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Send us Fan MailWelcome to this episode of the Sexier than a Squirrel podcast, the podcast that brings you real-life dog training results, and sometimes human training ones too!This week, Lauren is joined by the brilliant Sam to answer a listener question that so many owners of worried dogs will recognise: what do you do when the very confidence-building games designed to help your dog seem to scare them in the first place?Whether it's a cardboard box, a crinkly bottle, a piece of paper on the floor, or simply something unfamiliar appearing in the environment, some dogs find the world a much bigger and scarier place than others. In this episode, Lauren and Sam explore why confidence building isn't about following a game exactly as it's demonstrated, but about finding the right starting point for the dog in front of you.Together, they discuss how to break optimism games down into tiny, achievable steps. For some dogs, that might mean playing Cardboard Chaos. For others, it might simply mean being comfortable in the same room as a cardboard box. You'll hear why progress often comes from looking for the smallest possible win and building from there, rather than pushing for the finished picture too quickly.Lauren and Sam also chat about the role of movement, choice, and pressure release when working with nervous dogs. They explore why giving a dog the option to leave can actually help them become braver, how owner pressure can unintentionally make confidence struggles harder, and why keeping training light, playful, and enjoyable often creates the biggest breakthroughs.The conversation also highlights the importance of reinforcement. From food motivation and toy play to everyday opportunities for earning rewards, you'll hear why "trainability is susceptibility to reinforcement" and how building a stronger reinforcement history can transform what is possible for a worried dog. Lauren shares examples from her own dogs, while Sam talks about helping a noise-sensitive dog learn that sounds and novelty can predict fun rather than worry.Most importantly, this episode is a reminder that there is no single blueprint for confidence building. The best training plan is always the one that works for the dog standing in front of you.If you're living with a nervous, cautious, or pessimistic dog, this episode is packed with practical ideas, encouragement, and simple next steps to help you build confidence one small win at a time.Looking for your dog's starting point? Grab the £1 Games Club trial and explore confidence-building games, guided tracks, and a community that understands exactly what it's like to live with a worried dog.https://absolutedogs.me/7daytrialSupport the showIf you're loving the podcast, you'll love our NEW Sexier than a Squirrel Dog Training Challenge even more! Get transformational dog training today for only £27!Want even more epic dog training fun and games and solutions to all your dog training struggles? Join us in the AbsoluteDogs Games Club!https://absolutedogs.me/gamesclub Want to take your learning to the next level? Jump into the games-based training membership for passionate dog owners and aspiring trainers that know they want more for themselves and their dog -  Pro Dog Trainer Club! https://absolutedogs.me/prodogtrainerclub And while you're here, please leave a review for us and don't forget to hit share and post your biggest lightbulb moment! Remember, no matter what struggles you might be facing with your dog, there is always a game for that! 

Send us Fan MailWelcome to this episode of the Sexier than a Squirrel podcast, the podcast that brings you real-life dog training results, and sometimes human training ones too!This week, we're continuing our new series of episodes exploring what concept training actually is and how it shows up in real life with your dog. We'll be taking concepts you may have heard us talk about before, breaking them down, and making them practical, relatable, and easy to spot in your own training sessions and day-to-day interactions with your dog. This time, Lauren is joined by the brilliant Linda to unpack one of the most important concepts in all of dog training: engagement.Engagement isn't just about your dog looking at you. It's about your dog choosing you. Choosing to check in. Choosing to stay connected. Choosing to come back mentally, even when the world is busy, exciting, distracting, or full of things that normally pull their attention away.Lauren and Linda explain why engagement underpins so many other skills - recall, agility, obedience, heelwork, calm walks, even day-to-day life in the house - and highlight the importance of the moments we often miss: the ones where your dog asks, “What next?”You'll hear why rewarding re-engagement changes everything and how building a strong reinforcement history helps your dog learn to seek connection rather than waiting to cued repeatedly. They also talk about fading food rewards sensibly, why you don't need to carry treats forever, and how value, timing, and consistency shape habits over time.Play gets a huge spotlight too, because engagement should feel good for both ends of the lead. Lauren and Linda discuss using toys, movement, celebration, and genuine interaction to build motivation and excitement in training - while also recognising that different dogs enjoy different styles of reinforcement.Lauren and Linda also consider the balance between engagement and appropriate disengagement. Because the goal isn't a dog who pesters you endlessly for work - it's a dog who understands when the game is on, when the game is finished, and how to switch between focus and relaxation successfully.Ready to grow a dog who chooses you more often?Check out 10 Days to a Toy Motivated Dog here: ​​https://absolutedogs.me/toymotivateddogOr check out 10 Days to a Food Motivated Dog here: https://absolutedogs.me/foodmotivateddogOr why not grab the £1 Games Club trial and get both courses, plus all our other 10 Days courses, included!https://absolutedogs.me/7daytrialSupport the showIf you're loving the podcast, you'll love our NEW Sexier than a Squirrel Dog Training Challenge even more! Get transformational dog training today for only £27!Want even more epic dog training fun and games and solutions to all your dog training struggles? Join us in the AbsoluteDogs Games Club!https://absolutedogs.me/gamesclub Want to take your learning to the next level? Jump into the games-based training membership for passionate dog owners and aspiring trainers that know they want more for themselves and their dog -  Pro Dog Trainer Club! https://absolutedogs.me/prodogtrainerclub And while you're here, please leave a review for us and don't forget to hit share and post your biggest lightbulb moment! Remember, no matter what struggles you might be facing with your dog, there is always a game for that! 

Today, we wrap up with the Alan Wake DLC tie-in A Dark Place, do a lil' cleanup, and give our closing thoughts. Show Notes Art by Michael McCollor - Bluesky - Twitch - YouTube Music by Tyler Schnupp - Instagram Super NPC Radio – Patreon - Discord - Bluesky – Instagram – Twitch Nick Costanza Charlie Mihelich - Bluesky - Baywatch Watch podcast July Diaz - Bluesky Jeremy Schmidt - VGACS - Bluesky Conner McCabe - Call Me By Your Game - Bluesky - Instagram

Send us Fan MailWelcome to this episode of the Sexier than a Squirrel podcast, the podcast that brings you real-life dog training results, and sometimes human training ones too!This week, Sam is back to tackle a challenge so many dog owners face: car chaos. That moment the keys jingle or the engine starts and suddenly your dog is whining, pacing, panting, or barking out of the window. For some dogs it's over-excitement, for others it's stress or even nausea, but either way, it can make every journey feel like hard work.So what's really going on? For so many dogs, the car is loaded with meaning. Walks, vet visits, new places… It all builds anticipation fast. And that anticipation can tip into over-arousal or stress before you've even left the drive.Listen in as Lauren and Sam share practical strategies to help you change that picture. From creating “non-event” car journeys that lead to nothing, to simply hanging out in a parked vehicle, you'll learn how to remove the hype and help your dog switch off. They also explore why crate training can be a game-changer for calm travel, creating safety, structure, and reducing visual triggers that often keep dogs on edge.As the conversation continues, Lauren and Sam get into the detail of reinforcement too, because if calmness in the car is your current struggle, that's where your training focus needs to be. From hand feeding and using daily food to build positive associations, to scatter feeding and long-lasting chews, this is all about changing how your dog feels about the car.If your dog struggles with car travel, this episode will give you a clear, practical plan you can start straight away.Ready to connect with a community of like-minded dog owners and feel supported in your training journey? Grab the £1 Games Club trial and get started right now!https://absolutedogs.me/7daytrialSupport the showIf you're loving the podcast, you'll love our NEW Sexier than a Squirrel Dog Training Challenge even more! Get transformational dog training today for only £27!Want even more epic dog training fun and games and solutions to all your dog training struggles? Join us in the AbsoluteDogs Games Club!https://absolutedogs.me/gamesclub Want to take your learning to the next level? Jump into the games-based training membership for passionate dog owners and aspiring trainers that know they want more for themselves and their dog -  Pro Dog Trainer Club! https://absolutedogs.me/prodogtrainerclub And while you're here, please leave a review for us and don't forget to hit share and post your biggest lightbulb moment! Remember, no matter what struggles you might be facing with your dog, there is always a game for that! 

Today, we take to the underground, acquire a new power, and say a soft goodnight to an old friend. Show Notes Art by Michael McCollor - Bluesky - Twitch - YouTube Music by Tyler Schnupp - Instagram Super NPC Radio – Patreon - Discord - Bluesky – Instagram – Twitch Charlie Mihelich - Bluesky - Baywatch Watch podcast July Diaz - Bluesky Jeremy Schmidt - VGACS - Bluesky Conner McCabe - Call Me By Your Game - Bluesky - Instagram

Today, we finish the main campaign before moving onto the DLC. Will Jesse make it out alive?! Show Notes Art by Michael McCollor - Bluesky - Twitch - YouTube Music by Tyler Schnupp - Instagram Super NPC Radio – Patreon - Discord - Bluesky – Instagram – Twitch Nick Costanza Charlie Mihelich - Bluesky - Baywatch Watch podcast July Diaz - Bluesky Jeremy Schmidt - VGACS - Bluesky Conner McCabe - Call Me By Your Game - Bluesky - Instagram

Send us Fan MailWelcome to this episode of the Sexier than a Squirrel podcast, the podcast that brings you real-life dog training results, and sometimes human training ones too!This week, Lauren is joined by the brilliant Linda to tackle a challenge so many dog owners know all too well: window barking. That moment your dog launches at the glass, noise levels skyrocket, and suddenly the whole house feels tense, chaotic, and on edge. It's frustrating, it's exhausting, and for many, it feels like a habit that's impossible to break.In this episode, we dig into what's really going on behind the barking. Because this isn't about a “naughty” dog - it's about a behaviour that's been well practised and, in many cases, accidentally reinforced. With the perfect vantage point and a constant stream of passers-by, your dog is essentially rehearsing the same high-arousal response again and again.Lauren and Linda walk through a real-life case study, sharing exactly how Linda turned things around for a dog who was making daily life stressful for the entire household. You'll hear how small, practical changes - like adjusting the environment to reduce visual triggers - and simple, positive training techniques can make a huge difference. From using window film to limit rehearsal, to transforming a familiar “uh-uh” into a powerful, reward-based attention cue, this is all about changing the picture, not battling the behaviour.We also explore why telling your dog off often backfires, and what to do instead. By focusing on rewarding the behaviours you do want - like choosing to move away from the window and settle calmly - you can build habits that stick, without conflict or frustration.If you're dealing with barking at windows, TVs, or anything that triggers that launch-and-lunge response, this episode will give you a clear, practical plan you can start straight away.Ready for solutions for every struggle - including barking? Grab the £1 Games Club trial and get started right now!https://absolutedogs.me/7daytrialSupport the showIf you're loving the podcast, you'll love our NEW Sexier than a Squirrel Dog Training Challenge even more! Get transformational dog training today for only £27!Want even more epic dog training fun and games and solutions to all your dog training struggles? Join us in the AbsoluteDogs Games Club!https://absolutedogs.me/gamesclub Want to take your learning to the next level? Jump into the games-based training membership for passionate dog owners and aspiring trainers that know they want more for themselves and their dog -  Pro Dog Trainer Club! https://absolutedogs.me/prodogtrainerclub And while you're here, please leave a review for us and don't forget to hit share and post your biggest lightbulb moment! Remember, no matter what struggles you might be facing with your dog, there is always a game for that! 

Today, clean up the mold, scale a tower, and find out the truth about our old pal Polaris. Show Notes Art by Michael McCollor - Bluesky - Twitch - YouTube Music by Tyler Schnupp - Instagram Super NPC Radio – Patreon - Discord - Bluesky – Instagram – Twitch Nick Costanza Charlie Mihelich - Bluesky - Baywatch Watch podcast July Diaz - Bluesky Jeremy Schmidt - VGACS - Bluesky Conner McCabe - Call Me By Your Game - Bluesky - Instagram

Send us Fan MailWelcome to this episode of the Sexier than a Squirrel podcast, the podcast that brings you real-life dog training results, and sometimes human training ones too!This week, Lauren is joined once again by the brilliant Justin Prust, and this time they're diving into something that sits at the heart of everything we do – connection. We don't always realise how much it matters until it's missing, but when you really look at it, connection is the thing holding your life (and your relationships) together.Together, Lauren and Justin get real about what makes connection last: effort, consistency, and the courage to show up as your true self, even when it would be easier to stay polished and distant. From years of friendship to long-distance family life, they share honest stories that prove just how powerful a genuine “hello” can be.You'll hear practical tips for building stronger relationships in your everyday life, from sending voice notes that actually feel like you, to handwritten letters which add a personal touch that can mean the world, especially in our fast, digital world. They also explore why the idea of being “self-made” is a myth, and how connection grows when you give first, show up without judgement, and let people see the real human behind it all.And because this is a dog training podcast, we bring it back to our dogs too. From the communities built around training and shared interests, to those unexpected, sometimes shocking moments (yes… even the rabbit-catching kind), we talk about how connection with your dog can wobble, grow, and ultimately become stronger through understanding, training, and trust.If you've been craving deeper relationships, a stronger sense of community, or a better connection with your dog, this episode will leave you thinking differently about the small things that really matter.Enjoyed the episode? Subscribe, share it with someone you'd love to stay connected with, and leave us a review telling us the one connection habit you're going to start today.Ready to connect with a community of like-minded dog owners and feel supported in your training journey? Grab the £1 Games Club trial and get started right now!https://absolutedogs.me/7daytrialSupport the showIf you're loving the podcast, you'll love our NEW Sexier than a Squirrel Dog Training Challenge even more! Get transformational dog training today for only £27!Want even more epic dog training fun and games and solutions to all your dog training struggles? Join us in the AbsoluteDogs Games Club!https://absolutedogs.me/gamesclub Want to take your learning to the next level? Jump into the games-based training membership for passionate dog owners and aspiring trainers that know they want more for themselves and their dog -  Pro Dog Trainer Club! https://absolutedogs.me/prodogtrainerclub And while you're here, please leave a review for us and don't forget to hit share and post your biggest lightbulb moment! Remember, no matter what struggles you might be facing with your dog, there is always a game for that! 

Today, we go find our brother, lose our brother, find our brother, hunt down a duck, visit Ordinary, fight Salvador, and suit up like a damn professional. Show Notes Art by Michael McCollor - Bluesky - Twitch - YouTube Music by Tyler Schnupp - Instagram Super NPC Radio – Patreon - Discord - Bluesky – Instagram – Twitch Charlie Mihelich - Bluesky - Baywatch Watch podcast July Diaz - Bluesky Jeremy Schmidt - VGACS - Bluesky

Today, we find Marshall, watch some cool videos, puzzle it up, explore Dr. Darling's office, and process some black rocks! Show Notes Art by Michael McCollor - Bluesky - Twitch - YouTube Music by Tyler Schnupp - Instagram Super NPC Radio – Patreon - Discord - Bluesky – Instagram – Twitch Nick Costanza Charlie Mihelich - Bluesky - Baywatch Watch podcast Conner McCabe - Call Me By Your Game - Bluesky - Instagram

This is a preview of the entire first episode of the newest Games Club from Super NPC Radio. To hear the entire series as it airs, subscribe at the $5 Tier of our Patreon. Regardless, enjoy! --------------------------------------------------------- We've been locked up at Arkham, and it's time for another Games Club! Super NPC Radio continues our jaunt through the classics as we begin our coverage of Batman: Arkham Asylum (2009) by kicking this thing off and chatting about everything through the decontamination room. Show Notes Art by Michael McCollor - Bluesky - Twitch - YouTube Music by Tyler Schnupp Edited by Jeremy Schmidt Super NPC Radio – Patreon - Discord - Bluesky – Instagram – Twitch Nick Costanza - Bluesky July Diaz - Bluesky Alex Gaskin - Bluesky Kristin Thorson - Bluesky - Twitch Conner McCabe - Call Me By Your Game - Bluesky - Instagram

Today, we rise to the challenge, learn to Jedi, face Tomassi, answer the phone, clean the pipes, and have a lovely stay at the Oceanview Motel. Show Notes Art by Michael McCollor - Bluesky - Twitch - YouTube Music by Tyler Schnupp - Instagram Super NPC Radio – Patreon - Discord - Bluesky – Instagram – Twitch Nick Costanza Charlie Mihelich - Bluesky - Baywatch Watch podcast July Diaz - Bluesky Roxy Polk - Bluesky - Twitch Jeremy Schmidt - VGACS - Bluesky Conner McCabe - Call Me By Your Game - Bluesky - Instagram

Send us Fan MailWelcome to this episode of the Sexier than a Squirrel podcast, the podcast that brings you real-life dog training results, and sometimes human training ones too!This week, we're diving into one of the most misunderstood topics in dog training: food.Are you bribing your dog? Creating a treat monster? Or accidentally training the very behaviours you don't want?At absoluteDogs, we believe something simple but powerful: every piece of food has a purpose. When you start using food with intention, everything changes. Your dog's choices, your timing, and the results you see in real life.In this episode, we break down what's really going on when you use food in training, and how to turn rewards into a tool that builds trust, clarity, and reliability - not dependency.We share practical, everyday training games that go way beyond “sit for a biscuit”. Think reinforcing proximity to supercharge your recall, paying for loose lead walking when the world is distracting, and creating positive associations with things like cars, visitors, and door knocks so they become a total non-event.Got more than one dog? We've got you covered there too. We chat about using food to move dogs smoothly from space to space, reducing chaos, ditching the chasing and negotiating, and building a calmer, more cooperative household.We also tackle noise reactivity and the realities of neighbourhood life, showing you how to use simple pairing strategies to reduce barking and help your dog settle. Plus, the easy calming setups we always have ready - think Kongs, lick mats, and smart crate routines.And finally, we head into cooperative care - grooming, handling, and vet visits - sharing how simple consent-based games like chin rests and stillness can transform these experiences from stressful to straightforward.If you've ever wondered whether you're “doing food right”, this episode will change how you see every single treat you deliver.Ready to learn more? Grab the £1 Games Club trial, explore guided tracks - including Mouse Trap - and see how powerful games and food are when used purposefully and thoughtfully.https://absolutedogs.me/7daytrialNew to Devon Dogs and want to take advantage of the introductory offer? http://www.devondogs.co.uk/product/20-introductory-lessonSupport the showIf you're loving the podcast, you'll love our NEW Sexier than a Squirrel Dog Training Challenge even more! Get transformational dog training today for only £27!Want even more epic dog training fun and games and solutions to all your dog training struggles? Join us in the AbsoluteDogs Games Club!https://absolutedogs.me/gamesclub Want to take your learning to the next level? Jump into the games-based training membership for passionate dog owners and aspiring trainers that know they want more for themselves and their dog -  Pro Dog Trainer Club! https://absolutedogs.me/prodogtrainerclub And while you're here, please leave a review for us and don't forget to hit share and post your biggest lightbulb moment! Remember, no matter what struggles you might be facing with your dog, there is always a game for that! 

Welcome fellow FBC Agents to the Control Games Club! Today, we give our initial thoughts about the game, talk about it's development history and reception. We also get into the first mission Welcome to the Oldest House. See ya at the Oceanview Motel! Show Notes Art by Michael McCollor - Bluesky - Twitch - YouTube Music by Tyler Schnupp - Instagram Super NPC Radio – Patreon - Discord - Bluesky – Instagram – Twitch Nick Costanza Charlie Mihelich - Bluesky - Baywatch Watch podcast July Diaz - Bluesky Roxy Polk - Bluesky - Twitch Jeremy Schmidt - VGACS - Bluesky Conner McCabe - Call Me By Your Game - Bluesky - Instagram

Send us Fan MailWelcome to this episode of the Sexier than a Squirrel podcast, the podcast that brings you real-life dog training results, and sometimes human training ones too!This week, the wonderful Sam is back to chat to Lauren about a rather unusual training tool: a suitcase.Siri, Sam's Jack Russell, used to find the outside world pretty overwhelming. Walks could quickly turn into moments of panic and reactivity. But a simple idea - a suitcase covered in unicorns - helped turn those tricky situations into something far more predictable and productive.The “magic suitcase” isn't really magic at all. It's a portable kit filled with games Siri already knows and loves. Over time, the suitcase itself became a cue: when it appears, it means “we're about to play our games”. That sense of familiarity gives Siri something clear and positive to focus on, even when the environment around her feels challenging.Lauren and Sam talk through how Sam built this system step by step. It started at home with short, successful sessions, layering different games onto the same prop so Siri learned that the suitcase always means the same thing. From two paws up and wrap-arounds to boundary settles, scent searches, and even a noise box, each activity became part of the same predictable routine.It's outside in the real world where the suitcase really comes into its own. When things feel a bit spicy - a busy street, a sudden distraction, a trigger appearing in the distance - the suitcase helps Siri switch from worry to work. Sometimes that means calm, nose-led activities; other times it's more dynamic games that channel her energy in a helpful way.If you have a reactive, nervous, or easily over-aroused dog, this episode offers a simple, creative way to bring familiar training games with you wherever you go - helping your dog feel safer, calmer, and more able to make good choices.Ready to give it a go with your own dog? Sam would LOVE to see you and your dogs get creative with their own magic suitcases.Part of Games Club? We've added Siri's Magic Suitcase to your library of games so you can see it in action.New to games and want to check it out? Grab the £1 Games Club trial and you can watch it right now.https://absolutedogs.me/7daytrial Support the showIf you're loving the podcast, you'll love our NEW Sexier than a Squirrel Dog Training Challenge even more! Get transformational dog training today for only £27!Want even more epic dog training fun and games and solutions to all your dog training struggles? Join us in the AbsoluteDogs Games Club!https://absolutedogs.me/gamesclub Want to take your learning to the next level? Jump into the games-based training membership for passionate dog owners and aspiring trainers that know they want more for themselves and their dog -  Pro Dog Trainer Club! https://absolutedogs.me/prodogtrainerclub And while you're here, please leave a review for us and don't forget to hit share and post your biggest lightbulb moment! Remember, no matter what struggles you might be facing with your dog, there is always a game for that! 

Today, we put BB to bed. No one puts BB in the fire. We finished the game!!! Show Notes: Super NPC Radio – Patreon - Discord - Bluesky – Instagram – Twitch Nick Costanza - Bluesky July Diaz - Bluesky Michael McCollor - YouTube - Twitch Jeremy Schmidt - VGACS - Bluesky Conner McCabe - Call Me By Your Game - Bluesky - Instagram

The gang chats about the opening act of Tainted Grail!The 001 Radio Gamescast is our weekly podcasts where a group of game developers and artists talk about a variety of different topics, ranging from current news to games and entertainment. If you'd rather listen to the show on your favorite podcast platform, check us out on the platform of your choice. 001 Radio Gamescast airs on Tuesdays at 7 PM EST, though occasionally episodes may air at different times in the week. Links: www.twitch.tv/megamatchanchor.fm/001radiohttps://www.youtube.com/@001RadioAbout the HostsAll of us have been involved in the game industry in the past, primarily as artists and designers. Ryan currently works at Blizzard on Diablo IV as a game designer. Opinions are our own.

Send a textWelcome to this episode of the Sexier than a Squirrel podcast, the podcast that brings you real-life dog training results, and sometimes human training ones too!This week, we're continuing our series of episodes exploring what concept training actually is and how it shows up in real life with your dog. We'll be taking concepts you may have heard us talk about before, breaking them down, and making them practical, relatable, and easy to spot in your own training sessions and day-to-day interactions with your dog. This time, Alice is back to chat to Lauren about the king of all concepts: calmness.Calmness isn't just a nice-to-have in dog training. For some dogs, it can be life changing - even life-saving! In this episode, you'll hear more of the powerful story of Bonnie, a “mastiff mega mutt” with a difficult history and significant physical challenges, whose path forward depended on learning how to find calm in a world that once felt overwhelming.Listen in as Lauren and Alice chat about what a lack of calm actually looks like in real life - hyper-vigilance, barking, lunging, restless nights, and a nervous system constantly on high alert. When dogs are stuck in these states, learning becomes almost impossible. That's why calmness isn't just another training goal; it's the foundation that makes everything else possible.You'll hear how calm became the guiding principle behind every training decision for Alice and her partner Chris. From using simple techniques like DMT (Distraction, Mark, Treat) to build neutrality around triggers, to ditching the food bowl and investing every meal into reinforcing calm choices, Alice explains the practical steps that helped Bonnie move from chaos toward stability - and how, for Bonnie, that really was life-saving.Bonnie's transformation didn't happen overnight, but the path forward was built from simple, repeatable habits: noticing calm, marking it, reinforcing it, and gradually expanding her comfort zone. As Bonnie learned to settle, walk more peacefully, and rest deeply, something else shifted too - the humans changed. Because one of the most powerful truths in dog training is that our dogs borrow our state.If you're struggling with barking, reactivity, or a dog who seems constantly on edge, this episode offers a hopeful and practical roadmap for building calmness -  not as a trick, but as a lifestyle.Ready to learn more? Grab the £1 Games Club trial and borrow the confidence and support of a community that's solved the Support the showIf you're loving the podcast, you'll love our NEW Sexier than a Squirrel Dog Training Challenge even more! Get transformational dog training today for only £27!Want even more epic dog training fun and games and solutions to all your dog training struggles? Join us in the AbsoluteDogs Games Club!https://absolutedogs.me/gamesclub Want to take your learning to the next level? Jump into the games-based training membership for passionate dog owners and aspiring trainers that know they want more for themselves and their dog - Pro Dog Trainer Club! https://absolutedogs.me/prodogtrainerclub And while you're here, please leave a review for us and don't forget to hit share and post your biggest lightbulb moment! Remember, no matter what struggles you might be facing with your dog, there is always a game for that!

Today, we cover three Episodes of the game! So, crank that CCR, baby, we're going to Vietnam! Show Notes: Super NPC Radio – Patreon - Discord - Bluesky – Instagram – Twitch Nick Costanza - Bluesky July Diaz - Bluesky Jeremy Schmidt - VGACS - Bluesky Conner McCabe - Call Me By Your Game - Bluesky - Instagram

Today, is showdown day here in Strand Land. Big BTs. Big Higgs. Big justice. Show Notes: Super NPC Radio – Patreon - Discord - Bluesky – Instagram – Twitch Nick Costanza - Bluesky July Diaz - Bluesky Michael McCollor - YouTube - Twitch Jeremy Schmidt - VGACS - Bluesky Conner McCabe - Call Me By Your Game - Bluesky - Instagram

Today, we DRIVE over to Heart Lake, you know? The place ONLY GOD FORGIVES. Right? We RISE like VALHALLA out of the snow. We get our gear and PUSHER it to it's destination...we meet Nicholas Winding Refn. Show Notes: Super NPC Radio – Patreon - Discord - Bluesky – Instagram – Twitch Nick Costanza - Bluesky July Diaz - Bluesky Jeremy Schmidt - VGACS - Bluesky Conner McCabe - Call Me By Your Game - Bluesky - Instagram

Send a textWelcome to this episode of the Sexier than a Squirrel podcast, the podcast that brings you real-life dog training results, and sometimes human training ones too!This week, we're continuing our new series of episodes exploring what concept training actually is and how it shows up in real life with your dog. We'll be taking concepts you may have heard us talk about before, breaking them down, and making them practical, relatable, and easy to spot in your own training sessions and day-to-day interactions with your dog. This time, Lauren is joined by the amazing Sam to explore one of the most important - and often overlooked - skills in dog training: disengagement.Ever felt your dog vanish into a distraction - locked on a squirrel, snout glued to fox scent, or bee-lining toward a picnic? Listen in as we chat about the missing skill that is at the root of all those struggles: disengagement - the ability to turn away from temptation and choose you instead. Using simple, relatable analogies - like the cake you keep nibbling or the spider you can't stop thinking about - we show how fixation works in both humans and dogs, then translate that into practical training you can start today.Lauren and Sam consider why some dogs struggle more, whether it's lack of education or innate wiring, and how to meet each dog where they're at. Sam also shares one of her all time favourite games - Disengagement Pattern - a clear, repeatable game that pays your dog generously for orienting back to you. Toss one treat toward mild interest, then deliver a small jackpot for the turn-away to anchor a new value system: outside temptations are single coins; you are the bank. We explain how to adapt reinforcement - by amount or quality - to keep the contrast clear without overfeeding, and how to manage distance like a volume dial so your dog can think rather than tip into frenzy.From pheasants bursting from hedges to food scraps in city parks, we chat real-life scenarios and show how to reset, create space, and reinforce better choices. You'll hear how to chain quick wins, when to pivot to other games, and how practice at home makes walks smoother and calmer. This is a blueprint for building recall-like reliability without constant cueing, because the best behaviour is the one your dog chooses.Ready to try it yourself? Grab the £1 Games Club trial, explore guided tracks, and borrow the confidence of a community that's solved the same struggles.Support the showIf you're loving the podcast, you'll love our NEW Sexier than a Squirrel Dog Training Challenge even more! Get transformational dog training today for only £27!Want even more epic dog training fun and games and solutions to all your dog training struggles? Join us in the AbsoluteDogs Games Club!https://absolutedogs.me/gamesclub Want to take your learning to the next level? Jump into the games-based training membership for passionate dog owners and aspiring trainers that know they want more for themselves and their dog - Pro Dog Trainer Club! https://absolutedogs.me/prodogtrainerclub And while you're here, please leave a review for us and don't forget to hit share and post your biggest lightbulb moment! Remember, no matter what struggles you might be facing with your dog, there is always a game for that!

Today, we go back back back in time, find ourselves an old fashioned war, gain a BB, lose our minds, listen to a dead man, and talk to a heart man. Show Notes: Super NPC Radio – Patreon - Discord - Bluesky – Instagram – Twitch Nick Costanza - Bluesky July Diaz - Bluesky Michael McCollor - YouTube - Twitch Jeremy Schmidt - VGACS - Bluesky Conner McCabe - Call Me By Your Game - Bluesky - Instagram

Send a textWelcome to this episode of the Sexier than a Squirrel podcast, the podcast that brings you real-life dog training results, and sometimes human training ones too!This week, Lauren is joined once again by the amazing Alice, to kick off a new series of episodes where we're exploring what concept training actually is and how it applies to real life with your dog. We'll be taking concepts you may have heard us talk about before, breaking them down, and making them practical, relatable, and easy to spot in your own training sessions and day-to-day interactions with your dog. And we're starting with optimism.What if your dog's “reactivity” is really a pessimistic prediction about the world - one you could rewrite it with play? We share how teaching optimism through simple, structured games turned Bonnie, a large mastiff mix with explosive dog-to-dog reactions, into a calm, confident dog who can enjoy off‑lead time with friends and settle peacefully at home.Listen in as Lauren and Alice break down optimism as a practical training concept: when a dog learns to expect good outcomes from ambiguous situations, barking, lunging and hiding give way to curiosity and choice. You'll hear how short, rewarding games reshape neural pathways, why ditching the bowl fuels learning, and how to build habits of calm disengagement around big triggers like cyclists, fireworks and vet handling. Alice shares one of her favourite and most accessible games for boosting optimism with any dog - Noise Box - using everyday items to make novelty safe and fun.This is a story of real change grounded in games-based training, management and community support. We talk measurable wins - faster recovery, softer body language, easier check-ins - and the difference optimism makes beyond reactivity: smoother grooming, kinder vet visits and a shared sense of confidence at both ends of the lead. If you're tired of bracing for the next meltdown, this approach gives you a roadmap that feels kind, achievable and effective.Ready to try it yourself? Grab the £1 Games Club trial, explore guided tracks, and borrow the confidence of a community that's solved the same struggles.https://absolutedogs.me/7daytrial Support the showIf you're loving the podcast, you'll love our NEW Sexier than a Squirrel Dog Training Challenge even more! Get transformational dog training today for only £27!Want even more epic dog training fun and games and solutions to all your dog training struggles? Join us in the AbsoluteDogs Games Club!https://absolutedogs.me/gamesclub Want to take your learning to the next level? Jump into the games-based training membership for passionate dog owners and aspiring trainers that know they want more for themselves and their dog - Pro Dog Trainer Club! https://absolutedogs.me/prodogtrainerclub And while you're here, please leave a review for us and don't forget to hit share and post your biggest lightbulb moment! Remember, no matter what struggles you might be facing with your dog, there is always a game for that!

Today, we do more snow! A lot more snow! Snow for a while, actually! We lose our BB, find a dead man, slingshot ourselves to freedom, and fight fight fight our way through hordes and hordes of BTs. Show Notes: Super NPC Radio – Patreon - Discord - Bluesky – Instagram – Twitch Nick Costanza - Bluesky July Diaz - Bluesky Michael McCollor - YouTube - Twitch Jeremy Schmidt - VGACS - Bluesky Conner McCabe - Call Me By Your Game - Bluesky - Instagram

Today, we cover two episodes of the game, fight our way through a war zone, find Hannibal Lector, cut a chord, meet TWINS, and continue bringing this strange new world ONLINE. These. People. Need. To. Check. Their. Email. Show Notes: Super NPC Radio – Patreon - Discord - Bluesky – Instagram – Twitch Nick Costanza - Bluesky July Diaz - Bluesky Michael McCollor - YouTube - Twitch Jeremy Schmidt - VGACS - Bluesky Conner McCabe - Call Me By Your Game - Bluesky - Instagram

Today, we do the Wright thing, reunite lovers, build our bikes, pave our roads, and go Dorothy style up into the sky! Show Notes: Super NPC Radio – Patreon - Discord - Bluesky – Instagram – Twitch Nick Costanza - Bluesky July Diaz - Bluesky Michael McCollor - YouTube - Twitch Jeremy Schmidt - VGACS - Bluesky Conner McCabe - Call Me By Your Game - Bluesky - Instagram

Today, we embark on the longest chapter in the game, we respect our Elders, we tip our Craftsman, we find someone in our shower, and we find someone ELSE in our shower. Show Notes: Super NPC Radio – Patreon - Discord - Bluesky – Instagram – Twitch Nick Costanza - Bluesky July Diaz - Bluesky Jeremy Schmidt - VGACS - Bluesky Conner McCabe - Call Me By Your Game - Bluesky - Instagram

The hosts talk about the latest variety of games they tried for our games club.The 001 Radio Gamescast is our weekly podcasts where a group of game developers and artists talk about a variety of different topics, ranging from current news to games and entertainment. If you'd rather listen to the show on your favorite podcast platform, check us out on the platform of your choice. 001 Radio Gamescast airs on Tuesdays at 7 PM EST, though occasionally episodes may air at different times in the week. Links: www.twitch.tv/megamatchanchor.fm/001radiohttps://www.youtube.com/@001RadioAbout the HostsAll of us have been involved in the game industry in the past, primarily as artists and designers. Ryan currently works at Blizzard on Diablo IV as a game designer. Opinions are our own.

This Robin don't need no Batman. Today we kick off the Fire Emblem: Awakening Games Club with a little rock, paper, scissors action and covering the prologue + Chapter 1. Show Notes Art by Michael McCollor Music by Tyler Schnupp Super NPC Radio – Patreon - Discord - Bluesky – Instagram – Twitch Patrick Ehlers - Bluesky - Nintendo Cartridge Society Roxy Polk - Bluesky - Twitch Kristin Thorson - Bluesky - Twitch July Diaz: Bluesky Jeremy Schmidt - VGACS - Bluesky Conner McCabe - Call Me By Your Game - Bluesky - Instagram

Today, we start the game proper, make deliveries, avoid BTs, stunt on MULEs, and never forget to hold L2/R2 the whole...damn...WAY! Show Notes: Super NPC Radio – Patreon - Discord - Bluesky – Instagram – Twitch Nick Costanza - Bluesky July Diaz - Bluesky Michael McCollor - YouTube - Twitch Jeremy Schmidt - VGACS - Bluesky

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Goo-goo, ga-ga, folks. Today, we begin our journey across the United States of Hideo Kojima. We couldn't be more excited to get share our thoughts on the latest from Metal Gear's BB-daddy. Show Notes: Super NPC Radio – Patreon - Discord - Bluesky – Instagram – Twitch Nick Costanza - Bluesky July Diaz - Bluesky Michael McCollor - YouTube - Twitch Jeremy Schmidt - VGACS - Bluesky Conner McCabe - Call Me By Your Game - Bluesky - Instagram

Send us a textHolidays shouldn't feel like a gauntlet of barking, lunging, and white-knuckle car rides. We dig into the real reasons dogs struggle when routines change and show how a clear plan, games-based training, and smart logistics turn stressful trips into confident adventures. From the first few minutes at a new training centre to that important “second time in” when food finally starts to matter, we break down simple steps that lower arousal and build focus where it counts.We walk through transport challenges with options for every situation—train routes and easy taxi hops, supportive pick-ups, and the comfort of dog-friendly cottages right on site. If your dog hates the car, you'll get a practical progression: feed near the vehicle, reinforce calm in the parked car, introduce engine noise, and layer in tiny drives. We add body-confidence games like wobble boards and skateboards to help motion-sensitive dogs learn that movement can be predictable and safe. Safety gets its own spotlight: crates, fitted bedding, secure harnessing, and daily short trips that make travel normal instead of a big event.Hands-on coaching can reveal what video misses. Subtle tells—shoulders dropping, weight shifts, scanning—guide the choice of games that change behaviour fast. We share real cases, including a reactive collie whose “big show” was really uncertainty, and how giving her a clear job flipped the script. Food logistics are solvable too: arrange raw deliveries from local suppliers, stock high-value rewards, and use your cottage as a training lab to rehearse visitor protocols and calm settles that transfer home.Whether you're travelling with a reactive Frenchie or flying in to sharpen your skills with a demo dog, the theme is possibility. Age isn't a barrier, and neither is past struggle. Want to make your next trip easier? Start small, stack the wins, and build momentum. If you're ready for support, grab the £1 Games Club trial for full course access or book the £20 Watch One consult to map your plan. Subscribe, share this with a friend who needs hope, and tell us where you're headed next—what's the one change you'll try this week?Support the showIf you're loving the podcast, you'll love our NEW Sexier than a Squirrel Dog Training Challenge even more! Get transformational dog training today for only £27!Want even more epic dog training fun and games and solutions to all your dog training struggles? Join us in the AbsoluteDogs Games Club!https://absolutedogs.me/gamesclub Want to take your learning to the next level? Jump into the games-based training membership for passionate dog owners and aspiring trainers that know they want more for themselves and their dog - Pro Dog Trainer Club! https://absolutedogs.me/prodogtrainerclub And while you're here, please leave a review for us and don't forget to hit share and post your biggest lightbulb moment! Remember, no matter what struggles you might be facing with your dog, there is always a game for that!

Today, we end our time in Hallownest. It's been a great run, but stay tuned for the Death Stranding Games Club coming soon... Show Notes: Super NPC Radio – Patreon - Discord - Bluesky – Instagram – Twitch Nick Costanza - Bluesky July Diaz - Bluesky Michael McCollor - YouTube - Twitch Jeremy Schmidt - VGACS - Bluesky Conner McCabe - Call Me By Your Game - Bluesky - Instagram

Today, we certainly did start the fire, it wasn't always burning since the world was turning, we finish phase one of Mr. Grimm and go nowhere near phase two, howl at the moon, and much more! Show Notes: Super NPC Radio – Patreon - Discord - Bluesky – Instagram – Twitch July Diaz - Bluesky Jeremy Schmidt - VGACS - Bluesky Conner McCabe - Call Me By Your Game - Bluesky - Instagram

Today, we face a traitor, lose our cloth, enter the house of pain, pick our guts up off the floor, and void our own damn heart. Show Notes: Super NPC Radio – Patreon - Discord - Bluesky – Instagram – Twitch Nick Costanza - Bluesky July Diaz - Bluesky Jeremy Schmidt - VGACS - Bluesky Conner McCabe - Call Me By Your Game - Bluesky - Instagram

Today, we return to the haunted palace, make short work of two dreamers, say goodnight to Uumuu, and get some much needed assistance from a dear friend. Show Notes: Super NPC Radio – Patreon - Discord - Bluesky – Instagram – Twitch Michael McCollor - YouTube - Twitch Jeremy Schmidt - VGACS - Bluesky Conner McCabe - Call Me By Your Game - Bluesky - Instagram

Today, we get bees in our eyes, meet destiny at the tip of our nail, seal the deal, chill with some ghosts, and compete with some foolish individuals. Show Notes: Super NPC Radio – Patreon - Discord - Bluesky – Instagram – Twitch Nick Costanza - Bluesky July Diaz - Bluesky Michael McCollor - YouTube - Twitch Jeremy Schmidt - VGACS - Bluesky Conner McCabe - Call Me By Your Game - Bluesky - Instagram

Today, we navigate hostile underground tunnels, find a reflection of ourselves, send a Beast packin, get real real low, and get some janky wings. Show Notes: Super NPC Radio – Patreon - Discord - Bluesky – Instagram – Twitch Nick Costanza - Bluesky July Diaz - Bluesky Michael McCollor - YouTube - Twitch Jeremy Schmidt - VGACS - Bluesky Conner McCabe - Call Me By Your Game - Bluesky - Instagram

Today, we climb the tallest mountain, we dive down into the murky below, we gain the power to hear thoughts, we plug our noses to match skills w/ the Defender, and learn of the three Dreamers. Show Notes: Super NPC Radio – Patreon - Discord - Bluesky – Instagram – Twitch July Diaz - Bluesky Michael McCollor - YouTube - Twitch Jeremy Schmidt - VGACS - Bluesky Conner McCabe - Call Me By Your Game - Bluesky - Instagram

Today, we pop some big balloons, discover a hidden kingdom, gain the respect of a forgotten civilization, and take a jaunt through a haunted tower. Show Notes: Super NPC Radio – Patreon - Discord - Bluesky – Instagram – Twitch Nick Costanza - Bluesky July Diaz - Bluesky Michael McCollor - YouTube - Twitch Jeremy Schmidt - VGACS - Bluesky Conner McCabe - Call Me By Your Game - Bluesky - Instagram

Today, we continue our coverage of Hollow Knight by stepping into the lush and sprawling Greenpath maze. Upon exploring the area we come across a mysterious figure who beckons us to follow her. There is plenty to do here and plenty to collect including a brand new ability. Enjoy! Show Notes: Super NPC Radio – Patreon - Discord - Bluesky – Instagram – Twitch Nick Costanza - Bluesky July Diaz - Bluesky Michael McCollor - YouTube - Twitch Jeremy Schmidt - VGACS - Bluesky Conner McCabe - Call Me By Your Game - Bluesky - Instagram

Quick! Call an exterminator! Someone let a bunch of bugs loose! Please enjoy the 2024 Hollow Knight Games Club where our panel will cover the entirety of Team Cherry's 2017 masterpiece. Today, we comb through the opening couple hours of the game ending on the battle with the False Knight. Show Notes: Super NPC Radio – Patreon - Discord - Bluesky – Instagram – Twitch Nick Costanza - Bluesky July Diaz - Bluesky Michael McCollor - YouTube - Twitch Jeremy Schmidt - VGACS - Bluesky Conner McCabe - Call Me By Your Game - Bluesky - Instagram

We finish off our fantastic coverage of BioShock with a very special episode dedicated to its successor, the highly anticipated and slightly polarizing, BioShock Infinite. There's a lot of unpack with this game. Enjoy! Show Notes Super NPC Radio – Patreon - Discord-  Bluesky – Instagram – Twitch Jeremy Schmidt: Video Games: a Comedy Show - BlueSky Conner McCabe – Call Me By Your Game podcast - Bluesky - Twitch Nick Costanza: Bluesky

Today, we finish what we started and save a few little sisters in the process. Show Notes Super NPC Radio – Patreon - Discord-  Bluesky – Instagram – Twitch Jeremy Schmidt: Video Games: a Comedy Show - BlueSky Conner McCabe – Call Me By Your Game podcast - Bluesky - Twitch July Diaz: Bluesky Nick Costanza: Bluesky Mikey McCollor: YouTube Roxy Polk: BlueSky - Twitch

We've got a needle and we're not afraid to use it! The Hollow Knight Silksong Games Club begins today with an introduction to the series as our contributors make their way through and conquer the Bell Beast. Show Notes Super NPC Radio – Patreon - Discord - Bluesky – Instagram – Twitch Jacques Mouledoux - Instagram Charlie Mihelich - Baywatch Watch podcast - Bluesky - Instagram July Diaz: Bluesky Michael McCollor - YouTube - Twitch Jeremy Schmidt - VGACS - Bluesky Conner McCabe - Call Me By Your Game - Bluesky - Instagram

Send us a textThe hardest part of “socialising your puppy” isn't getting out the door—it's knowing when to say no. We unpack the difference between ticking boxes and shaping feelings, contrasting Rupert, a sensitive dog overexposed to chaotic greetings and traditional classes, with Tokyo, a dog raised on low-drama, consistently positive experiences. The takeaway is simple and powerful: quality beats quantity. A handful of safe, well-managed exposures paired with concept games builds neutrality, optimism, and handler focus far better than a hundred random hellos in busy parks.We talk through the pivotal moments that set behaviour in stone: off-lead sprints to unknown dogs, crowded church halls where proximity is mistaken for progress, and the one-event learning that can turn curiosity into reactivity. Then we pivot to solutions that actually transfer to the real world. You'll hear how games like Middle and Feet-on-Toes create portable safety boundaries, letting you feel arousal shifts through contact and move your dog with calm precision. We break down what a truly safe class setup looks like—space, non-interaction, and clear lanes—and why scent work can quietly drain stress without social pressure.Owner mindset threads through everything. Dogs read our tension, so we offer simple ways to stack the deck in your favour: pick routes with visibility, walk with trusted teams, use long lines as seatbelts, and replace chance encounters with planned, appropriate choices—or none at all. If you've ever felt pressured by a vet's tick-sheet or the “socialise more” chorus at the park, this conversation gives you the language and the tools to protect your dog and build the skills that matter.Ready to trade overexposure for smart training? Grab 10 Days to Stop Reactivity and jump into the Games Club for a library of practical games and support. If this helped, follow, rate, and share the episode with a friend who needs a calmer walk tomorrow.Jump into Games Clubhttps://absolutedogs.me/jointheclubJoin us for AD Live & Unleashed, a *FREE* Naughty but Nice Dog 2-Day Event held 8-9 November 2025. Tickets are limited, grab your ticket today + bring a friend! https://absolutedogs.me/unleashedSupport the showIf you're loving the podcast, you'll love our NEW Sexier than a Squirrel Dog Training Challenge even more! Get transformational dog training today for only £27!Want even more epic dog training fun and games and solutions to all your dog training struggles? Join us in the AbsoluteDogs Games Club!https://absolutedogs.me/gamesclub Want to take your learning to the next level? Jump into the games-based training membership for passionate dog owners and aspiring trainers that know they want more for themselves and their dog - Pro Dog Trainer Club! https://absolutedogs.me/prodogtrainerclub And while you're here, please leave a review for us and don't forget to hit share and post your biggest lightbulb moment! Remember, no matter what struggles you might be facing with your dog, there is always a game for that!

Send us a textWhat do you do when your massive mastiff mix - described as "half grizzly bear, half donkey" - turns into a reactive nightmare? For Alice, the journey with Bonnie began with serious doubts about whether she could provide a forever home for such a challenging dog.Most small reactive dogs get labeled "cute" despite their behaviour. But for Bonnie, a large brindle mix with impressive strength, her reactive episodes weren't just embarrassing - they triggered public concern about dangerous dogs. Alice needed solutions that worked in real-world situations, not just controlled environments.The transformation came through three key concepts: calmness, disengagement, and optimism. Alice shares the three specific games from Absolute Dogs' Games Club that fundamentally changed her relationship with Bonnie and Bonnie's relationship with the world. Figure of Eight created meditative, smooth movement patterns that calmed Bonnie's jerky anxiety.Orientation Game provided crucial "pulse checks" before off-lead adventures, allowing Alice to assess Bonnie's mental state in any environment. Finally, Disengagement Pattern and Rewind gave both dog and owner muscle memory for redirecting attention away from triggers.Perhaps most powerful is Alice's candid admission that these games didn't just modify behaviour - they saved Bonnie's home. "There was probably several months where Chris and I sort of felt like, can we do this? Can we maintain a forever home for Bonnie?" Today, Alice speaks with confidence about advocating for her dog and creating an environment where both can thrive. Their relationship has transformed from struggle to partnership, proving that even the most challenging dogs can become calm companions with the right approach.Want to experience a similar transformation with your dog? Visit the Absolute Dog Store to discover these games and more training solutions that could change everything for you and your dog.Jump into Games Clubhttps://absolutedogs.me/jointheclub Support the showIf you're loving the podcast, you'll love our NEW Sexier than a Squirrel Dog Training Challenge even more! Get transformational dog training today for only £27!Want even more epic dog training fun and games and solutions to all your dog training struggles? Join us in the AbsoluteDogs Games Club!https://absolutedogs.me/gamesclub Want to take your learning to the next level? Jump into the games-based training membership for passionate dog owners and aspiring trainers that know they want more for themselves and their dog - Pro Dog Trainer Club! https://absolutedogs.me/prodogtrainerclub And while you're here, please leave a review for us and don't forget to hit share and post your biggest lightbulb moment! Remember, no matter what struggles you might be facing with your dog, there is always a game for that!