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    <title>Nostalgium Arcanum - Episodes Tagged with “Jrpg”</title>
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    <pubDate>Mon, 13 Jan 2025 00:15:00 -0800</pubDate>
    <description>Each episode we add a new entry to the Nostalgium Arcanum, a repository for the movies, tv, music, games, and other pop culture that still enchants us today. Find us on the socials by googling "Nostalgium".
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    <itunes:subtitle>A Repository For The Pop Culture That Made Us Who We Are</itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:author>Doug Lief</itunes:author>
    <itunes:summary>Each episode we add a new entry to the Nostalgium Arcanum, a repository for the movies, tv, music, games, and other pop culture that still enchants us today. Find us on the socials by googling "Nostalgium".
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  <title>Final Fantasy IX</title>
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  <author>Doug Lief</author>
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  <itunes:subtitle>For those who love video games with an emotionally resonant story, Final Fantasy IX is a place to call home. We're joined by Rick Firestone of the Pixel Project Radio podcast to celebrate this compelling entry in the long-running series, its memorable characters, impactful story, and all-time great soundtrack. Kupo!</itunes:subtitle>
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  <description>For those who love video games with an emotionally resonant story, Final Fantasy IX is a place to call home. We're joined by Rick Firestone of the Pixel Project Radio podcast to celebrate this compelling entry in the long-running series, its memorable characters, impactful story, and all-time great soundtrack. Kupo!
If you have feedback, send it via Mognet or find us on the socials here:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/265036650022926/
The symbol formerly known as Twitter: @nostalgiumpod
BlueSky: @nostalgiumpod.bsky.social
Threads: https://www.threads.net/@nostalgiumarcanum_
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nostalgiumarcanum_/
Be sure to follow us on Instagram in particular since that's where we post bonus content, and on TikTok (@nostalgiumarcanum) for Doug's impressions.
Musical Credits:
Intro - Dark Flute (Jim Guthrie)
All score from Final Fantasy IX and Final Fantasy IV by Nobuo Uematsu
Dungeons &amp;amp; Dragons - The Dead Alewives 
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<p>If you have feedback, send it via Mognet or find us on the socials here:<br>
Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/265036650022926/" rel="nofollow">https://www.facebook.com/groups/265036650022926/</a><br>
The symbol formerly known as Twitter: @nostalgiumpod<br>
BlueSky: @nostalgiumpod.bsky.social<br>
Threads: <a href="https://www.threads.net/@_nostalgium_arcanum_" rel="nofollow">https://www.threads.net/@_nostalgium_arcanum_</a><br>
Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/_nostalgium_arcanum_/" rel="nofollow">https://www.instagram.com/_nostalgium_arcanum_/</a></p>

<p>Be sure to follow us on Instagram in particular since that&#39;s where we post bonus content, and on TikTok (@nostalgiumarcanum) for Doug&#39;s impressions.</p>

<p>Musical Credits:</p>

<p>Intro - Dark Flute (Jim Guthrie)<br>
All score from Final Fantasy IX and Final Fantasy IV by Nobuo Uematsu<br>
Dungeons &amp; Dragons - The Dead Alewives</p>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>For those who love video games with an emotionally resonant story, Final Fantasy IX is a place to call home. We&#39;re joined by Rick Firestone of the Pixel Project Radio podcast to celebrate this compelling entry in the long-running series, its memorable characters, impactful story, and all-time great soundtrack. Kupo!</p>

<p>If you have feedback, send it via Mognet or find us on the socials here:<br>
Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/265036650022926/" rel="nofollow">https://www.facebook.com/groups/265036650022926/</a><br>
The symbol formerly known as Twitter: @nostalgiumpod<br>
BlueSky: @nostalgiumpod.bsky.social<br>
Threads: <a href="https://www.threads.net/@_nostalgium_arcanum_" rel="nofollow">https://www.threads.net/@_nostalgium_arcanum_</a><br>
Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/_nostalgium_arcanum_/" rel="nofollow">https://www.instagram.com/_nostalgium_arcanum_/</a></p>

<p>Be sure to follow us on Instagram in particular since that&#39;s where we post bonus content, and on TikTok (@nostalgiumarcanum) for Doug&#39;s impressions.</p>

<p>Musical Credits:</p>

<p>Intro - Dark Flute (Jim Guthrie)<br>
All score from Final Fantasy IX and Final Fantasy IV by Nobuo Uematsu<br>
Dungeons &amp; Dragons - The Dead Alewives</p>]]>
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  <title>Chrono Trigger</title>
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  <pubDate>Mon, 24 Jul 2023 01:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
  <author>Doug Lief</author>
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  <itunes:author>Doug Lief</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>Time keeps on slippin' as Matt Storm of the Fun &amp; Games podcast (@funandgamespod) travels with us back to 1995 to revisit Chrono Trigger, one of the most highly regarded and influential video games ever. With an adventure that criss-crosses eons and an indelible soundtrack, the story of Chrono remains enthralling nearly three decades on.</itunes:subtitle>
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  <description>Time keeps on slippin' as Matt Storm of the Fun &amp;amp; Games podcast (@funandgamespod) travels with us back to 1995 to revisit Chrono Trigger, one of the most highly regarded and influential video games ever. With an adventure that criss-crosses eons and an indelible soundtrack, the story of Chrono remains enthralling nearly three decades on.
If you have feedback, find us on the socials here:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/265036650022926/
The symbol formerly known as Twitter: @nostalgiumpod
BlueSky: @nostalgiumpod.bsky.social
Threads: https://www.threads.net/@nostalgiumarcanum_
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nostalgiumarcanum_/
Be sure to follow us on Instagram in particular since that's where we post bonus content.
Also, please subscribe to the Fun &amp;amp; Games podcast to check out a recent bonus episode on Conquests of the Longbow featuring your host, Doug Lief.
Musical Credits:
Intro - Dark Flute (Jim Guthrie)
All tracks from Chrono Trigger by Yasunori Mitsuda and Nobuo Uematsu 
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  <itunes:keywords>jrpg, rpg, video games, games, gaming, retro games, retro gaming, 1990s, 90s, time travel, role playing game, role playing games, snes, playstation, nintendo, squaresoft, square-enix</itunes:keywords>
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    <![CDATA[<p>Time keeps on slippin&#39; as Matt Storm of the Fun &amp; Games podcast (@funandgamespod) travels with us back to 1995 to revisit Chrono Trigger, one of the most highly regarded and influential video games ever. With an adventure that criss-crosses eons and an indelible soundtrack, the story of Chrono remains enthralling nearly three decades on.</p>

<p>If you have feedback, find us on the socials here:<br>
Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/265036650022926/" rel="nofollow">https://www.facebook.com/groups/265036650022926/</a><br>
The symbol formerly known as Twitter: @nostalgiumpod<br>
BlueSky: @nostalgiumpod.bsky.social<br>
Threads: <a href="https://www.threads.net/@_nostalgium_arcanum_" rel="nofollow">https://www.threads.net/@_nostalgium_arcanum_</a><br>
Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/_nostalgium_arcanum_/" rel="nofollow">https://www.instagram.com/_nostalgium_arcanum_/</a></p>

<p>Be sure to follow us on Instagram in particular since that&#39;s where we post bonus content.</p>

<p>Also, please subscribe to the Fun &amp; Games podcast to check out a recent bonus episode on Conquests of the Longbow featuring your host, Doug Lief.</p>

<p>Musical Credits:</p>

<p>Intro - Dark Flute (Jim Guthrie)<br>
All tracks from Chrono Trigger by Yasunori Mitsuda and Nobuo Uematsu</p>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>Time keeps on slippin&#39; as Matt Storm of the Fun &amp; Games podcast (@funandgamespod) travels with us back to 1995 to revisit Chrono Trigger, one of the most highly regarded and influential video games ever. With an adventure that criss-crosses eons and an indelible soundtrack, the story of Chrono remains enthralling nearly three decades on.</p>

<p>If you have feedback, find us on the socials here:<br>
Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/265036650022926/" rel="nofollow">https://www.facebook.com/groups/265036650022926/</a><br>
The symbol formerly known as Twitter: @nostalgiumpod<br>
BlueSky: @nostalgiumpod.bsky.social<br>
Threads: <a href="https://www.threads.net/@_nostalgium_arcanum_" rel="nofollow">https://www.threads.net/@_nostalgium_arcanum_</a><br>
Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/_nostalgium_arcanum_/" rel="nofollow">https://www.instagram.com/_nostalgium_arcanum_/</a></p>

<p>Be sure to follow us on Instagram in particular since that&#39;s where we post bonus content.</p>

<p>Also, please subscribe to the Fun &amp; Games podcast to check out a recent bonus episode on Conquests of the Longbow featuring your host, Doug Lief.</p>

<p>Musical Credits:</p>

<p>Intro - Dark Flute (Jim Guthrie)<br>
All tracks from Chrono Trigger by Yasunori Mitsuda and Nobuo Uematsu</p>]]>
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  <title>Final Fantasy VI</title>
  <link>https://nostalgiumarcanum.fireside.fm/18</link>
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  <pubDate>Mon, 30 Jan 2023 01:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
  <author>Doug Lief</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/ce63b696-ef81-4823-a625-5ec80799b181/3c901a71-113f-4a22-ac83-486eca1ebb13.mp3" length="67755823" type="audio/mpeg"/>
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  <itunes:author>Doug Lief</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>Kupo! Writer/comedian Joey Clift (@joeytainment) joins our party to bum rush one of the greatest video games of all time. This classic marries a deep ambitious story with indelible characters and an impeccable score.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>1:10:34</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit>
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  <description>Kupo! Writer/comedian Joey Clift (@joeytainment) joins our party to bum rush one of the greatest video games of all time. This classic marries a deep ambitious story with indelible characters and an impeccable score. 
If you have feedback, cast Feedbackaga to the socials here:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/265036650022926/
The symbol formerly known as Twitter: @nostalgiumpod
BlueSky: @nostalgiumpod.bsky.social
Threads: https://www.threads.net/@nostalgiumarcanum_
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nostalgiumarcanum_/
Be sure to follow us on Instagram in particular since that's where we post bonus content.
Musical Credits:
Intro - Dark Flute (Jim Guthrie)
Omen (Nobuo Uematsu)
The Mines of Narshe (Nobuo Uematsu)
Edgar &amp;amp; Sabin's Theme (Nobuo Uematsu)
Setzer's Theme (Nobuo Uematsu)
Coin of Fate (Nobuo Uematsu)
Shadow's Theme (Nobuo Uematsu)
Aria Di Mezzo Carattere (Nobuo Uematsu)
Cyan's Theme (Nobuo Uematsu)
Kefka (Nobuo Uematsu)
World of Ruin (Nobuo Uematsu)
Battle (Nobuo Uematsu)
Dancing Mad (Nobuo Uematsu)
Balance Is Restored (Nobuo Uematsu)
Prelude (Nobuo Uematsu)
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    <![CDATA[<p>Kupo! Writer/comedian Joey Clift (@joeytainment) joins our party to bum rush one of the greatest video games of all time. This classic marries a deep ambitious story with indelible characters and an impeccable score. </p>

<p>If you have feedback, cast Feedbackaga to the socials here:<br>
Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/265036650022926/" rel="nofollow">https://www.facebook.com/groups/265036650022926/</a><br>
The symbol formerly known as Twitter: @nostalgiumpod<br>
BlueSky: @nostalgiumpod.bsky.social<br>
Threads: <a href="https://www.threads.net/@_nostalgium_arcanum_" rel="nofollow">https://www.threads.net/@_nostalgium_arcanum_</a><br>
Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/_nostalgium_arcanum_/" rel="nofollow">https://www.instagram.com/_nostalgium_arcanum_/</a></p>

<p>Be sure to follow us on Instagram in particular since that&#39;s where we post bonus content.</p>

<p>Musical Credits:</p>

<p>Intro - Dark Flute (Jim Guthrie)<br>
Omen (Nobuo Uematsu)<br>
The Mines of Narshe (Nobuo Uematsu)<br>
Edgar &amp; Sabin&#39;s Theme (Nobuo Uematsu)<br>
Setzer&#39;s Theme (Nobuo Uematsu)<br>
Coin of Fate (Nobuo Uematsu)<br>
Shadow&#39;s Theme (Nobuo Uematsu)<br>
Aria Di Mezzo Carattere (Nobuo Uematsu)<br>
Cyan&#39;s Theme (Nobuo Uematsu)<br>
Kefka (Nobuo Uematsu)<br>
World of Ruin (Nobuo Uematsu)<br>
Battle (Nobuo Uematsu)<br>
Dancing Mad (Nobuo Uematsu)<br>
Balance Is Restored (Nobuo Uematsu)<br>
Prelude (Nobuo Uematsu)</p>]]>
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  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>Kupo! Writer/comedian Joey Clift (@joeytainment) joins our party to bum rush one of the greatest video games of all time. This classic marries a deep ambitious story with indelible characters and an impeccable score. </p>

<p>If you have feedback, cast Feedbackaga to the socials here:<br>
Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/265036650022926/" rel="nofollow">https://www.facebook.com/groups/265036650022926/</a><br>
The symbol formerly known as Twitter: @nostalgiumpod<br>
BlueSky: @nostalgiumpod.bsky.social<br>
Threads: <a href="https://www.threads.net/@_nostalgium_arcanum_" rel="nofollow">https://www.threads.net/@_nostalgium_arcanum_</a><br>
Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/_nostalgium_arcanum_/" rel="nofollow">https://www.instagram.com/_nostalgium_arcanum_/</a></p>

<p>Be sure to follow us on Instagram in particular since that&#39;s where we post bonus content.</p>

<p>Musical Credits:</p>

<p>Intro - Dark Flute (Jim Guthrie)<br>
Omen (Nobuo Uematsu)<br>
The Mines of Narshe (Nobuo Uematsu)<br>
Edgar &amp; Sabin&#39;s Theme (Nobuo Uematsu)<br>
Setzer&#39;s Theme (Nobuo Uematsu)<br>
Coin of Fate (Nobuo Uematsu)<br>
Shadow&#39;s Theme (Nobuo Uematsu)<br>
Aria Di Mezzo Carattere (Nobuo Uematsu)<br>
Cyan&#39;s Theme (Nobuo Uematsu)<br>
Kefka (Nobuo Uematsu)<br>
World of Ruin (Nobuo Uematsu)<br>
Battle (Nobuo Uematsu)<br>
Dancing Mad (Nobuo Uematsu)<br>
Balance Is Restored (Nobuo Uematsu)<br>
Prelude (Nobuo Uematsu)</p>]]>
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