On this episode of Straight Dude Tries, Danny (like Phantom) gets his first Magical Girl experience! With no other knowledge than 'dark sapphic magical girls' Danny agrees to watch Puella Magi Madoka Magica. Valsaraptor and DokiDokiBunBun guide our resident straight guy through soul gems, contracts, and (clearly lesbian) heartbreak as we walk through the main series including currently released movies.

We read through some not-so-hot takes from Reddit, talk about what makes Madoka stand out from the magical girl genre, and of course, play everyone’s favorite bit... You know the one where BitkingDT makes the hosts guess the top ships on AO3.

Obviously there are spoilers here so this episode is only for fans of Madoka Magica. ;)

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This week, I (Valsaraptor) sit down with the founder of The Juice Box Shop, a small, Black, woman-owned business bringing queer romance, indie flair, and sustainable packaging straight to your doorstep.

We chat about yaoi, queer storytelling, and do a live unboxing of two of her bestsellers:

💘 The BL “Date Night with a Manga” Box — a spicy, self-care-packed treat for anyone who loves fictional men and real-life indulgence. Each box includes a BL manga, magnetic bookmark, enamel pin, and exclusive art print.

🌈 The GL Mystery Bag — flirty, sapphic, and full of surprises from queer creators.

Because let’s be real: The Juice Box has all the juiciest BL and GL manga you didn’t know you needed. Every item is made by indie queer artists and packaged with eco-friendly materials — because sustainability can be sexy. Subscriptions ship bi-monthly with options for a one-time treat, six-month fling, or full-year commitment.

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This episode, Valsaraptor and DokiDokiBunBun hit the theater for the Given movie double feature—and we have some opinions. From angst-filled concerts to quiet crushes and awkward pacing, we break down both films with our usual chaotic love and a lot of spicy commentary. 🎤🔥

We talk about the highs (Akihiko actually apologizing??), the lows (Haruki’s storyline deserves better), and the tonal whiplash between the two films. (Hot take: the first movie was better.)

Also? We didn’t love the animation. And we’re just gonna say it: Given might’ve worked better as one strong movie—or a short series—than trying to stretch into two uneven films. 👀

Expect hot takes, big feelings, and absolutely no chill when it comes to The Thirsty Desert Scene™ (you’ll know it when you see it).

Whether you’re a longtime stan, a soundtrack simp, or just confused why your faves barely speak in the second film—this episode’s for you.

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