Episode 23 begins in appropriately monastic style as Pete arrives with one of the most revered beers in the world — Chimay, the famous Trappist brew made at Scourmont Abbey. Brewed by monks since 1966, Chimay represents one of the great traditions of Belgian brewing: rich, complex beer made to support the monastery and its charitable work. Pete and Cliff explore the flavours of the blonde Chimay, its slightly fruity, malty character and why Trappist beers are often regarded as some of the finest in the world. Naturally the conversation drifts into ideal food pairings — cheese, mussels, roast chicken — and whether Belgian beer might actually be the perfect companion for a long gaming session.

With glasses filled, the lads dive into the Top 10 Best-Selling Computer Games of All Time, a list guaranteed to provoke arguments between console loyalists, PC traditionalists and anyone who still insists Tetris is the greatest game ever made. Massive franchises dominate the conversation: Grand Theft Auto V, Minecraft, Wii Sports, and PUBG: Battlegrounds all make appearances. The hosts reflect on how gaming has evolved from simple arcade puzzles to cinematic open worlds like Red Dead Redemption 2 and sprawling fantasy epics like The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt.

Of course, the list sparks nostalgia: memories of Pokémon Red and Blue, the cultural phenomenon of Guitar Hero, and the golden age of military shooters like Call of Duty and Medal of Honor, many of which drew inspiration from films such as Saving Private Ryan. Nintendo’s enduring magic also enters the discussion with Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, and the role of consoles like the Nintendo Switch in keeping gaming social.

The episode then veers delightfully into the strange with a conversation about UFO disclosure and whether governments might finally reveal more about unexplained aerial phenomena — now more formally known as UAPs. Pete and Cliff speculate on what disclosure might look like, whether humanity is ready for it, and whether the answer is likely to be as absurd as something from The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy.

Finally, the mood turns optimistic with discussion of green energy progress around the world — from expanding renewable infrastructure to encouraging innovations in sustainable manufacturing and design (including companies like IKEA investing heavily in renewables). Amid all the noise of global politics and conflict, Pete and Cliff highlight the encouraging signs that the transition to cleaner energy might actually be accelerating.

Episode Highlights

• Pete brings Chimay — legendary Trappist beer brewed by monks since 1966.

• Top 10 best-selling video games ever — from Minecraft to GTA.

• Nostalgia for classic gaming franchises and consoles.

• Speculation on UFO disclosure and UAP reports.

• A surprisingly hopeful discussion on the rise of green energy.

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