GGN Podcast - Spiderduck

Episode 57 - The Last of Us

James Kovalski — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 16:00:59 +0000

In this weeks episode; Jimmy, Mike and Trevor do their best to stray away from E3 talk as they discuss: The Last of Us, Defiance, Expedition Conquistador, Remember Me, Assassin's Creed and much more!

Episode 56 - Lighting The FUSE on Next Gen Dick Jokes

James Kovalski — Tue, 04 Jun 2013 22:00:57 +0000

In this weeks pre-E3 madness show, the crew discuss a wide range of topics including: FUSE, Night of The Rabbit, Hotline Miami, The Last of Us, Next-Gen predictions and more!

Episode 55 - The Crew get X-boned

James Kovalski — Tue, 28 May 2013 07:38:57 +0000

In this weeks episode, the crew are still in a tizzy over the Xbox One reveal. Don't worry, we do discuss some other topics such as Trevor's trip to L.A. and how he may or may not have hooked up with a prostitute, Greg's thoughts on Resident Evil and Jimmy takes on the wild west in Call of Juarez: Gunslinger. Through all of this, Jr. Beard plays League of Legends while podcasting.

Xbox One Reveal Reaction Podcast

James Kovalski — Tue, 21 May 2013 19:42:50 +0000

In this special podcast, Jimmy, Mike, Eric and Jovan talk about the Xbox One reveal event and what Microsoft did well and not so well. Did the guys like what they saw? Listen to find out and stay in touch with the Spiderduck Network for all your Xbox One news.

Episode 54 - Pre-Xbox Event Shenanigans

James Kovalski — Tue, 21 May 2013 16:25:24 +0000

In this week's proper episode of the GGN podcast, the guys discuss Metro: Last Light, Halo 4, Forza and more. The real meat and potatoes of this weeks show is all about the consoles. Present and moving on. I think a few punches were thrown.

Episode 53 - Way too Many Guys Discuss The Most Influential Games of This Generation

James Kovalski — Tue, 14 May 2013 16:22:17 +0000

In this weeks podcast, a grand total of six people gather and talk some nonsense. We talk about some games and gaming news (with the usual wrestling/comic talk). But we have a lengthy discussion on what may be the most influential games of this generation and some of our personal favorites.

Episode #52: A Bunch of Rogue Warriors Try to Tame the Blood Dragons

James Kovalski — Tue, 07 May 2013 18:36:59 +0000

In this week's episode, the crew discuss a bunch of indie games as well as Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon. We also discuss all the latest in gaming news including EA making Star Wars games, Metal Gear, Grand Theft Auto V and more!

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Trevor & Eric's Origin Story

Trevor Osz — Thu, 02 May 2013 12:40:27 +0000

Hey guys, Trevor and Eric did an Origin Story, an Issue #0 if you will talking about themselves, the website, and what it means to them. They talk about their passion for making it and what you can expect to see in the future from us. This is a raw unedited podcast where we delve deep into some straight talk. Hope you enjoy, and we will be doing this again in the future once we figure out a name for it.

Indie Luchador Vs. Nicolae Berbece from Those Awesome Guys. Designer and Artist of Concerned Joe. OLE!

Eric Lee Lewis — Wed, 01 May 2013 16:00:44 +0000

It's not everyday that you meet somebody as cool as Nicolae Berbece, but when you do, you know they are something special.

In this interview we get a chance to learn a little bit more about Concerned Joe, Nicholae's inspirations, and a metric assload more.

Episode 51 - Lego City: Riptide in Pandora's Tower

James Kovalski — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 18:17:26 +0000

In this weeks episode the crew discuss a hand full of game such as: Lego City, Dead Island: Riptide, Pandora's Tower, Thomas Was Alone and others. They also discuss this weeks biggest news including: Respawn Entertainment, People Skipping E3, Next Xbox, Always Online and many more.

Email us your questions for the podcast at galacticgamingnews@gmail.com

Indie Luchador vs. Klei Entertainment Round 2 (Corey Rollins) OLE!

Eric Lee Lewis — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 16:49:38 +0000

Once again, another big thank you to Klei Entertainment. In the series of 3 interviews that is being conducted with Klei, Corey Rollins tells about his journey from games journalism to becoming the Community Manager for Klei.

This is a great view into what it is like at Klei, what is coming up, and how one man has turned a grind into a dream job.

Indie Luchador - Klei Interview

Trevor Osz — Sat, 27 Apr 2013 03:06:00 +0000

We would like to thank Klei Entertainment for allowing us to do this interview. Sometimes a person can know so much about something and then learn some really cool and exclusive information that can knock the mask right off of their head.

Episode 50 - We Celebrate 50 Episodes by Wrestling A Luchador

James Kovalski — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 00:15:30 +0000

In episode #50 of the GGN Podcast, the guys welcome back Eric Lee....errr, I mean, The Indie Luchador! We discuss a wide range of topics including indie games, Injustice, Borderlands 2, Pandora's Tower and more.

Check out the Official Galactic Gaming News Website!

Like GGN on Facebook.

Subscribe to the podcast on iTunes and Stitcher Radio.

Email us any questions: galacticgamingnews@gmail.com

Check out the Indie Luchador!

Episode 49 - We Step Into the Wondrous World of Osz

James Kovalski — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 23:24:00 +0000

In this weeks episode the guys welcome in yet another new member and have some big announcements regarding GGN. We also discuss Defiance, Bioshock, RetroCity Rampage, NeoGeo, and the next-gen systems.

Email us your questions at: galacticgamingnews@gmail.com

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Subscribe to us on iTunes and Stitcher Radio!

Episode 48 - Double The Pleasure, Double The Fun, Double The Greg!

James Kovalski — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 23:18:00 +0000

In this weeks episode, GGN welcomes a new member to the family and he just so happens to also be named Greg! We discuss GGN, Tomb Raider, Zombies, Dead Space, Bioshock, Goldeneye, Wii U, LucasArts, War Z and more! Can Jimmy handle two Gregs?

Email us your questions at: galacticgamingnews@gmail.com Like our Facebook! Subscribe to our Youtube for gameplay videos.

And as always subscribe to us on iTunes and Stitcher Radio.

Episode 47 - Half Naked Ladies, Bioshock Infinite and the End of an Era

James Kovalski — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 23:07:00 +0000

In episode #47, the guys discuss some Bioshock: Infinite, Need for Speed, Mass Effect DLC, DLC Quest and some weird game game Eric tried out that involves some barely clothed females. We also touch on Square-Enix and Wii U third party support. We also get a email from a listener and talk about cereal choices and Zombi U.

Also, our long time editor Jovan St. Lawrence has also decided to pursue a career in e-sports. You can follow him on Twitter and get updates as to what he is doing.

Episode 46 - Do We Have the Survival Instinct to Survive EA?

James Kovalski — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 22:53:00 +0000

In this weeks episode, the guys discuss some hot indie titles, Lego City Undercover, fighting games and The Walking Dead Survival Instinct. During the break, Eric sits down with Nicklas Nygren (Nifflas), the creator of Knytt Underground and discusses the many aspects of Knytt Underground and what was behind some of the design choices. In the second half, the crew discusses a lot of news and they have an interesting debate about EA that can only be settled by way of a steel cage match.

More information about Nifflas and his games can be found here.

Special: MegaDev Interview

James Kovalski — Tue, 19 Mar 2013 22:36:00 +0000

In this special interview session, Jimmy and Eric sit down with Mike, Nick and Jon from MegaDev, the developers behind Super House of Dead Ninjas. We discuss Super House of Dead Ninjas, indie games, state of the industry and more!

You can check out MegaDev on their Facebook, Twitter and Official Website.

You can purchase Super House of Dead Ninjas on Steam.

Episode 45 - The Mass Effect of GGN

James Kovalski — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 22:29:00 +0000

In episode #45 of the GGN Podcast, the guys talk about Star Craft, Mass Effect, Saints Row 4 and the origins of Galactic Gaming News and future plans. Oh, and also BATMAN!

Special: Nifflas Interview

Eric Lee Lewis — Wed, 13 Mar 2013 22:10:00 +0000

In this special episode of the Galactic Gaming News podcast, Eric Lee Lewis and Greg Livingston speak with Nicklas Nygren (otherwise known as Nifflas), the creator of Knytt Stories and NightSky. He talks about his method for creating games, what it's like to be an indie game developer, and the magic bestowed upon his beard. He's also recently released Knytt Underground, and you can find its Steam Greenlight page here.

Episode 44 - We Raid Some Tombs in Hopes of Fixing the City’s Servers

James Kovalski — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 21:59:00 +0000

In this week’s episode of the GGN Podcast, the guys discuss some Tomb Raider, Super House of Dead Ninjas, and Castlevania. We also discuss SimCity and its disastrous launch and who is really to blame. We also discuss the upcoming Dead Space DLC and why it’s making some of us angry.

Episode 43 - Bit.Trip Running With Pirates

James Kovalski — Mon, 04 Mar 2013 22:52:00 +0000

In this episode of the GGN Podcast Jimmy, Eric, Marcus and Greg discuss games. Imagine that. Topics include Ghost Recon Online, Bit.Trip Runner 2, Metal Gear Rising, Crysis, God of War, Anodyne and F-Zero. The crew also discuss this weeks big news, the reveal of Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag.

Episode 42 - Supersoliders, Cyborgs, and Cats OH MY!

James Kovalski — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 22:44:00 +0000

In this weeks installment of the GGN Podcast the guys discuss a range of topics including Crysis 3, Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance, Mew-Genics and Sly 4. We also discuss the PS4 after having a few days to think about it.

Playstation 4 Reveal Special

James Kovalski — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 22:40:00 +0000

In this very brief emergency podcast the crew discusses their thoughts on Sony's big conference. Sony revealed some big stuf about the future and the PS4.

Episode 41 - Edmund and Danielle McMillen Join the Podcast

James Kovalski — Mon, 18 Feb 2013 22:31:00 +0000

(Warning: Podcast Contain Some Explicit Content)

In this weeks very special episode, Edmund (Super Meat Boy, Binding of Isaac, Basement Collection) and Danielle McMillen drop by to chat with us. We discus a wide range of topics including Valentines Day, Giving Back to the Gamers, Indie Games, Meat Boy, Basement Collection, Crafts, Other Indie Devs, Binding of Isaac (and Rebirth), Relationship Advice and some pretty solid game ideas. They also answer quite a few listener question! This was GGN's first ever interview and we are very grateful that Edmund and Danielle took precious time out of there busy days to sit down and talk with us.

Edmund and Danielle's Twitter.

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Episode 40 - The Wii U Library is a Dead Space

James Kovalski — Mon, 11 Feb 2013 21:55:00 +0000

There is a whole lot to discuss in episode #40. We discuss some more PlanetSide 2, Fire Emblem, Super Meat Boy, Alan Wake and Mark of the Ninja. The crew also discuss Dead Space 3, DLC and Micro-transactions. In the second half we talk about Ubisoft's relationship with Nintendo, The Last of Us and PlayStation 4 launch titles. We also give you the chance to win a free digital copy of Crysis!

Episode 39 - Seven Minutes In Evan

James Kovalski — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 21:32:00 +0000

In this weeks episode we are joined by our good friend Evan and discuss a wide range on topics including: Rebooting Resident Evil, what Nintendo needs to change, Playstation 4, The next Xbox, Bioshock, Gran Turismo, Planetside, Grand Theft Auto and much much more.

Episode 38 - Nintendo Wins The Royal Rumble

James Kovalski — Mon, 28 Jan 2013 21:23:00 +0000

In this weeks GGN Podcast the crew give some live updates about WWE's Royal Rumble and how we have lost all faith in wrestling.

Oh yeah we also talk some games. Topics include THQ; Nintendo and Deus Ex.

Episode 37 - GgN Galactic Gaming News

James Kovalski — Mon, 21 Jan 2013 21:08:00 +0000

In this weeks episode the guys discuss how surprisingly good DmC Devil May Cry is (Despite the terrible title). They also discuss some other topics such as the packed lin-up of games in Q1, Dead Space 3, Ni No Kuni and more!

Episode 36 - 5 Guys 1 Podcast

James Kovalski — Mon, 14 Jan 2013 20:50:00 +0000

On this weeks show we are joined by a listen of the show which brings the grand total of participates up to 5! What did we do with all this awesome in one room? Well we talked about some video games of course. Some of the topics include Anarchy Reigns, Bronies, Retro City Rampage, Day-Z, Far Cry 3, THQ selling of their games, The Walking Dead Survival Instinct and the ever present topic of violent video games We want to thank Evan for coming on this weeks show!

Episode 35

James Kovalski — Mon, 07 Jan 2013 20:37:00 +0000

In this weeks episode Jimmy and Eric talk about Asura's Wrath, Playstation All-Stars, Dishonored, DOTA 2 and much more. They also touch on the topic of used games and why Sony's new patent may be a great thing for gaming.

Episode 34 - Looking Back on 2012 and Looking Ahead To 2013

James Kovalski — Mon, 31 Dec 2012 19:59:00 +0000

In the last episode of 2012, the crew discusses what they have been playing. These include some indie games, Playstation All Stars, Civ V and much more! The guys also look back on the year 2012 and what we have learned. They also look ahead to 2013 and what they are excited for.

Episode 33 - Isaac Binds Mega Man - Small Games vs. Big Games

James Kovalski — Mon, 24 Dec 2012 19:50:00 +0000

What's that? Jimmy's out this week? How do you work this crazy thing...? Wait, don't pull that lever!!

This week, the crew discusses a variety of smaller games--some indie, some not--including The Binding of Isaac, The Walking Dead, and Street Fighter X Mega Man. Originality and freshness are our main concerns here, and it leads us to hit a number of side topics, from Nintendo's online shops to Capcom's publishing history.

Episode 32 - Scams and Violent Videogames

James Kovalski — Mon, 17 Dec 2012 18:00:00 +0000

In this weeks episode, the guys talk about a few games like Sonic All Stars Racing Transformed,Far Cry 3, Metro 2033, Zombi U and the unsettling developments with The War Z. We also discuss the age old question: Do Violent Videogames Make People Violent?

Episode 31 - Game of the Year 2012 and The Walking Dead Spoilercast

James Kovalski — Tue, 11 Dec 2012 17:55:00 +0000

In this weeks episode the crew discusses the GGN Top 5 for 2012, the VGA's, Far Cry and more. Tune in for the second half of the show to listen to The Walking Dead spoiler cast. ** WARNING** We will discuss all major plot points to the game so listen only if you have beaten all 5 episodes. The Walking Dead discussion starts around the 2 hour mark.

Episode 30 - 90’s Cartoons, Black Friday Sales, Wii U and Indie Games

James Kovalski — Mon, 03 Dec 2012 17:51:00 +0000

After a strange talk about 90's cartoons the guys get back on track and discuss some video games! Topics discussed are Second Life, Wii U, Hitman, Black Friday Sales and the rise of the Indie Game.

Episode 29 - Post Thanksgiving Shenanigans

James Kovalski — Tue, 27 Nov 2012 00:49:00 +0000

In this weeks episode we discuss what the crew was up to during Thanksgiving and Black Friday. We also talk some games...I mean we are a gaming podcast right?

Episode 28 - Danica Patrick is a Nascar that needs to blink

James Kovalski — Tue, 20 Nov 2012 00:42:00 +0000

Episode #28 is filled to the brim with gaming discussion. The main topics touch upon are the Wii U and how some of the launch titles perform and Call of Duty Black Ops 2. The crew also discusses Torchlight, The War Z and the 2012 Spike Tv VGA Award Nominees.

Episode 27

James Kovalski — Wed, 14 Nov 2012 00:39:00 +0000

In this weeks episode, Jimmy, Greg, Marcus and Jovan discuss many of different topics. Assassins Creed 3, Halo 4, Paper Mario, GTA IV, Zone of the Enders, Metal Gear Rising and much more!

Episode 26 - STIFF HANDS DOT COM

James Kovalski — Tue, 06 Nov 2012 00:33:00 +0000

In this weeks episode Jimmy and Eric briefly touch on Assassins Creed 3, go in detail about Need for Speed Most Wanted and have a long conversation about WWE 13 and wrestling. They also go over some news and talk about the rumored PS4 Dev Kit Specs. Plus, who is that strange guy that talks before every one of our episodes??

Episode 25 - Three Guys and One Girl

Trevor Osz — Fri, 26 Oct 2012 23:23:00 +0000

ShayRaeInGame Invades Galactic Gaming News! We discuss gaming, zombies and females in gaming. Special thanks to Shay for coming on the show and putting up with all our shenanigans.

Episode 24 - Eric Likes Wrestling, Batman and Nothing Else

James Kovalski — Mon, 22 Oct 2012 23:06:00 +0000

In this weeks episode of the GGN Podcast, the crew discusses Eric finally getting a good PC, Spec Ops: The Line, Walking Dead, Pokemon Black 2, and Code of Princess.

Thanks to Greg Livingston for the music.

Episode 23 - Dishonored, Resident Evil and More Wrestling References

James Kovalski — Mon, 15 Oct 2012 22:51:00 +0000

In this weeks episode Jimmy and Eric sit down and discuss Dishonored, Resident Evil, Halo 4 Leaked, EA and some other gaming news. We are also giving away 3 guest passes for War Z. Listen to find out how to enter.

Episode 22 - The Harlem Heat Create Biohazardous Waste

James Kovalski — Mon, 08 Oct 2012 21:50:00 +0000

In this week's episode Jimmy and Eric are joined by the Harlem Heat (AKA: The Lawrence Brothers) and they discuss some interesting topics such as: the disaster that is Resident Evil 6, Borderlands 2, Cliffy B leaving Epic Games, and much more!

Episode 21 - So, You want to be a gaming journalist?

James Kovalski — Mon, 01 Oct 2012 21:45:00 +0000

In this weeks episode, Jimmy and Eric talk about the hardships that come along with trying to break into the gaming business. If you are an aspiring gaming journalist, or if you are just curious as to what it may take, you do not want to miss this episode.

Episode 20 - GAME SHOW TIME!

James Kovalski — Mon, 24 Sep 2012 00:00:00 +0000

In this weeks episode we give away the Humble Indie Bundle 6 to one of our lucky listeners. The crew also discusses Borderlands 2, Torchlight 2 and Resident Evil 6. We also touch on The Guinness Book of Records Top 50 Videogame endings of all-time.

Episode 19 - The Bulge Physics Of Our Wii U

James Kovalski — Mon, 17 Sep 2012 23:42:00 +0000

This weeks episode features talks about the Wii U and all the details that have been announced. We also discuss Guild Wars, LittleBigPlanet Vita, Borderlands and Tekken Tag Tournament 2.

Episode 18 - Best Video Game Character?

James Kovalski — Mon, 10 Sep 2012 23:32:00 +0000

In this episode of the GGN podcast, the crew discusses the slow stream of news, best videogame characters, most disappointing games and a new game show happening next week!

Episode 17

James Kovalski — Mon, 03 Sep 2012 23:10:00 +0000

In this off the wall episode, the crew discusses their most anticipated games of the year. Plus they have nice long chats about Batman, Skyrim, Metal Gear and of course, Wrestling.

Episode 16

James Kovalski — Mon, 27 Aug 2012 23:00:00 +0000

Episode 16 is here! In this episode we have all kinds of details about Guild Wars 2. We also touch on Sleeping Dogs, Transformers Fall of Cybertron, New Super Mario Bros. 2 and much more. We also tackle some reader email and discuss GTA V as our topic of the week.

Episode 15

James Kovalski — Mon, 20 Aug 2012 22:42:00 +0000

In this weeks episode we discuss some major news involving GGN and Empty Wallet Gamer. Sonic The Hedgehog, Final Fantasy and Sleeping Dogs.

Episode 14

James Kovalski — Sun, 12 Aug 2012 22:30:00 +0000

In this week’s episode Jimmy is joined by our good friend Eric Lee Lewis and they talk some videogames. They also discuss the awesomeness that is going back and playing old-school classics, gaming journalism and IGN’s Greg Miller and his battle with cancer.

Episode 12 Off The Rails

James Kovalski — Tue, 10 Jul 2012 22:24:00 +0000

Here we are. Episode 12 is here and man, is it a good one. This Episode goes “off-the-rails” as we start with one subject and then have nice open discussions about them. Topics include Slender, MarbleHornets, virtual reality gaming and Dead Island. If you haven't listened yet, then now is a good time to start!

Episode 11

James Kovalski — Tue, 03 Jul 2012 22:12:00 +0000

Hey guys! Sorry for the delay. We took a little vacation, but we are back and giving you all of the commentary and news that you guys love to hear. In this episode we discuss games that we have been playing as usual. This list includes Blackwatch: Retribution, Lollipop Chainsaw, ARMA II’s DayZ mod and Temple Run

Radical Studios is also discussed as we talk about other developers that may close their doors.

Episode 10

James Kovalski — Mon, 18 Jun 2012 21:57:00 +0000

Viola! Episode 10 is finally here. We have made it to the double digits. We start off the usual way by talking about what we have played, then get into a discussion about some of the games of E3 that we didn’t mention in the last episode. Then we discuss the game developers and their exclusives.

Episode 9 Post-E3 Edition

James Kovalski — Sun, 10 Jun 2012 21:20:00 +0000

This episode is all about what happened at E3. Now that E3 week has come to a close, we sit down with two special guests for an all-out debate on whose conference stole the show and whose conference went down the pooper. Also we speak about what games we are most excited for and what games really aren't all that exciting. This is a long one.

Episode 8 Pre-E3 Edition

James Kovalski — Mon, 04 Jun 2012 21:12:00 +0000

This episode is all about what we expect to see or what we hope to see at E3.

Episode 7

James Kovalski — Tue, 29 May 2012 21:03:00 +0000

After about a week of absence, we return with a different kind of episode that is not to be missed. This episode is still all about gaming, but we are taking a different approach since we were off for a little over a week. We start off this episode with some recent news and then we jump into what we have been playing (it’s reverse from our usual routine). Max Payne 3 and Diablo III are among the games we have played and will be talking about along with a few more. So kick back, relax and enjoy the long-awaited Episode 7.

Episode 6

James Kovalski — Sun, 13 May 2012 19:38:00 +0000

Episode 6 is here! In this episode we kick it off a little different with talking about the Avengers movie. Then we go straight into business talking about the gaming news that you love to hear about. We talk about Star Wars: The Old Republic losing subscribers, The Xbox with A subscription and Final Fantasy games. We also discuss what we have been playing including The Secret World BETA, Datura, Fez, Metro 2033 (PC), Skyrim (PC), and a few more games. So kick back and enjoy!

Episode 5

James Kovalski — Sun, 06 May 2012 19:21:00 +0000

It’s finally here! In Episode 5 we discuss some recent news such as Elder Scrolls Online, new Skyrim DLC and the new possible Xbox subscription package. We also talk about what we have been playing Including games like Bayonetta, RIFT, L.A. Noire, Just Cause 2 and Call of Duty: MW3.

We also bring our first special guest onto the show: Eric Lee Lewis from “Empty Wallet Gamer”.

Episode 4

James Kovalski — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 19:00:00 +0000

In this episode we discuss what we have been playing, Darksiders, L.A. Noire, Red Dead Redemption: Undead Nightmare, Prototype 2 and more. We also touch on recent news including Nintendo losses, a new survival horror Game in the works, a Call Of Duty release, Portal 2 DLC, Advertisements coming to the Xbox 360, PlayStation All-Stars Battle Royale. Also we reach out to the community and answer our first listener question.

Episode 3

James Kovalski — Sat, 21 Apr 2012 18:44:00 +0000

In this week’s episode we discuss generations of gamers, BETA releases, Silent Hill: Downpour, House Of The Dead 4, Trials: Evolution, The Witcher 2, God of War, Red Dead Redemption,and tons more.

Episode 2

James Kovalski — Sat, 14 Apr 2012 18:31:00 +0000

Jimmy goes to PAX East, Shift 2 (is bad times), PlayStation Plus, Mass Effect 3 Controversy and more.

Episode 1

James Kovalski — Mon, 02 Apr 2012 18:23:00 +0000

In this opening episode we discuss Resident Evil: Operation Raccoon City, HD collections, the used game market and much, much more.