Best World Gone Geek Podcasts (2025)

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The Sad State of GTA-Like Games (That Aren't GTA) - Beyond 920 1:00:09

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This week, we’ve heard Rockstar games co-founder Dan Houser talking about cancelled GTA 5 story DLC and Saints Row 1 design director Chris Stockman sharing his pitch for a Saints Row reboot, which has us lamenting the lack of open-world action games set in contemporary settings. Specifically, the kind where you can steal cars and cause mayhem - you…

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Steve from Blues Clues Gets Emotional About MythBusters 53:03

3d ago53:03

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Did Steve Burns from Blue's Clues really die? Why did he actually leave the show? Steve himself joins Kari and Tory to bust the wildest internet myths about his Blue's Clues exit-from a rumored death to going bald. Steve also dives into his love for MythBusters, shares what it was like becoming an internet urban legend, and tells some stories that …

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The Horror Games That Defined Each PlayStation Console - Beyond 919 1:14:43

12d ago1:14:43

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It’s almost Halloween, so what better excuse to geek out about horror games? Max and Brian take a look back at the horror franchises that dominated each generation of PlayStation console. From the birth of Resident Evil on the PS1 to Silent Hill and Fatal Frame’s numerous outings on the PlayStation 2, to the PS3/360 era that gave us Dead Space, Con…

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Kari & Tory’s Most TERRIFYING Moment on MythBusters 50:27

10d ago50:27

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What terrified Kari so badly she wouldn't stop shaking on the set of MythBusters? What is Tory's biggest fear? Kari and Tory revisit the MythBusters episode that pushed them to their limits-"The Smell of Fear" episode. Locked in coffins with scorpions, snakes, and rats to test if fear has a distinct smell. Plus: Kari & Tory bust some creepy Hallowe…

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Halo's Coming to PlayStation And PlayStation's Going to Magic: The Gathering - Beyond 918 59:01

16d ago59:01

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In the video game equivalent of Hell freezing over or pigs flying, the original Halo is coming to PlayStation. Halo: Campaign Evolved is a full Unreal Engine 5 overhaul of the 2001 Xbox original, and in honor of the 25th anniversary, it’s going multi-platform sometime next year. Nick got a chance to play it, and shared his impressions about new fea…

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The Grant Imahara Episode: A Tribute to the MythBusters Legend 48:16

17d ago48:16

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What made Grant jump out of his car to direct traffic in Las Vegas? How did Grant get hired onto MythBusters in the first place? And what did the notoriously private Jamie Hyneman write about their friendship? Tory and Kari celebrate Grant Imahara's birthday with never-before-heard stories from the Mythbusters crew and ILM friends, plus a rare writ…

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Ghost of Yotei Devs Discuss That Ending, Story Changes, Easter Eggs & More | Spoilercast! - Beyond 917 50:16

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SPOILER ALERT! This week, we’re talking Ghost of Yotei yet again, but delving deep into late game content, including the ending. Joining us to unpack all that, and answer some more questions about how the open-world samurai epic came together are creative director Jason Connel and lead writer Ian Ryan from Sucker Punch Productions. We discuss story…

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Are Ghosts Real? Busting Paranormal Myths with THE Ghost Hunters 50:00

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What really happens when a skeptic investigates a haunted hospital? Why did the original Ghost Hunters turn down investigating Graceland? How did a booking agent scam BOTH the MythBusters AND Ghost Hunters? Steve Gonsalves and Jason Hawes join Kari and Tory where Tory also reveals the disembodied voices and phantom encounters he had during his time…

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Digesting the Spaghetti Western Vibes of Yotei - Beyond 916 1:05:22

1M ago1:05:22

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This week on Beyond Jada Griffin is hosting yet again! Joined by Michael Higham, and Nick Maillet to talk more about Ghost of Yotei. We dive into how the Japanese community is embracing Yotei for how it quintessentially feels like Hokkaido, a few of the smaller touches of things we liked such as the various minigames in Yotei, and a couple of plati…

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Halloween Makeup with Oscar Winning FX Artist Rick Baker (American Werewolf, Star Wars, The Grinch)! 39:54

1M ago39:54

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How do you make a werewolf transformation look painful? What's Rick Baker's secret Halloween costume this year? And can you really create gruesome makeup effects with just Karo syrup and cotton? Seven-time Oscar winner and special effects legend Rick Baker joins Kari and Tory to share behind-the-scenes stories from the music video "Thriller" and ho…

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Ghost of Yotei Devs Explain Lessons Learned From Tsushima, Cinematic Influences & More - Beyond 915 44:20

1M ago44:20

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Ghost of Yotei is almost out, and this week we’re joined by to members of the team at Sucker Punch Productions who were behind it. Creative director Jason Connell and art director Joanna Wang tell us about how the studio approached their follow-up to Ghost of Tsushima, from the cinematic inspirations to the real world research that informed this ne…

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The MythBusters & Top Gear Crossover That NEVER Happened w/ Rutledge Wood 46:50

1M ago46:50

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What was Kari's first kiss? Can you really save gas by drafting behind a semi-truck? And what's it like competing against fearless teenagers on the track? American Top Gear host and GR Cup Series racer Rutledge Wood joins Kari and Tory to share his journey from television to legitimate racing, reveal behind-the-scenes stories from Netflix hits like…

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Ghost of Yotei: A Leaner, Meaner Sequel That Doesn't Reinvent Open-World Samurai Games - Beyond 914 1:13:09

2M ago1:13:09

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Ghost of Yotei isn’t out for a little while, but the reviews are in, and we’re joined by IGN’s Michael Higham to discuss Sucker Punch’s highly anticipated samurai sequel stacks up compared to its predecessor. Ghost of Tsushima was one of the last great first-party exclusives of the PS4 era, but Ghost of Yotei takes full advantage of the PlayStation…

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We Finally Saw Wolverine! Our Sony State of Play September 25 - Beyond 913 48:52

2M ago48:52

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Sony suprised everyone with their September State of Play and Max, Jada, Brian, and Nick broke down every major game announced. Starting off with the first look at the long awaited Marvel's Wolverine, and it didnt dissapoint. Wolverine is definitely earning it's likely M rating, and everyone on the show (espically Jada) was impressed with the small…

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Are We Living In a BLACK HOLE? w/ NASA Astronaut Candidate Dr. Leah Elson 47:57

2M ago47:57

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How do you poop in space without it floating everywhere? Would Tory take a one-way mission to Mars and never return to Earth? Harvard-trained scientist and NASA astronaut candidate Dr. Leah Elson joins Kari and Tory to break our brains with space science, reveal the gross reality of space toilets, and explain why we might be actually living inside …

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Borderlands 4 and Battlefield 6 Are Playing it Safe, But Playing to Their Strengths - Beyond 912 1:22:04

2M ago1:22:04

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This week we’re joined by notorious tie-guy Travis Northup, who just dropped his review of Borderlands 4, and who also went hands on with some large scale maps in Battlefield 6 at a preview event. What do these two games have in common, besides being shooters? They’re both shaping up to be returns-to-form for a couple series that haven’t stuck the …

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What it's REALLY Like Behind the Scenes of MythBusters (PA TELLS ALL!)... 47:30

2M ago47:30

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Why was Kari's breast milk spilled on set? How did Tory survive a near-fatal car malfunction while testing a myth? Did former MythBusters runner and PA, Matt Cordova, ACTUALLY give weed to Seth Rogan on set? Matt joins this episode to reveal his takes on some of the most infamous stories in MythBuster history. Go follow Matt Cordova on Instagram! @…

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25 PlayStation Games Still Coming in 2025 - Beyond 911 1:21:03

2M ago1:21:03

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The year is far from over, and some of the biggest game releases are still yet to come - so let’s run down 25 games of various shapes, sizes, genres, flavors and configurations that have our attention for one reason or another. From the obvious big sequels like Ghost of Yotei, Ninja Gaiden 4, and Vampire The Masquerade Bloodlines 2, to smaller offb…

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MythBusters Kid Turned PRO Racecar Driver! w/ Conor Daly 42:14

2M ago42:14

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IndyCar driver Connor Daly joins Kari Byron and Tory Belleci to talk MythBusters racing myths, the Indy 500, losing 10 pounds in a race, and … peeing in a race car. Plus, digging into racing traditions, including the famous question: why do Indy 500 champions drink milk after a win? Thank you to our sponsor, Stash! Go to get.stash.com/mythfits LINK…

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007: First Light Gameplay Reveal Gives us a View To a Killer James Bond Game - Beyond 910 1:00:38

2M ago1:00:38

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This week we break down Sony's surprise 007 First Light state of play and why the game looks like it's going to be Hitman With a Dash of Uncharted, Sleeping Dogs & GTA. It's been a while since we've had a good 007 game and thats looking to change thanks in part to the game's developers history making the Hitman games (which are basically 007 games …

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Why Kari Byron almost QUIT Mythbusters… 29:31

2M ago29:31

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Why did Kari walk off set and nearly quit MythBusters? Why did a producer shoot Jamie Hyneman in the crotch with an airsoft gun? What behind-the-scenes fight ended with a fart breaking the tension? Kari and Tory answer these and more AMA questions, revealing wild moments you never saw on MythBusters. LINK TO OUR SPONSORS! https://linktr.ee/mythfits…

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LEGO Batman Looks Like The Best Batman Game in Years - Beyond 909 52:06

2M ago52:06

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We’re back from gamescom, jetlagged, but excited to have some new and upcoming games to discuss. Capcom had a solid lineup including Pragmata, which doesn’t put puzzles above shooting, but still has puzzles, and probably isn’t a Mega Man prequel. The Resident Evil Requiem demo we had didn’t blow us away, but it also didn’t show too much, and maybe …

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The Rise of K-Pop Demon Hunters! 1:16:00

2M ago1:16:00

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K Pop Demon Hunters is taking the world by storm, and we're diving right in! This episode is all about exploring the vibrant and quirky world of this pop culture phenomenon that’s not just about catchy tunes but also packs a serious punch with its emotional depth. We chat about everything from the unique blend of K-pop and demon-fighting antics to …

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DRAMA Behind the Scenes of MythBusters: NIGHTMARE NEIGHBORS 33:00

3M ago33:00

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Kari and Tory explore the relationships of the neighbors of M5 and M7 on the set of MythBusters. They dive into the untold behind-the-scenes drama of how one experiment smoked out the whole shop, why the cops showed up mid-test, and the moment a car crashed through the wall into the shop next door! LINK TO OUR SPONSORS! https://linktr.ee/mythfitspo…

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Was Jake Gyllenhaal almost Napoleon Dynamite?? w/ Jon Heder 32:51

3M ago32:51

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Was Jake Gyllenhaal almost cast as Napoleon? Does Jon Heder have a twin? Are the sequel rumors real? Jon Heder joins Kari and Tory to clear up some of the internet’s biggest myths about Napoleon Dynamite. They also talk ghost hunting, behind-the-scenes stories with Grant Imahara, and how fame hit all at once for Jon. Thank you to our Sponsor, Mando…

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Kari Byron GEEKS OUT Over Baseball w/ Aaron Leanhardt 40:32

3M ago40:32

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Joined by baseball innovator Aaron Leanhardt, who reveals the story (and controversy) behind his wild “torpedo bat” design - Kari and Tory break down some classic baseball myths, bizarre baseball superstitions, and reveal some more BTS MythBusters secrets... Thank you to our sponsor, Better Help! Our listeners get 10% off their first month at Bette…

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Battlefield 6 Looks Like Donkey Kong Bananza Directed By Michael Bay - Beyond 908 1:15:37

3M ago1:15:37

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This week, we’re talking about the literally groundbreaking new destruction physics in Battlefield 6, which looks to be almost on par with Donkey Kong Bananza’s smashability, but in an obviously very different way. We’re also chatting with the developers of Ninja Gaiden Ragebound about the throwback platformer’s NES roots, and sharing some of the g…

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The TRUTH Behind Our Mission Impossible Myths! 41:33

3M ago41:33

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In this high-stakes episode of MythFits, Tory and Kari go undercover and take off their "masks" to go deep into some fan-favorite episodes of MythBusters: "Mission Impossible Mask" & "Crimes & Myth-Demeanors". Along the way, they break down the MythBusters episodes that tackled spy-level myths, including realistic masks, and breaking into a high-se…

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MythBusting Gone WRONG: What REALLY Happened with the Cannonball Incident... 32:03

3M ago32:03

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Kari and Tory welcome the legendary Sergeant JD Nelson, the bomb tech who practically became the sixth MythBuster! In this episode, we're finally addressing the infamous cannonball incident that made international news... Please leave a review and make sure you SUBSCRIBE! If you are interested in advertising on this podcast email [email protected] …

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Fighting Yourself is Fun in Wuchang Fallen Feathers - Beyond 907 45:07

4M ago45:07

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From forgotten peripherals to bizarre trends, we're taking a wild trip through PlayStation's strangest hardware. Plus, Jada shares her early impressions of Wuchang: Fallen Feathers. This week we're going retro, weird, and very PlayStation. 00:00 - Intro01:00 - Wuchang: Fallen Feathers18:06 - PlayStation’s Best, Worst and Weirdest Experimental Produ…

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Will I POOP when I DIE?! w/ Mortician Caitlin Doughty 40:04

4M ago40:04

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Content Warning: This episode contains open discussions about death. Listener discretion is advised. In this wildly weird episode of MythFits, Kari and Tory tackle the one topic we’re all dying to know more about - death. But don’t worry, it’s not all gloom and doom. With special guest Caitlin Doughty-mortician, author, and death-fluencer. They exp…

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How Does EA's Skate Compare to Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4 - Beyond 906 49:12

4M ago49:12

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It’s a good time to be a fan of skateboarding video games, between Activision’s remakes fo Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 out now, plus EA’s long-awaited reboot of Skate (Sorry, “skate.”) arriving sometime in the foreseeable future. Nick had a chance to spend a few hours in the open world, and while the free-to-play live-service aspect is rubbing a l…

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Why Scottie LEFT MythBusters (the TRUTH!) 38:43

4M ago38:43

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This week Kari and Tory catch up with former build team member, Scottie! They’re diving into behind the scenes moments, favorite memories, and asking what everyone wants to know…why did Scottie leave MythBusters and what is she doing now? Please leave a review and make sure you SUBSCRIBE! If you are interested in advertising on this podcast email u…

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Ghost of Yotei Looks Like a Bigger, Meaner and Prettier Spin on Tsushima - Beyond 905 57:41

4M ago57:41

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Sucker Punch finally gave us our long-awaited look at Ghost of Yotei in action, and while it’s certainly looking like a gorgeous successor to Tsushima that’ll put the PS5 through its paces, it’s hard not to compare it to one of this year’s other big open-world samurai game, Assassin’s Creed Shadows. While there will definitely be some familiar them…

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Did Kari REALLY Flash Tory?! & More MythBusters Secrets REVEALED!! 28:27

4M ago28:27

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Kari and Tory are back to answer your weirdest, wildest, and most WTF fan questions - including the one everyone’s too afraid to ask: did Kari actually flash Tory on set? (You’ll have to listen for yourself.) They also dig into Large Dangerous Rocket Ships memories, awkward butt scan moments, and some of their favorite pranks from MythBusters. Reme…

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How Can Resident Evil Requiem Keep The Series Fresh After 30 Years? - Beyond 904 57:39

4M ago57:39

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Let’s get this out of the way: we’re happy there’s a new Resident Evil game on the way and we will absolutely be playing it day one. That said, the way Capcom is framing Resident Evil Requiem has us a bit skeptical - especially with them specifically bringing up the fact that Leon Kennedy (supposedly) isn’t in it. We discuss how Resident Evil’s lat…

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What Was Tory's Worst INJURY on Set?! ....AND answering YOUR Burning Questions! 30:09

4M ago30:09

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In this special AMA episode of MythFits, Kari Byron and Tory Belleci go full MythBuster mode as they answer fan-submitted questions-no myth is off-limits! From revealing who actually passed the infamous lie detector test to spilling secrets behind other wild myths, Kari and Tory bring the laughs, the memories, and a few surprises. Please leave a re…

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Death Stranding 2: Weird, Confusing and a Technical Masterpiece - Beyond 903 1:03:28

5M ago1:03:28

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Death Stranding 2: On The Beach is finally almost here, and as one of 2025’s few big PlayStation exclusives, you can see why a lot of PS5 owners would be excited for this one. This week, we’re joined by Simon Cardy, who reviewed DS2 for IGN, to discuss the many things it does right, whether or not that’s enough to win over folks who didn’t live the…

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Robot Babysitters, AI in Hollywood and Detached Thumbs w/ Modern Family Producer Danny Zuker 53:58

5M ago53:58

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This week on MythFits, Kari and Tory are joined by Modern Family producer and comedy mastermind Danny Zuker! They launch into a chaotic conversation about Pumpkin Chunkin mayhem, the creeping rise of AI in writers’ rooms, and a Flying Anvils story so wild it ends with someone mysteriously… missing a thumb. Please leave a review and make sure you SU…

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Sony Hints At PlayStation 6, Knows Most Players Aren’t Into Cloud Gaming - Beyond 902 1:06:23

5M ago1:06:23

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The PlayStation 6 is still a long ways off, but Sony acknowledged they’re pushing the platform forward and exploring new ways for us to engage with it, but they’re well aware that streaming games from the cloud isn’t how most of us play our games. The PlayStation Portal might seem to suggest that’s the direction the company is taking things, but un…

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Are we in a post-MythBusting world? AI-Videos, Google VEO3 and Deciphering What's REAL online... 43:49

5M ago43:49

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Is AI is taking over…? In this episode of Mythfits, Kari and Tory dive into the wild world of Google Veo3, react to viral AI videos, and spill behind-the-scenes secrets from their MythBusters episode : "Fixing a Flat" and more! Please leave a review and make sure you SUBSCRIBE! If you are interested in advertising on this podcast email ussales@acas…

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Resident Evil Requiem: New Details on Gameplay, Setting, Characters & More - Beyond 901 1:24:58

5M ago1:24:58

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Resident Evil Requiem (or Resident Evil 9, RE9uiem, or whatever we’re supposed to call it) got an official reveal during Summer Game Fest 2025, and shortly after that, a select few people got to play a demo behind closed doors. IGN’s Matt Kim was one of those lucky people, so he stopped by to tell us about the game’s newest features. There’s option…

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The MythBusters Producer Who Let Us Blow Stuff Up!! w/ Linda Wolkovitch 40:54

5M ago40:54

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This week, Kari and Tory sit down with the legendary producer behind the madness—Linda Wolkovitch, the woman who helped bring MythBusters to life! From last-minute explosions to unscripted chaos, Linda shares never-before-heard stories from behind the scenes of MythBusters! Please leave a review and make sure you SUBSCRIBE! If you are interested in…

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Let's Play The Ultimate PlayStation 4 Game Show, Wheel of PS4-tune! - Beyond 900 27:30

5M ago27:30

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It's our 900th episode! And we're at IGN Live! So, in honor of this momentous occasion, we invented a whole game show: Wheel of PS4-tune! Why? Because it was a good title. So, all the questions are about Sony's last console generation, its hardware, games, and so on. How well do Brian and Jada know deep-cut PlayStation 4-centric trivia? How are the…

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007 First Light, Marvel Tokon, Silent Hill f and More From Sony's Summer State of Play - Beyond 899 54:26

5M ago54:26

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On this very special episod eof Podcast Beyond, Max, Brian, and Jada are joined by John Davison to react to the latest PlayStation State of Play where Sony showed off a ton of games. This episodes highlights were the reveal of the new James Bond game from IO Interactve, 007 First Light, and the Arc System Works Marvel themed fighter MARVEL Tōkon: F…

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Did Kari and Tory Ever Date? And Why They REALLY Left Mythbusters... 39:04

5M ago39:04

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On our very first episode, we decided to catch you all up on what we've been doing since we left Mythbusters. Today we're answering our most asked questions from the internet: What happened to Tory Belleci? What happened to Kari Byron? Is Tory Belleci married? Why did Kari Byron leave Mythbusters? And...DID WE EVER DATE?? Please leave a review and …

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Creating Zombies with Oscar-Winning FX Artist Howard Berger 36:01

5M ago36:01

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We loved watching The Last of Us and it inspired us to talk about one of our favorite things: Zombies. Join us as we go behind the scenes with Oscar-winning makeup effects designer Howard Berger. From crafting realistic zombies to sharing DIY horror makeup tips, Howard reveals the artistry that brings the undead to life. Please leave a review and m…

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Cleveland Guardians Roller Derby 1:03:52

6M ago1:03:52

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We’re diving into the exhilarating world of roller derby with the Cleveland Guardians and it’s a blast! This episode is all about the passion and community that surrounds this electrifying sport. We chat with some of the Guardians, who share their stories, rules of the game, and the camaraderie that makes roller derby so special. So, whether you’re…

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We're So Glad Hideo Kojima is Still Making Weird Games - Beyond 898 39:08

6M ago39:08

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Kojima is always up to something and this week is no different. On this week's very special epsiode of Podcast Beyond!, Jada, Nick, and Max break down their favorite Kojima games, why hes so influential, and why him preparing to keep his legacy going long after he dies via a USB stick isnt even the strangest thing hes said lately. *** IGN Live is n…

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Will Fairgame$ be the next Helldivers 2 or Hyenas? - Beyond 897 1:08:55

6M ago1:08:55

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Sony’s big push for live-service games hasn’t exactly been a resounding success, and the news that Haven, the studio behind the upcoming extraction-shooter Fairgame$, recently lost its founder Jade Raymond doesn’t exactly instill confidence. But, on the bright side, Helldivers 2: Heart of Democracy update takes the battle to Super Earth, giving the…