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Kaijuvision Radio
Brian Scherschel
79 episodes
9 months ago
Season 2 (episodes 38-now): Brian Scherschel chronologically, critically and academically examines a Godzilla/kaiju/tokusatsu film in each episode. Brian relates the movies to pertinent issues about Japan. Kaijuvision Radio is dedicated to discovering the Japanese National Spirit in Toho tokusatsu films.

Kaijuvision Radio’s 3-Part Format:

Part 1: A short description (not a summary) of the movie. It’s an analysis tailored to kaiju and tokusatsu movies, to arm the listener with the facts. At last, a way to compare these movies to each other.

Part 2: With the facts out of the way, I will analyze and give my opinions on the film.

Part 3: A brand new, one-of-a-kind fusion of international affairs and movie analysis. Japan-related topic(s) either brought up by the movie, or going on at the time the movie was released. Topics are historical, political, economic, or cultural.

Season 1 (episodes 1-37): It's impossible to talk about Godzilla without talking about Japan, and Japan is just as unique as Godzilla, so we’ll be discussing its history and culture and how it influenced the Godzilla film franchise, which is a great way to find out more about Japan. Godzilla is the most complex and multifaceted kaiju ever created, and it means so many things to many people. Not only is Godzilla a powerful symbol of nuclear weapons and disasters, but most of these movies are an expression of the Japanese national spirit. Brian and co-host Nathan Marchand take a fascinating journey reassessing the Godzilla franchise, and since these movies are often anchored in the time they were released, they tell you what these movies are communicating about Japan.
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Season 2 (episodes 38-now): Brian Scherschel chronologically, critically and academically examines a Godzilla/kaiju/tokusatsu film in each episode. Brian relates the movies to pertinent issues about Japan. Kaijuvision Radio is dedicated to discovering the Japanese National Spirit in Toho tokusatsu films.

Kaijuvision Radio’s 3-Part Format:

Part 1: A short description (not a summary) of the movie. It’s an analysis tailored to kaiju and tokusatsu movies, to arm the listener with the facts. At last, a way to compare these movies to each other.

Part 2: With the facts out of the way, I will analyze and give my opinions on the film.

Part 3: A brand new, one-of-a-kind fusion of international affairs and movie analysis. Japan-related topic(s) either brought up by the movie, or going on at the time the movie was released. Topics are historical, political, economic, or cultural.

Season 1 (episodes 1-37): It's impossible to talk about Godzilla without talking about Japan, and Japan is just as unique as Godzilla, so we’ll be discussing its history and culture and how it influenced the Godzilla film franchise, which is a great way to find out more about Japan. Godzilla is the most complex and multifaceted kaiju ever created, and it means so many things to many people. Not only is Godzilla a powerful symbol of nuclear weapons and disasters, but most of these movies are an expression of the Japanese national spirit. Brian and co-host Nathan Marchand take a fascinating journey reassessing the Godzilla franchise, and since these movies are often anchored in the time they were released, they tell you what these movies are communicating about Japan.
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Film Reviews
TV & Film,
History,
Film History
Episodes (20/79)
Kaijuvision Radio
KVR Live 6: Regarding Nathan’s firing from Kaijuvision in August 2018
I received a question from a listener about the circumstances of this event, so I decided to answer it.

If you're wondering why I am a little bent over in this video, it's because of severe chronic pain in my spine.

Receipts here:
https://twitter.com/kaijuvision/status/1344055920096063488

Receipts include excerpts from Nathan's blog about the Dennis Hensley alleged attempted rape scandal, and his claim his Facebook was hacked (redactions are to protect his friends)
The now redacted section by Watkins characterizing Hensley's victims as the aggressors, Nathan saying it's the best thing written on the scandal, and the rest of Watkins' over the top blog.

Nathan's full article:
http://nathanjsmarchand.com/my-thoughts-on-the-dr-dennis-hensley-scandal/

For the video version of this podcast, check out the YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/KaijuvisionRadio

Host/Editor/Director: Brian Scherschel
Video Location: Fort Wayne, Indiana
Music: Audiophiliac (www.fiverr.com/audiophiliac)
KVR Live YouTube Music:
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4 years ago
18 minutes 40 seconds

Kaijuvision Radio
KVR Live 5: The US: A Nation in Crisis, Honda War Crimes Video Recap
In this live, I outline the incredible threat to United States national security during this tumultuous time. With the election, a possible presidential transition, and the coronavirus in the White House, there are many threats from other nations and non-state actors.
I also address the reactions to the Comfort Women video previously released on this channel.
For the video version of this podcast, check out the YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/KaijuvisionRadio

Host/Editor/Director: Brian Scherschel
Video Location: Fort Wayne, Indiana
Music: Audiophiliac (www.fiverr.com/audiophiliac)
KVR Live YouTube Music:
––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
Summer Nights by LiQWYD https://soundcloud.com/liqwyd
Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0
Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/summer-nights-liqwyd
Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/6A2mPVrYAxs
––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
"Torii Gate" Banners: Kevin Geary (kevincgearydesign.com)
Logos: Nanoparticles (www.fiverr.com/nanoparticles)
Copyright Brian J. Scherschel
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5 years ago
47 minutes 5 seconds

Kaijuvision Radio
KVR Live 4: G-Fan Magazine Coronavirus Article, KVR’s third anniversary
In this live, I show you the new Gamera Blu-ray set that arrived, and I discuss the cancellation of G-Fest article in the newest G-Fan Magazine, and make some remarks to honor the occasion of Kaijuvision's 3rd anniversary. The show first aired on September 20, 2017. For the video version of this podcast, check out KVR's YouTube channel. I apologize for the audio - YouTube Live must have forced the webcam microphone as the default.
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5 years ago
1 hour 25 minutes 13 seconds

Kaijuvision Radio
Episode 57: Ishiro Honda and Crimes Against Humanity
In this episode I tackle the issue of Ishiro Honda's time during World War II administering a comfort women camp. I was asked how he evaded punishment for committing Class C War Crimes (Crimes Against Humanity), and I have a definitive yet complex answer. Honda's films were supportive of human rights, and this is what we remember his place in history during World War II. If Honda was an unnamed Japanese man who participated in these crimes, I would have wanted him to be brought to justice and served some kind of punishment for them. However, there are many reasons why this didn't happen. So put on your thinking cap and listen as I explain how complex this situation is. For the video version of the podcast, check out my YouTube channel.

Official Kaijuvision merchandise on Redbubble:
http://www.redbubble.com/shop/kaijuvision?ref=search_box

Host/Editor/Director/Scenic Videos: Brian Scherschel
Video Location: South Side High School, Fort Wayne, Indiana
Music: Audiophiliac (www.fiverr.com/audiophiliac)
"Torii Gate" Banners: Kevin Geary (kevincgearydesign.com)
Logos: Nanoparticles (www.fiverr.com/nanoparticles)
Copyright Brian J. Scherschel
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5 years ago
16 minutes 44 seconds

Kaijuvision Radio
KVR Live 3: Japan Sinks: 2020
In this live, I address the recently released Japan Sinks: 2020 anime series from Science Saru Studios and directed by Masaaki Yuasa.  I give you my reactions and thoughts on this incredible anime.  It's bizarre, funny, sad, and surprising!  It departs significantly from the original Komatsu book.  I analyze the Japanese rap battle about what it means to be Japanese, the old man's murder spree while riding a mobility scooter, and the many bizarre deaths in this fascinating story. For the video version of this podcast, check out KVR's YouTube channel.
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5 years ago
2 hours 37 minutes 56 seconds

Kaijuvision Radio
KVR Live 2: Fandom Discourse, Honda, War Crimes
In this live, I answer questions from listeners about some complex issues, such as fandom behavior online, Ishiro Honda's time in a command position at a comfort women camp, who really rebuilt Japan after the war, economic circumstances that led to the Japanese Economic Miracle, the disparate impact on minorities that gatekeeping has, and the level of popularity of rescinding Article 9 from the Japanese Constitution. For the video version of this podcast, check out my YouTube channel.

Official Kaijuvision merchandise on Redbubble:
http://www.redbubble.com/shop/kaijuvision?ref=search_box

Host/Editor/Director: Brian Scherschel
Video Location: Fort Wayne, Indiana
Copyright Brian J. Scherschel
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5 years ago
1 hour 31 minutes 49 seconds

Kaijuvision Radio
Episode 56: Shin Godzilla, GMK, and Japanese Nationalism
Staying on Shin Godzilla-related content, I give my opinion on the popular article “Shin Godzilla vs. GMK: The Battle Over Japanese Nationalism”. It's not 1947 anymore, and Japan has shown the world how good of a country it can be. At the end of the day, the Japanese should make their own decisions about their constitution and if they should grow their military. East Asia is a very dangerous place right now, and the US and Japan have many things in common. I believe these two movies are not opposites – they are two sides of the same patriotic coin. For the video version of the podcast, check out my YouTube channel.

Link to the article: http://www.godzilla-movies.com/news/shin-godzilla-vs-gmk-the-battle-over-japanese-nationalism

Official Kaijuvision merchandise on Redbubble:
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Host/Editor/Director/Scenic Videos: Brian Scherschel
Video Location: Donahue Memorial Park, Cornwall-On-Hudson, New York
Music: Audiophiliac (www.fiverr.com/audiophiliac)
"Torii Gate" Banners: Kevin Geary (kevincgearydesign.com)
Logos: Nanoparticles (www.fiverr.com/nanoparticles)
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5 years ago
18 minutes 40 seconds

Kaijuvision Radio
KVR Live 1: Charity Livestream – Covid-19 Pandemic, G-Fest, Olympics
This livestream was conducted for the Center for Disaster Philanthropy Covid-19 Response Fund:
http://disasterphilanthropy.org/cdp-fund/cdp-covid-19-response-fund/

In this first livestream from Kaijuvision, I discuss the Covid-19 Pandemic, the status of G-Fest with respect to the pandemic, the postponed Summer Olympic games, how important supermarket employees and other essential workers are, the reactions to the Politics of Shin Godzilla episode, how the pandemic has affected Japan, the economic impact of the coronavirus on jobs and the economy, and the status of future episodes of Kaijuvision. For the video version of this podcast, check out my YouTube channel.

Official Kaijuvision merchandise on Redbubble:
http://www.redbubble.com/shop/kaijuvision?ref=search_box

Host/Editor/Director: Brian Scherschel
Video Location: Fort Wayne, Indiana
Copyright Brian J. Scherschel
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5 years ago
1 hour 38 minutes 12 seconds

Kaijuvision Radio
Episode 55: The Politics of Shin Godzilla
The final word on the politics of Shin Godzilla, from the podcast that covered it best. Is Shin Godzilla a “nationalist” movie? As an international affairs graduate of the best public policy school in the country, I can say that it is not nationalistic. It's patriotic. The 3/11 Disaster (Earthquake/Tsunami/Nuclear Meltdowns) had a big influence on the movie. Godzilla effectively IS the 3/11 disaster. If it was nationalistic, I wouldn't like it as much. Watch me tell you what every fan should know about this incredible movie. I cover the satire, the realism, and much more! This is my first episode recorded on video, but you can still listen to the audio version just like every previous episode. For the video version of the podcast, check out my YouTube channel.

Official Kaijuvision merchandise on Redbubble:
http://www.redbubble.com/shop/kaijuvision?ref=search_box

Host/Editor/Director/Scenic Videos: Brian Scherschel
Video Location: Fort Wayne, Indiana
Music: Audiophiliac (www.fiverr.com/audiophiliac)
"Torii Gate" Banners: Kevin Geary (kevincgearydesign.com)
Logos: Nanoparticles (www.fiverr.com/nanoparticles)
Copyright Brian J. Scherschel
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5 years ago
44 minutes 33 seconds

Kaijuvision Radio
YouTube Channel Reintroduction
In this short video, I reintroduce KVR's YouTube channel. I'm here to say welcome to the show again! I say again about what Kaijuvision focuses on. I will sometimes make an appearance for videos in-person. For the video version of this podcast, check out our YouTube channel.

Official Kaijuvision merchandise on Redbubble:
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Official Kaijuvision merchandise on Redbubble:
http://www.redbubble.com/shop/kaijuvision?ref=search_box

Host/Editor/Director/Scenic Videos: Brian Scherschel
Video Location: Lincoln Bank Tower (left), Allen County Courthouse (center), and The PNC Building (right), Fort Wayne, Indiana
Music: Audiophiliac (www.fiverr.com/audiophiliac)
"Torii Gate" Banners: Kevin Geary (kevincgearydesign.com)
Logos: Nanoparticles (www.fiverr.com/nanoparticles)
Copyright Brian J. Scherschel
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Kaijuvision Radio, created and hosted by Brian Scherschel
http://www.kaijuvision.com
https://twitter.com/kaijuvision
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaijuvision/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Kaijuvision/
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5 years ago
1 minute 32 seconds

Kaijuvision Radio
Behind-the-Scenes Bonus Feature 3: On Patriotism and Creating the Show’s Structure
In the latest Bonus Behind-the-Scenes Special Feature, I explain how I created the show's structure and the role my patriotism played. I put this feature together to go into my thought process during that time. I strongly believe that America helps its friends and its allies, and that we stay strong for them, as they help us. The structure itself reveals the important information and opinions every time it's used. For the video version of our podcast, check out our YouTube channel.

Official Kaijuvision merchandise on Redbubble:
http://www.redbubble.com/shop/kaijuvision?ref=search_box

Host/Editor/Director/Scenic Videos: Brian Scherschel
Video Location: St. Joseph River, Spencerville, Indiana
Music: Audiophiliac (www.fiverr.com/audiophiliac)
"Torii Gate" Banners: Kevin Geary (kevincgearydesign.com)
Logos: Nanoparticles (www.fiverr.com/nanoparticles)
Copyright Brian J. Scherschel
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5 years ago
12 minutes 40 seconds

Kaijuvision Radio
Episode 54 (complete version): The Submersion of Japan (1973) (The 1923 Great Kanto Earthquake)
Here's the full version of Kaijuvision's episode on The Submersion of Japan – Toho's most successful movie of the 1970s. It's an epic episode for an epic movie! To help introduce this movie, I am joined by John LeMay, who loves the film as much as I do. After describing the film, I say how The Submersion of Japan is a special film when compared to many other disaster movies from the 1970s. I then interview John about the film, because the background information is so interesting. For the opinion and analysis, I cover the film chronologically, giving the audience a commentary like none other.
The related topic for this episode is The 1923 Great Kanto Earthquake. I connect this event to the movie in many ways. This topic is the reason why The Submersion of Japan could be considered a horror film on a national scale.
This episode is dedicated to actor Keiju Kobayashi.

You can find John LeMay's books on Amazon here: http://www.amazon.com/John-LeMay/e/B003KTW83K/ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_2?qid=1539779359&sr=8-2. For the video version of this podcast, check out our YouTube channel.

Peace Winds Japan – Super Typhoon Hagibis Relief Fund: https://www.globalgiving.org/projects/super-typhoon-hagibis-relief-fund/

Introduction: 0:00 – 4:44
Part 1 – Film Description: 4:44 – 14:21
Part 2 – General Reflections: 14:21 – 21:40
John LeMay Interview: 21:40 – 1:07:32
Opinion and Analysis: 1:07:32 – 2:17:55
Part 3 – Related Topic: 2:17:55 – 2:41:23
Closing: 2:41:23 – End

Official Kaijuvision merchandise on Redbubble:
http://www.redbubble.com/shop/kaijuvision?ref=search_box

Host/Editor/Director/Scenic Videos: Brian Scherschel
Guest Co-Host: John LeMay
Video Location: Jefferson Boulevard Skybridge, Fort Wayne, Indiana (complete version)
Music: Audiophiliac (www.fiverr.com/audiophiliac)
"Torii Gate" Banners: Kevin Geary (kevincgearydesign.com)
Logos: Nanoparticles (www.fiverr.com/nanoparticles)
Copyright Brian J. Scherschel
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6 years ago
2 hours 43 minutes 24 seconds

Kaijuvision Radio
Episode 54 (3/3): The Submersion of Japan (1973) – The 1923 Great Kanto Earthquake
The related topic for this episode is The 1923 Great Kanto Earthquake. All tokusatsu fans should know about this event and just how significant it was. The Submersion of Japan means so much to the Japanese people because of this event. The Tokyo earthquake in the movie is referred to in the book as “The Second Great Kanto Earthquake”. The movie started shooting on the day of the 50th anniversary of the earthquake: September 1, 1973.

This episode is dedicated to actor Keiju Kobayashi.

You can find John LeMay's books on Amazon here: http://www.amazon.com/John-LeMay/e/B003KTW83K/ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_2?qid=1539779359&sr=8-2. For the video version of this podcast, check out our YouTube channel.

Peace Winds Japan – Super Typhoon Hagibis Relief Fund: https://www.globalgiving.org/projects/super-typhoon-hagibis-relief-fund/

Part 3 – Related Topic: 0:00 – 23:28
Closing: 23:28 – End

Official Kaijuvision merchandise on Redbubble:
http://www.redbubble.com/shop/kaijuvision?ref=search_box

Host/Editor/Director/Scenic Videos: Brian Scherschel
Video Location: Jefferson Boulevard Skybridge, Fort Wayne, Indiana (Part 3 of 3)
Music: Audiophiliac (www.fiverr.com/audiophiliac)
"Torii Gate" Banners: Kevin Geary (kevincgearydesign.com)
Logos: Nanoparticles (www.fiverr.com/nanoparticles)
Copyright Brian J. Scherschel
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6 years ago
25 minutes 29 seconds

Kaijuvision Radio
Episode 54 (2/3): The Submersion of Japan (1973) – Opinion and Analysis
In part two of this episode, I present my opinion and analysis of The Submersion of Japan. I address the science behind the story, the Japanese cultural details throughout the movie, and I cover all the other incredible aspects of this epic movie. Is it a horror movie? In a national way, it is. You'll be able to tell this movie is one of my all-time top favorites! The remaining third of the episode will be released tomorrow.
This episode is dedicated to actor Keiju Kobayashi.
You can find John LeMay's books on Amazon here: http://www.amazon.com/John-LeMay/e/B003KTW83K/ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_2?qid=1539779359&sr=8-2. For the video version of this podcast, check out our YouTube channel.

Peace Winds Japan – Super Typhoon Hagibis Relief Fund: https://www.globalgiving.org/projects/super-typhoon-hagibis-relief-fund/

Part 2 – Opinion and Analysis: 0:00 – End

Official Kaijuvision merchandise on Redbubble:
http://www.redbubble.com/shop/kaijuvision?ref=search_box

Host/Editor/Director/Scenic Videos: Brian Scherschel
Video Location: Jefferson Boulevard Skybridge, Fort Wayne, Indiana (Part 2 of 3)
Music: Audiophiliac (www.fiverr.com/audiophiliac)
"Torii Gate" Banners: Kevin Geary (kevincgearydesign.com)
Logos: Nanoparticles (www.fiverr.com/nanoparticles)
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6 years ago
1 hour 10 minutes 22 seconds

Kaijuvision Radio
Episode 54 (1/3): The Submersion of Japan (1973) – Film Description/Reflections/John LeMay Interview
(Included in this third: Intro/Part 1 Film Description/Reflections on Disaster Movies/John LeMay Interview) The highest-grossing Japanese movie of the 1970s has received the royal Kaijuvision treatment! An epic episode for an epic movie! In this third of the episode, I present the Part 1 Film Description, reflect on 70s disaster movies, and interview author John LeMay, who loves this movie as much as I do. We also both have read the English translation of the book. The remaining two thirds of the episode will be released tomorrow and the day after.
This episode is dedicated to actor Keiju Kobayashi.
You can find John LeMay's books on Amazon here: http://www.amazon.com/John-LeMay/e/B003KTW83K/ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_2?qid=1539779359&sr=8-2. For the video version of this podcast, check out our YouTube channel.

Peace Winds Japan – Super Typhoon Hagibis Relief Fund: https://www.globalgiving.org/projects/super-typhoon-hagibis-relief-fund/

Introduction: 0:00 – 4:44
Part 1 – Film Description: 4:44 – 14:21
Part 2 – General Reflections: 14:21 – 21:40
John LeMay Interview: 21:40 – End

Official Kaijuvision merchandise on Redbubble:
http://www.redbubble.com/shop/kaijuvision?ref=search_box

Host/Editor/Director/Scenic Videos: Brian Scherschel
Guest Co-Host: John LeMay
Video Location: Jefferson Boulevard Skybridge, Fort Wayne, Indiana (Part 1 of 3)
Music: Audiophiliac (www.fiverr.com/audiophiliac)
"Torii Gate" Banners: Kevin Geary (kevincgearydesign.com)
Logos: Nanoparticles (www.fiverr.com/nanoparticles)
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6 years ago
1 hour 7 minutes 32 seconds

Kaijuvision Radio
Episode 53: Space Amoeba (1970) (Japanese Colonialism in Oceania)
It's the last Toho classic kaiju movie, and there's so much to like! The engaging cinematography and Kenji Sahara's performance as Obata are two of the best things. And there aren't any annoying squeaky-voiced little kids either! The subtle symbolism regarding Chinese Communism in the story and the kaiju is fascinating. Celebrate the end of an era with me, as I elevate this overlooked yet fun kaiju entry.
The related topic for this episode is Japanese Colonialism in Oceania.
This episode is dedicated to Akira Kubo.
I'd like to send a shout-out to our patrons Kyoei Toshi and Sean Stiff. Thank you for your support! I really appreciate it. For the video version of this podcast, check out our YouTube channel.

Introduction: 0:00 – 2:22
Part 1 – Film Description: 2:22 – 14:28
Part 2 – Opinion and Analysis: 14:28 – 45:16
Part 3 – Related Topic: 45:16 – 1:07:58
Closing: 1:07:58 – End

Official Kaijuvision merchandise on Redbubble:
http://www.redbubble.com/shop/kaijuvision?ref=search_box

Host/Editor/Director/Scenic Videos: Brian Scherschel
Video Location: St. Mary's River, Allen County, Indiana
Music: Audiophiliac (www.fiverr.com/audiophiliac)
"Torii Gate" Banners: Kevin Geary (kevincgearydesign.com)
Logos: Nanoparticles (www.fiverr.com/nanoparticles)
Copyright Brian J. Scherschel
All Rights Reserved
Kaijuvision Radio, created and hosted by Brian Scherschel
http://www.kaijuvision.com
https://twitter.com/kaijuvision
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaijuvision/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Kaijuvision/
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6 years ago
1 hour 10 minutes 6 seconds

Kaijuvision Radio
Episode 52: Latitude Zero (1969) (The South China Sea Disputes)
Get into the bath of immunity, then put on your gold or vinyl outfit and prepare yourself for an overwhelmingly positive review of this humorous and underrated piece of Toho history! While the Americans and Japanese on the production staff got into frequent arguments, at least the costume department had fun! Unlike the painfully square reporter Perry Lawton, I'd have stayed in Latitude Zero and never returned to the surface. Though this film didn't perform well, it holds a special place in the hearts of many tokusatsu fans. I showcase the American actors and put the story into context by relating it to similar adventure and Utopian literature and movies.

The related topic for this episode is The South China Sea Disputes – with Google Earth Pro video on YouTube here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_q-v_DlTVeI
The YouTube video of only part 3 with Google Earth video is here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KfOVZTItHjE

This episode is dedicated to Joseph Cotten, Cesar Romero, Patricia Medina, and Richard Jaeckel.

I'd like to send a shout-out to our patrons Kyoei Toshi and Sean Stiff. Thank you for your support! I really appreciate it.

For the video version of this podcast, check out our YouTube channel.

Introduction: 0:00 – 2:11
Part 1 – Film Description: 2:11 – 10:16
Part 2 – Opinion and Analysis: 10:16 – 41:01
Part 3 – Related Topic: 41:01 – 1:02:23
Closing: 1:02:23 – End

Official Kaijuvision merchandise on Redbubble:
http://www.redbubble.com/shop/kaijuvision?ref=search_box

Host/Editor/Director/Scenic Videos: Brian Scherschel
Video Location: Bloomingdale Park (St. Mary's River), Fort Wayne, Indiana
Music: Audiophiliac (www.fiverr.com/audiophiliac)
"Torii Gate" Banners: Kevin Geary (kevincgearydesign.com)
Logos: Nanoparticles (www.fiverr.com/nanoparticles)
Copyright Brian J. Scherschel
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Kaijuvision Radio, created and hosted by Brian Scherschel
http://www.kaijuvision.com
https://twitter.com/kaijuvision
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaijuvision/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Kaijuvision/
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6 years ago
1 hour 4 minutes 2 seconds

Kaijuvision Radio
G-Fest XXVI (2019): G-Fest Wrap-Up and Kevin Derendorf Interview
At G-Fest XXV, Brian interviewed kaiju author and podcaster Kevin Derendorf.  His book is called "Kaiju for Hipsters: 101 'Alternative' Giant Monster Movies".  We discuss the thought processes and goals behind "Kaiju for Hipsters" and compare them to the creative process and goals of Kaijuvision Radio. We discuss the need for rare films to be saved, archived and viewed by audiences because rare films are often entertaining and special. We discuss the need for going deeper into kaiju and tokusatsu movies instead of covering the surface as so many have before. We discuss Shin Godzilla, Godzilla: King of the Monsters (2019), House, the Godzilla Anime Trilogy, and many more fine films.

Check out "Kaiju for Hipsters" here on Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/Kaiju-Hipsters-Alternative-Monster-Movies/dp/1983293776/

I'd like to send a shout-out to our patrons Kyoei Toshi and Sean Stiff. Thank you for your support! I really appreciate it. For the video version of this podcast, check out our YouTube channel.

Official Kaijuvision merchandise on Redbubble:
http://www.redbubble.com/shop/kaijuvision?ref=search_box

Host: Brian Scherschel
Editor/Director/Video: Brian Scherschel
Video Location: Crowne Plaza O'Hare, Rosemont, Illinois
Music: Audiophiliac (http://www.fiverr.com/audiophiliac)
Copyright Brian J. Scherschel
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Kaijuvision Radio, created and hosted by Brian Scherschel
http://www.kaijuvision.com
https://twitter.com/kaijuvision
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaijuvision/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Kaijuvision/
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6 years ago
49 minutes 46 seconds

Kaijuvision Radio
G-Fest XXVI (2019) Panel: Alien Invasions w/Giant Monster Messages
This is our G-Fest Conference panel, which took place at 12:00pm (CDT) on July 14, 2019 at the Crowne Plaza O'Hare in Rosemont, Illinois. It's a two-for-one podcast panel! In it, we compare and contrast alien invasion stories in movies from the Godzilla franchise and from American kaiju/sci-fi movies. I connect the stories from the Godzilla movies to events and trends in Japanese history, while Taylor Hensley of the Giant Monster Messages podcast connects the stories from American films to events and trends in American history. I highlight events from World War II, post-war globalization, nationalism, and the Japanese stock market crash in 1989/1990. Taylor highlights events from the Great Depression, the Red Scare, resource management, and technology.

I'd like to send a shout-out to our patrons Kyoei Toshi, Sean Stiff, William Mize, and Eric White. Thank you for your support! I really appreciate it. For the video version of this podcast, check out our YouTube channel.

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Co-Hosts: Brian Scherschel and Taylor Hensley
Editor/Director/Video: Brian Scherschel
Video Location: Crowne Plaza O'Hare, Rosemont, Illinois
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6 years ago
49 minutes 25 seconds

Kaijuvision Radio
Episode 51: Godzilla: King of the Monsters (US) (2019) (Eco-terrorism/Climate Change)
A lot of critics know and understand the basics of the 1954 Godzilla, but they have less of an understanding of what makes a great Godzilla sequel. This movie has by far the most Toho magic of any non-Japanese Godzilla movie to date. I address the box office, the critical reviews, and how the way this film was edited is a big reason for the film's underperformance. The related topic for this episode is eco-terrorism and climate change.
This episode is dedicated to director Michael Dougherty.
I'd like to send a shout-out to our patrons Kyoei Toshi, Sean Stiff, William Mize, and Eric White. Thank you for your support! I really appreciate it. For the video version of this podcast, check out our YouTube channel.

Introduction: 0:00 – 2:16
Part 1 – Film Description: 2:16 – 12:14
Part 2 – Opinion and Analysis: 12:14 – 1:16:53
Part 3 – Related Topic: 1:16:53 – 1:38:49
Closing: 1:38:49 – End

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Host/Editor/Director/Scenic Videos: Brian Scherschel
Video Location: Lincoln Bank Tower (left), Allen County Courthouse (center), and The PNC Building (right), Fort Wayne, Indiana
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6 years ago
1 hour 40 minutes 15 seconds

Kaijuvision Radio
Season 2 (episodes 38-now): Brian Scherschel chronologically, critically and academically examines a Godzilla/kaiju/tokusatsu film in each episode. Brian relates the movies to pertinent issues about Japan. Kaijuvision Radio is dedicated to discovering the Japanese National Spirit in Toho tokusatsu films.

Kaijuvision Radio’s 3-Part Format:

Part 1: A short description (not a summary) of the movie. It’s an analysis tailored to kaiju and tokusatsu movies, to arm the listener with the facts. At last, a way to compare these movies to each other.

Part 2: With the facts out of the way, I will analyze and give my opinions on the film.

Part 3: A brand new, one-of-a-kind fusion of international affairs and movie analysis. Japan-related topic(s) either brought up by the movie, or going on at the time the movie was released. Topics are historical, political, economic, or cultural.

Season 1 (episodes 1-37): It's impossible to talk about Godzilla without talking about Japan, and Japan is just as unique as Godzilla, so we’ll be discussing its history and culture and how it influenced the Godzilla film franchise, which is a great way to find out more about Japan. Godzilla is the most complex and multifaceted kaiju ever created, and it means so many things to many people. Not only is Godzilla a powerful symbol of nuclear weapons and disasters, but most of these movies are an expression of the Japanese national spirit. Brian and co-host Nathan Marchand take a fascinating journey reassessing the Godzilla franchise, and since these movies are often anchored in the time they were released, they tell you what these movies are communicating about Japan.