Episodes

AdHoc Studio and Critical Role teamed up as quite the dynamic duo to bring us Dispatch! I talk about the formation of the company, the challenges in getting the game out the door, the stellar writing, visuals, cozy gameplay mechanics and more. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 – Figured my story would always end in that suit 01:50 – Greetings! 02:30 – Discovering Dispatch 06:00 – Writing 08:00 – Art Direction 09:45 – Gameplay Mechanics 11:50 – My first experience playing a “Cozy Game” 13:25 – Critical ...

Machine Games has crafted the quintessential Indiana Jones gaming experience by somehow capturing the spirit of adventure, exploration, fisticuffs, historical anecdotes, romance, danger, sense of wonder, undeniable plucky charm and even more than you can snap a whip at that the original films cultivated. So, adorn your favorite leather jacket and Fedora, pack your suitcase, and hang out with me as I chat about Troy Baker’s uncanny voiceover performance, the high production values of the game, su...

In the summer of 2024, I FINALLY went to see @JanetJackson in concert and have been basking in the afterglow ever since. Deciding to bring my camera along, I captured photos and video footage of the memorable night, which I share with you throughout this episode as I talk about the music, wardrobe, stage décor, Janet fans, and the overall experience to an unforgettable night. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 – I created a Janet Jackson montage 00:55 – Greetings! 01:30 – I finally got to see Janet in tour! ...

2023-2024 has suffered over 20,000 layoffs in the game industry, which is the highest number on record as of this recording. Impacted employees have had their finances devastated, their families uprooting their homes to new locations for nothing, and are struggling in a market absolutely saturated with talent, who are also looking for a new job. I explore how the industry got here, but more importantly, I offer helpful suggestions on how studios can do better with layoffs in the future. TIMESTA...

2023 was mostly devoid of quality films with the writers strike and SAG strike making a negative impact, but there were a few diamonds to be found. My good old friend Brad joins me in a round robin, sharing our top 5 favorite films / shows of the year. After listening to the episode, I’d love to hear from you! Post your comments below detailing your experiences with the topic listed above or leave us feedback on what you thought of the show. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 – Intro 00:11 – Greetings! 07:40...

The year that was 2023 didn’t have a lot of amazing titles, but the titles that did fit into that category are UHHHH-MAZING. My good old friend Brad joins me in a round robin, sharing our top 5 favorite games of the year. After listening to the episode, I’d love to hear from you! Post your comments below detailing your experiences with the topic listed above or leave us feedback on what you thought of the show. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 – Intro 00:11 – Greetings! 07:00 – Brad’s #5 favorite game 09:...

The 2023 Game Awards with Geoff Keighley lasted around 3 hours long, offering awards to deserving dev teams and studios for various categories, as well as plenty of world premiere announcement game trailers showcasing upcoming titles. I share my observations on what worked, what needs to be improved, and my favorite game trailers of the evening. After listening to the episode, I’d love to hear from you! Post your comments below detailing your experiences with the topic listed above or leave us f...

Over a 5 year period, Janet Jackson collaborated with Worker Bee Films to produce a documentary on her life and career, which aired on Lifetime / A&E. Janet is a consummate artist, whose soothing vocals, darling smile, and sheer determination has cultivated a remarkable journey to becoming a superstar. In this episode, I review the documentary, share personal stories relating to her music over the decades, and rediscover the magic of my first celebrity crush in the process. After listening to th...

Time to release your inner party animal! The gaming studio Recreate has released Party Animals for Xbox and it is SO FUN! These maniacally charming, top heavy plush toy looking, adorable animals mix it up in a royal rumble that is an absolute blast to play in one of the best games this year. After listening to the episode, we’d love to hear from you! Post your comments below detailing your experiences with the topic listed above or leave us feedback on what you thought of the show. TIMESTAMPS: ...

Todd Howard and Bethesda Game Studios have finally released Starfield to the gaming world and there is quite a bit to go through! After listening to the episode, we’d love to hear from you! Post your comments below detailing your experiences with the topic listed above or leave us feedback on what you thought of the show. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 – Intro 00:11 – Greetings! 00:50 – 25 years in the making 03:37 – UI/UX is not good 07:02 – Way too many bugs / stability issues 12:56 – Building an Ou...

Christopher Nolan’s latest film, Oppenheimer is a fascinating look at the man deemed “the father of the atomic bomb”, both in his professional career and his personal life. I highlight...

Tom Cruise returns in the white-knuckled Mission Impossible Dark Reckoning Part 1. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 – Intro 00:11 – Greetings! 00:50 – Zack Snyder’s DCEU vision has been a mix of...

The Flash movie has arrived as a book end to the Zack Snyder vision of the DCEU. Folks like James Gunn praised the film, saying it is one of the best super hero films in his opinion. I share my thoughts on what worked well and what didn’t in this action packed movie filled with fan service! After listening to the episode, we’d love to hear from you! Post your comments below detailing your experiences with the topic listed above or leave us feedback on what you thought of the show. TIMESTAMPS: ...

Fan Expo Dallas 2023 was a blast, so I thought it would be fun to share with all of you the celebs and artists I met as well as the various forms of loot I scored! After listening to the episode, we’d love to hear from you! Post your comments below detailing your experiences with the topic listed above or leave us feedback on what you thought of the show. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 – Intro 00:11 – Greetings! 00:55 – Fan Expo Dallas VS San Diego Comic Con 02:22 – Joygasm audio podcast technical issue...

Capcom is on a roll this year, first with Resident Evil 4 Remake and now with Street Fighter 6! I share my experiences with the game thus far, the new drive gauge system, new fighters, the RE engine, World Tour mode, Fighting Ground mode, awesome Training feature and more. After listening to the episode, we’d love to hear from you! Post your comments below detailing your experiences with the topic listed above or leave us feedback on what you thought of the show. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 – Intro 00:...

Sony was first out of the gate with their Playstation Showcase 2023 during the “not E3, but E3” timeframe and the show was surprisingly lacking a strong first party AAA...

Respawn Entertainment and Lucasfilm Games have graced us with the next installment of their Star Wars games – Jedi Survivor! I’ve waited for over 3 years to pick up where we left Cal Kestis and there is a TON to geek out over. After listening to the episode, we’d love to hear from you! Post your comments below detailing your experiences with the topic listed above or leave us feedback on what you thought of the show. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 – Intro 00:11 – Greetings! 01:00 – High level reactions ...

Director James Gunn’s vision of the motley crue of misfits return for their final outing in Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 3! Still reeling from the loss of Gamora, Peter...

Illumination and Nintendo released The Super Mario Bros. movie! This film has garnered over $1 billion at the box office in just 4 weeks and it’s easy to see why being the love letter it is to Nintendo’s mascot. I chat about the Super Mario Bros. on their journey through the Mushroom Kingdom. After listening to the episode, we’d love to hear from you! Post your comments below detailing your experiences with the topic listed above or leave us feedback on what you thought of the show. TIMESTAMPS:...

Hogwarts Legacy by Avalanche Studios and Warner Bros. Games has arrived! This action RPG is brimming with fan service from the Wizarding World of J.K. Rowling. Russ shares his gameplay impressions of what is so far one of the best games of 2023. After listening to the episode, we’d love to hear from you! Post your comments below detailing your experiences with the topic listed above or leave us feedback on what you thought of the show. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 – Intro 00:11 – Greetings! 01:20 – Phe...

Capcom drops the latest in a successful line of Resident Evil remakes: Resident Evil 4 Remake! We share our gameplay impressions of this latest installment and how it stacks up to previous efforts. After listening to the episode, we’d love to hear from you! Post your comments below detailing your experiences with the topic listed above or leave us feedback on what you thought of the show. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 – Intro 00:11 – Greetings! 01:20 – Plunging back into Resident Evil 4 02:40 – Russ is...

A completely new RPG in the Octopath Traveler series, Octopath Traveler 2 launched eariler this year with 8 new heroes and 8 new stories to experience! In a new land called “Solistia”, a new journey of eight people begins in a new era. We share our gameplay impressions of the HD-2D graphics that fuse pixel art and 3D into a charming retro-style world. After listening to the episode, we’d love to hear from you! Post your comments below detailing your experiences with the topic listed above or lea...

John Wick Chapter 4 movie review! John Wick uncovers a path to defeating The High Table. But before he can earn his freedom, Wick must face off against a new enemy with powerful alliances across the globe and forces that turn old friends into foes. We gleefully do a deep dive review of this fantastic addition to the series. After listening to the episode, we’d love to hear from you! Post your comments below detailing your experiences with the topic listed above or leave us feedback on what you t...

Zachary Levi returns in SHAZAM! Fury Of The Gods from DC and Warner Bros. The film continues the story of teenage Billy Batson who, upon reciting the magic word “SHAZAM!” is transformed into his adult Super Hero alter ego, Shazam. We discuss the strengths and weaknesses in our review! After listening to the episode, we’d love to hear from you! Post your comments below detailing your experiences with the topic listed above or leave us feedback on what you thought of the show. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 ...