Greater Than Real

In this episode, the guys hole up in their respective homes and weather the storm. What's the best way to pass the time while snow slowly encases your domicile, cutting you off from the outside world? Why, talkin' nerdy stuff with your friends over Skype, that's what. We wrapped ourselves in blankets and talked about: Dying Light Venture Bros Battlefield: Hardline beta Elder Scrolls: Tamriel Unlimited Ghostbusters reboot BIG changes to Marvel and DC Comics in television today Intro: "Erase," by They Might Be Giants Break: "Imaginary Places," by Busdriver Outro: "Modern Guilt," by Beck

In this episode, the gang sits back and revels in the glory that is video game updates, DLC, and expansions. We truly live in the greatest time for games...even if some of them release broken. Oh, also Jehred dissects a whole lotta TV and comic news. Topics we cover include, (but are not limited to): Minecraft: Console Edition Title Update 19 Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn: Heavensward Marvel's Agent Carter Man Seeking Woman Community Ant-man Mortal Kombat X The end of Marvel's Ultimate Universe? Archie Comics Reboot Better Call Saul GTA Online: Heists Intro: "Local Heroes," by MC Chris Break: "Act Nice and Gentle," by The Black Keys Outro: "Our Swords," by Band of Horses

The >REAL Crew take a moment to play the insane card game Superfight. Absurd arguments ensue.Music Featured:Eye of the Tiger - SurvivorSong of the Pharaohs - Omar Faruk TekbilekShape of My Heart (Leon the Professional OST) - StingE.T.'s Powers - John WilliamsFuneral March - Frédéric ChopinDoctor Who Theme - Murray GoldClint Eastwood - GorillazFriday the 13th Theme - Harry ManfrediniBonanza - David RoseFantasia: The Sorcerer's Apprentice - Leopold StokowskiI'm a fuckin Wizard - MC ChrisThe Superfight card Game is available from Skybound Games at superfightgame.com

In this episode, the gang discusses the highs and lows of the first annual Video Game Awards and The Playstation Experience. Spoiler Alert, they were both great. Intro: "I Wish You Would," by JD McPherson Break: "Following," by Phenomenal Handclap Band Outro: "Jump Into the Fire," by Harry Nilsson

The gang revels in all the huge pre-holiday game releases this year. No thanks, mom, I'll get my own gifts this year. We've been diving into: Far Cry 4 GTA 5 on current gen Dragon Age: Inquisition Intro: "Fireworks," by Animal Collective Break 1: "Still," by Geto Boys Break 2: "The Suburbs," by Arcade Fire Outro: "Two Dreamers," by MC Frontalot

This one is a whopper. There is a lot of news to cover over the past week, plus we run down the present and future of both Marvel and DC on the big and small screens. Sit down and strap in for a big ol' earful.Intro: "Supervillain" by Schaffer The DarklordBreak 1: "Hawkeye and Mockingbird" by Adam Warrock Beat Used: "Me and my Girlfriend" by 2PacBreak 2: "Part One (Batman Song)" by MC ChrisBreak 3: "Vision" by Adam Warrock Beat Used: "Bird's Eye View" by Zion IOutro: "I've Got No Strings on Me" from the Pinocchio Motion Picture Soundtrack

After a months-long hiatus, the gang gets back together again and catches up on what they've been playing/watching/reading/smoking.

This a very special episode for >REAL. Not only do we have a guest joining us by the name of Mike King, but Jehred Johnson is finally here with us IN PERSON! What's the momentous occasion? Why, we saw Marvel Studios' Guardians of the Galaxy! We spoil plot points all over the place for this movie, so consider yourslef warned. Intro Song: "Hooked on a Feeling," by Blue Swede Break Song: "Starlord," by Adam Warrock, beat used: "G.U.Y." by Lady Gaga Outro Song: "Don't Pull Your Love," by Hamilton, Joe Frank, and Reynolds

This episode, Jehred couldn't make it, so we had guest host Adam Richter fill his enormous shoes. We dedicated this entire episode to the ups and downs of the biggest convention of the year.

- The Destiny Beta - A chat with a psychic - The Last of Us - Batman: Arkham Knight Pre-order bonuses - Mystery Marvel Movies - Don't call her She-Thor - GTFO: A Film About Women in Gaming - A vague message about Bioshock Intro Song: "Radar Detector," by Darwin Deez Break 1: "Livin Was Easy," by The Glands Break 2: "Stoop Sale," by MC Frontalot Quiz Song: "Vigil," by Jack Wall Outro Song: "Do the Flux," by Kabuto the Python and B.C.

Another thrilling edition of the Greater Than Real podcast where the gang gets together and talks about all things nerdy and awesome. This week's topics include, but are not limited to:StriderWatching X-Files with no lights onLegend of Korra: Book 3TransistorAlien: Isolation pre-order bonusesGearbox's new jointCliffy B's new jointRogue LegacyShadow Warrior returnsEvil Within skirts censorship in JapanGamestop is insidiousNo Man's SkyBatman VS. Superman (SPOILER)Batgirl redesignIntro Song: "Sick Day," by Optimus RhymeBreak 1: "We're Going to be Friends," by White StripesBreak 2: "Tiny Toons Adventures Theme"Outro Song: "10th Generation," by Supercommuter

The gang cools off from the E3 craziness by chilling in a 100 degree apartment and talking about cool nerdy stuff. What kind of stuff, you ask? Well:GTA V Online's Independence Day DLCDestiny AlphaCommunity Lives On!Bioware's First "Fully Gay" CharacterNew Starlord and Rocket Raccoon SeriesOutcast by Robert KirkmanRat Queens TV SeriesPower Puff Girls ReturnsMii's in Super Smash Bros.Airtight Studios FoldsGamer's Schedule for JulyIntro Song: "Hate Me Soon," by Yellow OstrichBreak 1: "Act Nice and Gentle," by The Black KeysBreak 2: "I'll Form the Head," by MC FrontalotOutro Song: "Restless," by Kakkmaddafakka

The thrilling conclusion to our two part E3 special edition episode is here! The gang picks up where we left off, and presses onward with:

With 2014's E3 in the bag, the gang goes over all the press conferences and dissects all the new gaming announcements this year. Part 1 of this special edition episode includes:

This episode marks the arrival of a new microphone, so the gang gets to work on talking. What are we talking about? Tyler's 15 minutes of fame Watch Dogs Godzilla X-Men: Days of Future Past New X-Box apps Reading Rainbow on Kickstarter E3 around the corner Intro Song: "Saint John," By The Cold War Kids Break: "Hell Yes," By Beck Outro Song: "The Country," By Adam Warrock, Beat Used: Original "Transistor," sountrack by Darren Korb

Superior Spider-Man Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. (MAJOR SPOILERS) Google eyes Twitch.TV Halo 5: Guardians Kingsman: Secret Service The "Chew" animated series Star Wars: Episode VII Batman: Arkham Knight Far Cry 4 Transistor Wolfenstein: The New Order Amplitude Quest Attack Microsoft Surface Pro 3 EA at E3 Intro Song: "Space Ho's," by Danger Mouse Break 1: "Superior," by Adam Warrock. Beat Used: "Stranger in my Home," by Zion I Break 2: "I'll Be Your Man," by The Black Keys Outro Song: "On the Table," by AC Newman

The gang reunites and chats about the several new Marvel TV shows coming to Netflix. But that's not all! We also discuss: Towerfall: Ascension Amazing Spider-man 2 (SPOILERS) Captain America: Winter Soldier (SPOILERS) Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. (SPOILERS) Destiny GTA V and more! Intro Song: "Swinging from the Castles," by AWOLNATION Break Song: "The Girl," by Dr. Dog Outro Song: "Power User," by MC Frontalot

This episode, Tyler takes things into his own hands and tries to hold a show together alone. He gushes over FFXIV, Captain America: The Winter Soldier, Mercenary Kings and huge PS4 update.Intro song: "GRWN UP KIDS," by Adam Warrock. Beat used: "The Kids Don't Stand a Chance," by Vampire WeekendOutro song: "Terminus Blues," by Kabuto the Python

After taking their dear sweet time, Jehred, Ryan, and Tyler return to the apartment to chat about their time with Metal Gear Solid: Ground Zeroes, do a bit of SPOILING on Infamous: Second Son, and speculate on both who is going to be cast as the Star Wars lead, and why Facebook bought out the Oculus Rift. We made it to three people! Music: "Gravity Falls 2.0" by Adam Warrock "A David Lynch Movie" by Schaffer The Darklord

We all gush over South Park: The Stick of Truth, fight it out over the validity of mature content in video games, get giddy over Rocksteady's new next-gen Batman game, and quiz each other, all in this second installment of Greater Than Real. Intro: "Thunder Thief," by Schaffer The Darklord (feat. Jane Silence) Break 1: "Braggadocio" by MC Frontalot Break 2: "I Apologize" by Adam Warrock. Beat used: "The Message" by Dr. Dre Outro: "Floating Bridge" by MC Frontalot

Tyler Young, Ryan White, and Jehred Johnson talk about video games, movies, and TV...games will have to wait until next episode. Featuring music by Adam Warrock, MC Frontalot, and Schaffer The Darklord.