That One Time We Read Manga

In this episode, Kafka becomes an officer and very quickly outs himself as a Kaiju. He joins a special team, while fighting for his life and others around him. Does he have what it takes to continue this double life? Does he have a choice? What's the probability of America owning a Nuclear Kaiju? Godzilla??? Find out this week on That One Time We Read Manga. To join the conversation and connec...

In this episode, the crew goes on... A WORLD-BUILDING ADVENTURE! That's pretty much it. Duncan is still lost in some county on Earth. Luffy gets voluntarily beat up. We get an inside scoop on the world government. Dunkability is off the scale. It's a whole thing. How many hands are too many hands? Who has the cleanest butt? How tall is the tallest guy in this oddly tall world? What's t...

This week, the crew explores the magical world JoJo and his amazing adventures! From kicked dogs to losing his one and only father. From stubborn rich kids to unbelievable muscle mans. What adventures lie in store for out crew? Do you hate dogs? Are giant muscle mans what we all need a little more of in life? Is it once again "I, DIO"? Hard does breathing have to be to make you strong? C...

In this episode, Nate causes bodily harm to Jon's eyeball and we talk about the final fights of Alabasta (Arabasta?). Also, we have discovered a new form of Karate. How can the crew possibly defeat the great sand crocodile? What is Usopp's nose made of? Do swords make sense? Are tobacco related devil fruits cool? Can someone explain why the navy is chasing teenagers around a desert? Find o...

This week, some stuff happened. Gon and Killua enter the world of Pokemon Emerald and spend an entire arc in the battle tower. With a lack of actual Pokemon, they must do battle on their own in order to get mad rich and buy alot of snacks. What dastardly deeds will be done while our dudes do battle? What gatekeeping ability will they need to learn? How rich is this child? WHAT IS WRONG WITH HISOKA...

In this episode, we make it to Alabasta! A desert nation that is host to a whole lot of misfortune. Luffy gets whomped, banana gators are on the loose, Baroque Works is just getting more inconvenient to deal with, and we don't finish the arc this go around! What's up with that? What happens when you dehydrate a rubber band? (or banana) What would happen if fruits ate other fruits? (specifically ba...

Today, we explore the world of "Kaiju No. 8". In this episode we discuss the expeditions of a failed Japanese Defense Force candidate who settles into a career of cleaning up Kaiju bodies upon being defeated by the defense force. Kafka meets a young cleaner who aspires to join the defense force and inspires Kafka to give it another try. Be warned listener. We actually liked this manga. W...

Today, we explore the crews adventures deeper into the Grand Line as they encounter giants, reindeer, and more Baroque Works Baddies. Our crew makes it to Drum Island, a kingless country that is trying to establish a new government. In this marvelous maritime escapade, we sail away with many answers and many questions. Who did it better, team rocket or baroque works? How many deaths have been attr...

In this episode, we are introduced to the world of "Mashle", a new manga that we actually like! We meet our protagonist Mash, a magicless, loveable oaf that has ridiculous strength and tries to make it through a literal magic academy. What in the world is the dunkability of this super-athlete? How do doors work? Would Voldemort have created a better society? How do doors work? Like serio...

This week, the crew enters the grand line! Immediately, they encounter trials and tribulations of all calibers. From giant sad whales, to ridiculous sea conditions, and powerful, yet mysterious foes, the crew bites off more than they can chew, literally! What happens when you shoot a deer in the butt? How does one simply live in the belly of a whale? Who is this organization called Baroque Works?...

In this episode, we cover the final stint of the Hunter Exams. Our friends must survive the trials of Hunter Island and enter the final phase of the exams, engaging in one on one tournament combat. We also meet the very mysterious and dangerous family of one of our protagonists. Who can pull through and finally acquire their Hunter's License? What does it mean to be a hunter? How many heads ca...

In this episode, we find out that Jon screwed up the last One Piece description but isn't sorry about it, meet a bunch of Fish Men, learn about Nami's mysterious past and her roots as a member of the Arlong Pirates, and the crew encounters an enemy unlike any they've encountered thus far. Why has Nami chosen to return to her former crew? Who are these Fish Men that are so powerful that...

In this episode, the boys explore the world of Phantoms and Seers. We read the entirety of this story and believe that we are the leading experts on this piece of art. Why are there so few chapters in this manga? What is this secret organization of shaman that protect the weak and punish the phantoms? What kind of character development does our hero go through? Why is it that the only thing we rem...

In this episode, the crew explores the first truly dangerous battle and see what power is actually needed to make a voyage to the Grand Line. We find out more about Nami's backstory and most dunk heavy stacked pirate crew thus far. Also.... fish. They're fish. - New episodes release every monday on spotify and apple podcasts. - Don't forget to follow us on Facebook on our official page...

In this episode, the crew reads "Yu-Gi-Oh!" The original manga. We talk about how much we all "LOVED" this manga, it's "riveting" storyline, and it's very "close" ties to the anime that you watched growing up.... or not. Join us as we rip apart this dumpster fire and talk about this creepy little troll protagonist and his gang of friends on a journey...

In this episode, we meet a new member of the crew, a crazy cat guy, and a crew who is following up on a dark mission long in the making. Is the world of One Piece flat? Why does Jon hate Usop? What happens when you spend decades trapped in a box? How dangerous is a cat out of the bag? Who names a city Syrup Village? Find out in this next episode of That One Time We Read Manga. - New episodes relea...

In this episode, we meet our beloved protagonist Gon and his new found friends as they embark on their journey to become "Hunters". What does that mean? We're still not entirely sure, but it sounds cool and we cant wait to discuss the chunin exams... I mean... the hunter exams. Also, who the heck is Hisoka? Show art created and distributed by @missgreenkitty For more dope art, follow...

This is our first of.... many One Piece episodes. Today, we meet the crew, a fan favorite Rum Role Model, and learn about the pirate equivalent of Insane Clown Possy. We will cover a decade of backstory and walk away with more questions than we started with. This is truely That "First" Time We Read Manga. By the way, Duncan's audio failed to record toward the end of this episode. So....

Welcome to the show! Here is a quick introduction to who we are and what we are doing. Tune in weekly for our ridiculous takes on various manga of all eras. Show's release each monday starting April 3rd, 2023. See you there!