TLDR;
The Dub Talk podcast discusses the English dub of "Toilet-bound Hanako-kun," praising its direction, writing, and voice acting. The hosts highlight the series' blend of comedy, drama, and supernatural elements, and commend the cast for their engaging performances. They analyze the characters, their voice actors, and the overall quality of the dub, recommending it as a fun and well-crafted adaptation.
- Praises the direction, writing, and voice acting of "Toilet-bound Hanako-kun" English dub.
- Highlights the series' blend of comedy, drama, and supernatural elements.
- Commends the cast for their engaging performances and well-developed characters.
Intro [0:08]
The Dub Talk podcast introduces its episode focusing on the English dub of "Toilet-bound Hanako-kun." The hosts playfully adopt the personas of school wonders, setting a spooky and humorous tone for their discussion. They briefly summarize the anime's premise, which revolves around rumors, supernatural occurrences, and the balance between the spirit and human worlds at Kamome Academy.
ADR Staff and General Thoughts [1:08]
The podcast introduces the ADR staff for "Toilet-bound Hanako-kun," including ADR Director Jade Saxton and assistant directors Jamie Markey, Megan Shipman, and Morgan Laray, along with lead writer Leah Clark and assistant writer Aaron Dismuke. The hosts discuss the challenges of directing and writing a series that was partially produced during quarantine, noting the consistent quality of the dub despite the production split. They praise Leah Clark's writing for its comedic one-liners and the sincerity maintained by the English cast, avoiding a farcical tone.
Direction and Writing Analysis [7:06]
The hosts continue their discussion on the direction and writing of the dub, highlighting Jade Saxton's ability to balance lighthearted comedy with darker, more dramatic moments. They appreciate the voice actors' performances, noting that they sound like they were having fun, which enhances the listening experience. The conversation touches on specific lines and moments that stood out, praising the script for its humor and the cast for their delivery.
Direction and Tone [18:20]
The hosts continue to discuss the direction, tone, and script of the English dub. They praise Jade Saxton's direction and the sound design for creating an eerie atmosphere. While the show doesn't always perfectly mesh slapstick comedy with life-and-death situations, the dub nails the tone. The script is strong, with funny quips, but some of Ko's lines come off a little strong.
Minor Characters: Aoi and Teru [35:03]
The podcast shifts focus to the voice acting for minor characters Aoi Akane, voiced by Emily Neves, and Teru Minamoto, voiced by David Matranga. The hosts discuss Emily Neves' portrayal of Aoi as a huge nerd and David Matranga's ability to convey Teru's dual nature as a sweet student council president and a serious exorcist. They note the characters' roles in the story and the actors' performances in bringing them to life.
Seven Wonders: Tsuchikomori and Yako [46:16]
The hosts discuss the voice acting for two more of the Seven Wonders: Tsuchikomori, voiced by Ian Sinclair, and Yako, voiced by Alexis Tipton. They praise Alexis Tipton's vocal range, from deep and sultry to the cutesy fox spirit, and Ian Sinclair's ability to balance goofiness with dramatic depth. The discussion highlights specific episodes and scenes where the actors particularly shine, emphasizing their versatility.
Antagonistic Trio: Natsuhiko, Sakura, and Tsukasa [1:10:33]
The podcast discusses the main antagonistic trio: Natsuhiko Hyuga (Aaron Dismuke), Sakura Nanamine (Cara Edwards), and Tsukasa Yugi (Austin Tindle). The hosts analyze each character's role and the voice actors' performances, noting Aaron Dismuke's portrayal of Natsuhiko as a comedic dumbass, Cara Edwards' creepy and unsettling voice for Sakura, and Austin Tindle's unnerving and friendly tone for Tsukasa. They highlight the unique dynamics and creepiness each character brings to the show.
Main Characters: Ko and Mitsuba [1:40:30]
The hosts discuss the voice acting for Ko Minamoto, voiced by Tyson Reinhardt, and Sosuke Mitsuba, voiced by Kyle Igneczi. They analyze the characters' development and the actors' performances, noting Tyson Reinhardt's initial challenge in matching the character design but ultimately winning them over with his portrayal of Ko's emotional depth. They also discuss Kyle Igneczi's portrayal of Mitsuba, highlighting the character's dramatic mood whiplash and the actor's ability to convey both comedic and sympathetic aspects.
Main Characters: Hanako and Nene [2:08:56]
The hosts discuss the voice acting for the lead characters, Hanako (Justin Briner) and Nene Yashiro (Tia Ballard). They praise Tia Ballard's ability to capture Nene's feminine and loony qualities, as well as her sweet and endearing nature. They also commend Justin Briner for his portrayal of Hanako, highlighting his ability to balance the character's mischievous and playful side with his darker, more serious moments.
Final Thoughts and Recommendations [2:36:46]
The Dub Talk podcast concludes with final thoughts on the English dub of "Toilet-bound Hanako-kun," recommending it as a well-acted, directed, and written show. The hosts highlight the series' unique aesthetic, blend of humor, horror, and comedy, and the cast's engaging performances. They encourage listeners to watch the series on Funimation and to support the podcast through various social media platforms and donation options.