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#109.5 First Thoughts on Hand's Sep 02, 2024

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Manga by Itakura, Yuuichi

Does this author know what handball is?

David and Jordan give their first thoughts on Shonen Jump manga Hand's. 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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• Episode art by Shannon (IG: illuminyatea)

MAL Description:

The main character wants to be a hero, but his father is a bum that loses all of their money in gambling, but he was once the ace of the japanese team in handball. He goes to a coach and asks him to take care of his son, because he got into a debt and is running from the yakuza. The coach thinks he's an outstanding talent that has been given to him to coach, and he sends his daughter to pick him. Daigo (the main character) then ends up living with them.

#109 Super Dog Rilienthal (Ft. Streamer Tess aka strongBadEgirl) Aug 26, 2024

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Manga by Ashihara, Daisuke (World Trigger)

Face the power of imagination!

We and our guest Streamer Tess aka strongBadEgirl discuss Shonen Jump manga Super Dog Rilienthal.

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• You can reach us at Twitter @shonenflopcast, Tumblr shonen-flop, or email shonenflop@gmail.com

• You can find our guest at twitch.tv/strongbadegirl

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Credits:

• Shonen Flop is hosted by David Weinberger and Jordan Forbes

• Additional editing assistance by Dylan Krider you can find his podcast, Anime Out of Context at animeoutofcontext.com

• Assistance with pronunciation, translation, and other miscellaneous research done by Tucker Whatley and MaxyBee

• Episode art by Merliel (IG: mer_liel)

• Cover art funded by our generous art benefactor Nigel Francis

MAL Description:

The new "little brother" joining the Hino family is in fact... a dog!? Not only that, he can walk upright and talk!! A cute, oddball, heartful doggy comedy!!

#108.5 First Thoughts on Super Dog Rilienthal Aug 19, 2024

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Manga by Ashihara, Daisuke

This super dog has neither bark nor bite

David and Jordan give their first thoughts on Shonen Jump manga Super Dog Rilienthal. 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 @shonenflopcast or email us shonenflop@gmail.com

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Credits:

• Shonen Flop is hosted by David Weinberger and Jordan Forbes

• Additional editing assistance by Dylan Crider you can find his podcast, Anime Out of Context at animeoutofcontext.com

• Episode art by Shannon (IG: illuminyatea)

MAL Description:

The new "little brother" joining the Hino family is in fact... a dog!? Not only that, he can walk upright and talk!! A cute, oddball, heartful doggy comedy!!

#108 Wizard's Soul (Ft. Streamer Tri-Attack Zach) Aug 12, 2024

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Manga by Aki★Eda

The author might have been tapped out on this Magic: The Gathering-inspired series

We and our guest Streamer Tri-Attack Zach discuss Monthly Comic Flapper manga Wizard's Soul.

Show Notes:

• You can reach us at Twitter @shonenflopcast, Tumblr shonen-flop, or email shonenflop@gmail.com

• You can find our guest at twitch.tv/tri_attack_zach

• Get Shonen Flop merch, including this episode's cover art, on a shirt, mug, print, or whatever else might catch your eye https://www.teepublic.com/stores/shonen-flop?ref_id=22733

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Credits:

• Shonen Flop is hosted by David Weinberger and Jordan Forbes

• Additional editing assistance by Dylan Krider you can find his podcast, Anime Out of Context at animeoutofcontext.com

• Assistance with pronunciation, translation, and other miscellaneous research done by Tucker Whatley and MaxyBee

• Episode art by Merliel (IG: mer_liel)

• Cover art funded by our generous art benefactor Nigel Francis

MAL Description:

"Wizard's Soul" is a competitive trading card game. Skilled players are popular, make a lot of money, and are even offered acceptance to prestigious universities.

Follow the story of Manaka as she struggles with love, money, and friendship in a world run by cards.

#107.5 First Thoughts on Wizard's Soul Aug 05, 2024

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Manga by Aki★Eda

How much heart does the Wizard's Soul have?

David and Jordan give their first thoughts on Monthly Comic Flapper manga Wizard's Soul. 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 @shonenflopcast or email us shonenflop@gmail.com

• Become a member of our community by joining our Discord. You can hang out with us, submit your questions or six word summaries! Find it at https://discord.com/invite/4hC3SqRw8r

• Get Shonen Flop merch, including this episode's cover art, on a shirt, mug, print, or whatever else might catch your eye https://www.teepublic.com/stores/shonen-flop?ref_id=22733

• Want to be a guest? You can ask to be on a future episode at bit.ly/shonen_flop_guest

Credits:

• Shonen Flop is hosted by David Weinberger and Jordan Forbes

• Additional editing assistance by Dylan Crider you can find his podcast, Anime Out of Context at animeoutofcontext.com

• Episode art by Shannon (IG: illuminyatea)

MAL Description:

"Wizard's Soul" is a competitive trading card game. Skilled players are popular, make a lot of money, and are even offered acceptance to prestigious universities.

Follow the story of Manaka as she struggles with love, money, and friendship in a world run by cards.

#107 Yamato Gensouki (Ft. TikToker Manga Lela) Jul 29, 2024

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Manga by Yabuki, Kentarou (Story & Art)

Man, imagine if Japan was real

We and our guest Manga Lela discuss Shonen Jump manga Yamato Gensouki from the author of To Love Ru and Black Cat.

Show Notes:

• You can reach us at Twitter @shonenflopcast, Tumblr shonen-flop, or email shonenflop@gmail.com

• You can find our guest at @manga_lela on Tiktok and Instagram

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Credits:

• Shonen Flop is hosted by David Weinberger and Jordan Forbes

• Additional editing assistance by Dylan Krider you can find his podcast, Anime Out of Context at animeoutofcontext.com

• Assistance with pronunciation, translation, and other miscellaneous research done by Tucker Whatley and MaxyBee

• Episode art by Merliel (IG: mer_liel)

• Cover art funded by our generous art benefactor Nigel Francis

MAL Description:

Shion is a young man working for the Onmyou Organization under false pretenses. He is attempting to avenge the destruction of his nation and the deaths of his family members, and targets the Empress in an attempt to destroy her homeland. However, their destinies are in fact entwined, as she not only dislikes destruction, but wishes to unite all of Japan peacefully. (Source: ANN)

#106.5 First Thoughts on Yamato Gensouki Jul 22, 2024

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Manga by Yabuki, Kentarou (Story & Art)

What good's an assassin that can't assassinate?

David and Jordan give their first thoughts on Shonen Jump manga Yamato Gensouki. 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 @shonenflopcast or email us shonenflop@gmail.com

• Become a member of our community by joining our Discord. You can hang out with us, submit your questions or six word summaries! Find it at https://discord.com/invite/4hC3SqRw8r

• Get Shonen Flop merch, including this episode's cover art, on a shirt, mug, print, or whatever else might catch your eye https://www.teepublic.com/stores/shonen-flop?ref_id=22733

• Want to be a guest? You can ask to be on a future episode at bit.ly/shonen_flop_guest

Credits:

• Shonen Flop is hosted by David Weinberger and Jordan Forbes

• Additional editing assistance by Dylan Crider you can find his podcast, Anime Out of Context at animeoutofcontext.com

• Episode art by Shannon (IG: illuminyatea)

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#106 Muddy (Ft. Magic: The Gathering artist Carly Janine Mazur) Jul 15, 2024

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Manga by Aimoto, Shou

A manga about golems and fatherhood, wait didn't we do this before?

We and our guest Magic: the Gathering artist Carly Janine Mazur discuss Shonen Jump manga Muddy.

Show Notes:

• You can reach us at Twitter @shonenflopcast, Tumblr shonen-flop, or email shonenflop@gmail.com

• You can find our guest at carlyjanine.com and @CarlyLady

• Get Shonen Flop merch, including this episode's cover art, on a shirt, mug, print, or whatever else might catch your eye https://www.teepublic.com/stores/shonen-flop?ref_id=22733

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• Want to be a guest? You can ask to be on a future episode at bit.ly/shonen_flop_guest

Credits:

• Shonen Flop is hosted by David Weinberger and Jordan Forbes

• Additional editing assistance by Dylan Krider you can find his podcast, Anime Out of Context at animeoutofcontext.com

• Assistance with pronunciation, translation, and other miscellaneous research done by Tucker Whatley and MaxyBee

• Episode art by Merliel (IG: mer_liel)

• Cover art funded by our generous art benefactor Nigel Francis

MAL Description:

A chimera scientist created the first ever humanoid chimera—Muddy. The more Muddy eats (Muddy eats dirt), the more Muddy grows. Muddy can even regenerate parts of his body with the dirt that makes up his body.

#105.5 First Thoughts on Muddy Jul 08, 2024

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Manga by Aimoto, Shou

Being a dad is rough, especially when your child is made of mud.

David and Jordan give their first thoughts on Shonen Jump manga Muddy. 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 @shonenflopcast or email us shonenflop@gmail.com

• Become a member of our community by joining our Discord. You can hang out with us, submit your questions or six word summaries! Find it at https://discord.com/invite/4hC3SqRw8r

• Get Shonen Flop merch, including this episode's cover art, on a shirt, mug, print, or whatever else might catch your eye https://www.teepublic.com/stores/shonen-flop?ref_id=22733

• Want to be a guest? You can ask to be on a future episode at bit.ly/shonen_flop_guest

Credits:

• Shonen Flop is hosted by David Weinberger and Jordan Forbes

• Additional editing assistance by Dylan Crider you can find his podcast, Anime Out of Context at animeoutofcontext.com

• Episode art by Shannon (IG: illuminyatea)

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Looking For The Chainsaw Minute? Jul 05, 2024

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Hey looking for the Chainsaw Minute? We've moved it to it's own feed! You can find it at csm.libsyn.com or on YouTube/Patreon as usual