Best Tale Of Two Geeks Podcasts (2025)

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Game Scoop! 837: The 2025 Daemie Awards 1:15:39

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Welcome back to IGN Game Scoop!, the ONLY video game podcast! This week your Omega Cops -- Daemon Hatfield, Nick Limon, Sam Claiborn, and Justin Davis -- are revealing the 2025 Daemie Awards! All the best games, movies, and shows Daemon enjoyed this year. And, of course, they play Video Game 20 Questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit meg…

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First Look: Christmas Tips, The Retro Room Belfast, Top 5 Arcade Games & Labubus Explained 36:01

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It’s a festive-packed episode of First Look Gnomes as we dive into everything from Christmas prep to retro gaming nostalgia. This week we share practical Christmas tips for parents, explore The Retro Room in Belfast for a blast of classic gaming fun, and count down our Top 5 Arcade Games of all time — from pixel legends to button-mashing chaos. We …

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Game Scoop! 836: No Fate of the Old Republic 1:23:38

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Welcome back to IGN Game Scoop!, the ONLY video game podcast! This week your Omega Cops -- Daemon Hatfield, Nick Limon, Sam Claiborn, and Mark Medina -- are discussing Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic, Galactic Racers, Terminator 2D, Divinity, Resident Evil Requiem, Jaws, and more. And, of course, they play Video Game 20 Questions. Learn more ab…

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Game Scoop! 835: You Picked the Games of the Century - Did You Choose Poorly or Wisely? 1:40:47

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Welcome back to IGN Game Scoop!, the ONLY video game podcast! This week your Omega Cops -- Daemon Hatfield, Peer Schneider, Sam Claiborn, and Justin Davis -- are discussing YOUR picks for the best games of the century so far. And, of course, they play Video Game 20 Questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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First Look: Whitewater Brewery, Newcastle (NI), Spelga Dam Magic Road, Power Hungry Pets & Grace’s Amazing Machines 30:17

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Join the First Look Gnomes for another week of hilarious and unexpected discoveries! We kick things off with a first look at Whitewater Brewery — one of Northern Ireland’s most loved craft breweries — before heading to the beautiful seaside town of Newcastle, County Down for some family-friendly exploring. Things get weird (in the best way) when we…

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First Look: The Boys, Blue Lights, & Surviving Nursery - Plus Tales From Tradespeople 27:50

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This week on First Look Gnomes… we’re everywhere at once. From nursery drop-offs to the madness of tradespeople turning a “quick job” into a two-week saga, we dive into the most relatable parts of real life — gnome-style. Then it’s onto the screen: 💥 The Boys – the characters causing chaos, and why it’s still one of the wildest shows on TV. 🚔 Blue …

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Game Scoop! Presents: The 100 Questions Challenge (2025) 1:01:19

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Welcome back to IGN Game Scoop!, the ONLY video game podcast! This week your Omega Cops -- Daemon Hatfield, Justin Davis, and Nick Limon -- are taking the 100 Questions challenge! They have 100 questions to guess five mystery games. Play along at home! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Game Scoop! Presents: Ocarina of Time - Is It Still Fun? 53:53

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For decades, The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time has been considered to be, perhaps, the greatest game ever made. How does it hold up? Is it as impressive as ever? Join Game Scoop! as we revisit this classic in order to answer the question: Is it still fun today? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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First Look at Buying a Car, Dad Hacks, the Pinter Beer Gadget & Pints and First Bites 43:38

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This week, the Gnomes take a First Look at buying a car . Then it’s time for a Pints & First Bites segment featuring a Pinter brew test — we find out if this home beer gadget is actually genius or just gnome-shaped chaos. 🍻 🎧 Tune in for relatable parenting moments, honest reviews, and the kind of pub chat that somehow always ends up about snacks. …

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Game Scoop! 834: Primed and Ready 1:17:41

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Welcome back to IGN Game Scoop!, the ONLY video game podcast! This week your Omega Cops -- Daemon Hatfield, Sam Claiborn, Justin Davis, and Logan Plant -- are discussing Metroid Prime 4, Ubisoft, arcade games, and more. And, of course, they play Video Game 20 Questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Game Scoop! 833: Full Steam Ahead 1:21:10

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Welcome back to IGN Game Scoop!, the ONLY video game podcast! This week your Omega Cops -- Daemon Hatfield, Sam Claiborn, Justin Davis, and Mark Medina -- are discussing the new Steam Machine and Steam Frame, Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, Grand Theft Auto 6, and more. And, of course, they play Video Game 20 Questions. Learn more about your ad choices.…

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First Look: Comic Con Belfast 2025 & Sidmouth Donkey Sanctuary 28:33

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Cosplay, comics, and… cuddly donkeys? In this episode of First Look Gnomes, we dive into two worlds that couldn’t be more different — the vibrant energy of Comic Con Belfast 2025, and the peaceful charm of the Sidmouth Donkey Sanctuary in Devon. At Comic Con Belfast, we take a first look at the best costumes, panels, and pop culture moments lightin…

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Game Scoop! 832: Our Favorite PS5 & Xbox Games 1:21:21

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Welcome back to IGN Game Scoop!, the ONLY video game podcast! This week your Omega Cops -- Daemon Hatfield, Sam Claiborn, Justin Davis, and Nick Limon -- are discussing their favorite PS5 and Xbox games. Astro Bot, Elden Ring, Cyberpunk, and more. It's Game of the Century Watch! And, of course, they play Video Game 20 Questions. Learn more about yo…

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Game Scoop! 831: Join Us for Game Spook - If You Dare! 1:34:55

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Welcome back to IGN Game Scoop!, the ONLY video game podcast! This week your Omega Cops -- Daemon Hatfield, Sam Claiborn, Justin Davis, and Nick Limon -- are discussing spooky retro games, The Outer Worlds 2, and more. It's the annual Game Spook episode! And, of course, they play Video Game 20 Questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit mega…

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From AI to Steam Power: Sora, Cornish Engines, 90s Car Rallies & LEGO Tips for Dads | First Look Gnomes Podcast 42:55

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Step into the workshop of wonder with First Look Gnomes! In this episode, we explore the power of innovation — from the cutting-edge AI Sora to the roaring nostalgia of Cornish steam engines and 90s car rallies. Join our gnome hosts as we uncover how creativity connects generations — including fun, hands-on LEGO building tips for dads and families.…

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Game Scoop! 830: Our Favorite Nintendo Switch Games 1:14:45

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Welcome back to IGN Game Scoop!, the ONLY video game podcast! This week your Omega Cops -- Daemon Hatfield, Sam Claiborn, Justin Davis, and Nick Limon -- are discussing the best games on the Nintendo Switch. Mario Odyssey, Breath of the Wild/Tears of the Kingdom, Mario Kart 8... It's Game of the Century Watch! And, of course, they play Video Game 2…

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Game Scoop! 829: Our Favorite PS4 & Xbox One Games 1:20:17

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Welcome back to IGN Game Scoop!, the ONLY video game podcast! This week your Omega Cops -- Daemon Hatfield, Sam Claiborn, Justin Davis, and Nick Limon -- are discussing the best games of the PS4/Xbox One generation. Red Dead Redemption 2, The Witcher 3, Metal Gear Solid 5... It's Game of the Century Watch! And, of course, they play Video Game 20 Qu…

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Game Scoop! 828: Maybe Xbox Should Give Up On Hardware 1:10:01

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Welcome back to IGN Game Scoop!, the ONLY video game podcast! This week your Omega Cops -- Daemon Hatfield, Sam Claiborn, Justin Davis, and Peer Schneider -- are discussing Xbox's hardware future, the recent Game Pass price hike, the best games of the PS3/Xbox 360/Wii era, and more. Red Dead Redemption, Mass Effect 2, Batman: Arkham Asylum... It's …

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Gnome Vault: Viral Bunny Cup Craze, Funniest Gnome Jokes & Ryder Cup 2025 Real Quotes 11:22

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In this Gnome Vault mini episode, we revisit the viral sensation Bunnies in Cups—a heart-melting trend that’s taken the UK by storm. Expect laughs with gnome jokes and exclusive bonus content featuring the Top 8 real quotes overheard at Ryder Cup 2025. Whether you’re here for cute bunny content, quirky gnome humour, or golf’s most unexpected soundb…

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Game Scoop! 827: Game of the Century Watch Begins! 1:18:25

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Welcome back to IGN Game Scoop!, the ONLY video game podcast! This week your Omega Cops -- Daemon Hatfield, Sam Claiborn, Justin Davis, and Nick Limon -- are discussing the best games of the PS2/Xbox/Gamecube era. Halo 2, GTA San Andreas, Half-Life 2, Metroid Prime, and more. It's Game of the Century Watch! And, of course, they play Video Game 20 Q…

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Game Scoop! 826: Real Mature, Wolverine 1:23:21

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Welcome back to IGN Game Scoop!, the ONLY video game podcast! This week your Omega Cops -- Daemon Hatfield, Sam Claiborn, Justin Davis, and Mark Medina -- are discussing Wolverine, Saros, Ghost of Yotei, and more. And, of course, they play Video Game 20 Questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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First Look at the 90’s & Potty Training | Nostalgia Meets Parenting Chaos 31:06

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🎧 In this episode of First Look Gnomes, we take a first look at two worlds that couldn’t be more different — but are both hilariously unforgettable. 👉 First up, it’s the 90’s! From Tamagotchis and dial-up internet to baggy jeans and Britpop, we dive into the nostalgia that defined a generation. If you grew up in the 90’s, you’ll be nodding (and lau…

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Game Scoop! 825: Virtual Insanity 1:16:42

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Welcome back to IGN Game Scoop!, the ONLY video game podcast! This week your Omega Cops -- Daemon Hatfield, Sam Claiborn, Justin Davis, and Mark Medina -- are discussing Super Mario Galaxy, Donkey Kong Bananza, Metroid Prime 4, Borderlands 4, and more. And, of course, they play Video Game 20 Questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaph…

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Game Scoop! 824: Silksong Kept You Waiting, Huh? 1:13:39

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Welcome back to IGN Game Scoop!, the ONLY video game podcast! This week your Omega Cops -- Daemon Hatfield, Peer Schneider, Sam Claiborn, and Justin Davis -- are discussing Hollow Knight: Silksong, Everybody's Golf: Hot Shots, Nintendo's design philosophy, Donkey Kong Bananza, Factorio, and more. And, of course, they play Video Game 20 Questions. L…

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Peter Kay’s Tour, The Darkness Tour & Helifest Cornwall | Comedy, Rock & Festival First Look 35:48

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🎧 In this episode of First Look Gnomes, we’re taking three very different trips into live entertainment — from belly laughs to big riffs and even a festival with helicopters! 👉 First up, we explore Peter Kay’s Tour, the long-awaited comedy comeback that’s packing out arenas and proving why Kay is still the king of observational humour. 👉 Then, it’s…

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Game Scoop! 823: Are These Really the Best & Worst Nintendo Franchises? 1:09:55

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Welcome back to IGN Game Scoop!, the ONLY video game podcast! This week your Omega Cops -- Daemon Hatfield, Sam Claiborn, and Justin Davis -- are discussing the best and worst Nintendo franchises, Call of Duty, Monster Hunter Wilds, Factorio, and more. And, of course, they play Video Game 20 Questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaph…

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Game Scoop! 822: Discouraging Nintendo Switch 2 News 1:12:13

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Welcome back to IGN Game Scoop!, the ONLY video game podcast! This week your Omega Cops -- Daemon Hatfield, Sam Claiborn, Justin Davis, and Mark Medina -- are discussing Nintendo Switch 2, Lego Batman, Resident Evil Requiem, Hollow Knight: Silkson, Metal Gear Solid Delta, and more. And, of course, they play Video Game 20 Questions. Learn more about…

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Toddler Brio Train Obsession & What Is a Hematoma? | First Look Gnomes 31:36

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The Gnomes are back with a fresh first look — and this time, we’re diving into two wildly different, but totally relatable, topics. First, we tackle the hematoma — that mysterious bump or bruise (often on the shin!) that shows up after a knock. Is it dangerous? How long does it last? When should you worry? Then, we switch gears to something every p…

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Game Scoop! 821: Are Video Games Still Recession Proof? 1:15:57

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Welcome back to IGN Game Scoop!, the ONLY video game podcast! This week your Omega Cops -- Daemon Hatfield, Peer Schneider, Sam Claiborn, and Mark Medina -- are discussing Donkey Kong Bananza, Atari 50, Mafia: The Old Country, Predator: Killer of Killers, and more. And, of course, they play Video Game 20 Questions. Learn more about your ad choices.…

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Gnome Vault: Cornish Knockers, Championship Snooker & The Fart That Started It All 18:00

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A short, hilarious comedy podcast throwback from First Look Gnomes. In this Gnome Vault episode, we revisit: 🪓 Cornish Knockers – strange and cheeky mining folklore from Cornwall 🎱 Live Championship Snooker – the slowest sport with the funniest moments 💨 The Fart That Started It All – comedy history you didn’t know you needed If you love funny shor…

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Superman (2025) - Saying good-bye to gritty superhero movies (and Nicole) 1:23:02

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A new Superman is flying into theaters—and one of us is flying off into the sunset. In this bittersweet episode, we react to James Gunn’s Superman (2025). Did we like the suit? How was the casting? Are we vibing with the new tone? And can this reboot can actually save the DC Universe? We talk about what excites us, what worries us, and what this ne…

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Gnome Vault: Empire Strips Back & the Rise of Nasal Breathing Devices 24:30

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Take a trip back with the Gnomes as we crack open the Gnome Vault to revisit some unforgettable first looks. In this throwback episode, we dive into The Empire Strips Back — the cheeky Star Wars burlesque parody that’s taken fans by surprise. Then we switch gears to explore nasal breathing devices, including the Breathe-Easy, and how they stack up …

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Game Scoop! 820: Our Most-Anticipated Fall 2025 Games 1:14:44

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Welcome back to IGN Game Scoop!, the ONLY video game podcast! This week your Omega Cops -- Daemon Hatfield, Justin Davis, and Mark Medina -- are discussing Donkey Kong Bananza, Death Stranding 2, Ghost of Yotei, Battlefield 6, Shinobi: Art of Vengeance, The Outer Worlds 2, and more. And, of course, they play Video Game 20 Questions. Learn more abou…

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Gnome Vault: A Look Back at Kidney Stones – Symptoms, Causes & What to Do 10:59

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Kidney stones can be tiny—but the pain is unforgettable. In this special Gnome Vault throwback, we revisit one of our earliest episodes to break down everything you need to know about kidney stones, including: Common kidney stone symptoms What causes them to form How to manage the pain When to seek medical help Tips for prevention and hydration Whe…

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Game Scoop! 819: This Scoop Is Bananas 1:14:12

5M ago1:14:12

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Welcome back to IGN Game Scoop!, the ONLY video game podcast! This week your Omega Cops -- Daemon Hatfield, Sam Claiborn, Justin Davis, and Mark Medina -- are discussing Donkey Kong Bananza, Death Stranding 2, Shadow Labyrinth, Tales of the Shire, Sony suing Tencent, and more. And, of course, they play Video Game 20 Questions. Learn more about your…

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Game Scoop! 818: Nintendo Switch 2's First 10/10 1:25:08

5M ago1:25:08

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Welcome back to IGN Game Scoop!, the ONLY video game podcast! This week your Omega Cops -- Daemon Hatfield, Sam Claiborn, and Nick Limon -- are discussing Donkey Kong Bananza, Clair Obscure: Expedition 33, Death Stranding 2, Tony Hawk 3 + 4, and more. And, of course, they play Video Game 20 Questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megapho…

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First Cruise with a Toddler on P&O Iona + Isle of Wight Festival at 40 54:19

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P&O Iona family cruise ! Travel with kids... not your usual UK Travel Podcast & Isle of Wight Festival at 40 Recent travel adventures, reflecting on the joys and challenges of holidays as 40-something dads while trading dad jokes and first-look experiences. • Walliams reviews a "bread and butter modern ale" from Vocation Brewery, giving it a 7 out …

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Game Scoop! 817: Well, That Sucks 1:12:18

6M ago1:12:18

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Welcome back to IGN Game Scoop!, the ONLY video game podcast! This week your Omega Cops -- Daemon Hatfield, Sam Claiborn, and Justin Davis -- are discussing Perfect Dark, Ghost of Yotei, Death Stranding 2, and more. And, of course, they play Video Game 20 Questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Game Scoop! : Donkey Kong Bananza: Killer App or Filler Snack? 1:10:02

6M ago1:10:02

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Welcome back to IGN Game Scoop!, the ONLY video game podcast! This week your Omega Cops -- Samuel Claiborn, Justin Davis, Nick Limon, and Mitchell Saltzman -- are talking about hands-on time with Donkey Kong Bananza, Death Stranding 2, and Capcom haps. And of course, there's Video Game 20 Questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone…

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First Look: Battersea Power Station Revamp + Google I/O 2025 Highlights 34:38

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In this episode of First Look Gnomes, we explore the stunning transformation of Battersea Power Station in London and break down the biggest announcements from Google I/O 2025 — including AI, Android 15, and Gemini updates. Battersea Power Station redevelopment Google I/O 2025 announcements AI features from Google Things to do near Battersea Google…

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Game Scoop! Gaiden: Death Stranding 2, DK Bananza, & More 51:00

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Welcome back to IGN Game Scoop!, the ONLY video game podcast! This week your Omega Cops -- Daemon Hatfield, Sam Claiborn, and Mark Medina -- are talking Death Stranding 2: On the Beach (we've played it!) and Donkey Kong Bananza. And of course, there's Video Game 20 Questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Game Scoop! 815: Let's Check In With the Listeners 1:13:56

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Welcome back to IGN Game Scoop!, the ONLY video game podcast! This week your Omega Cops -- Daemon Hatfield, Sam Claiborn, Nick Limon, and Justin Davis -- are discussing the next Xbox, E3, Death Stranding, pre-2010 games, GTA 4, Ballerina, and more. And, of course, they play Video Game 20 Questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.…

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Fortnite for Parents – Center Parcs Chaos & First-Time E-Bikes 1:00:55

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A candid chat on keeping kids safe (and sane) in Fortnite, our Center Parcs getaway, plus what we learned test-riding electric bikes We're back for series four with a packed episode covering digital parenting challenges, family holiday adventures, and hilarious mishaps with new technology. • Navigating Fortnite as a parent – understanding parental …

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Game Scoop! 814: So Is Mario Kart World Worth $80? 1:23:37

7M ago1:23:37

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Welcome back to IGN Game Scoop!, the ONLY video game podcast! This week your Omega Cops -- Daemon Hatfield, Sam Claiborn, Logan Plant, and Justin Davis -- are discussing Nintendo Switch 2, Mario Kart World, Resident Evil 9, the ROG Xbox Ally, and more. And, of course, they play Video Game 20 Questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaph…

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Season 4 Coming Soon! First Look Gnomes: Uncovering the Strange & Surprising – Now in Laos! 2:08

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Season 4 Coming 19th June 2025 🎙️ First Look Gnomes – Your Gateway to the Weird & Wonderful! Join Mr Walliams (Cornwall) and Mr Hodgkiss (Belfast) as they explore strange facts, bizarre mysteries, and unexpected knowledge. Broadcasting from a garden shed in Cornwall and a a hut in Belfast, these two dads bring you quirky trivia, offbeat discussions…

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Game Scoop!: Game of the Year Watch 2025 Continues 49:05

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Welcome to a special IGN Live edition of Game Scoop! Daemon Hatfield is joined by Justin Davis, Sam Claiborn, and Mark Medina in front of a lively audience to talk through the biggest announcements of the week, and to check in on Game of the Year Watch. From breakout hits like Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Doom: The Dark Ages to Split Fiction and…

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First Look Gnomes: Discover the Strange & Surprising . A Trailer 1:17

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🎙️ First Look Gnomes – The Podcast That Digs Deep into the Weird & Wonderful! Join Mr Walliams (Cornwall) and Mr Hodgkiss (Belfast) in their quirky, offbeat journey through the strange, surprising, and downright hilarious. Broadcasting from the shed at the bottom of the garden and a outside hut in Belfast, these two dads bring you random facts, pec…

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Game Scoop! 813: The Witcher 3 & Cyberpunk Hit Important Milestones 1:10:16

7M ago1:10:16

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Welcome back to IGN Game Scoop!, the ONLY video game podcast! This week your Omega Cops -- Daemon Hatfield, Sam Claiborn, and Justin Davis -- are discussing The Witcher 3, Cyberpunk 2, Black Panther, The Last of Us, and more. And, of course, they play Video Game 20 Questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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First Look Gnomes: The Garden Shed Chronicles - A Trailer 1:17

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Season 4 Coming Soon First Look Gnomes Podcast – A First Look at the Unusual, the Unknown, and the Unexpected! Join Cornishman Mr Walliams and Wulfrunian Mr Hodgkiss as they dive into the weird, wonderful, and downright bizarre in their twice monthly podcast, First Look Gnomes. Broadcasting from the shed at the bottom of the garden in Cornwall and …