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Al and Wayne are back with more news stories and commentary! This episode we cover: No more Nintendo consoles? New Sega Nomad in the works New Arcade 1up games announced Soulja Boy again The Solider 76 controversy Opinion: Video games and LGBT characters Want to share your thoughts? Got an idea for a future topic? Email us at poigamestudio@gmail.com  

Keeping with the ongoing theme of the United Kingdom this episode we'll take a look at legendary and historical weapons from England and Scotland and how you might be able to work them into a campaign. Want to contact us? Drop us a line at poigamestudio@gmail.com

Al and Marcus discuss training equipment for the martial artist as well as training for strength and cardio. Please note that we are not experts when it comes to physical training, so if you are just starting out, haven't done any strength training in awhile, or have other health concerns please consider consulting a doctor or professional trainer before starting a fitness program. When in doubt s...

Grab your coconuts and set course for Camelot! This episode we will be taking a look at weapons from Arthurian legend as well as exploring some of the lore about King Arthur and his famous knights. Want drop us a line? Send emails to poigamestudio@gmail.com On second thought, let's not go to Camelot. It's a silly place.

Happy 2019! Al and Wayne are back to talk about video games! Persona 5r Playstation Classic takes a price drop Alien Blackout update Retroarch emulator coming to XBox One Soulja Boy vs Nintendo Opinion: Do companies go too far in defending their copyright? CORRECTION: Al mentions playing heavy metal on the PlayStation Classic. He meant to say Twisted Metal. Want to contact us? Email us at poigames...

Remember Taebo? Al and Marcus do. There was a brief time when martial arts based aerobic workouts were all the rage. In the episode our hosts discuss cardio martial arts: the good, the bad, and the ugly! Want to reach out to us? Please feel free to email poigamestudio@gmail.com  

The Geekery in General podcast kicks off 2019 with a look at various weapons from Irish mythology. Want to get in contact with us? Email poigamestudio@gmail.com

Al and Wayne have a variety of subjects to discuss this week: Mortal Kombat 11 trailer Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3 announced PlayStation Classic hacked Hello Neighbor prequel New levels for Doom's 25th Anniversary Pokemon Go's Popularity rebounds Opinion: We don't understand game company CEOs We also discuss Doom's impact on popular culture and society. CORRECTION: While discussing the Mortal Komba...

Al and Chad move ahead in their review of the Black Mirror series by taking a look at the last episode of season 2. Why are we doing this now? We'd look pretty stupid reviewing a Christmas episode in February, wouldn't we? Want to email us? You can connect with us a poigamestudio@gmail.com  

In this new series we'll take a look at legendary and historical weapons from around the world, starting with France, Italy, and Spain. Want to contact us? Email poigamestudio@gmail.com

Al and Marcus discuss three terms that are sometimes used interchangeably: McDojo, Black Belt Factory, and Bullshido. We discuss some red flags that indicate a potential martial arts school might be a McDojo or a Black Belt Factory and share our experiences with these institutions. You might also be interested in checking out the following sources that we looked at while preparing for this episode...

Al and Chad move on to the next episode of Black Mirror: 15 Million Merits. Both hosts agree this episode was better written than episode 1. We also discuss the message we think this episode is trying to make in regards to reality TV and modern life. Want to email us? Contact us at poigamestudio@gmail.com  

The 2018 Game Awards are tomorrow, but in the meantime why not listen to Al and Wayne talk about video games? Topics for this episode include: Is a new Aliens game in the works? Kingdom Hearts 3 finally has a release date No Skyward Sword? Denied! Sega Genesis Classics coming to Switch US and Australia investigate loot boxes Opinion: Is freemium the future of gaming? Want to contact us? Email poig...

So you want to learn a martial art? Al and Marcus are here to help! In this episode we discuss some factors to consider when deciding what style to study. We also discuss some things to keep in mind when you are looking for a martial arts school. Want to email us? Contact us at poigamestudio@gmail.com  

Al and Chad start their review of the Netflix series Black Mirror. Season 1, Episode 1: The National Anthem. WARNING: This episode deals with mature and potentially offensive subject matter. Listener discretion advised. CORRECTION: We mention a story about a CNN reporter covering a hurricane and mistakenly name him as Jim Acosta. It was actually Anderson Cooper ( https://www.snopes.com/fact-check/...

Welcome to the first episode of Gamer's Gambit! Each month your hosts Al and Wayne will discuss current events in the video game industry as well as opinions and discussion. Topics for this episode: Super Smash Bros Ultimate Final Fantasy games coming to Switch Final Fantasy 15 DLC cancelled The PlayStation Classic Opinion: Are Gamers Entitled? Want to contact us? Email poigamestudio@gmail.com  

Al and son discuss some of the recent and ongoing changes to Final Fantasy Record Keeper. Want to contact us? Email poigamestudio@gmail.com  

A student of the martial arts can expect to learn many techniques including various types of kicks, punches, blocks, grappling positions, and even more exotic moves. Al and Marcus have both learned many different techniques over the years but for this episode we discuss 12 techniques that we think anyone interested in self defense should know. Want to message us? Do you agree or disagree with our...

The 16 bit era was an awesome time to be a fan of console video role playing games. Many great RPGs were released during the life of the Super Nintendo and Sega Genesis. Look up any list of the best 16 bit RPGs and there are two games that are likely to be on the list: Final Fantasy 6 and Chrono Trigger. But which one of these classics is better? In this episode we take a look at these two respect...

Join your hosts Al and Marcus as they discuss their love of martial arts. In this first episode we discuss how we got into martial arts, which arts we have studied, and hint at possible future topics of discussion. Want to contact us? Got an idea for a topic you would like to see discussed? Email us at poigamestudio@gmail.com  

Is there a side effect to consuming too much pumpkin spice? Al and Chad are going to find out! Our hosts celebrate Halloween by sampling different pumpkin spice products. For some reason we also talk about Taoism, intoxication, and our pre-wedding day experiences. This episode is uncensored. Listener discretion advised.

Join Chad and Al while they talk about technology. What has changed since we were little and how has it changed. They take an in depth look at how technology has influenced us in our lives and how it has made life for our children easier. Al is on his 7th appearance on the show, so no introduction is needed. So sit back, relax and enjoy the show on your computer, phone, or digital media player of...

It's that spooky time of the year! That's right everyone's favorite holiday. Halloween!! We open this with one of the most recognizable Halloween music. Literally, it's a piece of the Halloween Teme song by John Carpenter. Just enjoy this episode and we'll see you in a few days when your trick-or-treating! Sit back, relax and eat a shit ton of candy! We are on Twitter, please follow us and get upd...

The question of evil and where it comes from is one that humanity has long sought an answer to. All religions and cultures have had their own way to approach this topic, and many faiths point the finger at an entity that embodies all that is foul and corrupt. For this year's Halloween special Al reads a research paper he wrote during his final year in college called The Character and Development o...

Much like Axl Rose this episode is late and we apologize for that. This episode much like the sound of Guns N Roses is also poorly edited, for thatwe do not apologize, we wanted the episode to sound much like the music that isbeing brought to you. You'll hear flubs, ums, ahs and silence. Enjoy them all. So grab a fifth of Jack, a velvet top hat, and your favorite guitar and find out if you are mus...