Bedste The Patch-podcasts (2024)

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Will Halo Come to PlayStation? 1:24:58

11d ago1:24:58

1:24:58

In this week's Gaming Fun Fact we take a look at what happened to arcades. Back in the day, arcades were virtually the only way to enjoy video games, but over time the home console overtook one of the most popular hangout locations for kids and adults alike. We'll explore exactly what lead to the downfall of arcades and the rise of the home console…

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Celebrate Peanut Butter Lovers Month! 24:49

28d ago24:49

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Get a Taste of November and Celebrate National Peanut Butter Lovers Month with this episode of "The Peanut Patch," a Big Blend Radio foodie podcast featuring Donna George. Check out Donna's recipes that include all kinds of seasonal favorites, and of course, peanut butter cookies! See: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing-category/donna-george/ Open…

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Borderlands Movie Didn't Hurt Take-Two, PlayStation Controller With a Rewind Button, Mass Effect TV Series 1:37:28

19d ago1:37:28

1:37:28

In this week's Gaming Fun Fact we explore three wacky arcade machines. First up from 1976 is "Fonz" by Sega, based on the popular character from the hit TV show Happy Days. Second, we have Fire Truck by Atari (1978), that boasts the title of "first co-op arcade game." And finally, Police 911 (2000) that showcased immersive motion controls before th…

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Sony Closes Concord Dev, Black Ops 6 Launch, Cyberpunk 2077 on Mac 1:31:14

24d ago1:31:14

1:31:14

After Concord's launch and subsequent de-listing, many gamers figured that Sony's troubled hero shooter would re-release as a free-to-play title, or live on in some other form. Unfortunately, Sony has decided to shut down Firewalk Studios altogether. Cyberpunk 2077 is on the way to the Mac! With Apple taking gaming more seriously these days, Cyberp…

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Motion Controls on Sega Genesis, Black Ops 6 on Game Pass 1:16:02

1M ago1:16:02

1:16:02

In this week's Gaming Fun Fact we go back in time to take a look at motion controls on the Sega Genesis. The Sega Activator is a controller that allows players to move, kick, and punch their way through various experiences like fighting games. It is a ring of infrared sensors set up in different segments that represent individual inputs, the player…

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Xbox Partner Preview October 2024, Death of the AA Game 1:48:02

1M ago1:48:02

1:48:02

The Xbox Partner Preview showed off some upcoming Xbox games including titles such as: FBC Firebreak, Blindfire, Cronos: New Dawn, Wuchang: Fallen Feathers, and more! Former PlayStation exec, Shawn Layden, has been sounding the alarm about what he calls a "collapse of creativity" in the gaming industry that has lead to development companies relying…

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The Pumpkin Patch is open! 3:38

2M ago3:38

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In this heartwarming episode of "The Pumpkin Patch," Katie reflects on her journey since joining Foxes Farm Produce in January. As she experiences her first pumpkin season, she shares fascinating insights about the pumpkin growing and harvesting process. From the surprising early harvest in August to the bustling preparations for the busy October s…

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Horizon Live Service Game, Forced PSN Sign-Ins, Ubisoft May Go Private 1:17:51

2M ago1:17:51

1:17:51

In this week's Gaming Fun Fact we discussed an innovative controller for the Atari 2600 that allowed players to control games via their mind! This mystical device was called the Atari Mindlink and it didn't really give you telepathic gaming powers, it instead used sensors in a headband to detect forehead and facial movements and convert them into c…

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Donna George - Get a Taste of Fall at The Peanut Patch 22:17

2M ago22:17

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Get a Taste of Fall and celebrate Football Season and October being National Cookie Month, Chili Month, Apple Month, and Dessert Month with this episode of "The Peanut Patch," a Big Blend Radio foodie podcast featuring Donna George. Check out Donna's recipes that include all kinds of seasonal favorites, and of course, peanut butter cookies! See: ht…

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Meet the Team – Tractor Tales and Pumpkin Deliveries! 6:20

2M ago6:20

6:20

In this episode of The Pumpkin Patch Mum, we're diving deep into the world of pumpkins with two special guests – Ben, one of our new tractor drivers, and Eddie, our trusty pumpkin delivery driver. From first-time farm experiences to tricky deliveries across the UK, we explore what it’s really like working on a pumpkin farm during harvest season. 👀 …

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PlayStation State of Play September 2024, PS5 Pro Enhanced Games 1:41:50

2M ago1:41:50

1:41:50

In this week's Gaming Fun Fact we explored the origins of E3, as video games matured from a simple tent at CES, to a well organized and professionally represented industry. Previously considered just a kid's toy, video games weren't given a proper platform to showcase their hardware and software. However, after the Senate started taking interest in…

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Our London day out with pumpkins! 7:42

2M ago7:42

7:42

🎃 The Pumpkin Patch Mum: A Day in London with Foxes, Pumpkins, and Surprises 🎃 In this fun-filled episode of The Pumpkin Patch Mum, join me and Mum as we take our pumpkin-filled lives on a wild PR adventure through the heart of London! From the iconic Tower Bridge to Covent Garden, it's a whirlwind of press, marketing, and a few unexpected encounte…

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Switch 2 Leaks, Nintendo Sues Palworld Over Patents, Good Guy Krafton 1:53:25

2M ago1:53:25

1:53:25

In this week's Gaming Fun Fact, we go back in time to the theatrical release of Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines and the rather ridiculous rapid-fire movie games that were used to promote it. There are an astonishing three movie games released to promote this movie including Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines, Terminator 3: War of the Machines, a…

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The Patch Set Up Gang! 2:33

2M ago2:33

2:33

Welcome to The Pumpkin Patch Mum, a down-to-earth and heartwarming podcast where we explore the vibrant, sometimes messy life of farming, family, and everything in between! In today's episode, I'm joined by two of our long-standing team members, Ryan and Dave, who I like to call my personal "Pumpkin Patch Handymen." They’ve been hard at work helpin…

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PS5 Pro Revealed, Microsoft Job Cuts, Watch Dogs Movie 1:41:53

3M ago1:41:53

1:41:53

In this week's Gaming Fun Fact, we take a look at the speedrunning community surrounding the game The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. We'll explore some key milestones like the discovery of wrong warp, super slide, and much more! Sony has officially unveiled the PS5 Pro with an upgraded GPU, advanced ray tracing, and AI-driven upscaling. This new…

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Pumpkin Patch Memories and Patch Set Up 6:07

3M ago6:07

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In this episode, we dive into the delightful, sometimes chaotic, but always memorable life of running a pumpkin patch at Foxes Farm Produce. It’s a family-run business with heartfelt anecdotes, funny moments, and reflections on how the patch has grown over the years. The Foxes Farm pumpkin team recall early memories, like Guy’s mother-in-law runnin…

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Concord Is Offline, Game Pass on iOS Is Impossible, Ubisoft Shares Fall on Star Wars Outlaws Sales 1:41:31

3M ago1:41:31

1:41:31

Concord, Sony's Overwatch-like competitive shooter, has been taken offline as of September 6, 2024 - just days after its debut on August 23, 2024. The developer has stated that they will be exploring options that include ways to better reaching their players. My estimate? It'll be back and free-to-play. Microsoft says that Apple's 30% fee makes Xbo…

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September is Sweet and Spicy 19:46

3M ago19:46

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From local honey and Medjool dates to jalapeno peanut brittle and all kinds of salsas, relishes, and preserves, celebrate the sweet and spice of September with this episode of "The Peanut Patch," a Big Blend Radio foodie podcast featuring Donna George. Check out Donna's recipe for Pita Pockets with Chinese Chicken-Peanut Sauce: https://blendradioan…

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Harvesting Memories: Pumpkin Picking with Bertie 5:21

3M ago5:21

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In this heartwarming episode of Pumpkin Patch Mum, join us as we dive into the vibrant and sometimes chaotic world of pumpkin farming and family life. Today, we're in the midst of the busy pumpkin harvest, juggling the demands of the farm with the joys of raising children. It's a special day as Bertie joins me in the field, earning some pocket mone…

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PS5 Pro Leak, GameStop Goes Retro, Alan Wake TV Shows 1:29:48

3M ago1:29:48

1:29:48

In this week's Gaming Fun Fact we explore one of the first public cases of development hell by analyzing a game that took a whole 14 years to release! Duke Nukem Forever went through two development teams, two engines, and some terrible reviews before all was said and done. This goes to show us that video game development isn't easy, and even if a …

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Harvest time, pumpkin pickers and GCSE results 5:46

3M ago5:46

5:46

In this episode Emily explains how the pumpkin harvest is operating at the pumpkin patch at Foxes Farm Produce in Colchester, Essex. It's harvest time on the farm for the pumpkins and the pickers are in the fields picking the pumpkins. Emily then explains what it is like to load the pallets, inspect the pumpkins for quality and there is even an opp…

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Fortnite Returns to iPhone, Krafton Acquires Tango Gameworks, and Activision’s Download Dilemma 1:34:12

3M ago1:34:12

1:34:12

In this episode of the Day One Patch Podcast, we kick things off with a Video Game Fun Fact, where Matt takes us through the story of Microsoft's infamous one billion-dollar mistake—better known as the Red Ring of Death (RROD). Learn how this major hardware flaw led to massive recalls and ultimately shaped the future of Xbox. Top Stories: - Fortnit…

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Intros, Summer and Pumpkins 7:49

4M ago7:49

7:49

Join Emily 'The Pumpkin Patch Mum' on her new podcast where she provides you with an introduction to pumpkin farming whilst juggling her lifestyle as a mum. This episode gives you an insight into Emily's life at the start of the pumpkin season. www.foxesfarmproduce.co.ukAf Emily French

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Super Sandwiches and Sides 18:59

4M ago18:59

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From good old-fashioned peanut butter and jelly sandwiches to avocado toast with crispy bacon and a splash of salsa, celebrate National Sandwich Month and Panini Month with this episode of "The Peanut Patch," a Big Blend Radio foodie podcast featuring Donna George. Check out Donna's recipe for Pita Pockets with Chinese Chicken-Peanut Sauce: https:/…

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Video Game Voice Actors on Strike, Fortnite Leaving Galaxy Store 1:34:19

4M ago1:34:19

1:34:19

In this week's Gaming Fun Fact, we explore the first ever easter egg and the origins behind it. Back when video games were in their infancy, developers were often completely overshadowed by the brand they worked for, often never being given credit directly - but some found creative revolution, just like in the game "Adventure" for the Atari 2600. V…

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Game Pass on Fire TV Stick, Xbox Game Pass Degradation, GeForce Now on Game Pass 1:08:28

4M ago1:08:28

1:08:28

In this week's Gaming Fun Fact we take a look at one of the first gaming VR experiences that not only delivered major IP titles such as Mario, but was also a portable solution over 20 years before the Oculus Quest 2's release. We are of course talking about the famous (some say infamous) Nintendo Virtual Boy. Amazon is now selling a "no console req…

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Xbox Game Pass Standard Tier, The Long Running Nintendo Switch, Hellblade 2 Sales 1:24:37

5M ago1:24:37

1:24:37

In this week's Gaming Fun Fact we explore the world of Bethesda's game engines, starting all the way back with Elder Scrolls: Arena - before the days of the famous (infamous?) Creation engine. Xbox Game Pass is receiving a price increase and a new standard tier that will not be including day one releases. The new tier replaces the console tier, how…

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Nintendo on Longer Dev Cycles, Elden Ring DLC Nerfs, Was the Xbox 360 Peak Gaming? 2:11:31

5M ago2:11:31

2:11:31

In this week's Gaming Fun Fact we discussed the infamous PS3 development woes, namely how difficult it was to create PS3 games for developers. This was due to the console's complex Cell Processor, ununified memory, and more. Then in the week's gaming news, we discussed: Nintendo believes that longer game development cycles are inevitable, however, …

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Cool, Sweet, and Unique Summer Treats 23:37

5M ago23:37

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What kind of toppings are you putting on your ice cream? Celebrate Foodie Friday, National Ice Cream Month, and Christmas in July with this episode of "The Peanut Patch," a Big Blend Radio Foodie Podcast with Donna George, that focuses on summer treats that cool, refreshing, and unique. Check out Donna's summer recipes: * Fruit & Nut Parfait: https…

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Nintendo Direct June 2024, PS VR2 Is Dying, Elden Ring DLC 1:45:34

5M ago1:45:34

1:45:34

In this week's Gaming Fun Fact we explore early wireless gaming controllers, specifically the Game Mate 2. Many people believe that the Wavebird for Nintendo GameCube was the first wireless controller, but in fact wireless controllers go all the way back to 1982 with the Atari 2600. Nintendo Direct June 2024 was a loaded presentation that Tim was k…

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Xbox Games Showcase 2024 and The Bit Wars! 1:57:13

6M ago1:57:13

1:57:13

In this week's Gaming Fun Fact, we explore the bit wars! Namely the period of time where consoles were fighting for dominance through rigorous hardware upgrades and full force marketing campaigns - many of which rallied around how many bits their console had under the hood. Despite the bit wars' lack of an official start and end date, this period l…

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Summer Game Fest 2024 1:23:06

6M ago1:23:06

1:23:06

In this week's Gaming Fun Fact, we discuss the history of gaming handhelds. Many people think that the original Game Boy kicked off the handheld gaming scene, but it started much earlier back with the Microvision in 1979. Sporting a 16 x 16 pixel screen and cartridge-based games, the Microvision pre-dated the Game Boy by ~11 years. Hot off the pres…

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Super Snacks for Road Trippers and Outdoor Adventurers 22:22

6M ago22:22

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From gourmet trail mix to Spanish peanuts, this inaugural episode of "The Peanut Patch," a Big Blend Radio Foodie Podcast with Donna George, focuses on super snacks for road trippers and outdoor adventurers. Open from October-April and located in Yuma, Arizona, The Peanut Patch is a southwest tradition for farm fresh peanuts, culinary gifts, and sw…

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PlayStation State of Play May 2024 1:20:18

6M ago1:20:18

1:20:18

In this week's Video Game Fun Fact, we explore the world of blowing into cartridges. If you've ever used a console that relied on cartridges, then you've almost definitely tried to boot up a game, have it fail, take the cartridge out to blow on it, then get it magically works. Well what exactly is happening there? Should you blow on your cartridges…

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Naughty Dog Redefining Mainstream Perceptions of Gaming, the Importance of AI in Gaming, Atari Buys Intellivision (Mostly) 1:33:28

6M ago1:33:28

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In this week's gaming fun fact we discuss massive game worlds, specifically the largest ones ever made. Elder Scrolls II: Daggerfall is known for it's absolutely massive landmass that equates roughly to the size of Great Britain. However, it's predecessor Elder Scrolls: Arena comes in at a staggering ~9.6 million square kilometers (approximately th…

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Assassin’s Creed Shadows Revealed, Tomb Raider Series on Prime Video, Square Enix Goes Multi-Platform 1:27:04

6M ago1:27:04

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In this week's Gaming Fun Fact, we discuss some Halo facts that may catch you by surprise including all the work that was put into the Halo 3 engine, the last minute addition of multiplayer in Halo: Combat Evolved, Destiny easter eggs in ODST, and more! Assassin's Creed is finally headed to Japan with the reveal of Assassin's Creed Shadows, shown o…

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Microsoft Closing Studios, Switch 2 Reveal, In-Game Ads for EA 1:17:02

7M ago1:17:02

1:17:02

In this week's Gaming Fun Fact, we explore the days before the internet was widespread, but gaming was still alive and well. Today we push updates to our games all the time, to fix problems of all sizes, and even to overhaul entire experiences. But before high-speed internet, how did games get updated? Microsoft has closed down a collection of stud…

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Xbox Game Showcase Predictions, Redfall DLC, Square Enix’s New Approach to Gaming 1:11:35

7M ago1:11:35

1:11:35

In this week's Gaming Fun Fact, we explore the world of the very first commercially available arcade game - Computer Space. Computer Space was a precursor to Pong, being shipped in an arcade cabinet that looked like something straight out of Star Trek. Computer Space sold over 1000 units and was controlled entirely by buttons (no joystick) where a …

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One Million Fallout 76 Players, Fallout 4 Next-Gen Update, Xbox VR Headset 1:27:00

7M ago1:27:00

1:27:00

Xbox is entering the VR space by partnering with Meta to create a limited-edition Meta Quest headset bundle - this news comes to us as apart of Meta's recent announcement that they will be powering third-party headset makers such as Lenovo and Asus. Fallout fever has gone and got us down! The Prime Video show has ignited a flurry of Fallout popular…

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Changing Attitudes 43:20

7M ago43:20

43:20

Hey soul Patch listeners, Jack here. We have an interesting episode for you today. We were kind of all over the place. We were talking about, well, first, we had to issue a retraction. We gave you some wrong information regarding elections. And then we talked about a little bit about doughnuts, which is always a good topic. I enjoy that. And uh, yo…

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The Seoul Stache | 10th Anniversary of the Sewol Disaster 18:41

7M ago18:41

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In this bonus episode, the guys talk about where they were and what they were feeling when the Sewol disaster occurred ten years ago. If you like the outro music, check out Ryan's album here: https://thatsspanishfor.bandcamp.com/album/the-moo-moo-choo-choo You can find The Seoul Patch Podcast listed on Feedspot's 25 Best South Korea Podcasts. Check…

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Xbox Game Preservation, Next-Gen Xbox Console, Our Thoughts on the Fallout Series 1:35:59

8M ago1:35:59

1:35:59

Sarah Bond has confirmed through emails to her staff that Xbox has created a dedicated game preservation team that is working to ensure our digital libraries will be accessible on as many future consoles as possible. As also confirmed in Sarah's emails, Xbox is working on a next-gen console that promises to be a massive technological leap. We offer…

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Emulators on App Store, KOTOR Remake Alive and Well 1:26:33

8M ago1:26:33

1:26:33

Video Game Fun Fact: This week's fun fact revolves around Fallout 3's iconic handheld nuclear launching device - the Fat Man. As ridiculous as it sounds, the Fat Man's design was inspired by a real cold war era weapon called the M-388 Davy Crokett Tactical Nuclear Recoilless Rifle that was put into service in two models including the M28 (light) an…

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Political Campaigns, Green Onions, and Doctor Strikes 40:11

8M ago40:11

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In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Kevin and Jack talk about political campaigns in South Korea and a few of the hot button political issues defining the current parliamentary election. If you like the outro music, check out Ryan's album here: https://thatsspanishfor.bandcamp.com/album/the-moo-moo-choo-choo You can find The Seoul Patch …

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Epic Games Store And Steam On Xbox, Xbox Handheld Console, GTA 6 At 30fps On PS5 1:24:30

8M ago1:24:30

1:24:30

Video Game Fun Fact: During the development of 2003's Call of Duty, its codename was "MOH killer" or "Medal of Honor killer" as the series was going after EA's acclaimed WWII shooter series. Much like Medal of Honor at the time, the Call of Duty campaign was originally going to follow a sort of James Bond-like character taking on hundreds of soldie…

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Dragon's Dogma 2 Microtransactions, PSVR 2 Production Paused, Baldur's Gate 3 DLC 1:24:13

8M ago1:24:13

1:24:13

Video game fun fact of the week: Mercenaries 2 held a promotion shortly before it launched where it offered free gas in north London and LA for a day. The promotion transformed the gas stations with Mercenaries 2 themed posters and paid actors playing the part of the mercenaries. Unfortunately, the promotion went off the rails a bit in London as it…

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PS5 Pro Holiday 2024, Star Wars: Battlefront Classic Collection’s Disastrous Launch, WB Games Doubling Down on Live Service Despite Suicide Squad 1:18:16

9M ago1:18:16

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PS5 Pro seems early...but also right on time? With the difficulty in grabbing a PS5 in the year following its launch, man gamers may feel as though it's too early for there to already be an upgrade to the PlayStation 5. However, it appears that this pro model is not only in production, but also coming as soon as the holiday season 2024. Star Wars: …

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Justified Neglect 47:47

9M ago47:47

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Hey everybody, this is Jack from the Soul Patch podcast and. We are back. We are planning to release episodes twice a month, and today's episode started as a a kind of free form conversation, but it led into talking about connections that we try to hold on to. When we move to Korea and. And whether it's healthy to, try to hold on to those connectio…

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S9E3 - Four-Leaf Clover by Ella Higginson 1:11

9M ago1:11

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Each leaf of the clover has a meaning behind it according to Ella Higginson’s poem, “Four-Leaf Clover.” Listen to hear what she suggests and where the clover grows. Read by Dana Flowers. Our Audio Engineer was Jacob Gorsich. A Production of We Are One Body® Audio Theatre.

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Xbox Games Coming to PlayStation, Elden Ring DLC Revealed, Battlefront Is Back 1:24:37

9M ago1:24:37

1:24:37

Xbox has confirmed the games that are coming to PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch with release dates including: Pentiment, Hi-Fi Rush, Grounded, and Sea of Thieves. Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree gameplay trailer and release date was just revealed, giving us an insights into what the highly anticipated DLC is story-wise and how b…

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