Episode 141 - The Game "Awards"
This week Jason dives into the 2023 edition of The Game Awards, as he analyzes what happened at the show, and what needs to happen going forward.
Dec 08, 2023•44 min
Cheesesteaks & Controllers
The Cheesesteaks and Controllers Podcast is Philly's place for all things gaming. From competitive esports to the hottest new announcements, Fox PHL The Gambler's Esports/Gaming Insider Jason Fanelli brings you everything you need to know, all with authentic Philly flair. If you want to learn more about video games, take a bite out of these Cheesesteaks and Controllers.
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Episode 140 - Black Tabby Games, Zelda Movie, And Game Awards Nominee Predictions
This week, Jason speaks with Tony Arias and Abby Howard of Black Tabby Games about their new hit Slay The Princess! He then gives his thoughts on the Legend Of Zelda live-action film announced this week, before ending with predictions for the Game Awards nominee announcement coming next week.
Nov 10, 2023•57 min
Episode 139 - Extra Life with Jeff Montegut, Holiday Gift Ideas, and 2023's Place In Gaming History
This week, Jason is joined by Jeff Montegut, director of Extra Life for Children's Miracle Network Hospitals, to talk about this weekend's Extra Life 2023 Game Day events. After that, Jason offers a few holiday gift ideas for the geek culture enthusiast on your list, and then gives his thoughts on the "Is 2023 The Best Year In Video Games?" debate.
Nov 03, 2023•1 hr 5 min
Episode 138 - Orange Cassidy, Japan, and Pokemon Unite Casters
This week on the return of Cheesesteaks And Controllers, Jason sits down with Orange Cassidy, AEW International Champion, ahead of AEW Dynamite at the Liacouras Center on Temple University's campus. He then recounts his trip to Japan in August, before ending the show with two Pokemon Unite casters, Spragels and Zoinks, to talk about the competitive Unite scene.
Oct 25, 2023•59 min
Episode 137 - EVO 2023 with Rick 'TheHadou' Thiher
IT'S EVO WEEK! Jason sits down with Evo general manager Rick "TheHadou" Thiher to talk about the show in two segments: one recorded before the Project L announcement, and one after! Jason then gives his hopes and dreams for this year's event.
Aug 03, 2023•53 min
Episode 136 - OWL with Ash Parrish, Competitive Gaming's Future, And A Brief Chat About Graphics
This week, Jason speaks with The Verge's Ash Parrish about the troubles at The Overwatch League, including recent layoffs and a pending vote to continue the league. He then talks about the future in esports in general, and ends with a brief commentary on the importance of graphics in video games.
Jul 28, 2023•1 hr
Episode 135 - The Making Of Karateka With Digital Eclipse's Chris Kohler
This week, Jason is joined by Digital Eclipse editorial director Chris Kohler to talk about The Making of Karateka, the upcoming interactive documentary which chronicles the development of a classic game from the mid-80s. Kohler speaks about the story behind the project, reveals a few interesting tidbits, and speaks about the importance of game preservation in today's industry.
Jul 21, 2023•52 min
Episode 134 - WrestleQuest with Mega Cat Studios
This week, Jason sits down with James Deighan and Zack Manko of Mega Cat Studios ahead of their appearance at San Diego Comic-Con to talk all about WrestleQuest, which launches August 8! Topics include Zack's burgeoning wrestling career, PAX East, the "wrestlfication" of the RPG, and more!
Jul 18, 2023•55 min
Episode 133 - Capcom Franchises To Explore And Mortal Kombat 1 Roster Predictions
This week, Jason gives his thoughts on Capcom franchises the company should explore after comments made during a recent shareholder meeting. He then gives his thoughts on how the Mortal Kombat 1 roster might shake out, with tiers ranging from "definite" to "lol nah."
Jul 07, 2023•54 min
Episode 132 - Halfway Through 2023
Somehow we're already halfway through the year 2023, so Jason looks back at the first half, recaps the bonkers month of June, then previews the rest of the year to come. Hide your wallets!
Jun 30, 2023•52 min
Episode 131 - The One About Zelda
It's Legend of Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom Day! Jason goes over reviews for the latest Zelda game, then he tackles the "classic vs modern" Zelda debate before ending with his thoughts on the best entry point for non-Zelda fans to enter the franchise.
May 12, 2023•45 min
Episode 130 - Robot Cache with Kyle Stallock and The Super Mario Bros. Movie Review
This week, Jason sits down with Kyle Stallock, the head of community for online game marketplace Robot Cache, to talk about how this new store wants to use blockchain tech for good. Then, it's a full review of The Super Mario Bros. Movie, followed by a look at how film critics were not ready for it.
Apr 07, 2023•52 min
Episode 129 - E3 Is Cancelled, But PAX East Was Fun
It's a Convention Episode on Cheesesteaks and Controllers, as Jason eulogizes E3 after its cancellation and recaps his PAX East experience from last weekend.
Mar 31, 2023•55 min
Episode 128 - PAX East Preview with Jon Jansen
It's PAX East weekend! Jason is joined by fellow Fox PHL The Gambler (and first-time gaming convention media badge holder) Jon Jansen to talk what he's playing now and what we're looking forward to at the show.
Mar 23, 2023•1 hr 7 min
Episode 127 - Down On Esports, Disney's Best Games, And BEACN Product Reviews
This week, Jason talks about not being excited about new esports ventures, lists his favorite Disney-themed video games of all time, and reviews the BEACN Mic and BEACN Mix Create recording equipment.
Mar 10, 2023•52 min
Episode 126 - Tolarian Community College and MagicCon 2023 Preview
This week is all about Magic: The Gathering! Jason welcome Professor Brian from Tolarian Community College to talk about the state of the game today and the future. He then runs down the basic rules and formats of 31-year-old game, before previewing what's coming this weekend at MagicCon 2023 in Philadelphia.
Feb 16, 2023•1 hr 2 min
Episode 125 - Nintendo Direct Recap And SUPER BOWL STUFF
This week Jason recaps the Nintendo Direct from February 8, then dives into football fever as Super Bowl LVII approaches, featuring YOUR Philadelphia Eagles.
Feb 10, 2023•48 min
Episode 124 - MEAC Commish Sonja Stills, E3 Dropouts, And A Memorial For Games Shut Down
This week MEAC Commissioner Sonja Stills rejoins the show to talk about the MEAC Esports Championships that will run alongside the MEAC Conference Tournament in March. After that, Jason talks about the news of a few E3 dropouts, then finishes by eulogizing the games recently announced to be shutting down.
Feb 03, 2023•49 min
Episode 123 - Grant Kirkhope, Goldeneye Tips, and 5 Games That Will Never Be Re-Released
This week Jason speaks to Grant Kirkhope , video game composer extraordinare, to talk about his Goldeneye 007 soundtrack as the game re-releases today. Next, Jason gives some tips on how to play Goldeneye and what to expect, and finally he lists five games that, unlike Goldeneye, likely won't ever release again.
Jan 27, 2023•58 min
Episode 122 - Fantasy Critic 2023 Advice and The Last Of Us HBO Ep 1 Impressions
This week, Jason gives his advice on Fantasy Critic strategies and how to best build your publisher, followed by his thoughts on the first episode of The Last Of Us on HBO.
Jan 20, 2023•51 min
Episode 121 - Harold Goldberg and A Look At 2023
This week Jason sits down with Harold Goldberg, head of the New York Video Game Critics Circle, to talk about the organization and the New York Game Awards coming up January 17. He then looks ahead to 2023, including games coming out, gaming-related resolutions, and a eulogy for the Philadelphia Fusion.
Jan 06, 2023•59 min
Episode 120 - The Wiz Wit Awards 2022!
It's the 2022 Wiz Wit Awards! Jason names his top 10 video games of 2022, as well as a few specialty awards for games that deserve special recognition.
Dec 23, 2022•56 min
Episode 119 - Pedro "Flute Guy" Eustache and the Top Stories Of 2022
This week, Jason sits down with Pedro "Flute Guy" Eustache to talk about his newfound fame, the complexity of video game music, and much much more. Jason then shares the five biggest stories (in his opinion) in esports and video games from the year 2022.
Dec 16, 2022•1 hr 13 min
Episode 118 - The Game Awards Recap Show
Jason recaps all of the winners and reveals from The Game Awards 2022, then ends with something he has to get off his chest about the coming year.
Dec 09, 2022•41 min
Episode 117 - Ryan Hartman from Penny Arcade and The Game Awards Preview
Cheesesteaks And Controllers is back! This week Jason speaks with Ryan Hartman, VP of Media, Content, and Events at Penny Arcade, to talk PAX Unplugged in Philly this weekend. After that, Jason previews and predicts The Game Awards 2022 coming next week.
Dec 02, 2022•1 hr 7 min
Episode 116 - Playoffs?! You Talkin' Bout Playoffs?!
This week is all about the postseason, as Jason talks about the Fusion in the Overwatch League Playoffs, the final four of the League of Legends World Championship, and the Philadelphia Phillies in the World Series.
Oct 28, 2022•46 min
Episode 115 - OWL Playoffs, LoL Worlds Groups Pt 2, and The 10 Biggest 2022 Releases Left
This week Jason recaps the Philadelphia Fusion's Countdown Cup results, reacts to the League of Legends Worlds 2022 Group Stage matches so far (sorry LCS), and runs down his 10 biggest game launches still to come in 2022.
Oct 14, 2022•51 min
Episode 114 - LoL Worlds Groups, MK Turns 30, and Mario Movie Trailer Reaction
This week Jason recaps the League of Legends Worlds 2022 Play-In Stage/previews the Groups Stage, looks back at the history of Mortal Kombat on its 30 anniversary, and gives his thoughts on the Super Mario Bros. Movie teaser trailer.
Oct 07, 2022•59 min
Episode 113 - Nyla Rose, MegaCat Studios, and FGC Pro Anakin
This week on a special Wednesday episode, Jason speaks with Nyla Rose ahead of AEW Dynamite at the Liacouras Center in Philadelphia. He then chats with Mega Cat Studio's James Deighan and Zack Manko about Wrestlequest, the upcoming turn-based pro wrestling RPG. Finally he sits down with Red Bull's Hoa "Anakin" Luu, a professional Tekken player, to talk his history in Tekken and the future of the scene.
Sep 28, 2022•1 hr 3 min
Episode 112 - LoL Worlds 2022, Nintendo Direct State of Play, and Street Fighter 6
This week, Jason previews League of Legends Worlds 2022, recaps both the Nintendo Direct and Sony State of Play, and finally gives his thoughts on the future of Street Fighter 6 after this week's Capcom TGS presentation.
Sep 16, 2022•55 min
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