Donna and Chelle from Pink & Deadly Podcast join Chris and Kelly as they chat about a controversial magazine, Gamer Girls, once again denigrating female gamers. We also discuss Google's YouTube possibly purchasing Twitch. We open up the mailbag for more discussion on Trials Fusion and Nintendo. All this and more, including our Week in Geek, on episode 334 of The Married Gamers podcast. Join Team TMG for Extra Life 2014. Sign up at http://bit.ly/teamtmg2014 Check out The Married Gamers Facebo...
May 27, 2014•1 hr 7 min
Chris and Kelly return to discuss the big news Xbox has been revealing ahead of their E3 Xbox Media Briefing. To help us dive into the subject, they are joined by two fellow podcasters, Andrew Alliance from The Show Radio and Aaron from GameEnthus . What does the group think of the news of an Xbox One without a Kinect, the changes to the requirements to access entertainment apps on the Xbox Live service, changes to Games with Gold, and news of Master Chief later this year and the next. And this ...
May 19, 2014•1 hr 25 min
The Married Gamers return and they've got Nintendo on their minds. Listen as Chris and Kelly discuss Nintendo recent sales woes and their thoughts on the dilemma. Also, they talk about the controversy of Tomodachi Life and the exclusion of same-sex relationships. All this plus our Opening Question, Listener Mail, and The Week in Geek. Check out The Married Gamers Facebook Fan Page or if you have a comment, send it to us at marriedgamers@outlook.com . Want to leave a message? Call the show at 559...
May 12, 2014•1 hr 5 min
The Married Gamers return to talk about the games and people Chris met at this year's PAX East 2014. What does he think of games like Evolve, Roundabout, Loves in a Dangerous Spacetime, Orcs Must Die Unchained, Catalateral Damage, There Comes An Echo, Elegy for a Dead World, and more? Kelly and Chris also dive into a discussion about a Titanfall community game night and the hijinks of a woman in search of her Titan. All this and more in episode 331 of The Married Gamers podcast. Check out The Ma...
Apr 22, 2014•1 hr
On this episode of The Married Gamers, Chris and Kelly interview Bioware's Manveer Heir , Gameplay Designer on Mass Effect, about his panel at GDC recently titled, "Misogyny, Racism and Homophobia: Where Do Video Games Stand?” His speech was both informative and a call to action. We talk about the speech, the reaction, and what gamers can do as well. All this plus our opening question and The Week in Geek! Check out The Married Gamers Facebook Fan Page or if you have a comment, send it to us at ...
Mar 31, 2014•1 hr 4 min
Our guests for this episode are Goosechecka and Kalbelgarion from GrifballHub . Chris, Kelly and guests will chat about the sport that is Grifball, its origins, how GrifballHub is instrumental in it popularity, and how listeners can support their Kickstarter to help them with a booth at this year's RTX in Austin, Texas. All this plus the Week in Geek and our opening question on episode 329 of TMG Podcast. Check out The Married Gamers Facebook Fan Page or if you have a comment, send it to us at m...
Mar 17, 2014•1 hr 26 min
This week on The Married Gamers podcast, Chris and Kelly answer a listener's question on how to make that hard decision on how to choose which new console to buy. In addition, Chris reveals a way he's recently discovered that could save Xbox One households a lot of money. We're also giving away to copies of LEGO Marvel Super Heroes for the Xbox 360, so be sure to listen how you can enter. All this plus the Opening Question and the Week in Geek. Check out The Married Gamers Facebook Fan Page or i...
Mar 10, 2014•1 hr 9 min
The Married Gamers will be back...as soon as Kelly recovers from the flu. In the meantime, Chris shares some thoughts about some gaming folks who inspire him and hope to hear from you. You can email us at marriedgamers@outlook.com . Please tell us YOUR stories and what movies you to be a part of something greater.
Mar 03, 2014•12 min
This week a couple of old and dear friends drop by the show that we haven't heard from in a long while. It's Toz from CrankyGamers UK and Kid Dogg from Gameburst ! We discuss what they've been doing since we last had them on the show. We also somehow find ourselves talking about the NFL and Major League Soccer. We also launch into a major discussion on the TitanFall Beta and how it made us more or less likely to pick up the game when it launches in March. All this and more on episode 327 of The ...
Feb 17, 2014•1 hr 40 min
This week Chris and Kelly stand up on their gaming soapboxes to talk about some things that are irking them: video games scapegoating and supposed game industry leaks. All this plus the Week in Geek and our opening question. Check out The Married Gamers Facebook Fan Page or if you have a comment, send it to us at marriedgamers@outlook.com . Want to leave a message? Call the show at 559-286-0919. Follow us on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/marriedgamers The Married Gamers Libsyn app is available...
Feb 03, 2014•57 min
As Laura Croft turns twenty this year, The Married Gamers are joined by guests, Rhonda Olgelsby and Regina Mcmenomy from the podcast, Game On Girl. And yes, we talk about her boobs...a lot....but it's all about the larger picture of gender and video games. Also this episode, we discuss our favorite arcade cabinets, discuss our Week in Geek and Lefty turns beet red. TMG app owners also get treated to EVEN more boob discussion in the bonus episode. Check out The Married Gamers Facebook Fan Page or...
Jan 28, 2014•1 hr 11 min
This week The Married Gamers talk about the just announced PlayStation Now and what it could mean for gamers. Chris and Kelly also take a look at the current state of Xbox Live Gold. What do we love about Microsoft's subscription service and what ways would we make Xbox Live Gold a better value for consumers? All this plus the Week in Geek and our Opening Question...plus what the hell is Kelly drinking this week?!?! Check out The Married Gamers Facebook Fan Page or if you have a comment, send it...
Jan 14, 2014•1 hr 13 min
Welcome to 2014! If you are a new listener, you're in luck! Chris and Kelly take some time out to re-introduce the show and its origins. In addition we take a look at 2014 and the games we're looking forward to and how you can help make the new year one of the best for TMG and its community. All this plus our Week in Geek, an opening question, and why Kelly is now a UFC fanatic. Check out The Married Gamers Facebook Fan Page or if you have a comment, send it to us at marriedgamers@outlook.com . ...
Jan 07, 2014•1 hr 6 min
On our last episode for 2013, we take a look back on the year as it relates to The Married Gamers, video games, new console launches, and more. All this plus our opening question and The Week in Geek. Check out The Married Gamers Facebook Fan Page or if you have a comment, send it to us at marriedgamers@outlook.com . Want to leave a message? Call the show at 559-286-0919. Follow us on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/marriedgamers The Married Gamers Libsyn app is available on Windows 8 , WindowsP...
Dec 24, 2013•1 hr 42 min
It's that time again! It's time to discuss what our favorite game of the year is. To share what our favorite games this year have been, The Married Gamers invite a bevy of fellow podcasters. Denny/LuceScrew from the40cast, Derik/Rashanii from Singles Simulcast (and more), and Dave/HolyGoalie from Gamehounds all discuss what their favorite games have been this year. This extra long episode has it all, including the Week in Geek, our opening questions and talk of pristine body parts. You might wan...
Dec 17, 2013•2 hr 53 min
The Married Gamers are joined by Stephanie Bayer, Community Marketing Manager for Plants vs Zombies at Popcap. We discuss Plants vs Zombies 2, out now for iOS and Android. We also dive into the forthcoming game Plants vs Zombies: Garden Warfare, coming for the Xbox One and Xbox 360 on February 18, 2014. All this and more on episode 320 of The Married Gamers podcast. Check out The Married Gamers Facebook Fan Page or if you have a comment, send it to us at marriedgamers@outlook.com . Want to leave...
Dec 09, 2013•1 hr 54 min
The "Now-Gen" continues, with the release of Microsoft's Xbox One. We've had some time to put it through its paces, so what do we think of the new console? You'll learn all about it plus we announce the winner of our last contest, our Week in Geek, and more. Owners of our TMG Libsyn app will also get bonus content which this week features a discussion of the film Aliens. Check out The Married Gamers Facebook Fan Page or if you have a comment, send it to us at marriedgamers@outlook.com . Want to ...
Nov 26, 2013•1 hr 29 min
The Married Gamers have stepped into next-gen gaming with the addition of the PlayStation 4. Hear what the couple thinks of Sony's new console and how it plus the Xbox One is giving them "next-gen problems." All this plus a contest for an Xbox 360 copy of LEGO Marvel Super Heroes, our opening question and The Week in Geek. Check out The Married Gamers Facebook Fan Page or if you have a comment, send it to us at marriedgamers@outlook.com . Want to leave a message? Call the show at 559-286-0919. F...
Nov 19, 2013•1 hr 38 min
Call of Duty: Ghosts released this week to not as spectacular reviews, leading The Married Gamers to ask if the bloom has come off the rose. To discuss whether or not the COD franchise needs changes, Chris and Kelly are joined by Larry/Bluemanrule from Open Forum Radio and Addam/Katanasquirrel from Level Zero Podcast. Also, Kelly interviews Jay Stuckwisch, Community Manager at Twisted Pixel, about the upcoming Xbox One game, LocoCycle. Learn more about the crazy game, and learn if the game will ...
Nov 11, 2013•1 hr 47 min
It's with a very heavy heart do we gather with our friend Phneri to talk about the sudden and unexpected passing of our friend and fellow podcast Hilden from Drunken Gamers Radio. Hilden passed away in his sleep on Sunday night and we felt compelled to say some words and share snippets of his and his co-hosts on previous TMG Podcast episodes. If you wish to leave your condolences, head to their Robot Panic website. If you'd like to hear Hilden, John and Moe's sitting in with Chris and Kelly in f...
Oct 29, 2013•1 hr 3 min
This week Chris and Kelly talk about Extra Life, which is taking place November 2nd benefiting Children's Miracle Network hospitals around the United States. Kelly talks to the creator of Extra Life, Jeromy "Doc" Adams about the origins and mission of the annual event. In addition The Married Gamers talk about why they participate and what they plan on playing on November 2nd for 25 hours. All this plus loads on GTA Online and Just Dance 2014 in This Week in Geek. Join or Donate to Team Married ...
Oct 21, 2013•1 hr 7 min
This week, Chris and Kelly tackle a problem looming on the horizon. On November 22nd, their household will have just one next-gen console as the Xbox One takes up residence in Lefty's game room. How will the couple handle future conflicts over the device and who gets to use it? How did they handle things like this in the past? Will this provide more room for relationship growth? Will long will it be before Mrs Leftybrown gets a Xbox One of her own? All this plus our Week in Geek and a literal ap...
Oct 15, 2013•54 min
The Married Gamers share their opinions on the ending of Breaking Bad and on Grand Theft Auto V. Joining them this week are friends and fellow podcasters, Phoenix from The Phoenix Podcast and Lono from Sarcastic Gamer . What do we think about how the AMC series wrapped up? What similarities does the show share with the latest GTA installment? All this plus The Week in Geek and more in episode 313 of The Married Gamers. Join or Donate to Team Married Gamers Extra Life 2013 drive. Head to http://b...
Oct 07, 2013•1 hr 30 min
This week Chris and Kelly chat with Fresno's first Poet Laureate, James Tyner. Listen as he discusses and reads his poetry. He talks about how Dungeons & Dragons, Street Fighter II, Final Fantasy, and other games saved his life. Also we discuss whether or not video games can really say anything profound on the human condition. All this and much more, including The Week in Geek, in episode 312 of The Married Gamers podcast. Join or Donate to Team Married Gamers Extra Life 2013 drive. Head to ...
Sep 29, 2013•1 hr 6 min
This week Chris and Kelly wraps up the rest of the games they played and saw at PAX Prime 2013. It's quite the list including TitanFall, LocoCycle, Ratchet & Clank: Into the Nexus, Fantasia, Dying Light, Scribblenauts Unmasked, Batman Arkham Origins, The Crew, Killing Floor: Calamity, and more! All this plus our opening question and The Week in Geek. Join or Donate to Team Married Gamers Extra Life 2013 drive. Head to http://bit.ly/teamtmg Check out The Married Gamers Facebook Fan Page or if...
Sep 15, 2013•1 hr 30 min
Recording on a Saturday night during PAX, Chris and Kelly are joined by Nerds @ Play podcasters, Melisa and Michipoo and Anthony, a writer at The Married Gamers. Listen to this unfiltered roundtable about what we saw and thought of the first two days of PAX Prime 2013. The Married Gamers drink local, and they drink Tioga-Sequoia craft beer. Check out The Married Gamers Facebook Fan Page or if you have a comment, send it to us at marriedgamers@outlook.com . Want to leave a message? Call the show ...
Sep 09, 2013•1 hr 33 min
The Married Gamers website and podcast celebrates six years in operations. Chris and Kelly celebrate by revealing how stuff gets down on the website, what events meant a lot to them both over the six years, and thank some folks for the friendship and hard work. Also, Chris can finally say what he thinks of Saints Row IV as the embargo lifts and he can freely talk about his experience in the city of Steelport. All this plus The Week in Geek and our opening question. If you own the TMG Libsyn app,...
Aug 18, 2013•1 hr 3 min
It's time to pull the Tioga-Sequoia Joaquin Murrieta Chili Pepper Beer out of the fridge as Chris and Kelly face-off in heated (chili beer) battle! Listen to who will end up drinking the beer as we discuss changes to Xbox Live Gold for the Xbox One. Will it be an improvement for gamer families? Also, we discuss the PlayStation 4 versus Xbox One fanaticism as we sing the praises of both systems. Chris also dives into some discussion on Rockstar's GTA V. Listen as to why he can't wait until its re...
Aug 12, 2013•52 min
This week Chris and Kelly Brown delve into the curious life of the gaming handhelds, the Nintendo 3DS and PlayStation Vita. They are joined by Some Other Castle podcaster, Elaine Stryker, to discuss the benefits and challenges of both handheld platforms. They also discuss the great games available on both devices. All this plus our Animal Crossing themed opening question and of course, The Week in Geek. All on episode 307 of The Married Gamers podcast. The Married Gamers drink local, and they dr...
Aug 04, 2013•1 hr 18 min
James Silva and Michelle Juett Silva of Ska Studioa join The Married Gamers for the hour to talk about Charlie Murder, the forthcoming Summer of Arcade game on Xbox Live Marketplace. The game will be available on August 14, 2013. In addition to diving deep on Charlie Murder, topics also include Ska Studios and their previous games, publishing on Xbox One and Windows 8, and games that they are looking forward to. All this plus The Week in Geek and the opening question. This episode also includes ...
Jul 30, 2013•1 hr 17 min
