Grow Up Level Up

Samson Li
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A podcast network about how we stay connected to play, creativity, and curiosity as adults. From video games to movies, music, and more—we explore how entertainment fits into real life. Featuring series like How We Play and Sunset Selects.

  1. Reading a 2005 Nintendo Power Magazine 20 Years Later (DS Era, Mario Kart Wi-Fi & More!)

    4D AGO

    Reading a 2005 Nintendo Power Magazine 20 Years Later (DS Era, Mario Kart Wi-Fi & More!)

    We cracked open a REAL copy of Nintendo Power Magazine Volume 194 (August 2005) and it is a full on nostalgia trip! 🕹️ From Mario Kart DS going online for the FIRST time, to the Nintendo Revolution (later the Wii), StarCraft Ghost, Elite Beat Agents, One Piece GBA, and more... 2005 was an absolutely WILD year for gaming. Join SamsonXP and SirDrJM as we flip through every page of this retro gaming time capsule and react to everything Nintendo had going on in 2005. 🎙️ Grow Up Level Up is the weekly podcast where we talk about the games that helped us grow up and the games we're playing today. Don’t forget thumbs up and subscribe! 00:00 We're Going Back to 2005 02:23 Nintendo Power Magazine Deep Dive 05:09 How Gaming Magazines Shaped Our Childhoods 08:01 Opening the August 2005 Issue Live 10:52 Reader Mail and Letters from 2005 Kids 13:40 Game Previews You Totally Forgot About 16:21 StarCraft Ghost and Wasted Gaming IPs 21:40 Retro Gaming Trivia You Can Use at Bar Night 22:48 Sonic Rush and the DS Era Game Innovations 23:45 The Game Watch Forecast (Nintendo's Hype List) 24:38 Donkey Kong King of Swing Is Underrated 26:28 One Piece GBA... The First One in North America?! 28:44 Mario Kart DS and the Birth of Nintendo Wi-Fi 30:31 E3 2005 Was Actually Insane 33:17 Nintendo Revolution and the Game Boy Micro Reveal 34:36 Twilight Princess Got a TWO HOUR LINE at E3 38:09 Pokemon in 2005 Was Everywhere 41:49 Where Pokemon Has Gone Since Then 42:50 Medal of Honor and the Era of Realistic War Games 44:40 Licensed Games Were Different Back Then 47:40 DS Game Reviews From the Magazine Itself 52:23 Nintendo Power Quizzes and Community Pages 54:16 Final Thoughts and Gaming Memories Stay connected: BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/growuplevelup.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growuplevelup/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@growuplevelup?lang=en Follow Samson: BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/smsn.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samsonxp/ Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/samsonxp_⁠ Follow Jordan: https://bsky.app/profile/sirdrjm.bsky.social Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/Fmzgcxar5b Subscribe and follow for more: YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@growuplevelup⁠ Spotify: ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/growuplevelup⁠

    59 min

  2. APR 13

    Samson Plays Samson?! Streaming Fails, Game Bugs & April Updates

    🚗 This week on Grow Up Level Up! Samson gives his first impressions of the new GTA-like game Samson, dives into some hilarious streaming fails, and shares what’s coming to the channel this April! From unexpected game bugs to wild driving moments and behind-the-scenes streaming chaos, this is a can’t-miss episode for anyone who loves gaming stories and creator life updates. 🔖 Chapters: 00:00 — Introduction to Samson Plays Samson 03:12 — First Impressions of the Game 08:57 — Upcoming Plans for April 💥 Stay subscribed for more gaming updates, stories, and creator insights every week! #GrowUpLevelUp #GamingPodcast #SamsonGame #StreamingFails #Twitch #GameReview #ContentCreation #AprilPlans

    10 min
  3. RACCOIN, Pokopia, and Marvel’s Wonder Man | What We’ve Been Playing

    APR 2

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

    Join us on Grow Up Level Up for a discussion about the latest in gaming and pop culture with Jordan and Samson. We share first impressions of RACCOIN, talk about Pokopia as a cozy life sim and Pokémon-adjacent experience, revisit nostalgic memories from the 2006, and break down Marvel’s Wonder Man. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Grow Up Level Up Sunset Selects 02:50 Housekeeping and Recent Episodes 04:19 First Impressions of Raccoin 21:36 Exploring Pokopia 46:21 Reader Mail! Nostalgia and Community Memories from 2006 51:37 Reviewing Wonder Man Don’t forget thumbs up and subscribe! Stay connected: BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/growuplevelup.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growuplevelup/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@growuplevelup?lang=en Follow Samson: BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/smsn.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samsonxp/ Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/samsonxp_⁠ Follow Jordan: https://bsky.app/profile/sirdrjm.bsky.social Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/Fmzgcxar5b Subscribe and follow for more: YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@growuplevelup⁠ Spotify: ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/growuplevelup⁠

    57 min
  4. The Ultimate Forgotten Pokémon Bracket: Which Pokémon Did You Forget?

    MAR 27

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

    It’s time to find out which Pokémon history forgot! Join us as we build a bracket of forgotten Pokémon, battle it out round by round, and crown the BEST of the most overlooked Pokémon of all time. 🧠 Vote for your favorites in the comments! 0:00 Introduction to the Show and Hosts 06:34 Bracket Start Don’t forget thumbs up and subscribe! Stay connected: BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/growuplevelup.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growuplevelup/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@growuplevelup?lang=en Follow Samson: BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/smsn.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samsonxp/ Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/samsonxp_⁠ Follow Jordan: https://bsky.app/profile/sirdrjm.bsky.social Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/Fmzgcxar5b Subscribe and follow for more: YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@growuplevelup⁠ Spotify: ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/growuplevelup⁠

    1h 20m
  5. A Nostalgic Dive into 2006 Gaming: Xbox 360 Launch & EGM Preview Issue!

    MAR 20

    A Nostalgic Dive into 2006 Gaming: Xbox 360 Launch & EGM Preview Issue!

    Join hosts Samson and Jordan for a nostalgic trip back to 2006 gaming! We dive into the Xbox 360 launch, PS3 anticipation, Wii motion controls, and Electronic Gaming Monthly's epic previews featuring PS3/Wii updates, Sonic, the DS, and more! We look at iconic hits like Gears of War, The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess, Jak X, and handheld gems Mario Kart DS, that defined the era. #GamingNostalgia #2006Games #RetroGaming #Xbox360 #PS3 #Wii #EGM #LevelUpPodcast #GamingHistory #mariokartds Don’t forget thumbs up and subscribe! Chapters 00:00 Introduction 04:30 Looking into the 2006 Issue of EGM Stay connected: BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/growuplevelup.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growuplevelup/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@growuplevelup?lang=en Follow Samson: BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/smsn.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samsonxp/ Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/samsonxp_⁠ Follow Jordan: https://bsky.app/profile/sirdrjm.bsky.social Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/Fmzgcxar5b Subscribe and follow for more: YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@growuplevelup⁠ Spotify: ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/growuplevelup⁠

    1h 7m

  6. MAR 13

    HOPPERS Movie Review – Funniest Pixar In Years?

    Today on Sunset Selects, we review Disney & Pixar’s new movie Hoppers (2026) – a sci‑fi comedy where animal‑lover Mabel hops her mind into a robotic beaver to communicate with animals and help save their habitat from a shady mayor’s plans. We keep things spoiler‑free for most of the episode, then dive into a short spoiler section at the end. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Hoppers and Gaming Updates 03:03 Exploring Recent Game Releases 09:00 Hoppers Review 41:19 Final Thoughts and Recommendations 44:34 Ranking Pixar Movies: A Fun Experiment 47:01 Top 10 Pixar Films Revealed 56:00 Spoiler Discussion: Favorite Moments from Hoppers Don’t forget thumbs up and subscribe! Stay connected: BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/growuplevelup.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growuplevelup/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@growuplevelup?lang=en Follow Samson: BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/smsn.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samsonxp/ Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/samsonxp_⁠ Follow Jordan: https://bsky.app/profile/sirdrjm.bsky.social Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/Fmzgcxar5b Subscribe and follow for more: YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@growuplevelup⁠ Spotify: ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/growuplevelup⁠

    1h 4m
  7. David Andrews Top 8 Seattle Regionals 2026 Interview! Raging Bolt Ogerpon Deck Tech & Tips

    MAR 6

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

    🚀 David Andrews (Top 8 Seattle Regionals 2026!) joins Grow Up Level Up for his FIRST interview post-breakout with Raging Bolt Ogerpon ex deck! Deck: https://labs.limitlesstcg.com/0055/player/1826 Top 8 Match: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C5APY-CKWkc Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest 02:00 David's Journey to Top 8 at Seattle Regionals 05:03 Mindset and Preparation for Competition 11:32 Key Tips for Competitive Play 16:01 Building Connections and Friendships in Gaming 22:52 David's Journey into Pokémon TCG 32:18 Advice for Aspiring Competitors 34:56 Life Lessons from Pokémon TCG 36:57 Deck Tech: Raging Bolt 49:13 Closing Thoughts and Future Aspirations Don’t forget thumbs up and subscribe! Stay connected: BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/growuplevelup.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growuplevelup/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@growuplevelup?lang=en Follow Samson: BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/smsn.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samsonxp/ Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/samsonxp_⁠ Follow Jordan: https://bsky.app/profile/sirdrjm.bsky.social Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/Fmzgcxar5b Subscribe and follow for more: YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@growuplevelup⁠ Spotify: ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/growuplevelup⁠

    51 min
  8. Big Pokémon News Incoming? Gen 10, Movie Talk & Community Rankings!

    FEB 27

    Big Pokémon News Incoming? Gen 10, Movie Talk & Community Rankings!

    From Gen 10 predictions to new Pokémon movie rumors, this Grow Up Level Up Podcast episode dives deep into the community’s hottest takes! 🎙️ Thanks to everyone who wrote in, we reveal fan survey results on the most-loved Pokémon and games, debate wild theories about new generations and gameplay mechanics, and explore fresh fan ideas for Pokémon lifestyle apps and movie spinoffs. Don’t forget thumbs up and subscribe! Stay connected: BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/growuplevelup.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growuplevelup/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@growuplevelup?lang=en Follow Samson: BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/smsn.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samsonxp/ Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/samsonxp_⁠ Follow Jordan: https://bsky.app/profile/sirdrjm.bsky.social Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/Fmzgcxar5b Subscribe and follow for more: YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@growuplevelup⁠ Spotify: ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/growuplevelup⁠

    1h 24m
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A podcast network about how we stay connected to play, creativity, and curiosity as adults. From video games to movies, music, and more—we explore how entertainment fits into real life. Featuring series like How We Play and Sunset Selects.

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  • Creator
    Samson Li
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    118
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Samson Li
  • Show Website
    Grow Up Level Up

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