Best Pixel Pros Podcasts (2026)

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Should I Get Diagnosed? | Pros, Risks & Realities of Adult Neurodivergent Diagnosis 23:06

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What does “getting diagnosed” really mean—beyond the label? In this episode of Odd Ducklings, Daria and Katie untangle all the tension, hope, fear, and possibility that come with pursuing or living with a neurodivergent diagnosis in adulthood. We talk about: The pressure to simplify complex neuro stories for the algorithm How labels can hurt or hea…

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SEO + GEO in 2025: The New Lead Gen Formula for Home Service Pros 17:55

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🎙️ New Podcast Episode: The Future of SEO & GEO for Home Service Pros 🚀 The game has changed. For over a decade, Google was the king of search and SEO was the proven path to leads. But in 2025 and beyond, customers aren’t just searching on Google anymore — they’re asking AI-powered platforms like ChatGPT, Perplexity, Claude, and even voice assistan…

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From Clicks to Customers: How to Get More Leads from Your Website 21:50

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🎙️ Website Traffic That Converts: How to Turn Clicks Into Customers Without Wasting Money Welcome to today’s episode! If you're a home service pro—garage door installer, landscaper, pool builder, or any contractor-type business—this episode is a must-listen. You’ve invested in a website... but is it actually working for you? Most home service websi…

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Why I Talk About Failure (and You Should Too) - Embracing Failure because perfection is overrated! 21:13

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Welcome back to Odd Ducklings! In today’s episode, I’m diving into why we should talk about failure — especially as neurodivergent creators. Inspired by agile culture and messy life lessons, I’m unpacking how owning mistakes reduces shame, builds resilience, and fuels creativity.This is Day 3 (AND 4 MAYBE?) of my 7-day challenge to post one video a…

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Failing Upwards: How Mistakes Make You Better 🚀 a reaction to my old self 41:10

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Welcome to Odd Ducklings! In this reaction episode, I’m looking back at a video I made about failure — and reflecting on how my thoughts have shifted since then. It’s a raw, honest check-in with my past self about growth, making mistakes, and learning out loud.You can also check my old video if you prefer 😁https://youtu.be/xjme70i83GoThis is Day 3 …

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Beyond the Pixels: Neurodiversity in Wreck-It Ralph & Our Experiences (Cinema Therapy Reaction) 54:04

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We're back with a new episode, reacting to Cinema Therapy's take on "Wreck-It Ralph"! We keep things light and conversational while also digging into the themes of neurodiversity we see reflected in Ralph's story. Join us as we share our personal experiences and connect them to the movie in surprising and insightful ways.Huge thanks to our ADHD bud…

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Should I Get Diagnosed? | Pros, Risks & Realities of Adult Neurodivergent Diagnosis 43:10

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Welcome to Odd Ducklings! This is the kickoff to a 7-day challenge where I’ll release one video every day — tackling topics around creativity, neurodiversity, ADHD, perfectionism, and the messy process of making things happen.This intro episode is about why I’m doing this challenge, what I hope to learn, and how I’m pushing past overthinking to jus…

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7 Days, No Excuses: Breaking the ADHD Perfectionism Trap 15:39

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Welcome to Odd Ducklings! This is the kickoff to a 7-day challenge where I’ll release one video every day — tackling topics around creativity, neurodiversity, ADHD, perfectionism, and the messy process of making things happen.This intro episode is about why I’m doing this challenge, what I hope to learn, and how I’m pushing past overthinking to jus…

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Midwest Super Pixel Pros #131 - Shmuppreciation 2025 - 3-7-2025 48:02

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On a special one-off bonus episode of Midwest Super Pixel Pros, we welcome on John from the Super the Hardest podcast! Every March, we celebrate 'Shmuppreciation' where we play a variety of shoot-em-up (SHMUP) games, and on this episode we primarily discuss the recently reissued HD remaster of the Arcade/Dreamcast shmup, Under Defeat HD. We also to…

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Stay Focused to Stay Found: How Staying on Topic Enhances Your Visibility 3:21

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Want to know the secret to keeping your Google Business Profile ranking at the top? 🚀 In this episode, we reveal how topical relevance can transform your online visibility and attract more customers. 💡 Hear the real-world story of a carpet cleaning company 🧹 and how posting focused content skyrocketed their rankings 📈, while straying off-topic led …

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Midwest Super Pixel Pros #130 - An Ultimate Finale - Thank You! - 12-27-24 2:19:39

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After nearly three and a half years, we are putting a bow on Midwest Super Pixel Pros! We are going out in the best way possible with Katie putting her Ultimate Pixel Pro Championship belt on the line in the mascot game of the show, Ultimate Chicken Horse! We may also sneak in a true final drive in a particular racing game of significance of Pixel …

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Midwest Super Pixel Pros #129 - One Last Drive - 12-20-24 1:17:11

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On our penultimate show, we have one final drive in Mario Kart. Special guest Victor of Big Screens & TV Streams returns to savor in the joy of banana peels, spiny shells, lightning bolts, and starting line turbo boosts! We also discuss the optimal video game room furniture set up! Show is recorded at Grand Forks Best Source Studios. For studio inf…

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Midwest Super Pixel Pros #128 - Party JAMZ - 12-13-24 1:46:37

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We have dedicated several past shows to prior Mario Party installments, and now the newest entry in the series - Mario Party Jamboree on Switch makes its Pixel Pros debut! We debate Koop-athalon strategies, and marvel over the new ‘Ally’ system all while engaging in some good-old fashioned Mario Party sportsmanship! Show is recorded at Grand Forks …

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Midwest Super Pixel Pros #127 - Video Games Forever - 12-6-24 1:14:46

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On this special bonus episode of Midwest Super Pixel Pros, we have on special guest Ender making his debut on the show! Victor from Big Screens & TV Streams joins us as well in this pure discussion-themed show as we get to know Ender’s gaming and eSports coaching backgrounds, and get in a dose of pinball love on the side as well! Show is recorded a…

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Midwest Super Pixel Pros #126 - Thanksgiving Best Of Special 2024 - 11-29-24 2:27:06

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The Midwest Pixel Pros crew is once again off for the extended Thanksgiving weekend, so they are keeping up their tradition with a third annual collection of specially curated picks of the host’s favorite discussion segments from the past year! On top of a new intro, new mini-discussions, and quick takes segments, some of the curated discussion seg…

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From Traffic to Leads: Digital Marketing in Action 4:37

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What if your business could turn online traffic into a stream of valuable leads effortlessly? Today, we unlock the secrets of digital marketing, offering you the tools to elevate your local business presence online. From optimizing your Google Business Profile to crafting engaging local content and mastering the basics of SEO, our conversation is p…

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Midwest Super Pixel Pros #125 - Halo 2: 20 Years Later - 11-15-24 1:19:20

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The original Xbox turns 23 years old since its North American launch this day, another anniversary is 20 years from the highly anticipated and media event launch of Halo 2. Dale brought in his OG Xbox with Halo 2 to revisit, along with doses of the classic fighting game, Soul Calibur II, and the...not-so-classic MTV Celebrity Deathmatch. Show is re…

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Midwest Super Pixel Pros #124 - Sega Genesis Carousel 2024 - 11-1-24 1:39:18

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A couple of years ago we busted out the Sega Genesis Mini 2 console and played only four of its 60 games. A long overdue revisiting of that 16-bit mini-console is on the agenda for today’s show, and we plug through as many of the remaining 56 games as possible. Show is recorded at Grand Forks Best Source Studios. For studio information, visit www.g…

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Midwest Super Pixel Pros #123 - Spooky Gaming Special 2024 - 10-18-24 1:20:01

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Today’s show is our fourth annual spoooooky gaming special! We are going a little unorthodox this year by playing the “Horror Land” board of Mario Party Superstars on Nintendo Switch in anticipation of the new Mario Party Jamboree sequel releasing later this month! Get ready for some ghastly Boos, and haunting Koopas as we navigate the obstacles, t…

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Maximize Your Revenue: The Power of Tracking and Small Adjustments in Sales & Marketing 6:15

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why sales and marketing is a numbers game and how tracking every step of your funnel is essential for business growth 📊💼. From website traffic to lead conversions, appointments, and closed deals, you'll discover how small adjustments at each stage can lead to big revenue gains 💡💰. Learn the importance of tracking lifetime client value and how a sim…

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Boost Your ROI with Paid Marketing: Pixel Tracking, Website Conversion, & Multi-Channel Tips 4:45

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Are you looking to get a better return on your paid marketing efforts? In this video, I share three powerful strategies that can significantly increase your ROI and make your marketing campaigns more efficient. We'll dive into the importance of setting up pixel tracking on your website so you can retarget visitors who didn't convert on their first …

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Midwest Super Pixel Pros #122 - 10-4-24 - 3-YEAR ANNIVERSARY COMPETITION EXTRAVAGANZA! 1:43:32

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Today’s show is the three-year anniversary blowout special of Midwest Super Pixel Pros!!! Chris returns to the show, and his Ultimate Pixel Pro Championship is on the line, as he will be defending it in a special ‘Pentahalon’ competition, that will be headlined with fighting games from the new Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics …

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Midwest Super Pixel Pros #121 - 9-20-24 - NES Retro Roulette 2024 1:25:30

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In this episode of ‘NES Retro Roulette’ where we play several random past 8-bit Nintendo….classics? Featured in this episode is the Super Spike V’Ball, Super Sprint, Mike Tyson’s Punch-Out, and Zombie Nation! Show is recorded at Grand Forks Best Source Studios. For studio information, visit www.gfbestsource.com - To access past Midwest Super Pixel …

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How 'They Ask, You Answer' Can Transform Your Home Service Business | Essential Digital Marketing Tips 3:46

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Learn how 'They Ask, You Answer' by Marcus Sheridan can transform your home service business with actionable digital marketing strategies. Discover how creating content that answers customer questions can boost your website traffic, improve search engine rankings, and establish your business as a trusted authority. This book is a must-read for any …

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Unlock AI Success: How to Optimize Your Home Service Business for ChatGPT and Other AI Searches! 4:20

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In today’s digital landscape, optimizing your home service business for AI-driven searches is essential. With platforms like ChatGPT and advanced language models shaping how people find information online, it's crucial to stay ahead of the curve. In this video, we’ll dive into: Why AI Optimization Matters: Understand the growing influence of AI on …

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Google Local Services Ads vs. Google Search Ads: Key Differences Every Business Must Know! 10:03

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In this episode, we dive into the key differences between Google Local Service Ads and Google Search Ads, specifically for home service companies. Discover how Google Local Service Ads charge you per lead, connecting you directly with potential customers, versus Google Search Ads, which operate on a pay-per-click basis, charging you for every click…

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Midwest Super Pixel Pros #120 - 9-6-24 - “Abobo’s Double Dragon Carousel” 1:19:15

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We have played numerous 2D Brawlers/Beat-em-Ups on the show before, but today we revisit the genre’s roots in the game that popularized the genre by playing the compilation of Double Dragon Collection on the Switch! This is one of the old-school favorite games of today’s guest, Roosevelt Butler, host of the Mixed Culture podcast on GFBS! Check out …

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Midwest Super Pixel Pros #119 - 8-23-24 - “Pixel Pros World Championships!!!!” 1:22:28

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We are all about eSports-ing it up with special guests Jack & Ethan from Oasis Rolling Video Games of Grand Forks. They fill us in on what they bring to the Grand Cities eSports community, and then we all compete in our own ‘friendly’ competition of the new Nintendo World Championships release on Switch! Who will go for the gold!?!? For more info o…

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Ep 8: Predictably undiagnosed or the impossible tale of Gender Bias 36:53

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In this episode, it's just you and me as we delve into the impactful topic of gender bias in medical diagnoses. I share my personal journey with PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder) and discuss the broader implications of gender bias, including misdiagnoses and the historical neglect of female-specific conditions in medical research. This episode…

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Midwest Super Pixel Pros #118 - 8-16-24 - “Rumbling Bananas!!!!” 1:15:41

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We return to the wonderful world of monkeys wreaking havoc in glassed balls in the new Switch game, Super Monkey Ball: Banana Mania! Show is recorded at Grand Forks Best Source Studios. For studio information, visit www.gfbestsource.com - To access past Midwest Super Pixel Pros episodes visit https://midwestsuperpixelpros.podbean.com/ #supermonkeyb…

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Midwest Super Pixel Pros #117 - 8-9-24 - “Dropping Quarters 2024” 1:23:24

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We revisit the virtual arcades that Capcom kept striving for decades by jumping into several arcade classics from Capcom Arcade Stadium 2 on the Xbox Series X!! Show is recorded at Grand Forks Best Source Studios. For studio information, visit www.gfbestsource.com - To access past Midwest Super Pixel Pros episodes visit https://midwestsuperpixelpro…

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Ep 7: Discussing the power of language with Rawi Nanakul 45:38

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The Impact of Language on Neurodivergent Narratives | Odd Ducklings Podcast In this episode, we spotlight Rawi, an ADHD and product management coach, as he delves into the critical role language plays in shaping neurodivergent experiences. We discuss the importance of self-awareness and emotional regulation, the challenges of disclosing neurodiverg…

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Midwest Super Pixel Pros #115 - 7-12-24 - “Electrified Bison!!!!” 1:27:49

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Chris returns to the show with a fresh batch of DLC characters in Street Fighter 6 to defend his Ultimate Pixel Pro Championship! We also discuss our thoughts on the cell phone video game landscape throughout the years and reflect on our favorite mobile games. Show is recorded at Grand Forks Best Source Studios. For studio information, visit www.gf…

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Ep 6: Embracing self-Awareness, Mental Health, and Life's Challenges with Michael R. Kane 44:30

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In this episode, we delve into the importance of being self-aware and how understanding neurodiversity with you and others can actually save a life. Our guest today is Michael R. Kane! Michael shares his journey as an author, special education teacher, and leader in the Boy Scouts of America. He discusses his personal battles with ADHD, autism, bip…

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Midwest Super Pixel Pros #114 - 6-28-24 - “Wisdom Chicken Horse!!!!” 1:05:10

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Ravynne from the GFBS Forks Sports Highway show joins us to discover our favorite game of the show, the maniacally mischievous, party-platformer, Ultimate Chicken Horse! We then breakdown the best and worst horses in all of video games! Show is recorded at Grand Forks Best Source Studios. For studio information, visit www.gfbestsource.com - To acce…

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Ep 5: Rewriting Your Narrative: Benjamin Stimson on Dyspraxia and Personal Growth 45:34

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Join us on The Odd Ducklings for an insightful conversation with Benjamin Stimson, a therapist, author, and medieval history researcher. Benjamin opens up about his fascinating journey from North Wales to Canada, and his experiences with Dyspraxia, neurodivergence and learning how to learn. He dives into topics like the impact of suddenly feeling l…

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Midwest Super Pixel Pros #113 - 6-14-24 - “iRacing 101; Summer Game Fest Recap; EA Sports College Football 25 Anticipation” 1:13:44

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Joining us via zoom on a special all-discussion segment episode of Midwest Super Pixel Pros, is Dale’s old-school gaming friend Corey! We discuss the latest breaking game announcements from last weekend’s Summer Game Fest, Xbox Games Showcase, and PlayStation State of Play. We also cover several other retro and current gaming topics relating to the…

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Ep 4: From Trauma to Triumph: Bosky's Inspiring Journey 45:29

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Join us on The Odd Ducklings for an impactful conversation with Bosky Mukherjee, founder of PM Dojo. Bosky shares her incredible journey of overcoming PTSD after her son’s critical health challenges and how she found resilience and joy in her professional life. Discover her insights on battling stress, the importance of asking for help, and buildin…

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Midwest Super Pixel Pros #112 - 5-31-24 - “Shell Shock 2024!!!!” 1:25:44

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The Red River Valley’s biggest TMNT fan, and fellow GFBS co-host of Big Screens & TV Streams, Victor, returns to Pixel Pros to indulge in his favorite brand! TMNT Arcade: Wrath of the Mutants just released on Switch, and we all take in mindlessly button-mashing away in this arcade brawler while reflecting on our favorite heroes-in-a-half-shell memo…

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Ep 3: Exploring the impact of our identity with Ruby Yuen 45:28

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Have you ever felt like you just didn’t fit in? How do you define yourself and does your identity empower you? or does it take you down? For Ruby Yuen this has been a great challenge in her life, From growing up as an immigrant in the USA and becoming a mother while having an international career that requires traveling.. With all of that, it’s no …

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Midwest Super Pixel Pros #111 - 5-17-24 - “Super Nintendo Carousel 2024!!!” 1:17:54

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This week the Pixel Pros flashback to the halcyon 16-bit console of amazement that is the Super Nintendo. Dale brought a grab bag of random SNES games to play on his Analogue ST, and his brother Joe returns as a special guest this week. Will past brotherly rivalries reignite? Show is recorded at Grand Forks Best Source Studios. For studio informati…

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Ep 2: Migle and the wonderful world of work-life balance and bad therapy 47:07

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How do you actually maintain work-life balance? In a post-pandemic world and #hustle_culture we all try to understand what this actually means to us. As individuals or as companies it’s an ongoing conversation that will probably follow us for years.In today’s episode we explore this subject with Migle Maciunaite, a Senior Creative Project Manager a…

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Ep 1: Why Odd? Where Ducklings? - An introduction is due 18:56

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Welcome to the debut episode of "Odd Ducklings," the podcast where we dive into the extraordinary lives and careers of neurodivergent individuals. I'm Daria, your host, and in this introductory episode, we'll set the stage for the inspiring conversations to come. In "Odd Ducklings," we aim to shine a light on the unique experiences, challenges, and…

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Midwest Super Pixel Pros #110 - 5-3-24 - “TRICKY! TRICKY! TRIC-KAYYY!!!” 1:24:17

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Remember when EA Sports had a modicum of success with its “EA Sports Big” arcade sports titles? Guest host Ravynne does, and she returns to play one of her favorite extreme snowboarding games in the form of SSX Tricky on the original Xbox! Join us as we bust out snowboard grinds, ollies, flips, and bails all while jamming out to vintage Run DMC!!! …

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Midwest Super Pixel Pros #109 - 4-19-24 - “First Rule of Tekken is No Eddie Gordo!!” 1:34:54

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Dale is putting his Ultimate Pixel Pro Championship on the line in the PS5 fighting game, Tekken 8! Chris Hoffart returns in the guest chair this week as we dare ponder the ridiculous lore and mythos of the Tekken franchise. The discussion segment this week is themed on if we are guilty of any “gaming crimes” throughout the years! Show is recorded …

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Midwest Super Pixel Pros - 4-5-24 - “Inaugural GFBS Bowl - Virtual Gridiron Showdown” 1:44:46

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We return yet again to the 16-bit glory days of the Sega Genesis for the first-ever “GFBS Bowl”! Dale will be taking on Forks Sports Highway host, Monty Stensland in his throwback favorite, Joe Montana SportsTalk Football ‘93! An unprecedented trophy, and ultimate bragging rights will be on the line! All this, and we finally bust out our rollerblad…

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Midwest Super Pixel Pros - 3-22-24 - “Let’s Go Racing!” 1:37:34

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We are ready for race season at the GFBS studios, and what better way to rev up the transmission than some racing games!? We bust out the brand-new Top Racer Collection which collects the trilogy of “Top Gear” games on Super Nintendo, and later we rediscover our love for toy cars with Hot Wheels Unleashed! Wheeeeeels Away!!!! Show is recorded at Gr…

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Midwest Super Pixel Pros - 3-8-2024 - “Punishing Endeavors!” 1:13:16

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Dale’s brother, Joe, returns to guest host on the show! The gang busts out the old-school 16-bit Sega Genesis, along with one of the system’s best brawlers in the form of Capcom’s The Punisher, along with a couple of other retro favorites! Show is recorded at Grand Forks Best Source Studios. For studio information, visit www.gfbestsource.com - For …

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Midwest Super Pixel Pros - 2-23-2024 - “Sideout!” 1:28:35

2y ago1:28:35

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Bump, set, spike! Those words will be omnipotent throughout today’s show as Katie defends her Ultimate Pixel Pro Championship in a four-person knockout tournament in Super Volleyball on the Sega Genesis! Trash-talking promos precede today’s tournament to exemplify the prestige of Katie’s title defense, but will it all be for naught, because rumor h…

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Midwest Super Pixel Pros - 2-9-2024 - “Party of Thrills!” 1:18:54

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We are getting our popcorn ready for a trip to the carnival! Ravynne from the GFBS Forks Sports Highway show joins us today as we play one of her favorites, the 2006 Xbox theme park simulator, Thrillville! We compete in its multiplayer minigames for many rounds of friendly, sportsmanlike, good-natured competition! Show is recorded at Grand Forks Be…