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BitCast - A Gaming PodcastBitCast Ep. 132 - Console Health, Subscription Fatigue, and Fixing Storefront “Slop”Jake Martin and co-host Landry Smith return after a long break to discuss the current “state of play” for gaming, including major shifts at PlayStation and Xbox, the Switch 2’s early momentum, and how PC and console experiences are increasingly converging. They share frustrations with rising subscription costs and debate whether subscription models help or hurt creativity. In Landry’s new segment “Let’s Fix That,” they call out digital storefront “slop”—misleading, low-quality, and explicit shovelware flooding PlayStation and Nintendo shops—and suggest stronger curation and publishing limits. They wrap with what they’ve been playing, including Landry’s praise for Xenoblade Chr...
2026-03-1456 min
Coffee Break with JakeGrowing Your Business (a Spotlight Interview with Jake Voll)The tables have turned. Jake Voll (the host of Coffee Break With Jake and CEO of SS&Si Dealer Network) is in the hot seat this time! Tyler Martin takes over the mic to uncover the story behind one of the alarm industry's most distinctive distributors: how a family business and an eBay side hustle evolved into a national competitor that punches well above its weight class against billion-dollar giants.This isn't your typical origin story. Jake reveals the unconventional strategies, "poison pill" competitive edges, and relationship-first philosophy that allowed SS&Si to carve out dominance in...
2025-12-1645 minBitCast - A Gaming PodcastDonkey Kong Bananza Review - August 2025 - Ep. 130Jake Martin and Landry Smith dive into their review of Donkey Kong Bananza for the Switch 2, sharing their honest thoughts and critiques. Don't miss Skill Tree Triviai!! Timestamps:00:00 Intro00:53 COVID Experiences and Parenting Challenges03:02 Book Discussion: East of Eden05:24 Gaming Disconnection and Industry Trends12:08 Housekeeping and Podcast Overview12:47 Donkey Kong Bonanza Review14:25 Gameplay Mechanics and Design Critique24:35 Exploration and Level Design Issues36:53 Critique of Game Design and Levels37:27 Challenge Rooms and Puzzles38:32 Character and Enemy...
2025-08-121h 09BitCast - A Gaming PodcastSwitch 2, Mario Kart World, and DK Bananza - June 2025 | Ep. 129In this episode of BitCast, your hosts Jake Martin and Landry Smith discuss the concept of nostalgia in gaming, the recent DK Bonanza Direct, and delve into initial thoughts on Mario Kart World. Don't miss the new segment called Skill Tree Trivia! Timestamps:00:00 Intro05:20 The Issue with Nostalgia in Gaming21:17 Donkey Kong Bananza Direct Impressions35:23 Game of the Month - Mario Kart World & Dragon Age: The Veilguard50:53 Skill Tree Trivia58:00 Outro
2025-06-231h 00Coffee Break with JakeLeveraging Social Media to Grow Your Security BusinessIn this episode of Coffee Break with Jake, we’re diving into the power of social media marketing and how security professionals can use it to grow their businesses. Hosted by Jake Voll, this conversation brings together experts in marketing and security to discuss what works, what doesn’t, and how to stand out in an industry that often struggles with engaging content.In this episode...Jake Voll shares his journey of growing his LinkedIn presence to over 1 million impressions in the past year and how he’s leveraged it to grow his network and busine...
2025-03-0657 minBitCast - A Gaming PodcastThe games industry is falling apart | August 2024Welcome to BitCast Episode 123 for the month of August, hosted by Jake Martin and Landry Smith. We celebrate over a hundred episodes with a new, streamlined format. Dive into the latest gaming topics, industry changes, and this month's game releases like Astro Bot and Black Myth Wukong. We also revisit the Portal 2 for our Game of the Month Club. Don't miss 'Name That Game Music', where we attempt to guess tunes from different video games.
00:00 Intro
06:05 Topic of the Month
40:01 Game and Watch
49:40 Portal 2 - Game of the...
2024-09-071h 16BitCast - A Gaming PodcastNot E3, Chrono Trigger, Beyond Good and Evil | June 2024Join hosts Jake Martin and Landry Smith on BitCast episode 121 for a packed discussion on June 2024.
They cover major gaming events, including Summer Games Fest, Sony State of Play, Xbox Showcase, and Nintendo Direct.
The hosts also share their thoughts on Chrono Trigger and wrap up with 'Name That Game Music!
Time Stamps:
00:00 Intro
09:28 The Month in Gaming News
45:32 The Games of June
50:59 Game n' Watch July
55:42 Game of the Month Club - Chrono Trigger
01:11:29 Name That Game...
2024-07-041h 22BitCast - A Gaming PodcastPaper Mario & The Thousand Year Door | May 2024Join hosts Jake Martin and Landry Smith in BitCast Episode 120, where they dive into the latest gaming news from May 2024. They discuss major updates from Square Enix, Microsoft, and Nintendo, new game announcements like Assassin's Creed Shadows, and notable releases including 'Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown' and 'Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door.'
TimeStamps:
00:21 Intro
03:16 The Month in Gaming News
30:59 The Best Games from May 2024
39:53 Interesting Bits from the Month
42:13 Soapbox Segment: Paper Mario the Thousand Year Door Remake
45:30 Game N...
2024-06-011h 16
Fridge FriendsBrad Goulby and MundekKill Tony alumni Comedian Brad Goulby and Boise legend Mundek join your host Jake Martin on this hilarious episode of the Fridge Friends Podcast! These two class acts pack this episode full of stories about touring and preforming together. Vegas comedian Brad Goulby talks shop with Mundek about the struggles of trying to make money off your mouth hole in more entertaing ways than what you're picturing. Mundek is a founding producer of the comedy production team Stand Up Six feet Under which you can follow on Instagram. Be sure to look up Brad and Mundek on Social media...
2024-05-201h 31Fridge FriendsJack WheelerJack Wheeler in the Fridge! This week we have comedian Jack Wheeler joining your host Jake Martin on the Fridge Friends Podcast. Jack is producing his first headlining show live at the Voodoo Cellar on August 19th the two year Anniversary of his first ever standup set. He talks about his comedic process and how he has grown as a comic. He discusses getting the opportunity of a lifetime; opening for legendary comedian Bert Kreischer. We dive into his first ever 15 minute set, his first 30 minute set, working as an opener and a feature act and how all of...
2024-05-201h 07Fridge FriendsVictor PellegrinoWe have comedian Victor Pellegrino in the Fridge this week for another exciting episode of Fridge Friends Podcast! Victor joins your host Jake Martin for a fun filled conversation about our hilarious lives and stand up comedy! We share our experiences doing open mics and shows and talk about how victor came to become a comedian. In this episode we show how disability can become a superpower and how Victor is able to make some of the funniest jokes out his personal life. Thanks for tuning in and getting a taste of Boise comedy!
2024-05-1956 minFridge FriendsAndrea WilsonAre you ready for some laughter therapy? In this episode of Fridge Friends Podcast our host Jake Martin welcomes the hilarious comedian Andrea Wilson to the show. As always, Fridge Friends combines the perfect blend of comedy, conversation, and stories! So grab your favorite beverage and settle in for an hour of pure entertainment! We start the show talking about Casey Rocket's past in the Boise Comedy scene. Andrea is a mother, a PTA member, and hilarious stand up comedian! She was a finalist placing 2nd in Boise's comic of the year 2023 and provides a unique view of life...
2024-05-191h 04BitCast - A Gaming PodcastBalatro BABY! | April 2024Jake Martin and Landry Smith offer an engaging rundown of the latest gaming news, insightful discussions, and fun segments. They start by diving into Balatro, a novel roguelike poker game, and share their insights on recent game releases, the impact of the Wii U and 3DS server shutdowns on gaming, and the state of Xbox’s Q3 financials.
The episode also touches on Nintendo skipping Gamescom, debates around ethical game reviews, Microsoft's efforts in game preservation, and predictions for Nintendo's future endeavors. Notably, the duo reminisces about their favorite Wii U and 3DS games, provides a sneak pe...
2024-05-091h 10BitCast - A Gaming PodcastThe Legacy of Akira Toriyama | March 2024In this episode, hosts Jake Martin and Landry Smith recap the biggest gaming news from March, take a sneak peek at upcoming releases for April 2024, and discussions ranging from the legacy of Akira Toriyama to 'nontroversial' microtransactions.
A special focus is placed on Castlevania: Symphony of the Night, exploring hidden spells, game secrets, and the innovative mechanics that set it apart from the rest.
Thanks for tuning in, to talk about some stuff!
Time Stamps:
00:00 Intro
08:40 This Month in Gaming News
55:26 Game n' Watch April 2024
57:56 Game of the Month Club
01:13:33 Name That Game Music
01:17:47 Outro
2024-04-021h 19BitCast - A Gaming PodcastDiscussing Best Picture Nominees for the 96th Oscars (Bonus Episode)Jake Martin, Zack Flowers, and Gordon Inman share opinions on each of the nominees, and cast their votes for which films they want to win, and which one is most likely to win!
Time Stamps:
0:00 Intro
01:00 Introducing Film Buff Extraordinaire: Gordon Inman
05:51 American Fiction
17:25 Anatomy of a Fall
30:43 Barbie
46:45 The Holdovers
53:10 Killers of the Flower Moon
01:04:15 Maestro
01:14:51 Oppenheimer
01:29:41 Past Lives
01:42:07 Poor Things
01:56:14 The Zone of Interest
02:09:41 Oscars Predictions...
2024-03-082h 16BitCast - A Gaming PodcastWhat's up with all these layoffs? | February 2024In the 117th episode of BitCast for February 2024, hosts Jake Martin and Landry Smith cover a range of topics including the PlayStation State of Play, Microsoft's speculative role as a third-party publisher, layoffs at Sony, and the formation of the IGN union.
They also introduce the 'Horse Armor Trophy' awarded to PlayStation for the month's worst PR. The episode is packed with segments like the Month in Gaming News, Game Watch, and the Game of the Month Club featuring 'Golden Sun'. Thanks for tuning in, to talk about some stuff!
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2024-03-021h 10BitCast - A Gaming PodcastOur Favorite PlayStation 3 Games | BitCast - A Gaming Podcast Ep. 115Landry and Jake take a trip down memory lane and each list off five of their favorite PlayStation 3 games. They also talk a bit more about Balder's Gate 3 and Charles Martinet retiring! Thanks for tuning in to talk about some stuff!
Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
02:10 Jake's Tired of Twitter (X)
08:54 Reader Question
13:11 Baldur's Gate 3 is HOT
19:19 Charles Martinet, the Voice of Mario, Has Retired
22:47 Our Favorite PS3 Games
01:14:55 Outro
2023-08-291h 17Fridge FriendsVictor Pellegrino S2EP3 Fridge Friends Podcast My apologies for having these episodes uploaded out of order. I'm better with jokes then I am with technology. In this episode of the Fridge Friends Podcast your host Jake Martin welcomes Comedian Vitorrio “Victor” Pellegrino to the fridge. We talk about the entertainment industry, Victors start in comedy, what comedy was like before the corona virus pandemic and how it has changed. He talks about comedians who are still in the Boise comedy scene and doing comedy at the famous Liquid Laughs which is no longer a comedy venue in Boise. We talk about Wiseguys comedy club announcing a club...
2023-01-2747 minFridge FriendsComedian Eric Cole Season 2 Episode 4Comedian Eric Cole has been in the stand up comedy game for over a decade! We talk about his journey into comedy. Moving to Idaho from New York. His love for wrestling and how he was made into a playable video game character in a wrestling game. He discusses the dos and don't of roast comedy and why he loves to do Roasts, Roast Battles and all forms of insult comedy! Eric Cole holds court on what it is like to be doing comedy for 10+ years both locally and on the road. You won't want to miss the vital...
2023-01-271h 02
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastThe Last of Us TV Series ImpressionsThe Last of Us premiere is one of HBO’s biggest debuts since Game of Thrones. Landry, Ryan, and Jake give their overall impressions of the premiere, what changes they liked and maybe didn’t like, and then talk about hopes for the future of the series. What did you think of HBO’s, The Last of Us? Let us know by writing into bitcast@bitbloggist.com!
Time Codes:
00:00:00 - Intro
00:03:18 - What are ya playin'?
00:03:23 - Landry - Tunic
00:05:48 - Ryan - Chess
00:08:52 - Jake - God of War Ragnarok (still)
00:14:01 - The Last of Us (HB...
2023-01-241h 05
Fridge FriendsStand Up Comic Victor PellegrinoVittorio "Victor" Pellegrino joins your Host Jake Martin in the Fridge to talk about his journey as a standup comedian. We discuss the boise comedy scene, what it was like before the corona virus pandemic and how things have changed. He shares his goals and how he started comedy. We talk about local comedy venues and what it was like to preform at Liquid Laughs which is no longer a comedy venue in Boise. Victor has lots of stories and he has some of the darkest and most hilarious jokes I have seen in Boise comedy! Join us for...
2023-01-1840 min
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastGames of 2023 We're Most Excited ForAnother year gone and another year ahead of us. Jake, Justin, and Matthew look at games slated for release in 2023, and pick three of their most anticipated titles. What are you most looking forward to? Let us know by writing into bitcast@bitbloggist.com!
Time Codes:
00:00:00 Intro
00:04:12 What are ya playin'?
00:04:19 Justin - Chained Echoes
00:06:42 Jusin - Every 2D Simpsons Game
00:09:31 Matthew - Final Fantasy 1 Pixel Remaster
00:10:43 Matthew - Okami HD
00:11:44 Jake - Tunic
00:13:57 Jake - Mario & Luigi Superstar Saga
00:15:16 List of 2023 Games
00:25:23 Like a Dragon: Ishin
00:30:09 One Piece Odyssey
00:32:26 Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Ki...
2023-01-151h 04Fridge FriendsNiko Lukoff on the Fridge Friends Podcast! S2E2Niko Lukoff is a stand up comedian and creator of the Facebook group Displaced Comedians. He joins your host Jake Martin in the fridge to talk about opening for Bill Burr, doing roadshows, his start in doing open mics on the road in several states, zoom comedy, VR comedy, and how his experience in this variety of different ways to preform stand up comedy led him to create displaced comedians a group connecting over 10,000 comedians, bookers, and show promoters! Niko has experienced so many styles of making people laugh! visit Laughyoulukoof.com to see his upcoming shows crossed the...
2023-01-121h 35Fridge FriendsFridge Friends With Forces of Nature Danny Monsoon and Tanya CopeFridge Friends Podcast is back for the 2023 season with two hilarious stand up comedians! Danny Monsoon and Tanya Cope are the creators of Forces of Nature Comedy! An upcoming comedy and content creation duo that is going to take the industry by storm! We talk about Boise’s comic of the year competion that Tanya, Danny, and your host Jake Martin are all competing in starting January 6th. We talk about the free Jake Movement at the welcome to the oasis music festival, painting murals and graffiti, life in Alaska, penis size, a recent joke thief in the Boise co...
2023-01-052h 36
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastBest Games of 2022It's time to reflect on 2022 and all of the great games that released this year. Mark, Landry, and Jake have each chosen three games that they believe were the best releases they played, and at the very end rate 2022 holistically. Which games will come out on top? Tune in to find out!
Time Codes:
00:00:00 Intro
00:01:56 Best Games of 2022
00:02:15 Tunic - Mark
00:06:17 God of War: Ragnarök - Landry
00:10:31 Elden Ring - Jake
00:15:20 Marvel Snap - Mark
00:20:12 Horizon Forbidden West - Landry
00:24:28 Inscryption - Jake
00:26:50 Mario Strikers: Battle League - Mark
00:30:52 TMNT Shredder's Revenge - Landry
00:34:25 2022 Gaming Re...
2022-12-1338 min
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastBeing a Gamer Dad: ReloadedIt's been 5 years since Dustin and Jake talked about what it's like being a dad gamer. At that time, only Dustin had just entered into the world of parenthood. Now, Jake and Dustin reconvene on the mics of BitCast to talk about their lived experiences so far, and hopefully distill some wisdom to those who are new or soon-to-be parents.
Time Codes:
00:00:34 - Intro
00:04:33 - What are ya playin’?
00:10:51 - Being a Gamer Dad
00:37:15 - Outro
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2022-12-0739 min
Fridge FriendsAaron WienmillerComedian Aaron Wienmiller makes his debut in the Fridge with yours truly Jake Martin. This is a classic discussion between two comedians that goes in several directions. We touch on Aaron's comedy career and his first stand up experience at the world-famous Laugh Factory in Los Angeles, CA. Aaron plays base and every now and again does musical comedy. We dive into the different bands he has played for and how his love for music and comedy has grown over the years. We talk about dangerous pets and working for public transportation. Come join us in the Fridge for...
2022-07-271h 11
Fridge FriendsEpisode 11 Brandon HenryComedian Brandon Henry and host Jake Martin produce some wild stories on this week's episode of Fridge Friends! Brandon is from Louisianna and talks about working on oil rigs, his time in the military, what brought him to Idaho and so much more! Join us as we learn more about what type of life it takes to become Brandon Henry!
2022-06-2237 min
Fridge FriendsEpisode 10 Graham LeMayGraham LeMay A upcoming Boise comedian chills out in the fridge! We discuss comedy, open mics, getting booked, networking, and music mics. We share our views on the Police and on extremist groups. Come listen to Graham and your host Jake Martin together in a hilarious conversation between two aspiring stars.
2022-06-151h 14Fridge FriendsOne man Show Episode 8 Jake MartinI updated The 8th episode as there was some technical issues. Now listen to an even longer cleaner, more comprehensive solo podcast with comedian Jake Martin! I am excited to share my goals with everyone. I discuss my experiences in comedy, podcasting and a bit about my life and family. I talk about some interests of mine, future guests on the show, and I announce a big show coming up for the end of the summer!
2022-06-0347 minFridge FriendsYoung guns of Boise Comedy Episode 7 Jack Wheeler and Ian YearsleyJack Wheeler and Ian Yearsley Join your Host Jake Martin after an open mic to discuss the highs and lows of being a new comedian, or atleast that was the plan. We dive into a delightful discussion that in true Fridge Friends fashion becomes friendly banter between hilarious individuals.
2022-05-251h 32Fridge FriendsEpisode 4 Comedian Cayden McknightYour hosts Ry Beezy and Jake Martin sit down with comedian Cayden Mcknight and discuss our fun filled comedy stories together! Cayden and Jake experienced a comedy road trip together as well as a local head trip at a backroom comedy show! Like and subscribe for more new episodes every week!
2022-05-0442 min
BitCast - A Gaming Podcast2022 Best Picture PredictionsZack and Jake meet again for the SIXTH annual Best Picture Predictions podcast. We're not just making predictions though, we're also talking about each of the ten nominated films, discussing the ups and downs, scientifically ranking them, AND THEN, we're predicting which film will take home the coveted award.
Timecodes:
(00:00:00) - Intro
(00:04:52) - Belfast
(00:12:38) - CODA
(00:23:50) - Don't Look Up
(00:32:18) - Drive My Car
(00:36:57) - Dune
(00:46:02) - King Richard
(00:53:39) - Licorice Pizza
(00:59:18) - Nightmare Alley
(01:08:38) - The P...
2022-03-251h 36
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastGames of 2022Mark and Jake take a look at all of the games that are coming out in 2022. Those with confirmed release dates and those that are supposed to come out this year.
Time Codes:
What are ya playin'? (00:03:38)
Games with release dates (00:15:40)
Games with unconfirmed release dates (00:39:45)
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2022-02-0354 min
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastNintendo Switch Online - Worth It?Is the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion worth it?
Join Landry and Jake this week as they talk about Nintendo's new $50 online service, and if it's worth your hard-earned money.
Timecodes:
What are ya playin'? (00:07:01)
NSO + Expansion Discussion (00:17:07)
Outro (00:47:56)
Podcast Theme by ok, tyler
2021-12-3049 min
Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show!Josh Martin (Actor) || Ep. 2In the second episode, Jake, Chris, Matthew and Wyatt chat with actor Josh Martin, where they talk about how he got into acting, his time performing in the Barney the Dinosaur suit (from the TV series and concerts to meet-and-greets and hospital visits), voice acting in the Dragon Ball franchise and so much more!
2021-07-1954 min
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastOur E3 2021 Recap and ReviewWe’ve had our predictions episode, now it’s time to review E3 2021. Landry, Mark, Matt, and Jake talk about their favorite moments, their biggest letdowns, and of course, their overall thoughts.
2021-07-071h 04
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastOur E3 2021 Predictions and AnalysisLandry, Jake, and Mark talk about E3 2021. The different shows that are currently scheduled are all over the place, and it's the first time in history that we'll have an 'All Digital' E3!
Timecodes:
(00:00:00) Intro
(00:03:04) - What’re Ya Playin’?
(00:18:04) - E3 Lineup So Far
(00:34:53) - What we would like to see from Nintendo
(00:50:18) - What we would like to see from Xbox
(01:01:38) - What we would like to see from PlayStation
(01:14:52) - Outro
2021-06-041h 16
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastBest Picture Predictions for the 93rd OscarsIt's our FIFTH year for our annual Oscars or Academy Awards podcast. Zack and Jake discuss all of the best picture nominees and which one they think will win. Even if you don't intend on watching the Oscars, but have an interest in some of these movies, you should definitely listen in!
2021-04-251h 07
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastNintendo 2021 PredictionsThis is our first four-man zoom podcast and it's one you don't want to miss! Landry, Mark, Matt, and Jake are on the podcast this week to talk about what they hope to see from Nintendo in 2021, along with their own pie-in-the-sky prediction. Listen in to see if you think our dreams will become reality!
2021-02-1645 min
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastPlayStation 2020 Year in ReviewThe last podcast in our Year in Review series is finally here. Jake and Eric jump on the mics to discuss the Good, Bad, and Ugly of 2020 for PlayStation. Last year we saw the release of the PlayStation 5, along with a slew of other excellent titles like: The Last of Us: Part 2, Ghosts of Tsushima, Final Fantasy 7 Remake, Spider-man: Miles Morales, and much more.
2021-01-2845 min
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastXbox 2020 Year In Review2020 was a pretty rough year for many reasons. Gaming however, seemed to be more popular than ever. Xbox had a mixed bag of a year, so Mark and Jake get together to discuss. In 2020, we saw: the Halo Infinite delay, Xbox Series X and S launch, Zenimax and Bethesda acquisition, Game Pass continued growth, and much more.
2021-01-1234 min
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastThe Game Awards Recap + PS5 ImpressionsLandry and Jake talk about the 2020 Game Awards, and Jake gives his impressions on owning the PS5 so far. This show is also debuts a regular (hopefully) segment called Higher or Lower, where the player is asked to wager what might happen in the future.
2020-12-231h 06
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastOur Top 5 Favorite Games of All TimeThis is a special episode where we take a break from the news cycle, and talk about our top five favorite games of all time. We would list out the games for you here, but that would ruin all of the fun. Tune in to take a trip down memory lane with Landry and Jake. What's your 'Top 5'?
2020-10-171h 18
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastSuper Mario Bros. 35th Anniversary and Xbox Pricing!Landry and Jake have the pleasure of discussing a rather large week of news! The Mario Bros. 35th Anniversary was full of surprises, the best obviously being the long-rumored, Super Mario 3D All Stars Collection! Also, Xbox confirmed the pricing and release date for their TWO next gen consoles, the Xbox Series S and X. Tune in, to talk about some stuff!
Timecodes:
Intro - (00:00:00)
What are ya playin'? - (00:03:28)
Xbox Series S and X Thoughts - (00:11:30)
Super Mario 35th Anniversary Breakdown - (00:22:40)
Outro - (00:56:06)
2020-09-1657 min
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastGames of 2020 and Looking at Next GenMark and Jake talk about what games they're playing (00:02:51), games of 2020 (00:08:05), game of the year (00:28:56), Nintendo's marketing (00:31:34), Switch 2 rumors (00:41:09), and place their bets on the next gen console winner (00:43:03).
2020-09-0153 min
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastThe Last of Us Part 2 Spoilercast pt. 2We're back with part two of our spoilercast discussing... you guessed it, The Last of Us Part 2. Ryan, Landry, and Jake talk about the final moments of the game, and go into any other details that we found interesting.
2020-07-071h 12
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastThe Last of Us Part 2 Spoilercast pt. 1Sorry for any confusion but this is part one of our spoiler-filled review for The Last of Us Part 2. Landry, Ryan, and Jake talk about everything that's happened up to this sequel in the first game, break down gameplay, world-building, and much more. We absolutely love this game, and hope you enjoy hearing us nerd out about it.
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Timecodes:
(00:00:00) - Intro
(00:05:19) - The Last of Us Recap
(00:11:23) - The Last of Us Part 2 Gameplay
(00:32:09) - World Building
(00:42:55) - World...
2020-06-281h 20
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastAnimal Crossing: New Horizons Hype!Woah! It's been a while! Sorry for the delay folks! Landry and Jake are on the mics this week, OVER VIDEO CHAT, to discuss everything from gaming in quarantine, and of course Animal Crossing: New Horizons!
(00:00:00) - Intro
(00:04:04) - What Are Ya Playin’?
(00:09:46) - Gaming During Quarantine
(00:13:44) - Everything is Cancelled!
(00:28:11) - Mario Remasters for Switch?
(00:41:29) - Arms in Smash Ultimate!
(00:44:14) - Animal Crossing: New Horizons Impressions
(01:09:07) - Outro
2020-04-081h 10
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastState of Gaming in 2020We've had a somewhat slow start to 2020, but big announcements from each console manufacturer are just around the corner. Mark and Jake predict what may be in store for Nintendo (00:13:33), PlayStation (00:32:09), and Xbox (00:45:21) this year.
2020-02-191h 07
BitCast - A Gaming Podcast2020 Oscars PredictionsWe had a great year of movies in 2019, and each of the best picture nominees show that. Zack and Jake walk through each nominee, give their honest opinions, and then predict who will win at this year's Oscars.
2020-02-091h 48
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastThe Best Nintendo Switch Games in 2019Landry and Jake run through their personal picks for the best games on the fantastic Nintendo Switch. What are some of your favorites?
2019-10-191h 07
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastE3 2019 RecapE3 2019 has already come and gone. Now that we've had a month-or-so to let the information digest, Landry and Jake run through all of the announcements, by each developer. Bethesda really only had Doom Eternal and a few new interesting IP's. EA was pretty weak outside of Jedi: Fallen Order. Nintendo brought some exciting news with Banjo in Smash and a Breath of the Wild Sequel. Square Enix showed a lot of Final Fantasy 7, with a disappointing reveal for their Avengers game. Ubisfot spend a lot of time on Watch Dogs, and Xbox kinda, just, flopped...
2019-07-151h 15
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastE3 2019 PredictionsIt’s the most wonderful time of the year! E3 is back and you know what that means… it’s time for some predictions. Join Landry and Jake on this week’s podcast as they guess what might be revealed at E3 2019. The actual predictions start close to the 10 minute mark, so if you want to skip past the insightful banter, feel free to do so.
2019-06-061h 21
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastWhat is Google Stadia?Google Stadia is the aforementioned tech giant's step into the gaming space. It's a streaming service that allows anyone to access a game on any device, no matter how graphically intensive, within 5 seconds. While that all sounds nice and dandy, we're not totally sure that's exactly how it's going to work. Join Jake and Landry as they navigate some standing questions about the "future of gaming."
2019-03-271h 02
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastHappy Second Birthday, Nintendo Switch!Matt and Jake are back on the mics for this week's podcast to talk all about the Nintendo Switch. It's been two years since the system initially launched and a lot has changed in that time. We've seen the release of huge titles like Breath of the Wild, Mario Odyssey, Splatoon 2, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, and Pokemon Let's Go! to name a few.
2019-03-141h 06
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastThe 91st Academy Awards PredictionsZach Flowers and Jake are on the podcast this week to talk about all of the best picture nominees. There were some excellent movies this year, so if you consider yourself a movie buff, or someone who just generally enjoys movies, stick around to hear what we think about them!
2019-02-241h 41
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastGames We're Looking Forward to in 2019If you didn't catch our last podcast, we were talking about the best games of 2018. Now Landry and Jake are back on the mics this week to talk about the games that we most excited about in 2019! It's already shaping up to be an exciting January with Kingdom Hearts 3 releasing next week.
2019-01-2436 min
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastOur Favorite Games of 2018Now that 2018 has come and gone, it's time to look back at some of the best games of 2018. Join Landry Smith and Jake as they run through their top 10 games of 2018. Do keep in mind that these lists are subjective, and while we tried to play every "good game" that came out in 2018, we certainly didn't get to all of them.
2019-01-171h 21
BitCast - A Gaming Podcast2018 Game Awards PredictionsJake and Landry are on this week's podcast to discuss the 2018 Game Awards. Also, in the week of video game news, PlayStation has decided to skip E3, PUBG is coming to PS4, and Pokémon Let's Go is pretty dang fun! Tune in to talk about some stuff!
2018-11-201h 15
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastLast Smash Ultimate DirectOn this week's podcast, Michael and Jake pour over every detail that was shown during the most recent Smash Ultimate direct. This is the last Smash Direct before it's release on December 7th, 2018, and boy did we get a lot of new information. Tune in to talk about some stuff!
2018-11-0649 min
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastRed Dead Redemption 2Cameron and Jake are back on the mics this week to talk about the PlayStation Classic lineup and all things Red Dead Redemption 2!
2018-10-3151 min
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastIndie Highlights ImpressionsLandry Smith and Jake are back on the mics this week to talk about a whole bunch of video game and pop culture news: MoviePass is Toast, Diablo 3 is headed to Nintendo Switch, New Super Mario Bros U is reportedly being released this year, and Bloodstained Ritual of the Night has been delayed to 2019.
The main topic of the show revolves around the Indie Highlights presentation that Nintendo unleashed at Gamescom this week. Spoilers, it wasn't too exciting.
2018-08-2250 min
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastSuper Smash Ultimate ReactionsChattanooga’s Best Video Game Podcast is back again this week with all kinds of news. Join Matt and Jake as they break down the new Red Dead Redemption 2 Trailer, and nerd out about all things Smash Ultimate!
2018-08-1436 min
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastOctopath Traveler ReviewIt's been about a month since we last podcasted but the video game industry doesn't slow down! Landry and Jake talk about No Man's Sky, the next Google Platform, and of course, Fortnite. The main topic of the show revolves around Octopath Traveler, and what we think about it.
2018-08-071h 14
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastE3 2018 RecapWe're back with a PACKED episode wherein Landry Smith, Matt Intemann, and Jake run through each developer conference and discuss some major wins and some major losses of E3 2018
2018-06-271h 23
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastGod of War PS4 SpoilercastWell, they say that it's sometimes better late than never! Join Eric Higgins and Jake Martin as they break down the most relevant gaming news of the week and then jump into a full spoiler discussion of God of War PS4. If you guys haven't picked up this game yet, now is most definitely the time.
2018-06-2757 min
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastReady Player One ReviewAaaannnd we’re back! On this week’s podcast, Landry, Cameron, and Jake break down all the news from the week: Amazon’s Breakaway, was cancelled, Niantic and their Pokémon Go Lawsuit, and the Spyro Remastered Trilogy is coming this year! Then we talk about Ready Player One. Arguably, this year’s biggest pop culture movie. Does it hold up to the book? Find out!
2018-04-1154 min
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastPushing the Envelope of StorytellingNew backdrop Alert! Join Cameron and Jake as they break down the latest news from the week: Sega Genesis Collection, E3 Shakeups, Fortnite Mobile, and the ongoing saga that is, Battlefront 2. The main topic of the show deals with Far Cry 5, but more so, the idea of pushing a sensitive
2018-03-2757 min
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastThe 90th Academy Awards DiscussionThe 2018 Oscars have come and gone. This was originally recorded live on March 4th, 2018. Zach and Jake break down the Best picture nominees and explain why they think their respective choices should win.
2018-03-071h 35
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastOur Favorite Video Games of 2017We’re back with our first, four-man podcast on Video EVER! Join Eric, Matt, Cameron, and Jake as they break down the biggest video game news stories of the week. Then, join in on the discussion as we go through our favorite video games of 2017.
2018-02-071h 18
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastNintendo Direct Announcements - New Studio! (Sort of)Holy smokes folks! We're finally back at it! After about of a month of zero podcasting, we're back and better than ever. We have a new, almost finished, studio, complete with fancy decorations and a new table! Matt and Jake both love Nintendo, so you know that we had to talk about that new Nintendo Labo goodness! Join us to talk about some stuff!
2018-01-271h 11
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastPC Gaming v. Console GamingOn this week’s podcast, Chattanooga's Very Own, Stephen Pippin and Jake talk about console gaming versus pc gaming. There are a lot of passionate people out there pertaining to this subject, and we try to break it down as best as we can.
2017-12-091h 02
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastCall of Duty: WW2Cameron and Jake talk about all of the relevant pop culture news from the last week. Unfortunately, some of that news has to do with sexual harrassment. The rest of the news deals with Lord of the Rings, Battlefront 2, and of course, the new Call of Duty.
2017-11-2252 min
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastSuper Mario OdysseySuper Mario Odyssey is finally here and we've had some time to gather our thoughts on the game. Join Michael and Jake as they discuss the week's biggest news, and talk about how great Super Mario Odyssey is.
2017-11-0957 min
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastStar Wars Battlefront 2 BetaWe’re back at it this week with another great episode of BitCast. Cameron and Jake talk about microtransactions in games, esports getting added to Hulu, Hey Arnold!, Overwatch, and Andrew House leaving Sony. Our main topic of the show covers the Battlefront 2 Beta, and we provide our thoughts on it.
2017-10-1352 min
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastMetroid is Back!On this week's episode of BitCast, Matt and Jake discuss all of the recent news from last week; Thatgamecompany's new game, J.J. Abrams is directing Star Wars...again, some of the announcements from the recent Nintendo Direct, and finally, Metroid: Samus Returns!
2017-09-2052 min
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastIt Spoilercast DiscussionJoin us on this week's BitCast as Josh and Jake discuss the week's biggest game news. We cover Switch VR, Re-Stocks for the Super NES Classic, AND the NES Classic, PewDiePie, Destiny 2, the Apple Keynote. Our main topic of the show is the recent horror movie, and massive success, Stephen King's, It.
2017-09-1450 min
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastApple and Augmented RealityOn this week's episode of BitCast, Cameron and Jake cover: the switch outselling the PS4, Awesome Games Done Quick relief for Hurricane Harvey, E-Sports in the Olympics, iPhone 8 Rumors, Destiny 2, Knack 2, Samus Returns, and AR technology!
2017-09-0952 min
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastThe Great SNES Classic Pre-Order DebacleIt's a big episode of BitCast this week for multiple reasons, but mainly because we were able to get a Pre-Order for the SNES Classic and Jake is recording solo this week! He talks about everything from Rocket League, to Overwatch, to the ethical dilemma of the so-called "Tai Ding Bot."
2017-09-0228 min
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastHow Important Are Final Bosses?This episode of BitCast breaks into a few relevant news Stories; we talk about: Splatoon 2 DLC, Splatfest victors, Rainbow Six Seige, Yooka Laylee on Switch, and upcoming games for August. Then we delve into the main topic of the show: Breath of the Wild had a pretty underwhelming boss battle, so Matt and Jake break down if that matters or not.
2017-08-1745 min
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastSpider-Man: Homecoming SpoilercastWe're back! Sorry it's been a minute! Join Eric, Josh, Matt, and Jake this week as they discuss everything Spider-man: Homecoming. We go through acting, story, favorite scenes, deficiencies and everything else in-between. Eric also thinks that Spider-man 1&2 are better movies, and some of us disagree with him.
2017-07-1152 min
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastOur E3 Hopes and Predictions | BitCast Episode 31Join Jake and Matt this week as they break down a week of big announcements before E3. Then they discuss what they think Playstation, Xbox, and Nintendo will reveal, as well as what they hope to see from each respective publisher.
2017-06-0641 min
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastGuardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 Spoilercast ReviewGuardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 recently came out, so Eric, Josh, and Jake talk about everything they liked, didn't like, and what we think will happen next!
2017-05-1247 min
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastWhat Does "Being a Nerd" Mean?This week's BitCast features the ever insightful Jonathan Moore. As a BitCast newcomer, Jonathan takes Jake to task and asks him questions about what "being a nerd" really means. Listen in to hear some surprisingly interesting thoughts!
2017-04-281h 14
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastThe Fate of the Furious Spoiler Free DiscussionFate of the Furious is a pretty dang good movie. Josh, Eric, and Jake attempt to talk about the newest Fast and Furious without spoiling anything too severe... we also have our first guest call in!
2017-04-2552 min
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastThe Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Spoiler Free ReviewMatt, Spencer, and Jake get together this week to tackle the beast that is Breath of the Wild. We discuss if it's hard to play video games as it gets warmer outside, and of course all things Zelda. No Spoilers, so you are safe to listen!
2017-04-1147 min
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastLogan SpoilercastJoin Jake, Josh, and Eric this week as they discuss the last standalone Wolverine movie starring Hugh Jackman. We spend the first 15 or so minutes just talking about the trailers, so if that doesn't interest you, skip it! Warning, extreme spoilers, so don't listen to this episode if you have any aspirations of watching this film!!
2017-03-2149 min
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastNintendo Switch ReviewThe Switch is here! Spencer, Matt, and Jake talk about the hardware, UI, software, and services available at launch. Let us know what you think in the comments!
2017-03-1445 min
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastJohn Wick: Chapter 2The boogeyman is back in this direct sequel to the film, John Wick. Jake and Josh break apart the film and talk about the most notable scenes, characters, and plotlines. We play a new movie knowledge game, and go for another round of Trailer Trash Talk!
2017-02-2242 min
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastFor Honor Beta ImpressionsJoin Josh, Eric, Cameron, and Jake this week as they talk, in-depth, about the For Honor Beta. General synopsis, the game is okay. We discuss if it's something we could see ourselves buying down the road. Eric tells us a story again, and the drink of the show is a nice Old Fashioned.
2017-02-1455 min
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastAre Horror Games Returning to Form?In this week's episode of BitCast, Josh Zermeno, Eric Higgins, and Jake Martin discuss their recent experiences with Resident Evil 7: Biohazard, and try to figure out if this game in particular defines where the horror genre is heading. Games like Outlast, Prey, and Alien Isolation tend to point in that direction. Drink of the show: Spooky Juice
2017-02-0955 min
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastNintendo Switch Conference ReactionsJoin Jake, Josh, Matt, and Jacob as they discuss the most recent showing of the Nintendo Switch press conference. We discuss everything from the price of the console to the games and more.
2017-01-2258 min
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastThe Last Guardian SpoilercastJake just recently finished The Last Guardian, so now Josh was finally able to discuss it with someone! Join the guys this week to talk about everything from controls, visuals, audio, and story. WARNING: FULL SPOILERS!
2017-01-1653 min
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastPokémon Sun and MoonWe're back with another BitCast! Jacob, Jake, and newcomer Michael, discuss all things Pokémon! We talk about the new changes that we like, weird Alolan evolutions, and so much more!
2016-12-021h 03
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastPlaystation Event ReactionThe Playstation 4 Pro and the redesigned PS4 are now a thing and Sony didn't do the best job of detailing their new consoles. Jake, Cameron, and Jacob jump into the details and figure it out.
2016-09-141h 04
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastGamescom 2016 and PS4 Slim?Matt and Jake get together to talk about all of the news coming out of Gamescom 2016 like: Overwatch, Battlefront, Yooka-Laylee, Titanfall 2, Pokemon Sun and Moon, and Final Fantasy 15! We also delve into the details about the most recent PS4 Slim leaks!
2016-08-251h 00
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastPokémon Go!This is a week late, but you know what they say, better late than never! Spencer Bradshaw, Stephen Pippin, Josh Zermeno, and Jake get together again to talk about Pokémon Go! and everything they've experienced so far. Much hilarity ensues.
2016-07-2252 min
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastMovie Talk With David BrelsfordD-Brelly and Jake sit down to discuss Tarantino and Scorsese, their movies, and some actors that exist within said movies. Some lovely Gin and ginger ale drinks were also concocted for this episode.
2016-04-201h 13
BitCast - A Gaming PodcastBatman vs Superman SpoilercastJosh, Eric, and Jake sit down with some neat whiskey and talk about Batman vs Superman: Dawn of Justice. We go through everything from the characters to the plot itself. Tune in to hear more!
2016-04-0656 min