Shows
Final Fantasy WeeklyFinal Fantasy Tactics: An Introduction
Welcome to Ivalice! We begin our deep dive on Final Fantasy Tactics, a hidden gem in the FF Multiverse and one of the best games of all time.2023-05-2451 minFinal Fantasy WeeklyFinal Fantasy & Plato's Allegory of the CaveWe break down as many Final Fantasy games as we can from the perspective of Plato's Allegory of the Cave with a specific focus on the recurring theme of Twin Worlds. Spoilers ahead as we dive deep into the philosophical pool of most of the series. 2023-05-051h 12
Crashing Game Night PodcastEpisode 221 - Going Around The Diamond With Eric Monacelli & Drew CreasmanOn this episode, Marvel Games' Eric Monacelli and FF Weekly Podcast/Rockies writer Drew Creasman crash game night to give their thoughts on MLB The Show 23 as well as the start of the 2023 MLB season.2023-04-161h 11Final Fantasy WeeklyTop 10 Final Fantasy IntrosDrew ranks and Ira reacts to the Top 10 Final Fantasy Intros of All Time. This was VERY hard to do but also a ton of fun. What makes a great intro? Which one is your favorite?
2023-04-1557 min
Afternoon Drive with Aniello Piro & Cody RoarkWed. Mar. 29: Hour 2 - Drew Creasman on the MLB season, Stroud or Young at #1 Overall?Drew Creasman previewing the Rockies season, Colorado's bullpen a strength, MLB rule changes, youth a reason to be excited, Marquez and Freeland, is this the end for Charlie Blackmon? Backup QBs, Bryce Young or CJ Stroud, Lamar Jackson saga continues2023-03-3045 min
Best of Mile High SportsAfternoon Drive: Drew Creasman on the RockiesDrew Creasman previewing the MLB season, Colorado's bullpen a strength, MLB rule changes, youth a reason to be excited, Marquez and Freeland, is this the end for Charlie Blackmon?2023-03-3017 minFinal Fantasy WeeklyFinal Fantasy VII Review: Impact & LegacyWe give our final thoughts on Final Fantasy VII (for now) trying to review and encapsulate why this game & these characters mean so much to so many.
2023-03-1540 minAfternoon Drive with Aniello Piro & Cody RoarkFri. Mar. 3: Hour 1 - Praising Jokic, Drew Creasman on the RockiesCody's day off, Outlaw calls in to explain his sports fandom, Paul George speaks on Jokic, Bruse Brown and Michael Malone on stat-padding narrative, Drew Creasman on the Rockies, Brendan Rodgers injury, RSN impending extinction, Bud Black knows pitching in Denver, new MLB rules2023-03-0449 minFinal Fantasy WeeklyFinal Fantasy VII Art & Gameplay: Polygons, Materia, & NomuraFFVII introduces us to the Materia system, limit breaks, and a host of mini games. Plus, Tetsuya Nomura makes his mark on the franchise, designing some of the most famous characters in video game history.2023-01-2752 minAfternoon Drive with Aniello Piro & Cody RoarkTue. Jan. 24: Hour 1 - Drew Creasman on Todd Helton and the HOF, Eli AppleNuggets look to bounce back in New Orleans, Todd Helton misses Hall of Fame, Drew Creasman with an immediate reaction to Todd Helton not making the HOF this year, factors voters consider when evaluating Rockies, Todd Helton is Mr. Rocky, 2023 Colorado Rockies, Eli Apple and Damar Hamlin conspiracies2023-01-2553 min
Best of Mile High SportsAfternoon Drive: Drew Creasman on Todd HeltonDrew Creasman with an immediate reaction to Todd Helton not making the HOF this year, factors voters consider when evaluating Rockies, Todd Helton is Mr. Rocky, 2023 Colorado Rockies2023-01-2519 minFinal Fantasy WeeklyFinal Fantasy VII OST: Top 20We count down Drew's picks for the Top 20 pieces of music on Nobuo Uematsu's masterpiece soundtrack for Final Fantasy VII.2022-12-131h 13Afternoon Drive with Aniello Piro & Cody RoarkTue. Dec. 6: Hour 1 - WRs in Broncos Offense, Detroit Lions, Drew Creasman on the Rockies & MLB Hot StoveDalton Risner is Broncos Walter Payton Man of the Year nominee, usage of WRs in offense, 3rd down struggles, Jerry Jeudy, Dan Campbell and the Detroit Lions, Karl Dorrell vs Coach Prime, Drew Creasman on MLB hot stove and the Rockies, Cody Bellinger, Bud Black2022-12-0753 minFinal Fantasy WeeklyFinal Fantasy VII OST Top 40: 40-21We go about the impossible task of ranking individual pieces of music on the Final Fantasy VII soundtrack mostly as a frame work to celebrate more genius from Nobuo Uematsu.2022-11-2754 minFinal Fantasy WeeklyFinal Fantasy VII's EPIC & Ambiguous EndingWe conclude the incredible journey that is Final Fantasy VII. The story gives us much to ponder and debate as its credits roll... and long thereafter.
2022-11-191h 29Final Fantasy WeeklyFinal Fantasy VII: Weapon Attacks MidgarCloud grows into being a leader. Barrett grows into being a helper. Tifa grows into being our guiding light. Cid grows... just a bit. And we learn the full truth of Aerith's sacrifice.
2022-11-121h 01Afternoon Drive with Aniello Piro & Cody RoarkWed. Nov. 2: Hour 2 - Drew Creasman on the Rockies and the World Series, Social Media, Kyrie IrvingDrew Creasman on Brendan Rodgers, looking ahead to next year's Rockies, Phillies lead Astros 2-1 in World Series, Kyrie Irving "radioactive", social media, local news, getting fooled online2022-11-0343 minFinal Fantasy WeeklyTifa & Cloud, FFVII Nibelheim incident ver. 3Final Fantasy VII reaches another emotional climax as Tifa helps Cloud piece together their shared history in our third telling of the Nibelheim incident.
2022-10-211h 17Final Fantasy WeeklyMemory in Final Fantasy, Nibeleim Incident ver. 2Sephiroth takes Cloud and Tifa back to Nibelheim via their memories. We take a look at the history of "memory" as a theme in Final Fantasy and break down the real-world parallels to Cloud's mental break.2022-10-121h 26Afternoon Drive with Aniello Piro & Cody RoarkThu. Oct. 6: Hour 1 - Drew Creasman closing the Rockies season, Broncos-Colts on TNF, injuries in the NFLBroncos host Colts on TNF, Melvin Gordon, Jonathan Taylor and Shaquille Leonard out for Indy, Drew Creasman on the Rockies, young talent in the system for Colorado, free agent pitching, MLB postseason, betting thoughts for Colts-Broncos2022-10-0751 minFinal Fantasy WeeklyFinal Fantasy Weekly: Sephiroth, Jenova, and Hojo's motivationsAfter Aerith's death, Cloud struggles with his identity while Sephiroth, Jenova, and Hojo begin to reveal their sinister intentions.
2022-10-0449 min
Soarin' SportsWe bring on Drew Creasman of Mile High Sports to talk the impact of International players on the Colorado RockiesOur First interview on the pod comes with an amazing Baseball writer a member of the Baseball Writers of America Association and a Beat writer of the Colorado Rockies for Mile High Sports Drew Creasman. We talk about international baseball players who have come through Denver, Colorado, and the future of the franchise where these players can lead the franchise in the future.2022-09-011h 03Afternoon Drive with Aniello Piro & Cody RoarkTue. Aug. 23: Hour 2 - Drew Creasman on Rockies, NFC North Preview, CSU Football, winning the lottery, Nick SabanNFC North preview, CSU-BST beef, Tampa Bay or New Orleans, Aaron Rodgers, Tom Brady, winning the lottery, Colorado Rockies with Drew Creasman, Elehuris Montero, Rockies farm system, Bud Black, letting Jon Gray walk, Colts lose punter, Nick Saban, hot dog straw, Italian Food2022-08-2448 minFinal Fantasy WeeklyFinal Fantasy VII: The Most Important Moment in Video Game History?We discuss the most famous spoiler and arguably one of the most important moments in the history of video games. How and why was it so impactful, what other moments in other media compare, and must it be this way in the Remake project?2022-08-141h 33
Pickaxe and RollDrew Creasman on Colorado sports culture + elite movie trilogiesRyan Blackburn and Drew Creasman, lead Colorado Rockies analyst for Mile High Sports, discuss the Rockies and their plight for improvement. They also discuss the inverse issues the Rockies and Denver Nuggets face with problems relating to performance vs city imprint. Then, Ryan and Drew pivot to movies, discussing the best trilogies of all-time. From Dollars to Star Wars to Lord of the Rings to...Planet of the Apes?
2022-08-121h 02Final Fantasy WeeklyFinal Fantasy VII: Cloud's Date and the Temple of AncientsCloud goes on a date. Four of em! Cait Sith exhibits ambiguous motives and mechanics, and Sephiroth reveals the plot to use Black Materia and summon Meteor.
2022-08-031h 05Final Fantasy WeeklyFinal Fantasy VII: Cid & VincentCloud and crew head back to Nibelheim and meet Vincent, then off to Rocket Town and an introduction to Cid. Then Yuffie steals our materia so we're off to the mystical land of Wutai.2022-07-291h 06Final Fantasy WeeklyFinal Fantasy VII: Cosmo CanyonWe visit a magical place and see more examples of clumsy representation in FFVII. We hear a bit from John Eric Bentley (voice of Barrett) via Crashing Game night, and experience one of the most emotional moments of the game.2022-07-091h 04Final Fantasy WeeklyFinal Fantasy VII: The Gold SaucerCloud, Tifa, Aerith, and Nanaki learn about Barrett's past and visit the Gold Saucer for the first time. Plus, the real-world parallels to an energy company sending private military personnel to massacre a small town.2022-07-061h 06Afternoon Drive with Aniello Piro & Cody RoarkTuesday June 28th: Avalanche favorites to win title again, Drew Creasman, Aarif Deen, Rockies, betting baseballRockies beat Dodgers, Avs favorites to win the Stanley Cup again, NBA news, John Wall, Kyrie Irving, Russell Westbrook, Drew Creasman talks Rockies beating the Dodgers, Colorado mistakes on the diamond, Kris Bryant, Aarif Deen breaks down the Avalanche winning the Stanley Cup, Nazem Kadri, Jared Bednar, Avalanche Free Agents, Dodgers won't lose 2 in a row to Rockies, baseball bets for the day2022-06-2846 min
Final Fantasy WeeklyFinal Fantasy VII: A military parade for CEO Rufus ShinraWe comment on Rufus Shinra, the welcoming ceremony, and displays of military might. Plus, FFVII continues to blow us away with its presentation and complex themes on our way to Costa Del Sol.2022-06-1753 minFinal Fantasy WeeklyFinal Fantasy VII: The Nibelheim Incident, Version OneThe Nibelheim Incident in its original telling by Cloud Strife. Themes emerge more clearly surrounding memory, reliable narrators, the nature of magic, sympathetic villains, making choices in a crisis, and what gives you strength in moments of abject horror.2022-06-041h 23Final Fantasy WeeklyFinal Fantasy VII: The Trail of BloodOur heroes infiltrate Shinra, learn about the Ancients, meet Red XIII, and walk the trail of blood in one of the more memorable segments of FFVII.2022-05-271h 05Final Fantasy WeeklyFinal Fantasy VII: Don Corneo and the Shinra ConspiracyCloud and Aerith infiltrate Wall Market, do a little cross dressing, find Tifa in a strange place and meet Don Corneo who reveals a larger conspiracy. Plus, the romantic elements of the story deepen.2022-05-111h 11
The Walk-Off WalkDrew Creasman on The 2022 Rockies, Trevor Bauer Suspension, Automated StrikezoneAndrew Dettmer and Drew Creasman on the Trevor Bauer news, Angel Hernandez, and a deep dive on the Rockies2022-04-291h 14Final Fantasy WeeklyFinal Fantasy VII: The Promise & The Flower GirlIn this episode, we make a promise to Tifa, meet Aerith Gainsborough and do a deep dive on her character, then begin to open up some of the deeper spiritual themes of Final Fantasy VII. Plus, more hints at Cloud's mysterious past, and a discussion on some of the ambiguous gender dynamic at play.2022-04-271h 02
The Fan CaveApril 14: Hour 2 - Drew Creasman on the Rockies hot start, Avalanche, Nuggets vs GSW, The Rock, superteamsRockies start 4-1, Drew Creasman on team ball winning for the Rockies early, letting the disappointment go for what happened with Arenado and Story and LeMahieu, Avalanche hot as hell, Denver hate from national media, previewing Denver vs Golden State in the 1st Round of the NBA Playoffs, The Rock lifts us all up, superteams, LeBron2022-04-1551 min
RoxTalk | Rockies Baseball PodcastEp.3 - Spring Training & Opening Day w/Drew CreasmanIn this episode, Drew Creasman (Mile High Sports) joins Brayden & Dawson to talk all things Colorado Rockies as we approach Opening Day. After spending time in Arizona for Spring Training, Drew is able to provide first-hand insight into the overall 'vibe' of the team as well as his thoughts on few of our biggest questions for the Rockies entering the 2022 season. ⚾️
You'll also hear the guys' thoughts on some of our top prospects and their keys for the Rockies if they're going to make waves in the NL West. 🤠
As always... GO ROX! 🟣2022-04-0538 minThe Fan CaveMarch 31: Hour 2 - Nuggets rising in the standings, Diego Rubio, Drew Creasman on the Rockies, Walk-up musicAustin Rivers ejected over nothing, Jokic's MVP to lose, emergence of Bones Hyland, Diego Rubio of the Colorado Rapids joins the show, Drew Creasman on new additions and expectations for Colorado, Rockies young players on the rise, Top Gun, walk-up songs, Final Four2022-04-0154 minFinal Fantasy WeeklyFinal Fantasy VII: Barrett Wallace's complicated legacyWe dive into the complicated legacy of Barrett Wallace and begin to talk representation in FFVII. We also start to think about the consequences of the ecoterrorism and meet Tifa who hints at Cloud's past. 2022-03-241h 09Final Fantasy WeeklyFinal Fantasy VII: The Greatest Game Ever Made?We begin our conversation on Final Fantasy VII. Before we can get into the game, we have to take a look at everything surrounding it and set the stage for why this is one of the most-discussed video games of all time. Then, we have just enough time to break down its iconic intro.2022-03-121h 20Final Fantasy WeeklyFinal Fantasy VI Review: The Greatest Story of the 2D AgeWe conclude our conversation on what Final Fantasy VI has to say about fascism, bigotry, oppression, and community responsibility before examining its wonderful cast of characters and personal questions one last time.2022-03-0751 minFinal Fantasy WeeklyFinal Fantasy VI OST: The Greatest Soundtrack of All Time?Drew tries to make the argument that with FFVI, Nobuo Uematsu crafted the greatest soundtrack of all time... in any medium.2022-03-031h 14Final Fantasy WeeklyFinal Fantasy VI OST: Masterpiece of World BuildingFinal Fantasy VI does so much of its world building through its music. On this episode we discuss the places, battle, and event music that comprise one of the greatest soundtracks in any medium ever.2022-03-021h 14Final Fantasy WeeklyFinal Fantasy VI: Steampunk GlobetrottingWe discuss the art and gameplay of FFVI with a specific focus on the role and history of Steampunk. Plus, we spend a lot more time opining on how best to remake this classic.
2022-02-201h 17Final Fantasy WeeklyFinal Fantasy VI: EndingWe discuss the conclusion of Final Fantasy VI. How well does it work from a storytelling standpoint? Which character conclusions are perfect and which less so? And what can we learn with our final encounter with Kefka, God of Nihilism?
2022-02-151h 24Final Fantasy WeeklyFinal Fantasy VI: Ghosts of DomaOn this episode, Gau faces rejection, Cyan faces his own demons, literally and figuratively, the team faces down a sasquatch, and Terra once again faces a moment of truth.2022-02-1352 minFinal Fantasy WeeklyFinal Fantasy VI: The World of RuinIt's an emotional episode as Celes surprises us with a rare act of self-doubt before picking up the pieces and scouring the world for the Returners. We meet back up with Sabin and Edgar and learn about the history of Setzer and Daryl.2022-02-1359 minFinal Fantasy WeeklyFinal Fantasy VI: The End of BalanceWe dive into the climactic moment of Final Fantasy VI's second act as our heroes are face off against Kefka on the Floating Continent. 2022-02-1148 minFinal Fantasy WeeklyFinal Fantasy VI: Peace With the Empire?Ira and Drew continue down the path of the Final Fantasy VI narrative. We learn about the history of the Esper world and get Terra's origin story. We discover the Sealed Gate and are forced to consider an uneasy peace with the empire.
2022-02-0457 minFinal Fantasy WeeklyFinal Fantasy VI: The Magitek Research FacilityThe Returners infiltrate the Empire and the capitol city of Vector. They learn about the pasts of Kefka and General Leo, behold some overt fascist symbolism, and bear witness to the horrors of the Magitek Research Facility.
2022-02-011h 03Final Fantasy WeeklyFinal Fantasy VI: The OperaWe discuss the Opera of Final Fantasy VI, how it helps to reinforce the themes of the overarching story, and why the music and moment have endured to this day.
2022-01-261h 11Final Fantasy WeeklyFinal Fantasy VI: General Celes & The EspersWe meet one of the greatest characters in franchise history, Celes Chere, and get introduced to a new element of Terra. Our heroes learn about a fateful coin flip and a long-lost love, and what an ancient war has to do with saving their friend.
2022-01-2459 minFinal Fantasy WeeklyFinal Fantasy VI: From Doma to the Phantom TrainWe follow Sabin down his path to reuniting with Shadow, meeting Cyan and eventually Gau, and traversing through Doma, the phantom forest and a ghost train; one of the best story arcs in Final Fantasy history.
2022-01-121h 06Final Fantasy WeeklyFinal Fantasy VI: Edgar Figaro & His Ways With WomenWe are introduced to Edgar Roni Figaro, King of Figaro and relentless womanizer. We critique his character and debate his thematic purpose as Terra continues to search for herself while everyone races to use her as a weapon.2022-01-1049 minFinal Fantasy WeeklyFinal Fantasy VI: The War of the MagiWe begin Final Fantasy VI. This is the game that began our love of the series and it is nearly perfect in our eyes. Meet Terra, Locke, some moogles, and a truly magical steampunk world!2022-01-061h 04Final Fantasy WeeklyChrono Trigger Review: One of Gaming's Greatest AchievementsIra and Drew wrap up their conversation on Chrono Trigger with a look at the biggest ideas and questions it presents. How gray can morality get on a long enough timeline? How fragile is civilization? And how great of a piece of art is Chrono Trigger especially when compared to the best of its genre and medium?2022-01-041h 01Final Fantasy WeeklyChrono Trigger OST: The Corridors of TimeIra and Drew discuss the event, battle, and scene music from Chrono Trigger. We take a listen to some of the most beloved video game pieces ever composed and try to offer some overall analysis of the entire soundtrack and its place among the greats.2022-01-0246 minFinal Fantasy WeeklyChrono Trigger OST: Character ThemesChrono Trigger has one of the best soundtracks of all time regardless of medium. We begin by listening to some CLASSIC character themes for Crono, Frog, Ayla, Magus, Robo, Schala and more. How do these themes add to the story and lore and why have they persevered through the years?2021-12-2533 minFinal Fantasy WeeklyChrono Trigger: Art and GameplayFrom the world-renowned stylings of Akira Toriyama to the still-engaging battle system and the innovative New Game Plus, we get into some of the most enduring elements of an all-time classic.
2021-12-2029 minFinal Fantasy WeeklyChrono Trigger Ending: A Perfect Video Game?Ira and Drew conclude the plot of Chrono Trigger. We learn of the tragedy of Schala and the surprising fate of Crono. Smaller side stories emerge as their own fascinating fables. And the final confrontation with Lavos brings a satisfying conclusion to the story while plenty of questions remain.
2021-12-181h 19Final Fantasy WeeklyChrono Trigger: Magus and the Day of LavosWe meet classic and beloved characters in Robo and Ayla, ponder what we can derive from the distant future and ancient past, learn about the Masamune, and discover the truth behind the man named Magus and his desire to summon the destroyer of the world, Lavos.2021-12-151h 02Final Fantasy WeeklyChrono Trigger: One of the Greatest Games Ever MadeChrono Trigger is quite simply one of the greatest games ever made. We begin our journey with this timeless classic, meet Crono, Lucca, and Marle and see right away why those who made CT are called the Dream Team.2021-12-101h 19Final Fantasy WeeklyFinal Fantasy V OST: Dear Friends on the Big BridgeIra and Drew discuss the music of Final Fantasy V. Featuring a few standout classics from Dear Friends to Home Sweet Home to Battle on the Big Bridge, and some timeless melodies found in Music Box, Lenna's Theme, and Tenderness in the Air, is this one of Nobuo Uematsu's greatest achievements?2021-12-081h 07Final Fantasy WeeklyFinal Fantasy V: Art and GameplayFirst, we have to give credit to the incredible talent that turned Yoshitaka Amano art into gorgeous pixels, Kazuko Shibuya. Then we dive into one of the best and most customizable JRPG systems in history.2021-12-0457 minFinal Fantasy WeeklyThe Legacy of Final Fantasy VWe take a look at the character archetypes for Krile and ExDeath and defeat the odd villain in the final battle. The conversation then moves to the ultimate legacy of a game that is brimming with charm and has scores of fans but is still not considered (by consensus) among the best in the franchise.2021-12-0252 minFinal Fantasy WeeklyFinal Fantasy V: Galuf and the Warriors of DawnWe continue our conversation on Final Fantasy V. The ties to the rest of the franchise grow deeper and more interesting, the plot of ExDeath is revealed, and noble sacrifices are made including the death of a beloved main character.2021-11-2855 minFinal Fantasy WeeklyFinal Fantasy V: IntroWe start on the plot, themes, and characters of Final Fantasy V. In a brighter story with a bit more humor, whimsy, and color, we are introduced to Bartz, Lenna, Galuf, and Faris and once again set out on a magical adventure to understand the power of the crystals and uncover a deeper plot at work.2021-11-1853 minFinal Fantasy WeeklyFinal Fantasy: Mystic Quest Impact & LegacyWe review the history, impact, and legacy of Final Fantasy: Mystic Quest. A lost game in the series, it has an awesome soundtrack but mostly did not hit with fans.2021-11-1758 minFinal Fantasy WeeklyFinal Fantasy & Cid: Top 10 Greatest Cids in Series HistoryIra and Drew rank their Top 10 Cids. Plus, what makes a great Cid? Why did the Final Fantasy creators decide that they needed this type of character? What does he represent? And must there be a Cid?2021-11-101h 07Final Fantasy WeeklyFinal Fantasy IV: Impact and Legacy ReviewWe review the impact and legacy of Final Fantasy IV as a piece of art. We examine the big themes and characters one last time then dive into it's social commentary, industry impact, craft, and discuss how it stacks up with other Final Fantasy games.2021-11-1045 minFinal Fantasy WeeklyFinal Fantasy IV OST: Themes of Love & WonderFrom the stellar battle music to the unmistakable Celtic influence, to enduring character themes and a first foray into electronic/industrial tones, this soundtrack from Nobuo Uematsu stands as a masterpiece 27 years after it's release. W/ excerpts from Celtic Moon.2021-11-081h 01Final Fantasy WeeklyThe Art and Gameplay of Final Fantasy IVThe invention of the active time battle system is one of the more intriguing moments in franchise history while almost all of the FFIV character designs have stood the test of time. We embark on a space whale and journey through a world of watercolor and ephemeral melancholy.2021-11-0350 minFinal Fantasy WeeklyFinal Fantasy IV: A Lunar FinaleOur heroes go to the moon, uncover an alien plot, discover deep family ties, and bring the world together in climactic triumph. The discussion turns to the merits of speculative fiction, the strength of the themes embodied by the characters and events of the story, and what the adventures of Cecil, Kain, Rosa and the gang can tell us about who we are.2021-11-0246 minFinal Fantasy WeeklyFinal Fantasy IV: Palom & Porom's Sacrifice, Rydia's ReturnFinal Fantasy IV continues as our characters begin to make heroic sacrifices, none more heartbreaking than Palom & Porom. Plus Rydia becomes one of the best characters in franchise history. 2021-10-3050 minFinal Fantasy WeeklyFinal Fantasy IV: Cecil, Kain, Rosa & CidWe begin Final Fantasy IV which introduces us to the twin moons, global themes, an expansive new Celtic-inspired world and soundtrack and loveable cast. We meet Rosa, Kain, Cid, and Rydia, and witness a great FF moment when Cecil, the dark knight, becomes a paladin. 2021-10-2956 minFinal Fantasy WeeklyFinal Fantasy Remakes, Compilations & AdaptationsIra and Drew explore the many remakes, compilations, spinoffs, and adaptations of the Final Fantasy series. There are some treasured greats in Kingdom Hearts and Final Fantasy Tactics... and some less celebrated games like All The Bravest. Has Final Fantasy XV set a disturbing trend or is it blazing the trail for an innovative new way to tell stories? Is the Compilation of FFVII a cynical cash grab playing on nostalgia or an earnest attempt to expand on great ideas? What about World of Final Fantasy? Cast haste, we've much to discuss!2021-10-271h 16Final Fantasy WeeklyFinal Fantasy & Cynicism vs. CriticismIs there merit in using cynicism or is it inherently mutually exclusive to criticism? From a famous laughing scene to dramatic reactions each time the games shifted tone or aesthetic, we look at a myriad of ways in which "contempt prior to investigation" acted as a shield to experiencing excellence in the arts.2021-10-2751 minFinal Fantasy WeeklyFinal Fantasy III: Music, Art, Gameplay & LegacyAnother lost game in the franchise, we talk about the difficulties of a game that has no definition version but still had a massive impact on the franchise. Of course, we couldn't talk about this game without getting into the job system. Then we dive into some of Nobuo Uematsu's best individual compositions and look into the deeper meaning behind its social commentary.2021-10-261h 12Final Fantasy WeeklyFinal Fantasy III: Mortality, Magic, and MooglesWe meet Desch, Doga, Unei, and face off against the almighty Xande. We come across Moogles for the first time and need more than a few airships to get to the end. Inside a bit of a jumbled experience thanks to differing versions, we find a heart-warming tale about the preciousness of mortality and an important balance between light and darkness.2021-10-231h 16Final Fantasy WeeklyFinal Fantasy Summons: Gods, Monsters, Myths, and LegendsFinal Fantasy puts its unique spin on the ancient history of folktales about gods and monsters. Cross-cultural myths and legends inform the role of these deity-like creatures. From nothing more than fancy magic spells to integral characters in sweeping stories, Ifrit and Shiva, Ramuh and Titan, Bahamut and Carbunkle, Odin and Alexander shape the cosmology of Final Fantasy.2021-10-211h 23Final Fantasy WeeklyThe Best & Worst Jobs & Classes in Final Fantasy HistoryWe talk about the various job/class systems of Final Fantasy with focus on FFIII, FFV, FF Tactics, FF Tactics Advance, FFXIII, and FFXIV. 2021-10-191h 04Final Fantasy WeeklyThe Music, Art, and Gameplay of Final Fantasy IINobuo Uematsu crafts a few more masterpieces, the art stagnates a bit, and Final Fantasy II introduces an incredibly interesting game play system... that the franchise never touched again.2021-10-1855 minFinal Fantasy WeeklyFinal Fantasy II Introduces us to Chocobos and Cid!FFII has some issues in hindsight but was still vitally important to the franchise for introducing staples like Chocobos and Cid and perhaps the most important one of all - the principle that each new game have a new world, story, and cast of characters. 2021-10-151h 15Final Fantasy WeeklyFinal Fantasy Empire vs. Rebels: Star Wars, LoTR, Studio GhibliDrawing from Star Wars, Lord of the Rings, Studio Ghibli and a few others, we talk about how the Empire vs. Rebels trope is used in Final Fantasy. The Dark Knight, the Super Weapon, the Turncoat, Industry vs. Nature, Pluralism vs. Individualism and the question of whether or not conquest alone makes an empire nefarious or if true evil lies in something else.2021-10-141h 26Final Fantasy WeeklyEvaluating Final Fantasy as art rather than entertainmentThe brothers Creasman explain their preferences in evaluating art, looking at how this podcast will be different from retroactive reviews of video games. Then we apply that rubric to the first Final Fantasy.2021-10-1339 minFinal Fantasy WeeklyFinal Fantasy Music & Art by Nobuo Uematsu & Yoshitaka AmanoWe begin our ongoing celebrations of Nobuo Uematsu and Yoshitaka Amano as the art and music of Final Fantasy take us to entirely new worlds and introduce us to classic beloved characters. 2021-10-121h 04Final Fantasy WeeklyFinal Fantasy, Free Will, and a 2,000 Year TimeloopWe conclude the OG Final Fantasy and dive into a philosophical debate about time loops and the nature of free will. 2021-10-1146 minFinal Fantasy WeeklyFinal Fantasy I: Garland, Chaos, Matoya and the Warriors of LightThe first Final Fantasy game sets the stage by introducing us to the crystals (orbs) Garland, Matoya, Chaos, and the Warriors of Light. 2021-10-1045 minFinal Fantasy WeeklyFinal Fantasy Weekly: A New Journey BeginsWelcome back to Final Fantasy Weekly! Brothers Ira and Drew explain their love for the King of JRPGs and their intentions with this long-running deep dive series. 2021-10-0844 min
DNVR Rugby PodcastDNVR Rugby Podcast: Colorado Rockies Rugby Sevens Snake Draft With Justin Michael and Drew CreasmanColton Strickler, Justin Michael of DNVR Rams, and Drew Creasman of DNVR Rockies draft their dream rugby sevens team using current and former Colorado Rockies. The fellas break down their picks throughout the draft, talk about the qualities of baseball that would transfer over to rugby, and listen to Colton defend his wild final pick.Who do you think won the draft? Let us know on Twitter @DNVR_Rugby and @DNVR_Rockies! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2021-07-141h 11
The Denver Sports PodcastMovie Week: Goon and The Mighty Ducks, with AJ Haefele and Drew CreasmanIt’s movie week at DNVR so we are looking at some of the greatest sports movies of all time. You can vote for the best sports movie of all time by following us on twitter or visiting theDNVR.com and scrolling down to our Movie Week bracket. We will also be releasing several podcasts all week on this podcast feed so be sure to check back several times each day as we discuss some of the interesting matchups of the bracket tournament.In this episode, Drew Creasman and AJ Haefele discuss the kids hockey classic The Might...2020-02-0540 minThe Denver Sports PodcastMovie Week: Dodgeball and Caddyshack, with Drew Creasman and Kalle SorboIt’s movie week at DNVR so we are looking at some of the greatest sports movies of all time. You can vote for the best sports movie of all time by following us on twitter or visiting theDNVR.com and scrolling down to our Movie Week bracket. We will also be releasing several podcasts all week on this podcast feed so be sure to check back several times each day as we discuss some of the interesting matchups of the bracket tournament.In this episode, Kalle Sorbo and Drew Creasman sit down for a discussion on two s...2020-02-0531 min
Rockies Rundown Archives - 1310 KFKAAugust 29 – Rockies Prospects | Drew Creasman Calls In | Blackmon FlipsThe guys talk Rockies prospects as we all begin to turn our backs on this trainwreck of a season. Where can the Rockies go from here? Is next season doomed to be a repeat? Drew Creasman of BSN Rockies calls in to provide us with some therapy on the matter.2019-08-2900 minRockies Rundown Archives - 1310 KFKAAugust 1 – Thomas Harding Call In | Lunchroom Session: Tony Demarco and Drew CreasmanRockies stuck in a massive slump. Mark took the time to sit down with Tony DeMarco of the BBWAA and Drew Creasman of BSN Rockies for another installment of the Lunchroom Sessions. Thomas Harding of MLB.com calls in.2019-08-0100 minRockies Rundown Archives - 1310 KFKAJuly 18 – Drew Creasman Calls In | Rockies In Horrendous SlumpBrady and Mark Knudson discuss the Rockies recent slump that seems to be spelling the end of any playoff hopes this season. Drew Creasman calls in to provide some therapy on the matter.2019-07-1800 min
The Wired Up Sports PodcastDrew Creasman talks Rockies on Wired UpDrew Creasman from BSN Rockies joins the show yet again to discuss some more Colorado baseball. Has the team in purple finally found their groove? How far can pitchers like Freeland and Marquez take Colorado this year?2019-04-2614 min
The Wired Up Sports PodcastDraft Day/Matt Wiley and Drew Creasman talk Colorado SportsColorado Springs Gazette Sports Editor Matt Wiley and Drew Creasman from BSN Rockies join Matt and Jerry to discuss the Broncos draft strategies, Chis Harris Jr, the Rockies picking up steam, and Nuggets' playoff run.2019-04-261h 07
The Wired Up Sports PodcastDrew Creasman joins Wired Up to talk RockiesDrew Creasman from BSN Rockies joins the show discuss the team in purple heading into their first home series against the Dodgers and if the team has any significant issues after the first seven games.2019-04-0514 min
The Wired Up Sports PodcastColorado Rockies and the Denver Nuggets...worrisome?/ Drew Creasman joins the showDrew Creasman joins the show to discuss the Rockies heading into their first home series against the Dodgers. Are the Denver Nuggets worrisome heading into the NBA Playoffs?2019-04-0552 min