Jonny, and Joel pop the hood on the latest data-driven changes in the new Minecraft snapshot, tinker with the idea of reinforced chests, and go along for a ride with new ender pearl mechanics that could change the way players think about getting around in Minecraft. Show notes for The Spawn Chunks are here: https://thespawnchunks.com/2024/11/11/the…

Joel, and Jonny review the Pale Garden changes, and the addition of resin blocks to Minecraft Java Edition in the latest snapshot, field questions from listeners on dark planks, and bundle rabbit holes, and ask if the rollout of new content from Mojang is confusing for players. Show notes for The Spawn Chunks are here: https://thespawnchunks.com/20…

Joel has been modelling factory floors after Transformers in Satisfactory, and Jonny is back to talk about monkeying around in Mörk Borg, as well as the second half, and season finale of The Rings Of Power, Season 2. Show notes for The Citadel Cafe are here: http://www.thecitadelcafe.com/2024/10/31/the-citadel-cafe-485-the-long-game/ Join The Citad…

Episode 135 features the return of Tony Rapino, a man of many hats and talents, who is here because since his last appearance on episode 92 we've become friends! Which means I can ask him leading questions about his writing process and blocks, his baking habits, how he stays motivated, is he a recluse, and just how strong is his need to create and …

Jonny, and Joel review the new features of Bundles Of Bravery, the latest, live Minecraft update, and share their first impressions of the new resin blocks, and eyeblossom flowers coming to the Pale Garden in the Winter Drop. Show notes for The Spawn Chunks are here: https://thespawnchunks.com/2024/10/28/the-spawn-chunks-321-orange-is-the-new-block…

Joel, and Jonny run down the latest bug fixes as Bundles Of Bravery nears a final release, then discuss multiple emails from the community about the Pale Garden, pale oak trees, and The Creaking. Show notes for The Spawn Chunks are here: https://thespawnchunks.com/2024/10/21/the-spawn-chunks-320-how-pale-does-your-garden-grow/ Join The Spawn Chunks…

Episode 134 features Kristen Hamilton, a fiction book editor, living her best life doing what she loves from the comfort of her home. She's here to discuss how she started her business, learning on the job, multitasking, and working from home, plus we dive into the paralyzing nature of an abundance of choice, discuss comfort foods, and much much mo…

Jonny, and Joel cover multiple pre-releases for Minecraft 1.21.2, Bundles Of Bravery, hear feedback from a real life landscape architect on improving the Pale Garden biome, and discuss how changes to Minecraft difficulty could potentially effect future gameplay. Show notes for The Spawn Chunks are here: https://thespawnchunks.com/2024/10/14/the-spa…

Joel, and Jonny share their first hands on feedback on the Pale Garden, The Creaking, pale oak wood, and pale moss accessible as Experimental Features in the latest Minecraft snapshot. Plus, creative listener feedback on the new biome! Show notes for The Spawn Chunks are here: https://thespawnchunks.com/2024/10/07/the-spawn-chunks-318-over-the-pale…

Episode 133 features Jonathan Roth, he’s a drummer, writer, and a professional with more hats than titles, and his job description is basically a to do list, but he’s here to talk about being creatively fulfilled, writing, balance, playing music, listening to music, public radio and much much more. Mentioned and Helpful Links from This Episode jona…

Jonny, and Joel discuss the new features coming to Minecraft announced at Minecraft LIVE 2024 over the weekend. Will the Pale Garden live up to its name in future snapshots? Will The Creaking take root in the community? Plus, a behind the scenes look on the set of A Minecraft Movie! Show notes for The Spawn Chunks are here: https://thespawnchunks.c…

Joel, and Jonny explore the colourful new snapshot with dyeable bundles, answer listener email about legacy Minecraft features vs. moving the game forward, and look ahead to the new format, and potential announcements coming at Minecraft Live! Show notes for The Spawn Chunks are here: https://thespawnchunks.com/2024/09/23/the-spawn-chunks-316-bundl…

Episode 132 features Dave Hulagaard the person behind Twelve Days in June. We discuss his almost two decades hiatus from music, and how he's not only back, he hit the ground running. All that plus learning guitar, hitting publish, returning to things you once loved, and much much more. Mentioned and Helpful Links from This Episode Twelve Days in Ju…

Jonny, and Joel take a brief look at the latest Minecraft snapshot, discuss the new development cycle announced by Mojang, and answer listener email on bundle mechanics, redstone aesthetics, and how to make the leap from Bedrock Edition, to Java Minecraft. Show notes for The Spawn Chunks are here: https://thespawnchunks.com/2024/09/16/the-spawn-chu…

Joel, and Jonny share their thoughts on the teaser trailer for A Minecraft Movie, and talk about player expectations, the best kinds of stories for Minecraft, and a few new updates coming to the game. Show notes for The Spawn Chunks are here: https://thespawnchunks.com/2024/09/09/the-spawn-chunks-314-a-minecraft-movie-trailer-podcast/ Join The Spaw…

Joel, and Jonny talk about fantasy RPGs on screen, and on table top, before returning to Middle Earth to share their thoughts on the triple premiere episodes of The Rings Of Power, Season 2. Show notes for The Citadel Cafe are here: http://www.thecitadelcafe.com/2024/09/05/the-citadel-cafe-484-the-return-of-the-rings/ Join The Citadel Cafe Discord …

Episode 131 features the return of my friend and Master to my Padawan in all things Star Trek, Edward O’Hare. He’s back again to discuss my continuing journey this time through all things Star Trek: The Next Generation… Throughout the conversation, we discuss: Star Trek: The Next Generation Star Trek: Generations Star Trek: First Contact Star Trek:…

Jonny, and Joel cover the new changes made to bundles in the latest Minecraft snapshot, tackle a related listener email about bundles, player storage, and the UI, then discuss how to move an established Minecraft world to the next stage of inspiration. Show notes for The Spawn Chunks are here: https://thespawnchunks.com/2024/09/02/the-spawn-chunks-…

Joel, and Jonny cover the adjustments made to Experimental Features based on community feedback in this week’s Minecraft snapshot, as well as answer listener email about the heavy core, crafting, swinging signs, and spreadable leaves. Show notes for The Spawn Chunks are here: https://thespawnchunks.com/2024/08/26/the-spawn-chunks-312-the-core-of-be…

Episode 130 features Theo Smith, who you may have heard on streaming music services as King Triumph. We discuss his first album Everything is Fine, his music origin and hiatus from music, as well as, what got him back into it, how things have changed for him, what’s next, and so much more… Mentioned and Helpful Links from This Episode KingTriumph.c…

Jonny, and Joel immerse themselves in the first new snapshot for Minecraft 1.21 Tricky Trials where Mojang is experimenting with changes to minecarts, redstone, and bundles. A listener has a smashing idea for the mace, and both Jonny, and Joel have big projects on the go. Show notes for The Spawn Chunks are here: https://thespawnchunks.com/2024/08/…

Joel, and Stephen went to the movies! A spoiler filled discussion (You’ve been warned!) about Deadpool & Wolverine, reactions to some of the MARVEL news out of ComicCon, and an unexpected nostalgic LEGO Lamborghini. Show notes for The Citadel Cafe are here: http://www.thecitadelcafe.com/2024/08/14/the-citadel-cafe-483-deadpool-wolverine/ Join The C…

Joel, and Jonny cover the hotfix to Minecraft 1.21 issued by Mojang this past week, and look ahead to potential changes to minecarts hinted at by and old bug changing status in the bug tracker. Plus, listener email on soulless sand, and how Joel, and Jonny approach modded Minecraft. Show notes for The Spawn Chunks are here: https://thespawnchunks.c…

Episode 129 features Beth Tabler, editor of both the quarterly issues of Grimdark Magazine and also Before We Go Blog, Beth is much more than just an editor. She’s a writer, no matter how much she protests, she is in fact a writer, she’s also a master gardener, list completionist, and so much more… Mentioned and Helpful Links from This Episode Befo…

Jonny, and Joel chime in on the way Minecraft sounds are made, and some changes coming to Trial Chamber chests, then discuss block availability, and renewable resources in Minecraft based on listener email about harvesting wood, and collecting sand. Show notes for The Spawn Chunks are here: https://thespawnchunks.com/2024/08/05/the-spawn-chunks-309…

Jonny, and Joel relay the latest Beats, feats, and updates in Minecraft this week, discuss how data packs could become more commonplace, and how the crafter could influence future crafting recipes in Minecraft. Show notes for The Spawn Chunks are here: https://thespawnchunks.com/2024/07/29/the-spawn-chunks-308-crafting-the-uncraftable/ Join The Spa…

Episode 128 features Joel Duggan, a podcaster, twitch streamer, animator, cartoonist, and content creator who wears more hats than that! We discuss explaining what you do, commercials, influences, getting started, learning from others, passion, the desire to share, go behind the scenes on his podcasts and processes, and much more… Mentioned and Hel…