Best It Makes A Sound | Realm Podcasts (2025)

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DREDGE Review | This One's a Keeper

5d ago

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I needed something chill and relaxing after the nightmare that was Kingdom Come Deliverance--expect those episodes after this one. I thought about many games, but ultimately landed on DREDGE, a relatively simple game about boating and fishing, wrapped in a mysterious Lovecraftian bow. It was exactly what the doctor ordered. If the idea of boating a…

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Evil Dead Is the Name and Dead Is the Game | The Last Call

11d ago

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This was a frustrating experience. My first thought after booting up Evil Dead: The Game was, "Wow, this is prettier than I was expecting," followed immediately by, "Damn, I wish this was just a normal-ass single-player game. As I played the tutorials and eventually a handful of games, my disappointment and sadness only grew as the tutorial did a p…

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Need for Speed Unbound Review | The Most Frustrating Need for Speed Game I've Ever Played

12d ago

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I've played many a Need for Speed game, but not one has frustrated me as much as Need for Speed Unbound. It may have a great sense of style and take place in a fictionalized version of my hometown--a not-so-great take on Chicago--but that's not enough to make up for its annoying structure, frustrating race design, and cheap AI. It also shouldn't co…

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Spectre Divide Sounded Cooler Than It Actually Was | The Last Call

18d ago

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"Use Duality to control two bodies in real-time, letting you defend two sites at once, cover your own cross, or even trade yourself." Sounds pretty cool, right? Sadly, as cool as Spectre Divide sounded in concept, it never quite reached those levels in practice. Part of that comes down to the shooting--which was just okay--but the whole "Duality" s…

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Grounded Review | Part 02 | How a Bad Ending Almost Ruined the Game

19d ago

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Behold the second and final episode of my Attack the Backlog review of Grounded. While I really liked the game overall, one mission almost made me rage quit the game. I managed to get through it in the end, but it did leave a sour taste in my mouth and somewhat tarnished what is a mostly great game.By Pixelated Sausage

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Stampede: Racing Royale Walked So Mario Kart World Could Run | The Last Call

25d ago

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It doesn't matter if you're first to an idea, if you don't execute it well enough, someone else can swoop in and steal your thunder before you even manage to throw your lightning. That's the case with Stampede: Racing, a battle royale kart racer where you start with 60 players and gradually whittle it down to one after reaching select checkpoints d…

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Grounded Review | Part 01 | Good Things Come In Small Packages

26d ago

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Behold the first part of my review of Grounded. It's been a long time coming. I tried playing and streaming the game once before, but got so annoyed with the chat that I rage quit both the game and streaming for years. Fast-forward to now and things are very different, not only did chat never bother me when I streamed the game--you can check out th…

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Star Wars: The Force Unleashed Isn't the Power Fantasy I Remember | Second Runs

1M ago

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I had a taste for more Star Wars after playing through both Star Wars Jedi games and rewatching most of the movies and shows. I could have played something new, something I never played before, but opted for something I remembered fondly: Star Wars: The Force Unleashed. My memory of the game was that it wasn't amazing, but achieved what it set out …

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Broforce Review | Best Served in Small Doses

1M ago

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Broforce is a lot of fun...until it isn't. What do I mean by this? I don't mean what you probably think--that it's fun for a while and eventually stops being fun--but that it's best enjoyed in small doses instead of large ones. I played Broforce two nights in a row for roughly four hours each night and the same thing happened both nights: after abo…

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Realm Royale Was More Fun Than Fortnite | The Last Call

1M ago

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I've always been a naysayer about Fortnite's move to the battle royale space--I am one of the weirdos who liked Fortnite when it was just Save the World--so take everything I say with a grain of salt, but I always found Realm Royale more fun that Fortnite. It wasn't good enough to pull me away from Apex Legends when I was deep in the battle royale …

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Mercenary Kings Review | A Little Too Repetitive for Its Own Good

1M ago

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Believe it or not, but this forgotten game was one of the games that inspired Attack the Backlog. I still remember thinking it looked so cool on PlayStation 4, but never getting around to it because I was all-in on Xbox One to start that generation. By the time I got a PlayStation 4, it felt like the moment had passed and I might as well wait for a…

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MultiVersus Was a Waste of IP | The Last Call

2M ago

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A combination of uninspired gameplay and a completely bonkers handling of its release are just two of the factors that led to MultiVersus wasting a treasure trove of IP; add a poor microtransaction structure and spotty server connectivity on top of that and you've got a recipe for disaster, and a disaster is exactly what MultiVersus was. It's a sha…

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The Last of Us Part II Review | Part 02 | Pulling Off the Impossible

2M ago

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Gameplay woes and character issues aside, the team over at Naughty Dog pulled off the impossible: they not only made me not hate Abby, they made me like her so much I think she may just be the new best character in the series. Unlike Ellie, Abby actually shows growth and an ability to make her own decisions, whereas Ellie becomes a less interesting…

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Risking for Wealth and Crypto Strategy 26:55

2M ago26:55

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Join us for a candid conversation recorded on a rainy day, touching on everything from Broadway plans to navigating complex financial markets. This episode delves into personal investment strategies, particularly within the crypto space, and examines the broader macro forces shaping the market landscape. A significant part of the conversation cente…

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Dauntless Had a Good Run | The Last Call

2M ago

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Unlike some of the games I've recently played for The Last Call, Dauntless had a good run, launching in beta in May 2018 and lasting until May 2025. That's seven good years. Well, as someone who didn't regularly play it, I can't say they were good years with any kind of authority, but as someone who played it near launch and near death, it was a fi…

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The Last of Us Part II Review | Part 01 | Is It Better Than Part I?

2M ago

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This was a long time coming. I've talked about wanting to play The Last of Us Part II for years now, but the mood was never quite right. After luckily stumbling into a 30th Anniversary PlayStation 5 Pro, I said The Last of Us Part II would be the game to break my new console's cherry. Fast-forward six months later and that time has finally come (in…

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Star Wars Episode I: Jedi Power Battles Review | There's a Good Game Somewhere in Here

2M ago

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Star Wars Episode I: Jedi Power Battles is one of the few games I've not completed for Attack the Backlog. The reason is twofold. First, it's structured in such a way that you can just play whatever level you want in whatever order you want and actually "beating" the game feels inconsequential. Second, and more importantly, it's just an incredibly …

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Shifting Investment Strategies and Market Uncertainty Amidst Trade Tensions 39:06

2M ago39:06

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Join us for a deep dive into the current market landscape. We explore the ongoing uncertainty surrounding US trade policy and tariffs, debating whether they are tools for negotiation or a long-term strategy. We analyze the potential scenarios for trade negotiations and note the lack of concrete progress seen so far. The conversation also covers the…

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The Last Boss: Institutional Money, Bitcoin, and Global Equilibrium Shifts 31:41

2M ago31:41

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This podcast episode discusses the increasing institutional investment in Bitcoin, noting that these large entities have different and much longer timelines for evaluating assets compared to retail investors. It highlights structures and mechanisms being developed to make Bitcoin more palatable for institutions, such as investments in companies hol…

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LEGO Batman Is Kinda Bad, Man | Attack the Backlog

2M ago

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Or it could just be that LEGO games are no longer for me. (It's probably a little bit of both.) What I thought was going to be a nice chill time and a return to a game formula I remembered loving, quickly turned into a sad realization: maybe I've grown out of LEGO games. The constant need to change characters in order to interact with this and that…

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Navigating Global Uncertainty and AI: Decoding Volatility and Revolutionizing Workflows 50:56

2M ago50:56

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This features a podcast discussion covering market volatility and the impact of tariffs on international trade relationships. The conversation shifts to the increasing role of AI tools in professional tasks, particularly those involving document research and creation. A specific application of Visual Studio Code, modified for AI agent interaction, …

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Road Rage Is a Good Title Since This Game Will Make You Rage | Attack the Backlog

2M ago

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If Road Redemption was a pleasant surprise, Road Rage was a crashing disappointment. It didn't help that I played Road Rage immediately after playing Road Redemption, but where Road Redemption found a few elements to focus on and refine, Road Rage went the other route and tried doing too much. I can see a version of Road Rage that's good, but the R…

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KartRider: Drift Was Fine, but Fine Wasn't Enough to Keep It Alive | The Last Call

3M ago

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For a game with drift in the title, the drifting in KartRider: Drift felt terrible. That could be excused if everything else was good to great, but that wasn't the case. Sure, there's a lot of content there, from a large cast of drivers to a decent selection of tracks, but none of that mattered when the game wasn't fun to play, and when you're in a…

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Tariffs, Trade Wars, and The Future of Bitcoin: Deep Dive 36:20

3M ago36:20

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This podcast excerpt from April 16, 2025, features a conversation between Alex and another person, likely discussing current market concerns, particularly the impact of tariffs imposed by the Trump administration. The discussion covers differing expert opinions on these tariffs, ranging from viewing them as a flawed execution to a deliberate strate…

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E29 - Taxation and Representation: The South Carolina Debate 23:26

3M ago23:26

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In this episode, you'll learn why calling your representatives matters, uncover the effects of the GOP tax bill on taxpayers, dig into the controversy of ‘robbing Peter to pay off Hollywood,’ and explore the debate over eliminating earmarks. Stay informed on issues shaping our state’s future! Tax Increase Chart - https://currentsituationpodcast.com…

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Road Redemption Is the Closest Thing to Road Rash Since...Road Rash | Attack the Backlog

3M ago

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This was a surprise. Early this year I wasn't sure what to play and wasn't quite ready for anything too big, so I perused my various libraries and picked out a few games that caught my eye. Road Redemption was one of those games. As someone who grew up with Road Rash and loved every iteration of it up to and including Road Rash 3D, any game that lo…

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Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League by Making Them Watch Endless Cutscenes | Attack the Backlog

3M ago

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Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League isn't a bad game, it's just a bad Arkham game. If you asked anyone what they wanted out of a sequel to Batman: Arkham Knight, I doubt a single person would say, "I want a co-op, live service Suicide Squad game," but that's what we got: a perfectly fine cooperative shooter with enough cutscenes to rival the run…

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The Batmobile Ruined Batman: Arkham Knight, But Not for the Reasons You Think | Attack the Backlog

4M ago

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It's unoriginal to blame negativity towards Batman: Arkham Knight on the batmobile, but hear me out. While most (all?) complained about the batmobile from a direct gameplay standpoint--how it felt and the repetitive missions--my complaint is an indirect one: I think the batmobile ruined Arkham Knight by forcing Rocksteady to change the way other as…

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E28 - Navigating South Carolina's Budget Crisis 22:55

4M ago22:55

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In this episode of Current Situation, host Joshua Gale and South Carolina State House Representative Jordan Pace discuss the recent budget proposals and the Freedom Caucus's efforts to cut over a billion dollars from the state's budget. They dig into the implications of government spending, the importance of tax cuts, and the performance of legisla…

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Riding the Crypto Waves & Market Moves: Chainlink Insights, Tariff Talk, and the Ripple Rally! 36:20

4M ago36:20

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This podcast excerpt features a conversation discussing market volatility and the potential of blockchain technology. The speakers highlight Chainlink's role in connecting real-world data to blockchains, enabling broader asset tokenization. They then transition to the current macroeconomic environment, focusing on uncertainty caused by potential ta…

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Batman: Arkham Origins Blackgate Is Often Forgotten (And Should Stay That Way) | Attack the Backlog

4M ago

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As my full Arkham playthrough continues, we find ourselves at a new low with the game most people forget even exists: Batman: Arkham Origins Blackgate, the downloadable side-scrolling Metroidvania that's 90% tedious, 10% interesting. In many ways it feels like a bonus little side story to Arkham Origins and not an essential entry, so it's easy to s…

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Are We Heading Towards a Recession? Crypto, Tariffs, and Economic Outlook 41:48

4M ago41:48

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Get a grip on the turbulent markets of March 2025! In this insightful episode, They explore the impact of the new administration's policies, particularly tariffs, on market skepticism. The discussion also covers contrasting forces like liquidity injection and the rise of AI technology. A key point of analysis is the unexpected downturn in the crypt…

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Batman: Arkham Origins Is Secretly the Second Best Arkham Game | Attack the Backlog

4M ago

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I thought I played Batman: Arkham Origins when it originally came out. I was wrong. When I booted up the game on my Xbox 360, all I had was a 5% completed save file from 11 years ago to the day, so what I thought was going to be another Second Run was actually an Attack the Backlog. I don't know if it's because it was all new to me or if it's just …

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E27 - Empowering Parents: The Fight for School Choice and Education Reform 30:52

4M ago30:52

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In this episode of the Current Situation podcast, host Joshua Gale and South Carolina State House Representative Jordan Pace discuss the implications of the school choice bill with Reverend Lathan Carey. They explore the power dynamics in education, the importance of parental control, and the need for wisdom in educational practices. The conversati…

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Navigating the Market Mania: Volatility, Value, and the Future of Bitcoin 45:55

4M ago45:55

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Tune in to this insightful discussion on the wild market swings and how to leverage them for your investment strategy . Topics: 1. The hosts delve into the crucial distinction between market sentiment and the underlying fundamentals of individual stocks emphasizing how volatility can be a valuable tool to test your investment convictions 2. Discove…

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Batman: Arkham City Is More Arkham, Not Better Arkham | Second Runs

4M ago

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I always preferred Batman: Arkham Asylum to Batman: Arkham City, but the gap this time was much larger and I have to assume it's at least partially due to the time gap between playthroughs being so small this time around; I just think playing these games back to back does Arkham City no favors. That said, and regardless of how time affected my feel…

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Grok AI, Bitcoin, and Options Strategies: A Podcast Discussion 33:30

4M ago33:30

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This podcast excerpt features a discussion on leveraging AI, specifically Grok, for financial analysis, emphasizing the importance of prompt engineering to guide AI research effectively. The speakers highlight the value of using Grok's "deep research" function for accessing real-time information, particularly from Twitter (X), while acknowledging t…

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Batman: Arkham Asylum Is Still One of the Greatest Games of All Time | Second Runs

4M ago

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It's been a while since I've replayed a game, since I put out an episode of Second Runs, but when I decided it was finally time to play Batman: Arkham Knight, I knew what needed to be done first: replay every Arkham game that came before (and play the ones I never played for the first time). That brings us here, with me revisiting Batman: Arkham As…

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TradFi Meets Crypto: Bridging Traditional Finance and Blockchain 43:06

5M ago43:06

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This podcast excerpt features a conversation about the intersection of traditional finance and the cryptocurrency market. Alex and Gabriel discuss the potential for blockchain technology to improve efficiency in global transactions, and the impact of fiat currency debasement on the crypto market. They explore the role of tokens in the crypto space,…

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Hood: Outlaws & Legends Is Like Most Robin Hood Movies: Destined to be Forgotten | The Last Call

5M ago

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Welcome, everyone, to a brand new show: The Last Call. (I technically called it Attack the Backlog because I recorded this episode before coming up with the new name, but every episode forward will be correctly branded). What is The Last Call? It's really quite simple: The Last Call is a show all about games that have received their final papers, t…

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Decoding Market Moves: AI, Tesla, Crypto, and Risk Management Strategies 58:25

5M ago58:25

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Decoding Market Moves: AI, Tesla, Crypto, and Risk Management Strategies Description: In this episode, we dive deep into the dynamic world of market trends and investment strategies. Join us as we dissect recent movements in key sectors and explore opportunities for both seasoned and aspiring investors. SMCI & AI Stocks: We analyze the potential of…

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E26 - Defunding DEI and Demanding Accountability in South Carolina 34:46

5M ago34:46

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In this episode of The Current Situation, host Joshua Gale and South Carolina State House Representative Jordan Pace discuss pressing political issues in South Carolina, including the removal of DEI funding from universities, government spending accountability, and the governor's recent State of the State address. They emphasize the need for transp…

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Star Wars Jedi: Survivor Just Keeps Going and Going and Going | Part 02 | Attack the Backlog

5M ago

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Star Wars Jedi: Survivor was good...until it wasn't. That's not entirely true. It never got bad, per se, it just went on and on for way too long, wearing out its welcome multiple times over. The real kicker, though--the thing that made me go from liking Survivor to (kind of) hating it--is the story--one specific aspect in particular. I won't spoil …

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AI, Bonds, and Geopolitics: Navigating a Complex Market Landscape 43:46

5M ago43:46

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This podcast discussion centers on the commoditization of AI, specifically focusing on the increasing accessibility and capabilities of open-source models like DeepSeek, contrasting them with more centralized approaches. The conversation then shifts to a trade idea involving long-term bonds, analyzing market trends and inflation rates to support th…

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Star Wars Jedi: Survivor Is Mostly the Same and That's Okay | Part 01 | Attack the Backlog

5M ago

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Thanks in large part to my Star Wars rewatch journey of 2025, but also because I overall enjoyed my time with Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, I returned to Cal Kestis and his adventures in Star Wars Jedi: Survivor. While a lot of things are the same, there are key differences that make Survivor feel like its own game, including much larger and open a…

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AI: DeepSeek, Nvidia, AMD, and Crypto Market Analysis. 57:01

5M ago57:01

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AI, Chips, and Crypto: Navigating the Tech Landscape Description: AI Discussion: This episode dives deep into the rapidly evolving worlds of artificial intelligence, semiconductor technology, and cryptocurrency. We begin with a discussion on Deepseek, a new open-source AI model from China, exploring its capabilities, its impact on the market, and t…

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Decoding the Markets: Liquidity, Inflation and the Future 47:05

6M ago47:05

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Description: In this episode, we dive deep into the complex world of finance with a focus on the interplay between liquidity, inflation, and asset valuation. We explore how the Federal Reserve's actions, particularly its balance sheet and the federal funds rate, impact the markets. This episode provides a comprehensive overview of the current macro…

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It Always Felt Wrong and Never Right, So I Just Beat It | Hi-Fi Rush - Part 02

6M ago

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Surprising no one, my opinion of Hi-Fi Rush didn't change since the last episode; if anything, it got worse. I still think it's a very pretty game, but at no point did I enjoy playing it. The worst part, though, is how disappointing the soundtrack is; in a game all about integrating music and gameplay, more is rightfully expected and Tango Gamework…

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Chai Must Have Too Much Junk in His Trunk With How Heavy He Jumps | Hi-Fi Rush - Part 01

6M ago

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Hi-Fi Rush is soooo pretty. Everything about it from an artistic standpoint is some of the best I've seen in a video game in years. That's why it pains me to say the rest of the game disappoints; from the music selection to the gameplay and everything in between, everything else in Hi-Fi Rush fails to reach the same heights as the art and animation…

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E25 - State Leadership and Planning for 2025 39:49

6M ago39:49

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In this episode, host Joshua Gale and South Carolina State House Representative Jordan Pace discuss the current political landscape in South Carolina, focusing on the role of the Freedom Caucus, the importance of voter engagement, and the need for conservative policies. They explore the challenges within Republican leadership, the significance of a…

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