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Kanzenshuu – The Podcast

Your one and only Dragon Ball podcast!

Our “weekly” podcast, then named Daizenshuu EX – The Podcast, began in November 2005 as a new way to reach out to our audience, extend that audience, and simply have fun with the franchise we love so much. Though we updated the name to Kanzenshuu – The Podcast in April 2012 with the launch of this website, we remain the best, most authoritative, entertaining, and only Dragon Ball podcast you will ever need!

Each episode, the Kanzenshuu staff discuss the latest news in the world of Dragon Ball from across the globe before heading into a core topic — whether it be an in-depth discussion of the way in which the story and franchise was produced, theories for in-universe scenarios and “What If?” scenes, interviews with those actually involved with the franchise, thorough reviews of video games or home video releases, we have you covered! We wrap things up with the month’s upcoming releases, questions from the listeners, and much more! We regularly have contests, broadcast live (watch our Twitter and Facebook!), and have a great time sharing our love of the Dragon Ball franchise with you all each and every week.

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Podcast Episode #0207 — 31 January 2010

We have joked about it for months. Several times we genuinely planned to talk about him, but something incredibly important would happen and shake up our episode schedule. With the last day of the month falling on a podcast episode release day, it was the perfect time to dive in and talk about our main man, Yamcha!

Loosely introduced as a play on the Journey to the West character Sha Wujing, Yamcha is one of the first “villains” brought into the story, and we make the argument that he is one of the first characters to be totally tossed aside by the author. Does he deserve more credit than he is traditionally given, or is he really just the bum that we tend to think of him as toward the end of the series? Download the show now, or head on over to the podcast page for more information or to subscribe.

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

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Podcast Episode #0206 — 24 January 2010

It was pretty difficult to do, especially as more information came out surrounding the circumstances of his death. This week, the core trio took a break from the standard topical issues to remember one of the greats in the industry, and someone that more than left his Mark on the series that we love so much — Daisuke Gōri. Why did he mean so much to us, and how did he act to such a level that his character performances were so believable? Download the show now, or head on over to the podcast page for more information or to subscribe.

郷里大輔
Daisuke Gōri
Feb. 8, 1952 – Jan. 17, 2010

The loss of such a voice actor is not affecting just us over here in general fandom. Yuko Minaguchi, who played Videl and later Pan in the series, made a blog entry earlier this week on January 20th detailing her own pain and rush of emotions:

It’s one sad thing after another.

First, my beloved puppy ran away. [or possibly “died” — “tabidachimashita” is “started on a journey”]

Then, the kind, great mentor Isamu Tanonaka passed away. On my way to his wake, I heard the news of Gōri-san’s death.

I’ve been doing nothing but cry.

I thought I’d find something fun, and continue my blog without touching upon that topic, but it just doesn’t seem to work…

If I just continue to avoid updating, it seems like I’ll just make people worry about me, so I’ll give my honest feelings.

Last night, I had some drinks with a group of people I can rely on.

“In the future, if Dragon Ball Kai continues… when the time comes to play Videl… if Gōri-san isn’t Mr. Satan, I don’t want to be Videl,” I sobbed, troubling everyone.

It’s childish, but that’s how I feel.

The big, kind, always-smiling Gōri-san. I really cared about him.

With so much sadness piling up, I feel uneasy by myself, and my feeble heart lets out a scream.

I hate goodbyes.

I’m sorry for saying such worrisome things. It’s for the sake of moving forward, so just for today, please forgive me.

He is one of the modern greats that none of us will ever forget, and it is safe to say that anime will never be the same without his distinctive, booming voice making us all smile.

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

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Podcast Episode #0205 — 17 January 2010

This week we finally get around to having two quick conversations that have been on the back-burner for far too long. Our good buddy and forum moderator Kaboom joins us for a quick discussion about fans that, believe it or not, actually do care about battle power discussions and enjoy creating speculative lists. We also quickly cover Ryô Horikawa’s voice acting coach DVD which came out last year and never got the five minutes that we should have given it long ago. Our buddy Corey joins us for everything else, and that’s a show! Download the show now, or head on over to the podcast page for more information or to subscribe.

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

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Podcast Episode #0204 — 10 January 2010

Getting back into the groove of things, we continue onward into January with Volume 32 in our on-going “Manga Review of Awesomeness.” Characters are doing stupid things all around (specifically Kuririn and Vegeta), and it results in Cell finally reaching his perfect form. We have gripes about some of the story elements, but does it all come together, especially with some of the gorgeous, full-page spreads? Tune in to find out! Download the show now, or head on over to the podcast page for more information or to subscribe.

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

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Podcast Episode #0203 — 03 January 2010

We took a break last week to enjoy time with friends and family, but we are ready to kick off 2010 with a bang! This episode the core trio breezed through all of the big news stories from 2009, and then checked in on our predictions that we made last year. One of us did really well, one of us did just “OK”, and the other made a mockery of themselves. At the request of tons of people, we also run down what we consider to be the top five stories of the entire last decade! Download the show now, or head on over to the podcast page for more information or to subscribe.

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

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Podcast Episode #0202 — 20 December 2009

Catching up is the name of the game around here lately. This week we took a look at the three new CDs that came out last month in November — the Progression CD single, the Kai Song Collection, and the second soundtrack for Kai. Julian and Hujio join in on different reviews to spread out the opinion-based love! Download the show now, or head on over to the podcast page for more information or to subscribe.

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

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Podcast Episode #0201 — 13 December 2009

The obligatory holiday sickness may be on its way, so this weekend’s show is a little shorter than usual… but that doesn’t mean it’s not packed with content. In addition to a news recap, we have some interesting tidbits from Argentina where our 2004 AF prank is detailed in a magazine from a couple years ago, a Mafuba is seen in the skies over Norway, and a father is looking to show the series in an edited format to his children! Download the show now, or head on over to the podcast page for more information or to subscribe.

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

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Podcast Episode #0200 – Community Celebration! — 07 December 2009

We would ask you to forgive the day-late posting, but you all are an understanding bunch! As Dragon Ball hits the 25-year mark, our website closes in on a decade, the podcast passed four years… we hit the 200 podcast episodes milestone, as well. There is no better way to celebrate this occasion than by talking with the people who make it happen: our community of friends. Hujio and Corey were live in-studio to talk about community in the DB fandom with us — what has changed over the years, what still needs to change, and what are we all eternally thankful for?

We also announced the winners of our celebration contests to give away Raging Blast, as well as a copy of the first domestic Dragon Box. There was a catch, though… we gave away two Dragon Box sets (an extra one thanks to FUNimation!), and also tossed in a copy of the Yeah! Break! Care! Break! CD single! Download the show now, or head on over to the podcast page for more information or to subscribe.

Two hundred episodes is all thank to you all. We wouldn’t make them if you didn’t listen. An extra-special thanks goes out to the visitors and listeners who came out to the party with us after the show. You rock as much as we do! ^_~

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

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Podcast Episode #0199 — 29 November 2009

While a full written review should be on its way (hopefully this week), we take care of the podcast side of gaming reviews for the last time in 2009. We are joined this week by our forum buddy Kendamu to talk about Attack of the Saiyans (released earlier this year in Japan under the title of Kai rather than Z) for the Nintendo DS. Like the latest game on the Wii, is this one a breath of fresh air in an otherwise fighting-game-polluted crowd? We plug our contests yet again (want to win Raging Blast or a Dragon Box?), hit up the news, December’s releases, answer a couple e-mails… and that’s a podcast! Download the show now, or head on over to the podcast page for more information or to subscribe.

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

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Podcast Episode #0198 — 22 November 2009

We know you have been patiently waiting for it, and we appreciate that more than you can imagine! In addition to our full written review, this week we dig in with Hujio and Corey to FUNimation’s first Dragon Box! What more do you need to hear from us?! Download the show now, or head on over to the podcast page for more information or to subscribe.

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

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