The ProfNoctis Weekly Show

Join us this week as we begin our Semester Series on the Last of Us! This episode we begin 00:00:38 with an overview of the events and themes of Episode 1 of the Max television show The Last of Us. Then we discuss the theme of how to handle crisis, preparedness, and what it says about our character as people in our theme discussion 01:10:24. We're looking forward to a great semester! --- Join me,...

Hi everyone! Thanks for tuning into the podcast, this is just a few minutes of special time with our audio only listeners letting you know about the new format changes for this semester's programing. With the Last of Us television show recaps releasing on Youtube on Monday's, the lecture plays through the sections of the video game that correspond with the tv show on Tuesdays, and the discussion a...

In this week's episode, we're preparing for our next lecture series on The Last of Us! We share a new trailer for the series, and discuss what to expect out of it, including how you can prepare. The new lecture series starts the week of February 9th, and goes through season 2 of the new Max (formerly HBO) show.  This is our biggest lecture series yet, and we're looking forward to new conversations...

On this week's episode, we discuss Fantasian: Neo Dimension-- the latest game from the famed creator of Final Fantasy, Hironobu Sakaguchi. We consider whether Fantasian is a spiritual successor to the franchise, or if it's the game we never got in the main series. Plus, we marvel over the beautiful backdrops in the game and consider the biggest question of all: what IS a Final Fantasy game? #Fanta...

This week, Prof dives into his thrilling journey with Life is Strange: Double Exposure—his very FIRST taste of this iconic series! Is it the perfect starting point, or did Prof find himself completely adrift? Discover the answers here! The first half of the episode sparks a deep dive into Prof's thoughts inspired by the game, while the second half zooms in on the game itself. Thank you to @SquareE...

This week's episode is all about the Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake! As Prof thinks about his time with the game, he examines the key themes of the story, while also considering the lessons that a player can expect to take from their time with it. There's also plenty for those who have no knowledge of Dragon Quest, including an epic diversion involving Michael Bolton. Also, massive thanks to @Squar...

This week on the ProfNoctis show, we wrap up the Final Fantasy VII: Rebirth Lecture Series, and you'll finally hear Prof's own thoughts and theories. A HUGE thanks to all our guests for making this incredible series possible. Go subscribe to every one of them! 00:00:00 -- Intro  00:01:44 -- Reflecting on the FF7R Lecture Series 00:27:07 -- Lessons from the Interviews 00:42:50 -- Mini Game Stretch...

🎉 New Year, New Goals! | ProfNoctis Weekly Show 🎉 Join us for a special New Year’s episode of the ProfNoctis Weekly Show, featuring Evan (still rocking his Santa suit!) and Wade as they dive into a thoughtful, and vulnerable, discussion on goals, resolutions, and celebrating wins. Whether you're looking to recalibrate for the year ahead or rethink your approach to personal, gaming, and professio...

In this special BONUS episode, Prof and Evan talk about the games that put them in the holiday spirit, from Mario to Final Fantasy. They also remember games they received for Christmas and think about the memories that have stuck with them through the years. Then, they end with their mini-game stretch break?! Yep, that means you get ANOTHER episode next week for the New Year! Thanks so much for wa...

Today's episode features the thoughtful and terrific  @eyesonbee  ! We chat with her about her journey into content creation, what it's like to look at FF7R through a parental lens, and what she's most excited for in part 3.  Enjoy! 00:00:00 -- Intro 00:01:41 -- Eyes On Bee's Origin 00:49:01 -- Minigame Stretch Break 00:56:44 -- FF7R's Parent Problem  #ff7r #finalfantasy7 #finalfantasy #ff7rebirth...

In this heartwarming and insightful interview, we sit down with the inspiring duo,  @PhilipHarts / @philiphartshorn   and  @AliyaWill ! Philip and Aliya share how the stories in their lives have influenced who they are and how their paths crossed. They open up about what it’s like to fall in love and build a life together. Philip reflects on the power of intentional living, drawing from his transf...

Joining us on the show this week is the famed JRPG enthusiast, and utterly hilarious,  @davidvinc   !  We kick things off by diving into his astonishing treasure trove of RPG wisdom and even some vintage gaming magazines that narrate his incredible journey through life and content creation. We also learn why David appreciates the open-world escapism that FF7 Rebirth offers over Remake's linearity....

Join us this week as we interview the thoughtful and dulcet Genesis VII aka Martin!  Get to know him, his history with Sega and Sonic, and how he manages the demands of life with his creative output in the first part of our interview. Next, in our Mini Game Stretch Break  you don't want to miss our plans to survive a postapocalyptic survival scenario with Bill Gates and Oprah Winfrey (All characte...

Join us this week as we interview the talented and wise Tylor Hepner!  Find out all about his journey as an artist and his experience with video games in the first part of our interview.  Hop on in to the Mini-Game Stretch Break as we share how we experience and learn from video game culture. Finally,  we wrap up with the second half of our interview and hear all about his experience and perspecti...

Join us on this week's adventure as we interview popular Final Fantasy and RPG content creator ‪@Sector6UK‬ ! We start our time together learning about his history with games back to his earliest consoles as a child, how he started creating content (with a huge shout out to the FF7 content produced by ‪@4-8Productions‬ so be sure to check them out too!) , and some discussion about some indie games...

Join us this week as we interview Darryl from  @FinalFantasyUnion ! Learn about the history of their channel in the first part of our conversation 0:01:12. We lament all about home repairs and DIY projects in our Mini Game Stretch Break 01:07:55. Finally, we explore his experience with Rebirth, their unique approach to tracking player progress in the game, and all your questions about the design p...

Join us this week as we welcome the content and combat master,  @BltzZ ! First, we learn all about the origins of his name, how video games were a part of growing up, and some of the lessons he's learned along the way. (00:01:02). Next, we expand our minds and get to know each other better in our Mini Game Stretch Break. Finally, we finalize the fantasy in the final part of our discussion as we ex...

Join us for an incredible episode as we welcome the dynamic duo,  @Droogle   and Shoop (https://twitch.tv/ridezeshoopuf)! In Part 1, we dive deep into their journey through content creation, their passion for Final Fantasy, and even how they met (00:01:24-00:41:45)! Next, we soar to new heights in our Mini Game Stretch Break (00:41:45-00:49:17). Finally, in Part 2, we explore their thoughts on gam...

Join us this week for our fantastic and fun interview with prolific Final Fantasy VII video essayist  @Sleepezi ! (00:01:24 - 00:54:23) We learn what drives him to make the types of videos and essays that he does, why and how he processes video games and movies, and his history with video games and film. You don't want to miss this week's mini-game stretch break-- it's a show first! (00:54:23 - 01...

Join us for another episode of the Prof Noctis Show where we are joined by the amazing  @LullyJo ! Find out how Final Fantasy VII helped her find herself and her subsequent journey into content creation and reaction streaming (00:01:05-00:41:32). Next, we have a blast in our mini-game stretch break (00:41:32-00:50:07) and finally discuss her thoughts on the remake trilogy, especially her impressio...

This week we are joined by the spectacular Jesse Cox ( @jessecox )! Learn a little about his history as a teacher (00:01:03-00:23:31), his memories and experiences with John "Total Biscuit" Bane (00:23:31-00:29:31), and his work with the "Monster Prom" series (00:29:31-00:39:32). Then, Jesse shares some advice from his experience with content creation (00:39:32-01:00:02). Next, we have a catastrop...

Join us this week as we welcome the one and only  @FinalFanTV , AKA the Warrior of Hype! Daniel brings the hype as we learn about his history with video games and the Final Fantasy franchise, as well as how he got started with his channel (00:01:16- 00:49:06). Next, you don't want to miss one of our most energetic Mini Game Stretch Breaks so far (00:49:06-00:59:39). Finally, we get into his though...

Join us this week for a fantastic interview with popular content creator Ryan aka  @TheNightSkyPrince . First, we learn about his journey to content creation and about how his Emo phase almost took him down another path (00:01:27-00:32:11).  Find out about what special items from video games we would love to have to deal with our real life problems in our Mini Game Stretch Break (00:32:11-00:39:46...

It's all about Psychology! On this week's episode of the Prof Noctis Show we learn all about  @BioRoxas , a vtuber and popular Final Fantasy and Kingdom Hearts creator! Learn all about how Bio got his start, what a vtuber is, and how his mental health counseling background informs his perspective on games (00:01:27-00:26:57).  During our Mini Game Stretch Break, we get to know each other a little...

#ff7r #ff7rebirth #ff7 #ff7 #ff7r #ff7rebirth  It's finally here! Part 2 of our interview with Schrodinger's Baby Seal (Clarke) kicks off with a recap of his theories on Final Fantasy VII Rebirth 00:00:00-00:23:04. Learn about everyone's advanced problem solving skills as it relates to our own television show ideas as we get to know one another better in our Mini Game Stretch Break 00:23:04-00:34:...