On this episode of Life Lessons, Colton is joined by Bookie, as well as Josh Dunham from Senpai Coast to Coast to help talk about some important Gintama related news. Afterwards, we cover Chapter 53 of the manga, in which Gin fights with a ninja over Shonen Jump. We also have a Life Lessons segment with a little bit of the religious background of Japan and an Anime/Manga Comparison segment covering the second half of Episode 37 of the anime. Topics of discussion for this episode include the difference between satire and gag, how many of the references a typical American audience would get, and how awesome Tomokazu Sugita is (if you didnt know already). Stay tuned over the next coming weeks for some announcements concerning a change or two for the podcast, but until then, enjoy!

0:00:00 Introduction/Discussion

0:28:03 Manga Recap: Ch 53

1:29:13 Life Lesson 53

1:42:51 Anime/Manga Comp: Episode 37(b)

2:03:23 The End

On this episode of Life Lessons, Colton brings on Doctor from the SSAA Podcast and Just a Gintama Podcast to cover Chapters 50-52 of the manga: The Memory Loss arc! In which, Gin loses his memory and all kinds of stuff happens. We also have our Life Lessons segment covering all three chapter titles and an Anime/Manga Comparison segment discussing Episode 31 and 32 of the anime. Topics of discussion for this episode include how this arc compares to the last two covered on the show, our feelings on the first bit of dramatic tension between characters, and how great it is to see Yamazaki doing things.

Special thanks to Doctor for coming on the show. Follow him on Twitter (@ssaapodcast) and listen to all of his stuff! Enjoy!

0:00:00 Introductions

0:04:53 Chapter 50

0:41:55 Chapter 51

1:15:36 Chapter 52

1:37:50 Life Lessons 50-52

1:45:43 Anime/Manga Comparison: Episode 31&32

2:13:53 The End

On this special kind of/sort of/not really episode of Life Lessons, Colton and CJ Hitchcock join past guest, Josh Dunham, for an episode of his podcast, Senpai Coast to Coast, to talk about J-Stars Victory Plus. A fighting game available on the PS3, PS Vita, and PS4, with a roster filled with characters from different Shonen Jump manga series (including Gintoki!). Topics of discussion include thoughts on the choices for the character roster in general, what the game has to offer for Jump fans (let alone fans of Gintama) and how Josh apparently doesn’t like Ninja Scroll.

Special thanks to Josh for letting us put this up! Go listen to his podcast, check out his blog, and follow him on Twitter (@Josh_Dunham) for his first viewing of the Gintama anime, along with whatever other shows he may be watching!

Hopefully everyone enjoys this special bonus while Colton is away, but even with Colton gone, look forward to the next actual episode of Life Lessons!

On this episode of Life Lessons, Colton and Jay sit down to cover Chapters 48 and 49 of the manga, in which one of Otae’s coworkers is having a hard time adjusting to the Odd Job’s hometown of Edo. After that, we have a Life Lessons segment about both rough pasts and preferences in toilets, followed by an Anime/Manga Comparison segment about Episode 36 of the anime.

Topics of discussion for this episode include why Otae and Kagura are the best, Colton and Jay’s anxiety over washlets and other tiny details about the manga that no one else cares about. Look forward to the next episode as we cover the Memory Loss arc, our next three chapter story arc! Until then, enjoy the episode!!

0:00:00 Introduction

0:05:31 Manga Recap: Ch 48

0:36:14 Manga Recap: Ch 49

1:06:34 Life Lessons 48 & 49

1:16:38 Anime/Manga Comparison: Ep 36

1:25:49 The End

On this episode of Life Lessons, Colton is joined by returning co-host, Jasmine, and special guest from the Senpai Coast to Coast blog and podcast, Josh Dunham. Colton talks to Josh about his thoughts on Gintama so far and also another poll which generates more discussion than most polls we've covered. Afterwards, we cover Chapter 47 of the manga, in which the Odd Jobs battle the worst monstrosities they have ever faced. Followed by an especially discussion heavy Life Lessons segment and an Anime/Manga Comparison of the second half of anime episode 29. Topics for this episode include the visual beauty of manga and comics, the pros and cons of both watching or avoiding the news, and whether Shinpachi is saying "hump" or "herpes".

Special thanks goes to Josh for joining us! Be sure to check out both his blog and podcast at senpaicoasttocoast.wordpress.com!!

0:00:00 Introduction

0:26:03 Manga Recap: Chapter 47

1:24:44 Life Lesson 47

1:48:22 Anime/Manga Comp. Ep 29b

2:12:28 The End

2:19:19 Outtakes

On this episode of Life Lessons, Bookie finally talks with Colton about her (not so) secret Gintama tribute she is currently working on! Afterwards, they cover Chapter 46 of the manga, followed by s pretty short Life Lessons segment and an Anime/Manga Comparison on Episode 90 of the anime. Topics include how nobody eats rotten food, why Hasegawa is awesome, and just how little this chapter offers in the way of discussion. Enjoy!

0:00:00 Introduction

0:08:17 Manga Recap: Ch 46

0:37:11 Life Lesson 46

0:40:55 Anime/Manga Comparison: Ep 90

0:53:26 The End

On this episode of Life Lessons, Colton and Jay sit down and talk about certain news pieces of interest, as well as cover Chapter 45 of the manga. We also have a Life Lessons segment and an Anime/Manga Comparison segment on Episode 28 of the anime. Topics of discussion for this episode include Colton’s thoughts on the depiction of Kagura in a recent chapter of “Food Wars!“, how awesome Norio Wakamoto is, and just how much God hates Kondo.

This episode of the podcast was broadcast and recorded live on Youtube through Google Hangouts, which can be viewed over at youtube.com/gintamangacast. As such, this episode has been left mostly unedited in order to keep the integrity of the original stream (also, because I’m lazy). Enjoy!

0:00:00 Introduction/News

0:27:17 Manga Recap: Chapter 45

1:05:09 Life Lesson 45

1:14:09 Anime/Manga Comparison: Episode 28

1:40:32 The End

1:52:14 Bullsh*t

That’s right! Our first live podcast will be here soon! Be sure to watch us on Youtube this Saturday, May 9th at 6:30 or 7pm central! We’ll be covering Chapter 45 of the manga, along with a Life Lessons segment and Anime/Manga Segment. Basically, a normal show. See you then!

On this special episode of Life Lessons, Colton finally has another character special in store as he and Jay sit down and talk about their favorite demon vice-chief of the Shinsengumi. They talk about everything they possibly can about Hijikata, such as his character design, his voice actor, what kind of person he is, his relationships with other characters, his life before he joined the Shinsengumi. Everything.

Other topics of discussion this episode include how much of an influence mayonnaise has had on Jay’s life, what other characters the podcast should cover and just how much Colton cries at even the mention of Mitsuba. Enjoy!

WARNING: For those who follow the manga along with the podcast, we start talking about material that hasn't been covered yet around 49 minutes in, so tons of SPOILERS are abound

It's time for Colton to ramble again, and this time about what's coming up for the podcast in the near future!

If you would like to see us record an episode of the podcast live or have ANY thoughts about Hijikata that you would like to share, please email us at [email protected]!