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The Forbes Factor - Your Secret to health, wealth & happiness!Bridging Marketing Gaps: Sales, Storytelling, and Beyond with PamPam Didner, renowned B2B sales and marketing expert, joins Forbes Riley on Forbes Factor to delve into seamless customer experiences, sales-marketing alignment, and the power of storytelling. Discover strategies to elevate your marketing efforts and navigate career transitions or personal challenges.
2024-02-2155 min
Warrior LifeRiley Yesno on REDsurgenceWelcome back to a new season of the Warrior Life Podcast! This week's podcast is with the amazing Riley Yesno - a young warrior blazing trails and leading the way in Indigenous resurgence. We talk about her journey so far, how people can support Indigenous peoples and her NEW podcast - REDsurgence!!Link to the YouTube (video) version:https://youtu.be/5wz_XY9ZbKo You can follow Riley at her socials:Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rileyyesnomaybe/Twitter https://twitter.com/RileyyesnomaybeHer website: https://rileyyesno.comREDsurgence Podcast with Riley Yesno https://directory.libsyn.com/shows/view/id/51a23a57-ad9...
2022-11-1046 min
Cocktails, Convos, and Cold Ones211: Digital Self vs. Real Live Self: Pam GarciaPam! A new friend and a great friend! I had the pleasure of meeting Pam through the awareness organization, My Club. This week, Pam and I talk about the views of social media and how we develop different personalities with different profiles. There are many ways we view ourselves, especially dependent on who we are around, social media is no different. Tune in to hear us chat about the incredible research Pam did with these views on social media.
2022-06-031h 12
Don't Tease The Animals83. Winner Winner, Chicken DinnerAll bets are off in Newsstand Studios today! Pam & Sarah are rolling the dice and tossing their chips in on Gambling this week. The gals share their very best Vegas stories, their extremely scientific technique on betting, and even a couple of Whale sightings. And we're lettin' it ride with two fabulous games. Up first is "Craigslist or Catfished: Dealer Please" where Pam & Sarah take turns trying to trick each other by hiding a totally made-up bizarre Vegas tale among two real ones that are almost stranger than fiction. And we're closing out with "High Stakes Casino Pitch" where...
2022-03-1144 min
Don't Tease The Animals71. But First, CoffeeWe don’t know about you, but around here, first we drink the coffee, then we do the things. This week, Pam & Sarah are all about that delicious picker upper, that sublime bean water, that divine life-bringing good good juice….coffeeeee. And we’re showing that we love ya a latte with two hot, steamy games: Pitch Joe a Jingle where Sarah & Pam are sharing their best ideas for the next big thing in coffee, but in Jingle form! Then we close out by sharing some truly cringeworthy customer service nightmares from the internet with “5 Things You Neverrr Say to Your...
2021-12-1742 min
Don't Tease The Animals69. Scrolling in the DeepSocial Media has taken the world by storm, and this week we're no exception! And since everybody's gettin' social with it, Sarah & Pam are going in -- sharing personal experiences, remembering profiles past, and chatting about crap-tastic content. First up for games this week: "Follow or Unfollow" - Pam & Sarah offer up some of the top posts the internet has to offer and rate them on a scale of "cute" to "cringe". Then to round it out, they're playing "Big Brother's Social Dilemma" - they've each come up with their version of the next big way for social media...
2021-12-0345 min
Don't Tease The Animals66. Season Finale w/ All the Feels feat. Stage Door Medium*Quick heads up friends, this episode contains content regarding loss, bereavement, and those who have passed on. Please be kind to yourselves if you could find this content sensitive or triggering.*MWAH*Pam & Sarah want the Season 3 Finale (!!!) to be magical AF, so we're pulling out all the stops and bringing in all the feels with the incredible Jimmy Moses, Psychic Medium to Broadway's biggest stars and the host of Stage Door Medium podcast. Jimmy takes us on a journey, from the discovery of his gift, to his personal process behind readings, to sharing some of h...
2021-10-0153 min
Don't Tease The Animals56. Conspiracy Theories Much?Shhhhh...what we're about to tell you could be very dangerous...what if....dinosaurs built the pyramids??? Just picture it! They were strong, and obviously had something to hide, just look at those shifty, beady eyes! Join us this week as Pam & Sarah theorize on some conspirasizin'. They'll explore some popular beliefs, all in good fun, before diving into two super fun games! For obvious reasons, we couldn't NOT do a Craigslist or Catfish with this topic, so that bad boy's up first, followed by a rousing round of "I'm Starting a Doomsday Cult and I'm Bringing..." where Pam...
2021-07-2346 minDon't Tease The Animals44. Season 2 Finale featuring Our Fellas, Nick Riley & Mike Armstrong-BrownTime flies when you’re having fun! Join Pam & Sarah as they wrap up Season 2 with some very special guests…their husbands, Nick Riley and Mike Armstrong-Brown. There’s bromance in the air as the four chat the early days and reminisce on their favorite moments throughout this season. And don’t miss this week’s brand new games: Hubby Hobbie Hoedown (Sarah’s awful proud of that title) where the guys vote Yay or Nay on a list of out-of-the-box pastimes, and Goal Squad, a chance for all four of them to pitch their zaniest ideas for Season 3 material. We...
2021-03-2656 minDon't Tease The Animals35. Analyze This feat. LPC Mary Beth KollarThis week we're on the couch with Licensed Professional Counselor, Mary Beth Kollar to chat about the always important self-care and mental health. Nowadays, we could all use a little help, don'tcha think? Pam & Sarah dive deep with Mary Beth about how and why therapy helps, the stigma surrounding seeking help, and how to build the perfect self-care routine. But because laughter really can be the best medicine, we're keeping things light by analyzing Sarah's wacky (or just wack) dreams, Pam's nagging fears, and as always, rounding things out with 2 silly silly games: Quickfire and Analyze This! Tune in...
2021-01-2246 minDon't Tease The Animals29. Swimming in Tea feat. David Yontef of Behind the Velvet Rope PodcastThis week Sarah & Pam go "Behind the Velvet Rope" with pop culture insider and podcast superstar, David Yontef. If there's tea, it's getting spilled...even though Sarah still doesn't really know what that means. Pam and David are here to guide her (and you) through all things Bravo, Housewives, and reality TV...from Ramona's branzino to a Drag Race debate, nothing is off limits. David shares some of his best and worst interview highlights, secrets to getting all the press, and a little inside dish on his upcoming lineup. And don't forget the games! This week we're bringing back...
2020-12-0341 minDon't Tease The Animals25. I’m Not Saying You’re Old But...Put your hands in the air...it’s Pam’s birthday! The gals are chatting the struggles of your mid-30’s, some suggestions for you youngin’s, and journeying through bday parties past. The celebration continues with a killer game exploring the fine line between MVP gift-giver and the dreaded “Awww, you shouldn’t have!”, plus Pam & Sarah crack into What Do You Meme’s “For the Girls”! Put on those granny panties and get ready to giggle.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anch...
2020-11-0653 minDon't Tease The Animals23. Back In ActionAnd we’re baaackk!Sarah & Pam took a short break but they just couldn't stay away! In this episode, they're jumpin' right back in as they discuss Instagram poll results, unveil upgrades made while gone, and give an ode to a healthy, necessary break. Tune in for corny jokes galore and two brand new, ridiculous games in this wild Season 2 Premiere!!Co-Hosts/Co-Creators: Pam Riley and Sarah Armstrong-BrownTheme song by: Eric Tsavdar and Michael Armstrong-Brown--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dont-tease-the-animals/message Hosted on Acast. See...
2020-10-2237 minDon't Tease The Animals22. Season 1 FinaleWooo hooo!! We did it!! #22 just for you, boo: Season 1 is a wrap!!! We hope we made you proud- all the writing, editing, fun guests, great jokes, belly laughs/eye rolls/smh, and ridiculous games. Join us for a celebratory episode as we surprise some of our fans at home with a "tease" all to themselves!! Co-Hosts/Co-Creators: Pam Riley and Sarah Armstrong-Brown; Special Guests: Marian Ibañez, Andrew Tebo, John Wagner, Kimberly Much; Theme song by: Eric Tsavdar and Michael Armstrong-Brown; Edited by: Michael Armstrong-Brown--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dont-tease-the-animals/message Hosted on A...
2020-09-181h 10Don't Tease The Animals21. Whodunnit tho?Alright - ask and you shall receive. We are taking on the overwhelming phenomenon of true crime this week!! We're the clueless sleuths on the scene looking for blood and forced entry, gloves and a mask but honestly, let's call the cops first, maybe?!?!! It's a case of stalker details gone rookie detectives, Pam and Sarah's background actor confessions, a ridiculous Murder Mystery improv and a brand new game, "Crack that Crap Case" with surprise twists! Co-Hosts/Co-Creators: Pam Riley and Sarah Armstrong-Brown, Theme song by: Eric Tsavdar and Michael Armstrong-Brown, Edited by: Michael Armstrong-Brown--- Send in a voice message...
2020-09-1054 minDon't Tease The Animals20. Regretless Debauchery featuring Katy Frame and Marie Anderson of Difficult Women PodcastIt's another collab! This week we welcome and laugh with Katy Frame and Marie Cecile Anderson of the female empowered podcast, Difficult Women, and the hysterical musical duo, Reformed Whores. We discuss life on the road, butter voice - not face, Alaskan King Crab, and WASP to WAP, all while getting White Claw/Wine/Water-wasted thanks to some select buzz words. And this week's games bring you lady power at its finest, diving in to the Perfect Porn and dishing out a Compliment Cagematch. Co-Hosts/Co-Creators: Pam Riley and Sarah Armstrong-Brown; Special Guests: Marie Cecile Anderson and Katy Frame; Theme...
2020-09-031h 06Don't Tease The Animals19. Shop Till You DropThis week's episode's got us feeling like Material Girls. Sarah & Pam are daydreaming of browsing to their hearts' content, sharing vintage mall war stories, chatting fave stores, and playing two brand new games. Can you say "Showcase Showdown?". Get in cupcakes, we're going shopping. Co-Hosts/Co-Creators: Pam Riley and Sarah Armstrong-Brown; Theme song by: Eric Tsavdar and Michael Armstrong-Brown; Edited by: Michael Armstrong-Brown--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dont-tease-the-animals/message Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-08-2758 minDon't Tease The Animals18. Ahoy Matey ft. Colin Macy-O'Toole of Bravo's Below Deck MediterraneanIt's about to go down with Bravo’s Below Deck Mediterranean's NICE GUY MVP, Colin Macy-O'Toole!!! Man overboard- right into games, musical improv, nosy personal questions and his undying love for Fire Island. We get to know the man behind the mic/boat toys/ferry wheel with some Bravo scoop, dating debacles, dream destinations, closet inquisition, halo debate and musical talent beyond quirky rap-ups. He’s kind of a big deal (ahem... Vineyard Vines and Sperry) and the best sport. Welcome aboard, mateys. Co-Hosts/Co-Creators: Pam Riley and Sarah Armstrong-Brown; Special Guest: Colin Macy-O'Toole; Theme song by: Eric Tsavdar and Mich...
2020-08-211h 05Don't Tease The Animals17. Lost in the WildernessWhether you were a girl scout striving for that badge or got sent away to overnight camp to learn how to rough it; welcome to a hilarious conversation about the great outdoors! Join us for the ultimate glamp vs camp escapade, an exploration of scary, cute or (perhaps) imaginary creatures, plus ridiculous wilderness trauma, tent security debate, and the occasional Disney reference. Hike a perfectly marked path directly to the play button for all the giggles, this week on Don't Tease the Animals. Co-Hosts/Co-Creators: Pam Riley and Sarah Armstrong-Brown; Theme song by: Eric Tsavdar and Michael Armstrong-Brown; Edited by...
2020-08-1448 minDon't Tease The Animals16. Chooch Pandemonium featuring John Szeluga and Chris Sorrentino of Super Live Adventure PodcastWe are thrilled to welcome John Szeluga and Christopher J. Sorrentino of SLAPodcast for some hilarious rants and wild fun! Join for some Daily Motion greatest hits, Pam’s black bikini, hot dog magazine, their impressive shark side hustles, a Jersey Shore confession, Wrestlemania the movie, and our own take on Staten Island heroes. Welcome to the Thunderdome. Co-Hosts/Co-Creators: Pam Riley and Sarah Armstrong-Brown; Theme song by: Eric Tsavdar and Michael Armstrong-Brown; Edited by: Michael Armstrong-Brown--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dont-tease-the-animals/message Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-08-0749 minDon't Tease The Animals15. Come On, You Know the WordsYou've got to - get into the groove, boy - you've got to prove you can wake up, work out, twerk in the grocery store, rage clean, car or shower concert, fall asleep, cry, laugh, forget, or reminisce to this homage to all things music! What would we ever do without it? Sarah and Pam are back with two brand new games, and are chatting dream duets, bizarre song titles, and the importance of music! Co-Hosts/Co-Creators: Pam Riley and Sarah Armstrong-Brown; Precursor by: Kasey Hott; Theme song by: Eric Tsavdar and Michael Armstrong-Brown; Edited by: Michael Armstrong-Brown--- Send in...
2020-07-3155 minDon't Tease The Animals14. Hott Off the Presses featuring Virginia NBC29's finest, Kasey HottEver wondered what goes into making the news? Well we convinced Kasey Hott, our very own Veronica Corningstone, to give us the inside scoop! From her hypnotic angel voice, top story experiences, and firing her glam squad, to broadcasting during quarantine by day and performing on stage by night, she is #hottoffthepresses! Plus we've got a round of Craigslist or Catfish: Barbara Walters Edition and a special musical treat you don't want to miss! Co-Hosts/Co-Creators: Pam Riley and Sarah Armstrong-Brown; Theme song by: Eric Tsavdar and Michael Armstrong-Brown; Edited by: Michael Armstrong-Brown--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor...
2020-07-2451 minDon't Tease The Animals13. I Ain't Afraid of No GhostsTo ghost or be ghosted- that is the question. Whether it's past experiences, new verbiage, conspiracy theories, or famous people who get ghosted-we are breadcrumbing you down this rabbit hole! Get ready for some ghost stories...oooohhh, scary. Co-Hosts/Co-Creators: Pam Riley and Sarah Armstrong-Brown; Theme song by: Eric Tsavdar and Michael Armstrong-Brown; Edited by: Michael Armstrong-Brown--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dont-tease-the-animals/message Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-07-1845 minDon't Tease The Animals12. Red Blazer’s Guide to Snug NYC Living featuring Bohemia Realty's, Michael LasrisWhat every new tenant wants to hear as they settle into their cozy new place with pre-war charm and neighborhood feel? Your landlady goes through all your mail, the windows are NOT AC ready, and the cockroaches are planning an all-out assault. Bohemia Realty’s very own Michael Lasris is here to dish about Gotham’s epic real estate market. Co-Hosts/Co-Creators: Pam Riley and Sarah Armstrong-Brown; Theme song by: Eric Tsavdar and Michael Armstrong-Brown; Edited by: Michael Armstrong-Brown--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dont-tease-the-animals/message Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more info...
2020-07-1037 minDon't Tease The Animals11. Flags, Fireworks, and FrankfurtersWhether you are kicking off this Fourth of July commuting to a consciously social distancing party, chillin' shore/poolside, or lounging in AC on your couch, tune in and celebrate this Independence Day with us as we discuss America's birthday treats, historic facts about the Fourth and epic holiday blowouts! Co-Hosts/Co-Creators: Pam Riley and Sarah Armstrong-Brown; Theme song by: Eric Tsavdar and Michael Armstrong-Brown; Edited by: Michael Armstrong-Brown--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dont-tease-the-animals/message Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-07-0438 minDon't Tease The Animals10. Holler Out Your Window featuring David CorreaInterim Executive Director of NYC Pride, David Correa is here and we are LIVING for his behind the scenes play by play of what goes into Pride SOP's, a sensible Drag Name Generator, and some good ol' Trash TV Talk! Co-Hosts/Co-Creators: Pam Riley and Sarah Armstrong-Brown; Theme song by: Eric Tsavdar and Michael Armstrong-Brown; Edited by: Michael Armstrong-Brown--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dont-tease-the-animals/message Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-06-271h 03Don't Tease The Animals7. Not That Kind of Fantasy, Bruh featuring Missy KostovnyTake me out to the ballgame...Pam and Sarah are about to get schooled on all things sports by deeply devoted super-fan Missy Kostovny. This chick is gonna tell you everything you ever needed to know about tailgating, supporting your team, and pwning fantasy football. Co-Hosts/Co-Creators: Pam Riley and Sarah Armstrong-Brown; Theme song by: Eric Tsavdar and Michael Armstrong-Brown; Edited by: Michael Armstrong-Brown--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dont-tease-the-animals/message Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-05-2737 minDon't Tease The Animals6. Spiritual Gangster featuring Reiki Master and Sound Healer, Kelly Joachim of Restore the Heart.Sarah and Pam go on a spiritual journey with their FIRST GUEST EVER: energy healer and all around master of zen, Kelly Joachim of Restore the Heart. Co-Hosts/Co-Creators: Pam Riley and Sarah Armstrong-Brown; Theme song by: Eric Tsavdar and Michael Armstrong-Brown; Edited by: Michael Armstrong-Brown--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dont-tease-the-animals/message Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-05-2139 minDon't Tease The Animals5. Keep Calm & Quarantine OnShocker! It's a quarantine episode. Sarah and Pam get real about how life has changed for them, share their gratitude to all the helpers out there, and try to keep things light with two brand spankin' new games. Stay safe out there buttercups! Co-Hosts/Co-Creators: Pam Riley and Sarah Armstrong-Brown; Theme song by: Eric Tsavdar and Michael Armstrong-Brown; Edited by: Michael Armstrong-Brown--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dont-tease-the-animals/message Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-05-1331 minDon't Tease The Animals4. Lay Off Me- I'm Starving!Throw on your stretchiest pants as Pam and Sarah discuss all things "diet". In this episode, they deep dive into each others' fridges and pantries, share their own experiences with fad diets, and try their hand at label stalking...what exactly IS sodium alginate, anyway? Co-Hosts/Co-Creators: Pam Riley and Sarah Armstrong-Brown; Theme song by: Eric Tsavdar and Michael Armstrong-Brown; Edited by: Michael Armstrong-Brown--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dont-tease-the-animals/message Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-05-0728 minDon't Tease The Animals2. But You're My HeroSarah and Pam explore the wide wide world of ✨celebrity✨. What would be in Meryl Streep’s rider if she was contractually obligated to have brunch with Sarah? And will Pam ever reveal her celebrity clients’ wishlists?? She’s acting awfully...--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dont-tease-the-animals/message Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-05-0141 minDon't Tease The Animals1. Nice to Meet YaWelcome to Don’t Tease the Animals! Your weekly Escape Pod(cast) featuring co-hosts Pam Riley and Sarah Armstrong-Brown. This is our Pilot, so in the immortal words of Deborah Kerr: Getting to know you, getting to know all about you- getting to like...--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dont-tease-the-animals/message Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-05-0132 min
The Pam Perry PodcastQuiet 🤫 vacation allowed time for pondering by Rochelle RileyCrisis makes us quiet. I found another good article from 2001 “post 9/11” era by then Detroit Free Press columnist Rochelle Riley. She’s an author and currently works for the City of Detroit. She’s a friend and this piece I saved because she’s so right. She actually articulated what we’re all probably feeling now in the #covid19 era.
2020-03-2806 min
NCRAW PodcastEpisode 81: Pam Pearce & Riley NelsonPam is the cofounder of the first recovery high school in the state of Oregon. Riley graduated from the recovery high school featured in the documentary Generation Found & has partnered with Pam to open the first Alternative Peer Group in Oregon.
2019-07-061h 30
Media MavensGet off the internet (Episode 65)Pam and Sara talk about YouTube - watching it, creating for it, and all of the problems that come along with it.
What we're talking about
(00:01:03) The Little Stranger
(00:03:03) Dead to Me
(00:07:40) Riverdale
(00:12:45) Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile
(00:21:18) Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice
(00:26:00) Path of Exile
(00:30:38) Game of Thones (spoiler warning for up to episode 4 of the final season)
(00:39:07) Q Anon Anonymous Podast
Main Topic: YouTube
(00:40:15) Introduction
(00:43:19) The algorithm vs enjoyment
(00:52:30) Sponsorships and ads in beauty YT vs gaming YT
(01:01:09) Burnout and constant...
2019-05-131h 27
Media MavensCarrie would totally work for Gawker (Episode 64)Returning guest Nico comes on the show to talk about her recent trip through all six seasons of Sex and the City. Check out her podcast, Make it Sound Fiction.
What we've been up to
02:52 Russian Doll
13:56 Stranger in a Strange Land
15:54 Sunless Skies
Sex and the City
20:15 What is Sex and the City?
25:30 Why was it a big deal?
26:44 How does it hold up?
33:51 The fictional New York City
39:08 Q: When I was 15 I thought the show had too much city. Now that I'm older and know more about the show, do you...
2019-02-251h 05
Media MavensYou'll Want to Seize the Means of Production (Episode 63)After a very long hiatus, Media Mavens is finally back with guest host Sara! Pam and Sara talk about all the things from 2018 they haven't had a change to discuss including movies, tv, cynical thoughts on eSports, and the problem with true crime podcasts. We miss you, Riley!
What we're talking about
(00:00:02) Movies - Sorry to Bother You, A Simple Favor, Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom, Venom, Creed II, Cam, Hereditary, The Quite Place, Halloween
(00:26:41) TV - Sharp Objects, Big Little Lies, The Handmaid's Tale, Killing Eve, A Series of Unfortunate Events, The Haunting of Hill House...
2019-01-211h 14
Media MavensCome Visit My Tiny Hut (Episode 62)Today it's just Riley and Pam talking about what we've done since the last episode, and sharing plans for for the future of the podcast.
What we've been up to
(00:01:50) No Man's Sky (Riley)
(00:07:16) In a Dark Dark Wood, You (Pam)
(00:11:52) Orange is the New Black s6 - no spoilers for the latest season but we do mention some spoilers for season 5 (Riley)
(00:17:09) GLOW s2 (Pam)
(00:19:01) Experience Points (Riley/Pam)
(00:24:10) Ori and the Blind Forest (Pam)
(00:27:00) New camera (Riley)
(00:29:44) Rampage, Ready Player One (Pam)
Listener Questions
(00:34:20) Curious on your thoughts about Emuparadise removing their...
2018-08-1340 min
Media MavensThe 500 Words That Matter (Episode 61)Games writer, podcast host, and now journal editor, Dia Lacina returned to the show to talk about games we've been playing and her new project, Capsule Crit!
What we've been up to
(00:02:46) Dark Souls: Remastered & taking photos in game (Dia)
(00:10:47) I'm going to Korea! (Riley)
(00:14:27) PSVR games - Moss and Loading Human (Pam)
(00:20:15) Corner Gas (Dia)
(00:24:32) John Wick (Riley)
(00:29:35) Hero U (Pam)
(00:34:29) Millennium (Dia)
(00:40:52) Jumanji (Riley)
(00:46:33) Sense 8 (Pam)
(00:47:58) The Last Man on Earth (Pam)
(00:50:19) Fortune's Pawn (Pam)
Capsule Crit - short form games writing (00:51:36)
(00:52:12) What is Capsule Crit?
(00:53:37) Creating a space for bite-sized...
2018-07-231h 23
Media MavensIn This House We Play David Cage Games (Episode 60)Our guest today is Yussef Cole who writes about games for outlets like Waypoint and Unwinnable. We talk about a game he recently reviewed - Detroit Become Human.
What we've been up to
(00:02:45) Destiny 2 (Yussef)
(00:09:08) Pokemon Go (Riley)
(00:14:53) The Awesome Adventures of Captain Spirit, Screamride, Jurassic World Evolution (Pam)
(00:19:37) IT, Hereditary, Ancillary Justice (Yussef)
(00:27:19) Make it Sound Fiction podcast (Yussef)
(00:29:30) GOT7 concert (Riley)
(00:34:01) Masters of Doom, Citations Needed podcast (Pam)
Detroit: Become Human
Spoilers galore here! We talk a lot about this playthrough of the game, from previous guest Adam Koebel.
(00:41:01) What...
2018-07-091h 38
Media MavensCome On, I Watch This To Cry (Episode 59)Pam and Riley return to chat about what they've been up to and dig a little into E3.
What we've been up to
(00:00:53) WILL: A Wonderful World (Riley)
(00:06:45) Vampyr, Hand of Fate 2 (Pam)
(00:09:46) Monster of the Week (Riley)
(00:14:33) Justice League (Pam)
(00:16:32) Tomb Raider (Pam)
(00:18:57) Sense 8 Finale (Riley)
(00:22:03) Evil Genius (Pam)
(00:24:20) Overwatch League & Overwatch questions at 31:42 from OrkChop! (Riley)
What did you think about the last week of the Overwatch League and what did you think about the season in general?
What would you like to see for Season 2?
Are the Shanghai Dragons going to win...
2018-06-251h 07
Media MavensI Need to Get More Wine (Episode 58)This week it's just Riley and Pam talking about what we've been up to and answering listener questions. Content warning: During the discussion of 13 Reasons Why we talk about suicide and sexual assault.
What we've been up to
(00:02:11) It's Dangerous Beyond the Blankets (Riley)
(00:04:18) Pillars of Eternity 2, Into the Breach, Legend of Grimrock 2 (Pam)
(00:09:03) Rich Man Poor Woman (Riley)
(00:14:30) Vampyr (Pam)
(00:18:50) Supernatural, Buffy (Riley)
(00:23:36) Deadpool 2 (Pam/Riley) Spoiler warning: minor spoilers for something that happens at the start of the movie
(00:26:18) Detroit: Become Human (Riley)
(00:34:35) 13 Reasons Why season 2 (Pam) Content and spoiler warning
Listener Questions
2018-06-111h 10
Media MavensDetonate a Bomb into the Sun (Episode 57)Pam and Riley chat about what they've been up to these last couple weeks! We talk space horror, more movies where mom isn't there, the Imperial Radch trilogy, ASMR and answer some listener questions!
What we've been up to (00:00:51)
Event Horizon (Riley)
(00:02:50) Sunshine (Riley)
(00:07:05) Logan (Pam)
(00:10:29) Cargo (Pam/Riley)
(00:17:16) Ancillary Mercy, Ancillary Sword by Ann Leckie (The Imperial Radch Trilogy) (Riley)
(00:22:13) Overwatch (Pam)
(00:26:11) State of Decay 2 (Pam)
(00:29:08) BTS - Love Yourself: Tear (Riley)
(00:34:22) Kim's Convenience (Pam)
(00:36:24) Goodnight Moon ASMR (Pam)
(00:39:57) Far Verona Discord (Riley)
Listener Questions (00:41:02)
What genres of games have you grown to...
2018-05-281h 01
Media MavensImmersion is Not as Important as Not Being a Dirtbag (Episode 56)Adam Koebel joins us again today. He is a tabletop roleplaying game creator, GM and streamer. We talk about about his new show - Far Verona, running TTRPGs on Twitch and about 2 dozen other things ranging from moms in games to visual novels.
What we've been up to
(00:02:50) God of War (Adam)
(00:13:19) Rise of the Tomb Raider (Riley)
(00:17:42) Long Live the Queen (Riley)
(00:26:49) Massive Chalice, Defense Grid: The Awakening (Pam)
(00:32:46) Lost in Space (Adam/Riley)
(00:39:44) Infinity war (Riley/Adam)
(00:47:05) 47 Meters Down, The Departed (Pam)
(00:51:18) Pillars of Eternity 2 (Adam)
(00:54:25) Ancillary Justice (Adam/Riley)
(00:58:32) Collapsing Empire (Riley)
(01:07:12) The...
2018-05-142h 07
Media MavensSurprise, Feminism! (Episode 55)Today's guest is Samantha Blackmon. She is an associate professor at Purdue University, host of the Not Your Mama's Gamer podcast, co-founder and editor of the site of the same name, and editor in chief of the brand new NYMG Feminist Games Studies Journal.
What we've been up to
(00:05:40) Children of Blood and Bone, Gaming Masculinities (Samantha)
(00:12:59) Far Verona - Stars Without Number TTRPG (Riley)
(00:22:54) Frostpunk, Typoman (Pam)
(00:31:01) Steamworld Dig 2, Defiance 2050, Club Penguin Island (Samantha)
(00:36:05) Lost in Space (Riley)
(00:38:56) The Great British Menu, How to Get Away with Murder (Pam)
(00:43:02) Chopped (Samantha)
(00:47:50) Janelle Monae (Samantha)
(00:49:22) The...
2018-04-301h 39
Media MavensI'm THAT Asshole (Episode 54)It's Pam and Riley back again with what we've been up to in the last few weeks. And as usual, we talk about Overwatch for half the time.
What we've been up to
(00:00:25) Pacific Rim: Uprising (Riley)
(00:04:43) John Wick 2 (Pam)
(00:07:11) BTS: Burn the Stage Documentary (Riley)
(00:13:04) Authority - second book in Southern Reach trilogy (Pam)
(00:16:20) Overwatch: Archive Event (Riley & Pam)
(00:23:11) The Invisible Hours (Pam)
(00:29:12) Overwatch League (Riley & Pam)
Listener Questions
(00:48:35) What feature do you wish the next generation of consoles had and why? @JohnathanCellini
(00:52:13) Have you played Brigitte much and what do...
2018-04-161h 15
Media MavensWhat's Real and What Isn't Real? (Episode 53)Today we're talking about the sci-fi movie Annihilation and the book of the same name that it's based on with returning guest Tzufit.
What we've been up to
(00:01:36) Sea of Thieves (All of us!)
(00:21:19) Overwatch League stage 2 finals and player code of conduct (All of us!)
(00:33:11) Darkest Dungeon (Pam)
(00:40:42) The Alienist (Tzufit)
(00:42:30) American Crime Story s2 (Tzufit)
Annihilation
There will be spoilers for the movie and book throughout.
(00:45:21) What is Annihilation?
(00:46:43) Expectations and adaptation
(00:53:17) Characters and actors
(00:58:10) Self-destruction themes and the addition of an adultery subplot
(01:04:23) Casting choices and focus on women
(01:06:01...
2018-04-021h 44
Media MavensHe Needs Help, Somebody Help Him (Episode 52)Pam and Riley are on their own this episode talking about what they've been up to over the last few weeks.
What we've been up to: (00:00:46)
(00:01:48) Jessica Jones (Riley)
(00:04:06) John Wick (Pam)
(00:07:22) Annihilation (Riley - and Pam too!)
(00:10:18) Parks & Rec (Pam)
(00:13:24) Wrinkle in Time (Riley)
(00:18:06) Stardew Valley (Pam)
(00:20:11) Mario Rabbids Kingdom Battle (Pam)
(00:22:24) EGLX & Ganymede's Girls (Riley)
(00:33:39) The Last of Us (Pam)
(00:36:59) Overwatch League (Riley)
Listener Questions
(00:45:12) How are the Ready Player One posters allowed to be so bad?! @the_doc_webb
(00:49:11)What do you think of the Dynasty's Spotify? @OrkChop
(00:51:18) Can...
2018-03-191h 07
Media MavensPlease Help Me, I'm Canadian (Episode 51)oday it's just Riley and Pam talking about what we've been up to - Disney World! Horizon Zero Dawn! Black Panther! Overwatch!
What we've been up to
(00:00:42) Disney World and Universal Studios (Riley)
(00:17:09) Horizon Zero Dawn (Pam)
(00:24:21) Black Panther (Riley/Pam) Spoiler warning: We talk about something that happens at the end of the movie at 00:27:45 until 00:31:31
(00:32:32) Queer Eye (Pam)
(00:36:18) Great British Bake-off (Riley)
(00:38:43) One Day at a Time (Pam)
(00:41:29) Competitive Overwatch (Riley)
(00:43:43) Devil/Ritual (Pam)
Listener Questions
(00:45:51) What’s the best Overwatch based podcast you either listen to or are aware of...
2018-03-051h 08
Media MavensPutting an Octopus to Bed (Episode 50)Maddy Myers joins us this episode to talk about the Overwatch League! She writes at Compete (which is affiliated with Kotaku and Deadspin) and covers competitive video games (aka esports). She also cohosts two podcasts - Let's Watch Two Movies, and an X-Men podcast called The Mutant Ages.
What we've been up to
(00:03:14) Dragonball FighterZ (Maddy)
(00:04:46) Cloverfield Paradox (Riley) some minor spoilers in here
(00:08:50) Zumbo's Dessert's (Pam)
(00:11:41) Riverdale/How to Get Away with Murder/Star Trek TNG (Maddy)
(00:16:42) The Mummy/ Queer Eye (Riley)
(00:19:45) Call...
2018-02-191h 49
Media MavensYou're Not the Boss of Me (Episode 49)This episode it's just Pam and Riley talking about what we've been up to and answering some listener questions. We share some unpopular opinions about some of the most loved games from last year, and talk about food a lot.
What we've been up to (00:01:00)
What Remains of Edith Finch (Riley)
(00:05:11) NieR: Automata (Pam)
(00:09:15) The Talos Principle (Riley)
(00:13:44) Red Queen (Pam)
(00:16:04) Dunkirk (Riley)
(00:20:00) Chastity Bites (Pam)
(00:21:59) The Layover / Ainsley Eats the Streets (Riley)
(00:25:30) Ingrid Goes West (Pam)
(00:28:06) YouTube Channels: Joel and Dan, Kara and Nate, Sweet and Tasty TV (Riley)
(00:33:53) The Love Witch...
2018-02-0556 minMedia MavensA Knife Taped to a Roomba (Episode 48)We invited Katherine Cross to the podcast to chat about sci-fi TV series, Black Mirror. We talk about the best episodes (and why they're the best), Katherine's article about the episode named "USS Callister", toxic fans and why we need optimistic media now.
Guest Intro: Katherine Cross (00:00:37)
Our guest today is Katherine! She is a Ph.D student in sociology at the CUNY Graduate Center, and freelance writer, columnist, and cultural critic.
What we've been up to
(00:02:57) OrcaCon (Katherine)
(00:04:06) Rumu (Katherine)
(00:05:15) Cook, Serve, Delicious 2 (Riley)
(00:08:44) Thumper, Crypt of the Necrodancer (Pam)
(00:11:06...
2018-01-221h 35
Media MavensConstantly Delighted by Something (Episode 47)Today we're talking about our favourite media from 2017.
What we've been up to
(00:00:53) Oxenfree (Riley)
(00:05:00) Overwatch and Mercy nerfs (Pam)
(00:10:40) Pyre (Riley)
(00:13:10) Valley (Pam)
(00:15:01) Octodad (Riley)
(00:19:20) Horizon Zero Dawn (Riley)
(00:30:10) Key & Peele (Pam)
(00:31:22) Along with the Gods (Riley)
(00:36:02) This is Us (Pam)
The Best of 2017
(00:39:38) Best Games - Horizon Zero Dawn, The Sexy Brutale, Overwatch League, Cuphead, What Remains of Edith Finch
(00:51:32) Best Movies - Goblin (tv), Train to Busan, Okja, The Big Sick, Get Out, Wonder Woman (WW episode of Movies with Mikey)
(01:02:20) Best TV - The Handmaid's Tale, Claws
(01:06:32) Best Podcasts...
2018-01-081h 29
Media MavensJust Stuff a Turkey with Sausage (Episode 46)Today we're talking about Christmas! We talk about our favourite Christmas movies and traditions.
What we've been up to: (00:01:35)
Overwatch (Riley)
(00:04:17) Abzu (Pam)
(00:05:23) Scanner Sombre (Pam)
(00:06:54) Star Wars: The Last Jedi (Riley)
(00:09:41) Doki Doki Literature Club (Pam)
(00:13:16) The Santa Clause (Riley)
(00:17:53) Burlesque (Pam)
(00:19:50) Scrooged (Riley)
(00:22:22) Switchblade Sisters (Pam)
(00:24:23) Elf & Home Alone (Riley/Pam)
(00:26:40) Love, Actually (Pam/Riley)
Christmas Faves* (00:44:50 - we talk about alcohol in this section and onwards, so please take care if you're avoiding that this season!)
Riley
The...
2017-12-241h 20
Media MavensSo Many Ways We Could All Die (Episode 45)This episode we talked about disaster movies with Riley's brother Tyler! Why we love them, what makes them great (or terrible) and all the ways the world can kill us.
Guest intro - Tyler (00:00:34)
Our guest today is Tyler who is a host on the Bottom Shelf podcast and Riley's brother!
What we've been up to (00:01:12)
Cuphead (Tyler)
(00:03:49) Your Name (Riley)
(00:05:53) Thimbleweed Park (Pam)
(00:7:55) Yakuza Kiwami (Tyler)
(00:10:42) Big Family Cooking Showdown (Riley)
(00:14:04) Reigns: Her Majesty (Pam)
(00:17:18) The Punisher (Tyler)
(00:20:00) Overwatch League (Riley)
(00:27:02) Divinity Original Sin 2 (Pam)
(00:29:36) Switchblade Sisters (Tyler)
Disaster movies (00:31:00)
2017-12-111h 26
Media MavensThat's Weird, What Do You Do? (Episode 44)Pam and Riley talk about what they've been doing lately between Pam's long days at work and Riley's favourite kpop group consuming her every waking hour.
Today's topics:
What we've been up to (00:01:09)
Animal Crossing Pocket Camp (Riley)
(00:06:56) Night in the Woods (Pam)
(00:09:07) Overwatch (Riley)
(00:13:26) TWD Michonne (Pam)
(00:16:30) Thor: Ragnarok (Riley)
(00:19:40) Geostorm (Pam)
(00:24:50) The Big Family Cooking Showdown (Riley)
(00:29:04) Mindhunter (Pam)
(00:33:13) BTS was at the AMAs (and everywhere else in American TV) (Riley)
(00:40:40) Blood, Sweat and Pixels (Pam)
Listener Questions (00:46:33)
Are DOOM and Wolfenstein part of the same universe? Will we ever...
2017-11-271h 14
Media MavensI Was the Sugar Daddy of my Guild (Episode 43)Today we invited our friend Kathryn on to talk about video games as a social activity. Online, couch co-op, eSports - we cover all the ways that gaming brings us together.
Our guest is Kathryn, who is part of the YouTube gaming channel Flock of Nerds and the monthly podcast Flock Talk.
What we've been up to (00:02:02)
Valiant Hearts (Kathryn)
(00:04:34) Destiny 2 (Riley)
(00:06:44) Mario Odyssey (Pam/Kathryn)
(00:13:27) Mozart in the Jungle (Kathyn)
(00:15:26) The Good Place (Riley)
(00:18:09) Stranger Things season 2 (Pam/Kathryn/Riley)
(00:23:42) Dunkirk (Kathryn)
(00:26:40) The Long Way to a Small Angry Planet (Riley)
(00:32:23) American Vandal...
2017-11-131h 26
Media MavensI Spent 45 Minutes in a Locker (Episode 42)Just in time for Hallowe'en, we invited Kait Tremblay to talk about A Mortician's Tale and what the "Death Positive" movement is, horror in general and why we're drawn to the genre.
What we've been up to
(00:03:49) AHS: Roanoke (Kait)
(00:05:50) Wings Chronicles (Riley)
(00:07:46) Dream Daddy (Pam)
(00:10:23) Alien: Isolation (Kait)
(00:12:40) Layers of Fear (Kait)
(00:13:48) Destiny 2 (Riley)
(00:15:27) The Park (Pam)
(00:16:55) Cuphead (Pam)
(00:20:12) Podcasts: Sawbones, My Favourite Murder (Kait)
(00:23:15) The Secret Life of Canada (Ep. 3 - Birchtown) (Riley)
(00:25:30...
2017-10-301h 35
Media MavensShe's a Doctor but She's Also a Woman (Episode 41)Today it's just Riley and Pam again, talking about what we've been doing and answering some questions. We love to hate on Grey's Anatomy, talk about recent Overwatch changes and have differing opinions on the trailer for The Last Jedi.
What we've been up to
(00:00:37) Grey's Anatomy
(00:04:37) Axiom Verge, Oxenfree
(00:07:04) Overwatch
(00:16:42) The Last Jedi trailer
(00:19:22) Gerald's Game
(00:21:06) Kpop! Got7
(00:23:55) The Good Place
(00:26:24) Blood of the Elves
Listener Questions
(00:29:18) Have you played the Stranger Things game yet? It’s on mobile and actually free, not “free to play”. It’s retro pixel adventure-RPG goodness. @lowguppy
(00:31:05) Do you t...
2017-10-161h 01
Media MavensThis is Why There's Two of Us (Episode 40)We recorded the 40th episode of Media Mavens on International Podcast Day! It's just Pam and Riley talking about what we've been doing these past weeks. Pam laments spending three hours of her life watching Batman vs Superman and Riley lets you know why you've been seeing so much KPOP on her Twitter feed lately.
What we've been up to
(00:01:18) The Handmaid's Tale (this is full of spoilers! skip ahead to (00:08:04) if you're looking to avoid them)
(00:08:04) Orphan Black
(00:10:50) It
(00:18:49) Batman v Superman
(00:25:29) Gaga: Five Foot Two
(00:34:12) The Big Sick
(00:36:34) Call the Midwife
(00:41:54) Star Trek: Discovery
(00:48:15...
2017-10-021h 33
Media MavensI Understand Colonialism Now (Episode 39)We invited returning guest Dia Lacina on the show this week. We talk about her latest article on Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice and what we've been up to.
What we've been up to (00:01:50)
(00:01:55 - Dia) Destiny 2
(00:06:31 - Riley) Hamilton
(00:10:01 - Pam) DOOM, The Banner Saga
(00:12:36 - Dia) XCOM2
(00:15:58 - Riley) Supernatural
(00:19:46 - Pam) XCOM2 War of the Chosen
(00:24:21 - Dia) Battlestar Galactica
(00:30:17 - Riley) Outlander
(00:35:05 - Pam) iZombie, As Above so Below
(00:38:54 - Dia) Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice
What Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice Gets Wrong About Mental Illness
(00:52:14 - Riley) Long Time Running
(00:57:27 - Riley) The Secret Life of...
2017-09-181h 31
Media MavensThat's a Whole Other Thesis (Episode 38)This week we invited Sara back to the show to talk about Blade Runner! She hadn't seen it, so we got to introduce her to a classic (again!).
What we've been up to
(00:02:19) Sara:
Diablo 3 Necromancer
Hearthstone Expansion
Bande a Part
Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt
True Detective s2
Handmaid's Tale
Awake: A Dream of Standing Rock
(00:44:00) Sara's Podcast Shoutouts
We Hate Movies
Last Podcast on the Left
Chapo Traphouse
Baseball Tonight
(00:16:00) Riley:
Destiny 2
Overwatch
Game of Thrones (Spoiler warning 00:26:10 to 00:34:27)
(00:34:27) Pam:
Observer
Overwatch
The Sexy Brutale
Brooklyn 99
The Incredible...
2017-09-041h 49
Media MavensIs This Actually Happening? (Episode 37)This episode it's just Pam and Riley talking about what we've been up to and answering listener questions. We do talk briefly in a spoilerific way about 13 Reasons Why and Game of Thrones - check the time stamps for those warnings.
What we've been up to (00:01:27)
(00:01:27) Rachel Aaron’s Heartstriker series
(00:06:08) Pyre
(00:07:18) Little Red Lie
(00:09:32) Tacoma
(00:10:46) 13 Reasons Why We talk spoilers from 13:30 to the next time stamp
(00:18:47) Hello My Twenties
(00:21:32) Pandemic, Cave
(00:22:55) Snowpiercer
(00:24:40) True Romance
(00:27:15) Game of Thrones We talk spoilers up to S7E5 to the next time stamp
(00:34:42) The Final Girls
(00:36:26) Orphan Black
(00:37:58) My Br...
2017-08-211h 10
Media MavensIf It's Not Smutty, I'm Not Interested (Episode 36)This episode, we tried something a little different - since we didn't have a topic, we went through what we've been up to in a round robin. Let us know what you thought!
Today's topics:
Guest intro (00:00:45)
Our guest this week is AppleCider!
Why does everyone hate Mercy (00:02:10)
What we've been up to (00:17:55)
(00:18:24 - Riley) Glow
(00:23:26 - Nico) Billions
(00:31:41 - Pam) Claws
(00:34:40 - Riley) OITNB
(00:40:50 - Nico) Twin Peaks
(00:44:34 - Nico) iZombie
(00:45:24 - Pam) Galavant & Crazy Ex-Girlfriend mention
(00:49:32 - Riley) Hacksaw Ridge
(00:55:14 - Nico) Movies! (Atomic Blonde...
2017-08-071h 47
Media MavensJust Like the Mad King (Episode 35)This week we talk to our friend Mel about all things Game of Thrones.
EPISODE NOTES
Our main segment is full of spoilers for Game of Thrones, up to and including the season 7 premiere. We also address sexual assault this episode, both in the main segment and when talking about Orange is the New Black.
Today's topics:
Guest Intro (00:00:49)
This week we talk to our friend Mel about all things Game of Thrones. Mel is an artist in the games industry, you can find some of her work here.
2017-07-241h 40
Media MavensMore Themyscira! More Amazons! (Episode 34)Our main segment is full of spoilers for Wonder Woman.
This week we had writer and film critic Valerie Complex on the show to talk about Wonder Woman. You can find Valerie's movie reviews and writing on Black Girl Nerds, Geek and Sundry, Hypable and many other publications.
We had some technical difficulties with audio this episode so it's edited together a little differently than normal. We did our best, hope you enjoy!
What we've been up to (00:00:49)
Riley
HoTS
Overwatch
The 100 (Spoiler alerts at 00:05:30!!)
Okja (00:10:20 - sort of spoilers?)
...
2017-07-121h 03
Media MavensSalty Googling (Episode 33)This episode it's just Pam and Riley again talking about what we've been up to and answering listener questions. We talk about Master of None, the games we're looking forward to from E3, Overwatch (as usual) and some new podcasts.
What we've been up to (00:00:57)
Riley
Overwatch
Master of None
Getting ready for KCon
Lots of KPop
Pam
Wonder Woman
Master of None
E3 coverage (State of Decay 2, Ori, Beyond Good and Evil 2, Wolfenstein)
Wolfenstein The New Order
American Gods
San Andreas
Overwatch
2017-06-2655 min
Media MavensShoot Them to Heal Them (Episode 32)This episode it's just Pam and Riley talking about what we've been up to and answering listener questions. We cover everything from Overwatch to Get Out to what we're hoping for with new game releases.
What we've been up to (00:01:14)
Riley
Overwatch (Dance-iversary)
Get Out
Wonder Women
The Polygon Show
G Dragon EP (Tamar's article)
Pam
Little Nightmares
2064: Read Only Memories
Stories Untold
The 100
Life
Twin Peaks revival
Let's Watch 2 Movies - Fury Road
Dev Game Club - Planescape Torment
Listener Questions (00:33:56)
(00:34:05) If you made your own video game what...
2017-06-121h 02
Flock of SeagalsAbove the LawIn this episode, Michael, Riley and Dylan go back to where it all began: Above the Law, a movie originally written with Clint Eastwood in mind, presumably with less aikido. With some interesting rewrites, and the gravitas of Henry Silva, it became the very confused little cousin of The Manchurian Candidate, and completely wastes the talents of a very game Pam Greer. Sad!
2017-06-011h 15
Media MavensI Have a Friend Who's Into It (Episode 31)This episode we're talking about music for the first time on the show! We invited Tamar Herman to chat about kpop and the culture surrounding it.
Guest Intro: Tamar Herman (00:00:36)
Billboard contributer and freelance writer, specializing in East Asian music and pop culture and how it relates to the US and social media.
What we've been up to (00:01:39)
Tamar
Ragnarok
West Wing
Wonder Woman
Sara J Mass - Court of Wings and Ruin
Riley
Riverdale
Master of None
Dream High
Youtube Channel "Jolly" (note: Riley says they're brothers...
2017-05-291h 45
Media MavensWe're Just Spoiling Everything (Episode 30)This episode it's just Riley and Pam, talking about what we've been watching and playing and answering some listener questions. We talk some spoilers for Riverdale and Fallout 4 in our discussions, so check the show notes for the timestamps of when those happen.
What we've been up to (00:00:40)
Riley
Riverdale Episode 12 Spoiler warning (00:02:17 - 00:04:03)
Sense 8 season 2
Dear White People
Guardians of the Galaxy 2
Pam
Heroes of the Storm
Raspberry Pi
Masterchef Australia
The Handmaid's Tale
Dear White People
Scandal
Leviathan Wakes
Listener Questions (00:29:18)
(00:29:25) If you could add romancing to any...
2017-05-151h 02
Media MavensVideo Games Aren't Special (Episode 29)Dia Lacina joins us this week to talk about a the ridiculous number of major video game releases over the last months, what we think of them and how we choose what to play.
What we've been up to (00:01:25)
Dia
Nier Automata
Persona 5
Dark Souls 2: Scholars of the First Sins
Yakuza 0
Night in The Woods
Riley
Overwatch
Streaming Korean!
Departures
Bill Nye
Handmaid's Tale
Pam
Unravel
Nier Automata
Dead Rising 2: Off the Record
Taken
Nurse Jackie
S Town
The Rabbit
Too Many Games!! (00:42:55)
Big releases we talked...
2017-05-011h 50
Media MavensI'm Sorry Bioware that is Just Not How Two Women Have Sex (Episode 28)In this episode we discuss Mass Effect Andromeda with returning guest Tzufit. We break down all the new systems and companions and answer the question - should you play it?
Guest and Topic Intro (00:00:25)
A brief intro to our guest Tzufit and our topic this episode.
What we've been up to (00:02:07)
Tzufit (@soetzufit)
Overwatch
Veep
13 Reasons Why (content warning: this show deals with suicide and sexual assault which we discuss a bit)
We Believe the Children
Maplecroft
Riley (@kaleri_)
Overwatch
The Wailing
Train to Busan
Strong Woman Do...
2017-04-172h 02
Media MavensIs this the Old Testament or a Fantasy Novel? (episode 27)Pam and Riley are on their own again this week, but it's the podcasts 1 year anniversary! We talk about plans for the future and answer a few questions from listeners.
What we've been up to
Riley
Mass Effect
Overwatch (Have you played Orisa yet? What do you think of her? @Orkchop)
Beauty and the Beast
The Vegetarian
Pam
Mass Effect
Torment (Have you played Tides of Numenera? How about Pillars of Eternity? What did you think of them? @Orkchop
Kona
Orphan Black
The Prestige (Let's Watch Two Movies podcast ep)
Dusk or...
2017-04-031h 04
Media MavensI Got Chills (Episode 26)This episode it's just Riley and Pam. We talk about what we've been up to and answer listener questions about everything from Destiny and Mass Effect to Korean dramas to our favourite books.
What we've been up to
Riley
Logan
Game of Thrones live
The 100
2 Hearts 1 Seoul
Movies with Mikey - Princess Mononoke
The Vegetarian
Pam
Beholder
Frog Fractions (NoClip Documentary)
Sherlock Holmes: The Devil's Daughter
I Don't Feel at Home in this World Anymore
The Sopranos - SPOILERS from 00:19:00 - 00:23:28
Listener Questions: 00:23:41
o Did you...
2017-03-201h 23
Media MavensCapitalism, that's the Real Horror (Episode 25)This week we have a returning guest, our friend Sara, to talk about the first two installments of the Alien movie franchise.
Guest and Topic Intro (00:00:19)
A brief intro to our guest Sara and an intro to our topic this episode.
What we've been up to (00:01:31)
Sara (@serrinnewow)
World of Warcraft
Girlfriend's Day
A Series of Unfortunate Events
Riverdale
A Dark, Dark Wood
Girl on the Train
Politics
Riley (@kaleri_)
Overwatch
Ghost in the Shell
Riverdale
Mukbangs - Thien Le and BenDeen
kpopcast
Learning Korean
Pam (@jasyla_)
...
2017-03-061h 35
Media MavensNot New, Just Previously Unnoticed (Episode 24)It's just Pam and Riley this week, so we bounce between lots of different things. We spoil Girl on the Train and The Fall in our first segment!! Skip past 00:06:15- 00:08:37 for Girl on the Train and 00:18:46-00:19:53 for the Fall S3. Skip to our second half at 00:24:52 to avoid all the spoilers.
What we've been up to
Riley
Overwatch
Heroes of the Storm
Girl on the Train - SPOILERS from 00:06:15-00:08:37
Deepwater Horizon
Voltron
new kpop songs from BTS! (BTS' new music videos; Spring Day and Not Today)
Pam
The Santa...
2017-02-201h 03
Media MavensHaving a Nice Chat with Aliens (Episode 23)This week we talked to Yussef Cole about the Oscar-nominated movie Arrival. Plus we get some Mass Effect talk in, because what's a Media Mavens episode without Mass Effect? Our main segment is full of spoilers for Arrival.
Guest and Topic Intro (00:00:32)
A brief intro to our guest, Yussef Cole, who writes about games for outlets such as Paste Magazine and hosts the Video Game Hour podcast.
What we've been up to (00:07:17)
Yussef (@youmeyou)
Hitman
Persona 4 Golden
Dishonored 2
Empire
I Am Not Your Negro
Hidden Figures
Split
Riley (@kaleri_)
...
2017-02-061h 36Media MavensI'm a Space Nerd (Episode 22)This is our longest episode to date, so buckle up! This week we're fortunate to chat with Fryda Wolff; voice actor, former sound designer and the voice of one of two protagonists in the new Mass Effect: Andromeda! We talk about voice acting and working for Bioware and some hopes for the future.
Guest and intro
We invited Fryda Wolff, recently announced as the voice of Sara Ryder - one of the two protagonists in Mass Effect: Andromeda - to the show. We talk about voice acting, working with Bioware and what we hope...
2017-01-232h 38
Media MavensAlistair and Cullen Fan Fic (Episode 21)We invited Tanya DePass of I Need Diverse Games and the Fresh Out of Tokens Podcast to chat with us about Dragon Age and answer a whole lot of listener questions.
What we've been up to (00:07:28)
Tanya (@cypheroftyr)
Final Fantasy XV
Skyrim Special Edition
Watch Dogs 2
Hip Hop Evolution
NK Jemisin’s The Fifth Season
Riley (@kaleri_)
Overwatch
Heroes of the Storm
Descendents of the Sun
Rogue One
Princess Mononoke
The Weeknd Starboy album
It's Our Turn Podcast
Pam (@jasyla_)
Dead Rising 4
Epistory: Typing Chronicles
Black Close
The Ghost Girl in...
2017-01-091h 25
Media MavensA Lot of Games Do Stupid Things (Episode 20)It's the last episode of the year and we're discussing our favourite things from 2016. Thank you for all your support this year! We love you <3
What we've been up to:
Riley (@kaleri_)
Pokemon Sun
The OA
Black Mirror
Hwarang
Yuri!! On Ice finale + Why YOU should watch Yuri on Ice
THAT Overwatch comic
Pam (@jasyla_)
Overwatch
Gravity Ghost
Assassin's Creed Chronicles: China
3%
The OA
Our favourite things from 2016 (00:25:00)
Movies
Deadpool
Star Trek: Beyond
Games
Overwatch
DOOM
Firewatch
Pokemon Go!
Mystic Messenger
Listener Faves:
...
2016-12-261h 31
Media MavensHow do you get 50 million people to like a woman? (Episode 19)We invited AppleCider back to hang out and talk about the big events in video games that happened recently - The Game Award and PlayStation Experience.
Guest and Topic Intro (00:00:51)
A brief intro to our guest, AppleCider.
What we've been up to (00:03:17)
AppleCider (@AppleCiderWitch)
Overwatch
Dishonored 1
Man in the High Castle
Riley (@kaleri_)
Mystic Messenger
Black Mirror
MAMAs
Official Spotify playlists for EXO/BTS
Pam (@jasyla_)
Mystic Messenger (the bad ending)
Overwatch
Popstar
The L Word
Damage Done
Let's Watch Two Movies
The Game Awards (00:38: 05)
2016-12-121h 47
Media MavensMystic Mavens (Episode 18)Pam and Riley sit down to chat about what they've been up to. Riley talks about kpop for a solid 10 minutes, and Pam listens very kindly.
Pam (@jasyla_)
The Lion's Song
Masquerada
Sara is Missing
Mystic Messenger
Master Chef Canada
Experience Points
Where am I Now?
Riley (@Kaleri_)
Heroes of the Storm
Mystic Messenger
Yuri!! On Ice
kpop!
Twitter Questions: (00:44:30)
After all the build up in Mass Effect 1, what did you think about SPECTREs by the end of the first trilogy? (@ActWon1)
Who did you choose for Divine? (@Orkchop)
How do you...
2016-11-281h 21
Media MavensMass Effect Feelings (Episode 17)We invited Sean, also known as P1 in the Cartridge Club, to hang out and talk about the latest on Mass Effect after the recent N7 day. We got a lot of listener questions which made up the bulk of the discussion.
Guest Intro (00:01:26)
A brief intro to our guest, Sean.
What we've been up to (00:02:30)
Sean (@CartridgeBros)
PaRappa the Rapper
Overwatch
Westworld
Riley (@kaleri_)
Overwatch
The Crown
Dr. Strange
Pam (@jasyla_)
Heavy Rain
Enslaved: Odyssey to the West
Kill List
High Rise
Black Mirror season 3
2016-11-141h 29
Media MavensSweet Christmas (Episode 16)We invited Johnathan (ActWon1 on twitter) to hang out and talk about the newest Netflix/Marvel offering, Luke Cage.
Guest Intro (00:00:40)
A brief intro to our guest, Johnathan.
What we've been up to (00:02:38)
Johnathan (@actwon1)
Severed
Luigi's Mansion
Wes Craven's New Nightmare
Still Processing Podcast
Riley (@kaleri_)
Overwatch
Mystic Messenger
Destiny: Rise of Iron
Dance Academy
I'm a Forge Partner! (forge.gg/kaleri_)
Pam (@jasyla_)
Civ 6
Telltale's Batman
Westworld
Get It Right Podcast
Throne of the Crescent Moon
Luke Cage (00: 38: 38)
Spoilers galore here!
2016-10-311h 37
Media MavensStevenbomb (Episode 15)This week we talked to BrothaDom about the Cartoon Network hit, Steven Universe. We cover everything from representation, to how it appeals to people of all ages and answer a lot of listener questions.
Guest Intro (00:00:45)
An introduction to our guest, BrothaDom. You can find his writing at Lady Geek Girl and Friends and listen to him on the Character Reveal podcast.
What we've been up to (00:02:22)
BrothaDom (@BrothaDom)
Overwatch
Luke Cage
Soundtrack Attack
Panic at the Disco: Death of a Bachelor
Kaleri (@kaleri_)
World of Warcraft
Overwatch
...
2016-10-171h 26
Media MavensTo All the Games I've Never Played (Episode 14)Today we're talking about AppleCider's article, Looking Back on Gaming without Nostalgia! We chat about feeling left out of the conversation, and how you don't necessarily have to play a game to talk about it.
Guest Intro (00:00:45)
Brief intro to our returning guest, AppleCider!
What we've been up to (00:01:19)
AppleCider (@appleciderwitch)
World of Warcraft
Fall TV Shows: Atlanta, Chef's Table: France
Kaleri (@kaleri_)
World of Warcraft
Zootopia
Once Upon a Time
Grey's Anatomy
Pam (@jasyla_)
Virginia
The Bunker
Attack the Block
Hard Candy
The People vs...
2016-10-031h 36
Media MavensDisturbing on a Narrative Level (Episode 13)This week we talked to returning guest Dia Lacina about open world games. We cover everything from Fallout 4 to Dead Rising to Grand Theft Auto. Plus a whole bunch of Bioware games (surprise!).
What we've been up to (00:01:22)
Dia (@DiaLacina)
X-Men The Animated Series (Standards & Practice notes, Loose Canon:Mystique)
Grand Theft Auto 5
Witcher 3
Dragon Age: Inquisition
Riley (@Kaleri_)
World of Warcraft: Legion
New D&D game
Nice Dragons Finish Last
Geek to Geek Podcast: No Man's Sky
Pam (@Jasyla_)
Overwatch
Deus Ex
The Neon Demon
America's Next...
2016-09-191h 39
Media MavensWe Want to Stand Up (Episode 12)Today it's just Pam and Riley talking about what we've been up to and answering listener questions.
What we've been up to: (00:01:44)
Riley:
WoW: Legion
Overwatch
Batman v Superman
Jason Bourne
Bad Moms
The Intern
Love and Friendship
League of Legends North American Finals @ ACC in Toronto
Room
Nice Dragons Finish Last
Girl on the Train
The Adventure Zone
Pam:
Overwatch
Beyond Good and Evil
Hidden object games
Deus Ex Mankind Divided
BroForce
Phantasmagoria
Star Wars (ep 1,5,6,7)
The Americans
You're Next
Ali Wong: Baby Cobra
Console Wars
Oryx and Crake
Tavit and...
2016-09-051h 19
Media MavensThat's Not What A Demogorgon Looks Like (Episode 11)Today we're talking about the hottest new show of the summer - Stranger Things. We spoil lots.
Guest Intro 00:01:00
We start with a quick introduction to our guest, Sara. You can find her on Twitter @SerrinneWoW !
What we've been up to (00:01:57)
Sara
New Diablo 3 season
League of Legends
Pokemon GO
Zodiac
Honeymoon
The Big Short
Deliver Us From Evil
Tragically Hip concert
Riley (@Kaleri_)
No Man's Sky
Hearthstone - Karazhan expansion
Tragically Hip concert
Pam (@Jasyla_)
No Man's Sky
Shovel Knight
This War of Mine
The...
2016-08-221h 30
Media MavensIt's Bi Noon (Episode 10)We're finally cashing in on the Overwatch hype, sit down with us as we tackle what it is and why we love it with Sabriel.
What we've been up to (02:23:00)
Sabriel (@Sabriality or sabriel.me )
Overwatch
Kerbal Space
A Very Secret Service
Archer
Star Trek TNG
Riley (@Kaleri_)
Overwatch
Pokemon GO
Pokemon
Stranger Things
Star Trek Beyond
Pam (@Jasyla_)
PS2 Games
Hero Defense: Haunted Island
No Man's Sky
Masterchef Australia
Stranger Things
Jane the Virgin
The Jinx
Overwatch and Listener Questions (00:24:36)
What is Overwatch?
PC v PS4?
Who's...
2016-08-081h 40
Media MavensMy Favourite Swear Word (Episode 9)This week we don't have a guest so we get right into what we've been doing!
What we've been up to (00:02:11)
Riley - (@kaleri_)
Overwatch
Pokemon GO
Orange is the New Black
The Big Short
The Secret Life of Pets
The Real History of Science Fiction
Pam - (@jasyla_)
Dragon Age: Inquisition - Trespasser
Inside
Arkham Knight
The Invitation
Buried
Swimming with Sharks
Star Wars: A New Hope
Pretty Little Liars
Daredevil
Listener questions (00:42:00)
Are you thinking of popping back into WoW for Legion? @Orkchop
What 80s or 90s cartoon...
2016-07-251h 15
Media MavensF*ckboy Murder Simulator (Episode 8)This week we invited Dia Lacina to dish about our favourite murder simulator and overall great scary game, Until Dawn.
Our main segment has spoilers for the game Until Dawn, and there are minor spoilers for Game of Thrones, Dragon Age Inquisition and Orange is the New Black in our first segment.
What we've been doing 01:41:00
Pam - @jasyla_
Guested on Character Reveal Podcast
Hand of Fate
Dragon Age Inquisiton
XCOM2
Orange is the New Black
The Girl With All the Gifts
Dia - @dialacina
Final Fantasy XIV
Shadowrun Returns...
2016-07-111h 44
Media MavensThe Empire Needs to Get a New Schtick (Episode 7)Today we're talking about Star Wars! Our main segment has spoilers for Star Wars: The Force Awakens. Also we talk Game of Thrones s6ep9 spoilers between 33:27 and 37:44
Today's topics:
Guest intro 00:00:36
We start with a brief introduction to our guest, Tzufit. You can find her on Twitter and listen to her podcast, Pop Culture Coven.
What we've been doing 00:02:13
Tzufit - @soetzufit
80 Days
Overwatch
Prison Architect
Lost
Friends at the Table
Riley - @Kaleri_
Hearthstone
Critical Role
Game of Thrones
Running the Game
Pam...
2016-06-271h 45
Media MavensThe Real Question is; Who would you romance? (Episode 6)This week it's just Pam and Riley talking about X-Men and what they've been up to lately.
What we've been up to (00:01:01)
Pam - (@jasyla_)
Dragon Age: Inquisition
Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines
Darkest Dungeon
Firefly
Riley - (@kaleri_)
Overwatch
Hearthstone
Bo Burnham's comedy special: Make Happy
Warcraft
X-Men: Apocalypse (00:32:05)
Apocalypse: Silliest villain ever?
Does Magneto really need another origin story?
Quicksilver!
Jean Grey
Middle-aged male superheroes
Listener questions (00:59:09)
Who is better, Charles Xavier or Jean Luc Picard? - @TheDonovanViper
Do you feel that Days of Future Past...
2016-06-131h 21
Media MavensNot a Nuclear Physicist (Episode 5)This week we talk to Megan Patterson, writer at Paper Droids and The Mary Sue, about the post-apocalyptic CW show The 100. Our main segment is full of spoilers for The 100.
Guest intro 00:00:52
We start with a brief introduction to our guest, Megan Patterson. You can find her on Twitter and find her writing at Paper Droids and The Mary Sue.
What we've been doing 00:02:35
Megan - @mk_patter
Dragon Age: Inquisition
Witcher III
Robin McKinley's fairy tale adaptations, currently reading Deerskin
Lady Dynamite
Riley - @Kaleri_
Overwatch
Saga...
2016-05-301h 45
Media Mavens45 Minutes of Swamp Thing (Episode 4)This week we talk to Adam Koebel, co-designer of Dungeon World and full-time Twitch streamer about tabletop roleplaying.
What we've been doing 00:05:30
Pam - @jasyla_ , Cannot Be Tamed
Masterchef Australia, Edge of Tomorrow
Defender’s Quest, Crusader Kings 2, XCOM2, Stellaris
The Grownup by Gillian Flynn
Adam - @skinnyghost, adam-koebel.com, Twitch channel
Finishing Daredevil Season 2, Rewatching Hannibal
Re-read the first three volumes of WICKED + THE DIVINE, read WYTCHES v1, trying to finish the THREE BODY PROBLEM
Overwatch, Dark Souls 3
Ryuutama, Burning Wheel, Age of Rebellion, 5e D&D, Blades in the Da...
2016-05-161h 28
Media MavensLet the Flames Take Me (Episode 3)This episode we're joined by our friend AppleCider to talk about Firewatch. Story/ending spoilers for Firewatch are concentrated around 53:15 - 1:00:30
What we've been doing 00:01:22
Applecider - @appleciderwitch
West Wing
Stardew Valley
Sailor Moon Drops
Pam - @jasyla_, YouTube
Creed
Hate Plus
The Walking Dead season 1 (Telltale)
Riley - @Kaleri_
Titan A.E.
Game of Thrones season 6 premiere
Edge of the Empire (Star Wars) tabletop
Diablo 3
Firewatch 00:36:25
General thoughts on the game
The effectiveness of the games opening
Playing as Henry
Ending thoughts
Delilah
Easter eggs and turtles
2016-05-021h 33
Media MavensLet It Be a Zombie Baby (Episode 2)This episode we have our first guest, Kahlief Adams of the Spawn on Me podcast, and we discuss The Walking Dead. Spoilers for The Walking Dead season 6 start at 1:01:45
Guest intro 01:21
We start with a brief introduction to our guest, Kahlief Adams. You can find his podcast, Spawn on Me, on esn.fm or follow on Twitter @spawnonme.
What we've been doing 07:40
Riley - @Kaleri_
Destiny's new patch
Rollplay Swan Song episode 50 and Mirrorshades
Heroes of the Storm
Enthusiast Live Gaming Expo (April 29 - May 1)
Fear the Walking Dead
...
2016-04-181h 38
Media MavensSuffer With Me (Episode 1)Our very first episode of the show! Get to know the hosts, Pam and Riley as they talk about what they've played and watched lately! Spoilers for Telltale's Game of Thrones: 22:00-26:30
Today's topics:
Pam - @jasyla_, Cannot Be Tamed - YouTube & Blog
FFX, Heroes of the Storm, 999, Telltale's Game of Thrones
West Wing, The 100
Riley - @Kaleri_
Stardew Valley, Overwatch, Heroes of the Storm, Hyper Light Drifter
The 100, Walking Dead, Rollplay: Swan Song
Dragon Age RPG
If you’ve got any feedback, questions, people or topics you’d li...
2016-04-0446 min