Best Speedrun Hype Podcasts (2024)

1
20 Why I'm REALLY Hyped for YouTube's New "Hype" Leaderboards 1:02:21

6d ago1:02:21

1:02:21

YouTube recently announced two new features. "Veo" will allow users to create AI-generated clips and backgrounds for Shorts. And "Hype" is a new way for fans to support small and medium-sized channels. The former seems like a bad but inevitable feature that will flood YouTube with synthetic, low-effort content. But the latter could be a major leap …

1
19 Puppy Songs: How 2 Dogs, Pandemic Boredom, and LOTS of Hard Work Launched a Viral Music Career | Matt Hobbs 1:26:23

13d ago1:26:23

1:26:23

Matt Hobbs was a working musician and the "house band" for an improv theater in Atlanta. Then the pandemic hit in 2020. With live performance on hold and life getting boring, he looked for musical inspiration at home. Luckily, his two adorable chihuahuas, Lenny and Mar-Pup, delivered. On a whim, he began writing short and ridiculous songs from the …

1
18 The Internet Archive Is in Big Trouble...and It Might Be Their Own Fault 51:58

20d ago51:58

51:58

The Internet Archive, a non-profit repository for BILLIONS of pieces of media, has been lending digital books from its library since 2011 without a hitch. But in March 2020, they made one crucial mistake that now poses an existential threat to the online "Library of Alexandria." This week, The Internet Archive lost its appeal in a lawsuit brought b…

1
17 Accessibility Unlocked: How Blind Players Enjoy the Video Games We Take for Granted | SightlessKombat, Aure, & Ohylli 1:25:03

27d ago1:25:03

1:25:03

SightlessKombat is a video game streamer and reviewer, who also consults on some of the industry's biggest titles: "God of War," "Sea of Thieves," "Horizon: Forbidden West," and more. Yet he has never seen a single pixel. That's because he was born blind — completely without vision. But he was drawn to video games from a young age because ... well,…

1
16 Why New Laws to Protect Kids Online Might Backfire | Paul Singer 1:08:46

1M ago1:08:46

1:08:46

Most people can agree that protecting children from harmful online content — self-harm, disordered eating, gore, disinformation, extreme social pressure — is a good idea. Much of that falls on parents. But algorithms are disturbingly good at showing us extreme content we never searched, but can't look away from. Addiction (and thus more ads) is soc…

1
15 Is It OK for my kids to keep watching MrBeast? 57:14

1M ago57:14

57:14

The flood of allegations around the world's most famous influencer range from petty YouTube drama to serious (and possibly illegal) safety issues. MrBeast is very popular in our household, but the raft of controversy makes us question whether our kids should keep enjoying their favorite YouTube channel. This week, I break down why The Beast is unde…

1
14 Speedrunning "Stardew Valley" Is More Complicated Than You Can Imagine | @lichatton & @atwentysomethingloser 1:18:34

2M ago1:18:34

1:18:34

It's a busy week here in my house, so while I'm lining up fresh interviews for you, please enjoy this feed drop from my other show, where we interviewed two wonderful video game speedrunners who race through one of the chillest games ever made: "Stardew Valley." - Originally published on January 13, 2023 - Where RUSHING into marriage is a good idea…

1
13 There's Never Been a Better Time to Talk About Death | Caren Martineau & Jade Adgate 1:29:50

2M ago1:29:50

1:29:50

You and everyone you love will die. There's no way around it. Yet we rarely talk or think about the topic until we have to. For the first time in human history, we are "living longer and dying slower." That's good news, but it also creates a cultural disassociation with the reality of death. But there's a growing movement - online and IRL - around …

1
12 The Skibidi Cinematic Universe: Why Michael Bay Is Cashing In on Toilet Heads 1:38:25

2M ago1:38:25

1:38:25

The surreal machinima "Skibidi Toilet" has been viewed 65 BILLION times across platforms, attracting the attention of Hollywood explosion enthusiast Michael Bay. The mega producer (Transformers, Pirates of the Caribbean) has licensed the bizarre web series to make a feature length film or TV series. The Gen Alpha meme generator is more than just a …

1
11 Why Professional Content Moderators Can't Afford to Lose Faith in Humanity | Alice Hunsberger 1:30:31

2M ago1:30:31

1:30:31

When we report a spammer, a scammer, or online harassment, where does it go? Who decides what gets removed or banned? Bots can do some of the work, but when it comes to messy online emotions, we need human expertise for context and judgement. So who are these heroes? What do they see all day? And how does content moderation work on a global scale, …

1
10 ADHD and Sex: How a Life-Changing Diagnosis Launched Her Viral TikTok Career | Catie Osborn 1:30:14

3M ago1:30:14

1:30:14

When Catie Osborn ( @Catieosaurus ) had a medical emergency, she thought she was losing her mind — perhaps experiencing early onset dementia. But after further evaluation, she got a much different diagnosis: ADHD. Suddenly, her entire life snapped into focus: Intense fixation and extreme boredom, difficulty maintaining friendships, the crushing bur…

1
09 Stop Doom-Scrolling: His Daily Doses of Hope PROVE We Can Beat the Climate Crisis | @JacobSimonSays 1:34:03

3M ago1:34:03

1:34:03

At the age of 7, Jacob Simon set out to become a world-class figure skater. He competed around the world and was training for the Olympics when a dislocated shoulder derailed his career. Devastated but not defeated, he made a conscious choice to focus on the positive. His other skills as a writer and artist came in handy when he started sharing sho…

1
Exploring Klonoa Games: History, Remakes, and Future Prospects 5:51

3M ago5:51

5:51

Join us on the SpeedrunHype.com podcast as we dive deep into the beloved Klonoa series. From its origins with "Klonoa: Door to Phantomile" to the latest remastered collection in the "Klonoa Phantasy Reverie Series," we cover it all. Discover detailed game reviews, essential tips and tricks, and the touching stories behind Klonoa's adventures. We al…

1
08 The "Ken Burns of Video Games" Nailed Longform YouTube Before It Was Cool | The Gaming Historian (Norman Caruso) 1:56:34

3M ago1:56:34

1:56:34

I'm on vacation this week, but very happy to share this interview we did on another show, with Norman Caruso (The Gaming Historian) back in 2021. If you enjoy games as much as we do, check out "Colette & Matt Have Entered the Chat," wherever you get podcasts: https://haveenteredthechat.com/ -- Original Show Notes from May 28, 2021 -- Norman Caruso,…

1
07 Meet the Comedy Nerd Documenting the History of Late Night, One Podcast at a Time | Mark Malkoff 1:39:19

3M ago1:39:19

1:39:19

When Mark Malkoff was in 8th grade, he wrote a letter to Phil Hartman, one of his comedy heroes on "Saturday Night Live." He assumed Hartman was too famous and busy to look at fan mail. Except, Hartman *did* respond with a heartfelt note. For Mark, this (and many other encounters) cemented a life-long obsession with comedy and late night TV — so mu…

1
06 He Quit His World-Touring Band to Teach Drum Lessons on the Internet | Mike Johnston 1:29:58

3M ago1:29:58

1:29:58

Mike Johnston was living the dream. His band was signed to a major label. He was touring the world, playing for thousands of adoring fans, and making good money. But something was missing. He didn't know what, until a friend told him how happy he looked when he was teaching drums, rather than performing. That's when he figured out he has an "educat…

1
05 Information Disorder: The Disturbing Rise of Political Misinformation Influencers | Lam Thuy Vo 1:53:45

4M ago1:53:45

1:53:45

“Fake news,” conspiracy theories, and click-bait are no stranger to all our Internet feeds. When we spot it, we may block an account or kindly refer a relative to a more reputable source. But what about the misinformation we can’t even see? Specifically, content in other languages, created for online communities we can’t possibly access? For the re…

1
04 How a Star Wars Parody Show Changed YouTube Forever | Blame Society (Aaron Yonda & Matt Sloan) 1:14:46

4M ago1:14:46

1:14:46

The early days of YouTube were for home movies, cat videos, and short vlogs. But in the summer of 2006, something emerged from Wisconsin that would change our perception of what Internet video was capable of. “Chad Vader: Day Shift Manager” tells the classic story of Darth Vader’s younger brother, who commands a middle-management job at the local g…

1
03 Why This Brilliant Visual FX Artist Would Rather Work on TikTok Than in Hollywood | Chelsea VFX 1:09:22

4M ago1:09:22

1:09:22

Chelsea Laufer went to a prestigious film school. She got a job in TV production, and then in animation. But it wasn't until she uploaded her *own* creations to the Internet that her life turned magical. Chelsea VFX makes inspired, short-form digital magic tricks where she disappears into hula hoops, takes a dip in her own cup of coffee, and change…

1
02 He Gained 500,000 YouTube Subscribers After Making One Key Change | Craig Benzine (WheezyWaiter) 1:19:18

4M ago1:19:18

1:19:18

When I was coming up in media and learning about online video around 2010-2011, Craig Benzine (known to the Internet as @wheezywaiter ) was a big inspiration. His videos were so absurd, so fast, and so funny. I felt like he was speaking to a new kind of audience. "YouTuber" was starting to become a job, and being ridiculous on the Internet could pa…

1
01 This Wildly Popular True Crime Podcaster Has a Secret Double Life | Jack Rhysider | Darknet Diaries 1:09:07

5M ago1:09:07

1:09:07

The mysterious Jack Rhysider talks to hackers, cyber criminals, bank robbers, crypto scammers, (real!) spies, CIA agents, and penetration testers. Because his job sends him to the darkest corners of the Internet, his true identity is not known. But that never stops him from sharing how his extraordinary podcast - Darknet Diaries - comes together. F…

1
Introducing: INFLUENCE with Matt Silverman 44:28

6M ago44:28

44:28

Oh hey there! Matt here. It's been a minute, but if you're subscribed to this feed, I have a big update for you. 2G1P is now INFLUENCE, and I'm very excited (and nervous!) to be taking the reigns of a show we are so proud of. All the details you need to know are in this ep, and down below. I hope you'll join me for this next chapter! Help me reach …

1
Exoprimal’s Latest Update: Mega Man Collab, New Exosuits & Modes Unleashed 3:04

6M ago3:04

3:04

Capcom’s Exoprimal gears up for its most exciting expansion yet with a Mega Man crossover, additional Exosuit variants, and innovative game modes, set to revolutionize dino-busting gameplay. alued Exofighters! The latest dinosaur forecast indicates Exoprimal™ will summon Title Update 4 this month. In a new trailer released today, Capcom revealed ne…

1
Crypt Stalker: Retro Demon-Slaying Adventure Hits Nintendo Switch 3:55

6M ago3:55

3:55

Earth will not be conquered by measly demons! An old-school adventure, Crypt Stalker, is now on Nintendo Switch consoles. RedDeer.Games, in a close partnership with developer Sinclair Strange, presents one heck of a throwback. Crypt Stalker will remind players of the 8-bit wonders of their youth (or their parents’ youth). Retro demon slayers can no…

1
Slave Zero X Unleashed: Intense Biopunk Hack-and-Slash Adventure Now on Nintendo Switch 5:18

6M ago5:18

5:18

In this episode, we're diving into the thrilling world of "Slave Zero X," a fiercely intense 2.5D hack-and-slash game now slicing its way onto the Nintendo Switch on April 11. Published by Ziggurat Interactive, this biopunk title, already available on PC and other consoles, promises a brutally engaging experience. The game features the protagonist,…

1
SQUARE ENIX PULLS BACK THE CURTAIN ON FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH WITH NEW DOCUMENTARY SERIES 7:26

6M ago7:26

7:26

SQUARE ENIX® has released a four-part documentary series titled Inside FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH. The series uncovers the stories behind the making of the Metacritic “Must Play” game, which has been heralded as “the best Final Fantasy of the century” by The Washington Post, through the eyes of the legendary development team including Director Naoki…

1
Hiatus 7:19

9M ago7:19

7:19

Happy new year! We wanted to share an update about some truly unexpected circumstances, and explain that the show (and all Patreon contributions) will be paused while we figure things out. We hope you'll still hang with us on Discord, and please get in touch if you have any questions: discord.gg/2g1p 2g1podcast@gmail.com Learn more about your ad ch…

1
282 3 GIRLS 1 PODCAST 1:07:14

9M ago1:07:14

1:07:14

This week we're joined by an EXTREMELY special guest. You might even say ... it's a Christmas miracle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Matt Silverman

1
281 How Medievalists Went From Dusty Libraries to Online Influencers 1:01:57

10M ago1:01:57

1:01:57

Academic researchers have typically kept to universities and book publishing. But as the Web was maturing in the mid 2000s, blogs and social media accounts devoted to history attracted significant audiences. It turns out lots of people (besides professors) wanted to learn about stuff like: The Middle Ages. Danièle Cybulskie (known as the "5 Minute …

1
280 What Is the Best Christmas Movie? (Correct Answers Only) 1:00:22

10M ago1:00:22

1:00:22

Alli is away being a lady businessman, so Lindsey and Matt discuss why "Deep Space 9" and "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" were WAY ahead of their time, a Christmas dive bar in Seattle, and which Christmas movies are the best. We want to hear your opinions, so call the hotline, email us, or let us know in the Discord! Support 2G1P on Patreon! https://www…

1
279 How to Start a Fight in the "Golden Girls" Fandom 1:13:45

10M ago1:13:45

1:13:45

"The Golden Girls" is a network sitcom anomaly. The hit NBC show about four single, senior women ran from 1985 to 1992, and was extremely progressive for its time. The power of reruns (and pandemic-era binge streaming) has kept it culturally relevant, and a devoted online fandom has blossomed around its beloved cast. Facebook Groups, YouTube channe…

1
278 The Most DAY OFF Day of the Year 30:28

10M ago30:28

30:28

We gear up for Friendsgiving and Thanksgiving, and look ahead to the chillest, most do-nothing day of all: Christmas Eve if you're Jewish. Also, where are all the Thanksgiving songs, and could we write a hit and become instant millionaires? We also ponder whether former 2G1P co-host Jen really listens to the show every week... Support 2G1P on Patre…

1
277 What President Biden's Executive Order on AI Means for the Internet's Future 1:04:33

11M ago1:04:33

1:04:33

President Joe Biden recently issued an executive order that attempts to put standards and guardrails on how AI should be used, specifically when it comes to government agencies (law enforcement, housing, etc.). It comes at a time when algorithmic and generative technologies show increasing bias and harm, while congress seems ineffective at regulati…

1
276 A CAPTCHA for Ignorance 39:44

11M ago39:44

39:44

Alli proposes a test for social media users to determine if they are qualified to post about politics online, and Lindsey explains an unhinged British reality dating show that's mostly just shots of people's genitals. Also, a Halloween costume recap and Thanksgiving plans. Support 2G1P on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/2G1P Join the 2G1P Discord …

1
275 The Explosive Growth of Computer Keyboard Mod Culture (with Hipyo Tech) 1:02:44

11M ago1:02:44

1:02:44

Like many of us, Hipyo was bored and laid off during the pandemic. When he needed to find a better keyboard to play PC games, he uncovered a rabbit hole of key cap enthusiasts, mostly on Discord and Reddit. With a bit of research into what people wanted from "keyboard content," he started a YouTube channel. Three years (and more than 500 videos) la…

1
274 Regular Dumb or Dangerous Dumb? 30:22

11M ago30:22

30:22

Alli shares some news about her live show format and Lindsey updates us on her dating life. Also, a big eureka! moment, the disappointment of Ryan Lochte, and gearing up for spoopy season in our Discord! Also, Elon Musk is still a dum dum! Support 2G1P on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/2G1P Join the 2G1P Discord community: http://discord.gg/2g1p …

1
273 Will AI Supercharge or Destroy Wikipedia As We Know It? 1:11:47

11M ago1:11:47

1:11:47

Large language models like ChatGPT owe their success to open knowledge platforms like Wikipedia. So, are they as "smart" as human Wikipedia editors? In many ways, they're even smarter, and orders of magnitude faster at writing clear, concise articles about straightforward facts. But as usual, the devil is in the details. Providing context around ce…

1
272 In Which We Try Very Hard to Not Talk About the Middle East 41:58

12M ago41:58

41:58

Since there's definitely nothing important going on in the world this week, we talk about Halloween costumes, learning sine and cosine in high school, evolutionary psychology, how to end a bad date, and...probably other things? If you're in NYC this week, you can get tickets to Lindsey's show here: https://www.frigid.nyc/event/6897:544/ Support 2G1…

1
271 Wikipedians Are at War Over the Inclusion of Roads and Highways 1:02:51

12M ago1:02:51

1:02:51

What makes something notable? What kind of sources are needed for a thing to have a Wikipedia article about it? These philosophical issues are discussed by volunteer Wikipedia editors constantly to ensure that the non-profit encyclopedia is accurate and relevant. But a community of self-described "Road Geeks" has been at odds with Wikipedia's stand…

1
270 The Greatest TV Theme Song Ever Written, According to Science* 48:30

12M ago48:30

48:30

Alli is spending time in the "real world" with her live show, so Lindsey and Matt catch up on her recent thrifting adventures in Portland (Oregon), watching weird birds go down a chimney, spoopy kids' books, unhinged NYC weather, and conclusive evidence of the best TV theme song ever written. Support 2G1P on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/2G1P Jo…

1
269 How "Bama Rush" TikTok Became a Bizarre Social Media Reality Show 1:15:33

1y ago1:15:33

1:15:33

At the University of Alabama, rushing for a sorority has become a cottage industry, thanks to social media. Centering on "blindingly White" college students and their influencer aspirations. "RushTok" is now a cultural phenomenon, complete with management deals, style consultants, and a massive audience of Internet onlookers who are seriously inves…

1
Creating "Positive Peer Pressure" With Study Streamers [ENCORE] 53:06

1y ago53:06

53:06

We dip into the back catalog this week with another fave from yesteryear. Don't forget to take our listener survey: https://form.jotform.com/232267699994075 -- Original Show Notes, Jan 24, 2022 -- Studying, writing, and remote work can be a lonely time. Add in a dose of global pandemic, and the endless isolation can be overwhelming. It's no surpris…

1
268 How Virtual Worlds Became a Safe Space for Non-Human Identities (Toy Dragon) 1:32:56

1y ago1:32:56

1:32:56

We return to the world of VRChat and the concentric circles of non-human identities with Toy Dragon (It/Its). Its long journey of self-discovery and lucid dreams confirmed that it identifies as a small, loveable red dragon. But unlike other human and gender identities, it was difficult to express this form socially -- until now. Toy Dragon shares h…

1
267 A Big Announcement and the Independent Future of 2G1P! 48:42

1y ago48:42

48:42

We have some BIG news for our listeners, but first, let's talk about the weather at Burning Man for 20 minutes! If you have 2 minutes, PLEASE take our 100% anonymous listener survey! It will help us improve the show, make it more efficient to produce, and help us focus on what's important to you, our listeners! https://form.jotform.com/232267699994…

1
The Weird Stuff Lurking in the "Depths of Wikipedia" [ENCORE] 1:01:49

1y ago1:01:49

1:01:49

We're off this week, but sharing another one of our faves! -- Original Show Notes, January 9, 2023 -- Wikipedia is your one-stop shop for high level info on public figures, geography, and academic concepts. But the volunteer editors of the free and open digital reference also make copious entries about "low quality images of cats," "Blobjects," "Na…

1
265 Where We're Going, We Don't Need Hosts: The AI Future of 2G1P 48:02

1y ago48:02

48:02

This week, we're excited to debut the completely synthetic, AI-generated future of 2G1P, and it's....quite bad! But also, terrifying. And hilarious. Our ex-hosts react to their audio clones, and we discuss the ramifications of a fully synthetic podcast. Plus, your actual, organic voicemail. Special thanks to Evan Engel for editing help. Support 2G1…

1
264 What to Expect When You're Expecting a Baby in 'Second Life' 1:18:31

1y ago1:18:31

1:18:31

Years ago, Carrie Tatsu spent $300 on some virtual real estate to set up shop and sell the occasional 3D modeled cat. It wasn't long before she quit her job at an ad agency IRL to meet the overwhelming player demand for custom virtual babies and pregnancy bodies that simulate childbirth and parenthood. Today, she has a thriving "Second Life" busine…

1
263 Millions of Fans Are Obsessed With "Sink Reviews" 51:07

1y ago51:07

51:07

On a whim (and after a few drinks), Dean Peterson thought it would be funny to rate the bathroom sink of a local bar in NYC. His Instagram followers agreed, and "Sink Reviews" was born. When he began sharing them on TikTok, the party really got going. Millions of views, followers, likes, and comments later, rabid fans of "SinkTok" came out of the w…

1
Adult Breastfeeding Is About Way More Than Kink [ENCORE] 1:11:10

1y ago1:11:10

1:11:10

We're off this week, but here's another classic 2G1P from the archives that blew our minds. -- Original Show Notes From Jul 4, 2022 -- 219 Adult Breastfeeding & Nursing Relationships You might assume that men drinking breastmilk is yet another kink — and it can be. But Mikalah says it's often a comfort and a lifestyle for many in the community. She…

1
262 We Got a Guided Tour of Second Life! 46:12

1y ago46:12

46:12

Alli and Lindsey joined Second Life and got a grand tour of its public squares, roleplay venues, night clubs, a pony farm, and of course, the sex shops. New listener and longtime Second Life creator Sasy Scarborough guided them through the avatar creation process, and customizing clothes and body types. They discuss why it was both fascinating, ins…

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Speedrun Hype Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Quick Reference Guide