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Sonic Movie 3 Hype w/ BARRY THE NOMAD23 Nov 202401:23:30

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!

Dreaming of an Absolution w/ JACK OF OLD GAMES18 Nov 202401:10:59

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.

The Secret Origin of Sonic the Hedgehog w/ ERIK BARNES14 Sep 202401:00:40

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.

Sega Dreamcast at 25 w/ MICHAEL STEARNS07 Sep 202401:48:49

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!

Sonic Movie 3 Trailer w/ RYAN LANGLEY30 Aug 202401:00:03

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.

FRANK GIBSON loves 8-bit Sonic + We Review Shadow's Doom Powers26 Aug 202401:11:21

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!

Olympic Fortunes & Good Bosses17 Aug 202401:01:46

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.

Frontiers vs Superstars11 Aug 202401:00:25

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.

The Lara-Su Chronicles w/ FTCR04 Aug 202400:59:57

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.

Season 2 Finale: CYBERSHELL talks Sonic the Hedgehog29 Jun 202401:20:45

In Season 2 Episode 27, 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.

Happy Birthday, Garfield! w/ JOEY CLIFT24 Jun 202401:19:27

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!

Dragon Ball w/ DANI FERNANDEZ15 Jun 202401:09:09

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.

Our Fortune is Told by ASHLYN ANSTEE12 Nov 202401:04:09

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!

DANIEL BARNES talks IDW Sonic + We React to Shadow Generations08 Jun 202401:22:59

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.

Growing Up at SoA Test w/ BOBBY AMIRKHANIAN03 Jun 202400:55:32

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.

Let's Talk About Bubsy + Knuckles Review, pt. 325 May 202401:06:07

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!

Smash Bros. w/ SETH ANDERHOLM18 May 202400:57:52

"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.

Sonic Rumble?! w/ ABBY DENTON + Knuckles Review, pt. 213 May 202401:40:10

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.

Sonic Fan Games w/ RYAN LANGLEY + Knuckles Review, pt. 106 May 202401:39:55

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!

Phantasy Star Online & Knuckles w/ MATT BRALY + Sonic Tierlists w/ ASHLYN ANSTEE28 Apr 202401:21:27

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!

Keanu Reeves + The Sonic Fandom w/ MYKONOS FAN21 Apr 202401:01:23

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.

Fearless: Year of Shadow + Sonic & the Black Knight w/ JACK OF OLD GAMES14 Apr 202401:04:50

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.

Sega Saturn's Solar Eclipse + Oops! All Sonic News08 Apr 202400:51:49

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?

MATT BRALY x SAM LOGAN (Sonic x Shadow Generations Review, pt. 2)02 Nov 202401:18:26

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!

KEITH STACK is back on Sonic '0601 Apr 202401:05:47

Keith Stack returns to the program for some zaniness and to talk about his quest to 100% complete Sonic the Hedgehog (2006).

What's the COOLEST Console?25 Mar 202400:57:13

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)


Angry Birds + SEGABits w/ BARRY THE NOMAD20 Mar 202401:00:17

Barry the Nomad of SEGABits joins in for a fun conversation on last week's news and some goofy tangents!

Gotta Go Fast Food + Sonic Heroes08 Mar 202400:52:57

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.

Sonic Prime Time, pt.2 w/ SANGO05 Mar 202401:04:39

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.

The Beatles & Sonic the Hedgehog25 Feb 202400:53:22

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.

Sonic Movie '94 + Shadow in Superstars DLC18 Feb 202400:55:22

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!


SAM LOGAN on Triple Trouble 16-Bit + Sonic Dream Team + Rollin' Rascal + Knuckles Trailer10 Feb 202400:55:09

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?!?!?

Sonic x Shadow Generations?! w/ AARON LONG x ASHLYN ANSTEE06 Feb 202401:07:46

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...

Sonic "Gab Bag"28 Jan 202400:57:21

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!

Sonic x Shadow Generations Review, pt. 128 Oct 202401:06:13

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!

Sonic 3D Blast w/ JORDAN MORRIS22 Jan 202400:51:08

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)!

CYBERSHELL + KEITH STACK 14 Jan 202401:18:14

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.


Clockwork Knight + Predictions 202406 Jan 202400:37:56

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.

Season 1 Finale: Year in Review 202330 Dec 202300:30:44

In Season 1 Episode 47, 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.

Classic Shadow? + Sonic 2 Lost Stages18 Dec 202301:00:25

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!

  • Oh hey there's a new episode of The Void, too! That's the podcast Grant does about movies with previous guest Jack of All Games and this one is about Batman. What a merry holiday bonus!
Episodes We Should Do + Sonic Dream Team10 Dec 202301:15:32

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.

Countdowns w/ KEITH STACK05 Dec 202301:08:16

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).

Sonic Podcast Adventure w/ KRIS DOBBINS & SEAN AITCHISON17 Nov 202301:10:02

Kris Dobbins & Sean Aitchison are the hosts of Sonic Podcast Adventure and join Grantpa, Bo, and David the Lurker for a crossover episode!

BRODIE REED talks Sonic OVA anime12 Nov 202300:58:02

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!

Sonic Dream Team?!? + Super Mario Bros. Wonder w/ DANIEL BARRON04 Nov 202300:56:05

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).

GEOFFREY GOLDEN is a Narrative Designer & Game Writer19 Oct 202401:13:10

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!

Trip's Story & Final Story (Sonic Superstars Review, Part 2) + Bo's Mod30 Oct 202300:53:54

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)!

Sonic Superstars Review22 Oct 202301:10:49

The Weeklies (is what what we're going by?) offer rapid reactions and initial feedback after a few days of playing Sonic Superstars.

Sonic Superstars Hype! + The Final Horizon (Part 2)17 Oct 202300:59:36

(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).

  • Special thanks to Smoovies for the smooth edit!
Sonic Frontiers Update 3 + Sonic Symphony LA07 Oct 202301:00:40

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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