Best Defining Duke Podcasts (2024)

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#188 | Avowed Just Got DELAYED... - What's Next? 3:13:05

2d ago3:13:05

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Avowed is getting moved back to February 18, 2025 out of respect for our backlogs. How kind of Xbox to do such a thing! Avowed was a subject of much debate for the Dukes. While the game looked solid coming out of the January Developer Direct, it clearly needed more time. Come June, Avowed looked to be in much better shape and has now found itself a…

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Veteran Stories: Triumph and Transformation with Christopher Duke 35:32

5h ago35:32

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Send us a Text Message. Could resilience and transformation be the keys to overcoming life's toughest challenges? Join hosts Bren Briggs and Michael Stewart as they connect with Christopher Duke, an Army combat veteran, in this compelling episode of the After Action Report from the Eden Project. Discover how Duke's friendship with Bren, forged duri…

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453: Pursuing Your Passion & Knowing When to Walk Away with Annie Duke 1:02:41

1d ago1:02:41

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Today, I’m thrilled to welcome Annie Duke back on the podcast. Annie is an author, speaker, and consultant. She has a PhD in Cognitive Psychology and is a special partner focused on Decision Science at First Round Capital Partners, a seed-stage venture fund. Many of you will likely recognize Annie from her illustrious career as a professional poker…

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Avowed Delayed, Ready at Dawn Dead & PS5 Sales! - The GamerGuild Podcast 1:23:56

1d ago1:23:56

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Send us a Text Message. Welcome to The GamerGuild Podcast! Your weekly show where three best friends round up and discuss all the week's gaming stories and news. 00:00:40 - Welcome/Housekeeping 00:03:40 - What We're Playing 00:22:42 - The News! 00:23:20 - Avowed Delayed to Feb 2025 00:33:25 - Max Payne & Control 2 Updates 00:38:23 - Ready at Dawn c…

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452: Thriving in Midlife Part 6: Achieving a Long-Life Mindset with 4 Steps 31:32

4d ago31:32

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Are you choosing to live inspired so you can lead yourself and others with intentionality? It begins with harnessing a strong sense of self-awareness so you can own the story you were meant to live. In this episode, we discuss: What a “long-life mindset” means The power of legacy vs. Impact vs. influence How to silence external chaos to better focu…

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New PlayStation Studio & Star Wars Outlaws Previews - The GamerGuild Podcast 1:36:15

8d ago1:36:15

1:36:15

Send us a Text Message. Welcome to The GamerGuild Podcast! Your weekly show where three best friends round up and discuss all the week's gaming stories and news. 00:00:50 - Welcome/Housekeeping 00:01:31 - What We've Been Playing 00:13:33 - The NEWS! 00:14:20 - Ubisoft Launches A Cloud Gaming Service 00:23:38 - Star Wars Outlaws Previews 00:39:37 - …

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#187 | The Numbers Are IN... - Is Xbox Hardware Dying? 3:18:11

9d ago3:18:11

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The results for Microsoft Gaming's FY24 Q4 is in and it's mighty telling of where the company is at. On one hand, Xbox is making more money than ever before, but it's come at the loss of hardware sales which are down a staggering 42% YOY. Can Xbox afford to keep this trend up in a world not yet ready for digital only? According to Microsoft CFO Amy…

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451: License to Spend: A Retirement Income Strategy That Helps Combat Longevity Risk 20:58

11d ago20:58

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You worked hard for your money. To truly enjoy that money confidently in retirement, making smart investment decisions and having a personalized retirement income strategy is key. In this episode, we discuss: The concept of “guaranteed income” Misconceptions of annuities How interest rates impact annuity payouts Today's article comes from ThinkAdvi…

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The BEST Gaming Mascots & Call of Duty GamePass - The GamerGuild Podcast 1:30:52

15d ago1:30:52

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Send us a Text Message. Join the GamerGuild crew for your weekly gaming news round-up filled with reviews, discussion and more. 00:00:37 - Welcome/Housekeeping 00:12:04 - What We're Playing 00:18:27 - The BEST Gaming Mascots 01:00:02 - The News! 01:01:16 - Stalker 2 delayed again 01:04:21 - Modern Warfare 3 hits GamePass 01:12:08 - Concord Previews…

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#186 | The Games Industry Is Deteriorating 3:23:07

16d ago3:23:07

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AI, layoffs, restructuring, and so on. Indeed, we're in the midst of interesting times for our beloved industry, but the clash between creator and executive has never been greater. Jobs are being lost to AI as we expected, but it's happening now. Not later, but now. Every publishing label is claiming that times are tough, but no adjustments on spen…

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450: Thriving in Midlife Part 5: Elevate Your Inner P.E.A.C.E. with these 5 Habits 29:18

18d ago29:18

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If you ever find yourself experiencing feelings of anxiety, chaos, or find yourself in a general state of feeling unsettled, it’s time to elevate your inner peace. When you’re at peace, you can live a happier life more aligned with your purpose, vision, and values. In this episode, we discuss: How internal and external realities impact your peace T…

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449: The Stoic Path to Wealth with Darius Foroux 1:03:32

22d ago1:03:32

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Today, I’m speaking with Darius Foroux. Darius’s work has been featured in Time, NBC, the Observer, and the Economist. He’s also the host of The Darius Foroux Show: Mindset, Business, Money, which is available on all podcast platforms. Darius teaches online classes on wealth building and has written eight books, including his newest work, The Stoic…

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Halo Cancelled, Space Marine Leaks & Cheeky Deadpool - The GamerGuild Podcast 1:34:28

22d ago1:34:28

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Send us a Text Message. Join the GamerGuild crew for your weekly gaming news round-up filled with reviews, discussion and more... 00:00:38 - Welcome/Housekeeping 00:05:54 - Firestick Talk / What We're Playing 00:15:25 - The News! 00:16:17 - Next-Gen Console Watch 00:29:54 - GeForce Now and Xbox intergration 00:47:32 - Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn R…

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#185 | The Game Pass Aftermath 3:25:37

23d ago3:25:37

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A rather peaceful July continues on as we dig through the aftermath of Xbox's major changes to Game Pass. For starters, we now have clarity on the wait for Day 1 games in the service at the standard tier and those who remain will be seemingly waiting a long time for their shiny games to arrive. Furthermore, Xbox is potentially pulling out of region…

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448: Is Historical Market Data Helpful for Retirement Income Planning? 17:56

25d ago17:56

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In what ways can past market performance help you plan for a financially confident future? It involves sifting through the data and understanding when and where that information is most applicable. In this episode, we discuss: How the stock market has evolved In what instances past market data is useful How long term vs. short term expectations dif…

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Resiliency Part 2 - You Got This 29:47

27d ago29:47

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Send us a Text Message. Join Bren and Michael as they dive into part two of resiliency. Resiliency isn't about avoiding the fall; it's about rising every time we do, stronger and wiser. They discuss several additional tools and techniques to build and maintain your resiliency. One of the main concepts is that you have control of your thoughts, thes…

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Major Xbox GamePass Shake-Up & New PS Plus - The GamerGuild Podcast 1:28:15

29d ago1:28:15

1:28:15

Send us a Text Message. Welcome to The GamerGuild Podcast! Your weekly show where three best friends round up and discuss all the week's gaming stories and news. 00:00:50 - Welcome/Housekeeping 00:03:53 - What We've Been Playing 00:13:10 - The NEWS! 00:14:13 - PlayStation Plus July 2024 00:28:51 - Major Changes to Game Pass 00:44:39 - Modern Warefa…

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#184 | The Xbox Game Pass Squeeze FINALLY Happened... 3:31:33

1M ago3:31:33

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After years of conversation on the topic, Xbox has finally made long anticipated adjustments to its popular subscription service. Day one Game Pass games are gone from its standard tier and all have seen a price hike. The conversation naturally navigates itself to the "why" in this situation. All subscription services go up whether it's Netflix, Di…

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447: Thriving in Midlife Part 4: 6 Keys to Living an Intentional Life 26:48

1M ago26:48

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Who are you without your career? How do you find meaning outside of your professional life? These are questions you might ask yourself while stepping into retirement or in the thick of midlife, but in order to truly know yourself better, you first need to understand how to lead yourself better. In this episode, we discuss: How your tendencies impac…

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Resident Evil 9, Elden Ring Movie & Crash Goes GamePass - The GamerGuild Podcast 1:33:52

1M ago1:33:52

1:33:52

Send us a Text Message. Welcome to The GamerGuild Podcast! Your weekly show where three best friends round up and discuss all the week's gaming stories and news. 00:00:50 - Welcome/Housekeeping 00:04:29 - What We've Been Playing 00:17:49 - The NEWS! 00:18:08 - Resident Evil 9 Announced! 00:26:32 - PlayStation Return to Tokyo Games Show 00:30:42 - N…

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#183 | Wowed By Avowed 3:04:03

1M ago3:04:03

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It's finally a slow news week which means we get to settle into some stories that we'd typically breeze over! Leading the charge this week is Avowed which continues to sound amazing! With new details from director Carrie Patel, the Dukes settle into a discuss about character building, choice and consequence, and the oft-debated romance. Alongside t…

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446: The Most Powerful Financial Skill: Quiet Compounding 21:07

1M ago21:07

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The most powerful financial skill is having the ability to stay focused on your retirement strategy despite what’s happening around you. It means taking away the yard stick and avoiding comparison to remain healthy, happy, and fulfilled. In this episode, we discuss: Why quiet compounding can feel slow The four factors that make up quiet compounding…

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Resiliency Part 1 You Got This! 33:04

1M ago33:04

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Send us a Text Message. Life is full of unexpected twists and turns, but it's in these moments of challenge that we discover our true strength. Resilience is not about bouncing back to where we were but growing through the journey and emerging even stronger. Remember, every setback is a setup for a comeback. Keep pushing forward, stay positive, and…

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Assassin's Creed Remakes & Epic Game Sequels! - The GamerGuild Podcast 1:34:50

1M ago1:34:50

1:34:50

Send us a Text Message. Welcome to The GamerGuild Podcast! Our weekly show that rounds up all the juicy stories and news from the wonderful world of video gaming. On this week's show we discuss... 00:00:38 - Welcome/Housekeeping 00:02:45 - What We're Playing 00:10:35 - The News! 00:11:27 - Assassin's Creed Remakes 00:24:03 - July's PlayStation Plus…

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#182 | Todd Howard Tells All On Bethesda's Future... 3:21:04

1M ago3:21:04

3:21:04

In a relatively slow week, we're able to settle into a major interview conducted by Variety with the one and only, Matt Booty. Sitting as Xbox Game Content and Studios President, Matt Booty was a major factor behind Xbox's decision to shut down four Bethesda studios. In the brand's third attempt to answer the deeper reasoning behind these closures,…

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445: Thriving in Midlife Part 3: A Framework for Defining Your “Repurposement” Goals 36:10

2M ago36:10

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What does it look like for you to live a meaningful life with purpose? As you navigate the transition from midlife to retirement, take the time to define your “Repurposement” Goals so you can pursue what excites you, align actions with your values, and contribute to the greater good. In this episode, we discuss: The mentality behind a “midlife cris…

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444: 3 Assets That Might Not Diversify as Well as You Think 26:22

2M ago26:22

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Diversification is a key principle in investing, where you often combine assets with differing performance characteristics. However, this strategy is not foolproof. In this episode, we discuss: The definition of “uncorrelated assets” Why real estate’s correlation with stocks has increased What you need to know about “junk bonds” and crypto Assets t…

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New Mario, Zelda & Metroid Games | Nintendo Direct & More - The GamerGuild Podcast 1:39:47

2M ago1:39:47

1:39:47

Send us a Text Message. Welcome to The GamerGuild Podcast! Your weekly show where three best friends round up and discuss all the week's gaming stories and news. 00:00:40 - Welcome/Housekeeping 00:02:27 - What We're Playing 00:08:21 - The News! 00:09:44 - Nintendo Direct Breakdown 01:02:01 - Limited Run Games confirm 20 games! 01:06:58 - Crash N Sa…

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#181 | Todd Howard Tells All On Bethesda's Future... 3:06:37

2M ago3:06:37

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Well, this is a first. Matty had the opportunity to sit down with Bethesda Game Studios lead Todd Howard to discuss everything from Starfield and Elder Scrolls VI to Fallout and the company's shifting design philosophies! In an otherwise slow news week, the Dukes sink into all Todd had to share with Matty. What's going on with Fallout ports or New …

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Helping the Helper with Adam Glendye 40:20

2M ago40:20

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Send us a Text Message. We spent the day with Adam Glendye of “The Pursuit Counseling”. He walked us through the symptoms of Post Traumatic Stress and ways to deal with them. He also discussed the stress healing professionals carry when helping other people. Adam provided a few tools to ensure we are not pouring from an empty cup. Interested in wha…

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The BEST Games of 2024 & Game Fest Review - The GamerGuild Podcast 1:32:12

2M ago1:32:12

1:32:12

Send us a Text Message. Welcome to The GamerGuild Podcast! Your weekly show where three best friends round up and discuss all the week's gaming stories and news. 00:00:50 - Welcome/Housekeeping 00:01:40 - XDefiant Review 00:08:06 - What We've Been Playing 00:17:54 - The NEWS! 00:18:29 - Reviewing Summer Games Fest 00:24:47 - Ubisoft Forward 00:33:4…

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#180 | Xbox Is STACKED For 2024 - What's Next?! 3:37:00

2M ago3:37:00

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If there's one thing that the Xbox Showcase taught us, it's that Xbox has a lot ready to release soon. Perhaps, even, too many! As Cog aptly puts it, Xbox has an abundance of riches and we're keen on seeing how they spread the wealth. Will Xbox go all in with a line up of Shattered Space, Black Ops 6, Avowed, Indy, and Starfield DLC? It's hard to t…

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443: Thriving in Midlife Part 2: 6 Ways to Align with Your Core Values 37:34

2M ago37:34

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To live a midlife full of meaning and purpose, you must first understand your core values and the role they play in your overall wellbeing. In this episode, we discuss: The definition of a “core value” How to identify your core values and why they’re so important in midlife Why values are NOT goals How to stay focused on your core values Today's ar…

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#179 | That Was STELLAR - Our Reaction To Xbox's 2024 Showcase 2:39:22

2M ago2:39:22

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After months of dooming, Xbos fans needed a big win. In the humble opinion of the Dukes, Xbox absolutely delivered on all levels. Missing games finally received needed updates with Perfect Dark and State Of Decay 3. The Coalition finally gets the spotlight in a shocking Gears announcement: a prequel set during E-Day! Furthermore, tons of third part…

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Defining Mental Health 27:14

2M ago27:14

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Send us a Text Message. What is mental health and how do you define it. If you are looking for a definition of mental health or a good starting point of how to define it, tune in and listen to Bren and Michael as they define mental health as only they can. They briefly discuss the Nested Model and the concept of your mental health on a spectrum. Wh…

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442: The Journey from NFL Athlete to Life After Retirement with Mike Golic Sr. 53:59

2M ago53:59

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Today, I'm speaking with Mike Golic Sr. Mike's career in the NFL began when he was drafted in the 10th round as a defensive lineman in the 1985 NFL draft. He has since gone on to have tremendous success in sports media as the cohost of Mike & Mike on ESPN and currently cohosts Gojo and Golic with his son, Mike Jr., at DraftKings. He coauthored Mike…

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Xbox Showcase & Summer Game Fest Breakdown! - The GamerGuild Podcast 1:36:32

2M ago1:36:32

1:36:32

Send us a Text Message. Video games exploded this past weekend with more announcements and reveals than you can shake Indiana Jones' whip at and we're here to break everything down from Summer Game Fest through to the Xbox Showcase! 00:00:39 - Welcome/Housekeeping 00:02:10 - Uncharted: Golden Abyss 00:05:39 - The Xbox Showcase Breakdown 00:09:38 - …

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441: Defining Retirement Success or Failure: How to Interpret Retirement Calculator Outputs 16:54

2M ago16:54

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What are the odds your retirement savings will last your lifetime? In the financial planning world, retirement calculators, software and simulations are often leveraged to answer this question; however, they don’t always provide the full picture. In this episode, we discuss: Why it’s important to define what retirement “success” or “failure” mean t…

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PlayStation Reveals, COD GamePass & GameFest Predictions - The GamerGuild Podcast 1:32:47

2M ago1:32:47

1:32:47

Send us a Text Message. Welcome to The GamerGuild Podcast! Your weekly show where three best friends round up and discuss all the week's gaming stories and news. 00:00:50 - Welcome/Housekeeping 00:04:25 - What We've Been Playing 00:14:11 - The NEWS! 00:14:42 - Call of Duty Black Ops 6 00:21:00 - PlayStation State of Play 00:53:06 - PS+ June 2024 00…

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#178 | Our Xbox Games Showcase 2024 Predictions... 4:19:33

2M ago4:19:33

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The Xbox Games Showcase 2024 is soon upon us meaning it's time to unite with Xbox Two for our annual predictions show! Joining us is Rand Al Thor 19 to dissect what feels like another "must win" situation for Xbox. As per usual, we run down the multitude of first party studios, now including Activision, and debate heavily what will make the cut. Wi…

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440: The Retirement Death Zone: How to Help Protect Your Savings for the Long Run 29:36

2M ago29:36

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What unique challenges could you face during your retirement years? While some risks remain a constant, others can present themselves depending on where you are in your retirement planning journey. In this episode, we discuss: When you will find yourself in the “Retirement Death Zone” How investment risk changes depending on your retirement stage W…

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Hellblade 2 Reviews, New Astro Bot & IGN Buyout! - The GamerGuild Podcast 1:28:59

3M ago1:28:59

1:28:59

Send us a Text Message. Welcome to The GamerGuild Podcast! Your weekly gaming news show rounding up and discussing all the week's interesting stories and news. 00:00:41 - Welcome/Housekeeping 00:02:21 - What We Playing? (Hearts of Iron) 00:10:22 - The News! 00:11:00 - Hellblade 2 Reviews 00:32:05 - XDefiant Reviews 00:38:49 - New Astro Bot game inc…

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#177 | Our Hellblade 2 Review Is HERE - Did It Deliver?! 3:59:59

3M ago3:59:59

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The next major release in Xbox's first party family has arrived! Senua's Saga: Hellblade II has seen an increased amount of pressure placed upon it as concern for the platform holder as ramped up. Stripping ourselves from the heightened emotionality of that situation, how does over five years of development, a team size four times bigger than the o…

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Memorial Day and Veteran's Day, what are they and what's the difference? 33:14

3M ago33:14

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Send us a Text Message. Bren and Michael discuss the importance of each of these holidays and the differences between the two. Memorial Day is to honor those who paid the ultimate sacrifice and gave their lives to support and defend the principles and values of our great country. Veteran’s Day is to honor our living veterans and active duty service…

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439: Thriving in Midlife Part 1: 7 Habits to Help You Embrace Change 34:54

3M ago34:54

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You’re human; you will go through changes throughout your life. But some of the greatest factors that determine how you navigate these transitions as you age (big or small) lie in your habits. Today's article is In this episode, we discuss: What it means to thrive in “midlife” Why it’s important to maintain curiosity How to live in service of other…

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Assassin's Creed Shadows & Call of Duty on GamePass - The GamerGuild Podcast 1:36:40

3M ago1:36:40

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Send us a Text Message. Welcome to The GamerGuild Podcast! Your weekly gaming news show rounding up and discussing all the week's interesting stories and news. 00:00:39 - Welcome/Housekeeping 00:02:30 - What We're Playing 00:15:00 - The News! 00:15:40 - Assassin's Creed Shadows Revealed 00:26:40 - The Division Heartland Cancelled 00:35:50 - Upcomin…

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#176 | Xbox Responds to the Studio Shutdowns... 3:41:32

3M ago3:41:32

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The dust has settled since Xbox closed four different Bethesda studios. Many expected the team to go into hiding as there is no good answer for this outcome, but they did the opposite. Xbox President Sarah Bond showed up to a Bloomberg interview and gave a mind boggling non-answer that has sent this already wounded fanbase into another outrage. Nat…

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438: How Global Withdrawal Rates Can Help You Create Your Ideal Retirement Portfolio 18:49

3M ago18:49

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Does the perfect asset allocation exist? To create a retirement portfolio that aligns with your long-term financial goals and needs, you might find your savings reap the most benefit by taking an international approach. In this episode, we discuss: Conflicting opinions around the four percent rule. What does a “safe withdrawal rate” really mean? Wh…

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Xbox Kills Studios, New Handheld & PlayStation LEGO - The GamerGuild Podcast 1:33:08

3M ago1:33:08

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Send us a Text Message. Welcome to The GamerGuild Podcast! Your weekly show where three best friends round up and discuss all the week's gaming stories and news. 00:00:50 - Welcome/Housekeeping 00:04:20 - What We've Been Playing 00:10:35 - The NEWS! 00:11:09 - Xbox Shut Down Studios 00:35:24 - Hell Blade Studio in Peril? 00:40:22 - LEGO Horizon Fro…

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#175 | Beware Evil Villain Xbox... - Four Bethesda Studios SHUT DOWN! 3:13:56

3M ago3:13:56

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A nightmare year for Xbox continues. The latest chapter in this story is Xbox's shuttering of four Bethesda studios in Tango Gameworks, Arkane Austin, Roundhouse Studios, and Alpha Dog Games. The message is clear that the experimenting days of Xbox are done as the strategy deployed by its leaders continues to fail. The focus is Call Of Duty, Fallou…

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