DBZ discussions, reviews, and the latest news from VegettoEX and Julian of Daizenshuu EX (www.daizex.com) and Meri of Temple O' Trunks (www.templeotrunks.com). Your one and only DragonBall podcast!
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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. Referenced sites:
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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. Referenced sites:
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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. Referenced sites:
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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. Referenced sites:
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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! Referenced sites:
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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. Referenced sites:
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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! Referenced sites:
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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! Referenced sites:
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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! Referenced sites:
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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! Referenced sites:
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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. Referenced sites:
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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. Referenced sites:
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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. Referenced sites:
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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. Referenced sites:
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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! Referenced sites:
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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! Referenced sites:
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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! Referenced sites:
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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. Referenced sites:
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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. Referenced sites:
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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. Referenced sites:
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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. Referenced sites:
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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. Referenced sites:
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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! Referenced sites:
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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! Referenced sites:
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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. Referenced sites:
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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. Referenced sites:
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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! Referenced sites:
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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. Referenced sites:
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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. Referenced sites:
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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! Referenced sites:
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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 Q&A e-mail session with quite the amusing "fan". Referenced sites:
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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. Referenced sites:... and more. Our conversation touches upon ideas that cross generations of fans, and moves into an interesting Q&A e-mail session with quite the amusing "fan". Referenced sites:
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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. Referenced sites:
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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...! Referenced sites:
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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! Referenced sites:
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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. Referenced sites:
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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. Referenced sites:
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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. Referenced sites:
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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. Referenced sites:
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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! Referenced sites:
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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! Referenced sites:
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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. Referenced sites:
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Episode #0058! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian discuss 2006 as a whole... all of the good news, bad news, video games, crossovers, and more! We also brought on our buddy Corey to discuss perhaps the biggest news of the year, being FUNimation's upcoming "remastered" re-release of the entire DBZ series on DVD. Referenced sites:
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Episode #0057! VegettoEX, Meri, Andrew, and Jeff (Julian's on holiday break!) take the time out this holiday season to share some stories with the listeners, discuss the news, and answer a few e-mails. Learn all about Andrew's dedication to making a toy Gohan flip and land on his feet, along with the perfect recipe for DBZ Sprite made in the bathtub. Referenced sites:
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Episode #0056! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian take the time out this holiday season to catch up on e-mail from the listeners! A batch of questions related to parodies, characters, games, and more round out the submissions. Referenced sites:
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Episode #0055! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian welcome SkitzZero (DBZ: Season 3) for a special interview. We talk about the olden-days of websites and his early multimedia works that still impress us to this day. The conclusion of Julian's first pass-through of DBZ ABCs, Meri's Top 5 Global Catastrophe Moments, and more round out the episode! Referenced sites:
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Episode #0054! VegettoEX and Meri (Julian's off singing!) discuss the week's big news concerning the upcoming Toriyama/Oda crossover, as well as the new remix CD coming out in Japan this month. Getting things going on the website with content updates, we also go over three new items for the "Rumor Guide"! Top 5 Daisuke Gori characters, releases, and your e-mails round out the episode. Referenced sites:
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Episode #0053! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian break out into storytime with our new Fandom Theatre. We also review FUNimation's recent "First Strike" DVD boxset, containing their re-releases of DBZ movies 1, 2, and 3. News, releases, your e-mails, and more round out the episode. Referenced sites:
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Episode #0052! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian celebrate the podcast's one-year anniversary with Steven J. Simmons, FUNimation translator (DragonBall Z, Fullmetal Alchemist, Yu Yu Hakusho, etc.) and old-school DBZ fanboy. We discuss DBZ's rise to subtitled-ness in North America, and the present state of FUNimation and their forthcoming so-called "remastered" DBZ sets. We also give away daizenshuu three and look forward to another year of the show! Referenced sites:
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Episode #0051! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian describe and discuss the alter-egos and disguises characters use throughout the course of the series. What was the purpose? Did they work? DBZ ABCs, Top 5 Lamest Transformations, big DVD news, and your e-mails round out the episode... including a recount of a creepy DBZ dream! Referenced sites:
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Episode #0050! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian compare the rivalry of Goku and Vegeta to other DB rivalries, and those within many other series (Ranma, Gundam, One Piece, Naruto, etc.). Gaming and music news, DBZ ABCs, your e-mails, and more round out the episode! Referenced sites:
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Episode #0049! VegettoEX, Meri, and Julian go over the plethora of gaming news, and detail the extravaganza of information that is daizenshuu numero seven. We also start up a contest to give away daizenshuu three on our one-year anniversary show! Top 5 Tenka-ichi Budokai, DBZ ABCs, your e-mails, and more round out the episode. Referenced sites:
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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! Referenced sites:
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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. Referenced sites:
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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? Referenced sites:
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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! Referenced sites:
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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! Referenced sites:
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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! Referenced sites:
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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! Referenced sites:
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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. Referenced sites:
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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. Referenced sites:
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Episode #0039! VegettoEX, Julian, and Meri (plus special guests!) finally dish out the review on Battle Stadium D.O.N. for the Japanese PS2 and Gamecube. Game and Akira Toriyama news, Julian's ABCs, Meri's Top 5 Mr. Satan moments, and your e-mails round out the episode. Referenced sites:
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Episode #0038! VegettoEX, Julian, Meri, and "Deluxe" discuss the passing of Hirotaka Suzuoki and FUNimation's apparent plans for a DBZ Movies 1, 2, & 3 boxset. An Otakon rundown and favorite Tenshinhan moments (in memory) round out our episode. Referenced sites:
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Episode #0037! VegettoEX, Julian, Meri, and our new Filler Guide contributer Rachel discuss Atari's recent copyright protection on YouTube and the upcoming re-releases of the entire DBZ Hit Collection series. Going along with these CDs, we reminisce about the history of these CDs and our favorite image songs over the years. Referenced sites:
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Episode #0036! VegettoEX, Julian, and Meri discuss the game news from the last week, along with FUNimation's shocking announcement of future DBZ releases on DVD... remastered?! We also discuss all of the major villains throughout the series; what makes them tick? DBZ ABCs, Meri's Top 5 Goku Fatherly Moments, and your e-mails round out the episode! Also find out what's going on with us at Otakon. Referenced sites:
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Episode #0035! VegettoEX, Julian, and Meri catch up on e-mails. Get answers to all your pressing questions, including a brief history of "Daizenshuu EX" itself! Referenced sites:
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Episode #0034! VegettoEX, Julian, and Meri give an extremely detailed review of "Super DragonBall" for the Japanese PS2. From presentation, to graphics, to sound, to gameplay, to everything else in the game, we've got it covered. DBZ ABCs, Meri's Top 5 "Vegeta's Lost His Mind" Moments, your e-mails, and more! Referenced sites:
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Episode #0033! VegettoEX, Julian, and Meri discuss DVD delays and the strange happenings with Atari. We also continue with our quasi-serious discussions on aspects of DBZ; this week, it's the shift from comedic-action to comedic-action with intense sci-fi elements! DBZ ABCs, Meri's Top 5 "Piccolo Saves Gohan" moments, and your e-mails! Referenced sites:
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Episode #0032! VegettoEX, Julian, and Meri discuss all the big gaming, music, and DVD news from the last week or so. We also go in-depth on the gigantic musical shift that occurred in the transition from "DragonBall" and "DragonBall Z" to "DragonBall GT". Different composers and a different approach to theme songs left a totally different impression with viewers; what did it accomplish? DBZ ABCs, Meri's Top 5... list of... err... Oh, and your e-mails! Referenced sites:
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Episode #0031! VegettoEX, Julian, and Meri record live from AnimeNEXT 2006! We brought on about a dozen of our closest internet friends to record a special episode with us from the convention. We have all our regular segments (news, releases, DBZ ABCs), plus a bit of fun going over and singing favorite songs, random bouts of fandom, questions and answers, and so much more. Referenced sites:
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Episode #0030! VegettoEX, Julian, and Meri discuss all the big gaming news from both sides of the ocean. We also bring on guest Andrew Kenney to discuss his experiences teaching children in Japan, and how today's Japanese kids are exposed to DragonBall. DBZ ABCs, Meri's list of best characters in street clothes, your e-mails, and final AnimeNext preparation round out the episode! Referenced sites:
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Episode #0029! VegettoEX, Julian, and Meri discuss the big DVD and video game news from the past week, along with some Shonen Jump features. Also discussed are some of the most intelligent moves characters made during the series... that's right, they did some smart things at some point in time! DBZ ABCs, Meri's list of derivative DBGT plot points, your e-mails, and much much more round out the episode! Referenced sites:
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Episode #0028! VegettoEX, Julian, and Meri go over all the big news from the week (FUNimation DVDs, remastered Spanish DVDs, Viz name changes). We also discuss what we would each like to see done with the property now that it is essentially done being released in the US. DBZ ABCs, Top 5 Kuririn Movie Moments, and AnimeNext preparation round out the episode! Referenced sites:
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Episode #0027! VegettoEX, Julian, and Meri play a round of 20 Questions! That's right, it's back by popular demand. Play along at home and see if you can out-guess the cast! No news or releases, but plenty of e-mails and learning to go around! Referenced sites:
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Episode #0026! VegettoEX, Julian, and Meri each pick two of their favorite mystical items from the series for discussion. Items from "Journey To The West", a rice cooker, magical beans, and more! DBZ ABCs, Top 5 List of characters we wish we saw fight, e-mails, and a DVD giveaway round out the epiosde! Referenced sites:
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Episode #0025! VegettoEX, Julian, and Meri discuss some of the most interesting, most efficient, and downright laughable technology in the Dragon World! Planes, capsules, spaceships, and... time machines? Our DBZ ABCs, Top 5 List, e-mails, and contest round out the episode! Referenced sites:
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Episode #0024! VegettoEX, Julian, and Meri discuss some of the worst decisions characters made throughout the series. Not only bad decisions, but ones with (sometimes horrible) repercussions. Video game, DVD, and manga news highlight the week, along with Meri's list of hardest hits, great e-mail, and a contest for a free DVD! Referenced sites:
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Episode #0023! VegettoEX, Julian, and Meri go over even more video game news, and give a complete review of the DB and DBZ movie "Dragon Box". Meri's list of most gruesome deaths, April's final releases, and a good batch of e-mails round out the episode! Referenced sites:
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Episode #0022! VegettoEX, Julian, and Meri go over all the huge video game news from the last week, and give some initial thoughts on the recent DB and DBZ movies "Dragon Box". Meri's list of best animal mascots and a good deal of e-mail catch-up round out the episode! Referenced sites:
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Episode #0021! VegettoEX, Julian, and Meri discuss a variety of words, phrases, and people commonly referred to throughout DragonBall fandom. We also do a dramatic reading from Journey to the West in response to a listener e-mail! Worst haircuts, releases, and more round out the week. Referenced sites:
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Episode #0020! VegettoEX, Julian, and Meri discuss the god hierarchy in DragonBall. Which heavenly (or hellish?) entity governs which area of the universe? What religion and cultural basis do they have their roots in? Meri's list of worst parents, April's releases, and tons of e-mails round out the week. Referenced sites:
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Episode #0019! VegettoEX, Julian, and Meri discuss their trips from last weekend -- Julian to Tokyo, Mike and Meri to NYC for the screening of DBZ Movies 6 and 12! What was it like seeing DBZ on the big screen, and how was the whole presentation handled? We announce the winner of our Red Ribbon Army contest, with news, dub-death-cover-ups, and e-mails rounding out the week. Referenced sites:
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Episode #0018! VegettoEX and Meri invite on podcast host godofchaos and old site friend Napier to play a round of 20 Questions -- DragonBall style! Play along and see how many you can guess. We announce the winner of our first podcast contest, and start up another contest! News, best Bulma outfits, and e-mails round out the week. Referenced sites:
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Episode #0017! VegettoEX, Julian, and Meri give a fanboy and fangirl breakdown of all thirteen DBZ movies and their individual perks (or lack of perks)! News, lamest duos, releases, emails, and our contest round out the episode. Referenced sites:
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Episode #0016! VegettoEX, Julian, and Meri return with a full episode dedicated to the wondrous parody manga known as Neko Majin! Learn all about its history, its characters, its cameos, and its fart jokes. We also bring you tons of news, a slew of releases for March, listener e-mails, and our first podcast-only contest! Referenced sites:
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Episode #0015! VegettoEX, Julian, and Meri once again discuss the lack of news (March will be exciting, though!), and share some of their favorite utterly-absurd sound effects from the show. Mechanical-walking? Farts? What kind of show is this?! A couple fun e-mails round us out for the week. Referenced sites:
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Episode #0014! VegettoEX, Julian, and Meri banter and talk about this week's non-existent news. This week's discussion is regarding nuances in the Japanese performances and character voices that may have been lost in the English adaptation of the show. We close it up with releases and both audio and text e-mails! Referenced sites:
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Episode #0013! VegettoEX, Julian, and Meri set up plans for AnimeNext 2006 and upcoming contests on the show. We also go over even more news on the upcoming video games and CD sets, as well as finish up name puns by going over the DB movies and DBZ TV specials. We also fully catch up on all our text e-mails, which include more video game ranting, scans from the first Nintendo Power (!), and a special karaoke session from Julian! Referenced sites:
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Episode #0012! VegettoEX, Julian, and Meri give you the latest news on video games and CDs, as well as the history of Bardock's character designs. Did you know that he was jointly designed by Akira Toriyama and Katsuyoshi Nakatsuru? Plus, tons of listener e-mails! Referenced sites:
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Episode #0011! VegettoEX and Meri check in with Julian in Japan for the latest amusing stories and DBZ news, and we tackle the ever-intriguing question... Trunks: Why so much (good!) music? We also catch up on a good deal of listener e-mail, both audio and regular. Referenced sites:
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Episode #0010! VegettoEX and Meri bring on Castor Troy of the old "Vegeta Insane" and "Ginga Giri Giri" website to discuss favorite speeches from the show. We also discuss the latest gaming news and answer listener audio e-mails. Referenced sites:
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Episode #0009! VegettoEX, Julian, and Meri go over the latest news (delayed video games and new Japanese CDs), and give you a detailed history of DBZ's distribution in North America. Just why is there an Ultimate Uncut Edition, and how does this relate to the entire rest of the series? Referenced sites:
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Episode #0008! VegettoEX and Meri (Julian's in Japan!) go over video game news, and all Saiya-jin name puns. We also respond in-depth to some listener audio questions regarding Freeza's forms, top three favorite voice actors (both English and Japanese), and more! Referenced sites:
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Episode #0007! VegettoEX & Julian discuss the DBZ movie 3 villain, Tullece, and his name pun and relationship to Goku. We also go through the name puns for every single other DBZ movie villain! Finally, we respond to listener audio and text e-mails. Referenced sites:
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Episode #0006! For our special Christmas episode, we sit around and... tell embarassing stories! Ever wonder just what VegettoEX, Julian, and Meri used to think as totally newbie/dubbie/retarded fans? Here's your chance to laugh at our expense, and learn some of our dirty little secrets! Referenced sites:
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Episode #0005! Julian returns to talk Jinzoningen (versus android, cyborg, and robot) with VegettoEX, Meri, and our special guest Maggie from Lovely Cyborg. Breaking video game news and amusing stories round us out for this hilarious week. Referenced sites:
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Episode #0004! VegettoEX & Meri bring on Scott Melzer (This is Otakudom, S.T.E.A.M., This is DBZ Life) to talk about DragonBall's place in other areas of anime fandom. From anime music videos to fan parodies, how is DBZ portrayed, how is it used, and what is it like to use it? What is it like to be a DBZ fan both on the creative and general-viewer end of things? We also drill Scott & Meri on all things favorite in DBZ! Referenced sites:
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Episode #0003! We talk about the differences and origins of both "Saiya-jin" and "Saiyan", and Viz's confusing use of the Arabic word "djinn" instead of the word "Majin" that we're all familiar with. We also go over the CDs that came out in 2005, including the "Budokai" soundtracks and 2005 remake songs. Finally, we go over December's releases and answer some listener e-mail! Referenced sites:
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Episode #0002! We briefly cover our "Tenka-ichi Budokai" pronunciation lesson from last week, and go on to discuss "Kaio-Ken" and its various pronunciations from the original Japanese and various FUNimation English dubs. Due to popular demand, Meri makes an appearance and discusses her favorite filler episode with us. We also go over all the latest releases in North America and Japan. Referenced sites:
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Our first attempt at a podcast! VegettoEX and Julian discuss FUNimation's upcoming box-set release of DB movies 2-4, Toei's upcoming DB & DBZ movie "Dragon Box" in Japan, and the new individual DBZ R2 DVDs. We brought in Justin (lost_in_thought) to discuss our feelings on Sparking! (Budokai Tenkaichi); now that we've had it for a couple weeks, what's left to do in the game? Referenced sites:
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