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Maximum UtcastMaximum Utcast - 02 - Slamming Summer with the Sapphic Gals and Hollywood HoganOn a jam-packed episode of Maximum Utcast, we're talking all about wrestling, from the passing of Hulk Hogan to his star making role in the TV show Thunder in Paradise (that coincidentally was adapted into a kusoge, Thunder in Paradise Interactive). Later, Jonathan talks to Sarah Carapace about her time spent heavily customizing the game WWE 2K19 to make it a full of ladies and extremely lesbian-centric. Rounding out the show, Zoey talks about her time customizing characters in wrestling games, and throughout the episode, watch out for that 24 inch python!0:00:00 - The Three Issues Affecting the Youth2025-08-121h 26
Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing266: How To Get Steadier Returns and Less Volatility Through Real Estate with Daniel Angel-MejiaIn today’s episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan welcomes Daniel Angel-Mejia, managing partner at Apex Investments, for a conversation about sustainable real estate growth, building solid operations, and finding your way into development the smart way. Daniel brings international experience and a background in finance to his work in residential real estate, combining strategic planning with on-the-ground execution to drive long-term returns. Daniel’s investing career began in Colombia, working with institutional clients before moving to the U.S. and landing in Atlanta. Initially focused on single-family fix-and-flips, he gradually shifted towa...2025-08-0745 min
Maximum UtcastCurrently Playing - 13 - Christine from Outside of the Box - Two Point MuseumWe're talking about all the robots that are fit for combat on this month's Currently Playing where Daniel is joined by Christine of Outside of the Box to talk about how she's playing Two Point Museum (and Two Point Campus). It's a game series that scratches the itch of hyperfixation while providing a cozy take on resource management and might even teach you a bit about financial literacy. From there we have a brief stop off to talk about Power Washing Simulator before moving on to talking about Daniel's thoughts on Cave Story Plus and then Christine challenges Daniel...2025-08-0537 min
Maximum UtcastMaximum Utcast - 01 - Stranded on Censorship IslandIt's the bombastic first episode of the Maximum Utcast! Starring Zoey Handley and Jonathan Holmes with a special appearance by Coco Hendershott! Getting into the hottest news of the day about 2 different kinds of censorship, one of which involves Lollipop Chainsaw, and the other involves basically every indie game on the entire internet. Which one is real? Listen and find out! Later, the gang gets into kusoge discussions about Escape from Bug Island and then Jonathan chats with Coco about Death Stranding 2 and how it really ups the ante from the first game. Then Jonathan quietly contemplates life to...2025-07-291h 04
Maximum UtcastTalking to My Boy About Videogames - 12 - Is Donkey Kong Bananza Just Minecraft, But Good?Jonathan and Ryan dig deep on Donkey Kong Bananza to uncover what's great and what's maybe not so great about it, getting into some interesting theories about characters and contrasting DK with CK (Clark Kent, AKA Superman). Has Nintendo basically been making "good" Minecraft over and over with all their games from the last few years? Do people Ryan's age care about the Switch 2 or GTA6? Jonathan is excited for Mina the Hollower and Shovel Knight: Specter of Torment, but can he pry Ryan away from his Minecraft Lego set before Ryan falls asleep? Who knows?!?0:00:00 - Rick...2025-07-2241 min
Maximum UtcastTTWAV Ep 111 - Talking to the Maximum Women About the Utmost VideogamesOn the eleventy first and final episode of Talking to Women about Videogames (main show! the feed lives on!) Jonathan and Tanya lament the state of the videogames world while looking forward to new horizons. Jonathan interviews Zoey Handley of Maximum Utmost, a once and future collaborator where they talk about "kusoge" or "crap games" and lament about how the enthusiast press mistreated them both. But they're back, in Maximum Utmost form!And the announcement that we've been holding onto for a little while is that TTWAV and Maximum Utmost will be merging into a beautiful fusion of...2025-07-1459 min
Maximum UtcastCurrently Playing - 12 - Dad Mode (Lollipop Chainsaw, Mario Kart World, et al) with Jonathan HolmesWe're talking with one of the hosts of Talking to Women about Videogames on this episode of Currently Playing, Jonathan Holmes, writer for Nintendo Force Magazine, MTV reality star, illustrator, video producer, musician, and all-around Rennaisance man. Due to the unique nature of his personal and work life, he's currently playing a little bit of everything and a whole lot of nothing. We get impressions about Mario Kart World, mini Tetris, Lollipop Chainsaw RePOP, Shadows of the Damned Hella Remastered, SNK vs. Capcom SVC Chaos, Street Fighter 6, PuzzMiX, F-Zero GX, and more. We go through a few rounds of...2025-07-041h 13
Maximum UtcastYeah! - 12 - Usher - Yeah!In the finale (for now?!?!) of Yeah! our Yeah-nalyists finally dance with the one who brung them in the form of digging deep on Usher's "Yeah!" We touch on the connections to Jonathan's alter ego Freaky Constantina, dissect Usher's status as a sex symbol, get into a case of Crunk Juice, and try to put a button on the ubiquity of "Yeah!" as a lyric. While the show may be put on ice for a while, feel free to dig into the old episodes right here on this podcast feed and also see additional analysis of this song from...2025-06-2634 min
Maximum UtcastCurrently Playing - 11 - Cozy Games (Palia, Fields of Mistria, Kabuto Park) with KaiCurrently Playing is back with an old friend in the form of Kai, a frequent main show guest who's been busy with her school work but is happy to drop by and talk her recent faves in the cozy games space. She's been playing the farming MMORPG Palia, the fantasy farming sim Fields of Mistria, and the bug catching card battler Kabuto Park. Daniel mistakenly calls these "Animal Crossing-likes" but Kai sets him straight. Later they get into a bit of their thoughts about the Switch 2 before recapping Daniel's thoughts about Sword of Vermilion. Finally, Kai challenges Daniel to final...2025-06-121h 04
Maximum UtcastTTWAV 110 - Switch 2 and Romeo is a Dead Man Excitement IntensifiesWe're talking about the Switch 2 and the trailer for the latest game from Suda51, "Romeo is a Dead Man" shown off on this week's Sony State of Play on this white hot, electric episode of Talking to Women about Videogames. Or is it a "Talking to My Boy about Videogames" stealth episode? You'll have to listen to find out! Even baby Charles makes a guest appearance so you never know who will show up next!0:00:00 - It's All Happening0:01:30 - Worlds Collide0:02:21 - Mario Kart World, What's Going On?2025-06-0753 min
Maximum UtcastYeah! - 11 - Black Sabbath - Fairies Wear BootsDid "Yeah!" just become a metal podcast? Did this song even appear in a videogame? What the heck is even going on? Who knows?!?! But on this episode we learn that Fairies Wear Boots, Ozzy wants to go to the doctor, Toni Iommi is missing some body parts, and Jonathan loved listening to this song as a kid with his brother. Later we learned that Black Sabbath was one of Daniel's first concerts and Tanya...doesn't really care for them too much.0:00:00 - Howlin' Charles0:01:47 - "Fairies Wear Boots" SHOULD Have Been in a Videogame0:07:26 - A...2025-05-2838 min
Maximum UtcastCurrently Playing - 10 - Metaphor: ReFantazio with Shy FoxWe're talking about Metaphor: ReFantazio on this month's Currently Playing with guest Shy Fox of the Fix Your Heart or Die Podcast. Fox has been exploring connections between the work of David Lynch and other media for the last few months on his podcast and while Metaphor doesn't really fit that mold, we're happy to chat about it here. Daniel is completely unfamiliar with the Persona/SMT format of this game so we get into the details of how these games work for complete newbies and discover that perhaps Metaphor: ReFantazio is a great place to start if you've...2025-05-141h 04
Maximum UtcastTTWAV Ep 109 - The PAX/Gex 2 For 1 Power EpisodeReporting (almost) LIVE! from the PAX show floor, Jonathan and Tanya recap Tanya's first PAX experience before jumping over to an interview with the #1 fan of Gex, the Gecco from the 90s, Izzy Kestrel. They dig deep into forgotten and abandoned Gex games and we learn a lot about Dana Gould. Talking to Women about Videogames is the Cure for what ails ya!0:00:00 - The Pressure's On0:02:03 - The PAX/Gex 2 for 1 Power Episode0:03:20 - Tanya's First PAX0:12:56 - The Secret of Gex Posting with Izzy Kestral0:49:34 - The Yoshitaka Amano Gex-nection0:51:16...2025-05-101h 01
Maximum UtcastTalking to My Boy about Videogames - 09 - Crashing Down Genre BarriersOn this very busy day, Jonathan and Ryan record the show while also playing Castle Crashers. Jonathan shares some of his early life experiences growing up with videogames as a retreat from his real life and Ryan says that real life is better than Minecraft. A few different videogame genres are discussed before landing on the small number of genres that all games can be classified as. The SD card also ran out of space early so this episode is unfortunately cut a little bit short.0:00:00 - Very Busy Guys0:01:32 - Playing Castle Crashers As We Speak2025-04-3024 min
Maximum UtcastYeah! - 10 - Twisted Metal 3 + Brütal Legend - SuperbeastOn this hard rockin', non-stoppin', monster stompin' episode of Yeah! (greatest podcast in the world, 2 months running) we're talking all about Rob Zombie and his song "Superbeast" that was featured on at least 2 videogames! Rob Zombie was on top of the world in 1998 when Twisted Metal 3 released...they even let him sort of be the boss of the soundtrack for the game! He then got tapped again in 2009 to appear on the soundtrack for Brütal Legend alongside Ozzy Osbourne. We get into the weirdness of Mr. Zombie (or is it Mr. Cummings?) and his roots in a sleepy M...2025-04-2336 min
Maximum UtcastCurrently Playing - 09 - Black Myth Wukong with MarcyCurrently Playing returns with a first ever live in person recording! Daniel talks to his friend Marcy (musician, teacher, world traveler) about the game Black Myth: Wukong which is based on the Chinese novel Journey to the West. We take a deep dive into the origins of the company behind the game, Game Science, and their connection to the story and Chinese culture before discussing some of the finer details of the gameplay and the challenging Soulslike subgenre. Since Marcy was able to record in person he joined Daniel for playing Streets of Rage 4 which made the classic "couch...2025-04-161h 19
Maximum UtcastTTWAV 108 - Switch 2 Thousand Nine Was Fine, Bionic Commando Nostolgia a Crime?Jonathan and Tanya are back to talk about what nostalgia for current events might look like in the future. They cover the current tough times including the Switch 2's price (along with the USA's tariff affecting the price) before switching it up to talk about nostalgia for 2009. While they're there, Sarah Carapace stops by to talk about the Bionic Commando reboot that never really launched. Back in the current day, Jonathan notes how cranky game developers can get when they get older and blows up Tanya's spot regarding her enjoyment of the game Royal Match.0:00:00 - Emo Comes...2025-04-101h 01
Maximum UtcastTalking to My Boy About Videogames - 08 - The Kids Are DoomedOn this sticky episode, Jonathan and Ryan extensively cover the latest news in Minecraft before talking more Shovel Knight and Poppy's Playtime and deeper cuts like Retro City Rampage and Shakedown Hawaii. Jonathan explains some of the dangers of gambling in videogames and that practicing a skill in the right ways is the only way to get better. Ryan has a few shocking revelations and Jonathan predicts doom for the next generation.0:00:00 - Getting Down to Business0:01:43 - The New Things in Minecraft0:07:48 - Learning How to Tell a Good Story0:11:23 - Back...2025-04-0240 min
Maximum UtcastCurrently Playing - 08 - Vampire Survivors with Dr. Glen HoodThis month on Currently Playing, Daniel chats with an old friend named Glen who happens to be a well respected evolutionary biologist but also is a lifelong fan of videogames. Glen has been obsessively playing Vampire Survivors lately and though he really loves the game, he also wishes it didn't keep crashing on his phone. Later in the show, Daniel recaps his experience with playing the Stanley Parable, before Glen challenges Daniel to play Streets of Rage 4. At the end of the show, in lieu of a standard plug, Glen makes a reasoned and well-informed plea to the public to edu...2025-03-1952 min
Maximum UtcastTTWAV Ep 107 - Connecting with Humans in an World Overrun by AIThis month on Talking to Women about Videogames, Tanya is gone and has been replaced by a man! Jonathan pontificates on the nature of what it means to be human and how people can connect in a world overrun by AI, and then he gets into the weeds on that topic with an extremely long segment with guest Aysha Farah, games writer and narrative designer behind the upcoming queer sci-fi visual novel The Sky Left Us.0:00:00 - A Place on the Internet for Guys to Talk about Videogames0:03:07 - I Know I Know Aysha Farah2025-03-121h 25
Maximum UtcastTalking to My Boy About Videogames - 07 - Pokemon Presents Plus Ryan's Review Round-up!In the wake of the recent Pokemon Presents video, Jonathan and Ryan run through most of the highlights of the video including the new game Pokemon Legends Z-A, the new cards, and Pokemon Champions for Switch and Phones. Later, Ryan gives his reviews of several games such as Kero Blaster, Box Boy & Box Girl, Terminator 2D, and Poppy's Playtime. There's also tons of cat chat.0:00:00 - Feeling Miserable Suddenly0:01:58 - Pokemon Presents Pokemon Day0:04:43 - Pokemon Champions for Switch and Phones0:05:07 - Puggymin Cards0:06:08 - Starting a Cat Podcast?0:06:59 - Little Kitty, Big...2025-03-0533 min
Maximum UtcastCurrently Playing - 07 - Battle Royale Buffet (Apex Legends, et al) with Alex ApolloWe get a comprehensive crash course on the genre of battle royale games on this month's Currently Playing, covering PUBG, Fortnite, COD: Warzone, and more before learning that Alex's favorite of the bunch is Apex Legends for its interesting settings and memorable characters. Alex enjoys playing these games for their community aspects and he shares his passion for gaming with his young daughter. In the backlog section, Daniel reveals his thoughts of Bastion and he gets challenged to play the Stanley Parable.0:00:00 - Welcome to the Show, Alex!0:01:05 - What Even Are Battle Royale Games?0:04:04 - Hi...2025-02-2558 min
Maximum UtcastYeah! - 08 - Vitamin Connection - DJ Dog-Bone With Special Guest James Montagna Of WayForwardYeah! - 08 - Vitamin Connection - DJ Dog-Bone with Special Guest James Montagna of WayForward.mp3On this extra special video version of the Yeah! Podcast, Jonathan and a DJ Dog-Bone impersonator welcome game director James Montagna of WayForward to talk about his game Vitamin Connection. From their previous chat 12 years ago, Jonathan and James chat about everything from "Adventure Time - Hey Ice King! Why'd You Steal Our Garbage?!!" to newer projects like "Yars Rising" and "Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp," while still making plenty of time to talk about "Vitamin Connection" on its 5 year anniversary. James gets into...2025-02-2036 min
Maximum UtcastTTWAV Ep 106 - Casey Explodes 2024 and Spirit Swap Fits to a TOn a very sleepy February episode of Talking to Women about Videogames, Jonathan and Tanya get political! Casey Explosion shows up to guide us through her top 12 games of 2024 (hint: go watch her video at the link below!) Finally, Jonathan introduces us to the newest T shaped world of Keita Takahashi in the game "to a T".0:00:00 - Knoctober0:03:08 - "Pepper Grinder," the New Tongue Twiser0:04:21 - "Spirit Swap - Lofi Beats to Match-3 To" is the Anti-Musk0:08:12 - Recapping Casey Explosion's Top 12 Games of 20240:45:19 - Being a T(een) in "to a T"2025-02-1358 min
Maximum UtcastCurrently Playing - 06 - Kingdom Hearts, Yakuza Kiwami, and Signalis with Dr AdamThis month on Currently Playing, Dr. Adam stops by to chat with Daniel about an academic take on the Kingdom Hearts series. The chat veers all over the place, landing on Adam's recently completed run of Yakuza Kiwami before switching up to talk about how both of them are kind of scaredy cats when it comes to horror games such as Signalis. At the Backlog section, we get a recap of last month's challenge, Insanely Twisted Shadow Planet, and Adam challenges Daniel to finally pick up Bastion from Supergiant Games.0:00:00 - Welcome to the show, Dr. Adam!0:02:51 - Ca...2025-01-2256 min
Maximum UtcastTTWAV Ep 105 - Minecraft 2 (or not!) Switch 2 (maybe!) & the Fire Emblem Series (definitely!)This month Jonathan talks extensively with Lyn about the Fire Emblem series in an overview of how the plucky, weird series has such staying power in spite of not being exactly what is hot with the kids because of genocide in a turn based strategy game with anime characters. Elsewhere, Jonathan and Tanya talk about the "sequel to Minecraft" and the "sequel to the Switch," plus we get Tanya's vision for the future of videogames.0:00:00 - Those Words, So Many, Together0:02:12 - No Joke Content0:03:26 - It's Just Minecraft Again0:07:44 - An Overview of the...2025-01-1559 min
Maximum UtcastYeah! - 06 - Elite Beat Agents - September.mp3January is a great time to talk about "September," so with that in mind we chased away the clouds of winter with a chat about Elite Beat Agents for the Nintendo DS. We talk about where rhythm games were at in 2006, the origins of this game that should have had more releases in America, why the game never really caught on Stateside, and how weird it was. Jonathan also spends about a minute in the middle talking about the GI Joe cartoon for some reason.0:00:00 - A Big Fan, Chasing the Clouds Away0:01:27 - Where Were Rhythm...2025-01-0938 min
Maximum UtcastYeah! - 05 - Rhythm Heaven - Thrilling Is This Love (Fan Club)
On this Thrilling! episode of Yeah! we talk about the song "Thrilling! Is This Love?" from Rhythm Heaven/Rhythm Tengoku's Fan Club level where a singer apprehensively sings a love song to a group of monkeys. We get into how the Rhythm Heaven series never really found its roots in America despite having a J-Pop powerhouse producer at the helm and the 1-2 punch of marketing prowess from Beyoncé and Jonathan Holmes. Will Rhythm Heaven ever return? Find out on this Thrilling! new episode of Yeah!
0:00:00 - Happy Birthday, Mr. Jonathan0:01:57 - Where is J...2024-12-2538 min
Maximum UtcastTtWaV Ep 104 - YIIK-Y Fish, Castlevania Survivors, And Perfect Tommy
Jonathan talks to Elly about the history of the Castlevania series as its explored through the Vampire Survivors "Ode to Castlevania" update. From there he chats with Indie Alpaca about their interest in the game YIIK and it's latest I.V update that totally changes the game!
0:00:00 - Give Me That Filet-O-Fish0:02:30 - Always and Forever, Mildly Anxious0:04:38 - Sucking Up Your Free Time in Castlevania and Vampire Survivors with Elly0:35:10 - Perfect Tommy0:35:47 - Analyzing YIIK I.V with Indie Alpaca1:24:54 - Wrap Up/Plugs/Thanks Patrons!1:29:11...2024-12-181h 30
Maximum UtcastCurrently Playing - 05 - Red Dead Redemption 2 with RoseThis month on Currently Playing, Daniel is joined by frequent Talking to Women about Videogames guest Rose. They chat about their ongoing obsession with the "cowboy simulator" Red Dead Redemption 2 and the two get into what makes a game good...is it realistic bathroom action? Then they get into last month's Backlog challenge where Daniel reveals he has become a Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth convert. Finally Rose challenges Daniel to play Insanely Twisted Shadow Planet.
0:00:00 - Welcome to the Show, Rose!0:02:06 - Red Dead Redemption 20:18:35 - Backlog Recap: Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth0:25:27 - Backlog Challenge...2024-12-1132 min
Maximum UtcastTalking To My Boy About Videogames - Ep 4 - The Cherry Pepsi And Potato Chip Bribe
On a relaxing Thanksgiving week (posted the next week because Jonathan started vomiting for days shortly after this was recorded), Jonathan chats with Ryan about videogames over a refreshing cherry Pepsi and a delicious bag of chips. What starts with Jonathan trying to talk about Marvel vs. Capcom 2 quickly shifts around to discussing Angry Birds (the movie, that should really get a videogame adaptation some day), and the Adventure Time/Minecraft crossover episode that Jonathan completely missed in the show's original run. Ryan offers up a few campaign slogans and also delivers the hard hitting facts about...2024-12-0335 min
Maximum UtcastCurrently Playing - 04 - Gestalt and Tekken 8 with ElsaTaking your mind off of current events with videogames has been a pastime for years so today we're talking with Elsa, a frequent Talking to Women about Videogames guest, about a few of her recently played games. We start off chatting about the Metroidvania-style game Gestalt: Steam and Cinder before switching up to chat about Tekken 8 with a bit of discussion about fighting games in general. Rounding things out we get to Daniel's thoughts on the Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Booster Courses and Elsa challenges Daniel to take on the daunting task of playing Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth.0:00:00 - Welcome...2024-11-1249 min
Maximum UtcastTtWaV 103 - Touching Down on Shadows of the Damned Hella RemasteredOn this very busy week, Jonathan and Tanya talk about Good Days and bad days, and a little bit of Skittles-based ASRM before settling in for a chat with bbbbbeatle where Jonathan talks with her about her frequent drawings of Travis Touchdown (there's over 4700?!?!). It's a Very Suda51 Holiday Episode because Jonathan and Tanya return to talk about Shadows of the Damned Hella Remastered for an extended bit on the back half of the show. Then out of nowhere Jonathan gives his Switch 2 predictions right at the end!0:00:00 - The Free Shopping on the Street with Your Child2024-11-051h 12
Maximum UtcastTalking To My Boy About Videogames - Ep 3 - Let's Play Horror GamesFor spooky month, Jonathan and Ryan do some live game playing on the podcast of two games, Retro Realms: Halloween, and The Rocky Horror Show Video Game. Ryan gives a few ideas of videogames involving the undead and the Godzilla universe of monsters, and Ryan informs us of the evolving world of swears. The pair also discuss the game Clock Tower Remastered and talk a little bit about "Shadows of the Darned: Hecka Remastered" and give an update on their progress of Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom. And finally, Ryan's not totally sold on Among Us, but he...2024-10-2944 min
Maximum UtcastCurrently Playing - 03 - Omori with Alannah Guevara
Daniel chats with writer, poet, and zine editor Alannah Guevara about Omori, a turn-based RPG focused on emotions and trauma inspired by the Mother series. They take wild divergences talking about creativity, laziness, and how The Games Are Too Damn Expensive. We get Daniel's thoughts on last month's challenge to play Outer Wilds, plus Alannah makes recommendations for Daniel to do some Nintendo Switch homework.0:00:00 - Putting in Effort for Lazy Ideas0:04:26 - Currently Playing - Omori0:19:46 - Omori Spoiler Warning0:20:49 - Omori Spoiler Free Chat Continues0:28:46 - Backlog Recap - Outer Wilds0:34:25 - Ba...2024-10-1652 min
Maximum UtcastTtWaV 102 - Horror Games are Trash, Austin Powers Sucks & Empathy Rules!
This spooky month on Talking to Women about Videogames, Jonathan and Tanya talk about yokai and Austin Powers. There's a bit of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom chat and some discussion of the final Splatoon 3 Splatfest. Jonathan chats with new guest Charlotte about having empathy and ignoring the arbitrary rules in gaming spaces. Returning guest Zoey Handley also runs through a number of recent games like Dead Rising Deluxe, Resident Evil Revelations, Rocky Horror Show Video Game, Keep Driving, and more. Tanya also shares about losing her father and the emotions connected to wanting to still maintain a routine in...2024-10-091h 18
Maximum UtcastTalking to My Boy About Videogames - Ep.2 - Hangin' Out With CatsThis month, on a cat heavy episode, Jonathan and Ryan try to talk about Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom but the conversation quickly gets derailed for some lively banter about poop and pee. Ryan reveals that he wants no limits on his videogames and he dislikes water levels. There's also extremely brief discussion of the history of the beat 'em up genre along with the upcoming new entries in the genre, GI Joe: Wrath of Cobra, Toxic Crusaders, Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Rita's Rewind, and Karate Kid: Street Rumble.
00:00:00 - I'd Rather Be...2024-10-0131 min
Maximum UtcastYeah! - 02 - Craxy Taxy - All I wantThis month on Yeah! Jonathan, Tanya, and Daniel discuss the landmark success of the game Crazy Taxi both in the arcades and on the Dreamcast and how the inclusion of music by a plucky punk rock band known as the Offspring would help cement the game's legacy as a major hit for Sega, long outliving the arcade and the console that spawned it. We also take wild divergences into talking about Seaman, Shenmue, MTV's Road Rules Season 5: The Northern Trail, 2024 Politics, and the Beatles.
0:00:00 - A Comic Book Announcement
0:00:33 - WWJD: The...2024-09-2439 min
Maximum UtcastCurrently Playing - 002 - Blue Dragon with Jenny
This month on Currently Playing, Daniel summons Jenny from the void where she accidentally got sent at the end of her appearance on Talking to Women about Videogames. She's currently playing a nostalgic game for her, 2006's "Blue Dragon" for the Xbox 360. Later they dissect the recommended game Papers, Please and Jenny passionately recommends Outer Wilds.Show Notes0:00:00 - Comic Book Announcement0:00:56 - A Summoning Ritual0:02:47 - Currently Playing - Blue Dragon0:18:18 - Stare Into Eternity/Nostalgia0:23:01 - Backlog Recap - Papers, Please0:26:02 - Backlog Recommendation - Outer Wilds0:32:34 - Wrap Up...2024-09-1734 min
Maximum UtcastBody Swapping Sexy Legacy of Kain into an Infected PS5 ProThis week for the 101st episode spectacular we're trying some Wacky Wednesday stuff with an emergency body swap! We talk about the PS5 Pro and Bloodborne, plus Jonathan chats with Elly about more games than we can count. Later we welcome new guest Artemis for a deep dive into the lore of the Legacy of Kain/Soul Reaver series. Extra special thanks to Elsa for helping out this week!
Show Notes:0:00:00 - What If We Became Other People?0:02:16 - What Is the Grilled Cheese Hack?0:03:49 - PS5 Pro, You Must Be This Pro...2024-09-121h 20
Maximum UtcastTalking to My Boy about Videogames - Episode 1 - Sorry Viewers
On the pilot episode of Talking to My Boy About Videogames, Jonathan sits down with the esteemed games reviewer Ryan to get his thoughts on retro gaming consoles and older games in the Pokemon, Kirby, Metroid, Katamari, and de Blob series. Elsewhere these two titans of games media discuss the new Marvel vs. Capcom collection, Shovel Knight, Super Smash Bros, Megaman, Power Rangers - Rita's Rewind, and so much more. The rapid fire review format will keep you on the edge of your seat! Also, make sure you don't feed Niko pineapple.0:00:00 - Sorry Viewers0:01:47 - Topic...2024-09-0445 min
Maximum UtcastYeah! - Episode 1 - Marvel Vs Capcom 2 Cave StageJonathan, Tanya and Daniel talk about songs with the word(?) "Yeah" in them, starting with the Cave Stage theme from the infamous Marvel Vs. Capcom 2 soundtrack. Yeah! (The Show) theme song features guest vocals from Steph Sterling!
Show notes:0:00:00 - A New Show? Yeah!0:02:11 - Yeah, and...?0:03:48 - Marvel Vs. Capcom 2's Cave Stage0:10:27 - Jonathan's Unified Theory of MvC2's Music0:14:19 - I Wanna Take You For a Ride0:16:24 - MvC2 Re-Release News0:17:07 - The Music Modding Scene0:21:50 - Tanya's Arcade Friends0:23:50 - The Dwindling Power of...2024-08-2738 min
Maximum UtcastCurrently Playing Episode 1 - Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree with Euan
Currently Playing is a new monthly show debuting on the Talking to Women about Videogames podcast feed hosted by the TTWAV show producer Daniel. On this inagural episode we get to know Euan from the Spin Off Doctors Spin Off Podcast and we hear his thoughts on Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree, plus we get a little bonus chat about NieR: Automata. And at the end of the epsiode Euan recommends a show from Daniel's backlog of videogames.0:00:00 - Welcome to the Show, Euan!0:05:23 - NieR: Automata0:11:07 - Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree0:34:39...2024-08-2044 min
Maximum UtcastEp 100: Crimson Diamond, Kitsune Tails, and Game Informer
On the 100th Episode Special of Talking to Women about Videogames, Jonathan and Tanya lament beginnings end while celebrating new beginnings. They talk about the end of Game Informer Magazine, music from the videogame Pocket Card Jockey, and the possible rebirth of Tango Gameworks? Jonathan talks with Eniko Fox of Kitsune Games about her Super Mario 3-like game, "Kitsune Tails." He also chatted with Julia Minamata about her text parser new game "The Crimson Diamond" that's out this week, along with Julia's meeting of her hero Roberta Williams of Sierra Entertainment/King's Quest fame. And finally Jonathan and Tanya...2024-08-131h 18
Maximum UtcastAll Systems Dance in the Angeline Era of Mortal KombatTanya and Jonathan dish on the new Mortal Kombat 1 DLC featuring crossovers with Scream, Conan and Terminator. Guests Cassie (D20Love) and Marina (Analgesic Games) chat about their upcoming games, All Systems Dance and Angeline Era (respectively). Plus a little Deadpool and Wolverine spoiler-free mini-review for the 4 people out there who haven't seen it yet.
0:00:00 - The Apex of Simple Pleasures and Joys0:04:57 - We Almost Got Some Splatoon Hosts0:05:39 - Who Are These Mortal Kombat DLC Characters For?0:10:04 - Reprogramming Life Through Dance with Cassie0:40:39 - Are We Dancer?2024-07-311h 22
Maximum UtcastSelf-shipping Travis and making EVO more queerTanya and Jonathan talk about the concept of parenting as a "situational disability", Jonathan and Sons upcoming appearance in a Shovel Knight video, and the promise of Mortal Kombat characters making it to Street Fighter. Guests Lyn and Cherry Bombrs chat about making the Fighting Game Community more queer-friendly with Lapin Labs, and self-shipping Travis Touchdown, respectively.
Show notes:0:00:00 - Forgot About It0:02:44 - A Bald Beige Guardian Angel0:03:29 - I'm In Love with Sonya Blade0:04:39 - Are Kids a Situational Disability?0:09:19 - Analysis of Representation in the Fighting Game Community with L...2024-07-031h 25
Maximum UtcastUnsighted, Trans Mario, and Zelda Up FrontTanya and Jonathan talk about the new Nintendo Direct and Zelda's starring role in Echoes of Wisdom. Guests Tiana and Fernanda from Studio Pixel Punk talk about their hit game Unsihted and their next project, Abyss Z Zero. Kiki and Alicia from Transperency stop by to chat about YouTubing for the right reasons, and the joys of Trans Mario.
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0:00:00 - The Pests0:03:10 - Breaking Through the Man Cycle0:04:59 - Playable Zelda!0:09:31 - How Much Work Do You Want to Do in a Videogame?0:12:26 - From Pixels to Polygons w/ Tiana and Fernanda...2024-06-191h 32.jpg)
Spiritual Rockstar Podcast377: Jonathan Mozenter – Ascension – The Pathway to Heaven on Earth
In this episode, Jonathan Mozenter talks about Ascension – The Pathway to Heaven on Earth.
As a mentor, speaker, and consultant Jonathan Mozenter is deeply rooted in reverence for how everything in life serves our evolution. Individual and group transformation shines as his biggest passion. In addition to working twenty-five plus years in the field of Change Management and obtaining an MBA from Boston University, Jonathan has also studied with masters and gained experience in numerous esoteric areas including: EpiEnergetics, Tibetan Vajrayana Buddhism, Conscious Language, Shadow Work, Chi Energy Cultivation, Integral Theory, Human Design, an...2024-06-011h 30
Spiritual Rockstar Podcast377: Jonathan Mozenter - Ascension – The Pathway to Heaven on Earth In this episode, Jonathan Mozenter talks about Ascension – The Pathway to Heaven on Earth. As a mentor, speaker, and consultant Jonathan Mozenter is deeply rooted in reverence for how everything in life serves our evolution. Individual and group transformation shines as his biggest passion. In addition to working twenty-five plus years in the field of Change Management and obtaining an MBA from Boston University, Jonathan has also studied with masters and gained experience in numerous esoteric areas including: EpiEnergetics, Tibetan Vajrayana Buddhism, Conscious Language, Shadow Work, Chi Energy Cultivation, Integral Theory, Human Design, and Gene Keys. ...2024-06-011h 30
Maximum UtcastSexy Sephiroth, Iconic Croft, Sweet JesusTanya and Jonathan talk about the BAFTA's ranking of iconic game characters and the "golden age" of the Wii U. Guests Rydia and Maggie talk about what makes a videogame character sexy and what it's like to be a Christian Gamer.
Time Codes:
0:00:00 - Picking a Bone with Famous American Rock Band Live0:04:29 - Is Jonathan in the Top 100 Biggest Mansplainers?0:06:53 - What Makes the Videogame Men Sexy? with Rydia0:29:25 - Bizarre BAFTA Rankings0:35:06 - How Has Faith Shaped Your Videogame Identity? with Maggie1:00:22 - Rose-Tinted Wii U1:05:40...2024-04-091h 11
Maximum UtcastSwitch 2 talk, Palworld and Bloodborne Kart legal weirdnessTanya and Jonathan talk about how the Switch 2 may be a hybrid of a hybrid console (the DSwitch? The Swiitch?!), the chances of The Pokemon Company suing Palworld, and the end of the beginning of Bloodborne Kart. Guest include Kade, who talks about gender, identity, and nontoxic masculinity in gaming, and returning darline Elsa, who explains why she still loves Final Fantasy 11 after all these years.
Time codes:
0:00:00 - Telly Savalas Appreciation0:04:07 - The "Crecipice" of Taste0:04:51 - Palworld: Beyond the Pal(e)0:09:49 - Bloodborne Kart Legal Woes0:10:29 - Culture...2024-01-301h 07
Maximum UtcastGaming through hard times with your favorite girlsTanya and Jonathan talk through loses in the industry and how to not stigmatize 13-year-old Pro Tetris players. Guests Lyn and Elly talk about games they play to get through tough times, including Omari and Powerwash Simulator.
Show notes:
0:00:00 - I Love Vegetable Gremlin0:04:12 - This Mogwai's Gonna Turn into a Gremlin0:04:54 - A "Beacon of Hope" in Dark Emotional Times with Lyn0:40:39 - Dedications to the Departed0:41:46 - Oh My Gay Heart with Elly1:07:14 - Respect for the Tetris Kill Screen Achievement1:12:55 - Wrap Up/Plugs1:15:33...2024-01-161h 17
High-Fidelity ConversationsWhen Simulation is Not Appropriate (Part 3 of 3) | Matching education needs and methods with Daniel Abbey[Ep20] For the people working behind-the-scenes in medical education - specifically in the simulation specialty - they are frequently demonstrating the utility and value of simulation to help learners apply their knowledge in a safe and controlled environment. BUT - it can be challenging at times to also remember that simulation is NOT always the best option to resolve your medical education needs.This is the final episode in a special three part series on recognizing when simulation may not be the most appropriate solution. Join us as we talk with Daniel Abbey (MSN, RN, EMT-P), the...2024-01-0821 min
Maximum UtcastExcuse Me Sir, Zelda Movie Minecrat Transphobia?Tanya and Jonathan talk about what it takes to keep true to your core while expanding your audience, using Dectective Pikachu, Pokemon Go, and Molly Mooon's Excuse Me, Sir as examples of Do's and Don'ts. Guest Melissa chats about the pros and cons of a Zelda live action movie, and Christina tells all about the joys and pains of being one of the best pixel artists in the world, currently working on Minecraft.
0:00:00 - Trigger Warning0:00:21 - A New Life Situation0:04:14 - The Two Types of People0:05:33 - Adapting Zelda to...2023-11-221h 22
Maximum UtcastSilent Hill's new Twists Stray from TypecastingTanya and Jonathan banter about spicy nuts, the fall of Silent Hill Ascension, and the simple joy's of Yu Suzuki's Air Twister. Guest Johanna tells all about Typecast, her amazing new game typing and shooting game, and Siobhán talks about getting dogged for hating on Stray.
0:00:00 - Out of the Mouths of Babes0:03:22 - Getting in the Game0:05:22 - Talking Sprite Art with Johanna Morgan0:27:17 - They Don't Even Like Apple Pie (Silent Hill Ascension)0:32:27 - It's a Bit Bobbins with Siobhán Casey0:58:53 - Jonathan Wishes He Had Played RoboCop2023-11-071h 13
99 EVERYTHING with Jonathan LauMULTIPLE 6 FIGURE INCOME AT 21 YEARS OLD - ONLINE FITNESS COACH DANIEL 'THE LAB' TALKS THE NO PLAN B MINDSET + NUTRITION AND TRAINING 101 - 99 EVERYTHING EP.15On this episode of 99 Everything, Daniel "The Lab" De Santis talks about how he got to where he is, taking the non traditional route in career, adopting a 'no plan b' mindset, and why he chooses to work hard.
From 57:22 : Jonathan and Daniel give the basics of nutrition and training in order to build muscle.
If you enjoyed this episode, please share with your friends and give us a 5 star rating on Spotify. The goal is to get to 99 :)
https://www.instagram.com/daniel...2023-09-252h 02
Maximum UtcastWhat happened to the voice of Mario?Tanya is having a baby (maybe tonight?) so we prerecorded a "Why isn't Charles Martinet Mario anymore?" special in advance. We hope it tides you over until we're back on the mic proper again!
0:00:00 - The Mario Martinet Special0:01:35 - A Brief History of Marios0:02:50 - Enter Charles, the Tangible Mario0:03:35 - The Pratt Factor0:06:29 - I "Wonder" What's Next?0:07:59 - Nintendo Tries a Bait and "Switch"0:08:55 - What's a Mario Ambassador?0:11:03 - Jonathan is a Martinet Truther0:11:38 - Solid Snake Simulation0:13:14 - Batmen0:17:08 - Is Charles...2023-09-1931 min
Maximum UtcastFinal Mom Fantasies in the pregnancy season finaleTanya and Jonathan prepare to take a break in the week before Tanya plans to give birth to a person. Guests Mergo and Elsa talk about the lack of heroic, playable moms in games, and what makes Final Fantasy endlessly compelling.
Trigger warning: This episode involves a brief discussion of topic of suicide, and a remembrance of someone who died from it.
0:00:00 - PSA/Trigger Warning0:00:53 - Jonathan's Dream0:06:19 - Tanya: The Pregnant One0:09:37 - Mergo Interview: The Mom-ification of Games?0:35:56 - Pole Dancing Mama0:37:19 - Final...2023-09-051h 11
Maximum UtcastAssassin's Creed, Dungeon Bitches, Super Slide and Bit.TripTanya and Jonathan talk about gaming as a safe space while meditating on Super Slide and the Bit.Trip series. Guests Sarah Carapace invites us into the disaster lesbian monster protagonist survival horror TTRPG Dungeon Bitches/Death Spiral, and sweet Rose longs for the nostalgic, subversive magic of Assassin's Creed.
0:00:00 - Twitter is Dead0:03:04 - What's Your Gaming Safe Space?0:04:36 - Sarah Carapace Interview: The Art of Dungeon Bitches0:41:03 - Bit Trip Re-Runner News0:44:34 - Super Slide0:47:12 - Hit and Missile0:48:17 - Rose Interview: The History of Assassin's Creed1:12:00...2023-08-221h 18
Maximum UtcastNPC TikToks, Double Dragon OnlyFans and Pikmin PoetryTanya and Jonathan talk about the new "NPC Streamer" trend exemplified by Cherry Crush TV and PinkyDoll, then review the joy and pain of playing Double Dragon Gaiden and Pikmin 4 co-op. Guest Spectra Wrestles gabs about how working on Metroid Prime video essays, content creation on Only Fans, and taking bumps in the wrestling ring feels more pure than doing gaming streams for money, and Alannah shares her experiences processing her grief through the power of Pikmin poetry.
0:00:00 - There's Always Gonna Be a Bitch Mode0:01:39 - How to Be Deep and Shallow0:03:04 - Spectra...2023-08-081h 20
Maximum UtcastVirtual Reality TV and Link's Testicle Glitch with Tina and CaseyTanya and and Jonathan talk about happy accidents like Link's surprise genitalia and the massive amount of money game streamers make. Guests Tina Barta Bridges (Road Rules, The Challenge) makes plans for a Road Rules VR game with Jonathan, and Casey talks about all the great Halloween in July game's she's celebrating with My Friendly Neighborhood, Dredge, Amnesia: The Bunker, Fishing Vacation, Aliens: Dark Decent, and more.
Time Codes:
0:00:00 - The Mississippi F*** Conspiracy0:06:25 - Doin' It Without Even Trying0:08:09 - Interview: Tina Barta Bridges - Becoming a VR Personality2023-07-251h 19
Maximum UtcastThe Baldur's Gate 3 Bear F*cks and Bobby Kotick Just SucksTanya and Jonathan talk about the morality of having sex with a person shaped like a bear in Balder's Gate 3, the horror of Skibidi, Bobby Kotick's inflated salary and deflating appearance in The White Party video, and review some G-Fuel flavors that taste like Pokemon Trainers, Spider-Man and Pewdiepie. Our guest Lynn talks about making it big on Tiktok with amazing gaming observations and Spongebob conversations, and Quinn talks about the magic, mystery and potential for Pikmin 4.
Time codes:
0:00:00 - I Pity the FU0:02:34 - What Makes It Worth It?0:04:04...2023-07-111h 20
Maximum UtcastQueer Nintendo Across the QA Spider-VerseJonathan quizzes Tanya on how queer games are, and if every spiderman thing should look like Spider-verse. Chelora talks about doing drag Waluigi and the pros and cons of Nintendo's representation of marginalized groups, and Alexandra talks about the invisible art of games QA.
Time Codes:
0:00:00 - Sub Par Cold Open0:03:57 - Always Coming Out But Never Fully Emerging0:06:00 - Chelora Interview - Queer Nintendo0:34:09 - Does It Get Queer Or Not Quiz Show0:40:40 - Alexandra Interview - The Mysteries of QA Testing1:01:21 - Spider-Man Movie vs. Videogame, Which Do...2023-06-271h 15
Maximum UtcastDtoid Lives, Jason Inspires, 2D Sonic Comes Out for $60Tanya and Jonathan talk about Whoopi Goldberg coming out as a Gamer™, Sonic and Prince of Persia's return to their 2D roots, and the rebirth of Cart Life: The Game About how Things Are Bad. Guests Zoey Handley talks about writing for Destructoid for about half a decade, and James Interactive talks about the Friday The 13th-inspired Screaming Savage Blood Death, working with Edmund McMillen, and RV Youtubers.
Time Codes:
0:00:00 - Flatulence and Prayer0:02:54 - Whoopi Goldberg: The Last of the Strong Mac People0:08:33 - Zoey Handley Interview: Writing & Videogames, It's All Yo...2023-06-141h 26
Maximum UtcastSnake gets a remake, Link has a hit, Gollum says sorryTanya and Jonathan share impressions of the first few hours of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom and sing out the apology for the Gollum game to the tune of It's So Easy Not To Try from The Return of the King animated film. Gretchen talks about how causal games are too hardcore for her, and Kim Spirit gushes about the Metal Gear Solid 3 remake and the multiple versions of Resident Evil 4 that eventually became other games.
This episode is dedicate to James Franklin Holmes, 1970-2023
Time Codes:
0:00:00 - Jonathan's...2023-05-301h 36
Maximum UtcastJack Black and Zak McKracken's Playdate with BlairBears0:00:00 - The Try It Liquid Diet0:03:43 - Check Out the Video Versions of Our Interviews!0:05:22 - Does Abstration Enhance or Diminish Emersion?0:08:25 - BlairBears Interview: "VTuber for Charity"0:30:38 - What's Jack Black Up To?0:32:26 - Jonathan's Review of the Mario Movie0:33:37 - Tenacious D's New Music Video0:36:52 - Say Mistage Interview: "Talkin' Zak McKracken & LucasArts"1:03:25 - Product Review: The Playdate1:10:02 - The Hannibal Minute1:12:27 - Game Review: Crankin's Time Travel Adventure1:13:39 - Jonathan's New Nickname1:14:10 - Wrap Up/Plugs1:17:49 - Crank
2023-05-161h 19
Maximum UtcastWaypoint Dies, Funko Thrives, Casey ChillsTanya and Jonathan talk about the death of Waypoint, Vice's videogame journalism division, and how the new Funko Fusion game looks like trashy fun. Guests Casey Explosion and Elly talk about how working in games is fun when it's not work.
Timecodes:0:00:00 - Tanya's Thoughts on Picard0:02:57 - Tanya & Jonathan & Rufus0:03:40 - Workin' Hard or Hardly Workin'?0:08:26 - Casey Explosion Interview: Work Games0:31:40 - Videogame Junkfood0:34:12 - Funko Pop Game0:37:40 - Elly Interview: Revelling in the Trash1:04:43 - Vampire Survivors TV Show1:05:40 - Wrap Up/Plugs1:08:05...2023-05-021h 12
Maximum UtcastSonic Murdered, Mario Robbed, Muppets BabiedTanya and Jonathan talk about the Sonic's successful reinvention as a murder victim, Mario's failed foray into live action, and the origin of the Muppet Babies. Guests Gretchen talk about how only bad games should be remade, and Jenny gets deep into the world of FTL fan mods.
Time codes for this episode:
0:00:00 - A New Podcast0:05:55 - Reinventing Sonic the Hedgehog0:11:30 - What's Your Favorite Cartoon?0:13:24 - Gretchen Interview - You Can't Remake a Good Thing0:37:50 - Reinventing Mario Brothers?0:43:04 - Jenny Interview - Bringing Back...2023-04-181h 06
Maximum UtcastPAX comes home, E3 is stuckTanya and Jonathan go to court, talk about the return of PAX East and the end of E3. Guests Kim Spirit talks about the grief and recovery themes in God of War: Ragnarok, and Friendsim 2 developer Jonaya Riley tella us what makes her Homestuck fandom tick.
Time codes for this episode:
0:00:00 - So Many Legal Surprises0:04:23 - A Podcast Within A Podcast0:06:36 - What Are We Talking About?0:07:51 - Kim Spirit Interview: The Mature Compassion of God of War Ragnorok0:35:12 - E3 is CANCELED!0:38:26 - Jonaya Riley Interview: Homestuck and...2023-04-041h 28
Maximum UtcastSexual Jar Jar Vs. Leon's Broken KnifeTanya and Jonathan talk about how context is everything, talk Bayonetta Origins and the LegacyGC GameCube Controller from Retro-Bit, and invite Kaiju to criticize the Resident Evil 4 remake while Kirri magic struggles through the Phantom Menace on the PS1
0:00:00 - Are You A Fan of the Arts?
0:02:58 - Context is Everything
0:04:44 - Kaiju Interview "Resident Evil 4 Demo is Not Quite Right"
0:30:38 - Jonathan's Thoughts about Resident Evil 4 Demo
0:38:53 - Kirri Magic Interview "It Might Have Something to Do With Jar Jar Binks"
1:08:08 - Keeping...2023-03-211h 29
Maximum UtcastDo you want games to play themselves?Tanya and Jonathan talk Pokémon Sleep and Street Fighter: Duel, two games that you can play with your eyes closed. They also talk about Rock Paper Scissors Anime and A.I. assisted animation. Guest Christine (Outside of the Box podcast) talks about the similarities between Pokémon and Battle Bots, and Sary warns of our artificial intelligence-packed future.
Time Codes:
0:00:00 - Jonathan is Totally Bereft of Creativity
0:04:25 - Pokémon Sleep
0:10:40 - Interview - Talking Battle Bots with Christine on "Outside of the Box"
0:33:53 - The Legitimacy of Street Fighter Duel
...2023-03-071h 15
Maximum UtcastRomancelvania Lusts, Minecraft Cooks, Tetris Goes HollywoodTanya and Jonathan talk Tetris: The Movie, Rihanna's amazing ESL translator, and the official Minecraft Cookbook. Game developer Amanda Gardner (Perception, Romanclevania) gives expert advice on intertwining Trust, Lust and UST (Unresolved Sexual Tension) in storytelling, and Rose freaks out over Pikmin's 4s new features. Nothing will ever be the same!
Episode Timecodes:
0:00:00 - Why Don't You Like It When He Turns Into A Little Ant Man?
0:04:54 - This May Be The Day It All Changes
0:06:57 - Interview - Amanda Gardner, Co-Creator of Romancelvania
0:36:55 - The Story of Tetris
0:43:07 - Interview...2023-02-211h 20
Maximum UtcastF*ck Hogwart's Legacy, Marry Your Partner, Hunt The WhaleTanya and Jonathan talk about the extended Real World/Road Rules/Jimquisition/Crazy Rich Asians shared universe and why you should not buy Hogwart's Legacy, guest Zlok the Wrock Snob talks about why Harry Potter fan creations are better than anything from JK Rowling, and authors Laura Kate and Jane talk about Who Hunts The Whale, their fantastic new book on sale now.
0:00:00 - Extended "Crazy Rich Asians" Universe
0:04:04 - In the Bathroom with Puck
0:06:33 - A Lot of Extended Universes
0:07:12 - Interview - Laura Kate Dale and Jane Aerith Magnet-Dale "Who Hunts the W...2023-02-071h 18
Maximum UtcastVelma Vs The Last Of Us Vs. Pocket Card JockeyTanya and Jonathan pit Velma and The Last Of Us against each other, new guest Maggie says a Xenoblade Chronicles 3 live action adaptation is a bad idea but then sells it on Jonathan anyway, and Gretchen explains that canon is not-canon.
Time codes for this episode
0:00:00 - Kitchen Nightmares: A New Problem
0:03:48 - People Get Very Salty
0:05:20 - Gretchen Interview - Does Canon Matter?
0:28:15 - How Do You Feel About Canon?
0:30:05 - Velma
0:36:25 - The Last of Us (TV Series)
0:46:56 - Maggie Interview - Adapting Xenoblade for Live Action2023-01-241h 30
Maximum UtcastValiDate the Mean River City Girls TooTanya and Jonathan talk about the VGAs, the purpose of genres, Michael Rooker, and their first 20 minutes of River City Girls 2. Guest Dani Lalonders (ValiDate, Spirit Swap) gets into her love and hate for games, and The Redneck Tonberry breaks down horrors of Mean Girls.
0:00:00 - Proper Speaking Techniques w/ Tanya & Jonathan
0:05:11 - The Video Game Awards 2022
0:08:45 - Redneck Tonberry Interview - Mean Girls
0:24:28 - A Wild Michael Rooker Appears
0:28:40 - Genres - Why Do They Matter?
0:32:37 - Dani Lalonders Interview - ValiDate
1:01:02 - River City Gi...2022-12-131h 19
Maximum UtcastExploding Head VR and Final Fantasy Diversity StrugglesTanya and Jonathan talk about VR that can kill you in real life and a recent problem some gamers had with Jonathan. Kaiju and the Redneck Tonberry discover Kaiju's secret grudge, Kim Spirit talks wrestling and gaming, and Sary empathizes with the struggle to get diversity right in fictional game worlds.
Timestamps for this episode:
0:00:00 - Origin of TTWAV Theme Song
0:01:15 - Men as a Concept
0:04:30 - Kaiju and Redneck Tonberry in "Kaiju's Grudge"
0:15:39 - Palmer Luckey's Nightmare Murder Helmet
0:19:54 - Kim Spirit Interview "The Heart and Soul of Wrestling"
0:44:03...2022-11-151h 32
Maximum UtcastThe Musky Bayo-ween Stubbins Survival Horror SpecialTanya and Jonathan talk about the horror of Musk's N-word laden Twitter takeover, review some Shin Megami Tensei and Persona 5 Stubbins, and gush over Bayonetta 3. Guests Tamara and Kaiju talk about the joys and pains of the big Resident Evil and Silent Hill showcases.
0:00:00 - Lucky Licky Tricky Ricky's Great Diet of Licks and Tricks
0:03:14 - Ghosts & Specters
0:06:18 - The Thing Jonathan is Most Scared Of
0:10:50 - Tamara Interview
0:31:29 - Stubbins Product Review
0:38:20 - Kaiju Interview
1:06:34 - Bayonetta 3
1:20:27 - Wrap Up/Plugs
1:24:53 - Gonna Make You Horny With These M...2022-10-311h 26
Maximum UtcastBig Boob Morbius Censorship PanicTanya and Jonathan think about cannibals, Franken Castle, Bayonetta and Censorship, Kirri Magic has a beef with Chorus and snail ideas for Jonathan, and Lisa "Princess Hype" talks about making hilarious games like What The Golf.
Our guests on Twitter:
Kirri Magic: @KirriMagic
Lisa "Princess Hype": @Princess__HYPE
Jonathan nude: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q1jeaJJsxWU
Lock-On 004: https://www.lostincult.co.uk/shop/p/lock-on-gaming-journal-ffase
Support the show here: https://www.patreon.com/ttwav2022-07-261h 18
Maximum UtcastF*ck Hannibal, Marry Juliet, Kill Web3Should Lollipop Chainsaw be censored? Did game Game Informer? Has Elon Musk failed again? Tanya and Jonathan answer the tough questions while welcoming new guests The Clockwork Prince (developer of Lavender: https://clockworkprince.itch.io/lavender) to talk about a recent Web3 crypto fiasco and Zilla to explain her love of hot Hannibal Lector.
This episode's guests on Twitter-
The Clockwork Prince: https://twitter.com/cwpgames
Zilla: https://twitter.com/beanyzilla
Get Jonathan's interview with Steph Sterling and Yacht Club Games here: https://www.lostincult.co.uk/shop/p/lock-on-gaming-journal-ffase
2022-07-121h 10
Maximum UtcastUgly Sonic, Sexy Sephiroth, Stupid Seth, Sloppy NormanWhat is real? Tanya and Jonathan search for the truth by examining Norman Reedus's big mouth, Ugly Sonic's Disney debut, and Seth Green's NFT failures. The Redneck Tonberry is on the hunt for a sexy Sephiroth statute and Gretchen says goodbye to content creation.
Back the patreon at any tier before June 1st to get a free autobiographical comic from Jonathan!
https://www.patreon.com/ttwav2022-05-311h 06
Maximum UtcastVan Mai, Wabbit and Softcore QixBan Tran, the creator of the first named, playable woman character in a home console game, has been found! We have an exclusive clip of her interview with Kevin Bunch from Atari Archive, an equally exclusive talk with Kate Willaert, the woman who helped find the illusive, innovative creator.
Then Tanya and Jonathan review of a new and "improved", heaving version of the arcade classic Qix called Mokoko X. Daniel even did a song about it!
Twitter handles for this episode's guests-
Kate - @Katewillaert
Kevin - @ubersaurus
Kate and Kevin's...2022-05-171h 05
Maximum UtcastPAX Pox McPixel and Defining WomenTanya and Jonathan talk about the meaning of the word "woman" and tell all about their PAX triumphs and failures. New guests Rydia "Miz Silver" tells all about her master of curating live events for Nintendo and Kelsey from Pink Gorilla dishes on game preservation and the stress of owning one of the rarest NES titles of all time. And Daniel made a Boston's Favorite Son song! Again!
Our guests on Twitter -
Rydia: @mzsylver
Kelsey: @kelslewin
Shop at Pink Gorilla here: https://pinkgorillagames.com/
Support The Game History F...2022-05-031h 11
Maximum UtcastDamme Dale, It's Bloodborne PSX!Tanya and Jonathan talk the Wii U and 3DS eShops closing down and Chip and Dale coming up for a meta reboot. The Redneck Tonberry reviews Bloodborne PSX and Game Dev Julia Minamata shares more secrets of her success.
Download Bloodborne PSX for free here: https://b0tster.itch.io/bbpsx
This week's guests on Twitter:
The Redneck Tonberry - @deepalmanac
Julia Minimata - @JuliaMinamata
Talking to Women about Videogames on Patreon:
www.patreon.com/ttwav
He Can Pork All Night on Soundcloud:
D-booth-sanford – He-can-pork-all-night-feat-jonathan-and-tanya2022-02-221h 06
Maximum UtcastJoe Rogan, Mina, and the Crimson DiamondTanya and Jonathan use Spotify to disempower Joe Rogan, discuss Nintendo's takedown of their music from Youtube, and get excited by Yacht Club Games' Mina the Hollower. Kaiju plays games to cope with life stressors and Julie is a game developer who you're sure to love. And we review the Rotor Riot PWR Plus controller for iPhone!
Kaiju and Julia on Twitter -
@KaijuKiriyama
@JuliaMinamata
Where to get the Rotor Riot PWR Plus -
https://riotpwr.com/collections/controllers/products/rotor-riot-controller-rr1852-pwr-plus
2022-02-081h 21
Maximum UtcastItalian Tifa Vs. Xbox-ActivisionGretchen battles with her essay on Genshin Impact, Rose is pained about the state of Titanfall 2, Tanya talks to Jonathan about Xbox buying Activision, and an Italian Tifa draws near! We also review the Fur Zapper!
Fur Zapper for sale - https://furzapper.com , https://www.amazon.com/FurZapper-2-Pack-Hair-Remover-Laundry/dp/B074CHX3HH
Gretchen on Twitch - Twitch.tv/GretchTheZ
Rose's on Twitter - @TogetherRose
Daniel on Twitter and the show on Patreon - @douibyorthst , https://www.patreon.com/ttwav
2022-01-251h 00
Maximum UtcastWordle Vs. Crypto Fart CoinGuests are back! The Redneck Tonberry has a few words for the CEO of Square Enix, Rani Baker describes the magic of ROM hacking, and Tanya talks to Jonathan about the battle between Wordle and Fart Jar NFTs.
This episode's guests on Twitter ~
Tonberry - @deepalmanac
Rani Baker - @destroyed4com4t
Get Rani's work here ~
https://linktr.ee/destroyed4com4t
https://www.patreon.com/destroyed4com4t
https://ko-fi.com/destroyed4com4t/shop
2022-01-101h 05
Maximum UtcastThe 3 Ghosts of Rasputin's Horse PenisTanya and Jonathan announce the return of guest segments (thanks to Daniel!, the editor!), discuss the news that Dark Horse comics has been bought by a Swedish game publisher called "The Embracer Group" and chat about what movies from the past, present and future they'd like to see turned into games.
Support our lovely editor Daniel here! - https://www.patreon.com/ttwav2021-12-281h 01
Maximum UtcastWhat are The The Game Awards?Tanya and Jonathan run down the big stories from the run down Game Awards 2021, then put on an award show of their own. And we have an editor now! And a patreon!
Find Daniel, our editor, on Twitter-
@douibyorthst
And our patreon!
https://www.patreon.com/ttwav
2021-12-1551 min
Maximum UtcastSonya Blade, Iwata, Yakuza and Bulges (w. Kerri Ann Hoskins)The theme is "Identity" as Jonathan and Tanya talk about Iwata, Earthbound, and bulge reductions. Special guest Kerri Ann Hoskins talks about being Sonya Blade, new guest Soleil talks about being a collective, while Gretchen and Tonberry share the pros and cons of Yakuza.
Also, a Jonathan t-shirt based on a typo from last episode's description! - www.zazzle.com/jonatha_destroyer…35750353650174295
Guests this week on Twitter (who have unlocked Twitter handles)
Kerri Ann Hoskins - @KerriAnnGallery
Tonberry - @Atonberry2021-04-281h 13
Maximum UtcastFan F*ckers, Amiibo Scalpers and HomestuckersJonathan and Tanya review some gloves then talk about the Game Grumps, Animal Crossing X Sanrio Amiibo cards, and Six Days in Fallujah (again!). Aysha (dev on Homestuck: Hiveswap, The Sky Left Us) shares the secrets of her success, Kate Willaert (Critical Hit, Video Dames) explains the importance of videogame history, and Tonberry loves a snake with human teeth named Frampt.
Guests for this episode
The Redneck Tonberry: @ATonberry
Aysha: @ayshaufarah
Kate: @katewillaert
No More Heroes things Jonathan wrote for - https://limitedrungames.com/products/no-more-heroes-santa-destroy-bundle
Coppet J...2021-03-301h 10
Maximum UtcastGamestonks, Meat Peripherals and Tall Monster WomenTanya and Jonathan offer to give a listener $1,000 before talking about monster capitalists, Gabe Newell's plans to replace our meat, and Lady Dimitrescu's place in the history of Resident Evil Boss Women. Gretchen breaks down Wareframe's Mother, Daughter, and Grandmother, Laura reviews the worst Life Sim ever, and Carla's son typed a letter.2021-02-031h 14
Maximum UtcastQAnon Among UsTanya and Jonathan talk about cannibal celebrities and how online conspiracy theories are bad videogames. Kaiju pines for Jet Force Gemini, Tonberry ponders art and assholes, and Casey comes to understand humanity through furries.
Link to post about QAnon's use of game design - https://medium.com/curiouserinstitute/a-game-designers-analysis-of-qanon-580972548be5
Twitter handles for this episode's cast -
Tanya - @TPawscast
Jonathan - @nontrotski
The Redneck Tonberry - @ATonberry
Kaiju - @KaijuKiriyama
Casey - @CaseyExplosion2021-01-1956 min
Maximum UtcastSexy Sexist Feminist Evil 4Jonathan and Tanya talk about stripper shoes and a game that might be pretending to be accused of being too sexy. Caitlin is on a game show about sexiness and sexism, Bex has feminist ideas for the Resident Evil 4 remake, and Casey knows what's hot about strong women.
Twitter handles for our guests -
Tanya - @TPawscast
Caitlin - @caitbit
Bex - @BexGoos
Casey - @CaseyExplosion
Caitlin's Quiz videos-
1) Metroid 1 ending m.youtube.com/watch?v=ldiDYvGvHzo
2) Gologo 13 hotel scene m.youtube.com/watch...2021-01-051h 12
Maximum UtcastGendertrash is Cyberpunk (w. Suda51)Tanya and Jonathan ponder punk and gender, Tonberry looks back to 2010, Kaiju looks even farther back to the Gamecube, Pear loves voice acting, Gretchen hates Borderlands, and Suda51 wishes Jonathan a happy birthday.
Twitter handles for this episode's cast -
Tanya - @TPawscast
Jonathan - @nontrotski
Gretchen (actually it's her wife Kristen but that's all I got) - @knitsyo
The Redneck Tonberry - @ATonberry
Pear - @RegulinePear
Kaiju - @KaijuKiriyama
Suda51 - @suda_512020-12-221h 10
Maximum UtcastFurries and VTubers are Real Live PeopleCasey Explosion, The Redneck Tonberry, and Emma Schaale, author of How Games Get Made join Taanya and Jonathan for discussions on Rutger Hauer's last game, the pros and cons of David Cage, and who Ready Player Two is really about.
Twitter handles for the guests on this episode-
Casey - @CaseyExplosion
Tonberry - @ATonberry
Emma -@sparrowtrooper
A link to Emma's book! - https://www.amazon.com/How-Games-Get-Made-Stories-ebook/dp/B08PVXF1K5/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=how+games+get+made&qid=1607440753&sr=8-12020-12-081h 01
Maximum UtcastPS5 Biden Series X Trump Disc Room RomancelvaniaJonathan and a special guest discuss the rise of the PS5, Xbox Series X, and the next President of the United States. Disc Room is reviewed by an AD&D-loving mom. Tonberry has strong words for the Google Stadia guy, Kaiju loves Sonic 2, and Romancelvania is gushed about.
Disc Room on Steam - store.steampowered.com/app/1229580/Disc_Room/
Romancelvania on Kickstarter - www.kickstarter.com/projects/thedee…s/romancelvania
Kaiju's Twitch channel - twitch.tv/KaijuKiriyama2020-11-101h 08
Maximum UtcastRambo Minecraft Kombat SmashThe debut episode! Jonathan talks to a pole dancing cat enthusiast about the latest videogame news. Rambo skin by MGreat ~ www.planetminecraft.com/skin/rambo-2613956/2020-10-1440 min
Ditching HourlyCoaching Call with Landscape Architect Daniel RobeyDaniel Robey joins me for coaching on how to move his landscape architecture business away from hourly billing.
----Before you go!The next time someone asks you for your hourly rate, I want you to stop what you're doing and head on over to valuepricingbootcamp.com to sign up for my free value pricing email course.Hope to see you there!2020-03-031h 26
Gone MobileRaygun Pulse with John-Daniel TraskIn this episode we're joined by John-Daniel Trask, founder and CEO of Raygun, to talk about Pulse - their Real User Monitoring solution for web and mobile apps.Special Guest: John-Daniel Trask.Sponsored By:Raygun: Raygun provides error and crash reporting software for all programming languages and platforms including iOS, Android, Xamarin, Javascript and more. Don't just log errors and crashes, solve them with Raygun!
Links:Raygun Pulse - Real User MonitoringEpisode 4: Tracking Errors...2016-06-1450 minGone MobileBitrise with Barnabas Birmacher and Daniel BallaIn this episode we're joined by Barnabas Birmacher and Daniel Balla to talk about their continunous integration solution for mobile apps. Looking to get started adding CI for your apps? Listen in to find out how!Special Guests: Barnabas Birmacher and Daniel Balla.Sponsored By:Raygun: Raygun.io is the fastest and easiest way to track your application's errors and get the level of detail you need to fix crashes quickly. Notifications are delivered right to your inbox and presented on a beautiful dashboard.
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