Best Mash Those Buttons Podcasts (2025)

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Brainiac in ‘Superman 2’? Plus ‘Running Man’ Reactions! | The Midnight Boys 1:32:13

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The Boys are back, and they’re ready to talk all things ‘The Running Man’! Then they get into the nerd news of the week with ‘Superman 2’ and even do a mini draft of the best rappers-turned-actors. (0:00) Intro (7:07) Spoilers ahead (9:36) Instant reactions to ‘The Running Man’ (55:05) Midnight Meter (57:33) Nerd News (1:11:30) Outro (1:14:58) Post…

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'Dispatch' Deep Dive, and the PS5/Xbox Series Turn Five | Button Mash 2:35:39

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Ben Lindbergh, Jomi Adeniran, and Daniel Chin discuss news surrounding a few coming attractions—another 'Grand Theft Auto VI' delay, trailers for 'The Super Mario Galaxy Movie' and 'Fallout' Season 2, and Valve's announcement of a new Steam Machine—before breaking down the highs and lows of hit episodic superhero adventure game 'Dispatch' (includin…

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'Predator: Badlands' Reaction | The Midnight Boys 1:08:39

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The Boys are back, and they’re ready to talk all things ‘Predator’! First, they react to the newest addition to the 'Predator' universe, ‘Predator: Badlands.’ Then they rank the top five ‘Predator’ movies. (0:00) Intro (3:51) Spoilers ahead (5:30) Instant reactions to ‘Predator: Badlands’ (56:22) Midnight Meter (59:25) Top five 'Predator' movies (1…

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#416: First Attack 2025, Capcom Cup Paywall, and Avatar Legends 1:11:20

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StaticGorilla is back from First Attack 2025 with exclusive tournament highlights from Puerto Rico's premier fighting game event, breaking down the family atmosphere and intense matches that made this FGC celebration unforgettable. We tackle the heated Capcom Cup paywall controversy head-on, examining how Capcom's decision to gate Capcom Cup 2025 f…

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#303: Don't Call it Lemix, Epic Giveaway, and Player Housing 1:31:38

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Nick is back to join Rei, Eric, and Kurabara talking about what has been going on in World of Warcraft! Nick starts by sharing a bit of what he has been up to. Then Rei talks about running mythic+ and some of her experiences in Legion: Remix. She also talks about guild recruiting and running the Headless Horseman for Hallow's End. Next, Eric talks …

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Ringer-Verse Recommends: October 2025 (Featuring 'The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon') 1:09:04

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No tricks, all treats! Recommends returns for a dose of fall fun. First, Ben brings on CBR writer Katie Doll to talk about the rise, fall, and future of 'The Walking Dead' in honor of the 15th anniversary of the franchise, with an emphasis on 'Daryl Dixon' Season 3. After that, other Ringer-Verse and House of R hosts and friends salute unsung relea…

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'Halo' Hits PlayStation, 'Ninja Gaiden 4,' and 'The Outer Worlds 2' | Button Mash 1:12:41

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This is an Xbox ... episode of Button Mash! First, Ben Lindbergh and Matt "The Matt-ster Chief" James breaks down what the upcoming multi-platform remake of the original 'Halo' portends for the future of Xbox. Then, they stick with the theme by sharing their spoiler-free reactions to two new Xbox-published multiplatform games, 'Ninja Gaiden 4' and …

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‘The Simpsons’ and the Best Halloween Episodes | Mint Edition 1:10:36

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Steve and Jomi are joined by ‘Simpsons’ expert and Ringer senior staff writer Alan Siegel to celebrate all things Halloween. They dive into Alan’s book, 'Stupid TV, Be More Funny,' explore the legacy of the “Treehouse of Horror” specials, and wrap up by drafting their favorite Halloween TV episodes. Intro (0:00) “Treehouse of Horror” deep dive (2:2…

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What If the Original 'Star Wars' Trilogy Had an All-Black Cast? | The Midnight Boys 1:32:38

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The Boys are back with another Black Recast, but this time for the ’Star Wars’ original trilogy of films. They then dive into ‘Star Wars: Visions’ Season 3 and the canceled movie ‘The Hunt for Ben Solo’. (0:00) Intro (8:14) ‘Star Wars’ recast (1:11:06) ‘Star Wars: Visions’ Season 3 and ‘The Hunt for Ben Solo’ (1:26:30) Outro (1:28:02) Post-credits …

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‘Gen V’ Season 2 Finale Reactions | The Midnight Boys 1:20:13

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The Midnight Boys sit down to break down the season finale of 'Gen V' and talk about their thoughts on the season overall. They talk about the broader implications for the universe of 'The Boys' as it heads into its final season and what they might want to see in the future of this edgy superhero franchise. They also give the season their Midnight …

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#302: Cat Napping to Victory – A Different Kind of Grind ft. Crisp 1:22:42

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Crisp stops in for his “hundred episodes ago” AKA the first time he came on our show. Seems like the patrons of WoW are running into the same ordeal – real life before raiding ( which is working out for Crisp as he is a bit tired of Retail ), and so he has gone into Classic Anniversary and is taking a stab at the Grand Marshal title and perhaps OG …

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#415: Evo France, DBFZ Patch, and C. Viper Returns 1:33:25

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We recap the hype of Evo France 2025, from wild Dragon Ball FighterZ moments to the energy of the French crowd. Then we break down the surprise DBFZ patch featuring Super Saiyan 4 Goku and all the chaos it brings. Finally, we talk C. Viper’s return in Street Fighter 6, her new mechanics, and Capcom Cup PPV controversy. Episode URL: https://mtb.gg/3…

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The October Gaming Gauntlet and a ‘Majora’s Mask’ 25th Anniversary Replay | Button Mash 1:33:53

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Ben and Matt James banter about the big launch by ‘Battlefield 6’ and share their spoiler-free impressions of three noteworthy recent releases in an overloaded gaming month: ‘Absolum,’ ‘Pokémon Legends: Z-A,’ and ‘Keeper.’ Then Ben and Arjuna Ramgopowell discuss how and why they revisited, and finally completed, an N64 cult classic that has haunted…

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Greatest Crash-Outs in MCU History, Plus NYCC News | The Midnight Boys 1:27:42

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The Boys are back, and they are crashing out. They start with reactions to some New York Comic Con news and then discuss the greatest crash-outs in MCU history, and—spoiler—Tony Stark is mentioned a lot. (0:00) Intro (11:01) New York Comic Con Nerd News (28:01) Greatest crash-outs in MCU history (1:18:50) Outro (1:19:56) Post-credits Hosts: Van Lat…

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‘Tron: Ares’ and the IP Failures to Launch | Mint Edition 1:09:09

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Steve and Jomi jump back into the Grid to discuss ‘Tron: Ares.’ They share their thoughts on Disney’s latest attempt to reboot the neon-drenched franchise (spoilers included), its legacy, and whether the 'Tron' universe ever got the shot it truly deserved. Later on, they dive deep into Hollywood’s long history of “IP failures to launch,” revisiting…

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#301: So Much WoW, So Little Time 1:19:12

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This was a slow week for all as real life took precedence over games between work, helping friends in times of need, and a wedding to attend. Nick is out but he was spoken of, with his fast paced instruction reading of the World of Warcraft The Board Game rules. Eric talked of our time in the raid with Nexus-King Saladbar, running with mains & alts…

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‘Peacemaker’ Season 2 Finale and the ‘Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’ Trailer Reactions | The Midnight Boys 2:15:13

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The boys are back, and they’re serving you all of their thoughts on the ‘Peacemaker’ Season 2 finale, and thus their thoughts on James Gunn’s vision for the season's end. They then dive into the trailers of the newest ‘Game of Thrones’ show, ‘Knight of the Seven Kingdoms,’ and the trailer for the upcoming ‘Wonder Man’ show. (0:00) Intro (5:18) Reac…

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#414: Is 2XKO Ready for Tournaments? 59:27

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We tackle the big question: Is 2XKO actually ready for competitive play? After spending weeks in the closed beta, Crashtag, Mezza, and StaticGorilla discuss what's working like solid character variety and surprisingly stable netcode, to what still needs serious polish before Riot's tag fighter can truly shine in the FGC. We dig into the awkward spa…

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#150: Deep Thoughts on Deep Dungeons 1:20:52

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#300: Three Hundred 1:17:31

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The Shocking EA Sale and ‘Ghost of Yotei’ Reactions | Button Mash 1:27:40

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One Demon Slayer After Another | The Midnight Boys 2:39:26

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The Midnight Boys are going to hell, finally sharing their reactions to ‘Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle.’ Later, the guys get into ‘One Battle After Another’ and all of the conversation around the Oscar favorite. Finally, the Boys do a quick check-in on ‘Peacemaker.’ Intro (00:00) Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle (6:55) One Battle After Another (1:17:4…

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Ringer-Verse Recommends: September 2025 (Featuring 'Star Trek: Strange New Worlds') 59:20

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Hit it! Recommends returns to put a bow on a busy September. First, Ben brings on Ringer contributor Joshua Rivera for a spoiler-free conversation about 'Star Trek: Strange New Worlds,' with an emphasis on the series' appeal, the ups and downs of Season 3, and the state and future of the franchise on both the big and small screens. After that, othe…

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'Marvel Zombies' Deep Dive | Mint Edition 1:00:08

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This week, Steve and Jomi are joined by Ringer writer Daniel Chin to share their spoiler-filled reactions to Marvel’s latest animated project, ‘Marvel Zombies.’ The trio discusses what worked, highlights the action, and breaks down where the series fell short. Intro (0:00) 'Marvel Zombies' discourse (4:48) Outro (56:50) Hosts: Jomi Adeniran and Ste…

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‘Hades II,’ ‘Silent Hill f,’ and ‘Wolverine’ Trailer Reactions | Button Mash 1:34:44

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Ben and Rob Mahoney head back to the House of Hades for an in-depth (but spoiler-free) discussion of ‘Hades II,’ in which they explain how Supergiant’s sequel to ‘Hades’ somehow improves upon its near-perfect predecessor. Then Steve Ahlman arrives to react to ‘Silent Hill f,’ the recent ‘Silent Hill’ series resurgence, and the first trailer for ‘Sp…

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The 'Mandalorian and Grogu’ Trailer and 'Alien: Earth’ Finale Reactions 1:33:14

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The Boys unite in a galaxy far, far away to react to the first ‘The Mandalorian and Grogu' trailer. Later, the guys discuss the finale of ‘Alien: Earth,’ including what the future of the show holds, before giving their Midnight Meter. (00:00) Intro (4:20) ‘The Mandalorian and Grogu’ (50:39) ‘Alien: Earth’ (1:27:20) Outro Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles …

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#299: Raiding, Tanking, and Brann Still Sucks 1:05:20

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Nick, Rei, Eric, and Kura are back to talk about what is going on in World of Warcraft. First, Rei tlaks about how people are struggling to find time to play, and people are not showing up as often as they should. She and Kura talk about how keys feel different this season with the new abandon voting mechanic. They also talk about how it is hard to…

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#149: Time for Crafting 1:23:09

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Big Game Adaptations, 'Borderlands 4,' and 'Silksong' Revisited | Button Mash 1:19:21

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Ben, Steve Ahlman, and Matt James enter the vault to round up recent news on game adaptations (including 'The Super Mario Galaxy Movie,' big-screen 'Call of Duty,' and live-action TV series 'Tomb Raider') and share their spoiler-free reviews of Gearbox's 'Borderlands' comeback, 'Borderlands 4.' They close by delivering their final verdicts on the d…

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'Gen V' Season 2 Premiere Instant Reactions | The Midnight Boys 1:10:54

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The boys are back in school at Godolkin University to discuss the brand-new season premiere of 'Gen V.' They discuss why they loved the show last season and what it gets right in these first three new episodes (00:00). They also talk about how the show adapts to the passing of one of its stars, Chance Perdomo. Then they get into the show's new vill…

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Here Comes the Pitch: Award Show Bait | Mint Edition 1:24:46

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Steve and Jomi join forces with Rob Mahoney to laugh, rant, and reflect on this year’s Emmy Awards. They break down the winners and losers, explore why fan favorites like 'The White Lotus' and 'The Bear' may have lost their edge, and predict what might win big next year. Later, they play a round of Here Comes the Pitch, where they share their own i…

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'Peacemaker' Season 2, Episode 4 and 'Alien: Earth' Episodes 5 and 6 Reactions | The Midnight Boys 1:28:26

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The boys are back to talk about the newest episodes of ‘Peacemaker’ Season 2 and ‘Alien: Earth’! They dive into the humanizing of Peacemaker and the different varieties of Xenomorphs we’re seeing in ‘Alien: Earth.’ (0:00) Intro (11:49) Reactions to ‘Peacemaker’ Season 2, Episode 4 (45:33) Reactions to ‘Alien: Earth’ Episodes 5 and 6 (1:25:32) Outro…

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#148: Patch 7.31 Thoughts, Still Catching Up 1:31:46

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In this actually-timely episode we talk about the patch 7.31 content a bit, and continue catching up with all the actual in-game stuff we've been doing! A good bit of news / events happened in the last two weeks as well. We've got some takes on the Fanfest announcements, the Mare controversy, a little bit about mods in general, that sort of thing. …

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'Hollow Knight: Silksong' In-Progress Impressions | Button Mash 1:16:34

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There's a (silk)song in Ben's heart as he brings on Matt James to share their reactions to one of the most anticipated games of the past several years: 'Hollow Knight: Silksong.' In a largely spoiler-free discussion after roughly 60 combined hours spent exploring the land of Pharloom, they consider what made 'Hollow Knight' and its sequel such sens…

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Big Comics Catch-Up: ‘Spider-Man '94‘ Comic Release, ‘Absolute Batman,’ and More 1:04:01

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Steve and Jomi return for a long-awaited comics catch-up! They dive into ‘Spider-Man ’94’ and share what makes new releases like ‘Exquisite Corpses' and ‘Superman: The Kryptonite Spectrum’ stand out. The duo also revisit ‘Absolute Batman’ and other must-reads before closing with their reactions to Amazon’s announcement of a ‘Life Is Strange’ adapta…

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Mantle Wars, James Gunn Nerd News, and ‘Peacemaker’ Season 2 Episode 3 | The Midnight Boys 2:34:03

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The boys are back to give you the long-awaited Mantle Wars! But first, they talk about the latest Nerd News in the James Gunn universe, and ‘Peacemaker’ Season 2 Episode 3. (0:00) Intro (7:55) Nerd News: James Gunn (30:26) Reactions to ‘Peacemaker’ Season 2 Episode 3 (47:26) Mantle Wars (2:13:08) Outro (2:14:09) Post Credits Hosts: Van Lathan, Char…

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Ringer-Verse Recommends: August 2025 (Featuring 'Foundation') 54:51

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After a brief break, 'Recommends' returns with a revamped format, featuring a conversation between Ben and a guest about one of the month's recommendations! This time, Ben brings on Rany Jazayerli for a spoiler-free focus on sci-fi streaming series 'Foundation,' with an emphasis on the series' strengths, adaptation decisions, latest season, and fut…

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'Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater' and 'Twisted Metal' Season 2 | Button Mash 1:44:32

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Ben places a codec call to Steve Ahlman and Matt James to review the new remake of 'Metal Gear Solid 3.' First, they discuss a deluge of upcoming sequels (including 'Hollow Knight: Silksong') and react to the latest indication that the console wars are over, hardware price hikes, and comebacks by two venerable ninja-centric series. Then they discus…

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'Peacemaker' Season 2, Episode 2 and ‘Alien: Earth’ Episodes 3 and 4 Reactions | The Midnight Boys 1:23:37

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The boys are back to talk about the newest episodes of ‘Peacemaker’ Season 2 and ‘Alien: Earth’! They dive into what James Gunn’s weaknesses in ‘Peacemaker’ could be and the many questions ‘Alien: Earth' is asking its audience. Plus, they somehow end up discussing Scrappy vs. Scooby Doo. (0:00) Intro (11:32) Spoilers ahead (13:03) Reactions to ‘Pea…

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#298: In the Middle of the Night 1:42:26

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Nick, Rei, Eric, and Kurabara are back again this week to talk about the Midnight announcement at Gamescom. But first, Rei talks about her game crashing. They also talk about the Dimensius fight, and complain about Brann in delves. Eric talks about beating the Manaforge Omega on Normal difficulty, and Kura brings up how he had to be dragged through…

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#147: Patch 7.3 Is Here (And So Are We) 1:25:14

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Patch 7.3 is out, and we've got an actually fresh episode for you! We're mostly catching up on what we've been up to in-game (both patch and non-patch related), and also sprinkle in some spoiler-free thoughts on the new content as we go. We had a ton to catch up on, since it's been a while, so we hope you enjoy a longer-than-usual episode! Episode …

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'Peacemaker' Season 2, Episode 1 Instant Reactions | The Midnight Boys 1:34:09

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The boys are back to talk about the ‘Peacemaker’ Season 2 premiere! They discuss John Cena’s acting prowess, what ‘Peacemaker’ means for the James Gunn DC universe, and the plans for the new Justice League. (0:00) Intro (14:35) Spoilers ahead (16:17) Reactions to the ‘Peacemaker’ Season 2 premiere (1:27:20) Outro Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, …

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K-Pop: Demon Hunters - Songs, Fandom, and Favorites | Mint Edition 1:14:59

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Steve and Jomi team up with K-pop stan Jess Clemons to dive into Netflix’s ‘K-pop: Demon Hunters.’ They discuss the film’s explosive popularity, its chart-topping soundtrack, and wrap up by ranking their personal favorite tracks. Intro (0:00) 'K-Pop: Demon Hunters' Deep Dive (5:36) Top Tracks Ranked! (52:58) Outro (1:11:42) Hosts: Jomi Adeniran and…

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The All-Time Mario Games Draft | Button Mash 1:50:29

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Ben recruits game journalists (and ex-coworkers) Chris Plante, Maddy Myers, and Joshua Rivera to draft the greatest games featuring Mario, in honor of the upcoming 40th anniversary of 'Super Mario Bros.' First, they share their origin stories as Mario gamers, discuss what makes the character so versatile, and speculate on what Nintendo might announ…

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#297: Ghosts of Delvers 1:12:11

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Nick, Rei, Eric, and Kurabara are back to talk about their experiences in Patch 11.2 Ghosts of Karesh! First, Rei talks about finishing up the 11.1.7 content. She did not get the Underpin done but she did complete several raid achievements. Also, she and Eric were able to complete some masks for the Horrific Visions Re-visisted and even earn a moun…

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‘Alien: Earth’ First Reactions and an Alien Draft | The Midnight Boys 1:49:36

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The Boys are back to give you all of their thoughts on FX’s new show: ‘Alien: Earth.’ They then dive into an alien draft, picking their favorite depictions of aliens in media from five categories: human-presenting alien, good alien, bad alien, animated alien, and wild card. (0:00) Intro (10:43) Spoilers ahead (13:10) Reactions to ‘Alien: Earth’ (1:…

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The 25 Greatest Games of the Quarter Century | Button Mash 1:47:07

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Ben Lindbergh, Steve Ahlman, Matt James, Rob Mahoney, and Daniel Chin press F to pay respects to the finest video games of the 2000s (so far), making five picks per person in a knock-down, drag-out draft of 25 stone-cold classics. Intro (0:00) 25 Greatest Games of the Quarter Century Draft (11:00) Outro (1:43:23) Host: Ben Lindbergh Guests: Steve A…