Best Bitbloggist Podcasts (2024)

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BitCast: May 2024 Gaming Updates, Reviews & Nostalgic Trivia 1:16:02

28d ago1:16:02

1:16:02

Join hosts Jake Martin and Landry Smith in BitCast Episode 120, where they dive into the latest gaming news from May 2024. They discuss major updates from Square Enix, Microsoft, and Nintendo, new game announcements like Assassin's Creed Shadows, and notable releases including 'Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown' and 'Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year D…

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April 2024 | BitCast - A Monthly Gaming Podcast 1:10:02

2M ago1:10:02

1:10:02

Jake Martin and Landry Smith offer an engaging rundown of the latest gaming news, insightful discussions, and fun segments. They start by diving into Belatro, a novel roguelike poker game, and share their insights on recent game releases, the impact of the Wii U and 3DS server shutdowns on gaming, and the state of Xbox’s Q3 financials. The episode …

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March 2024 | BitCast - A Monthly Gaming Podcast 1:19:20

3M ago1:19:20

1:19:20

In this episode, hosts Jake Martin and Landry Smith recap the biggest gaming news from March, take a sneak peek at upcoming releases for April 2024, and discussions ranging from the legacy of Akira Toriyama to 'nontroversial' microtransactions. A special focus is placed on Castlevania: Symphony of the Night, exploring hidden spells, game secrets, a…

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Discussing Best Picture Nominees for the 96th Oscars (Bonus Episode) 2:16:21

4M ago2:16:21

2:16:21

Jake Martin, Zack Flowers, and Gordon Inman share opinions on each of the nominees, and cast their votes for which films they want to win, and which one is most likely to win! Time Stamps: 0:00 Intro 01:00 Introducing Film Buff Extraordinaire: Gordon Inman 05:51 American Fiction 17:25 Anatomy of a Fall 30:43 Barbie 46:45 The Holdovers 53:10 Killers…

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February 2024 | BitCast - A Monthly Gaming Podcast 1:10:16

4M ago1:10:16

1:10:16

In the 117th episode of BitCast for February 2024, hosts Jake Martin and Landry Smith cover a range of topics including the PlayStation State of Play, Microsoft's speculative role as a third-party publisher, layoffs at Sony, and the formation of the IGN union. They also introduce the 'Horse Armor Trophy' awarded to PlayStation for the month's worst…

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January 2024 | BitCast - A Monthly Gaming Podcast 1:01:51

5M ago1:01:51

1:01:51

Welcome back to the new and improved (and slightly less frequent) BitCast! We've shifted to a monthly episode format where we'll be covering all of the gaming news from the previous month at a high level, with some fun tossed in there. 00:00 Intro 09:01 Gaming News 30:41 January Game Releases & Their Reception 45:35 Game N' Watch 50:33 Game of the …

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Our Favorite PlayStation 3 Games | BitCast - A Gaming Podcast Ep. 115 1:17:35

10M ago1:17:35

1:17:35

Landry and Jake take a trip down memory lane and each list off five of their favorite PlayStation 3 games. They also talk a bit more about Balder's Gate 3 and Charles Martinet retiring! Thanks for tuning in to talk about some stuff! Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 02:10 Jake's Tired of Twitter (X) 08:54 Reader Question 13:11 Baldur's Gate 3 is HOT 19:19 Ch…

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Should we Believe the Switch 2 Rumors? | BitCast Ep. 114 53:35

11M ago53:35

53:35

We dissect the latest rumors surrounding the Nintendo Switch 2. Join us as we navigate through the grapevine of leaks, speculations, and whispers, all pointing towards the next evolution in portable gaming. Timestamps: Listen & Sub: Apple: https://apple.co/3TGeEeM Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3ucxT2B Google: https://bit.ly/3X9pi0f Castbox: https://bit…

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Xbox and Activision | BitCast Ep. 113 45:57

11M ago45:57

45:57

At long last, BitCast is back! Landry and Jake discuss the latest news from the week, and give their thoughts on the final decision in the Microsoft v. FTC trial Listen & Sub: Apple: https://apple.co/3TGeEeM Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3ucxT2B Google: https://bit.ly/3X9pi0f Castbox: https://bit.ly/3hNoPRr Overcast: https://bit.ly/3g9bqCP Pocket Casts…

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2023 Oscars Best Picture Discussion & Predictions 1:43:59

1+ y ago1:43:59

1:43:59

Zack and Jake are back to talk about the nominees of the best picture category for the 2023 Oscars or Academy Awards!

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The Last of Us TV Series Impressions 1:05:03

1+ y ago1:05:03

1:05:03

The Last of Us premiere is one of HBO’s biggest debuts since Game of Thrones. Landry, Ryan, and Jake give their overall impressions of the premiere, what changes they liked and maybe didn’t like, and then talk about hopes for the future of the series. What did you think of HBO’s, The Last of Us? Let us know by writing into bitcast@bitbloggist.com! …

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Games of 2023 We're Most Excited For 1:04:52

1+ y ago1:04:52

1:04:52

Another year gone and another year ahead of us. Jake, Justin, and Matthew look at games slated for release in 2023, and pick three of their most anticipated titles. What are you most looking forward to? Let us know by writing into bitcast@bitbloggist.com! Time Codes: 00:00:00 Intro 00:04:12 What are ya playin'? 00:04:19 Justin - Chained Echoes 00:0…

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Ranking Every 3D Zelda Game 1:55:02

1+ y ago1:55:02

1:55:02

Ranking every 3D Zelda game? Some might think it impossible, but not the Nintenbros! Buckle up for one of our longest podcasts, as the guys discuss and rank every 3D Zelda game. In case you were wondering, that's Ocarina of Time, Majora's Mask, Wind Waker, Twilight Princess, Skyward Sword, and Breath of the Wild. A truly tough task as each of these…

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Best Games of 2022 38:01

1+ y ago38:01

38:01

It's time to reflect on 2022 and all of the great games that released this year. Mark, Landry, and Jake have each chosen three games that they believe were the best releases they played, and at the very end rate 2022 holistically. Which games will come out on top? Tune in to find out! Time Codes: 00:00:00 Intro 00:01:56 Best Games of 2022 00:02:15 …

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Being a Gamer Dad: Reloaded 39:12

1+ y ago39:12

39:12

It's been 5 years since Dustin and Jake talked about what it's like being a dad gamer. At that time, only Dustin had just entered into the world of parenthood. Now, Jake and Dustin reconvene on the mics of BitCast to talk about their lived experiences so far, and hopefully distill some wisdom to those who are new or soon-to-be parents. Time Codes: …

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Pokémon Scarlet and Violet Impressions 39:40

1+ y ago39:40

39:40

A new era of Pokémon has arrived! Scarlet and Violet released on November 18th, just in time for Thanksgiving break. Michael Carrillo and Jake break down new features and the glaring performance issues that have plague Pokémon games. Do we recommend jumping into Paldea? Tune in to find out! Time Codes: (00:00:34) - Intro (00:02:35) - What are ya pl…

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God of War Ragnarök Impressions 37:48

1+ y ago37:48

37:48

God of War Ragnarök has been out for a bit now, which means that we’ve had enough time to play it and give you our thoughts. Listen in to this spoiler-free episode of BitCast with Brock and Jake as they break down the latest from Studio Santa Monica. Timecodes: (00:00:00) - Intro (00:01:55) - What are ya playin’? (00:08:05) - Nostalgia and Gaming (…

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Video Game Nostalgia 36:56

1+ y ago36:56

36:56

We all have nostalgia for certain periods of time in our lives, and some of those memories might just be associated with gaming. Video Games tend to carry a lot of nostalgia for people, and so we’re digging deeper to look at the connection between our favorite medium, gaming, and the powerhouse that is nostalgia. TimeCodes: (00:03:23) - Intro (00:0…

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Are Open World Games Bad? 44:40

2y ago44:40

44:40

Open world games are very common now, but there was a time when the term 'Open World' didn't even exist. More AAA developers are producing open world games, but is that a good thing? Jake is starting to believe that most open world games aren't very good, so he's invited his older brother, Brock onto BitCast for the very first time to discuss. Than…

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Game Droughts and Backlogs 41:23

2y ago41:23

41:23

Summer 2022 is a bit slower than previous years, and people are saying that we're in what's called a game drought. So Landry and Jake define what a game drought looks like, analyze last years releases for the same time frame, and suggest some things you can do when you're waiting for the next big game. Time codes: (00:00:00) - Intro (00:05:41) - Wh…

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Not E3 Recap 56:21

2y ago56:21

56:21

Well - we've officially made it out of Summer Games Fest, Not E3, Summer of Games, whatever you want to call it, and truth be told, it was kind of a letdown. That's not to say there weren't some cool announcements, but it feels like this year was lacking. Justin and Matthew from Nintendo Watcher join the podcast this week to discuss what games they…

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Episode 100 Extravaganza 59:27

2y ago59:27

59:27

Because it’s our 100th episode, we’re obviously going to change things up a bit. First of all, this show was recorded live! So if you are tuning in, we’re glad to have ya! If you’re listening to this as a podcast after the fact, go ahead and jump on over to Twitch and follow BitBloggist so you can chat with us as we’re recording! We're listing off …

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PS Plus Relaunch 46:42

2y ago46:42

46:42

Eric Higgins hops onto the podcast to discuss the newest PlayStation Plus subscription tiers. We break down cost, included games, and if we think one is better than the other. Don't miss a new segment we're trying out that's called - "This game RIPS." Time Codes: (00:00:23) Intro (00:06:09) What are ya playin'? (00:12:37) PS Plus Relaunch (00:22:17…

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Kirby and the Forgotten Land Review 59:25

2y ago59:25

59:25

Nintendo’s latest first party title, Kirby and the Forgotten Land, has been out for about month now. We've had a few weeks to play enough of the game to give our review. We also discuss the recent rumors of Gameboy and Gameboy Advance games coming to Switch Online, and as always what we’ve been playing. TimeCodes: (00:00:20) - Intro (00:04:02) - Wh…

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2022 Best Picture Predictions 1:36:21

2+ y ago1:36:21

1:36:21

Zack and Jake meet again for the SIXTH annual Best Picture Predictions podcast. We're not just making predictions though, we're also talking about each of the ten nominated films, discussing the ups and downs, scientifically ranking them, AND THEN, we're predicting which film will take home the coveted award. Timecodes: (00:00:00) - Intro (00:04:52…

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Games of 2022 54:53

2+ y ago54:53

54:53

Mark and Jake take a look at all of the games that are coming out in 2022. Those with confirmed release dates and those that are supposed to come out this year. Time Codes: What are ya playin'? (00:03:38) Games with release dates (00:15:40) Games with unconfirmed release dates (00:39:45) -- Visit bitbloggist.com -- Listen to the podcast on your pre…

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Nintendo Switch Online - Worth It? 49:06

2+ y ago49:06

49:06

Is the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion worth it? Join Landry and Jake this week as they talk about Nintendo's new $50 online service, and if it's worth your hard-earned money. Timecodes: What are ya playin'? (00:07:01) NSO + Expansion Discussion (00:17:07) Outro (00:47:56) Podcast Theme by ok, tyler…

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Our E3 2021 Recap and Review 1:04:53

3y ago1:04:53

1:04:53

We’ve had our predictions episode, now it’s time to review E3 2021. Landry, Mark, Matt, and Jake talk about their favorite moments, their biggest letdowns, and of course, their overall thoughts.By BitBloggist

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Our E3 2021 Predictions and Analysis 1:16:08

3y ago1:16:08

1:16:08

Landry, Jake, and Mark talk about E3 2021. The different shows that are currently scheduled are all over the place, and it's the first time in history that we'll have an 'All Digital' E3! Timecodes: (00:00:00) Intro(00:03:04) - What’re Ya Playin’?(00:18:04) - E3 Lineup So Far(00:34:53) - What we would like to see from Nintendo(00:50:18) - What we w…

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New Pokémon Snap Review 38:26

3y ago38:26

38:26

Landry Smith joins the podcast to talk about New Pokémon Snap for the Nintendo Switch. We break down new mechanics in the game, anything we dislike, and of course, whether or not it's worth your hard-earned money.By BitBloggist

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What's Up With the PlayStation Hate? 43:48

3y ago43:48

43:48

This is not an inflammatory console war discussion of who's doing best. Instead, Landry wants the people to know that businesses need to act like businesses, even in and the gaming industry. Recent reporting however, seems to suggest that PlayStation has been making bad moves. Let's talk about that.By BitCast

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Best Picture Predictions for the 93rd Oscars 1:07:01

3y ago1:07:01

1:07:01

It's our FIFTH year for our annual Oscars or Academy Awards podcast. Zack and Jake discuss all of the best picture nominees and which one they think will win. Even if you don't intend on watching the Oscars, but have an interest in some of these movies, you should definitely listen in!By BitCast

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Nintendo 2021 Predictions 45:12

3+ y ago45:12

45:12

This is our first four-man zoom podcast and it's one you don't want to miss! Landry, Mark, Matt, and Jake are on the podcast this week to talk about what they hope to see from Nintendo in 2021, along with their own pie-in-the-sky prediction. Listen in to see if you think our dreams will become reality!…

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PlayStation 2020 Year in Review 45:21

3+ y ago45:21

45:21

The last podcast in our Year in Review series is finally here. Jake and Eric jump on the mics to discuss the Good, Bad, and Ugly of 2020 for PlayStation. Last year we saw the release of the PlayStation 5, along with a slew of other excellent titles like: The Last of Us: Part 2, Ghosts of Tsushima, Final Fantasy 7 Remake, Spider-man: Miles Morales, …

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Nintendo 2020 Year In Review 41:28

3+ y ago41:28

41:28

Nintendo had a pretty solid year overall, but didn’t quite release as many games as they may have hoped. In 2020 we saw: Super Mario 3D All Stars, Animal Crossing: New Horizons, Ring Fit Adventure, Pikmin 3, Hades, the release of three new Smash Bros. characters, and a few other notable titles.By BitBloggist

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Xbox 2020 Year In Review 34:36

3+ y ago34:36

34:36

2020 was a pretty rough year for many reasons. Gaming however, seemed to be more popular than ever. Xbox had a mixed bag of a year, so Mark and Jake get together to discuss. In 2020, we saw: the Halo Infinite delay, Xbox Series X and S launch, Zenimax and Bethesda acquisition, Game Pass continued growth, and much more.…

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The Game Awards Recap + PS5 Impressions 1:06:05

3+ y ago1:06:05

1:06:05

Landry and Jake talk about the 2020 Game Awards, and Jake gives his impressions on owning the PS5 so far. This show is also debuts a regular (hopefully) segment called Higher or Lower, where the player is asked to wager what might happen in the future.By BitBloggist

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Our Top 5 Favorite Games of All Time 1:18:04

3+ y ago1:18:04

1:18:04

This is a special episode where we take a break from the news cycle, and talk about our top five favorite games of all time. We would list out the games for you here, but that would ruin all of the fun. Tune in to take a trip down memory lane with Landry and Jake. What's your 'Top 5'?By BitCast

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PS5 Showcase and Next-Gen Comparisons 55:13

4y ago55:13

55:13

We finally know the details of the PS5's pricing and release date. BitCast newcomer Joe Saltich joins the show this week, and we walk through everything that was announced in the showcase. Of course with any new information about next generation consoles, it's only fitting that we compare the two and predict who we think will come out on top!…

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Super Mario Bros. 35th Anniversary and Xbox Pricing! 57:16

4y ago57:16

57:16

Landry and Jake have the pleasure of discussing a rather large week of news! The Mario Bros. 35th Anniversary was full of surprises, the best obviously being the long-rumored, Super Mario 3D All Stars Collection! Also, Xbox confirmed the pricing and release date for their TWO next gen consoles, the Xbox Series S and X. Tune in, to talk about some s…

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Games of 2020 and Looking at Next Gen 53:20

4y ago53:20

53:20

Mark and Jake talk about what games they're playing (00:02:51), games of 2020 (00:08:05), game of the year (00:28:56), Nintendo's marketing (00:31:34), Switch 2 rumors (00:41:09), and place their bets on the next gen console winner (00:43:03).By BitCast

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The Last of Us Part 2 Spoilercast pt. 2 1:12:14

4y ago1:12:14

1:12:14

We're back with part two of our spoilercast discussing... you guessed it, The Last of Us Part 2. Ryan, Landry, and Jake talk about the final moments of the game, and go into any other details that we found interesting.By BitBloggist

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The Last of Us Part 2 Spoilercast pt. 1 1:20:33

4y ago1:20:33

1:20:33

Sorry for any confusion but this is part one of our spoiler-filled review for The Last of Us Part 2. Landry, Ryan, and Jake talk about everything that's happened up to this sequel in the first game, break down gameplay, world-building, and much more. We absolutely love this game, and hope you enjoy hearing us nerd out about it. Please check out the…

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Animal Crossing: New Horizons Hype! 1:10:40

4y ago1:10:40

1:10:40

Woah! It's been a while! Sorry for the delay folks! Landry and Jake are on the mics this week, OVER VIDEO CHAT, to discuss everything from gaming in quarantine, and of course Animal Crossing: New Horizons! (00:00:00) - Intro(00:04:04) - What Are Ya Playin’?(00:09:46) - Gaming During Quarantine(00:13:44) - Everything is Cancelled! (00:28:11) - Mario…

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State of Gaming in 2020 1:07:06

4+ y ago1:07:06

1:07:06

We've had a somewhat slow start to 2020, but big announcements from each console manufacturer are just around the corner. Mark and Jake predict what may be in store for Nintendo (00:13:33), PlayStation (00:32:09), and Xbox (00:45:21) this year.By BitBloggist

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2020 Oscars Predictions 1:48:02

4+ y ago1:48:02

1:48:02

We had a great year of movies in 2019, and each of the best picture nominees show that. Zack and Jake walk through each nominee, give their honest opinions, and then predict who will win at this year's Oscars.By BitBloggist

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The Best Nintendo Switch Games in 2019 1:07:37

4+ y ago1:07:37

1:07:37

Landry and Jake run through their personal picks for the best games on the fantastic Nintendo Switch. What are some of your favorites?By BitBloggist

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Hobbs & Shaw Review 57:40

5y ago57:40

57:40

Fast and Furious Presents: Hobbs and Shaw is another spin-off in the Fast and Furious franchise. With the focus on cars shifted to a full-on action movie, the films loses some steam. Listen in to hear what we thought! WARNING: FULL SPOILERS AND GROSS BEHAVIOR on the podcast this week.By BitBloggist

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What's The Nintendo Switch Lite? 36:20

5y ago36:20

36:20

Nintendo is known for having multiple different devices in the market, ever since the inception of the Gameboy. The Switch Lite is the next step in that direction.By BitBloggist

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E3 2019 Recap 1:15:20

5y ago1:15:20

1:15:20

E3 2019 has already come and gone. Now that we've had a month-or-so to let the information digest, Landry and Jake run through all of the announcements, by each developer. Bethesda really only had Doom Eternal and a few new interesting IP's. EA was pretty weak outside of Jedi: Fallen Order. Nintendo brought some exciting news with Banjo in Smash an…

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