Raw Dogs

Original Air Date: Dec 03, 2020 Happy One Year Anniversary to the Raw Dogs!  or is it a birthday?  Either way, we are drinking and celebrating by discussing the Top 5 PS1 Role-playing games!  That little grey box pushed out some fantastic games and we make our definitive list. Partway through, the wonderful Allyson joins us as we can't discuss Legend of Dragoon without her. For access to part 2 of...

Original Air Date: Nov 19, 2020 The Raw Dogs Strike Back!  In this special episode, the Dogs pitch Movies that should be made into Video Games including Crazy Taxi Driver, Golden Girls of War, and a party game based on the Room! At the top of the episode, we discuss the botched PS5 launch (CE-108255-1) and our experience with the Xbox Series X. Theme Song by David Wise Logo by Bryant Ross Contact...

Original Air Date: Nov 05, 2020 Nolan North!  We are not worthy!   The Dogs are back to finish their discussion on Naughty Dog's illustrious history.  From Jak and Daxter to The Last of Us 2, we go deep on all of these games and their sometimes controversial development. This was originally a Patreon exclusive episode.  For access to other episodes early, check out our Patreon.  The Raw Dogs are b...

Original Air Date: Oct 22, 2020 MORTAL KOMBAT!! and its really crappy third trilogy.  The Raw Dogs are back to discuss the dark ages of the beloved franchise before we gush about how much we love 9, 10, and 11.   We ponder time travelling back to ourselves and become way too fixated on Hsu Hao.  Who wouldn't though right? This was a Patreon exclusive episode being made available to the public for...

Original Air Date: Oct 08, 2020 From its humble beginnings at a Bar Mitzvah, Naughty Dog has created some of the greatest video games of all time! The Raw Dogs are here to discuss their early history all the way through The Last of Us 2 featuring Cap'n Crunch! This is a 2-part extravaganza so grab some Wumpa fruit and sit back! Theme Song by David Wise Logo by Bryant Ross Contact Us: E-Mail: Hairo...

Original Air Date: Sept 24, 2020 The Raw Dogs full roster is here to discuss our favorite little handheld, the Gameboy Advance! We go deep into the hardware, e-reader, unique games, Spongebob videos, and worm lights! And of course we Rank the Top 10 GBA Games of All Time!  and you might be surprised. Theme Song by David Wise Logo by Bryant Ross Contact Us: E-Mail: Hairofthedogcast@gmail.com Blue....

Original Air Date: Sept 10, 2020 Dylan has finally been granted his wish to talk about one of the most profound games ever made, NieR Automata! The Raw Dogs put their thinking caps on as we discuss Existentialism, Sexy Robots, Yoko Taro, and Coca Cola Vending Machines! Strap yourselves in! and please welcome our newest Raw Dog, Nick! Theme Song by David Wise Logo by Bryant Ross Contact Us: E-Mail:...

Original Air Date: Aug 27, 2020 Join the Raw Dogs for a Tour of the City of Yharnam, jewel by the sea! Known for its legendary blood ministration, Yharnam has expanded quite a lot in the past 50 years!   Seeking an education?  Try Byrgenworth, where Master Willem will gently moan at you and point at a lake! Visit historic Old Yharnam to see the aftermath of the fire that ravaged the area.  Careful...

Original Air Date: Aug 13, 2020 The Raw Dogs are here to discuss the entire history of playing Video Games as fast as possible! Along the way we are joined by JHobz, Spike Vegeta, Keizaron, Covert Muffin, DwangoAC, TASBot, Kung Fu Fruit Cup, Omnigamer, and Grand Poo Bear!  This is truly a star studded affair! You don't want to miss this! Theme Song by David Wise Logo by Bryant Ross Contact Us: E-M...

Original Air Date: Jul 30, 2020 With the arrival of the Origami King, the Raw Dogs thought it was the perfect time to discuss all of Mario's RPG outings!   We discuss Super Mario RPG, all the Paper Mario games, all the Mario and Luigi games, and Mario and Rabbids Kingdom Battle! Joining us is of our favorite hooligan, Dominic! Theme Song by David Wise Logo by Bryant Ross Contact Us: E-Mail: Hairof...

Original Air Date: Jul 16, 2020 The Raw Dogs explore their Nether-realms and diskover that they love the lore of Mortal Kombat.   We diskuss every character and decide once and for all who are the Best and the Worst Mortal Kombat characters! Every Game.  Every Kharacter.  9 Beers. Theme Song by David Wise Logo by Bryant Ross Contact Us: E-Mail: Hairofthedogcast@gmail.com Blue. Sky:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠h...

Original Air Date: Jul 02, 2020 The epic conclusion to our 3 part FF7 podcast! The Raw Dogs discuss the endgame content and ALL of the extended lore of the FF7 Universe! Before Crisis, Crisis Core, Advent Children, Dirge of Cerberus, and all of the novellas!  There is A LOT you never knew about! Theme Song by David Wise Logo by Bryant Ross Contact Us: E-Mail: Hairofthedogcast@gmail.com Blue. Sky: ...

Original Air Date: Jun 18, 2020 1997!  What an amazing year for video games! Mario 64, Final Fantasy VII, Castlevania: Symphony of the Night, and Tiara Boobowski?! The Raw Dogs discuss all of the big news and the big games of the year which is truly a Golden Year for Gaming! Theme Song by David Wise Logo by Bryant Ross Contact Us: E-Mail: Hairofthedogcast@gmail.com Blue. Sky:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https:/...

Original Air Date: Jun 04, 2020 Remember when DLC used to be innocent and we enjoyed getting some new maps or an expansion pack?!   Those days are gone folks!  The Raw Dogs are back to discuss the entire history of DLC and Microtransactions.  It starts innocently enough, but things take a turn for the worst!   Theme Song by David Wise Logo by Bryant Ross Contact Us: E-Mail: Hairofthedogcast@gmail....

Original Air Date: May 21, 2020 The Raw Dogs are back to settle the age old debate!  Batman VS. Spider-Man, and who has the better Video Games? We break it down into 8 categories and this is truly a battle for the ages.  Did you know Spider-Man has 2 Metroidvania titles?! This topic was selected by Patreon Member Brian aka Judge Tempest!  If you want to select a topic go to Patreon.com and make us...

Original Air Date: May 07, 2020 Did you know Krogans have 4 testicles called a Quad and that Elcor are known to be both serial killers and Shakespearean actors? The Raw Dogs return to finish their discussion of the Rise and Fall of Bioware!  Stoy from EXPCast returns as we gush over the Mass Effect and Dragon Age Trilogies... then we talk about Andromeda and Anthem (Yikes) and we find out once and...

Original Air Date: Apr 23, 2020 The podcast episode where your favorite main character dies from sacrifice.  Cait Sith, you will be missed, you crazy anthropomorphic Scottish cat thing! The Raw Dogs still have so much they need to say about FF7!  This episode covers the making of the PS1 classic and we push ahead out of Midgar, discussing the important questions about Moogles and why Barret is an...

Original Air Date: Apr 08, 2020 The Raw Dogs are here to talk about Sephiroth and punch moogles and we are all out of moogles!  Final Fantasy VII Remake releases this week and we are here to discuss EVERYTHING about the original game.  Lore dive and the deep questions will be answered.   Theme Song by David Wise Logo by Bryant Ross Contact Us: E-Mail: Hairofthedogcast@gmail.com Blue. Sky:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Original Air Date: Mar 26, 2020 Long before the Coronavirus, Mass Effect's denizens were indoctrinated by the Reapers... or is that long after the Coronavirus?  The Raw Dogs are joined by Stoy from EXPcast and Tom to have a socially distant discussion of Bioware's Rise and Fall one game at a time. Theme Song by David Wise Logo by Bryant Ross Contact Us: E-Mail: Hairofthedogcast@gmail.com Blue. Sky...

Original Air Date: Mar 12, 2020 The Raw Dogs are here to kill demons and talk about DOOM and we are all out of demons! From the early days in Wisconsin to Mobile Games, from the Rock to Mick Gordon, we discuss the entire history of the franchise! Theme Song by David Wise Logo by Bryant Ross Contact Us: E-Mail: Hairofthedogcast@gmail.com Blue. Sky:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/hairofthedo...

Original Air Date: Feb 27, 2020 On this episode, we invite our friends Ben and Tony from Not Exactly Radio to discuss our favorite soundtracks from the PS4 (so far)!  Listen to Brad talk about Tetris Effect again!  Hear Dylan mention amazing games some people still haven't heard of!  And actual thoughtful discussions from the Not Exactly Radio dudes! This ranking is definitive and cannot be disput...

Original Air Date: Feb 13, 2020 Love is in the air, but enough about the Sonic the Hedgehog movie!  Dylan, Brad, and Tom invite their lovely girlfriends onto Raw Dogs to discuss video gaming as a couple.  Dylan and Allyson discuss Triple Triad and drawing magic in FF8.  Brad and Karly go heavy on Until Dawn.  And Kate and Tom discuss how they like to Peggle each other!  Happy Valentines Gals and G...

Original Air Date: Jan 30, 2020 Super Smash Brothers as discussed by a bunch of dudes drinking beer in Wisconsin!  We discuss the history of the franchise, Sakurai's meta narrative,  Kirby's lovecraftian history, Wario's farting, and everything else! Theme Song by David Wise Logo by Bryant Ross Contact Us: E-Mail: Hairofthedogcast@gmail.com Blue. Sky:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/hairofth...

Original Air Date: Dec 05, 2019 Our voyage through the 2010's continues!  This week your Raw Dog crew finishes off the decade (and a few brews) with our gaming retrospective though the years 2015 through the end of 2019.    As we usher in 2020, the Raw Dogs have your ticket for on an epic ride through the decade that was the 2010's!  As we embark on this journey, your Dogs will discuss of the bigg...

Original Air Date: Jan 02, 2020 As we usher in 2020, the Raw Dogs have your ticket for on an epic ride through the decade that was the 2010's!  As we embark on this journey, your Dogs will discuss of the biggest headlines, games, trends, and um Al Pacinos (?!) from each year:  From the motion control craze of 2010, all the way to the announcement of the Xbox Series X in 2019 (and everything in bet...