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The Nextlander Podcast

The Nextlander Podcast
Video Games
Death Stranding 2
Fortnite
Microsoft
Assassin's Creed
Nintendo Switch 2
Star Wars
Helldivers 2
Xbox
Nintendo
Star Wars Outlaws
Ubisoft
Summer Game Fest
Silent Hill
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth
Astro Bot
Dead Rising
Elden Ring
Blizzard Entertainment
Game Awards

Longtime friends and games media colleagues Vinny Caravella, Brad Shoemaker, and Alex Navarro share their combined decades of knowledge, expertise, and passion for games with weekly discussions about what they're playing, what's happening in the industry, and whatever else they're up to.

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Latest Episodes

This week: Lego Batman, Yerba Buena, TerraTech Legion, the Steam Deck price increase, lamenting the end of Destiny, Unreal Engine 6, our early PC-building memories, and other stuff!

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This week's show gets loose as we discuss the latest, greatest games, such as TerraTech Legion, Call of the Elder Gods, and, uh, Candy Box, plus Sony's retreat from PC releases, Embracer attempting to correctly leverage Red Faction and Deus Ex, how t... more

Between the Star Fox 64 remake and Mixtape, there's a lot of hot button issues to talk about this week, plus more games like Directive 8020, Call of the Sea, Saros, and Forbidden Solitaire, even more Retro Rewind customizations, big retirements at Ni... more

The April downpour of games continues into May as we dig into Forbidden Solitaire, Windrose, and Dead as Disco, plus more Saros and Retro Rewind (and one last time with Pragmata). Also, is there going to be a new Mortal Kombat? How many Street Fighte... more

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Recent Guests

Jeff Bakalar
Guest host, gaming journalist
Giant Bomb (as referenced in show)
Episode: 242: Smooth Jimmy's Pod of the Week
Dan Reichert
Rotating crew member
Nextlander / Giant Bomb alumni
Episode: Special Ep: Never Been a Better Podcast 010: Making it Happening
Lex Luddy
Editor in Chief of Start Menu and games media personality
Start Menu
Episode: 207: The Unified Megami Tensei Theory
Abby Russell
Guest and fellow podcast host
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Episode: Special Ep: Never Been a Better Podcast 007: I Definitely Saw No Hemipenis!
Austin Walker
A guest host on the podcast, contributing personal stories and discussions.
Episode: Special Ep: Never Been a Better Podcast 006: The World's Greatest Detective in Your Mouth
Jason Schreier
Games journalist and author of Play Nice
Bloomberg
Episode: 170: Behind the Blizzard
William Smith
Games enthusiast and guest on the podcast
Episode: 161: A Jedi Named Kyle

Hosts

Vinny Caravella
Lead host with decades of experience in games media and online communities; known for hosting warmth, humor, and insightful commentary.
Brad Shoemaker
Co-host with long-running collaboration in game journalism; brings hardware knowledge and industry context.
Alex Navarro
Veteran commentator with a focus on games industry analysis and historical perspectives; contributes thoughtful critique and humor.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 3.2k ratings
  • Nextspoiler

    The cast, one in particular, is hypersensitive to spoilers, and delays general discussion on a game for weeks to protect himself from the possibility of being spoiled in any way.

    Then, when he’s finally caught up on his work, he almost compulsively blurts out easily avoidable spoilers for the audience as if to show how much he knows about it.

    Should have called it Nextspoiler, never know when the next spoiler is going to pop out at you.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    iguy2
    United Statesa month ago
  • They need to rebrand

    This podcast has become more of a far left podcast at the top they always wanna tell you their politics and I thought this was a video game podcast and Alex is the worst and Vinny seems to be coming more and more like that.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    big_appetite
    United Statesa month ago
  • Long in the tooth

    Just stop. It’s sad. People hyping themselves up for the most nothing content. Just let it die, dude.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    violentretard666
    United Statesa month ago
  • Pretty upset with the title of the newest episode

    As it gives a spoiler away for a game right in the title. It's one thing for them to talk about it cause I can skip it in the episode but when looking at episodes and there is a characters name right there I can't not see that. Thanks guys. Appreciate you spoiling RE9 for me.

    I have listened and watched these guys for years. I don't even know how long it's been. Watched and listened a ton when they were a part of Giantbomb and was so happy when I heard they were leaving as Giantbomb just had be... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Gaspatchosoup
    United States2 months ago
  • I love you guys and I'm a long time giant bomb fan but you really need to stop having Jeff bakalar on your show. He is intolerant, hates Christians and hates anybody that doesn't view the world exactly the way he does. Can't stand it!

    Podcast Addict
    1
    ramjorel
    2 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

The show blends knowledgeable game talk with personal stories and humor, making it feel like hanging with friends who know games deeply.
Memorable banter and authentic camaraderie are frequently cited as strengths that keep long-time fans engaged.
Listeners appreciate long-form discussions and candid industry insights, though some note political discussions can be polarizing.

Chart Rankings

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

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#4
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Apple Podcasts
#27
United States/Leisure
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#2
Canada/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#13
United Kingdom/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#22
Canada/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#76
United Kingdom/Leisure

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

233: An X-Ray Equals 10 Bananas
Q: How do you avoid the temptation to Google everything to make sure you're seeing everything and resist the internal collectathon urge?
The hosts discuss how they approach completing games, including the use of guides and the desire to explore thoroughly, weighed against the enjoyment of organic gameplay.
130: Game of the Year 2023, Part 1
Q: What are the best games played with friends this year?
The best games played with friends included Remnant 2, Lethal Company, and Baldur's Gate 3, based on the discussions of their multiplayer experiences that highlight how they enhance gameplay when played in groups.
134: No Stars Upon Rs
Q: What's the general impression of the new Prince of Persia game?
The hosts find the game engaging with interesting mechanics and a nostalgic feel, but also unpredictably has challenging moments.
134: No Stars Upon Rs
Q: What do you think about the vibes at the local robotics tournament Vinny attended?
Vinny shares that the vibes were incredibly inclusive and reminiscent of early gaming gatherings, where everyone felt connected through their love for robot battling.
170: Behind the Blizzard
Q: What has the acquisition of Blizzard by Microsoft changed about its operations and leadership?
It has introduced new levels of scrutiny and pressures while also providing some autonomy regarding product development, potentially allowing for a greater focus on creativity despite the financial demands.

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A long-running, three-host roundtable focused on video games, industry developments, and personal anecdotes. Conversations wind between current playthroughs, hardware and publisher news, nostalgia for early gaming, and candid takes on broader media topics. The tone blends humor, deep experience, and occasional politics, with frequent sponsor reads and lively banter among longtime industry colleagues. The show stands out for its veteran perspectives, relaxed chemistry, and willingness to riff across games, technology, and culture, making it a compelling listen for listeners who want thoughtful critique mixed with personal stories from the game world.

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2. Dan Reichert
3. Lex Luddy
4. Abby Russell
5. Austin Walker
6. Jason Schreier
7. William Smith

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