Best Kombo Podcasts (2024)

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A public apology from a besotted mother 26:58

14h ago26:58

26:58

Malini has a lot of regrets about her parenting - but her daughter Raji remembers things differently. Malini raised her family in a big multigenerational household in India, with relatives coming and going and little privacy for anyone. She and her mother-in-law were both strong personalities, and sometimes her daughter was caught in the crossfire.…

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Power Button - Episode 383: All New For 2024! More Updated Re-Releases! (Part 2)

2d ago

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Following on from last week, back in 2018 we did a two-part look (Episodes 269 and 270) at video games remade with new or changed features such as The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening gaining a color expansion as Link's Awakening DX. I don't know if you've noticed, but video game publishers are still doing this sort of thing six years later, so it…

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It’s just hair, with Joy Kendi 27:55

8d ago27:55

27:55

Joy Kendi doesn’t want her hair to define her – so she shaves her head. Joy is an influencer in Kenya who’s known for her personal style – sometimes she has tight curls, sometimes long braids or a perfect afro. But she wasn’t always so confident in her appearance. Growing up in the US, she wanted to look like the other girls around her, and didn’t …

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Power Button - Episode 382: All New For 2024! More Updated Re-Releases! (Part 1)

8d ago

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Back in 2018 we did a two-part look (Episodes 269 and 270) at video games remade with new or changed features such as The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening gaining a color expansion as Link's Awakening DX. I don't know if you've noticed, but video game publishers are still doing this sort of thing six years later, so it's time to take another look …

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Power Button - Episode 381: Dangerous Blake In "Copyright Infringement"

14d ago

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I sent my international buyer, Blake Grundman, overseas to acquire some rare gaming antiquities for me. That is, he picked up some fairly priced amiibo and games that are hard to find and not so fairly priced here. This leads into a discussion on how else to play retro games whose corporate ownership has turned to dust over the decades, and that's …

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Moving on 22:11

15d ago22:11

22:11

Mary receives a menacing message and decides to leave her home. Mary has lived in Florida ever since her university days. It’s where she fell in love, met her Taiwanese husband, and had two children. With hopes of her children growing up and going to college in Florida, Mary thinks she’ll live there for the rest of her life. But that all changes wh…

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The dating to-do list 22:50

22d ago22:50

22:50

Wen is raised believing sex is taboo but knows she must change for her daughter’s sake. Her grandmother was ashamed to talk about it. Her mum and dad had to visit the biology section of the library to find out how to do it. Wen wants to create a safe space at home to talk more openly with her daughter. Letter writer: Wen Namulanta Kombo is creating…

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The people-making business with Janine Harouni 28:14

29d ago28:14

28:14

New mum Janine Harouni is anxious and lonely, so why do the other mums online look so happy? She was performing stand-up comedy while 40 weeks pregnant, but now there's a whole other set of challenges. On social media, she sees pictures of pregnant models who don’t appear to gain weight. Nobody seems to talk about the gross parts or the difficult p…

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The perfect trap 24:02

1M ago24:02

24:02

Anna fights her eating disorder, knowing she needs to be healthy if she wants to be a mum. She spent half her life dealing with the condition, until she was finally diagnosed and treated. Now she is working on getting better, trying to appreciate the joys in life again, and regain the spark she feels she lost. She writes a letter to her future daug…

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Power Button - Episode 380: Yakking About Llamasoft

1M ago

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We were fortunate enough to get advance access to the new Digital Eclipse Gold Master series of documentary releases, Llamasoft: The Jeff Minter Story, so for this week's episode of the podcast we discuss the title, its interactive exhibits, and the 42 games and light synthesizers included. From Attack of the Mutant Camels to Hover Bovver to Tempes…

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Making amends 29:10

1M ago29:10

29:10

Musikari risks his life fighting corruption in Kenya, but at what cost to his family? Namulanta’s father is a political, an anti-corruption campaigner and a successful businessman. He’s busy, so he’s not around much for his children. They miss him. They don’t understand. Now, he comes into the studio to read Namulanta a letter about family values, …

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Being Superwoman 25:17

2M ago25:17

25:17

Solene endlessly juggles work and parenthood, but something must give. She loves her job and wants to keep her identity, but she's working just to afford childcare. She has little family support. Then a moment at the school gates makes her realise that she has her priorities wrong. Letter writer: Solene Please send Namulanta your letter. Email us a…

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Power Button - Episode 379: Hack Pack

2M ago

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We're strolling on the shady side of the tracks this week as we focus on some favorite retro ROM hacks and the baked-in achievements that go with them. All of this talk of emulation inevitably leads us to touch on the Nintendo/Yuzu Switch emulator lawsuit, too. Join us and bring your ROM patching tools for some new takes on old fun. ROM Hacks Menti…

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Elbows out with Nadiya Hussain 29:07

2M ago29:07

29:07

Nadiya Hussain, TV chef and winner of The Great British Bake Off, writes a letter to her 13-year-old daughter about how to make space for herself wherever she goes. When Nadiya was a teenager she had big ambitions – but it felt like the world around her kept trying to hold her back. She tells her daughter to keep her elbows out and not let anyone s…

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Power Button - Episode 378: More Grab Bag Goodies

2M ago

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We have a hodge podge of smaller topics for you on this week's podcast as we touch on the recent Nintendo Direct, Microsoft taking select Xbox games to other platforms, retrogaming emulation made easy, the Borderlands movie trailer, and much more. Join us for another reach into the grab bag! Download this week's episode directly from PTB, listen wi…

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Coming soon: Season 3 2:36

2M ago2:36

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We’re back! Join us weekly from March 1 for the third season of the award-winning BBC World Service podcast Dear Daughter. Namulanta Kombo is putting together a “handbook to life” for her daughter with letters of advice to help her navigate the world ahead, and she needs your help. This season, Namulanta will talk to letter writers from Hong Kong t…

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Bonus: The Documentary 50:14

6M ago50:14

50:14

Other people’s children. The mothers who leave their own families behind to care for someone else’s. This special episode, from The Documentary, is hosted by Dear Daughter’s Namulanta Kombo. She speaks to women from around the world who are in the so-called “global care chain”. The Documentary, from the BBC World Service, is the home of original st…

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Epic Fail (Epic Games Layoffs, Last of Us Factions, Video Game Sequels) 55:15

7M ago55:15

55:15

Join Brad and Micah on Dense Pixels for a candid discussion about the latest developments in the gaming industry. They explore the recent layoffs at Epic Games, including the departure of Steam Spy creator Sergiy Galyonkin, and the reported halt in development for The Last of Us Factions. The hosts dissect the resumption of the FTC's case against M…

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Kombos, Kameos, and Kamiyas (Mortal Kombat 1 impressions, Unity's Walkback) 1:16:07

7M ago1:16:07

1:16:07

Tune in to the latest episode of Dense Pixels, featuring Brad and Micah, as they share their final thoughts on Starfield after completing the game and exploring the possibilities with the new game plus mode. Micah also provides his impressions of Mortal Kombat 1. The hosts delve into the controversy surrounding Unity Engine's runtime fees and insta…

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How to Destroy Your Company Overnight (Unity's Controversial Fees, Xbox Series X Mid-Gen Refresh) 1:21:08

7M ago1:21:08

1:21:08

Join Brad and Carrie on another episode of Dense Pixels as they dive into the latest gaming news, industry developments, and game announcements. In this episode, they discuss the controversy surrounding Unity's new install charge and how indie developers are reacting to it. They also explore Unity's response to the backlash, including the possibili…

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Ground Control to Major Todd (Starfield and Baldur's Gate 3 impressions) 1:18:29

8M ago1:18:29

1:18:29

Welcome to another exciting episode of Dense Pixels, where Brad, Carrie, and Micah share their gaming adventures and insights. Micah dives into his initial experiences with Baldur's Gate 3, offering a glimpse into the captivating world of this CRPG. Carrie celebrates her journey through Tears of the Kingdom, discussing her "finished" experience wit…

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Can Bioware Ever Reclaim It’s Prior Glory (Ep 473) 1:25:38

8M ago1:25:38

1:25:38

Join Brad and Micah on another episode of Dense Pixels as they explore the latest gaming news, trends, and hot topics. They dive into the details of the newly announced PlayStation Portal handheld, discussing its features, price, and potential impact on the gaming market. The team also tackles the recent PlayStation Plus price increase and its impl…

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Welcome to Dense Pixels Loveline? (Ep 472) 1:03:51

8M ago1:03:51

1:03:51

Join Brad, Carrie, and Micah on the Dense Pixels podcast for a dynamic episode where they discuss gaming experiences, industry news, and even offer relationship insights. Carrie shares her experiences playing Baldur's Gate 3, while Brad embraces the questionable practice of save scumming. They delve into the ongoing developments in the gaming indus…

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Baldur’s Gate 3 is Such an Amazing Surprise (Ep 471) 1:05:30

8M ago1:05:30

1:05:30

Welcome to another engaging episode of Dense Pixels, where Brad and Micah delve into the latest gaming experiences, events, and discussions. Brad shares his impressions of Baldur's Gate 3, highlighting its remarkable replication of a tabletop RPG experience and drawing parallels to Breath of the Wild in how much freedom the game allows the player. …

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Who Can Build the Better 16-Bit Console? (Ep 470) 58:53

9M ago58:53

58:53

Join Brad and Micah on Dense Pixels, where they discuss the latest gaming news, share insights, and engage in fun challenges. In this episode, they explore the recent updates on Overwatch 2, including its availability on Steam and Blizzard's World of Warcraft changes. They also touch upon the unfortunate news about CD Projekt Red's third round of l…

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Capcom Don’t Miss (Ep 469) 1:07:51

9M ago1:07:51

1:07:51

Welcome to Dense Pixels, a gaming podcast featuring Brad and Micah, where they discuss the latest gaming news, share their impressions, and explore thought-provoking topics. In this episode, they delve into the recent Microsoft-Activision injunction decision and the binding agreement between Microsoft and PlayStation to keep Call of Duty on PlaySta…

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Hose Down (Ep 468) 59:39

10M ago59:39

59:39

Welcome to the Dense Pixels podcast, where Brad and Micah share their gaming experiences, impressions, and thoughts on the latest news and trends. In this episode, Brad discusses his impressions of Motorsport Manager and his cemented love for unlicensed sports simulations. The duo then dives into a comprehensive review of Diablo IV's campaign, acco…

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Half-Baked Character Action (Ep 467) 1:37:12

10M ago1:37:12

1:37:12

Welcome to another exciting episode of Dense Pixels, featuring Brad, Carrie, and Micah as they delve into the latest gaming news and share their impressions. Micah kicks things off by giving his impressions of Final Fantasy XVI, raising the question of whether the game is relying too much on its name recognition. Carrie joins the discussion with he…

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Holding on to love: Dear Daughter live 28:26

10M ago28:26

28:26

Disastrous dates and how to make a relationship last. It's our second live show in Nairobi, Kenya. We hear a tale of a truly disastrous date and find out about the tough dating scene in Nairobi. Plus, advice on how to make a relationship last, while holding on to your own identity.Letter writers: Stand-up comedian Maina Murumba and public commentat…

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Starfield Is Poised for Greatness, if It Can Stick the Landing (Ep 466) 1:23:29

11M ago1:23:29

1:23:29

Join Brad, Carrie, Terrence, and Micah on the Dense Pixels podcast as they dive into the highlights of Summer Game Fest 2023, discussing the biggest games that caught their interest. They share their impressions of the highly anticipated Starfield, acknowledging its impressive visuals while pondering whether it will deliver a satisfying overall exp…

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Finding love: Dear Daughter live in Nairobi 27:57

11M ago27:57

27:57

How to approach dating. Tips and laughs, as we explore relationships and the highs and lows of dating, in our first ever live show. Hear from our guests and audience in Nairobi, Kenya. Our letter writers tell their daughters that they need to set boundaries, have mutual respect and not to settle for less than they deserve.Letter writers: Tatiana Ka…

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The Best Weekend Ever (Ep 465) 1:12:59

11M ago1:12:59

1:12:59

Welcome to Dense Pixels, a gaming podcast where Brad and Micah share their impressions and insights into the latest gaming releases. In this episode, we dive deep into the highly anticipated Street Fighter 6, discussing its gameplay, mechanics, and overall experience. We also delve into the dark and immersive world of Diablo IV, sharing our thought…

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Dear son 27:27

11M ago27:27

27:27

“Fly the plane”, volunteer and keep asking why. Andy is an airline pilot from Northern Ireland. He tells his son to avoid being thrown off course by life’s many distractions, volunteer for everything, and keep asking questions. The final golden rule? Always stand up to inappropriate locker room banter. Plus, Namulanta has a letter for her son too. …

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You are wanted 22:11

11M ago22:11

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It’s a girl! Bucking the trend of wanting a son. Shakti was keen to have a daughter, but explains that in India there’s a lot of cultural pressure to have a son. When she was growing up, people were always asking her parents if they were going to try for a boy - making her feel unwanted. Now, Shakti writes to her daughter explaining just how much s…

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Exactly What We Wanted (Ep 464) 1:21:48

11M ago1:21:48

1:21:48

Join us for another exciting episode of Dense Pixels, where we cover the latest gaming news and share our impressions of highly anticipated titles. In this episode, we'll discuss the highlights from the PlayStation Showcase in May 2023, including new game announcements and trailers that have caught our attention. We'll also touch on the recent news…

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Trying to conceive 23:44

11M ago23:44

23:44

A letter to a daughter who doesn’t exist yet. Lucia has been trying to get pregnant for three years. She tells Namulanta that she was inspired to be “less discreet” about what she’s been going through after listening to a past episode of Dear Daughter – and that since she started talking about it, she’s discovered a whole world of other people goin…

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Tears of the Street (Ep 463) 1:01:27

12M ago1:01:27

1:01:27

Welcome to the Dense Pixels podcast, where we bring you the latest gaming news, reviews, and reactions. In this episode, we'll be reacting to everyone's excitement and opinions about Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, discussing the game's impact on the gaming community. We'll also dive into the highly anticipated Street Fighter 6 and how it fe…

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Keep growing, always change 20:46

12M ago20:46

20:46

Celebrating how kids change as they grow. Claire thinks that nostalgia for babies and small children shouldn’t stop you from embracing the next stages in their development. She and her wife have twin daughters who were born prematurely. In those early weeks, they found it hard to see the future. Now the twins are seven, Claire is able to celebrate …

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A Very Refined Slot Machine (Ep 462) 56:36

12M ago56:36

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In this episode, we'll dive into Brad's impressions of Honkai Star Rail, a RPG Gacha game that has caught his attention. We'll also discuss the recent controversy around Xbox boss Phil Spencer's comments on Redfall reviews and how it raised eyebrows in the gaming community. We share our impressions of the Everspace 2 demo and how it led us to disco…

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On apples and trees 24:56

12M ago24:56

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Turning into your mother can be a joy and a trial. When Jacinta in Johannesburg became a parent, she found that her perspective on her own mother changed completely. She reads a letter to her young daughters about what they can learn from older generations after realising “the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree”. Plus, how to avoid telling your c…

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Politics or Gay (Ep 461) 1:06:57

12M ago1:06:57

1:06:57

In this episode, we'll discuss the recent news of the UK's Competition and Markets Authority blocking the Microsoft Activision Blizzard deal and how the deal could potentially move forward now. We also discuss Metacritic's efforts to improve moderation after abusive and disrespectful reviews of Horizon Forbidden West and Burning Shores. We'll also …

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Making friends 21:18

12M ago21:18

21:18

The Scummy Mummies on friendship, bullying and embracing the chaos of parenting. Comedians Helen Thorn and Ellie Gibson met when their children were little and started a podcast called the Scummy Mummies. Ten years, a sell-out UK comedy tour and more than 250 episodes later, they join Namulanta to talk about friendship – from getting through the aw…

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Why Can’t Nintendo Just Be Cool? (Ep 460) 45:16

1y ago45:16

45:16

In this episode, we'll discuss Nintendo's unending desire to go after content creators, and the controversy surrounding Microsoft's Twitter API pricing. We'll also talk about Sega's recent acquisition of Rovio and the announcement of unionizing plans at Sega of America. Additionally, we'll touch on the Street Fighter 6 demo, the arrest of a US mili…

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Generation gap 22:49

1y ago22:49

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How to give advice people will actually listen to. When Anna in Switzerland was younger, her grandmothers used to give her advice – but she dismissed it. She thought they were old-fashioned and didn’t understand her life. Now she’s a grandmother herself, and when she looks at her granddaughter she can’t imagine what the world she will live in will …

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Without mum 26:30

1y ago26:30

26:30

The challenges of parenting as a widower. When Ani’s daughter was just two years old, his wife was diagnosed with cancer. Her illness dominated their daughter’s early years, and she died when the child was six. Ani explains how he’s trying to teach his daughter what her mother was like before she became ill. Plus, how a Joe Wicks workout helped the…

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Gaming’s Trojan Horse (Ep 459) 1:10:42

1y ago1:10:42

1:10:42

In this episode, we'll discuss the rumors about a possible PlayStation handheld and what that could mean for the gaming community. We'll also touch on the surprising addition of microtransactions to the Resident Evil 4 Remake game and our impressions of the delightful hidden gem Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of Dana. In addition, Brad shares his thoughts on p…

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Grandma’s gift 27:18

1y ago27:18

27:18

Follow your dreams - but remember your roots! Instead of hearing from a letter writer, Namulanta talks to Alejandra about what it meant to receive letters of advice from her grandmother. Her grandma gave her blessing and guidance on moving abroad for a new life. Letter writer: Alejandra’s grandmother Maria Please send Namulanta your letter. Go to w…

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Big Meaty Men Slappin’ Meat (Ep 358) 1:13:12

1y ago1:13:12

1:13:12

We discuss the unfortunate cancellation of E3 2023 and how it might affect the gaming community. Then, we discuss the controversial Activision-Blizzard takeover and the Competition and Markets Authority's ruling on the matter. We touch on the takedown of Multiversus and give our Wrestlemania 2023 review. In addition, we'll share our impressions of …

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Spend some, save some 23:44

1y ago23:44

23:44

Talking to children about money can be awkward, but it’s important to start young. Davinia Tomlinson has written a book of money advice for girls called Cash Is Queen. She explains how she talks to her own daughters about money and how the skills she learned in the British financial services industry enabled her to plan a new life closer to her Car…

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I’m not fine 24:19

1y ago24:19

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Why are women expected to endure pain in silence? Meera grew up in India and has battled multiple illnesses for most of her life. They’ve impacted her relationships with her mother, her husband and her kids - especially her young daughter. She says: “As a girl I was taught that a woman’s strength came from her ability to endure great pain and suffe…

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