Best Pod Em Up Video Game Podcast Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 72 - Universal Warrior 1:01:11

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This month we're playing one of our most obscure games yet, as Tibbs reaches down deep into his pile of childhood Amiga disks, and pulls out the rarely discussed Universal Warrior - a top down shoot 'em up with an interesting robot-building slant! This episode is also packed with other trinkets to enjoy - including but not limited to: Nintendo Dire…

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Episode 249: Hollow Knight: Silksong Tears At The Fabric Of This Podcast 1:51:03

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In this episode Gino, Pete, and Em manage to finally be topical and discuss Hollow Knight: Silksong. We discuss the game's difficulty, how to judge a game that is intentionally antagonistic, and the excellent craft that went into the game. This discussion gets pretty passionate on all sides! Hopefully we work out some of the tensions that folks are…

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Chariots of the Pods: Episode 5 1:57:34

7d ago1:57:34

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Join the crew of Adam, Tyler, Jason, and Justin as they talk through the back-end of Season 1 of Stargate SG-1 with "Singularity", "Cor-ai", "Enigma", and "Solitudes". Among other things, they grapple with being played like a damn fiddle, the Nuremburg defense, Schrodinger the Cat, space simps, and hypothermia. Please consider donating to the Natio…

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Now You See Him (1976) - Columbo Spoilers! #559 1:34:26

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Despite Josh's best efforts, the Columboys have reassembled! Jack Cassidy is back this time as an "German" magician with quite the past you might "not see" coming. JUST ONE MORE THING before Spooky Spoilers! A magician claims an airtight alibi -- being sealed in a tank of water -- in the murder of a blackmailing associate. Show: Columbo Director: H…

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Ranking of Roguelite Deckbuilders: Episode 02 1:15:27

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Gino "ThatPinguino" Grieco and Braden "ArbitraryWater" REDACTED join forces to talk about the hottest genre to hit the indie scene in the last ten years. No, they're not talking about cozy farming games or boomer shooters, instead they're talking about deckbuilders! If you've ever played Slay the Spire and wanted to know what else was out there, do…

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Deep World Of Sports: September 2025 2:15:30

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In this inaugural episode of the Deep World of Sports we have a full house of hosts to talk about the NBA, NFL, F1, CFL, and Sumo! This is a good ol' fashioned variety show with multiple segments! We've got a check in with the LA Clippers in our NBA segment, a week 2 NFL check induring Amateur Hour, an F1 comings and goings review, and a state of S…

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KPop Demon Hunters (2025)- Spoilers! #558 1:25:53

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Pappy, Stevie, Josh, and special guest Shaddy Daddy review the smash hit Korean musical: KPop Demon Hunters! When K-pop superstars Rumi, Mira and Zoey aren't selling out stadiums or topping the Billboard charts, they're moonlighting as demon hunters to protect their fans from ever-present supernatural danger. Release date: August 23, 2025 (USA) Dir…

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Dumb and Dumber (1994) - Patreon Requested Movie Review #557 2:07:12

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For one of our favorite Patreons! The boys review a 90s comedy classic.... Then things go off the rails. Imbecilic best friends Lloyd Christmas (Jim Carrey) and Harry Dunne (Jeff Daniels) stumble across a suitcase full of money left behind in Harry's car by Mary Swanson (Lauren Holly), who was on her way to the airport. The pair decide to go to Asp…

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Episode 248: Vampire Survivors Has So Many Lights And Colors 1:00:16

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In this episode Gino, Pete, and Em discuss Vampire Survivors! We cover the game's delicious juice, whether it's a bullet hell or a musou, and why the game is so dang Italian! We also discuss the grey area between inspiration and plagiarism. Please consider donating to the National Network of Abortion Funds: abortionfunds.org/donate If you've been e…

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Off the Deep End Episode 64: Star Ocean Til the End of Time 1:48:41

27d ago1:48:41

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Adam, Chris, and Braden are jumping off the deep end to discuss the most important question facing us right now: Is Star Ocean 3 the median PS2 JRPG? Alongside in-depth discussions over its mechanics and a summary of its bonkers story, the three manage to also find some time to discuss important concepts like animation cancels, whether an ending ca…

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Ojisancast 07: FLCL- Free Sample 59:22

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It's time to get a little bit fooly and a little bit cooly as our resident Ojisans discuss the seminal 2000 anime FLCL. Does it live up to their memories? How obvious is the symbolism? If a pink haired woman hit you in the head with a guitar, would a suggestively shaped horn come out of your forehead? Because the anime is only six episodes, they al…

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Episode 247: Goof 'Em Ups (Lethal Company, R.E.P.O., and PEAK) 1:15:19

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In this episode Gino, Pete, and Em discuss some of the co-op games that are sweeping Twitch: Lethal Company, R.E.P.O., and PEAK! We cover the elements that define the Goof 'Em Up genre (can we get this genre name to stick?) and what makes each of these games distinct. We try to break down the funny emergent gameplay systems and steer folks to the b…

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Blade (1998) - Movie Review! #556 1:55:23

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Mikey, Pappy, Stevie, Brett and Josh take a bite out of the 1998 Wesley Snipes classic: Blade! A half-mortal, half-immortal is out to avenge his mother's death and rid the world of vampires. The modern-day technologically advanced vampires he is going after are in search of his special blood type needed to summon an evil god who plays a key role in…

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Chariots of the Pods: Episode 4 1:56:45

1M ago1:56:45

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Join Adam, Tyler, Jason, and Justin in their continuing misadventures through Stargate SG-1 as they cover the season one episodes, "The Torment or Tantalus", "Bloodlines", "Fire and Water", and "Hathor". Join them as they contend with a naked old guy, being a bad dad, a socially awkward fishman, and a bathtub full of gasoline. Please consider donat…

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Episode 71 - Tails Adventure 1:11:36

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Tails is going on an Adventure in the book club this month, and he's bringing all his (game) gear with him! Find out more about this curious and rarely discussed foray into the metroidvania genre, where no other Sonic the Hedgehog game has been before, or since. Plus, we do our usual Pod 'em Up appraisal of Gamescom (i.e. mostly just listing some b…

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Hustle (2022) - Spoilers! Deep Dive Part 5 #555 1:36:43

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This completes our Sandler Sports Summer. If you didn't like it...well, that means you have a wooden spoon and a needle dick. *********** After a down-on-his-luck basketball scout discovers an extraordinary player abroad, he brings the phenom back without his team's approval. Release date: June 3, 2022 (USA) Director: Jeremiah Zagar Producers: Adam…

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Ranking of Roguelite Deckbuilders: Episode 01 1:19:12

1M ago1:19:12

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Gino "ThatPinguino" Grieco and Braden "ArbitraryWater" REDACTED join forces to talk about the hottest genre to hit the indie scene in the last ten years. No, they're not talking about cozy farming games or boomer shooters, instead they're talking about deckbuilders! If you've ever played Slay the Spire and wanted to know what else was out there, do…

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Chariots of the Pods: Episode 3 2:04:37

1M ago2:04:37

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Join Adam, Tyler, Jason, and Justin as they travel once again through the gate to cover their next batch of episodes from season one of Stargate SG-1, "Cold Lazarus", "The Nox", "Brief Candle", and "Thor's Hammer". Join them as they discuss the merits of traumatizing your ex-wife, space hippies, the planet that makes you old, and Thor: God of Thund…

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Final Fantasy: The 4 Heroes Of Light: Part 1 1:10:27

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In this episode Gino, Chris "ZombiePie" -REDACTED-, and Jeff discuss Final Fantasy: The 4 Heroes Of Light! We discuss the game's great art and music, unique twist on classic combat, and the series that don't exist without this game. We also cover some of the early story and try to figure out where we stand on whether it's good or not. Check out the…

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Amateur Hour: 2026 Preseason Vibe Check 1:18:20

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The 2026/27 NFL season is upon us and Gino, Adam "Borgmaster" -REDACTED-, and Tyler "Grav" -REDACTED- are back to discuss another season of football! We cover all of the rule changes for the new season before vibe checking all 32 teams! Find out which team Adam has always been a fan of this year! Please consider donating to the National Network of …

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The Longest Yard (2005) - Spoilers! Deep Dive Part 4 #554 1:55:02

2M ago1:55:02

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The Adam Sandler Sports deep dive continues (for some reason) with his remake of the football classic: The Longest Yard! Disgraced pro football quarterback Paul Crewe (Adam Sandler) lands in jail, where manipulative Warden Hazen (James Cromwell) recruits him to advise the institution's team. This turns into a lead role quarterbacking a crew of inma…

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Episode 246: You Have To Pay Us To Play More Death Stranding 1:40:31

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In this episode Gino, Pete, and Em discuss Hideo Kojima's Death Stranding! We cover the game's porting mechanics and bridge building before unpacking the deep, deep symbolism of knots, strands, and beaches. We spend a good amount of time discussing whether a game that deliberately sets itself in America has any need to make the environment look or …

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The Waterboy (1998) - Spoilers! Deep Dive Part 3 #553 1:54:07

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♬ Spoiiilers sucks, it really really sucks.♫ Gatorade is better. ************* Raised by his overprotective mother, Helen, Bobby Boucher Jr. is the water boy for a successful college football team coached by Red Beaulieu. When Beaulieu fires Bobby, he takes up the same position for a losing rival team, led by despairing Coach Klein. After witnessin…

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Off the Deep End Episode 63: Shin Megami Tensei If... 1:01:48

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Hee Ho! Off the Deep End has been trapped in the demon realm with only their COMPs and dungeon crawling knowledge to guide them! Join Chris, Adam, and Braden as they learn about morality systems, super famicoms, and occult high school rituals in order to discover the secrets of the third Shin Megami Tensei game! Now that Anthem is shutting down and…

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Chariots of the Pods: Episode 2 2:13:58

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This second installment covers the first four regular episodes of Stargate SG-1, "The Enemy Within", "Emancipation", "The Broca Divide", and "The First Comandment". Join Adam, Tyler, Jason, and Justin as they discuss scenic British Columbia, the gender war against Shang Tsung, and somehow even more cavemen. Please consider donating to the National …

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Episode 245: Norco Is A GOTY Contender! 1:26:07

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In this episode Gino, Em, and Pete discuss Norco! We cover the game's excellent writing, the history of Norco, Louisiana, and whether this is the best cyberpunk game we've played in the history of the podcast! We also discuss the recent Itch.io content censorship, horse cloning, and giant Ronald Reagan statues. It's a packed show! Please consider d…

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Happy Gilmore 2 (2025) - Spoilers! Deep Dive Part 2 #552 1:06:43

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Pappy, $Mikey, Stevie, and Josh are back in their Happy Place and reviewing Adam Sandler's Happy Gilmore 2! ***** Gilmore returns to the sport of golf since his retirement after winning his first Tour Championship, to finance his daughter's ballet classes. Initial release: July 25, 2025 Director: Kyle Newacheck Starring: Adam Sandler; Julie Bowen; …

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Episode 70 - Michael Jackson's Moonwalker Special 1:07:59

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It's another double whammy book club this month, as we discuss both the Mega Drive and arcade versions of the title that cemented Sega's love affair with the king of pop - Michael Jackson's Moonwalker! We continue the movie theme, as Tibbs plays RoboCop: Rogue City, Ollie takes a trip to the cinema to see Jurassic World: Rebirth (not a game, grante…

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Happy Gilmore (1996) - Spoilers! Deep Dive Part 1 #551 1:17:41

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We're not podcasters. We're hockey players. **** All Happy Gilmore (Adam Sandler) has ever wanted is to be a professional hockey player. But he soon discovers he may actually have a talent for playing an entirely different sport: golf. When his grandmother (Frances Bay) learns she is about to lose her home, Happy joins a golf tournament to try and …

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Final Fantasy Has A Type... 0 Part 2: The Grand Final-e 1:41:03

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In this episode Gino, Chris "ZombiePie" -REDACTED-, and Jedd Rud discuss the back half of Final Fantasy Type-0! We cover everything after chapter 2, marvel at how poorly the game plays, and wonder how much better the experience could have been if we were playing on PSP on a bullet train instead of on a TV. We then rank the game in our difinitive Ra…

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Chariots of the Pods 1:55:59

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Join Adam "Borgmaster" [REDACTED], Tyler "Grav" [REDACTED], Jason "Jatzu" [REDACTED], and Justin "Justinr258" [REDACTED] as they journey through the Stargate franchise. In this first installment they try to make sense of space Egyptians, poor military planning, retcons, and grenade wielding cavemen as they review the 1994 film Stargate and the pilo…

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Episode 72 - Universal Warrior 1:01:11

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Episode 249: Hollow Knight: Silksong Tears At The Fabric Of This Podcast 1:51:03

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Chariots of the Pods: Episode 5 1:57:34

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Now You See Him (1976) - Columbo Spoilers! #559 1:34:26

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Ranking of Roguelite Deckbuilders: Episode 02 1:15:27

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Deep World Of Sports: September 2025 2:15:30

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KPop Demon Hunters (2025)- Spoilers! #558 1:25:53

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Dumb and Dumber (1994) - Patreon Requested Movie Review #557 2:07:12

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Episode 248: Vampire Survivors Has So Many Lights And Colors 1:00:16

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Off the Deep End Episode 64: Star Ocean Til the End of Time 1:48:41

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Ojisancast 07: FLCL- Free Sample 59:22

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Episode 247: Goof 'Em Ups (Lethal Company, R.E.P.O., and PEAK) 1:15:19

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Blade (1998) - Movie Review! #556 1:55:23

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Chariots of the Pods: Episode 4 1:56:45

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Episode 71 - Tails Adventure 1:11:36

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Hustle (2022) - Spoilers! Deep Dive Part 5 #555 1:36:43

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Ranking of Roguelite Deckbuilders: Episode 01 1:19:12

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Chariots of the Pods: Episode 3 2:04:37

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Final Fantasy: The 4 Heroes Of Light: Part 1 1:10:27

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Amateur Hour: 2026 Preseason Vibe Check 1:18:20

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The Longest Yard (2005) - Spoilers! Deep Dive Part 4 #554 1:55:02

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Episode 246: You Have To Pay Us To Play More Death Stranding 1:40:31

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The Waterboy (1998) - Spoilers! Deep Dive Part 3 #553 1:54:07

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Off the Deep End Episode 63: Shin Megami Tensei If... 1:01:48

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Chariots of the Pods: Episode 2 2:13:58

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Episode 245: Norco Is A GOTY Contender! 1:26:07

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Happy Gilmore 2 (2025) - Spoilers! Deep Dive Part 2 #552 1:06:43

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Episode 70 - Michael Jackson's Moonwalker Special 1:07:59

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Happy Gilmore (1996) - Spoilers! Deep Dive Part 1 #551 1:17:41

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Final Fantasy Has A Type... 0 Part 2: The Grand Final-e 1:41:03

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Chariots of the Pods 1:55:59