Kanzenshuu – The Podcast
Your one and only Dragon Ball podcast!
Each episode, the Kanzenshuu staff discuss the latest news in the world of Dragon Ball from across the globe before heading into a core topic — whether it be an in-depth discussion of the way in which the story and franchise was produced, theories for in-universe scenarios and “What If?” scenes, interviews with those actually involved with the franchise, thorough reviews of video games or home video releases, we have you covered! We wrap things up with the month’s upcoming releases, questions from the listeners, and much more! We regularly have contests, broadcast live (watch our Twitter and Facebook!), and have a great time sharing our love of the Dragon Ball franchise with you all each and every week.
Podcast Episode #0275 — 19 October 2011
Content generation has been a little slow around these parts, but we are at least getting together once a week for the podcast! This time around it’s a catching up on news extravaganza and answering a slew of audience questions. Download the show now, or head on over to the podcast page for more information or to subscribe.
SHOW DESCRIPTION:
Episode #0275! VegettoEX and Hujio break down some of the big news going around the world: Blu-rays are coming and starting to get some promotion, FUNimation tosses an extra bone on the final DBZ Dragon Box, the Kenji Yamamoto fallout continues in the strangest places, and international “Kai” updates!
REFERENCED SITES:
- DBZ FUNimation Blu-ray Commercial @ YouTube
- Review with Kai Vol. 4 Music Mention @ YouTube
- “Raging Blast 2″ Music Change @ YouTube
- “DragonBall Kai” Thai Dub Opening @ YouTube
- “DragonBall Kai” Thai Dub Ending @ YouTube
- “DragonBall Kai” Galacian Dub Promo @ YouTube
- “DragonBall Online” Opening @ YouTube
- “Ultimate Tenkaichi” (PS3) @ Amazon
- “Ultimate Tenkaichi” (360) @ Amazon
- Hujio’s Script Book Blog Entry @ Kanzentai
Podcast Episode #0274 — 11 October 2011
Many of you long-time podcast listeners have already told us that you view this episode as the “end of an era”. Over four years ago, we set out to go through the Dragon Ball manga volume-by-volume and review it to the best of our ability, and from a few different angles. We had a few of us that had already read the entire thing, some that were mostly fans of the TV version, and our buddy Jeff who was a complete outsider that had a vague familiarity via the old fansubs days and the occasional domestic TV broadcast, but was otherwise coming in entirely fresh with no preconceptions.
Here we are at the final volume, and our final “Manga Review of Awesomeness”. It has been an incredible journey for all of us involved, and I can only hope that you have enjoyed it every bit as much as we have. Whether you are a new listener or have been with us since long before the podcast ever existed as a part of this website, there is a wealth of listening material for you to dig back into, and we could not be more proud.
Thank you, Dragon Ball…! Download the show now, or head on over to the podcast page for more information or to subscribe.
SHOW DESCRIPTION:
Episode #0274! VegettoEX, Julian, Meri, and Jeff dive into the 42nd and final “Manga Review of Awesomeness”. After more than four years, we have made our way to the final volume of the series. Does Toriyama pull out all the stops for the conclusion of his ultimate work, or is it just another volume in the series? Our own thoughts on the recurring segment, tons of thoughts from the audience, and our grand plans for post-manga reviews wrap up the episode!
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Podcast Episode #0273 — 03 October 2011
The 32-bit generation of video games kicked off a trend that died with the series for a few years, but started right back up again during the series’ second-wave in Japan: full-motion video openings!
In light of the Ultimate Blast opening looking to be one of the best we have ever seen, we decided to take a look back at how far we have come. From amazing 2D openings to awkward 3D rendering, the franchise has seen just about every type of opening sequence thrown at it. Listen in for a game-by-game opening sequence analysis, as well as the “Top 5 Lousiest Openings”…! Download the show now, or head on over to the podcast page for more information or to subscribe.
SHOW DESCRIPTION:
Episode #0273! VegettoEX and Meri, in light of what appears to be a fantastic opening to “Ultimate Blast” due out this month, take a look back at all of the major video game openings the franchise has received over the years. From the 32-bit generation up through today, there have been a lot of highs and lows. Are the classic ones still the best of all time? A surprise return of the Top 5 list reveals what Meri considers the lousiest video game openings!
REFERENCED SITES:
- “Ultimate Blast” Footage (Off-Screen) @ YouTube
- “Shin Butoden” Opening @ YouTube
- Meri’s Top 5 Lousiest Game Openings @ Daizenshuu EX
- FUNimation DBZ TV Dragon Box 7 @ Amazon
- “Kai” Season One (DVD) @ Amazon
- “Kai” Season One (Blu-ray) @ Amazon
- “Ultimate Tenkaichi” (PS3) @ Amazon
- “Ultimate Tenkaichi” (360) @ Amazon
Podcast Episode #0272 — 26 September 2011
We hinted at it last episode, and decided to go full-force with it this week: just what is the history of the Saiyan race?
From the manga to the TV series to the guide books to the various other adaptations and reference materials, what is said about where the come from and how they evolved? What types of plot holes are created, fixed, and then broken all over again by the increased amount of information tossed out there? Does any “fact” stay consistent throughout the entire series at all? Download the show now, or head on over to the podcast page for more information or to subscribe.
SHOW DESCRIPTION:
Episode #0272! VegettoEX and Herms dissect the history of the Saiyan race. From the manga to the TV series to the guide books to the various other adaptations and reference materials, what is said about where the come from and how they evolved? What types of plot holes are created, fixed, and then broken all over again by the increased amount of information tossed out there? Does any “fact” stay consistent throughout the entire series at all?
Podcast Episode #0271 — 18 September 2011
This time around on the show, we finally got a chance to catch up on this summer’s three-part spin-off manga from Naho Ooishi, Episode of Bardock.
Penned as a sequel to the Bardock TV special, Ooishi gets a little more of a chance to shine with a quasi-original story as opposed to her usual retreads. Is this the true legend of the Super Saiyan that we have all been curious about for so many decades, or is it just another fluff piece of media that we can all casually pass over without missing much? Download the show now, or head on over to the podcast page for more information or to subscribe.
I profusely apologize for not doing so during the podcast episode itself, but amazing thanks go out to John for a donation that covered the balance on the orders and shipping costs to cover this special release. In addition to the podcast episode this week, we have a full extravaganza coming to our “Reviews” section very soon!
SHOW DESCRIPTION:
Episode #0271! VegettoEX and Julian review “Episode of Bardock”, the three-chapter spin-off manga by Naho Ooishi published in V-Jump this summer. Penned as a sequel to the Bardock TV special, Ooishi gets a little more of a chance to shine with a quasi-original story as opposed to her usual retreads. Is this the true legend of the Super Saiyan that we have all been curious about for so many decades, or is it just another fluff piece of media that we can all casually pass over without missing much?
REFERENCED SITES:
- “Ultimate Blast” Character Creator Trailer @ YouTube
- FUNimation Blu-ray Interview @ Anime News Network
Podcast Episode #0270 — 31 August 2011
On this week’s show, the gang took a look at the final Dragon Ball Kai home release in Japan, and in particular, the unaired “Episode 98″. We also dove in to the extra material on this month’s Bardock and Trunks TV special DVD (the first time the specials are receiving a non-Dragon Box home release in Japan)! Download the show now, or head on over to the podcast page for more information or to subscribe.
SHOW DESCRIPTION:
Episode #0270! VegettoEX, Meri, and Hujio review the final “DragonBall Kai” home release in Japan, and particularly the unaired “Episode 98″. We also take a look at the Bardock and Trunks TV Special DVD release, which includes bonus production sketches, as well as “DragonBall Heroes” commercials and promos. A fast-flying fury of your questions rounds out the show!
REFERENCED SITES:
- “Ultimate Blast” (JP) Official Website
- Manga UK @ Twitter
- “DB Kai” DVD Vol. 33 Review @ Daizenshuu EX
- “DragonBall Kai” Blu-ray Box 8 @ CDJapan
- “DragonBall Kai” Blu-ray Box 8 @ Amazon Japan
- “DragonBall Kai” DVD Vol. 33 @ CDJapan
- “DragonBall Kai” DVD Vol. 33 @ Amazon Japan
- DBZ Special Selection DVD @ Amazon Japan
Podcast Episode #0269 — 23 August 2011
Our mostly-monthly segment is closing in on the finish line! This week on our show, the entire team tackles Volume 41 in our so-called “Manga Review of Awesomeness”. With just two volumes left to go in the series, these chapters are jam-packed with all sorts of transformations, hero swap-outs, and even still a bit of character development! Is Toriyama’s whimsy still at its best, or are we about ready to close the book on this series? Download the show now, or head on over to the podcast page for more information or to subscribe.
SHOW DESCRIPTION:
Episode #0269! VegettoEX, Meri, Julian, and Jeff all dive in to Volume 41 in our “Manga Review of Awesomeness”. With just two volumes left to go in the series, these chapters are jam-packed with all sorts of transformations, hero swap-outs, and even still a bit of character development! Is Toriyama’s whimsy still at its best, or are we about ready to close the book on this series?
REFERENCED SITES:
- “Ultimate Blast” Name News @ andriasang.com
- DBZ “Graphic Novel” Vol. 25 (Viz) @ Amazon
- DBZ “Viz Big” Vol. 9 (Viz) @ Amazon
- DB Kanzenban Vol. 33 (Shueisha) @ CDJapan
Podcast Episode #0268 — 15 August 2011
This week on our show we take a quick look at the third chapter of Dragon Ball SD from the latest Saikyō Jump by on-going spin-off author Naho Ooishi.
For her third outing, Ooishi focuses on the Cell Game. Does the heavily abbreviated re-telling have any purpose to it, or should even the most devoted fans pass it by? Download the show now, or head on over to the podcast page for more information or to subscribe.
SHOW DESCRIPTION:
Episode #0268! VegettoEX and Meri review the third chapter of “DragonBall SD”. Naho Ooishi returns for another chibified spin-off, but does it bring anything new to the table? A good bit of news clarification and fantastic questions from the listeners (including the entire year’s worth of news in two minutes!) round out the episode.
REFERENCED SITES:
- “Fanboy Soze” DVD Availability @ NoN.D.E. Forums
- Fanboy Soze (Part 1) @ YouTube
- “DBGT: Taken” Trailer @ AnimeMusicVideos.org
- DBZ Movie Pack 1 Re-release @ RightStuf
- “Saikyou Jump” Issue 3 @ Amazon Japan
- “Saikyou Jump” Issue 3 @ CDJapan
Podcast Episode #0267 — 08 August 2011
This week on our show we catch up on a couple weeks worth of news, as well as answer a great bunch of questions from you all. Meri pops in to talk about Otakon 2011 (including all the great purchases and cosplay there were to see), while Marc then joins in to see how our summer convention season predictions went, as well as discuss a couple new developments regarding FUNimation’s plan to release the Dragon Ball Z TV series on Blu-ray. Download the show now, or head on over to the podcast page for more information or to subscribe.
SHOW DESCRIPTION:
Episode #0267! VegettoEX and Julian discuss the past couple weeks worth of news and answer a great batch of listener questions. Meri joins in to talk about Otakon 2011, and Marc joins in to talk about the results of the summer convention season and a few updates related to FUNimation’s recent announcement of the DBZ TV series coming to Blu-ray.
REFERENCED SITES:
- Namco-Bandai Q1 Fiscal 2012 Report (PDF)
- Japanese Mayor Cosplay @ Anime News Network
- Otakon 2011 Review @ vegettoex.com
- “DragonBall Kai” Blu-ray Box 8 @ CDJapan
- “DragonBall Kai” Blu-ray Box 8 @ Amazon Japan
- “DragonBall Kai” DVD Vol. 33 @ CDJapan
- “DragonBall Kai” DVD Vol. 33 @ Amazon Japan
- DBZ Special Selection DVD @ Amazon Japan
- “Gyaru-ou” DBZ-ish Music Video @ YouTube
Podcast Episode #0266 — 25 July 2011
This week on our show we are joined by our comrade Hujio to discuss FUNimation’s announcement that they will be releasing the Dragon Ball Z TV series on Blu-ray beginning later this year in November. Will this just be a repeat of the orange brick masters from 2007′s “season sets” or does FUNimation have something else up their sleeve? What does this mean for the majority of our audience who has been snatching up the Dragon Box sets? Download the show now, or head on over to the podcast page for more information or to subscribe.
SHOW DESCRIPTION:
Episode #0266! VegettoEX and Hujio discuss FUNimation’s recent announcement that the DBZ TV series is coming to Blu-ray this year. Will this be another fiasco using 2007′s orange brick masters, or does FUNimation have something else up its sleeve? How will these products compare to everything else that is out there, including other versions of these same episodes sitting alongside them on store shelves? Also, who exactly will these new sets be aimed at, especially with Dragon Box releases coming to a close?
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