This week we're sad, but also happy, to announce the end of Constantly Calibrating and the Constantly Calibrating Podcast. It's been a long road these last eight years, through high highs and low lows. It's been our joy to share this time with you all, but all good things must come to an end. Join us as we discuss what the end of Constantly Calibrating means and announce some, but not all of our plans leading up to the end. It's not all melancholy news, as we're joined this week by the Founder o...
Feb 07, 2020•1 hr 25 min•Ep. 312
After what seems like years, Alex O'Neill, Founder of Irrational Passions finally joined us on the Constantly Calibrating Podcast. We took a journey through some of what they do at IP, looked at their upcoming PAX East 2020 panel, and went beyond! And before that we were joined by Blake Dove to talk PAX South 2020 and what it's like attending the first PAX event of the new year. Watch the show recorded live every Tuesday at 4:30PM PT / 7:30PM ET on https://www.Mixer.com/ConCalPod.
Jan 31, 2020•1 hr 29 min•Ep. 311
2020 has started and we're bringing you our first podcast of the year. And it's a blast to the past as we're bringing one of our oldest friends, Kevin Wallace, to talk about CES 2020, and honestly more topics than we can possibly put together. If we're being honest, this podcast goes places and will go down as one of our best, if a bit of everything all at once. Watch the show recorded live every Tuesday at 4:30PM PT / 7:30PM ET on https://www.Mixer.com/ConCalPod.
Jan 30, 2020•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 310
Wrapping up our 2019 podcast coverage, here is our annual semi-spectacular Constantly Calibrating Award Show! Joining Josh and Justin we had Kate Sanchez of But Why Tho?, and making his record-breaking fourth appearance on the show, Nathan Brandt of The New Entertainment System Podcast. Come join our cast as we discuss our Gaming Experience(s) of the Year, Film(s) of the Year, Most Anticipated Game(s) of 2020, and our Game(s) of the Year! Watch the show recorded live every Tuesday at 4:30PM PT /...
Jan 30, 2020•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 309
We begin the Constantly Calibrating Podcast wrap-up of 2019 with our Best Games of the Decade episode! Josh, featuring Caitlin Gaze Rowe of Uppercut, Nathan Brandt of The New Entertainment System Podcast, & returning co-host and member of the Meaty Boiz Ryan Firster, takes you all on a lengthy journey exploring what made gaming special between 2010 and 2019. Watch the show recorded live every Tuesday at 4:30PM PT / 7:30PM ET on https://www.Mixer.com/ConCalPod.
Jan 29, 2020•2 hr 3 min•Ep. 308
This week is Constantly Calibrating's last interview podcast for 2019...for the decade we started. We're going out with one awesome chat with an awesome gentleman, Pedro Esparza, Executive Director of MCProHosting and Advisor to the Boehm Collective. We talked to Pedro about his journey from parody musician to running MCProHosting to what the future holds. There were talks of what one can do to establish themselves in the gaming industry, and we may have started out talking about Thanksgiving. C...
Dec 10, 2019•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 307
The holiday season begins in the US and this week Josh sat down with long-time friend of the show, Sky Shows. On the show they talked about Sky's unique career path, working with Into the AM, devising and creating influencer management programs, moving onto The Brand Amp, and...Thanksgiving traditions? That's right, we take you on a marketing journey and then end it with a look at Thanksgiving traditions, preferred and disliked food, and maybe a little preview of the best games of 2019 and beyon...
Dec 03, 2019•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 306
Note: This episode was recorded the week Disney+ launched. As such some of the information regarding features is a bit out of date. The rest of the discussion is gold though, so give it a watch or listen. This week on the Constantly Calibrating Podcast Josh and Justin are joined by Mick Abrahamson (DaNanoBiologist) & Branden Mccully to discuss the launch of Disney+. From desired features to our experiences to the first thing we watched, we cover everything there is to cover during the Disney...
Nov 19, 2019•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 305
It's time to get spooky as Josh and Justin don totally comfortable costumes and welcome Kam Konek (The New Entertainment System Podcast) & Bells (Girls Play) to the show. The topics are all about horror films, Halloween costumes and traditions, and why we decided to do a spooky episode when we're not spooky content people. Watch the show recorded live every Tuesday at 4:30PM PT / 7:30PM ET on https://www.Mixer.com/ConCalPod.
Nov 05, 2019•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 304
For episode 302 of the Constantly Calibrating Podcast Josh and Justin sat down with Aaron Linde, Programming Producer for Dreamhack. On the show they tackled Aaron's journey into the gaming and esports landscape, and what led to him heading up programming content for Dreamhack. If you've ever wondered what goes into managing the programming, and overall landscape of an event like Dreamhack, this is the show for you. We also get some little sneak peeks into what Dreamhack has on the horizon leadi...
Oct 15, 2019•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 302
This week Constantly Calibrating enters our 300's. For the start of this next journey Josh and Justin sat down with Gordon Li & Riley Auten, Co-Founders of Shotcall. Shotcall is a brand new service allowing streamers an easier, more efficient way to play with their fans and to even monetize the experience if they wish. For fans "Shotcall allows you to play alongside your favorite Pro Gamers, Content Creators, and Gaming Icons". The conversation this week focused around the origin of Shotcall...
Oct 11, 2019•54 min•Ep. 301
This is the 300th episode of the Constantly Calibrating Podcast, featuring returning co-hosts from long ago. Josh and Justin are joined by Brad Coggins, Brian McDaniel, and Constantly Calibrating Co-Founder Steven Needham (not seen since 2013) for a 2+ hour deep dive into the history of Constantly Calibrating as well as just a bit of catch-up for everyone. Watch the show recorded live every Tuesday at 5:30PM PT / 8:30PM ET on https://www.Mixer.com/ConCalPod. Listen & Subscribe Here: iTunes: ...
Oct 09, 2019•2 hr 23 min•Ep. 300
Today is one of those dreams come true podcasts, as we wrap up the 200's for Constantly Calibrating with the delightful Kahlief Adams of Spawn on Me. Kahlief is a brilliant podcaster and overall human and was a delight for us to have on the show. Topics ranged from Kahlief's history in the gaming industry to the importance of diverse voices in the industry to the future of Spawn on Me. Come watch and listen as we discuss his plans for the future and his hopes for the present. Watch the show reco...
Sep 26, 2019•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 299
This week on the Constantly Calibrating Podcast we threw planning out the window as we last minute needed to compile a podcast. The pitched topic: "Let's get drunk and discuss Gears 5!" Was this accomplished? Honestly even as the editor of this podcast I can't be sure. What we do know is that our dynamic quintuple threat of hosts Josh Silverman & Justin Stanley, alongside guests Aiden Strawhun, Matthew Finneman, and Nathan Brandt got introspective and explored more topics than ever explored ...
Sep 24, 2019•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 299
Wrapping up our PAX West 2019 coverage this week, Josh and Justin chatted with a bevy of new guests on the Constantly Calibrating Podcast! Our duo chatted with Kinda Funny Up and Comer Chloe Naylor (EchoChlo), screenwriter Ben Bellevue, and Editor in Chief of But Why Tho? Kate Sanchez! The topics this week focused all around our experiences at PAX West, and featured an all-time record of technical issues for Constantly Calibrating. Seriously, we probably should've spent time editing in a counter...
Sep 17, 2019•57 min•Ep. 297
Look, we're not even at episode 300 yet, and we're only on episode like 5 or 6 of our return from hiatus, but this may be the best show Constantly Calibrating has ever done. Top 20 at least. We were joined this week by Nathan Brandt (aka TwoHeadedGiant) to talk about his brand new podcast, The New Entertainment System Podcast (https://linktr.ee/nespod) and to talk D23 news. What we ended up doing is introducing a new segment devoted to wholesome content, explore World of Warcraft Classic, and co...
Aug 30, 2019•1 hr 48 min•Ep. 296
This week we had Mr. Bad Bit Games on the show for one of the wildest rides of a podcast we've ever had. From talks of content we've outgrown, to over-sized webcam shenanigans, to every other direction a podcast could possibly go. This show went places and we'd love if you could join us on this journey! Watch the show recorded live every Tuesday at 5:30PM PT / 8:30PM ET on https://www.Mixer.com/ConCalPod. Listen & Subscribe Here: iTunes: https://constantlycalibrating.com/CCItunes Spotify: ht...
Aug 23, 2019•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 295
It's a busy week for news, which means it's a good thing we brought our old friend Hunter Bond on the show for his debut appearance. Hunter is here to chat about Ninja making a move from Twitch to Mixer and the implication that has for the streaming world as a whole. He's also here to talk about the ESA and their colossal mistake in leaking thousands of journalist's information. Oh, and he also helped us come up with a way more interesting to watch: combine it with the drama of wrestling/sports ...
Aug 09, 2019•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 294
For this week's episode we have the returning HologramDream from Exato Games Studios to talk their newly released game, ELO Hell! Watch the show recorded live every Tuesday at 5:30PM PT / 8:30PM ET on https://www.Mixer.com/ConCalPod. Listen & Subscribe Here: iTunes: https://constantlycalibrating.com/CCItunes Spotify: https://constantlycalibrating.com/CCSpotify Google Play Store: https://constantlycalibrating.com/CCGooglePlay Stitcher Radio: https://constantlycalibrating.com/CCStitcher I Hear...
Jul 30, 2019•47 min•Ep. 293
For our first episode back we thought we'd ease you in with a chat between two best friends. Two best friends who also happen to be the faces of Constantly Calibrating, and former Kinda Funny Games Daily Co-Hosts. Come watch and listen as Josh and Justin take a journey through Justin's gaming history, their personal history, and finally get to the bottom of where BearPunch began and who stole it from whom! Watch the show recorded live every Tuesday at 5:30PM PT / 8:30PM ET on https://www.Mixer.c...
Jul 26, 2019•1 hr 40 min•Ep. 292
Back at the end of March Josh was invited to record a podcast live from Versus Evil's booth at PAX East. Joined by Derek Van Dyke of SDGC, Christine Marten, & Dan Nichols of Adult Swim Josh explored the importance of micro-influencers and small content creators in the current entertainment industry. Our thanks to Versus Evil for giving us a spot on their show, and to our wonderful guests. Watch the show recorded live every Tuesday (premiering July 23rd) at 5PM PT / 8PM ET on https://www.Mixe...
Jul 19, 2019•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 291
Rounding out the last of our end of the year 2018 Constantly Calibrating Podcasts, we have a chat with Dylan Ilvento . Josh talked to Dylan about his work on Ward Games, getting guests for a podcast, and the running of RVA Game Jams. The conversation explored game development and the game industry as a whole, and features another chat about favorite gaming experiences of 2018. If you're at PAX South this weekend, make sure to check out Dylan Ilvento's PAX Hidden Gems panel . Watch the show recor...
Jan 18, 2019•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 290
Joining the show for the first time (after a couple of streaming appearances) we have John Donadio , Chief Operating Officer & Writer for Gaming Access Weekly . From John's gaming journalism career, to helping to build Gaming Access Weekly, to proper beard care, this episode goes places. Where else those places may be is up to you to figure out.
Jan 11, 2019•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 289
Let's ring in the new year of 2019 with a brand new Constantly Calibrating Podcast recorded at the end of 2018. (Buckle up tight, there are a few of these 2018 stragglers left over.) On this episode Josh chats with John Phipps , Founder of Super Deformed Gamescast , Kinda Funny Games Daily Guest Co-Host , and Master of the Twitter Dunk. In his first Constantly Calibrating Podcast appearance, John Phipps talks to Josh about the state of the games industry, being politically cognizant on Twitter, ...
Jan 04, 2019•53 min•Ep. 288
The time has come at last! As the 42nd month of 2018 draws to a close, join our crew as we bring you our 7th Annual End of the Year Gaming Awards Semi-Spectacular! This year Josh is joined by our Social Media Coordinator, Jordan " Cutwright " Woodruff. Alongside him are our special guests, Tony Pisano and Rob Zoeller of Bytes N' Brews . This is one festive two and a half hour experience you do not want to miss. Seriously, you do not want to miss this one. Our awards range across "Film of the Yea...
Dec 28, 2018•2 hr 20 min•Ep. 287
After over a year of planning and attempts, Josh finally got to talk to Cissy Jones on the Constantly Calibrating Podcast. Cissy Jones (Fury in Darksiders III , Delilah in Firewatch , & much more) talked to Josh about her journey into voice acting. There's some tips & tricks for aspiring voice actors, as well as a look at the process of being a woman in the voice acting world. Cissy and Josh go through a surprising amount of topics in this shorter show, and you should not miss it!...
Dec 21, 2018•35 min•Ep. 286
Time for double-up Constantly Calibrating Podcast day, as there are two brand new episodes releasing today. (Never you mind the lack of an episode last week.) This week on the podcast Josh & Blake welcomed their old friend Patrick Dees onto the show. Patrick, the Co-Founder and Chief Gaming Officer of the Fan Controlled Football League (FCFL) was here to take our hosts, and you, through the history and future of the FCFL. Speaking personally, we're incredibly excited to see what this new fra...
Dec 21, 2018•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 285
After two years, Bryden Keks has returned to the Constantly Calibrating Podcast. Joining Josh this week, the topics range from working the holiday season in PR to desired game length as we get older. The topics are both broad and narrow on this over an hour-long podcast experience, so make sure you're paying attention. Also, Bryden Keks may be the only person able to ramble as well as Josh, which is not something that is said lightly around here....
Dec 07, 2018•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 284
Time for another trip around the podcast land. This week Josh had the pleasure of chatting with Angelina (HologramDream) of Exato Games Studios about their upcoming narrative comedy game, Elo Hell. Elo Hell comes out of the world of esports & plans to let players experience a true coming of age story in this industry. Each episode is set for short, truly episodic experiences, where players will actually play, versus watching a series of cutscenes. With this week's guest the topics ranged fro...
Nov 30, 2018•40 min•Ep. 283
What is the future of personality-based streamer? What even is the present nature of the industry? These questions and more were the topics at hand when Josh talked to Sam Neal, the founder of The Streamer Squad. Starting out as a Mixer stream team, The Streamer Squad has grown across all platforms as a place for content creators to grow and learn together. Sam Neal is at the head of this community & offers his own insight into the path this industry is currently on. Join us this week for a ...
Nov 16, 2018•41 min•Ep. 282
