Best Joseph Birdsong Podcasts (2025)

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TS 512: Myth BUSTED 1:12:25

6d ago1:12:25

1:12:25

This week we talk about superhero movies, tattoo experiences, wired earbuds, eye styes, cheese experts, and artistic endeavors. Support us on Patreon to keep the podcast going, view more detailed show notes, and to gain access to exclusive content at: http://www.patreon.com/theshowsamandjoe Things we talked about: Liz Thorpe: Cheese Expert Tastes t…

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TS 511: Sorry, No Sorry (But Actually Sorry) 1:07:24

20d ago1:07:24

1:07:24

This week we talk about apologizing, motion sickness, pill carriers, washing jeans, bad commercials, and embarrassing memories. Support us on Patreon to keep the podcast going, view more detailed show notes, and to gain access to exclusive content at: http://www.patreon.com/theshowsamandjoe Things we talked about: The Trivago Guy’s Teeth : An Inter…

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TS 510: Tepid Topics 1:07:26

1M ago1:07:26

1:07:26

This week we talk about games we’re playing, meditation, fluoride, talk shows, medications, and gooey butter cake. Support us on Patreon to keep the podcast going, view more detailed show notes, and to gain access to exclusive content at: http://www.patreon.com/theshowsamandjoe Favorite things: Final Fantasy VI Tamagotchi Plaza on Nintendo Switch 2…

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The Wild West of The Gaming Industry - With Binni Erlingsson! 1:27:37

1M ago1:27:37

1:27:37

Do you say data (dah-ta) or data (day-ta)? This week, Jess sits down with Icelandic video game VC and long-time data nerd Binni Erlingsson! They talk about the many many (many!) games that Binni is playing right now, how Jess is plotting to become a BAFTA voting member, and what Binni looks for when choosing gaming companies for Behold Ventures to …

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TS 509: Chewed Up 1:11:20

2M ago1:11:20

1:11:20

This week we talk about wandering the moors, drinking matcha, teeth whitening, antidepressants, Switch 2 games, and ear piercings. Support us on Patreon to keep the podcast going, view more detailed show notes, and to gain access to exclusive content at: http://www.patreon.com/theshowsamandjoe Support a small business, smell fucking good, and feel …

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Dear Chat - With Joseph Birdsong AKA Halfmoon Joe! 1:26:34

2M ago1:26:34

1:26:34

Hey Chat! Today Jess sits down with hilarious Twitch streamer, Youtuber, podcaster and certified Tamagotchi fanatic Joseph Birdsong, AKA Halfmoon Joe! They discuss Nancy Drew subculture, the realities of streaming for a living while (mostly) keeping your sanity, and the futility of trying to get through missions in Red Dead Redemption 2 while your …

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TS 508: Hemorrhoid Shaming 1:07:59

2M ago1:07:59

1:07:59

This week we talk about hemorrhoids, ant infestations, the Nintendo Switch 2, reality star pop songs, Sinners, and Pride Month. Support us on Patreon to keep the podcast going, view more detailed show notes, and to gain access to exclusive content at: http://www.patreon.com/theshowsamandjoe Support a small business, smell fucking good, and feel fuc…

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Uno Reverse - With Jess Pardue (& Gabe Koscky...) 2:09:01

2M ago2:09:01

2:09:01

On this week's very special episode, Audio Engineer Gabe has taken the reigns and interviews Jess for a change! Jess is completely comfortable with being on the other side of the microphone . . . yeah let's go with that. They chat about Gabe's two rules for his Baldur's Gate 3 characters (Spoiler alert: one of them is being naked at all times), how…

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TS 507: There’s Pictures on the Internet 1:05:45

2M ago1:05:45

1:05:45

This week we talk about loud phones, Internet speeds, new Tamagotchi, new games, horror movies, and driving big cars. Support us on Patreon to keep the podcast going, view more detailed show notes, and to gain access to exclusive content at: http://www.patreon.com/theshowsamandjoe Support a small business, smell fucking good, and feel fucking good.…

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Not That Type of Freudian - With Deborah Hendersen! 1:25:20

3M ago1:25:20

1:25:20

Hey y'all, onboarding is hard... So this week Jess sits down with Xbox Principal User Researcher and onboarding expert Dr. Deborah Hendersen! They talk about the psychology behind onboarding for all types of games, Dark Souls being a bastard (but that's a good thing!), and the importance of playtesting, playtesting, playtesting. Then they play a St…

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TS 506: 1-800-CRAP-YOUR-PANTS 1:00:59

3M ago1:00:59

1:00:59

This week we talk about Frog and Toad, being sick, funerals, new music, hygiene habits, and the end of Skype. Support us on Patreon to keep the podcast going, view more detailed show notes, and to gain access to exclusive content at: http://www.patreon.com/theshowsamandjoe Favorite things: Mine or Yours - Hikaru Utada Frog and Toad books Hosted on …

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Drawing Outside the Lines - With Natalie Asport! 1:47:34

3M ago1:47:34

1:47:34

New episode alert! This week Jess sits down with the amazing Natalie Asport - former Avalanche hard surface and weapons artist and current senior prop artist making badass Mortal Kombat assets at NetherRealm Studios! She's also an adjunct professor at NYU Game Center teaching the next generation of 3D artists. They chat about predatory puzzle game …

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TS 505: Never Regretting Not Posting 1:01:54

3M ago1:01:54

1:01:54

This week we talk about going to space, social media tagging, arts and crafts, snack foods, food poisoning, and Internet regrets. Support us on Patreon to keep the podcast going, view more detailed show notes, and to gain access to exclusive content at: http://www.patreon.com/theshowsamandjoe Favorite things: Lesser Evil Popcorn & Dot's Homestyle P…

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Satellite Cattle Auctioning - With Jon Lander! 1:54:24

4M ago1:54:24

1:54:24

On this week's episode of Stupid Little Games, Jess welcomes former Bethesda and CCP games exec Jon Lander! They chat about the importance of networking (especially these days), crowd-surfing at Fanfest, and the quest to get the game industry to grow up, just a teeny little bit... Then during the Stupid Little Game they answer the question, "Would …

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TS 504: Hot Skittles 1:01:12

4M ago1:01:12

1:01:12

This week we talk about children’s birthday parties, sleep earbuds, cleaning, The Terrifier, gift giving, and after-school snacks. Support us on Patreon to keep the podcast going, view more detailed show notes, and to gain access to exclusive content at: http://www.patreon.com/theshowsamandjoe Favorite things: Anker Soundcore Sleep A20 Earbuds Gift…

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TS 503: King Charles II of Spain 1:04:05

4M ago1:04:05

1:04:05

This week we talk about the Nintendo Switch 2, AI movie trailers, online lookalikes, being an uncle, smartwatches, and Hello Kitty Island Adventure. Support us on Patreon to keep the podcast going, view more detailed show notes, and to gain access to exclusive content at: http://www.patreon.com/theshowsamandjoe Favorite things: Google Pixel Watch 3…

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GDC Ya Later! 1:28:55

4M ago1:28:55

1:28:55

This week, Jess chats about her experience as a first-timer at GDC! Spoiler alert: It didn't go at all as originally planned... but it did include liquid choreography, so win-win? Then you'll hear a few Current Obsessions interviews with fellow game devs taken on-site. And finally, Jess gives a very specific (and not-at-all exhaustive) GDC Top 10 L…

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TS 502: Meat Prison 1:06:59

5M ago1:06:59

1:06:59

This week we talk about the mysteries of the human body, having kids, pillow journeys, audio books, making stew, and Kirsten Dunst. Support us on Patreon to keep the podcast going, view more detailed show notes, and to gain access to exclusive content at: http://www.patreon.com/theshowsamandjoe Favorite things: Be Ready When the Luck Happens Eli & …

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Release the Kraken - With Orvar Halldorsson! 1:56:41

5M ago1:56:41

1:56:41

This week, Jess sits down with Minecraft creative lead and DigiPen senior lecturer Orvar Halldorsson! They chat about taking gaming classes at 3AM, rotoscoping Liam Neeson's beard, and how Orvar's team enables Minecraft players to craft their own experiences. Then they play a Stupid Little Game about *totally* real Minecraft mods. Shout out to Butt…

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TS 501: Blue His House With The Blue Little Window 56:35

5M ago56:35

56:35

This week we talk about dog perches, overhead lighting, new music, Mr. Pibb, compilation CDs, and blood orange mochi. Support us on Patreon to keep the podcast going, view more detailed show notes, and to gain access to exclusive content at: http://www.patreon.com/theshowsamandjoe Favorite things: Salvation - Rebecca Black unipaws Pet Bunk Bed Host…

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Achieving Total Clarity - With Mike Varley! 1:44:54

5M ago1:44:54

1:44:54

On today's very special episode of Stupid Little Games, Jess chats with true Brooklyn creative Mike Varley: video game producer, award-winning multi-media artist, and professional bagel eater! They discuss the latent political power of gamers, the traits that can make you a successful producer, and how to walk 7000 miles without dying. Then they pl…

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TS 500: Stinky Mouse 1:01:34

5M ago1:01:34

1:01:34

This week we talk about webcam setups, Robin Hood, scented PC mice, spam email, Severance, and our 500th episode. Support us on Patreon to keep the podcast going, view more detailed show notes, and to gain access to exclusive content at: http://www.patreon.com/theshowsamandjoe Favorite things: Severance - Season 2 Finding Tamagotchis in the wild Ho…

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TS 499: Getting Drilled 1:05:01

5M ago1:05:01

1:05:01

This week we talk about death preparation, arm rests, catching up, game remasters, Abracadabra, and dental vertigo.Support us on Patreon to keep the podcast going, view more detailed show notes, and to gain access to exclusive content at: http://www.patreon.com/theshowsamandjoeFavorite things:Arm RestAbracadabra & Revelation Hosted on Acast. See ac…

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QA is Game Dev - With Andre Coleman! 1:21:33

6M ago1:21:33

1:21:33

Hello friends old and new! Jess is back this week with Andre Coleman - a 10+ year Senior QA Engineer who has worked with EA, Experis, Microsoft, and Avalanche Studios! They discuss turning off "QA brain" when you're playing games for fun, what QA *actually* entails (spoiler alert: it's not just playing games all day), and Andre makes us all hungry …

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TS 498: Diagnosis: Old 1:09:14

6M ago1:09:14

1:09:14

This week we talk about eye doctors, famous paintings, bidet toilet seats, motorbike rallies, car batteries, and new teeth.Support us on Patreon to keep the podcast going, view more detailed show notes, and to gain access to exclusive content at: http://www.patreon.com/theshowsamandjoeFavorite things:New Car BatteryBrondell Bidet Toilet Seat Hosted…

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Pour Yourself a Drink - With Thomas Klingstrom! 1:32:07

6M ago1:32:07

1:32:07

Hello friends old and new! We made it to February. Good job, us! We're back with an exciting new episode this week as Jess chats with veteran AAA Art Director Thomas Klingstrom! They discuss entering the game industry as a new artist, how to not stray from your vision during production, and why if you see a celebrity in New York, no you didn't. The…

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There's No Such Thing as a Straight Line - With Scott Smalley! 1:25:50

6M ago1:25:50

1:25:50

Repost Alert! Jess was very smart and accidentally erased this episode a few weeks ago. Did we mention she's very smart? So we're reposting so that it can be discovered all over again! Please enjoy this banger from a few months back. See you next Tuesday with a brand new episode. _____________________ Hello friends old and new! On this week's episo…

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TS 497: Older and Balder 1:06:27

6M ago1:06:27

1:06:27

This week we talk about driving SUVs, driver’s license photos, playing instruments, speed limits, streaming devices, and fancy grocery stores.Support us on Patreon to keep the podcast going, view more detailed show notes, and to gain access to exclusive content at: http://www.patreon.com/theshowsamandjoeFavorite things:Google TV Streamer 4KBaritone…

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The Definition of Squonder - With Matthew Laurence! 1:46:36

7M ago1:46:36

1:46:36

Hello friends old and new! On this week's episode, Jess sits down with Matthew Laurence; *nearly* 20 year games industry veteran formerly of Crowdstar, Rovio, Megazebra, Embark, and Ubisoft. Currently he's the Engagement and Narrative director (yes both!) at Avalanche studios. He's also a HUGE nerd (affectionate). They chat about being a garbage hu…

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TS 496: Meat-Covered Rock 1:09:16

7M ago1:09:16

1:09:16

This week we talk about ergonomic chairs, smoked gouda, traveling to Europe, The Traitors, powdered milk, and fainting at Trader Joe’s.Support us on Patreon to keep the podcast going, view more detailed show notes, and to gain access to exclusive content at: http://www.patreon.com/theshowsamandjoeFavorite things:The Traitors US & UKErgonomic Chair …

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WTF is a Lambanana? - With Alison Lacy 1:39:00

7M ago1:39:00

1:39:00

Hello friends old and new! This week Jess is joined by Alison Lacy, Chief Operating Officer of Radical Forge and Co-Chair of Liverpool GameChangers! They talk about video game towns, the importance of inter-studio coalition building, and the myth of the genius asshole. Then they play a Stupid Little Game all about knitting in video games (and Weeze…

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TS 495: Coal Down the Chimney 1:09:25

7M ago1:09:25

1:09:25

This week we catch up on the past month, and talk about dealing with grief, Infinity Nikki, rice cookers, new towels, and baking bread.Support us on Patreon to keep the podcast going, view more detailed show notes, and to gain access to exclusive content at: http://www.patreon.com/theshowsamandjoeFavorite things:Turkish Cotton TowelsInfinity Nikki …

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Two Grown Women Talk About Lazytown - With Stefanía Guðrún Halldórsdóttir 1:35:40

7M ago1:35:40

1:35:40

Happy New Year Stupid Little Gamers! We're back with a banger this week as Jess sits down with Stefanía Guðrún Halldórsdóttir, current CEO of Avalanche Studios Group, former GM of CCP games (of Eve Online fame), and perhaps most importantly, accomplished Sportacus mustache artist! They chat about the best mobile games to disassociate to, the wonder…

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And the Stupid Little Game Award Goes to... - With Hamish Young! 2:22:53

8M ago2:22:53

2:22:53

In this very special episode, Jess welcomes back Hamish Young (our first repeat offender!) for a comprehensive chat about The Game Awards from an insider game dev perspective. We go through every upcoming announcement (yup, ALL of 'em) and then give out a few Stupid Little Game Awards of our very own. Is this a long episode? Yes. Is this episode st…

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TS 494: Dulcet Beeping 1:04:44

8M ago1:04:44

1:04:44

This week we talk about pinto beans, hidden object games, AI chatbots, lemon yogurt, haunting music, and lactose-free Thanksgivings.Support us on Patreon to keep the podcast going, view more detailed show notes, and to gain access to exclusive content at: http://www.patreon.com/theshowsamandjoeFavorite things:Ethel CainTamagotchi Original - Lovely …

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The True Mayor of the Pit - With Anya Combs! 1:43:21

8M ago1:43:21

1:43:21

This week, Jess sits down with video game, TTRPG, and board game crowdfunding expert Anya Combs! They chat about Dragon Age: The Veilguard, sexism in the world of music (and games!), "riding the cow to get to the horse" when trying to fund your passion projects, and Anya's amazing gig as a professional punk saxophonist. Then they play a Stupid Litt…

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TS 493: Anal Rail Gun 1:01:11

9M ago1:01:11

1:01:11

This week we talk about trampolines, buttplugs, chatting with neighbors, Bluesky, brie cheese, and specialty coffee drinks.Support us on Patreon to keep the podcast going, view more detailed show notes, and to gain access to exclusive content at: http://www.patreon.com/theshowsamandjoeFavorite things:BlueskyRebounder Trampoline Hosted on Acast. See…

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Sneaking Around a Park at 2AM - With Jason Kanter! 1:23:28

9M ago1:23:28

1:23:28

On this week's episode of Stupid Little Games, Jess sits down with video game audio guru Jason Kanter! He's done sound design, audio direction, and voice direction on franchises such as League of Legends, Bioshock, and the Just Cause series. They chat about games making you feel stupid, advice for sound designers old and new, and Jess says the word…

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TS 492: Gays of Our Lives 58:32

9M ago58:32

58:32

This week we talk about flying first class, Wicked, standing desks, food poisoning, soap operas, and Neko Atsume 2.Support us on Patreon to keep the podcast going, view more detailed show notes, and to gain access to exclusive content at: http://www.patreon.com/theshowsamandjoeFavorite things:Neko Atsume 2VIVO Electric Standing Desk Hosted on Acast…

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Joyfully Killing the Floss - With Kay Purcell! 2:20:39

9M ago2:20:39

2:20:39

On this week's episode, Jess sits down with Kay Purcell, Community Manager and games industry journalist extraordinaire. They talk about working at Deviant Art during the wild west days of the internet, making the Floss too cringe to continue (Thanks Kay!), and the irresistible pull of tabletop role-playing games. Then they play a supersized Stupid…

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Everything You've Ever Sucked Into Your Hole - With Ben Jaekle! 1:33:00

9M ago1:33:00

1:33:00

On this episode of Stupid Little Games, Jess chats with Benjamin Jaekle - narrative and game designer, indie game dev, and culinary hobbyist - about voluptuous pixels, the difficulty of writing jokes for video games, and working on your own game every day, even when life happens... Then they play a Stupid Little Game about cooking mechanics that Be…

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TS 491: Stump Water Miracles 1:06:19

9M ago1:06:19

1:06:19

This week we talk about stump water remedies, cassette tapes, Halloween candy, horror movies, look-alike dolls, and bronchitis.Support us on Patreon to keep the podcast going, view more detailed show notes, and to gain access to exclusive content at: http://www.patreon.com/theshowsamandjoeFavorite things:The Ring & The Ring 2Cassette Player Boombox…

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Going 145mph on the Autobahn - with Hamish Young! 1:24:13

9M ago1:24:13

1:24:13

On our premiere episode of Stupid Little Games, Jess sits down with Hamish Young, former game director, producer, and programmer on franchises such as Burnout, Need for Speed, and Just Cause (just to name a few). They chat about the olden days of game dev, getting lost in Leipzig in a borrowed Porche, and Jess quizzes Hamish on *mostly* Need for Sp…

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TS 490: A Cup of Tea, a Cookie, and You 1:04:12

10M ago1:04:12

1:04:12

This week we talk about old cartoons, new jeans, cheesesteaks, trips to Yellowstone, changing diapers, and the new season of Dragula.Support us on Patreon to keep the podcast going, view more detailed show notes, and to gain access to exclusive content at: http://www.patreon.com/theshowsamandjoeFavorite things:Dragula Season 6Levi’s Jeans Hosted on…

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TS 489: Hung, Drawed, and Quarters 58:37

10M ago58:37

58:37

This week we talk about old televisions, public humiliations, Halloween decorations, fire alarms, bad tv shows, and The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom.Support us on Patreon to keep the podcast going, view more detailed show notes, and to gain access to exclusive content at: http://www.patreon.com/theshowsamandjoeFavorite things:The Legend of Zel…

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TS 488: Red Rocket 57:20

11M ago57:20

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This week we talk about sink flooding, breaking TVs, last name origins, RCS messaging, water flossers, and baby hippos.Support us on Patreon to keep the podcast going, view more detailed show notes, and to gain access to exclusive content at: http://www.patreon.com/theshowsamandjoeFavorite things:Taskmaster Series 18iOS 18 RCS Messaging Hosted on A…

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TS 487: Smart Watch, Dumb Gays 1:02:59

11M ago1:02:59

1:02:59

This week we talk about the Barbie Flip Phone, a Tamagotchi made with real eggs, new PCs, thermometers, training people, and gag gifts.Support us on Patreon to keep the podcast going, view more detailed show notes, and to gain access to exclusive content at: http://www.patreon.com/theshowsamandjoeFavorite things:Alcedo Forehead and Ear ThermometerA…

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TS 486: Great Gals from Great Places 1:03:52

11M ago1:03:52

1:03:52

This week we talk about posture correctors, filler and botox, Drag Race, lead paint, and bore worms.Support us on Patreon to keep the podcast going, view more detailed show notes, and to gain access to exclusive content at: http://www.patreon.com/theshowsamandjoeFavorite things:RuPaul's Drag Race Global All StarsUpright GO 2 Hosted on Acast. See ac…

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TS 485: So I Got Bullied On Instagram Reels 1:05:54

12M ago1:05:54

1:05:54

This week we talk about Instagram comments, fidget toys, backpacks, dental surgery, online shopping, and popsicles.Support us on Patreon to keep the podcast going, view more detailed show notes, and to gain access to exclusive content at: http://www.patreon.com/theshowsamandjoeFavorite things:Outshine BarsBackpack Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pri…

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TS 484: RIP Buca di Beppo 1:04:23

12M ago1:04:23

1:04:23

This week we talk about chain restaurants, bankruptcy, new Stardew Valley farms, podcasts, the Olympics, and baking with rhubarb.Support us on Patreon to keep the podcast going, view more detailed show notes, and to gain access to exclusive content at: http://www.patreon.com/theshowsamandjoeFavorite things:Twinuendo PodcastStardew Valley Hosted on …

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