The Gangcast

Games and Not Games
  • 5.0 (21)
  • VIDEO GAMES
  • UPDATED WEEKLY

Janet Garcia and Isaiah Smith talk Games and Not Games every week. The Games section includes topics like what we've been playing, co-op adventures, opinions on the industry etc. and the Not Games section includes lighthearted conversations and debates, events we attend together, movies, shows, and more.

  1. 6D AGO

    PC Gaming, Mixtape Preview, and our Quest for Healthier Sleep

    Janet and Isaiah talk about their recent PC Gaming renaissance happening in the house, what sparked this interest, what games they’ve been playing, and what they think isin store for them in the future (GAMES). Then they talk about going to sleep. They’re on a quest to find their ideal bedtime routines to get the best sleep they can and talk about what those routines are, how they try to track their sleep, and what’s left for them to improve on (NOT GAMES). Poll of the Show:https://gamesandnotgames.com/poll Timestamps: 00:00 Intro00:18 Catching Up10:01 Games / PC Gaming Renaissance56:58 Mixtape Preview01:05:12 Not Games / Quest for Healthier Sleep01:46:20 Poll of the Show02:00:15 Outro Send your questions and topics to the email address Inbox@GamesAndNotGames.comFor more Games And Not Games: YouTube.com/@GamesAndNotGamesTwitch.tv/GamesAndNotGamesBlueSky: @GamesAndNotGames.comTikTok, Instagram, Threads: @GamesAndNotGamesBackloggd: GamesAndNotGamesFollow the hosts: Janet: @gameonysus.bsky.socialIsaiah: @isaiahsmith.dev

    2h 1m

  2. FEB 2

    Do exceptional games require innovation and how we juggle media consumption

    Janet and Isaiah try to figure out what does it mean to be an exceptional game, what does it mean to innovate in a game, and ultimately try to decide if innovation is a requirement for making an exceptionally good game (GAMES). Then they talk about their media consumption, how many things they try to consume at once, and what media are they consuming and when (NOT GAMES). Poll of the Show:https://gamesandnotgames.com/poll Timestamps: 00:00 Intro00:18 Catching Up03:44 Games / Do exceptional games require innovation?01:11:34 Not Games / Juggling media consumption02:10:31 Poll of the Show02:19:22 OutroSend your questions and topics to the email address Inbox@GamesAndNotGames.comFor more Games And Not Games: YouTube.com/@GamesAndNotGamesTwitch.tv/GamesAndNotGamesBlueSky: @GamesAndNotGames.comTikTok, Instagram, Threads: @GamesAndNotGamesBackloggd: GamesAndNotGamesFollow the hosts: Janet: @gameonysus.bsky.socialIsaiah: @isaiahsmith.dev

    2h 20m

  3. JAN 26

    Finding Our Shared 5 Favorite Games and Talking Money After Marriage

    Janet and Isaiah create a new Backloggd account for Games And Not Games. In doing so they must come together and work out just what their shared Top 5 Favorite Games are (GAMES). Then they get into their financial life after being married and talk about what’s new, what’s been added, what’s just a little bit different, and what even is a credit union (NOT GAMES). Follow us on Backloggd! Poll of the Show:https://gamesandnotgames.com/poll Timestamps: 00:00 Intro00:18 Catching Up02:55 Games / GANG Top 5 Favorite Games01:06:12 Not Games / Finances After Marriage01:40:58 Poll of the Show02:05:12 OutroSend your questions and topics to the email address Inbox@GamesAndNotGames.comFor more Games And Not Games: YouTube.com/@GamesAndNotGamesTwitch.tv/GamesAndNotGamesBlueSky: @GamesAndNotGames.comTikTok, Instagram, Threads: @GamesAndNotGamesBackloggd: GamesAndNotGamesFollow the hosts: Janet: @gameonysus.bsky.socialIsaiah: @isaiahsmith.dev

    2h 6m

  4. JAN 19

    Retro Gaming and Our Lock-Ins & Leave-Its for 2026

    Janet and Isaiah talk about their history and goals with retro gaming. Having just went to a few stores in LA, they go over what they’re currently looking got, when they pull the trigger on a retro game, and when do they reach for… other means… to get their classic games (GAMES). Then they bring back a recent format and talk about their “lock-ins” and “leave-its” for the new year, helping each other decide what to bring forward into 2026 and what to ultimately drop (NOT GAMES). Poll of the Show:https://gamesandnotgames.com/poll Timestamps: 00:00 Intro00:18 Catching Up02:03 Games / Retro Gaming58:35 Not Games / 2026 Lock-Ins & Leave-Its02:01:38 Poll of the Show02:06:28 OutroSend your questions and topics to the email address Inbox@GamesAndNotGames.comFor more Games And Not Games: YouTube.com/@GamesAndNotGamesTwitch.tv/GamesAndNotGamesBlueSky: @GamesAndNotGames.comTikTok, Instagram, Threads: @GamesAndNotGamesTwitter/X: @GamesAndNotFollow the hosts: Janet: @gameonysus.bsky.socialIsaiah: @isaiahsmith.dev

    2h 8m

  5. JAN 13

    Anticipated 2026 Games, Snowboarding, and going to The COSM

    Janet and Isaiah talk about what they’ve been playing during the holiday break and also go over what 2026 games they’re most excited to play (GAMES). Then they talk about going snowboarding together, what it was like, their experience with the sport, and if they’ll go again. Finally they talk about Janet finally going to The COSM to see The Matrix in “Shared Reality”, their thoughts on the experience, how does The COSM stack up against other movie-going experiences, and if they think its worth the money and hype (NOT GAMES). Poll of the Show:https://gamesandnotgames.com/poll Timestamps: 00:00 Intro00:18 Catching Up11:36 Games / What we’ve been playing32:56 Games we’re looking forward to01:05:27 Not Games / Snowboarding Over New Years01:28:18 The Matrix @ The COSM01:46:56 Poll of the Show01:47:27 OutroSend your questions and topics to the email address Inbox@GamesAndNotGames.comFor more Games And Not Games: YouTube.com/@GamesAndNotGamesTwitch.tv/GamesAndNotGamesBlueSky: @GamesAndNotGames.comTikTok, Instagram, Threads: @GamesAndNotGamesTwitter/X: @GamesAndNotFollow the hosts: Janet: @gameonysus.bsky.socialIsaiah: @isaiahsmith.dev

    1h 48m

  6. 12/29/2025

    2025's GANG of the Year

    Janet and Isaiah go over the second annual GANG of the Year awards. For each of the 7 "Games and not games" categories, Janet and Isaiah talk about their top choices, discuss what wins each category, and ultimately pit the 7 winners against each other to decide what walks away with the honor of being 2025's GANG of the Year! Timestamps: 00:00 Intro00:18 Opening Ceremonies02:06 Video Game of the Year01:07:53 Board Game of the Year01:26:40 Movie of the Year01:58:41 Show of the Year02:20:19 Album of the Year02:54:58 Experience of the Year03:19:14 Food of the Year03:36:25 GANG of the Year03:46:15 Poll of the Show03:58:28 OutroWinner Links:Video Game of the Year Board Game of the YearMovie of the YearShow of the YearAlbum of the YearExperience of the YearFood of the Year Send your questions and topics to the email address Inbox@GamesAndNotGames.comFor more Games And Not Games: YouTube.com/@GamesAndNotGamesTwitch.tv/GamesAndNotGamesTwitter/X: @GamesAndNotTikTok, Instagram, Threads, BlueSky: @GamesAndNotGamesFollow the hosts: Janet: @GameonysusIsaiah: @IsaiahByDayah

    3h 59m

  7. 12/15/2025

    TGA Results, 2026 Gaming Resolutions, and Our End-of-Year Todo Lists for 2025

    Janet and Isaiah go over the results of The Game Awards 2025, share some of their favorite announcements and highlights, and tally up their prediction scores along with the GANG community to see how everyone did. Then they look forward into 2026 and share their Gaming Resolutions for next year (GAMES). Then they talk about what’s on their Todo lists before the end of the year, help each other decide what to lock-in on and what to let go of (NOT GAMES). Poll of the Show:https://gamesandnotgames.com/poll Timestamps: 00:00 Intro00:18 Catching Up03:16 Games / TGA Results09:36 TGA Announcements & Highlights46:09 TGA Community Poll Results49:23 2026 Gaming Resolutions01:13:45 Not Games / End-of-Year Todo Lists02:03:01 Poll of the Show02:10:36 OutroSend your questions and topics to the email address Inbox@GamesAndNotGames.comFor more Games And Not Games: YouTube.com/@GamesAndNotGamesTwitch.tv/GamesAndNotGamesBlueSky: @GamesAndNotGames.comTikTok, Instagram, Threads: @GamesAndNotGamesTwitter/X: @GamesAndNotFollow the hosts: Janet: @gameonysus.bsky.socialIsaiah: @isaiahsmith.dev

    2h 12m

  8. 12/01/2025

    The Game Awards Picks & Predictions and Getting Into Reading Again

    Janet and Isaiah go down the list of categories for The Game Awards 2025 and share their personal picks and predictions for who the winners will be (GAMES). Then they dive into what it’s been like getting back into reading, their reading habits, and what books they’ve been enjoying since picking the hobby back up (NOT GAMES). Poll of the Show:https://gamesandnotgames.com/poll Timestamps: 00:00 Intro00:18 Catching Up09:10 Games / The Game Awards 2025 Picks and Predictions10:24 Most Anticipated Game12:57 Games for Impact19:00 Debut Indie Game21:16 Best Sports/Racing Game26:09 Best RPG28:44 Best Independent Game33:23 Best Family Game37:08 Best Action/Adventure Game40:42 Best Action Game44:45 Best Score & Music48:14 Best Performance51:10 Best Narrative01:00:12 Best Multiplayer01:08:16 Best Game Direction01:11:09 Best Audio Design01:13:38 Best Art Direction01:19:31 Game of the Year01:26:46 Not Games / Getting (back) into reading02:02:36 Poll of the Show02:06:24 Outro Send your questions and topics to the email address Inbox@GamesAndNotGames.comFor more Games And Not Games: YouTube.com/@GamesAndNotGamesTwitch.tv/GamesAndNotGamesBlueSky: @GamesAndNotGames.comTikTok, Instagram, Threads: @GamesAndNotGamesTwitter/X: @GamesAndNotFollow the hosts: Janet: @gameonysus.bsky.socialIsaiah: @isaiahsmith.dev

    2h 8m
See All (55)

5
out of 5
21 Ratings

About

Janet Garcia and Isaiah Smith talk Games and Not Games every week. The Games section includes topics like what we've been playing, co-op adventures, opinions on the industry etc. and the Not Games section includes lighthearted conversations and debates, events we attend together, movies, shows, and more.

Information

  • Creator
    Games and Not Games
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    55
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Games and Not Games

You Might Also Like