Baki Talki
A fan watch along podcast for Baki (2018), where only one co-host is a fan. Each week Steve invites a new friend with no idea who or what Baki is to discuss a new episode. Listen along to find out who is Baki, what does he strive for, and why is everyone so buff?
Episodes
S6E13: The bigger they are, the harder they fall with Alex!
And that's a wrap on cour 1 of Baki-Dou! Listen to the end of the episode of next plans.
S6E12: They'll be talking about me for 400 years with Phil!
This week, Cruella De Phil is back on the show to kick off our 101st episode! Musashi vs Yujiro? No matter who wins, Motobe loses.
S6E11: The Magic of Aikido with Mike!
100 episodes, that means 100 bios. If you combined them all, that would be like 200 sentences. Pretty wild.
S6E10: I wouldn't touch him with a 20 foot pole, unless I also had a hose and a net with Matt!
Mat is back, and we've moved on from Retsu! Now it's Motobe's time to shine. Listen as we discuss how lame Kendo is, a truly bizarre plan from the Kyoto police, and Gerard Butler.
S6E9: Retsu in Pieces with my Mom!
Mother's day comes early, except I force my mom to come on the podcast instead of giving her a gift. Listen in as we discuss all things Retsu in this very special episode of Baki
S6E8: Already Defeated with Sumeeta and Tom!
Sumeeta returns to the show, and Tom's here too! Learn about the Isle of Man, teeth-to-eye combat, and some ideas that I will sue McDonalds over if they try and take it from me.
S6E7 Fight like a Feather w/ Christian!
A solid episode, not a lot of editing in the backhalf due to family.
S6E6: Dancefights with Vishal
Vishal takes a break from chugging diet coke to get over his cold to join the podcast and discuss how blades work when you just push them into people's faces. And Musashi and stuff.
The New Baki Talki, a First of April Iniative
Holy moly is this episode a snore. If you want to jump to the only good part go to 19:00.
We'll be back next week, I hope someone enjoys this April fools attempt.
https://discord.gg/23khDkxj
S6E5: Moving Faster Than Light Barefoot with Ryan
Ryan, the OG, rejoins the podcast to discuss determinism vs free will, Japanese CCTV cameras, and the most fearsome move imaginable: The Rush and Hug.
S6E4: Breaking Swords and Boys with Sam!
A new guest, gasp, joins the show to discuss the man of the hour Musashi Miyamoto. He's got bamboo swords, a Baki Sword, even invisible swords. And some shitty sword made of metal but we won't drag on that much.
S6E3: Locking Lips with our Heritage with Jack!
Jack rejoins the show to talk about Yujiro's many fans, the ghost and flesh of Musashi Miyamoto, and the wonders of Asphalt.
S6E2: Racking Up Debt and Duct Tape with Jeff!
My brother Jeff is back to talk about Dr Jack Ho(r)ner, the ghost of John Fake Kennedy, and the process through which an egg is fertilized in the most advanced underground cloning lair in the world.
S6E1: Baki's Back and More Bored Than Ever with Lindsay!
My wife Lindsay reluctantly rejoins the podcast to discuss Sam Atlas, crushing boredom, and the arteries that are hiding in dinosaur spines across the globe.
Baki Talki April Update: Pillow Boy edition w/ Matt and Lindsay!
It's April (basically) so we're back with a quick update on the channel and what's coming up in the future. Once that's out of the way we'll be talking about Makura no Danshi, a hidden gem I forced Lindsay and Matt to watch.
Listen to this podcast as you go to sleep and imagine you are part of a 40 minute conversation between gorgeous Danshis!
Baki vs Kengan: The "thrilling" finale with Lindsay!
Lindsay joins the podcast to discuss the thrilling conclusion to Baki vs Kengan. At least at the end of this mediocre film, someone has to win. Right?
We're back on hiatus after this until Baki is back, so follow The Anime Jukebox for more content from me, and I'll see you soon.
Baki Vs Kengan: Fighting out of my network with Mike!
Mike returns to the pod to discuss the strategic benefits of vomiting mid fight, and other intriguing moves introduced in the middle portion of Baki Vs Kengan.
Remember to subscribe to the Anime Jukebox if you want more content in the gap between the episode next week, and whenever Baki Dou comes out.
Baki vs. Kengan: Refusing to lose with my cousin Andrew!
Baki Talki is back for a special three part miniseries on a 62 minute cash grab where the cast of Baki will fight the cast of Kengan Asura, sort of.
This week we'll talk about the first third of the movie, including the amazing Hanayama.
The Anime Jukebox: A Sneak Peak
Next week Baki Talki will be back for a limited engagement to discuss the new movie, but for now why not try out the new podcast "The Anime Jukebox"?
The Anime Jukebox is a new monthly podcast I'm starting. It's like Baki Talki, but no Baki. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the actual podcast!
Baki Talki's April 1st Showcase: The New Millennium Canon
It's April fools day, which means we're back for a very special episode and some updates on the future of the podcast.
If you want to join the lively discussion for a small podcast on hiatus, join the discord here https://discord.gg/hJvxkkq645
Also checkout Podd Jobs from friends of the show Max and Matt
here
The Baki Talki Finale w/ Contest Winner Christian (and everyone else)!
The party is just getting started as most every guest we've had on the show before comes together to discuss the final episode. Imagine yourself a nice warm cup of miso soup and listen in.
Places to follow me going forward:
https://defsnotsteve.substack.com
My Anime Rankings
https://myanimelist.net/animelist/BakiTalkiPod
S5E13: Using Nunchuks as Weapons with Marcus!
Marcus joins the podcast from across the Atlantic to discuss the penultimate episode! This week, Baki wrecks another car with his body, is thrown around more vigorously than a towel, and gets a ride on his dad's shoulders.
S5E12: Baki doesn't stand a ghost of a chance with Sumeeta!
Sumeeta is back for the antepenultimate (look it up) episode of Baki Talki to discuss handpockets for the 10th time. But afterwards, the ghost of Baki's Grandad defeats the US navy!
S5E11: Triceratops-Ken with Phil!
Phil comes back to the pod one last time to discuss Baki fighting his dad and ... The bills game is on. See you all next week!
S5E10: Float like a cockroach, sting like a triceratops with Ryan and Vishal!
This week, the final duo episode! And what a dynamic duo to end things on. We discuss the logistics of loosening your muscles into gas, and whether or not the author has ever been punched in the face. And we finally answer the world's greatest urban legend, will some guy will fight his dad outside a hotel?
S5E9: Women and Children’s martial arts enter the Father Son Fight with Christian!
Christian returns to the show to talk about how much he loves a good pickle. We also discuss the ongoing father son fight, which some would describe as the greatest father son fight in history.
Baki Talki: The Best of 2023
Early episode to end 2023!
I decided to take it easy this week by doing another compilation episode that is like twice the editing work of a usual episode. Thanks to everyone for listening and I'll be back next week with the start of Baki vs Yujiro.
No recommendations this week, so don't be tricked by the audio cues I've used. Just because I enjoy a snippet of the music does not mean the show ge
S5E8: The Greatest Father Son Dinner in History with my Dad!
It's December 25th, we all know what that means. A brand new episode of Baki Talki!
My Dad returns to the show to discuss the build up to a potentially massive father son fight.
S5E7: Giving it your all with Lindsay!
Lindsay is back, and she is pumped to get to talk more Baki. And boy do we have a fun one, because Retsu is still in Vegas and Baki is fighting basically a man on the street.
S5E6: Smoking Kills with Jeff!
Boxing is back baby! This week Jeff joins the show to talk about Smoking Joe Cruiser, the legally distinct boxer. We also touch on concussions, and Baki's Big butt.
S5E5: Baki Shippuden with Jack!
Jack is back! This episode we take a look at the mysterious (and totally real) new Baki spinoff, Baki Rahen Dou. Will Baki's daughter be able to live up to the challenges her father faced?
On a more serious (if slightly) note, Retsu fights Wembanyama in Vegas. and Yujiro makes Baki eat on the floor.
If you want to watch the video I made Jack watch, you can find the link on the discord
https://d
S5E4: Viva Less Vegas with Kathryn!
Prolific guest and sister Kathryn returns to the podcast one last time. This week, we take a deep dive into the psychosis of Baki Hanma when no one is watching, as well as a return from our favourite president, Barak Osma.
S5E3: Boxing, boxing, boxing racketing through snow with Scott!
Scott joins the show for in his opinion, the worst episode of Baki he's seen yet. But if you want to see Retsu make a mockery of 150 years of boxing tradition, or a man rage over making his son rice, this might be the episode for you.
https://elan.school/
This is my recommendation of the week btw.
S5E2: The one and only Brute Strength Pro with Millie!
Somehow, against all odds we have a new guest even in the final season! Listen in to hear Millie's thoughts on the fantastical world of Baki. Does it take place in reality? Can they time travel? We will get to the bottom of things.
S5E1: Maternal Love is War with Ali!
Baki Talki is back, for the final time! But more importantly Ali is back! Finally, we can discuss the real love stories of Baki. The maternal love between Kozue and Muhammad Alai Jr. The Romantic love between Baki and Kozue. And the weirdly in the middle love between Baki and his mom.
S4E13: MANifesting and end to this fight with Serena, Greg, Blaire, Matt, Max, and a new Alex!
This podcast has too many laughs for my mic to handle. Literally, it blew up. But luckily we were able to get a replacement so we can discuss if Pickle should be put back into the salt. And we also talk about the most popular president since Reegan, Barak Osma.
S4E12: He’s a triple threat, and all three threats are dinosaurs with Jack!
We're back and I've never been so tired. Going to go to sleep as soon as I think of some funny moment from the episode to reference. Oh, Pickle gets punched in the balls.
Alright, see y'all next week for the finale!
S4E11: Pickle finally gets a concussion with Pankhuri
Pankhuri joins the pod for the first time to discuss Pickle's absolute beatdown at the hands of Baki. Listen as we discuss the logic in swallowing your own blood, the inexplicable age of Hanayama, and the most magical boy.
S4E10: The Commentary Episode with just Steve!
It's been a busy week ok? This week, we're trying something new with a live commentary, next week we'll be back with another amazing guest.
S4E9: ”Are you there God? It’s me, Jack Hanma” with Louis!
The battle we've been waiting 190 million years for. Can a man who eats dinosaurs be defeated by a man who wets himself while training? This is both the host, and guests favourite episode of the season so listen along to find out why.
S4E8:Doppo’s Drinking Dad Date with Lindsay!
Lindsay reluctantly returns to the pod to discuss the most boring episode of the season. We talk about how every person for the last 190 million years prays the same way, and also learn fractions with Doppo!
S4E7: My Two One and Only Mothers with Tim!
Tim returns to the show to discuss by far the most interesting event to ever happen in a baseball diamond. Katsumi hugs both of his moms, breaks every extremity, and the sound barrier. Is it enough? We'll discuss.
S4E6: The Joint Chief Of Staff of the ShinShinKai with Phil!
How many joints do you have in your skeleton? Close your eyes, and double it. Do that a few more times and you will be ready to experience our newest episode. Also, a special game of BAKI BINGO
S4E5: Magic Mike, XXXXL with Wilf!
Wilf is back and he's ready to complain about his new hard drive. But we also get a chance to discuss Pickle's continued escapades, the ever present sexual tension in this episode, and even some martial arts!
S4E4: Beaten? Or Eaten? with Max!
Max comes back to set the new record for longest single guest episode as we discuss the partial cannibalization of Seaking Retsu.
S4E3: Seaking Retsu, it’s what’s for dinner with Jack!
Acquaintance of the show Jack is back! On this episode we talk about how many Siberian tigers are equivalent to one caveman, the weight of 4000 years of martial arts, and the golden god that looks an awful lot like Retsu.
S4E2: The World’s Greatest Surprise Party at the Ugly Convention with Matt!
Matt returns to the show to discuss an episode with high highs and low lows.
S4E1: Quite the Pickle with Andrew
BAKI'S BACK, HE'S BACK. BAKI HANMA IS BACK.
(Sorry for the delay, I realized too late there were audio issues while away from my editing setup for the weekend)
For the first time ever in the podcast's existence, we have new episodes. My Cousin Andrew joins the show for the first time to help break down our new caveman friend Pickle, the incredible real life science used to revive him, and the ro
S3E12: The Baki Talki Call in Finale!
In the final available episode of Baki Hanma, some old friends call in to the show to talki some Baki. We cover the thrilling conclusion to Baki's prison arc, and touch on succession, slumdog millionaire, and the pickle saga.
We'll be back July 31st when the new season is out, see you all then!
S3E11: Getting thrown around like a towel with Scott and ”Michael Barbaro”!
Season three is almost over with the penultimate episode, so we invited two heavy hitters onto the show. We talk about the theory of consciousness, Officer Bob McCarthy and of course, HBO's OZ.
Thank you to whoever made https://www.michaelbarbaroislistening.net/, as without it this episode would have probably been better off.
S3E10: The World’s Strongest at Podcasting with Fan-favourite Christian! (And Jack)
Christian and Jack re-join the show for episode 3 of try month, where in Baki describes how the human brain works, Biscuit Oliva throws his motorcycle away, and we decide if an expensive wine is 1000x better than normal, or just a paltry 12x.
Keep the conversation going by joining the official Baki Talki crew Discord
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S3E9: Decision Time with Sumeeta, and Lindsay! And that’s it!
Try month continues with special Guest host Lindsay! She's got a few tricks up her sleeve as we discuss dream sequences, hypotheticals, and one very backed up pig.
S3E8: Mispronouncing Gilberto Style with my Siblings!
My Brother, My Sister and me join the show to discuss the intricacies of Loser Lose, Gilberto Style. We also talk about how GPS actually works, and delve a little deeper into the hair based martial arts of Jae Guevara.
Keep the conversation going by joining the official Baki Talki crew Discord
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S3E7: How do you describe a woman like Maria with Marcus?
Marcus joins the show to talk about Biscuit Oliva's hypothetical girlfriend, the ever increasing uses for Jae Guevara's beard hair, and we try to solve the mystery of where the discord notification noise is coming from.
Keep the conversation going by joining the official Baki Talki crew Discord
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S3E6: Glutes to Mouth with Mike!
Mike joins the show to talk about the maximum number of glute shots in an episode, why Tom Cruise should be the next Baki, and to talk about our favourite quartet from Liverpool.
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S3E5: The tip of the tongue, the teeth, and the lips all beat up Iron Michael with Vishal!
The age of Bare Hands is upon us this week in Baki Talki, and Vishal is here to help break it all down. Listen in and together as Host, Listener and Guest we can become one of the greatest trios of all time, just after jockey, whip and horse.
S3E4: Guevara v Bush with Matt!
Matt finally joins the show to talk about the wavy spoon trick, how to turn any spoon into a fork, and we ponder why to give utensils to a man with thumb cuffs. Oh and George Bush gets kidnapped again.
To listen to friend of the show Sumeeta's new single, click here https://open.spotify.com/artist/2n4K0ilhgAtuHDwzu8ZTr7
S3E3: The Second Worst Dallas Presidential Parade with the OG Ryan
The original Ryan comes back to the show to discuss the sad tale of a promising young athlete who ends up in prison after kidnapping the president. Also, Yujiro swims in a really fast pool at a Norwegian resort.
Keep the conversation going by joining the official Baki Talki crew Discord
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Baki Talki Bonus Episode: The Red Door
Look, I've been thinking about things and I just don't think any of this is working. So we're doing things differently today. No Guest, No Baki, and lots of Dome.
S3E2: Mind over Mantis with Blaire!
Blaire joins the show for the highly anticipated showdown of the century. The world's strongest high schooler brings his young ward into his basement to make him watch him fight a 200lb imaginary Praying Mantis. Will Baki be consumed by his own thoughts, literally?
Keep the conversation going by joining the official Baki Talki crew Discord
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S3E1: Remembering the Elephant wars with Ryan!
Baki Talki is back for season 3!
Ryan returns to the show, and actually watches the right episode this time. We have moved on from Baki (2018) to the new and improved Baki Hanma. Listen in to hear about a comically large Elephant, Baki spanking a child across a lake, and the power of shadow boxing.
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S2E13: Tokyo Revengers Revenge Tokyo , featuring the cast of Baki!
It's the final episode of Baki (not Baki Talki of course!) and to mark off this momentous occasion we have the most impressive guest list yet. The entire cast of Baki joins the show to discuss what the death row inmates are now up to.
Baki Talki will be back March 13th when we start tackling Baki Hanma, the show.
S2E12: The Penultimate Completion with my brother Jeff!
Jeff returns to the show to discuss a fight so impactful he forgot that it had ever happened. Also in this episode the whole cast comes together to look at a ghost, and Yujiro plays the drums.
Keep the conversation going by joining the official Baki Talki crew Discord
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S2E11: Surprisingly deep questions about strength with Naomi!
Naomi rejoins the show to talk about Muhammad Ali Jr and his newest foe, Muhammad Ali Sr. We also discuss the characteristics of really good soup, and analyze the potentially problematic psychology behind Muhammad Ali Jr's actions.
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S2E10: Broken hearts and fingers with Max and Ali!
Max AND Ali rejoin the podcast to see Muhammad Ali Jr (Majunior) fail at everything in his life. We talk about delicious steaks, the species film franchise, and what is Baki's real last name?
Keep the conversation going by joining the official Baki Talki crew Discord
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S2E9: Analysing historical fiction and gender roles with Serena!
Serena joins the podcast to discuss the ultimate ladies man, Mohammad Ali Jr, and his interesting approach at courting Kozue. Also, 1 million ants crawl over Doppo Orochi.
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S2E8: Fighting the elderly and Cheating Death with Alex!
Alex joins the show for the first time to discuss the thrilling conclusion to the conflict between the Chinese Coalition and The Us-Japanese winners alliance. WE also talk about Demon Backs, and the ultimate form of martial arts.
Keep the conversation going by joining the official Baki Talki crew Discord
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S2E7: Practising Shaori with my wife Lindsay!
My wife (and dog) both join the show again to discuss the thrilling battle between the captains of the Chinese coalition and the US-Japan winners alliance. Listen to hear about defensive Shaori, offensive Shaori, and fighting Shaori with Shaori.
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Baki Talki, The Best of 2022
Listen to a special episode where we recap some of the funniest moments from the previous 33(!) episodes released last year.
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S2E6: Shaking hands and Kicking Earth with my Father in Law!
This week on the podcast we discuss traditional medicine for dislocated elbows, the pros and cons of the turtle technique, and how Phil Mickelson Jr would fare in the Grand RaiTai.
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S2E5: Handpockets and handshakes with Tim!
Tim joins the show to discuss how the benefits of the hand pocket, whether it's ok to murder your opponent in a martial arts tournament, and the ethics of handshakes.
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S2E4: Shame on these Chinese fighters with Phil!
Phil joins the show to discuss how thicc Oliva is, the sad state of Kaiohs today, and what an incredible announcer the RaiTai tournament has hired.
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S2E3: Martial arts is for girls (And children and the elderly) with Sumeeta
Sumeeta joins the show to discuss steamy medicine, getting flicked in the balls, and the unsanitary act of sharing a candy ball with your promoter.
Keep the conversation going by joining the official Baki Talki crew Discord
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S2E2: Ying Yang Poison and Euphoria with Vishal
Vishal joins the show to discuss vomiting blood, getting punched in the balls, and does Baki even understand what everybody is saying?
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S2E1: Baki and the Buffalo Bills with my Dad!
It's the season 2 premiere of Baki Talki and my Dad joins the show to rag on the Buffalo bills, ass well as discuss the father son dynamics of Baki and who he's betting on tow in the Grand Rai-tai tournament!
Keep the conversation going by joining the official Baki Talki crew Discord
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Youtube video mentioned at the end of the episode can be watched here
Episode 26: ”The Centennial Tournament” with Lindsay, Kathryn, Christian and Phil!
It's the season 1 finale of Baki Talki and we have a whole crew of returning guests to walk through Baki's journey to China. And then afterwards, we talk through the end of season awards!
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Episode 25: ”God and the Devil” with my Mom!
My mom joins the show to discuss The greatest athlete of the 21st century, Ape skeletons, and children wearing tuxedos.
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Episode 24: ”Defeat” with Kathryn, Again!
My sister Kathryn rejoins the show to discuss hot soup, leg stab wound severity, and the multi generational Alai fighting family.
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Episode 23: ”The Real Attack” with Wilf!
Wilf joins the show to talk about sand powers, magical cliffs, and asks are these guys super heroes or just regular dudes?
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Episode 22: ”Clash of the Alpha Males” with Scott, Again!
Scott joins the show to talk about alpha males, the hit HBO show Oz, and what even is environmental warfare?
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