Rated NA

Sunnydale Pilot: Welcome Home - Part Two

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 21 Apr 2022 15:38:51 +0000

Starring Anna Brisbin, Jennifer Hale, Dayeanne Hutton, Cissy Jones, Ryan Colt Levy, Mark Meer, Alix Wilton Regan, Issac Robinson Smith, Erin Yvette, and Briana White, Sunnydale: Welcome Home Part Two, is the second part of an original pilot set in the world of Buffy the Vampire Slayer, performed by amazing actors for charity. Set twenty years after the events of Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Sunnydale returns to the Hellmouth with an all-new cast of characters. For more information please visit SunnydaleAV.com.

Sunnydale Pilot: Welcome Home - Part One

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 21 Apr 2022 15:31:58 +0000

Starring Anna Brisbin, Jennifer Hale, Dayeanne Hutton, Cissy Jones, Ryan Colt Levy, Mark Meer, Alix Wilton Regan, Issac Robinson Smith, Erin Yvette, and Briana White, Sunnydale: Welcome Home Part One, is an original pilot set in the world of Buffy the Vampire Slayer, performed by amazing actors for charity. Set twenty years after the events of Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Sunnydale returns to the Hellmouth with an all-new cast of characters. For more information please visit SunnydaleAV.com.

Rated NA 364: Halloween 2020

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Sun, 1 Nov 2020 22:08:27 +0000

Guest host Erin Yvette returns to talk with Matt, Scott, and Ash about Halloween 2020! The gang talks Brea Grant's 12 Hour Shift, Genshin Impact, Wintermoor Tactics Club, Ravenloft, Goner 2, and more!

Rated NA 363: Ten Years

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Fri, 23 Oct 2020 19:48:38 +0000

Matt, Scott, and Ash are joined by co-hosts Kate Dollarhyde, Erin Yvette, and Miellyn Fitzwater Barrows to talk about the 10th anniversary of Rated NA. Thank you all so much for sticking with us!

Nerds Vote: Mass Effect Cast Reunion Special

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 1 Oct 2020 13:49:45 +0000

The Cast of Mass Effect reunites to save the galaxy! Join Jennifer Hale (Shep), Mark Meer (Shep), Ali Hillis (Liara), Raphael Sbarge (Kaidan), Courtenay Taylor (Jack), Alix Wilton Regan (Traynor), and Kimberly Brooks (Ashley) for a very special episode brought to you by Nerds Vote.

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Program:

Intros
Catch Up
Questions
Live Table Read
Outros

Nerds Vote: Life is Strange Cast Reunion Special

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 17 Sep 2020 14:11:28 +0000

Rated NA and Nerds Vote reunite the cast of Life is Strange! Ashly Burch (Chloe), Hannah Telle (Max), Cissy Jones (Joyce), and Dayeanne Hutton (Kate) gather to answer questions from all around the world and discuss what made Arcadia Bay so special.

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Program:

Intros
Catch Up
Questions
Live Table Read
Outros

Rated NA 360: Marvel's Avengers, Star Renegades, Mulan

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Fri, 11 Sep 2020 19:21:13 +0000

Briana White joins Matt and Ash to talk Marvel's Avengers, Star Renegades, Mulan, Aggretsuko, and more!

Reviews

Marvel's Avengers
Aggretsuko
The Legend of Kora/Avatar
Star Renegades
Mulan

News

Tenet Box Office
Xbox Hardware Announcement
Dune Trailer

Rated NA 359: Two Minutes to Late Night, Wasteland 3, Spiritfarer

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Fri, 4 Sep 2020 18:36:05 +0000

Erin Yvette joins Matt and Ash to talk Wasteland 3, Spiritfarer, Teenage Bounty Hunters, Bill, and Ted: Face the Music and more! Music this week arranged by the incredible team from Two Minutes to Late Night.

News

Erin Yvette's Voice is in stuff
Chadwick Boseman
Marvel's Silk coming to T.V.
Nintendo Vault

Reviews

Bill and Ted: Face the Music (Spoilerful)
Wasteland 3
Teenage Bounty Hunters
Spiritfarer

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Rated NA 358: Bill and Ted: Face the Music, Fall Guys, The Green Knight

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Fri, 28 Aug 2020 19:58:04 +0000

Ash and Matt gather to review Bill and Ted: Face the Music (spoiler free), Fall Guys, Final Fantasy 14, and the Green Knight.

News

Gamescom 2020
Resident Evil on Netflix

Reviews

Bill and Ted: Face the Music (spoiler-free)
The Green Knight RPG from A24
Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout
Dragonlance
Final Fantasy 14: A Realm Reborn

Rated NA 357: Rogue Legacy 2, High Score, Hearthstone: Scholomance Academy

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Fri, 21 Aug 2020 19:43:11 +0000

Kate Dollarhyde returns to Ash and Matt about her Nebula Award win for the Outer Worlds! We also talk Rogue Legacy 2, Hearthstone's Scholomance Academy, High Score, and the latest in gaming and pop culture news.

Rated NA 356: Teenage Blob, Umbrella Academy, Old Guard

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Fri, 14 Aug 2020 15:26:49 +0000

This week, Ash and Matt are joined once again by Miellyn to talk Teenage Blob, Umbrella Academy S2, Old Guard, Babysitter’s Club, Halo delays, and much much more. There is also a very spirited debate regarding the power of the internet. Enjoy!

NEWS

Lando
Owl House
Mulan Comes to D+
Halo Delayed
The Last Blockbuster

REVIEWS

Old Guard
Umbrella Academy S2
Teenage Blob
I'll be Gone in the Dark
Babysitter's Club

Rated NA 355: Shipwrecked Comedy Returns

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 6 Aug 2020 14:20:13 +0000

Ash sits down to chat with Shipwrecked Comedy’s Sinéad Persaud, Mary Kate Wiles, Sarah Grace Hart, and Sean Persaud about digital content creation during the pandemic. The crew also answers listener questions and tell some behind-the-scenes stories about their projects.

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Rated NA 354: Amy Acker Returns (2020)

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Fri, 31 Jul 2020 20:15:57 +0000

Amy Acker returns to the show again to talk about her new independent short film, Outside, which is available now on YouTube. We also take some time to discuss life in quarantine and tackle a few listener questions as well. Enjoy!

Outside: https://youtu.be/35FwRjjp6YQ

Amy Acker Twitter: https://twitter.com/AmyAcker

Amy Acker IG:

https://www.instagram.com/theamyacker/

Rated NA 353: Dayeanne Hutton (Final Fantasy 7R, Motherland: Fort Salem, Resident Evil 3)

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Fri, 24 Apr 2020 16:08:38 +0000

Matt, Scott, Ash and guest host Dayeanne Hutton gather to talk Final Fantasy VII: Remake, Motherland: Fort Salem, Resident Evil 3: Remake, Outerworlds and more!

Check out Daye's podcast, Gaming & Gabbing as-well-as the trailer for Mystery Inc. where she stars as a modern day Velma!

Rated NA 352: Miellyn Barrows (Resident Evil 3: Remake, Animal Crossing: New Horizons, Schitt's Creek)

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 16 Apr 2020 15:30:26 +0000

Miellyn returns to talk Resident Evil 3: Remake, Animal Crossing: New Horizons and the finales of Schitt's Creek and Modern Family. Special music this week provided by the Pauses.

Rated NA 351: Quarantine with Tanika Anderson and Stevie Nicholson

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 9 Apr 2020 14:20:15 +0000

Ash chats with performers Tanika Anderson and Stevie Nicholson about Superdudes, Frozen the Musical, Hi-5 and staying creative during a strange and unusual time.

Rated NA 350: (Animal Crossing, Doom: Eternal, Ozark S3)

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Sat, 4 Apr 2020 01:44:39 +0000

Matt, Scott, and Ash reunite for the 350th episode of Rated NA to talk Animal Crossing: New Horizons, Doom: Eternal, Ozark S3, and life under quarantine?

Rated NA 349: Erin Yvette (Animal Crossing, Locke and Key, COD: Warzone)

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Fri, 27 Mar 2020 14:30:30 +0000

Guest host Erin Yvette (Afterparty, Oxenfree) joins Ash and Matt for a chat about Animal Crossing: New Horizons, Locke and Key, COD: Warzone as-well-as life in a strange new isolated world.

Rated NA 348 - Briana White

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Fri, 20 Mar 2020 14:47:20 +0000

We sit down with actor, host, and streamer Briana White for a chat about voicing Aerith in Final Fantasy 7-R, streaming and chasing your dreams during a turbulent time in human history.

Rated NA 347: Annihilation Almanac - The Spectacular Failures of Deef A'Dran

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 12 Mar 2020 15:21:42 +0000

Live from PAX: East 2020 – Part of the Annihilation Almanac, The Spectacular Failures of Deef A'Dran is the tale of a small purple alien who leaves his home to reach the planet of his dreams, along with a rough-and-tumble mink and a patch of sapient mold. Along the way, the three friends discover new species, escape prisons, explode planets, file taxes, and much more in this animated sci-fi comedy adventure. Story by: Matt Jeakle and Arthur Iula

Featuring the voices of Cissy Jones (Firewatch/Darksiders 3), Courtenay Taylor (Fallout 4/ Mass Effect 2), Sarah Elmaleh (Gone Home/ Anthem), Briana White (Final Fantasy 7R), and Larissa Galagher (Agents of Mayhem/ Astral Chain).

Rated NA 346: Annihilation Almanac - Adventurer's Guild Inc.

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Mon, 9 Mar 2020 14:02:34 +0000

Live from PAX: East 2020 – Part of the Annihilation Almanac, Adventurer's Guild Inc is a tale of a jealously and competition set in a world of fantasy, adventure and taverns. Story: Alyssa Louie

Rated NA 345: Annihilation Almanac - The Benefactor

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 3 Mar 2020 18:05:16 +0000

Live from PAX: East 2020 - Part of the Annihilation Almanac, The Benefactor is the story of three women who are offered a large sum on money to spend the night in an old mansion with no strings attached. Story: Ash Sevilla

Rated NA 344: Annihilation Almanac - Scene from a Spooky Fire Investigation Game that does not Exist

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 1 Oct 2019 16:12:11 +0000

Scene from a Spooky Fire Investigation Game that does not Exist: What evil and perils lurk within the flames? Join the fire team as they set out to save lives and discover the truth. Story: Ben Gelinas

Featuring the voices of Cissy Jones (Firewatch/Darksiders 3), Erin Yvette (Oxenfree/Wolf Among Us), Sarah Elmaleh (Gone Home/Anthem) and Krizia Bajos (Eliza/ League of Legends)

Rated NA 343: Annihilation Almanac - The Proposal

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 12 Sep 2019 14:02:16 +0000

The Proposal: Two adventurers traveling deeper into caves filled with unknown horrors.. and into each other's arms. Story: Aenne Schumann

Featuring the voices of Cissy Jones (Firewatch/Darksiders 3), Erin Yvette (Oxenfree/Wolf Among Us) and Sarah Elmaleh (Gone Home/Anthem)

Rated NA 342: Annihilation Almanac - Wake

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Fri, 6 Sep 2019 16:56:21 +0000

Featuring the voices of Cissy Jones (Firewatch/Darksiders 3), Erin Yvette (Oxenfree/Wolf Among Us), Sarah Elmaleh (Gone Home/Anthem) and Krizia Bajos (Eliza/ League of Legends)

Wake - A young American code cracker discovers something otherworldly after she is sent deep into Nazi occupied France in an attempt to locate her missing father. Story: Ash Sevilla

Rated NA 341: Gaming by color

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 22 Aug 2019 19:35:12 +0000

Special guest Erin Yvette joins Matt and Ash to talk Gaming by Color! Plus, Rebel Galaxy Outlaw, Forza Horizon 4 Lego Speed Champions, Glow, Euphoria, and Overwatch.

Rated NA 340: Can you hang?

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 13 Aug 2019 09:05:00 +0000

Scott, Ash, and Matt assemble to discuss Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3, Assassin's Creed Odyssey DLC, The Boys, Another Life, and Schitt's Creek. Thanks for sticking with us!

Rated NA 339: Dayeanne Hutton (Live from SDCC 2019)

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 30 Jul 2019 14:35:00 +0000

Live from SDCC 2019! Ash chats with friend of the podcast Dayeanne Hutton about streaming, acting, games and more!

Rated NA 338: Mary Kate Wiles and Sarah Grace Hart (Live from SDCC 2019)

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Mon, 29 Jul 2019 16:02:00 +0000

Ash chats with Mary Kate Wiles and Sarah Grace Hart of Shipwrecked Comedy at San Diego Comic-Con 2019 about the trials and tribulations of content creation, con memories, Alias, and more!

Rated NA 337: Markeia McCarty (Live from SDCC 2019)

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Fri, 26 Jul 2019 14:16:00 +0000

Live from SDCC 2019! Ash chats with friend of the podcast Markeia McCarty about comics, binge worthy T.V., the MCU, and con-life!

Rated NA 336: Trisha Hershberger (Live from SDCC 2019)

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 25 Jul 2019 16:58:00 +0000

A San Diego Comic-Con chat with Trisha Hershberger (Geek and Sundry, New Egg) about kids, cons, games and pizza!

Rated NA 335: E3 2019 Recap

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Fri, 14 Jun 2019 06:20:00 +0000

Ash, Matt, and Scott recap E3 2019 including Jedi Fallen Order, Cyberpunk 2077, Animal Crossing, Watch Dogs 3, and more!

Rated NA 334: Rat physics

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 6 Jun 2019 05:28:00 +0000

Ash, Scott, and Matt assemble to talk A Plague Tale, Rim of the World, Void Bastards, as well as E3 predictions and more!

Rated NA 333: Star Wars Celebration 2019 Live!

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 16 Apr 2019 10:00:00 +0000

Ash is joined by members of Fantha Tracks, Canon Cantina, and Galactic War Report live from Star Wars Celebration 2019! We Talk Star Wars: Episode IX, The Mandalorian, Clone Wars, Star Wars: Jedi Fallen Order, and more! -- Podcast Wheel of Death!

Rated NA 332: PAX East 2019 (part 2)

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Mon, 8 Apr 2019 04:34:00 +0000

Matt and Ash return for a recap of PAX East 2019 including Risk of Rain 2, Dead Cells Rise of the Giant, Anew: the Distant Light, and more!

Rated NA 331: PAX East 2019 (part 1)

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 3 Apr 2019 05:11:00 +0000

Ash and Matt dive into the games, news, and experiences of PAX East 2019 including Night School's After Party, Borderlands 3, Double Fine's RAD, Divinity: Fallen Heroes, and more!

Rated NA 330: Felicia Day Returns (Voyage to the Stars)

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Mon, 11 Feb 2019 15:48:00 +0000

Ash chats with Felicia Day about her new Podcast, Voyage to the Stars, parenthood, bodily fluids, and more! Voyage to the Stars is is about the misadventures of this group of misfits who accidentally find themselves on the wrong side of a wormhole. Their mission: try not to blow up the galaxy in their attempts to return home. Each alien planet they visit along the way is more outrageous than the last.

Rated NA 329: Our Favorites of 2018

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 26 Dec 2018 07:00:00 +0000

Matt, Scott, and Ash talk about some of their favorite games, shows, and movies of 2018

Rated NA 328: Due Date

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Sun, 16 Dec 2018 05:32:00 +0000

Matt, Scott, and Ash get into Super Smash Bros Ultimate, Thronebreaker: The Witcher Tales, CW Elseworlds, Fallout 76, Assassin's Creed Odyssey, and news from The Game Awards!

Rated NA 327: Just Clone Yourself

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Mon, 3 Dec 2018 06:57:00 +0000

Ash and Scott talk Assassin's Creed Odyssey, Ralph Brakes the Internet, Floor Kids, and Star Wars Galaxy of Adventures

Rated NA 326: Happy Holiday

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Sun, 25 Nov 2018 09:18:00 +0000

Scott and Ash talk Kingdom Rush Vengeance, Forza Horizon 4, Shovel Knight Treasure Trove ed., Armello, and Chilling Adventures of Sabrina.

Rated NA 325: Blizzcon 2018 / Disney +

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Mon, 12 Nov 2018 11:00:00 +0000

Ash, Matt, and Kate talk Blizzcon 2018, Star Wars (Cassian Andor), Disney + (Loki), Diablo Immortal, Overwatch's Ashe, Warcraft III Reforged, Destiny 2, SMOSH, and more!

RNA 324: Read Dead Redemption Two / Sabrina

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Mon, 5 Nov 2018 09:00:00 +0000

Ash and Matt talk Red Dead Redemption Two, The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina, Daredevil Season Three, No Man's Sky, MCU News, Tabbycat, new hardware news

RNA 323: 2018 Halloween Special

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Sun, 28 Oct 2018 20:10:00 +0000

Hosts Matt, Ash, and Erin talk Halloween 2018, The Haunting of Hill House, Susperia 2018, Speed Dating for Ghosts, The Return of the Obra Dinn, The Curious Creations of Christine Mcconnell and more! This week's music courtesy of Grave Danger.

Rated NA 322: Guest Host Erin Yvette

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Mon, 22 Oct 2018 17:57:00 +0000

Hosts Matt, Ash, and Erin talk Spiderman, Valkyria Chronicles IV, Forza Horizon IV, Door Kickers: Action Squad, and more! The gang also talks about recent industry woes, MCU info, and chats about your answers to the question of the week.

Rated NA 321: PAX West 2018 (Part 3) Cancelling the Apocalypse: The World is Totally on Fire!

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 26 Sep 2018 06:02:00 +0000

Join a group of industry vets and professional voice actors on stage for the return of the most apocalyptic panel ever created. In a highly-irradiated landscape ruled by misshapen mutants, five unlikely heroes gather to save the world… again. Canceling the Apocalypse is a live escape-room, choose-your-own adventure game created specifically for PAX West 2018, complete with role-playing, video game trivia, dice-rolling, time travel, complex math, and ample audience participation.

Featuring: Ash Sevilla [Host, Nerd Appropriate], Dayeanne Hutton [Life is Strange, Voice Actor], Kate Dollarhyde [Narrative Designer, Obsidian], Erin Yvette [Wolf Among Us / Oxenfree, Voice Actor], Kelly Wallick [Overlord / Founder, Indie MEGABOOTH], Sean Baptiste [Influencer Manager, Bethesda]

NOTE The audio levels are a bit wonky, but we were sort of at the mercy of the on-site mixer. Hang in there!

Rated NA 320: PAX West 2018 (Part 2)

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 12 Sep 2018 04:27:00 +0000

Matt, Ash, and Scott tackle Saturday @ PAX including BioWare's Anthem panel, Dreams, Killer Queen Black, Star Control Origins, and more!

Rated NA 319: PAX West 2018 (Part 1)

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Fri, 7 Sep 2018 05:08:00 +0000

Scott, Matt, and Ash hit the floor of PAX West 2018 and check out Division 2, Resident Evil 2, Blackout Club, Starlink, Rebel Galaxy: Outlaw and more! Special guest appearance by Dayeanne Hutton.

Rated NA 318: PAX West 2018 (Pre Show) aka Be prepared

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Mon, 27 Aug 2018 10:00:00 +0000

Ash and Scott talk some of the fun things happening at PAX: West 2018 as well as Dead Cells, Sleep Tight, We Happy Few, Mooseman, and more!

Rated NA 317: Mary Kate Wiles and Sean Persaud at SDCC 2018

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Mon, 6 Aug 2018 16:05:00 +0000

Ash sits down with Mary Kate Wiles and Sean Persaud to talk indie filmmaking, Buffer Festival, Tomb Raider, Spiderman and much much more!

Rated NA 316: Julie Nathanson at SDCC 2018

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Fri, 3 Aug 2018 08:07:00 +0000

Ash chats with actress Julie Nathanson about Far Cry 5, Suicide Squad, Avengers Assemble, World of Warcraft and more!

Rated NA 315: Dayeanne Hutton at SDCC 2018

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 2 Aug 2018 09:16:00 +0000

Ash and Matt talk to Dayeanne Hutton (Life is Strange) about voice acting, Harry Potter, streaming, teleportation, and more!

Rated NA 314: Markeia McCarty at SDCC 2018

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 1 Aug 2018 10:34:00 +0000

Ash chats with Markeia McCarty at SDCC 2018 about Luke Cage S2, Cloak and Dagger, Teen Titans Go to the Movies, chasing your dreams, and more!

Rated NA 313: Milana Vayntrub at SDCC 2018

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 31 Jul 2018 09:46:00 +0000

Ash sits down with Milana Vayntrub to talk Marvel: Rising, Squirrel Girl, Can't do Nothing, stand-up comedy, and more! (Recorded live at San Diego Comic-Con 2018)

Rated NA 312: Down, Down at SDCC 2018 (Part Two)

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Mon, 30 Jul 2018 07:13:00 +0000

Matt and Ash record live at SDCC (Saturday and Sunday) with talks on Deadly Class, Cloak and Dagger, Twin Peaks, The Magicians, and much much more!

Rated NA 311: Down, Down at SDCC 2018 (Part One)

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 25 Jul 2018 12:05:00 +0000

Matt and Ash record live at SDCC (Thurs and Friday) with talks on Marvel: Rising, Conan, Iron Fist Season Two, Bread Bad's 10 Year Reunion, Bob's Burgers, Venture Brothers, Dream Corps, LEGO DC Villians, Robot Chicken

Rated NA 310: Ash Man and the Scott

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Fri, 13 Jul 2018 05:06:00 +0000

Ash and Scott gather to talk Ant Man and the Wasp, Luke Cage S2, Don't Nod's Vampyre, Squids on the Nintendo Switch, MCU news and much much more!

Rated NA 309: E3 2018

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Fri, 15 Jun 2018 09:00:00 +0000

Matt, Scott and Ash talk E3 2018! The team discusses the big reveals from Sony, Microsoft, Bethesda, Square-Enix, Nintendo, EA and more!

Rated NA 308: Double Grandpa

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Fri, 1 Jun 2018 04:00:00 +0000

Matt and Ash gather to talk E3 2018 predictions! Also on this episode are reviews Deadpool 2, Solo, Marvel: Strike Force and much much more!

Rated NA 307: Two Snaps Up

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Mon, 14 May 2018 21:57:00 +0000

Matt and Ash gather to talk about everyone's favorite Mad Titan, Thanos! On this week's episode the gang talks Avengers: Infinity War, Fortnite (Thanos Mode), Lego Marvel Super Heroes 2 (Thanos DLC), new glasses by Gunnar Optiks, Florence, Hellblade, and more! *NOTE - Very sorry for the wonky audio on this episode. We had technical issues that we didn't catch until it was a bit too late.

Rated NA 306: Kamina Vincent (Florence)

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Mon, 30 Apr 2018 13:03:00 +0000

Ash and Matt talk to Kamina Vincent about Mountains, Florence, Drop Bears, New York Pizza, Severed Heads, and the sequel to Florence, Gary.

Rated NA 305: Erin Yvette (Live from PAX: East 2018)

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Mon, 23 Apr 2018 16:30:00 +0000

Ash and Matt talk to actress Erin Yvette (Oxenfree, Wolf Among Us, Walking Dead, Firewatch, Tales from the Borderlands) at PAX: East 2018!

Rated NA 304: PAX East 2018 (Part Three)

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 19 Apr 2018 16:26:00 +0000

Matt and Ash at PAX: East talk the big changes to the PAX dynamic as well as Donut County, Disco Elysium, Detroit: Become Human, City of the Shroud, Semblance, Can't Drive This, Coffense: Fight to the Last Drop, Just Shapes and Beats (Switch), Feyland, Bouncysmash, and more!

Rated NA 303: PAX East 2018 (Part Two)

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Mon, 16 Apr 2018 15:37:00 +0000

Live from PAX: East 2018! Matt and Ash talk Florence, Shape of the World, Primus Vita, Pillars of Eternity: Deadfire, Critical Role and more!

Rated NA 302: PAX East 2018 (Part One)

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Fri, 13 Apr 2018 02:42:00 +0000

PAX East 2018 (Part One): Matt and Ash gather at PAX: East 2018 to talk about a number of the great games and panels at this year's show as well as their incredibly uncomfortable hotel situation! Games and panels discussed during Part-One include: Due Process, Riverbond, Death Garden, Orientation Panel, Walking Dead Panel, and the Building Bridges and Breaking Barriers panel.

Rated NA 301: Coast to coast

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 21 Mar 2018 16:21:00 +0000

It's a gaming extravaganza as Scott and Ash talk Sea of Thieves, Assassin's Creed Origins, Hero Hunters, Rad Rogers, and Crowntakers!

Rated NA 300: Amy Acker Returns!

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 8 Mar 2018 10:00:00 +0000

Ash and Matt welcome back Amy Acker to the show to talk about Marvel's The Gifted, Person of Interest, Angel, and more. We also ask Amy a number of your listener questions from social media and talk about how much has changed since her first time on the show.

Rated NA 299: Fourteen dollars

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 28 Feb 2018 23:38:00 +0000

Matt and Ash get into Black Panther (spoilers at 30m), Everything Sucks (Netflix), Crossing Souls (game), and the latest from Big Giant Circles (music). Plus we catch up on what you've been watching and playing!

Rated NA 298: Future Robot Dad

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 13 Feb 2018 16:17:00 +0000

Matt and Ash gather to review Monster Hunter: World, Hero Academy 2, and Netflix’s Altered Carbon. Also this week they chat about the trailers for Han Solo, Deadpool 2, Jessica Jones S2, Venom, and Avengers: Infinity War. It’s a crazy week!

Rated NA 297: SSSniperWolf

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 6 Feb 2018 10:13:00 +0000

Ash sits down to talk with Lia Shelesh AKA SSSniperwolf about her new YouTube Red series, Ultimate Expedition as well her work ethic and a little game called Overwatch. Keen ears will notice the sound of the neighbor's wood-chipper in the distance.

Rated NA 296: Loosey Goosey

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 17 Jan 2018 23:56:00 +0000

We recap Shadow of War, MARVEL's Runaways, and the current arc of SHIELD. Plus news from Nintendo, Overwatch, and Xbox. Enjoy!

Rated NA 295: The Return of Marty Poopins

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 10 Jan 2018 11:02:00 +0000

Matt, Scott and Ash return after a long break to talk about all the things they're excited about in 2018! With reviews of Netflix's Bright, Destiny 2 on PC, Dark Matter, and a little game called PUBG. Also this week the gang takes a look at the things you, our listeners, are anticipating the most this year. Also... Marty Poopins.

Rated NA 294: He Who Shall Not Be Punned

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 20 Dec 2017 08:08:00 +0000

Matt and Scott find themselves Ashless, so they discuss where they've been. Big ups to our own Scott on his move and new job! Matt watched a play called Say Something Bunny (saysomethingbunny.com), Scott gives a 3 word Last Jedi review and Matt laments his pending iPhone X purchase. Then in the news, Nintendo Switch Sales, Disney Purchases, Oxenfree devs new game After Party, and the top searches of 2017. After that they review Middle Earth: Shadow of War, A Hat in Time, Godless, and Hand of Fate 2. All while missing their bud Ash.

Rated NA 293: Markeia McCarty and Marvel Movie News

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 5 Dec 2017 09:01:00 +0000

Ash sits down with Markeia McCarty from Marvel Movie News to talk about all things Marvel! (Guardians of the Galaxy, Avengers: Infinity War, Phase Four, Thunderbolts, The Punisher, Defenders, and more)

Rated NA 292: Sarah Rice

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Mon, 27 Nov 2017 08:57:00 +0000

Ash talks to Sarah Rice from the Braincandy Podcast and MTV about challenges, psychology, and phantom poopers.

Rated NA 291: Stranger Things and Cannonball Run

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Fri, 17 Nov 2017 10:05:00 +0000

Matt and Ash meet up to talk Stranger Things S2, Xbox One X, Cross Country Travel, Need for Speed Payback special edition headphones from Sennheiser, and that stupid loot box controversy.

Rated NA 290: Mari Takahashi

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Mon, 13 Nov 2017 10:00:00 +0000

Ash talks to Mari Takahashi from Smosh Games about Operation: Open World, Smosh, Gweneth Paltrow's head, and her amazing origin story.

Rated NA 289: Elevator Talk

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 18 Oct 2017 08:03:00 +0000

Matt, Scott, and Ash talk Cuphead, Life is Strange: Before the Storm, Bladerunner , Inhumans, and Marvel's the Gifted.

Rated NA 288: Tanika Anderson / You&mei

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 12 Oct 2017 09:43:00 +0000

We welcome Tanika Anderson back to the show to talk about You&mei, her new ethical clothing label that aims to educate and aid young women in Myanmar. "You&mei aims to open our eyes to not only the environmental and cultural destruction caused by “fast fashion” but also to the real-life living conditions of these girls in a country that is still very much an unknown to the vast majority of the world."

Rated NA 287: Super RatedNA Classic Edition

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 5 Oct 2017 09:00:00 +0000

Hosts: Ash, Scott, and Matt return to discuss the SNES Classic, The Orville, Iron Marines, Life is Strange BTS, and Ticket to Earth ch2. Plus news and notes on Red Dead 2, SHIELD, Games with Gold, and Twitch Con.

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Rated NA 286: We are still here

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 20 Sep 2017 16:01:00 +0000

Hosts: Scott and Matt talk about Apple, Star Wars, South Park and more in our ever-popular ASH-less chats series. We also dive into the games, Agents of Mayhem, Iron Marines, and >observer_

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Rated NA 285: Live from PAX West 2017 - PAX Orientation aka How to PAX

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 14 Sep 2017 19:14:00 +0000

New to PAX? Don't know a lot of people? Have questions? Come hang out and meet new friends at this fun, inclusive panel / mixer designed to make connections and help you feel welcome. We'll share our stories and advice on how to PAX, provide name tags, and lead a fun icebreaker designed to help get you talking. Come meet other gamers and make friends for the weekend… or maybe even for life! (Recorded LIVE at PAX West 2017)

Panelists:
Miellyn Fitzwater Barrows [Creative Director, Gorgeous Robot], Ash Sevilla [Community Manager, Nerd Appropriate], Glenn White [Director, Marketing Tech, EA], Amanda Erickson [Community Producer, SMITE, HiRez Studios], Kate Dollarhyde [Narrative Designer, Obsidian Entertainment]

Rated NA 284: Live From PAX: West 2017 - Playing Some Games!

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Sun, 10 Sep 2017 02:24:00 +0000

Ash sits down with friend of the Podcast, Kate Dollarhyde to talk about Donut County, Tiny Metal, The Amazing Eternals, The Ruiner, Smash T.V., Marvel Vs. Capcom: Infinite, and Overwatch.

Rated NA 283: Good Game With Michele Morrow and Jesse Cox at PAX: West 2017

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Sat, 9 Sep 2017 03:28:00 +0000

Ash sits down with Michele Morrow and Jesse Cox at PAX: West 2017 to talk Good Game, teaching history, working with Dan Harmon and the adventures of creating a truly funny scripted series about the world of E-Sports.

Rated NA 282: Origin Stories II (D.I.Y. or Die Trying) - Live From PAX: West 2017

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Fri, 8 Sep 2017 01:52:00 +0000

The Origin Stories panel returns to PAX West with some brand-new tales of success, sacrifice, and humiliating defeat. Join a group of developers, award-winning voice actors, content creators, and industry vets to hear the very true and somewhat harrowing tales of how they wrote, cosplayed, and sweet-talked their way into their respective careers in the video game industry. After all, if someone won't hand you your dream job, you may just have to do it yourself.

Ash Sevilla [Host / Community Manager, Nerd Appropriate], Amanda Erickson [Community Producer, Hi-Rez Studios], Kate Dollarhyde [Narrative Designer, Obsidian Entertainment], Cissy Jones [Voice Actor, Firewatch / Walking Dead], Abbie Heppe [Communications Manager, Media Molecule], Kelly Wallick [Founder / Overlord, Indie MEGABOOTH]

Rated NA 281: We Haven't Lost the Mojo

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 22 Aug 2017 09:03:00 +0000

Matt, Ash, and Scott catch up between SDCC and PAX West to talk Agents of Mayhem, Titanfall Assault (mobile), Fable Fortune (preview), Tacoma, and Icarus (documentary).

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Rated NA Special: Watcher in the Woods (Melissa Joan Hart) at San Diego Comic-Con 2017

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 10 Aug 2017 09:00:00 +0000

Ash talks to EP/director/explainer of it all Melissa Joan Hart at SDCC 2017 about the New Watcher in Woods, alongside writer Scott Abbott, associate producer Andrew Gernhard, and producer Paula Hart.

Rated NA Special: Marissa Meyer at SDCC 2017

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 9 Aug 2017 09:00:00 +0000

Guest hosts Melissa and Christina talk to NYT Bestselling Author, Marissa Meyer about her new book, Renegades as well as the Lunar Chronicles and more.

Rated NA Special: Leigh Bardugo at SDCC 2017

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 8 Aug 2017 09:00:00 +0000

Guest hosts Christina and Melissa talk to Leigh Bardugo, the #1 New York Times bestselling and USA Today bestselling author of Six of Crows, Crooked Kingdom, the Grisha Trilogy, and the upcoming Wonder Woman: Warbringer.

Rated NA Special: Cissy Jones at SDCC 2017

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Mon, 7 Aug 2017 09:00:00 +0000

Ash and Matt join Bafta Award winning voice actress (and our pal) Cissy Jones at San Diego Comic-Con 2017 for a fun chat about voice acting, strange super powers and Comic-Con survival.

Rated NA Special: Shipwrecked Comedy at SDCC 2017

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Fri, 4 Aug 2017 08:00:00 +0000

Ash talks with MK Wiles, Sinead Persaud, and Sean Persaud who make up 3/4ths of Shipwrecked Comedy at SDCC 2017 about The Case of the Gilded Lily their latest short film. The gang also answers questions about bizarre super powers, Kickstarter, and if Sean and Sinead are indeed twins. This also marks MK's 4th appearance on the show, she is now one step closer to the coveted Rated NA Jacket.

Rated NA Special: Brea Grant at SDCC 2017

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 3 Aug 2017 09:00:00 +0000

Ash joins one of our favorite guests, actor, writer, director, and podcaster Brea Grant at San Diego Comic-Con 2017 to talk about her new podcast Reading Glasses, Beyond the Gates, terrible super hero powers, and her secret job helping animals.

Rated NA 280: The SDCC 2017 experience (part 1)

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Fri, 28 Jul 2017 02:29:00 +0000

Ash and Matt recap the SDCC 2017 experience including reports on Twin Peaks, Inhumans, Timeless, Defenders, Voltron and more!

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Rated NA 279: Carolina Ravassa

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Mon, 17 Jul 2017 23:48:00 +0000

This week we're joined by Carolina Ravassa who voices everyone's favorite hacker, Sombra, in Blizzard's Overwatch. We talk about her latest web video, con adventures, and her site: Hispanglosaxon

Carolina on Twitter

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Rated NA 278: Beat to completion

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 5 Jul 2017 18:54:00 +0000

Hosts: Matt, Scott, and Ash -- Ash watches 13 Reasons Why, Scott and Matt watch Master of None S2, and Scott finishes Mass Effect Andromeda and has some thoughts (spoiler free-ish).

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Rated NA 277: Roundhouse Explains it All

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 28 Jun 2017 15:58:00 +0000

Scott, Ash, and Matt: There's the Super Nintendo Classic, and trouble with the Han Solo movie... but we decide to talk about early '90s TV instead! Also, reviews of Glow (Netflix) and Resident Evil: Vendetta (Film).

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Rated NA 276: E3 2017

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Fri, 16 Jun 2017 15:00:00 +0000

Hosts: Scott, Matt, and Ash. Haven't had enough of the Electronics Entertainment Expo in your ear-holes this week? Don't worry, we have you covered! This week we talk about the biggest hardware and software announcements from, Microsoft, Sony, EA, Bethesda, and Ubisoft at this year's E3.

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Rated NA 275: Mary Kate Wiles and the Case of the Gilded Lily

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 15 Jun 2017 00:12:00 +0000

Hosts: Ash, Scott, and Matt. Actress and producer, Mary Kate Wiles returns to the show to talk about her latest production, the Case of the Gilded Lily, a noir comedy now on Kickstarter! You may remember Mary Kate from the Lizzy Bennet Diaries, I Ship It, Shipwrecked Comedy’s Poe Party and so much more. Also on this show, Mary Kate answers some all-new lightning round questions. Can she survive her third appearance on Rated NA and walk away with the coveted Rated NA Jacket?

The Case of the Gilded Lily (Kickstarter)

Shipwrecked Comedy (Home)

Mary Kate Wiles (Twitter)

Rated NA 274: Not What it Seems

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 6 Jun 2017 18:44:00 +0000

Scott and Ash head to Orlando Megacon, watch Twin Peaks, and play The Surge, Injustice 2, and Embers of Mirrim!

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Rated NA 273: Fryda Wolff

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 25 May 2017 19:02:00 +0000

Hosts Ash and Matt interview Fryda Wolff. Voice Actress who plays Sara Ryder in Mass Effect: Andromeda.
We chat about Alien: Covenant, what it was like to record Mass Effect and some great information about voice acting and the business around it.

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Rated NA 272: The Classics

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 11 May 2017 01:21:00 +0000

This week Ash and Scott gather around their mics to talk Iron Fist on Netflix, Bethesda's Prey, and Dawn of War III from Relic and SEGA. If you're itching for some news, the team digs into the future(?) of the Mass Effect franchise, Fall T.V. cancellations, and this month's Games With Gold.

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Rated NA 271: Tanika Anderson and Stevie Nicholson

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 2 May 2017 16:00:00 +0000

This week, Ash talked to the uber talented Tanika Anderson and Stevie Nicholson, formerly of the Australian kid's entertainment show, Hi-5. Tanika and Stevie radioed in all the way from Sydney Australia to chat about the wild world of children's entertainment as well as their upcoming projects and adventures. If you're at all a fan of creative people doing creative things, you won't want to miss this one.

Stevie's Super Dudes: http://www.superdudesworld.com/

Tanika's You&Mei: https://www.youmeilabel.com

High Five: http://www.nickjr.com.au/hi-5-house/

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Rated NA 270: Star Wars Celebration post-show

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 25 Apr 2017 00:28:00 +0000

Scott, Ash, and Matt discuss all the news and rumors from Star Wars Celebration 2017 including The Last Jedi, Battlefront II, Rebels, Forces of Destiny, and more!

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Rated NA 269: Live from Star Wars Celebration 2017 !

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 18 Apr 2017 01:29:00 +0000

On this very special episode of the Rated NA Podcast, Scott and Ash talk nothing but Star Wars! That's right, this episode Is coming your way straight from the podcast stage of Star Wars Celebration 2017. Strap in for the latest Star Wars news, rumors, video games and speculation.

Special thanks to Nerf Herder for the use of "I'm the Droid (You're Looking For)", which is available on their latest album, Rockingham; also thanks to Chris Gore and Pod Crash for giving us some extra time during our live show.

Rated NA 268: Not too funny Old Gus

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 12 Apr 2017 03:00:00 +0000

Ash, Scott, and Matt talk more about Mass Effect Andromeda, review Snake Pass (console/PC) and Ticket to Earth (mobile), and get hyped for Star Wars Celebration!

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Rated NA 267: The Elcor in the room

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 5 Apr 2017 15:07:00 +0000

Ash and Scott get into the early hours of Mass Effect Andromeda, preview Rain World, talk S-Town, and make a fun announcement regarding Star Wars Celebration!

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Rated NA 266: Scramblevision

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 21 Mar 2017 15:07:00 +0000

Hosts: Matt, Scott, and Ash. We take a look at the Mass Effect Andromeda early access trial. Plus, Star Wars Rebels / Rogue One , Love (Netflix), and the World of Darkness.

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Rated NA 265: PAX East 2017 (part 3)

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Sun, 12 Mar 2017 20:32:00 +0000

Hosts: Scott, Matt and Ash recap the final day of gaming at PAX including Snipper Clips (Nintendo Switch), Battle Breakers, Serial Cleaner and more!

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Rated NA 264: PAX East 2017 (part 2)

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Sun, 12 Mar 2017 03:03:00 +0000

Hosts: Ash, Scott, and Matt tackle the PAX Expo floor to check out Crossing Souls, Hand of Fate 2, Snake Pass and more!

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Rated NA 263: PAX East 2017 (part 1)

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Sat, 11 Mar 2017 02:32:00 +0000

Hosts Scott, Matt ,and Ash recap Thursday and Friday of PAX East 2017, including Mass Effect Andromeda.

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Rated NA 262: Logan's run

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Mon, 6 Mar 2017 15:18:00 +0000

Hosts: Matt, Scott, and Ash see Logan (SPOILERS at end of show), and give early impressions of Horizon: Zero Dawn, and The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild

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Rated NA 261: Bad Dudes

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 1 Mar 2017 02:54:00 +0000

Hosts: Scott, Matt, and Ash. We review The Inner World (Xbox), talk about the Ghost Recon Wildlands beta, plus news on Mass Effect Andromeda and Overwatch

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Rated NA 260: The Interloper

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 23 Feb 2017 15:50:00 +0000

Matt, Scott, and Ash get aboard the Mass Effect Andromeda hype train. We also look at Dungeon Rushers (iOS), Trulon: The Shadow Engine (Xbox), Legion (TV), and Agents of SHIELD (spoiler alert!).

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Rated NA 259: A Great Summoner

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 16 Feb 2017 01:27:00 +0000

Matt, Scott, and Ash check out Fire Emblem Heroes, NBC's Powerless, Santa Clarita Diet, and Abstract: The Art of Design.

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Rated NA 258: The Long Piece

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 7 Feb 2017 15:34:00 +0000

Matt, Scott and Ash get into the For Honor beta experience, review Toby: The Secret Mine, talk Resident Evil: The Final Chapter, and watch Riverdale and the Expanse (S2).

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Rated NA 257: What's this Switch do?

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 24 Jan 2017 00:42:00 +0000

Hosts Scott, Matt, and Ash recap the Nintendo Switch news, get back into SHIELD, and talk about what to do with General Leia in Star Wars Episode 9 in the NAQOTW.

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Rated NA 256: In the year 2017

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 18 Jan 2017 19:00:00 +0000

Hosts Matt, Scott and Ash: This episode brings you the list of things we are most looking forward to in the coming year. Movies, games, and TV. You'll hear us talk about Star Wars, Netflix, a certain little game called Mass Effect: Andromeda and if the gods look favorably upon us, we may even get some new Red Dead this year. We have a special guest late in the episode and close it out with some warm thoughts from us to you.

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Rated NA 255: The Best of 2016

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 4 Jan 2017 02:29:00 +0000

Hosts: Ash, Scott, and Matt discuss personal favorites from games, music, tv, film, and snacks in 2016!

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Rated NA: We need to talk Rogue One, A Star Wars Story

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 27 Dec 2016 00:15:00 +0000

Hosts: Scott, Ash, and Matt - Welcome to "We Need to Talk" our standalone long-form discussion series. This episode is dedicated to SPOILERFUL talk about Rogue One, A Star Wars Story. Enjoy! (Recorded Dec 23, 2016)

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Rated NA 254: Rogue Run

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 21 Dec 2016 00:23:00 +0000

Scott, Matt, and Ash see Star Wars Rogue One and play Super Mario Run. Plus we wrap up Telltale's Batman Season 1, and talk about some of next year's big films.

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Rated NA 253: Squat Goblins

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 14 Dec 2016 00:39:00 +0000

Hosts: Matt, Ash, and Scott talk about the MCU, review in progress of Telltale's Batman series, huge updates to Orcs Must Die Unchained, and a preview of book 6 of The Expanse!

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Rated NA 252: Fruitbooter

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 29 Nov 2016 01:32:00 +0000

Hosts: Matt, Scott, and Ash review Headlander (Xbox One), Doctor Strange, and Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them. Plus we talk to Nick Pettit about Neptune Flux, and all of the work that goes into launching an indie VR game.

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Rated NA 251: Next Stop, Andromeda

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 15 Nov 2016 01:12:00 +0000

Hosts: Ash and Scott -- We check out Titanfall 2, Ginger Beyond the Crystal, and Toy Odyssey. Plus Xbox news, a BlizzCon recap, and N7 Day!

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Rated NA 250: Felicia Day

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Fri, 4 Nov 2016 19:00:00 +0000

Hosts: Scott, Ash, and Matt: It’s time to celebrate six years and 250 episodes of the Rated NA Podcast with special guest Felicia Day! We sat with Felicia to talk inspiration, creativity, her novel You’re Never Weird on the Internet (Almost) and all things Con Man. After our chat we also we also take some time to answer your questions about the show, our lives and how we keep this wacky podcast train a rollin’. We hope you enjoy and we look forward to 250 more! Thank you so much for six great years and for being part of our growing family.

Con Man: The Game on iOS

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Rated NA 249: Spooktacular!

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 26 Oct 2016 02:54:00 +0000

Hosts: Matt, Scott, and Ash. Halloween is here, so we get into spooky games including Virginia, The Bunker, and Hello Neighbor. Plus we take a look at Victor Frankenstein, The Greasy Strangler, the Raiders! documentary, and the Nintendo Switch. Finally, you tell us about the things that scare you the most!

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Rated NA 248: Fantastic beaks

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Sun, 16 Oct 2016 23:24:00 +0000

Hosts: Matt, Scott and Ash: Holiday game season is here! We have reviews of Gears of War 4, Forza Horizon 3, and Luke Cage (Netflix). Plus, The Final Station and Oceanhorn. Plus, all the things you are most excited for this fall in our NAQOTW!

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Rated NA 247: Hannah Telle

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 5 Oct 2016 00:46:00 +0000

Hosts: Scott, Ash, and Matt: We welcome Hannah Telle back to the show to talk about her new full-length album, Hollow Glow. We get into music as an outlet and also talk a little Life is Strange. Featuring fan questions from the LiS community, thank you!

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Rated NA 246: Full disclosure

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Sat, 17 Sep 2016 02:14:00 +0000

Hosts: Scott, Matt and Ash: Early looks at Deus Ex: Mankind Divided, NBA 2k17 The Prelude, and World of Warcraft Legion. Plus discussion about the new iPhone and mid-cycle console hardware including PS4 Pro and Slim.

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Rated NA 245: PAX West 2016 - Epilogue

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 14 Sep 2016 01:05:00 +0000

Hosts: Ash, Matt, and Scott -- Ash returns from PAX West 2016 to bring us all the news of what he saw and played!

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Rated NA 244: Live from PAX West 2016

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 8 Sep 2016 00:33:00 +0000

Ash plays games, battles allergies, and is visited by the Guests of PAX-es Past, Present, and Future as he takes you on a journey through the PAX West 2016 experience. Thanks to Amy Potter, Nate Hales, and Miellyn Fitzwater Barrows for stopping by the show!

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Rated NA 243: They're all laughing at us

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 30 Aug 2016 23:15:00 +0000

Hosts - Scott, Matt , & Ash: We take a look at the Titanfall 2 technical test, Deus Ex Go on mobile, The Tick reboot, and Armikrog from Doug TenNapel! Plus all the news and nonsense.

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Rated NA Interview: Mary Kate Wiles @ GeekyCon 2016

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Sat, 20 Aug 2016 02:11:00 +0000

Ash catches up with actress, Mary Kate Wiles at GeekyCon to talk about the upcoming comedy web series, Edgar Allan Poe's Murder Mystery Dinner Party, starting August 22nd!

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Rated NA 242: Always Strive for Simplicity

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Fri, 19 Aug 2016 01:45:00 +0000

Hosts: Matt, Scott, and Ash. Early looks at Batman: The Telltale Series Episode 1 and Mr. Robot: 1.51exfiltrati0n. Plus news and highlights from Gamescom and all of the usual shenanigans.

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Rated NA 241: Layers of Lairs

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Fri, 12 Aug 2016 01:33:00 +0000

Hosts: Matt, Scott, & Ash -- We talk Suicide Squad, No Man's Sky hype, the psychedelic horror game Layers of Fear, and the film Don't Think Twice from Mike Birbiglia.

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Rated NA Interview: Cissy Jones @ SDCC 2016

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Sun, 7 Aug 2016 03:24:00 +0000

Ash and Matt catch up with voice actress, Cissy Jones outside of San Diego Comic Con 2016.

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Rated NA Interview: Ashley Eckstein (Her Universe) and Jennifer Tisdale @ SDCC 2016

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Sun, 7 Aug 2016 01:12:00 +0000

Ash joins a roundtable interview with Her Universe creator Ashley Eckstein and producer Jennifer Tisdale !

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Rated NA Interview: Ann Foley @ SDCC 2016

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Sun, 7 Aug 2016 00:55:00 +0000

Ash and Matt catch up with Ann Foley, costume designer for MARVEL's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. to talk season 3 and our lightning round convention questions!

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Rated NA Interview: Julia Voth @ SDCC 2016

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 2 Aug 2016 01:14:00 +0000

Ash meets up with actress Julia Voth (Resident Evil, Bitch Slap, Package Deal) in the busy halls of San Diego Comic-Con 2016

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Rated NA Interview: Hannah Telle @ SDCC 2016

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 2 Aug 2016 01:11:00 +0000

Ash and Matt catch up with actress Hannah Telle (Life is Strange, Flesh and Blood, Murdered Soul Suspect) at San Diego Comic-Con 2016

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Rated NA 240: Live from Comic-Con 2016

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Fri, 29 Jul 2016 00:37:00 +0000

Hosts: Matt and Ash: Daily recaps and interview previews as Ash and Matt take you on a journey through the SDCC 2016 experience!

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Rated NA 239: Copy Pasta

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Fri, 15 Jul 2016 23:36:00 +0000

Hosts: Matt, Scott, and Ash: Ash tries Pokemon GO, Matt watches Swiss Army Man, and Scott plays Out There Chronicles (mobile) and Dex (Xbox One). Our pal Kate Dollarhyde wrote a thing, find it in the June issue of Lamplight Magazine!

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Rated NA 238: Game pile of shame

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 7 Jul 2016 01:55:00 +0000

Hosts: Matt, Scott, and Ash: We review Inside (XB1) and Brain Dead (TV). News about competitive gaming and game sales. Finally you tell us what is buried deep in your gaming backlog.

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Rated NA 237: Squeaky Clean

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Fri, 24 Jun 2016 00:25:00 +0000

Ash and Scott host: We take a closer look at Overwatch, Mirror's Edge Catalyst, and explore the emotional puzzler In Between. Plus, you tell us what got you most hyped from last week's E3.

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Rated NA 236: E3 2016

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 15 Jun 2016 02:03:00 +0000

Hosts: Scott, Ash, and Matt -- The gang recaps and reacts to E3 2016 !

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Rated NA 235: Pre-E3 2016

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 9 Jun 2016 23:27:00 +0000

Hosts: Scott and Ash -- We take a look at Mirror's Edge Catalyst, discuss pre-E3 leaks, and look ahead to E3 2016 !

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Rated NA 234: Poop Foot

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 2 Jun 2016 02:17:00 +0000

Hosts: Matt, Scott, and Ash -- Ash returns from his walkabout to discuss Overwatch, Battleborn, and Quantum Break. Also, E3 predictions, Lady Dynamite, and Debate Wars. Finally, we catch up with you in our NAQOTW.

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Rated NA 233: Ashless Chats Redux

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 19 May 2016 01:44:00 +0000

Hosts: Matt and Scott: Its the box o' topics including a new Star Wars novel, the Assassin's Creed movie trailer, Rise of the Tomb Raider, MUSIC talk and more!

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Rated NA 232: Nostalgia

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 5 May 2016 00:54:00 +0000

Hosts: Ash, Scott, and Kate: We get into the betas for Gears of War 4 and Mirror's Edge Catalyst. Plus, a surprise appearance by Kate Dollarhyde, and your IP crossover dreams in our NAQOTW!

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Rated NA 231: Jewel Staite

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 28 Apr 2016 16:01:00 +0000

Hosts: Ash and Scott: We are excited to welcome Jewel Staite to the show to talk about the the comedy, "How to Plan an Orgy in a Small Town", coming to theaters and VOD on May 13th ! Plus origin stories and our ever popular lightning round questions!

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Rated NA 230: The Up and Down

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 21 Apr 2016 01:23:00 +0000

Hosts: Matt, Ash, and Scott: Orphan Black is back, and Red Dead 2 leaks. Plus MCU, new console hardware, Battleborn impressions, and Rita Repulsa! We talk about your thoughts on new console hardware in our NAQOTW.

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Rated NA 229: Dollarsigns

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 13 Apr 2016 16:42:00 +0000

Hosts: Matt, Ash, and Scott: The Battleborn beta is here, plus trailers for Rogue One, Gears 4, and Titanfall 2. In our NAQOTW we ask you what annoys you most about your beloved games.

Also, check out the Make it So-So Podcast about the "not so good" episodes of Star Trek!

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Rated NA 228: We live in a world

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 7 Apr 2016 16:51:00 +0000

Hosts: Ash, Scott, and Matt: Star Wars The Force Awakens is back! Plus, what to expect in the latest Division update, and Marvel news. Would you tackle your worst fears in VR? We find out in the NAQOTW.

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Rated NA 227: Everywhere you look

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 30 Mar 2016 23:07:00 +0000

Hosts: Ash, Scott, and Matt: We get into the weeds with The Division, plus spoiler free talk about Daredevil S2, and we discuss (argue about?) virtual reality. NAQOTW is back too, and you tell us what IP you'd like to see get the "Netflix treatment".

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Rated NA 226: Cissy Jones

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 23 Mar 2016 16:01:00 +0000

Hosts: Ash, Scott, and Matt: We welcome Cissy Jones (@cissyspeaks) to the podcast, hot off her performance in Firewatch (see what I did there). We also talk about her work in Telltale's Walking Dead series, have too much fun in the lightning round, and learn how the Simpsons led Sissy to a career in voice acting. She's super fun.

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Rated NA 225: Rahul Kohli

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 17 Mar 2016 08:21:00 +0000

Hosts: Ash, Scott, and Matt: We're joined this week by Rahul Kohli, who plays everyone's favorite forensic pathologist Ravi on The CW's hit series iZombie. Tune in to hear all about the games he loves, his insane origin story and so much more! Oh yeah, make sure you stick around for Rahul's lightning round answers, because they're pretty incredible.

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Rated NA 224: So Emojional

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Mon, 7 Mar 2016 00:22:00 +0000

Hosts: Scott, Matt, and Ash We talk Firewatch, The Culling, and Rare Replay. Plus, Blood Alloy, new Mi-Clos games, the Last Maharaja DLC for AC Syndicate, and your emojis?!

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Rated NA 223: Mary Kate Wiles

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 2 Mar 2016 14:00:00 +0000

Hosts: Ash, Scott, and Matt. We welcome actress Mary Kate Wiles to the show to talk about Edgar Allan Poe's Murder Mystery Dinner Party, Spies are Forever, Lord of the Rings, and more!

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Rated NA 222: Finger Quotes

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 24 Feb 2016 00:39:00 +0000

Hosts: Ash, Scott, and Matt We talk Deadpool, initial thoughts on Street Fighter V, and one more go at The Division beta. Plus Unravel, Marvel's Most Wanted, and moar XCOM 2.

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Rated NA 221: Tidbits

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 16 Feb 2016 23:55:00 +0000

Hosts: Ash, Scott, and Matt. Ash gets into X-Com 2, Matt talks movies, and Scott can't stop playing Hand of Fate. Plus, your thoughts on superhero films in our NAQOTW.

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Rated NA 220: Life is Strange with Hannah Telle

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 10 Feb 2016 20:00:00 +0000

Hosts: Ash, Scott, and Matt. We welcome Hannah Telle, voice of Max from DONTNOD's Life is Strange, to the show to talk about voice acting, origin stories, and music.

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Rated NA 219: Thrifty Fix

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Sat, 6 Feb 2016 01:36:00 +0000

Hosts: Matt, Scott, & Ash: Our experience in the Division beta... and we just make up the rest. We talk headphones, Criminal Podcast, Ori and the Blind Forest, Pocket Mortys and more!

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Rated NA 218: The golden age of butts

Wed, 20 Jan 2016 19:10:00 +0000

Hosts: Ash, Matt and Kate: Our pal, Kate drops by to chat. We talk Cloverfield, The Division, EA Access, Jessica Jones, Punisher, SyFy and more!

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Rated NA 217: Podcast Theapy

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 13 Jan 2016 15:00:00 +0000

Hosts: Matt, Ash, and Scott - The gang is back... again. We catch up on the past few months including talk about Star Wars The Force Awakens, Assassin's Creed Syndicate, The Expanse, and all the nonsense you've come to expect from us. Thanks for sticking with it!

Rated NA 216: Alien Superstructure

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 12 Nov 2015 17:30:00 +0000

Hosts Ash, Matt and Kate
SO MUCH TO COVER! We're back...almost. Today we talk about what the heck we've been up to for the past few months. Chat about N7 day, conspiracy theories surrounding Star Wars and Batman V Superman and finally Alien Superstructures. Don't worry tangents abound through out. For reviews we talk about Until Dawn on the PS4, Halo 5, Rebel Galaxy, Fall TV (and the surprise hit we both love), Skyshine's Bedlam and Rock Band 4. In our NAQOTW we ask you what you have been up to. Happy to be back, hope you enjoy!

Rated NA 215: Origin Stories panel @ PAX Prime 2015

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 9 Sep 2015 15:38:00 +0000

[Recorded at PAX Prime 2015] Host: Ash -- People ask all the time: how did you get that job in games? Well, for this group, the answers are convoluted and, often, completely nuts. From meeting a friend through our mom's writer's groups to creating videogame-inspired outfits, follow our wild, weird paths into games. Maybe you'll get inspired to find your own random way in.

Panelists: Miellyn Fitzwater Barrows [Creative Director, Gorgeous Robot], Ash Sevilla [Community Manager, n-Space], Sean Baptiste [Product Marketing Manager, Adult Swim], Jessa Brezinski [Product Manager, Harmonix], Laura Bailey [Voice actor], Ben Britten [Technical Director, Mighty Games]

Rated NA 214: PAX Prime 2015 Day Three!

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Fri, 4 Sep 2015 15:34:00 +0000

Matt and Scott are joined by Kate Dollarhyde to wrap up their last day of PAX Prime 2015. We get a peek at Guitar Hero Live and visit Adult Swim Games to play Ray's the Dead, Katana Zero, and Rain World. Also, Indie Megabooth, Moon Hunters, Below, Tumblestone, Mini Metro, Together: Amna and Saif, Dragon Age Inquisition, and the BTA/Can't Talk Party.

Rated NA 213: PAX Prime 2015 Day Two!

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Sun, 30 Aug 2015 13:00:00 +0000

Matt and Scott travel around downtown Seattle for Day 2 of PAX. We played Gigantic, went to a Sword Coast Legends panel, played Banner Saga 2, Skyshine's Bedlam, and Adventures of Pip. Finally, we went to an Origin Stories panel with our pals, Ash, Miellyn, Jessa, Sean, Ben, and Laura Bailey.

Rated NA 212: PAX Prime 2015 Day One!

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Fri, 28 Aug 2015 14:00:00 +0000

Hosts Matt and Scott hit Seattle for day 1 of PAX Prime 2015. After the bi-annual NAPPP off of Post Alley they climbed out of their hotel room Friday morning and headed to the Con floor. They played Tom Clancy's The Division, Mirror's Edge and Rock Band 4 and this was before the general population came in. Scott then head off to pay Assassin's Creed Syndicate. They met back up and checked out the quirky indie Detective Story Kona as well as the new dungeon crawler Necropolis. After that they wandered over to Corpse of Discovery a new exploration game with a narrative twist. Finally they closed it out hanging out with Ash at Sword Coast Legends. The new D&D video game that Ash is community managing. We sound tired because we are! And it's only day one.

Rated NA 211: Return of Ashless Chats

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Fri, 7 Aug 2015 20:34:00 +0000

Scott returns to talk with Matt about Gamescom (Xbox, Quantum Break, and Dragon Age Inquisition: The Descent), the new Deadpool Trailer, and Nemesis Games (Expanse Book 5). Also, random discussions about Jupiter Ascending, True Detective, Astronaut Wives Club, the Martian, and So Many Me.

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Rated NA 210: ANARCHY IN THE NA

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 30 Jul 2015 16:00:00 +0000

Matt and Ash have Kate Dollarhyde (@keightdee) on the show to talk the latest news with Netflix, Ouya and Razer...which incidentally sounds like a bad guy duo from TMNT, and HBO on Verizon. In the reviews they talk about Ant Man and spoiling the living crap out of Batman Arkham Knight. Don't worry there are warning sounds a plenty before the spoilers begin. Also see if you can see the exact moment we realized Scott was away! It's a fun game!

Rated NA: Ann Foley from Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Live from San Diego Comic Con 2015

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Fri, 24 Jul 2015 16:00:00 +0000

Hosts Matt and Ash send you to San Diego Comic Con 2015 where Ash sits down with Ann Foley the costume designer for ABC's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. They chat about everything from being in the hallowed Marvel Booth at the Con to what her motivations are for the costuming of the show to what's coming up next season.

Rated NA: Bryan Cranston and the Cast and Creators of Supermansion Live at San Diego Comic Con 2015

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 23 Jul 2015 16:00:00 +0000

Hosts Ash and Matt take you to an interview conducted by Ash live at San Diego Comic Con 2015. This time we talk to the cast and creators of Supermansion the new take on aging superheroes who live in a mansion together. The latest idea from the creators of Robot Chicken. The interview kicks off with Bryan Cranston, who you may know from Breaking Bad among many other credits and Jillian Bell the hilarious "Jillian" on Workaholics. The interview closes out with Matthew Seinrich Co-Creator of Robot Chicken and Robot Chicken writer Zeb Wells .

Rated NA: Live with the authors of The Expanse at San Diego Comic Con 2015

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 22 Jul 2015 16:00:00 +0000

Hosts Matt and Ash come to you live from San Diego Comic Con 2015 with the authors of The Expanse. The fantastic book series and soon to be hit TV show on Syfy coming this December. We learn about their origin, where they came up with the Expanse and what it's like to prepare for a TV show.

Rated NA: Live with Milana Vayntrub from San Diego Comic Con 2015

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 21 Jul 2015 16:00:00 +0000

Hosts Matt and Ash sit down in a bowling alley (first time!) to talk with Milana Vayntrub live from San Diego Comic Con 2015. We talk some more about how she started out, what stand up is like and just sort of about the hustle in general. Enjoy the first of our series of interviews from SDCC 2015.

Rated NA 209: SDCC 2015 Wrap Up

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Mon, 20 Jul 2015 16:00:00 +0000

Hosts Ash and Matt. This episode we talk about San Diego Comic Con 2015 and all of the happenings in and around the con of cons. We talk about Veronica Belmont, Gary Whitta, Geek and Sundry, Milkfed Criminal Masterminds, Super Mansion, Heavy Metal and the always wonderful Milana Vayntrub, and that was just Thursday! We go on to talk about Falling Skies, The 100, Minority Report, Agent Carter, Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., iZombie, and the very interesting Kung Fury party. Matt also goes into his Friday folly. We close the whole thing out with panels on Nerdist, our first impressions of the Expanse pilot and the joy of seeing Nerf Herder, Allie Goertz and the Doubleclicks live, along with a very interesting and thought provoking panel on Asian Americans in pop culture. The whole show ends with Matt's thoughts on Star Wars Battlefront and Project Morpheus by Sony. We had a blast and wish we were back. We miss you already SDCC!

Rated NA 208: Comic Con 2015 Preshow

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 9 Jul 2015 06:39:00 +0000

Your intrepid traveling hosts Matt and Ash preview San Diego Comic Con 2015. Highlighting the things they are going to do, giving you a con checklist of things to do and avoid doing, and finally give you hint of content to come!

Rated NA 207: E3 For You And Me

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Fri, 3 Jul 2015 18:51:00 +0000

Scott, Ash and Matt check in this week to see how Ash's adventures went at E3. We take a look at all of the news and happenings at the event. Everything including Gears of War 4, Halo 5, FFVII, Dishonored 2, and so so much more. Ash and Matt talk about their opening thoughts on Batman Arkham Knight, spoiler alert, they love it. And last up we ask you what you thought of E3! Thanks to Loot Crate for sponsoring the show!

Rated NA 206: E3 Massive Effection

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 16 Jun 2015 14:00:00 +0000

Matt, Ash and eventually Scott all talk about the things we expect and are most excited about at E3. We chat about Sense 8 on Netflix for a little bit and learn just how bad Ash's memory is. Finally, just before it's too late, Scott shows up to hang out and talk Assassin's Creed Chronicle's China and a video that is a blast from the past. All that and not too much more!

Rated NA 205: Straight Witchin'

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Sat, 6 Jun 2015 04:15:00 +0000

Ash and Matt go Scottless to review Witcher 3, Life is Strange Episode 3 and Kung Fury. They talk a little about Netflix testing out ads, Google releasing Photos and the Rock starring in Big Trouble in Little China.

Rated NA 204: It's a Mad Word

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Sun, 31 May 2015 15:00:00 +0000

[Ash, Matt, Scott] The boys are back! All three of your hosts are present for this episode where we discuss Twin Peaks, Jimmy Hinson's new Big Giant Circles Album for the game There Came an Echo and Wet Hot American Summer. We review Mad Max: Fury Road, The Witcher 3 and Other Space on Yahoo Screen. Finally we find out what treasures you've uncovered on the side of the road in our NAQOTW.

This week's cover art was done by our old pal Bethany Westmoreland. Make sure you follow her on Twitter @Hemiart and keep your eyes peeled for more of her amazing work. Thanks Bethany!

Rated NA 203: Milana Vayntrub

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 21 May 2015 15:00:00 +0000

Hosts Matt and Ash have very special guest Milana Vayntrub on to talk about her current show on Yahoo Screen called Other Space. We also chat about growing up in acting, doing comedy and improv and how to handle being on the internet and the many awesome and sometimes not people that are there with you. Stick around and hear about what Ash's house looks like to outsiders.

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Rated NA 202: Fusion and The Twerps

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Fri, 15 May 2015 15:00:00 +0000

Hosts Matt, Ash and Scott talk about TV cancellations, Good Ol Games Galaxy Beta, Silver Amiibo's and talk some more trailers for Legends of Tomorrow, Supergirl, and Jem and the Hologram. We review Assassin's Creed Chronicles, Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. season 2 and A Montage of Heck as well as find out what Netflix think's you should watch.

Rated NA 201: Magical Fisting

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Sat, 9 May 2015 15:00:00 +0000

Hosts Matt, Ash and guest host Kate talk Dragon Age expansion, Myst...the TV show?, and Joss Whedon's departure from the Twitterverse. We review Avengers then spoil it as well as review Bloodborne, along with some NAQOTW talk in honor of Mr. Whedon.

The spoiler talk starts at 41:40 (with warning sounds) and ends at 1:12:05. Don't stop before you get to the end because we have some more foley theater and a fantastic nacho recipe, if I do say so myself.

Rated NA 200: A Celebration

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Sat, 2 May 2015 17:07:00 +0000

For episode 200 we have some big reveals coming your way. Announcements that you won't expect and favorite movies that you won't believe. We answer questions about how we started, our favorite tacos and what secret nerdy passions we have. After that we play a GIANT sized Netflix game with past guest hosts Nate Hales, Miellyn Fitzwater Barrows and Kate Dollarhyde. We hope you enjoy and we look forward to 200 more! Thanks for listening!

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Rated NA 199: Trailer Cast

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Sat, 25 Apr 2015 16:00:00 +0000

Special guest host Kate Dollarhyde sits in for this episode as Scott adventures in the distance. We talk about the tons of news regarding Star Wars and it's Celebration. We react to the Batman V. Superman trailer, the Nebulas and DC doing something awesomely inclusive. We review Mortal Kombat, Nekoatsume, and Ore Monogatari. Finally we close it out with a question where you give us your favorite movie in Netflix Game Style.

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Rated NA 198: Alan Tudyk

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 15 Apr 2015 23:59:00 +0000

We talk with Alan Tudyk about Con Man, his new crowd funded web series! We also talk about Daredevil, Guitar Hero, Deus Ex and more! In our NAQOTW you tell us about your crowdfunding dream projects.

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Rated NA 197: The Fast and the Superfast

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 9 Apr 2015 01:33:00 +0000

Ash sees Fast and Furious 7, Matt reads We Can Never Go Home, and Scott talks about the mishandling of Amiibo. Plus, we talk Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt, Twin Peaks, Muppets, Daredevil, Surface 3, and more! Finally, you tell us about your quests to acquire collectibles!

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Rated NA 196: Quest Names or Prog Songs?

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 2 Apr 2015 01:53:00 +0000

Bloodborne, Life is Strange, and Dragon Age headline some of the week's new releases. We also talk Community and the New Avengers, Scott makes a startling discovery about DAI quest names, and we ask you how you unwind in our NAQOTW.

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Rated NA 195: Life is Strange with Ashly Burch

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 25 Mar 2015 01:32:00 +0000

The gang gets into Life is Strange, the episodic interactive narrative adventure game from DONTNOD Entertainment. We welcome Ashly Burch to the show to chat about the role of Chloe. We also interview the developers to talk about music, pacing, and the allure of the Pacific Northwest. Episode 2 is out now, don't miss it!

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Rated NA 194: Foreplay Romance in Games @ PAX East 2015

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 18 Mar 2015 01:52:00 +0000

Recorded live at PAX East 2015

Explore love, lust, and choice in games in a lively discussion with moderator and Let's Quip creator, Sean Baptiste, Dragon Age Creative Director, Mike Laidlaw, The Wolf Among Us and Game of Thrones writer, Nicole Martinez, Billionaire Banshee creator, Steven "Razlo" Bailey, Strange Loves videogame series writer/producer, Miellyn Fitzwater Barrows, and Dragon Age and Mass Effect Global Product Manager, Hilary Heskett Shapiro.

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Rated NA 193: PAX East 2015 Spectacular!

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 11 Mar 2015 02:38:00 +0000

Hosts: Ash and Matt (with Hilary, Miellyn, Jessa, and Kate!)

Ash and Matt head to PAX East 2015 to play some games and hang out with some very special guests!

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Rated NA 192: Ashless Chats

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Fri, 6 Mar 2015 02:47:00 +0000

Hosts: Matt and Scott

With snow disrupting our plans, we hold it down and chat about events of the past week including Steam news, VR headsets, free games, HBO, Community, and Avengers. Plenty of sidebar conversations and tales of shenanigans from 20+ years of friendship.

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Rated NA 191: Do It Yourself

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 26 Feb 2015 03:17:00 +0000

Hosts: Matt, Ash, and Scott

Ash plays Hand of Fate, Scott plays Telltale's Game of Thrones ep 2, and Matt plays Hero Emblems. We also talk the return of Aquaman, Aliens, and plastic band instruments! Finally, in the NAQOTW, we ask you how you deal with the snow and sickness to defeat cabin fever!

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Rated NA 190: Julia Voth Returns

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 19 Feb 2015 15:00:00 +0000

We welcome actress and model (and game streamer?!) Julia Voth back to the show. We talk about her sitcom Package Deal, for which she is nominated a Canadian Screen Award, the re-re-release of Resident Evil, and her upcoming film, Painkillers. Watch Jill Valentine, herself, play through the epic conclusion to Resident Evil on Twitch (20-Feb @ 7pm PST and 22-Feb @ 430pm PST).

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Rated NA 189: Reboot Fever

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 11 Feb 2015 13:10:00 +0000

Hosts: Scott, Ash, and Matt

Everything old is new again with Reboot Fever! Also, the gang talks DC Comics, Life is Strange, Dying Light, Darkest Dungeon, Helix, Lady Killer, and Love in the Age of Mechanical Reproduction.

Rated NA 189

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Rated NA 188: PAX South 2015 Spectacular!

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Fri, 30 Jan 2015 17:38:22 +0000

Hosts: Scott, Ash, and Matt

The gang goes to the inaugural PAX South 2015 to check out new games, eat delicious food, and hang with friends. Also, tales of precarious sleeping arrangements and travel. Finally, interviews from PAX including Gigantic and Rebel Galaxy!

Rated NA 188

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Rated NA 187: Comedy Murda

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 22 Jan 2015 19:50:54 +0000

Hosts: Ash, Matt, and Scott

The gang plays the EVOLVE beta, Marvel destroys the universe, and we get ready for PAX South. We also take a look at Gravity Ghost, Space Marshalls, and Ascension: Chronicle of the Godslayer on mobile. In our NAQOTW you tell us what you’d play, watch, or read as long as it has ____ in it. Murrrda!

Rated NA 187

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Rated NA 186: Funk Dat

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Fri, 16 Jan 2015 00:25:50 +0000

Hosts: Ash, Matt, and Scott

The holidays have passed and that means that TV is ramping up again. We talk Agent Carter, Galavant, Sling TV, and new shows coming to the web! We review the new shows and Ash talks about the Australian horror film Babadook. Finally, you tell us what fictional world you would live in for a year in our NAQOTW!

Rated NA 186

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Rated NA 185: In the Future

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 8 Jan 2015 16:26:01 +0000

Hosts: Ash, Matt, and Scott

Welcome to 2015! Ash sees Night and the Museum 3 and plays Kingdom Rush: Origins. Matt catches up on Telltale Games and gets into Destiny. Scott watches Ascension and rants about AC Unity plus AC Unity Companion App. Finally, we look ahead to the upcoming movies and games of 2015, and you tell us what you’re most excited for in our NAQOTW! #BeCarefulInTheFuture

Rated NA 185

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Rated NA 184: Inside Inquisition with Patrick Weekes

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 31 Dec 2014 15:18:36 +0000

Hosts: Ash and Kate (guest)

Ash and Kate sit down with author and BioWare scribe Patrick Weekes to discuss Dragon Age: Inquisition. Just a warning, this is a spoiler filled episode, so if you haven’t beaten Dragon Age: Inquisition you may wish to steer clear. If you’re a bit curious about the characters of Iron Bull, Solas, and Cole, you’ve come to the right place.

Rated NA 184

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Rated NA 183: Bests of 2014

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 24 Dec 2014 03:41:51 +0000

Hosts: Ash, Matt, and Scott

Ash, Scott, and Matt sit down and reflect on all the best stuff that happened in 2014 from their favorite games and films to some surprise tear jerking moments and greatest disappointments. 2014 has been an incredible year for Rated NA and this episode serves as a love letter of sorts to our community, guests, family, and friends. Thanks so much!

Rated NA 183

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Rated NA 182: All That Magic

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 17 Dec 2014 14:44:32 +0000

Hosts: Ash, Matt, and Scott

Scott and Ash delve into Telltale’s Game of Thrones first episode, while Matt checks out the new Hearthstone: Gnomes vs. Goblins Expansion. Also we talk Far Cry 4, Newsroom, Cards Against Humanity, HBO, and Marvel.

Rated NA 182

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Rated NA 181: Alix Wilton Regan Returns!

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 10 Dec 2014 17:12:58 +0000

Hosts: Ash, Matt, and Scott

We are pleased as punch to welcome back Alix Wilton Regan, voice of one of the fantastic Inquisitors in Dragon Age™: Inquisition! This time around Alix discusses the trials and tribulations of bringing BioWare’s latest protagonist to life. We also manage to talk about island survival, perfect pizza, and a whole lot more.

Rated NA 181

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Rated NA 180: Alternate Reality

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 3 Dec 2014 16:48:03 +0000

Hosts: Ash, Matt, and Scott

The gang returns from thanksgiving break with Tales from the Borderlands, Dragon Age, Kingdom Rush Origins, and more!

Rated NA 180

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Rated NA 179: Rant and Rave

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 20 Nov 2014 19:37:49 +0000

Hosts: Scott, Matt, Ash

Ash plays Dragon Age Inquisition and gives early impressions. Scott looks at the good and bad in Telltale’s The Walking Dead: Season 2 (spoilers 19:26 – 30:51) . Matt relives the glory of Halo in the Master Chief Collection. Also, new emojis and Chipolte hacking?!

Rated NA 179

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Rated NA 178: Song and Dance

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 13 Nov 2014 20:02:14 +0000

Hosts: Ash, Matt, and Scott

The gang talks about the timely release of game reviews. Scott finishes Sunset Overdrive, and Matt finishes Shadows of Mordor. We also talk Dragon Age Inquisition, Halo: Master Chief Collection, Net Neutrality, and the joys of buying con tickets.

Rated NA 178

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Rated NA 177: Marvel Dream Cast

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 5 Nov 2014 15:35:27 +0000

Hosts: Scott, Matt, and Ash

Marvel announces films for the next 5 years, and we break it all down. You tell us who you would cast in those roles in our NAQOTW. We also take a look at Sunset Overdrive, Disney’s Fantasia: Music Evolved, and Weezer’s new album, Everything Will be Alright in the End!

Rated NA 177

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Rated NA 176: Freddie Prinze, Jr.

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Fri, 31 Oct 2014 18:00:05 +0000

HOSTS: Ash, Scott, and Matt

We welcome Freddie Prinze, Jr. to the show to talk about Iron Bull in Dragon Age Inquisition, Mass Effect, Star Wars: Rebels, growing up with video games, and so much more!

Rated NA 176

Rated NA 175: Of Grapes and Men

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Fri, 24 Oct 2014 21:20:53 +0000

Hosts: Ash, Matt and Miellyn

With Scott on an “away mission” Matt and Ash call in their old pal Miellyn to help out. This week the trio talks about Jenna Malone in the upcoming Batman Vs. Superman, Paul Rudd’s involvement in the new Ant Man film and we review Fury, Sonic Highways and Dead Snow 2: Red Vs. Dead. Oh yeah, in celebration of 175 episode we answer YOUR questions about Rated NA.

Rated NA 175

Rated NA 174: Hard Mode

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Sat, 18 Oct 2014 00:31:43 +0000

Hosts: Scott, Matt and Ash

Scott and Ash return triumphant from Destiny’s Vault of Glass. Scott watches Automata (film) and there’s a ton of news including Marvel and DC films, the return of Twin Peaks, HBO going over the top, and Star Wars concept art. Finally, we ask you about your most challenging or frustrating moments in video games in our NAQOTW. #loot

Rated NA 174

Rated NA 173: Dance Your Face Off

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 7 Oct 2014 17:49:40 +0000

Hosts: Scott, Matt, and Ash

We’re joined by Harmonix product manager, Jessa Brezinski, to talk a little Dance Central: Spotlight, and Disney’s Fantasia: Music Evolved. We also give our first impressions of Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor, and bring back a long-awaited classic, the Netflix game!

Rated NA 173

Rated NA 172: The Fleshy Part

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 2 Oct 2014 14:06:15 +0000

HOSTS: Matt, Scott, and Ash

The gang is back on a short week to talk about the season premiere of Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. ( spoilers at 47:00-1:06:40 ), Destiny news, and comics Last Born and Critical Hit from Black Mask Studios.

Rated NA 172

Rated NA 171: Man Down

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 25 Sep 2014 11:32:19 +0000

Hosts: Ash, Matt

With Scott on an “away mission” Matt and Ash talk about the latest news regarding Microsoft and Mojang, Blizzard’s cancellation of Titan, FOX’s Gotham, and high level_ Destiny_ content. In our NAQOTW we discuss some of your biggest television and video game surprises over the years!

Rated NA 171

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Rated NA 170: Is it Your Destiny?

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 17 Sep 2014 20:45:19 +0000

Hosts: Ash, Matt, Scott

The gang is back together for first-impressions of Bungie’s Destiny! Also, we preview Fall 2014 TV, play Super Time Force, and take a quick look at Dance Central Spotlight. In our NAQOTW, you tell us about your hits and misses so far with Destiny.

Rated NA 170

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Rated NA 169: PAX Prime 2014 Interview Spectacular

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 9 Sep 2014 18:27:07 +0000

Hosts: Ash and Scott

Join us live on the show floor from PAX Prime 2014 as we talk to developers for Evolve, Darkest Dungeon, Don’t Starve, Saints Row: Gat out of Hell, No. 4 from Behemoth, Star Crawlers, and Assassins Creed Unity!

Rated NA 169

PAX Prime 2014: Dragon Age Inquisition Multiplayer Interview

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 4 Sep 2014 17:38:53 +0000

Ash and Scott sit down with producer, Scylla Costa and associate producer, Billy Buskell, from BioWare to talk about Dragon Age Inquisition multiplayer! #jarofbees

Dragon Age Inquisition Multiplayer Interview

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Rated NA 168: Live from PAX Prime 2014

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 3 Sep 2014 13:14:51 +0000

Hosts: Ash and Scott

Join us for daily recaps live from PAX Prime 2014. We get hands-on with Dragon Age Inquisition multiplayer, Super Smash Bros, Evolve, Borderlands, Assassins Creed, Dance Central, Fantasia, Darkest Dungeon and so much more! It’s PAXtacular!

Rated NA 168

Rated NA 167: A Generic Classic

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 27 Aug 2014 14:30:34 +0000

Hosts: Ash, Matt, Scott

In this pre-Pax Prime 2014 episode, we talk about Dragon Age, Every Simpsons Ever, Agents of SHIELD, and our planned shenanigans for PAX ! We also review the movie, Snowpiercer, and ask you about your new favorite convention memories. It’s a classic.

Rated NA 167

Rated NA 166: Gamescom, It is the Goobin’

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 20 Aug 2014 17:01:08 +0000

Hosts: Scott, Matt, and Ash

We talk news and announcements from gamescom 2014, including Shadow Realms, Dance Central Spotlight, and Life is Strange. Ash plays Expendabros, while Matt and Scott take a look at EA Access. In our NAQOTW, you tell us the best games, video or otherwise, to play with friends!

Rated NA 166

Rated NA 165: The Name Game

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 13 Aug 2014 16:21:27 +0000

Hosts: Scott, Ash, and Matt

The gang chats about whats in store for upcoming Film and TV from the MARVEL and DC Universes; and an a change in the Galaxy at BioWare. We review the film, At the Devil’s Door, and preview the Jack and Triumph Show. In our NAQOTW, we ask, “if you could have anything named after you, what would it be?”

Rated NA 165

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Rated NA 164: Podcast of the Galaxy

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 7 Aug 2014 12:59:44 +0000

Hosts: Matt, Scott, and Ash

The gang is back together again to talk Guardians of the Galaxy. [Caution: Spoilers from 1:04:38 - 1:26:38, ample warning provided]. We review Hearthstone: Curse of Naxxramas and 80 Days (inkle studios), and preview the Orcs Must Die Unchained BETA and Destiny BETA experiences. More news from SDCC, Ghostbusters 3, Xbox Games with Gold, and Google Photos. Finally, you tell us what MARVEL properties next deserve the silver screen treatment.

Rated NA 164

Rated NA Special: SDCC 2014 with Patrick Weekes

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 31 Jul 2014 17:10:59 +0000

Ash sits down for an exclusive chat @ SDCC 2014 with BioWare writer, Patrick Weekes to talk Dragon Age, Mass Effect, The Palace Job and more!

Rated NA Special SDCC 2014 with Patrick Weekes

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Rated NA 163: Live from SDCC 2014!

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 31 Jul 2014 04:45:26 +0000

Ash and Matt bring you daily recaps of their shenanigans at San Diego Comic Con 2014!

Rated NA 163

Rated NA 162: What Didn’t Happen This Week?

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 23 Jul 2014 14:51:14 +0000

Co-hosts: Scott, Matt, and Ash

This past week brought a flood of interesting news and tidbits including Marvel, Amazon, Microsoft, Nintendo, Weird Al, Destiny, and more! Meanwhile, Scott plays Squids Odyssey on 3DS, and the guys play Guardians of the Galaxy: The Universal Weapon on iOS, as Matt and Ash gear up for Comic-Con.

Rated NA 162

Rated NA 161: Northwest Adventures

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 15 Jul 2014 16:07:32 +0000

Hosts: Ash, Matt and Scott

Ash returns with tales of Northwest travel adventures. We take a look at Plundernauts on mobile, and the documentary, Jodoworsky’s Dune. Also, news on Comic-Con, Destiny, Twin Peaks, and Battleborn. Finally, with con season right around the corner, we talk essential convention survival tips with you in our NAQOTW. #sixdollarhotdogs

Rated NA 161

Rated NA 160: Pen and Paper and Hair

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 10 Jul 2014 17:35:08 +0000

Hosts: Matt and Scott / Guest-host: Nate (@nhales80)

The gang checks out Guacamelee STCE for Xbox One and the new D&D 5th Edition Starter Set. News about Destiny, Hitman Go, and Squids. In our NAQOTW you tell us what games you would most like to see make the jump to Pen and Paper. Also, ear hair (?)

Rated NA 160

Rated NA 159: You Had The Touch

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 1 Jul 2014 18:15:43 +0000

The gang has a bit of fun this week with the new Transformers movie and video game. Ash plays Valiant Hearts: The Great War, and Matt sees the comedy, They Came Together. Also, Google IO, Aereo, and Games with Gold. Finally, we hear your thoughts on the growth potential of eSports in our NAQOTW.

Rated NA 159

Rated NA 158: An Underrated Episode

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 25 Jun 2014 21:16:21 +0000

Scott snags a Wii U, Ash plays Risk of Rain, and Matt regrows limbs! We talk about the Star Wars films, Amazon’s Fire Phone, and YouTube’s music services. Finally, you share with us your favorite underrated games, films, and books in our NAQOTW.

Rated NA 158

Rated NA 157: Little finger

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 19 Jun 2014 14:55:39 +0000

Ash gets into the Destiny alpha, Scott wonders if it is time to get on the Wii U bandwagon, and Matt shares a tale of separation. We also talk about the highs and lows of E3, and you share with us the E3 announcements (or lack thereof) for which you were most disappointed or excited. Game on!

Rated NA 157

Rated NA 156: Parkour Cat

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 12 Jun 2014 02:27:46 +0000

[HOSTS: Ash, Scott, and Matt] Scott tries to make sense of Murdered: Soul Suspect, Ash sees Edge of Tomorrow, and Matt plays Wolf Among Us plus Max and the Curse of Brotherhood. Also, Ant Man has a director (for now), Bill Watterson returns to comics, and CD Projekt Red reveals details about the Witcher 3. In our NAQOTW, we ask you, if you kept repeating the past 24 hours over and over again, what is the one thing that you would change?

Rated NA 156: Parkour Cat

Rated NA: We need to talk E3 2014

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 11 Jun 2014 02:26:14 +0000

Fresh off of the E3 2014 media briefings from Microsoft, Sony, Nintendo, EA, and Ubisoft — Ash and Scott are joined by Nate from Reset Transmission to talk games, feels, technology, and strategy in our latest bonus episode!

We Need to Talk E3 2014

Rated NA 155: Guard Cats

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 4 Jun 2014 23:08:51 +0000

This week the gang takes a look at Watch Dogs, and the indie pixel-shooter, Teleglitch. We try to figure out what is going on with Ant Man, recap the WWDC keynote, and look to Hulu to pick up another season of Community. Finally, we preview E3 and what gamers and what to look forward to in the back half of 2014.

Rated NA 155

Rated NA 154: No Really, We Liked It

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 29 May 2014 00:37:12 +0000

[HOSTS: Ash, Scott, and Matt]

We discuss our love hate relationship with X-Men: Days of Future Past in a spoilerful discussion (34:15 – 1:08:45). Also Matt and Ash check out Wolfenstein: The New Order, and Scott finally finishes South Park: The Stick of Truth. Also news from Awesomenauts, Squids, The Bridge, and Harmonix. Finally, we talk about your thoughts on time travel in movies in our NAQOTW. KittyPryde.

Rated NA 154

Rated NA: We Need to Talk

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Sat, 24 May 2014 20:14:32 +0000

Welcome to a new series on Rated NA: We Need to Talk. We set aside an entire bonus episode to chat to talk about our feels for the first season of Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Plenty of spoilers ahead as we talk about season one, and make predictions for season two! Let us know what you think!

Rated NA: We Need to Talk

Rated NA 153: Let’s Quip!

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 21 May 2014 23:47:49 +0000

The gang hangs out with friend of the show, Sean Baptiste, from Fire Hose Games to chat about their upcoming competitive social debating game, Let’s Quip! We also cover recent changes to Xbox Live Gold and Xbox One, review the Titanfall Expedition DLC, and preview the highly-addictive Cosmic DJ. In our NAQOTW, you tell us what superhero or team you’d most like to see get a TV debut. #WalkingTheDog

Rated NA 153

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Rated NA 152: Billionaire Banshee!

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 14 May 2014 22:48:07 +0000

We welcome Steven Bailey (from Game Yay Fun) to the program to talk about his new indie tabletop card game, Billionaire Banshee, as the project enters the final days of the KickStarter campaign! Old pals, Sean Baptiste and Miellyn Barrows, join in for a live gameplay session of Billionaire Banshee. As always, Matt, Ash, and Scott kick it off with the past two weeks of shenanigans… and Thundershirts. Deny or Date?!

Rated NA 152

Rated NA 151: Foreplay Romance in Games Pt 3 @ PAX East 2014

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 8 May 2014 02:31:24 +0000

Our pal MFB drops by to talk Foreplay… Romance in Games, that is! Enjoy the third installment of the popular panel, recorded at PAX East 2014. Its clever, light-hearted, and a ton of fun – we think you’ll Love it (see what we did, there?). Panelists this time around include: Sean Baptiste [Community Manager, Fire Hose Games], Miellyn Fitzwater Barrows [Co-founder, Creative Director, Tonic Industries, Gorgeous Robot], Hilary Heskett Shapiro [Co-founder, Product Marketing Manager, Tonic Industries, BioWare], Amanda Cosmos [Dating Sim Enthusiast and Blogger, Self], Aenne Schumann [Co-Host, Reset Transmission Podcast, Press2Reset], and Mike Laidlaw [Creative Director of the Dragon Age franchise at BioWare].

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Rated NA 151

Rated NA 150: Abbie Heppe Returns!

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 30 Apr 2014 21:04:21 +0000

Rated NA 150

We celebrate 150 episodes of Rated NA! Abbie Heppe from Respawn returns to talk Titanfall and have a bit of fun in our question lightning round. Finally, we continue our tradition of taking YOUR questions every 50 episodes in our Reverse-NAQOTW. Thank you all for your continued support, your love powers this thing, much like the Statue of Liberty in Ghostbusters 2! Onward!

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Rated NA 149: PAX East 2014 Interview Spectacular

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 22 Apr 2014 13:48:29 +0000

The gang brings you part two of our PAX East 2014 coverage with live interviews from the show floor with BroForce, Invisible Inc, Secret Ponchos, State of Decay, Tumblestone, and Darkest Dungeon. We also talk about the aftermath of PAX (read: PAX-Pox!).

Rated NA 149

Rated NA 148: Live from PAX East 2014

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 17 Apr 2014 14:13:13 +0000

Join us as we hang out in the halls of PAX and our hotel room to recap our events of each day. We give some quick impressions of games, panels, meals, drinks, and sleeping arrangements(?!). Come hang out for all of the fun, and none of the PAX-pox!

Rated NA 148

Rated NA 147: Indie MEGABOOTH @ PAX East 2014 with Kelly Wallick

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 10 Apr 2014 16:57:58 +0000

PAX East 2014 is upon us, and what better way to get stoked than with a visit from your friendly Indie MEGABOOTH Overlord, Kelly Wallick! We welcome her back to the show to catch up, and preview the 100+ games that will be at this years’ convention. The guys also talk a little Amazon FireTV, Captain America: The Winter Soldier, and Game of Thrones. In our NAQOTW, you tell us about friends you’ve met and made through conventions. Let’s get to it!

Rated NA 147

Rated NA 146: Jessica Chobot

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 2 Apr 2014 20:42:45 +0000

Join us as we talk with Jessica Chobot, host of the Nerdist News, writer for the upcoming game Daylight, and all-around great person. We cover a variety of topics including Jessica’s origin story, Skyrim, Mass Effect, Nerdist News, Daylight, urban spelunking and K-Dramas. Thanks for tuning in!

Rated NA 146

Rated NA 145: MegaCon 2014 and More!

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 26 Mar 2014 18:54:04 +0000

This week, the gang goes to MegaCon, travels across the country, and plays more Titanfall. That, and a new Aassassin’s Creed, Sony’s Project Morpheus, and the latest updates on PAX East 2014. Mega-fun for everyone!

Rated NA 145

Rated NA 144: Brea Grant – Mystic Party!

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 19 Mar 2014 15:14:22 +0000

Today we welcome back our very special guest Brea Grant. She talks about Best Friends Forever being released in physical format, the launch of her brand new podcast Mystic Party! and as always some shenanigans were had.

Rated NA 144

Rated NA 143: Means ‘I love you’

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 12 Mar 2014 21:30:53 +0000

Pager codes, remember those? The guys take a look at South Park Stick of Truth, Telltale’s The Walking Dead S2E2, and Star Wars the Clone Wars lost missions on Netflix. We also look ahead to high-profile games’ release dates, and talk a bit about the NAPPP. Our NAQOTW this week asks what charcaters from film, TV, and games that you’ve most fallen love with. Monarch!

Rated NA 143

Rated NA 142: Voice Over

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 5 Mar 2014 21:16:35 +0000

Our pal, Miellyn fills-in to hang out with Scott and Ash and tells us about all of the wonderful panels she will be on at PAX East. The gang tries their hand at voice acting for Dragon Age Inquisition. Scott and Ash play Plants vs Zombies Garden Warfare, Ash takes a look at the Might Quest for Epic Loot, and Scott won’t stop talking about Out There. In our NAQOTW, we ask you what comic or game is long overdue for a major motion picture. Over-D-U-E.

Rated NA 142

Rated NA 141: Deep fried podcast

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 27 Feb 2014 22:56:39 +0000

The gang talks about Harmonix’s announcement of Chroma, the winding down of Irrational Games, and the Guardians of the Galaxy trailer. We take one last look at the Titanfall beta, and take a peek into the Art of Titanfall. In our NAQOTW, you tell us about the fake Olympic sports you’d like to see from games and film. Deep Fried!

Rated NA 141

Rated NA 140: The insides of robots

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 19 Feb 2014 14:47:12 +0000

The gang is overcome with the release of the Titanfall beta. We also manage to talk about Star Wars Clone Wars & Rebels, the Comcast – Time Warner merger, and Ash plays a little Dead Rising 3. In our NAQOTW, we ask you what mechanized companions you would take into battle / the apocalypse. Robots!

Rated NA 140

Rated NA 139: Sunday Funday

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 13 Feb 2014 20:33:14 +0000

On this lazy Sunday we take a look at AC IV: Freedom Cry and the moble puzzler, Threes! We take a look back at the Flappy Bird saga, and take a look forward to ID@Xbox titles as well as convention season, with PAX East just around the corner. Finally, we find out what you’re up to on this great day in our NAQOTW.

Rated NA 139

Rated NA 138: Melissa Hutchison from Telltale’s Games The Walking Dead

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 6 Feb 2014 00:34:22 +0000

This week we welcome Melissa Hutchison to the podcast, voice of Clementine from Telltale Game’s acclaimed The Walking Dead: The Game. Our chat includes voice acting, the development of Clementine, and pizza. You won’t want to miss this one.

Rated NA 136

Rated NA 137: Jazzpunk

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 30 Jan 2014 00:12:33 +0000

Luis Hernandez form Necrophone Games stops by to talk about their soon-to-be released, JazzPunk, a game that cannot be fully described in words. Naturally, we spend some time with Luis describing the game in words, as well as talking about comedy, games, music and analog instruments. Finally, we talk about your most bizzare and unique games or film in our NAQOTW. Hot dawg!

Rated NA 136

Rated NA 136: Classy as S***

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 22 Jan 2014 22:37:25 +0000

Ash, Hilary, and Scott flip the script a bit this week and play “the netflix game“. We also take a look at Assassin’s Creed Liberation HD, The Banner Saga, Rogue Legacy, and Don’t Shit your Pants. In our NAQOTW, we talk about the film, game, or television tunes that are the soundtrack to your life. Enjoy our accidental first “let’s play.”

Rated NA 136

Rated NA 135: Walkabout

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 15 Jan 2014 20:00:36 +0000

Hilary, Ash, and Scott look deep into their crystal balls at some of the hotly anticipated games of 2014. We talk Comic-Com tickets and PAX East panels, as well as review Castle Doombad (iOS) and Frozen (Film). Finally, we talk about the nerdy stuff you’re most excited for in 2014. crocknuggets.

Rated NA 135

Rated NA 134: Out of the Cold

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Fri, 10 Jan 2014 22:06:56 +0000

The gang returns to spread some post-holiday cheer, looking back at some of their favorite music, games, movies, and comics from 2013, as well as looking forward at more recent releases on the nerdy landscape, including Ryse: Son of Rome, Walking Dead Season 2, Heroes of Dragon Age, and Anchroman 2. We also reveal the winner of the NAFFL for the 2013 season. Burrrr!

Rated NA 134

Rated NA 133: Amy Acker and the five minute pickle

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 18 Dec 2013 21:09:42 +0000

Amy Acker returns to the show this week for a fun conversation with Ash and Matt about Much Ado About Nothing, Person of Interest, pickling, food, and other curious topics. Scott joins the group to talk about the trailers from the VGX, The Punk Singer, and the NAFFL.

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Rated NA 133

Rated NA 132: Veronica Belmont

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 10 Dec 2013 22:18:07 +0000

This week we are very happy to welcome Veronica Belmont to the show to talk about growing up nerdy, Sword and Laser, mountains of tech, Vaginal Fantasy, gaming, and more!

Rated NA 132

Rated NA 131: Stuffed

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 4 Dec 2013 23:27:18 +0000

Matt, Ash, and Scott get together, post-Thanksgiving to talk about ACIV: Black Flag, Ryse: Son of Rome, Amazon’s drone delivery program, and more. We talk to you about shopping antics in our Black Friday-themed NAQOTW, and find out just how fall the gang has fallen in the NAFFL. Stuffed!

Rated NA 131

Rated NA 130: Twerking for the weekend

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 26 Nov 2013 23:04:56 +0000

Scott and Ash embrace the future with the release of the Xbox One. Plus, news on next-gen console sales, the Games with Gold promotion, and getting up close and personal on Twitch. We take a look at AC4 Black Flag (Xbox One), Almost Human (FOX), and The Hunger Games: Catching Fire (Film). Gobble Gobble.

Rated NA 130

Rated NA 129: Sean Baptiste from Fire Hose Games

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 20 Nov 2013 19:05:19 +0000

Sean Baptiste from Fire Hose Games drops by to talk about their recently announced indie incubation project. We also talk about his journey into the gaming industry, the Boston indie scene, and his standing in the NAFFL. Finally, in our indie themed NAQOTW, you tell us about your favorite indie games so far!

Rated NA 129

Rated NA 128: Alix Wilton Regan

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 13 Nov 2013 20:36:37 +0000

We’re pleased as punch to welcome to the show, Alix Wilton Regan, voice actress for Samantha Traynor from Mass Effect 3. We talk with Alix about her path to acting, giving 110%, star signs, Traynor, and meeting fans at conventions. It’s a fun one, and we think you’ll really enjoy the discussion. After the interview, Ash and Scott return to handle the news and look forward to the future with next-gen systems. Happy N7 day.

Rated NA 128

Rated NA 127: Michele Boyd

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 5 Nov 2013 16:09:31 +0000

We welcome the multi-talented Michele Boyd to the show this week to talk about her upcoming project, Penny Horrors, as well as her origin story, acting, producing, Team Unicorn, and so much more! Ash and Scott return to handle the news and other shenanigans.

Rated NA 127

Be sure to check out and support Michele’s Penny Horrors series!!

UPDATE: KickStater campaign for Penny Horrors now live!!!

Website: http://pennyhorrors.com
YouTube: http://youtube.com/pennyhorrors
Facebook: http://facebook.com/pennyhorrors
Twitter: http://twitter.com/pennyhorrors

You can also find Michele at MicheleBoyd.com and, most recently, on Geek and Sundry’s Spellslingers

Rated NA 126: Candy pile

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 30 Oct 2013 18:03:53 +0000

The gang gets swept up in Halloween, let’s pile up the spoils and see what we’ve got! Scott gets new chatacters in the mobile favorite, Combo Crew, and plays the sugary-sweet FORCED, now available on Steam. Matt discovers a fun-sized bundle of HBO with comcast internet, then goes straight for Batman: Arkham Origins. Ash unrwaps Capcom’s 30th Anniversary Encyclopedia, and still has a sweet-tooth for GTA V. Hilary sinks her teeth into The White Queen miniseries and NBC’s Dracula. Finally, we haunt the NAFF and NAPL, before settling in to hear your favorite memories from Halloweens past in our NAQOTW.

Rated NA 126

Rated NA 125: Shaken not stirred

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 24 Oct 2013 17:51:52 +0000

The ladies are away, so it’s a throwback bro-cast. Matt and Ash live the bachelor life, watching Clone Wars S5 and This is the End on blu-ray. We talk about Star Wars Rebels, Netflix supassing HBO in subscriber base, and grind some gears on this holiday’s console launches. We continue with our NAFFL and NAPL. Finally, we talk about the movies and games that can always cheer you up in our NAQOTW!

Rated NA 125

Rated NA 124: Enter the Holla-deck

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 16 Oct 2013 16:03:08 +0000

The gang returns to talk GTA V Online, Marvel’s Agents of SHIELD, Beyond Two Souls, Steam controllers, and more. Hilary plans for con-panel world domination, while Matt and Scott talk about the new Steam controller and nerd sports. Finally, we ask you about how we will be interacting with games in the future in our NAQOTW, and Ash tells us the truth about holodecks.

Rated NA 124

[If you're wondering about the banjo, it's from Girls Like Robots. It's a great game, you should consider playing it while listening to this podcast.]

Rated NA 123 – Foreplay: Romance in Games

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 9 Oct 2013 16:34:47 +0000

For two PAX’s now we have witnessed the growth of this awesome panel put on by our good buddy Miellyn Barrows, and we are again excited to be able to bring it to you. We are down one member again this week while Scott is still planning world domination, but Miellyn steps in and tries to amp up the Monday weirdness. We also give an update to the NAFF and NAPEL. Which member of the panel you’re about to hear is sitting atop the NAFF list? You’ll have to listen to find out!

Rated NA 123 – Foreplay: Romance in Games

Rated NA 122: Inside the Indie Megabooth with Overlord Kelly Wallick

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 3 Oct 2013 20:17:13 +0000

This episode we sit down with Kelly Wallick, the Indie Megabooth Overlord! She is the person responsible for rallying a huge section of the floor for indie game coverage and getting a lot of the great games from small companies some well deserved recognition, and it all started with a LAB EXPLOSION! Also don’t forget to stick around for the end where we cover what happened last week in the NAFF, the NAPEL and we play a new game of SPOIL DRAGON AGE FOR MAAAAATTTTT!

Rated NA 122 – Inside the Indie Megabooth with Overlord Kelly Watnick

Rated NA 121: Pound-Tag Awesome!

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 25 Sep 2013 21:14:21 +0000

Over the weekend, we speculate wildly about Valve’s big announcements. Matt talks about The Expanse, an awesome book series. Scott and Ash talk difficult throwback platforming with Volgarr the Viking. Ash plays a little GTA V, and Hilary talks writer’s club and watches Sleepy Hallow. We also recap our Legend of Dungeon contest with our NAQOTW. Finally, nerd sports. Pound-tag, nerd appropriate.

Rated NA 121

Seventeen Years of BioWare

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Fri, 20 Sep 2013 09:30:28 +0000

Embark on a quest through over a decade of BioWare games with the people who have been there from the beginning. Listen to this panel to hear stories from games like Jade Empire, Baldur’s Gate, and even the present day’s Dragon Age: Inquisition.

How to Get a Job at BioWare

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Fri, 20 Sep 2013 09:18:28 +0000

Ever wonder what it would be like to work at BioWare? Meet some of BioWare's HR pros and select hiring managers to learn more about finding a position in the games industry.

Dragon Age: Inquisition - Playable Races

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 18 Sep 2013 09:30:28 +0000

WIth 4 playable races announced, find out more about how Dragon Age: Inquisition will allow you to navigate Thedas as the Inquisitor. This panel was recorded after the Qunari had just been announced and includes more detailed information on player options.

The Future of Gaming

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 18 Sep 2013 09:18:28 +0000

New technology isn't the only innovation in the world of gaming. Join key members of the BioWare team for an interactive discussion on the evolution of video games.

Rated NA 120: We are Nerd Appropriate

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 17 Sep 2013 22:53:07 +0000

Welcome to listeners, both new and loyal. The gang gets back together after a busy PAX Prime to talk Dragon Age Inquisition, new movies set in the Potter universe, Legend of Dungeon, and Europa Report. We play a couple of games based around Fall TV and fantasy football. We also talk about the news you are most excite for in DAI in our NAQOTW. Nug love!

Rated NA 120

Dragon Age: Inquisition - Behind the Scenes

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Mon, 16 Sep 2013 09:30:28 +0000

What is it like to actually work in the world of Thedas? Join members of the Dragon Age team as they pull back the curtain and share behind-the-scenes tales of the game-making process.

Women In Gaming

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Mon, 16 Sep 2013 09:18:28 +0000

Get to know some of the female team members of BioWare by joining this lively panel discussion. Topics include the goal of gender neutrality (or simply being seen as a ‘developer’) and challenges faced by women in the games industry.

Dragon Age: Inquisition - Making Your Mark

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Sat, 14 Sep 2013 14:30:28 +0000

The lead developers of Dragon Age: Inquisition give an in-depth look at how your character, the Inquisitor, shapes the world of Thedas. Recorded after the big game reveal, some of the new pulse-pounding announcements are also explored.

LGBTQ: Character Discussion

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Sat, 14 Sep 2013 14:18:28 +0000

BioWare is known for developing rich, complex characters which inspire a connection with the player. This includes representing diverse backgrounds and sexual orientations. Join key members of the BioWare team as they talk about inclusiveness in character portrayals.

Dragon Age: Inquisition - Tactical Combat

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Fri, 13 Sep 2013 18:30:28 +0000

Separate viewing perspectives and a choice in how you map out the battlefield is a leading feature in Dragon Age: Inquisition. Join the game leads as they discuss tactical combat in the next Dragon Age game.

Storytelling at Bioware

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Fri, 13 Sep 2013 18:18:28 +0000

Telling a great story is one of the many things BioWare strives to achieve when creating games. Join this panel to learn more about the creative process behind your favorite stories and characters.

Dragon Age Inquisition - Crafting and Customization

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 11 Sep 2013 18:19:28 +0000

How will crafting affect your adventures in Thedas? And how much control will you really have over your gameplay, companions, and character? Listen to this episode to learn more!

The Art and Design of BioWare

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 11 Sep 2013 18:18:28 +0000

Beautiful worlds and interesting characters set BioWare games apart. Join this interactive discussion about the process by which the pros at BioWare discuss everything from color palletes to level design, and how everything fits together.

Rated NA 119: A regular ol’ PAX Hootenanny!

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 4 Sep 2013 22:33:28 +0000

Matt and Ash bring you the daily updates from PAX as well as interviews with Kerbal Space Program, Klei Entertainment’s Incognita, Ralph Ineson from ACIV, Jazzpunk, Robot Loves Kitty’s Legend of Dungeon, and Casey Lynch from Midnight City. It is packed full of goodness so we hope you enjoy. Also a quick apology for some of the sound, most of the interviews were done sort of gorilla style on the showroom floor and we did our best to limit noise. Thanks for listening!

Rated NA 118: Pre PAX Posturing

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 27 Aug 2013 20:55:21 +0000

Miellyn stops by to hang out with the gang and talk about Strange Loves 2: Hex Boyfriends, the gamebook sequel to the most excellent Strange Loves: Vampire Boyfriends. On the weekend before the journey to the Pacific Northwest and PAX, Ash plays Saints Row IV and Hilary watches The White Queen. We talk Ben Affleck & Batman, Steve Ballmer & Microsoft and Heroes of Cosplay. Finally, we talk PAX panels and plans, in addition to the things for which you are most excite in our NAQOTW. It’s a hootenanny!

Rated NA 118

Rated NA 117: All open world everything

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 20 Aug 2013 21:42:20 +0000

The gang braves AFO. Ash plays Gone Home and sees Kick-Ass 2. Matt gets a bean-bag chair and an instant coffee maker. Scott plays Adera, and worries about open world gameplay. LETS GO NERD APPROPRIATE!

Rated NA 117

Rated NA 116: Immortal burrito

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 14 Aug 2013 00:26:57 +0000

The gang gets caught up on their summer media piles. Ash plays Dragon’s Crown and catches up on HIMYM. Matt finishes Ready Player One and sees GI Joe: Retaliation. Scott closes in on a complete Mass trilogy achievement set and complains about save game integrity. Hilary works a lot and shows up late. Elysium is also discussed. Finally, Ash gets more than he bargains for with our NAQOTW about immortality. All roads lead to Seattle for PAX Prime!

Rated NA 116

Rated NA 115: SDCC 2013 Interview Spectacular!

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 6 Aug 2013 15:12:02 +0000

Its time again for the SDCC interview spectacular! This year, we steal a few minutes to talk to Jane Espenson & Brad Bell (Husbands), Marissa Meyer (author: Lunar Chronicles series), Oliver Vaquer (VA: Robert Lutece, BioShock Infinite), and Lizzy Caplan, Rob Benedict, Josh Meyers, & Jordan Peele (cast of The Sidekick).

Rated NA 115

Rated NA 114: SDCC 2013 Wrap-up

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 30 Jul 2013 19:59:33 +0000

Matt, Hilary, and Ash return from San Diego with tales of SDCC 2013.

(Course of the Force, The Sidekick, HIMYM, NERD HQ, Dark Horse, BioWare, Assassin’s Creed, Geek and Sundry, Falling Skies, The Supers, Ryse, Casting Directors Panel, Joss Whedon, Ender’s Game, Jane Espenson, The Visionaries)

Rated NA 114

Rated NA 113: Dancy Pants with Jessa Brezinski

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 18 Jul 2013 22:02:17 +0000

This week, we welcome Jessa Brezinski from Harmonix to talk about Dance Central’s summer fitness challenges, community management, life on the convention road, and nerdy hobbies. Be sure to keep an eye on @JessaBrez, @Dance_Central, and @FantasiaGame for the latest. I am loving it.

Rated NA 113

Rated NA 112: What’s in the box?

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 9 Jul 2013 22:53:19 +0000

It’s holiday in July as the gang gets back together to open mystery packages. We look forward to SDCC, talk about some personnel changes in the gaming industry, and the newest addition to Google StreetView. We take a look at White House Down, Best Friends Forever, Leviathan Wakes, and Copperhead. Finally, we talk with you about the strangest package you’ve ever opened in our NAQOTW. Ravenclaw! (Recorded July 6, 2013)

Rated NA 112

Rated NA 111: Brea Grant & Best Friends Forever

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 2 Jul 2013 01:02:40 +0000

Rated NA 111

We welcome the amazingly talented Brea Grant to the show to talk her new indie film, Best Friends Forever. We explore the KickStarter campaign that helped to fund the project, her directorial debut, acting, and more! Inspired by Best Friends Forever, we ask who you would bring along with you on a post-apocalyptic road trip in our NAQOTW!

Get Best Friends Forever NOW on iTunes! [ HERE]

Rated NA 110: Abbie Heppe

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 25 Jun 2013 15:06:56 +0000

Abbie Heppe from Respawn Entertainment joins us to talk about Titanfall and the game’s big reveal at E3. Did you know that Abbie is tied to the origins of Nerd Appropriate? Hear the story and many other great tales in our interview. Lazer-pony!

Rated NA 110

Rated NA 109: Ashly Burch & E3 2013

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 23:29:52 +0000

Fresh off the whirlwind that is E3, Ashly Burch drops in to talk about her experience at the show, High School Game of Thrones, and the upcoming Borderlands 2 DLC: Tiny Tina’s Assault on Dragon Keep. The gang also discusses their favorite game announcements from E3, with you in our NAQOTW!

Rated NA 109

Rated NA 108: My Body is Ready

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 02:55:58 +0000

A regal bed within a mansion.

On the weekend before E3, the gang is up early with guest, Miellyn. We talk a little about Titanfall, Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee, and the great things coming to Geek Girl Con. We take a look at the XBLA title State of Decay, tabletop card game Food Fight, and indie title Gunpoint. Finally, we try to predict the most outlandish E3 announcement in our NAQOTW. Zomboni!

Rated NA 108

Alternate podcast title: In bed with Miellyn Barrows.

Rated NA 107: Gold Standard

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 5 Jun 2013 11:51:32 +0000

The guys get together for a whole mess of gaming discussion: Borderlands 2, FUSE, D&D, Gears of War, Double Fine, KOTOR, The Starship Damrey, and Epic Spell Wars of the Battle Wizards: Duel at Mt. Skullzfyre. Seriously. Finally, we discuss the high standards we set for the NAQOTW and reach into the ol’ mail sack. Whew.

Rated NA 107

Rated NA 106: Courtnee Draper

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 30 May 2013 21:31:24 +0000

The gang welcomes the voice behind Bioshock Infinite’s Elizabeth, the multi-talented Courtnee Draper, to the show. We talk about the balance between acting and law school, the passion that went into the realization of Elizabeth, answer listener questions, and discuss the merits of traveling through time and space. We hope you enjoy this conversation as much as we did, and be sure to follow Courtnee on twitter (@Courtnee_Draper). “Here… Catch!”

Rated NA 106

Rated NA 105: A marvelous repartee on the virtues of the xbone

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 28 May 2013 21:56:39 +0000

The gang is back at full strength again to talk about the newly announced Xbox One. We give our reactions to the press event, talk about the features of the system, and try to make some sense of the Internet response. In the NAQOTW, you tell us ONE thing you liked and ONE thing you didn’t like about the new system.

Rated NA 105

Alternate podcast title: Everything is amazing and nobody is happy

Rated NA 104: Michael Biehn

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 16 May 2013 00:26:06 +0000

On this episode we welcome the awesome Michael Biehn, whom you already know from such films as Terminator, Aliens, and Tombstone. We talk with Michael Biehn about movies, his directorial experience with The Victim, providing his voice to Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon, and more. Also, Miellyn Barrows stops by to put up with Scott and Ash, while Matt and Hilary are out; and we told you so about ABC’s upcoming TV show, SHIELD. See the future.

Rated NA 104

Rated NA 103: Yub Nub

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 8 May 2013 13:24:12 +0000

A slow news week can’t keep the gang down on this May the Fourth / Free Comic Book Day celebration. We talk Shadow of the Eternals, High Heavens, Dragon Age: World of Thedas, The Elite, Star Command, and Far Cry: Blood Dragon. Ash regales us with takes of D&D, and you tell us your go-to fantasy RPG class. Utini!

Rated NA 103

Rated NA 102: Wish you were here!

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 22:41:18 +0000

The gang is back together again for the first regular podcast of the new Rated NA Century! We talk a little Hero Academy, Nintendo, New Xbox, Beyond: Two Souls, and Oxyana. We review Dark Arisen, Adera (ft. Ali Hillis) and Oblivion. SPOILER ALERT: Bioshock Infinite spoiler talk (54:20 – 1:08:07). Finally, a great NAQOTW where you tell us what you love about where you are! Wish you were here!

Rated NA 102

Special thanks to @MrSlikk for the view on 102.

Alternate podcast title: Beating the dragon.

Rated NA 101: Intro to Ali Hillis

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 02:34:42 +0000

We welcome the awesome and talented Ali Hillis back to the podcast. Ali was one of our very first interviews way back in early 2011 ( _linkage ) _, and for some reason she actually kept in touch. This time around she takes us through her origin story, how she got into acting and video games, and her love of animal rescue. Our chat concludes in a rapid fire session we call the _Lightning _round… get it?! If you’re a fan of Mass Effect, Final Fantasy, Star Craft, Kid Icarus, Gears of War, or FUSE then you’re probably already a fan of Ali. Finally, Rated NA responds to a challenge of our PC gaming cred. By the goddess!

Rated NA 101

If you’re a fan of Ali like we are, make sure you follow her on Twitter @missalihillis and harass her on a regular basis.

Rated NA 100: Victory

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 22:19:06 +0000

Episode 100 ! What else is there to say? I couldn’t be more proud of how far we’ve come, more astonished that people listen… and continue to listen, and more energized for what we’ve yet to create. We forego the usual shenanigans to answer your questions about everything and anything Nerd Appropriate, and look back at the last 100 episodes. Also, in our NAQOTW, your responses to our signature question (we answer it too). Thank you for all of your tweets, likes, comments, and continued support, it means more to us than we can ever express in words.

Rated NA 100

Bonus: Haven’t deciphered our thinly veiled references to a certain character from a certain sci-fi film? Enjoy this bonus cover art, courtesy of @pL4tiNumfi5t

Rated NA - Special PAX East BioWare Base Coverage: Getting a Job at BioWare

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Sun, 7 Apr 2013 12:00:00 +0000

Listen to this episode to hear how BioWare hiring managers, including a couple members of the HR team, recruit talented folks to join the BioWare family.

Rated NA - Special PAX East BioWare Base Coverage: BioWare: Behind the Scenes

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Sun, 7 Apr 2013 12:00:00 +0000

Take a step behind the curtain as the BioWare team talks about what it’s like working at the Edmonton and Montreal studios.

Rated NA - Special PAX East BioWare Base Coverage: Mass Effect: Exploring the Universe

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Sat, 6 Apr 2013 12:00:00 +0000

Mass Effect Senior Creative Director, Preston Watamaniuk, members of the Mass Effect team, and special guest Raphael Sbarge, voice of Kaidan Alenko, provide behind-the-scenes insight into the trilogy.

Rated NA - Special PAX East BioWare Base Coverage: Voice Acting: Tips Tricks & How to Get Started

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Sat, 6 Apr 2013 12:00:00 +0000

Join special guest Raphael Sbarge, voice of Mass Effect’s Kaidan Alenko and Knights of the Old Republic’s Carth Onasi, and the BioWare team to find out more about voice acting in video games.

Rated NA - Special PAX East BioWare Base Coverage: Dragon Age: Thedas Unlocked

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Sat, 6 Apr 2013 12:00:00 +0000

Dragon Age Creative Director, Mike Laidlaw, members of the Dragon Age team as well as special guests give an entertaining look into the vibrant world of Thedas.

Rated NA - Special PAX East BioWare Base Coverage: Dragon Age: Thedas Unlocked

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Fri, 5 Apr 2013 12:00:00 +0000

Dragon Age Executive Producer, Mark Darrah and members of the Dragon Age team as well as special guests dive into the Dragon Age franchise.

Rated NA - Special PAX East BioWare Base Coverage: Mass Effect: Exploring the Universe

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Fri, 5 Apr 2013 12:00:00 +0000

Mass Effect Senior Creative Director, Preston Watamaniuk, members of the Mass Effect team, and special guests talk in-depth about the Commander Shepard trilogy.

Rated NA - Special PAX East BioWare Base Coverage: Creating BioWare Comics & Apparel

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Fri, 5 Apr 2013 12:00:00 +0000

Dragon Age Creative Director, Mike Laidlaw and guests from Dark Horse Comics and Treehouse Brand Stores discuss how partners bring you the coolest tie-ins to BioWare games.

Rated NA 99: Gentleman Podcast

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 2 Apr 2013 22:50:21 +0000

The gang returns from PAX East 2013 with tales of gaming, friendship, and pax pox. In Hilary’s absence, an attempt at a gentleman podcast is made. We talk about our favorite games, from AAA to indie, from tabletop to mobile. Finally, you share your favorite, recent con memories with us in our NAQOTW.

Rated NA 99

Rated NA 98: Foreplay – Romance in Games

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 19:02:00 +0000

On this special edition podcast we present the audio from the PAX East Panel:_ Foreplay, Romance in Games_ with our very own, Hilary. This awesome panel was moderated by Sean Baptiste from Fire Hose Games, featuring Aenne and Melissa from Reset Transmission and our pals, Miellyn and Lacy Wilson from Tin Man Games. Oh, and Raphael Sbarge was kind enough to make a surprise appearance on the panel, enjoy!

Whatever happened to foreplay? People tend to talk (and program) a lot about sex in games and forget all about the delicious build up. But with growing female and non-traditional male consumer bases, game developers are starting to reach beyond the adolescent male fantasy. You can get hitched in Skyrim, have a steamy bath with your lady in Witcher 2, and woo a whole lot of different people in Mass Effect… and that’s just the tip of the iceberg.

Rated NA 98

Rated NA 97: Julia Voth

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 21:37:12 +0000

Actress Julia Voth (Resident Evil, Bitch Slap) stops by to talk about her new web series, Project S.E.R.A. We also chat about Saskatchewan, the Canadian sitcom Package Deal, and the joy of picture frame wall arrangement Julia is genuine, down to earth, and fun to chat with, so we hope you enjoy the interview. Of course, we also provide a healthy dose of our regular hi-jinks with Veronica Mars and DC Universe movie news. Pistol-Clothesline!

Rated NA 97

Project SERA

Package Deal

Rated NA 96: An even more awkward position

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 13 Mar 2013 01:08:32 +0000

Clayton Donnan from Code Cyclone joins us to talk about their new game, Killing Social. We continue our countdown to PAX East with with a pit stop at a Gears of War Judgement preview event. Plus, reviews of SimCity, Tomb Raider, Oz The Great and Powerful and a spoiler-free omni-scan of Mass Effect 3 Citadel DLC. Finally, we discuss our SimCity-inspired fictional metropolis names with you in our NAQOTW. Katana Strike!

Killing Social

Rated NA 96

Rated NA 95: A Pirate’s Life

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 5 Mar 2013 12:14:20 +0000

Miellyn Barrows drops in, shenanigans ensue, and we look forward to PAX East. Assassin’s Creed has gone pirate, Mass Effect gets a Reckoning, Dead Space 3 gets spoilery, and The Bridge melts minds. Finally, you tell us your essential items for a plague free convention season in our NAQOTW. Ahoy!

Rated NA 95

Rated NA 94: Take Five

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 26 Feb 2013 02:19:58 +0000

And after a few takes, we discuss the PS4, new Mass Effect 3 DLC, and gaming websites. We review Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance, Anna Karenina, Die Hard 5, and Paper Mario: Sticker Star. Finally you tell us about the most difficult and rewarding boss fights in our NAQOTW. Improvise!

Rated NA 94

Rated NA 93: Size-appropriate triceratops

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 19 Feb 2013 18:18:06 +0000

The gang is back together, which can only mean one thing… more singing! We also discuss the Xbox UI, System Shock 2 on GOG, Aliens Colonial Marines, and streaming possibilities on the PS4. Hilary takes Flight and Matt gathers around Magic 2013 on XBLA. Finally, you help us assemble a team to save the Earth from an asteroid apocalypse in our NAQOTW. Thank you for being a friend.

Rated NA 93

Rated NA 92: Virtual High-Five!

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 13:33:37 +0000

With Hil out, Nate from Reset Transmission makes a surprise appearance on the podcast, literally. What better way to spend your Valentines week than with a Bro-cast! Star Wars movie news and new Dreamcast games will never stop, while the Justice League film probably will. Journey scoops up more honors at the DICE awards, while we continue our review in progress of Dead Space 3. We take a look at Netflix’s House of Cards, the return of Community, the Dark Knights Returns animated feature… and Shia Lebouf?. Finally, we discuss what you want to see in the next Assassin’s Creed game. High-Five!

Rated NA 92

Rated NA 91: Late nights with Nerd Appropriate

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 6 Feb 2013 03:29:53 +0000

We continue our countdown to PAX with new schemes. Also, news about Witcher 3, and an announcement on the horizon from Sony. Ash checks out the new film, Warm Bodies, and the gang gives some early impressions of Dead Space 3. Finally, you help us wildly speculate about most wanted features in the PS4 in our NAQOTW.

Rated NA 91

Rated NA 90: Keys in The Bowl with Jessica Merizan

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 29 Jan 2013 22:49:05 +0000

Jessica Merizan stops by to talk about community management at BioWare, Crabcat Industries, Try This At Home on Nerdist, and… tomahawks?! We also discuss the latest from the Marvel movie circuit and the announcement that JJ Abrams is directing Star Wars VII. Finally, you talk community events with us in our NAQOTW. So throw your keys in the bowl, sit back, and relax.

Rated NA 90

Rated NA 89: An unexpected podcast

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 22 Jan 2013 16:01:48 +0000

Miellyn Barrows makes an unexpected appearance on the podcast as Matt’s internet implodes. We talk about Far Cry 3, Borderlands 2 DLC, the Dead Space 3 demo, and what Epcot was like in the late ’80s… just go with it. You let us know what fictional character deserves their own real-life monument. The road to PAX East starts now!

Rated NA 89

Rated NA 88: The Walking Tech

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 16 Jan 2013 23:13:17 +0000

Gaming news from CES including Steam Box prototypes, Project Shiled, and Illumiroom. Ash tells us about Anarchy Reigns, and we have a healthy roundtable discussion about the Walking Dead. In our NAQOTW, you tell us what woefully overlooked franchise, character, or genre we need to see more of in the future. Let the gaming begin!

Rated NA 88

Rated NA 87: The Year in Preview

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 8 Jan 2013 23:44:41 +0000

It’s the year 2013. Ash makes a fly-by of the games coming out in the first quarter, and we give our early opinions about each. We go in-depth with Rad Soldiers, Fable: The Journey, Downtown Abbey, Far Cry 3 and more tales from the ‘verse in FTL. Finally, Matt previews some likely nerdy highlights of all of 2013 including movies, comics, and tech. And, as always, your responses in our NAQOTW. Warm up your crystal balls and plug in that crusty Zoltar machine… It’s time!

Rated NA 87

Rated NA 86: Beautiful Merman

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 26 Dec 2012 18:32:39 +0000

On this final podcast of 2012 we take a look back at some of our favorite things. We talk THQ, Amazon TV, and Windows Phone, and review some highly addicting games in Middle Manager of Justice and FTL: Faster than Light. Finally, your top 5 things from the year. We couldn’t do it without you, thanks for listening! Here’s to a great 2013!

Rated NA 86

Rated NA 85: Keepin’ It Real -w- Ashly Burch

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 16:10:49 +0000

Is there room on the Rated NA podcast for two nerds named Ash? We’re joined on this week’s episode of Rated NA by writer, actress, and all around creative whirlwind, Ashly Burch. Ashly and her brother Anthony are the masterminds behind the incredibly hilarious comedy series _ Hey Ash Whatcha’ Playin? _( HAWP). If web comedy isn’t your thing, Ashly also voiced everyone’s favorite 13 year old explosive expert Tiny Tina in Borderlands 2! We were lucky enough to have Ash on for the entire episode and ended up gushing for hours about Mass Effect, The Walking Dead, XCOM and more.. Oh yeah, we also got around to reading your listener responses to this week’s NAQOTW.

Rated NA 85

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Rated NA 84: Gem in the Eye

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 11 Dec 2012 03:16:26 +0000

The gang recaps the VGAs, Humble Bundle is awesome-er, Spellwood is a mobile gem, and we get our hands dirty with AC3 multiplayer. Finally, your thoughts and impressions about the award show’s winners and losers. Its more fun than finding magical games to put into the eye sockets of statues.

Rated NA 84

Rated NA 83: Choose Your Own Adventure

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 4 Dec 2012 02:28:42 +0000

Author and creator, Miellyn Barrows joins us on the podcast to talk about her new Gamebook Adventure, “ Strange Loves: Vampire Boyfriends“. We talk about Nintendo’s WiiU, the new X-Men movie, Bungie’s new IP, Hero Academy, the documentary “Resurrect Dead”, Twilight: Breaking Dawn Part 2, and a great Humble Bundle. Finally, shenanigans ensue with our NAQOTW: “What supernatural being/creature would you love to have a relationship with and why?” We proudly dedicate this episode to our mothers…

Rated NA 83

Rated NA 82: Omega Explosion!! with Mike Gamble

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 27 Nov 2012 21:25:16 +0000

From the icy wastes of Canada Rated NA 82 is joined by special guest Mike Gamble of Bioware to talk production, Mass Effect, and the brand spanking new Omega DLC. We also discuss our Thanksgiving holidays and this year’s door buster madness! Oh yeah, we do quick reviews of Halo 4, ACIII (ship combat), The Walking Dead: Episode Five, Borderlands 2 DLC, and our buddy Steve’s new film Lincoln! This episode is filled with more idiocy and explosions than ever before!! EXPLOSIONS!1!!

Rated NA 82

Rated NA 81: Amy Acker

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 20 Nov 2012 02:29:43 +0000

We couldn’t be more excited to have Actress Amy Acker on the podcast to talk about TV (Angel, Dollhouse, Alias, and even S.H.I.E.L.D. ), film, Much Ado About Nothing, and… pickling? Is there anything she can’t do?! As always you can follow our Twitter feed here @NerdAppropriate or subscribe to our weekly podcasts here on the ol’ iTunes. Thanks so much for checking us out.

Rated NA 81

Rated NA 80: Wars Stars

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 6 Nov 2012 15:17:26 +0000

Wind, rain and sickness won’t keep us from you. Disney buys Lucasfilm, Marvel works on new Avengers stuff, and Microsoft looks at phone hardware. We review Wreck it Ralph and Walking Dead Ep 4, plus our early impressions of AC3 and indie-platforming darling, Pid. Finally, we find out who you’d recast for Luke, Leia, and Han in Star Wars Episode 7. Who is Haytham?!

Rated NA 80

Rated NA 79: And it feels so good

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 30 Oct 2012 18:34:46 +0000

The gang is finally back together again to talk X-Com, Dance Central 3, Borderlands 2 DLC, and Dishonored. We talk technology with the iPad Mini and Microsoft Surface. We also gush over Avengers news, and Hilary spoils a movie or two. On this pre-Halloween contest we reminisce about costumes with your responses in our NAQOTW! Spooky!

Rated NA 79

Rated NA 78: Ashley Eckstein

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Mon, 22 Oct 2012 21:00:21 +0000

Are you guys ready this?! On this week’s episode of Rated NA, Scott returns from Italy, Hilary visits Canada and we’re joined by actress Ashley Eckstein from Star Wars: The Clone Wars! We’re huge fans of Ashley and all the great stuff she’s a part of, so make sure you let @HerUniverseknow that you enjoyed the episode. Barring disaster, we’ll return next week with a “regular” episode filled with more nerdy news and info than you can handle. Hope you’re all doing well!

Rated NA 78

Oh yeah! If you’re joining us for the very first time and love voice acting as much as we do, have a look at some of our previous interviews and podcasts with some of the finest voice actors in the entire galaxy.

Interview: Ali Hillis

Interview: Tara Platt

Podcast: Jennifer Hale

As always you can download subcribe and download past episodes of Rated NA on iTunes for zero dollars.

Rated NA 77: Husband Swap!

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 9 Oct 2012 19:24:17 +0000

Today we talk about the exit of Cliffy B, Fallout…MMO?, Mass Effect 3 Retaliation, and a new web series for some indie game called Halo 4. We review the new Resident Evil 6, Looper and revisit an old stand by in Lost. Finally we close it out with your NAQOTW’s for US (What a twist!). Did I mention that we have Nate Hales from Press 2 Reset and Reset Transmission as a guest in Scott’s absence? Well we do, and he’s awesome. As always, thank you to Jimmy Hinson (@biggiantcircles) for supplying the best theme song in the biz.

Rated NA 77: ALL ZUNE PODCAST

Rated NA 76: No Mess Ups Allowed!!

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Mon, 1 Oct 2012 18:37:39 +0000

Sorry Hilary fans, she’s not on this week’s episode due to a severe case of the ol’ conjunctivitis (see: poop eyes). The male members of NA pull themselves away from Borderlands 2 just long enough to talk about their weekly adventures in nerdery. Topics this week include Borderlands 2 (duh), Double Dragon Neon, fall television, and some more Google shenanigans. We also read some of your incredible answers to this week’s NAQOTW: What Fall video games and television shows look good enough to have you order pizza and live in your pajamas?

Rated NA 76

Rated NA 75: Question of the Weekes

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 25 Sep 2012 00:52:49 +0000

75 episodes of Rated NA! Can you believe that we’ve made it this far? We sure can’t. This week the gang welcomes Patrick Weekes, writer on the Mass Effect series, to talk about his craft and his new book, The Palace Job. We also briefly reflect on our lives pre-Borderlands 2 and give you the details on a few contests we’re running with some incredible prizes. Oh yeah, Patrick was also cool enough to answer a number of your awesome listener questions as well. Enjoy!

Rated NA 75

Rated NA 74: I’ll take all the dongles

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 18 Sep 2012 02:35:38 +0000

The gang gets into some spirited discussion about the Wii U talking prices, hardware, games, and your feels. There’s a new iPhone and a new jam from CossbySweater. We review Transformers: FoC, the new Resident Evil movie, JJ Abrams’ Revolution, and the Walking Dead Episode 3. Nah-Quatto!

Rated NA 74

Rated NA 73: Master of the Orange Shorts (PAX Prime pt 1)

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Mon, 10 Sep 2012 00:53:34 +0000

The gang returns from PAX Prime 2012 amidst an explosion of new device announcements. Tales of parties, hi-jinks, and games… along with our usual nonsense. Finally, your favorite convention memories.

Rated NA 73

Rated NA 72: Nerd Appropriate Strikes Back

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 28 Aug 2012 13:22:50 +0000

Ash and Scott return from Star Wars Celebration VI to bring you tales of fun from a galaxy far, far away. We do spoiler-free talk about the season finale’s of Newsroom and True Blood. And, in the spirit of SWCVI, we ask: What is your Bounty Hunter name? Hijinks ensue as the gang prepares for PAX Prime. We’re going to need a bigger bacta tank.

Rated NA 72

Rated NA 71: It’s ladies night somewhere

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 21 Aug 2012 21:18:27 +0000

The gang gets into karaoke in the QOTW. We talk SWCVI, PAX Prime, tech business, Avengers 2, and Capcom’s Remember me. We review ME3′s Firefight DLC, Nexus 7, Orcs Must Die 2, Risen 2, Darksiders 2, and Bourne Legacy. Special thanks this week to Mark Dago for the Star Wars inspired track Knightfall (produced by Fisch), available at markdago.bandcamp.com

Rated NA 71

Rated NA 70: Jennifer Hale – Hale to the Queen

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 7 Aug 2012 01:11:13 +0000

The incredibly talented Jennifer Hale talks to us about voice acting, inspiration, staying healthy, and some Commander something or other. We sit awestruck.

Special thanks to axl99 for this episode’s cover art. As always, our awesome theme song is by BigGiantCircles.

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Rated NA 70

Rated NA 69: An Awkward Position

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 31 Jul 2012 12:44:37 +0000

Nerd rage abounds on this podcast as we talk about London Olympics, Violence in Games, Windows H8, and an Avengers TV show. We review Indie Game: The Movie, The Dark Knight Rises, and Wreckateer for Kinect. Finally, your plans for a video game triathlon in our QotW. “69, Dudes!”

Rated NA 69

Rated NA 68: The long Con (and Vorcha thongs)

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 25 Jul 2012 00:10:58 +0000

The gang is back from Comic Con and we give you the rundown on all the adventures. Also we talk about your dream con panels. Somehow, we also spend half the episode talking about Vorcha thongs. So, um, yeah.

Rated NA 68

Rated NA 67: SDCC 2012 Interview Special

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 18 Jul 2012 15:53:02 +0000

On this special episode Ash and Scott take you through our interviews from San Diego Comic Con 2012. Ash meets up with David Gaider, the lead writer of BioWare’s Dragon Age, during preview night. Next, we talk to the busy ladies form Team Unicorn about Voltron and toy collecting. Finally, a fun chat with actress Courtenay Taylor (Jack from Mass Effect) at the BioWare base about voice acting… and Floaty Pens? We also bring you some audio from the Firefly 10th anniversary panel and press conference. Shiny.

Rated NA 67

Rated NA 66: The Podcast of the Beast

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Fri, 6 Jul 2012 20:22:01 +0000

On this beast of a podcast we talk SDCC, Google IO, Amazon’s power outage, the return of the return of Jean Grey, consumer spending, AC3, and Yolo?! We review ME:EC, Walking Dead ep 2, Amazing Spider-Man, Newsroom, Strike Fleet Omega, and Resident Evil 6 demo. Finally, we talk about the game’s that you wish had their own extended cuts. Excellent!

Rated NA 66

Rated NA 65: Underpants pop filter

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 27 Jun 2012 01:09:26 +0000

We achieve audio engineering excellence as we talk about Microsoft Surface, Xbox, Amazon TV, Nintendo 3DS XL and the much anticipated Mass Effect Extended Cut. We review Brave, Dragon Age: Dawn of the Seeker, Beseiged 2, and continue the Summer Game Pile series. Finally, your responses about your jobs in the Star Wars universe. Silky Smooth!

Rated NA 65

Rated NA 64: Whiskey gravy, on the rocks

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 19 Jun 2012 21:08:58 +0000

We get together at the end of a long week to bring you the latest from Microsoft, Comic Con, and upcoming games. We review Lollipop Chainsaw, Spirit Camera, Uber Cab, and in-progress talk about Kingdoms of Amalur and Hunger Games. Finally, we talk about Dads on this Father’s Day edition podcast.

Rated NA 64

Rated NA 63: Rant-tastic Voyage

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 12 Jun 2012 21:20:43 +0000

E3 madness continues and Scott goes on a rant. News about Skyrim, 38 Studios, WWDC, Nerd HQ, and Max Payne mobile. Hilary reviews Prometheus, Matt reviews Snow White, and Ash recaps the latest Game of Thrones season. Finally, we hear your impressions from the past weeks E3 shenanigans. Weeeeuuuu.

Rated NA 63

Rated NA 62: E3XTRAVAGANZA

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Sat, 9 Jun 2012 02:46:34 +0000

Today we talk about E3, the games, the pressers, and well THE GAMES! Still rocking our new intro from http://www.biggiantcircles.com. So tune in and enjoy!

Rated NA 62: E3EXTRAVAGANZA

Rated NA 61: Large Huge Ellipsoids

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 5 Jun 2012 01:26:09 +0000

Brand new theme song from Jimmy Hinson aka Big Giant Circles!! We talk Gears, Star Wars, Zombies, pre-E3, Microsoft, Comics, Mass Effect, Dragon’s Dogma, Max Payne 3 and more! On this music inspired episode you tell us what the soundtrack to your life would sound like. Thank you BGC!

Rated NA 61

Rated NA 60: Wife Swap

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 30 May 2012 00:00:04 +0000

Aenne Schumann from Press 2 Reset joins the NA crew for a superhero crossover podcast! We talk Mass Effect news, 38 Studios, technology news, and ALF! We review Max Payne 3, Diablo 3, Awesomenauts, Dream Machine. Our Summer Game Pile series also continues. In this week’s community question, we explore the possibilities of time travel. Awkward silences FTW!

Rated NA 60

And be sure to listen to Ash and Hilary on Reset Transmission here:

http://press2reset.com/2012/05/29/45th-transmission/

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http://press2reset.com/

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Rated NA 59: banging stuff and collecting things and then making stuff

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 15 May 2012 01:34:47 +0000

We’re back on a short week to talk Republique, TV deathwatch, Avengers, Minecraft, ME3: Operation Silencer, and Sniper Elite V2. We also continue our “summer game pile” series, and take your answers to our open thread about sidekicks in a post apocalyptic world. Beware the creepers.

Rated NA 59

Additional show notes:

Republique = http://tinyurl.com/bvscjyx
NBC shows = http://insideblip.com/node/851/nbc-cleaning-slate-with-8-new-shows.html
Green Arrow = http://ifanboy.com/articles/green-light-the-cw-picks-up-arrow/
Saints Row 3 = http://kotaku.com/5907364/saints-row-the-thirds-april-fools-joke-gets-real-with-enter-the-dominatrix

Rated NA 58: Stick in the spokes

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 10 May 2012 21:38:15 +0000

Holy guacamole, PAX Prime is sold out and Avengers is selling like hotcakes. News about an Elder Scrolls MMO, Ant Man movie, another departure at G4, and our upcoming “wife swap” with Reset Transmission. We start playing down our Summer Game Piles, and review Star Wars Kinect, Dragon Age: Silent Grove, The Avengers, Fable Heroes, and The Infinite Horizon. This week’s community question: Which game, movie, or TV show would you help create with unlimited resources?

Rated NA 58

**Additional show notes: **

Ant Man – http://www.slashfilm.com/potd-edgar-wright-teases-ant-man/
Kevin Pereira – supercreative.tv
Press 2 Reset – Reset Transmission
Break music – “Hobbit Song” – http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AfLV_N0aUS8

Rated NA 57: Not my nuts

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 1 May 2012 02:46:25 +0000

Hilary is back for more podcasting adventures. We talk about a departure from G4, PAX Prime registration, The Game of Game of Thrones, and, Fringe news, a Mass Effect 3 composer featured within the Animoog iOS app. We review the first chapter of The Walking Dead game, Dragon’s Dogma demo, The Witcher 2, Cabin in the Woods, and Mass Effect Homeworlds #1. Finally, we talk about your wishlist for a next-gen console experience.

Rated NA 57

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Opening
Rundown
News:
Sessler leaves G4
PAX Prime reg breakdown
“Not my nuts”
The game of Game of Thrones
Mass Effect 3 composer on Animoog
http://www.moogmusic.com/news/momentum-sascha-dikiciyan
http://www.sonicmayhem.com/
Fringe lives to see a 5th and final season

Reviews:
Dragon’s Dogma
Witcher 2
Cabin in the woods
Mass Effect: Homeworlds #1
Ash talks about AC Slater
Matt mentions XForce

Open Thread:”With a new console on the horizon, what game or feature would make you excited enough to upgrade?”
Mention: The future of next gen consoles? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZS33cENjyRs

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Rated NA 56: East coast, west coast battle

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 00:04:25 +0000

We welcome special guest Hilary from Cabcat Industries to the podcast, and take a moment to get to know each other a little better. It wouldn’t be a podcast without Mass Effect talk (including a remix album from FotP, BigGiantCircles), then we dive into Brea Grant’s KickStarter project, The Witcher 2, Fez, new podcast friends in Reset Transmission, Comic Con Episode IV A Fan’s Hope, Legend of Korra, and Robotek for mobile. Finally, we talk about your “dream jobs.” Haa-ARGH!

Rated NA 56

Rated NA 55: PAX East 2012 recap-o-rama

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 02:16:39 +0000

We’re back from PAX and have thus far avoided “the pox”. In this special episode we have a slew of reviews, previews, and tales of wonder and adventure from Boston. Rated NA 55

Rated NA 54: Winning at life

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 3 Apr 2012 01:08:45 +0000

Since none of us won the mega lottery, we’re back! We talk about fan-made Wing Commander, KickStarter, Harry Potter, New comic-based TV cartoons, SEGA’s woes, and the new Superman. We take a look at Angry Birds in Space, ( now with gravitational pull), and give early impressions of Kid Icarus uprising for the 3DS. Finally, we look ahead to convention season and talk about your most anticipated releases this year. Special thanks to Jimmy Hinson (aka Big Giant Circles) for rejoin music from the album Legacy, featuring unused material originally intended for Mass Effect 2. Awesome!

Rated NA 54

Rated NA 53: We plan the podcast on the podcast

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 27 Mar 2012 02:01:39 +0000

It’s high time for Mass Effect 3 spoiler talk, with your feedback on the community response. We also highlight Brea Grant’s new film: Best Friends Forever, and review Resident Evil: Operation Raccoon City, The Hunger Games (film), and the very addictive rComplex for iOS. Let’s get into it.

Rated NA 53

Rated NA 52: Spoiler-free nerdery

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Mon, 12 Mar 2012 18:34:08 +0000

We’re back together for an old-school style round-table recording. In the throws of ME3, we stay spoiler-free. We talk about the recent SWTOR summit, and the DC Comics site relaunch. We have reviews of I am Alive, Mass Effect: Infiltrator for iOS, and Matt’s Comic pick of the week. Finally, we discuss some spoiler-free first impressions of ME3, and whether or not there should be a Mass Effect MMO.

Rated NA 52

Rated NA 51: We ride on the backs of Elcor

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 6 Mar 2012 04:41:59 +0000

On this pre-ME3 podcast, we ask for your outlandish predictions of the highly anticipated game. We also look ahead to PAX East and ComicCon. Assassin’s Creed 3 has a revolutionary new setting, and Windows 8 gets an Xbox Companion. We review Squids on Android, Awake on NBC, and Matt’s Comic PotW. Listen now, it’s as easy as getting your space game out of a tree!

Rated NA 51

Rated NA 50: Now with more slide whistle

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 28 Feb 2012 23:05:00 +0000

On this special milestone podcast, we talk about what NA and your support mean to us. We discuss Borderlands 2, Mass Effect 3 multiplayer, Alan Wake American Nightmare, Hero Academy, SSX, Gotham City Impostors, and Matt’s Oscar move roundup and comic book picks. Finally, past interviewee’s and NA alum join in on our conversation about how today’s media will be viewed in 100 years. This podcast features music from chiptune artist, Leeni ( leeni.bandcamp.com), as well as music from The Glitch Mob. Yesssss!

Rated NA 50

Rated NA 49: My galactic readiness level is bigger

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 22:05:46 +0000

Double Fine proves the world still loves adventure games. We talk about Mass Effect 3 (naturally), and a Blizzard update. We give early KoA: Reckoning impressions, Matt brings his Oscar Deathmatch Challenge, and we review Hero Academy, Fear Agent TPB, a Conan comic, and look back at the SWTOR: The first 50 levels. Finally we talk about nerdy Valentine’s Day gifts. Special thanks to Magnus Palsson (aka SoulEye) for our featured track, “Pushing Onwards” from VVVVVV.

Rated NA 49

Rated NA 48: Point and Click

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Mon, 6 Feb 2012 22:18:42 +0000

Ender’s Game movie cast update, Trilobye Games resurfaces, and Ash finally watches Alcatraz, finally. A Mass Effect book is released and fans’ heads explode. We also review the Iron Brigade DLC, Oscar movie picks, Dragon Age: Asunder, We3 deluxe release, and mobile game, TripleTown. Finally we read your responses to our Open Thread question about meeting your idols. Shiny.

Rated NA 48

Rated NA 47: Vote Blasto for ME3 MP!

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 23:29:00 +0000

Excited for ME3? So are we! We take your tweets about which multiplayer race / class you’re most excited to play. We also talk Resident Evil, Nick McCarthy’s “The Pact”, Alcatraz, Asura’s Wrath, and Kingdoms of Amalur. A super special thanks to silverwillow (via deviantART) for this episode’s coverart. Enkindle THIS!

Rated NA 47

Rated NA 46: Sweater Talk

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 01:13:08 +0000

Reviews of Shelf Life, Amy, Choplifter HD, NFL Blitz, Google TV 2.0 (vs. the Roku Stick?), and we lose one of our own to Minecraft. Oh, and we continue our SWTOR adventures. Also, the news, and responses to your twitter question about dream video game cross-promotions. Brought to you by the tubes that power the Internet.

Rated NA 46: Sweater Talk

Rated NA 45: Ocular Surgery

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 23:06:17 +0000

Rated NA 45

Join us in our year end wrap up as we bring you stats on SWTORs opening week, the Ocean Marketing debacle, and reviews of Super Mario 3D, Alcatraz (pilot), Young Adult, Assassin’s Creed: Revelations, and Saints Row: The Third. Finally, we talk about our favorite movies, games, comics, etc of 2011 along with your twitter responses. Blam!

Rated NA 44: Hello me, it’s me again

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 21:46:29 +0000

Rated NA 44

Matt returns to spread Black Friday cheer. We talk about rumored Gears projects, Netflix, and shopping madness. We review the latest installments of Kirby, Assassins Creed, and Elder Scrolls. Ash reviews a Return of the Living Dead Documentary, and it’s finally time to talk SWTOR. Finally.

Rated NA 43: Bananaboat Sith Warrior

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 8 Dec 2011 11:47:08 +0000

Rated NA 43

Whats new in the worlds of SWTOR and Mass Effect? Gearbox is good people, and we update our fall TV predictions. Reviews of Skyrim, Rayman Origins, Uncharted 3, and Battlefield 3. Finally, we try to convince “D the P” to play SWTOR in our open thread. Featuring Cossby Sweater’s “Comedians”, nice! (http://cossbysweater.bandcamp.com/)

Rated NA 42: Sliders are just small sandwiches

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 22:42:21 +0000

Rated NA 42

In this episode we sing songs, and talk about food. Also, we talk Batman Arkham City, Squids for iOS, In Living Color, SWTOR, Resident Evil, Dance Central 2, Battlefield 3, and the Ico HD remake. And, of course, your Twitter responses. Treat yo’ self.

Rated NA 41: Veritable cornucopia

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Sat, 19 Nov 2011 17:10:40 +0000

Reviews are a-plenty! Mass Effect comic, The Thing, another Spider-Man game, Grimm, Dance Central 2, Batman: Arkham City (hint: it’s good) and more. We bring the news, and your responses to our twitter question about comic book video games. Special thanks to Mark Dago for the track, “Dynamite Punch” from “Kill Screen” (markdago.bandcamp.com). A true feast for your nerdy appetite!

Rated NA 41

Rated NA 40: Lordy Lordy

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 00:54:17 +0000

Rated NA 40: Lordy Lordy

We talk Dragon Age DLC and Redemption, Matt plays the most brutally unforgiving game of 2011, and we take a first look at Uncharted 3 multiplayer. We have news about Hulu, Microsoft, and Transformers as well as your responses to our twitter questions about celebrities in games. Enjoy!

Rated NA 39 – Duh Nah Nuh Neh Naaa Nah Neh

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Sat, 29 Oct 2011 21:07:08 +0000

Enjoying our music intros? Today we talked Kindle refresh, Fall TV ratings, BF:3 beta, The kid choking batman of hecklers, and Uncharted on the subway diet. We review X-Men Destiny, Terra Nova, GoW3, and the 52. Finally in our open thread we discuss mobile gaming.

Rated NA 39 – Duh Nah Nuh Neh Naaa Nah Neh

Rated NA 38: Denver the Last Dinosaur, He’s my friend!

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Sat, 22 Oct 2011 21:36:42 +0000

…and so much more.

This episode we talk SWTOR, Science!, Netflix breakup and Google v Facebook. We review Hobo with A Shotgun, Gears of War 3, New Girl and the DC 52. Lastly we talk TV ratings in the open thread. Is your vote being counted? We also use music from our buddy Jimmy Hinson over at http://www.biggiantcircles.com/. Go pick up his new album Impostor Nostalgia now!

Rated NA 38 – Denver the Last Dinosaur

Rated NA 37: Ryan and Ash Work Through Their Issues

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Sat, 15 Oct 2011 04:56:44 +0000

Ryan’s back! We work through Ryan and Ash’s issues with each other. We talk about the Vita, Felicia Day, Hulu, Netflix and SWTOR. We review Red State by Kevin Smith, Clone Wars Season IV, Warhammer 40k: Space Marine, and the Ringer. Lastly we take your twitter answers and finally I edit the living crap out of this episode.

Rated NA 37: Ryan and Ash Work Through Their Issues

Rated NA 36 – We Are Sketch Comedy Gods

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Mon, 19 Sep 2011 21:10:40 +0000

This week we discuss new releases, Back to the Future footwear, and boobs & sex. We review Squids on iOS, Leedmes on Kinect, we pick some new 52 and continue our Deus Ex talk. Then we take the twitter question for the week about gaming tropes and your likes and dislikes.

Rated NA 36

Rated NA 35: A Masters Course In the English Language

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Mon, 12 Sep 2011 18:00:18 +0000

Today we learn that we have no idea how to talk but we do anyways. We discuss Star Wars Blu-ray “improvements”, Team Bondi breakup, and follow up on PAX. We continue our discussion about Deus Ex, talk about Assassin’s Creed multiplayer beta, Ash’s acting debut in Homecoming, and the beginning of the DC 52. Then we take your twitter questions on what franchises deserve a comeback.

Rated NA 35

Rated NA 34 – How’s your beard?

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Sat, 3 Sep 2011 04:46:21 +0000

Today we talk about WebOS will they/won’t they and Samsung Galaxy S II eluding Scott’s grasp. We review Deus Ex, Wipeout Kinect and the card game Nightfall. We tweet about our desert island requirements and chat about finishing games ( because of this article)

Rated NA 34 – How’s Your Beard?

Rated NA 33: Spoilerful

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Sun, 28 Aug 2011 23:25:27 +0000

Today we talk about the googs buying Motorola, HP shutting down WebOS, some Bioware news, and on the set with Batman/Avengers. We review A Day in the Life, The Guild, and Aisha Tyler’s new podcast Girl on Guy. Lastly we do an spoilerful open thread on game endings and take your twitter answers.

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Rated NA 32: Good Morning

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 18 Aug 2011 16:17:50 +0000

We woke up early to bring you this latest edition of Rated NA. Today we talk about the Facebook phone number debacle, Google+ and gaming, Eureka’s sad news, as well as some Gears of War news. We review the latest Gears of War book, Fruit Ninja Kinect (and Android), and Earth’s Mightiest Heroes: The Avengers. Finally we talk about our favorite gaming heroes and read off your twitter answers.

Rated NA 32: Good Morning

Rated NA 31: Ash Wants a Foot Rub

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 10 Aug 2011 17:35:34 +0000

Today we discuss Google+, a Blonde Female Shepard in ME3, a Black & Latino Spider-man, and the 3DS price drop. We review Captain America and Dragon Age 2 Legends, we answer some twitter questions and Ash gives us a wrap up of comic-con.

Rated NA 31 – Ash Wants a Foot Rub

Rated NA 30: All Scott wants to do is read Super Dinosaur

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Sun, 31 Jul 2011 05:14:00 +0000

We are joined by special guests Melissa and Amy today to talk about Indie Game the movie, Netflix, and preview some trailers we saw. We also review Harry Potter 7.2 and Space Alert! Chiggity Check it before I miggity make more 90′s references.

Rated Na 30: All Scott wants to do is read Super Dinosaur

Rated NA 29: Comic Con Preview and TV Death Watch

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Mon, 18 Jul 2011 20:47:31 +0000

Today we talk about the new Dark Knight Rises Trailer, MK Pass on XBL and we do a preview of events for Comic-Con. We review F3AR (fear 3), Child of Eden and LA Noire DLC, and finally we wrap up our TV Death watch where we predict the future lives and deaths of fall TV.

Rated NA #29

Rated NA 28: We get Trenched!

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Fri, 8 Jul 2011 15:05:14 +0000

We talk about an awesome thing Bioware is doing for www.crabcatindustries.com, as well as GI Joe casting and the huge relaunch at DC in September. We review the fantastic game Trenched, the less fantastic Duke Nukem, Red Faction: Armageddon and Google+ (the plus is for awesome).

Rated NA 28: We get Trenched!

Rated Na 27: Screen Inception

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Fri, 17 Jun 2011 15:16:33 +0000

Today on the show we wrap up E3 as best we can. Talking about the WiiU, the Vita, the non-announcements from Microsoft and we talk about all the games that gave us the feelings we’ve never felt before. Also, we review Super 8 and Mortal Kombat. Will this be the best episode ever?!? Only you can decide.

Rated NA 27 – Screen Inception

Rated NA 26: Fall 2011 TV Deathwatch

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Thu, 9 Jun 2011 22:13:00 +0000

Impromptu movie talk, Spooky Empires MayHem wrap-up, Matt’s comic picks, and we begin our Fall 2011 TV deathwatch predictions

Rated NA 26

Rated NA 25: NA Noire

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 1 Jun 2011 03:15:37 +0000

Our friends are on Rock Band, PSN peace offerings, Thor, Bridesmaids, and LA Noire – this one’s a real cliffhanger!

Rated NA 25

Rated NA 24: Ketchup in Mayo

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Fri, 20 May 2011 01:27:52 +0000

A veritable cornucopia of movie, con, tabletop and video game deliciousness.

Rated NA 24

Rated NA 23: Shock and Terror

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Mon, 16 May 2011 11:02:46 +0000

Is Birdemic the film of the year? We also look at the 2011 game release schedule and review the new Resident Evil DBG expansion.

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Rated NA 22: Electric Boogaloo

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 11 May 2011 17:00:12 +0000

What secrets does the new Wii hold? And, it’s time to start Thinking With Portals.

Rated NA 22

Rated NA 21: Guns and Narratives

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Mon, 9 May 2011 11:00:19 +0000

Derek stops by to discuss how guns “feel” in video games, and how narrative shapes entertainment experiences.

Rated NA 21

Rated NA 20: 2D image of a 3D podcast

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Sat, 7 May 2011 02:54:36 +0000

We look at 3DS tech, upcoming games, Megacon 2011 impressions, an awesome Dragon Age players guide, and more!

Rated NA 20

Rated NA 19: Pax East Hangover

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 4 May 2011 05:36:38 +0000

Previews of SWToR, Brink, Gears 3, Shoot Many Robots, FEAR 3 and much more tomfoolery as we wrap up PAX East.

Rated NA 19

Rated NA 18: Pax Pox Post Party

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Fri, 29 Apr 2011 22:36:12 +0000

Join us we reminisce with guest Amy about Pax East with panel discussion, hands on games, and Dragon Age II first impressions

Rated NA 18

Rated NA 17: Almost Legal Justice Beaver

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 26 Apr 2011 21:06:18 +0000

Catch up with talk about iPad 2, movie news, Tron remixes, video game news, and an intro to digital comic book apps.

Rated NA 17: Barely Legal Justice Beaver

Thanks for listening!

Rated NA Episode 16: Our Super Sweet 16 Party

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Sat, 23 Apr 2011 21:51:15 +0000

Stick around for a little punch and pie…

Rated NA Episode 16: Our Super Sweet 16 Party

We talk a little Amazon VOD, Bulletstorm, Dragon Age, movies Y mucho mucho mas!

Rated NA Episode #15: Ash and Ryan destroy the podcast

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Fri, 25 Mar 2011 12:00:24 +0000

We have a ton of old news, we start a review of Small World, Ryan and Ash quickly disembowel that notion and then we review Marvel Vs. Capcom 3. ENJOY!

rated na episode #15: Ash and Ryan break the podcast

Rated NA Episode 14: We launch the website…that you’re on.

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 23 Mar 2011 18:40:36 +0000

Today we talk about old news, launching the website…that you’ve been seeing for a month now, we wish Scott a farewell for his wedding and review GI Joe: Cobra (yar there be spoilers ahead), Dead Space 2, James Bond and so much more.

rated na ep 14: We launch a website…

Rated NA #13: The Guys Have A Rave

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 15 Mar 2011 02:13:53 +0000

This week we discuss Otronicon, 3DS pre-ordering (sheesh this is old), Batman casting, Kongregate app getting pulled (and subsequently re-added) to the Android marketplace and World of Starcraft. We review Tron Battlegrids for the Wii, Dead Space 2, and DCU online. And finally we do our first Day in the Life with our friend Chris Bromby from N-space games. Who tells us how he got to where he is in the industry and what people are looking for now when it comes to breaking into the video game industry. Oh and we throw a rave.

rated NA Episode 13: The Guys Have A Rave

Rated NA Episode 12: The Gang Goes Travelling (With special guest Kevin)

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Fri, 25 Feb 2011 06:22:25 +0000

Today the guys discuss Scott almost breaking his new years resolution after just 1 week, The Dark Knight Rises Ladies, Twisted Pixel at PAX, We review The Cape, Buffy Season 8 Motion Comic, Last Night on Earth and The Traveller. We talk table top gaming with our local guru Kevin O’Brien and Scott gets mad at Hulu. Plus if you listen carefully, Ash beat boxes for you.

rated NA Episode 12 (edited)

Rated NA Episode 11: Every Single Holiday, a Deck in a Box

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 22 Feb 2011 17:09:42 +0000

Today we talk nerd resolutions, we review Dead Space 2 Demo and Ascension: Chronicle of the Godslayer and we talk Magic: The Gathering

Rated NA Episode 11

Rated NA: Valentines Day Special

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Mon, 14 Feb 2011 07:30:43 +0000

Today we invite our very lovely wives (and soon-to-be wives) on to the podcast to talk about our nerdy beginnings and we play a game! the Nerdywed Game. Hope you enjoy this very different, but very special episode of the Rated NA Podcast for nerdappropriate.com

Rated NA: Valentines Day Special

Rated NA Episode 10: The guys go off on a tangent…about samurai swords

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 11 Jan 2011 05:46:52 +0000

You have to stick with it til the end to hear about the wonderful online videos that display sword and sorcery (minus any sorcery). Today we talked about battling fans (of the ceiling variety), Patton Oswalt, Catch Up Time, Illusive Man Comic, and the Korean’s “death by gaming”. We review Gears gaming session and Eureka, then we go off on a long tangent about what we are looking forward to in 2011, which somehow tied into Samurai Swords….go figure.

rated NA Episode 10: The guys go off on a tangent…about samurai swords

(Catching up slowly here, this is technically the one for last week…so HAPPY NEW YEAR!)

Rated NA Episode 9: Matt Forgets the Mic

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Mon, 10 Jan 2011 04:56:19 +0000

Well it’s not all silent or anything, but we are using the laptop mic again, so I apologize for the quality (it was a rough week). SO this is about a week or so late, but we are catching up as quickly as possibly, so let this episode transport you back to day when christmas was on the horizon and we were all hoping for little nerdling gifts under the tree, or for our Jewish friends, slightly lesser gifts, but in larger quantities spread out over many evenings….I’m getting off topic.

Tonight we spoke of Family Guy and Robot Chicken Star Wars Specials, Bulletstorm buying requirements, Bulletstorm crappy advertising, we reviewed Perfect Couples, Doritos Crash Course, and BF2BC Vietnam expansions, as well as previewed the mythical cr-48 Chrome laptop. Be sure to keep up with the penis count (2.5) here we go!

rated NA Episode 9 (edited): Matt Forgets the Mic

Rated NA Episode #8: Ash sneaks it in at the end

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 21 Dec 2010 16:01:12 +0000

So today we talk about Mass Effect 3 pre-ordering, Mass Effect 2 soundtracks, our favorite podcasts, Comic-con registration (or lack there of), and the year end Best of lists. We review two Tron games, post mortem the VGA game trailers in open thread, and we top it off with our top 5′s for the year and shamed 3′s. Plus, Ash manages to sneak it in at the end. Have a happy holiday, sorry for the delay on this going up.

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Rated NA Episode #7: Ash has a seizure

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 14 Dec 2010 04:52:56 +0000

Today we talk Google and their many announcements, Candace Bailey on AOTS, Dead Space 2, and George Lucas buying dead people. We review the deck building, table top Resident Evil game, and give our previews for the Spike VGAs, then if you stick around, it’s EMBARRASSING STORY TIME with Ash. Which is actually not when he has the seizure, that’s much earlier during the news. Thanks for listening! Also, for those that notice/care, the music bumpers have been significantly shortened, but no Micah, it’s not because I care what you think, Pilx wins the vote on this one, thanks buddy.

rated NA Episode #7: Ash has a seizure

Rated NA Episode #6: Ladies in the House.

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 7 Dec 2010 04:36:31 +0000

We have guests! Our good friends Amy and Haley stop by to talk girls in gaming and nerdery in general. We have news about a leaked Blizzard release schedule, Microsoft possibly bringing TV to your Xbox, and Heath Ledger making an appearance in the next Batman movie. We review Assassin Creed Brotherhoods multiplayer and the Guild Trade Paperback. Plus we eat pizza and live-cast on our new streaming channel. More of that to come. Oh, also, we finally use the mic that has been sitting in our living room for the past 5 episodes….only the best for the ladies!

rated NA Episode 6

Rated NA Episode #5: Ryan drops by for a quiet visit

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Tue, 30 Nov 2010 07:00:28 +0000

You could have been here

So today we talked Black Friday, Mark Millar, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Assassins Creed: Brotherhood, MMA Fighters (I think), and thats about it. Oh and some guy named Ryan drops by to add virtually nothing worthwhile to the podcast (sarcasm).

rated NA Episode 5: Ryan drops by for a quiet visit

We Did It! Rated NA Episode #4: Gobble free

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Fri, 26 Nov 2010 02:30:01 +0000

We talked about Mass Effect Teasers, Movie Trailers and Hulu Plus Price drops in the news. Hulu Plus, angry cable and video store clerk stories in open thread and wrapped up with reviews of Call of Duty Black Ops multiplayer and Assassins Creed on Facebook. We also mentioned putting your hoohaa in things and I snuck some south park talk in if you stick around until the end.

Hope you had a great thanksgiving and now get ready for some retail madness. I’ve already bought two new cell phones (check out amazons wireless for deals).

rated NA Episode 4

Rated Na: Episode #3

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Mon, 22 Nov 2010 01:01:33 +0000

Today you will learn about local film festivals, comic con ticket purchasing, and some new Batman movie news. We’ll spoil Mass Effect 2, review CoDBLOPS and the Kinect…and I feel like I’m forgetting something…oh yeah, our bathroom habits. Enjoy.

Rated NA Episode 3

Rated NA Podcast #2

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Fri, 19 Nov 2010 18:00:33 +0000

Churning them out like a Quaker does butter.

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Rated NA Podcast, Episode #1

matt@nerdappropriate.com (Nerd Appropriate) — Wed, 17 Nov 2010 06:48:24 +0000

Rated NA Episode 1

Today we discuss some news, Comic books in video games, Uncanny X-Force #1, preview of Vanquish, and D&D Essentials.