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Game/Life Balance U.S.
by Cody Gough and Jonathan Martin
How do you save the world from space aliens while learning how to change a diaper? Join childhood frienemies Cody Gough and Jonathan Martin as they try to answer that question — while relentlessly trolling each other. This is a lifestyle podcast hosted by adult gamers trying to juggle hobbies with the increasing demands of the "real world." Follow the show to catch up on what they've been up to every once in a while, whether it's revisiting their SNES favorites to see if they hold up or debating the best way to train for a 5K. And if you like what you hear, then please rate the show 5 stars!
Episodes
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Steam Deck Review and Halloween Christmas Special
Jon reviews his new Steam Deck in our 2022 holiday special! …but probably not the holiday you’re thinking of. Plus: Cody lost his expensive headphones but WON a brand-new gaming PC, and he and Jon discuss whether it should become part of a new VR rig. They also recount their recent experience at…
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Alcoholic Mountain Dew and Cosmopolitan Bottle Service
Cody reviews alcoholic Mountain Dew and Jon recaps his Allegiant Stadium and Cosmopolitan bottle service experiences. They also discuss disgusting malt beverages, $1,500 bottles of vodka, and Las Vegas vibes. Plus: Cody went to another symphonic performance of Distant World: Music from Final...
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House-Destroying Kids and an Assassin’s Creed Origins Review
Jon helps Cody talk through his home gaming setup and explains how kids destroy houses. Plus: Jon’s basement cricket and escape artist dog; a FULL GAMER review of Assassin's Creed Origins; a debate about movies that are more than 3 hours long; and trading time for loot in “sit back” versus “lean...
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Gaming Around Kids and Hades Revisited
Hear how Hades holds up in 2022 and how Cody and Jon handle gaming around their kids. In their first episode from a 3-year hiatus, you'll also hear about where they've been, why they're back, and whether a sound effects soundboard can make the show even worse than it already was in the first…
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Cody and Jon improvise comedy for an hour: Game/Life Balance U.S. Podcast Ep. 028
Look, let’s just call this episode like it is: Cody and Jon don’t really have anything significant to talk about, so they just improvise comedy for a while. Listen to this episode, but expect hilarity in lieu of actual content! Show Notes: * Jon brings up Harambe McHarambeface, and Cody crushes…
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Kentucky Route Zero Review: Game/Life Balance U.S. Podcast Ep. 027
Jon gives a glowing Kentucky Route Zero review and tries to help Cody understand how it’s like Twin Peaks. If you don’t know what to do in the gym or you’ve never stepped foot in one before, it can seem like a pretty scary place. What are all the machines for? How do I do use them? Is everyone...
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Travel tips and stories from Las Vegas and Spain: Game/Life Balance U.S. Podcast Ep. 026
Jon returns from Las Vegas (one of his favorite travel destinations) and Cody returns from two weeks in Spain with some travel tips for listeners. Show Notes: * Jon explains what happened last week when his power went out, which abruptly ended last week’s episode * Cody and Jon discuss Jon’s…
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Fantasy writing and board games of Gen Con 2016: Game/Life Balance U.S. Podcast Ep. 025
Cody and Jon discuss the fantasy writing workshops, board games, and other geek culture they experienced at the world’s largest gaming convention: Gen Con 2016! Show Notes: * Jon and Cody discuss sharing a hotel room with 12 adult dudes, and how whiskey pouring can complicate sleep sometimes *…
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Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn review and MMORPG history: Game/Life Balance U.S. Podcast Ep. 024
Cody bit the bullet and started playing Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn, his first massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG). He and Jon welcome special guest and FFXIV fanatic Brad to talk about the game, MMOs, and more. Show Notes: * Jon tries to trick Brad, this episode’s…
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Live from Podcast Movement 2016 with Signl.fm: Game/Life Balance U.S. Special Episode
In this special bite-sized podcast, Cody sits down with Kim Hansen of Signl.fm to discuss her podcasting platform and share some fun stories from her background in the video game industry. Show Notes: * Cody thanks Buzzsprout for letting him use their equipment at Podcast Movement 2016 * Cody...
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Independence Day Weekend 2016 with Guns N’ Roses: Game/Life Balance U.S. Podcast Ep. 023
Jon and Cody discuss their Independence Day weekend, complete with illegal fireworks displays, The Book of Mormon, and the Guns N’ Roses “Not in This Lifetime…” tour. Plus, hear about a bizarre Anime called Belladonna of Sadness and a check-in with Summer Games Done Quick 2016. Show Notes: *...
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Mighty No. 9 Launch, Kickstarter Fails, and Booking Air Travel: Game/Life Balance U.S. Podcast Ep. 022
Jon and Cody discuss the epic tale of the Mighty No. 9 launch, plus other Kickstarter projects they’ve backed in the past. Then, Cody launches into a tangent about the Tremors movie series, Jon talks about Father’s Day, and Cody shares some tips and tricks for booking international travel online....
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Martin-Con 2016 board game reviews: Game/Life Balance U.S. Podcast Ep. 021
Cody and Jon played a ton of board games at “Martin-Con” 2016 in Minneapolis, and they have a lot to say about them! Hear them delve into several board game reviews, then review X-Men: Apocalypse and talk a little Jessica Jones on Netflix. Show Notes: * Cody and Jon explain the legacy of...
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Jon’s first 5k and parenting scares: Game/Life Balance U.S. Podcast Ep. 020
Jon bares his soul in this riveting episode, featuring his first 5k (did an injury hold him back, or did he run through the burn?) and a terrifying story of parenting that a lot of parents should be able to relate to. Show Notes: * Life Stuff * Jon ran his first 5k—or did he? Hear his exciting…
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Why people hate the new Ghostbusters: Game/Life Balance U.S. Podcast Ep. 019
Why is there so much hate surrounding the new Ghostbusters movie, despite the fact that only one trailer has been released? Jon discusses the dark psychology of the Internet, and Cody plays devil’s advocate when it comes to maintaining the integrity of storied franchises. It’s a back-and-forth...
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Video game commitment anxiety, gardening, and Budweiser’s “America”: Game/Life Balance U.S. Podcast Ep. 018
Budweiser wants to change its name for the summer, and Jon thinks it is utterly ridiculous. Then, learn why Cody has Star Fox Zero commitment anxiety following his triumph over The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess HD. Plus: Jon’s big birthday was so big, he literally forgets how old he is, and...
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Meet The GonnaGeek Network: Game/Life Balance U.S. Podcast Ep. 017
In this very special episode, members of the GonnaGeek Network from across the U.S. join Cody at WGN Radio in Chicago to discuss their podcasting panel at C2E2, nerd convention highlights, what they’ve been watching on Netflix lately, and more. Show Notes: * Jon takes a birthday week off, so Cody...
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Netflix extravaganza featuring Daredevil Season 1: Game/Life Balance U.S. Podcast Ep. 016
Cody and Jon have a Netflix extravaganza, prompted by Cody’s choice to watch Marvel’s Daredevil Season 1 on Netflix almost exclusively on his cell phone. Hear them discuss everything from Black Mirror to horror movies to various versions of Star Trek, then get Cody’s aggressive thoughts on the...
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Finding a life balance with irreverence, exercise, and music: Game/Life Balance U.S. Podcast Ep. 015
Cody shares some exciting news coming from Illinois, just in time for the 4/20 “holiday.” Then, Jon discusses his child’s hilarious sleeping habits and his own personal battle with becoming a runner, and Cody shares his favorite hidden gems in the world of video game music arrangements and radio...
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Podcasting technical difficulties and rage uninstalling Clash Royale: Game/Life Balance U.S. Podcast Ep. 014
Cody reveals his #1 pet peeve in the entire world, which happens to involve podcasting technical difficulties that occur both before and after this episode’s recording. Then, Jon explains why he rage uninstalled a mobile game for the first time in his life, and some of the pros and cons of Clash...
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Cody visits Colorado marijuana dispensaries: Game/Life Balance U.S. Podcast Ep. 013
Cody describes his experience shopping at recreational Colorado marijuana dispensaries, where recreational marijuana use has been legalized. Learn about the laws and the culture in one of America’s first states to legalize weed! Show Notes: * Jon shows a shred of humanity by wishing Cody a…
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Steam in Russia, C2E2 podcasting, and Darkest Dungeon: Game/Life Balance U.S. Podcast Ep. 012
Cody introduces special guest “Russian Jon,” a long-time friend of the podcast who discusses what it’s like to buy Steam games in Russia. Then, Cody recaps the GonnaGeek Network podcasting event he attended at C2E2, and the two Jons review the roguelike dungeon crawler Darkest Dungeon. Show…
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The Witness and the dentist: Game/Life Balance U.S. Podcast Ep. 011
Cody gives a public service announcement about The Legend of Zelda dungeons and going to a teeth whitening dentist (in real life), and Jon reviews The Witness, the new puzzle game from Jonathan Blow. Show Notes: * Cody explains the importance of never, ever quitting a Zelda game while in the…
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Minnesota caucus and The Man Who Murdered Sherlock Holmes: Game/Life Balance U.S. Podcast Ep. 010
Jon did his duty as an American citizen by participating in the Minnesota caucus process, and boy, was it exciting! Plus: Cody delves into Sherlock Holmes after seeing a musical about Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, then discusses ownership of fictional characters. Show Notes: * Jon explains his…
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Roberto Bolaño’s 2666 at Goodman Theatre: Game/Life Balance U.S. Podcast Ep. 009
Cody and his girlfriend Casey discuss the current production of 2666 at Goodman Theatre, which they had the opportunity to see over the weekend. They also finished watching Twin Peaks, and have a lot to say about its final episodes. Show Notes: * Game/Life Balance Australia has finally launched!...
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Deadpool movie to become highest-grossing Rated-R film ever: Game/Life Balance U.S. Podcast Ep. 008
The Deadpool movie is set to surpass Passion of the Christ as the highest-grossing Rated R film of all time, and having seen it last weekend, Cody completely understands why. Hear all about it in this episode of the Game/Life Balance U.S. podcast! Show Notes: * Cody and Jon are really hype about...
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The Federal Reserve, U.S. Politics, and The Order: 1886: Game/Life Balance U.S. Podcast Ep. 007
Jon tells a hilarious story about a “free to play” game he’s been playing on his phone, and Cody discusses how he’s learning about the Federal Reserve. Then, he and Jon delve into U.S. politics for a bit before Cody goes FULL GAMER and reviews The Order: 1886 for the PlayStation 4. Show Notes: *...
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Competitive gaming in high school: Game/Life Balance U.S. Podcast Ep. 006
Cody and Jon are joined by a very special guest to discuss his experience with the competitive video game scene, including how to balance such a hobby with the rigorous demands of high school (!!!). Show Notes: * Cody and Jon welcome Chris Long to the podcast, a long-time listener of the podcast...
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Cody goes viral with Bernie Sanders, talks political identity: Game/Life Balance U.S. Podcast Ep. 005
Cody somehow unexpectedly became a political writer when his post about Bernie Sanders went viral. Hear him discuss how it’s changed his life, including a surprisingly thoughtful discussion with Jon about politics and identity. Then, hear Jon go “FULL GAMER” and chat about the video game Sunless...
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League of Legends nets $1.6 billion, plus Yik Yak app talk: Game/Life Balance U.S. Podcast Ep. 004
League of Legends brought in $1.6 billion in revenue in 2015, and Jon explains why that’s a big deal for video games and their fans. He then explains why he’s hype about The Witness, and Cody discusses why he’s addicted to the Yik Yak app. Show Notes: * Current news: League of Legends * Jon...
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100 percent completion? Finishing what you started: Game/Life Balance U.S. Podcast Ep. 003
Do you always finish what you started? How about in video games? What exactly does “finished” mean, anyway? Hear Jon and Cody discuss 100 percent completion and more in this exciting Game/Life Balance U.S. podcast! Show Notes: * Cody introduces the segments that will make up future of episodes of...
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New Year’s Resolutions and habits: Game/Life Balance U.S. Podcast Ep. 002
Cody and Jon discuss Star Wars: The Force Awakens. Then, Jon has figured out a legendary way to strike a balance between games and life, and Cody doesn’t understand how to podcast anymore but he DOES like reading books. Show Notes: * Jon finally saw Star Wars: The Force Awakens and discusses his...
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Favorite video games of 2015: Game/Life Balance U.S. Podcast Ep. 001
Cody Gough and Jonathan Martin debut their new lifestyle podcast after 4 years of hosting their video game podcast, Unqualified Gamers, which they ended at the end of 2015. Learn about the hosts, the new podcast, and their favorite video games of 2015. Show Notes: * Cody Gough introduces the...
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U.Gamers Podcast #127: Selling your video games: the final episode
Learn why Jon sold his entire collection of physical video games and consoles, and why his wife is upset with his decision. Jon and Cody’s significant others join them with some surprising perspectives on collecting “things” and the emotional value of physical objects. Tune in for the final…
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U.Gamers Podcast #126: Worldwide Nuclear Disarmament in Metal Gear Solid V: Philosophers versus Patriots
Cody discusses the concept and efforts behind worldwide nuclear disarmament in Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain, including efforts from Reddit communities to participate in one of the biggest metagames he’s seen since Twitch Plays Pokemon. Then, he and Jon have a MAJOR announcement about the...
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U.Gamers Podcast #125: Downloadable content woes, featuring Star Wars Battlefront & Metal Gear Solid V
Jon has a bone to pick with the upcoming downloadable content release schedule for Star Wars Battlefront, and Cody debates with him whether Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain is guilty of DLC misdeeds. Show Notes: * Photo credit: Marco Verch via Flickr * Jon recounts the tale of one man’s...
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U.Gamers Podcast #124: Dragon Quest Heroes: The World Tree’s Woe and the Blight Below review
Jon reviews Dragon Quest Heroes: The World Tree’s Woe and the Blight Below, including a brief history of the Dragon Quest / Dragon Warrior franchise and a primer on Musou games. Plus, Cody has an exciting announcement about the future of Unqualified Gamers! Photo credit: gullevek via Flickr Show...
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U.Gamers Podcast #123: Broforce review with Casey and Russian Jon
Cody is joined by occasional co-hosts Casey and comedian Russian Jon for a joint Broforce review, a game described as an “assault on the senses,” patriotic hyperbole, and more. Photo credit: Czar via Wikipedia
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U.Gamers Podcast #122: IGN’s Top 100 Video Games Ever Made debate and discussion
Cody and Jon welcome video game enthusiast and broadcaster J.D. Fox to the podcast to praise and rage over IGN’s recently released list of the Top 100 Games Ever Made. Photo credit: Axel Pfaender via Flickr Show Notes: Cody introduces video game enthusiast, veteran broadcaster and fellow Drake...
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U.Gamers Podcast #121: Super Meat Boy, Broken Age, Until Dawn
Cody discusses his latest computer technology curses, including his first impressions of Windows 10. Then, Jon explains his video game bender and reviews Super Meat Boy, Broken Age, and Until Dawn. Plus: Cody describes his experience at Nintendo World in New York City, and Jon gives an update on...
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U.Gamers Podcast #120: Lifestyle update with Final Fantasy: Type-0 HD and more
Catch up with Cody and Jon as they talk life milestones, Devil in the White City, Hearthstone, Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain, and Final Fantasy: Type-0 HD. Photo credit: Diavolomezzo via Flickr Show Notes: * Cody talks microphones, acoustics, and what kind of podcast you can expect to hear…
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Video game law 101 with Sam Castree III, Ace Attorney
Cody welcomes Sam Castree III, Ace Attorney, who discusses some fundamental legal needs of video game developers. Hear Sam walk Cody through the process of how a video game developer should select and leverage legal counsel from day one of development. Show Notes: * Sam Castree III, Ace Attorney,...
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U.Gamers Podcast #119: Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain review (after 30 hours of gameplay)
Cody gives a Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain review based on his first 30 hours of gameplay. Check out the first episode featuring Jon’s brand-new microphone, and hear him follow Cody’s review with a chat about Diablo 3, Hearthstone, and Bojack Horseman. Show Notes: * Cody kicks off the…
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U.Gamers Podcast #118: BitBash 2015, plus the CryptoLocker Virus
Cody explains the intricacies of the CryptoLocker ransomware trojan, and how he’s dealing with the effects. Plus, hear about all the games he played at BitBash 2015, Chicago’s alternative / indie games festival. Show Notes: * Cody explains why he’s recording a solo episode and what happened to…
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U.Gamers Podcast #117: Metal Gear Solid V: Ground Zeroes
Jon Reviews Rocket League and Dying Light, and Cody reviews Metal Gear Solid V: Ground Zeroes. Plus: Jon’s thoughts on the science-fiction short story Flowers for Algernon, and Cody raves and rants about a couple sci-fi movies—both good and bad. Show Notes: * Jon and Cody talk about the most...
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U.Gamers Podcast #115: Customizable Card Games and Luck
Cody has a bone to pick with customizable card games, specifically Hearthstone, specifically the Hearthstone Arena, specifically the amount of luck involved in winning games in it. Plus, catch up on Jon’s progress in the massively multiplayer online RPG Final Fantasy XIV, and hear what the hosts...
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U.Gamers Podcast #114: Final Fantasy XIV, unicycles & fruit flies
Cody announces the exciting addition of the Unqualified Gamers Podcast to the WGN Plus lineup, and what that means for the podcast. Jon discusses Final Fantasy XIV after he and Cody are finished discussing such compelling topics as unicycles, fruit flies, downtown Rochester, and the unfortunate...
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U.Gamers Podcast #113: CivAddiction’s Multiplayer Modpack
Cody reviews CivAddiction’s Multiplayer Modpack, a massive mod that completely overhauls Sid Meier’s Civilization V. You can find more the official modpack thread at http://forums.civfanatics.com/showthread.php?t=548835. Learn about this massive overhaul of Civilization V and hear whether Cody...
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U.Gamers Podcast #112: Crypt of the NecroDancer, Geometry Wars 3
Jon reviews Crypt of the NecroDancer before he talks about his obsession with this year’s Final Fantasy V Four Job Fiesta. Hear whether he got a decent starting character, or if he’s just going to FAIL MISERABLY. Plus: Cody actually played video games this week, specifically Geometry Wars 3! And,...
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U.Gamers Podcast #111: E3 2015 recap, Steam Summer Sale
Jon recaps E3 2015, including press conferences from Microsoft, Sony, and Nintendo, and he and Cody discuss their reactions to various announcements. Plus, hear what games Cody has purchased so far in the 2015 Steam Summer Sale! Show Notes: * Jon and Cody brace for a podcast with some vicious...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
How do you save the world from space aliens while learning how to change a diaper? Join childhood frienemies Cody Gough and Jonathan Martin as they try to answer that question — while relentlessly trolling each other. This is a lifestyle podcast hosted by adult gamers trying to juggle hobbies with the increasing demands of the "real world." Follow the show to catch up on what they've been up to every once in a while, whether it's revisiting their SNES favorites to see if they hold up or debating the best way to train for a 5K. And if you like what you hear, then please rate the show 5 stars!
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