Best Jon Jagger Podcasts (2026)

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CORE 503: The 2025 OsCOREs 4:21:34

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It's time for our anual personal and group awards for the games of the last year, and a few that are not. :) Join Scott Beau and Jon as they look back and forward and somehow up and down as well. Oh and this is the first time this gets called The osCORES. Big thx to Taz for the post art! Jump in! Full award notes: https://www.frogpants.com/corepick…

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CORE 502: O' Holy CORE! 2:35:40

10d ago2:35:40

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Diablo IV: Both Scott and Beau are back in for Season 11. Scott’s "Hot Take" is that the game is officially "very good now”, and he does not care who knows it. (Paladin to 46); Beau claims it’s the best season of "Diablo 3" yet. (lol) Scott: Revisiting Overload (on sale), playing Escape Room Simulator 2, and starting Banquet for Fools. Jon: Reached…

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How To Actually Clear Emotional Tension - Mediation #290 21:25

13d ago21:25

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CORE 501: Clarity 2:56:54

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Get your ‘500+ Episodes’ mugs at Frogpants.shop now before its too late!. We recapped The Game Awards: Jon loved Resident Evil Requiem, Scott is into Total War Warhammer 40k, and Beau liked Gang of Dragon. We mostly bounced off Highguard. News: Steam Winter Sale is live. Fallout Season 2 has started. We discussed Netflix buying WB (details at core.…

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CORE SPECIAL: 2025 Game Awards 3:58:01

25d ago3:58:01

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Audio edition of our watch-a-long! Listen along with us! Video version will be up on CORE.SHOW shortly. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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CORE 500: 500 of These! 1:11:01

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Welcome to episode 500! Finishing Dispatch, loving Split Fiction, playing Demeo DND, and the Hordes of Hel! Plus Shinobi is underrated, Divinity still has a lot of stuff on the ground, Witcher 3, and a LOT of prep for tonight’s Game Awards. (coming in a separate post.) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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I Ran A Mens Retreat With No More Mr Nice Guy... here is what happened 35:11

1M ago35:11

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💪 NEXT LEVEL RETREAT - SPOTS LIMITED Learn The 3-Day Process To Clear Baggage, Reclaim Power And Lead As A Grounded Man https://coreyboutwell.com/thenextleve... 🎁 JOIN THE FREE 10 DAY CHALLENGE Social Skills That Helped Me Learn Attraction Without Dating Apps By Using Leadership in 10 Days👇 https://setthestandard.com.au/10daych... ⸻ Stop believing …

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CORE 499: Primed 3:16:09

1M ago3:16:09

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🎉 500 EPISODE MUGS NOW AVAILABLE! Get yours reserved before we hit the limit! https://frogpants.shop ⚠️ SPOILER POLICY CLARIFICATION Going forward: 1. We'll do our best not to offer major spoilers on narrative elements 2. We'll give ample warning to pause, skip ahead, or come back later 3. We'll front-load discussions with spoiler-free content - Sc…

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CORE 498: Law of Threes 3:32:46

1M ago3:32:46

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Scott dropped a Patreon vs Core.show support comparison video—check it at Core.show for the breakdown. Also posted an article about RAM prices going absolutely bonkers right now. The advice? Wait it out. Don't be the person overpaying because you can't control yourself. News Roundup: WoW: Midnight Gets Real Jon brought the news: World of Warcraft's…

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CORE 497: Claire Obscured 3:34:41

2M ago3:34:41

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Main Topic: Game Awards Nominees. Megabonk dev withdraws "Best Debut Indie" nomination (made previous games). Claire Obscur: Expedition 33 breaks record with 12 nominations. Notable snubs: ARC Raiders, Dispatch, Sonic the Hedgehog 3. Other News Xbox Partners Showcase (Tides of Annihilation, Vampire Crawlers, Total Chaos) Epic/Unity partnership for …

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CORE 496: Open The Valve 3:50:44

2M ago3:50:44

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Valve has three new hardware options for you, and we talk about them in detail today. Plus all the news and stuff you can stand, as well as a visit from Bobby for a nice little WoW update! GAMES PLAYED SCOTT Tavern Keeper JON Dispatch CyberPunk 2077 BEAU Farthest Frontier Jump Space REPO ARC Raiders Vampire Survivors VR Hosted on Acast. See acast.c…

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CORE 495: Laminate Your Stones 3:19:30

2M ago3:19:30

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All the details on CORE.show, and what you can get from it! WoW is not coming to consoles, says game lead at Blizz. Fortnite has all the cartoon dads now. Rockstar doing some devious firings. Your Steam Deck can now download while asleep! Warhammer Survivors is HAPPENING! Blizzcon tickets go up tomorrow. Playstation Portal finally does cloud. The r…

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CORE 494: Cross Me Again... 4:09:18

2M ago4:09:18

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Nintendo wants you to feel like those happy pandemic times again with a big update to Animal Crossing on Switch 2. Also, all the games of November, the Amazon Games layoffs and the apparent shutter of New World. Civ 7 trying to fix things. Claire and Cloud together at last. All the games we played plus all the usual stuff Enjoy! SHARED PLAY THIS WE…

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CORE 493: Impossible Task 3:04:44

3M ago3:04:44

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How does anyone make a definitive list of the best games? It’s impossible, but we talk about the latest attempt anyway. Plus, Remedy losing their CEO after Firebreak did so poorly, and Vampire Survivors adds DLC to DLC. We also field a load of your questions this week, along with the usual dork-athon, and the games we played to boot! SHARED PLAY TH…

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CORE 492: Ex-Ally 3:24:56

3M ago3:24:56

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Early reviews for the Xbox handheld are out, and it is a mixed bag to say the least. Understanding Fearless Drafts. Glen Powell wants in on E33 movies. EA employees not happy about the sell out. Quantic Dream is making a….free to play MOBA? Yep. Also, all the games we played and loads more! GAMES PLAYED SCOTT Ball X Pit The Exit 8. Funguys Swarm So…

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CORE 491: Goes Up & Down 2:29:00

3M ago2:29:00

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Straight into Hades II gameplay talk! Covering the “rat boss,” progress paths, end-game challenges, and tarot upgrades, all leading up to some admittedly broad comparisons to ARPGs and roguelites. Design depth, storytelling, and character reactions, Greg Street’s studio troubles, praise for Megabonk. Not to mention the mess that the gamepass change…

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CORE 490: I'll Pass 3:23:16

3M ago3:23:16

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Scott & Jon’s Horror Video Game Fun Time kicks off Friday with Silent Hill f, running each Friday this month. Main topic covers October’s big releases like Ghost of Yotei, Battlefield 6, Little Nightmares 3, Pokémon Legends Z-A, Ninja Gaiden 4, The Outer Worlds 2, Mina the Hollower and more. Other news: Microsoft hikes Game Pass, EA goes private, F…

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CORE 489: Straight Out of Hades 3:52:06

3M ago3:52:06

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Happy ten years to CORE! Plus, Beau reminds us about a Kojima credit card coming soon. Highlights from TGS like Kojima’s new horror game OD and Capcom announcements including C. Viper in SF6, Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection, Pragmata, and Onimusha: Way of the Sword. PlayStation’s State of Play brought a bag of goodies: Saros, Zero Parades for…

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CORE 488: Hedge Your Bets 3:17:30

4M ago3:17:30

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Nintendo Direct dropped big news: Metroid Prime 4, more Fire Emblem, a quirky “Ditto Crossing,” and even Virtual Boy stuff, plus Hades 2’s 1.0 launch date is September 25. Meanwhile, Randy Pitchford remains the industry’s baffling clown in an ill-fitting suit, Sega is back with some old-school “Ninten-Don’t” ads, and speculation heats up around Cyb…

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CORE 487: Give Silver a Hand 2:39:08

4M ago2:39:08

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Frogs, flies, and state borders! Keanu Reeves expressed willingness to bring back Johnny Silverhand in future Cyberpunk projects, fueling speculation about DLC or cameos. PC Gaming Show Tokyo Direct, hosts, and more. Exhibition 33’s concert tour selling out instantly, Halo Infinite getting Invasion mode, and Steam reviews for Silksong differing by …

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Sep '25: The Road Goes on Forever and the Party Never Ends 3:23:26

4M ago3:23:26

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On the final episode of Charting the Territories, Al Getz and Jon Boucher are joined by Chad Olson plus a surprise guest. They discuss the second stage of Bobby Shane's pro wrestling career and his emergence as a major star before his untimely death in 1975. They also discuss "what might have been" had Shane not passed. Also, Jon and Chad play Gord…

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CORE SPECIAL: Gamescom On The Ground 50:48

4M ago50:48

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Scott sits down with Tanner Goodman, who just got back from the EU, and his time at Gamescom in Germany. They talk about everything he saw! Including the standout demos like Crimson Desert (beautiful but overloaded with systems), Silent Hill f (creepy immersive theater), Honor of Kings: World (surprise hit with fun elemental combat and raids), and …

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CORE 486: Bon Voyager 3:03:30

4M ago3:03:30

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Gamescom brought big World of Warcraft reveals: the new housing system with public, charter, and guild neighborhoods (50 homes each, customizable biomes, permissions, and community events), plus new solo content like Prey hunts and ongoing Delves. Blizzard is also integrating add-on features directly into the UI (boss timers, nameplates, DPS meters…

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CORE 485: September Reign 3:24:20

4M ago3:24:20

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Let’s talk the BIG September 2025 releases: Hollow Knight: Silksong (Sept 4), Everybody’s Golf: Hot Shots (Sept 5), Borderlands 4 (Sept 12), Silent Hill F (Sept 25), Sonic Racing Crossworlds, Final Fantasy Tactics: Ivalice Chronicles, Lego Party, Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion, plus DLCs for Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 and Pac-Man World 2 Re-Pac. …

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CORE 484: GamesCom Ahoy! 2:22:22

5M ago2:22:22

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Let’s star with Steam’s new language-based review system, which pushed Palworld to an “Overwhelmingly Positive” rating in English, for example. We looked at the debut of the World of Warcraft launch cinematic in October 2004, before the game’s release. A detailed rundown of Gamescom’s Future Games Show including major stuff like Resident Evil Requi…

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CORE 483: That Modular Life 2:27:56

5M ago2:27:56

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Microsoft may shift Xbox toward a modular, PC-like system called Magnus, we have some debate over complexity versus convenience. Rod Ferguson has exited Blizzard, raising questions about Diablo IV’s future, while Blizzard’s cinematic team voted to unionize. Crimson Desert sees a delay, and rumors suggest Paladin could return in a Diablo expansion, …

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Aug '25: Bobby Shane, Baby! 2:06:05

5M ago2:06:05

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This month's episode begins with some INCREDIBLE personal news from Jon Boucher! Then, he and Al Getz are joined by Chad Olson for the entire episode. The podcast delves into the first six years in the pro wrestling career of Bobby Shane. They also set up the big Gordon Solie's Championship Wrestling Trivia challenge for next month's final episode.…

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CORE 482: Finish It! 2:58:57

5M ago2:58:57

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Let’s talk about older consoles and approaching games in unconventional ways, and address while we are here, developments in the gaming business this week. MK: Legacy Kollection looking very cool. Battlefield 6 also seems like things are poppin. GOG says come get these free nudie games. Kirby fans finally know what they are getting soon. Lucy from …

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CORE 481: Feels Itchy 3:27:24

5M ago3:27:24

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We talked about upcoming games for August, including Metal Gear Solid Delta, House of the Dead 2 remake, and Gears of War: E-Day. We discussed the return of Nerdtacular in June 2026 in Salt Lake City and encouraged listeners to fill out the interest survey. We covered game delistings tied to payment processors, especially around sensitive themes, a…

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Men's BIGGEST Dating Mistake That Kills Relationships: Chris Bates #288 1:11:15

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Join For The Insider Community- https://www.skool.com/setthestandard The fear of rejection, being too nice, and never making a move… If you’ve ever overthought your way into loneliness, struggled with ghosting, or felt stuck in “nice guy syndrome”, this episode is for you. Corey sits down with dating coach and author Chris Bates to break down moder…

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CORE 480: Pulling It Back 3:16:03

5M ago3:16:03

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Critical Role enters game dev, Outer Worlds 2 drops back to $70, and Splitgate 2 unlaunches. RIP Julian LeFay, and yes, that Hellraiser trailer is terrifying. Beau praises the SC2 World Cup. In “Dear Martha,” we “misremember” the PS2. Shared play this week: Donkey Kong Bananza. Scott tries Captain of Industry, Jon nears the end of FFX, and Beau div…

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How Dads Are Saving Their Family From Work Addiction - Jon Vroman 287 1:08:37

6M ago1:08:37

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Most high-performing men lead their business like a king but feel lost at home. In this episode, Jon Vroman (Front Row Dads) and I unpack the silent cost of masculine burnout and what it really takes to lead your family with presence, clarity, and calm. We dive into: • Nervous system regulation for fatherhood • Why kids don’t need a “perfect” dad—j…

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CORE 479: Going Bananas 2:50:38

6M ago2:50:38

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We covered Krafton's ongoing legal dispute with ousted Subnautica 2 founders, including a leaked memo and bonus extensions. The leaked Xbox Rog Ally price and portable gaming appeal. Steam's updated terms of service for adult games, shifting responsibility to developers and payment processors, were also reviewed. Our segment "Dear Martha" and Donke…

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How To Stop The Nice Guy Pandemic: JR Harvey Kings Community #286 1:47:08

6M ago1:47:08

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Most men say they want purpose… but they’re actually addicted to struggle. In this episode, I sit down with JR Harvey founder of Kings Community and one of the most grounded, embodied mentors for men in the game to unpack what’s really keeping men stuck. We go deep on: • Why “managing pain” isn’t healing • The nervous system cost of constantly perf…

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CORE 478: Sub-Delayedica 3:08:41

6M ago3:08:41

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We discussed controller comfort and aging, the delay in finishing Ghost of Tsushima, and how handhelds like the Steam Deck affect game choices. We covered the Subnautica 2 delay and controversy involving Krafton possibly avoiding a $250M payout. We speculate on corporate motives, Unknown Worlds founders’ ousting, and Krafton’s Starcraft gig. We als…

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Jul '25: The Clown Who Took a Duck and Became a Lord 1:39:49

6M ago1:39:49

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This month, Al Getz and Jon Boucher discuss some of the little persons prevalent in pro wrestling in the early 1970s. They're joined by author David Gibb and focus on Lord Littlebrook, recapping his life and his journey from circus performer in England to the 'manager' of the premier troupe of little persons in the U.S. and Canada, with some humoro…

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CORE 477: Imperfect Dark 2:41:48

6M ago2:41:48

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We have another bad case of layoffs, but this time, we hit the specific projects impacted by them. Some gnarly ones. Plus, Warcraft Rumble gets hit hard too. On the upside, we talk about the games un-effected, and the teams that are doing to stay intact. Leon S. Kennedy predictions. Stop Killing Games in the EU. Marvel Rivals is trolling fans. Dear…

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How to Remove Trauma - Modern Techniques Steven Jaggers #285 1:06:18

6M ago1:06:18

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In this episode, I chat with Steven “Jagger” Jaggers Jr (Instagram: @jaggersjr), co‑founder of Somatic Release Breathwork, somatic practitioner, and host of the Mind‑Body Mentor Podcast. We dive deep into how connection heals, the “dirty fuel” of the inner critic, and why emotional digestion is essential for clarity and high-performance. We unpack:…

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CORE 476: Death Standing Tall 2:32:17

6M ago2:32:17

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We discuss our sleep schedules, gaming habits, and Xbox’s evolving hardware strategy. We share frustrations with Microsoft and Windows, and talk about competition between major gaming companies. We cover upcoming July games like Mecha Break, Micropunk, Donkey Kong Bonanza, Robocop: Unfinished Business, Wildgate, and Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound. We reac…

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CORE 475: Coming From The Inside Out 3:37:38

7M ago3:37:38

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Let’s start with a funny story about a kid and a video game character. Then a bit about Foamstars, the changing nature of music discovery via memes and platforms like TikTok, Hideo Kojima’s comments on Death Stranding 2 being “too good” and altered to be less mainstream, Microsoft’s strategic moves with Xbox to create a unified gaming platform that…

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Why Nice Guys Finish Last! Dr. Robert Glover 55:48

7M ago55:48

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Nice guys never ask for what they truly want sexually, emotionally, or in relationships. They overgive, avoid conflict, get resentful, and end up losing themselves and the woman. In this powerful interview with Dr. Robert Glover (author of No More Mr. Nice Guy), we dive deep into: • What is Nice Guy Syndrome • Why giving without receiving leads to …

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How To Build A Run Club With Viral Content - Noah Rolete RawDawg Runclub #283 1:15:16

7M ago1:15:16

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Want to blow up your own run club using social media? This episode with Noah Rolete from RawDawg Run Club breaks it all down. We talk about how Noah turned a small idea into a movement using nothing but authentic content, consistency, and a love for running that’s infectious. If you’re someone who wants to build something meaningful, this is the ep…

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CORE 474: State of Showcase Direct Fest Play 3:36:06

7M ago3:36:06

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Let’s talk about the Xbox ASUS Ally X handheld—its specs, price speculation, and use of Hall Effect sticks. They critique Nintendo's controller decisions and Steam Deck comparisons. And presenting a new way of highlighting standout games from Summer Game Fest, instead of full recaps. Titles we discuss include Clockwork Revolution, 007: From Light, …

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Jun '25: Sisters Are Doin' It For Themselves 1:33:28

7M ago1:33:28

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This month's podcast begins with an announcement from Al Getz about the future of Charting the Territories. Then, Al and Jon Boucher talk about women's wrestling in the early 1970s, going over many of the notable ladies who graced wrestling rings at the time, with a focus on Kansas-based Betty Niccoli.…

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Why People Give Up On Relationships (And How To Avoid It) #282 Alexis Quiterio 58:57

7M ago58:57

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Why Boss Babe Culture Isn’t Working Anymore with Alexis Quiterio CEO boss babe culture is officially dead. In this episode, I sit down with feminine embodiment coach Alexis Quiterio to unpack her journey from hardcore gymnastics, extreme discipline, and masculine energy… to surrender, softness, and the magic of true feminine power. We break down th…

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PSA about our Summer Game Fest coverage 2:00

7M ago2:00

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PSA about our Summer Game Fest coverage Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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CORE 473: Switch 2 Day! 2:58:37

7M ago2:58:37

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It’s Nintendo Switch 2 launch day! And one of us got one. Impressions about the new hardware, the snappy performance of the eShop, and the sucky bits of game upgrade pricing—some titles requiring up to $20 for performance boosts. "Nintendo Welcome Tour" requiring accessories for full completion is nuts, and we talk on past console campouts. Canadia…

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Why Most Online Coaches Fail - Nick Komadina #281 1:06:05

7M ago1:06:05

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f you’re an introverted business owner who’s secretly been playing small… this is the wake-up call. In this episode, I sit down with Nick Komodina a powerhouse in the space of nervous system safety, masculine leadership, and energetic presence to unpack what’s really keeping men stuck. We dive deep into how trauma and Tall Poppy Syndrome stop you f…

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CORE 472: Cat's Out of The Bag 2:33:47

7M ago2:33:47

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We have “secret penises." Trust us, it will make sense. We’re giving away a copy of Doom: The Dark Ages, we speculate on Cyberpunk 2—its name, setting (possibly Chicago), and potential DLC—then dive into the animation studio behind the upcoming Cyberpunk anime followup. K-Pop Demon Hunters, Marathon possibly being delayed, and the over-saturation o…

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CORE 471: Real Fan Money 3:30:32

8M ago3:30:32

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Bungie’s admission of using stolen artwork in Marathon, casting big doubt on the game's future. We talk about the extraction shooter genre and compare Marathon to games like Tarkov and Concord to mixed results. Randy Pitchford is back with a out-of-touch $80 pricing comment on X for Borderlands 4, and we review Borderlands and its spinoffs just for…