This week I talk about various live action adaptations of manga, somebody getting their hand caught in the cookie jar, and I review Eyeshield 21 (most of the anime anyway).

News
Moyashimon to get live action adaptation
With special guest star H1N1!

A Drifting Life manga to get live action adaptation - I really need to get around to reading this manga.

Rumor confirmed: Michael Jackson worked on the music in Sonic 3
I think we all know what needs to happen now.  A 2D Sonic Sprite doing the moon walk.  Bonus pretzels goes to the person that mods a Sonic game to work with said sprite.  Or you can just add the Michael Jackson sprite from Moonwalker.  

CRIA to be sued for 60 Billion.  Well, now we know why these organizations sue file sharers.  They need to pay for their own "file sharing". 

Review
Eyeshield 21 (or Eyeshield Ni ju ichi as he's called on the show)


Check it out.  It's good stuff.

And here's the inappropriate video I mentioned (NSFW or Eyeballs)
Seriously, think twice before watching the below video.  You can't unwatch it.

DJ Ozma - Spiderman


Still better than Spider-man 3

Promotional Consideration given to:
Anime Roundtable -  I'm not quite sure what happened to these guys, but I'd wish they'd release another episode soon.

Spiraken Manga Review - Xan, on the otherhand, is sitting on at least 5 episodes.  Hopefully he can get his hosting issues worked out soon.

Musical Accompaniment
Merry Freakin Christmas by mydols

Thanks for Listening!
 

This week I talk about an unlikely marriage, playing with plastic, and rocking out.  I also review DJ Hero and Legend of Black Heaven.

News
Otaku marries his 2D girlfriend.  Yeah, it's all pixellated roses now, but just wait until he cheats on her with a love pillow.  Then it will get nasty.  Because as experts can attest, love pillows can get quite filthy if not washed regularly. 

At least this story gave me an excuse to post yet another video with the Super Mario Bros theme.  This one features tesla coils!

Fun thing of the Episode
AKA the video I forgot to mention
The Muppets: Bohemian Rhapsody
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They even brought back the Mahna Mahna guys! 

Reviews
DJ Hero

I feel somewhat proud of myself for not referencing Short Circuit 2. 
They need to mash up that song with something, pronto.

Legend of Black Heaven
Since the opening theme doesn't give you a good idea of the animation style in the show (or humor), this AMV will have to suffice. 


Contact Info
You can email me at upapaddle@gmail.com, follow me on twitter at http://twitter.com/upapaddle or leave me an iTunes review. 

If you leave me one, I'll leave you one. 

Promotional Consideration given to:
RPG Lamer - Releasing another episode of RPGLamer would be yes?  I know you're reading this, Jake.  Get to it. Chop Chop.  Equip your boots of escaping and start table top gaming if you have to.  Lightning Bolt! Lightning Bolt! 

Anime Pacific - I know this discussion is a month old at this point, but check out "Who should play Major Motoko Kusanagi in the Hollywood Ghost in the Shell movie?"  as Alex put a lot of work into that article. 
And then I added asinine comments, as I am wont to do.

I really don't have a preference at this point as to who should play the Major.  I'd like a Asian actress to play her, given that's her character in the manga and movies, but since this is a major Hollywood movie, that's not going to happen.  Just as long as it's not Kristen Kreuk.  I do think Clancy Brown might make a good Batou, though. 

Also, check out Dane's articles on Soviet Animation and Foreign Films.  Good stuff. 

Lathers Blathers - After six months, Rich "Lather" Tatarek has come out of hiding and has graced us with another episode.  Fignuts.  I was enjoying having marginally higher feedburner statistics than him.  I guess it goes to show the relative qualities of our shows.  I'd be petty and start arching him but I'm already being petty and arching Anime Pacific, and I don't have time for two archenemies.  Ah well. 

Musical Accompaniment
The song played was Rock N Roll Man by Mr. Nasty

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This week I talk about the "dark spectre of moe"*, manga possessing your cell phone and I review Ghostbusters for the PS3.

News
According to one poll, otaku guys prefer moe and otaku gals prefer robot shows.  I have obtained a video of the horrible future that will result when the two ideas are inevitably combined to form a marketing juggernaut in Japan:


Shueisha to sell manga on US Phones next year.  If I had bothered to re-read the article before talking about it on the podcast, I would have realized that Shueisha is partnering up with Microsoft to do this, so their manga will most likely not be appearing on the iPhone.  Nuts, and I'm all set to get one when my current contract expires.

Fun Video of the Episode
I didn't actually mention this video in the episode but I think it's fitting. 

Ghostbusters - The Premake


Speaking of spooky movies from the 40's, does anyone know where I can find a copy of Gildersleeve's Ghost?  I caught part of it late on Halloween night and I want to see the rest.  There was an invisible woman and a gorilla for some reason. 

Review
Ghostbusters: The Game


And for the curious amongst you, this is what the Filmation version of the Ghostbusters was like:


It was an all right cartoon but it just wasn't the Ghostbusters.

EDIT:  In my review I said that Ray Gossett Jr.  did the Ghostbusters theme.  This is wrong.  Ray Parker Jr. did the theme.  I'm not sure why I got those names mixed up.

Contact Info
You can email me at upapaddle@gmail.com and check out my Twitter feed at http://twitter.com/upapaddle.

Promotional Consideration given to:
Playswitch.com - Listen to hear a promo code for 5 free Switchbucks when you sign up

Anime 82 - Regan, release another episode already, dammit!  Also, release a single from your band Nero. 

Musical Accompaniment:
The Ghost in Room 11 by Bob

Thanks for listening!

* I can't remember if AWO or Fast Karate coined that particular phrase, but one of them deserves the credit for that particular phrase.

(It has to be pronounced A-OK in order for the joke to work ... which it doesn't).

This week I talk about pandas and their relevance to my gaming purchases, Leggo my Lego, the seeing of the Astro boy movie (because I told you to damn it), and I also review Hakaba Kitaro just in time for Halloween ... next year.

Preamble
Happy Belated Halloween everyone!

Check out this costume.  This could have been me. 

News

Blizzard to add new pets to World of Warcraft.  They cost real money like real pets, but less mess.  
- Here's one in action:



Lego Mario - That's a lot of Lego.  I must have one.
- Here's a previous attempt at Mario in Lego form

- Also, not stop motion but still neat

Astro Boy - the movie not doing so well.  I can't help but think that my review has something to do with the poor sales.  Yes, I'm that delusional.  Check it out if you get a chance. 

Fun video of the Episode:
The Horribly Slow Murderer with the Extremely Inefficient Weapon


Warning: The previous video contains salty language, scenes of violence, and adult situations.  View discretion is advised.

Site News
I have aquired Up a Padddle's first ever site deal!  If you listen to this episode, you will hear a promo code for 5 free Switch Bucks from Playswitch.com.  If you're in the states, I implore you to try it out.  Who knows when I'll be able to secure another promo deal like this.

Also, listen to the Playswitch.com podcast.  Good stuff.

Angry Dome
Audio promos and you, the podcaster. 

Review
Hakaba Kitaro

How can you not want to watch that show after seeing that opening.

If you'd like to learn more about the yokai, check out the following links:

- Yokai a Day
- Obakemono Project

And here's the second costume idea I could have used (Thanks Bob)

The Majestic Tanuki in all its Splendor

Contact Info
You can email me at upapaddle@gmail.com and follow me on twitter at http://twitter.com/upapaddle.

Also, there's a special deal from http://playswitch.com waiting for you if you listen to this episode.  Nifty!

Promotional Consideration given to:
Anime World Order - If you get chance (and chances are you have already), listen to their "Old Timers of Anime" segments.  Let it take you back to a time when men were men and the women were too.

As it is, I fear for the otaku of today, what with guys liking moe and girls liking the robit shows.

Eeepers Choice (http://eeeperschoice.com and http://capricorntheater.com) - Yes, I know Eeeper hasn't released an episode of either of his podcasts in quite a while but I decided to play his promo anyway.  After intensive study of mythology, I've come to the conclusion that his podcasts are dead because we don't believe enough.  Clap with me children, Clap! I believe in potatoes!  I believe in potatoes!

If you haven't yet, check out Eeeper's interview with Helen McCarthy.  Good stuff.

And just think, this could be your promo played next episode if you only make it readily available on your site.

Musical accompaniment provided by:
Happy Halloween by Ben Twisted

Thanks for listening!

This week I talk about Astro Boy.  I also announce the winner of the "Zombie Survival Plan" contest.

News
New DSi - the DSi LL.  I guess my relatives were right.  Those darn video games will ruin your eyesight.  At least Nintendo has you covered. 

PS3 to offer Netflix Streaming.  I hear they will be offering a similar service as other streaming sites do in Canada.  They will provide you with a disc and when you pop it in it will say, "This service is not available in your region" 

Review
Astro Boy


I guess this movie isn't doing too well theatrically.  I may need to go see it again.  You should go see it too, or rent it when it comes on dvd. 

Promotional Consideration given to:
Ani-Gamers - For quite a while I wasn't able to get their promo off of their feed but it looks like that has been rectified.  Check them out if you haven't already.  Also, pro-tip to any other anime podcast that for which I haven't yet played a promo (well amateur-tip, since it's coming from me): If you have a podcast, put a link to your promo on your front page!  People can't play your promo if they can't reach it. 

Animentors - Guys, release another episode already! Get your priorities straight.  Podcast, then school. Just like I do (except last week ...)

Musical Accompaniment:
Im a Robot by Boy Novice

Contact Info
You can contact me by emailing me at upapaddle@gmail.com or by following me on Twitter at http://twitter.com/upapaddle.

Thanks for listening!

It looks like the wrong episode was attached to this blog post. This has been corrected.  I apologize for the mix-up.

This week I talk about Tatsunoko vs Capcom, doing the Mario, and review Shaun of the Dead, Zombieland and the Zombie Survival Guide.

News
New characters revealed for Tatsunoko vs Capcom - And once again, the Mach V get's rejected. 

Captain Lou Albano RIP. Here's the Mario.  Commence doing it.  I mean "Doing the Mario".   


Hey, check this out
Playswitch.com, now with online game trading.  That's Playswitch.com. 

Reviews

Shaun of the Dead


Apparently someone beat me to the punch and made a "Vampires don't sparkle" t-shirt.  Oh well, on to Get Rich scheme #1653 - Make hug pillows that say "UGUU!" when you "hug" them.  They'll be big in Japan, I just know it.

Zombieland


After watching these movies, it has become apparent to me that what we really need to be watching out for, or listening out for, is British narration.  When you start hearing British narration, RUN!  The best case is that you're stuck in a Planet Earth documentary.  Worst case, zombies.  Either way, you will be eaten.

Zombie Survival Guide - by Max Brooks
Just think, this all could be yours if you enter the UAP Zombie Survival Plan contest.  Please send in your zombie survival plan to upapaddle@gmail.com and the best entry will be sent a new copy of this book.

Contact Info
You can email feedback to upapaddle@gmail.com and follow me on twitter at http://twitter.com/upapaddle

Promotional Consideration:
Anime Pacific - Your one-stop source for political commentary.  Unless you're looking for discussion about anime in politics.  They don't cover that "Japanimation" on their podcast.  Why would you think that?
Really, what they should do is change the name of their podcast and make a new site. 

Luke and Elliot's Bearfighting Extravaganza - I just had a horrifying thought - Zombie Bears.  Is that what the polar bear's secret is on lost?  It's a zombie!?!  If not, it should be. 

Musical Accompaniment
Zombie Pirates in Love by Tom Smith

Thanks for listening!

This week I talk about buying the cow when the milk is free, keeping Domo-kun away from kittens, PLAYSWITCH.COM, and I review Bruce Campbell vs the Army of Darkness and My Name is Bruce. 

News:
Discotek to release Fist of the North Star tv, a Lupin special and Sea Prince and the Fire Child.  I forgot to mention that Sea Prince and Fire Princess is a Sanrio production.  They make Hello Kitty and more importantly, Ringing Bell.  I can't wait to show my nephew that cartoon.  It'll screw him up real good.

Domo-kun coming to 7-11.  Here's the short I mentioned:

I need a Domo-kun toque like right now!

CONTEST TIME
Send in your zombie survival plan, either via voicemail or email, to upapaddle@gmail.com and you could win a copy of "The Zombie Survival Guide" by Max Brooks.  All you have to do is give me a few brief sentences describing how you'll be handling the impending zombie apocalypse. 

I'll be accepting entries until October 27, 2009, so enter now.

Reviews
Bruce Campbell vs The Army of Darkness

Yes, I realize that any self respecting geek has seen this movie already and it doesn't need a review (also, it's over 16 years old), but it was fun to talk about. 

Also, on retrospect, that trailer spoils an awful lot.  Oh well.

My Name is Bruce 

I also realize that Guan Di isn't technically a zombie, although I refer to him as such in the review.  My bad. 

And since I mentioned them, here's some Silly Symphonies:

The Skeleton Dance

Random Fact: That was Disney's first Silly Symphony and it was released in 1929.

The Old Mill

This one was the first Silly Symphony to make use of Disney's multiplane camera.  Back in the day, the Silly Symphonies were testing grounds for new animation techniques, much like how Pixar treats their Pixar shorts that you see before each Pixar movie. 

Contact Info:
You can email me at upapaddle@gmail.com, Skype me (Skype ID: upapaddle) or follow me on twitter (http://twitter.com/upapaddle).

Promotional Consideration given to:
Anime 82 - http://anime82.blogspot.com.  Although, with his release schedule as of late, you might have a better chance of catching Regan on Anime Pacific.  He left quite the voicemail to Dane and Alex in their latest episode.  It was kinda tough to understand him, though, with his ragin' Saskatchewan accent.  Which is odd, because I have the same ragin' Saskatchewan accent.  And a mellow one, too.

The RPGLamer Podcast - http://rpglamer.com.  Although, with his release schedule as of late, you might have a better chance of catching Jake on Anime 82 ...  See what I did there?

Speaking of promoting stuff, I also mentioned in this show how Playswitch.com sent me an email to see if I would be interested in some cross promoting.  Eh, why the heck not?

Musical Accompaniment:
"Just Like Bruce Campbell Did" by Joe Rock

Thanks for listening!

This week I talk about fighting in the streets, crisises with bubblegum, and zombies.  I also review Gungrave.  SPOILERS in the review, so caveat emptor.

NEWS
Crayon Shin-chan creator found dead. RIP.  The show must go on, though.  There are ass dances to be danced.

Super Street Fighter IV Announced.   You'll probably be better off waiting for Super Street Fighter IV: Hyper Championship Fighting Turbo Zero vs SNK.

Bubblegum Crisis Live Action movie to hire via reality tv show. 
Just like they did in the original show.  How else would a punk rock singer, aerobics instructor, policewoman/pipe-faller-inner, and a lingerie salesperson get together? 

Review
Gungrave


It's got zombies and gangsters.  Why are you still reading this?  Go watch the show. 

NEW CONTEST!!1!
Send in a brief description of how you plan to survive the impending zombie apocalypse, either by dropping me an email or a voice mail.  They will be played on the podcast and the winner will get a prize (TBD, but trust me, it will be decent).

Contact Info
You can email me at upapaddle@gmail.com, check me out on twitter at  http://twitter.com/upapaddle or Skype (skype id: upapaddle).

Promotional Consideration:
Dave and Joel's Fast Karate For the Gentlerman
Destroy all Podcasts DX

Musical Accompaniment
The song played was Zombie Girl by the Quintessentials

Thanks for listening!

There will be no episode of UAP this week as I've been sick with a cold.  It's been a struggle to stay awake, let alone record anything.  Here's a dramatic re-enactment:


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4MbzKnB-XkY

Anyway, I feel bad for breaking up my streak of 11 weeks in a row but I haven't given up on the whole weekly release schedule yet.  I'll be back next week at the same Bat time, same Bat channel. 

There will be no episode of UAP this week as I've been sick with a cold.  It's been a struggle to stay awake, let alone record anything.  Here's a dramatic re-enactment:


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4MbzKnB-XkY

Anyway, I feel bad for breaking up my streak of 11 weeks in a row but I haven't given up on the whole weekly release schedule yet.  I'll be back next week at the same Bat time, same Bat channel.