Best Matt Krol Podcasts (2024)

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Side Quests Episode 328: Indigo Park: Chapter 1 with Curly Bright 16:59

2h ago16:59

16:59

Side Quests is back and so is host Curly Bright! She is a burlesque performer and animal mascot companion! The game she is talking about today is Indigo Park: Chapter 1 by UniqueGeese! You can find this episode's host on twitter and all her work here! We have a Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus content, early downloads of regular ep…

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Ep 495: Evil Does Not Exist 1:06:39

2h ago1:06:39

1:06:39

We workshopped a better title for Ryusuke Hamaguchi’s new film and settled on, “Evil Does Not Exist… or does it?” Take a hike through the woods with us as we collect bird leaves and discuss the sinister evils of glamping. You can attend our town hall meetings via email, Twitter(X) or Instagram You can catch our episodes early and ad free over on Ne…

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Episode 176: Grinding to a Halt 46:25

4d ago46:25

46:25

Playing a video game means repeating actions and trying again. But sometimes, you end up doing a boring repetitive task over and over again. Whether to acquire resources, or to overcome a poorly balanced challenge, Fun can slow to a Grind. Matt & Geoff discuss their thoughts on grinding and its place in gaming's history and present. We have a Patre…

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Side Quests Episode 327: Superman (1987) with Sic Jake 16:50

5h ago16:50

16:50

Side Quests is back and this episode's host is podcaster and last son of Krypton, Sic Jake! The game he is talking about today is Superman (1987) by Kotobuki Systems and Kemco. You can find this episode's host on twitter. You can also find his podcast here! We have a Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus content, early downloads of regu…

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Ep 494: Alien: Romulus 1:00:56

2d ago1:00:56

1:00:56

In space no one can hear you reboot a franchise, so we're shouting about it from planet earth: The Xenomorphs are back! Fede Álvarez slides in between Alien and Alien$ to tell us the story of Romulus, whose Roman origins may or may not be entirely irrelevant to this discussion. As always, you can evolve us by sending us some black goo via email, Tw…

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Side Quests Episode 326: Splatoon 3 with Sam Greszes 13:13

7h ago13:13

13:13

Side Quests is back and this episode's host is party game designer, writer and member of the New Squidbeak Splatoon, Sam Greszes. The game he is talking about today is Splatoon 3 by Nintendo. You can find this episode's host on Twitter. We have a Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus content, early downloads of regular episodes, an excl…

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Side Quests Episode 325: Returnal with Matthew Krol 14:59

10d ago14:59

14:59

Side Quests is back and this episode's host is narrator, showrunner, podcaster, film critic and ASTRA Corporation pilot, Matthew Krol. The game he is talking about today is Returnal by Housemarque & Sony Interactive Entertainment. You can find this episode's host on twitter. You can listen to his podcast here and watch his YouTube channels here and…

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Ep 493: Borderlands 1:41:55

39m ago1:41:55

1:41:55

We're returning to Pandora! Hop on a ride with us through the wasteland with special guest Jessie Gender as we discuss the game, the film and any other missed opportunities. We don't say this often, but you don't need to have seen the film to enjoy this conversation about translating video games, studio film making and the challenges of surviving t…

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Episode 175: Loving the Ugly Games 45:52

1h ago45:52

45:52

We're always proud to talk about the "good" games in our history, but what about the bad ones? Are they worth remembering? Some of our favorite games are inspired by commercial failures. Matt & Geoff discuss the value of the games that have been reduced to memes and jokes by memory. We have a Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus conten…

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Side Quests Episode 324: SteamWorld Dig with Dave Proctor 8:16

4d ago8:16

8:16

Side Quests is back and so is host Dave Proctor! He is a game director, writer, and steam powered prospector! The game he is talking about today is SteamWorld Dig by Image & Form! You can also find this episode's host on twitter as well as check out his upcoming game, All Systems Dance! We have a Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus co…

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Ep 492: Trap 1:06:09

9d ago1:06:09

1:06:09

Josh Hartnett should have listened to Admiral Ackbar a little more because M. Night Shymalan's new film is definitely a "Trap" We explore the high highs and the low lows of Shymalan's filmography and consider if Saleka Shymalan can top the Eras tour. Set a trap for us via email, Twitter(X) or Instagram You can see every episode of the Nebula Origin…

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Side Quests Episode 323: Justice League Heroes with Jake Steinberg 13:29

26d ago13:29

13:29

Side Quests is back and this episode's host is writer, narrative consultant, video essayist and superhero trying to save the world, Jake Steinberg. The game he is talking about today is Justice League Heroes by Snowblind Studios & Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment. You can find this episode's host on twitter. Also you can find all his work her…

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Side Quests Episode 322: Little Nemo: The Dream Master with Doug Lief 11:17

29d ago11:17

11:17

Side Quests is back and so is host Doug Lief! He is a podcaster and young boy adventuring in Slumberland! The game he is talking about today is Little Nemo: The Dream Master by Capcom. You can also find this episode's host on twitter and listen to his podcast here! We have a Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus content, early downloads…

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Ep 491: Deadpool & Wolverine 1:14:51

9d ago1:14:51

1:14:51

The Merc with the mouth is back and this time... he's brought a friend! We break the fourth wall with Mikey Neumann from FilmJoy and discuss the Marvel void, cameo cinema and babies in movie theaters (again!) Email our variants at onlymoviepodcast@gmail.com or slice and dice us up over on Twitter(X) and Instagram You can see Matt in the Nebula Orig…

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Episode 174: Curating the "Coming Soon" 1:22:29

20d ago1:22:29

1:22:29

One of the best ways to find out about upcoming games is watching a showcase that compiles trailers and info for exciting new titles. Six One Indie has been championing a "Zero Barrier" approach to getting promising indie titles in front of a greater audience. Matt & Geoff are joined by Mike Towndrow and Kyle Stephenson to discuss what goes into a …

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Side Quests Episode 321: Senua's Saga: Hellblade II with Corey Dirrig 17:28

30d ago17:28

17:28

Side Quests is back and this episode's host is podcaster, content creator, producer, writer and Orcadian warrior, Corey Dirrig. The game he is talking about today is Senua's Saga: Hellblade II by Ninja Theory and Xbox Game Studios. You can find this episode's host on twitter. Also you can find all his work here! We have a Patreon! Gain access to ep…

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Ep 490: Twisters 1:01:09

16d ago1:01:09

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Take a spin with us in Lee Isaac Chung's "Twister$"! Does the film seed a compelling rationale for the ongoing Glen Powell project, or do we find more meaning in the Daisy Edgar Jones as a leading lady endeavor? Throw some diapers at us via email, Twitter(x) or Instagram! You can see Matt in the Nebula Original "The Getaway" and listen to all our e…

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Side Quests Episode 320: Sable with Jurge Cruz-Alvarez 10:38

24d ago10:38

10:38

Side Quests is back and this episode's host is podcaster, pr marketing manager and explorer of the ruined desert planet of Midden, Jurge Cruz-Alvarez! The game he is talking about today is Sable by Shedworks and Raw Fury. You can find this episode's host on twitter. Also you can find popagena here as well as his podcast here! We have a Patreon! Gai…

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Side Quests Episode 319: Dragon's Dogma II with Matt aka Stormageddon 17:35

1M ago17:35

17:35

Side Quests is back and so is series creator, Matt aka Stormageddon! They are a podcaster, editor, producer and true ruler of Vermund! The game they are talking about today is Dragon's Dogma II by Capcom. You can find this episode's host on twitter and you can find everything they work on here! We have a Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, …

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Ep 489: Longlegs 1:01:22

23d ago1:01:22

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In case we get too scared, we've got on our big boy pants on to talk about Oz Perkins' "LongLegs" We discuss serial killer cinema, satanic cults and reveal our personal fears about the woods! Join our tiny cult via email or chant along with us on Twitter and Instagram You can see Matt in the Nebula Original "The Getaway" and listen to all our episo…

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Episode 173: I've Said Too Much Already 53:25

2M ago53:25

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Plenty of video games can be said to be best enjoyed as fresh experiences, with as little "spoiled" as possible. If so, how do you go about recommending a title if you're worried everything you say ruins a discovery? Matt & Geoff discuss tailoring how you review a game, and when spoiled details can still feel fresh. We have a Patreon! Gain access t…

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Side Quests Episode 318: Star Ocean: The Divine Force with Taylor Hicklen 9:12

2M ago9:12

9:12

Side Quests is back and so is host Taylor Hicklen! He is a community manager, graphic designer, web designer, producer, writer, and reasonable young space merchant! The game he is talking about today is Star Ocean: The Divine Force by tri-Ace and Square Enix! You can also find Taylor's work here and here! We also have Patreon! We have some really c…

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Ep 488: Kinds of Kindness 1:04:18

1M ago1:04:18

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Yorgos Lanthimos returns so soon after Poor Things to show us his "Kinds of Kindness" with this triptych of abusive tales involving bad bosses, evil dogs and sex cults! We try to find themes and meaning in these seemingly disconnected stories and use of Eurythimics' "Sweet Dreams" as our only north star. Tell us your tall tales via email, Twitter (…

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Side Quests Episode 317: Banjo Tooie with Jiggylookback 8:55

2M ago8:55

8:55

Side Quests is back and this episode's host is podcaster, video essayists, streamer and snarky bird in a backpack, Jiggylookback! The game he is talking about today is Banjo Tooie by Rare and Nintendo. You can find this episode's host on twitter. You can also find his YouTube channel here as well as his podcast here! We have a Patreon! Gain access …

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Side Quests Episode 316: Donkey Kong 64 with Josh Covel 15:22

2M ago15:22

15:22

Side Quests is back and so is host Josh Covel! He is a podcaster, streamer and member of the Kong Family! The game he is talking about today is Donkey Kong 64 by Rare and Nintendo. You can also find this host's podcast on twitter as well as check out his work here! We have a Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus content, early downloads…

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Ep 487: Inside Out 2 1:11:09

1M ago1:11:09

1:11:09

We're looking at Pixar's storytelling from the outside in and discussing their new Anxiety expansion pack "Inside Out 2" from director Kelsey Mann Does Joy, Sadness, Fear, Disgust, Anger, Anxiety, Envy, Embarrassment and Ennui really rule our headquarters or does neuroscience and design diverge and are we better just to be nostalgic for the past? E…

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Episode 172: Sonic. Symphonic. Iconic. 51:51

2M ago51:51

51:51

A concert of video game music can remind why you love a game, or even pique new interest in different corners of a franchise. Matt, Geoff, & Sarah had the chance to enjoy the Sonic Symphony concert in NYC last month. They discuss their experience; each bringing wildly varying history with the Sonic franchise, music, and Sonic music. We have a Patre…

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Side Quests Episode 315: Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth with Matt Sowinski 10:55

2M ago10:55

10:55

Side Quests is back and so is host Matt Sowinski! He is a podcaster, writer and yakuza desperately trying to do the right thing! The game he is talking about today is Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth by Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio and Sega. You can find this episode's host on twitter or check out his podcast here and his writing here! We have a Patreon! Gai…

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Ep 486: La Chimera 1:00:47

2M ago1:00:47

1:00:47

We're lost for words to discuss Alice Rohrwacher's "La Chimera", but luckily Arthur (Josh O'Conner) has a dowsing rod that can find all of the hidden meaning in the haunted Italian countryside. As always you can email us your archeological questions at onlymoviepodcast@gmail.com or dig deeper on our Twitter (X) and Instagram feeds. You can catch ou…

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Side Quests Episode 314: Shinobi (2002) with Andre from Fine Time 17:55

2M ago17:55

17:55

Side Quests is back and so is host Andre from Fine Time! He is a podcaster and was raised within the Oboro Clan! The game he is talking about today is Shinobi (2002) by Overworks and Sega. You can also find his podcast on Twitter and you can listen to it here! We have a Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus content, early downloads of r…

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