We are kicking off 2011 with a pretty laid-back episode that has possibly too much laughing for our own good. Amongst the shenanigans you will also find a good deal of in-depth discussion regarding the recent announcement from Toei and FUNimation that the Dragon Ball franchise will soon be streaming online, and we review (in audio form, this time!) the recent Battle of Omega CD single from Hironobu Kageyama, the title track of which was used as the opening theme in Raging Blast 2. Download the show now, or head on over to the podcast page for more information or to subscribe.

SHOW DESCRIPTION:
Episode #0244! VegettoEX, Meri, and Hujio discuss the recent announcement from Toei and FUNimation that the DragonBall franchise will soon be streamed online. What is the significance of this agreement, and what can and should fans expect to see make its way online? We also review Hironobu Kageyama’s “Battle of Omega” CD single (the opening theme to “Raging Blast 2”). Laid-back shenanigans, January’s releases, and your e-mails round out the episode!

REFERENCED SITES:

• Bakuman Vol. 1 LE DVD @ CDJapan
• Bakuman Vol. 1 LE Blu-ray @ CDJapan
• Bakuman Vol. 2 LE DVD @ CDJapan
• Bakuman Vol. 2 LE Blu-ray @ CDJapan
• “Zoukei Tenkaichi Budokai” @ Kanzentai
• “DragonBall no Shinkaron” @ Amazon Japan
• “Kai Soundtrack IV” @ Amazon Japan
• “Kai Complete Song Collection” @ Amazon Japan
• DragonBall Streaming Announcement @ FUNimation
• “Battle of Omega” CD Single Review @ Daizenshuu EX
• “Battle of Omega” CD Single @ CDJapan
• “Battle of Omega” CD Single Contest @ Daizenshuu EX