Podcasts about Riot Games

Were we wrong about Los Ratones? LEC drama, KC superteam revelations, and LCS storylines headline this week's massive esports recap! We cover Los Ratones' shocking win streak, Caedrel's emotional reaction on stream, the unexpected backlash toward Sjokz after a TikTok, Nuc's complete mental crashout after a brutal loss, and the wild KC leaks involving Mikyx, Wunder, and a supposed package deal with Lider. We also break down Fnatic's surprisingly stable form, analysis from the LPL and LCK, and Inspired being the highest‑paid LCS player.   Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/SUMMONING and use code SUMMONING and get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup!   Go to https://drinkag1.com/SUMMONING to get AG1's best offer: 3 FREE AG1 Travel Packs and 3 FREE AGZ Travel Packs, plus FREE Vitamin D3+K2 and AG1 Welcome Kit with your first AG1 subscription order!   For simple, online access to personalized and affordable care for Hair Loss, ED, Weight Loss, and more, visit https://Hims.com/LFN   Let Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster! Join at https://RocketMoney.com/LFN   Raycon's Everyday Earbuds Classics are here to help you crush your new year goals! Go to https://buyraycon.com/LFN to get 20% off sitewide. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, Greg and Colan break down the surprising success of Hytale after its departure from Riot Games, the strategic restructuring at Ubisoft, and the evolving multi-platform future of Xbox. Colan provides a deep-dive "dissertation" on the three eras of Riot Games publishing and explains why the studio may be "trapped by its own success".Key Discussion Points1. The Hytale Miracle: From Cancellation to Chart-Topper The Buyback: After Riot Games effectively shuttered the project, the original founders bought back the rights and launched into Early Access. Market Dominance: Within its first weeks, Hytale ranked #4 in search and #9 on Twitch, commanding roughly 2.5% of the total gaming market. The China Factor: Colan highlights the massive "opportunity cost" for Riot/Tencent, noting that Hytale could have been a native competitor to Minecraft in a Chinese market with over 700 million accounts.2. The Evolution (and Stagnation) of Riot Games Publishing The Golden Era (2019-2020): Riot enjoyed a historic run with "heaters" like Valorant, Teamfight Tactics, and Legends of Runeterra. The "Trapped" Success: Colan argues that Riot is now bloated by the weight of its own success; the immense resources required to maintain massive live-service hits prevents them from taking bold risks on new IP. Riot Forge Lessons: Why Riot's attempt to release smaller "love letters" to the community failed to act as a funnel for new players.3. Ubisoft's Strategic Reset Cancellations & Restructuring: Ubisoft has canceled six games, including the Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time remake, while mandating a 5-day return-to-office policy. The Global Shift: An analysis of why game development is shifting from expensive hubs like California to subsidized regions like Riyadh.4. The Shooter Landscape: Highguard vs. Marathon Highguard's Attention Deficit: Despite viral memes, the game lacks measurable player attention, making it a high-risk launch in a genre dominated by Apex and Overwatch. The Case for Marathon: Colan remains "bullish" on Bungie's Marathon, predicting it will successfully claim a "bronze medal" spot in the extraction shooter hierarchy.Featured Quotes"Riot is first-in-class at maintaining live ecosystems, but that success becomes a weight. Why risk anything when you have a thing you can monetize forever?" — Colan NeeseResources & Links Colan's Newsletter: Subscribe to "Patch Notes" on Substack or LinkedIn for the full dissertation on Riot's publishing history. Player Driven Workshop: Sign up for next week's player experience session at PlayerDriven.io. DICE Summit 2026: Catch Greg and Colan live in Las Vegas next month.

Will Los Ratones make LEC Playoffs? In this episode of Power Spike, we break down one of the wildest weeks across global League of Legends—Los Ratones' momentum shift, BLG's alarming cracks, Sentinels' rough LCS debut, KT's historic throw vs T1, RED vs LOUD chaos in CBLOL, the LR vs Shifters “steal,” and the big question: who actually understands Season 16? Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/POWERSPIKE and use code POWERSPIKE and get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup!   Right now, DripDrop is offering podcast listeners 20% off your first order! Go to https://dripdrop.com and use promo code LFN. ​Treat yourself to gear that looks good, feels good, and doesn't break the bank with Fabletics! Go to https://Fabletics.com/POWERSPIKE and sign up as a VIP and get 80% off everything! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Well Star Wars fans can continue to argue, because Kathleen Kennedy stepping down certainly wont stop them. But something to stop to listen to, is George RR Martin telling all to the Hollywood Reporter. Plus, Fallout Season 2 is not falling behind season 1, people just don't remember how TV works. Ubisoft decided to lay a big one on the gaming industry by cancelling another Prince of Persia game, and Netflix wants to keep WB movies on the big screen if the merger goes through. That and more on this weeks episode.

The crew breaks down massive shifts across competitive League of Legends, from the new LEC/LCS formats to early‑season performance trends. They dive into week one reactions, how teams like HLE and AL are adapting, why the LEC's overall level feels volatile, and which blockbuster roster moves shaped 2026—including JDG's region‑warping signings. The team also discusses the return of multi‑team ownership in the LEC with KC and KCB, its competitive implications, and whether the benefits outweigh the risks.  Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/POWERSPIKE and use code POWERSPIKE and get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup!  Head to https://FactorMeals.com/powerspike50off and use code powerspike50off to get 50% off your first Factor box PLUS free breakfast for 1 year.  Raycon's Everyday Earbuds Classics are here to help you crush your new year goals! Go to https://buyraycon.com/POWERSPIKE to get 20% off sitewide. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

LCK recap, LEC chaos, and LPL surprises take center stage in this week's LoL esports breakdown — from DRX's shocking early-game success with coach voice usage to GenG's dominant form fueled by standout performances from Canyon and Kiin. We unpack Ruler's headline‑making quote about only caring to win Worlds, the collapse of Los Ratones against LEC‑level jungle pressure, G2's 0‑2 start and bot‑lane draft issues, MKOI's strong fundamentals, and Mikyx's SK resurgence. Plus, we touch on LEC road show excitement, ongoing LCS visa struggles, and a quick look at LPL narratives.  Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/SUMMONING and use code SUMMONING and get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup!  Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial and start selling today at https://shopify.com/SUMMONNIG  Head to https://FactorMeals.com/lfn50off and use code lfn50off to get 50% off your first Factor box PLUS free breakfast for 1 year.  Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with Mando and get 20% off + free shipping with promo code SUMMONING at https://shopmando.com  Raycon's Everyday Earbuds Classics are here to help you crush your new year goals! Go to https://buyraycon.com/LFN to get 20% off sitewide. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Four Horsemen deliver their annual State of League of Legends! PapaSmithy joins MonteCristo, Thorin, and Richard Lewis begin by discussing the LCS and its troubled recent history. They react to "The Data" that convinced Riot Games to switch the LCS to weekdays and bemoan the missed opportunities that the league ignored for years. The crew also dives into topics surrounding League of Legends as a game, including the upcoming Client update, the game's readability issues, and the unfortunate state of new player experience. They close the show by discussing profitability of LoL esports, focusing on massive player salaries, statements made by T1 leadership, and ideas that could potentially help teams stay afloat. Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/HORSEMEN and use code HORSEMEN and get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup! Raycon's Essential Open Earbuds are here to help you crush your new year goals! Go to https://buyraycon.com/HORSEMENOPEN to get 20% off sitewide. This January, quit overspending on wireless with 50% off Unlimited premium wireless. Plans start at $15/month at https://MintMobile.com/FOURHORSEMEN Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with Mando and get 20% off + free shipping with promo code HORSEMEN at https://shopmando.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On a new Summoning Insight, we discuss LCS Format Changes, the 2026 LEC Talent Reveal, Dhokla stepping in for Zamudo, the new “First Selection” draft rule for LoL esports, Ruler's fine, T1's profitability comments, and previews for the LCK, LPL, LEC, and LCS. We break down what these shifts mean for competitive League of Legends and how they'll shape the 2026 season.  DripDrop is doctor-developed, proven fast hydration that helps your body and mind work better! Go to https://dripdrop.com and use promo code SUMMONING to get 20% off your first order.  Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with Mando and get 20% off + free shipping with promo code SUMMONING at https://shopmando.com  Raycon's Everyday Earbuds Classics are here to help you crush your new year goals! Go to https://buyraycon.com/LFN to get 20% off sitewide.  Let Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster! Join at https://RocketMoney.com/LFN Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Is this the strangest professional League of Legends team ever? On this new episode of Summoning Insight, Thorin and Nymaera discuss the growing problems in the NLC, results from the Demacia Cup, the controversial LCK Cup format, League of Legends' global login issues, and more!  Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/SUMMONING and use code SUMMONING and get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup!  Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with Mando and get 20% off + free shipping with promo code SUMMONING at https://shopmando.com  Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial and start selling today at https://SHOPIFY.com/summoning  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Join us for our latest Rapid Reaction! In this episode we're headed back to the world of Pandora for James Cameron's Avatar: Fire and Ash! We give our abbreviated take on the latest Na'vi adventure. Is it hot fire or hot garbage? We'll let you know! Plus, we're clearing out the 2025 backlog! We're handing out 'Yays' and 'Nays' to movies we watched but didn't have time to cover. Films such as: The Running Man, Predator: Badlands, Tron: Ares, Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery, and Zootopia 2. Let's get into it!Want more How Was It? I in your life?Email us your show ideas, burning questions, comments, recommendations, and anything else at SHWIPodcast@gmail.com.Follow us on Twitter/X : @HowWas_ItJoin the conversation on Threads: @HowWasItPodcastFollow us on Bluesky: @Shwip.bsky.socialSong title: Swing Artists: League of Legends Music- Nitzan Gribetz Courtesy of Riot Games: https://www.leagueoflegends.com/en-us/news/community/riot-music-creator-safe-guidelines/

Ok so maybe nearly all of our Ionian predictions weren't accurate, but we can't be that wrong twice! Can we? I guess we'll find out! Until then, let's dream of Kayle/Morgana, new Demacian champs, and some Poppy. ------- WE HAVE MERCH!bit.ly/loreheadmerch Twitter! twitter.com/loreheads Discord! https://t.co/o21E0W4C8z?amp=1 Twitch! twitch.tv/loreheads Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/leagueofloreheads Song Title | Dragon Trainer TristanaArtist | League of LegendsCourtesy of Riot Games https://na.leagueoflegends.com/en-us/news/community/riot-music-creator-safe-guidelines/Image by Yuri_B from Pixabay - book with sparkles Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dive into this packed League of Legends talk show as Thorin and Nymaera break down the first looks at BLG and LNG in the Demacia Cup, BLG's new roster with Xun and Viper, and what it all might mean for the LPL 2025 season. They also explore how meta picks like Maokai jungle and Aphelios vs. Xayah are shaping early-game dynamics, team vibes, and playoff potential in China's top-tier League ecosystem.  Then the episode pivots hard into Europe: the controversial BDS → Shifters rebrand, its mocked logo and name, and a disastrous meme tweet that turned a flat launch into a PR crisis. The hosts discuss the broader decline of creative opportunities in the EU scene, the cancellation of the LEC's flagship podcast EUphoria, and why losing high-quality Riot-produced shoulder content hurts narrative building, talent, and fans across the ecosystem.  Cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money! Go to https://RocketMoney.com/LFN today.  Head to https://DRINKAG1.com/SUMMONING you'll get the welcome kit, a Morning Person hat, a bottle of Vitamin D3+K2, a AG1 Flavor Sampler and you'll get to try their new sleep supplement AGZ for free.  Eat smart at https://FactorMeals.com/lfn50off and use code lfn50off to get 50% off your first box, plus Free Breakfast for 1 Year.  Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial and start selling today at https://SHOPIFY.com/summoning  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Trump signs the National Defense Authorization Act for 2026. Danish intelligence officials accuse Russia of orchestrating cyberattacks against critical infrastructure.  LongNosedGoblin targets government institutions across Southeast Asia and Japan. A new Android botnet infects nearly two million devices. WatchGuard patches its Firebox firewalls. Amazon blocks more than 1,800 North Korean operatives from joining its workforce. CISA releases nine new Industrial Control Systems advisories. The U.S. Sentencing Commission seeks public input on deepfakes. Prosecutors indict 54 in a large-scale ATM jackpotting conspiracy. Our guest is Nitay Milner, CEO of Orion Security, discussing the issue with data leaking into AI tools, and how CISOs must prioritize DLP. Riot Games finds cheaters hiding in the BIOS. Remember to leave us a 5-star rating and review in your favorite podcast app. Miss an episode? Sign-up for our daily intelligence roundup, Daily Briefing, and you'll never miss a beat. And be sure to follow CyberWire Daily on LinkedIn. CyberWire Guest Nitay Milner, CEO of Orion Security, discusses the issue with data leaking into AI tools, and how CISOs must prioritize DLP. Selected Reading Trump signs defense bill allocating millions for Cyber Command, mandating Pentagon phone security (The Record) Denmark blames Russia for destructive cyberattack on water utility (Bleeping Computer) New China-linked hacker group spies on governments in Southeast Asia, Japan (The Record) 'Kimwolf' Android Botnet Ensnares 1.8 Million Devices (SecurityWeek) New critical WatchGuard Firebox firewall flaw exploited in attacks (Bleeping Computer) Amazon blocked 1,800 suspected DPRK job applicants (The Register) CISA Releases Nine Industrial Control Systems Advisories (CISA.gov) U.S. Sentencing Commission seeks input on criminal penalties for deepfakes (CyberScoop) US Charges 54 in Massive ATM Jackpotting Conspiracy (Infosecurity Magazine) Riot Games found a motherboard security flaw that helps PC cheaters (The Verge) Share your feedback. What do you think about CyberWire Daily? Please take a few minutes to share your thoughts with us by completing our brief listener survey. Thank you for helping us continue to improve our show. Want to hear your company in the show? N2K CyberWire helps you reach the industry's most influential leaders and operators, while building visibility, authority, and connectivity across the cybersecurity community. Learn more at sponsor.thecyberwire.com. The CyberWire is a production of N2K Networks, your source for strategic workforce intelligence. © N2K Networks, Inc. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ready for offseason League of Legends deep dives, spicy esports takes, and some unexpected gaming and sponsor stories? In this episode of Summoning Insight, Thorin and Nymaera break down the controversy around KeSPA Cup's paywalled and region-locked broadcast, debate subscription models in esports, and compare them to traditional sports like rugby and the Premier League. They also preview the Demacia Cup as the “real” offseason tournament, explain why LPL teams often field full rosters, and reminisce about legendary Chinese players and historic LAN circuits. If you love in-depth LoL discussion, LCK/LPL ecosystem talk, and old-school esports storytelling with rough edges, this episode delivers. Stick around to the end for future plans, more regional coverage beyond the EU, and what's coming next on Summoning Insight.Come join LFN hosts and fans for some fun competition in Mechabellum this holiday season! Play in our 2v2 tournament on December 20th to have a chance to win $500 in cash alongside in-game rewards. Use code “LastFreeNation” in Mechabellum to earn a special, holiday-themed in-game reward (available starting the 18th of December).Mechabellum on Steam: https://bit.ly/4oLm3Jg Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/SUMMONING and use code SUMMONING and get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup! Exclusive $35 off Carver Mat at https://on.auraframes.com/SUMMONING. Promo Code SUMMONING Head to https://Fabletics.com/SUMMONING and sign up as a VIP to get eighty percent off everything! Turn your expensive wireless present into a huge wireless savings future by switching to Mint Mobile! Shop Mint Unlimited Plans at https://MINTMOBILE.com/SUMMONING Raycon audio products are up to 20% off this holiday season! Go to https://buyraycon.com/LFNOPEN to save on Raycon audio products sitewide. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, we sit down with Riot Phroxzon, Lead Gameplay Designer at Riot Games, for a deep-dive into the future of League of Legends.We cover what Riot learned from the 2025 champion releases (Mel, Yunara, and Zaahen), why some designs missed the mark with players, and how those lessons are shaping champion philosophy going forward. Phroxzon breaks down Zaahen's kit design, community reaction to Mel, and whether Riot is satisfied with Yunara's long-term impact.The conversation then shifts to Summoner's Rift changes, including what worked, what didn't, and why Atakhan is being removed. We explore Riot's evolving vision for macro gameplay in 2026, including split pushing, objective control, and how the overall pace of the game is changing.We also tackle one of the most controversial topics in League right now: role balance. Why does Riot believe jungle is overtuned, why ADC and top lane are struggling, and how jungle lost its identity in 2025. Phroxzon explains Riot's internal data, the goals behind role quests, and what role balance will look like moving into 2026.Later in the episode, we discuss matchmaking and Solo Queue, including autofill philosophy, what it actually takes to climb, and how Riot plans to reduce time to get into games. We also touch on bringing back old items, Aegis of Valor, duo queue across ranks (excluding Korea), and what Riot learned from WASD movement testing.

On this week's episode of Power Pivots, Mannah Kallon details how his use of technology to gamify the classroom experience for his students ultimately led him to becoming a software engineer at Riot Games.Mannah discusses how defining himself from the onset enabled him to successfully navigate different spaces, and how his previous professional experiences instilled the confidence he needed to overcome imposter syndrome.Connect with Mannah: LinkedIn:⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/kenikall/Connect with us:LinkedIn⁠:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/power-pivots/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@powerpivots⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/power.pivots/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/PowerPivots ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠All Other Links: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/powerpivots⁠⁠Interested in careering coaching? Power Pivots Career Coaching Interest Form: ⁠⁠https://forms.gle/pkKx8rMhiAvZ9gSF9⁠⁠Purchase Power Pivots Career Discovery Course:⁠⁠https://whop.com/pp-career-discovery-course/⁠⁠

In this episode, Thorin welcomes Zaboutine as a temporary co-host to fill in while YamatoCannon is unable to appear on the show due to his coaching role with LoL Esports team Los Ratones. They dive into the philosophy behind Hot Take Point Made, discussing how intentionally extreme takes can be a “safe zone” for wild opinions that still have solid reasoning underneath, and how that style can bleed into every part of life once you get used to constantly escalating your takes. They also reflect on the volatility of community perception in esports—how analysts, coaches, and creators can be hailed as geniuses one day and written off the next—using Zaboutine's French community reception and Thorin's long history with TSM fans as prime examples.  Come join LFN hosts and fans for some fun competition in Mechabellum this holiday season! Play in our 2v2 tournament on December 20th to have a chance to win $500 in cash alongside in-game rewards. Use code “LastFreeNation” in Mechabellum to earn a special, holiday-themed in-game reward.Mechabellum on Steam: https://bit.ly/4oLm3Jg  Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial and start selling today at https://shopify.com/summoning  Exclusive $35 off Carver Mat at https://on.auraframes.com/SUMMONING. Promo Code SUMMONING (US, UK, and Canada only)  If you want to get ExpressVPN at its lowest price ever, plus four extra months of service, go to https://ExpressVPN.com/SUMMONING.  Raycon audio products are up to 20% off this holiday season! Go to https://buyraycon.com/LFNOPEN to save on Raycon audio products sitewide. Order by December 15th guarantee delivery by Christmas because great gifts shouldn't show up late!  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

MonteCristo returns to Summoning Insight for a one-off (for now) special episode with Thorin, and they go deep on Faker's legacy, Riot's format and branding decisions, and how modern esports narratives get everything backwards. This is a long-form, no-filter discussion aimed at hardcore League of Legends and esports fans.  Raycon audio products are up to 20% off this holiday season! Go to https://buyraycon.com/LFNOPEN to save on Raycon audio products sitewide. Order by December 15th guarantee delivery by Christmas, because great gifts shouldn't show up late.  Exclusive $35 off Carver Mat at https://on.auraframes.com/SUMMONING. Promo Code SUMMONING (US, UK, and Canada only)  Head to https://DRINKAG1.com/SUMMONING you'll get the welcome kit, a Morning Person hat, a bottle of Vitamin D3+K2, a AG1 Flavor Sampler and you'll get to try their new sleep supplement AGZ for free.  Turn your expensive wireless present into a huge wireless savings future by switching to Mint. Shop Mint Unlimited Plans at https://MINTMOBILE.com/SUMMONING  Take advantage of Ridge's Biggest Sale of the Year and GET UP TO 47% Off by going to https://www.Ridge.com/SI  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sure we've already talked a lot about Zaahen, seeing as how this entire season was a lead up to his release, but he's got a bio now! Zaahen is the first Darkin we've seen in a while, and we're thrilled to finally have another. Now...where the heck does he go? ------ WE HAVE MERCH!bit.ly/loreheadmerch Twitter! twitter.com/loreheads Discord! https://t.co/o21E0W4C8z?amp=1 Twitch! twitch.tv/loreheads Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/leagueofloreheads Song Title | Dragon Trainer TristanaArtist | League of LegendsCourtesy of Riot Games https://na.leagueoflegends.com/en-us/news/community/riot-music-creator-safe-guidelines/Image by Yuri_B from Pixabay - book with sparkles Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Joining us this week is developer of the beloved Runner series, Mike Roush of Choice Provisions! We revisit Mike's career through his days at Santa Cruz Games, then making his own games at the beginning of digital distribution for consoles and mobile, all the way to his more recent work with Riot Games on Hextech Mayhem: A League of Legends Story. Plus, we go deep into our shared love and memories of David Bowie

On a recent episode of Darren Hupke's podcast Pixels and Polygons (linked here), friend of the show Nic McConnell shared a "hot take" about video game patches. We'll let Nic share the nuances of his take in the show itself, but he was essentially expressing that he thought video games should not be patched as often as they are. We thought this was an intriguing idea worth unpacking even further—and one that was perhaps not quite as controversial as it was initially presented. What is gained and lost when players can no longer access the original version of a game? Do we miss the jank found in many retro games, that today can get ironed out as soon as its discovered? And what does this all mean for Kirby? Join us for a patch-perfect episode of Kirby Conversations all about patches, updates, and version histories.Questions or comments about the show? Feel free to reach out to us at mail@kirbyconversations.com.Kirby Conversations is part of the Sound Stone Podcast Network, a collective of independent podcasters covering video game history. We are a founding show alongside above mentioned Pixels and Polygons and Flashback 64, and we encourage you to check out those shows as well!Our guest Nic McConnell, when he isn't navigating the world of age ratings management at Riot Games, can be found streaming about video game manuals with his show Instruction Derby. Find it at https://www.twitch.tv/nicmcconnell or https://www.youtube.com/@NicolasMcConnell. Or find him on Bluesky at @mcconnell.bsky.social.Our opening music is by Megan Kelz and arranged by Duncan "PixelTea" Smith (https://duncansmith.carrd.co/).Join us online:Kirby ConversationsBluesky: @kirbyconversations.bsky.socialIG: @kirbyconversationsSound Stone NetworkBluesky: @soundstone.networkYoutube: www.youtube.com/@SoundStone-NetworkBridgetBluesky: @kabulaqueen.bsky.socialSean DouglassBluesky: @seandouglass.bsky.socialGigiCarrd linkKy "Captain Dangerous" ParkerIG: @captaindangerous Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We got fed some good lore this week. Thanks, Papa Riot! It looks like Riot might be taking some big leaps in how the lore might progress now. The ability to off champions for good can really open up a ton of drama and possibilities. So, we're pretty excited. Discussed: The Warning motion comic and Twilight's End cinematic. ---------- WE HAVE MERCH!bit.ly/loreheadmerch Twitter! twitter.com/loreheads Discord! https://t.co/o21E0W4C8z?amp=1 Twitch! twitch.tv/loreheads Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/leagueofloreheads Song Title | Dragon Trainer TristanaArtist | League of LegendsCourtesy of Riot Games https://na.leagueoflegends.com/en-us/news/community/riot-music-creator-safe-guidelines/Image by Yuri_B from Pixabay - book with sparkles Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

If you're a leader in game dev who feels stuck, there is a path forward that levels up your leadership and accelerates your team, game, and career. Sign up here to learn more: https://forms.gle/nqRTUvgFrtdYuCbr6 You can't just test quality into a game at the end. You have to build it in from the start. Ignoring your Quality Assurance team's full value is a fast way to lose millions. The state of game development is at a challenging inflection point, characterized by high-risk live service ambitions and a brain drain of senior talent. Host Ben Carcich sits down with Nathan Tiras, former Game Dev veteran (Riot Games, Singularity 6), to dissect this instability and dive deep into the discipline seen as an "entry-level" role: Quality Assurance (QA). Nathan, who worked his way from a QA Analyst at Riot to the Director of QA and Live Service at Singularity 6 (makers of Palia), argues that QA is not just "testing" but a critical quality function that represents the voice of the player. This deep-dive explores how leaders must move beyond the "QA as tester" stereotype to unlock the massive subjective value and risk-prevention only highly skilled, respected QA professionals can provide. What You'll Learn in this Episode: What "quality" really means in 2025, and why the best QA teams shape player experience How bringing QA in at pre-production saves time, money, and your launch day sanity Why bug counts don't define QA's worth The human edge of judgment, creativity, and tribal knowledge that no tool can replicate How great leaders build quality teams that protect business continuity and deliver real returns Learn more about Nathan: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathan-tiras-he-him-8a45754/ Company: https://www.whatnot.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nathantiras/?hl=en Board Game Geek: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgamedesigner/95100/nathan-tiras Check his other YouTube appearances: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E2mmERgh19c https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xyt3bnBgNqk Connect with us:

Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠Join The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: ⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠Analytic Dreamz dives deep into Twilight's End, the explosive 2025 Season 3 cinematic for League of Legends, in this Notorious Mass Effect segment. Breaking down every frame, Analytic Dreamz analyzes the lore implications, champion reveals, visual storytelling, and cinematic techniques that define Riot Games' latest masterpiece. From Demacia's fate to shadowy new threats, explore how this trailer sets the stage for LoL's evolving narrative. Perfect for summoners seeking expert reactions, gameplay predictions, and meta shifts. Analytic Dreamz delivers unfiltered insights on Riot's animation, music, and world-building. Subscribe for more League of Legends breakdowns. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Worlds 2025 is reaching its peak, and Power Spike is here with ALL the drama, analysis, and biggest moments from the Playoffs!  IWDominate, dGon, and Jamada dive into every playoff matchup, discussing KT's unlikely victory over GenG, G2 coming up short against a vulnerable TES, and much more. We then take a look at the Worlds Final matchup. Who will come out on top: Faker and T1 or Bdd and KT?  We also discuss the confirmed changes coming to LoL esports in 2026, including updates to First Stand, the LCS and LCK, and the locations for Worlds 2026 in North America. We also share our thoughts on some of the juiciest League of Legends rumors, including Inspired potentially going to Lyon Gaming, Trymbi heading to BDS, and a surprising change that could shake up the LPL.  Visit https://www.Kalshi.com and use promo code LFN. Make your first $100 worth of trades and you'll automatically receive a $10 bonus!  Raycon's going big for Black Friday and Cyber Monday — everything's up to 30% off! Just go to https://buyraycon.com/powerspike to save on Raycon audio products sitewide.  Mint Mobile now sponsors Power Spike! New customers can get a 3-month unlimited wireless plan for just $15 a month (US only) at https://www.mintmobile.com/powerspike. Upfront payment of $45 required (equivalent to $15/mo.). Limited time new customer offer for first 3 months only. Speeds may slow above 35GB on Unlimited plan. Taxes & fees extra. See MINT MOBILE for details.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Send us a textIn this conversation, Nicole Dove shares her unique journey into the cybersecurity field, highlighting her transition from a finance and audit background to becoming a leader in information security at Riot Games. She discusses the importance of continuous learning, the challenges of writing a book on cybersecurity, and the evolving role of Business Information Security Officers (BISOs) in aligning security with business goals. Nicole emphasizes the need for innovative problem-solving and relationship management in cybersecurity, while also reflecting on her personal routines for maintaining sharpness in her role.

In deze aflevering van Side Quest duiken we in de wereld van Pokémon Legends: Z-A, Sjaak vertelt waarom de game hem positief verrast. Daarnaast onthult hij zijn winnende tactiek in Battlefield 6. Nick is begonnen met Riftbound, de nieuwe TCG van Riot Games, terwijl Juliën zich stort in Springfield tijdens de Fortnite Simpsons update en uitlegt waarom je de film Bugonia zeker niet mag missen in de bioscoop. Tom vertelt ons alles over de Fortnite taferelen in FC 26, en natuurlijk is er nog veel meer om te ontdekken in deze aflevering.Daarnaast maken we sinds dit jaar extra content voor onze luisteraars en kijkers via Patreon. Naast extra content kun je ook iedere maand een game winnen en meedoen met andere exclusieve prijsvragen. Lees hier verder alles wat je moet weten over de Patreon.Onze Podcast wordt gesponsord door Pathé Thuis! Pathé Thuis is een streamingdienst met de allernieuwste films, die soms net uit de bioscoop zijn, die je zonder abonnement kunt kijken. Bij Pathé Thuis zijn er bijna 5000 films beschikbaar en je hebt zelf de keuze om een film te huren of te kopen. Geen abonnement, dus je betaalt per film!Hoofdstukken:(00:00:00) - Intro(00:01:26) - Sjaak zijn avonturen in Japan(00:13:00) - Juliën zijn vrije week(00:15:30) - Tom onthult zijn Halloween outfit(00:22:13) - Nick is in de ban van Riftbound(00:33:05) - Pokémon Legends: Z-A is innoverend(00:40:21) - Sjaak zijn tactiek in Battlefield 6(00:53:50) - Is Arc Raiders de next big thing?(00:57:48) - Op bezoek in Azië in Crusader Kings 3 (01:00:50) - Het einde van Hades II valt tegen(01:02:30) - Hollow Knight: Silksong moet nog uitgespeeld worden(01:05:18) - Zin in Fallout 76(01:06:38) - De Fortnite Simpsons update bevalt goed(01:18:06) - Juliën zijn verzamelwoede in Digimon Story: Time Strange(01:29:00) - Voorbereiding One Piece Regionals(01:31:35) - Fortnite taferelen in FC 26(01:36:30) - De Quiz (01:43:11) - One Piece gaat dieper in de lore(01:46:48) - HunterxHunter is een aanrader(01:48:00) - The Chair Company(01:51:47) - Godzilla zijn fortnite emotes(01:52:30) - Metal Gear Solid in Escape from L.A. (01:53:40) - The Golden Spurtle is een geweldige documentaire(01:55:00) - Mastermind viel tegen(01:56:00) - Bugonia is de bioscooptip(01:58:34) - Een nieuwe Digimon anime(02:00:40) - Elio bevalt beter dan verwacht(02:06:01) - Sjaak over Dandadan(02:10:00) - Weapons is een aanrader(02:12:44) - Wat gaan wij dit weekend doen?(02:17:15) - Outro

Listen, I know I didn't add creepy music. I know. I'm sorry. It's just, we kept stopping to get the giggles and comment on things, and it just didn't fit the vibe. Anyway, this was fantastic, and I wanna do it again.Stories read: I Don't Want to Receive Honor Anymore, Don't Play Shaco, League of Legends Patch 6.66 --------- WE HAVE MERCH!bit.ly/loreheadmerch Twitter! twitter.com/loreheads Discord! https://t.co/o21E0W4C8z?amp=1 Twitch! twitch.tv/loreheads Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/leagueofloreheads Song Title | Dragon Trainer TristanaArtist | League of LegendsCourtesy of Riot Games https://na.leagueoflegends.com/en-us/news/community/riot-music-creator-safe-guidelines/Image by Yuri_B from Pixabay - book with sparkles Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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This week, Zak and Aaron are delighted to present a conversation with Chris Knight, a 2D artist based in Austin, TX. Chris was kind enough to share some insights from his career, some funny (and not-so-funny) stories, and his frank opinion on what it takes to succeed in the games industry – especially in an incredibly crowded field.Please, enjoy.Check Out Chris' ArtStation!Take a Look at PolyCarp!Have a Gander at Good Knight Art!Listen to Beach Girl on SpotifyCheck out MosscatMarket on EtsyCheck out even more MosscatMarket on Instagram

¡Vótame en los Premios iVoox 2025! Esportmaníacos 2400: En el programa de hoy hemos tenido un debate largo y tendido sobre las plazas de la LEC en el cuál se han imcorporado Cabramaravilla y Fernando Cardenete. ¿Está devaluando Riot Games sus propias plazas para recuperarlas? Os lo comentamos todo. APÓYANOS AQUÍ https://www.patreon.com/Esportmaniacos https://www.twitch.tv/esportmaniacos 🔁Nuestras redes🔁 https://twitter.com/Esportmaniacos https://www.tiktok.com/@esportmaniacos 💙Referido de AMAZON: https://amzn.to/36cVx3g 00:00:00 - Intro 00:11:45 - Copa Emotes 00:21:20 - Noticias rápidas 00:33:00 - ¿Academias contra main teams en LEC? 00:53:53 - Aquí empieza el debate de las plazas y se descontrola todo

Well here it is, the rest of Star Guardian Season 4. Way more people, and somehow, way less emotional impact. We had a strange time with a lot of fun villains and no time to play. Not to mention the just sheer amount of Star Guardians we have working together here. It's hard to get attached, but we're trying to anyway. --------- WE HAVE MERCH!bit.ly/loreheadmerch Twitter! twitter.com/loreheads Discord! https://t.co/o21E0W4C8z?amp=1 Twitch! twitch.tv/loreheads Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/leagueofloreheads Song Title | Dragon Trainer TristanaArtist | League of LegendsCourtesy of Riot Games https://na.leagueoflegends.com/en-us/news/community/riot-music-creator-safe-guidelines/Image by Yuri_B from Pixabay - book with sparkles  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

O Podcast Canaltech desembarcou na BGS 2025 para mostrar como a indústria dos games está evoluindo além da tecnologia.Durante o evento, Diego Corumba conversou com Rafael Queiroz, general manager da Team Liquid no Brasil, e Diego Martinez, head de publicação de produtos para as Américas na Riot Games. Eles falaram sobre o poder da comunidade gamer, o crescimento dos eSports e como o universo de League of Legends: Wild Rift vem se conectando cada vez mais à cultura brasileira, com iniciativas como o Carnawild. O episódio mostra que o futuro dos games está nas pessoas e na forma como tecnologia e cultura se encontram para criar experiências únicas. Você também vai conferir: Google leva a criação de vídeos com IA a um novo nível com o Veo 3.1, Honor surpreende com celular que tem braço robótico na câmera, ponto fraco no campo magnético da Terra preocupa cientistas, Realme lança celular com design modular que você pode personalizar e perdeu o acesso ao Gmail? Agora seus amigos podem te ajudar. Este podcast foi roteirizado e apresentado por Fernanda Santos e contou com reportagens de Viviane França, Vinicius Moschen, Nathan Vieira, sob coordenação de Anaísa Catucci. A trilha sonora é de Guilherme Zomer, a edição de Jully Cruz e a arte da capa é de Erick Teixeira.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aaaaaand we're back on the Star Guardians. This time, the season was so huge, we had to break it up into two parts. It's definitely not because we accidentally got confused on who was supposed to read/take notes on what. We would never do that. Okay, well, John would never do that, anyway. So here's Xayah saving her boy! ---------- WE HAVE MERCH!bit.ly/loreheadmerch Twitter! twitter.com/loreheads Discord! https://t.co/o21E0W4C8z?amp=1 Twitch! twitch.tv/loreheads Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/leagueofloreheads Song Title | Dragon Trainer TristanaArtist | League of LegendsCourtesy of Riot Games https://na.leagueoflegends.com/en-us/news/community/riot-music-creator-safe-guidelines/Image by Yuri_B from Pixabay - book with sparkles Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this explosive episode of The Four Horsemen, we dive deep into the biggest controversies shaking up the League of Legends esports scene. RichsWrath joins to discuss Bwipo's suspension and removal from the Worlds music video, Riot Games' questionable decision-making, and the disastrous rebrand of the LCS.  Follow our link and use code HORSEMEN to unlock 10% off your purchase at Manta Sleep! https://tinyurl.com/mtjk9dsj  Upgrade your wallet today! Get 10% off Ridge at https://Ridge.com by using code HORSEMAN at checkout  Protect your online privacy TODAY by visiting https://ExpressVPN.com/horsemen and you can get up to four extra months FREE.  Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with Mando and get 20% off + free shipping with promo code HORSEMEN at shopmando.com!  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We're back for a jam-packed Rapid Fire episode that throws you across the entire genre map! This week, we're lacing up our spiritual boots to tackle the wildest paranormal threats in anime and cinema. First, we dive into the chaotic comedy and action of Dandadan. Then, we descend into the impossible, with Tanjiro and the Hashira as they face the highest-ranking Upper Moon demons in Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle. Next, the zombie apocalypse gets a superhero twist as we discuss the alternate-universe cannibalism and horror of Marvel Zombies. We take a moody, romantic detour to talk about the ancient, intellectual vampires of Only Lovers Left Alive. Finally, we return to the supernatural horrors of the Warrens in their supposed final investigation, The Conjuring: Last Rites, before taking a fond, final bow with the Crawley family in the emotional period drama Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale. We also take some time to give our thoughts on Alien:Earth and the results of the recent Emmy Awards. Want more How Was It? I in your life?Email us your show ideas, burning questions, comments, recommendations, and anything else at SHWIPodcast@gmail.com.Follow us on Twitter/X : @HowWas_ItJoin the conversation on Threads: @HowWasItPodcastFollow us on Bluesky: @Shwip.bsky.socialSong title: Swing Artists: League of Legends Music- Nitzan Gribetz Courtesy of Riot Games: https://www.leagueoflegends.com/en-us/news/community/riot-music-creator-safe-guidelines/

With innovative controls, a unique claymation aesthetic, an outstanding soundtrack, and a surprising mix of charm and challenge, 2015's Kirby and the Rainbow Curse still offers so much to enjoy ten years later. So why is it one of Kirby's most polarizing games? Canvas Curse fan Nic McConnell returns to Kirby Conversations to discuss the game, which he and Sean have been playing for the first time. And Gigi, already familiar with the game, is here to offer her takes as well. They also reflect on the general experience of playing the Wii U again in 2025, look up director Kazushige Masuda on Facebook, and consider the game's unusual connections with...Donkey Kong Bananza? Questions or comments about the show? Feel free to reach out to us at mail@kirbyconversations.com.Kirby Conversations is part of the Sound Stone Podcast Network, a collective of independent podcasters covering video game history. We are a founding show alongside Pixels and Polygons and Flashback 64, and we encourage you to check out those shows as well!You can also find select episodes for this podcast and others from our network on our new YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/@SoundStone-Network. (This is still a new endeavor, and we'll be adding more video versions of our shows in time.)Our guest Nic McConnell, when he isn't navigating the world of age ratings management at Riot Games, can be found streaming about video game manuals with his show Instruction Derby. Find it at https://www.twitch.tv/nicmcconnell or https://www.youtube.com/@NicolasMcConnell. Or find him on Bluesky at @mcconnell.bsky.social.Our opening music is by Megan Kelz (https://diamondthorns.bandcamp.com) and arranged by Duncan "PixelTea" Smith (https://duncansmith.carrd.co/).Join us online:Kirby ConversationsBluesky: @kirbyconversations.bsky.socialIG: @kirbyconversationsSound StoneBluesky: @soundstone.networkBridgetBluesky: @kabulaqueen.bsky.socialSean DouglassBluesky: @seandouglass.bsky.socialKy "Captain Dangerous" ParkerIG: @captaindangerousGigiCarrd link Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's time for another Rapid Reaction! This week, we're lacing up and tackling the Horror/Sports Drama film HIM ! It's a bizarre mashup that has sparked debate and left audiences rattled. Did this film score a touchdown with the horror and drama, or completely fumble? Tune in for our take!Want more How Was It? I in your life?Email us your show ideas, burning questions, comments, recommendations, and anything else at SHWIPodcast@gmail.com.Follow us on Twitter/X : @HowWas_ItJoin the conversation on Threads: @HowWasItPodcastFollow us on Bluesky: @Shwip.bsky.socialSong title: Swing Artists: League of Legends Music- Nitzan Gribetz Courtesy of Riot Games: https://www.leagueoflegends.com/en-us/news/community/riot-music-creator-safe-guidelines/

I'M SORRY ABOUT THE AUDIO. I don't know what happened. Will hopefully have fixed by next weekWe got some more new lore and boy did we need some. Another beautiful motion comic to continue Xin Zhao's story, and we learned some TRUTH about Yunara. There were also a lot of dirty jokes and ridiculous skin ideas. ----------- WE HAVE MERCH!bit.ly/loreheadmerch Twitter! twitter.com/loreheads Discord! https://t.co/o21E0W4C8z?amp=1 Twitch! twitch.tv/loreheads Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/leagueofloreheads Song Title | Dragon Trainer TristanaArtist | League of LegendsCourtesy of Riot Games https://na.leagueoflegends.com/en-us/news/community/riot-music-creator-safe-guidelines/Image by Yuri_B from Pixabay - book with sparkles  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

There are a lot of possibilities in League lore, and today we wanted to explore how some of these fights could pan out. What happens to Lissandra if Sejuani takes over? Can Darius handle Volibear? Can Miss Fortune redeem herself after The Rise of the Sentinels? (can anyone?) All this and more! ---------- WE HAVE MERCH!bit.ly/loreheadmerch Twitter! twitter.com/loreheads Discord! https://t.co/o21E0W4C8z?amp=1 Twitch! twitch.tv/loreheads Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/leagueofloreheads Song Title | Dragon Trainer TristanaArtist | League of LegendsCourtesy of Riot Games https://na.leagueoflegends.com/en-us/news/community/riot-music-creator-safe-guidelines/Image by Yuri_B from Pixabay - book with sparkles Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Lo muchachos carreando sin Ramon pero felices jugando 2XKO, el nuevo fighting game de Riot Games situado en el mismo universo de League of Legends. Nintendo hizo un Direct larguisimo y los muchachos dan sus opiniones ante todo lo anunciado. Se ta' jugando! 

Send us a textIn Episode 201 of the Spectator Mode Podcast, the crew dives into another packed week of gaming talk. Things kick off with a discussion about what everyone's been playing and watching before shifting into deeper topics. The team debates whether Cronos: The New Dawn has what it takes to succeed, why handheld PCs still weigh more than the Switch 2, and if PC gaming should adopt baseline hardware requirements instead of the usual minimum/recommended spec lists.The conversation heats up when news breaks that EVO has been sold to Saudi interests, raising questions about the future of the fighting game community. From there, the hosts share glowing impressions of the Marvel Tokon Fighting Souls beta and a more lukewarm response to Riot Games' 2XKO.Wrapping things up, the panel reacts to the September 2025 Nintendo Direct, breaking down the biggest reveals and what it means heading into the holiday season.#marveltokonfightingsouls  #nintendodirect #cronosthenewdawn #handheldgamingpc #handheldpcgaming #evo2025 #evo #riotgames #2xko #videogames #gamingpodcastTimestamps:00:00 – Intro01:16 – Games Played & Stuff Watched26:16 – Cronos: The New Dawn concerns31:01 – Why handheld PCs weigh more than Switch 236:31 – Should PC Gaming have baseline specs?50:48 – EVO sold to the Saudis1:01:24 – Marvel Tokon Fighting Souls beta impressions1:06:26 – Riot Games 2XKO thoughts1:22:12 – September 2025 Nintendo Direct reactions1:41:36 – OutroSupport the showYou can find the Spectator Mode podcast on the following podcast platforms. Please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcast, as it will go a long watch in more people discovering us. Thank you! Apple Podcasts YouTube Spotify Amazon Music

Get ready for another jam-packed episode of Power Spike! This week, we dive deep into the shocking LCK playoffs upsets, drama around Riot's league branding changes, and what it all means for Worlds 2025. If you're an esports fan, LCK enthusiast, or just love spicy competitive League analysis, you won't want to miss this.  Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/POWERSPIKE and use code POWERSPIKE and get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup!  DripDrop is doctor-developed, proven fast hydration. Right now, DripDrop is offering our fans 20% off your first order. Go to https://www.dripdrop.com and use promo code LFN.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We're back with another installment of Rapid Reactions! We both checked out a film that we think is worthy of your time. Join us as we give our thoughts on the two movies that deserve your attention: The Roses and Caught Stealing. Tune in and go check them out!Want more How Was It? I in your life?Email us your show ideas, burning questions, comments, recommendations, and anything else at SHWIPodcast@gmail.com.Follow us on Twitter/X : @HowWas_ItJoin the conversation on Threads: @HowWasItPodcastFollow us on Bluesky: @Shwip.bsky.socialSong title: Swing Artists: League of Legends Music- Nitzan Gribetz Courtesy of Riot Games: https://www.leagueoflegends.com/en-us/news/community/riot-music-creator-safe-guidelines/

Wait, isn't that the character from Arcane?Still completely oblivious to League of Legends outside his love for the animated show, Tom (and his pal Chris) must engage with another spin-off property, this time thanks to the Xbox Game Pass "Surprise Me" button. For this episode, the team will be investigating the digital collectible card dame developed and published by Riot Games. This game has been around for years, but thanks to its genre, it has sailed completely under the radar of our hosts. But there in lies both of the bane and the beauty of random game selection, nothing is off the table... even when that table is digital. As per usual, our hosts will play for a full hour and then report back on whether or not it's worth your precious time. Will their inherent bias (against card games) leave this destined for deletion or will some newfound appreciation (for the art and lore) grant this particular title a fair shot at a stable spot in play rotation? We've heard that... sometimes taking a leap forward means leaving a few things behind.What do you think? Let us know!Hit us up on Twitter at https://twitter.com/tc1h1dOr on Threads at https://www.threads.net/@tc1h1dDrop us an email at tc.1h1d(at)outlook[dot]comFollow us on Goodpods @1h1dCheck out our fancy site: https://quitthebuild.com/1h1dWatch the video: https://bit.ly/1H1DYTThanks for taking this ride with us :-)

In this episode of The Tech Leader's Playbook, Avetis Antaplyan sits down with Andrew McVeigh, veteran technology leader and Chief Architect, whose career spans transformations at Hulu, Riot Games, and beyond. Andrew has navigated multi-billion-dollar shifts across industries from finance to gaming and healthcare, leaving behind architectures that still power companies today.The conversation dives deep into some of the most pressing questions in modern tech leadership: What matters most—EQ, IQ, or AI? Should organizations rebuild systems from scratch or evolve incrementally? Andrew shares candid stories, including lessons from Riot Games, the pitfalls of full rewrites, and the importance of balancing optimism with realism.Listeners will gain insight into how domain expertise and generalist skills complement one another, why EQ becomes more critical than IQ at senior levels, and how AI is reshaping engineering work without eliminating the need for human craft. Andrew also reflects on personal resilience, leadership missteps (like literally flipping a table), and the value of building systems and cultures that endure. This episode offers a rare inside look into decades of architectural wisdom and leadership lessons applicable to anyone guiding teams through complexity and changeTakeawaysEQ often outweighs IQ at senior leadership levels when managing large teams.Losing emotional control may feel satisfying in the moment but erodes long-term trust and outcomes.Generalists and specialists both play vital roles—large-scale architecture requires a mix of both.Domain expertise is valuable but shouldn't be an absolute barrier to hiring strong engineers.Successful engineers learn to work at the level of intention rather than just tasks.Psychological safety fuels better performance and innovation in teams.AI augments, not replaces—engineers must learn to collaborate with it effectively.Craft and fundamentals (e.g., programming) remain essential even as AI automates repetitive work.The Pareto principle (80/20) applies broadly—focus on high-leverage outcomes, not perfection.Full rewrites often fail; incremental evolution with a defined “North Star” strategy is safer.Optimism in leadership can shift cultures and reframe challenges as opportunities.Balancing results with humanity ensures people want to work with you again.Chapters00:00 Intro: EQ, IQ, or AI?01:15 Guest Introduction: Andrew McVeigh's career at Hulu, Riot Games, and more02:30 Industry Crossovers: From finance to gaming to healthcare04:10 Specialists vs. Generalists in large-scale systems05:20 The rising importance of EQ in leadership07:10 Riot Games culture and the “must be a gamer” debate11:20 What makes great engineers stand out13:40 Leadership, personal resilience, and the humanity factor17:50 How AI reshapes engineering work22:30 Applying the Pareto principle in tech leadership24:50 The rewrite dilemma: Start over or evolve?31:20 Preserving value while modernizing legacy systems36:10 Final thoughts: EQ, IQ, or AI? Andrew's choice37:30 Book recommendations and sources of inspiration38:40 Closing advice: Attitude, optimism, and ownership39:45 Outro and how to connect with AndrewAndrew McVeigh's Social Media Links:https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewmcveigh/Andrew McVeigh's Website:https://www.suvoda.com/Resources and Links:https://www.hireclout.comhttps://www.podcast.hireclout.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/hirefasthireright

We're waiting on a lot of lore right now, so we decided to do something a little light and fun this week. We decided to answer the questions loreheads really want to know: Which champion is the cuddliest? Who would we never want to fight? Best Roommate? And more, of course. None of us are sober so. Brace yourselves. ------------- WE HAVE MERCH!bit.ly/loreheadmerch Twitter! twitter.com/loreheads Discord! https://t.co/o21E0W4C8z?amp=1 Twitch! twitch.tv/loreheads Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/leagueofloreheads Song Title | Dragon Trainer TristanaArtist | League of LegendsCourtesy of Riot Games https://na.leagueoflegends.com/en-us/news/community/riot-music-creator-safe-guidelines/Image by Yuri_B from Pixabay - book with sparkles

In this Geek Freaks episode, we celebrate Spiderman Day by discussing the live-action Spider-Man films, Tom Holland's new suit, and the ongoing shoot in Glasgow. The conversation then shifts to the future of the Hulk storyline in the MCU, speculation on God of War and Wolfenstein TV adaptations, and the potential for a Star Trek “Year One” series. We dive into the legality of fan art after recent Pokémon TCG drama, and our hosts share their picks for the best movies, games, comics, and TV shows so far in 2025. Tune in for an engaging discussion that blends nostalgia with fresh perspectives, complete with listener recommendations and a sneak preview of what's coming next. Timestamped Topics Time Topic 00:00:00–00:00:21 Introduction: Celebrating Spiderman Day and upcoming topics 00:01:37–00:02:44 Live-action Spider-Man rankings; Tobey Maguire vs. Tom Holland vs. Andrew Garfield 00:04:45–00:07:31 Behind the scenes of Spider-Man filming: New suit, Tony Stark tech, and potential nostalgic callbacks 00:07:31–00:12:17 Hulk's role in the upcoming Spider-Man film and possible MCU storylines 00:15:17–00:19:09 Amazon's God of War adaptation: Norse mythology focus and game-to-TV transition 00:21:37–00:22:23 Wolfenstein TV series speculation and Amazon's track record after Fallout 00:23:32–00:31:07 Star Trek “Year One” concept and the future of Strange New Worlds 00:31:07–00:39:28 Mid-show break: Listener poll results, favorite live-action Spidey, and comic conventions 00:41:00–00:51:20 Best of 2025 so far: Movies, animated movies, video games, and comics 00:55:02–01:04:47 Legality of fan art: Pokémon TCG controversy and a deeper discussion on copyright 01:04:47–01:13:42 Recommendations: Hello Kitty's “My Melody and Kuromi” series and the wholesome Dropout show “Game Changer” 01:13:42–end Wrap up: Thanking listeners, inviting questions, and previewing the next episode   Key Takeaways Live-Action Spider-Man Debate: Tobey Maguire remains a nostalgic favorite, but the hosts note that Tom Holland's portrayal captures the youthful energy of the comics. Andrew Garfield's films still deserve a watch for a fresh perspective. Spider-Man Day Preview: Filming for the new movie is underway in Glasgow and Pinewood Studios. The new suit seen in set photos may just be an early version; expect a Stark Tech upgrade later on. Hulk in the MCU: The show explores theories about bringing a “classic Hulk” back. If Bruce Banner loses control, it could set up a “Hulk vs. Punisher” scenario in the next Spider-Man film. God of War Adaptation: Amazon's series is confirmed to draw on the 2018 Norse storyline. The hosts hope to see Kratos' Greek mythology past referenced through flashbacks and deeper character development. Wolfenstein & Fallout Success: Wolfenstein could take a campy, bullet-heavy approach similar to Amazon's Fallout. The show creators hope Amazon will continue its good run of game adaptations. Star Trek Year One: A “year one” approach could explore how the Enterprise crew originally formed. The hosts support revisiting nostalgia without rehashing the original 1960s series, as long as the focus remains on character building. Fan Art and Copyright: After a Pokémon TCG card was accused of copying fan art, the discussion highlights how fan art technically violates copyright and can't be claimed if used without permission. Nintendo and Disney have strict policies, while Blizzard and Riot Games encourage fan creations. Best of 2025 (so far): The hosts rave about “Deadpool & Wolverine” and “Sinners” as standout films, with special love for “K-Pop Demon Hunters” and “Leo.” Games like “Death Stranding 2” and “Oblivion Remastered” shine, and comics such as “Sandman,” “Thing,” and “Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow” capture the imagination. Wholesome Recommendations: From the adorable stop-motion Netflix series “My Melody & Kuromi” to the heartwarming “Game Changer” episode awarding $100,000, the show encourages viewers to find comfort in small joys. Quotes “It's hard not to pick Tobey Maguire, but Tom Holland plays the outnumbered kid that's right off the page.” – Frank “I always wanted a smart Hulk—but not a Hulk who refuses to smash.” – Squeaks “Amazon's adaptations are killing it. Between Fallout and what's in store for God of War, I think fans have a lot to look forward to.” – Frank “If we see Hulk, Punisher, and Spider-Man all fighting in the same film, something has to be out of control.” – Squeaks “Fandoms are passionate, but remember that fan art is technically derivative. It falls into a grey area unless the rights holder chooses to pursue it.” – Frank Call to Action Love what you hear? Subscribe to Geek Freaks on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast app so you never miss an episode. Share this episode with friends and leave us a review—it really helps more listeners discover the show. Use the hashtag #GeekFreaksPodcast on social media to join our community conversation and share your thoughts on this episode! Links and Resources All Geek Freaks news source: GeekFreaksPodcast.com – Your hub for episode notes, news articles, and upcoming events. Featured Shows & Games: Game Changer on Dropout – Catch the “Who Wants to Be…” episode My Melody & Kuromi on Netflix – Wholesome family viewing Death Stranding 2 by Kojima Productions – Our Game of the Year pick Sinners (film) – Directed by Ryan Coogler; an inspired mid-year hit Follow Us Join us online! Follow the Geek Freaks team on social media: Twitter/Threads: @GeekFreaksPod Instagram: @GeekFreaksPodcast TikTok: @GeekFreaksPodcast – For clips and behind-the-scenes fun Facebook: Geek Freaks Podcast Listener Questions Got a question or topic you'd like us to discuss on a future episode? We want to hear from you! Send your questions to mail@geekfreakspodcast.com or message us on social media with #GeekFreaksQ. We might read your question on the next show! 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