Spiraken Review Podcast

Welcome to another issue of Xan's Xtraordinary Superhero Xamination The Spiraken podcast where we discuss some of the latest and coolest Superhero Media.   In this episode, Xan & Gretta give a spoiler talk for Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness           As ours hosts discuss the major spoilers of this film, there are tons of stunning moments, debates on what worked and what didn't work,...

In this episode, Xan and Gretta Review the 28th film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe and the unofficial sequel to Wandavision and Dr Strange. Is it a worthy sequel and addition to Phase Four? Well, sit back and find out as they review the adventure horror comic book hero film  Doctor Strange and the Multiverse of Madness directed by Sam Raimi and starring Benedict Cumberbatch, Elizabeth Olsen, Ch...

In this episode, Xan reviews an Isekai manga about becoming a vending machine. How weird is it? Well sit back and find out as he reviews the comedy manga adaptation Reborn as A Vending Machine, I Now Wander The Dungeon by Hirukuma and illustrated by Kunieda.  ----more---- First off, sorry for the delay in this episode's release, Our intrepid host decided to take May the 4th off to watch Star Wars...

In this episode, Xan reviews a shojo manga about mistaken identities and Omiai setups. Is it entertaining? Well sit back and find out as he reviews Takane & Hana by Yuki Shiwasu. ----more---- As our intrepid host talks about the pride and prejudice vibe he gets from this manga, he also discusses the latest manga releases and relays more information about Anime Boston 2022. Remember to Like, Share...

In this episode, Xan reviews a romantic comedy that surrounds the art of cosplay. How cute is it? Well sit back and find out as he reviews the seinen rom com series My Dress Up Darling by Shinichi Fukuda. ----more---- As our host goes over the plot of this manga, he also goes over Hina dolls, the upcoming Anime Boston appearance and some new manga releases. Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. F...

In This episode, Xan gets to interview Amit Moshe, Creator of the tabletop RPG, City of Mist. They discuss the upcoming game  Tokyo: Otherscape - A Mythic RPG.  ----more---- As they go over the origin of this new game, there is also discussion about the changes made from City of Mist, the amazing success the Tokyo: Otherscape Kickstarter has had, and some interesting debate on mythology in general...

In this episode, Xan reviews an action comedy about a retired hitman who runs a convenience store. How silly is it? Well, sit back and find out as he reviews the Shonen Jump comedy series Sakamoto Days by Yuto Suzuki. ----more---- As our intrepid host, talks about this funny series, he also discusses an upcoming interview, and his appearance at Anime Boston.  Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe....

In this episode, Xan and Gretta Review a video game adaptation sequel that is pretty cool.  What movie are we speaking of? Well sit back and enjoy as they review the action adventure video game movie Sonic The Hedgehog 2  directed by Jeff Fowler and starring James Marsden, Ben Schwartz, Tika Sumpter, Collen O' Shaughnessey, Natasha Rothwell, Adam Pally, Shemar Moore, Idris Elba and Jim Carrey retu...

In this episode, Xan reviews a fairy tale manga about a young girl who is left in a cursed land. Is it a happy ending? Well, sit back and find out as he review the dark fantasy manga The Girl From The Other Side: Siúil, A Rún by Nagabe. ----more---- As our host reviews this manga, he goes over the tragic feeling behind the story and talks about some new manga. hope you enjoy Remember to Like, Shar...

In this episode, Xan reviews a shojo manga that is a love letter to the movies. How is it? Well sit back and find out as he reviews the comedy, shojo manga series Pompo The Cinephile by Shogo Sugitani ----more---- As our host discusses the many film references in this manga, he also talks about the care the narrative takes in establishing tons of movie trivia and love in the story. Remember to Lik...

In this spoiler light episode, Xan reviews a truly touching, coming of age manga about a young girl figuring out the meaning of what is happiness. Does She find it? Well sit back and find out as he reviews the omnibus seinen manga I Had That Dream Again by Yoru Sumino and illustrated by Idumi Kirihara. ----more---- As our host tries not to spoil too much about this manga, he goes over the many men...

In this episode, Xan reviews a classic shojo title about the prince saving a princess and then the princess wants to become a prince. How was it? Well sit back and find out as he reviews the romantic surreal manga series Revolutionary Girl Utena by Chiho Saito and the other members of Be-Papas. ----more---- As our host discusses this manga, he goes over the unique origin behind it, his history wit...

In this episode, Xan and Gretta Review the latest Pixar film, directed by the creator of the animated short Bao. How is it compared to other Pixar films? Well sit back and find out as they review the Pandatastic coming of age animated film Turning Red directed by Domee Shi and starring Rosalie Chiang, Sandra Oh, Ava Morse, Hyein Park, Maitreyi Ramakrishnan, Orion Lee, Wai Ching Ho, Tristan Alleric...

In this episode, Xan reviews a historical romance story about finding love when all hope is lost. So enjoy as he reviews the Taisho Otome Fairy Tale by Sana Kirioka. ----more---- As our intrepid host discusses this unique historical drama, he goes over the difficulty finding the tankoban of this manga as well as talking about the struggles that main characters Tamahiko and Yuzu have to face in ord...

In this mini movie review, Xan and Gretta give their initial impressions on the latest Batman film. Is it a let down or is it a masterpiece. Sit back and find out as they review the Action mystery comic book hero film The Batman directed by Matt Reeves and starring Robert Patterson, Zoe Kravitz, Paul Dano, Colin Ferrell, Jeffery Wright, John Turturro and Andy Serkis. ----more---- As with our other...

In this episode, Xan reviews another rom com manga series about a shy protagonist and an emotionally abusive love interest. Is it better than the other series? Well sit back and find out as he reviews the romantic comedy manga series Don't Toy With Me, Miss Nagatoro by Nanashi. ----more---- As our host discusses the relationship between Nagatoro and Senpai, he also goes over the latest manga news...

In this episode, Xan reviews a horror manga about the zombie apocalypse from a very unique point of view. Does it do something different than other zombie stories? Well sit back and find out as he reviews the horror manga omnibus The Walking Cat: A Cats-Eye View of the Zombie Apocalypse by Tomo Kitaoka. ----more---- As our host discusses this zombie pet narrative, he goes over the ensemble cast an...

In this episode, Xan reviews a supernatural slice of life manga that is a hybrid of Bartender and Cat Massage Therapy. Is it a source of relaxation? Well, grab a coffee and find out as he reviews I Am A Cat Barista by Hiro Maijima. ----more---- As our host discusses the cathartic nature of this manga, he also goes over the unique beverages utilized in this narrative and his thoughts of the art des...

In this mini movie review, Xan & Gretta talk about the new rom com starring J-Lo. How is it? Well, find out as they discuss the romantic comedy film Marry Me directed by Kat Coiro and starring Jennifer Lopez, Owen Wilson, Maluma ,John Bradley, Chloe Coleman  and Sarah Silverman. ----more---- As with our other mini reviews, this is not a full review and tries to be as spoiler light as possible. Spi...

In this mysterious mini movie review, Xan and Gretta get to review the long awaited sequel to Kenneth Branagh's Murder on the Orient Express. Was it as compelling as its predecessor? Well grab a belgium snack and find out as they review the third adaptation of Agatha Christie's 1937 murder mystery novel, Death on the Nile directed and starring Kenneth Branagh and featuring Tom Bateman, Annette Ben...

In this shy episode, Xan reviews a school life, slice of life manga about a normal guy who has to help a shy girl become more social. So enjoy as he reviews the shonen rom com series Hitomi-Chan is Shy With Strangers by Chorisuke Natsumi. ----more---- As our host discusses the manga, he compares it to several other series and goes over some of the nuances of the series. Remember to Like, Share and...

In this episode, Xan reviews a grim dark sci fi horror adventure series. Does it do its senpai series justice? Well grab a mebaspa sub and find out as he reviews Dai Dark by Q Hayashida. ----more---- As our host discusses the incomprehensible plot of this series, he goes over the hideous art style and the unique characters. Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter and...

It's now 2022, so let us look at the best and worst things offered from 2021.  So in this first installment episode of the 2021 Retrospective, Xan goes over the various new television shows that debuted this season and gives a little overview of this thoughts on them. From Doogie Kamealoha M.D. to Wheel of Time, Xan gives a thorough exploration of these new shows month by month and how outstanding...

In this mini movie review, Xan reviews a film that covers post traumatic stress disorder following a school shooting, so listen as he reviews The Fallout, directed by Megan Park and starring Jenna Ortega, Maddie Ziegler, Julie Bowen, John Ortiz, Niles Fitch, Will Ropp and Shailene Woodley. ----more---- As with our other mini reviews, this is not a full review and tries to be as spoiler light as po...

In this super charged episode, Xan reviews the 50th anniversary classics collection of a great Tokusatsu hero manga series. Sit back and enjoy as he reviews the tokusatsu hero action manga series Kamen Rider by Shotaro Ishinomori. ----more---- As he reviews this epic single manga collection, our host geeks out over the cleaned up classic manga art style, the memorable story and several other eleme...