Best Otome Podcasts (2025)

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GALP #161 Blood, Bugs, and Broken Realities - Death End re;Quest Code Z [ デスエンドリクエストコード Z Discussion] 13:31

18d ago13:31

13:31

Brace yourselves, GALP listeners! We're diving deep into the gruesome world of Death End re;Quest Code Z, where survival means facing horrifying creatures and navigating a glitched-out nightmare. We dissect the game's brutal combat and its shocking moments of gore. Not for the faint of heart! Sponsors: Skyscanner ⁠⁠⁠Ninja Wifi (code 'GAL' for 20% O…

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Playground Rules (Lucien Neuschburn of even if Tempest, Part 2) 57:48

1M ago57:48

57:48

Today on Evaludate: Anastasia finally gets the point of view back, but her other love interests are still doing Lucien promo; we just don't have time to address the interpersonal ramifications of time loops in our time loop game; and if you're The Devil you have to tell me. Follow us: Tumblr Bluesky Content Warnings: Anti-black racism: 12:10 - 12:3…

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GALP #160 Senran Kagura: The Final Burst? Who Will Claim the Shinobi Legacy? [閃乱カグラ Discussion] 28:25

2M ago28:25

28:25

Join us as we discuss the end of the Senran Kagura series under Marvelous Games, celebrating its unique history and passionate fanbase. We then turn our attention to the future, speculating on which company could potentially take over the IP and what their vision might be for the shinobi girls. Sponsors: ⁠⁠Ninja Wifi (code 'GAL' for 20% OFF)⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Gl…

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GALP #159 Predicting the Chaos: Warriors Orochi 5 Theories [無双Orochi 4 Discussion] 18:58

2M ago18:58

18:58

Warriors Orochi 5 is maybe on the horizon, and the theory mill is churning! Join us as we explore the best (and most outlandish) theories surrounding the potential crossover. What secrets does Orochi 5 hold? We're trying to figure it out! Sponsors: ⁠Ninja Wifi (code 'GAL' for 20% OFF)⁠ ⁠Global Wifi ( code 'GAL' for 10% OFF)⁠ Tags: #KoeiTecmo #Warri…

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GALP #158 Beyond the Battlefield: Could Koei Tecmo Be Making a Musou Maker? [無双メーカー Discussion] 15:50

2M ago15:50

15:50

Musou Maker. Is it real? (No , we just made it up ... ) As hardcore Warriors fans ourselves, we're tackling the burning question on everyone's mind. We're speculating on what this dream game could mean for our beloved franchise. Don't miss our take on the potential future of Musou creation! Sponsors: Ninja Wifi (code 'GAL' for 20% OFF) Global Wifi …

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Josee, the Tiger and the Fish Discussion (crossover with Shoujo Sundae) 2:14:37

2M ago2:14:37

2:14:37

Welcome to the special collaboration episode between Ashley of Shojo & Tell and Chika and Giana of Shoujo Sundae (hereby dubbed the "shojo trio"). In this episode, we talk everything Josee, the Tiger and the Fish: the animated movie version (amazing!), the manga (basically the same as the movie but taking things at your own pace can be helpful!), t…

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GALP #157 Looking Back at Akiba’s Trip Undead & Undressed [アキバズトリップ 2 Review] 15:23

2M ago15:23

15:23

This week we look back at an a PS VITA Classic, almost 10 year old game that really inspired the podcast... Akiba's Trip 2 #GALP #Gaming #ゲーム #プレイステーション #Playstation #Nintendo #任天堂 #ROTK #HackNSlash #三國志 #KoeiTecmo #AKIBASTRIP2 #アキバズトリップ 2 #NISAmerica #XSEED #PSVITA

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GALP #156 Is Hack N Dash, the Future of Musou ? [Warriors Abyss 無双アビス Review] 17:16

3M ago17:16

17:16

Koei shadow dropped another game, this time it's Warriors Abyss, Koei Tecmo's take on the Rogue-Lite Genre. It Raises the question, is Hack N Dash the Future of Musou ? Shout out to Koei Tecmo Europe for being awesome and providing code for this game #GALP #Gaming #ゲーム #プレイステーション #Playstation #Nintendo #任天堂 #ROTK #ROTK8Remake #三國志 #KoeiTecmo #Dynas…

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Snow White with the Red Hair Manga Discussion Part 1 (with Asher Sofman) 1:33:28

3M ago1:33:28

1:33:28

There are few contemporary shojo manga that are more popular and beloved that Sorata Akizuki's wholesome fairy-tale-inspired story Snow White with the Red Hair. The protagonist, Shirayuki, has apple-red hair that attracts attention from unsavory characters and noble princes alike, and the story follows her as she becomes a court herbalist and a wor…

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GALP #155 Cuisineer [キュイジニア Review] 16:09

3M ago16:09

16:09

Today on GALP we discuss the awesome rogue lite Cuisineer from our friends at Marvelous Games and Battle Brew Productions Big Thanks to the awesome people at Marvelous Europe and Decibel PR for providing code #GALP #Gaming #ゲーム #プレイステーション #Playstation #Nintendo #PC #Marvelous #Cuisineer #キュイジニア

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GALP #154 Fornite, Foamstars & Hatsune Miku [フォートナイト Review] 15:50

4M ago15:50

15:50

Today on GALP we discuss Hatsune Miku from Fornite as well as the failure of Foamstars (RIP) #GALP #Gaming #ゲーム #プレイステーション #Playstation #Nintendo #PC #Fornite #HastuneMiku #初音ミク

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GALP #153 Neptunia Riders VS Dogoos [爆走次元ネプテューヌVS巨神スライヌ Review] 8:57

4M ago8:57

8:57

Today on GALP we discuss Neptunia Riders VS Dogoos, as well as the future of the Neptunia Series Big Thanks to the awesome people at Reef Entertainment and Idea Factory for providing code #GALP #Gaming #ゲーム #プレイステーション #Playstation #Nintendo #PC #IdeaFactory #Neptunia #ネプテューヌシリーズ

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GALP #152 Taiko no Tatsujin Rhythm Festival [太鼓の達人ドンダフルフェスティバル Discussion] 19:15

5M ago19:15

19:15

We discuss one of my favourite Rhythm games, Taiko No Tatsujin Shout out to the Bandai Namco for being awesome, and thanks to Hori, Rythmagica and Zhong Taiko for providing their drums for review (Taiko Drum episode coming soon !) #GALP #Gaming #ゲーム #プレイステーション #Playstation #Nintendo #PC #BandaiNamco #太鼓 #Taiko #TaikoNoTastujin #太鼓の達人…

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World's Most Murderable Ingenue (Lucien Neuschburn of even if Tempest, Part 1) 44:54

5M ago44:54

44:54

Today on Evaludate: Anastasia has left us alone at a party with her new boyfriend and his buddies, Lucien may only be alive because the witch is also fumbling through this, and Crius may be pushing for the throuple ending. Follow Us: Tumblr BlueskyBy Air & Madelyn

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My Love Mix-Up! Manga Discussion (with novelist Megan Frampton) 1:20:57

5M ago1:20:57

1:20:57

This episode discusses all 9 volumes of the My Love Mix-Up! manga by Wataru Hinekure and Aruko, and contains comparisons between it and the Japanese live-action adaptation. My Love Mix-Up! (not to be mixed up with Aruko's other work, My Love Story!! .... deep sigh) tells the story of Sota Aoki, a seemingly happy-go-lucky boy who has a crush on a fe…

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GALP #151 Marvel Rivals [漫威争锋 Review] 21:24

5M ago21:24

21:24

We discuss one of my guilty pleasure games of 2024 ... Marvel Rivals Shout out to the NetEase for being awesome #GALP #Gaming #ゲーム #プレイステーション #Playstation #Nintendo #PC #Marvel #网易 #NetEase #MarvelRivals #漫威争锋

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GALP #150 Dynasty Warriors Origins Demo [真・三國無双 Origins Demo Review] 44:07

5M ago44:07

44:07

We discuss the upcoming Dynasty Warriors Origins , after playing the demo Shout out to Koei Tecmo Europe for being awesome #GALP #Gaming #ゲーム #プレイステーション #Playstation #Nintendo #任天堂 #ROTK #ROTK8Remake #三國志 #KoeiTecmo #DynastyWarriorsOrigins #真三國無双

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Mars Manga Discussion (Pt. 2) [with Lucy of CLAMPcast in Wonderland] 1:37:44

5M ago1:37:44

1:37:44

This episode discusses MARS volumes 9-15 and the prequel story, "Horse with No Name" How many suicide attempts can happen close to Kira and Rei? How many car crashes and motorcycle accidents? Shojo & Tell host Ashley and CLAMPcast in Wonderland co-host Lucy are back to discuss the second half of the melodrama MARS by Fuyumi Soryo, and their biggest…

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GALP #149 Slopecrashers 14:51

5M ago14:51

14:51

We discuss and review Slopecrashers for the PC/Steam Deck (coming soon to xbox and switch) Shout out to Neonhive for providing Review Code #GALP #Gaming #ゲーム #プレイステーション #Playstation #Nintendo #任天堂 #SSX #Slopecrashers #PC

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The Jonkler (Zenn Sorfield of even if Tempest, Part 4) 1:15:02

6M ago1:15:02

1:15:02

Today on Evaludate: The bad endings in this game are kind of Odd, huh; Zenn continues to be an impossible act to follow, sorry Lucien; Anastasia goes to Chicago - and: what if Batman was Princess Tutu? Follow Us: Tumblr Bluesky Content Warnings: Anti-Black Racism: 10:31 - 11:38 Suicide: 37:51 - 40:16 , 1:06:50 - 1:07:36…

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GALP #148 Romance of the Three Kingdoms 8 Remake [三國志8 Remake Review] 15:07

6M ago15:07

15:07

We discuss and review Romance of the Three Kingdoms 8 Remake Shout out to Koei Tecmo Europe for providing Review Code #GALP #Gaming #ゲーム #プレイステーション #Playstation #Nintendo #任天堂 #ROTK #ROTK8Remake #三國志 #KoeiTecmo #DynastyWarriorsOrigins

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Mars Manga Discussion (Pt. 1) [with Lucy of CLAMPcast in Wonderland] 1:39:25

7M ago1:39:25

1:39:25

This episode discusses volumes 1-8 of MARS by Fuyumi Soryo. We continue our melodrama mood with the late 1990s/early 2000s series, MARS. Kira Aso is a quiet girl who loves to paint. Rei is a bad boy who loves to race motorcycles. Naturally they fall in love, and all the dark secrets come out about them both. Shojo & Tell host Ashley and Clampcast i…

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Red is Niceys (Zenn Sorfield of even if Tempest, part 3) 1:09:05

7M ago1:09:05

1:09:05

Today on Evaludate: Lucien is really bad at Among Us, Mael goes directly on our shit list, Anastasia and Zenn continue to be the world's biggest sweeties, and we successfully frame Crius for murder (Yay?). Follow Us: Twitter Tumblr Content Warnings: Discussion of Anti-Black Racism: 11:39 - 14:45, 17:12 - 18:18…

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Hot Gimmick Second Half (Pt. 2) Discussion (with Naja B. of Blerdy Otome) 1:44:54

8M ago1:44:54

1:44:54

This episode discusses the second half (volumes 7–12) of Hot Gimmick by Miki Aihara. Oh, so you thought the first half of Hot Gimmick contained the worst of the problematic hot trash? Think again. Shojo & Tell host Ashley and Naja of Blerdy Otome are back to talk about this wild, wild ending to a wild, wild series where all the content warnings app…

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Wish I Was A Baller (Zenn Sorfield of Even If Tempest, Part 2) 58:24

8M ago58:24

58:24

Today on Evaludate, we wish we could forget about all this murder-witch nonsense and play a game of HORSE with our best friend Zenn, Lucien can't be the cool one for two seconds, and Madelyn fails to frame Crius for murder. Follow Us: Twitter Tumblr Content Warnings: The subject of capital punishment/the death penalty comes up in this episode. In l…

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You Wouldn't Know Digimon (Zenn Sorfield of even if Tempest, Part 1) 1:17:48

11M ago1:17:48

1:17:48

Today on Evaludate, Air and Madelyn start the indisputable Best Route In The Game (

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Hot Gimmick First Half (Pt. 1) Discussion (with Naja B. of Blerdy Otome) 1:52:26

11M ago1:52:26

1:52:26

This episode discusses the first half (volumes 1-6) of Hot Gimmick by Miki Aihara It's here. It's finally here. Shojo & Tell host Ashley has been trying to make this episode happen for at least two years. And now, here we are. We're talking about the first half of Hot Gimmick, aka, Hot Trash, aka Hot Mess. Seriously: Content warning for basically e…

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Hystorica, Oklahoma (Tyril I Lister of even if Tempest, Part 4) 1:41:52

12M ago1:41:52

1:41:52

Today on Evaludate: Madelyn's opinion on Tyril completes its 360-degree rotation, the game gets a little bit Hayes Code-y, and the religious world-building needs a little work. Follow Us: Twitter Tumblr Content Warnings: We spend a lot of time in this episode discussing sexual assault and rape, please take care in listening or skip if you need to. …

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Neon Genesis Evangelion: Angelic Days (with Joshua McHugh) 1:29:02

1y ago1:29:02

1:29:02

This episode discusses all of Neon Genesis Evangelion: Angelic Days (volumes 1-6) by Fumino Hayashi. Shinji, get in the robot! Shojo & Tell host Ashley and the guy previously known as Ashley's "Cyborg 009 buddy," Josh McHugh, delve into this version of the beloved series Neon Genesis Evangelion, which is an alternate universe of the video game Neon…

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GALP #147 Bring Back Warriors All Stars [無双☆スターズ Retrospective] 25:02

1y ago25:02

25:02

We discuss why Koei should bring back Warriors All Stars !

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GALP #146 Is Eiketsuden Koei’s Answer to Fire Emblem ? [真・三國無双英傑伝 Discussion] 24:55

1y ago24:55

24:55

We go back in time to discuss a game series that never made it's way to the west until 2017 with Dynasty Warriors God Seekers

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You Guys Have The Devil? (Tyril I Lister of even if Tempest, Part 3) 1:39:27

1y ago1:39:27

1:39:27

Today on Evaludate: actually we have more to say about that weird CPR kiss last time, this game's theology is kind of wack, and oh yeah, remember how there's actual witch panic going around alongside the fun murder mystery stuff? Follow Us: Twitter Tumblr Content Warnings: Cannibalism: 4:25 - 8:45By Air & Madelyn

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GALP #145 Remember Runescape ? [Old School Runescape Retrospective] 27:59

1y ago27:59

27:59

Ya'll Remember Runescape ... we sure do, Join Bish on a journey through time as we discuss Old School Runescape

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GALP #144 Dynasty Warriors 6 - GALP’s Guilty Pleasure [真・三國無双 Retrospective] 26:55

1y ago26:55

26:55

Continuing our "Dynasty Warriors" mini series looking back at Dynasty Warriors 6, our guilty pleasure Musou Game, in time for #MusouMay

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Miyuki-chan in Wonderland and The One I Love (with Asher Sofman) 52:48

1y ago52:48

52:48

This episode discusses Miyuki-chan in Wonderland and The One I Love by Clamp A short episode to discuss two short Clamp works. Shojo & Tell host Ashley and her husband/journey-through-all-of-Clamp-buddy Asher recognize that hentai Miyuki-chan was perhaps.... just not at all for them. And also isn't meant to be taken seriously anyway. Which is good,…

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GALP #143 Super Mario RPG [スーパーマリオRPG Discussion] 18:51

1y ago18:51

18:51

Stick around for our thoughts on Super Mario RPG, Big thanks to Nintendo for providing review code

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GALP #142 Lollipop Chainsaw RePOP [ロリポップチェーンソー Discussion] 32:07

1y ago32:07

32:07

This week we are discussing Lollipop Chainsaw an amazing Arcade Style Zombie Hack N Slash as well as it's newly announced Re Master Lollipop Chainsaw RePOP

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Legal Drug (with Asher Sofman) 58:18

1y ago58:18

58:18

Covers all three volumes of Legal Drug by Clamp Get ready to get high. And horny. And gay. And paid. Okay, to be honest, we're not sure what the drug is, or that it's legal, but hey, we're here to talk about it anyway. Shojo & Tell host Ashley and her husband Asher continue their Clamp journey with Legal Drug, which is technically complete, in the …

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Diversity Win! (Tyril I Lister of even if Tempest, part 2) 1:34:29

1y ago1:34:29

1:34:29

Today on Evaludate: hazardous weather conditions and wizard curses aren't going to stop us from recording our 100th episode, Madelyn drops the bit, witch trials continue to be a shameful blight on human history, and oh good lord there is always some shit happening to children in this game. Follow Us: Twitter Tumblr Content Warnings: Discussion of i…

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The Poe Clan (with Vrai Kaiser and Megan DeYarman) 1:19:24

1y ago1:19:24

1:19:24

Covers all of the original The Poe Clan series by Moto Hagio It's time to talk about the gay vampires who built shojo manga. Year 24 author Moto Hagio, one of the most influential names in shojo, tells the tale of the Poe clan, a group composed of immortal vampirnella who turn the young siblings, Edgar and Marybelle, into one of their kind. Edgar t…

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The Devil Is Real (Tyril I Lister of even if Tempest, Part 1) 2:03:15

1y ago2:03:15

2:03:15

On today's TWO HOUR EVALUDATE SPECIAL, we're getting into the real-world history of witch hunting and witch trials around Europe and North America, Madelyn insists that everyone else insisting that she would like Tyril is still wrong, and being a murder suspect is boring now--it's time to get deputized. Follow Us: Twitter Tumblr Content Warnings: D…

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Should've Been Hugo (Crius Castlerock of even if Tempest, Part 3) 50:56

1+ y ago50:56

50:56

Today on Evaludate: Both hosts wish the love interest of this route was swapped out, Madelyn is unfair to a videogame man, and Air vents their publishing grudges. Follow Us: Twitter Tumblr Content Warnings: Suicide: 1:29 - 1:48, 9:30 - 9:52, 11:01 - 11:36, 26:34 - 27:00 CSA: 5:02 - 5:09, 8:04 - 11:01 Sexual Assault: 24:57 - 25:35…

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Episode 41: Otome Superfight Pt. 2 1:16:12

1+ y ago1:16:12

1:16:12

Send us a text Note: We're using new software for recording and are still figuring the technical stuff out. Apologies if anything funky pops up! We took a break so it's time to play a game! Vki and Vka round out 2023 with another episode of Otome Superfight. Which means we spend an hour talking about nonsense hypotheticals. Who turns everything the…

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Juline Manga Discussion (with Megan DeYarman of Manga Test Drive) 1:02:00

1+ y ago1:02:00

1:02:00

This episode discusses all volumes (1-5) of Juline by Narumi Kakinouchi. When you think "shojo manga," you typically don't think "ninjas." But that's just a stereotype, and we're here to defy stereotypes. Shojo & Tell host Ashley and Megan DeYarman, of the sites Manga Test Drive and Renaissance Josei, talk about Juline, a manga series from animator…

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GALP #141 Looking Back @ Dynasty Warriors 4 & 5 [真・三國無双 Retrospective] 48:17

1+ y ago48:17

48:17

Continuing our "Dynasty Warriors" mini series looking back at Dynasty Warriors 4 & 5

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GALP #140 Dynasty Warriors 2 & 3 [真・三國無双 Discussion] 36:36

1+ y ago36:36

36:36

Welcome to the return of Weekly GALP, and what a return with this month's theme "Dynasty Warriors" and we start with Bish's first and favourite Game , Dynasty Warriors 2 & 3 真・三國無双 Thanks to Koei Tecmo (コーエーテクモ) for creating and continuing to support this wonderful game franchise

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Cowboy Bebop Shojo Manga Discussion (with Asher Sofman) 59:54

1+ y ago59:54

59:54

We discuss the two shojo manga versions of Cowboy Bebop: Cowboy Bebop by Hajime Yatate [Sunrise staff] and Cowboy Bebop: Shooting Star by Cain Kuga Ask an anime fan above the age of 30 what their favorite anime is, and chances are high they'll say Cowboy Bebop. The music, the animation, the mood — it's iconic. And then there are the two shojo manga…

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Training-Wheels Baby Mode (Crius Castlerock of even if Tempest, Part 2) 1:02:41

1+ y ago1:02:41

1:02:41

Today on Evaludate: Your "seemingly perfect" romantic lead needs more layers, boy howdy this route is all over the place, and Finally, Clown vs Clown action. Follow Us: Twitter Tumblr Content Warnings: Child Abuse: 14:47 - 15:57, 18:29 - 18:40, 39:42 - 40:29 Incest: 21:00 - 21:49By Air & Madelyn

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The Vision of Escaflowne (with Asher Sofman) [Shonen Exception #5] 1:45:56

1+ y ago1:45:56

1:45:56

This episode discusses all volumes (1-8) of The Vision of Escaflowne by Katsu Aki The Vision of Escaflowne is the anime that got Shojo and Tell host Ashley into anime. It sparked one of only a handful of great obsessions in Ashley's life. It's probably the reason this podcast exists at all. Katsu Aki's shonen manga version of the story is..... not …

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GALP #139: Like A Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name [Review] 38:22

1+ y ago38:22

38:22

This Episode we continuing our GALP Mini Series on Yakuza /Like A Dragon Game Franchise with our first impressions on the newest title Like A Dragon Gaiden : The Man Who Erased His Name. Thanks to SEGA Europe for providing review code for this title.

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