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Tales from Godric’s Hollow - Discussing Harry Potter Books, Movies, and News276. Holiday Takeover featuring Brent Allen and Matt SonnenbergJoe and Marissa are away, so friends of show Brent Allen and "The Professor" Matt Sonnenberg return and talk about whatever they want! Show Notes: https://www.talesfromgodricshollow.com/episode-276/ Matt- @asamatterofmatt Brent - @BrentAllenLive Marissa - @RissaRoo312 Joe - @CustomVinylLush Show - @TalesFromGH Email - TalesFromGodricsHollow@gmail.com Website - www.TalesFromGodricsHollow.com Facebook - www.facebook.com/talesfromgodricshollow Podchaser - www.podchaser.com/TFGH Thank you to ALL of the Patreon suppo...2021-12-221h 38
The Community ExperienceHow Matt Sonnenberg Leads His Community (without Actually Leading It)#010 Great leadership is only one component of what makes a community truly thrive: a community needs influence and energy from more than its actual leadership or membership base to stay healthy.Matt Sonnenberg is on the show today to speak to his experience becoming well-regarded in the niche community of the Skylanders games, some of the first collectibles in the "toys to life" gaming genre. We get into all kinds of interesting questions like this today: like the pros and cons of participating in a community under an alias and how to successfully enter or re-enter a...2021-10-1955 min
Tales from Godric’s Hollow - Discussing Harry Potter Books, Movies, and News259. Major Moments BOOK 1 - In the Beginning w/ The Professor Matt SonnenbergJoe and Marissa are joined by the Professor Matt Sonnenberg to discuss our first Major Moment of the series, Chapter 1 of Book 1! They talk about one of the coolest beasts in the magical world, the Thestral. They learn about a spell that allows you to assault anything with literally any thing in Oppugno, and they debate which is the worst common room entrance in Truth or Lies. Show Notes: https://www.talesfromgodricshollow.com/episode-259/ 00:00 Opening/Giveaway/News You Can Use 16:21 Major Moments - Why we consider Chapter 1 a Major Moment in the Harry...2021-08-112h 00
Tales from Godric’s Hollow - Discussing Harry Potter Books, Movies, and News**Patreon Exclusive** The Head Boy Pod - Episode 1 w/ Matt SonnenbergWe here at TFGH wanted to give you a taste of something NEW that will be only available to our supporters on Patreon moving forward! Newly appointed Head Boy Brent Allen will be hosting a podcast exclusively on Patreon, and for his first guest he talks to the person who started it all here at TFGH, The Professor Matt Sonnenberg! Check it out, and if you like it please click the link below and support us on Patreon! Brent - @BrentAllenLive Matt - @sclmatt or @asamatterofmatt Show - @TalesFromGH Email...2021-07-0156 min
Tales from Godric’s Hollow - Discussing Harry Potter Books, Movies, and News250. 250th Episode Celebration w/ THE MUGGLE Josh Brown, The Professor Matt Sonnenberg, and Brent AllenHAPPY 250TH EPISODE!!! Luminaries abound when Joe and Marissa are joined by The Muggle Josh Brown, The Professor Matt Sonnenberg, and Brent Allen to celebrate the 250th episode of TFGH by playing Harry Potter Trivial Pursuit! Show Notes: https://www.talesfromgodricshollow.com/episode-250/ Marissa - @RissaRoo312 Joe - @CustomVinylLush Josh - @thenoyse Matt - @asamatterofmatt Brent - @BrentAllenLive Show - @TalesFromGH Email - TalesFromGodricsHollow@gmail.com Website - www.TalesFromGodricsHollow.com Facebook - www.facebook.com/talesfromgodricshollow Podc...2021-06-092h 20
Podcast BetterIf You're Thinking About Starting a Podcast, Start Here#073 - Every day I see people asking for tips and advice on starting a podcast. My answer is always the same. In this episode, I elaborate on that answer. If you know someone who is thinking about starting a podcast, please share this episode with them. Mentioned in this Episode:Samson Q2U (Affiliate Link)ATR-2100x (Affiliate Link)Buzzsprout (Affiliate Link)Podcast AuditFree Consultation with MattShow Contact InfoTwitter (@podbetterpod)Instagram (@podbetterpod)Facebook (@PodcastBetter)Host Contact InfoTwitter (@asamatterofmatt)Music licensed...2021-03-1513 minPodcast BetterIt's Okay to Make Changes#072 - From time to time there may be changes or adjustments you want to make to your podcast. Go for it. Nothing is set in stone and you don't need permission from anyone. Make whatever changes are in your best interest. In fact, I'm about to make some changes to this show... Mentioned in this Episode:Podcast AuditBeam Me UpFree Consultation with MattShow Contact InfoTwitter (@podbetterpod)Instagram (@podbetterpod)Facebook (@PodcastBetter)Host Contact InfoTwitter (@asamatterofmatt)Music licensed from purple-planet.com2021-03-1211 minPodcast BetterUse Streamyard Even If You're Not Streaming#070 - I've tried many remote connection solutions over the years. Everything from Google Hangouts to Zoom to Discord and more, but none of them compare to the simplicity and reliability of Streamyard.I always like to make things as simple and easy as possible for my guests and Streamyard helps me do that. Mentioned in this Episode:Streamyard (Affiliate Link)Free Consultation with MattShow Contact InfoTwitter (@podbetterpod)Instagram (@podbetterpod)Facebook (@PodcastBetter)Host Contact InfoTwitter (@asamatterofmatt)Music licensed from...2021-03-0514 min
Tales from Godric’s Hollow - Discussing Harry Potter Books, Movies, and News229. How Credence is a Dumbledore Theories w/ Matt SonnenbergThe Professor Matt Sonnenberg returns and joins Joe and Marissa to discuss the different theories around Credence being a Dumbledore! They explain how Pennywise from IT might use the Billywig in the Beast Breakdown. Marissa gives us new Head canon while discussing the Herbivicus charm, and we talk Ariana's death in Truth or Lies. Show Notes: https://www.talesfromgodricshollow.com/episode-229/ Marissa - @RissaRoo312 Joe - @CustomVinylLush Show - @TalesFromGH Matt - @asamatterofmatt Email - TalesFromGodricsHollow@gmail.com Website - www.TalesFromGodricsHollow.com Fa...2020-12-301h 23Podcast BetterMatt's Rules For Podcast Cover Art#049 - If you're looking for feedback on your podcast cover artwork, I have four simple rules/guidelines/tests you can put your art up against. If you follow these rules you'll be off to a good start.Mentioned in this Episode:Apple Podcast Image RequirementsCreating Effective Podcast Artwork with Carl Huber (Episode 5)Free Podcast ConsultationShow Contact InfoTwitter (@podbetterpod)Instagram (@podbetterpod)Facebook (@PodcastBetter)Host Contact InfoTwitter (@asamatterofmatt)Music licensed from purple-planet.comSupport the show (https://ko-fi.com/podcastbetter)2020-12-2115 min
Tales from Godric’s Hollow - Discussing Harry Potter Books, Movies, and News223. Breaking News! Johnny Depp OUT as Grindelwald w/ Matt SonnenbergJoe and Marissa invite "Professor" Matt Sonnenberg back onto the show to discuss the big news of Johnny Depp leaving the Fantastic Beasts franchise. We learn what Chizpurfles do to drive Muggles crazy. We talk about the nice ways you would use the Obscuro spell, and lots of Leta Lestrange in Truth or Lies. Show Notes: https://www.talesfromgodricshollow.com/episode-223/ Marissa - @RissaRoo312 Joe - @CustomVinylLush Show - @TalesFromGH Matt - @asamatterofmatt Email - TalesFromGodricsHollow@gmail.com Website - www.TalesFromGodricsHollow.com Facebook - w...2020-11-111h 32Podcast BetterWhat Is The Best Time To Release A New Podcast Episode?#019 - All the little details and minutiae of podcasting can quickly get overwhelming. Today we'll tackle release day together so you can relax a little and take one more thing off your plate.Mentioned in this Episode:Secret Project #1Show Contact InfoTwitter (@podbetterpod)Instagram (@podbetterpod)Facebook (@PodcastBetter)Host Contact InfoTwitter (@asamatterofmatt)Music licensed from purple-planet.comSupport the show (https://ko-fi.com/podcastbetter)2020-09-0714 minPodcast BetterHow Podcasts Work#018 - Ever wonder how your feeds update or what counts as a play/download/listen? Well, it all boils down to understanding how podcasts work and that is exactly what you'll discover today.Mentioned in this Episode:Show NotesBuzzsprout (affiliate link)Secret Project #1Show Contact InfoTwitter (@podbetterpod)Instagram (@podbetterpod)Facebook (@PodcastBetter)Host Contact InfoTwitter (@asamatterofmatt)Music licensed from purple-planet.comSupport the show (https://ko-fi.com/podcastbetter)2020-09-0414 minPodcast BetterEpisode Numbers Don't Belong In Your Titles#017 <-- Hey Look! It's an episode number! Discover why there is a controversy and decide where you stand. How do you feel about episode numbers?Mentioned in this Episode:Buzzsprout (affiliate link)Secret Project #1Show Contact InfoTwitter (@podbetterpod)Instagram (@podbetterpod)Facebook (@PodcastBetter)Host Contact InfoTwitter (@asamatterofmatt)Music licensed from purple-planet.comSupport the show (https://ko-fi.com/podcastbetter)2020-08-3111 minPodcast BetterAll About Podcast Seasons#016 - You likely know what a season is, but how long should they be? Do you need them? Can I take breaks between seasons? Let's discuss.Mentioned in this Episode:Secret Project #1Show Contact InfoTwitter (@podbetterpod)Instagram (@podbetterpod)Facebook (@PodcastBetter)Host Contact InfoTwitter (@asamatterofmatt)Music licensed from purple-planet.comSupport the show (https://ko-fi.com/podcastbetter)2020-08-2814 minPodcast BetterWhat Is The Ideal Length For A Podcast Episode?#015 - How long should my podcast episodes be? It's one of the first questions out of every podcaster's mouth. I'm going to address it today.Mentioned in this Episode:Secret Project #1Show Contact InfoTwitter (@podbetterpod)Instagram (@podbetterpod)Facebook (@PodcastBetter)Host Contact InfoTwitter (@asamatterofmatt)Music licensed from purple-planet.comSupport the show (https://ko-fi.com/podcastbetter)2020-08-2413 minPodcast BetterDo My Guests Need To Sign A Contract? (with Bobby Klinck)#014 - Contract or no contract, that is the question. Today I get some answers from the guy who wrote the contract I use. I'm not here to convince you one way or the other, but I want you to make an informed decision.Mentioned in this Episode:Trademark SearchBobbyKlinck.comGuest Contact InfoTwitter (@BobbyKlinck)Instagram (@BobbyKlinck)Facebook (@BobbyKlinckPage)Show Contact InfoTwitter (@podbetterpod)Instagram (@podbetterpod)Facebook (@PodcastBetter)Host Contact InfoTwitter (@asamatterofmatt)Music licensed from purple-planet.com...2020-08-2131 minPodcast BetterHow To Prepare Your Guests For Your Podcast#013 - If you're having trouble coming up with content, if you're tired of talking to yourself on the show, maybe it's time you considered bringing a guest on to join you. When that time comes, here are a few things to help you help your guests.Mentioned in this Episode:Podcast Crash CourseShow Contact InfoTwitter (@podbetterpod)Instagram (@podbetterpod)Facebook (@PodcastBetter)Host Contact InfoTwitter (@asamatterofmatt)Music licensed from purple-planet.comSupport the show (https://ko-fi.com/podcastbetter)2020-08-1731 minPodcast BetterHow To Be A Good Podcast Guest with Brent Allen#012 - Whether you're making your first guest appearance or your hundredth, there are a few things you can do to ensure that you make a good impression, get a second invitation, and build lasting relationships.Mentioned in this Episode:The PewterCastBeam Me UpPodcast Crash CourseGuest Contact InfoInstagram (@brentallenlive)Twitter (@brentallenlive)Facebook (@brentallenlive)Show Contact InfoTwitter (@podbetterpod)Instagram (@podbetterpod)Facebook (@PodcastBetter)Host Contact InfoTwitter (@asamatterofmatt)Music licensed from purple-planet.comSupport the show (https://ko-fi...2020-08-1431 minPodcast BetterHow To Find Guests Whenever You Need Them#011 - Next to editing, finding guests can be one of the most tiresome activities of being a podcaster.Today I want to help you build a foundation that will relieve some of that stress and explain why I have never felt like I have a shortage of guests.Mentioned in this Episode:Need More BuffsPodcasting Crash CourseShow Contact InfoTwitter (@podbetterpod)Instagram (@podbetterpod)Facebook (@PodcastBetter)Host Contact InfoTwitter (@asamatterofmatt)Music licensed from purple-planet.comSupport the show (https...2020-08-1021 minPodcast BetterYour Download Numbers Don't Matter#010 - You read that right. Your download numbers don't matter when you're starting a podcast. They may not ever matter. You don't need to obsess over them. Let me save you some stress as I explain.Show Contact InfoTwitter (@podbetterpod)Instagram (@podbetterpod)Facebook (@PodcastBetter)Host Contact InfoTwitter (@asamatterofmatt)Music licensed from purple-planet.comSupport the show (https://ko-fi.com/podcastbetter)2020-08-0717 minPodcast BetterWhy Does My Voice Sound So Bad?#009 - It's time to talk about the voices in your head and the science behind what makes your voice sound different on a recording.Mentioned in this Episode:Scientific American ArticleBBC ArticleShow Contact InfoTwitter (@podbetterpod)Instagram (@podbetterpod)Facebook (@PodcastBetter)Host Contact InfoTwitter (@asamatterofmatt)Music licensed from purple-planet.comSupport the show (https://ko-fi.com/podcastbetter)2020-08-0310 minPodcast Better5 Tips To Get You To Episode 100 And Beyond with Brent Allen#008 - Starting a podcast is easy, but making it last can be tough.Join me along with Brent Allen to discover what you can do to help yourself extend your podcasting career.Mentioned in this Episode:The PewterCastBeam Me UpPodcast Pre-Launch ChecklistGuest Contact InfoInstagram (@brentallenlive)Twitter (@brentallenlive)Facebook (@brentallenlive)Show Contact InfoTwitter (@podbetterpod)Instagram (@podbetterpod)Facebook (@PodcastBetter)Host Contact InfoTwitter (@asamatterofmatt)Music licensed from purple-planet.comSupport the show (https://ko-fi.com...2020-07-3133 minPodcast BetterSay Goodbye To Imposter Syndrome#007 - Do you feel intimidated? Do you feel out of place?Do you feel like you don't have the right to be talking about your topic?THINK AGAIN!Mentioned in this Episode:Podcast Pre-Launch ChecklistShow Contact InfoTwitter (@podbetterpod)Instagram (@podbetterpod)Facebook (@PodcastBetter)Host Contact InfoTwitter (@asamatterofmatt)Music licensed from purple-planet.com2020-07-2713 minPodcast BetterConnect Remotely with Co-Hosts and Guests#006 - Connecting remotely is now a necessity for many. Personally, I love it because it doesn't lock me down to one geographical region.It may look scary and intimidating, but it doesn't have to be that way. Let me help you.Mentioned in this Episode:StreamYard (affiliate link)Podcast Pre-Launch ChecklistShow Contact InfoTwitter (@podbetterpod)Instagram (@podbetterpod)Facebook (@PodcastBetter)Host Contact InfoTwitter (@asamatterofmatt)Music licensed from purple-planet.com2020-07-2418 minPodcast BetterCreating Effective Podcast Art with Carl Huber#005 - What should you bring to the table when talking with a designer?How can you best work WITH your designer?What makes podcast artwork effective?We'll address all this and more with Carl Huber in today's episode.Mentioned in this episode:Carl's ShirtsCarl's PortfolioGuest Contact InfoTwitter (@natural20shirts)Show Contact InfoTwitter (@podbetterpod)Instagram (@podbetterpod)Facebook (@PodcastBetter)Host Contact InfoTwitter (@asamatterofmatt)Music licensed from purple-planet.com2020-07-2030 minPodcast BetterThe Unaired Pilot#004 - Would you expect a child to make a free throw the first time they touch a basketball?Would you expect a theater cast to perform flawlessly during their first rehearsal?I certainly wouldn't. It's not a matter of doubting their talent. It's the simple fact that skills take time, effort, and practice to learn, to hone, to perfect.Now is the time for you to starting practicing.Mentioned in this episode:The Podcasters GuildShow Contact InfoTwitter (@podbetterpod)Instagram (@podbetterpod)Facebook...2020-07-1716 minPodcast BetterNever Edit Filler Words Again!#003 - Do you want to spend less time editing and have a cleaner podcast? I'll show you how to do just that on today's episode of Podcast Better.Mentioned in this episode:The Podcasters GuildShow Contact InfoTwitter (@podbetterpod)Instagram (@podbetterpod)Facebook (@PodcastBetter)Host Contact InfoTwitter (@asamatterofmatt)Music licensed from purple-planet.comSupport the show (https://ko-fi.com/podcastbetter)2020-07-1316 minPodcast BetterThe Key To Growing Your Audience Early#002 - Are you having trouble finding your audience?The problem may not be in your marketing. In today's episode we'll discuss the importance of finding your focus BEFORE you start podcasting so that you don't run into problem later in your journey.Mentioned in this episode:The Podcasters GuildShow Contact InfoTwitter (@podbetterpod)Instagram (@podbetterpod)Facebook (@PodcastBetter)Host Contact InfoTwitter (@asamatterofmatt)Music licensed from purple-planet.comSupport the show (https://ko-fi.com/podcastbetter)2020-07-1317 min
Need More BuffsAdventure Mode and the Future of LightseekersFinishing up the latest release Frank and Matt take some time to discuss the Lightseekers Adventure Mode. Then some thought is put into the future of Lightseekers.2019-05-2152 minNeed More BuffsUprising Update - Draft Mode Is All I NeedThe update has finally arrived and Uprising is now available digitally for Lightseekers. In addition to the update we also got a few new modes to play with. Today we'll focus on Draft Mode.Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02019-05-141h 13Need More BuffsLightseekers Uprising Card Reveals - Part 7The discussion continues: We are back with more Lightseekers Uprising card reveals.Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02019-05-071h 53Need More BuffsLightseekers Uprising Card Reveals - Part 6We're in the homestretch, but we still have more Uprising card reveals to discuss. Won't you join us?Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02019-04-301h 36Need More BuffsLightseekers Uprising Card Reveals - Part 5Frank and Matt are alone this week, but there are plenty of card reveals to keep them company.Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02019-04-232h 46Need More BuffsLightseekers Uprising Card Reveals - Part 4The continuation of Episode 066: Matt, Frank, and Nuwan examine some of the latest card reveals.Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02019-04-222h 15Need More BuffsLightseekers Uprising Card Reveals - Part 3This week we invited darkcatcher back on the show to help us break down some of the newly revealed Uprising cards. We had a lot of cards to talk about so we ended up breaking it into two episodes.Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02019-04-161h 32Need More BuffsDCC Winner: Illinois - Mudturtle (Plus More Uprising Reveals)Another first-time guest this week as Mudturtle took home the gold at the Silver Tier event in Chicago. We also have a few more Uprising card reveals to discuss.Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02019-04-091h 06Need More BuffsLightseekers Uprising Card Reveals - Part 2We're fully into reveal season now so we'll do our best to keep up with the cards. Here's the next batch from Lightseekers Uprising.Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02019-04-021h 18Need More BuffsOhio Gold Tier Winner - BovaFresh off his win at the Ohio Gold Tier tournament, we chat with Bova and find out how it all went down.Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02019-03-261h 00Need More BuffsLightseekers Uprising Card Reveal EvaluationThis week Matt and Frank dive deep into the 12 Lightseekers Uprising cards that have been revealed so far.Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02019-03-191h 48Need More BuffsBoston Gold Tier Winner - MumblesThe first Gold Tier event in March has its champion and his name is Mumbles.Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02019-03-1238 minNeed More BuffsDCC Winner: New Jersey - EzekielScott (Ezekiel) returns to the show after winning DCC New Jersey. He's proven that a common hero has the ability to take the top prize.Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02019-03-051h 12Need More BuffsAustin Gold Tier Winner - FatalZephAfter many months of meticulously crafting this deck, FatalZeph was finally able to showcase his masterpiece in a premier tournament. The results? Let's find out...Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02019-02-2639 minNeed More BuffsNew Jersey Gold Tier Winner - darkcatcherNuwan (darkcatcher) joins us again to discuss another winning deck he built. This time he won the Gold Tier event at Family Fun Hobbies in New Jersey.Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02019-02-1933 minNeed More BuffsOne Deck, Two Wins - darkcatcher & Mongo007Nuwan (darkcatcher) joins me on the show again to discuss the deck he used to win the Gold Tier event in New Jersey. My second guest, Derek (Mongo007) played the same deck just one week later and won the Silver Tier Delivery Crab tournament in Indiana.Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02019-02-1234 minNeed More BuffsDCC Winner: Ohio - JSNiceguy21An interview with John (our first winner from Ohio). John discusses the deck he used to win and strategies for moving forward in the new format.Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02019-02-0548 minNeed More BuffsDCC Winner: New Jersey - TetraTetra is back on show as he has won his second Delivery Crab tournament! Discover how he did it and a little more about the future of Lightseekers.Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02019-01-2234 minNeed More BuffsPAX Unplugged Winner - WingedWeaselThe WingedWeasel is back! Vince won another tournament and we're here to talk about it along with some speculation about the future of Lightseekers.Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02019-01-0845 minNeed More BuffsClassic, Core, and Carl - What to Expect in 2019Carl joins the show to clarify what's coming in 2019. Little did I know that he had a few surprises to share with me as well.Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02018-12-2523 minNeed More BuffsPAX Unplugged Contender - DarkcatcherThis week Nuwan (Darkcatcher) breaks down a unique deck that he used at PAX Unplugged 2018.Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02018-12-1833 minNeed More BuffsDCC Winner: New York - Tetra - 050As we celebrate 50 fantastic episodes of Need More Buffs, we also continue our champion interviews. This week features Tetra who won the New York Delivery Crab tournament.Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02018-11-2728 minNeed More BuffsDCC Winner - Indiana - OGDodongo - 049As the winner of the Delivery Crab tournament in Indiana, Charles (OGDodongo) joins us to discuss his winning Granite deck.Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02018-11-1328 minNeed More BuffsDCC Winner: Texas - FatalZeph - 048FatalZeph. the winner of the Delivery Crab tournament in Austin, Texas, discusses his winning deck list.Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02018-11-0625 minNeed More BuffsLightseekers Needs YOU (to Play Locally) - 047Elisha joins us again to discuss the success of her local Lightseekers community.Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02018-10-3028 minNeed More BuffsUS National Champion 2018 - TPK Gaming - 046A long awaited interview with the US National Champion Nick (TPKGaming). We discuss Gen Con 2018, the Championship and more...Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02018-10-2326 minNeed More BuffsUS Nationals Finalist - Dratylis (a.k.a. Dr. Atylis) - 045The US National tournament is long gone, but I finally got the chance to talk with Chris, one of the finalists, about his experience.Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02018-10-1630 minNeed More BuffsLightseekers Kindred Deck Ideas - Benny & Chris - 044Chris and Benny are back to share some fun deck lists featuring Lightseekers Kindred cards.
Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02018-10-0922 minNeed More BuffsAll About Lightseekers Kindred - Chris & Benny - 043A new set has been released! That means it's time to bring back the creators, Chris and Benny, to talk about it.
Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02018-10-0229 minNeed More BuffsHow To Build A Lightseekers Deck - ZoominShroomin - 042This week we try something new. Jacob, a new player, wants some tips on deck building, so we're going to build a deck together on the show.
Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02018-09-251h 16Need More BuffsKnowledge Is Power - Do You Know Lightseekers? - 041How well do you know your Lightseekers rules? If you're new to the game or especially if you only play the digital TCG, you'll want to check this out!
Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02018-09-1117 minNeed More BuffsGen Con 2018 - Lightseekers Digital TCG - RevTheRoadie - 040RevTheRoadie returns to discuss Gen Con 2018 and the Lightseekers Digital TCG.
Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02018-09-0445 minNeed More BuffsDCC Winner: New Jersey - WingedWeasel - 039Winged Weasel was victorious in the second Delivery Crab tournament. Discover how he played his way to the championship.
Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02018-08-2837 minNeed More BuffsDCC Winner: Wisconsin - RazorGreshu - 038After the first successful Delivery Crab tournament, I sat down with the winner (RazorGreshu) to discuss his experiences.
Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02018-08-2140 minNeed More BuffsNeed More Beta - Bonus Update - 037We got some big news this week, so I want to take a few moments to make sure everyone is aware of what is going on and on the same page.
Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02018-07-0311 minNeed More BuffsLightseekers For All Ages - Elisha - 036This week Elisha shares her story of becoming a Lightseekers Visionary and how she started a local Lightseekers community.
Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02018-06-2626 minNeed More BuffsIt's Tournament Time! - Community Update - 035So many changes for Lightseekers and Delivery Crab. New tournaments, new cards, and so much more. Discover it all right here in the community update.
Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02018-06-1916 minNeed More BuffsLightseekers National Champion (UK) - Harasiel - 034The first ever Lightseekers National Champion has been crowned and I have the distinct pleasure of talking with him on the show this week.
Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02018-06-1242 minNeed More BuffsRotating Death - Benny & Chris - 033In a continuation of last week's interview we highlight Benny and his Sageleaf deck.
Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02018-06-0527 minNeed More BuffsCaptain Dreadtail - Chris & Benny - 032Chris and Benny (the creators of the Lightseekers TCG) are back again to discuss some of their favorite creations post-Mythical.
Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02018-05-2930 minNeed More BuffsFrom Community To Company - The Sneaky Kreebal - 031At long last, I have tracked down The Sneaky Kreebal. Owain and I discuss his journey from fandom to full-time employee as well as a fun little Captain Blacktail deck.
Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02018-05-2227 minNeed More BuffsCommunity Update - Matt Sonnenberg - 030Get all the latest information about what is going on in the Lightseekers community.
Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02018-05-1520 minNeed More BuffsPAX East Finalist - TPK Gaming - 029Nick, the owner of TPK Gaming joins the show to discuss Lightseekers and the Cassini deck that got him to the Finals at PAX East.
Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02018-05-0831 minNeed More BuffsPAX East Top 8 - Jesika & Ezekiel - 028In this episode we meet another of our Lightseekers power couples. Jesika walks us through her Top 8 Dolo deck, while Ezekiel shows us how to have some fun with Tuktu For Buff.
Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02018-05-0143 minNeed More BuffsFish Singer Ushi - Storm/Dread/Tech Deck - Jacob - 027I got Jacob back on the show this week to discuss a deck featuring one of our favorite heroes, Fish Singer Ushi.
Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02018-04-2425 minNeed More BuffsLightseekers Organized Play and the Visionary Program - Jacob Richards - 026Jacob joins me on episode 26 to discuss the intricacies of the Organized Play and Visionary Programs.
Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02018-04-1726 minNeed More BuffsExpanding the Community - RevTheRoadie - 025Lance comes back on the show to give us an update on his gaming group as well as a new project he's working on. This new project will be launching soon and will begin by featuring the Ancient Ignu deck we cover in this episode.
Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02018-04-1035 minNeed More BuffsScotland Regional Winner - JaegerNoon - 024In Episode 24 we get to discuss another Granite deck with the Scotland Regional champion, Jake (JaegerNoon).
Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02018-04-0331 minNeed More BuffsPAX South Finalist - FatalZeph - 023In Episode 23, we take a look at an Astral/Tech deck designed by Fatal Zeph. This deck is the successor of the Astral deck that got him to the finals at PAX South.
Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02018-03-2726 minNeed More BuffsBehind the Making of Mythical - Benny Peczek & Chris Long - 022Episode 22 marks the launch of Lightseekers Mythical, the first expansion to the Lightseekers TCG. The creators of the game (Benny & Chris) join me on the show again to discuss how this second Wave can into being and share some of their favorite cards.
Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02018-03-2054 minNeed More BuffsHype of Mythical Proportions - Prerelease Special - 021For this special episode I invited all my previous guests to share some of their thoughts on the upcoming release of Lightseekers Mythical. We discuss favorite Heroes, favorite cards, and overall impressions of the new set.
Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02018-03-1327 minNeed More BuffsDouble Dolo Decks - Venetic & BexRex - PAX South - 020Episode 20 features Jordan (Venetic) and Becca (BexRex) who played nearly identical Dolo the Mighty decks at PAX South.
Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02018-03-0628 minNeed More BuffsConstructed Tournament - Lifesabre & Bova - PAX South - 019In the second half of my PAX South discussion with Lifesabre and Bova we focus a bit more on the final day and the Constructed Tournament. We dive into Bova's Dolo deck as well as Mandy's Cassini deck.
Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02018-02-2744 minNeed More BuffsSealed Starter Tournament - Lifesabre & Bova - PAX South - 018In Episode 18 I bring back Lifesabre and Bova to talk about the Sealed Starter Tournament that took place at PAX South.
Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02018-02-2031 minNeed More BuffsPlayFusion CMO - Willie Wilkov - Tech/Mountain Deck - 017In Episode 17 we bring back Willie Wilkov to discuss a deck he built with his son. This is a Tech/Mountain deck featuring Zuna.
Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02018-02-1330 minNeed More BuffsLightseekers TCG Plans for 2018 - Willie Wilkov, CMO - 016It feels like we've been waiting forever, but the time has finally come. Willie joins the show to reveal what is in store for the Lightseekers TCG throughout 2018 and I think you're going to like it.
Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02018-02-0632 minNeed More BuffsPAX Unplugged Top 8 - SomeRandomGuy - Dread Deck - 015After nearly four months, we finally have a Dread deck to share with you. Steven Li (SomeRandomGuy) shows us what brought him success at PAX Unplugged last year.
Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02018-01-3037 minNeed More BuffsThe First Card Shop to Carry the Lightseekers TCG - WantonNerd - Storm/Tech Deck - 014Hear how the Lightseekers TCG is surviving and thriving in local hobby shops as WantonNerd joins us on the show. He will also share a Storm/Tech deck featuring Fish Singer Ushi.
Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02018-01-2335 minNeed More BuffsCrazy Cross-Orders - ChapJackman - Mountain/Storm/Tech Deck - 013In Episode 13 Jack shares a number of crazy cross-order combinations for you to consider.
Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02018-01-1644 minNeed More BuffsLightseekers Cosplay - Sparky Mularkey - Astral Deck - 012In Episode 12 I get to chat with SparkyMularkey about her Astral deck, but also about he cosplay work that she's bringing into the realm of Lightseekers.
Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02018-01-0930 minNeed More BuffsLightseekers TCG Terminology - Lifesabre - Bova - 011In this hour-long special, I hope to bring new and experienced TCG players closer together. With returning guests Mandy and Bova, we'll discuss common terminology found through TCGs and specifically Lightseekers.
Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02018-01-021h 07Need More BuffsStarting a Gaming Group - RevTheRoadie - Fish Singer Ushi Storm Deck - 010In addition to discussing a fabulous Fish Singer Ushi Storm deck, RevTheRoadie reveals how he goes about starting a Lightseekers TCG gaming group.
Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02017-12-2643 minNeed More BuffsOLL Season 0 Winner - Blank - Tech Deck - 009In Episode 9 we meet a deck that seriously needs more buffs. This is Blank's Tech deck that won Season 0 of the Online Lightseekers League.
Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02017-12-1926 minNeed More BuffsPAX Unplugged Top 8 - Lifesabre - Tech Deck - 008Episode 8 gives us a look at Mandy's Tech Deck featuring Impex the Insane.
Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02017-12-1234 minNeed More BuffsPAX Unplugged Winner - Bova - Astral Deck - 007In Episode 7 we discuss an Astral deck featuring Cassini that Bova used to win PAX Unplugged 2017.
Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02017-12-0531 minNeed More BuffsPAX Unplugged Winner - Dratylis - Nature/Tech Deck - 006In episode 6 we meet PAX Unplugged champion Chris Brummett (Dratylis). He runs a Nature/Tech Deck featuring Treanu.
Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02017-11-2832 minNeed More BuffsUndefeated Storm Deck - McKirk - 005In episode 5, another member of the Online Lightseekers League, Thomas (McKirk) brings us a Storm deck that has an impressive record.
Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02017-11-2129 minNeed More BuffsImpex Aggro Tech Deck - JaegerNoon - 004In episode 4 I bring on the first community member. Jake (JaegerNoon) shares an Aggro Tech deck he built featuring Impex the Insane.
Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02017-11-1431 minNeed More BuffsCassini Astral/Tech Cross-Order Deck Analysis - Benny Peczek - 003In the third episode of Need More Buffs, Benny walks us through our first cross-order deck. This is a cross between Astral and Tech featuring Cassini as the Hero.
Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02017-11-0535 minNeed More BuffsAncient Ignu Mountain Deck Analysis - Chris Long - 002The second episode of Need More Buffs is a continuation of the interview with the creators, Chris and Benny. We explore and analyze a Mountain deck list that Chris brought along.
Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02017-11-0317 minNeed More BuffsCreating the Lightseekers TCG - Chris Long - Benny Peczek - 001Welcome to the first episode of Need More Buffs, an unofficial Lightseekers TCG podcast. In this episode Matt interviews the creators of the trading card game, Chris & Benny, to find out how the game got its start and what is in store for the future.
Music: Video Game Hero by Antti Luode is licensed under CC BY 3.02017-11-0133 min