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    Zaku Talk

    Learn story structure by comparing and contrasting the narrative tactics employed by shows within the Gundam metaverse. Each season will pit two Gundam series against each other as Patrick and his special guest co-host dissect the flaws and merits of each one.
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    Episodes (50)

    Never Ending Story

    Never Ending Story

    Patrick and Bob compare and contrast Gundam Wing and G Gundam by watching the Gundam Wing movie Endless Waltz to learn what works and does not about each of them. 

    The cast says goodbye to Bob who is off to greener pastures now that Patrick has let him out of podcast jail. Lev plays it cools as Bob walks out of the recording booth for one last time, but everyone knows he's crying on the inside. Will Lev now include Bob on his annual Christmas card list? Find out on this week's episode of Zaku Talk!

    E-mail the host as zakutalkcast@gmail.com

    Read up on the opera 'Circus:Days and Nights' by the incomparable Philip Glass: https://cirkor.se/en/circusdaysandnights

    Find the Zaku Talk podcast at: well, here. Good work, you made it.

    As always, support Gundam and anime in general at: https://www.rightstufanime.com/

     

    Opening song - White Reflection by Two-Mix

    Ending song - Last Impression by Two-Mix

    Artwork by Kiley Mantis

    zaku, talk, gundam, skeyhill, quixotic, wing, g, skerry, movie, last, impression, white, reflection, endless, waltz

    Right to the Bitter End

    Right to the Bitter End

    Patrick and Bob compare and contrast episode 49 of Gundam Wing and G Gundam to learn what works and does not about each of them. 

    Patrick and Bob finish up the two series and look back on how these shows impacted their lives. Lev cleverly hides a whoopie cushion to keep things from getting too sentimental. How bears the brunt of his prank? Find out on this week's episode of Zaku Talk!

    E-mail the host as zakutalkcast@gmail.com

    The Father: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10272386/

    As always, support Gundam and anime in general at: https://www.rightstufanime.com/

     

    Opening song - Erupting Burning Finger by Kohei Tanaka

    Ending song - Rhythm Emotion by Two-Mix

    Kizu Dakare no Yume wo Nigiri Shimete by Kohei Tanaka

    Artwork by Kiley Mantis

    zaku, talk, gundam, skeyhill, quixotic, wing, g, skerry, rhythm, emotion, erupting, burning, finger, forty, nine, 49

    It's the Final Dungeon

    It's the Final Dungeon

    Patrick and Bob compare and contrast episode 48 of Gundam Wing and G Gundam to learn what works and does not about each of them. 

    Patrick mourns the loss of a dear friend. Bob tries to determine how much he could chuck if he could chuck wood. Lev wants him to shut up about. What does he do to silence Bob? Find out on this week's episode of Zaku Talk!

    E-mail the host as zakutalkcast@gmail.com

    Akhnaten (and Satyagraha) performed at the Met, available at: https://www.metoperashop.org/all-products/browse/keyword/akhnaten-orange-mountain-music?utm_source=MOSHome&utm_medium=MOSHome&utm_campaign=MOSBannerButtons&utm_content=Banner5

    Funny videos available at: https://www.dropout.tv/

     

    Opening song - Erupting Burning Finger by Kohei Tanaka

    Ending song - Rhythm Emotion by Two-Mix

    Artwork by Kiley Mantis

    zaku, talk, gundam, skeyhill, quixotic, wing, g, skerry, rhythm, emotion, erupting, burning, finger, forty, eight, 48

    A Very Special Episode

    A Very Special Episode

    Patrick and Bob compare and contrast episode 47 of Gundam Wing and G Gundam to learn what works and does not about each of them. 

    Warning: Patrick and Bob descend into heavy banter. And Lev does nothing to stop them. What was Lev too busy doing? Find out on this week's episode of Zaku Talk!

    E-mail the host as zakutalkcast@gmail.com

     

    Opening song - Erupting Burning Finger by Kohei Tanaka

    Ending song - Rhythm Emotion by Two-Mix

    Artwork by Kiley Mantis

    zaku, talk, gundam, skeyhill, quixotic, wing, g, skerry, rhythm, emotion, erupting, burning, finger, forty, seven, 47

    It's Time to D-D-D-Duel!

    It's Time to D-D-D-Duel!

    Patrick and Bob compare and contrast episode 46 of Gundam Wing and G Gundam to learn what works and does not about each of them. 

    Patrick thinks that his downstairs neighbor is breaking bad. Bob does not realize that Lev has spiked his drink and accidentally spills his darkest secret. What did Lev spike it with? Find out on this week's episode of Zaku Talk!

    E-mail the host as zakutalkcast@gmail.com

     

    Opening song - Erupting Burning Finger by Kohei Tanaka

    Ending song - Rhythm Emotion by Two-Mix

    Artwork by Kiley Mantis

    zaku, talk, gundam, skeyhill, quixotic, wing, g, skerry, rhythm, emotion, erupting, burning, finger, forty, six, 46

    The Queen's (Relena's) Gambit

    The Queen's (Relena's) Gambit

    Patrick and Bob compare and contrast episode 45 of Gundam Wing and G Gundam to learn what works and does not about each of them. 

    Bob gives Lev a lift to the studio when his car breaks down. Bonding maybe ensues. Patrick pretends that Bob is invisible. But is it actually pretend? Find out on this week's episode of Zaku Talk!

    E-mail the host as zakutalkcast@gmail.com

    Trials of Mana for multiple platforms: https://trialsofmana.square-enix-games.com/en-us

    Get your Gunpla at Premium Bandai: https://p-bandai.com/us

     

    Opening song - Erupting Burning Finger by Kohei Tanaka

    Ending song - Rhythm Emotion by Two-Mix

    Artwork by Kiley Mantis

    zaku, talk, gundam, skeyhill, quixotic, wing, g, skerry, rhythm, emotion, erupting, burning, finger, forty, five, 45

    Schrodinger's Kyoji

    Schrodinger's Kyoji

    Patrick and Bob compare and contrast episode 44 of Gundam Wing and G Gundam to learn what works and does not about each of them. 

    Patrick complains about the 2021 Oscar selections. Bob is sad when his apple seems to hate him. Lev offers to help by eating the apple in an act of solidarity. How will Bob react? Find out on this week's episode of Zaku Talk!

    E-mail the host as zakutalkcast@gmail.com

    Andrei Tarkovsky's 'Mirror' soon available from Criterion: https://www.criterion.com/films/28894-mirror

     

    Opening song - Erupting Burning Finger by Kohei Tanaka

    Ending song - Rhythm Emotion by Two-Mix

    Artwork by Kiley Mantis

    zaku, talk, gundam, skeyhill, quixotic, wing, g, skerry, rhythm, emotion, erupting, burning, finger, forty, four, 44

    Gundam Cats Ho!

    Gundam Cats Ho!

    Patrick and Bob compare and contrast episode 43 of Gundam Wing and G Gundam to learn what works and does not about each of them. 

    Patrick reminisces about a time when peanuts only cost a nickle. Bob has been hypnotized into thinking he's a grumpy turtle. Lev is very satisfied with his hypnosis practice. How long has he been practicing for? Find out on this week's episode of Zaku Talk!

    E-mail the host as zakutalkcast@gmail.com

    Retro-style 'The Prisoner' action figures available at: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/wanderingplanettoys/the-prisoner-retro-style-action-figures/?ref=kicktraq

    Pokemon available at: everywhere?

     

    Opening song - Erupting Burning Finger by Kohei Tanaka

    Ending song - Rhythm Emotion by Two-Mix

    Artwork by Kiley Mantis

    zaku, talk, gundam, skeyhill, quixotic, wing, g, skerry, rhythm, emotion, erupting, burning, finger, forty, three, 43

    The Wild World of Wufei

    The Wild World of Wufei

    Patrick and Bob compare and contrast episode 42 of Gundam Wing and G Gundam to learn what works and does not about each of them. 

    This get hot when Patrick and Bob argue about the nature of world-saving and justice. Lev tries his best to stay out of it by streaming Netflix. What's he binging this week? Find out on this week's episode of Zaku Talk!

    E-mail the host as zakutalkcast@gmail.com

    Hopefully you can find this Trigun D20 BESM expansion book somewhere: https://index.rpg.net/display-entry.phtml?mainid=3670

    Yugioh cards available at: everywhere?

     

    Opening song - Erupting Burning Finger by Kohei Tanaka

    Ending song - Rhythm Emotion by Two-Mix

    Artwork by Kiley Mantis

    zaku, talk, gundam, skeyhill, quixotic, wing, g, skerry, rhythm, emotion, erupting, burning, finger, forty, two, 42

    Quite the Bulge

    Quite the Bulge

    Patrick and Bob compare and contrast episode 41 of Gundam Wing and G Gundam to learn what works and does not about each of them. 

    Bob gives Lev the silent treatment when Lev poorly records the audio of the episode. Lev shows a softer side in the wake of this. Patrick realizes he has a fear of spice mice. How spicy are they? Find out on this week's episode of Zaku Talk!

    E-mail the host as zakutalkcast@gmail.com

    Ad Infinitum - a biography of Latin: https://www.amazon.com/Ad-Infinitum-Biography-Nicholas-Ostler/dp/0802716792 

    Written works of Musashi: https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/complete-musashi-the-book-of-five-rings-and-other-works--the-definitive-translations-of-the-complete-writings-of-miyamoto-musashi---japans-greatest-samurai/26788484/item/43715870/?gclid=CjwKCAjw9r-DBhBxEiwA9qYUpRwSANczuAM9R3SfMoZ48DAxmap9HzfePk0JCgXE_XVwwSk8Nif2BBoCna0QAvD_BwE#idiq=43715870&edition=43512085

     

    Opening song - Erupting Burning Finger by Kohei Tanaka

    Ending song - Rhythm Emotion by Two-Mix

    Artwork by Kiley Mantis

    zaku, talk, gundam, skeyhill, quixotic, wing, g, skerry, rhythm, emotion, erupting, burning, finger, forty, one, 41

    Chekhov's Gundam

    Chekhov's Gundam

    Patrick and Bob compare and contrast episode 40 of Gundam Wing and G Gundam to learn what works and does not about each of them. 

    Patrick hates when things have titles, so he has chosen to give up his name. Bob, trying to appeal the salamander that lives in the toilet, builds an alter to the creature's ancesters . Lev tries to shackle the podcaster formerly known as Patrick with an embarrassing nickname. What devious name has he devised? Find out on this week's episode of Zaku Talk!

    E-mail the host as zakutalkcast@gmail.com

    World of Wong Kar-Wai box set available at: https://www.criterion.com/boxsets/4117-world-of-wong-kar-wai

    Anime 5E (formerly BESM): https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/dyskami/anime-5e-fifth-edition-fantasy-role-playing-reimagined

     

    Opening song - Erupting Burning Finger by Kohei Tanaka

    Ending song - Just Communication by Two-Mix

    Artwork by Kiley Mantis

    zaku, talk, gundam, skeyhill, quixotic, wing, g, skerry, communication, erupting, burning, finger, forty, nine, 40

    That Stupid Cat

    That Stupid Cat

    Patrick and Bob compare and contrast episode 39 of Gundam Wing and G Gundam to learn what works and does not about each of them. 

    Patrick is drinking too much water and is now afraid of popping. Bob, trying to get back into beach shape, tries a new diet of eating only live crabs, shells and all. Lev is reading a book during the recording. What book is he reading? Find out on this week's episode of Zaku Talk!

    E-mail the host as zakutalkcast@gmail.com

    Give Twin Peaks - The Return another chance: https://www.amazon.com/Twin-Peaks-Limited-Event-Blu-ray/dp/B076M4XM6H/ref=sr_1_2?crid=3ELTYY0206QPT&dchild=1&keywords=twin+peaks+the+return+blu+ray&qid=1616742490&s=movies-tv&sprefix=twin+peaks+%2Cinstant-video%2C220&sr=1-2

    Fabulous App available at: https://www.thefabulous.co/

     

    Opening song - Erupting Burning Finger by Kohei Tanaka

    Ending song - Just Communication by Two-Mix

    Artwork by Kiley Mantis

    zaku, talk, gundam, skeyhill, quixotic, wing, g, skerry, communication, erupting, burning, finger, thirty, nine, 39

    Here on Trowa's Island

    Here on Trowa's Island

    Patrick and Bob compare and contrast episode 38 of Gundam Wing and G Gundam to learn what works and does not about each of them. 

    Bob feels a strong link to a mysterious stranger, but his Facebook stalking has yielded little results. Patrick does not understand how social media works and is of no help. Lev could help but chooses not to. What does he have to do that's more important? Find out on this week's episode of Zaku Talk!

    E-mail the host as zakutalkcast@gmail.com

    Mixtape by Sad Night Dynamite: https://www.sadnightdynamite.com/music/

    Voice Straws available at: https://voicestraw.com/

    EccoJams Vol. 1, by Chuck Person: https://youtu.be/unN7QvSWSTo

    Opening song - Erupting Burning Finger by Kohei Tanaka

    Ending song - Just Communication by Two-Mix

    Artwork by Kiley Mantis

    zaku, talk, gundam, skeyhill, quixotic, wing, g, skerry, communication, erupting, burning, finger, thirty, eight, 38

    Spin-off Showcase

    Spin-off Showcase

    Patrick and Bob compare and contrast episode 37 of Gundam Wing and G Gundam to learn what works and does not about each of them. 

    Bob for some reason plugs other podcasts. Patrick tries to silence him but becomes distracted by the smell of freshly made pie. Did Lev make the pie? Find out on this week's episode of Zaku Talk!

    E-mail the host as zakutalkcast@gmail.com

    Gorillaz's Song Machine season 1: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtKoi37ubAW2llPOBURWbOS7tI9grUpte

    Kawaii Desupointment podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0Y8cXILaLAnS0TiPhBAj6N?si=NwTrk8WtSAaTrGi-qKktoQ&nd=1

    They're Not Cousins podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5leZwcFPY3iecF2CdtqqkB?si=E80N5-L_QoGwNpfcwQ8C-A&nd=1

    Opening song - Erupting Burning Finger by Kohei Tanaka

    Ending song - Just Communication by Two-Mix

    Artwork by Kiley Mantis

    zaku, talk, gundam, skeyhill, quixotic, wing, g, skerry, communication, erupting, burning, finger, thirty, seven, 37

    Obligatory Patrick McGoohan Episode

    Obligatory Patrick McGoohan Episode

    Patrick and Bob compare and contrast episode 36 of Gundam Wing and G Gundam to learn what works and does not about each of them. 

    A true secret agent makes himself known to the team today to save the show. Who or what is this menacing new threat? Find out on this week's episode of Zaku Talk!

    E-mail the host as zakutalkcast@gmail.com

    Learn about Japan's American Football League at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/X-League

    Pokemon stuff is still coming out: Just Google new Pokemon Stuff

    Opening song - Erupting Burning Finger by Kohei Tanaka

    Ending song - Just Communication by Two-Mix

    Artwork by Kiley Mantis

    zaku, talk, gundam, skeyhill, quixotic, wing, g, skerry, communication, erupting, burning, finger, thirty, six, 36

    Tegridy Farms

    Tegridy Farms

    Patrick and Bob compare and contrast episode 35 of Gundam Wing and G Gundam to learn what works and does not about each of them. 

    A near death experience on the way to the studio causes Patrick to chase after his secret dream of becoming a matador. This inspires Bob to go back and finish his final year at clown university. Lev's ambitions remain relatively unchanged. Why only 'relatively'? Find out on this week's episode of Zaku Talk!

    E-mail the host as zakutalkcast@gmail.com

    'Damnation' by Janice Lee available at: https://janicel.com/project/damnation/

    Don Hertzfeld's 'World of Tomorrow' Kicktarter is available at: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/worldoftomorrow/world-of-tomorrow-the-first-three-episodes-on-blu-ray/description

    Opening song - Erupting Burning Finger by Kohei Tanaka

    Ending song - Just Communication by Two-Mix

    Artwork by Kiley Mantis

    zaku, talk, gundam, skeyhill, quixotic, wing, g, skerry, communication, erupting, burning, finger, thirty, five, 35

    Red, Red Eyes!

    Red, Red Eyes!

    Patrick and Bob compare and contrast episode 34 of Gundam Wing and G Gundam to learn what works and does not about each of them. 

    Bob struggles to accept his growing color blindness. Patrick thinks his drink has been poisoned, but Lev refuses to be his taste-tester. Was the beverage tainted? Find out on this week's episode of Zaku Talk!

    E-mail the host as zakutalkcast@gmail.com

    Goodnight Punpun available at: https://www.amazon.com/Goodnight-Punpun-Vol-Inio-Asano/dp/1421586207

    Evangelion is... a show you are already well familiar with, most likely.

    Don Hertzfeld's 'World of Tomorrow' Kicktarter is available at: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/worldoftomorrow/world-of-tomorrow-the-first-three-episodes-on-blu-ray/description

    Opening song - Erupting Burning Finger by Kohei Tanaka

    Ending song - Just Communication by Two-Mix

    Artwork by Kiley Mantis

    zaku, talk, gundam, skeyhill, quixotic, wing, g, skerry, communication, erupting, burning, finger, thirty, four, 34

    Rock On!

    Rock On!

    Patrick and Bob compare and contrast episode 33 of Gundam Wing and G Gundam to learn what works and does not about each of them. 

    Patrick and Bob are caught of guard when each of their nemeses team up to ruin the podcast. Lev takes bets around the studio over who would win in a douche-off. Who are the contestants? Find out on this week's episode of Zaku Talk!

    E-mail the host as zakutalkcast@gmail.com

    Gundam Origin Manga available at: https://www.amazon.com/Mobile-Suit-Gundam-Origin-Activation/dp/193565487X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2UU5PYXDJAD8M&dchild=1&keywords=gundam+origin&qid=1613113934&s=books&sprefix=gundam+orig%2Cmovies-tv%2C218&sr=1-1

    Opening song - Erupting Burning Finger by Kohei Tanaka

    Ending song - Just Communication by Two-Mix

    Artwork by Kiley Mantis

    zaku, talk, gundam, skeyhill, quixotic, wing, g, skerry, communication, erupting, burning, finger, thirty, three, 33

    They're Flying!

    They're Flying!

    Patrick and Bob compare and contrast episode 19 of Gundam Wing and G Gundam to learn what works and does not about each of them. 

    Patrick stumbles through the episode, hoping that nobody notices he has not watched this week's episode. Lev takes bets on when Bob will notice. Bob gets to pick where the gang orders lunch from today, but is paralyzed with indecision. Which 80s icon helps him find his way? Find out on this week's episode of Zaku Talk!

    Satantango Blu-ray from Arbelos available for pre-order: https://shoparbelosfilms.com/products/satantango-blu-ray

    Niche, a screen-worthy RPG available at: https://librarianpc.itch.io/niche

    Opening song - Erupting Burning Finger by Kohei Tanaka

    Ending song - Just Communication by Two-Mix

    Artwork by Kiley Mantis

    zaku, talk, gundam, skeyhill, quixotic, wing, g, skerry, communication, erupting, burning, finger, nineteen, 19

    Michelob Pure

    Michelob Pure

    Patrick and Bob compare and contrast episode 32 of Gundam Wing and G Gundam to learn what works and does not about each of them. 

    Patrick is worried when a grumpy peacock breaks into his recording studio. Lev finds this hilarious and won't help him scare away the bird. Bob ate a bad burrito but pretends he is not sick. What on the burrito made Bob need to vomit? Find out on this week's episode of Zaku Talk!

    E-mail the host as zakutalkcast@gmail.com

    'Fall of the House of Usher animated opera at: https://www.operabox.tv/products/the-fall-of-the-house-of-usher

    Watch Creepshow on Shudder at: https://www.shudder.com/series/watch/creepshow/e1c7254a5ed4de4b?season=1

    Opening song - Erupting Burning Finger by Kohei Tanaka

    Ending song - Just Communication by Two-Mix

    Artwork by Kiley Mantis

    zaku, talk, gundam, skeyhill, quixotic, wing, g, skerry, communication, erupting, burning, finger, thirty, two, 32