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Why Gen-Z is bringing back wired headphones, and if this (what started as a fashion trend) is indicative of a broader push back against “smart” tech into “dumb”, or simple, tech.

This week, Danny and Spencer talk precious metals, almost start a cult over the new Linkin Park, dive into two wildly different indie games (Blue Prince and Schedule 1), and go full film bro over Ryan Coogler’s “Sinners.” Plus, early reactions to The Last of Us Season 2’s emotional gut-punch and whether we’re emotionally ready to re-enter that world. It’s movies, music, games, and general DMGT cha...

In this week’s episode, we break our usual no-sports rule to talk about the internet-breaking Luka Doncic trade and somehow end up comparing it to Avatar: The Way of Water. Then, we dive into the increasingly cursed Jurassic Park franchise with a pitch involving talking dogs, because why not. We also unpack the Fantastic Four trailer, practical effects vs CGI, our medieval gaming kicks, and why mo...

In this episode of the DMGT Podcast, Danny and Spencer start 2025 discussing technology, gaming, and the internet's influence on life. They evaluate CES, where excitement often overshadows practicality, and talk about AI's significant effects, mixing worry with curiosity. The hosts critique the Nintendo Switch 2 presentation, joke about struggling Chicago sports teams, and examine a funny conspira...

In this final DMGT podcast episode of the year, Danny and Spencer reflect on 2024’s biggest moments in gaming, music, and tech. They break down Game of the Year debates, share some sleeper hits that flew under the radar, and get into some hilariously passionate discussions about holiday movies (yes, Die Hard comes up). Plus, a look ahead at what’s coming in 2025 for both the industry and the DMGT....

Danny rides SOLO for this pre-turkey day edition of the pod. The Game Awards announced their 2024 nominees and people have lost their minds over Shadow of the Erdtree, an Elden Ring DLC, being nominated for Game of the Year. New surprise Kendrick, new Linkin Park - therefore Danny is having a great month on the music front. Also some black friday stuff.

Spencer & Danny talk new Tyler, The Creator, the PlayStation 5 Pro, Dragon Age: The Veilguard, and more Baldur’s Gate 3.

Spencer & Danny return from an unintentional hiatus to discuss iPad Mini 7, When We Were Young Fest, Emo vs Pop Punk. Nintendo released an alarm clock for single people (true).

More AI Descriptions: This episode covers the release of Astro Bot, a game gaining attention for its gameplay and visuals. We discuss the features of iOS 18, Apple's latest update, and its future implications. Finally, we celebrate Linkin Park's reunion, exploring their journey and the excitement for their new tour and album. Join us as we explore these developments in technology, gaming, and musi...

We let AI write this episodes description, enjoy: In our latest podcast episode, we delve into the high price point of the anticipated PS5 Pro, examining factors that may influence its cost and what it means for consumers in the current economic climate. Additionally, we discuss the recent announcement of the iPhone 16, exploring its new features and how it compares to its predecessors in both fun...

Danny learns how to read. Spencer makes a bold early Game of the Year prediction. Black Myth Wukong breaks records. Gamescom has games. Danny wants to play Civilization 7. Spencer wants to play Dune Awakening.

Spencer & Danny return from summer vacation to discuss more nerd shit. In this episode, TVs from CES (Spencer bought one), Hades 2, Shadow of the Erdtree, & our best beat switch songs.

Spencer & Danny discuss their favorite video games & albums of the year so far. The 2024 PlayStation State of Play may have put Spencer to sleep.

Spencer and Danny talk new Billie Eilish plus some games we're playing. Hype for Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree IGN makes a weird tweet about Kai Cenat beating Elden Ring, potentially using ChatGPT? Spencer gives ChatGPT pointers.

Spencer & Danny talk Xbox shutting down more studios, Hades 2, & Prince of Persia. Reactions to the fallout from the Drake v Kendrick beef getting ugly over the weekend.

Spencer & Danny mini rant about The Tortured Poets Department. Drake drops back to back Kendrick diss tracks, using AI Tupac & Snoop in Taylor Made Freestyle. We review Fallout on Prime after completing the season.

Spencer and Danny wildly speculate about Silksong with Australia officially giving the game a rating. Release day imminent? We talk (slight spoilers) first 4 episodes of Fallout on Amazon Prime. How does it stack up to other video game adaptations? Humane AI and tech twitter go nuclear (get it?) over MKBHD’s bad review of the device. Distasteful & unethical? Some tech dweeb with a blue check m...

Spencer & Danny talk Star Wars Outlaws story trailer and our relatively low expectations from Ubisoft. J Cole drops Might Delete Later, and responds to Kendrick on 7 Minute Drill. Mid diss track, but then he apologizes. We’re disappointed in this weak rap “beef”. Also Apple allowing game emulators on the App Store.

Beyonce drops her much anticipated country inspired album, Cowboy Carter. Spencer & Danny talk about genre fluidity and our impressions of it. Dragon’s Dogma 2 is janky but fun. Our impressions so far roughly 20-30 hours in respectively. Apple finds itself in an anti-trust lawsuit agains the US government, why it’s probably a good thing for consumers.

Spencer & Danny go full send on Dune Part 2 (MAJOR SPOILERS). The philosophies of the story, Denis Villeneuve’s adaptation, cinematography , Danny goes full glaze, as the kids call it.

More gaming industry layoffs, Spencer & Danny talk about big budget media being unsustainable & could mid-budget AA games save industry jobs. Tiktok & Universal continue their very public beef over music rights & proper artist compensation, but who’s right? Are either of them right? Wendy’s being dumb and trying AI price surging, it’s going to fail. We get fired up about it lol And...

The boys talk about our time with Helldivers 2, the seeming cooldown of Palworld, & what makes good live service games (0:00) What’s with Sony’s inconsistency as a brand, Madam Web met very negatively, the same big studio responsible for the Spider-Verse movies, maybe a new PlayStation handheld different from the Portal, seemingly no clear direction. (37:04)

Spencer & Danny discuss Xbox waving the white flag in the console wars (allegedly), what that means for the future of Xbox & the gaming space as a whole. Discussing Grounded 2 (Making of The Last of Us Part 2) documentary, and why the PS5 may be slow on games this generation.

Spencer & Danny kick things off with terrible dad jokes (0:00), Palworld’s rise and subsequent AI controversies, what Nintendo could learn, and can it sustain it’s popularity (16:03). Rumors of the Nintendo Switch 2 are picking up steam, is “only” PS4 power a problem or enough, no OLED a dealbreaker? (35:02) Apple Vision Pro, Apple enters the VR/AR space with “spatial computing” but impression...

Spencer & Danny are back from CES, but first Danny makes Spencer play the “pick 1” game with Coheed & Cambria albums. Which thing from CES 2024 we want the most. Predicting 2024 Game of the Year and figuring out how to set up a fantasy video games league. Ubisoft maybe turning it around with Prince of Persia? T-Pain “leaks” that he’s in and working with Rockstar for GTA 6. Who else would w...