Best Koopa Podcasts (2025)

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King Koopa's Kool Kartoons 34:15

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9d ago34:15

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It wouldn't be the final days of VGMP without Jamie having one more rage-filled meltdown and Rory certainly saved the best for last! King Koopa's Kool Kartoons is a forgotten (not to mention lost) TV series from 1989, of which only 8 surviving minutes have been found. How bad can 8 minutes be? Well, strap in and pop on your headphones as we discuss…

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The Super Mario Bros. Movie 1:30:43

2h ago1:30:43

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The record-breaking Super Mario Bros. Movie from 2023 is the first videogame movie to break one billion dollars at the box office! This juggernaut film was initially met with controversy when Chris Pratt was cast as the voice of Mario but this didn't hinder the film when it came time to rake in the big bucks! This show started with the 1993 Super M…

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#44 Merry Christmas 52:48

3h ago52:48

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Send us a text I forgot to make this public when I recorded and uploaded it 🫠 In this Christmas episode of Mercy’s Path, we slow down and reflect on the reason for the season. Amid the noise, expectations, and commercial rush, this episode is an invitation to remember Christ’s birth, God’s mercy made flesh, and the quiet hope that entered the world…

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The Lost Chapter: Yuki's Revenge 38:06

2h ago38:06

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Now this is a real first, at least as far as we can see, massively popular videogame Fortnite used its engine to render a deleted sequence from Quentin Tarantino's "Kill Bill" and made it viewable in game. It was such an unusual and unexpected thing to happen, we just had to cover it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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8-Bit Christmas 55:50

2h ago55:50

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A Christmas themed videogame movie staring Barney from How I Met Your Mother? Surely this can't be bad. Right? Right? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Mirai Ninja 1:01:37

5d ago1:01:37

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Now, you probably thought that Super Mario Bros. (1993) was the first videogame movie, right? That's what mummy and daddy told you when you were a tiny child who hadn't been awoken yet to how bad videogame movies could be? Well, your parents lied kid. The ACTUAL first videogame movie is THIS: Mirai Ninja from the fine folks at Namco Bandai was made…

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Saturday Supercade 1:11:56

12d ago1:11:56

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It's a bumper episode this week as we cover multiple game adaptations in one! Saturday Supercade was a compilation cartoon series which aired in the USA and included adaptations of games such as Donkey Kong, Q*Bert, Frogger and Space Ace amongst others! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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#43 Discernment, Doctrine, Deception, and a Little Bit of Reflection 1:07:46

13d ago1:07:46

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Send us a text In this latest episode of Mercy’s Path, I take some time to catch up with you and speak candidly about what’s been unfolding—both personally and culturally. We dig into the theological problems surrounding the “little gods” doctrine, why it strays from sound biblical truth, and how subtle distortions can have serious spiritual conseq…

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Maniac Mansion 32:50

16d ago32:50

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This is one of the oddest things we've ever covered here on VGMP. Purportedly based on a 1980s computer game (though bearing essentially no resemblance to said game), this sitcom includes Eugene Levy (Schitt's Creek, American Pie) amongst its writers and several guest stars including Martin Short and David Cronenberg. The show ran for 3 seasons in …

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#42 Two Chicks and a Pod 1:18:45

21d ago1:18:45

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Send us a text The chicks are back for this special episode of Mercy's Path! This week, Amanda sits down with a very special guest — Meghan Crawford, her former co-host from the beloved Two Chicks and a Pod. It’s a reunion filled with honesty, laughter, and the kind of real talk these two are known for. In this episode, Meghan shares raw updates fr…

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Pac-Man 53:04

19d ago53:04

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Way back in 1982 this cartoon show based on the hit arcade game "Pac-Man" was momentarily the most viewed Saturday morning cartoon on US Television. Featuring both Pac-Man and Ms. Pac-Man, the show adds a fifth ghost to the games usual cadre of four as well as an evil overlord character named Mezmero. Does a Saturday morning Pac-Man cartoon hold up…

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TV Powww! 18:49

23d ago18:49

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A bonus mini-episode to look at this forgotten oddity from history; the TV Powww was a videogame system sold to local TV stations in the USA in the 1970s that allowed contestants to call up and play an interactive game by shouting the word "pow" into their phone. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Max Payne 1:01:23

26d ago1:01:23

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Based on Remedy's hit action-noir game from the PS2 era, Max Payne stars Mark Wahlberg and Mila Kunis along with Beau Bridges and has a fairly poor reputation. Remedy are known for their excellent stories in videogames but how does that translate to the big screen? It's time to strap in and find out as we watch Max Payne. Hosted on Acast. See acast…

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#41 Behind the Raccoon; New Song & Oversharing Again 54:12

1M ago54:12

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Send us a text This week we are talking about my new Amanda Koopa single that dropped this week, latest events, and we discuss reading the Bible. We also go wildly off topic into about twelve unrelated things because my brain doesn’t believe in linear storytelling. Enjoy the chaos! Watch on YouTube and more: https://taplink.cc/amandaonline Facebook…

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The King of Fighters 50:56

1M ago50:56

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Based on the SNK Fighting Game and featuring Nikita and Darth Maul, helmed by a prolific Hong Kong Director, The King Of Fighters is not a good movie. But it also isn't a boring movie. Combining cheesy one-liners, bright colours, martial arts and the biggest overuse of dutch angles you've ever seen, The King Of Fighters might not be good cinema, bu…

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Red Faction: Origins 50:24

1M ago50:24

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An origins film that is neither the origins of its franchise nor a prequel at all. Red Faction: Origins is actually the sequel to Red Faction: Guerilla and follows the son of that game's protagonist. A low budget sci-fi epic made by the SyFy Channel...the odds aren't in this films favour. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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#40 Raccoons Keep Dreaming, Not Just Floating 39:34

1M ago39:34

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Send us a text In episode 40 of Mercy’s Path, I open up about my brand-new single dropping November 17th on all streaming platforms — and the strange, almost divine coincidences that always seem to link my music to my brother’s life. I talk about what those moments have taught me about timing, faith, and surrender. This episode is also about the im…

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Warcraft 52:46

2M ago52:46

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Based upon one of the biggest MMORPG's of all time and helmed by a lauded indie darling, Duncan Jones (Moon) attempts to bring World Of Warcraft to the big screen. Jamie and Rory know very little about WoW, will the movie be an accessible starting point or will they be completely lost? There's only one way to find out... Hosted on Acast. See acast.…

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#39 From Cosplay to Conviction: Finding Mercy in Modesty 53:30

2M ago53:30

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Send us a text In this episode of Mercy’s Path, I open up about missing the lost art of dressing up, why I gave away my huge cosplay collection, and how those choices tied into something deeper. I also share a raw personal story about living through the normalization of pornography and feminism — how both have quietly wounded men, women, and the wa…

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Resident Evil: The Final Chapter 1:18:52

2M ago1:18:52

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This is it. The one we've been building to since the very first episode of VGMP (seriously, I'm fairly certain Jamie went on a rant about this movie in that very first episode). The one Jamie has been dreading. The final instalment in Paul W.S. Anderson's Resident Evil series. Jamie considers The Final Chapter to be one of the worst movies he has e…

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#37 LIVE 48:30

2M ago48:30

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Send us a text This episode was streamed live on YouTube with a live chat! Watch on YouTube and more: https://taplink.cc/amandaonline Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mercyspath Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mercyspath X: https://x.com/amandaonlineBy Amanda Koopa

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#38 The Perfect Timing of a Generational Run, & Staying Sober & Celibate 1:08:03

2M ago1:08:03

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Send us a text In this episode, I talk about what it’s like to admire certain ideas while being completely rejected by the people who preach them. Groypers hate me. Conservatives side-eye me. Liberals blocked me months ago. And yet here I am admitting that I actually agree with a lot of what Nick Fuentes says — especially about pornography, sobriet…

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Werewolves Within 1:01:40

2M ago1:01:40

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Based on the VR game this horror comedy was a little-seen indie movie that probably deserved more eyes on it. When a new park ranger arrives in a town filled with oddball residents, he enters a tense situation spurred on by a wealthy oil magnate. Things go from bad to worse however when a werewolf arrives on the scene! Hosted on Acast. See acast.co…

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Dead Rising: Endgame 1:01:11

2M ago1:01:11

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A while back, now defunct network Crackle made a Dead Rising movie called "Watchtower." Turns out they also made a sequel and we're watching it today on VGMP! "Dead Rising: Endgame" sees Jesse Metcalfe return along with Dennis Haysbert and a bunch of new characters including an appearance from Billy Zane making another videogame movie appearance! T…

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#36 Gaslit by the Media, Saved by God 52:35

2M ago52:35

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Send us a text In this episode, I share my thoughts on Kpop Demon Hunters and why it left me unexpectedly impressed — from the symbolism to the spiritual undertones. Then I dive into the new Pizzagate documentary, unpacking how mainstream media twisted the narrative to make people dismiss what was really happening. Somewhere in all that chaos, I br…

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Corpse Party 1:05:32

3M ago1:05:32

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Jamie and Rory take a look at this low budget Japanese movie based on cult horror game "Corpse Party." We covered this film once before but due to some illness-induced mishaps we felt we didn't give it a proper chance so we decided to tackle it again this year! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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#35 Community Notes Gone Wrong, Worship Gone Weird, and Why You Shouldn’t Listen to My First Two Albums 1:00:39

3M ago1:00:39

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Send us a text This week on Mercy’s Path with Amanda Koopa, we start with the unconditional love of God. I talk about getting Community Noted and locked out — because people don’t know how to be unbiased. Then we get into worship leader egos (spoiler: we are not God), relationship age differences, a little chaos from Fortnite Demon Rush, and people…

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Until Dawn 57:17

3M ago57:17

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This interactive slasher game was a big success for Sony at one point and inspired a whole wave of similar games including The Dark Pictures Anthology and The Quarry, but one might wonder if there is any point in turning a game that was essentially a playable movie into a regular old non-playable movie. On this episode of VGMP, Jamie and Rory take …

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Cakeslinger (Blam! 4/4) 48:30

3M ago48:30

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It's the finale of our Bang!-inspired D&D adventure: Blam! The Gold Toe Gang raises from the dead once more for an epic standoff agains the Laggeruffian Outlaw gang! Our crew preps the town for a brutal bake-off, setting cake bombs in school buildings, someone's vacation home, and even leaves a surprise right in the middle of the street! Will the L…

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#34 Fresh Tomatoes, Self-Conviction, Church Visitors, and Refusing to Participate in Sin 56:58

3M ago56:58

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Send us a text In this episode of Mercy’s Path, I share a slice of real life. From cooking up the fresh tomatoes I grew in my own garden to reflecting on Bob and Audrey Meisner’s visit to our church, this one blends the everyday with the eternal. I dive into how sin always needs a willing participant—and how stepping back can keep us from falling i…

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Retro: Tron 1:17:25

3M ago1:17:25

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Ahead of the upcoming Tron: Ares, the boys look back at the original movie, a landmark in the development of visual effects in cinema. For Jamie, this is a first time watch, will Tron live up to its legendary reputation or will it have fallen victim to the passage of time? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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#33 Charlie Kirk’s Funeral, Sickness, and A Question That Keeps Echoing in My Head 43:26

3M ago43:26

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Send us a text In this episode of Mercy’s Path, I talk about songwriting and my latest show with Caroline Parke and Kimesha Clarke while taking a look into the songwriting process. I share thoughts about Charlie Kirk’s funeral, and talk about what it’s been like being under the weather lately. On top of all that, I wrestle with a huge question that…

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Hitman 55:11

3M ago55:11

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This week on VGMP we dip into the Hitman franchise for the first time with this 2007 movie. As a self confessed "olyphan" will Jamie finally approve of a video game movie? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The Scorpion King Rider (Blam! 3/4) 1:12:20

3M ago1:12:20

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It's the thrilling third installment of our Blam! Spaghetti Western adventure! Tensions rise as the lawmen prep a confectionary confrontation with the outlaws. With the main ingredients secured, the Gold Toe Gang heads to the mines outside of town, for a surprise ingredient that is sure to blow away the outlaw gang. Starring: Shea Ingram - William …

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#32 Charlie Kirk, the Groypers, and What the Bible Says About Our Words 1:13:14

3M ago1:13:14

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Send us a text This week on Mercy’s Path, I take a few moments to talk about Charlie Kirk’s assassination, the controversial reactions, and the predictable pointing of fingers at the groypers. I also confess to consuming an absurd amount of America First streams on Rumble, and look at what the Bible says about using coarse language. It’s a mix of n…

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#31 Backyard Harvest, Video Games, & That Guy everyone argues about 51:44

3M ago51:44

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Send us a text This week I’m juggling it all — from what’s growing in my backyard, to my non-stop schedule, to my favourite video games, and yes… more words about Nicholas J. Fuentes. It’s a mix of plants, pixels, and plenty of real-life chaos. *Recorded Sept 9. posted Sept 10. RIP C.K. He's with Jesus now.* Watch on YouTube and more: https://tapli…

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Company Of Heroes 53:43

3M ago53:43

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On this week's episode of VGMP we're looking at a little known videogame movie; Company Of Heroes. Starring Tom Sizemore, Vinnie Jones and regular VGMP actor Neal McDonough. Deep in enemy territory, soldiers from a few allied nations are forced to work together to infiltrate a German prison and rescue a scientist who has been working on a top secre…

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Resident Evil: Retribution 54:42

4M ago54:42

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We are now five movies deep in the "Anderson-verse" of Resident Evil movies and Jamie is almost at breaking point as his favourite franchise continues to be butchered on screen. These movies continue to ignore their own continuity and in this instalment the movie takes on a videogame feel in the worst way, being split across several "levels" in Umb…

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A Fistful of Spaghetti (Blam! 2/4) 1:21:25

4M ago1:21:25

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After a not-so-triumphant victory, three quarters of the Gold Toe Gangwake up in new bodies, meet back up with William the Adult, collect their hard-earned medals, and check in with the Sheriff. With the uneasy truce between the Outlaws and the Lawmen shattered, it’s up to the deputies to come up with a half-baked way to save the town! Daniel Lok -…

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#30 My First Sermon, Nick Fuentes, and Discernment in Chaos 38:55

4M ago38:55

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Send us a text This week on Mercy’s Path, I share what it was like giving my very first sermon: https://www.youtube.com/live/32qp4rHBkv0?si=4bYEieH3nC3O5zmP and the lessons I took from that experience. I also get into some thoughts on the seemingly coordinated attack of Nick Fuentes, why I think it’s dangerous to just be a “wing” of any movement, a…

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In The Name Of The King: A Dungeon Siege Tale 53:54

4M ago53:54

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Once again Uwe Boll is back in the hot seat as we review another of his video game movie offerings, this time it's "In The Name Of The King: A Dungeon Siege Tale." Starring Jason Statham as a man named Farmer, this is Lord Of The Rings via Wish.com including an appearance from Gimli himself (Jonathan Rhys-Davies), Shaggy (Matthew Lillard) and an ev…

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A Minecraft Movie 1:06:56

4M ago1:06:56

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Based on the blockbuster game, A Minecraft Movie was surprisingly a blockbuster hit at the cinemas, relying on the current mantra that all videogame movie should cast Jack Black and embracing the popular memes of the game to create a wave of box office success. Neither Jamie or Rory are Minecraft fans going into this viewing, so is the movie welcom…

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Red Dead Resurrection (Blam! 1/4) 1:11:06

4M ago1:11:06

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Welcome to the sleepy, umagical, coastal desert town of Reproach. A shootin’ tourney’s about to kick off to celebrate the uneasy truce between the local bandits and the lawmen, while they figure out what to do with all of the undead cropping up. Four of the sheriff’s deputies, Nine-Toes, Flatfoot, Prospector Jenkins, and William the Adult, have joi…

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#29 Spending the Summer Serving the Lord & How to Wait on Him 43:29

4M ago43:29

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Send us a text In this heartfelt episode of Mercy’s Path, I take you along on a couple of meaningful summer journeys — from the quiet roads leading to Maple Creek to the high-energy, spirit-filled days of summer camp. Over 10 incredible days, I witnessed youth step into their faith and even witness a few baptisms! I saw our missions kids begin to r…

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Tokimeki Memorial 48:51

4M ago48:51

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This Japanese movie from 1997 is based on the Konami dating sim franchise of the same name. A rare movie in the VGMP pantheon; our first and only episode based on a dating sim. The movie sees a group of teens taking a job at a seaside café during their last summer before university and bonding over the experience. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pri…

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One Life to Drift (Shell Shocked! 4/4 Mario Kart World) 1:13:06

4M ago1:13:06

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Tonight, destinies collide in the thrilling conclusion of our Mario Kart World Saga. As the high-stakes rivalry between Team Shellville and the MKRA reaches a fever pitch, Private Toad and Marty exchange more than words—sparks fly and secrets unravel. Aaron and Robert must learn the true cost of victory, and that sometimes the greatest triumphs req…

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Mortal Kombat Legends: Cage Match 1:11:50

5M ago1:11:50

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Rory brings Jamie his favourite entry in the animated Mortal Kombat Legends franchise to review. Cage Match follows Johnny Cage as his Hollywood pursuits lead him into a nefarious underground cult hellbent on resurrecting an all powerful sorcerer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Race of Our Lives (Shell Shocked! 3/4 Mario Kart World) 54:27

5M ago54:27

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In the high-octane drama of Shell Shocked, Part 3 roars to life! The streets of the Mushroom Kingdom run slick with tension as our heroes cross paths with the enigmatic Mary once more—rekindling fragile trust while old wounds still bleed. But as whispers of betrayal swirl, the fallout from their daring strike on Slick collides with MKRA’s ruthless …

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Double Dragon 51:13

5M ago51:13

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This week Rory and Jamie are reviewing this infamously bad movie from the early 90s based on the classic beat 'em up franchise. Set in a post-apocalyptic Los Angeles, the movie follows two brothers in a race against time to find the two halves of the Double Dragon amulet before an evil businessman beats them to it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr…

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#28 Deanna Franklin: Faith, Freedom & Unfiltered Truth 1:29:36

5M ago1:29:36

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Send us a text In this powerful episode of Mercy’s Path, we sit down with Deanna Franklin to hear her moving testimony of transformation and grace. From her bold journey in faith to her passion for alternative education and starting Shine Christian Academy, we are uncovering hidden truths as Deanna shares insights that challenge the status quo. We …