Spiraken Review Podcast

In this episode, Xan gets to review a popular manga about playing a god-tier game after playing kusoge games. Is the hype worth it? Well,  sit back and find out as he reviews the action fantasy shonen title Shangri-La Frontier by Katarina. ----more---- Besides discussing this manga, Xan also talks a little about some upcoming events he will be participating in.  Remember to Like, Share and Subscri...

In our Five hundredth and Fifty Fifth Episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan gets to review a space opera manga that is an homage and a love letter to Osamu Tezuka. How does It Homage Tezuka? Well, sit back and find out as he reviews the Sci fi, adventure, manga series Team Phoenix by Kenny Ruiz and based on the works of Osamu Tezuka. ----more---- Besides geeking out about this podcast, our hos...

In this episode, Xan reviews an anthology about miscommunication and love. So sit back and listen as he reviews the manga anthology, One More Step, Come Stand By My Side/ Ato Ippo, Soba ni Kite by Toryumon Takeda. ----more---- Besides discussing this manga, our host announces the next convention he will be speaking at. Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter @spiraken...

In this episode, Xan reviews a mystery manga that is set in Iceland. So, grab some mutton and enjoy as he reviews the seinen, drama manga Go With The Clouds, North By Northwest / Hokuhokusei ni Kumo to Yuke by Aki Irie. ----more---- As our intrepid host discusses the polarizing nature of this manga, he also goes over the latest manga news. Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken...

In this episode, Xan reviews a romantic fantasy josei title about royal doubles, political intrigue and a pair of unreal blue eyes. How is it this manga? Well, sit back and find out as he reviews Nina The Starry Bride/Hoshifuru Ōkoku no Nina by Rikichi. ----more---- As he gushes about this fairy tale style manga, he also goes over some updates with the podcast.  Remember to Like, Share and Subscri...

In this fun episode of the podcast, Xan reviews a fantasy manga about building houses for monsters. So, sit back and enjoy as he reviews the fantasy adventure manga series Soara And The House of Monsters/Soara to Mamono no Ie by Hidenori Yamaji. ----more---- As he geeks out over the various housing designs in this manga, he also goes over its captivating nature and talks about some of the upcoming...

In this kinda raunchy episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan discusses a manga about growing up and the obsession with sex that every teenager has. Is it appropriate? Well Sit back and find out as he reviews the seinen comedy series Ogami-San Can't Keep It in/Ōgami-san, Dadamore desu by Yo Yoshidamaru. ----more---- As our intrepid host discusses the weirdness that is Meiko Ogami, he also goes o...

In this episode, Xan reviews a different Shonen Jump series about Spies, Family & weird missions. So relax and enjoy as he reviews the shonen, action comedy manga, Mission: Yozakura Family/Yozakura-san Chi no Daisakusen by Hitsuji Gondaira. ----more---- Besides comparing this to Spy x Family, our intrepid host also talks about the unique family dynamic in it. Hope You Enjoy. Remember to Like,...

In this episode, Xan reviews another classic collection of Stories from The Lupin III Collection. Does it age well? Sit back and find out as he reviews the seminal classic series Lupin The III Thick as Thieves by Monkey Punch. ----more---- As he geeks out over Lupin the III, he also goes over some fun new manga titles.  Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter @spirake...

The Spice Must Flow!!! In This episode, Xan & Gretta review the highly anticipated sequel to Denis Villenueve's 2021 epic adaptation of Frank Herbert's Novel. Does It do the novel justice? Well grab some water and find out as they review the sci fi epic Dune Part 2 directed by Denis Villenueve and Starring Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, Rebecca Ferguson, Josh Brolin, Dave Bautista, Stellan Skarsg...

Tragic news. It has been announced that on March 1st 2024, Akira Toriyama has died. The Famed creator of Dr. Slump, Sand Land, & Dragonball died of an acute subdural hematoma at the age of 68 years old. Our prayers go out to him and his family. Rest in Peace Toriyama San.  Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter and @spiraken on Instagram, subscribe to this podcas...

In this episode, Xan reviews a fun blog manga about owning two rescue cats and the hilarious situations they get into. Is it too generic? Well, sit back and find out as he reviews the shoujo comedy cat manga My Cat is Such A Weirdo/Uchi no Neko ga Mata Hen na Koto Shiteru by Tamako Tamagoyama. ----more---- Besides talking about this manga, Our host makes up for a great oversight from last episode...

So, in this episode, Xan tries to review a steamship manga. Not his best work but he tries really hard to discuss it. So, enjoy as he talks about the Josei Smut Manga, My Boss Is A Giant! He Manages My Every Need With Enormous Skill by KamuC. ----more---- Hope you like this episode. Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter @spiraken.bsky.social, and @spiraken on Instag...

In this episode, Xan reviews a weird isekai series where a housecat becomes a giant monster in another world. How cute is it? Well, find out as he reviews the fun, isekai, cat manga A Cat From Our World & The Forgotten Witch/Isekai Neko to Fukigen na Majo  by Hiro Kashiwaba. ----more---- As our intrepid hosts discusses the backstory of this manga, he also talks about upcoming manga releases. R...

Happy Valentine's Day Everyone. So as a gift to our listeners, Xan reviews a whimsical yet dark look at magic in a fantasy world. Is it worth your time? Well, grab your magic pen and find out as he reviews the seinen fantasy manga series Witch Hat Atelier/Tongari Bōshi no Atorie by Kamome Shirahama. ----more---- As our intrepid host gets into the awesomeness of this magic manga, he also goes over...

In this ep, Xan reviews a manga about hanging out behind a supermarket. Is it as boring as it sounds? Well, find out as he reviews the seinen slice of life manga Smoking Behind The Supermarket With You/Super no Ura de Yani Sū Futari by Jinushi. ----more---- As our host discusses the mundane nature of this story, he also goes over the fact that he had to rebuild his computer and hypes up some new n...

In this romantic episode, Xan reviews a romantic comedy about having to get married fast or else being sent to Siberia. Is it a fun manga? Well, sit back and find out as he review 365 Days To The Wedding/Kekkon Surutte, Hontō desu ka? by Tamiki Wakaki. ----more---- As our host reviews this story about finding love in an odd way, he also talks about the live action adaptation and some of the latest...

In This Episode, Xan reviews a slice of life manga about single fatherhood. How is it? Well, sit back and find out as he reviews the josei slice of life manga Bunny Drop/Usagi Drop by Yumi Unita. ----more---- As our host discusses this manga, he also talks a bit about the controversial ending of the series and goes over the latest manga news.  Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spir...

In this rockin' podcast episode, Xan & Gretta get to review a hilarious rock comedy manga about a shut in guitarist who joins a rock band. So, grab your zip tie bracelets and prepare to rock as they review the music, comedy manga series Bocchi The Rock! by Aki Hamazi. ----more---- As our intrepid hosts discuss this manga, Gretta goes over the various freakouts that Bocchi has and Xan geeks out...

In this episode, Xan reviews a rockin' manga series about the 27 club, following your dreams and light rock. How is it? Well, sit back and find out as he reviews the music, seinen manga series Shiori Experience by Yuko Osada and Kazuya Machida. ----more---- As our intrepid host analyses this manga, he also goes over what The 27 Club is, and what the latest manga releases are.  Remember to Like, Sh...

Happy New Years Everyone!! Hope you are excited for an awesome new year with tons of new manga In this episode, Xan gets to review a shojo manga that defies expectation while covering a unique form of communication. What is it about? Well, sit back and find out as he reviews A Sign of Affection by suu Morishita. ----more---- As he gushes over the heartwarming relationship that this story revolves...

In this generic episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan reviews a harem manga that proves that you can have too many romantic partners in a harem setting. How absurd is it? Well, sit back and find out as he reviews the harem seinen comedy series, The 100 Girlfriends Who Really Really Really Really Really Love You by Rikito Nakamura and Illustrated by Yukiko Nozawa. ----more---- As our intrepid h...

In this energetic episode, Xan reviews a rather popular series about reincarnation, j idols and murder. Does it live up to the hype? Well, enjoy as he reviews the seinen drama series Oshi no Ko by Aka Akasaka with art by Mengo Yokoyari. ----more---- As our intrepid host discusses this enigmatic story, he also goes over the feels from the main character and updates everyone on some upcoming news. ...

  So Yeah, Xan screwed up last episode by spinning a manga that we reviewed all the way back in April of 2022. If you want to hear the episode where he reviews Takane & Hana, click here otherwise, listen for the respin and see you next time  

In This episode, Xan reviews another isekai series, but this one tries to fix a classic trope. Do they accomplish their goal? Well, Sit back and find out as he reviews the isekai gender bender manga adaptation of This is Screwed Up, But I was Reincarnated As A Girl In Another World! by Ashi, with art by Keyaki Uchiuchi and Character Design by Kaoming. ----more---- As our intrepid host lightly touc...