Best That One Blerd Podcasts (2025)

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#130 Cyberpunk? No Cyber…Monk | Bozebeats ft YouTuber Living Deadman 44:32

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We and our guest YouTuber Living Deadman discuss Shonen Jump manga Bozebeats. MAL Description: Religious monks adapted to modern technology and weaponry to combat the threat of demons. Ryuudaiji, a monk who's on a journey to locate and purge a demon spirit that is terrorizing a forest which was notorious to be a place where people commit suicides, …

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#129.5 Evil spirits and prayer bead machine guns | Bozebeats first impressions 23:29

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MAL Description: Religious monks adapted to modern technology and weaponry to combat the threat of demons. Ryuudaiji, a monk who's on a journey to locate and purge a demon spirit that is terrorizing a forest which was notorious to be a place where people commit suicides, meets a wolf boy, Tamaki Madoka, and his wolf companion. Things start to devel…

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#129 Slow cars and the power of the sun | Donten Prism Solar Car ft Blerd Without Fear 59:11

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We and our guest YouTuber Blerd Without Fear discuss Jump SQ manga Donten Prism Solar Car. MAL Description: When 10-year-old Kaneda Shota was involved in a car accident that claimed the life of his father, it changed the course of his life forever. Even though his mother got a job and tried her best to support her son, money was always tight. Now, …

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#128.5 A cars the devil? Donten Prism Solar Car First Impressions 19:02

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MAL Description: When 10-year-old Kaneda Shota was involved in a car accident that claimed the life of his father, it changed the course of his life forever. Even though his mother got a job and tried her best to support her son, money was always tight. Now, unable to afford college, Shota works a part-time job, in addition to his full-time job at …

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S4 Ep238: Episode #238: Jeremy Pargo on Love, Film & Reinvention 54:57

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Silas and Samantha sit down with former NBA player and current international basketball star Jeremy Pargo, who’s now making his mark as a filmmaker and actor. Jeremy stars in and co-wrote The Final Play, a romantic comedy about a retired pro athlete finding purpose, love, and fulfillment beyond the court. They discuss his transition from sports to …

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#128 Five years and two guests! | SWOT relook with Rem and Shaun from Anime out of Context 1:07:06

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For the first time on a main episode we not one, not three but, our two guests Rem and Shaun from Anime out of Context discuss Shonen Jump manga SWOT to celebrate five years of Shonen Flop MAL Description: Transfer student Manabizaki Kyou is a swot, a person who spends too much time studying. His dream is to attend Tokyo University and then work fo…

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#127.5 Five years of Shonen Flop?! Ranking everything so far 2025 edition 19:41

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Show Notes: • Find a breakdown of our tier lists here! imgur.com/a/6kig8GB • You can reach us at Twitter @shonenflopcast or email us [email protected] • Help keep the show running by joining the Shonen Flop Patreon at patreon.com/shonenflop. Get perks like early access to episodes; picking series for us to cover; and exclusive episodes on manga …

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S4 Ep237: Lynn Harris: Gold Comedy, Truffle Chips & Killing "Comedienne" 1:01:31

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Comedian, writer, and founder of Gold Comedy, Lynn Harris, joins Silas and Samantha for a deep dive into building inclusive comedy communities, how Gold Comedy supports women and nonbinary creators, and why killing the term “comedienne” might just change the world. Plus, discover her truffle chip addiction, her revolutionary knowledge, and her favo…

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#127 Is this doctor turning the big house into a big home? Rash!! ft MarzGurl 55:58

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We and our guest YouTuber MarzGurl discuss Shonen Jump manga Rash!! from the creator of City Hunter. Show Notes: • You can reach us at Twitter @shonenflopcast, Tumblr shonen-flop, or email [email protected] • You can find our guest at youtube.com/user/MarzGurl or marzgurl.com • Get Shonen Flop merch, including this episode’s cover art, on a shir…

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#126.5 A doctor who can drive a car?? Rash!! First impressions 17:16

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Show Notes: • You can reach us at Twitter @shonenflopcast or email us [email protected] • Help keep the show running by joining the Shonen Flop Patreon at patreon.com/shonenflop. Get perks like early access to episodes; picking series for us to cover; and exclusive episodes on manga like Undead Unluck, Magu-chan: God of Destruction, and Cypher A…

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S4 Ep236: Episode #236: A Whole Lot Of Hooey 1:02:45

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In this episode of Black & A Half, Silas and Samantha get deep and playful about positivity, mindset, manifestation, and the joy (and judgment) of believing in a “whole lot of hooey.” From allergy season survival tips and natural remedies to whether thinking good thoughts actually changes our lives, they question, laugh, and affirm what makes reali…

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#126 Bad manga, good friends. Koisome Momiji ft YouTuber RogersBase 58:21

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We and our guest YouTuber RogersBasediscuss Shonen Jump manga Koisome Momiji. MAL Description: A girl asks Katsuragi Shouta to take a picture of her with Enoshima in the background. Embarrassed by her cuteness, he takes the picture and runs away. He later finds out that she is an actress by the name of Shinomiya Sana. A TV drama, Koisome Momiji, wi…

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S4 Ep235: Episode #235 - Bonsai That Beast 1:00:31

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In Episode 235 of Black & A Half, Silas and Samantha dive deep into gardening as metaphor, ADHD hyperfocus, decluttering struggles, and the unexpected wisdom of insurance companies. They explore the trust we place in strangers, the emotional weight of getting rid of stuff, the unpredictability of parenting, and what “bonsai-ing your life” really me…

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#125.5 This might end up being a bad romance… Koisome Momiji first impressions 24:56

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MAL Description: A girl asks Katsuragi Shouta to take a picture of her with Enoshima in the background. Embarrassed by her cuteness, he takes the picture and runs away. He later finds out that she is an actress by the name of Shinomiya Sana. A TV drama, Koisome Momiji, will be shot in Shouta's town and Sana will be starring in one of the lead roles…

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S4 Ep234: Episode #234: Meal Trains & Mental Gains 58:00

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In this heartfelt and humorous episode, Silas and Samantha dive into the concept of “recovery”—whether from surgery, pride, or economic hardship. They unpack the emotional impact of community care like meal trains, the stigma surrounding poverty, and how asking for help is an act of strength. Plus, they brainstorm million-dollar ideas and get nosta…

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#125 Wait, where's the rest of the manga?! Pandamic ft YouTuber bobvids 58:55

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We and our guest YouTuber bobvids discuss Comic Earth Star manga Pandamic. MAL Description: Minita Kokage, a man who was bullied in his past due to his unfortunate name, encounters something unbelievable while working his part-time job, causing his daily life to suddenly change. Show Notes: • You can reach us at Twitter @shonenflopcast, Tumblr shon…

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#124.5 Is this mascot manga absolute pandemonium? Pandamic first impressions 20:11

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MAL Description: Minita Kokage, a man who was bullied in his past due to his unfortunate name, encounters something unbelievable while working his part-time job, causing his daily life to suddenly change. Show Notes: • You can reach us at Twitter @shonenflopcast or email us [email protected] • Help keep the show running by joining the Shonen Flo…

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#124 The creator of Death Note made this? Blue Dragon spinoff Ral Grad ft YouTuber James Tullos 49:15

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Grad the Burninator? We and our guest YouTuber James Tullos discuss Shonen Jump manga Ral Grad. Show Notes: • You can reach us at Twitter @shonenflopcast, Tumblr shonen-flop, or email [email protected] • You can find our guest at youtube.com/@JamesTullos • Help keep the show running by joining the Shonen Flop Patreon at patreon.com/shonenflop. G…

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S4 Ep233: "Nerdy, Kinky & Hilarious: Marie Elizabeth Unleashed" 59:05

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In Episode 233 of Black & A Half, Silas and Samantha welcome the brilliantly nerdy and hilariously honest Marie Elizabeth. A rising star in Seattle's comedy scene, Marie dives into her journey from film school to the stand-up stage, her deep love of Star Trek, and the vibrant intersection of neurodivergence, kink, and comedy. From Real Nerds of Com…

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#123.5 This is a children's video game spinoff? Ral Grad 18:29

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This Blue Dragon spinoff doesn’t exactly color me impressed. David and Jordan give their first thoughts on Shonen Jump manga Ral Grad. Listen in as they give an overview of the first chapter, where they think it will go from there, and ultimately their “power word” to describe the series so far. They also dive into some listener questions. Show Not…

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#123 This series gives 120%, do we? - Sex Ed 120% ft Official Series Letter Sara Linsley 51:34

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Gotta be honest, I really learned some interesting things from the series. We and our guest Official Series Letter Sara Linsleydiscuss Sex Ed 120%. Show Notes: • You can reach us at Twitter @shonenflopcast, Tumblr shonen-flop, or email [email protected] • You can find our guest at sara.pizza • Help keep the show running by joining the Shonen Flo…

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S4 Ep232: Episode #232: When Comedy Gets Hijacked & Texting Goes Wrong 57:50

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In this episode of Black & A Half, Silas and Samantha take you on a rollercoaster of laughs, dark humor, and deep conversations. They discuss the weird experience of finding stolen comedy material online, the tricky nuances of text message etiquette, and how generational differences affect digital communication. Plus, they dive into the joy (or hor…

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#122.5 Shonen Flop goes educational!? - Sex Ed 120% 17:54

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Edutainment finally comes to Shonen Flop! David and Jordan give their first thoughts on manga Sex Ed 120%. Listen in as they give an overview of the first chapter, where they think it will go from there, and ultimately their “power word” to describe the series so far. They also dive into some listener questions. Show Notes: • You can reach us at Tw…

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S4 Ep231: Episode 231: Scales, Strings & Second Chances: The Art of Learning (and Failing) 54:43

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In this episode of Black & A Half, Silas and Samantha dive into the joys (and struggles) of learning new skills, from playing instruments to navigating life's unexpected detours. They explore the power of persistence, failing forward, and why self-improvement is a lifelong jam session. Plus, thoughts on tipping culture, crowdfunding fatigue, and a …

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#122 Cyber Blue - the dumbest BEST Action Manga Shonen has ft Youtuber Anthony Gramuglia 59:41

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The creator of Fist of the North Star brings every 80s action movie all in one, hell yeah We and our guest Youtuber Anthony Gramuglia discuss Shonen Jump manga Cyber Blue. Show Notes: • You can reach us at Twitter @shonenflopcast, Tumblr shonen-flop, or email [email protected] • You can find our guest at youtube.com/@agramuglia and agramuglia.bs…

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S4 Ep230: Episode #230: Getting Lit: Immersive Theater, Comedy, and Chaos with Jason DeLeo 50:57

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This week on Black & A Half, Silas and Samantha welcome back Jason DeLeo from LIT Immersive! We dive into the wild world of immersive theater, where audiences step inside the action instead of just watching it. Jason shares behind-the-scenes stories, the challenges of creating interactive performances, and how Seattle’s theater scene is evolving. P…

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#121.5 Robots, F-Bombs, and No Plot - is Cyber Blue a good Manga? 21:16

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What the F---? David and Jordan give their first thoughts on Shonen Jump manga Cyber Blue. Listen in as they give an overview of the first chapter, where they think it will go from there, and ultimately their “power word” to describe the series so far. They also dive into some listener questions. Show Notes: • You can reach us at Twitter @shonenflo…

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#121 Hakutaku, Why Did the Author Make This?! ft Youtuber Monitor Comics 50:27

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#121 Hakutaku, Why Did the Author Make This?! ft Youtuber Monitor Comics Does anyone actually care about AR this much? We and our guest Monitor Comics discuss Shonen Jump manga Hakutaku. Show Notes: • You can reach us at Twitter @shonenflopcast, Tumblr shonen-flop, or email [email protected] • You can find our guest at youtube.com/c/MonitorComic…

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S4 Ep229: Episode #229: Confidence, Callbacks, and Kendrick: Finding Meaning in the Madness 56:46

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In this episode of Black & A Half, Silas and Samantha dive into the world of self-confidence, good lighting, and the unexpected depth of Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl halftime show. They break down the art of callbacks, the power of four key questions for stress management, and even debate the hidden dangers of using toilet paper as Kleenex. Thought-…

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#120.5 A Manga about Game Design?! Hakutaku First Impressions 20:33

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Does this series have game? David and Jordan give their first thoughts on Shonen Jump manga Hakutaku. Listen in as they give an overview of the first chapter, where they think it will go from there, and ultimately their “power word” to describe the series so far. They also dive into some listener questions. Show Notes: • You can reach us at Twitter…

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#120 Chameleon Jail: A Slam Dunk? Or a Slam Flop?! ft Manga Analyst Josu_ke 45:40

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This series by the creator of Slam Dunk misses the rim We and our guest Manga Analyst Josu_ke discuss Shonen Jump manga Chameleon Jail. Show Notes: • You can reach us at Twitter @shonenflopcast, Tumblr shonen-flop, or email [email protected] • You can find our guest at @josu_ke or mangacodex.com • Help keep the show running by joining the Shonen…

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S4 Ep228: Episode #228: Sliding Doors & Stolen Nachos: Life’s Big Choices 43:47

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In this episode of Black & A Half, we tackle land acknowledgments—are they meaningful or just performative? Then, we dive into life’s big choice points, parallel universes, and whether we’re all living in a Sliding Doors moment. Finally, we get emotional about food that’s so good it makes you cry (or angry!). 🔥 Are land acknowledgments empty gestur…

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#119.5 Blending in, but does it Stand Out?! Chameleon Jail 18:42

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Does this Chameleon Jail deserve a Lizard Prison? David and Jordan give their first thoughts on Shonen Jump manga Chameleon Jail. Listen in as they give an overview of the first chapter, where they think it will go from there, and ultimately their “power word” to describe the series so far. They also dive into some listener questions. Show Notes: •…

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S4 Ep227: Episode 227: Yes, And: Building Community One Laugh at a Time 56:06

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Episode 227: Yes, And: Building Community One Laugh at a Time In this episode of Black and a Half, we dive deep into the power of community, connection, and collaboration. From the quirky camaraderie of improv to the solo grind of stand-up comedy, we explore how different creative spaces foster relationships (or don't!). Along the way, we discuss p…

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(Rerun) #116 Why this Hell's Paradise Clone Failed - Dear Anemone ft Official Series Letterer Finn K. 49:17

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The Shonen Flop team is taking a much-needed holiday break in January. Instead of a new episode this week we’re rerunning our episode with guest of the year Finn K.! You can find our next new episode, first thoughts on Chameleon Jail on Feb 3rd. Hells Fabricant Annihilation Paradise 100 Formars We and our guest Official Series Letterer Finn K. disc…

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Patreon Unlocked: We Talk Giant Robots with Comic Book Artist Zander Canon, Getter Robo Go 38:50

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The Shonen Flop team is taking a much-needed holiday break in January. Instead of a new episode this week we’re rerunning our favorite Patreon episode of the year! You can find our next new episode, first thoughts on Chameleon Jail on Feb 3rd. Is the follow up to Getter Robo even better? Hell yeah it is! We and Comic Book Creator Zander Cannon (Top…

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S4 Ep226: Episode 226 - AI Is Coming For Your Relationship 52:33

6M ago52:33

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This week, Samantha and Silas discuss Tik Tok, AI in relationships, setting boundaries with partners, and what constitutes cheating in a relationship.By Black & A Half

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(Rerun) #97 What the Hell is a Flesh Bomb? Saint Muscle Ft. Cartoonist KC Green 57:14

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The Shonen Flop team is taking a much-needed holiday break in January. Instead of a new episode this week we’re rerunning our favorite episode of the year! You can find our next new episode, first thoughts on Chameleon Jail on Feb 3rd. Flesh bomb or manga bomb? We and our guest Cartoonist KC Green discuss Shonen Jump manga Saint Muscle. Show Notes:…

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S4 Ep225: Episode #225 - We Are Back 1:01:43

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Samantha Rund returns to co-host Black & A Half. In this episode, they talk about fact-checking on Facebook, grief, and rededication.By Black & A Half

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#119 Who was the best? The 4th Annual Floppy Awards 42:47

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It’s time for the biggest awards show in cancelled manga podcasting, the 4th annual Floppies! • Make your own awards list here https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1NQEejrL_L4jByN4ZJEVkmP7B3zdazAykehPEbqN_4PU/edit#gid=2038043445 • David’s six-word summary short list https://www.patreon.com/posts/119015488?pr=true Show Notes: • You can reach us at…

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#118 Shadow Clone Vampires; Jiangshi X ft Manga Information Manga Alerts 48:46

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How does a vampire manga have no stakes? We and our guest Manga Alerts discuss Jump+ manga Jiangshi X. Show Notes: • You can reach us at Twitter @shonenflopcast, Tumblr shonen-flop, or email [email protected] • You can find our guest at MangaAlerts • Help keep the show running by joining the Shonen Flop Patreon at patreon.com/shonenflop. Get per…

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#117.5 Naruto's Back?! Wait... Jiangshi X first impressions 21:50

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Can you believe this series is a Naruto ripoff? We sure can! David and Jordan give their first thoughts on Shonen Jump+ manga Jiangshi X. Listen in as they give an overview of the first chapter, where they think it will go from there, and ultimately their “power word” to describe the series so far. They also dive into some listener questions. Show …

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#117 Yui Kamio is a Confused Story! ft Translation Analyst Lightning 56:07

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A woman so wild she even makes a gigachad sweat We and our guest translation analyst Lightning discuss Jump Plus manga Yui Kamio Lets Loose. Show Notes: • You can reach us at Twitter @shonenflopcast, Tumblr shonen-flop, or email [email protected] • You can find our guest at lightningclaire (X) and lightningclaire.bsky.social (Bluesky) • Help kee…

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#116.5 Yui Kamio Lets Loose! Trash or Gem? 21:29

7M ago21:29

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Oh great now there’s two of them! David and Jordan give their first thoughts on Shonen Jump manga Yui Kamio Lets Loose. Listen in as they give an overview of the first chapter, where they think it will go from there, and ultimately their “power word” to describe the series so far. They also dive into some listener questions. Show Notes: • You can r…

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#116 Why this Hell's Paradise Clone Failed - Dear Anemone ft Official Series Letterer Finn K. 49:17

7M ago49:17

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Hells Fabricant Annihilation Paradise 100 Formars We and our guest Official Series Letterer Finn K. discuss Shonen Jump manga Dear Anemone. Show Notes: • You can reach us at Twitter @shonenflopcast, Tumblr shonen-flop, or email [email protected] • You can find our guest at @matchafinn • Help keep the show running by joining the Shonen Flop Patre…

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#115.5 Hell's Paradise Clone? Dear Anemone 21:16

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This island full of monsters sure is some kind of Hell’s Paradise. David and Jordan give their first thoughts on Shonen Jump manga Dear Anemone. Listen in as they give an overview of the first chapter, where they think it will go from there, and ultimately their “power word” to describe the series so far. They also dive into some listener questions…

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#115 Psych House (Ft. King Solomander from One Journey Pod) 44:46

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Ok where is the plot to this manga? We and our guest King Solomander from One Journey Pod discuss Shonen Jump manga Psych House . Show Notes: • You can reach us at Twitter @shonenflopcast, Tumblr shonen-flop, or email [email protected] • You can find our guest at @KingSolomander and One Journey Pod at https://anchor.fm/onejourneypod • Help keep …

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#114.5 First Thoughts on Psych House 21:43

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Our Psych House in the Middle of Our Street David and Jordan give their first thoughts on Shonen Jump manga Psych House. Listen in as they give an overview of the first chapter, where they think it will go from there, and ultimately their “power word” to describe the series so far. They also dive into some listener questions. Show Notes: • You can …

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#114 Kyokutou Necromance (Ft. YouTuber Yatogami) 54:50

8M ago54:50

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This necromancer series should have stayed dead. We and our guest YouTuber Yatogami discuss Shonen Jump manga Kyokutou Necromance. Show Notes: • You can reach us at Twitter @shonenflopcast, Tumblr shonen-flop, or email [email protected] • You can find our guest at youtube.com/@yatoplayz • Help keep the show running by joining the Shonen Flop Pat…

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#113.5 First Thoughts on Kyokutou Necromance 22:34

8M ago22:34

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Are we in for some bad…necromance? David and Jordan give their first thoughts on Shonen Jump manga Kyokutou Necromance. Listen in as they give an overview of the first chapter, where they think it will go from there, and ultimately their “power word” to describe the series so far. They also dive into some listener questions. Show Notes: • You can r…