
Sonic Weekly (Team Sonic Weekly)
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04 Nov 2023 | Sonic Dream Team?!? + Super Mario Bros. Wonder w/ DANIEL BARRON | 00:56:05 | |
Our friend Daniel Barron joins in with Grant, Bo, and David to react to the news of the new Apple Arcade exclusive Sonic Dream Team, and also participate in some comparative analysis of Sonic Superstars & Super Mario Bros. Wonder. Hey, don't forget to check out Bo's "Oops! All Special Stages" mod for Sonic 3D Blast (Saturn). | |||
13 May 2024 | Sonic Rumble?! w/ ABBY DENTON + Knuckles Review, pt. 2 | 01:40:10 | |
Comedian Abby Denton joins in for a few laughs, as we clumsily attempt to recap the week's news and continue reviewing the Knuckles series on Paramount.
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14 Sep 2024 | The Secret Origin of Sonic the Hedgehog w/ ERIK BARNES | 01:00:40 | |
Our pal Erik Barnes comes by to tell us about his new toy project (Monstors) and along the way learns about the Mary Garnett stories of Sonic the Hedgehog from David and Grant. Plus we discuss Iizuka-san's interviews mentioning the possibility of Sonic Adventure 3 and the Chao Garden games in the future. There's also some light improv with the Dueling McCartneys.
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20 May 2023 | CHAD QUANDT loves SatAM | 01:04:07 | |
Emmy-winning writer/showrunner Chad Quandt (Star Trek Prodigy, Unikitty, Trollhunters) joins the program to share his love for the Sonic the Hedgehog animated series affectionately known as "SatAM." You probably knew that from the title of the episode but I just wanted to spell it out anyway, thanks for indulging me. We indulge in fun this week with a rambling gambling good time!
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12 Nov 2023 | BRODIE REED talks Sonic OVA anime | 00:58:02 | |
Comedian Brodie Reed joins Grant, David, and Smoovies to talk about Sonic the Hedgehog: The Movie, aka the two-part Sonic OVA (English dub) from the '90s. Follow Brodie on Instagram! Watch Brodie's stand-up on Comedy Central!
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24 Jun 2023 | Sonic's Birthday Bash w/ ASHLYN ANSTEE | 00:43:46 | |
David & Grant are again joined by Ashlyn, who continues to fill in for Bo, for some thoughts about the truth of Sonic's birthday, Sonic Origins Plus, playable Amy Rose, the news about Spider-Verse crunch, and overall thoughts reacting to the 2023 Sonic Central presentation.
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06 Feb 2024 | Sonic x Shadow Generations?! w/ AARON LONG x ASHLYN ANSTEE | 01:07:46 | |
Ashlyn Anstee returns with star animator friend Aaron Long (Bojack Horseman; Tuca & Bertie) - and they join Grant, Smoovies, and David to react to the announcement of Sonic x Shadow Generations, and then take an extended detour in '90s nostalgia with some discussion of Archie Sonic. They also talk about Sonic OVA Reanimated 'Sonic Rebuilt' which you can view at that link. And speaking of links...
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25 Feb 2024 | The Beatles & Sonic the Hedgehog | 00:53:22 | |
This week, we discuss Penny’s Big Breakaway, Bentley Jones, Maria Robotnik's actress for Sonic Movie 3, the Sonic games on Gamecube, and the book Sonic the Hedgehog and The Beatles by David Childers.
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07 Sep 2024 | Sega Dreamcast at 25 w/ MICHAEL STEARNS | 01:48:49 | |
We mostly focus on Sega's launch line-up for the Dreamcast on that fateful day of September 9th, 1999, which was one of the biggest console launches in history, up until that point, arguably, supposedly. Listen, we all love the Dreamcast, including our returning guest Michael Stearns, but are we blinded by orange spiraled nostalgia? Find out!
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10 Feb 2024 | SAM LOGAN on Triple Trouble 16-Bit + Sonic Dream Team + Rollin' Rascal + Knuckles Trailer | 00:55:09 | |
Cartoonist Sam Logan reacts to the Knuckles trailer and talks about the new Rollin' Rascal demo, the 16-Bit Triple Trouble fan game, and Sonic Dream Team with the usual cast of Grant, Smoovies, Bo, and David the Lurker. Can you believe it's been one full year of Sonic Weekly?!?!?
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11 Aug 2024 | Frontiers vs Superstars | 01:00:25 | |
Now that some time has passed, Team Sonic Weekly must ask themselves — which holds up better thus far, Sonic Frontiers or Sonic Superstars? Plus, David's got a nuclear hot take in response to a listener question from the mailbag. If you enjoy the show, consider donating to our Kofi and receive a custom gift from us!
Special thanks to Jack of Old Games for this week's edit AND the video capture. | |||
22 Jul 2023 | Sonic R U Kidding?? w/ JANDÊ SAAVEDRA FARIAS + MICHAEL STEARNS | 01:17:23 | |
David & Grant are joined by game developers Jandê Saavedra Farias and Michael Stearns for a discussion of the 1997 racing game, Sonic R.
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26 Aug 2024 | FRANK GIBSON loves 8-bit Sonic + We Review Shadow's Doom Powers | 01:11:21 | |
Writer Frank Gibson joins us and, despite some audio issues, takes us on a journey of SEGA from the Master System to the Dreamcast. We also review Shadow's Doom Powers reveal trailer! If you enjoy the show, consider donating to our Kofi and receive a custom gift from us!
Special thanks to Jack of Old Games for this week's edit and, as always, the video capture. PS: If you'd like to see the Mean Machines Sega Sonic 2 preview discussed in the episode, the VHS is uploaded here! Thanks big_smile! | |||
08 Mar 2023 | What's the best first Zone? | 00:39:40 | |
Which opening stage is the best in the Sonic series? You've got Green Hill, Palmtree Panic, Emerald Hill, Angel Island, Emerald Coast, City Escape, Seaside Hill, Wave Ocean, Windmill Isle, Tropical Resort, Windy Hill, and who could forget... 1-1. Which one do you think is best? Email us: sonicweeklypodcast@gmail.com! | |||
18 Nov 2024 | Dreaming of an Absolution w/ JACK OF OLD GAMES | 01:10:59 | |
Jack of Old Games returns to the show on a week without Bo, and together with David & Grant, the trio discuss the possibility of a Sonic 06 remake and various other topics.
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10 May 2023 | Ranking the Sonic TV Shows | 00:48:59 | |
Adventures of Sonic the Hedgehog, Sonic the Hedgehog, Sonic Underground, Sonic X, Sonic Boom, Sonic Prime — that's the chronological order. What about from best to worst? We sort it out! | |||
10 Dec 2023 | Episodes We Should Do + Sonic Dream Team | 01:15:32 | |
Grantpa, David the Lurker, and Smoovies offer some initial reactions to Sonic Dream Team, The Game Awards, and the big SEGA announcement. Plus we reach into the listener mailbag for some additional prompts to discuss a certain fan favorite Wii game. | |||
14 Jan 2024 | CYBERSHELL + KEITH STACK | 01:18:14 | |
Whoa! Keith Stack arranges for a meeting of the Sonic minds - Cybershell and David the Lurker, in a wide-ranging conversation about Sonic origins, and Sonic now. Also on hand are Grant and Bo, checking in on a light Sonic news week and another busy week for Saturn fans.
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03 Jun 2024 | Growing Up at SoA Test w/ BOBBY AMIRKHANIAN | 00:55:32 | |
This week, we're joined by a new friend, Bobby Amirkhanian, who spent his earliest years on the ground floor of Sega of America's internal testing division, playing games like NFL 2K before the rest of us. We hear those tales told, and also spend some time goofing on the news of the week - namely, the (false) story about Shadow's secret f-bombs. For more, check out the FTCR interview with Jason Griffith from 2016.
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06 May 2024 | Sonic Fan Games w/ RYAN LANGLEY + Knuckles Review, pt. 1 | 01:39:55 | |
Rlan joins the fellas to reflect on a lifetime of Sonic the Hedgehog and how the blue guy inspired projects that led to a career in game development. Then, we talk about the first four episodes of Knuckles on Paramount!
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25 Mar 2024 | What's the COOLEST Console? | 00:57:13 | |
Super Nintendo, Sega Genesis // When I was dead broke, man, I couldn't picture this... Well, what IS the coolest console? Is it the Nintendo Switch or GameCube? Or the Sega Saturn or Dreamcast? Maybe it's the Atari Jaguar or the Sony PlayStation 3? This week is about dusting off the old plastic hardware for a refreshed look at our favorites. (FYI - this episode was recorded before Sonic Toys Party leaked over the weekend)
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16 Jun 2023 | ED SKUDDER on making The Super Mario Bros. Movie! + ASHLYN ANSTEE | 00:52:49 | |
Ed Skudder is the Head of Story for The Super Mario Bros. Movie, and is also a longtime dear friend of Ashlyn, who is married to Grant, who hosts the podcast with David, and it's all for the benefit of you — the dear listener cool and tuned in enough to know about this show and this super exclusive interview! Learn about Hollywood blockbuster moviemaking, learn about working with Nintendo, learn about how those long tracking shots in the movie came to be, and more. It's also just a chill hang, as usual.
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08 Mar 2024 | Gotta Go Fast Food + Sonic Heroes | 00:52:57 | |
Grant's been playing Sonic Heroes and wants to talk about it, despite not having finished it. Bo has a surprising story about Ronald McDonald at a marathon. David becomes preoccupied with fast food toys.
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28 Oct 2024 | Sonic x Shadow Generations Review, pt. 1 | 01:06:13 | |
It's finally here! Recorded the day before the official launch of Sonic x Shadow Generations but a few days after its early release, the boys discuss their initial thoughts about Sonic Team's latest game. Is the episode full of fanboy gushing? Or are there spicy hot takes to be had? Listen and learn, friend!
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12 Sep 2023 | September Anniversaries of Sonic the Hedgehog | 00:53:23 | |
30 years ago this month, Adventures of Sonic the Hedgehog and Sonic the Hedgehog (SatAM) both premiered in September 1993. "It's interesting" to think about how unique of a situation this is for any cartoon character!
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14 Mar 2023 | Super Nintendo World + Super Mario Bros. | 00:40:16 | |
Fresh from a recent trip to Universal Studios Hollywood, Grant is fully feeling the Mario Mania, and so together with David & Bo, the three reflect on their histories with the Super Mario Bros. franchise. Also, Bo updates us on Yuji Naka's legal situation and David gives a hard pitch for the Switch. Email us: sonicweeklypodcast@gmail.com. | |||
02 Nov 2024 | MATT BRALY x SAM LOGAN (Sonic x Shadow Generations Review, pt. 2) | 01:18:26 | |
Our friends, animator/creator Matt Braly and cartoonist/creator Sam Logan, join the show to discuss their thoughts on Sonic x Shadow Generations, with a deeper dive into the new lore! Ohhhhhhh, folks!
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15 Jun 2024 | Dragon Ball w/ DANI FERNANDEZ | 01:09:09 | |
Actress, writer, and Dragon Ball superfan Dani Fernandez (Disney's Wreck-It Ralph 2) joins Grant & David to talk about the overlapping Venn diagram between their favorite franchises.
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05 Mar 2024 | Sonic Prime Time, pt.2 w/ SANGO | 01:04:39 | |
Our pal Sango returns to summarize final thoughts on Sonic Prime for Netflix. Along the way, we cover the rumor about a Sonic Fall Guys game, Tokimeki Memorial: Forever with You (Psyth and Twin Bee time attack - Konami vertical shooters), and the Aqua Bats. You can hear more of David's thoughts on Sonic Prime at FTCR with the link here.
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30 Dec 2023 | Year in Review 2023 | 00:30:44 | |
The fellas gather again for one last episode of the year to reflect on all of the Sonic things that happened over the past twelve months, and look ahead to 2024.
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03 May 2023 | Sonic Frontiers: ~6 Months Later... | 00:44:37 | |
Sonic Frontiers released in November, and now it is May. We reflect on the Open Zone game and the first wave of DLC, and we also respond to some Listener Mail. If you would like to join our discord, send us an email at sonicweeklypodcast@gmail.com for a link. | |||
07 Oct 2023 | Sonic Frontiers Update 3 + Sonic Symphony LA | 01:00:40 | |
Grantpa, David the Lurker, Bo, and Smoovies react to the Final Horizon, aka Another Story, aka the third and final DLC update for Sonic Frontiers. Plus, Bo & Grant share their experience of meeting IRL for the Sonic Symphony in Los Angeles.
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04 Jan 2025 | Mad Libs for Sonic Movie 3 w/ BARRY THE NOMAD | 01:06:32 | |
Barry the Nomad returns to the program to share his thoughts about the new movie, and play Mad Libs with us.
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08 Jul 2023 | Ancient Lore w/ SMOOVIES | 00:55:56 | |
Our pal Smoovies from FTCR joins David & Grant to talk about Yuji Naka's legal situation, the Spin Dash in Sonic Frontiers, and a deep dive into the pre-Sonic history of the Sonicverse.
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05 Apr 2023 | MATT BRALY + SAM LOGAN on Sonic Lore | 00:53:52 | |
Cartoon storytellers Matt Braly (Disney's Amphibia) and Sam Logan (Sam & Fuzzy) join in to talk about their perspective on Sonic storytelling. Email us sonicweeklypodcast@gmail.com! | |||
22 Mar 2023 | Mario v Sonic: Dawn of Just Us Talking | 00:38:03 | |
Mario Mania continues! We reminisce about the initial crossovers between the two franchises, and generally observe how much better Mario is than Sonic in virtually every way. Email us at sonicweeklypodcast@gmail.com. | |||
01 Apr 2024 | KEITH STACK is back on Sonic '06 | 01:05:47 | |
Keith Stack returns to the program for some zaniness and to talk about his quest to 100% complete Sonic the Hedgehog (2006).
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18 Dec 2023 | Classic Shadow? + Sonic 2 Lost Stages | 01:00:25 | |
The four fellas are back together for what will have to be the holiday episode, with a bunch of Sonic news to cover. Will Shadow appear in Classic games after all? Did we finish Sonic Dream Team yet, and is it indeed the best Sonic game of the year? And how about that new video on Sonic 2's development? Plus, Bo continues his journey of modifying Sonic Team's Saturn games — be sure to follow his Substack here! We also respond to more mailbag prompts — please send us more by emailing sonicweeklypodcast@gmail.com!
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17 Aug 2024 | Olympic Fortunes & Good Bosses | 01:01:46 | |
This week— Team Sonic Weekly at the Olympic games; headcanons and fortune cards; should we just give up on Sonic multiplayer; Sega's Happy Days universe; and a conversation about the theoretical "good bosses" (do they exist?). If you enjoy the show, consider donating to our Kofi and receive a custom gift from us!
Special thanks to Jack of Old Games for the video capture. | |||
15 Jul 2023 | Ranking the Sonic Villains | 01:11:41 | |
David & Grant talk about the baddies in the real world, and the evil-doers of Sonic's World.
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15 Dec 2024 | Sonic Racing CrossWorlds?!? + Worst Zones | 01:19:57 | |
Recorded during the broadcast of The Game Awards, David & Grant welcome Bo back and get updated on the Rings of Saturn. Then, it's time to catch up on Sonic 3 Movie Marketing and a mailbag prompt that covers the entire game canon. And somewhere in there, we're taken by surprise by the new game announcement!
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04 Aug 2024 | The Lara-Su Chronicles w/ FTCR | 00:59:57 | |
We're back! Season 3 begins with a crossover episode with our friends over at FTCR to discuss the new Ken Penders graphic novel. If you enjoy the show, consider donating to our Kofi and receive a custom gift from us!
Special thanks to Jack of Old Games for video capture. | |||
19 Oct 2024 | GEOFFREY GOLDEN is a Narrative Designer & Game Writer | 01:13:10 | |
This week, we're joined by Geoffrey Golden to learn about what it's like designing the narratives of and writing for video games. As usual, we find ourselves taking detours to Archie Comics lore along the way, and there's some additional surprises too. Enjoy!
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21 Apr 2024 | Keanu Reeves + The Sonic Fandom w/ MYKONOS FAN | 01:01:23 | |
This week, MykonosFan from FTCR joins in along with the full cast. We get into the announcement of Shadow the Hedgehog's voice actor, and then reflect on our years in the fan community.
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05 Dec 2023 | Countdowns w/ KEITH STACK | 01:08:16 | |
Artist Keith Stack joins in for a wide-ranging conversation about Sonic the Hedgehog — we rate the Badniks in Superstars, we discuss Yuji Naka's inspiration on Suika Game, and we count down 'til Sonic Dream Team on Apple Arcade (this episode was originally recorded November 30).
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28 Sep 2024 | Sonic Central x Shadow Dark Beginnings | 01:20:24 | |
Bo, David, and Grant react to Sonic x Shadow Dark Beginnings Part 1, Sonic Central 2024, and share some memories from Sonic Symphony LA (again!)
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08 Apr 2024 | Sega Saturn's Solar Eclipse + Oops! All Sonic News | 00:51:49 | |
This week, Bo holds down the fort with Smoovies and David the Lurker while Grant is off guesting on the Get Played! podcast. We get into cheat codes revealed for Solar Eclipse (the Sega Saturn game, of course) and what games we’d like to see on a Sega Saturn Mini, plus a look at Sega’s April Fools posts. We also cover IHOP Amy and the IHOP Sonic event. Lastly: is this The Year of Shadow?
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22 Apr 2023 | MICHAEL STEARNS talks Sonic's Family | 00:42:58 | |
Game developer Michael Stearns (Tiny Barbarian) joins us for a chaotic chat about Sonic's family members. Email us: sonicweeklypodcast@gmail.com. | |||
26 Aug 2023 | Sonic Adventure re-release? + Superstars/Frontiers trailers | 01:05:46 | |
Week 30! David & Grant react to the new trailers for Sonic Superstars and Sonic Frontiers DLC 3, and consider the possibility of a re-release for Sonic Adventure, whether as a remake or ported in a compilation.
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22 Oct 2023 | Sonic Superstars Review | 01:10:49 | |
The Weeklies (is what what we're going by?) offer rapid reactions and initial feedback after a few days of playing Sonic Superstars. | |||
15 Aug 2023 | Amy Rose & Chao chat w/ LIZA SINGER + ASHLYN ANSTEE | 01:11:18 | |
Artist Liza Singer joins — and Ashlyn Anstee returns — to discuss Amy Rose, the Chao, and the Dreamcast era of Sonic the Hedgehog.
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16 Apr 2023 | The Super Mario Bros. Movie ~VS~ Sonic the Hedgehog 2 | 00:58:03 | |
The boys are candid with their thoughts on The Super Mario Bros. Movie, and can't help but to compare and contrast that with Sonic the Hedgehog 2. Which platformer action game adaptation did it better? To be honest, I don't think we directly answer that question, but we do talk about both movies quite a bit. Send us emails to read on the show: sonicweeklypodcast@gmail.com! Follow us on Twitter: @SonicWeekly | |||
08 Jun 2024 | DANNY BARNES talks IDW Sonic + We React to Shadow Generations | 01:22:59 | |
Daniel "Danny8bit" Barnes wrote "Scrapnik Island," one of our favorite minis in the IDW Sonic the Hedgehog catalog, and now he joins the show to talk about his experience with the character. We recorded most of the show right before Summer Games Fest — but not all of it! So listen for our immediate reactions to the new information about Sonic x Shadow Generations.
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20 Mar 2024 | Angry Birds + SEGABits w/ BARRY THE NOMAD | 01:00:17 | |
Barry the Nomad of SEGABits joins in for a fun conversation on last week's news and some goofy tangents!
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06 Aug 2023 | ABBY DENTON analyzes Sonic themes | 01:18:08 | |
Our hilarious friend Abby Denton shares her unique interpretations of Sonic stories and characters, and we're all better for it. Thanks to Smoovies for the edit — love ya, Smoovies! | |||
25 May 2024 | Let's Talk About Bubsy + Knuckles Review, pt. 3 | 01:06:07 | |
Bo, David, and Grant take a cue from the Sonic Weekly discord to discuss the Sonic mascot platformer clones. They also wrap up their thoughts on the Knuckles series on Paramount. Special thanks to Jack of Old Games for the edit!
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17 Oct 2023 | Sonic Superstars Hype! + The Final Horizon (Part 2) | 00:59:36 | |
(This episode was originally recorded October 12, before the release of Sonic Superstars). Grantpa, David the Lurker, Bo, and Smoovies talk about their excitement for Classic Sonic's return, and delve into the endgame spoilers for Sonic Frontiers: The Final Horizon (aka Update 3).
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18 May 2024 | Smash Bros. w/ SETH ANDERHOLM | 00:57:52 | |
"Pizza cake!" Animator Seth Anderholm (Batman: The Doom That Came To Gotham) pops by for a chat about Super Smash Bros and Sonic's place in that franchise. Bo, David, and Grant also cover the news of the week, too, and talk about the Sonic OVA again.
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12 Jan 2025 | Collections, Character, and Canon w/ RYAN LANGLEY | 01:06:06 | |
Our friend and raconteur Rlan (Sonic the Hedgeblog) returns to chew over a few pressing questions with the gang, like — is Movie Sonic a different character from Game Sonic? Which games are canon? And does it matter?
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06 Jan 2024 | Clockwork Knight + Predictions 2024 | 00:37:56 | |
Year Two of Sonic Weekly kicks off with a Baja 3D Blast, and Bo burning up the retro gaming blogosphere. We talk about the many Rings of Saturn he's spinning, plus David delves into the new old info about Sonic Heroes, and everyone takes another swing at making bold predictions for Sonic in '24.
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05 Oct 2024 | Is Everything Canon? + Shadow Dark Beginnings 2 | 01:00:32 | |
It's the beginning of spooky season, and so Grant, Bo, and David are here to ponder about The Purge in the Sonic universe. They also answer mailbag questions, review the new revelations in Sonic x Shadow Generations: Dark Beginnings Episode 2, and discuss the "new" Garfield Caught in the Act stages from Sega Channel. All that and more!
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28 Mar 2023 | DLC Drama: Sonic Origins + Sonic Frontiers Wave 1 | 00:32:25 | |
We're back to Sonic in a big way. Well, in a decently sized way, anyway. We talk about our varying levels of enthusiasm for the Origins DLC announcement and Wave 1 of Sonic Frontiers. Email us: sonicweeklypodcast@gmail.com | |||
24 Sep 2023 | SAM LOGAN talks Trio of Trouble + Archie Sonic | 01:11:04 | |
Cartoonist Sam Logan (Sam & Fuzzy) recently revisited Archie Comics' Sonic the Hedgehog and shares some new observations. Plus, we talk about the new Trio of Trouble short for Sonic Superstars!
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30 Aug 2024 | Sonic Movie 3 Trailer w/ RYAN LANGLEY | 01:00:03 | |
Bo and David man the fort while Grant is on vacation (though he’s hyped, rest assured), and are joined by Ryan Langley (Sonic the Hedgeblog) to discuss and analyze the new Shadow reveal trailer for Sonic Movie 3! If you enjoy the show, consider donating to our Kofi and receive a custom gift from us!
Special thanks to Bo for the edit and Jack of Old Games for this week's video capture. | |||
18 Sep 2023 | Sonic Chronicles: The Dark Brotherhood w/ JACK OF OLD GAMES | 01:06:13 | |
Jack is back to discuss another of the infamous Sonic games — the only RPG in the series, developed by BioWare at that!
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04 Jun 2023 | In Defense of Secret Rings w/ JACK OF OLD GAMES | 01:04:28 | |
YouTube essayist Jack of Old Games joins for a conversation about the Morio Kishimoto canon of Sonic games, which began with Sonic and the Secret Rings and continues through Sonic Frontiers, and a broader chat about how we think about retro gaming.
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12 Nov 2024 | Our Fortune is Told by ASHLYN ANSTEE | 01:04:09 | |
Animator and author Ashlyn Anstee returns to the show to talk about Shadow the Hedgehog, Chao Gardens, and also to read the fortune for the show's future!
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04 Sep 2023 | The Bo Show + SatAM | 01:00:16 | |
Bo is back, and he catches up with David & Grant — notably, about how Bo spent his paternity leave watching Sonic the Hedgehog (1993), aka SatAM. Thanks to Smoovies for the edit! | |||
14 Oct 2024 | Eggmanland + Shadow Dark Beginnings 3 | 01:07:53 | |
Concluding a long-running storyline, Grant finally completed Sonic Unleashed — with a little help from friends like Bo, that is — and shares thoughts on Eggmanland and the endgame. Then, David the Lurker shares thoughts on the conclusion of Sonic x Shadow Dark Beginnings and overall it's a very good episode, no notes, and definitely no weird ending.
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22 Aug 2023 | SMOOVIES returns! Ancient Lore pt. 2: Babylon | 00:50:03 | |
Our pal Smoovies emerges from behind-the-scenes to hop back on the mic. This week, it's a deep dive into the ancient history of Sonic's World with a focus on the treasures of the Babylonians! | |||
10 Jun 2023 | Sonic Superstars!?! Plus we finally talk Sonic Prime w/ SANGO | 01:15:39 | |
Our buddy Sango joins us for this episode to react to a big Sonic announcement — and also to finally dig into Sonic Prime (season 1) a little more.
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12 Apr 2023 | Sonic Spinball: Nobody's Favorite? | 00:38:42 | |
We take turns defending and attacking Sonic the Hedgehog Spinball for your enjoyment. Email us: sonicweeklypodcast@gmail.com! | |||
29 Jun 2024 | CYBERSHELL talks Sonic the Hedgehog | 01:20:45 | |
Ah yeah, this is happenin'! Cybershell returns to the show for a wide-ranging rambling good time. Fueled by a few listener e-mails from the mailbag, we talk about The Lara-Su Chronicles, Archie Sonic, Fleetway Sonic, Archie NiGHTS, Saturn NiGHTS, and more! Btw, we're taking a few weeks off after this episode, you'll hear from us again in August!
Special thanks to Bo for the edit on this episode. Special thanks to Jack of Old Games for video capture. | |||
14 Apr 2024 | Fearless: Year of Shadow + Sonic & the Black Knight w/ JACK OF OLD GAMES | 01:04:50 | |
Grant returns, Bo burns (rangers), and David yearns (for IHOP). This week, we're joined again by Jack of Old Games to discuss Sonic and the Black Knight, plus the news of the week.
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16 Feb 2023 | ASHLYN ANSTEE loves Sonic '06 | 01:30:40 | |
Animator and author Ashlyn Anstee joins us to talk about her favorite video game in the franchise — Sonic the Hedgehog (2006). Email us: sonicweeklypodcast@gmail.com. | |||
14 May 2023 | JESSICA HALLSTROM is a Sonic mom | 01:04:39 | |
Jessica Hallstrom and Grant became friends when they were both in their 20s in the LA stand-up comedy scene, and now they're in their 30s, but they've never talked in-depth about their mutual affection for Sonic the Hedgehog. Bo and Jessica realize they are each raising a 5-year-old Sonic fan. Meanwhile, David the Lurker lurks with the best quips and zingers of the episode.
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22 Jan 2024 | Sonic 3D Blast w/ JORDAN MORRIS | 00:51:08 | |
Writer and comedian Jordan Morris (Jordan, Jesse, Go!) joins the fellas for a lively look at Sonic 3D Blast (originally released in 1996 for Sega Genesis and then Sega Saturn) and a wide-ranging chat about Sonic initiations and Sonic cults. It's an all-around Sonic Blast (originally released in 1996 for Game Gear)!
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30 Jul 2023 | JON GRAY talks Sonic comics | 01:11:20 | |
Jonathan H. Gray is an artist and writer for IDW's Sonic the Hedgehog and Disney comics (previously Archie's Sonic comics) — and he's a teacher! So we're extremely thrilled Jon "WB" Gray could join us for a freewheeling chat about Sonic's upcoming 900th adventure, "everything is canon," Ian Flynn, Carl Barks, Mickey Mouse, and more!
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02 Oct 2023 | Comedians reboot Sonic w/ ALLEN STRICKLAND WILLIAMS & Friends! | 00:54:31 | |
Allen Strickland Williams headlines a comedy panel with Miles K & Jesse Elias to reinvent Sonic the Hedgehog for a new age.
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30 Jun 2023 | Sonic Frontiers DLC Update 2 | 00:44:18 | |
In addition to discussing the new features in Sonic Frontiers, David & Grant wonder about Dr. Eggman's father, and speculate about alternate timelines in which SEGA was acquired by other gaming publishers.
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18 Feb 2024 | Sonic Movie '94 + Shadow in Superstars DLC | 00:55:22 | |
Grant, Bo, and David discuss their thoughts on the DLC costume of Shadow for Sonic in Superstars; David recaps a treatment for the original version of the Sonic Movie from the '90s; Bo has some exciting Sega Saturn news!
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21 Dec 2024 | TYSON HESSE + PAT CASEY & JOSH MILLER talk Sonic Movie Trilogy | 01:31:33 | |
Co-producer Tyson Hesse and screenwriters Pat Casey & Josh Miller talk with us about crafting the Sonic the Hedgehog movie trilogy. Although we do talk about Sonic 3 (in theaters now), you'll be pleased to know we avoided spoilers, so listen in confidence.
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01 Mar 2023 | Sonic X-Treme: The Rise and Fall | 01:02:27 | |
The canceled killer app for the Sega Saturn, starring Sonic the Hedgehog. How extreme would this game have been, exactly? Well, the other main character was going to be named Tiara Boobowski, so you tell us. By the way, you can email us too: sonicweeklypodcast@gmail.com. Ciao! | |||
28 Apr 2023 | The Knuckles Show is still happening!? | 01:02:46 | |
The fellas speculate about the Knuckles the Echidna television show, based on the information available at the time. This was originally recorded 4/21/23 but I forgot to upload it — sue us at sonicweeklypodcast@gmail.com. | |||
23 Nov 2024 | Sonic Movie 3 Hype w/ BARRY THE NOMAD | 01:23:30 | |
Our friend Barry the Nomad returns to the show to catch up with David & Grant about Sonic x Shadow, and to discuss their anticipation for the upcoming Sonic the Hedgehog 3 film — in theaters December 20!
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28 Apr 2024 | Phantasy Star Online & Knuckles w/ MATT BRALY + Sonic Tierlists w/ ASHLYN ANSTEE | 01:21:27 | |
This week, we're joined by two animators — Matt Braly talks about his love of Phantasy Star Online on the Dreamcast, then Ashlyn Anstee tells us about her preference for 3D Sonic over 2D. Also, everyone spends some time thinking about Knuckles the Echidna, as this episode was recorded right before the Paramount series premiere!
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30 Oct 2023 | Trip's Story & Final Story (Sonic Superstars Review, Part 2) + Bo's Mod | 00:53:54 | |
Lordy, lordy, it's episode 40 (canonically, anyway; there was a bonus episode). Grantpa, Bo, and David the Lurker are sans Smoovies this week to get into the nitty gritty of the second half of Sonic Superstars — the New Game+ known as Trip's Story. We also play the hits of our bits, as usual. BONUS: Check out Bo's mod Oops! All Special Stages for Sonic 3D Blast (Saturn)! | |||
23 Sep 2024 | AARON LONG loves Sonic Unleashed (HD & SD) | 01:13:47 | |
We're joined this week again by our friend Aaron Long (Bojack Horseman; Tuca & Bertie; Sublo and Tangy Mustard) to mostly talk about this week's news, name origins, and various other tangents before eventually arriving to the point of discussing Sonic Unleashed, both the HD and SD versions!
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16 Jun 2023 | Bonus! Big the Cat Stevens | 00:30:03 | |
After recording our interview episode with Ed Skudder, Grant & David thought we'd create a quick bonus episode to address the big Sonic news of the week — the reveal of Sonic Superstars DLC, and the additional cast information for the Knuckles series coming to Paramount+ later this year.
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28 Jan 2024 | Sonic "Gab Bag" | 00:57:21 | |
The four fellas pull out a grab bag of assorted random Sonic topics — introducing the Sonic Gab Bag! This is a rambly, freewheeling episode where the detours are the destination. Tell us what topics should be in the next Gab Bag by emailing us: sonicweeklypodcast@gmail.com!
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17 Nov 2023 | Sonic Podcast Adventure w/ KRIS DOBBINS & SEAN AITCHISON | 01:10:02 | |
Kris Dobbins & Sean Aitchison are the hosts of Sonic Podcast Adventure and join Grantpa, Bo, and David the Lurker for a crossover episode!
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27 May 2023 | PAT CASEY on Mortal Kombat (1995) | 01:15:54 | |
🎶 Mortal Kompaaaat! 🎶 Pat Casey (co-screenwriter of the Sonic the Hedgehog trilogy, Violent Night, and more) joins Grant, Bo, and David for a conversation about making movies based on video games with a close look at the first high-water mark for the video game adaptation, Mortal Kombat.
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30 Dec 2024 | Sonic Movie 3 Review w/ JANDÊ SAAVEDRA FARIAS + Holiday Revue 2024 | 01:27:20 | |
Game developer Jandê Saavedra Farias calls in from Brazil to share his thoughts about Sonic Movie 3... but first, we put the Year of Shadow & Knuckles in review with Grant, Bo, and David, plus an extra dose of Smoovies.
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22 Feb 2023 | Sonic CD: Teleportation, Yeah...? | 01:23:11 | |
The boys ramble about Sonic the Hedgehog Compact Disc (1993). What do you think we talk about? Do you think we bring up the US soundtrack vs Japanese/EU soundtrack debate? The opening animatic? The auteurship of director Naoto Ohshima? The various versions of the game and the evolution of the fandom's opinion on it? Good Future? Bad Future! Teleportation jaguar, yeah! | |||
24 Jun 2024 | Happy Birthday, Garfield! w/ JOEY CLIFT | 01:19:27 | |
Comedian Joey Clift loves Garfield to a degree that is not dissimilar to the way we love Sonic the Hedgehog, and since the two characters have crossed over before, why not spend an episode chatting about Garfield? This is a fun one! Extra special thanks to Jack of Old Games for the edit!
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