On our dirty thirty, the whole gang is back…for a minute. We discuss the holiday known as Black Friday, we rap about what games we are thankful for, Devon shares his hunting story, and we tease a little holiday treat. -Shot in the Back- Black Label – John Walker and Sons, Scotland -Featured Music- Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund Aquatic Ambience – Donkey Kong Country, Rare Sleepwalking – The Chain Gang Intruder 2 – Metal Gear Solid, Konami Outro – We Are Young – Fun...
Nov 30, 2013•2 hr 36 min
With Devon hot tubing with his trophies, Mike dead in a car crash when his Xbox One took the wheel and Dave in a Mario Bros. 3D World induced coma, the show must go on. J Schro leads Turduken and E Boss down a path of system launch madness, wine tasting, and the issues of MMO addiction. -Beer of the Week- Shake Chocolate Porter - Boulder Beer Company, Boulder Colorado -Featured Music- Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund Taverns – Skyrim, Bethesda Uneasy Listening Vol. 1 - D...
Nov 24, 2013•2 hr 17 min
With Devon remaking Deliverance, and Dave camping out a Montgomery Wards for a PS4, the show must go on. Recorded and edited in the home of J-Schro, Mike and Schro are joined by Turduken and E-Boss for PS4 talk, pick-up lines and the latest in gaming news. If the editing sucks worse than usual, blame J-Schro. -Beer of the Week- Moose Drool Brown Ale - Big Sky Brewing Co. Montana -Featured Music- Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund Taverns – Skyrim, Bethesda Track 7 –Vib Rib...
Nov 17, 2013•2 hr 1 min
On this week's show, we remember a dear friend, J Schro's comic collection. We talk about Blizzcon, Devon’s hunting trip, our zombie plans, and what games don’t hold up over time. Write in to the show at [email protected]. -Beer of the Week- Old Jubilation – Avery Brewery, CO -Featured Music- Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund Taverns – The Burning Crusade Do They Know Its Christmas – Band Aid One Winged Angel – Final Fantasy 7, Square Outro – Tonight you a...
Nov 09, 2013•1 hr 36 min
This week's show is a little Yin and Yang. Part 1 features Mike, Dave, and Devon talking about what they have been playing, What game they have tried and tried to get into, but cant, and the process of mandatory installs. Then there is part two. We celebrate Halloween with our first ever Cast-O-Ween Podcast party. In this segment, you are treated to a interview with Devin, a developer with Bolder Games on their upcoming game Astrogolf. Check out their Kickstarter. -Beer of the Week- Accumulation...
Nov 02, 2013•2 hr 9 min
On this week's show, Mike abandoned us to go chase some tail. We discuss our plans for the next gen launch, we get into our preferences on digital vs. physical distribution, Batman was just released so we discuss the first few hours of the game, and with Halloween around the corner we talk about games that scare us. -Shot in the Back- Russian Standard – Russia -Featured Music- Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund Taverns – Skyrim, Bethesda Main Theme – Super Mario 64, Ninten...
Oct 26, 2013•2 hr 13 min
With the full gang back and accounted for, we bring you a much more normal show. We apologize for last week's train wreck, We talk about Ubisoft's recent move, we talk comics with NYCC going on last week, Turducken jumps on to sing the praises of Pokemon X/Y, and we bring you the first ever Kingdom Hearts or fat emo chick quote game. -Beer of the Week- Loser Pal Ale – Elysian Brewery, WA -Featured Music- Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund Taverns – burning Crusade, Blizzar...
Oct 19, 2013•2 hr 21 min
Joysticks and Party Hats is filmed in front of a live studio audience. We celebrate J Schros 38th trip around the sun with a Crash the Cast house party. We talk about the return of Mike, Dave has a rant, and our sister podcast Master Bastards take over for a bit. Like the into states, if you are offended, it's your fault. -Featured Music- Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund
Oct 12, 2013•1 hr 34 min
With Mike and J Schro out this week, we recruit a couple new voices to join the cast. We talk about Dave's science teacher, LoL, GTA V, a little bit more about Kickstarter, and we discuss those that need a hand up, not out. -Beer of the Week- Redd’s Apple Ale – Redd’s Brewing, Albany, GA & Woodchuck Fall Hard Cider – Woodchuck Cidery, VT -Featured Music- Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund Taverns – Skyrim, Bethesda It’s Not So Bad – Dido Awesomenauts Theme – Awesomenau...
Oct 06, 2013•1 hr 34 min
With Mike "gone" this week, Dave, Devon, and J Schro keep the show going. We talk about Devon's birthday celebration, Steam blew up the internet, we celebrate National Comic Book Day, and we all agree that GTA V is awesome. CONTEST: Write in and tell us why you want to be on the show. [email protected] -Shot in the Back- Jameson Irish Whiskey – John Jameson and Son, Ireland -Featured Music- Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund Threads of Fate – Threads of Fat...
Sep 28, 2013•1 hr 56 min
This is a very special show for your earbuds. Today we discuss the very serious topic known only as "The Purge" and all it entails. We also hear about Devon’s World End birthday battle plan, Dave's journey during last week's flood, and Mike and Schro say words about stuff and things. -Beer of the Week- Krononbourg 1664 Blanc—Kronenbourg Brewery, Strasbourg France -Featured Music- Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund Taverns – Skyrim, Bethesda End Title – Metal Gear Solid, Ko...
Sep 21, 2013•1 hr 49 min
We come to you straight from the bottom of the ocean as we are flooded. Even though we lost Dave to the raging waters, the show must go on. We remember the Dreamcast, talk about this week's news, Schro tells us about how his roommate likes to be naked, and we tease next week's topic. -Beer of the Week- Orange Blossom Cream Ale – Buffalo Bill’s Brewery, CA -Featured Music- Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund Taverns – Skyrim, Bethesda Underwater – Super Mario Bro., Nintendo ...
Sep 14, 2013•1 hr 39 min
After last week's mess, we heard the kittens and deliver a superb show. We talk the musical styling's of Joe Pesci and Macho Man Randy Savage, We talk the importance of Kickstarter, Dave confesses how pathetic he is as he starts to play a MMO, and we give Sebastian a proper sendoff. -Beer of the Week- Octoberfest – The Boston Beer Company, MA -Featured Music- Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund Taverns – Skyrim, Bethesda One Winged Angel – Final Fantasy VII, Square Project ...
Sep 07, 2013•1 hr 58 min
Well, this show was straight stupid. We try to talk about 90's live action kid’s show, games that set the bar, and crazy times in video games. We could try to pretend that this show is all kitty whiskers and unicorn tears, but the silly bus is off the rails and tumbling down a mountain of idiocy. -Shot in the Back- Espolon – Campari America -Featured Music- Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund Main Theme from Final Fantasy VII – Square Overture – Super Mario Galaxy, Nintendo...
Aug 31, 2013•1 hr 38 min
On this week's show, we talk about Disney Infinity, we stress that you need to go play DuckTales, and how stupid Divekick is. We also talk about how importance it is to keep it short while buying games and our thoughts on Ben Affleck as the new Batman. -Beer of the Week- Pranqster – North Coast Brewing Co., CA -Featured Music- Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund Taverns – World of Warcraft: The Burning Crusade, Blizzard Entertainment Tundra Express – Borderlands 2, Gearbox ...
Aug 25, 2013•2 hr 54 min
On this week's train wreck, we talk about DuckTales, the length of Bro games, Bane reads an email, Devon strikes out again as we make a live call, and Mike brings back the vinyl section. And at some point Devon's mic gets muted, so sorry he sounds like crap. We had fan art submissions; check out Joysticksandpartyhats.com for these sweet pics. -Beer of the Week- Full Sail Amber – Full Sail Brewing Co., OR -Featured Music- Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund Taverns – World o...
Aug 17, 2013•2 hr 8 min
On this week's show, the crown is passed down, aka taken, as J Schro leads us on. We reminisce about old TV shows based on video games/comics, creepy clowns are feared, the magic of the medela pump is pondered on by men, and Devon's lack of female contact is pandered too. You an aspiring artist? We reach out to the community for fan art of what you think we look like. submit to [email protected] -Beer of the Week- Racer 5 – Bear Republic, CA -Featured Music- Intro- Bionic Command...
Aug 10, 2013•2 hr 18 min
In this week's show, we talk about having lunch with high level Capcom Executives, Misunderstood Chaz makes an appearance, we talk broken promises, make a huge announcement, and I threaten Sebastian's life. Check out the website, www.joysticksandpartyhats.com! -Shot in the Back- Sailor Jerry – William Grant & Son, NY -Featured Music- Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund Taverns – World of Warcraft: The Burning Crusade, Blizzard Entertainment Fight – Brutal: Paws of Fury ...
Aug 03, 2013•1 hr 41 min
On this very special episode of Joysticks and Party Hats, Dave, Sebs, and Devon recount the events of The Last of Us . We also discuss our feelings, awwwwwww. So WARNING, we spoil the whole darn thing. Let us know what you think about the special show, our opinions on the game, or anything else on the website. Write in at [email protected] Featured Music The Last of Us OST – Gustavo Santaolalla...
Jul 27, 2013•1 hr 12 min
On this weekss show, we are joined by the lovable J Schro. We all have a great time talking about E3 of years past, glass boats, playing games on the job, and we get some digits on our mid-show beer run. I swear, this is the last you will hear us talk about Deadly Premonition. -Beer of the Week- Anchor Summer Beer, Anchor Brewing, CA -Featured Music- Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund Taverns – World of Warcraft: The Burning Crusade, Blizzard Entertainment Nodeland Dreams ...
Jul 27, 2013•2 hr 6 min
In this week's show, we reminisce about our days in the porn industry, California Extreme is wrapped up, Mike tells us how raciest he really is, and we pour one out for the late Ryan Davis. Check out the website, www.joysticksandpartyhats.com! -Beer of the Week- Joe’s – Avery Brewing, CO -Featured Music- Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund Taverns – World of Warcraft: The Burning Crusade, Blizzard Entertainment Battle-Blanka & Zangief – Street Fighter II V, CAPCOM The F...
Jul 20, 2013•2 hr 10 min
We are back with more pinball/arcade excitement from the show floor of California Extreme. The Old Man has a “get off my lawn” segment, we talk odd things seen at the show, and we give our overall thoughts on the show as a whole. Sorry about the wind. -Featured Music- Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund Pac-Man Fever – Buckner and Garcia Outro – Space Invaders – Player One
Jul 16, 2013•39 min
Devon, Mike, and The Old Man chronicle the day's adventure at California Extreme Day One. We talk panels, famous people, and Metallica.
Jul 14, 2013•35 min
Mike and Devon Make it to the CA in one piece. While it's not a typical show, we try to provide you fine kids with something of value.
Jul 13, 2013•23 min
In this week's show, we finally give you the circle jerkoff story you all have been waiting for. I try to discuss The Walking Dead's 400 Days, but the clowns won't have it. We ask Dave to tell us about the numbers. And we rap about our top 3 of all time. -Beer of the Week- Union Jack IPA – Firestone Walker Brewing Company, CA -Featured Music- Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund Taverns – World of Warcraft: The Burning Crusade, Blizzard Entertainment Shark Attack – Treasures...
Jul 08, 2013•2 hr 13 min
In this week's mess of a show, Sebastian decides to grace us with his presence. We kick around The Last of Us some more, we revisit our E3 predictions, and Dave gives us a little song. We still have some Torchlight to give away so let us know if you want one in the comments. -Shot in the Back- Buffalo Trace – Buffalo Trace Distillery, KY -Featured Music- Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund Taverns – World of Warcraft: The Burning Crusade, Blizzard Entertainment Dayglo Blues...
Jun 30, 2013•2 hr 21 min
As Mike and I descend into a drunken madness, we try to talk about video games. Microsoft's sudden change of heart is batted around a bit. Ricky Ricardo's career is given a much needed node. And Dave rants about who knows, even Mike shouts about his true feelings. Check out the show to find out how to win free stuff again. -Beer of the Week- Steel Reserve – Steel Brewing Company, MN -Featured Music- Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund Taverns – World of Warcraft: The Burnin...
Jun 23, 2013•2 hr 17 min
In Part 2 of our E3 2013 spectacular, we conclude our thoughts on the show. Mike shares his experience with Fuse, Halloween cereals are audibly cataloged, and we divulge our plans for California Extreme. We wrap things up with odd places to jerk it. Tell your friends! -Featured Music- Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund Player Select – CAPCOM Vs. SNK Millennium Fight 200, CAPCOM Setting Sail – Bastion, Darren Korb Title Screen – Animal Crossing, Nintendo Outro – Suicide – B...
Jun 20, 2013•1 hr 33 min
E3! This week we throw down a plethora of next-gen announcement news. We cut our first country album, dwarves riding unicorns are discussed, and we try to give away free stuff, AGAIN. We also try something a little different and split the show into 2 smaller, bite sizes of fun. So check out part two. -Beer of the Week- Vanilla Porter – Breckenridge Brewery, Colorado -Featured Music- Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund Corridors of Time – Chrono Trigger, Square Taverns – Wor...
Jun 16, 2013•2 hr
This week's show features friend of the show and host of The Circle Button Podcast Matt. We discuss the recent update from Microsoft about what to expect from the Xbox One. Dave talks Remember Me, male genitals are discussed, and we share our feelings about Kiefer Sutherland voicing Solid Snake. Want to win some games? Listen to the show and find out how to win! -Beer of the Week- Summer Ale – Samuel Adams, Boston -Featured Music- Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund Psychon...
Jun 10, 2013•2 hr 30 min
