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A group of friends, a disc of anime, a bottle of wine... Better make it two bottles.

Episode 104 - Tomorrow Never Comes (Urusei Yatsura Movie 2: Beautiful Dreamer) 0

Aug 27, 2020

On this episode of the Vintage Anime Club Podcast, we go back to Tomobiki where the local high school is ramping up the hustle and bustle before the school festival tomorrow. Except that it keeps being tomorrow. So join Diana, Ed, Kate, Sam, Dennis, and returning special guest Eron as we discuss Urusei Yatura Movie 2: Beautiful Dreamer, which was released in 1984. The Urashima Taro references are very much at the forefront of this one, along with a few other things that we deep dive into, with some of Oshii's early experimentation with film, if this needed to actually be with Urusei Yatsura characters, inspiration for other films, and the contrast in reception between this versus the first film Only You.

Thanks to Eron (@eronrauch) for being a guest, and check out his digital photobook about locations in Yakuza 0 called "Such is the Power of The Empty Lot," available from Heterotopias.

Support the show by purchasing Urusei Yatsura Movie 2: Beautiful Dream on Blu-ray through our Amazon affiliate link! https://amzn.to/31tV11B

Dennis: @ichnob | Diana: @binkxy | Ed: @ippennokuinashi | Kate: @TaikoChan | Sam: @EssFive

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Episode 103 - Galactic Party Bus (Urusei Yatsura Movie 1: Only You) 0

Aug 13, 2020

On this episode we have Diana, Ed, Karen, Kate, Dennis, and the return of Sam to discuss the first Urusei Yatsura movie Only You, released in 1983. Based on Rumiko Takahashi's first serialized manga, and the feature length directorial debut for Mamoru Oshii, we see glimpses of story, design, and direction in their more globally known works that we're more familiar with. We can't help but bring up some Ranma comparisons, why Ataru is surrounded by all the ladies, weird alien customs, one of anime's earliest himbos, Wedding Crashers, and puns for days. CW: We also discuss briefly about the scandal with the writer for Shonen Jump's Act-Age manga in our news section.

Urusei Yatsura: Only You is out of print on DVD and not available on Blu-ray yet, but Discotek does have plans to re-release it soon.

Special thanks to Alec of Anime Los Angeles for lending us his DVD copy of the Animeigo release.

And as stated in news and the sign off, here is the WCS Kickstarter page. Suport this wonderful cosplay event if you have the means: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/wcs/1043810599/?ref=kicktraq

And because we talked about it, support the show by purchasing some of these citranella candles on Amazon, and avoid bug bites while you're being socially distant outside in your yard/driveway/outdoor area: https://amzn.to/31MtqYf

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Episode 102 - Pacific Rim QWOP (Robot Carnival) 0

Jul 30, 2020

On this episode, Dennis, Ed, Garrett, and Kate discuss the 1987 anthology film Robot Carnival. Nine directers with their own segments delve into the theme of robots with their short films, and we go over each of them. There's quite a bit of action, drama, suspense, romance, and even some creep factor. Come for the robots, stay for the robots. No matter the destruction they cause.

Support the show by purchasing Robot Carnival on Blu-ray through our Amazon affiliate link! https://amzn.to/307Qdy2

Dennis: @ichnob | Ed: @ippennokuinashi | Garrett: @blkriku | Kate: @TaikoChan

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Episode 101 - Big Dome Energy (Slayers Next 6 of 6) 0

Jul 16, 2020

It's our Slayers Next finale, with Diana, Ed, Garrett, Karen, Kate, and Dennis! After discussing the multiple online conventions over the July 4th weekend, we finally find out what happens to Gourry. There's the return of some of our favorite season 1 side characters, a city of ghosts, a surprising spell from Sylphiel, Martina winning, unexpected romance, a wedding, and some brand new eyecatches.

Support the show by purchasing Slayers seasons 1-3 on DVD through our Amazon affiliate link! DVD: https://amzn.to/2KFsahF

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Episode 100 - That's No Yoda (Slayers Next 5 of 6) 0

Jul 2, 2020

Yes, even we find it hard to believe. But here we are, episode 100! In continuing with Slayers Next discussion, we're getting very close to the end. We got late game villains popping up every which way! So come join hosts Dennis, Kate, Ed, Karen, and Garrett in our penultimate Slayers Next discussion. We talk some Star Wars parallels, Gaavs terrible fashion sense, Xellos' "true" motives, romance among our heroes, and still waiting for Sylphiel.

Support the show by purchasing Slayers seasons 1-3 on DVD through our Amazon affiliate link! DVD: https://amzn.to/2KFsahF

Dennis: @ichnob | Ed: @ippennokuinashi | Garrett: @blkriku | Karen: @RyaCosplay | Kate: @TaikoChan

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Episode 99 - A One Way Boomerang (Slayers Next 4 of 6) 0

Jun 18, 2020

For today's episode, we took a week off to let other voices be heard, with the world being the in awful state that it is in right now. But your favorite wine drinking, anime watching crew is back, and we're over halfway done through our Slayers Next rewatch! Ed, Diana, Karen, Kate, Garrett, and Dennis go over the next four, mostly standalone episodes before we get back into the main story. Lina and Amelia put on an idol concert! Everyone wear mascot costumes? Martina does her namesake proud with a fantasy tennis match. And Gourry dons the dress once again.

Support the show by purchasing Slayers seasons 1-3 on DVD through our Amazon affiliate link! DVD: https://amzn.to/2KFsahF

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Episode 98 - The Seiyruun Accords (Slayers Next 3 of 6) 0

May 28, 2020

It's part 3 of our revisit with Slayers Next! Garrett's now a full-fledged host, joining Diana, Ed, Dennis, Kate, and Karen discussion episodes 10-13 (36-39 per Funimation's website). Lina tries to get her magic back, Xellos actually starts being useful, inspiration for Avengers: Age of Ultron, who's the actual mastermind behind these monsters, and Lina's new magic hotness. You better get ready!

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Episode 97 - Iron Chef Cowboy (Slayers Next 2 of 6) 0

May 14, 2020

On this episode, the big three are back with your next batch of Slayers Next episode recaps. We're going over Slayers Next episodes 6-9 (or 32-35 on Funi's website). So join Ed, Kate, and Dennis as they discuss what is most likely the first of many of Martina's returns, a cowboy chef training montage in regards to dragon hunting and dragon cuisine, the absolute disrespect for Zelgadis, more Xellos being Xellos, getting deeper with a season 1 plot point with Amelia's father, and more hilarity with Lina and crew.

Support the show by purchasing Slayers seasons 1-3 on DVD through our Amazon affiliate link! DVD: https://amzn.to/2KFsahF

Dennis: @ichnob | Ed: @ippennokuinashi | Kate: @TaikoChan

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Episode 96 - Basically the Truth (Slayers Next 1 of 6) 0

Apr 30, 2020

On this episode, we're going back to the fun, fantasy anime universe with Slayers season 2, more commonly known as Slayers Next! Even though it's been only a few months since we finished season 1, we thought we could use a little bit of fun by revisiting this series. Ed and Diana lead the discussion also featuring Garrett, Karen, Kate, and Dennis. We discuss recurring gag comfort food, not trusting a priest again, finding out another of Lina's weaknesses, secret secrets are no fun, and Mr. Freeze.

Support the show by purchasing Slayers seasons 1-3 on DVD through our Amazon affiliate link! DVD: https://amzn.to/2KFsahF

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Episode 95 - Lofi Hip Hop Beats to Podcast To (Whisper of the Heart) 0

Apr 16, 2020

On this episode, the club revisits the 1995 Ghibli movie Whisper of the Heart. Prepare to get "Take Me Home, Country Roads" stuck in your head for the next few days! We discuss great quarantine/background music YouTube channel chilledcow, middle school crushes, nostalgia for analogue, chonky cats, dapper cat couples, and deciding your career path as a preteen.

Thanks to special guests Alicia (@nightkinks) and Jet (@jetspectacular) for joining us!

Support the show by purchasing Whisper of the Heart on Blu-ray/DVD through our Amazon affiliate link! https://amzn.to/2Vwsqof

Dennis: @ichnob | Ed: @ippennokuinashi | Karen: @RyaCosplay | Kate: @TaikoChan

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Episode 94 - Count Erfeit (Lupin III: The Castle of Cagliostro) 0

Apr 3, 2020

Hope everyone is being safe out there. On this episode, the club gets together online again to discuss Miyazaki's first ever directed feature, Lupin III: The Castle of Cagliostro. This 1979 film was made by a bunch of people who would eventually make up the early core of Studio Ghibli. So it's a Ghibli film in spirit, but not technically a Ghibli film. We go over some of the reception to Lupin's portrayal, some differences in the Streamline version that's on Netflix, Lupin's age, old currency, extreme Home Alone, and so much more. Hope you have enough wine with you to enjoy this one, because it's a long one. And don't forget to wash your hands!

Support the show by purchasing Lupin III: The Castle of Cagliostro through our Amazon Affiliate link: https://amzn.to/2US1GOA (at the time of the episode, it is sold out, but is available to stream on Netflix)

Dennis: @ichnob | Ed: @ippennokuinashi | Karen: @RyaCosplay | Kate: @TaikoChan | Garrett: @blkriku

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Episode 93 - Transporter Kenshiro (Riding Bean) 0

Mar 19, 2020

With self-quarantining and social distancing well underway, we scrap our initial choice for this episode to one that we can all stream legally and discuss over Discord. So instead of Garzey's Wing, club members Dennis, Ed, Kate, and Karen discuss 1989's Riding Bean from Kenichi Sonoda. We're revisiting Chicago in an anime again! There's exciting car chase sequences, a tricked out super car, Mission Impossible style disguises, a different looking Rally Vincent, what is and isn't bulletproof, and some major gaslighting.

Support the show by purchasing Riding Bean on DVD through our Amazon Affiliate link: https://amzn.to/2xLwLeN

While we are not affiliated, you can also purchase Riding Bean on Blu-Ray through Animeigo's website, and officially stream it in English through HiDive/VRV.

Dennis: @ichnob | Ed: @ippennokuinashi | Karen: @RyaCosplay | Kate: @TaikoChan

Be safe, stay indoors if you can, and watch some anime. Kanpai!

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Episode 92 - I Never Give Up Forever (Mobile Suit Gundam 0080: War in the Pocket) 0

Mar 4, 2020

On this episode, the crew goes extra long after a corrupted hard drive loses the first half of our Gundam 0080 talk. So instead, Dennis, Ed, Karen, Kate, and returning guest Jet discuss all 6 episodes of War in the Pocket. We discuss Al's super powers of marathon running, terrible trade skills, Chris being the best girl next door, Garcia and Mikhail's dub accents, crocodile tears, and bad Federation policies. So grab yourself a hamburger, because daddy's coming home for Christmas.

Special thanks to returning guest Jet! (@jetspectacular)

Support the show by purchasing Mobile Suit Gundam 0080: War in the Pocket through our Amazon affiliate link! https://amzn.to/2IliDLe

Dennis: @ichnob | Ed: @ippennokuinashi | Karen: @RyaCosplay | Kate: @TaikoChan

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Episode 91 - She's Got a Gun-nife (Gunsmith Cats) 0

Feb 6, 2020

On this episode the crew goes over the 1995 OVA series Gunsmith Cats, from Kenichi Sonoda. Action, thrills, excitement -- all in the classic anime setting of...Chicago? Hope you like action and fast cars. Where have we heard that tagline before? We discuss May's psyche, the picturesque look of the city, searching for a private yacht club in South Michigan, and why is Rally allowed to be so heavily armed as a private citizen. Featuring the voices of Dennis, Ed, Karen, Kate, and Garrett.

Gunsmith Cats is currently available to purchase through Animeigo's website.

Dennis: @ichnob | Ed: @ippennokuinashi | Karen: @RyaCosplay | Kate: @TaikoChan | Garrett: @blkriku

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Episode 90 - Anime, Drugs, and Rock N' Roll (On Your Mark) 0

Jan 23, 2020

On this episode, we have more than a full clubhouse to discuss the animated short video of On Your Mark, with music by Chage & Aska and animation by Studio Ghibli from 1995. Diana, Ed, Kate, Dennis, Karen, Garrett, and Sam are joined by special guest Eron, making his first actual episode appearance (he was on the Project A-Ko Facebook Live we did on New Years Eve). There's a brief history on the super duo CHAGE & ASKA, trying to explain what went on in the music video visuals, some inspirations behind Miyazaki's imagery, and surprisingly so much more than what would be your normal music video discussion.

Thanks to special guest Eron (@eronrauch) for joining us on this episode!

On Your Mark is not available for purchase in North America, but you can officially own it in the Studio Ghibli Short Film Collection that was released in July of 2019.

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Episode 89.5 - Vintage Anime: 25 Years, 1995 Edition (Anime Los Angeles 2020 Panel) 0

Jan 16, 2020

Recorded live from Anime Los Angeles in Ontario, California, the Vintage Anime Club discusses some popular anime from 1995. Enjoy the music and the trip down memory lane!

Dennis: @ichnob | Diana: @binkxy | Karen: @RyaCosplay | Kate: @TaikoChan | Garrett: @blkriku

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Episode 89 - Big Bad Beetleborgs (El-Hazard: The Magnificent World 3 of 3) 0

Dec 19, 2019

On our last episode for 2019, the club gets together one more time this year to discuss the last two episodes of El-Hazard: The Magnificent World. While we all knew how things would ultimately play out, it was more about the reveals and repercussions. What is Fatora actually like? Will we know more about the Phantom Tribe? How do Nanami and Shayla Shayla feel about Ifurita? How will all this timey-wimey nonsense resolve itself? Featuring the voices of Dennis, Ed, Karen, Kate, and Garrett.

Also stick around for an extended post episode stinger. Before we go over this episode's wine pairings, we also discuss our favorite anime titles of 2019.

Dennis: @ichnob | Ed: @ippennokuinashi | Karen: @RyaCosplay | Kate: @TaikoChan | Garrett: @blkriku

Unfortunately, the Pioneer El-Hazard OVA set is out of print. You can still find it on the secondary market. But RightStuf/Nozomi Entertainment will be re-releasing the set sometime in 2020.

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Episode 88 - Hubba Hubba Zoot Zoot (El-Hazard: The Magnificent World 2 of 3) 0

Nov 20, 2019

On this episode, we're down to a trio of hosts with Ed, Kate, and Dennis to discuss episodes 4 and 5 of El-Hazard: The Mysterious World. Ifurita is awake, and wrecking things. But there's more going on in El-Hazard than an ancient demon weapon. What's the deal with Galus and Nahato? Shayla Shayla and Nanami exchange insults, including a dub translation that probably wouldn't work today. Bugram party times, including a reference to one of the oldest AMVs we can remember. And our heroes' plans not really working out all that well for now. Luckily, you won't have to wait 10,000 for the conclusion. But we are pushing back the finale by a week.

Watch the Jinnai and the Bugrom LIVE! by Studio Hybrid on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/OIM2dV9R7fA

Dennis: @ichnob | Ed: @ippennokuinashi | Kate: @TaikoChan

Unfortunately, the Pioneer El-Hazard OVA set is out of print. You can still find it on the secondary market. But RightStuf/Nozomi Entertainment will be re-releasing the set sometime in 2020.

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Episode 87 - I Don't Know Her (El-Hazard: The Magnificent World 1 of 3) 0

Nov 7, 2019

On this episode, Diana hosts for one of her favorite anime series ever, El-Hazard: The Magnificent World, along with Karen, Ed, Kate, Dennis, and Garrett. We go over the first three episodes of this seven-part 1995 OVA series that came out when Pioneer was the dominant laser disc company. We talk bad princess etiquette, maniacal laughs, cute bugs, best cats, same sex relationships in the 90s, and being a functional alcoholic.

Unfortunately, the Pioneer El-Hazard OVA set is out of print. You can still find it on the secondary market. But RightStuf/Nozomi Entertainment will be re-releasing the set sometime in 2020.

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Episode 86 - Book Friends for Life (Captain Harlock: Arcadia of My Youth) 0

Oct 23, 2019

On this episode Garrett and Han make their return to join Ed, Kate, and Dennis as they revisit another Leiji Matsumoto title, 1982's Captain Harlock: Arcadia of My Youth. Origins of Harlock, pirate radio frequencies, alliance changes, gene memories, and friendships that transcend time and space -- this film has a lot to unpack, and we try to make sense of it all!

Thanks to returning guest Han for also joining us!

Dennis: @ichnob | Ed: @ippennokuinashi | Kate: @TaikoChan | Garrett: @blkriku

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Episode 85.5 - Gundam Movie Trilogy Bonus Chat 0

Oct 18, 2019

On this bonus episode, Karen and Kate were finally able to watch Mobile Suit Gundam Movie III: Encounters in Space. Lots of feelings were had, so Dennis discusses it with them.

Dennis: @ichnob | Karen: @RyaCosplay | Kate: @TaikoChan

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Episode 85 - Sokan's Next Top Empress (Like the Clouds, Like the Wind) 0

Oct 10, 2019

On this episode, Karen, Ed, Kate, and Dennis visit the made for TV 1990 anime movie Like the Clouds, Like the Wind. You think it's similar to the Prince and the Pauper set in ancient fantasy mainland Asia, but instead it turns Game of Thrones on us. And even though it might seem like it is an uncredited Studio Ghibli project, thanks to the sleuthing from Diana, we get down to the bottom of that error from so long ago. Yup, Diana also joins us near the end! We also talk ancient studying, Tamyun being the best girl, OG Mean Girls, and why boredom is dangerous.

Dennis: @ichnob | Diana: @binkxy | Ed: @ippennokuinashi | Karen: @RyaCosplay | Kate: @TaikoChan

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Episode 84 - That Newtype Ability (Mobile Suit Gundam Movie 3: Encounters in Space) 0

Sep 26, 2019

On our final Gundam movie trilogy talk, Ed and Dennis are joined by Mike L over Discord to discuss Encounters in Space. Mike hasn't been on since Pom Poko, so it was a great chance to have him on again. Those missing epic battles from movie 2? Turns out they're all here in movie 3. We've also got suprise love squares, psychic battles and telepathy, horse back riding, fencing, betrayal after betrayal, and so much more regarding Newtypes. We think we're finally starting to understand them...maybe. Salute to the best ship names: Camel, Kwamel, and Swamel.

Thanks to special guest Mike L (@HolySpacePug) for being on through Discord!

Dennis: @ichnob | Ed: @ippennokuinashi

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Episode 83 - It's Newtype, not Smartype (Mobile Suit Gundam Movie 2: Soldiers of Sorrow) 0

Sep 12, 2019

On this episode, we've got the a quartet of hosts in Ed, Karen, Kate, and Dennis discussing the second movie in the Gundam Movie Trilogy, Soldiers of Sorrow. Released just a few months after the first movie, the constant battles that White Base has endured begins taking its toll on the crew. Sayla, Amuro, and Kai become insubordinate. White Base security is non-existant. Fan favorite side characters have to die. Mirai shower scene? Won't someone think of the children!

Dennis: @ichnob | Ed: @ippennokuinashi | Karen: @RyaCosplay | Kate: @TaikoChan

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Episode 82 - "Get in the Robot, Amuro" (Mobile Suit Gundam: The Movie) 0

Aug 29, 2019

On this episode, the club revisits one of main catalysts for anime mecha fandom and plastic model kit builders. That's right, we're going over Mobile Suit Gundam, at least in its movie trilogy format. Celebrating its 40th Anniversary, what better time to watch the one that started it all. Joining the hosts Dennis, Ed, Kate, and Karen, we have returning guest Mike, and brand new special guest Jet! Thanks to these two Gundam experts, we go over the first parts of the One Year War. From Amuro being a pro at reading the manual, figuring out what exactly Char is up to, Garma's fabulous hair, wondering why kids are on a battleship, and swooning over Matilda, let's go back to the year Universal Century 0079. Grab yourself a Gunpla kit, we're in the One Year War.

Many thanks again to our special guests Mike and Jet (@jetspectacular) for being on!

Dennis: @ichnob | Ed: @ippennokuinashi | Karen: @RyaCosplay | Kate: @TaikoChan

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