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E81 – Samurai Jack Part 4



Jack’s journey continues, before taking a long, long hiatus.

Some of Jack’s adversaries themselves have noble intentions, but that doesn’t matter much to the eponymous samurai. Meanwhile, Michael compares Jack to Batman, Peter is irritated by a baby, and both hosts agree on a recommendation.

Also included: different perspectives on villains, a fulfilled prophecy, and the redemption of the Scotsman.

Hyperspace Broadcasts Holiday Special will release on January 2nd


E80 – Samurai Jack Part 3



We learn the origins of the ancient evil known as Aku, and Jack befriends an annoying creature.

Meanwhile, Michael talks up a few horror-themed episodes, Peter appreciates Aku’s morphing ability, and both hosts contend with the minor frustration of talking about a show that is so consistently good.

Also included: improvements to Legend of the Hidden Temple, Why Samurai Jack is Better Than DBZ: Redux, missing titles

Samurai Jack Part 4 will release on December 19th


E79 – Samurai Jack Part 2



Aku can be a real jerk.

Jack continues his adventures, re-meeting the Scotsman, losing his clothes, and having to replace his footwear. Meanwhile, Peter reveals his emotional core, Michael tries to out-reference Samurai Jack, and both hosts wonder if the robots Jack is slaughtering are conscious beings.

Also included: Peter’s recollection of the end of Samurai Jack, why do any villains make deals with Aku, Demongo’s secret parents.

Samurai Jack Part 3, which will cover the third season, will release December 5th


E78 – Samurai Jack Part 1



The opposite of Back to the Future.

A young samurai is thrown into the far future by an evil spirit called Aku, only to find that Aku has taken over the world and remade it in his own image. Meanwhile, Michael talks about the pitch for the show, Peter discusses his childhood memories, and both hosts are blown away by the artistry of Samurai Jack.

Also included: Akutown, A babbling pig sheriff, what separates Samurai Jack from Dragon Ball Z.

Samurai Jack Part 2, which will cover the second season of the show, will release on November 21st