Spiraken Review Podcast

In this episode, Xan reviews an isekai manga about being a neet in a fantasy world. Does it change the Isekai genre? Well find out as he reviews Loner Life in Another World/Hitoribocchi no Isekai Kouryaku   by Shoji Goji with illustrations by Bibi. ----more---- As our host discusses the derivative nature of this work, he also goes over the art quality and the latest manga releases.  Remember to Li...

It's Time For TV TUESDAY     In this  episode of Spiraken's Podcast about the latest Television episodes and series, Xan discuss the latest shows in the Spoiler Free Section and then after the music discuss the spoilers of this week's Television episodes. As usual all spoilers will be after the mid credits so if you have not watched the episodes, please stop listening so you are not spoiled. ----m...

In this special first Video Mini Movie Review, Xan and Gretta gives their initial review to the 2021 Musical In the Heights directed by Jon M. Chu and starring Anthony Ramos, Corey Hawkins, Leslie Grace, Melissa Barrera, Olga Merediz, Daphne Rubin-Vega, Gregory Diaz IV, and Jimmy Smits. Did our hosts love this adaptation or were they underwhelmed. Watch our video review now Hope you enjoy. Remembe...

In this episode, Xan reviews the latest popular Shonen Jump comic to be released by Viz Media. Is it a shonen series that will reach greatness or will it fall at the wayside with all the other bad manga series? Well sit back and find out as he reviews Undead Unluck by Yoshifumi Tozuka. ----more---- As our host goes over the unique premise of this story, he also compares the power set to Candy Flur...

It's Time For TV TUESDAY     In this  episode of Spiraken's Podcast about the latest Television episodes and series, Xan discuss the latest shows in the Spoiler Free Section and then after the music discuss the spoilers of this week's Television episodes. As usual all spoilers will be after the mid credits so if you have not watched the episodes, please stop listening so you are not spoiled. ----m...

In this episode, Xan discusses a light novel that deals with social skills and harem antics. Is it trope heavy or is it original? Well find out as he reviews Bottom Tier Character Tomozaki/Jaku-kyara Tomozaki-kun by Yuki Yaku with illustrations by Fly. ----more---- As our host talks about this Light novel, he goes over the educational aspects of this manga, introduces the  new location for manga n...

It's Time For TV TUESDAY     In this  episode of Spiraken's Podcast about the latest Television episodes and series, Xan discuss the latest shows in the Spoiler Free Section and then after the music discuss the spoilers of this week's Television episodes. As usual all spoilers will be after the mid credits so if you have not watched the episodes, please stop listening so you are not spoiled. ----m...

In this long awaited episode, Xan & Gretta get to talk about a fun 1990s children's film about magic potions and evil witches. Was it a great adaptation? Well sit back and find out as they review the 1990 fantasy film adaption of the Roald Dahl novel The Witches directed by Nicholas Roeg and starring Anjelica Huston, Mai Zetterling, Rowan Atkinson, and Jasen Fisher. ----more---- As our hosts discu...

In this special mini movie review, Xan gives his initial reaction/review to the latest Disney live action film, Cruella directed by Craig Gillesbie and  starring Emma Stone, Emma Thompson, Joel Fry, Paul Walter Hauser, Emily Beecham, Kirby Howell-Baptiste, and Mark Strong. Was it a worthy prequel to 101 Dalmations? Well listen and find out as our host discusses the overarching themes in the movie...

In this episode, Xan reacts to the passing of a favorite manga creator and reviews a new sports manga series that has been nominated for tons of awards. Is it worth the hype? Well grab your soccer ball/futbol and find out as he reviews Blue Lock by Muneyuki Haneshiro and Yusuke Nomura. ----more---- As our host goes over the battle royale type setting for this story, he also goes over the many mang...

's Time For TV TUESDAY     In this  episode of Spiraken's Podcast about the latest Television episodes and series, Xan and Gretta discuss the latest shows in the Spoiler Free Section and then after the music discuss the spoilery Goodness of this week's Television episodes. As usual all spoilers will be after the mid credits so if you have not watched the episodes, please stop listening so you are...

In this episode, Xan reviews an educational manga about animals but with a weird twist. Sit back and enjoy as He reviews Heaven's Design Team/Tenchi Sōzō Dezain-bu by Hebi Zou & Tsuta Suzuki with art by Tarako. ----more---- As our host goes over the meh nature of this manga, he also goes over the large amount of manga news, the latest manga releases and proposes making a podcast just dedicated to...

It's Time For TV TUESDAY     In this  episode of Spiraken's Podcast about the latest Television episodes and series, Xan and Gretta discuss the latest shows in the Spoiler Free Section and then after the music discuss the spoilery Goodness of this week's Television episodes. As usual all spoilers will be after the mid credits so if you have not watched the episodes, please stop listening so you ar...

In this episode, Xan reviews a Shonen battle manga about candy. Is it as sweet as the power giving toy toy candy? Well find out as he reviews Candy Flurry/ Amenofuru by Ippon Takegushi with art by Santa Mitarashi. ----more---- As our host discusses this very formulaic story, he also discusses the unique powerset of the characters, the latest manga news and the latest manga releases. Remember to Li...

It's Time For TV TUESDAY     In this  episode of Spiraken's Podcast about the latest Television episodes and series, Xan and Gretta discuss the latest shows in the Spoiler Free Section and then after the Music discuss the spoilery Goodness of this week's Television episodes. As usual all spoilers will be after the mid credits so if you have not watched the episodes, please stop listening so you ar...

In this episode, Xan reviews a mystery science fiction story by one of the best Mangaka creating today. so grab an onigiri and get ready to see something cool as he reviews Asadora! by Naoki Urasawa. ----more---- As Our host discusses the cool parts of this manga, he also discusses the newly Launched Spiraken Patreon (which you can check out at www.patreon.com/spiraken) , and also talks about the...

Welcome to another issue of Xan's Xtraordinary Superhero Xamination The Podcast where we discuss some of the latest and coolest Superhero Media. In this episode, Xan & Gretta discuss the finale of The Falcon and The Winter Soldier as well as their overall impression of the series    As ours hosts discuss the final episode of this series, there are tons of spoilers, debates on what made this show g...

In this episode, Xan reviews a fantasy gag manga about a kidnapped princess trying to get a good rest. Does the joke wear out its welcome? Well grab a sleep mask and find out as he reviews Sleepy Princess in the Demon Castle by Kagiji Kumanomata. ----more---- As our host reviews this manga, he discusses the latest manga news, reveals the future plans of Spiraken and wonders what is the deal with K...

In this special Mini Movie Review, Gretta gives her reaction to the new West Side Story Trailer.  ----more---- Are our hosts excited or are they underwhelmed. Listen here to find out or check out our YouTube channel to see the video of Xan reacting to the Trailer in person. Hope you enjoy  Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter and @spiraken on Instagram, subscribe t...

In this episode, Xan reviews a josei sports manga about figure skating. Is it worth checking out? Well, Sit back and find out as he reviews Knight of the Ice by Yayoi Ogawa. ----more---- As our host goes over this otaku centric sports manga, he also goes over the latest news and reminds you about the awesome new releases in the manga world. Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spirake...

In this episode, Xan reviews a one shot romance manga that has an unusual premise. Is it good? Well sit back and find out as he reviews Ne Ne Ne  by Shizuku Totono with art by Daisuke Hagiwara. ----more---- As he talks about this one shot manga, our host also discusses the weird art style. Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter and @spiraken on Instagram, subscribe t...

It has been a while since the last episode, So we give our apologies. In this episode, Xan explains the circumstances that occurred and reviews a colorized manga. So sit back and enjoy as he reviews Play It Cool, Guys by Kokone Nata. ----more---- As Xan talks about the tough time the last two weeks have been, he also goes over the abundance of news that has happened since the last episode, and als...

Welcome to another issue of Xan's Xtraordinary Superhero Xamination The Podcast where we discuss some of the latest and coolest Superhero Media. In this episode, Xan & Kal do a deep spoiler filled review of the long awaited and much debated Justice League: The Snyder Cut As ours host discuss the final episode of this series, there are tons of spoilers, debates on what made this show great and disc...

In this episode, Xan reviews a highly successful Shonen Jump Title that is rip cordingly insane. Is it overhyped? Is it just Bizarre? Well sit back and enjoy as he reviews the Horror, Action, Sci Fi Shonen series Chainsaw Man by Tatsuki Fujimoto. ----more---- As he discusses the insanity of this manga, he also discusses some of the latest manga news and wonders when will conventions turn back to i...

In this episode, Xan review a slice of life manga that involves yokai. Is it a great romance or is it boring? Well Sit back and find out as he reviews the slice of life romantic comedy manga The Girl Without a Face/ Kao Ga Nai Onna no Ko by Tearontaron. ----more---- As he discusses this unique manga, he discusses the yokai that it is based on, goes over the latest manga news and rants about the la...