MONSTROSITIES Cast Off
Podcast Description
"MONSTROSITIES Cast Off" is your live-stream deep dive into the wild world of Japanese tokusatsu, kaiju, and genre cinema from across the globe.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
Focuses on historical analysis of kaiju films, behind-the-scenes stories, and genre cinema trends with episodes featuring in-depth discussions on notable works like Godzilla and director insights
“MONSTROSITIES Cast Off” is your live-stream deep dive into the wild world of Japanese tokusatsu, kaiju, and genre cinema from across the globe.
The Japanese novella The Luminous Fairies and Mothra—the original inspiration for Toho’s iconic 1961 film Mothra—is being published in English for the very first time. Thanks to the University of Minnesota Press and award-winning translator Dr. Jeffrey Angles, fans will finally be able to experience this foundational kaiju tale as it was first imagined.
In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Angles to discuss the art and challenge of translating this classic, the extensive research behind his brand-new critical essay, and more.
The Luminous Fairies & Mothra arrives January 2026 and is available now for pre-order at major booksellers including Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and the University of Minnesota Press.
Disclaimer
This podcast’s information is provided for general reference and was obtained from publicly accessible sources. The Podcast Collaborative neither produces nor verifies the content, accuracy, or suitability of this podcast. Views and opinions belong solely to the podcast creators and guests.
For a complete disclaimer, please see our Full Disclaimer on the archive page. The Podcast Collaborative bears no responsibility for the podcast’s themes, language, or overall content. Listener discretion is advised. Read our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy for more details.