Arrggh! A Video Game Podcast from The Waffling Taylors

The Waffling Taylors
Arrggh! A Video Game Podcast from The Waffling Taylors

A fun and silly discussion about video games (both retro and contemporary), video game movies, and pretty much anything related to video games. It is hosted by brothers Jay and Squidge (who may or may not be a cartoon wolf), and featuring the best guests around - including some real video game development legends. Whether it's an in-depth discussion about video games, films surrounding video games, or light-hearted nonsense and tangents, this may be the pod for you.

  1. MGS 3 Snake Eater: I Only Get Off My Bike If I Eat A Parrot Or Fall Dead (Part Two)

    MAR 21

    MGS 3 Snake Eater: I Only Get Off My Bike If I Eat A Parrot Or Fall Dead (Part Two)

    A Note from Jay Hey all, So I now have four episode's worth of full show notes to create and add to the website. It's a good thing that I have a bot which detects all of the games mentioned, huh? This is the second in a four -part discussion on Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater. In order to tackle this game, Squidge drafted both Alyxa the Kitsune and Nomad. By the way, the original recordings for this four-part series have a combined runtime of over six hours. Just like most recent episodes, let us know if you're reading this show notes: send out a messenger pigeon, lean out the window and yell, or (better yet) join the Discord and let us know. I'll be dipping out to Seattle for a super-secret project throughout March, so Im hoping that my internet connection will be sorted out by the time I get back. — Jay Squidge, Alyxa, and Nomad (of the amazing Retro Wildlands) got together to discuss Metal Gear Solid 3. In this episode they talk about the dangers of holding up people for informat, the Metal Gear universe version of the movie Grease, and the tactical hooting. Content Warning This episode contains references to spoilers, swearing, eating things to survive, and torture. But it also contains some seriously bonkers tangents and silliness. You have been politely informed. There are also topics which might not be suitable for the ears of the innocent. But nothing in this episode, or this podcast as a whole, is to be taken seriously. Please listen responsibly. Show Notes See above Links of Interest Join our Discord server and be part of future episodesOur Facebook pageUs on TwitterSupport us on Ko-FiAlyxa on the web:Alyxa on TwitchAlyxa on TwitterAlyxa’s VoDs on YouTubeLuso DubsRetro Wildlands podcastNomad's episode of The Retro Wildlands on MGS3Alyxa's Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater VOD playlistMusic Used In The Episode Links to the music used in the podcast can be found below. Definitely check them out, because they're amazing tracks by awesome musicians. Intro music is Massive Scratch - Eight Bit/ChiptuneSpoiler Break music is Spectrum (Subdiffusion Mix) by Foniqz (BandCamp)Pallet Cleanser music is Breath Deep Breath Clear (Wu Chi) by Siobhan DakayMetal Gear Solid Chaff Grenade SoundMGS 3 Parrot codecNever Gonna Give You Up (8 Bit Remix Cover Version)Snake eater theme no lyricsTux CodecMetal Gear Solid Alert - Sound Effect (HD)Metal Gear Solid - Snake's Codec RevengeanceOutro Music is Massive Scratch - Eight Bit/ChiptuneSigning Off... For Now And have you left us a rating or review? We really like to hear back from listeners about our show, so check out https://wafflingtaylors.rocks/our-podcast/ for links to services where you can leave us some wonderful feedback. The Waffling Taylors is a proud member of Jay and Jay Media. If you like this episode, please consider supporting our Podcasting Network. One $3 donation provides a week of hosting for all of our shows. You can support this show, and the others like it, at https://ko-fi.com/jayandjaymedia ★ Support this podcast ★

    1h 13m
  2. MGS 3 Snake Eater: I Only Get Off My Bike If I Eat A Parrot Or Fall Dead (Part One)

    MAR 7

    MGS 3 Snake Eater: I Only Get Off My Bike If I Eat A Parrot Or Fall Dead (Part One)

    A Note from Jay Hey all, Happy birthday to me... 🥹 So I've now been without an internet connection since the end of 2024... that's three months of tethering to my phone in order to do my day-to-day work, web-browsing, and ... well, that's about it. I haven't had the bandwidth to do any YouTube, Netflix, or gaming. My issues to one side: this is the first in a four part discussion on Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater. In order to tackle this game, Squidge drafted both Alyxa the Kitsune and Nomad. Just like most recent episodes, let us know if you're reading this show notes: send out a messenger pigeon, lean out the window and yell, or (better yet) join the Discord and let us know. I'll be dipping out to Seattle for a super-secret project throughout March, so Im hoping that my internet connection will be sorted out by the time I get back. — Jay Squidge, Alyxa, and Nomad (of the amazing Retro Wildlands) got together to discuss Metal Gear Solid 3. In this episode they talk about wether everyone prefers to sneak around or go through the game all-guns-blazing, what happened to the parrot, and machinations of a meme-filled mind are an enigma. They also cover a revelation on who voiced Eva, and you will not belive who it was... unless you've already heard the interview that Squidge and Alyxa reference. Content Warning This episode contains references to spoilers, swearing, eating things to survive, and torture. But it also contains some seriously bonkers tangents and silliness. You have been politely informed. There are also topics which might not be suitable for the ears of the innocent. But nothing in this episode, or this podcast as a whole, is to be taken seriously. Please listen responsibly. Show Notes See above Links of Interest Join our Discord server and be part of future episodesOur Facebook pageUs on TwitterSupport us on Ko-FiAlyxa on the web:Alyxa on TwitchAlyxa on TwitterAlyxa’s VoDs on YouTubeLuso DubsRetro Wildlands podcastNomad's episode of The Retro Wildlands on MGS3Alyxa's Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater VOD playlistMusic Used In The Episode Links to the music used in the podcast can be found below. Definitely check them out, because they're amazing tracks by awesome musicians. Intro music is Massive Scratch - Eight Bit/ChiptuneSpoiler Break music is Spectrum (Subdiffusion Mix) by Foniqz (BandCamp)Pallet Cleanser music is Breath Deep Breath Clear (Wu Chi) by Siobhan DakayMetal Gear Solid Chaff Grenade SoundMGS 3 Parrot codecNever Gonna Give You Up (8 Bit Remix Cover Version)Snake eater theme no lyricsTux CodecMetal Gear Solid Alert - Sound Effect (HD)Metal Gear Solid - Snake's Codec RevengeanceOutro Music is Massive Scratch - Eight Bit/ChiptuneSigning Off... For Now And have you left us a rating or review? We really like to hear back from listeners about our show, so check out https://wafflingtaylors.rocks/our-podcast/ for links to services where you can leave us some wonderful feedback. The Waffling Taylors is a proud member of Jay and Jay Media. If you like this episode, please consider supporting our Podcasting Network. One $3 donation provides a week of hosting for all of our shows. You can support this show, and the others like it, at https://ko-fi.com/jayandjaymedia ★ Support this podcast ★

    58 min
  3. Controllers Down: What Defined Gaming in 2024 - Part Four

    FEB 21

    Controllers Down: What Defined Gaming in 2024 - Part Four

    A Note from Jay Hey all, Would you Adam and Eve-it, I still don't have an internet connection (I'm using up my mobile data at a rate of knots at the moment), and life is still... well, life is doing life things right now. Anyway, this is the second half of the second set of episodes (why didn't I just write "part four"?) on what defined gaming in 2024 for our guests. The ever amazing Squidge continued to emcee this episode, asking both Nomad and G (aka #dontCallMyAudrey, aka The Lard of Dorkness) all about their gaming adventures in 2024. Just like last episode, let us know if you're reading this show notes: send out a messenger pigeon, lean out the window and yell, or (better yet) join the Discord and let us know. Here's hoping I can get a stable internet connection soon. We're now hip deep into February 2025 and I still don't have a working internet connection. How crazy is that!? — Jay Content Warning This episode contains spoilers and swears. But it also contains some seriously bonkers tangents and silliness. You have been politely informed. There are also topics which might not be suitable for the ears of the innocent. But nothing in this episode, or this podcast as a whole, is to be taken seriously. Please listen responsibly. Show Notes See above Links of Interest Join our Discord server and be part of future episodesOur Facebook pageUs on TwitterSupport us on Ko-FiSigning Off... For Now And have you left us a rating or review? We really like to hear back from listeners about our show, so check out https://wafflingtaylors.rocks/our-podcast/ for links to services where you can leave us some wonderful feedback. The Waffling Taylors is a proud member of Jay and Jay Media. If you like this episode, please consider supporting our Podcasting Network. One $3 donation provides a week of hosting for all of our shows. You can support this show, and the others like it, at https://ko-fi.com/jayandjaymedia ★ Support this podcast ★

    42 min
  4. Controllers Down: What Defined Gaming in 2024 - Parth Three

    FEB 7

    Controllers Down: What Defined Gaming in 2024 - Parth Three

    A Note from Jay Hey all, So I should explain a few things. Firstly, this episode was supposed to go out in January 2025, but ... well... life happened and I wasn't able to focus on anything but me for a while. Secondly, I've been without an internet connection since before Christmas 2024; as you can imagine, this causes a few issues on the whole "releasing podcast episodes" side of things. I still don't have an internet connection (I literally tethered to my phone and released this episode), or a lot of time to focus on things other than... well, life kicking my butt. As such, I'm having to release this episode without the show notes that you've become accustomed to. Yes, I still write all of the show notes; and yes, I'm the one who releases the episodes. As such, I'm sorry that this episode has to be released without much in the way of content in these here show notes. I guess this will be a good litmus test to see whether folks actually read these or whether folks even look at the website. If you've read this far, give us a shout on Discord or something. This episode has the wonderful Squidge talking with both Nomad and G (aka #dontCallMyAudrey, aka The LArd of Dorkness) about what made gaming in 2024 special for them. I hope that you like it, and I'll get some real show notes out to you as soon as I can. Here's hoping I can get a stable internet connection soon. I mean, it's 2025 and it's still possible for folks not to have the ability to get on the 'net. — Jay Content Warning This episode contains spoilers and swears. But it also contains some seriously bonkers tangents and silliness. You have been politely informed. There are also topics which might not be suitable for the ears of the innocent. But nothing in this episode, or this podcast as a whole, is to be taken seriously. Please listen responsibly. Show Notes See above Links of Interest Join our Discord server and be part of future episodesOur Facebook pageUs on TwitterSupport us on Ko-FiSigning Off... For Now And have you left us a rating or review? We really like to hear back from listeners about our show, so check out https://wafflingtaylors.rocks/our-podcast/ for links to services where you can leave us some wonderful feedback. The Waffling Taylors is a proud member of Jay and Jay Media. If you like this episode, please consider supporting our Podcasting Network. One $3 donation provides a week of hosting for all of our shows. You can support this show, and the others like it, at https://ko-fi.com/jayandjaymedia ★ Support this podcast ★

    1h 1m
  5. Controllers Down: What Defined Gaming in 2024 - Part Two

    12/27/2024

    Controllers Down: What Defined Gaming in 2024 - Part Two

    Remember that you can always get in touch with us on our Facebook page, on X, or using our Contact page. We reflect on the whimsical world of gaming in 2024 with guests Matthew Bliss, and Alyxa. We share hilarious anecdotes about our most questionable in-game actions, from wild NPC interactions to bizarre character fixations. And our discussion touches on the impact of player agency in multiplayer experiences and highlights the memorable chaos that arises from emergent gameplay. This is actually a sample of the full show notes - make sure to click here to check out the full show notes. Content Warning This episode contains spoilers and swears. But it also contains some seriously bonkers tangents and silliness. You have been politely informed. There are also topics which might not be suitable for the ears of the innocent. But nothing in this episode, or this podcast as a whole, is to be taken seriously. Please listen responsibly. Show Notes It wouldn't be a Waffling Taylors episode without an intro from Squidge, and he didn't disappoint with this one: From active time battling to zombie slaying, Waffling Taylors covers video games and beyond.Greetings and welcome to a special series of episodes of the Waffling Taylors, where we chat about our year in gaming. I took some time with a good friend of the show, Ike, to come up with a list of questions that I could ask our guests. It is Jay, Matthew Bliss, and Alyxa. To find out all about their year in gaming this year, 2024. In this second part, we cover everything from questionable source control, deceptive NPCs, to Matt's obsession with chickens? So without further ado, sit back, grab some snacks and get ready for the first part of this episode entitled "Controllers Down: What Defined Gaming in 2024". Take it away guys! — Squidge Questionable ContentNo, it's the not the Underpants Ninja. Squidge wanted to know what questionable things the guests had done in their gaming careers in 2024: What's the most questionable thing you've done in a game this year? Be honest. Did it involve stealing bread, punching NPCs or something worse? And I'll give you bonus points if it involved chickens.— SquidgeJay went full on absurd with this answer: So I'm definitely not going to get the bonus points for this one, because I just told you what it is. It is blowing up the freaking ocean. I dropped an f-bomb when I talked about it previously, but yeah, blowing up the freaking ocean.And it is so, wonderfully and stupidly done. Your your boat, sort of, capsizes and a massive—and I mean frankly massive, like bigger than the rocket in Half-Life—a massive rocket emerges from the ocean, and gets fired off into the distance; where you see a real mushroom cloud explode. And there is a a wave that crashes over you, which pushes you back further along the jetty like it would, because it's physics. And then you end up with, like, fish splatting against the screen and splopping down; because in real life a fish would hit you in the face. — Jay You'll need to read the full show notes (or listen to the episode) for the full absurdity. Full Show Notes Make sure to check out the full show notes for more discussion on the points we raise, some extra meta-analysis, and some links to related things. How was your year in gaming? And how would you answer each of Squidge's questions? Let us know on Discord, X, Facebook, or try our brand-new contact page. Links of Interest Join our Discord server and be part of future episodesOur Facebook pageUs on TwitterSupport us on Ko-FiMatt's active podcasts:mbpod.com — Matt's Podcast editing servicesCoffee With A PodcasterFrom My Home to YoursAlyxa on the web:Alyxa on TwitchAlyxa on TwitterAlyxa's VoDs on YouTubeLuso Dubs"Random" - Questionable Content (aka, The Underpants Ninja)Squall is deadThe Modern .NET ShowOrtolanSigning Off... For Now And have you left us a rating or review? We really like to hear back from listeners about our show, so check out https://wafflingtaylors.rocks/our-podcast/ for links to services where you can leave us some wonderful feedback. The Waffling Taylors is a proud member of Jay and Jay Media. If you like this episode, please consider supporting our Podcasting Network. One $3 donation provides a week of hosting for all of our shows. You can support this show, and the others like it, at https://ko-fi.com/jayandjaymedia ★ Support this podcast ★

    1h 36m
  6. Controllers Down: What Defined Gaming in 2024 - Part One

    12/13/2024

    Controllers Down: What Defined Gaming in 2024 - Part One

    Remember that you can always get in touch with us on our Facebook page, on X, or using our Contact page. We explore our gaming experiences from 2024 with guests Alyxa and Matthew Bliss. Part one of the conversation centers on our top three games of the year, with Alyxa reminiscing about the nostalgia of Persona 3 Portable, while Matthew highlights narrative-driven games like Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice and The Last of Us Part 1. We discuss the joy of revisiting older games, contrasting their accessibility with the frustrations of modern titles This is actually a sample of the full show notes - make sure to click here to check out the full show notes. Content Warning This episode contains spoilers and swears. But it also contains some seriously bonkers tangents and silliness. You have been politely informed. There are also topics which might not be suitable for the ears of the innocent. But nothing in this episode, or this podcast as a whole, is to be taken seriously. Please listen responsibly. Show Notes It wouldn't be a Waffling Taylors episode without an intro from Squidge, and he didn't disappoint with this one: From active time battling to zombie slaying, Waffling Taylors covers video games and beyond.Greetings and welcome to a special series of episodes of the Waffling Taylors, where we chat about our year in gaming. I took some time with a good friend of the show, Ike, to come up with a list of questions that I could ask our guests. It is Jay, Matthew Bliss, and Alyxa To find out all about their year in gaming this year, 2024. We cover everything from entire new replays to save love interests to questionable unlocks. So without further ado, sit back, grab some snacks and get ready for the first part of this episode entitled "Controllers Down: What Defined Gaming in 2024". Take it away guys! — Squidge Before the episode could begin, Squidge wanted to give the guests a chance to talk about themselves. First up was Alyxa: Hi everyone, my name is Alyxa. I am a VTuber, a human with fox ears. And I've been in the Waffling Taylors podcasts before, like Sonic 2.And also been participating in Waffling Taylor's Lite, speaking mostly about Metal Gear games, Metal Gear Solid more specifically, and going on a lot of tangents. — Alyxa Then it was Matt's turn: I am Matthew Bliss. You may remember me from such popular phrases as, "Wow! That's a really weird game about odd anime girls that keep repeating and dying," and also "Powerwash Simulator for Game of the Year."Deliberately trying to avoid the things that are incredibly inappropriate. — Matt Top Three Games of The YearThe first thing that Squidge wanted to know about was what were the top three games that each person had played in 2024: So I started off simple. I asked, what are your top three games of this year?— Squidge Jay went first: Okay, so long-time listeners will know that I don't get a great deal of the time, which is why I tend to play more retro or older titles, less new titles, I guess.Because I just cannot deal with sitting and waiting for a 500,000 terabyte download just to be able to give me a slightly better look on one of the NPCs that's standing off in the distance that I'm never going to actually see ever, because I only have like a couple of 36 to 42-inch monitors. I'm literally never going to see them. It's kind of no point. Anyway, so I like to play slightly older games. So the top three that I've played this year, and they are games I've come back to, it's  — Jay You'll have to listen to the episode or take a look at the full show notes (linked below) to find out what everyone had been playing and what the other questions were. Full Show Notes Make sure to check out the full show notes for more discussion on the points we raise, some extra meta-analysis, and some links to related things. How was your year in gaming? And how would you answer each of Squidge's questions? Let us know on Discord, X, Facebook, or try our brand-new contact page. Links of Interest Join our Discord server and be part of future episodesOur Facebook pageUs on TwitterSupport us on Ko-FiMatt's active podcasts:mbpod.com — Matt's Podcast editing servicesCoffee With A PodcasterFrom My Home to YoursAlyxa on the web:Alyxa on TwitchAlyxa on TwitterAlyxa's VoDs on YouTubeLuso DubsSuplex Wrestling, as mentioned by MattSigning Off... For Now And have you left us a rating or review? We really like to hear back from listeners about our show, so check out https://wafflingtaylors.rocks/our-podcast/ for links to services where you can leave us some wonderful feedback. The Waffling Taylors is a proud member of Jay and Jay Media. If you like this episode, please consider supporting our Podcasting Network. One $3 donation provides a week of hosting for all of our shows. You can support this show, and the others like it, at https://ko-fi.com/jayandjaymedia ★ Support this podcast ★

    1h 7m
  7. Street Fighter: The Ultimate Battle Championship X Ultra Alpha Super Turbo Turkey Puncher Edition with Mo - Part Two

    11/29/2024

    Street Fighter: The Ultimate Battle Championship X Ultra Alpha Super Turbo Turkey Puncher Edition with Mo - Part Two

    Remember that you can always get in touch with us on our Facebook page, on X, or using our Contact page. Squidge continues to explore the chaotic charm of the cult classic Street Fighter alongside Mo from the Squonk and the Hag podcast. They dive into memorable moments, dissect character portrayals, reflect on Raul Julia’s standout performance as M. Bison. psst. we've done a bunch of these "goes to the movies" episodes. Check this page to see all of the released specials. This is actually a sample of the full show notes - make sure to click here to check out the full show notes. Content Warning This episode contains spoilers and swears. But it also contains some seriously bonkers tangents and silliness. You have been politely informed. There are also topics which might not be suitable for the ears of the innocent. But nothing in this episode, or this podcast as a whole, is to be taken serious. Please listen responsibly. Show Notes As is now tradition, Squidge provided a short intro to the episode. Whilst both this episode and part 2 are "Goes to the Movies" episodes, they're also WT Lite ones because of the way that Squidge ran it. Waffling Taylors Lite, the pocket-sized podcast that packs a gaming punch.In this first serving of bite-sized banter with a side of game goodness, we catch up with Mo from The Squonk & The Hag Podcast to cover the 1995 live-action movie of Street Fighter: The Ultimate Battle. In the second part, we cover everything from watching films on speedboats, wholesome inspirational warnings, and Tuesdays. So without further ado, sit back, grab some snacks, and get ready for this episode entitled "Street Fighter: The Ultimate Battle Championship X Ultra Alpha Super Turbo Turkey Puncher Edition with Mo - Part Two". Take it away guys — Squidge The Scenes We Want To Highlight 2: Electric BoogalooAs Mo went last in the previous part, it was Squidge's turn to highlight a scene, and he chose... well, you'll see: It's towards, I call it, I mean, I normally call it a clusterf*ck, but I'm trying to watch my language, so I'll call it a flustercluck, right? Towards the end. So the part I'm on about is Captain Sawada, right? He punches a guy and then he walks towards a security expert who has hacked into, tapped into, the security cameras.And at that point, you've got Honda and Zangief fighting each other, which is just basically grabbing each other and throwing each other around. But they are trampling through a model of Bisonopolis, which is funny in itself. But then you've got Godzilla/kaiju sounds superimposed on top. And it goes on for like three seconds. You don't see much of it. — Squidge And before they could move on to any other scenes, Squidge brought up the guy with the machine gun (as mentioned in the previous episode on the movie, which good friend Z-Boi): [Ryu and Ken] walk by a guy who's just in a towel around his midriff and he's lovingly holding this gun, grenade launcher, machine gun, whatever the hell it is. And he's got the butt of it on his leg, and he's holding it up, and he's polishing it. What happened to him? Why was he so attached to the gun? Did he make it out okay and does he still have the gun? That's the most important question I need to ask.Did he make it out alive with the gun? Is he still polishing the gun? I want a sitcom or a two-part anime special on Netflix about that guy and his machine gun; because that's the real question. We need to know what happened to him. — Squidge And he was referring to the background actor on the left of this image. The conversation about that guy and the shoe lady... that is, this shoe lady, naturally evolves into either total madness or a pitch call for the greatest TV show ever. Answers on a postcard, please. And after that comes a discussion on the scene with, possibly, Raul Julia's greatest every monologue. But to see what we have to say on that, you'll need to read the full show notes. Speaking of... Full Show Notes Make sure to check out the full show notes for more discussion on the points we raise, some extra meta-analysis, some out-of-context screen grabs from the movie, and some links to related things. What other movies would you like us to cover? Let us know on Discord, X, Facebook, or try our brand-new contact page. psst. we've done a bunch of these "goes to the movies" episodes. Check this page to see all of the released specials. Links of Interest Join our Discord server and be part of future episodesOur Facebook pageUs on TwitterSupport us on Ko-FiMo'spodcast: The Squank and the HagTwitterInstaTwitchStreet Fighter on IMDBKitty Kaiju because we know that you want oneAnd this because we know that you need oneSigning Off... For Now And have you left us a rating or review? We really like to hear back from listeners about our show, so check out https://wafflingtaylors.rocks/our-podcast/ for links to services where you can leave us some wonderful feedback. The Waffling Taylors is a proud member of Jay and Jay Media. If you like this episode, please consider

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A fun and silly discussion about video games (both retro and contemporary), video game movies, and pretty much anything related to video games. It is hosted by brothers Jay and Squidge (who may or may not be a cartoon wolf), and featuring the best guests around - including some real video game development legends. Whether it's an in-depth discussion about video games, films surrounding video games, or light-hearted nonsense and tangents, this may be the pod for you.

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