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Filthy Casuals with Tommy Dassalo and Ben Vernel

Tommy Dassalo, Ben Vernel
The Last Of Us
Nintendo
Nintendo Switch 2
Severance
The White Lotus
Death Stranding 2
Video Games
Joel
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth
Hollow Knight: Silksong
Donkey Kong Bananza
Nintendo Direct
Sony State Of Play
Ellie
Monster Hunter Wilds
Mario Kart World
Grand Theft Auto 6
Mario Kart
Abby
Metroid Prime 4

A comedy podcast about video games, hosted by kind and knowledgeable boys (and Australian comedians) Tommy Dassalo and Ben Vernel.

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PublishesWeeklyEpisodes600Founded11 years ago
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Latest Episodes

Happy Pikmin day! This week the boys are chatting about what we can expect from Justice's GTA6 score album as well as the demos for some games featured in the recent Indie Direct including Winds of Viridia and Raccoin, plus we've dived into Well Dwel... more

Bioware is gone which means no more Mass Effect, there's rumours of a high end new XBox which has us questioning who consoles are even for at this stage, plus we've put some time into Nintendo Switch Sports Resort, Fields of Mistria as well as still ... more

It's a huge week as we're digging into another new GTA6 single featuring Australia's Tame Impala and King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard, plus the announcement that Justice have composed the score! We're also dishing up our thoughts on the new Street Fi... more

This week we're discussing the recently revealed radio station hosts for Grand Theft Auto 6, Tommy's had a hands-on preview of the upcoming Nintendo Switch Sports Resort, and we're podracing like it's 1999 in Star Wars: Galactic Racer!

Book your tic... more

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Recent Guests

Ray O'Leary
New Zealand comedian known for Taskmaster and Have You Been Paying Attention
Individual comedian
Episode: Episode 562: Ray O'Leary
Ben Russell
Comedian and special guest on the podcast
Episode: Episode 520: Microsoft's Woes, More Ghost of Yotei with Ben Russell
Dilruk Jayasinha
Australian comedian and actor
Episode: Episode 510: The Legend of Case Boy with Dilruk Jayasinha
Greg Larsen
Comedian and special guest
Episode: VIDEODRONE #19: The Last of Us S02E07 'Convergance'
Andrew Levins
Special guest and frequent collaborator with Tommy
Episode: Episode 498: Nintendo Switch 2 Hands-On Preview with Andrew Levins
Jen Fricker
Comedian and guest at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival
Episode: VIDEODRONE #10: The White Lotus S03E06, Severance S02E10
Jen Frick
Correspondent covering the Super Bowl festivities in New Orleans
Episode: VIDEODRONE #04: Kendrick Lamar, Nickel Boys & Severance S02E04
Gen Fricker
A friend of the hosts and returning guest.
Episode: VIDEODRONE #03: Queer, Companion & Severance S02E03
Stephen Gates
Special guest, a Grammy-nominated video game soundtrack writer
Tripod
Episode: Episode 444: Botany Manor, Life Eater, Chibi-Robo!

Hosts

Tommy Dassalo
Host of Filthy Casuals; longtime comedian and gaming commentator with a focus on banter, humor, and in-depth game discussion.
Ben Vernel
Co-host known for sharp takes, humorous riffs, and strong chemistry with the other host; frequently tied to live events and comedic commentary.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 2.7k ratings
  • Bootlickers

    The boys have become too scared to miss out on early game access, and industry perks that they’re defending the anti-consumer decisions of billion dollar companies.

    More reviews and less awful takes on the loss of physical media & ridiculous price increases, please.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Six Inch Knuckles
    Australia2 months ago
  • Catching Up Binge

    I’ve been doing a very delayed catch up of eps from about 495 onwards recently, up to 511 right now and Ben, brother, Sakaguchi *was not the director of FFVII in 1997*. Yoshinori Kitase was director for VI, VII, and VIII! Sakaguchi was a *producer* only. He didn’t co-direct anything since V until IX. The original FFVII’s end credits clearly state he wasn’t the director of it.

    *Anyway*, FANTASIAN Neo Dimension (the console/PC release) really only happened because Naoki Yoshida and his Creative Un... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    MJAndre24
    Australia4 months ago
  • Ben makes the pod bad

    I loved this pod before Adam left. Ben is insufferable. Final nail in the coffin was him admitting that he doesn’t like Spiderman. Are you even human Ben?

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    DK.donkeykong
    United States5 months ago
  • Informative, funny reviews/chats about video games and video game news.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    TravisS87
    8 months ago
  • 67 67:

    67 67:

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kalajaadoo
    United Statesa year ago

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Patreon and live-show content are viewed positively by the audience.
Fans appreciate balanced takes on big news and hands-on game impressions.
Many listeners value the casual, fun energy paired with insightful game analysis.
Listeners praise the hosts' chemistry and humor, calling the banter engaging and relatable.
Some reviews mention nostalgia for earlier show dynamics but still enjoy the core discussions.

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Apple Podcasts
#200
New Zealand/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#236
Russia/Comedy

Talking Points

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VIDEODRONE #19: The Last of Us S02E07 'Convergance'
Q: Greg, what did you think about the ending of The Last of Us season two?
I liked a lot of the episode but I'm curious about the cliffhanger and how it affects the storytelling moving forward.
Episode 451: Summer Game Fest, Xbox Showcase
Q: What were some notable game announcements from Summer Game Fest and Xbox Showcase?
The hosts discussed various game announcements, including 'Doom: The Dark Ages', 'Civilization VII', and 'Star Wars Outlaws', sharing both excitement and reservations about the games showcased.
Episode 459: Listener Call-In Episode 2
Q: Do you have any feelings about how the farm sim genre is seen as cozy?
It shows a lack of understanding about the hardships of being out there on the farm.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Filthy Casuals

What is Filthy Casuals about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A lighthearted, long-running gaming comedy show hosted by two Australian comedians. Weekly discussions mix news, direct hands-on impressions, and banter about the latest in video games, with frequent reactions to big showcases, industry moves, and hardware shifts. The hosts often dive into remakes, new releases, and upcoming live events, peppering conversations with personal anecdotes and sponsor segments, all delivered in a casual, jokey style. The format leans into chemistry between hosts and their humorous takes on games culture, making it a good fit for listeners who want entertainment alongside informed opinions on the gaming landscape.

What stands out: the duo's energetic banter, willingness to riff across a broad array of topics (fr... more

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1. Ray O'Leary
2. Ben Russell
3. Dilruk Jayasinha
4. Greg Larsen
5. Andrew Levins
6. Jen Fricker
7. Jen Frick
8. Gen Fricker

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