Best Underground Playground Podcasts (2024)

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Frank's Slide (And we're not talking playgrounds) 1:05:45

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Send us a Text Message. In the foothills of the majestic Canadian Rockies sits the small town of Frank, Alberta. At least it used to be there until a massive rock slide in 1903 covered the town in 145 feet of stone. Join us today as we celebrate our one-year anniversary by discussing the deadliest rockslide in Canadian history. The story takes plac…

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Episode 317 – NAUGHTY DOG’S ANDY GAVIN – Building The Legendary Studio! 1:06:15

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Victor Lucas interviews Naughty Dog co-founder, Andy Gavin about his years building a game studio that has become recognized as one of the world’s best. From the early days working with Jason Rubin, to launching the Crash Bandicoot and Jack & Dexter franchises, to watching his game dev baby grow up with Uncharted and The Last of Us, this is an illu…

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Episode 316 – NAOMI KYLE from This Week In Gaming! – From Montreal to iHeartRadio – Vic’s Basement 55:06

10d ago55:06

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Victor Lucas welcomes Naomi Kyle from This Week In Gaming to chat about her path into the game industry and the many twists and turns her career has taken her. From modelling in Montreal, to hosting early online gaming shows, to her long run at IGN, to going out on her own and becoming a prolific producer, Naomi has a very unique voice in the media…

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Lost, But Found, Yet Missing 54:34

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Send us a Text Message. During the 2020 lockdowns, Sandra Hughes needed a change in her life, so she sold her house and decided to take a long solo backpacking trip in the Sierra National Forest. Six days after she left, her campsite was discovered by a group of hikers. All of Sandra's gear and belongings were scattered about. A search team was cre…

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Kelfkensbos market (Nijmegen, May 18th 2024) 4:34

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Een korte wandeling over de Kelfkensbos markt in Nijmegen. Een wekelijkse markt met bio-producten. Opgenomen met een Zoom H2n en Sound Professionals SP-TFB-2 binaural microphones.On the map at Aporree: https://aporee.org/maps/work/?loc=64266By Thijs Geritz

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Dancing Queens 1:03:58

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Send us a Text Message. On a hot summer day in Germany in 1518, a local woman began dancing in the streets of her hometown. Seems like an innocent enough story, right? But what happens when a few hundred other people join in on the dancing, but you can't stop? Some unseen force is compelling you to dance, even until some of those around you drop de…

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Frogs in a pond (Drielsche Zeeg, May 17th 2024) 3:37

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Recordings of frogs in a pond in the Drielsche Zeeg.On the map at Aporree: https://aporee.org/maps/work/?loc=64234By Thijs Geritz

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Highway A50 [Zwolle to Eindhoven] (Doorwerth, May 16th 2024) 4:37

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Recorded standing next to the A50 highway, which runs from Zwolle to Eindhoven (and of course, in the opposite direction).On the map at Aporree: https://aporee.org/maps/work/?loc=64233By Thijs Geritz

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Episode 315 – WHAT NOW XBOX? – With Danny Peña and Parris Lilly! – Vic’s Basement 1:05:00

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Victor Lucas is joined by Danny Peña and Paris Lilly to discuss the recent studio closure Xbox has made, what it means for the Xbox brand, the state of the AAA gaming industry and how Xbox and its competition will operate and pivot in the face of these dramatic changes. These three veterans of game coverage have a lot to discuss. Enjoy! Watch: YouT…

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Go Away, Go Away Quickly Or I'll Slap You 1:01:41

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Send us a Text Message. Who is the worst neighbor you've ever had? What did they do that was so bad? We promise that whoever it was wasn't as bad as one neighbor in Japan, the infamous Mrs. Noisy. Today, we discuss the notorious Japanese woman who took her entire neighborhood by storm by terrorizing them with loud music. But why? What would cause s…

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Episode 314 – ALAN BELARDINELLI’S Wild Ride! – From Nintendo to Norway – Vic’s Basement 1:22:59

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Victor Lucas connects with Alan Belardinelli, a recurring presence in The Electric Playground’s early years , representing Nintendo for many of the latest games of 1997-1998, like Goldeneye 007, Pokémon, 1080º Snowboarding, The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, Pilot Wings 64 and many more! Alan was part of some of the biggest moments in Nintendo h…

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One Man, Eleven Women, and A Tropical Island 57:13

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Send us a Text Message. Today, we discuss Pitcairn Island's crazy history, from its establishment by a rogue band of mutineers to its becoming a religious sanctuary overflowing with little kids. It's a crazy and wild ride, but join us as we dive into its details.By Mike and Eth Davis

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Episode 313 – DR. DAVID DOAK SPEAKS! Making GOLDENEYE, PERFECT DARK, TIMESPLITTERS and More! – Vic’s Basement 2:22:31

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Victor Lucas is joined by game industry legend, David Doak to chat about his years with Rare working on Donkey Kong Country 3, Goldeneye 007 and starting and leaving Perfect Dark; then his years at Free Radical and inventing the incredible, TimeSplitters franchise; and we also hear about his time spent working on Star Wars: Battlefront 3, Haze and …

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Camping 7000ft Underground 1:06:37

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Send us a Text Message. Some people love exploring caves; others find caving near the top of their list of greatest fears. However, for some people, mapping and exploring caves is their profession. In this episode, we discuss a team of cavers and two photographers who traveled to the bottom of the world's deepest cave. Let's just say the adventure …

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Episode 312 – SEGA & XBOX vet MARK SUBOTNICK – Launching Dreamcast, Saturn & Xbox! 1:11:09

2M ago1:11:09

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ProbablyMonsters’ Mark Subotnick joins Victor Lucas in Vic’s Basement to discuss his long career in video games. Fresh from Mark’s appearance in S1E3 of #EPClassic, Mark details his years at SEGA working on Genesis, SEGA CD, Saturn and Dreamcast projects, then his transition to Xbox and launching the original platform and Xbox 360. Afterwards Mark …

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Gambling Mathematician 54:39

2M ago54:39

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Send us a Text Message. Gonzolo Pelayo was an average middle-aged man until, in his mid-fifties, he decided to take on the gambling industry. Using math, he devised a betting protocol that quickly turned him into enemy number one for many casinos.By Mike and Eth Davis

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Have You Ever Misplaced a Nuke? 1:00:31

2M ago1:00:31

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Send us a Text Message. This week, we explore not the one time, but the six times that the US government has admitted that they have lost nuclear warheads. Along with that, we go into a few of the thirty-two times that they have also had accidents with them, including accidentally dropping nukes on North Carolina and New Mexico.…

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Episode 311 – KELLY BENSON Returns To EP! – A Catch Up With Kelly! – Vic’s Basement 27:27

2M ago27:27

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Victor Lucas sits down with Kelly Benson to celebrate the launch of #EPClassic and to catch up on all of Kelly’s adventures over the years in television, video games, new media and beyond! Enjoy this long overdue catch up convo with the wonderful Kelly Benson! EP on Facebook (for contests): Facebook.com/ElectricPlayground EPN Live: Twitch.tv/EPN EP…

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Time Traveling Through Victorian Times 1:07:28

2M ago1:07:28

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Send us a Text Message. Join us today as we take our own time machine back to visit Victorian London and lament about how we wouldn't be tough enough to endure the most basic aspects of life. From the Two Penny Hangover to mummy revealing parties and Eth's favorite, living garden gnomes, come and explore some of the bizarre and unusual everyday par…

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Undercover Séance Buster 1:03:45

2M ago1:03:45

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Send us a Text Message. Spiritualism swept through the United States in the mid-1800s and early 1900s, bringing along its main star, the séance. Millions of average Americans flocked to mediums and huddled around dark tables in shadowy rooms for the chance to speak to their deceased loved ones, and unfortunately, many ill-meaning crooks took advant…

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Episode 310 – CHRIS TAYLOR, creator of Total Annihilation and Dungeon Siege in Vic’s Basement! 52:04

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Victor Lucas is joined by game industry legend, Chris Taylor, who helped create Total Annihilation, Dungeon Siege, Hardball II, Test Drive, Triple Play Baseball, 4D Boxing and many more games in hi long and prolific career in games! Plus he’s got a prominent feature in The Electric Playground’s very first episode from 1997! EP on Facebook (for cont…

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Removing Your Own Organs, Ouch! 53:51

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Send us a Text Message. What would you do if you were stuck in Antarctica with no chance of being rescued when all of a sudden you developed Appendicitis? What if the doctor there said he had to operate to remove your Appendix, or you'd die? What if you were the doctor and had to remove your own Appendix? That's what happened in the true story of L…

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Episode 309 – JEFF MINTER & CHRIS KOHLER – The Legendary Llamasoft! – Electric Playground 55:44

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Victor Lucas is joined by Jeff Minter, the creator of games like Tempest 2000, Llamatron 2112, Akka Arrh, Space Invaders Extreme, Attack of the Mutant Camels, Polybius, Gridrunner, TxK and dozens more! As well as Digital Eclipse’s Editorial Director, Chris Kohler, to discuss their brand new game & documentary project: Llamasoft: The Jeff Minter Sto…

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Sinking in Toilet Water 44:44

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Send us a Text Message. Join us as we journey back in time to uncover the haunting story of the SS Princess Alice, a tragedy lost to the depths of history. In this gripping video, we explore the harrowing events surrounding the sinking of the SS Princess Alice and the devastating impact it had on those aboard. Set against the backdrop of Victorian …

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Episode 308 – The HELLDIVERS 2 Episode – This Game Changes Everything w/ JOSE SANCHEZ & BEHR SAFI! – Vic’s Basement 1:05:12

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Victor Lucas is joined by Jose Sanchez and Behr Safi to talk about the unquestioned hit live service game of the moment: Helldivers 2! Does it deliver? Does it have legs? Does it stack up to other live service games like Destiny and Left 4 Dead? Find out in this in-depth Vic’s Basement/Review on the Run chat! Rest in Peace Akira Toriyama. Thank you…

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Bachelor In Paradise, But Like Way Remote Paradise 1:00:47

3M ago1:00:47

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Send us a Text Message. Embark on a riveting journey through time as we delve into the extraordinary life of Alexander Selkirk, the real-life inspiration behind Daniel Defoe's iconic character, Robinson Crusoe. In this captivating episode, we unravel the gripping tale of Selkirk's fateful decision to be marooned on an uninhabited island off the coa…

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Episode 307 – Classic Electric Playground is Coming Soon! PNP Games’ Lee Skwarek On Why They’re Partnering! 1:40:11

3M ago1:40:11

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Victor Lucas sits down with Lee Skwarek from EP Classic sponsor, PNP Games, to discuss the massive EP project and what bringing the episodes to YouTube will entail; why PNP is the perfect fit for EP; what the shows will look like; why the archive has endured and much more! Enjoy this lengthy conversation about the beginning of an epic partnership! …

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Feathers of Fury: Australia's War with an Unusual Enemy 56:55

3M ago56:55

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Send us a Text Message. Dive into the bizarre and comical military campaign that pitted Australian soldiers against an unexpected foe - the emus! In this episode, we explore the infamous "Emu War" of 1932, where Australia's military was deployed to combat a population of emus wreaking havoc on farmlands. Join us as we uncover the peculiar events, t…

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Year Zero: Living a Musical Simulation 1:00:15

3M ago1:00:15

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Send us a Text Message. In 2007, Trent Reznor, the frontman of Nine Inch Nails, decided to do a little something extra to release the band's new album. He hired a gaming company to design and execute an elaborate scavenger hunt both in real life and online, dropping hints about the new album shrouded in a future post-apocalyptic game fans could par…

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Episode 306 – SWITCH 2 / PSVR 2 / HELLDIVERS 2 / ELDEN RING DLC – What A Week w/ Jose Sanchez! – Vic’s Basement 1:03:07

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Victor Lucas is joined by Jose Sanchez to discuss all of this week’s consequential developments in the video game industry. 2024 has just begun but there are HUGE changes and big events already happening! Thank you for LISTENING / REVIEWING / SUBSCRIBING / SHARING! #PlayForever Watch EPN: YouTube.com/EPNtv EPN Live: Twitch.tv/EPN EPN Shorts: tiktok…

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Searching For One Eye Willie's Treasure 1:02:37

4M ago1:02:37

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Send us a Text Message. Join us on a captivating expedition as we delve into the enigmatic world of Forrest Fenn's treasure. In this episode, we embark on a quest to uncover the truth behind one of modern history's most tantalizing mysteries. Forrest Fenn, an art dealer and author, sparked a treasure hunt like no other when he claimed to have hidde…

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Episode 305 – Jose Sanchez and Behr Safi join Victor Lucas to Solve All the Problems in the Game Industry! 1:21:08

4M ago1:21:08

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Victor Lucas is joined by EP’s Jose Sanchez and Behr Safi to discuss the recent business decisions that Xbox announced and what that means for the game industry, along with a deep dive discussion on Nintendo’s and PlayStation’s plans and much more! Essentially the game business is tricky and our goal was to solve everything in this podcast.* *we di…

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Niagara Falls Make Me Catadrophobic 1:07:18

4M ago1:07:18

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Send us a Text Message. Join us as we delve into the daring world of those who have risked it all by going over Niagara Falls. From the legendary stunts of Annie Edson Taylor to the modern thrill-seekers, we explore the motivations, preparations, and harrowing experiences of individuals who have defied gravity and challenged fate at one of the worl…

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Episode 304 – Arcade Legend, Eugene Jarvis, meets Go Mecha Ball’s Jakob Wahlberg! Twin-Stick Shooters Forever! 1:02:08

4M ago1:02:08

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Victor Lucas welcomes Go Mecha Ball creator, Jakob Wahlberg and arcade legend and creator of games like Defender, Robotron 2084 and Smash TV, Eugene Jarvis, to the Basement! Watch EPN: YouTube.com/EPNtv EPN Live: Twitch.tv/EPN EPN Shorts: tiktok.com/@theelectricplayground Official EPN Merch: EPN.tv/Merch Thanks for LISTENING/SUBSCRIBING/SHARING/REV…

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Feathers, Fabrics, and Frivolity: The Flamboyant Folly of Henry Cyril Paget 41:50

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Send us a Text Message. Step into the extravagant world of Henry Cyril Paget, the flamboyant 5th Marquess of Anglesey, whose life was a whirlwind of feathers, fabrics, and frivolity! Join us on a hilarious romp through the lavish escapades of this eccentric aristocrat, whose passion for theater, fashion, and all things fabulous knew no bounds. From…

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Episode 303 – EP’s Rocket & Raygun Awards! – The Best Games of 2023 featuring insights from Victor Lucas, Video Game fans and EP viewers!

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Victor Lucas hosts EP’s Rocket & Raygun Awards and determines The Best Indie Game, The Best Sports Game, The Best RPG, The Best Action Game, The Game of the Year and so much more in this special presentation. Joining Victor are game players and fans of The Electric Playground, who offer their compelling insights about Their Game of The Year, Buried…

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Phineas Gage: The Man With Extra Holes 58:04

4M ago58:04

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Send us a Text Message. Join us as we delve into the captivating tale of Phineas Gage, the man whose life took a dramatic turn after a tragic accident with a tamping iron. Explore the fascinating details of how this incident revolutionized our understanding of the brain and human behavior. From the shocking survival to the profound impact on neuros…

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Episode 302 – Making Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown with Ubisoft’s Joseph Antoine Clavet – Vic’s Basement 35:37

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Victor Lucas interviews Cinematics Director, Joseph Antoine Clavet about his work on Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown and his perspective on working at Ubisoft Montreal and Ubisoft Montpellier. Vic and JA also dig into the future and past of Prince of Persia, the tumultuous times the video game industry has been going through and is there hope for …

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I'm So Hungry I Could Eat a Horse....Literally 1:03:41

5M ago1:03:41

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Send us a Text Message. Join us today as we dive into the strange story of Tarrare, a young man from France in the 1770s who literally wasn't able to stop eating. Ever! Join us as we discuss his life, including being a street performing eating freak, a spy in the French army with a unique skill set, and his later life stealing any and everything he…

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Episode 301 – Prince of Perisa’s Fascinating History w/ Jordan Mechner & Chris Kohler – Vic’s Basement 1:40:53

5M ago1:40:53

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Victor Lucas is joined by the creator of Prince of Persia, Jordan Mechner and editorial director at Digital Eclipse, Chris Kohler, to discuss the complex and fascinating history of Prince of Persia! Enjoy this detailed conversation about the creation of the original Prince of Persia, The Sands of Time, The Lost Crown and the Prince of Persia featur…

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The Worst Kidnappers in Chowchilla, California 55:46

5M ago55:46

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Send us a Text Message. Dive deep into the chilling events of the Chowchilla kidnaps with our latest podcast episode. Join us as we unravel the mystery surrounding the infamous 1976 school bus abduction in Chowchilla, California. Explore the shocking details, the investigation, and the aftermath of this harrowing crime that captured the nation's at…

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Episode 300 – Apple, Meta, PlayStation and the Future of VR & AR with Pistol Whip’s Denny Unger! 1:14:20

5M ago1:14:20

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Victor Lucas is joined by Denny Unger, founder and CEO of Cloudhead Games and the duo discuss the ups and downs of the VR industry, Apple’s foray into the sector, PlayStation’s awesome but closed tech, VR studio closures, massive successes and Meta’s ongoing commitment to VR/AR hardware and software. Play the pair do their best to predict the futur…

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The Yuba County Five, A Mystery 25 Years in The Making 1:06:32

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Send us a Text Message. On a cold February night in 1978, five friends go missing after watching a college basketball game. Their car is found in perfect working order 70 miles in the wrong direction, with no signs of the men, on an isolated, snowy, mountain road. Where did they go? What prompted them to leave the warmth of their car to head into t…

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Episode 299 – DIABLO IV’s ROD FERGUSSON on GEARS, BIOSHOCK, LIVE SERVICE GAMES & MORE! – Vic’s Basement 55:24

5M ago55:24

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Victor Lucas sits down with Blizzard’s Rod Fergusson to discuss his work on Diablo IV, Diablo II: Resurrected and Diablo Immortal! Plus Vic explores Rod’s work on Gears of War, BioShock Infinite and his thoughts on the current state of Live Service game development. This interview was recorded at the world famous, Vancouver Film School! Watch EPN: …

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Ursula and Sabina Eriksson: Unraveling the Mysterious Twins' Love For Running Into Traffic 53:07

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Send us a Text Message. Dive deep into the enigmatic tale of Ursula and Sabina Eriksson, the identical twins whose bizarre and tragic journey left the world in disbelief. From their sudden appearance on the media radar to the fateful events that unfolded on the M6 motorway, join us as we explore the psychological complexities, unanswered questions,…

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Playground Fahrenheitstraat (Den Haag, October 7th, 2023) 6:07

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General atmosphere at the playground on the Fahrenheitstraat in The Hague.Aporee: https://aporee.org/maps/work/?loc=62585---Note: Despite the mention that 'this track was mastered,' Soundcloud's mastering option was not used for this track. I did test the option with this track but ultimately did not use the mastered version. Unfortunately, it is n…

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Episode 298 – A ZELDA CD-i STYLE GAME IN 2024? – Making Arzette w Audi Sorlie & Dopply – Vic’s Basement 1:11:41

5M ago1:11:41

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Victor Lucas sits down with Audi Sorlie from Limited Run Games and Digital Foundry and Seth Fulkerson from Seedy Eye Games to discuss the making of Arzette: The Jewel of Faramore! Watch EPN: YouTube.com/EPNtv EPN Live: Twitch.tv/EPN Official EPN Merch: EPN.tv/Merch Thanks for Listening, Subscribing and Reviewing!…

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NEOM Unveiled: Exploring the Future Megacity 1:06:02

5M ago1:06:02

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Send us a Text Message. Dive deep into the visionary project that is shaping the future of urban living - NEOM. Join us on as we unravel the mysteries behind the world's most ambitious megacity. From sustainable technologies to cutting-edge innovations, discover how NEOM is redefining the boundaries of possibility and paving the way for a sustainab…

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I Don't Remember The Title: The Steven Kubacki Story 56:48

6M ago56:48

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Send us a Text Message. Join us in this gripping episode as we delve deep into the mysterious disappearance of Steven Kubacki. In 1978, Steven vanished without a trace, leaving behind perplexing clues that have baffled investigators for decades. We explore the theories, potential leads, and the enduring enigma surrounding this unsolved case while p…

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Masterpiece Heist: The Artful Escapades of Stéphane Breitwieser 48:38

6M ago48:38

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Send us a Text Message. Uncover the gripping tale of Stéphane Breitwieser, the notorious art thief whose audacious heists left the art world astounded. Join us as we delve into the mysterious world of stolen masterpieces, exploring Breitwieser's effective yet mundane schemes and the priceless treasures he managed to pilfer. This podcast unravels th…

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