In this episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan reviews the sci fi action Viz Signature manga “Biomega” by Tsutomu Nihei. There is also discussion about zombies, suicidal news reporters, and craziness. Hope you enjoy Music For Episode: Background Music - Let Mom Sleep ( Jet Set Radio Future OST), Intro Music -Voodoo People by Orbital [...]

In this episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan continues the Month of Totoros Tanukis and Tenacious Children with a cadre of Co-hosts on this Saint Patricks Day.So listen as Timbo, Baz, Rufus, and New Guy drunkenly review that pre Ghibli, action adventure heist movie “Lupin III: The Castle of Cagliostro” Directed by Hayao Miyazaki [...]

In this episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan reviews the on hiatus dark horse shonen slice of life manga, “Translucent” by Kazuhiro Okamoto He also discusses gunpla, medical disorders and awesomeness in this episode. Hope you enjoy Music For Episode: Intro Music -That Invisibo by unknown ( Freakazoid OST ), Ending Music - Invisible [...]

So we start the 2nd theme month for 2012, Spiraken’s Month of Totoros Tanukis and Tenacious Children with a bang as Timbo & Xan review that high seas flying adventure “Porco Rosso” Directed by Hayao Miyazaki and starring (for the dub anyway)Michael Keaton, Susan Egan, Brad Garrett, Cary Elwes, David Ogden Pierce and many more [...]

In this episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan & Timbo tackle two of Vertical Inc’s Osamu Tezuka Releases, “Princess Knight” and “Ayako” They also discuss the greatness of Osamu Tezuka, why incest is a horrible idea, and why crossdressing to keep a throne from an idiot relative might not be such a bad idea. [...]

In this edition of the Spiraken Con Review, Xan talks about Spiraken’s Panel Debut at MangaNext 2012 in East Rutherford NJ from Feb 24th through Feb 26th Despite the fact that Xan and Timbo were unable to get photographs of the con, a good time was had by all. We do have recording of some of [...]

In This redux episode of the spiraken Movie Review, Xan & Baz go back to review the US Release of Takashi Koike’s “Redline” with new co-host the NEW GUY! While they do cover some material that was covered back in episode 56, they have some new opinions on the film while watching its english dub, they [...]

In the 145th episode of The Spiraken Manga Review, Xan attentively examines the Action Mecha Military Manga “Red Eyes” by Jun Shindo He also examines the traits necessary for betraying a commanding officer, and advertises his upcoming appearance at MangaNext In East Rutherford NJ. Hope You Enjoy this episode Music For Episode: Intro Music -Message [...]

In This Episode of the Spiraken Game Review, Xan & Kal finally get to talk about The latest installment in the Legend of Zelda Franchise “The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword” They also discuss elements of other Zelda Games, Talk about Bioshock Infinite and give their first rating for The Spiraken Game Review. Please Note [...]

Happy 2012! In this episode of The Spiraken Manga Review, Xan Starts off the new year by reviewing a terrible manga about cross dressing and high school boys, “Reversible!” by Suemitsu Dicca As he bashes this manga, Xan also talks about some of his future plans and Enjoy this episode Music For Episode: Intro [...]

Happy 2012! In this episode of The Spiraken Video Game Review, Xan and Timbo do it Fast Karate Style as they talk about upcoming games for 2012 and what they want to play. They also discuss the significance of 2012, why Kim Jong IIl was a strangely fascinating dictator, why the Wii U may be awesome [...]

It’s 2012 and hopefully this year is amazing for you. Xan and the rest of the spiraken manga review had a weird 2012 but hopefully 2012 is a better year HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!! __

From Everyone at the Spiraken Manga Review, Spiraken Movie Review, Spiraken Video Game Review and all the other podcasts we host here Merry Christmas

In this episode of The Spiraken Manga Review, Xan examines the power of the imagination and the dream world in the spiritual adventura manga “Discommunication Seirien” by Riichi Ueshiba There is also discussion about what one can do with their imagination and what will Xan be up to for the rest of the year.. Hope [...]

In this very special episode of the Spiraken Movie Review, For Hope’s Birthday, She and Xan review the Romantic Classic film “Say Anything” directed by Cameron Crowe and starring John Cusak, Ione Sky, John Mahoney, Lili Taylor, Joan Cusak and Jeremy Piven Within this episode, there is also discussion about How Awesome John Cusak [...]

In the 142nd episode of The Spiraken Manga Review, Xan checks out a action adventure shoenen series “Grenadier” by Sousuke Kaise Besides that, Xan also talks about not hearing back from Manganext about his panels Enjoy this episode Music For Episode: Intro Music -Kohaku by Mikuni Shimokawa ( Grenadier OST ), Ending Music - [...]

In this Episode of the Spiraken Movie Review, Xan is joined by Rufus and Baz as they do an initial review of the New high octane Racing Anime Movie “Redline” directed by Takeshi Koike and starring Takuya Kimura , Yu Aoi, and Tadanobu Asano Due to the Fact that a part of this episode [...]

In the 141st episode of The Spiraken Manga Review, Xan gives a passable review of the Alice in Wonderland/Wizard of Oz inspired Fantasy Manga “Pandora Heart” by Jun Mochizuki Besides this, Xan also talks about what will happen in the future and what he has been up to. Hope You Enjoy this episode Music For Episode: [...]

Finally, Spiraken has decided to focus on a subject that all the cohosts are good at and what are we talking about…Video Games!!! In this 1st episode of the Spiraken Game Review Podcast,Xan is joined by Kal as they discuss “Batman:Arkham City” from Game Developer Rocksteady and “Catherine” From Game Developer Altus They also talk about [...]

In the 140th episode of The Spiraken Manga Review, Xan celebrates his big 3-0 and compares two adaptations of the Densha Otoko story with “Densha Otoko A Shojo Manga” by Machiko Ocha and “Train Man - Densha Otoko” by Hidenori Hara Our Loyal listeners are also givwen the privilage of listening to Xan, Hope, Timbo [...]

In Celebration of this Thanksgiving Day Weekend, Xan decided to take a break from Manga, Movies and video games to bring you 21 songs that you can relax or go crazy to. With Xan’s color commentary, it is a pretty entertaining episode Next week we will be back to the status quo so worry not [...]

In the third installment of Spiraken Movie Review’s theme month of Karate Kempo & Krazed Kung Fu Master (brought to you by Kung Fu & Titties), Xan & Zorro cover the legends of Awesomeness which are told in the 2008 dreamworks masterpiece “Kung Fu Panda” directed by Mark Osborne and starring Jack Black , [...]

In this introspective episode of The Spiraken Manga Review, Xan tries something new as he reviews the 2009 manga adaptation of Osamu Dezai’s record breaking Novel Ningen Shikkaku or as it is now here No Longer Human written and illustrated by Usamaru Furuya While it is a shorter episode, the actual legwork to get this episode [...]

In this episode of the Spiraken Movie Review, Xan & Zorro continue the theme month of Karate Kempo & Krazed Kung Fu Master (brought to you by Kung Fu & Titties) with a Muay Tai action classic from 1989 starring the Muscles from Brussells himself, Jean Claude Van Damm in “Kick Boxer” directed by Mark [...]

This supplimental episode  contains the interview with Joseph McConnell, director of Kung Fu & Titties . The interview with Odie is informative and fun as Xan asks truly intriguing questions about the film.  Hope You Enjoy this episode Music For Episode: Intro Music -You’re The Best Around by Joe Espositio (The Karate [...]

In this episode of The Spiraken Manga Review, Xan interviews Joseph Odie McConnell, Director of “Kung Fu and Titties” as well as reviews the sports, martial arts, action manga “Grappler Baki” by Keisuke Itagak The interview with Odie is informative and fun as Xan asks truly intriguing questions about the film. His review of Grappler [...]

In this, the 52nd episode of the Spiraken Movie Review, Xan & Zorro begin our theme month of Karate Kempo & Krazed Kung Fu Master (brought to you by Kung Fu & Titties) with an amazing Kung Fu Film from 1985, “Barry Gordy’s Last Dragon” directed by Barry Gordy and starring Taimak, Vanity,Julius Carrey,Christopher Murney, [...]

In this episode of The Spiraken Manga Review, Xan is forced to review the Seinen World History Manga “Hetalia Axis Powers” by Hidekaz Himaruya, Meanwhile Timbo is extremely lucky as he gets to review the comedy Superhero Manga “Ratman” by INUI Sekihiko The majority of this episode is Timbo and Xan talking about [...]

In this episode of the Spiraken Movie Review,Xan & Timbo tackle a strange topic as they review the 2011 action film, “Drive Angry in 3D” directed by Patrick Lussier and starring Nicolas Cage, Michael Finchtner, Amber Heard, David Morse, Billy Burke, and Kenneth Wayne Bradley They also discuss why Dr. Mobieus is important, Cyborg [...]

Xan is back from New York Comic Con/ New York Anime Festival 2011 and he had a great time. Due to the length of the convention as well as the numerous panels and events, SPIRAKEN has decided to break the Con Report into several Segments. In this third and final [...]

Xan is back from New York Comic Con/ New York Anime Festival 2011 and he had a great time. Due to the length of the convention as well as the numerous panels and events, SPIRAKEN has decided to break the Con Report into several Segments. In this second section,Xan covers the  second day [...]

Xan is back from New York Comic Con/ New York Anime Festival 2011 and he had a great time. Due to the length of the convention as well as the numerous panels and events, SPIRAKEN has decided to break the Con Report into several Segments. In this first section,Xan covers the first dayof the convention, Thursday [...]

In this episode of the Spiraken Movie Review,Xan Baz & Rufus celebrate the 50th episode of the Spiraken Movie review by reviewing a completely absurb and brilliant movie directed by The Zucker Brothers and Jim Abrahams. And that film is the 1980 Classic, “Airplane”, starring Robert Hays,Kareem Abdul-Jabbar,Julie Hagerty,Leslie Nielsen,Peter Graves,Lloyd Bridges,Robert Stack,Frank Ashmore, [...]

We are off to and can’t wait to see you there, We will be taking lots of pictures and posting them on our photos page and taking videos/audio recordings for our massive con report. stay tuned to listen for it. if you are interested in meeting us here is the breakdown of who will be attending [...]

In this episode of The Spiraken Manga Review, Xan and Timbo talk about games and teaching as they review two unique titles; The Shonen Action Comedy Series “Hell Teacher Nube/Jigoku Sensei Nūbē ” written by Makura Sho and the Explosive Seinen Survivalist Series “BTOOOM!” by Junya Inoue Besides their usual banter, our hosts debate about [...]

In this episode of The Spiraken Manga Review, Timbo returns as he assists Xan in reviewing a terrible shonen manga “He is My Master/Kore ga Watashi no Goshujin-sama” by Mattsu First off, we apologize for the long hiatus from the last episode to this one, Life decided to throw many curveballs at our hosts so [...]

On this day in 1982, Kal was brought into existance, Since that day he has accomplished much and done things which many people are envious of. From going to Japan to working for a large company, there is still much for Kal to do in life. We hope the best for him and wish him [...]

Deke was born many years ago today in a place far from where.  Some will say Deke is an artistic, motivated,industrious individual, others will say he is a mad, depraved, perverted lunactic, but whatever people say, there are four things which are absolutely true about him. 1) He has the testicular fortitude to do the [...]

In this episode of the Spiraken Movie Review,Xan Baz & Rufus marvel as Kurt Russell and Sly Stallone Let their powers combine in this 1989 Action Buddy Cop Film, “Tango & Cash” directed by Andrey Konchalovskiy and also starring Jack Palance, Brion James, James Hong and Teri Hatcher There is also discuss on when Xan [...]

after 25 days of waiting, Xan is back from his forced hiatus due to the tragedy of Hurricane Irene. He has power back, he has internet back, and to top it off, he is upgrading and fixing the website to look better and be more efficient. Hope you guys have been patient.

Due to Hurricane Irene,  On August 28th, Xan lost his power and internet. Sorry for the inconvenience, there is lots of new podcast ideas and episodes that will be ready for you guys to listen to, once we are back. so relax and wish for the best

Due to a death in Xan’s family, The Spiraken Manga Review/Spiraken Movie Review will be on hiatus for a month If you need your podcast fix, check out some classic episodes of the podcast in our review archive or check out www.fightbait.com for some pretty bizarre stuff. if you would like to send your condolences to xan, [...]

In this episode of The Spiraken Manga Review, Xan attempts the improbable as he reviews arguably one of the greatest works in manga history, the historic and amazing shounen manga from 1951 “Tetsuwan Atom/ Astroboy” by Osamu Tezuka While there have been many essays, articles, and podcasts which have reviewed astroboy, Xan does his best [...]

In this episode of the Spiraken Movie Review,Xan Baz & Rufus get their mayham film fix as they review the 2007 action comedy film, “Shoot’ Em Up” directed by Michael David and starring Clive Owen, Paul Giamatti, Monica Bellucci, Stephen McHattie, and Greg Bryk While this episode is slightly disjointed, if you pay attention, it makes [...]

In this metalisous episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan and Timbo rock on as they review the Heavy Metal Comedy series “Detroit Metal City” by Kiminori Wakasugi Listen as our intrepid hosts describe the diverse nature of Metal itself and laugh as they rant about Dr. Mobeius and his Killer Scorpions with their pincers and [...]

To all of our American listeners, HAPPY FOURTH OF JULY May your day be fun and safe -Xan & the rest of the Spiraken Manga/Movie Review Hosts

In this episode of the Spiraken Movie Review, Baz and his wife Aimee join to assist Xan review the film which brought the return of High Seas Adventure Films. So enjoy as they review the pirate adventure film, “Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl” directed by Gore Verbinski and starring Johnny [...]

In this episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan takes it slow as he reviews the romantic comedy parody manga “Hayate no Gotoku/Hayate The Combat Butler” by Kenjiro Hata Despite the absence of his opinion on the manga’s artstyle, Xan goes in depth on his feelings about this manga. Hope You Enjoy this episode Music For Episode: [...]

In this episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan is back and ready for action as he review the romantic drama manga “Ichigo 100% / Strawberry 100%” by Yamada Keiyou While it is a shorter episode, listen to the stinger to get Xan’s full opinion on this manga and why it was more then it appears [...]

In this episode of the Spiraken Movie Review, Xan is joined by Timbo as they complete the third installment of the month of Capes Costumes and Crazed Criminal Masterminds, with their review of The latest DC movie to come out, the sci fi adventure “Green Lantern” Directed by Martin Campbell and starring Ryan Reynolds, Blake [...]

As Oppose to making this a supplimental episode, Xan decided to create a whole new section for Con Reports/reviews, so here is Xan, Timbo and Bell Chan’s Review of Anime Next 2011. Listen as they talk about what as good, bad, and insane at this con in Summerset New Jersey, debate about the rules of the [...]

In this episode of the Spiraken Movie Review, Xan continues the Third Theme month in 2011, The Month of Capes Costumes and Crazed Criminal Masterminds, with assistance by the dynamic Duo of Baz and Rufus. Become enraged as they review that gamma irradiated movie “The Incredible Hulk” Directed by Louis Leterrier and starring Edward Norton, [...]

Xan, Timbo and Bellchan are off to The AnimeNext Convention in Summerset NJ They will be spending three days going to panels, watching movies, attending concerts, and observing the anime/manga fan in their natural environment Expect A Con Report

In this episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan talks about his plans for Animenext 2011, goes over some news and reviews the poorly done manga “Toxic” by Takahashi Ryo Note that the views express in the manga reviewed are not the views of The Spiraken Manga Review, The host Xan or anyone affiliated with this [...]

n this episode of the Spiraken Movie Review, Kal returns as The Spiraken Movie Review guys start off the Third Theme month in 2011. So enjoy as they start of the month of Capes Costumes and Crazed Criminal Masterminds, with thereview of the Richard Donner Cut of “Superman 2″ Directed by Richard Donnor and [...]

In the 129th Episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan revisits the world of bounty hunters with a new spin on it. So Listen as he reviews the bombastic action comedy Manga “Gunsmith Cats” by KenichiSonata Our intrepid host also discuss handicapable villians, Hope’s upcoming project and hints at the updated review archive at our websiteHope [...]

In this episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan reviews the Viz shonen jump manga “Black Cat” by Kentaro Yabuki Despite this being a quick episode, our host also talks about the homages to other anime, manga, and video games that are within this manga.Hope You Enjoy this episode Music For Episode: Intro Music -American Money [...]

Three Years Ago Today, Xan And May-san Decided To Waste some time by doing a podcast about providing information and reviews about Manga. Three Years Later and we’re still going strong. HAPPY THREE YEAR ANNIVERSARY GUYS!! Here’s to many more years of this podcast. Keep Listening and keep supporting us

In this episode of the Spiraken Movie Review, Xan is joined by Hope as they review the film adaptation of Douglas Adam’s Greatest Novel Masterpiece, the Comedy Adventure , “The Hitchhiker’s Guide To The Galaxy” Directed by Garth Jennings and starring Martin Freeman, Zooey Deschanel, Mos Def, Sam Rockwell, Bill Nighy, John Malkovich and Alan [...]

In the 127th Episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan and Timbo talk about ultraviolence and what someone needs to survive in insurmountable odds as they review the shonen adventure survival manga “Cage of Eden/ Eden no Ori” by Yamada Keiyou and the Ultraviolent Adventure Horror Scifi Seinen Manga “Gantz” by Hiroya Oku They [...]

In this episode of the Spiraken Movie Review, Xan and Bellchan have fun as they review the Fantasy Comedy Adventure Movie, “Jumanji” Directed by Joe Johnston and starring Robin Williams, Bonnie Hunt, Jonathan Hyde, David Alan Grier, Kristen Dunst and Adam Hann-Byrd . Our hosts also discuss board games, shoes, and many other topics in [...]

Today Xan, Timbo, Bellchan, Kurado, *********, Deke, and Ash were at The Sakura Matsuri in The Brooklyn Botanic Gardens to Check out the Sakura Trees and to have an good time, If you want to see the pics from the Festival Click the picture or right here Most of the Spiraken Manga/Movie Review Hosts (except Kal, [...]

In this episode of the Spiraken Movie Review, John Paul/Fightbait of www.fightbait.com joins Xan inThe final installment of the month of dope. This theme month goes out with a bang as they review the college comedy “How High” directed by Jesse Dylan and starring Method Man and Redman Besides the movie,Xan and Fightbait also talk about [...]

In this Episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan delves into the mind of an indentured servant as he reviews the shonen supernatural manga “Black Butler” by Yana Toboso He also discusses Spiraken’s plans for the upcoming Sakura Matsuri as well as what is a butler exactly and why do they butle. Hope You Enjoy this [...]

In this, the one hundred and Twenty Fifth Episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan takes it solo as he discusses the end of tokyo pop and reviews the high school comedy manga series “Sayonara Zetsubo Sensei” by Kōji Kumeta There is also talk of who will be at the sakura matsuri at the BBG and [...]

In this episode of the Spiraken Movie Review, Xan is joined by an ensemble group of cohosts as they discuss the forth movie review installment of Spiraken’s Second Theme Month of 2011, The Month of Dope. The brilliant, inspirational and quotable film that they review is “The Big Lebowski” Directed by The [...]

Hope you have a relaxing and fun day everyone.

In this episode of the Spiraken Movie Review, Timbo assists Xan as they enter the Third installment of Spiraken’s Second Theme Month of 2011, The Month of Dope. They decide to mellow out from the heaviness of the last two episodes with a fun little stoner comedy adventure “Up In Smoke” Directed by [...]

In this Episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan and Timbo review manga as Bellchan adds color commentary. Listen as Timbo reviews the Shojo Fantasy series “Ayashi no Ceres” by Yuu Watase and Xan reviews the comedy drama Manwah “My Loveable Fatty” by Lee Hee Jeong There is also discussion about Freakazoid, how America makes you [...]

In this episode of the Spiraken Movie Review, Xan and Deke continue The Second Theme Month of 2011, The Month of Dope with a reinterpretation of Hunter S. Thompson’s brilliant/insane novel about excess, violence, insanity, and Las Vegas as they review the 1998 movie “Fear And Loathing In Las Vegas” Directed by Terry Gilliam [...]

In this Episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Kal returns from his experience in the Re-Cloninator as he assists Xan in reviewing the Sci Fi Comedy Harem Series “Saber Marionette J” by Satoru Akahori and illustrated by Tsukasa Kotobuki and Yumisuke Kotoyoshi Our intreped hosts also discuss the paradim shift occuring at malls, the recent [...]

In this episode of the Spiraken Movie Review, The Second Theme Month of 2011 begins. So Listen as Xan and Deke start off The Month of Dope with an explorationary film into The Counterculture and the Myth of the American Dream as they review the 1969 movie “Easy Rider” Directed and Starring Dennis Hopper and [...]

APRIL FOOLS As many of you may have guessed. Supplimental Episode % was an april fool’s Episode. There is no such thing as The Jello Cast nor is there a supplimental episode %. Hope you got a kick out of it.Comment here on what you thought about our joke Xan P.S. normal episodes will be back up by [...]

In this supplimental episode, Xan, Deke, and Kal discuss the change that is needed to make this world a better a place.. no seriously they speak about why gamers should enjoy playing Call of Duty Black ops, the joys of sex, and various other things hope you enjoy

In this Episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan evaluates the negative aspects of controlling relationships as he reviews the shojo romance drama series “Hot Gimmick” by Miki Aihara As he reviews this manga, Xan discusses the negative aspects of Abusive Relationships and some of those lost in The Great Tokyo Earthquake of 2011. Note, [...]

In this episode of the Spiraken Movie Review, Xan and Deke are joined by the long awaited Jubbs as they review the Horror Action Super heroish 19912 movie “Darkman” directed by Sam Raimi and starring Liam Neeson, Larry Drake, Francis Mcdermitt and Ted Raimi. Besides the topic at hand, three emails are reviewed, discussions of what [...]

In this episode , Deke and Xan go on a zany adventure as the review the 1982 comedy “Doctor Detroit” directed by Michael Pressman and starring Dan Aykroyd, Howard Hesseman, Donna Dixon and Fran Dresher. They also spend over half the podcast answering one email, and discuss the merits of phil spector hair. Check it out Please [...]

In this Emergency Suppliemental episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan and Bell-Chan react to the Tsunami and Earthquake, which hit Japan, on March 11th 2011. Besides going over the basic information on the disaster, Spiraken implores you to donate Either to the Redcross (text REDCROSS to 90999) or to the Salvation Army (text JAPAN to [...]

In this episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Timbo returns to reviews the historical action Vietnam war era manga , “Apocalpyse Meow/Cat S#!t One” by Motofumi Kobayashi, meanwhile Xan is infected by his sci fi horror manga “Parasyte” by Hitoshi Iwaaki However, the majority of the episode is from a very long and drawn out email [...]

In this episode , Timbo and Xan go on an existencial rollar coaster ride in this Neo Noir Sci/fi film “Dark City” directed by Alex Proya and starring Rufus Sewell, William Hurt, Jennifer Connoly and Richard O Brien Besides the plot and characters, our hosts discuss the origin of automats, the quality of alien abductions, the [...]

We’ve reached 120 episodes on the Spiraken Manga Review, So it is a cause for Celebration. So in this episode, Bell returns to give her long awaited review of “Mushishi” by Yuki Urushibara, while Xan reviews the comedy police series by Kōsuke Fujishima “You’re Under Arrest” Besides the reviews, Xan and Bell discuss news, talk about [...]

First off Happy Birthday Baz, hope you have many more, H Now as stated above we have finally caught up in episodes that needed to be released and were skipped over due to errors in their recording so for your consideration here is Spiraken movie Review Ep 20: Hitching a ride with someone you love or [...]

In this episode of the Spiraken Movie Review, We close out the month of Swords, Sorcery, and Sweaty Shirtless Guys with a film possibly worthy of the fantasy genre.So kick back and relax and Xan, Deke and Kal, go through scene by scene and review the 1984 manly and barbarianesqe fantasy film “Conan the [...]

In the 31st episode of the Spiraken Movie Review, The month of Swords, Sorcery, and Sweaty Shirtless Guys continues with its third film to be reviewed. Xan and Deke Delve Deep into the mystical and Fantasy world of Ridley Scott in this 1984 fantasy film “Legend” directed by Ridley Scott and starring Tom Cruise, [...]

In the one hundred and nineteenth Episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Kal reviews the Sequel to a Harem comedy manga reviewed in ep 18, “Girl Saurus DX” by Kei Kusunoki, which Xan gets to review the prison action sci/fi series “Deadman Wonderland” by Jinsei Kataoka They also discuss the current season of Smallville and Kal [...]

In this episode of the Spiraken Movie Review, Xan and Kal continue the Swords, Sorcery, and Sweaty Shirtless Guys Theme month with its second installment. They review the 1980’s Cult Classic Fantasy Film “Dragonslayer” directed by Matthew Robbins and starring Peter MacNicol, Caitlin Clark, Ralph Richarson, Sydney Bromley and Ian McDiarmid Kal and Xan also [...]

In this, the 29th episode of the Spiraken Movie Review, Xan and Deke kick off the Swords, Sorcery, and Sweaty Shirtless Guys Theme month with a bang as they review the arthurian legend retold in the film “Excalibur” directed by John Boorman and starring Nigel Terry, Helen Mirren, Nicholas Clay, Patrick Stewart and Liam Neesan Other [...]

In this action packed episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Deke review the vastly popular Shonen Series, “Groove Adventure Rave” by Hiro Mashima, while Xan proves his worth as he examines the Burning Passion of a Giant Robot Series that is , “Mazinger Z” by Go Nagai, Besides geeking out about Rocket Punches, Missile Punches, [...]

In this episode of the Spiraken Movie Review, Xan and Bellchan review a romantic comedy from 2011 ” No Strings Attached” directed by Ivan Reitman and starring Ashton Kutcher, Natalie Portman, Kevin Kline and Cary Elwes Also on topic is what makes a romantic couple have chemistry, why one should never date their child’s ex, the [...]

In this Special Suppliemental episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan and Bell-chan review a DVD promo that was sent to them by BAM! Entertainment for an upcoming Anime Series “Durarara!” bythe  Creator of Baccano! , Ryohgo Narita That’s right fans, Xan and Bell go through and explain their reactions and feelings about the talked about [...]

In this episode, Xan and Deke review a movie which is high octane insanity and hilarity, the R-rated movie “Crank” directed by Mark Neveldine and starring Jason Statham, Amy Smart, and Jose Pablo Cantillo Our hosts are hopped up on sugar in this episode, so some parts may seem incomprehendable but it makes sense…to them at [...]

In this episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Deke official reviews his first manga, the lovecraftian japanese horror story “Uzumaki” by Junji Ito, while Xan reviews the light hearted and hilarious Cat Manga, “Neko Ramen” by Kenji Sonish Also included in this episode is discussion about garfield minus garfield, spirals, father/son relationships , The Who, [...]

Hey listeners, It’s another episode of the Spiraken Movie Review. In this episode, Xan and Deke review a crazy and tripped out 80s Sci/fi Comedy Movie “My Science Project” directed by Jonathan R. Betuel and starring John Stockwell, Danielle von Zerneck, Fisher Stevens, Raphael Sbarge and Dennis Hopper Our Intrepid Hosts also discuss the probability of [...]

n this episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan and Kal discuss the finer points of psychology and imprisionment as they review two intriging seinen manga, “Homunculus” by Hideo Yamamoto , and ” Oldboy” by Garon Tsuchiya They also discuss the finer points of Trepanation, keeping oneself fit, the nutritional balance of chinese food, why [...]

Happy 2011 ^_^ Thank you for listening to the Spiraken Movie Review! This year has been phenomenal. We have a blast doing this podcast and we will continue to do it until Xan goes bankrupt. We hope that 2010 was a great year for you and here’s hoping that 2011 is ten times better. Happy New [...]

Hey guys, due to a conflict in schedules we were not able to record an episode for this the last week of 2010. No worries 2011 will be better I promise. Hope you have a safe and happy new Year Xan and the Spiraken Manga Review crew

Merry Christmas, It’s time for our very special Christmas episode of the Spiraken Movie Review . And for you our listeners, Xan, Deke and Kal go all out and review one of the greatest Christmas Movies of All Time “Die Hard” directed by John McTiernan and starring Bruce Willis, Reginald Veljohnson and [...]

In this episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Kal returns to reviews the Insanely Popular shounen series “Naruto” by Masashi Kishimoto , meanwhile Xan continues his ongoing coverage of Hirohiko Araki’s Insane, Psychotic and addictive manga series ” Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure” by covering the Third Story Arc “Stardust Crusaders” With a discussion of the New [...]

To one of our most interesting co-hosts, Happy Birthday Hope. Here’s to many more birthdays

In this episode of the Spiraken Movie Review, Joseph “Odie” McConnell, The Director and creator of the upcoming film “Kung Fu & Titties”, returns as he and Xan, review one of the greatest Manga Live Action Film Adaptions of All Time, “Riki-Oh The Story of Ricky” directed by Ngai Kai Lam and starring [...]