This week, we take a look at a certain side story of the massively popular Mobile Suit Gundam franchise. Gundam enthusiast Pacific Jeremy guides me in discussing one of his all time favorites, Mobile Suit Gundam: The 8th MS Team. We talk themes, characters, references, the robots themselves and the culture surrounding the franchise as a whole.
The Oak Leaf Watches Anime Episode 2: Gundam
About the Contributors
Benjamin Lyle, Editor
Benjamin Lyle is returning to SRJC after a lengthy absence to pursue a degree in journalism with the aim to cover the things he loves for a living, mainly all kinds of arts and entertainment. In his spare time, apart from spending time with his loved ones, he tends to unintentionally get absorbed in researching silly things that few people will care about.
Pacific Jeremy, Reporter
Pacific Jeremy (They/Them) is in their second semester of journalism at The Oak Leaf. They have a background in photography and communications, as well as an interest in photojournalism, breaking news and combat correspondence. They are planning to transfer to a four-year program in communications and journalism in the fall. When you can’t find them buried in a mountain of work, you can probably catch them doing something iconic! Also, they play Dungeons & Dragons with Dylan.