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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