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Backlog Busters podcast

@backlog-busters.bsky.social

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A collection of gamers discussing games in their backlogs and having a good time. Patreon.com/BacklogBusters

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Backlog Busters podcast @backlog-busters.bsky.social · 14/06/2026

The most recent episode of the Backlog Busters is available on your podcatcher of choice. We had @zablanc.bsky.social on to talk about his time with Heavy Rain. Also, @grrouchie.bsky.social Grilling became an impromptu sponsor. open.spotify.com/episode/3HoS...

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Backlog Busters podcast @backlog-busters.bsky.social · 04/04/2026

Our latest episode, "Shopping for a Spine," is now available. We discuss movies, books, music, and of course, video games. We even had a fun discussion about basketball (Go Spurs Go!). open.spotify.com/episode/4BnC...

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Shopping for a Spine

Backlog Busters podcast @backlog-busters.bsky.social · 21/03/2026

Our latest episode, "What's Been Buying?" is now available. Hear our first thoughts on Slay the Spire 2 (now in early access) and catch some amazing codes and tricks for Command and Conquer for the Sega Saturn. open.spotify.com/episode/28xO...

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Backlog Busters podcast @backlog-busters.bsky.social · 14/03/2026

Our latest episode, "Blood Syrup," is now available on your podcast app of choice. We had a great discussion about hiking tips, a recipe for King Ranch chicken, and all the games we've been playing. spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/PThyhQYhu1b

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Backlog Busters podcast @backlog-busters.bsky.social · 07/02/2026

The latest episode of the Backlog Busters is now available! Follow us on your favorite podcasting app. We record every week to discuss life, what's good, and the video games we've been playing. open.spotify.com/episode/29Ko...

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Backlog Busters podcast @backlog-busters.bsky.social · 13/12/2025

The latest episode of the Backlog Busters is now available on your podcast feeds. It would mean a lot if you could like, follow, rate, etc. open.spotify.com/episode/566L...

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Backlog Busters podcast @backlog-busters.bsky.social · 07/12/2025

Time for another episode! This time we talk about great gaming deals and great games. open.spotify.com/episode/3l5F...

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Black Friday Strikes Again

Backlog Busters podcast @backlog-busters.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

Well, that was fun to scroll through. Thank you to everyone who gave our little show a listen!

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Backlog Busters podcast @backlog-busters.bsky.social · 30/11/2025

On our latest episode, @grrouchie.bsky.social leads a discussion on homemade barbecue sauces. Please enjoy! spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/fnTAAtzLHYb

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Don't Drown Your Fans by The Backlog Busters

Welcome to the Backlog Busters, Season 8 - Episode 46. Mathman, Grrouchie, Hootz, and BlazeKnight talk about Thanksgiving break, homemade barbecue sauce, finishing projects, weddings, and how fast our...

Backlog Busters podcast @backlog-busters.bsky.social · 23/11/2025

Season 8: Episode 46 of the Backlog Busters is now available. On this episode, @mathman1024.bsky.social was joined by one of our community members, Nate, to talk about what's good and what we've been playing. Please enjoy! spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/GKaasU29vYb

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You Got This by The Backlog Busters

Welcome to the Backlog Busters, Season 8 - Episode 45. Mathman is joined by community member t4ked4 (Nate) to talk about Extra Life, gymnastics, movies, Halloween, and Christmas. At the end of the epi...

Backlog Busters podcast @backlog-busters.bsky.social · 20/11/2025

On our most recent episode, @skinnymattk.bsky.social and @mathman1024.bsky.social discuss their escapades to the Extra Life event host by @cpgsean.bsky.social and his gang of misfits. It was a blast, and we hope we can make there again next year. open.spotify.com/episode/716A...

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Backlog Busters podcast @backlog-busters.bsky.social · 02/11/2025

Our latest episode, "Basic Balls," Is now available on your favorite podcast listening app. We talk a lot about Ball x Pit, the latest indie darling that has a strong "just one more run" vibe. open.spotify.com/episode/3xnF...

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Backlog Busters podcast @backlog-busters.bsky.social · 27/10/2025

Please give our latest episode, "Accidental 6th," a listen! We talked about a lot of games because someone went to an arcade to celebrate a birthday. open.spotify.com/episode/2qG0...

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Backlog Busters podcast @backlog-busters.bsky.social · 19/10/2025

Our latest episode, "Poetry Club," comes with a trigger warning as we dive into Doki Doki Literature Club and some of the dark and disturbing content related to mental health that is presented in that game. This is one that will stick with us... open.spotify.com/episode/2Abp...

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Backlog Busters podcast @backlog-busters.bsky.social · 11/10/2025

On our latest episode, we discuss the price hike on Xbox Game Pass in addition to our normal chatting about what we've been playing. Give us a listen, a thumbs up, a 5-star rating, ring the bell, like and subscribe, etc. open.spotify.com/episode/0pcb...

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Backlog Busters podcast @backlog-busters.bsky.social · 05/10/2025

The Backlog Busters are "Hitting the Milestones" in our latest episode. This time, it's just Mike and the mathman for one of our shortest episodes ever (~70 minutes). Stick around until the end for top tips for beating Silver Surfer (NES). open.spotify.com/episode/6dxc...

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Backlog Busters podcast @backlog-busters.bsky.social · 28/09/2025

"Take it Down a Notch" is our latest episode, and it features one of our community members, Nate. We had a great time chatting, catching up, and talking about video games. Please enjoy! open.spotify.com/episode/47Yh...

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Backlog Busters podcast @backlog-busters.bsky.social · 21/09/2025

Our latest episode is all about "Understandering" and learning new (?) words. We discuss our thoughts about the latest Nintendo Direct and just how amazing the Switch is set up for RPGs for the next six months. creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/...

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Understandering by The Backlog Busters

Welcome to the Backlog Busters, Season 8 - Episode 36. Mathman, Hootz, and BlazeKnight discuss new socks and windows, earning and redeeming Xbox rewards points, and hiking and walking in nature. At th...

Backlog Busters podcast @backlog-busters.bsky.social · 14/09/2025

Our latest episode is "OSHA Approved" for your listening enjoyment. Listen until the end for tips and tricks for Abadox on the NES and Chip's Challenge for the Lynx. creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/...

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OSHA Approved by The Backlog Busters

Welcome to the Backlog Busters, Season 8 - Episode 35. Mathman, Hootz, and BlazeKnight discuss Murderbot, corn and chili, frozen La Croix, Monarch butterflies, and yardwork. At the end of the episode,...

Backlog Busters podcast @backlog-busters.bsky.social · 06/09/2025

Season 8 - Episode 34 - "Feel My Feet" Now available on your favorite podcast app. If you were a patron (www.patreon.com/backlogbusters), you could hear @mathman1024.bsky.social interview @blaze0923.bsky.social . creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/...

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Backlog Busters podcast @backlog-busters.bsky.social · 30/08/2025

Ever want to listen to friends chill and discuss life and video games? We've got that plus some cool codes and tricks for Kablooey (SNES) and Predator 2 (Genesis). Give us a listen! spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/9Kpd0to1eWb

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Hand Gestures out the Wazoo! by The Backlog Busters

Welcome to the Backlog Busters, Season 8 - Episode 33. Mathman, SkinnyMatt, and BlazeKnight discuss benefits of being a therapist, lunch with friends, a magnifier to aid with reading, and celebrating ...

Backlog Busters podcast @backlog-busters.bsky.social · 23/08/2025

"Blindfold Battling" is now available. Listen as @blaze0923.bsky.social recounts dangerous trampoline tricks and @mathman1024.bsky.social actually plays games from the backlog! creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/...

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Blindfold Battling by The Backlog Busters

Welcome to the Backlog Busters, Season 8 - Episode 32. Mathman and BlazeKnight discuss not working during vacation, time with old friends, and milestone birthdays. At the end of the episode, we dish o...

Backlog Busters podcast @backlog-busters.bsky.social · 17/08/2025

Our latest episode, "Where is the Land?" is now available. We had a full house as five of the busters were present. We had a segment about demos, so let us know some of your favorites. creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/...

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Where is the Land? by The Backlog Busters

Welcome to the Backlog Busters, Season 8 - Episode 31. We have a full house with Mathman, BlazeKnight, Hootz, SkinnyMatt, and Grrouchie. We discussed literal river bands, new air conditioners, vacatio...

Backlog Busters podcast @backlog-busters.bsky.social · 09/08/2025

Our latest episode, "It's Getting Hot in Here," is now available on your podcast app of choice. We discussed games and the Nintendo Direct. If you were a patron (patreon.com/backlogbusters), you would have heard a good post show discussion about neurodiversity. creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/...

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Backlog Busters podcast @backlog-busters.bsky.social · 07/08/2025

We are going to discuss game demos this weekend. Has there been a demo to convince you to buy or avoid buying the full game? What are your thoughts on the most recent Switch demos like The Adventures of Elliot, Shinobi, and Mina the Hollower?

Backlog Busters podcast @backlog-busters.bsky.social · 02/08/2025

The latest episode, "Deep Sigh," is now out! Stick around to the end to hear some top secret tips for some N64 games. It's a pity that Mike wasn't there for it. creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/...

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Deep Sigh by The Backlog Busters

Welcome to the Backlog Busters, Season 8 - Episode 29. Mathman, Hootz, and SkinnyMatt talk about the LEGO Gameboy set, seeing friends at funerals, Florida vacations, dolphin painting, and traveling to...

Backlog Busters podcast @backlog-busters.bsky.social · 27/07/2025

Our most recent episode, "Lost and Found," is now on podcatchers everywhere. Stick around to the end for top secret tips for Impossamole (TG-16) and The Immortal (Genesis). And, thanks for listening! creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/...

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Lost and Found by The Backlog Busters

Welcome to the Backlog Busters, Season 8 - Episode 28. Mathman and Blaze discuss doing work on vacation, reading good books, and watching our kids excel at video games. At the end of the episode, we d...

Backlog Busters podcast @backlog-busters.bsky.social · 20/07/2025

The latest episode, "Unskippable," is now out. If you were a patron (www.patreon.com/backlogbusters), you would get to hear a discussion about whether there were good musical artists before the 1980s. creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/...

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Backlog Busters podcast @backlog-busters.bsky.social · 12/07/2025

Our latest episode, "I Hate Fireworks," is now available. You definitely want to catch this one as @blaze0923.bsky.social challenges the crew with a Jeopardy-style game. creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/...

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I Hate Fireworks by The Backlog Busters

Welcome to the Backlog Busters, Season 8 - Episode 26. It's a full house with Mathman, Hootz, SkinnyMatt, and BlazeKnight discussing refrigerator issues, birthdays, parks, and days off work. At the en...

Backlog Busters podcast @backlog-busters.bsky.social · 06/07/2025

Our latest episode, "Metacritic Island," is now available on your podcatcher of choice. Limited to 1000 total points from Metacritic, which games would you choose to play (and nothing else) for the rest of your life? creators.spotify.com/pod/show/bac...

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Metacritic Island by The Backlog Busters

Welcome to the Backlog Busters, Season 8 - Episode 25. Mathman and BlazeKnight discuss the audiobook "Fight, Magic, Items," pictures of our children when they were little, playing games on the 3DS, an...

Backlog Busters podcast @backlog-busters.bsky.social · 21/06/2025

Come listen to the latest episode of the Backlog Busters. We talk about what's been good, games we've been playing, and secret codes for Zombie Ate My Neighbors and the Genesis version of Street Fighter II. creators.spotify.com/pod/show/bac...

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Avoid the Clunk by The Backlog Busters

Welcome to the Backlog Busters, Season 8 - Episode 23. Mathman, BlazeKnight, and Hootz talk about No King protests, unboxing of Like a Dragon: Yakuza Pirate in Hawaii, Steel Magnolias, and early Fathe...

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Backlog Busters podcast @backlog-busters.bsky.social · 15/06/2025

The latest episode is now available for your consumption. We discussed the Switch 2 launch in addition to what's been good. We also dished out tricks for Prince of Persia and Sonic 2. creators.spotify.com/pod/show/bac...

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Kurt Is The Real MVP by The Backlog Busters

Welcome to the Backlog Busters, Season 8 - Episode 22. Mathman and Hootz talk about the Switch 2, interesting students, science centers, and feeding birds. At the end of the episode, we dish out top s...

Backlog Busters podcast @backlog-busters.bsky.social · 08/06/2025

The latest episode of the Backlog Busters is now available. We talk about our Switch memories, favorite games, and hopes for its successor. If you were a patron (patreon.com/backlogbusters), you would have heard us play a Jeopardy-style game. Please enjoy! creators.spotify.com/.../A-Body-F....

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Backlog Busters podcast @backlog-busters.bsky.social · 24/05/2025

Season 8, Episode 19 - "Peach Appraisal" - is now out on your favorite podcatching app. Give us a listen, join us on our Discord, share, like, rate, etc. creators.spotify.com/pod/show/bac...

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Peach Appraisal by The Backlog Busters

Welcome to the Backlog Busters, Season 8 - Episode 19. Mathman, Blaze, and Hootz talk about quick deliveries, breakfast with friends, and quality time with family without fighting (!). At the end of t...

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Backlog Busters podcast @backlog-busters.bsky.social · 03/05/2025

Episode 16 of Season 8 has just hit the feeds. You'll just have to listen to understand the title, "7-Dollar Bills." Also, if you were a patron (patreon.com/backlogbusters), you would get to hear the game that @blaze0923.bsky.social created for us to play. creators.spotify.com/pod/show/bac...

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Backlog Busters podcast @backlog-busters.bsky.social · 20/04/2025

"Jar Jar Cantina" is now up on all podcast feeds. We had a full crew (five people!) on this episode, including our fearless founder, @grrouchie.bsky.social . creators.spotify.com/pod/show/bac...

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Jar Jar Cantina by The Backlog Busters

Welcome to the Backlog Busters, Season 8 - Episode 14. Mathman, Blaze, Hootz, SkinnyMatt, and Grrouchie discuss upgrading cars, open play at an arcade, the Minecraft movie, the Sonic 2 movie, and gett...

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Backlog Busters podcast @backlog-busters.bsky.social · 05/04/2025

Our latest episode, "Switch 2 - Electric Boogaloo," is now available on all podcast platforms. We recorded this a week ago and made predictions about the Switch 2 presentation that happened two days ago. Just how good were we? creators.spotify.com/pod/show/bac...

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Switch 2 - Electric Boogaloo by The Backlog Busters

Welcome to the Backlog Busters, Season 8 - Episode 12. Mathman and Hootz discuss the deck of Balatro-themed cards and picking up dog poop with sons. We talked about the Switch direct and made our pred...

Backlog Busters podcast @backlog-busters.bsky.social · 29/03/2025

"No More Monkeys Jumping on the Bed" is our latest episode. In addition to talking about life and what we've been playing, we also discussed strategy guides and how bad some of them were. Patrons were treated to a post-show game and early access (just sayin'). open.spotify.com/episode/6O2O...

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Backlog Busters podcast @backlog-busters.bsky.social · 23/03/2025

If you're not a patron (patreon.com/backlogbusters), then you will be missing out on a fun after show where the Busters were challenged with a Jeopardy style quiz.

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Backlog Busters podcast @backlog-busters.bsky.social · 23/03/2025

Our latest episode is up on the free feeds. We discuss our favorite games that have the just-one-more-turn/run mechanic. We even found out that there was a SNES game James Bond, Jr. creators.spotify.com/pod/show/bac...

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One More Time by The Backlog Busters

Welcome to the Backlog Busters, Season 8 - Episode 10. Mathman, BlazeKnight, and Hootz discuss winning at Pictionary, free breakfast, and more great library finds. We dished out level codes for the SN...

Backlog Busters podcast @backlog-busters.bsky.social · 15/03/2025

"Got Your Diaper Bag?" is now available on all podcast feeds. We discuss Monster Hunter Wilds and then share a tip for playing golf in a basketball video game. creators.spotify.com/pod/show/bac...

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Got Your Diaper Bag? by The Backlog Busters

Welcome to the Backlog Busters, Season 8 - Episode 9. Mathman, BlazeKnight, Hootz, and SkinnyMatt discuss new washing machines, birthday dinners, reorganizing board games, going back to work, and reme...

Backlog Busters podcast @backlog-busters.bsky.social · 08/03/2025

"Don't Poison the Pokemon" is our latest episode filled with all kinds of game talk. Four good friends chatting about games and life. What more could you ask for? creators.spotify.com/pod/show/bac...

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Don't Poison the Pokemon! by The Backlog Busters

Welcome to the Backlog Busters, Season 8 - Episode 8. Mathman, BlazeKnight, Hootz, and SkinnyMatt discuss horse head emojis, vacations, anniversaries, and birthdays. We dished out secret tips for Arno...

Backlog Busters podcast @backlog-busters.bsky.social · 01/03/2025

The latest episode is now available on your podcatcher of choice. This relatively short (72 minutes) episode finds @blaze0923.bsky.social quitting a game after a waterfall, @mathman1024.bsky.social reading some books, and tips for classic Genesis and SNES games. creators.spotify.com/pod/show/bac...

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Waterfall and Quit by The Backlog Busters

Welcome to the Backlog Busters, Season 8 - Episode 7. Mathman and BlazeKnight talk about "The Last Ronin" and nine-day-long vacations. We also handed out secret tips and tactics for the classic Sega G...

Backlog Busters podcast @backlog-busters.bsky.social · 23/02/2025

Our latest episode is now live. Patrons would get the episode a week early an understand why the alternate title was "Groom by Feel." Please enjoy! creators.spotify.com/pod/show/bac...

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What is This, 10cc?! by The Backlog Busters

Welcome to the Backlog Busters, Season 8 - Episode 6. Mathman, SkinnyMatt, and Mike talk about delicious potato dishes, retro arcades, and "The Last Ronin." We also handed out secret tips and tactics ...

Backlog Busters podcast @backlog-busters.bsky.social · 16/02/2025

The latest episode is now available. Don't forget to stick around to the end to hear about some great retro game tips for Total Recall and Daedalian Opus! creators.spotify.com/pod/show/bac...

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Indifferent at the Very Least by The Backlog Busters

Welcome to the Backlog Busters, Season 8 - Episode 5. Mathman, Hootz, and Mike talk about getting their lives together, learning German, and Spotify playlists. Hootz - Animal Well, Kirby and the Forgo...

Backlog Busters podcast @backlog-busters.bsky.social · 09/02/2025

Patreon members get their weekly drop right now! For as little as $1/month, you get full, unedited episodes a week early. Tonight we (well, just two of us) geeked out over math. Do YOU know the limit of rupees Link can carry in LoZ (NES)? patreon.com/backlogbusters www.patreon.com/posts/indiff...

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Backlog Busters podcast @backlog-busters.bsky.social · 09/02/2025

The latest episode is now available! Hootz and @mathman1024.bsky.social discuss the joys of playing Monster Hunter: Rise with friends. Please enjoy! creators.spotify.com/pod/show/bac...

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Rise of the Monster Hunter by The Backlog Busters

Welcome to the Backlog Busters, Season 8 - Episode 4. Mathman and Hootz have a great discussion about playing games co-op with Monster Hunter: Rise. They also talk about how freeing it is to trash 12-...

Backlog Busters podcast @backlog-busters.bsky.social · 02/02/2025

Our latest episode, "The In-betweens," is now live on all your podcasting apps. To get the full, unedited episode a week early, join our Patreon --> patreon.com/backlogbusters Season 8, Episode 3 --> creators.spotify.com/pod/show/bac...

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Backlog Busters podcast @backlog-busters.bsky.social · 26/01/2025

Grow that backlog, I guess?

Backlog Busters podcast @backlog-busters.bsky.social · 26/01/2025

The latest episode is now available! We discuss the Switch 2 reveal video with the one and only @martyestes.bsky.social from the @nintendodads.bsky.social . It was a blast to have Marty on the show. Patrons were treated to an extra 30 minutes of pre-show content. open.spotify.com/episode/2WOY...

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Time to Figure it Out

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