Spiraken Review Podcast

In this festival influenced episode, Xan reviews a series about the awesomeness of Festival Culture. How similar is it to con culture? Well, grab a lanyard and find out as he reviews the seinen. slice of life series Days on Fes by Kanato Oka. ----more---- As he goes over this unique story, he also goes over its similarities to manga about conventions and talks about manga from the last 2 weeks. Re...

In this episode, Xan reviews a one shot omnibus that tells the story of a stray cat and a widow whose lives are intertwined with each other. So, enjoy as he reviews the drama, slice of life story A Story of Seven Lives by Shirakawa Gin. ----more---- As our host goes over this heart breaking and beautiful story, he also hints at what happened at Animazement 2023 and goes over the latest manga relea...

In this episode of the Spiraken Con Review, Xan talks about his experience and adventures attending Otakon 2022 Animazement took place May  25th-28st 2022 at the Raleigh Convention Center in Raleigh, North Carolina   As he goes over his first experience at Animazement, he also discusses the different activities that occurred at the con and goes over what else happened.      best cosplays at Animaz...

In this episode, Xan reviews a manga about two guys who want to become comedians. Is it funny? Well sit back and find out as he reviews the shonen, comedy series known as Show-Ha! Shoten! by Akinari Asakura with art by Takeshi Obata. ----more---- As our intrepid host discusses the weird concept of this story, he also goes over what exactly Manzai comedy is and if this manga is a great as it is pro...

In this episode, Xan reviews a manga about little sisters and cats. How adorable is that. So, sit back and enjoy as he reviews the seinen, slice of life manga known as My Sister, The Cat by Senko. ----more---- As he talks about this manga, he also goes over the running jokes and reveals the latest manga releases.  Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter and @spiraken...

In this celebratory 15th year anniversary episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan reviews a manga about a young boy who loves sound and music. Is it musically inclined? Well, sit back and find out as he reviews the slice of life music manga known as Shonen Note - Boy Soprano by Yuhki Kamatani. ----more---- As our intrepid host goes over what a soprano is exactly, he also talks about the last 15...

In this episode, Xan reviews a charming foodie romance josei manga with questionable art. Is it good? Well, sit back and find out as he reviews the josei food inspired rom com, She Loves To Cook, & She loves To Eat by Sakaomi Yuzaki. ----more---- As our intrepid host delves deep into the charming story of these two women, he also goes over the latest manga news, rants about the horrifying art...

In this episode of the Spiraken Con Review, Xan talks about his experience and adventures attending Anime Boston 2023 Anime Boston took place April 7th - 9th 2023 at the Prudential Convention Center in Boston Ma.     As he goes over the unique programming that occurred this year, he also talks about some of the crazy panels he attended, the unique cosplays he saw  and some of his concerns on where...

In this episode, Xan reviews a manga about first loves, middle school and murderous urges. So, Sit back and Relax as he reviews the comedy shonen series ,The Dangers In My Heart by Norio Sakurai. ----more---- As our intrepid host goes over this romantic comedy manga, he also goes over the Chūnibyō protagonist, the best moments of this manga and the latest releases.  Remember to Like, Share and Sub...

In this episode, Xan reviews a manga about a mangaka who ends up engaged to a star princess. Is it as good as the manga creator's previous work? Well, sit back and find out as he reviews, A Galaxy Next Door by Gido Amagakure. ----more---- As our intrepid host goes over this lovely manga, he also goes over the backlog of manga releases that happened over the past few weeks, his recent move and hint...

In this episode, Xan reviews not one but two different manga. One is about an odd couple with a unique situation, the other is a generic isekai that does not try anything. How are they? Well, sit back and find out as he reviews The Invisible Man & His Soon-To-Be Wife by Iwatobineko and Lazy Dungeon Master by Supana Onikage with art by Nanaroku.   ----more---- As our host reviews these manga, he al...

In this episode, Xan reviews a fun romantic slice of life series about four friends trying to navigate the ups and downs of love. So, grab a fun snack and enjoy as he reviews Rainbow Days by Minami Mizuno. ----more---- As our intrepid host discusses the tropes of this story, he also marvels at the fresh take on so many elements in this manga. Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spira...

In This episode, Xan reviews a rom com shojo manga that does something truly unexpected with its characters. Does this gambit pay off for the manga? Well, sit back and find out as he reviews the rom com shojo manga No Longer Heroine by Momoko Koda. ----more---- As our intrepid host geeks out over Hatori's insane obsession with Rita, he also compares this to other shojo stories.  Remember to Like,...

In this ep, Xan finally reviews a super popular Shounen Jump manga. Is it as good as people say? Well, sit back and find out as he reviews the volleyball sports manga, Haikyu!! by Haruchi Furudate. ----more---- As our intrepid host goes over the competitive nature of this story, he also goes over the addictive qualities of sports manga. Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on...

In this episode, Xan reviews a manga that takes place in a city that no longer exists and relies on nostalgia. Is it a good romance story? Well sit back and find out as he reviews Kowloon Generic Romance by Jun Mayazuki. ----more---- As our intrepid host discusses the timeless quality of this manga, he also ponders what the overall mystery means.  Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @...

In this episode, Xan reviews a slice of life food manga about two unexpected gourmands. How is it? Well sit back and find out as he reviews the comedy slice of life manga, Ramen Wolf & Curry Tiger by Emboss.   ----more---- Besides going over a deep analysis of this manga, our intrepid host also discusses the latest manga news and some interesting manga developments with the podcast. Remember to Li...

In this spoilery video episode, Xan reviews a suspenseful manga about parenthood, responsibilities and murder. How is it? Well sit back and find out as he reviews the seinen crime manga My Home Hero by Naoki Yamakawa and illustrated by Masashi Asaki.     Besides going over a deep analysis of this manga, our intrepid host also discusses the latest manga news and some interesting manga developments...

In this episode, Xan reviews a suspenseful manga about parenthood, responsibilities and murder. How is it? Well sit back and find out as he reviews the seinen crime manga My Home Hero by Naoki Yamakawa and illustrated by Masashi Asaki.   ----more---- Besides going over a deep analysis of this manga, our intrepid host also discusses the latest manga news and some interesting manga developments with...

In this episode, Xan reviews a sports manga focusing on the joy of hip hop dancing. Is it good? Well, sit back and find out as he reviews the stylish sports manga Wandance by Coffee. ----more---- Besides the fun review, our intrepid host also discusses the latest manga news and some interesting manga developments with the podcast. Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitt...

#yokaicats #mangareview #spiraken In this episode, Xan reviews another fun 4-koma comedy series about cats. This time it's our furry friends mixed with supernatural creatures. Will It be fun? Well find out as he reviews the comedy slice of life manga series Yokai Cats by Panania. ----more---- Besides the fun review, our intrepid host also discusses the latest manga news and some interesting manga...

In this episode, Xan reviews a Isekai that sends the protagonist into an alternative past with gender swapped historical figures. Is it a good isekai? Well, sit back and find out as he reviews the romantic comedy, historical isekai manga adaptation, The Ambitions of Oda Nobuna by Mikage Kasuga and illustrated by Futago Minazuki. ----more---- Our intrepid host also discusses the concept of gender s...

#lastgame #mangareview #spiraken In this episode, Xan reviews a fun shojo manga series that shows how a one sided rivalry can blossom into love. Is it worth checking out, well join us as he reviews the rom com manga series Last Game by Shinobu Amano. ----more----   Besides the review, our intrepid host also discusses the latest manga news and talks about our Patreon. Remember to Like, Share and Su...

In this celebratory video episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, We celebrate 500 episode with our review of a historical action manga that has seen popularity recently. Is it a great manga? Well sit back and find out as he reviews the action manga series known as Vinland Saga by Makoto Yukimura.     As our intrepid host, Xan gives a kick ass review,  he also discusses some of our best and worst ma...

In this celebratory episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, We celebrate 500 episode with our review of a historical action manga that has seen popularity recently. Is it a great manga? Well sit back and find out as he reviews the action manga series known as Vinland Saga by Makoto Yukimura.   ----more---- As our intrepid host, Xan gives a kick ass review,  he also discusses some of our best and wor...

Only One More Episode Till Episode Five Hundred!!!!! In this episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan reviews a shonen action series that is one part Men In Black, and one part World Enders. Is it worth reading? Well sit back and find out as he reviews Tokyo Aliens by Naoe. As our intrepid host discusses the tropes that appear in this manga series, he also discusses the beautiful artwork, his tho...