem sequer pagar os juros de suas dívidas. Se você é empresário ou investidor, este vídeo não é um conselho — é um alerta de sobrevivência para quem não quer ser engolido pelo próximo colapso.00:00:00 - A ousadia de viver a vida dos sonhos 00:01:22 - O cenário do Cisne Negro e bancos quebrando 00:05:30 - A tragédia das dívidas: Raizen e Grupo Pão de Açúcar 00:15:30 - As duas maiores dores do empresário brasileiro 00:23:30 - Segredos de negociação: A Arte do Deal 00:33:00 - De 130kg ao Ultraman: hackeando a compulsão 00:44:00 - Por que sua hora deve valer mais (Lições de Tim Ferriss) 01:07:00 - Como vender publicidade sem parecer um vendedorSiga o Rian no Instagram:⁠https://www.instagram.com/falecomrian/Nos Siga:Marcelo Toledo: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/marcelotoledoInstagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/excepcionaispodcastTikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@excepcionaispodcast

Chris and Alex from Seismic Toys join the show to talk about building a licensed toy company from the ground up.From meeting at G-Fest to producing officially licensed Ultraman and Astro Boy figures, they break down what it actually takes to move from collector to creator. We dive into their first toy launch, the challenges of working with factories, and the reality of scaling a toy business.They also share the story behind their Kickstarter for The Last Dinosaur, including an 8-month hunt to track down the licensing rights and why blind box toys aren't as easy as they seem.This episode is packed with real insight for anyone serious about making toys.On Instagram: @seismictoysThis Episode is Sponsored by: Empire Blisters – Your go-to source for blister packaging! With 19+ styles and bundle deals, they've got everything you need to make your toys shine. Use code TOYSONTAP10 at checkout for 10% off. Patreon members get 20% off another reason to join!Support the Show on Patreon Unlock exclusive episodes, early access, and behind-the-scenes content: patreon.com/toysontapThanks 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!

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we travel to Ubatuba, Brazil, to catch up with Alex Luna, one of the driving forces behind the UB515 ultra triathlon. As the race enters its 13th year, Alex shares the origin story of how a small group of legends—including Alexandre Ribeiro and Corey Folk—brought the Ultraman distance to Brazil. We dive deep into the "Aloha" spirit that defines the event and discuss the logistical and emotional preparation for the 43 athletes set to take on the 515km challenge.What you will learn from this episode:The Power of "Just Letting it Happen": Alex recounts the advice from Corey Folk that finally launched the race in 2014.Course Logistics: A day-by-day walkthrough of the swimming, cycling, and running stages through some of Brazil's most scenic coastal and mountain roads.Community & Legacy: How the race serves as a transformative process for both athletes and staff, fostering lifelong connections.Athlete Dynamics: A breakdown of the 2026 field, including a record number of female participants and the veterans returning to defend their numbers.Follow the race on Instagram       UB 515 Website Previous appearances by Alex (S4E6) (S5E9)Resources mentioned in this episode:BR145Fodaxman IM BrasilShout outs and mentions in this episode:Alexandre RibeiroPaulo CalilCory FoulkSergio CordeiroCurtis TylerLeslie TylerSteve King Andrius LunaSandro Tanaka75 – Bernardo Tillmann78 – Erick Duarte99 – Aline Luftmann135 – Fabiano Peres147 – Dejalmo Almeida149 – Evandro Dutra169 – Marcelo Noia187 – Juan Armenteros200 – Eduardo Filho208 – Pedro Walfir220 – Igor Maciel225 – Luciano Bressy233 – Rian Tavares236 – Rafael Aragon241 – Rubens Gonçalo244 – Cléber Santos245 – Rodrigo Gregório246 – Diogo Brumm248 – Ana Heide249 – Luiza Machado250 – Marcele Salaverry251 – Diego Vidal252 – Julius Bomfim253 – Kildare Cardoso254 – Juliana Ennes255 – Fabi Silva256 – Tatiana Debiasi257 – Dankar Maridor258 – Rodrigo Arraes259 – Rafael Ruhl260 – Julio Tiliaque261 – Kalleb Potenza262 – Mauro Lima263 – Flavio Santos264 – Gabriel Brás265 – Fernando Oliveira267 – Victor Latarulla269 – João Paulo Morisson270 – Wagner Nishizawa271 – Renan Delavald272 – Pamela Oliveira273 – Roger Barroquello2Support the showShow Contributors:Host : Larry RyanContributing Raconteur : Steve KingAnnouncer : Mary Jo DionneProduction : 5Five EnterprisesMusic  :  Run by 331For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.comFacebook: @515TheUltraPodcastInsta : @515theultrapodcastYoutube : @515TheUltraPodcastEmail : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

Jake and Jay discuss everything from 1984's clip show, Ultraman Story, to Bat Boy officially joining the Cryptoids toy line to recent drops from Anraku Ansaku, Bandai's Godzilla Vinyl Art wave, and Geoffrey-nominated kaiju toy line, Acro's Kaiju Remix Series. Also, the toy haul includes some gems from Wonder Festival 2026 Winter, including exciting pieces from Permafrost Grocer, Hong Toys, and Max Toy Japan - plus, a Godzilland-y gift! Oh, and they go through a crazy kappa book!

Show Notes: Miles and Charlie are climbing a mountain, why are they climbing a mountain? Is it to meet God? The Devil? Their approaching mid-life crises? Whichever, we have now approached the 199th and 200th episodes of Trek on Our Big List and we are celebrating, if not in style, then with a movie- Star Trek V The Final Frontier to be exact. But before that, we have a little animated amuse-bouche with ‘The Magicks of Megas-Tu' where the Enterprise meets the Devil and Miles realises that for him, his adventure with Trek has brought him back to the beginning. Will he confront his pain or does he need his pain? Row Row Row your Boat.Episodes Discussed: Mystics of Megas-Tu (17:50) and Star Trek V-The Final Frontier (44:52)TALKING POINTS INCLUDE: The Scrubs reboot, Spider-Man 2, the issues with Marvel's use of Ultraman, why did Miles' mum have a crush on David Cassidy? Ed Bishop, the weird mystical stuff of Star Trek, Spock's nerdy use of magick, Bones' probably would go Matthew Hopkins in this situation, Miles' early memories of Star Trek was weird, how did this get past the US censors? The Shatnerverse starts here, Klaa looks like a Klingon Bill Bailey, a criminal waste of David Warner, when the comedy does and doesn't work, Shatner just having a nice little run around, do Vulcans have goths? Sybok is too pathetic to be played by Connery, you sometimes need to tell your audience if you're doing a subtext, was Uhura brought along specifically for naked fan dance? Charlie talks about his root canal, Why did the audience not like this film? Thankfully Sybok was not made the next Khan, familial cannibalism, is our 200th episode of Trek covered better or worse than our 1st, The Cage? How has John Lithgow not been in Star Trek? (Especially instead of that wizard show)

Miles and Charlie are climbing a mountain, why are they climbing a mountain? Is it to meet God? The Devil? Their approaching mid-life crises? Whichever, we have now approached the 199th and 200th episodes of Trek on Our Big List and we are celebrating, if not in style, then with a movie – Star Trek V: The Final Frontier to be exact. But before that, we have a little animated amuse-bouche with ‘The Magicks of Megas-Tu' where the Enterprise meets the Devil and Miles realizes that for him, his adventure with Trek has brought him back to the beginning. Will he confront his pain or does he need his pain? Row Row Row your Boat. Episodes Discussed: TAS: Mystics of Megas-Tu (17:50) Star Trek V-The Final Frontier (44:52) TALKING POINTS INCLUDE: The Scrubs reboot, Spider-Man 2, the issues with Marvel's use of Ultraman, why did Miles' mum have a crush on David Cassidy? Ed Bishop, the weird mystical stuff of Star Trek, Spock's nerdy use of magick, Bones' probably would go Matthew Hopkins in this situation, Miles' early memories of Star Trek was weird, how did this get past the US censors? The Shatnerverse starts here, Klaa looks like a Klingon Bill Bailey, a criminal waste of David Warner, when the comedy does and doesn't work, Shatner just having a nice little run around, do Vulcans have goths? Sybok is too pathetic to be played by Connery, you sometimes need to tell your audience if you're doing a subtext, was Uhura brought along specifically for naked fan dance? Charlie talks about his root canal, Why did the audience not like this film? Thankfully Sybok was not made the next Khan, familial cannibalism, is our 200th episode of Trek covered better or worse than our 1st, The Cage? How has John Lithgow not been in Star Trek? (Especially instead of that wizard show) Featured in this Episode: [ Additional Show Notes ] Music by Alfred Etheridge-Nunn. Read Miles's blog or Charlie's blog. [ Support this show on Ko-fi ] Subscribe to this Podcast: Apple PodcastsSpotifyAndroidRSSThe post 93. Star Trek V: What Does God Need With a Podcast? first appeared on Nerd & Tie Network.

** Back into it for 2026! Strap in! ULTRAMAN ACE is available for free on TUBI, Pluto, PLEX, and Amazon Prime! Also on Blu-Ray from Alliance Entertainment! Ultramanconnection.com for all your news and such Thank you, everyone, for listening to the show! Spread the word! We have a Facebook group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/ultramanpodcast Help us reach our NEW EQUIPMENT GOAL of $500 by buying us some coffee ko-fi.com/ultramanpodcast  We are also on Instagram @ultramanpodcast Now on BluSky at ultramanpodcast.bsky.social We couldn't do this podcast without the fine contributors at the Fandom Ultraman Wiki. Thank you for all that you do! https://ultra.fandom.com/wiki/Ultraman_Wiki Your Hosts- Rich Conroy and Pat Rooney Announcer- Gretchen Brooks Producer and audio wizard- Casey Kittel caseykittel.com Opening theme "Once More, While Seething" and all music for this podcast is provided by Terminal Sunburn- www.terminalsunburn.bandcamp.com ** This podcast is powered by Pinecast. Try Pinecast for free, forever, no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-5cfc6e for 40% off for 4 months, and support The Science Patrol.

Steve and Izzy, Other Tim, Bobby, and Mike discuss the Shaw Brother's ill fated attempt to jumpstart a franchise superhero series to compete with Ultraman. 

Send us Fan MailYou can learn a lot about an endurance athlete by what they avoid, and Brittney Litton avoids swimming. Then she signs up for Ultraman anyway, including a 10K swim, back-to-back monster bike days, and a double-marathon finish. Brittney joins us from New Zealand to talk about life as a working mom of two, a self-described “average” athlete with an anything-but-average appetite for big goals -- including wanting to set a new women's record time.Racing lessons land hardest in the Kona Ironman recap. Brittany breaks down how over-concentrated carb bottles, post-swim thirst, and relying on Coke can spiral into vomiting, cramps, and survival mode in heat and humidity. That story becomes a blueprint for smarter fueling: drink water early, keep mixes tolerable, and respect the environment. She pairs it with the Tarawera ultra experience, where a hip flexor issue forces an awkward running pattern and a painful finish, proving that pacing and problem-solving matter as much as fitness. Finally, we zoom out to Ultraman preparation: crew planning, swim anxiety, long rides, Pilates for core strength, and the mindset shift from chasing splits to treating races as tests. It is a grounded look at how an “average” athlete builds toward an extraordinary start line.Resources mentioned in this episode:UM Australia UM New ZealandLord of the RIngsIM TaupoTaupo 70.3Harry PotterZwiftMyWhooshR.I.O.T.  Zwift Team5 Passes Race Lake Taupo Cycle ChallengeIM World ChampionshipsTarawera Ultra Taupo MarathonWellington MarathonChrist Church MarathonQueenstown MarathonChrist Church 100km road championshipsShout outs and mentions in this episode:Simon CochraneJeff MorrisMax LittonAri LittonAnna Russel Taylor SwiftGracie AbramsTilly LittonMichael PhelpsKate BevilaquaFiona Gallagher Kylie BrownFat Cat RonFergus and CharlieSupport the showShow Contributors:Host : Larry RyanContributing Raconteur : Steve KingAnnouncer : Mary Jo DionneProduction : 5Five EnterprisesMusic  :  Run by 331For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.comFacebook: @515TheUltraPodcastInsta : @515theultrapodcastYoutube : @515TheUltraPodcastEmail : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

SHOWNOTES01:16 - Ultraman discussion! CREDITS Our music comes from the extremely talented Eclectic Method. We thank him for the permission to use the song "Monsters" throughout the show.If you'd like advertise with us or sponsor us, please e-mail tokyolivescast@gmail.com. Also check out our Patreon here!

Animation writer-director Shannon Tindle joins Drew Taylor for a wide-ranging conversation about breaking into animation, developing new projects, and navigating Hollywood's ever-changing animation landscape. Shannon reflects on his career from CalArts to DreamWorks and beyond, sharing behind-the-scenes stories from Ultraman Rising, Kubo and the Two Strings, and projects that never made it to the screen. He also discusses his upcoming animated John Wick prequel and how animation opens creative possibilities that live action can't. HIGHLIGHTS • Shannon Tindle discusses how artists today can break into animation from anywhere in the world thanks to digital portfolios, social media, and global collaboration. • The evolution from analog portfolios and paper storyboards to Cintiq tablets and fully digital pipelines - and how that shift changed how animation talent gets discovered. • Shannon shares details about his unproduced Disney animated series inspired by The Haunted Mansion, which would have followed a young girl tracking down escaped ghosts from the attraction's famous “999 happy haunts.” • A second Disney concept explored a modern take on the Lost Boys from Peter Pan, imagining a diverse group of kids in today's world and a girl challenging the group's “no girls allowed” rule. • Behind-the-scenes insights into developing Ultraman Rising, including how the project began as an original concept before becoming an official Ultraman film and how Japanese fans reacted to the finished movie. • Shannon explains how his upcoming animated John Wick project will expand the franchise with stylized action sequences impossible in live action while also exploring the emotional origin story of John and Helen. • The creative challenge of balancing large-scale action with quiet character moments - something Shannon sees as essential to preserving the tone that makes the John Wick films work. • Stories from Shannon's time at DreamWorks working alongside artists like Nico Marlet, Carlos Grangel, and Tony Siruno, and how collaborative studio environments sharpen artists' skills. HOSTS • Drew Taylor - IG: @drewtailored | X: @DrewTailored | Website: drewtaylor.work GUEST • Shannon Tindle - IG: @shannon_tindle FOLLOW • Facebook: JimHillMediaNews • Instagram: JimHillMedia • TikTok: JimHillMedia SUPPORT Support the show and access bonus episodes and additional content at Patreon.com/JimHillMedia. PRODUCTION CREDITS Edited by Dave Grey Produced by Eric Hersey - Strong Minded Agency If you would like to sponsor a show on the Jim Hill Media Podcast Network, reach out today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Animation writer-director Shannon Tindle joins Drew Taylor for a wide-ranging conversation about breaking into animation, developing new projects, and navigating Hollywood's ever-changing animation landscape. Shannon reflects on his career from CalArts to DreamWorks and beyond, sharing behind-the-scenes stories from Ultraman Rising, Kubo and the Two Strings, and projects that never made it to the screen. He also discusses his upcoming animated John Wick prequel and how animation opens creative possibilities that live action can't. HIGHLIGHTS • Shannon Tindle discusses how artists today can break into animation from anywhere in the world thanks to digital portfolios, social media, and global collaboration. • The evolution from analog portfolios and paper storyboards to Cintiq tablets and fully digital pipelines - and how that shift changed how animation talent gets discovered. • Shannon shares details about his unproduced Disney animated series inspired by The Haunted Mansion, which would have followed a young girl tracking down escaped ghosts from the attraction's famous “999 happy haunts.” • A second Disney concept explored a modern take on the Lost Boys from Peter Pan, imagining a diverse group of kids in today's world and a girl challenging the group's “no girls allowed” rule. • Behind-the-scenes insights into developing Ultraman Rising, including how the project began as an original concept before becoming an official Ultraman film and how Japanese fans reacted to the finished movie. • Shannon explains how his upcoming animated John Wick project will expand the franchise with stylized action sequences impossible in live action while also exploring the emotional origin story of John and Helen. • The creative challenge of balancing large-scale action with quiet character moments - something Shannon sees as essential to preserving the tone that makes the John Wick films work. • Stories from Shannon's time at DreamWorks working alongside artists like Nico Marlet, Carlos Grangel, and Tony Siruno, and how collaborative studio environments sharpen artists' skills. HOSTS • Drew Taylor - IG: @drewtailored | X: @DrewTailored | Website: drewtaylor.work GUEST • Shannon Tindle - IG: @shannon_tindle FOLLOW • Facebook: JimHillMediaNews • Instagram: JimHillMedia • TikTok: JimHillMedia SUPPORT Support the show and access bonus episodes and additional content at Patreon.com/JimHillMedia. PRODUCTION CREDITS Edited by Dave Grey Produced by Eric Hersey - Strong Minded Agency If you would like to sponsor a show on the Jim Hill Media Podcast Network, reach out today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ultraman gets the "shin" treatment.

Hello, Kaiju Lovers! You're not only getting a double feature in this episode of “The Ultra Journey” but also the long-awaited return of one of MIFV's first guests, Nick Hayden. Nate also returns to one of MIFV's original conceits: showing a kaiju/tokusatsu movie to someone who hasn't seen it. This time, it's the Ultraman Zearth duology. These quirky parodies feature an Ultraman trying to conquer his own trauma and phobias more than the deliciously evil alien supervillains. No, Zearth's true archenemies are mud and a volleyball. Strap in for Nate having too much fun with his new equipment and for discussions of strangely "NSFW" scenes in kids' superhero movies. The Toku Topics are mysophobia (aka “germophobia”) and hypochondria, because the former plagues poor Zearth in his first cinematic outing. For full shownotes, including a bibliography of sources, go to this episode's blog post on the MIFV website: http://monsterislandfilmvault.com/index.php/2026/03/13/episode-110-ultraman-zearth-12-vs-nick-hayden-the-ultra-journey/.  Check out Nick's podcast, Let's Finally Watch This: https://derailedtrainsofthought.com/index.php/show/lets-finally-watch-this/. Check out Nathan's spinoff podcasts, The Henshin Men and The Power Trip, and Henshin Power V3! We'd like to give a shout-out to our free MIFV MAX patrons on Patreon: Cordell Stevens, John Pannozzi, Jacob Heron, Cool Cat Videos, Bransbow, Sean Sullivan, Frankie Wolf, Russel Hale, FRIEN Jadge, Bob Hard, ArtsieSteph, Robert O'Brien, DD Chief, Kaye, Nobody, The Indiscrite One, Clayton Warden, Enigma, Dave Blanken, Patrick Greenlaw, Mikki, Josh Baughan, Shane Cochran, and Francis Chopin. You, too, can join MIFV MAX on Patreon to get this and other perks starting at only $3 a month! (https://www.patreon.com/monsterislandfilmvault) Buy official MIFV merch on TeePublic! (https://www.teepublic.com/user/the-monster-island-gift-shop). NEW MERCH NOW AVAILABLE! This episode is approved by the Monster Island Board of Directors. Timestamps: Introduction: 0:00-13:10 Entertaining Info Dump – ‘Ultraman Zearth': 13:10-21:57 Toku Talk – ‘Ultraman Zearth': 21:57-1:03:12 Entertaining Info Dump – ‘Ultraman Zearth 2': 1:03:12-1:11:51 Toku Talk – ‘Ultraman Zearth 2': 1:11:51-2:00:51 Culture Box Ad - The Rushmore Show: 2:00:51-2:02:15 Toku Topic – Mysophobia and Hypochondria: 2:02:15-2:24:25 Outro (listener feedback and housekeeping): 2:34:25-2:47:44 Credits: 2:47:44-end Podcast Social Media: MIFV Linktree: https://linktr.ee/monsterislandfilmvault Nate's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/nathan_marchand MIFV is a member of PodNation (https://podnation.tv/) MIFV is one of Feedspot's top 10 tokusatsu podcasts! (https://blog.feedspot.com/tokusatsu_podcasts/) MIFV is one of Feedspot's top 20 monster podcasts! (https://podcasts.feedspot.com/monster_podcasts/) www.MonsterIslandFilmVault.com #JimmyFromNASALives, #MonsterIslandFilmVault, #Podcast, #kaiju, #MIFV, #ultraman, #theultrajourney, #tsuburayaproductions, #ultramanzearth © 2025, 2026 Moonlighting Ninjas Media

Punch! Punch! Punch! Writer Craig J. Clark joins us for a tag-team battle: Superhero Godzilla and his new robot friend Jet Jaguar vs. goofy buds Gigan and Megalon (who is not a guy). We talk about Jet Jaguar's origins in a children's art contest, the shadow of popular toku heroes like Ultraman and Kamen Rider, and how MST3K, John Belushi, and the Democratic National Convention helped make this extremely low-budget movie a surprise hit in the US. Read Craig's articles on Crooked Marquee and Werewolf News.Craig on BlueskyCover Art by: ⁠Andy Vanderbilt⁠ (Bluesky⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠Twitch)⁠Read Derek's Kaiju United piece on Akumaizer 3!⁠Check out Glitterjaw's new show: Little Dead Aliens⁠!Part of⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Glitterjaw Queer Podcast Collective⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cover Art Gallery⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Discord⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠skreeonkpodcast@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Theme song:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠"BIO WARS - Synth Cover" by Kweer Kaiju⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sources include: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Godzilla: The First 70 Years by Steve Ryfle and Ed GodziszewskiA Critical History and Filmography of Toho's Godzilla Series by David KalatWikizilla

Elijah sits down with up-and-coming comic book artist Chris Yates to talk about his debut mech x kaiju comic Markus Walker: Kingslayer Protocol!Synopsis:As the war wages on between Kaijus and Kingslayer Mechs in New Honolulu City, Marcus Walker is forced into hiding under the watchful eye of his authoritative family, determined to protect him. This unexpected turn of events forces Marcus to confront the relentless dangers of his choices head on as the sinister forces dredge up old secrets from his bloodline's past and threaten his future.Support the Kickstarter here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/crushyourgoals/marcus-walker-kingslayer-protocol-a-kinetic-sci-fi-comicFollow Chris:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cyg47/?hl=enX: https://x.com/CYG47Threads: https://www.threads.com/@cyg47?xmt=AQF0auY7CuVlxZtU9PRQ4_iQTelETFqFNNNpBgh4tm6IFf8Follow Simone Ragazzoni:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simoneragazzoni/?hl=enKaiju Conversation is a podcast series diving into the world of tokusatsu featuring genres like science fiction, J-Horror, action, and comedy! From Godzilla, Gamera, and Ultraman to the deepest darkest places like Zeiram, Zebraman, and Tetsuo: The Iron Man.The podcast is hosted by Elijah Thomas and Jackson Gibbens. Email: kaijuconversation@gmail.comTwitter/Facebook: @kaiju_convers Instagram: kaiju_conversLinktree:https://linktr.ee/Kaiju_Convers YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuni8GjDt1abcYq39cOxzDw Discord Server:https://discord.gg/gEwRexe Merchandise:https://teespring.com/stores/kaiju-conversation • Host: Elijah Thomashttps://linktr.ee/ET13_PRODUCTIONS• Co-host/Editor: Jackson Gibbenshttps://linktr.ee/RexXenoDon't forget to leave us a 5-star review!

Transference, Pt. II: LuClark "I love my daddy" LuthorAfter being the official heir of Lionel Luthor, Tess receives a Kryptonian artifact that allows the user to swap places with their mirrored counterpart from Earth-2. Clark activates the device and goes to a world where he was raised by the Luthors, is a well-known murdered/tyrant called Ultraman, Oliver and Lois think he's a douche and apparently is having a secret affair with his "sister" Tess. After realizing this world sucks Clark has to figure out a way back home in order to stop his evil twin from taking over the planet and banging Lois.John Glover returns for a special guest appearance as Smallville original character Lionel Luthor. Tom Welling takes on the role of DC Comics' original character Ultraman.As always, enjoy the show and give us those FIVE STARS!

Coming soon from MIFV and Moonlighting Ninjas Media: Ultraman Nu: An Unofficial Audio Drama! A 12-episode saga coinciding with MIFV's season five theme, “The Ultra Journey,” with episodes written by Nathan Marchand and special guest writers. Featuring the voice talents of Shane Cochrane, Jenessah Schlatter, Ryan “The Omni Viewer” Collins, and more! Coming soon to a podcatcher near you! Ryan “The Omni Viewer” Collins as the announcer. (https://www.youtube.com/@omniviewer2115). Cover art by Jacob Heron (@LycanArtist). Ultraman Nu theme song by SilvrSage (https://silvrsage.com/). Check out Nathan's spinoff podcasts, The Henshin Men and The Power Trip, and Henshin Power V3! We'd like to give a shout-out to our free MIFV MAX patrons on Patreon: Cordell Stevens, John Pannozzi, Jacob Heron, Cool Cat Videos, Bransbow, Sean Sullivan, Frankie Wolf, Russel Hale, FRIEN Jadge, Bob Hard, ArtsieSteph, Robert O'Brien, DD Chief, Kaye, Nobody, The Indiscrite One, Clayton Warden, Enigma, Dave Blanken, Patrick Greenlaw, Mikki, Josh Baughan, Shane Cochran, and Francis Chopin. You, too, can join MIFV MAX on Patreon to get this and other perks starting at only $3 a month! (https://www.patreon.com/monsterislandfilmvault) Buy official MIFV merch on TeePublic! (https://www.teepublic.com/user/the-monster-island-gift-shop). NEW MERCH NOW AVAILABLE! This episode is approved by the Monster Island Board of Directors. Podcast Social Media: MIFV Linktree: https://linktr.ee/monsterislandfilmvault Nate's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/nathan_marchand MIFV is a member of PodNation (https://podnation.tv/) MIFV is one of Feedspot's top 10 tokusatsu podcasts! (https://blog.feedspot.com/tokusatsu_podcasts/) MIFV is one of Feedspot's top 20 monster podcasts! (https://podcasts.feedspot.com/monster_podcasts/) www.MonsterIslandFilmVault.com #JimmyFromNASALives, #MonsterIslandFilmVault, #Podcast, #kaiju, #MIFV, #Ultraman, #UltramanNu, #audiodrama, #superhero © 2025, 2026 Moonlighting Ninjas Media

Send a textStart with a last-minute sprint tri in footy shorts and end with a finish line that feels like family—that's the arc of Peter “Huddo” Hudson. We sit down with the four-time 515 finisher, personal trainer, and stalwart of the UM Australia Dream Team to unpack how a brutal first swim, a life-changing crash in Hawaii, and years of volunteering forged a deeper reason to race. What emerges is a raw, generous look at the culture that defines Ultraman: you arrive as strangers, you leave as family.Huddo walks us through the early days—being dragged into a race the night before, dog paddling next to a lifeguard, then getting hooked on the grind that builds real endurance. He shares how coaching and community carried his business through COVID, why day two on the bike still ties his stomach in knots, and how crews and race volunteers quietly stitch the event together with 20-hour days and calm heads. We revisit Hawaii 2015 and Scott McDermott's horrific crash, the “Relentless” bracelet found at the scene, and the long road to Scott's 2018 return. Along the way, you'll hear why rival crews stop to help, how a blind athlete's grit rewrites fear, and what it means to finish when the clock says you shouldn't.We also dive into purpose: fundraising after losing his mum, staging a solo double iron to turn grief into action, and the moment Huddo received the inaugural HUDDO Award minutes before learning his uncle had passed. It's a portrait of resilience anchored by service, friendship, and a shared promise to bring everyone home safe. Plus, a peek behind the curtain at UM Australia's evolving live stream and the launch of UM New Zealand—new routes, bigger climbs, and the same heartbeat.If stories of grit, community, ultra endurance, and human kindness move you, hit play. Then follow the show, share it with a friend who needs a lift, and leave a review so more people find these voices.Resources mentioned in this episode:UM Australia Ultraman World ChampionshipsLiving the Warrior Code (Documentary)  LinkIM Coeur d'AleneUM New ZealandShout outs and mentions in this episode:Jeff Morris (S7E11)Shane Duffy (S4E5)Matt O'Brien (S8E5)David KalinowskiMike Coughlin (S2E7)Erica RIley (S8E2)Beñat Oliveira (S7E6)Brittney Litton (S8E7)Scott McDermott (S1E9)Adam Fox   Gary Wang (S2E6)Staci StuderChristian Isakson (S3E5)John Domandl (S7E7)Daniel Merange Dayle JordanMel KempJason ClarkShae HamiltonKim JenkinsGillian WinterfordTiffany DahlSteve King (S1E1)Support the showShow Contributors:Host : Larry RyanContributing Raconteur : Steve KingAnnouncer : Mary Jo DionneProduction : 5Five EnterprisesMusic : Run by 331 For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.comFacebook: @515TheUltraPodcastInsta : @515theultrapodcastYoutube : @515TheUltraPodcastEmail : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

Delve back into madness alongside Elijah and Rex with Shinya Tsukamoto's Tetsuo The Iron Man.Kaiju Conversation is a podcast series diving into the world of tokusatsu featuring genres like science fiction, J-Horror, action, and comedy! From Godzilla, Gamera, and Ultraman to the deepest darkest places like Zeiram, Zebraman, and Tetsuo: The Iron Man.The podcast is hosted by Elijah Thomas and Jackson Gibbens. Email: kaijuconversation@gmail.comTwitter/Facebook: @kaiju_convers Instagram: kaiju_conversLinktree:https://linktr.ee/Kaiju_Convers YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuni8GjDt1abcYq39cOxzDw Discord Server:https://discord.gg/gEwRexe Merchandise:https://teespring.com/stores/kaiju-conversation • Host: Elijah Thomashttps://linktr.ee/ET13_PRODUCTIONS• Co-host/Editor: Jackson Gibbenshttps://linktr.ee/RexXenoDon't forget to leave us a 5-star review!

A palavra limite existe no vocabulário de Pepe Fiamoncini com uma única missão: ser o ponto de partida para um novo desafio. Foi assim que começou, quando ele fez uma prova de distância full com poucos meses de treinos, que depois o levou ao Ultraman, às ultramaratonas e aos recordes no Guinness (por enquanto são dois mas tem mais aí). Confira como foi o nosso papo!

Weekly Reviews: DC Absolute Wonder Woman Annual 2026 by Kelly Thompson, Mattia De Iulis Bleeding Hearts 1 by Deniz Camp, Stipan Morian, Matt Hollingsworth DC K.O. 4 by Scott Snyder, Javier Fernandez, Alejandro Sanchez Sirens: Love Hurts 1 by Tini Howard, Babs Tarr, Xanthe Bouma, Miquel Muerto Marvel Cyclops 1 by Alex Paknadel, Roge Antonio, Fer Sifuentes-Sujo Fall of Ultraman 1 by Kyle Higgins, Mat Groom, Davide Tinto, Rachelle Rosenberg Marc Spector, Moon Knight 1 by Jed MacKay, Dev Pramanik, Rachelle Rosenberg Star Wars: Jar Jar 1 by Ahmed Best, Marc Guggenheim, Kieran McKeown, Laura Braga, Mike Atiyeh) Wade Wilson, Deadpool 1 by Benjamin Percy, Geoff Shaw, Alex Sinclair Marvel Unlimited Infinity Comics: Symbie 3 by Jacob Chabot Boom The Center Holds 1 by Larry Hama, Mark D. Bright, Josh Burcham Hello Darkness: Good Bones and Other Sordid Tales 1 by Steve Orlando, Federico Sorressa, Lauren Affe, A.L. Kaplan, Marissa Louise, Dillon Snook, Brad Simpson, Adam Gorham, Francesco Segala Dark Horse Crown: A Tale of Hell 1 by Mike Mignola, Todd Mignola, Warwick Johnson Cadwell Dynamite DuckTales Valentine's Day Special 2026 by James III, Connor Ratliff, Libero Ermetti ThunderCats Valentine's Day Special 2026 by Ed Brisson, Elton Thomasi, Fabio Sora, Ren Spiller Vampirella Winter Special 2026 by Liam Johnson, Marc Borstel, Jordi Escuin Llorach Image Thing On the Doorstep 1 by Simon Birks, Willi Roberts Mad Cave Barbarian Behind Bars 1 by Elliot Kalan, Andrea Mutti Oni Tortured Hearts 1 by Amy Roy, Fabiana Mascolo Jordie Bellaire, Sebastian Cabrol Blake Howard, Tini Howard, Arjuna Susini, Michael Atiyeh Ann Nocenti, Dan McDaid, Michelle Madsen OGN Countdown Naraka Warrior Vol 2 by Albert Ng, Jerry Cho Luna Express by Campbell Whyte A Star Called the Sun by Simon Roy Oh, Brother by Georgina Chadderton Eeowulf Vol 1 and 2 by Mike Cavallaro, Irene Yeom Ami Moon and the Galactic Peackeepers Vol 1 by Frances Lee Nobody by Jeff Lemire TV Starfleet Academy ep6 A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms ep4 Movies Goat Additional Reviews: Mighty Nein s1 Batman '89: Echoes Friday News: new Spawn series by Gail, Momoa starring in Helldivers movie, new DC early readers graphic novel announced: You're A Superhero, new IDW crime line, Owl House graphic novel co-written by Dana Terrace, Infernal Hulk ending with issue 10, new Spidey mini by Dan Slott/Marcos Martin/Marcus To, Knights of Guinevere officially a series, Omninews, Rocketeer vs. King Kong crossover Trailers: Scarpetta, Spider Noir, Knights of Guinevere Comics Countdown (11 Feb 2026): Absolute Wonder Woman Annual 2026 by Kelly Thompson, Matt De Iulis DIE: Loaded 4 by Kieron Gillen, Stephanie Hans DC K.O. 4 by Scott Snyder, Javier Fernandez, Alejandro Sanchez w0rldtr33 18 by James Tynion IV, Fernando Blanco, Jordie Bellaire Supergirl 10 by Sophie Campbell, Joe Quinones Action Comics 1095 by Mark Waid, Patricio Delpeche Crown: A Tale of Hell 1 by Mike Mignola, Todd Mignola, Warwick Johnson Cadwell Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 15 by Gene Luen Yang, Freddie Williams II, Andrew Dalhouse Amazing Spider-Man: Torn 5 by J. Michael Straczynski, Pere Perez, Guru eFX Space Ghost 8 by David Pepose, Jonathan Lau, Andrew Dalhouse

In this bonus, Elijah and Rex are dragged right back into the world of Meatball Machine with the original digest short film, and Yoshihiro Nishimura's Reject of Death.Kaiju Conversation is a podcast series diving into the world of tokusatsu featuring genres like science fiction, J-Horror, action, and comedy! From Godzilla, Gamera, and Ultraman to the deepest darkest places like Zeiram, Zebraman, and Tetsuo: The Iron Man.The podcast is hosted by Elijah Thomas and Jackson Gibbens. Email: kaijuconversation@gmail.comTwitter/Facebook: @kaiju_convers Instagram: kaiju_conversLinktree:https://linktr.ee/Kaiju_Convers YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuni8GjDt1abcYq39cOxzDw Discord Server:https://discord.gg/gEwRexe Merchandise:https://teespring.com/stores/kaiju-conversation • Host: Elijah Thomashttps://linktr.ee/ET13_PRODUCTIONS• Co-host/Editor: Jackson Gibbenshttps://linktr.ee/RexXenoDon't forget to leave us a 5-star review!

7:47 News19:55 Comic reviews21:24 Bleeding Hearts #122:53 Sink Halloween Sp24:40 Marc Spector Moon Knight #126:26 Fall of Ultraman #127:40 Absolute Wonder Woman 2026 Annual31:26 TMNT #1633:24 Batman & Robin #3036:19 Die Loaded #438:23 Planet She-Hulk #439:55 DC K.O. #444:24 What we're excited for47:09 Fantastic Four

Hello, Kaiju Lovers, and welcome season five! It kicks off with the appropriately-titled Ultraman: The Adventure Begins, an animated movie produced in 1987 by Hanna-Barbera. Yes, the studio that brought you Superfriends and Scooby-Doo made the first all-original Ultraman movie! Nate could think of no better guests for this than Drew Dodgen and Jacob Heron (who also created the cover art for this episode) from The Cel Cast. Given that this episode officially marks MIFV's induction into the Culture Box Network, it's even more appropriate. While Nate battles weird headaches all episode, he and them Cel Cast boys dive deep into this failed TV pilot and discuss…“diabeetus.” Yeah, it confused Jimmy From NASA, too. To celebrate the Ultra Series' 60th anniversary and get the uninitiated up to speed, the Toku Topic is a crash course in the history of the Ultraman franchise. Take your first step on The Ultra Journey! For full shownotes, including a bibliography of sources, go to this episode's post on the MIFV website: http://monsterislandfilmvault.com/index.php/2026/02/11/episode-108-ultraman-the-adventure-begins-vs-the-cel-cast-the-ultra-journey/.  Check out Nathan's spinoff podcasts, The Henshin Men and The Power Trip, and Henshin Power V3! We'd like to give a shout-out to our free MIFV MAX patrons on Patreon: Cordell Stevens, John Pannozzi, Jacob Heron, Cool Cat Videos, Bransbow, Sean Sullivan, Frankie Wolf, Russel Hale, FRIEN Jadge, Bob Hard, ArtsieSteph, Robert O'Brien, DD Chief, Kaye, Nobody, The Indiscrite One, Clayton Warden, Enigma, Dave Blanken, Patrick Greenlaw, Mikki, Josh Baughan, Shane Cochran, and Francis Chopin. You, too, can join MIFV MAX on Patreon to get this and other perks starting at only $3 a month! (https://www.patreon.com/monsterislandfilmvault) Buy official MIFV merch on TeePublic! (https://www.teepublic.com/user/the-monster-island-gift-shop). NEW MERCH NOW AVAILABLE! This episode is approved by the Monster Island Board of Directors. Timestamps: Introduction: 0:00-15:20 Entertaining Info Dump: 15:20-26:40 Toku Talk: 26:40-2:06:03 Culture Box Ad (The Cel Cast): 2:06:03-2:07:12 Toku Topic (A Crash Course in the Ultra Series): 2:07:12-3:10:17 Outro (listener feedback and housekeeping): 3:10:17-3:22:50 Credits: 3:22:50-end Podcast Social Media: MIFV Linktree: https://linktr.ee/monsterislandfilmvault Nate's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/nathan_marchand MIFV is a member of PodNation (https://podnation.tv/) MIFV is one of Feedspot's top 10 tokusatsu podcasts! (https://blog.feedspot.com/tokusatsu_podcasts/) MIFV is one of Feedspot's top 20 monster podcasts! (https://podcasts.feedspot.com/monster_podcasts/) www.MonsterIslandFilmVault.com #JimmyFromNASALives, #MonsterIslandFilmVault, #Podcast, #kaiju, #MIFV, #ultraman, #theultrajourney, #tsuburayaproductions © 2025, 2026 Moonlighting Ninjas Media

The Ultra Series is celebrating its 60th anniversary, and MIFV is throwing a year-long own party! Join Nate Marchand as he gives on friends new and old to discuss the greatest cinematic outings of Japan's favorite superhero, Ultraman. Not only that, you get more “Godzilla Redux” and an amazing assortment of Patreon-sponsored episodes! Now, if only Nate can figure out what's giving him such a headache…. Check out the full list of (tentative) season 5 episodes on the MIFV website: https://monsterislandfilmvault.com/index.php/episode-list/season-5-the-ultra-journey-coming-soon/.   This trailer's music was “Ultraman Rap” (artist unknown). Check out Nathan's spinoff podcasts, The Henshin Men and The Power Trip, and Henshin Power V3! We'd like to give a shout-out to our free MIFV MAX patrons on Patreon: Cordell Stevens, John Pannozzi, Jacob Heron, Cool Cat Videos, Bransbow, Sean Sullivan, Frankie Wolf, Russel Hale, FRIEN Jadge, Bob Hard, ArtsieSteph, Robert O'Brien, DD Chief, Kaye, Nobody, The Indiscrite One, Clayton Warden, Enigma, Dave Blanken, Patrick Greenlaw, Mikki, Josh Baughan, Shane Cochran, and Francis Chopin. You, too, can join MIFV MAX on Patreon to get this and other perks starting at only $3 a month! (https://www.patreon.com/monsterislandfilmvault) Buy official MIFV merch on TeePublic! (https://www.teepublic.com/user/the-monster-island-gift-shop). NEW MERCH NOW AVAILABLE! This episode is approved by the Monster Island Board of Directors…supposedly. Podcast Social Media: MIFV Linktree: https://linktr.ee/monsterislandfilmvault Nate's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/nathan_marchand MIFV is a member of PodNation (https://podnation.tv/) MIFV is one of Feedspot's top 10 tokusatsu podcasts! (https://blog.feedspot.com/tokusatsu_podcasts/) MIFV is one of Feedspot's top 20 monster podcasts! (https://podcasts.feedspot.com/monster_podcasts/) www.MonsterIslandFilmVault.com #JimmyFromNASALives, #MonsterIslandFilmVault, #Podcast, #kaiju, #MIFV, #giantmonsters, #ultraman, #henshinheroes © 2025, 2026 Moonlighting Ninjas Media

Elijah and Rex take the red pill with a bloody dive into Meatball Machine - the greatest incel fantasy since Stacy: Attack of the Schoolgirl Zombies.Kaiju Conversation is a podcast series diving into the world of tokusatsu featuring genres like science fiction, J-Horror, action, and comedy! From Godzilla, Gamera, and Ultraman to the deepest darkest places like Zeiram, Zebraman, and Tetsuo: The Iron Man.The podcast is hosted by Elijah Thomas and Jackson Gibbens. Email: kaijuconversation@gmail.comTwitter/Facebook: @kaiju_convers Instagram: kaiju_conversLinktree:https://linktr.ee/Kaiju_Convers YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuni8GjDt1abcYq39cOxzDw Discord Server:https://discord.gg/gEwRexe Merchandise:https://teespring.com/stores/kaiju-conversation • Host: Elijah Thomashttps://linktr.ee/ET13_PRODUCTIONS• Co-host/Editor: Jackson Gibbenshttps://linktr.ee/RexXenoDon't forget to leave us a 5-star review!

It's not our first tokusatsu mecha, but it might be our most charming. King Joe (great name, by the way) is coming at us straight from Ultraman, a combining robot that proved an instant hit. I love the way having to have a real dude in a suit affects the design of toku robots. Personality is an inevitable consequence. You can find a video version of this podcast for free on Scanline Media's Patreon! If you want to find us on Bluesky, Dylan is lowpolyrobot.bsky.social and Six is six.scanlinemedia.com. Our opening theme is the Hangar Theme from Gundam Breaker 3, and our ending theme for this episode is Resumption from Gundam Breaker 4. Our podcast art is a fantastic piece of work from Twitter artist @fenfelt. Want to see a list of every unit we've covered from every episode, including variants and tangents? It's right here. The Scanline Media Discord can be found here! Units discussed: King Joe King Shoe Separation Ships King Joe Remodeled King Joe Max King Joe Black King Joe (Newest model) Plasma Metal King Joe Orichalcum King Joe King Joe Custom Cyber King Joe Perfect King Joe Crazygon King Joe STORAGE Custom King Joe STORAGE Custom Separation Ships

Rebecca Reynolds is living the life, as far as I care: she gets to write middle grade books about Japan's favorite superhero, Ultraman. Book 1 of The Ultra Academy, entitled Beware the Baleful Baltan, was published last fall by Sky Turtle Press as part of Tsuburaya Productions push to make the Ultra Series an international brand. I discuss the writing process and why Ultraman is more important than ever with Rebecca and her publisher, the Eisner Award-winning Steve Smith. Intro music by Kairi (Shun Yogei). Buy the book: https://a.co/d/4NpSRe1. Watch the original video version of this interview on the MIFV YouTube (link). Check out Nathan's spinoff podcasts, The Henshin Men and The Power Trip, and Henshin Power V3! We'd like to give a shout-out to our MIFV MAX patrons Danny DiManna (author/creator of the Godzilla Novelization Project); Damon Noyes, The Cel Cast, TofuFury, Eric Anderson of Nerd Chapel, Wynja the Ninja, Christopher Riner, The Indiscrite One, Eli Harris, Jake Hambrick, Matt Walsh (but not that Matt Walsh), Jonathan Courtright, Leon Campbell, Michael Watson, Sam Allred, and Devin Torrence! Thanks for your support! You, too, can join MIFV MAX on Patreon to get this and other perks starting at only $3 a month! (https://www.patreon.com/monsterislandfilmvault) Buy official MIFV merch on TeePublic! (https://www.teepublic.com/user/the-monster-island-gift-shop). NEW MERCH NOW AVAILABLE! This episode is approved by the Monster Island Board of Directors. Podcast Social Media: MIFV Linktree: https://linktr.ee/monsterislandfilmvault Nate's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/nathan_marchand MIFV is a member of PodNation (https://podnation.tv/) MIFV is one of Feedspot's top 10 tokusatsu podcasts! (https://blog.feedspot.com/tokusatsu_podcasts/) MIFV is one of Feedspot's top 20 monster podcasts! (https://podcasts.feedspot.com/monster_podcasts/) www.MonsterIslandFilmVault.com #JimmyFromNASALives, #MonsterIslandFilmVault, #Podcast, #kaiju, #MIFV, #giantmonsters, #books, #booktube, #ultraman, #ultraacademy © 2025, 2026 Moonlighting Ninjas Media

Jeff Morris, Race Director Ultraman Australia shares his journey into the world of triathlon and the unique challenges of organizing the Ultraman race. He discusses the decision to bring the Ultraman event to Wanaka, New Zealand, highlighting the course details, community engagement and the family atmosphere that surrounds the race.  We have a free race entry to giveaway to the IRONMAN 70.3 in Geelong in March. 00:00 – Challenge Wanaka 06:36 – Ultraman 12:02 – Jeff Morris Ultraman 53:21 – IRONMAN 70.3 Geelong 58:26 – Free race entry competition to IM703 Geelong LINKS: Ultraman at https://ultramanoz.com.au/ Challenge Wanaka https://challenge-wanaka.com/ IRONMAN 70.3 Geelong https://www.ironman.com/races/im703-geelong Hawea Epic https://www.lakehaweaepic.co.nz/ Ruby Island Swim https://www.swimrubyisland.co.nz/ T100 https://t100triathlon.com/

Rich Conroy (@ultramanpodcast.com has a podcast called The Science Patrol) and, as you might guess… he can talk at length about Ultraman. It's great. You will love. Donate to The Dork Forest if you like the show. The paypal email ⁠⁠jackie@jackiekashian.com⁠⁠ and venmo is @jackiekashian. There is MERCH: ⁠⁠Links to everything is at ⁠⁠⁠www.dorkforest.com⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠www.jackiekashian.com⁠⁠⁠ Extra TDF/standup and a storytelling album are available here: ⁠⁠https://thedorkforest.bandcamp.com/⁠⁠   YouTube has the videos: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@JackieKashianInc⁠⁠ And it's @jackiekashian on all the social mediaz. Audio and Video by Patrick BradyMusic is by Mike Ruekberg

We sit down with Dan to explore how a life spent in Hong Kong, at the crossroads of Eastern and Western pop culture, shaped his path into toy design. From growing up surrounded by kaiju, Ultraman, and untranslated toys, to building a career in commercial design, this episode traces how creativity evolves without ever disappearing. We talk soft vinyl, 3D printing, factory precision, and why limited, in-house production matters when you want control over your work. Dan shares the story behind his first sofubi release, Goldie, selling out without online hype, and how market realities in Asia influence scale, pricing, and paint. This one's about patience, process, and making toys quietly in a global scene.On Instagram: @nofubiThis Episode is Sponsored by: Empire Blisters – Your go-to source for blister packaging! With 19+ styles and bundle deals, they've got everything you need to make your toys shine. Use code TOYSONTAP10 at checkout for 10% off. Patreon members get 20% off another reason to join!Support the Show on Patreon Unlock exclusive episodes, early access, and behind-the-scenes content: patreon.com/toysontapThanks to Our Supporters: @dketoys | @massiveminihorse | @dimensionxtoys @bootlegtoyco | @pocket_salsa | @dirtyyetti @dan_overdorff_art | @zimotco | @barbarian_rage @mannycartoonstudios | Shaun C. Downey | @richiemanic | @recollectiontoys | @rubbercitytoys | @acid9toys | @teneki_toys | @angryhedgehogRate & Review the Show! Leave a rating and review wherever you listen it's the best way to help Toys on Tap grow!

Will Spider-Man die in Ultimate Endgame? IDW's Beneath the Trees Where Nobody Sees is getting an Artist's Edition. Marvel's Ultraman gets an omnibus.SUBSCRIBE ON RSS, APPLE, SPOTIFY, OR THE APP OF YOUR CHOICE. FOLLOW US ON BLUESKY, INSTAGRAM, TIKTOK, AND FACEBOOK. SUPPORT OUR SHOWS ON PATREON.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The compass has shifted—and it points inward. What started as a travel-and-adventure show evolved into a deeper exploration of growth, courage, and connection. I've renamed the show The Human Adventure to reflect what the journey has truly become: not just where we go, but who we become along the way.We look back at conversations that changed our trajectory. A Disney storyteller reframed joy and nostalgia as serious connective tissue. An Ultraman athlete taught us that discipline is a conversation with doubt. A guest turned running coach turned friend showed that progress moves at the speed of honesty, not hype. Again and again, our guests reminded us that the most meaningful maps are drawn between people, not points on a globe.That's the heartbeat going forward. Expect stories from musicians finding their voice, creators building from nothing, travelers who understand places through people, and everyday moments that test limits and redefine fear. We'll probe the decisions behind the destinations, the inner terrain beneath the milestones, and the small, repeatable practices that turn inspiration into traction. Think resilience, mindset, vulnerability, mentorship, and the art of taking one more step when it counts.If you've felt stuck, curious, or quietly called toward something more, this is your sign to lean in. Come for the stories; stay for the tools that help you act on them. Subscribe, share the show with someone who needs a nudge, and leave a review so more people can find The Human Adventure. Let's take the next step together.