Beyond the Metagame: A Smash Bros. Podcast
Abhi Vaidyanatha, Dane HartogTwo experienced competitive Super Smash Bros. players analyze and break down the unspoken psychological framework of the competitive scene.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 88 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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| Categories | LeisureVideo Games | ||||
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AV and Peon tackle the concept of Protagonist Syndrome. How do we avoid the pitfalls of focusing solely on our own progress? How does one optimally track their own improvement?
Socials:
AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame
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AV and Peon spend some time discussing the events of the past year. Contents may include: paleontology, a patented Ness down-air, cultural optimism, and why you should never downplay your own successes.
Socials:
AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
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AV and Peon embark on a journey to talk about Sora, slowly descending into madness as they look back at all the DLC characters that have been released for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate.
Socials:
AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame
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Socials:
AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame
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The dream team is back and ready... to play Super Smash Bros. Melee. The two discuss the joys of learning Melee in 2021 with the fewer matchups, plethora of training resources, and great online support. Additionally, they discuss the state of Smash U... more
AV and Peon wake up from their collective fever dream and realize that Steve from Minecraft has in fact been confirmed for Smash. Suspending their disbelief, they address this wild addition to the already stacked roster.
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Coach Zeke, the legendary coach behind many top players' rise to prominence, comes on the show to teach AV and Peon a thing or two. Listen to the trifecta talk about the journey from expert to master, key aspects holding your play back mentally, and ... more
In the season finale, AV and Peon revisit the original premise of Beyond the Metagame. The two reflect on the benefits of pursuing competitive Smash as a hobby and explore what is preventing many community members from leveraging these lessons learne... more
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Audible5Hausdorff
United Statesa year ago- Very very good
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Audible5HausdorffUnited Statesa year ago - Hilarious
I spend 10 hours a day mowing a cemetery in Wyoming, this podcast definitely has helped me to 1) stay sane, and 2) keep up with the meta of the game. Also they’re hilarious
Apple Podcasts510$wreckUnited States3 years ago - 🤩AMAZING🤩
This podcast is essential for all smashers wether you are very competitive, not very competitive or not at all competitive. It is “funny and informative” I love this podcast. Keep making it and goodbye!
Apple Podcasts5good name guy
Canada5 years ago - A Great Podcast for a Great Game!
When looking for a new podcast to listen to, I knew that I wanted to do a video game podcast, because playing video games is something I love doing. And as of lately, I’ve been seriously getting into playing Super Smash Bros. Ultimate on my Nintendo Switch, and having tons of fun with it. I’m consistently getting better and better at the game, and like hearing better player’s takes and opinions on certain aspects of the game and certain playable characters. I then searched up “Smash Bros. Podcas... more
Apple Podcasts5Miller FergusonUnited States5 years ago - fine as all get out
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AV and Peon never fail to make me enjoy smash bros more. They bounce off of each other in wonderful ways, AV being more of the introspective type and Peon the ‘mover’ per se. The podcast benefits greatly for them both. The interviews are always informative, the jokes are hilarious, the breakdown of the psychological side is something I find fascinating. The best part? They don’t covet their neighbors speedboat. The humor is a bit PG-14 (remember when PG14 was a thing?), and Peon never fai... more
Apple Podcasts5_SanchoUnited States6 years ago - Smash
Smash is TRASH like this podcast
Apple Podcasts1Chj CD fuijet
Germany6 years ago - Amazing show, and here’s why you should watch it
This show is great, and there are 5 star reviews but here’s why I and so many others love it. The audio quality is on point and they talk about very interesting topics. The pacing could be a little faster in my opinion but I do love their personality and it doesn’t bother me too much. Look at the catalogue and choose a topic that interests you, there are tons of episode and tons of seasons.
Apple Podcasts5Blue RainesCanada6 years ago - The best smash podcast
Great podcast, super funny, keep up the great work guys
Apple Podcasts5Jevpro123
New Zealand6 years ago - Very good Podcast
I like to listen to this Podcast. You guys are amazing, please keep on doing this. Especially the last episode was very informative. You helped me very much by getting better in smash and helped me to understand how the top players feel like.
Apple Podcasts5R€ubeGermany6 years ago - Yes.
I like this podcast and I wanna boost it in the algorithm bye reviewing since I can’t donate through patreon. This is my favorite way to learn smash because they are cool and nice and it’s not hardcore stuff it’s just chill and you still get to learn the game. I listen to this whilst trying to sleep and playing grindy games. 10/10 pogchamp
Apple Podcasts5anonyynynymousUnited States6 years ago - Love this podcast
You guys are amazing you kept me up to date and helped me figure out matchups thanks I love you guys. Thanks for improving my mental game. Peon how is Hellen doing in your basement with Michelle Obama and, what did you do with the leather guy on the Ceiling? See you Saturday
Apple Podcasts5Klas the clawsCanada6 years ago - great show
wdym you don’t know maslows hierarchy of needs. physiological, safety, belonging, and uhhh rhe other two i don’t remember
Apple Podcasts5tom haveron
Australia6 years ago - Funny And Informative
The BTM Podcast has become one of my favorite podcasts to listen to! It’s always funny, but in addition to that it is informative, and is pretty much a smasher’s essential podcast to keep up to date with the current meta. 5/5 stars F R E E
Apple Podcasts5PPMD STANUnited States6 years ago - Great podcast
I am new to the smash game and really enjoy the deep discussions of peon and AV! I look forward to the podcast dropping each week and can’t get enough of the s&m talk. Speaking of the edge of pain and pleasure, I’m taking part in my first ever tournament this weekend with the BTM community and am expecting a thorough spanking! Keep up the good work :)
Apple Podcasts5aceboogieBBGCanada6 years ago
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