Power vs. Success: A Deep Dive into the Anime Industry with Saturday AM Founder Fredrick Jones | Ep. 247

"Art is messy."- Fredrick Jones

In this episode of the Suuuper Anime Podcast, Ed and Solo welcome back Frederick, the founder of Saturday AM, to discuss the significant milestones achieved by the company over the past decade. They delve into the importance of representation in manga, the challenges faced by black creators in the industry, and the distinction between success and power. Frederick shares insights on the need for long-term thinking in representation and the importance of visibility for creators of colour. 

 The discussion culminates in a debate about the distinction between the magic created by manga authors vs the lack of competency for many who don’t have the magic; emphasizing that while some stories achieve greatness, others struggle to meet audience expectations.

Discussion Points

•  Welcome Back and Celebrating Milestones
•  Achievements and Recognition in Manga
•  The Journey of Saturday AM and Its Impact
•  Representation in Manga and the Importance of Diversity
•  Power vs. Success in the Creative Industry
•  The Need for Long-Term Thinking in Representation
•  Challenges Faced by Black Creators in the Industry
•  The Importance of Visibility and Representation
•  The Future of Saturday AM and Empowering Creators
•  Navigating Brand Protection and Community Support
•  The Importance of Authentic Representation in Media
•  Anticipating Animated Adaptations of Manga
•  Exploring the Concept of Saturday Wars
•  Trends in Manga Endings and Industry Pressures
•  The Power Dynamics in Storytelling
•  The Evolution of Manga and Anime
•  The Challenges of Storytelling and Endings
•  The Impact of Social Media on Consumer Perception
•  The Role of Competency in Storytelling
•  The Magic vs. Competency Debate
•  Concluding Thoughts on Storytelling in Manga and Anime

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