Category: PODCASTS
Boss Rush Media is built on a network of podcasts fueled by a love for the hobbies and entertainment we all enjoy. Our lineup includes The Boss Rush Podcast, featuring conversations around gaming, tech, and entertainment with community write-ins, and Nintendo Pow Block, our longest-running show dedicated to everything Nintendo. We also offer a variety of other shows, including the Boss Rush Gamescast on Thursdays for broader gaming and gameplay discussions, along with Expansion Pass, After Dark for off-topic chats, and our Spotlight Series interviews. For deeper dives, Tower Casuals: The Destiny Podcast drops every other Friday covering Destiny and Marathon, while Xbox Casuals: The Xbox Podcast focuses on Xbox news, Game Pass updates, and new releases.
Coming soon: Cross Roads: A PlayStation Podcast, Standard Definition: A Retro and Entertainment Podcast.
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ICYMI: Nintendo Direct June 2026
Boss Rush Network recaps the latest Nintendo Direct and goes over the games that are coming to the Switch family of systems.
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BOSS RUSH GAMESCAST EPISODE 15: Gaming Should Be Fun Again: JRPG Nostalgia, Toxic Gaming Culture & Tattoos
Pat Klein, Stoy Jovic, Stephanie Klimov, and Just Taylor dive into everything from retro gaming nostalgia, arcade memories, JRPG obsessions, and hidden indie gems to modern gaming burnout and the growing toxicity surrounding online gaming culture.
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NINTENDO POW BLOCK EPISODE 497: Summer Game Fest, Xbox Game Showcase, & the Nintendo Direct
On this episode of Nintendo Pow Block, Edward Varnell and Corey Dirrig break down the biggest announcements from the latest Nintendo Direct and Summer Game Fest, highlighting the games, surprises, and moments that have everyone talking.
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BOSS RUSH PODCAST EPISODE 319: Did Sony’s State of Play Hit The Mark Ahead of Summer Game Fest?
In this episode of the Boss Rush Podcast, Corey Dirrig, LeRon Dawkins, and Josh Finney discuss the massive June 2026 State of Play. The team dives into the intense new look at Marvel’s Wolverine and the surprise reveal of Santa Monica Studio’s God of War: Laufey.
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XBOX CASUALS EPISODE 63: Xbox Summer Showcase Review Discussion
This week on Xbox Casuals, Corey Dirrig and Josh Finney break down everything from the Xbox Summer Showcase, including the latest looks at Gears of War: E-Day, Fable, Halo: Combat Evolved Remake, Clockwork Revolution, and much more.
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NINTENDO POW BLOCK EPISODE 496: Tomb Raider, Rayman, & No Rest for the Wicked Head to Switch 2
In this episode of Nintendo Pow Block, Edward Varnell and Corey Dirrig are joined by special guest and returning cofounder Jesse Douglas to discuss a big week of Nintendo news from PlayStation’s recent State of Play, including Rayman Legends Retold targeting 4K and 60 FPS on Switch 2, the return of Rayman Origins in an…
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SPOTLIGHT SERIES INTERVIEW: How Modding Built a Dark Fantasy RPG: Whispers of the Eyeless
In this episode of the Boss Rush Podcast Spotlight Interview Series on Boss Rush Podcast Plus, Stephanie Klimov sits down with Michael Cieczko, the director behind Whispers of the Eyeless and founder of Evil Gingerbread Studio.
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BOSS RUSH GAMESCAST EPISODE 14: Silent Hill 2, Pragmata Gameplay, and Weird Tomodachi Life Moments
On this episode of Gamescast, Stoy Jovic, Pat Klein, and Just Taylor bounce between great discussions and lighthearted fun, breaking down Pragmata’s gameplay-first design, unpacking the symbolism behind Silent Hill 2 Remake, and sharing stories from the unpredictable world of Tomodachi Life.
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NINTENDO POW BLOCK EPISODE 495: Yoshi Impressions, Pictonico, Pokemon TCG ID Drama, & Crazy Taxi
On this episode of Nintendo Pow Block, Edward Varnell and Corey Dirrig share their first impressions of Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, discussing its gameplay, charming art style, and the whimsical, adorable tone that makes it stand out.
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BOSS RUSH PODCAST EPISODE 318: Sony Stops Single-Player PC Gaming Ports & Capcom Sets New Records
This week on the Boss Rush Podcast, Corey Dirrig and LeRon Dawkins dive deep into reports suggesting Sony is pulling back on bringing its blockbuster single-player, narrative-driven experiences to PC.
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EXPANSION PASS 5.15.2026: Xbox’s New Leadership Initiatives, Exclusives, and Fanboy Flip-Flopping
In this episode of Expansion Pass, Corey Dirrig and Edward Varnell discuss Xbox’s new leadership initiatives and how it’s clashing with some of the loudest voices in the fanbase. They talk about exclusives, shifting strategies, and why certain fans seem to flip their stance depending on the news cycle.
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TOWER CASUALS: THE DESTINY PODCAST EPISODE 265: Every End Has a New Beginning: Bungie Ends Development on Destiny 2
In this episode of Tower Casuals, Josh Finney and Corey Dirrig discuss the shocking news of Bungie ending development on Destiny 2 after starting a brand new saga just last year. They also talk about the massive “Monument of Triumph” reveal, what June 9, 2026 means for Destiny’s future.
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NITNENDO POW BLOCK EPISODE 494: Square-Enix & Capcom to Focus on Switch 2 in Multiplatform Support
This week on Nintendo Pow Block, Edward Varnell and Corey Dirrig discuss Nintendo’s investor concerns, Switch 2 pricing and bundles, Resident Evil’s milestone success, Square Enix’s Switch 2 support, Sega’s strategy shift, and listener questions about Mario Kart, Nintendo’s future, the 2026 lineup, and more.
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SPOTLIGHT SERIES INTERVIEW: Anshar Publishing’s Jakub Kwinta on Indie Publishing & the Future of Indie Games
Stephanie Klimov sits down with Jakub Kwinta, Chief Publishing Officer at Anshar Publishing, for an in-depth conversation about discovering standout indie games, building relationships with small development teams, and navigating today’s crowded gaming market.
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BOSS RUSH PODCAST EPISODE 317: Xbox’s Big Comeback, Brand Refreshing, and Summer Game Fest Hype
In this episode of the Boss Rush Podcast, Edward Varnell joins Corey Dirrig to talk through the Boss Rush Network revamp, upcoming showcases from Xbox, Nintendo, and PlayStation, and what they’ve been playing lately, including GTA V and Pragmata.
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BOSS RUSH GAMESCAST EPISODE 13: Crimson Desert, Indie Games, and More with Kimchica
In this episode of Boss Rush Gamescast, Pat Klein, Stephanie Klimov, Taylor, Stoy Jovic, and special guest Kimchika explore everything from the real-world challenges of AI in healthcare to deep dives into standout games.
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NINTENDO POW BLOCK EPISODE 493: Star Fox Returns on Switch 2, Price Hikes, & a Massive 2026 Lineup
In this episode of Nintendo Pow Block, Edward Varnell and Corey Dirrig discuss the surprise reveal of a new Star Fox game for Nintendo Switch 2, described as a cinematic reimagining of Star Fox 64 with co-op, multiplayer, and updated character designs.
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BOSS RUSH PODCAST EPISODE 316: GameStop’s $55B Gamble, Xbox Cancels Copilot, & AMD’s “RAMpocalypse”
This week on the Boss Rush Podcast, Corey Dirrig and LeRon Dawkins discuss CEO Ryan Cohen’s baffling “transformational” plan for GameStop with a potential acquisition of eBay, Xbox’s continued leadership shakeup, the future of AI in gaming, and why rising RAM prices could impact every gamer heading into the fall.
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DIRECT RECAP SHOW 5.7.2026: Star Fox comes to Nintendo Switch 2 in June
In this episode of the Direct Recap Show, Edward Varnell and Corey Dirrig break down everything revealed during the surprise Star Fox Direct on the Nintendo Today! app, including the game’s June 25th, 2026 launch date, its cinematic approach inspired by Star Fox 64, and more.
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XBOX CASUALS EPISODE 61: Death of Xbox Copilot, Leadership Changes, and 007: First Light
This week on Xbox Casuals, Corey Dirrig and Josh Finney discuss new Xbox CEO Asha Sharma’s continued aggression in player-first moves, Forza Horizon 6 and whether legit city racing could finally return to the series in its Japanese setting, the potential Halo 2 and Halo 3 remakes, and more.
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BOSS RUSH GAMESCAST EPISODE 12: Life is Strange and PAX East Discussions
In this episode of Boss Rush Gamescast, Pat Klein, Stephanie Klimov, and Stoy Jovic cover everything from standout moments at PAX East to the evolving world of arcade and indie games.
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NINTENDO POW BLOCK EPISODE 492: New Movies From Nintendo and GameStop to Buy eBay
This week on Nintendo Pow Block, Edward Varnell and Corey Dirrig discuss the surprising reports that GameStop could acquire eBay in a massive $100 billion deal and what it means for gaming.
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BOSS RUSH PODCAST EPISODE 315: Play Has a 30 Day Limit on PlayStation, We Are Xbox Memo, and More
In this episode of The Boss Rush Podcast, Corey Dirrig and LeRon Dawkins discuss reports on a 30-day online check-in requirement for digital games on PlayStation 5, the We Are Xbox internal memo, and more.
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