In This episode, Xan reviews a post apocalyptic horror manga about turning, not into zombies, but rather into cats!!! How insane is this? well, sit back and find out as he reviews the manga Night of the Living Cat by Hawkman with art by Mecha-Roots. ----more---- Besides discussing this manga, our intrepid host also goes over the latest manga releas…

In This Episode, Xan reviews a manga about a hero who cannot defeat the Demon King, because of a cat. How is it? Well, relax and find out as he reviews the comedy action manga Cat on the Hero's Lap by Kousuke Iijima and illustrated by Shiori. ----more---- As our intrepid host discusses the danger of cats sleeping on your lap, he also goes over the …

In this episode, Xan reviews a Josei manga about the what if's in your life and the regrets you have in your 30s. Is it worth checking out? Well sit back and find out as he reviews the rom com josei series Tokyo Tarareba Girls by Akiko Higashimura. ----more---- As he discusses this manga, he also goes over what was chosen from our x.com poll and wh…

In this ep, Xan reviews an action manga created by the mangaka responsible for Tokyo Ghoul. How does it compare? Well, sit back and find out as he reviews Choujin X by Sui Ishida. ----more---- As he discusses the similarities between this and other superpowered manga, he also talks a little bit about Animazement 2024 and he geeks out over the lates…

In this episode, Xan reviews a shonen manga about assassins and con artists looking for love. Is it a good manga? Well, sit back and find out as he reviews the action, romance manga series Marriage Toxin by Joumuaku with art by Mizuki Yoda. ----more---- As our intrepid host discusses this manga's better qualities, he also talks about his upcoming p…

Happy 16 Year Anniversary To Spiraken!!!! In this special anniversary episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan reviews a science fiction, survival mech series. Is it worth the read? Well Sit back and find out as he reviews Snowball Earth by Yuhiro Tsujitsugu. ----more---- Besides discussing the manga, Xan also goes over some fun statistics about t…

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 parti…

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--…

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 S…

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…

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…

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 capti…

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…

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 dyn…

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 S…

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 Fergus…

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 @sp…

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…

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 Twit…

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, h…

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 a…

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 h…

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…

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. Remem…

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 vario…