Podcasts by Ryu Ga Go-TALK

RGGT Episode 69: Yakuza 4 The Parasite of Kamurocho from 2022-04-27T11:34:55

Join us with a new character trying to pick apart the plot and playing too much Mah Jong. 

RGGT Episode 68: Yakuza 4 Oath of Brotherhood from 2022-03-15T11:38:29

It's time to find out the truth of what happened 25 years ago. But first, gotta spend 5 hours training fighters with extended rock montages. 

RGGT Episode 67: Yakuza 4 The 25 Year Vacuum from 2022-02-21T09:54:34

On this episode: Kamurocho Underground featuring woodblock carving as Saejima inches forward. 

RGGT Episode 66: Yakuza 4 To the Truth/Tiger and Dragon from 2022-02-06T01:31:42

Double chapter episode, with bonus flashback. Join us as we break out and then relax on the beach. 

RGGT Episode 65: Yakuza 4 The Promise from 2022-01-13T11:34:29

Yakuza 4 continues, and we end our time with Akiyama for the time being. We finally figure out what's going on just in time for it to get way more complicated. 

RGGT Episode 64: Yakuza 4 Trouble in the Tojo Clan from 2021-12-30T10:50:39

Back from holidays with a pile of yen and fingertips, it's Ryu Ga GoTalk. Join us as we continue down Yakuza 4. Short one this week, but we'll be back to full heat power next episode. 

RGGT Episode 63: Yakuza 4 The One from 2021-11-28T04:43:40

We get to know Akiyama a little better in the second chapter of Yakuza 4. 

Notes:
The Riki Takeuchi Loan Shark Program mentioned is the legendary "Minami no Teiō" (Ki...

RGGT Episode 62: Yakuza 4 The Infamous Loanshark from 2021-11-10T10:49:27

Yakuza 4 part 1. 

We're back and with a new game and new character as we meet Akiyama, things become a real mess real fast. 

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RGGT: Episode 61 from 2021-09-22T13:07:29

In this episode something a bit different. The Yakuza series is famous for it's use of celebrity performances, but sometimes things don't work out so well. We go through some of the scandals and...

Episode 60: Premium Adventure the Third from 2021-09-07T12:49:04

We're back and have crawled our way out of the hostess mines to finally put the lid on Yakuza 3. Final judgements and detailed analysis of how bad bowling is are within. 

Episode 59: The End of Ambition from 2021-08-01T12:28:54

Finally we are at the end of Yakuza 3's story. Join us as we talk through the events of the final chapter and consider the game as a whole. 

Episode 58: Crisis from 2021-07-14T12:53:33

Join Akeyo and Felix for one of the best chapters yet. With tragedy, excellent villains and Goku level speed converting enemies-to-friends. 

Episode 57: Unfinished Business from 2021-06-27T12:38:43

Join Akeyo and Felix as we get closer to the end of Yakuza 3, but first some filler episode chapter! Woo. 

Episode 56: The Plot from 2021-06-13T10:53:01

You know things are insane when Majima turning up in a bright pink truck is the most grounded event in a chapter. Join us as we try to understand what the hell is going on.

Episode 55: Mad Dog & Conspirators from 2021-05-30T14:12:36

Another 2 chapter episode. This time 7 & 8. Felix thinks he's figured out Yakuza 3's combat and is immediately rebuked by the game.

Episode 54: The Curtain Rises/Gameplan from 2021-05-15T12:55:18

Another double chapter episode. Majima Suits, Rikiya Tattoos and fighting a half nude fat guy in a love hotel. 

Episode 53: The Man in the Sketch from 2021-05-02T10:41:20

Eventually a Yakuza game will start, but for now some more inoffensive afternoon family sitcom action with "KIryu Orphanage" right after Family Ties. 

Episode 52: Encounter/Power Struggle from 2021-04-20T13:08:18

It's a double header! Man, this hostess minigame IS confusing, ironic. 

Episode 51: New Beginnings from 2021-04-10T04:51:59

Onto Yakuza 3. No parts of this podcast removed to appeal to western audiences. 

Episode 50: Majima Saga from 2021-04-06T12:32:18

Join Felix and Akeyo for a whirlwind recap of the 3 Majima Chapters in KIwami 2. No xp, no levelling, no substories but man, what a karaoke song.

Episode 49: Premium Adventure Kiwami 2 from 2021-03-21T11:17:37

Time to clean up those lingering sub-stories and face off with the Amon Family. 

Episode 48: Decision from 2021-03-10T08:05:45

The final chapter of Kiwami 2's story. Surprises, double surprises and dubiously earned redemption abounds!

Episode 47: Blood and Bonds from 2021-02-27T11:53:28

One chapter to go, and no sign of Jin Goda. Join Akeyo and Felix in this penultimate chapter of Kiwami 2's story, as we work through shocking revelations and binge eating strategies. 

Episode 46: The Go Ryu March from 2021-02-17T11:27:33

Back with Akeyo and Felix as they piece together the events of this chapter, and consider Jin Goda's welfare. 

Episode 45: Settling Accounts from 2021-01-31T12:20:27

Family drama abounds in this episode of Ryu ga go Talk. Join Akeyo and Felix as they work their way through Haruka's unreasonable demands and remember the existence of Jin Goda. 

Episode 44: Osaka Castle from 2021-01-23T11:50:59

Join Akeyo and Felix as they try to come to terms with the implications of a secret underground castle made of gold. 

Episode 43: The Iron Creed from 2021-01-12T11:50:16

We're back! Time to see what's happening with Kiryu and an ease back into Yakuza by slamming 8 hours of hostess club management into ourselves. Welcome to 2021 of Ryu ga Go Talk. Fever Time!

Episode 42: Survivors from 2020-12-23T12:23:15

Unwelcome returning characters, retirement drama, technical ignorance and plenty of Kiryu advice in this episode of Ryu ga go Talk. 

Episode 41: The Omi Invasion from 2020-12-14T09:51:47

Join Akeyo and Felix for the inaugural Koji Shindo dunkfest. 

Episode 40: Suspect from 2020-12-04T11:56:37

Date is a fugitive, Daigo is kidnapped, there's  spy in the Florist's office, but... what if we helped this Korean Pop Star visit the dirty video store?

Episode 39: The Foreign Threat from 2020-11-22T05:31:47

In this episode Akeyo and Felix deal with marauding wrestlers, try to see blood and give important karaoke advice to get maximum emotional impact. 

Episode 38: Schemes from 2020-11-15T02:45:56

Double the fun, double the Kazuki! Time to take on mysterious foreigners with Akeyo and Felix. As well as some non spoilery impressions of Yakuza 7: Like a Dragon and a lament for the modern sty...

Episode 37: Hidden Past from 2020-11-04T10:05:21

With Daigo taken care of by unknown kidnappers we're free to get sidetracked by nonsense and have fun with our ol' pal Majima, plus special appearances by Legendary Japanese Pro Wrestlers.  ...

Episode 36: The Four Kings of Omi from 2020-10-27T12:51:11

We're back. With Claw Machine gripes, cleaning rooms with goon's faces and the exciting return of Cabaret! FOUR SHINE FEVER!

Episode 35: The Yakuza Huntress from 2020-10-22T07:45:36

Join us as we get acquainted with Kaoru Sayama (or is that Saori Kayama?), and catch up with our favourites: Chubby Yakuza holding furniture and blocking doorways. 

Episode 34: The Dragon of Kansai from 2020-10-15T10:51:03

Dragons meet in this episode with Kiryu finally coming face to face with Ryuji Goda. And he doesn't even try to steal his pants! 

Episode 33: Letter of Blood from 2020-10-06T10:33:29

Kiwami 2! Lets go! Oh no, you broke my chairman...

Episode 32: Premium Adventure Kiwami from 2020-09-29T06:55:28

The story may be done, but Amon remains. Join Felix and Akeyo as they run through the last crumbs of Yakuza Kiwami, where they hid all the good sub stories! 

Episode 31: The End of Battle from 2020-09-22T06:42:27

Kiwami is over (well, apart from... him). Join Akeyo and Felix as they recount the conclusion of the story and how much Jingu is a shitty egg-sucking garbage boy who deserves to be in the trash....

Episode 30: Reunited from 2020-09-15T04:36:58

Kiwami nears it's conclusion with shocking deaths and story revelations. Join Akeyo and Felix for this episode of Ryu Ga Go Talk. 

Episode 29: Honor and Humanity from 2020-09-08T13:28:27

Akeyo and Felix near the climax of Yakuza Kiwami, but there's still plenty of time to play around with Majima. Keep on Truckin!

Episode 28: Shape of Love from 2020-09-01T12:48:46

Set course for maximum tragedy as Akeyo and Felix push forward in Kiwami. 

Episode 27: The Rescue from 2020-08-24T11:13:02

Join Akeyo and Felix for an action packed episode with more Chinese Broadswords than you can swing a... pigs head at? 

Episode 26: The Scheme from 2020-08-17T12:05:18

Akeyo and Felix trawl through the multicoloured gangs of Kamurocho and collect some rare currency along the way, 

Episode 25: The Dragon and the Koi from 2020-08-11T06:01:23

Catch up with some old friends, share a drink and destroy every single piece of furniture in Serena for the umpteenth time. It's Ryu Ga Go Talk with Felix and Akeyo.

Episode 24: Father and Child from 2020-08-03T13:57:08

Akeyo and Felix force their way through a Chapter (?) of stunningly irrelevant nonsense. At least Nishiki's story was good...

Episode 23: Purgatory from 2020-07-27T12:53:11

This week Akeyo and Felix get underground, for some reason going underground always involves a gigantic coliseum... Also a Majima update! If you want to avoid Majima everywhere surprises then sk...

Episode 22: An Encounter from 2020-07-20T09:07:41

Akeyo and Felix save the cutest character in the Yakuza series, and Haruka. Plus tips for succeeding in business. 

Episode 21: Funeral of Fists from 2020-07-13T13:59:30

A short chapter with a kickass name. Join Felix and Akeyo for speculation of how much cooler Shimano would be as a bossfight if he were just Geese from Fatal Fury. 

Episode 20: 10 Years Gone from 2020-07-06T13:30:16

Akeyo and Felix come to grips with a changed Kamurocho (and Tojo clan) with 10 years of lost time. At least we still have Majima. 

Episode 19: Fate of a Kinslayer from 2020-06-28T11:50:08

Akeyo and Felix begin Yakuza Kiwami. This version with 100% less Micheal Madsen. 7 years later and things are going really well for everyone, surely this will last. 

Episode 18: Premium Adventure from 2020-06-22T14:09:16

Akeyo and Felix aren't done with 0 yet. Felix sets out to get 100% (and then sets a much more realistic goal, never going to learn shogi). Listen in for a comprehensive review of how much Teleph...

Episode 17: Black and White from 2020-06-14T14:49:58

Get ready for our longest episode yet, as we run through the Finale of Yakuza 0.

Episode 16: Proof of Love from 2020-06-08T14:24:41

Akeyo and Felix close in on the ending of Yakuza 0. Reminisce about Takoyaki, marvel at the speed of this semi blind girl and... is that Ken Watanabe's music? 

Episode 15: Scattered Lights from 2020-06-01T13:40:09

Just when you think things are getting clear a big baldie clutters everything up again! Akeyo and Felix speed ever closer to the conclusion of Yakuza 0.

Episode 14: Unwavering Bonds from 2020-05-25T14:47:42

Akeyo and Felix return to Yakuza 0 for a touching and action packed chapter. Twists, turns and everyone's favourite "Bearded Homeless Man", the true hero of the series. 

Episode 13: Crime and Punishment from 2020-05-17T13:35:21

Shocks and revelations aplenty in this chapter. The show's sign-off is pushed to it's absolute limits. 

Episode 12: Den of Desires from 2020-05-11T13:34:48

Akeyo and Felix return to Yakuza 0, for masked chaos, discussion of how much throws and grappling rule and a week of too many Yakuza movies. Munancho!

Episode 11: A Murky Riverbed from 2020-05-03T12:37:10

Majima-kun vs the deadliest criminals! Akeyo and Felix learn devastating secrets of Osaka tourist icons!

Episode 10: A Mans Worth from 2020-04-26T13:35:16

Revelations aplenty as Akeyo and Felix make their way through chapter 10 of Yakuza 0. The only thing that can stop us now is angry Guinea Pigs!

Episode 9: Ensnared from 2020-04-20T13:22:41

Apologies for the later episode. A speedy chapter, Akeyo and Felix are back with Kiryu and some questionable driving. 

RIP Keiji Fujiwara

Episode 8: Tug of War from 2020-04-12T13:17:28

1000 hours of Hostess club management later... Akeyo and Felix eventually remember this game has a story-line. 

Episode 7: A Dark Escape from 2020-04-05T13:31:41

Akeyo and Felix return to Osaka and Majima. Dark plans, desperation with no escape contrast with FEVER TIME!

Episode 6: The Yakuza Way from 2020-03-29T14:16:15

Akeyo and Felix weave their way through the philosophies of the Dojima Lieutenants, manly tears and try to figure out the logistics of getting a motorcycle into a sewer. 

Episode 5: An Honest Living from 2020-03-22T13:27:11

Back to Tokyo and Kiryu! Akeyo and Felix work through the next chapter, with an extended break in the parallel universe of Real Estate Royale.

Episode 4: Proof of Resolve from 2020-03-15T12:32:49

Things really get moving this week on Ryu ga Go-Talk. Knives, Massages, MASSIVE MEN. Akeyo and Felix navigate the various twists and turns and only get sidetracked to talk about child mortality ...

Episode 3: A Gilded Cage from 2020-03-09T03:08:57

Yakuza 0 continues, with a new town and a new protagonist: everyone's favourite, Majima Goro. Akeyo and Felix discuss Osaka Landmarks, the viability of Chinese Broadswords as concealed weapons a...

Episode 2: The Real Estate Broker in the Shadows from 2020-03-01T12:26:24

Akeyo and Felix continue through Yakuza 0 with chapter 2. We talk through meeting Tachibana, getting a new fighting style, strange toilets, Henry Cavill's face and dip our toes into SUB-STORY CO...

Episode 1: Bound by Oath from 2020-02-24T06:23:06

Akeyo and Felix enter the world of 1988 Kamurocho with the first chapter of Yakuza 0. Karaoke, Drunk Foreigners, confusing amounts of Sandpaper and the question of how quickly you can earn a Gra...

Episode 0 from 2020-02-23T13:07:31

Welcome to Ryu ga Go-Talk. 

This episode Akeyo and Felix gear up and prepare for their trek through SEGA's Yakuza videogame series in episode 0 and get almost immediately sidetracked...