Best Retro Blast Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 479: Blast Corps ft. Sasser 1:03:10

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A big thanks to Sasser for assisting us in the escort of a runaway nuclear missile carrier in Episode 479: Blast Corps. Intro and outro music by Kubbi at kubbimusic.com. Edited by Dan Willett at @itsdanfromcreature. Visit NGP online: ngppodcast.com Follow NGP on Twitter: twitter.com/ngppodcast Like NGP on Facebook: facebook.com/ngppodcast Support N…

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Ep. 822 – Predator (NES) 2:22:52

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Predator crash lands on the shores of TADPOG to turn invisible and hunt us using it’s heat vision. But don’t worry, we Peppa Pig out with some muddy puddles and we’re safe. But we do bring on the genuine article of foremost Predator experts with Game Bud Prime Nathan E (he held the 2nd best … Continue reading → The post Ep. 822 – Predator (NES) app…

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Ep. 49 – Summer of Arcade: Blasting Through Galaga & Space Invaders! 1:05:13

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Ep. 49 – Summer of Arcade: Blasting Through Galaga & Space Invaders! Get ready, retro fans—The Terrible Gamers Podcast is back with Episode 49, continuing our Summer of Arcade series! This week, Kevin and Kyle dive into two of the most iconic and legendary arcade games of all time: Space Invaders and Galaga. Join us as we fire up the classic cabine…

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Retro Recap 20 1:26:48

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Welcome to New Game Plus. This is the perfect place to start listening to NGP as three of our lovely community members recap the last twenty (or so) episodes in Retro Recap 20! Garlyle - waipf.podbean.com/ Klen - www.youtube.com/@klenathstar Shawna - www.youtube.com/@ShawnaGames Intro and outro music by Kubbi at kubbimusic.com. Edited by Dan Willet…

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Season 5 Ep 21 56:44

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Welcome to another week of awesome 80's fun with Teresa Garrett on The 80's Revolution. This week: Quiet Riot, the Grateful Dead, Duran Duran, and many more.By Teresa Garrett

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Don’t Miss the Switch 2’s Hidden Gem 53:34

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Mario Kart World is getting all of the attention at the Nintendo Switch 2 launch. But if you look deeper into the Nintendo eShop, you’ll find another excellent racing game for a fraction of the price. Fast Fusion reimagines the futuristic fun of the Wipeout and F-Zero series. This week, The Besties discuss this $14.99 surprise, along with revisitin…

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Episode 74: Switched On For Summer Gaming 1:12:24

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The Six-Button Samurai and @GameAgentET (OGiH) contemplate the arrival of Nintendo Switch 2, offering early impressions after just a couple of sleepless days with the new hybrid console. But the industry writ large is blowing up with news this week, after direct videos from Sony as well as Xbox, not to mention some key announcements our grizzled ga…

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Ep. 821 – Conan (NES) 2:09:01

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Conan! What is best in life?! Not this game. It most definitely crushes Tyler, Dave, and Ian, drives us out before it, and hears the lamentations of our wives. That’s just Conan for the NES. What do we think of the 1982 hit, Conan the Barbarian? A lot more. So please, come hear us chat … Continue reading → The post Ep. 821 – Conan (NES) appeared fi…

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Episode Title: Vs. 36 – Galaga vs. Space Invaders: Kicking Off Our Summer of Arcade! 15:15

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Episode Title: Vs. 36 – Galaga vs. Space Invaders: Kicking Off Our Summer of Arcade! The Terrible Gamers Podcast is officially launching our Summer of Arcade, and what better way to kick it off than with a retro battle for the ages—Galaga vs. Space Invaders! In Vs. 36, your hosts Kevin and Kyle go head-to-head in a heated debate over which classic …

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Episode 481: The Ninja Warriors 55:57

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The ninja androids grab and toss men in suits in Episode 481: The Ninja Warriors. Intro and outro music by Kubbi at kubbimusic.com. Edited by Dan Willett at @⁠itsdanfromcreature⁠. Visit NGP online: ngppodcast.com Follow NGP on Twitter: ⁠twitter.com/ngppodcast⁠ Like NGP on Facebook: ⁠facebook.com/ngppodcast⁠ Support NGP on Patreon: ⁠patreon.com/ngpp…

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Season 5 Ep 20 54:26

11d ago54:26

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It's another totally tubular episode of The 80's Revolution with Teresa Garrett.By Teresa Garrett

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The Big Switch 2 Episode – Plus the Best of SGF 1:04:32

10d ago1:04:32

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Nintendo’s new console is finally here. With Plante undergoing a colonoscopy (which was all okay!), the crew invited long-time friend of the show Chris Grant to discuss the Switch 2. In the back half, the group shares the most promising games from Summer Game Fest. Chris Grant: https://bsky.app/profile/charstring.com Get the full list of games (and…

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My 70s Book Update 36:17

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Hey gang! Big news from the wild world of The Banana Seat Squad! After months of brainstorming, outlining, and reliving every detail of my 1977 summer in Enid, Oklahoma, the plot and storyline are officially locked in! What started as scattered memories has transformed into a full-fledged adventure story, now spanning 18 chapters—with a few more st…

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Ep. 820 – Total Recall 1:44:40

12d ago1:44:40

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Total Recall! Did we do this before? It’s okay if you don’t totally recall. See what I did there? Well, we jump right in here to continue to do some NES games based on 80s/90s movies with this one here. We visit Ian’s Horror Hole right off with a long list of movies. We discuss … Continue reading → The post Ep. 820 – Total Recall appeared first on …

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Ep. 48 – Anticipation: Nintendo’s Forgotten Party Game Gets Its Moment 1:12:30

14d ago1:12:30

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Ep. 48 – Anticipation: Nintendo’s Forgotten Party Game Gets Its Moment In this episode of The Terrible Gamers Podcast, hosts Kevin and Kyle dive headfirst into the often-overlooked NES classic, Anticipation—Nintendo’s original attempt at a party game before Mario Party took over the genre. But that’s not all—we’re joined by special guest Carol (Kev…

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Episode 480: Klonoa 2: Dream Champ Tournament 52:04

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The ear-flappers race through puzzling visions in Episode 480: Klonoa 2: Dream Champ Tournament. Intro and outro music by Kubbi at https://kubbi.bandcamp.com/. Edited by Dan Willett at @⁠itsdanfromcreature⁠. Visit NGP online: https://ngppodcast.com/ Follow NGP on Twitter: ⁠twitter.com/ngppodcast⁠ Like NGP on Facebook: ⁠facebook.com/ngppodcast⁠ Supp…

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A Golden Age for Card Game Sickos 53:21

17d ago53:21

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This week, The Besties shuffle the deck and deal a hand of fun new video games. First, they discuss two new card games that have little in common beyond the cards themselves: Monster Train 2 and StarVaders. Then, Frushtick tells us about the oddball new multiplayer game in the From Soft universe, Elden Ring: Nightreign. Get the full list of games (…

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Season 5 ep 19 55:00

19d ago55:00

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The Rock episodeBy Teresa Garrett

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Ep. 819 – Darkman 2:03:59

19d ago2:03:59

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Darkman now darkens the door step of TADPOG with all its Sam Raimi glory. Per request of Ian after The Shadow, we watch this movie and play the game for the Nintendo Entertainment System. Or NES. Am I trying to get more words into the intro for SEO? Maybe. I’ll never tell. We visit Ian’s … Continue reading → The post Ep. 819 – Darkman appeared firs…

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Episode 73: The Future Was Now 1:12:25

20d ago1:12:25

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@GameAgentET (OGiH) welcomes back his cohost The Six-Button Samurai from his forest bathing, and they take some time to reflect on the ongoing debate over price increases that erupted in his absence with Charlie & Hoptimus in Episode 72. (Spoiler: this discussion is bound to dominate the rest of the year and they'll definitely have them back, espec…

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Vs. 35 – Should NES Anticipation Be Remade or Forgotten? 12:56

21d ago12:56

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Vs. 35 – Should NES Anticipation Be Remade or Forgotten? In this week’s Versus Challenge on The Terrible Gamers Podcast, hosts Kevin and Kyle take on a forgotten oddity from the NES library—Anticipation, a quirky puzzle/party game released by Nintendo in the late ‘80s. Even though neither of them has played it (yet!), that won’t stop the debate fro…

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Tired of the World? Try a Fantasy Life 54:04

24d ago54:04

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The cult 3DS game Fantasy Life returns, now on all major platforms and PC. The sequel blends Animal Crossing, Stardew Valley, and action-RPGs. Plus, we live the life of Teen in To a T, the new game from the creator of Katamari Damacy. Get the full list of games (and other stuff) discussed at www.besties.fan. Want more episodes? Join us at patreon.c…

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Ep. 818 – Sonic Blast 1:53:13

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Have you been blasted by sonic enough these past few weeks? No?! Then let’s starting blasting again with Sonic Blast for the Game Gear. We have some items to try, one of which is very thematic, the rest are just Tyler going out of town and buying things. There have to be dozens of people … Continue reading → The post Ep. 818 – Sonic Blast appeared …

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Season 5 ep 18-with Retro Benji 55:38

30d ago55:38

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Welcome to another fun-filled episode of The 80's Revolution. Special guest this week is Tik Tok's Retro Benji!By Teresa Garrett

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Ep. 47 – Ecco vs. Ninja Gaiden: Revisiting the Games That Almost Broke Us 1:06:40

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Ep. 47 – Ecco vs. Ninja Gaiden: Revisiting the Games That Almost Broke Us In this episode of The Terrible Gamers Podcast, Kevin and Kyle are diving headfirst into two retro video game heavyweights that first came up way back in Episode 2 – Now We Play. That’s right, it’s time to revisit Ecco the Dolphin for the Sega Genesis and Ninja Gaiden for the…

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Episode 478: InuYasha: Secret of the Divine Jewel 58:00

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The half dog demons take exams and revive ancient gods in Episode 478: InuYasha: Secret of the Divine Jewel.Intro and outro music by Kubbi at kubbimusic.com.Edited by Dan Willett at @itsdanfromcreature.Visit NGP online: ngppodcast.comFollow NGP on Twitter: twitter.com/ngppodcastLike NGP on Facebook: facebook.com/ngppodcastSupport NGP on Patreon: pa…

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Doom: The Dark Ages is a (Shotgun) Blast 56:29

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Doom: The Dark Ages is a surprisingly bold departure from the formula of its predecessors. It’s also quite fun — if you can vibe with its slightly slower, parry-heavy gunplay. In the back half, the boys pick some letters off the top of the mailbag. Plus, Plante launched his Patreon for Post Games, and subscribers can listen to new episodes right no…

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Episode 72: Crime Doesn’t Pay: Actually, You Might Have to Pay 100 Bucks For It 1:11:33

1M ago1:11:33

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The Six-Button Samurai is away on a spring vacation for this-here Episode 72. So GameAgentET, opting not to subject our listeners to an unhinged 1-hour soliloquy about the evils of gaming while on the toilet, decides to bring on fellow Ruminators Hoptimus (Retro Futurist Culture, Game Roominations) and Charlie (Brevity Box) for this special show. D…

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Ep. 817 – Sonic Blast Man & Sonic Blast Man II 1:42:50

1M ago1:42:50

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Sonic Blast Man blasts its way onto TADPOG shores – not just once but TWICE! That’s right. We cover both Sonic Blast Man and Sonic Blast Man II. So we catch up from the last week where Dave had to go to Orlando on a work trip while Ian and Tyler worked in Paducah. But … Continue reading → The post Ep. 817 – Sonic Blast Man & Sonic Blast Man II appe…

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Vs. 34 – Revisiting Episode 2: Which Retro Game Deserves a Comeback? 17:26

1M ago17:26

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Vs. 34 – Revisiting Episode 2: Which Retro Game Deserves a Comeback? In this special Versus Challenge episode of The Terrible Gamers Podcast, your favorite retro gaming duo, Kevin and Kyle, go head-to-head in a nostalgic battle of opinions! We're throwing it back to Episode 2 - Now We Play, revisiting our early podcast roots—but with a twist. Each …

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Episode 477: Twinkle Star Sprites 59:50

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The fairy princesses charge kawaii shots and drop glitter bombs in Episode 477: Twinkle Star Sprites.Intro and outro music by Kubbi at kubbimusic.com.Edited by Dan Willett at @itsdanfromcreature.Visit NGP online: ngppodcast.comFollow NGP on Twitter: twitter.com/ngppodcastLike NGP on Facebook: facebook.com/ngppodcastSupport NGP on Patreon: patreon.c…

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Open the Besties Treasure Trove 56:37

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Due to technical issues, our Doom conversation has been delayed until next week. The good news? We finally had time to dig into our backlogs! The boys brought a bag of beautiful bits and bobs. A boomer shooter! An actually good IP game! And THE Planet Crafter. Get the full list of games (and other stuff) discussed at www.besties.fan. Want more epis…

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Ep. 46 – Cowabunga Chaos! Kevin & Kyle vs. TMNT (NES) 🐢🎮 1:11:23

1M ago1:11:23

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Ep. 46 – Cowabunga Chaos! Kevin & Kyle vs. TMNT (NES) 🐢🎮 | Terrible Gamers Podcast In this bodacious episode of The Terrible Gamers Podcast, hosts Kevin and Kyle dive shell-first into one of the most notoriously difficult NES classics—Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles for the Nintendo Entertainment System! It’s pixelated pizza power vs. retro rage as ou…

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VS 33 – TMNT Turtle Showdown! 🐢 Which Hero Reigns Supreme on the NES? 18:05

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Vs. 33 – TMNT Turtle Showdown! 🐢 Which Hero Reigns Supreme on the NES? | Terrible Gamers Podcast In this high-stakes retro gaming versus challenge, hosts Kevin and Kyle face off in a pixel-powered debate to decide once and for all: Which Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle is the best to use in the classic NES game? Is it Donatello’s reach? Leonardo’s bala…

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Ep. 816 – Sonic Blast, Man 1:37:58

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Sonic Blast, Man! That’s what we said we were going to cover this week. It’s not out fault if you didn’t pick up on that comma. And we were indeed talking about the slushy ice creamy treat featured at Sonic Drive-Ins across America – the Sonic Blast! Sooooooo, yeah. There may be a bit of … Continue reading → The post Ep. 816 – Sonic Blast, Man appe…

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Episode 476: The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind 1:10:39

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!!!PATREON POOL!!!The Nerevarine swing and miss all throughout the mists of Vvardenfell in Episode 476: The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind.Intro and outro music by Kubbi at kubbimusic.com.Edited by Dan Willett at @itsdanfromcreature.Visit NGP online: ngppodcast.comFollow NGP on Twitter: twitter.com/ngppodcastLike NGP on Facebook: facebook.com/ngppodc…

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My AI Sidekick Wrote This Episode 31:40

1M ago31:40

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I am just barely scratching the surface of AI and decided to see what would happen if I asked my ChatGPT to write this episode. So, my ChatGPT assistant—Scooby AI - did his thing! From the AI’s point of view, listeners get a behind-the-scenes look at what it’s like to collaborate with a human bursting with 70s nostalgia, big ideas, and endless crea…

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Super Mario World 1:33:29

1M ago1:33:29

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Super Mario World wasn't just the pack-in game for the SNES when it released, it was an important statement from Nintendo that they were ready to take on anything and everything by bringing Mario back for a brand new adventure. Join us as we discuss why it left such a mark on not just video games, but every kid who got the chance to play it. Specia…

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Revenge of the French RPG! 47:17

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This week, the boys have two new games to share with you. First, Griffin and Plante go deep into the wilderness of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, an exceptional RPG. Then, Hoops and Frush report on their journey in Revenge of the Savage Planet. Get the full list of games (and other stuff) discussed at www.besties.fan. Want more episodes? Join us at p…

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Ep. 815 – The Shadow 1:44:11

2M ago1:44:11

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The Shadow knows! He knows that this movie was such a flop (was it though?) that the game 99% completed yet they decided to scrap it? Only a few review copies went out to the ROM exists online for all to play. So we played it! We also just had to watch the movie along … Continue reading → The post Ep. 815 – The Shadow appeared first on TADPOG: Tyle…

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Episode 71: Console Launch Blues, Greens, and Reds 53:21

2M ago53:21

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Console Launch Blues, Greens, and Reds. The Six-Button Samurai and @GameAgentET (OGiH) delve into their own experiences on either side of the pond in trying to lock down a Nintendo Switch 2, but also swerve pretty hard into the history of console launches, which once upon a time, had ZERO hype, they just managed to show up at a Toys 'R' Us nearby. …

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Episode 475: Where in the World Is Carmen Sandiego? 1:04:34

2M ago1:04:34

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The ACME detectives issue arrest warrants for V.I.L.E. henchmen in Episode 475: Where in the World Is Carmen Sandiego.Intro and outro music by Kubbi at kubbimusic.com.Edited by Dan Willett at @itsdanfromcreature.Visit NGP online: ngppodcast.comFollow NGP on Twitter: twitter.com/ngppodcastLike NGP on Facebook: facebook.com/ngppodcastSupport NGP on P…

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Season 5 Episode 17 57:13

2M ago57:13

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It's another week of awesome 80's fun with Teresa G and The 80's RevolutionBy Teresa Garrett

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Let's Save Cats From Oblivion! 55:00

2M ago55:00

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The Besties talk about the brand new, ultra indie immersive-sim Skin Deep. Then they revisit the world of Oblivion. But none of this matters because Plante got a CRTV to play Promise Mascot Agency. Get the full list of games (and other stuff) discussed at www.besties.fan. Want more episodes? Join us at patreon.com/thebesties for three bonus episode…

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Ep. 814 – Magic Sword (M…! Ah! Gic Sword) 1:49:01

2M ago1:49:01

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Magic Sword, but you probably know it by it’s much more common name, Mmmmm-agicsword. We gather the power of the blackorb and use it call forth a brand new guest hold, one whom is well versed in all magics and swords most fowl – Xalnop! He has been a fan of this game from far … Continue reading → The post Ep. 814 – Magic Sword (M…! Ah! Gic Sword) a…

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Ep. 45 - Mega Man Mayhem! Can We Beat It for the First Time? ⚡🎮 1:12:53

2M ago1:12:53

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Ep. 45 - Mega Man Mayhem! Can We Beat It for the First Time? ⚡🎮 | Terrible Gamers Podcast In Ep. 45 of The Terrible Gamers Podcast, hosts Kevin and Kyle take on a retro gaming giant—Mega Man for the NES—and attempt to beat it for the very first time! Believe it or not, Kyle has never played Mega Man before, and Kevin barely remembers the stages, ma…

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Episode 474: Wendy: Every Witch Way 57:53

2M ago57:53

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The good little witches set gravity straight in Episode 474: Wendy: Every Witch Way.Intro and outro music by Kubbi at kubbimusic.com.Edited by Dan Willett at @itsdanfromcreature.Visit NGP online: ngppodcast.comFollow NGP on Twitter: twitter.com/ngppodcastLike NGP on Facebook: facebook.com/ngppodcastSupport NGP on Patreon: patreon.com/ngppodcast…

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Season 5 Ep 16 57:10

2M ago57:10

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Welcome to another totally tubular episode of The 80's Revolution!By Teresa Garrett

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Runescape and a Competitor to Limbo? It's a Grab Bag, Y'all 51:01

2M ago51:01

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On this episode of The Besties, we're checking out some stellar smaller games: Bionic Bay, Sunderfolk, and Runescape Dragonwilds. We've also got an update on the latest and greatest in Japanese reality television, as well as the true meaning of Easter. Get the full list of games (and other stuff) discussed at www.besties.fan. Want more episodes? Jo…

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50 Facts From Today I Wouldn’t Have Believed In The 70s 38:17

2M ago38:17

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Think back to the 70s and then look at the world today. Whod’a thunk? Here are 50 things that I never would have believed about today if someone had traveled back in time and told me. Technology and the smart phone top the list of unbelievable things from the future but there are also several other surprises. Support the show…