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Windbreaker

Second Windsecondwindgroup.com
Windbreaker is Second Wind's premier gaming podcast hosted by Yahtzee Croshaw, Marty Sliva & JM8. Join the trio (and occasional guests) weekly to discuss everything industry wide from current news, to recent releases and wider trends.

Episodes

Let's Fix Games in 2024 | Windbreaker Podcast

On this week's episode of Windbreaker, Yahtzee, Frost, and Marty reflect on what they want to see from gaming in 2024, from trends that need to die out, franchises that should return, and more power being given to the actual creatives. Second Wind is fully independent, employee-owned and fan-funded. Consider supporting us on Patreon for as little as $1/month at ⁠patreon.com/SecondWindGroup

Dec 20, 20232 hr 47 minSeason 1Ep. 5

What's the Point of The Game Awards? | Windbreaker Podcast

On this week's episode of Windbreaker, Yahtzee, Frost and Marty dissect this year's 'The Game Awards' winners, announcements, random Hollywood celebrity appearances and the increasing commercialization of gaming's-- oh sorry, we're being told to wrap it up. Second Wind is fully independent, employee-owned and fan-funded. Consider supporting us on Patreon for as little as $1/month at ⁠patreon.com/SecondWindGroup...

Dec 13, 20232 hr 47 minSeason 1Ep. 4

The Standout Game Mechanics of 2023 | Windbreaker Podcast

On this week's episode of Windbreaker, Yahtzee, Frost, and Marty chat about their favorite individual game mechanics of 2023, including Ultrahand in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, the Lovecraftian inventory management of Dredge, and the orb-hopping puzzles of Cocoon. From the team behind The Escapist, we're excited to introduce you to our new employee-owned and fully independent outlet, Second Wind. Second Wind is fully independent, employee-owned and fan-funded. Consider supporting ...

Dec 06, 20231 hr 27 minSeason 1Ep. 3

The State of Modern Games Coverage | Windbreaker Podcast

On this week's episode of Windbreaker, Yahtzee, Frost, and Marty discuss the state of modern games coverage, including the recent drama surrounding the blurry lines between professional critics, YouTubers, and influencers. From the team behind The Escapist, we're excited to introduce you to our new employee-owned and fully independent outlet, Second Wind. Second Wind is fully independent, employee-owned and fan-funded. Consider supporting us on Patreon for as little as $1/month at ⁠patreon.com/S...

Nov 28, 20232 hr 52 minSeason 1Ep. 2

Slightly Somewhere Else (ft. Stephanie Sterling) | Windbreaker Podcast

Yahtzee Croshaw, Marty Sliva, and Sebastian Ruiz are back with a brand-new podcast on Second Wind! For this inaugural episode, the crew is joined by special guest Stephanie Sterling to discuss this year's Game Awards nominations. From the team behind The Escapist, we're excited to introduce you to our new employee-owned and fully independent outlet, Second Wind. Second Wind is fully independent, employee-owned and fan-funded. Consider supporting us on Patreon for as little as $1/month at ⁠patreo...

Nov 22, 20232 hr 21 minSeason 1Ep. 1