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Indie InnovatorsIndie InnovatorsIndie Game Development: Budgeting for BeginnersMost people think budgeting a game means adding up the dollar s. But indie development demands a different kind of math.In this episode, Spencer and James dive deep into what budgeting really looks like for first-time developers—and why it's less about funding and more about emotional endurance, team bandwidth, and brutally honest scoping. If you’ve ever tried to plan a game with limited time, resources, or experience, this is the crash course you didn’t know you needed.What’s Inside:Why traditional budgeting advice f...2025-07-311h 59Indie InnovatorsIndie InnovatorsEverything You Thought About Budgeting is Wrong: It Was Never About the MoneyMost new devs think budgeting is about spreadsheets and dollar signs—but that's only part of the truth.In this episode, James (a veteran developer) breaks down what budgeting in game development actually means—and why it’s more about time, emotional stamina, and team clarity than money. Spencer (new to the industry) asks the questions most beginners are too afraid to voice, digging into the real reasons indie games fall apart.What’s Inside:Why budget ≠ moneyHow time and emotional cost shape game scope2025-07-171h 01Indie InnovatorsIndie InnovatorsBrainstorming Our First Video Game – Can We Actually Build This?Most devs don’t fail because they lack ideas—but because they don’t plan for what those ideas actually cost.In Part 3 of our “Preparing for Your First Game” arc, Spencer and James take the next step: stress-testing their narrative game idea to see if they can realistically build it. This isn’t just brainstorming—it’s brutal math, emotional honesty, and hard truths about scope, burnout, and what it means to “finish.”What’s Inside:The true meaning of MVP vs. vertical sliceA visual metaphor for market saturation...2025-06-261h 40Indie InnovatorsIndie InnovatorsBrainstorming Our First Video Game – Validating the Game Dev IdeaMost game ideas fail long before they’re built. Not because they’re bad—but because they aren’t ready.In Part 2 of our “Preparing for Your First Game” arc, Spencer and James dig into the critical next step: validating an idea before turning it into a full game treatment.This episode covers what most new developers skip—audience analysis, artistic considerations, and the actual cost (in both time and money) of finishing what you start. It’s a brutally honest look at what it takes to move from idea to executable plan.What’s Inside:2025-06-121h 13Indie InnovatorsIndie InnovatorsHow to Brainstorm a Game You Might Actually FinishEveryone has game ideas. But most never get built — and even fewer get finished.In this episode of Indie Innovators, Spencer and James tackle the challenge of brainstorming a game that could actually survive development.They explore three original ideas, but this isn’t a freeform jam session. It's a grounded, honest look at how to scope for two people — especially when one of you is brand new to game development.What’s Inside: - How to brainstorm with limitations in mind - Why scope is your greatest creative filter2025-05-291h 59Indie InnovatorsIndie InnovatorsGrit Isn’t Enough: Surviving Your First Game Development SpiralYou’ve probably heard it before: “Just keep going.”But what if grit isn’t enough to make your first indie game — or even your fifth — work?In this episode of Indie Innovators, James and Spencer dig deep into what perseverance really looks like in game development. From spaghetti code and scope creep to the quiet weight of walking away from a project, we unpack what most people don’t say when they tell you to "just stick with it."This isn’t just about staying in the game — it’s about learnin...2025-05-2222 minIndie InnovatorsIndie InnovatorsWhy Most Game Prototypes Fail—And What Makes One StickWhat’s the difference between a prototype that leads to a finished game—and one that wastes months of your time? Is it better to start with a detailed plan, or just start building and see what happens? And how do you know when it’s time to move on from a failing idea?In this episode of Indie Innovators, host Spencer Koroll is joined by James Smith, co-owner of Blackcap Creative and the podcast’s co-producer, for a deep dive into the messy, essential world of prototyping. They explore how prototypes help developers test ide...2025-05-0124 minIndie InnovatorsIndie InnovatorsHow to Pick the Right Game Dev Tools (Without Wasting Years)When you're just starting out in game development, picking the right tools can feel overwhelming. Unity, Unreal, Godot, Blender, Maya—everyone seems to have a different opinion, and the fear of wasting months (or years) learning the wrong thing is real.In this episode of Indie Innovators, James breaks down a smarter way to choose your tools—starting with your goals, not what’s trendy. Whether you're working solo or with a team, this episode will help you stop chasing the "best" software and start using the tools that actually move your project forward.Why...2025-04-1827 minIndie InnovatorsIndie InnovatorsChoosing the Right Game Idea: Where Indie Devs Should Start"How do you know if your game idea is actually worth making? Should you follow your passion, or should you focus on what players actually want? And how do you avoid the all-too-common mistake of getting stuck on a project that goes nowhere?"In this episode of Indie Innovators, host Spencer Koroll is joined by James Smith, co-owner of Blackcap Creative and our podcast’s co-producer, to break down what makes a good game concept—and what doesn’t. They discuss why validation is key, how to test ideas before committing, and why so many indie developers waste...2025-03-1426 minIndie InnovatorsIndie InnovatorsAre You Missing This Key Trait for Success? | The Mindset of an Indie Game DeveloperThis week, we’re exploring the essential traits, mindsets, and challenges that every newcomer to the indie game industry should know. Join us as we hear from Vanessa Devine, a producer in the Games Industry, and James Smith, a game triage specialist, for practical advice and motivating stories that will help you navigate your early indie dev journey.In this episode, you’ll discover: Common misconceptions new indie devs have—and how to correct them. Key traits and mindsets that helped Vanessa and James overcome early obstacles. Personal anecdotes on the turning points that shaped their career...2025-02-2045 minIndie InnovatorsIndie InnovatorsShould You Work With a Publisher? An Introductory Guide for Indie DevsShould indie devs work with a publisher or go solo? It’s a big decision, and while this episode won’t make the choice for you, it will help you start figuring it out. We’ll break down the pros and cons of both paths, highlight key questions new indie devs often overlook, and get insights from James Smith, who’s worked on both sides of the industry—with indie developers and publishers. Plus, James introduces a third option that many devs don’t even consider. 2025-01-3026 minIndie InnovatorsIndie InnovatorsYou Don’t Have to Know It All: Advice for Aspiring Game DevelopersIn this episode of Indie Innovators, we dive into a topic that’s on the minds of many aspiring game developers: what does it really take to be seen as an expert in the games industry? Join host Spencer Koroll and co-producer James Smith, co-owner of Black Cap Creative, as they break down the myths of expertise and offer practical advice for anyone looking to break into game development. Whether you’re just starting out or thinking about launching your first indie project, this episode is packed with valuable insights, including: Why you don’t need to kno...2025-01-1617 minIndie InnovatorsIndie InnovatorsWhen Crisis Strikes: The Frightening Reality of Game Development - Part 2Today, we’re diving into one of the most critical, and often overlooked, aspects of game development: Crisis Management. Whether you're just starting out or dreaming of joining the industry, crises are inevitable. Deadlines slip, bugs appear out of nowhere, and unexpected obstacles can throw even the best teams off course. That’s why understanding how to navigate a crisis can mean the difference between success and failure. Joining me today is James Smith, a seasoned game industry professional, to break down the five main elements of crisis management.2025-01-0224 minIndie InnovatorsIndie InnovatorsWhen Crisis Strikes: The Frightening Reality of Game Development - Part 1In this episode, James recounts the story of the worst crisis he’s ever faced in his professional career. From what happened and how it unfolded to the steps he took to recover, this candid discussion dives deep into the realities of managing a crisis in the game development industry. This is Part 1 of a two-part series on Crisis Management, setting the stage for Part 2, where James breaks down the key elements and strategies every game developer needs to navigate crises effectively. Don’t miss this episode—it’s the foundation for understanding how to face the unexpected in game dev...2024-12-1920 minIndie InnovatorsIndie InnovatorsMastering Project Management: 3 Essential Methodologies for Indie Game DevelopersJoining us again is James, who breaks down the "big three" project management styles: Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall. We explore how these methodologies work, the key differences between them, and which approach might be the best fit for your indie game project. If you’ve ever wondered how to stay on track, avoid burnout, and finish your game on time, this episode is for you. Tune in to learn practical tips and real-world examples that will take your project management skills to the next level. What you’ll learn: The core principles of Agile, Scru...2024-12-0521 minIndie InnovatorsIndie InnovatorsWhy Indie Game Devs Struggle with Goal-Setting (And What To Do About It)Setting goals is easy, achieving them is the hard part. In this episode of Indie Innovators, we dive into the common pitfalls that cause game developers to fall short of their goals—and more importantly, how to overcome them. Learn how to break down your big dreams into actionable steps, avoid burnout, and stay focused on what really matters in your indie game journey. Whether you're just starting out or deep in development, these tips will help you create a plan you can stick to and finally turn your ideas into reality.2024-11-2228 minIndie InnovatorsIndie InnovatorsGreat Storytelling Isn’t Enough to Save Your Game! Here's What You're MissingThis week James Smith returns to talk about why a great narrative isn't enough to make a game successful in game development. In this episode he shares the importance of building balance between story and gameplay mechanics. And through implementing both, players can find your games more engaging and memorable. Whether you're new to game development or a seasoned professional, this episode is packed with tips and insights for anyone looking to elevate their game design skills. 2024-11-0318 minIndie InnovatorsIndie InnovatorsWhy Indie Devs Refuse to Embrace Player-Centric Design (And It's Costing Them!)Understanding what Player-Centric Design is could be the difference between a successful hit and a 1 off flop. But what if a simple understanding of the difference between good and bad Player-Centric Design is all it might take? In this episode, I sit down with James Smith to dive deep into what makes it tick, why indie devs struggle to understand and outright ignore it, but also what we can do to bring it all back together and help it shape the game of our (and more specifically our players) dreams!2024-10-1825 minIndie InnovatorsIndie InnovatorsAre You Sabotaging Your Game? The Importance of Understanding MechanicsAre you sure you know what a Video Game Mechanic really is? Many newcomers to the industry, including myself, often struggle with this concept. In this episode, I sit down with James Smith to dive deep into what game mechanics truly are, why understanding them is crucial, and how a lack of clarity can lead to major setbacks for indie teams later in development.2024-08-2922 minIndie InnovatorsIndie InnovatorsThe Misconceptions About Game Prototypes, Even Among the ProsAre you sure you know what a Video Game Prototype is? Or even why they're important? This week we sit down with James Smith again to talk exactly that. Through his experience as a teacher and project manager in the games industry, James has experience first hand with students, entry level and even many mid level developers on their perceptions and implementations of Video Game Prototypes. 2024-08-1522 minIndie InnovatorsIndie InnovatorsWhy Student Portfolios are BAD and what you should look for in a GOOD oneThis week James Smith returns to talk about his experiences with Portfolios in the Games Industry. He speaks from both the perspective of a teacher working with students and from a recruiter looking to hire. Together, he has a lot of valuable insights for both those building their own portfolios and those looking to hire someone. Whether you are new to the industry or you've been working in it for a while, this episode is a must listen for anyone working with or around Portfolios in the Games Industry.2024-07-0428 minIndie InnovatorsIndie InnovatorsCreating Your Debut Video Game IdeaThis week James Smith is back and sharing 3 different approaches on how to start making a video game. Whether you're new to the industry or you've been around for a while, he has 3 sure fire ways to get you past the dreaded question of "what should I make?"2024-06-2017 minIndie InnovatorsIndie InnovatorsThe Critical Early Stages of Indie Game DevelopmentIn this episode of Indie Innovators, we delve into the crucial early stages of indie game development. Join us as we explore the importance of planning and prototyping with James Smith, producer and co-owner of BlackCap Creative. James shares his insights on how to start small, set realistic goals, and build effective prototypes. We discuss strategies for new developers to create a solid foundation for their projects, focusing on the importance of defining clear goals and scaling up gradually. Whether you’re dreaming up your first game or refining your development process, this episode provides valuable insights on...2024-06-0714 minIndie InnovatorsIndie InnovatorsOften Overlooked Roles in Indie Game DevelopmentIn this episode of Indie Innovators, we explore the often overlooked yet crucial roles that make indie game development possible. Join us as James Smith, producer and co-owner of Black Cap Creative, shares his insights and experiences working with small indie studios. James delves into the common pitfalls indie teams face, from the absence of essential roles like technical animators and level designers to the challenges of leadership and communication. Discover why having a well-rounded team with defined roles is key to a project’s success and how many indie developers can miss these critical aspects. ...2024-06-0729 minIndie InnovatorsIndie InnovatorsThe Hidden Pitfalls of Scope Creep in Indie Game DevelopmentIn this episode of Indie Innovators, we delve into the often daunting challenge of scope creep in game development. Join us as we sit down with James Smith, co-owner of BlackCap Creative, who brings a wealth of experience in game triage and project management. James shares real-world examples of how seemingly small feature additions can spiral into major project overhauls, jeopardizing timelines and budgets. He explains the concept of scope creep, its impact on both indie and triple-A game projects, and offers practical strategies to manage and prevent it. Whether you're an aspiring game developer...2024-06-0718 minIndie InnovatorsIndie InnovatorsHow Diverse Experiences Shape a Game Developer’s CareerIn this inaugural episode, we sit down with James Smith, producer and co-owner of BlackCap Creative, a 3D animation and Game Dev Studio. James takes us through his fascinating journey from working in a fish plant to becoming a prominent figure in the game industry. He shares the challenges he faced, including the unexpected closure of Pixar Canada, and how he pivoted his career towards software development and game design. James provides valuable insights into the importance of adaptability, continuous learning, and networking in building a successful career. He discusses his experiences working on various projects, from...2024-06-0740 minSpencastSpencastCalypssian | Transitioning and Content Creation aren't easyCalypssian (@calypssian) is my last surviving partner in crime on the weekly Ablockalypse event run by Wraithstation where the two of us are surviving a zombie apocalypse with 32 other content creators every Saturday at 1pm MT! Today we will be taking a dive into How Calypssian joined Ablockalypse and how he got into and his inspirations behind his content creation! Later we speculate on Minecraft Legends, and then wrap things up with some Elden Ring! Discord: (https://discord.gg/7mYCreYQbp) If you want to join in on the shenanigans and catch this podcast live, you can do...2022-08-0254 minSpencastSpencastMinecraft Ablockalypse - The new 6 week Multiplayer Survival SeriesYou’re listening to the podcast version of our Weekly Community Discord Stage where every Monday the community and myself get together in our discord and talk about Minecraft, usually a little bit of anime as well, and anything else that sparks our interest! This week we’re talking about Ablockalypse! A six week running multiplayer survival series where 26 creators enter, and only one comes out alive at the end! But when you do die, you come back as an infected with your own special unique properties and abilities!! We also touch briefly on Project OSSI where one of our...2022-07-2653 minSpencastSpencastYour Brand New Hardcore Seeded Minecraft Challenge!You’re listening to the podcast version of our Weekly Community Discord Stage where every Monday the community and myself get together in our discord and talk about Minecraft, usually a little bit of anime as well, and anything else that sparks our interest! This week were talking about our Hardcore Community Challenge! Where everyone plays hardcore Minecraft on the same Seed and we issue challenges back and forth for each other complete! We then get into Some new Minecraft Legends news before wrapping things up with a bunch of talk on older video games! Discord: (https://di...2022-07-2639 minSpencastSpencastThe Best Adventure Maps every Minecraft player must play!You’re listening to the podcast version of our Weekly Community Discord Stage where every Monday the community and myself get together in our discord and talk about Minecraft, usually a little bit of anime as well, and anything else that sparks our interest! This week we’re going through a bunch of the top rated Adventure maps! We also touch briefly on Project OSSI, the community Hardcore Minecraft challenge, as well as The Boys Season 3 (no spoilers) Discord: (https://discord.gg/7mYCreYQbp) If you want to join in on the shenanigans and catch this podcast live, you...2022-07-0543 minSpencastSpencastIn 40,000 hours an AI learned to play Minecraft...You’re listening to the Weekly Community Discord Stage where every Monday the community and myself get together and talk about Minecraft, usually a little bit of anime as well, and anything else that sparks our interest! This week we’re talking about an AI that learned to play Minecraft by watching 40,000 hours of videos on youtube, the incredibly well designed Stronghold in Minecraft Dungeons, a little bit about the Project OSSI server and then finish things off with Mid Month Minigames, a new monthly minigames event I’m starting with a few other content creators! Discord: (https...2022-06-2849 minSpencastSpencastMinecraft modpacks you do not want to miss out on! These are sure to challenge and excite you!You’re listening to the Weekly Community Discord Stage where every Monday the community and myself get together and talk about Minecraft, usually a little bit of anime as well, and anything else that sparks our interest! This week we answer some of our listener emails, discuss the Minecraft Oneblock challenge, take a dive into a bunch of other Modpacks that follow the Skyblock theme (as well as some underwater) and last we talk about some of the latest developments within the Project OSSI server! Discord: (https://discord.gg/7mYCreYQbp) If you want to join in on th...2022-06-2149 minSpencastSpencastMinecraft Legends just announced and it looks incredible! So we analyze the Trailer!You’re listening to the Weekly Community Discord Stage where every Monday the community and myself get together and talk about Minecraft, usually a little bit of anime, and anything else that sparks our interest! But this week was especially exciting because Minecraft Legends was announced! The latest addition to the line of Minecraft Video Games! So I’ve analyzed the trailer and scoured the web for any bits of information I can on it! And equally as exciting, we got a gameplay sneak peek at Bethesda's long awaited Starfield! There is a lot of talk on both of thos...2022-06-1456 minSpencastSpencastGenetic Modifications in Minecraft and a Toilet Destroyed by Little HerculesWelcome to the Weekly Community Discord Stage where every Monday the community and myself get together and talk about Minecraft, usually a little bit of anime, and anything else that sparks our interest! This week on the Project OSSI server we talk about Sigma, his genetic experiments, and how he seems to be slipping into madness, we’ve also got an exciting story about Melti, and how her brother single handedly flooded her house with nothing but half of a broken toilet seat handle and his own Herculean strength, as well some Star Wars talk since I just started wa...2022-06-0756 minSpencastSpencastMinecraft The Wild 1.19 update releases next week! We also love Anime and puzzle games!This week on our community Discord Stage, we’re talking about Minecrafts new 1.19 update coming out next week! We also dive into some of the different shows and anime we’ve been watching like stranger things and Ascendance of a Book Worm, as well as talk about some of our favorite puzzle games! Discord: (https://discord.gg/7mYCreYQbp) If you want to join in on the shenanigans and catch this podcast live, you can do so at 8pm MT every monday, we're hanging out talking in our Discord Server! And if you want to send in any of y...2022-05-311h 01SpencastSpencastWhy you should create your own 'A Heist With Markiplier'This week on our community Discord Stage, we’re talking about A Heist with Markiplier as well as some inspirations in our own content that it has created) The community has been raving about it for weeks and I am blown away with it now that I’ve made some time to sit down and watch it. A Heist With Markiplier Discord: (https://discord.gg/7mYCreYQbp) If you want to join in on the shenanigans and catch this podcast live, you can do so at 8pm MT every Monday, we're hanging out talking in our...2022-05-2441 minSpencastSpencastMinecraft is losing fireflies and birch forests! We are all very sad QQThis week on our community Discord Stage, we’re loosing 2 fan favorite features that were supposed to be in the upcoming minecraft update! And we are very sad about that. We’ve also got a list of the 4 top uses of chickens in minecraft (and dont worry you will probably be just as disappointed as we were) We then talk a little bit on my experiences so far with streaming on YouTube and then jump into a bunch of movie and TV show recommendations from the community! And there are a ton of great ones like Eureka and Warehouse 13! 2022-05-1755 minSpencastSpencastWhy I'm leaving Twitch for YouTube and 41 Minecraft facts you apparently won't know!This week on our community Discord Stage, we're talking about why I’ve decided to leave twitch to stream on YouTube, 41 of apparently the best Minecraft facts that a lot of people don’t know, and this Sunday, being Sunday the 8th is Mothers day! Make sure to let your mother know you love her, and if you don’t have a mother, reach out to a mother you know in your life and let her know that even though she isnt your own mother, you appreciate her! In fact, you should just do that anyways! Discord: (https...2022-05-031h 00SpencastSpencastAlligators be warned! Frogs are coming to Minecraft!This week on our Community Discord Stage we’re talking about the upcoming mob addition of frogs and share some excitement on the Dungeons Luminous update! We briefly give our thoughts on Elon’s soon to be purchase of twitter and with the delay of the Super Mario movie until 2023 we go back through all the movies and television shows that star our favorite plumbers! Spoiler alert, there’s surprisingly a lot of them! Discord: (https://discord.gg/7mYCreYQbp) If you want to join in on the shenanigans and catch this podcast live, you can do so every...2022-04-2651 minSpencastSpencastDo you eat tape? Well, maybe you should be!This week on our Community Discord Stage we’re about the new mob coming to Minecraft Dungeons and the new Meadow Biome! We also have some updates on our Viewer Realm Banished and some exciting news for the Minecraft Movie! We we then talk a little bit about Adventure Maps before diving into our our tape eating discussions! That’s right its a thing! But the real question is, are you missing out on it? New Dungeons Mob New Minecraft Biome My Strange Addiction: Eating Tape Discord: (https://discord.gg/7mYCreYQbp) If you want...2022-04-1958 minSpencastSpencastOur favorite Animes of the Spring 2022 Anime Season!This week on our Community Discord Stage we’re talking about the Spring 2022 Anime Season and our favorite shows currently releasing! As well as one that is yet to come out and a few we are not so happy with. Discord: (https://discord.gg/7mYCreYQbp) If you want to join in on the shenanigans and catch this podcast live, you can do so every Monday at 8pm MT on the Spentaneous Discord Server! And if you want to send in any of your own questions, you can do so live or send in an email to Spentaneous@gm...2022-04-1231 minSpencastSpencastWe beat Minecraft Dungeons and Project OSSI Launches tomorrow!This week on our Community Discord Stage we just beat the main story of Minecraft Dungeons, Project OSSI which is season 4 of our modded minecraft series starts tomorrow morning, and then we find out what kind of sharks we are! We also get into some different Mexican foods and finish off with In Space with Markiplier! Discord: (https://discord.gg/7mYCreYQbp) If you want to join in on the shenanigans and catch this podcast live, you can do so every Monday at 8pm MT on the Spentaneous Discord Server! And if you want to send in any...2022-04-051h 02SpencastSpencastIts okay. Just quit Minecraft and become a Roblox Streamer.This week on our Community Discord Stage we play around with an AI story generator! We spend the first half of this episode generating a story by inputting story information. And some of the suggestions from the community were hilarious When it finished generating we were left with one treat of a story. Then to finish it all off I share my absolute favorite story I ever generated which was back in November of 2020 with the help of an app called AiDungeon! Both of these were absolutely hilarious! Discord: (https://discord.gg/7mYCreYQbp) If you want to...2022-03-291h 00SpencastSpencastCould AI Generation be the future of storytelling?This week on our Community Discord Stage we play around with an AI story generator! We spend the first half of this episode generating a story by inputting story information. And some of the suggestions from the community were hilarious When it finished generating we were left with one treat of a story. Then to finish it all off I share my absolute favorite story I ever generated which was back in November of 2020 with the help of an app called AiDungeon! Both of these were absolutely hilarious! Discord: (https://discord.gg/7mYCreYQbp) If you want to...2022-03-221h 03SpencastSpencastInterdimensional Traveling Burritos and Lo-fi RadioThis week we're talking, Interdimensional Traveling Burritos on the Esharia SMP! Some insane events took place that have now shaped the future and what is to come within the server! For a few weeks now we've been talking about a secret project that has been in the works and we are finally announcing Outset SMP Radio! A Radio station run from inside the Outset SMP Minecraft server! This is something that has never been done before so you will not want to miss this iconic moment! To finish things off this weeks quizzes we...2022-03-151h 14SpencastSpencastWhat kind of Gamer are you?This week on the Community Spencast we talk briefly about tuesdays stream plans for the Esharia SMP and our collecting the eys of ender for the End Remastered mod and then, the community and myself completed a couple quizzes together! We did the Minecraft Personlaity test, What kind of Gamer are you quiz, and completed the Gamer Motivation profile! Links to each of these are in the podcast description so you can complete them along with us if you’d like to! https://www.beano.com/posts/minecraft-personality-quiz https://play.nintendo.com/activities/personality-quizzes/what-kind-gamer-are-you-quiz/...2022-03-081h 14SpencastSpencastIf Legend of Zelda was a type of Chocolate, it probably wouldn't come in the shape of a teddy bearThere are tons of amazing Minecraft adventure maps just waiting to be explored but all those can wait because this week were getting into Minecraft Odyssey! A heavily themed Legend of Zelda map! If you love chocolate then you might be surprised to hear that not all chocolates in different countries are the same! Even if they are as close to each other as Canada and the US are! There's also a secret project on the horizon, and although no fantastic hints or leaks are coming out today, you can look forward to some later this week! ...2022-03-011h 12SpencastSpencastIf Winnie the Pooh played Minecraft he would have voted for the MoobloomWhat are Mooblooms? Apparently a very popular mob in the minecraft universe! As a community we took the pooh-pathology test and it turns out your probably plagued with depression and anxiety. But there's a silver lining. A very spring orange and black striped one... Pooh-Pathology Test:https://www.idrlabs.com/pooh-pathology/test.php Discord: (https://discord.gg/7mYCreYQbp) If you want to join in on the conversation and catch this podcast live every Monday at 8pm MT on the Spentaneous Discord Server! And if you want to send in any of your own questions, you...2022-02-221h 11SpencastSpencastFirst Lore update on the Esharia SMP!A lot of stories are coming to life within the Esharia SMP and today we are here to talk about them! The way each of our members are beginning to tell their own stories is extremely exciting and we just want to share them! The Esharia SMP is a limited time event running for only 2 months! This Modded Minecraft Server is live from now until April 8th 2022! Using the modpack "Mineshafts and Monsters - LITE" and with a few world settings changes we have accidentally created one of the best SMP experiences we've ever had the chance...2022-02-1538 minSpencastSpencastIf you love SMP's or Modded Minecraft then the Esharia SMP is a truly one of a kind server you will not want to miss out on!The Esharia SMP is a limited time event running for only 2 months! This Modded Minecraft Server is live from now until April 8th 2022! Using the modpack "Mineshafts and Monsters - LITE" and with a few world settings changes we have accidentally created one of the best SMP experiences we've ever had the chance to be a part of! On this episode we talk about the features that have turned it into one of the greatest servers we’ve ever launched and get into some of the exciting plans that are in motion for some upcoming events within th...2022-02-0834 minSpencastSpencastEsharia SMP! We are launching a 2 month long Modded Minecraft Server!The Vasant Rising SMP ended last week and now we are in the finishing stages of launching the Esharia SMP! Our next Modded server running from February 7th all the way to April 8th! This week we tease some of the upcoming features of the server as we prepare for the official announcement later this week! This wednesday or thursday the chosen modpack will be announced as well as the application process to join! After that we get into some anime talk with shows such as the latest season of Demon Slayer, Attack on Titan, and many...2022-02-0139 minSpencastSpencastAre you the Ultimate Gamer?Welcome to Spentaneous's Community Podcast! This week on the Community Spencast we talk about Vasant Rising’s final event coming up this Thursday and the inevitable end of the server! The outset SMP has also been updated to 1.18.1 and we’ve got a youtube collab coming up with Gllovie, a fellow streamer this wednesday so you can look forward to it releasing next friday! Then give a little bit of anime talk before competing with everyone to see who is the Ultimate Gamer! And then find out a bunch of our minecraft knowledge is lacking. I still can...2022-01-251h 04SpencastSpencastWhen modded Minecraft servers and communities mixWelcome to Spentaneous's Community Podcast! This week on the Community Spencast we give out some exciting behind the scenes news on the Vasant Rising Community SMP lore stream happening this Thursday, and then dive into some talk on what's approaching with the next community modded server to follow it. After that we also spill the beans on the Outset SMP and its switch from 1.17 to 1.18 and some of the exciting things we learned about the new world generation because of it, and then dive into the plans for the rest of the streams this week. Most excitedly...2022-01-1857 minSpencastSpencastAdventure? Mode ~ A new event designed specifically for our community!Your listening to the Spentaneous Community Podcast! This week we get into our upcoming events of the week such as the return of the Ultimate Chicken Challenge on tuesday, our realm hangout on Wednesday, and our very first brand new event this Thursday we are calling Adventure? Mode. You definitely don’t want to miss this one. We’ve never done anything like it before! Discord: (https://discord.gg/7mYCreYQbp) If you want to join in on the conversation and catch this podcast live, you can find it every Monday at 7pm MT on the Spen...2022-01-111h 01SpencastSpencastThe Best Video Games of 2021 and the upcoming 2022 Winter Anime Season!Welcome to Spentaneous's Community Podcast! Happy New Year! Lots of exciting and amazing video games to come out this last year, as well as a new Anime Season is just starting right around the corner! Its the upcoming Winter 2022 Anime season! Special thanks and shoutout to everyone who submitted their favorite video games of 2021! This week you can expect to find some news on our Community Modded Minecraft server and some of its upcoming events, Our communities favorite video games of 2021 and how it compares to Steams Best of 2021! I indulge into a...2022-01-041h 02SpencastSpencastMerry Christmas to the Community! It's our Christmas Episode! Kind of xDWelcome to Spentaneous's Community Podcast! Christmas is over and with it so is our Christmas YouTube Video! But the video is nothing like it originally was supposed to be! So lots of behind the scenes info on that as well as updates on our Vasant Rising Community SMP and the Outset SMP I help run! Discord: (https://discord.gg/7mYCreYQbp) If you want to join in on the conversation and catch this podcast live, you can find it every Monday at 7pm MT on the Spentaneous Discord Server! And if you want to send in...2021-12-2846 minSpencastSpencastFather Figure or Super Villain? The answer may shock you~If you like all things to do with Anime and Video Games then you've come to the right place! The Witcher Season 2 just launched and may be one of the best things to hit Netflix! I am now a Minecraft Speedrun Savant and our Community SMP has hit a new milestone of its own! Breath of the Wild 2 has leaked its release date and there is now a new Tipping Etiquette. The Old rules no longer apply! Discord: (https://discord.gg/7mYCreYQbp) If you want to join in on the conversation and catch this...2021-12-211h 13SpencastSpencastDemon Slayer Entertainment District Arc and the Red Ring of Death!If you like all things to do with Anime and Video Games then you've come to the right place! Demon Slayer has launched its new Season! And at the same time Microsoft memes us with its Red Ring of Death poster! We backed Cleo Pirate Tale on Kickstarter over a year ago and the game finally launched yesterday! There's been a few more lore developing's in the Vasant Rising Community SMP and some conflicts brewing in the Outset SMP! Discord: (https://discord.gg/7mYCreYQbp) If you want to join in on the conversation...2021-12-141h 13SpencastSpencastThere’s a new Avatar the Last Airbender Series! And its coming out soon!It’s been 7 years since we’ve seen anything from the Avatar the Last Airbender Universe. But it doesnt look like the wait will be long! I'm Spencer and this is our Community Podcast! This week we talk about My dogs new treat redemption, the Vasant Rising modded community SMP and some of its lore and upcoming events! We also get a little into some content changes but then quickly dive into the Avatar the Last Airbender Universe, as well as a ton of other great anime shows such as Haikyuu, Naruto, Grimgar of Fantasy and Ash, and...2021-12-081h 13SpencastSpencastTwitch is now Irrelevant! Everyone is Jumping Ship!Hey, I’m Spencer, and this week we’re talking about a variety of things. Like how twitch is now irrelevant!! I’m just kidding, but we do get into Ludwigs exclusive deal with YouTube. There is also an update on the sponsorship money the community helped raise to throw my dog a beautiful steak dinner! We share our excitement with Minecraft's release of 1.18 coming out tomorrow morning, Things get interesting as we chat about some good and not so good elements of the Cowboy Bebop Live Action show. As well as a lot is revealed on the upcoming commun...2021-11-301h 03SpencastSpencastCowboy Bebop Live Action is Exceeding ExpectationsHey, I’m Spencer, and this week we’re talking about the Outset SMP I help run as well as a few of its new members, Later we get into Cowboy Bebop as well as the end of Arcane Season 1. We also talk a bit about about our Community Minecraft servers upcoming modpack change and the 3 choices we’ve narrowed it down to. As well as we chat about Y2k, Moonglow Bay, Assassins creed, and a few other games. If you want to join in on the conversation and catch this podcast live, you can find it every monday...2021-11-231h 08SpencastSpencastCautiously Optimistic with Blade Runner Black LotusThis is the first episode of the official podcast for the Spentaneous Community! This week we are starting off with some talk on the new Origins SMP I launched with some other Content Creators.  I'm cautiously optimistic after watching the first 2 episodes of Blade Runner Black Lotus. Our Community Pixelmon SMP is ending on November 27th which is followed by the next Community SMP launching in December. We received a review Key for Moonglow Bay so we chat a bit about our expectations with the slice-of-life fishing RPG. And we finish up the podcast with some general t...2021-11-161h 20