The PARTY UP! Podcast

This week we talk all about video game OSTs that stand as some of the most iconic, and discuss the importance of music in all content across the board. Enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/partyuppodcast/support

On this episode, we discuss the overwhelming amount of content available to consume, the things that get us burned out the most, and the whats and whys that cause it to happen and how to try and fix it. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/partyuppodcast/support

We sit and do a full review of the latest video game live action adaptation to be released, Mortal Kombat. Was the film a flawless victory? Or was it simply a violent mess? Take a listen to hear our take. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/partyuppodcast/support

With recent news of actor Wyatt Russell receiving death threats over his portrayal of the character John Walker in the latest Marvel series to hit Disney Plus, 'The Falcon and The Winter Soldier', MOSH and Se7en discuss the separation of character and actor, Hollywood and the idolizing of celebrities, and list off some of their own most hated fictional characters.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/partyuppodcast/support

This week we sit and discuss gaming developer decisions, video game content and lack thereof, release schedules, side quests, end game content, and so much more! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/partyuppodcast/support

This week we ramble on about current anime, discuss the differences in a series from the manga, and talk about stand alone anime films and side stories. Enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/partyuppodcast/support

Hollywood has been developing a bad habit of pushing back film releases and the streaming services have been asking for way more than they deserve. Take a listen as we analyze the recent trends in the film industry, along with discussing some of our own highly anticipated upcoming movies. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/partyuppodcast/support

A lot has been presented to comic book fans of both the Marvel and DC Universes, so we sit and talk about it. We discuss the new MCU series, 'The Falcon and The Winter Soldier' that hit Disney+, and we talk about the release of Zack Snyders 'Justice League' that hit HBO Max. All that and we put Beardy in the hot seat as we play a special edition of 'VS'! Enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/partyuppodcast/support

Take a listen as we continue our discussion on the topic of video games and explore the genre of the 'Hack & Slash'! We dive into some our favorite elements in the style, talk about some of our favorite titles, and we even create some of our own unique adventures! Enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/partyuppodcast/support

Continuing our conversation on video game adaptations, we discuss and review the anime, based on the popular gaming title, 'Devil May Cry'. Did it manage to slay the demons of series adaptation? Or was it a swing and a miss for the beloved Dante? Take a listen to find out! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/partyuppodcast/support

2021 and 2022 are seeing a rise in video game live action film & series adaptations, and we're here to talk about it! Take a listen as we go through the list of movies and shows released, and soon to be released. Will they take the games they're based on to a whole new level? Or will it be 'Game Over' for Hollywood? --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/partyuppodcast/support

This week we discuss the latest Marvel series release to hit the Disney+ app, 'WandaVision'! With only 2 episodes left we talk about what Marvel Studios has presented the MCU fans so far and where they might be going with it all. We also play a new version of 'VS' where a mystery mutant faces of against some truly unexpected opponents. Enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/partyuppodcast/support

Happy Valentine's Day everyone! Love is in the air as we sit and discuss some of our personal video game character crushes! We explore our love for some truly awesome, and sometimes attractive, icons in gaming, we talk about cosplay and fan art, and we also see what peeks the interest of the internet. Enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/partyuppodcast/support

This week on the podcast, we dive into our Anime of the Month: BLOOD OF ZEUS! We breakdown the shows format, music score, animation, and story line in this review, so take a listen to hear whether it was worth the watch, or simply a bloody mess. Enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/partyuppodcast/support

After a hilarious episode of 'VS' and talking all about 'Avatar: The Last Airbender', we decided to sit and watch the live-action film adaptation by M. Night Shyamalan. BIG MISTAKE. Take a listen as we review 'The Last Airbender' and discuss the repeat offenses of Hollywood when it comes to source material and fandoms. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/partyuppodcast/support

This week on the podcast we are bringing back our favorite game, VS! On this edition, we're putting one of our favorite animated heroes on the chopping block, as Aang, from 'Avatar: The Last Airbender', goes up against 12 mystery opponents! Will he come out on top and gain the respect of the Internet? Or will he burn up, blow out, get buried, and drown? Take a listen to find out! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/partyuppodcast/support

This week we're joined by special guest and writer for The Jackal, David Podhaskie! We dive into the world of Video Games and count down the Internets Top 3 picks for Best Controller! We also talk nostalgic tech and accessories that amplified our gaming experiences! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/partyuppodcast/support

This week on the podcast, we're joined by returning special guest, keepitkuwaii! We dive into the world of anime and discuss all the common tropes that are constantly present. From tsundere to oppai, angry boys to loli girls, and power scaling to just flat out bad plot points, we discuss our issues with it all. Enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/partyuppodcast/support

Happy New Year and welcome to the first new episode of 2021! We discuss the movie theater business, films going direct to stream, we settle the age old debate of Marvel vs DC, and so much more! Enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/partyuppodcast/support

Merry Christmas everyone!! In this Christmas themed episode, we travel back in time to review the infamous Star Wars Holiday Special of 1978, we take a look at the current 2020 Lego Star Wars Holiday Special, produced by Disney, and we talk about both the current state and future of the franchise. We also dive into our own favorite Christmas classics! Enjoy & Happy Holidays! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/partyuppodcast/support

Back from an impromptu break, the boys discuss THE CONSOLE WARS! Take a listen as they give their analysis of the next gen consoles and state of gaming both Pre-Release and Post Release. With the holidays here, is there a clear winner? And they also dive into the utter fiasco that was the release of CyberPunk 2077 by CD Projekt Red. Enjoy! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/partyuppodcast/support

On this episode of the podcast, we dive into both our Anime of the Month and our *Spoiler Alert* Movie Review by checking out season 1 of 'Blood-C', and also watching another movie by Len Kabasinski of Killer Wolf Films, 'Curse of the Wolf'. Take a listen as Derek and John actually agree on things, and Jordan questions his love for anime and b-flims. All that and more, on this spooky double feature! Enjoy! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/partyuppodcast/support

On this super spooky episode of the podcast, special guest film and lifestyle blogger, Sophie Athawes, joins us all the way from London! Together we pit some of horrors biggest names against each other in a tournament to crown our number one Party Up Horror Icon! Enjoy! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/partyuppodcast/support

It's the start of the our favorite time of year! It's Spooky Season! And what better way to start off the month than discussing the horror genre in gaming! We discuss our outlook on the current state of horror video games, we tackle the concept of the 'jump scare', and we express our feelings about the popular Five Nights at Freddy's franchise. What would it take to scare us? Take a listen to find out! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/partyuppodcast/support

It's Derek and John's birthdays! The guys talk about all the fun they've been having, especially with multiplayer games, and they dive into the state of gaming with recent titles such as Fall Guys and Among Us. They also review their most recent B-Film watch through of the 80's movie, BLOOD DEBTS! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/partyuppodcast/support

With gaming as this months unintentional theme, the boys discuss their Anime pick, No Game No Life. And surprisingly enough, they're all on the same page. Does the one season series about an undefeated brother-sister, super genius, gaming duo looking to beat the one true god have replay value? Or did they call simply call it 'game over'? Take a listen to find out! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/partyuppodcast/support

On this episode of the podcast, we travel back in time! Back to our childhoods where the nostalgia all began and we watched the one and only, Super Mario Bros. Super Show! We dive and go deep into the wild and wacky cartoon and live-action kids show that hit American televisions in 1989, giving us a unique look at the iconic Brooklyn brothers and pasta powered plumbers. Mama Mia! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/partyuppodcast/support

On this episode of the podcast, we discuss the release of Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 1+2 Remastered, Marvel's Avengers, and other game releases from this past Labor Day Weekend. We also dive into the Nintendo 35th Anniversary of Super Mario, nostalgia being one hell of a drug, and the origins of the gaming industry told through the new Netflix Documentary, 'High Score'. All that and more, so enjoy! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/partyuppodcast/support

On this weeks podcast, we review the Netflix live-action adaptation of the popular graphic novel, 'The Last Days of American Crime'. Take a listen as we reveal why it was an absolute dumpster fire and why it has been criticized as the worst film EVER. We also discuss Netflix and their bad habit of creating terrible live-action versions of beloved franchises, how they suffer from "DC Syndrome", and much more. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/partyuppodcast/support

Take a listen as the guys dive into the brand new, sci-fi, crime fiction anime, ID:Invaded. New to Hulu for 2020, they review everything from the soundtrack and visual artwork and animation, to the intriguing plot, multiple weaving stories, and overall experience of the show. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/partyuppodcast/support

A few weeks ago, John put out a call for someone from the Furry community to come on the show and help us understand a little more about the fandom... and we actually got a response! Take a listen as we have special effects artist, freelance graphic designer, and listener of the show, Ross (aka: Rastaban) joining us to explain his little slice of the furry life. He shares with us his experiences growing up, his theories on how the attraction to the furry world begins, some of the hardships he's had to face, and ultimately how his work as an anthro-artist has been a true blessing. Enjoy! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/partyuppodcast/support

Part 2 of our milestone 100th episode is here! Take a listen as the panel continues answering listener submitted questions and they even go through some of their own. From whether or not they scrub their legs in the shower, a debate on water, and their favorite slushie drinks, to their opinions on the best film trilogies, favorite Beat 'Em Up games, and what they've learned throughout their time content creating. Plus, so much more. Enjoy! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/partyuppodcast/support

It's our milestone 100th episode! (Well, Part 1 of it anyway.) It's been a long, strange road, but somehow we made it! Take a listen as Derek, John, and Jordan are joined by OG co-host Juan and 3rd Season co-host Katie as they answer a line of listener submitted questions. From their origins in gaming and their top Nintendo waifus, to how they dress themselves and what they are looking forward to in the future. Enjoy! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/partyuppodcast/support

This week is a special extended episode where the guys dive deep into voice actors stepping down, the thin line between nobility and absurdity, representation in pop culture, the power of words, and so much more involving the current social and cultural situations in America. The show gets heavy, but they bring a special edition of 'VS' to the table to lighten the mood where they have the Devil himself face off in a series of fiddle contests. Enjoy! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/partyuppodcast/support

On this episode of the show, the guys dive into the world of gaming and how, especially during these trying times, it has been a saving grace, not just for themselves but for so many others. They discuss how video games offer a healthy escape, how children are helping parents see the good in being a gamer, and how parenting is a major part in developing a healthy and safe mental attitude. Enjoy! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/partyuppodcast/support

On this weeks podcast, the guys continue a bit of their conversation about Spider-Man, which leads them into talking about the human/animal hybrids seen in many comic book heroes and villains. Shooting off of their discussion about the comic book realm, they quickly start to dive into anthropomorphism popularly found in many cartoons and pop culture figures. But even with naming so many famous characters, there's always a list of hated concepts, and a few rejects. To add to that list, they actually created their own heroes that, unfortunately, may never see that first edition comic or pilot episode. Oh, and they talk about Furries as well. Enjoy! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/partyuppodcast/support

On this episode of the podcast, John, Derek, and Jordan cover the first weekend of the very first ever Summer Game Fest 2020. Take a listen as they share their discussion from before the events first day, then they dive into the weekends presentations, video games they are excited for, and what they are really looking for from a gaming event like this. Enjoy! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/partyuppodcast/support

This week on the podcast, the guys discuss retro-gaming and modern emulators, they get back into their B-Movie groove as they review their hilarious watch through of John and Jordan's pick of the month, LOW BLOW, and Derek asks the guys to mash up the genres of action, comedy, and martial arts in order to Create-A-Hero! Enjoy! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/partyuppodcast/support

On this weeks episode, Derek and John introduce and welcome a brand new co-host to the show, Jordan of Se7en TV! Together they discuss the struggles of side questing, nostalgia and the return of Tony Hawks Pro Skater, and they give a full review of Jordan's pick for Anime of the Month, Space Dandy. Enjoy! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/partyuppodcast/support

On this weeks episode of the podcast, Derek and John are joined by Jordan, of Se7enTV, as they discuss TikTok vs Vine, talk about quarantine activities, and dive right into a full review of the new Hulu series, 'Solar Opposites', by Rick & Morty co-creator Justin Roiland. Enjoy! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/partyuppodcast/support

On this episode, Derek and John, along with guests Mario and Jordan, discuss today's streaming services, the evolution of animation, how animation compares to live-action when dealing with emotion, and much, much more, all while giving a full review of the Netflix series 'Love Death + Robots' and diving deep into the emotional roller coaster that is 'The Midnight Gospel'. Enjoy! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/partyuppodcast/support

Ladies and gentlemen, we have finally made it! Welcome to our March 'VS!' Tournament Finals! It's been a long road for our competitors, but they have battled through and each claimed victory for their rightful realms. Today, Mei from 'Overwatch' (our Video Game Champion), Krillin from 'DragonBall Z' (our Anime Champion), Squirrel Girl from Marvel (our Comic Book Champion), and Space Ghost from 'Space Ghost Coast to Coast' (our Pop Culture Champion) face off in brackets one final time, and we find out who is our Champion of Champions! Enjoy! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/partyuppodcast/support

It's the 4th edition of our March Madness Tournament, "MARCH VS"!, and this week we are diving into Pop Culture! We've put together our final list of 8 random characters and yet again face them off against each other in head-to-head brackets! Take a listen as we have The Tick, Dean Winchester from TV's Supernatural, Space Ghost, Courage The Cowardly Dog, Data from Star Trek, BeetleJuice, Robo-Cop, and Ellen Ripley from the film Aliens, all compete to be named our Pop Culture champion! Enjoy! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/partyuppodcast/support

Welcome to the 3rd edition of our March Madness Tournament, "MARCH VS"! This week we are diving into Comic Books! We've put together a list of 8 random characters and we're facing them off against each other in yet another set of head-to-head brackets! Take a listen as we have The Goon, Constantine, Rorschach from WatchMen, Krypto the Super Dog, Violator from Spawn, Squirrel Girl, Black Cat from Spider-Man, and The Mask, all compete to be named our #1 Comic Book character! Enjoy! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/partyuppodcast/support

Welcome to the 2nd edition of our March Madness Tournament (that we like to call), "MARCH VS"! This week we are focusing on the world of ANIME! We've put together a list of 8 characters ranging from all genres and we've pit them against each other in another set of head-to-head brackets! Take a listen as we have Joseph 'JoJo' Joestar from 'JoJo's Bizarre Adventure', Erza Scarlet from 'Fairytale', Totoro from 'My Neighbor Totoro', Krillin from the 'Dragon Ball' series, Hange Zoe from 'Attack on Titan', Honey Senpai from 'Ouran High School Host Club', Rock Lee from 'Naruto', and Seto Kaiba from Yu-Gi-Oh, all compete to be named our #1 Anime character! Enjoy! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/partyuppodcast/support

Ladies and gentlemen, IT'S TIME! Welcome to the first edition of our March Madness Tournament (that we like to call), "MARCH VS"! This week we are focusing on the world of VIDEO GAMES! We've put together a list of 8 characters ranging from all genres and all platforms, and we've pit them against each other in head-to-head brackets! Take a listen as we have such heavy hitters as Kratos from God of War, Raiden from Mortal Kombat, Cloud Strife from Final Fantasy VII, Mei from Overwatch, Samus from the Metroid series, Illidan Stormrage from World of Warcraft, Simon Belmont from Castlevania, and the DOOM SLAYER from the Doom franchise, all compete to be named our #1 video game character! It's an episode of epic face offs, tough decisions, and wild twists, so enjoy! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/partyuppodcast/support

On this episode, Derek and John give a full review on the recent release of Sonic The Hedgehog. They discuss their various viewpoints, what they think was successful for the movie, what it may have missed, and what they hope will come from it's addition to the long list of video game films. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/partyuppodcast/support

With Valentine's Day coming up, the guys decide to dive right back into the world of anime and review their pick for February, 'Love, Chunibyo, & Other Delusions!'. They discuss the many genres the show displays, the way the story and characters teach a multitude of lessons, and they touch on the different aspects of love of what it means to be an individual. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/partyuppodcast/support

On this weeks episode, Derek and John talk about new game purchases, weird science, and they give a full review of this months B-Movie pick, 'SWAMP ZOMBIES'. Take a listen as they go though the film and discuss what they liked, what they didn't, and how they felt through it all. Be sure to catch the film via Amazon Prime or through the following link: https://www.patreon.com/killerwolffilms --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/partyuppodcast/support

On this weeks episode, Derek and John give a full review of their pick for "Anime of the Month", 'BEM'. Take a listen as they focus on the shows title, the choice in music, the characters as a whole, and (what they saw as) the convoluted progressions of the multiple story lines presented in the show. They discuss what they enjoyed, what they hated, what confused them, and how they felt after viewing the seemingly stitched together 12 episodes of season 1. Enjoy! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/partyuppodcast/support

Ladies and gentlemen, the year is 2020 and the future is now! On this weeks hilarious new episode, Derek and John take a look at some of the shows, cartoons, and movies from the past that portrayed "the future", and they discuss how, in our present time, we actually have some of the marvels depicted from decades ago and how some ideas may still be science fiction. They also get into some of their own futuristic inventions and manage to figure out the morning routine of tomorrow! Enjoy! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/partyuppodcast/support