Shadow the Hedgehog (the Ultimate Lifeform)

Episode 129

3rd September 2024

In the early 2000’s, Sega’s Sonic Team was floundering to find a way to help their flagship game franchise survive a rapidly changing gaming landscape that didn’t seem to include Sega at all. The Saturn had failed. The Dreamcast had flopped, and it was looking like the writing was on the wall for everyone’s favorite […]

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In the early 2000’s, Sega’s Sonic Team was floundering to find a way to help their flagship game franchise survive a rapidly changing gaming landscape that didn’t seem to include Sega at all. The Saturn had failed. The Dreamcast had flopped, and it was looking like the writing was on the wall for everyone’s favorite blue blur. That was until Sonic Adventure 2 released and introduced a new character: Sonic’s rival, Shadow the Hedgehog.

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Two friends, Austin and Brenda, delve into the rich history of secret nerd mysteries near and dear to their hearts in their own loose, light-hearted way. If you’ve ever wondered “Why Saturday morning for cartoons?” or “How come Chuck E. Cheese cares so much about other people’s birthdays?”, this is the show for you!

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