
Marty 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 | 90 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Video GamesLeisure | |||

Marty's out of town this week in Japan, so Nick and KC will be hosting and chatting about a bunch of different topics this week!
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This week on Firelink, KC, Nick, and Marty chat about what they've been playing, their gaming habits while traveling, and their all-time favorite video game performances.
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This week on Firelink, KC, Nick, and Marty chat about this week's big news, including the passing of Tomonobu Itagaki, a major departure at Rare, more drama from the MindsEye studio, and the very strange week that The Pokemon Company has been having.... more
This week on Firelink, KC, Nick, and Marty chat about some news bits from the week, as well as what they've been playing, including Ghost of Yotei, Yooka-Replaylee, Absolum, and Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles.
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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
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.
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?
+ 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.
This is my new favourite podcast after Breakout ended. The people on this podcast are all great and really funny!
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This podcast offers a lively exploration of the latest developments in the gaming world, with engaging discussions led by hosts who are enthusiastic about video games. Regular segments include reviews of recent releases, analysis of industry trends, and humorous personal anecdotes, creating a blend of entertainment and insightful commentary. Each episode often highlights key titles, gaming mechanics, and broader conversations about the gaming community's dynamics, making it an appealing venue for both casual gamers and hardcore enthusiasts. Notably, the hosts incorporate elements of their personal lives and interests, adding a relatable touch to the focus on gaming news and trends, which may differentiate this podcast from others in the gen... more
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These podcasts share a similar audience with Firelink:
1. Windbreaker
2. Dev Heads
3. Jimquisition
4. The Rewind Podcast
5. Friends Per Second
Firelink launched 2 years ago and published 90 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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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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