We are getting down to it as Mario and Sonic are on a collision course, Pokemon is set to take on Fullmetal Alchemist, Avatar: The Last Airbender will face Cowboy Bebop and TMNT vs. Adventure Time.
Phoenix Downbeat #17: Ascension (FFXVI)
14/06/2026 | 56 mins.
We listen in to a modern Final Fantasy masterpiece, Ascension from FFXVI composed by Masayoshi Soken. Let us hear the tale of his majesty, Prince of the Holy Empire of Sanbreque, and the King of Dragons himself, Dion Lesage, Dominant of Bahamut.
Nerdy Tourney Animation Round 1
12/06/2026 | 38 mins.
We dive into Mario, Pokémon, He-Man/She-Ra, Gundam, Evangelion, Power Rangers, and the enduring popularity of Fullmetal Alchemist and the Animaniacs.
Final Fantasy I-IX: An LGBTQ+ History
05/06/2026 | 14 mins.
The LGBTQ+ representation in the first 9 Final Fantasy games might be a bit subtler but it is nonetheless important. We take a look at some of the earliest characters to diversify the Final Fantasy cast and challenge some social norms, especially back in the 90s.
Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind: Complicated Pacifism
02/06/2026 | 48 mins.
This Studio Ghibli classic carries a powerful message of non-violence but it is also a complicated question when our hero is moved to take a life.
Brothers Ira and Drew Creasman dive DEEP into every game in the Final Fantasy multiverse, focusing on themes, philosophies, social commentaries, and characters as well as music, art, and gameplay.
We are here to celebrate and discuss, not be cynical or hate.
NOTE: There IS material that could be considered political.
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