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ROSSCASTBears Stay Hot, Bulls Tip Off: Caleb’s Struggles & Latest Bulls Injury UpdatesThe Bears are rolling — four straight wins behind a revitalized run game and a lockdown defense. Caleb Williams wasn’t perfect, but Chicago’s trending in the right direction. Ross breaks down the win over the Saints, Dennis Allen’s revenge game, Jake Moody’s heroics, and what’s next against the Ravens.Then: Bulls season tips off this week. Injury updates on Coby White and Zach Collins, a deep dive into Ayo Dosunmu’s breakout preseason, and first reactions to the new powder-blue City Edition jerseys. Plus, what to expect from Matas Buzelis in Year 2 and how Billy Dono...
2025-10-2115 minROSSCASTCARDIAC BEARS BEAT RAIDERS: Secondary Steps Up + Caleb’s Resilience | Bulls Media Day | Cubs Playoffs PreviewThe Cardiac Bears strike again! Ross recaps the wild win over the Raiders — Caleb Williams battling through adversity, Rome Odunze making history, and the secondary locking down when it mattered most.Also on today’s episode:0:00 Intro0:27 Bears beat Raiders — Caleb Williams, Odunze, Swift, and the defense11:40 Bulls Media Day preview — Giddey’s contract, Coby White’s future, lineup questions19:00 Cubs Playoffs preview — Busch’s hot bat, Suzuki and PCA staying red hot22:13 Blackhawks preseason + a potential Chicago Sports EquinoxDon’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more Chicago sports tal...
2025-09-2923 minROSSCASTBears Beat Cowboys: Caleb Williams Breakout & Defense Steps Up | PLUS: Josh Giddey Contract & Bulls Training Camp PreviewThe Bears beat the Cowboys on Sunday — Caleb Williams looked like the guy, Ben Johnson notched his first win, and Soldier Field went crazy. The defense came up huge with turnovers, and now it feels like Chicago has some real momentum brewing.We also talk Bulls: Josh Giddey’s 4-year, $100M contract, the fit with Coby White, and what training camp means for the roster.Timestamps below 👇📺 Subscribe for more Bears & Bulls breakdowns🌐 Visit https://theswishtheory.com for more NBA & draft content🐦 Follow me: https://twitter.com/ChiSportsRoss🕒 Timestamps0:00 Bears are BACK
2025-09-2217 min
GameDev BreakdownAuthor and Designer Caleb J. RossCaleb J. Ross is a gaming content creator and the author of Suddenly I was a Shark!, an exploration of What Remains of Edith Finch as well as numerous novels, short stories, and non-fiction works. He's also the creator of Beta Break, an innovative card game for the rock climbing gym. In this episode we discussed life with all first names, the compulsive urge to try everything, failing comfortably, artistic perspective that shifts with age, and throwing up in a VR headset. Join us. Caleb and Todd each have books in the...
2025-08-1254 min
DrunkFriendEpisode 150 - Caleb J. Ross (Beta Break card game creator)Send us a textWe're joined by good friend and prolific creative, Caleb J. Ross, and learn all about his new card game for bouldering enthusiasts! Find out more at betabreakgame.com!Follow Caleb around the internet via linktr.eeSupport the show Find links for all things network related here: https://linktr.ee/polymedianetwork Find Travis on BlueSky Find Alex on BlueSky Send us an email drunkfriendpodcast@gmail.com Visit our...
2025-03-211h 13
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey2 hours (yes, 2 hours) of Cyclone talk with Caleb’s dad, Ross PolkingIt’s another special edition episode! After doing one back in January, Caleb’s dad, Ross, hops back on the pod. The two dive into a number of Iowa State topics and go down the rabbit hole that leads to a 2 hour episode. They talk about the current state of Cyclone athletics, give their best and worst memories as Iowa State fans, and cap off the show by giving their “Iowa State Mount Rushmore.” If you’re a Cyclone fan, you’ll laugh a little, cry a little, and feel all the emotions. Thanks for listening!
2024-05-242h 04The Rundown with Caleb and CaseySpecial edition episode with Caleb’s dad, Ross PolkingCaleb has his dad, Ross, on the pod who’s a long time Iowa State fan. The two talk Iowa State football as the team heads into the off-season. They then recap the start of the Big 12 slate for both Iowa State men’s and women’s basketball teams. To cap it off, Caleb does some Iowa State-centric Q&A with Ross.
2024-01-141h 22
Billionaires Are GoodCaleb is Still on a BoatOk look Dave and Caleb do not rename anything again. They're sorry! Caleb is on a damn boat and the whole world has exploded basically, but they'll be back on top of it in the new year. For now enjoy this short check-in where Caleb explains why boats suck we love you bye
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2023-12-2515 min
Striking OilEpisode 10: Connor McDavid Will Win the NHL's Art Ross TrophyWelcome to the Striking Oil Podcast! Come join me, a fan-turned-journalist giving analysis and opinions on the Edmonton Oilers.This week Caleb assesses the likelihood of Connor McDavid still winning the Art Ross Trophy, Vincent Desharnais’ case for more ice time & a few Columbus Blue Jackets who could be a fit for the Oilers.Visit the Edmonton Oilers team site to read Caleb's articles:www.thehockeynews.com/nhl/edmonton-oilersSubscribe to the Edmonton Oilers THN Substack: edmontonoilersthn.substack.comFollow me on...
2023-12-0423 minStriking OilEpisode 10: Connor McDavid Will Win the NHL's Art Ross TrophyWelcome to the Striking Oil Podcast! Come join me, a fan-turned-journalist giving analysis and opinions on the Edmonton Oilers.This week Caleb assesses the likelihood of Connor McDavid still winning the Art Ross Trophy, Vincent Desharnais’ case for more ice time & a few Columbus Blue Jackets who could be a fit for the Oilers.Visit the Edmonton Oilers team site to read Caleb's articles:www.thehockeynews.com/nhl/edmonton-oilersSubscribe to the Edmonton Oilers THN Substack: edmontonoilersthn.substack.comFollow me on...
2023-12-0423 min
POEcast: The Poe Studies Association PodcastEpisode 2 (with Kelly Ross)In our second episode, I talk to Kelly Ross, Associate Professor at Rider University, about Poe and her critical triangulation of slavery, surveillance, and detective fiction, as detailed in her recent book, Slavery, Surveillance, and Genre in Antebellum United States Literature (Oxford UP, 2023). Over the course of our conversation, we discuss the origins of her book (1:12); modes of detection (2:33); genre (9:02); the second chapter of her book, which comparatively analyzes The Narrative of Arthur Gordon Pym and Charles Ball’s Slavery in the United States (11:04); Poe’s Dupin stories (22:00); “Hop-Frog” (29:58); her advice to researchers and writers (32:20); connections between antebellum period and toda...
2023-11-1743 min
Club Conversations: A Marketing PodcastClubhouse Chats: Unleashing the Power of Motivation for Success with Brady RossWelcome to an inspiring episode of "Unleash Your Inner Drive: Unleashing the Power of Motivation for Success." Join us as we sit down with Brady Ross, a highly accomplished Certified Professional Coach and author of the transformative book "Seven Steps to Dominate Your Day and Crush Your Goals." With a remarkable background in Professional Services, Marketing Technology, and Legal Technology, Brady brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table.
Throughout the conversation, Brady shares his captivating journey, from his early days as a Youth Minister to his current role as a coach, Brady's diverse professional...
2023-07-1432 min
The Influencer's Edge Podcast with Speaker Paul RossCaleb Jones on Becoming a Sovereign CEO; Make Location Independent Income on Your Terms
The world isn’t what it used to be.
The United States, Canada, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and many other places have:
Grown too expensive with ridiculous prices on basic, everyday items, causing your cost of living to rise.
Have initiated massive increases in your taxes, lowering the money you work hard to make.
Embraced authoritarian rules, completely crushing many of the freedoms you had just a few years ago.
Enraged their populations to the point where most Westerners are bitter, angry, scared, and at each other’s throats, making people in your city or neighborhood unpl...
2023-05-3044 min
Leadership for Regular People9: Motivation in All Shapes and Sizes with Caleb RocheMotivation is dynamic. What motivates you today might not be what motivates you tomorrow. What motivates you is likely much different from what motivates me. Don't be ashamed if your motivation is different from someone else's. Figure out what motivates you (however unique it is) and use that information to your advantage.
Caleb works with companies to build lifelong customers through Data-Driven, Customer Focused Analytics & Defined Strategy & Execution. Learn more about Caleb on his website at https://www.crocheconsulting.com.
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2023-04-2733 min
IndieQuest - An Indie Game PodcastEpisode 54: Imposter Factory Review (with Caleb J. Ross)On this episode of everyone's favorite indie game podcast - IndieQuest. We sit down and review the 3rd entry in the To the Moon series (dubbed "Mooniverse" by us) "Imposter Factory." With author and all around great guy, Caleb J. Ross! (oh and he hosts Tales of the Lesser Medium which is also on the Polymedia Network, check it out where you find podcasts!)Don't worry about spoilers, they start at 47:34! Before that we have an in depth conversation about Freebird Game's stellar series with Caleb. It's a great discussion, and we hope you listen, play the...
2023-03-171h 37
Role Playing Public RadioEpisode 193: Designing Monsters for RPGs with Greg Stolze and Caleb StokesDesigning new monsters for your RPG is a time honored tradition for most GMs. I got Greg Stolze and Caleb Stokes to talk about their approaches to creating new creatures for games. Is the monster a metaphor or just a weird new enemy to fight? Get some tips on becoming Dr. Frankenstein for your next game!
News: Caleb is running Delta Green on Twitch on September 28 at 6 pm CST. Follow the Delta Green Twitch channel to get notified when the game goes live. It should be fun!
Greg started a Patreon for his fiction. Sign...
2022-09-191h 05Role Playing Public RadioGame Designer Workshop: Jeff Barber and Caleb Stokes on RPG Design and Publishing in the Post-Pandemic WorldLike so many other things, game design has changed in the post-pandemic world. Jeff Barber, author of Blue Planet, and Caleb Stokes, author of Red Markets, and I talk about work and the industry. Jeff’s been hard at work on Blue Planet: Recontact and Caleb talks more about Fae’s Anatomy and other projects he’s working on. We hit on everything from writing, art direction, to graphic design, and work/life balance.
Song: Cmon by 2Mello
2022-08-231h 15
The Technology Whisperers - A Technology and Innovation Podcast - brought to you by Servian07 - Technology Whisperers Caleb Buchanan and Interns journey episodeThis episode we get to talk with Caleb Buchanan about his journey from University into an internship and transitioning to a permanent position. We here what the experience was like and what pitfalls to avoid, and along the journey we get to hear about rock climbing and the challenges young technologists face. Caleb is a rising star at Servian with a penchant for infrastructure as code, devops and mlops.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/caleb-buchanan-454269181/
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https://www.wgtn.ac.nz/explore/postgraduate-programmes/master-of-artificial-intelligence/overview
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2022-04-1427 minThe Technology Whisperers - A Technology and Innovation Podcast - brought to you by Servian07 - Technology Whisperers Caleb Buchanan and Interns journey episodeThis episode we get to talk with Caleb Buchanan about his journey from University into an internship and transitioning to a permanent position. We here what the experience was like and what pitfalls to avoid, and along the journey we get to hear about rock climbing and the challenges young technologists face. Caleb is a rising star at Servian with a penchant for infrastructure as code, devops and mlops.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/caleb-buchanan-454269181/
https://www.summeroftech.co.nz/
https://www.wgtn.ac.nz/explore/postgraduate-programmes/master-of-artificial-intelligence/overview
https://www.s...
2022-04-1427 min
Night Clerk Radio: Haunted Music ReviewsCryo Chamber’s Dagon with CalebSupport Night Clerk Radio on Patreon It’s that time of year again. Dagon, the latest Lovecraft-inspired Cryo Chamber Collaboration, is out. Over twenty artists came together to produce this evocative and cinematic double album that perfectly captures the oceanic horror of the source material and invites the listener to sink deeper and deeper into its world. Our friend Caleb joins us to chat about this auditory journey. Music SampledDagon by Cryo Chamber Collaboration on BandcampDagon by Cryo Chamber Collaboration on YouTube Support Caleb!Delta Green: De...
2022-01-1734 min
Send It MateSpecial Guest - Ross from High CaliberWe had great fun recording this episode with Ross and along the way managed to get an insight into hunting in the UK, hunting with hounds, as well learning how High Caliber came into existence. Ross outlines some new products on the horizon so make sure you listen right through to the end. Enjoy!Send Us a Message Check out www.highcaliber.com.au for all your rifle cleaning and protection needs. Be sure to use the code "senditmate" for 10% discount at checkout.Support the showHelp keep...
2021-11-071h 25Role Playing Public RadioGame Designer Workshop: Caleb Stokes on Fae’s AnatomyCaleb and I sat down to talk about his new project, Fae’s Anatomy. It parodies the stories found in procedural medical dramas. Think General Hospital, Grey’s Anatomy, M.A.S.H, or House. Only insane, because who needs realism? It mixes over the top melodrama role playing with cooperative puzzle solving. Caleb talks about the design process, preparing it for Kickstarter, and using online tools like Discord for development and community management.
It’s currently on Kickstarter so check it out now.
Song: Pain Management by Zephyr Medical Group
2021-05-2841 min
Rock & RoastBehind the Scenes of a Roadie with PM/FOH Engineer Ross TouchetteOn this episode of Rock & Roast, Ben and Caleb talk with audio engineer/Production manager, Ross Touchette. They discuss being thrown into the fire, working well with people, sleeping on a bus, being a musician, impressing the right people, departmental feuds, and a little gear talk. Once they shift into the coffee talk, they talk about finding coffee places on the road, process at a first shop, making cold brew, favorite coffees, and giving our stamps of approval. Ross is a musician, audio engineer, production manager, and wanna be jack of all trades. He got his start doing installs an...
2020-11-251h 40Billionaires Are GoodOnce a Month Dave Interviews CalebDave and Caleb think their podcast is called Once A Month Dave Interviews Caleb, but it turns out they’re wrong.
2020-11-111h 00
Night Clerk Radio: Haunted Music ReviewsSwimming In Lake Hali: Hastur with Caleb StokesWe sit down with Caleb Stokes to discuss Cryo Chamber's 2019 release "Hastur," part of their Lovecraft Collection. This massive double album is a collaborative effort by over 20 artists who worked together to create its unique blend of sounds and textures. The result is a two and a half hour journey through an immense variety of genres and soundscapes. Grab your drink ticket and join us for a listen!Album Discussed------------------Hastur by Cryo ChamberWhere to Find Caleb--------------------Caleb on TwitterThe Mixed Six PodcastThe Mixed...
2020-07-0630 min
The 13:15 PodcastExamining the Universe with Hugh Ross - Ep. 025The Big Bang is the greatest new for the Christian because we know who "banged it." With this in mind, Caleb sits down with astronomer Hugh Ross to talk about the creation of the universe and what that means to Christians today.
2019-03-0134 min
Masters of Unlocking: A Video Game PodcastThe Pinkertons vs. The First Amendment – Episode 031<p>Trademark vs. First Amendment: The real-life Pinkertons sue over Red Dead Redemption 2. Could the suit have implications for YouTubers & streamers?</p>
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2019-01-2200 min
AntiheroEpisode 3: Ross Ulbricht - The Silk RoadIn 2011, a 27 year old Ross Ulbricht created the Silk Road, a website on the dark web that allowed buyers and sellers to access the site and make transactions anonymously. From 2011 to 2013, over 1.2 million transactions occurred, generating over 9.5 million Bitcoins. Most of the transactions involved illegal drugs.In 2015 Ross was given a life sentence in federal prison for creating and operating the Silk Road. Many people contend that the sentence was overly harsh based on his lack of prior criminal history. There are also people that believe Ross wasn’t guilty of anything at all. He created a pl...
2019-01-1823 minMasters of Unlocking: A Video Game PodcastThe Good, The Bad, & The Ugly From 2018 – Episode 030<p>We take a look back at the year that was 2018 in Video Games - critical hits, critical fumbles, guilty pleasures, and more. </p>
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2019-01-1500 minMasters of Unlocking: A Video Game PodcastFallout 76, Red Dead Redemption 2, & Are Loot Boxes Gambling? – Episode 029<p>After a lengthy hiatus following the close of Season One, Masters of Unlocking returns! In this episode, we explore potential legal problems for Fallout 76, initial thoughts on Red Dead Redemption 2, ask the question “Are Loot Boxes gambling?” and more… Show Notes Epic Set List: Discussion of what games we’ve been playing recently & […]</p>
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2018-12-0400 minMasters of Unlocking: A Video Game PodcastA Video Game History of Chicago, Recorded LIVE! – Episode 026<p>LIVE from Chicago, it’s Masters of Unlocking’s first anniversary episode! This episode was recorded in front of a live audience at the first-annual Cartridge Club Con (C3) in Chicago, Illinois. We delve into Chicago’s rich history in gaming, including developers based here, games set here, and historic gaming events that occurred here. Show Notes Epic […]</p>
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2018-08-0400 min
Masters of Unlocking: A Video Game PodcastA Video Game History of Chicago, Recorded LIVE! – Episode 026LIVE from Chicago, it’s Masters of Unlocking’s first anniversary episode! This episode was recorded in front of a live audience at the first-annual Cartridge Club Con (C3) in Chicago, Illinois. We delve into Chicago’s rich history in gaming, including developers based here, games set here, and historic gaming events that occurred here.
Show Notes
* Epic Set List:
* Discussion of what games we’ve been playing recently & our spoiler-free thoughts
* Octopath Traveler (Nintendo Switch)
* Steamworld Dig 2 (Nintendo Switch)
* Sunset Riders (SNES)
* Zombies Ate My Neighbors (SNES)
* Looney Tun...
2018-08-0448 min
Masters of Unlocking: A Video Game PodcastMicrotransactions, Sex Disorder, & Gaming Corpses – Episode 025We dive into a slew of gaming stories – Microtransactions, Google’s rumored console, gaming corpses, Nathan Fillion, ESPN & Overwatch , controller mods, Neo-Nazi scum, sex disorder, Fallout: New California, and more! Plus we preview the Cartridge Club’s upcoming Chicago meetup!
Show Notes
* Epic Set List:
* Discussion of what games we’ve been playing recently & our spoiler-free thoughts
* Pillars of Eternity
* Horizon Zero Dawn
* A Profound Waste of Time (magazine)
* Pickups:
* We discuss our recent gaming-related pickups and scores
* W...
2018-07-271h 35Masters of Unlocking: A Video Game PodcastMicrotransactions, Sex Disorder, & Gaming Corpses – Episode 025<p>We dive into a slew of gaming stories – Microtransactions, Google’s rumored console, gaming corpses, Nathan Fillion, ESPN & Overwatch , controller mods, Neo-Nazi scum, sex disorder, Fallout: New California, and more! Plus we preview the Cartridge Club’s upcoming Chicago meetup! Show Notes Epic Set List: Discussion of what games we’ve been playing recently & […]</p>
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2018-07-2700 minMasters of Unlocking: A Video Game PodcastCould Toys R Us Return From the Grave? – Episode 024<p>By now everyone knows that Toys R Us is officially dead… but could it be rising from the dead with zombie-like ferocity? We discuss the juicy rumors of TRU’s potential return, the WHO’s creation of Gaming Disorder, a new Nielsen report on the gaming industry, and more! Show Notes Epic Set List: Discussion of what […]</p>
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2018-07-0500 minMasters of Unlocking: A Video Game PodcastDrinking & Knowing Things: E3 2018 Thoughts – Episode 023<p>E3 2018 is officially in the books! We give a run down of the presentations from Sony, Nintendo, Microsoft, Bethesda, CD Projekt Red, and Ubisoft and discuss our thoughts. E3 Show Notes Epic Set List: Discussion of what games we’ve been playing recently & our spoiler-free thoughts Pillars of Eternity Bioshock Axiom Verge Recent Pickups […]</p>
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2018-06-2000 minMasters of Unlocking: A Video Game PodcastE3 2018 is Here… What’s on YOUR Wishlist? – Episode 022<p>We get ready for next week’s Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) by taking a look at what has been announced/leaked thus far and what things we’d love to see. We also talk Best Buy, eSports, Let’s Plays, Fallout mods, and more! Show Notes Epic Set List: Discussion of what games we’ve been playing recently & our […]</p>
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2018-06-0800 minMasters of Unlocking: A Video Game PodcastCan the All-Digital Future of Gaming Have a Used Market? – Episode 021<p>If gaming has an all-digital future, then digital re-selling will have to be a thing. Robot Cache, a new startup from the founder of Interplay and InXile launches with an eye on tackling re-selling of digital content. Show Notes Epic Set List: Discussion of what games we’ve been playing recently & our spoiler-free thoughts God […]</p>
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2018-05-2500 min
Masters of Unlocking: A Video Game PodcastCan the All-Digital Future of Gaming Have a Used Market? – Episode 021If gaming has an all-digital future, then digital re-selling will have to be a thing. Robot Cache, a new startup from the founder of Interplay and InXile launches with an eye on tackling re-selling of digital content.
Show Notes
* Epic Set List:
* Discussion of what games we’ve been playing recently & our spoiler-free thoughts
* God of War
* Night in the Woods
* A Way Out
* Pickups:
* Caleb contemplates God of War
* Collector Tips: Tracking & Managing Your Collection
2018-05-251h 48
Masters of Unlocking: A Video Game PodcastWho Had a Better 2017, Sony or Nintendo? – Episode 020Sony & Nintendo recently released their 2017 fiscal year earnings reports – spoiler: they both did pretty damned well! We dive into the results and ask what’s next?
Show Notes
* Epic Set List:
* Discussion of what games we’ve been playing recently & our spoiler-free thoughts
* Okami HD
* Pickups:
* Scott buys ~900 OG Xbox games and a bunch of sealed Lynx games
* Caleb buys Nintendo Labo and gives his thoughts
* What’s News:
* Fortnite Scholarships: coming to a university near you...
2018-05-151h 44Masters of Unlocking: A Video Game PodcastWho Had a Better 2017, Sony or Nintendo? – Episode 020<p>Sony & Nintendo recently released their 2017 fiscal year earnings reports – spoiler: they both did pretty damned well! We dive into the results and ask what’s next? Show Notes Epic Set List: Discussion of what games we’ve been playing recently & our spoiler-free thoughts Okami HD Pickups: Scott buys ~900 OG Xbox games and […]</p>
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2018-05-1500 minMasters of Unlocking: A Video Game PodcastSnowed-In at Midwest Gaming Classic 2018 – Episode 019<p>Last weekend, Milwaukee Wisconsin played host to the annual Midwest Gaming Classic… and the worst April Blizzard in history. We discuss the convention, it’s panels, personalities, vendors, and more. Show Notes Epic Set List: Discussion of what games we’ve been playing recently & our spoiler-free thoughts Okami HD Subsurface Circular Collecting Tools of the Trade […]</p>
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2018-04-2500 minMasters of Unlocking: A Video Game PodcastExploring the World Video Game Hall of Fame – Episode 018<p>With the World Video Game Hall of Fame set to induct its 2018 class, we take a look at the mark each of the current Hall of Fame members made on the industry. Then, we examine the 2018 nominees and reveal our Hall of Fame Ballots. Show Notes Gaming Archaeology: Caleb J. Ross (@CalebJRoss) and […]</p>
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2018-04-0600 min
Masters of Unlocking: A Video Game PodcastExploring the World Video Game Hall of Fame – Episode 018With the World Video Game Hall of Fame set to induct its 2018 class, we take a look at the mark each of the current Hall of Fame members made on the industry. Then, we examine the 2018 nominees and reveal our Hall of Fame Ballots.
Show Notes
* Gaming Archaeology:
* Caleb J. Ross (@CalebJRoss) and VGCollectaholic (@VGCollectaholic) recap their recent game pickups
* Epic Set List:
* Discussion of what games we’ve been playing recently & our spoiler-free thoughts
* What Remains of Edith Finch
* The Stanley Parable
* Okami HD
2018-04-061h 50Masters of Unlocking: A Video Game PodcastA Conversation With Giant Sparrow’s Ian Dallas – Episode 017<p>We sit down for a conversation with Giant Sparrow’s Ian Dallas – creative director of the 2017 hit What Remains of Edith Finch and 2014’s The Unfinished Swan. This episode of Masters of Unlocking follows a bit of a different structure than our normal episodes – we kick things off with our interview with Ian […]</p>
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2018-03-2000 min
Masters of Unlocking: A Video Game PodcastA Conversation With Giant Sparrow’s Ian Dallas – Episode 017We sit down for a conversation with Giant Sparrow’s Ian Dallas – creative director of the 2017 hit What Remains of Edith Finch and 2014’s The Unfinished Swan. This episode of Masters of Unlocking follows a bit of a different structure than our normal episodes – we kick things off with our interview with Ian and, afterwards, Caleb & Scott dive into an in-depth discussion of our thoughts about the interview and the game itself.
WARNING – the interview and following discussion contain SPOILERS about the game.
Show Notes
* A Conversation with “What Remains of Edith Finch” creative director Ian Dallas
2018-03-201h 34
Podcasts Archives » Video Games are RealAre Video Games Better Without Stories? – Masters of Unlocking Podcast Episode 016[powerpress] Author & professor Ian Bogost theorized that video games, as a medium, are poor conduits for storytelling and that games are better without stories. Do Caleb & Scott agree? Show Notes Gaming Archaeology: Caleb J. Ross (@CalebJRoss) and VGCollectaholic (@VGCollectaholic) recap their recent game pickups Epic Set List: Discussion of what games we’ve been […]
2018-03-0800 minMasters of Unlocking: A Video Game PodcastAre Video Games Better Without Stories? – Episode 016<p>Author & professor Ian Bogost theorized that video games, as a medium, are poor conduits for storytelling and that games are better without stories. Do Caleb & Scott agree? Show Notes Gaming Archaeology: Caleb J. Ross (@CalebJRoss) and VGCollectaholic (@VGCollectaholic) recap their recent game pickups Epic Set List: Discussion of what games we’ve been playing […]</p>
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2018-03-0600 min
Masters of Unlocking: A Video Game PodcastAre Video Games Better Without Stories? – Episode 016Author & professor Ian Bogost theorized that video games, as a medium, are poor conduits for storytelling and that games are better without stories. Do Caleb & Scott agree?
Show Notes
* Gaming Archaeology:
* Caleb J. Ross (@CalebJRoss) and VGCollectaholic (@VGCollectaholic) recap their recent game pickups
* Epic Set List:
* Discussion of what games we’ve been playing recently & our spoiler-free thoughts
* What’s News:
* ESRB unveils its new “In-Game Purchases” label – is it a half-measure?
* Playstation Plus dropping PS3 and Vita from monthly free video...
2018-03-061h 13Masters of Unlocking: A Video Game PodcastWhat Do Gamers Think About Gaming in 2018? – Episode 015<p>Caleb & Scott dive into a new report by social site Qutee about what video gamers think about gaming in 2018. They examine the results of the report and ask whether it actually tells us anything scientific about gamers or the game industry. Show Notes Gaming Archaeology: Caleb and VGCollectaholic recap their recent game pickups […]</p>
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2018-02-2300 min
Masters of Unlocking: A Video Game PodcastWhat Do Gamers Think About Gaming in 2018? – Episode 015Caleb & Scott dive into a new report by social site Qutee about what video gamers think about gaming in 2018. They examine the results of the report and ask whether it actually tells us anything scientific about gamers or the game industry.
Show Notes
* Gaming Archaeology:
* Caleb and VGCollectaholic recap their recent game pickups
* Epic Set List:
* Discussion of what we’ve been playing recently & our spoiler-free thoughts
* What’s News:
* Google rumored to be creating a new game console?
* Hawaii intro...
2018-02-231h 57Masters of Unlocking: A Video Game PodcastWhich Game Publisher SHOULD Microsoft Acquire? – Episode 014<p>The rumor mill is running wild about Microsoft buying EA, Valve, or PUBG. We look at why those don’t make sense and propose three new contenders for who we think House Xbox SHOULD acquire. Show Notes Epic Set List: Discussion of what we’ve been playing recently & our spoiler-free thoughts What’s News: Toys R Us […]</p>
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2018-02-0600 min
Masters of Unlocking: A Video Game PodcastOverwatch League & Twitch; YouTube Demonetization – Episode 013No shortage of news this week as we discuss the Overwatch League debut, CES video game announcements, Nintendo unveiling cardboard Legos, and a business look at the YouTube demonetization drama.
Show Notes
* Gaming Archaeology:
* Caleb and VGCollectaholic recap their recent game pickups
* Epic Set List:
* Discussion of what we’ve been playing recently & our spoiler-free thoughts
* What’s News:
* Twitch paid Blizzard $90M for the rights to the Overwatch League; is that an insane price?
* You probably love video games… but ca...
2018-01-231h 41Masters of Unlocking: A Video Game PodcastOverwatch League & Twitch; YouTube Demonetization – Episode 013<p>No shortage of news this week as we discuss the Overwatch League debut, CES video game announcements, Nintendo unveiling cardboard Legos, and a business look at the YouTube demonetization drama. Show Notes Gaming Archaeology: Caleb and VGCollectaholic recap their recent game pickups Epic Set List: Discussion of what we’ve been playing recently & our spoiler-free […]</p>
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2018-01-2300 minMasters of Unlocking: A Video Game PodcastVideo Gaming’s Rich Legacy at CES – Episode 012<p>This week the global electronics industry descends on Las Vegas for the annual Consumer Electronics Show (CES). These days, the show is dominated by televisions, the Internet of Things, and 5G smart toasters, but it wasn’t always so… in this episode of Masters of Unlocking, we take a look back at the rich history of […]</p>
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2018-01-0900 min
Masters of Unlocking: A Video Game PodcastVideo Gaming’s Rich Legacy at CES – Episode 012This week the global electronics industry descends on Las Vegas for the annual Consumer Electronics Show (CES). These days, the show is dominated by televisions, the Internet of Things, and 5G smart toasters, but it wasn’t always so… in this episode of Masters of Unlocking, we take a look back at the rich history of video gaming at CES.
Show Notes
* Gaming Archaeology:
* Caleb and VGCollectaholic recap their recent game pickups
* VGCollectaholic adds a new complete game set to his collection
* Epic Set List:
* Discussion of what...
2018-01-091h 51Masters of Unlocking: A Video Game PodcastHappy 30th Birthday Final Fantasy – Episode 011<p>It’s that time of year – Christmas, Hanukkah, New Years, and Final Fantasy’s birthday. Want to feel old? The Final Fantasy franchise turns 30 years old this month. We discuss some of our memories from the landmark franchise. Show Notes Gaming Archaeology: Caleb and VGCollectaholic recap their recent game pickups, including Soedesco indy games and […]</p>
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2017-12-2500 min
Masters of Unlocking: A Video Game PodcastHappy 30th Birthday Final Fantasy – Episode 011It’s that time of year – Christmas, Hanukkah, New Years, and Final Fantasy’s birthday. Want to feel old? The Final Fantasy franchise turns 30 years old this month. We discuss some of our memories from the landmark franchise.
Show Notes
* Gaming Archaeology:
* Caleb and VGCollectaholic recap their recent game pickups, including Soedesco indy games and Playstation VR rarities.
* Epic Set List:
* Discussion of what we’ve been playing recently & our spoiler-free thoughts
* Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim for Nintendo Switch
* Geometry Wars Evolved
* Playstation VR fun with f...
2017-12-251h 07Masters of Unlocking: A Video Game PodcastCouch Co-Op Holiday Family Fun- Episode 010<p>Take a timeout from your crazy family conversations this holiday season and gather ’round for some great family-friendly couch co-op games! We list our recommendations for best local multiplayer games to play with gamers and non-gamers. Show Notes Gaming Archaeology: Caleb and VGCollectaholic recap their recent game pickups, including a Neo Geo AES system, flash […]</p>
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2017-12-1300 min
Masters of Unlocking: A Video Game PodcastCouch Co-Op Holiday Family Fun- Episode 010Take a timeout from your crazy family conversations this holiday season and gather ’round for some great family-friendly couch co-op games! We list our recommendations for best local multiplayer games to play with gamers and non-gamers.
Show Notes
* Gaming Archaeology:
* Caleb and VGCollectaholic recap their recent game pickups, including a Neo Geo AES system, flash carts, improved Switch Pro Controller, and more.
* Epic Set List:
* Discussion of what we’ve been playing recently & our spoiler-free thoughts
* South Park: Fractured But Whole, Rime, Ittle Dew 2+, & more.
...
2017-12-131h 30Masters of Unlocking: A Video Game PodcastAnd the BEST Games of 2017 Are… – Episode 009<p>We compare the Power Pak and Everdrive N8 Nintendo flash carts, discuss a slew of microtransaction-related news, and then dive into our thoughts on the 2017 Game Awards! Show Notes FREE GAME Contest Announcement Win a free game, details here: Want a chance to win a FREE video game and help out a new gaming […]</p>
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2017-11-2800 min
Masters of Unlocking: A Video Game PodcastAnd the BEST Games of 2017 Are… – Episode 009We compare the Power Pak and Everdrive N8 Nintendo flash carts, discuss a slew of microtransaction-related news, and then dive into our thoughts on the 2017 Game Awards!
Show Notes
* FREE GAME Contest Announcement
* Win a free game, details here:
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Follow us, RT this post, & leave us a review on iTunes for a chance to WIN your choice of #FireEmblemWarriors, #SamusReturns, #FinalFantasyXII, or #GearsofWar!
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2017-11-281h 31
Masters of Unlocking: A Video Game PodcastXbox’s 16th Birthday & Black Friday Prepping – Episode 008We wish the Microsoft Xbox a happy 16th birthday and prepare you for Black Friday 2018 with a discussion of video game deals and strategic tips for scoring your epic Black Friday loot.
Show Notes
* Gaming Archaeology:
* Caleb and Scott recap their recent game pickups, including Xbox One X and a Neo Geo Pocket Color flash cart!
* Epic Set List:
* Discussion of what we’ve been playing recently & our spoiler-free thoughts
* Super Mario Odyssey, Assassin’s Creed Origins, Wolfenstein II
* What’s News:
...
2017-11-141h 24Masters of Unlocking: A Video Game PodcastXbox’s 16th Birthday & Black Friday Prepping – Episode 008<p>We wish the Microsoft Xbox a happy 16th birthday and prepare you for Black Friday 2018 with a discussion of video game deals and strategic tips for scoring your epic Black Friday loot. Show Notes Gaming Archaeology: Caleb and Scott recap their recent game pickups, including Xbox One X and a Neo Geo Pocket Color […]</p>
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2017-11-1400 min
Masters of Unlocking: A Video Game PodcastNintendo Switch’s First Holiday Season – Episode 007Caleb J. Ross & VGCollectaholic explore what’s in store for the Nintendo Switch in its inaugural holiday season as more physical games begin to arrive.
Show Notes
* Gaming Archaeology:
* Caleb and Scott recap their recent game pickups, including this weekend’s gaming barrage of Mario, Wolfenstein, & Assassin’s Creed
* Caleb starts a new collection & starts a gaming book club
* Epic Set List:
* Discussion of what we’ve been playing recently, including South Park: The Fractured But Whole, Kholat, & more
* What’s News:
Analouge announces FPGA-based...
2017-10-301h 29Masters of Unlocking: A Video Game PodcastNintendo Switch’s First Holiday Season – Episode 007<p>Caleb J. Ross & VGCollectaholic explore what’s in store for the Nintendo Switch in its inaugural holiday season as more physical games begin to arrive. Show Notes Gaming Archaeology: Caleb and Scott recap their recent game pickups, including this weekend’s gaming barrage of Mario, Wolfenstein, & Assassin’s Creed Caleb starts a new collection & starts […]</p>
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2017-10-3000 min
Masters of Unlocking: A Video Game PodcastMemorable Spooky Games – Episode 006Happy Halloween everyone! This week we get into the spookiness of the season by discussing horror games, sub-categories of horror games, and some of our favorite spooky game experiences.
Show Notes
* Gaming Archaeology – Caleb and Scott recap their recent game pickups… Caleb discusses his crazy childhood collections… like this one:
* Epic Set List – Discussion of what we’ve been playing recently, including more Ys VIII, Golf Story, Virginia, and Mario Kart 8
* What’s News:
Bethesda embraces anti-Nazi stance: That’s ‘what Wolfenstein represents’
What happens to your Steam account when you die?
The Comp...
2017-10-191h 32Masters of Unlocking: A Video Game PodcastMemorable Spooky Games – Episode 006<p>Happy Halloween everyone! This week we get into the spookiness of the season by discussing horror games, sub-categories of horror games, and some of our favorite spooky game experiences. Show Notes Gaming Archaeology – Caleb and Scott recap their recent game pickups… Caleb discusses his crazy childhood collections… like this one: Epic Set List – […]</p>
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2017-10-1900 min
Masters of Unlocking: A Video Game PodcastReplacement Longbox Cases & The Ship of Theseus – Episode 005The SNES Classic launched this weekend – maybe you’ve heard about that. Bethesda unveils their new Creation Club. And out hosts ponder what the prospect of Limited Run Games’ producing replacement longbox cases for Sega Saturn, Sega CD, and Sony Playstation games means – is a replacement case different than a replacement cart label?
Show Notes
* Gaming Archaeology – Caleb and Scott recap their recent game pickups, Scott dives into collecting for Sega Master System and picks up some hilarious Japanese games… Caleb wonders if this is one of them:
* Epic Set List – Discussion of what we’ve been playing re...
2017-10-021h 17
Masters of Unlocking: A Video Game PodcastPewDiePie, Fair Use, & The Future of Streaming – Episode 004Caleb & Scott discuss their key takeaways from the Nintendo Direct announcements, dive into their post-play-through thoughts on NieR: Automata, and delve into PewDiePie’s most recent faux pas and how it could lead to major legal ramifications for the future of game streaming.
Show Notes
* Gaming Archaeology – Caleb and Scott recap their recent game pickups.
* Epic Set List – Discussion of what we’ve been playing recently
* NieR: Automata In-Depth Discussion (Spoiler-Free)
* Nintendo Direct
* Major Announcements and Key Takeaways
* PewDiePie: Copyright, Fair Use, & the Future of Game Streaming
2017-09-191h 14Masters of Unlocking: A Video Game PodcastPewDiePie, Fair Use, & The Future of Streaming – Episode 004<p>Caleb & Scott discuss their key takeaways from the Nintendo Direct announcements, dive into their post-play-through thoughts on NieR: Automata, and delve into PewDiePie’s most recent faux pas and how it could lead to major legal ramifications for the future of game streaming. Show Notes Gaming Archaeology – Caleb and Scott recap their recent game […]</p>
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2017-09-1900 minMasters of Unlocking: A Video Game PodcastDo Post-Launch Video Game Pivots Work? – Episode 003<p>Several games have recently released or announced major updates that overhaul the original game. Caleb J. Ross & VGCollectaholic ask – Can video games like No Man’s Sky and Yooka-Laylee truly ever get a second chance to erase a bad first impression? Show Notes Gaming Archaeology – Caleb and Scott recap their recent game pickups. […]</p>
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2017-09-0400 min
Masters of Unlocking: A Video Game PodcastDo Post-Launch Video Game Pivots Work? – Episode 003Several games have recently released or announced major updates that overhaul the original game. Caleb J. Ross & VGCollectaholic ask – Can video games like No Man’s Sky and Yooka-Laylee truly ever get a second chance to erase a bad first impression?
Show Notes
* Gaming Archaeology – Caleb and Scott recap their recent game pickups.
* Epic Set List – Discussion of what we’ve been playing recently
* Main Event – Post Launch Game Pivots
* Yooka-Laylee Backpedals on its Pure Retro Experience
* Major No Man’s Sky Update… too little too late?
* Eve: Valkyrie Adds Non-VR Functionality… is...
2017-09-041h 09Masters of Unlocking: A Video Game PodcastViolent Video Games & The Brain – Episode 002<p>In the wake of Limited Run Games’ release of the 25th Anniversary remaster of Night Trap, Caleb and Scott dive into the science behind violent video games and their effect, or lack thereof, on the brain. Show Notes Gaming Archaeology – Caleb and Scott recap their recent game pickups. Epic Set List – What have […]</p>
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2017-08-2200 min
Masters of Unlocking: A Video Game PodcastViolent Video Games & The Brain – Episode 002In the wake of Limited Run Games’ release of the 25th Anniversary remaster of Night Trap, Caleb and Scott dive into the science behind violent video games and their effect, or lack thereof, on the brain.
Show Notes
* Gaming Archaeology – Caleb and Scott recap their recent game pickups.
* Epic Set List – What have we been playing recently?
* Current Event Commentary
* Metroid: Samus Returns Gets a New Nintendo 3DS XL (but no copy of the game!)
* Is the Nintendo Switch a Replacement for the 3DS?
* Shenmue 3 Gets a Publisher
* Nintendo 2017 World Champi...
2017-08-221h 06Masters of Unlocking: A Video Game PodcastVideo Games Are Like Children – Episode 001<p>A new video game podcast is born, with your hosts Caleb J. Ross (@CalebJRoss) and Scott the Video Game Collectaholic (@VGCollectaholic). Show Notes Gaming Archaeology – Caleb & Scott discuss their recent video game pick-ups Epic Set List – What have we been playing? Current Event Discussions Wolfenstein 2 announces three DLC packs 3 months […]</p>
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2017-08-0700 min
Masters of Unlocking: A Video Game PodcastVideo Games Are Like Children – Episode 001A new video game podcast is born, with your hosts Caleb J. Ross (@CalebJRoss) and Scott the Video Game Collectaholic (@VGCollectaholic).
Show Notes
* Gaming Archaeology – Caleb & Scott discuss their recent video game pick-ups
* Epic Set List – What have we been playing?
* Current Event Discussions
* Wolfenstein 2 announces three DLC packs 3 months ahead of the game’s release
* New Order/Old Blood combo and $10 rebate for $30US
* Doc, write me a prescription for Wolfenstein II
* Walmart cancels all SNES Classic preorders
* “Pong to Pokémon: The Evolution of Electronic Gaming”
* No more fir...
2017-08-071h 06Role Playing Public RadioGDW: The Mixed Six – Episode 1Welcome! Spencer, Caleb, and Producer Ross are trying something new. On The Mixed Six, we drink six beers and have six conversations. It’s a variety show that slurs its speech, and we’d love to get some feedback on it.
Beer 1: Professional Drinking with Mother’s Brewing Company’s Imperial Three Blind Mice. Spence and Caleb talk about how this is all a tax dodge for their alcoholism.
Beer 2: Dissecting Our Fun with the Green Flash’s Passionfruit Kicker. We geek out about the game Potion Explosion and the rarity of perfect information games
Beer 3: Armchair Director with Deshu...
2016-12-051h 24
Important Question? PodcastWould you euthanize your mother?End-of-life conversations can be difficult, so let the Important Question? Podcast jump-start the awkward scenario by asking if we would euthanize our own mothers.
We understand that some of you out there have probably been forced to make this decision. For those people, might I recommend you skip this episode? In typical Important Question? Podcast manner, we don’t take the topic too seriously.
But if you do skip this episode, you’ll miss out on actual phone calls with Caleb’s and Gordon’s mother!
2015-08-2520 minImportant Question? PodcastWould you rather be on the ascent or decline?Is the view better through your windshield or your mirrors? This week Gordon and Caleb pit potential against nostalgia.
2015-07-2118 minImportant Question? PodcastWould you donate your taste buds for lifetime immunity?The only thing better than a simple glazed donut is the ability to taste it. Well, that’s not true. Take away the taste and you’re left searching for some kind of utilitarian purpose–maybe you can fill the hole of the donut with paperclips or use it to frame your favorite Jim Varney headshot. The fact is food is often inextricably linked with taste. So what if you had the chance to trade your sense of taste for say a lifetime of immunity? Would you do it?
Today on Important Question? Caleb and Gordon Highland play t...
2015-05-2614 minImportant Question? PodcastWould you end a relationship with a suicidal person?What is suicide but just a theatrical way of telling those around you that you’d rather not see them anymore? Well, it’s a lot of things more than that. It’s sad. It’s painful. It’s emotional. It’s final. But is it also, as Gordon and Caleb ask, a reason to end a relationship?
If you have suicidal thoughts, please get help. Follow this link for some helpful resources: http://www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org
2015-05-1915 minImportant Question? PodcastWould you get a sex change?Though sex change operations are becoming more affordable and less socially stigmatizing, perhaps most recently as evidenced by Bruce Jenner’s recent interview regarding his/her experiences, we still have a long way to go as a culture toward fully embracing the transgender/transsexual person. Gordon and Caleb attempt to unpackage the concept of de-packaging ourselves in this awkward episode of Important Question? Podcast where we ask would you get a sex change?
2015-05-1219 minImportant Question? PodcastWould you jump off a bridge if all your friends were doing it?Imagine yourself, alone with a small group of your closest friends, at the center of a suspension bridge looking hundreds of feet down into the ravine below. One by one your friends jump. No parachute. No bungie cord. No apparent reason. But you are there. You did walk to the center. These are your friends. So, after everyone else has jumped, would you?
Today on Important Question? Caleb J. Ross and Gordon Highland ask the stereotypical mother question, if all your friends jumped off a bridge, would you?
2015-02-1718 min
Important Question? PodcastWould you jump off a bridge if all your friends were doing it?Imagine yourself, alone with a small group of your closest friends, at the center of a suspension bridge looking hundreds of feet down into the ravine below. One by one your friends jump. No parachute. No bungie cord. No apparent reason. But you are there. You did walk to the center. These are your friends. So, after everyone else has jumped, would you?
Today on Important Question? Caleb J. Ross and Gordon Highland ask the stereotypical mother question, if all your friends jumped off a bridge, would you?
What about you? Would you jump off a bridge if all your...
2015-02-1718 minImportant Question? PodcastWould you live in a nudist colony?Oh, the allure of flesh, of thick folds of burbling, cellulicious, pocked pockets of wonder. Or so that’s what Gordon may think of when he imagines a nudist colony. Caleb is a bit more open minded, in that to him the preceding sentence would be said without sarcasm. Nudity is a wonderful thing. And that’s what our boys, Caleb J. Ross and Gordon Highland discuss during today’s episode of the Important Question? Podcast.
2015-02-0316 min
Important Question? PodcastWould you live in a nudist colony?Oh, the allure of flesh, of thick folds of burbling, cellulicious, pocked pockets of wonder. Or so that's what Gordon may think of when he imagines a nudist colony. Caleb is a bit more open minded, in that to him the preceding sentence would be said without sarcasm. Nudity is a wonderful thing. And that's what our boys, Caleb J. Ross and Gordon Highland discuss during today's episode of the Important Question? Podcast.
What about you? Would you live in a nudist colony? Let us know on Twitter. Caleb J. Ross can be found @calebjross and Gordon...
2015-02-0300 minPodcasts Archives » Video Games are RealWould you live in a nudist colony?Oh, the allure of flesh, of thick folds of burbling, cellulicious, pocked pockets of wonder. Or so that's what Gordon may think of when he imagines a nudist colony. Caleb is a bit more open minded, in that to him the preceding sentence would be said without sarcasm. Nudity is a wonderful thing. And that's what our boys, Caleb J. Ross and Gordon Highland discuss during today's episode of the Important Question? Podcast.
What about you? Would you live in a nudist colony? Let us know on Twitter. Caleb J. Ross can be found @calebjross and Gordon Highland can be...
2015-02-0300 minImportant Question? PodcastWould you have sex with a corpse?Necrophilia: Of all the philias, is it really the sexiest? Caleb J. Ross and Gordon Highland explore the ethics and physical logistics of having sex with a corpse in this important episode of the Important Question? Podcast.
2015-01-2019 minPodcasts Archives » Video Games are RealWould you have sex with a corpse?Necrophilia: Of all the philias, is it really the sexiest? Caleb J. Ross and Gordon Highland explore the ethics and physical logistics of having sex with a corpse in this important episode of the Important Question? Podcast. What about you? Would you have sex with a corpse? Let us know on Twitter. Caleb J. Ross can be found @calebjross and Gordon Highland can be found @gordonhighland.
2015-01-2000 minImportant Question? PodcastWould you have sex with a corpse?Necrophilia: Of all the philias, is it really the sexiest? Caleb J. Ross and Gordon Highland explore the ethics and physical logistics of having sex with a corpse in this important episode of the Important Question? Podcast. What about you? Would you have sex with a corpse? Let us know on Twitter. Caleb J. Ross can be found @calebjross and Gordon Highland can be found @gordonhighland.
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2015-01-2000 minImportant Question? PodcastWould you take a bullet for a stranger?Every image of a noble hero involves some sort of self-sacrifice for the sake of the greater good. But is this really desirable? Caleb J. Ross and Gordon Highland play devil’s advocate and explore the logic of offering your own life to save the life of another human being in this important episode of the Important Question? Podcast.
2015-01-0616 minPodcasts Archives » Video Games are RealWould you take a bullet for a stranger?Every image of a noble hero involves some sort of self-sacrifice for the sake of the greater good. But is this really desirable? Caleb J. Ross and Gordon Highland play devil's advocate and explore the logic of offering your own life to save the life of another human being in this important episode of the Important Question? Podcast.
What about you? Would you take a bullet for a stranger? Let us know on Twitter. Caleb J. Ross can be found @calebjross and Gordon Highland can be found @gordonhighland.
2015-01-0600 minImportant Question? PodcastWould you take a bullet for a stranger?Every image of a noble hero involves some sort of self-sacrifice for the sake of the greater good. But is this really desirable? Caleb J. Ross and Gordon Highland play devil's advocate and explore the logic of offering your own life to save the life of another human being in this important episode of the Important Question? Podcast.
What about you? Would you take a bullet for a stranger? Let us know on Twitter. Caleb J. Ross can be found @calebjross and Gordon Highland can be found @gordonhighland.
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2015-01-0600 minImportant Question? PodcastWould you ruin a child’s Christmas on purpose?Even the most jolly of us get fed up with Christmas at some point. Perhaps it’s the commercialism, perhaps the forced family interactions, or perhaps even the perpetually smiling faces of children that ultimately drive us to crazy thoughts…insane thoughts…diabolical thoughts, like ruining Christmas for children.
Caleb J. Ross and Gordon Highland explore the concept of ruining Christmas for children and even offer a few how-tos in this special holiday episode of the Important Question? Podcast
2014-12-2316 minPodcasts Archives » Video Games are RealWould you ruin a child’s Christmas on purpose?Even the most jolly of us get fed up with Christmas at some point. Perhaps it’s the commercialism, perhaps the forced family interactions, or perhaps even the perpetually smiling faces of children that ultimately drive us to crazy thoughts...insane thoughts...diabolical thoughts, like ruining Christmas for children.
Caleb J. Ross and Gordon Highland explore the concept of ruining Christmas for children and even offer a few how-tos.
What about you? Would you ruin Christmas for a child on purpose? Let us know on Twitter. Caleb J. Ross can be found @calebjross and Gordon Highland can be found @gordonhighland
2014-12-2300 minImportant Question? PodcastWould you ruin a child’s Christmas on purpose?Even the most jolly of us get fed up with Christmas at some point. Perhaps it’s the commercialism, perhaps the forced family interactions, or perhaps even the perpetually smiling faces of children that ultimately drive us to crazy thoughts...insane thoughts...diabolical thoughts, like ruining Christmas for children.
Caleb J. Ross and Gordon Highland explore the concept of ruining Christmas for children and even offer a few how-tos.
What about you? Would you ruin Christmas for a child on purpose? Let us know on Twitter. Caleb J. Ross can be found @calebjross and Gordon Hi...
2014-12-2300 minImportant Question? PodcastWould you eat another human being?In this very first episode of Important Question? we ask, under what circumstances would you be enticed into eating the flesh of another human being? Cannibalism isn’t common and it certainly isn’t culturally accepted in most areas of the world, but surely you could be convinced, right?
Caleb J. Ross and Gordon Highland explore possible scenarios that might support having a bite or two of a fellow human being. One part peer pressure + one part devil’s advocate = one very Important Question?
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2014-12-1700 minImportant Question? PodcastWould you eat another human being?In this very first episode of Important Question? we ask, under what circumstances would you be enticed into eating the flesh of another human being? Cannibalism isn’t common and it certainly isn’t culturally accepted in most areas of the world, but surely you could be convinced, right?
Caleb J. Ross and Gordon Highland explore possible scenarios that might support having a bite or two of a fellow human being. One part peer pressure + one part devil’s advocate = one very Important Question?
2014-12-1626 minRole Playing Public RadioGame Designer Workshop Episode 1: ConceptCaleb of Hebanon Games is in the beginning stages of designing a new RPG from the ground up, and he has decided to document the entire process, from start to finish. In this new series, Caleb will talk to other game designers and figure out what works and what does not work when making a new role playing game. In this episode, Caleb and Ross discuss the concept for his new game, which is called Red Markets. You can read more about it here on the Hebanon Games blog. If you’re interested in game design, be sure to gi...
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