Best The Cyber Nerds Podcasts (2025)

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Andor 2x3 Review 16:34

1d ago16:34

16:34

Shoot us a Message and It might feature on our next Podcast Episode! Andor S2. Ep3 - Harvest Time is running out for everyone. Support the show Watch our exclusive content and daily show reactions here TCN Patreon Can't get enough of us? Subscribe to our YouTube Channels: 🎥 TCN Main Channel 🎮 TCN Gaming Channel 👹TCN Anime Channel…

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Superman Reaction & Breakdown 33:40

3d ago33:40

33:40

Shoot us a Message and It might feature on our next Podcast Episode! The Cyber Nerds reaction and discussion on James Gunn's new Superman movie. Superman embarks on a journey to reconcile his Kryptonian heritage with his human upbringing as Clark Kent. Support the show Watch our exclusive content and daily show reactions here TCN Patreon Can't get …

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Silicon Valley Wants ‘More Everything Forever’ 55:10

5d ago55:10

55:10

Listen to this episode commercial free at https://angryplanetpod.com The futures of the past have curdled into the nightmares of the present. The richest and most powerful people the world has ever known want to colonize mars, live forever, and digitize human consciousness. To make these technological miracles come to pass, they say, will require p…

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Feeders (1996) with TYTD Reviews and Trivial Theater 1:36:52

6d ago1:36:52

1:36:52

Chris is joined by Dan from TYTD Reviews and Triv from Trivial Theater to explore the 1996 SOV film Feeders directed by the infamous Polonia brothers and Jon McBride. They discuss the unique regional aspects, filmmaking techniques, and distinct features of this low-budget sci-fi horror. The conversation covers various highlights, including practica…

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Old Systems, New Threats 31:09

12d ago31:09

31:09

Bryson Bort is joined by Jim Montgomery, Director, Industrial Cybersecurity Solutions at TXOne Networks. TXOne provides network-based and endpoint-based products to tackle security vulnerabilities across industrial environments. With decades of IT security experience, Jim now leads TXOne’s work protecting Operational Technology environments across …

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America’s Favorite Gunfighters and the Birth of the Old West 58:10

15d ago58:10

58:10

Listen to this episode commercial free at https://angryplanetpod.com America loves the Western. Stories about frontier towns, outlaws and lawmen, and—most of all—killing. How did the myth and legend of the gunfighter come to permeate the U.S.? Were there rules to gunfights? How did you become famous by killing people? Did Texas, yes Texas, make all…

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Miracle Bunny 1 & 2 (1988) and Cyclops (1987) with George and Brantley 2:04:43

20d ago2:04:43

2:04:43

Chris is joined by Brantley from Horror Drafts and George from The Best Little Horror House in Philly to explore the quirky and bizarre world of Japanese V-Cinema. They examine three films: Miracle Bunny 1 & 2 and Cyclops, discussing their surreal plotlines, the origins of these unique movies, and appreciating the blend of campy humor and practical…

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The Horror of AI Generals Making Command Decisions 56:22

24d ago56:22

56:22

Listen to this episode commercial free at https://angryplanetpod.com Palantir, Anduril and a suite of other Tolkien-inspired tech nightmares want to integrate artificial intelligence into every aspect of the U.S. military. Both companies have software suites they’re pitching as agents that will help make command decisions during combat. An AI gener…

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America’s Pivot to the Pacific 1:15:15

30d ago1:15:15

1:15:15

Listen to this episode commercial free at https://angryplanetpod.com The Pentagon has been trying to pivot to the Pacific for years now. Under President Donald Trump 2.0, who is focused on China, it just might happen. It’s a complicated body of water with dozens of players and a bloody history. One where Beijing is increasingly asserting itself. He…

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The Trial of the Incredible Hulk (1989) with Bones and DK 2:27:28

1M ago2:27:28

2:27:28

Chris is joined by Bones from 5 Day Rentals and DK from Nerds, Geeks, and the Kitchen Sink to discuss The Trial of the Incredible Hulk (1989). They delve into the film's origins, its connection to the TV series, the portrayal of key characters like Daredevil and Kingpin, and its impact as a made-for-TV movie. They also explore the broader context o…

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Andor 2x2 Review 19:19

1M ago19:19

19:19

Shoot us a Message and It might feature on our next Podcast Episode! Sagrona Teema Cassian caught in a rebel turf war. Mon's wedding woes mount. The Ferrix survivors face inspection. Support the show Watch our exclusive content and daily show reactions here TCN Patreon Can't get enough of us? Subscribe to our YouTube Channels: 🎥 TCN Main Channel 🎮 …

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The Last of Us S2. E5 Review 17:16

1M ago17:16

17:16

Shoot us a Message and It might feature on our next Podcast Episode! Feel Her Love The WLF makes a dangerous discovery at a great cost. Later, Ellie must decide whether to continue with her plan-and risk putting Dina in danger- or give up on her quest for justice. Support the show Watch our exclusive content and daily show reactions here TCN Patreo…

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Andor 2x1 Review 8:41

1M ago8:41

8:41

Shoot us a Message and It might feature on our next Podcast Episode! One Year Later An undercover mission. A sanctuary threatened. A Chandrilan wedding. A chilling Imperial plan. Support the show Watch our exclusive content and daily show reactions here TCN Patreon Can't get enough of us? Subscribe to our YouTube Channels: 🎥 TCN Main Channel 🎮 TCN …

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The Truth About OT Vulnerabilities 33:32

1M ago33:32

33:32

Bryson Bort sits down with Adam Robbie, Head of OT Threat Research at Palo Alto Networks, to pull back the curtain on OT threat research. With a background in electrical engineering, Adam’s first job in cybersecurity was at an IT help desk. He now leads a team dedicated to identifying, analyzing, and mitigating cyber threats targeting Operational T…

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The Last of Us S2. E4 Review 17:12

1M ago17:12

17:12

Shoot us a Message and It might feature on our next Podcast Episode! Day One In Seattle, Ellie and Dina find themselves amid a brutal battle between the zealous Seraphites and a ruthless militia. Support the show Watch our exclusive content and daily show reactions here TCN Patreon Can't get enough of us? Subscribe to our YouTube Channels: 🎥 TCN Ma…

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India and Pakistan: Nuclear Neighbors on the Brink 59:43

1M ago59:43

59:43

Listen to this episode commercial free at https://angryplanetpod.com Recorded 5/7/25 India and Pakistan have been unhappy neighbors since 1947 and Britain’s decolonization of the subcontinent. They’ve fought four wars and there have been countless skirmishes. As Indian jets streak over Pakistani skies and that Muslim nation threatens retaliation, i…

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The Last of Us S2. E3 Review 25:53

2M ago25:53

25:53

Shoot us a Message and It might feature on our next Podcast Episode! The Path After Dina shares crucial intel, Ellie prepares to petition the town council. Near Seattle, a religious group flees a war. Support the show Watch our exclusive content and daily show reactions here TCN Patreon Can't get enough of us? Subscribe to our YouTube Channels: 🎥 T…

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Cyber Ninja (1988) with Nerds, Geeks, & The Kitchen Sink 1:33:05

2M ago1:33:05

1:33:05

May the 4th be with you! Chris is joined by DK and Chris from the Nerds, Geeks, & The Kitchen Sink to delve into the 1988 Japanese film Cyber Ninja (未来忍者慶雲機忍外伝). They discuss the film's origins, its unique fusion of feudal Japanese and sci-fi aesthetics, and its overt inspirations from Star Wars. They also touch upon the film's faithfulness as an …

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Marvel Studios' Thunderbolts* Movie Review 26:51

2M ago26:51

26:51

Shoot us a Message and It might feature on our next Podcast Episode! After finding themselves ensnared in a death trap, an unconventional team of antiheroes must embark on a dangerous mission that will force them to confront the darkest corners of their pasts. Support the show Watch our exclusive content and daily show reactions here TCN Patreon Ca…

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Donald Trump Wants to Divide Up the World With His ‘Friends’ 56:42

2M ago56:42

56:42

Listen to this episode commercial free at https://angryplanetpod.com Great power competition has gotten old for President Donald Trump—never one for a fair fight. He’s looking for a little great power collusion instead, dividing the world with his best buds, Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping. This kind of thing isn’t new, though, Stacie Goddard, a prof…

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The Last of Us S2. E2 Review 12:19

2M ago12:19

12:19

Shoot us a Message and It might feature on our next Podcast Episode! Through the Valley As a storm brews in the mountains, the people of Jackson Hole prepare for the worst amid increased sightings of Infected. Meanwhile, Abby weighs her options. Support the show Watch our exclusive content and daily show reactions here TCN Patreon Can't get enough …

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The Last of Us S2. E1 Review 21:00

2M ago21:00

21:00

Shoot us a Message and It might feature on our next Podcast Episode! Future Days Five years after the events in Salt Lake city, a now 19-year-old Ellie makes a discovery while on patrol with her best friend Dina. Back in Jackson Hole, Joel seeks help to mend his relationship with Ellie. Support the show Watch our exclusive content and daily show re…

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DAREDEVIL: BORN AGAIN S1. E7-9 Review 35:26

2M ago35:26

35:26

Shoot us a Message and It might feature on our next Podcast Episode! S1.E7 - Art for Art's Sake Daredevil is back and races to stop Muse before he can kill again. Fisk's rivals in the criminal underworld take advantage of the chaos. S1.E8 - Isle of Joy At his inaugural Black and White Ball, Mayor Fisk tightens his grip on New York City. Matt Murdoc…

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Why An Empire Eats 59:06

2M ago59:06

59:06

Listen to this episode commercial free at https://angryplanetpod.com Conquest is back baby! Eastern Europe, Taiwan, Greenland, Canada? It’s all on the table—and maybe up for grabs. Here to help us sort through this new age of empire building is University of Chicago political scientist Michael Albertus. As always, climate change Whither Canada? The…

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The Two Jakes (1990) with The Weekly Podcast Massacre 2:34:14

2M ago2:34:14

2:34:14

In this episode, Chris is joined by Greg and Murph, co-hosts of The Weekly Podcast Massacre, to delve into the 1990 film The Two Jakes, a legacy sequel to Chinatown. They discuss the troubled production history of the movie directed by and starring Jack Nicholson, analyzing its narrative, performances, and how it compares to its predecessor. The co…

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DAREDEVIL: BORN AGAIN S1. E5&6 Review 25:40

2M ago25:40

25:40

Shoot us a Message and It might feature on our next Podcast Episode! S1.E5 - With Interest A day in the life of Matt Murdock gets unexpectedly intense, forcing him to team up with a familiar face. S1.E6 - Excessive Force When a serial killer terrorizes the streets of New York, the city needs a savior. Support the show Watch our exclusive content an…

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Erdogan’s Path to Pure Authoritarianism 1:01:40

2M ago1:01:40

1:01:40

Listen to this episode commercial free at https://angryplanetpod.com Turkey’s president has grabbed a bit more power for himself with the recent arrest of the mayor of Istanbul. The mayor was thought to be one of the few politicians who could challenge Erdogan. Steven Cook will take us through it. Talking about authoritarians is one of the things w…

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Invincible S3. E8 Review 15:39

2M ago15:39

15:39

Shoot us a Message and It might feature on our next Podcast Episode! I Thought You'd Never Shut Up With the world still reeling, a dangerous stranger arrives testing Mark to his limits and beyond. Support the show Watch our exclusive content and daily show reactions here TCN Patreon Can't get enough of us? Subscribe to our YouTube Channels: 🎥 TCN M…

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Sakamoto Days S1.E7 'Jurassic Bastard' Review 13:03

2M ago13:03

13:03

Shoot us a Message and It might feature on our next Podcast Episode! A mysterious group, from 'The Lab', kidnap Lu mistaking her for Shin. Support the show Watch our exclusive content and daily show reactions here TCN Patreon Can't get enough of us? Subscribe to our YouTube Channels: 🎥 TCN Main Channel 🎮 TCN Gaming Channel 👹TCN Anime Channel…

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DAREDEVIL: BORN AGAIN S1. E4 Review 32:47

2M ago32:47

32:47

Shoot us a Message and It might feature on our next Podcast Episode! Sic Semper Systema Matt Murdock and Wilson Fisk's darker halves fight to be unleashed. Support the show Watch our exclusive content and daily show reactions here TCN Patreon Can't get enough of us? Subscribe to our YouTube Channels: 🎥 TCN Main Channel 🎮 TCN Gaming Channel 👹TCN Ani…

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Immigration Policy As Defense Policy 58:47

2M ago58:47

58:47

Listen to this episode commercial free at https://angryplanetpod.com Special for our international listeners, did you know you can now buy a pathway to U.S. citizenship for the low, low price of $5 million sent directly to the U.S. treasury? For decades America’s immigration policies were a boon to its national defense. No one has better intelligen…

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Bridging the Cybersecurity Resource Gap 33:43

2M ago33:43

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Bryson Bort welcomes Sarah Powazek, Program Director of Public Interest Cybersecurity at the UC Berkeley Center for Long-Term Cybersecurity, to discuss the organization’s work providing cybersecurity resources for the public, and CyberCAN, a project to connect cities and nonprofits providing critical services. How can cities play a larger role in p…

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Colony Mutation (1995) with TYTD Reviews 1:48:50

3M ago1:48:50

1:48:50

In this episode of Dead Formats, host Chris discusses the 1995 sci-fi horror film 'Colony Mutation' with special guest Dan, a film critic and YouTuber from TYTD Reviews. They explore the film's plot, technical inconsistencies, and its reliance on phone calls and restaurant scenes for exposition. The discussion touches on the film's mysterious produ…

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Life Inside Wagner Before and After Prigozhin 1:01:39

3M ago1:01:39

1:01:39

Listen to this episode commercial free at https://angryplanetpod.com For mercenaries, death is a business. It’s all about finding the right market. Wagner and other Russian mercenary groups have found willing markets in Africa. Journalist John Lechner spent years in Africa among the mercenaries and he’s on the show today to tell us about what he le…

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The Cult of Rationalism in Silicon Valley 1:01:34

3M ago1:01:34

1:01:34

A lot of the people designing America’s technology and close to the center of American power believe some deeply weird shit. We already talked to journalist Gil Duran about the Nerd Reich, the rise of the destructive anti-democratic ideology. In this episode, we dive into another weird section of Silicon Valley: the cult of Rationalism. Max Read, t…

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Hot Dog Video Vol. 11 - Check Your Level on Love & Sex (1989) with 5 Day Rentals 1:56:58

3M ago1:56:58

1:56:58

In this episode, Chris collaborates with Bones, Kron, and Laundry Dan from the 5 Day Rentals podcast to explore 'Hot Dog Video Vol. 11 - Check Your Level on Love & Sex,' a quirky 1989 Japanese video magazine designed to test and improve one's skills in romance. They navigate various dating and intimacy scenarios, analyze cultural nuances, and engag…

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Sakamoto Days S1.E6 'Heisuke Mashimo' Review 8:34

3M ago8:34

8:34

Shoot us a Message and It might feature on our next Podcast Episode! A poverty stricken sniper, Heisuke Mashimo, hunts down Sakamoto for reputation and the reward bounty. However, not recognising Sakamoto's new form, he ends up joining a paintball competition with Sakamoto and Shin instead. Support the show Watch our exclusive content and daily sho…

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Invincible S3. E7 Review 30:27

3M ago30:27

30:27

Shoot us a Message and It might feature on our next Podcast Episode! What Have I Done? Earth's greatest heroes join forces to fight an unimaginable threat. Support the show Watch our exclusive content and daily show reactions here TCN Patreon Can't get enough of us? Subscribe to our YouTube Channels: 🎥 TCN Main Channel 🎮 TCN Gaming Channel 👹TCN Ani…

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DAREDEVIL: BORN AGAIN S1. E3 Review 29:54

3M ago29:54

29:54

Shoot us a Message and It might feature on our next Podcast Episode! The Hollow of His Hand The trial of Hector Ayala begins. Fisk's old business associates seek to claim his vacant mantle. Support the show Watch our exclusive content and daily show reactions here TCN Patreon Can't get enough of us? Subscribe to our YouTube Channels: 🎥 TCN Main Cha…

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Sakamoto Days S1.E5 'Source of Strength' Review 9:05

3M ago9:05

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Shoot us a Message and It might feature on our next Podcast Episode! Sakamoto goes all out in a fierce one-on-one duel with Boiled. Meanwhile, ORDER members are tasked with handling a serial case targeting assassins. Support the show Watch our exclusive content and daily show reactions here TCN Patreon Can't get enough of us? Subscribe to our YouTu…

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Invincible S3.E5&6 Review 17:07

3M ago17:07

17:07

Shoot us a Message and It might feature on our next Podcast Episode! Episode 5 - This Was Supposed to Be Easy Mark and Eve start a business and encounter a familiar face. Debbie worries that Oliver's growing up too quickly. Episode 6 - All I Can Say Is I'm Sorry A powerful new figure challenges Mark's idea of what's right and what's wrong. Rae appr…

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DAREDEVIL: BORN AGAIN S1. E1&E2 Review 26:54

3M ago26:54

26:54

Shoot us a Message and It might feature on our next Podcast Episode! Episode 1 'Heaven's Half Hour' --- Matt Murdock gives up the mask. Wilson Fisk has his sights set to new heights. Episode 2 'Optics' --- Matt Murdock gets a new client who's more than he claims to be. Fisk learns the power of optics. Support the show Watch our exclusive content an…

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Preparing for Unnatural Disasters 40:09

3M ago40:09

40:09

Welcome to season 5! Our host Bryson Bort sits down with Institute for Security and Technology (IST) Executive in Residence for Public Safety & Security Josh Corman. Josh previously joined us on season 1, episode 2 to discuss his experience founding I Am The Cavalry, a grassroots organization focused on the intersection of digital security, public …

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How Israel Is Using Microsoft AI to Pick Targets in Gaza 29:10

3M ago29:10

29:10

Listen to this episode commercial free at https://angryplanetpod.com The Israeli military is using AI products from Microsoft to conduct its war in Gaza. Off the shelf AI products powered by the tech company’s Azure cloud computing system and OpenAI are helping the IDF sort through data, translate Arabic, and even pick targets. But AI translations …

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Beer Money (2001) with Jim and Staring Jon 1:49:35

3M ago1:49:35

1:49:35

Chris is joined by Jim from Waxing the Porpoise and Staring Jon to discuss the 2001 USA Network original movie Beer Money. The trio reminisces about the film's unique mix of early 2000s pop culture, low-budget charm, and crude humor. Nostalgic diversions include discussions about 2000s commercials, Jim's turn-of-the-century stint as a Blockbuster t…

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Welcome to the Nerd Reich 1:04:53

4M ago1:04:53

1:04:53

Listen to this episode commercial free at https://angryplanetpod.com We’re living in a bizarre age of technofascism. The richest man who has ever lived, a man who dreams of colonizing Mars with his children, is America’s CEO. Donald Trump, the man people voted for, is just the chairman of the board. What does Elon Musk believe? Is there a playbook …

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From the Archives 23:07

4M ago23:07

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For the final episode of the season, our host Bryson Bort reflects on four years and forty episodes of Hack the Plan[e]t, and picks a few favorites. Episode 8, DoD and Critical Infrastructure: https://hack-the-plant.simplecast.com/episodes/dod-and-critical-infrastructure Episode 10, The Congressman, The Commission and Our Critical Infrastructure: h…

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Gakidama (1985) & Biotherapy (1986) with Brantley and George 2:30:59

4M ago2:30:59

2:30:59

Chris is joined by Brantley from Horror Drafts and George from The Best Little House in Philly to delve into the world of Japanese V-Cinema with a focus on two films: Gakidama (餓鬼魂) and Biotherapy. They discuss the origins and characteristics of V-Cinema, analyze the themes and practical effects of both films, and share insights into the cultural c…

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Sakamoto Days S1.E4 'Hard-Boiled' Review 10:30

4M ago10:30

10:30

Shoot us a Message and It might feature on our next Podcast Episode! With the poison-wielding hitman taken out, the Sakamotos head to their next attraction, where they're ambushed by Dondenkai Ltd's ultimate assassin duo. Support the show Watch our exclusive content and daily show reactions here TCN Patreon Can't get enough of us? Subscribe to our …

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Sakamoto Days S1.E3 'Welcome to Sugar Park' Review 7:25

4M ago7:25

7:25

Shoot us a Message and It might feature on our next Podcast Episode! Sakamoto's ex-colleague arrives with news of a one-billion-yen bounty on Sakamoto's head. For safety, Sakamoto takes his family to Sugar Park, where he must fend off assassination attempts while pretending to enjoy a fun day out. Support the show Watch our exclusive content and da…

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