Best Alec Fields Podcasts (2025)

Legendary 5Ds decks has been DELAYED?! Oh, and we talk about the Game Awards nominees, GameStop's weird "Trade Anything" day and the Word of the Year!

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The Making of PSYCHOCANDY by The Jesus and Mary Chain - featuring Jim Reid and William Reid 1:45:05

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For the 40th anniversary of The Jesus and Mary Chain’s landmark debut album, Psychocandy, we take a detailed look at how it was made. Growing up in East Kilbride, Scotland, brothers William and Jim Reid had their lives changed by punk and both made plans to start their own bands. When they had trouble finding like-minded musicians in their town, th…

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Modern Yu-Gi-Oh Decks You Can Buy, Valve's Steam Hardware, Riftbound Controversies Abound 2:04:53

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We discuss the new Legendary Modern Decks in Yu-Gi-Oh, get an interesting insight into an OCG player's experience, talk about Riftbound's huge issues with its initial launch, share thoughts on the PlayStation State of Play Japan, discuss the game changer Steam hardware announcements from Valve, Grand Theft Auto IV's delay, and an AI marriage!…

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Master Duel FINALLY Banned Her! 1:45:49

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Master Duel finally banned Apollousa! Also, we discuss GameStop's new "Power Packs" for getting PSA graded cards, a huge new update for the PlayStation Portal, and a creepy new AI robot assistant.

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EP12: How Sprinting Changed Everything: The Birth of Feed the Cats with Brian Weiss 1:11:02

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In this episode of the Feed the Cats Podcast, Coach Tony Holler sits down with Coach Brian Weiss — a standout 400m/800m runner from the 1999 Harrisburg championship team and now the head coach at Triad High School. Brian was part of the very first team to experience the Feed the Cats philosophy in action — when Coach Holler shifted from traditional…

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Emergency Yu-Gi-Oh Banlist!? New World Premiere Archtypes! Parasocial Relationships! 1:56:46

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There's a new emergency Yu-Gi-Oh banlist here! Genesys format got a huge points update! We're getting a bunch more World Premiere decks! Magic shows off Avatar the Last Airbender! And so much more!

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Yu-Gi-Oh Counts as Gaming News, Right? 1:40:17

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This week, Paul and Alec discuss a number of small Yu-Gi-Oh updates like the Neuron event, Holiday Charity, and the Fallen and the Virtuous Deck release. MTG also has a new tournament series with a huge $500,000 prize pool, and both Xbox and PlayStation have thoughts on their next gen consoles!

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The Making of TRAMP by Sharon Van Etten - featuring Sharon Van Etten and Aaron Dessner 1:36:30

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In celebration of Sharon Van Etten’s breakthrough third album, Tramp, we take a detailed look at how it was made. Growing up in New Jersey, Sharon Van Etten studied music by learning several instruments and singing in the choir. After graduating high school, she went to Middle Tennessee State University to study recording. Though she started writin…

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FULL ART Cards Coming to Yu-Gi-Oh! 1:44:03

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We have to talk about the huge announcement that Yu-Gi-Oh will finally be getting extended art cards, called Overframes! Paul and Alec also recap their experiences at New York Comic Con last weekend, and discuss an interesting survey around gaming demographics. Magic the Gathering also put out a weird consumer survey...…

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Preview: Fela Kuti: Fear No Man 37:00

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Subscribe to ⁠Fela Kuti: Fear No Man.⁠ In a world that’s on fire, what is the role of art? What can music actually…do? Can a song save a life? Change a law? Topple a president? Get you killed? In Fela Kuti: Fear No Man, Jad Abumrad—creator of Radiolab, More Perfect, and Dolly Parton’s America—tells the story of one of the great political awakenings…

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Yu-Gi-Oh TCG Just Got Really Weird Again 1:41:27

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YCS Anaheim was a bit of a mixed bag, but there's plenty of stuff to talk about regardless!

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Why is Everything So Expensive Now? 1:52:11

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Yu-Gi-Oh Genesys format is off to a good start, Master Duel has a bit of a weak new banlist, and video games are just getting WAY too expensive now...

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Everything About Yu-Gi-Oh Genesys Format, Sony State of Play 2:07:54

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Paul and Alec dive in deep with the new Yu-Gi-Oh Genesys format, and our review of the Sony State of Play!

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Yu-Gi-Oh Banlist, Demon Slayer, Nintendo Direct 2:17:03

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We have to talk about the new Yu-Gi-Oh TCG banlist, and give our recap of the latest Nintendo Direct and our review of the Demon Slayer Infinity Castle movie.

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No, Yu-Gi-Oh Tournaments are NOT Ruined Forever 1:56:30

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Paul and Alec discuss the new Yu-Gi-Oh tournament policies that just went into effect. Oh, and we talk about a big Yu-Gi-Oh AI controversy? And an upcoming Nintendo Direct!

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EP11: How Knees Over Toes Guy Builds Healthier, Faster & Stronger Athletes with Ben Patrick 50:53

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In this episode, I sit down with Ben Patrick, a.k.a. Knees Over Toes Guy, whose training methods have taken the internet by storm. His mission is simple: less knee pain and more knee ability — with or without equipment. We dive into how Ben’s approach aligns with Feed the Cats Speed Training principles: - Avoiding overtraining to stay fresh and exp…

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Yu-Gi-Oh Worlds Was WEIRD 2:04:51

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Paul and Alec recap some of the announcements at Yu-Gi-Oh WCS, we talk about the MTG Spider-Man Universes Beyond, and another AI art controversy.

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The Making of WRITER'S BLOCK by Peter Bjorn and John - feat. Peter Morén, Björn Yttling and John Eriksson 1:46:38

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In celebration of Peter, Bjorn and John’s breakthrough third album, 'Writer’s Block,' we take a detailed look at how it was made. When Peter Morén and Björn Yttling started playing music together in high school, they bonded over a shared love of guitar rock. When they moved to Stockholm after high school, they met John Eriksson, who was a trained p…

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What's the Deal with "Collecting" Yu-Gi-Oh Cards? 2:18:43

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What's the difference between collecting and investing in Yu-Gi-Oh cards? We talk about that and dozens more viewer questions in this week's episode!

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EP10: What is Sprint-Based Football? How to Build Faster, Healthier Teams 1:01:31

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What if football practice was shorter, faster, and more fun — and your team won more games because of it? In this solo episode, I break down Sprint-Based Football (SBF) — a speed-first, low-dosage approach to coaching that prioritizes performance over grinding and winning over outworking your opponents. We’ll cover: ✅ Why traditional “conditioning-…

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Pokémon Showed Up Yu-Gi-Oh Again 1:55:09

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Yu-Gi-Oh has a few news bits AND we talk about a lot of gaming stories this week! Pokémon had a bunch of cool announcements at the World Championships, Gamescom was happening this week, and the PS5 is more expensive now...

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EP9: Improving Speed & Athleticism Thru Sprint Mechanics with David Weck 53:32

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In this episode, I sit down with David Weck, founder of The Weck Method and inventor of the world-famous BOSU Ball, to dive deep into sprint mechanics, speed development, and athletic performance. David shares his approach to movement and speed training, including: - Head Over Foot positioning - The Spinal Engine - Coiling mechanics for power and e…

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New Prize Cards and World Premiere Yu-Gi-Oh Cards! 1:44:24

4M ago1:44:24

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Paul and Alec talk about a lot of new Yu-Gi-Oh news. Paul went to a regional, we get a new Prize card, there's a new TCG World Premiere card coming in the tins, and so much more!

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Would You Pay $100 for a Video Game? 1:41:39

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We're lighter on Yu-Gi-Oh news this week, so we're tackling a bunch of video game and streaming stories! Would you pay $100 for GTA 6? What are the coolest upcoming fighting games? And would you be interested in Showrunner, the AI-generated streaming service?

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The Making of A RIVER AIN'T TOO MUCH TO LOVE by Smog - featuring Bill Callahan 1:33:50

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For the 20th anniversary of the Smog album, A River Ain’t Too Much to Love, we take a detailed look at how it was made. Bill Callahan began recording music under the name Smog in 1988 and releasing music on his own label, Disaster. After signing with Drag City early on, he released a series of albums in the 1990s and continued into the early 2000s.…

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The Internet Age Verification Surveillance State... And New Yu-Gi-Oh Time Rules! 2:05:08

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We discuss the new Yu-Gi-Oh Tournament Policy and the Master Duel's AI commentary feature. Plus Riftbound, Pokemon TCG Pocket, and the internet's wave of age verification and surveillance.

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Pokemon Presents, VShojo Scandal, Yu-Gi-Oh's New "Banlist" 1:58:24

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Everything about the latest Pokemon Presents, the Ironmouse VShojo scandal and more!

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Konami Ends Time Wizard Format After All... 1:43:52

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Paul recaps his experience at the Yu-Gi-Oh NAWCQ and we discuss the unfortunate confirmation that Time Wizard formats as we know them are about to change for good.

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Cool New Yu-Gi-Oh Structure Deck! Stop Killing Games, Microsoft! 1:40:20

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Let's talk about the new Yu-Gi-Oh Structure Deck, the unfortunate Microsoft layoffs, and the Stop Killing Games movement.

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EP8: Inside Be Activated: The Muscle Activation Changing Sports with Douglas Heel 1:27:50

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In this episode, we sit down with Douglas Heel, founder of Be Activated—the groundbreaking muscle activation system also known in the U.S. as RPR (Reflexive Performance Reset). Douglas explains how poor movement patterns and stress responses can block your body’s potential—and how simple activation techniques can instantly improve strength, speed, …

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EP7: “Big Time” Exposes the Absurd Truth About College Sports with Author Rus Bradburd 1:02:31

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What happens when a college sells its soul to survive? In this episode, we sit down with author Rus Bradburd to unpack his latest satirical novel, “Big Time” — a hilarious and biting commentary on the wild world of college athletics and higher education. - Link to his book, Big Time: https://amzn.to/44uoVSG Set at the fictional Coors State Universi…

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New Yu-Gi-Oh Policy Docs, Sonic x MTG, Bandai Namco Showcase 1:36:41

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This week, we talk about the newly updated Yu-Gi-Oh tournament policy documents, Disney Lorcana's first World Champion and his golden 1 of 1 Mickey Mouse card, Magic the Gathering's Sonic the Hedgehog collab, and the exciting games shown at the Bandai Namco Summer Showcase!

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EP6: Coaching, Handles, Hoops Culture, & a Basketball Legacy with Rus Bradburd 36:28

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In this first episode of a two-part series, the Feed the Cats Podcast welcomes Rus Bradburd—a former Division I basketball coach, world-class ball handler, and acclaimed author. Rus shares his incredible journey from growing up in Chicago Public Schools to becoming one of the top dribblers in the game and coaching at UTEP and New Mexico State. We d…

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EP4: Revolutionary Speed & Power Training with NFL Star Adam Archuleta & Dan Fichter 1:34:30

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In today’s podcast, former NFL Safety Adam Archuleta and the legendary Dan Fichter join me to break down the revolutionary speed, power, and explosiveness training that propelled Archuleta into the NFL. Archuleta trained under Jay Schroeder, using extreme and unconventional methods that helped him dominate the NFL Combine, leading to his first-roun…

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EP5: Speed Training, Development, and Performance with Brian Kula 1:29:23

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This video is a podcast on speed training and development. The podcast is with Brian Kula. Coach Kula has worked with thousands of athletes in his career as a track & field, sport performance and football coach. He has coached multiple National Champions, All-Americans, Gatorade Players of the Year and State Champions in a variety of sports. Kula h…

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EP3: Powerlifting, Strength Training, and Speed with Dan John 1:10:28

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This is all about speed and sprint training, proper workouts and overall, a new philosophy to coaching. This episode is a conversation with Dan John. Dan John has spent his life with one foot in the world of lifting and throwing, and the other foot in academia. An All-American discus thrower, Dan has also competed at the highest levels of Olympic l…

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EP2: Improving Speed & Cognitive Performance: Feed the Cats Speed Training with Brent Strickland 1:06:10

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In this podcast episode, we sit down with Brent Strickland to explore the "Feed the Cats" speed training method. We dive deep into how this unique approach not only enhances athletic performance but also impacts cognitive abilities. Brent shares insights on the data behind the method and how it proves measurable improvements in speed. Whether you'r…

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EP1: "Freak of Training" - Revolutionary Speed Training with Adam Archuleta 1:14:13

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In today's podcast, I discuss the revolutionary speed training and development of Adam Archuleta, a formal NFL safety for the Rams, Cardinals, and Bears. Archuleta trained with Jay Schroeder to focus on speed and performance. Archuleta dominated the combine and was selected in the first round by the Rams. His unique training vaulted him into the NF…

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The Making of CLAP YOUR HANDS SAY YEAH (Self-Titled) - featuring Alec Ounsworth 1:35:30

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For the 20th anniversary of the debut Clap Your Hands Say Yeah album, we take a detailed look at how it was made. After Alec Ounsworth began recording demos of the songs he was writing, he connected with musicians he met while attending Connecticut College. The band was officially formed in 2004 and included Ounsworth, Lee Sargent, Tyler Sargent, S…

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Yu-Gi-Oh Anime is Good! New MTG Commander Format! Ironheart Review Bombing 1:46:50

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We talk about the new Yu-Gi-Oh Chronicles Albaz story, the latest Shadow Duelist reveal, MTG's 2 new Commander formats, and we talk

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Konami Backpedals, Shadowverse Controversy, Solo Leveling, and ChatGPT Destroying Our Brains 1:56:13

5M ago1:56:13

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Konami changed back the controversial Yu-Gi-Oh retro rules, Shadowverse World Beyond launches with predatory monetization, and ChatGPT is definitely destroying our brains.

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Konami Has Changed Retro Yu-Gi-Oh Forever 1:55:48

6M ago1:55:48

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Paul and Alec discuss the highly controversial changes Konami has issued around Yu-Gi-Oh Time Wizard formats, the difficulties in obtaining the new Magic the Gathering x Final Fantasy products, exciting announcements around Riftbound (the League of Legends TCG), the successful launch of the Nintendo Switch 2, the upcoming Xbox ROG Ally, the new Mar…

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Paul's MCU Journey? Expedition 33 vs Final Fantasy! And Our Awful Fanfiction Stories 1:54:00

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Paul and Alec are answering a bunch of listener questions, both Yu-Gi-Oh and otherwise, in this episode of "Emptying the Pot"

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Surprising New Yu-Gi-Oh Promos, Anime Awards, HBO Harry Potter Cast 1:57:20

6M ago1:57:20

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Welcome back for another week! Let's talk Yu-Gi-Oh WCS announcements, the Crunchyroll Anime Awards, the new HBO Harry Potter cast, and more.

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The Making of CRAZY RHYTHMS by The Feelies - featuring Glenn Mercer and Bill Million 1:31:50

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For the 45th anniversary of The Feelies’ classic debut album, Crazy Rhythms, we take a detailed look at how it was made. After the band formed as The Outkids in Haledon, New Jersey in 1976, Glenn Mercer, Bill Million and Dave Weckerman started playing with brothers Keith Clayton and Vinnie DeNunzio. They changed their name to The Feelies as they st…

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Why Doesn't Yu-Gi-Oh Have a New Anime Right? 1:56:08

6M ago1:56:08

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We discuss some exciting new Yu-Gi-Oh product announcements like Retro Pack 2, Pokemon TCG chaos at Gamestop, and give our takes on Google I/O, where they showed some interest AI products.

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Why Do People REALLY Quit Yu-Gi-Oh? Is It the Game or YOU? 1:50:50

7M ago1:50:50

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This week is a rapid fire series of stories and headlines for Paul and Alec to discuss. There's also a great viewer question: when people quit games like Yu-Gi-Oh, is it because of the game or themselves?

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Yu-Gi-Oh Prizes, GTA 6 Trailer, Xbox is $100 More, Marvel Thunderbolts 1:53:18

7M ago1:53:18

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Paul and Alec discuss Konami's recent announcement of the new Yu-Gi-Oh YCS Prize cards. We also react to the new Grand Theft Auto VI trailer and its unfortunate release delay. And of course, our review of the newest Marvel movie: Thunderbolts! Lots of exciting things to chat about so we're looking forward to hearing what you all think!…

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How We Ended Up Being Nerds 1:50:54

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We talk Yu-Gi-Oh, Altered TCG, and then Paul and Alec share the start of each of their nerd journeys. From books and video games to bullying... deep stuff!