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Lunch Crew Gaming Podcast

by Lunch Crew Productions

Gaming, Podcasts, Grumpy People.A group of long-term, middle aged, gamers talking about various aspects of gaming in today's culture.

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Episodes

  1. Episode 2 Interlude - Roundtable

    Something a little different - this 'Interlude' episode is a roundtable of some us and friends - join us as we hang out and talk about some gaming, sci-fi television and film, and a few other segues wherever we end up.

  2. Getting MAMEd playing with kids

    Special guest Mike joins us as Brandon is away on a Top Secret Mission. We talk about gaming with kids and some ideas of how to bring that Arcade feel to your home.

  3. When to Upgrade

    Upgrades - we talk about when we upgrade hardware and replace parts, and when do to major software updates. A revelation about Ken's computer is revealed. Also the new Star Wars game is a great movie? Elevator Music by Kevin Macleod, used under CC BY 3.0 (...

  4. Whatcha got going on?

    No topic, just banter - We touch briefly on our Dreamcast experience, play with Alexa some, talk about Telltale Games and 7 Days to Die by the Fun Pimps and banter about Superhero TV series.

  5. Back in My Day

    Brandon Loves Death Stranding, Patrick Hates Red Dead, Ken wants to go see the Dungeon Siege movie over and over again. Oh, and we also we all talk nostalgia about gaming when we were kids.

  6. Let's try this one again...

    We’re joined by repeat guest Justin, and review some games we think most people have not played. Also amidst the slew of various media remakes, we pine for games that should be remastered for current hardware. Games Discussed this episode: Athena - 1987, NES Faxanadu, 1989 NES Dragon Power, 1987...

  7. Waddaya Wanna Talk About Today?

    The Crew reminisce about video game memories. Show Notes / Links: Intro parody of Polly-o String Cheese commercial. (YouTube) International Bridge Contractor 1985 (via MyAbandonWare.com) We incorrect claim the studio that made Desert Combat as ‘Black Sands’, when it was really Trauma Studios. The...

  8. Cancel Culture

    We discuss Cancel Culture (aka Callout Culture or Name-and-Shame) with a focus about how it applies to Video Gaming - what it is, how it's being weaponized - for good or bad.

  9. S02E01 - We now return to the real Lunch Crew Gaming Podcast!

    In this inaugural episode of Season 2, we talk about some of our favorite Game Music covers, and discuss Game Collectorism. Show Notes: Ultima Stones by Boa Guardian, via the Ultima Stones Archive (scroll to "Fan Versions And Remixes", "Guardian Comedy"), sorry we don't deep linking :) Secret of...

  10. Ep.18 - The MetaSode

    This episode the gang talks about the Podcast itself… because we like to talk about ourselves. Find out what happened to Jim Stories, how we come up with ideas, get guests, and some special thanks to people that have (sometimes unknowingly) helped up along the way. We also have a…

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  11. Ep.17 – Co-Op and You, and Me, and that other guy

    The Gang, with returning guest Chris, talk about what really IS co-op gaming. Show Notes: – Dr. Mario costs $5 to play Uninterrupted ( via Reddit) – Note: The user and original post has been deleted.. comments still stand) – Cuphead coming to Netflix (via Polygon) Games Mentioned.. big list this...

  12. Ep.16 - EEE and Me!

    On a very special episode of the Lunch Crew Gaming Podcast, the gang discovers the meaning of true love..er.. I mean E3 2019 Hype, and we learn a few things about the history of E3 via an adhoc quiz. Show Notes: – E3 Video / Cyberpunk 2077 w/ Keanu Reeves (YouTube) – Zelda: Breath of the Wild...

  13. Ep.15 - Media of our Yute

    Ken, Brandon, and Patrick delve into the ancient past of their lives and discuss some of the cartoons, movies, TV series, and books that helped shape them into the evil geniuses they are today. Show Notes: Intro stolen from the Thundar the Barbarian Intro (YouTube)

  14. Ep.14 – A long time ago, in a Lunchroom far far away…

    The regular lunch crew talk about the best and worst, and ‘WTF’s of long-running Star Wars video game franchise, with a few comparisons to the Star Trek franchise thrown in for good measure.. Show Notes: Games Mentioned: Days Gone City of Heros: Homecoming Star Wars: Jedi Arena (‘The Training…

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  15. Ep.13 - The BLEEPING Lunchcrew BLEEPING podcast

    Lucky 13, we discuss some light-hearted topics like Censorship in media, or specifically games, today. Special Guest Dustin joins the usual approval committee of Brandon, Ken, and Patrick. Show Notes, and Games Mentioned: FEPA: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Family_Entertainment_Protection_Act...

  16. Ep.12 - It’s a Hard Con Life for me

    Patrick talks about his trip to Emerald City Comic Con (ECCC), and the rest of the gang talks about Conventions in general. The GI Joe PSA Re-dubs (Pork Chop Sandwiches: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L1BDM1oBRJ8 ) Zelda’s “Cadence of Hyrule” –...

  17. Ep.11 - How Hard(ware) Is It?

    The Gang gives a primer on what you might need to build yourself a PC Gaming rig. We also learn Brandon’s secret to getting the right hardware upgrades when you need them! Show Notes: Critical Role Kickstarter Emerald City Comic Con Big Rigs: Over the Road Racing – worst Truck sim Game ever 1984...

  18. Ep.10 - The Division 2 and Preorders

    Ken, Brandon, and Patrick discuss the .. well, at the time (because Ken is a bad person), coming release of ‘The Division 2’, as well as the idea of PreOrdering games in general. We also ramble some about Atlas, PiHoles, and plenty of other non-Division things!

  19. Ep.09 - L(a)UNCHer Wars

    Ken, Patrick, and Brandon discuss the state of Game Launchers today, is it good or bad to have a bunch of competing launchers, and does it really matter? We also take a Quiz on Valve & Steam to see if we really know what we’re talking about. Show Notes: * Duke Nukem Forever development history –...

  20. Ep.08 – MMOney Pit

    Patrick, Brandon, and Ken talk about MMO-RPGs, some current (well.. at the time of recording) events, and try their hand at a MMO-related quiz Show Notes: * Atomic Heart (by Mundfish.com) * Fallout 76 Nuka Cola Black plastic bottles * EQ2 /pizza command partnership with Pizza Hut (Feb 2005) *…

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  21. Ep.07 - The Sins of SimCity

    Brandon, Patrick, and Ken discuss the rise and fall of the SimCity, well.. Sim-Everything Franchise, joined by special guest Chris. We also play a round of ‘Is this a real Game’ to somewhat amusing results.

  22. Ep.06 - Grumpy Old Gamers Just Talking

    Brandon, Ken, and Patrick take some time to just talk about it means to be a middle aged gamer and some things that we’ve seen change over time. And a fair bit of shaking our fists at the clouds.. but not really. Show Note Links: What ever happened to Interplay? (Wikipedia) TSA’s Guidelines on...

  23. Ep.05 – And then What?

    The Lunch Crew takes care of a loose end, and discuss what makes some games bad. With this episode we’re testing using an off-WordPress host for the actual Audio File, please let us know if you run into any issues. Also we REALLY are going to give away a free game, listen to the Episode for how…

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  24. Ep.04 - Meatspace

    In this episode, we explore Meat Space gaming with Original-Issue Lunch Crew member, Jeff- or specifically in this case, the physical environment around playing table top games.. well mostly table top RPGs (like Dungeons and Dragons). Things like the perfect gaming table, dice boxes/towers, and…

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  25. Ep.03 – Good Grief and Good Friends

    What is the difference line between being a griefer and just having fun? Join us as we explore this topic with special guest Jeremy, along with regulars Patrick, Brandon, and Ken. Links for this Episode: Bungie’s Destiny 2 Free until Nov 18th (Destiny Official Website) Far Cry 3: Vaas on the...

  26. Ep.02 – eGADD eGaming Attention Deficit Disorder

    The second episode.. now with slightly better production value.. maybe.. Is Gaming Attention Deficit Disorder a real thing? Do you or a loved one suffer from this malady? We discuss with Brandon and in addition to asking him 3 Questions, we also pose the Forbidden Question of Geekdom involving…

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  27. Ep.01 – It’s time for Lunch

    The inaugural Lunch Crew gaming podcast! How would we create a Smokey & The Bandit game to celebrate the passing of Burt Reynolds? Who are we and why the hell are we doing a podcast? The first installment of “3 Questions” we’ll ask all our guests. Time Notes: 0:00 – Introduction 8:00 – Talk about...

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Gaming, Podcasts, Grumpy People.A group of long-term, middle aged, gamers talking about various aspects of gaming in today's culture.

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Lunch Crew Productions

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