ZUCast: The Zelda Universe Podcast

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The Legend of Zelda community discussion hosted by the Zelda Universe team. Discussions cover recent Zelda news and highlight the works and experiences of Zelda fans.

  1. 11H AGO

    ZUCast: The Zelda Universe Podcast – Feb 2026) 3 Major Design Choices for the Next 3D Zelda Game

    Happy 40th Anniversary to The Legend of Zelda and welcome to another episode of the Zelda Universe Podcast. This month, Connor, Jason, and Joshua begin the festivities by looking at some unique variations in releases of "The Adventure of Link," and then take it's most iconic enemy to its most recent showing in Hyrule Warriors. After looking at a humorous way for Ravio to pass the time, the trio look to the future of Zelda in earnest, as Joshua shares what he thinks Nintendo should consider as they plan the next major Zelda title. Welcome! 0:00 - 2:11 Zelda's Study - The differences between the EN and JP "Adventure of Link" - https://zeldauniverse.net/2026/01/13/zeldas-study-differences-between-jp-and-en-copies-copies-of-adventure-of-link/ 2:11 - 18:12 Bombers' Notebook - Dark Link (Hyrule Warriors) - https://zeldauniverse.net/2026/01/10/bombers-notebook-dark-link-hyrule-warriors/ 18:12 - 33:47 Yuga's Art Gallery - "What are you up to now, Ravio?" Art by Betty Kwong. - https://zeldauniverse.net/2026/01/09/yugas-art-gallery-saving-hyrule-with-a-little-help-from-your-feathered-friends/ 33:47 - 43:41 Feature - 3 Major Design Choices I want to see in the next 3D Legend of Zelda Game -https://zeldauniverse.net/features/3-major-design-choices-i-want-to-see-in-the-next-3d-legend-of-zelda-game/ 43:41 - 1:29:35 Happy 40th to the Legend of Zelda and Happy 25th to Zelda Universe! 1:29:35 - 1:32:00

    1h 32m

  2. JAN 24

    ZUCast: The Zelda Universe Podcast – Jan 2026) Dungeons and Dragons: Zelda Edition?

    Happy 2026 and welcome back to the Zelda Universe Podcast. Connor, Zara, and Jason kick off Zelda's 40th with their expectations of the year's celebrations. The discussion then turns to the Zelda/Ghibli connections and Link's lonely destiny, before looking at the potential for the series in the tabletop world. Happy New Year! Happy New Year! 0:00 - 5:30 Zelda's 40th Predictions 5:30 - 31:53 Medli's Melodies - Zelda's Merry-Go-Round by Lufas. https://zeldauniverse.net/2025/12/08/... 31:53 - 48:06 Yuga's Art Gallery - Not Always a Hero. Art by Jeananas https://zeldauniverse.net/2025/12/12/... | 48:06 - 1:08:00 Feature - Dungeons and Dragons: Zelda Edition? https://zeldauniverse.net/features/du... 1:08:00 - 1:30:47 See you next time! 1:30:47 - 1:31:45

    1h 32m

  3. 12/18/2025

    ZUCast: The Zelda Universe Podcast – Dec 2025) Voice Acting in Zelda Before Breath of the Wild

    We’ve reached the end of 2025 and a full year of monthly installments of The Zelda Universe Podcast. Thanks to all of you for hearing our voices as we discuss these memorable aspects of Hyrule and this wonderful franchise. In this month’s installment, Connor, Cayden, and Jared take a look at both characters and enemies that have endured through the ages, then share their thoughts about the challenges Zelda has enduring through those ages. In our feature of the month, Jared shares his appreciation for the minimalist approach the franchise has taken towards voice acting, and the team look towards the voice Link has yet to use. Introduction 0:00 - 4:35 Bomber’s Notebook – Malon (Four Swords Adventures) https://zeldauniverse.net/2025/11/01/bombers-notebook-malon-four-swords-adventures/ 4:35 – 22:32 Zelda’s Study – Zol (Legend of Zelda, Echoes of Wisdom) https://zeldauniverse.net/2025/11/04/zeldas-study-death-and-rebirth-of-the-zol/ 22:32 - 31:07 Yuga’s Art Gallery – Sorrow Flowing Down – Art by Icezimy (Twilight Princess) https://zeldauniverse.net/2025/11/28/yugas-art-gallery-sorrow-flowing-down/ 31:07  - 41:16 Feature – The Top 5 Instances of Voice Acting in The Legend of Zelda Before Breath of the Wild - https://zeldauniverse.net/features/the-top-5-instances-of-voice-acting-in-the-legend-of-zelda-before-breath-of-the-wild/ 41:16 – 1:01:35 Link’s Voice 1:01:35 – 1:19:30 See you in 2026! 1:19:30 – 1:20:58

    1h 21m

  4. 11/25/2025

    ZUCast: The Zelda Universe Podcast – Nov 2025) Reluctant Companionship in The Legend of Zelda

    In a franchise full of companions, is funny to see how many don't want really want to be there. In this month's edition of the Zelda Universe Podcast, Connor, Jason, and Caitlin take a quick look at the newly released "Age of Imprisonment" before looking back at recurring friends and a familiar face-off. Then, in our feature of the month, Caitlin shares her thoughts on Link's companions and how necessity, rather than friendship, brings them together. Welcome 0:00 - 4:29 Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment - Spoiler-free Review 4:29 - 19:57 Zelda's Study) Telma's Resistance Across the Ages (Twilight Princess, Skyward Sword) https://zeldauniverse.net/2025/10/07/zeldas-study-telmas-resistance-across-the-ages/ 19:57 - 33:03 Yuga's Art Gallery) An Old Battle Reimagined - Art by Pikminion (Legend of Zelda, A Link to the Past) https://zeldauniverse.net/2025/10/03/yugas-art-gallery-an-old-battle-reimagined/ 33:03 - 44:25 Feature) Reluctant Companionship in The Legend of Zelda https://zeldauniverse.net/features/reluctant-companionship-in-the-legend-of-zelda/ 44:25 - 1:18:21 See you next time! 1:18:21 - 1:19:47

    1h 19m

  5. 11/07/2025

    ZUCast: The Zelda Universe Podcast – Oct 2025) The Top Fire Environments in Zelda

    Welcome to the October edition of The Zelda Universe Podcast. In this episode, Connor and Cayden are joined by Features Editor Jeff as they discuss incidental sidequests in Wind Waker and Breath of the Wild along with Ocarina of Time's grimdark designs. Then the trio focus on the different dungeons and lands focused on the element of fire throughout the series. Welcome! 0:00 - 1:10 Zelda's Study - Moe the Moblin's Letter (Wind Waker) https://zeldauniverse.net/2025/09/09/... 1:10 - 14:49 Realm of Memories - The Ossuary of the Occult (Ocarina of Time)  http://zeldauniverse.net/2025/09/25/r... 14:49 - 27:52 Bomber's Notebook - Leekah (Breath of the Wild)  https://zeldauniverse.net/2025/09/06/... 27:52 - 41:57 Feature - The 10 Most Memorable Volcanic Environments in the Legend of Zelda https://zeldauniverse.net/features/th... 41:57 - 1:31:34 See You Next Time! 1:31:34 - 1:32:23

    1h 32m

  6. 11/07/2025

    ZUCast: The Zelda Universe Podcast – September 2025) Defending the Difficulty of The Adventure of Link

    Welcome to the September edition of The Zelda Universe Podcast. In this episode, Connor and new Features writer Alex discuss Fi and Skyward Sword before looking at the Goddess Din's influence on Hyrule then looking at an age where everything - even Zelda - was getting a board game. They are then joined by Jason to discuss the immense difficulty curve of The Adventure of Link, and why that may actually be a good thing. Welcome! 0:00 - 1:44 Medli's Melody's - Fi's Theme (Skyward Sword) https://zeldauniverse.net/2025/08/25/medlis-melodies-the-elegance-and-fragmentation-of-fis-theme/ 1:44 - 18:29 Bomber's Notebook - Din (Ocarina of Time) https://zeldauniverse.net/2025/08/09/bombers-notebook-din-ocarina-of-time/ 18:29 - 30:25 Tetra's Treasures - The Legend of Zelda Board Game) https://zeldauniverse.net/2025/08/26/tetras-treasures-the-legend-of-zelda-board-game/ 30:25 - 45:14 Feature - Defending the Difficulty of The Adventure of Link) http://zeldauniverse.net/features/defending-the-difficulty-of-zelda-ii-the-adventure-of-link/ 45:14 - 1:34:38 See You Next Time! 1:34:38 - 1:35:40

    1h 36m

  7. 08/21/2025

    ZUCast: The Zelda Universe Podcast – August 2025) The Case for a New Wind Waker-esque Zelda

    Welcome to the August edition of ZUCast. This month, Connor and Cayden are joined by new Features writer, Dominic, to explore a prog rock take on Ocarina of Time before looking at the nature of gods in Zelda and how it feels to have all your equipment ripped from you. They then discuss the emotional core of Zelda adventures and how Wind Waker demonstrates how to create attachments to characters. Welcome! 0:00 - 1:16 Medli's Melodies - Tempo of Time (Ocarina of Time Prog Rock) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pDH3g6rRjM8 1:16 - 12:12 Bomber's Notebook - Cyclos (Wind Waker) 12:12 - 22:00 Realm of Memories - A Major Test of Wit (Breath of the Wild / Tears of the Kingdom) 22:00 - 34:04 Featured Article - The Case for Another Wind Waker-esque Legend of Zelda Adventure 34:04 - 1:02:36 See you next time! 1:02:36 - 1:06:05

    1h 6m

  8. 07/26/2025

    ZUCast: The Zelda Universe Podcast – July 2025) The Strange Peace of the Era of the Wilds

    Welcome to the July Edition of the Zelda Universe Podcast. This month, Connor, Jason, and Caitlin reminisce about the musical memories at the ranch before learning a thing or two about sumo wrestling in Twilight Princess and looking at a fruity easter egg in Majora's Mask. Our featured discussion takes us to the Era of the Wilds and the calm environments that hide its tragic past. Welcome! 0:00 - 1:07 Medli's Melodies - Ranch (Echoes of Wisdom) 1:07 - 12:53 Realm of Memories - The Original Gut Check Rock (Twilight Princess) 12:53 - 24:27 Zelda's Study - An Easter Egg in the Hag's Potion Shop (Majora's Mask) 24:27 - 36:13 Featured Article - The Strange Peace of the Era of the Wilds (Breath of the Wild/Tears of the Kingdom) 36:13 - 1:06:41 See you next time! 1:06:41 - 1:07:35

    1h 8m
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