The MegaCast stars Thee Ted Smith, Steve Migs, and an angry English robot named Alice (RIP Grace). They talk about fun things. #MegaHug
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Three friends argue about the ins and outs of the four major Detroit sports teams.
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A podcast dedicated to discussing the story, tech, world events, and themes presented in the USA Network series, Mr. Robot.
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Idle Thumbs is an independent podcast network whose podcasts span comedy, pop culture and entertainment, video games, and TV.
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A show about Gaming, Fatherhood, and New Fathers figuring out their gaming lives
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Three Moves Ahead is the leading strategy game themed podcast on the internet. Every week a panel of knowledgeable gamers with strong opinions meets to talk about the strategy and war games of the day, design issues and games in the wider world.
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A One-Year Mission Gone Haywire!
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A Star Wars podcast dedicated to reading one Legends book each month and discussing it.
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Founded in 2009 during a drunken moment in Las Vegas, the Reality Rant podcast started as a psychotic break. Bill and Eric have since partially gotten their acts together to "abuse all the reality news you can use" in podcast form.
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Taverncast - Happy Hour in Your Head - Since 2005
Bryce Erwin, Bill Ticknor, Michelle O'Neill, Mike Monan, Aric Watson, Jennifer Albrecht, Lauren Hoban and Derek Chew
Order a beer, pull up a seat and join your friends at Taverncast for our patented un-scripted roundtable discussions, covering a wide range of topics with a unique wit and inviting style - all blended together, it's Happy Hour in Your Head!
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Designer Notes 85: Zach Barth - Part 2
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In this episode, Soren interviews independent game developer Zach Barth, best known for his puzzle games, including SpaceChem, Infinifactory, Shenzhen I/O, and Opus Magnum. They discuss why he made a game about assembly language, how he guaranteed that Fortune’s Foundation is winnable, and whether he knows how to make fun games. This episode was re…
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Ep. 338 - Gamers of Culture - FF7 Rebirth Symphony
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For only the 2nd time in the history of the show, The New Dads are recording in the same room! They attended the FFVII Rebirth Orchestra World Tour and captured their immediate take right after the show. This week, the dads discuss the announced PS5 Pro and it’s wild pricing, along with a the great PS5 title Astro Bot. Trevor struggles with a poten…
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Three Moves Ahead 622: Tactical Breach Wizards
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Len and Rowan are joined by games writer Kris Lorischild to discuss Tactical Breach Wizards. We discuss how rare it is for a game to be this funny on purposes, as opposed to from the chaotic intersection of procedural systems, how it creates rewarding tactical puzzles with simple ingredients, and... Metal Gear?!…
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Three Moves Ahead 622 - Tactical Breach Wizards
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Len and Rowan are joined by games writer Kris Lorischild to discuss Tactical Breach Wizards. We discuss how rare it is for a game to be this funny on purposes, as opposed to from the chaotic intersection of procedural systems, how it creates rewarding tactical puzzles with simple ingredients, and... Metal Gear?!…
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Ep. 337 - PS5 Pro / NES Pro / Gymnast Pro
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This week, the dads discuss the announced PS5 Pro and it's wild pricing, along with a the great PS5 title Astro Bot. Trevor struggles with a potential professional athlete in his house, and Jeff shows off his NES Pro moves with NES World Championship. Subscribe to the Podcast! Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/new-dad-gaming/id1…
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Ep. 336 - Concord And Power In Your Hands
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This week Trevor unlocks more power in his Retro Handheld with PortMaster (Balatro and Stardew Valley on a portable?), Jeff dives into Astro Bot, and the dads review the sad fate of Concord. Subscribe to the Podcast! Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/new-dad-gaming/id1107330772 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/434cj9ksKBnX…
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Designer Notes 84: Zach Barth - Part 1
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In this episode, Soren interviews independent game developer Zach Barth, best known for his puzzle games, including SpaceChem, Infinifactory, Shenzhen I/O, and Opus Magnum. They discuss why he never originally wanted to make money on his games, why puzzle games are terrible, and whether he has ever played Minecraft. This episode was recorded on Sep…
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Three Moves Ahead 621: The Return of MicroProse
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Len is joined this week by David Lagettie, CEO of the resurrected MicroProse. We share some of our own MicropProse memories, and discuss what makes a MicroProse game, as well as why David chose this brand to bring back from oblivion.By Idle Thumbs
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Three Moves Ahead 621 - The Return of MicroProse
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Len is joined this week by David Lagettie, CEO of the resurrected MicroProse. We share some of our own MicropProse memories, and discuss what makes a MicroProse game, as well as why David chose this brand to bring back from oblivion.By Idle Thumbs
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This week, Trevor assumes the role of coach for his son and asks Jeff for some Pokemon advice, while Jeff declares the 3DS the G.O.A.T. of consoles while applying a dad mod to Alien Isolation. Subscribe to the Podcast! Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/new-dad-gaming/id1107330772 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/434cj9ksKB…
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Three Moves Ahead 620: Fined by the Pope (EU5 Megacast 5 Preview)
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This is a free preview of this month's Patreon episode. Check out the extended version at Patreon.com/3ma!Len, Lambert, and FatherLorris continue their ongoing beef with the Holy See while discussing Europa Universalis 5 dev diaries primarily focused on warfare. We're not even doing jokes about how long these are anymore. That's so early 2024. It's…
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Three Moves Ahead 620 - Fined by the Pope (EU5 Megacast 5 Preview)
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This is a free preview of this month's Patreon episode. Check out the extended version at Patreon.com/3ma!Len, Lambert, and FatherLorris continue their ongoing beef with the Holy See while discussing Europa Universalis 5 dev diaries primarily focused on warfare. We're not even doing jokes about how long these are anymore. That's so early 2024. It's…
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This week, the dads lay down a pre-recorded podcast as they both wrap up their family adventures. Are their topics topical to the week? Tune in to find out! Subscribe to the Podcast! Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/new-dad-gaming/id1107330772 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/434cj9ksKBnX6aY2aBZ6Uw Others on Our Website: …
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Three Moves Ahead 619: Total War: Pharaoh Dynasties
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Len is joined by Aftermath's Luke Plunkett and Dr. Bret Devereaux to discuss Total War: Pharaoh's expansive Dynasties glow-up. We dig into the sources that are and aren't available for Bronze Age warfare, how the latest historical Total War feels now with all the bells and whistles, and whether or not Creative Assembly's grand apology tour might be…
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Three Moves Ahead 619 - Total War: Pharaoh Dynasties
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Len is joined by Aftermath's Luke Plunkett and Dr. Bret Devereaux to discuss Total War: Pharaoh's expansive Dynasties glow-up. We dig into the sources that are and aren't available for Bronze Age warfare, how the latest historical Total War feels now with all the bells and whistles, and whether or not Creative Assembly's grand apology tour might be…
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Subscribe to the Podcast! Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/new-dad-gaming/id1107330772 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/434cj9ksKBnX6aY2aBZ6Uw Others on Our Website: https://newdadgaming.com/By Trevor Alexander & Jeff Smalley
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Ep. 332 - Summer Nights Under a No Man's Sky
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The New Dads are back after their summer hiatus! This week they both take a new look at No Man's Sky, Trevor is invited to watch his son beat Immortals Fenyx Rising, and Jeff comes to terms with his kids new late night outdoor escapades. Subscribe to the Podcast! Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/new-dad-gaming/id1107330772 Spot…
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Three Moves Ahead 618: Workers & Resources 1.0
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Len and Jon are joined by Sin Vega and Well There's Your Problem's Justin Roczniak (donoteat01) to revisit Workers & Resources: Soviet Republic for its 1.0 release. We discuss what's changed and been added since we last checked it out in Early Access, why it's so captivating, and who it's actually for.…
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Three Moves Ahead 618 - Workers & Resources 1.0
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Len and Jon are joined by Sin Vega and Well There's Your Problem's Justin Roczniak (donoteat01) to revisit Workers & Resources: Soviet Republic for its 1.0 release. We discuss what's changed and been added since we last checked it out in Early Access, why it's so captivating, and who it's actually for.…
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Three Moves Ahead 617: Down the Well (EU5 Megacast 4 Preview)
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This is a free preview of this month's Patreon episode. Check out the extended version at Patreon.com/3ma!Len, Lambert, and Lorris get in and out of this month's deluge of dev diaries in a downright snappy three hours, despite nitpicking EU5's depiction of the British Isles for long enough to kill a non-map gamer. Please be cautious when listening …
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Three Moves Ahead 617 - Down the Well (EU5 Megacast 4 Preview)
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This is a free preview of this month's Patreon episode. Check out the extended version at Patreon.com/3ma!Len, Lambert, and Lorris get in and out of this month's deluge of dev diaries in a downright snappy three hours, despite nitpicking EU5's depiction of the British Isles for long enough to kill a non-map gamer. Please be cautious when listening …
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Three Moves Ahead 616: The Future of Anbennar and EU5
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Len, Lorris, and Lambert sat down with JayBean, the creator of the popular Anbennar fantasy total conversion mods for Europa Universalis 4, Crusader Kings 3, and Victoria 3. We asked him what he's most excited about from what we've seen of EU5 so far, what changes he might make to the mod with these new systems, and how Paradox Tinto can better sup…
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Three Moves Ahead 616 - The Future of Anbennar and EU5
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Len, Lorris, and Lambert sat down with JayBean, the creator of the popular Anbennar fantasy total conversion mods for Europa Universalis 4, Crusader Kings 3, and Victoria 3. We asked him what he's most excited about from what we've seen of EU5 so far, what changes he might make to the mod with these new systems, and how Paradox Tinto can better sup…
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Ep. 331 - End Of School, Nintendo Direct, and Solo Dice Games
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This week Trevor and Jeff discuss their strategies for the upcoming summer now that school is out, they discuss the recent Nintendo direct (notably Metroid Prime 4, Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, and Marvel vs. Capcom Collection), and Trevor walks through Under Falling Skies (a solo dice game). Subscribe to the Podcast! Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.a…
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Len, Luke, and Ian warp in to discuss Homeworld 3, a space strategy sequel more than two decades in the making. We discuss its use of space terrain, the more intimate storytelling in the campaign, the co-op Wargames mode, and what it has and hasn't preserved from its pantheonic predecessors.By Idle Thumbs
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Three Moves Ahead 615 - Homeworld 3
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Len, Luke, and Ian warp in to discuss Homeworld 3, a space strategy sequel more than two decades in the making. We discuss its use of space terrain, the more intimate storytelling in the campaign, the co-op Wargames mode, and what it has and hasn't preserved from its pantheonic predecessors.By Idle Thumbs
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Ep. 330 - MegaCast: Summer Games Fest - Xbox Game Showcase
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This was a wild episode. To give a peek behind the curtain, Jeff and Trevor try to keep each recording down to a tight 30 heavily focused on Fatherhood and Gaming. In this episode, the well meaning but ultimately naïve dads decided to do a run down of all the games announced during the recent Summer Games Fest and Xbox Game Showcase. Was results is…
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Ep. 329 - Dads Night, Dice RPGs, and FFIX Remaster
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This week the dad's recount their invitation to Nintendo's Dad's Night In, which featured some humbling Mario Kart 8 gameplay. Trevor gives a dad summer tip for re-usable water balloons and tries his hand at Heroes of Might and Magic 3, and the dads discuss a potential Final Fantasy 9 remake. Subscribe to the Podcast! Apple Podcasts: https://podcas…
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Designer Notes 83: Mitch Lasky - Part 2
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In this episode, Soren interviews noted game investor Mitch Lasky, best known for his work as a venture capitalist at Benchmark, as the CEO of JAMDAT, and as an executive at Activision and Electronic Arts. They discuss how the industry’s business models have always affected design, why he was wrong about the Halloween pack ruining League of Legends…
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This week, the dads review Paper Mario - The 1000 Year Door, and Jeff ignites an old love for Heroes of Might and Magic with the new title "Songs of Conquest". Meanwhile, Trevor's kid builds his first game (using PowerPoint?), and Trevor buys his first game disc in a while with NHL 2017 (listen to learn why!). Subscribe to the Podcast! Apple Podcas…
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Three Moves Ahead 614: To Four Hours... And Beyond! (EU5 Megacast 3 Preview)
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This is a free preview of this month's Patreon episode. Check out the extended version at Patreon.com/3ma!Len, Lambert, and Lorris are here to explore the question of how long a podcast about an unreleased game can be before someone in our lives physically intervenes. We not only have Tinto Talks and the Johan Files to cover, but now Tinto Maps, Sa…
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Three Moves Ahead 614 - To Four Hours... And Beyond! (EU5 Megacast 3 Preview)
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This is a free preview of this month's Patreon episode. Check out the extended version at Patreon.com/3ma!Len, Lambert, and Lorris are here to explore the question of how long a podcast about an unreleased game can be before someone in our lives physically intervenes. We not only have Tinto Talks and the Johan Files to cover, but now Tinto Maps, Sa…
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Three Moves Ahead 613: Total War Warhammer 3: Thrones of Decay
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Len and Rowan are joined by Nathan from the YouTube channel The Great Book of Grudges to discuss the Thrones of Decay patch, Creative Assembly's apology tour, and the state of Immortal Empires in 2024. Rowan grapples with why Warhammer 3 just isn't doing it for her, Nathan marvels at the current contentment of the community, and Len chews a hole in…
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Three Moves Ahead 613 - Total War Warhammer 3: Thrones of Decay
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Len and Rowan are joined by Nathan from the YouTube channel The Great Book of Grudges to discuss the Thrones of Decay patch, Creative Assembly's apology tour, and the state of Immortal Empires in 2024. Rowan grapples with why Warhammer 3 just isn't doing it for her, Nathan marvels at the current contentment of the community, and Len chews a hole in…
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Ep. 327 - Goat Simulator 3 - Just Cause for Kids
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This week Trevor tries to come to terms with a risqué encounter at the public pool, Jeff jumps ships to Final Fantasy 13, and he also brings great gaming dad news with his review of Steam Family. Subscribe to the Podcast! Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/new-dad-gaming/id1107330772 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/434cj9k…
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Designer Notes 82: Mitch Lasky - Part 1
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In this episode, Soren interviews noted game investor Mitch Lasky, best known for his work as a venture capitalist at Benchmark, as the CEO of JAMDAT, and as an executive at Activision and Electronic Arts. They discuss how the Doom shareware model was a preview of free-to-play, why a console transition led to EA buying Maxis, and how Jamdat pioneer…
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Ep. 326 - Manor Lords and Old Game Hordes
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This week the Gaming Dads discuss the release of emulators on iOS and it's impact. Speaking of old, Jeff goes medieval playing the hottest release with Manor Lords, and the gaming dads both shake their heads pondering why the slower games of old aren't cool with their young ones. Subscribe to the Podcast! Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/…
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Len, Ian, and Jon are joined by our official unofficial historical consultant, Dr. Bret Devereaux, to discuss Manor Lords. We clear up what it is and what it isn't, how it portrays the historical realities of medieval burgage, and how Early of an Early Access game it really is.By Idle Thumbs
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Three Moves Ahead 612 - Manor Lords
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Len, Ian, and Jon are joined by our official unofficial historical consultant, Dr. Bret Devereaux, to discuss Manor Lords. We clear up what it is and what it isn't, how it portrays the historical realities of medieval burgage, and how Early of an Early Access game it really is.By Idle Thumbs
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