Call Me By Your Game

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Ep.96 – Heroes of Might and Magic III with Jesus Oquendo Dec 08, 2021

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You like depth? Oh, this game has depth. Today we’re joined by someone who is both a hero and magical, Jeusus Oquendo, to discuss the strategy game Heroes of Might and Magic III (1999). Jesus runs us through a selection of his meaningful video game experiences, talks about playing this game at his friend Dan’s house because he had a good PC, and how this game hit him at a time when the fantasy genre was for him.

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Show Notes
Jesus Oquendo – Género Nuetral in LA
Conner McCabe – Twitter – twitch.tv/conziscool69
Produced by Jeremy Schmidt – Video Games: a Comedy Show
Call Me By Your Game – Instagram – Twitter – YouTube
Super NPC Radio – Patreon – Twitter – Instagram – Twitch

Ep.95 – 2 Year Anniversary + Metroid Dread co-op Preview Dec 01, 2021

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It’s been… 2 years? It cannot be! Alas, it is. Happy 2 years to this podcast. It feels like yesterday that we just started this thing by discussing Donkey Kong Country on the SNES. On today’s episode Conner sits down with producer Jeremy to chat about the show’s beginning, some ins and outs, and even what the future might hold for Call Me By Your Game. After their chat stay tuned for a 40 minute preview of the latest co-op episode where Conner chats about Metroid Dread with Patrick Ehlers, Adrian Holmes, and Eddie Martin. Thank you to everyone who has supported this show in any way. It remains a joy to do.

Actions and Resources for 12/1/2021
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James Baldwin’s The Fire Next Time – Free eBook PDF
Okra Project – Providing Culturally Nutritious meals for Black Trans people

Show Notes
Conner McCabe – Twitter – twitch.tv/conziscool69
Produced by Jeremy Schmidt – Video Games: a Comedy Show
Call Me By Your Game – Instagram – Twitter – YouTube
Super NPC Radio – Patreon – Twitter – Instagram – Twitch

Ep.94 – Kirby Super Star with Mark Mitchell Nov 24, 2021

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Central Valley kids, unite! Holy moly what a surprise in this one. Turns out Conner and his guest Mark Mitchell of Nintendo Cartridge Society are from the same general area. How’s that for a coincindence (their hometowns are 202 miles apart so it’s not really that special. Mark makes his appearance on the show to discuss Kirby Super Star, watching his older sister Becca beat Super Mario Bros. for the first time, and getting back into gaming with the release of the Nintendo Switch.

Actions and Resources for 11/24/2021
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James Baldwin’s The Fire Next Time – Free eBook PDF
Okra Project – Providing Culturally Nutritious meals for Black Trans people

Show Notes
Mark Mitchell – Nintendo Cartridge Society
Conner McCabe – Twitter – twitch.tv/conziscool69
Produced by Jeremy Schmidt – Video Games: a Comedy Show
Call Me By Your Game – Instagram – Twitter – YouTube
Super NPC Radio – Patreon – Twitter – Instagram – Twitch

Ep.93 – Street Fighter II with Jonny Svarzbein Nov 17, 2021

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Hadouken whatever I want! We finally discuss a game with enough iterations to fill seats in a banquet hall. We are joined by comedian, longtime LA improviser, and big ol’ Eagles fan Jonny Svarzbein to discuss arcade phenomenon turned home console juggernaut Street Fighter II (1992). Jonny discusses begging to visit a local arcade near his grandma’s house, brings up using the more challenging characters to earn his prowess, and he and Conner take only 7 minutes to bring up their fabeled UCB improv team Busters.

Actions and Resources for 11/17/2021
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James Baldwin’s The Fire Next Time – Free eBook PDF
Okra Project – Providing Culturally Nutritious meals for Black Trans people

Show Notes
Jonny Svarzbein – Instagram – Twitter
Conner McCabe – Twitter – twitch.tv/conziscool69
Produced by Jeremy Schmidt – Video Games: a Comedy Show
Call Me By Your Game – Instagram – Twitter – YouTube
Super NPC Radio – Patreon – Twitter – Instagram – Twitch

Ep.92 – Ecco the Dolphin with Austin Williams Nov 10, 2021

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*obscure happy Dolphin noises*

Today we’re joined by sketch comedian and joke-enjoyer Austin Williams to discuss an absolute classic in Ecco the Dolphin (1992) for both the Sega Genesis and Master System. Austin talks to us about inheriting a Sega Genesis and bevy of games from her cousin, going over to her friend’s house and making her play Super Smash Bros. on N64, and how Ecco the Dolphin produced many feelings that were unexpected.

Actions and Resources for 11/10/2021
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James Baldwin’s The Fire Next Time – Free eBook PDF
Okra Project – Providing Culturally Nutritious meals for Black Trans people

Show Notes
Austin Williams – Twitter – Studio C TV
Conner McCabe – Twitter – twitch.tv/conziscool69
Produced by Jeremy Schmidt – Video Games: a Comedy Show
Call Me By Your Game – Instagram – Twitter – YouTube
Super NPC Radio – Patreon – Twitter – Instagram – Twitch

Ep.91 – Autumn Check-In Nov 03, 2021

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Happy Autumn! It’s been a while since we’ve heard from our host Conner so that’s exactly what we’re getting on Call Me By Your Game this week. He sits down with himself to let some video game thoughts wander and clue the listener into some things he’s been enjoying lately. Tune in for his months later feelings on The Legend of Zelda, to hear about his recent experience with the first Mass Effect game, listen to him complain about Nintendo’s frustrating practices, and of course get some Metroid chatter.

Actions and Resources for 11/3/2021
Donate to the National Network of Abortion Funds
Support the Breathe Act
Get Involved Locally – LA Organizations to Consider:
Streetwatch LA – Ground Game LA – WaterDrop LA – Selah
James Baldwin’s The Fire Next Time – Free eBook PDF
Okra Project – Providing Culturally Nutritious meals for Black Trans people

Ep.090 – Tony Hawk’s Underground with Alfred Aquino II Oct 27, 2021

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I can’t believe it took this long to feature a Tony Hawk game as the main event, but it’s finally happened! Today we’re discussing the 5th game in the series in Tony Hawk’s Underground (2003) with comedian, writer, and upcoming skate legend Alfred Aquino II. We talk about Alfred’s Tony Hawk to video editing career pipeline, Eric Sparrow being a douche, and how this game helped live out the dream of becoming a pro skater.

Actions and Resources for 10/27/2021
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Support the Breathe Act
Get Involved Locally – LA Organizations to Consider:
Streetwatch LA – Ground Game LA – WaterDrop LA – Selah
James Baldwin’s The Fire Next Time – Free eBook PDF
Okra Project – Providing Culturally Nutritious meals for Black Trans people

Show Notes
Alfred Aquino II – Ohcha short film – Twitter – TikTok –
Conner McCabe – Twitter – twitch.tv/conziscool69
Produced by Jeremy Schmidt – Video Games: a Comedy Show
Call Me By Your Game – Instagram – Twitter – YouTube
Super NPC Radio – Patreon – Twitter – Instagram – Twitch

Ep.89 Diddy Kong Racing with Adrian Holmes Oct 20, 2021

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Turn on your boosters because Wizpig is hot on our tails! This week we’re joined by master of vehicles on any terrain and the co-host of Super Gamer Boys, Adrian Holmes, to discuss Diddy Kong Racing (1997) for the Nintendo 64.

On this episode Adrian makes a strong case for Diddy Kong Racing as the best kart racer on the console, dives into his first weekend playing the game at a friend’s house, and talks about his dad influencing him as a gamer growing up.

Actions and Resources for 10/20/2021
Donate to the National Network of Abortion Funds
Support the Breathe Act
Get Involved Locally – LA Organizations to Consider:
Streetwatch LA – Ground Game LA – WaterDrop LA – Selah
James Baldwin’s The Fire Next Time – Free eBook PDF
Okra Project – Providing Culturally Nutritious meals for Black Trans people

Show Notes
Adrian Holmes – Super Gamer Boys podcast – Gamer Boys Twitch – Twitch – Twitter – Instagram
Conner McCabe – Twitter – twitch.tv/conziscool69
Produced by Jeremy Schmidt – Video Games: a Comedy Show
Call Me By Your Game – Instagram – Twitter – YouTube
Super NPC Radio – Patreon – Twitter – Instagram – Twitch

Ep.88 – Soulcalibur II with Victoria Longwell Oct 13, 2021

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Shwing shwing! That’s the sounds that swords make, right? YUP! On today’s episode we’re joined by comedian, co-host of Friends Talk Frasier and Feelings podcast, and the world’s greatest St. Louis Cardinals fan Victoria Longwell to discuss weapon-based fighting game Soulcalibur II (2002). Victoria chats with Conner about the day her brother got his N64, messy basements and their snacks, and how the lore of this game intrigued her.

Actions and Resources for 10/13/2021
Donate to the National Network of Abortion Funds
Support the Breathe Act
Get Involved Locally – LA Organizations to Consider:
Streetwatch LA – Ground Game LA – WaterDrop LA – Selah
James Baldwin’s The Fire Next Time – Free eBook PDF
Okra Project – Providing Culturally Nutritious meals for Black Trans people

Show Notes
Victoria Longwell – Friends Talk Frasier and Feelings podcast
Conner McCabe – Twitter – twitch.tv/conziscool69
Produced by Jeremy Schmidt – Video Games: a Comedy Show
Call Me By Your Game – Instagram – Twitter – YouTube
Super NPC Radio – Patreon – Twitter – Instagram – Twitch

Re-release: Episode 4 – Guitar Hero with Matt Apodaca Oct 06, 2021

Show notes

What a week we’ve had. Buckle up because today we’re dropping another Re-release from the Call Me By Your Game early days. Enjoy a reprise of Episode 4, featuring our buddy Matt Apodaca from How Did This Get Played? discussing Guitar Hero. It’s a great one.

Actions and Resources for 10/5/2021
Donate to the National Network of Abortion Funds
Support the Breathe Act
Get Involved Locally – LA Organizations to Consider:
Streetwatch LA – Ground Game LA – WaterDrop LA – Selah
James Baldwin’s The Fire Next Time – Free eBook PDF
Okra Project – Providing Culturally Nutritious meals for Black Trans people

Show Notes
Matt Apodaca – How Did This Get Played? – Twitter – Instagram
Conner McCabe – Twitter – twitch.tv/conziscool69
Produced by Jeremy Schmidt – Video Games: a Comedy Show
Call Me By Your Game – Instagram – Twitter – YouTube
Super NPC Radio – Patreon – Twitter – Instagram – Twitch

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