Best Dylan Wren Podcasts (2024)

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Video Game Genres Are Out of Control! 1:27:24

2h ago1:27:24

1:27:24

This week, Andrew, Dylan and Aubrey discuss the topic of video game genres. The conversation explores some of the faults in how we as a community choose to define games. It also covers some potential solutions and advice for people who take these categories too seriously. In a crazy turn of events, Aubrey prepared a closing trivia game for Andrew a…

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Exploring a Disappointing Sequel - Senua's Saga: Hellblade II Review 1:35:32

3d ago1:35:32

1:35:32

On this episode of "Your Friendly Neighborhood Gamers," Aubrey Sommer and Andrew Kimball delve into the world of "Senua's Saga: Hellblade II." They explore the sequel's narrative, characters, and gameplay mechanics, expressing disappointment with the ambiguous storytelling, lack of satisfying conclusion, and downgrade in gameplay. They express thei…

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85: Managing the Psychosocial Burden of Celiac Disease with Dr. Anava Wren 55:51

9d ago55:51

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Many with celiac disease often report feeling isolated, awkward, and disheartened as they navigate the world on a gluten-free diet. But the future is bright, and there are tools you can use to maneuver the social landscape and cope with the burden of a chronic illness. In this Town Hall celebrating both Celiac Awareness Month and Mental Health Awar…

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Lords of the Fallen and an Indie Game Roundup - Neighborhood Watch 1:07:45

10d ago1:07:45

1:07:45

On this episode Aubrey is back in the Neighborhood and Dylan is down with the sickness. Our hosts discuss all the games they've been playing lately and share the things that they like and dislike about them. Aubrey talks about Sea of Solitude, Venba and Open Roads. Three indie games that she played over the course of an afternoon. Are they worth yo…

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Final Fantasy VII Rebirth - With Caleb Van Nice 2:18:43

17d ago2:18:43

2:18:43

Caleb Van Nice returns to the Neighborhood to chat with Andrew about the latest game in the Final Fantasy VII Remake trilogy, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth! They spend the first part of the episode discussing updates to the game when compared to Final Fantasy VII Remake as well as the much larger scope and sillier tone. In the back half of the conversa…

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84: Controversies in Celiac Disease with Dr. Jason Tye-Din 1:00:47

23d ago1:00:47

1:00:47

Beyond Celiac spoke with Australian researcher Dr. Jason Tye-Din about a few of the controversies in celiac disease. In this Town Hall, moderated by Director of Scientific Affairs Amy Ratner and Director of Research and Patient Engagement Kate Avery, MPH, Dr. Tye-Din discusses the safety of eating oats, a potential blood test that doesn’t require t…

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Gaming, Writing, and Creating Worlds: Seth Campbell's Journey into Eldritch Depths 1:25:06

24d ago1:25:06

1:25:06

On this episode of Your Friendly Neighborhood Gamers, the talented and passionate Seth Campbell joins hosts Andrew Kimball and Dylan Wren for an exciting conversation. Seth, an avid gamer since his childhood days, shares his love for PlayStation and Nintendo 64 games, along with his favorite titles like Bloodborne, God of War, and Black Flag. He al…

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Excitement over Marvel's Midnight Suns, Diablo IV: Loot Reborn and More - Neighborhood Watch 1:18:58

1M ago1:18:58

1:18:58

Caught in the backlog trap with titles like Midnight Suns and Baldur's Gate 3? We've been there too. We explore the reasons behind our unfinished games and the psychological hurdles that keep them in our libraries. From personal anecdotes of games left on pause to the constant allure of new adventures, we reveal our gaming habits and the emotional …

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Baldur's Gate 3 - Feat. Aubrey Sommer and Braedon Kimball 2:41:07

1M ago2:41:07

2:41:07

Andrew is out this week so Dylan called on both of his siblings to fill in! This week they are discussing Baldur's Gate 3! Baldur's Gate 3 is a 2023 role-playing video game developed and published by Larian Studios. It is the third main installment to the Baldur's Gate series, based on the tabletop fantasy role-playing system of Dungeons & Dragons.…

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Get to Know Sam - Host of the Fake Gamer Girls Podcast 1:51:52

2M ago1:51:52

1:51:52

Welcome back to the neighborhood and thank you so much for listening! On today’s episode we are joined by one of the hosts of the Fake Gamer Girls podcast, a show hosted by three sisters with the goal of creating a space for anyone who has been called a fake gamer, been told they don’t play “real games”, or are just looking for a space to be si…

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83: Talking About Celiac with Liz Purvis from @yeet.that.wheat 56:09

2M ago56:09

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Liz (@yeet.that.wheat) has been living with celiac disease for 4 years and creates content focusing on health equity, advocacy, and living a fulfilling gluten free life. She uses her experience as a Black woman with celiac to talk about being gluten free through an intersectional lens. Through social media, she aims to create a supportive community…

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Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice - with Aubrey Sommer 1:39:07

2M ago1:39:07

1:39:07

Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice is an action-adventure game developed and published by Ninja Theory. Set in a dark fantasy world inspired by Norse mythology and Celtic culture, the game follows Senua, a Pict warrior who must make her way to Helheim in order to rescue the soul of her dead lover from the goddess Hela. Self-described as an "independent A…

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Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, Sker Ritual, & Helldivers 2 - Neighborhood Watch 1:12:01

2M ago1:12:01

1:12:01

Dark Souls Month is over and we are back with another Neighborhood Watch! This time we are discussing Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, Sker Ritual, Helldivers 2, and Rimworld Anomaly! Come catch up with us as we get back to our regularly scheduled programming. What have you been playing lately? Let us know by joining our Discord server with the link belo…

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FromSoftware and Soulslikes - Our Community's Thoughts 1:23:01

2M ago1:23:01

1:23:01

The community surrounding FromSoftware, is a passionate one. It is a testament to the impact of From’s games such as Elden Ring, Dark Souls, Bloodborne, and Sekiro. The members of this community share a common love for the challenging, immersive worlds that FromSoftware creates, and their interactions extend beyond the games themselves, fostering a…

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Which FromSoftware Game Is The Best? - Ranking The Souls-Style Games 1:34:58

2M ago1:34:58

1:34:58

The Japanese game development studio FromSoftware, has carved out a unique niche in the gaming industry with its distinctive approach to game design. They are renowned for pioneering the ‘Soulslike’ genre, which emphasizes challenging gameplay, minimal hand holding, and a deep sense of accomplishment upon overcoming difficult obstacles. The storyte…

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Dark Souls III 2:24:20

3M ago2:24:20

2:24:20

As fires fade and the world falls into ruin, developer FROMSOFTWARE and director Hidetaka Miyazaki continue their critically-acclaimed and genre-defining series with Dark Souls III. Fans and newcomers alike will get lost in the game's hallmark rewarding gameplay and immersive graphics. Now only embers remain… Dark Souls III is an action role-playin…

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Dark Souls II 2:15:45

3M ago2:15:45

2:15:45

Developed by FROM SOFTWARE, Dark Souls II is the highly anticipated sequel to the grueling 2011 breakout hit Dark Souls. The unique old-school action RPG experience captivated imaginations of gamers worldwide with incredible challenge and intense emotional reward. Dark Souls II brings the franchise’s renowned obscurity & gripping gameplay innovatio…

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Dark Souls 2:34:21

3M ago2:34:21

2:34:21

Prepare for a new, despair-inducing world, with a vast, fully-explorable horizon and vertically-oriented landforms. Prepare for a new, mysterious story, centered around the world of Lodran, but most of all, prepare to die. You will face countless murderous traps, countless darkly grotesque mobs and several gargantuan, supremely powerful demons and …

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35 Video Game Questions - with Aubrey, Abi, and Delaney 2:28:46

3M ago2:28:46

2:28:46

On this episode of Your Friendly Neighborhood Gamers, Andrew and Dylan are joined by some very special guests in order to take things back to the days of Level Playing Field! Aubrey, Abi, and Delaney join the show to answer 35 video game questions while enjoying some adult beverages. Obviously chaos ensues, and obviously Andrew regrets it all when …

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82: Minisode with Alice Bast and Casey Walters 15:54

4M ago15:54

15:54

In this minisode of Celiac Straight Talk, Beyond Celiac CEO Alice Bast speaks with Casey Walters about the challenges of having a young child with celiac disease. Alice’s personal journey as a celiac disease survivor and champion for research in this field, coupled with her prior experience of more than two decades in healthcare business developmen…

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Bridging the Gap Between Triple A and Indie Games 1:07:11

4M ago1:07:11

1:07:11

Join hosts Andrew Kimball and Dylan Wren on this episode of Your Friendly Neighborhood Gamers as they delve into the captivating realm of double A (AA) video games. As the industry experiences a shift in talent and a rise in mid-tier game development, our hosts explore the impact on the gaming landscape and the attention now given to these unique t…

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81: A 90s Retrospective with Amy Ratner 42:07

4M ago42:07

42:07

Amy Ratner joined Beyond Celiac in 2016 as the medical and science news analyst to provide coverage of celiac disease research news. She has extensive experience reporting on and writing about celiac disease. She was editor-in-chief, associate editor and contributing editor for 23 years at Gluten-Free Living magazine, where her work touched on all …

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Super Mario Bros. Wonder - Featuring Joe Sommer (and Special Guest) 1:09:37

4M ago1:09:37

1:09:37

On this episode of the podcast, Andrew is joined by his new brother-in-law, Joe Sommer! They discuss the latest game in the 2D Mario series, Super Mario Bros. Wonder! Everything from the Wonder Flowers, to the playable characters, to the fresh art-style and personality of the game is talked about. At the end of the conversation they give their verd…

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Gaming Subscriptions and the Streaming Future 1:03:49

4M ago1:03:49

1:03:49

In this episode of Your Friendly Neighborhood Gamers, hosts Dylan Wren and Andrew Kimball delve deep into the world of gaming subscriptions. The hosts explore the value of Xbox Gamepass and its potential impact on traditional game purchases. They also discuss the rising prices of games and the sustainability of such high costs for consumers, emphas…

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Sea of Thieves, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, and Xbox Drama - Neighborhood Watch 1:10:37

4M ago1:10:37

1:10:37

On this episode of the Neighborhood Watch, Andrew and Dylan break down the recent Xbox drama and the overreaction from the gaming community. Then, they dive into the list of games they've been playing recently. Andrew has been playing Super Smash Bros. Ultimate with his daughter while Dylan had been vibing in Sea of Thieves. They have also each bee…

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80: Town Hall with Dr. Debra Silberg and Dr. Jordan Dubow 59:52

4M ago59:52

59:52

In winter of 2023, Beyond Celiac welcomed Debra Silberg, MD, PhD, FACG as our new Chief Scientific Officer and Jordan Dubow, MD, as our new Chief Medical Officer. In this Town Hall, Dr. Silberg and Dr. Dubow unpack their backgrounds and what’s in store for Beyond Celiac research in 2024, as well as a Q&A segment about celiac disease. Discussions in…

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Final Fantasy VII Remake - With Caleb Van Nice 1:55:52

5M ago1:55:52

1:55:52

On this episode of "Your Friendly Neighborhood Gamers," host Andrew Kimball dives into the world of Final Fantasy VII Remake with guest Caleb Van Nice. They dissect the challenges of translation in video games, delve into the visual and narrative elements of the game, and discuss the incredible and intricate combat system. Andrew and Caleb express …

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Interviewing Kevin, Host of the Gamer Parents Podcast 59:24

5M ago59:24

59:24

This week on the show, the FN Gamers are joined by the host of the Gamer Parents Podcast, Kevin! They discuss the rewards and challenges of podcasting and streaming while also taking care of their family responsibilities. Kevin shares the motivations behind his content and that at the end of the day, he enjoys doing something he loves with his wife…

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Reminiscing About Rock Band (and Guitar Hero) 1:11:53

5M ago1:11:53

1:11:53

In this episode of Your Friendly Neighborhood Gamers, hosts Dylan Wren and Andrew Kimball delve into the world of music rhythm games with a focus on the iconic series, Rock Band. They explore the challenges and delights of finding high-quality instrument controllers, as well as the social dynamics of playing alongside friends and family. You can al…

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Two Great RPGs, Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot and Baldur's Gate 3 - Neighborhood Watch 1:33:21

5M ago1:33:21

1:33:21

The neighborhood watch is back! On this episode Andrew and Dylan talk about a bunch of fun games they've been enjoying over the last month or so! Dylan gives some thoughts on Baldur's Gate 3 and how he'll probably never stop playing it. Andrew has been filling in the gaps of his Dragon Ball Z knowledge by playing through Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot and …

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Fantasy Football But It's For Nerds -The FN Fantasy Critic League 2024 1:11:18

6M ago1:11:18

1:11:18

Andrew and Dylan are joined by Eric and Phil from The Wait For It podcast and Stefan (Eric's brother) to talk about the results of the 2023 Fantasy Critic League and to draft for the 2024 league! Jay Davis of Super Bracket Bros is also part of the league this year but couldn't make it to the recording. It's looking like it's going to be an exciting…

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79: New Insights into How Gluten Causes Damage with Dr. Arnold Han 59:34

6M ago59:34

59:34

Arnold Han, MD PhD, of Columbia University, was awarded the 2022 Beyond Celiac and SSCD Early Career Investigator Grant to investigate the role of CD8 T-cells in celiac disease. Thus far, Dr. Han’s innovative research has found more precise ways that gluten sets off damage to the intestine in those who have celiac disease, which he believes could h…

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Results for 2023 and New Predictions for 2024 1:34:41

6M ago1:34:41

1:34:41

Last year Andrew and Dylan made predictions about things they thought would happen in 2023. Now it's time to look back and see who was correct! Whichever host got the most predictions correct gets to choose a game for the other to play. Once they have finished it, they will record an episode about it. Along with that, it's time to make predictions …

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The Third Annual FN Game Awards 1:27:33

6M ago1:27:33

1:27:33

**Lies of P Spoilers** check the timestamps below. It's time once again for the annual FN Game Awards! Andrew and Dylan give out awards to the games they played this last year. Awards such as, best art-style, best villain, biggest letdown, and so many more! We hope everyone had a great holiday season and we appreciate you listening to the show! Tim…

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Game of the Year 2023 1:34:19

6M ago1:34:19

1:34:19

On this episode of the podcast Andrew and Dylan share their top 10 games of 2023! Along with that, they also go over the various "year in review" data from Nintendo, PlayStation, and Xbox. We hope you enjoy and we hope you also had a wonderful year of gaming in 2023! TIME STAMPS GOTY talk starts at 29:20 WEBSITE https://www.fngamers.com/ DISCORD ht…

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The Unforgiving Wheel of Christmas Songs - A SBBCU Holiday Special 1:39:24

7M ago1:39:24

1:39:24

It's time once again for the Super Bracket Bros, The Friendly Neighborhood Gamers, Game of Groans, and The Wait For It podcast to gather around a holiday topic and argue about it. This year the gang aims to find out what the best Christmas song of all time is. It goes about as well as you would expect... Check out the playlist of songs that were de…

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Episode 100 1:23:05

7M ago1:23:05

1:23:05

Join Andrew and Dylan for a very special milestone episode as they take a look back over the past year and answer some questions from the community! WEBSITE https://www.fngamers.com/ DISCORD https://discord.gg/euhEYZxC58 TWITTER https://twitter.com/F_N_Gamerz INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/yourfriendlyneighborhoodgamers/ YOUTUBE https://www.yo…

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Remnant II 1:10:54

7M ago1:10:54

1:10:54

On this episode of Your Friendly Neighborhood Gamers Andrew and Dylan take a deep dive into Remnant 2. Remnant 2 is a third-person shooter action role-playing video game developed by Gunfire Games and published by Gearbox Publishing. A sequel to Remnant: From the Ashes, the game was released for PlayStation 5, Windows and Xbox Series X/S on July 25…

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78: Interview with Jackson Dunckel 26:14

7M ago26:14

26:14

In this episode of Celiac Straight Talk, Beyond Celiac CEO Alice Bast interviews Jackson Dunckel, CFO of AMG, an eco-friendly manufacturing company. Jackson shares his celiac story in a candid conversation, from his delayed diagnosis in 2002 to managing his health today. In particular, Jackson shares his perspective as a long-time diagnosed man man…

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Geoff Keighley's Game Awards 2023 1:23:22

7M ago1:23:22

1:23:22

Welcome back to the neighborhood, on this episode Andrew and Dylan are talking about the 2023 Game Awards! The Game Awards is an annual awards ceremony honoring achievements in the video game industry. Established in 2014, the show is produced and hosted by game journalist Geoff Keighley, who worked on its predecessor, the Spike Video Game Awards, …

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77: When We're Not Podcasting... 20:56

7M ago20:56

20:56

In this episode, Beyond Celiac staff recount our recent accomplishments and projects—when we aren't podcasting, you can rest assured that we are working hard to improve the lives of celiac disease patients everywhere! This episode is a recording from our in-person Community Summit event, which happened September 30, 2023 in Greenwich, Connecticut. …

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Assassin's Creed Mirage and Destiny 2 Disappoint While Remnant 2 and Evil West are Great! - Neighborhood Watch 1:27:05

7M ago1:27:05

1:27:05

This is a big episode of the Neighborhood Watch! On this episode, Andrew and Dylan talk about how much fun they are having playing Remnant 2 together! Andrew also talks about how great Evil West and Cyberpunk 2077 Phantom Liberty are. Dylan played Cocoon and had a great time as well. But it can't all be nice, Andrew started playing Assassin's Creed…

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76: Interview with 3rd Hour of Today Co-host Dylan Dreyer 16:11

7M ago16:11

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In this heartfelt episode of Celiac Straight Talk, join Beyond Celiac CEO Alice Bast as she sits down with special guest Dylan Dreyer, beloved co-host of the 3rd hour of TODAY. The conversation delves into a candid exploration of Dylan's journey when her six-year-old son, Calvin, was diagnosed with celiac disease. From the initial shock of the diag…

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The Marvel's Spider-Man 2 Crossover Event Part One - Featuring The Wait For It Podcast 1:09:19

7M ago1:09:19

1:09:19

Welcome to Your Friendly Neighborhood Gamers! In this episode, our host Andrew Kimball is joined by guests Phil Smith and Eric Serna from the Wait For It Podcast to dive spoiler-free into the thrilling world of Marvel's Spider-Man 2. In part one of this two-part discussion, the trio delves into the game's exciting stealth mechanics, the joy of web-…

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The Game Awards Nominees, Armored Core 6, Super Mario Bros. Wonder and More! - Neighborhood Watch 1:08:26

8M ago1:08:26

1:08:26

This week Andrew and Dylan share their thoughts on the recent nominees for The Game Awards. They discuss who they think will win, confusing categories, games that are missing, and more. After that they dive into the games they've been playing recently. Andrew has played and beaten Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon and Super Mario Bros. Wonder. Dylan…

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The Games of Our Childhood - With Aubrey Kimball 1:27:24

8M ago1:27:24

1:27:24

Aubrey is back in the neighborhood to chat with Andrew about the games that defined their childhood. Dylan couldn't make it this week so it was the perfect opportunity for two siblings to sit down and reminisce about all of the great games they played during their early years. They discuss educational games like Reader Rabbit and Hades Challenge. T…

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75: The Empowered Patient with guest TV Personality Jenna Wolfe 22:02

8M ago22:02

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This episode of Celiac Straight Talk is a dive deep into inspiring stories and advocacy for health and wellness. In this thought-provoking episode, Beyond Celiac CEO Alice Bast sits down with renowned TV personality Jenna Wolfe for a candid discussion on patient empowerment. Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe to stay updated on all things c…

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"Bad" Games That We Love 1:18:18

8M ago1:18:18

1:18:18

On this episode of Your Friendly Neighborhood Gamers, hosts Dylan Wren and Andrew Kimball delve into the world of bad games that they love. From "scary" dialogue to unimpressive shooting mechanics, they explore games like "Mafia 3" and "Call of Cthulhu" that may not have received high review scores but still hold a special place in their hearts. Th…

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74: Living Your Best Gluten-Free Life 59:37

8M ago59:37

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This is a recording of the "Living Your Best Gluten-Free Life" panel from our 2023 Community Summity. It features four gluten-free influencers, Phil, Liz, Erin and Emily, discussing how they've tackled their health conditions and thrived on the gluten-free diet. Phil is the creator behind @PhilHatesGluten, a popular TikTok and Instagram account. He…

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Interviewing Matthew Bliss - Professional Podcast Editor and Host of The Dead Drop Gaming News Podcast 1:44:32

8M ago1:44:32

1:44:32

In this episode of Your Friendly Neighborhood Gamers, hosts Dylan Wren and Andrew Kimball interview Matthew Bliss, a professional podcast editor and host of The Dead Drop Gaming News Podcast. Matthew shares insights into his journey as a podcast editor and the development of his own shows. He discusses the origins of The Dead Drop Gaming News Podca…

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