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We're back in Ferelden after a patron chat and a week off! The Cups take a look at the current political make-up of Ferelden, plus the rulers who come after the legendary Calenhad. Spoiler alert: there aren't that many, and the ones we do know about aren't that great. Now introducing Dragon Age Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at our shop! Want to chime in on the conversation? You can become a patron at the First Enchanter tier or higher and join us ON THE SHOW! https://www.patreon.com/dalorecast We've launched merch! Become a patron at the Antivan Crow tier or higher to get these exclusive rewards! Check out our website! cupspodcasting.com If you love our merch, check out the artist behind the designs! https://libanezink.wixsite.com/libanezart If you love our music, check out the musician behind our theme! Pipeman Studios If you enjoyed our podcast, give us a rating and review on Apple and/or Spotify! We'll even read your review out on the show! Join our The Cups Podcasts discord server where we dive deeep into Dragon Age discussions. https://discord.gg/fxR2WVDNhP Join the Robots Radio discord server to join the fun! You can also send us your Heroes, Hawkes, and Heralds to be featured on the podcast! https://discord.gg/AW5Wc4kgZb You can also find us on Twitter at @DALorecast, and you can dm us or email us side character suggestions (dalorecast@gmail.com). Music by Pipeman Studios Website designed by H-I-T Media Solutions Merch designed by Lauren Ibañez Ink Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In today's episode, we discuss a few of our most pressing qualms with the fourth entry into the Dragon Age games!Intro/Outro music: https://commons.nicovideo.jp/material/nc163920
We're back with another patron chat, this time discussing how we would improve the various romances. We've got some hot takes, some cold as ice takes, and everything in between. Let us know what we missed! Now introducing Dragon Age Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at our shop! Want to chime in on the conversation? You can become a patron at the First Enchanter tier or higher and join us ON THE SHOW! https://www.patreon.com/dalorecast We've launched merch! Become a patron at the Antivan Crow tier or higher to get these exclusive rewards! Check out our website! cupspodcasting.com If you love our merch, check out the artist behind the designs! https://libanezink.wixsite.com/libanezart If you love our music, check out the musician behind our theme! Pipeman Studios If you enjoyed our podcast, give us a rating and review on Apple and/or Spotify! We'll even read your review out on the show! Join our The Cups Podcasts discord server where we dive deeep into Dragon Age discussions. https://discord.gg/fxR2WVDNhP Join the Robots Radio discord server to join the fun! You can also send us your Heroes, Hawkes, and Heralds to be featured on the podcast! https://discord.gg/AW5Wc4kgZb You can also find us on Twitter at @DALorecast, and you can dm us or email us side character suggestions (dalorecast@gmail.com). Music by Pipeman Studios Website designed by H-I-T Media Solutions Merch designed by Lauren Ibañez Ink Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We're moving eastward out of Orlais and into Ferelden! We'll be taking a look at how Ferelden came into power as its own fully united nation under King Calenhad, as well as his rise, his peak, and his fall. Listen now to find out all the lore of Calenhad, how he compares to King Arthur, and his mysterious disappearance. Now introducing Dragon Age Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at our shop! Want to chime in on the conversation? You can become a patron at the First Enchanter tier or higher and join us ON THE SHOW! https://www.patreon.com/dalorecast We've launched merch! Become a patron at the Antivan Crow tier or higher to get these exclusive rewards! Check out our website! cupspodcasting.com If you love our merch, check out the artist behind the designs! https://libanezink.wixsite.com/libanezart If you love our music, check out the musician behind our theme! Pipeman Studios If you enjoyed our podcast, give us a rating and review on Apple and/or Spotify! We'll even read your review out on the show! Join our The Cups Podcasts discord server where we dive deeep into Dragon Age discussions. https://discord.gg/fxR2WVDNhP Join the Robots Radio discord server to join the fun! You can also send us your Heroes, Hawkes, and Heralds to be featured on the podcast! https://discord.gg/AW5Wc4kgZb You can also find us on Twitter at @DALorecast, and you can dm us or email us side character suggestions (dalorecast@gmail.com). Music by Pipeman Studios Website designed by H-I-T Media Solutions Merch designed by Lauren Ibañez Ink Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Coming back for another character deep dive -- first one in over 6 months! -- and we're in for a doozy. Chevalier, noble, potential emperor, villain, and yet, one of the most interesting characters in all of DAI: Gaspard de Chalons. Listen now and let us know if you disagree or agree with our character assessment. Now introducing Dragon Age Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at our shop! Want to chime in on the conversation? You can become a patron at the First Enchanter tier or higher and join us ON THE SHOW! https://www.patreon.com/dalorecast We've launched merch! Become a patron at the Antivan Crow tier or higher to get these exclusive rewards! Check out our website! cupspodcasting.com If you love our merch, check out the artist behind the designs! https://libanezink.wixsite.com/libanezart If you love our music, check out the musician behind our theme! Pipeman Studios If you enjoyed our podcast, give us a rating and review on Apple and/or Spotify! We'll even read your review out on the show! Join our The Cups Podcasts discord server where we dive deeep into Dragon Age discussions. https://discord.gg/fxR2WVDNhP Join the Robots Radio discord server to join the fun! You can also send us your Heroes, Hawkes, and Heralds to be featured on the podcast! https://discord.gg/AW5Wc4kgZb You can also find us on Twitter at @DALorecast, and you can dm us or email us side character suggestions (dalorecast@gmail.com). Music by Pipeman Studios Website designed by H-I-T Media Solutions Merch designed by Lauren Ibañez Ink Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Welcome back to another episode of the MC Anime Podcast! I'm your host, and today we are diving headfirst into a world of magic, political intrigue, and ancient gods. We're leaving the shores of our favorite anime for a moment to explore the sprawling continent of Thedas. Whether you're a die-hard fan of the Grey Wardens or you've just recently heard the name "Solas" whispered in dread, today's journey through the Dragon Agefranchise is one you won't want to miss.To help us navigate the Deep Roads and the high spires of Tevinter, I am incredibly excited to introduce our guest, Steven. Not only is Steven a seasoned gamer with a deep love for RPG storytelling, but he also brings a unique perspective to the table as a Culinary Major and Pastry Specialist. I've always said that crafting a perfect game world is a lot like baking—it requires the right ingredients, a lot of patience, and just the right amount of "heat" to make the story rise.In this episode, we're breaking down the entire Dragon Age franchise, from the gritty, tactical roots of Originsto the high-octane action of the latest entry. Thedas is a world that has evolved right before our eyes, shifting its tone and its stakes with every release. Steven and I will be looking at how the lore has expanded—or in some cases, been completely redefined—over nearly two decades of storytelling.We'll also be getting technical with the playability of the characters. From the silent protagonist of the Fereldan Blight to the fully voiced, highly reactive heroes of the modern era, the way we inhabit these characters has changed drastically. We're going to discuss the shift from tactical, "pause-and-play" combat to the modern action-RPG style, and whether that change has helped or hindered the emotional connection we feel with our companions.Of course, we can't talk Dragon Age without talking about choice. This series is famous for its branching storylines and the way a single decision can ripple across centuries of history. We'll be discussing how the narrative unfolds to reveal changed outcomes, and how the latest games handle the massive weight of a decade's worth of player decisions. Does the world truly remember what you did, or is the Fade shifting the memory of the past?Finally, we'll be mixing a bit of Steven's professional expertise with our fandom. We might even find out which Dragon Age companion would be the best (or worst) assistant in a professional kitchen. It's going to be a fun, informative, and deeply personal look at one of gaming's most beloved series. So, grab your staff, sharpen your daggers, and maybe a snack—it's time to talk Dragon Age.As we wrap up today's episode of the MC Anime Podcast, I want to give a massive thank you to Steven for joining us. Getting to see the world of Thedas through the lens of someone who appreciates both fine storytelling and the precision of pastry arts has been a treat. It's clear that whether we're talking about anime or epic RPGs, the heart of what we love is the community and the conversation. Dragon Age has given us a world that is as complex and messy as our own, and I hope today's discussion inspired you to jump back into your favorite save file—or maybe finally try that recipe you've been eyeing. Until next time, stay curious, stay geeky, and we'll see you back here for the next episode!Want to be a guest on MC Anime Podcast? Send Maison Collawn a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1641957469391x431959952478003800
Redwall, Earthsea, Dragon Age, Diablo, Bioshock, Dark Souls, Highlander, and the Kingkiller Chronicle take tough first-round exits. We do our best to celebrate their contributions to the fantasy zeitgeist.
We're back in Orlais finishing up a two-parter on their current ruling family, the Valmonts. In this second episode, we'll cover the Blessed Age and the Dragon Age – as well as the Valmont's fall from grace. Make sure you listen to Part 1 first! Now introducing Dragon Age Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at our shop! Want to chime in on the conversation? You can become a patron at the First Enchanter tier or higher and join us ON THE SHOW! https://www.patreon.com/dalorecast We've launched merch! Become a patron at the Antivan Crow tier or higher to get these exclusive rewards! Check out our website! cupspodcasting.com If you love our merch, check out the artist behind the designs! https://libanezink.wixsite.com/libanezart If you love our music, check out the musician behind our theme! Pipeman Studios If you enjoyed our podcast, give us a rating and review on Apple and/or Spotify! We'll even read your review out on the show! Join our The Cups Podcasts discord server where we dive deeep into Dragon Age discussions. https://discord.gg/fxR2WVDNhP Join the Robots Radio discord server to join the fun! You can also send us your Heroes, Hawkes, and Heralds to be featured on the podcast! https://discord.gg/AW5Wc4kgZb You can also find us on Twitter at @DALorecast, and you can dm us or email us side character suggestions (dalorecast@gmail.com). Music by Pipeman Studios Website designed by H-I-T Media Solutions Merch designed by Lauren Ibañez Ink Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Life and death decisions about the mission, the Blight, the fate of Arl Neruda's children, and the future of Ferelden.
We're back in Orlais with the current (most likely?!) ruling house of Orlais: the Valmonts. In this first episode, we'll cover how the house rose to the top, became royalty, and their early rulers. Now introducing Dragon Age Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at our shop! Want to chime in on the conversation? You can become a patron at the First Enchanter tier or higher and join us ON THE SHOW! https://www.patreon.com/dalorecast We've launched merch! Become a patron at the Antivan Crow tier or higher to get these exclusive rewards! Check out our website! cupspodcasting.com If you love our merch, check out the artist behind the designs! https://libanezink.wixsite.com/libanezart If you love our music, check out the musician behind our theme! Pipeman Studios If you enjoyed our podcast, give us a rating and review on Apple and/or Spotify! We'll even read your review out on the show! Join our The Cups Podcasts discord server where we dive deeep into Dragon Age discussions. https://discord.gg/fxR2WVDNhP Join the Robots Radio discord server to join the fun! You can also send us your Heroes, Hawkes, and Heralds to be featured on the podcast! https://discord.gg/AW5Wc4kgZb You can also find us on Twitter at @DALorecast, and you can dm us or email us side character suggestions (dalorecast@gmail.com). Music by Pipeman Studios Website designed by H-I-T Media Solutions Merch designed by Lauren Ibañez Ink Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In today's episode, we continue our deep dive into Dragon Age! From the deeply personal devastation Hawke suffers to facing off with the Arishok, we tackle it all!Intro/Outro music: https://commons.nicovideo.jp/material/nc163920
We're back with another patron chat, this time discussing what we think are the most misunderstood lore details – both by the fandom and in universe. Leave a comment below with any lore details we forgot! Now introducing Dragon Age Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at our shop! Want to chime in on the conversation? You can become a patron at the First Enchanter tier or higher and join us ON THE SHOW! https://www.patreon.com/dalorecast We've launched merch! Become a patron at the Antivan Crow tier or higher to get these exclusive rewards! Check out our website! cupspodcasting.com If you love our merch, check out the artist behind the designs! https://libanezink.wixsite.com/libanezart If you love our music, check out the musician behind our theme! Pipeman Studios If you enjoyed our podcast, give us a rating and review on Apple and/or Spotify! We'll even read your review out on the show! Join our The Cups Podcasts discord server where we dive deeep into Dragon Age discussions. https://discord.gg/fxR2WVDNhP Join the Robots Radio discord server to join the fun! You can also send us your Heroes, Hawkes, and Heralds to be featured on the podcast! https://discord.gg/AW5Wc4kgZb You can also find us on Twitter at @DALorecast, and you can dm us or email us side character suggestions (dalorecast@gmail.com). Music by Pipeman Studios Website designed by H-I-T Media Solutions Merch designed by Lauren Ibañez Ink Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In episode 3 of PodCast Party: Dragon Age, presented by Cast Party and Green Ronin Publishing, can the adventurers reach Arl Neruda's children before the darkspawn get them first?
We're back and heading to a new area of Thedas: Orlais. We're taking a look at the founding and founder of the empire: Kordillus Drakon I, as well as those who came after him -- his family and his legacy. Spoiler alert: not all of them are as good of rulers as he was. Now introducing Dragon Age Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at our shop! Want to chime in on the conversation? You can become a patron at the First Enchanter tier or higher and join us ON THE SHOW! https://www.patreon.com/dalorecast We've launched merch! Become a patron at the Antivan Crow tier or higher to get these exclusive rewards! Check out our website! cupspodcasting.com If you love our merch, check out the artist behind the designs! https://libanezink.wixsite.com/libanezart If you love our music, check out the musician behind our theme! Pipeman Studios If you enjoyed our podcast, give us a rating and review on Apple and/or Spotify! We'll even read your review out on the show! Join our The Cups Podcasts discord server where we dive deeep into Dragon Age discussions. https://discord.gg/fxR2WVDNhP Join the Robots Radio discord server to join the fun! You can also send us your Heroes, Hawkes, and Heralds to be featured on the podcast! https://discord.gg/AW5Wc4kgZb You can also find us on Twitter at @DALorecast, and you can dm us or email us side character suggestions (dalorecast@gmail.com). Music by Pipeman Studios Website designed by H-I-T Media Solutions Merch designed by Lauren Ibañez Ink Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Another week another day another podcast. This week Cinemacon is in full effect and we are getting trailers and news and we're gonna break it all down. There is a lot going on at Xbox, while PlayStation see's a surge to beat the price hike. Disney is planning to lay off 1000 people across all spaces. Plus Malcolm in the Middle Life's Still Unfair dropped on hulu, and we are gonna discuss all of it. That and More tonight!
With the group still reeling from Weisshaupt, we do our best to try and ease some tensions and minds. We help Neve, Davrin, and Lucanis settle some of their affairs, and we start to learn some terrifying truths about the Wardens and Crows along the way. Enjoy the show! Become a Normandy FM patron: http://patreon.com/normandyfm Follow us on Bluesky: Normandy FM: @normandyfm Eric: @seamoosi Ken: @shepardcdr
This weeks crew: Webby, Peebs, Graham, Nick We discuss the dubious review scores given by IGN such as Crimson Desert getting a lowly 6 whilst games such as Concord, Dragon Age, Dustborn and Marathon get 8's or higher. Is there a bias in the reviewing community? We discuss! Games played include: Crimson Desert, GT7, Sonic Crossworlds, The Finals, Retro Rewind, I am Jesus Christ, Resident Evil Requiem, Division 2, Minishoot Adventures, What the Bat, Hogwarts Legacy, Battlefield 6 and much more. In the news we discuss last minute game cancellations, more redundancies, Sony rumoured to stop publishing on PC and more Xbox 360 backwards compatible games coming. https://www.patreon.com/360gamercast https://discord.gg/CqDMSg9 https://www.facebook.com/groups/360gamercast/ https://twitter.com/Webby360G https://twitter.com/360GamerCast
In episode 2 of PodCast Party: Dragon Age, presented by Cast Party and Green Ronin Publishing, Xavier receives an intriguing proposal and evidence mounts that a Blight has come to Ferelden.
We're back looking at three more human tribes of Thedas, two of which are still around in the Dragon Age. All three tribes do originate primarily in the Fereldan Valley, and they have fearsome reputations. Listen now and let us know your thoughts! Now introducing Dragon Age Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at our shop! Want to chime in on the conversation? You can become a patron at the First Enchanter tier or higher and join us ON THE SHOW! https://www.patreon.com/dalorecast We've launched merch! Become a patron at the Antivan Crow tier or higher to get these exclusive rewards! Check out our website! cupspodcasting.com If you love our merch, check out the artist behind the designs! https://libanezink.wixsite.com/libanezart If you love our music, check out the musician behind our theme! Pipeman Studios If you enjoyed our podcast, give us a rating and review on Apple and/or Spotify! We'll even read your review out on the show! Join our The Cups Podcasts discord server where we dive deeep into Dragon Age discussions. https://discord.gg/fxR2WVDNhP Join the Robots Radio discord server to join the fun! You can also send us your Heroes, Hawkes, and Heralds to be featured on the podcast! https://discord.gg/AW5Wc4kgZb You can also find us on Twitter at @DALorecast, and you can dm us or email us side character suggestions (dalorecast@gmail.com). Music by Pipeman Studios Website designed by H-I-T Media Solutions Merch designed by Lauren Ibañez Ink Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We're back with another patron chat, this time creating our own FULL origin stories for Dragon Age: The Veilguard. Do you have any similar ideas to our patrons? Comment and let us know your ideas! Now introducing Dragon Age Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at our shop! Want to chime in on the conversation? You can become a patron at the First Enchanter tier or higher and join us ON THE SHOW! https://www.patreon.com/dalorecast We've launched merch! Become a patron at the Antivan Crow tier or higher to get these exclusive rewards! Check out our website! cupspodcasting.com If you love our merch, check out the artist behind the designs! https://libanezink.wixsite.com/libanezart If you love our music, check out the musician behind our theme! Pipeman Studios If you enjoyed our podcast, give us a rating and review on Apple and/or Spotify! We'll even read your review out on the show! Join our The Cups Podcasts discord server where we dive deeep into Dragon Age discussions. https://discord.gg/fxR2WVDNhP Join the Robots Radio discord server to join the fun! You can also send us your Heroes, Hawkes, and Heralds to be featured on the podcast! https://discord.gg/AW5Wc4kgZb You can also find us on Twitter at @DALorecast, and you can dm us or email us side character suggestions (dalorecast@gmail.com). Music by Pipeman Studios Website designed by H-I-T Media Solutions Merch designed by Lauren Ibañez Ink Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Join us for a new mini-series as we bring the excitement of BioWare's rich fantasy world of Thedas to the tabletop.
We're transitioning to another part of Thedas for our next arc of this season. This week, we're taking a look at two human tribes who, at first glance, don't seem to have much in common. But when you dig a little deeper, they do have some similarities. We're taking a look at the Ciriane and the Alamarri, who are the precursors to the modern-day people groups who make up Orlais and Fereden. Now introducing Dragon Age Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at our shop! Want to chime in on the conversation? You can become a patron at the First Enchanter tier or higher and join us ON THE SHOW! https://www.patreon.com/dalorecast We've launched merch! Become a patron at the Antivan Crow tier or higher to get these exclusive rewards! Check out our website! cupspodcasting.com If you love our merch, check out the artist behind the designs! https://libanezink.wixsite.com/libanezart If you love our music, check out the musician behind our theme! Pipeman Studios If you enjoyed our podcast, give us a rating and review on Apple and/or Spotify! We'll even read your review out on the show! Join our The Cups Podcasts discord server where we dive deeep into Dragon Age discussions. https://discord.gg/fxR2WVDNhP Join the Robots Radio discord server to join the fun! You can also send us your Heroes, Hawkes, and Heralds to be featured on the podcast! https://discord.gg/AW5Wc4kgZb You can also find us on Twitter at @DALorecast, and you can dm us or email us side character suggestions (dalorecast@gmail.com). Music by Pipeman Studios Website designed by H-I-T Media Solutions Merch designed by Lauren Ibañez Ink Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Evanuris are descending upon the Grey Warden's home base, and thanks to the First Warden's stubbornness, they have no idea what they're up against. GamesRadar's Rollin Bishop joins us as we head to Weisshaupt, fight hella Darkspawn, and put our team's bonds to the test. Enjoy the show! Become a Normandy FM patron: http://patreon.com/normandyfm Follow us on Bluesky: Normandy FM: @normandyfm Eric: @seamoosi Ken: @shepardcdr Rollin: @rollinbishop.com
We're back in Tevinter for one last time looking at the last handful of Archons! This week, we're covering some lesser-known Archons, as well as ones with iconic names that grace important buildings in the games. Listen now and let us know if you learned anything. Now introducing Dragon Age Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at our shop! Want to chime in on the conversation? You can become a patron at the First Enchanter tier or higher and join us ON THE SHOW! https://www.patreon.com/dalorecast We've launched merch! Become a patron at the Antivan Crow tier or higher to get these exclusive rewards! Check out our website! cupspodcasting.com If you love our merch, check out the artist behind the designs! https://libanezink.wixsite.com/libanezart If you love our music, check out the musician behind our theme! Pipeman Studios If you enjoyed our podcast, give us a rating and review on Apple and/or Spotify! We'll even read your review out on the show! Join our The Cups Podcasts discord server where we dive deeep into Dragon Age discussions. https://discord.gg/fxR2WVDNhP Join the Robots Radio discord server to join the fun! You can also send us your Heroes, Hawkes, and Heralds to be featured on the podcast! https://discord.gg/AW5Wc4kgZb You can also find us on Twitter at @DALorecast, and you can dm us or email us side character suggestions (dalorecast@gmail.com). Music by Pipeman Studios Website designed by H-I-T Media Solutions Merch designed by Lauren Ibañez Ink Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We're back in Tevinter looking at the last of the Archons that we can place in the chronological timeline. This week, we're covering some lesser-known Archons, as well as ones we even meet and know from the games. Listen now and let us know if you learned anything. Now introducing Dragon Age Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at our shop! Want to chime in on the conversation? You can become a patron at the First Enchanter tier or higher and join us ON THE SHOW! https://www.patreon.com/dalorecast We've launched merch! Become a patron at the Antivan Crow tier or higher to get these exclusive rewards! Check out our website! cupspodcasting.com If you love our merch, check out the artist behind the designs! https://libanezink.wixsite.com/libanezart If you love our music, check out the musician behind our theme! Pipeman Studios If you enjoyed our podcast, give us a rating and review on Apple and/or Spotify! We'll even read your review out on the show! Join our The Cups Podcasts discord server where we dive deeep into Dragon Age discussions. https://discord.gg/fxR2WVDNhP Join the Robots Radio discord server to join the fun! You can also send us your Heroes, Hawkes, and Heralds to be featured on the podcast! https://discord.gg/AW5Wc4kgZb You can also find us on Twitter at @DALorecast, and you can dm us or email us side character suggestions (dalorecast@gmail.com). Music by Pipeman Studios Website designed by H-I-T Media Solutions Merch designed by Lauren Ibañez Ink Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Before we get on with the plot, we wanted to check in with all Dragon Age: The Veilguard's party members and set the stage for future episodes. We talk the split between Neve and Lucanis after the dragon choice, the awkward realness of Taash's relationship with their mother, and end up getting philosophical about death with Emmrich. Enjoy the show! Become a Normandy FM patron: http://patreon.com/normandyfm Follow us on Bluesky: Normandy FM: @normandyfm Eric: @seamoosi Ken: @shepardcdr
In this episode of Face2Face, David Peck speaks with magician, actor and creator Steve Valentine about creativity, the subconscious mind and rediscovering the art of magic. Steve reflects on how the brain is always working beneath the surface, often producing creative breakthroughs when we least expect them. He shares how revisiting the history of magic and returning to routines he once performed has reignited his passion and opened new perspectives on his craft. Their conversation explores how reflection, curiosity and our past experiences shape the way we create and perform. Thoughtful and engaging, this episode is a reminder that creativity is rarely linear and that sometimes the best way forward is to look back.Steve Valentine is a Scottish-born actor, magician, and creator whose career spans television, film, voice acting, and live performance. Born in Scotland and raised near London, he began performing at the age of five, training in theatre and dance before discovering a lifelong passion for magic.Valentine has appeared in more than 250 hours of television and over 15 feature films. He is best known for his starring roles as criminologist Nigel Townsend on NBC's Crossing Jordan, choreographer Martine on WB's Nikki and 80s rock legend Derek Jupiter on Disney's I'm In the Band. He also hosted SYFY's Estate of Panic, earning a Rose d'Or nomination. A versatile performer, Valentine has appeared in The Big Bang Theory, CSI, Supernatural, Psych, and Hot in Cleveland and had a memorable role in Robert Zemeckis' The Walk. His voice work includes beloved characters in Sofia the First, Tinker Bell and the globally popular Dragon Age video game series.Beyond screen work, Valentine is an internationally acclaimed magician and live entertainer. A multi-award winner at Hollywood's Magic Castle, including Close-Up Magician of the Year and Stage Magician of the Year. He has performed everywhere from Las Vegas stages to royal palaces. He is also a keynote speaker who blends magic, storytelling, and performance insights to inspire audiences worldwide. A prolific creator, Valentine founded the global training platform Magic On The Go, hosts the popular podcast Magicians Only and continues to develop television projects, stage shows, and creative work that reflects his boundless curiosity and love of performance.Learn more about Steve here.David Peck is a writer, speaker, and award-winning podcaster who works at the intersection of storytelling, social change, and meaningful dialogue. As the host of Face2Face and former host of Toronto Threads on 640 AM, he has published over 650 in-depth interviews with some of the world's most compelling thinkers, artists and storytellers, including Viggo Mortensen, Sarah Polley, Raoul Peck, Werner Herzog, Chris Hadfield, David Cronenberg, Jason Issacs, Gillian Anderson and Wade Davis. With a background in philosophy and international development, David brings a thoughtful, globally aware perspective to every conversation.He's a published author and experienced keynote speaker, known for creating spaces where complexity is welcomed and ideas come alive. Whether moderating panels, hosting live events, or speaking on issues ranging from ethics to media, David's work is grounded in a deep curiosity about people. At heart, he simply loves good conversation — and believes it's one of the best ways we grow, connect, and make sense of the world.For more information about David Peck's podcasting, writing and public speaking please visit his site here.F2F Music and Image Copyright: David Peck and Face2Face. Used with permission. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We find more in common between two seemingly different tiers of 2024 games than we expected, generating questions about interactivity and polish.
We're back with another patron chat, this time ranking all of the mage companions. Stay tuned for some hot takes! Listen now and let us know which ones you disagree with! Now introducing Dragon Age Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at our shop! Want to chime in on the conversation? You can become a patron at the First Enchanter tier or higher and join us ON THE SHOW! https://www.patreon.com/dalorecast We've launched merch! Become a patron at the Antivan Crow tier or higher to get these exclusive rewards! Check out our website! cupspodcasting.com If you love our merch, check out the artist behind the designs! https://libanezink.wixsite.com/libanezart If you love our music, check out the musician behind our theme! Pipeman Studios If you enjoyed our podcast, give us a rating and review on Apple and/or Spotify! We'll even read your review out on the show! Join our The Cups Podcasts discord server where we dive deeep into Dragon Age discussions. https://discord.gg/fxR2WVDNhP Join the Robots Radio discord server to join the fun! You can also send us your Heroes, Hawkes, and Heralds to be featured on the podcast! https://discord.gg/AW5Wc4kgZb You can also find us on Twitter at @DALorecast, and you can dm us or email us side character suggestions (dalorecast@gmail.com). Music by Pipeman Studios Website designed by H-I-T Media Solutions Merch designed by Lauren Ibañez Ink Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We're back in Tevinter looking at Archons of the Ancient Age. This week, we're covering some of the most important and well-known Archons, like Tidarion and Hessarian. Listen now and let us know if you learned anything. Now introducing Dragon Age Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at our shop! Want to chime in on the conversation? You can become a patron at the First Enchanter tier or higher and join us ON THE SHOW! https://www.patreon.com/dalorecast We've launched merch! Become a patron at the Antivan Crow tier or higher to get these exclusive rewards! Check out our website! cupspodcasting.com If you love our merch, check out the artist behind the designs! https://libanezink.wixsite.com/libanezart If you love our music, check out the musician behind our theme! Pipeman Studios If you enjoyed our podcast, give us a rating and review on Apple and/or Spotify! We'll even read your review out on the show! Join our The Cups Podcasts discord server where we dive deeep into Dragon Age discussions. https://discord.gg/fxR2WVDNhP Join the Robots Radio discord server to join the fun! You can also send us your Heroes, Hawkes, and Heralds to be featured on the podcast! https://discord.gg/AW5Wc4kgZb You can also find us on Twitter at @DALorecast, and you can dm us or email us side character suggestions (dalorecast@gmail.com). Music by Pipeman Studios Website designed by H-I-T Media Solutions Merch designed by Lauren Ibañez Ink Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
As we head back out into Thedas, we meet two new friends...and one old one. This episode we recruit Taash and Emmrich, and then meet up with Morrigan, who has smuggled someone into Minrathous for a quick meet and greet that picks at old Dragon Age wounds. Enjoy the show! Become a Normandy FM patron: http://patreon.com/normandyfm Follow us on Bluesky Normandy FM: @normandyfm Eric: @seamoosi Ken: @shepardcdr
This week, Zak and Aaron sit down to chat with Ashley Ruhl, the Narrative Director at Broadsword Online Games, currently in charge of Star Wars: The Old Republic! She was kind enough to tell us a little bit about her role working on SWTOR before moving on to the... ahem, meat of the conversation: romance! Specifically, romance in video games, how it can be approached thoughtfully, and where we'd like to see it go in the future.Please, enjoy.Check out Ashley's recommended reading!Digital Love: Romance and Sexuality in Games - Heidi McDonaldPassion and Play: A Guide to Designing Sexual Content in Games - Michelle CloughListen to Beach Girl on SpotifyCheck Out MosscatMarket on Instagram
Send a textA rapper in a Honda Civic just outplayed the internet. We break down how J. Cole's trunk-sold CDs, city-to-city drop-ins, and breadcrumb clues turned casual listeners into dedicated hunters—and why more than 200,000 people still crushed a single presale queue. The story isn't just hype; it's a blueprint for connection in a noisy era. When an artist hints this might be the last “J. Cole” album for a while and then shows up in person, the stakes change. Scarcity turns into urgency, and presence becomes the product.We dig into the album's grip and a tantalizing what-if: Cole bar-for-bar over outside producers like Alchemist and 9th Wonder. Would a fully external soundscape unlock a new chapter? The conversation widens into the Big Three debate, where craft, persona, and promotion all collide. Cole's rollout didn't chase spectacle—it built trust—while still driving record physical sales and impossible queues. We swap stories from the field, including a near-miss sighting tracked with Google Lens, and the white-knuckle hunt for tickets, VIP shock included.Culture never sits still, so we push further. Jill Scott's new album shines, Floetry's reunion sparks nostalgia questions, and a left turn to Mobile Suit Gundam (1979) reminds us why some worlds never age: strong stakes, moral weight, and style that still punches. We also unpack the latest streaming shuffle with Cartoon Network and Warner Bros. content sliding to Tubi, plus a spirited tier list of game franchises—Fallout, Mass Effect, The Sims, Dragon Age, Wolfenstein, Halo, The Witcher—to test what truly endures. Hit play for a fast, thoughtful ride through music, fandom, and the mechanics of staying power. If this run is Cole's last lap for a while, it's a masterclass in how to finish strong. Subscribe, share with a friend, and tell us: where does Cole rank for you right now? https://www.carolinaotakus.com/
Austin and Shelby take time to reminisce on five years and 200 episodes of the Dragon Age Lorecast! Thank you to all our listeners, patrons, guests, and friends of the pod. We can't wait for 200 more! Now introducing Dragon Age Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at our shop! Want to chime in on the conversation? You can become a patron at the First Enchanter tier or higher and join us ON THE SHOW! https://www.patreon.com/dalorecast We've launched merch! Become a patron at the Antivan Crow tier or higher to get these exclusive rewards! Check out our website! cupspodcasting.com If you love our merch, check out the artist behind the designs! https://libanezink.wixsite.com/libanezart If you love our music, check out the musician behind our theme! Pipeman Studios If you enjoyed our podcast, give us a rating and review on Apple and/or Spotify! We'll even read your review out on the show! Join our The Cups Podcasts discord server where we dive deeep into Dragon Age discussions. https://discord.gg/fxR2WVDNhP Join the Robots Radio discord server to join the fun! You can also send us your Heroes, Hawkes, and Heralds to be featured on the podcast! https://discord.gg/AW5Wc4kgZb You can also find us on Twitter at @DALorecast, and you can dm us or email us side character suggestions (dalorecast@gmail.com). Music by Pipeman Studios Website designed by H-I-T Media Solutions Merch designed by Lauren Ibañez Ink Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
As word of a new Blight spreads across Thedas, it was only natural the Wardens would show up asking questions. In this episode, we try to find a Warden who will listen to us about the gods, and make one of Dragon Age: The Veilguard's most difficult decisions. Enjoy the show! Become a Normandy FM patron: http://patreon.com/normandyfm Follow us on Bluesky: Normandy FM: @normandyfm Eric: @seamoosi Ken: @shepardcdr
Send us a textWe finally close the book on the Veilguard, and possibly all of Thedas.
In our two hundred and seventieth episode, Aaron is joined by Linsae. We talk about Pirates of Maracaibo, Duos, and Fives. Then in our Digital Diversion segment we talk about Dredge and the Dragon Age series. This episode is sponsored by Board Game Bliss and listeners like you on our Patreon Pirates of Maracaibo – 3:07 Duos – 9:26 Fives – 14:02 Board Game Bliss Sponsorship – 22:11 Dredge – 25:20 Dragon Age: Origins – 30:08 Dragon Age II – 35:41 Dragon Age: Inquisition – 42:27
The Cups are joined by the patrons for another patron chat! This month, we're discussing which companions across the four games we would bring on a road trip. Do you make the most chaotic and argumentative car ride? Or do you plan for the trip itself, bringing characters to bankroll your shopping spree? Leave your ideas in the comments! Now introducing Dragon Age Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at our shop! Want to chime in on the conversation? You can become a patron at the First Enchanter tier or higher and join us ON THE SHOW! https://www.patreon.com/dalorecast We've launched merch! Become a patron at the Antivan Crow tier or higher to get these exclusive rewards! Check out our website! cupspodcasting.com If you love our merch, check out the artist behind the designs! https://libanezink.wixsite.com/libanezart If you love our music, check out the musician behind our theme! Pipeman Studios If you enjoyed our podcast, give us a rating and review on Apple and/or Spotify! We'll even read your review out on the show! Join our The Cups Podcasts discord server where we dive deeep into Dragon Age discussions. https://discord.gg/fxR2WVDNhP Join the Robots Radio discord server to join the fun! You can also send us your Heroes, Hawkes, and Heralds to be featured on the podcast! https://discord.gg/AW5Wc4kgZb You can also find us on Twitter at @DALorecast, and you can dm us or email us side character suggestions (dalorecast@gmail.com). Music by Pipeman Studios Website designed by H-I-T Media Solutions Merch designed by Lauren Ibañez Ink Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You can send us a message if you click this link. Maybe? Only one way to find out...Dragon Age: Inquisition - Episode 10This Week: The Trespasser DLC Next Week: Dispatch, Chapters 1 through 3 Support the showContact: http://linktr.ee/squelchcast Support the show on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/c/Squelch or https://www.twitch.tv/dan0play Join our Discord at https://discord.gg/HwPPtX627k
Send us a textIn which our gripes with the Veilguard reach their fever pitch.
The Cups are back with another episode focused on Tevinter history; This week, we're taking a look at the first few archons, at least the ones we know about. While these are in chronological order, there are some missing gaps in the timeline. Listen now and let us know which of these archons is your favorite! Now introducing Dragon Age Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at our shop! Want to chime in on the conversation? You can become a patron at the First Enchanter tier or higher and join us ON THE SHOW! https://www.patreon.com/dalorecast We've launched merch! Become a patron at the Antivan Crow tier or higher to get these exclusive rewards! Check out our website! cupspodcasting.com If you love our merch, check out the artist behind the designs! https://libanezink.wixsite.com/libanezart If you love our music, check out the musician behind our theme! Pipeman Studios If you enjoyed our podcast, give us a rating and review on Apple and/or Spotify! We'll even read your review out on the show! Join our The Cups Podcasts discord server where we dive deeep into Dragon Age discussions. https://discord.gg/fxR2WVDNhP Join the Robots Radio discord server to join the fun! You can also send us your Heroes, Hawkes, and Heralds to be featured on the podcast! https://discord.gg/AW5Wc4kgZb You can also find us on Twitter at @DALorecast, and you can dm us or email us side character suggestions (dalorecast@gmail.com). Music by Pipeman Studios Website designed by H-I-T Media Solutions Merch designed by Lauren Ibañez Ink Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You can send us a message if you click this link. Maybe? Only one way to find out...Dragon Age: Inquisition - Episode 9This Week: Jaws of Hakkon DLC Next Week: The Trespasser DLCSupport the showContact: http://linktr.ee/squelchcast Support the show on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/c/Squelch or https://www.twitch.tv/dan0play Join our Discord at https://discord.gg/HwPPtX627k
If we're gonna take down the elven gods, we're gonna need some help. Time to start building the Veilguard. This episode Harding may have found a new connection to her ancestors, Neve investigates Venatori schemes in Minrathous, and we go underwater to find a mage killer. Enjoy the show! Become a Normandy FM patron: http://patreon.com/normandyfm Follow us on Bluesky: Normandy FM: @normandyfm Eric: @seamoosi Ken: @shepardcdr
You can send us a message if you click this link. Maybe? Only one way to find out...Dragon Age: Inquisition - Episode 8This Week: Dragon Age Inquisition, The Descent DLC Next Week: Dragon Age Inquisition, Jaws of Hakkon DLC Support the showContact: http://linktr.ee/squelchcast Support the show on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/c/Squelch or https://www.twitch.tv/dan0play Join our Discord at https://discord.gg/HwPPtX627k
Welcome to SEASON ELEVEN! Wow, can't believe we're starting both season 11 and year 5 of the podcast. On this first episode, we start at the very beginning of (human) political history in Thedas -- ancient Tevinter. We'll be diving into each of the kingdoms in Thedas and looking closely at their politics and history. Now introducing Dragon Age Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at our shop! Want to chime in on the conversation? You can become a patron at the First Enchanter tier or higher and join us ON THE SHOW! https://www.patreon.com/dalorecast We've launched merch! Become a patron at the Antivan Crow tier or higher to get these exclusive rewards! Check out our website! cupspodcasting.com If you love our merch, check out the artist behind the designs! https://libanezink.wixsite.com/libanezart If you love our music, check out the musician behind our theme! Pipeman Studios If you enjoyed our podcast, give us a rating and review on Apple and/or Spotify! We'll even read your review out on the show! Join our The Cups Podcasts discord server where we dive deeep into Dragon Age discussions. https://discord.gg/fxR2WVDNhP Join the Robots Radio discord server to join the fun! You can also send us your Heroes, Hawkes, and Heralds to be featured on the podcast! https://discord.gg/AW5Wc4kgZb You can also find us on Twitter at @DALorecast, and you can dm us or email us side character suggestions (dalorecast@gmail.com). Music by Pipeman Studios Website designed by H-I-T Media Solutions Merch designed by Lauren Ibañez Ink Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Send us a textWe get into the big, squishy middle of Bioware's big, squishy DRAGON AGE sequel.
On this week's episode, the patrons join the show and compete against one another in a night of Dragon Age trivia! Do you think you can best any of the patrons or our reigning champion, CapricornTower? Listen and play along! Now introducing Dragon Age Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at our shop! Want to chime in on the conversation? You can become a patron at the First Enchanter tier or higher and join us ON THE SHOW! https://www.patreon.com/dalorecast We've launched merch! Become a patron at the Antivan Crow tier or higher to get these exclusive rewards! Check out our website! cupspodcasting.com If you love our merch, check out the artist behind the designs! https://libanezink.wixsite.com/libanezart If you love our music, check out the musician behind our theme! Pipeman Studios If you enjoyed our podcast, give us a rating and review on Apple and/or Spotify! We'll even read your review out on the show! Join our The Cups Podcasts discord server where we dive deeep into Dragon Age discussions. https://discord.gg/fxR2WVDNhP Join the Robots Radio discord server to join the fun! You can also send us your Heroes, Hawkes, and Heralds to be featured on the podcast! https://discord.gg/AW5Wc4kgZb You can also find us on Twitter at @DALorecast, and you can dm us or email us side character suggestions (dalorecast@gmail.com). Music by Pipeman Studios Website designed by H-I-T Media Solutions Merch designed by Lauren Ibañez Ink Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We're back with the second part of our final lore episode of season 10! We're looking into the stories, fables, and tall tales that Thedosians tell to their children. This week, we're looking at the stories that come from human communities. Now introducing Dragon Age Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at our shop! Want to chime in on the conversation? You can become a patron at the First Enchanter tier or higher and join us ON THE SHOW! https://www.patreon.com/dalorecast We've launched merch! Become a patron at the Antivan Crow tier or higher to get these exclusive rewards! Check out our website! cupspodcasting.com If you love our merch, check out the artist behind the designs! https://libanezink.wixsite.com/libanezart If you love our music, check out the musician behind our theme! Pipeman Studios If you enjoyed our podcast, give us a rating and review on Apple and/or Spotify! We'll even read your review out on the show! Join our The Cups Podcasts discord server where we dive deeep into Dragon Age discussions. https://discord.gg/fxR2WVDNhP Join the Robots Radio discord server to join the fun! You can also send us your Heroes, Hawkes, and Heralds to be featured on the podcast! https://discord.gg/AW5Wc4kgZb You can also find us on Twitter at @DALorecast, and you can dm us or email us side character suggestions (dalorecast@gmail.com). Music by Pipeman Studios Website designed by H-I-T Media Solutions Merch designed by Lauren Ibañez Ink Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We're back with the first part of our final two lore episodes of season 10! We're looking into the stories, fables, and tall tales that Thedosians tell to their children. This week, we're looking at the stories that come from dwarven, elven, and qunari communities. Now introducing Dragon Age Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at our shop! Want to chime in on the conversation? You can become a patron at the First Enchanter tier or higher and join us ON THE SHOW! https://www.patreon.com/dalorecast We've launched merch! Become a patron at the Antivan Crow tier or higher to get these exclusive rewards! Check out our website! cupspodcasting.com If you love our merch, check out the artist behind the designs! https://libanezink.wixsite.com/libanezart If you love our music, check out the musician behind our theme! Pipeman Studios If you enjoyed our podcast, give us a rating and review on Apple and/or Spotify! We'll even read your review out on the show! Join our The Cups Podcasts discord server where we dive deeep into Dragon Age discussions. https://discord.gg/fxR2WVDNhP Join the Robots Radio discord server to join the fun! You can also send us your Heroes, Hawkes, and Heralds to be featured on the podcast! https://discord.gg/AW5Wc4kgZb You can also find us on Twitter at @DALorecast, and you can dm us or email us side character suggestions (dalorecast@gmail.com). Music by Pipeman Studios Website designed by H-I-T Media Solutions Merch designed by Lauren Ibañez Ink Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
After five years, we're heading back to Thedas. In the first episode of our feature-length Dragon Age: The Veilguard retrospective, we're sorting through a ton of conflicting feelings. We talk about the RPG's reported development struggles, getting used to being in Rook's shoes, our feelings on the series' hard pivot into an action RPG, and much, much more. Today is Dragon Age Day, so we're uploading this episode a little earlier than planned. We'll be picking up our regular biweekly cadence at the beginning of 2026, and if you want early access to episodes, you can get them by becoming a patron. http://patreon.com/normandyfm Follow us on Bluesky: Normandy FM: @normandyfm Eric: @seamoosi Ken: @shepardcdr