Best Lights And Shadows Interview Series Podcasts (2025)

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Ep 9 Brimstone Unanswered Questions: What Readers Want to Know Before Book 3 47:55

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Step into the quicksilver with book besties Hannah, Kinsey, and Karly as they tackle the biggest loose ends, lingering mysteries, and reader-submitted questions from Callie Hart's Fae and Alchemy series. This episode marks the final stop in our Brimstone Recovery journey before we shift into our next season, and it dives deep into the questions kee…

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Episode 38.6: The 2025 Game Awards and Supergirl Trailer 1:02:36

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Welcome back to another episode of the Online Warriors Podcast! This we have a very special episode for you. We've got a bunch movie and gaming announcements, and Steve joins the show! - 2025 Game Awards (3:32) - Coven of the Chicken Foot (4:02) - Out of Words (7:39) - Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight (9:22) - Bradley The Badger (11:40) - Exo…

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Ep 8 Fae and Alchemy Book 3 Predictions After Brimstone 42:47

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Step into the quicksilver with book besties Hannah, Kinsey, and Karly as they continue the Brimstone Recovery phase with their biggest theories for Fae and Alchemy Book 3. This episode is packed with Brimstone spoilers, wild connections, and plenty of chaotic speculation as the hosts break down everything they noticed on their first read. In this e…

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Episode 38.5: Warner Brothers Bidding, The Boys: Trigger Warning VR Game, Pokémon Go Trading, and The Copenhagen Test 38:44

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Welcome back to another episode of the Online Warriors Podcast! This we have a very special episode for you. We've got a bunch of movie and gaming news! - Warner Brothers Bidding (3:07) - The Boys: Trigger Warning VR Game (10:38) - Pokémon Go Trading (20:07) - The Copenhagen Test (27:30) Then we discuss what the gang's been up to: - Techtic plays S…

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Episode 38.4: Shadow The Hedgehog Spin-off, Mother Mary Trailer, and A Live Action Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Movie 47:50

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Welcome back to another episode of the Online Warriors Podcast! This we have a very special episode for you. We've got a bunch of movie news! - Shadow The Hedgehog Spin-off (4:05) - Mother Mary Trailer (17:32) - Live Action Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (27:10) Then we discuss what the gang's been up to: - Techtic watches Invincible and sees Wicked …

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Episode 38.3: Xbox Partner Preview and Farcry TV Series 54:48

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Welcome back to another episode of the Online Warriors Podcast! This we have a very special episode for you. We're covering some TV and gaming news! - Xbox Partner Preview (3:47) - Armatus (3:52) - The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu (7:02) - Dave the Diver" In The Jungle (9:31) - Crowsworn (11:20) - Echo Generation 2 (13:58) - Vampire Crawlers (16:15) - 00…

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Ep 7 Brimstone Initial Thoughts & Reactions 1:29:14

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Step into the quicksilver with book besties Hannah, Kinsey, and Karly as they officially begin the Brimstone Recovery phase of the Fae & Alchemy season. In this first post-release episode, the hosts share their immediate reactions to Callie Hart's Brimstone, diving into favorite characters, quotes, and the moments that left them reeling. They refle…

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Episode 38.2: Super Mario Galaxy Trailer, Metroid Prime 4 Trailer, New Pokémon Variants, and The Steam Machine 22:53

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Welcome back to another episode of the Online Warriors Podcast! This we have a very special episode for you. We're covering some movie and gaming news! - Super Mario Galaxy Trailer (1:41) - Metroid Prime 4 Trailer (4:31) - New Pokémon Variants (11:09) - Steam Machine (13:32) Then we discuss what Techtic's been up to: - Techtic watches No Body Wants…

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Ep 3 The Ascended Interview: Grenwich & Lennox 56:10

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Join book besties Hannah, Kinsey, and Karly as they sit down, once again, with Bree Grenwich and Parker Lennox, the author duo behind the Sundered Realms Universe, which includes the Esprithean Trilogy (Riftborne and Duskbound) and the newly released The Ascended, book one in the Aesymarean Duet. This episode serves as a part two to our first inter…

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Episode 38.1: Overcooked Game Show, Future Games Class No More, and a Jimmy Olsen TV Series 43:41

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Welcome back to another episode of the Online Warriors Podcast! This we have a very special episode for you. We're covering some TV and gaming news! - Overcooked Game Show (6:53) - Future Games Class No More (17:40) - Jimmy Olsen TV Series (27:00) Then we discuss what the gangs been up to: - Techtic goes to Medieval Times (36:13) - Nerdbomber goes …

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Episode 37.10: Halo: Campaign Evolved launches on PS5, A Very Jonas Christmas Movie, and Animal Crossing New Horizon Update 45:12

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Welcome back to another episode of the Online Warriors Podcast! This we have a very special episode for you. We're covering some TV and gaming news! - Halo: Campaign Evolved launches on PS5 (3:06) - A Very Jonas Christmas Movie (15:00) - Animal Crossing New Horizon Update (22:01) Then we discuss what the gangs been up to: - Nerdbomber watches Y2k a…

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Ep 6 Quicksilver Bonus Chapters: Recap, Theories, and Hidden Clues 58:28

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Step into the quicksilver with book besties Kinsey and Karly as they close out the Brimstone Prep phase with a deep dive into the Quicksilver bonus chapters: The Gate: Part 1, The Gate: Part 2, The Maze, and The Fox. The Boots. The Dress. In this episode, the hosts revisit these pivotal Kingfisher POV scenes to uncover their hidden meanings and the…

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Ep 2 The Ascended Theories: Sundered Realms Connections 1:34:37

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Join book besties Hannah, Kinsey, and Karly as they spiral through their biggest theories for The Ascended Book 2 and the wider Sundered Realms Universe created by Bree Grenwich and Parker Lennox. This episode is divided into two parts for spoiler safety. The first portion focuses exclusively on The Ascended and includes spoilers for that book only…

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Episode 37.9: Schrödinger’s Cat Burglar Interview 25:34

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Welcome back to another episode of the Online Warriors Podcast! Happy Halloween! This week were going to revisit Schrodinger's Cat Burglar! We'll get an inside look at the development of Schrödinger’s Cat Burglar. Schrödinger’s Cat Burglar - Tell us a about yourself - I understand you’re an animator turned game designer, so kind of walk us through …

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Ep 1 The Ascended: Initial Thoughts & Reactions (The Sundered Realms Universe) 1:53:02

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Dive into the Sundered Realms Universe with book besties Hannah, Kinsey, and Karly as they share their first impressions of The Ascended, the new romantasy from author duo Bree Grenwich and Parker Lennox that has taken BookTok and Bookstagram by storm. The first installment in the Aesymarean Duet, The Ascended expands the interconnected world reade…

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Episode 37.8: 007 First Light Theme Song, Eternity Trailer, and The Hunt For Ben Solo 39:48

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Welcome back to another episode of the Online Warriors Podcast! This we have a very special episode for you. We're covering some TV and gaming news! - 007 First Light Theme Song (3:17) - Eternity Trailer (9:49) - The Hunt For Ben Solo (20:53) Then we discuss what the gangs been up to: - Nerdbomber plays Ball X Pit(28:20) - Techtic works on his game…

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Ep 5 Callie Hart Insights & Clues for Brimstone & Beyond 38:14

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Step into the quicksilver with Kinsey and Karly as they collect and decode Callie Hart's most revealing interview moments for Brimstone and the wider Fae & Alchemy series. Pulling from recent tour stops and an Instagram Live, this episode gathers concrete details and intriguing teases, then organizes them into clear takeaways for listeners who want…

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Ep 4 Quicksilver Worldbuilding, Lore, & Iconography Breakdown 39:32

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Step into the quicksilver with book besties Kinsey and Karly as they unravel the intricate lore, worldbuilding, and iconography woven throughout Callie Hart's Quicksilver, book one in the Fae & Alchemy series. In this episode, the hosts dive deep into the mythology that shapes Yvelia; exploring its seven gods, the divine tree of life, and the myste…

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Episode 37.7: Wonder Man Series, Taylor Swift The Eras Tour the End of an Era Series, and Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game 36:48

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Welcome back to another episode of the Online Warriors Podcast! This we have a very special episode for you. We're covering some TV and gaming news! - Wonder Man Series (1:32) - Taylor Swift The Eras Tour the End of an Era Series (8:40) - Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game (20:25) Then we discuss what the gangs been up to: - Nerdbomber watches Murde…

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Ep 3 Brimstone Predictions: What We Think Is Coming Next 43:35

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Step into the quicksilver with book besties Hannah, Kinsey, and Karly as they share their boldest theories and predictions for Brimstone, book two in Callie Hart's Fae & Alchemy series. In this episode, the hosts sift through Quicksilver's most intriguing clues, foreshadowing, and easter eggs to uncover what might be waiting in the next book. This …

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Episode 37.6: Changes to Gamepass Tiers, Ads in Xbox Cloud Gaming, and Sega and The Olympics Collab 49:37

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Welcome back to another episode of the Online Warriors Podcast! This we have a very special episode for you. We're going full negative! - Changes to Gamepass Tiers (3:43) - Ads in Xbox Cloud Gaming (20:00) - Sega and The Olympics Collab (29:31) Then we discuss what the gangs been up to: - Techtic watches Novocain (36:27) - Nerdbomber watches The Fo…

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Ep 2 Quicksilver Favorites: Characters, Moments, and Chaos 1:01:14

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Step into the quicksilver with book besties Hannah, Kinsey, and Karly as they take a deeper look at Quicksilver, book one in Callie Hart's Fae & Alchemy series. This episode goes beyond the recap to highlight the hosts' overall thoughts and reactions, their favorite characters, standout moments, and the quotes that left the strongest impression. Fr…

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Ep 1 Quicksilver Recap: Everything You Need Before Brimstone 26:07

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Step into the quicksilver with book besties Kinsey and Karly as they dive into a quick yet thorough recap of Callie Hart's Quicksilver, book one in the Fae & Alchemy series. Perfect for listeners looking for a refresher before the release of Brimstone, the highly anticipated second book, this episode distills the key plot points, characters, and mo…

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Episode 37.5: September 2025 PlayStation State of Play 50:01

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Welcome back to another episode of the Online Warriors Podcast! This we have a very special episode for you. We're talking all things State of Play! - PlayStation State of Play (1:15) - Saros (1:48) - Zero Parades: For Dead Spies (6:23) - Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 (9:22) - Battlefield 6 (10:57) - Dues Ex Remastered (11:57) - Dynasty Warriors …

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Brimstone Prep & Recovery: What to Expect This Season 2:39

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Step into the quicksilver with book besties, Hannah, Kinsey, and Karly as they begin the Brimstone Prep & Recovery season, dedicated to Callie Hart's Fae & Alchemy series. With Brimstone releasing on November 18, 2025, the hosts guide listeners through every stage of the alchemical journey: prep, spiral, and recovery! First, they share what to expe…

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Episode 37.4: The Mandalorian and Grogu, Arkheron, and Anaconda 8:33

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Welcome back to another episode of the Online Warriors Podcast! This week we have a truncated episode of the show because the crew is sick. However, we have a crash course in some nerd news, covering: - The Mandalorian and Grogu - Anaconda - Arkheron Special shoutout to our Patreon Producer: Steven Keller! We'd like to thank each and every one of y…

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Episode 37.3: September 2025 Nintendo Direct 50:27

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Welcome back to another episode of the Online Warriors Podcast! This week we have a very special episode! We cover the entire Nintendo Direct! - September 2025 Nintendo Direct (0:60) - Super Mario Galaxy Movie (1:13) - Super Mario Galaxy 1 & 2 (5:08) - Virtual Boy (7:09) - Super Mario Bros Wonder (9:50) - Mario Tennis Fever (12:16) - Yoshi and the …

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Episode 37.2: 007 First Light, Superman: Man of Tomorrow, and a Live Action Tomb Raider 49:06

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Welcome back to another episode of the Online Warriors Podcast! This week we have a very special episode! The gang talks about the latest in Gaming and Entertainment! - 007 First Light (2:34) - Superman: Man of Tomorrow (20:50) - Live Action Tomb Raider (31:45) Then we talk about what the gang has been up to: - Nerdbomber watches Love is Blind UK a…

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Episode 37.1: Marvel Zombies, Live Action Call of Duty, and Rayman Returns 48:57

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Welcome back to another episode of the Online Warriors Podcast! This week we have a very special episode! The gang talks about the latest in Gaming and Entertainment! - Marvel Zombies (3:45) - Live Action Call of Duty (14:57) - Rayman Returns (31:06) Then we talk about what the gang has been up to: - Techtic listens to Yungblud and plays Tetris (43…

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Episode 36.10: Gamescom 2025 29:44

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Welcome back to another episode of the Online Warriors Podcast! This week Techtic takes on solo coverage of the 2025 Gamescom! - Gamescom 2025 (2:02) - Bubsy 4D (2:44) - Keeper (3:10) - Denshattack! (3:59) - Sonic Racing Cross Worlds (4:54) - Valor Mortis (5:31) - Sekiro Anime (6:21) - Season 2 Fallout (7:16) - Clair Obscure Expedition 33 Song (8:2…

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Episode 36.9: Swiped Trailer, Marty Supreme Trailer, Jurassic Park Survival, Pokémon Go Private PokeStops, and Palland Hits the E-Shop 55:05

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Welcome back to another episode of the Online Warriors Podcast! This week we have a very special episode! Steven joins us! Altogether they talk about the latest in Gaming and Entertainment! - Swiped Trailer (7:01) - Marty Supreme Trailer (14:39) - Jurassic Park Survival (22:11) - Pokémon Go Private PokeStops (32:30) - Palland Hits the E-Shop (37:20…

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Episode 36.8: Nintendo Indie World Showcase, The Paper Trailer, Adulthood Trailer, and a K-pop Demon Hunters Sequel 50:38

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Welcome back to another episode of the Online Warriors Podcast! This week we have a very special episode! The gang talks about the latest in Gaming and Entertainment! - Nintendo Indie World Showcase (2:06) - Mina The Hollower (3:02) - Well Dweller (5:53) - Neverway (8:32) - Herdling (11:28) - Is This Seat Taken (13:00) - Little Kitty Big City (15:5…

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Hannah Nicole Maehrer - Accomplice to the Villain | A Dear Fantasy Author Interview 2:03:55

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🎤 Recorded before release day — one of Hannah Nicole Maehrer's first interviews about Accomplice to the Villain! In this special Dear Fantasy Author episode, hosts Hannah, Kinsey, and Karly sit down with Hannah Nicole Maehrer to get the inside scoop on Accomplice to the Villain! This episode was recorded before the book's official release, making i…

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Episode 36.7: Joseph Balderrama Interview 36:38

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Welcome back to another episode of the Online Warriors Podcast! This week we have a very special episode! The gang revisits an old interview to allow themselves a well-deserved rest. Please enjoy and we will return next week with our regular show! Special shoutout to our Patreon Producer: Steven Keller! We'd like to thank each and every one of you …

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Accomplice To The Villain Immediate Thoughts & Reactions | Fangirl Breakdown 43:07

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In this spoiler-filled reaction episode, hosts Kinsey and Karly (and Kingsley??) break down their initial thoughts & reactions to Hannah Nicole Maehrer's highly anticipated Accomplice to the Villain, which released yesterday, August 5th, 2025. The excitement? High. The chaos? Unhinged. As our resident ATTV-fangirl, Kinsey dropped everything to read…

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Episode 36.6: Five Nights at Freddy's 2, Pokémon Presents, Vox Machina Spinoff, and Peace Maker Season 2 47:44

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Welcome back to another episode of the Online Warriors Podcast! This week we have a very special episode! The gang talks about the latest in Gaming and Entertainment! - Five Nights at Freddy's 2 (6:29) - Pokémon Presents (13:38) - Vox Machina Spinoff (26:54) - Peace Maker Season 2 (32:50) Then we talk about what the gang has been up to: - Techtic w…

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Jade Presley - The Never List | A Dear Fantasy Author Interview 1:09:32

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In this spicy new episode of Dear Fantasy Author, hosts Hannah, Kinsey, and Karly sit down with New York Times bestselling author, Jade Presley, to talk all things The Never List, a steamy "why choose" romantasy packed with magic, myth, and four very swoon-worthy love interests. This book became an instant book club favorite—and we were so excited …

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Episode 36.5: Mortal Kombat 2 Trailer, Miles Morales Restricted from the MCU, Assassins Creed Netflix Series, and Live Action Legend of Zelda Casting 48:30

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Welcome back to another episode of the Online Warriors Podcast! This week we have a very special episode! The gang talks about the latest in Gaming and Entertainment! - Mortal Kombat 2 Trailer (3:27) - Miles Morales Restricted from the MCU (13:38) - Assassins Creed Netflix Series (20:22) - Live Action Legend of Zelda Casting (31:34) Then we talk ab…

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Stacey McEwan - A Forbidden Alchemy | A Dear Fantasy Author Interview 1:38:57

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🎤 Recorded the day before the US release date - one of Stacey's first in-depth interviews about A Forbidden Alchemy! In this special Dear Fantasy Author episode, hosts Hannah, Kinsey, and Karly sit down with New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Stacey McEwan to get the inside scoop on her brand-new romantasy release, A Forbidden Alchemy!…

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Episode 36.4: New Nintendo E-Shop Guidelines, Borderlands 4 Character Drop, Microsoft Shuts Down Perfect Dark and Everwilds, and The Last of Us Part 2 Chronological Release 46:30

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Welcome back to another episode of the Online Warriors Podcast! This week we have a very special episode! The gang talks about the latest in Gaming and Entertainment! - New Nintendo E-Shop Guidelines (4:01) - Borderlands 4 Character Drop (11:48) - Microsoft Shuts Down Perfect Dark and Everwilds (22:02) - The Last of Us Part 2 Chronological Release …

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What's Next for Dear Fantasy Reader: New Formats, New Books, Same Fangirl Energy 4:53

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With Onyx Storm wrapped, the DFR hosts—Hannah, Kinsey, & Karly—are giving you a quick update on what's coming next for the pod! From new season formats to upcoming coverage plans—this is everything you need to know about what's changing, what's staying, and what's ahead! Featuring: A shift from chapter-by-chapter deep dives to fast-paced prep and p…

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Episode 36.3: Interview with Coco Kinnon of Winona Fighter, Chuck's Arcade, Project Hail Mary, and a TLOU Show Shakeup 1:07:30

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Welcome back to another episode of the Online Warriors Podcast! This week we have a very special episode - we have a special guest: Coco Kinnon, frontwoman and multi-instrumentalist of the high-octane punk band, Winona Fighter. It was a great conversation, and we chatted about: - How the members of Winona Fighter got their start in music (1:42) - H…

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Bree Grenwich & Parker Lennox | A Dear Fantasy Author Interview 1:41:34

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🎤THE ONLY PLACE THE ESPRITHEAN 3 BOOK DETAILS HAVE BEEN REVEALED! (title, cover, and release date—all first announced in this episode) In this special Dear Fantasy Author episode, hosts Hannah, Kinsey, and Karly sit down with Bree Grenwich and Parker Lennox, co-authors of the Esprithean series, for a two-part interview that blends cozy chaos, craft…

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Episode 36.2: Interview with Daniel Greenberg 56:26

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Welcome back to another episode of the Online Warriors Podcast! This week, we have a very special episode in store for you. We have a special guest interview featuring Daniel Greenberg, Professor of Game Design at George Mason University and founder of Winterion Game Studios! Daniel came on the show today to chat about all things gaming (and root b…

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Ep. 18 Onyx Storm Deep Dive: Ch. 63-66 | Easter Eggs, Theories & Key Moments 2:16:46

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Join your favorite Quest Squadmates—Hannah, Kinsey, and Karly—as they dive deep into chapters 63-66 of Rebecca Yarros' captivating fantasy, Onyx Storm! First, they'll journey into the Archives Vault for a quick chapter recap before diving into an engaging, in-depth discussion and analysis of key moments, sharing transformative insights from Yarros'…

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Episode 36.1: Donkey Kong Bananza Direct, Sonic Racing CrossWorlds, Canceled Batman Arkham Game, and the Deliver Me from Nowhere Trailer 47:44

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Welcome back to another episode of the Online Warriors Podcast! This week we have a very special episode! The gang talks about the latest in Movies, Games, and Entertainment! - Donkey Kong Bananza Direct (4:59) - Sonic Racing CrossWorlds (18:27) - Canceled Batman Arkham Game (30:11) - Deliver Me from Nowhere Trailer (37:40) Then we talk about what …

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Ep. 17 Onyx Storm Deep Dive: Ch. 58-62 | Easter Eggs, Theories & Key Moments 1:39:20

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Join your favorite Quest Squadmates—Hannah, Kinsey, and Karly—as they dive deep into chapters 58-62 of Rebecca Yarros' captivating fantasy, Onyx Storm! First, they'll journey into the Archives Vault for a quick chapter recap before diving into an engaging, in-depth discussion and analysis of key moments, sharing transformative insights from Yarros'…

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Episode 35.10: Osiris Trailer, Spaceballs 2, and Cat Assassin 43:36

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Welcome back to another episode of the Online Warriors Podcast! This week we have a very special episode! The gang talks about the latest in Movies, Games, and Entertainment! - Osiris Trailer (5:13) - Spaceballs 2 (14:19) - Cat Assassin Game (23:12) Then we talk about what the gang has been up to: - Techtic watches Deli Boys (35:54) - Nerdbomber go…

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Ep. 16 Onyx Storm Deep Dive: Ch. 53-57 | Easter Eggs, Theories & Key Moments 1:20:04

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Join your favorite Quest Squadmates—Hannah, Kinsey, and Karly—as they dive deep into chapters 53-57 of Rebecca Yarros' captivating fantasy, Onyx Storm! First, they'll journey into the Archives Vault for a quick chapter recap before diving into an engaging, in-depth discussion and analysis of key moments, sharing transformative insights from Yarros'…

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Shield of Sparrows Immediate Thoughts & Reactions | Fangirl Breakdown 1:10:17

6M ago1:10:17

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In this spoiler-filled reaction episode, Hannah and Karly hit record just two minutes after Hannah finished reading Shield of Sparrows. The emotions? Raw. The spiraling? Immediate. The chaos? Very. Real. Karly finished the book first and, like the responsible bookish bestie she is, threw together a quick outline to help guide the conversation. But …