Sync Ratios: a Neon Genesis Evangelion discussion podcast

Screenwriting partners Ben Collins & Luke Piotrowski watch every episode of the landmark anime Neon Genesis Evangelion and discuss it in detail.

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Episodes

05 Rei, Beyond The Heart

An examination of the show’s cryptic opening kicks off the most mythologically dense episode yet. Hear Ben break down Shinji’s awkward apologies to Rei and Luke break down and awkwardly apologize to Gundam fans on this week’s Sync Ratios!

Apr 19, 2019•50 min

04 Rain, After Running Away

We know Shinji “mustn’t run away” but what about wandering away and aimlessly riding trains for awhile? Join Ben and Luke as a cursory google unlocks the mystery of the two titles, several corrections and omissions are addressed and the cultural conversation surrounding Japanese mental health is pondered. And, of course, we’ll have more discussion of fan service for you too!

Apr 12, 2019•51 min

03 The Phone That Doesn't Ring

Ben and Luke bond over the story of teenagers struggling to connect in an episode full of background exposition and Freudian womb imagery. Take a seat (right hand side in the back by the window, please) and explore the mysteries of AT fields, Osaka dialects and the post-apocalyptic propensities of Japanese pop culture. Sync Ratios, lift off!

Apr 05, 2019•44 min

02 Unfamiliar Ceiling

Shinji gets some cold stares from both Eva 01 and his new hot springs penguin roommate in episode 02, “Unfamiliar Ceiling.” This week Ben and Luke examine the delicate balance of broad comedy, domestic drama and post-apocalyptic sci-fi that characterizes the series’ introductory episodes. Sync Ratios, welcome home!

Mar 29, 2019•47 min

01 Angel Attack

Ben and Luke discuss the world-building, character introductions and utilization of anime tropes in the premiere episode of the series. How does the structure compare to that of a western, live action TV pilot and, seriously, how great is Misato? All this and more! With so much to dig into, who can be expected to remember to say the name of the podcast at the top? Sync Ratios, lift-off!

Mar 22, 2019•52 min•Ep. 1

00 - Sync Ratios Introduction

Ben & Luke explain the origin of the podcast and how they each first encountered Neon Genesis Evangelion

Mar 11, 2019•45 min

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