Best Wild Abyss Podcasts (2024)

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Ep 172: Eternal Increase of the Pointless Pint 35:17

2h ago35:17

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Joe has a lot to say about Diddy and the upcoming trial – Although his claims are seriously questioned, some say his statements are common knowledge, others suggest they’re nothing but unfounded rumours. Much more believable is his disgust at paying nearly €9 for a pint of Guinness, and he’s not alone in his feelings with Darren agreeing and wonder…

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Bonus: Showering With A Space Cowboy 20:34

31m ago20:34

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The lads are back with a bonus to tackle some life changing issues like could you eat 8 cans of tuna in a row? Where do you start in the shower and would you join a suasage based cult? In other develpoments, Joe gets acosted by The KitKat Boys and categorically slams rumours of free spicebags at the live show in Vicar St. Send your questions and ev…

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566: Alyssa Mora: Dragon Age Veilguard, The Plucky Squire. UFO 50, God of War Ragnarok PC, Nintendo sues Palworld, Playstation 30th anniversary, Sims movie, Baldur's Gate 3 1:42:32

2d ago1:42:32

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Jeff and Christian welcome Alyssa Mora from IGN to the show this week to discuss Nintendo's lawsuit with Palworld creator, Pocketpair, EA's latest investor call reveals, retro PS5s to celebrate Playstation history, and more! The Playlist: Alyssa: Dragon Age: The Veilguard. Baldur’s Gate 3, Final Fantasy 16, Dragon Age: Inquisition Christian: UFO 50…

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Ep 171: Enter the Abyss (Manson Part 4) 49:48

34m ago49:48

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We arrive at the central days in the story of the Manson Family. As Charles Manson feels the pressure grow, with multiple Family members arrested, the critical days begin. In this episode we hear about the Tate and LaBianca murders and the events surrounding them, in the days and nights between August 8th and August 10th, 1969. A media storm descen…

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Ep 170: Cutting To The Chase On Bradley Walsh 33:26

7d ago33:26

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This week the lads tackles one of society's most enduring a far-reaching mysteries. A conundrum that has perplexed the greatest minds for over three decades: Where has all the white dogshite gone? Darren ventures beyond The Pale and visited 8 different counties in 2 days so he gets to give his hot takes on life outside the big smoke and his first e…

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Bonus: Cold Cake Files 15:22

2h ago15:22

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Joe makes absolute filth from an innocent question about inanimate household objects. We weigh up the greatest one-off tricks to pull off just once in life. After a formal complaint from one listener about Joe’s butchering of an accent, Darren doubts his own Christopher Walken impersonation abilities. There is much discussion of the history of Wisp…

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565: Brendon Bigley: PS5 Pro announced, Annapurna quits, Warhammer 40k Space Marine 2, Shy Guy Surfing, Shogun Showdown, Age of Mythology Retold, Shroom and Gloom, more Tony Hawk? 1:43:40

5h ago1:43:40

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Jeff and Christian welcome Brendon Bigley from Into the Aether back to the show this week to discuss Sony's $700 Playstation 5 Pro, mass walk-outs at Annapurna, Microsoft firing 650 more, and Tony Hawk hinting at a new game. The Playlist: Brendon: Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, Shy Guy Surfing, Shogun Showdown, Age of Mythology Retold Christian:…

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Ep 169: Last Chance Saloon (Manson Part 3) 36:04

4d ago36:04

36:04

Charles Manson visits the home of Sharon Tate as he tries to chase down his last chance at musical stardom. A shot at redemption emerges for his dreams of a record deal, but hope soon descends into farce as the Manson Family host what may be history’s most shambolic audition. As the lights of Hollywood fade into the distance, Manson sets course for…

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Ep 168: Spite Bag With a Vengeance 31:09

2d ago31:09

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With the announcement our next live show, we talk about the process of rehearsal and reveal some of the more stressful moments from the days and weeks leading up to the last show. There’s a new Joe-proof system for rehearsals in place and Darren has concerns about the split on takings from a spice bag truck that has ended up embedded in a wall at V…

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Bonus: Conway's Almanac 16:12

4d ago16:12

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Is Darren Conway a modern day prophet of pop culture? One keen eared listener has spotted a potentially hidden talent, although there are signs his gift could be waning, if he ever had it. The question over Darren’s oversized shoes makes a return, as a second listener trawls the archives. We’re considering which gig from history we would most like …

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564: Marcus Stewart: Concord's demise, Minecraft movie, Astro Bot, Star Wars Outlaws, Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, Gori: Cuddly Carnage, Squirrel with a Gun, Batman: Arkham Shadow 2:03:21

10d ago2:03:21

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Jeff and Christian welcome Marcus Stewart from Indie Informer back to the show this week to discuss the abrupt and shocking demise of Concord, A Minecraft Movie's reimagining of Minecraft, and more! The Playlist: Marcus: Astro Bot, Gori: Cuddly Carnage, Squirrel with a Gun, Star Wars Outlaws Christian: Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Multiplayer Beta; As…

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Ep 167: Into the Wild (Manson Part 2) 49:28

10d ago49:28

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Recently ejected from their life among the rich and famous of the LA elite, the Manson Family find a new home – at an old movie set from the western era – and find a new purpose. As Charles Manson feels his music dreams slipping away, and experiences a very public humiliation, the Family’s focus shifts to apocalyptic visions and dreams of violence.…

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Ep 166: Undercover FOMO 32:12

9d ago32:12

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Darren is getting himself caught up in mass public hype of the Oasis reunion, but doesn’t want anyone to know he’s just there for the hype. Joe discusses the morality of taking tickets from diehard fans, even if you just want to go along out of FOMO. We explore the curious history of Irish gameshows – some more disastrous than others – and Joe fina…

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Bonus: The Good, the Bad and the Ungrateful 18:25

11d ago18:25

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Darren has been spending time with some bad influences and it’s having a knock on effect on the podcast as he brings a new, tough attitude to the studio and a refusal to accept any and all criticism. There’s some rejection of very good advice and severe butchering of motivational quotes. And Joe accepts a listener’s challenge and formally announces…

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563: PAX West Special: Path of Exile 2, Dragon Quest 3 HD 2D Remake, Crokinole, Klask, Thunder Road Vendetta, Cuisineer, Ascent Rivals, Chronos Event 1:38:10

14d ago1:38:10

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It's a very different DLC this week as Jeff travels to Seattle fir PAX Prime. There, he meets up with Lana Bachinsky and Daanish Syed for some BFF hangs and coverage of the convention. Check out this casual departure!By DLC

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Ep 165: How to Build a Cult (Manson Part 1) 1:26:38

19d ago1:26:38

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We begin a deep dive into the incredible, barely believable story of Charles Manson and the Manson family - and how the cult's crimes changed the world. In this first episode we hear about how the seeds for the murderous cult were sown in the early years of a young Charles Manson, and how he warped a bundle of religious texts, Beatles songs and sel…

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Bonus: The Rounding 14:30

18d ago14:30

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How many legs does a crab have? According to Darren, who doesn't include his thumbs when counting his fingers, it's 8 making the crustaceans a distant relative of a spider. Why does it matter you ask? Well, they obviously need to know so they're fully informed when deciding if they'd rather crab legs or T-Rex arms. A close ally of Joe's gets in tou…

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562: Andrea Rene: Black Myth Wukong, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, Avowed, Borderlands 4, Civilization VII, Batman Arkham Shadow, Monster Hunter Wilds, Dune MMO, Masters of Albion, Half-Life 2 RTX ... 2:00:51

1M ago2:00:51

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Jeff and Christian welcome Andrea Rene from What's Good Games back to the show this week to discuss all of the big announcements from Gamescom 2024, plus the huge first weeks sales of Black Myth Wukong! The Playlist: Avowed hands-on, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle hands-off, Concord, Black Myth: Wukong Parting Gifts!…

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Ep 164: Kayaxeing for Love 45:21

23d ago45:21

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Darren is misidentified as British by a robot, while Joe races full tilt into the warm embrace of Artificial Intelligence authoritarianism Could Darren return to the dating scene? He worries he may never be able to; even if he was dating Amy. His plan for romantic success involves eggy bread and a spray painted dog. And maybe a disco. Joe visits Lo…

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Bonus: To Sleep or not to Sleep 18:59

1M ago18:59

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Joe’s silent defenders emerge from the shadows this week to defend his honour and fact check the fact checker on everything from hair care to the global availability of black pudding. There are strange childhood recipes pored over, and a historic tale of a strange end has one listener asking us what would be the most undignified legacy to leave beh…

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561: Rich Grisham: Madden 24, College Football 25, Switch 2 when? Call of Duty changes, VR Showcase, Phantom Spark, Yakuza Like a Dragon, Searching for Rest, PSVR 2 on PC, Infinite Inside 2:07:31

25d ago2:07:31

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Jeff and Christian welcome Rich Grisham from Com2uS USA back to the show this week to discuss reports that Nintendo's Switch follow-up won't ship until after April at the earliest, Call of Duty download requirements and file sizes being addressed, and the state of the recent VR Showcase. The Playlist: Rich: Yakuza Like a Dragon, Valiant Hearts mobi…

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Ep 163: Blood Money & Parrot Shows 54:20

30d ago54:20

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We bring you the incredible tale of two notorious Irish serial killers in Scotland, and the world famous skeleton they left behind after their shocking spree came to an end. Joe has been to a parrot show, and comes back to report it may be the most depressing form of bird entertainment ever performed. The parrot show is just one part of another hug…

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Wrestling with Reality: Trust and Betrayal at the Montreal Screwjob 1:18:42

1M ago1:18:42

1:18:42

Send us a text WrestleMania weekend unfurled its tapestry of drama and spectacle, and I was right there in the thick of it, juggling my love for Baldur's Gate III with the real-life soap opera that is professional wrestling. The thrill of Cody Rhodes' championship saga, the electric atmosphere of the WWE's Super Bowl—if these stories set your heart…

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Bonus: Pros And Cons Of A Pet Bear 16:01

1M ago16:01

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Listeners Christie and Jay have fired in two very different but equally thought provoling questions for Darren and Joe to chew over this week. One involves the real life pros and cons of having a friendly bear as a best pal and the other has Joe falling from space from a great height. They also hear from an irrate punter who claims they almost kill…

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560: Allen Brooks: Knock on the Coffin Lid, Cat Quest 3, CYGNI: All Guns Blazing, Star Wars: Dark Forces Remaster, Ninja 5-0, Uncharted Golden Abyss, Max Payne remakes, more Hi-Fi Rush coming, Ready at ... 1:57:21

1M ago1:57:21

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Jeff and Christian welcome the founder of the Continues Arcade, Allen Brooks, to the show this week to discuss Remedy putting the Max Payne remake into full production, Tango Gameworks given a second chance, and Ready at Dawn shuddered by Meta. The Playlist: Uncharted Golden Abyss, Ninja 5-0, FF7 Rebirth, Dark Forces Remaster, CYGNI: All Guns Blazi…

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Ep 162: The Greatest Spiceman 55:14

1M ago55:14

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The day has finally come. He had many doubters both on the podcast and beyond, but Joe has finally opened his food truck! In typical Joe fashion, he chose to do it at a charity match feeding the hungry masses his extra spicy spice bag allowing them to get as hot and sweaty as him and the other influencers on the pitch. While Darren was not and will…

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The Unstoppable Dance: Investigating the 1518 Plague 1:13:57

2M ago1:13:57

1:13:57

Send us a text Feeling a bit skeptical about Doug's new obsession with pickleball? You're not alone! Join us as Ron humorously navigates Doug’s impassioned explanation of this fast-growing sport, and hear their playful banter on the ‘pickle glow’ phenomenon. Ever wondered if you could light up a room with pickles and potatoes? We explore that quirk…

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Bonus: Sorry is the Hardest Word 20:44

1M ago20:44

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Hiding from one of cinema’s most terrifying monsters is the challenge for Darren this week. Joe is offered a road to karmic redemption via a niche 00s TV reference, but he has complicated feelings about it and thinks life as an incarcerated martyr might be easier than a simple apology. Biscuits prove a big distraction and Joe realises he had made h…

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559: Andy Tudor: Bungie layoffs, Game Informer no more, THQ Nordic Showcase, Titan Quest 2, Gothic Remake, Wreckfest 2, Eternal Life of Goldman, Once Human, NCAA Football 25, Star Trek Resurgence, Ready ... 1:53:01

1M ago1:53:01

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Jeff and Christian welcome Game Director Andy Tudor to the show this week to discuss 220 more layoffs at Bungie, the complete dissolution of Game Informer Magazine, THQ's Showcase, and more! The Playlist: Once Human, First Descendant, Solo Leveling: Arise, College Football 25, Star Trek Resurgence, Bodycam, Marvel Snap Deadpool’s Diner, Ready Or No…

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Ep 161: Nothing's Coming Up McGucken 47:17

1M ago47:17

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It’s a consequential week in the Stall It universe, as Joe’s losing battle with karma continues. The universe will not relent in its onslaught of petty revenge against McGucken. In fact, it’s got so bad that he’s been looking for a tropical paradise to escape to. And in a major, monumental change of policy, he has revised his policy on birthday cel…

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Making Waves: The Dinosaur Theory That Didn't Hold Water 43:37

2M ago43:37

43:37

Send us a text Ever felt like the rug was pulled out from under your feet when a fact you held dear was debunked? That's the rollercoaster we're riding in our latest episode, where we tackle the towering tales and myths about dinosaurs that have shaped our understanding since childhood. Prepare to have your mind blown as we dissect the controversia…

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Bonus: Revenge of the Corn 19:02

2M ago19:02

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We find ourselves thrust into a serious debate about corn, on multiple fronts, as the much maligned vegetable has its reputation thrown in the gutter, only to bounce back empathically. We get a rare insight into the filtering process that clears questions for inclusion in the bonus episodes - and hear of some of the strangest ones we get in. There …

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558: Kyle Starr: Marvel Rivals, Arranger: A Role-Puzzling Adventure, EA Sports College Football 25, Dungeons of Hinterberg 2:12:29

2M ago2:12:29

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With Jeff out this week, Christian is joined by Anthony Taormina in the second-chair, and they welcome the host of the Y-Button podcast, Kyle Starr to the show to discuss Blizzard's World of Warcraft team unionizing, SAG-AFTRA members calling a strike against video game companies, and the release of Fallout: London The Playlist: Kingdom Hearts, Arr…

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Ep 160: Extra Ordinary 47:38

2M ago47:38

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There’s a conspiracy theory afoot this week, as Joe arrives late to the recording and finds few believers of his official version of events. He’s been off schmoozing with the greats of Irish film and TV, and comes back to the studio sounding like he had quite the weekend. There are tales of roof hopping and Darren and Joe find wild eyed fascination…

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The Cold Fire: Arson and Angst in the Norwegian Black Metal Scene 50:39

2M ago50:39

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Send us a text Each chord of nostalgia strikes a familiar tune, and as we ramble through the rebellious anthems of our youth, you're invited to join the riff. We revel in the musical tapestry that adorned our formative years, from the unleashed roar of Def Leppard to the nonchalant grooves of the B-52s, and the parental advisory-laden allure of Lim…

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Bonus: The Scourge of the Self Checkouts 15:53

2M ago15:53

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Joe needs to expand his pallet but are pickled pork rinds really the right way to do that? Maybe it would be the secret to surviving a beheading? Darren's true feelings about self checkouts are revealed and let's just say they're not positive. And that's not the only potentially controversial opinion he shares as he slates a much beloved TV show. T…

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557: Alex Sulman: EvilVEvil, Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess, Flintlock, FTC v Microsoft continues, Bethesda unionizes, EVO rocks, Minecraft Dungeons, Assassin's Creed Mirage 1:58:28

2M ago1:58:28

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Jeff and Christian welcome Lead Gameplay Designer, Alex Sulman back to the show this week to discuss the biggest EVO fighting game championships ever, Xbox Game Pass price hikes raising the FTC's ire, and union efforts at Bethesda. The Playlist: Flintlock, Assassin's Creed Mirage, Windjammers, Marvel Snap, EvilVEvil, Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Godde…

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Ep 159: The Legend of the Pet Rock 48:49

2M ago48:49

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Joe's on a health kick that includes lugging around the world's biggest, and most passive aggressive water bottle. He won't be taking up jumping for exercise though and has something to say to any adults thinking of heading along to jumpzone. Darren's considering investing in a storage unit - either for his own stuff or full of someone else's poten…

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A Gap in the Timeline: A Medieval Vanishing Act in the Phantom Time Hypothesis 1:21:14

2M ago1:21:14

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Send us a text Ever wondered if you've been singing the wrong lyrics your whole life? You’re not alone! Join Don, Doug, and Ron as we laugh at our younger selves, recalling those hilarious moments of confidently singing incorrect lyrics. From Ron thinking an auto mall jingle said “keys on thin ice” to Doug’s entertaining mumbling to Puddle of Mudd'…

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Bonus: Just a Perfect Day 21:01

2M ago21:01

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We attempt to design the perfect day, which takes us from pastries in bed, to a BBQ in Finglas, with some parachuting on the Amalfi coast, and a couple of trips into space. Joe remembers, with some disgust, the short lived availability of alcoholic milkshakes. The people have come out in support of Darren’s crocs, and making him feel very validated…

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