Best Awesome Future Studio Podcasts (2025)

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GTA 6: How Big Will its Pop Culture Impact Be? – Unlocked 707 1:07:44

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We begin IGN's Xbox show this week by discussing the alleged (but still unconfirmed as of recording) pricing of the Xbox ROG Ally X handheld gaming PC, including what the huge apparent gap in price between the base model and the top-end model means for each one. And then our main topic is around GTA 6: a new Rockstar job listing makes a big but fai…

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Infrastructure is Sexy & Fun: Nokia’s Top Trend Scout on Enterprise Innovation - Leslie Shannon 33:57

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Please join me in celebrating the 44th, and final episode of Season 1, with a very, very special guest. We'll be back soon with more stories of innovation and entrepreneurship from founders, CEO's and Product Leaders of disruptive and innovative products. - Nathan C. Leslie Shannon, Head of Trend and Innovation Scouting at Nokia, reveals how a 160-…

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Building an Ecosystem of 3D Tools to Empower Creators - Thaisa Yamamura 37:17

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With over a decade in XR and a career that began in marketing and product development, Thaisa Yamamura is dedicated to bridging the gap between complex engineering and creative user needs, bringing innovative 3D, XR, and spatial computing technologies from prototype to market. Thaisa Yamamura is the Head of XR Products and Business Development at S…

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Is Forza Horizon 6’s Reveal Imminent? – Unlocked 706 1:19:50

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With rumors swirling and Microsoft confirming a Tokyo Game Show livestream, we discuss whether or not we might be about to get a reveal of Forza Horizon 6. Plus: Hollow Knight: Silksong and Indiana Jones and the Great Circle DLC impressions, former Xbox and industry execs weigh in on Xbox Game Pass, and more! 00:00:00 - Intro & Humble Bundle00:03:4…

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DreamPark, Scaling Play in the Real World with Downloadable Theme Parks — Aidan Wolf 37:57

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Aidan Wolf is the Co-Founder and CEO of DreamPark, a company reinventing the future of theme parks by bringing massive, multiplayer, mixed-reality experiences anywhere—malls, parks, or even your own backyard. With a background spanning games, social apps, and AR, Aidan and his team are proving that immersive play can spark joy, community, and real-…

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Hollow Knight: Silksong First Impressions – Unlocked 705 1:08:36

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The long-anticipated Hollow Knight: Silksong is finally out the day this episode publishes, and so we brought in Logan Plant from our Nintendo Voice chat to discuss his thoughts so far after he played it at a recent Xbox event and PAX West. Plus: our reactions to the first gameplay deep-dive of IO Interactive's 007: First Light, a discussion around…

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Helping Enterprises Remove Barriers for Adopting AI and XR - Shelley Peterson 30:14

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Meet the humble leader who used AR to send women to the moon and saved millions along the way! (And that's just one of the impressive things she's done with XR and AI!) Shelley Peterson is the founder of Wizard Wells and a pioneering leader in applying augmented reality (AR), mixed reality (MR), and AI to solve real-world enterprise problems. Drawi…

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5 Rad Games We’re Playing Right Now – Unlocked 704 1:04:09

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We're drowning in a sea of awesome games this week! Between the three of us, we've been playing a couple of big new releases (Gears of War Reloaded and Metal Gear Solid Delta) and a few hot upcoming games we want to tell you about (Replaced, The Outer Worlds 2, and LEGO Voyagers). Join us! 00:00 - Intro 02:02 - A Bioshock Update 12:15 - Gears of Wa…

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Two Bowsers, Two Views on XR - Dr. Diane Bowser, PhD 33:39

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Dr. Diane Bowser is Senior Manager of Emerging Technologies at Lenovo and founder of CodeReal, bringing a rare blend of R&D leadership, arts background, and startup hustle to the world of XR (extended reality) and wearables. Key Takeaways: Bridging Startup and Enterprise: Diane operates at the intersection of nimble startup energy (CodeReal) and sc…

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Unexpected Treasures, A Career in Innovative Media - Christina Heller 33:54

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Christina Heller is an Senior Producer at Meta Reality Labs Entertainment and multimedia producer with over 11 years of experience in XR innovation. From launching two startups—VR Playhouse and Meta Stage—to producing indie film "Unexpected Treasures," Christina embodies the creative spirit that drives breakthrough storytelling across emerging medi…

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BioShock 4’s Development Hell – Unlocked 703 1:18:29

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We react to a new since-confirmed report that 2K's new BioShock game continues to find its footing. We discuss where the project is and what the BioShock IP still means to gamers. Plus: Helldivers 2's upcoming Xbox release looks to be extra special thanks to an apparent Halo: ODST crossover, another Xbox exclusive appears to be canceled, and more! …

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Special Episode: Remembering Mark Wojtowicz of the 360Vegas Podcast/Blog & The Goodtimes 32:01

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Today we are talking about a person who holds a special place in our hearts in the las vegas podcast community, As we have lost a fellow Vegas Enthusiast/Blogger/Podcaster/Author but most of all a GREAT FRIEND. So today episode is all about our interactions with the 360Vegas podcast and why we went to the majority of the events held by Mark & crew.…

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Education is Freedom - James Keyes 37:14

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Jim Keyes, bestselling author of “Education is Freedom” and former CEO of Blockbuster and 7-Eleven, is a living example of how access to knowledge can transform a life. Jim’s journey began in a tumultuous, disrupted household, where independence was forced on him at an early age. Rather than letting these disadvantages define him, Jim embraced educ…

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We’re Eating Good With Battlefield 6 and Grounded 2 – Unlocked 702 1:22:57

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This week on Unlocked, we dive into the finer details of Battlefield 6 after a hands-on preview and find a return to form for EA’s long-running shooter franchise. But we also dig into Grounded 2’s early access to see how Obsidian keeps cooking up good games for 2025. We also look at the latest Game Pass revenue numbers in contrast to the recent lay…

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From Warhammer to 15 Million in ARR with Augmented Reality and Robots - Nils Pihl 39:18

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Nils Pihl is the CEO and founder of Auki Labs, a deep-tech company redefining how augmented reality (AR) can power meaningful social and business experiences. What started in 2019 as a passion project to create AR overlays for tabletop games like Warhammer quickly evolved into a multimillion-dollar company at the forefront of spatial computing. Nil…

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Xbox Backs Off of $80 Games…For Now – Unlocked 701 1:23:34

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Lots to talk about this week! We start by discussing the latest releases and games we're previewing, including Grounded 2, Ninja Gaiden Ragebound, and Shinobi: Art of Vengeance. Then we hit on Helldivers 2 making a surprise jump to Xbox, chat about the rumored pricing for the Xbox ROG Ally handheld, celebrate Hollow Knight: Silksong being playable …

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Making Future Interpersonal Connections More Engaging with AI - Cathy Hackl 29:04

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Cathy Hackl, renowned futurist and CE “Godmother of the Metaverse,” is at the forefront of exploring how AI and immersive technologies are transforming human relationships, intimacy, and connection. In this episode, Cathy shares her personal experiments dating AI “boyfriends,” her vision for the future of dating, and why she believes technology can…

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Former Xbox Exec on the Past, Present, and Future of Xbox – Unlocked 700 1:28:01

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Former Xbox executive Greg Canessa – creator of Xbox Live Arcade – joins us for our 700th episode to share some awesome inside-baseball stories from his days at Xbox. He also talks about his perspective on Xbox today from the business side of things (including his thoughts on the Activision-Blizzard acquisition), as well as how he feels about Xbox'…

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Making VR Profitable and Leading Emerging Technology for the Enterprise - Alex Rühl 36:04

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Alex Rühl is an award-winning immersive creator, technologist, and innovation leader whose career spans VR content creation, enterprise consulting, and emerging technology strategy. As founder of Cats Are Not Peas and former Head of Emerging Tech at PwC, Alex has helped shape how global organizations adopt and scale immersive technologies. Key Take…

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The Depressing Aftermath of Xbox’s Huge Layoffs – Unlocked 699 1:23:23

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We sort through the aftermath of Xbox's devastating layoffs from last week, including updates on the status of where Perfect Dark was, what's left of the Turn 10 team, how Microsoft's AI investments may have played a part in all of this, and much more. 00:00:00 - Intro00:03:42 - Perfect Dark 00:16:40 - The Future for Halo 00:26:05 - Elder Scrolls O…

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Re-Wiring Our Relationship with the Nervous System to Drive Growth - Megan Moseley 20:52

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Megan Moseley is a somatic therapist and embodiment coach at BodyWise, with a 36-year background in physical therapy and extensive training in somatic psychology, interpersonal neurobiology, nervous system resiliency, trauma release exercise, and embodiment coaching. She integrates these disciplines to help individuals and organizations shift from …

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Assessing Xbox’s Layoffs, Game Cancellations, and Studio Closures – Unlocked 698 1:19:43

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As expected, layoffs at Microsoft and Xbox did happen this week, and they were unbelievably brutal. Approximately 9,000 people reportedly got laid off, multiple games were canceled, and entire studios were shut down. We sort through the wreckage on this week's Unlocked. 00:00 - Intro 00:11:12 - Assessing Xbox’s Layoffs00:24:33 - ZeniMax Online’s Ne…

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Xbox's 2026 Looks STACKED – Unlocked 697 1:32:43

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This year's Xbox Showcase was very good, but next year's Showcase should be absolutely jam-packed with Xbox's A-listers, from Halo to Gears of War to Fable and Forza Horizon. And not just that, Fall 2026 should be one of the biggest quarter of releases in Xbox history. Plus: Xbox's curious collab with Meta Quest, our bigger-picture perspective on r…

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Trying to Make a Nickel with Tech and Stories — Charlie Fink Pt. 2 22:17

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Part Two: Charlie Fink is a veteran of the extended reality (XR) and tech media industries, known for his Forbes column, the AI/XR Podcast, having attended AWE (Augmented World Expo) nine times, written three books, and taught as a professor at Chapman University. His work now blends XR, AI, and storytelling, with a focus on what’s new and breaking…

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Dissecting Xbox’s Next-Gen Announcement – Unlocked 696 1:17:31

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We kick off by talking about the games we got to play behind closed doors after the Xbox Showcase: The Outer Worlds 2, Gears of War Reloaded, and Ninja Gaiden 4. And then we dig into our main topic: Xbox's next-gen hardware announcement. We analyze what it means, what it doesn't, and discuss where Xbox is going. ****** 00:00 - Intro 03:00 - Outer W…

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Trying to Make a Nickel with Tech and Stories — Charlie Fink Pt. 1 25:13

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Charlie Fink is a leading voice in the world of innovation, extended reality (XR), and technology storytelling. Best known for his Forbes column, the AI/XR Podcast, and a decades-long career spanning Disney Animation, AOL, and multiple startups, Charlie shares his insider’s journey from the VHS era of Disney classics to the frontlines of AI-generat…

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Inside the Tony Hawk 3 + 4 Remake, The Outer Worlds 2 , & FBC: Firebreak - Unlocked | IGN Live 2025 36:31

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In this jam-packed IGN Live 2025 special, we’re diving into three games revealed in the Xbox Games Showcase 2025. First, Daemon Hatfield joins Obsidian Entertainment for a deep dive into The Outer Worlds 2, then Remedy stops by to talk FBC: Firebreak. Finally, Tom Jorgenson sits down with Iron Galaxy to break down the long-awaited Tony Hawk’s Pro S…

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The Best Announcements from the Xbox Games Showcase 2025 - Unlocked 695 46:51

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The Xbox Games Showcase delivered big reveals and we’ve got thoughts. In this episode, we break down the biggest surprises and top takeaways from the show, including the ROG Ally Xbox handheld, Clockwork Revolution, Call of Duty Black Ops 7, the return of Persona 4, and Final Fantasy’s Xbox debut. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.f…

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Solving the Problem of Fragmented, Unstructured Customer Insights - Dwayne King 23:37

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Dwayne King is the CEO and Co-Founder of Rutabaga, a startup building a decision intelligence engine that turns fragmented, unstructured customer insights into actionable knowledge accessible across the organization. Rutabaga’s mission is to help companies become genuinely customer-centric by eliminating the barriers between scattered data, institu…

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Understanding the Brain and Unlocking Human Performance with 3D Tools - Johnny Hartman 30:20

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Johnny Hartman is the founder and CEO of Vision Systems, a company pioneering the use of advanced 3D visualization and neurotechnology to better understand the brain and unlock human performance. Drawing on his background in both neuroscience and immersive technology, Johnny is building tools that allow researchers, clinicians, and athletes to visu…

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AI-driven Healthcare Transformation - Patty Hayward Talkdesk 37:09

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Patty Hayward is the General Manager of Healthcare and Life Sciences at Talkdesk, where she leads innovation at the intersection of AI, technology, and patient experience for healthcare organizations. Key Takeaways Deep Personal Motivation: Patty’s passion for patient experience stems from her family’s struggle navigating complex healthcare for her…

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What Xbox Era Would You Like to Relive? – Unlocked 694 1:28:34

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IGN Live is nearly here and we have a limited number of complimentary tickets for it! Head here and use the code "UNLOCKEDGUEST" to get a complimentary GA ticket for Saturday or Sunday: ⁠www.ign.com/liveWe kick off by discussing the specific Xbox eras we'd most like to go back in time to and relive – from Halo 2 to Rock Band, among others – before …

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Doom: The Dark Ages and Elden Ring Nightreign Reactions – Unlocked 693 1:13:17

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IGN's Doom: The Dark Ages reviewer (and Doom superfan) Mitchell Saltzman joins fellow Doom superfan Ryan McCaffrey to discuss id software's just-released prequel: how it compares to Doom Eternal, why we love it, where the series goes from here, and more. Plus: Mitchell talks about his visit to From Software to play a ton of Elden Ring Nightreign as…

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Creating an Ecosystem of Value for the Future of Education - Julie Smithson 31:07

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Julie Smithson is the CEO of MetaVRse and co-founder of 6ix Ventures, a mission-driven family of companies building an ecosystem for the next generation of educational innovation. Recognized as a pioneering entrepreneur, Julie brings a unique blend of hands-on experience from launching 200+ immersive projects and a personal commitment to preparing …

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Xbox’s Price Hikes Are Maddening – Unlocked 692 1:38:26

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In a huge week of Xbox news, we're discussing Xbox's massive, demoralizing, and unprecedented price increases five years into the console generation. Plus: we gush over the new GTA 6 trailer, celebrate the return of Gears of War 1 via a new remaster, discuss the just-leaked images of ROG's officially licensed Xbox handheld PC, and more!00:00:00 - I…

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Helping Small Businesses in the Heartland Grow in the AI Age - Ashley Coffey 31:38

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Ashley Coffey is the CEO of Coffey and Consult and host of the Coffey and Code podcast. She specializes in bridging the gap between technology and people, helping small and medium-sized businesses—especially in Oklahoma and the Midwest—leverage emerging technologies like AI for efficiency, profitability, and empowerment. Key Takeaways: Making Tech …

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Did Borderlands 4 Just Give Us a GTA 6 Release Hint? – Unlocked 691 1:52:23

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On this week's Xbox show, we discuss how Borderlands 4's release date just moved up, and whether or not it means it's getting out of GTA 6...possibly in October? But maybe there's another game it's avoiding... Plus: Assassin's Creed Shadows' strong sales debut, Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 gets a hilarious new playable Operator, Clair Obscur: Expediti…

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Episode 137: Hotels in Las Vegas are now starting to offer all inclusive drink & Food packages, But are they worth it? Wrestlemania blows the doors off allegiant stadium + More crazy casino stories... 32:28

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Today we are noticing more las vegas properties starting to offer all inclusive packages that offer food and gaming and other benefits like daybeds up at stadium swim. We break down 3 different packages from The Plaza & Circa starting this upcoming summer and decide which is the best bang for you buck! Will we start to see more of these offered in …

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Building Startup Brands that Provide Value, Faster - Melissa Hollis 36:08

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Melissa Hollis is the CEO and co-founder of Taylor Street Collective, a marketing and go-to-market strategy firm focused on helping startups and startup-adjacent service providers clarify their messaging and accelerate their growth. With a background as the “vicarious entrepreneur,” Melissa has built her career by becoming the first marketing hire …

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The Oblivion Remaster Is Even Better Than We’d Hoped – Unlocked 690 1:19:53

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It's raining RPGs on Xbox Game Pass this week as the long-rumored/leaked Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered finally got released – and it's even better than we'd hoped. We discuss why it's fantastic and what it means for other Bethesda remasters (Fallout 3, anyone?) and The Elder Scrolls VI. Plus: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has also arrived and…

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The Power of Live Switching 20:58

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Live switching technology transforms video production efficiency, allowing real-time editing during filming that saves countless hours in post-production while maintaining professional quality. We explore how this approach revolutionized a recent project where we captured 80+ educational videos in just five days. • Live switching records final edit…

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The Oblivion Remaster Keeps Leaking – Unlocked 689 1:03:05

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Bethesda's "secret" remaster of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion keeps leaking. We'll talk about what we learned from this week's leak, when you can play it (hint: VERY SOON), how it'll hit for a generation of Elder Scrolls fans that have only ever known Skyrim, and more. Plus: our Mount Rushmore of RPGs, Xbox Game Pass's incredible second wave in Ap…

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Building a Microbial Metaverse to Teach Health Sciences in VR with Visual and Kinesthetic Learning 47:16

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Dr. Jane Harrington is the CEO and Co-founder of Med Micro Maps, a company developing virtual reality experiences to teach microbiology and infectious disease concepts. Key Takeaways: Med Micro Maps uses VR to create immersive, mission-based games for life science learners to explore viruses and bacteria. The company's approach combines color-codin…

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The Outer Worlds 2 Looks Awesome – Unlocked 688 1:14:53

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We covered a ton of ground this week, from The Outer Worlds 2 looking awesome so far after we got to visit Obsidian for our exclusive IGN First coverage, to Doom: The Dark Ages being fantastic but very different from Doom Eternal based on our four hours of hands-on time with it, to the Minecraft movie's big opening weekend and what other Xbox prope…

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Using AI & Lab Data to Improve and Personalize Healthcare – Julie Schulz, MD and Mike Dovidio 31:42

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Julie Schulz and Mike Dovidio are innovators at Avalon Healthcare Solutions, focusing on using lab data and AI to improve healthcare outcomes, particularly in managing GLP1 medications and addressing rising healthcare costs. Key Takeaways: Avalon uses lab values data to help improve the quality and cost-effectiveness of care, especially in laborato…

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The Final Word on South of Midnight - Unlocked 687 1:27:02

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This week on Unlocked, Michael and Miranda are joined by GameSpot's Jordan Ramée to talk all about the latest Xbox exclusive, South of Midnight, now that we have reviewed it and we explore our own connections to American South. We also touch on previews for Doom: The Dark Ages and the ongoing saga of where Hollow Knight Silksong is. And we find a w…

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We Demand a Translucent Xbox - Unlocked 686 58:43

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This week on Unlocked, Miranda and Michael go over the biggest reveals for Minecraft Live 2025 (new mobs!), discuss the Backbone One Xbox Edition and how they hope Xbox's latest neat peripheral designs influence their next major device releases, and round out the show by discussing two games coming to Xbox shown during the Nintendo Direct. Learn mo…

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Behind the Illusion: How Studio Set Construction Transforms Video Production 19:43

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Have you ever wondered how TV shows get those perfect camera angles in tiny bathrooms, or how commercials transform ordinary rooms into extraordinary spaces? The secret lies in studio set construction, and it's more accessible than you might think. Welcome to a fascinating exploration of production possibilities as we pull back the curtain on how c…

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The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remake Appears to Be Imminent – Unlocked 685 1:14:13

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This week, Michael and Ryan give first impressions of this week's big new game release, Assassin's Creed Shadows. And then we delve into our main topic: MORE rumors about the remake of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion and how close to release it apparently is (hint: it's really close!). Plus: Split Fiction's continued success, reassurances from Saber…

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Episode 136: Vanderpumps taking over the Cromwell property maybe the smartest decision caesars has ever made + We rank all the Caesars properties on the Las Vegas strip! 35:46

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Todays episode we will be covering the transition of the Cromwell property since the announcement this week came out that that property will be rebranded and operated by the TV Personalties "The Vanderpumps" who have had their hand full with multiple properties around the country and plenty of restaurants as well. Taking on the cromwell and uplifti…