Brief Summary
This YouTube video is a podcast episode of Dub Talk where the hosts and guests discuss the English dub of "Welcome to Demon School! Iruma-kun." They cover various aspects of the dub, including the ADR direction, scriptwriting, casting choices, and overall enjoyment of the show. The hosts also discuss their favorite characters, performances, and moments from the series, providing a comprehensive review and analysis of the dub's quality and impact.
- The dub is praised for its fun and engaging performances, with special attention given to the ADR director and scriptwriter.
- The hosts discuss the casting choices for various characters, highlighting standout performances and lesser-known voice actors.
- The episode includes a detailed discussion of the main characters, their personalities, and the actors who voice them.
Intro
The podcast episode is about to begin with a short disclaimer about the content of the lecture, which may contain language and content not suitable for younger viewers, spoilers for "Welcome to Demon School! Iruma-kun," and opinions that do not reflect Dub Talk as a whole.
Demonic History Class
Professor Classy Spartan, also known as Andrew, introduces the topic of the lecture: the stories of the demon school Babyls and its iconic alumni. He introduces guest lecturers Professor Jet of demon language and Professor Stephanie of the demonic theater department, as well as head chef Jamal. The lecture will focus on "Welcome to Demon School! Iruma-kun," a show Andrew has been wanting to discuss.
Synopsis
The story follows Iruma Suzuki, a 14-year-old human boy sold to a demon named Sullivan by his parents. Sullivan adopts Iruma as his grandson and enrolls him in Babyls, a school for demons, where Iruma befriends Alice Asmodeus and Clara Valac. Iruma must conceal his human identity to avoid being eaten. The hosts debate whether the anime is an Isekai. They draw parallels to "My Hero Academia" and "Digimon."
Behind the Scenes
The hosts discuss the lack of official announcements for the English dub cast by Crunchyroll, noting that most actors promoted themselves. They praise the ADR director, Jaylen K. Cassell, and scriptwriter, Rachel Robinson, for their work on the dub. Jaylen K. Cassell also directed "Ascendance of a Bookworm" and wrote for "Berserk 2016" and "Jojo's Bizarre Adventure." Rachel Robinson wrote for "Kakegurui" and "Snow White with the Red Hair." The hosts express their enjoyment of the dub, highlighting the fun writing and the inclusion of dubbed songs. The dub production faced challenges due to the pandemic, with some episodes being recorded remotely.
Misfit Class - Boys
The hosts discuss the male members of the Misfit Class, including:
- Alistair Schneider: Played by Landon McDonald.
- Andro M. Jazz: Played by Ryan Colt Levy.
- Agares Picaro: Played by Brian Timothy Anderson.
- Garp Goemon: Played by Tom Bauer.
- Shax Lead: Played by Brandon Winkler.
They share their favorite characters and performances, praising Ryan Colt Levy and Brandon Winkler. They also mention the foreshadowing in the show and the actors' previous roles.
Lovely Ladies
The hosts discuss the female characters in the show:
- Dosanko: Played by Sarah Ann Williams.
- Ako: Played by Skylar Davenport.
- Elizabeth: Played by Natalie Rose.
- Carolee: Played by Xanthe Nguyen.
They discuss each character's personality, role in the story, and the voice actors' performances. They also discuss the characters' "sexy ratings" and their participation in a succubus course.
Iruma's Dads
The hosts discuss Sullivan, Opera, and the Narrator:
- Sullivan: Played by Kyle Hebert.
- Opera: Played by Brian Timothy Anderson.
- Narrator: Played by Kevin M. Connolly.
They discuss their roles as Iruma's caregivers and the actors' performances. They praise Kyle Hebert's comedic timing and Brian Timothy Anderson's stoic portrayal of Opera.
Friendly Antagonism
The hosts discuss Nebarius Caligo and Kirio Amy:
- Nebarius Caligo: Played by DC Douglas.
- Kirio Amy: Played by Alex Lee.
They discuss their roles in the story and the actors' performances. They praise DC Douglas's portrayal of the jaded teacher and Alex Lee's ability to portray both the sweet and sadistic sides of Kirio.
Student Council President & Sabro
The hosts discuss Amary Azazel and Sabro Somnok:
- Amary Azazel: Played by Kira Buckland.
- Sabro Somnok: Played by Ray Chase.
They discuss their roles in the story and the actors' performances. They praise Kira Buckland's ability to portray both the strong and cute sides of Amary, and Ray Chase's comedic timing as Sabro.
Iruma & Final Thoughts
The hosts discuss Iruma Suzuki, played by Laura Stahl. They praise Laura Stahl's performance and her ability to portray the character's various facets. They also share their final thoughts on the show, recommending it for its fun characters, engaging story, and well-executed dub. They provide information on where to watch the show and how to support the podcast.
