Parhaat Thumbs Podcastit (2025)

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Three Moves Ahead 626 - 2024 Wrap-Up 1:03:16

4d ago1:03:16

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Len, Mike, and Sin gather 'round to sing the praises of our favorite strategy and tactics games of the year, as well as trying to identify the ever-elusive narrative throughline.Kirjoittanut Idle Thumbs

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You Have a Lot to Learn About Pirates - Star Wars: Skeleton Crew ep 005 Review 1:00:53

5d ago1:00:53

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Send us a text Welcome to episode 035 of Chummy Thumbs! Join us for our in depth spoiler review and discussion of Star Wars - Skeleton Crew ep 005 Sit back and enjoy spending time with your favourite trio of Chummy Thumbs. - Shao takes the helm for this episodes discussion. - How did we go guessing who would say the episode title in episode? - Jod,…

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Three Moves Ahead 625 - Caves of Qud 1:22:20

8d ago1:22:20

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Len, Jon, and Mike are joined by Freehold Games' Brian Bucklew and Jason Grinblat to discuss Caves of Qud. In a world where rogue"lites" and rogue-adjacents have blown up, what is the niche of a true, traditional roguelike? We also dig into the procedural generation of its post-multiple-apocalypses world and dreamlike writing style.…

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Can't Say I Remember No At Attin - Star Wars: Skeleton Crew ep 004 Review 1:02:54

12d ago1:02:54

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Send us a text Welcome to episode 034 of Chummy Thumbs! Join us for our in depth spoiler review and discussion of Star Wars - Skeleton Crew ep 004. Sit back and enjoy spending time with your favourite trio of Chummy Thumbs. - Justin gives a quick recap of the episode before we launch in to our stand out moments. - How are we going with our bold pre…

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Very Interesting, As an Astrogation Problem - Star Wars: Skeleton Crew ep 003 Review 1:02:32

17d ago1:02:32

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Send us a text Welcome to episode 033 of Chummy Thumbs! Join us for our in depth spoiler review and discussion of Star Wars - Skeleton Crew ep 003 Sit back and enjoy spending time with your favourite trio of Chummy Thumbs. - Did any of our bold predictions come true? Short answer. Yes! - Our discussion goes deep in to theories again. - Is Jod actua…

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Way, Way Out Past the Barrier - Star Wars: Skeleton Crew ep 002 Review 1:00:15

22d ago1:00:15

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Send us a text Welcome to episode 032 of Chummy Thumbs! Join us for our in depth spoiler review and discussion of Star Wars - Skeleton Crew ep 002 Sit back and enjoy spending time with your favourite trio of Chummy Thumbs. - We get straight into it, a shorter episode so why wait! - Shao offers a quick overview of the episode. - We briefly touch on …

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This Could Be a Real Adventure - Star Wars: Skeleton Crew ep 001 Review 56:38

24d ago56:38

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Send us a text Welcome to episode 031 of Chummy Thumbs! Join us for the first review episode of the newest installment into the Star Wars universe. Star Wars - Skeleton Crew Sit back and enjoy our in depth spoiler review and discussion from your favourite trio of Chummy Thumps. - We discuss the themes, easter eggs, characters and so much more. - Wh…

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Follow the White Rabbit, it will lead you from the Matrix. 1:13:41

1M ago1:13:41

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Send us a text Welcome to episode 030 of Chummy Thumbs! Join us for the next episode where we dissect and analyse the Matrix (1999). So sit back and enjoy our indepth discussion from your favourite trio of Chummy Thumps. - How well does a sci-fi action film from 25 years ago hold up today? - If given the same choice of knowing the truth or staying …

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Three Moves Ahead 624 - What Else Are We Playing: November 2024 1:21:47

1M ago1:21:47

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Len is joined by Nerium Strom, Mike Williams, and Sin Vega for a round-table of What Else Are We Playing? From weird surreal horror to Factorio and Cities: Skylines 2, it's a chill chat for a chilly month on our production calendar.Kirjoittanut Idle Thumbs

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Welcome, Souls. To the Great Before. 1:10:00

1M ago1:10:00

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Send us a text Welcome to episode 029 of Chummy Thumbs! Join us for the newest episode where we dissect and analyse the Pixar film 'Soul' (2020). So sit back and enjoy our in depth discussion from your favourite trio of chummy thumps. - Hayden gives a brief review having watched it for the first time. - Justin explains how he show it differently on…

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I Recall That, Totally! 1:04:41

1M ago1:04:41

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Send us a text Welcome to episode 028 of Chummy Thumbs! Join us for the next episode where we dissect and analyse the 2012 film 'Total Recall. The one staring Colin Farrell (Not Arnold Schwarzenegger). So sit back and enjoy the humorous ramblings and film discussion from your favourite trio of chummy thumps. - We start of discussing the most import…

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Move Over Halloween It's Christmas Time 1:05:38

2M ago1:05:38

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Send us a text Welcome to episode 027 of Chummy Thumbs! Join us for a new episode where jump straight to the next on the next big holiday. Christmas. We to jump on the Mariah Carey train and move to Christmas mode as soon as Halloween passes. So sit back and enjoy the humorous ramblings of your favourite trio of chummy thumps. - We start of discuss…

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Designer Notes 86: Anton Strenger 3:06:23

2M ago3:06:23

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In this episode, Soren interviews Anton Strenger, best known for his work on Civilization 5, Civilization 6, and Beyond Earth. They discuss how he ended up paying Carnegie Mellon so that he could work at Firaxis, why there aren’t many Great People after 1900, and whether Civilization has secretly become a live-service game. This episode was recorde…

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The One That Comes On All Hallows Eve 1:01:43

2M ago1:01:43

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Send us a text Welcome to episode 026 of Chummy Thumbs! Join us for a new episode on the spookiest night of the year All Hallows Eve... We decided to release this episode on the actual night, so sit back and enjoy the weird and spooky ramblings of your favourite trio of chummy thumps. - When did we first start watching horror films? What makes us t…

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The Jokers Among Us 1:09:01

2M ago1:09:01

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Send us a text Welcome to episode 025 of Chummy Thumbs! Join us for our quarter century episode, and what better way to do it then discussing the Crown Prince himself; the Joker! We all love a good game, our competitive nature comes out in good fun with Justin's "who said the line". Joker Edition. - Why has Hayden still not watched Joker (2019) yet…

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Is Seinfeld the Standard? 1:06:37

3M ago1:06:37

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Send us a text Welcome to episode 024 of Chummy Thumbs! Join us for a new episode of hilarious discussion. As we wagered in the last episode; Hayden leads the show in with his first attempt at Stand Up Comedy (followed by Shao and then Justin). We go in to our main commentary on Seinfeld, the show and the comedian himself. - In honor of Seinfeld we…

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Three Moves Ahead 623 - Frostpunk 2 1:14:44

3M ago1:14:44

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Len is joined by Father Lorris and Sin Vega to discuss Frostpunk 2, the long-awaited sequel to the quintessential survival city-builder. We discuss where it hits and where it misses, with a particular focus on the strengths of the original that it fails to recapture by zooming out further.Kirjoittanut Idle Thumbs

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The Delightful Intersection of Comedy and Cinema 1:28:38

3M ago1:28:38

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Send us a text Welcome to episode 023 of Chummy Thumbs! Join us for a new episode of entertaining discussion; this one focusing on the transition of comedian to movie star (Jim Carrey to be specific). - What have the pop culture and social ramifications been of growing up with Jim Carrey and his films? - We discuss the high highs and the lows of wh…

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Will Heisting Make Us Attractive? 1:00:00

3M ago1:00:00

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Send us a text Welcome to episode 022 of Chummy Thumbs! Join us for a new episode of hilarious discussion; this time around... heists. - Shao requests you join us today to talk about one of his all time favourite movies; Oceans 11. - Making thieves look cool, this is what makes us all attracted to this film. - Shao, Justin and Hayden discuss who th…

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Designer Notes 85: Zach Barth - Part 2 2:30:32

3M ago2:30:32

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In this episode, Soren interviews independent game developer Zach Barth, best known for his puzzle games, including SpaceChem, Infinifactory, Shenzhen I/O, and Opus Magnum. They discuss why he made a game about assembly language, how he guaranteed that Fortune’s Foundation is winnable, and whether he knows how to make fun games. This episode was re…

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Three Moves Ahead 622 - Tactical Breach Wizards 1:15:38

3M ago1:15:38

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Len and Rowan are joined by games writer Kris Lorischild to discuss Tactical Breach Wizards. We discuss how rare it is for a game to be this funny on purposes, as opposed to from the chaotic intersection of procedural systems, how it creates rewarding tactical puzzles with simple ingredients, and... Metal Gear?!…

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Stand Up To Go Down 1:03:00

3M ago1:03:00

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Send us a text Welcome to episode 021 of Chummy Thumbs! Join us for a new episode; new format; same energy and humour. - Hayden, Justin and Shao, all come from creative film back grounds, this is where we'll live. - Stand up comedy, Shao and Justin discuss as actors if they'd give this a try.- How to navigate more intimate scenes, what is your proc…

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What Would You Do If No One Ever Really Knew 43:40

4M ago43:40

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Send us a text Welcome to episode 020 of Chummy Thumbs! Join us for this milestone episode; this time around...we change it up. Going forward you may notice a change in format. The discussion; still hilarious. The direction and structure; more focused. - Hayden, Justin and Shao, all come from creative film back grounds lets dig in to this some more…

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Edward Scissorhands - Thumbs Up Or Down? You Decide Episode 32 1:24:34

4M ago1:24:34

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Originally recorded last year, in celebration of The Nightmare Before Christmas turning 30 years old, but now it's uploaded in celebration of Beetlejuice Beetlejuice finally being released in theaters.Kirjoittanut Eric Turpel and Melissa Leach

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I Want to Believe 55:14

4M ago55:14

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Send us a text Welcome to episode 019 of Chummy Thumbs! Join us for another episode of hilarious discussion; this time around...Conspiracy Theories: - Hayden asks Justin and Shao, what race/ethnicity would Scooby Doo be if he was human? - Shao goes in on the first conspiracy surrounding the Titanic. - Flat Earth, what would it be like to walk to th…

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You Know What's Funny Is Never Actually Funny! 54:55

4M ago54:55

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Send us a text Welcome to episode 018 of Chummy Thumbs! Join us for another episode of hilarious discussion: - We all come from film & tv backgrounds, we start this discussion off on our approaches to our work. - Justin and Shao build up Hayden's ego with their kind words on his skills as a writer. - Hayden pulls out a wallet that would put George …

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Designer Notes 84: Zach Barth - Part 1 2:39:31

4M ago2:39:31

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In this episode, Soren interviews independent game developer Zach Barth, best known for his puzzle games, including SpaceChem, Infinifactory, Shenzhen I/O, and Opus Magnum. They discuss why he never originally wanted to make money on his games, why puzzle games are terrible, and whether he has ever played Minecraft. This episode was recorded on Sep…

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Three Moves Ahead 621 - The Return of MicroProse 1:06:51

4M ago1:06:51

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Len is joined this week by David Lagettie, CEO of the resurrected MicroProse. We share some of our own MicropProse memories, and discuss what makes a MicroProse game, as well as why David chose this brand to bring back from oblivion.Kirjoittanut Idle Thumbs

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Get To Know Us: Justin Edition 45:29

4M ago45:29

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Send us a text Welcome to episode 017 of Chummy Thumbs! Join us for another episode of hilarious discussion: - "I Saved The King" Clan Turnbull and the origins of the name. - Having crazy dreams and making the move to do film related adventures in Vancouver. - Break Shoes and Blorts - What crazy inventions did Justin come up with in his younger yea…

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Three Moves Ahead 620 - Fined by the Pope (EU5 Megacast 5 Preview) 30:56

4M ago30:56

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This is a free preview of this month's Patreon episode. Check out the extended version at Patreon.com/3ma!Len, Lambert, and FatherLorris continue their ongoing beef with the Holy See while discussing Europa Universalis 5 dev diaries primarily focused on warfare. We're not even doing jokes about how long these are anymore. That's so early 2024. It's…

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You Can Get a PhD in What Now? 55:11

5M ago55:11

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Send us a text Welcome to episode 016 of Chummy Thumbs! Join us for another episode of hilarious discussion: - The great Emu War of Australia - PhD in Belly Button Lint... you better believe that its a real thing! - Break Dancing (Breaking) had its debut at the Olympics, Shao discusses some controversial moments. - What sports are coming to the nex…

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Three Moves Ahead 619 - Total War: Pharaoh Dynasties 1:22:59

5M ago1:22:59

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Len is joined by Aftermath's Luke Plunkett and Dr. Bret Devereaux to discuss Total War: Pharaoh's expansive Dynasties glow-up. We dig into the sources that are and aren't available for Bronze Age warfare, how the latest historical Total War feels now with all the bells and whistles, and whether or not Creative Assembly's grand apology tour might be…

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Olympics and Aliens Exist? 58:07

5M ago58:07

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Send us a text Welcome to episode 015 of Chummy Thumbs! Join us for another episode of hilarious discussion: - The Olympics had us all ensnared in its fantastic web. Here we discuss some of our most memorable moments. - We get to experience what it's like with an on hand fact checker courtesy of Andre (Thank you!) - What's a rusty trombone? - Do Al…

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Get To Know Us: Shaopin Edition 38:27

5M ago38:27

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Send us a text Welcome to episode 014 of Chummy Thumbs! Join us for the second of its kind, the next instalment of the get to know us series: - We continue with our the first of our two Canadian hosts, Shaopin Tsui. - From Vancouver to Hong Kong and back again. - What was the spark that ignited Shao's journey into the art of acting? - Inspirations,…

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What's an E-Dicks & Who's Your James Bond? 56:12

5M ago56:12

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Send us a text Welcome to episode 013 of Chummy Thumbs! Join us for more hilarious discussions: - Tea Bags quotes go to an all new level as Hayden brings a surprise for Justin and Shao. - Six degrees of separation, movie edition. The team tries to link two actors in as few moves as possible. - Who is the best to portray James Bond; Justin shares hi…

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Get Know Us: Hayden Edition 44:20

5M ago44:20

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Send us a text Welcome to episode 012 of Chummy Thumbs! Join us for the first of its kind, the get to know us series: - We begin with our Australian host, Hayden Woodhead. - Tales of engagement proposals, the events of the day and how they don't ever go how you think they will in your mind. - Insights into how it was growing up in Australia, parent…

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Three Moves Ahead 618 - Workers & Resources 1.0 1:29:50

6M ago1:29:50

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Len and Jon are joined by Sin Vega and Well There's Your Problem's Justin Roczniak (donoteat01) to revisit Workers & Resources: Soviet Republic for its 1.0 release. We discuss what's changed and been added since we last checked it out in Early Access, why it's so captivating, and who it's actually for.…

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Who Do You Think You Are I Am! 43:48

6M ago43:48

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Send us a text Welcome to episode 011 of Chummy Thumbs! Join us for the most epic raps you've ever heard:- Justin bait and switches your ear holes. - Shao goes from HomeKong to the streets of Vancouver. - Hayden tries to make fun of himself. Do we keep it together? Maybe....Listen and laugh with us as we dive into these new experiences head first!K…

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D&D and Poetry; From a Bunch of Romantics 45:31

6M ago45:31

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Send us a text Welcome to episode 010 of Chummy Thumbs! Join us for more hilarious discussions:- Justin recounts his near misses with messing his pants while getting a massage. - DnD, who's a fan and who's not? Shao dives into his latest campaign escapades.- Emily Dickinson, where are her fans at? Hayden reads an exert of 'Bring me the sunset in a …

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Appropriation or Appreciation... 41:53

6M ago41:53

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Send us a text Welcome to episode 009 of Chummy Thumbs! Join us for hilarious and somewhat semi-serious discussions ranging from: - Cultural appropriation or cultural appreciation? Justin, Shao and Hayden all offer up their initial feelings towards it. - Is it an opportunity to learn if done innocently, but not to everyone's liking? - Fun with acce…

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Three Moves Ahead 617 - Down the Well (EU5 Megacast 4 Preview) 32:51

6M ago32:51

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This is a free preview of this month's Patreon episode. Check out the extended version at Patreon.com/3ma!Len, Lambert, and Lorris get in and out of this month's deluge of dev diaries in a downright snappy three hours, despite nitpicking EU5's depiction of the British Isles for long enough to kill a non-map gamer. Please be cautious when listening …

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The Butts Episode 46:26

6M ago46:26

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Send us a text Welcome to episode 008 of Chummy Thumbs! Join us for a hilarious discussion ranging from: - Do you sit down or stand up to pee? Justin, Shao and Hayden all offer up whether they are one or the other. - Justin loves a good slice of paper towel to wipe himself clean. - Are you a cloud (scrunch) wiper, mummy wiper, or fold wiper? It's 2…

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Three Moves Ahead 616 - The Future of Anbennar and EU5 1:30:08

7M ago1:30:08

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Len, Lorris, and Lambert sat down with JayBean, the creator of the popular Anbennar fantasy total conversion mods for Europa Universalis 4, Crusader Kings 3, and Victoria 3. We asked him what he's most excited about from what we've seen of EU5 so far, what changes he might make to the mod with these new systems, and how Paradox Tinto can better sup…

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Sizzle Sausages & Hills Hoists 1:02:10

7M ago1:02:10

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Send us a text Welcome to episode 007 of Chummy Thumbs! Join us for a hilarious discussion ranging from inaccurate historical titbits to mini golf skills. - Do you support other teams: Justin and Shao give their opinions on whether they would support the team that beat their team in finals hockey. - Theories from Hayden: Why are young Australians s…

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Three Moves Ahead 615 - Homeworld 3 1:11:46

7M ago1:11:46

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Len, Luke, and Ian warp in to discuss Homeworld 3, a space strategy sequel more than two decades in the making. We discuss its use of space terrain, the more intimate storytelling in the campaign, the co-op Wargames mode, and what it has and hasn't preserved from its pantheonic predecessors.Kirjoittanut Idle Thumbs

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Misadventures and Frustrations 43:47

7M ago43:47

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Send us a text Welcome to episode 006 of Chummy Thumbs! Join us for a hilarious ride through travel misadventures and cultural quirks. Devil's Inch: Justin demonstrates this cheeky concept. Who really did it first? Thailand Adventures: Shao shares wild stories from ping pong trips in Thailand. Amsterdam Escapades: Hayden recounts unforgettable mome…

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Designer Notes 83: Mitch Lasky - Part 2 1:54:05

7M ago1:54:05

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In this episode, Soren interviews noted game investor Mitch Lasky, best known for his work as a venture capitalist at Benchmark, as the CEO of JAMDAT, and as an executive at Activision and Electronic Arts. They discuss how the industry’s business models have always affected design, why he was wrong about the Halloween pack ruining League of Legends…

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What do Martial Arts, Tea Bags and Blue Angels have in common? 51:00

7M ago51:00

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Send us a text Welcome to episode 005 of Chummy Thumbs. - Did you ever quit a job in epic fashion? - Tea bag affirmation, sure we have one of those? Any tea bagging adventures, we've go that too! - Shao explains a 'Blue Angel" for everyone. - Bruce Lee, Jackie Chan, Hayden's Dad. - The Camel dating improv bit that has us all in stiches. It's full o…

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Three Moves Ahead 614 - To Four Hours... And Beyond! (EU5 Megacast 3 Preview) 32:29

7M ago32:29

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This is a free preview of this month's Patreon episode. Check out the extended version at Patreon.com/3ma!Len, Lambert, and Lorris are here to explore the question of how long a podcast about an unreleased game can be before someone in our lives physically intervenes. We not only have Tinto Talks and the Johan Files to cover, but now Tinto Maps, Sa…

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The Great Hotdog Debate 55:04

7M ago55:04

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Send us a text Welcome to episode 004 of Chummy Thumbs. The Great Hotdog Debate! We also venture into whether we could pass the Canadian Citizenship test? Hockey versus Soccer, what side are you on? Can Shao sell you on sausage sizzle?It's full of all this and more, so come laugh at and with us as we discuss!Keep on Thumbin' *More Chummy Thumbs can…

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