Author: David Lasby
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The Importance of Educating Kids about Games – Arsenal X Episode 30
The Arsenal X crew discuss violence and the importance of informing and educating your kids about ratings and what they see on screen.
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Classic Content: Let’s Pod and Play: Tomb Raider Definitive Edition
Welcome to Pod and Play Season 2! Edward and Corey talk about why they love Tomb Raider so much, Black Panther, and the importance of diversity and acceptance and how it should just be normal.
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Classic Content: Xpansion Pass: Are Indies Important to Xbox’s Future?
There are some high profile Indies on Xbox, but are they a priority?
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Classic Content: Xpansion Pass: There’s Still a Stigma To The Term Gamer, Whether You Like it or Not
The AX crew discuss the stigma that still revolves around gamers and nerd culture.
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Our Favorite Video Game Magazines – Expansion Pack
Edward and Corey discuss their favorite gaming magazines growing up.
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Happy Birthday Wind Waker! – Expansion Pack
Corey and Edward celebrate The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker’s birthday!
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Classic Content: Xpansion Pass: Games That Were Underwhelming
There are just some games that are overhyped and underwhelming.
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What If Super Mario Bros. 4 Existed? – Expansion Pack
Edward and Corey discuss what if Super Mario Bros. 4 existed and what would it look like?
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What if Microsoft Bought EA? – Arsenal X Podcast Episode 28
Rumor is Microsoft is looking to buy some developers, and one purchase may include major publisher EA.
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Classic Content: Xpansion Pass: Can Microsoft’s First Party Tell Great Stories?
Do Games like Gears and Halo among others have the chance to tell a great story?
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Metroid Multiplayer Part 2 – Expansion Pack
Corey and Edward discuss Metroid Multiplayer once again, this time adding influences of Halo, Destiny, Call of Duty, Overwatch, and more.
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Xbox GamePass and Anthem Gets Delayed – Arsenal X Episode 27
Anthem Gets Delayed to 2019 and Xbox GamePass has a big upside.
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Classic Content: Xpansion Pass: There’s Still a Stigma on the Term Gamer
The AX crew discuss the stigma that still revolves around gamers and nerd culture.
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How Zelda’s Evolutions Influenced the Industry Time and Time Again – Expansion Pack
Corey and Edward talk about the evolution of Zelda and how it influenced the industry over and over and over again.
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What Roles We Enjoy in Video Games – Arsenal X Episode 26
The crew discusses when given the choice what roles they like to play in video games.
The Massive Xbox Reset: Can Asha Sharma Save the Brand? – Boss Rush Podcast – A Podcast about Video Games
Support Boss Rush on Patreon.Xbox’s reset era continues as CEO Asha Sharma makes difficult but necessary changes to the company’s studio lineup, leadership, and franchise strategy, reshaping the brand around its biggest strengths.On this episode of the Boss Rush Podcast, Corey Dirrig discusses what Sharma’s studio-management overhaul could mean for the teams behind Fallout, Halo, and more. He also examines PlayStation’s evolving approach to physical media and live-service games, the changing stewardship of major franchises, and the tension between creative ambition and financial reality. This and more on the Boss Rush Podcast, part of the Boss Rush Network.Email us your questions and topic ideas to the podcast here.Join the Boss Rush Network Community Discord here.Follow the Boss Rush Network on X/Twitter, Bluesky, Facebook, LinkedIn, Threads, and Instagram.Thanks for your continued support of the Boss Rush Podcast and the Boss Rush Network! If you listen on podcast services, leave us a 5 star rating and a nice review or comment. If you're listening to this episode on YouTube, subscribe to the channel, like the video, leave a comment, and hit the bell so you don't miss an episode posting. Visit our website for more great content from Boss Rush and our community.
Switch 2 Rumors, an OLED Model, Kingdom Hearts, & Expedition 33 – Nintendo Pow Block Podcast – Now Your Podcasting with Power!
Email your questions to the podcast here. The Nintendo Switch 2 rumor mill continues to heat up with new games, ports, and even a new model on the horizon. In this episode of Nintendo Pow Block, Edward Varnell and Corey Dirrig dig into reports of a possible 1080p OLED model with a Samsung display, plus the wild rumor that Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 could arrive on Switch 2 with a true physical cartridge.They also discuss how The Super Mario Galaxy Movie may have officially canonized the U.S. version of Super Mario Bros. 2, Square Enix’s growing Switch 2 plans and upcoming Kingdom Hearts 25th-anniversary event, and Nintendo’s new multi-year Legend of Zelda toy partnership with Hasbro. To wrap up, they break down the ongoing physical-versus-digital debate playing out across PlayStation and the indie game scene. This and more on Nintendo Pow Block! Join our Communities:Join the Boss Rush Network Community Discord. Join the Boss Rush Network Facebook Group.Follow Nintendo Pow Block on Social Media: Nintendo Pow Block Podcast: X/Twitter, Bluesky, Instagram, Threads, FacebookYouTube, Twitch.TVFollow the Boss Rush Network: X/Twitter, Bluesky, Instagram, Threads, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, Twitch.TVFollow our Hosts: Edward Varnell, Cofounder of Boss Rush Media and host of Nintendo Pow Block. X/Twitter, Bluesky, InstagramCorey Dirrig, Cofounder and CEO of Boss Rush Media and host of the Boss Rush Podcast, Nintendo Pow Block, Xbox Casuals, and Tower Casuals: The Destiny Podcast. X/Twitter, Bluesky, Instagram, Threads, Mastodon, Facebook, LinkedInStephanie Klimov is the Vice President of Media and Developer Relations of The Boss Rush Network, the cohost of The Boss Rush Podcast, and leads the Boss Rush Spotlight initiative. X/Twitter, Instagram, Bluesky, LinkedInSupport Boss Rush Network:Support Boss Rush on Patreon and buy merch on our Store. Subscribe to Boss Rush on YouTube and visit our website at BossRush.net for more great content.Thanks for Your Continued Support!Thank you for supporting Nintendo Pow Block! If you’re listening on podcast platforms, leave us a five-star rating and a review. If you’re watching on YouTube, subscribe, like, comment, and hit the bell so you never miss an episode. Your support means the world—see you next time on Nintendo Pow Block!
Asha Sharma Continues the XBOX Reset with 3200 Layoffs and 4 Studios Out – Xbox Casuals: An Xbox Podcast
Email the podcast your questions or topics: towercasuals@gmail.com The move to digital downloads is changing the way we buy, own, and play video games, and it has many players wondering if physical games are slowly becoming a thing of the past. In this episode of Xbox Casuals, Corey Dirrig and Josh Finney dive into the ongoing debate between physical and digital media, exploring the benefits and drawbacks of each. They discuss the reality of digital ownership, what happens when online stores shut down, and why many gamers are concerned about preserving their collections. At the same time, they look at the convenience of instant downloads, digital game libraries, and subscription services that have made gaming more accessible than ever. They also examine how Xbox and PlayStation are accelerating the industry’s move toward an all-digital future and share practical tips for protecting your game library, no matter which format you prefer.This and more on Xbox Casuals: An Xbox Podcast. Join the Tower Casuals Community DiscordJoin the Tower Casuals Podcast Clan
Fire Emblem Returns & Xenoblade Genesis Shock! (with KABIPLAYS) – Boss Rush Gamescast – A Gameplay Discussion Podcast
What is the ultimate Joker origin story, and could Fire Emblem and Xenoblade be cooking up their biggest entries yet? In this episode of the Boss Rush Games Cast, Patrick Klein, Taylor, and Stoy Jovic welcome special guest KABIPLAYS (@KabiPlays) to dive deep into the massive summer video game showcases. The crew shares their honest thoughts on the Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave reveal—debating its time-traveling mechanics and multi-route setup—and unpacks the massive hype surrounding Xenoblade Genesis. Plus, Kabi shares her journey from playing Duck Hunt on the NES to sinking 1,000 hours into extraction shooters, while the team takes a detour to debate the best DC Jokers, discuss the Gears of War: E-Day "bro-mance," and question Nintendo’s controversial $70 Switch 2 definitive editions.This and more on Gamescast! Join the Boss Rush Network Community DiscordFollow Boss Rush Network: Follow Boss Rush Network on X/Twitter, Bluesky, Facebook, LinkedIn, Threads, and InstagramSupport Boss Rush Network:Support Boss Rush on Patreon and buy merch on our Store. Subscribe to Boss Rush on YouTube and visit our website at BossRush.net for more great content.
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