Best Pages And Pixels Podcasts (2025)

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Saving Throes # 136 - Video Game Crossovers 1:01:38

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Welcome to the Saving Throes podcast! This is my Tabletop role-playing game podcast, part of the Red Rooster's Gaming Coop network where I talk gaming and gaming culture every week. Each episode will feature a topic or theme along with my take on current happenings in the world of tabletop role-playing games and semi regular updates on the games I …

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Pining for Pixels # 136 - Special: The Game Awards 2025 Predictions 1:00:37

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Welcome to the Pining For Pixels podcast! This is my video game variety show podcast, part of the Red Rooster's Gaming Coop network where I talk gaming and gaming culture every week. Each episode will feature a subject or theme that interests me, and I will speak about what is on my mind in the world of video games! It's that time of year again, Ge…

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Saving Throes # 135 - Crowing From the Perch: What if I Owned D&D? 50:56

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Welcome to the Saving Throes podcast! This is my Tabletop role-playing game podcast, part of the Red Rooster's Gaming Coop network where I talk gaming and gaming culture every week. Each episode will feature a topic or theme along with my take on current happenings in the world of tabletop role-playing games and semi regular updates on the games I …

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Bye, Bye Digital Silos! Hello, Intent-Driven SEO with Ashley Liddell from Deviation (Part 2) 25:26

9d ago25:26

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In this episode of the Simple and Smart SEO Show, Crystal Waddell (that's me!) welcomes back Ashley from Deviation to dive deep into the evolving world of search. We break down digital silos across marketing teams, explore the power of unified metrics, and discuss why brand search and intent-rich content are key to dominating the search-everywhere …

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Pining for Pixels # 135 - Evercade Expeditions: Neo Geo Arcade 1 51:34

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Welcome to the Pining For Pixels podcast! This is my video game variety show podcast, part of the Red Rooster's Gaming Coop network where I talk gaming and gaming culture every week. Each episode will feature a subject or theme that interests me, and I will speak about what is on my mind in the world of video games! This week I am going over one of…

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How to Maximize Black Friday Sales with Automated Email Marketing – Featuring John Hogan from Grid and Pixel 17:22

15d ago17:22

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In this Black Friday-themed episode of the Simple and Smart SEO Show, Crystal Waddell welcomes John Hogan, co-founder of Grid and Pixel. We dive deep into how e-commerce businesses, especially those on Shopify, can use personalized and fully automated email flows to drive more revenue. Learn the secrets to converting visitors with targeted popups, …

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Saving Throes # 134 - Pages Through the Ages: Making a Character - AD&D 2e 1:06:54

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Welcome to the Saving Throes podcast! This is my Tabletop role-playing game podcast, part of the Red Rooster's Gaming Coop network where I talk gaming and gaming culture every week. Each episode will feature a topic or theme along with my take on current happenings in the world of tabletop role-playing games and semi regular updates on the games I …

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Search Everywhere®: Reimagining SEO Across All Platforms with Ashley Liddell (Part 1) 19:05

17d ago19:05

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In this episode of The Simple and Smart SEO Show, I'm stitting down with Ashley Liddell, co-founder of Deviation, to explore the concept of “Search Everywhere® .” From Sephora’s “Black Beauty Is Beauty” campaign to understanding the evolution of search across platforms like TikTok, Pinterest, and Reddit, Ashley shares his journey to building a uniq…

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Pining for Pixels # 134 - 25th Anniversary of the PlayStation 2 1:28:31

10d ago1:28:31

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Welcome to the Pining For Pixels podcast! This is my video game variety show podcast, part of the Red Rooster's Gaming Coop network where I talk gaming and gaming culture every week. Each episode will feature a subject or theme that interests me, and I will speak about what is on my mind in the world of video games! Better late than never! Although…

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Saving Throes # 133 - The Lost D&D Rules, Vol 2 54:25

15d ago54:25

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Welcome to the Saving Throes podcast! This is my Tabletop role-playing game podcast, part of the Red Rooster's Gaming Coop network where I talk gaming and gaming culture every week. Each episode will feature a topic or theme along with my take on current happenings in the world of tabletop role-playing games and semi regular updates on the games I …

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Using Shopify with AI and Smart E-Commerce Strategies (Part 2 with Deonnah Carolus) 20:08

16d ago20:08

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📌 Episode Summary: In this episode, Crystal continues her conversation with Deonnah Carolus, the founder of E-Commerce Savvy, diving deeper into launching and scaling Shopify stores with the help of AI tools. Deonnah shares practical insights on using Shopify’s built-in features versus third-party themes, optimizing SEO for long-term visibility, se…

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Pining for Pixels # 133 - Crowing From the Perch: Steam Machine Has Entered the Picture 1:13:17

17d ago1:13:17

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Welcome to the Pining For Pixels podcast! This is my video game variety show podcast, part of the Red Rooster's Gaming Coop network where I talk gaming and gaming culture every week. Each episode will feature a subject or theme that interests me, and I will speak about what is on my mind in the world of video games! Last week's surprise announcemen…

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Saving Throes # 132 - Crowing From the Perch: The Forgotten Realms Expansions & TTRPG DLC 52:12

1M ago52:12

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Welcome to the Saving Throes podcast! This is my Tabletop role-playing game podcast, part of the Red Rooster's Gaming Coop network where I talk gaming and gaming culture every week. Each episode will feature a topic or theme along with my take on current happenings in the world of tabletop role-playing games and semi regular updates on the games I …

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122 – Android Studio updates, Android 16 beta feature, and more! 10:32

1M ago10:32

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Welcome to Now in Android, your ongoing guide to what's new and notable in the world of Android development. Ash covers the latest releases from Android 16 QPR2 to Android Studio Narwhal. Discover The Android Show, Androidify, the Wear OS Spotlight Week, and more! Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction 0:23 - Android 16 QPR 2 and Beta 1:55 - Android Studio …

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Mastering Shopify for 2025: AI, SEO & Design Trends with Deonnah Carolus (Part 1) 16:37

23d ago16:37

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In this episode of the Simple and Smart SEO Show, Crystal Waddell (That's me!) is joined by Shopify expert and founder of e-Commerce Savvy, Deonnah Carolus. They dive into the recent changes at Shopify, talk AI integration, theme changes like Horizon, and practical insights for e-commerce sellers. Whether you're new to Shopify or an experienced sel…

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Pining for Pixels # 132 - The Best War Games to Play on Remembrance Day 1:02:10

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Welcome to the Pining For Pixels podcast! This is my video game variety show podcast, part of the Red Rooster's Gaming Coop network where I talk gaming and gaming culture every week. Each episode will feature a subject or theme that interests me, and I will speak about what is on my mind in the world of video games! This episode is going live on No…

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Saving Throes # 131 - First Impressions of the Heroes and Adventures in the Forgotten Realms Books 49:02

1M ago49:02

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Welcome to the Saving Throes podcast! This is my Tabletop role-playing game podcast, part of the Red Rooster's Gaming Coop network where I talk gaming and gaming culture every week. Each episode will feature a topic or theme along with my take on current happenings in the world of tabletop role-playing games and semi regular updates on the games I …

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GEO to Relevance Engineering: Redefining the Future of Search with Garrett Sussman (Part 2) 17:29

1M ago17:29

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In this must-listen follow-up episode, Crystal Waddell is joined again by Marketing Director Garrett Sussman to unpack the fast-evolving world of SEO, GEO (Generative Engine Optimization), and the iPull Rank conception of "Relevance Engineering." From the power of Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) to how AI is rewriting what it means to be "sear…

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Pining for Pixels # 131 - Versus Mode: Mario Kart World Vs. Sonic Racing CrossWorlds 50:03

1M ago50:03

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Welcome to the Pining For Pixels podcast! This is my video game variety show podcast, part of the Red Rooster's Gaming Coop network where I talk gaming and gaming culture every week. Each episode will feature a subject or theme that interests me, and I will speak about what is on my mind in the world of video games! It has been a while since Sonic …

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29: Facts and Fiction: Rewriting the First Crusade with Dr. Thomas Smith 58:54

1M ago58:54

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If you've ever written a letter, you probably weren't thinking about who might be reading it hundreds of years in the future. You definitely weren't thinking about its historical accuracy. But in his latest book, Rewriting the First Crusade: Epistolary Culture in the Middle Ages (Boydell Press, 2024), Dr. Thomas Smith explains how medieval letters …

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Saving Throes # 130 - Halloween 2025 Special! Spotlight: Call of Cthulhu 1:12:58

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Welcome to the Saving Throes podcast! This is my Tabletop role-playing game podcast, part of the Red Rooster's Gaming Coop network where I talk gaming and gaming culture every week. Each episode will feature a topic or theme along with my take on current happenings in the world of tabletop role-playing games and semi regular updates on the games I …

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AI Search, Shopify & the New Rules of SEO with Garrett Sussman (Part 1) 28:31

1M ago28:31

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In this episode of the Simple and Smart SEO Show, Crystal Waddell is joined by Garrett Sussman, Director of Marketing at iPullRank, to unpack how AI is transforming SEO, e-commerce, and online visibility. From the recently announced Shopify + OpenAI partnership to the rise of product recommendations in ChatGPT, this conversation explores what busin…

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Pining for Pixels # 130 - Halloween 2025 Special! The Top 100: #92 - Silent Hill 52:42

1M ago52:42

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Welcome to the Pining For Pixels podcast! This is my video game variety show podcast, part of the Red Rooster's Gaming Coop network where I talk gaming and gaming culture every week. Each episode will feature a subject or theme that interests me, and I will speak about what is on my mind in the world of video games! Halloween is here once again, an…

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Saving Throes # 129 - 6 Great & Uncommon D&D Monsters for a Horror Scenario 41:42

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Welcome to the Saving Throes podcast! This is my Tabletop role-playing game podcast, part of the Red Rooster's Gaming Coop network where I talk gaming and gaming culture every week. Each episode will feature a topic or theme along with my take on current happenings in the world of tabletop role-playing games and semi regular updates on the games I …

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🎧 Semantic Triples, Ikigai, and Optimizing Life with AI (Featuring Ana de la Cruz, Part 2) 18:51

2M ago18:51

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In Part 2 of this conversation, Ana de la Cruz, SEO Lead at Chartis, returns to The Simple and Smart SEO Show with Crystal Waddell for a deep dive into the human side of AI. Ana unpacks how experimenting with chatbots taught her the inner workings of LLMs, what semantic triples really mean for SEO, and how the Japanese philosophy of Ikigai helps he…

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Pining for Pixels # 129 - 10 Games That Defined the NES 54:41

2M ago54:41

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Welcome to the Pining For Pixels podcast! This is my video game variety show podcast, part of the Red Rooster's Gaming Coop network where I talk gaming and gaming culture every week. Each episode will feature a subject or theme that interests me, and I will speak about what is on my mind in the world of video games! This week I was feeling nostalgi…

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Saving Throes # 128 - Roll for Initiative: Welcome to the Hellfire Club Vs. Heroes of the Borderlands 59:14

2M ago59:14

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Welcome to the Saving Throes podcast! This is my Tabletop role-playing game podcast, part of the Red Rooster's Gaming Coop network where I talk gaming and gaming culture every week. Each episode will feature a topic or theme along with my take on current happenings in the world of tabletop role-playing games and semi regular updates on the games I …

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Vibe Coding Is The New SEO: Featuring Ana De La Cruz 18:29

2M ago18:29

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In this episode of The Simple and Smart SEO Show, Crystal sits down with Ana de la Cruz, SEO Lead at Chartis, to explore her journey from Univision Radio to leading SEO strategy at a global media agency. Ana shares how curiosity, reinvention, and kindness shaped her path — and introduces us to the emerging concept of “Vibe Coding,” where AI and hum…

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Pining for Pixels # 128 - The Top 100: #93 - Diablo 58:22

2M ago58:22

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Welcome to the Pining For Pixels podcast! This is my video game variety show podcast, part of the Red Rooster's Gaming Coop network where I talk gaming and gaming culture every week. Each episode will feature a subject or theme that interests me, and I will speak about what is on my mind in the world of video games! The Top 100 returns just in time…

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Saving Throes # 127 - Behind the Screen: Sports in Your TTRPG 45:35

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Welcome to the Saving Throes podcast! This is my Tabletop role-playing game podcast, part of the Red Rooster's Gaming Coop network where I talk gaming and gaming culture every week. Each episode will feature a topic or theme along with my take on current happenings in the world of tabletop role-playing games and semi regular updates on the games I …

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Traffic to Trust: AI, SEO, and Content Strategy with Andy Crestodina 17:09

2M ago17:09

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In Part 2 of this engaging conversation with content marketing expert Andy Crestodina, we dive deeper into the evolving world of SEO, AI's growing role in content creation, and the power of collaboration. Andy shares insights on balancing human judgment with AI tools like Surfer SEO, creating successful local events, and leveraging original researc…

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Pining for Pixels # 127 - Video Game Book Club: Terranigma 1:35:43

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Saving Throes # 126 - Spotlight: A Gaggle of Starter Sets for 2025 1:01:32

2M ago1:01:32

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Welcome to the Saving Throes podcast! This is my Tabletop role-playing game podcast, part of the Red Rooster's Gaming Coop network where I talk gaming and gaming culture every week. Each episode will feature a topic or theme along with my take on current happenings in the world of tabletop role-playing games and semi regular updates on the games I …

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From SEO to AI: Training Chatbots to Recommend Your Brand with Andy Crestodina 24:50

2M ago24:50

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In this episode of the Simple and Smart SEO Show, Crystal Waddell (me!) sits down with Andy Crestodina, co-founder of Orbit Media, to explore SEO, AI, and content marketing. Andy shares his insights on how search behavior is shifting, the importance of training AI to recognize and recommend your brand. 🔑 Key Takeaways: AI Search vs. Traditional Sea…

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28: Marketing Mysticism 101: Hunting for Teresa of Avila with Dana Delibovi 49:49

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Teresa of Avila was a mystic, philosopher, poet, reformer, and more. How does a translator bridge a 500 year gap to bring her poetry to life in the 21st century? How do educators foster "hunger for something meaningful" that new students bring to the classroom? We speak with Dana Delibovi to understand the importance of passion for one's work, the …

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Pining for Pixels # 126 - Rating the TGS September 2025 Game Shows (Sony State of Play & Xbox) 1:02:02

2M ago1:02:02

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Welcome to the Pining For Pixels podcast! This is my video game variety show podcast, part of the Red Rooster's Gaming Coop network where I talk gaming and gaming culture every week. Each episode will feature a subject or theme that interests me, and I will speak about what is on my mind in the world of video games! Tokyo Game Show is always a very…

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Saving Throes # 125 - Behind the Screen: Seasons in Roleplaying Games 54:40

2M ago54:40

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Welcome to the Saving Throes podcast! This is my Tabletop role-playing game podcast, part of the Red Rooster's Gaming Coop network where I talk gaming and gaming culture every week. Each episode will feature a topic or theme along with my take on current happenings in the world of tabletop role-playing games and semi regular updates on the games I …

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Pining for Pixels # 125 - Remembering Billy "Chaser" Hudson of The Game Chasers 32:46

3M ago32:46

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Welcome to the Pining For Pixels podcast! This is my video game variety show podcast, part of the Red Rooster's Gaming Coop network where I talk gaming and gaming culture every week. Each episode will feature a subject or theme that interests me, and I will speak about what is on my mind in the world of video games! Very sad news has sent ripples t…

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Episode Twenty-Three 34:11

3M ago34:11

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Dun dun done…By Pages and Pixels

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Saving Throes # 124 - Around the Campfire: Preparing for My AD&D 2e Game 1:12:04

3M ago1:12:04

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Welcome to the Saving Throes podcast! This is my Tabletop role-playing game podcast, part of the Red Rooster's Gaming Coop network where I talk gaming and gaming culture every week. Each episode will feature a topic or theme along with my take on current happenings in the world of tabletop role-playing games and semi regular updates on the games I …

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Unlocking Hidden Profit: Jamie Trull on Optimizing Your Business for Life and Financial Freedom 17:24

3M ago17:24

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In this episode of the Simple and Smart SEO Show, Crystal Waddell (me!) sits down with Jamie Trull for part 2 of our interview to dive deep into the concept of Hidden Profit. Jamie shares her journey of shifting focus from revenue to freedom, explaining how small optimizations can lead to big financial wins. They discuss the importance of aligning …

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Pining for Pixels # 124 - Rating the September 2025 Nintendo Direct 1:12:50

3M ago1:12:50

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Welcome to the Pining For Pixels podcast! This is my video game variety show podcast, part of the Red Rooster's Gaming Coop network where I talk gaming and gaming culture every week. Each episode will feature a subject or theme that interests me, and I will speak about what is on my mind in the world of video games! Nintendo finally had a big gener…

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Saving Throes # 123 - Pages Through the Ages: Making a Character - AD&D 1e 1:05:45

3M ago1:05:45

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Welcome to the Saving Throes podcast! This is my Tabletop role-playing game podcast, part of the Red Rooster's Gaming Coop network where I talk gaming and gaming culture every week. Each episode will feature a topic or theme along with my take on current happenings in the world of tabletop role-playing games and semi regular updates on the games I …

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Profit, Pricing & the Power of SEO: A Conversation with Jamie Trull (Part 1) 28:47

3M ago28:47

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Today I welcome financial educator and profit strategist Jamie Trull. We talk about the transformative power of understanding business finances, pricing strategies, and how SEO can drive real results. From doubling prices overnight to lowering ad spend through smarter targeting, Jamie shares tangible strategies and inspirational insights. Plus, a s…

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Pining for Pixels # 123 - Evercade Expeditions: Roguecraft Dx 47:36

3M ago47:36

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Welcome to the Pining For Pixels podcast! This is my video game variety show podcast, part of the Red Rooster's Gaming Coop network where I talk gaming and gaming culture every week. Each episode will feature a subject or theme that interests me, and I will speak about what is on my mind in the world of video games! It is time for another Evercade …

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Episode Twenty-Two 36:13

3M ago36:13

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The beginning of her new obsession?By Pages and Pixels

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Saving Throes # 122 - The Top 5 Official Campaign Settings in D&D 1:08:58

3M ago1:08:58

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Welcome to the Saving Throes podcast! This is my Tabletop role-playing game podcast, part of the Red Rooster's Gaming Coop network where I talk gaming and gaming culture every week. Each episode will feature a topic or theme along with my take on current happenings in the world of tabletop role-playing games and semi regular updates on the games I …

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121 – Android Studio Narwhal 3, Android 16 QPR2 beta, and more! 7:14

3M ago7:14

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Welcome to Now in Android, your ongoing guide to what's new and notable in the world of Android development. Dan covers Android 16 QPR2 beta 1, the Android Studio Narwhal feature drop, Jetpack Compose 1.9, and more! Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction 0:24 - Android 16 QPR2 beta 1:38 - Android Studio Updates 2:42 - Jetpack Compose August '25 released to …

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AI Search Meets Jobs To Be Done: Discoverability > SEO with Heather Physioc (Part 2) 17:17

3M ago17:17

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In this powerful continuation of the conversation with Heather Physioc, we explore how AI is reshaping the SEO landscape and why human-centered strategy still matters. Heather shares her framework for applying "Jobs to Be Done" thinking in SEO, especially for small businesses and creators. From empathy maps to AI content sourcing, this episode is a…

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Pining for Pixels # 122 - Versus Mode: Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound Vs. Shinobi: Art of Vengeance 59:29

3M ago59:29

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Welcome to the Pining For Pixels podcast! This is my video game variety show podcast, part of the Red Rooster's Gaming Coop network where I talk gaming and gaming culture every week. Each episode will feature a subject or theme that interests me, and I will speak about what is on my mind in the world of video games! How fortuitous for gamers that w…