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The Withering Effect - Minecraft and Hytale

The Withering Effect
Minecraft
Minecraft Movie
Minecraft Update 1.20.3
Pre-Releases
Autocrafter
Digital Producers Environments
Minecraft Farming
Trial Chambers
Cubedcon
Let's Create Together
Bisecthosting
Mojang
Create Mod
October 2023
Bamboo Farm
Podcasting
Content Creation
Online Communities
Insidemc
Youtube

The Withering Effect is a podcast all about Minecraft and Hytale. Each episode joins our hosts as they avoid the Wither to bring you the latest news, experiences, ideas and opinions on the world’s best-selling game and its emerging challenger.

PublishesMonthlyEpisodes194Founded7 years ago
Categories
LeisureVideo Games

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Latest Episodes

In this live episode, DuDs and Carl come to you from our Booth at Cubed! 2025 to discuss all the progress we have made on our Create server, Let's Create Together. Plus, we discuss improvements to the Jagged Peaks in Mending Minecraft. Also, we discu... more

In this live episode, DuDs and Carl discuss all the news and announcements from Minecraft Live for September 2025. Including The Copper Age release date and all the new features coming in the next drop, Mounts of Mayhem. Also, we discuss some other g... more

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In this episode, DuDs and Carl discuss the upcoming Fall Drop additions, including the Copper Golem, Chests, Tools and Gear. Also, we interrupt the show with some Breaking News about the new item Shelves. Plus, our thoughts on a video from Nekoma whe... more

In this episode, DuDs and Carl are joined by author Andrew Farago for an interview about his new book "A Minecraft Movie: From Block to Big Screen". Plus, Mending Minecraft, and did A Minecraft Movie reached $1 billion in box office revenue?

Buy the... more

In this episode, DuDs and Carl share their review of A Minecraft Movie. Plus, snapshot 25W16A brings improvements to the Lead and Happy Ghast. Also, we have a listener comment from Mopee setting out their ideas for better drops for the Warden.

NASCo... more

In this live episode, DuDs and Carl discuss their reaction to all the game drop announcements from the first of this year's Minecraft LIVE events. Plus, Mojang shared a preview from 'A Minecraft Movie' ...maybe this event should have just been an e-m... more

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In this episode, DuDs and Carl discuss all the warm and cold additions to Minecraft. Plus, is the Creaking just the exact opposite of an Enderman? Also, Mending Minecraft is back! Make sure you vote in this episode's poll on Spotify, YouTube, and Dis... more

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In this episode, DuDs and Carl are joined by aubni and Flazzerty from our 'Let's Create Together' server. Join us as we talk through our experiences getting to grips with the Create mod.

Thank you to our Milk level Patrons: Aerington, aubni, Fragile... more

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Key Facts

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Contact Information
Podcast Host

Recent Guests

Andrew Farago
Author of A Minecraft Movie: From Block to Big Screen and curator of the Cartoon Art Museum in San Francisco
Cartoon Art Museum
Episode: Episode 188: A Minecraft Movie: From Block to Big Screen with Andrew

Hosts

DuDs
DuDs is known as one of the main hosts and has been recognized for engaging comments and insights throughout episodes, also known online as DuDsVs.
Carl
Carl serves as a co-host and lends humor and experienced commentary on episodes, recognized online as Carl Rides.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 704 ratings
  • Please make more!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    This podcast makes me feel like I wanna play Minecraft so bad because I only get to play video games twice a week, but it makes me sleep well too (please mention me on the show as CaPtIn ReX)

    PS. Carl I love your ascent

    PPS. Get a life Carl JK JK

    Maybe 😈

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    my name is booooooooooooooooob
    Canada5 months ago
  • Two thumbs up

    Amazing podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JorgeObr
    Canada6 months ago
  • Why?????????????????????????????????????????????

    You haven’t meet an episode in a very long time but still like it !!!!!👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍🤩👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BILL_CIPHER_13
    United States6 months ago
  • Idea

    Hey duds and bank first of love y’all’s pod second I was just listening to episode six just to catch up on the pod and I herd y’all say something about a different type of torch that glowed and I thought maybe it would be a good idea if you could make glowing cole with the pieces of glow stone around one piece of cole and then you would get glowing cole that when used for a torch it would glow when you held it and it would glow a bigger area! I think it would be a great way to make it more expen... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RaspyStoat8025
    United States6 months ago
  • Great podcast

    Great podcast. Make KC or abnie the co-host

    PS comment if you still listen no-one has commented in a year.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ct_28_echo🇦🇺
    Australia6 months ago
  • THIS IS THE GOAT

    I HATE JOGEOBR

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    my name is booooooooooooooooob
    Canada7 months ago
  • Plz make more!!!

    Plz!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Lightningkitties
    United States7 months ago
  • Please read this on the show 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

    I want to see Carl’s Minecraft skin with a bright pink Mohawk 😏😏😏😏

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Yo bro 123
    United States8 months ago
  • Amazing

    A little red knight sells us insurance here in Canada. Also listen to this podcast please. I have listened to it religiously for the past couple of years and have never been disappointed except by the upload schedule. (if you’re reading this, It’s fine Carl You have a life)

    Comment from ep 189, Mojang should have armour be like how they have it in Minecraft dungeons. Where some armour gives you more speed at the cost of protection and vice verse. You could also have it where armour could give a... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Quiltity
    Canada8 months ago
  • Ahhhhhhhh

    ✌️🤯

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    USA🪖⛑️💣🔪🧰🔥🥊⚾️
    United States9 months ago
  • How old ??👵👴🧓or How young 👧🧒👦

    How old are your kids?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Yo bro 123
    United States10 months ago
  • Nice I love the podcast

    Nice I love Minecraft and I love listening to podcasts on it so I love it

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Seekfan85
    United States10 months ago
  • Amazing

    A little red knight sells us insurance. Also listen to this podcast please. I have listened to it religiously for the past couple of years and have never been disappointed except by the upload schedule. (It’s fine Carl if you’re reading this. You have a life)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Quiltity
    Canadaa year ago
  • Good good good goooooooood! Good podcast good game to talk about try it now!! NOW!!!!!!!! they get distracted some times but good 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍 really really good good news A Minecraft movie is good!!! Btw I said good to many times

    Audible
    5
    JW
    United Statesa year ago
  • Good 👍

    Good good good goooooooood! Good podcast good game to talk about try it now!! NOW!!!!!!!! they get distracted some times but good 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍 really really good good news A Minecraft movie is good!!! Btw I said good to many times

    Audible
    5
    JW
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

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

Many reviews highlight the humor and entertaining dynamics between the hosts, making it a fun listen.
There are suggestions for more episodes and slightly mixed feelings regarding the frequency of uploads. Some listeners have expressed frustration over the infrequent episode releases, yet they continue to engage with the content.
Listeners appreciate the engaging content and insights into Minecraft and express enjoyment over personal anecdotes shared by the hosts.
Overall, the audience shows a high level of enthusiasm for the topics discussed, especially those related to recent game updates and community events.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#185
Australia/Leisure/Video Games
Apple Podcasts
#37
Taiwan/Leisure/Video Games
Apple Podcasts
#42
Israel/Leisure/Video Games
Apple Podcasts
#145
Chile/Leisure/Video Games
Apple Podcasts
#197
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 188: A Minecraft Movie: From Block to Big Screen with Andrew
Q: What was your favorite part of this whole experience?
My son's enthusiasm for Minecraft and the opportunity to let him sit in on interviews, including one with Jack Black.
Episode 188: A Minecraft Movie: From Block to Big Screen with Andrew
Q: How were you approached about writing this book?
An editor at Insight Editions contacted me with a project offer, which turned out to be a book about the Minecraft movie.
Episode 183: Cubed! Podcast Special with Orbitzz and Charlie (Live from Cubed! 2024)
Q: What are your thoughts on Creator Outreach?
It's preferable to reach out rather than to wait for guests to ask; being proactive makes it easier to bring unique voices to the podcast.
Episode 183: Cubed! Podcast Special with Orbitzz and Charlie (Live from Cubed! 2024)
Q: How did you build the InsideMC brand?
It started off about two and a half years ago but then had to pause due to job commitments; however, consistency and a bit of luck helped bring it back successfully.
Episode 177: Lava-Level Minecraft Opinions
Q: What is something you would like us to check out instead of me guessing?
The listeners are invited to suggest packs they'd like the hosts to try or explore, looking for more direct engagement compared to previous segments.

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Focusing primarily on Minecraft, this podcast offers listeners a blend of the latest game news, personal experiences, and creative ideas surrounding the beloved block-building game. Each episode features a lively and humorous discussion led by the hosts, who share their own gameplay adventures and insights into Minecraft's mechanics, updates, and community engagement. Unique aspects include guest appearances from notable authors and industry figures, along with critical reviews of game updates and adaptations, such as the recent Minecraft movie. The podcast likely appeals to Minecraft enthusiasts seeking both entertaining commentary and in-depth discussions about the game.

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