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Grow Up Level Up Podcast

@growuplevelup.com

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“Grow Up Level Up” is a home for shows about games, stories, and the joy of play, how it shapes who we are, and what we do. Watch & listen on YouTube, Spotify, and everywhere you get podcasts. 🇨🇦 growuplevelup.com growuplevelup@gmail.com

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Grow Up Level Up Podcast @growuplevelup.com · 2h

Would you travel to a Riftbound regional JUST for side events? 👀 Samson’s back from LA with stories about Team Sealed Trios, new friends, and enjoying card games without the grind. 📺 youtu.be/nYELskZpC54 🎧 podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/g...

Is a Riftbound Regional Worth It If You Only Play Side Events?

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Grow Up Level Up Podcast @growuplevelup.com · 23/09/2026

What games defined YOUR life? 🎮 @sirdrjm.bsky.social and @heroicheadgear.bsky.social go year-by-year through the games that shaped them from 2000–2011 from The Sims and Halo to Minecraft, Skyrim and more Part 1 is up now! ▶️ www.youtube.com/watch?v=V2bW... #Gaming #GamingNostalgia #GrowUpLevelUp

The Games That Defined Our Lives | 2000–2011 ft. Heroic Headgear

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Grow Up Level Up Podcast @growuplevelup.com · 23/09/2026

🐺 Samson is starting Marvel’s Wolverine! Part 1 of the playthrough is up now on Grow Up Level Up. Time to see what Wolverine has in store for us. ▶️ www.youtube.com/watch?v=LHHF... #MarvelsWolverine #Wolverine #Gaming

Marvel’s Wolverine Gameplay Part 1 | Let’s Play

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Grow Up Level Up Podcast @growuplevelup.com · 10/09/2026

Pokémon XP 2026 was amazing. It was also kind of a mess 😂 I’m back from San Francisco, so this week on Grow Up Level Up we’re talking all about Pokémon XP, Worlds, Pokémon Center chaos, side events, and the infamous Pin Rally.

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Grow Up Level Up Podcast @growuplevelup.com · 26/08/2026

The GTA 6 leaks are getting so wild that we needed the entire alphabet. @sirdrjm.bsky.social and @blastergoblin.bsky.social break down the reported map, police system, vehicles, RPG mechanics, Jason, Lucia, enterable locations, and some details nobody expected. youtu.be/yzxvshQs4dM

The ABCs of GTA 6: Breaking Down the Leaks & Rumors

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Grow Up Level Up Podcast @growuplevelup.com · 19/08/2026

If you love indie games, don’t sleep on Big Walk + Duskfade 👀 We talk: 🎮 Big Walk impressions + that 9/10 🌙 Duskfade 🕹️ Games worth your after-work hours ✈️ Samson’s upcoming travels Watch: youtu.be/Ea4n2amMzH8 Listen: podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/g... #IndieGames #GamingPodcast

If You Love Indie Games, Don’t Sleep on Big Walk + Duskfade

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Kozibear @kozibear.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Come hear me big chat about my time playing Big Walk with the GULU crew!

Grow Up Level Up Podcast @growuplevelup.com · 13/08/2026

Big Walk is pure co‑op chaos. But is it actually worth your time? 🎧 Podcast: podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/g... 📺 Video: youtu.be/Bi2haodxx54 Featuring @kozibear.bsky.social and @samhallofgames.bsky.social

Grow Up Level Up Podcast @growuplevelup.com · 05/08/2026

We were very whelmed in a positive way by Spider-Man: Brand New Day. Great action. Great visuals. Great character work. Our full review is out now on Grow Up Level Up. YouTube: youtu.be/dDY0AuQRbNA

Spider-Man: Brand New Day Is Peak MCU

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Grow Up Level Up Podcast @growuplevelup.com · 29/07/2026

New Grow Up Level Up episode is out now We’re talking games we’ve been playing, what we’re excited for next, and our thoughts around Mina the Hollower, Rhythm Heaven Groove, RuneDice, Riftbound, Marvel Tokon, Duskfade, and Rayman Legends Retold. Watch on YouTube: youtu.be/YfoUcpGHUl8

Grow Up Level Up Podcast @growuplevelup.com · 22/07/2026

New Pokémon cards interview is live on Grow Up Level Up. I sat down with Collin and Andrew from The Good Mart to talk about Pokémon vending, vintage cards, card shows, grading, and building a business from a hobby. YouTube: youtu.be/yjRf0ILFtn0

From Collecting to Selling Pokémon

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Grow Up Level Up Podcast @growuplevelup.com · 21/07/2026

We're live! Topic of the week: What is is like to sell Pokemon cards? w/ The Good Mart! www.twitch.tv/growuplevelup

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LIVE RECORDING - Vending Pokemon with The Good Mart Co.!

Grow Up Level Up Podcast @growuplevelup.com · 13/07/2026

NEW EPISODE OUT NOW 🎮 I interviewed Ryan Dunnison about the Canadian Video Game Museum, Canada’s first video game museum, and why this exhibit matters for gaming history in Canada. Watch here: youtu.be/ggwqLsVKPRE What should be in a video game museum?

Canada’s First Video Game Museum?!

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Grow Up Level Up Podcast @growuplevelup.com · 25/06/2026

This was soooooo much fun! Thanks for the invite @giannidicrosta.bsky.social and @mrthehuman.bsky.social !

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The French Dip Design @thefrenchdipdesign.com · 25/06/2026

This is the podcast I wish I had 6 months ago when I REALLY started streaming on Twitch!!

Grow Up Level Up Podcast @growuplevelup.com · 25/06/2026

New episode out now 🎙️ Vanessa talks with @thefrenchdipdesign.com and @giannidicrosta.bsky.social about starting streaming in 2026, what matters most, and whether it’s worth jumping in. If you want to stream, this is worth a watch. Watch: youtu.be/NuxI4nLG1-Y

Should You Start Streaming in 2026?

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Grow Up Level Up Podcast @growuplevelup.com · 18/06/2026

New episode out now: three Vancouver gaming events in one convo — Riftbound Regionals, Battle of BC, and Vancouver Game Garden. Watch: youtu.be/7ybTgWEcqR0 Listen: podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/g...

I Went to 3 Gaming Events in 3 Weeks!

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Grow Up Level Up Podcast @growuplevelup.com · 17/06/2026

🔴 WE'RE LIVE! Podcast recording now! 🎮 "Where've I Been? Riftbound + Battle of BC + Game Garden Recap" 3 weekend trip: - Riftbound RQ Vancouver (May 29-31) - Battle of BC 8 (June 6-7) - Vancouver Game Garden (June 13-14) 🎙️ Watch: www.twitch.tv/growuplevelup #Riftbound #BattleOfBC #TCG

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LIVE Podcast: Where've I Been? Riftbound + Battle of BC + Game Garden Recap

Grow Up Level Up Podcast @growuplevelup.com · 16/06/2026

I’m premiering a new video tomorrow, June 16 at 7:45 AM PT! It’s a Vancouver Game Garden vlog featuring some awesome indie games and local devs. Would love to see you there: youtu.be/84r_wh6MY_k

Vancouver Game Garden Vlog: Hidden Indie Gems

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Grow Up Level Up Podcast @growuplevelup.com · 13/06/2026

Checking out some cool games today at @vangamegarden.bsky.social! Vlog soon! YouTube.com/@growuplevelup

Grow Up Level Up Podcast @growuplevelup.com · 10/06/2026

Summer Game Fest was packed with reveals, surprises, and a few wild announcements. Here’s our full recap: youtu.be/37Seq64JQes

Nintendo, Xbox, PlayStation: Our Top SGF Picks

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Grow Up Level Up Podcast @growuplevelup.com · 07/06/2026

We had an amazing time at Battle of BC this weekend from @galint.gg! High-level play, insane moments, and one of the best communities in esports. Vancouver really showed up for this one. Already ready for the next 🔥 #BattleOfBC #FGC #Esports #VancouverGaming #GamingCommunity #FGCTournament

Grow Up Level Up Podcast @growuplevelup.com · 06/06/2026

One year since the last update… 🥺

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Grow Up Level Up Podcast @growuplevelup.com · 05/06/2026

SGF bingo is live 🎮👀 Watch today at 2 PM and see how many squares we can hit. Also catch the previous GULU episode before the chaos starts.

Grow Up Level Up Podcast @growuplevelup.com · 03/06/2026

We’re making our Summer Game Fest predictions and building a SGF bingo card filled with surprise appearances, Game Pass, and gaming chaos. Watch: youtu.be/nhGDVjWuL2g Listen: podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/g... What’s your boldest SGF prediction? #SummerGameFest #GamingPodcast #SGF2026

Summer Game Fest Bingo Predictions!

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Grow Up Level Up Podcast @growuplevelup.com · 27/05/2026

Overwatch launched May 24, 2016. That’s 10 years of metas, drama, the OWL, an identity crisis, and one hell of a comeback. We broke down ALL of it 🎙️ 👉 youtu.be/chfetgLpptA #Overwatch #GrowUpLevelUp #Overwatch10Years

10 Years of Overwatch: The Full Story

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Grow Up Level Up Podcast @growuplevelup.com · 27/05/2026

We're live! Topic of the week: Celebrating 10 years of OVERWATCH! www.twitch.tv/growuplevelup

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[LIVE RECORDING] Overwatch 10 year Anniversary Celebration!

Grow Up Level Up Podcast @growuplevelup.com · 25/05/2026

Overwatch turns 10 and we’re celebrating with a special episode and livestream. Survey: forms.gle/ai9MFqmBNEnK... Then join us live Tuesday, May 26th at 8pm PST on twitch.tv/growuplevelup We’re talking memories, moments, and all the chaos that made this game iconic.

GULU's Overwatch 10th Anniversary Special

Answer the call! We want to know about your Overwatch journey! Fill out this form to be a part of this week's GULU episode! Feel free to answer whichever ones you want, and however much you want! Jo...

Grow Up Level Up Podcast @growuplevelup.com · 20/05/2026

New episode is live: Xbox Game Pass in 2026. We break down Xbox’s latest moves, the changing value of Game Pass, and whether it’s still worth subscribing. Watch: youtu.be/2AbeHpMzGG8 Listen: podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/g...

Is XBOX Game Pass Worth It in 2026?

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Grow Up Level Up Podcast @growuplevelup.com · 13/05/2026

Is Mixtape Game of the Year? We talked about it for over an hour so... probably yes. Watch/listen here 👇 youtu.be/tXajRfYcCt4 #Mixtape #GOTY2026

Mixtape Is a 10/10 and Here's Exactly Why

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Grow Up Level Up Podcast @growuplevelup.com · 11/05/2026

I wonder if @kindafunnyvids.bsky.social will end up reading the same issue we looked at! youtu.be/YfYi_-TKDao?...

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Kozibear @kozibear.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

My Pokemon Champions obsession is stalwart and immovable:

Grow Up Level Up Podcast @growuplevelup.com · 08/05/2026

New episode out now: Pokémon Champions one month later with special guest @kozibear.bsky.social. Is it worth playing? Is the competitive meta actually fun? Watch: youtu.be/qg-mPXvLRMQ Listen on Apple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/g...

Special Guest Kozibear Tries Pokémon Champions | ft Kozibear

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Kozibear @kozibear.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

I'm live right now with the @growuplevelup.com podcast to chat about all of my recent adventures with Pokemon Champions! Come join in on the fun: www.twitch.tv/growuplevelup

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Pokemon Day LAST MINUTE Predictions

Grow Up Level Up Podcast @growuplevelup.com · 29/04/2026

We played Kiln, the new @doublefine.com multiplayer pottery game! We give our first impressions and Emily returns with her pro pottery insights! #GiftedByDoubleFine YouTube: youtu.be/VBMx_lckGBs Apple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/g... #Gaming #KilnGame #DoubleFine #IndieGames #Podcast

Kiln First Impressions – Double Fine’s Multiplayer Pottery Game Explained

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Grow Up Level Up Podcast @growuplevelup.com · 24/04/2026

We turned our 5-4-3-2-1 game picks into a full episode — favorites, recommendations, must-starts, and the games that hit us emotionally. 🎮 If you like game talk with real opinions and a few surprise picks, this one’s for you. Watch here: youtu.be/8gYzO0s2-sQ

The Best Games We’ve Played, Recommended, and Struggled to Start

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Grow Up Level Up Podcast @growuplevelup.com · 17/04/2026

we read Nintendo Power Volume 194 from August 2005 on the podcast and it is genuinely a time capsule StarCraft Ghost. Elite Beat Agents origin story. One Piece GBA. Nintendo Wi-Fi. The Wii being called the Revolution. new GULU episode is up on YouTube and all podcast apps youtu.be/4_E3nlXb730

We Read a 2005 Nintendo Power Magazine & It's WILD

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Grow Up Level Up Podcast @growuplevelup.com · 08/04/2026

🚨 DOUBLE SAMSON MAYHEM! 🚨 Grow Up Level Up's Samson (me) vs. SAMSON, a badass smashing goons to save his sis. 💥 Jordan joins for epic wrecks & my "THAT'S MY NAME!" rants. Special stream, no pod this week, so join LIVE! Thu Apr 9, 8PM PDT twitch.tv/growuplevelelup Follow & raid!

Grow Up Level Up Podcast @growuplevelup.com · 02/04/2026

New Grow Up Level Up episode is live! 🎮 We’re talking RACCOIN, Pokopia, 2006 gaming nostalgia, and Marvel’s Wonder Man. Watch: youtu.be/RexEwXtGMPA Listen: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/g...

RACCOIN, Pokopia, and Marvel’s Wonder Man - What We’ve Been Playing

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Grow Up Level Up Podcast @growuplevelup.com · 27/03/2026

The Forgotten Pokémon Bracket drops TODAY! 🏆👀 We ranked the most overlooked Pokémon ever. Who got robbed? YouTube: youtu.be/IsoLbxb4T4k Podcast: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/g... Your sleeper pick? 👇 #PokemonCommunity #GrowUpLevelUp

The Ultimate Forgotten Pokémon Bracket: Which Pokémon Did You Forget?

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Grow Up Level Up Podcast @growuplevelup.com · 25/03/2026

Your favorite Pokémon was disrespected and you know it 😤 This Thursday 8pm PT we’re running the “Pokémon You Probably Forgot About” bracket live on Twitch. Drop your most slept-on mons and come hang out 👇 forms.gle/cm5hPvJ4h6tXGdra8 twitch.tv/growuplevelup

Grow Up Level Up Podcast @growuplevelup.com · 20/03/2026

🚀 2006 Gaming Nostalgia Alert! What's inside Electronic Gaming Monthly? Hosts Samson & Jordan dive into Xbox 360 launch, PS3 hype & epic games like Twilight Princess! Listen now: youtu.be/YfYi_-TKDao Full episodes: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/g... #GamingNostalgia #2006Games

Grow Up Level Up Podcast @growuplevelup.com · 20/03/2026

We're live! Come join us as Jordan takes us to the far off year of 2006! YouTube: www.youtube.com/@growuplevelup Twitch: www.twitch.tv/growuplevelup

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Grow Up Level Up is a podcast network about staying connected to play, creativity, and curiosity as adults. From video games to movies, music, and more, we explore how entertainment fits into real lif...

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Grow Up Level Up Podcast @growuplevelup.com · 18/03/2026

The year is 2006… Xbox 360 is heating up and we’re no-lifing Gears, Oblivion, and Twilight Princess. Live GULU recording tomorrow (Thu Mar 19) @ 8pm PT with Jordan & SirDrJM/Brown. Set a reminder: YT www.youtube.com/@growuplevelup TW www.twitch.tv/growuplevelup

Grow Up Level Up Podcast @growuplevelup.com · 13/03/2026

On this week’s Sunset Selects, we’re talking Hoppers (2026) – Pixar’s new sci‑fi comedy where an animal‑obsessed student hops her mind into a robot beaver and things get… chaotic. 🎬 Watch on YouTube: youtu.be/9X6lZSlDCz8 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/g...

HOPPERS (2026) – Spoiler‑Free Review & Pixar Ranking

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Grow Up Level Up Podcast @growuplevelup.com · 06/03/2026

🔵 NEW GULU EPISODE IS LIVE! David Andrews went TOP 8 at Pokémon TCG Seattle Regionals 2026 out of 2,231 players at only his second ever Regional. We had to get him on the pod immediately 🎙️ 🎥 youtu.be/phkvEyvmdXU 🎙️ podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/g... #PokémonTCG #PTCG #SeattleRegionals #RagingBolt

David Andrews Top 8 Seattle Regionals 2026 Interview! Raging Bolt Ogerpon Deck Tech & Tips

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Grow Up Level Up Podcast @growuplevelup.com · 27/02/2026

Doing our last minute predictions! Come join! www.twitch.tv/growuplevelup

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Grow Up Level Up Podcast @growuplevelup.com · 26/02/2026

Getting ready to record tonight’s Grow Up Level Up episode, and you already know we’re diving deep into predictions for Pokémon Day tomorrow 🔥 If you’re a true Pokémon head, I need your input! Hit the link below and answer a few quick questions before we go live 👇 forms.gle/KkQAzehrXWfA...

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The Pokemon Presents will air live on Friday, February 27 at 6am PT, 9am ET, 2pm GMT on the official Pokémon YouTube, Twitch, Instagram, and TikTok channels. Grow UP Level UP wants YOUR thoughts! If y...

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Grow Up Level Up Podcast @growuplevelup.com · 20/02/2026

Just dropped: Samson breaks down Wuthering Heights 2026 by Emerald Fennell. Stunning gothic romance, killer Charli XCX soundtrack, wild time travel fan theory. Jordan recommends Mini Motorways, Mini Metro, Outlanders 2 for relaxing. GULU fans, dive in! #WutheringHeights2026 #MobileGames

Trying to Convince Jordan to Watch Wuthering Heights

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Grow Up Level Up Podcast @growuplevelup.com · 13/02/2026

Should you play OW in 2026? The “2” is gone from the title, Blizzard’s leaning into a live service roadmap, and they’re targeting five new heroes a year with a much clearer seasonal structure and more experimental modes. Watch here: youtu.be/wzVg9DiLqlE Listen: open.spotify.com/episode/7w57...

Should You Play Overwatch in 2026?

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