The Zelda Cast

ZI Podcast Ep. 018: Music in Breath of the Wild & Innovating Gaming

ZI Podcast Ep. 017: NX Rumors and How It Should Be Unveiled

ZI Podcast Ep. 016: Saying Farewell to the Wii U & Airing Some NX Frustration

I have made a triumphant return to the podcast after a one week hiatus to talk about the lasting legacy of the Wii U and why I am so frustrated with Nintendo's handling (or lack of handling) the NX information train. Our usual cohost Alfred is in the house as well as we are also joined by a brand new staff member at Zelda Informer, Daniel, along with Macintyre from Macintyre Productions. There is some audio flubs with Macintyre's stuff, though I did my best to make it understandable. The first 1...

ZI Podcast Ep. 015 Does Breath of the Wild Mark the End of Linear Zelda Games?

This week I take my first "break" from the podcast as Alfred takes the reigns with an absolutely stellar cast, including our Managing Editor Darrin. The special guests this week include NintenDaan and Macintyre Productions . We do not have a video version this week due to me taking a week off, but our audio version is fully loaded and edited in full by Alfred (for those unaware, I typically handle all the editing for all versions of the podcast). We briefly touch base on some of the Nintendo Dir...

ZI Podcast Ep. 014: NX Rumor Fest & is Nintendo at Fault for Zelda CD-i?

We're back talking about NX rumors, but also possibly the most important conversation we've ever had about Zelda CD-i (to be fair, we don't really talk about that trilogy of games much in the first place). Why do we talk about them this week? Well, Nintendo could have shut those bad boys down if they wanted to . Of course, the previous week didn't go without an NX rumor or two . As always, you can submit your fan topics and other such on-goings to podcast@zeldainformer.com...

ZI Podcast Ep. 013: How Breath of the Wild is Revolutionizing Story Telling

This week on the ZI Podcast we dive deep into all of your burning topic suggestions. We had a huge swath of topic ideas from all over our fan base and we wanted to make sure we covered as many of them as we could. However, one particular topic about dungeons in Breath of the Wild ended up spinning off into one of the most interesting discussions we've ever had on the podcast about that game... how story will be presented in a world through a method few if any games have ever even attempted to do...

ZI Podcast Ep. 012: Is Breath of the Wild Too Scary for Darkness?

This week's audio podcast is back in the spotlight, as issues with our video version's audio has lead to a return to our audio version taking front and center. Of course, you can still watch our video version - just don't be surprised when the audio one is more in sync and contains an extra 10 minutes of content. Yeah, that's exactly why this is the version being featured this week! No worries, I'll be fixing the issues moving forward, but let's get right into this week's worth of podcast goodne...

ZI Podcast Ep. 011: Zelda & Metroid's 30th, Shutting Down Fan Projects

This week we cover some rather series topics, including some much beloved anniversaries for both Zelda and Metroid, Nintendo's take down of fan projects , and a slew of fan questions pertaining to some interesting Zelda lore. We have a jam packed podcast this week despite the fact that it's just the hosts this week. No special guests, no other staff members from Zelda Informer, this week is all Alfred and Nate going head to head debating about this week's greatest news. You can always submit you...

Zi Podcast Ep. 010: The Importance of Art Styles & The Future of Zelda

On this week's episode of the Zelda Informer Podcast we discuss the premise for Breath of the Wild , the role art style plays in the series, and offer speculation on where exactly the Zelda series is heading after Breath of the Wild . We are joined this week by your usual hosts and a special guest, the hype man himself, HMK. If you have any questions, theme song submissions, or just want to get in contact with anyone on the podcast, just shoot an email to podcast@zeldainformer.com....

ZI Podcast Ep. 009: NX Leaks Galore & Breath of the Wild DLC

This week on the Zelda Informer Podcast, Alfred makes a triumphant return to his co-hosting duties as our resident comic artist, Trey, and super fan Mason make appearances to discuss some unexpected NX leaks . With the NX leaks taking up a majority of the first half of the podcast, I wanted to reminded everyone of a rather amazing (and sad) story a fan shared with us and allowed us to share with all of you about how Nintendo is keeping a lost brother with someone special while playing Breath of ...

ZI Podcast Ep. 008: Thoughts on Breath of the Wild's Delays & NES Mini

This week's episode of the Zelda Informer Podcast is a bit of an odd one, as we had to call upon our fan base at the last moment to step up and create a worthwhile podcast. This is why some of the audio and possibly video quality... isn't exactly top notch, but who can blame them? They were brave enough to answer the call and we at Zelda Informer are enternally grateful. Is it possible we have some of the best fans on the internet? This week we talk about all the hubbub around why Breath of the ...

ZI Podcast Ep. 007: What Makes a Great Zelda Boss Fight & Pokemon GO

We're in the middle of July 2016, releasing our first podcast episode in a post Pokemon Go world. The game/app/phenomenon that has taken over the world can't even escape our podcast crew, but long before we talk about the sheer impact of a rather simplistic title, we get into a rather interesting debate about what makes a great boss fight in the Zelda series. Later on we talk about some fan topics that deal with speculation around the next great Zelda game, Breath of the Wild. There are a few ot...

ZI Podcast Ep. 006: Leaked Hyrule Warriors DLC, Zelda in a Rut, & More Multiplayer

We're finally almost back to our regular schedule, though before we can get directly into the topics this week we do have a little score to settle in terms of our somewhat controversial tie in our E3 betting results. So we settle the score right off the bat with what I personally would describe as a come from behind, totally unexpected, victory. After those shenanigans we get back into our regular format. This week we talk about the leaked Hyrule Warriors DLC , Nintendo admitting that Zelda is i...

ZI Podcast Ep. 005: Zelda Series Gender Debate Put to Rest & E3 Bets Results

This weeks podcast features yours truly, with our regular co-host Alfred back in his usual spot as a ZI Podcast first timer joins us. This weeks podcast finally gets to put to rest the seemingly endless gender debate, thanks in large part to Mr. Shigeru Miyamoto . Speaking from a very personal level with this, I am glad that this will be the last time this topic comes up on Zelda Informer. We also finally learn about and discuss the causes behind delays in Zelda game release dates . We had some ...

ZI Podcast Ep. 004: Breath of the Wild & NX Speculation

We've arrived at our first episode of the Zelda Informer Podcast after the whirlwind of information that hit us during E3 2016. There is a lot to go over, but before I get into what we cover this week I wanted to note that we do not talk about our E3 bets in this episode due to Alfred having internet issues and quite honestly due to my life being so busy I have not been able to compile the results just yet. That being said it's no surprise we're talking about Breath of the Wild and you honestly ...

ZI Podcast Ep. 003: E3 Demo Impressions of Breath of the Wild

Hey everyone and welcome to yet another special edition of the podcast, this time featuring three very special guests along with our host, Nathanial Rumphol-Janc, as we detail out our initial gameplay impressions of The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. Those guests include Rod (Senior Editor for Zelda Informer), Zion (Former Zelda Informer Writer), and Eric (Best friend of Nathanial & behind the scenes helper). This is a unique bunch as it features three Zelda veterans... but also one pe...

ZI Podcast Ep. 2.2: E3 Betting Special 2016

Our first ever betting special has arrived, with Alfred facing off against our podcast host, Nate. This special was in the original episode of episode 2 of our podcast, but it has been separated out for those who wish to refer back to our bets throughout E3.

ZI Podcast Ep. 2.1: Bonus Talk About Press Conferences

This is a bonus conversation due to all the E3 hype. We go through each conference and talk about what we're looking forward too and dreading about each one.

ZI Podcast Ep. 002: E3 Hype Cast & Betting Special

Our E3 hype podcast has arrived a bit later in the day today than originally planned, but we hope you find the episode worth the wait. In fact, we have a special bonus episode, something we call bonus talk, arriving later this week where we go over all the other press conferences and some thoughts about them. This time though for our main episode this week, it's all about Nintendo, Zelda U/NX, and our first ever betting special. My co-host Alfred and myself go head to head in a betting special t...

ZI Podcast Ep. 001: Zelda U's Demo Shenanigans, a New Era, & Least Liked 3D Zelda Games

Hey everyone and welcome to our first ever episode of the all new Zelda Informer Podcast. In case you missed it, during episode 87 the entirety of the old crew said their goodbyes as they road off into the sunset during their final episode. After a one week break, the podcast has returned and been reborn into something all new and entirely different than what it was before. This week in our first episode we dive into some news surrounding the Zelda U demo both at E3 as well as at Nintendo NY . W...

Episode 87: The End Of An Era, featuring Chris, Colin, Jake, and Caleb

In this heartfelt goodbye of an episode, Adam sends off, for the last time, this quirky weekly scheduled podcast that hardly covers Zelda, but swears it tries. Former members and special guests Caleb and Jake join in for this extra long special. Social Media Links My Twitter My NSFW Twitter Chris' Twitter Colin's Twitter Caleb's Twitter Jake's Twitter My Twitch! Caleb's Twitch Subscribe To Me On YouTube! Colin On YouTube Caleb On YouTube...

Episode 86: The One Where Nintendo Jumps The Shark, Featuring Caleb and Matt!

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Episode 85: The Short Episode Where They Only Address Fan Topics

This Week? Fan Topics. Nothin' but Fan Topics. Social Media Links My Twitter My NSFW Twitter Colin's Twitter My Twitch! Colin On Twitch Subscribe To Me On YouTube! Colin On YouTube...

Episode 84: The One Where Adam And Caleb Talk About Dark Souls For An Hour, Featuring Caleb!

This week, the absurd trio discusses Dark Souls, nothing about Zelda, and pretty much just Dark SoulsSocial Media Links My Twitter My NSFW Twitter Colin's Twitter Caleb's Twitter My Twitch! Subscribe To Me On YouTube! Colin On YouTube News And Related Links http://www.gamespot.com/reviews/star-fox-zero-review/1900-6416412/ http://www.gamespot.com/articles/doom-ps4-vs-xbox-one-multiplayer-beta-performance-/1100-6439015/ http://www.zeldainformer.com/news/aonuma-reflects-on-remastering-twilight-pri...

Episode 83: NX Rumorcast; Colin Condones Rumors, Piracy, and Cusses Out Chameleons

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Episode 82: The One Where Colin Admits His Addiction To Tomadachi Life, featuring Caleb!

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Episode 81: The One That Came Out A Week Late, Colin Plays Skyward Sword, and Why Nintendo Is Going Strong Featuring Caleb and Matt!

This week we talk about Zelda. How abnormal.Social media Links My Twitter My NSFW Twitter Chris' Twitter Colin's Twitter Caleb's Twitter My Twitch! Matt On Twitter Matt On YouTube Subscribe To Me On YouTube! Colin On YouTube News & Related Links http://www.ign.com/articles/2016/03/23/new-images-from-star-wars-the-force-awakens-deleted-scenes http://www.gamespot.com/articles/dinosaurs-invade-esports-how-ark-is-evolving/1100-6435962/ http://www.gamespot.com/articles/the-division-backpack-bug-i...

Episode 80: The One Where We Talk About Zelda, Lying To Your Children, and Loving Mods, featuring Caleb!

Episode 80: This week our top listener is a six month old, Harrison Ford looks to end his role in another franchise, and Miyamoto confirms one of our worst fears People crying about Universal Windows for no reason. Social media Links My Twitter My NSFW Twitter Chris' Twitter Colin's Twitter Caleb's Twitter My Twitch! Subscribe To Me On YouTube! Colin On YouTube Topics And News Articles http://www.zeldainformer.com/news/gender-neutral-fan-mods-for-twilight-princess-the-minish-cap-and-links-awak S...

Episode 79: Nintendo Direct Reactions, Is The NX A New Gamepad? And Coleco Chameleon Scandals Featuring Matt of ZI Podcast Past!

Nintendo brought new information directly to you, Twilight Princess cleared the air and it’s textures, and Coleco makes headlines with a recent scandal. Featuring Matt, one of the previous hosts of the ZI Podcast! (different iteration entirely)Social media Links My Twitter My NSFW Twitter Chris' Twitter Colin's Twitter My Twitch! Subscribe To Me On YouTube! Colin On YouTube News and Related Topics Pokemon Go Presentation Cancelled Coleco Chameleon Scandal Bear Simulator Dev Calls It Quits Lionhe...

Episode 78: Are These Direct Leaks Real, Better Zelda Bosses, and Gaming Fears

This week Nintendo decides to censor everything, Donald Trump makes Civ 5 Great Again, and Twilight Princess HD continues to prove it’s a remake worth picking up Note: My audio gets significantly better after 15 minutes. Sorry about that! (Microphone issues) Social Media My Twitter twitter.com/abcmilkman My NSFW Twitter twitter.com/thepsuedonympho Colin's Twitter twitter.com/KawlunDram Lyra's Twitter twitter.com/lyrakins Luke's Twitter twitter.com/Scanneddaland My Twitch! (D&D Streams EVERY ...