Let's Talk Toku Season 1 Episodes

Episode 1

Tokusatsu: An Introduction

Fri, Apr 10, 2020

Join host Squall Charlson and guest host Lavenderrwave for a crash-course introduction to Tokusatsu. Whether you're a beginner or an expert, there's something for everybody.

Episode 2

TV Throwdown: Ultraman Versus Rider Versus Sentai

Fri, Apr 17, 2020

Host Squall Charlson and guest host SteveSekai have an epic debate as they break down the ultimate tokusatsu TV showdown. Super Sentai vs. Kamen Rider vs. Ultraman.

Episode 3

Godzilla: King of the Monsters

Fri, Apr 24, 2020

Host Squall Charlson is joined by Godzilla comic book artist and illustrator, Matt Frank, as they talk about the King of the Monsters.

Episode 4

Lesser Known Toku: In the Shadow of Godzilla and the Big Three

Fri, May 1, 2020

Host Squall Charlson is joined again by guest host SteveSekai as they discuss lesser-known toku series that are living in the shadow of the big three.

Episode 5

Belts and Changers: The Toys of Tokusatsu

Fri, May 8, 2020

Host Squall Charlson and Team Rider (Anthony, Steve, Ken and David) discuss the hunt for the toys of tokusatsu, the fandom and the evolution of Team Rider.

Episode 6

It's Morphin' Time: The Legacy of Saban and Power Rangers

Fri, May 15, 2020

Host Squall Charlson and actor Jason Narvy talk about Jason's journey through Saban's Mighty Morphin Power Rangers.

Episode 7

From Super Sentai to Power Rangers and Beyond

Fri, May 22, 2020

Host Squall Charlson and Den Of Geek's Shamus Kelley talk about the history of Super Sentai and its influence on Power Rangers and beyond.

Episode 8

Story Themes and Gimmicks in Tokusatsu

Fri, May 29, 2020

Host Squall Charlson and guest host SteveSekai discuss common story themes and gimmicks in tokusatsu and create their own makeshift series.

Episode 9

Let's Henshin - All About Kamen Rider

Fri, Jun 5, 202043 mins

Host Squall Charlson is joined by guest host Dustin Beadle, a.k.a. TheNextDecade, as they talk all about Kamen Rider.

Episode 10

Not Just For Boys - The Women of Tokusatsu

Fri, Jun 12, 2020

Host Squall Charlson is joined by Nicole Amber from TokuNet to discuss the actresses and fandom of women in tokusatsu.

Episode 11

Monster of the Week: Kaiju & The Villains of Tokusatsu

Fri, Jun 19, 2020

Host Squall Charlson and guest host TVsKyle talk about their favorite monsters of the week and other great kaiju villains.

Episode 12

Moving to Japan: How to Jump Into Tokusatsu

Fri, Jun 26, 2020

Host Squall Charlson and guest host Tom Constantine discuss Tom's career as an actor in tokusatsu films and how one can follow his path.

Episode 13

Power Rangers: A Worldwide Phenomenon

Fri, Jul 3, 2020

Episode 14

Season Milestones: The Anniversary Seasons Of Tokusatsu

Fri, Jul 17, 2020

Episode 15

Toku Production: From Both Sides Of The World

Fri, Jul 24, 2020

Episode 16

Second Chance: The Next Era For Saban

Fri, Jul 31, 2020

Episode 17

Here He Comes: Ultraman From The Land Of Light

Fri, Aug 7, 2020

Episode 18

The Early Days: Building The Fandom

Fri, Aug 14, 2020

Episode 19

Independent Toku: How To Make Your Own!

Fri, Aug 21, 2020

Episode 20

Importing Toku: With Kotetsu Toys Japan

Fri, Aug 28, 2020

Episode 21

Comic Takeover: How The Action Leaps Off The Page

Fri, Sep 4, 2020

Episode 22

Adapting For America: How The West Was Won With Power Rangers

Fri, Sep 11, 2020

Episode 23

Beetleborgs: Metal Heroes Meets Frankenbeans

Fri, Sep 18, 2020

Episode 24

In Real Life: Meeting Your Childhood Heroes

Fri, Sep 25, 2020

Episode 25

The Fandom: Making The Most Out Of Your Stay

Fri, Oct 2, 2020