Shows
DAYS GONE PODCAST051 ~ John GarvinWriter & Creative Director John Garvin spills the details about Days Gone 2, shares behind-the-scenes info on the game's development, and discusses the upcoming DG movie.
2023-04-261h 14DAYS GONE PODCAST050 ~ Kevin McAllisterBend Studio's Community Manager, Kevin McAllister, joins the show to talk about creating content, building a fan community, and how Days Gone changed his life.
2023-03-2943 minDAYS GONE PODCAST049 ~ Carlos & The RippersHorror fan CJ joins me for an in-depth discussion of Carlos, his freaker-oriented cult, and the overall themes of trauma and grief.
2023-01-0455 minDAYS GONE PODCAST048 ~ Sam WitwerSam Witwer (Deacon St John) joins the podcast to share his experiences making Days Gone and talk about the larger themes of the game. He also reveals the inspiration for his character in The Callisto Protocol and shares his opinion on negative reviews.
2022-12-201h 13DAYS GONE PODCAST047 ~ SpeedrunningWorld record holding speedrunner Inz002 joins the show to discuss the ins and outs of speedrunning, time-saving glitches and how to leap across the map with a "frog jump."
2022-11-3050 minDAYS GONE PODCAST046 ~ OregonOregonian outsdoorsman Tom Moose joins the show to talk about the terrain of Oregon and how the Days Gone environment affects the characters, story, and player experience.
2022-10-0551 minDAYS GONE PODCAST045 ~ Sarah: Part TwoJStabe returns for part two of our deep dive into Sarah's character. In this episode, we discuss the Sarah of "now" -- how her experiences have changed her, who she has become and how she rekindles her relationship with Deacon.
2022-09-2851 minDAYS GONE PODCAST044 ~ Sarah: Part OneDays Gone fan JStabe joins the show for a two-parter deep dive into Sarah's character. In this episode, we discuss the Sarah of "then" -- who she was before the collapse, her love for Deacon and what happened after she was put on that fateful NERO helo...
2022-09-2152 minDAYS GONE PODCAST043 ~ Days Gone 2 Wish ListThree previous guests from the podcast (Ken, Dandy Deney and Spawnicus Rex) rejoin the show to discuss our hopes and fears for a hypothetical sequel.
2022-09-071h 15DAYS GONE PODCAST042 ~ DGP AnniversaryTo celebrate one year of the Days Gone Podcast, guests of the show return to share what makes Days Gone special to them. Happy Birthday, DGP!
2022-08-1537 minDAYS GONE PODCAST041 ~ Jeff RossGame Director Jeff Ross shares the journey of Days Gone's conception and development and gives insight into the various design decisions made along the way.
2022-07-2758 minDAYS GONE PODCAST040 ~ SPOILER-FREE Beginner OrientationIn this special spoiler-free episode, returning guest Joe and I share all the tips, tricks and information about the game we wish we'd known when we first started Days Gone.
2022-06-221h 09DAYS GONE PODCAST039 ~ The Art BookSpawnicus Rex joins me to peruse "The Art of Days Gone" and its incredible wealth of information, backstories, concept art and behind-the-scenes wisdom.
2022-06-1557 minDAYS GONE PODCAST038 ~ SoundtrackI welcome not one but two guests to the podcast this week - music experts Ken and Joe - to discuss Nathan Whitehead's incredible soundtrack.
2022-05-2556 minDAYS GONE PODCASTPublic Service AnnouncementThis is a public service announcement from the Days Gone Podcast.
2022-05-0301 minDAYS GONE PODCAST037 ~ Eric JensenTo mark the third anniversary of the release of Days Gone, Lead Open World Designer Eric Jensen joins the podcast to talk about creating the game's dynamic and beautifully chaotic world.
2022-04-2657 minDAYS GONE PODCAST036 ~ CrossbowDays Gone expert Dandy Deney joins the podcast to discuss the crossbow: its strengths and weaknesses, how it complements certain playstyles and what we wish it could do.
2022-04-2044 minDAYS GONE PODCAST035 ~ James Allen McCuneActor James Allen McCune discusses his character, Wade Taylor: the good side and bad, his yearning for connection, and the effects of the apocalypse on Wade's mental stability.
2022-04-131h 04DAYS GONE PODCAST034 ~ Challenge Mode with Borislav247: Part TwoPart two of my conversation with Challenge Mode master Borislav 247, in which we discuss letting your health get low, horde kill speedruns and losing your fear of the freaks.
2022-04-0637 minDAYS GONE PODCAST033 ~ Challenge Mode with Borislav247: Part OneGlobally-ranked #1 Challenge Mode master and horde annihilator Borislav247 joins me in conversation about the perks and patches earned in the Challenges. Part one of two!
2022-03-3055 minDAYS GONE PODCAST032 ~ Mental Health: Part TwoPart two of my discussion with licensed mental health professional Zach Geiser, in which we break down the rest of the characters and discuss our own chances of survival in a Days Gone world.
2022-03-0931 minDAYS GONE PODCAST031 ~ Mental Health: Part OneLicensed mental health professional Zach Geiser joins the podcast to discuss mental health in Days Gone. Part one of two.
2022-03-0246 minDAYS GONE PODCAST030 ~ Skills: Part TwoSpawnicus Rex continues his discussion of the skill tree and explains how to find out how much XP you get from missions and when your next skill point will unlock.
2022-02-2345 minDAYS GONE PODCAST029 ~ Skills: Part OneDays Gone expert Spawnicus Rex returns to the podcast to explain the skill tree and discuss the best order to unlock skills based on individual playstyle. Part one of two.
2022-02-1648 minDAYS GONE PODCAST028 ~ PhotomodePhotographer Mike Padua explains photomode and the various techniques that can be employed to achieve excellent image captures. We also share our favorite virtual photographers and discuss whether it counts as art to capture images of a virtual world already created by another artist.
2022-02-091h 07DAYS GONE PODCAST027 ~ WeaponsRedditor and gun enthusiast Misery Loves Shotguns joins me for a conversation about the weapons in Days Gone, from the primaries and sidearms to the melees and throwables -- and we discuss Reddit's most heated debate: crossbow vs. sniper rifle.
2022-02-021h 17DAYS GONE PODCAST026 ~ Politics & Ideology: Part TwoPart two of my conversation with Ritchie Belmont about the game's political systems and ideologies. In this episode, we explore Lost Lake, the Rippers, the militia and NERO.
2022-01-251h 07DAYS GONE PODCAST025 ~ Politics & Ideology: Part OneDays Gone streamer and my old friend Ritchie Belmont joins the show for an in-depth exploration of the camps' political systems and ideologies. Part one of two!
2022-01-191h 44DAYS GONE PODCAST024 ~ Joey ImageGamer, professional wrestler and Days Gone mega-fan Joey Image joins me for a casual discussion about fandom, visiting Bend Studio, and which characters would make great wrestling personas.
2022-01-121h 02DAYS GONE PODCAST023 ~ Iron Mike: Part TwoPart Two of my conversation with Redditor 626Aussie, in which we discuss Iron Mike's dynamic with Lost Lake's Head of Security, the Ripper treaty, and the real purpose behind Skizzo's banishment.
2022-01-0537 minDAYS GONE PODCAST022 ~ Iron Mike: Part OneI'm joined by Redditor 626Aussie for an in-depth discussion of Iron Mike, and we have so much to say it fills two episodes! In Part One we discuss the nature of Iron Mike's so-called pacifism and what really happened at Sherman's Camp...
2021-12-2950 minDAYS GONE PODCASTOn Podcasting: Part ThreeThe final episode of my conversation with Rob & Kelvin of Project: Tech Gaming and Daniel of Video Games & Coffee in which we discuss how to start (and run) a podcast.
2021-12-2648 minDAYS GONE PODCAST021 ~ The VirusJosh Bryant returns to the show to break down everything we know about the Hooligan virus: where it came from, how it affects the body, and what it means for the future.
2021-12-221h 09DAYS GONE PODCASTOn Podcasting: Part TwoThe second episode of my conversation with Rob & Kelvin of Project: Tech Gaming and Daniel of Video Games & Coffee in which we discuss life, podcasting and video games. Part two of three.
2021-12-1951 minDAYS GONE PODCAST020 ~ Livestreaming with Spawnicus RexInspired by the special "On Podcasting" episodes, I talk to Spawnicus Rex about livestreaming: why it's done, how to do it, what equipment it takes and how to overcome any nervousness a new streamer may have.
2021-12-1636 minDAYS GONE PODCASTOn Podcasting: Part OneIn a special episode of the Days Gone Podcast, I'm joined by Daniel of Video Games & Coffee and Rob & Kelvin of Project: Tech Gaming for a meta conversation about podcasting and video games. Part one of three.
2021-12-121h 00DAYS GONE PODCAST019 ~ RikkiDays Gone fan Dan Izzo joins the podcast for a discussion on Rikki: her backstory, relationships and motivation, and what her future may hold.
2021-12-081h 09DAYS GONE PODCAST018 ~ Days Gone & CoffeeDaniel Belmont from the Video Games & Coffee podcast joins the show to deconstruct Days Gone and discuss why we love the game so much.
2021-12-011h 07DAYS GONE PODCAST017 ~ LisaJosh Bryant returns to the podcast for a deep discussion on Lisa and the Rippers. We get into the nuances of Lisa's story, how it affects Deacon's redemption arc and the nature of brainwashing.
2021-11-2447 minDAYS GONE PODCAST016 ~ ReunionExamining the reunion scene, Spawnicus Rex and I break down the language, body language and everything between the lines, and we answer the question that has plagued Reddit since the release of Days Gone: Was Sarah being a bitch?
2021-11-1753 minDAYS GONE PODCAST015 ~ Bernardo De PaulaI "make contact" with Bernardo De Paula, the man behind the mask of everyone's favorite NERO scientist, O'Brian. We talk voice acting, freaker virus infection, a Days Gone sequel, and getting the elusive platinum...
2021-11-1031 minDAYS GONE PODCAST014 ~ BoozerSpawnicus Rex joins the podcast for a conversation about Deacon's brother-in-arms and loyal wingman, Boozer. We also read a statement from Jim Pirri, the actor behind Boozeman, about how he brought the character to life.
2021-11-0354 minDAYS GONE PODCAST013 ~ The Drifter Bike: Part TwoBiker Josh Bryant returns to the podcast for part two of our discussion about the drifter bike.
2021-10-2728 minDAYS GONE PODCAST012 ~ The Drifter Bike: Part OneBiker Josh Bryant joins the podcast to talk about the game's various bikes, verisimilitude, customization, and the incredible detail of the drifter bike's sound design. Part one of two!
2021-10-2033 minDAYS GONE PODCAST011 ~ Jason SpisakActor Jason Spisak talks about voicing villains and bringing to life one of the most hated video game characters of all time. He also shares some cool details about Skizzo's backstory and talks about the subtle physicality involved in creating the character. I do my best to not fangirl too hard.
2021-10-1327 minDAYS GONE PODCAST010 ~ Deacon & SarahI invite my husband onto the podcast to break down Deacon & Sarah's relationship and eventual reunion from the perspective of a married couple. We also go wildly off-topic with 80s video games, golf instagram and passing out due to Resident Evil 2.
2021-10-0645 minDAYS GONE PODCAST009 ~ Spawnicus Rex: Part TwoPart two of my interview with Days Gone expert and YouTube gamer Spawnicus Rex, in which we discuss gameplay strategy, story themes and Iron Mike's real reason for letting Skizzo go.
2021-09-2934 minDAYS GONE PODCAST008 ~ Spawnicus Rex: Part OneDays Gone expert and YouTube gamer Spawnicus Rex shares his expert tips, tricks, and gameplay techniques. Part one of two!
2021-09-2326 minDAYS GONE PODCAST007 ~ Get WeirdIn this episode, I welcome the very first guest on the show: Anthony from the Weird Crew Podcast. We discuss our favorite aspects of the game and debate whether Skizzo counts as a villain.
2021-09-1835 minDAYS GONE PODCAST006 ~ Days Gone 2This episode is all about the facts, rumors, hopes and dreams for a sequel to our beloved game. Warning: Wild speculation ahead.
2021-09-1116 minDAYS GONE PODCAST005 ~ "Painfully Generic"Days Gone initially received lackluster reviews that called it mediocre and "painfully generic." Here's what reviewers failed to understand about a masterpiece that has hooked so many players (and spawned at least one fan podcast) since 2019.
2021-08-3115 minDAYS GONE PODCAST004 ~ EncampmentsA discussion dedicated to the various camps in the world of Days Gone - their individual benefits, identities and points of annoyance - as well as a couple "secret" locations.
2021-08-2217 minDAYS GONE PODCAST003 ~ SkizzoI have no shame admitting it: Skizzo is my favorite character. Here's why.
2021-08-1907 minDAYS GONE PODCAST002 ~ Grief & TraumaIn this episode, I discuss Deacon's inability to process his grief and the effects of trauma on major characters.
2021-08-1810 minDAYS GONE PODCAST001 ~ Why We Love Days GoneWelcome to the first episode of the Days Gone Podcast! In this episode, I discuss the reasons why Days Gone is a surprising and loveable game.
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