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The Razzle Dazzle Show

Jared Gonzalez
Shade Protocol
Kickstarter
Video Games
Voice Acting
Snacklets
Metroidvania
Kill La Kill
Zura
Illithium
Metroid
Clayre
Temma
Guitar Axe
Machiner
Pixel Art
Harmonies
X-Men
Chakram
Violin Katana
The Witcher (book Series)

A podcast where we make connections through the lens of video games & pop culture! Hosts: Jared Gonzalez, Chaz Hawkins, Mauro Piquera. Master Chief Engineer: Jared Gonzalez. Editor: Jared Gonzalez. Graphics Editor: Jared Gonzalez. Digital Media Editor: Jared Gonzalez. Producer: Jared Gonzalez. Follow us: linktr.ee/razzledazzleshowpodcast?utm_source=linktree_profile_share/

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Join us as Jared gushes about his GOTY contender, and as Mauro sings us tales of the pirate life!

Host: Jared Gonzalez, Mauro Piquera.

Cohosts: Chaz Hawkins.

Master Chief Engineer: Jared Gonzalez.

Editor: Jared Gonzalez.

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Welcome to another episode of BREAKING Protocol from The Razzle Dazzle Show — our ongoing mini-series where we break down key updates and design questions straight from the development of SHADE Protocol. These episodes are built around the game’s com... more

This week we're joined by Grant Kirkhope, the award-winning composer behind some of gaming's most iconic soundtracks, including Banjo-Kazooie, GoldenEye 007, Perfect Dark, Donkey Kong 64, Viva Piñata, Mario + Rabbids, and so much more.

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Welcome to another episode of BREAKING Protocol, our ongoing mini-series where we break down key updates and design questions straight from the development of SHADE Protocol.

Today’s topic might sound simple at first — currency. But in the world of... more

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Recent Guests

Josh Portillo
Professional Asian American voice actor
Voice acting industry
Episode: Special Guest - Josh Portillo
Carli Fish
British actress and voice performer known for Eve in Fairy Man and lead in Godshard Chronicles
Godshard Chronicles (voice of Adanna)
Episode: Special Guest - Carli Fish
Eric Lewald
Veteran television writer and producer, X-Men The Animated Series showrunner
Self (Eric Lewald)
Episode: Special Guests - Eric & Julia Lewald
Julia Lewald
Writer on X-Men The Animated Series
Self (Julia Lewald)
Episode: Special Guests - Eric & Julia Lewald
Isaac Robinson-Smith
Voice actor known for Voltron: Legendary Defender, Power Rangers game, X-Men 97, etc.
Independent/Studio work in animation and games
Episode: Special Guest - Isaac Robinson-Smith
Erik Jensen
Actor, writer and director known for The Walking Dead and Mr. Robot
Episode: Special Guest - Erik Jensen
Kendall Quiñones
Game Director for SHADE Protocol
SHADE Protocol
Episode: Episode 265 - Delta Series Ep 63: SHADE Protocol Collab Reveal
Nick Wozniak
Art master and founding partner of Yacht Club Games; former WayForward veteran
Yacht Club Games
Episode: Special Guest - Nick "Woz" Wozniak
Jirard Khalil
The Completionist, video game critic and producer of game-centric content
The Completionist / YouTube
Episode: Special Guest - Jirard Khalil "The Completionist"

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Jared Gonzalez
Host of The Razzle Dazzle Show; involved in multiple roles including engineering and production
Chaz Hawkins
Host of The Razzle Dazzle Show; co-host on majority of episodes
Mauro Piquera
Host of The Razzle Dazzle Show; provides hosting and editorial input

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4.4 out of 5 stars from 58 ratings
  • Super binge-worthy!

    Personally, I love listening to podcasts, and these guys really do a great job with their topic choices! They're funny, they have a lot of chemistry, and they know their stuff! I definitely reccommend to any fellow video-game lovers!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hellocheshire
    United States6 years ago
  • AWESOMENESS

    AWESOMENESS

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MiniCompletionist
    United States6 years ago

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BREAKING Protocol: The Guitar Axe
Q: What was the original vision for the Guitar Axe and how did community feedback reshape it?
Kendall explains that the Guitar Axe was conceived early as a core instrument, balancing familiarity with novelty to keep players engaged, and that community feedback guided adjustments to its combo system, motion, and how it integrates with other weapons.
Special Guest - Brittany Cox
Q: What first drew you to voice acting, and were there shows or games that made you want to pursue it?
A family connection to a recording studio and a casual commercial gig sparked initial interest, followed by formal opportunities in LA that allowed me to transition from theater to voiceover, valuing the freedom and scope of voice roles beyond physical appearance.
Special Guest - Brittany Cox
Q: Who's your favorite Pokémon?
My answer leaned toward Pikachu for its iconic presence, while later my own pick emphasized Totodile as a lifelong favorite due to early memories and its evolutions; both reflect a personal connection to growth and nostalgia.
BREAKING Protocol: Musical Inspirations
Q: What are the practical constraints around implementing an adaptive soundtrack, and how do you balance between variety and maintaining a recognizable game identity?
The team discusses the challenge of producing multiple tracks per area, ensuring instruments don't overwhelm the mood, and the trade-offs between using orchestral arrangements versus in-house compositions within budget and talent limits.
BREAKING Protocol: Musical Inspirations
Q: So Kendall, when you put this DAU out, what were you hoping to learn from the community about their musical taste, and how that will maybe interact with the game's overall musical vibe?
Kendall describes a broad range of musical preferences in the community, from retro to orchestral to lo-fi, and emphasizes the difficulty of pleasing everyone while aiming to find a cohesive space that still feels true to the game's world and aesthetic.

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This show centers on video games and pop culture through informal conversations among a core trio of hosts, often weaving in industry insights, indie game projects, creative process stories, and cross-media collaborations. Episodes frequently feature guests from game development, art and animation, voice acting, and content creation, with recurring themes around collaboration, community input, and the balance between art and practicality. Noteworthy is the mix of deep-dive design discussions (e.g., enemy design, world-building) with personal storytelling and culture-driven banter, making it appealing for listeners who enjoy both technical/game-curation talk and humorous, relatable host dynamics.

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2. Carli Fish
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5. Isaac Robinson-Smith
6. Erik Jensen
7. Kendall Quiñones
8. Nick Wozniak

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