Best IV Shadow Podcasts (2024)

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🔒 266: Finding the Sacred in All Shadow [Embracing Anxiety, Ambiguity & Ambivalence as a Grown-A** Adult- Part IV of IV] 36:57

3d ago36:57

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Subscriber-only episode Send us a Positive Review! In this final episode of a four-part series, Val and Nathan focus on how embracing AMBIVALENCE is evidence of radical, spiritual growth. In the context of this conversation, ambivalence is less about indecision and more about embracing paradox--the dark and the light-- within each soul, each idea, …

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267: Avoiding True Connection to Prevent Family Disconnection [The Complicated Journey of a Faith-Expanding Parent of Traditionally-Believing Posterity-Part I of IV] 54:35

5h ago54:35

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Send us a Positive Review! In this series Val is joined by therapist, colleague and friend Liz MacDonald to dive deeply into the world of the faith expanding Latter-day Saint with more traditionally believing adult children. They explore the unique stressors of this parent/child dynamic when the parent “goes first” on a faith journey, their fears, …

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Episode 43: The Ultimate Gaming News. Tencent and Ubisoft Merger, Diablo IV, and Hurricane Relief Speed Gamers 1:05:51

7h ago1:05:51

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In this episode of Disgruntled Middle-Aged Gamers, we discuss the potential Tencent and Ubisoft buyout and what it means for the gaming landscape. We'll also check in on Juan Linietsky from Godot and his stance on staying non-political. We dive into the upcoming Diablo IV: Vessel of Hatred expansion and highlight Games Done Quick's upcoming speedru…

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'Creed' (feat. The Lady-Wan of Screen Run) 1:03:05

23h ago1:03:05

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After Rocky Balboa restored the franchise to its former glory — winning back fans and critics who were left cold after Rocky V — it really had seemed like this time the world had seen the last of Sylvester Stallone's iconic character. But that was before director Ryan Coogler got involved. Coogler is now best known for the cultural phenomenon that …

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Ep. 250: Everything Turns Grey- Goth Rock vol. VI with Matt Spatial from Now After Nothing 1:53:21

1d ago1:53:21

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This week’s show kicks off our annual celebration of Gothtober in a grand way! Your favorite fiends welcome local Atlanta goth legend Matt Spatial from Now After Nothing who provides us with some tunes that show a true appreciation of the grim and ghastly! That’s right, everything turns grey as they once again explore the dark and ethereal world of…

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248 - Horizon Online, Enshrouded Update, 7.55GHz Overclock, Diablo IV, Dragon Age Veilguard, Deadlock Frogs, Ryzen 7 9800X3D, Shark PC Case, mod corner and more! 1:39:34

1d ago1:39:34

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Horizon Online, coop in Aloy's turf; Enshrounded, huge update coming, we talk about it; The CPU Overclock World Record is set again; CoolerMaster Shark takes a bite out of your PC; Sony New Monitors, 4K & 480Hz; Deadlock, you cheat, you become a frog; Starfield gets a big overhaul mod to upgrade the base game, and more EGP craziness!…

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Episode 32 - Kings Quest IV: The Perils of Rosella & Paul Korman 1:51:53

3d ago1:51:53

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Guess what folks? The season of spookiness is upon us, and your spooky queen PushingUpRoses reins it in with Matt Aukamp, the real-life inspiration for Jack Skellington and their terrifying guest, Paul Korman – The Phantom Fellow himself. Paul talks to us about his newly-released game The Phantom Fellows (available on Steam https://store.steampower…

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Episode 42: Godot Goes Woke, Star Wars Outlaws Goes Broke! 57:27

3d ago57:27

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In this episode of Disgruntled Middle-Aged Gamers, we discuss Ubisoft's massive $850 million investment into Skull and Bones and the CEO's decision to blame gamers for the game's struggles. We also cover the disappointing sales of Star Wars Outlaws, Zelda Echoes of Wisdom dominating presales against The Veilguard, and why hiring unhinged activists …

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265: Leaning Into the Messy! [Embracing Anxiety, Ambiguity & Ambivalence as a Grown A** Adult-Part III of IV] 43:17

7d ago43:17

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Send us a Positive Review! Remember when things were so simple? Back in the day when we were experts on pretty much everything related to life and eternity? Well, if you’re listening to Latter Day Struggles, you’ve likely let that go and are learning to embrace ambiguity. This episode [part three of a four-part series] tackles why certainty is so c…

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Persona 3 Reload 1:12:21

5d ago1:12:21

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Step into the shoes of a transfer student thrust into an unexpected fate when entering the hour "hidden" between one day and the next. Awaken an incredible power and chase the mysteries of the Dark Hour, fight for your friends, and leave a mark on their memories forever. Persona 3 Reload is a captivating reimagining of the genre-defining RPG, rebor…

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Episode 41: Assassin's Creed Shadows DELAYED & PlayStation's BIG DEI Push! 58:05

7d ago58:05

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In this episode of Disgruntled Middle-Aged Gamers, we cover Ubisoft’s latest moves, including their decision to skip the Tokyo Game Show, the delay of AC Shadows to February 2025, and internal challenges facing the company. We also discuss PlayStation's push for DEI, Sweet Baby Inc’s controversial statement, and a cool new Deadlock feature letting …

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🔒 264: Embracing Growth-Oriented Anxiety! [Embracing Anxiety, Ambiguity & Ambivalence as a Grown A** Adult-Part II of IV] 36:09

10d ago36:09

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Subscriber-only episode Send us a Positive Review! In this episode Val and Nathan unpack the difference between the anxiety that makes us sick and the anxiety that comes as we move deeper into our faith journeys. They explore how detecting and letting go of fear-oriented theology, practicing mindfulness, and personally differentiating, helps us man…

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'Rocky Balboa' (feat. film critic Phoenix Clouden) 1:09:59

8d ago1:09:59

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While the story started by Rocky had seemingly come to a close, Sylvester Stallone's dissatisfaction with the fifth film — and perhaps the declining state of his own career — led him to consider bringing his signature character back for just one more fight. And thus, he returned to write, direct and star in Rocky Balboa, released 30 years after the…

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Ep. 249: Shallow Graves: Left For Dead 1:35:15

8d ago1:35:15

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At the end of every year, Kevin does a solo episode celebrating top releases of that year… but there are lots of albums that don’t get picked and they stay sadly on the bloody scribed scroll. This week we resurrect some of the lost souls from the past 4 years. Those left for dead may now rise! What is it we do here at InObscuria? Every show Kevin o…

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247 - AC Shadows, 30th Anv PS5, Silent Hill 2, Metro Awakening VR, Uboat, No Man's Sky and more 1:53:38

10d ago1:53:38

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Assassin's Creed Shadows delayed, Ubisoft disconnect?; the 30th anniversary edition of PS5 is out, good luck getting one; Silent Hill 2 Remake to PS5 only?; Metro Awakening now in VR, we talk about it; Uboat, WW2 submarine sim sandbox, we played it; No Man's Sky; New Steam record; New Quest 3S VR and more! Join our Discord: ⁠https://discord.gg/extr…

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Episode 31 - Broken Sword: Shadow of the Templars 1:46:56

10d ago1:46:56

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Paris in the fall holds many memories for Matt and Roses. Memories of pushing their “woke” propaganda. Memories of pickles and olives. Before we do our DEEP DIVE into the classic GRAND ADVENTURE from Revolution Software, Broken Sword: Shadow of the Templars, we talk about our new Stardew-like obsession with Fields of Mistria. Who is your new romanc…

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Episode 40: Ubisoft SKIPS Tokyo Game Show! State of Play Preview & More 40:58

10d ago40:58

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In Episode 40 of Disgruntled Middle-Aged Gamers, we discuss Ubisoft’s surprising decision to skip the Tokyo Game Show and what that could mean for their upcoming titles. We also give a sneak peek into the next State of Play and share our thoughts on the most anticipated reveals. Plus, more gaming news and insights you won’t want to miss!…

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263: How you Know You ARE Spiritually Growing Up! [Embracing Anxiety, Ambiguity & Ambivalence as a Grown-A** Adult-Part I of IV] 35:19

15d ago35:19

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Send us a Positive Review! Join Val and Nathan in this fast-paced 4-part conversation walking you through some hard evidence that you ARE, in fact, growing up! This series tackles why humans long for certainty, and how early life is mainly focused on avoiding anxiety. It goes on to help you see that the faith journey offers you all of the ingredien…

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Episode 39: Dragon Age Dilemma and Star Wars Theory Showdown 55:17

14d ago55:17

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In this episode of Disgruntled Middle-Aged Gamers, we dive into the controversial Dragon Age character creator and why it missed the mark on diversity, especially for female characters. We also discuss the latest "professional victim" drama between Paul Tassi and SWT, where Tassi criticizes SWT's community. Then, we break down the massive $400 mill…

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🔒 262: Ask Val Anything: Finding Courage to Define My Own Spiritual Beliefs 44:28

18d ago44:28

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Subscriber-only episode Send us a Positive Review! Hey, amazing Friday subscribers! You have questions? Val has responses! For the next few Fridays (and other Fridays in the future) she’ll be answering YOUR questions. This episode’s questions and discussion points: - What is the hardest part of your work? - I'm about to file for divorce and I am so…

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'Rocky V' (feat. Pete of Middle Class Film Class) 1:08:14

18d ago1:08:14

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With Rocky IV taking the franchise to new commercial heights, the film represented, in some ways, the biggest victory yet for both writer/director/star Sylvester Stallone and his fictional counterpart. However, that success — which saw the scale of the franchise expand to international levels — might have set unfair expectations for the future. Ent…

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Ep. 248: Splinters & Stitches: Supergroups & Offshoots pt.3 1:38:58

15d ago1:38:58

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This week we are talking about bands that have rock stars in them: Supergroups and Offshoots. Captain Content reminds us that a band consisting of well-known artists from other bands does not always equal great success. We dive into some of the more obscure supergroups and offshoots that didn’t break with huge mainstream success or stay around very…

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246 - AMD FSR 4, Switch 2, Two Point Museum, GOWR PC, Battlefield, Nintendo, Palworld and more! 1:48:12

15d ago1:48:12

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AMD FSR 4 to use full AI, how will this work?; Switch 2 we have the latest news; Two Point Museum, coming soon, we tell you all about it; God of War Ragnarök finally hits PC; New Battlefield game, details revealed; Nintendo actually suing Palworld; the EGP Game Quiz and much more! Join our Discord: ⁠https://discord.gg/extremegamingpodcast⁠ Look for…

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Episode 30 - Audience Recommendations Vol. 3 1:36:14

17d ago1:36:14

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Welcome in! PushingUpRoses and Matt Aukamp take your recommendations seriously! And they prove it by playing four of them and reviewing them in this episode: There Is No Game: Wrong Dimension, The Journey Down, Voodoo Detective, and Life is Strange. We also bring back some SPECIAL GUESTS for our RANKING EVERY ADVENTURE GAME segment. Email Us! matta…

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Episode 38: Asmongold Roasts Dragon Age, Ubisoft runs for cover 56:13

17d ago56:13

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In this action-packed episode, Grant and Ed dive deep into the latest gaming controversies and triumphs. We discuss Saber Interactive's response to Asmongold's critique of Space Marine 2 and explore why this game, along with Black Myth: Wukong, is dominating player charts. We also dissect Ubisoft's defensive move with The New York Times amid backla…

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261:Healthy Differentiation as Key to Wise Decision Making with Dr. Julie Hanks 35:28

21d ago35:28

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Send us a Positive Review! Join Val and colleague Dr. Julie Hanks as they dive into the topic of differentiation and how being differentiated is the key to our making healthy choices related to our relationship with the church. This episode is a wonderful “teaser” for those who want to jump into their FINAL 4-week Q&A session, focused on supporting…

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Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree 54:41

19d ago54:41

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FALL FROM GRACE The Land of Shadow. A place obscured by the Erdtree. Where the goddess Marika first set foot. A land purged in an unsung battle. Set ablaze by Messmer’s flame. It was to this land that Miquella departed. Divesting himself of his flesh, his strength, his lineage. Of all things Golden. And now Miquella awaits the return of his promise…

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Buried 49:11

22d ago49:11

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Fleeing from his troubles, a man forced by chance to shelter in a site of historical atrocity finds that the evils of the past are both very real and undying. ***Content Warning: This episode deals with themes of exploitation of minors, misogyny, and the abuse and murder of Indigenous people. Listener discretion is strongly advised.*** You can now …

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Episode 37: Ubisoft Bias Against Men_ Star Wars Theory Copyright Strikes - EXPOSED 56:37

23d ago56:37

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In today's episode, Grant and Ed dive into a controversial discussion: Does Ubisoft really have a bias against male gamers? Are traditional, masculine-themed games still welcome in the modern gaming landscape, or are they being sidelined in favor of more inclusive narratives? We explore Ubisoft's recent decisions and marketing strategies, examine t…

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🔒 260: Ask Val Anything: Juggling Faith Crisis and Parenting a Full-Time Missionary 55:28

24d ago55:28

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Subscriber-only episode Send us a Positive Review! Hey, amazing Friday subscribers! You have questions? Val has responses! For the next few Fridays (and other Fridays in the future) she’ll be answering YOUR questions. This episode's questions: - How do I support a full-time missionary child when I'm struggling with some of the church's teachings? -…

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'Rocky IV' (feat. Ryan Luis Rodriguez of One Track Mind) 1:13:49

22d ago1:13:49

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If Rocky III marks the promise of how the franchise could grow beyond the championship belt, then the next film arguably shows its limitations. With star Sylvester Stallone again serving as writer and director, Rocky IV sees the iconic cinematic hero facing his most devastating blow yet, sending him all the way to Russia to represent his country on…

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Ep. 247: Pulling The Plug – Acoustic Rock n’ Punk n’ Metal 3 1:30:11

22d ago1:30:11

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In the 80s, the idea of special acoustic or unplugged albums and shows became a new medium that continues to today. Most think that Mtv started the movement in 1989 with their series called “unplugged”, however, most rock bands were playing acoustic renditions of their songs on radio when they would do in-town promotions long before then. This week…

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245 - PS5 Pro Official, Deadlock, Space Marines 2, SW Outlaws, Destiny 2 Future, For the Stars 2:02:49

22d ago2:02:49

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PS5 Pro is now official, good or bad?; Deadlock, deep dive; Space Marines 2 doing well; Star Wars Outlaws, barely ok and disappointing; Destiny 2, what's in its future?; For the Stars, a sci-fi survival game, will it knock off No Man's Sky?; game news discussion, the EGP Quiz and more! Join our Discord: ⁠https://discord.gg/extremegamingpodcast⁠ Sea…

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Episode 29 - Nostalgia and Dani and Bill from Escape This Podcast 1:43:43

24d ago1:43:43

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We're not here to fuck spiders, we're here to talk about Adventure Games with our brilliant and charming friends Dani and Bill from Escape This Podcast and the upcoming Rise of the Golden Idol! We talk about nostalgia and the way it colors – or does not color – our views of games, and just goof the hell around. So, I guess we were here to fuck spid…

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Episode 36: Star Wars Explained Tries to DEMONITIZE Star Wars Theory - Our Response and Reaction 1:02:03

26d ago1:02:03

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In this episode of Disgruntled Middle-Aged Gamers, we break down the latest clash in the Star Wars community as Star Wars Theory takes on Star Wars Explained in a heated debate. We also dive deep into our review of Space Marine 2, exploring its gameplay, story, and whether it lives up to the hype. Join us for all the drama, analysis, and honest opi…

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259: Not Fearing Others’ Faith Journeys: A Crucial Conversation with Faith Matters 1:02:08

29d ago1:02:08

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Send us a Positive Review! A couple of months ago Valerie was invited by the Faith Matters Podcast to speak about one of the toughest topics they’ve ever covered—how to navigate the faith journey of a loved one when that faith journey seems to be costing a marriage or family eternal life together with that loved one. When that episode dropped, both…

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'Rocky III' (feat. writer Jeannette Miller) 1:25:26

27d ago1:25:26

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Rocky (and, by extension, Rocky II) tells one of the greatest underdog stories in cinema history. But with audiences clamoring for more of "The Italian Stallion," how could writer/director/star Sylvester Stallone build upon Rocky Balboa's story after he has achieved the ultimate goal of claiming the heavyweight championship? The answer lies in the …

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Episode 35: Astrobot, Space Marine 2, & MORE Gaming News You NEED to Know! 1:12:49

1M ago1:12:49

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Disgruntled Middle-Aged Gamers returns with a packed episode! We discuss the slipping numbers for XDefiant and question if AC Shadows is next. We examine why Concord really failed, review Visions of Mana, and consider if Astrobot deserves Game of the Year. We also cover Alan Wake 2's financial woes, the return of Dr. Disrespect, and Sweet Baby Inc.…

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🔒 258: Introducing "ASK VAL ANYTHING!" 50:00

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Subscriber-only episode Send us a Positive Review! Hey, amazing Friday subscribers! You have questions? Val has responses! For the next few Fridays (and other Fridays in the future) she’ll be answering YOUR questions. This episode’s questions: - What are your thoughts about Gods controlling things and letting bad things happen to us? - How can I be…

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Ep. 246: Sounds From Outer Space – Mars (IV) 1:20:54

29d ago1:20:54

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This week your wayward grave robbers decide to join Space Force and experience a new high! A glitch in a retro playing of 3D Space Cadet Pinball for Windows sends us on a 6-song mission into another world. It is a show guaranteed to be an intoxicating and pummeling journey through time and space infused with a lungful of potent hook-doom. We’re tal…

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244 - Black Ops 6, AI is coming, Mass Effect 3 Mod, PS5 Pro, DLSS Updater, Xbox GP 1:53:24

29d ago1:53:24

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Black Ops 6, the beta, we played it!; AI and the voice actors strike gets serious; Mass Effect 3, new game changing mod; PS5 Pro big performance boost; DLSS Updater, now you can keep up with the changes; Xbox Game Pass Standard, hope you can wait for a long time; and more great stuff! Join our Discord: ⁠https://discord.gg/extremegamingpodcast⁠ Sear…

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Episode 28 - Strange Horticulture 1:34:33

1M ago1:34:33

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This week we talk about a spooky cozy casual mystery plant game called Strange Horticulture that rules. Also, Matt raves about Fallout: New Vegas, Roses has a stylish mystery game to talk about and we rank a bunch of adventure games, ridiculously. Email us! mattandroses@gmail.com Games Mentioned: A Case of Mistrust Fallout: New Vegas Zelda: Breath …

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Episode 34: Concord RIP - SHOCKING News Shakes Up the Gaming World 51:36

1M ago51:36

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Disgruntled Middle-Aged Gamers is back with a new episode, diving into the latest in gaming and entertainment! We discuss why Concord was pulled from all platforms, dissect IGN’s critique of Star Wars Outlaws, and unravel the confusion around what "woke" means in gaming. We also cover Diablo 4's major Patch 2.0 changes, Sir Ian McKellen’s potential…

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257: Creating Communities of Unconditional Belonging with Aubrey Chaves 1:22:08

1M ago1:22:08

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Send us a Positive Review! Join Valerie and fellow podcaster Aubrey Chaves of the Faith Matters podcast as together they discuss the vision and purpose of the Restore Conference. A common belief among these two brave and compassionate women? True growth and connection is about being welcome and accepted wherever you are on your faith journey. No fi…

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Thank Goodness You're Here! 43:28

1M ago43:28

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After arriving early for a big meeting with the mayor of a bizarre Northern English town, a traveling salesman takes the time to explore and meet the locals, who are all very eager to give him a series of increasingly odd jobs… “Thank Goodness You’re Here!” is a comedy slapformer, which unfolds over time as the players' exploration and antics leave…

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Episode 33: Star Wars Outlaws & Visions of Mana - EPIC Gaming News! 1:04:54

1M ago1:04:54

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Disgruntled Middle-Aged Gamers returns with a packed episode! We break down the disastrous Rings of Power Season 2 reviews, NetEase's closure of Ouka Studios, and the Soulash developer's defiant stance against cancel culture. We also debate whether games should cost more, discuss The First Descendant's new season, and explore the controversy over D…

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🔒 256: Personal Reflections on the Beauty and Suffering of the LDS Enlightenment Journey [Plato's Allegory of the Cave-Part IV of IV] 54:33

1M ago54:33

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Subscriber-only episode Send us a Positive Review! In this final, exclusive episode of a four-part series on Plato's “Allegory of the Cave”, Val and Nathan get more personal about how this allegory resonates with their own experiences. They share their thoughts on how spiritual development rooted in fear can hinder us from reaching true selfhood. T…

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'Rocky II' (feat. Darin Lundberg of NostalgiaCast) 1:02:33

1M ago1:02:33

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Even decades after its release, 1976's Rocky stands as the ultimate cinematic underdog story. But following its critical acclaim, box office performance, and awards wins, it's only natural that everything involved — including star and screenwriter Sylvester Stallone — would explore what happened next in the lives of Rocky, Adrian, Paulie, Mickey, a…

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Ep. 245: Beneath The Hair Vol. 10 – Forgotten Glam Metal – Summer'z Over! 1:29:33

1M ago1:29:33

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This week InObscuria once again lets our hair down and fills it full of Aquanet! Oh yeah, we are diving hair-first into the world of obscure glam metal. Whether you call it: glam metal, hair metal, cock rock, hard rock… It’s all good and is the soundtrack for every party! In this episode, we celebrate the Summer of Hair. An end-of-summer celebratio…

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243 - Star Wars Outlaws, Black Myth Wukong, Deadlock, PS5 Pro, DOOM Anthology 1:43:12

1M ago1:43:12

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Star Wars Outlaws, we played it, the Pros and Cons; Black Myth Wukong, a huge sales hit; Valve/Steam's new game, Deadlock, we play tested it, our reactions; PS5 Pro, it's real and it's coming; DOOM Anthology, a good buy or pass on it; Video Game Quiz and more! Join our Discord: ⁠https://discord.gg/extremegamingpodcast⁠ Search for our other podcasts…

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