Is Your Computer Compatible for Virtual Reality Experience? Virtual reality is the next big revolution, with the Oculus Rift headset and HTC Vive gain. Learn More
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An actionable guide to the Metaverse. How to level up, how to get started and how to take advantage of the opportunity. We interview entrepreneurs, investors, artists and change-makers who are changing the face of the Metaverse. Whether you are an entrepreneur or an innovator, we explore everything that makes the Metaverse. Including Web 3.0, NFTs, VR / AR, Web 3.0 gaming, generative art, Defi, Blockchain and cryptocurrencies. The Metaverse can be overwhelming. Let your host Howard Kingston, ...
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A pair of gaymers, Travis and Mike, discuss the world of gaming through a queer lens.
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Rainbow Road returns for an all new season as Travis and Mike are joined by producer Matilda (she/her) and Laurence Turner-Cordova (he/they) of the Gay for Play Podcast join in to talk about It Takes Two. We talk pacing issues, uncanny children, and the heterosexual institution of marriage not being very slay and yas. Stay tuned for new segments an…
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EXPLORING VIRTUAL WORLDS WITH THE SANDBOX’S SEBASTIEN BORGET
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In this episode, we talk with Sebastien Borget co-founder of The Sandbox; one of the most popular virtual worlds in the Metaverse. These days, virtual worlds are more than just people playing games. Imagine a virtual world with land, assets, buildings, events and fashion you can buy. How about a virtual world with economies, entrepreneurs creating …
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NFT TRADING TIPS: HOW I WENT FROM 0 TO $100K WITH LIAM D
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In this episode, we talk with Liam D, a successful NFT trader. There is a whole community out there that trades NFTs for a living. We wanted to invite one of those traders to the show to see what their world is like and what kind of strategy they use to trade NFTs full-time. Liam is one of the smartest traders in the game and has an incredible abil…
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HOW TO WIN WITH WEB3 MARKETING WITH AMANDA CASSATT
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In this episode, we talk about marketing in the Web3 space with Amanda Cassatt from Seratonin and Mojito. Amanda is a marketing genius who helped start some of the most well-known projects in web3 she has helped grow Decentraland, PROOF, Moonbirds, gmoney, Ethereum and many more. As we all know, the marketing landscape is changing faster than ever …
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FOUNDATIONS: NFTS EXPLAINED FOR BEGINNERS
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In this foundation episode, your host Howard Kingston will answer the most common questions about NFTs. Some people say that NFTs are a cultural movement. Some NFTs have sold for millions of dollars - like the NFT sold for $39 million USD in Christie’s auction. But other people say they're pointless and stupid. So what's the truth? In this episode,…
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HOW TO PREPARE FOR THE ETHEREUM MERGE WITH DMITRY BUTERIN
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In this episode, we are talking about the Ethereum Merge with Dmitry Buterin. He is the father of Vitalik Buterin- who created Ethereum. The Ethereum merge is a HUGE event that's going to impact everything from NFTs to Cryptocurrencies to Web3 to the Metaverse. Some people say it is the biggest event in crypto, while others say that the switch from…
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PROTECT YOURSELF FROM GETTING HACKED WITH ARIEL WENGROFF
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In this episode, we talk about security in Web3 space with Ariel Wengroff from Ledger. Web 3 brings us one step closer to a future where we can control our money and finances without the need for banks. But with great power comes great responsibility--that's why we wanted to invite Ariel from Ledger which is one of Web 3’s leading hardware wallets.…
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HOW DAOS WORK WITH FABIAN WETEKAMP FROM FLAMINGO DAO
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In this episode, we do a DAO deep dive with Fabian Wetekamp from Flamingo DAO, The LAO, CoCo DAO, NEon Dao & Red DAO. DAOs (short for Decentralized Autonomous Organizations) are a new type of organizations born in Web 3. They are changing the way we do everything from investing, running organisations and even governments In this episode, we dive in…
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HOW TO LAUNCH A SUCCESSFUL NFT PROJECT WITH THE POSSESSED FOUNDER’S TOM & JOE
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How to launch a Successful NFT Project. In this episode, we interview Tom Watson and Joe Furr from The Possessed. The Possessed is an NFT project that launched recently with a lot of hype: selling out a 10,000 PFP collection during a bear market. They both have a lot of experience with entrepreneurship and they share their knowledge in this episode…
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THE FUTURE OF DIGITAL ART IN THE METAVERSE WITH SOFIA GARCIA
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Do you have a passion for the arts? Then you'll want to listen to this episode of Frontier of the Metaverse. Our guest is Sofia Garcia, who is leading the way in bridging the traditional art world with the NFT art world. She's launched some of the world’s leading NFT artists and is part of the curation committee for Artblocks – the number one gener…
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Investing in the Metaverse with NFT VC Ryan Carson from 121G. Fund & Moonbirds NFT
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Ryan Carson is the Founder of 121G. A Venture Capital fund investing solely in NFT’s. Previously he was COO of Moonbirds, a hugely successful NFT project that raised $60, in 3 hours. Prior to that Ryan founded the coding school Treehouse (acquired) and The Future of Web Apps. Ryan’s NFT investment firm has invested in projects including Ledger Mark…
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How I Got Started in Web 3.0, NFT’s and The Metaverse with Howard Kingston Stephanie Kingston
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Like to get to know what happens behind the scenes at Frontier of the Metaverse? This episode is an intro to Howard Kingston, interviewed by Special guest Stephanie Kingston. You’ll learn how we got started in Web 3.0, NFT’s and the Metaverse, how we make our investment decisions and why we think Web 3.0 is such a big opportunity. We all know that …
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Navigating the Metaverse & Virtual Land with QuHarrison Terry (The Metaverse Handbook)
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Do you want to know more about the metaverse? QuHarrison is a pioneer in the metaverse space and has written extensively on the topic. In this episode, he discusses his latest book, 'the Metaverse Handbook' and his previous book ‘the NFT Handbook’. He provides insights into what the metaverse is and how it can be used to create digital art. Be insp…
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Foundations: Web 3.0, NFT’s, Cryptocurrencies and the Metaverse for Beginners with Howard Kingston
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What is the Metaverse, Web 3.0, NFT’s and Cryptocurrencies? This is a foundational episode to teach you all the basics about Metaverse, Web 3.0, NFT’s and Cryptocurrencies. The Metaverse is coming, and it’s going to change everything. In this episode, we break down what it is, what you need to know, and how you can get started. Whether you’re a beg…
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Do you want to know what the future of the metaverse holds? Then you’ve come to the right place. Our podcast will explore all the opportunities around web 3, NFTs and internet money. You’ll hear from industry experts and get a first-hand account of what it takes to be successful in this space. Whether you’re a business owner, entrepreneur or just s…
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Travis and Mike are joined by therapist Mariya (she/her) for a special episode talking about mental health, therapy, using gaming for healing, and why anxiety can be your waifu. You can find Mariya at https://www.chosenfamilytherapy.com/ Theme music by UzzBuzz.By Travis Ryans & Mike Dineen
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Travis and Mike are joined by drag queen and illustrator Chara Couture (she/they) to recount their experiences with Unpacking - the game AND the chore. Enjoy 90s nostalgia as the crew compares notes on what they took away from each level, and recount some achievements you might have missed! Find us on Twitter at @rainbowroadpod, or write to us at r…
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Davey Double: Stanley Parable & The Beginner’s Guide
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Ashley Cooper (she/her) returns, joining Matilda (she/her), Travis, and Mike as they peel back the many layers of Davey Wreden's two most well known games. Find out whether Coda is real, how the Stanley Parable REALLY ends, and which character we somehow manage to make queer so this still fits under our umbrella. Twitter: @rainbowroadpod Email: rai…
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Content warning: discussions of suicide, substance abuse, & domestic violence. Kyah (they/them) helps Travis and Mike remember what actually happened in Tell Me Why, as they break the story down character by character. Things get heavy as the gang talks about their personal relationships to the game, their thoughts on its value for queer people, an…
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Just when you thought you'd gotten rid of us! Travis and Mike catch up on the past few months, tease some upcoming episodes, and whine about the state of open world games for a bit. Twitter: @rainbowroadpod Email: rainbowroadpodcast@gmail.com Theme music by UzzBuzz.By Travis Ryans & Mike Dineen
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How to Sideload Oculus Quest 2 Via Sidequest Episode 1
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The Oculus Quest library is chock full of apps and games spanning everything from first-person shooters to RPGs, but with the SideQuest app store, you can gain access to a whole new (and exciting) world of games for your Quest 2. With SideQuest, you can install a boatload of games and apps that Facebook wouldn’t normally approve of having on the of…
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To celebrate the podcast's first birthday, Travis and Mike invited past guests to rave about a character who's near and queer their hearts. Featuring Andrew Orsie (he/him), Ashley Park (she/her), Chara Couture (she/they), Faustine Pelipel (she/her), & Mr. Gaboobily (he/him). Theme music by UzzBuzz.By Travis Ryans & Mike Dineen
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Travis and Mike have broken out of the Underworld to chat with Ashley (she/her) and Chara (she/they) about roguelike narratives, Sisyphian tasks, and the thirsty thighs of a specific God, on this week's episode about Hades! Theme music by UzzBuzz.By Travis Ryans & Mike Dineen
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Jordan (he/him) and Brooke (she/her) from Queer Quadrant are back to help Travis, Mike, and new guest Ophira (she/they) dissect the Black Mirror episode "San Junipero". The gang critiques the show's portrayal of disability, opines on love in a digital age, and puzzles over Yorkie's glasses. Theme music by UzzBuzz.…
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The Last of Us 2: Bury Your Straights
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Travis brings on Matt (any pronouns), Ashley (she/her), and Kyah (they/them) to revel in the beauty and horror of Naughty Dog's most ambitious game yet, and all the controversy that came with it. Theme music by UzzBuzz.By Travis Ryans & Mike Dineen
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Jacqueline (she/her) helps Travis and Mike explain the enduring appeal of the Zelda franchise to a Hyrule newcomer, Producer Matt (any pronouns). Theme Music by UzzBuzz.By Travis Ryans & Mike Dineen
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Ashley Cooper (@ashleyversus, she/her) joins Travis and Mike to recount fond memories of past console generations, in preparation for the PS5 and the new XBoxes. Theme music by UzzBuzz.By Travis Ryans & Mike Dineen
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Explaining Kingdom Hearts (and Why We Love It)
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To prepare Mike for potential future Kingdom Hearts episodes, Travis invited Eitan (he/him) and Andrew (he/him) back to help explain the convoluted plot of the series, and why something so disjointed has captured the hearts of so many fans. The Red Dead Redemption video we reference is at https://youtu.be/7rWYlQduZMQ (and doesn't contain any spoile…
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Matt emerges from the mixing studio once more to talk with Travis and Mike about the trios most cherished games, the horror of aging, and how they all became... like this. Theme music by UzzBuzz.By Travis Ryans & Mike Dineen
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Our friends from Queer Quadrant, Jordan (he/him) and Brook (she/her) join Mike and Travis to talk about video game movie adaptations! Let's debate the ultimate Tomb Raider adaption, enjoy the fluffiness of Pokemon, and fan-cast the new Last of Us series! Theme music by UzzBuzz.By Travis Ryans & Mike Dineen
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Travis and Mike bring on Ashley Cooper (she/her) and Ike Pastel (any pronouns) to revel in the positivity and nostalgia trip that is Netflix's new docuseries, High Score. Theme music by UzzBuzzBy Travis Ryans & Mike Dineen
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Travis and Mike host Eitan (he/him) and Faustine (she/her) to talk environmentalism, class consciousness, and hand massages. Theme music by UzzBuzz.By Travis Ryans & Mike Dineen
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Travis and Mike are joined by Eitan (he/him) and Andrew (he/him) to simp for some cartoon zaddies, recount their dating horror stories, and realize the real dream is the Amandas we raised along the way. Theme music by UzzBuzz.By Travis Ryans & Mike Dineen
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Travis and Mike coax producer Matt (he/him) out of the booth again to join Kenzie (she/her) for a chat about Gone Home, other walking sims, and the inherent queerness of lonely journalling. Theme music by UzzBuzz.By Travis Ryans & Mike Dineen
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Mass Effect: Glamazons and Humanitis
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With Mike on vacation, Travis recruits the Ashleys - Park (she/her) and Cooper (she/her) - along with Eitan (he/him) and Anthony (he/him/they/them) to talk the granddaddy of queer gaming, its many alien races, and how it stands the test of time. Theme music by UzzBuzz.By Travis Ryans & Mike Dineen
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The Last Of Us: The Daddyfication of Gayming
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Travis and Mike bring on Kyah (they/them), and Ashley Cooper (she/her) to recount memories of their first terrifying play-throughs of the Citizen Kane of gaming, and remind themselves, before getting their hands on the sequel, that the series has always been queer. Theme Music by UzzBuzz.By Travis Ryans & Mike Dineen
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Travis and Mike, as well as guests Ashley Park (she/her) and Ashley Cooper (she/her), rewind time to 2015 to discuss Life Is Strange. Spoilers for all episodes of season 1, warn your earholes. If you need a break from these trying times, a list of black-developed games is at https://bit.ly/2BUHLZH. Theme music by UzzBuzz.…
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Travis and Mike, joined by writer of game and screen Alix (she/her) and producer Matt (he/him), ask: every other medium has a plethora of coming out stories, so where are they in games? Theme music by UzzBuzz.By Travis Ryans & Mike Dineen
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Bow chicka bow wow! Travis and Mike host Zach (he/him) and Ashley (she/her) to talk about their history with queer romance options in games. How do they compare to their straight counterparts? Theme music by UzzBuzz.By Travis Ryans & Mike Dineen
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Travis and Mike talk with Vivian (she/her) and Mackenzie (she/her) to theorize: what makes Animal Crossing, Stardew Valley, and the Sims so popular with queer communities? You can find Mackenzie on Twitter at @KenziePhoenix, or with her other podcasts at @VGTMPodcast and @MuppetsPod. Theme music by UzzBuzz.…
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Travis and Mike are joined by Ty (he/him) to talk about how Pokemon has evolved as a series over the years, and why we still love playing it. Theme music by UzzBuzz.By Travis Ryans & Mike Dineen
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Travis (he/him) and Mike (he/him) are joined by Vivian (she/her) and Eitan (he/him) to discuss Overwatch's colourful cast of diverse characters, as well as Blizzard's real-life controversies. Correction: Blitzchung, the Hearthstone streamer referenced in this episode, received their prize money back after Blizzard's revised stance, but was still ba…
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