Nintendo Maniacs

This is the final episode of Nintendo Maniacs.In it I explain the reasoning, I say thanks to the many people who have helped contribute to the show, and I share my thoughts on the world on Nintendo. Thank you all for listening.

Episode 116This episode is a special dedicated episode to the Virtual Boy - Nintendo's least understood system. JT's good friend Andrew joins him as a guest. Chapters:0:00 Virtual Boy - The History, Games and Legacy1:32:50 Fire Red / Leaf Green 1:38:35 SNES MINI GIVEAWAY - SNES Celebration1:11:40 Weird Nintendo GIVEAWAYTo be in the running to win a SNES Mini - all you need to do is comment on the platform you are listening to this episode with your favourite SNES game. The competition runs over three episodes so you can comment on each one for an extra chance to win. Good luck!Our Guest Andrew (Sumo). You can find more of his work at:https://linktr.ee/N1ntenDr0meSupport Us!If you would like to support Nintendo Maniacs, please consider giving us a 5 star rating on Spotify/Apple Podcasts and click on the Linktree below to see our Patreon, Rebbubble store and socials: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our Discord for free:   / discord  Patreon!For monetary help please check out our Patreon page. We have multiple tiers with varying perks, including exclusive discord access, advertising and opportunities to contribute questions and topics to upcoming shows. We’ve also introduced a tier that gives you access to our Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Family Account (plus access to our discord and show shoutout). So if you haven’t got Nintendo Switch Online yet do consider checking this out as it’s cheaper than buying an individual membership. Limited spots so get in quick. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LINK:   / discord  Thank you so much to our Patrons:SwitchingItUp_Game Buoy GamesSumoAbout Nintendo Maniacs!Nintendo Maniacs is a fortnightly, Nintendo-focussed podcast. Each episode Josh is joined by a special guest and they chat about what they love about Nintendo, and the special ways they show their passion. The host, Josh, has been a lifelong Nintendo fan who grew up on playing Nintendo consoles and handhelds. He has great memories of playing local multiplayer games with his brothers and friends and enjoys the pure fun that Nintendo brings to gaming. Josh enjoys Nintendo gaming so much that he created this podcast to force people to join him and chat about it!

Episode 115 In this episode Josh is joined by Matt Hewson - the editor of the Australian gaming website Player2! Chapters:0:00 Cold Open, Maniac Chat10:45 Partner Showcase16:40 Blind Ranking - Mario Tennis Fever Racquets23:48 New Release Acquired - Mario Tennis Fever56:30 Virtual Boy NSO1:04:26 SNES MINI GIVEAWAY - SNES Celebration1:11:40 Weird Nintendo  Our Guest  Matt Hewson was our guest. You can find more of his work at:Player2 : https://www.player2.net.au/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/player2au/YouTube: @Player2NetAuPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/Player2au/posts?vanity=Player2au Support Us! If you would like to support Nintendo Maniacs, please consider giving us a 5 star rating on Spotify/Apple Podcasts and click on the Linktree below to see our Patreon, Rebbubble store and socials: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our Discord for free:   / discord   Patreon! For monetary help please check out our Patreon page. We have multiple tiers with varying perks, including exclusive discord access, advertising and opportunities to contribute questions and topics to upcoming shows. We’ve also introduced a tier that gives you access to our Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Family Account (plus access to our discord and show shoutout). So if you haven’t got Nintendo Switch Online yet do consider checking this out as it’s cheaper than buying an individual membership. Limited spots so get in quick. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LINK:   / discord  Thank you so much to our Patrons:SwitchingItUp_Game Buoy GamesSumo About Nintendo Maniacs! Nintendo Maniacs is a fortnightly, Nintendo-focussed podcast. Each episode Josh is joined by a special guest and they chat about what they love about Nintendo, and the special ways they show their passion. The host, Josh, has been a lifelong Nintendo fan who grew up on playing Nintendo consoles and handhelds. He has great memories of playing local multiplayer games with his brothers and friends and enjoys the pure fun that Nintendo brings to gaming. Josh enjoys Nintendo gaming so much that he created this podcast to force people to join him and chat about it!

Episode 114In this episode Josh is joined by Mikky for a cozy-filled episode.  Chapters: 0:00 Cold Open, Maniac Chat 5:22 Blind Ranking - AC Villagers who fight a bully 12:17 Animal Crossing New Update 31:01 Tomodachi Life Direct 43:33 Super Mario News 47:15 New Metacritic Game for Discord 49:05 What we’ve been playing 56:42 Weird Nintendo & PokePark KantoSupport Us! If you would like to support Nintendo Maniacs, please consider giving us a 5 star rating on Spotify/Apple Podcasts and click on the Linktree below to see our Patreon, Rebbubble store and socials: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LINK: https://linktr.ee/NintendoManiacs Join our Discord for free:⁠   https://discord.gg/pMJwJjgw8aPatreon! For monetary help please check out our Patreon page. We have multiple tiers with varying perks, including exclusive discord access, advertising and opportunities to contribute questions and topics to upcoming shows. We’ve also introduced a tier that gives you access to our Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Family Account (plus access to our discord and show shoutout). So if you haven’t got Nintendo Switch Online yet do consider checking this out as it’s cheaper than buying an individual membership. Limited spots so get in quick. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LINK:⁠  https://patreon.com/nintenvania?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkThank you so much to our Patrons: SwitchingItUp_ Game Buoy Games SumoAbout Nintendo Maniacs! Nintendo Maniacs is a fortnightly, Nintendo-focussed podcast. Each episode Josh is joined by a special guest and they chat about what they love about Nintendo, and the special ways they show their passion. The host, Josh, has been a lifelong Nintendo fan who grew up on playing Nintendo consoles and handhelds. He has great memories of playing local multiplayer games with his brothers and friends and enjoys the pure fun that Nintendo brings to gaming. Josh enjoys Nintendo gaming so much that he created this podcast to force people to join him and chat about it!

Episode 113 In this episode Josh is joined by Steve aka ThunderStash Gaming! Chapters: 0:00 Cold Open, Maniac Chat 37:20 How to Support the Show 38:10 Our 2026 Nintendo Predictions Our Guest! Steve, aka ThunderStash Gaming, was our guest. You can find more of their work at: Website: YouTube: https://t.co/enAn105zWLX: @ThunderStashYTInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thunderstashgaming/ Weird Nintendo: Noit this episode Support Us! If you would like to support Nintendo Maniacs, please consider giving us a 5 star rating on Spotify/Apple Podcasts and click on the Linktree below to see our Patreon, Rebbubble store and socials: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our Discord for free: / discord Patreon! For monetary help please check out our Patreon page. We have multiple tiers with varying perks, including exclusive discord access, advertising and opportunities to contribute questions and topics to upcoming shows. We’ve also introduced a tier that gives you access to our Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Family Account (plus access to our discord and show shoutout). So if you haven’t got Nintendo Switch Online yet do consider checking this out as it’s cheaper than buying an individual membership. Limited spots so get in quick. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LINK: / discord Thank you so much to our Patrons:SwitchingItUp_Game Buoy GamesSumo About Nintendo Maniacs! Nintendo Maniacs is a fortnightly, Nintendo-focussed podcast. Each episode Josh is joined by a special guest and they chat about what they love about Nintendo, and the special ways they show their passion. The host, Josh, has been a lifelong Nintendo fan who grew up on playing Nintendo consoles and handhelds. He has great memories of playing local multiplayer games with his brothers and friends and enjoys the pure fun that Nintendo brings to gaming. Josh enjoys Nintendo gaming so much that he created this podcast to force people to join him and chat about it!

Episode 112 This episode Josh is joined by fellow maniac Drew Agnew - who is the host of The House of Mario podcast! They go over Nintendo's entire 2025 - including the highlights, lowlights and the downright silly. You can find Drew and all of his work here:The House of Mario: ⁠https://thehouseofmario.captivate.fm/...X/Twitter: @idrewby @thehouseofmarioYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@iDrewby Support Us! If you would like to support Nintendo Maniacs, please consider giving us a 5 star rating on Spotify/Apple Podcasts and click on the Linktree below to see our Patreon, Rebbubble store and socials: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join our Discord for free: https://discord.gg/47TSQv6c4M Patreon! For monetary help please check out our Patreon page. We have multiple tiers with varying perks, including exclusive discord access, advertising and opportunities to contribute questions and topics to upcoming shows. We’ve also introduced a tier that gives you access to our Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Family Account (plus access to our discord and show shoutout). So if you haven’t got Nintendo Switch Online yet do consider checking this out as it’s cheaper than buying an individual membership. Limited spots so get in quick. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LINK: https://discord.gg/47TSQv6c4M Thank you so much to our Patrons:SwitchingItUp_Game Buoy GamesSumo About Nintendo Maniacs! Nintendo Maniacs is a fortnightly, Nintendo-focussed podcast. Each episode Josh is joined by a special guest and they chat about what they love about Nintendo, and the special ways they show their passion. The host, Josh, has been a lifelong Nintendo fan who grew up on playing Nintendo consoles and handhelds. He has great memories of playing local multiplayer games with his brothers and friends and enjoys the pure fun that Nintendo brings to gaming. Josh enjoys Nintendo gaming so much that he created this podcast to force people to join him and chat about it!

Episode 111In this episode Josh is joined by Joey Ferris, a Nintendo YouTuber with his own channel and has worked on CommonWealth Realm and GameXplain. Chapters:0:00 Cold Open, Maniac Chat8:50 Metroid Success on Switch12:50 Why Metroid rates high, sells low17:20 Blind Ranking - Metroid Soundtracks23:05 New Release Acquired: Metroid Prime 4 Beyond Our Guest! Joey was our guest. You can find more of their work at:Website: youtube.com/ferriswheelpro?si=YAo9gVqFBT2AzV52 X: https://x.com/FerrisWheelProInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ferriswheelpro/Weird Nintendo:Not this episodeSupport Us! If you would like to support Nintendo Maniacs, please consider giving us a 5 star rating on Spotify/Apple Podcasts and click on the Linktree below to see our Patreon, Rebbubble store and socials: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our Discord for free:   / discord  Patreon! For monetary help please check out our Patreon page. We have multiple tiers with varying perks, including exclusive discord access, advertising and opportunities to contribute questions and topics to upcoming shows. We’ve also introduced a tier that gives you access to our Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Family Account (plus access to our discord and show shoutout). So if you haven’t got Nintendo Switch Online yet do consider checking this out as it’s cheaper than buying an individual membership. Limited spots so get in quick. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LINK:   / discord  Thank you so much to our Patrons:SwitchingItUp_Game Buoy GamesSumoAbout Nintendo Maniacs! Nintendo Maniacs is a fortnightly, Nintendo-focussed podcast. Each episode Josh is joined by a special guest and they chat about what they love about Nintendo, and the special ways they show their passion. The host, Josh, has been a lifelong Nintendo fan who grew up on playing Nintendo consoles and handhelds. He has great memories of playing local multiplayer games with his brothers and friends and enjoys the pure fun that Nintendo brings to gaming. Josh enjoys Nintendo gaming so much that he created this podcast to force people to join him and chat about it!

Episode 110 In this episode Josh is joined by Marc Kaliroff, the co-owner of the website Kirby Informer! Chapters:0:00 Cold Open, Maniac Chat16:00 New Release Acquired: Kirby Air Riders1:12:17 Bandai Namco Singapore Acquisition  1:15:50 IGNs Top 100 Nintendo Games List1:26:06 Weird Nintendo Our Guest! Marc, from Kirby Informer, was our guest. You can find more of their work at:Website: https://www.kirbyinformer.com/and https://www.pikmininformer.com/X: @TheMarcKalInstagram: @themarckalLinktree: linktr.ee/themarckalStar Gardenhttps://store.steampowered.com/app/3370970/Star_Garden/Sixth Station Triohttps://www.instagram.com/sixthstationtrio/Weird Nintendo: https://www.nintendolife.com/news/2025/11/random-vancouvers-new-hockey-team-the-goldeneyes-are-using-some-vgm-you-may-recognise Support Us! If you would like to support Nintendo Maniacs, please consider giving us a 5 star rating on Spotify/Apple Podcasts and click on the Linktree below to see our Patreon, Rebbubble store and socials: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our Discord for free:   / discord  Patreon! For monetary help please check out our Patreon page. We have multiple tiers with varying perks, including exclusive discord access, advertising and opportunities to contribute questions and topics to upcoming shows. We’ve also introduced a tier that gives you access to our Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Family Account (plus access to our discord and show shoutout). So if you haven’t got Nintendo Switch Online yet do consider checking this out as it’s cheaper than buying an individual membership. Limited spots so get in quick. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LINK:   / discord  Thank you so much to our Patrons:SwitchingItUp_Game Buoy GamesSumoAbout Nintendo Maniacs! Nintendo Maniacs is a fortnightly, Nintendo-focussed podcast. Each episode Josh is joined by a special guest and they chat about what they love about Nintendo, and the special ways they show their passion. The host, Josh, has been a lifelong Nintendo fan who grew up on playing Nintendo consoles and handhelds. He has great memories of playing local multiplayer games with his brothers and friends and enjoys the pure fun that Nintendo brings to gaming. Josh enjoys Nintendo gaming so much that he created this podcast to force people to join him and chat about it!

Episode 109 In this episode Josh is joined by Mikky! Chapters: 0:00 Maniac Chat 3:10 Animal Crossing Updates 13:42 Pokopia Updates 23:31 Metroid Prime 4 Trailer 28:58 Super Mario Galaxy Movie 35:10 Blind Ranking - Zelda Items to make an Ikea chest of drawers 41:40 New Release Acquired: Hyrule Warriors - Age of Imprisonment  1:11:10 Legends ZA & Luigi’s Mansion playthroughs 1:23:52 Weird Nintendo Support Us! If you would like to support Nintendo Maniacs, please consider giving us a 5 star rating on Spotify/Apple Podcasts and click on the Linktree below to see our Patreon, Rebbubble store and socials: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our Discord for free: https://discord.gg/47TSQv6c4MPatreon! For monetary help please check out our Patreon page. We have multiple tiers with varying perks, including exclusive discord access, advertising and opportunities to contribute questions and topics to upcoming shows. We’ve also introduced a tier that gives you access to our Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Family Account (plus access to our discord and show shoutout). So if you haven’t got Nintendo Switch Online yet do consider checking this out as it’s cheaper than buying an individual membership. Limited spots so get in quick. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LINK: https://discord.gg/47TSQv6c4M Thank you so much to our Patrons:SwitchingItUp_Game Buoy GamesSumoAbout Nintendo Maniacs! Nintendo Maniacs is a fortnightly, Nintendo-focussed podcast. Each episode Josh is joined by a special guest and they chat about what they love about Nintendo, and the special ways they show their passion. The host, Josh, has been a lifelong Nintendo fan who grew up on playing Nintendo consoles and handhelds. He has great memories of playing local multiplayer games with his brothers and friends and enjoys the pure fun that Nintendo brings to gaming. Josh enjoys Nintendo gaming so much that he created this podcast to force people to join him and chat about it!

Episode 108In this episode Josh is joined by Jemma from the Pure Nintendo podcast! Chapters:0:00 Maniac Chat10:45 Blind Ranking - Pokemon Starters15:45 Nintendo at PAX Australia31:47 New Release Acquired: Pokemon Legends ZA1:14:00 Kirby Air Riders Direct 21:22:30 Shinobi, Ball X Pit and Plants vs Zombies1:24:40 Weird Nintendo Our Guest!Jemma from Pure Nintendo, was our guest. You can find more of their work at:Pure Nintendo https://purenintendo.com/Jemma’s Profilehttps://purenintendo.com/author/jemma/Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/PureNintendoXhttps://x.com/kajimiSupport Us!If you would like to support Nintendo Maniacs, please consider giving us a 5 star rating on Spotify/Apple Podcasts and click on the Linktree below to see our Patreon, Rebbubble store and socials: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our Discord for free: https://discord.gg/47TSQv6c4MPatreon!For monetary help please check out our Patreon page. We have multiple tiers with varying perks, including exclusive discord access, advertising and opportunities to contribute questions and topics to upcoming shows. We’ve also introduced a tier that gives you access to our Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Family Account (plus access to our discord and show shoutout). So if you haven’t got Nintendo Switch Online yet do consider checking this out as it’s cheaper than buying an individual membership. Limited spots so get in quick. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LINK: https://discord.gg/47TSQv6c4MThank you so much to our Patrons:SwitchingItUp_Game Buoy GamesSumoAbout Nintendo Maniacs!Nintendo Maniacs is a fortnightly, Nintendo-focussed podcast. Each episode Josh is joined by a special guest and they chat about what they love about Nintendo, and the special ways they show their passion. The host, Josh, has been a lifelong Nintendo fan who grew up on playing Nintendo consoles and handhelds. He has great memories of playing local multiplayer games with his brothers and friends and enjoys the pure fun that Nintendo brings to gaming. Josh enjoys Nintendo gaming so much that he created this podcast to force people to join him and chat about it!

Episode 107 In this episode Josh is joined by Jacob aka Mr A Game!  Chapters:0:00 Maniac Chat27:38 Blind ranking Zelda Food Items31:40 PAX Australia38:59 New Release Acquired: Super Mario Galaxy 1 +21:05:47 Close to You Pikmin Video1:08:22 Mr A Game’s Collection/Switch 2 Review1:2:17 Weird Nintendo  Our Guest! Mr A Game (aka Jacob), was our guest. You can find more of their work at:YouTubeyoutube.com/@mragameliveMerchmragame.storeInstagraminstagram.com/mra_gameTikToktiktok.com/@mra_gameTwittertwitter.com/MrA_Game Support Us! If you would like to support Nintendo Maniacs, please consider giving us a 5 star rating on Spotify/Apple Podcasts and click on the Linktree below to see our Patreon, Rebbubble store and socials: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our Discord for free: https://discord.gg/47TSQv6c4M Patreon! For monetary help please check out our Patreon page. We have multiple tiers with varying perks, including exclusive discord access, advertising and opportunities to contribute questions and topics to upcoming shows. We’ve also introduced a tier that gives you access to our Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Family Account (plus access to our discord and show shoutout). So if you haven’t got Nintendo Switch Online yet do consider checking this out as it’s cheaper than buying an individual membership. Limited spots so get in quick. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LINK: https://discord.gg/47TSQv6c4MThank you so much to our Patrons:SwitchingItUp_Game Buoy GamesSumo About Nintendo Maniacs! Nintendo Maniacs is a fortnightly, Nintendo-focussed podcast. Each episode Josh is joined by a special guest and they chat about what they love about Nintendo, and the special ways they show their passion. The host, Josh, has been a lifelong Nintendo fan who grew up on playing Nintendo consoles and handhelds. He has great memories of playing local multiplayer games with his brothers and friends and enjoys the pure fun that Nintendo brings to gaming. Josh enjoys Nintendo gaming so much that he created this podcast to force people to join him and chat about it!

Episode 106 In this episode Josh is joined by N64 Josh who amongst many other things is the host of the Nintendo Power Cast!Chapters:0:00 Cold Open, Maniac Chat20:48 Blind ranking 2D Super Mario games28:42 New Release Acquired: DK Bananza DLC53:30 Fire Emblem Shadows1:01:27 Mario Kart World Update1:10:35 Nintendo of America Staff Changes 1:18:20 Weird Nintendo Our Guest!N64 Josh, from the Nintendo Power Cast, was our guest. You can find more of their work at:YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@N64JoshTwitchtwitch.tv/n64joshInstagraminstagram.com/n64joshFacebookfacebook.com/n64joshTwittertwitter.com/n64joshN64Josh.comn64josh.comSupport Us! If you would like to support Nintendo Maniacs, please consider giving us a 5 star rating on Spotify/Apple Podcasts and click on the Linktree below to see our Patreon, Rebbubble store and socials: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our Discord for free: https://discord.gg/47TSQv6c4M Patreon! For monetary help please check out our Patreon page. We have multiple tiers with varying perks, including exclusive discord access, advertising and opportunities to contribute questions and topics to upcoming shows. We’ve also introduced a tier that gives you access to our Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Family Account (plus access to our discord and show shoutout). So if you haven’t got Nintendo Switch Online yet do consider checking this out as it’s cheaper than buying an individual membership. Limited spots so get in quick. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LINK: https://discord.gg/47TSQv6c4MThank you so much to our Patrons:SwitchingItUp_Game Buoy GamesSumoAbout Nintendo Maniacs! Nintendo Maniacs is a fortnightly, Nintendo-focussed podcast. Each episode Josh is joined by a special guest and they chat about what they love about Nintendo, and the special ways they show their passion. The host, Josh, has been a lifelong Nintendo fan who grew up on playing Nintendo consoles and handhelds. He has great memories of playing local multiplayer games with his brothers and friends and enjoys the pure fun that Nintendo brings to gaming. Josh enjoys Nintendo gaming so much that he created this podcast to force people to join him and chat about it!

Episode 105 In this episode Josh is joined by Dan (aka SwitchingItUp_) who is a writer for Quest Daily! It’s a pure Nintendo Direct episode so no time stamps this episode. Our Guest! Dan, from Quest Daily, was our guest. You can find more of their work at:https://questdaily.com.au/Socials:TikTok @switchingitup and on Insta @switchingitup__.Support Us!If you would like to support Nintendo Maniacs, please consider giving us a 5 star rating on Spotify/Apple Podcasts and click on the Linktree below to see our Patreon, Rebbubble store and socials: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our Discord for free: https://discord.gg/47TSQv6c4MPatreon!For monetary help please check out our Patreon page. We have multiple tiers with varying perks, including exclusive discord access, advertising and opportunities to contribute questions and topics to upcoming shows. We’ve also introduced a tier that gives you access to our Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Family Account (plus access to our discord and show shoutout). So if you haven’t got Nintendo Switch Online yet do consider checking this out as it’s cheaper than buying an individual membership. Limited spots so get in quick. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LINK: https://discord.gg/47TSQv6c4MThank you so much to our Patrons:SwitchingItUp_Game Buoy GamesSumoAbout Nintendo Maniacs!Nintendo Maniacs is a fortnightly, Nintendo-focussed podcast. Each episode Josh is joined by a special guest and they chat about what they love about Nintendo, and the special ways they show their passion. The host, Josh, has been a lifelong Nintendo fan who grew up on playing Nintendo consoles and handhelds. He has great memories of playing local multiplayer games with his brothers and friends and enjoys the pure fun that Nintendo brings to gaming. Josh enjoys Nintendo gaming so much that he created this podcast to force people to join him and chat about it!

Episode 104In this episode Josh is joined by Marc Kaliroff, the co-owner of the website Kirby Informer!Chapters:0:00 Cold Open, Maniac Chat11:00 Blind ranking Kirby Copy Abilities16:30 General Nintendo Direct Predictions39:10 New Release Acquired: Star Crossed World (Kirby and the Forgotten Land DLC)1:04:00 Hollow Knight: Silksong 1:14:55 Weird Nintendo Our Guest!Marc, from Kirby Informer, was our guest. You can find more of their work at:Website: https://www.kirbyinformer.com/X: @TheMarcKalInstagram: @themarckalLinktree: linktr.ee/themarckalWeird Nintendo:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0BjijPlmecM Support Us!If you would like to support Nintendo Maniacs, please consider giving us a 5 star rating on Spotify/Apple Podcasts and click on the Linktree below to see our Patreon, Rebbubble store and socials: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our Discord for free: https://discord.gg/47TSQv6c4MPatreon!For monetary help please check out our Patreon page. We have multiple tiers with varying perks, including exclusive discord access, advertising and opportunities to contribute questions and topics to upcoming shows. We’ve also introduced a tier that gives you access to our Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Family Account (plus access to our discord and show shoutout). So if you haven’t got Nintendo Switch Online yet do consider checking this out as it’s cheaper than buying an individual membership. Limited spots so get in quick. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LINK: https://discord.gg/47TSQv6c4MThank you so much to our Patrons:SwitchingItUp_Game Buoy GamesSumoAbout Nintendo Maniacs!Nintendo Maniacs is a fortnightly, Nintendo-focussed podcast. Each episode Josh is joined by a special guest and they chat about what they love about Nintendo, and the special ways they show their passion. The host, Josh, has been a lifelong Nintendo fan who grew up on playing Nintendo consoles and handhelds. He has great memories of playing local multiplayer games with his brothers and friends and enjoys the pure fun that Nintendo brings to gaming. Josh enjoys Nintendo gaming so much that he created this podcast to force people to join him and chat about it!

Episode 103 In this episode Josh is joined by Zach! Who is the co-host of the Blowing Cartridges Podcast - a show with a rotating special guest that dives into in-depth conversations about video game culture and the games themselves. Each episode features a new ’cartridge’ to be interrogated as the duo seek to provide a unique Australian perspective to a range of topics.Chapters:0:00 Cold Open, Maniac Chat19:50 Blind ranking Super Mario Power-Ups AND Super Mario 40th Direct Speculation44:00 New Release Acquired: Drag x Drive1:17:50 Kirby Air Riders Direct1:56:52 Hollow Knight: Silksong 2:04:09 Weird Nintendo  Our Guest!Zach, from Blowing Cartridges Podcast, was our guest. You can find more of their work at:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4wTuv1JNV2wzCYqQmoCVxk (Or Search: Blowing Cartridges)X:@Blowcartpod AND @Eggerino Weird Nintendo:https://www.nintendolife.com/news/2025/08/random-zelda-fan-builds-a-ridiculously-cool-fully-functional-wind-waker-sailboat  Support Us! If you would like to support Nintendo Maniacs, please consider giving us a 5 star rating on Spotify/Apple Podcasts and click on the Linktree below to see our Patreon, Rebbubble store and socials: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our Discord for free: https://discord.gg/47TSQv6c4MPatreon! For monetary help please check out our Patreon page. We have multiple tiers with varying perks, including exclusive discord access, advertising and opportunities to contribute questions and topics to upcoming shows. We’ve also introduced a tier that gives you access to our Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Family Account (plus access to our discord and show shoutout). So if you haven’t got Nintendo Switch Online yet do consider checking this out as it’s cheaper than buying an individual membership. Limited spots so get in quick. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LINK: https://discord.gg/47TSQv6c4M Thank you so much to our Patrons:SwitchingItUp_Game Buoy GamesSumo About Nintendo Maniacs! Nintendo Maniacs is a fortnightly, Nintendo-focussed podcast. Each episode Josh is joined by a special guest and they chat about what they love about Nintendo, and the special ways they show their passion. The host, Josh, has been a lifelong Nintendo fan who grew up on playing Nintendo consoles and handhelds. He has great memories of playing local multiplayer games with his brothers and friends and enjoys the pure fun that Nintendo brings to gaming. Josh enjoys Nintendo gaming so much that he created this podcast to force people to join him and chat about it!

Episode 102 In this episode Josh is joined by an Australian based Gaming & Anime Nerd who has been gaming since as long as he can remember. Avid Collector & Gamer on all systems!He’s a friend of the show, please welcome Kieran from Hopk Gaming.Chapters:0:00 Cold Open, Maniac Chat and blind ranking Nintendo consoles24:28 New Release Acquired: Super Mario Party Jamboree + Jamboree TV43:10 Nintendo Financials52:08 Partner Showcase Direct and Indie World1:18:40 Weird Nintendo Our Guest! Kieran, from Hopk Gaming, was our guest. You can find more of their work at:X: @HopkGamingInstagram: @hopkgamingYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@hopkgamingWeird Nintendo:https://www.nintendolife.com/news/2025/08/random-metroid-composer-was-just-trying-to-impress-someone-with-ending-theme Support Us! If you would like to support Nintendo Maniacs, please consider giving us a 5 star rating on Spotify/Apple Podcasts and click on the Linktree below to see our Patreon, Rebbubble store and socials: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our Discord for free: https://discord.gg/47TSQv6c4MPatreon! For monetary help please check out our Patreon page. We have multiple tiers with varying perks, including exclusive discord access, advertising and opportunities to contribute questions and topics to upcoming shows. We’ve also introduced a tier that gives you access to our Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Family Account (plus access to our discord and show shoutout). So if you haven’t got Nintendo Switch Online yet do consider checking this out as it’s cheaper than buying an individual membership. Limited spots so get in quick. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LINK: https://discord.gg/47TSQv6c4MThank you so much to our Patrons:SwitchingItUp_Game Buoy GamesSumoAbout Nintendo Maniacs! Nintendo Maniacs is a fortnightly, Nintendo-focussed podcast. Each episode Josh is joined by a special guest and they chat about what they love about Nintendo, and the special ways they show their passion. The host, Josh, has been a lifelong Nintendo fan who grew up on playing Nintendo consoles and handhelds. He has great memories of playing local multiplayer games with his brothers and friends and enjoys the pure fun that Nintendo brings to gaming. Josh enjoys Nintendo gaming so much that he created this podcast to force people to join him and chat about it!

Episode 101 In this episode Josh is joined by fellow maniac Mono! They’re the producers of the podcast, Tokyo Game Life which is a Tokyo based video game podcast focusing on Nintendo and gaming culture in Japan's capital with every episode features a unique element of gaming culture in Japan.Chapters:0:00 Cold Open, Maniac Chat and being a Nintendo fan in Japan39:50 New Release Acquired: Donkey Kong Bananza1:24:50 Pokemon Presents1:40:00 A rumoured upcoming Nintendo Direct?  1:51:45 Weird Nintendo Our Guest!Mono, from the Tokyo Game Life podcast, was our guest. You can find more of their work at:https://tokyogamelife.com/X: TokyoGameLifeBlueSky: tokyogamelife.bsky.socialInstagram: tokyogamelifeYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpuRpKHGfsC3_45I3QVocxAWeird Nintendo:https://www.nintendolife.com/news/2025/07/random-were-big-fans-of-this-switch-2-summer-gaming-solutionhttps://www.reddit.com/r/NintendoSwitch/comments/1lxaavd/found_another_use_for_the_top_usbc_port/?utm_source=embedv2&utm_medium=post_embed&utm_content=whitespace&embed_host_url=https://www.nintendolife.com/news/2025/07/random-were-big-fans-of-this-switch-2-summer-gaming-solution Support Us!If you would like to support Nintendo Maniacs, please consider giving us a 5 star rating on Spotify/Apple Podcasts and click on the Linktree below to see our Patreon, Rebbubble store and socials: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our Discord for free: https://discord.gg/47TSQv6c4MPatreon!For monetary help please check out our Patreon page. We have multiple tiers with varying perks, including exclusive discord access, advertising and opportunities to contribute questions and topics to upcoming shows. We’ve also introduced a tier that gives you access to our Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Family Account (plus access to our discord and show shoutout). So if you haven’t got Nintendo Switch Online yet do consider checking this out as it’s cheaper than buying an individual membership. Limited spots so get in quick. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LINK: https://discord.gg/47TSQv6c4MThank you so much to our Patrons:SwitchingItUp_Game Buoy GamesSumoAbout Nintendo Maniacs!Nintendo Maniacs is a fortnightly, Nintendo-focussed podcast. Each episode Josh is joined by a special guest and they chat about what they love about Nintendo, and the special ways they show their passion. The host, Josh, has been a lifelong Nintendo fan who grew up on playing Nintendo consoles and handhelds. He has great memories of playing local multiplayer games with his brothers and friends and enjoys the pure fun that Nintendo brings to gaming. Josh enjoys Nintendo gaming so much that he created this podcast to force people to join him and chat about it!

Episode 100 This episode Josh is joined by fellow maniac Mikayla!Chapters:0:00 Cold Open and Maniac Chat12:20 Blind Ranking Zelda Games27:10 Miitopia34:04  New Release Acquired - BoTW and ToTK Switch 2 Editions1:02:45 Question Mark Block - Nintendo Remakes we want1:20:08 Weird Nintendo  Support Us!If you would like to support Nintendo Maniacs, please consider giving us a 5 star rating on Spotify/Apple Podcasts and click on the Linktree below to see our Patreon, Rebbubble store and socials: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our Discord for free: https://discord.gg/47TSQv6c4MPatreon!For monetary help please check out our Patreon page. We have multiple tiers with varying perks, including exclusive discord access, advertising and opportunities to contribute questions and topics to upcoming shows. We’ve also introduced a tier that gives you access to our Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Family Account (plus access to our discord and show shoutout). So if you haven’t got Nintendo Switch Online yet do consider checking this out as it’s cheaper than buying an individual membership. Limited spots so get in quick. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LINK: https://discord.gg/47TSQv6c4MThank you so much to our Patrons:SwitchingItUp_Game Buoy GamesSumoAbout Nintendo Maniacs!Nintendo Maniacs is a fortnightly, Nintendo-focussed podcast. Each episode Josh is joined by a special guest and they chat about what they love about Nintendo, and the special ways they show their passion. The host, Josh, has been a lifelong Nintendo fan who grew up on playing Nintendo consoles and handhelds. He has great memories of playing local multiplayer games with his brothers and friends and enjoys the pure fun that Nintendo brings to gaming. Josh enjoys Nintendo gaming so much that he created this podcast to force people to join him and chat about it!

Episode 99 This episode Josh is joined by fellow maniac Andrew, who he met whilst retro gaming hunting in Japan. Andrew has an impressive collection of Nintendo items in his collection.  His YouTube channel is all about Nintendo and has teardowns, unique takes and more.Chapters:0:00 Cold Open and Maniac Chat with Andrew25:00 Question Mark Block! Discord Q&A - Third Party Games on Switch 21:00:30 New Release Acquired - Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour1:18:30 Splatoon Raiders1:24:00 Weird Nintendo  You can find Andrew and all of his work here:https://linktr.ee/N1ntenDr0meSupport Us!If you would like to support Nintendo Maniacs, please consider giving us a 5 star rating on Spotify/Apple Podcasts and click on the Linktree below to see our Patreon, Rebbubble store and socials: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our Discord for free: https://discord.gg/47TSQv6c4MPatreon!For monetary help please check out our Patreon page. We have multiple tiers with varying perks, including exclusive discord access, advertising and opportunities to contribute questions and topics to upcoming shows. We’ve also introduced a tier that gives you access to our Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Family Account (plus access to our discord and show shoutout). So if you haven’t got Nintendo Switch Online yet do consider checking this out as it’s cheaper than buying an individual membership. Limited spots so get in quick. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LINK: https://discord.gg/47TSQv6c4MThank you so much to our Patrons:SwitchingItUp_Game Buoy GamesSumoAbout Nintendo Maniacs!Nintendo Maniacs is a fortnightly, Nintendo-focussed podcast. Each episode Josh is joined by a special guest and they chat about what they love about Nintendo, and the special ways they show their passion. The host, Josh, has been a lifelong Nintendo fan who grew up on playing Nintendo consoles and handhelds. He has great memories of playing local multiplayer games with his brothers and friends and enjoys the pure fun that Nintendo brings to gaming. Josh enjoys Nintendo gaming so much that he created this podcast to force people to join him and chat about it!

Nintendo has just revealed a 17 minute video giving the lowdown on Donkey Kong Bananza - coming out 17 July 2025.Josh and Drew team up to discuss everything shown in the video as well as why they think that was the best standalone Nintendo Direct presentation ever. Feel free to also check out the podcast! Support Us!If you would like to support Nintendo Maniacs, please consider giving us a 5 star rating on Spotify/Apple Podcasts and click on the Linktree below to see our Patreon, Rebbubble store and socials: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our Discord for free: https://discord.gg/47TSQv6c4MPatreon!For monetary help please check out our Patreon page. We have multiple tiers with varying perks, including exclusive discord access, advertising and opportunities to contribute questions and topics to upcoming shows. We’ve also introduced a tier that gives you access to our Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Family Account (plus access to our discord and show shoutout). So if you haven’t got Nintendo Switch Online yet do consider checking this out as it’s cheaper than buying an individual membership. Limited spots so get in quick. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LINK: https://discord.gg/47TSQv6c4MThank you so much to our Patrons:SwitchingItUp_Game Buoy GamesSumoAbout Nintendo Maniacs!Nintendo Maniacs is a fortnightly, Nintendo-focussed podcast. Each episode Josh is joined by a special guest and they chat about what they love about Nintendo, and the special ways they show their passion. The host, Josh, has been a lifelong Nintendo fan who grew up on playing Nintendo consoles and handhelds. He has great memories of playing local multiplayer games with his brothers and friends and enjoys the pure fun that Nintendo brings to gaming. Josh enjoys Nintendo gaming so much that he created this podcast to force people to join him and chat about it!

Episode 98 This episode Josh is joined by fellow maniac Ben Shuster who is the Editor in Chief at Qualbert.com and the Marketing & Content Specialist for Spunge Games! Chapters:0:00 Cold Open0:59 Maniac Chat with Ben21:30 Question Mark Block! Discord Q&A45:02 New Release Acquired - Mario Kart World1:30:00 GameChat Summary1:37:38 Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour Summary1:46:40 Weird Nintendo  You can find Ben and all of his work here:Website: https://www.qualbert.com/X/Twitter: @Qualbert1Support Us! If you would like to support Nintendo Maniacs, please consider giving us a 5 star rating on Spotify/Apple Podcasts and click on the Linktree below to see our Patreon, Rebbubble store and socials: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our Discord for free: https://discord.gg/47TSQv6c4MPatreon! For monetary help please check out our Patreon page. We have multiple tiers with varying perks, including exclusive discord access, advertising and opportunities to contribute questions and topics to upcoming shows. We’ve also introduced a tier that gives you access to our Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Family Account (plus access to our discord and show shoutout). So if you haven’t got Nintendo Switch Online yet do consider checking this out as it’s cheaper than buying an individual membership. Limited spots so get in quick. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LINK: https://discord.gg/47TSQv6c4MThank you so much to our Patrons: SwitchingItUp_ Game Buoy Games SumoAbout Nintendo Maniacs! Nintendo Maniacs is a fortnightly, Nintendo-focussed podcast. Each episode Josh is joined by a special guest and they chat about what they love about Nintendo, and the special ways they show their passion. The host, Josh, has been a lifelong Nintendo fan who grew up on playing Nintendo consoles and handhelds. He has great memories of playing local multiplayer games with his brothers and friends and enjoys the pure fun that Nintendo brings to gaming. Josh enjoys Nintendo gaming so much that he created this podcast to force people to join him and chat about it!

WE'VE REBRANDED! Say goodbye to NintenVania and hello to Nintendo Maniacs! This episode Josh is joined by fellow maniac Drew Agnew - who is the host of The House of Mario podcast!Chapters:0:00 Cold Open0:41 Introductions3:25 Maniac Chat with Drew Agnew 7:20 Switch 2 hype 11:57 New format of Nintendo Maniacs15:12 Question Mark Block! Discord Q&A40:00 Day 1 Guide for Switch 21:00:00 Switch 1 Highlights 1:30:25 Weird Nintendo  You can find Drew and all of his work here:The House of Mario: ⁠https://thehouseofmario.captivate.fm/...X/Twitter: @idrewby @thehouseofmarioYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@iDrewby Support Us! If you would like to support Nintendo Maniacs, please consider giving us a 5 star rating on Spotify/Apple Podcasts and click on the Linktree below to see our Patreon, Rebbubble store and socials: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our Discord for free: https://discord.gg/47TSQv6c4M Patreon!For monetary help please check out our Patreon page. We have multiple tiers with varying perks, including exclusive discord access, advertising and opportunities to contribute questions and topics to upcoming shows. We’ve also introduced a tier that gives you access to our Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Family Account (plus access to our discord and show shoutout). So if you haven’t got Nintendo Switch Online yet do consider checking this out as it’s cheaper than buying an individual membership. Limited spots so get in quick. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LINK: https://discord.gg/47TSQv6c4M Thank you so much to our Patrons:SwitchingItUp_Game Buoy GamesSumo About Nintendo Maniacs!Nintendo Maniacs is a fortnightly, Nintendo-focussed podcast. Each episode Josh is joined by a special guest and they chat about what they love about Nintendo, and the special ways they show their passion. The host, Josh, has been a lifelong Nintendo fan who grew up on playing Nintendo consoles and handhelds. He has great memories of playing local multiplayer games with his brothers and friends and enjoys the pure fun that Nintendo brings to gaming. Josh enjoys Nintendo gaming so much that he created this podcast to force people to join him and chat about it!

Episode 96 This episode Josh is joined by Harrison, a co-host of the Nintendo Therapy podcast! Chapters:0:00 Intro with Guest5:06 Ice (Climbers) Breakers13:36 What we've been playing28:36 Switch 2 General Discussion40:11 Mario Kart World Developer Secrets1:00:36 Switch 1 Games Getting Upgrades1:10:26 Gamecube Games we want on NSO1:23:46 Weird NintendoYou can find Harrison and all of his work here:X/Twitter - @HarrisonTakes @nintendotherapyHarrison Talks Pod - https://www.youtube.com/@harrisontalkspodSupport Us! If you would like to support NintenVania, please consider giving us a 5 star rating on Spotify/Apple Podcasts and click on the Linktree below to see our Patreon, Rebbubble store and socials: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our Discord for free: https://discord.gg/47TSQv6c4MPatreon! For monetary help please check out our Patreon page. We have multiple tiers with varying perks, including exclusive discord access, advertising and opportunities to contribute questions and topics to upcoming shows. All Patreon tiers also give you access to the new podcast collaboration between Josh and Drew (from The House of Mario), called 'Heaps Good'. Every month the two will talk about things other than Nintendo with a few episodes already out! We’ve also introduced a tier that gives you access to our Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Family Account (plus access to our discord and show shoutout). So if you haven’t got Nintendo Switch Online yet do consider checking this out as it’s cheaper than buying an individual membership. Limited spots so get in quick. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LINK: https://discord.gg/47TSQv6c4MThank you so much to our Patrons:SwitchingItUp_Game Buoy GamesStellardafellarAbout NintenVania! NintenVania is a fortnightly, Nintendo-focussed podcast. Each episode Josh is joined by a special guest and they chat about what they love about Nintendo, and the special ways they show their passion. The host, Josh, has been a lifelong Nintendo fan who grew up on playing Nintendo consoles and handhelds. He has great memories of playing local multiplayer games with his brothers and friends and enjoys the pure fun that Nintendo brings to gaming. Josh enjoys Nintendo gaming so much that he created this podcast to force people to join him and chat about it!

Episode 95 This episode Josh goes over his time at the Switch 2 Experience in Melbourne!Check out his thoughts on the hardware, the games and the event itself. Support Us!If you would like to support NintenVania, please consider giving us a 5 star rating on Spotify/Apple Podcasts and click on the Linktree below to see our Patreon, Rebbubble store and socials: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our Discord for free: https://discord.gg/47TSQv6c4MPatreon!For monetary help please check out our Patreon page. We have multiple tiers with varying perks, including exclusive discord access, advertising and opportunities to contribute questions and topics to upcoming shows. All Patreon tiers also give you access to the new podcast collaboration between Josh and Drew (from The House of Mario), called 'Heaps Good'. Every month the two will talk about things other than Nintendo with a few episodes already out! We’ve also introduced a tier that gives you access to our Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Family Account (plus access to our discord and show shoutout). So if you haven’t got Nintendo Switch Online yet do consider checking this out as it’s cheaper than buying an individual membership. Limited spots so get in quick. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LINK: https://discord.gg/47TSQv6c4MThank you so much to our Patrons:SwitchingItUp_Game Buoy GamesStellardafellarAbout NintenVania!NintenVania is a fortnightly, Nintendo-focussed podcast. Each episode Josh is joined by a special guest and they chat about what they love about Nintendo, and the special ways they show their passion. The host, Josh, has been a lifelong Nintendo fan who grew up on playing Nintendo consoles and handhelds. He has great memories of playing local multiplayer games with his brothers and friends and enjoys the pure fun that Nintendo brings to gaming. Josh enjoys Nintendo gaming so much that he created this podcast to force people to join him and chat about it!

Episode 94This episode Josh is joined by Harry Kalogirou - a writer for Press Start Australia and a self-proclaimed sucker for Metroidvanias.Chapters:0:00 Intro with Guest13:15 New Release Acquired - Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition47:28 Mario Kart World Direct Reactions1:11:55 Weird Nintendo You can find Harry and all of his work here:Press Start Australia: Profile - https://press-start.com.au/author/harrykalogirou/Xenoblade X Review: https://press-start.com.au/reviews/nintendo-switch/2025/03/18/xenoblade-chronicles-x-definitive-edition-review-a-skell-above-the-rest/Expedition 33 Review - https://press-start.com.au/reviews/pc-reviews/2025/04/23/clair-obscur-expedition-33-review/X/Twitter @harry_kaloSupport Us!If you would like to support NintenVania, please consider giving us a 5 star rating on Spotify/Apple Podcasts and click on the Linktree below to see our Patreon, Rebbubble store and socials: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our Discord for free: https://discord.gg/47TSQv6c4MPatreon!For monetary help please check out our Patreon page. We have multiple tiers with varying perks, including exclusive discord access, advertising and opportunities to contribute questions and topics to upcoming shows. All Patreon tiers also give you access to the new podcast collaboration between Josh and Drew (from The House of Mario), called 'Heaps Good'. Every month the two will talk about things other than Nintendo with a few episodes already out! We’ve also introduced a tier that gives you access to our Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Family Account (plus access to our discord and show shoutout). So if you haven’t got Nintendo Switch Online yet do consider checking this out as it’s cheaper than buying an individual membership. Limited spots so get in quick. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LINK: https://discord.gg/47TSQv6c4MThank you so much to our Patrons:SwitchingItUp_Game Buoy GamesAbout NintenVania!NintenVania is a fortnightly, Nintendo-focussed podcast. Each episode Josh is joined by a special guest and they chat about what they love about Nintendo, and the special ways they show their passion. The host, Josh, has been a lifelong Nintendo fan who grew up on playing Nintendo consoles and handhelds. He has great memories of playing local multiplayer games with his brothers and friends and enjoys the pure fun that Nintendo brings to gaming. Josh enjoys Nintendo gaming so much that he created this podcast to force people to join him and chat about it!

Episode 93This episode Josh is joined by his now wife, Mikayla to discuss their time in Japan. This episode covers their trip to the Nintendo Museum, getting into a Pokemon Cafe, dining at Nintendo's original HQ and the amazing retro game scene.Support Us!If you would like to support NintenVania, please consider giving us a 5 star rating on Spotify/Apple Podcasts and click on the Linktree below to see our Patreon, Rebbubble store and socials: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/NintenVania⁠Join our Discord for free:⁠   / discord  ⁠Patreon!For monetary help please check out our Patreon page. We have multiple tiers with varying perks, including exclusive discord access, advertising and opportunities to contribute questions and topics to upcoming shows. All Patreon tiers also give you access to the new podcast collaboration between Josh and Drew (from The House of Mario), called 'Heaps Good'. Every month the two will talk about things other than Nintendo with a few episodes already out! We’ve also introduced a tier that gives you access to our Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Family Account (plus access to our discord and show shoutout). So if you haven’t got Nintendo Switch Online yet do consider checking this out as it’s cheaper than buying an individual membership. Limited spots so get in quick. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Thank you so much to our Patrons:SwitchingItUp_Game Buoy GamesAbout NintenVania!NintenVania is a fortnightly, Nintendo-focussed podcast. Each episode Josh is joined by a special guest and they chat about what they love about Nintendo, and the special ways they show their passion. The host, Josh, has been a lifelong Nintendo fan who grew up on playing Nintendo consoles and handhelds. He has great memories of playing local multiplayer games with his brothers and friends and enjoys the pure fun that Nintendo brings to gaming. Josh enjoys Nintendo gaming so much that he created this podcast to force people to join him and chat about it!

Episode 92 This is a very special recording of NintenVania with JT and Drew yet again joining forces and disecting the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct. Listen as they get a little crazy staying up late trying to pre-order the console too. Support Us!If you would like to support NintenVania, please consider giving us a 5 star rating on Spotify/Apple Podcasts and click on the Linktree below to see our Patreon, Rebbubble store and socials: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/NintenVania⁠Join our Discord for free:⁠   / discord  ⁠Patreon!For monetary help please check out our Patreon page. We have multiple tiers with varying perks, including exclusive discord access, advertising and opportunities to contribute questions and topics to upcoming shows. All Patreon tiers also give you access to the new podcast collaboration between Josh and Drew (from The House of Mario), called 'Heaps Good'. Every month the two will talk about things other than Nintendo with a few episodes already out! We’ve also introduced a tier that gives you access to our Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Family Account (plus access to our discord and show shoutout). So if you haven’t got Nintendo Switch Online yet do consider checking this out as it’s cheaper than buying an individual membership. Limited spots so get in quick. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Thank you so much to our Patrons:SwitchingItUp_Game Buoy GamesAbout NintenVania!NintenVania is a fortnightly, Nintendo-focussed podcast. Each episode Josh is joined by a special guest and they chat about what they love about Nintendo, and the special ways they show their passion. The host, Josh, has been a lifelong Nintendo fan who grew up on playing Nintendo consoles and handhelds. He has great memories of playing local multiplayer games with his brothers and friends and enjoys the pure fun that Nintendo brings to gaming. Josh enjoys Nintendo gaming so much that he created this podcast to force people to join him and chat about it!

Episode 91Well wasn’t that one of the weirdest Nintendo Directs ever? In this episode JT and Drew pair up to share their thoughts on what may well be the last dedicated Nintendo Direct to the Nintendo Switch.  Plus we share some things that you might have missed from the presentation.Support Us!If you would like to support NintenVania, please consider giving us a 5 star rating on Spotify/Apple Podcasts and click on the Linktree below to see our Patreon, Rebbubble store and socials: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/NintenVania⁠Join our Discord for free:⁠   / discord  ⁠Patreon!For monetary help please check out our Patreon page. We have multiple tiers with varying perks, including exclusive discord access, advertising and opportunities to contribute questions and topics to upcoming shows. All Patreon tiers also give you access to the new podcast collaboration between Josh and Drew (from The House of Mario), called 'Heaps Good'. Every month the two will talk about things other than Nintendo with a few episodes already out! We’ve also introduced a tier that gives you access to our Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Family Account (plus access to our discord and show shoutout). So if you haven’t got Nintendo Switch Online yet do consider checking this out as it’s cheaper than buying an individual membership. Limited spots so get in quick. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Thank you so much to our Patrons:SwitchingItUp_Game Buoy GamesAbout NintenVania!NintenVania is a fortnightly, Nintendo-focussed podcast. Each episode Josh is joined by a special guest and they chat about what they love about Nintendo, and the special ways they show their passion. The host, Josh, has been a lifelong Nintendo fan who grew up on playing Nintendo consoles and handhelds. He has great memories of playing local multiplayer games with his brothers and friends and enjoys the pure fun that Nintendo brings to gaming. Josh enjoys Nintendo gaming so much that he created this podcast to force people to join him and chat about it!

Episode 90This episode Josh is joined by his now wife, Mikayla to discuss their time in Japan. This episode covers their trip to Universal Studios Japan (including the new Donkey Kong Country), Josh’s weird in-life ordeal with a game called Paranormasight, and their pick ups from the various Nintendo stores and Pokemon Centres. Support Us!If you would like to support NintenVania, please consider giving us a 5 star rating on Spotify/Apple Podcasts and click on the Linktree below to see our Patreon, Rebbubble store and socials: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/NintenVaniaJoin our Discord for free:   / discord  Patreon!For monetary help please check out our Patreon page. We have multiple tiers with varying perks, including exclusive discord access, advertising and opportunities to contribute questions and topics to upcoming shows. All Patreon tiers also give you access to the new podcast collaboration between Josh and Drew (from The House of Mario), called 'Heaps Good'. Every month the two will talk about things other than Nintendo with a few episodes already out! We’ve also introduced a tier that gives you access to our Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Family Account (plus access to our discord and show shoutout). So if you haven’t got Nintendo Switch Online yet do consider checking this out as it’s cheaper than buying an individual membership. Limited spots so get in quick. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Thank you so much to our Patrons:SwitchingItUp_Game Buoy GamesAbout NintenVania!NintenVania is a fortnightly, Nintendo-focussed podcast. Each episode Josh is joined by a special guest and they chat about what they love about Nintendo, and the special ways they show their passion. The host, Josh, has been a lifelong Nintendo fan who grew up on playing Nintendo consoles and handhelds. He has great memories of playing local multiplayer games with his brothers and friends and enjoys the pure fun that Nintendo brings to gaming. Josh enjoys Nintendo gaming so much that he created this podcast to force people to join him and chat about it!

GIVEAWAY! To be in the running to win a Donkey Kong plush, you’re going to have to hunt for the KONG letters in this episode of the podcast. Keep an ear out for the four letter noises that will be scattered throughout. Make note of the minute they are played and let me know via email ([email protected]) where they were and you’ll be in the running to win! Plus if you retweet the promotional post I do on Twitter/X you get a bonus entry! I will be announcing the winner during the following episode of NintenVania! Good luck! Episode 89 This episode Josh is joined by Metroid Mike! Mike created the very popular Super Mario Bros 5 within Super Mario Maker 2. We chat about he went about making the levels and more! Chapters:⁠⁠⁠⁠ 0:00 Interview with Mike on Super Mario Bros 5 (Super Mario Maker 2) 43:45 New Release Acquired - Donkey Kong Country Returns HD 1:15:48 Weird Nintendo You can find Mike and all of his work at: Twitter/X: @Metroidmike64 His Super Mario Maker 2 Worlds: Super Mario Bros 5: 0G9-XN4-FNF Super Mario Bros Remix: 90V-9C9-3PF Support Us! If you would like to support NintenVania, please consider giving us a 5 star rating on Spotify/Apple Podcasts and click on the Linktree below to see our Patreon, Rebbubble store and socials: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/NintenVania Join our Discord for free: https://discord.gg/zAsxm53f⁠⁠⁠ Patreon! For monetary help please check out our Patreon page. We have multiple tiers with varying perks, including exclusive discord access, advertising and opportunities to contribute questions and topics to upcoming shows. All Patreon tiers also give you access to the new podcast collaboration between Josh and Drew (from The House of Mario), called 'Heaps Good'. Every month the two will talk about things other than Nintendo with a few episodes already out! We’ve also introduced a tier that gives you access to our Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Family Account (plus access to our discord and show shoutout). So if you haven’t got Nintendo Switch Online yet do consider checking this out as it’s cheaper than buying an individual membership. Limited spots so get in quick. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ About NintenVania!NintenVania is a fortnightly, Nintendo-focussed podcast. Each episode Josh is joined by a special guest and they chat about what they love about Nintendo, and the special ways they show their passion. The host, Josh, has been a lifelong Nintendo fan who grew up on playing Nintendo consoles and handhelds. He has great memories of playing local multiplayer games with his brothers and friends and enjoys the pure fun that Nintendo brings to gaming. Josh enjoys Nintendo gaming so much that he created this podcast to force people to join him and chat about it!

Episode 88 Hey all, This is a very special joint episode of The House of Mario and NintenVania. I was joined by my podcasting buddy, Drew, to discuss that Switch 2 reveal. We discuss the look of the system, the name, the leaks, that Mario Kart tease and all of the hype in the lead up. You can find Drew and all of his work at: The House of Mario: ⁠https://thehouseofmario.captivate.fm/...⁠ X/Twitter: @idrewby @thehouseofmario YouTube: @thehouseofmario5050 Support Us! If you would like to support NintenVania, please consider giving us a 5 star rating on Spotify/Apple Podcasts and click on the Linktree below to see our Patreon, Rebbubble store and socials: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/NintenVania Join our Discord for free: https://discord.gg/zAsxm53f⁠⁠⁠ Patreon! For monetary help please check out our Patreon page. We have multiple tiers with varying perks, including exclusive discord access, advertising and opportunities to contribute questions and topics to upcoming shows. All Patreon tiers also give you access to the new podcast collaboration between Josh and Drew (from The House of Mario), called 'Heaps Good'. Every month the two will talk about things other than Nintendo with a few episodes already out! We’ve also introduced a tier that gives you access to our Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Family Account (plus access to our discord and show shoutout). So if you haven’t got Nintendo Switch Online yet do consider checking this out as it’s cheaper than buying an individual membership. Limited spots so get in quick. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ About NintenVania! NintenVania is a fortnightly, Nintendo-focussed podcast. Each episode Josh is joined by a special guest and they chat about what they love about Nintendo, and the special ways they show their passion. The host, Josh, has been a lifelong Nintendo fan who grew up on playing Nintendo consoles and handhelds. He has great memories of playing local multiplayer games with his brothers and friends and enjoys the pure fun that Nintendo brings to gaming. Josh enjoys Nintendo gaming so much that he created this podcast to force people to join him and chat about it!

Episode 87 This episode Josh is joined by Drew Agnew, host of The House of Mario - a South Australian Nintendo podcast!  Chapters:⁠⁠⁠⁠ 0:00 Intro/ What we’ve been playing 28:39 Our 2025 Nintendo Predictions 2:03:03 Weird Nintendo Weird Nintendo Blue Dog Video: Why Majora's Mask's Blue Dog Took 25 Years to Win the Race https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y1l6Xj4PLEk You can find Drew and all of his work at: The House of Mario: ⁠https://thehouseofmario.captivate.fm/...⁠ X/Twitter: @idrewby @thehouseofmario YouTube: @thehouseofmario5050 Support Us! If you would like to support NintenVania, please consider giving us a 5 star rating on Spotify/Apple Podcasts and click on the Linktree below to see our Patreon, Rebbubble store and socials: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/NintenVania Join our Discord for free: https://discord.gg/zAsxm53f⁠⁠⁠ Patreon! For monetary help please check out our Patreon page. We have multiple tiers with varying perks, including exclusive discord access, advertising and opportunities to contribute questions and topics to upcoming shows. All Patreon tiers also give you access to the new podcast collaboration between Josh and Drew (from The House of Mario), called 'Heaps Good'. Every month the two will talk about things other than Nintendo with a few episodes already out! We’ve also introduced a tier that gives you access to our Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Family Account (plus access to our discord and show shoutout). So if you haven’t got Nintendo Switch Online yet do consider checking this out as it’s cheaper than buying an individual membership. Limited spots so get in quick. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ About NintenVania! NintenVania is a fortnightly, Nintendo-focussed podcast. Each episode Josh is joined by a special guest and they chat about what they love about Nintendo, and the special ways they show their passion. The host, Josh, has been a lifelong Nintendo fan who grew up on playing Nintendo consoles and handhelds. He has great memories of playing local multiplayer games with his brothers and friends and enjoys the pure fun that Nintendo brings to gaming. Josh enjoys Nintendo gaming so much that he created this podcast to force people to join him and chat about it!

Episode 86 This episode Josh is joined by his brother, Nick! In this episode they share their favourite Christmas gaming memories, gaming in the early 2000s, the literal Super Smash Bros moment they had together and more!  You can find Nick and all of his work at: Instagram: @nickthunig  Support Us! If you would like to support NintenVania, please consider giving us a 5 star rating on Spotify/Apple Podcasts and click on the Linktree below to see our Patreon, Rebbubble store and socials: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/NintenVania Join our Discord for free: https://discord.gg/zAsxm53f⁠⁠⁠ Patreon! For monetary help please check out our Patreon page. We have multiple tiers with varying perks, including exclusive discord access, advertising and opportunities to contribute questions and topics to upcoming shows. All Patreon tiers also give you access to the new podcast collaboration between Josh and Drew (from The House of Mario), called 'Heaps Good'. Every month the two will talk about things other than Nintendo with a few episodes already out! We’ve also introduced a tier that gives you access to our Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Family Account (plus access to our discord and show shoutout). So if you haven’t got Nintendo Switch Online yet do consider checking this out as it’s cheaper than buying an individual membership. Limited spots so get in quick.

Episode 85 This episode Josh is joined by Barry Carenza of Nintendo Fuse podcast and also from Premium Edition Games Chapters:⁠⁠⁠⁠ 0:00 Intro/Guest⁠⁠ (Ice Climber Breakers) 7:00  What we’ve been playing 22:10 Nintendo Switch Online Updates 37:30 Nintendo at The Game Awards 50:02 Nintendo’s 2024 - Year in Review 1:45:50 Weird Nintendo You can find Barry and all of his work at: You can find Barry/Premium Edition Games on:Twitter/X:@HawkHellfire@PremiumEdition1 Nintendo Fuse: https://nintendofuse.com/podcast/ And Premium Edition Games:https://premiumeditiongames.com/ Support Us! If you would like to support NintenVania, please consider giving us a 5 star rating on Spotify/Apple Podcasts and click on the Linktree below to see our Patreon, Rebbubble store and socials: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/NintenVania Join our Discord for free: https://discord.gg/zAsxm53f⁠⁠⁠ Patreon! For monetary help please check out our Patreon page. We have multiple tiers with varying perks, including exclusive discord access, advertising and opportunities to contribute questions and topics to upcoming shows. All Patreon tiers also give you access to the new podcast collaboration between Josh and Drew (from The House of Mario), called 'Heaps Good'. Every month the two will talk about things other than Nintendo with a few episodes already out! We’ve also introduced a tier that gives you access to our Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Family Account (plus access to our discord and show shoutout). So if you haven’t got Nintendo Switch Online yet do consider checking this out as it’s cheaper than buying an individual membership. Limited spots so get in quick. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Episode 84 This episode Josh is joined by DanPar aka Daniel who is a New York based Nintendo content creator making unboxing, review and gameplay videos on YouTube Chapters:⁠⁠⁠⁠ 0:00 Intro/Guest⁠⁠ (Ice Climber Breakers) 9:53  What we’ve been playing 34:15 Mario & Luigi: Brothership - New Release Acquired 1:09:22 Nintendo Financials 1:25:35 Switch successor backwards compatible 1:29:38 Donkey Kong Country Nintendo Direct 1:36:55 Weird Nintendo You can find DanPar (Daniel) and all of his work at: Twitch twitch.tv/danpar01 YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@DanPar Twitter @_danpar Support Us! If you would like to support NintenVania, please consider giving us a 5 star rating on Spotify/Apple Podcasts and click on the Linktree below to see our Patreon, Rebbubble store and socials: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/NintenVania Join our Discord for free: https://discord.gg/zAsxm53f⁠⁠⁠ Patreon! For monetary help please check out our Patreon page. We have multiple tiers with varying perks, including exclusive discord access, advertising and opportunities to contribute questions and topics to upcoming shows. All Patreon tiers also give you access to the new podcast collaboration between Josh and Drew (from The House of Mario), called 'Heaps Good'. Every month the two will talk about things other than Nintendo with a few episodes already out! We’ve also introduced a tier that gives you access to our Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Family Account (plus access to our discord and show shoutout). So if you haven’t got Nintendo Switch Online yet do consider checking this out as it’s cheaper than buying an individual membership. Limited spots so get in quick. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Link: https://linktr.ee/NintenVania About NintenVania! NintenVania is a fortnightly, Nintendo-focussed podcast. Each episode Josh is joined by a special guest and they chat about what they love about Nintendo, and the special ways they show their passion. The host, Josh, has been a lifelong Nintendo fan who grew up on playing Nintendo consoles and handhelds. He has great memories of playing local multiplayer games with his brothers and friends and enjoys the pure fun that Nintendo brings to gaming. Josh enjoys Nintendo gaming so much that he created this podcast to force people to join him and chat about it!

Episode 83 This episode Josh is joined by SwiftJar who is a Nintendo content creator primarily focused on all things Mario Kart, Mario Party & Mario related topics with a big YouTube channel.  Chapters:⁠⁠⁠⁠ 0:00 Intro/Guest⁠⁠ (Ice Climber Breakers) 9:50 What we’ve been playing 15:13 Super Mario Party Jamboree - New Release Acquired 49:55 Nintendo Switch Online Game Updates 54:36 Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition 59:25 Nintendo Music 1:10:30 Weird Nintendo You can find SwiftJar (Andrew) and all of his work at: Twitch twitch.tv/Swiftjar Twitter twitter.com/Swiftjar Discord discord.com/invite/Sj2PHzw3kz TikTok tiktok.com/@swiftjar Instagram instagram.com/andrewbarbara_ Support Us! If you would like to support NintenVania, please consider giving us a 5 star rating on Spotify/Apple Podcasts and click on the Linktree below to see our Patreon, Rebbubble store and socials: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/NintenVania Join our Discord for free: https://discord.gg/zAsxm53f⁠⁠⁠ Patreon! For monetary help please check out our Patreon page. We have multiple tiers with varying perks, including exclusive discord access, advertising and opportunities to contribute questions and topics to upcoming shows. All Patreon tiers also give you access to the new podcast collaboration between Josh and Drew (from The House of Mario), called 'Heaps Good'. Every month the two will talk about things other than Nintendo with a few episodes already out! We’ve also introduced a tier that gives you access to our Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Family Account (plus access to our discord and show shoutout). So if you haven’t got Nintendo Switch Online yet do consider checking this out as it’s cheaper than buying an individual membership. Limited spots so get in quick. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Link: https://linktr.ee/NintenVania About NintenVania! NintenVania is a fortnightly, Nintendo-focussed podcast. Each episode Josh is joined by a special guest and they chat about what they love about Nintendo, and the special ways they show their passion. The host, Josh, has been a lifelong Nintendo fan who grew up on playing Nintendo consoles and handhelds. He has great memories of playing local multiplayer games with his brothers and friends and enjoys the pure fun that Nintendo brings to gaming. Josh enjoys Nintendo gaming so much that he created this podcast to force people to join him and chat about it!

Episode 82 This episode Josh is joined by Jefftendo who is an avid Nintendo collector with one of the best looking games rooms out there.  Chapters:⁠⁠⁠⁠ 0:00 Intro/Guest⁠⁠ (Ice Climber Breakers) 17:30 PAX Australia 30:25 What we’ve been playing 39:00 Super Mario Party Jamboree  56:54 Alarmo!  1:15:35 The Nintendo Global Playtest is an MMO?! 1:26:06 Weird Nintendo  You can find Jeff and all of his work at: Instagram: @jeff.tendo YouTube: jefftendo Support Us! If you would like to support NintenVania, please consider giving us a 5 star rating on Spotify/Apple Podcasts and click on the Linktree below to see our Patreon, Rebbubble store and socials: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/NintenVania Join our Discord for free: https://discord.gg/zAsxm53f⁠⁠⁠ Patreon! For monetary help please check out our Patreon page. We have multiple tiers with varying perks, including exclusive discord access, advertising and opportunities to contribute questions and topics to upcoming shows. All Patreon tiers also give you access to the new podcast collaboration between Josh and Drew (from The House of Mario), called 'Heaps Good'. Every month the two will talk about things other than Nintendo with a few episodes already out! We’ve also introduced a tier that gives you access to our Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Family Account (plus access to our discord and show shoutout). So if you haven’t got Nintendo Switch Online yet do consider checking this out as it’s cheaper than buying an individual membership. Limited spots so get in quick. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Link: https://linktr.ee/NintenVania About NintenVania! NintenVania is a fortnightly, Nintendo-focussed podcast. Each episode Josh is joined by a special guest and they chat about what they love about Nintendo, and the special ways they show their passion. The host, Josh, has been a lifelong Nintendo fan who grew up on playing Nintendo consoles and handhelds. He has great memories of playing local multiplayer games with his brothers and friends and enjoys the pure fun that Nintendo brings to gaming. Josh enjoys Nintendo gaming so much that he created this podcast to force people to join him and chat about it!

Episode 81 This episode Josh is joined by Mikky as they record in person to disucss Echoes of Wisdom! Chapters:⁠⁠⁠⁠ 0:00 Intro 8:21 New Release Acquired: Echoes of Wisdom 1:17:50 F-Zero NSO and F-Zero 99 1:22:00 Weird Nintendo Support Us! If you would like to support NintenVania, please consider giving us a 5 star rating on Spotify/Apple Podcasts and click on the Linktree below to see our Patreon, Rebbubble store and socials: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/NintenVania Join our Discord for free: https://discord.gg/zAsxm53f⁠⁠⁠ Patreon! For monetary help please check out our Patreon page. We have multiple tiers with varying perks, including exclusive discord access, advertising and opportunities to contribute questions and topics to upcoming shows. All Patreon tiers also give you access to the new podcast collaboration between Josh and Drew (from The House of Mario), called 'Heaps Good'. Every month the two will talk about things other than Nintendo with a few episodes already out! We’ve also introduced a tier that gives you access to our Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Family Account (plus access to our discord and show shoutout). So if you haven’t got Nintendo Switch Online yet do consider checking this out as it’s cheaper than buying an individual membership. Limited spots so get in quick. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Link: https://linktr.ee/NintenVania About NintenVania! NintenVania is a fortnightly, Nintendo-focussed podcast. Each episode Josh is joined by a special guest and they chat about what they love about Nintendo, and the special ways they show their passion. The host, Josh, has been a lifelong Nintendo fan who grew up on playing Nintendo consoles and handhelds. He has great memories of playing local multiplayer games with his brothers and friends and enjoys the pure fun that Nintendo brings to gaming. Josh enjoys Nintendo gaming so much that he created this podcast to force people to join him and chat about it!

Episode 80 This episode Josh is joined by Abram Buehner, a Senior Business Development Manager @ LostInCult, and the co-host of @BackLogBanter. Chapters:⁠⁠⁠⁠ 0:00 Intro/Guest⁠⁠ (Ice Climber Breakers) 20:30 What we've been playing⁠⁠ 36:30 Nintendo's lawsuit against Pocketpair/Palworld 47:10 Chance Time - Switch Successor Rumours 1:16:38 Weird Nintendo You can find Abram and all of his work at: Twitter/X: @AbramBuehner @BackLogBanter Support Us! If you would like to support NintenVania, please consider giving us a 5 star rating on Spotify/Apple Podcasts and click on the Linktree below to see our Patreon, Rebbubble store and socials: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/NintenVania Join our Discord for free: https://discord.gg/zAsxm53f⁠⁠⁠ Patreon! For monetary help please check out our Patreon page. We have multiple tiers with varying perks, including exclusive discord access, advertising and opportunities to contribute questions and topics to upcoming shows. All Patreon tiers also give you access to the new podcast collaboration between Josh and Drew (from The House of Mario), called 'Heaps Good'. Every month the two will talk about things other than Nintendo with a few episodes already out! We’ve also introduced a tier that gives you access to our Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Family Account (plus access to our discord and show shoutout). So if you haven’t got Nintendo Switch Online yet do consider checking this out as it’s cheaper than buying an individual membership. Limited spots so get in quick. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Link: https://linktr.ee/NintenVania About NintenVania! NintenVania is a fortnightly, Nintendo-focussed podcast. Each episode Josh is joined by a special guest and they chat about what they love about Nintendo, and the special ways they show their passion. The host, Josh, has been a lifelong Nintendo fan who grew up on playing Nintendo consoles and handhelds. He has great memories of playing local multiplayer games with his brothers and friends and enjoys the pure fun that Nintendo brings to gaming. Josh enjoys Nintendo gaming so much that he created this podcast to force people to join him and chat about it!

Episode 79 This episode Josh is joined by Oliver Brandt - who is a staff writer at GLHF working on Men's Journal VG & Streaming and is the deputy editor and community manager of Vooks, which is a website dedicated to Australian Nintendo news, reviews, bargain roundups and more. He also hosts the Vookcast: Australia’s Nintendo Podcast Chapters:⁠⁠⁠⁠ 0:00 Intro/Guest⁠⁠ (Ice Climber Breakers) 15:30 What we've been playing⁠⁠ 19:40 New Release Acquired: Emio - The Smiling Man 1:05:40 Nintendo Museum 1:12:08 Indie World/Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase 1:25:55 Chance Time - Switch Successor Rumours 1:38:40 Weird Nintendo You can find Oliver and all of his work at: Twitter/X: @Chocobalt Vooks: Vooks.net Men's Health: https://www.mensjournal.com/tag/streaming/ Support Us! If you would like to support NintenVania, please consider giving us a 5 star rating on Spotify/Apple Podcasts and click on the Linktree below to see our Patreon, Rebbubble store and socials: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/NintenVania Join our Discord for free: https://discord.gg/zAsxm53f⁠⁠⁠ Patreon! For monetary help please check out our Patreon page. We have multiple tiers with varying perks, including exclusive discord access, advertising and opportunities to contribute questions and topics to upcoming shows. All Patreon tiers also give you access to the new podcast collaboration between Josh and Drew (from The House of Mario), called 'Heaps Good'. Every month the two will talk about things other than Nintendo with a few episodes already out! We’ve also introduced a tier that gives you access to our Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Family Account (plus access to our discord and show shoutout). So if you haven’t got Nintendo Switch Online yet do consider checking this out as it’s cheaper than buying an individual membership. Limited spots so get in quick. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Link: https://linktr.ee/NintenVania About NintenVania! NintenVania is a fortnightly, Nintendo-focussed podcast. Each episode Josh is joined by a special guest and they chat about what they love about Nintendo, and the special ways they show their passion. The host, Josh, has been a lifelong Nintendo fan who grew up on playing Nintendo consoles and handhelds. He has great memories of playing local multiplayer games with his brothers and friends and enjoys the pure fun that Nintendo brings to gaming. Josh enjoys Nintendo gaming so much that he created this podcast to force people to join him and chat about it!

Episode 78 This episode Josh is joined by Kieran (HopkGaming), Zach (Eggerino/Eggmond) and Dan (SwitchingItUp_) to discuss Nintendo Live Sydney 2024! Listen to find out what happened at the event, what worked well and didn't, and will the event ever return? You can find our guests work at: Zach (Eggerino/Eggmond) Twitter/X: @eggerino AND @blowcartpod Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/blowing-cartridges/id1522263460 Dan (SwitchingItUp_) Instagram: @switchingitup_ Tiktok: switchingitup_X/Twitter:@switchingitup_ Kieran (Hopk Gaming) Twitter/X: @hopkGaming YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@hopkgaming Support Us! If you would like to support NintenVania, please consider giving us a 5 star rating on Spotify/Apple Podcasts and click on the Linktree below to see our Patreon, Rebbubble store and socials: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/NintenVania Join our Discord for free: https://discord.gg/zAsxm53f⁠⁠⁠ Patreon! For monetary help please check out our Patreon page. We have multiple tiers with varying perks, including exclusive discord access, advertising and opportunities to contribute questions and topics to upcoming shows. All Patreon tiers also give you access to the new podcast collaboration between Josh and Drew (from The House of Mario), called 'Heaps Good'. Every month the two will talk about things other than Nintendo with a few episodes already out! We’ve also introduced a tier that gives you access to our Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Family Account (plus access to our discord and show shoutout). So if you haven’t got Nintendo Switch Online yet do consider checking this out as it’s cheaper than buying an individual membership. Limited spots so get in quick. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Link: https://linktr.ee/NintenVania About NintenVania! NintenVania is a fortnightly, Nintendo-focussed podcast. Each episode Josh is joined by a special guest and they chat about what they love about Nintendo, and the special ways they show their passion. The host, Josh, has been a lifelong Nintendo fan who grew up on playing Nintendo consoles and handhelds. He has great memories of playing local multiplayer games with his brothers and friends and enjoys the pure fun that Nintendo brings to gaming. Josh enjoys Nintendo gaming so much that he created this podcast to force people to join him and chat about it!

Episode 77 This episode Josh is joined by Chris Ticehurst - the host of the YouTube channel Nintendo Ninja News - a channel that covers the latest news and discussions on the world of Nintendo. Chapters:⁠⁠⁠⁠ 0:00 Intro/Guest⁠⁠ (Ice Climber Breakers) 14:10 What we've been playing⁠⁠ 21:50 LoZ: Echoes of Wisdom Overview Trailer 28:20 Nintendo Multiplayer Sale 31:18 Chance Time - Switch Successor Rumours 48:25 The biggest Nintendo games you've never played 1:16:16 Weird Nintendo You can find Chris and all of his work at: Twitter/X: @nintyninjanews @christicehurst YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@nintendoninjanews Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/nintendoninjanews Support Us! If you would like to support NintenVania, please consider giving us a 5 star rating on Spotify/Apple Podcasts and click on the Linktree below to see our Patreon, Rebbubble store and socials: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/NintenVania Join our Discord for free: https://discord.gg/zAsxm53f⁠⁠⁠ Patreon! For monetary help please check out our Patreon page. We have multiple tiers with varying perks, including exclusive discord access, advertising and opportunities to contribute questions and topics to upcoming shows. All Patreon tiers also give you access to the new podcast collaboration between Josh and Drew (from The House of Mario), called 'Heaps Good'. Every month the two will talk about things other than Nintendo with a few episodes already out! We’ve also introduced a tier that gives you access to our Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Family Account (plus access to our discord and show shoutout). So if you haven’t got Nintendo Switch Online yet do consider checking this out as it’s cheaper than buying an individual membership. Limited spots so get in quick. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Link: https://linktr.ee/NintenVania About NintenVania! NintenVania is a fortnightly, Nintendo-focussed podcast. Each episode Josh is joined by a special guest and they chat about what they love about Nintendo, and the special ways they show their passion. The host, Josh, has been a lifelong Nintendo fan who grew up on playing Nintendo consoles and handhelds. He has great memories of playing local multiplayer games with his brothers and friends and enjoys the pure fun that Nintendo brings to gaming. Josh enjoys Nintendo gaming so much that he created this podcast to force people to join him and chat about it!  

Episode 76 This episode Josh is joined by SwitchingItUp_ (aka Dan) who is a prominent Australian Nintendo content creator and writer for Quest Daily. Chapters:⁠⁠⁠⁠ 0:00 Intro/Guest⁠⁠ 10:05 What we've been playing⁠⁠ 23:40 Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition 1:01:58 The History of Nintendo World Championships 1:17:01 New Famicom Detective Club game⁠⁠ 1:24:05 Nintendo Sales update⁠⁠ 1:33:25 Pokemon Mystery Dungeon NSO 1:37:20 Weird Nintendo You can find Dan and all of his work at: Instagram: @switchingitup_ Tiktok: switchingitup_ X/Twitter:@switchingitup_ Support Us! If you would like to support NintenVania, please consider giving us a 5 star rating on Spotify/Apple Podcasts and click on the Linktree below to see our Patreon, Rebbubble store and socials: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/NintenVania Join our Discord for free: https://discord.gg/zAsxm53f⁠⁠⁠ Patreon! For monetary help please check out our Patreon page. We have multiple tiers with varying perks, including exclusive discord access, advertising and opportunities to contribute questions and topics to upcoming shows. All Patreon tiers also give you access to the new podcast collaboration between Josh and Drew (from The House of Mario), called 'Heaps Good'. Every month the two will talk about things other than Nintendo with a few episodes already out! We’ve also introduced a tier that gives you access to our Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Family Account (plus access to our discord and show shoutout). So if you haven’t got Nintendo Switch Online yet do consider checking this out as it’s cheaper than buying an individual membership. Limited spots so get in quick. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠About NintenVania!NintenVania is a fortnightly, Nintendo-focussed podcast. Each episode Josh is joined by a special guest and they chat about what they love about Nintendo, and the special ways they show their passion. The host, Josh, has been a lifelong Nintendo fan who grew up on playing Nintendo consoles and handhelds. He has great memories of playing local multiplayer games with his brothers and friends and enjoys the pure fun that Nintendo brings to gaming. Josh enjoys Nintendo gaming so much that he created this podcast to force people to join him and chat about it!

Episode 75 This episode Josh is joined by Brad Goodwin the founder of Next Play Australia. Chapters:⁠⁠⁠⁠ 0:00 Intro/Guest⁠⁠ 18:00 What we've been playing⁠⁠ 29:40 Nintendo Switch Sports Basketball⁠⁠ 33:03 EMIO??? 37:55 F-Zero 99 Update⁠⁠ 40:30 NSO Updates⁠⁠ 44:38 Games Media in Australia 56:59 Weird Nintendo You can find Brad and all of his work at: X/Twitter: @brad_exp and @NextPlayAU Website: https://next-play.com.au/ Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/2poywmH4BeIDKu7Rwy2STk?si=8fa2708ff1f843f9 Support Us! If you would like to support NintenVania, please consider giving us a 5 star rating on Spotify/Apple Podcasts and click on the Linktree below to see our Patreon, Rebbubble store and socials: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/NintenVania Join our Discord for free: https://discord.gg/zAsxm53f⁠⁠⁠ Patreon! For monetary help please check out our Patreon page. We have multiple tiers with varying perks, including exclusive discord access, advertising and opportunities to contribute questions and topics to upcoming shows. All Patreon tiers also give you access to the new podcast collaboration between Josh and Drew (from The House of Mario), called 'Heaps Good'. Every month the two will talk about things other than Nintendo with a few episodes already out! We’ve also introduced a tier that gives you access to our Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Family Account (plus access to our discord and show shoutout). So if you haven’t got Nintendo Switch Online yet do consider checking this out as it’s cheaper than buying an individual membership. Limited spots so get in quick. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠About NintenVania!NintenVania is a fortnightly, Nintendo-focussed podcast. Each episode Josh is joined by a special guest and they chat about what they love about Nintendo, and the special ways they show their passion. The host, Josh, has been a lifelong Nintendo fan who grew up on playing Nintendo consoles and handhelds. He has great memories of playing local multiplayer games with his brothers and friends and enjoys the pure fun that Nintendo brings to gaming. Josh enjoys Nintendo gaming so much that he created this podcast to force people to join him and chat about it!

Episode 74 This episode Josh is joined by Ben Schuster the founder of Qualbert.com and its Editor-in-Chief. They’ve also recently joined Toast Interactive as a Social Media & Senior Content Specialist.  Chapters:⁠⁠0:00⁠⁠ Intro/Guest⁠17:15⁠⁠ What we've been playing⁠⁠37:10 New Release Acquired: Luigi's Mansion 2 HD⁠⁠1:08:55 Nintendo Live Sydney1:12:58⁠ Pyoro Leaker is no more⁠⁠1:18:30 Scary things that could continue with Switch successor 1:48:48⁠ Weird Nintendo You can find Ben and all of his work at: X/Twitter: @Qualbert1Qualbert: https://www.qualbert.com/ https://linktr.ee/ToastInteractiveSupport Us!If you would like to support NintenVania, please consider giving us a 5 star rating on Spotify/Apple Podcasts and click on the Linktree below to see our Patreon, Rebbubble store and socials: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/NintenVania?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=fc8bacb7-31f9-432c-b416-6ae058a39477 Join our Discord for free: https://discord.gg/zAsxm53f ⁠⁠⁠Patreon! For monetary help please check out our Patreon page. We have multiple tiers with varying perks, including exclusive discord access, advertising and opportunities to contribute questions and topics to upcoming shows. All Patreon tiers also give you access to the new podcast collaboration between Josh and Drew (from The House of Mario), called 'Heaps Good'. Every month the two will talk about things other than Nintendo with a few episodes already out! We’ve also introduced a tier that gives you access to our Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Family Account (plus access to our discord and show shoutout). So if you haven’t got Nintendo Switch Online yet do consider checking this out as it’s cheaper than buying an individual membership. Limited spots so get in quick. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/NintenVania?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=fc8bacb7-31f9-432c-b416-6ae058a39477 About NintenVania!NintenVania is a fortnightly, Nintendo-focussed podcast. Each episode Josh is joined by a special guest and they chat about what they love about Nintendo, and the special ways they show their passion. The host, Josh, has been a lifelong Nintendo fan who grew up on playing Nintendo consoles and handhelds. He has great memories of playing local multiplayer games with his brothers and friends and enjoys the pure fun that Nintendo brings to gaming. Josh enjoys Nintendo gaming so much that he created this podcast to force people to join him and chat about it!

Episode 73 This episode Josh is doing a sole recording to share his thoughts on the June Nintendo Direct. And what a Direct it was! Support Us! If you would like to support NintenVania, please consider giving us a 5 star rating on Spotify/Apple Podcasts and click on the Linktree below to see our Patreon, Rebbubble store and socials: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/NintenVania?utm_sou...⁠ Join our Discord for free: ⁠https://discord.gg/zAsxm53f⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Patreon! For monetary help please check out our Patreon page. We have multiple tiers with varying perks, including exclusive discord access, advertising and opportunities to contribute questions and topics to upcoming shows. All Patreon tiers also give you access to the new podcast collaboration between Josh and Drew (from The House of Mario), called 'Heaps Good'. Every month the two will talk about things other than Nintendo with a few episodes already out! We’ve also introduced a tier that gives you access to our Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Family Account (plus access to our discord and show shoutout). So if you haven’t got Nintendo Switch Online yet do consider checking this out as it’s cheaper than buying an individual membership. Limited spots so get in quick. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/NintenVania?utm_sou...⁠ About NintenVania! NintenVania is a fortnightly, Nintendo-focussed podcast. Each episode Josh is joined by a special guest and they chat about what they love about Nintendo, and the special ways they show their passion. The host, Josh, has been a lifelong Nintendo fan who grew up on playing Nintendo consoles and handhelds. He has great memories of playing local multiplayer games with his brothers and friends and enjoys the pure fun that Nintendo brings to gaming. Josh enjoys Nintendo gaming so much that he created this podcast to force people to join him and chat about it!

COMPETITION RULES To be in the running to win a $50 AUD (or eqivalent in another currency) Nintendo eShop gift card you need to do the following: -Go to YouTube and click on this video:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J_4BMjxIJIQ -Like the video on YouTube -Subscribe to NintenVania on YouTube -Comment on this video with your Nintendo Direct predictions based on the below categories: a) The date the Direct will air b) The opening announcement of the Direct c) Any three new Nintendo game announcements d) A non game announcement (special console, new controller, Amiibo etc) e) Two third party game announcements f) The ‘one last thing’ announcement of the Direct BONUS entry if you retweet the X post found here: https://x.com/nintenvania/status/1797938911957930481 One winner will be chosen at RANDOM with the winner to be announced on The House of Mario: A Nintendo Podcast following the actual airing of the Nintendo Direct. Entries close once the Nintendo Direct airs. Good luck! Episode 72 This episode Josh is joined by a Drew from The House of Mario (A Nintendo podcast). Together the two of them play a game to predict what they think will occur in the upcoming Nintendo Direct You can find Drew and all of his work at: The House of Mario: ⁠https://thehouseofmario.captivate.fm/...⁠ X/Twitter: @idrewby @thehouseofmario YouTube: @thehouseofmario5050 Support Us! If you would like to support NintenVania, please consider giving us a 5 star rating on Spotify/Apple Podcasts and click on the Linktree below to see our Patreon, Rebbubble store and socials: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/NintenVania?utm_sou...⁠ Join our Discord for free: ⁠https://discord.gg/zAsxm53f⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Patreon!  For monetary help please check out our Patreon page. We have multiple tiers with varying perks, including exclusive discord access, advertising and opportunities to contribute questions and topics to upcoming shows. All Patreon tiers also give you access to the new podcast collaboration between Josh and Drew (from The House of Mario), called 'Heaps Good'. Every month the two will talk about things other than Nintendo with a few episodes already out! We’ve also introduced a tier that gives you access to our Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Family Account (plus access to our discord and show shoutout). So if you haven’t got Nintendo Switch Online yet do consider checking this out as it’s cheaper than buying an individual membership. Limited spots so get in quick. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/NintenVania?utm_sou...⁠ About NintenVania! NintenVania is a fortnightly, Nintendo-focussed podcast. Each episode Josh is joined by a special guest and they chat about what they love about Nintendo, and the special ways they show their passion. The host, Josh, has been a lifelong Nintendo fan who grew up on playing Nintendo consoles and handhelds. He has great memories of playing local multiplayer games with his brothers and friends and enjoys the pure fun that Nintendo brings to gaming. Josh enjoys Nintendo gaming so much that he created this podcast to force people to join him and chat about it!

Episode 71 This episode Josh is joined by a video game reviewer and Deputy Editor for Player 2. They also produce a number of podcasts including the Dev Diary Podcast and the Hoops Crew - it’s Paul James! Chapters:⁠⁠0:00⁠⁠ Intro/Ice (Climber) Breakers⁠17:05⁠⁠ What we've been playing⁠⁠28:24 Paper Mario The Thousand Year Door⁠⁠1:04:21⁠⁠ Nintendo acquires Shiver 1:10:40⁠ NSO Game Boy Update⁠⁠1:13:00 Weird Nintendo⁠⁠ You can find Paul and all of his work at: Linktree: https://linktr.ee/pauljamesgames Player 2: https://www.player2.net.au/author/paul-james/ Dev Diary Podcast: https://tr.ee/tferTyLEly X/Twitter: @PaulJamesGames Support Us!If you would like to support NintenVania, please consider giving us a 5 star rating on Spotify/Apple Podcasts and click on the Linktree below to see our Patreon, Rebbubble store and socials: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/NintenVania?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=fc8bacb7-31f9-432c-b416-6ae058a39477 Join our Discord for free: https://discord.gg/zAsxm53f ⁠⁠⁠Patreon! For monetary help please check out our Patreon page. We have multiple tiers with varying perks, including exclusive discord access, advertising and opportunities to contribute questions and topics to upcoming shows. All Patreon tiers also give you access to the new podcast collaboration between Josh and Drew (from The House of Mario), called 'Heaps Good'. Every month the two will talk about things other than Nintendo with a few episodes already out! We’ve also introduced a tier that gives you access to our Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Family Account (plus access to our discord and show shoutout). So if you haven’t got Nintendo Switch Online yet do consider checking this out as it’s cheaper than buying an individual membership. Limited spots so get in quick. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/NintenVania?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=fc8bacb7-31f9-432c-b416-6ae058a39477 About NintenVania!NintenVania is a fortnightly, Nintendo-focussed podcast. Each episode Josh is joined by a special guest and they chat about what they love about Nintendo, and the special ways they show their passion. The host, Josh, has been a lifelong Nintendo fan who grew up on playing Nintendo consoles and handhelds. He has great memories of playing local multiplayer games with his brothers and friends and enjoys the pure fun that Nintendo brings to gaming. Josh enjoys Nintendo gaming so much that he created this podcast to force people to join him and chat about it!

Episode 70 This episode Josh is joined by Fulish Fuji who is a co-host of The Playstation Drive podcast, a streamer and also a fellow Australian (or Koala?). Chapters:⁠⁠0:00⁠⁠ Intro/Ice (Climber) Breakers⁠14:42⁠⁠ What we've been playing⁠⁠33:21 New Release Acquired: Endless Ocean Luminous⁠⁠1:08:03⁠⁠ Nintendo World Championship1:14:10⁠ Nintendo Financials and Switch Successor⁠⁠1:24:55 Weird Nintendo⁠⁠ You can find Fulish Fuji and all of her work on: Carrd: https://fulishfuji.carrd.co/ Twitch: FulishFuji Twitter/X: @fulishfuji Youtube: @FulishFuji Support Us!If you would like to support NintenVania, please consider giving us a 5 star rating on Spotify/Apple Podcasts and click on the Linktree below to see our Patreon, Rebbubble store and socials: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/NintenVania?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=fc8bacb7-31f9-432c-b416-6ae058a39477 Join our Discord for free: https://discord.gg/zAsxm53f ⁠⁠⁠Patreon! For monetary help please check out our Patreon page. We have multiple tiers with varying perks, including exclusive discord access, advertising and opportunities to contribute questions and topics to upcoming shows. All Patreon tiers also give you access to the new podcast collaboration between Josh and Drew (from The House of Mario), called 'Heaps Good'. Every month the two will talk about things other than Nintendo with a few episodes already out! We’ve also introduced a tier that gives you access to our Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Family Account (plus access to our discord and show shoutout). So if you haven’t got Nintendo Switch Online yet do consider checking this out as it’s cheaper than buying an individual membership. Limited spots so get in quick. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/NintenVania?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=fc8bacb7-31f9-432c-b416-6ae058a39477 About NintenVania!NintenVania is a fortnightly, Nintendo-focussed podcast. Each episode Josh is joined by a special guest and they chat about what they love about Nintendo, and the special ways they show their passion. The host, Josh, has been a lifelong Nintendo fan who grew up on playing Nintendo consoles and handhelds. He has great memories of playing local multiplayer games with his brothers and friends and enjoys the pure fun that Nintendo brings to gaming. Josh enjoys Nintendo gaming so much that he created this podcast to force people to join him and chat about it!

Episode 69 This episode Josh is joined by Alex Harding, founder of The INDIEXP and Cheif Editor of Switchaboo. Chapters:⁠⁠0:00⁠⁠ Intro/Guest⁠07:58⁠⁠ What we've been playing⁠⁠33:20 NSO N64 games⁠⁠37:43⁠⁠ Nintendo Live Sydney 45:15⁠ More Switch 2 Spec Rumours 57:35⁠⁠⁠ Indie World presentation ⁠⁠1:23:55 Weird Nintendo⁠⁠ You can find Alex and all of his work on: Twitter/X:@AlexdHarding @switchaboonews (https://www.switchaboo.com/) @TheIndiEXP (https://theindiexp.com/) Support Us!If you would like to support NintenVania, please consider giving us a 5 star rating on Spotify/Apple Podcasts and click on the Linktree below to see our Patreon, Rebbubble store and socials: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/NintenVania⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Patreon! For monetary help please check out our Patreon page. We have multiple tiers with varying perks, including exclusive discord access, advertising and opportunities to contribute questions and topics to upcoming shows. All Patreon tiers also give you access to the new podcast collaboration between Josh and Drew (from The House of Mario), called 'Heaps Good'. Every month the two will talk about things other than Nintendo with a few episodes already out! We’ve also introduced a tier that gives you access to our Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Family Account (plus access to our discord and show shoutout). So if you haven’t got Nintendo Switch Online yet do consider checking this out as it’s cheaper than buying an individual membership. Limited spots so get in quick. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/NintenVania⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ About NintenVania!NintenVania is a fortnightly, Nintendo-focussed podcast. Each episode Josh is joined by a special guest and they chat about what they love about Nintendo, and the special ways they show their passion. The host, Josh, has been a lifelong Nintendo fan who grew up on playing Nintendo consoles and handhelds. He has great memories of playing local multiplayer games with his brothers and friends and enjoys the pure fun that Nintendo brings to gaming. Josh enjoys Nintendo gaming so much that he created this podcast to force people to join him and chat about it!