The Giant Sword Podcast
The boys from LHG Cast are here with a new podcast specifically dedicated to the genre that first stole their hearts: JRPGs, or for the uninitiated, Japanese role-playing games. Whether you’re a salty old dungeon crawler or a someone who’s just getting into the scene, the G.S. Podcast is here to provide you with the finest recommendations, breakdowns, and banter about the best (and maybe sometimes worst) JRPGs out there. So, make sure your party is properly equipped, and venture into the GIANT SWORD PODCAST!
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EP.14 Horror & Ivalice
by Ted Mustard
[arve url=”https://youtu.be/JqW45224IZk&feature=youtu.be” autoplay=”yes”] Comes out on 11/1 at 12 Pm In an M. Night Shyamalan-esque twist, horror junkie and ally of the podcast Casey Hollingsworth comes on to talk about the curious lack of RPGs in the horror genre. Then, we get the competitive juices flowing with a rousing JRPG-themed rendition of the Back of […] More
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EP.13 PSX Expectations w/ Ben Moore
by Ted Mustard
[arve url=”https://youtu.be/OGCwoeNeTi4″ autoplay=”yes”] Friend of the podcast Ben Moore returns to prep us for the upcoming PSX conference and catch up on the latest RPG hype. In an emotional and groundbreaking interview, we cover all the hard hitting topics – from our gaming backlog rosters to Los Angeles cuisine to getting kicked in the jewels, […] More
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EP.12 Dragon Quest Greats & 3DS Greats
by Ted Mustard
[arve url=”https://youtu.be/dr-ptS1JIUo” mode=”normal” autoplay=”yes”] On this episode of the GS Podcast, Taylor has some burning thoughts to share on the new Dragon Quest: Builders title that hit shelves recently. In addition, we break down news items and the jam-packed January that awaits JRPG fans. We top it off with a spicy 3DS edition of our […] More
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EP.11 The Backlog Project
by Ted Mustard
[arve url=”https://youtu.be/3kpKuYFnKno” autoplay=”yes”] We had some sound problems this episode, I tried to clean up as best as I could. Sorry about that it will be fixed next episode! After breaking down some interesting news from Square Enix and From Software, Taylor unveils an extremely interesting challenge that he’ll be taking on in 2017. Then, […] More
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EP.10 If We Were Final Fantasy Developers
by Ted Mustard
[arve url=”https://youtu.be/E_b4cY-3BfE” autoplay=”yes”] With the release of Persona 5 in Japan and Trails of Cold Steel 2 worldwide, the GSP boys break down the most recent JRPG releases. as well as the rumors of those to come. Then, at the behest of an awesome listener question, the guys try to determine how FF16 would look […] More
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The Giant Sword Podcast – EP.9 FF8’s Legacy + Mailbag
by Ted Mustard
[youtube id=”r3nZLWabYzs” mode=”normal” autoplay=”yes”] This week on the GS Podcast, Nick probes the guys as to why FF8 is regarded so poorly and whether or not that’s still deserved. Then, in our first full mailbag segment, we address some very cool and meaty listener-submitted questions in excruciating detail (please folks, keep them coming!) So, sharpen […] More
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EP.8 The Top 5 Episode
by Ted Mustard
[youtube id=”xsmsXgbgmlI” mode=”normal” autoplay=”yes”] On this week’s Giant Sword pod, friend of the show Kathleen Abbott joins us to compile countless Top 5’s ranging from greatest vehicles to greatest final fantasy summons. This week ranks highly on the wackiness scale, so be sure you’ve stocked up on potions, and enjoy the podcast! Check us out […] More
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EP.7 Talking People & Games W/ Guest Erin Fitzgerald
by Ted Mustard
[youtube id=”N_SfZjwMZVA” mode=”normal” autoplay=”yes”] Today’s episode is a HOT one! We welcome voice actor Erin Fitzgerald on to the show to discuss her many roles, her love for the craft of acting and also quiz her to see if she can recognize her own characters. The boys go on to discuss the recent resurgence of […] More
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EP.6 Final Fantasy Breakdown w/ Ben Moore
by Ted Mustard
[youtube id=”7hDzxI9qd6s” mode=”normal” autoplay=”yes”] The great Ben Moore joins the Giant Sword podcast again this week to break down the seemingly inevitable FF15 delay and a host of other recent JRPG topics. Then, as we continue our system-by-system JRPG Handbook, we dig into the PS2’s sprawling catalog with Ben. SoundCloud: Check us out on iTunes […] More
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EP.5 Where Would You Live?
by John Pingel
[youtube id=”S79ktN8KFT4″ mode=”normal” autoplay=”yes”] This week on the Giant Sword podcast, our main topic breaks down our dearest and most memorable RPG towns. From timeless background music to diverse and interesting townsfolk, which RPG town sticks out to you the most? Where would you buy real estate?! Additionally, we go over some cool and varied […] More
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EP.4 One Fatal Flaw
by John Pingel
[youtube id=”L5vCpQuTYeI” mode=”normal” autoplay=”yes”] In the fourth installment of the Giant Sword Podcast, Taylor gives us the skinny on Star Ocean 5 and Tokyo Mirage Sessions. Then, for this week’s topic, the guys share some potentially great RPGs that were marred by a single glaring flaw that drove us away. To wrap up, we […] More
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EP.3 Legendary Bosses
by John Pingel
[youtube id=”jUvD04o4MQk” mode=”normal” autoplay=”yes”] In our first guest-less episode of the Giant Sword podcast, we dig into Lunar and Breath of Fire, two classic franchises. Then, we give our takes on one of the age-old questions: what are some of the greatest, most memorable boss encounters of all time? SoundCloud: We are on iTunes! – […] More