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GACHAPOD

GACHAPOD

By: Strange Waves
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Summary

Join us as we look into some of the weirdest and most wonderful parts of popular culture, as we cover comic books, Japanese culture, video games, films and cult classics all over.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Strange Waves
Art Science Fiction
Episodes
  • The Rise and Fall of the Pirate Bay
    May 1 2026

    YOU WOULDN’T STEAL A CAR.

    But in reality, if you could download it for free online, you really would. In this episode, we’re discussing the history of the infamous torrent website, THE PIRATE BAY.

    Arrr, that’s right - we’re talking about its humble beginnings, resulting in police raids, arrests and a staggering amount of illicit materials. Please don’t forget to seed the episode, thanks.

    A few handy links on our Linktree https://linktr.ee/Gachapod

    Want to get in touch, Email us hellogachapod@gmail.com

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    51 mins
  • Wally Wood
    Apr 17 2026

    In this episode, we’re talking about comic book legend, Wallace ‘Wally’ Wood.

    An artist that helped develop the underground scene, right after making his indelible mark on the comic book industry with Daredevil, DC and EC Comics.

    Huge thanks to Fantagraphics for publishing the Wally Wood series, but let’s work on keeping books in print. Don’t forget to check out Wally’s work after the episode, so he can remembered amongst the likes of Kirby and Ditko.

    A few handy links on our Linktree https://linktr.ee/Gachapod

    Want to get in touch, Email us hellogachapod@gmail.com

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • Jimmy ‘Superfly’ Snuka and the Untimely Death of Nancy Argentino.
    Mar 29 2026

    In this episode, we’re talking about Jimmy ‘Superfly’ Snuka and the untimely death of Nancy Argentino.

    We’ll be jumping into some sensitive themes here, including coconut-related ‘assault’. We’ll be talking about Jimmy’s life, Nancy Argentino, our beloved Rowdy Roddy Piper (Da Maniac) - and WWF’s complete failure in protecting women.

    Thanks to Irvin Muchnick’s investigative work on Nancy’s death, which helped shine a light on this upsetting case.

    If you or a loved one is struggling with domestic abuse, please call 08082000247 or visit www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk/

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    1 hr and 4 mins
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