This week we take a look at one of the classic Tokusatsu shows that influenced a bunch of things around the world. Although he may not be as recognizable as Ultraman, Flying Robot is extremely important to the history of Giant Monster films.
SHOWNOTES
Ready Player One MechaGodzilla and Godzilla theme (3:25)
Time to talk about that all to brief appearance of Mecha G in RP1. Also is this a hint of things to come in the MonsterVerse?
Gridman Anime Trailer (11:11)
Superhuman Samurai Syber-Squad is back!
Godzilla: Planet of the Monsters manga released! (15:05)
The first issue of the manga is out and it's a beauty!
The Meg trailer release date! (17:09)
Unfortunately we recorded this episode a few days before the release of the trailer but we do talk about the book some. Look forward to hearing us talk about the trailer next episode!
Johnny Sokko and his Flying Robot Discussion! (23:19)
Johnny and his adult male companion (hooboy!) join forces with the giant Flying Robot to fight Emperor Guillotine.
Credits
Our music comes from the extremely talented Eclectic Method. We thank him for the permission to use the song "Monsters" throughout the show.
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