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Joysticks and Party Hats is a Podcast about Beer, Video Games, and anything else we feel is worth talking about. Each week we feature a new beer, video game news, and more. Check us out at Joysticksandpartyhats.com.
With E3 2015 here and gone, and it being almost a year since we recorded, why not get the gang back together for a reunion show. Mike, J Schro, and Devon do a little catching up, talk games, have a Polish beer that was OK and what show wouldn’t be complete without Dave flaking at the last second.
-Featured Music-
Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund
Spartan Song – NessLee
Hope for the Future - Sir Paul McCartney
Push - Lorde
See You Again – Wiz Khalifa ft. Charlie Puth
The boys of summer return from a long stretch of not shouting into the internet. Mike tells a tale of the Electronic 3, Shro pushes Denver Comic Con, and Devon met his idol. Batman, Batman, Batman.
-Beer of the Week-
Snapshot – New Belgium Brewing
-Featured Music-
Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund
Sarabande of Healing – Castlevania: Curse of Darkness
Outro – Single Ladies – Beyonce
Holy hell is next week going to be huge. With E3 and Denver Comic Con enslaving all of next week, the boys rap about what they think and hope they will see at the Electronics Entertainment Expo. If you want to meet Mike, J Schro or Devon, make sure to come to the We’ve Got Issues Vs. panel at this year’s comic con..
-Featured Music-
Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund
DK Rap – DK 64
Outro – Bulletproof – La Roux
With Dave and Turducken back from the grave, the boys talk Microsoft bombshells, Halo, Mario Kart, and Goat Simulator. We drink White Rascal and eat cake.
News, News, News. Boy is there a ton of news this week. We weigh in on Nintendo’s insensitivity, we discuss if we are more excited for more Pokemon or Call of Duty, we revisit last week’s topic, make some early predictions for E3 2014, and more!
-Beer of the Week-
Shake Chocolate Porter – Boulder Brewing
-Featured Music-
Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund
Chumbawumba – Tubthumping
Outro – Shewolf – Shakira
Slow week in news, but we get by. We talk Game Boy, Taylor Swift, and Game Fads.
-Beer of the Week-
Little Sumpin’ Ale – Lagunitas Brewing CA
-Featured Music-
Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund
Lose Yourself to Dance – Daft Punk
Outro – Jack Sparrow – Lonely Island Boys
This week we conclude the epic robot battle. We talk more robots with Titanfall on the 360. A new beer is tasted. Speaking of new, we talk about the new Borderlands Pre-Sequel.
-Beer of the Week-
Peroni – Birra Peroni, Italy, CA
-Featured Music-
Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund
Muppet Theme
Peace and Order By Force - Titanfall
Outro – I Don’t Care – Icon Pop
Do you hear that? That little voice in your head is played by Morgan Freeman, Kevin Conroy, or Gilbert Godfied, and it is telling you to download the latest episode of We've Got Issues. The first podcast on the internet with comic reviews for April 2nd 2014. Join J-Schro, Dnelstar and DanFank Doogie as they toss more comic news and reviews at you than you can handle.
Music Credits
Intro - Spider-Man Unlimited Theme by Jeremy Sweet
Life During War Time by Talking Heads
Viva La Vida by Coldplay
Outro - Animal by Neon Trees
Thanks for listening-JS
We talk Titanfall and Turtles, futuristic VR and Facebook, robot battles and beer. Tell your friends!
-Beer of the Week-
Face Down Brown Ale – Telluride Brewing
Wild Hare Pale Ale – Spoetzel Brewing, TX
-Featured Music-
Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund
Saints Row The Third – Saints Row: The Third, Volition
Outro – Continue – Metal Gear Solid, Konami
Can you ever have too much of a good thing? With more comics out this week than you can count on your fingers and toes, the comic minded trio wade through the stacks, hit all the news and ponder if you can really have too many comics on the shelves. J-Schro, Dnelstar and DanFank bring you their tenth episode of the only comic show with the power cosmic!
Music Credits
Intro - Spider-Man Unlimited Theme by Jeremy Sweet
Sweet 19 Blues by Namie Amuro
Sobb Story by Leaders of the New School
Romantic Cheapskate by M.C. Frontalot
Outro - Everybody Wants to Rule the World by Tears for Fears
Thanks for listening! - JS
We've got 52 problems, and a B&@#$ ain't one. This week the comic centric podcast talks about the issues the guys have with DC's New 52 Universe, presentation, and what they should do to fix it. All your comic news, and reviews for the week are here too, free of charge! Join Justin Schroeder as J-Schro, Andrew Nelson aka Dnelstar, and Dan Fankhauser or as the natives call him, Dan Fank on this episode of "We've Got Issues."
Music Credits
Intro - Spider-Man Unlimited theme by Jeremy Sweet
This Time Tomorrow by the Kinks
Cherub Rock by Smashing Pumpkins
I'm On A Boat by The Lonely Island
Outro - Tom Sawyer by Rush
Thanks for listening! - JS
It's been two long weeks and the Three Amigos are ready to shout into the internet. We froth over Titanfall, Devon gets his Batman on, and Mike makes bad eggs puns. We discuss our Comic Con Denver plans, hope to see everyone there.
-Beer of the Week-
Kingpin – Bridgeport Brewing, OR
-Featured Music-
Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund
What’s Yours is Mine – Monaco, Austin Wintory
Boss Theme – Guacamelee!, Rom Di Prisco
Outro – Uprising – Muse
It's Wednesday, so it must be time for comics! On Episode 8 of "We've Got Issues," the guys discuss all the latest news about TV, movies, and beyond! The comic stacks are plied high and they discuss the best and worst of the week. To wrap up the show, the trio discuss the moment that they became comic collectors, and not just casual readers. Join J-Schro along with Dan Fank and Dnelstar on their weekly trip around all things comics. PS Dubstep sucks.
Music Credits
Intro - Spider-man Unlimited Theme by Jeremy Sweet
Chacarron by Macarron
Doowutchalike by Digital Underground
My Freeze Ray (Laundry Day) from Dr. Horrible's Sing-a-long Blog
Outro - Vindicated by Dashboard Confessional
Thanks for listening - JS
On this weeks show, the guys discuss the unveiling of Batman: Arkham Knight, TV and movie news, and the new comics on shelves today. Join J-Schro as he recovers from Blaire's 3am, Dnelstar as he makes webpages look pretty, and Dan Fank as he crushes on The Punisher, all in this episode. They also discuss are you a Marvel, or a DC?
Music Credits
Intro - Spider-Man Unlimites theme by Jeremy Sweet
Nothing But Flowers by Talking Heads
Everything is Awesome by Tegan and Sara feat. The Lonely Island
Metal Gear Solid theme (Remix) by Konami
Outro - Happy by Pharrell Williams
Thanks for listening!-JS
After a longer than normal break, the guys come back. We talk about illnesses as if they were Pokemon, Devon talks about the best hot cocoa ever, Mike meets a voice actor, and Turducken falls down the Blizzard hole…like a monster. Topic of the night, what has video games taught us?
-Beer of the Week-
Batch 19 – Coors, CO
-Featured Music-
Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund
Blow Me Away – Halo 2, Breaking Benjamin
Outro – Empire State of Mind – Jay Z featuring Alicia Keys
This week, the guys, (J-Schro, Dnelstar, and Dan Fank) discuss news, a huge comic release week, and their personal lists of comics you should read or shoule have read. Does it bother you as much as me that the word "read" and "read" are both the same? I mean, reed and red aren't the same, but.... Yup, it's late. This show runs a bit long, but it is worth the download, or your money back!
Music Credits
Intro - Spider-Man Unlimited theme by Jeremy Sweet
Sweet 19 Blues by Namie Amuro
Metal Gear Solid theme by Harry Gregson-Williams
Outro - The Passenger by Iggy Pop
Thanks for listening!--JS
Wednesday means comics day, and this week the trio of J-Schro, Dan Fank and Dnelstar go deep into the new releases, news from Toy Fare and beyond, and discuss the alliteration that so prevelant in comic character names. Join us for all the comic book related stuff that you could want, and some stories and jokes that you may not want, but that you deserve on We've Got Issues Episode Five.
Music Credits
Intro - Spider-Man Unlimited Theme by Jeremy Sweet
Stuart by Dead Milkmen
I Left My Wallet in El Segundo by A Tribe Called Quest
Never Say Never by That Dog
Outro - The Ultimate Showdown (Of Ultimate Destiny) by Lemon Demon
Special thanks to Marvel Films for Guardians of the Galaxy
Thanks for listening - JS
On a special Valentines Day episode, join J-Schro, Dnelstar and DanFank as they discuss one of their favorite topics to date, Women. In the industry of comics and fandom, women are often objectified and very under rated. The fellas chime in with their thoughts on great creative women in the industry, the gender bias, and everything inbetween. Oh and the toss news and new comics reviews at you as well.
Music Credits
Intro - Spider-man Unlimited Theme by Jeremy Sweet
Penny Arcade Theme by MC Frontalot
Lovesong by The Cure
Vivrant Thing by Q-tip
Outro - Save the World, Get the Girl by I Fight Dragons
Special Thanks to Tegan and Sara featuring The Lonely Island
Everything IS Awesome
Thanks for listening - JS
On this week's show, the 3 boys (Justin, Mike, and Devon) talk about all the crazy rumors we have heard over the last week. We open the show with Marvel Puzzle Quest, J Schro talks about how to fall asleep on ice, we talk all things Nintendo, and Devon is off to New York.
-Beer of the Week-
Winter Warlock – Bristol Brewing, CO
-Featured Music-
Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund
Main Them – Super Mario 64, Nintendo
You Know My Name – Chris Cornell
Beautiful – Christina Aguilera
If you had just one super power, what would it be? Join J-Schro, Dnelstar and DanFank as they explore this topic, give you all the comic and comic related news you can handle and dig into some new titles that hit stands this week. With great power comes great responsibility, so use your great power and download this episode!
Music Credits
Intro - Spider-Man Unlimited Theme by Jeremy Sweet
New Slang by The Shins
Scenerio by A Tribe Called Quest and Leaders of the New School
Superman Theme (Jungle Remix) by DJ Sniper
Falling For The First Time by Barenaked Ladies
Outro Power of Love by Huey Lewis and The News
Special love to David Bowie in Labrynth
Thanks for listening!!--JS
On the week of the Big Sportsball Stickbat Championship of the Universe, J-Schro, Dnelstar and DanFank discuss the new comics of the week, all the news your life can handle, and Comic premises that would be odd as hell, if not for great writers that make them awesome. Punxsutawney Phil listened to this show, and he say six more weeks of awesome.
Music Credits
Intro - Spider-Man Unlimited Theme by Jeremy Sweet
Music bed - The same as last week, sorry time sucks and I am going to Michigan to Ice Fish, but I added Who Said We're Whack by Lonely Island at the end, kind of catchy and hilarious
Outro - The Ballad of Serenity by Sonny Rhodes
Thanks for Listening - JS
On this week's show we predict the future, well maybe the future of the games industry. Dave talks up Lococycle, Betty White gets another mention, we ask for your opinion, J Schro justifies his PS3 purchase, and we dream of games to be reboot.
-Beer of the Week-
Stranger Pale Ale – Left Hand Brewery, CO
-Featured Music-
Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund
Vectorman Theme – Vectorman, Jon Holland
Outro – Nookie – Limp Bizkit
In the first official episode of "We've Got Issues," J-Schro is joined by dnelstar and a special Marvelous mystery guest as they talk about what hit comics racks today, movie and TV news and the importance of an origin story to comic characters.
Music Credits
Intro - Spider-man Unlimited Theme by Jeremy Sweet
Metal Gear Solid Remix (Beatmania Edition) by Konami
Escape from Hellview by CKY
Outro music Kaboom by I Fight Dragons
Thanks for listening - JS
This week we celebrate Dave and Betty White’s 36 trip around the sun. J Schro pimps his new show, We’ve Got Issues, Devon makes the guys drink a bad beer, Nintendo is in bad shape, and we ponder what game developers we would make a monument for.
-Beer of the Week-
Omission Pale Ale– Omission Beer, OR
-Featured Music-
Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund
White Rabbit – Sucker Punch, Emiliana Torrini
Intruder 2 – Metal Gear Solid, Konami
Outro – Muppet Babbies
It was teased, it was discussed and now it happens. J-Schro ventures off like a lamb to the slaughter and presents his own show. The theme is Comics and the industry surrounding it. His team, composed of dnelstar aka Andrew Nelson and Dan Fank aka Dan or Fank, discuss comic news, new comics on the racks, and everything inbetween. New show, new format, same level of awesome!
Music nods
Intro - Spider-man Unlimited Theme, Jeremy Sweet
Bed music by DJ Z Trip and DJ P
Outro - I Don't Want to Wait, Paula Cole
Thanks for listening--JS
This week we bring you the Stickies, our first annual awards. We also go off topic about cheese wize, Steam Box, and other things we have been playing.
-Beer of the Week-
Censored – Lagunitas Brewing Co., CA
-Featured Music-
Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund
Taverns – Skyrim, Bethesda
Hopeless Wanderer– Mumford & Sons
Outro – Still Into You – Paramore
Happy New Year! We return after a much needed break for the holiday season with a bit of a reunion show. We assemble 6 of the original guys from the infamous E3 2006 trip and talk about good times. With our guests joining us from all around the world, we discuss pizza in Switzerland, drag in Japan, how we were on top of the world, and we wrap it up with a year in review. Make sure to check us out next week for or awards show, the Stickies.
-Beer of the Week-
Kirin Ichiban – Anheuser-Busch, CA
-Featured Music-
Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund
Tavern – Dragon Age 2, Bioware
Midnight City – M83
Get Your Ass to Mars – Frog Fractions, Twinbeard
Intruder 2 – Metal Gear Solid, Konami
Outro – Pop Danthology
On this week's show we discuss sick people owning you money, Nintendo doing something different with Zelda, movie things, and we give friend of the show Paul Rudd a call .We finally get to our awards, the Stickies. We talk categories, nominees and ask for your input. And as always news and site stuff. Write in to Theshow@joysticksandpartyhats.com
-Beer of the Week-
Winter – Alaska Brewing, AK
-Featured Music-
Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund
Taverns – Skyrim, Bethesda
Underwater – Super Mario Bro., Nintendo
Outro – Kids – MGMT
This week's show the gang talks about their favorite Christmas toys, we discuss Telltale Games, Dave has an audition, NPD numbers for the new consoles are out, and we tease the upcoming Christmas surprise.
-Beer of the Week-
Heart of Darkness - Magic Hat Brewing Company VT
-Featured Music-
Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund
Taverns – Skyrim, Bethesda
Power Plant – BCR, Simon Viklund
Outro – Lady Marmalade – Moulin Rouge OST
On this week's show, we mourn the loss of three beautiful men. We talk Spiderman and Wonder Woman, things get heated in the second segment in the debate over pro gamers vs. pro athletes, Dave has a rant, and everyone gives Turducken a hard time. Tell us what your nominations are for, our soon to be annual, Game of the Year awards, the Stickies.
-Beer of the Week-
Prohibition Ale – Speakeasy, CA
-Featured Music-
Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund
Taverns – The Burning Crusade
Traveling to the Vault – Borderlands, Gearbox
Koopa Troopa Beach – Mario Kart 64, Nintendo
Dragon Age Origins – Dragon Age Origins, Bioware
Outro – We Just Want the World – Eldren
On our dirty thirty, the whole gang is back…for a minute. We discuss the holiday known as Black Friday, we rap about what games we are thankful for, Devon shares his hunting story, and we tease a little holiday treat.
-Shot in the Back-
Black Label – John Walker and Sons, Scotland
-Featured Music-
Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund
Aquatic Ambience – Donkey Kong Country, Rare
Sleepwalking – The Chain Gang
Intruder 2 – Metal Gear Solid, Konami
Outro – We Are Young – Fun
With Devon hot tubing with his trophies, Mike dead in a car crash when his Xbox One took the wheel and Dave in a Mario Bros. 3D World induced coma, the show must go on. J Schro leads Turduken and E Boss down a path of system launch madness, wine tasting, and the issues of MMO addiction.
-Beer of the Week-
Shake Chocolate Porter - Boulder Beer Company, Boulder Colorado
-Featured Music-
Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund
Taverns – Skyrim, Bethesda
Uneasy Listening Vol. 1 - DJ Z Trip and DJ P
Crazy ABC's - Barenaked Ladies
Master Piece Theater Intro - John Williams
Outro – Party Rock Anthem - LMFAO feat. Lauren Bennett and Goonrock
With Devon remaking Deliverance, and Dave camping out a Montgomery Wards for a PS4, the show must go on. Recorded and edited in the home of J-Schro, Mike and Schro are joined by Turduken and E-Boss for PS4 talk, pick-up lines and the latest in gaming news. If the editing sucks worse than usual, blame J-Schro.
-Beer of the Week-
Moose Drool Brown Ale - Big Sky Brewing Co. Montana
-Featured Music-
Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund
Taverns – Skyrim, Bethesda
Track 7 –Vib Ribon, Konami
And We Danced– Macklemore, Feat. Ryan Lewis
Intruder 2 – Metal Gear Solid, Konami
Outro – Stay The Night – Zedd, Feat. Haley Williams
On this week's show, we remember a dear friend, J Schro's comic collection. We talk about Blizzcon, Devon’s hunting trip, our zombie plans, and what games don’t hold up over time. Write in to the show at TheShow@joysticksandpartyhats.com.
-Beer of the Week-
Old Jubilation – Avery Brewery, CO
-Featured Music-
Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund
Taverns – The Burning Crusade
Do They Know Its Christmas – Band Aid
One Winged Angel – Final Fantasy 7, Square
Outro – Tonight you are Perfect – New Politics
This week's show is a little Yin and Yang. Part 1 features Mike, Dave, and Devon talking about what they have been playing, What game they have tried and tried to get into, but cant, and the process of mandatory installs. Then there is part two. We celebrate Halloween with our first ever Cast-O-Ween Podcast party. In this segment, you are treated to a interview with Devin, a developer with Bolder Games on their upcoming game Astrogolf. Check out their Kickstarter.
-Beer of the Week-
Accumulation – New Belgium Brewing, CO
-Featured Music-
Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund
Taverns – The Burning Crusade, Blizzard
Derrezed – Tron Legacy, Daft Punk
Outro – Andy, You’re a Star – The Killers
On this week's show, Mike abandoned us to go chase some tail. We discuss our plans for the next gen launch, we get into our preferences on digital vs. physical distribution, Batman was just released so we discuss the first few hours of the game, and with Halloween around the corner we talk about games that scare us.
-Shot in the Back-
Russian Standard – Russia
-Featured Music-
Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund
Taverns – Skyrim, Bethesda
Main Theme – Super Mario 64, Nintendo
Library – Resident Evil, Capcom
Sweet Caroline – Neil Diamond
Outro – Wrecking Ball – Miley Cyrus
With the full gang back and accounted for, we bring you a much more normal show. We apologize for last week's train wreck, We talk about Ubisoft's recent move, we talk comics with NYCC going on last week, Turducken jumps on to sing the praises of Pokemon X/Y, and we bring you the first ever Kingdom Hearts or fat emo chick quote game.
-Beer of the Week-
Loser Pal Ale – Elysian Brewery, WA
-Featured Music-
Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund
Taverns – burning Crusade, Blizzard
Go! Go! Foreign Emissary– Frog Fractions, Twinbeard
The Moon – Duck Tails, Capcom
All Good Things Must End – Pokemon Movie
Outro – Only Girl(In The World) – Rihanna
Joysticks and Party Hats is filmed in front of a live studio audience. We celebrate J Schros 38th trip around the sun with a Crash the Cast house party. We talk about the return of Mike, Dave has a rant, and our sister podcast Master Bastards take over for a bit. Like the into states, if you are offended, it's your fault.
-Featured Music-
Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund
With Mike and J Schro out this week, we recruit a couple new voices to join the cast. We talk about Dave's science teacher, LoL, GTA V, a little bit more about Kickstarter, and we discuss those that need a hand up, not out.
-Beer of the Week-
Redd’s Apple Ale – Redd’s Brewing, Albany, GA
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Woodchuck Fall Hard Cider – Woodchuck Cidery, VT
-Featured Music-
Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund
Taverns – Skyrim, Bethesda
It’s Not So Bad – Dido
Awesomenauts Theme – Awesomenauts, SonicPicnic
Gouki Stage – Street Fighter Zero, Capcom
Outro – Applause – Lady GaGa
With Mike "gone" this week, Dave, Devon, and J Schro keep the show going. We talk about Devon's birthday celebration, Steam blew up the internet, we celebrate National Comic Book Day, and we all agree that GTA V is awesome.
CONTEST: Write in and tell us why you want to be on the show. Theshow@joysticksandpartyahts.com
-Shot in the Back-
Jameson Irish Whiskey – John Jameson and Son, Ireland
-Featured Music-
Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund
Threads of Fate – Threads of Fate, Squaresoft
In Your Belief – Asura’s Wrath, Capcom
Nilin the Memory Hunter – Remember Me, Capcom
Outro – Only If For A Night – Florence and The Machine
This is a very special show for your earbuds. Today we discuss the very serious topic known only as "The Purge" and all it entails. We also hear about Devon’s World End birthday battle plan, Dave's journey during last week's flood, and Mike and Schro say words about stuff and things.
-Beer of the Week-
Krononbourg 1664 Blanc—Kronenbourg Brewery, Strasbourg France
-Featured Music-
Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund
Taverns – Skyrim, Bethesda
End Title – Metal Gear Solid, Konami
The Ultimate Showdown of Ultimate Destiny – Lemon Demon
Cookie Day – Shonen Knife
Outro – Promiscuous – Nelly Furtato (Feat. Timbaland)
We come to you straight from the bottom of the ocean as we are flooded. Even though we lost Dave to the raging waters, the show must go on. We remember the Dreamcast, talk about this week's news, Schro tells us about how his roommate likes to be naked, and we tease next week's topic.
-Beer of the Week-
Orange Blossom Cream Ale – Buffalo Bill’s Brewery, CA
-Featured Music-
Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund
Taverns – Skyrim, Bethesda
Underwater – Super Mario Bro., Nintendo
The Hand That Feeds – Nine Inch Nails
Intruder 2 – Metal Gear Solid, Konami
Outro – 22 – Taylor Swift
After last week's mess, we heard the kittens and deliver a superb show. We talk the musical styling's of Joe Pesci and Macho Man Randy Savage, We talk the importance of Kickstarter, Dave confesses how pathetic he is as he starts to play a MMO, and we give Sebastian a proper sendoff.
-Beer of the Week-
Octoberfest – The Boston Beer Company, MA
-Featured Music-
Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund
Taverns – Skyrim, Bethesda
One Winged Angel – Final Fantasy VII, Square
Project Barracuda – Asura’s Wrath, Capcom
Dr. Wily Stage 1 – Rockman 2, Capcom
Wise Guy – Joe Pesci
Outro – Titanium – David Guetta (feat. Sia)
Well, this show was straight stupid. We try to talk about 90's live action kid’s show, games that set the bar, and crazy times in video games. We could try to pretend that this show is all kitty whiskers and unicorn tears, but the silly bus is off the rails and tumbling down a mountain of idiocy.
-Shot in the Back-
Espolon – Campari America
-Featured Music-
Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund
Main Theme from Final Fantasy VII – Square
Overture – Super Mario Galaxy, Nintendo
Outro – Teenage Dream – Katy Perry
On this week's show, we talk about Disney Infinity, we stress that you need to go play DuckTales, and how stupid Divekick is. We also talk about how importance it is to keep it short while buying games and our thoughts on Ben Affleck as the new Batman.
-Beer of the Week-
Pranqster – North Coast Brewing Co., CA
-Featured Music-
Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund
Taverns – World of Warcraft: The Burning Crusade, Blizzard Entertainment
Tundra Express – Borderlands 2, Gearbox
Toy Factory – Donkey Kong 64, Rare
Moon – DuckTales, Capcom
Introduction – Metal Gear Solid, Konami
Outro – Summertime Sadness – Lana Del Rey
On this week's train wreck, we talk about DuckTales, the length of Bro games, Bane reads an email, Devon strikes out again as we make a live call, and Mike brings back the vinyl section. And at some point Devon's mic gets muted, so sorry he sounds like crap.
We had fan art submissions; check out Joysticksandpartyhats.com for these sweet pics.
-Beer of the Week-
Full Sail Amber – Full Sail Brewing Co., OR
-Featured Music-
Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund
Taverns – World of Warcraft: The Burning Crusade, Blizzard Entertainment
Purple Comet – Super Mario Galaxy, Nintendo
DuckTales – Capcom
Outro – Let Me Love You, Ne-Yo
On this week's show, the crown is passed down, aka taken, as J Schro leads us on. We reminisce about old TV shows based on video games/comics, creepy clowns are feared, the magic of the medela pump is pondered on by men, and Devon's lack of female contact is pandered too.
You an aspiring artist? We reach out to the community for fan art of what you think we look like. submit to theshow@joysticksandpartyhats.com
-Beer of the Week-
Racer 5 – Bear Republic, CA
-Featured Music-
Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund
Taverns – World of Warcraft: The Burning Crusade, Blizzard Entertainment
Sanctuary – Borderlands 2, Gearbox
Evil Woman - Electric Light Orchestra
15 Acres of Broken Glass – Portal 2, Valve
Arms of an Angel – Sarah McLachlan
Crypt – Torchlight, Runic Games
Outro – Give Your Heart a Break – Dami Lavato
In this week's show, we talk about having lunch with high level Capcom Executives, Misunderstood Chaz makes an appearance, we talk broken promises, make a huge announcement, and I threaten Sebastian's life. Check out the website, www.joysticksandpartyhats.com!
-Shot in the Back-
Sailor Jerry – William Grant & Son, NY
-Featured Music-
Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund
Taverns – World of Warcraft: The Burning Crusade, Blizzard Entertainment
Fight – Brutal: Paws of Fury
Adele – Rumor Has It
Schala’s Theme – Chrono Trigger, Mathew Valente
Outro – Out of My League, Fitz and the Tantrums
On this very special episode of Joysticks and Party Hats, Dave, Sebs, and Devon recount the events of The Last of Us. We also discuss our feelings, awwwwwww. So WARNING, we spoil the whole darn thing.
Let us know what you think about the special show, our opinions on the game, or anything else on the website. Write in at Theshow@joysticksandpartyhats.com
Featured Music
The Last of Us OST – Gustavo Santaolalla
On this weekss show, we are joined by the lovable J Schro. We all have a great time talking about E3 of years past, glass boats, playing games on the job, and we get some digits on our mid-show beer run. I swear, this is the last you will hear us talk about Deadly Premonition.
-Beer of the Week-
Anchor Summer Beer, Anchor Brewing, CA
-Featured Music-
Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund
Taverns – World of Warcraft: The Burning Crusade, Blizzard Entertainment
Nodeland Dreams & Memories – Proteus, David Kanaga
Returning – The Last of Us, Gustavo Santaolalla
I Whipped Superman’s Ass – Wesley Willis
Outro – Call Me Maybe, Carly Rae Jepsen
In this week's show, we reminisce about our days in the porn industry, California Extreme is wrapped up, Mike tells us how raciest he really is, and we pour one out for the late Ryan Davis. Check out the website, www.joysticksandpartyhats.com!
-Beer of the Week-
Joe’s – Avery Brewing, CO
-Featured Music-
Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund
Taverns – World of Warcraft: The Burning Crusade, Blizzard Entertainment
Battle-Blanka & Zangief – Street Fighter II V, CAPCOM
The Friendly Faith Plate – Portal 2, Valve
Toad Town – Paper Mario, Nintendo
Boner Song – The Whitest Kids U’ Know
Outro – Giant Bombcast
We are back with more pinball/arcade excitement from the show floor of California Extreme. The Old Man has a “get off my lawn” segment, we talk odd things seen at the show, and we give our overall thoughts on the show as a whole. Sorry about the wind.
-Featured Music-
Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund
Pac-Man Fever – Buckner and Garcia
Outro – Space Invaders – Player One
Devon, Mike, and The Old Man chronicle the day's adventure at California Extreme Day One. We talk panels, famous people, and Metallica.
Mike and Devon Make it to the CA in one piece. While it's not a typical show, we try to provide you fine kids with something of value.
In this week's show, we finally give you the circle jerkoff story you all have been waiting for. I try to discuss The Walking Dead's 400 Days, but the clowns won't have it. We ask Dave to tell us about the numbers. And we rap about our top 3 of all time.
-Beer of the Week-
Union Jack IPA – Firestone Walker Brewing Company, CA
-Featured Music-
Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund
Taverns – World of Warcraft: The Burning Crusade, Blizzard Entertainment
Shark Attack – Treasures of the Deep, Namco
Ride on Sea & Frank West – Project X Zone, Namco Bandi
Just Dance & Bad Romance – Lady GaGa
Outro – Meet Me Halfway – The Black Eyed Peas
In this week's mess of a show, Sebastian decides to grace us with his presence. We kick around The Last of Us some more, we revisit our E3 predictions, and Dave gives us a little song. We still have some Torchlight to give away so let us know if you want one in the comments.
-Shot in the Back-
Buffalo Trace – Buffalo Trace Distillery, KY
-Featured Music-
Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund
Taverns – World of Warcraft: The Burning Crusade, Blizzard Entertainment
Dayglo Blues – Sega Power Cuts
The Pot – Tool
Outro – Die Young – Ke$ha
As Mike and I descend into a drunken madness, we try to talk about video games. Microsoft's sudden change of heart is batted around a bit. Ricky Ricardo's career is given a much needed node. And Dave rants about who knows, even Mike shouts about his true feelings. Check out the show to find out how to win free stuff again.
-Beer of the Week-
Steel Reserve – Steel Brewing Company, MN
-Featured Music-
Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund
Taverns – World of Warcraft: The Burning Crusade, Blizzard Entertainment
Take a Chance on Me – Abba
Boss Resolution – Torchlight, Runic Games
Outro – Afro Puffs – The Lady of Rage
In Part 2 of our E3 2013 spectacular, we conclude our thoughts on the show. Mike shares his experience with Fuse, Halloween cereals are audibly cataloged, and we divulge our plans for California Extreme. We wrap things up with odd places to jerk it. Tell your friends!
-Featured Music-
Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund
Player Select – CAPCOM Vs. SNK Millennium Fight 200, CAPCOM
Setting Sail – Bastion, Darren Korb
Title Screen – Animal Crossing, Nintendo
Outro – Suicide – Busy Bee
E3! This week we throw down a plethora of next-gen announcement news. We cut our first country album, dwarves riding unicorns are discussed, and we try to give away free stuff, AGAIN. We also try something a little different and split the show into 2 smaller, bite sizes of fun. So check out part two.
-Beer of the Week-
Vanilla Porter – Breckenridge Brewery, Colorado
-Featured Music-
Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund
Corridors of Time – Chrono Trigger, Square
Taverns – World of Warcraft: The Burning Crusade, Blizzard Entertainment
Nascence & Confluence – Journey, Austin Wintory
Outro – Bloody Tears – Castlevania 20th Anniversary
This week's show features friend of the show and host of The Circle Button Podcast Matt. We discuss the recent update from Microsoft about what to expect from the Xbox One. Dave talks Remember Me, male genitals are discussed, and we share our feelings about Kiefer Sutherland voicing Solid Snake.
Want to win some games? Listen to the show and find out how to win!
-Beer of the Week-
Summer Ale – Samuel Adams, Boston
-Featured Music-
Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund
Psychonauts Them Medley – Psychonauts, Peter McConnell
Taverns – World of Warcraft: The Burning Crusade, Blizzard Entertainment
Nascence – Journey, Austin Wintory
Outro – Vib Ribbon – Vib Ribbon, Vibri
Straight off Denver Comic Con 2013, we talk about Poison Ivy cosplay. Of course Deadly Premonition gets another mention. We relive childhood memories of gay robots. Another personality joins the show as Dave announces he is pregnant. Like games, check out Humble Indi Bundle. And we give a shout out to Bug! R.I.P.
-Beer of the Week-
Chainbreaker White IPA – Deschutes Brewery, Oregon
-Featured Music-
Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund
Clash of Destiny – Star Wars: The Old Republic, Bioware
Taverns – World of Warcraft: The Burning Crusade, Blizzard Entertainment
Giorgio by Moroder – Random Access Memories, Daft Punk
Abandoned Castle – Castlevania: Curse of Darkness, Konami
Outro – Lose Yourself to Dance – Random Access Memories, Daft Punk
Sorry for the late post folks, we'll have a real show up in the next few days, promise. But for now, we'll leave you with this little something we have been working on. It's not much, but it beats a hockey stick to the teeth.
In this week's show, we talk about Microsoft’s press event and the Xbox One, Resident Evil: Revelations and God of War Ascension. We also discuss terrifying shootings in Longmont, friend of the show Dan gets a mention and we sell you Kitten Mittens. Also check out our distant sister podcast The Circle Button, Matt is doing some good work over there. Download!
-Shot in the Back-
Fireball – Sazerac
-Featured Music-
Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund
Trial by Fire – Gears of War, Epic
Taverns – World of Warcraft: The Burning Crusade, Blizzard Entertainment
Enter the Shadow – Kameo, Rare
Mario and Peach’s Theme – Paper Mario, Nintendo
Outro – Friends Forever – Far Cray 3 Blood Dragon, Power Glove
With the Microsoft Press Event coming up soon, and E3 around the corner, we talk future console predictions. We laugh as Maury exploits the musical likings of little people, and we have an in depth discussion of Titanic. Also, our 4th member, Sebastian, decided to finally grace us with his presence.
Check out the site, Joysticksandpartyhats.com, we should have more news and blog posts added each day.
-Beer of the Week-
Hazed & Infused – Boulder Beer, Boulder
-Featured Music-
Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund
Friends Forever – Far Cray 3 Blood Dragon, Power Glove
Taverns – World of Warcraft: The Burning Crusade, Blizzard Entertainment
Corruptors – StarCraft II: Heart of the Swarm, the Skywalker Symphony Orchestra
Outro – My Heart Will Go On – Titanic Love Theme, Celine Dion
In this week's podcast, we talk about the inner workings of a veterinarian hospital, back yard cat fights, Far Cry Blood Dragon, and Sega money. Dave rants about how awful the Resident Evil movies are and we also swap stories about crapping our pants at work. So sit down, have a Jill sandwich and enjoy the festivities.
Next week we are looking to discuss what E3 has in store for us, as well as the Microsoft press event. We may even have a few “articles” on the website too. DOWNLOAD!
-Beer of the Week-
Avalanche Ale – Breckenridge Brewery, Longmont
-Featured Music-
Intro- Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – BCR, Simon Viklund
Power Core – Far Cray 3 Blood Dragon, Power Glove
Soul Road – Kof96, Atlus
Zeus Fleet 2 – Android Assault, Human Entertainment
Aquatic Ambience – Donkey Kong Country, David Wise
Outro - No Vacancy – BCR, Simon Viklund
Yay, we survived week one! In this week's show, we talk about Chris Hansen's fine work, false advertising in fast food, getting letters published in now defunct game magazines, Aliens Colonial Marines and much more.
-Beer of the Week-
Rolle Bolle – Fort Collins, CO
-Featured Music-
Intro - Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme - Simon Viklund
Pee-Wee’s Playhouse – Ellen Shaw
Halo 2 - Bungie
Bioshock Infinite - Garry Schyman
Outro – The Transformers (Theme) - Lion
It's here! Joysticks and Party Hats Episode Zero is available for everyone to stick in their ear holes. We talk Video Games, Beer, and all kinds of other silly shit.
Being that none of us have ever done something like this, we figured Episode Zero would be a good place to start. So please forgive us for not knowing how to talk into a microphone, edit audio, or be decent human beings. Don't player hate, congratulate.
-Topics of Note-
Bell's Palsy, Deadly Premonition, The Rescue of Pops Ghostly, Rant by Dave.
-Beer of the Week-
Deflagration Dubbel – Pumphouse Brewery, Longmont
-Featured Music-
Intro – Bionic Commando Rearmed Theme – Simon Viklund
Tron Legacy – Daft Punk
Setting Sail, Heading Home – Darren Korb
Megan Man 2 OST – Capcom
Bioshock Infinite – Garry Schyman
Outro – No Vacancy – JG Thirlwell