Episodes

  • Episode 1 - "The Secret of the Dragon Balls"

    Episode 1 - "The Secret of the Dragon Balls"
    Apr 12 2024

    In this episode, we explore the captivating story, vibrant characters and unique atmosphere and tone that defined early Dragon Ball!


    Episode 1 of Toei Animation's Dragon Ball adaptation introduces audiences to the iconic Son Goku – a plucky young martial artist who's never left his home in the middle of nowhere – and his best friend Bulma – the smartest girl on Earth in search of seven mysterious orbs that can supposedly grant any wish. Alyx, Jon, and Sam share their thoughts on the chance encounter that started it all, and break down how Dragon Ball Episode 1 holds up nearly four decades later.


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    22 mins
  • Episode 2 - "The Emperor’s Quest"

    Episode 2 - "The Emperor’s Quest"
    Apr 19 2024
    Episode 2 of Dragon Ball slows the pace down as Goku & Bulma settle into their journey and take on the wilderness in their own unique ways. Meanwhile, Emperor Pilaf and his cohorts continue their own journey to mixed results… Join Alyx, Sam, and Jon as they dive into Dragon Ball Episode 2, “The Emperor’s Quest!”

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    24 mins
  • Episode 3 - "The Nimbus Cloud Of Roshi"

    Episode 3 - "The Nimbus Cloud Of Roshi"
    Apr 26 2024
    Dragon Ball Episode 3 takes a trip to the beach full of flying clouds, turtle hermits, and some problematic humor. Join Alyx, Jon, and Sam as they break down one of early Dragon Ball’s most dated episodes, “The Nimbus Cloud of Roshi”!

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    28 mins
  • Episode 4 - "Oolong The Terrible”

    Episode 4 - "Oolong The Terrible”
    May 3 2024
    As Goku and Bulma try to get their hands on their fifth Dragon Ball, they have no choice but to stop a foe most terrible – and make a new ally in the process. Join Alyx, Jonathon, and Sam as they're terrorized by "Oolong the Terrible"!

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    21 mins
  • Episode 5 - "Yamcha the Desert Bandit"

    Episode 5 - "Yamcha the Desert Bandit"
    May 10 2024
    Before Yamcha became Dragon Ball’s biggest joke, he was Goku’s first real rival and nearly killed the boy with his Wolf Fang Fist. Join Alyx, Jonathon, and Sam as they face off against “Yamcha the Desert Bandit”!

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    26 mins
  • Episode 6 - "Keep an Eye on the Dragon Balls!"

    Episode 6 - "Keep an Eye on the Dragon Balls!"
    May 17 2024
    CBR's Z-Fighters are still deep in the heat of Diablo Desert with Yamcha hot on their tails – and now that Oolong knows about the Dragon Balls, Goku and Bulma's newest ally turns his sight on betrayal. Join Alyx, Jonathon, and Sam as they "Keep an Eye on the Dragon Balls!"

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    26 mins
  • Dragon Ball Rewatch Episode 7: The Ox King on Fire Mountain

    Dragon Ball Rewatch Episode 7: The Ox King on Fire Mountain
    Jul 2 2024
    With Yamcha hot on their tail, Goku, Bulma, and Oolong try to beat the heat at Fire Mountain – where the legendary Ox-King lies in wait with the sixth Dragon Ball. Join Alyx, Jon, and Sam in another blazing hot episode of CBR's Dragon Ball Rewatch!

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    26 mins
  • Dragon Ball Rewatch Episode 8: The Kamehameha Wave

    Dragon Ball Rewatch Episode 8: The Kamehameha Wave
    Jul 3 2024
    The flames of Fire Mountain consume the sixth Dragon Ball, but not all hope is lost for Goku, Bulma, and Oolong. With Master Roshi's return comes the introduction of a technique that's become synonymous with Dragn Ball itself. Join Alyx, Jonathon, and Sam as they dive face-first into a landmark Dragon Ball episode, "The Kamehameha Wave"!

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    28 mins