Best Adam and Zac Podcasts (2025)

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Bubsy: Paws on Fire! and Other Games (Ft. Ruby Innes) 1:30:36

3d ago1:30:36

1:30:36

This week on Thumb Cramps, May-Be This Game Is Good, Actually continues and this time they’re joined by the third host of Thumb Cramps, Ruby Innes, to look at some misunderstood games including Bubsy: Paws on Fire for the PC, The Graveyard for the PC and Touch My Katamari for the Playstation Vita. You’ll never guess who’s coming to dinner and thank…

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Casey Rocket, Our Close Friend 45:54

7d ago45:54

45:54

The Boys help CASEY ROCKET explain his riffs. Get a Hat Pack Hat here! Watch the video of today’s episode at Patreon.com/HollywoodHandbook Like the show? Rate Hollywood Handbook 5-Stars on Apple Podcasts Advertise on Hollywood Handbook via Gumball.fm See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/…

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Lollipop Chainsaw RePOP and Other Games (Ft. Cass Paige) 1:28:27

10d ago1:28:27

1:28:27

This week on Thumb Cramps, it’s a brand new month so they’ve enlisted Cass Paige to help them revisit video games that got mixed or negative reviews from critics and wonder if May-be This Game Is Good, Actually. That’s right, it’s time to look at Lollipop Chainsaw for the Steam Deck, GearGrit DEMO for the PC and Pokemon Picross for the Nintendo 3DS…

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Kristen Schaal, Our Close Friend 48:07

14d ago48:07

48:07

Sean talks to KRISTEN SCHAAL about her new role as co-host of Hollywood Handbook. Check out Kristen’s new podcast The Extraordinarians with Tony Hale and Matt Oberg on Apple Podcast and YouTube! Get a Hat Pack Hat here! Watch the video of today’s episode at Patreon.com/HollywoodHandbook Like the show? Rate Hollywood Handbook 5-Stars on Apple Podcas…

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Fix pricing, not prices 1:10:33

14d ago1:10:33

1:10:33

Hannah, a new celebrant, has asked us to talk about pricing, prices, how to price yourself as a celebrant and whether it's ok to charge less when you're first starting out.

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Indiana Jones and the Great Circle and Other Games (Ft. Nick Mason) 1:33:35

17d ago1:33:35

1:33:35

This week on Thumb Cramps, it’s April, and everyone’s favourite video game journalists are joined by The Weekly Planet’s very own Nick Mason to look at Indiana Jones and the Great Circle for the PS5, Stygian: Outer Gods for the PC and Return to Monkey Island for the Nintendo Switch. Plus the return of a fan favourite character and a pitch for all v…

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Ike Barinholtz, Our Studio Friend 47:39

21d ago47:39

47:39

The Boys talk to IKE BARINHOLTZ about his role in The Studio. Get a Hat Pack Hat here! Watch the video of today’s episode at Patreon.com/HollywoodHandbook Like the show? Rate Hollywood Handbook 5-Stars on Apple Podcasts Advertise on Hollywood Handbook via Gumball.fm See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at ht…

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Game Over: A Musical RPG? and Other Games (Ft. Grace Jarvis) 1:05:01

25d ago1:05:01

1:05:01

This week on Thumb Cramps, it’s April, and to celebrate the Thumb Cramps boys are joined by first time guest and video game farm expert Grace Jarvis to look at Game Over: a Musical RPG? for the PC, Hollow Knight for the Nintendo Switch and Stardew Valley for the Nintendo Switch. Plus cursed milk knowledge and the tricks to being good at comedy, all…

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Tim Baltz and Lily Sullivan, Our Close Friends 48:23

28d ago48:23

48:23

The Boys welcome back TIM BALTZ and LILY SULLIVAN to explain tariffs. Check out their awesome podcast Hey Randy at cbbworld.com Get a Hat Pack Hat here! Watch the video of today’s episode at Patreon.com/HollywoodHandbook Like the show? Rate Hollywood Handbook 5-Stars on Apple Podcasts Advertise on Hollywood Handbook via Gumball.fm See Privacy Polic…

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Max Payne and Other Games (Ft. Steph Panecasio and Zac Naoum) 1:45:33

1M ago1:45:33

1:45:33

This week on Thumb Cramps, it’s April, and to celebrate such a games filled month they’re joined by Steph Panecasio and Zac Naoum to look at Max Payne for the PS2 for the PS4 for the PS5, Echo Point Nova for the PC, Cube for the PC, Scooby Doo Monster Sandwich for the web browser and Helldivers 2 for the PS5. This is the episode Big Microphone didn…

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Cam George and Pete Ditzler, Our Talking Talk Tuah Friends 46:26

1M ago46:26

46:26

The Boys talk to CAM GEORGE and PETE DITZLER about their podcast Talking Talk Tuah. Get a Hat Pack Hat here! Watch the video of today’s episode at Patreon.com/HollywoodHandbook Like the show? Rate Hollywood Handbook 5-Stars on Apple Podcasts Advertise on Hollywood Handbook via Gumball.fm See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Californi…

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Monster Hunter Wilds and Other Games (Ft. Matthew Jackson from Toot Games) 1:47:12

1M ago1:47:12

1:47:12

This week on Thumb Cramps, it’s April, the month where they play games, and to celebrate they’re joined by Toot Games and Trope RPG’s Matthew Jackson to look at Monster Hunter Wilds for the PS5, A Highland Song for the PC and Doom Eternal Ancient Gods Pt. 1 DLC for the Steam Deck. Plus the return of the haunting Bagpuss theme and a review of the ne…

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The Nintendo Switch 2 Direct and No Other Games 45:42

1M ago45:42

45:42

It’s a bonus episode of Thumb Cramps where your video game boyfriends, Joel and Jackson, go through everything announced at a VERY wild Nintendo Switch 2 direct. Video games are crazy. Thumb Cramps+ has launched! Ad-free podcasts and a bonus monthly episode of Speedrunning Television; a brand new podcast that innovates how to watch television as ga…

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Julie Klausner, Our Returning Close Friend 46:35

1M ago46:35

46:35

The Boys talk to JULIE KLAUSNER about a few interesting topics. Make sure to check out the return of her podcast How Was Your Week?, which is also on Patreon! Get a Hat Pack Hat here! Watch the video of today’s episode at Patreon.com/HollywoodHandbook Like the show? Rate Hollywood Handbook 5-Stars on Apple Podcasts Advertise on Hollywood Handbook v…

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We have concepts of a plan 1:06:05

1M ago1:06:05

1:06:05

We delve into things you might need to know as a new celebrant joining the wedding industry - how to start and build a business, how to be friends with the rest of the industry, and how to be a better celebrant than you were yesterday. Let us know if there's anything you want us to talk about at [email protected]!…

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Wario World and Other Games (Ft. Dylan and Levi Cooper from Raccoon City) 1:25:51

2M ago1:25:51

1:25:51

This week on Thumb Cramps, It’s the final week of Warch and to celebrate they’re joined by the first ever twins to guest on the podcast Dylan and Levi Cooper from the band Raccoon City to look at Wario World for the Nintendo GameCube, Cairn (DEMO) for the PC, Monster Hunter: Wilds for the PS5 and Facebook Marketplace for real life. Make sure you st…

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Try Month, Our Close Friends 3 58:40

2M ago58:40

58:40

The Boys once again try to save Try Month with quantity over quality. Also did you know there's a new baseball show on the Patreon with Hayes, Carl and Greg Gallant? Check out The Filthy Ones on The Bundle tier at Patreon.com/HollywoodHandbook! Get a Hat Pack Hat here! Watch the video of today’s episode at Patreon.com/HollywoodHandbook Like the sho…

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WarioWare, Inc.: Mega Party Game$! and Other Games (Ft. Adam Carnevale) 1:34:40

2M ago1:34:40

1:34:40

This week on Thumb Cramps, It’s Warch and they’re joined by the Mario to their Wario, Adam Carnevale, to look at WarioWare, Inc.: Mega Party Game$! for the Nintendo GameCube, The Children of Clay for the PC and The Sum for Fallout Tactics for the PC. Plus, a new rating system, a new Thumb Cramps Holy Grail and most importantly Bagpuss. Thumb Cramps…

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Stavros Halkias, Our Close Friend 48:16

2M ago48:16

48:16

The Boys ask STAVROS HALKIAS to help them decide who should quit the podcast. Get a Hat Pack Hat here! Watch the video of today’s episode for free HERE Like the show? Rate Hollywood Handbook 5-Stars on Apple Podcasts Advertise on Hollywood Handbook via Gumball.fm See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https…

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Wario's Woods and Other Games (Ft. Chloe Appleby) 1:41:56

2M ago1:41:56

1:41:56

This week on Thumb Cramps, It’s Warch and to celebrate they’re joined by Chloe Appleby to take a look at Wario’s Woods for the Super Nintendo, Super Mario World for the Super Nintendo and the Pokemon Trading Card Game for Real Life. Plus loads of information about the new, exciting video games experience ALT: Games AND an unrelated potential scam. …

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Edi Patterson, Our Close Friend 47:18

2M ago47:18

47:18

The Boys and EDI PATTERSON explore a few joke areas. Get a Hat Pack Hat here! Watch the video of today’s episode at Patreon.com/HollywoodHandbook Like the show? Rate Hollywood Handbook 5-Stars on Apple Podcasts Advertise on Hollywood Handbook via Gumball.fm See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art…

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Wario Land 3 and Other Games (Ft. Joel Zammit) 1:31:46

2M ago1:31:46

1:31:46

This week on Thumb Cramps, it’s time to celebrate Warch and joining the hosts is former host and current guest Joel Zammit to look at Wario Land 3 for the Game Boy Color for the Nintendo Switch, Donkey Kong Country Returns HD for the Nintendo Switch, Roid Chimp for the Steam Deck and The King Is Watching (DEMO) for the Steam Deck. Plus good Wario l…

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The podcast episode about the email about the regulations recorded on a school night 35:41

2M ago35:41

35:41

You probably got that email sent to all celebrants about the Marriage Regulations legislation and the "new" requirement in the code of practice regarding "reasonable and timely responses" to requests from marrying couples. This episode of the Celebrant Talk Show podcast also covers service contracts in regards to tropical cyclones approaching Brisb…

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Rachel Bilson and Olivia Allen, Our Close Friends 50:48

2M ago50:48

50:48

To kick off Try Month, The Boys give RACHEL BILSON and OLIVIA ALLEN some podcast tips for their show Broad Ideas. Get a Hat Pack Hat here! Watch the video of today’s episode at Patreon.com/HollywoodHandbook Like the show? Rate Hollywood Handbook 5-Stars on Apple Podcasts Advertise on Hollywood Handbook via Gumball.fm See Privacy Policy at https://a…

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Super Smash Bros. Melee and Other Games (Ft. Darcy Smith) 1:46:18

2M ago1:46:18

1:46:18

This week on Thumb Cramps, it’s the final week of Threebuamecube and to help say goodbye they’re joined by Studio Folly’s Darcy Smith to look at Super Smash Bros. Melee for the Nintendo Gamecube, Teardown DLCs for the PC and Marvel Rivals for the PC. Plus, a round of Real Bird, Fake Bird and a reminder that Thumb Cramps can get you in real life. Pl…

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George Civeris and Sam Taggart, Our StraightioLab Friends 53:51

3M ago53:51

53:51

The Boys talk to GEORGE CIVERIS and SAM TAGGART from the podcast StraightioLab about their Super Bowl cooldown party snacks. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Geist and Other Games (Ft. Adam Carnevale) 1:25:38

3M ago1:25:38

1:25:38

This week on Thumb Cramps, the Threebuamecube hype continues as your video game boyfriends are joined by Adam Carnevale to look at Geist for the Nintendo GameCube, A Game About Digging A Hole for the PC and BirdGut for the PC. Plus an unbelievable amount of Doom talk, a tease for upcoming Thumb Cramps content and a plea for the hosts of Talking Tal…

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John Hodgman, Our Close Friend 47:43

3M ago47:43

47:43

The Boys help JOHN HODGMAN write his next book. Get a Hat Pack Hat here! Watch the video of today’s episode at Patreon.com/HollywoodHandbook Like the show? Rate Hollywood Handbook 5-Stars on Apple Podcasts Advertise on Hollywood Handbook via Gumball.fm See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.co…

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Mario Kart: Double Dash and Other Games (Ft. Chloe Appleby and Ruby Innes) 1:36:30

3M ago1:36:30

1:36:30

This week on Thumb Cramps, Threebuamecube continues to break records as they’re joined by Chloe Appleby and Ruby Innes to look at Mario Kart: Double Dash for the Nintendo GameCube, Sulfur for the PC and Infinity Nikki for the PS5, the PC and the phone. That’s right, there’s not one but TWO beautiful guests this week! It has never been better to be …

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Griffin Newman, Our Movies Friend 44:13

3M ago44:13

44:13

The Boys talk to GRIFFIN NEWMAN about some of these interesting movies and wonder where Hayes went. Get a Hat Pack Hat here! Watch the video of today’s episode at Patreon.com/HollywoodHandbook Like the show? Rate Hollywood Handbook 5-Stars on Apple Podcasts Advertise on Hollywood Handbook via Gumball.fm See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/priva…

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Viewtiful Joe and Other Games (Ft. Andrew Levins) 1:26:46

3M ago1:26:46

1:26:46

This week on Thumb Cramps, Viewtiful Joel and Peter Jackson’s Bing Bongly are joined by one of the biggest gamers of all time, Andrew Levins, to help celebrate the start of Threebuamecube by looking at Viewtiful Joe for the Nintendo Gamecube, Glover for the Nintendo 64 for the PC and Blade Chimera for the PC. Plus Glover 2 news for all the Glover f…

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Martha Kelly, Our Halftime Show Friend 52:21

3M ago52:21

52:21

The Boys help MARTHA KELLY prepare for hosting the Super Bowl halftime show. Get a Hat Pack Hat here! Watch the video of today’s episode at Patreon.com/HollywoodHandbook Like the show? Rate Hollywood Handbook 5-Stars on Apple Podcasts Advertise on Hollywood Handbook via Gumball.fm See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Priva…

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The Second Ever First Ever Live Episode of Thumb Cramps (Ft. Ruby Innes) 1:35:18

3M ago1:35:18

1:35:18

This week on Thumb Cramps, it’s the second ever first ever live episode of Thumb Cramps, recorded live at Nighthawks Bar on Wednesday Jan 22 2025 with very special guest host Ruby Innes as part of Januwe’reinperson2020fliveuary 2025 live. This episode they talk all about games they’ve been playing in the holiday break as well as bold Nintendo Switc…

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Eric Edelstein, Our Close Friend 47:06

3M ago47:06

47:06

The Boys reveal how they finally got ERIC EDELSTEIN on the podcast. Get a Hat Pack Hat here! Watch the video of today’s episode at Patreon.com/HollywoodHandbook Like the show? Rate Hollywood Handbook 5-Stars on Apple Podcasts Advertise on Hollywood Handbook via Gumball.fm See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice…

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The First Ever Live Episode of Thumb Cramps (Ft. Ruby Innes) 2:00:44

4M ago2:00:44

2:00:44

This week on Thumb Cramps, it’s the first ever live episode of Thumb Cramps, recorded live at Nighthawks Bar on Thursday Jan 23 2025 with very special guest host Ruby Innes as part of Januwe’reinperson2020fliveuary 2025 live. This episode they talk all about their Games of the Year 2024 and a prediction for a game that will be on their Game of the …

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Paul F. Tompkins, Our New Show Friend 49:01

4M ago49:01

49:01

The Boys welcome back PAUL F. TOMPKINS to try out a new show. See PFT perform live at paulftompkins.com/live! Get a Hat Pack Hat here! Watch the video of today’s episode at Patreon.com/HollywoodHandbook Like the show? Rate Hollywood Handbook 5-Stars on Apple Podcasts Advertise on Hollywood Handbook via Gumball.fm See Privacy Policy at https://art19…

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Zach Cherry, Our Severance Friend 50:10

4M ago50:10

50:10

The Boys welcome back ZACH CHERRY to discuss his recent appearance on a TV shows podcast. Get a Hat Pack Hat here! Watch the video of today’s episode at Patreon.com/HollywoodHandbook Like the show? Rate Hollywood Handbook 5-Stars on Apple Podcasts Advertise on Hollywood Handbook via Gumball.fm See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Cal…

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"The Essential Guide to NPCs: Dungeons & Dragons Storytelling" 26:30

4M ago26:30

26:30

The Essential Guide to NPCs: Dungeons & Dragons Storytelling" In this episode of Tavern Talks Podcast, hosts Adam and Zack delve into the art of world-building and character crafting, specifically focusing on Non-Player Characters (NPCs) in Dungeons & Dragons. They discuss the importance of well-developed NPCs in enriching campaigns, offering pract…

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Andrew Michaan, Our Podcast But Outside Friend 49:38

4M ago49:38

49:38

The Boys talk to ANDREW MICHAAN about his show Podcast But Outside. Get a Hat Pack Hat here! Watch the video of today’s episode at Patreon.com/HollywoodHandbook Like the show? Rate Hollywood Handbook 5-Stars on Apple Podcasts Advertise on Hollywood Handbook via Gumball.fm See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice…

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UNLOCKED: THE CREATOR ECOMONY + A VERY SPECIAL GUEST 1:36:38

4M ago1:36:38

1:36:38

We’re unlocking two of our favorite Pro Versions from 2024! PRO #314: The Boys review Chef Kevin’s business presentation. PRO #353: Sean tries to convince his wife to listen to the podcast. Get a Hat Pack Hat here! Watch the video of today’s episode at Patreon.com/HollywoodHandbook Like the show? Rate Hollywood Handbook 5-Stars on Apple Podcasts Ad…

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UNLOCKED: Vic Michaelis, Zac Oyama and Lou Wilson, Our Dropout Friends 1:02:41

5M ago1:02:41

1:02:41

Live from the Dynasty Typewriter in LA, The Boys try to talk to VIC MICHAELIS, ZAC OYAMA and LOU WILSON about Dropout. This is an un-paywalled live show from October! If you’d like to check out The Boys’ 8 other live shows at Dynasty Typewriter, they’re all available at Patreon.com/HollywoodHandbook. Get a Hat Pack Hat here! Watch the video of toda…

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Top 5 Moments in Thumb Cramps in 2024 1:38:01

5M ago1:38:01

1:38:01

This week on Thumb Cramps, it’s the final episode of the year and to celebrate the year that was, Thumb Cramps are counting down the Top 5 Moments in Thumb Cramps in 2024. A walk down memory lane that serves as both a listenable experience and a great first episode for new listeners to catch up on the last 49 episodes of the podcast. Thank you agai…

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Aaron Chen, Our Close Friend 45:28

5M ago45:28

45:28

The Boys talk to AARON CHEN about his role in a few upcoming movies. This is our last new episode of Hollywood Handbook this year! The next two weeks will be un-paywalled eps from our Patreon! Happy holidays everyone. Get a Hat Pack Hat here! Watch the video of today’s episode at Patreon.com/HollywoodHandbook Like the show? Rate Hollywood Handbook …

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The Game Awards 2024 Announcements (Ft. Cass Paige) 48:58

5M ago48:58

48:58

For the second time this week, it’s a brand new episode of Thumb Cramps and they’re looking at all the big announcements from Geoff Keighley’s night of nights, The Game Awards. To ensure that they don’t lose touch with the audience, Thumb Cramps have also invited Cass Paige to join them and hear all about video games! She loved being there! Check o…

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Wave Break and Other Games (Ft. Steph Panecasio) 1:12:29

5M ago1:12:29

1:12:29

This week on Thumb Cramps, it’s the first episode of season three and they’re joined by GamesHub’s very own Steph Panecasio to celebrate Weezercember to take a look at Wave Break for the SteamDeck, Get to Work for the PC and Seducing Death in The Sims 4: Life & Death and A Date With Death on two screens simultaneously. Plus a potential new favourit…

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"From Zero to Hero: First Session Essentials" 43:13

5M ago43:13

43:13

Embarking on Your First D&D Session: Tips and Insights In this episode of the Tavern Talks Podcast, hosts Adam and Zach delve into the significance and intricacies of the inaugural D&D session. They discuss the excitement and challenges faced by both new and experienced Dungeon Masters, sharing personal stories and valuable tips for setting the sta…

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Joe Mande, Our New Comedy Special Friend 1:09:31

5M ago1:09:31

1:09:31

The Boys welcome back JOE MANDE to discuss his new special which airs on Hulu this Friday. Get a Hat Pack Hat here! Watch the video of today’s episode at Patreon.com/HollywoodHandbook Like the show? Rate Hollywood Handbook 5-Stars on Apple Podcasts Advertise on Hollywood Handbook via Gumball.fm See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Ca…

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The End of the Game The Game and Other Games (Ft. Joel Zammit and Adam Carnevale) 1:38:20

5M ago1:38:20

1:38:20

This week on Thumb Cramps, it’s time to celebrate the most festive time of year Weezercember and to help with the celebrations they’re joined by Joel Zammit and Adam Carnevale to look at The End of the Game the Game for the PC, Marvel’s Midnight Suns for the Steam Deck, Pirates Uber Alles for Total War 2 for the PC and Having Johnny Baby for real l…

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Stuie & Sonny French of the French Family Band - Truetone Lounge 1:14:01

5M ago1:14:01

1:14:01

Today we sit down with the incredible father/son guitar team of Stuie and Sonny French, of The French Family Band. They tell their tale of how they moved from Australia to the United States in 2019, and quickly made an impact on the Nashville music scene through their shutdown era livestreams, and their more recent appearances on the Grand Ole Opry…

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Luther Dickinson - Truetone Lounge 1:16:08

5M ago1:16:08

1:16:08

Luther Dickinson is an acclaimed sideman, solo artist, and producer, noted for his work with the North Mississippi Allstars, Phil Lesh, and the Black Crowes. We begin with a discussion of his legendary producer/musician father, Jim, and how he nurtured his son's playing and his work ethic. We also dive into how Luther became a devotee of open tunin…

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