Sailor Noob

Sailor Noob Crystal is the podcast where a Sailor Moon superfan goes episode by episode through the 2014 Sailor Moon reboot series! The Sailor Senshi have a new ally in the battle against the Dark Kingdom! But But even Sailor V's powers may not be enough to stop Queen Beryl from first taking Toyko...and then the world! In this episode, Kal talks about shiitake mushrooms and long Japanese vowels or...

Secrets are revealed this week, as Usagi and Mamoru finally have a heart-to-heart. Can they get closer to each other before Zoisite gives them an unhappy ending? In this episode, Kal talks about DVD pupularity and rental in Japan, oshikatsu or Japanese "stans", oshi or "favorite", and recycle shops. Plus, being easily brought to tears, villain duos, characters over story, using only part of your a...

Sailor Noob Crystal is the podcast where a Sailor Moon superfan goes episode by episode through the 2014 Sailor Moon reboot series! This week, Tuxedo Mask is on TV and Zoisite is in heels! The Sailor Senshi are introduced to a larger world, while their own is on the brink of chaos and disaster! In this episode, Kal talks about "owarai" and "baraeti" or Japanese TV comedy and variety shows. Plus, A...

Sailor Noob Crystal is the podcast where a Sailor Moon superfan goes episode by episode through the 2014 Sailor Moon reboot series! There's a new transfer student at Juban Middle and she's both mysterious and intimidating! Will Usagi and friends win her over before Nephrite's mannequins can dress them down? In this episode, Kal talks about the history and customs of Shinto weddings, wedding dresse...

Sailor Noob Crystal is the podcast where a Sailor Moon superfan goes episode by episode through the 2014 Sailor Moon reboot series! The Sailor Senshi are now three, and it's time to complete the search for their Princess and the Silver Crystal! Can they swing a victory at a fancy masquerade ball or will the Dark Kingdom dance on their faces? In this episode, Kal talks about the history of magatama...

Sailor Noob Crystal is the podcast where a Sailor Moon superfan goes episode by episode through the 2014 Sailor Moon reboot series! People in Tokyo are disappearing when they ride a bus that travels through Azabu-Juban! Can the mysterious miko from a nearby shrine help Usagi defeat this urban terror? In this episode, Kal taks about crows in Japan and crow legends, like Yatagarasu and the tengu. Pl...

Sailor Noob Crystal is the podcast where a Sailor Moon superfan goes episode by episode through the 2014 Sailor Moon reboot series! Usagi is the superhero Sailor Moon, but now it's time to find more allies in her search for the Silver Crystal. Will pass with flying colors or learn a deadly lesson in the cram school of hard knocks? In this episode, Kal taks about gakujushu juku or "cram schools", a...

Sailor Noob Crystal is the podcast where a Sailor Moon superfan goes episode by episode through the 2014 Sailor Moon reboot series! An all-new season of Sailor Noob starts right here as we begin our journey through  Sailor Moon Crystal ! Usagi is 14, a crybay, you know the drill. But how is she going to deal with e-mail and smartphones? It's been 20 years since the first Sailor Moon series, and Us...

Sailor Noob is returning on Friday, May 1st, for an all-new season covering  Sailor Moon Crystal ! Details on this short episode!

Sailor Noob is the podcast where a Sailor Moon superfan and a total noob go episode by episode through the original Sailor Moon series! This week, we give our final thoughts on Sailor Moon Stars, answer audience questions, and say goodbye to Sailor Moon! We also talk about the biggest spoiler challenge, our favorites and least favorites, putting glue on pizza, dumb doctors, Teenage Adultesque Sail...

Sailor Noob is the podcast where a Sailor Moon superfan and a total noob go episode by episode through the original Sailor Moon series! The saga comes to a close this week as Usagi faces off against Galaxia for the fate of the galaxy! Can one girl stand alone against the legendary Sailor Senshi? In this episode, we discuss magical girls. We also talk about grating doppelgangers, spoilers ahoy, get...

Sailor Noob is the podcast where a Sailor Moon superfan and a total noob go episode by episode through the original Sailor Moon series! Hope is a precious commodity this week as Galaxia stands triumphant over the remains of Earth's defenders! Is there anyone who can stand against the Legendary Sailor Senshi and her campaign of destruction? In this episode, we discuss the Ainu people and their hist...

Sailor Noob is the podcast where a Sailor Moon superfan and a total noob go episode by episode through the original Sailor Moon series! Time is running out this week as Sailor Moon must face the reality that the Outer Senshi have betrayed her! Can she convince her former allies to spare her life or will Galaxia see her dream of conquest realized? In this episode, we discuss the legend of the 47 Ro...

Sailor Noob is the podcast where a Sailor Moon superfan and a total noob go episode by episode through the original Sailor Moon series! A stunning betrayal ROCKS the Sailor Senshi this week as Galaxia's power grows. Can Sailor Moon and the Sailor Starlights rally themselves to face the threat or will Galaxia hold illimitable dominion over all? In this episode, we discuss the February 28th coup att...

Sailor Noob is the podcast where a Sailor Moon superfan and a total noob go episode by episode through the original Sailor Moon series! The end of everything begins here as Galaxia casts her evil shadow across the Earth! Can the Sailor Senshi and the Sailor Starlights overcome their differences and face their foe or will darkness claim the galaxy? In this episode, we discuss '"johatsu" or disappea...

Sailor Noob is the podcast where a Sailor Moon superfan and a total noob go episode by episode through the original Sailor Moon series! Three Lights are taking a bow this week when they decide to play their last show! Will they find the Light of Hope and restore their Princess, or will Galaxia bring down the final curtain? In this episode, we discuss the work culture of Japan and freeters, hikikom...

Sailor Noob is the podcast where a Sailor Moon superfan and a total noob go episode by episode through the original Sailor Moon series! Princess Kakyu has arrived and so has a new chapter in Sailor Moon Stars! The Sailor Senshi have discovered a potential new ally, but can they mobilize themselves before Usagi falls prey to Sailor Tin Nyanko? In this episode, we discuss the modern Japanese sports,...

Sailor Noob is the podcast where a Sailor Moon superfan and a total noob go episode by episode through the original Sailor Moon series! This week, the conflict against the Animamates reaches a new level as Sailor Lead Crow succeeds in capturing the True Star Seed! Can the Sailor Senshi and the Sailor Starlights defeat their enemy or will the galaxy belong to Galaxia? In this episode, we discuss th...

Sailor Noob is the podcast where a Sailor Moon superfan and a total noob go episode by episode through the original Sailor Moon series! Minako is on the route to stardom this week as she becomes a finalist in an idol competition! Can she win the judges over with her skill and charm or will Sailor Tin Nyanko turn her dream into a nightmare? In this episode, we discuss virtual idols and vtubers in J...

Sailor Noob is the podcast where a Sailor Moon superfan and a total noob go episode by episode through the original Sailor Moon series! A new challenger appears this week as the girls attend a video game competition! Will Ami rise to victory and confront Taiki or will Sailor Gamer-chan eat up all her continues? In this episode, we discuss the history of Nintendo and its most famous properties. We...

Sailor Noob is the podcast where a Sailor Moon superfan and a total noob go episode by episode through the original Sailor Moon series! The wheel keeps turning this week as the Starlights' past is revealed! Can Seiya make Usagi understand his mission or will his day at the park turn into a night of violence? In this episode, we discuss the Japanese theme parks Hanayashiki, Sanrio Puroland, and Tok...

Sailor Noob is the podcast where a Sailor Moon superfan and a total noob go episode by episode through the original Sailor Moon series! This one goes out to all the lovers as Three Lights go on a request and dedication show! Usagi and Seiya are still reeling from last week’s revelations, but can Seiya heal their relationship before the Animamates tear them apart? In this episode, we discuss radio...

Sailor Noob is the podcast where a Sailor Moon superfan and a total noob go episode by episode through the original Sailor Moon series! Things take off this week as Usagi and the girls go on a moonlight flight with Three Lights! But when Sailor Aluminum Siren shows up to crash the party, everyone's deepest secrets will be revealed! In this episode, we discuss the history of aviation in Japan. We a...

Sailor Noob is the podcast where a Sailor Moon superfan and a total noob go episode by episode through the original Sailor Moon series! The squad gets taken out to the ballgame this week as a rival student challenges Usagi and Seiya to softball! Can they find victory on the diamond before the Animamates bring their season to an end? In this episode, we discuss softball in Japan. We also talk about...

Sailor Noob is the podcast where a Sailor Moon superfan and a total noob go episode by episode through the original Sailor Moon series! Things get noisy AND nosey this week as Usagi and the squad try to track down Chibi Chibi! Which is more mysterious: the existence of Usagi's second(?) daughter or the secret of the land of sweets she disappears to? In this episode, we discuss zaibatsus in Japan a...