Saved by the Belial: An Atrocious Ultraman Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

Sorry for the delay in an episode this week. This should help clear things up. Also, it's hilarious the night we have an important announcement, we run into some substantial recording issues. AKA why we switched to Riverside.fm from Squadcast.fm months ago and haven't looked back.

Extra music: Onion March by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

We start our journey through the Ultra Q zone with tales of terrapin trauma and more cats than you can shake a stick at...

When David and Chris, the bonafide Belial Buds™, asked Mr. Roebuck to be on the show, they didn’t realize what manner of mayhem would ensue, including…well…do you really want to be spoiled?

Episodes covered:

1. Defeat Gomess!
2. Goro and Goro
3. The Gift from Space
4. Mammoth Flower
5. Peguila is Here!
6. Grow up! Little Turtle
7. S.O.S. Mount Fuji
8. Terror of the Sweet Honey
9. Baron Spider
10. The Underground Super Express Goes West

Where to watch:

• Mill Creek (Physical/Digital)
• Moviespree (Digital)
• ShoutFactoryTV (Streaming)
• Tubi (Streaming)

Andrew Links:

Triassic Park: Apple Podcasts | Spotify

Andrew’s Twitter: I was going to make a scavenger hunt, but that takes a lot of work, and I’m going to exercise my right to be lazy. If you spend about two minutes going through his podcast episode descriptions, you’ll find it!

Podcast cover artwork: Klenda V

Intro: “Ultra Q Theme,” composed by Kunio Miyauchi, arranged by Kweer Kaiju.

Outro: “Promise for the Future,” originally performed by Tasuku Hatanaka, composed by Watanabe Toru, arranged by Arcade Tales.

Theological insight music: “Spark Of Inspiration” by Shane Ivers

Patron appreciation segment music: “Tape Star” by Shane Ivers

Have listener feedback? Need prayer? http://www.atrociouspod.com/contact

For more info, visit http://www.atrociouspod.com

Saved by the Belial is a proud partner of the Tokusatsu Network.

Also, we have a Patreon! All proceeds are donated to the Ultraman Foundation, a charity helping kids in need in Japan. For more information or to partner with us, please visit http://www.patreon.com/atrociouspod

A huge thank you to our amazing Patrons!

• Wesley
• Mel
• Fae
• Kyoei Toshi
• Eli

It's time to leave the (TV) Land of Light and dive into the world of Marvel’s Rise of Ultraman! Discussing this new take on the giant of light with us is Alex of Monsters vs. Men, and as always, hijinks ensue. Oh, and Alex's favorite kaiju Skydon returns!

Issues covered:

• Issues 1-5 of The Rise of Ultraman
• Writers: Kyle Higgins, Matthew Groom
• Inkers: G Gurihiru, Michael Cho, Francesco Manna, Ed Mcguinness
• Pencilers: G Gurihiru, Michael Cho, Francesco Manna, Ed Mcguinness
• Colorists: G Gurihiru, Michael Cho, Espen Grundetjern
• Letterer: Vc Ariana Maher
• Editor: Jeff Youngquist

Where to read:

• Marvel (Individuals/Trade Paperback)
• Comixology (Digital)

Podcast cover artwork: Klenda V

Intro: “Ultraman Theme,” composed by Kunio Miyauchi, arranged by Kweer Kaiju.

Outro: “Connect the Truth,” originally performed by Nami Tamaki, composed by Takumi Ozawa, arranged by Arcade Tales.

Theological insight music: “Spark Of Inspiration” by Shane Ivers

Have listener feedback? Need prayer? http://www.atrociouspod.com/contact

For more info, visit http://www.atrociouspod.com

Saved by the Belial is a proud partner of the Tokusatsu Network.

As of 7/19/2021, we have a Patreon! All proceeds are donated to the Ultraman Foundation, a charity helping kids in need in Japan. For more information or to partner with us, please visit http://www.patreon.com/atrociouspod

Wait, it's time to finish Ginga S already?! That's what happens when there are only sixteen episodes, I suppose. So the question is: does the show stick its landing, or do we find ourselves demanding (more)? And Chris watches his first Ultra-movie!

Episodes covered:

9. “A Life to Regain,” Director: Yoshikazu Ishii, Writer: Hisako Kurosawa

10. “The Holy Sword of the Future,” Director: Yoshikazu Ishii, Writer: Akio Miyoshi

11. “Gan-Q’s Tears,” Director: Kiyotaka Taguchi, Writer: Takao Nakano

12. “To Meet You,” Director: Kiyotaka Taguchi, Writer: Sotaro Hayashi

13. “Split! UPG,” Director: Kazuya Konaka, Writer: Aya Takei

14. “Resurrection of Lugiel,” Director: Kazuya Konaka, Writer: Yuji Kobayashi

15. “Adventure Called Life,” Director: Koichi Sakamoto, Writer: Hirotoshi Kobayashi

16. “Battle for Tomorrow,” Director: Koichi Sakamoto, Writer: Takao Nakano

“Ultraman Ginga S The Movie: Showdown! The 10 Ultra Warriors!,” Director: Koichi Sakamoto, Writers: Yuji Kobayashi, Takao Nakano

“Ultra Fight Victory,” Director: Koichi Sakamoto, Writer: Junichiro Ashiki

Tokusatsu Network: Event Recap: Ultraman Connection Live: Sevenger Fight

Eric Schuster’s Wonderful Kid Taro Artwork: Twitter

Where to watch:

• Mill Creek (Physical/Digital)
• Moviespree (Digital)
• ShoutFactoryTV (Digital)

Podcast cover artwork: Klenda V

Intro: “Ultraman Theme,” composed by Kunio Miyauchi, arranged by Kweer Kaiju.

Outro: “Promise for the Future,” originally performed by Tasuku Hatanaka, composed by Watanabe Toru, arranged by Arcade Tales.

Theological insight music: “Spark Of Inspiration” by Shane Ivers

Have listener feedback? Need prayer? http://www.atrociouspod.com/contact

For more info, visit http://www.atrociouspod.com

Saved by the Belial is a proud partner of the Tokusatsu Network.

As of 7/19/2021, we have a Patreon! All proceeds are donated to the Ultraman Foundation, a charity helping kids in need in Japan. For more information or to partner with us, please visit http://www.patreon.com/atrociouspod

When Koichi Sakamoto takes the reins for Ultraman Ginga S, the direction changes, but is it for the best? Is Ultraman Victory a worthwhile addition? And what theological connections does Chris make this time? Time to Ultra-smash that play button!

Episodes covered:

1. “The Power to Open the Way,” Director: Koichi Sakamoto, Writer: Yuji Kobayashi
2. “Ginga vs. Victory,” Director: Koichi Sakamoto, Writer: Tako Nakano
3. “The Lone Warrior,” Director: Koichi Sakamoto, Writer: Akio Miyoshi
4. “The Meaning of Strength,” Director: Yoshikazu Ishii, Writer: Aya Takei
5. “Friend and Devil,” Director: Yoshikazu Ishii, Writer: Hirotoshi Kobayashi
6. “The Forgotten Past,” Director: Kyotaka Taguchi, Writer: Hisako Kurosawa
7. “Activate! Operation Magnewave,” Director: Kiyotaka Taguchi, Writer: Sotaro Hayashi
8. “Desperate Battle in the Sunrise,” Director: Kiyotaka Taguchi, Writer: Yuji Kobayashi

Where to watch:

• Mill Creek (Physical/Digital)
• Moviespree (Digital)
• ShoutFactoryTV (Digital)

Podcast cover artwork: Klenda V

Intro: “Ultraman Theme,” composed by Kunio Miyauchi, arranged by Kweer Kaiju.

Outro: “Promise for the Future,” originally performed by Tasuku Hatanaka, composed by Watanabe Toru, arranged by Arcade Tales.

Theological insight music: “Spark Of Inspiration” by Shane Ivers

Have listener feedback? Need prayer? http://www.atrociouspod.com/contact

For more info, visit http://www.atrociouspod.com

Saved by the Belial is a proud partner of the Tokusatsu Network.

As of 7/19/2021, we have a Patreon! All proceeds are donated to the Ultraman Foundation, a charity helping kids in need in Japan. For more information or to partner with us, please visit http://www.patreon.com/atrociouspod

We enjoyed having Eric from Monsters vs. Men on so much we decided to keep the conversation going!

Topics discussed: Eric’s journey from film snob to toku fan; whether films and shows are as effective in encouraging change compared to literature; fandom obsessions, expectations, and how this can shape one’s identity; Eric’s journey through the MCU with his wife; and the concept of the “sympathetic antagonist.”

Monsters vs. Men: Website | Twitter | Patreon

Freddie deBoer: “Annoying Connoisseurs Make Things Better for the Rest of Us”

David’s article: Godzilla vs. Chomsky

Podcast cover artwork: Klenda V

Intro: “Careless Whisper” by George Michael (please don’t sue us)

Outro: “Careless Whisper” feat. Robyn Adele Anderson & Dave Koz by Postmodern Jukebox

Have listener feedback? Need prayer? http://www.atrociouspod.com/contact

For more info, visit http://www.atrociouspod.com

Saved by the Belial is a proud partner of the Tokusatsu Network.

As of 7/19/2021, we have a Patreon! All proceeds are donated to the Ultraman Foundation, a charity helping kids in need in Japan. For more information or to partner with us, please visit http://www.patreon.com/atrociouspod

Joining us for some spicy shenanigans is Eric Neely of Monsters vs. Men infamy! This episode contains: 50g of mispronouncing character names, 20mg of confusing the main antagonist with a legendary Pokemon, and 100% good times. Please listen responsibly.

Episodes covered:

7. “The Monster Competition,” Director: Yuichi Abe, Writer: Akira Tanizaki

8. “The Closed World,” Director: Tomoo Haraguchi, Writer: Heiichi Hasegawa

9. “The Stolen Ginga Spark,” Director: Yoshikazu Ishii, Writer: Keiichi Hasegawa

10. “The Jet Black Ultra Brothers,” Director: Yoshikazu Ishii, Writer: Kenichi Araki

11. “Darkness and Light,” Director: Yuichi Abe, Writer: Akira Tanizaki

12. “Your Future,” Director: Yuichi Abe, Writer: Keiichi Hasegawa

Monsters vs. Men: Website | Twitter | Patreon

Where to watch:

• Mill Creek (Physical/Digital)
• Moviespree (Digital)
• ShoutFactoryTV (Digital)

Podcast cover artwork: Klenda V

Intro: “Ultraman Theme,” composed by Kunio Miyauchi, arranged by Kweer Kaiju.

Outro: “Connect the Truth,” originally performed by Nami Tamaki, composed by Takumi Ozawa, arranged by Arcade Tales.

Theological insight music: “Spark Of Inspiration” by Shane Ivers

Have listener feedback? Need prayer? http://www.atrociouspod.com/contact

For more info, visit http://www.atrociouspod.com

Saved by the Belial is a proud partner of the Tokusatsu Network.

As of 7/19/2021, we have a Patreon! All proceeds are donated to the Ultraman Foundation, a charity helping kids in need in Japan. For more information or to partner with us, please visit http://www.patreon.com/atrociouspod

We made it to the New Generation era. First stop: Ginga! Does this show deserve the hate it gets? Does Hasegawa's writing work for us? And why are nut shots such an effective comedic trope? Plus: medicine balls. Let her rip!

Episodes covered:

1. “The Town of Falling Stars,” Director: Yuichi Abe, Writer: Keiichi Hasegawa
2. “A Midsummer Night’s Dream,” Director: Yuichi Abe, Writer: Keiichi Hasegawa
3. “The Twin-Headed Flame Beast,” Director: Tomoo Haraguchi, Writer: Akira Tanizaki
4. “The Idol is Ragon,” Director: Tamoo Haraguchi, Writer: Kenichi Araki
5. “The Hater of Dreams,” Director: Kengo Kaij, Writer: Masanao Akahoshi
6. “The Battle for Dreams,” Director: Kengo Kaij, Writer: Masanao Akahoshi

Where to watch:

• Mill Creek (Physical/Digital)
• Moviespree (Digital)
• ShoutFactoryTV (Digital)

Podcast cover artwork: Klenda V

Intro: “Ultraman Theme,” composed by Kunio Miyauchi, arranged by Kweer Kaiju.

Outro: “Connect the Truth,” originally performed by Nami Tamaki, composed by Takumi Ozawa, arranged by Arcade Tales.

Theological insight music: “Spark Of Inspiration” by Shane Ivers

Have listener feedback? Need prayer? http://www.atrociouspod.com/contact

For more info, visit http://www.atrociouspod.com

Saved by the Belial is a proud partner of the Tokusatsu Network.

As of 7/19/2021, we have a Patreon! All proceeds are donated to the Ultraman Foundation, a charity helping kids in need in Japan. For more information or to partner with us, please visit http://www.patreon.com/atrociouspod

We did a bonus episode with Pri, because otherwise, the actual episode would have been two hours!

Topics discussed: religion and crucifixion imagery in the Ultraman franchise, era-elitism, Ultraman Z, theories about Trigger*, old-school Toonami, the live-action Gundam movie announcement, and of course more MCU/Falcon and Winter Soldier discourse.

*This episode was recorded before the teaser trailer dropped!

Pri's Blog about Ultraman and Tokusatsu: https://capesandcoolscarves.wordpress.com/

Pri's Twitter Account: http://www.twitter.com/sunglasspri

Podcast cover artwork: Klenda V

Intro: “Ultraman Theme,” composed by Kunio Miyauchi, arranged by Kweer Kaiju.

Have listener feedback? Need prayer? http://www.atrociouspod.com/contact

For more info, visit http://www.atrociouspod.com

As of 7/19/2021, we have a Patreon! All proceeds are donated to the Ultraman Foundation, a charity helping kids in need in Japan. For more information or to partner with us, please visit http://www.patreon.com/atrociouspod

When you schedule your first podcast guest, it only makes sense to have one of the most welcoming and passionate Ultraman fans out there, right? Thankfully, our friend Pri agreed to join us for the final episodes of Ultraman, and we had a blast! Onward to Ginga!

Episodes covered:

31. “Who Goes There?,” Director: Yuzo Higuchi, Writer: Taro Kaido

32. “Endless Counterattack,” Director: Toshitsugu Suzuki, Writer: Keisuke Fujikawa

33. “The Forbidden Words,” Director: Toshitsugu Suzuki, Writer: Tetsuo Kinjo

34. “A Gift from the Sky,” Director: Akio Jissoji, Writer: Mamoru Sasaki

35. “The Monster Graveyard,” Director: Akio Jissoji, Writer: Mamoru Sasaki

36. “Don’t Shoot! Arashi,” Director: Kazuho Mitsuta, Writer: Masahiro Yamada

37. “A Little Hero,” Director: Kazuho Mitsuta, Writer: Tetsuo Kinjo

38. “Spaceship Rescue Command,” Director: Hajime Tsuburaya, Writer: Shozo Uehara

39. “Farewell, Ultraman,” Director: Hajime Tsuburaya, Writer: Tetsuo Kinjo

Pri’s Blog about Ultraman and Tokusatsu: https://capesandcoolscarves.wordpress.com

Pri’s Twitter Account: http://twitter.com/sunglasspri

Where to watch:

• Mill Creek (Physical/Digital)
• Moviespree (Digital)
• ShoutFactoryTV (Streaming)
• Tubi (Streaming)

Podcast cover artwork: Klenda V

Intro: “Ultraman Theme,” composed by Kunio Miyauchi, arranged by Kweer Kaiju.

Outro: “Promise for the Future,” originally performed by Tasuku Hatanaka, composed by Watanabe Toru, arranged by Arcade Tales.

Theological insight music: “Spark Of Inspiration” by Shane Ivers

Have listener feedback? Need prayer? http://www.atrociouspod.com/contact

For more info, visit http://www.atrociouspod.com

As of 7/19/2021, we have a Patreon! All proceeds are donated to the Ultraman Foundation, a charity helping kids in need in Japan. For more information or to partner with us, please visit http://www.patreon.com/atrociouspod