Some reviews are not as helpful as you'd think. This podcast features readings of bizarre one-star vs. five-star reviews, one video game at a time. Join us as we try to find some middle ground while we discuss the best (and worst) games the industry has to offer. Music by TeknoAXE.
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Veteran podcast that talks about veteran issues and stories. My name is Josh Schaffer and I served in the United States Marine Corps and United States Air Force. I also worked as a civilian contractor for the government. I deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan, as well as spent time in many other countries. I have a lot to share and I hope I can reach out to as many veterans as possible. If you have questions, comments, concerns, stories, or have a way to help veterans in our communities please e ...
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Episode 16: with Nick Almy, USMC
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I took the podcast on the road for the first time to interview Nick Almy. Nick was in the United States Marine Corps and served with me for 4 years. Nick is here to share some funny stories and talk about his time in the military and after the military. Thanks for checking out the podcast. Please visit our socials and you can always email me at str…
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Episode 15: The DAV and Veteran Suicide
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Thanks for joining me for another episode of Straight Outta The Sandbox. Today I start to tackle the tough subject of Veteran Suicide. Please like, comment, subscribe, and rate the show. You can always send me an email at: straightouttathesandbox@gmail.comAf Joshua Schaffer
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Episode 14: 9/11, Joe Biden, NFL, Covid-19, and Funny Stories
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Thanks for joining us for Episode 5 of Season 2. This week's current events led us to talk about: 9/11, Joe Biden, NFL, Covid-19, and as always, funny military stories. Please like, share, subscribe, review, and leave comments. You can always reach us on Instagram, X, and Tik Tok. Straight Outta The Sandbox You can also email us at: straightouttath…
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Episode 13: One Chip Challenge, Apple, more China talk, and funny stories.
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Thanks for joining us for episode 4. We continue talking about China, Apple, the One Chip Challenge, and as always, funny military stories. Please like, share, rate, review, subscribe and join us every week for a new episode. https://www.3brotherswinery.com/ https://www.generalshotsauce.com/ https://www.instagram.com/straightouttathesandbox/?igshid…
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Episode 12 - China, Oppenheimer, and Funny Stories
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Come Join us for Episode 3. We are talking about China, Anonymity, Oppenheimer, and funny stories. Also, check out this Realtor, who is an Army Veteran, Scott Hadsell. Scott Hadsell (585) 471-1647 scotthadsell@thecranerealtygroup.comAf Joshua Schaffer
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Episode 11: Mellow Yellow, Musk vs Zuckerberg, and making Josh mad
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For Episode 2 of Season 2 we talk about all the hard hitting topics: Apple vs Android, Musk vs Zuckerberg, Mellow Yellow, and making Josh mad. Come have a laugh with us.Af Joshua Schaffer
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Episode 10: UFOs, The Barbie Movie, and Social Media
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Welcome to Season 2 of Straight Outta The Sandbox. In episode 1, we are talking about UFOs (real or not), The Barbie Movie, Social Media, and more. You are going to love this new format we are using. Please give us feedback. ou can always send us emails at straightouttathesandbox@gmail.comAf Joshua Schaffer
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Episode 9: Veteran Unemployment and Income
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Hey everyone! I am in the studio by myself today talking about Veteran Unemployment and Income. It is an interesting subject with a lot of stats and things to cover. If you have any insight into these subjects PLEASE reach out to me. straightouttathesandbox@gmail.comAf Joshua Schaffer
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Today's episode is a light and funny one. We are telling some of our funniest experiences. Thanks for listening!Af Joshua Schaffer
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Episode 7: Serving as a female with special guest Cpl Carla Hart, USMC
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This is a very special episode for two reasons: 1. The announcement of my co-host, Josh Didomenico and 2. We have a special guest on today. We are honored to have Carla Hart on this episode. She served in the Marine Corps as a diesel mechanic. Carla had a tough time (to say the least) transitioning back to "normal life" after her combat tour to Ira…
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Episode 6: Talking Marine Corps with special guest MSgt Josh Hayes
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On todays episode I am talking about my time in each of the branches that I served in: United States Marine Corps and United States Air Force. I take some time to compare the two and share some funny stories along the way. If you want to contact me, please email me at straightouttathesandbox@gmail.com or visit me on instagram: straightouttathesandb…
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Episode 4: Substance Use Disorder in the Military with Special Guest Josh DiDomenico
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This episode is all about substance abuse in the military. Alcohol, illegal drugs, and prescription drugs... we go over all of it. My guest, Josh DiDomenico, is an Army Veteran and has some pretty unique stories about substance abuse. If you want to reach out to me, email me at straightouttathesandbox@gmail.com…
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Episode 3: Tattoos in the Military and the Worst Mistake I ever Made
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Welcome to episode 3. We are talking about tattoos in the military. If you have any stories, questions, comments, or concerns please email me at straightouttathesandbox@gmail.com . Also please reach out if you offer any sort of program for veterans that you want me to get out there.Af Joshua Schaffer
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Episode 2: Transitioning to Civilian Life
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This is my first real episode. I really want to start the conversation of Veteran issues in the United States. If you have a story, question, or a way to help Veterans out please email me at straightouttathesandbox@gmail.com .Af Joshua Schaffer
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This is my very first episode. I am going to introduce myself and share my background with you. If you have questions, funny stories, or have anything you want to share, please email me at StraightOuttaTheSandbox@gmail.com
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Ep. 11: Ignore vegans - Red Dead Redemption 2
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Today we talk about this western masterpiece by Rockstar games. We discuss from clunky controls to realism details like you rarely see in most video games. This episode is presented by PODGO.
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Ep. 10: A totally normal office job - Death and Taxes
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Today we talk about the inevitable. Death and Taxes (2020) is a short indie that will make you contemplate the meaning of life while you decide the fate of humanity sitting at your desk. So no pressure! We also talk about three very peculiar games you can try out for yourself. - Today's episode is presented by PODGO.…
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Ep. 9: Hi Listeners, we're Dad! - Dream Daddy
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Happy late Father's Day! Today we explore the delightful world of Dream Daddy: A Dad Dating Simulator. A wonderful addition for both Father's Day and Pride Month!
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Ep. 8: A bullet should kill anything! - The Last Of Us
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#BlackLivesMatter - It's Pride Month! And we're celebrating by discussing one of the most welcomed games in the LGBTQ community. Today we bring you Naughty Dog's The Last Of Us (2013) while we sit on the edge of our seats waiting for its sequel. As we do every other week, also talk about an upcoming indie game, Magic Twins by Flying Beasts Labs. Yo…
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Ep. 7: A trip down memory lane - Spyro: The Reignited Trilogy
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#BlackLivesMatter - After a few words about social justice and the BLM movement, we discuss Spyro: The Reignited Trilogy (2018) along with other games we discovered throughout our childhood.
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Ep. 6: Norman Reedus and his funky fetus - Death Stranding
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We asked a bunch of people how would they describe Death Stranding, then tried to do it ourselves. In this episode we discuss Hideo Kojima's game, its cast, story, overall design and —last but not least— Norman Reedus' butt. We also bring you a new indie game currently being developed called 8Doors: Arum's Afterlife Adventure. Today's podcast is pr…
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Ep. 5: Always thank the bus driver - Fortnite
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Either you love it or your hate it. There doesn't seem to be a middle ground when it comes to Epic Games' Fortnite. But we'll give it a shot anyways!
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Ep. 4: Friendship is... magic? - Sally Face
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Today we present the dark adventures of a peculiar boy with a prosthetic face as we discuss the episodic indie game Sally Face by Steve Gabry. We're also introducing a new segment featuring a brand new indie video game every other week. In this episode we talk about Unto The End, a beautiful 2D plaftormer you don't wanna miss! #SupportIndieDevs…
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Ep. 3: The right amount of weird - Oxenfree
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Today we bring you Oxenfree. If you dig 1980's teenage horror films, sci-fi settings, awesome synth music and a beautiful retro aesthetic, this game might be perfect for you!
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Do you ever wish you had the power to rewind time? Today we're talking about Life is Strange, an artistically beautiful game that makes strong men who play mostly FPS cry.
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On our very first episode we talk about Don't Starve (by Klei Entertainment), an interesting survival game known by its Tim Burtonesque style.
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Do you like playing videogames? Do you enjoy sharing your thoughts and opinions with others? Then this podcast might be perfect for you! Each week we will pick bizarre one-star and five-star reviews written by players like you. Join us as we try to find some middle ground while we discuss the best (and worst) the industry has to offer.…
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