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New Player Has Joined

Starburns Audio
Each episode explores the video games people love and why they love them. Why do we imprint hard on certain games, and how do those games imprint on us? Keith and Jesse chat with celebrities, game developers, industry pros, and some folks you’d never guess are into video games.
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Episodes

28: Call Of Duty 3 - Trevor Moore (All Part Of The Game)

Some people need story, some need graphics, and some need memorable characters. But for others, it's all about the multiplayer. Keith and Jesse sit down with The Whitest Kids U' Know's Trevor Moore to talk about Call Of Duty 3, and how sometimes you ju...

May 29, 20181 hr 12 minEp. 28

27: Monster Hunter: World - Ify Nwadiwe (Nerds Who Lift)

Grind, get loot, build gear, repeat: some games are loops, and we're just fine with that. Keith and Jesse sit down with Ify Nwadiwe to talk about Monster Hunter: World, and how sometimes there aren't enough squat racks.

May 22, 20181 hr 18 minEp. 27

26: Myst - Siobhan Thompson (No Karate)

As more and more video games become fast paced and intense it's sometimes good to remember when things were a little more calm. Maybe even eerily calm. Keith and Jesse sit down with comedian Siobhan Thompson to talk about Myst, and why sometimes a puzz...

May 15, 20181 hr 7 minEp. 26

25: Blizzard Games - Jon Gabrus (Kind Of Heroes Of The Storm)

Are you into strategy games? Do you know what MOBA stands for? Are you reading this sentence? If you answered yes to any of these questions, this is the episode for you. Keith and Jesse sit down with Jon Gabrus to talk about Diablo, Heroes Of The Storm...

May 08, 20181 hr 2 minEp. 25

24: The Sims - Jackie Johnson (Need That Spanish Villa)

Are there any bosses? Nope. Any crazy fighting mechanics? None. Puzzles? Not really. But is it one of the most popular video games of all time? Absolutely. Keith and Jesse sit down with the host of Natch Beaut, Jackie Johnson, to talk about her love of The Sims.

May 01, 20181 hr 15 minEp. 24

23: Kingdom Hearts - Jared Bauer (When Worlds Collide)

Some pairings are obvious: peanut butter and jelly, spaghetti and meatballs, and a third good pairing. But what about Disney and Final Fantasy? Keith and Jesse sit down with Wisecrack co-founder Jared Bauer to talk about the wonder that is Kingdom Hear...

Apr 24, 20181 hr 10 min

22: Civilization V - Paul Gilmartin (Where Does The Time Go?)

If you've ever played Civilization then you know a few things are always true - you have to build those wonders, never trust Gandhi, and this game makes hours disappear. Keith and Jesse are going by the host of The Mental Illness Happy Hour, Paul Gilmartin.

Apr 17, 20181 hr 6 min

19: Mass Effect 2 - Kelly Nugent (Love To Game, Game To Love)

We all love games, but do we love characters? I mean really love them? Like, take them home to mom and dad love them? Keith and Jesse sit down with Kelly Nugent to get to the bottom of what makes game relationships work.

Mar 27, 20181 hr 10 min

17: X-Men - Dan Murrell (Super Let Down)

Most kids grow up loving super heroes, but what about super hero video games? Keith and Jesse are joined by Dan Murrell who has a few critiques regarding Sega's X-Men game.

Mar 13, 201859 min

13: The Last Of Us... ish - Ron Funches (Once Is Enough)

Keith and Jesse sit down with Ron Funches to talk about everybody's favorite emotionally devastating game, The Last Of Us. Oh, and there's also some talk about Super Mario Bros. III and touching butts.

Feb 13, 20181 hr 13 min

12: NBA Jam - Andrew Law ("Casual" Gaming)

Some games allow you to be a hero, others to be a villain, and one in particular to slam dunk a basketball with a 40 foot vertical. Keith and Jesse sit down with 'Silicon Valley' writer Andrew Law to talk about the joy that is playing NBA Jam.

Feb 06, 20181 hr 9 min

7: Pokemon Red - Shelby Fero (Stupid Sexy Pokemon)

Keith and Jesse sit down with comedian Shelby Fero as she looks back on her time playing Pokemon for Gameboy. Whether you chose Charmander, Squirtle, or Bulbasaur we can all agree - Magikarp sucks.

Jan 02, 201856 min

6: The Banner Saga - David Ebert (Walkthroughs vs. Newborns)

Are walkthroughs cheating, or just the preferred choice of prepared gamers? Keith and Jesse sit down with their old friend Dave Ebert as the three explore the harsh world of The Banner Saga and get to the bottom of how best to play strategy games.

Dec 26, 201757 min

5: Playstation and N64 (Keith & Jesse Gaming On Christmas)

Keith and Jesse take some time to look back on their favorite Christmas gaming memories. From an ill advised console wish to the ways games bring us closer with friends and family, this episode is all about holiday cheer (and how Ecco The Dolphin makes no sense)

Dec 19, 20171 hr

1: Fez - Adam Conover (Tiny Hat, Huge World)

It wouldn't be an interview with Adam Conover without him teaching you something. Keith and Jesse sit down to talk about the indie sensation Fez, and come away with some newfound insight into the beauty of the game.

Dec 05, 20171 hr
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