The Still Sane Podcast

After 9 months of not yapping with each other about Path of Exile 2: Return of the Ancients and other important life topics, Darth Microtransaction and I sat down to discuss the latest with PoE 2 patch 0.5, fast food, hair, and more. Every time, it's a pleasure to speak with DM - the dude's phenomenal. Enjoy!

The stalling season for Path of Exile 2's imminent 0.5 patch is in full swing, yet we've a treat today as MisoxShiru and I sit down to discuss one of the most compelling discussions in the PoE 2 community right now: meaningful combat, the pace of the game, how fast character's progress, and loot! We also dabble a bit in the fake 0.5 patch notes debacle and what might be coming soon in the next expansion. This was a BLAST and it's always a pleasure to speak with my fellow PoE 2 podcast brethren - enjoy!

We're in the middle or NEAR the end of the Path of Exile 2 dry season, so BlazeworksTV and I decided to get together and stall by doing what we do best: chatting about PoE2! In particular, we touch on PoE2's wild first year of early access, all the changes therein, touch on his journey as a fresh player and creator, and dive into what we're most pumped to potentially see in PoE2's next patch, 0.5.

Angormus is currently the record holder for most Path of Exile 2 race wins, starting his spree back in March 2025. In this episode of the Still Sane Podcast, he discusses his rise in the PoE2 speedrunning scene, his plans for the upcoming ExileCon 2026 races, his views on differences between PoE1 and PoE2, and the current state of the game during 0.4: The Last of the Druids - enjoy!

XTheFarmerX is a relatively new Path of Exile 2 content creator who specializes in longform series during which he starts with nothing an earns a Mirror of Kalandra or more, usually via flipping on the market, crafting, specific farms, or other clever currency-making strategies. In this episode of the Still Sane Podcast, we discuss his journey into PoE2, how his Path of Exile 2 leagues have gone, his thoughts on the overall progress of the game, and differences between PoE1 and PoE2 - enjoy!

Farham is a Path of Exile 2 creator who focuses on crafting builds, great guides, and entertaining his livestream audience through group play, with some solo stuff sprinkled in. In this particular episode of the Still Sane Podcast, Farhmam and I sit down to discuss PoE2's 0.4 update: The Last of the Druids are give it a conclusive review after it being out for nearly 2 months. Enjoy!

Z3r0pointflux is an ARPG content creator who focuses on helping new players understand the fundamentals of games like PoE1 and PoE2, specializing in crafting your own builds and items. In this episode of the Still Sane Podcast, we sit down to discuss the future of Path of Exile, both 1 and 2, and debate the good and bad about both games.

Snoobae85 is a Path of Exile content creator for both PoE1 and PoE2. A self-proclaimed blaster and min-maxxer, Snoo loves to dive deep into what he thinks makes ARPGs great: optimizing the absolute HECK out of your character and your in-game farming strategies. In this episode of the Still Sane Podcast, we discuss 0.4, Atziri's Temple, snakes, real-time strategy games like AoE and AoM, and much more. It's always a pleasure having on Snoobae85 - enjoy!

787prada is a Path of Exile 2 content creator who focuses on enjoying the game, making builds that are certified bangers, and spreading super positives vibes. In this episode of the Still Sane Podcast, 787prada and I discuss the 0.4 patch, how people have fun in games like PoE2, what might be holding them back, his favorite games, foods, and much more - enjoy!

MajorAimless is a Path of Exile 2 hardcore solo self-found streamer. In this episode, we discuss everything around 0.4: Fate of the Vaal AKA The Last of the Druids, such as the Druid class, Atziri's Temple, the Holten scandal, making your own builds, the community's reaction to gamebreaking events, and more - enjoy!

My dad and brother both play Path of Exile 2, so I decided to invite them on to discuss The Last of the Druids, Fate of the Vaal, and all the rest in the 0.4 patch - enjoy!

Jazzarus is an awesome, funny, and outspoken Path of Exile 2 creator from Colombia with a BUNCH of wild, interesting opinions about the game. In this chat, we discuss Fate of the Vaal, the Druid, the future of PoE2, and so much more - enjoy!

ConnorConverse aka OneManaLeft is one of the best min-maxxing build creators in all of Path of Exile. Today, we sit down to discuss Path of Exile 2, the state of 0.4, the creation of builds, why Connor sounds so smart when he discusses math, and what his favorite game outside of PoE is - enjoy!

Raxxanterax is a massive ARPG content creator who specializes in teaching new players how to learn games and blast them. We sit down and discuss the new Path of Exile 2 update, 0.4: The Last of the Druids, our thoughts on it, its overall reception, and a bunch about crafting content and becoming...better.

Lexd is a relatively new and small Path of Exile 2 creator who focuses on warrior and shield-focused builds. In this episode of the Still Sane Podcast, we discuss the newest PoE2 release, The Last of the Druids, his homecooked Shield Druid build, our overall thoughts on the game, and how it is to game as a dad - enjoy!

DEADRABB1T is a relatively new but big and awesome creator in the Path of Exile 2 scene. In this episode, we sit down to discuss PoE2: The Last of the Druids, his popping new build, why we're not fans of the Vaal Temple mechanic, and our overall feedback on PoE2 presently - enjoy!

Jonathan Rogers is the co-founder of Grinding Gear Games, creator of Path of Exile 1, and game director on Path of Exile 2. In this video, we discuss his philosophy on designing PoE2, balancing the game, introducing new content like the Druid and the Vaal Temple in 0.4, and get his opinion on Queen Atziri communing with the Beast. Enjoy!

Neversink is one of the most important creators in Path of Exile 2 history. He is responsible for the making, upkeeping, and further development of PoE2's most popular loot filter, Filterblade. In this episode of the Still Sane Podcast, we discuss our thoughts on PoE2's 0.4 patch, the game's identity, polarizing balance changes, the Druid, and his loot filter. Enjoy!

Vinidiction is a brand new Path of Exile 2 content creator who makes build guides, currency strategies, and commentary pieces on the state of PoE2, but he also addressed the ragebait during 0.1, 0.2, and 0.3 in a now infamous video from The Third Edict. He and I spoke about his journey through PoE2, his thoughts on the upcoming Last of the Druids/the 0.4 update, and how the tourist drama affected him - enjoy!

Path of Exile 2 has a bunch of awesome creators and Schwingy is among the best. Today, we chat about his crazy PoE2 builds, how he makes his wheel-spinning runs work in PoE1 and PoE2, and ponder a bit over Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 - enjoy!

I sat down with Path of Exile 2 creator Off-Meta Michael to discuss the current PoE2 update, what we're excited about for 0.4 in December, and what our overall sentiment on PoE2 and feedback for Grinding Gear Games is going into, hopefully, the Druid expansion for the game - enjoy!

This dude is NOT a Path of Exile 2 tourist, he's the GUIDE! Right now, PoE2 tourism season is coming to a close. That's the best time to discuss 0.3, the tourism crash out, fallout, and present meme, and whether or not 3.27 is going to rock with an expert tour guide, KallTorak, on the Still Sane Podcast - enjoy!

Tonight I sit down to chat everything Path of Exile 2 early access, 0.3, some family lore, and more with my little brother, we're calling him BroCeratops. PoE2 is his first ARPG, he loves it, and he's never made any content before. This is an interesting pod, trust me. Enjoy!

Tonight I sit down and chat with Barricade, one of the most positive, helpful, high-energy Path of Exile 2 creators I know. We discuss a wide variety of PoE2 and non-PoE2 topics, ranging from the implementation of instant trade, performance woes currently in 0.3, how to introduce your kids to gaming, and how to not cool your computer. Enjoy!

Tonight Gavryn and I sit down to discuss the biggest and best additions to Path of Exile 2 with its 0.3 patch, The Third Edict. As a primary focus, we talk about the addition of asynchronous, instant trade, how crafting has completely changed the game, and how World of Warcraft and PoE2 might be a bit more related than one might think at first glance. Enjoy!

Tonight I chat with the awesome Path of Exile 2 creator Jazzarus about our experiences in 0.3 so far, how GGG could improve the game, and some of his interesting lore theories about Atziri. Content warning, there's a good chunk of swearing in this episode of the Still Sane Podcast, be warned. Enjoy!

In this episode of the Still Sane Podcast, I sit down with BalorMage to discuss the reception of Path of Exile 2's 0.3 update so far, his progress on his minion character, the biggest problem currently facing PoE2 regarding character creation, the best take I've heard on the KallTorak tourist drama so far, and much more. It's always a pleasure to chat with BalorMage about PoE2 and anything, really, this is a great pod. Enjoy!

The new Path of Exile 2 update 0.3 has been an absolute blast so far! Tonight, I sit down with King Kongor to discuss how many players were right about the warrior in the Third Edict, the best and worst parts of the new patch, what he'd like to see in the future, and how he arrived in the Path of Exile 2 content creation space. Enjoy!

With Path of Exile 2: The Third Edict launching tomorrow, I sat down with the biggest poe 2 player I personally know, my dad, to discuss all things 0.3 league starters, his experience playing this ARPG so far, what he thinks GGG is doing right and wrong, and everything in between. There's even a good chunk of personal Talkative Tri family lore sprinkled in there. I enjoyed this chat a ton, the people in the live did too. If you'd like to see more, let me know below! Enjoy my talk with Dad Tri!

Tonight I sit down to discuss PoE2: The Third Edict with the legendary Darth Microtransaction, the loveable face of Path of Exile 2. Our conversation ranges from 0.3 league starters, the Giant's Blood nerf, secret Druid hype, implementing sprint, ranking fast food restaurants, and more. Every time, it's a pleasure to speak with DM - the dude's phenomenal. Enjoy!

On today's episode of the Still Sane Podcast, I sit down with PoE 2 build creator MisoxShiru to discuss all things Path of Exile 2: The Third Edict. Our conversation ranges from league starter build plans, new updates from GGG about 0.3, and how we think sprint will be received by the greater ARPG community playing the new expansion. Enjoy!

Tonight, I sat down with GGG co-founder and PoE 2 Game Director Jonathan Rogers and fellow content creator Wudijo to discuss Path of Exile 2's next expansion, 0.3: The Third Edict, the future of PoE2, and everything in between. Huge thanks to Jonathan and GGG for making this happen and allowing us to interview them about this huge new PoE2 patch. Enjoy!

The new Path of Exile 2 patch, The Third Edict experienced some poe 2 leaks, unfortunately. In this PoE 2 podcast with BlazeworksTV, we discuss PoE2 so far, the poe 2 leaks for 0.3, how he has enjoyed the game, his origins in Diablo II, and more! What do you think: are these leaks real or fake? We find out with the PoE2 reveal tomorrow! Enjoy.

Path of Exile 2's first podcast returns! This long-awaited episode of the Still Sane Podcast features FswithFarham, a PoE2 build and guide maker with hundreds of hours in the game and a bunch of evidence to prove it. In this podcast, we discuss his journey to level 100 in 0.2, what he thinks could improve with the PoE2 endgame Atlas, his favorite builds, how the gem system functions, and whether or not PoE2 news for 0.3 will be massive or tiny. Enjoy and check out his great content!

Tonight, I sit down with GGG Co-Founder and PoE2 Game Director Jonathan Rogers to discuss the current state of Path of Exile 2 early access, the 0.2 patch and its updates, and the game's future, as well as a bit on the future of Path of Exile 1. Thanks for all the support and thanks to GGG for the opportunity to take a seat and discuss this game. Enjoy!

Tonight, I take a seat with the lovely Palsteron to discuss what's happening with Path of Exile 1 and its early access sequel, Path of Exile 2. This was a fun, and I'd say important discussion from two passionate people about 2 games they seriously love. Enjoy. Tonight's guest: https://www.youtube.com/@Palsteron or https://www.twitch.tv/palsteron. Support more videos: https://www.patreon.com/talkativetri 🦖Business Inquiries: [email protected] 🦖My Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/talkativetri 🦖The Discord: https://discord.gg/Nc3yh3XnSk 🦖My Twitter: https://twitter.com/TalkativeTri

Tonight, I sit down with Snoobae85 to talk about his experience with PoE2: Dawn of the Hunt, whether or not GGG succeeded or failed with the spear and huntress, and the tremendous amount of positive and negative feedback given during Path of Exile 2's 0.2.0 early access patch. Seriously was an ABSOLUTE pleasure speaking with Snoobae85, great takes and debates all around, cannot wait to chat again. Enjoy. Tonight's guest: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSWYPXd9prVxf5v_DoqtIQ OR https://www.twitch.tv/snoobae85. Support more videos: https://www.patreon.com/talkativetri 🦖Business Inquiries: [email protected] 🦖My Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/talkativetri 🦖The Discord: https://discord.gg/Nc3yh3XnSk 🦖My Twitter: https://twitter.com/TalkativeTri

Tonight, I sit down with KallTorak to discuss a great deal about Path of Exile 2, including his PoE2 thorn builds, the extreme polarization in the PoE2 community, and some of the current problems with Grinding Gear Games and both of their great ARPGs. We'll definitely be chatting again about some wild PoE2 gameplay, perhaps a thorns druid, in the future! Enjoy. Today's guest: https://www.youtube.com/@KallTorak or https://mobalytics.gg/poe-2/profile/6f6fba9f-ff73-4a9b-9c8b-e51b091c06a1. Support more videos: https://www.patreon.com/talkativetri 🦖Business Inquiries: [email protected] 🦖My Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/talkativetri 🦖The Discord: https://discord.gg/Nc3yh3XnSk 🦖My Twitter: https://twitter.com/TalkativeTri As always, thanks for listening!

Tonight I sit down with HCXanth to discuss his experience with Path of Exile 2, what he believes the future of Diablo and specifically D4 and D5 to be, and where he thinks GGG could improve with PoE2. We ended up talking a good chunk about Blizzard, the Diablos, general gaming, and a good chunk of PoE1 and PoE2, the time flew by and HCXanth is a JOY to speak with! Enjoy. Tonight's Guest: @PureDMG or on https://bsky.app/profile/xanth.bsky.social. Support more videos: https://www.patreon.com/talkativetri 🦖Business Inquiries: [email protected] 🦖My Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/talkativetri 🦖The Discord: https://discord.gg/Nc3yh3XnSk 🦖My Twitter: https://twitter.com/TalkativeTri

I sit down with Path of Exile 2 and Diablo 2 content creator Off-Meta Michael to discuss our reaction to 0.2.0, in addition to problems and solutions with Dawn of the Hunt. This is a chill, civil discussion about PoE2 - a game we both have fun with and would like to see become an even better game. Enjoy.Today's Guest: https://www.youtube.com/@off-meta-michael Support more videos: https://www.patreon.com/talkativetri 🦖Business Inquiries: [email protected] 🦖My Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/talkativetri 🦖The Discord: https://discord.gg/Nc3yh3XnSk 🦖My Twitter: https://twitter.com/TalkativeTri

Tonight, I sit down the best Last Epoch teacher around, Dr3adful, to discuss LE's Season 2: Tombs of the Erased! Dr3ad has been crafting LE content consistently for the past 9-months, teaching new players and preparing for this big moment...and hopefully the next season which we all hope launches faster than Season 2. I've been watching him since before the game's 1.0 launch, and was so glad to be able to chat with him, despite some technical issues. Enjoy.

Last Epoch's second season, Tombs of the Erased, launches on April 17th. I was lucky enough to sit down live with the three of the game's developers, Judd, Ross, and Karv to discuss Itemization and MORE in Season 2 of Last Epoch. Some questions were mine own, others were submitted by the community.

Tonight, I sit down with Path of Exile creator SKR1MPS to discuss all the latest jazz surrounding Path of Exile 2, its latest incoming update, Dawn of the Hunt, and his experiences and thoughts about PoE2's early access period thus far. Enjoy.

Tonight, I take a seat with the mysterious Fearless Dumb0 to discuss Path of Exile 2 and its very first expansion, Dawn of the Hunt. We focus on our general enjoyment of the game so far, what we think GGG is going to do in 0.2, and deep dive into the Mercenary, a brand new class in Path of Exile 2 (alongside lovely crossbows). Enjoy.

Tonight, I sit down with Path of Exile 2 guide-maker extraordinaire, Lupi, to discuss the upcoming PoE2 patch, Dawn of the Hunt, and all things PoE2 early access thus far. This quick and chill talk revolves around what specific improvements might be coming in PoE2 with 0.2, with a focus on the endgame which was Lupi's specialty during the first few months of early access. Towers, bosses, balance, and more, oh my! Enjoy.

Hey exiles, tonight we sit down and chat Path of Exile 2 early access patch 0.1 with Fusion Gaming. This talk ranges a wide variety of topics, all listed in timestamps below. We discuss the current balance of PoE2, the upcoming Last Epoch Season 2, what's next for PoE2, and Chris Wilson's departure from Grinding Gear Games. Huge thanks to Fusion Gaming for hopping on the pod. Enjoy!

Hey exiles, tonight we chat with Lucky Luciano, a huge Diablo II fan and longtime Diablo 4 content creator. The conversation ranges across a wide variety of ARPG topics, from the early access launch and current feel of Path of Exile 2 to the future of Blizzard with D4 and whether or not Lucky will give Last Epoch a go. This was a super enjoyable talk and I cannot wait to have Lucky back on sometime after PoE2 0.2. Enjoy!

Hey exiles, tonight we chat with All-Trades Jack, a lover of many ARPGs and self-proclaimed casual gamer. From Last Epoch and Diablo II to Grim Dawn and Path of Exile 2, he's played them all and he has a good chunk of opinions! In this episode of Still Sane, we discuss the upcoming hopefully deathless war between Last Epoch and Path of Exile 2 releases, whether or not he enjoyed PoE2, and what he sees the future of GGG's vision entailing. Enjoy!

Today, I sit down with the esteemed Dreamcore to chat all about the current state of Path of Exile 2, what he thinks the future shall hold, what he's excited about in PoE1: Legacy of Phrecia, and what went wrong with GGG's management with PoE1 and PoE2. This is the first time we've chatted publicly since PoE2 early access launched and it was a long time coming, he's the first dude I ever collaborated with on the channel. Cheers to him! Enjoy.

Tonight, I sit down with Cyclon to discuss the exciting news about the Path of Exile 1: Legacy of Phrecia event, the state of certain Path of Exile 2 early access elements, and assault him with a series of fun rapid fire ARPG questions near the end. This was an absolutely splendid chat that honed in on multiple subjects not covered in the numerous other casts! Enjoy.