Story x Story #105: Behind The Story With Orthors (Video Games)

Gina May 12, 2022 No Comments
In this episode of Story x Story, Nigel and Tazziii welcome Taylor Campbell and Yasin Ali, two-thirds of the indie game developers known as Orthors.
We talk about the group’s London roots and developing their gaming startup and what they have learned along the way. Taylor and Yasin tell us how they are making waves in gaming industry and what diversity means to them. We also find out why they started their own platform to get their message heard, and where the name “Orthors” came from!
Orthors website – https://www.orthors.co.uk

 

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Find Orthors online:
https://twitter.com/orthorsofficial

 

A big thanks to Fisayo Karunwi for our into, outro and transition music:

https://soundcloud.com/fisayokarunwi

A big thanks to Aly Graphix for designing the podcast logo:
https://alygraphix.wixsite.com/designer

Send us questions and feedback on feedback@mayamada.com.

Story x Story #104: What’s My Name Again? (Spirited Away)

Gina May 9, 2022 No Comments
This week, Nigel and Tazziii welcome Bish Loves Mish from the Get A Life Podcast for an in depth discussion about the animated classic Spirited Away. We’ve discussed Hayao Miyazaki’s work many times on the podcast and discover something new each time, even in this 20+ year old release! We dive deep into the story’s themes that are still relevant today. From capitalism to toxic work culture and the power of names and identity. This week’s storytelling tip is about using motifs and symbols in your story’s narrative.
Other stories we’re enjoying this week: Food Wars, Spy x Family, Moon Knight, Finished Bridgerton, Tiger & Bunny, Moon Knight, Demon Slayer.
Hollywood Flashback: ‘Spirited Away’ Broke Records and Made Oscar History – https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/spirited-away-film-oscars-records-history-1235052088
Hidden Meaning in Spirited Away (Miyazaki) – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zcFyXaLeXko
How Spirited Away Changed Animation Forever – https://time.com/6081937/spirited-away-changed-animation-studio-ghibli/
Spirited Away, Why Work Is Toxic – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tkxR1TcG4n4

 

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mayamada.com | gamepad.events | thestoryboard.org

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https://twitter.com/tazziii

Find Bish online:
https://twitter.com/getalifepodcast

 

A big thanks to Fisayo Karunwi for our into, outro and transition music:

https://soundcloud.com/fisayokarunwi

A big thanks to Aly Graphix for designing the podcast logo:
https://alygraphix.wixsite.com/designer

Send us questions and feedback on feedback@mayamada.com.

Story x Story #83: It Was All A Fever Dream (Paprika)

Gina November 9, 2021 No Comments
This week, Nigel and Tazziii welcome Melanin Gamers team members Laura and Donavan for a deep dive into Satoshi Kon’s surreal anime thriller Paprika. We break down the many thought-provoking themes and what the story says about our relationship with our dreams and media environment. This week’s storytelling tip is about creating transitions to develop your story’s narrative.
Other stories we’re enjoying this week: The time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime, Miss Kobayashi, Until Dawn, Shield Hero, Ori and the Blind Forest, Avatar: The Last Airbender – The Promise, Kuroko’s Basketball.

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Story x Story #55: We Came For The Intentional Confusion (Perfect Blue) – https://anchor.fm/mayamada/episodes/Story-x-Story-55-We-Came-For-The-Intentional-Confusion-Perfect-Blue-eq7s3d

Inclusion & Creativity: The Manga Connection – https://www.thechildrensmediaconference.com/blog/2021/07/05/inclusivity-now-inclusion-creativity-the-manga-connection

Paprika Analysis – https://hanagasaitayo.wordpress.com/2020/04/19/analysis-paprika

Satoshi Kon – Editing Space & Time – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oz49vQwSoTE

Paprika: An Analysis on Madness, Control & the Subconscious Mind – https://vocal.media/futurism/paprika-an-analysis-on-madness-control-and-the-subconscious-mind

The Ending Of Paprika Explained – https://www.looper.com/68226/bizarre-japanese-anime-ever-made

Melanin Gamers Website – https://themelaningamers.com

Melanin Gamers Twitch – https://www.twitch.tv/melaningamers

 

Find mayamada online:

mayamada.com | gamepad.events | thestoryboard.org

Find Tazziii online:
https://www.twitch.tv/tazziiix | https://twitter.com/tazziii

Find Laura online:
https://twitter.com/PalladiumHoney

Find Donovan online:
https://twitter.com/ItsaDandyGuy

 

A big thanks to Fisayo Karunwi for our into, outro and transition music:

https://soundcloud.com/fisayokarunwi

A big thanks to Aly Graphix for designing the podcast logo:
https://alygraphix.wixsite.com/designer

Send us questions and feedback on feedback@mayamada.com.

Story x Story #77: I Guess It’s A Time Mechanic (Your Name)

Gina September 16, 2021 No Comments
Nigel and Tazziii welcome manga creator Inko Ai Takita for a deep dive into the feature-length anime Your Name in this week’s Story x Story episode. We explore the emotional rollercoaster of the narrative, as well as the incredible visuals and themes put together by director Makoto Shinkai. We also get into our favourite characters and moments in this journey across time to find a soul mate. The week’s story tip is about creating a non-linear narrative.
Other stories we’ve been enjoying: Little Nightmares, Wave, Listen to Me, Fire Force, Assassination Classroom, Free Guy, Horizon Zero Dawn, Beastars.

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The Colossal explanation of Your Name – https://filmcolossus.com/your-name-explained/

The Brilliance of ‘Your Name’ – https://medium.com/illumination/the-brilliance-of-your-name-9d74fcb8565b

Manga Yokai Stories – https://www.amazon.co.uk/Manga-Yokai-Stories-Ghostly-Tales-ebook/dp/B088FXHMJV

Inko’s website – http://dokoteiinko.wix.com/inkoredible

 

Find mayamada online:

mayamada.com | gamepad.events | thestoryboard.org

Find Tazziii online:
https://www.twitch.tv/tazziiix | https://twitter.com/tazziii

Find Inko online:
https://twitter.com/yokkoishoichi

A big thanks to Fisayo Karunwi for our into, outro and transition music:
https://soundcloud.com/fisayokarunwi

A big thanks to Aly Graphix for designing the podcast logo:
https://alygraphix.wixsite.com/designer

Send us questions and feedback on feedback@mayamada.com.

Story x Story #40: Anime Adaptations…Who Are They Even For?!

Gina September 17, 2020 No Comments

In this episode of Story x Story, Nigel and Tazziii are happy to welcome Laura and Donavan of Melanin Gamers back to the show to talk about anime adaptions! We discuss the attempts at reworking beloved properties like Full Metal Alchemist, Death Note, Avatar: The Last Airbender and Ghost in the Shell which had some very interesting anime adaptions. On top of this we also give our suggestions for anime adaptions that we are anticipating or even wishing to happen. Tune in now!

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mayamada Serious Manga Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/mayamada/serious-an-empowering-survival-adventure-for-all-ages

Find mayamada online:
mayamada.com | gamepad.events | thestoryboard.org

Find Tazziii online:
https://www.twitch.tv/tazziiix | https://twitter.com/tazziii

Find Laura and Donavan online:
https://twitter.com/PalladiumHoney | https://twitter.com/ItsaDandyGuy | https://twitter.com/melaningamers

A big thanks to Fisayo Karunwi for our into, outro and transition music:
https://soundcloud.com/fisayokarunwi

A big thanks to Aly Graphix for designing the podcast logo:
https://alygraphix.wixsite.com/designer

Send us questions and feedback on feedback@mayamada.com.

Story x Story Hosts Nigel & Tazziii

Story x Story: Our Podcasting Journey

mayamada February 22, 2020 No Comments

“It’s Good To Talk” – those were four memorable words from a 90s British Telecom advert starring Bob Hoskins…he was big in the 90s…look it up…

Now I’m done dating myself, let’s continue…

The point is that it is good to talk and be involved in great discussions around topics you care about. That thinking led us to start our new podcast, Story x Story. We talk a whole lot with friends and fans at conventions about manga, comics and gaming. Now it’s official with a microphone and an Anchor account.

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There’s No Case For Whitewashing Films

mayamada November 23, 2018 No Comments

It turns out Michael Jackson was wrong. No, not the decision to keep a chimpanzee as a pet. Or spending $20 million to live inside an amusement park…but the idea that “it doesn’t matter if you’re black or white”. When it comes to the casting of lead characters in some of the biggest films, it does. Or at least it used to.

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Cosplayers: What Does Creativity Mean To You?

mayamada October 24, 2017 1 Comment

The London Comic Con is our biggest convention here in the UK and we’re excited for the opportunity to meet fans of our work and introduce new people to the mayamada universe!

Conventions are a great opportunity for any comic creator to get feedback on their comics from the people who invest in them. It gives people a chance to see those who actually make the comics that they enjoy and we’re looking forward to taking part!

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