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Everything Is Final Fantasy

Drew Creasman
Final Fantasy VIII
Final Fantasy
Rinoa
Nobuo Uematsu
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
Squall Leonhart
Final Fantasy IX
Squall
Final Fantasy VII
Final Fantasy Tactics
Hironobu Sakaguchi
Kingdom Hearts
Lord Of the Rings
Music Composition
Star Wars
Final Fantasy X
Studio Ghibli
Cypher
Final Fantasy XVI
Balamb Garden

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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We dive into Mario, Pokémon, He-Man/She-Ra, Gundam, Evangelion, Power Rangers, and the enduring popularity of Fullmetal Alchemist and the Animaniacs.

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 bac... more

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.

Ryan guides us through some history of marches, including classic John Philip Sousa. We then listen to Rufus Welcoming Ceremony from FF7, The Rebel Army from FF2, & The Red Wings from FF4. Plus, we dive into three mystery marches from across the Fina... more

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Ryan Laney
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Episode: Phoenix Downbeat #14: Snow & Ice Music of Final Fantasy
Peter Broderick
Musician behind The White Mages project, Ode to Final Fantasy
The White Mages / EraseTapes
Episode: White Mages - Ode to Final Fantasy: Peter Broderick (Musician) Interview
Moira Breacnac
Performer known for Celtic arrangements of video game music.
Episode: Phoenix Downbeat #8: Overworlds 4 | 5 | 6
Austin Lee Matthews
Voice actor known for roles in various games and series including Roche in Final Fantasy VII Remake and Po in Kung Fu Panda
Episode: Austin Lee Matthews on FFVII Remake & Megaton Girl

Hosts

Drew Creasman
Host of the show; co-host; primary presenter with Ira; recurring focus on Final Fantasy analysis and related media.
Ira Creasman
Co-host; frequent collaborator with Drew; leads analytical and interpretive discussions on Final Fantasy themes, politics, and culture.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 103 ratings
  • Absolutely lovely

    I tuned into their FF7 intro episode and it actually floored me. These guys are fantastic, what they presented was perfect to me. There’s too much to comment on, but I came back to it, shared it with friends. Decided to look for more.

    I then listened to the FF9 episode, I think the second of that series and again. It was phenomenal. It turned into what is often a long and tiresome after work drive into total joy. I was smiling the whole time.

    So, I’m sold. I just started episode 1 here on App... more

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    5
    Frydrysek Yoga
    Canada3 months ago
  • 8 is the best one.

    Great show so far. Just found it recently, starting from the beginning and working through it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    zerocool62
    United States9 months ago
  • Great show for any FF fan!

    I just discovered this podcast while searching for content about FFV. I love this show already! The stories and characters are broken down and analyzed in a really thoughtful manner, and they’re able to link them to other forms of media that I never thought of. If you love FF, definitely give this podcast a listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    fantasyshadow
    United States10 months ago
  • Guy Speak Beaver/Drew and Ira Speak Podcast

    Found the twitter account for this podcast a couple of weeks ago and now I'm writing an apple review to show some love and support. If that doesn't tell you how good this show is, I dare say nothing will. Give it a listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    basketcase_426
    United States3 years ago
  • Intelligent Analyses

    Too many podcasts suffer from negativity and shallow insights. Not so for Drew and Ira - FF Weekly gives fantastic insight into the stories, themes, characters, and politics of the various Final Fantasy games while showing appreciation for every aspect from the art to the music, the gameplay to the design, and everything in between. With backgrounds in philosophy and literature respectively, these two brothers do it like nobody else and you really need to check them out.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brad51
    United States3 years ago

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Great blend of philosophy, culture, and game lore; highly engaging for FF fans and newcomers alike.
Two brothers bring rigorous, well-reasoned takes with clear passion for FF.
Thoughtful, deep analyses that respect the source material and fans alike.

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White Mages - Ode to Final Fantasy: Peter Broderick (Musician) Interview
Q: How do you come up with an album of 12 tracks from the Final Fantasy soundtrack, and what determines the selection?
The host asks about the curation process, and Peter explains that the choices stem from pieces that jumped out emotionally while playing and those that resonated with a broader theme, aiming for a cohesive journey rather than just personal favorites.
Phoenix Downbeat #3: To Zanarkand (FFX)
Q: If you had to say one word on the theme of Final Fantasy X, what would you say that theme is?
Drew suggests "love perseveres" while Ira presents a darker view with "corruption persists." Ryan offers "hope" as the overarching theme.
Final Fantasy AMA: The Awkward Teen Years
Q: Which mainline Final Fantasy game do you consider to be the worst and what flaws caused that choice?
The host chooses Final Fantasy II as the weakest mainline game due to its gameplay systems not being well implemented and a lack of depth in characters and story.
Final Fantasy AMA: The Awkward Teen Years
Q: Which Final Fantasy game has had the most impact on your worldview?
Final Fantasy X had a profound impact on the host as it offered significant insights into spirituality and personal beliefs during a formative time in his life.
Final Fantasy AMA: The Awkward Teen Years
Q: How do you evaluate how Square Enix has done with the Final Fantasy franchise post the departure of series creator Hironobu Sakaguchi?
The host views this era as the 'awkward teen years' of the franchise, acknowledging the unique challenges and creative shifts that have occurred since Sakaguchi's departure. He believes that while the games made during this time are good to great, they've necessarily lost some elements of their original identity due to the leadership change.

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What is Everything Is Final Fantasy about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two brothers dive deep into the Final Fantasy multiverse, unpacking themes, philosophy, social commentary, and character arcs across games, music, art, and gameplay. Episodes combine rigorous analysis with accessible banter, often tying FF narratives to wider cultural conversations while highlighting design decisions, lore threads, and cross-media influences. The show's distinctive voice comes from the twin lens of philosophy and fandom, a patient, thoughtful approach to complex material, and a strong sense of community-building around fans and discourse about the series.

Listeners are typically long-time FF fans and curious newcomers who enjoy thoughtful, theory-driven conversations that illuminate both classic titles and newer entries, w... more

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