Gray Areas

The gang goes back to its roots and looks at the very first episode of the show, including what's changed and what's stayed the same since then. Also, Chris ignores his known flaws, Dave corrupts a co-host forever, and Shaun used to be a nice boy.

The gang makes a segment so nice they run it twice, then tries something new with a familiar game show live on air. Also, Chris threatens his entire career, Dave has a story hit close to home, and Shaun is unimpressed by suburban life.

The gang brings in some hot takes on Marvel movies, Halo multiplayer and stupid people, then talks about the Suns and their 16-game winning streak. Also, Chris goes for the mildest approach possible, Dave makes Shaun proud with a reference, and Shaun's wife helps him keep perspective.

The gang looks at the newest entry in the Metroid series, including why 2D works great for this game and their hopes for what's next. Also, Chris makes a few gentle suggestions, and Shaun finds some replay value for the first time.

The gang looks at a topsy turvy start to the NBA season, including Nikola Jokic killing someone, Ben Simmons holding out, and the Suns so far. Also, Chris deals with Skype's nonsense, Dave wants off the roller coaster, and Shaun gives Chris props for once.

The gang makes do with a shorthanded situation by relying on their Old Faithful: a random quiz from social media. Also, Chris has finally stopped eating things off the ground, and Dave makes a fatal mistake he won't soon forget.

The gang looks at some great video games with flawed beginnings or endings, while making a few people upset along the way. Also, Chris takes two controversial stances, Dave gets lost in the Kingdom Hearts series, and Shaun doesn't always love the bait and switch.

The gang looks at the Phoenix Suns as the season begins, and wonders what the view is like from the top. Also, Chris looks for improvement from within, Dave goes for the biggest prediction, and Shaun puts people in their place.

The gang tackles some other pressing topics after episode 500, like Sora being added to Smash and another disc golf tourney, before reviewing Ted Lasso season 2. Also, Chris tries to hold himself accountable, Cody boosts his self-esteem, Dave gets Shaun's pity, and Shaun throws things away quickly.

The gang celebrates 500 episodes with a triviapalooza of movie quotes and music from the 2010s, and audience giveaways! Also, Chris holds everything together, Cody pleads for extra points, Dave surprises everyone, and Shaun talks about winning with grace.

The gang looks at the NBA Media Day circus, now with bonus COVID-19, and runs through fun facts and the shortest console war of all-time. Also, Chris tries to put himself in someone else's shoes, Dave tries to outsmart an Oreo, and Shaun presents an opinion as fact.

The gang brings the show live on YouTube while trying to keep any hiccups minimal in the process. Also, Chris is excited about a new Tales game, Dave tries to avoid microtransaction nonsense, and Shaun enjoys killing things in his sandbox.

The gang brings back an old segment, Hot Take, and tries not to get canceled in the process. Also, Chris has to bite his tongue, Dave makes an improbable comeback, and Shaun makes an appeal like never before.

The gang makes up for a lost episode by covering many of the same topics, including Jeopardy, NBA 2K and roguelikes. Also, Chris identifies the worst character in media, Dave is put between two recommendations, and Shaun continues his vendetta against Luka Doncic.

The gang catches up on all the video games they've been playing, including some weird and controversial picks. Also, Chris doesn't do the segment properly, Dave prepares to defend himself, and Shaun feels rejection at every turn.

The gang tackles two important pieces of media at once: season one of Ted Lasso and the long-awaited follow-up Space Jam 2. Also, Chris doesn't have time for misunderstandings, Dave finds his TV comfort food, and Shaun doesn't find anything funny.

The gang puts a pin in the Suns' impressive season, and starts to look to what hopes to be a bright future. Also, Chris avoids feeling too much, Dave waits to get punched in the stomach, and Shaun tries to gauge how afraid he should be.

The gang skips the usual setup to do a live review of Trails of Cold Steel IV, breaking down the end of the saga and the four-game arc as a whole. Also, Chris tries his best to see both sides, and Michaela takes the nuclear option for her score.

The gang talks about the ever-changing NBA Finals, then breaks down Chris winning his first ever official PDGA disc golf tournament. Also, Chris sets his sights on his 40s, Dave gets his kids on television, and Shaun is a prophet of destruction.

The gang dissects Game 1 of the NBA Finals and talks about the outlook for the series, and then Nintendo's disastrous choice. Also, Chris tries to fend off unexpected events, Dave gets the opportunity of a lifetime, and Shaun revels in other fans' suffering.

The gang mourns Shaun's death by talking about a variety of quick-hitting topics, from next-gen systems to disc golf highlights. Also, Chris tries his best to set the scene, Dave gives away the big reveal, and Cody roots against a movie's protagonist.

The gang talks about the Suns' crazy last-second victory in game two over Los Angeles, and wonders how Phoenix doesn't get any respect. Also, Chris picks a new favorite, Dave has a reduced celebration, and Shaun emerges from a decade of misery.

The gang talks about the biggest news out of E3, then discusses the Suns in a segment that gets blown apart by the day and a half before it airs. Also, Chris calls Final Fantasy a sausage fest, Dave isn't interested in an asterisk, and Shaun only wants to half pay attention.

The gang puts off talking about the Phoenix Suns to mention E3 and the rumors about a new version of the Switch. Also, Chris wants access to secret metrics, Dave admits that he might be petty, and Shaun gets paid off by Gamestop.

The gang tries to make sense of the L.A. Lakers' total lack of effort in Game 5 of their series with the Suns, and starts to feel perhaps the slightest bit of hope. Also, Chris adds to his list of hatred, Dave demands a 50-point game, and Shaun doesn't care about Irish people.