Burly Bantz Podcast

Burly Bantz Podcast

Two loud-mouthed idiots with thumbs of steel and Wi-Fi in their veins dive headfirst into the wild world of gaming and internet chaos. From the hottest takes on the latest drops to deep dives into meme culture, digital drama, and pixelated nostalgia — nothing's off-limits. If you're a gamer who lives online, this is your new favorite noise. Grab your headset, jump on the sofa with us it’s about to get burly

  1. Oct 7

    Do You Owe Your Favourite Franchise Anything ¦ Burly Bantz Gaming Podcast Ep25

    Welcome to the special Discord Exclusive Edition of Episode 25 of the Burly Bantz podcast! Today, Joe (Foxlethal) and Adam (Mr. Ambassador) are diving deep into the omni-franchise era to ask: do you actually owe your favorite franchise anything? Before getting into the heavy gaming debates, we kick things off with our personal lives, including Joe's rebel move of bringing a Taco Bell quesadilla and cheese sauce into Five Guys to dip his Cajun fries. We also break down a recent trip to Florida to check out Universal and Disney World, taking a bizarrely detailed look at theme park restroom tech and the "Flush Daddy" Instagram account. Adam recaps his week dominating (mostly) the Homefield Arms pub quiz and exploring Fountains Abbey for some Pokémon GO summer events. For the main discussion, we're tearing into the "Adaptation Trap." We look at the dark ages of PS2 movie tie-ins like Charlie's Angels and Enter the Matrix, compare 1:1 TV adaptations like The Last of Us to universe-expanding successes like Fallout, and praise South Park: The Stick of Truth as a playable TV episode. Finally, we wrap up by pitching our dream video game theme parks, from a BioShock aquarium to a massive Ocarina of Time kingdom. ⏱️ Timestamps 0:00 – Intro: Do you owe your favorite franchise anything? 1:14 – Discord Exclusive: Taco Bell x Five Guys cross-contamination. 3:53 – Florida Trip: Universal, Disney, & Theme Park Toilets ("Flush Daddy"). 11:18 – Adam's Week: Homefield Arms pub quizzes & giant garden parsnips. 22:40 – Algorithm Talk: Chiseled Adonis & "That's a violation." 27:24 – Main Topic Intro: Are you a real fan? 34:56 – Player Name of the Week: Captain Crappy vs. KFC's Mega Box. 37:59 – GTA 6 Trailer & the cost-per-hour of gaming. 42:20 – What We've Been Playing: Death Stranding, Brawl Stars, & PoGo Mega Ascension. 52:19 – The Adaptation Trap: LEGO games & The Last of Us TV Show pacing. 1:02:32 – Expanding the Universe: Why the Fallout TV show worked. 1:14:36 – Meme of the Week: Greek KFC AI Nuggets & Euro Truck Simulator rage. 1:22:26 – Takeaway Review: Siciliano's Pizza (average pizza, 8.5 dip). 1:26:08 – TV to Games: South Park and Omni-franchises. 1:34:15 – Introducing kids to gaming with the SNES. 1:37:26 – The Golden Rule for Adaptations (and rewriting TLOU2). 1:39:06 – Pitching Game Theme Parks: Horizon AR rides & Ocarina of Time. 1:50:46 – Outro & theme music credits. 💬 Join the BantzMake sure you smash the like button, subscribe, and leave a comment voting on Meme of the Week! Theme music composed by Joe, Glenn, and Scotch eggs. 📱 Follow the Chaos on Socials: TikTok: / burly.bantz.podca Instagram: / burlybantzpodcast Twitter/X: https://x.com/BurlyBantz #BurlyBantz #GamingPodcast #VideoGameAdaptations #TheLastOfUs #FalloutOnPrime #OcarinaOfTime #RetroGaming #PokemonGO #GamingCommunity #PodcastEpisode #GameToMovie #Zelda #ThemeParkConcepts #gamertalk Media Credits & Attributions Featured clips and reactions via Olan Rogers (Final Space), @ChiseledAdonis, @camutdriving28, @kfc_greece, FilmCow, Rob Cantor, and @flushdaddy. Gameplay and film footage featured for review and commentary includes The Last of Us (Naughty Dog/HBO), Fallout (Bethesda/Prime Video), Marvel's Wolverine, South Park: The Stick of Truth, Death Stranding, Super Mario Bros., Ocarina of Time, Pokémon, Harry Potter (PS1), Charlie's Angels (PS2), GoldenEye 007, Tomb Raider, Doom, and Street Fighter. All other unlisted media, trademarks, and copyrights are the property of their respective owners. Content is used strictly for review and commentary purposes under Fair Use.Atari E.T. Photo: By taylorhatmaker (CC BY 2.0) - https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=32763260 🤖 Production Tools & Credits: AI asset generation and workflow assistance provided by Google Flow & Gemini

  2. Sep 27

    We Planned Pokémon GO Fest 2027 Scopely, Take Notes! ¦ Burly Bantz: Fast Moves

    Are you tired of walking up endless hills? Or do you prefer your GO Fest with a side of coastal views and Portuguese custard tarts? Welcome back to Burly Bantz Fast Moves! Today, we are looking ahead and booking our fantasy tickets for Pokémon GO Fest Europe 2027. We are battling it out to see who can pitch the ultimate host city: the spreadsheet-approved flatlands of Budapest, or the vibrant (but incredibly hilly) streets of Lisbon. Joe (Fox Lethal) breaks down why Margaret Island in Budapest is the ultimate pedestrianized, zero-elevation biome, complete with Thermal Bath Psyduck pitches and cheap transit on the BudapestGO app. Meanwhile, Adam brings his Community Ambassador event-planning experience to pitch Lisbon, Portugal, featuring historic castles, City Safari pedigree, and the chaotic potential of a drunk Spinda pub crawl. Drop a comment below: Who won the great GO Fest 2027 debate? Are you Team Fox Lethal (Budapest) or Team Adam (Lisbon)? 👇 DON'T FORGET TO LIKE & SUBSCRIBE! 👇 ⏱️ Chapter Timestamps: 0:00 - Game Face On & The 2027 Debate 1:12 - Team Fox Lethal: The Budapest Pitch 2:11 - Margaret Island: The Zero-Elevation Paradise 4:24 - Budapest Costs, Hostels & The BudapestGO App 5:35 - Sightseeing, Ruin Bars & Thermal Baths 7:39 - Custom Pokémon Pitches (Thermal Bath Psyduck!) 11:22 - Team Adam: The Lisbon Pitch 14:39 - Lisbon Parks, Castles & PvP Arenas 15:53 - Tram 28 & The Steep Hills Warning 18:05 - Fish, Custard Tarts & Portuguese Tapas 20:30 - The Drunk Spinda Pub Crawl 22:25 - The Final Verdict: Cast Your Vote!🎮 Catch More Burly Bantz: Catch the main podcast every month for deep dives into gaming news, console culture, and the best off-topic banter. 💬 Join the Community! 👉 Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/XaBYjB9XJ7 📱 FOLLOW THE BURLY BOYS: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@burly.bantz.podca Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/burlybantzpodcast Twitter/X: https://x.com/BurlyBantz #PokemonGO #PokemonGOFest #GamingPodcast #BurlyBantz #PokemonGOCommunity #PokemonGOLisbon #PokemonGOBudapest #MobileGaming 🤖 Production Tools & Credits:AI asset generation and workflow assistance provided by Google Flow

  3. Jul 24

    The Pokémon GO FOMO Trap (And How to Beat It) ¦ Burly Bantz: Fast Moves

    Is your item bag empty? Stardust at zero? Did you work all weekend and completely miss out on the latest shiny drops? Welcome back to Burly Bantz Fast Moves! Today, we are breaking down the massive wave of Pokémon GO FOMO and telling you the secret that Scopely doesn't want you to think about while selling you event tickets: The Exclusivity Myth. Almost everything in this game comes back around. We’re looking at how the biggest releases get recycled (from Primal Raids to Costume Pikachus) and proving why you never truly miss a debut. Plus, we reveal the ultimate cheat code to getting what you missed, and break down the handful of True Exclusives that are currently trapped in limbo (where is Armored Mewtwo?!). Drop a comment below: What is the ONE thing you missed from the latest event that you are absolutely desperate to trade for? Or, if you went hard, what are you hoarding to use as trade bait? 👇 DON'T FORGET TO LIKE & SUBSCRIBE! 👇 ⏱️ Chapter Timestamps: 0:00 - The Post-Event Hangover & FOMO Trap 1:04 - The Exclusivity Myth & Returning Primal Raids 2:43 - The Costume Vault: Pikachu, Lapras & Team Leaders 4:41 - The TRUE Exclusives: Armored Mewtwo & Clones 6:02 - The 2020 Slowpoke Confusion 6:56 - Masterwork Exclusives & Purified Apex 8:16 - The Local Trade Solution & Community Power 10:28 - Future Speculation: Wild Area & 10th Anniversary 11:55 - Mighty Steelix & Mega Zeraora Theories 13:12 - Fixing December Community Day 15:35 - Where Are The Missing Gen 4 Mythicals? 16:00 - Final Verdict & Outro 🎮 Catch More Burly Bantz:Catch the main podcast every month for deep dives into gaming news, console culture, and the best off-topic banter. 💬 Join the Community! 👉 Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/XaBYjB9XJ7 📱 FOLLOW THE BURLY BOYS: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@burly.bantz.podca Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/burlybantzpodcast Twitter/X: https://x.com/BurlyBantz 🌟 Shoutout to the Wakefield Outlaws! If you're local, get involved with the community. You don't need good RNG, you just need good friends to trade with. #PokemonGO #PokemonGOFest #GamingPodcast #BurlyBantz #PokemonGOCommunity #ArmoredMewtwo #ShinyPokemon #MobileGaming 🤖 Production Tools:AI asset generation and workflow assistance provided by Flow.

  4. Jul 1

    Could a Gamer Actually Survive the Apocalypse?

    Your parents told you it would rot your brain. Your boss thinks it's a waste of time. But what if playing video games for 20 years actually made you a survival expert? Adam and Joe are joined by our very first studio guest, Michael, to debate the ultimate question: Could a gamer actually survive the wasteland? We draft our ultimate video game survival squads, face the harsh reality of real-life stamina, and figure out if an Amazon warehouse is the ultimate post-apocalyptic safe zone. In this uncut version, you also get our full weekly catch-up (including Joe's Civic Green gig and Adam's barbecue), plus we crown a Chinese takeaway champion and expand past the gaming horizon in Off-Topic to review entries for the highly exclusive Piss Wall Appreciation Society. Drop a comment down below: Which 3 gaming characters are you drafting for your apocalypse survival squad?⏱️ Episode Chapters:0:00 - The Apocalypse Question (Intro) 01:55 - Extended Catch-Up: Civic Green & Barbecues 15:03 - The Apocalypse Squad Draft 22:48 - What Have We Spawned Into? 1:00:03 - Community Ambassador Corner 1:05:51 - Apocalypse Debate: The Medkit Fallacy 1:19:15 - Meme of the Week 1:22:26 - Takeaway Review: Newton Chinese 1:35:22 - Apocalypse Debate: Safe Zones & Survival 1:47:57 - Off-Topic: The Piss Wall Appreciation Society 2:05:26 - Outro & Final Plugs 🔗 Join the Community!You are already in the Discord watching this, so get involved in the polls and general chat!📱 Follow the Chaos on Socials:TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@burly.bantz.podcaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/burlybantzpodcastTwitter/X: https://x.com/BurlyBantz#gamingpodcast #BurlyBantz #GamerSurvival #Apocalypse #PodcastComedy

  5. Jun 22

    We Walked 76km in the Rain for Mewtwo (GO Fest Copenhagen)

    76km walked, torrential rain, and relying on 72-in-1 body wash from Normal to survive. We made it through Pokémon GO Fest Copenhagen, but between the brutal shiny rates and the massive 2,000-player Unity Raids, was it actually worth the hype? If you are prepping for GO Fest Global, do not make our mistakes. In this special reaction episode, Adam and Joe break down their raw, unfiltered experience in Denmark. We compare our final raid and shiny stats, debate the reality of grinding in a massive storm, and discuss whether the new Unity Raid mechanic is brilliant or just embarrassing to do in public. 💬 Join the Community! 👉 Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/XaBYjB9XJ7 📱FOLLOW THE BURLY BOYS: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@burly.bantz.podca Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/burlybantzpodcast Twitter/X: https://x.com/BurlyBantz ⏱️ Video Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 0:17 - Our Brutal GO Fest Stats (Who Won?) 1:45 - Surviving on 7-Eleven & 72-in-1 Body Wash 4:10 - The Fælledparken Grind & Spawn Density 9:20 - The 2,000-Player Mega Mewtwo Unity Raids 13:15 - City Experience & The Torrential Rain 17:00 - The Irish Pub Afterparty & Final Verdict Credits & Disclaimers: 🎵 Audio & SFX: Sound effects obtained from https://www.freesfx.com 🤖 Production Tools: AI asset generation and workflow assistance provided by Flow. ⚖️ Disclaimer: Pokémon, Pokémon GO, and Pokémon character names are trademarks of Nintendo, The Pokémon Company, and Niantic. The use of in-game footage and imagery in this video is strictly for commentary, critique, and transformative entertainment purposes under Fair Use guidelines. The Burly Bantz Boys are not officially affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Nintendo, The Pokémon Company, or Niantic.

  6. Jun 1

    Pokémon GO Fest Copenhagen 2026: The Ultimate Survival Guide!

    Heading to Denmark for Pokémon GO Fest 2026? We’ve got you covered! This is the only travel and gameplay guide you'll need to survive (and thrive) in Copenhagen this summer. We are diving deep into the absolute essentials for this massive event so you don't get caught off guard. We're breaking down exactly how to navigate the new EU border rules (EES/ETIAS), why you shouldn't bring physical cash, the best apps for the metro, and where to find the best street food (and sausages) when you need a break from the grind. Plus, we cover the exact Pokémon spawns, Mewtwo raid strategies, and why Copenhagen's intense bicycle lanes are the real raid bosses of the weekend. Whether you're a seasoned traveller or this is your first international GO Fest, grab a notebook, drop this link in your local group chats, and use the timestamps below to plan your perfect trip! ⏱️ Episode Timestamps 00:00 - Intro & The Ultimate Guide Begins 01:59 - When Is It & What to Do Before you go? 02:50 - Data, Roaming & eSIMs 04:20 - Essential App Settings, Storage Clearing & Priorities 17:23 - What to Pack (Scandinavian Weather & Battery Packs) 32:52 - The Journey & Navigating New EU Border Rules (EES/ETIAS) 36:42 - Airport to the City: Trains, Buses & The Metro 40:50 - Transport to the Park (Fælledparken) 45:40 - Transport Ticket Options & Prices 51:20 - Currency, Cashless Society & VAT Refunds 54:18 - Sightseeing (Castles, Mermaids & Nelson's Cannonball) 1:02:52 - Toilets, Water Fountains, Food, Drinks & The MPD (Meat Packing District) 1:11:15 - Where to Play in the City (And BIKE LANE WARNINGS!) 1:20:50 - Park Day Tips, Routes & Getting Shade 1:39:00 - GO Fest Bonuses, Spawns & Features 2:00:04 - Super Mega Mewtwo Raids & Link Charges Explained 2:07:32 - Regionals & Trading (Bring your Stonjourners!) 2:11:15 - Community Meetups & The After Party 🔗 Helpful Links & Resources Mentioned Rejseplanen App: https://www.rejsebillet.dk/en-us Superhelten Copenhagen Pokémon Go Guide: https://www.superheltenlegetoej.dk/da/superheltens-univers/pokemon-go/navigating-copenhagen-for-pokemon-go-fest-2026-transportation-guide-for-trainers Water Fountain Map: https://www.hofor.dk/english/hofor-utilities/water-supply/free-drinking-water-in-copenhagen/ Public Toilet Map: https://visitorservice.kk.dk/en/explore-copenhagen/public-toilets Friday Campfire Meetup (Doncaster Group): https://cmpf.re/eWrqnGSaturday After Party RSVP: https://cmpf.re/zXXYcW In Person Go Fest Discord: https://discord.gg/G583eQ5e6p Storage Clearing Search Strings:Nundos: 0hp&0attack&0defense General: age0&0,1,2*&!shiny Exclude Regional: age0&0,1,2*&!shiny&!rotom&!mudbray&!comfey&!unown&!mewtwo 💬 Join the Community!If you want to know more, drop a comment below or come hang out with us in the Discord! We will get straight back to you with any answers. 👉 Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/XaBYjB9XJ7 📱 FOLLOW THE BURLY BOYS: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@burly.bantz.podca Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/burlybantzpodcast Twitter/X: https://x.com/BurlyBantz Audio & Production Credits:A massive shoutout to LeekDuck and FlareBlaze for the amazing graphics and constant community support!Sound effects featured in this episode are provided by freefx.co.uk

  7. May 6

    Is Pokémon GO Fest saving live gaming events

    Welcome to the FULL, uncut Discord Exclusive edition of Episode 22 of the Burly Bantz Podcast! If you love the extra banter, this is the version for you. Today, we're tackling a massive cultural shift. The stereotype of the isolated gamer is dead. But with traditional eSports facing massive layoffs and virtual Fortnite concerts lacking that real-world connection, where are live events actually heading? We answer the big question: Is the massive, city-wide participation of Pokémon GO Fest (and the high-stakes madness of the Microsoft Excel World Championships) saving the live gaming experience? PLUS, because this is the extended cut, you get our entire unfiltered weekly catch-up! We talk about disastrous IKEA runs, Adam's birthday escape room failures, how to properly eat a Battenberg cake like an absolute savage, and we finish off the show with Joe's chaotic stories from the Italy DLC (Naples and the Amalfi Coast). Grab a Kraken cup, fire up those spreadsheets, and let's get into it! 🍔 Battle of the Boss Man:This week's Takeaway Review features Sofra Express Grill Kitchen stepping up to challenge last episode's kebab champion! 👇Jump in the Discord and tell us who actually does the best Kebab in Wakefield? Give us your recommendations for the next Boss Man Clash! ⏱️ Episode Chapters:0:00 - Intro & The XLOOKUP Hook 1:05 - Welcome to the Discord Exclusive & The Jadam Sauce 2:47 - The Weekly Catch-Up Starts (Kraken Cups & Milestone Subs) 6:13 - The "Fist Army" Van 8:29 - The Super Mario Bros Movie Review 10:36 - The Chaotic IKEA Runs (Missing Pieces & Mashed Potato Hot Dogs) 17:36 - The Algorithm: "New Tech" vs. Skills & 90s Soundtracks 21:14 - Adam's Birthday: Powerwashing & Harry Potter Escape Rooms 25:42 - Tapas Takeaways & The Battenberg Hammer Technique 30:02 - Flint & Steel, Gardening & Alan Titchmarsh 34:16 - Litter Picking & A Nathan's Gallery 36:44 - Joe's Algorithm (Scientology Speedruns & Jelly Toys) 43:18 - Main Topic Intro: Is Pokémon GO Saving Live Events? 44:26 - Traditional Festivals vs. Virtual Concerts (Fortnite) 52:03 - Player Name of the Week ("You Wet Wipe 123") 55:25 - Gaming News (Crimson Desert, GO Fest Mega Mewtwo, GTA V Money) 1:06:37 - What Joe's Been Playing (Arc Raiders Update) 1:11:12 - Main Topic: eSports Stadiums, High School Leagues & Saudi Money 1:35:00 - What Adam's Been Playing (Pokémon Leaf Green Living Dex) 1:38:54 - Ambassador Corner (The Campsite, Smart QRs & Go Fest Council Struggles) 1:51:02 - Main Topic: Pitching GO Fest & The Power of Exploration 2:21:01 - Meme of the Week (Sex Mayo vs. Joker Poo Poo) 2:24:54 - Takeaway Review: Sofra Express Grill Kitchen (Kebab Clash!) 2:40:23 - Main Topic: The Excel World Championships 2:48:32 - Off-Topic: Joe’s Italy DLC (Naples, Amalfi Coast & Chaos Europe) 3:06:50 - Outro & Final Thank Yous 📱 FOLLOW THE BURLY BOYS: Discord: https://discord.gg/XaBYjB9XJ7 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@burly.bantz.podcaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/burlybantzpodcastTwitter/X: https://x.com/BurlyBantz#PokemonGO #GoFest #LiveGaming #Esports #BurlyBantz #Podcast #TakeawayReview #ArcRaiders #GamingNews #ComedyPodcast #Wakefield #KebabClash

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Two loud-mouthed idiots with thumbs of steel and Wi-Fi in their veins dive headfirst into the wild world of gaming and internet chaos. From the hottest takes on the latest drops to deep dives into meme culture, digital drama, and pixelated nostalgia — nothing's off-limits. If you're a gamer who lives online, this is your new favorite noise. Grab your headset, jump on the sofa with us it’s about to get burly