SOUND THE ALARMS!! WE'RE GETTING INTO SOMETHING NEW TODAY, KIDS! Manga...it's always intrigued us but we never understood it...which is why we brought in THE expert herself - the hilarious, beautiful and manga-obsessed JOYCE LOUIS-JEAN. She's here to discuss her experience with the Try Guys, aspirations for reality TV, and the intriguing world of manga and anime! She helps us explore its diverse genres, particularly focusing on queer narratives like Yuri and Boys Love (BL). Trust me...you'll understand the hype SOON.
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Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and Daylight Saving Time
03:00 The Evolution of Online Authenticity
06:08 Building a Brand in a Changing Landscape
08:54 The Try Guys and Personal Connections
11:49 Reality TV Aspirations
15:03 The Grapes of Risk
18:47 Diving into Manga
21:51 Joyce's Anime Journey
25:13 Manga vs. Anime: The Fan Debate
26:27 The Allure of Manga and Storytelling
31:05 Exploring Queer Manga: Yuri and BL
34:49 The Weird and Wonderful World of Manga
42:45 Complex Relationships in Manga
46:03 Recommendations for Manga Newbies
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