Best Design Critique Podcasts (2025)

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Quackcast 748 - The Months 57:20

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1d ago57:20

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Tantz Aerine showcased LGBTQ+ comics and creators for Pride month in June with the help of Skyangel, Mainly on Bluesky. It went to so well that she came up with the amazing idea of doing more monthly features for other themes. She doesn't want to dictate to us what those theme should be though, she wants input into the idea so we can all come up wi…

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From Manufacturing to Wellness: Website Critiques 29:37

2d ago29:37

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Summary In this episode of Boozy Browsing, hosts Meeky Hwang and Matt Dorman explore outdated manufacturing and health-related websites, critiquing their design and functionality. They discuss the common issues faced by these sites, including usability problems and lack of modern aesthetics. The conversation transitions into a challenge where they …

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The Replatforming Dilemma: Unpacking Technology Failures 33:14

8d ago33:14

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Summary In this conversation, the hosts delve into the complexities of replatforming technology systems, emphasizing that many perceived issues may stem from internal factors rather than the technology itself. They discuss the importance of identifying root causes, the role of AI in development, and the future of work as influenced by AI advancemen…

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Quackcast 747 - Novels 1:00:38

8d ago1:00:38

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Novels are basically long stories. They tend to have a lot of different plots and things all happening at once, unlike short stories. When writing a novel you have a lot of freedom to tell really BIG stories, stories that spanning worlds and centuries if you feel like it. In this Quackcast Banes chats to Tantz about the art of novel writing and wha…

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🍷 Boozy Browsing: UX Design Uncorked - Part 2 49:49

14d ago49:49

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🍷 Boozy Browsing: UX Design Uncorked 🎨 Join hosts Meeky Hwang and Matt Dorman for an engaging conversation with Laura and Ariel from UX Design Collective as we dive deep into the world of user experience design! In this episode, we explore the latest advancements in AI tools, their integration into design workflows, and the critical importance of a…

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Favourite Rogue-Like | Senua’s Saga Hellblade II, Balatro, Blue Prince 50:29

14d ago50:29

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In honor of some banger rogue-likes that have some out recently, this week the Heathens will talk about their favourite rogue-likes or lites or whatever. Also apologies for the audio quality there seemed to be an issue with Marissa's mic. Games we talk about this week: Cult of the Lamb, Hades, Faster Than Light, Balatro, The Binding Isaac, Blue Pri…

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Quackcast 746 - It's never too late 54:26

17d ago54:26

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There's always time to start learning something new! If you think you're bad at art and people told you you lacked talent back in the day and that if you didn't start as a child then you have no chance to be good, please know that all of that is false- you can become an amazing artist whenever you start. In-born magical “Talent” is absolutely not r…

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🍷 Boozy Browsing: UX Design Uncorked - Part 1 37:16

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Summary In this episode of Boozy Browsing, hosts Meeky Hwang and Matt Dorman engage in a lively discussion with guests Laura and Ariel from UX Design Collective. They explore the importance of UX design, the connection between design and consumer choices, and the evolving role of AI in the industry. The conversation also touches on the implications…

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Quackcast 745 - I was there 1:00:30

24d ago1:00:30

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History is something big that happens in the past that you look back on and wonder about… ofttimes we only know about it from the pages of a book, old video footage, relics in a museum, or something like that, but there are also living resources for history in the memories of older people and indeed in your OWN head. This Quackcast was inspired by …

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Off-the-Cuff Smörgåsbord 1:23:15

23d ago1:23:15

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E & J return from a spring hiatus to discuss a range of topics, from WWDC 2025 to the Era of the Business Idiot, and more. WATCHES & WONDERS – 04:09 Don DeLillo: Cosmopolis IWC Presents A Plethora Of New Ingenieur Watches How The Pursuit Of Status Shapes Our Aesthetics The Nomos Club Sport Neomatik Worldtimer NOMOS Lounge, New York City TAG Heuer F…

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WooCommerce Theme & Client Dashboard 40:46

23d ago40:46

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Summary In this episode of Boozy Browsing, hosts Meeky Hwang and Matt Dorman discuss their experiences with AI in development, the challenges of building a WooCommerce site, and the automation of client onboarding emails. They share insights on the tools they are using, the importance of design, and the humorous moments that arise during their edit…

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Pride Month Special | Unpacking, Celeste, Dream Daddy Simulator 44:39

28d ago44:39

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Happy pride month everyone!! This week we discuss our favourite LGBTQ+ characters, voice actors, and video games. Matt still hasn't played games, Marissa has some recommendations, and Sacco is an ally. Games we talk about this week: Dream Daddy Simulator, Boyfriend Dungeon, The Last of Us, Unpacking, Celeste, Life is Strange, Dragon Age Inquisition…

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Quackcast 744 - Over Qualified and Overplayed 58:40

1M ago58:40

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Professions in fiction are usually always portrayed in very exaggerated, super fantastical expert versions of themselves. Like if it's a psychologist they generally know exactly what a person is thinking, why they're thinking a certain way, what all their issues are, why they have them and how to fix them. They can tell if a person is lying and the…

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Boozing on Random Topics 53:45

1M ago53:45

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Summary In this episode of Boozy Browsing, hosts Meeky Hwang and Matt Dorman engage in a casual conversation about the integration of AI in their podcasting process and its broader implications in their workflows. They discuss the evolution of AI tools, their experiences with various coding standards, and the potential for AI to enhance development…

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Quackcast 743 - Lore vs reality 1:00:08

1M ago1:00:08

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This is a weird one to encapsulate, but it was based on an idea I had while re-watching Star Trek the Next Generation and I had to explore it with my fellow Quackcasters, Banes and Tantz. I believe it's generally better to enjoy something in the order it was created rather than the chronological order of the story because you'll understand it so mu…

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Building an E-Commerce Site with AI 51:02

1M ago51:02

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In this conversation, Meeky Hwang and Matt Dorman explore the process of building an e-commerce website using AI tools. They discuss the capabilities of the AI tool Manus, the design and functionality of the site, and the importance of a solid business plan. The conversation also touches on technical challenges, payment integration, user experience…

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Video Games With Presents | Fable, Animal Crossing, Destiny 50:46

1M ago50:46

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The conclusion of our time-based podcast this one is a play on words. This week the Heathens discuss teh best video games with presents/gifts in them. Get it? Present, presents? Anyways... Matt dropped the ball, Marissa gets angry at Matt, and Sacco actually did his homework this time. Games we talk about this week: Kingdom Hearts 2, Old School Run…

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Quackcast 742 - ex-special forces! 1:03:13

1M ago1:03:13

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It seems like every single “badass” in TV, Movies, books and comics is “ex-special forces” or something like it these days. It's become a meaningless cliche. Writers use it as a shortcut to show a person is super tough and competent, able to handle ANY situation and also have a dark past. We chat about how silly it is to overdo the cliche and why “…

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Episode 4: From Intern to Industry Expert: Shawn Mealey's Journey 1:00:31

1M ago1:00:31

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In this engaging conversation, Shawn Mealey and Matt Dorman reflect on their journey from interns to seasoned professionals in the tech industry. They share stories from their early days, discuss the evolution of web development, and explore the differences between headless and traditional CMS platforms. The conversation also touches on the impact …

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Past Set Video Games | Bioshock, Civilization V, Chrono-Trigger 46:17

2M ago46:17

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In a spiritual successor to last weeks podcast we talk about games from the past. Past as in games where the setting is in the past. Whether that's in the real world or a fantasy world. Also Plants vs Zombies! Matt doesn't understand the topic, Marissa gets frustrated, and Sacco understood perfectly fine. Games we talk about this week: Chrono-Trigg…

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Quackcast 741 - Hooks 1:00:02

2M ago1:00:02

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Sometimes you get hooked into things, you become a fan and you wonder how you got there. A while ago you were laughing at those dorky, obsessed fans over there and now suddenly you're one of them! That's what we're talking about in this cast, the things that hook you in and our own stories about what we were unexpectedly hooked into. The idea came …

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Episode 3 : Headless CMS debate with Grok 36:33

2M ago36:33

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In this engaging conversation, Meeky Hwang and Matt Dorman debate the merits and drawbacks of headless CMS for digital media publishing. They explore various aspects such as cost, complexity, maintenance, and the importance of API reliability. The discussion highlights the skepticism surrounding headless CMS, particularly regarding its practicality…

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AI generated site surprises 1:06

2M ago1:06

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Enterprise Sites: Bigger = Better ? 19:20

2M ago19:20

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In this episode of Boozy Browsing, Matt and Miki discuss the myth that larger agencies always deliver better results. They explore the inefficiencies often found in enterprise-level projects, the balance between documentation and lean approaches, and the potential pitfalls of relying too heavily on AI for project management. The conversation emphas…

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Episode 1: The 404 | Long Island IT 44:41

2M ago44:41

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In this episode, the hosts discuss the challenges of creating a podcast, including AI-generated images and cocktail recipes. They then dive into a review of various websites, focusing on UI/UX, performance, and user experience. The conversation highlights the importance of not blocking real users and the need for better design consistency across we…

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Pilot: Kickoff BoozyBrowsing! 41:57

2M ago41:57

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In this conversation, Matt Dorman and Meeky engage in a light-hearted yet insightful exploration of various websites through a drinking game format. They discuss the user experience, design elements, and functionality of different sites, particularly focusing on issues like ads, loading times, and broken links. The conversation also touches on bran…

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Quackcast 740 - DD Radio play 4 planning! 53:52

2M ago53:52

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Do you like acting? Do you like being part of collabs or community projects? Do you like radio plays? If you answered yes to any of that the DD radio play is for you! Way back in 2011 we did our very first Drunk Duck Radio Play and NOW we're reviving the idea! We have a brand new DD Radio Play and we need YOU to be a part of it! In 2011 when we did…

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Quackcast 739 - Deferring to Experts 1:00:46

2M ago1:00:46

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Artwork from Key of Dreams When you're working on a project with other people, a comic collaboration for example, it's usually best to decide on different roles for everyone according to what they're best at (writer, artist, layout design, pencils, inks, colour, backgrounds lettering etc), and let them handle it. You don't micromanage and make deci…

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Futuristic Video Games | Destiny, Horizon Zero Dawn, Portal 2 42:28

2M ago42:28

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Welcome to the future as the Heathens discuss their favourite games that take place in the future. Whether that means distant or not so distant. Matt is over-tired, Marissa wants to escape, and Sacco doesn't read good. Games we talk about this week: Horizon Zero Dawn, Alien Isolation, Halo, No Man’s Sky, Detroit: Become Human, Destiny, Portal 2, Th…

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Quackcast 738 - Ensemble casts 1:00:47

2M ago1:00:47

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Ensemble casts is the topic for today! But what do we mean by that? The way I'm defining it for THIS Quackcast is that you have a group of main characters where any of them can function in a chief protagonist role for part of the story, they're all on the same side and they can work together in smaller groups or in one big group. This is a common s…

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Memorable Multi-Stage Boss Fights | Cuphead, Hades, Halo Infinite 44:51

3M ago44:51

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After some confusion on the topic (I know, what else is new) the heathens final talk about some of the multi-stage boss fights they have overcome over the years. Matt isn't a fan, Marissa likes to play chess, and Sacco is a sad leafs fan. Games we talk about this week: Final Fantasy XVI, Halo Infinite, Cuphead, Kingdom Hearts 2, Call of Duty Black …

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Quackcast 737 - Why take over the world? 1:01:44

3M ago1:01:44

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People in stories, especially bad guys in stories usually want to take over the world, but why? What's really to gain? Even in reality it's a complex question. That's what we're talking about here. What's the real reason to want to be the boss of everything? Money isn't the objective because when you become the leader of everything money is irrelev…

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Catching Up With The Heathens | Katamari, The Last of Us, Mario Kart World 45:52

3M ago45:52

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After a bit of a break due to some traveling heathens, the podcast is back. This week is a chill catch-up type of podcast. Matt is sick, Marissa started another Baldur's Gate play through, and Sacco is a social butterfly Games we talk about this week: Final Fantasy XVI, The Last of Us Part 2, Katamari Damacy Rolling Live!, College Football 25, Bald…

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Quackcast 736 - Resurrection 59:15

3M ago59:15

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Happy Easter! Well that was Sunday, but happy Easter anyway. In honour of that yearly and ancient ritual holiday that has its roots in the rebirth of spring in the northern hemisphere our Quackcast is on the theme of resurrection! The idea that people can come back to life in realty is pure fantasy but it is an essential part of all different kinds…

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Quackcast 735 - Anime 1:03:50

3M ago1:03:50

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Welcome to another DD Quackcast! We were going to discuss Ad Hoc rationalisations and also “what happens AFTER you take over the world” but both topics were waaaay too trumpish and we didn't feel like getting negative and ranty about that fellow's foolishness so we thought we'd talk anime instead! But what is anime? At its simplest it's just cartoo…

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Quackcast 734 - When love turns to hate 59:09

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When love turns to hate… It's a common trope in fiction: partners split up and their once loving relationship turns to one of bitter acrimony! We see hate turning to love frequently too, that's another common trope, I saw both when I watched Willow again last night. Mad Martigan and Sorsha went from hate to love to hate to love again, and Sorsha an…

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Quackcast 733 - Watch again: Rediscovering 57:17

4M ago57:17

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Watching, reading, and listening to things a second, third or even a million times can offer you a whole new experience. Why do we pick up the same thing to enjoy again? It could be nostalgia, it could be the need for comfort in the familiar, maybe it's research, or maybe you're rewatching the early episodes of a series so you can get more enjoymen…

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Best Video Game Character Design | Katamari Damacy, Alice Madness Returns, Fable 47:44

4M ago47:44

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In a similar note to a previous topic this week the Heathens discuss their favourite video game character design. Matt likes steam punk, Marissa is surprised, and Sacco brings the shock factor Games we talk about this week: Dragon Age: The Veilguard, Final Fantasy XVI, Katamari Damacy, Fable, Alice Madness Returns, Bioshock Infinite, Halo Infinite,…

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Quackcast 732 - Meet the Parodians 54:53

4M ago54:53

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Parody and satire are a certain kind of humour. They're VERY easy to do because you just base them off real, already existing things, then you twist it a bit to add humour and make it ridiculous. But that's where it gets tricky! Satire is a parody of a real situation rather than fictional, it tends to have a harder edge. Where it usually goes wrong…

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Off-the-Cuff: AI Nonsense & More! 43:40

4M ago43:40

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We return from hibernation to talk AI nonsense, critique the review industrial complex, promote a return to RSS, and share a raft of recommendations! JOACHIM ON AI NONSENSE – 01:52 Previous Discussion of Humane AI (starts at 18:34) Humane Set to Brick $700 ‘AI Pins’ I outsourced my memory to an AI pin and all I got was fanfiction Ben Thompson: Deep…

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Best Plaformer Video Game | Frogger, Spyro The Dragon, Donkey Kong 47:01

4M ago47:01

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Happy late Mario day!!! Due to Sacco's mistake and Matt's obliviousness here is a platforming podcast a week late. Matt gets flustered, Marissa reigns the others in, and Sacco has news. Games we talk about this week: Super Mario Galaxy, Super Mario Sunshine, Super Mario Maker, Crash Bandicoot 3 Warped, Donkey Kong Country, Celeste, Towerfall Ascens…

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Quackcast 731 - Contrariancast 55:48

4M ago55:48

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Pokemon Day Special! 40:38

4M ago40:38

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The rare occasion where the Heathens talk about video game news has come again! This week the heathens discuss all things Pokemon after Nintendo's short but packed announcement. Like our content? Find more Crowned Heathens content on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. And make sure you're subscribed to us on YouTube. Also, check out our Discord. Wan…

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Quackcast 730 - Lighting by The Doodler 1:01:11

4M ago1:01:11

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Today we have on a super special guest, The Doodler! This is another on our technical series about art making and this time we're talking about lighting. Tantz suggested we interview The Doodler for this because she's Tantz's go-to person for lighting issues in scenes. It was great to chat with The Doodler about her lighting techniques and the diff…

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Quackcast 729 - The Feather report 1:00:40

5M ago1:00:40

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The 3rd in our technical art-making series, we're talking hair, feathers, and fur today. How do you draw those highly complicated, textured things? Well the complicated, difficult way is to draw every single strand of hair, every follicle of fur, and every filament of feather… But that has a lot of disadvantages! So how else do you approach it? The…

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Best Video Game Romances | Dragon Age, The Witcher, Baldur's Gate 52:13

5M ago52:13

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Better late then never but here is our valentine's day special. It's the Heathens favourite romances in video games. Matt is bad at segues, Marissa is excited, and Sacco is still sick. Games we talk about this week: Dragon Age, Baldur’s Gate, Stardew Valley, The Witcher 3, Life is Strange, Hades, Boyfriend Dungeon, High on Life, Pokémon Crystal, Ra…

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Quackcast 728 - Skinship 1:06:19

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Today we're going into another aspect of creating artwork for webcomics! This time it's painting skin, a topic that Tantz suggested. How do you render skin? It's a super common thing in comics and there are many, many ways to do it! We're not experts on all the methods so we just cover what WE do. We all have different approaches and you'll have to…

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Quackcast 727 - Painting Series: Sky and Sea 1:01:55

5M ago1:01:55

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We haven't done anything about actual art-making for a while so we thought we'd start a series on technical stuff. Starting out we tackle painting sea and sky! These are key general background elements, they're the two biggest simple background features you can get, you don't always need them but it's good to understand these big features for outdo…

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Best Video Game Outfits | Baldur's Gate, Halo, Rainbow Six Siege 50:25

5M ago50:25

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Outfits. That's it that the topic and description! Enjoy some banter as the Heathens discuss their favourite outfits in video games. Matt is disappointment in himself, Marissa has some great choices, and Sacco has some surprises. Games we talk about this week: Red Dead Redemption 2, Final Fantasy 15, Mirror’s Edge, Baldur’s Gate 3, Star Wars, Rainb…

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Quackcast 726 - Ego!? 1:09:31

5M ago1:09:31

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Do you have a big ego? Do you know someone who has? This Quackcast is about utilising egos for comic characters for comedic purposes, to humanise character, or to make villains more unlikeable and or funny. Big egos are a sign of poor self esteem, people inflate their egos to cope with feelings of inadequacy and inferiority. For examples of that we…