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Giant Bombcast

Giant Bomb

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The Giant Bomb discusses the latest video game news and new releases, answers listener questions, and sometimes gets wildly off-topic in this weekly podcast. Featuring Jan Ochoa, Jeff Grubb, and Jeff Bakalar.
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Long Game: A Heated Rivalry Podcast is a re-watch and deep-dive podcast dedicated to Heated Rivalry, hosted by Declan and Silvan. In each episode, we revisit key moments across the series, unpacking the slow-burn tension, character development, and emotional beats that make the heated rivalry world so compelling. Through thoughtful discussion, close reading, and a fan-informed lens, we explore themes of competition, intimacy, identity, and growth over time, celebrating not just the heat of t ...
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Origin Story

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What are the real stories behind the most misunderstood and abused ideas in politics? From Conspiracy Theory to Woke to Centrism and beyond, Ian Dunt and Dorian Lynskey dig into the astonishing secret histories of concepts you thought you knew. Want to support us in making future seasons? There are now two ways you can help out: • Patreon – Get early episodes, live Zooms, merchandise and more from just £5 per month. • Apple Podcasts – Want everything in one place with one easy payment? Subsc ...
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Lore Watch Podcast

Blizzard Watch

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Every week the Lore Watch podcast explores the story and lore of Blizzard titles including World of Warcraft, Diablo, Overwatch, or any other games that interest us. Join us for an in-depth look at the evolving stories of the games we all love. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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If you are interested in hosting your own Podcast give us a call (212-718-0330) and we will assist you in setting up your show. Call for details. Click the link below to become a supporter of the show. https://www.buzzsprout.com/2042425/support https://www.cafepress.com/+wpotgit+gifts If you would like to set-up your own Podcast Send a text message to 212-718-0330 and we will give you our pricing information and walk you through the entire process.
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Brothers Ira and Drew Creasman dive DEEP into every game in the Final Fantasy multiverse, focusing on themes, philosophies, social commentaries, and characters as well as music, art, and gameplay. We are here to celebrate and discuss, not be cynical or hate. NOTE: There IS material that could be considered political.
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AN AMERICAN GAME

SOCCERTOWN MEDIA

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Some say that soccer is an American game. Okay, Tom McCabe and Kirk Rudell say that, and it might sound weird if you’re an American soccer fan, and you’ve spent your whole life having to prove you know the game–even defend your right to love it–to people who say the US has no soccer history. But: soccer was in New Jersey before it was in Brazil. The US had a pro league before Italy or Spain. We were the first country to register for the first World Cup. In this series, the former teammates t ...
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The rise and fall of empires and the events that shaped world history. William Dalrymple and Anita Anand explore the intricate stories of revolutions, imperial wars, and the people who built and lost empires. From the British Empire to the Ottomans to Ancient India, history is shaped by power struggles and territorial conquests. How does it continue to affect the world today? Empire Club: Become a member of the Empire Club to receive early access to miniseries, ad-free listening, early acces ...
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The Dice Tower

Tom Vasel, Julie Ahern, and Eric Summerer

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Tom Vasel and Eric Summerer take a look at board games, card games, and the people who design, publish, and play them. Top ten lists, Q&A, tales of horror, and more await you!
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Post Games

Chris Plante

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Post Games is a listener-supported podcast about how and why we love video games. Each week, host Chris Plante reports on a new, overlooked, or underappreciated topic in gaming culture. Where did all the new porn games come from? What’s it like to be the AI that destroys the world? How has one award turned tiny indie game makers into big-name millionaires? With original interviews, writing, and a traditional audio-magazine structure, Plante keeps things entertaining, informative, and always ...
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A Podcast about Tabletop Gaming. The hobby of Board Gaming is so much more than classic games like: Monopoly, Clue, and Trouble. Join Adriana and Joshua as they explore the wonderful world of Family Board Gaming! #bgg
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An intimate conversation with the creators of some of the world's most remarkable games, hosted by comedian and life-long gamer Adam Conover. This season I will talk with the developers of Portal, Assassin's Creed, Hyper Light Drifter and many more about what it’s like to make video games for a living, how they come up with their ideas, and their first memory of the medium.
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The Decay Cycle

Fire & Fable Studios

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The Decay Cycle podcast is an actual-play RPG set in a world of arcane mysteries, eldritch gods and survival in a hostile world. Join us as we play our own custom RPG system while it is in the midst of development.
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Brad & Will Made a Tech Pod.

Brad Shoemaker, Will Smith

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Each Sunday, Brad Shoemaker and Will Smith discuss a new technology topic. Come for the long-form conversations about virtual reality, space travel, electric cars, refresh rates, and a whole lot more. Support the pod on Patreon: http://patreon.com/techpod
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Game/Life Balance U.S.

Cody Gough and Jonathan Martin

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How do you save the world from space aliens while learning how to change a diaper? Join childhood frienemies Cody Gough and Jonathan Martin as they try to answer that question — while relentlessly trolling each other. This is a lifestyle podcast hosted by adult gamers trying to juggle hobbies with the increasing demands of the "real world." Follow the show to catch up on what they've been up to every once in a while, whether it's revisiting their SNES favorites to see if they hold up or deba ...
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Welcome to The Terrible Gamers Podcast! 🎮🎙️ Join hosts Kevin and Kyle as they dive deep into the world of retro video games, debating classic gaming topics, ranking the best (and worst) retro titles, and sharing nostalgic memories from the golden age of gaming. From NES, SNES, Sega Genesis, and beyond, we cover everything from 8-bit and 16-bit classics to hidden gems and legendary gaming debates. If you love retro gaming discussions, video game podcasts, and reliving the best (and most terri ...
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Why Do We Say That?

Scott & Liam Kelly

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Have you ever wondered why we use certain phrases or words? Where did they come from? What's the origin of that saying? Why do we say "Rule of Thumb"? Why should we mind our "P's & Q's"? Father and son hosts Scott and Liam Kelly have the answers to those questions! We know you could just look it up online, but why not have us do the work for you and have a fun time listening! For Season 2 we are playing our world famous game show--What Word Am I? at the end of each episode! New episodes ever ...
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On the Origin of Battlemechs

Brent , Joshua , Chandler, and Derek

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On the Origin of Battlemechs is a podcast centered around the table top of Battletech. Each episode looks at a specific Mech in the Battletech universe. The subject Mech of each episode will be chronologically sequenced by first model. This podcast is intended as a resource for new and casual players of Battletech table top and Mech lore.
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Level up your listening with GALP! As the 29th JRPG podcast worldwide, we’re your dedicated source for everything in the realm of Japanese role-playing games and beyond. Join us as we dive deep into the latest releases, classic gems, industry news, and all the captivating stories that make JRPGs unforgettable. If you live and breathe Japanese games, you’ve found your party!
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Game of Crimes

Game of Crimes

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Host Steve "Murph" Murphy (retired DEA Agent, featured in NARCOS on Netflix) takes you inside the most intense and fascinating true crime stories in the world. Real life tales from the most notorious cases everyone knows and some you've probably never heard of (until now) from those who broke the law and those who were sworn to enforce it. Murph asks the questions and gets into the true stories from the real life players in the biggest, baddest, most dangerous game of all -- the Game of Crimes.
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This podcast is your map through the maze of life as a human: decoding the traps, the false quests, and the loops that keep you stuck - and showing you how to actually play the human game at a high level. We connect the dots between ancient wisdom and modern science - from mysticism to quantum theory, Taoism to timelines, Jungian psychology to consciousness tech. It’s all been pointing to the same thing: this reality is not what it seems, and you’re not here by accident. You’ll get solo tran ...
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#1 Gamification Podcast | Insights and Real-World Strategies to Boost Engagement, Loyalty & Retention. Professor Game helps innovators, product leaders, and educators use gamification and game thinking to create engagement that lasts. 🎙️ Hosted by Rob Alvarez — TEDx Speaker, consultant, and host of the #1 Gamification Podcast — each week brings you practical insights, case studies, and frameworks from 400+ global experts and proven real-world examples. Expect interviews with top practitioner ...
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MeepleCore podcast

Tim Jennette, Matt RoBear, Eric Ledford, and George Breden

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Host Tim Jennette (Metal Meeple), co-hosts Matt RoBear, and Eric Ledford talk about and discuss boardgames, video games, music, and movies. Tim is a board game video reviewer for "The Dice Tower" youtube channel and wanted to share more of this thought on boardgaming and his other hobbies. Matt and Tim met when they started the hardcore/metalcore band "Morning Augment" and have been playing music and gaming ever since!
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The Why Files: Operation Podcast

The Why Files: Operation Podcast

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The Why Files covers mysteries, myths and legends. We tell stories and seek the truth in a fun and lighthearted way. Our content is heavily researched; we don't release an episode unless we're sure we can bring something new to a topic.
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Editor's Note: Hey Post Games listeners. To give myself a lighter load this holiday, I’m posting one of the monthly Patreon-exclusive episodes. The patrons selected the origin story of Pokémon. They think you’ll enjoy it, and I do, too! If you like this episode and want access to a backlog of bonus episodes and future bonuses, subscribe to Patreon.…
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Murph and his former co-host, Morgan Wright, have a fun but informed review of the original Die Hard, breaking down the legendary Nakatomi Plaza hostage takeover with help from someone who actually knows how this stuff works—Rick Massa, a retired LAPD SWAT officer. Spoiler alert: crawling through air vents barefoot is not standard operating procedu…
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If you're considering gamification for engagement, retention, or loyalty, I'm happy to compare options with you: professorgame.com/chat What if your bio was more than a skills list and your job hunt felt like a well-designed game? We explore with our guest Jade Arthur how to gamify the job search for the games industry, creating stories, systems an…
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Welcome to the penultimate episode of Origin story season eight: the story of socialism. We close the book on Soviet communism with the story of how it all came crashing down — what has been called the most unexpected event of the twentieth century. Mikhail Gorbachev’s desire to change his country was a product of the secret speech in 1956 and the …
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This week we somehow continue talking about Sektori now that Mikey has gotten a taste of it. We also touch on Big Hops, Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles, and some older games too! We also recap the biggest headlines from the previous week alongside your emails. And somehow, we have a lengthy conversation about Popeye. Support us direct…
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We kick off 2026 by looking back 20 years to 2006. What were we up to, and what were we playing? Plus, a question from the mailbag, and a new collection of Roses, Thorns, and Hula Hoops. 00:50 - Busy January - SupportDiceTower.com 03:07 - 2006 Memories 05:09 - Where Were We In 2006? 18:50 - The Games of 2006 27:44 - Which Games Are We Still Playing…
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In this episode I'm joined by Lee Robinson to talk about his new book 'Jonty: The Life of Jonathan Parkin', arguably the greatest rugby league scrum-half of all time. Jonty's career began as a teenager with Wakefield Trinity before World War One and ended in 1932, by which time he had become the first player ever to tour Down Under three times, twi…
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Murph shares his recent trip to Vienna, Austria, where he represented Libertas International at the United Nations Trafficking in Persons Symposium. While the conference highlighted the global awareness surrounding human trafficking, it also exposed the frustration felt by those on the front lines — too much talk, and far too little action. Tyler a…
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In one of the darkest chapters of the 1857 uprising, brutal massacres are met with revenge brutal massacres as the rebellion reaches the East India Company garrison town of Kanpur or “Cawnpore”. Who was General Wheeler and why was the entrenchment he built so fragile? How were the atrocities at Kanpur used to justify gruesome violence against India…
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In this Vs. Challenge episode of The Terrible Gamers Podcast, Kevin and Kyle dive headfirst into the wonderfully cursed world of Beavis and Butt-Head video games. This time, the debate is simple, but painful: which version actually has better gameplay and story? Not critics. Not nostalgia goggles. Just Terrible Gamers logic. Both versions of Beavis…
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The story of Werdna comes to an end, or several ends, as we discuss the metaphysics and metapuzzles of Wizardry IV's final floors. Above, below, and more - we're all here and we're going to look at how we got there. Plus: an interjection from future Sibyl! The document I mention in the cut-in is behind this link, and I highly recommend clicking and…
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The theme song to Reading Rainbow has been delighting kids (and nostalgic grown-ups) for over 40 years. But how did this instantly iconic track come to be? In this episode, composer Steve Horelick reveals the unlikely story of its creation, from its empowering lyrics, to its “fluttering butterfly” synth sound, to how Chaka Khan and a mystery drumme…
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This episode dives deep into the alarming scope of human trafficking, from Latin America to the United States, and why Medellín became a strategic base for operations. Tyler shares heart-wrenching survivor journeys, miraculous interventions, and tragic reminders of just how high the stakes truly are. You’ll hear firsthand about the cost of doing go…
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Gather round for three campfire stories investigators cannot explain. A dead man's phone calls thirty-five times in twelve hours, guiding rescuers through wreckage to his body. The phone battery should have died. The phone was never found. A heart transplant patient inherits his donor's food cravings, handwriting, and wife. Thirteen years later, he…
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In this rare and deeply personal episode, Rob steps away from the traditional gamification conversation to speak as a Venezuelan. Blending lived experience, political involvement, and game-thinking principles, Rob reflects on the cost of doing everything "by the rules," the exhaustion of democratic paths, and why this moment matters so deeply to mi…
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Trent Kusters chats with Lee Petty, Creative Director on Double Fine's newest adventure, Keeper. Together they discuss where the idea to anthropomorphize a light house; why they avoided dialogue and how it pushed them creatively; how silence and emptiness shape emotional tone; the importance of restraint; and what he's learned about leadership thro…
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2025 was one of the best years for Magic story ever, with huge hits like Edge of Eternities and Tarkir: Dragonstorm alongside announcements for a new novel and comic book line. This week, we're go through everything Vorthos from last year and discuss the hits and misses for worldbuilding, narrative, and story releases. Where did Magic excel and whe…
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Featuring: Ace, Ammosart, Ashgar, Belghast, Kodra, Tamrielo, and Thalen Hey Folks! It is that time again, time to roll over into a new season, and time to record our massive two-part games of the year show. As we roll into Season 13, we have a minor revision to our lineup and two shows stacked with fifteen games each. As is our tradition, the list …
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Declan and Silvan break down episode 4 of Heated Rivalry, Rose. We explore the dynamics of our beloved characters of Ilya and Shane and how the introduction of Rose serves as a catalyst in their story. We look at how Rose complicated Shane’s emotional journey as well as the self-destructive patterns that emerge from his fear and insecurity. Our con…
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Another new year means another CES means another roundup of CES news. This year we cover all the announcements from Intel, AMD, and Nvidia (or at least one of those), plus some legitimately exciting stuff like smart Legos, the first vehicle shipping with a solid state battery, computers in keyboards, Stream Decks in keyboards, big-name repairable l…
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Want full show notes for free, including links to everything we mention? Visit www.post.games Get weekly bonus segments, video episodes, monthly exclusive episodes, and more at patreon.com/postgames for only $5 This week on Post Games: Act 1: A History of Women in Games Media Act 2: Mothership Lands on Earth Patreon Bonus: Imagining a Better Future…
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How did the mutiny amongst sepoys –Indian soldiers– turn into a national crisis? What ultimatum did the rebels give the Mughal emperor when they reached the Red Fort in Delhi? Why did the British fail to see what was coming? In Episode 2 of the series, William and Anita discuss how the rebel sepoys travelled along the Bridge of Boats to take the re…
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This week Joe and Matt are answering another listener question, this time concerning Paladins, and how they serve as an intersection between the divine Light, and the Titans who shaped Azeroth. As you might imagine, the answer will span the cosmos, and go completely off the rails in the process. Paladins in particular serve as a mash-up between som…
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We're back from break and we have games to talk about! We checked out Romeo is a Dead Man and enjoyed the cacophony it is presenting, loved hopping around in Big Hops, catching up on a bunch of games during the Winter Break, and enjoying a good rug. We also recap some news coming out of CES and your emails! Support us directly and get new episodes …
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Murph is joined once again by veteran DEA leader AJ Collazo for a deep dive into one of the most complex fronts in modern law enforcement—the international drug war. Their conversation centers on Operation Panama Express, a groundbreaking multi-agency effort that transformed how law enforcement tracks and dismantles maritime drug trafficking networ…
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Secret messages are being passed from city to city inside chapattis, rebellion is in the air. When Indian soldiers in the East India Company army hear that bullet cartridges are greased with pig and cow fat, they take a stand against their British generals. A mutiny begins that will soon explode into an all-out revolution… This is the Indian Uprisi…
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In this full episode of The Terrible Gamers Podcast, Kevin and Kyle are once again joined by Carol and Christen as they sit down to actually play the retro classic California Games. This time, the debate turns into full gameplay as the group jumps into the game’s iconic events, competing, learning the controls, and discovering which challenges hold…
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Want full show notes for free, including links to everything we mention? Visit www.post.games Get weekly bonus segments, video episodes, monthly exclusive episodes, and more at patreon.com/postgames for only $5 Guest: Ash Parrish, reporter and critic at The Verge Act 1: The Industry Act 2: The Games and Trends Patreon Bonus: The Best and Worst Case…
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In this ep Brent, Chandler, and Derek talk about the mech that is named after the ancient greek warriors, the Spartan. [0:00] - Introduction [7:34] - Models [45:00] - Pilot Profiles [54:05] - Data Dive: Martinson Armaments [57:44] - Sources Edited by: Brent Patreon https://linktr.ee/uroboros_of_old Email: [email protected] Student …
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In this gripping and surprisingly hilarious episode of Game of Crimes, Murph sits down with AJ Collazo, a veteran law enforcement officer whose 38-year career includes 24 years with the DEA during some of the most dangerous years of America’s drug war. AJ takes listeners inside the real world of policing—from outrageous Florida criminal stories tha…
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If you're considering gamification for engagement, retention, or loyalty, I'm happy to compare options with you: professorgame.com/chat What if gamification isn't about rewards at all? James Portnow joins the Professor Game Podcast to explain why intrinsic engagement, thoughtful iteration, and strong design goals matter more than mechanics. From Yo…
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Welcome to 2026! We're starting the year by finishing the story of Lorwyn Eclipsed, wherein we learn the true identity of a mischievous blue and green faerie and say goodbye to an old friend. And, yes, we will briefly discuss that last scene of the story. You know the one.If you want to read the story, and you definitely do, go to MTGStory.com and …
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Declan and Silvan breakdown episode 3 of Heated Rivalry, Hunter. We discuss the dynamics between the characters Kip and Scott and explore themes of romance, emotional intelligence, and the impact of support systems on these two characters. We touch on the symbolism in the costumes and the complexities of coming out. Chapters 02:52 Artistic Choices …
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We're back to start the new year with the second and final installment of our ranking of startup sounds. To close out the tier list we consider later consoles like the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3, more recent Windowses that we didn't even realize had startup sounds, most of the handhelds from Nintendo and Sony, and even some offbeat entries like Ana…
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Luffy’s grand adventure just got a serious power-up! 🍖 This week, Bish is setting sail into the massive next-gen update for One Piece: Pirate Warriors 4. With the game now running on PS5 and the new Nintendo Switch 2, we’re breaking down the "Enhanced Edition" and whether those extra enemies on screen actually make the combat feel like a true Pirat…
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We've made it to a New Year folks, so now it is TIME to crown a Top 10 games and ultimately THE GAME OF THE YEAR 2025 for Giant Bomb! Support us directly and get new episodes ad-free by signing up for Giant Bomb Premium at https://www.giantbomb.com/join Timestamps (note that exact times will vary depending on how many ads you receive): 0:00:00 Intr…
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Happy New Year adventurers! Kick off 2026 with some gaming goodness as King Scott, Navigator Lana, and Just Patrick do the 8-bit breakdown for the hot new euro from Devir: Covenant! As always, we've got a ton of banter and recent plays. Plus stick around as we look back on last year's review game: Path of Civilization! www.levelupgamepodcast.com…
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