Life Lessons: The Gintama Manga Cast
80 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 6 years ago - ★★★★ - 3 ratingsA podcast dedicated to the discussion and analyzation of the manga Gintama created by Hideaki Sorachi, published in Weekly Shonen Jump and owned by Shueisha. We also dissect the chapter titles and their meanings and even take a look at the anime and how much they compare and contrast.
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Episodes
Episode 26 - Not So Samurai
December 22, 2014 01:20 - 84.7 MBOn this episode of Life Lessons, Colton and Jon cover chapters 33 and 34 of the manga, in which more hijinks between the Odd Jobs and Shinsengumi ensue, but this time, with ghosts! Then we have a Life Lessons segment, followed by an Anime/Manga Comparison segment covering Episode 20 of the anime and an email before the show ends. Topics of discussion include Gin and Hijikata as characters, how horrible Mama is, and why Episode 20 may just be the best episode of the anime. 0:00:00 Introductio...
Episode 25 - Grand Theft Auto: Kabuki District
November 24, 2014 05:18 - 56.8 MBOn this episode of Life Lessons, Colton and Jay host a Manga Recap covering Chapter 32, in which Gin, Hasegawa and the rest of the gang go out to the beach. Followed by the Life Lessons segment and an Anime/Manga Comparison covering Episode 19 of the anime. Topics for this episode include why Gintama hasn’t been turned into a GTA game, why Hasegawa is a great character, and just what the hell the new Jump Festa Anime Tour special is about!? Join us next time for Episode 26 of the podcast, and...
Episode 24 - "I'm Not a Terrorist, I'm Katsura"
November 10, 2014 07:24 - 105 MBOn this episode of Life Lessons, Colton and Jon are back from Texas to not only pointlessly cover old Top 10 lists, but also cover Chapters 29 thru 31 of the manga. In which we are introduced to some very eccentric new characters. We also cover all three chapter titles in the usual Life Lessons segment, followed by a short Anime/Manga Comparison segment covering Episode 17 of the anime. After that, we have a surprise Email segment featuring a cameo by someone you've probably never heard of an...
Special - What Now? Life After Gintama (Madaocon Panel)
October 24, 2014 18:56 - 58.6 MBFor every anime fan who finds a series they become a fan of, its understandable that they would go through some sort of withdrawal afterwards, but when you finish something as great as Gintama, life just isn’t the same anymore. Join Colton and his podcast crew, as they talk about their recommendations for shows that will make you laugh, cry and feel (almost) the same way you felt during your very first time experiencing Gintama. This recording was apart of a larger fan event held recently ca...
Episode 23 - The Gamera of Panties
September 16, 2014 01:28 - 71.8 MBOn this episode of Life Lessons, we have hosts Colton, Jon and Jay, as they cover Chapter 28 of the manga. In which Otae’s anger over her panties being stolen isn’t the only thing explosive about the Odd Job gang’s hijinks. We also have a short Life Lessons segment covering the chapter title, “Oh Yeah! Our Crib is Number One!”, followed by an Anime/Manga Comparison of Episode 18 of the anime. Discussion points include the necessity of translating store signs in anime, Otae’s dialogue at the e...
Episode 22 - Space is his Jam
September 01, 2014 09:07 - 95.9 MBOn this episode of Life Lessons, Colton, Jon and Jay cover Chapters 26 and 27 of the manga. In which the Odd Jobs trio win a free trip to outer space and Gintoki reunites with an old friend. Discussion during the Manga Recap includes Sakamoto as a character, him compared to his other comrades, and just how much control he has over his company. This episode also includes a double Life Lessons segment and Anime/Manga Comparison of Episode 23, followed by 8 minutes of probably really annoying an...
Episode 21 - Paradise is Tapped to His Head
August 20, 2014 02:23 - 102 MBOn this episode of Life Lessons, its back to just Colton and Jasmine, as they cover Chapter 25 of the manga, in which the Odd Jobs meet again with Kimiko (Hammy) and take on another job request. A lot is discussed than one would think on this week’s manga recap, including Kimiko as a character and her supposed lifestyle, correlations between the Amanto and humans and even the complexity of speech. All of this, followed by another Life Lesson and Anime/Manga Comparison. Join us next time as we...
Episode 20 - Cool Girls Don't Look at Explosions
July 30, 2014 04:06 - 59.9 MBOn this episode of Life Lessons, Colton and Jon are joined once again by #1 fan of the podcast, Lia, as they cover Chapter 24 of the manga. In which, Catherine’s past comes back to haunt her. We also have both the usual Life Lessons and Anime/Manga Comparison segements. One of them only being exaggerated by a third. What’s not an exaggeration is that this episode is miraculously shorter than the previous!! Even so, enjoy the episode anyway!
Episode 19 - Mr. Wilson, The Legendary Super Saiyan
July 15, 2014 03:34 - 66.9 MBOn this episode of Life Lessons, Jasmine finally comes back to the podcast and joins Colton and Jon for a Manga Recap of Chapter 23, but not before she receives a few compliments. Afterwards, they have a very, overly profound Life Lessons segment. Followed by a very short Anime/Manga Comparison segment. Another short and simple episode, but we hope you enjoy it anyway!
Episode 18 - Women Suck (at Fire Fighting)
June 24, 2014 00:03 - 89.5 MBOH! MY! GOD! Do we have a very bizarre episode of Life Lessons for you! Colton and Jon start off with some of the usual small talk before they cover Chapters 21 and 22 of the manga. Followed by a double Life Lessons segment and the usual Anime/Manga Comparison. Get ready for a lot of Jojo’s and playful teasing of the female gender this episode, because there’s a lot of both. Enjoy!
Episode 17 - The Concert Zone
June 09, 2014 19:04 - 77.8 MBOn this episode of Life Lessons, its just Colton and Jay this time as they cover Chapter 20 of the manga and the Annual Weird Cosmic Pet Grand Prix. Followed by the usual Life Lessons and Anime/Manga Comparison and the unusually reoccurring Email segment, in which Colton tries to figure out why people like Jasmine more than him. Enjoy the episode, and may the best win! Remember to follow Madao Con on Twitter and listen to Minisode 19 of the Just a Gintama Podcast to find out how YOU can be ...
Episode 16 - Toxic Love
May 20, 2014 18:00 - 88.5 MBOn this episode of Life Lessons, Colton and Jasmine are joined by special guest, Doctor (host of the SSAA Podcast), as they cover Chapter 19 of the manga. This episode also includes the usual Life Lessons segment about pop idols and the crazy things they go through and an Anime/Manga Comparison segment covering Episode 30 of the anime and why you should check out Detective Conan/Case Closed. Check out all of Doctor's stuff and things and enjoy the episode!
Episode 15 - More 3D Than 2D
May 05, 2014 19:49 - 86.1 MBOn this episode of Life Lessons, its just Colton and Jon again, as they talk about their adventures in zip lining. Afterwards, they cover Chapter 18 of the manga, followed by a VERY short, but enlightening Life Lessons segment and a VERY normal Anime/Manga Comparison segment. All good things must come to an end, but not before they read an email from certain lovable fangirl known as Lia. Enjoy!!
Episode 14 - Make Like a Tree, And Die Hijikata
April 20, 2014 08:48 - 203 MBIts finally here! Our first year anniversary podcast is finally here and we have a full crew! On this episode of Life Lessons, Colton, Jasmine, and Jon are joined by their friend Jay (from Episode 1) and special guest Lia (from Episode 7), “number one” fan of the podcast. This cast of colorful, cartoon characters finally come together in the same room to record a podcast and talk about a bunch of things and stuff, such as, Gintoki in J-Stars Victory Versus for the PS3, the recent Shonen Jum...
Special - Manga Corner: Mean Worlds
April 20, 2014 01:09 - 20.1 MBColton joins host JD Banks to talk about both Gintama and World Trigger in celebration of Yuri’s Night in Japan and what “life lessons” they can take away from both series. They also play a little Shiritori while they are at it. Enjoy! (WARNING: Includes spoilers for Shinsengumi Crisis and Red Spider arc)
Episode 13 - Gintoki Hates Pandas?
March 12, 2014 22:37 - 130 MBOn this episode of Life Lessons, we cover Chapter 16 of the manga, and have a surprisingly long discussion afterwards. Followed by a Life Lessons segment and an Anime/Manga Comparison segment. While Colton is away in Miami until April, enjoy a lot of discussion on Hasegawa, his character, and why more people should appreciate him. We also discuss the moral of the chapter and its importance in the series in general, the characters and what roles they play and why we think one of our dearest fr...
Episode 12 - Yamazaki's Contempt Of The Court
February 20, 2014 03:53 - 58.4 MBOn this episode of Life Lessons, Colton and Jon recap Chapter 15 of the manga. Followed by both a short Life Lessons segment and Anime/Manga Comparison segment. Not much of a description, but that’s because this is OUR SHORTEST EPISODE EVER! That’s an accomplishment, right? We will be on hiatus throughout the month March, but will be back in April to celebrate our 1 year anniversary! How will we celebrate it? Probably by doing the same ‘old same ‘old. Maybe we’ll think of something.
Episode 11 - Everything The Light Touches, Is My Country
January 22, 2014 00:51 - 195 MBOn our first episode of 2014, we go over the story arc of the manga, the Harusame Arc! We start off with three manga recaps (Chapters 12 through 14), then we talk about all three chapter titles during our Life Lessons segment, followed by our Anime/Manga Comparison segment on Episode 13 of the anime and then we round off. Our longest episode this time around includes more discussion about why we love the women of Gintama, what might have happened during the Amanto War and the possibilities in...
Episode 10 - Lucky and Samantha
December 21, 2013 02:00 - 82.4 MBWe’re finally back after almost 3 whole months! And just in time (kinda sorta) to celebrate Gintama’s 10th anniversary! How? By doing a Manga Recap of Chapter 11! A whole number more than ten! After that, we have a short Life Lessons segment talking about food….and the chapter title I guess? Then we have our Anime/Manga Comparison talking about Episode 11 of the anime and then we wrap up! I promise we’re not this excited on the actual episode!!!! Lastly, stay tuned near the end of January (or...
Episode 9 - Jii West Side
September 10, 2013 22:19 - 104 MBOn this episode of Life Lessons, Colton and Jasmine talk for 30 minutes about nothing and Devil May Cry right before recapping Chapter 10 (Eat Something Sour When You’re Tired) of the manga. After that, we have a Life Lessons and Anime/Manga Comparison segment before we round off the show. Life Lessons will be on hiatus until mid-November. Until then…Bye-Bee.
Episode 8 - Smuggly Aroused
August 20, 2013 18:23 - 103 MBOn this episode of Life Lessons, Colton, Jasmine and Jon start off with some Gintama couples discussion. Then we do a Manga Recap of Chapter 9 (Fighting Should Be Done With Fists), followed by an interesting Life Lessons segment and a short-and-to-the-point Anime/Manga Comparison segment and then we round off the show. We DO love our listeners by the way. Also, watch Gravity Falls. Just do it.
Episode 7 - Sister, Sister
July 26, 2013 12:42 - 98.5 MBOn this episode podcast, both Jasmine and Jon join me for some convention talk. Afterwards, we have a Manga Recap of Chapter 8 (There Is Butt a Fine Line Between Persistence and Stubbornness), followed by a Life Lessons and Anime/Manga Comparison segment. We also talk a little Sister, Sister (as if you already couldn't tell from the episode title). Enjoy!
Episode 6 - Cinnamon Strawberry Gint
July 10, 2013 06:06 - 88.1 MBOn this episode of the podcast, the role of Jasmine will performed by Jon from the Another Day, Another Adventure Podcast as we recap Chapter 7 of the manga. Followed by a very short, but sweet Life Lessons segment, another unexpected Anime/Manga Comparison, and a very lengthy feedback segment with (hopefully) funny voices! Jasmine will be back next episode for our recap of Chapter 8. Enjoy!
Podcast Special 1 - The Inner Machinations of Zura’s Mind Are an Enigma
June 28, 2013 23:00 - 121 MBJoin me and Jasmine as we not only celebrate MY birthday, but also a certain Zura’s. Yes, it’s not just my birthday today, but Katsura’s birthday as well. Which means we recorded and dedicated an entire special episode to one of both our favorite (surprisingly very complex) character. We talk about everything from his very quirky personality, his interests, and his somewhat vague past with Gintoki and the rest of his comrades. So Happy Birthday Zura and many more! :D WARNING: THERE WILL BE S...
Episode 5 - "Do a Katsu-Roll!!"
June 12, 2013 05:38 - 135 MBOn this episode, we talk about, not one, but, TWO CHAPTERS of the manga. Chapters 5 and 6 to be precise. But not before we put in our two cents about the trailer for the upcoming Gintama Movie (Gintama The Movie - The Final Chapter: Be Forever Yorozuya). We also have a Life Lessons segment talking about both chapter titles, an Anime/Manga Comparison segment about anime Episode 5 (with a shocking verdict), and a very in-depth Translations and Things segment talking mostly about the "Zura gag" ...
Episode 4 - People Who Buy Clothes From Goodwill, Usually are a Shinpachi
May 22, 2013 01:15 - 139 MBOn this episode of Life Lessons, me and Jasmine spend another Saturday night talking about (no, not more black celebritys) Gintama. We have a Manga Recap for Chapter 4, followed by a long Life Lessons segment where we relive our high school years....and talk about the chapter title (People Who Make Good First Impressions Usually Suck). Then we do our Anime/Manga Comparison of Episode 12. We also have a very short Translations and Things segment. Then last but not least, we have the beginn...
Episode 3 - My Little Fresh Prince: Scooters Are Magic (Re-Upload)
May 08, 2013 13:29 - 102 MBGuess what black celebrity we talk about this time? While you’re listening to find out, me (Colton), Jasmine and our very good friend Jon discuss Chapter 3 (Watch Out! Weekly Shonen Jump Sometimes Comes Out on Saturdays!). We also have a very breif Life Lessons segment, talk about the anime episode, and talk about various things about Viz’s English translation. You’ll definately wanna stay after-hours for this one. Later Skaters! And remember, D.G.L.
Episode 1 - We're Really Sorry (Re-Upload)
May 08, 2013 13:28 - 145 MBIf you’re confused about the way our podcast is supposed to be structered, please refer to Episode 0. Otherwise, we hope you think our first episode of the podcast is at least decent. On this episode, we have myself, Jasmine and Jay screwing around for a little right before we have our Manga Recap of Chapter 1. Then we talk about the differences between the chapter and the anime episode, some of the translation of the chapter, and finally, discuss and analyze the chapter title (Nobody With Na...
Episode 2 - How Hasegawa Lost His Groove (And Never Got It Back) (Re-Upload)
May 08, 2013 13:28 - 99 MBOn this episode, we have a Manga Recap for Chapter 2 (Responsible Owners Should Clean Up After Their Pets). Followed by a Life Lessons and Anime/Manga Comparison segment. Meanwhile, I zone out and Jasmine goes on about her pets. By the way, the music for the Life Lessons segment for some reason starts up very prematurely. I’ll be more careful about that next time…
Episode 0 - Beginning of a Podcast, Epilogue of a Tragedy (Re-Upload)
May 08, 2013 13:20 - 1 hour - 80.6 MBIn this episode that me and Jasmine recorded, we go over basic stuff about Gintama and our podcast like we should’ve done in Episode 1, except we actually do that and this time, better. Hopefully, you won’t be as annoyed with us as you probably were when listening to Episode 1.