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Jacki-E and Draw The Line Radio Show#332 Draw The Line Radio Show 25-10-2024 with Guest mix 2nd hr by Lexa VoltzThis is Draw The Line Radio Show with Jacki-E, presenting the best music from female producers and DJs.
Helping me Draw The Line this week it’s Lexa Voltz who’s from Montreal, Canada and is now based in Nelson, British Colombia. She curates unique tech house sets by exclusively sourcing tracks from women-identifying producers and this is her way of taking a stand in an industry still grappling with gender inequality and overlooking women's significant contributions to electronic music. She has also begun to perform burlesque and hosts an all-francophone radio show featuring solely women artists.
Links for Lexa Volt...2024-10-302h 00
Fearless Church PodcastEssentials: The Second ComingWEEK 3 OF 3 // Chris VoltzHave you ever been caught off guard when someone unexpectedly arrived at your house?If Jesus came back today, what is the first thing you would say to him when you saw him?What could you be doing to get ready for Jesus to return?Who is someone in your sphere of influence who doesn't yet have a relationship with Jesus?What is something you can do this week to begin investing in that relationship? ABOUT FEARLESS CHURCHFearless Church is here to help you live boldly for Jesus. Wherever yo...2024-07-2936 minFearless Church PodcastESSENTIALS | God the Holy SpiritWEEK 4 OF 4 // Chris VoltzDiscussion Questions:What comes to mind when you think of the Holy Spirit?What do you think it looks like to "Walk by the Spirit?"Which Fruit of the Spirit do you think you have a good handle on?Which one could you use some work on?How can you begin building a daily rhythm of reliance on the Spirit of God? ABOUT FEARLESS CHURCHFearless Church is here to help you live boldly for Jesus. Wherever you are in your faith journey, we’ll walk with you as you...2023-07-3036 minFearless Church PodcastESSENTIALS | God the FatherWEEK 2 OF 4 // Chris VoltzDiscussion Questions:What comes to mind when you think of your Father?Has that had an impact on the way you see God as your Father?Are there any areas in your life that you struggle to submit to God's authority?Jesus relates to the Father in three ways: often, obediently, and openly. Which of these three ways could you work on improving in your life? ABOUT FEARLESS CHURCHFearless Church is here to help you live boldly for Jesus. Wherever you are in your faith journey, we’ll walk...2023-07-1737 min
One Good Story PodcastSolomon (with Guest Host Chris Voltz)The wisest man who ever lived, and yet he couldn't get out of his own father's shadow. But with all the glory of his riches, his temple, and his empire, could Solomon lead Israel to something greater than David?2023-07-1743 min
The Intermediate Line PodcastEpisode 165 - Mark DavisOn this podcast we chat with gun angler Mark Davis about the plethorus of Flyfishing options in the North West of WA. Currently residing in Broome and having fished the Pilbara since pussy was a cat, Mark has enough beef for a cattle station! He is well versed on the flies, techniques and locations. It’s clear from talking with him that he invests a lot of thought and effort into his fishing and flies. A quick perve at his IG page @flying.foam will no doubt make you agree. It’s a good chat, and one our longest. You...2023-07-082h 20
Stardust ruft TerraStardust ruft Terra Nr. 87 - Die Schläfer der ISC - William Voltz
Heute sprechen Dominik und Chris im Perry Rhodan Reread Podcast Stardust ruft Terra über den 87. Band der Perry Rhodan Heftromanserie „Die Schläfer der ISC“ von William Voltz. In einer weiten recht freistehenden Geschichte beschreibt William Voltz in seinem zweiten Beitrag zur Serie wie die Druuf in den Einsteinraum vordringen. Doch sie kommen sich irgendwo heraus sondern im Herzen des nordamerikanischen Kontinents. Wie der Kampf um Wyoming ausgeht und wie der Roman bei uns ankommt, erfahrt ihr in dieser Folge!
Wenn ihr mehr über den Weltendieb oder Stardust ruft Terra erfahren wollt, besucht den Blog. Den Link findet...2023-06-0731 min
The Accelerator with Michael ConniffTech Time Travel: Russell Brand on Software Progression from the '70s and its Impact on Today's StartupsJoin us for an invigorating episode of 'The Accelerator', as host Michael Conniff engages in a rich conversation with Russell Brand, the Director at Responsible Solutions Limited and Entrepreneur in Residence at the Founders Institute. This episode unveils the inspiring journey of Responsible Solutions, a company that emerged in 1994 to introduce open-source technologies to the federal government, a venture that ended up saving taxpayers about a quarter billion dollars over seven years.Russell sheds light on their journey towards assisting companies in prioritizing efficiency, sustainability, and employee wellbeing. Through this mission, they unearthed that focusing on these...2023-05-3030 min
Maximum OctaneA Peep Into The Self-Driving Automotive Industry with Chris ChesneyLess than 4% of the car park in America is electrified, yet if specialists' projections are accurate, by 2030, over 8% of the cars rolling on American soil will be electric cars. Should the average auto repair shop be worried? Our guest, Chris Chesney thinks they shouldn't be worried; they should be prepared. In this episode, I'm joined by Chris Chesney, Vice President of Training & Organizational Development for Repairify. In his over 50 years of experience in the automotive industry, Chris served as a master technician, service advisor, technical and management educator, and even ran his own shop. Today, a s...2023-04-2534 min
Cultivating Careers in Alternative Proteins PodcastEp. 18 - Chris Bryant (Alternative Proteins Social Scientist)Chris Bryant is the Director of Bryant Research, a research organization based in the United Kingdom, which focuses on shaping better food choices through social science. Chris has a BA in Business Management, a Masters of Science in Policy Research, and a PhD in Energy, Environment, and Resilience. Chris was also the Director of Social Sciences for the Cellular Agriculture Society and currently co-organizes the Research to End Consumption of Animal Products (RECAP) Group. Taking on the responsibilities of the job you want to...2023-04-0326 minFearless Church PodcastBE MOREWEEK 1 OF 1 // Chris VoltzDiscussion Questions:Does anyone have any fun glasses stories to share?Explain the Gospel in your own words.How does your understanding of the Gospel change your day-to-day life?What will you do this week to remember the Gospel daily? Sermon Locations and Times:Sundays Services are at 9:30 AM, and 11:00 AM at 2601 E Alex Bell Rd Dayton, OH 45459You can join us online on Facebook or YouTube at 11:00 AM.ABOUT FEARLESS CHURCHFearless Church is her...2022-11-2840 min
Podcast Archives - THE VGMBASSYEpisode 83: In the Hot Seat with Rhythm & Pixels and Logan
On this episode, Rob and Pernell from the Rhythm & Pixels VGM podcast hang out with Ed and Logan in the VGMbassy studio for a fun casual chat! Recorded on the night before Retro World Expo, Ed gathered some fun questions from VGMbassy Discord members and put his guests in the Hot Seat. We’re light on VGM this time around, but super heavy in laughs, personality, and spirit!
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A huge thank you to Indira J (The Misadventures of Buddy and Friend, Sacrimony) for the amazing VGMbassy artwork an...2022-09-011h 21Fearless Church PodcastPHILIPPIANS: BE LIKE JESUSWEEK 2 OF 4 // Chris VoltzDiscussion Questions:Do you have any funny or embarrassing gym stories?What are some areas of your life in which you look like Jesus?What are some areas of your life that you need to work towards looking like Jesus?What practical step are you going to take this week to look more like Jesus?Sermon Locations and Times:Sundays Services are at 9:30 AM, and 11:00 AM at 2601 E Alex Bell Rd Dayton, OH 45459You can join us online on Facebook or Y...2022-07-1837 minFearless Church PodcastPHILIPPIANS 1: UNWAVERING JOY | THE BOOK OF PHILIPPIANSWEEK 1 OF 4 // Chris VoltzDiscussion Questions:What was the best vacation you have ever taken?Are there things in your life that you are trying to escape or eliminate in order to find joy? What are they?What are some things from your past that you could look back on and be grateful for?Who are some people in your life that you need to start investing in? How can you increase your faith that God can use you to reach them?Sermon Locations and Times:Sundays Services are at 9:30 AM, and 11:00...2022-07-1138 minPodcast Archives - THE VGMBASSYEpisode 82: Masters of VGM
June is Masters of VGM month for Game Music Podcasts worldwide! Ed joins a cavalcade of likeminded podcasters and shares music from his top 4 composers of all time. Think you can guess who they are without looking? Head over to MastersOfVGM.com to discover more participating podcasts and take a look at which composers got the most votes!
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A huge thank you to Indira J (The Misadventures of Buddy and Friend, Sacrimony) for the amazing VGMbassy artwork and design, and to Trevin Hughes (aka chiptune composer Jredd...2022-06-2941 minPodcast Archives - THE VGMBASSYEpisode 81: The Descent Series with Justin from XVGM Radio
A game that pioneered both free movement and living room vertigo at the same time, Descent was a game that saw the player as the pilot of a ship in zero gravity combat. The twisty-turny gameplay caught the attention of PC and Mac gamers around the world, resulting in spinoffs and sequels. On today’s episode, Justin (XVGM Radio, The Arcane Machine) joins Ed once again for a music-history show based on the danceable industrial sounds of the entire Descent series. Featuring everything from extraordinary MIDI compositions by Dan Wentz to highly produced dance metal from Allister Brimble, there’s a...2022-05-193h 03Podcast Archives - THE VGMBASSYEpisode 80: Codemasters’ Quattro Games Series
Codemaster’s Quattro Games series hit the NES market in the early 1990’s as entries in their Aladdin Deck Enhancer series. Each of the three unlicensed carts had four titles, and each one centered around a theme: Sports, Adventure, and Arcade. The games were of varying quality, but the soundtracks from Gavin Raeburn, Ashley Hogg, and cohorts wowed any gamer fortunate enough to check these carts out. On today’s show, Ed explores all twelve games across the entire Quattro NES series, as well as a few detours to listen to some amazing music from ports on other systems. Mix in...2022-04-051h 42Podcast Archives - THE VGMBASSYEpisode 79: Blind Listen 8: Burn Cycle with Joe Murolo
Embassy Exclusive’s Joe stops by the VGMbassy for its 8th Blind Listen! This time around, Patreon patron Scott McElhone tries to stump Ed and Joe with a soundtrack from a game known as Burn:Cycle. It’s a wild ride full of lengthy tunes, ranging from ethereal soundscapes to incredible electronica. Sprinkled throughout are snippets of dialogue (some extremely raunchy) which the boys use as clues to figure out what kind of game this music is from. Do they get close to the real answer? Find out at the end of the show!
A huge...2022-03-161h 49Podcast Archives - THE VGMBASSYEpisode 78: Dance Dance Revolution with Rob Nichols
Two pads. Eight arrows. Hours and hours of musical fun. Dance Dance Revolution started as a modest rhythm game in Japanese arcades and quickly grew into a cultural phenomenon. On this episode Rob Nichols, cohost of VGM podcast Rhythm & Pixels, joins Ed for a very in-depth chronological look at 20 years’ worth of the amazing danceable music which took arcades around the world by storm. On this extra long show, you’ll learn about the artists behind the tunes, dive into the technology behind the arcade cabinets, and marvel at how the vocal and voracious DDR fandom directly influenced the traj...2022-03-042h 43Fearless Church PodcastUNITED IN MISSION - Shhh! The Secret to a Healthy MarriageWEEK 1 OF 3 // Chris VoltzDiscussion QuestionsWhat is your favorite (or least favorite)thing about your father or father-in-law?Do you have any partners that are helping you accomplish God's Mission?If you are married, how could you do a better job of being 'on mission' with your spouse?Take time to pray for those who are 'on mission' with you. If you don't have anyone, pray that God would send one to you.Sermon Locations and Times:Sundays Services are held at 9:30 AM and 11:00 AM at 2601 E Alex Bell R...2022-02-1437 minPodcast Archives - THE VGMBASSYEpisode 77: Falcom with Chris Murray
Few game development houses can match the consistent quality that Nihon Falcom has put out over the course of 40 years. There are a wealth of wonderful games to play that appeal to the casual RPG player and hardcore enthusiast alike. With each new title, Falcom’s composers worked tirelessly to deliver incredible soundtracks as well, rounding out their fantastic gameplay and visuals with breathtaking musical scores and pulse-pounding rock songs.
Following up his guest appearance on A VGM Journey, in which he shared his favorite pieces from the Trails of Cold Steel soundtracks, Chris Murray joins Ed for a...2022-01-261h 46Fearless Church PodcastI Am A Guide- Get A "W"Week 2 of 6- Chris VoltzDiscussion Questions:Have you ever had a terrible tour guide? Share about that experience.Who are you currently guiding towards Jesus?What is holding you back from doing what it takes to guide someone to Jesus?Take time to make a list of people you want to start guiding towards Jesus. Pray for each one as you write their names.Sermon Locations and Times:Sundays Services are held at 9:30 AM and 11:00 AM at 2601 E Alex Bell R...2022-01-0938 minPodcast Archives - THE VGMBASSYEpisode 76: Blind Listen 7: Going Under with Ryan Steel
Dust off that thinking cap and polish up that magnifying glass, because it’s time for another Blind Listen! This time, listener UtopiaNemo tries to stump Ed and game composer Ryan Steel with the soundtrack to a game called Going Under. Our hosts, using only the music and track titles, need to figure out what kind of game they’re listening to. Bonus points for guessing the year, composer, and console! The music in this one is phenomenal, with genre-blending dance music and nearly endless progressions. Will the boys figure it out? Only time will tell!
Catlandia, an Ad...2021-12-082h 16Fearless Church PodcastThe Grinch (Loneliness and Heart Transformation)- Christmas At The MoviesWeek 1 of 3- Chris VoltzDiscussion Questions:Which Grinch movie do you like the best? (1996 original, Jim Carrey, or Benedict Cumberbatch)Share a story of a time when you were forgiven when you hurt someone. How did that make you feel?How have you seen unforgiveness have an impact on your life?In response to the sermon, are there any action steps you need to take to forgive someone?Sermon Locations and Times:Sundays Services are held at 9:30 AM and 11:00 AM at 2601 E...2021-12-0532 minFearless Church PodcastBe MoreWeek 1 of 1- Chris WilliamsDiscussion Questions:What is your personal experience with international travel and/or church missions trips?What are your thoughts and emotions surrounding the idea that over 1 billion people living in India have little to no opportunity to hear about Jesus and the Gospel?Read aloud Matthew 28:16-20. What words or phrases stand out to you the most? Why?Do you ever see yourself being a part of a Fearless Church Planting Team being sent out to start a new church? Why or why...2021-11-2850 minFearless Church PodcastGrace and Truth- The TalkWeek 3 of 3- Chris VoltzDiscussion Questions:What order do you put the peanut butter and jelly on your PB&J?Have you ever been confronted by someone about a sin or struggle? Share about that conversation.How would you want someone to approach a conversation with you where they called you to repentance?In response to the sermon, are there any action steps you need to take to care for someone in your life?Sermon Locations and Times:Sundays Services are...2021-11-2140 minPodcast Archives - THE VGMBASSYEpisode 75: Gaming with Family with FranklyZappa
Most video games are just more fun when shared with someone you care about. Memorable gaming moments are even more special when you can recount them with a loved one years later. On this episode, Ed is joined by VGMbassador-tier Patron FranklyZappa to chat about the crazy gaming stories they’ve had with our brothers and family members. Prepare to be entertained with tales of playing 1080 Snowboarding in full snowboarding garb, weird haunted RC Pro Am cars, and waiting for the Mortal Kombat bus at 2:30 in the morning. Why are kids so crazy?
A huge thank you to...2021-11-191h 31Podcast Archives - THE VGMBASSY*BONUS* Embassy Exclusive 28: Thrills and Kills
This month’s Patreon-only podcast is special in more ways than one: It’s a Halloween companion piece to the awesome Patron-submission show that the community helped create, but it’s also the first “traditional” episode to be uploaded publicly! Embassy Exclusive is a bonus podcast that’s normally only offered to our VGMissary-tier ($3/mo) patrons and above, but as a special trick-and-treat, everyone gets to listen in on this one!
Our topics this month all revolve around the spirit of the season. Todd asks if we’ve ever been legitimately scared playing a video game. Joe leads a length...2021-10-291h 09Podcast Archives - THE VGMBASSYEpisode 74: Halloween Patron Special with Joe and Todd
Happy Halloween! To celebrate the scariest holiday of the year, Ed joins the rest of the Embassy Exclusive crew (aka Joe and Todd) to share some Patreon patron submitted tunes in the key of “spooky.” Hide under the covers as over a dozen creepy VGM selections make you afraid to turn off the lights!
A huge thank you to Indira J (The Misadventures of Buddy and Friend, Sacrimony) for the amazing VGMbassy artwork and design, and to Trevin Hughes (aka chiptune composer Jredd) for the podcast theme song!
Check out the VGMbassy Patreon for some fantas...2021-10-251h 58Podcast Archives - THE VGMBASSYEpisode 73: The Swingin’ Sounds of Bionic Commando
The Bionic Commando series started as a modest arcade game released by Capcom in 1987. Its unique mechanic, involving the protagonist being able to swing from an extendable arm instead of jumping, won the hearts of gamers all over the world. Thus, a long-running line of games was born!
Ed has been a longtime fan of the NES version of the game, and today he explores the music and history of the series from its arcade and microcomputer origins to the modern HD remakes and beyond. Amazing composers like Harumi Fujita, Junko Tamiya, Tim Follin, and Simon Viklund...2021-09-232h 26
The Intermediate Line PodcastEpisode 109 - Dave and Rod from AFO (Australian Flyfishing Outfitters)On Episode 109 - Chris sits down with both Dave Bradley and Rod Collings who are Australian Fly Fishing Outfitters, a saltwater fly only guiding operation based in far North Queensland. This interview was recorded on location at AFO house Cardwell and is an organic conversation that covers a little about the AFO Hinchinbrook Challenge at the start but it quickly gets into the nitty gritty which is Dave retiring at the end of this year and handing the push pole over the very competent Rodney. This is an interesting discussion for anyone who yet to fish Hinchinbrook or for t...2021-09-112h 25Fearless Church PodcastDead or Alive- Mr. MediocrePastor Chris Voltz pushes us to examine whether we are living alive with a belief in God’s power, or living in death.Discussion Questions:Think about your relationship with Jesus (if you have one). Is it full of life or does it feel lifeless?How are you seeing Jesus work in and through your life on a weekly basis?How can you take some steps to begin reading a practicing God’s word?Who is someone you can share God’s word with this week?2021-09-0736 minFearless Church PodcastB.L.E.S.S.- Mr. MediocrePastor Chris Voltz talks about how a person with purpose makes disciples.Discussion Questions:Think back on the most influential people in your life. Share about the impact one of them made on you.Who are the people in your sphere of influence that you could begin investing in?Take a moment to pray for each person you thought of.What is one thing that you can do for that person this week to begin to make an investment into their life? S...2021-09-0233 minPodcast Archives - THE VGMBASSYEpisode 72: Hackin’ & Slashin’ with Dan Laughton
The fabled event is finally here! After promising a guest appearance on “the next show” for a few months, Ed and Dan Laughton finally found time to sit down together and share some tunes from another of their favorite genres. Today, they’re looking at the soundtracks and gameplay from Hack & Slash games, sharing music from classic and current titles. Ready your weapons and vibe out to this eclectic mix of VGM melodies!
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A huge thank you to Ind...2021-08-221h 57Podcast Archives - THE VGMBASSYEpisode 71: The Mario Golf Series with Justin from XVGM Radio
Knees bent. Elbows out. Head down. Thumbs locked…. SWWIIING!
WOW, is that a birdie? Or a Birdo?
Mario and golf go hand-in-hand. The Nintendo mascot and his skittish little brother have been hitting the links since 1984! With the recent release of Mario Golf: Super Rush on the Switch and over 35 years’ worth of putts, sand traps, and water hazards behind him, Ed felt like it was time to celebrate the music of The Greatest Game. Early on, the Mario Golf series featured well-known composers like Koji Kondo and Zelda II’s Akito Nakatsuka. Later on, the re...2021-08-112h 18Fearless Church PodcastI Have A Family- MirrorsThis week Chris Voltz reminds us that while God’s family has its flaws, true community is where God provides abundant comfort, support, accountability and healing, and that as children of God, we are never alone.Discussion Questions:Have you ever taken family pictures? Share about that experience.Share about a time in your life when you have felt isolated or alone. How did you get through that chapter?What are you doing to surround yourself with God’s Family?How can you be bearing some...2021-08-0429 minPodcast Archives - THE VGMBASSYEpisode 70: Eol’s Adventure with Hammock from KVGM Radio
The VGMbassy welcomes an esteemed representative of Aqua City as KVGM Radio host Hammock stops by for a visit! On today’s show, Ed and Hammock check out a fantastic FM AdLib soundtrack from an obscure Korean DOS platformer called Eol’s Adventure, developed by Family Production and composed by Sung-Wook Moon. The music is not to be missed, so grab a cozy chair by the pool and join us for an amazing listen!
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A...2021-07-151h 09Fearless Church PodcastMaking Right Decisions- WafflesThis week Chris Voltz points to the fact that our decisions have power to make us into who we will become and reminds us that when we make godly choices, we develop godly character and can become godly people.Discussion Questions:What is our favorite waffle topping?Share about a decision you made in your life that shaped you into who you are.Who are you becoming based on the decisions you are currently making?Are you currently facing any decisions that you are waiting on?2021-06-1434 minPodcast Archives - THE VGMBASSYEpisode 69: Long-Haulin’ with Logan
It starts with a low rumble, and you turn towards the highway. You can barely make it out from a distance in the bright desert sun, but as it gets closer, you brace yourself against the oncoming wind. Barreling down the road, it’s Ed and his son Logan, hauling a heavy load of truckin’ video game tunes from all over the world!
Logan loves video games with big personality and great tunes, and his collection today is no exception. Strap yourself in for a convoy of Southern Rock, Techno, Country, and more from a wide array of p...2021-06-112h 03Podcast Archives - THE VGMBASSYEpisode 68: Loops of Fury – The Music of 194X
Though the series isn’t discussed too often, vertically-scrolling shmups owe a lot to Capcom’s 194X games. Arcade-goers were treated to an addictive and fun experience, flying their P-38 Lightning fighter planes over the Pacific Ocean towards Japan. On today’s show, Ed takes a look at a fantastic example of the evolution of game music, starting with the scratchy beeps of the original title and culminating in a fully orchestrated soundtrack from renowned composer Norihiko Hibino. Strap into your cockpit and lift off for this unique collection of VGM!
A huge thank you to Indira J (The...2021-05-201h 42Fearless Church PodcastRenovation- Fixer UpperThe idea of spiritual discipline often seems daunting and unattainable, but it is SO worth it. This week Chris Voltz gives us practical advice on how to spend time with Jesus so that he can renovate your heart to look more like him. God can do the work WITHOUT you, but he wants to do it WITH you!Discussion QuestionsWhen you do a project, do you plan it all in advance or figure it out as you go?What is your experience with spiritual discipline? What do you...2021-05-1834 minFearless Church PodcastDemolition- Fixer UpperThis is week 2 in our series, “Fixer Upper”. God loves you the way you are. You don't have to “get it together” to start a relationship with Him, but He also wants to change and transform you! This week Chris Voltz talks about often the most painful part of the remodeling process, demolition, warning us that we must either destroy our sin, or it will destroy us. Discussion QuestionsHave you ever destroyed or demolished something? Share about that experience.What is your experience, if any, with confessing sin to someon...2021-05-1130 minPodcast Archives - THE VGMBASSYEpisode 67: BreakQuest Featuring Music from Maniacs of Noise
Game music and demoscene chiptune collide in a multi-genre explosion of audio bliss! Today’s show features music from BreakQuest, an impressive breakout-style game with fantastic graphics and a complex physics engine. The soundtrack is comprised entirely of repurposed demoscene tunes composed by members of Maniacs of Noise: Thomas Mogensen (DRAX,) Jeroen Tel (WAVE,) and Thomas Petersen (Laxity.) Get ready for some expertly-crafted tracker music, and find out why DRAX is Ed’s favorite demoscene composer!
A huge thank you to Indira J (The Misadventures of Buddy and Friend, Sacrimony) for the amazing VGMbassy artwork and design, and...2021-03-311h 55Fearless Church PodcastKnow Where You Stand- Jesus JukeThis week, Pastor Chris Voltz challenges us to embrace an attitude of humility that comes from the knowledge of how much Jesus loves us. This is week 4 in our series, Jesus Juke.Easter Sunday Info:On Campus Services- 8:00 AM, 9:30 AM, 11:00 AM Childcare provided at all 3!Discussion Questions:What is the worst thing you have ever had to smell?How much time, energy and effort do you spend seeking the approval of others?As a group, look through the scriptures...2021-03-3030 minFearless Church PodcastJesus Didn't Give Up- Don't Give UpIn week one of our sermon series, “Don’t Give Up”, Pastor Chris Voltz reminds us of God’s intent in creating marriage. We know that ideally marriage is a safe, loving and secure place, but what happens when it turns into a place of hurt and insecurity? Today, Chris introduces the idea that without Jesus, we can’t be successful at displaying God’s love for the world through our marriage or any relationship, and gives us biblical advice on taking the first step in succeeding together with your spouse.Discussion QuestionsWhat is...2021-02-0754 minPodcast Archives - THE VGMBASSYEpisode 66: PAPRIUM with Composer Jredd and Special Guest Mike Levy
We’re back with a super special episode, in more ways than one! Not only has The VGMbassy returned after a multi-month hiatus, but it also features the reunion of PixelTunes Radio cohosts Ed and Mike Levy (XVGM Radio, Dude You Haven’t Played This Game?!) The duo just received their copies of brand new Genesis beat ’em up PAPRIUM, and they’re honored to have returning guest and VGMbassy theme composer Trevin Hughes (aka Jredd) on the show to share some of the music that he and Groovemaster303 wrote for it. The game features a custom chipset that allows fo...2021-02-052h 46
A VGM JourneyLevel 41 Secret Santa SpecialTrack Listing
The Messenger for the Listeners Blizzard of Balls - The Angry Video Game Nerd Adventures - Sam Beddoes (DistantJ)
Scottie for Voltz
Snowy - Undertale/Snowscapes: Dreamy Winter VGM - Composed by Toby Fox and Arranged by Patti Rudisill
Mike Levy for Last Rican
Eternal Beauty Forever - Galaxy Fight Universal Warriors - Masato Araikawa and Takayuki Sasaki
Voltz for Utopia Nemo
Bird of Paradise - Donut County - Daniel Koestner & Ben Esposito
Muddle Madness for Mike Levy
Decisive Battle - Ufouria: The Saga - Naoki Kodaka
Theme of Jun Akiyama - Natsume Championship Wrestling - Iku Mizutani, Kinuyo Yam...2020-12-231h 00Fearless Church PodcastJust Do It- Too Good To Be TrueSometimes in life we are faced with extremely difficult decisions that seem to have no right answer. We wish God would just speak to us in a dream or beam a light down from heaven telling us what to do. In the 6th week of our “Too Good To Be True” sermons series, Chris Voltz examines a guy in the Bible who had to make an agonizing decision…. Joseph. Yup....the earthly father of Jesus. Through his example, we learn that discerning and obeying God’s will for us might not be as complicated as we make it, and that som...2020-12-1331 min
The DYOJO PodcastEp. 39 Thriving not just surviving with Shannon Tymosko of Kickass CareersShannon Tymosko, aka Lady Voltz, electrical apprentice and ambassador for Kickass Careers, joins The DYOJO Podcast to discuss empowering yourself and your team to thrive not just survive.
Shannon went to college, earned her degree and worked for 10 years, eventually promoting to management but wasn't thriving personally or financially. A friend invited her to assist with a kitchen remodel and she got the bug for the skilled trades. Even after she pursued her first courses in the trades she met obstacles to employment until arriving in the electrical apprenticeship at the YWCA.
Topics for The D...2020-11-231h 29Fearless Church PodcastWhat is Your Faith Worth?- Too Good To Be TrueThis is our third week in our series titled “Too Good to Be True”. There are many stories in the Bible that center around characters with big faith. God blessed the people in scripture who took risks and obeyed His Word even when they weren’t sure of the outcome. Looking at these stories, it may feel like their faith is something unattainable, and even if it is, some crazy miracle isn’t going to happen as a result, right? This week, Chris Voltz shares the story of the prophet Elisha and how he gave up his comfort, security...2020-11-2240 minFearless Church PodcastWhen Faith Wavers- Too Good To Be TrueWe are excited that you have joined us this week on the Fearless Church podcast. This week we start a new series titled “Too Good to Be True”. There are many stories in the Bible that center around characters with big faith. God blessed the men and women who took risks and obeyed His Word when they weren’t sure of the outcome. What can we learn from these men and women of faith and these stories that sometimes seem too good to be true? Achieving the level of faith that the men and women in the bible have o...2020-11-0837 min
Games and GroceriesEp. 122: Can Tech Companies Thrive In Games? | ft. Brian McGuinnessIn this week's episode, we discuss the Netflix original movie 'The Holidate', Assassin's Creed getting a live action series on Netflix, Chris Lee taking a step back from Halo Infinite, Cyberpunk 2077 taking yet another delay for 3 weeks, and our big topic is asking can tech companies thrive in games with our special guest, Brian McGuinness
Time Stamps ⌛:
0:00 - Intro Talk
3:19 - ‘Holidate’ Review
10:58 - Assassin’s Creed Netflix Series
14:19 - Chris Lee Steps Back From Infinite
17:27 - Cyberpunk Delayed AGAIN
24:24 - Can Tech Com...2020-11-0200 minPodcast Archives - THE VGMBASSYEpisode 65: Halloween Invasion With Joe
Happy Halloween! Joe and Ed get together on a particularly stormy night to play some creepy and scary game music. As the weather gets worse, though, things get a little weird. Will our hosts survive the night?
Special thanks to Voltz Supreme and Logan for lending their voice talents to the show!
A huge thank you to Indira J (The Misadventures of Buddy and Friend, Sacrimony) for the amazing VGMbassy artwork and design, and to Trevin Hughes (aka chiptune composer Jredd) for the podcast theme song!
Check out the VGMbassy Patreon for some fantastic bonuses, in...2020-10-3047 minFearless Church PodcastCarin' For Karen- Calm Down KarenThis week's message is the second in our three week sermon series, “Calm Down Karen!” We all know a Karen... Someone who is ready to argue with anyone about anything at any time. Whether you like it or not, those people still need the love of Jesus. How do you deal with those people in a way that points them away from explosive anger and towards the love of Christ? Pastor Chris Voltz shares this weeks message titled, “Carin’ for Karen”Discussion QuestionsDo you prefer a chocolate or vanilla Frosty from Wendy’sHow...2020-10-0439 minFearless Church PodcastHappy People Travel Light- Secrets Happy People KnowThis is the third of a five week series titled, Secrets Happy People Know. Everyone wants to be happy, but why is happiness so elusive? It can be so easy to find, but difficult to hold on to. While there is no silver bullet that will lead to a lifetime of happiness, we have found that there are a few secrets happy people know. This week we listen to Pastor Chris Voltz explore the idea that Happy People Travel Light.Discussion QuestionsWhat is your favorite bag that you own right now?2020-10-0231 minPodcast Archives - THE VGMBASSYEpisode 64: NEW on NES! 21st Century 8-bit Homebrew
We’ve done an NES Nostalgia show, so how about something a little more… modern? Back with one more solo show before the podcast goes on a brief hiatus, Ed shares music from NES games released within the past 10 years. It’s incredible how many talented people are still coding and composing on Nintendo’s OG console, so get ready for some mind-blowing music and games that are still being offered in digital and physical form!
Giant thanks go to Bedroth, Chris Steenerson (and kiddo,) The Last Rican, UtopiaNemo, and Chris Murray for helping out at the last min...2020-09-251h 39Podcast Archives - THE VGMBASSYEpisode 63: The Music of Phalanx
Some gamers only know “Phalanx: The Enforce Fighter A-144” as that game with the weird old banjo playing guy on the front of the SNES box. Most were turned off by the strange marketing choice and never gave the game a chance. Ed happened to rent it one day as a kid, and fell in love with the rockin’ soundtrack and smooth gameplay. Today, he’s set out to dispel a lot of the preconceived notions about this cool little shmup, and provide an overview of the game and its various ports. Take a listen to seven iterations of three di...2020-09-112h 00Podcast Archives - THE VGMBASSYEpisode 62: On the Farm with Ryan Steel
Games like Harvest Moon and Stardew Valley have captured the imagination of millions of gamers around the world, so it’s only natural that other game developers have attempted to capitalize on the farming concept that these titles are so well-known for. Today, Ed is joined by farm owner and game composer (Catlandia RPG, Pandora; Chains of Chaos) Ryan Steel to check out the soundtracks to games in which farming plays a major role. From popular titles like Monster Rancher 4 to interesting indies like Staxel, there’s acres of well-crafted music in this episode!
Catlandia, an Adorable (and C...2020-08-283h 02Podcast Archives - THE VGMBASSYEpisode 61: Ed’s Summer Indies
It’s been a looong summer! Between working from home and staying in on the weekends, Ed’s been keeping his eye on new indie releases and diving into the games that grab his attention. As you’d expect, many of them have fantastic soundtracks! Check this episode out and learn about some really cool game OSTs from artists like Harumi Fujita and Machinae Supremacy that have been released within the past year or so, and find out if the games they belong to are worth your dollar! Please see the tracklist for Bandcamp links to the full OSTs where...2020-08-141h 06Podcast Archives - THE VGMBASSYEpisode 60: Blind Listen 6: Later Alligator with Muddle MADness
After a long hiatus, Ed finally brings the popular Blind Listen format back to The VGMbassy! Today, he and new VGMbassador Muddle MADness (Daniel Perkey) are listening to the amazing (and unfamiliar) soundtrack from the Game “Later Alligator,” and trying to figure out what kind of game it might be based on the music. Do they figure it out? Do soundtrack submitter Voltz Supreme’s clues help them crack the case? Does Mandy actually know any other songs? Find out in this fun (and sometimes chaotic) episode!
A huge thank you to Indira J (The Misadve...2020-07-311h 38Podcast Archives - THE VGMBASSYEpisode 59: Manfred Linzner with Cam Werme
Manfred Linzner’s music has provided an upbeat, danceable backdrop to to many awesome games over the years. The German-born composer not only wrote music for incredible titles like Nanostray and Iridion II, but he programmed and produced the games as well! On today’s show, Cam Werme joins Ed with a selection of incredible Linzner-penned tunes, and they explore his career with Shin’en and their quality shmup and racing titles.
A huge thank you to Indira J (The Misadventures of Buddy and Friend, Sacrimony) for the amazing VGMbassy artwork and design, and to Trevin Hughes (aka ch...2020-07-171h 44
Voltz Supreme's Synth VGM Dream Stream MachineJust Great Tracks IISuper big-wave surfer and all round gnarly dude, Seth Curry get’s a rude awaking that ends up turning into a totally ROTO listening session of just great synthy tunes! Tons of awesome VGM vocal tracks!Great Track List:Now I am Become Death [Chris Christodoulou & Christos Spirakis]Venus Mansion [Doseone, Jukio Kallio]LL Cool Hans [Doseone]Let Me Save You [Air Pulkkinen, Sami ‘haxx’ Hakala]Brickworks [flashygoodness]Environments [Berlinist]Somewhere in the Woods (Short Hike) [Mike Sparling]OWARANAI Groover [Naoshi Mizuta...2020-07-0350 minPodcast Archives - THE VGMBASSYEpisode 58: Run & Gun with Dan Laughton
From some of the earliest days of video gaming, running and shooting has been an integral part of the industry’s repertoire. From the fast-paced gameplay, to the imaginative and screen-filling bosses, to the aggressive and driving soundtracks, run & gun titles were designed to give the player a mental and physical workout. Today, Ed invites speedrunner, parenting podcast host, and good friend Dan Laughton back to the show to check out some music from one of his favorite speedrunning genres. From the classic NES soundtracks of Contra and Mega Man to the modern sounds of Blazing Chrome, the intense tu...2020-07-032h 12Podcast Archives - THE VGMBASSYEpisode 57: GameCube with The Messenger
Nintendo created the GameCube to compete directly with Microsoft’s Xbox and Sony’s powerhouse PlayStation 2. It featured faster load times due to a mini-DVD game format, a fantastic selection of Nintendo first-party titles, and and adorably compact cube-like exterior. On today’s podcast, Ed is joined by Alex Messenger, host of “A VGM Journey,” to explore some of the lesser-known GameCube exclusive soundtracks. There are some real hidden gems in here, so get those ears ready!
You can find Alex’s podcast, “A VGM Journey,” on Anchor!
A huge thank you to Indira J (The Misadventure...2020-06-191h 48Podcast Archives - THE VGMBASSYEpisode 56: Katamari A-Go-Go with The Diad
The colorful and innovative Katamari Damacy was released on the PS2 in 2004. The game casts the player as the diminutive Prince, rolling a sticky ball around the landscape, collecting objects to become bigger and bigger. What seems like a simple concept captured the attention of gamers all around the world, and the series quickly became popular. Ed and returning VGMbassador Ben (aka The Diad) were huge fans of the game and the fun dynamic soundtracks they included. Today’s VGMbassy includes the history of the games, a wealth of information on the Japanese celebrities who produced and sung the ama...2020-06-053h 25Podcast Archives - THE VGMBASSYEpisode 55: PlayStation Memories with Chris Murray
Longtime VGM podcast community member Chris Murray (aka justapunk) joins Ed for a look back at the PlayStation! Included in this show are some of their PS1 favorites. Chris shares some well-known classics, and as usual, Ed breaks out the obscure music that’s woefully overlooked. Look forward to music from Spyro, Suikoden, Hot Shots Golf, and more!
Do you have some PS1 faves you’d like to share? Let us know in the comments!
A huge thank you to Indira J (The Misadventures of Buddy and Friend, Sacrimony) for the amazing VGMbassy artwork and desi...2020-05-221h 40Podcast Archives - THE VGMBASSY*BONUS EPISODE* Embassy Exclusive 22: More 3DO!
Embassy Exclusive is on the main VGMbassy feed again this month, free for all as an offering to those affected by the coronavirus pandemic.
This month’s show is a solo show in which Ed shares a few more selections from the 3DO that weren’t necessarily exclusives. Jam out to a few selections from Crystal Dynamics’ in-house composer Burke Trieschmann, vibe to a lovely piece of golf music from Yumi Kinoshita, and learn a little about why the 3DO version of Starfighter is way better than the PS1 and Saturn ports. All that and a few more su...2020-05-1857 minPodcast Archives - THE VGMBASSYEpisode 54: 3DO Exclusives
Concluding a 2-part solo series focusing on obscure and failed CD-based consoles, Ed takes his 3DO off the shelf, dusts off the cobwebs, and delves into some of the music from games exclusive to the platform. There’s a lot to be explored here, with some extremely unique and memorable tunes that you may be hearing for the first time! From games with rockin’ music like Autobahn Tokio, the atmospheric dystopian beats of Iron Angel of the Apocalypse, or the playful industrial of Gridders, you’ll find a bunch of surprises and maybe a few new favorites!
A huge...2020-05-081h 55Podcast Archives - THE VGMBASSYEpisode 53: NEO GEO CD
SNK’s Neo-Geo game platform was an absolute monster. Designed as an arcade system which allowed fans to purchase identical titles for their homes, it featured an enormous memory capacity, huge, colorful, and well-animated sprites, and some amazing music thanks to its robust YM2610 sound chip. All of this came at quite a cost though; in the US, gamers were faced with a $700 console and over $200 per game!
How did SNK try and increase their market share? By releasing the Neo-Geo CD, a new console with internals nearly identical to the cart-based version, but with games on far...2020-04-241h 32Podcast Archives - THE VGMBASSY*BONUS EPISODE* Embassy Exclusive 21: Positive and Calming VGM
While the Embassy Exclusive shows are normally for Patreon Patrons only, we thought it might be nice if we made a special bonus episode for everyone to enjoy. Collected here are testimonials from VGMbassy patrons, with music and words of hope and encouragement for those having a difficult time with isolation and adapting to a “new normal.” We hope you find it uplifting and helpful.
A huge thank you to Indira J (The Misadventures of Buddy and Friend, Sacrimony) for the amazing VGMbassy artwork and design, and to Trevin Hughes (aka chiptune composer Jredd) for the podcast them...2020-04-2057 min
Podcast Archives - THE VGMBASSYEpisode 52: PICO-8 with The Diad
The PICO-8 is a fantasy console featuring a huge library of free games and a robust demoscene. It can be played on a wide variety of devices, and has built-in game development tools. So, just what the heck is a “fantasy console?” Think of it like an emulator for a system that never existed – developers create fully-featured games using a specific set of hardware limitations, and offer their products to the world at no charge. Many of these games have short but very pleasing soundtracks reminiscent of the Sega Master System or ZX Spectrum.
Joining Ed to discuss...2020-04-091h 44Fearless Church PodcastFear Less Love More: Pursue GenerosityChris Voltz challenges us to examine where we are finding our security in these trying times. Are we looking for security and control in the resources we have and trusting in ourselves, or are we depending and trusting in God? As we read in 1 Timothy 6, we are challenged to examine our hearts and pushed to see the truth that the key to abundance in the future is generosity, especially with our physical resources. Generosity is contagious, lets go fear less and love more!We are also joined by Chris, Kristell, Christian and Noah Williams in our "Take...2020-04-0641 minPodcast Archives - THE VGMBASSYEpisode 51: NEW and IMPROVED VGMBASSY is NEW and IMPROVED. You will ENJOY SPONSORED CONTENT and PURCHASE OBJECTS. DAN and ED will SHOW YOU the WAY
A huge thank you to Indira J (The Misadventures of Buddy and Friend, Sacrimony) for the amazing VGMbassy artwork and design, and to Trevin Hughes (aka chiptune composer Jredd) for the podcast theme song!
Check out the VGMbassy Patreon for some fantastic bonuses, including exclusive podcast content!
Thanks to our supporting Patreon patrons, who help make this show possible: Muddle MADness, Ryan Steel, Bedroth, Chris Murray, Cameron Chiles, David Parrish, Michael Bridgewater, Chris Myers, Donov...2020-03-2740 minPodcast Archives - THE VGMBASSYEpisode 50: Browsing Gaming Magazines with UtopiaNemo
It’s the 50th episode milestone celebration! To kick off the festivities for the occasion, Ed brings his friend and VGM scene veteran UtopiaNemo to the embassy to hang out and read some old video game magazines. The music they share on the show comes directly from pages of those classic mags, and the guys chat about some of their memories with GamePro, EGM, Diehard Gamefan, and more! To top it off, this episode’s incredible magazine-inspired artwork was created by VGMbassador Kung-Fu Carlito and his pal UltimateWarren!
In the tracklist, we’ve included links to digital versio...2020-03-132h 19Podcast Archives - THE VGMBASSYEpisode 49: SNES Memories with Cam Chiles from The Mad Gear
Straight from the mean streets of Turbo City, Bruce Irons (aka Cameron Chiles) of The Mad Gear VGM band is back! Following up on their last NES Memories episode, Cam and Ed zoom forward a few years and chat about their SNES memories, and recall some of the music that defined their gaming experiences. You’ll hear some SUPER tunes from some games that time may have forgotten… or maybe a few will bring back some fond memories of your own!
The Mad Gear’s Animated Series Kickstarter is LIVE! Follow the link below to check out their...2020-02-281h 51
Voltz Supreme's Synth VGM Dream Stream MachinePilot episode with Donnie SmallsHip-hop historian Donnie Smalls joins Voltz for this special pilot episode as they kick things off with some absolutely killer synth video game music! Track List: 1. Serendipity - Naoshi Mitsuda 2. Media Blues - 2mello 3. Alien Power - Yuzo Koshiro 4. No Gravity - Patric Catani 5. 25.3_N 91.7_E - Chris Christodoulou 6. Aquatic Ambience [David Wise] - Voltz Supreme2020-02-2828 minPodcast Archives - THE VGMBASSYEpisode 48 – Blind Listen 5: Project Xenon Valkyrie with Rob Nichols
Season 2 of The VGMbassy’s Blind Listen episodes starts with a stellar guest: Rob Nichols from Rhythm & Pixels! Patreon patron Dan Laughton has submitted a mystery soundtrack for the guys to listen to, and it’s an impressive one! Join in the fun as Rob and Ed use clues from the music to try and guess what kind of game they’re listening to, and see how close they come when all is unveiled at the end of the show!
Listen to Rob’s VGM podcast, Rhythm & Pixels, at https://rhythmandpixels.com/
Rob’s tech site, full...2020-02-142h 28Podcast Archives - THE VGMBASSYEpisode 46 – Crazy Golfing with LoganFresh back from the hustle and bustle of MAGfest, Ed decided a great way to chill out would be to play some nice, relaxing golf games with his son Logan. Logan had some other ideas, though! He brought out some of the wackiest, craziest games to ever involve sinking a ball into a cup, and totally wowed Ed with their amazing soundtracks. Presented for your enjoyment, dear listeners, is a collection of tunes that will have you shouting “What the GOLF?”
A huge thank you to Indira J (The Misadventures of Buddy and Friend, Sacrimony) for the amaz...2020-01-171h 11Podcast Archives - THE VGMBASSYEpisode 45 – Adventure Gaming with Chris Steenerson and Matt Sargent from VGJamThe VGMbassy rings in the new year of 2020 with some music from games that require logic, intellect, and a very dry sense of humor. That’s right, we’re talking about point and click adventure titles! Ed is joined by Chris Steenerson and Matt Sargent from the VGJam podcast, and the trio dig up some wonderful music from all types of adventure games. Plus, learn a bit more about Chris and Matt’s new podcast!
You can find out more about VGJam here: https://www.vgjam.com/
Watch Chris play games and write music on Twitch...2020-01-032h 24Podcast Archives - THE VGMBASSYEpisode 44 – Mystery Indie Bundle VGMWe’re doing things a little bit differently this time around: Ed purchased a bundle of ten random Steam indie game keys from a popular website with the intent of featuring the music from all of the games on a podcast episode. What he found was a collection of brilliant and engaging pieces of music by both veteran and up-and-coming composers! Learn a bit about the gameplay and soundtracks from some overlooked gems in the indie scene, and please visit the composers’ web pages while you’re at it!
A huge thank you to Indira J (The Misadv...2019-12-201h 15Podcast Archives - THE VGMBASSYEpisode 43 – In the Orchestra Pit with BedrothThe violins swell over a sea of tumbling timpani drums. A low grumble of brass bursts into a deafening roar as Nathan Drake crashes out of a window, a handful of would-be assassins following close behind. Orchestral and symphonic music is extremely important in setting the mood and tone of a scene, and on this episode, VGM community member Bedroth gives us the grand tour of the genre and its history. From humble synthesized beginnings on the SNES to fully-orchestrated games like Uncharted, there’s a wide range of incredible music in this episode!
You can check ou...2019-12-062h 17Podcast Archives - THE VGMBASSYEpisode 42 – RPG Battles with Joe and ToddWhen it comes to RPGs, what’s your favorite style? Maybe you like to plan out a slow and methodical attack in a turn-based battle. Or maybe you’d prefer to run right in and start slashing away in real time. Or maybe still, you prefer a more chess-like tactical experience. Whatever your preference, it’s undeniable that there are some incredible pieces of RPG battle music out there, and Ed is joined by his buds Joe and Todd to share some of their favorites. Ready your blade and start casting those spells, this episode has laughs, nostalgia, and a whol...2019-11-221h 45Podcast Archives - THE VGMBASSYEpisode 41: Metal Gear Memories vol 2 with GeneHe’s back! Pixelated Audio’s Gene Dreyband has infiltrated Outer VGMbassy to deliver a payload of tunes from Metal Gear side-stories. Together, he and Ed discover the wackier, less-canonical side of Konami’s flagship action series. Gene also hosts a hilarious quiz for Ed, with some surprising results. And to round it all up, some conversation about series director Hideo Kojima’s departure from Konami and what they’re looking forward to experiencing in his new game, Death Stranding. Tune your Codec to The VGMbassy, and try not to get spotted!
Catch more of Gene on his own VG...2019-11-082h 55Podcast Archives - THE VGMBASSYEpisode 40: Beat ‘Em Ups with Kung-Fu CarlitoIt’s a long time coming, but Ed has finally gotten around to punching out one of his favorite genres: Beat ’em ups. Fighting game fanatic and cohost of the Heroes 3 Podcast, Carlos, is the perfect man for the job – Together this tag-team of ruffians skulk down alleys infested with gutter punks, xenomorphs, wind-up toys, and… bears? It’s a wild ride filled with Asian action film trivia, terrific music, and some games you certainly need to check out!
You can find Carlos on the Asian action cinema-focused Heroes Three Podcast, right here: http://heroes3podcast.blogspot.com/
2019-10-252h 23Podcast Archives - THE VGMBASSYEpisode 39: Stop the Apocalypse! with EmilyMeteor strike. Nuclear war. Global warming. Disease. Zombies. The world ends in many ways in video game media, and the remaining humans have to find innovative ways to survive the resulting hostile landscape. Today, inspired by the latest climate-change news, Ed and Emily are presenting a selection of fantastic music from post-apocalyptic video games and examining the very different worlds they were written for. It’s not all doom and gloom, though! Hunker down in your nuclear vault and get ready for an extra-long, extra-entertaining discussion on all things apocalypse, along with some tips on how you can make so...2019-10-103h 44Podcast Archives - THE VGMBASSYEpisode 38: Kirby’s Adventures with LoganIt’s time for Ed and Logan to embark on a truly epic Kirby adventure! On today’s episode, the father-and-son duo play every main series Kirby game, pick out their favorite musical tracks from each, and discuss the evolution of the pink puffball’s gameplay and soundtracks from over 25 years of Kirby history. They talk about the benefits of “pixelated” versus “smooooth” graphics, remark on the maturity of the soundtracks over the years, and pick out their favorite games and songs at the end of the show. Get ready for music from Jun Ishikawa, Hirokazu Ando, and other veteran Kirby...2019-09-272h 10Podcast Archives - THE VGMBASSYEpisode 37: My Favorite Composers vol 2After leaving off on episode 32 with the first half of Ed’s list of favorite VGM composers, he’s back with the rest! Enjoy a very personal edition of the VGMbassy as he presents an all-star cast of artists and their incredible music.
A huge thank you to Indira J (The Misadventures of Buddy and Friend, Sacrimony) for the amazing VGMbassy artwork and design, and to Trevin Hughes (aka chiptune composer Jredd) for the podcast theme song!
Check out the VGMbassy Patreon for some fantastic bonuses, including exclusive podcast content!
Thanks to our suppor...2019-09-131h 53
Radioactive w/Mike ZFlaw Chris Voltz PodcastFlaw singer Chris Volz called in to talk about their tour coming to the House of Blues in Anaheim on September 24 and the Whisky A Go Go on September 25. Here's what we talked about:
The Late Show with Stephen Colbert (0-3:25)
Current tour, new HOB-Anaheim (3:25-5)
Static X and Flaw at Gotham December 2003 (5-7:30)
Ill Nino tours (7:30-10:15)
Tool (10:15-12)
Flannel Five (12-14)
Nu Metal Six Pack (14-16)
Redskins Football (16-end)2019-09-1218 minPodcast Archives - THE VGMBASSYEpisode 36: Challenging Games with Dan LaughtonWhat motivates you to beat a game? Maybe you want to see all the content the developers worked hard on adding to it. Maybe it’s for storyline closure. Maybe leaving a game unfinished causes you stress, and that’s motivation enough. On today’s show, special guest VGMbassador Dan Laughton‘s driving force is to be the very best. Whether it’s completing a speedrun of a title, or being one of a handful of gamers to complete all the challenges in a notoriously difficult game, Dan likes to stick with it until it’s fully mastered. On this episode...2019-08-302h 09Podcast Archives - THE VGMBASSYEpisode 35: NES Memories with Cam ChilesIf you grew up in North America in the 80’s, you probably have a few stories about the NES. Even if you didn’t own one, chances are a friend did. Cam Chiles, drummer/arranger in the awesome VGM band The Mad Gear wanted to share a few of his own NES stories on the show. Ed had quite a few stories too, so they got together and made an awesome podcast about ’em! Imagine yourself in your childhood bedroom as you kick back and listen to some great NES soundtracks and relate to some very heartfelt and humorous tales o...2019-08-162h 22Podcast Archives - THE VGMBASSYEpisode 34: Making Arrangements with DiscoCactusDiscoCactus isn’t your typical VGM cover band. It’s an ever-changing and evolving consortium of talented, classically-trained musicians who not only love to play video game music, but have the chops to arrange pieces on the fly and let the music inspire their improv-heavy live performances. Its members include graduates from the Yale School of Music, Video Games Live soloists, and more. On this amusing and informative episode, Ed sits down with Doug Perry, Sam Bobinski, and Laura Intravia and chats about everything from being inspired by David Lynch to hanging out with David Wise! Join us as we p...2019-08-022h 37Podcast Archives - THE VGMBASSYEpisode 33: Switch Indies with Cam WermeThe Nintendo Switch has captured the hearts of many gamers around the world. In addition to excellent first party titles from the Mario and Zelda series, there are countless top-quality indie games available on the eShop or in limited-run game cards. To top it off, these games often have incredible music written by up-and-coming composers! On this very portable episode, Cam Werme swings by the VGMbassy and joins Ed to talk about some of their favorite Switch indies. Don’t have a Switch? Don’t fret! Many of these games can be found on other platforms too!
A hu...2019-07-192h 32Podcast Archives - THE VGMBASSYEpisode 32: My Favorite Composers vol. 1Ed flies solo for the first time in almost a year, showing off a great collection of music from game composers who have impacted him in some way. This is only the first half of the list, so get ready for volume 2 coming soon!
A huge thank you to Indira J (The Misadventures of Buddy and Friend, Sacrimony) for the amazing VGMbassy artwork and design, and to Trevin Hughes (aka chiptune composer Jredd) for the podcast theme song!
Check out the VGMbassy Patreon for some fantastic bonuses, including exclusive podcast content!
Thanks to ou...2019-07-051h 49Podcast Archives - THE VGMBASSYEpisode 31: Light Sci-Fi with EmilyJust like there are two sides to every coin, there are two distinct flavors of sci-fi video games. On episode 6 of The VGMbassy, Emily joined Ed as he shared music from some of his favorite music from dark sci-fi games. Now it’s Emily’s turn! The light side of sci-fi is the name of the game this time around, as Emily shares some incredible music from her favorite titles. There’s a lot of talk about just what exactly defines the “light” and “dark” sides of this genre. Do you agree? What are some examples of light sci-fi that you enjoy...2019-06-202h 40Podcast Archives - THE VGMBASSYEpisode 30: The Diad Challenge 2The Diad Challenge is back by popular demand! Ben and Ed had so much fun researching and presenting game-related topics back on episode 7, that they’ve returned with a new collection of game music to challenge each other with! On this episode, you’ll learn all about stars (with special guest Logan,) history’s most interesting court jester, Norse mythology, and a bunch more wacky and interesting topics. As always, there will be incredible music to share and discuss too. Do you accept the Diad Challenge? Hop on board and enjoy!
You can check out more of The Di...2019-06-072h 12Podcast Archives - THE VGMBASSYEpisode 29: Bowling with John JekelIf you can SPARE some time for us, we’ve got an episode that will STRIKE you as entertaining and fun! Yes, if you haven’t guessed from the terrible puns, we’re talking about music from bowling games today. John Jekel (aka Mixxmaster) has stopped by the VGMbassy bowling lanes to talk about the sport that he and Ed have been playing for years. They’ve got tunes from living room favorites like Wii Bowling, and some amazing deep cuts from games you may want to avoid. Plus, the guys grade the games in several categories using a “Strike, Sp...2019-05-241h 58Podcast Archives - THE VGMBASSYEpisode 28: Oxenfree with Jordan WermeToday, Jordan Werme from the Table to Stage podcast joins Ed for an in-depth look at an award-winning, super-creepy, and super-fun indie title called Oxenfree. Aside from the incredible 80’s throwback soundtrack, the game features incredible voice acting and gorgeous visuals, sure to please any fan who’s looking for a well-rounded package in their library. Listen in as the gentlemen deep-dive into the soundtrack composed by Andrew Rohrman (aka SCNTFC) and share the inside story about the development team behind the title.
Check out Jordan’s podcast, Table to Stage, for interviews with talented folks from around...2019-05-101h 57Podcast Archives - THE VGMBASSYEpisode 27: Drum and Bass with Rob NicholsIt can be a magical feeling when you hear your one of your favorite genres of music in a video game, especially when it’s authentic. Rob Nichols (from VGM podcast Rhythm & Pixels) and Ed have both shared a love for Drum and Bass music since the 1990’s, both in VGM and on the radio waves. Today, they share some of the best Drum and Bass video games has to offer, present a bit of the history behind the music, and chat about some of their favorite producers and composers over the years.
Hear more of Rob Nich...2019-04-262h 00
B.I.T.S, The Boston Improv Talk StationThe Improv Saved My Life Podcast Episode #94 (Ashley Voltz & Chris Kaufman)The Improv Saved My Life Podcast Episode #94 (Ashley Voltz & Chris Kaufman)
In this episode Tom is joined by two really funny improvisers from independent improv team, Cuddle Party, Ashley Voltz & Chris Kaufman. Topics discussed include both Chris & Ashley's improv comedy backgrounds, Cuddle Party & a bunch of random topics.
Stories Without Roofs is looking for volunteers of all kinds to assist with helping homeless youths produce short stories and fully realized plays based on their work. It is an awesome cause and could use all the support that can be given. Contact Tom Boyer or Misch Whitaker for volunteering opportunities.
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All Things That Fly RC PodcastInsideHeli #106 - Nothing Goes As PlannedChaos! The planned guest doesn't make it and James is sick again, so Chris and Bobby fall back on news and reviews. Tune in!
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Voltz 350 watt power supply
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EPBuddy parallel balance/charge adapter
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