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Anatomy
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Fortune
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Double Fine
Self-Loathing
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Blake Hester and Jacob Geller explore the world of dark, violent, and nihilistic video games.

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Blake Hester and Jacob Geller are joined by Blake's better half, AJ Moser, to discuss the back half of God of War III. Assume full spoilers!

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Recent Guests

AJ Moser
Friend of the pod, previously appeared on a Max Payne commentary episode.
Episode: God of War III — Episode 2 (ft. AJ Moser)
Ashley Bardhan
Senior writer at GamesRadar
GamesRadar
Episode: God of War III — Episode 1 (ft. Ashley Bardhan)
Toussaint Egan
Curation Editor at Polygon
Polygon
Episode: God of War — Episode 2 (ft. Toussaint Egan)
Matt Leone
Special Projects Editor at Polygon, experienced video game journalist
Polygon
Episode: God of War — Episode 1 (feat. Matt Leone)
Lily Alexandre
YouTube and Nebula video essayist
YouTube, Nebula
Episode: The Haar — Episode 2 (ft. Lily Alexandre)
Julie Muncy
Returning guest who has worked on the video game Interstate 35.
Game Developer
Episode: In The Miso Soup — Episode 2 (ft. Julie Muncy)
Chris Franklin
A long-time video essayist and creator from Errant Signal
Errant Signal
Episode: Spec Ops: The Line — Episode 2 (ft. Chris Franklin)
Mike Rugnetta
Current host of the podcast NeverPost and a pioneering video essayist
NeverPost Podcast
Episode: Spec Ops: The Line — Episode 1 (ft. Mike Rugnetta)
James Hot Cider
Host of the podcast Bullet Time, video essayist, and producer.
Bullet Time
Episode: Call of Duty: Black Ops — Episode 2 (ft. hotcyder)

Hosts

Blake Hester
Co-host, known for his humorous take on gaming narratives and his insights into industry trends.
Jacob Geller
Co-host, providing deep analysis of tragic themes in video games and engaging discussions on cultural contexts.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.3k ratings
  • Really fun listen

    No matter what game it is both hosts always find a great way to make it fun to listen to even if there is no knowledge on the game themselves. One of my favorite podcasts!

    (Ps I hope they come back)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jckpth
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great Chemistry

    I eagerly await every episode

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jack Koeberle
    United States10 months ago
  • Mostly great

    The only issue I have is that one of the hosts (Blake?) seems to not know or actively care or pay attention to what is happening in the games they are taking about. But it makes sense since I think he usually covered COD games. Luckily Jacob tempers the conversation and keeps things on track.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    DwuudZ
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great but

    Loving the podcast but if Blake keeps talking about the last of us 2 like that I’m gonna have to shiv him.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    crackmonger
    United Statesa year ago
  • Really fun listen

    No matter what game it is both hosts always find a great way to make it fun to listen to even if there is no knowledge on the game themselves. One of my favorite podcasts!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jackpath
    United Statesa year ago

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Some listeners have mixed feelings about one host's engagement level, but others feel the chemistry compensates well for it.
Listeners appreciate the strong dynamic between the hosts, noting their entertaining discussions on dark and complex themes in video games.
The podcast is described as both insightful and fun, often mixing analysis with humor.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#180
Canada/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#63
Ukraine/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#157
India/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#189
Netherlands/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#244
Saudi Arabia/Leisure

Talking Points

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God of War — Season Finale
Q: Are there notable instances of rotten works of media created or led by women?
Yes, examples include works by Sachi Hamano and Julia Ducournau, illustrating that female creators also contribute to the themes of rot in media.
God of War — Season Finale
Q: What do you think is the most rotten Greek myth?
Many myths involve grotesque and violent themes, such as Zeus's frequent rapes and Prometheus's eternal torment. The nature of these stories often reflects deep societal issues.
God of War III — Episode 1 (ft. Ashley Bardhan)
Q: Ashley, do you find Kratos a sympathetic character in God of War III?
No, not at all. I think we gave up on that in God of War II.
Spec-Ops/Black Ops — Season Finale
Q: What is your take on Civil War?
I think it's more about photojournalism than politics, and it highlights the complexities of modern conflicts in a compelling way.
Spec-Ops/Black Ops — Season Finale
Q: Where do you discover new books?
I usually just walk into a bookstore and judge books by the cover, or explore different sections depending on my interests.

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Exploring the darker aspects of video gaming, Blake Hester and Jacob Geller engage in thought-provoking discussions centered around violent and nihilistic themes in games. Listeners can expect insightful takes on popular titles, including in-depth analysis of narratives, cultural impact, and character arcs. The duo not only addresses the mechanics of gameplay but also reflects on broader societal themes, providing a unique blend of entertainment and critique. Their chemistry as hosts fosters engaging dialogues, making each episode both enjoyable and intellectually stimulating for gaming enthusiasts.

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