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The GHZ Podcast

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Kick back under a palmtree, take in the Sega-blue skies, and join us as we chinwag about pop cultures past, present and (possibly) future. We also remain inextricably linked to a certain blue hedgehog, if you're into that sort of thing. Email! ghzpodcast@gmail.com Xwitter! https://twitter.com/GHZpodcast Discord! https://discord.gg/Fbhd5j9nBe
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Episodes

72) Land of Illusion Starring Mickey Mouse

With Nathan giving college football the ol' college try, Lee and Josh have a very British conversation - or, 'a bit of a natter' - about Sega's Walt Disney's Land of Illusion for the Master System which, of course, stars Mickey Mouse, along with some other characters we nearly forget about. In addition, thoughts and feelings are shared re: Sonic Colo(u)rs Ultimate , approx. three years late. Got Spam? Fax us! ghzpodcast@gmail.com !

Dec 09, 20241 hr 8 min

71) SCARE-O-WEEN SPECIAL! ~The Itchy/Tasty Diaries~

Grind your herbs and grab your typewriters as we celebrate the Spooktober Season by replaying the original survival horror experience: Capcom's 1996 smash-hit videogame nasty Resident Evil . Hallo ween-eeded (ugh, sorry) some help with this one, so big shout out to our old pal Bo for stepping in to edit! Thoughts? Feelings? Hatemail? ghzpodcast@gmail.com !

Oct 31, 20241 hr 52 min

70) King Of The Ring, Part II: Of Course I've Erd of Trees

Tonight: the thrilling conclusion to our Elden Ring escapades! Our Far East correspondent Locit reports in to discuss the new(ish) Down Loadable Content Shadow of the Erdtree , described by some as "a pulse-pounding rollercoaster ride of curséd lands, spilled fruits, and twink demigods". Thoughts? Feelings? Hatemail? ghzpodcast@gmail.com !

Oct 19, 20241 hr 10 min

69) King Of The Ring, Part I: It's An Elden Thing, You Wouldn't Understand

Against a timely backdrop of World Cups and loud curries, Lee shares some first impressions on fantasy blockbuster Elden Ring, the "Dark Souls of Zeldas" - or possibly the "Zelda of Dark Soulses", we haven't decided. Either way, we can all agree it's definitely the "Hot Sauce of Videogames" (trademark pending). Next week: the Horse Armor episode... Thoughts? Feelings? Hatemail? ghzpodcast@gmail.com !

Oct 07, 20241 hr 18 min

68) Yakuza Zero One-Oh-One

After years of tireless campaigning, Nathan finally convinces Lee and Josh to play the critically-acclaimed smash hit Sega videogame, Yakuza 0 - the sixth entry in the increasingly popular, and also increasingly bizarre, Like A Dragon series. Substories, shakedowns, secret heat actions... all this and more, as the chaps share their first impressions on Mr. Nagoshi's "not-too-prequelly" prequel. Thoughts? Feelings? Hatemail? ghzpodcast@gmail.com !...

Jun 30, 20241 hr 26 min

67) Nathan's Magical Mystery Topic: "What was the last interesting Sonic game?"

In which Josh and Lee are ambushed by a hitherto unknown Sonic-related debate (which starts at approx. 20 minutes in, by the way, if you value your time more than we do), following some startling revelations about third spaces, responsible drinking, and pudding culture. Tuck in! Thoughts? Feelings? Hatemail? ghzpodcast@gmail.com !

Jun 14, 20241 hr

66) Serving Suggestions

We're back, Dear Listeners - and we hear you! Tonight, we finally get round to extinguishing (some of) your burning questions - and, much like popular video game Sonic CD, it's about time . How do we feel about Mammoth Mogul? What's our perfect chili dog? And when will we record next? Turn on, tune in, find out (probably). Thoughts? Feelings? Hatemail? ghzpodcast@gmail.com !

May 31, 20241 hr 12 min

65) A Christmas Hirokazu

We wish you a Merry Holidays, and a Happy New... Episode?! Our gifts to you, Dear Listeners: medium-strength feelings about Sega's surprise announcements at The Geoff Awards, another "Sonic Speedrun" to get all caught up, and a cosy little chat about our favourite seasonal movies (intentional or otherwise). PARENTAL ADVISORY: contains strong references to Tim Allen.

Dec 31, 20231 hr 42 min

64) Blonic Blooperstars: A Review

With Nathan lost at sea, our GHZ-oldbie pal Locit joins us from lands afar to engage in a pleasant, constructive, and well-reasoned ramble on the eagerly-anticipated Sonic Superstars, released last month to rave reviews (for a given value of "rave"). Additionally, we take a cursory glance at sudden development Sonic Dream Team, and old feuds are reignited along the way. Feel like playing co-op? Come hang out in the Discord! https://discord.gg/Gkh4Kaaatw

Nov 17, 20231 hr 21 min

63) All Work, No PlayStation

Boy, do we (finally) have a show for you, Dear Listeners: animated feature reviews, cool adult PS5 chat, a nippy new segment called The Sonic Speedrun , and also a bit where we talk about a new segment that we might do, but we haven't decided yet. Thrills, chills and spills - but no Sonic Superstars review, that's next month. Probably.

Oct 29, 20231 hr 16 min

62) Hedgehog's Dilemma or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love Superstars

Scandals aplenty at GHZ Heights this month as we chew over the recent Sega of America 1996 document leaks, plus some startling developments in the popular Sonic the Hedgehog videogame series for home consoles. This episode was originally published on the 2nd of August 2023, but decided to re-publish itself under mysterious circumstances. We apologise for the confusion, and for the inevitable AI uprising to come.

Oct 29, 20231 hr 35 min

61) Of Tears and Kingdoms

Suddenly, and also three weeks late (approx.), the GHZ fellas wax lyrical about national anthems, GotG (pronounced "got-GUH") & DADHAT (pronounced "DADHAT"), and current affairs in kingdoms both 'United' and 'of Hyrule'. Additionally, Nathan learns about "pennying a pint", and is disgusted.

Jun 17, 20231 hr 25 min

60) Castle of Illusion Starring Mickey Mouse

Hiatus ? I'm sure you do - we've been gone ages! It's time to spring forth and join the fellas at GHZ HQ once again, as we chat about the 1991 Disney action game (featuring Mickey Mouse), as well as the upcoming Sonic Origins Plus, the legacy of Rockman.exe, and Spider-Man's flagrant disregard for human life.

May 12, 20231 hr 22 min

59) Year in Review 2022

Grant, Josh, and David the Lurker gather around the flames of Iblis to reflect on 2022 — from Sonic the Movie 2, to Sonic Origins, to Sonic Frontiers, to the new Sonic Prime on Netflix (and more besides) — and look ahead to '23. As always, thanks to Bo for the edit! Email us: ghzpodcast@gmail.com

Dec 20, 20221 hr 47 minSeason 3Ep. 4

58) Sonic Adventures w/ ASHLYN ANSTEE

Animator and author Ashlyn Anstee joins the boys to shake things up with some spicy takes about Sonic Adventure, Sonic Adventure 2, Sonic Colors, Sonic Forces, and more. The GHZ Podcast cast for this episode, in speaking order, for those keeping track: Grant, Josh, Bo, Lee, and David the Lurker. As always, thanks to Bo for the edit!

Dec 12, 20221 hr 27 minSeason 3Ep. 3

57) Burning Rangers

Bo leads a discussion about Burning Rangers, the 1998 Sonic Team game for the Sega Saturn, with Michael, Jared (Green Gibbon!), Lee, David the Lurker, and Grant each contributing in their own way. As always, thanks to Bo for the edit! Follow us on Twitter: @ghzpodcast ! We're also on YouTube ! Email us: ghzpodcast@gmail.com

Dec 05, 20221 hr 32 minSeason 3Ep. 2

56) Sonic Frontiers Review Roundtable w/ JON GRAY, MATT BRALY, SAM LOGAN & More!

Our biggest episode yet, featuring Jon Gray , Matt Braly , and Sam Logan — plus Bo and David the Lurker joining Grant, Josh, and Lee! That's right, 8 dudes giving you 'tude about the brand new Sonic the Hedgehog game! As always, thanks to Bo for the edit! Follow us on Twitter: @ghzpodcast ! We're also on YouTube ! Email us: ghzpodcast@gmail.com...

Nov 28, 20222 hr 7 minSeason 3Ep. 1

55) Sonic Frontiers: London EGX Impressions

Josh and Jenny relate their experiences playing Sonic Frontiers hands-on at EGX London. As always, thanks to Bo for the edit! Follow us on Twitter: @ghzpodcast ! We're also on YouTube ! Email us: ghzpodcast@gmail.com

Sep 28, 20221 hr 37 minSeason 2Ep. 28

54) Sonic Frontiers Preview

The fellas share some spicy hot takes about Sonic Frontiers. As always, thanks to Bo for the edit! Follow us on Twitter: @ghzpodcast ! We're also on YouTube ! Email us: ghzpodcast@gmail.com

Sep 21, 20221 hr 27 minSeason 2Ep. 27

53) TYSON HESSE!!

Artist Tyson Hesse joins us to talk about his extraordinary career, from the Boxer Hockey webcomic beginnings to his current work on the Sonic movies, animations, comics, games, and more! As always, thanks to Bo for the edit! Follow us on Twitter: @ghzpodcast ! We're also on YouTube ! Email us: ghzpodcast@gmail.com

Sep 15, 202259 minSeason 2Ep. 26

52) Sonic Underground Song Rankings

We wrap up our Sonic Underground song rankings to determine, once and for all, the very best and very worst of what Sonic Underground had to offer musically. As always, thanks to Bo for the edit! Follow us on Twitter: @ghzpodcast ! We're also on YouTube ! Email us: ghzpodcast@gmail.com

Sep 07, 20221 hr 34 minSeason 2Ep. 25

51) Sonic Frontiers; Knuckles' Chaotix w/ JESSE BETTERIDGE

GHZer Jesse Betteridge ( Zannen, Canada podcast ) joins in for some thoughts about the new Sonic Frontiers leaks, and talks about how the forgotten 32X classic, Knuckles' Chaotix, changed his life forever. As always, thanks to Bo for the edit! Follow us on Twitter: @ghzpodcast ! We're also on YouTube ! Email us: ghzpodcast@gmail.com

Aug 31, 20221 hr 32 minSeason 2Ep. 24

50) That '90s Episode

Our pal Jesse joins us as we chill to the MAX and discuss the decade that birthed Sonic the Hedgehog — the 1990s. As always, thanks to Bo for the edit! Follow us on Twitter: @ghzpodcast ! We're also on YouTube ! Email us: ghzpodcast@gmail.com

Aug 24, 20221 hr 8 minSeason 2Ep. 23

49) Shadow the Hedgehog

Our pal Donald joins the show to try and convert us into liking Shadow the Hedgehog (the character, not the game). Plus, we all Say Something Nice about the Sonic Heroes special stages. As always, thanks to Bo for the edit! Follow us on Twitter: @ghzpodcast ! We're also on YouTube ! Email us: ghzpodcast@gmail.com

Aug 17, 20221 hr 16 minSeason 2Ep. 22

48) The Stories of Sonic

The fellas plot a course to talk about the stories in the Sonic franchise. Plus, more Sonic Underground song rankings! As always, thanks to Bo for the edit! Follow us on Twitter: @ghzpodcast ! We're also on YouTube ! Email us: ghzpodcast@gmail.com

Aug 10, 20221 hr 33 minSeason 2Ep. 21

47) ~Fanfic Masterpiece Theatre~

"Sonic Fights Robotnik" — originally published by SonicFan in 1998 — is performed live by The GHZ Podcast crew plus Abby Denton, Michael, and David the Lurker. As always, thanks to Bo for the edit! Follow us on Twitter: @ghzpodcast ! We're also on YouTube ! Email us: ghzpodcast@gmail.com

Aug 03, 20221 hr 7 minSeason 2Ep. 20

46) Writing Sonic Gamebooks w/ JAMES WALLIS

Game designer James Wallis joins us for a chat about his time writing Sonic the Hedgehog gamebooks and novels in the '90s. Plus, the return of Pop Quiz, Hotshot! As always, thanks to Bo for the edit! Follow us on Twitter: @ghzpodcast ! We're also on YouTube ! Email us: ghzpodcast@gmail.com

Jul 27, 20221 hr 43 minSeason 2Ep. 19

45) Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

Continuing our summer vacation away from Sonic, this week we're joined by Jenny, Josh's IRL girlfriend, to talk TMNT and Shredder's Revenge. Plus, everyone gives some recommendations for things they've been enjoying. As always, thanks to Bo for the edit! Follow us on Twitter: @ghzpodcast ! We're also on YouTube ! Email us: ghzpodcast@gmail.com

Jul 20, 20221 hr 18 minSeason 2Ep. 18

44) NiGHTS Into Dreams...

We're joined by GHZers Green Gibbon! and Locit to discuss the 1996 Sega Saturn classic, NiGHTS. As always, thanks to Bo for the edit! Follow us on Twitter: @ghzpodcast ! We're also on YouTube ! Email us: ghzpodcast@gmail.com

Jul 13, 20221 hr 35 minSeason 2Ep. 17
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