Episodes

Dec 14

Episode #0532! Mike chats with Von about Manga Barcelona 2025, held earlier this month in Spain, where the guest list included Takashi Matsuyama (Akira Toriyama's second assistant, and legend in his own right). Tune in for some of the best stories and tidbits to come out of the event... including what may be an unknown production tidbit?!

Nov 30

Episode #0531! Mike and Jay chat about the pre-smartphone world of Dragon Ball mobile gaming, and in particular, Jay's work on digging into and porting the "Dragon Ball Racing" mobile game to the PlayStation 2! Tune in for a whirlwind tour through this oft-forgotten side-niche of games and learn what's on the horizon for those looking to learn more.

Nov 20

Episode #0530! For our 20th podcast-iversary, Mike dives back into what we covered on the show all the way back in November 2005. A three-disc movie boxset from FUNimation was on the horizon (finally bringing DB movie 2 out of VHS-Hell), while Dragon Box: The Movies was on its way in Japan. Randy joins for a look back at the original "Dragon Ball Z: Sparking!" on the PS2, which we also covered back on the first episode of the podcast. Heath then pops in for a little self-indulgent retrospective about the show and what we envision for the future. Here's to another 20 years of the podcast!

Sep 7

Episode #0529! Mike regales listeners first with a journey into the history behind the Title Page Popularity Poll (whose results were originally published alongside Dragon Ball chapter 12), before journeying even further west with a review of "Bonds" (out now from Manga Mavericks Books).

Aug 24

Episode #0528! Recorded live at Otakon 2025, Mike presents a whirlwind tour through various (non-Dr. Slump/Dragon Ball) animated works and adaptations from the world of Akira Toriyama!

Jul 27

Episode #0527! Mike, Ken, and Randy return once again to "Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot" to review its seventh paid downloadable content pack, this time covering the first part of the "Dragon Ball Daima" series! Especially coming from episodes that sure felt like an RPG journey, how does this then translate over into an actual video game? Have we found the best way to experience the Daima Wonderland...?!

Jul 13

Episode #0526! Mike chats with Von about Japan Expo 2025, held earlier this month in Paris, where the guest list included Kazuhiko Torishima, Katsuyoshi Nakatsuru, and Toyotaro. Tune in for some of the best stories and tidbits to come out of the event!

Jun 29

Episode #0525! Mike brings on a panel of special guests to chat with the Kanzenshuu Patreon community in a special live stream broadcast! We field questions about everything from manga release history to video games and everything in between.

Jun 15

Episode #0524! Mike catches up with Randy from We Gotta Podcast, who is celebrating a 100+ episode milestone. What brought them all together, what keeps them going, and why are they just so gosh darn nice?!

Jun 1

Episode #0523! Mike catches up with Zénpai, who is now the official translator for an all-new Dragon Ball manga release in Portugal! How did this all come about, how is the release going, what has the feedback been, and what all benefits do we as a broader international community get out of it?!

May 18

Episode #0522! Mike speaks with David Evelyn, translator on the new English language release of "Dr. Mashirito's Ultimate Manga Techniques" from Viz. What are some of the fun stories and lessons from the book, and what other great stories does David have to share? Grab the book, tune in, and find out!

May 4

Episode #0521! Mike speaks with Von from France about the Made in Asia convention from March 2025, which had Katsuyoshi Nakatsuru and Chikashi Kubota in attendance. We get the scoop on some behind-the-scenes production tidbits, pressing fan questions, and a whole lot of great chat about artwork over the years!

Apr 20

Episode #0520! Mike and Ajay revisit "Dragon Ball Z: Resurrection 'F'" for its 10th anniversary. Often looked back upon as the black sheep of the revival-era animated products, what does it have to offer audiences these days, particularly in light of its re-adaptation into the "Dragon Ball Super" television series?

Apr 6

Episode #0519! Mike interviews Brandon Bovia, letterer on the English release of the Dragon Ball Super manga from Viz. What exactly does a "letterer" do, how does that work differ between a simulpub and collected volume release, and what all else goes into bringing manga chapters to English?

Mar 23

Episode #0518! Mike interviews Rocco from Mega64 about his introduction to Dragon Ball, figure collecting, Mega64's five-minute live-action DBZ sketches, ssj8 (99 percent sure is real), and more!

Mar 9

Episode #0517! Mike, Ken, and Ajay review the complete "Dragon Ball Daima" television series! Over these 20 episodes, what new concepts are introduced/reintroduced, what lore conflicts are we still reeling from, how did the art and animation hold up with such a prolonged production timeframe... and did we like it?

Dec 22, 2024

Episode #0516! Mike and Randy chat about the North American Dragon Ball Daima Tour before turning their attention to the first half(?) of Dragon Ball Daima itself. How are we feeling about all the usual stuff like story, pacing, and production values? What hopes do we still have? Stick around for a short Dragon Quest III HD-2D wrap-up chat afterward!

Nov 16, 2024

This is Fanzenshuu... Okay, that's not a thing. We may not be fusing with Kanzenshuu, but we wished upon the Dragon Balls to summon them for the task of discussing Akira Toriyama's legendary franchise as it hits 40 years strong. Between Toriyama's passing and the first new TV series in 9 years, this year has given us a lot to think about for this big anniversary. Kestrel is joined by Cain, Brandon for the first time in a while, and of course the respective founders of the highly detailed Dragon Ball fan sites that would fuse to become the all-encompassing Kanzenshuu. We cover the franchise as well as Kanzenshuu and its predecessors, and like any good battle in DBZ, it takes way longer than we expect.

Nov 10, 2024

Episode #0515! Mike brings on JP from The Space Above Us podcast to chat about all things space in Dragon Ball! How realistic are the space travel options in the series, and what about other things like intergalactic communications, and even teleportation? What other real-world considerations do we see addressed in-universe?

Oct 27, 2024

Episode #0514! Mike and Heath check in with personal feelings and the general fandom atmosphere now that we are a few episodes deep in to Dragon Ball Daima. How is site work going alongside this new series, and what's grabbed us the most so far?

Oct 6, 2024

Episode #0513! Mike, Ken, and Meri review the "Super Hero" arc of the Dragon Ball Super manga! With three exclusive prologue and epilogue chapters, how does this arc hold up in the grand scheme of the Dragon Ball Super manga, and particularly as the only movie expanded on and fully adapted into the series?

Sep 8, 2024

Episode #0512! Mike and Ajay chat about "the main trailer" for the upcoming Dragon Ball Daima television series, and then Mike goes it alone for a bit to chat about the Dragon Ball GT Anime Comic and a new guide page on the website!

Aug 11, 2024

Episode #0511! Recorded live at Otakon 2024, Mike presents a whirlwind tour of Akira Toriyama's works and legacy! From "Awawa World" to "Jaco the Galactic Patroman" (and beyond!), we cover it all!

Apr 5, 2024

Episode #0510! The extended Kanzenshuu family and friend community comes together to share their memories of, gratitude toward, and the impact of Akira Toriyama.

Feb 25, 2024

Episode #0509! Mike, Ken, and Randy return once again to "Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot" to review its sixth paid downloadable content pack, this time covering the 28th Tenka'ichi Budōkai... and beyond! For once in this franchise's storied history, we finally hit "End of Z" in another medium... but what does this time period hold for us in terms of gameplay and storytelling, and what does "Kakarot" offer us here in a now-seemingly-complete package?

Dec 24, 2023

Episode #0508! Mike brings on Ken and Ajay for an all-Daima extravaganza! We break down all the scenes in the debut Dragon Ball Daima trailer, trying to figure out who all is involved and what Toriyama may have in store for us, as well as dive into all the currently-announced production staff. We're still a long ways off from actually seeing the show, but they certainly have our interest at this early stage!

Oct 29, 2023

Episode #0507! From the depths of the archives, we managed to rescue an unreleased goodie: the next installment in our "Dragon Ball GT Review of Awesomeness"...! Mike, Meri, and Jeff dive into episodes 36-40 to wrap up the Baby arc in this podcast episode that was definitely recorded back in August 2018.

Oct 8, 2023

Episode #0506! We continue a brand new interview series talking with the staff members of Kanzenshuu itself! Heath is up next, so strap in for a trip back to the early days of fansites, launching a new one in 2005, combining sites in 2012, how we collaboratively work on everything together, and much more!

Aug 27, 2023

Episode #0505! Mike, Ken, and Randy return once again to "Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot" to review its fifth paid downloadable content pack, this time covering the 23rd Tenka'ichi Budōkai. Switching things up with ground-based battles and a rigid tournament structure, how does it fare compared to previous DLC releases, and what else might be on the horizon for this game?

Jul 23, 2023

Episode #0504! Mike and Ken journey through the biggest hoaxes in modern Dragon Ball history. From fanart that escaped the clutches of its original artists, to purposeful (and sometimes long-term) bits of misinformation, we've seen it all! How well do some of these hoaxes hold up, and what will it take in the future to live up to their legacy?

Jun 25, 2023

Episode #0503! We start a brand new interview series talking with the staff members of Kanzenshuu itself! Julian is up first, so strap in for a trip back to 2002 as we prep the Daizenshuu EX relaunch and start honing those translation skills. We apparently recorded this episode five years ago, but it seems the more things change, the more they stay the same!

Jun 11, 2023

Episode #0502! Following up on last episode's ten-year retrospective for the film version of "Battle of Gods": Mike, Heath, and Ken re-review the initial four chapters of the "Dragon Ball Super" manga adapting the "Battle of Gods" arc... as well as the "Dragon Ball SD" manga adaptation by Naho Ooishi... as well as the "Victory Mission in Battle of Gods" special comic by Toyotaro!

May 21, 2023

Episode #0501! Mike, Ajay, and Tyson look back at the 2013 theatrical film "Dragon Ball Z: Battle of Gods" with (somehow!) both a retrospective critical eye and a fresh perspective. Ten years removed and with multiple adaptations behind us, how does the original film version of the story hold up? What precedents did it set for the next decade, and what has the rest of the franchise still failed to recapture in all that time?

Apr 1, 2023

Episode #0500! We are celebrating five hundred podcast episodes! Join us for a journey from the first episode back in 2005 through today's shenanigans. All the best in-jokes, all the best discussions... and a lot more. Also: we occasionally talk about Dragon Ball.

Mar 19, 2023

Episode #0499! Mike shares his Official Top Ten Dragon Ball Video Games with Kirran! With decades worth of bangers behind us and a widely-anticipated new game on the horizon, it seemed like the perfect time to purposefully get folks yelling back at their transistor radio speakers about us "forgetting" certain games! No, we didn't forget! We just like different things!

Feb 19, 2023

Episode #0498! Mike and Heath discuss some of the biggest (non-strength-related!) rumors and misunderstandings in general Dragon Ball fandom. From the classic "ending with Freeza" to recent confusion over the authorship of the Dragon Ball Super manga, we bring the receipts!

Jan 29, 2023

Episode #0497! Mike, Ken, and Randy reconvene once again to review the "Bardock: Alone Against Fate" DLC pack for "Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot"! How does the second season pass kick things off this time around, and how does it compare to content from the first season pass?

Jan 15, 2023

Episode #0496! Mike and Ken look ahead to the rest of 2023 for the Dragon Ball franchise. What do we know is on the horizon, and how do we think several of the ongoing productions we DO know about will shake out? Tune in for our thoughts, as well as our reactions to YOUR thoughts!

Dec 11, 2022

Episode #0495! Mike and Ken return once last time to the "Granolla the Survivor" arc of the "Dragon Ball Super" manga... this time to respond to YOUR thoughts on the arc! What did you all think of the plot twists and turns, the flashback material, the transformations, and more?

Nov 27, 2022

Episode #0494! Mike brings on Ken and Ian to review the latest arc of the "Dragon Ball Super" manga, Granolla the Survivor! How does the second manga-exclusive arc stack up against not only the Galactic Patrol Prisoner arc with Moro, but the rest of the series as a whole? Where do we go from here?! Tune in for all this and more!

Jun 19, 2022

Episode #0493! Mike brings on Julian and Ian to review the new theatrical film, "Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero"! Tune in for all the details on the Japanese theater experience, how the new visual style brings the franchise to life, and more! Tiptoe around things with us for the first half, and then stick around into the second half for all the spoiler-filled discussions you can eat!

Jun 1, 2022

On this episode of Manga Mavericks, Colton and Lum are joined by Mike (VegettoEX), one of the founders of the biggest Dragon Ball fansite on the internet, Kanzenshuu, as well as Darren Vogt, artist extraordinaire and one of the hosts of the Comics on the Spot podcast, to discuss Akira Toriyama's Manga Theater! A collection of comics from Akira Toriyama spanning across multiple decades of his career from before the start of Dr Slump to near the end of Dragon Ball! Toriyama is one of our favorite manga artists of all time, so there was no way we wouldn't cover more of his comics at some point, especially with a new collection of his stories that have never been released before officially in English until recently! We cover this collection of over 20 stories as exhaustively as possible, as Mike provides a lot of much needed context for the publication of a lot of them and pinpoint where Toriyama was in his career at the time of each of them, while Darren provides his perspective as a fellow artist and what makes Toriyama's comics craft so interesting even as far back as his pre-Dr Slump days! Join us as we rediscover our love of Toriyama's works and reevaluate why he's simply one of the best at what he does!

Apr 20, 2022

You ever heard of the lost OVA of the Dragon Ball Z series? Well, there's a lot more to it than that, so Randy and Doug brought on Mike, VegettoEX, to teach us a thing or two about an NES game, VHS tapes, a 1990's Bandai CDROM console, and a PS3/Xbox360 game to give us the whole story!

Apr 3, 2022

Episode #0492! Mike and Heath reflect on TEN YEARS of Kanzenshuu fusion! Alongside a (very condensed!) history of how our respective sites began back in the ancient days, we share some of our favorite stories from the last ten years, as well as discuss some of the recent upgrades and initiatives here on the site (including our Patreon)! Here's to another ten years!

Mar 20, 2022

Episode #0491! Mike brings on Ian and Ajay to discuss the state of Dragon Ball manga and anime, respectively, in 2022. What do we know about the end of the current Dragon Ball Super manga arc? How does the production of a CG theatrical film fit in with the world of Dragon Ball animation? Join us for a crash-course in current Dragon Ball production, news, and updates!

Mar 6, 2022

Episode #0490! Mike, Randy, and Ken return to review the third paid downloadable content pack for "Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot" -- "Trunks: The Warrior of Hope"! How does this effectively-self-contained story match up to the original base version of the game, and how does it also set itself apart? Join us for a spoiler-filled discussion of everything the DLC has to offer!

Oct 12, 2021

Bonus episode! Mike and the Mario Kart Big Leagues crew review the 2001 anime series Angelic Layer

Aug 15, 2021

Episode #0489! Mike and Ian discuss the evolving craft of the "Dragon Ball Super" manga series and all four of its key players: just how involved is Akira Toriyama in the most recent two arcs, how creative is Toyotarō allowed or encouraged to be, and how much authority do Akio Iyoku and Victory Uchida hold over the entire process? From drafts to dialogue to delivery, we bring the receipts!

Apr 18, 2021

Episode #0488! Mike and José discuss fandom in Portugal, discovering more about the original version of the series from an international perspective, moving into the world of translation, and much more!

Dec 25, 2020

Episode #0487! Mike, Ajay, Terez, Ken, Jake, and Heath review the full Galactic Patrol Prisoner arc from the Dragon Ball Super manga!

Oct 25, 2020

Episode #0486! Mike speaks with Ian about a recent V-Jump video interview that discusses the current events within and the future of the Dragon Ball Super manga, as well as with Terez for a wiki project overview and status update.

Sep 13, 2020

Episode #0485! Mike and Julian continue with a great batch of language-related listener questions and your own personal Japanese master class, as well as dive off into an in-depth chat about the Kanzenshuu approach to and administrative stance on "leaks", both content and news-related in origin.

Aug 30, 2020

Episode #0484! Mike and Julian discuss the history of the "Hera Clan" in the Dragon Ball franchise, dating back to what seems to be their first named appearance in 1993's "Dragon Ball Z: Super Butoden 2" for the Super Famicom. Where has this name popped up, where has it NOT popped up, and why might this be?! Stay tuned for a variety of language-related listener questions to round out the episode!

Jul 26, 2020

Episode #0483! Mike brings various wiki gang members back together again to chat up the history of Viz's manga release in America (and various changes throughout multiple printings), music cataloging, hacking away at video games to enable lost features, and fun filler factoids! Stay tuned toward the end for various bits of future website teases!

Jul 5, 2020

Episode #0482! Mike and Meri literally clean house with a discussion on fansub organization, consolidating broadcast tapes, action figure history, and much more!

Jun 15, 2020

Mike joins MasakoX from TeamFourStar to discuss wacky Dragon Ball trivia and much more!

May 24, 2020

Episode #0481! Mike, Ken, and Randy discuss "Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot", the latest... action open-world fighting role-playing Goku Experience...?! Tune in for our in-depth review, your thoughts on the game, and much more!

Apr 19, 2020

Episode #0480! Mike brings the team back together again with an exciting batch of topics this episode, including the likely origins of the Galactic Patrol back in DBZ Movie 3, hidden elements and fun trivia lurking behind the camera in the PlayStation 2 games, and a wealth of website and wiki work updates!

Mar 22, 2020

Episode #0479! Mike is alive and so is the rest of the team! Join us for a few check-ins with website and wiki staff: Heath tells us all about the updated animation production guide, Terez takes us through wiki management and some of her projects, Ken gives us the scoop on techniques and the timeline, and Mike has a few thoughts of his own, too!

Sep 29, 2019

Episode #0478! Mike and Ian review the five bonus manga chapters in the Jump Victory Carnival 2019 Official Guide Book. This year, Toyotaro undercuts the 2018 theatrical film, Yoshitaka Nakagama provides some background on the Super Dragon Ball Heroes villains, Naho Ooishi tells a fantastical fever dream, and Hiroshi Otogi sure does draw two pages.

Sep 8, 2019

Episode #0477! Mike and Joe dig into some of the hidden easter eggs littered through the eighth Dragon Ball Z film. From the Turtle Hermit busting out an Arale mask, to Kuririn singing a popular folk song, to Gohan's seminar application, the film is a freeze-frame-frenzy of fun! A brief news recap and continued wiki teases round out the episode.

Aug 11, 2019

Episode #0476! Mike and Stacey attempt to arrive at a spelling consensus for the "Ritto-sei-ningen" following some recent wiki-work revelations, and we check in on Volume 10 of the "Dragon Ball Super" manga in Japan for a two-page bonus chapter revolving around Cranberi.

Aug 4, 2019

Episode #0475! Mike and Meri field a bunch of great audience feedback from last episode's "Captain Ginyu - Assault" retrospective, and Joe joins in to chat a little bit about some of the insane and absolutely-totally-real wiki work going on behind the scenes!

Jul 14, 2019

Episode #0474! Mike and Meri time travel twenty years into the past to relive "Captain Ginyu - Assault" on home video. "Season Three" officially begins with a new voice cast and new musical score, but how does this fit into the larger Dragon Ball fandom at the time? Tune in as our collective trauma resurfaces, nostalgia is thrown out the window, and Mike reads his own editorial from half a lifetime ago.

May 7, 2019

Bonus episode! Mike and Julian share their "Podcasting Tips 'n' Tricks" panel from Castle Point Anime Convention 2019!

May 5, 2019

Episode #0473! Mike and Julian share their "Hidden and Forgotten Dragon Ball Stories" panel from Castle Point Anime Convention 2019! Tune in for a brief overview of some of the oft-forgotten supplemental manga series and the historical context that created some of these bizarre releases.

Apr 28, 2019

Episode #0472! Mike and Julian go behind-the-scenes to discuss some of the recent name spelling disparities between not just the official licensees, but also with us here at Kanzenshuu. What is suddenly driving this attempt at consistency from the top down, and why do we sometimes feel the need to be different? Where can you compromise, and where should you not?

Apr 21, 2019

Episode #0471! Mike, Julian, and Ian review Toyotaro's "debut" manga series (in an official capacity, anyway): "Dragon Ball Heroes: Victory Mission" from 2012-2014. The odd little promotional manga that could somehow grew into a legitimate serialization and arguably shaped the future of the "Dragon Ball Heroes" franchise for years to come. What lasting impact do we still see all these years later, and how does "Victory Mission" itself still hold up?

Apr 14, 2019

Episode #0470! Mike and Heath check in on "Super Dragon Ball Heroes: World Mission" before chatting out the latest entry in the long-running saga of questionable-at-best, depressing-at-worst FUNimation Dragon Ball Z home video releases. Who do they think they are making this 30th anniversary Blu-ray set for, and why do we keep repeating history over and over expecting anything to change?

Mar 17, 2019

Episode #0469! Mike and Julian wrap up a two-part retrospective looking at official fusion designs created by fans. We conclude in 2016 with the "Dragon Ball Fusions" contest that spawned Great Satanman, Gorus, and Taks, and take a look at the surrounding circumstances that led to incomplete implementation all around!

Mar 10, 2019

Episode #0468! Mike and Julian kick off a two-part retrospective looking at official fusion designs created by fans. We begin back in 1995 with Akira Toriyama's own design of Piririn and the contest soliciting new designs. Tune in for the history behind these artists, and how some of these designs were re-used and re-interpreted many years later. Be sure to read along on the website for a closer look at each one!

Mar 3, 2019

Episode #0467! Mike and Kirran check in on the trainwreck that is "Jump Force", the latest crossover fighting game in support of Jump's 50th anniversary. The big question: is it a hilarious trainwreck, or is it just awful? Tune in for all this and a tease of upcoming website content and the next podcast episode!

Feb 10, 2019

Episode #0466! Mike and Julian catch up on listener questions, and end up doing a mini manga historical lesson in the process, discussing all of the various releases in Japan and some of the changes made to each along the way. Tune in for an update on our family name guide and a wealth of other great questions!

Jan 13, 2019

Episode #0465! Mike speaks with Jake and Ajay about "Dragon Ball Super: Broly" from its Japanese theatrical debut! With all of the production changes thrown into the mix while simultaneously pulling various echoes of the franchise's past to form a new story, how does it all hold up in the end? Stick around after the review for a bittersweet farewell to a good friend with the entire Kanzenshuu administrative team!

Jan 6, 2019

Episode #0464! Mike, Julian, and Heath discuss some of the top Dragon Ball stories of 2018 before taking a look at last year's predictions. With Super known to be coming to a close and a new movie on the horizon, how well did we plot out 2018? Stick around for new 2019 predictions from the staff and listeners!

Dec 23, 2018

Episode #0463! Mike and Julian dive into the history of the Galactic Patrol! With "Shiirasu" appearing as a new antagonist in "Super Dragon Ball Heroes: World Mission" for the Nintendo Switch alongside the new "Galactic Patrol Prisoner arc" beginning in the "Dragon Ball Super" manga, we thought it would be appropriate to discuss where we are today in context with how it all got started with "Sachie-chan" and "Jiya" from Akira Toriyama and Masakazu Katsura.

Dec 16, 2018

Episode #0462! Mike and Julian dig into the "Super Dragon Ball Heroes 8th Anniversary Super Guide" featuring interviews with game producer Wataru Higuchi and animator/supervisor/designer Tadayoshi Yamamuro. What were some of the growing pains in the leap to "Super Dragon Ball Heroes" and what has Yamamuro been up to lately with the promotional anime? Comments from manga authors Toyotaro and Yoshitaka Nagayama round out the chat!

Dec 2, 2018

Episode #0461! Mike and Julian discuss the Dragon Ball franchise's long and storied history with spoilers, from its original serialization up through today. What are the similarities regardless of time, and how has modern technology in particular made certain issues worse than ever before? Are there any solutions, or does the franchise need an adjustment to its entire DNA for this to change?

Nov 25, 2018

Episode #0460! Mike and Julian interview Toru Furuya, the voice of Yamcha, live from Anime NYC! Stay tuned for a day-by-day review of the overall convention, including the Anisong World Matsuri performance featuring Kageyama Hironobu and more!

Nov 18, 2018

Episode #0459! Mike and Julian provide a guided tour through the "Dragon Ball: Jump Best Scene Top 10" mook (magazine-styled book) released in Japan this month. Tune in for our thoughts on the scenes selected, the printing particularities of the mook, and more!

Nov 11, 2018

Episode #0458! Mike, Julian, and Stacey crack open the case of being "Reincarnated as Yamcha", which recently saw its official English translation from Viz. How does Dragon Garow Lee's talent carry over to an official product? What kind of story winds up being told, particularly in contrast to how its official rights holders may describe it? What are the benefits of going shirtless to your debut editorial meeting? Tune in for all this and more!

Nov 4, 2018

Episode #0457! Mike and Jake fire up the podcast cannons to take a look at the biggest examples of writers, producers, and marketers maybe perhaps thinking about possibly making some kind of relatively concrete statement about A True Canon™ for the Dragon Ball series. What are some of the trends in the phrasing we have seen over the years, and what does the most recent example tell us about what to expect in the future?

Oct 28, 2018

Episode #0456! Mike and Julian return to the 30th anniversary "Super History Book" and its game producer interviews regarding the "Dragon Ball Z" (Budokai), "Sparking!" (Budokai Tenkaichi), and "Xenoverse" game series. What are some of the untold stories leading up to their creation, and how do fans and production teams alike look back on them?

Oct 7, 2018

Episode #0455! Mike and Julian report live from New York Comic Con 2018, sharing amazing tales, experiences, reviews, interviews, and more!

Sep 16, 2018

Episode #0454! Mike and Jake discuss character name adaptation challenges in light of Toppo vs. Top, while Meri joins in for a chat about Dragon Ball Z movie 8's dubbed theatrical screening ahead of the upcoming Dragon Ball Super theatrical film!

Sep 9, 2018

Episode #0453! Mike, Sean, and Stacey catch up on the last month's bevy of news, including the unfortunate passing of Unshō Ishizuka. Video game chat, tales from Japan, and more wraps up the episode!

Aug 12, 2018

Episode #0452! Mike and Randy discuss "Dragon Ball FighterZ" and its debut at Evo 2018! How did the final eight shake out, what did the lineups look like, and what have we learned about the game since launch? Tune in for a nice overview of the tournament, and stick around for some extra news and website content!

Jul 30, 2018

Mike joins Jace and Josh at Fresh Geek Context to discuss running Kanzenshuu, the history of the website and Dragon Ball fandom, take listener questions, and much more.

Jul 22, 2018

Episode #0451! Mike, Meri, and Jeff continue onward in the "Dragon Ball GT Review of Awesomeness" to cover "Dragon Ball GT" episodes 32-35! Oob enters the fray to challenge Baby, but when his own attack is turned on him, the only option left is a still-in-progress Goku. With his tail back in the picture, how will things shake out? And just how many transformations can we cram into four episodes?!

Jul 15, 2018

Episode #0450! Mike and Heath do a mid-year check-in on the group's 2018 predictions. Especially with "Dragon Ball Super" coming to a close and a new theatrical film on the horizon, how are our predictions shaking out so far? What were the big misses, and what tossaway comments came to fruition?

Jul 8, 2018

Episode #0449! Mike and Heath discuss the history of Broli: who created him, how he came to be, and where he fits in with the larger Dragon Ball franchise. With Akira Toriyama seemingly taking the character for his own in this year's forthcoming movie, where does that leave Takao Koyama's original creation, and what, if anything, does the film's production staff have to do to keep us excited for the rest of the year?

Jul 1, 2018

Episode #0448! Mike, Julian, and Jake provide a brief history of "Dragon Ball Heroes" before diving into a review of the first "Super Dragon Ball Heroes" promotional anime episode. We've had plenty of TV series, movies, OVAs, and other special features; how does this one hold up, and what do we think the future holds?

Jun 24, 2018

Episode #0447! Mike, Meri, and Jeff continue onward in the "Dragon Ball GT Review of Awesomeness" to cover "Dragon Ball GT" episodes 28-31! Though our heroic trio returns from space with the Ultimate Dragon Balls, all hope is lost when they find Baby has infected and enslaved the entire population of Earth. Who can possible take on Baby now?!

Jun 17, 2018

Episode #0446! Mike, Randy, and Stacey scientifically rank the eleven "Dragon Ball Super" ending theme songs. Which are the best sing-a-long songs, which represent Dragon Ball best, and which should have been scrapped in the studio? There's no arguing against science! Tune in for the completely unbiased ranking and stick around for a little bit of news and website content chat.

Jun 3, 2018

Episode #0445! Mike chats with Rich and Jeff about accusations of Toyotarō tracing artwork in the lead-up to his July 2018 V-Jump cover contribution. To lighten the mood a little bit, Julian and Meri join for a quick breeze through 2015's "Dragon Ball 590 Quiz Book". Play along at home and see how strong you are!

May 27, 2018

Episode #0444! Mike and Julian dive into interviews with video game producers Nobuyuki and Toshihiro Suzuki from the 30th Anniversary "Super History Book". Learn all about the 2:00 a.m. feedback sessions, getting the most out of the Famicom, running up against the anime and the manga, and teaching Akira Toriyama how to do special moves!

May 20, 2018

Episode #0443! Mike, Julian, and Ajay discuss new character designs revealed for the upcoming 2018 "Dragon Ball Super" theatrical film as well as a recent interview with Dragon Ball Room manager Akio Iyoku. Stay tuned for a brief chat about a new "Dragon Ball Heroes" promotional anime, which could either be something or... well, it sure will be a thing.

May 13, 2018

Episode #0442! Mike brings on Ajay and Stacey to chat about "Kameha-con", a brand-new convention held in Texas this month. From Ajay's perspective, learn what it was like to both run panels and enjoy the weekend as a general attendee. Meanwhile, from Stacey's perspective, learn what it was like to hang out with and interpret for Ryo Horikawa for an entire weekend! Be sure to stick around until the end for a quick tease of upcoming website material.

Apr 29, 2018

Episode #0441! Mike and Julian discuss "The Adventure of Tongpoo", a one-shot Akira Toriyama drew in 1983 which served as one step along the way to creating "Dragon Ball" itself. What feels different here from "Dragon Boy" earlier that same year? We wrap things up with a look at a series of drafts taking us from a straight "Journey to the West" adaptation up to the characters and story we know and love as "Dragon Ball"-proper!

Apr 22, 2018

Episode #0440! Mike and Julian discuss some of the ideas in "Dr. Slump" that would later make their way into "Dragon Ball" before moving on to "Dragon Boy", a two-part comic Akira Toriyama drew in 1983 which served as one step along the way to creating "Dragon Ball" itself. What changes are visible in the artwork, panel construction, and writing style? Join us for the first of a two-part journey leading up to "Dragon Ball" in 1984!

Apr 8, 2018

Episode #0439! Mike, Chris, Scott, and Ajay chat out the Universe Survival arc, wrapping up the "Dragon Ball Super" television series for good(?). From the exhibition to the recruitment to the tournament itself, what were our expectations and were they met? Julian pops in for a little post-review Q-and-A session wrapping up a few more thoughts on the arc, and that's that!

Apr 1, 2018

Episode #0438! Mike, Meri, and Jeff discuss space travel in the Dragon Ball series. What different types of spaceships do we see, and what are some of the essential products our intrepid travelers need to bring along?

Mar 18, 2018

Episode #0437! Mike, Meri, and Jeff continue onward in the "Dragon Ball GT Review of Awesomeness" to cover "Dragon Ball GT" episodes 23-27! Baby begins his assault on Earth, making his way through all of the remaining Saiyans before landing with Vegeta. Our space heroes have finished collecting the Dragon Balls, but will it make any difference?

Mar 11, 2018

Episode #0436! Mike, Julian, and Ajay discuss the trickle of information reveals about the upcoming theatrical film set for release in December 2018. A series director from "Dragon Ball Super" (with plenty of experience external to this franchise, as well) steps up to direct the new film, while new blood steps up to oversee its animation and visual design. Notably missing from the staff announcement is Tadayoshi Yamamuro. Between these staff announcements and what Toriyama says in his own words, what does this mean for the future of the franchise?

Mar 4, 2018

Episode #0435! Mike and Julian briefly discuss 20 years of "Dragon Ball" manga in English from Viz before turning their attention to the intersecting "Dragon Ball" and "KochiKame" material over the years. A joint interview in 1990 sheds some light on the respective authors' different approaches to character creation, while a 2006 manga crossover continues a legendary fake-ending from 16 years prior!

Feb 4, 2018

Episode #0434! Mike, Jake, and Chris detail a little history on the "Dragon Ball Online" graveyard mining taking place before examining the new-old character "Fu". What is the real story behind this character, and what can we expect out of him in "Dragon Ball XENOVERSE 2" and beyond? A little bit of news and website content chat rounds out the episode!

Jan 28, 2018

Episode #0433! Mike, Meri, and Jeff bring the M2 arc to a close in our "Dragon Ball GT Review of Awesomeness"... or do we?! Dr. Mu has effectively been defeated and his(?) creation, Baby, appears all but destroyed. Where do our heroes possibly go from here? Join us for a look at "Dragon Ball GT" episodes 19-22!

Jan 21, 2018

Episode #0432! Mike, Heath, and Ajay discuss the upcoming conclusion to the "Dragon Ball Super" television series. With all partners bringing in impressive revenue numbers, how does it make any sense to take the show off the air? We put everything in context, from the show as it stands now, to the upcoming theatrical film, to the rest of Toei's project load, and try to predict what the logical next steps should be for Shueisha and Toei.

Jan 15, 2018

Bonus episode! Tune in as Mike provides a complete history of the Dragon Ball Z Bardock TV song insert song "Solid State Scouter" by Dragon Magic Orchestra. What makes the song so special and memorable, and who actually made it?!

Jan 15, 2018

On this episode of lo-fidelity, we review Yellow Magic Orchestra's seminal album Solid State Survivor. We are going to explore the themes and musicality of one of the most influential albums in electronic music. YMO have been credited for influencing the majority of early video game music composers, as well as countless hip hop and electronic acts. Come explore this landmark of synthpop with us!

Jan 7, 2018

Episode #0431! Mike, Jake, and Julian reflect on the top news stories from 2017, as well as what we felt were some of the other important stories for the year. We check in on our predictions from last year, make new predictions for 2018, and toss around some listener predictions for the new year as well. Finally, what do we have on tap for the website in 2018?!

Dec 3, 2017

Episode #0430! After a five-year break, the "Dragon Ball GT Review of Awesomeness" returns. Mike, Meri, and Jeff review episodes 16-18, along with the FUNimation English dub-only recap episode, "A Grand Problem." Can our heroes (and hosts) survive the onslaught of machine mutants?!

Oct 15, 2017

Episode #0429! Mike and Lance discuss the Dragon Ball franchise's shift to "Z" based on Kazuhiko Torishima's comments and observations from a 2016 interview with Forbes. What changes were made to the production team, and how did those changes trickle down and shape the franchise for decades to come? A little bit of impromptu listener questions wraps up the episode!

Oct 8, 2017

Episode #0428! Mike and Meri take a look back at Akira Toriyama's arcade machine design from 1993 before diving into three separate reviews of the first "Dragon Ball" movie's English-language release. We wrap up with an uncharacteristic, quick gut-reaction to the one-hour "Dragon Ball Super" special featuring Goku's fight with Jiren!

Sep 17, 2017

Episode #0427! Mike and Kirran discuss the "Dragon Ball FighterZ" closed beta. How is the game shaping up so far, and how different do the characters feel from each other? We come up with an impromptu top five list of characters we would love to see in the game, and chat a little bit about recent website content and bonus podcast material!

Sep 7, 2017

Mike joins Baloo to discuss running Kanzenshuu as well as Dragon Ball's early ties to Journey to the West, accompanied by a chat about the novel's various translations and its poetry.

Jun 25, 2017

Episode #0426! Mike and Jake discuss surnames in the Dragon World. In a series where most characters do not actually have family names, how can you tell for sure when someone might actually have one? What examples tend to confuse fans, and which names might be hiding a secret surname away?! A bit of news recap and a related "Journey to the West" excerpt round out the episode!

Jun 18, 2017

Episode #0425! Mike, Ryan, and Josh preview "Dragon Ball FighterZ", the new fighting game coming in 2018 from Arc System Works. Based on the E3 demo, how is the game feeling so far, and what is it doing to separate itself from previous franchise entries? A tease of new and forthcoming website content rounds out the episode!

May 7, 2017

Episode #0424! Mike and Jake review the latest "Dragon Ball Super" character name developments alongside a quick look back at various production slip-ups and changes. Julian joins for a little inside-baseball chat about translation using Viz's "Dragon Ball Super" Volume 1 interview as a base. Tune in for all this and a little bit of news recap from the last week!

Apr 30, 2017

Episode #0423! Mike and Ajay check in on the updated visual style and effects on display in the "Universe Survival arc" of "Dragon Ball Super". Have the filters been toned down in any way, or is that perception just a side effect of the story's various locales? Has pre-production evened out to acceptable levels, and what kinds of tidbits are out there on social media telling the behind-the-scenes story?

Mar 27, 2017

Mike and Meri share more articles from old magazines making their way to the "Press Archive" on Kanzenshuu and then take questions from a live stream audience

Mar 13, 2017

Mike and Meri share articles from old magazines making their way to the "Press Archive" on Kanzenshuu and then take questions from a live stream audience

Feb 19, 2017

Episode #0422! Mike and Julian dissect the names of all twelve God of Destruction characters revealed for the "Dragon Ball Super" TV series' "Universe Survival arc". Each appears to be alcohol-based, so what are the best spelling adaptations in our alphabet? Marc then joins to discuss digital manga storefronts and the varying degrees of image quality out there. One might think the actual publisher is the best source, but are there better options out there?

Feb 12, 2017

Episode #0421! Mike and Jake check in on the translations for both the "Dragon Ball Super" anime simulcast and the Viz digital manga publication. With each version moving along at their own pace, how do the translation styles stack up against each other, and have there been any noticeable errors? Ajay later joins to discuss the new visual direction for the "Universe Survival arc" of the "Dragon Ball Super" anime with its saturated colors and new line art techniques.

Feb 5, 2017

Episode #0420! Mike and Heath check in on last year's predictions and make new ones for 2017. With "Dragon Ball Super" entering its next major story arc, and 2016 having already dropped so many surprise bombs on us, what could 2017 possibly have in store for fans? Tune in for our reflection, predictions, and a few hot takes from the listeners!

Jan 7, 2017

Episode #0419! Mike and Chris discuss some of the core themes in the Dragon Ball series. From pushing oneself to the limit, to falling victim to your own hubris, to gathering the energy and support of your friends, Dragon Ball has it all. How do these themes repeat themselves throughout the franchise?

Jan 1, 2017

Episode #0418! Mike, Chris, Scott, and Meri review the "Future Trunks arc" of the "Dragon Ball Super" TV series. As the series transitions from multiple movie retellings to a fun tournament diversion and now to a dark, serious setting, does it find an identity of its own? What value is there in torturing Trunks again, and do the end results give us an emotional payoff? What does the escalating scale of godly destruction bring to the table? Tune in for a discussion filled with our thoughts and your opinions as we look ahead to the "Universe Survival arc" this year!

Dec 18, 2016

Bonus episode! Tune in as Mike provides a complete history of the "Dragon Ball Z" episode 120 insert song "Battle Point Unlimited" by Kenji Yamamoto (a.k.a. "Monolith"). What made it sound so distinct from the rest of the score, and how is the obvious case of plagiarism here admittedly so different and even innovative from what came later?

Dec 11, 2016

Episode #0417! Mike and Heath catch up on November/December news, including competing "Dragon Ball Super" English dubs, various updates and changes to "Dragon Ball Fusions" on the Nintendo 3DS, a new official spin-off manga from a well-known fan artist, and much more!

Dec 4, 2016

Episode #0416! Mike and Jake review "Dragon Ball Super" episode 69 along with all of its "Dr. Slump" (and various other parody!) references and call-backs. From the real Dr. Mashirito to Vegeta as the external voice of reason, tune in for a master class in Toriyama humor!

Nov 20, 2016

Episode #0415! Mike, Jake, and Kirran wrap up the Japanese release of "Dragon Ball Fusions" on the Nintendo 3DS. Does the game offer enough to keep you interested for an extended period of time? How does it shape up against other offerings, both on the handheld and console front? What kinds of expectations should be put in check? Tune in for all this and more!

Oct 23, 2016

Episode #0414! Mike and Jake discuss the quality of the subtitle translations available in Toei's "Dragon Ball Super" simulcast streams. With a mix of dub terminology, faithful adaptations, and even some direct romanizations, will the proper nouns be accessible to anyone at all? Terminology aside, how about (perhaps most importantly) the rest of the translation? Tune in for a great batch of examples and explanations, along with a news recap and look ahead to future website content!

Oct 9, 2016

Episode #0413! Mike and Kirran discuss the "Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2" closed beta. What changes have been made to the gameplay and overall structure from the first game? How does the story appear to be shaping up, and what concerns do we have as we look ahead to the final retail release later this month? A news recap and look ahead to some upcoming website content round out the show!

Sep 13, 2016

VegettoEX joins Kirbopher to discuss the 1996-1997 "Dragon Ball GT" TV series. How did it come to be, what risks did it take, how did its story play out, and what legacy does it leave behind?

Sep 11, 2016

Episode #0412! Mike and Meri reflect on twenty years of Dragon Ball Z in America. In September 1996, FUNimation's English dub of Dragon Ball Z began airing in syndication, and it has only grown in popularity since then. How does that dubbed production stand the test of time? What can we learn from history? And what exactly was this Ocean dub, anyway? All this and a dive into our new "Press Archive" coming in your ears!

Sep 4, 2016

Episode #0411! Mike and Ajay rejoice over Naotoshi Shida's work in "Dragon Ball Super" episode 57 before Mike goes it solo to discuss strength debates. The battle power lists, the multipliers, the scaling... these are all aspects that fans seem to like, but are they actually enjoying themselves? Is a dedicated obsession with this one facet of the series actually harmful and destructive to not just your own fandom, but to the greater community's fandom? We may not have the answer, but we at least have a plea for you.

Aug 14, 2016

Episode #0410! Mike and Julian provide a brief history of Dragon Ball manga re-releases in Japan before turning their attention to the on-going "Soshuhen" (or "Digest Edition"). What makes this larger-sized, condensed release any different from the previous versions, and what type of fan do they suit best? Tune in for all this and a quick recap of the week's Dragon Ball news!

Aug 7, 2016

Episode #0409! Mike and Jake provide early impressions on "Dragon Ball Fusions" for the Japanese Nintendo 3DS. Particularly in light of "Dragon Ball Heroes" and its own on-going success, what does "Fusions" bring to the table? Should fans think about importing the game with seemingly no international distribution on the horizon?

Jul 24, 2016

Episode #0408! Mike, Heath, and Ajay discuss fake materials constructed to add fuel to the fire of the "Dragon Ball Super" troubled production narrative. How did these drawings fit so well into what we already knew, and what should have been some of the warning signs along the way? A quick recap of news from across the globe and a few website project teases wrap up the episode!

Jun 19, 2016

Episode #0407! Mike and Meri discuss the "change" of Trunks' hair color from lavender to blue for the "Dragon Ball Super" TV series. What has Akira Toriyama said about these kinds of changes in the past, and what circumstances might have led to this situation? Is this lack of consistency even a worthwhile conversation to have, or is it yet another overblown production nugget?

Jun 12, 2016

Episode #0406! Mike, Chris, and Scott review the Universe 6 and 7 God of Destruction Invitational Tournament (or just the "Champa arc" for short!) from the "Dragon Ball Super" TV series. How well were the new characters integrated into the larger story, and what does this all mean for the future of the series? What were some of the best character moments, and where was the ball dropped along the way?

Jun 5, 2016

Episode #0405! Mike and Meri hash out one last batch of Trunks anticipation based on the "Dragon Ball Super" episode 46 stinger and next-episode-preview. We also share the top five cover versions of the original "Dragon Ball" TV series ending theme, "I'll Give You Romance". A wide selection of old and new covers alike make the list, so listen in for some great tune recommendations!

May 15, 2016

Episode #0404! Mike discusses Dragon Ball and general anime marketing with Lance Heiskell, former marketing director and director of corporate strategy with FUNimation. How did the fan culture of the time affect "Dragon Ball GT" marketing? What were the decisions behind Dragon Ball Z re-releases up through the latest Blu-ray sets, and how did the "Rock the Dragon" set fit into the picture? Also, why is it that "Dragon Ball Super" does not have a simulcast?!

May 8, 2016

Episode #0403! Mike and Meri discuss the impending return of Future Trunks in the "Dragon Ball Super" TV series next month. Is bringing back an older character the right direction for the franchise? Jason Thompson joins us from Anime Fan Fest 2016 to discuss the editorial days at Viz, the ups-and-downs of censorship in the "Dragon Ball" manga's English translation, and much more.

Apr 24, 2016

Episode #0402! Mike and Jake discuss "Super Saiyan God Super Saiyan" versus "Super Saiyan Blue" and what the correct name for the form might be. Where and how was it first used, and how is that different from the latest usage in the source material? A bit of general website content overview followed by questions-and-answers round out the show!

Apr 17, 2016

Episode #0401! Mike and Julian discuss the recent article and interview translations added to Kanzenshuu. What kind of media attention was Akira Toriyama subjected to after his early success, and what did the anime staff have on their minds as the DBZ-portion of the series began to hit its stride?

Mar 27, 2016

Episode #0400! VegettoEX invites a few friends of the show to look back at our past. Kirbopher pops in to reminisce about the podcast, its strengths and weaknesses, and what the future holds for us. Greg Werner then joins us for an interview about discovering the Dragon Ball series in America in the mid-1990s, developing one of the early fansites, navigating the increasingly-hostile and confusing fandom, writing for Beckett's magazine, and making the transition to professional One Piece fandom. Here's to another 400 episodes!

Mar 20, 2016

Episode #0399! VegettoEX and Herms break down "Majin" and the various ways it has been translated into English for the Dragon Ball franchise over the last several decades. Though we have gotten monster to genie to djinn and everywhere in between, most fans seem to stick with the untranslated phrase. Why is that, and if we were to operate in a bubble with a new translation, where might we take it?

Mar 13, 2016

Episode #0398! VegettoEX and Randy look back at "Idainaru Dragon Ball Densetsu", perhaps best known as "The Legend" or even simply just "Legends" on the PlayStation and Saturn. Twenty years later, the game appears to have still left a massive impression on fans and gamers. Does the never-ending hype behind this game hold up two decades later? Tune in for amazing revelations from the game's development and a special guest appearance!

Feb 28, 2016

Episode #0397! VegettoEX and Hujio discuss the mess of production issues "Dragon Ball Super" appears to face on a week-to-week basis. With a new series composer and new series director, are things back on track? Is it impossible to save the series, or does it not even need saving in the first place? Join us for a review of the major news stories, chatter on social media from animators involved in the series itself, and your own thoughts on how production could be corrected.

Feb 21, 2016

Episode #0396! VegettoEX and Hujio discuss the new background lore recently introduced in "Dragon Ball Super" before turning their attention to criticism of the show. After coming off two movie re-tellings, and only having just gotten five episodes into a new story arc, how fair is it at this point to even be critical of the new arc at all? Which aspects warrant further discussion, and at what point do you have to give everyone the benefit of the doubt?

Feb 7, 2016

Episode #0395! VegettoEX and Hujio check in on last year's predictions and make new ones for 2016. What does the Dragon World potentially have in store for us, and how will it all go down? Your own predictions bring us into some pretty wacky territory, as well!

Jan 31, 2016

Episode #0394! VegettoEX discusses the process of adapting a name from "Dragon Ball" in Japanese to our alphabet and have it still make sense, sound the same, and do something to acknowledge or bring out its pun source. Some names are easy, some are even deceptively simple, but others stump us a bit to this day. Tune in for a bit of a behind-the-scenes lesson and learn a bit about some of the most difficult name spellings to adapt!

Jan 24, 2016

Episode #0393! VegettoEX, Kirbopher, and MasakoX give a high-level review of the "Resurrection 'F'" retread in the "Dragon Ball Super" TV series. What were some of the main differences we expected, and how did it play out in the end? The 30th anniversary "Super History Book" is taking up all our time right now, so order yourselves a copy and check out some of our translations!

Dec 6, 2015

Episode #0392! VegettoEX and Kirbopher trek through a sea of Dragon Ball music composers in an attempt to answer the big question: what defines Dragon Ball music? Is it the instrumentation or the raw compositions? What aspects can be found in each different musical score? Join us for an in-depth look!

Nov 22, 2015

Episode #0391! VegettoEX and Julian reflect on ten years of the podcast. What were the big stories from ten years ago, what products had not even been released yet at that time, and what was going on in fandom? We also discuss what the podcast has meant to the website and to our own lives! Join us for a bit of self-indulgent reminiscence.

Nov 15, 2015

Episode #0390! VegettoEX and Hujio hold nothing back as they criticize fandom's response to a "Dragon Ball Super" English dub announcement for Asia. We also track the entire story behind a major news item mistranslation: there was no new movie announced for a trilogy of films during a convention in Spain, and the evidence is right there on the table for anyone to analyze.

Nov 7, 2015

VegettoEX joins Kirbopher to discuss the first arc of the "Dragon Ball Super" TV series. How does the story-telling, animation, musical score, etc. hold up to prior Dragon Ball productions, and what does the future hold for the series?

Oct 11, 2015

Episode #0389! VegettoEX and Hujio discuss the "Dragon Ball Super" manga by Toyotaro published in V-Jump each month. How does the series differ from the TV version in terms of pacing and content? What's the deal with Champa, and why has he still not been included in the TV series despite being fully integrated into the manga? Video game news and "Dragon Ball Super" updates round out our show!

Sep 20, 2015

Episode #0388! VegettoEX and Herms detail the Chinese name origins for many Dragon Ball characters, along with how to best represent their names with our English language alphabet. Who is this "Jiaozi" character and why would it be somewhat ridiculous to write the dragon's name as "Shenron"…? Tune in for a crash course in language adaptations!

Aug 9, 2015

Episode #0387! VegettoEX, Meri, and Hujio discuss FUNimation's English dub release of the 2015 theatrical film, "Dragon Ball Z: Resurrection 'F'". Coming from their work on "Dragon Ball Z Kai" and "Battle of Gods", does the new movie's dub hold itself to the same level? A brief appearance from Chris Sabat also provides some insight on the voice casting and script!

Aug 2, 2015

Episode #0386! VegettoEX and Herms discuss the "Strength Checker", a forum thread dedicated to cataloging each and every manga statement relating to the strength or power of any given character. What purpose does such a reference serve, and what can we learn about our fandom from this?

Jul 19, 2015

Episode #0385! VegettoEX interviews Joey Weiser, professional illustrator and longtime fan responsible for the "Daily Dragon Ball" project. By forcing a daily project upon yourself, what can you learn about Akira Toriyama's art style and work ethic? Tune in for the interview, Bandai's latest video game news (including an innovative NFC card battle game), and more!

Jul 12, 2015

Episode #0384! VegettoEX, Hujio, and Herms discuss the first two episodes of the new "Dragon Ball Super" TV series! Original manga author Akira Toriyama lends his guiding hand to a new story, but are we also heading into a retread of other, more recent new material? Our thoughts, our analysis, your questions... it's a super exciting time to jump into a new era!

Jun 28, 2015

Episode #0383! VegettoEX and Hujio discuss "Dragon Ball Super" as we sit less than a week out from its debut. Where in the timeline will it take place, and how will this new story affect the other recent productions? Will "Battle of Gods" still "happen" in the overall story? Tons of news and thoughts from you wrap up the show!

Jun 21, 2015

Episode #0382! VegettoEX and Herms discuss the reveal of "Champa" for "Dragon Ball Super" before diving in to early impressions of "Dragon Ball Z: Extreme Butoden" for the Japanese Nintendo 3DS. While the new game invokes the old Super Famicom series, does it live up to the pedigree set by both the old games as well as 2011's "Ultimate Butoden" on the original Nintendo DS? Did Arc System Works deliver a technical masterpiece, or just phone it in on the portable space?

Jun 14, 2015

Episode #0381! VegettoEX and Hujio discuss "Dragon Ball Super" as we quickly approach its debut in July. After taking a look at the short preview trailer and official website updates, what is on the horizon for fans of the Dragon World, and is Toei truly taking advantage of the property they have?

May 3, 2015

Episode #0380! VegettoEX, Hujio and Meri discuss the recently-announced, new TV series: "Dragon Ball Super". What do we know about it so far, and what should we expect? How will it fit in with the existing franchise stories?

Apr 12, 2015

Episode #0379! VegettoEX and Kirbopher discuss FUNimation's preview screening for "Resurrection 'F'" in Los Angeles, featuring special guests Masako Nozawa and Tadayoshi Yamamuro! Tune in for our take on how the event was handled along with a spoiler-free review of the movie!

Apr 5, 2015

Episode #0378! VegettoEX and Julian review "Dragon Ball Z: Revival of 'F'" from its first preview screening in Japan! Spoilers are in full effect, so once the video game news wraps up, everything is up for discussion. Listen in for Julian's take on the writing, the animation and the tone of the upcoming film!

Mar 29, 2015

Episode #0377! VegettoEX and Meri discuss a little bit of site content and "XENOVERSE" catch-up before setting up a slew of mini-topics. Julian joins for a spirited debate about power levels (and whether or not Super Saiyan God is stronger than Super Saiyan 4) before heading into a retro-review about "Captain Ginyu: Assault" on VHS. VegettoEX wraps things up with a salute to Irwin for a special line of Dragon Ball figures from 15 years ago.

Mar 22, 2015

VegettoEX joins Kirbopher to kick off a special series of Kirblog episodes leading up to the premiere of the upcoming film, "Revival of F". What defined the early days of Dragon Ball fandom online and in North America? Was it destined to be endless comparisons between the dub and the original?

Mar 15, 2015

Episode #0376! VegettoEX and LordMoonstone review "Dragon Ball XENOVERSE". With a new story taking elements from the MMORPG "Dragon Ball Online" and transporting them into a fighting game, what kind of weird monster of a game do we have here? What kind of longevity will it have, and what should we expect in the future? Tune in for some excitement over FUNimation's "Resurrection 'F'" license along with more "XENOVERSE" and "Dragon Ball Kai" news!

Mar 1, 2015

Episode #0375! VegettoEX and Hujio discuss the current state of "Dragon Ball Kai" in Japan and abroad before catching up on some related news. For those of you keeping up with all the spoilers for the upcoming film, "Dragon Ball Z: Revival of 'F'", this is the episode for you! Tune in for a recap on all the new information we have, our analysis and breakdown, and then your own thoughts!

Feb 8, 2015

Episode #0374! VegettoEX and Meri provide some early, first impressions on "Dragon Ball XENOVERSE" based on its Japanese release. Dimps is back at the development helm, and a custom character creation mode gives players a chance to intervene on history's behalf to save the Dragon Ball timeline. Is the game everything we had been hoping for, and how do its online modes affect the general gameplay experience?

Jan 25, 2015

Episode #0373! VegettoEX and Hujio discuss the role of filler in a series like Dragon Ball and the various milestones at which the TV adaptation began to catch up with the manga serialization. Just how close did it get? Toss in some great "Dragon Ball XENOVERSE" and "Revival of F" news, and that's a show!

Jan 18, 2015

Episode #0372! VegettoEX and Julian recap the biggest Dragon Ball news stories of 2014! The upcoming "Revival of F" movie is clearly the biggest thing going on, but what else snuck into the top stories of the year? We check in on our predictions from last year, make new ones, and also rattle off a few of your own predictions for 2015!

Nov 23, 2014

Episode #0371! VegettoEX and Hujio return to celebrate nine years of the podcast and thirty years of "Dragon Ball"...! We have a new movie on the horizon bringing us the return of Freeza, so tune in for the latest and most comprehensive news. Stick around for a recap of our "DB30YEARS" anniversary magazine, and then head on over to our website to download it for absolutely free!

Sep 21, 2014

Episode #0370! VegettoEX dives into all the latest news on the upcoming "Dragon Ball XENOVERSE" video game (Towa and Mira from "Dragon Ball Online", PC announcement, etc.) before reviewing the game's recent Japanese network test. How much is the game an MMO in comparison to being a fighting game and how does it feel so far? Your thoughts and a special musical treat from Vitek round out the episode!

Sep 14, 2014

Episode #0369! VegettoEX and Julian dive into the archives to determine once and for all if Akira Toriyama had any involvement in Mecha Freeza's upgraded design for "Super Dragon Ball Z". A recap of a trip to the "Dragon Ball Meets Science" exhibit at Nagoya City Science Museum, coverage of upcoming video game updates, and more wraps up our show for the week!

Aug 24, 2014

Episode #0368! VegettoEX and Julian discuss the extended version of "Dragon Ball Z: Battle of Gods" from its original Fuji TV airing earlier in 2014. With a home release of this version planned for both North America and the UK, we dive into the extra footage to discuss its benefits to the film's narrative flow. "Dragon Ball XENOVERSE" news also abounds with previews of its character creation mode and upcoming network test.

Aug 10, 2014

Episode #0367! VegettoEX, Hujio, and Herms review the North American theatrical English dub debut for the film "Dragon Ball Z: Battle of Gods". Has FUNimation's experience and new initiatives with "Kai" set the stage for this film? What leftovers from the early days made their way into the final product? Listen in for the full scoop!

Jul 20, 2014

Episode #0366! VegettoEX and Herms discuss several ideas that originated in "Dr. Slump" that Akira Toriyama either revisited or flat-out recycled later in "Dragon Ball". A mad scientist with a spy robot collecting data on a hero so that he can create killer androids? A tournament to decide the strongest person on Earth? A final villain who happens to be a "majin"? Which series is this?! Buy Discotek's "Dr. Slump" Movies 1-5 set for more fun!

Jul 13, 2014

Episode #0365! VegettoEX and Hujio discuss various bits of information detailing the fates of characters in the Dragon Ball franchise. Who is still out there drifting through space? What kinds of jobs do some of the old friends take up during times of peace? All this plus a last-minute announcement of a new movie coming in 2015 comes together to form your show for the week!

Jul 4, 2014

Episode #0364! "Battle of Gods" has officially hit North American shores with an exclusive debut in California one month ahead of its nationwide release. FUNimation voice actors and directors Sean Schemmel, Christopher Sabat, and Justin Cook join us for an exclusive interview about the movie, its themes, casting choices, and more. Josh joins us to talk about the "red carpet" event and debut of the film before we wrap things up by setting the stage for next month's larger theatrical release.

Jun 15, 2014

Episode #0363! VegettoEX and Hujio break down the current state of "Dragon Ball Kai" both in Japan and internationally. What was the "refreshed" version of "Dragon Ball Z" supposed to be, what did it become, and how did we get to this point? Why are there two versions of the Majin Buu arc being produced? Our thoughts, your thoughts, and a whole slew of information break the whole situation down!

May 4, 2014

Episode #0362! VegettoEX and Herms break down all of the recent in-universe bombshells from Akira Toriyama. From Buu to Kaioshin to the Artificial Humans, we have new information on pretty much everyone. Is this what we want Toriyama doing with his world all these years later? Your thoughts on the subject and our thanks to Koji Yada wrap up the episode.

Apr 27, 2014

Episode #0361! VegettoEX and Gaffer Tape dissect the character of Bardock. Who did we think this character was, what has changed about him over the years, and can he even be considered one character anymore? The week's news and "Who's That Character?" wrap up the show!

Apr 20, 2014

Episode #0360! VegettoEX and LordMoonstone review "J-Stars Victory Vs" for the PlayStation 3 and Vita. Though we just came off a DBZ-proper video game, is this the game everyone should have waited for instead? Is there enough for DBZ-only fans? Your enthusiasm for early 2014 in the Dragon World is at its peak, so let's look forward to what else we have on the horizon!

Mar 16, 2014

Episode #0359! VegettoEX and Meri discuss Dragon Ball Z Movie 8 for no particular reason. What makes the first Broli movie different from the others in terms of both story and character development? How do scriptwriter Takao Koyama's own personal religious beliefs perhaps come into play during the movie's conclusion? News from across the world (specifically Jaco home release plans) and a look forward to Spring 2014 wrap up the episode!

Mar 9, 2014

Episode #0358! VegettoEX and Kirbopher chat up "Dragon Ball Kai" like it is 2009 all over again. Bin Shimada will be taking over as Babidi while Shino Kakinuma will take over as Videl. On the music side of things, Norihito Sumitomo (from the "Battle of Gods" soundtrack) joins the group as the new composer. What else is on the horizon for the Majin Buu arc of "Dragon Ball Kai" and what else should we prepare for internationally?

Mar 2, 2014

Episode #0357! VegettoEX and LordMoonstone discuss the final retail version of "Dragon Ball Z: Battle of Z" for the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, and Vita. With expectations for the team-battle game now fully in check, does it live up to its potential, and do you need a full group of real-life friends to get anything out of the game? "Dragon Ball Kai" and "Jaco the Galactic Patrolman" news wrap up the episode!

Feb 23, 2014

Episode #0356! VegettoEX and Hujio discuss the impending return of "Dragon Ball Kai" and what this means for the franchise's financial figures in the coming year. The theoretical alternate Ocean English dub of "Kai" gets some attention, as does the wealth of books coming our way this April on both sides of the sea. "Who's That Character?" and website content teases wrap up the show!

Feb 2, 2014

Episode #0355! VegettoEX and Hujio discuss Akira Toriyama's recent "Super" Q-and-A with Naho Ooishi from the March 2014 issue of "Saikyo Jump" in Japan. Goku's mother has a name, a personality, and she is coming to bonus pages within "Jaco the Galactic Patrolman" this coming April. What does this all mean for the franchise going forward, and what does Toriyama specifically want to do with Vegeta...?!

Jan 19, 2014

Episode #0354! VegettoEX and Herms discuss all of the rules for the Dragon Balls. Earth and Namek have their own sets, and even "Dragon Ball GT" introduced a third set. Can Shenlong truly grant any wish? Is there a power balance threshold that no dragon can cross? So is it two or three wishes at the end of the series? All these questions and more are answered!

Jan 12, 2014

Episode #0353! VegettoEX and Julian discuss their own top three Dragon Ball stories from 2013. What were the biggest things to smack us upside the head over the last twelve months? How did we do with our predictions from last year, and what do we see on the horizon for 2014?

Jan 5, 2014

Episode #0352! VegettoEX and Hujio dive back to dissect every "Vol. 1" release of the Dragon Ball Z TV series from FUNimation. Things kicked off with the "Arrival" VHS release in 1997, and continue onward today with the company's latest Blu-ray remaster. Over these seventeen years, how have the different releases stacked up to each other, how have they been marketed differently from each other, and where on Earth do we go from here?

Dec 22, 2013

Episode #0351! VegettoEX and LordMoonstone discuss the playable demo for the new video game "Dragon Ball Z: Battle of Z". The game is being promoted and universally described as a "fighting game", but is this entirely accurate? What are we all missing here? A tiny bit of year-end news and "Who's That Character?" wrap up the episode!

Dec 15, 2013

Episode #0350! VegettoEX and Hujio dive into The State of The Kanzenshuu 2013 Edition. What is on tap for the site in the coming months? Will this legendary wiki ever make its grand appearance? What old magazines and books are we still pulling material out of? What guides can we expect to see receive major expansions? Is the "GT Review of Awesomeness" even still a thing? Is the staff just having children to lay the groundwork for future website contributors?

Dec 1, 2013

Episode #0349! VegettoEX and Herms dive back into "Battle of Gods" to review all of the new information it has added to the Dragon World. The Saiyans have a new legend erased from history, the god hierarchy continues to expand, and new universes are out there potentially filled with strong new opponents!

Nov 24, 2013

Episode #0348! VegettoEX, Meri, and Herms dive back into the 2008 Jump Super Anime Tour Special. Now that five years have passed since its original release, how does it hold up? Does the release and production style of "Battle of Gods" color our enjoyment of the 2008 special in any way? We let you know what we think, and you all do the same!

Oct 27, 2013

Episode #0347! VegettoEX and Julian look back on "Dragon Ball Heroes" and its accomplishments over the last nearly-three-years. What has the game done to further the popularity and longevity of the franchise? Where does it need to head with this "new chapter" in order for it to accomplish something new? Would a new "Dragon Ball Heroes" animated series be the answer, and how could that work with a global fandom? This week's DBZ news and second "Who's That Character?!" segment round out the episode.

Oct 20, 2013

Episode #0346! VegettoEX and Julian catch up on two weeks worth of news, including a ton from the December 2013 issue of V-Jump. "Dragon Ball Heroes" is entering a new chapter with all sorts of tie-ins and other video games are on the horizon! Your questions wrap things up.

Oct 6, 2013

Episode #0345! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian dive into "Jaco the Galactic Patrolman". With the 11-chapter series now complete and confirmed as a "Dragon Ball" tie-in, what did we think about it? Does it live up to the success showcased by its predecessor? Is it a good, self-contained story in and of itself, or does it rely on "Dragon Ball" to get any kind of reaction out of the reader? This week's news and stories from Julian's trip to a "Battle of Gods" viewing party wraps up the episode!

Sep 29, 2013

Episode #0344! VegettoEX, Hujio, and Meri review "Dragon Ball Z: Battle of Gods" now that its Japanese home release has finally hit. What were our individual expectations heading into the film, do the new characters justify their existence as new extensions to the Dragon World, and most importantly, is it simply a good movie or not? Catching up on a bit of news wraps up the episode!

Sep 15, 2013

The Kanzenshuu crew brings on an incredible group of special guests to dive into the Dragon Ball franchise's rich history of video game music. What were some of the songs that defined our fandom from the previous and current generation of games? Our focus is 2002-2013, so join us for a history lesson and some rockin' tunes!

Sep 1, 2013

Episode #0343! VegettoEX and Julian tackle the week's news as well as a bunch of your questions. Some quick Japanese lessons, Goku's teleportation, and a good batch of other topics take us through an episode.

Aug 25, 2013

Episode #0342! VegettoEX and Julian dive into the world of Dragon Ball's color comics. North America and Japan (as well as several other countries!) have been getting various print and digital releases of the color manga, but how do they all hold up? What else seems to be on the way? A week's worth of standard video game news and a fun tease of future website content wraps up the episode!

Aug 18, 2013

Episode #0341! VegettoEX and Julian dive into the days of alt.fan.dragonball, the essential newsgroup for discussing our favorite series back-in-the-day. What type of community evolved there once the series came to North America, and how did it shape what ultimately became Daizenshuu EX and then Kanzenshuu? Fun bits of "Dragon Ball Heroes" and other merchandise news wraps it up!

Aug 4, 2013

Episode #0340! VegettoEX and Hujio dive into a couple weeks worth of news. Shueisha has essentially confirmed that "Jaco the Galactic Patrolman" has ties to "Dragon Ball", so what does this mean for the series and our expectations? What are the best theories out there? Video game news from around the world wraps it up!

Jul 14, 2013

Episode #0339! VegettoEX and Julian dive into Akira Toriyama's new comic, "Jaco the Galactic Patrolman". Various hits have been dropped that it might have some connection with "Dragon Ball", so we examine all of the currently-available evidence. News from across the world wraps it all up into one neat package!

Jul 7, 2013

Episode #0338! VegettoEX and Julian catch up on two weeks worth of news including "Battle of Z" and "J-Stars Victory Vs" gaming updates, a new streaming option in North America, new remasters coming to Spain, and "Battle of Gods" home release inclusions. A focus on Takao Koyama's recent "Battle of Gods" statements and Viz's recent 3-in-1 manga release wrap up the show.

Jun 23, 2013

Episode #0337! VegettoEX and Julian dive into a huge week's worth of news including "Dragon Ball Heroes" updates, "Battle of Gods" international news, and more. Joe stops by to talk about the newly-announced "Battle of Z" video game before the group dives back into discussing the wealth of content posted to the website throughout the month of June.

Jun 16, 2013

Episode #0336! To celebrate Father's Day, we tear apart all the bad dads in the series. Goku usually takes the brunt of the criticism, but is this fair? Who else ignores their children, and who does the best job in being a part of their children's lives? Goodbyes to the great voice actor Kenji Utsumi and news recaps wrap up the show.

Jun 2, 2013

Episode #0335! VegettoEX and Meri report on all the events from Animazement 2013 in Raleigh, North Carolina. With such a huge group of incredible guests (specifically Nozawa, Furukawa, Nakao, and Minaguchi), was there even a chance it was going to be anything short of spectacular? Listen in for stories from all the panels and experiences. News on the "Battle of Gods" Japanese home release among other fun stories wraps up the episode!

May 26, 2013

The Kanzenshuu crew brings on an incredible group of special guests to dive into the Dragon Ball franchise's rich history of video game music. What were some of the songs that defined our early fandom, and why do they still mean so much to us? Our focus is up through the 32-bit era, so join us for a history lesson and some rockin' tunes!

May 19, 2013

Episode #0334! VegettoEX and Hujio dive into the timeline and history of the Dragon World in an attempt to figure out why just about everything in the series happens during the month of May. Does Toriyama hate winter, or does the Tenka'ichi Budōkai taking place in May just set the stage for the entire series? "Ultimate Mission" 3DS sales and your questions round out the episode!

May 12, 2013

Episode #0333! VegettoEX and Julian dive in to the new "Chōgashū" ("Super Art Collection") released this week in Japan. Does this expanded edition of the first Daizenshuu contain enough both reprinted and new material alike to make any artwork-appreciating fan go nuts? Video game and movie ticket sales wrap-up the news, and that's a show!

Apr 28, 2013

Episode #0332! VegettoEX and Julian dive back in to the "Hoko x Tate" experience. How did the actual program go? Did the expert fans overtake the expert production staff, and what kinds of questions were tossed back and forth? Tune in and follow along with the quiz for yourself! The ultimate Dragon Ball quiz is ready for you!

Apr 21, 2013

Episode #0331! VegettoEX and Kirbopher take a breather and answer a slew of listener questions. There is always (still!) something fun to discuss about "Battle of Gods" but the rest of the questions head off into tons of different directions, as well, most important of which is determining Kame-Sen'nin's beer of choice.

Apr 14, 2013

Episode #0330! VegettoEX and Julian give fandom a lesson in critical thinking with regard to new Dragon Ball announcements. There is always a random new rumor floating around, but we took the opportunity to break this one down - that Akira Toriyama supposedly appeared at a press conference to announce a new 200-episode series - to its humble beginnings and how a game of telephone can contort and twist misinformation into even worse misinformation.

Apr 7, 2013

Episode #0329! VegettoEX, Hujio, and Julian dive into a wealth of reference materials for the new film "Dragon Ball Z: Battle of Gods" and attempt to discover where the film's story truly came from. While the final result was fantastic, imagine an alternate version with a lizard-esque villain, Super Saiyan God with a cape, a wedding instead of a birthday party, and a far darker story than has ever been told before!

Mar 30, 2013

Episode #0328! Julian makes the entire English-speaking world jealous with his tales of checking out the new film "Battle of Gods" on its opening day in Japan. Does the movie hold up its end of the bargain with a proper mix of nostalgia all wrapped up in comedy and action? A recap of news leading up to the movie, information that helps set the stage, and more brings it all home with VegettoEX and Hujio!

Mar 17, 2013

Episode #0327! VegettoEX, Hujio, and Julian dive head-first into "Battle of Gods" and do the math in ways that perhaps even the movie's producers could not do: in which Age would this movie take place along the main timeline? Those wishing to avoid spoilers for a little while longer can still tune in for our early impressions on "Dragon Ball Heroes: Ultimate Mission" for the Japanese Nintendo 3DS with Herms!

Mar 10, 2013

Episode #0326! VegettoEX and Julian dive in to the last two weeks worth of "Battle of Gods" news. We are learning more and more about the plot, Toriyama's involvement and lightening-up of the movie, related merchandise, and so much more. The movie is almost upon us!

Feb 24, 2013

Episode #0325! VegettoEX and Hujio check in on "Battle of Gods" now that we are one month out from its debut in Japan. What have we learned about "Birusu" from the latest tidbits in magazines and video games? Where do we think the deeper plot elements are heading? What are our updated expectations for the movie? What questions do you all have that we can clarify based on what (little!) we know? Our collective excitement is maximum!

Feb 17, 2013

Episode #0324! VegettoEX, Hujio, and Julian discuss all the latest news for the franchise before diving in to Julian's "Hoko x Tate" audition adventures. What was it like to gather with the greatest fans in Japan, how did the audition process go, and what can we expect in the future?

Feb 3, 2013

Episode #0323! VegettoEX and Meri preview some of the content coming to the website this week as well as cover all the biggest news stories. "Battle of Gods" is getting some incredible promotion in Japan, new books are on the horizon, and so much more. Get ready, because Dragon Ball is not slowing down this year!

Jan 27, 2013

Episode #0322! VegettoEX and Hujio catch up on a little news before diving into some fun content recently brought to the website. A wealth of trends and stories from the voice actor interviews in the 2004 Dragon Ball TV guide book "Tenka'ichi Densetsu" are discussed, as well as "Super Saiyan Grade V", the name temporarily given to Gohan back in 1993 for what we now know as "Super Saiyan 2".

Jan 20, 2013

Episode #0321! VegettoEX and Hujio catch up on January's Dragon Ball news. This month has brought us everything from domestic manga news to minor video game reveals to the expected deluge of "Battle of Gods" news and promotional materials. The first quarter of 2013 is shaping up to be a biggie, and Kanzenshuu is the only source you need to stay up to date!

Jan 6, 2013

Episode #0320! VegettoEX, Hujio, Julian, and Meri all reflect on 2012's biggest Dragon Ball news stories. The second half of the year was obviously a big one, but some of the earlier news stories were just as fun. What were some of the biggest trends and surprises? How did our predictions line up with reality, and what do we all collectively as fandom see in our future for 2013?

Dec 23, 2012

Episode #0319! VegettoEX and Meri plow through a week's worth of news that feels as if it could be an entire month's worth of news: "Battle of Gods" is in full swing, and we have new colored manga and guide book announcements hitting all at once! Herms and Kaboom join in to take the "Battle of Gods" hype to its peak with the most in-depth discussion on Gohan's hair you will ever hear. What happened to his "ultimate" power-up, and why is his hair golden again?!

Dec 16, 2012

Episode #0318! VegettoEX and Hujio dive into DBZ movie history in an attempt to find complex and interesting villains. Did the relatively short running time of the movies even provide an opportunity for character development to this degree? We found a few great examples, and so did you all! Tons of "Battle of Gods" and video game news, your questions, and more wraps up the episode.

Dec 9, 2012

Episode #0317! VegettoEX and Hujio dive in to amazing news regarding the upcoming 2013 movie, "Battle of Gods". We have an initial plot description and even a promotional trailer to dig into and tear apart, and combined with all of your questions about the movie, that fleshes out an entire show!

Dec 2, 2012

Episode #0316! VegettoEX, Meri, and Jeff dive into our third "DragonBall GT Review of Awesomeness" with episodes 11-15. As we wrap up the Lood arc and are introduced to Dr. Mu, does the story feel as if it is actually going anywhere, and does the team finally feel like a complete whole? A catch-up on tons of "Battle of Gods" news with Julian in Japan wraps up the episode!

Nov 25, 2012

Episode #0315! VegettoEX and Julian dive in to the seventeen "Dragon Ball Children". From Oda to Kishimoto to Kubo to Hirano, many of today's authors cite Akira Toriyama and Dragon Ball as some of their chief influences. What kinds of stories and experiences do they all share? These along with Julian's adventures to secure tickets to "Battle of Gods" wrap up the show!

Nov 18, 2012

Episode #0314! VegettoEX and Kirbopher dive in to the last week's backlog of news including confirmations for "Battle of Gods", the upcoming Nintendo 3DS port of "Dragon Ball Heroes", and much more. A quick wrap-up on "Dragon Ball Z for Kinect" and "Dragon Ball Z: Budokai HD Collection" rounds out the episode!

Nov 11, 2012

Episode #0313! VegettoEX, Hujio, and Julian dive in to the crazy world of guide book interviews. Between the daizenshuu and all of the more recent publications, Akira Toriyama has spilled the beans on plenty of story bits and behind-the-scenes shenanigans. What are some of the best stories and quotes from these interviews? News about Kai's return and possible 2013 movie tidbits hit us hard and fast, and your thoughts on everything rounds out the episode!

Nov 4, 2012

Episode #0312! VegettoEX and Hujio catch up on a full month's worth of news – everything from French DVDs to Evolution re-release to Naruto's Goku outfit to Shueisha's iOS Jump Book Store to Dragon Ball Heroes and everything in between! What's that?! Kai is continuing, too?! Your feedback on "Super Butoden" and loving our fandom rounds out the episode!

Sep 30, 2012

Episode #0311! VegettoEX and Hujio catch up on a couple weeks worth of news, specifically involving next year's big new movie. Joe joins us for a trip down memory lane with the "Super Butoden" series as we attempt to figure out if it truly was a golden era of DBZ video gaming, if it was all the same type of cash-in we complain about these days, and if "Super Butoden 2" very specifically was the greatest DBZ game of all time. Your (hugely international!) thoughts on the game series wraps up our jam-packed episode!

Sep 16, 2012

Episode #0310! There are a variety of ways to show your love for "Dragon Ball" in public, so what level do you take it to? Are you one for the full-on cosplay walking down the street, or are the subtle logo-parodies more your style? News catch up and your questions about "Dragon Ball Kai" round out the episode!

Aug 26, 2012

Episode #0309! VegettoEX and Hujio discuss the collector's mentality. Why do we collect all this Dragon Ball stuff? How have our habits changed over time, if at all? Does the rest of fandom feel the same way we do, or does everything from geographic region to length of fandom come into play? News updates and more of your questions round out the episode!

Aug 19, 2012

Episode #0308! VegettoEX and Kaboom discuss the ways in which characters are at advantages and disadvantages depending on the method by which they sense each others' power. Additionally, if some characters cannot mask or amplify their power, what are they doing when they otherwise appear to be powering up? A quick news recap gets you on your way to round out the episode!

Aug 12, 2012

Episode #0307! VegettoEX and Hujio catch up on a little bit of movie and merchandise news before diving into audience questions. This time around we debate everything from music, the title of next year's new movie, fansites and magazines from the 1990s, the various trading and collectible card releases, and even a little bit of character strength comparisons! Random tidbits, stories, and site content discussions round out the episode.

Aug 5, 2012

Episode #0306! VegettoEX drags Julian all the way from Japan for a casual, in-person conversation about music in the series. How did the theme and insert songs evolve over a decade? Did the lyrics and compositions evolve along with the series? How did the shift to pop songs for GT affect fan response? A bit of news catch-up and translation talk rounds out the episode!

Jul 22, 2012

Episode #0305! VegettoEX and Hujio cover Tadayoshi Yamamuro. Minoru Maeda and Katsuyoshi Nakatusuru may have carried the franchise's animation a long way, but it has been Yamamuro that not only brought it into its final stretch, but carried its torch onward through the second wave. Where did Yamamuro come from, and how did he make his way through the ranks of other talented artists and animators? Our live audience also helps us answer what everyone's favorite go-to episodes of the series are to chill out and relax without a huge commitment!

Jul 15, 2012

Episode #0304! VegettoEX, Meri, and Hujio discuss the recently-announced 2013 “Dragon Ball Z” animated movie. What do we hope for in this new production, and does it line up with what you all are expecting? Random tidbits of video game news round out the jam-packed episode!

Jul 8, 2012

Episode #0303! VegettoEX and Hujio dive into our 2012 predictions for a mid-year checkup. How have things been shaping up so far, especially considering situations like the FUNimation Blu-ray cancellation? Tons of huge news from the video game and animation world shake things up, and a few of your questions round out the episode!

Jun 24, 2012

Episode #0302! VegettoEX and Julian dive into some crossover history. Osamu Akimoto's "KochiKame" series has mixed it up twice with Dragon Ball in its 30+ years. 1991 saw a short two-page gag that threatened to end the series entirely, while 2006 saw a nine-page collaboration chapter with Akira Toriyama himself. What kind of trouble does Ryo-san get into decade after decade with our favorite franchise? News recaps from around the world, your questions, and more rounds out the episode!

Jun 10, 2012

Episode #0301! VegettoEX and Hujio answer a slew of questions from the audience. Is Vegeta truly a tactical and strategic fighter? What are some of the best "What If?" stories from video games? How could the Majin Buu arc have been handled differently? How could the story have been continued in other ways? All this and much more rounds out the episode!

May 27, 2012

Episode #0300! VegettoEX, Julian, and Meri toss around a couple "What If" ideas: What if Goku never grew his tail back? What if Yamcha paid attention? What if Kuririn killed Vegeta? These (plus plenty more!) "What If" situations and a fun look back at three hundred episodes of spectacular "Dragon Ball" podcasting wrap up the episode.

May 20, 2012

Episode #0299! VegettoEX and Hujio discuss a non-video game of omega proportions before digging into a history and profile of Katsuyoshi Nakatusuru. Perhaps best known for emulating Akira Toriyama’s art style to an uncanny degree, Nakatusuru was also solely responsible for the design of Super Saiyan 4 in "Dragon Ball GT", along with a wealth of other both subtle and significant contributions over the history of the franchise. Who was this man, how did he get started with the franchise, and how did he rise to such heights?

May 13, 2012

Episode #0298! VegettoEX and Meri discuss whether the TV adaptation of "Dragon Ball" needs or benefits from a narrator. What does Jōji Yanami add to the collective package of an episode, and how does it affect the overall structure and perception of said episode? Could the recap be taken away and everything else still work? Two weeks worth of international news, releases, and your home video questions round out the episode!

Apr 29, 2012

Episode #0297! VegettoEX and Hujio catch up on listener questions this week. What is the best movie (and can that question even be answered)? Do the fight scenes dramatically drop in quality over the course of the movies? What is our favorite Toriyama art style? How has the franchise affected our (and other folks') lives for the better? Would a potential Toonami return even matter to us at all? This week's news, a new cover song from TheDelRe, and more wraps up the episode!

Apr 22, 2012

Episode #0296! VegettoEX and Hujio discuss a little bit of international news before taking it over to an interview with Jerome Mazandarani, Manga Entertainment's Head of Marketing and Acquisitions. The "Dragon Ball Z" TV series is finally seeing a home release in the UK, but what took it so long to come out, and where can the series go from here?

Apr 15, 2012

Episode #0295! Hujio and Corey discuss Akira Toriyama's creative process, from how he drew the "Dragon Ball" manga series during its serialization to his current drawing methods. Many fans attribute the changes in Toriyama's artistic style to the differences in his drawing methods, such as the addition of a computer to digitize his manga, but are these methods really all that different from one another? Can the addition of a computer really make that much of a difference?

Apr 8, 2012

Episode #0294! VegettoEX and Meri discuss what it was like to be a fan of the "Dragon Ball" franchise in 1997 when "Final Bout" for the PlayStation hit store shelves. While we technically had one game for the franchise released a decade prior, to most American fans, we were playing a DBZ video game for the first time. How did fans actually view the game? Did anyone from any country ever have a chance to experience a "Dragon Ball" game in the same way ever again?

Apr 1, 2012

The ultimate fusion has arrived! Daizenshuu EX and Kanzentai have become "Kanzenshuu"...! Hear how it all got started, what you can look forward to, and what the evil webmasters have been plotting this entire time.

Mar 25, 2012

Episode #0293! VegettoEX, Meri, and man of many Internet names, Lance (or Gaffer Tape or MistareFusion) deconstruct the character of Vegeta. From his initial introduction through the end of the series, and despite being just another villain in a long line of them, he is always written completely differently than any other character in the series. What makes this guy tick? Did he serve his purpose in its entirety by the end of the Freeza arc, and did Toriyama successfully reinvent him well enough to last the rest of the series?

Mar 11, 2012

Episode #0292! VegettoEX, Julian, and Hujio join the cast of The Unofficial One Piece Podcast for a special Anime Fans Give Back fundraising session. Catch up with the two groups, current watchings and readings, favorite characters, and how last year's disaster (along with Kenji Yamamoto) so heavily affected the franchise in Japan. Meri joins in to also announce the winner of our "Saikyo Jump" (and bonus DVD) contest!

Mar 4, 2012

Episode #0291! VegettoEX, Hujio, and Herms discuss a pretty full week of news before moving into a biography and in-depth discussion of Minoru Maeda. The first name that comes to mind with our favorite franchise is obviously Akira Toriyama, but most fans (especially those of the anime) do not seem to realize that more often than not they are viewing something that Maeda touched or supervised in at least some capacity. Just who is this man, and what are some of his most important works?

Feb 26, 2012

Episode #0290! VegettoEX, Meri, and Hujio dive into some more crazy Kinect news before covering the March 2012 "Saikyo Jump" bonus DVD. Especially at such a cheap price, just how does this package fare? We then turn it over to an extravaganza of your listener questions! Everything from favorite story arcs, to the spark that defines Toriyama's writing, to abandoned characters is covered, along with less important items such as the Official Daizenshuu EX Band.

Feb 19, 2012

Episode #0289! VegettoEX and Julian cover two weeks worth of fascinating news (FUNimation Dragon Box survey, upcoming "Episode of Bardock" reprint, and more!) before diving in to the "Dragon Ball Online" timeline. Thanks to Herms' new translation, we have a pretty detailed back-history for the game in English. Does it tell a compelling story, and does it make us want to hunker down and actually play the darn thing?

Feb 5, 2012

Episode #0288! VegettoEX and Julian catch up on a thankful lack of news before Herms pops in for a Dr. Slump primer. Who are the characters that show up during the Red Ribbon arc crossover, and is it possible to reconcile some of the plot holes and continuity errors introduced to put Dr. Slump and DragonBall in the same universe?

Jan 29, 2012

Episode #0287! VegettoEX, Meri, and Hujio discuss the unexpected suspension of FUNimation's HD restoration work on the DBZ TV series. Within a six month period the project was announced, heavily hyped, saw two releases, and was unceremoniously killed off. What exactly just happened...? Our in-depth analysis and your thoughts take us through the episode!

Jan 22, 2012

Episode #0286! VegettoEX and Julian check in on the two major cover songs from 2011 (a version of "We Gotta Power!" by Tokyo Future Boys and a version of "Boku-tachi wa Tenshi Datta" by Sasaki Sayaka with a little help from Hironobu Kageyama). Do either of them stand up to some of the other great cover songs we have had in recent years, or are they both just a little too safe? A little bit of DBGT follow-up and the mass delusional cover-ups of the Dragon World human race round out the episode.

Jan 15, 2012

Episode #0285! VegettoEX, Meri, and Hujio discuss a short scene from DragonBall TV episode 56 that essentially paints General Blue as a pedophile. Was this just a poor attempt at humor that fell flat, or is it worthy of additional analysis and condemnation? New merchandise in Brazil, the launch of DBGT on Nicktoons (the kids will be OK, we promise), and more rounds out the episode.

Jan 8, 2012

Episode #0284! VegettoEX, Meri, and Jeff dive into our second "DragonBall GT Review of Awesomeness" with episodes 6-10. After some brief battling, we are back to exploration and adventure with a little bit of dancing thrown in for good measure. Are the whimsical episodes enough to propel us through some early foreshadowing, or has the writing already taken a dive? News about the upcoming Saikyo Jump bonus DVD, the winter release season, and a whole lot more rounds out the episode.

Jan 1, 2012

Episode #0283! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian ring in the new year with a look back at the past twelve months. None of us could have predicted what 2011 would bring us: a music fiasco with "DragonBall Kai", a new Blu-ray transfer from FUNimation, an all-out Bardock media assault, and so much more. How did our predictions from last year turn out in light of all these major stories, and what do we (and you!) think is on tap for 2012? Here's to 14 years of Daizenshuu EX, and another gazillion more with our favorite franchise!

Dec 25, 2011

Episode #0282! VegettoEX, Meri, and Hujio review the anime adaptation of "Episode of Bardock" from Jump Festa 2011. How does it differ from Naho Ooishi's original V-Jump manga version, and does it stand up on its own as an enjoyable feature? "Ultimate Blast" Japanese launch details, new cover songs, and your thoughts on "Episode of Bardock" round out the episode!

Dec 11, 2011

Episode #0281! VegettoEX and Hujio cover a tiny bit of hilarious-yet-confusing Korean political forecast news (yes, all based around DragonBall) before diving into an endless ocean of listener questions. From deserted islands to mysterious Blu-rays, from name pronunciations to new fans, and from new web series to old doujinshi, we cover just about everything there possibly is to ask with this franchise.

Dec 4, 2011

Episode #0280! VegettoEX and Julian follow-up on a good bit of "DragonBall GT" review material before moving on to an episode of "SMAP x SMAP" in Japan that highlighted the theme songs to the first "DragonBall" TV series with its original performers. The main audio portion of our Anime USA panel, an updated version of "10 Things You Didn't Know About DragonBall", takes center stage for our topic, with December's releases and your questions wrapping things up!

Nov 27, 2011

Episode #0279! VegettoEX, Meri, Jeff, and Kaboom dive in to our first DragonBall GT Review of Awesomeness! With the manga review complete, it is time to take a grand tour into a manga-less story. Just how involved was original author Akira Toriyama, does Toei set the stage well with how he left the characters, and just how interested are we to see where this story is heading? Big news about online streaming and the upcoming "Episode of Bardock" anime adaptation, the announcement of our Blu-ray contest winner, and your thoughts on DBGT round out the episode!

Nov 13, 2011

Episode #0278! VegettoEX and Hujio dive in to "Level 1.1", the first Blu-ray release of the non-Kai-ified DBZ TV series from FUNimation. Does the timing of this release make any sense, and is it a worthwhile purchase, especially for fans of a series with so many sequential "definitive" versions? Listener thoughts on "Ultimate Tenkaichi", and a reminder about our Anime USA plans wrap up the episode!

Nov 6, 2011

Episode #0277! VegettoEX, Dustin, and Joe dive in to "Ultimate Tenkaichi", the latest fighting game for the franchise. Spike is back for a third round on the PS3 and 360, but they are switching things up more than ever before. Is this a fighting game, or is it actually just a glorified guessing game? Hujio pops in for the news and loaded November and December releases period, and that is a show!

Oct 30, 2011

Episode #0276! VegettoEX and Herms break down everything demonic in the Dragon World! From demons to Dracula, from ghouls to ghosts, from phantasms to fantastic puns, anything and everything having to do with opposing the progress of humanity in the series is broken down. Where do these words and classifications come from in the first place, and how does Toriyama play with them to create such an interesting world and extended universe in our favorite franchise?

Oct 16, 2011

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!

Oct 9, 2011

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!

Oct 2, 2011

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!

Sep 25, 2011

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?

Sep 18, 2011

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?

Aug 28, 2011

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!

Aug 21, 2011

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?

Aug 14, 2011

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.

Aug 7, 2011

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.

Jul 24, 2011

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?

Jul 17, 2011

Episode #0265! VegettoEX and Herms break down mistakes that appear in the most well-known guide books for the franchise (and our namesake!), the daizenshuu. Are they truly mistakes, though? What is actually wrong contradictory in the text, what is new information, and what have fans made up as false mistakes over time? Meri joins to banter about with what non-news there is, along with the rest of July's releases!

Jul 10, 2011

Episode #0264! VegettoEX and Julian discuss all the "Ultimate Tenkaichi" news you can eat and turn their attention to several listener questions about the Japanese language and speech patterns used in the series. Doug joins us for an interview about his custom LittleBigPlanet level called "The Search For Shenlong's Little Big Dragonballs!"

Jun 26, 2011

Episode #0263! VegettoEX and Meri discuss some Dragon Box delay news and answer a slew of questions. Jeff joins us for Volume 40 in our "Manga Review of Awesomeness", where two new transformations are unveiled and the main villain turns into a good guy and then back around again into a villain.

Jun 19, 2011

Episode #0262! VegettoEX and Hujio discuss a wealth of news primarily centered around Bardock, who is receiving a new Super Saiyan form in conjunction with video games and a new three-part manga short. Marc also joins us to talk about the summer convention season, and if we can expect any significant announcements from FUNimation for our favorite series. June's releases and your e-mails round out the episode.

Jun 12, 2011

Episode #0261! VegettoEX and Hujio cruise through two weeks worth of news. Namco-Bandai seems to want to rename a game that does not even have a name yet, "DragonBall Online" is coming to China, and Latin America is getting a bunch of new stuff. We also catch-up on e-mails, including a discussion about what some of the characters in the series might wish for if they actually had a freebie wish with Shenlong.

May 29, 2011

Episode #0260! VegettoEX, Meri, and Hujio discuss the second character ever introduced in the series: Bulma! Just how deep of a character is she, and does an author like Toriyama actually know what to do with her? A good week's worth of news and great e-mails round out the show.

May 22, 2011

Episode #0259! VegettoEX and Meri discuss ye' olden fansub VHS days. How did non-Japanese fans watch the series prior to any domestic release, what were the experiences like, and how did everything change once a legitimate and proper release came on the scene? Whether names like S. Baldric, E. Monsoon, Anime Labs, Ctenosaur, Project-X, NGN, or Pearl do or do not mean anything to you, this is the episode that explains it all!

May 15, 2011

Episode #0258! VegettoEX, Hujio, and Julian recap all the big news over the last two weeks. A new video game is coming later this year (despite the franchise continuing down the financial hole for Namco-Bandai), the 98th episode of "DragonBall Kai" will make its way to the home release as a bonus... the list goes on and on. E-mails about "Journey to the West", the 23rd Tenka-ichi Budokai, and inflation round out the episode.

May 1, 2011

Episode #0257! VegettoEX, Meri, and Jeff dive into Volume 39 in our "Manga Review of Awesomeness". Majin Buu has finally hatched, and the heroes and civilians throughout the world are already suffering at his hands. The wacky villain is a huge change-up from the last two story arcs, though. Has Toriyama returned to his comedic roots? 2010's video game sales, wonderful French release news, May's releases, and your e-mails round out the episode.

Apr 24, 2011

Episode #0256! VegettoEX, Meri, Julian, and Hujio discuss the second chapter of "DragonBall SD". The sudden extra chapter appears out of nowhere and jumps straight into the Freeza fight (condensing it down considerably), but is it worth it that this spin-off even exists? News tidbits, releases, and your e-mails round out the episode.

Apr 17, 2011

Episode #0255! VegettoEX and Hujio discuss a little bit of international licensing news and tons of feedback on our "Toriyama's Intended Endings" two-part feature. Scott Melzer and Rich Jarrett from NoN.D.E. Films also stop by to talk about their new fan parody, "Fanboy Soze", a DBZ fan parody that is not a DBZ fan parody!

Apr 10, 2011

Episode #0254! VegettoEX and Julian discuss the announced sale of FUNimation, a new "DragonBall SD" chapter on the horizon, and all the international "DragonBall Kai" delays. Herms joins us for part two of our discussion about Toriyama's intended endings to the series, this time from the Cell arc through the end of the Majin Buu arc. Did the author ever actually say he wanted to end the series during any point within these two story arcs?

Mar 27, 2011

Episode #0253! VegettoEX and Meri discuss a few news tidbits (such as the end of the "DragonBall Kai" TV broadcast in Japan) before turning it over to Herms for part one of our look at the "intended endings" to the series. Fans often claim that the author absolutely intended to end the manga with the Freeza story arc, but is this actually true? What evidence exists pointing to specific story arcs that could have served as the ending?

Mar 20, 2011

Episode #0252! VegettoEX, Meri, Hujio, and Corey are all in-house to discuss what the Hell just happened to "DragonBall Kai". By diving back into corporate presentations and financial reports, we are able to paint a crystal-clear picture of just why exactly the show was "refreshed" in the first place, if their plan even partially came to fruition at all, and what we can expect for the future of the franchise.

Mar 13, 2011

Episode #0251! VegettoEX, Meri, Julian, and Jeff dive into Volume 38 in our "Manga Review of Awesomeness". The gang is all here with a new set of villains, but is Toriyama truly writing by the seat of his pants, or is the magic still there (in more ways than one)? In the news, Kenji Yamamoto has lost his music composition job for "DragonBall Kai" after years of fans pointing out plagiarism, leaving the end of the series in even more shambles than before.

Mar 6, 2011

Episode #0250! VegettoEX and Meri briefly cover the raw facts surrounding the upcoming end of "DragonBall Kai" before digging into some quick reviews. Bakuman gets a DBZ cover song, the "Legend of Saiyan" figures pick up right where "Freeza's Force" left off, and "Ultimate Butoden" is the best DBZ video game you're not playing. To celebrate 250 podcast episodes, we are also giving away a copy of the fourth daizenshuu!

Feb 27, 2011

Episode #0249! VegettoEX and KaiserNeko cover the mostly non-news and March's releases. Herms joins to give an in-depth crash course in "Journey to the West", the Chinese story which served as the initial inspiration for "DragonBall". Two stories from the first TV series directly reference characters and items from its inspiration, and in ways you may never have known!

Feb 20, 2011

Episode #0248! VegettoEX and Julian cover all the latest news, from crazy release schedules to new prices to online streaming and beyond. Kaboom stops by to talk an on-going fan project to beef up the Bardock TV special, and we give a short first-look at "Ultimate Butoden" for the Japanese Nintendo DS. Releases, e-mails, and a look back at Internet past rounds out the episode.

Feb 6, 2011

Episode #0247! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian recap all the big financial news and other shenanigans, as well as answer an e-mail about which in-universe story lines we would like to see expanded with future reference guides. Hujio later joins us to talk about and review the oft-forgotten TV special for DBZ Movie 7, occasionally referred to as the "movie overview special".

Jan 30, 2011

Episode #0246! VegettoEX, Meri, and Jeff dive into volume 37 in our "Manga Review of Awesomeness". The Dragon World is quickly being expanded with new gods, new villains, and a turn into more magical territory than we have seen in quite some time. Is this the only place left for the series to go? Tons of news, music revelations, February's releases, and an in-depth discussion of how foreign fans can go about getting proper releases in their country rounds out the episode.

Jan 23, 2011

Episode #0245! VegettoEX and Meri talk a little bit about FUNimation's re-release of DB Movie 1, the "Kokoro no Hane" CD single, and more. Two weeks worth of news, February's jam-packed releases, and your e-mails round out the episode.

Jan 9, 2011

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!

Dec 26, 2010

Episode #0243! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian recap the crazy year that was 2010. All sorts of surprises on both sides of the ocean, a plethora of releases, far too many sad moments, and a few head-scratchers made up the last year. How did we fare in our predictions from a year ago, and what do we see on the horizon for 2011? We already know about some video games and home releases, but will there be any true surprises in the next year?

Dec 19, 2010

Episode #0242! VegettoEX and Hujio discuss the future of "DragonBall Kai" based on the recent news of "Toriko" taking its time slot on Fuji TV in April 2011. Is the show going to continue in any way, or is the refresh coming to a close? Lots of talk about DBZ Movie 1, some website projects in the works, and so much more rounds out the episode!

Dec 8, 2010

Mike (Daizenshuu EX) and Jake (Kanzentai) guest with Otaku Dan and Anime3000's Sean Russell on an episode of "Bonus Round" to discuss "DragonBall Kai". What is the importance of this special "refreshed" series, and what kind of fans is it looking to draw in? Recorded July 2010.

Dec 5, 2010

Episode #0241! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian check out "DragonBall SD", a new spin-off manga by Naho Ooishi. Is this "Saikyo Jump" inclusion worth the paper it is printed on, or is it just another case of "been there, done that"...? December's releases, your e-mails, and much more round out the episode!

Dec 2, 2010

VegettoEX and Hujio review "Kintoki", a special one-shot by Akira Toriyama

Nov 28, 2010

Episode #0240! VegettoEX, Meri, and Jeff dive into Volume 36 in our "Manga Review of Awesomeness". The final story arc has begun and Toriyama has aged up the cast, introduced new characters, and brought things back to a comedic tone. Was this the last and most obvious direction to take the series, and does a little down-time do a story good? KaiserNeko of TeamFourStar also stops by to talk about the month's biggest news, including "DragonBall SD", two new video games on the horizon, and much more!

Nov 14, 2010

Episode #0239! VegettoEX and Meri discuss the latest news before diving in to an extravaganza of video game topics. Jake and Lance join in to talk about long-forgotten characters that were originally created for DragonBall videos games (and what the likelihood is that we will see them again in the future). Later on, Dustin joins in to talk about "Raging Blast 2", the most recent game from Spike and Namco-Bandai. The first game was such a universal disappointment, so did the developers step up their game and deliver a quality product? Releases, e-mails, and general fun all round out the episode!

Nov 7, 2010

Episode #0238! VegettoEX and Meri review "Plan to Eradicate the Super Saiyans", the re-made feature included with "Raging Blast 2";. Does the story benefit from a few rewrites and condensed time frame? Financial news, iPad manga, November's releases, and your e-mails round out the episode!

Oct 31, 2010

Episode #0237! VegettoEX and Hujio review the "DragonBall Kai Soundtrack III and Songs" album. Kenji Yamamoto has moved into new territory with his score, and the album also features three new vocal songs. Corey also pops in to talk about "Tenkaichi Tag Team" for the PSP. Is the portable "Sparking!" everything it should have been? Tons of news, some quick releases, and an e-mail schooling about rare footage rounds out the episode.

Oct 24, 2010

Episode #0236! VegettoEX and Meri bring on a couple friends for a jam-packed episode. Marc talks international "Kai" dubbing and FUNimation's recent announcement that their Dragon Box sets are indeed "limited", while Josh joins us to talk about the concept of ki, how it is used in the franchise, as well as some general discussion about fighting styles. October and November releases, your e-mails, and a contest to win "Tenkaichi Tag Team" for the PSP rounds out the episode.

Oct 17, 2010

Episode #0235! VegettoEX, Meri, and Corey reluctantly dive in to the original 1993 "Official Visual Guide" version of "Plan to Eradicate the Saiyans". This video strategy guide for the original Famicom game can be viewed as its own stand-alone feature, but should you bother? Is there anything under the surface that could result in a decent remake in the upcoming "Raging Blast 2"...? October's news and releases, as well as some fantastic e-mails, rounds out the episode.

Oct 13, 2010

For our first episode we covered DragonBall Z movies 1 through 3, along with some of the recent news. We plan on doing a few more episodes down the road, but at the moment there's no set schedule. So with that, I give you the debut of The Big Green Podcast.

Sep 30, 2010

Episode #0234! VegettoEX and Hujio catch up on all sorts of news. We have home video release details, "Raging Blast 2" character updates, censoring and racism, the Vegeta refrigerator, and a ton more. October's releases, your Ano-Yo-Ichi Budokai feedback, and all sorts of other nonsense rounds out the episode.

Sep 12, 2010

Episode #0233! VegettoEX, Meri, and Jeff dive into the Ano-Yo-Ichi Budokai for a "Filler Review of Awesomeness". The TV series was getting a little too close to the manga, so the second self-contained filler arc for the "DragonBall Z" TV series was given the green light. How does it hold up? All sorts of bizarre news from around the world, September's releases, and your e-mails round out the episode.

Sep 5, 2010

Episode #0232! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian discuss the tiny bits of news from the last week. Marc also stops by to talk about the upcoming Mexican dub of "Kai" and its respective fanbase revolt! Andrew pops in to talk about the "TAG VS" Japanese demo, while releases and e-mails round out the episode.

Aug 29, 2010

Episode #0231! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian review the "Kokoro no Hane" CD single (the second closing theme to "DragonBall Kai"). Beyond the song itself, the Limited Edition's bonus DVD gives way to all sorts of discoveries! Your regular news, releases, e-mails, and tons more round out the episode.

Aug 22, 2010

Episode #0230! VegettoEX, Meri, and Jeff dive into Volume 35 in our "Manga Review of Awesomeness". The Cell Game finally comes to a close, but do we reflect as fondly on this part of the series as we otherwise thought we might? Little bits of news, August's last few releases, and your e-mails round out the episode.

Aug 15, 2010

Episode #0229! VegettoEX, Meri, and Hujio recap all of the huge news from the last couple weeks, including the upcoming remake of "Saiya-jin Zetsumetsu Keikaku" as a part of "Raging Blast 2", as well as an in-depth look at the state of DragonBall's financial situation both in Japan and worldwide. A recap of all the DragonBall going-ons at Otakon 2010, including the amazing panel with Yuuji Mitsuya, rounds out the episode!

Aug 8, 2010

Episode #0228! VegettoEX and Marc review FUNimation's industry panel from Otakon 2010 and any respective DragonBall announcements. How did our predictions and expectations line up? The Q-and-A session from our "10 Things You Didn't Know About DragonBall" Otakon panel rounds out the episode!

Jul 28, 2010

Episode #0227! VegettoEX and Marc take a look back over the last year and gauge where North America stands with regard to home releases of the DragonBall franchise. Last Otakon brought us an announcement of DBZ Dragon Box sets... so should we expect any spectacular announcements this year?

Jul 25, 2010

Episode #0226! VegettoEX and Meri review the "Freeza's Force" series. Are these three-inch figures some of the best deals out there, or should you stick with the higher-priced releases? A bit of voice actor and gaming news along with a guy who thinks he looks like Goku rounds out the episode along with releases and your e-mails. See you next week at Otakon!

Jul 18, 2010

Episode #0225! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian discuss what little news there has been for the last couple weeks, and concentrate on July's jam-packed releases and your fantastic e-mails, including a bit of a redux on gender roles in Japan (and particularly with regard to Chi-Chi). Hujio joins us mid-show to do a special preview of our "10 Things You Didn't Know About DragonBall" panel for Otakon 2010 coming up in just a few weeks!

Jul 4, 2010

Episode #0224! VegettoEX and Meri give some initial thoughts on "Origins 2" for the Nintendo DS. Are the refined controls enough to save the game, unlike its predecessor? Catching up on all sorts of news, July's jam-packed releases, and your e-mails round out the episode!

Jun 20, 2010

Episode #0223! VegettoEX and Marc cruise through all of the week's news, including a surprising video game remake coming our way. Sean joins us later on to talk about Freeza's and Coola's transformations and all of the crazy fan theories behind their usage and relevance to each other. The rest of June's releases, your e-mails, a contest winner, and some great donor naming all round out the episode!

Jun 13, 2010

Episode #0222! VegettoEX and Julian catch up and go over the news from the last two weeks. The second "Kai" ending theme is getting eleven different releases, and a new guide book is coming our way! A great bunch of listener e-mails round out the episode, including some franchise-introduction thoughts and general life advice. Someone also has a very special announcement!

May 30, 2010

Episode #0221! VegettoEX and Hujio discuss "Ougon no Senshi" ("The Golden Warrior"), a new art and illustration book released in Japan this year. It has a wealth of new and rarely-seen images, along with three interviews. Is it worth it for the price? A good batch of news, all of June's releases, great e-mail responses, and a plethora of contests round out the episode. Win a copy of the very book reviewed on the show!

May 23, 2010

Episode #0220! VegettoEX, Meri, and Hujio dive in to FUNimation's domestic release of "DragonBall Z Kai". Having already covered "Kai" as an entity (and specifically the first story arc) extensively on the show before, we figured the best course of action was to cover the one entirely new aspect of this release - the new English dub. Is it truly the most accurate and faithful English dub the series has received, or is it traditional FUNimation where one little aspect somewhere holds it back from being everything it can be? A little bit of news, releases for the next month, and e-mails that make us think real hard about our viewpoints round out the episode!

May 9, 2010

Episode #0219! VegettoEX and Meri catch up on the last two weeks worth of news. "Kai" has a new ending theme and a certain young, purple-haired boy has made his appearance. There is more "Kai" news in North America, fun distribution across France and Latin America, video game financial figures... busy times for our favorite franchise! Our "Attack of the Saiyans" contest winner is announced and we also read out some of our favorite entries. May's releases and your e-mails round out the show.

Apr 25, 2010

Episode #0218! VegettoEX and Meri take a listen in on Shoko Nakagawa's latest cover album, which includes both a DBZ and a DBGT cover! A little bit of news discussion, releases for the next few weeks, and a nice little batch of episodes round out the episode.

Apr 18, 2010

Episode #0217! VegettoEX, Meri, and Jeff dive into Volume 34 in our "Manga Review of Awesomeness". The Cell Game has finally begun, and Goku has just as quickly turned it on over to the next fighter. Was the build-up to Gohan done as well as it could have been, and are we buying it? Was this also the last great transformation sequence in the series? Our live broadcast covers a bunch of questions from the audience, talk about the upcoming new closing theme to "Kai", and so much more!

Apr 11, 2010

Episode #0216! VegettoEX and Hujio go it alone this week diving into all of the news. Birthdays, anniversaries, new books and video games, "Kai" updates both in Japan and the US (including Nicktoons censorship)... we have some busy times going on these days. We also discuss Vegeta's one-on-one rivalries during the Freeza story arc, most notably with Kewi and Ghurd. April's releases and other jabber round out the episode!

Apr 4, 2010

Episode #0215! VegettoEX, Meri, and Heath dive in to what little news there was this past week, but spend some extra time dissecting it all and relay stories of fandom past, present, and future. As much as we try to avoid talking about "Kai" so much, it seems we just cannot avoid it. April's jam-packed releases schedule and some great e-mails from you all round out the episode.

Mar 28, 2010

Episode #0214! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian take a look at the French fan-manga, "Dragon Ball Multiverse". Taking the idea of multiple, parallel universes from the original series and running with it, we have a series with a huge online fanbase that deserves a look. Some American "Kai" tidbits, convention appearances, some upcoming releases, and more rounds out the episode!

Mar 21, 2010

Episode #0213! VegettoEX, Meri, Julian, and Jeff do a mid-month "Review of Awesomeness" and compare the "TRUNKS: THE STORY" manga chapter with the second DBZ TV special, along with all the standard analysis you've come to expect. The rest of March's releases, an e-mail, a contest winner, and a bunch of other good stuff rounds out the episode.

Mar 16, 2010

On this special episode of The One Piece Podcast we are joined by VegettoEX and Julian of Daizenshuu EX as we hash through Dragonball and One Piece: the similarities between the series, our experiences with both, and some of the featured works between the two series. On the One Piece Podcast side of the aisle we're joined by our friend from Japan, Greg of www.thegrandline.com, Jason "EvilGamerX," and of course myself and Ed. Check out Daizenshuu EX at www.daizex.com for everything and anything Dragonball!

Mar 14, 2010

Episode #0212! It has been a big week with lots of things going on, so we break up the show into a bunch of individual segments to cover it all. The core trio of VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian cover the introductions, releases, e-mails, and other good stuff. Hujio joins us to talk about the news, including the Nicktoons airing of "Kai" coming this year. We also speak with Amber Rosier, the founder of the "Dragon Ball Z Appreciation Club" at Shawnee State University!

Mar 7, 2010

Episode #0211! VegettoEX, Meri, Julian, and Jeff dive into Volume 33 in our "Manga Review of Awesomeness". No fights truly come to a conclusion, and our heroes end up taking some time for themselves. Was this a necessary transition period to get everyone where they need to be? Some brief news, all of March's releases, and some great e-mails from our listeners (including the on-going aspect ratio debate!) round out the show. Also... Cell has a tiny, pointy nose.

Feb 21, 2010

Episode #0210! VegettoEX, Meri, and Hujio have a chill week and discuss the incredible amount of news. FUNimation has confirmed more about the domestic release of "Kai", the new "DragonBall DS 2" is announced for the US as "Origins 2", and a whole lot more kept us on our toes this week. We also catch up with a huge batch of listener e-mails with topics ranging from more name mispronunciations to the ever-resurfacing prospect of FUNimation re-releases.

Feb 14, 2010

Episode #0209! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian discuss jokes in the series based on the mispronunciation of a character's name. Remember such characters as Tenka-ichi Budokai competitors Mago Gosora and Gyoza...? Domestic "Kai" release news (including some dub recasts), February's releases, and a whole lot more rounds out the episode.

Feb 7, 2010

Episode #0208! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian discuss the latest news about "DragonBall Kai" before we bring in some friends to talk about specific aspects of the licensing news. Hujio joins us to give a recap on what "Kai" is in the first place and its domestic name change, Kendamu joins us to talk from the manga fan perspective, while Gozar joins us to talk from the dub fan perspective. We do not have a whole lot to go on just yet, but fandom seems braced for all the extra attention coming its way.

Jan 31, 2010

Episode #0207! VegettoEX, Meri, and Hujio discuss one of the earliest characters to be both introduced and subsequently tossed aside - Yamcha! Does he have any depth to him, and what makes him a memorable character, if at all? Your thoughts on the character, various news tidbits, February's releases, and so much more rounds out the episode.

Jan 24, 2010

Episode #0206! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian remember one of the great anime voice actors, Daisuke Gori, who recently passed away. What made his performance of roles such as Mr. Satan so undeniably memorable? Home video and game news from across the world, February's releases, and tons of your comments round out the episode.

Jan 17, 2010

Episode #0205! VegettoEX and Meri jump into a hodgepodge of discussions. Kaboom joins us to talk about fans that truly do enjoy battle power discussions, we briefly review Ryo Horikawa's voice acting coach DVD, and Corey joins us to talk about everything else!

Jan 10, 2010

Episode #0204! VegettoEX, Meri, and Jeff dig into Volume 32 in our "Manga Review of Awesomeness". Characters are doing stupid things all around, resulting in Cell reaching his perfect form. Is the fantastic artwork enough to overcome some of the story's pitfalls? A tiny bit of news, January's single upcoming release, and a batch of your great e-mails round out the episode.

Jan 3, 2010

Episode #0203! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian cover the biggest news stories from 2009. So many curve balls were thrown our way this year, and checking in on our predictions from last year could not be anymore humiliating. We also cover our Top 5 stories of the entire last decade, and get your thoughts, as well!

Dec 20, 2009

Episode #0202! VegettoEX and Meri bring on Julian and Hujio for a run-through of different reviews for all of November 2009's new CD releases - the "Progression" CD single, Kai Song Collection, and Kai OST Volume 2. Will any of them stick around as prime examples of DB music greatness, or should they be shelved for good? No news, but some releases and e-mail goodness rounds out the full episode.

Dec 13, 2009

Episode #0201! VegettoEX and Meri reflect on Episode 200 awesomeness, DBAF prank fallout from Argentina, and a Mafuba in the skies over Norway. After catching up on the news for the week, we answer an e-mail from a father looking to show some edited versions of the series to his children, and that wraps it up.

Dec 6, 2009

Episode #0200! DragonBall hits 25 years, Daizenshuu EX as a website closes in on 12 years, while the the podcast hits 4 years and 200 episodes. For a fitting topic, Hujio and Corey join us live in-studio to talk about community as it relates to DragonBall fandom. How has it changed over the years, what still needs to change, and what are we all thankful for? Before taking off to celebrate, we give away "Raging Blast" and two Dragon Box sets!

Nov 29, 2009

Episode #0199! VegettoEX is joined by our buddy Kendamu to talk about the new DS RPG, "Attack of the Saiyans". Like the recent Wii game, is it another mostly-competent release filling an empty niche? Meri joins in to talk this week's news, December's releases, a couple e-mails, our contests, and some other banter to round out the episode.

Nov 22, 2009

Episode #0198! VegettoEX, Hujio, and Corey review FUNimation's first Dragon Box! Nearly three years after the first faux-"remastered" debacle of a release, do we finally have reason to change our tune with regard to a home release from FUNimation? Were our wishes truly granted? Meri pops in to cruise through the news, releases, and contest information, and that rounds out a show!

Nov 15, 2009

Episode #0197! VegettoEX and Meri review the new PS3 and 360 game, "DragonBall: Raging Blast". Does Spike's first high-definition offering live up to and exceed the prior series, or should fans looking for the best "DBZ-simulator" on the market just stick with "METEOR"...? No news, but November's releases, your e-mails, and contests to give away "Raging Blast" and a Dragon Box round out the episode!

Nov 8, 2009

Episode #0196! VegettoEX, Meri, Julian, and Jeff dive in to Volume 31 in our "Manga Review of Awesomeness". Cell has made his presence known, and our heroes have become outclassed just as fast as they became the strongest. Do we finally have an interesting villain for the story arc, or is everything just a little too convenient and confusing? Dragon Boxes are arriving, other news catching-up, November's continued releases, and your e-mails round out the episode.

Nov 1, 2009

Episode #0195! VegettoEX and Meri review "Revenge of King Piccolo" for the Nintendo Wii. We finally get a console release that is something other than a fighting game, but does it cure the itch we have all been cursed with? A little bit of news, November's cram-packed releases, and your e-mails round out the episode.

Oct 25, 2009

Episode #0194! VegettoEX and Meri briefly review the first Blu-ray volume for "DragonBall Kai". We have spoken endlessly about our thoughts on the series, so a quick rundown of the release is all that is necessary. Lots of catching up on news, November's jam-packed releases, and your e-mails round out the episode.

Oct 11, 2009

Episode #0193! VegettoEX, Meri, Julian, and Jeff all dive into Volume 30 in our "Manga Review of Awesomeness". It's another volume full of exposition, but is Toriyama pulling it all together in a coherent fashion, or are there too many characters doing too many things? Lengthy commentary on FUNimation's final details for their own Dragon Box audio tracks and the manga being pulled from a Maryland school library round out the rest of the episode, with a little bit of releases and e-mails to finish it off.

Oct 4, 2009

Episode #0192! VegettoEX and Meri cram out a short episode to catch up on some music release news and cover October's releases. A couple quick thoughts on some other current items and a short lesson about redbook audio round out the episode!

Sep 27, 2009

Episode #0191! VegettoEX and Julian review the "POWER OF DREAMER" CD single and the "DragonBall Kai" Original Soundtrack. Have we gotten the best b-side in years, and despite our feelings on "DragonBall Kai", does its soundtrack somehow manage to stand on its own? Tons of news (including several delays) and your great e-mails round out the episode!

Sep 13, 2009

Episode #0190! VegettoEX and Meri bring on Jeff and Scott to talk about ethics in fandom. Things have changed a great deal since the days of VHS fansubs, but with the franchise finally slipping into the modern distribution era with "Kai", questions on how to conduct yourself as a fan have never been more relevant. September's releases, your great e-mails, and a full catch-up on donation item namings round out the episode!

Sep 6, 2009

Episode #0189! VegettoEX and Meri discuss the first arc of "DragonBall Kai" with Heath and Corey. After such a huge lead-up to this "refreshed" version of the DBZ TV series, was it all really worth it in the end? How do we feel about it now, and what are we looking forward to, if anything? Julian joins in for the rest of the episode to run through the news, September's releases, and some fantastic e-mails.

Aug 23, 2009

Episode #0188! VegettoEX and Meri bring on Herms from Kanzentai to discuss the concept of "sento ryoku" in the DragonBall series. Battle powers, power levels, combat strength... whatever it is you want to call them, they have become an important part of fandom and its culture. Are they really that significant in the grand scheme of the series, though? And where did this concept even come from, in the first place? "Raging Blast" news (including SSJ3 Broli), the rest of August's releases, your questions, and much more rounds out the episode!

Aug 16, 2009

Episode #0187! VegettoEX and Meri split up the episode's recording and bring on all sorts of guests to discuss things. Hujio stops by to recap the week's news, while KaiserNeko pops in to give us an update regarding the Toei and YouTube mass-takedown. Finally, Jeff joins us to finally review the Bardock DBZ TV special after seeing it for the first time. Does it hold up nearly 20 years later, and particularly to someone mostly familiar with only the manga? August's releases, your e-mails, and other great stuff rounds out the episode.

Aug 9, 2009

Episode #0186! VegettoEX and Meri finally get around to reviewing "DragonBall Evolution" for the PSP. Is this game truly as horrific as you have been led to believe, or are there possibly some redeemding qualities? Home release news from around the world, more "Kai" voice replacements, August's tons of releases, and your great e-mails round out the episode!

Aug 2, 2009

Episode #0185! VegettoEX, Meri, Julian, and Jeff dive into volume 29 in our "Manga Review of Awesomeness". Toriyama has genuinely kicked-off a new story arc... but not without some input from his previous editor. Are we being kept on our toes, or is Toriyama writing himself into a hole? More FUNimation Dragon Box reactions, August's releases, tons of great e-mails, and more round out the episode!

Jul 26, 2009

Episode #0184! VegettoEX and Meri bring on Heath (Kanzentai) and Marc (The Fanboy Review) to discuss FUNimation's announcement of "Dragon Ball Z" Dragon Box sets for North America. How did we get to this point, how will the releases compare to their Japanese counterparts, and what can we expect in the future? It's a special episode dedicated entirely to the most comprehensive history lesson and speculation you can imagine!

Jul 12, 2009

Episode #0183! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian interview Lanipator and Takahata101 from TeamFourStar, the voices of Vegeta and Nappa in the "DBZ Abridged" fan parody series. What do they have in store for us in the next season, and what has the reaction been to the first season, both online and offline? A mini-discussion about the pronunciation of Goku's last name, July's release, your fantastic e-mails, and our "Yeah! Break! Care! Break!" CD single giveaway contest round out the episode.

Jul 5, 2009

Episode #0182! VegettoEX, Meri, and Jeff dive into Volume 28 in our "Manga Review of Awesomeness". The Freeza story arc finally comes to a close, new characters are introduced, and many years pass in-universe. Is Toriyama keeping things fresh, or is he grasping at straws? Julian joins us for the rest of the episode to discuss all the late-breaking news. The song of the week, July's releases, your e-mails, and our CD giveaway contest round out the episode.

Jun 28, 2009

Episode #0181! VegettoEX and Meri review the CD single for the closing theme to "DragonBall Kai", "Yeah! Break! Care! Break!" Is the shonen spirit still strong with Takayoshi Tanimoto, and what of this new image song? Tons of "Kai" home release news, FUNimation's DB Season 1 set all but confirmed, and tons of other news keeps us busy. July's releases, your e-mails, and a contest to win the CD single reviewed this episode round us out.

Jun 21, 2009

Episode #0180! VegettoEX and Meri discuss the crazy news involving Blu-ray "Kai" boxsets in Japan and the original DB forthcoming "remastered" sets from FUNimation. Julian and Jeff then join in for a wonderful interview with members of TeamFourStar! "DBZ Abridged" has now completed its first season, so we brought on KaiserNeko and MasakoX to reflect on where the series has taken them and what to expect in the future. June's releases, an e-mail, and the giveaway of the "Dragon Soul" CD single round out the episode!

Jun 14, 2009

Episode #0179! VegettoEX and Meri talk up the recent all-speculation news week with possibilities of a sequel to "Evolution" and a new, remastered "DragonBall" season one boxset from FUNimation. June's releases, your e-mails, and our "Dragon Soul" CD single contest round out the episode.

Jun 7, 2009

Episode #0178! VegettoEX, Meri, Julian, and Jeff dig into Volume 27 in our "Manga Review of Awesomeness". The Freeza arc is still going, but is it still going strong? A huge transformation has finally taken place, but was it what the doctor ordered? A remix of Tapion's theme, great news for American DBZ video game fans, June's releases, your e-mails, the end of one contest, and the beginning of another contest round out the episode.

May 31, 2009

Episode #0177! VegettoEX and Meri review the "Dragon Soul" CD single, along with talking about the most recent "Kai" episodes. Bizarre video game games and corporate restructuring, June's releases, your great e-mails, and our "Super Exciting" contest round out the episode (along with tons of great tunes)!

May 24, 2009

Episode #0176! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian bring on Herms (and eventually Hujio) from "Kanzentai" to discuss the recent "Super Exciting Guide" books from Japan. While there is plenty of recycled information, the new bits that we do get (such as Mr. Satan's real name and the Makaioshin) are intriguing beyond belief. Video game news, your e-mails, and a contest to give away the two "Super Exciting Guide" books round out the episode!

May 17, 2009

Episode #0175! VegettoEX and Meri bring it with a music-filled episode. Vitek from Spain graces us with a new-age cover of "CHA-LA HEAD-CHA-LA", and we review CD singles from both Maximum the Hormone and Sherry (amazingly enough, both DragonBall-related). May's releases, your great e-mails, and more round out the episode.

May 10, 2009

Episode #0174! VegettoEX and Meri get back into the swing of things with a discussion about the most recent three episodes of "Kai", catching up on some news, May's releases, some great e-mails, and the debut of the "song a week"... or whatever we are calling it.

Apr 26, 2009

Mike and Meri do a little guest appearance over on R5 Central to talk about DragonBall, the recently-debuted "DragonBall Kai", a little bit about the (then to-be-released) "Evolution", and our Top 5 DBZ Movies That Don't Suck.

Apr 19, 2009

Episode #0173! VegettoEX and Meri take it easy before the big move to crank out a fun little episode talking about episodes 2 and 3 of "DragonBall Kai". There is a lot of neat stuff going on, but where did our pools of blood go...? The rest of April's releases, some great e-mails, and a look at where we're heading rounds out the episode.

Apr 12, 2009

Episode #0172! VegettoEX and Meri bring on a slew of guests to discuss the movie we have all been anticipating in some way for what feels like years -- "DragonBall Evolution". A group of fans and non-fans give their take on the movie as a whole, its acting, script, special effects, and worth. No matter what you think will be said, it's guaranteed that you'll be surprised in some way.

Apr 5, 2009

Episode #0171! VegettoEX, Meri, and Jeff settle in for a monster episode with the debut of the "DragonBall Kai Review of Awesomeness" (as episode one has just aired in Japan), and also Volume 26 in our regular "Manga Review of Awesomeness". How does "Kai" live up to its twenty-year-old original self, and how does Toriyama's continued Freeza arc fare over in the manga? April's releases, great e-mails, some donation item namings, and so much more round out the episode.

Mar 29, 2009

Episode #0170! VegettoEX and Meri go back and give an in-depth review of the deluxe CD+DVD package for Ayumi Hamasaki's "Rule/Sparkle" single. How is the music in general, and then how does it fit in with the DB world? Is it worth purchasing, and if so, should you just upgrade to her new album instead of the single? Lots of great news, April's releases, and your e-mails round out the episode.

Mar 22, 2009

Episode #0169! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian discuss what it means to be a "true fan" of the series. Is that even possible? What distinctions are made, and how do they even come to be? The expected "Kai" news tidbits, some licensing news from Europe and Asia, random video game news, the rest of March's releases, and your e-mails round out the episode. We also (briefly) discuss the new "Donate" page available to readers and listeners, and name our first memorial item!

Mar 15, 2009

Episode #0168! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian review all things "Dragon Ball Evolution". We start out with Ayumi Hamasaki's CD single for the movie's theme song ("Rule"), go into the VizKids junior novel adaptation, and finally... the big one... Julian reviews the actual movie itself from its Japanese theatrical debut. It seems like it has been such a long time coming, and an impossibility, at that. How does it all stack up? Is it even worth the ticket price? Some random news bits, March's releases, and a quick e-mail round out the episode.

Mar 8, 2009

Episode #0167! VegettoEX and Meri bring on Hujio (Kanzentai) and Corey to discuss the most recent information and commercial for "DragonBall Kai" and all of its implications. There appears to be re-framed cropping going on, so how does this compare and contrast with FUNimation's faux-"remastered" release? Random bits of news, March's releases, and your e-mails round out the episode.

Mar 1, 2009

Episode #0166! VegettoEX, Meri, Julian and Jeff go through volume 25 in our "Manga Review of Awesomeness". This one seemed like an awkward volume to go through, as the action just doesn't stop and Goku is incapacitated right after (finally) arriving back on the scene. Does this hurt the volume's enjoyment, though? DBZ ABCs, Meri's Top 5, March's releases, the obligatory "DragonBall Kai" news, and your e-mails round out the episode.

Feb 22, 2009

Episode #0165! VegettoEX and Jeff end up doing another episode on their own, completely buried in news. What we thought were just a few tidbits about "DragonBall Kai" end up being an avalanche. Some other news like VizBig delays, a new French DVD boxset, and a few other items of interest keep things moving along. We happened to be streaming this episode live while we recorded, so we took some questions from the live audience to round out the episode!

Feb 15, 2009

Episode #0164! VegettoEX and Meri go it alone this week to discuss the (few) hints at love we have in the DB series. The various couples, the courting, the marriage... oh, it's so romantic! Except it's really not, so we have to dig pretty deep to find these hints. Little bits of news, February's releases, and your e-mails round out the episode.

Feb 8, 2009

Episode #0163! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian bring on Hujio and Herms from Kanzentai yet again to discuss perhaps the biggest news of the last decade: DBZ is being "refreshed" for a new HD and re-voiced presentation to air on Japanese television. An overview of the confirmed facts and current rumors brings you up to speed. We even get a call-in from our buddy Bryce up at New York Comic-Con to give us an update on the "Dragon Ball Evolution" PSP game. DBZ ABCs, February's releases, and your e-mails round out the show.

Feb 1, 2009

Episode #0162! VegettoEX and Jeff wind up doing a show by themselves to discuss volume 24 in our "Manga Review of Awesomeness". Goku has finally returned to take center stage, and we keep getting hints about some kind of legend. The Freeza arc is full swing now, so is it holding its own or starting to drag on a little bit? Some brief news, February's releases, and your e-mails round out the episode.

Jan 25, 2009

Episode #0161! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian review two recent CD releases: the CD single and full original soundtrack for "Infinite World" on the PlayStation 2. We have two new vocal theme songs from Hironobu Kageyama, and new music roughly in the same style as older "Budokai" games. How do they stack up? DBZ ABCs, February's releases, and your great e-mails round out the episode.

Jan 18, 2009

Episode #0160! VegettoEX and Meri bring of godofchaos (The Fanboy Review) to talk about FUNimation and their upcoming plans for the DragonBall series on Blu-ray. What have they already done that we can compare these plans to, and what other reference material is out there? Catching up on a couple quick news bits and some great e-mails round out the episode.

Jan 11, 2009

Episode #0159! VegettoEX, Meri, Julian, and Jeff take a look at volume 23 in our "Manga Review of Awesomeness". The proverbial excrement has begun to hit the fan, with Goku still on his way, and Vegeta being forced to team up with Kuririn and Gohan due to the arrival of Ginyu-Tokusentai. Is the story still moving along, though? News about layoffs and cover art, DBZ ABCs, January's last release, and your great e-mails round out the episode.

Jan 4, 2009

Episode #0158! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian take a look back at the extraordinary year that was 2008. Amazingly huge news stories, shocking surprises, and crazy releases summed up the year. In the end, though, what were the biggest stories and surprises? How did our predictions fare, and what do we see happening in 2009? January's releases and your e-mails round out the episode.

Dec 28, 2008

Episode #0157! VegettoEX and Meri tear through some old bags of action figures to see what has been sitting around for the last ten years! Japanese figures, hilarious American attempts, and naming fun are plentiful. January's releases, some more DBZ music homage e-mails, and tons more fun round out the episode and 2008.

Dec 21, 2008

Episode #0156! VegettoEX and Meri bring on Hujio (Kanzentai) and godofchaos (The Fanboy Review) to talk about FUNimation's recent "DragonBall GT" boxset. It seems to be a complete shift from what they did with DBZ, but is it worth it? Lots of video talk and speculation, December's last release, and some e-mails round out the episode!

Dec 14, 2008

Episode #0155! VegettoEX and Meri talk about news from all over the world, and somehow manage to talk about the live-action movie without the show eating itself alive. What does the general population see the movie as, and now that there is an official trailer, how do WE see the movie? Jeff drops in to do Volume 22 in our "Manga Review of Awesomeness", and the Freeza saga seems like it has begun to pick up now that everyone has arrived on Namek. Releases and your e-mails round out the episode!

Dec 7, 2008

Episode #0154! VegettoEX and Meri bring on Meghan and Kat (Julian shows up for a little bit, too) to talk about cosplay! DB cosplay has significantly grown in both popularity and quality over the last couple years, and they are here to tell you about everything from funny stories to taping down body parts. A few bits of news, December's releases, and fascinating e-mails round out the episode.

Nov 30, 2008

Episode #0153! VegettoEX and Meri bring on Hujio and Herms from "Kanzentai" to discuss the Jump Anime Tour special! It has been over ten years since the last real new story, and we are absolutely beside ourselves with joy. Was it a genuinely good product, though? Nearly everything this episode is dedicated to the new special, so come rejoice with us!

Nov 23, 2008

Episode #0152! VegettoEX, Meri, Julian, and Jeff get through volume 21 in our "Manga Review of Awesomeness". We have taken off into space, and the universe has expanded for our heroes. We are getting tons of new information, but is the story taking a hit in the process? Fun bits of news, DBZ ABCs, some releases, and great e-mails round out the episode.

Nov 16, 2008

Episode #0151! VegettoEX and Meri give some initial thoughts on "DragonBall Z: Infinite World" for the PS2 and "DragonBall Origins" for the Nintendo DS. Various bits of news, Mike's Top 5 DB Video Games Of All Time, some releases, and great e-mails round out the episode.

Nov 9, 2008

Episode #0150! VegettoEX and Meri return from their wedding and honeymoon to join Julian back in the swing of podcasting! Nearly a month's worth of news to catch up on (including some heavy-hitting material), DBZ ABCs, tons of releases, and your e-mails round out the episode.

Oct 19, 2008

Mike and Meri are out of town getting married, so Desire, Hujio, and Herms get together to record a secret podcast to share stories of how they found "Daizenshuu EX", why they keep coming back, and what it means to them. Congrats from tons of people in the community (e-mails and voice mails) complement their own stories, while some normal news and releases round out the episode.

Oct 12, 2008

Episode #0149! VegettoEX, Meri, and Jeff tackle volume twenty in our "Manga Review of Awesomeness". Toriyama has hit full-on-action in the Saiya-jin arc, and perhaps the story has hit its stride. Lots of random news bits, some e-mails, and a look to the future round out the episode.

Oct 5, 2008

Episode #0148! VegettoEX, Meri, Julian, and even Jeff ATTEMPT to talk about the live-action movie and the recent trailers that have leaked online, but it was not meant to be. Is this a sign? An omen from the heavens? Who knows?! We stitch together the coherent beginning conversation, and even get an extra story from Herms about trying to sneak in to the Jump Anime Tour!

Sep 28, 2008

Episode #0147! VegettoEX and Meri recap AWA and all of the shenanigans that went on. We also review three CDs ("Burst Limit" OST, Dragon '98 Special Live, Animelody Night). Some e-mail and music discussion and general awesomeness rounds out the episode.

Sep 14, 2008

Episode #0146! VegettoEX, Meri, Julian, and Jeff discuss Volume 19 (DBZ Volume 3) of the manga. Death and destruction are all around, and Goku has finally returned to the battlefield. Lots of news, DBZ ABCs, September's releases, and your e-mails round out the episode.

Sep 7, 2008

Episode #0145! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian bring on our buddy Desire Campbell to talk about the idea of "canon" as it relates to the Dragon World. How do you even begin to explain the concept as a whole, and what types of breakdowns can we make? Video game and manga news, September's releases, DBZ ABCs, and your great e-mails round out the episode.

Aug 31, 2008

Episode #0144! VegettoEX and Meri are plagued with recording problems all weekend, but somehow manage to pull something together! While there is no real topic to speak of, plenty of (good!) news rears its ugly head this week, and we check in with all of September's releases and a bunch of your e-mails.

Aug 24, 2008

Episode #0143! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian discuss Viz's fantastic release of the first daizenshuu in English ("The Complete Illustrations"). It's a day we thought would never happen, but here we are! Even more video game news come our way, new characters for the upcoming DB short, Julian's DBZ ABCs, and a whole lot of other good stuff rounds out the episode.

Aug 17, 2008

Episode #0142! VegettoEX, Meri, and Jeff discuss Volume 18 (DBZ Volume 2) of the manga. The Saiya-jin arc has hit its stride: Goku is on his way back, someone is already dead, and new attacks abound! Is Toriyama's magic still working, though? Tons of video game news, movie and book news, releases, and your e-mails round out the episode. We've got plenty of Otakon recaps to discuss, too!

Aug 10, 2008

Episode #0141! VegettoEX and Meri were down at Otakon for the weekend, but recorded an episode ahead of time for your listening pleasure! We went over some brief news and discussed all of the various henchmen over the course of the series. While they started as comedy relief, their purpose drastically changed over the source of the series.

Aug 3, 2008

Episode #0140! VegettoEX and Meri review the new "Super Survivor" CD single. How do the new songs stack-up against some of the other (both new and old) DB songs? We also check out some news, August's releases, and give away the very CD we reviewed! Make sure you listen through to the end on this one!

Jul 27, 2008

Episode #0139! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian discuss some "DragonBall DS" and live-action movie news. Herms from Kanzentai joins us for a discussion about the three DBZ "Side Stories", with an in-depth analysis of the Trunks story in particular, which is now available as a result of a joint project for a translated release!

Jul 20, 2008

Episode #0138! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian discuss the upcoming DBGT boxsets from FUNimation with godofchaos, and then dive in to a large batch of e-mails. Future boxsets, character ages, Japanese honorifics, dramatic effect for the sake of dramatic effect... we cover it all.

Jul 13, 2008

Episode #0137! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian discuss some of the latest news, including the Jump Anime Festival DB short premiering this year, new McDonald's toys in Japan, and "DragonBall DS". DBZ ABCs, July's releases, and our contest round out the episode.

Jul 6, 2008

Episode #0136! VegettoEX, Meri, and Jeff finally hit the "Z"-era with volume seventeen of our "Manga Review of Awesomeness". The innocence is lost as Goku discovers his true origin, and Toriyama's story will never be the same. Julian rounds out the rest of the episode with us as we cover all of this week's news, hit up the DBZ ABCs, read some e-mails, and start up a new contest!

Jun 29, 2008

Episode #0135! VegettoEX, Meri, and Jeff interview some of the brains behind the new "DBZ Abridged" series from TeamFourStar. Where did this hilarious new fandub series come from, and what can we look forward to in the future? Julian joins in to discuss all of the latest news, including our own creation of drama between dub voice actors, the live-action movie, video games, music, and so much more!

Jun 22, 2008

Episode #0134! VegettoEX and Meri with a bunch of friends to ask the sole question... What do you think is the biggest story or issue affecting DB fandom today? Interestingly enough, even seemingly-different answers have a little bit of cross-over. Stay tuned at the end for a couple of check-ins from AnimeNEXT!

Jun 15, 2008

Episode #0133! VegettoEX and Meri check in with Julian, and then give some initial thoughts on the latest DBZ video game, "Burst Limit" for the Xbox 360 and PS3. We're now seven years into the game-a-year pattern... is it starting to get a little old? Tons of hilarious news rounds out the episode.

Jun 8, 2008

Episode #0132! VegettoEX and Meri check in with Julian, and then review the new album that came out in Japan this week, "Inazuma Challenger". Despite having nothing about DB in its packaging, we got all new versions and remixes of the DB opening and ending! Tons of songs samples, the rest of June's releases, and our DVD giveaway contest round out the episode.

Jun 1, 2008

Episode #0131! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian discuss all of the huge news from the last week. Viz shenanigans, multiple new Japanese CDs, Spanish DVDs, and even a domestic daizenshuu release...?! It's big times in the Dragon World. June's releases and our DVD giveaway contest round out the episode.

May 25, 2008

Episode #0130! VegettoEX and Meri bring on a very special guest to discuss the latest news and happenings. From various "Burst Limit" pieces to Viz and their insane manga schedule, there is a plethora of going-ons. Releases, e-mails, and a special DVD contest round out the episode.

May 18, 2008

Episode #0129! VegettoEX and Meri review the Garlic Jr. Saga. That's right, we sat through the first of two entirely original story arcs in the DBZ TV series, and lived to tell about it. Why was it created, is it worth watching, and why does it have the reputation it has? May and June releases, your e-mails, and much more round out the episode.

May 11, 2008

Episode #0128! VegettoEX and Meri review "The Dragon Ball Z Legend" from Cocoro Books, which purports to be "an essential source for every anime fan". What we found, instead, was a horribly-written attempt at a guidebook filled with spelling errors, factual inaccuracies, and more flip-flopping than one should ever have to read.

May 4, 2008

Episode #0127! VegettoEX, Meri, and Jeff tackle volume 16 of the manga. The 23rd Tenka-ichi Budokai is more or less at a close (depending on which country you are in), and there is no turning back now with regards to the story-telling style. Lots of news, May's releases, and your e-mails round out the episode.

Apr 27, 2008

Episode #0126! VegettoEX and Meri review the so-called "Chouzenshuu" set (actually the "Complete Song Collection Box"). 13 CDs, a couple hundred songs... how is it, and who is it for? Some great news about a possible new animation for DB, great e-mails, and our DVD set contest winner round out the episode.

Apr 20, 2008

Episode #0125! VegettoEX and Meri tackle yet another inconsistency between the manga and TV series. In DBZ TV episode 95, Piccolo is shot through the chest by Freeza after knocking Goku out of the way. However, in the manga, it doesn't appear that Piccolo actually pushes Goku out of the way, and rather, the blast was intended for Piccolo all along. Your e-mails and the last chance to enter the current contest round out the episode.

Apr 13, 2008

Episode #0124! VegettoEX records an episode without anyone else, but decides he should at least invite Jeff over to make it more interesting than a conversation with himself. Our first episode without a real "topic" section ends up with one, anyway, discussing IGN's intriguing "What's Wrong With DBZ" series of articles. Your e-mails and our on-going DVD contest round out the episode.

Apr 6, 2008

Episode #0123! VegettoEX, Meri, and Jeff tackle volume 15 of the manga in our regular "Manga Review of Awesomeness" segment. We are closing in towards the final battle, and we have seen a lot of maturity in the author in terms of overall story structure and character development. Your e-mails and a contest to win a free DB DVD set round out the episode.

Mar 30, 2008

Episode #0122! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian react to the amazing news of JAM Project appearing at Otakon 2008 by coming up with their own completely illogical, unlikely, fanboyish, ideal set-list of DBZ-only songs to be performed live. More news, DBZ ABCs, April's releases, and your e-mails (and YouTube comments, even) round out the episode.

Mar 23, 2008

Episode #0121! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian go through and thoroughly update the "Rumor Guide" on the website. Obviously DBAF has some updates, but we also discuss things like Goku and Tullece not being brothers, so-called "Lost Episodes", and even some funny old fansub translations. DBZ ABCs, some releases, and a great batch of e-mails round out the episode.

Mar 16, 2008

Episode #0120! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian bring on Desire Campbell to discuss the recent "DragonBall AF" web-comic/doujinshi. No, this doesn't mean that "DragonBall AF" is a real series that's somehow been covered up by an amazing conspiracy; rather, a Japanese fan has put together a new series taking elements of the rumors over the years, which is now being translated into English for your enjoyment. DBZ ABCs, some releases, and a batch of amazing e-mails round out the episode.

Mar 9, 2008

Episode #0119! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian catch up on various news and events, and then reminisce a bit about ye' olden days, staying home from school sick, and doing strange things with the series (like writing scathing articles). March's releases, Julian's DBZ ABCs, and an e-mail from someone damn well convinced Trunks went SSJ2 round out the episode.

Mar 2, 2008

Episode #0118! VegettoEX and Meri try and catch up on the news and general shenanigans from the last week, which proved to be difficult with no internet. Jeff popped in to do another whopping round of the Manga Review of Awesomeness. We're up to Volume 14; Piccolo-Daimao has been defeated, and the 23rd Tenka-ichi Budokai has begun!

Feb 24, 2008

Episode #0117! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian discuss "IN THE NAME OF PICCOLO-DAIMAO", a special side-story manga chapter collaborated upon by Koyama Takao and Maeda Minoru. Where did this come from, how can you read it, and are there any more of these? DBZ ABCs, some e-mails, Mike's broken pop-filter, and other great things round out the episode.

Feb 17, 2008

Episode #0116! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian discuss some of the stupid things they've done with the DB characters and their names back in ye olden days in response to an e-mail. Tons of news (game reviews, upcoming release concerns, video games, music, etc.), Julian's DBZ ABCs, and a slew of your e-mails round out the episode.

Feb 10, 2008

Episode #0115! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian discuss the state of the domestic anime industry as it specifically relates to FUNimation and "DragonBall". Where did this company come from, and how exactly did they manage to exploit one single series to allow themselves to become number one in the industry? Julian's DBZ ABCs return in Japanese form, February's got some releases, and some fun e-mails round out the episode.

Feb 3, 2008

Episode #0114! VegettoEX, Meri, Julian, Jeff, and Meghan all get together to do Volume 13 of the "Manga Review of Awesomeness". The Piccolo-Daimao arc continues with its full-force as Goku returns to the scene. The characters are starting to show a huge change, and the series isn't looking back. Meri's Top 5, February's releases, fun with e-mails, and the winner of our 10th anniversary contest round out the episode.

Jan 27, 2008

Episode #0113! VegettoEX and Meri compare "TRUNKS: THE STORY" (manga) to the second DBZ TV special. As opposed to the first TV special, the manga came first this time. How do the two differ? Is one any better than the other? Some fun with an e-mail regarding randomness and expanded character backgrounds, combined with all-around awesomeness rounds out the episode.

Jan 20, 2008

Episode #0112! VegettoEX, Meri, and Jeff review a self-subtitled version of the very first DragonBall movie. Is it worth watching? Are American fans missing out on anything? Julian's nowhere to be found, so Mike continues answering Japanese questions all on his own, and we keep plugging our 10th anniversary contest.

Jan 13, 2008

Episode #0111! VegettoEX, Meri, and Jeff tackle Volume 12 in our "Manga Review of Awesomness" for the month. The 22nd Tenka-ichi Budokai comes to an end, and we have our first true "super-villain" in Piccolo-Daimao. Stories galore, January's releases, your e-mails, and our contest round out the episode.

Jan 6, 2008

Episode #0110! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian go through all of the big news from 2007. It was a year of new products, new video games, delays, sales, deaths, and strange music coincidences! How did our predictions stack up against reality? What were our "Best Of" items? What do we see coming in 2008? January's releases, your e-mails, and a contest to celebrate 10 years of "Daizenshuu EX" round out the episode!

Dec 30, 2007

Episode #0109! VegettoEX and Meri catch up on the ridiculous amount of news from the last two weeks. Another seiyuu death, FUNimation DVD news, live-action movie news, Japanese figure news, Second Life appearances, "Burst Limit" updates, Jump Festa reports, and special personal news complete the episode!

Dec 23, 2007

Episode #0108! VegettoEX and Meri discuss some fantastic holiday memories. Whether it's waiting on specific presents that you just know are in the house, or wasting a ridiculous amount of time playing video games over a holiday break, we covered it all. Well, we didn't quite cover everything... but that's where you all come in!

Dec 16, 2007

Episode #0107! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian discuss the mainy voices of Kame-Sen'nin! After Kouhei Miyauchi passed away in 1995, Hiroshi Masuoka took over as the official replacement. Why did Masahara Satou and Kinya Aikawa also randomly step in to play the character, though? More live action movie and Atari news than you can shake a stick at, a trip around the world for even more news, and your e-mails round out the episode.

Dec 9, 2007

Episode #0106! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian discuss this week's news, which clearly makes up for the lack of news in the previous week. Live action casting, FUNimation releases, and an IGN list top the news. We then dive into our final thoughts on "Sparking! METEOR" which you may be playing as "Budokai Tenkaichi 3". How does the third installment compare, and where is it heading? Meri's own Top 5 plot twists, December's releases, and some great e-mails round out the episode.

Dec 2, 2007

Episode #0105! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian discuss the extremely surprising lack of news from the last week, December's releases, and a great batch of e-mails. Jeff pops in to do Volume 11 of our "Manga Review of Awesomeness", where we decide we finally have our new favorite volume of the series thus-far.

Nov 25, 2007

Episode #0104! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian discuss the big news from the week (live-action movie and Atari news just never stops!). Later on, Jeff and Andrew pop in to review the remastered version of the Chinese live-action movie, "Dragon Ball Ultimate Edition"! How should this movie be enjoyed? The end of November's releases and a fun little e-mail round out the episode.

Nov 18, 2007

Episode #0103! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian discuss what it will take to make a WATCHABLE live-action American DB movie... not even GOOD, just WATCHABLE. We segue in with the loads of live-action movie news, FUNimation and Viz release news, and more Atari shenanigans. Meri's Top 5, November's releases, your e-mails, and our daizenshuu two giveaway contest round out the episode!

Nov 11, 2007

Episode #0102! VegettoEX, Meri, Julian, and Jeff dive into volume ten of the "Manga Review of Awesomeness". We're into the 22nd Tenka-ichi Budokai! New characters, new interactions, and a return to the total hotness. Interesting video game news, November's releases, Meri's Top 5, hidden AMV images, and a total debunking of supposed daizenshuu "translations" round out the episode.

Nov 4, 2007

Episode #0101! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian discuss in detail the major Atari vs. FUNimation license fiasco. What exactly is going on, who is in the wrong, and what can we expect in the future? Video game news, figure news, November's releases, an e-mail about Goku's various gi kanji, and our daizenshuu give-away contest round out the episode.

Oct 28, 2007

Episode #0100! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian bribe listeners with this week's news and the start-up of a daizenshuu give-away contest before looking back on the last one hundred episodes. A three-hour clip-show of all the greatest moments from the last hundred episodes rounds out the extravaganza.

Oct 21, 2007

Episode #0099! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian do the first-part review of "Sparking! METEOR" for the PS2! OK, so Julian sat out on the topic, but with everyone together we also discussed video game sales news, cosplay outfits for sale, and a slight jump into the past for old fansites and old fandom discussion.

Oct 14, 2007

Episode #0098! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian catch up on two weeks worth of news including that of video games, movies, and more. Jeff pops in to do volume nine of our "Manga Review of Awesomeness"... and what a volume it is. We all seem to be in agreement about this one! October's releases, your e-mails, and more round out the episode.

Oct 7, 2007

Episode #0097! VegettoEX and Meri record live from MangaNEXT 2007. During our panel ("DragonBall Manga: A History"), we discussed every release of DB manga from Japan and the US, along with interesting bits about specific censoring episodes the Viz translation has gone through over the years. Some brief talks about DB crossover manga, some parodies, and the future of the manga close out the episode.

Sep 30, 2007

Episode #0096! VegettoEX and Meri finally get a chance to check in with Julian over in Japan, but some audio equipment explodes, so we have to cut that conversation a little short. We discuss GT's importance in DB fandom. Should it be acknowledged? Enjoyed? Ignored? Tolerated? AWA review, October's releases, and some more e-mails round out the episode. See you next week at MangaNEXT!

Sep 23, 2007

Episode #0095! VegettoEX and Meri go over their own top five "grudge matches that may or may not have actually had some sort of physical beginning but we would like to see concluded in some sort of physical fashion"... or something like that. We "geek-out" for a bit going down the list, reminiscing about great character interactions that really need to play out to the fullest.

Sep 16, 2007

Episode #0094! VegettoEX and Meri discuss, dissect, and divulge all information on the October 2007 issue of Shonen Jump's "Dragon Ball Collector" section. From an interview with Akira Toriyama, to a translation of "Neko Majin Z 5", to a whole bunch of both relevant and entirely irrelevant information, what was the purpose of this seemingly major production? Video game news, September's releases, and your e-mails round out the episode. See you next week at AWA!

Sep 9, 2007

Episode #0093! VegettoEX, Meri, and Jeff dive into volume eight of the "Manga Review of Awesomeness." It looks like Toriyama finally figured out where he wanted the story to go! Video game news, random music news, September's releases, and your e-mails round out the episode. Julian also checks in from Japan!

Sep 2, 2007

Episode #0092! VegettoEX and Meri debut the next inconsistencies discussion with the death of Cargo. While he was killed by Freeza in the manga, his killer was changed to Dodoria for the TV series. Why was this change made? Gigantic live-action movie news, video game news, music news, September's releases, and an AMV-themed collection of e-mails round out the episode. Julian is off to Japan!

Aug 26, 2007

Episode #0091! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian follow up with a couple more song homages regarding last week's topic, and then move into this week's DBGT ending analysis. The two big questions in every fan's mind seem to be: (1) Did Goku die? and (2) Where did he go / What did he become? We'll take you through this conversation and hopefully bring up some points you may have never noticed. August's releases and some more video game e-mails round out the episode!

Aug 19, 2007

Episode #0090! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian discuss DragonBall songs with obvious homages to completely unrelated songs... or in the case of one particular song, just copy it outright. Video game news, music news, August's releases, and some in-depth e-mail responses round out the episode.

Aug 12, 2007

Episode #0089! VegettoEX, Meri, Julian, and Jeff dive into volume seven of the "Manga Review of Awesomeness." It seems to have picked up a bit from the last volume, but has Toriyama alienated some up-and-coming fans with a step backwards in humor and story-telling? Japanese figures news, American internet streaming, Meri's Top 5 Panels from volume seven, August's releases, and your e-mails round out the episode.

Aug 5, 2007

Episode #0088! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian conveniently put off volume seven of the manga in order to do another "Catching Up On E-mails" episode! Julian indeed makes his triumphant return to catch us up-to-date on all the Japanese news (video games, CDs, and more), in addition to some other random tidbits. Our e-mails always make great mini-topics, including the requisite DBZ vs. Naruto question.

Jul 29, 2007

Episode #0087! VegettoEX and Meri give an overview of Otakon from the DBZ fan's perspective. In addition to going over our panel ("The DBZ You've Never Seen") and sharing some of the things we played, we also discuss some of the great things that could be found in the dealer's room. Video clips and images accompany much of the discussion! Viz news, FUNimation news, video game news, and your e-mails round out the episode.

Jul 15, 2007

Episode #0086! VegettoEX and Meri give an overview of AnimeNEXT from the DBZ fan's perspective. What events were there, what was there to buy, and how was the Dragon World represented? Big news about Hironobu Kageyama's new theme song for "Sparking! METEOR", other gaming updates, and your e-mails round out the episode. See you at Otakon next week!

Jul 8, 2007

Episode #0085! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian record live at AnimeNEXT 2007! The DBZ Variety Hour was an hour-long panel filled with gameshow goodness, questions, prizes galore, and lots of fun fandom reminiscing from the participants. Special thanks to everyone for coming out. We look forward to seeing you again next year, and hearing back from you as our new and returning listeners!

Jul 1, 2007

Episode #0084! VegettoEX and Meri discuss all sorts of strange news from the week (another Japanese idol covers the DB TV ending, "Sparking! METEOR" characters, etc.). Julian and Jeff join us for volume six of the Manga Review of Awesomeness. It seems that the story is going somewhere now, but Toriyama still isn't quite sure how he wants the tone and pace of the overall arc to play out. AnimeNEXT is next weekend... we divulge all plans!

Jun 24, 2007

Episode #0083! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian check up on their 2007 predictions from back at the end of 2006. How have we fared thus far? Otakon and AnimeNEXT big announcements, video game news, Viz news, June's releases, and your e-mails round out the episode.

Jun 17, 2007

Episode #0082! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian discuss the idea of a "proper" English dub of DBZ... would we even be interested? To what extent would we take that interest? How would something like that fit in with the rest of the domestic anime industry? Atari financial news, Top 5 Vegeta Kills, and your e-mails round out the episode.

Jun 10, 2007

Episode #0081! VegettoEX, Meri, Julian, Jeff, and Joy (full house!) prance onwards into the lands of volume five for the "Manga Review of Awesomeness". The 21st Tenka-ichi Budokai concludes, and the Red Ribbon Army arc begins. Is the series starting to slow down a bit? Some June releases and your e-mails round out the episode.

Jun 3, 2007

Episode #0080! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian discuss the various items of news from the previous week, ranging from the death of ZARD, to the fusion dance featured in the new Zune commercial, to video game news, and more. We also discussed the use of the word "ZENKAI" and fandom's "invented meaning" for the word, which we've seen used incorrectly for years. June's releases and your e-mails round out the episode.

May 27, 2007

Episode #0079! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian discuss the big news of the "Sparking! METEOR" ("Budokai Tenkaichi 3") announcement. What are we looking forward to? What will it take to win us over this time? Can it even interest some of us in the least? Top 5 drastic character design changes, your e-mails, and more round out the episode.

May 20, 2007

Episode #0078! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian discuss Atari layoffs and Shoko Nakagawa's recent anime theme covers CD release. Why is there yet another cover of "Romantikku Ageru Yo", and why is it a single with a music video, of all things?! We cover the arrangement of the song, its vocal performance, and its DB-homage music video. A wacky e-mail rounds out the episode!

May 13, 2007

Episode #0077! VegettoEX, Meri, Julian, and Jeff discuss the ending to DBZ Movie 10... Goku: There or Not? We analyze the placement of the story, canon elements, and general fan theories to try and get to the bottom of what actually occurs in this particular scene. May's releases and your e-mails round out the episode!

May 6, 2007

Episode #0076! VegettoEX, Meri, Julian, and Jeff review, analyze, and discuss volume four of the manga. Now that the series has hit its stride, how does it compare to previous volumes? News of remastered French movie boxsets, May's releases, Top 5 couples, and your e-mails round out the episode.

Apr 29, 2007

Episode #0075! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian catch up on e-mails yet again. From the Son family's quality of living, to Goku's hick accent, to generations of fans, to being just another goddamn fanboy, we covered these topics and a whole lot more! We also conclude our DBZ Movie 8 contest and read a batch of hilarious haiku entrants sent us.

Apr 22, 2007

Episode #0074! VegettoEX and Meri discuss and review the "DragonBall Z Best Remix 2006 1/2 Special" CD. We check in with Julian at Anime Boston, Jeff stops by to read some e-mails, and we bring back a segment everyone has been asking for!

Apr 15, 2007

Episode #0073! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian discuss the character of Tapion. For someone who is only around for a single movie, why is he so popular? Is it the theme song, the character design, or something else completely? News of a new, quasi-DB animated feature, April's releases, and voice e-mail round out the episode.

Apr 8, 2007

Episode #0072! VegettoEX, Meri, Julian, and Jeff review, analyze, and discuss volume three of the manga. What about this particular volume makes it such a classic that brings a giant smile to our faces? Various items of news, April's releases, and a good batch of e-mails round out the episode.

Apr 1, 2007

Episode #0071! VegettoEX, Meri, and Jeff discuss some interesting DVD news from FUNimation (is there a potential Spanish-language release coming?), and attempt to continue the manga review with volume three... but things don't always go as planned... Is this the end of the road for our heroes? Only time (and your listening to the show) will tell!

Mar 25, 2007

Episode #0070! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian discuss today's fans with regards to the series and the way they view it (both the Japanese version and the English version, in relation to their [dis]placement)... the way FUNimation treats the property (is it "nostalgia" or "new hotness"?)... and more. Our conversation touches upon ideas that cross generations of fans, and moves into an interesting e-mail session with quite the amusing "fan".

Mar 18, 2007

Episode #0069! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian discuss the Japanese DragonBall music you can find on iTunes. From exclusive remixes to the "2005 version" CD singles, there is a good deal of music you can pick up on the cheap! News, releases, and your e-mails (including a discussion regarding an apparently well-known parody clip involving something with a "nine" and a "thousand" in it) round out the episode.

Mar 11, 2007

Episode #0068! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian start up a new topic series, discussing inconsistencies the anime creates. For our first discussion, we take a look at DBZ episode 101 where a resurrected Vegeta flies over and sees SSJ Goku with his own eyes... which never happened in the manga. A corresponding slide-show video shows you everything! News, releases, and e-mails round out the episode.

Mar 4, 2007

Episode #0067! VegettoEX, Meri, and Jeff review and analyze volume two of the manga. Three major staples of the series (Shenlong, Kamehameha, Oozaru) show up here for the first time! We also answer tons of e-mail and finally get rid of this "remastered" DBZ season one boxset that people want but apparently don't REALLY want...!

Feb 25, 2007

Episode #0066! VegettoEX and Meri discuss the dub and re-dub... from 1996! Back when FUNimation was only just getting started with DBZ, approximately a dozen references to death were re-edited and re-recorded for the dub, so we listened to and compared examples from both versions. A little discussion on the review to our DVD Season One review, our indirect Digg-ing from the last week, a couple e-mails, and our contest round out the episode!

Feb 18, 2007

Episode #0065! VegettoEX, Meri, Julian, and Corey discuss and review FUNimation's remastered DBZ season one DVD boxset. The general conclusion is that it's an insult to fandom, but listen in for our full thoughts on FUNimation's lies. And hey, if you still want the set, we're giving one away with absolutely no catch. A bit of news and your e-mails round out the episode.

Feb 11, 2007

Episode #0064! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian discuss Norio Wakamoto's performance of Cell in the TV series, and how the voice was adapted with each subsequent transformation. Some thoughts on today's ridiculous advertising, this week's news, and a few e-mails round out the episode.

Feb 4, 2007

Episode #0063! VegettoEX, Meri, and Jeff start up the new recurring segment, reviewing and analyzing the manga beginning with volume one. We also present our first ever audio press release, revealing quite possibly the biggest news ever to hit DragonBall fandom throughout the entire world.

Jan 28, 2007

Episode #0062! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian bring back Castor Troy to (finally!) review "Jump Ultimate Stars" for the Nintendo DS. We also discuss all the latest Atari video game news, answer a great batch of e-mails, and even tell a couple stories about being too old and challenging the school-children of Japan to fist-fights.

Jan 21, 2007

Episode #0061! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian discuss FUNimation's lies... err... "cover-ups"... over the years regarding their DragonBall productions. From insisting they were not allowed to release a subtitled version, the DBGT "Lost Episodes", and so much more, FUNimation's been quite the "funny" company. February's releases, your e-mails, and our "Cross Epoch" giveaway contest round out the episode!

Jan 14, 2007

Episode #0060! VegettoEX, Meri, Jeff, and Andrew discuss old gaming magazines. Why old gaming magazines? Back when anime was still niche, gaming magazines were filled with full-page spreads previewing import games, and so much more! What happened to their coverage of import games? Accompanying images showcase DBZ's coverage beginning all the way back in 1988 in the very first Nintendo Power!

Jan 7, 2007

Episode #0059! VegettoEX and Meri discuss the history of import DB gaming. To what lengths did people go, what games did they play, and why would you do it in the first place... especially today? Accompanying pictures detail the process across all systems! Your gaming e-mails and a new contest round out the episode.

Dec 31, 2006

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.

Dec 24, 2006

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.

Dec 17, 2006

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.

Dec 10, 2006

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!

Dec 3, 2006

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.

Nov 26, 2006

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.

Nov 19, 2006

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!

Nov 12, 2006

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!

Nov 5, 2006

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!

Oct 29, 2006

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.

Oct 22, 2006

Episode #0048! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian recount all the huge, international news from the last week, and give the second half of a two-part "Sparking! NEO" (JP PS2) review. DBZ ABCs, Meri's Top 5 Reasons It Sucks Being Namekian, your e-mails, and a completely new short fan parody round out the episode!

Oct 15, 2006

Episode #0047! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian dive into the first half of a two-part "Sparking! NEO" (JP PS2) review. How does the game feel after only a few days of playing? Top 5 Welcome Character Additions in the game, DBZ ABCs, your e-mails, and a little rant on bootlegging round out the episode.

Oct 8, 2006

Episode #0046! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian talk with Jeff Heller and Andrew Deluxe about what it is about DragonBall that makes you a fan... or not a fan. As either an anime fan or not an anime fan, is there anything about that show to drag you in or keep you away? How does it relate to other fandoms, both casual and niche?

Oct 1, 2006

Episode #0045! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian talk about video game news and fun things from Anime Weekend Atlanta! All the great purchases from the con (daizenshuu, posters, DVDs, video games...), early morning phone calls, new AMVs, and more! DBZ ABCs, Top 5 Stolen Attacks, your e-mails, and the announcement of our "Super DragonBall Z" contest winner round out the episode!

Sep 24, 2006

Episode #0044! VegettoEX, Meri, Julian, and Andrew talk about gender roles in the series; how are females portrayed, and are their characters written into a corner by all becoming mothers? We also compare stories and authors (Oda, Kishimoto, Takahashi, etc.) with their DB counterparts. Releases for October, some old e-mails, and our "Super DragonBall Z" contest round out the episode!

Sep 17, 2006

Episode #0043! VegettoEX, Meri, Julian, and Jeff talk about "Jump Ultimate Stars" news and Toriyama's involvement in the "Kochikame" 30th anniversary with a new crossover manga chapter! We also discuss the amazing video pieces recently placed online by Peking Duck! Releases for September, some e-mails, and our "Super DragonBall Z" contest round out the episode!

Sep 10, 2006

Episode #0042! VegettoEX, Meri, and our buddy Jeff talk about working on the Doomrider AMV project, and rant for a bit about the information available on Wikipedia. Stories abound in this episode as we fill you in on even more releases for September, answer some e-mails, and debut our "Super DragonBall Z" contest!

Sep 3, 2006

Episode #0041! VegettoEX, Julian, and Meri give a full rundown of just about every single DragonBall reference book released in Japan; the daizenshuu, Perfect Files, LANDMARK, FOREVER, and more! Various game news, Julian's ABCs, and Meri's Top 5 list amusingly related to the topic round out the episode.

Aug 27, 2006

Episode #0040! VegettoEX, Julian, and Meri give a complete analysis of Gohan's character arc. How did Gohan grow as a character from child to adult, and how did his character arc influence the greater story? Random game news, Julian's ABCs, Meri's Top 5 Gohan Fights, and your e-mails round out the episode.