Best Indie Stacks Podcasts (2025)

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Charlotte Coke 600 (Race #13) + Indy 500 Bets & Preview 1:54:40

8d ago1:54:40

1:54:40

Join Jordan McAbee (RotoBaller) and Nick Giffen (The Action Network) to recap look ahead to the greatest weekend in motorsports, with the Monaco Grand Prix, the Indianapolis 500, and the Coca-Cola 600 on Sunday. Stacking Dennys is a NASCAR podcast featuring Jordan McAbee of RotoBaller and Nick Giffen (a.k.a. "RotoDoc") of The Action Network as the …

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Nashville (Race #14) Bets & Preview + Coca-Cola 600 Recap 1:26:46

1d ago1:26:46

1:26:46

Join Jordan McAbee (RotoBaller) and Nick Giffen (The Action Network) to recap Ross Chastain's win at Charlotte in the Coca-Cola 600 and then look ahead to the Cracker Barrel 400 at Nashville Superspeedway on Sunday. Stacking Dennys is a NASCAR podcast featuring Jordan McAbee of RotoBaller and Nick Giffen (a.k.a. "RotoDoc") of The Action Network as …

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Kansas (Race #12) Bets & Preview + Texas Recap 1:00:06

22d ago1:00:06

1:00:06

Join Jordan McAbee (RotoBaller) and Nick Giffen (The Action Network) to recap Joey Logano's win at Texas and then look ahead to the AdventHealth 400 at Kansas Speedway on Sunday. Stacking Dennys is a NASCAR podcast featuring Jordan McAbee of RotoBaller and Nick Giffen (a.k.a. "RotoDoc") of The Action Network as the two discuss Fantasy NASCAR strate…

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🛠️ How to get BACK into game development 1:40:35

23d ago1:40:35

1:40:35

Links and more: https://www.valadria.com/how-to-get-back-into-game-development/

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Stuart Maine on 28 Years in Game Development: Starting a Studio, Building Great Teams, Career Advice & Lessons for Aspiring Devs & His New Books 50:23

26d ago50:23

50:23

In this interview, veteran game designer Stuart Maine shares his 28-year journey in the gaming industry, detailing his humble beginnings in a cyber café to becoming a senior designer at Two Desperados, a mobile games company in Serbia. Stuart recounts his early days at Bullfrog and his time at renowned companies like Acclaim and Blitz, working on n…

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Was Talladega Really That Bad? + Texas (Race #11) Bets & Preview 1:13:23

29d ago1:13:23

1:13:23

We're on to Texas! Join Jordan McAbee (RotoBaller) and Nick Giffen (The Action Network) to recap Austin Cindric's win at Talladega and then look ahead to the Wurth 400 at Texas Motor Speedway on Sunday. Stacking Dennys is a NASCAR podcast featuring Jordan McAbee of RotoBaller and Nick Giffen (a.k.a. "RotoDoc") of The Action Network as the two discu…

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Talladega (Race #10) Bets & Preview + Bristol Recap 59:10

1M ago59:10

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After the Easter week off, we're on to Talladega! Join Jordan McAbee (RotoBaller) and Nick Giffen (The Action Network) to recap Kyle Larson's dominating win at Bristol and then look ahead to the Jack Link's 500 at Talladega Superspeedway on Sunday. Stacking Dennys is a NASCAR podcast featuring Jordan McAbee of RotoBaller and Nick Giffen (a.k.a. "Ro…

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Bristol (Race #9) Bets & Preview + Darlington Recap 44:06

2M ago44:06

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We're on to Bristol! Join Jordan McAbee (RotoBaller) and Nick Giffen (The Action Network) to recap Denny Hamlin's win at Darlington and then look ahead to the Food City 500 at Bristol Motor Speedway on Sunday. Stacking Dennys is a NASCAR podcast featuring Jordan McAbee of RotoBaller and Nick Giffen (a.k.a. "RotoDoc") of The Action Network as the tw…

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Marketing and PR with Robby Bisschop of PiratePR 1:27:37

2M ago1:27:37

1:27:37

Article: https://www.valadria.com/robby-bisschop-piratepr/ 🎬 TIMELINE 0:00 Intro 0:13 Marketing and PR 35:37 How to get wishlists 49:32 How long to market a game? 59:17 Marketing beats 1:07:05 Keyscammers 1:25:40 Outro 🏴‍☠️ Hire Robby: https://piratepr.com/ 📙 Buy my book: https://www.amazon.com/How-Make-Video-Game-Yourself/dp/1736576208/ 🐷 Washlist…

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Darlington (Race #8) Bets & Preview + Martinsville Recap 1:29:22

2M ago1:29:22

1:29:22

We're on to Darlington! Join Jordan McAbee (RotoBaller) and Nick Giffen (The Action Network) to recap Denny Hamlin's dominating win at Martinsville and then look ahead to the Goodyear 400 at Darlington Raceway on Sunday. Stacking Dennys is a NASCAR podcast featuring Jordan McAbee of RotoBaller and Nick Giffen (a.k.a. "RotoDoc") of The Action Networ…

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Martinsville (Race #7) Bets & Preview + Homestead Recap 1:01:32

2M ago1:01:32

1:01:32

We're on to Martinsville! Join Jordan McAbee (RotoBaller) and Nick Giffen (The Action Network) to recap Kyle Larson's dramatic win at Homestead and then look ahead to the Cook Out 400 at Martinsville Speedway on Sunday. Stacking Dennys is a NASCAR podcast featuring Jordan McAbee of RotoBaller and Nick Giffen (a.k.a. "RotoDoc") of The Action Network…

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Homestead (Race #6) Bets & Preview + Las Vegas Recap 58:37

2M ago58:37

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We're on to Homestead! Join Jordan McAbee (RotoBaller) and Nick Giffen (The Action Network) to recap Josh Berry's surprising win at Las Vegas and then look ahead to the Straight Talk Wireless 400 at Homestead-Miami Speedway on Sunday. Sponsored by L'uva Bella Winery. Visit https://luvabella.com/ for more information on where to find that wine. Get …

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Las Vegas (Race #5) + Phoenix Recap 1:26:58

3M ago1:26:58

1:26:58

We're on to Las Vegas! Join Jordan McAbee (RotoBaller) and Nick Giffen (The Action Network) to recap Christopher Bell's win at Phoenix and then look ahead to the Pennzoil 400 at Las Vegas Motor Speedway on Sunday. Sponsored by L'uva Bella Winery. Visit https://luvabella.com/ for more information on where to find that wine. Get their wine shipped di…

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Phoenix (Race #4) + Christopher Bell Wins at COTA Recap 1:15:24

3M ago1:15:24

1:15:24

We're on to Phoenix! Join Jordan McAbee (RotoBaller) and Nick Giffen (The Action Network) to recap Christopher Bell's win at COTA and then look ahead to the Shriners Children's 500 at Phoenix Raceway on Sunday. Sponsored by L'uva Bella Winery. Visit https://luvabella.com/ for more information on where to find that wine. Get their wine shipped direc…

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Building a Successful Indie Studio with No Industry Experience, Betting on Steam, Game Jams, Finishing Crashlands 2, Recording 500+ Podcasts, Stacking the Dice, and Storefront Featuring—Adam Coster, CEO ... 1:19:45

3M ago1:19:45

1:19:45

In this episode, Adam Coster, CEO of Butterscotch Shenanigans, shares his unique journey of joining and growing the indie studio with his brothers Sam and Seth. Adam discusses their beginnings in 2012, the steep challenges they faced, and how a personal family crisis redefined their mission to bring joy through games. He then shares insights into t…

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COTA Preview + Christopher Bell Wins Atlanta 1:14:21

3M ago1:14:21

1:14:21

Let's talk COTA! Join Jordan McAbee (RotoBaller) and Nick Giffen (The Action Network) to recap Christopher Bell's win at Atlanta and then look ahead to the Echopark Texas Grand Prix at COTA on Sunday. Sponsored by L'uva Bella Winery. Visit https://luvabella.com/ for more information on where to find that wine. Get their wine shipped directly to you…

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Atlanta Preview + Daytona 500 Reactions 1:36:26

3M ago1:36:26

1:36:26

Let's talk Atlanta! Join Jordan McAbee (RotoBaller) and Nick Giffen (The Action Network) to recap William Byron's Daytona 500 victory and then look ahead to the Ambetter Health 400 at Atlanta on Sunday. Sponsored by L'uva Bella Winery. Visit https://luvabella.com/ for more information on where to find that wine. Get their wine shipped directly to y…

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2025 Season Preview - Daytona 500 1:55:58

4M ago1:55:58

1:55:58

Join Jordan McAbee (RotoBaller) and Nick Giffen (The Action Network) to talk about the upcoming 2025 NASCAR Cup Series season. Sponsored by L'uva Bella Winery. Visit https://luvabella.com/ for more information on where to find that wine. Get their wine shipped directly to you at https://vinoshipper.com/shop/l_uva_bella_winery_brands Also sponsored …

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Navigating Game Industry Challenges, Job Hunting After a Layoff, the Rise of Consulting Firms, Celebrity Stories, and Starting a New Company—Adam Boyes, Founder of Vivrato 1:01:25

4M ago1:01:25

1:01:25

In this episode, industry veteran Adam Boyes discusses the complexities of the video games industry, from the challenges of sustaining AAA games to navigating market dynamics and the impact of large-scale layoffs. He shares insights from his journey founding Vivrato and highlights the importance of innovation and thoughtful leadership. The conversa…

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Webbiness and Refactoring 49:57

5M ago49:57

49:57

See valadria.com for more info! 📋 Show Notes A Wizard's Lizard From Quake mods to game director with Jon Hackett 🐷 Pixel Washer PowerWash Simulator Dr Wahwee Tiled (map editor)

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Starting a Studio, Thriving Post-Layoff, Working at Epic Games, the Rise of UGC, Hiring Is Broken, Street Fighter: The Movie, Empathy, and Building Games for Fortnite with CEO Alan Noon of Drill Creative ... 52:02

5M ago52:02

52:02

In this episode, I caught up with Alan Noon, founder and CEO of Drill Creative, Inc., to discuss his journey from decades in the game industry to launching his own studio. Alan shared how his work on UEFN at Epic Games, including shipping Deserted Domination and the big GDC reveal, plus his desire to return to hands-on game creation. After a layoff…

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Working at Valve, Finding Mentors, Reinventing Yourself, Collecting Pinball, Grit, Nolan Bushnell, Working Under Pressure, Silicon Valley, The Enthusiasm Advantage, and Ham Radio with CEO Jeri Ellsworth ... 2:03:32

6M ago2:03:32

2:03:32

Summary: Jeri Ellsworth shares her journey from childhood fascination with technology to becoming the CEO of Tilt Five. She describes her early interest in science and computers, fueled by her father's gift of a Commodore 64. Jeri recounts her experiences in racing, learning fabrication skills, and self-promotion to fund her racing career. Transiti…

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2024 Season Wrap-Up 1:31:20

7M ago1:31:20

1:31:20

In this episode, hosts Jordan McAbee and Nick Giffen discuss the recent NASCAR Cup Series championship, focusing on the controversy surrounding Joey Logano's victory and the perceived legitimacy of the playoff format. They delve into Penske's dominance in this playoffs format, the challenges of officiating, and the need for potential changes to the…

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Playtests, Prototypes, and Permission Games 54:10

7M ago54:10

54:10

https://www.valadria.com/playtests-prototypes-permission-games/ Show Notes 📙 How to Make a Video Game All By Yourself (Gumroad, Itch, signed copies) Pixel Washer How to make a good Steam page Pixel Washer: 3-day devlog Lost Decade Games Steam Hardware & Software Survey Game Tester 💰 The Money Episode The illusion of skill: how to make a better game…

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Phoenix Championship Finale + Martinsville Drama 1:14:29

7M ago1:14:29

1:14:29

In this episode of Stacking Dennys, hosts Jordan McAbee and Nick Giffen delve into the recent NASCAR events, particularly focusing on the Martinsville race and its aftermath. They discuss the dramatic moments, penalties, and controversies that arose, including the implications of team strategies and the potential need for format changes in NASCAR. …

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Martinsville - Playoff Race #9 - Picks & Preview 1:12:39

7M ago1:12:39

1:12:39

In this episode of Stacking Dennys, hosts Jordan McAbee and Nick Giffen discuss Tyler Reddick's thrilling victory at Homestead, the implications for the upcoming Martinsville race, and the playoff standings. They analyze the last lap drama involving Ryan Blaney and the strategies that led to Reddick's win. The conversation also covers driver perfor…

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Homestead - Playoff Race #8 - Picks & Preview 1:17:58

7M ago1:17:58

1:17:58

In this episode of Stacking Dennys, hosts Jordan McAbee and Nick Giffen discuss the recent NASCAR race at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, focusing on Joey Logano's victory and its implications for the playoffs. They analyze race strategies, driver performances, and the betting landscape, while also addressing concerns about Ryan Blaney's potential concus…

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Las Vegas 2 - Playoff Race #7 - Picks & Preview 1:36:23

8M ago1:36:23

1:36:23

In this episode of Stacking Dennys, hosts Jordan McAbee and Nick Giffen discuss the recent Charlotte Roval race, highlighting Kyle Larson's dominant performance and the implications for the playoffs. They delve into the challenges of road course racing, driver strategies, and the impact of NASCAR's rules and controversies. As they look ahead to the…

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Charlotte Roval - Playoff Race #6 - Picks & Preview 1:11:14

8M ago1:11:14

1:11:14

In this episode, Jordan McAbee and Nick Giffen discuss the recent Talladega race, highlighting the significant pile-up and its implications for the playoffs. They analyze driver performances, strategies, and the upcoming Charlotte Roval race, including betting odds and predictions. The conversation also touches on the ongoing lawsuit involving NASC…

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Starting a Studio, Don’t Give Up, Self Publishing, Being a CEO, and the Gold Rush ‘90s with Brad Hendricks of Blind Squirrel Entertainment 1:05:27

8M ago1:05:27

1:05:27

In this episode, I speak with Brad Hendricks, CEO and Founder of Blind Squirrel Entertainment. Brad talks about his path from working with new game technologies to starting his own company after his previous job at Gamebryo ended. He shares how he and his team landed their first project with 2K Games, kickstarting their game development journey bef…

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Godot and YouTube with Sean McKenzie (Bacon and Games) 1:27:06

8M ago1:27:06

1:27:06

🔗 Show Notes Bacon and Games How to Make a Video Game All By Yourself Steam Dev Cheat Sheet How to Find a Video Game Publisher (Tips for Indie Devs) Armor Games Valadria Discord 10 Godot Features Hidden in Plain Sight 👀 🚫 No Stacking | Make the Game Heartbeast 🔥 Steam Game Promo Art - Photography and Fire Making Big Indie Games Game Maker's Toolkit…

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Talladega - Playoff Race #5 - Picks & Preview 1:09:52

8M ago1:09:52

1:09:52

In this episode of Stacking Dennys, hosts Jordan McAbee and Nick Giffen recap the recent Kansas race, discussing key performances and playoff implications. They then discuss the Playoffs standings and preview the upcoming Talladega race, emphasizing the potential for a calmer race and the importance of betting strategies. The conversation also cove…

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Kansas - Playoff Race #4 - Picks & Preview 1:39:30

8M ago1:39:30

1:39:30

In this episode, Jordan McAbee and Nick Giffen discuss the recent Bristol race, analyzing its lack of excitement and the implications for playoff drivers. They delve into the performances of key drivers, including Kyle Larson's dominance and the struggles of others. The conversation shifts to the upcoming Kansas race, where they evaluate betting od…

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Bristol - Playoff Race #3 - Picks & Preview 1:12:18

8M ago1:12:18

1:12:18

It's Bristol, Baby! The third and final race of the first round of the playoffs is on Saturday night, as the NASCAR Cup Series will cut the 16-driver postseason field down to 12 when the checkered flag waves in "Thunder Valley." Join RotoBaller's Lead NASCAR Analyst, Jordan McAbee, and Action Network's Predictive Analyst, Nick Giffen, as the two pr…

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Watkins Glen - Playoff Race #2 - Picks & Preview 1:07:39

9M ago1:07:39

1:07:39

00:00:00 - Review of the Atlanta Race 00:13:00 - Preview of the Watkins Glen Race 00:20:30 - Strategies and Odds for Watkins Glen 00:28:30 - Hendrick Motorsports' Dominance 00:31:58 - Long-Shot Drivers to Watch Out For 00:40:43 - The Potential for New Winners 00:56:11 - Picks to Win and 36 for 36 01:02:53 - The Charter News 01:05:32 - Rooting for C…

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Atlanta Quaker State 400 NASCAR Picks & Preview 1:40:32

9M ago1:40:32

1:40:32

00:00 - Exciting Racing and Different Strategies at Darlington 30:26 - Chris Buescher - Right Rear Hook? 40:36 - Unpredictability in the First Round of the Playoffs 49:07 - Analyzing the Betting Odds for Atlanta 01:15:46 - Predictions for the First Four Out 01:27:46 - Picks to Win at Atlanta and 36 for 36 The hosts discuss the recent NASCAR race at…

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Navigating a Layoff, Importance of Networking, Working at PlayStation, Resumes and Portfolios, Mental Health, The Rise of Indies, Building a Brand, and Accepting Change with Alex Gombos 1:02:23

9M ago1:02:23

1:02:23

In this episode, I speak with Alex Gombos, a seasoned talent acquisition manager who shares her insights and career journey in the gaming industry. Most recently, she supported the game development studios at PlayStation. Alex highlights the importance of networking, building an online presence, and being proactive in pursuing career goals, whether…

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Darlington Cook Out Southern 500 NASCAR Picks & Preview 1:51:25

9M ago1:51:25

1:51:25

The hosts discuss the recent race at Daytona and the controversy surrounding Harrison Burton's playoff spot. They highlight the excitement and unpredictability of superspeedway races and the difficulty of betting on top drivers. They also address the criticism of Burton's inclusion in the playoffs and argue that the format should be consistent rega…

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Another Million Dollar Parlay Opportunity - Daytona Coke Zero Sugar 400 NASCAR Picks & Preview 2:24:54

9M ago2:24:54

2:24:54

Jordan McAbee and Nick Giffen break down the crazy race at Michigan on Sunday and Monday before diving into the upcoming Coke Zero Sugar 400 at Daytona on Saturday night with just two races left before the playoffs start! Sponsored by L'uva Bella Winery. Visit https://luvabella.com/ for more information on where to find that wine. Get their wine sh…

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How to Set Up a Back To School Marketing Campaign 15:22

10M ago15:22

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Listen in to not only hear about how to set up a back to school marketing campaign, but also learn & understand how to set up a marketing campaign period! Grab the BTS Marketing Refresh pack here! Support the show Ready to stop relying on Amazon for your sales? Join the Author Growth Hub and learn how to double or triple your profit!…

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AD3 is a Chickensh*t + Michigan FireKeepers Casino 400 NASCAR Picks & Preview 2:06:27

10M ago2:06:27

2:06:27

00:00:00 - Richmond race reactions 00:14:40 - Playoff picture update 00:39:15 - Wine About It 01:00:00 - Michigan preview 01:46:30 - Picks to win and 36 for 36 Takeaways: The controversial finish at Richmond, with Austin Dillon dumping Joey Logano, shook up the playoff picture and sparked discussions about the integrity of the sport. The introducti…

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Richmond 2 Cook Out 400 NASCAR Picks & Preview 1:29:04

10M ago1:29:04

1:29:04

In this episode of Stacking Dennys, Jordan McAbee and Nick Giffen discuss the two-week break in NASCAR, the recent race at Indianapolis, and the upcoming race at Richmond. They analyze the playoff picture and the drivers on the bubble. They also talk about potential schedule changes for next year and the latest news in the NASCAR and IndyCar world.…

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Indianapolis Brickyard 400 NASCAR Picks & Preview + Pocono Recap 1:23:56

11M ago1:23:56

1:23:56

Stacking Dennys is a NASCAR podcast featuring Jordan McAbee of RotoBaller and Nick Giffen (a.k.a. "RotoDoc") of The Action Network as the two discuss Fantasy NASCAR strategies and top bets for the upcoming race. Sponsored by L'uva Bella Winery. Visit https://luvabella.com/ for more information on where to find that wine. Get their wine shipped dire…

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Pocono NASCAR Picks & Preview Chicago Street Course Recap 1:50:12

11M ago1:50:12

1:50:12

00:00:00 - Chicago Street Course reactions 00:11:45 - Playoffs standings update 00:19:20 - Noah Gragson to Front Row 00:22:20 - Rodney Childers, Josh Berry new teams 00:31:40 - Wine About It 00:40:00 - Pocono preview 01:16:40 - Picks to win and 36 for 36 The conversation covers the recent Chicago street course race, including the rain delays and th…

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Starting a Game Company, Underserved Developers, New Opportunities, Finding a Publisher, Industry Sustainability, Networking, Navigating Change, MDEV, Being Authentic, and Skee-Ball with Ben Kvalo of Midwest ... 1:01:17

11M ago1:01:17

1:01:17

In this episode, I speak with Ben Kvalo, the Founder and CEO of Midwest Games. Discover how Midwest Games focuses on supporting underserved developers in overlooked regions, aiming for a more sustainable industry, and learn about the upcoming MDEV conference. Ben shares his journey into the game industry, starting with his transition from radio to …

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Chicago Street Course NASCAR Picks & Preview 2:09:36

11M ago2:09:36

2:09:36

00:00:00 - Nashville recap 00:17:10 - Josh Berry to Wood Brothers Racing 00:22:00 - Playoffs update 00:50:15 - Wine About It 01:13:00 - Chicago Street Course preview 01:38:00 - Picks to win and 36 for 36 Sponsored by L'uva Bella Winery. Visit https://luvabella.com/ for more information on where to find that wine. Get their wine shipped directly to …

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Nashville Ally 400 NASCAR Picks & Preview 1:47:53

11M ago1:47:53

1:47:53

00:00:00 - New Hampshire recap 00:19:10 - Playoff standings update 00:30:30 - Wine About It 00:42:50 - Chase Briscoe to Joe Gibbs Racing 00:53:30 - Nashville race preview 01:29:30 - Picks to win and 36 for 36 Sponsored by L'uva Bella Winery. Visit https://luvabella.com/ for more information on where to find that wine. Get their wine shipped directl…

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New Hampshire USA Today 301 NASCAR Picks & Preview 1:45:48

11M ago1:45:48

1:45:48

***Recording issues may decrease audio quality*** In this episode of Stacking Dennys, Jordan McAbee and Nick Giffen discuss the recent NASCAR race at Iowa Speedway. They analyze the performance of drivers and teams, including Ryan Blaney, Christopher Bell, and Joe Gibbs Racing. They also speculate on potential driver changes and Silly Season rumors…

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Iowa Corn 350 NASCAR Picks & Preview 1:36:39

12M ago1:36:39

1:36:39

00:00:00 - Sonoma recap 00:19:30 - Playoff Standings update 00:36:10 - Wine About It 00:46:20 - Iowa preview 01:15:00 - Picks to win and 36 for 36 Takeaways: - Kyle Larson secures his second win at Sonoma - Tight point standings with Bubba Wallace on the cut line - Controversy surrounding the waiver for Kyle Larson's return - Lack of controversies …

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Creating ANIMAL WELL, Building a Game Engine, Finding Opportunities, Indie Games, Dunkey, Going to DePaul, Having Patience, Publisher BIGMODE, Disdain for Midjourney Assets and Crow Country with Billy ... 1:32:55

12M ago1:32:55

1:32:55

In this episode, I spoke with Billy Basso, the sole developer behind the hit indie game ANIMAL WELL. Discover how he began working on the game as an after-work hobby 7 years ago, and his vision for creating a lush, 2D Metroidvania experience where players explore underground caves, solve puzzles, and encounter creatures with minimal guidance. Billy…

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