Best Doctors Without Borders Podcasts (2025)

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S2 Episode 131: Live for Doctors Without Borders! 1:50:27

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Send us a text Out here keeping these doctors borderless! Live episode as part of the annual Polymedia Charity Stream. Catch the VOD twitch.tv/polymedianetwork Find more shows at polymedianetwork.com, BlueSky: Trav, Steve, Polykill, Polymedia twitch.tv/blinkoom, Send us an email [email protected], Check out our patreon at Patreon.com/polyki…

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HoP 478 This Gland Is Your Gland: Cartesian Science 24:16

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From comets to blood transfusions, embryology, and the debate over the pineal gland: Descartes’ impact on science, especially medicine.By Peter Adamson

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Art in the aftermath: Ella Baron on assignment in Ukraine 25:35

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The artist and political cartoonist Ella Baron has recently returned from Ukraine, where she worked with Médecins Sans Frontières / Doctors Without Borders (MSF) patients to create a series of drawings and interviews about their experiences. The patients ranged from young men injured in drone attacks to grandmothers who have lost their homes and lo…

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S2 Episode 132: Shake It Til You Make It 2:01:10

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Send us a text Steve prepares for an overseas voyage and Trav is full of illicit drugs. Top 5 Robots at the end and GoHoboGo Polykills the middle! Games this episode Ball x Pit (PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Switch 2, Switch, PC) – October 15 Pokémon Legends: Z-A (Switch 2, Switch) – October 16 Lumo 2 (PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Switch, PC) …

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HoP 477 The Mind Has No Sex: Cartesianism and Gender 20:44

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Why Cartesianism appealed to women and became the inspiration for a pioneering feminist, Poullain de la Barre; and why Cartesianism was not the only option for women philosophers of the age.By Peter Adamson

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Kristen Update: I’m Moving to Australia 37:31

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Between esophagitis (thanks, radiation) and a mysterious lump that turned out to be fat necrosis from reconstruction, the post-cancer medical drama continues. But instead of spiraling, Kristen went full “eat, pray, ground yourself”—ditching Prozac cold turkey after forgetting it on a trip, attending back-to-back retreats in India and Australia, and…

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Ukraine: From bylines to the frontlines 33:01

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In February 2022, Yuliia Trofimova was a journalist living in Eastern Ukraine, where she’s from. With the violent escalation of the conflict with Russia, Yuliia and her colleagues in local media became war correspondents overnight. Today, Yuliia works as a field communications officer for MSF, travelling throughout the region to raise awareness of …

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Max Borders: The Collapse Has Begun...We Must Build What Comes Next 1:53:40

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The old world is burning, institutions are collapsing and the systems we once trusted are no longer fit for purpose.In this powerful conversation, I’m joined by futurist and author Max Borders to explore what happens when the global and national order begins to break down and how a decentralised, bottom-up future might already be emerging.Whether y…

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HoP 476 What He Should Have Said: the Early Cartesians 26:07

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Early Cartesians including Cordemoy and de La Forge develop but also challenge Descartes’ ideas, defending atomism and occasionalism.By Peter Adamson

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S2 Episode 130: Right in the Refractory Period 2:09:12

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Send us a text Steve plays a bunch of BAD games and Trav...doesn't. Lots of good games coming out to look forward to. Kergon brings home the gold. Top 5 Death/Game Over Screens in Gaming (Potomax). Our next episode is Live on Twitch, September 27th at Noon Eastern. Games this episode Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter (PlayStation 5, Switch, PC) – Septe…

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From Pain to Power: Paul Chek on Healing Through Spiritual Alignment 1:22:37

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What if pain isn’t something to avoid , but something to listen to? In this powerful conversation, legendary holistic health pioneer Paul Chek reveals how physical, emotional, and spiritual pain can become a portal to awakening — if we have the courage to face it. We explore Paul’s own journey through trauma and suicidal despair, how he reframed li…

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Can You Really Fix Your Eyesight Without Glasses? | Claudia Muehlenweg 58:44

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Can you really improve your eyesight naturally? Most of us assume that vision decline is inevitable, that sooner or later we’ll end up in glasses, contacts, or surgery. But what if that story isn’t true?In this episode, I sit down with Claudia Muehlenweg, founder of the Naturally Clear Vision Institute and a leading voice in natural eyesight restor…

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HoP 475 Ariane Schneck on Elisabeth and Descartes 34:33

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We finish our look at Elisabeth of Bohemia and Descartes by talking to Ariane Schneck about their correspondence, focusing on the mind-body problem and the passions.By Peter Adamson

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The Science of Cold Exposure & How It Can Set You Free 1:33:50

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Cold therapy isn’t just about icy water, it’s one of the most powerful protocols for reclaiming strength in a world that wants you weak, fearful, and dependent.In this episode, Dr. Rob Williams returns to the Dan Astin-Gregory podcast to reveal why cold exposure may be the ultimate antidote to the seven “diseases” of modern life; from chronic stres…

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S2 Episode 129: Calling Dr. Buddy 2:26:14

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Send us a text Steve has an alien growing inside of his guts and Trav is still not funny. Polymedia Charity Stream September 27-28, twitch.tv/polymedianetwork Games this episode Hollow Knight: Silksong (PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Switch 2, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, PC) – September 4 Everybody's Golf: Hot Shots (PlayStation 5, Switch, PC…

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Judith Curry: How Climate Science Got Hijacked 1:21:05

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Dr. Judith Curry, one of the most respected and controversial climate scientists of our time, joins me to reveal how climate science got hijacked by politics and ideology. 👉 Watch our most important webinar EVER: https://www.weareelevate.org/madness 👉 Subscribe now so you never miss future episodes: https://www.danastingregory.com/podcast #JudithCu…

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"We built a hospital in a house": An MSF medic returns from Syria 24:23

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War has taken a heavy toll on the people of Syria.Since 2011, 14 million Syrians have had to flee the violence that wracked the country. They left behind their homes and livelihoods.Essential infrastructure has been destroyed, and many Syrians have been plunged into poverty, with very limited access to essential services like medical care.But late …

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Alan Miller: Why Britain Must Say NO to Digital IDs 34:53

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Britain’s future is at stake. In this urgent “walk and talk” with Alan Miller, co-founder of the Together Declaration, we discuss the threats of Digital ID, CBDCs, and the creeping digital control grid. We explore how debanking and the war on cash erode our freedoms, why free speech is under attack, and why a Digital Bill of Rights is urgently need…

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Isaac Stone Fish: CHINA's Hidden Influence Exposed 58:09

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Journalist and China analyst Isaac Stone Fish joins me to reveal how Western elites, from Big Tech to Wall Street, have quietly enabled the rise of the Chinese Communist Party. We explore how CCP influence has infiltrated our institutions, why World War 3 may already be underway in slow motion, and what a future under China’s leadership could look …

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S2 Episode 128: 3 Hunks Goofin' LIVE 2:28:39

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Send us a text We (Trav, Steve, and Jake) celebrate 10 years of being a podcast. And they said it couldn't be done! Polykillers MYT and Brainiac! Games this episode Sword of the Sea (PlayStation 5, PC) – August 19 Herdling (PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Switch, PC) – August 21 Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater (PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, P…

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James Lindsay: The Rise of the WOKE RIGHT 2:16:15

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In this explosive James Lindsay interview, we unpack the rise of the Woke Right — a movement mirroring the tactics of woke Left with cancel culture, identity politics, and authoritarianism. James Lindsay reveals how these methods are reshaping politics, dividing society, and fuelling conflict across the spectrum. Join our mailing list to stay conne…

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US Attorney Uncovers What’s REALLY Going On in Our Skies 1:09:00

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What gives a small group of unelected officials or even corporations, the right to alter our skies and block out the sun? In this gripping episode, US attorney Catherine Ybarra joins me to reveal the disturbing truth about geoengineering, atmospheric spraying, and even transmissible vaccines... all backed by government funding, corporate influence,…

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S2 Episode 127: Over the Hill 1:58:57

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Send us a text Trav and Steve prepare to celebrate the podcast's 10 year anniversary, Trav is turning 40, and Steve is still Dragon Questing! Top 5 non-traditional RPG Battle Mechanics round out the show! MYT is back on the Polykiller winner circle! Track us down on Monday August 18th 9pm Eastern, 8 Central. https://www.twitch.tv/polymedianetwork !…

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Philly J Lay: HEAL YOURSELF Naturally Without Doctors 36:11

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HEAL YOURSELF NATURALLY — without doctors.In this powerful conversation, Dan Astin-Gregory sits down with Philly J Lay, speaker, author, truth-teller, and founder of the Wellness Way Festival, to explore what it truly means to reclaim your health and sovereignty in a world dominated by pharmaceutical control and toxic living.Philly shares her extra…

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Dr William Happer: There is NO Climate Crisis 1:35:08

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What if everything you’ve been told about carbon dioxide…is wrong? In this explosive episode, Dr. William Happer - physicist, former White House science advisor, and co-founder of the CO₂ Coalition, joins me to dismantle the dominant climate narrative. Happer argues that rather than being a dangerous pollutant, CO₂ is a life-giving molecule, essent…

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The E-Team: Inside MSF's emergency response unit with Dr Natalie Roberts 36:22

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When a crisis hits, our emergency specialists - known as the E-Team - launch into life-saving action to coordinate the response.In this episode of Everyday Emergency, we speak to Dr Natalie Roberts. Now Executive Director of Médecins Sans Frontières / Doctors Without Borders (MSF) UK, she is an experienced emergency doctor and former Head of Emerge…

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Why Billionaires Are Building Bunkers for the Collapse | Douglas Rushkoff 1:24:13

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The elites are planning to survive the apocalypse, without us of course!In this gripping conversation, legendary media theorist Douglas Rushkoff joins Dan Astin-Gregory to expose the disturbing mindset driving today’s tech elite, from underground bunkers and Mars colonies to AI-powered immortality projects and virtual escape fantasies. 👉 About Doug…

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S2 Episode 126: Mmmm Banana! 2:03:40

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Send us a text Trav finally knocks a big one off the backlog and Steve takes on the new Donkey Kong. Is it good? Top 5 games that start with the letter "M". Brainiac is sipping tea in the PK winners circle AGAIN! Games this episode Wheel World (PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC) – July 23 Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound (PlayStati…

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HoP 474 States of the Union: Descartes on the Passions 19:20

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What do emotions reveal about the connection between mind and body? We turn to Descartes’ correspondence with Elisabeth and his On the Passions to find out.By Peter Adamson

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Nitric Oxide: The Molecule That Could Save Your Life | Dr Nathan Bryan 59:14

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Could one overlooked molecule be the real root cause of chronic disease? Dr. Nathan Bryan, the world’s leading expert on Nitric Oxide (NO), joins me to reveal how low NO levels impact blood flow, brain health, immunity, energy, and even sexual function — and how to fix it. We cover what surprising factors decrease NO, why most doctors miss NO defic…

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Srdja Popovic: How to Overthrow Modern Tyranny Without Violence 51:50

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Srdja Popovic helped overthrow a dictator without firing a single bullet. In this episode, he joins Dan Astin-Gregory to share how the same nonviolent strategies used to defeat authoritarian regimes can help us resist modern tyranny, from digital censorship to global technocracy. Discover how to build grassroots movements that go beyond protests an…

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S2 Episode 125: Public Funsportation 1:27:58

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Send us a text A trimmer, leaner episode thanks to summer vacations and long RPG's, but at least Burger is asking the important questions. Polykillers this episode are the incredible MYT and Kergon. Games this episode Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 (PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Switch 2, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, PC) – July 11 Donkey Kong B…

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HoP 473 As Rational As You: Elisabeth of Bohemia 21:44

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A royal scholar and philosopher sets aside the tribulations of her family to debate Descartes over the relation between mind and body and the nature of happiness.By Peter Adamson

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Geoengineering EXPOSED: The Hidden Agenda to Dim the Sun 51:40

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They’re dimming the sun and it’s no longer a conspiracy theory.In 2025, the UK government quietly approved £50 million in funding for solar geoengineering experiments. These include controversial projects like cloud brightening and solar radiation modification — techniques designed to reflect sunlight away from the Earth. The stated goal? Fight cli…

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S2 Episode 124: Unnecessary Mechanics 1:58:45

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Send us a text Trav and Steve get together and talk about the most unnecessary mechanics in video games. Games this episode Death Stranding 2: On The Beach (PlayStation 5) – June 26 Ruffy and the Riverside (PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Switch, PC) – June 26 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate (Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One) – June 24 Diddy…

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Dr Robert Malone: Taking on The Vaccine Cartel From The Inside 1:37:42

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Dr Robert Malone, one of the original architects of the mRNA platform, has just taken on a pivotal new role under RFK Jr.’s administration as part of the CDC’s Vaccine Advisory Committee. In this explosive interview, one of his first since accepting the appointment, Dr Malone exposes how Big Pharma rigged vaccine safety trials for decades, how publ…

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HoP 472 Less Cheer, More Knowledge: Descartes’ Ethics 20:31

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Descartes’ “provisional” morality and his views on free will and virtue.By Peter Adamson

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Professor Reveals Why The World Is So Divided 1:46:57

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Why is America more divided than ever—across politics, culture, and every major issue?In this thought-provoking conversation, Columbia University Professor Peter T. Coleman—a global expert on conflict resolution—joins me to unpack the deep drivers of political and cultural polarisation, from the media’s addiction to outrage to the psychological tra…

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AMR: A threat hidden in plain sight 20:51

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In places where MSF operates, getting access to the right antibiotics is a matter of life or death.Antibiotics are the cornerstone of modern medicine, treating a vast range of infections. But, over the last few years we've been seeing a troubling phenomenon where the standard antibiotics used to treat some diseases have simply stopped working.This …

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Kerry Mcdonald: Why Thousands of Parents Are Pulling Their Kids Out of School 1:22:04

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The traditional education system is broken—and parents know it. In this powerful episode, Kerry McDonald, author of Joyful Learning, joins Dan Astin-Gregory to expose exactly why conventional schooling is no longer working, and reveals practical, hopeful alternatives including homeschooling, micro schools, and parent-led education.You’ll learn: Why…

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S2 Episode 123: New Switch, New Announcements, and Bears 2:31:52

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Send us a text Trav fights bears in his neighborhood and Steve gets a Switch 2! Brainiac takes home the gold! Top 5 announcements from SGF! Standup dates: travterry.com Games this episode FBC: Firebreak (PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PC) – June 17 Maximum Football (PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PC) – June 17 Dig Dig Dino (Playdate) Fulcrum Defe…

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HoP 471 Unclear and Indistinct Ideas: Debating the Meditations 21:51

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Descartes’ Meditations caused controversy as soon as it appeared. In this episode we look at criticisms including the “Cartesian Circle,” and how Descartes answered them.By Peter Adamson

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Helen Pluckrose: We've Passed Peak Woke (But What's Next Could Be Even Worse) 1:30:28

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Have we passed peak woke—or is the next wave even more dangerous? In this episode, Dan Astin-Gregory speaks with Helen Pluckrose—author of Cynical Theories and The Counterweight Handbook—to unpack the rise and evolution of Critical Social Justice ideology, its authoritarian tendencies, and what may follow in its wake. We discuss: Why wokeism spread…

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Why Thousands Are Leaving the System for Intentional Communities 1:19:27

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More people than ever are leaving the system. Why? In this episode, Cynthia Tina joins Dan to explore the rise of intentional communities—and why thousands are choosing to live off-grid, in co-housing, and in eco-villages. 🛖 $200 off Ecovillage Tours → Use code ELEVATE at ecovillagetours.com🌐 Explore Cynthia’s work → communityfinders.com🧠 Join the …

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S2 Episode 122: Party Monkeys 2:16:44

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Send us a text Trav is on a Wii kick and Steve finally plays one of the best roguelikes ever made. Brainiac is a maniac and Top 5 monkeys round it out. Games this episode To a T (Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PC) – May 28 Elden Ring: Nightreign (PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC) – May 30 Lost Soul Aside (PlayStation 5, PC) –…