Created and hosted by Brian Scherschel. A podcast about the appreciation of kaiju and tokusatsu movies and discovering their historical and cultural value
In the latest Bonus Behind-the-Scenes Special Feature, I explain how I created the show’s structure and the role my patriotism played. I put this feature together to go into my thought process during that time. I strongly believe that America helps its friends and its allies, and that we stay strong for them, as they help us. The structure itself reveals the important information and opinions every time it’s used.
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Host/Editor/Director/Scenic Videos: Brian Scherschel
Video Location: St. Joseph River, Spencerville, Indiana
As promised, here’s the audio and video of our G-Fest Conference panel, which took place at 3:00pm (CDT) on July 13, 2018 at the Crowne Plaza O’Hare in Rosemont, Illinois. We had a larger-than-expected turnout, including several attendees who were listeners and a university professor who was impressed with our presentation. If he was amazed, we know you’ll be, too!
In this, we discuss Godzilla (1954), The Return of Godzilla (1984), Shin Godzilla (2016), and Godzilla vs. Gigan (1972), and the international relations issues that were surrounding them when they were made.
We introduce ourselves, the podcast, and its mission. Then Nate examines the 1954 and 1984 movies with respect to the JSDF, the US-Japan Alliance, and Japanese domestic issues. Brian then updates the audience on what has happened in Japan and the world between 1984 and 2016. Nate examines the 2016 movie across the same issues. Brian analyzes Godzilla vs. Gigan and all that the movie communicates to the audience about globalization. Brian finishes the panel by mentioning what all will happen to Japan in 2019 and 2020, and gives a spirited case for defending democracy.
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Host: Brian Scherschel
Co-Host: Nathan Marchand
Editor: Brian Scherschel
Video Location: Crowne Plaza O’Hare, Rosemont, Illinois
The Golden 60s begin with Mothra’s solo movie. It’s the first film we cover written by Shinichi Sekizawa who changes the kaiju film formula forever, and the first kaiju movie in Tohoscope. Listen to Brian and Nate as they tackle this overlooked, amazing, and high-quality kaiju masterpiece. Our related topic is the US-Japan Security Treaty and its renewal in 1960.
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Introduction: 0:00 – 1:48
Part 1 – Film Description: 1:48 – 6:59
Part 2 – Opinion and Discussion: 6:59 – 42:24
Part 3 – Related Topic: 42:24 – 1:12:26
Closing: 1:12:26 – End
Host: Brian Scherschel
Co-Host: Nathan Marchand
Editor: Brian Scherschel
Video Location: Eagle Marsh, Allen County, Indiana
