Best Hilfe Podcasts (2025)

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HILF 93 - Catherine the Great, Part Two with Kelly Vrooman 1:25:45

5d ago1:25:45

1:25:45

Return with Dawn and guest, improvisor Kelly Vrooman, as they follow Catherine the Great from the dramatic coup that brought her power, through her rein as The Last Empress of Russia. Forbidden pregnancies, secret letters, and of course... that whole thing with the horse that allegedly fucked her death. --- ✅ Listen to Catherine the Great, Part One…

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Episode 479: Tom Brady's Pokemon Scientist 1:10:18

6h ago1:10:18

1:10:18

Balex is back, so you know we got games to talk about. We're looking at some early Hyrule Warriors Age of Imprisonment impressions. Plus more Pokemon ZA and Ball x Pit convo!Hosted by Perry Burkum (@PBurkum), Casey Gibson (@case_jets), Alex Culafi (@culafia)(0:00:10) Hellos(0:04:38) Hyrule Warriors: Age Of Imprisonment(0:30:52) Pokemon Legends: Z-A…

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Getting ready for a visit to the market | A Coffee Break with Thomas 10:53

24m ago10:53

10:53

It’s market season! 🇨🇭🧅 In this short and cheerful episode, Thomas takes us to Bern for one of the country’s most famous traditions — the Zibelemärit, or Onion Market. Discover how this colourful event transforms the city into a sea of onions and learn some useful German market phrases along the way. From ordering Glühwein to asking for regionale P…

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Ep. 414 - Insert Credit Does Not Endorse Drunk Driving 57:45

3h ago57:45

57:45

Our beloved heroes convene for games that are clearly psyops, the Rocky Horror Picture Show of video games, and the shocking return of the Improv Zone. Hosted by Alex Jaffe, with Frank Cifaldi, Ash Parrish, and Brandon Sheffield. Edited by Esper Quinn, original music by Kurt Feldman. Watch episodes with full video on YouTube Discuss this episode in…

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Episode 478: Halloween in November 1:12:15

7h ago1:12:15

1:12:15

It's the best episode of the year, that's right... TNP x Radio Trivia!!Hosted by Perry Burkum (@PBurkum), Casey Gibson (@case_jets), Alex Culafi (@culafia)(0:00:10) Radio Trivia(0:52:10) Good Bye Thank you for listening! We can tell that you are a good-looking person.Peep the discord: https://discord.gg/XPByvgvByQPlease write in to the show at TNPm…

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Bonus Episode: Clues Explained - Die große Coffee Break Schatzsuche 10:16

11d ago10:16

10:16

We're back with a special bonus episode of the Great Coffee Break Treasure Hunt! Join us for a detailed explanation of this year's Treasure Hunt clues. Sit back, relax and enjoy listening to this episode on your next coffee break. ☕️ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Ep. 413 - Men Be Shopping, with Pro_Kesadia 1:05:16

3d ago1:05:16

1:05:16

Streamer and esports commentator Pro_Kesadia joins the panel to cover Halo on PlayStation, 4th-party game studios, and the Knife Economy. Hosted by Alex Jaffe, with Frank Cifaldi, Ash Parrish, Brandon Sheffield, and Pro_Kesadia. Edited by Esper Quinn, original music by Kurt Feldman. Watch episodes with full video on YouTube Discuss this episode in …

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Episode 477: Once Upon A Ball Pit 1:06:31

5d ago1:06:31

1:06:31

We're talking more Pokemon plus Katamari Impressions!Hosted by Perry Burkum (@PBurkum), Casey Gibson (@case_jets), Alex Culafi (@culafia)(0:00:10) Intros and Hellos Thank you for listening! We can tell that you are a good-looking person.Peep the discord: https://discord.gg/XPByvgvByQPlease write in to the show at [email protected] us @TalkN…

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HILF 92 - Catherine the Great with Kelly Vrooman 1:14:55

19d ago1:14:55

1:14:55

Join Dawn and the hilarious, Kelly Vrooman, as they saddle up with Catherine the Great. Hear how a young German girl in middle-nobility finds herself the Last Empress of Russia. You'll love the torrid story of Catherine's rise, you'll fall for at least one of her many lovers, and find out why she is well-remembered as one of the HILF-iest HILFs of …

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Ep. 412 - Specdracular 2025 1:17:42

13d ago1:17:42

1:17:42

Fearsome Frank Cifaldi, Ash And Bones Parrish, and Brandon Deathfield mash through FMV horror games, nepo babies, and a surprising Alucard cameo in the spookiest episode of the year. Hosted by Alex Jaffe, with Frank Cifaldi, Ash Parrish, and Brandon Sheffield. Edited by Esper Quinn, original music by Kurt Feldman. Watch episodes with full video on …

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Clue #4 (Deutsch) | The Great Coffee Break Treasure Hunt 2025 10:10

11d ago10:10

10:10

We have reached the last clue of our virtual treasure hunt - Die große Coffee Break Schatzsuche 2025 - which will lead us to the final location! Test your German and detective skills as we reveal everything you need to know to determine the last destination. Remember to submit your entry form listing the location from each episode to be in with a c…

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Episode 476: Still Can't Afford Voice Acting 1:09:32

13d ago1:09:32

1:09:32

We got an OG cast since Balex is on a boat. But we do some ramblin before diving into a juicy Pokemon ZA discussion.Hosted by Perry Burkum (@PBurkum), Casey Gibson (@case_jets), Alex Culafi (@culafia)(0:00:10) Intros and Hellos (0:04:58) Ramblin(0:10:48) Pokemon Legends ZA(1:04:57) Good ByeThank you for listening! We can tell that you are a good-lo…

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Clue #3 (Deutsch) | The Great Coffee Break Treasure Hunt 2025 11:40

13d ago11:40

11:40

It's time for the third clue of Die große Coffee Break Schatzsuche 2025, our virtual treasure hunt across Europe! Using the interesting facts we provide, and your language skills, can you work out where checkpoint number three is? In case you missed it - everyone who correctly identifies the four mystery locations will win a free month's subscripti…

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Clue #2 (Deutsch) | The Great Coffee Break Treasure Hunt 2025 11:26

23d ago11:26

11:26

We're back with the next episode of Die große Coffee Break Schatzsuche 2025, our virtual treasure hunt across Europe! Join us as we reveal clue number two which takes us one step closer to our final location. As we continue through this mini series we'll discover further clues to help you solve the mystery. Remember, you could be in with a chance o…

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Clue #1 (Deutsch) | The Great Coffee Break Treasure Hunt 2025 12:58

18d ago12:58

12:58

Welcome to the first episode of Die große Coffee Break Schatzsuche 2025, our virtual treasure hunt across Europe! Join us in this first episode as we reveal the initial clue. As you continue through this mini series you’ll discover further clues, solve the mystery and practise your German. For further details about how you can take part, click here…

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Ep. 411 - Zebrataur, with Colin Spacetwinks 1:18:53

20d ago1:18:53

1:18:53

Writer and photographer Colin Spacetwinks joins the panel to talk about discovering new games, games for furries, and the correct pronunciation of FIFA. Hosted by Alex Jaffe, with Ash Parrish, Esper Quinn, Brandon Sheffield, and Colin Spacetwinks. Edited by Esper Quinn, original music by Kurt Feldman. Watch episodes with full video on YouTube Discu…

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Episode 475: The Economics of Rippin' 1:17:44

1M ago1:17:44

1:17:44

We got a duo show this week, but we still got plenty of games to talk about (yes that means Alex is present)!Hosted by Perry Burkum (@PBurkum), Casey Gibson (@case_jets), Alex Culafi (@culafia)(0:00:10) Intros and Hellos (0:13:00) Yooka-Replaylee(0:33:24) CloverPit(0:40:27) Pokemon TCG Pocket(0:54:42) Outro and GoodbyesThank you for listening! We c…

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Announcing the Coffee Break Treasure Hunt 2025 1:51

20d ago1:51

1:51

New mini-series! Starting on Monday 20th October, join Mark and the Coffee Break German Team for a virtual treasure hunt across Europe, in which we'll discover clues, solve the mystery and practise our German. But this is not just a language lesson – it's a competition! By taking part you could win some amazing prizes which will help you take your …

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'Viel' or 'Viele'? Talking about quantities in German | A Coffee Break with Thomas 11:46

22d ago11:46

11:46

In this short episode, Thomas gives you a quick lesson on talking about quantities in German! ☕✨ We’ll cover the tricky difference between viel (for uncountable nouns) and viele (for countable nouns), plus some handy related words like wenig/wenige, manche or jede Menge. You’ll hear clear examples, practise a few short exercises, and pick up some g…

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HILF 91 - Frankenstein with Helen Shephard [ RE-RELEASE ] 1:24:41

1M ago1:24:41

1:24:41

Mary Shelley began writing her novel, Frankenstein, in 1816 when she was only 17 years old. Today it remains one of the most-assigned books of all time, finding it's way into classes ranging from Law to Scientific Ethics to Fashion to Politics. As a new film by Guillermo del Toro is set to debut on Netflix, re-join Dawn for the episode that started…

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Ep. 410 - Games Somerton, with Mathew Kumar 1:06:40

27d ago1:06:40

1:06:40

Writer and developer Mathew Kumar guest hosts the panel, covering the Balatro of coin flips, Bitmap Books bad decisions, and especially crude actions performed by Rabbids. Hosted by Mathew Kumar, with Frank Cifaldi, Ash Parrish, and Brandon Sheffield. Edited by Esper Quinn, original music by Kurt Feldman. Watch episodes with full video on YouTube D…

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Episode 474: Silent Hilf 1:23:48

1M ago1:23:48

1:23:48

This week, we got Yooka-Replaylee, Hades II, Castle of Heart: Retold, and Silent Hill f. Enjoy!Hosted by Perry Burkum (@PBurkum), Casey Gibson (@case_jets), Alex Culafi (@culafia)(0:00:10) Intros and Hellos (0:14:58) Yooka-Replaylee(0:28:40) Silent Hilf(0:45:40) Castle Of Heart Retold(0:52:10) Hades II(1:04:20) The EndThank you for listening! We ca…

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Choosing the "right" thank you in German | A Coffee Break with Thomas 9:48

1M ago9:48

9:48

In this Coffee Break German mini-episode, Thomas shares a quick and friendly guide to expressing gratitude in German. ☕🙏 We’ll explore the usual Danke, along with many other options depending on the situation and if you are talking to a police officer, an old friend or your colleagues at work. With short examples and a touch of humour, this episode…

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Ep. 409 - Silent Hilf 1:09:56

1M ago1:09:56

1:09:56

Frank Cifaldi, Ash Parrish, and Brandon Sheffield cover Silent Hill f, the sacrifice of EA to the monster of private capital, and thirty PlayStation hot takes. Hosted by Esper Quinn, with Frank Cifaldi, Ash Parrish, and Brandon Sheffield. Edited by Esper Quinn, original music by Kurt Feldman. Watch episodes with full video on YouTube Discuss this e…

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Episode 473: The Consequences Of Beating Your Chest Like A Gorilla 54:15

1M ago54:15

54:15

Another OG Cast for ya featuring some Silent Hill f, Trails in the Sky, plus more!Hosted by Perry Burkum (@PBurkum), Casey Gibson (@case_jets), Alex Culafi (@culafia)(0:00:10) Intros and Hellos (0:02:40) Pokemon, Food, Etc (0:17:50) Trails Chapter One (0:39:00) Silent Hill f(0:49:10) The EndThank you for listening! We can tell that you are a good-l…

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The Nullartikel in German | A Coffee Break with Thomas 10:21

1M ago10:21

10:21

In this mini-episode, Thomas helps you unlock the mystery of the Nullartikel, when German nouns don’t need an article! ☕💡 We’ll look at examples from meals, professions, languages, and abstract ideas, and show how dropping the article can make your German sound more natural. With short, practical examples and a few exercises, you’ll quickly get a f…

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Stay calm and criticize! - On the connections between enlightenment, wisdom, and political criticism (English podcast) 1:10:41

1M ago1:10:41

1:10:41

Send us a text English Description (German below) Guest: Willi Goetschel One of the key figures of the Enlightenment was Königsberg-born philosopher Immanuel Kant. The influential thinker once spoke of his age as the true “age of criticism, to which everything must submit.” His critiques are examinations of both the possibilities and limits of huma…

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HILF 90 - The Black Dahlia Murder with Kaycee Conlee 1:23:37

2M ago1:23:37

1:23:37

On a chilly January morning in 1947, officers arrived to what they were told was "a broken mannequin" lying in a field. They discovered instead, the body of a woman cut completely in half at the waist. She lay naked and drained of blood, her two halves a foot apart, arms draped almost elegantly over her head. Yikes, right? Nearly 80 years later, th…

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Ep. 408 - Nacho Cheevos, with Merritt K, Simone de Rochefort, and Liz Ryerson 1:00:07

1M ago1:00:07

1:00:07

Special guests Simone de Rochefort, Liz Ryerson, and merritt k have a very normal episode discussing obscure Doom wads, action game brand deals for jeans, and sending celebrities to Silent Hill. Hosted by Alex Jaffe, with Merritt K, Simone de Rochefort, and Liz Ryerson. Edited by Esper Quinn, original music by Kurt Feldman. Watch episodes with full…

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Episode 472: TNP, Just Like It Used To Be 1:22:44

2M ago1:22:44

1:22:44

We've got the true OG cast today and we're all over the board talking a plethora of games!Hosted by Perry Burkum (@PBurkum), Casey Gibson (@case_jets), Alex Culafi (@culafia)(0:00:10) Intros and Hellos (0:04:30) Wander Stars (0:12:59) Silksong (0:25:19) Everybody's Golf Hot Shots (0:35:05) Baby Steps (0:44:56) Blippo (0:50:15) Hades II (0:57:03) Fi…

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Autumn in German | A Coffee Break with Thomas 6:07

1M ago6:07

6:07

Autumn is here, and in this lesson, Thomas takes you through the cosy world of German autumn words and expressions! 🍂☕ We’ll explore terms for leaves, harvest, and seasonal fun, plus idiomatic expressions you might not find in a dictionary. From talking about falling leaves to phrases used during harvest time, you’ll learn vocabulary that’s perfect…

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Ep. 407 - Generosity Friend, with Lucy James 1:01:38

2M ago1:01:38

1:01:38

Gamespot’s Lucy James joins the panel to cover the Nintendo Direct, $100,000 collector’s editions of games, and being friends with Sonic characters. Hosted by Alex Jaffe, with Frank Cifaldi, Ash Parrish, and Lucy James. Edited by Esper Quinn, original music by Kurt Feldman. Watch episodes with full video on YouTube Discuss this episode in the Inser…

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Episode 471: Baby's First Gambling Sponsorship 55:38

2M ago55:38

55:38

Jerruh's a new Pa... again#. But we still got a nice little episode for everyone!Hosted by Perry Burkum (@PBurkum), Casey Gibson (@case_jets), Alex Culafi (@culafia)(0:00:10) Intros and Hellos(0:04:58) Baki Hanma: Blood Arena(0:21:19) Trails in the Sky 1st Demo(0:36:25) Outros and GoodbyesThank you for listening! We can tell that you are a good-loo…

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3 fun German expressions about 'Hitze' & 'Sonne' | A Coffee Break with Thomas 8:20

2M ago8:20

8:20

Here is a short mini-lesson to keep your German ticking over until we launch our next podcast series. In today’s mini lesson, we’re joined by Thomas from the Coffee Break German team to explore three expressions related to Hitze and Sonne☀️🔥 So, whether you're planning a summer trip or just enjoying the sunshine at home, this lesson will add some s…

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HILF 89 - George Washington with Ryan Keeley [HILF Public School - RECORDED LIVE] 1:26:01

2M ago1:26:01

1:26:01

It's July 3rd, 2025 and Dawn can hardly contain herself as she invites the audience at Flappers Comedy Club to fall down the rabbit hole of history along with her, LIVE! She is joined in this HILF-ing by two special guests: comedian Lauren Harding, who get's down with King George III; and then by America's favorite step-mom Ryan Keeley who helps Da…

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Ep. 406 - Sextuple A, with Esper Quinn 1:01:13

2M ago1:01:13

1:01:13

Podcast Editor and Game Industry Analyst Esper Quinn joins the panel to cover why Silksong’s price doesn’t matter, what the A’s in AAAAA-Game stand for, and the Loudness War. Hosted by Alex Jaffe, with Frank Cifaldi, Ash Parrish, Brandon Sheffield, and Esper Quinn. Edited by Esper Quinn, original music by Kurt Feldman. Watch episodes with full vide…

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Episode 470: Don't Sleep On Dinkum 1:50:27

2M ago1:50:27

1:50:27

Nintendo Direct Reacts, wooooo!Hosted by Perry Burkum (@PBurkum), Casey Gibson (@case_jets), Alex Culafi (@culafia)(0:00:10) Hello(0:02:40) Silksong(0:21:41) Mr. E History(0:49:16) Direct ImpressionsThank you for listening! We can tell that you are a good-looking person.Peep the discord: https://discord.gg/XPByvgvByQPlease write in to the show at T…

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Ep. 405 - Rear Tickle 1:04:37

2M ago1:04:37

1:04:37

The panel discusses the best pixel artists, Clair Obscur’s greatest weakness, and In Which Lake Is Carmen Sandiego? Hosted by Alex Jaffe, with Frank Cifaldi, Ash Parrish, and Brandon Sheffield. Edited by Esper Quinn, original music by Kurt Feldman. Watch episodes with full video on YouTube Discuss this episode in the Insert Credit Forums SHOW NOTES…

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Episode 469: Are You Gonna Play Hollow Knight 2 1:06:24

2M ago1:06:24

1:06:24

We got a few games to talk about this week including the freshly released Kirby and the Forgotten Land!Hosted by Perry Burkum (@PBurkum), Casey Gibson (@case_jets), Alex Culafi (@culafia)(0:00:10) Heelo(0:01:15) Balex's Book(0:10:53) Mr. E History(0:29:05) Kirby 60 FPS Edition(0:46:47) Lode Runner Legacy(0:50:51) Shuten Order(0:57:32) FinThank you …

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How to maximise your language learning every day | A Coffee Break with Mark 16:41

2M ago16:41

16:41

In this espresso episode, join Mark as he shares practical tips to help you make the most of the little moments in your day and turn them into powerful opportunities for language learning! 💪 Discover how his recent trip to Slovenia taught him how his small interactions can help you build confidence and momentum in your learning. You’ll also get a t…

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