Season 27 – Episode 374
In this episode, I talked about Activision Blizzard engaging in union-busting, excited news from CEO of Xbox, accessibility, Season 27 of Diablo Read More
Aug 28, 2022•33 min
Shattered Soulstone
Your Diablo community podcast.
Episodes
2, 3, 4 – Update! – Episode 373
In this episode I start with Activision Blizzard still attempting to union-bust, a problem at Nintendo, the re-release of a Diablo book, Read More
Aug 22, 2022•48 min
Potpourri – Episode 372
In this episode, I have a mix of things mostly from Activision Blizzard. Also talked about Conferences and COVID-19, Microsoft exclusivity rumors, Read More
Aug 14, 2022•49 min
Regulations – Episode 371
In this episode, I talked about a variety of regulations that are either being appropriately used, or are being ignored by the Read More
Aug 06, 2022•49 min
Hellguard: Curse of Caina – Episode 370
In this episode, I had two special guests join me: Max Carr and Mikael D. Sebag. Each of them is a lead Read More
Jul 27, 2022•37 min
Much Blizzard – Episode 369
In this episode, I talked about unionization efforts at Activision Blizzard King and at Blizzard Albany. Blizzard is at San Diego Comic-Con Read More
Jul 23, 2022•45 min
Diversity – Episode 368
In this episode, I talk about some diversity efforts – both inside, and outside, of gaming. Warcraft Radio has rebranded. Blizzard is Read More
Jul 16, 2022•30 min
Loot Boxes – Episode 367
In this episode, I talked about Overwatch supporting the Trevor Project, an interview with Mike Ybarra, and ABetterABK having another walkout. I Read More
Jul 09, 2022•1 hr 2 min
Whales – Episode 366
In this episode, I pointed out Blizzard workers at Pride. I mentioned some game companies who want to protect their worker’s access Read More
Jul 02, 2022•52 min
Delayed – Episode 365
In this episode, I pointed out Wowhead’s Pride Fundraiser – supporting The Trevor Project. I talked about shenanigans at Activision Blizzard (regarding Read More
Jun 25, 2022•41 min
DiablOverload – Episode 364
In this episode, I started by pointing you to various YouTube videos in which people discussed the monetization in Diablo Immortal. There Read More
Jun 18, 2022•42 min
Pay To Win – Episode 363
In this episode, I start by mentioning companies that support LGBTQ+ people, a little bit about unionization, and a questionable post from Read More
Jun 11, 2022•45 min
Finally, Immortal! – Episode 362
In this episode, I mentioned Pride month and API Heritage month. The news this time includes a dropped lawsuit, Microsoft’s supporting unionization, Read More
Jun 04, 2022•41 min
Raven Wins! – Episode 361
In this episode, I talk about Raven Software winning its union vote – making the Game Workers Alliance the first North American Read More
May 28, 2022•1 hr 13 min
Decisions – Episode 360
In this episode, I talked about Activision Blizzard backtracking on what they originally presented with King’s Diversity Space Tool. Game Workers Alliance Read More
May 21, 2022•31 min
Diabloversary – Episode 359
In this episode, I start with the @DiabloImmortal tweet about Friday the 13th. I read about Raven Software preparing for a union Read More
May 14, 2022•59 min
Ladders Immortal – Episode 358
In this episode, I bring you the latest news about Activision Blizzard. The shareholders are angry! I also talked about diversity in Read More
May 07, 2022•45 min
Immortal Forever – Episode 357
In this episode, I bring you up to date with the unionization efforts at Activision Blizzard (and in other gaming companies). I Read More
Apr 30, 2022•50 min
It’s Happening! – Episode 356
In this episode, I start with a federal lawsuit about insider trading, and a shareholder lawsuit, that has been dismissed. Evidence appears Read More
Apr 23, 2022•46 min
Interference – Episode 355
In this episode, I talked about a newly hired Chief Diversity officer, a (virtual) job fair for those wanting to work in Read More
Apr 18, 2022•36 min
Union Busting Is Disgusting – Episode 354
Activision Blizzard dropped its COVID protections and pushed people to return to the office. This caused a fourth walkout protest. The company Read More
Apr 09, 2022•47 min
Yeah, Gonna Need Ya to Come In… – Episode 353
In this episode, I bring you up to date on the ongoing Activision Blizzard lawsuits. The company is pushing workers to return Read More
Apr 02, 2022•1 hr 6 min
Support Team – Episode 352
In this episode, I started with updates from Activision Blizzard lawsuits. After that, I went into some ongoing unionization efforts. A big Read More
Mar 26, 2022•49 min
Accessibility – Episode 351
In this episode, I start off by pointing out some really wonderful things some game companies are doing to make their games Read More
Mar 19, 2022•49 min
Feedback – Two Different Kinds – Episode 350
In this episode, I started by giving an example of appropriate feedback, and an example of inappropriate feedback. After that I read Read More
Mar 12, 2022•46 min
Community – Episode 349
In this episode, I talk about the Game Workers Alliance and their attempts to unionize, the ABK GoFundMe, and Activision’s anti-union shenanigans. Read More
Mar 05, 2022•33 min
Gettin’ Probed – Episode 348
In this episode, I bring you news about various governmental regulators who want to probe further into Activision Blizzards workplace issues, the Read More
Feb 26, 2022•38 min
Blizzard & Raven & Twitch, Oh My! – Episode 347
In this episode, I talk about Raven Studio’s attempts to form a union, Blizzard’s many job openings on Diablo teams, and important Read More
Feb 19, 2022•36 min
31 Years of Blizzard – Episode 346
In this episode, I read part of a Forbes article about what women went through while working for Blizzard. Zynga has been Read More
Feb 12, 2022•33 min
Another Acquisition – Episode 345
In this episode, I talked about the FTC reviewing the Microsoft acquisition, things related to unionization efforts, how to support the labor Read More
Feb 05, 2022•46 min