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Game Talk: Concord Early Access Beta Impressions
My early thoughts after playing Concord for this first beta weekend on PS5. I dive into my personal experience with multiplayer games in the past and then discuss…
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Ohio Trip and Summer Anime 2024 Preview
This episode I talk about my family trip to Ohio last week, the Myles Turner basketball camp and other life things. Then in the back half of the…
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Game Talk: Nintendo Direct and Upcoming Games
We finally got the long awaited Nintendo Direct and it had many surprises for many fans. This episode I recap my favorites among the many announcements. Then later…
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Game Talk: My Favorite Summer Game Reveals
This episode is all about the games! Lots of interesting games were revealed over the past week and I wanted to talk about my favorites. Timestamps (00:00) Intro…
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Purpose Beyond Parenting
This episode I wanted to dive into my thoughts on being more than just a parent. Obviously I make sure my kids are a top priority but sometimes…
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Growing in the Shadows
Its been a few weeks but I am back with another hopefully topic called growing in the shadows. Sometimes we have to do work behind the scenes to…
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Value Your Time
Time is one of the most precious and irreplaceable things in the world. This episode I talk about some moments where I had to do what was best…
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Do Your Best While You Can
Today I wanted to send some encouragement to others, especially younger people like my kids to give things their all and do the best they can while the…
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Manga Talk: Frieren Beyond Journey End manga chapters 61-127
After the amazing anime for Frieren finished, I decided to jump over to reading the manga. I ended up catching up in a day and had to talk…
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3 Year Podcast Anniversary
This episode I celebrate and reflect on the 3rd anniversary of the podcast. Timestamps (00:00) Intro and Life Talk (12:35) Upgraded some toys (17:30) Year 3 reflection (43:30)…
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Legends Ascend, Akira Toriyama and Dune 2
This episode I talk about the passing of Akira Toriyama and the impact that Dragon Ball and his others works had on my life. Later in the show…
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My Peace vs My Creative Anxiety
As I approach another year mark for the podcast I have to speak on my internal battle. I have found myself becoming more anxious recently and it might…
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Manga Talk: Rainbow The Seven From Block 2 Cell 6 Review
I checked out the manga, Rainbow: The Seven From Block 2 Cell 6 from author George Abe. This is a story of brotherhood that began in a juvenile…
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Story Time: 10 Years Ago Gamestop Fired Me & My Life Changed
This episode I take a trip down memory lane. Its been 10 years since the day when Gamestop fired me. I talk about the incident itself, how life…
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New Car, Ninja Kamui and Middle School Champions
This episode there is alot of life talk to catch up on. I got a new car, my kids had middle school basketball championship games and so much…
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Simple Taste
This episode I talk on the subject of Simple Taste. Sometimes we know there are better things out there but there is a comfort to things are are…
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State of Play January 2024 | Argylle Movie | Xbox Rumors
This week I talk about the recent Playstation State of Play and recent Xbox rumors going around. I also share thoughts on the movie Argylle and the manga…
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Prince of Persia The Lost Crown | Palworld
This episode of the podcast I catch up on life from the last couple of weeks. Then I dive into the the amazing Prince of Persia The Lost…
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Uninformed Echoes
This episode I finally get to say my thoughts on the Suicide Squad game from my alpha playtest a couple months ago. This lead to my main topic…
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Manga Talk: Steel of the Celestial Shadows Volume 1
Steel of the Celestial Shadows follows a samurai who cant directly touch metal objects. Story & Art by: Daruma Matsuura Published by: Viz Media — Support this podcast:…
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Interstellar and Lost Time
2024 has just began and its already hit me and my family hard. So I went back in time and watched the now 10 year old Interstellar for…
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Farewell 2023
Another year has passed which means its time to reflect. This has become a yearly tradition where on New Years Eve I reflect on my life and the…
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2023 Favorite Anime & Manga
This episode I take a look at my favorite anime and manga that I got to check out this year. Lots of choices and I see my backlog…
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2023 Favorite Movies & TV Shows
This episode I dive into my favorite Movies and TV Shows that I watched this year. Hope you find some potential recommendations that you enjoy. Timestamps (00:00) Intro…
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2023 Favorite Games
Its that time of year to reflect on our favorite games that came out. This episode I share my favorite new and old games I played this year.…
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TV Talk: Severance Review
I share thoughts on the Apple TV series Severance. 9 episodes long SciFi, Drama, Thriller Timestamps (00:00) Intro and Show description (10:15) SPOILER discussion ______________________________ If you enjoy…
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Later and greater experience
This episode I talk about waiting to consume certain things like games, tv shows and other media. Timestamps (00:00)Intro and life talk (06:36) Waiting to dive in (28:50)…
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TV Talk: Barry Series Review Discussion
Barry is streaming on HBO Max Timestamps (00:00) Intro (09:12) Spoilers begin ______________________________ If you enjoy what I do and want to support Kofi: https://ko-fi.com/dadneedstotalk Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Dadneedstotalk Follow…
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Great Movies and Me Time
This episode I talk about my rough week I had life wise but finding some peace going to the movies solo. I have struggled with making sure I…
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Manga Talk: Pass the Monster Meat, Milady | How to Treat a Lady Knight Right
I share my thoughts on 2 recent romance series I checked out. Pass the Monster Meat, Milady and How to Treat a Lady Knight Right. Timestamps (00:00) Intro…
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Manga Talk: Orb On the Movements of the Earth volume 1-2
I dive into the story and themes of Orb on the Movements of the Earth. Story follows characters in the 15th Century studying astrology and the ideas of…
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Game Awards 2023 & GTA6 Reveals
This episode I talk about my favorite reveals at the Game Awards 2023, the GTA 6 news and how awesome my kids did in sports last night. Timestamps…
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TV Talk: The Bear Season 1 & 2 Discussion w/ Inside the Mind of a Blerd Podcast
This episode I had RobJ and Steve from Inside the Mind of a Blerd Podcast on to discuss The Bear TV show. We actually had this discussion right…
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Manga Talk: Green Green Greens chapter 1
Quick thoughts on chapter 1 of Golf sports manga, Green Green Greens. Story and Art by Kento Terasaka Published by Shonen Jump ______________________________ If you enjoy what I…
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Fall Anime 2023 Favorites
This episode I talk about the fall anime that I have been enjoying. Timestamps (00:00) Intro & Life Talk (11:00) Fall Anime Discussion (12:06) Frieren Beyond Journeys End…
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Anime Talk: Blue Eye Samurai Review
I discuss the Netflix animated series Blue Eye Samurai. Story follows Mizu who is born of half European, half Japanese blood which makes her an outcast. She is…
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Not Knowing, SpiderMan 2, Mario Wonder
Im back and my son Vash is now 6 years old! I discuss some life stress, and talk about being able to enjoy things as spoiler free as…
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TV Talk: Lupin Part 1 & 2 Review Discussion
French Thriller Lupin on Netflix Timestamps (00:00) Intro (15:15) Spoilers begin — Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dadneedstotalkpodcast/support
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Manga Talk: Spider-Man Fake Red
I share my thoughts on Spider-Man Fake Red. The story of a highschool kid who finds spiderman suit near a dumpster and takes on the task of being…
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New Dog, Blue Giant Movie, Fionna and Cake
I have returned with a new puppy named Luna! I also share thoughts on the Blue Giant Movie, Fiona and Cake and some gaming bonding moments I had…
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Reservation Dogs Finale, Cocoon Review, Kagurabachi
Welcome back, this week I review the new game Cocoon. The main topic this week is talking about Reservation Dogs and the theme of how we deal with…
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That Time the Manga Editor Started a New Life in the Countryside
A heartwarming story of a 35 year old editor who goes from Manga Editor to Rice farmer. This story hit the feels more than expected. Story by Kumagae…
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Thunder Ray Review, Parenting is Weird, The First Descendant Beta
This week theres lots to catch up on. I review Thunder Ray and talk about some new games Ive played and books Ive read. Timestamps (00:00) Intro and…
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Manga Talk: Daddy and Buddy chapter 1
I checked out Daddy and Buddy. a series that follows a father who is a gymnastic instructor that fights invisible bugs that feed off the despair of children…
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Joy Without Toxic Fans
I share my thoughts on why do toxic people care about what or how you enjoy something. This topic been on my mind alot lately with the release…
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Gunbrella Demo Gameplay
Dad Needs To Talk checks out the demo for Gunbrella. A new noir action adventure game from developer Doinksoft.
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Manga Talk: Soara and the House of Monsters volume 1
I take a look at Soara and the House of Monsters. Story & Art by Hidenori Yamaji Published by Seven Seas ______________________________ If you enjoy what I do…
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Chants of Sennaar Demo Gameplay
Dad Needs To Talk checks out new puzzle adventure game Chants of Sennaar. Series uses deciphering of glyphs as part of the puzzle elements.
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Under the Waves First Hour Gameplay
Dad Needs To Talk dives into Under the Waves. A narrative focused deep sea adventure following Stan, as he navigates loss and the waves.
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Sea of Stars First Impressions
Dad Needs To Talk dives into Sea of Stars from Sabotage Studio the creators of The Messenger. Check out some early gameplay.