Firelink
Second WindMarty Sliva, Nick Calandra, and KC Nwosu are back for a brand new podcast here on Second Wind. Each week we'll be discussing the latest gaming news, hot topics, what we've been playing... and maybe even a craft beer review.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 115 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | LeisureVideo Games | |||
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This week on Firelink, Nick, KC, and Marty give their thoughts on Tuesday's State of Play showcase before looking forward to this weekend's Summer Game Fest shenanigans.
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This week on Firelink, Nick, KC, and Marty chat about the pair of excellent new releases in Mina the Hollower and 007 First Light, break down the insane price increases on Valve's Steam Deck, and marvel at The Witcher III getting a new expansion 12 y... more
This week on Firelink, Nick, KC, and Marty chat about the Kingdom Come devs making a Middle-earth game, Destiny's uncertain future, and early impressions of the big new games.
Second Wind is fully independent, employee-owned and fan-funded. Consider... more
This week on Firelink, Nick, KC, and Marty chat about the the silly drama surrounding Mixtape, a game update from Sega, impressions of the new Mortal Kombat movie, and more.
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- B-teamers waste your time
Firelink is the little brother supplementary podcast to Second Wind’s excellent Windbreaker podcast. The idea being that if you want more of that, here’s an additional show. Good in theory, but this Yahtzee-less show is a total waste of time. Marty is the only recurring host, and while excellent he is joined by Nick, a mumbling uncharismatic bad take machine and KC, a man with absolutely awful taste in media. KC routinely gets basic facts or gaming news wrong and is weirdly keen on defending big... more
Apple Podcasts2maumaumaumaumaumau
Australiaa year ago - Fun people, niche topic
If you want a deep dive into current gaming news and trends, these guys are funny and insightful. If you’re not already a fan of the Second Wind group, however, you might find this little hard to get into.
Apple Podcasts4Uncle Glecor
United States2 years ago - The other one?
Fantastic as always SW crew would be cool if I could check out the rewind podcast on here as well or is that one a YT only pod?
Apple Podcasts5Tooka WarbandUnited States2 years ago - Mixed
+ Frequently good commentary on the industry
- Being completely blasé about bigotry and other societal issues that don’t affect them directly, to the point of mocking those who find it important.
Apple Podcasts3Jon the Jinn
Norway2 years ago - New favourite podcast
This is my new favourite podcast after Breakout ended. The people on this podcast are all great and really funny!
Apple Podcasts5SamIngoroAustralia2 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #200 |  Canada/Leisure/Video Games |
Apple Podcasts | #142 |  Italy/Leisure/Video Games |
Apple Podcasts | #166 | Australia/Leisure/Video Games |
Apple Podcasts | #44 |  Poland/Leisure/Video Games |
Apple Podcasts | #46 |  Taiwan/Leisure/Video Games |
Apple Podcasts | #47 |  Israel/Leisure/Video Games |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Firelink
What is Firelink about and what kind of topics does it cover?
A witty, opinionated roundtable focused on current gaming news, industry trends, and hands-on impressions from the latest releases. The crew blends critique, nostalgia, and casual banter as they dissect topics like big publisher dynamics, console ecosystems, game announcements, and cross-media adaptations, with frequent detours into personal favorites and viewer donations. Notable throughlines include debates over art versus commerce, the role of funding in development, and the social dynamics of fan culture, all delivered in a relaxed, conversation-heavy style that rewards listeners who enjoy candid takes and lively inside-jokes.
What stands out is the show's consistent mix of sharp game analysis, industry gossip, and community-backed int... more
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Which podcasts are similar to Firelink?
These podcasts share a similar audience with Firelink:
1. Windbreaker
2. Dev Heads
3. The Rewind Podcast
4. Triple Click
5. The MinnMax Show
How many episodes of Firelink are there?
Firelink launched 3 years ago and published 115 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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What guests have appeared on Firelink?
Recent guests on Firelink include:
1. Jess Hoops
2. Javed Starrett
3. Dean Walshe
4. Jesse Galina
5. Jesse Galena
6. Marty Sliva
7. Kahlief Adams
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