Let's Talk Toku

Join host Squall Charlson and guest host Lavenderrwave for a crash-course introduction to Tokusatsu. Whether you're a beginner or an expert, there's something for everybody.

Host Squall Charlson and guest host SteveSekai have an epic debate as they break down the ultimate tokusatsu TV showdown. Super Sentai vs. Kamen Rider vs. Ultraman!

Host Squall Charlson is joined by Godzilla comic book artist and illustrator, Matt Frank, as they talk about the King of the Monsters.

Host Squall Charlson is joined by guest host SteveSekai as they discuss lesser-known toku series that are living in the shadow of the big three.

Host Squall Charlson and Team Rider (Anthony, Steve, Ken & David) discuss the hunt for the toys of tokusatsu, the fandom and the evolution of Team Rider.

Host Squall Charlson and actor Jason Narvy talk about Jason's journey through Saban's Mighty Morphin Power Rangers.

Host Squall Charlson and Den Of Geek's Shamus Kelley talk about the history of Super Sentai and its influence on Power Rangers and beyond.

Host Squall Charlson and guest host SteveSekai discuss common story themes and gimmicks in tokusatsu and create their own makeshift series.

Host Squall Charlson is joined by guest host Dustin Beadle, a.k.a. TheNextDecade, as they talk all about Kamen Rider.

Host Squall Charlson is joined by Nicole Amber from TokuNet to discuss the actresses and fandom of women in tokusatsu.

Host Squall Charlson and guest host TVsKyle talk about their favorite monsters of the week and other great kaiju villains.

Host Squall Charlson and guest host Tom Constantine discuss Tom's career as an actor in tokusatsu films and how one can follow his path.

Actress Karan Ashley joins host Squall Charlson to discuss how she got the role of Aisha Campbell, the second Yellow Power Ranger in the Mighty Morphin Power Rangers.

Host Squall Charlson is joined by popular YouTube personality SentaiFive for a deep dive into how different tokusatsu franchises have handled their anniversary seasons.

Japanese stunt actor Koichi Sakamoto joins host Squall Charlson to talk about his work throughout the years as an actor on Power Rangers, Kamen Rider, Ultraman and everything in between.

Host Squall Charlson is joined by Melissa Flores to discuss the rebirth and evolution of Power Rangers after Saban re-acquired them.

Host Squall Charlson is joined by Mike Dent, creator of the essential YouTube channel, Vintage Henshin, to talk all about Ultraman, from the land of light.

Keith Justice, creator of the popular site Henshin Justice Unlimited, joins host Squall Charlson to discuss the fandom’s growth, from the early message board days to UGC, conventions and beyond.

Host Squall Charlson is joined by Matt Palmer, the creator of Immortal Red Fox, to discuss creating toku independently.

Taka, from Kotetsu Toys in Japan, joins host Squall Charlson to talk about his tokusatsu toy exporting business and how the pandemic has affected him.

Roliver Queen, comic book enthusiast and co-founder of the Leg10 Of Boom Podcast, joins host Squall Charlson to discuss some of the newer tokusatsu comic books.

Host Squall Charlson is joined by former Power Rangers Brand Ambassador Jason Bischoff to discuss adapting tokusatsu for American audiences.

Host Squall Charlson is joined by Cameron Lee, creator of Godpunk and host of the Big Bad Beetlebros Podcast, for what we’re calling The Big Bad Beetleborgs 101!

Lisa J, creator of the popular Power Rangers website, No Pink Spandex, joins host Squall Charlson to talk about meeting your heroes in real life! Get pointers on how you can prepare yourself to conduct your own interviews.

The last episode of this season is all about you, the fan! Host Squall Charlson is joined by two super-fans, Von Coop and Alé Juvera, and your own videos on why you love toku, for a special episode on fandom.