A bi-weekly geek pop culture news show. We're like NPR but for like...movies and games.
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An actual-play TTRPG podcast featuring adventures for all! Find us wherever you find podcasts. Our current catalog: Season 1: The Consultants - Our homebrewed, longer-form campaign. Season 2: Kina's Vault - A 3-part "ShortSight" heist. Season 3: The Curse of Strahd - Our brief dip into the famed module.
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There is an undeniable fact in life: Toys have always been a part of growing up. They were the first thing we coveted. They were the vehicles for our imagination, our first friends, our baby sitters. There is no better shade of nostalgia than reminiscing on the toys that made us who we are.Every week we give an insight on a specific toy. Its rise. Its fall. Its impact.This is Toys Were Us
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Episode 508: Accessibility in Games 2025 Edition
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1:20:59This week on the show, we have all the geek news you need and in the boss room we’re talking about accessibility in video games because there’s been a ton of improvements since we last dove into this topic.
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Episode 507: Daredevil Born Again (and the news!)
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1:24:22This week on the show, we have all the geek news you need and in the boss room we’re talking about Daredevil Born Again - one heck of a Disney Plus show that just came to an end.
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Episode 506: What the Nintendo is Going On
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1:01:19This week on the show, we have all the geek news you need and in the boss room we’re going to break down everything from the Switch 2 reveal and discuss what the hell is going on with Nintendo.
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The Consultants emerge from the mines victorious. Time to tie up loose ends and report on their findings! . . Support the show Contact: [email protected] Instagram: hinesight20_20 Website: www.hinesight20-20.com Music Resources: Rebel; Tabletop Audio at tabletopaudio.com; Epidemic Sound at epidemicsound.com; Plate Mail Games, Sonic Legends, a…
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The Consultants face off against Barun and the Cult of the Phoenix King for the fate of several shapechangers and missing persons! . . First-Time-Use Audio Files: Tabletop Audio's Dungeon Collapse, Battle of the Amazons, Lord of Bones, Hellhound Alley, Battle Requiem. Support the show Contact: [email protected] Instagram: hinesight20_20 Websi…
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Episode 505: Nintendo Direct (Part 1) and Invincible
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1:34:02(This was recorded before the switch 2 reveal) This week on the show, Nintendo showed off a huge Direct we cover in the news and our main topic is the show Invincible - something we’ve been meaning to cover for a while, but with the newest season wrapped up, we figured now is the time to talk about it…
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The Consultants step through the rift to find themselves in a land of fire. A strong presence from the Cult of the Phoenix King is encountered. . This Week's Recipe: Stone Giant Porridge Dinner . . First-Time-Use Audio Files: Plate Mail Games' Pro RPG Audio: Raging Inferno, Ash Choked Plains, Volcanic Cavern; Tabletop Audio's Treacherous Path, Fog …
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The Consultants have stumbled upon an ancient city, unseen by surface-dwellers for centuries! . . First-Time-Use Audio Files: Tabletop Audio's Mummy's Tomb, Desert Devotional, Desert Temple, A New Beginning. Support the show Contact: [email protected] Instagram: hinesight20_20 Website: www.hinesight20-20.com Music Resources: Rebel; Tabletop A…
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The Consultants have reached the depths of Mount Munte and stirred up some trouble. Let's see how this plays out! . . First-Time-Use Audio Files: Tabletop Audio's Tomb Guardians, Ice Cavern, Elven Procession. Support the show Contact: [email protected] Instagram: hinesight20_20 Website: www.hinesight20-20.com Music Resources: Rebel; Tabletop …
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Episode 504: Defending Dumb Action Movies
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1:13:43This week on the show, we decided last night to do something silly and so our main topic this week will be defending quote dumb action movies. We’re not talking about high brow cinema like John Wick. We’re talking movies like shoot um up.
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After dispatching the kruthiks that attacked the dig site, The Consultants continue their investigation. One Old Man Gundersen may have the key to reaching the deepest depths of Mount Munte! . . First-Time-Use Audio Files: Tabletop Audio's Cave of Time, Map Chamber; Plate Mail Games' Pro RPG Audio: The Earth's Bowels. Support the show Contact: team…
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Episode 503: The Past and Future of DC Films
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1:24:30This week on the show, with the newest Superman film around the corner, we decided to talk about the DC films of the past, and what we’d like to see in James Gunn's universe going forward!
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The Consultants have come across an active dig site in the mines of Mount Munte. Conversations, confrontations, and combat ensue! . . First-Time-Use Audio Files: Plate Mail Games' Pro RPG Audio: Dwarven City. Support the show Contact: [email protected] Instagram: hinesight20_20 Website: www.hinesight20-20.com Music Resources: Rebel; Tabletop …
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The Consultants set down for a rest in the mines of Mt. Munte. After some recovery and chatter, they delve deeper into the depths. . . First-Time-Use Audio Files: Tabletop Audio's Rebuilding, The Murky Depths, Dungeon II: Mechanical, Spirit of the Plains. Support the show Contact: [email protected] Instagram: hinesight20_20 Website: www.hines…
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Episode 502: State of Play and Portable Gaming
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1:31:12This week on the show, we breakdown Sony's latest State of Play and talk about why the future of gaming is handheld.
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Battered and bruised, The Consultants get their bearings in the mines. Reuniting with Sabre, however, proves a bit tumultuous. . . First-Time-Use Audio Files: Tabletop Audio's Whispering Caverns, Descent. Support the show Contact: [email protected] Instagram: hinesight20_20 Website: www.hinesight20-20.com Music Resources: Rebel; Tabletop Audi…
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The Consultants encounter Sabre in the mines of Mt. Munte. Chaos ensues. . . First-Time-Use Audio Files: Tabletop Audio's Harpies' Nest, Demon Army, Hidden Passage. Support the show Contact: [email protected] Instagram: hinesight20_20 Website: www.hinesight20-20.com Music Resources: Rebel; Tabletop Audio at tabletopaudio.com; Epidemic Sound a…
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This week on the show, we're going to talk about the Star Wars show Skeleton Crew, now that it's all wrapped up. You may notice we've started changing things up around here - with new key art thanks to our producer and we're playing with the show format some! Please let us know what you think on social media. We're GNGGcast on just about everything…
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The Consultants head off to the Miner's Guild to investigate a child's disappearance. . This Week's Recipe: Papa's Bakery's Sweet Pumpernickel Loaf . . First-Time-Use Audio Files: Tabletop Audio's Trireme, Counting House, Spire: The Vermissian, The Great Lift. Support the show Contact: [email protected] Instagram: hinesight20_20 Website: www.…
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The Consultants heed the call to adventure after an incident at the Sanctuary of Lady Eostre. Join us as Boko, Marion, and Ziggy follow the clues! . . First-Time-Use Audio Files: Tabletop Audio's Adventure Begins, Between Adventures, New Orleans Noir, Lorekeeper Grove, The Undercroft, Viking Tavern. Support the show Contact: [email protected]…
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The one thing we can look forward to this year, is all the nerdy pop culture fun that's coming out. This week we're taking a look at what's to come in 2025!
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What's this? A secret BONUS episode?! Join us as we talk about all the geeky things we loved in 2024. See you in 2025!
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Episode 500!: 10+ Years of Nerdy Pop Culture Trends and Moments
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2:54:32We did it! We made it to episode 500. This week on the show, one of our OG hosts has come back as we discuss what 10+ years of doing this podcast was like from a pop culture perspective. Thank you to everyone who has been on this journey with us and we hope you enjoy this very special episode.
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Josh, the DM, talks about our plans moving forward into 2025! . . Support the show Contact: [email protected] Instagram: hinesight20_20 Website: www.hinesight20-20.com Music Resources: Rebel; Tabletop Audio at tabletopaudio.com; Epidemic Sound at epidemicsound.com; Plate Mail Games, Sonic Legends, and Ambient Environments via drivethrurpg.com…
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Episode 499: The Genre of Cyberpunk and the real world
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1:15:27This week, we talk about the week in geek news - and open up about why we love the Cyberpunk genre while discussing recent events in the world. Please join us for this special episode.
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The party buries Kolyan Indirovich, then leaves Barovia for Vallaki. Along the way, they meet some colorful characters. . . First-Time-Use Audio Files: Tabletop Audio's Mountain Pass, Halfling Festival; Epidemic Sound's Beneath the Church (Jo Wandrini), Phantom, Ghostly, Ambience, Long, Creepy 01, Burned Down (Bon Fields), Little Idea (Christophe G…
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Kit, Leia, and Maude spend some time getting to know Ireena and Ismark. Meanwhile, bizarre happenings occur about the Village of Barovia. . . First-Time-Use Audio Files: Tabletop Audio's Winter Encampment; Epidemic Sound's Bath, Person Bathing In Tub, Scrubbing, Squeaking Of Tub, Shivers in the Shadows (Victor Lundberg), Nightlight (DEX 1200), The …
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Episode 498: Let's Talk About Game Feel
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1:37:16This week on the show, after the news - we take a deep dive into the concept of "game feel". What games stand out to us thanks to things like mechanics, graphics and more. Join us, for an all-new episode!
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Having survived the Death House, Kit, Leia, and Maude arrive at the Village of Barovia. . . First-Time-Use Audio Files: Tabletop Audio's Barovian Village, Village of the Damned, The Attic; Epidemic Sound's Deep Cellar (Experia), Ancient Spells (Ruiqi Zhao), Silent Castle (Jay Varton), Sleepy Hollow (Martin Klem). Support the show Contact: team@hine…
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This week on the show, we have a whole TGS and Playstation State of play to dive into!
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In Hector's study with Sirs Fey and Pegassi, the Consultants discuss happenings at the mines, the history of the Gauge Guild, as well as remedies for petrification. . . Support the show Contact: [email protected] Instagram: hinesight20_20 Website: www.hinesight20-20.com Music Resources: Rebel; Tabletop Audio at tabletopaudio.com; Epidemic Sou…
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This week, we're doing a breakdown of all the things we're looking forward to from Gamescom - and even talk about some of the week in news as well! Join us - for an all new episode!
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In the wake of the skirmish with the Sirs, Boko meets a blacksmith, Ziggy tries out an ascot, and Marion has an interesting conversation. . This Week's Recipe: Sir Hector's Feast . . First-Time-Use Audio Files: Tabletop Audio's Stables, Blacksmith Shoppe, The Madding Crowd, Royal Salon. Support the show Contact: [email protected] Instagram: h…
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What media brings you comfort? This week on the show, after the news, we talk about all the movies, tv and more that bring us comfort when we are feeling down. Join us, for an all-new episode!
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Boko, Marion, and Ziggy face the Sirs in a bit of friendly combat. "Friendly" swords and fires abound! . . Support the show Contact: [email protected] Instagram: hinesight20_20 Website: www.hinesight20-20.com Music Resources: Rebel; Tabletop Audio at tabletopaudio.com; Epidemic Sound at epidemicsound.com; Plate Mail Games, Sonic Legends, and …
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Comic-Con is over, but we need to talk about ALL the reveals that happened that weekend.
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While exploring Grünheim, Marion discovered a bit of drivel in the form of My Life as a Half-Orc Princess (MLAAHOP) by Jennifer Trepple. The story continues with Chapter 2! . . Support the show Contact: [email protected] Instagram: hinesight20_20 Website: www.hinesight20-20.com Music Resources: Rebel; Tabletop Audio at tabletopaudio.com; Epid…
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Another Fifth Monday Flashback has arrived! Tune in to recap episodes 29 through 37 wherein The Consultants begin to explore the city of Ysant and all the secrets it holds. . . Support the show Contact: [email protected] Instagram: hinesight20_20 Website: www.hinesight20-20.com Music Resources: Rebel; Tabletop Audio at tabletopaudio.com; Epid…
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This week on the show, after the news, we get into a breakdown of The Acolyte. What we liked, what we didn't and why we loved it. Join us, for an all-new episode!
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Episode 492: Movies you might have missed this year
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1:08:50This week on the show, we are halfway through the year, and we wanna talk about some of the movies you might have missed!
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The Consultants have lunch with Sirs Hector, Fey, and Pegassi. Conversation topics include Ziggy's parents, a skirmish, and a party. . This Week's Recipe: Boko's Culinary Journey (AKA Berry Oatmeal Bake) . . First-Time-Use Audio Files: Tabletop Audio's Mainframe, Glimmerwood Grove, Rolling Emporium, Blastfire Bog. Support the show Contact: team@hin…
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It's a busy time about Ysant! Boko makes some food, Marion has several conversations, and Ziggy locates his parents' whereabouts. . This Week's Recipe: Beef Jerky . . First-Time-Use Audio Files: Tabletop Audio's The Hearth Inn, Investigator's Office, Medieval Banquet, Floating Market, Medieval Market. Support the show Contact: [email protected]…
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Boko faces off against The Boxer! The Consultants learn a bit more about Edgar's employer and Marion has some unexpected encounters. . This Week's Recipe: Ice Tea Cubes . . First-Time-Use Audio Files: Plate Mail Games' Event Tracks: Entering the Arena. Support the show Contact: [email protected] Instagram: hinesight20_20 Website: www.hinesigh…
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This week, after the news, we're gonna take a deep dive into all things X-Men 97!
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The Consultants wander off to the fighting pits in search of Edgar. And surprise, surprise... some fighting ensues! . This Week's Recipe: EdiBowls . . First-Time-Use Audio Files: Tabletop Audio's Halfling Sneak, Colosseum, Lucha Libre!, Pit Fighter, Rat Battle. Support the show Contact: [email protected] Instagram: hinesight20_20 Website: www…
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Boko, Marion, and Ziggy visit the famed Bards' Bar in hopes of finding a contact and gaining some information. . This Week's Recipe: Pantry Pretzels . . First-Time-Use Audio Files: Tabletop Audio's Den of Iniquity, Halfling Lodge; Plate Mail Games' Musical Tension Tracks: Piece 5; guitarman213's Emotional Acoustic Guitar with Reverb at freesound.or…
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Episode 490: That One Scene In Community, But The News
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1:06:05This week on the show, well...we've been off the air for a couple weeks and in that time, a LOT has happened - so this week, its nothing but the news. Strap in and strap on because its going to be a wild ride.
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In the aftermath of the fight at The Junkyard, Boko and Marion return to The Sanctuary of Lady Eostre while Ziggy does some clean up. A long night of conversations ensues. . This Week's Recipe: Mama's Cheese & Crackers . . First-Time-Use Audio Files: Tabletop Audio's Alien Reactor. Support the show Contact: [email protected] Instagram: hinesi…
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Episode 489: BRO (Boss-Room-Only): What makes for a classic game
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1:16:24This week on the show, its been a hecking busy last couple weeks for Hector and I, so we thought this week we’d have one of our Boss room only episodes. So this week, our ONLY topic is - - what makes for a quote, unquote, classic video game. Before we start, don't forget you can head over to Goodnight.gg where as a patron of our show you can sugges…
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While exploring Grünheim, Marion discovered a bit of drivel in the form of My Life as a Half-Orc Princess (MLAAHOP) by Jennifer Trepple. For our bonus episode this month, we have a narration of its first chapter. Enjoy! . . First-Time-Use Audio Files: Tabletop Audio's Haven. Support the show Contact: [email protected] Instagram: hinesight20_2…
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