Episode 66: Pinky Promise ft Ayumi Shinozaki (A Sign of Affection Eps 1-3)
In this episode of Shoujo Sundae, Chika, Giana, and Magical Girl Ayu of the Sparkleside Chats podcast review episodes one through three of A Sign of Affection! This series was voted on by the Shoujo Sundae patrons to celebrate the second anniversary of the podcast. To learn more about how to support Shoujo Sundae, visit patreon.com/shoujosundae.
In episode one, we enter Yuki’s world, our pink-haired deaf protagonist. The poetic, romantic nature of this beautifully animated series is captivating to say the least. We also meet Itsuomi, a boy passionate about language and culture, and Rin, Yuki’s extraordinary wingwoman of a friend who’s crushing on Itsuomi’s cousin, Kyoya. Yuki’s and Itsuomi’s instant chemistry jumpstarts all three ladies’ hearts. Ayu opens up about the shoujo sparkles in her own relationship. In episode two, Itsuomi makes a point to stay in contact with Yuki while traveling, and it goes to show how much he truly likes her. Rin continues to be the wingwoman of the century. Oushi is frustrating in the way he signs so harshly to Yuki, for infantilizing her, and for translating for her without her asking, among other things. In episode three, Yuki makes a sign language guide for Itsuomi! Talk about dedication! Yuki tells Itsuomi that she’s comfortable with his touch, melting everyone’s hearts. Shin and Emma are introduced, and Yuki asks Itsuomi for clarity on whether or not he’s dating Emma. Itsuomi sets strong boundaries with Emma.
This episode’s audio was edited by PJ of the Kawaii Desuppointment podcast.
Grab your spoon, and let’s dig in!
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EPISODE 1
[0:53] About Ayu
[10:25] Soft Serve Summary
[11:15] Sprinkles on Top
[16:34] Floats Your Boat
[30:37] Banana Split
[39:28] Rocky Road
[42:21] I Scream, You Scream
EPISODE 2
[46:49] Soft Serve Summary
[47:45] Sprinkles on Top
[49:52] Floats Your Boat
[1:08:36] Banana Split
[1:05:13] Hot Fudge
EPISODE 3
[1:11:34] Soft Serve Summary
[1:11:56] Sprinkles on Top
[1:16:10] Floats Your Boat
[1:31:15] Banana Split
[1:40:17] Rocky Road
[1:41:08] Hot Fudge
[1:45:44] I Scream, You Scream
About Shoujo Sundae:
Shoujo Sundae is a podcast safe haven for fans that are in love with shoujo anime and manga. Hosted by Giana Luna and Chika Supreme, Shoujo Sundae aims to review and reflect on shoujo properties that deserve more attention than what they currently receive.
Giana Luna is a podcaster by moonlight and a dueling pianist by daylight.
Chika Supreme is a podcaster by moonlight and a social media manager by daylight.
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A breakdown of the Shoujo Sundae segments:
-A Soft Serve Summary (episode recap)
-Sprinkles on Top (symbolism portrayed in the episode)
-Floats Your Boat (positive aspects from the episode)
-Banana Split (confusing moments or ‘split’ opinion)
-Rocky Road (emotional/sad moments)
-Nuts (shocking moments)
-Hot Fudge (hot takes or rants)
-I Scream, You Scream (episode dislikes)