Pony 411

Show Notes: http://pony411.libsyn.com/shownotes Episode 256? Yeah sure, why not? It has a bit of news. Like a new fan game, details on the 200th episode, and more! But not a lot more. After that, Nemesis and Alca7raz talk about the new season 9 episode, "Uprooted!" An episode focusing on the Young Six and the Tree of Harmony. Unfortunately, it feels a bit... off. Plus, Fan Content to wrap things up. Tune in!

Show Notes: http://pony411.libsyn.com/shownotes Welcome back Friendship is Magic with episode 255! An episode that has very little news in it. But it's still interesting, honest! Like those synopses of upcoming episodes. Alca7raz and Nemesis then get into the final premiere of FiM, "The Beginning of The End." In which a bunch happens, like Grogar, Sombra almost winning, Celestia and Luna almost retiring, and more. Plus, some music and a fanfic in Fan Content. So tune in!

Show Notes: http://pony411.libsyn.com/shownotes Episode 254 is here! And it has a bit of news in it. Like charity calendars, comic announcements, and synopses for season 9 episodes. And more! Nemesis and Alca7raz then have two comics to talk about. The first is Friendship is Magic #76, the continuation of the Cosmos arc. The second is IDW Synergy, a not entirely pony comic focusing on women who work for IDW. Then it's "Spring Breakdown," The new Equestria Girls special. In which they're on a boat, and Dash is convinced that there's evil magic. Which upsets everyone else. Tune in!

Show Notes: http://pony411.libsyn.com/shownotes Episode 253 has arrived! It opens with a bit of news, like new toy sightings and con guests. Oh, and that season 9 trailer. That's an emotional ride, that's for sure. Then Alca7raz and Nemesis talk about two new comics, Friendship is Magic #75 and Nightmare Knights #5! The first is a special double issue kicking off a new arc, and the second is the finale to the Nightmare Knights issues. After those, it's time for 5 Equestria Girls shorts. Two came out on YouTube, and the other three on the Discovery Family Go app. Then it's a season 1 episode, "A Bird in the Hoof!" Finally, some music, fanfics, and an animation in Fan Content. So tune in!

Show Notes: http://pony411.libsyn.com/shownotes Time for episode 252! It starts off with the usual news. There's bits like more new toys coming, a survey about conventions, and more. Like that season 9 teaser. Oh boy. Nemesis and Alca7raz then look at the four shorts that came out recently! "Starlight the Hypnotist" and "Sundae, Sundae, Sundae" represent the Friendship is Magic ones. Equestria Girls has "Game Stream" and "Best in Show: The Pre-Show." After that, they take a look at season 1's "A Dog and Pony Show!" In which Rarity saves herself. Plus, some music in Fan Content. So tune in!

Show Notes: http://pony411.libsyn.com/shownotes Episode 251 is out! And it has news, as usual. Some of that news includes con guests, the Kotobukiya Twilight, specials for Equestria Girls and Friendship is Magic, and more. But definitely nothing negative. Nope. Alca7raz and Nemesis do have a handful of shorts to talk about. Two from Friendship is Magic ("Ail-icorn" and "Teacher Of The Month") and two from Equestria Girls ("Sic Skateboard" and "Street Chic"). But then it's the actual big thing this week: season 9 of FiM has been confirmed to be the final season. Quite a lot to say on that and the effect it will have on the fandom.

  Yep, we're doing a new podcast! It's New To Weeaboo, and it's all about anime! Our first episode has just released, and we're excited to share it with you. And we started off with a standout anime from 2018, Zombie Land Saga! Listen to our first episode here: http://newtoweeaboo.libsyn.com Also, no, we're not abandoning pony. We're still gonna be doing that for a bit longer. Look forward to episode 251!

Show Notes: http://pony411.libsyn.com/shownotes Hey look, it's episode 250! Yeah, that many episodes. In this one, there's a bit of news to start things off. Not a lot, but there's some neat Cutie Mark Crew stuff. And a cancelled My Little Pony/Transformers crossover comic that no one is bitter over. Certainly not one of the hosts. Oh, and there's some other news, too. There's also a bunch of discussions this week! Nemesis and Alca7raz have two comics to cover, Friendship is Magic #74 and the MLP IDW 20/20 issue. In the first, Zephyr is getting a bit nervous over his hairstyling abilities, and in the second, the mane 6 go back in time and meet themselves! After those, there are three shorts, "Rarity's Biggest Fan," "The Craft of Cookies," and "Street Magic With Trixie." Finally the two of them talk about shipping! It's been a while since the last time, and quite a few new ships have appeared. So tune in!

Show Notes: http://pony411.libsyn.com/shownotes Time for episode 249! Including its news. What news? News like con guests, new toys appearing in stores, a trailer for the new Equestria Girls shorts, and more. After that done with, Alca7raz and Nemesis check out Nightmare Knights #4, the newest comic! In which there's a lore dump. Then it's the two Equestria Girls season 2 shorts that have been released, "Reboxing w/ Spike" and "DIY w/ Applejack." For our main discussion, it's "Green Isn't Your Color," a season 1 episode that inspired some unusual conversation. Plus, a song and a fanfic in Fan Content. So tune in!

Show Notes: http://pony411.libsyn.com/shownotes Episode 248 is here! For the new year of 2019. And it comes with... not much news. But it's news nonetheless. Some of it includes con guests, fan games releasing, and a new Build-A-Bear pony. And more! Nemesis and Alca7raz then get into "Over a Barrel," the season 1 episode. And it carries with it a long discussion on colonialism (yes, really), including how this episode touched on it and did so very poorly. Among other things. Then it's some Fan Content at the end. So tune in!

Show Notes: http://pony411.libsyn.com/shownotes Welcome to episode 247! Only a bit of news for this week, it IS just before a major holiday, after all. But it still has some interesting stuff, like con announcements, new toys, Hasbro indoor theme parks, and more. Alca7raz and Nemesis have several topics to get through, starting with Nightmare Knights #3, in which the heist goes wrong. Then it's Friendship is Magic #73, where Fluttershy starts to act like her animals. Plus there's the 3 recent Hearth's Warming shorts. And the final discussion topic, season 1's "Dragonshy!" Also some music and fanfiction in Fan Content. So tune in!

Show Notes: http://pony411.libsyn.com/shownotes Episode 246, why not? It starts off with a bunch of news from the last two weeks! Cutie Mark Crew toys, awards, a holiday phone line, Hearth's Warming shorts on Chinese websites, and more. Nemesis and Alca7raz then take a look at Nightmare Knights #2! The story is still setting up, so there's not a lot to talk about quite yet, though. But after that, they discuss season 1's "The Show Stoppers!" In which the CMC are oblivious. As was the usual, really. Finally, some music in Fan Content. So tune in!

Show Notes: http://pony411.libsyn.com/shownotes Time for episode 245! Hope the second half of November has been kind to you. Some pony news did happen, including several con announcements, new toys coming out, the score to the MLP Movie being released, and more! Alca7raz and Nemesis then talk about "Feeling Pinkie Keen!" A season 1 episode that drew a fair bit of criticism back in the day. And honestly, it kinda deserves it. They get into why over the course of the discussion. Plus, some music and a fic in Fan Content. So tune in!

Show Notes: http://pony411.libsyn.com/shownotes Episode 244 is here! It's been a couple weeks, so we have a decent amount of news for you. Some of it includes a fan project that came to an abrupt end, early toy releases, the first Equestria Girls movie's disappearance, and more! Nemesis and Alca7raz then have a quick review of the newest MLP comic, Friendship is Magic #72! In which Applejack and Apple Bloom bake a pie. It's more interesting than it sounds. Plus, they talk about season 9! Specifically, what they want to see. And not see. Finally, some Fan Content with 2 songs and a fanfic. So tune in!

Show Notes: http://pony411.libsyn.com/shownotes Welcome to episode 243! This episode happens to include some news. For example, Ponies the Anthology 7 is coming, another set of comics have been translated to Japanese, and "Best Gift Ever" has a Netflix release date. Plus more! Alca7raz and Nemesis watched "Best Gift Ever!" An extra postseason holiday special. And it was actually a lot of fun. Tons of things to like (pudding!), and a couple of minor complaints. Plus, Fan Content has 3 songs for you to listen to. So tune in!

Show Notes: http://pony411.libsyn.com/shownotes Episode 242 is a thing! In it, there's news. News like Hasbro's possible layoffs, the season 9 episode count, and more. Not a lot more, because things are a bit slow right now. Nemesis and Alca7raz then talk about Nightmare Knights #1! The first in a new comic series. It's a bit darker than the other comics, and it's definitely caught our eye. After that, they talk about season 8! Overall thoughts about what went right and wrong, plus our lists of episodes from worst to best. Plus some Fan Content. So tune in!

Show Notes: http://pony411.libsyn.com/shownotes Episode 241 is here! And it has news! A certain Pinkie Pie statue is up for preorder, random new screenshots from upcoming Equestria Girls content, and more! But not a lot more. Nemesis then interviews the developers of the Equestria at War mod for Hearts of Iron IV! They talk a lot about their project, and you should probably check it out. Then he and Alca7raz talk about the season 8 finale, "School Raze!" A lot there, including the obvious villain Cozy Glow. Plus, a new animation in Fan Content Tune in!

Show Notes: http://pony411.libsyn.com/shownotes Episode 240! And it has news. Some of that news includes the possible sort-of-return of Toys"R"Us, a surprise comic, and that Equestria Girls music video. Rarity broke the internet. Nemesis and Alca7raz then talk about Friendship is Magic #71! A comic which is very clearly Nightmare Night themed. Then it's "Father Knows Beast," a season 8 episode. In which Spike meets his dad! Or does he? After that, Fan Content has three songs and a fanfic. So tune in!

Show Notes: http://pony411.libsyn.com/shownotes Time for episode 239! It has news! Like Everfree rectifying mistakes, Rollercoaster of Friendship getting on Netflix, and more! Not a lot more, because there's not that much. Alca7raz and Nemesis then review Ponyville Mysteries #5, the final issue in the series! Plus, a bit of talk about the series overall. Then it's "Sounds of Silence!" The season 8 episode that introduces the Kirin. To much fandom rejoicing. Plus, some music in Fan Content. So tune in!

Show Notes: http://pony411.libsyn.com/shownotes Welcome to episode 238! News aplenty this week. There are bits like fan games, McDonald's toys, new comics, and more. Nemesis and Alca7raz have a bit of an upsetting topic to start the discussion, namely recent problem with the board president of Everfree Northwest. They wish they didn't have to talk about it, but it can't be ignored. On a lighter note, there's the season 8 episode, "What Lies Beneath!" The student six have to deal with crazy stuff under the school. Plus, some Fan Content. So tune in!