Across the Mooniverse

 In this episode Maddie and Mike discuss Season 1, Episode 25 "Jupiter, the Powerful Girl in Love"

In this episode Madz and Hollywood Mike discuss Season 1 Episode 24, Naru's Tears: Nephrite Dies. Nephrite, desperate to please Queen Beryl, hatches a scheme to defeat Sailor Moon. In doing so, he reveals his fondness for Naru to a spying Zoisite who kidnaps Naru and demands the Dark Crystal as ransom. Nephrite abandons a fight with Tuxedo Mask and Sailor Moon to rescue Naru. Nephrite is wounded d...

In this episode the hosts discuss Season 1 Episode 23 "Wish Upon a Star: Naru's First Love" Usagi learns that her best friend, Naru, has fallen for Masato Sanjoin AKA Nephrite. After seeking advice from colleagues and friends, she works up the courage to warn Naru to stay away from the guy she loves. Meanwhile Nephrite is desperate to find the Legendary Silver Crystal in order appease a furious Qu...

In this episode Madz and Hollywood Mike discuss Season 1, Episode 22 'Romance Under the Moon: Usagi's First Kiss'. This is based Volume1, Chapter 4 of the original manga. It all revolves around a reception at The Kingdom of Diamonds Embassy. Usagi learns that the Princess of Diamonds has arrived in town to unveil a Legendary Treasure. Luna, Tuxedo Mask and Queen Beryl all wonder if the treasure co...

In this episode we discuss Season 1, Episode 21 Protect the Children's Dreams: Friendship Through Anime. There is a lot of meta humor in this episode being set in the studio producing a Sailor V anime movie. Characters names are of some of the actual animators of the anime TV series. Themes of friendship, collaboration and competition are explored. This is the first time the Sailor Guardians face...

In this episode, Madz and Hollywood Mike discuss Season 1, Episode 20: The Summer, The Beach, Youth and Ghosts. Luna takes the Sailor Scouts several hours away for a Summer training camp. The hosts talk about anime's "beach episode" trope as the girls frolic at the oceanside location. Everything would be perfectly care-free, fun in the sun if only their lodging was more like a swanky resort and le...

In this episode, Madz and Hollywood Miks discuss Season 1, Episode 19 | Usagi's Joy:  A Letter from Tuxedo Mask. It begins with Nephrite's plan to use love as bait to trap Sailor Moon.  This leads to discussions about the Four Kings of Heaven and the politics of the Dark Kingdom. As the episode unfolds, Usagi's excitement about a love letter from Tuxedo Mask contrasts with Luna's skepticism, culmi...

In this episode we discuss Season 1, Episode 18 | Shingo's love: The grieving doll. Madz and Hollywood Mike ponder a mysterious building sign in the opening credits. They explore the cultural significance of Girls' Day, the dynamics between characters in the Dark Kingdom, and the emotional journey of Shingo and Mika. The episode highlights themes of friendship, forgiveness, and the importance of f...

in this episode we discuss Season 1, Episode 17 | Usagi Becomes a Model:The Flash of the Monster Camera. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- In this episode, hosts Madz and Hollywood Mike reaffirm their commitment to the podcast amidst life's chaos, share cultural insights about Japanese school lunches and bento boxes, and delve into the themes of photograph...

In this episode, we discuss Episode 16: A Girl's Dream! Usagi Becomes a Bride! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ We also discuss why Umino is a weirdo, Mike's theory on why Nephrite chose Vega this episode, the Japanese folklore behind the constellation and the holiday Tanabata, and Mike shares a fantastic story about his past with Prince. Sorry for the...

In this episode, we discuss Episode 15: Usagi's Panic: Rei's First Date! ----------------------------------------------------- We also discuss Mysterious Stranger's name and age, just how Nephrite's evil crest works, and how Usagi uses Umino for her own nefarious purposes. Shorter episode today as this is a filler episode that acts as more of a information sprinkle rather than moving forward the a...

In this episode, we discuss Episode 14: A New Enemy Appears: Nephrite's Evil Crest! ----------------------------------------------------- We also discuss how often we've discussed this episode, the hierarchy of the Dark Kingdom, our theories on who Artemis might be, why Naru hasn't figured out that Usagi is Sailor Moon yet, and MORE!! New Episodes Every Other Moonday! The Cosmos can make us late,...

In this episode, we discuss Episode 13 - Girls Unite: The End of Jadeite -------------------------------------------------------------- We also discuss our extended hiatus, the vast ways that the world has changed and our undying desire to talk about and share Sailor Moon with the entire world! New Episodes Every Other Moonday! The Cosmos can make us late, but it can't make us stop! :D

Today we talk about Episode I Want a Boyfriend: The Luxury Cruise Ship Is a Trap" -------------------------------- We also talk about how many times Mike has tried to get a boyfriend, what the REAL name of the youma is, why Umino is becoming a bit of a creep, and the significance of tissues of consolation prizes. Also, WHERE IS BERYL'S SCEPTRE?! WE NEED ANSWERS!! JADEITE'S DISGUISE WORKS FINALLY,...

**ALL ABOARD THE PANDA TRAIN! CHOO CHOO!** ------------------------------- In this episode, we talk about "Usagi vs Rei: Nightmare in Dreamland" ----------------------------- We also talk about "America's Most Wanted", the development of animatronics, wonderfully bad B Movies, "gnip-gnaps", and that damned Carp Dirigible comes back to haunt Madz once again! ----------------------- We love you guys...

This week we discuss "The Cursed Bus: Enter Mars, the Guardian of Fire"! ---------------------------------------- We also discuss the Ginzuishou, psychics, Rei-chan's creepy grandpa, Hikawa shrine, miko and magical rose lockpicks. ------------------------ Thank you, as always, for listening and sticking with us through the growing pains of newbie podcasting, Moonies!

In this episode, we discuss "Usagi's Disaster: Beware of the Clock of Confusion" ------------------------------------- We also discuss who fired the intern, whether or not Luna is a cat, FOMO and OCD, how I've been seduced by Jadeite, new moon gadgets, and why Tuxedo Kamen-sama is the best protector in the universe. Also, Mike gives me the most insulting compliment of all time. And I laugh hysteri...

In this episode we discuss "The Girl Genius Is a Monster: The Brainwashing Cram School of Horror"! ------------------------------- We also discuss Luna's Secret Access to Head Office, why Umino is Wikipedia Boy, cram schools, bullying the weird kids, what the hell Floppy Disks are, Esoteric Final Fantasy XIV references, and the male gaze. We also get into a debate about whether or not Mysterious S...

In this episode, we discuss "Usagi Learns Her Lesson: Becoming a Star Is Hard Work"! --------------------------- We also discuss Japanese variety shows, Cinderella stories, Naru-chan's manipulation tactics, Umino's obsession with Usagi, what it's like to be a 14 year-old girl, and fame zombies. ALSO: GUESS WHO RETURNS TO THE FRAY?! IT'S MADDIE'S BAE! ------------------------------------------ We a...

In this episode we discuss "Protect the Melody of Love: Usagi Plays Cupid" ----------------------------------- We also discuss questionable music choices, the meaning of Umino's swirly glasses, the energy-draining abilities of Christmas music, late-night arcade shenanigans, Q-bert, and Mike learns that it's okay to love Tuxedo Kamen-sama.

In this episode, we discuss "Scent of a Monster: Chanela will Steal Your Love" We also discuss Final Fantasy 14 NPCs, the importance of arts in schools, and Maddie's favourite cosmetics company, Geek Chic Cosmetics! ---------------------------------------------------------- Check them out if you're interested: [Geek Chic Cosmetics](http://geekchiccosmetics.com)

**Just a Note: We are aware of the weird echo. Unfortunately, this epsiode and the next are still affected by it because we recorded a couple episodes back-to-back to prep for the holidays. The issue will be fully resolved in Episode 6. Thank you for your understanding and patience.** ---------------------------------------------------------- Y'all best buckle up cause Maddie and Mike get a bit fi...

**DISCLAIMER:** The audio in this episode is really wonky for some strange reason. Sorry, lovely Moonies! ----------------------------- In this episode, we discuss "Mysterious Sleeping Sickness: Protect the Girls in Love!" We also discuss Japanese animation, Luna NOT having a crush on Motoki, the alphabet, and why it's bad to be the best friend of a superhero. ALSO: We have a special guest! Our lo...

**Trigger Warning:** In this episode we do talk about sexual assault and victim blaming. The topic of consent is important and as it directly relates to the episode, we do discuss unwanted attention and sexual harrassment. Be advised. If these topics are sensitive areas for you, we encourage you to skip over this episode. It is the intent of everyone involved in *Across the Mooniverse* to create a...

We are the super nerdy Sailor Guardians who fight for Love and Justice! And this is... **Across the Mooniverse**! ----------------------------------- Well, we're finally diving into the series and we start with carp dirigibles! In this episode, we discuss the series opener "Crybaby Usagi's Beautiful Transformation". We also discuss elven love letters, Japanese animation choices, Codename Sailor V,...