Episode #0058 of the podcast is available for download! Sorry about the delay, but there’s only so much you can do when you and your files are in different time zones. This past week, we went over all of the big news from 2006, including crossovers, video games, music, and more. We also had an extremely in-depth conversation with our buddy Corey regarding FUNimation’s upcoming “remastered” DBZ DVDs. Definitely check it out.

SHOW DESCRIPTION:
Episode #0058! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian discuss 2006 as a whole… all of the good news, bad news, video games, crossovers, and more! We also brought on our buddy Corey to discuss perhaps the biggest news of the year, being FUNimation’s upcoming “remastered” re-release of the entire DBZ series on DVD.

REFERENCED SITES:

• Anime World Order (Podcast)
• Anime News Service
• FUNimation’s Tech Trailer

Episode #0057 of the podcast is available for download! We had another laid-back episode this week, bringing back favorites Jeff Heller and Mr. Andrew Deluxe, himself. We dived into another episode of “Fandom Theatre” and shared some responses to e-mails, discussed the news, etc. Ol’ Julian was stuck spending time with his girlfriend. Poor man. Definitely check it out.

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Episode #0057! VegettoEX, Meri, Andrew, and Jeff (Julian’s on holiday break!) take the time out this holiday season to share some stories with the listeners, discuss the news, and answer a few e-mails. Learn all about Andrew’s dedication to making a toy Gohan flip and land on his feet, along with the perfect recipe for DBZ Sprite made in the bathtub.

REFERENCED SITES:

• I Hate Myself’s “10 Songs” @ iTunes
• No Idea Records Official Website
• “DBZ: Sparking! NEO” (JP Wii) @ Play-Asia
• April Fool’s Archive @ templeotrunks.com
• “Novem” @ beckanime.net
• “Novem” @ AnimeMusicVideos.org

Episode #0056 of the podcast is available for download! Once again there was a bit of delay, but it’s the holiday season… have some forgiveness in your heart! This week, we caught up on some e-mail from all of you, our visitors / readers / listeners / minions. Definitely check it out.

SHOW DESCRIPTION:
Episode #0056! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian take the time out this holiday season to catch up on e-mail from the listeners! A batch of questions related to parodies, characters, games, and more round out the submissions.

REFERENCED SITES:

• “Jump Super Stars” @ EB Games
  

Episode #0055 of the podcast is available for download! Sorry about the delay, but hey… we’re only human. Well, maybe a little bit Artificial Human… OK, that’s not true, either… just wishful thinking. Anyway, go for it! This week we brought on SkitzZero, who old-school fans will remember from the days of the website DBZ: Season 3. We talked a bit about running sites back in the day, and Skitz’s advanced multimedia work that we’re all still so fond of and impressed by. Be sure to check out the shownotes for a remastered version of the infamous fandub! Definitely check it out.

SHOW DESCRIPTION:
Episode #0055! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian welcome SkitzZero (DBZ: Season 3) for a special interview. We talk about the olden-days of websites and his early multimedia works that still impress us to this day. The conclusion of Julian’s first pass-through of DBZ ABCs, Meri’s Top 5 Global Catastrophe Moments, and more round out the episode!

REFERENCED SITES:

• One Piece / DBZ Crossover Discussion @ Daizenshuu EX
• God Hierarchy & Galaxy Discussion @ Daizenshuu EX
• SkitzZero’s “Complete Collection” Auction Splash Page
• SkitzZero’s Fandub (Remastered) @ YouTube
• Meri’s Top 5 Global Catastrophe Moments @ Daizenshuu EX
• DBZ “Remastered” Vol. 6 (Spain) @ zonadvd.com
• DBZ “Remastered” Vol. 7 (Spain) @ zonadvd.com

Episode #0054 of the podcast is available for download! Since we’re usually busy working on the podcast and various other things this time of year, general content updates slow down a bit. What better way to force a content update on myself than to make it part of the podcast?! Genius! We have three new items for you over in the “Rumor Guide”, all of which are discussed during the episode.

SHOW DESCRIPTION:
Episode #0054! VegettoEX and Meri (Julian’s off singing!) discuss the week’s big news concerning the upcoming Toriyama/Oda crossover, as well as the new remix CD coming out in Japan this month. Getting things going on the website with content updates, we also go over three new items for the “Rumor Guide”! Top 5 Daisuke Gori characters, releases, and your e-mails round out the episode.

REFERENCED SITES:

• December Release Schedule @ Columbia Japan
• One Piece / DBZ Crossover Discussion @ Daizenshuu EX
• Rumor Guide @ Daizenshuu EX
• “The History of Bardock” Tidbit @ Daizenshuu EX
• “Son Gokû Densetsu” Anime Guide Book @ Amazon Japan
• Meri’s Top 5 Daisuke Gôri Characters @ Daizenshuu EX
• Daisuke Gôri Encyclopedia Entry @ Anime News Network
• DBZ DVD Vols. 40, 41, & 42 @ Amazon Japan
• DBZ “Remastered” Vol. 6 (Spain) @ zonadvd.com
• DBZ “Remastered” Vol. 7 (Spain) @ zonadvd.com
• “The History of Trunks” DVD @ Deep Discount DVD
• SkitzZero’s “Complete Collection” Auction Splash Page

Episode #0053 of the podcast is available for download! It’s that time of year when general content updates slow down due to everyone’s general life-stuffage going on, but things like the podcast allow us to get that content out to you every week, like it or not! 😛 We’ve got a review of FUNimation’s recent “First Strike” DVD boxset, containing their re-releases of DBZ movies 1, 2, & 3. Also, this is your chance to take a glimpse into what goes on behind the scenes with a little something we like to call “Fandom Theatre”. Definitely check it out.

SHOW DESCRIPTION:
Episode #0053! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian break out into storytime with our new Fandom Theatre. We also review FUNimation’s recent “First Strike” DVD boxset, containing their re-releases of DBZ movies 1, 2, and 3. News, releases, your e-mails, and more round out the episode.

REFERENCED SITES:

• Mike’s Stack o’ Sega Going To The TV @ Daizenshuu EX
• Mike’s Stack o’ Sega Close-Up @ Daizenshuu EX
• DBZ Movie 7 JP VHS Cover @ Daizenshuu EX
• Remastered DBZ Feedback/Comparison Thread @ FUNimation
• DBZ Movies 1-3 DVD Cover Comparisons @ Daizenshuu EX
• Meri’s Top 5 Children @ Daizenshuu EX
• DBZ DVD Vols. 40, 41, & 42 @ Amazon Japan
• DBZ “Remastered” Vol. 6 (Spain) @ zonadvd.com
• DBZ “Remastered” Vol. 7 (Spain) @ zonadvd.com
• SkitzZero’s “Complete Collection” Auction Splash Page

Episode #0052 of the podcast is available for download! That’s right, it’s the show’s one-year anniversary! We bust it out in celebratory style, not only giving away daizenshuu three (did you win?!), but also hanging with FUNimation translator and old-school DBZ fanboy extraordinaire Steven J. Simmons! Children, gather ’round for your history lesson… it’s time to get your learnin’ on! We also discuss with Steve the upcoming remastered DBZ boxsets from FUNimation, and get all the information that we have out there. Definitely check it out.

SHOW DESCRIPTION:
Episode #0052! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian celebrate the podcast’s one-year anniversary with Steven J. Simmons, FUNimation translator (DragonBall Z, Fullmetal Alchemist, Yu Yu Hakusho, etc.) and old-school DBZ fanboy. We discuss DBZ’s rise to subtitled-ness in North America, and the present state of FUNimation and their forthcoming so-called “remastered” DBZ sets. We also give away daizenshuu three and look forward to another year of the show!

REFERENCED SITES:

• Daimao’s Website
• Doom Z @ Daimao’s Website
• The Definitive DragonBall Z Episode Guide @ Daimao’s Website
• Steven J. Simmons @ AnimeNewsNetwork
• FUNimation Remastered DBZ Press Release @ AnimeNewsNetwork
• Ed Gorgen’s Interview w/ Gen Fukunaga @ DBZ Uncensored
• Official DBZ Remastered Feedback Thread @ FUNimation
• Remastered DBZ Discussion @ Daizenshuu EX
• SkitzZero’s “Complete Collection” Auction Splash Page

Episode #0051 of the podcast is available for download! We’re one week away from the one-year anniversary episode, but that doesn’t mean we’re taking it easy. This week we discussed all of the alter-egos and disguises used over the course of the series. Also, in response to an e-mail, I got to tell a creepy DBZ dream story! Hurray! Definitely check it out.

SHOW DESCRIPTION:
Episode #0051! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian describe and discuss the alter-egos and disguises characters use throughout the course of the series. What was the purpose? Did they work? DBZ ABCs, Top 5 Lamest Transformations, big DVD news, and your e-mails round out the episode… including a recount of a creepy DBZ dream!

REFERENCED SITES:

• “Complete Vegeta Saga” @ Right Stuf
• FUNimation Preliminary “Big News” @ Official Website
• Meri’s Top 5 Lamest Transformations @ Daizenshuu EX
• DBZ Movies 1-3 Re-Release DVD Pack @ RightStuf
• DBZ Movies 1-3 Re-Release DVD Pack @ DeepDiscountDVD
• “Jump Ultimate Stars” (NDS) @ Play-Asia
• “Super Otaku Magazine” Old Discussion @ Daizenshuu EX

Episode #0050 of the podcast is available for download! We’re closing in on that one-year anniversary episode, too. This week, we discuss the rivalry between Goku & Vegeta, compare it to that of Goku & Piccolo, and even compare it to important rivalries from other anime series. Lots more can be found in the episode, as well! In case you haven’t heard… we’re giving away a daizenshuu! You’ve gotta listen to the show to find out how to win. Definitely check it out.

SHOW DESCRIPTION:
Episode #0050! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian compare the rivalry of Goku and Vegeta to other DB rivalries, and those within many other series (Ranma, Gundam, One Piece, Naruto, etc.). Gaming and music news, DBZ ABCs, your e-mails, and more round out the episode!

REFERENCED SITES:

• “Haruka Naru Goku Densetsu” Scan @ GoNintendo
• “DragonBall Z Best New Mix 2006” @ Play-Asia
• “DragonBall Z Best New Mix 2006” @ Amazon Japan
• DBZ Hit Song Collection CD Sale @ Play-Asia
• “Welcome” Comparison Images @ Daizenshuu EX
• Meri’s Top 5 Rivalries @ Daizenshuu EX
• “DBZ: Budokai Tenkaichi 2” (US PS2) @ Amazon
• DBZ Movies 1-3 Re-Release DVD Pack @ RightStuf
• DBZ Movies 1-3 Re-Release DVD Pack @ DeepDiscountDVD
• “Jump Ultimate Stars” (NDS) @ Play-Asia

Episode #0049 of the podcast is available for download! This week, we gave a pretty good rundown of daizenshuu numero seven, the encyclopedia to end all encyclopedias. Plus, we’re giving away daizenshuu three on our upcoming one-year anniversary show! Well, one year of the podcast… the website’s going on nine 😛 Definitely check it out.

SHOW DESCRIPTION:
Episode #0049! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian go over the plethora of gaming news, and detail the extravaganza of information that is daizenshuu numero seven. We also start up a contest to give away daizenshuu three on our one-year anniversary show! Top 5 Tenka-ichi Budokai, DBZ ABCs, your e-mails, and more round out the episode.

REFERENCED SITES:

• DragonBall Z / Godfather Parody @ YouTube
• DragonBall Z / Godfather Parody @ Daizenshuu EX
• “Reflections of Style 3” (AMV Project) @ AnimeMusicVideos.org
• “Haruka Naru Goku Densetsu” (NDS) V-Jump Scan
• Daizenshuu #7 Cover @ Daizenshuu EX
• Meri’s Top 5 Tenka-ichi Budôkai @ Daizenshuu EX
• “Enter the Dragon” (AMV) @ AnimeMusicVideos.org
• DBZ DVD Vols. 37, 38, & 39 @ Amazon Japan
• “Sparking! NEO” Official Japanese Website
• “DBZ: Budokai Tenkaichi 2” (US PS2) @ Amazon