Call Me By Your Game

Ep.51 – Luigi’s Mansion 3 with Dalia Malek

To some, this might be considered a scary episode because to record it we had to enter a scary haunted hotel and save our friends. Luckily, we weren’t alone! This week we’re joined by comedian, rapper, and liaison of cool Dalia Malek to talk about Luigi’s Mansion 3 for the Nintendo Switch. And yes, Googi is as cool in person as he seems in the game.
On this episode Dalia tells Conner how frantically refreshing web browsers led to the miracle of her finding a Switch during quarantine, how Luigi’s scaredy cat nature is full of charm, and explains the fun of playing this game in co-op and using our hero Gooigi. Of course, Conner is sure to reminisce with Dalia about their early days of improv which feels insane that they were 5 years ago. This episode rules. It’s not every day you get a rapper on your podcast.
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Show NotesDalia Malek – The Interruption Show – Comedy in English – TwitterConner McCabe – @conner_mccabe (twitter), twitch.tv/conziscool69Produced by Jeremy Schmidt – Video Games: a Comedy ShowSocial – @callmebyyourgamepod (Instagram) @CallMeBYourGame (twitter)YouTube ChannelEmail – callmebyyourgamepod@gmail.comSuper NPC Radio – Patreon, Twitter, Instagram

Ep.50 – Warcraft III with Reilly Smith

Look, we know that video games can help forge strong friendships in the fire and brimstone of pixels. We also know that without another bud that there’s nothing to forge. This all makes sense, right? On this episode Conner is joined by old video game buddy and father to Odeon.tv Reilly Smith to talk about Warcraft III from 2002.
Reilly and Conner start out by remembering how their friendship was codified by their mutual excitement for the recently announced Nintendo Switch back in 2016 and how they are certain the Switch commercial during the Falcons / Patriots Super Bowl turned the fate of the game itself. Reilly also discusses getting consumed by Warcraft III and becoming a part of the Wuffle clan, talks about the RTS aspects of this game that made it addicting, and how despite the re-release being a disappointment it was not able to taint the legacy of the original.
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Show NotesReilly Smith – Odeon.TVConner McCabe – @conner_mccabe (twitter), twitch.tv/conziscool69Produced by Jeremy Schmidt – Video Games: a Comedy ShowSocial – @callmebyyourgamepod (Instagram) @CallMeBYourGame (twitter)YouTube ChannelEmail – callmebyyourgamepod@gmail.comSuper NPC Radio – Patreon, Twitter, Instagram

co-op Episode 6 – Spider-Man: Miles Morales

Happy Holidays everyone! As a special holiday treat Conner and a few of his buds recorded a bonus co-op episode for December. This one goes out to every single listener and is available right here. Normally these co-op episodes are exclusive to our DJ Toad Tier on out Patreon. So if you enjoy this and want more deep dives, you can check out our different tiers here.
Enjoy this deep dive into the recent hit Spider-Man: Miles Morales. We have an even split of folks who played the PS5 and PS4 version so you know you’re getting the best of both worlds. Spoilers beware! Former guest favorites Matt Apodaca and Edgar Momplaisir return to talk Spidey and we’re also joined for the first time by local hero Will Hines. It’s a true joy.
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Show Notes
Matt Apodaca – How Did This Get Played? – Twitter – InstagramWill Hines – Screw It, We’re Just Gonna Talk About Comics – TwitterEdgar Momplaisir – Twitter – InstagramConner McCabe – @conner_mccabe (twitter), twitch.tv/conziscool69Produced by Jeremy Schmidt – Video Games: a Comedy ShowSocial – @callmebyyourgamepod (Instagram) @CallMeBYourGame (twitter)YouTube ChannelEmail – callmebyyourgamepod@gmail.comSuper NPC Radio – Patreon, Twitter, Instagram

Preview: co-op Episode 5 – Shadow of the Colossus

Enjoy this preview of the DJ Toad-tier Patreon exclusive episode where we deep dive into the Shadow of the Colossus. Patreon tiers and info available HERE.
Unlike the subject of this episode, we shall not fall. We’re here with the latest co-op deep dive and oh boy is this a great one. Roxy Polk, Alec Robbins, and Cody Ziglar all join Conner to talk about one of the more revered games of all time, Shadow of the Colossus. Don’t you worry, we absolutely make time to discuss the Adam Sandler and Don Cheadle vehicle “Reign Over Me”. That’s why you’re here, isn’t it?
This episode’s crew of wanderers discuss different subjects such as how this game teaches you so much by telling you so little, how it actually makes the player feel remorse for toppling the Colossi, and of course our crew basks in the glory of a few favorite Colossi that stand tall (hehe) above the rest. It’s an absolute banger and we hope you enjoy! Absolutely check out this wonderful video from Jacob Geller as well.
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Show Notes
Roxy Polk – Twitch, Etsy Store, Patreon, Twitter, Lacuna Break web comicCody Ziglar – Instagram, Twitter, The Dark Weeb podcastAlec Robbins – Instagram, Twitter, Mr. Boop, MariologyConner McCabe – @conner_mccabe (twitter), twitch.tv/conziscool69Produced by Jeremy Schmidt – Video Games: a Comedy ShowSocial – @callmebyyourgamepod (Instagram) @CallMeBYourGame (twitter) YouTube ChannelEmail – callmebyyourgamepod@gmail.comSuper NPC Radio – Patreon, Twitter, Instagram

Ep.49 – Pokémon Snap with Charles Mockler

If in 1999 someone were to tell you a 3D Pokémon game was coming to the Nintendo 64, you’d be LYING if you said you hoped it was anything other than a Pokémon photography game. This week we’re heading to Pokémon Island and getting into some Pokémon Snap with the great Charles Mockler.
This week Charles and Conner reminisce on just how dang cool it was to even be looking at living 3D Pokémon back in the day. Charles also discusses how this game’s unique traits made it stand out as a kid, how Pokémon Blue was the first game that he got sucked into that wasn’t sports related, and shares how strongly he feels that this game was secretly made for Adults who need to chill out.
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Show Notes
Charles Mockler – Twitter, The New 20s podcast, Clippers Lockdown PodcastConner McCabe – @conner_mccabe (twitter), twitch.tv/conziscool69Produced by Jeremy Schmidt – Video Games: a Comedy ShowSocial – @callmebyyourgamepod (Instagram) @CallMeBYourGame (twitter)Email – callmebyyourgamepod@gmail.comSuper NPC Radio – Patreon, Twitter, Instagram

Ep.48 – Just Dance 2020 with Genetra Tull

Get your butts up and get ready to shake them among other parts of yourself because we’re dancing! How’s that for an opener? Pretty bad… I know. Anyway, we’re dancing for joy this week because we’re joined by one of the purest souls and best improvisers in the world Genetra Tull to talk about Just Dance 2020.
On this episode old comedy buds Conner and Genetra give the LA improv nerds what they’ve been begging for: close to 30 cumulative minutes of reminiscing about shows, teams, and people they love from the art form clinging to dear life. Genetra also tells the tale of how show favorite Oscar Montoya and buddy Daryl Jim Diaz introduced her to this game, how they would play remotely once the pandemic started, and how her sister gifted her a Nintendo Switch leading to some great Luigi’s Mansion 3 co-op.
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Show Notes
Genetra Tull – Twitter (@GenetraT)Conner McCabe – @conner_mccabe (twitter), twitch.tv/conziscool69Produced by Jeremy Schmidt – Video Games: a Comedy ShowSocial – @callmebyyourgamepod (Instagram) @CallMeBYourGame (twitter)Email – callmebyyourgamepod@gmail.comSuper NPC Radio – Patreon, Twitter, Instagram

Ep.47 – Counter-Strike with Kristin Thorson

We come to you on this blessed day with an episode featuring the true Summoner of Spira and fan favorite from the FFX co-op episode, Kristin Thorson. She does the listening world a favor by finally getting us to discuss a truly special game, Half-Life: Counter-Strike (1999).
Kristin discusses playing games at her badass biker grandma Pat’s home, how she learned a lesson from her family that if you’re not having fun playing a game that it’s a good time to set the controller down and return later, and how her friend Randall brought her into his counter-strike introduced her to what would be her group of friends through high-school. Very much a Sandlot moment, just with more gadgets!
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Show Notes
Kristin Thorson – Twitter, Twitch, YouTubeConner McCabe – @conner_mccabe (twitter), twitch.tv/conziscool69Produced by Jeremy Schmidt – Video Games: a Comedy ShowSocial – @callmebyyourgamepod (Instagram) @CallMeBYourGame (twitter)Email – callmebyyourgamepod@gmail.comSuper NPC Radio – Patreon, Twitter, Instagram

Super NPC Thanksgiving Day Celebration

While the world is currently in turmoil, and most of us won’t be able to celebrate Thanksgiving in a traditional way- we here at Super NPC Radio believe that shouldn’t stop us from celebrating the holidays in our own way. Conner and Jeremy have a pretty low stakes conversations about Thanksgiving, video games, and all of the things that make this little network special. Hosted by: Jeremy Schmidt (@ocarinaofcrime) and Conner McCabe (@conner_mccabe)

Ep. 46 – Super Smash Bros. Melee with Albert Andrade

Don’t even try to L-cancel your way out of this one! Grab your main and get ready for an episode destined for this podcast since the show’s inception. Today we’re talking about the iconic Gamecube mainstay, Super Smash Bros. Melee. We’re joined by YouTuber, podcaster, and improviser Albert Andrade for a joyful chat that you don’t want to miss. Even if our host was congested as all hell.
After hearing about what he’s been up to and his history with video games, Albert dives into getting consumed by Melee while staying at a two friends’ house for entire weekend, he discusses how Project Slippi has kept the Melee scene going during the never ending pandemic, and tells us about a Smash Bros. related love story that simply must be heard.
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Show Notes
Albert Andrade – Alby Player One, Heinously Uninformed podcast, Twitter/InstagramConner McCabe – @conner_mccabe (twitter/insta), twitch.tv/conziscool69Produced by Jeremy Schmidt – Video Games: a Comedy ShowInstagram – @callmebyyourgamepodEmail – callmebyyourgamepod@gmail.comSuper NPC Radio – Patreon, Twitter, Instagram

Ep.45 – Little Big Adventure 2 aka Twinsen’s Odyssey with Erin Smith

Do you like Odyssey’s AND Adventures? Well pal, you’re in luck because this game’s title features both of those words! Wowee! We’re joined by Iowa escapee, LA comedian, and editing legend Erin Smith to discuss the PC game Little Big Adventure 2 / Twinsen’s Odyssey.
Conner and his fellow Mach improviser Erin talk about how her dad just came home with the game one day and her entire family gave it a chance, how she’s revisited it several times in her life including one time playing it at a work space she was paying for, and how she loved it so much that she would roleplay as Twinsen as a kid on the playground.
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Show Notes
Erin Smith – Twitter @erinkellysmithConner McCabe – @conner_mccabe (twitter/insta), twitch.tv/conziscool69Produced by Jeremy Schmidt – Video Games: a Comedy ShowInstagram – @callmebyyourgamepodEmail – callmebyyourgamepod@gmail.comSuper NPC Radio – Patreon, Twitter, Instagram