Podcasting With Power: A Nintendo Podcast

Jordan Carlson and Zachary Davis
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Podcasting With Power is your weekly discussion of all things Nintendo! Hosted by lifelong fans Jordan Carlson and Zachary Davis, this podcast covers everything from the latest games on Switch 2 to deep dives into the past 40 years of Nintendo. Podcasting With Power is an independent podcast and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Nintendo.

  1. Aug 20

    In Defense of the Game Boy | Deep Dive

    Is the Game Boy actually overrated? Zachary thinks so. Jordan is here to prove him wrong. In this deep dive, Jordan makes the case for the Game Boy, taking us through the history of Nintendo's iconic handheld and the incredible legacy it created. From the original Game Boy and Game Boy Pocket to the Game Boy Color and Game Boy Advance, we explore how Nintendo evolved the hardware while building one of the greatest libraries in gaming history. We'll look at the standout Game Boy games, the franchises that helped define Nintendo's handhelds, and the games that still hold up today. We also discuss the best ways to experience these classics in 2026, whether you're interested in original hardware, modern Nintendo platforms, or other ways to revisit the Game Boy library. Time Codes: 00:00:00 Zachary Thinks the Game Boy is Overrated 00:04:43 History of the Game Boy 00:12:39 Evolving into Game Boy Pocket and Game Boy Color 00:18:17 Beauty in Simplicity 00:23:25 Peaking with Game Boy Advance and GBA SP 00:28:07 Tapping into Nostalgia 00:34:01 Hit Games: Legend of Zelda, Pokemon, and More 00:37:12 Linking Up: Social Gaming 00:38:59 Enjoying Game Boy in 2026 Subscribe to Podcasting With Power for more Nintendo discussions, news, and deep dives! Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podwithpower Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/podwithpower.bsky.social Threads: https://www.threads.com/@podwithpower Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/podwithpower

  2. Jul 31

    In Defense of the Wii | Deep Dive

    Jordan shocked Zachary by admitting he just doesn't care for the Nintendo Wii. So this week, Zachary is coming to the console's defense and pleading his case! We're breaking down everything that made the Wii special from its revolutionary controller to its incredible first-party lineup and overlooked gems. We'll also revisit the unforgettable Miis and other Wii Channels, the Virtual Console and GameCube backwards compatibility, the surprisingly active homebrew scene, and the console's lasting impact on Nintendo and gaming as a whole. Was the Wii just one big gimmick, or do the sum of its parts make it one of Nintendo's greatest consoles ever? Time Codes: 00:00:00 Start 00:03:44 Defending the Wii 00:07:48 Wii's Best Games 00:22:13 Nintendo's First-Party Output 00:24:51 Hidden Gem Games 00:29:26 Wii Channels and Miis 00:33:06 Wii Shop Channel, Virtual Console, and GameCube Support 00:38:08 Homebrew Scene 00:41:37 Legacy of the Wii Subscribe to Podcasting With Power for more Nintendo discussions, news, and deep dives! Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podwithpower Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/podwithpower.bsky.social Threads: https://www.threads.com/@podwithpower Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/podwithpower

  3. Jul 29

    LEGO's New Donkey Kong Set Looks Incredible! | Nintendo News Recap

    LEGO has officially revealed its newest Nintendo set, bringing the original Donkey Kong arcade cabinet to life in brick form! We take a closer look at the design, play features, piece count, price, and whether this nostalgic set is worth adding to your collection. Could this be one of LEGO's best Nintendo collaborations yet? This week, we also share our thoughts on the first three Legend of Zelda action figures revealed by Hasbro, discuss Shigeru Miyamoto's latest comments about not wanting to direct another game, and round up the early review scores and impressions for Splatoon Raiders. Quick Headlines: Call of Duty Modern Warfare 4 Beta on Switch 2, Miyamoto confirms that latest Star Fox and Yoshi games were set in motion by characters’ inclusion in Super Mario Galaxy Movie, Monolith Software assisted in the development of Splatoon Raiders, and Nintendo Music adds tracks from Donkey Kong Bananza, Mario Kart World, and Splatoon Raiders. Time Codes: 00:00:00 Opening 00:02:10 Donkey Kong Arcade LEGO 00:06:34 Hasbro Revels First 3 Zelda Figures 00:15:39 Miyamoto Isn't Interested In Directing Another Game 00:23:46 Splatoon Raiders Review Roundup 00:31:33 Call of Duty Beta, Star Fox and Yoshi, Monolith Software, Nintendo Music 00:41:39 What We've Been Playing 00:45:07 Out This Week Subscribe to Podcasting With Power for more Nintendo discussions, news, and deep dives! Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podwithpower Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/podwithpower.bsky.social Threads: https://www.threads.com/@podwithpower Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/podwithpower

  4. Jul 26

    Which Nintendo Items Would You Want In Real Life? | Deep Dive

    What if you could take ONE item from a Nintendo game and use it in real life? This week, we're choosing the gadgets, power-ups, suits, tools, vehicles, and other legendary video game items we'd actually want to own ourselves. Some picks would make everyday life easier, some would be incredibly useful, and others are simply too cool to pass up. From Mario and Zelda to Pokémon, Metroid, Pikmin, and beyond, we're building our ultimate wish list of video game items. We even throw in a few picks from outside Nintendo to see how they compare. What would YOU choose? Let us know in the comments! Time Codes: 00:00:00 Start 00:04:04 Video Game Items We Want 00:12:06 Jordan is Afraid of the LTTP Bird 00:14:12 Portal Gun vs. Hookshot 00:20:33 Animus & Pip-Boy 00:27:42 Samus’ Power Suit 00:30:37 Warp Whistle 00:34:43 Pegasus Boots (Good) vs. Iron Boots (Bad) 00:38:02 Other Zelda Items (Roc’s Feather, Gust Bellows, Mole Mitts) 00:42:33 Halo’s Ghost 00:48:27 An Onion Full of Pikmin 00:51:16 Jordan Wants to Be Invincible Subscribe to Podcasting With Power for more Nintendo discussions, news, and deep dives! Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podwithpower Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/podwithpower.bsky.social Threads: https://www.threads.com/@podwithpower Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/podwithpower

  5. Jul 21

    Hasbro Is Making Zelda Toys?! Here's What We Want to See | Nintendo News Recap

    Nintendo's partnership with Hasbro has us dreaming big. With The Legend of Zelda officially getting a new line of toys, we discuss what we'd love to see, from collector-quality action figures and playsets to the possibility of a future Magic: The Gathering crossover. We also debate whether this new line will focus on the upcoming live-action Zelda movie or specific games like Ocarina of Time, and share a few concerns about how the partnership could play out. Plus, we cover the latest Nintendo headlines, including The Duskbloods network test, a new content update for Mario Tennis Fever, Castlevania: Belmont's Curse launching day-and-date on Nintendo Switch, Adventures of Elliot adding an option to disable character voices, frustrations surrounding Octopath Traveler I & II's Switch 2 versions, Pokémon GO's massive 10th anniversary celebration in Times Square, and F-Zero 99's soundtrack joining Nintendo Music. Time Codes: 00:00:00 Opening 00:01:42 Hasbro is Making Legend of Zelda Toys 00:15:41 The Duskbloods Network Test 00:22:13 Mario Tennis, Castlevania, Adventures of Elliot, Octopath Traveler, Pokemon GO, Nintendo Music 00:34:21 What We've Been Playing 00:41:11 Out This Week Subscribe to Podcasting With Power for more Nintendo discussions, news, and deep dives! Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podwithpower Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/podwithpower.bsky.social Threads: https://www.threads.com/@podwithpower Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/podwithpower

  6. Jul 16

    Nintendo Hot Takes That Will Probably Make You Mad | Deep Dive

    Everyone has a few Nintendo opinions they're almost afraid to say out loud... so this week, we're putting ours on the table. From games we think are wildly overrated to games that deserve far more attention, we're sharing our biggest Nintendo hot takes, and we fully expect some of you to disagree. We also debate consoles that never clicked with us, franchises we think have lost their way, and a few opinions that might surprise even longtime Nintendo fans. Which of our takes do you agree with? Which ones are completely wild? Let us know your hottest Nintendo opinion in the comments! Time Codes: 00:00:00 Start 00:03:52 Breath of the Wild is BORING 00:08:51 Mario Galaxy 1&2 are NOT the GOAT 00:12:55 Jordan HATES the Wii 00:19:41 Link SHOULD Talk 00:26:57 Luigi’s Mansion has LOST its Way 00:30:43 Super Smash Bros. Brawl was a GOOD Game 00:36:58 Pokemon Forms are WEIRD 00:41:09 We Wouldn't Miss Splatoon AT ALL 00:47:27 Mario Kart World is SO MUCH BETTER Than 8 00:51:47 Game Boy is OVERRATED Subscribe to Podcasting With Power for more Nintendo discussions, news, and deep dives! Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podwithpower Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/podwithpower.bsky.social Threads: https://www.threads.com/@podwithpower Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/podwithpower

  7. Jul 14

    Nintendo Was Just Voted Gaming's Favorite Developer! | Nintendo News Recap

    Nintendo has officially been voted gamers' favorite video game developer by Famitsu readers, and we couldn't agree more! We look at Nintendo's response, discuss why they continue to earn the reputation they do, and take a look at some of the other fun categories, including readers' favorite characters and the games fans would most want to experience again if they could erase their memories. We also revisit the ongoing shakeup at Xbox as more details emerge. This week brings confirmation of widespread layoffs, studios being sold off or going independent, and new information about what's happening at both id Software and Obsidian Entertainment as Microsoft's gaming division undergoes some major changes. Plus, this week's quick headlines include: Switch 2 hardware with removable batteries coming to Europe, another 40th Anniversary Mario pin set, reports that Final Fantasy VII Revelations could receive nine DLC packs, a Yoshi and the Mysterious Book eShop demo, a retail demo for Splatoon Raiders, a Pokémon × J. League football collaboration, the upcoming end of service for Mario Kart Tour, Wario Land and other Game Boy and Game Boy Advance titles joining Nintendo Switch Online, and even more Mario Kart World tracks arriving on Nintendo Music. Time Codes: 00:00:00 Opening 00:03:21 Famitsu Votes Nintendo "Favorite Developer" 00:21:05 Xbox Confirms Layoffs, Studio Sales/Independence, Changes at id and Obsidian 00:35:58 Switch 2 Revisions, Mario Pins, Pokemon x J. League, Mario Kart Tour, and More 00:56:25 Out This Week Subscribe to Podcasting With Power for more Nintendo discussions, news, and deep dives! Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podwithpower Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/podwithpower.bsky.social Threads: https://www.threads.com/@podwithpower Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/podwithpower

  8. Jul 10

    Our Nintendo Podcast Turns 1! What We've Learned

    One year ago, we launched Podcasting With Power with one simple goal: create the kind of Nintendo podcast we wanted to watch ourselves. Fifty-two weeks later, we've covered Nintendo Directs, Switch 2 games and hardware, industry shakeups ,and more while also publishing game reviews, predictions, and countless debates. We've learned a lot along the way, and it's changed the way we look at our favorite hobby. In this special anniversary episode, we're looking back at our first year of podcasting. We revisit our favorite episodes, the games we loved reviewing, and our ten biggest episodes to explore why we think they connected with so many viewers. We also talk about what we've learned behind the scenes, how podcasting has made us more informed gamers, and where we want to take Podcasting With Power next—including more gameplay videos, livestreams, and community-focused content. Whether you've been with us since Episode 1 or just discovered the channel, thank you for helping make our first year such a memorable one. Here's to Year Two! Time Codes: 00:00:00 Podcasting With Power Turns 1! 00:07:41 How The Show Has Changed The Way We Play Games 00:12:40 Our Favorite Topics/Episodes of PWP 00:38:04 Mid-Year Predictions Check-In 00:48:17 Our Favorite Games to Review 00:51:32 Why Are These Our Top 10 Videos? 01:24:21 Future Gameplay Content Subscribe to Podcasting With Power for more Nintendo discussions, news, and deep dives!Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podwithpowerBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/podwithpower.bsky.socialThreads: https://www.threads.com/@podwithpowerFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/podwithpower

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Podcasting With Power is your weekly discussion of all things Nintendo! Hosted by lifelong fans Jordan Carlson and Zachary Davis, this podcast covers everything from the latest games on Switch 2 to deep dives into the past 40 years of Nintendo. Podcasting With Power is an independent podcast and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Nintendo.

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