Tokyo Signals - UltraQ Episode 2: Goro and Goroh
Tokyo Signals are back on the airwaves! This time we tune into another episode of the spectacular Ultra Q. Join us on this bite sized kaiju adventure to the Izu Peninsula for all the local sites, sounds, and plenty of milk!
Music composed by the excellent Pirates of the High Frequencies: https://phftapes.bandcamp.com/
Tokyo Signals are back on the airwaves! This time we tune into another episode of the spectacular Ultra Q. Join us on this bite sized kaiju adventure to the Izu Peninsula for all the local sites, sounds, and plenty of milk!
Music composed by the excellent Pirates of the High Frequencies: https://phftapes.bandcamp.com/
Episode 76 - Frankenstein Conquers the World
During the end of World War 2, a Japanese submarine on a secret mission was delivered a mysterious box with a beating heart. After being irradiated by the bombing of Hiroshima the heart grows into a new Frankenstein monster who escapes and causes a little bit of chaos. Also Baragon is here.
During the end of World War 2, a Japanese submarine on a secret mission was delivered a mysterious box with a beating heart. After being irradiated by the bombing of Hiroshima the heart grows into a new Frankenstein monster who escapes and causes a little bit of chaos. Also Baragon is here.
SHOWNOTES
Godzilla Anime crossover (2:27)
The Godzilla Vs Trains rivalry heats up in a chilling anime crossover. Also the trains are mechs.
Mysterious Detroit set monster film gets a writer (8:22)
Jordan Vogt-Roberts’ film gets a writer…nothing else is known but this could be cool.
Next Ultraman releases revealed! (10:12)
Ace and X are coming soon!
Godzilla Vs Kong production almost complete (11:35)
So much for the “massive reshoots” rumor from last week.
Godzilla Vs Kong is gonna have ***SPOILER*** in it?!?! (15:15)
A recent leak of toys has given us our first real clue into the story of GvK. Beware of Spoilers!
Frankenstein Conquers the World Discussion (38:42)
Beware the Devilfish!
Credits
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Special Report - Underwater
Deep in the depths of the ocean, a drilling platform suffers a catastrophic failure and starts to be destroyed. Can the surviving crew survive? Was that an earthquake or is there something even more dangerous out there in the dark?
Deep in the depths of the ocean, a drilling platform suffers a catastrophic failure and starts to be destroyed. Can the surviving crew survive? Was that an earthquake or is there something even more dangerous out there in the dark?
SHOWNOTES
Spoiler Free Reviews (0:42)
The hosts all give their brief Spoiler free reactions to the film!
SPOILERS!! (15:00)
They get into the nitty gritty details of the film!
Credits
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Episode 75 - Pokémon: Hoopa and the Clash of Ages
It’s time to be the very best like no one ever was and to catch them (in magical hoops) is our real test. To mind control them to destroy a city is our real test but to train them is our cause. Time to talk about Pokémon!
It’s time to be the very best like no one ever was and to catch them (in magical hoops) is our real test. To mind control them to destroy a city is our real test but to train them is our cause. Time to talk about Pokémon!
SHOWNOTES
Clifford is officially acknowledged as a Kaiju! (2:52)
Special Report on the new movie is incoming!
Godzilla Vs Kong to undergo major reshoots (4:54)
This could be good news or bad news since the word “major” is being tossed around.
Gamera Box Set heading to the UK (12:32)
Get ready for an awesome release UK fans!
Nezura 1964 being remade (14:07)
Looks like a unmade Kaiju film from the past is getting a second chance!
Pokémon: Hoopa and the Clash of Ages (32:05)
Time for not Dubai (aka Hoopai) to feel the wrath of Supa Dupa Hoopa!
Credits
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Episode 74 - Yeti: Giant of the 20th Century
Ah yes, it’s that special time of year where we all gather around an open fire and share our time with our loved ones. Except, wait, somethings wrong! This… this fire… it’s coming from a DUMPSTER? Oh no… we’re not in our cozy homes! We’re on TRASH MOUNTAIN! Join us, kaijuologists, as we discuss nipples, romance, and stock footage in our final episode of 2019 (or maybe ever?)!
SHOWNOTES
Godzilla Vs Kong leaked image (1:54)
Remember that fight scene in Evangelion where Unit 02 fights an angle while jumping from battleship to battleship? Well that but Godzilla and King Kong!
Power Rangers Movie Reboot (14:20)
We were all worried this would happen. The good news is we are getting another Power Rangers movie, the bad news is all the teens with attitude from the last one won’t be joining us again.
Shin Ultraman Revealed (18:47)
Okay I… I can’t look directly at this image for some reason? This feels like I’m getting cursed. Is Ultraman cursing me?
SSSS Dynazenon announced! (25:29)
You all know how excited we all were by this anime and even when there were just HINTS as a season 2. WELL I DIDN’T THINK I WOULD GET THIS EXCITED BUT HERE WE ARE.
Kaiju Decode (33:37)
We got our first look at a… mothra… girl? Uh, not sure what to make of this, but I’ll call her Battle Angle Mothra for now.
Dino Crisis Remake?!?! (35:45)
On the Fringe, but a video game! Resident Evil, but Dinosaurs! Please don’t just be a Pachinko machine, I’m begging you.
King Kong 1933 screening March 2020 (37:55)
Oh! Wow this is nice, a little treat to tide us over until GvK comes out! Who else wants to see this?
Yeti: Giant of the 20th Century Discussion (42:19)
Well folks, this is it. We put it off for a full 42 minutes but as the tide, this film discussion was inevitable. So put on your snow shoes, we are heading to Canada.
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Tokyo Signals - UltraQ Episode 1: Defeat Gomess
Welcome to a new type of episode from the cast of Tokyo Lives! Since we met our Patreon goal to make three episodes a month we struggled with what kind of new content to create. We ended up settling on the idea to do 30-45 minute mini episodes about individual episodes of TV shows! We are starting with the Twilight Zone-esque UltraQ and are super excited to see what you all think of the new format.
Welcome to a new type of episode from the cast of Tokyo Lives! Since we met our Patreon goal to make three episodes a month we struggled with what kind of new content to create. We ended up settling on the idea to do 30-45 minute mini episodes about individual episodes of TV shows! We are starting with the Twilight Zone-esque UltraQ and are super excited to see what you all think of the new format.
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On The Fringe - Deep Rising
The Tokyo Lives crew has been hired by a bunch of mercenaries to take them to a seemingly empty spot in the Pacific Ocean. Turns out not only is there a luxury cruise ship stranded there but also something nefarious rises from the depths of the ocean. What has the Tokyo Lives crew gotten themselves into?
The Tokyo Lives crew has been hired by a bunch of mercenaries to take them to a seemingly empty spot in the Pacific Ocean. Turns out not only is there a luxury cruise ship stranded there but also something nefarious rises from the depths of the ocean. What has the Tokyo Lives crew gotten themselves into?
SHOWNOTES
Ultraman Comic from Marvel (1:24)
Ultraman is coming back to comics via Marvel and it’s super exciting but a bit mysterious.
Godzilla Vs Kong delayed until November 20th 2020 (7:27)
This news is old by the time this episode comes out but it has pretty big ramifications on how well the movie may do.
Symphogear x Godzilla crossover begins (27:51)
We’ve got a mobile game crossover in Japan and it looks pretty cool if you’re into anime.
Ultraman Geed and Zero crossover show announced (30:56)
Sounds way cooler than it actually is…
Deep Rising Discussion (34:32)
Time to drink the rich!
Credits
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Episode 73 - The Giant Behemoth
The best sequence in the movie is the Lighthouse destruction, hands down. We see two men working in a lighthouse as the Beast attacks it crushing the tower in half by leaning on it. The whole thing is flashing between the two men frantically running down the spiral staircase and the Rhedosaurus bashing…Wait I’m supposed to be talking about what movie? AW DANG IT!
The best sequence in the movie is the Lighthouse destruction, hands down. We see two men working in a lighthouse as the Beast attacks it crushing the tower in half by leaning on it. The whole thing is flashing between the two men frantically running down the spiral staircase and the Rhedosaurus bashing…Wait I’m supposed to be talking about what movie? AW DANG IT!
SHOWNOTES
Mondo Godzilla Apparel (1:31)
Really awesome new clothing by Mondo for us G-Fans.
Jurassic Park coming to Jurassic World: Evolution (6:35)
This new expansion is bringing the classic buildings and Dinos to this newer game.
Kaiju Decode coming soon? (11:38)
New anime coming from Tsuburaya and Toei
CCXP will maybe give us our first look at GvK (14:52)
Boy this news aged badly after the official word of the delay till November 20th.
Millcreek announced their next Ultra releases (22:00)
Return of Ultraman and Ultraman Orb: The Origins Saga
The Giant Behemoth Discussion (32:20)
We get into the bacteria contaminated meat of this episode! Join us as we dive deep (get it?) into this classic! Wait I did it again? All well let’s just roll with it.
Credits
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Episode 72 - Godzilla (Second IDW Series)
After the events of Kingdom of Monsters, the world is still in disarray and the kaiju are still causing havoc across the globe. Meanwhile a former British special forces suffers multiple great losses due to Godzilla and decides enough is enough. While he goes on his monster “killing” spree with his new team a threat from outer space approaches to change the balance of power on earth forever.
After the events of Kingdom of Monsters, the world is still in disarray and the kaiju are still causing havoc across the globe. Meanwhile a former British special forces suffers multiple great losses due to Godzilla and decides enough is enough. While he goes on his monster “killing” spree with his new team a threat from outer space approaches to change the balance of power on earth forever.
SHOWNOTES
No GvK preview in Empire Magazine (1:46)
Empire Magazine’s 202 preview didn’t have any mention of GvK.
HBO Max has a lot of Godzilla (09:44)
The New streaming service has a surprising amount of G films.
Shin Godzilla Amusement Park?! (10:15)
Our big scary bioy is getting his shot at the big time.
Gridman spin-off (13:37)
Manga? Light novel? Who knows?!
Playmates readies their GvK toyline (16:57)
Playmate’s US branch is ready for GvK
G54 Tsuburaya Museum clip to be released online (19:25)
The Tokusatsu effect film is being released at some point in the future.
Strange Anime crosses over with Godzilla (23:34)
BioGoji Vs Anime girls who fight with music?
Shin Godzilla VR experience is real and already in Japan (24:59)
A teaser clip has appeared online of this VR experience and it looks phenominal.
GvK cast tidbits (28:02)
Some of the cast of the upcoming film were recently interviewed and on of them has a surprising connection to Goji films past.
Godzilla (Second IDW Series) Discussion (37:03)
Gigan, SpaceGodzilla, and Hedorah…OH MY!
Credits
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Episode 71 - Mars Men
When the world is under attack by martians the worlds only hope is a statue that seems to be growing into a heroic fighter. Also Jumborg Ace is there.
When the world is under attack by martians the worlds only hope is a statue that seems to be growing into a heroic fighter. Also Jumborg Ace is there.
SHOWNOTES
New Titan: Camazotz (2:37)
We’ve got a new Titan in the MonsterVerse and he’s really spooky!
MonsterVerse Box Office Gross (7:09)
Believe it or not the MonsterVerse is actually matching the MCU pound for pound. It’s weird none of us did this math before…
SSSS Gridman Bluray Release (16:16)
Gridman is coming out in January!
Godzilla: Genesis! (18:34)
Toho is offering the rights to the entire library of classic Godzilla films (all 29) to streaming platforms and cable TV networks around the world! This is a huge deal!
Alexander Skarsgard Talks Godzilla Vs Kong (25:32)
The actor was asked by the press about his role in the upcoming film.
Mulan Not Looking Great May Help GvK (29:45)
Mulan comes out two weeks after GvK so if it isn’t looking good…GvK may reign supreme in March after all.
MonsterVerse Casino Machine Is Not Looking So Hot (33:31)
You know you are in trouble when you can’t even get the demo to work.
Possible Shin Godzilla VR Game In The Works (36:03)
Shin VR?
Mars Men Discussion (39:31)
Jumborg Ace & Giant? Jumborg Ace Vs Hannemajin? Mars Atom? Well I’m sure one of those titles is actually correct.
Credits
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Episode 70 - Godzilla King of the Monsters 3D!
The 80’s, what a wild time! Communists! Adulterous College Professors, Helicopters! And of course, 3D! So watch out, because this episode we are talking about the unproduced Godzilla King of the Monster’s 3D script! And it’s COMING RIGHT AT YOU!
Wow look at the CHOMPER on this Goji!
The 80’s, what a wild time! Communists! Adulterous College Professors, Helicopters! And of course, 3D! So watch out, because this episode we are talking about the unproduced Godzilla King of the Monster’s 3D script! And it’s COMING RIGHT AT YOU!
SHOWNOTES
Kaiju in Real Life?! (3:24)
Ocean Life, Termers, and Vanishing Stars! What do the have in common? For our sake, let’s hope nothing!
Ultraman Summer Movie! (10:12)
Mega Best Friendship of Ultraman Plus Extras, or something like that, is coming soon!
The Doctors are in! (14:41)
Jurassic World 3 promises a return of Dr. Grant and Ellie Sattler!
Untrue Facts! (19:18)
There was some rumblings in the Kaiju Community, a composter for Godzilla vs Kong? Polygon Pictures doing a new Godzilla Anime? Hah! ALl fake! Don't worry, it tricked us too.
Shin Ultraman news! (26:04)
There are some actors and other bits of news, thanks to the lovely and talented folks over at Goremaru!
Godzilla vs Kong Trailer Footage leaked? From Russia no less? (28:21)
Apparently some people saw a rough cut of the Godzilla vs Kong trailer, s... spoilers? Rumors?
Disney stretches it's cold steely grip over Godzilla (36:18)
Don't worry the Mouse isn't IN the House just yet, they just got a Marketing guru from Disney to help market GvK
The Monsterverse Ends with Godzilla VS Kong!? It seems that isn't the case! (38:57)
The Marketing expos have shown that these toy companies are planning to work with Legendary "beyond" 2020!
I. Am Turok! (42:17)
We almost got a Turok Movie?! Are you kidding me? Aw, come on!
Looks like I'm about to go... Primal (44:11)
From the Creator of Samurai Jack! A Caveman! Punching Dinosaurs! Check it out!
Spiders On a Boat, a film I won't be forced to watch (46:10)
No. You can't make me talk about this one Kyle. I just can't do it.
A new Monsterverse Game!? ...oh wait no (48:22)
Man what a downer, this must be what it's like to be a Metal Gear fan now a days.
Godzilla King of the Monsters 3D! Discussion (52:57)
This episode has been a long time coming, WHOA LOOK OUT! phew, we just dodged that text! Let’s dig into this script before the title comes back!
Credits
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Episode 69 - Reptilian
After being awakened by aliens, a huge dinosaur 50 times bigger than T-Rex starts rampaging through Los Angeles (though it may look like Seoul sometimes) and the Tokyo Lives Crew must attempt to stop it.
After being awakened by aliens, a huge dinosaur 50 times bigger than T-Rex starts rampaging through Los Angeles (though it may look like Seoul sometimes) and the Tokyo Lives Crew must attempt to stop it.
SHOWNOTES
Battle at Big Rock! (7:24)
There’s an eight minute Jurassic World short and it’s pretty fantastic!
Gridman Blu-ray? (14:08)
Rumors of a Gridman release have started to surface.
GigaBash trailer (16:19)
The first trailer for this indie Kaiju game has released!
Godzilla Mobile Crossover (19:06)
Good news for our Japanese listener, Godzilla and friends are popping up in the game 47 Heroines.
New Godzilla Vs Kong Plot synopsis (21:57)
New details have surfaced and it sounds like there may be something nefarious afoot.
Reptilian Discussion! (34:22)
WE MADE YOU! WE CREATED YOU!
Credits
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On The Fringe - Tremors
In the middle of nowhere in the Nevada desert something is stirring. It’s time for the Tokyo Lives crew to head out to the small town of Perfection to investigate this strange seismic activity.
In the middle of nowhere in the Nevada desert something is stirring. It’s time for the Tokyo Lives crew to head out to the small town of Perfection to investigate this strange seismic activity.
SHOWNOTES
2 more Kaiju games! (3:37)
We found out that there are two more kaiju games headed our way: Gigabash and a game through the game Dreams with a little fat Kamata-kun.
Godzilla Vs Kong Toy partnership (9:02)
We are starting to get the first details of who Legendary is going to be partnering with for toys. Hopefully they all release stateside.
Millcreek Ultraman Release schedule (11:52)
We now have releases scheduled all the way through summer of 2020.
KotM home video sales and rentals are doing fantastic (16:35)
Good news everyone!
Tremors Discussion! (23:56)
Pardon our French!
Credits
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Episode 68 - Godzilla's Revenge
The Tokyo Lives Crew take an imaginary trip to Monster Island to help a young boy find his courage to stand up for himself. Wait a minute those Godzilla fights sure look awfully familiar…
The Tokyo Lives Crew take an imaginary trip to Monster Island to help a young boy find his courage to stand up for himself. Wait a minute those Godzilla fights sure look awfully familiar…
SHOWNOTES
Monsterverse Mobile Game?! (2:47)
We have mobile game in development that takes place in the world of the MonsterVerse! No details yet but lots of speculation.
Godzilla’s Revenge Discussion! (20:50)
We gotta take a jet? Gotta take a jet to get there?
Credits
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Episode 67 - Ultraman Zero: Revenge of Belial
In an alternate universe the villainous Belial is causing all sorts of trouble. The Tokyo Lives crew journey to the Land of Light to team up with Ultraman Zero and try to defeat Belial once and for all.
In an alternate universe the villainous Belial is causing all sorts of trouble. The Tokyo Lives crew journey to the Land of Light to team up with Ultraman Zero and try to defeat Belial once and for all.
SHOWNOTES
Shin Ultraman! (1:31)
Hideaki Anno director of Shin Godzilla and all of Evangelion is doing a new take on the original Ultraman!
Pacific Rim Ride (11:52)
A theme park in Indonesia is opening a Pacific Rim ride with a practical dead kaiju!
Real Life Jurassic Park? (13:15)
Robot dinosaurs roaming around freely? Sounds like a great idea.
Boar! (14:59)
Giant pig threatens people in a small town? Sounds like On The Fringe material to me.
Tokyo Soapbox: Gatekeeping in the Godzilla fandom (17:55)
Gatekeeping is bad and we all need to stop doing it.
Ultraman Zero: Revenge of Belial Discussion! (39:33)
This isn’t even Belial’s final form!
Credits
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