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Our new gaming podcast - We will cover reviews, news, retro reviews, and discussions and analysis on a variety of gaming topics, both new and old.
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Welcome to The Random Encounters Podcast! where I sit with strangers who turn into fascinating guests, sharing random stories and ideas from everyday people just like you and me. Hosted with genuine curiosity, each episode uncovers honest insights on personal growth, global shifts, and the human spirit. Perfect for those craving authentic, eye-opening dialogues that spark reflection and connection. New episodes drop regularly! Subscribe and join the encounters!
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Welcome to Very Random Encounters, a show where we play pen and paper RPGs in which we've randomly determined as many things as is possible, including characters, villains, names, places, and other weirder stuff! It all comes together to be a very random encounter. We're an actual play roleplaying game podcast by four friends who love the challenge of telling a story whose details are all prompted by random rolls. You can start with the first episode in any given season.
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Discussions of random subject both whimsical and serious. The perfect place entertainment and information. Cover art photo provided by Robert Katzki on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@ro_ka
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In Final Fantasy, a "Random Encounter" is a surprise pop-up battle. On this podcast, Teacher/Rapper/Hero Mega Ran tells stories from the road, the classroom, and from life, with friends and alone... And hopefully you and he learns a lesson from them. It's Random Encounters.
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338 - RPGFan’s Most Anticipated Games of 2026
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1:47:16In our final Random Encounter of 2025, it's time to take a look ahead to the biggest games of 2026! With the holidays in the rear view mirror, RPGFan is now building our annual most anticipated for the coming year feature. And there is no better way to wrap up 2025 than having the Random panel give everyone a preview of those titles we’re looking f…
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Domeskai Tamers #2: Egads, it's a Bio-Dome!
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43:43It's the first steps of our journey into the amazing world of Domeskai! Our heroes meet their first partner Domeskai, and set out on their adventure. Thanks to Shayne Plunkett & Jesse Wright of Meadow Vista Media, who created this season's intro theme: www.meadowvistamedia.com Twitter: @MVM_Studio IG: @meadowvistamedia Buy our book, The Ultimate Ra…
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Random Encounters Podcast #0045 - Călin
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18:55Călin, a Romanian entrepreneur from Iași, shares his perspectives on life in contemporary Romania during a candid street conversation.He reflects on the shift in Christmas traditions toward commercialization, the lingering effects of communism on education and development, and widespread political corruption that he sees as embedded in the system. …
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Domeskai Tamers #1: First Partners
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29:03Thanks to Shayne Plunkett & Jesse Wright of Meadow Vista Media, who created this season's intro theme: www.meadowvistamedia.com Twitter: @MVM_Studio IG: @meadowvistamedia Buy our book, The Ultimate Random Encounters Book: bit.ly/RandomBook Find out more about the show at our website: www.vre.show Show pins and more: shop.vre.show Support us on Patr…
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337 - Merry Game Awards 2025!
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1:33:45On this week's Random Encounter, we're chatting about gaming's biggest night: The Game Awards 2025! But before we get to all the reveals (and actual awards, I guess), we want to talk to Zek about the new Octopath Traveler game that was just released, Octopath Traveler 0! This entry, adapted from the mobile-only gacha game Octopath Traveler: Champio…
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Random Encounters Podcast #0044 - Andrei
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47:51Andre, a Romanian military man and football referee joins the conversation to share candid thoughts on society and global issues.The discussion dives into the manipulation of financial markets by institutions like BlackRock and Vanguard, the addictive grip of social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram, and how celebrity culture and reality TV…
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Listen as we learn Greg's new game, Domeskai Tamers! Our next full-length season is Domeskai, but the game itself isn't quite out yet, so we thought we'd put our learning episode (usually reserved for the Patreon feed) in the main feed. Buy our book, The Ultimate Random Encounters Book: bit.ly/RandomBook Find out more about the show at our website:…
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336 - Farewell, My Beloved Superheroes
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58:00On this week's Random Encounter, we're taking a look at two very different narrative adventures! Back in the 2010s, Telltale Games reinvented the point-and-click adventure game with The Walking Dead, introducing new multiple paths and lasting choices. Unfortunately, they spread themselves a little too thin, and the studio closed. Thankfully, many o…
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Imaginary Friend Fight LIVE at Dragoncon 2025
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47:40Thanks to Shayne Plunkett & Jesse Wright of Meadow Vista Media, who created this season's intro theme: www.meadowvistamedia.com Twitter: @MVM_Studio IG: @meadowvistamedia Buy our book, The Ultimate Random Encounters Book: bit.ly/RandomBook Find out more about the show at our website: www.vre.show Show pins and more: shop.vre.show Support us on Patr…
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On this week's Random Encounter, it's time to uncover some mysteries in two adventure games! The Séance of Blake Manor has been making waves the last few weeks as one of the best mystery deductive games of the last few years. From the same devs that created the adventure game series, The Darkside Detective, Blake Manor drops the point-and-click int…
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It's the Window after show! Come listen as Lee talks about randomizing the season, and the rest of the hosts talk about their characters, then we answer YOUR questions about the season, and finally, Greg announces what's up in our next full-size season! Buy our book, The Ultimate Random Encounters Book: bit.ly/RandomBook Find out more about the sho…
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334 - Swing and a Hit, Swing and a Miss
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1:11:27On this week's Random Encounter, we are looking at sequels both past and present! First up, Zach is here with his thoughts about the Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake. While DQ I could have done with a few fewer "enhancements," it sounds like the new expanded story and features have made DQ II into one of the best Dragon Quest games ever! And next, …
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Window #9: The Truth of Our Being [Finale]
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40:25In the twilight of the age, when the sun fully dims, hear the whispers of the cosmos. The veil between realms thins, and the sacred dance of creation unveils the truth of our being. As the world crumbles, new seeds of consciousness emerge, awakening within us the divine spark. Buy our book, The Ultimate Random Encounters Book: bit.ly/RandomBook Fin…
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Window #8: Dance of the Crystal Castle
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32:33We've heard so much about this "Whelori." Now it's time to meet him. Meet them? Meet it? How exactly does one refer to a being larger than dimensions? Plus, the missing Culvergast is found and helps the team brainstorm fixing the Window. Buy our book, The Ultimate Random Encounters Book: bit.ly/RandomBook Find out more about the show at our website…
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On this week's Random Encounter, we are catching 'em all and beating 'em up! When Pokémon Legends: Arceus was released in 2022, it signalled a newer, more experimental type of Pokémon game. Now, Game Freak is back with Pokémon Legends: Z-A, the second entry in the Legends series. With a new real-time combat system, an urban environment, and giant P…
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Patreon Bonus Preview - Learning Land of Eem
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25:59We are still figuring out how to bring the finale of Window to you after some lost audio, so we thought we'd offer some bonus content from the Patreon feed for free on the main feed! If you enjoy this episode, you can find more bonus content (and support the show) at www.patreon.com/VRE! Buy our book, The Ultimate Random Encounters Book: bit.ly/Ran…
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Due to some unfortunate audio issues, we have to skip this week as we figure out what exactly we can do to recover some episodes. See ya'll soon with more Window! Buy our book, The Ultimate Random Encounters Book: bit.ly/RandomBook Find out more about the show at our website: www.vre.show Show pins and more: shop.vre.show Support us on Patreon: www…
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On this week's Random Encounter, we have a remaster of one of the greatest strategy RPGs of all time! When Final Fantasy Tactics was released on the PSX in 1997, it marked the entry point for countless RPG fans into the world of SRPGs (aka TRPGs) By piggybacking off the success of the landmark JRPG Final Fantasy VII, Tactics introduced an entirely …
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Window #7: The Tortoise and the Dog
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47:12The road to The Willory is long and winding, which gives plenty of time to chat with other pilgrims. Information will only enlighten. Buy our book, The Ultimate Random Encounters Book: bit.ly/RandomBook Find out more about the show at our website: www.vre.show Show pins and more: shop.vre.show Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/VRE Follow us @V…
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331 - Silksong Will Be Released When Hades Freezes Over!
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57:08On this week's Random Encounter, we're chatting about one of the biggest indie releases of the year! Boy, between Silksong and Hades II, September has been quite a month for indie games. Everyone here at RPGFan has been eagerly awaiting the full release of Hades II since its early release last year, and our patience has finally been rewarded! Zek a…
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Our investigators find a library, which is of course extremely helpful to learn about the world! Do you have YOUR library card? Buy our book, The Ultimate Random Encounters Book: bit.ly/RandomBook Find out more about the show at our website: www.vre.show Show pins and more: shop.vre.show Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/VRE Follow us @VRECast…
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Random Encounters Podcast #0030 - Natalie
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43:07Natalie, a high-tech sales professional from Florida, shares her journey of reconnecting with her Jewish roots and moving to Israel. The conversation explores her motivations for relocating, sparked by a renewed sense of identity following the events of October 7th and rising antisemitism in the U.S. They discuss the complexities of her mixed Jewis…
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Random Encounters Podcast #0024 - Ksenia
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31:04Ksenia, an immigrant from Russia and a data scientist at Meta, shares her experiences living in Israel, adjusting to a new culture, and balancing her analytical side with her creative passions. The conversation explores coping with stressful events and trauma, connecting deeply with children, and the importance of embracing failure as a way to grow…
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Random Encounters Podcast #0014 - Karen
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37:54Karen, a 21-year-old from Spain, shares her journey of relocating to Israel through a Masa program, where she's interning in brand marketing at a high-tech company. With a background in biomedical sciences degree from the UK, she reflects on switching fields after realizing lab work wasn't her passion. The conversation delves into the stark differe…
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Random Encounters Podcast #0011 - Taylor
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6:23Taylor, a former preschool teacher now working in an art gallery, shares insights into her recent career shift and the challenges of transitioning from a role she found meaningful to one that feels less essential. The conversation explores the complexities of working in the art world, where high-priced pieces often seem abstract and out of touch, y…
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Random Encounters Podcast #0009 - Izzy
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23:53From Chicago to Tel Aviv, 18-year-old Izzy is embracing her gap year by interning in fashion while preparing for a career in psychiatry. A former ballet dancer who left the stage due to a grueling and toxic training environment, she now channels her creativity into design and social media marketing for Desert Queen. The episode explores her journey…
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Window #5: Imagining a Bunny in Advance of Meeting God(?)
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27:59Audr, Blake, and H.U.R.R.I.C.A.N.E. meet with an elder from the far side of the Window to get a better understanding of this new (to them) world — but what the heck is a Willory, anyway? Buy our book, The Ultimate Random Encounters Book: bit.ly/RandomBook Find out more about the show at our website: www.vre.show Show pins and more: shop.vre.show Su…
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Random Encounters Podcast #0008 - Irene
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37:47Irene, a 28-year-old researcher in human rights and psychology from Italy, shares her journey of leaving her homeland, living in Portugal, and now traveling to find a new home. Currently pursuing a PhD, she critiques Italy’s rigid, medicalized approach to psychology, pushing for a more human-centered view that weighs societal impacts on mental heal…
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Random Encounters Podcast #0007 - Jennifer
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19:11Jennifer, a writer and creative writing teacher, shares her journey from New York to Tel Aviv, where she now runs her own studio. With two memoirs published in 2023 and 2024, she reflects on her life with her French husband, exploring themes of home, identity, and cultural differences. The conversation delves into her writing process, family life, …
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Random Encounters Podcast #0005 - Hillel
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33:08Hillel, a young Mexican Jew studying at a yeshiva in Jerusalem’s Old City, shares his journey of cultural and spiritual discovery. After finishing high school, he traveled to South Africa for volunteer work before immersing himself in Israel’s vibrant Jewish community. The conversation explores his experiences learning Torah, embracing Jewish ident…
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Random Encounters Podcast #0003 - Gabriel
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25:42Gabriel, a retired opinion journalist from Washington, D.C., shares his experiences during a three-month stay in Israel. Born in New York City, he has written books like Necessary Secrets, exploring national security and secrecy in American democracy, and The Return of Anti-Semitism, addressing modern anti-Semitism. The conversation delves into lif…
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Random Encounters Podcast #0001 - Jared
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38:01First podcast! Jared, a 29-year-old from Cleveland, Ohio, with a background in historic preservation, shares his journey of leaving a comfortable life to pursue an urban farming internship in Israel. He dives into the challenges of adapting to Israeli culture, contrasting its directness with the Midwest’s politeness, and reflects on seeking purpose…
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The conversation across realities continues as our heroes debate entering The Window. How dangerous could it be? Buy our book, The Ultimate Random Encounters Book: bit.ly/RandomBook Find out more about the show at our website: www.vre.show Show pins and more: shop.vre.show Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/VRE Follow us @VRECast…
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330 - Random Book Club - 50 Indie Games that Changed the World
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1:24:13On this episode of Random Encounter, we're doing a Random Book Club for the brand-new tome from Bitmap Books: 50 Indie Games that Changed the World. Over the last 20 years, the indie game scene has become just as important as the AAA industry, with games like Silksong showing sales numbers that many big devs would kill for! There are so many brilli…
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The Window will reopen in 15 minutes. At that point you will have precisely 7 seconds to communicate. Buy our book, The Ultimate Random Encounters Book: bit.ly/RandomBook Find out more about the show at our website: www.vre.show Show pins and more: shop.vre.show Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/VRE Follow us @VRECast…
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Window #2: Colonel Waffles McSafety
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1:06:29An entire building has gone missing within the government facility at Summer Grove. Stranger still is what has appeared in its place. Thanks to Shayne Plunkett & Jesse Wright of Meadow Vista Media, who created this season's intro theme: www.meadowvistamedia.com Twitter: @MVM_Studio IG: @meadowvistamedia Buy our book, The Ultimate Random Encounters …
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