The Yamagato Industries Business Report

Issue #24: All That and a Bag a Chips

Sat, 19 Dec 2009 11:43:41 -0500

Back so soon? That's right! You can now expect YIBR every Saturday morning, just like your favorite cartoons! Join the usual three as they discuss the unique world of '90s comics! COWABUNGA!!!!

Back Issue Bin #1: Previously...

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 16:12:35 -0500

Link & Mongo bring you some good jumping on points for some of the big comic series out there in YIBR's very first "Back Issue Bin". Be sure to listen to the end of the issue to find out some exciting details and changes!

Shin-Ra Electric Power Company Limited Series: Hold Reset and Press Power (I of X)

Tue, 8 Dec 2009 11:56:40 -0500

Today marks the first appearance of Yamagato Industries' arch-nemesis... Shin-Ra Electric Power Company! Join Brandon, Ben, and Brian as they discuss... the NES and retro gaming? Wha?!

One-Shot: Red Hulk

Tue, 1 Dec 2009 11:43:39 -0500

Just like we promised... another one-shot! Link returns once again with his thoughts on the Red Hulk series.

EXTRA! - No. 3: Tales from the Cutting Room Floor

Tue, 1 Dec 2009 11:43:40 -0500

We've also managed to grab some bits and pieces of content that never made the "final cut" in issues 22 & 23, check out YIBR EXTRA! No. 3

One-Shot: Tokyo Godfathers

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 11:43:38 -0500

...and once you've had your fill of Link you can move onto the dessert, Mongo's review of the Tokyo Godfathers anime.

One-Shot: Marvel Romance Redux

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 11:43:37 -0500

Turkey day is coming up, so we've decided to provide you with a feast of one-shots (quick mini-reviews) over the next two weeks. First we have Link discussing the Marvel Romance Redux comic...

Issue #23: By Popular Demand

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 11:24:36 -0500

YIBR went straight to the forums this week and asked for some some "lightning round" topic suggestions and this is the result. We hope you enjoy!

One-shot: Batman Arkham Asylum (Game)

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 15:03:32 -0500

Greetings boys and girls! This week we cast aside podcast continuity and focus the entire show around Batman Arkham Asylum from the X-Box 360 and PS3. Is this game awesome? Does it suck? Why do we feel this way? You'll just have to listen to the podcast to find out our verdict. We promise you that this podcast is more fun than shock therapy!

Issue #22: I'm Not a Chicken, You're a Turkey!

Tue, 3 Nov 2009 15:02:48 -0500

Link, Mongo, and Beeslo shoot the breeze this week discussing any and all comics that may have slipped through the cracks over the past few months. Three cool "surprise" announcements are contained in this hour long (we'll never be at a loss of things to talk about) issue of YIBR.

Issue #21: Who is that? Is that Beeslo? NOT THE BEESLO!!!!!

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 16:18:34 -0400

The Tumultuous Trio is back this week and they're taking requests. Trade Paperbacks are the main topic of this week's show. If you're clueless about comics, we'll show you some of the good places to start or even just places that you can pick up and read without any real prior knowledge at all. DISCLAIMER: Nicholas Cage entirely derails our show on more than one occasion, 15 minutes of bloopers are included in this issue, so don't let the time code fool you, this week's issue is actually pretty short.

Issue #20: Full Circle

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 16:05:11 -0400

It's just Mongo and Beeslo shooting the breeze this week. A lot of things seem to be coming full circle during this issue, it's even a two man show about Dark Reign... just like the first YIBR recording ever!

Issue #19: GIANT Sized Edition... Featuring the Voice Talents of Kyle Hebert

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 16:04:59 -0400

Wow guys. We weren't prepared for this and we doubt you will be either. We've got a 1.5 hour episode this week. But, the best part about it is an HOUR of it is an actual interview, with an actual celebrity... Kyle Hebert AKA the voice actor for Ryu in Street Fighter IV, the Narrator & Adult Gohan from DBZ, and Kamina from Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagann. Give it a listen, and learn all about the world of voice acting, you won't be disappointed, you have the YIBR guarantee!

EXTRA! - No. 2: Hey Ya'll it's Time for Tea with the Guv'na... 'eh?

Thu, 8 Oct 2009 16:05:04 -0400

For those who are craving even MORE YIBR after that giant helping of Interview, feel free to check out YIBR EXTRA! #2. It contains a full 15 minutes worth of bad attempts at accents as well as a cool Back to the Future song at the end.

Issue #18: Monsterpiece Theatre - Episode II: Revenge of the Tentacle

Tue, 6 Oct 2009 16:04:52 -0400

Join Sir Beeslo, Mr. Mongo, and Monsieur Link as they put on their best (and worst) fake accents to tell you about Sense & Sensibility & Sea Monsters as well as some great literature to comic adaptations such as Ender's Game, Pride & Prejudice, Wizard of Oz, and Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep? Also keep your ears opened important contest details hidden within!

Issue #17: GIANT Sized Edition

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 17:01:38 -0400

We've got a lot of ground to cover this week and it shows. We cover a hefty helping of everything you'd expect... some news, some classic gaming, and some comics of the week. Also, TWO call-outs this week! Oh, and Link interrupts everyone ALL the time this issue.

EXTRA! - No. 1: Pittsburgh ComicCon Part Deux

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 16:01:38 -0400

If you want to hear more about the Pittsburgh ComicCon check out our first YIBR EXTRA! which contains details about Sunday's adventures as well as some ComicCon comic reviews.

Annual #04: SUCCESS!

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 16:21:03 -0400

Surprise! It's time for another annual! Mongo and Link tell you many various exciting tales from the Pittsburgh ComicCon where they met comics legend Stan "The Man" Lee. There's way too much to tell in just a brief description, so you'll just have to listen to find out. Oh, and Beeslo makes a special guest appearance in the middle of the podcast with his One-Shot review of The Rocketeer. Awesome.

Issue #16: Y-A-M-A-G-A-T-O I-N-D-Ustries

Wed, 9 Sep 2009 09:09:09 -0400

Y-A-M-A-G-A-T-O I-N-D-Ustries. C'mon, sing it with me now gang! Aha! We spend most of this issue talking about the Disney buyout and the repercussions (good and bad) it will have on the comic industry. We also take some time away from the House of Mouse to discuss Hulk, Deadpool, Iron Man, and Cable.

Issue #600: The Great Texan Civil War of 2012

Tue, 1 Sep 2009 13:51:44 -0400

Issue 600 here is already. Did YIBR return to it's original numbering? Who knows. What we do know is that 2009 was the year of the 600th issue. We discuss Spider-Man, Thor, Captain America, Hulk, and even Archie. We also throw in Daredevil 500 for good measure, and then things get a little crazy...

Issue #15: Snap, Crackle, Pop, & Yoko

Tue, 25 Aug 2009 13:51:42 -0400

We're back, and things are looking pretty good. Link's microphone went a little haywire every now and then, send all your hate mail to his PM box. We're joined by a special guest this week who sits down with the YIBR crew and discusses something that many male otaku may be unfamiliar with. Today's topic is: Introductory anime for your non-anime watching/non-geeky girlfriend.

Issue #14: ...sitting in a tree, M-I-S-S-I-N-G

Fri, 14 Aug 2009 13:51:44 -0400

This issue has been devoured by a computer daemon. Are you a bad enough dude to retrieve it?

Issue #13: Controversial Topics Make for Good Ratings

Tue, 11 Aug 2009 14:13:43 -0400

Join the YIBR crew as they discuss such hot topics as "Hollywood taking over the ComicCon" and "Print Media vs. Digital Media". Also, hidden deep within this podcast are details for one of YIBR's very first contests! Be sure to listen so you can find out how to win! (Hilarious contest results guaranteed.)

Issue #12: St. Patrick's in July

Tue, 4 Aug 2009 14:13:36 -0400

On a very special issue of YIBR, Beeslo and Link address Mongo's drinking problem and how it effects the podcast. Additionally, we talk about all things Green Lantern so that you can jump straight into the Blackest Night crossover event with ease. DISCLAIMER: Any audio issues/complaints can solely be blamed on me (Link) this time around. I apologize if it's hard to hear, etc. but this is the absolute best we could output it as due to a goof up during the recording that dwarfed my voice in comparison to theirs. Additionally, upon boosting my voice to a higher level, I added weird static/pop noises that occasionally ocurred while Mongo/Beeslo were talking.

Issue #11: Bananaramaripple

Thu, 23 Jul 2009 14:13:35 -0400

Beeslo and I chill out and discuss the weirdness of anime. Not much else can be said, aside from... anime... it's pretty weird...

One-shot: X-Men Origins: Wolverine (Game)

Mon, 20 Jul 2009 14:13:12 -0400

Here we are again this week, but Issue 11 isn't here just quite yet. To tide you over, we offer you a 30 minute comprehensive review/discussion of the X-Men Origins: Wolverine game on the X-Box 360 (and other consoles, but we review the 360 version.) Does this game stink, should you run out and buy it, should you just rent it? Listen and find out!

Issue #10: The Exclusive Foilogram Edition

Thu, 16 Jul 2009 14:13:37 -0400

We're all here again this week and ready to talk comics. Marvel? Nah. DC? Nah. What're we going to talk about? Independent comics of all shapes and sizes, more specifically we discuss Lucifer, Unwritten, Chew, and Chaos Punks.

Issue #09: Norman Osborn Tax Included

Wed, 8 Jul 2009 14:13:12 -0400

All three of us join you this week and we've got three weeks worth of comic content to provide you. But, we still manage to do it all within an hour. In this issue we bring you our gripes and groans to the 3.99 price point, we discuss Captain America Reborn, and we also discuss our personal favorites of the past month. Three hosts, two comics each, which ones will prevail? Be sure to listen to the 4 page preview in the back of the issue for details concerning our Issue 10 Event* *No actual details inside.

Issue #08: The Goddamn Batman Podcast

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 14:13:11 -0400

Mongo and Link join you this week with a whole lot of batman discussion. We also throw the phrase "goddamn" around at least 20-30 times throughout the podcast. We discuss some of the most recent comics in the batman series, Batman & Robin #1, Red Robin #1, as well as the actual main Batman comic. We also discuss our feelings on the yet to be released as of recording Streets of Gotham and Gotham City Sirens. We also throw a little dab of Green Lantern in for coloring.

Pittsburgh Podcast Crossover Event - Part 3 - Yamagato Industries Business Report: Annual #3 - Revenge of the Pittsburgh Podcast Crossover (pt. 3)

Sat, 20 Jun 2009 14:12:29 -0400

The Anime throwdown of the century starts NOW! Link from YIBR vs. Justique from the AudioShocker and the fine folks from The Comic Book Pitt help referee the match. Who will reign supreme? Well, don't let the deceiving cover art of this Annual fool you, the result will be entirely surprising and unexpected. Also, besides Link getting into a fight with a girl, we bring you everyone's thoughts and feelings regarding Data's (of Star Trek Fame) anatomically correctness.

Issue #07: ....And Your Little Podcast Too!

Fri, 19 Jun 2009 14:13:12 -0400

We're in the swing of things now, and like I've stated earlier, the updates are just going to keep on rolling in. This particular episode we talk about Amazing Spider-Man Family, American Son, The Iron Patriot Acts, and all other sorts of things webheads might be interested in. So, why isn't Issue 7 called "Does Whatever a Podcast Can" or some other bad Spider-Man joke/reference? You'll have to listen and find out. I can assure you, despite the 72 minute clock in (12 minutes of which are bonus material after the end of the show) you will be on the edge of your seat the entire time as drama, tragedy, and thrills strike on the set of the show!

Pittsburgh Podcast Crossover Event - Part 2 - Comic Book Pitt Special #6

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 14:12:29 -0400

Here it is, part two of the Pittsburgh Podcast Crossover. DanG and Duke recorded last Sunday at Phantom of the Attic Comics with Nick, Neal and Justique from AudioShocker and Link from the Yamagato Industries Business Report.

Annual #02: Beeslo in Paris (Variant Edition)

Wed, 17 Jun 2009 14:12:29 -0400

Same as the first, just less music.

Annual #02: Beeslo in Paris

Wed, 17 Jun 2009 14:12:30 -0400

Remember when you thought the last issue of Old Man Logan was out, but then instead, it was Present Day Logan on a Motorcycle and you were all sorts of pissed off? That's sort of like what's happening here. For our "chronological" listeners, Annual 2 takes place in between Issues 5 and 6. In this very special (so special it's an Annual) episode, Beeslo comes to us live from Paris, France and we talk all about Europeans and their crazy crazy comics. We also cover such hot Parisian topics like, Baguettes, The Eiffel Tower, and Outback Steakhouse. Note: A Variant Edition of this podcast will be available shortly. What's so Variant about that edition? Well, it's not going to have any BGM, so if you have any difficulty hearing "cellphone Link" or "Live from Paris Beeslo" or even just "I'm at home Mongo" you'll be sure to want to check out the non-BGM Variant Edition to listen to us without interference.

Pittsburgh Podcast Crossover Event - Part 1 - Audio Shocker #84

Tue, 16 Jun 2009 14:12:29 -0400

Part one of the Pittsburgh Podcast Crossover begins NOW!!! Live from Phantom of the Attic Comics in Oakland, the AudioShocker teams up with the Comic Book Pitt and Yamagato Industries Business Report to talk about Antonio Banderas, Jesse James Is A Dead Man and his wife Sandra Bullock is a man, Elan Luz Rivera, Write Now!, transsexuals on Jerry Springer, Fraggle Rock, getting bored watching Conan O’Brien and Jimmy Fallon, The Roots vs. Better Than Ezra, Captain America #600, the Falcon, and tons more.

Issue #06: Punisher in The Hood (Not a Slash Fiction)

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 14:12:30 -0400

A bit longer than a week, but here it is. Everyone is in America and using microphones just like the good old days. In this issue we discuss the awesomeness and depth regarding two major players in the Marvel underground, The Hood & The Punisher. We also bring you a NEW segment that we'll be doing monthly. What is it? You'll have to listen to find out! Also, for some added fun, try and count how many times Link coughs throughout the entirety of the Issue. The winner gets a free bottle of NyQuil.

Issue #05: Magical Broken Computer

Thu, 4 Jun 2009 14:12:29 -0400

Mandatory apology about another delay. The PC is still broken and Mongo has been editing these in his spare time. We've got one episode in our back log getting worked on, and we're recording a new one on June 4th. We'll be having TWO people editing them, so they should come out roughly in the same time and we'll be back on our weekly track record again, for real this time. In this very special episode, I make use of my Cellphone to call into the show and record that way. We take this time to discuss the general trends in anime and the types of shows currently sweeping the nation. To be more specific... Haruhi, Death Note, Tengen Toppa, K-On, Lucky Star, and a few other big names. We also take this time to discuss a few series you may have totally missed out on due to the tidal waves of hype surrounding these other series. Give it a listen, and maybe you'll discover a new series to check out!

One-shot: Berserk (Anime)

Mon, 1 Jun 2009 14:12:30 -0400

Sorry for the delay, my home PC has been attacked by a virus and therefore editing has been delayed for a few weeks. Mongo is picking up the slack as best as he can on the editing front, and he's even put together our very first One-shot. What's a One-shot? In the comic world it's a stand-alone plot/story separate from the main continuity that somebody can just pick up and read. For us it's a stand-alone review that is pretty short and to the point, usually done by a single person but it can sometimes include others, or even special guests. This One-shot clocks in at a whopping 5 minutes and is about a particularly infamous anime known as "Berserk", enjoy!

Issue #04: Kow-Pow-Kaphlam!

Sat, 23 May 2009 14:12:18 -0400

We did things a little differently this time. We decided to just sit down and just give you a power hour of straight up Comics. We discuss this week's comics and next week's comics. We felt that this week was just too awesome in the Comic department to do a random anime episode. We also went a little extra crazy and decided to do things "Unplugged" or "Back to Basics" and skip on the background music. We also decided to overuse the word "We" in this summary.

Annual #01: Bit by a Radioactive Woodland Creature

Sat, 16 May 2009 14:12:18 -0400

Listen to our thoughts and feelings regarding the Wolverine film that came out last week. 50 minutes of discussion goodness in this first ever Annual. For those who may be a little confused, an Annual is when we break the normal mold/format and focus on a VERY specific topic, whether it's an individual comic, a movie, an event, or whatever.

Issue #03: Monsterpiece Theater

Mon, 11 May 2009 14:12:18 -0400

Here we go guys, Issue #3, we added a little spice to things and focused on a specific sub-genre of comics. I'll avoid spoiling it here in the description, just give it a listen instead! This one clocks in at roughly 30-35 minutes. I hope you enjoy!

Issue #02: Part 2 (What happened to Part 1?)

Mon, 4 May 2009 14:12:19 -0400

We had some issues... primarily remembering how to record the Issue, and so we actually did TWO podcasts this day, one that wasn't recorded and then this one. We're still working to fix the issue with my mic, I think it sounds relatively okay in this episode. This issue dragged on for a bit in terms of length, but you'll be relieved to know that Issue 3 is roughly 30 minutes and this was an isolated incident that was a result of us trying to cram in stuff from Part 1 into Part 2.

Issue #01: Hot Pocket!

Mon, 27 Apr 2009 14:12:15 -0400

It's finally out! Sorry for the delay! We had some issues with our sound, primarily my Mic. We're working to fix the issue, and HOPEFULLY we'll have it ready and working 100% awesome by Issue 2 or 3. We'll also be trying to keep our podcast between 30 and 45 minutes, depending on how much we have to talk about.

Issue #0: Only 99 cents!

Mon, 20 Apr 2009 14:13:04 -0400

Mongo and Beeslo do a test run to get into their podcast grooves.

Pilot/Demo

Mon, 6 Apr 2009 14:53:50 -0400

Link and Mongo do a test run. This is actually Mongo's "podcaster interview", he obviously passed.