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Punching Up: A Nintendo Podcast

Last Stand Media & Studio71
Nintendo
Switch 2
Zelda
Animal Crossing
Nintendo Switch 2
Mario Kart
Pokémon
Nintendo Switch
Metroid Prime 4
Donkey Kong Bananza
Xbox
Pokemon
Fire Emblem
Xenoblade Chronicles X
Xenoblade Chronicles
Breath Of the Wild
Nintendo Direct
Chrono Trigger
Steam Deck
The Legend Of Zelda

Punching Up is a weekly show all about Nintendo, co-hosted by Dustin Furman, Gene Park, Dagan Moriarty, and Mama Micah. The goal of Punching Up is to discuss the latest news and games from Nintendo, as well as dive deep into the prestigious catalog of games from the past, all while keeping it fun and entertaining. The show is highly interactive, with plenty of questions and comments from the audie... more

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This week the Punching Up crew discuss more Switch 2 ports, Capcom spotlight announcement, Grand Theft Auto 6, and the next Direct date possibly getting leaked!

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This week the Punching Up crew goes over the recent Gamescom news, The Pokemon series possibly moving away from turn-based battles, new Switch 2 bundles, and Brad shares his experience with The Duskbloods Network test.

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This week the Punching Up crew discusses the Kingdom Hearts blowout at D23, The Simpsons Hit & Run possibly coming back, Pokémon Bank shutting down, and more!

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This week the Punching Up crew goes over all the recent Zelda movie casting leaks as well as the leaked Zelda themed Switch 2 and Pro Controller, and more!

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Recent Guests

Gene Park
Guest appearance and co-host-level involvement in discussion
Punching Up / Last Stand Media
Episode: More Nintendo Movies Are Coming!
Colin Moriarty
Humongous Nintendo fan, well-known gamer and commentator
Episode: Nintendo Memories with Colin
Rick Hoeg
A lawyer and guest on the podcast
Gaming Law Expert
Episode: This Nintendo Direct Was INSANE!
Dustin Furman
Co-host and guest on the episode
Last Stand Media
Episode: The 3DS Is Still AWESOME!

Hosts

Gene Park
Co-host providing insights and reactions to topics; widely involved in social banter across episodes
Micah Moriarty
Co-host; oversees Nintendo discussions and audience questions

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 787 ratings
  • I wish they actually enjoyed Nintendo games.

    Ever since Colin started podcasting his way without answering to anyone else he became a fan of these rambling 5 hour long podcasts that go on tangents before getting back to the topic at hand. He can get away with this, though, because he has built up a following that cares about his antics he and still cares about PlayStaion.

    None of the people on Punching Up have that. They don’t understand how to have focused panel discussion; they just think it’s about rambling as long as you all loosely e... more

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    EonsPast
    United Statesa month ago
  • Last Stand Media

    Anything Last Stand Media post Last of Us 2 / State of Play deserves to fail. Gaming would be better without Last Stand Media

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    1
    TheBinApt22322
    United States3 months ago
  • Gene was very important to this Podcast….

    This show really needs Gene back on a regular basis bad…. It barely feels like a video game podcast without him… let alone a Nintendo podcast. They just really need someone that actually

    Plays video games on a more consistent basis to steer the show more if he won’t be back more often soon…

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    inverseIV
    United States3 months ago
  • A rating on vibes

    Neil

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shaun McCarthy1805
    Australia8 months ago
  • Half Decent

    A decent podcast that falls a little too short. Dustin and Brad are both pretty well rounded and know a lot. Gene’s pretty great even if he is a bit too obsessed with gooning. Micah is a bit on the weaker side - it’s pretty obvious she only got the job because she’s married to the head of the company. Still needs more Nintendo talk overall. All too often they get sidetracked.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Alaric_24
    United Statesa year ago

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Guests and diverse opinions are valued for adding fresh perspectives to Nintendo discourse.
The show's community and audience engagement are frequently highlighted as a strength.
Fans appreciate long-form discussions that blend news, nostalgia, and humor.
Listeners praise the show for strong host chemistry and entertaining takes on Nintendo topics.
Some reviews note variability in topic focus and pacing across episodes, but overall positive on hosting dynamics.

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The Duskbloods is Coming Soon...
Q: What are your thoughts on the Fallout/Bethesda announcements and the delay of major titles?
The group expresses cautious optimism for remasters like New Vegas but remains skeptical about the pace of new mainline titles, noting that fans want substantial new content rather than prolonged waits; they also discuss engine tech and the potential for improved gameplay experiences.
They Finally Listened...
Q: Should I just put up with the frustration and see it until the end? Is it worth it?
It's the only 3D Zelda game I have never finished. Part of me wants to scratch that itch.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Looks INSANE!
Q: What makes a great Metroid game?
A great Metroid game has a captivating atmosphere, a sense of isolation, and excellent progression and level design.
Nintendo Continues to Dominate
Q: Will we see more of the Punching Up Plus expansion packs, spoiler cast, and review discussions?
Due to audience feedback and interest levels, there are no immediate plans for additional spoiler casts or special reviews beyond main episodes.
Big Gaming Anniversaries Are Coming… What’s Next?
Q: With the price of RAM going up, how, if at all, do you see this affecting Nintendo?
I honestly don't know how long this RAM crisis is going to last, but I wouldn't be surprised if there's a price raise for Switch 2.

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A weekly roundtable focused on Nintendo, balancing news and deep dives into classic catalog titles with a lively, audience-driven format. Expect energetic discussions on hardware rumors, Directs, remakes, and the broader Nintendo ecosystem, all punctuated by personal anecdotes, memes, and playful banter. The show distinguishes itself with a strong sense of community, long-form conversations, and a willingness to mix industry analysis with fan-oriented tangents, creating a casual yet insightful listening experience for Nintendo fans and gamers who enjoy behind-the-scenes looks at how the ecosystem evolves over time.

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