Spiraken Review Podcast

Xan is back from Japan and while he is working on his trip podcast here is something to tide you over. In this episode of the the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan reviews a coming of age story from Vertical Comics. So sit back and enjoy as he reviews The Gods Lie by Kaori Ozaki   While there is not too many spoilers in this episode, there is discussion about the plights of being an 11 year old and how c...

In this Spiraken Book Review, Xan explores his past as well as Outerspace as he reviews Mike Lawrence's stellar coming of age comic, "Space Scouts"   Besides talking about the awesome protagonist, Xan talks about the art style and his favorite parts of this book. if you like our book reviews and want more, email me at xan@spiraken.com Anyway Hope you enjoy   hope you enjoy ----more---- Music For E...

In honor of international Women's Day, this episode of the the Spiraken Manga Review is dedicated to one of the most innovating and intriguing women in history, Cass Elliot aka Mama Cass. So sit back and relax as  Xan reviews a biographical graphic novel for the first time, "Californoa Dreamin'" by Penelope Bagieu   TListen to some of Xan's introspective thoughts about this novel and enjoy some of...

In this episode of the Spiraken Book Review, Xan goes dark and crazy as he reviews the second vol of Jason Shiga's twisted story of possession and revenge. So enjoy as he reviews "Demon Vol 2" by Jason Shiga   Xan goes over the twisted nature of this book and Jason Shiga's sick sense of humor. if you like our book reviews and want more, email me at xan@spiraken.com Anyway Hope you enjoy   hope you...

In this episode of the the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan reviews a Shounen Jump series for the first time in forever. So sit back and relax as he reviews  World Trigger by Daisuke Ashihara   Besides discussing the shounen power creep in the episode. Xan debats on what should be done in order to make this manga that much better. Hope you enjoy ----more---- Music For Episode: Intro Music - GIRIGIRI by...

Greetings Spiraken Fans, It's Time once again for New York Comic Con,       So sit back and relax as Xan talks about the highs and lows of NYCC. From The release of Spice & Wolf's anniversary Collection, The speculations on Wonderwoman and The awesomeness of the Defenders/Iron Fist Panel, Xan discusses it all for you.     There is also debate on what the best cosplay was at the convention. Hope yo...

In this long awaited episode, Xan returns from his hiatus to review a rather familiar shojo series. While there are similarites to a manga we reviewed back in 2009, there are some differences as well. So Enjoy as Xan reviews the light hearted emotional romance  Switch Girl by Natsumi Aida    Besides comparing this manga to Kare Kano which we reviews in Ep 41, Xan also talks about the compelling ar...

In this episode of the Spiraken Movie Review, Xan is joined by Tracy H to cover one of the most memorable and crazy John Cusack films to come out in his entire career. So, sit back and relax as they review the action comedy romance film, Grosse Pointe Blank directed by George Armitage and starring John Cusack, Minnie Driver, Dan Aykroyd, Alan Arkin, Jeremy Piven, Hank Azaria, Joan Cusack and a spe...

In this episode of the Spiraken Con Review, Xan talks about his experiences and adventures attending Otakon 2016 For it's last convention at Baltimore before it goes to Washington DC   So besides discussing how somber it feels with the upcoming move to Washington DC, Xan goes over the pros and cons of this final Baltimore Otakon. The laughs, cries and insane things seen. hope you enjoy  ----more--...

It's another episode of  Spiraken Xan Drive Chat, where Xan and a co host drive around and ramble on about cool and crazy things   While there is no karaoke in this episode, Xan & May-san talk about the recent worldwide obsession Pokemon Go, They answer a few questions sent by faithful listeners and hint on where they are currently. Remember to send us lots of questions and emails and Hope you enj...

In this episode of the Spiraken Con Review, Xan and Baz tells you about his experiences and adventures attending Anime Next 2016 at it's now home in Atlantic City, NJ from June 9th through 12th   So besides discussing how different the con feels at its new venue, they also talk about the various events that occurred at the con, the beautiful cosplays that were seen at the con, the awesome hotel ro...

Hey Everyone, It's Xan. Sorry for the delay in new episodes. Things have been crazy as the spiraken staff and I have been preparing for AnimeNext 2016. Today is the day before and I wanted to let you know our panel schedule  The official schedule for AnimeNEXT is now up so Here's the panel slate for me and several other members of the Spiraken Manga Review Podcast Friday: Let It Ride: Gambling in...

Happy Geek Pride Day!!! In this episode of the Spiraken Manga Review Podcast, Xan and Jaxie get to talk about Jaxie's favorite type of horror story, a zombie one. So get your zombie bug out bag ready as our hosts review the award winning horror action manga series I Am A Hero by Kengo Hanazawa   In addition to the review, our intrepid hosts discuss terrible artwork, if removing your teeth is a sig...

In this episode, Xan and Jaxie review another enhanced human super hero story. Only this one seems all too familiar. So Enjoy as our host review the supernatural action story Tokyo Esp by Hajime Segawa   Besides suggesting that this manga is a blatent rip off of xmen, our hosts discuss the unique powers of flying penguins, promote their upcoming events and lament the late arrival of the Wheel of M...

Greetings everyone from us here at Spiraken.com, It's our 8 year anniversary To commemorate this occasion, May-san is back to wish us a very Happy 8th Anniversary and to chat with Xan about what has happened in the past, as well as brain storm over upcoming events in the Future. From all of us here at the podcast, thank you for sticking by us for the last 8 years and we hope you stay with us for a...

Hey fans and welcome to the first Spiraken Xan Drive Chat, where Xan and a co host drive around and ramble on about cool and crazy things   To commemorate this occasion, May-san joins Xan to have a fun conversation we talk about Rex Manning Day, Macklemore, sing songs in a  karaoke style, discuss the past, the future, the various things which have changed in life and where we are going. You also h...

SPIRAKEN ASSEMBLE! In this special mini episode of Spiraken Movie Review, Xan and May-san talk about their initial reactions to the Latest Marvel Cinematic Universe Film, Captain America: Civil War directed by Anthony & Joe Russo & starring Chris Evans, Robert Downey Jr, Sebastian Stan, Scarlett Johansson, Jeremy Renner, Anthony Mackie, Don Cheadle, Elizabeth Olsen, Paul Bettany, Chadwich Boseman,...

In this episode, Xan and Jaxie finally get to review a super popular manga that has been requested since this podcast started. So enjoy as our hosts  review the mystical horror psychological thriller series Death Note by Tsugumi Ohba and illustrated by Takeshi Obata   Besides reviewing the manga, our hosts discuss the nature of shinigami's relation to death in other cultures, the annoyance of Deat...

Sorry for the belated release of this episode but I wanted to make it just right. Especially because of who is on this episode. So As an additional gift to our fans for  reaching episode 200, May-san  has deemed us worthy to bask in her presence as we reminisce about the podcast past and talk about its future. So as you enjoy the return of the first co host of the podcast, listen as we talk about...

In this episode, Jaxie returns to join Xan as they review another superhero manga, Only this time it's mixed with a bit of high schol drama. So enjoy as our host review Boku no Hiro Academia/ My Hero Academia by Kohei Horikoshi,   Our hosts talk about the unique nature of the manga, but they also discuss the art of self sacrifice, how many video game references are used, how the anime adaptaion is...

In this con review, Xan and Jaxie give you the scoop on how was this year's Castle Point Anime Convention   This con was at Steven's Institute of Technology in Hoboken Nj On Saturday April 23rd and Sunday April 24th, 2016. There was so much which happened. ----more---- Besides the amazing cosplayers we saw, Xan gives his critique on a few panels he went to as Jaxie talks about the great cosplayers...

We Have Finally done it. We have reached Episode 200 of the Spiraken Manga Review Podcast! So,to celebrate, Xan and Timbo talk about how the podcast has changed over time and more importantly review one of the Best Mangas currently out. So, sit back and relax as they reviews the Superhero Comedy Manga, One Punch Man by One and drawn by Yusuke Murata   Besides geeking out over the awesomeness of On...

Oh MY GOD! XAN IS BACK WITH A NEW MANGA REVIEW!!!!In this belated episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan gets a little existential as he review a manga about love, despair, psychological disorders and DID. So, sit back and relax as he reviews Sickness Unto Death by Hikaru Asada  and drawn by Takahiro Seguchi   Being the 199th episode of the podcast, Xan is a bit somber in this episode as he dis...

Let's get down to business and show you the world. In this episode of the Spiraken Movie review, Xan and Jacqie finish off the theme month of Family, Fantasy, and Fantastic Pixie Dust with not one but two great films from Walt Disney. Both of these movies have action, adventure, romance and an unlikely hero. The first is the great Chinese biography, Mulan directed by Barry Cook and starring Ming-N...

Twas Brillig and the Slithy Tove, Did gyre and gimble in the wabe: All mimsy were the borogoves, And the mome raths outgrabe. In this episode of the Spiraken movie review, Xan and Jacqie review the third film in our theme month of Family, Fantasy, and Fantastic Pixie Dust. So sit back and prepare to follow a white rabbit down a magical hole as our hosts review the Walt Disney Classic, Alice In Won...