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Your eyes (or ears) don't deceive you - after more than two years, the analog boys are back with a super-sized episode live from Smash Summit 13! This episode's got everything you remember and more: super-star guests, musings on what it means just to play Melee, rambling discussions of Mafia and other non-Melee games, camera issues, and a general disregard for time constraints. It's just like old times. 'analog' is a podcast focusing on the Super Smash Bros. Melee scene. » Twitter: twitter.com/analogcast » YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/analogcast » iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/analog/id1367617317 » Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5Al0CEAAvreuKUaj5yGI6D » Patreon: patreon.com/analogcast » Contact: analogcast@gmail.com » Discord: discord.gg/sT6N9CB Music by swervenights aka Dreammates: @dreammates Zane (@epengu) is a writer, video producer, and commentator. Although his first tournament was in 2013, he's been avidly following Melee since his first wavedash in 2009. He formerly worked at HTC Esports, PG Stats, Cheddar Esports, False Swipe Gaming, and these days is a creative producer at Beyond the Summit. You can stay up to date with Zane's interviews on his YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/c/epengu. Rishi (@rishissb) is a long-time competitive Smash veteran. He has been ranked in five Smash games and entered his first tournament in 2005. Formerly from the DMV area, Rishi now resides in NYC where he works in gaming analytics. Check out more of Rishi's content on supersmash.blog/ and youtube.com/rishissb.

In our first episode of the new year, Zain gets on a plane, then wins - insane. Then other Zane gets on a plane and expands his brain - at Smash Summit 9. 'analog' is a podcast focusing on issues in the Super Smash Bros. Melee scene. » Twitter: twitter.com/analogcast » YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/analogcast » iTunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/a... » Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/5Al0CEA... » Patreon: patreon.com/analogcast » Contact: analogcast@gmail.com » Discord: discord.gg/sT6N9CB Music by swervenights aka Dreammates: @dreammates Zane (@epengu) is a writer, video producer, and commentator. Although his first tournament was in 2013, he's been avidly following Melee since his first wavedash in 2009. He formerly helped develop the social media and content at HTC Esports, and these days produces videos for Cheddar Esports and is the lead writer for False Swipe gaming. You can stay up to date with Zane's interviews on his YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/c/epengu. Rishi (@rishissb) is a long-time competitive Smash veteran. He has been ranked in five Smash games and entered his first tournament in 2005. Formerly from the DMV area, Rishi now resides in NYC where he works in gaming analytics. Check out more of Rishi's content on supersmash.blog/ and youtube.com/rishissb.

As 2019 draws to a close, Rishi and Zane explore just how they're feeling about the last year of Melee - including Hungrybox's shaky hold on the number one ranking, Mango's rise to the top, and even whether we care about the ranking anymore after all. When the years go by this fast, what do we care about in Melee? I dunno, but maybe listen to the podcast to find out. 'analog' is a podcast focusing on issues in the Super Smash Bros. Melee scene. » Twitter: twitter.com/analogcast » YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/analogcast » iTunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/a... » Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/5Al0CEA... » Patreon: patreon.com/analogcast » Contact: analogcast@gmail.com » Discord: discord.gg/sT6N9CB Music by swervenights aka Dreammates: @dreammates Zane (@epengu) is a writer, video producer, and commentator. Although his first tournament was in 2013, he's been avidly following Melee since his first wavedash in 2009. He formerly helped develop the social media and content at HTC Esports, and these days produces videos for Cheddar Esports and is the lead writer for False Swipe gaming. You can stay up to date with Zane's interviews on his YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/c/epengu. Rishi (@rishissb) is a long-time competitive Smash veteran. He has been ranked in five Smash games and entered his first tournament in 2005. Formerly from the DMV area, Rishi now resides in NYC where he works in gaming analytics. Check out more of Rishi's content on supersmash.blog/ and youtube.com/rishissb.

We may have been absent for a while, but today we're proud to announce the release of analog: Legacy Edition, with all your favorite repetitive jokes, analysis of the four tournaments we missed over the past two months, and even a rant about the Roast of Bobby Scar. 'analog' is a podcast focusing on issues in the Super Smash Bros. Melee scene. » Twitter: twitter.com/analogcast » YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/analogcast » iTunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/a... » Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/5Al0CEA... » Patreon: patreon.com/analogcast » Contact: analogcast@gmail.com » Discord: discord.gg/sT6N9CB Music by swervenights aka Dreammates: @dreammates Zane (@epengu) is a writer, video producer, and commentator. Although his first tournament was in 2013, he's been avidly following Melee since his first wavedash in 2009. He formerly helped develop the social media and content at HTC Esports, and these days produces videos for Cheddar Esports and is the lead writer for False Swipe gaming. You can stay up to date with Zane's interviews on his YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/c/epengu. Rishi (@rishissb) is a long-time competitive Smash veteran. He has been ranked in five Smash games and entered his first tournament in 2005. Formerly from the DMV area, Rishi now resides in NYC where he works in gaming analytics. Check out more of Rishi's content on supersmash.blog/ and youtube.com/rishissb.

It's a new era for Melee as Rishi's introduced his groundbreaking and daring ruleset designed to save the community: Rishi's Jungle Jam. We demonstrate the intricacies of the mode, talk about lloD being the best player in the world at Super Smash Con, and confuse Midwest Fox players. 'analog' is a podcast focusing on issues in the Super Smash Bros. Melee scene. » Twitter: twitter.com/analogcast » YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/analogcast » iTunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/a... » Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/5Al0CEA... » Patreon: patreon.com/analogcast » Contact: analogcast@gmail.com » Discord: discord.gg/sT6N9CB Music by swervenights aka Dreammates: @dreammates Zane (@epengu) is a writer, video producer, and commentator. Although his first tournament was in 2013, he's been avidly following Melee since his first wavedash in 2009. He formerly helped develop the social media and content at HTC Esports, and these days produces videos for Cheddar Esports and is the lead writer for False Swipe gaming. You can stay up to date with Zane's interviews on his YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/c/epengu. Rishi (@rishissb) is a long-time competitive Smash veteran. He has been ranked in five Smash games and entered his first tournament in 2005. Formerly from the DMV area, Rishi now resides in NYC where he works in gaming analytics. Check out more of Rishi's content on supersmash.blog/ and youtube.com/rishissb.

We've witnessed history - twice over. Axe's win at Smash Summit and Wizzrobe's Smash'n'Splash have changed Melee forever. What we once knew has become void. No one knows what the rankings should look like. And it's the most exciting Melee has looked in years. 'analog' is a podcast focusing on issues in the Super Smash Bros. Melee scene. » Twitter: twitter.com/analogcast » YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/analogcast » iTunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/a... » Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/5Al0CEA... » Patreon: patreon.com/analogcast » Contact: analogcast@gmail.com » Discord: discord.gg/sT6N9CB Music by swervenights aka Dreammates: @dreammates Zane (@epengu) is a writer, video producer, and commentator. Although his first tournament was in 2013, he's been avidly following Melee since his first wavedash in 2009. He formerly helped develop the social media and content at HTC Esports, and these days produces videos for Cheddar Esports and is the lead writer for False Swipe gaming. You can stay up to date with Zane's interviews on his YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/c/epengu. Rishi (@rishissb) is the Lead Smash Writer for Team Dignitas, and a professional Melee player currently ranked #26 on SSBMRank. He has been playing Smash competitively since 2005, and has competed in all versions of the game. Formerly from the DMV area, Rishi now resides in NYC where he works in marketing analytics. Check out more of Rishi's writing on his personal site: supersmash.blog/.

Get On My Level was one for the books - Mango's first win in years, Axe inching closer towards Melee greatness, and Hungrybox's lowest placing since Big House 6. Zane and Rishi talk about just where Melee lies now - and how the hell you'd seed Smash Summit 8. 'analog' is a podcast focusing on issues in the Super Smash Bros. Melee scene. » Twitter: twitter.com/analogcast » YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/analogcast » iTunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/a... » Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/5Al0CEA... » Patreon: patreon.com/analogcast » Contact: analogcast@gmail.com » Discord: discord.gg/sT6N9CB Music by swervenights aka Dreammates: @dreammates Zane (@epengu) is a writer, video producer, and commentator. Although his first tournament was in 2013, he's been avidly following Melee since his first wavedash in 2009. He formerly helped develop the social media and content at HTC Esports, and these days produces videos for Cheddar Esports and is the lead writer for False Swipe gaming. You can stay up to date with Zane's interviews on his YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/c/epengu. Rishi (@rishissb) is the Lead Smash Writer for Team Dignitas, and a professional Melee player currently ranked #26 on SSBMRank. He has been playing Smash competitively since 2005, and has competed in all versions of the game. Formerly from the DMV area, Rishi now resides in NYC where he works in marketing analytics. Check out more of Rishi's writing on his personal site: supersmash.blog/.

In this episode of analog: -Crabs learn to fly -PPMD descends from the heavens -Zane and Rishi congratulate themselves on their very consistent upload schedule. 'analog' is a podcast focusing on issues in the Super Smash Bros. Melee scene. » Twitter: twitter.com/analogcast » YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/analogcast » iTunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/a... » Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/5Al0CEA... » Patreon: patreon.com/analogcast » Contact: analogcast@gmail.com » Discord: discord.gg/sT6N9CB Music by swervenights aka Dreammates: @dreammates Zane (@epengu) is a writer, video producer, and commentator. Although his first tournament was in 2013, he's been avidly following Melee since his first wavedash in 2009. He formerly helped develop the social media and content at HTC Esports, and these days produces videos for Cheddar Esports and is the lead writer for False Swipe gaming. You can stay up to date with Zane's interviews on his YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/c/epengu. Rishi (@rishissb) is the Lead Smash Writer for Team Dignitas, and a professional Melee player currently ranked #26 on SSBMRank. He has been playing Smash competitively since 2005, and has competed in all versions of the game. Formerly from the DMV area, Rishi now resides in NYC where he works in marketing analytics. Check out more of Rishi's writing on his personal site: supersmash.blog/.

Return to full-length episodes with us on a journey to beautiful Bloomington, Indiana for Full Bloom 5! Learn about Rishi's mentality competing in two games at once and Zane's thoughts on SFAT vs. Zain, all in less time than it takes to watch a Michael set. 'analog' is a podcast focusing on issues in the Super Smash Bros. Melee scene. » Twitter: https://twitter.com/analogcast » YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/analogcast » iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/a... » Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5Al0CEA... » Patreon: https://patreon.com/analogcast » Contact: analogcast@gmail.com » Discord: discord.gg/sT6N9CB Music by swervenights aka Dreammates: https://soundcloud.com/dreammates Zane (@epengu) is a writer, video producer, and commentator. Although his first tournament was in 2013, he's been avidly following Melee since his first wavedash in 2009. He formerly helped develop the social media and content at HTC Esports, and these days produces videos for Cheddar Esports and is the lead writer for False Swipe gaming. You can stay up to date with Zane's interviews on his YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/c/epengu. Rishi (@rishissb) is the Lead Smash Writer for Team Dignitas, and a professional Melee player currently ranked #36 on SSBMRank. He has been playing Smash competitively since 2005, and has competed in all versions of the game. Formerly from the DMV area, Rishi now resides in NYC where he works in marketing analytics. Check out more of Rishi's writing on his personal site: supersmash.blog/.

Ultimate Summit - how Ultimate was it really? Pretty dang Ultimate, it turns out. 'analog' is a weekly podcast focusing on issues in the Super Smash Bros. Melee scene. » Twitter: twitter.com/analogcast » YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/analogcast » iTunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/analog/id1367617317 » Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/5Al0CEAAvre…inQdK-UAlzdA4w8A » Patreon: patreon.com/analogcast » Contact: analogcast@gmail.com » Discord: discord.gg/sT6N9CB Music by swervenights aka Dreammates: https://soundcloud.com/dreammates Zane (@epengu) is a writer, video producer, and commentator. Although his first tournament was in 2013, he's been avidly following Melee since his first wavedash in 2009. He formerly helped develop the social media and content at HTC Esports, and these days produces videos for Leaderboard Esports and is the lead writer for False Swipe gaming. You can stay up to date with Zane's interviews on his YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/c/epengu. Rishi (@rishissb) is the Lead Smash Writer for Team Dignitas, and a professional Melee player currently ranked #36 on SSBMRank. He has been playing Smash competitively since 2005, and has competed in all versions of the game. Formerly from the DMV area, Rishi now resides in NYC where he works in marketing analytics. Check out more of Rishi's writing on his personal site: supersmash.blog/.

In our first ever short-form c-stick, we discuss what Mr. Wizard's decree that EVO this year will happen without Melee means for the game - and why it might have happened. Let us know any feedback on the show or on the new c-stick format! 'analog' is a weekly podcast focusing on issues in the Super Smash Bros. Melee scene. » Twitter: twitter.com/analogcast » YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/analogcast » iTunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/analog/id1367617317 » Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/5Al0CEAAvre…inQdK-UAlzdA4w8A » Patreon: patreon.com/analogcast » Contact: analogcast@gmail.com » Discord: discord.gg/sT6N9CB Music by swervenights aka Dreammates: @dreammates Zane (@epengu) is a writer, video producer, and commentator. Although his first tournament was in 2013, he's been avidly following Melee since his first wavedash in 2009. He formerly helped develop the social media and content at HTC Esports, and these days produces videos for Leaderboard Esports and is the lead writer for False Swipe gaming. You can stay up to date with Zane's interviews on his YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/c/epengu. Rishi (@rishissb) is the Lead Smash Writer for Team Dignitas, and a professional Melee player currently ranked #36 on SSBMRank. He has been playing Smash competitively since 2005, and has competed in all versions of the game. Formerly from the DMV area, Rishi now resides in NYC where he works in marketing analytics. Check out more of Rishi's writing on his personal site: supersmash.blog/.

We go over some big changes for analog in general and review Genesis 6 - plus the latest debates to rock Smash. 'analog' is a weekly podcast focusing on issues in the Super Smash Bros. Melee scene. » Twitter: twitter.com/analogcast » YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/analogcast » iTunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/analog/id1367617317 » Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/5Al0CEAAvre…inQdK-UAlzdA4w8A » Patreon: patreon.com/analogcast » Contact: analogcast@gmail.com » Discord: discord.gg/sT6N9CB Music by swervenights aka Dreammates: @dreammates Zane (@epengu) is a writer, video producer, and commentator. Although his first tournament was in 2013, he's been avidly following Melee since his first wavedash in 2009. He formerly helped develop the social media and content at HTC Esports, and these days produces videos for Leaderboard Esports and is the lead writer for False Swipe gaming. You can stay up to date with Zane's interviews on his YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/c/epengu. Rishi (@rishissb) is the Lead Smash Writer for Team Dignitas, and a professional Melee player currently ranked #36 on SSBMRank. He has been playing Smash competitively since 2005, and has competed in all versions of the game. Formerly from the DMV area, Rishi now resides in NYC where he works in marketing analytics. Check out more of Rishi's writing on his personal site: supersmash.blog/.

The long-awaited crossover episode finally arrives - Edwin Budding, ringleader of our rival podcast... wait, what was it called again? Anyways, he's here to catch us up on all the Melee we missed while we were becoming real Smash players. Follow Anokh on Twitter @edwin_budding, and check out Melee Stats: https://meleestats.co/ 'analog' is a weekly podcast focusing on issues in the Super Smash Bros. Melee scene. » Twitter: twitter.com/analogcast » YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/c/analogcast » iTunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/analog/id1367617317 » Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5Al0CEAAvreuKUaj5yGI6D?si=wytDbNinQdK-UAlzdA4w8A » Patreon: patreon.com/analogcast » Contact: analogcast@gmail.com » Discord: discord.gg/sT6N9CB Music by swervenights aka Dreammates: @dreammates Zane (@epengu) is a writer, video producer, and commentator. Although his first tournament was in 2013, he's been avidly following Melee since his first wavedash in 2009. He formerly helped develop the social media and content at HTC Esports, and these days produces videos for Leaderboard Esports and is the lead writer for False Swipe gaming. You can stay up to date with Zane's interviews on his YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/c/epengu. Rishi (@rishissb) is the Lead Smash Writer for Team Dignitas, and a professional Melee player currently ranked #36 on SSBMRank. He has been playing Smash competitively since 2005, and has competed in all versions of the game. Formerly from the DMV area, Rishi now resides in NYC where he works in marketing analytics. Check out more of Rishi's writing on his personal site: supersmash.blog/.

Rishi and Zane finally duke it out in Melee for our loyal podcast fans.... wait a second, that's not Melee! Please enjoy this special edition of 'analog' in which we play the brand new Super Smash Bros. Ultimate!! 'analog' is a weekly podcast focusing on issues in the Super Smash Bros. Melee scene. » Twitter: https://twitter.com/analogcast » Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/analogcast » iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/analog/id1367617317 » Patreon: https://patreon.com/analogcast » Contact: analogcast@gmail.com » Discord: discord.gg/sT6N9CB Music by swervenights aka Dreammates: https://soundcloud.com/dreammates Zane (@epengu) is a writer, video producer, and commentator. Although his first tournament was in 2013, he's been avidly following Melee since his first wavedash in 2009. He formerly helped develop the social media and content at HTC Esports, and these days produces videos for Leaderboard Esports and is the lead writer for False Swipe gaming. You can stay up to date with Zane's interviews on his YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/c/epengu. Rishi (@rishissb) is the Lead Smash Writer for Team Dignitas, and a professional Melee player currently ranked #36 on SSBMRank. He has been playing Smash competitively since 2005, and has competed in all versions of the game. Formerly from the DMV area, Rishi now resides in NYC where he works in marketing analytics. Check out more of Rishi's writing on his personal site: supersmash.blog/.

Smash Ultimate may have hit the literal and metaphorical streets already - but these boys aren't getting put on the naughty list. That doesn't mean we can't talk about how fake all these training mode combos are, though. 'analog' is a weekly podcast focusing on issues in the Super Smash Bros. Melee scene. » Twitter: twitter.com/analogcast » YouTube: youtube.com/c/analogcast » iTunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/analog/id1367617317 » Patreon: patreon.com/analogcast » Contact: analogcast@gmail.com » Discord: discord.gg/sT6N9CB Music by swervenights aka Dreammates: @dreammates Zane (@epengu) is a writer, video producer, and commentator. Although his first tournament was in 2013, he's been avidly following Melee since his first wavedash in 2009. He formerly helped develop the social media and content at HTC Esports, and these days produces videos for Leaderboard Esports and is the lead writer for False Swipe gaming. You can stay up to date with Zane's interviews on his YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/c/epengu. Rishi (@rishissb) is the Lead Smash Writer for Team Dignitas and a professional Melee player currently ranked #36 on SSBMRank. He has been playing Smash competitively since 2005, and has competed in all versions of the game. Formerly from the DMV area, Rishi now resides in NYC where he works in marketing analytics. Check out more of Rishi's writing on his personal site: supersmash.blog/.

Three weeks have passed... three weeks in which we have garnered new experiences, traveled to new locations, and formulated wonderful new thoughts. Three weeks can change a person. And yet, we still spend the first 30 minutes of this episode talking about mafia. 'analog' is a weekly podcast focusing on issues in the Super Smash Bros. Melee scene. » Twitter: twitter.com/analogcast » YouTube: youtube.com/c/analogcast » iTunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/analog/id1367617317 » Patreon: patreon.com/analogcast » Contact: analogcast@gmail.com » Discord: discord.gg/sT6N9CB Music by swervenights aka Dreammates: @dreammates Zane (@epengu) is a writer, video producer, and commentator. Although his first tournament was in 2013, he's been avidly following Melee since his first wavedash in 2009. He formerly helped develop the social media and content at HTC Esports, and these days produces videos for Leaderboard Esports and is the lead writer for False Swipe gaming. You can stay up to date with Zane's interviews on his YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/c/epengu. Rishi (@rishissb) is the Lead Smash Writer for Team Dignitas and a professional Melee player currently ranked #36 on SSBMRank. He has been playing Smash competitively since 2005, and has competed in all versions of the game. Formerly from the DMV area, Rishi now resides in NYC where he works in marketing analytics. Check out more of Rishi's writing on his personal site: supersmash.blog/.

This week, we take a page out of the book of hit movie "Book Club" and get down and dirty with the most scandalous piece of Smash writing out there - Edwin Budding's Monday Morning Marth series. Watch as we tear Anokh's opinions to shreds and preview Smash Summit 7. » Twitter: twitter.com/analogcast » YouTube: youtube.com/c/analogcast » iTunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/analog/id1367617317 » Patreon: patreon.com/analogcast » Contact: analogcast@gmail.com » Discord: discord.gg/sT6N9CB Music by swervenights aka Dreammates: @dreammates Zane (@epengu) is a writer, video producer, and commentator. Although his first tournament was in 2013, he's been avidly following Melee since his first wavedash in 2009. He formerly helped develop the social media and content at HTC Esports, and these days produces videos for Leaderboard Esports and is the lead writer for False Swipe gaming. You can stay up to date with Zane's interviews on his YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/c/epengu. Rishi (@rishissb) is the Lead Smash Writer for Team Dignitas and a professional Melee player currently ranked #36 on SSBMRank. He has been playing Smash competitively since 2005, and has competed in all versions of the game. Formerly from the DMV area, Rishi now resides in NYC where he works in marketing analytics. Check out more of Rishi's writing on his personal site: supersmash.blog/.

WHAT IS THIS FEELING? We got Rishi into Summit, we got Zane a job, and all it cost was two weeks off the podcast! You know what they say about no good deed... We talk the popularity contest that is getting into summit, one short day that changed everything for good, and even dear old Shiz... Listen, I saw Wicked last weekend, okay? » Twitter: twitter.com/analogcast » YouTube: youtube.com/c/analogcast » iTunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/analog/id1367617317 » Patreon: patreon.com/analogcast » Contact: analogcast@gmail.com » Discord: discord.gg/sT6N9CB Music by swervenights aka Dreammates: @dreammates Zane (@epengu) is a writer, video producer, and commentator. Although his first tournament was in 2013, he's been avidly following Melee since his first wavedash in 2009. He formerly helped develop the social media and content at HTC Esports, and these days produces videos for Leaderboard Esports and is the lead writer for False Swipe gaming. You can stay up to date with Zane's interviews on his YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/c/epengu. Rishi (@rishissb) is the Lead Smash Writer for Team Dignitas and a professional Melee player currently ranked #36 on SSBMRank. He has been playing Smash competitively since 2005, and has competed in all versions of the game. Formerly from the DMV area, Rishi now resides in NYC where he works in marketing analytics. Check out more of Rishi's writing on his personal site: supersmash.blog/.

Rishi just had a stellar weekend with incredible sets against his brethren lloD and Zain at The Big House 8 and a 5th place showing in doubles. But... when you really think about it... didn't Chillin carry him? Also: RISHI IS OPTING INTO SUMMIT VOTE FOR HIM » Twitter: twitter.com/analogcast » YouTube: youtube.com/c/analogcast » iTunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/analog/id1367617317 » Patreon: patreon.com/analogcast » Contact: analogcast@gmail.com » Discord: discord.gg/sT6N9CB Music by swervenights aka Dreammates: @dreammates Zane (@epengu) is a writer, video producer, and commentator. Although his first tournament was in 2013, he's been avidly following Melee since his first wavedash in 2009. He formerly helped develop the social media and content at HTC Esports, and these days produces videos for Leaderboard Esports and is the lead writer for False Swipe gaming. You can stay up to date with Zane's interviews on his YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/c/epengu. Rishi (@rishissb) is the Lead Smash Writer for Team Dignitas and a professional Melee player currently ranked #36 on SSBMRank. He has been playing Smash competitively since 2005, and has competed in all versions of the game. Formerly from the DMV area, Rishi now resides in NYC where he works in marketing analytics. Check out more of Rishi's writing on his personal site: supersmash.blog/.

Big House knew they had to differentiate themselves - so they decided to make a cavalier move and ban everyone's controllers from the event! Leave your name at the controller bin to receive your designated accessory for the event. Also in this episode - we talk Trulliam's stream on Nightmare and the process that was necessary for such a situation to be resolved. cw: sexual assault » Twitter: twitter.com/analogcast » YouTube: youtube.com/c/analogcast » iTunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/analog/id1367617317 » Patreon: patreon.com/analogcast » Contact: analogcast@gmail.com » Discord: discord.gg/sT6N9CB Music by swervenights aka Dreammates: @dreammates Zane (@epengu) is a writer, video producer, and commentator. Although his first tournament was in 2013, he's been avidly following Melee since his first wavedash in 2009. He formerly helped develop the social media and content at HTC Esports, and these days produces videos for Leaderboard Esports and is the lead writer for False Swipe gaming. You can stay up to date with Zane's interviews on his YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/c/epengu. Rishi (@rishissb) is the Lead Smash Writer for Team Dignitas and a professional Melee player currently ranked #36 on SSBMRank. He has been playing Smash competitively since 2005, and has competed in all versions of the game. Formerly from the DMV area, Rishi now resides in NYC where he works in marketing analytics. Check out more of Rishi's writing on his personal site: supersmash.blog/.

The Roast of Hugo Gonzalez was a wild success, both as entertainment and a tournament. We talk the best of the players and the roasters, and part 236 of the tales of Rishi's DK. One by one, the gods crumble. With Armada's retirement from Melee singles, an era comes to a close... and thankfully, we never have to hear Rishi's ego after he beats Armada. Phew! See, every cloud has its silver lining. 'analog' is a weekly podcast focusing on issues in the Super Smash Bros. Melee scene. » Twitter: twitter.com/analogcast » YouTube: youtube.com/c/analogcast » iTunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/analog/id1367617317 » Patreon: patreon.com/analogcast » Contact: analogcast@gmail.com » Discord: discord.gg/sT6N9CB Music by swervenights aka Dreammates: @dreammates Zane (@epengu) is a writer, video producer, and commentator. Although his first tournament was in 2013, he's been avidly following Melee since his first wavedash in 2009. He formerly helped develop the social media and content at HTC Esports, and these days produces videos for Leaderboard Esports and is the lead writer for False Swipe gaming. You can stay up to date with Zane's interviews on his YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/c/epengu. Rishi (@rishissb) is the Lead Smash Writer for Team Dignitas and a professional Melee player currently ranked #36 on SSBMRank. He has been playing Smash competitively since 2005, and has competed in all versions of the game. Formerly from the DMV area, Rishi now resides in NYC where he works in marketing analytics. Check out more of Rishi's writing on his personal site: supersmash.blog/.

One by one, the gods crumble. With Armada's retirement from Melee singles, an era comes to a close... and thankfully, we never have to hear Rishi's ego after he beats Armada. Phew! See, every cloud has its silver lining. 'analog' is a weekly podcast focusing on issues in the Super Smash Bros. Melee scene. » Twitter: twitter.com/analogcast » YouTube: youtube.com/c/analogcast » iTunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/analog/id1367617317 » Patreon: patreon.com/analogcast » Contact: analogcast@gmail.com » Discord: discord.gg/sT6N9CB Music by swervenights aka Dreammates: @dreammates Zane (@epengu) is a writer, video producer, and commentator. Although his first tournament was in 2013, he's been avidly following Melee since his first wavedash in 2009. He formerly helped develop the social media and content at HTC Esports, and these days produces videos for Leaderboard Esports and is the lead writer for False Swipe gaming. You can stay up to date with Zane's interviews on his YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/c/epengu. Rishi (@rishissb) is the Lead Smash Writer for Team Dignitas and a professional Melee player currently ranked #36 on SSBMRank. He has been playing Smash competitively since 2005, and has competed in all versions of the game. Formerly from the DMV area, Rishi now resides in NYC where he works in marketing analytics. Check out more of Rishi's writing on his personal site: supersmash.blog/.

This week, we talk about several of the cases of abusive behavior in the Smash community that have been relevant recently, including Eikelmann, Mafia, and Nightmare. Then, in the second half - Summit picks and other things. cw: sexual assault, abuse 'analog' is a weekly podcast focusing on issues in the Super Smash Bros. Melee scene. » Twitter: twitter.com/analogcast » YouTube: youtube.com/c/analogcast » iTunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/analog/id1367617317 » Patreon: patreon.com/analogcast » Contact: analogcast@gmail.com » Discord: discord.gg/sT6N9CB Music by swervenights aka Dreammates: @dreammates Zane (@epengu) is a writer, video producer, and commentator. Although his first tournament was in 2013, he's been avidly following Melee since his first wavedash in 2009. He formerly helped develop the social media and content at HTC Esports, and these days produces videos for Leaderboard Esports and is the lead writer for False Swipe gaming. You can stay up to date with Zane's interviews on his YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/c/epengu. Rishi (@rishissb) is the Lead Smash Writer for Team Dignitas and a professional Melee player currently ranked #36 on SSBMRank. He has been playing Smash competitively since 2005, and has competed in all versions of the game. Formerly from the DMV area, Rishi now resides in NYC where he works in marketing analytics. Check out more of Rishi's writing on his personal site: supersmash.blog/.

Is there really anything else to say? A new era of Melee has dawned upon us - one in which doc kids win majors and you can plug three arduinos into each other for 300% dashback. Trust us - we saw both firsthand. (Apologies to Envy for forgetting you in the Puffs in top 64!) Note: We do talk about the Jacksonville shooting at the very tail end of this episode. CW: gun violence https://www.nerdsvote.com/ 'analog' is a weekly podcast focusing on issues in the Super Smash Bros. Melee scene. » Twitter: twitter.com/analogcast » YouTube: youtube.com/c/analogcast » iTunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/analog/id1367617317 » Patreon: patreon.com/analogcast » Contact: analogcast@gmail.com » Discord: discord.gg/sT6N9CB Music by swervenights aka Dreammates: @dreammates Zane (@epengu) is a writer, video producer, and commentator. Although his first tournament was in 2013, he's been avidly following Melee since his first wavedash in 2009. He formerly helped develop the social media and content at HTC Esports, and these days produces videos for Leaderboard Esports and is the lead writer for False Swipe gaming. You can stay up to date with Zane's interviews on his YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/c/epengu. Rishi (@rishissb) is the Lead Smash Writer for Team Dignitas and a professional Melee player currently ranked #36 on SSBMRank. He has been playing Smash competitively since 2005, and has competed in all versions of the game. Formerly from the DMV area, Rishi now resides in NYC where he works in marketing analytics. Check out more of Rishi's writing on his personal site: supersmash.blog/.

Connor "Contra" Kelly of EndGameTV brings us an idea that we are very excited about: Intramural Smash Leagues. Listen in as he explains how he used this novel idea to revitalize his local scene. Then, we talk about Heir 5 - is it the *best* Melee tournament?! 'analog' is a weekly podcast focusing on issues in the Super Smash Bros. Melee scene. » Twitter: twitter.com/analogcast » YouTube: youtube.com/c/analogcast » iTunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/analog/id1367617317 » Patreon: patreon.com/analogcast » Contact: analogcast@gmail.com » Discord: discord.gg/sT6N9CB Music by swervenights aka Dreammates: @dreammates Zane (@epengu) is a writer, video producer, and commentator. Although his first tournament was in 2013, he's been avidly following Melee since his first wavedash in 2009. He formerly helped develop the social media and content at HTC Esports, and these days produces videos for Leaderboard Esports and is the lead writer for False Swipe gaming. You can stay up to date with Zane's interviews on his YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/c/epengu. Rishi (@rishissb) is the Lead Smash Writer for Team Dignitas and a professional Melee player currently ranked #36 on SSBMRank. He has been playing Smash competitively since 2005, and has competed in all versions of the game. Formerly from the DMV area, Rishi now resides in NYC where he works in marketing analytics. Check out more of Rishi's writing on his personal site: supersmash.blog/.

Two week break - two tournaments - two hours. Get ready for the biggest episode of analog thus far, with topics including Rishi's god win (but not the one we predicted!), the death of a legendary record, Scar versus Fendy, and even some musing on the terror of Hungrybox's watch. Buckle in - it's a long one. 'analog' is a weekly podcast focusing on issues in the Super Smash Bros. Melee scene. » Twitter: http://twitter.com/analogcast » YouTube: http://youtube.com/c/analogcast » iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/analog/id1367617317 » Patreon: http://patreon.com/analogcast » Contact: analogcast@gmail.com » Discord: discord.gg/sT6N9CB Music by swervenights aka Dreammates: @dreammates Zane (@epengu) is a writer, video producer, and commentator. Although his first tournament was in 2013, he's been avidly following Melee since his first wavedash in 2009. He formerly helped develop the social media and content at HTC Esports, and these days produces videos for Leaderboard Esports and is the lead writer for False Swipe gaming. You can stay up to date with Zane's interviews on his YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/c/epengu. Rishi (@rishissb) is the Lead Smash Writer for Team Dignitas and a professional Melee player currently ranked #36 on SSBMRank. He has been playing Smash competitively since 2005, and has competed in all versions of the game. Formerly from the DMV area, Rishi now resides in NYC where he works in marketing analytics. Check out more of Rishi's writing on his personal site: supersmash.blog/.

Our long-hinted guest as finally arrived - and surprise! It's Scar! Scar weighs in on the "beef" with Fendy, delivers us a little sermon of his own, and maybe realizes Zane isn't Zain. Later - we talk about a few of the tournaments that happened this past weekend, including Hax's inauspicious return after a hiatus. 'analog' is a weekly podcast focusing on issues in the Super Smash Bros. Melee scene. » Twitter: twitter.com/analogcast » YouTube: youtube.com/c/analogcast » Soundcloud: soundcloud.com/analogcast » iTunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/analog/id1367617317 » Contact: analogcast@gmail.com » Discord: discord.gg/sT6N9CB Music by swervenights aka Dreammates: https://soundcloud.com/dreammates Zane (@epengu) is a writer, video producer, and commentator. Although his first tournament was in 2013, he's been avidly following Melee since his first wavedash in 2009. He formerly helped develop the social media and content at HTC Esports, and these days produces videos for Leaderboard Esports and is the lead writer for False Swipe gaming. You can stay up to date with Zane's interviews on his YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/c/epengu. Rishi (@rishissb) is the Lead Smash Writer for Team Dignitas, and a professional Melee player currently ranked #36 on SSBMRank. He has been playing Smash competitively since 2005, and has competed in all versions of the game. Formerly from the DMV area, Rishi now resides in NYC where he works in marketing analytics. Check out more of Rishi's writing on his personal site: supersmash.blog/.

This week - Rishi shares his wisdom on improving at Melee, we discuss very serious tier lists, rundown Runback, and AbsentPage stops in after paying a visit to the bodega across the street. 'analog' is a weekly podcast focusing on issues in the Super Smash Bros. Melee scene. » Twitter: twitter.com/analogcast » YouTube: youtube.com/c/analogcast » iTunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/analog/id1367617317 » Contact: analogcast@gmail.com » Discord: discord.gg/sT6N9CB Music by swervenights aka Dreammates: @dreammates Zane (@epengu) is a writer, video producer, and commentator. Although his first tournament was in 2013, he's been avidly following Melee since his first wavedash in 2009. He formerly helped develop the social media and content at HTC Esports, and these days produces videos for Leaderboard Esports and is the lead writer for False Swipe gaming. You can stay up to date with Zane's interviews on his YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/c/epengu. Rishi (@rishissb) is the Lead Smash Writer for Team Dignitas, a professional Melee player, and currently rank #36 on SSBMRank. He has been playing Smash competitively since 2005, and has competed in all versions of the game. Formerly from the DMV area, Rishi now resides in NYC where he works in marketing analytics. Check out more of Rishi's writing on his personal site: supersmash.blog/.

If we keep talking about lloD, will he keep winning tournaments? So far, it seems like the case! Also in this episode: we talk Slap City, why the Project M community is just so damn fun, and why Zane is betting on Rishi to beat Armada at Smash Con. 'analog' is a weekly podcast focusing on issues in the Super Smash Bros. Melee scene. » Twitter: twitter.com/analogcast » YouTube: youtube.com/c/analogcast » iTunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/analog/id1367617317 » Contact: analogcast@gmail.com » Discord: discord.gg/sT6N9CB Music by swervenights aka Dreammates: @dreammates Zane (@epengu) is a writer, video producer, and commentator. Although his first tournament was in 2013, he's been avidly following Melee since his first wavedash in 2009. He formerly helped develop the social media and content at HTC Esports, and these days produces videos for Leaderboard Esports and is the lead writer for False Swipe gaming. You can stay up to date with Zane's interviews on his YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/c/epengu. Rishi (@rishissb) is the Lead Smash Writer for Team Dignitas, a professional Melee player, and currently rank #36 on SSBMRank. He has been playing Smash competitively since 2005, and has competed in all versions of the game. Formerly from the DMV area, Rishi now resides in NYC where he works in marketing analytics. Check out more of Rishi's writing on his personal site: supersmash.blog/.

Zane and Rishi analyze the antics of this weekend's CEO top 8 entrances, and get into some nitty-gritty on the latest social issue facing the smash community. 'analog' is a weekly podcast focusing on issues in the Super Smash Bros. Melee scene. » Twitter: twitter.com/analogcast » YouTube: youtube.com/c/analogcast » iTunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/analog/id1367617317 » Contact: analogcast@gmail.com » Discord: discord.gg/sT6N9CB Music by swervenights aka Dreammates: @dreammates Zane (@epengu) is a writer, video producer, and commentator. Although his first tournament was in 2013, he's been avidly following Melee since his first wavedash in 2009. He formerly helped develop the social media and content at HTC Esports, and these days produces videos for Leaderboard Esports and is the lead writer for False Swipe gaming. You can stay up to date with Zane's interviews on his YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/c/epengu. Rishi (@rishissb) is the Lead Smash Writer for Team Dignitas, a professional Melee player, and currently rank #36 on SSBMRank. He has been playing Smash competitively since 2005, and has competed in all versions of the game. Formerly from the DMV area, Rishi now resides in NYC where he works in marketing analytics. Check out more of Rishi's writing on his personal site: supersmash.blog/.

With Melee in a drought, the boys turn to other topics and other games, like Mario Tennis, Fire Emblem, and anything Zane can think of to get Rishi to stop thinking about his Donkey Kong. 'analog' is a weekly podcast focusing on issues in the Super Smash Bros. Melee scene. » Twitter: twitter.com/analogcast » YouTube: youtube.com/c/analogcast » iTunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/analog/id1367617317 » Contact: analogcast@gmail.com » Discord: discord.gg/sT6N9CB Music by swervenights aka Dreammates: @dreammates Zane (@epengu) is a writer, video producer, and commentator. Although his first tournament was in 2013, he's been avidly following Melee since his first wavedash in 2009. He formerly helped develop the social media and content at HTC Esports, and these days produces videos for Leaderboard Esports and is the lead writer for False Swipe gaming. You can stay up to date with Zane's interviews on his YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/c/epengu. Rishi (@rishissb) is the Lead Smash Writer for Team Dignitas, a professional Melee player, and currently rank #36 on SSBMRank. He has been playing Smash competitively since 2005, and has competed in all versions of the game. Formerly from the DMV area, Rishi now resides in NYC where he works in marketing analytics. Check out more of Rishi's writing on his personal site: supersmash.blog/.

There's not a lot to talk about this week... just kidding! SonicFox challenges ZeRo to a First-to-10 in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Zamu makes his mark, and the Zain wins a tournament. 'analog' is a weekly podcast focusing on issues in the Super Smash Bros. Melee scene. » Twitter: twitter.com/analogcast » YouTube: youtube.com/c/analogcast » iTunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/analog/id1367617317 » Contact: analogcast@gmail.com » Discord: https://discord.gg/sT6N9CB Music by swervenights aka Dreammates: @dreammates Zane (@epengu) is a writer, video producer, and commentator. Although his first tournament was in 2013, he's been avidly following Melee since his first wavedash in 2009. He formerly helped develop the social media and content at HTC Esports, and these days produces videos for Leaderboard Esports and is the lead writer for False Swipe gaming. You can stay up to date with Zane's interviews on his YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/c/epengu. Rishi (@rishissb) is the Lead Smash Writer for Team Dignitas, a professional Melee player, and currently rank #36 on SSBMRank. He has been playing Smash competitively since 2005, and has competed in all versions of the game. Formerly from the DMV area, Rishi now resides in NYC where he works in marketing analytics. Check out more of Rishi's writing on his personal site: supersmash.blog/.

analog hits the road this week - to Nintendo NYC, where our chronicle of waiting in line to try Super Smash Bros. Ultimate for Switch throws us challenges such as rampaging security guards, possible legal action taken against us, and an encounter that made us feel like we were on Punk'd. Oh yeah, and then we got to play the goddamned game and give you our impressions. » Twitter: twitter.com/analogcast » YouTube: youtube.com/c/analogcast » iTunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/analog/id1367617317 » Contact: analogcast@gmail.com » Discord: https://discord.gg/sT6N9CB Target Test - Super Smash Bros Melee (FamiTracker VRC6) by VinylCheese https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXOxeYOLMIsjNM37jjUaH7A Zane (@epengu) is a writer, video producer, and commentator. Although his first tournament was in 2013, he's been avidly following Melee since his first wavedash in 2009. He formerly helped develop the social media and content at HTC Esports, and these days produces videos for Leaderboard Esports and is the lead writer for False Swipe gaming. You can stay up to date with Zane's interviews on his YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/c/epengu. Rishi (@rishissb) is the Lead Smash Writer for Team Dignitas, a professional Melee player, and currently rank #36 on SSBMRank. He has been playing Smash competitively since 2005, and has competed in all versions of the game. Formerly from the DMV area, Rishi now resides in NYC where he works in marketing analytics. Check out more of Rishi's writing on his personal site: supersmash.blog/.

On this episode of analog - we review Smash'N'Splash 4, including why Armada-Hbox feels fresh for the first time in a while, and welcome our new Fortnite overlords - please watch our game, you guys. It's very good. 'analog' is a weekly podcast focusing on issues in the Super Smash Bros. Melee scene. » Twitter: twitter.com/analogcast » YouTube: youtube.com/c/analogcast » iTunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/analog/id1367617317 » Contact: analogcast@gmail.com » Discord: https://discord.gg/sT6N9CB Music by swervenights aka Dreammates: @dreammates Zane (@epengu) is a writer, video producer, and commentator. Although his first tournament was in 2013, he's been avidly following Melee since his first wavedash in 2009. He formerly helped develop the social media and content at HTC Esports, and these days produces videos for Leaderboard Esports and is the lead writer for False Swipe gaming. You can stay up to date with Zane's interviews on his YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/c/epengu. Rishi (@rishissb) is the Lead Smash Writer for Team Dignitas, a professional Melee player, and currently rank #36 on SSBMRank. He has been playing Smash competitively since 2005, and has competed in all versions of the game. Formerly from the DMV area, Rishi now resides in NYC where he works in marketing analytics. Check out more of Rishi's writing on his personal site: supersmash.blog/.

It's a slow week and we're a little tired - so Rishi and Zane spend the hour trading Mew2King stories, touching on some results for the weekend, and musing whether the Summit level-up is real. 'analog' is a weekly podcast focusing on issues in the Super Smash Bros. Melee scene. » Twitter: twitter.com/analogcast » YouTube: youtube.com/c/analogcast » iTunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/analog/id1367617317 » Contact: analogcast@gmail.com » Discord: https://discord.gg/sT6N9CB Music by swervenights aka Dreammates: @dreammates Zane (@epengu) is a writer, video producer, and commentator. Although his first tournament was in 2013, he's been avidly following Melee since his first wavedash in 2009. He formerly helped develop the social media and content at HTC Esports, and these days produces videos for Leaderboard Esports and is the lead writer for False Swipe gaming. You can stay up to date with Zane's interviews on his YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/c/epengu. Rishi (@rishissb) is the Lead Smash Writer for Team Dignitas, a professional Melee player, and currently rank #36 on SSBMRank. He has been playing Smash competitively since 2005, and has competed in all versions of the game. Formerly from the DMV area, Rishi now resides in NYC where he works in marketing analytics. Check out more of Rishi's writing on his personal site: supersmash.blog/.

This week - the devil went up... to Get on My Level 2018! Zane and Rishi break down what we learned from the tournament, both about the scene and on a personal level. Also, we joke about Fendy. Love ya Fendy! 'analog' is a weekly podcast focusing on issues in the Super Smash Bros. Melee scene. » Twitter: twitter.com/analogcast » YouTube: youtube.com/c/analogcast » iTunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/analog/id1367617317 » Contact: analogcast@gmail.com » Discord: https://discord.gg/sT6N9CB Music by swervenights aka Dreammates: @dreammates Zane (@epengu) is a writer, video producer, and commentator. Although his first tournament was in 2013, he's been avidly following Melee since his first wavedash in 2009. He formerly helped develop the social media and content at HTC Esports, and these days produces videos for Leaderboard Esports and is the lead writer for False Swipe gaming. You can stay up to date with Zane's interviews on his YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/c/epengu. Rishi (@rishissb) is the Lead Smash Writer for Team Dignitas, a professional Melee player, and currently rank #36 on SSBMRank. He has been playing Smash competitively since 2005, and has competed in all versions of the game. Formerly from the DMV area, Rishi now resides in NYC where he works in marketing analytics. Check out more of Rishi's writing on his personal site: supersmash.blog/.

"Zane and Rishi masterfully combine highly detailed Yoshi frame data with expertly crafted banter. You won't want to miss out on this one." -The Puffington Post 'analog' is a weekly podcast focusing on issues in the Super Smash Bros. Melee scene. » Twitter: twitter.com/analogcast » YouTube: youtube.com/c/analogcast » iTunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/analog/id1367617317 » Contact: analogcast@gmail.com » Discord: https://discord.gg/sT6N9CB Music by swervenights aka Dreammates: @dreammates Zane (@epengu) is a writer, video producer, and commentator. Although his first tournament was in 2013, he's been avidly following Melee since his first wavedash in 2009. He formerly helped develop the social media and content at HTC Esports, and these days produces videos for Leaderboard Esports and is the lead writer for False Swipe gaming. You can stay up to date with Zane's interviews on his YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/c/epengu. Rishi (@rishissb) is the Lead Smash Writer for Team Dignitas, a professional Melee player, and currently rank #36 on SSBMRank. He has been playing Smash competitively since 2005, and has competed in all versions of the game. Formerly from the DMV area, Rishi now resides in NYC where he works in marketing analytics. Check out more of Rishi's writing on his personal site: supersmash.blog/.

Episode 6: Smash Summit 6. We've got a lot to talk about. Buckle in. 'analog' is a weekly podcast focusing on issues in the Super Smash Bros. Melee scene. » Twitter: twitter.com/analogcast » YouTube: youtube.com/c/analogcast » iTunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/analog/id1367617317 » Contact: analogcast@gmail.com » Discord: https://discord.gg/sT6N9CB Music by swervenights aka Dreammates: @dreammates Zane (@epengu) is a writer, video producer, and commentator. Although his first tournament was in 2013, he's been avidly following Melee since his first wavedash in 2009. He formerly helped develop the social media and content at HTC Esports, and these days produces videos for Leaderboard Esports and is the lead writer for False Swipe gaming. You can stay up to date with Zane's interviews on his YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/c/epengu. Rishi (@rishissb) is the Lead Smash Writer for Team Dignitas, a professional Melee player, and currently rank #36 on SSBMRank. He has been playing Smash competitively since 2005, and has competed in all versions of the game. Formerly from the DMV area, Rishi now resides in NYC where he works in marketing analytics. Check out more of Rishi's writing on his personal site: supersmash.blog/.

Rishi and Zane get down to business talking about the past weekend's tounaments, including Westballz's rollercoaster performances and AbsentPage's continued breakout - plus, discussion of finding your place in the community and understanding why you play Melee. 'analog' is a weekly podcast focusing on issues in the Super Smash Bros. Melee scene. » Twitter: twitter.com/analogcast » YouTube: youtube.com/c/analogcast » iTunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/analog/id1367617317 » Contact: analogcast@gmail.com » Discord: https://discord.gg/sT6N9CB Music by swervenights aka Dreammates: https://soundcloud.com/dreammates Zane (@epengu) is a writer, video producer, and commentator. Although his first tournament was in 2013, he's been avidly following Melee since his first wavedash in 2009. He formerly helped develop the social media and content at HTC Esports, and these days produces videos for Leaderboard Esports and is the lead writer for False Swipe gaming. You can stay up to date with Zane's interviews on his YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/c/epengu. Rishi (@rishissb) is the Lead Smash Writer for Team Dignitas, a professional Melee player, and currently rank #36 on SSBMRank. He has been playing Smash competitively since 2005, and has competed in all versions of the game. Formerly from the DMV area, Rishi now resides in NYC where he works in marketing analytics. Check out more of Rishi's writing on his personal site: supersmash.blog/.

It's been a busy week in Melee! On this week's analog, Rishi and Zane cover the nailbiter that was Flatiron 3, a comprehensive review of all 143 pages of Hax's manifesto, and the debate raging in the community: are all these phantom hits caused by UCF/Satan? 'analog' is a weekly podcast focusing on issues in the Super Smash Bros. Melee scene. » Twitter: twitter.com/analogcast » YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCnG6XpXTvrPa-pX6-c0gpgg/ » iTunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/analog/id1367617317 » Contact: analogcast@gmail.com » Discord: https://discord.gg/sT6N9CB Zane (@epengu) is a writer, video producer, and commentator. Although his first tournament was in 2013, he's been avidly following Melee since his first wavedash in 2009. He formerly helped develop the social media and content at HTC Esports, and these days produces videos for Leaderboard Esports and is the lead writer for False Swipe gaming. You can stay up to date with Zane's interviews on his YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/c/epengu. Rishi (@rishissb) is the Lead Smash Writer for Team Dignitas, a professional Melee player, and currently rank #36 on SSBMRank. He has been playing Smash competitively since 2005, and has competed in all versions of the game. Formerly from the DMV area, Rishi now resides in NYC where he works in marketing analytics. Check out more of Rishi's writing on his personal site: supersmash.blog/.

Fresh off qualifying for Smash Summit 6, Zain (@PG_Zain) weighs in on the Summit campaign experience, Marth at the top level, and talks about what you can expect from him in the future. 'analog' is a weekly podcast focusing on issues in the Super Smash Bros. Melee scene. » Twitter: https://twitter.com/analogcast » YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCnG6XpXTvrPa-pX6-c0gpgg/ » iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/analog/id1367617317 » Contact: analogcast@gmail.com » Discord: https://discord.gg/sT6N9CB Zane (@epengu) is a writer, video producer, and commentator. Although his first tournament was in 2013, he's been avidly following Melee since his first wavedash in 2009. He formerly helped develop the social media and content at HTC Esports, and these days produces videos for Leaderboard Esports and is the lead writer for False Swipe gaming. You can stay up to date with Zane's interviews on his YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/epengu. Rishi (@rishissb) is the Lead Smash Writer for Team Dignitas, a professional Melee player, and currently rank #36 on SSBMRank. He has been playing Smash competitively since 2005, and has competed in all versions of the game. Formerly from the DMV area, Rishi now resides in NYC where he works in marketing analytics. Check out more of Rishi's writing on his personal site: supersmash.blog/.

CW: homophobic slurs, sexual assault This week we are joined by Emily Sun (@emilywaves): founder of @Smash_Sisters, Head Tournament Organizer of Nebulous Gaming in NYC, member of the Competitive Committee, and community leader. We pick her brain on a number of issues related to harassment in the smash community, how women are finding their place in a largely male-dominated community, and what actions we can all take to create a more welcoming space.

In the first episode of 'analog,' Rishi and Zane recap Full Bloom 4, prepare anti-Yoshi strategies for the inevitable revolution, and talk about how Reddit has fractured our sense of time irrevocably. Light stuff.