Almost Better Than Silence

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An explicit comedy/video games podcast with guest interviews, conversation games, and more! New episodes air every Monday on all podcast platforms!

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Almost Better Than Silence episodes:

09.06.2021
ABTS-420: C-C-C-Combo Breaker
In this final episode of ABTS (Season 2), Doug thanks everyone for everything!
08.30.2021
ABTS-419: Hindsight Is 4/20
In this episode of ABTS, Doug and Bren discuss the games they've been playing, how Arby's has their own D&D; dice, Blizzard continues to make mistakes, plus they announce the show's first ever hiatus. Thanks so much for listening for...
08.23.2021
ABTS-418: Humanoid Androids Next Year!
In this episode of ABTS, Doug and Bren discuss the games they've been playing, Doug tells about his limited experience so far with Mario Golf Super Rush, plus we hear about Elon Musk's plans for household humanoid androids in 2022! Support...
08.16.2021
ABTS-417: Sexy Knuckles
In this episode of ABTS, Doug and Bren discuss the games they've been playing, Doug tells how he's finally finished painting the basement with his wife, as well as the fact that Idris Elba will be voicing (a sexy) Knuckles...
08.09.2021
ABTS-416: The Man, The Moth, The Legend
In this episode of ABTS, Doug and Bren discuss the games they've been playing, Doug tells about his new TCG obsession in MetaZoo, plus Bren tells us about current the pay-to-win aspects of Pokemon Unite! Support Almost Better Than Silence by...
08.02.2021
ABTS-415: Gaming By Numbers
In this episode of ABTS, Doug and Bren discuss the games they've been playing, why you shouldn't feel guilty for using a walkthrough, plus a promising new playtest of a tabletop roleplaying game called Icon! Support Almost Better Than Silence...
07.26.2021
ABTS-414: Birds With Swords
In this episode of ABTS, Doug and Bren discuss the games they've been playing. Doug goes over his recent Kingdom Hearts speedrun attempt, Bren tells us about the game Death's Door, plus they briefly cover the recent Blizzard lawsuit. Support...
07.19.2021
ABTS-413: Insta-Claw
In this episode of ABTS, Doug and Bren discuss fast food (briefly), the games they've been playing, plus how Steam is entering the handheld space with the Steam Deck! Support Almost Better Than Silence by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/abts Send...
07.12.2021
ABTS-412: Watershallow
In this episode of ABTS, Doug and Bren discuss the games they've been playing, Bren tells us how Waterdeep: Dragon Heist leaves a bit to be desired, and Doug tells about how his wife got a refund from Twitch! Support Almost...
07.05.2021
ABTS-411: A Stubborn Perrserker
In this episode of ABTS, Doug and Bren discuss the games they've been playing, Doug brings us up to speed on the latest Fall Guys drama, plus Bren tells us about the Chainsaw Man trailer. Support Almost Better Than Silence by...
06.28.2021
ABTS-410: More Warriors of Virtue
In this episode of ABTS, Doug and Bren discuss the games they've been playing, how Doug's been getting a lot of support on the Twitch channel, plus Bren brings up Warriors of Virtue again. Support Almost Better Than Silence by contributing...
06.21.2021
ABTS-409: XBOX Mini Fridge
In this episode of ABTS, Doug, Bren, and Matt Basta all discuss the games they've been playing, how Basta would like to get back into game development, as well as a recap of some games announced during E3! Support Almost...
06.14.2021
ABTS-408: Dodgeballs Deep
In this episode of ABTS, Doug and Bren discuss the games they've been playing, Bren tells us about his new Overwatch replacement, plus they recap Summer Game Fest 2021 as well as the first day of E3! Support Almost Better Than...
06.07.2021
ABTS-407: Swordslinger > Gunslinger
In this episode of ABTS, Doug and Bren discuss the games they've been playing, more on the tabletop renaissance, plus how an Among Us shaped chicken nugget sold for $100,000! Support Almost Better Than Silence by contributing to their Tip Jar:...
05.31.2021
ABTS-406: Anti Bird-Dating
In this episode of ABTS, Doug and Bren discuss their sleeping habits, how they've been playing more tabletop games than video games, plus some news like LED hairstyles! Support Almost Better Than Silence by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/abts Send...
05.24.2021
ABTS-405: Sad Fest 2021
In this episode of ABTS, Doug and Bren don't have a lot of games to talk about but instead Doug remembers his family dog who recently passed away and Bren brings us up to speed on Overwatch 2! Support Almost Better...
05.17.2021
ABTS-404: White-Eyes Blue Dragon
In this episode of ABTS, Doug and Bren are back discussing the games they've been playing, how Bren is juggling multiple D&D; sessions, plus how Doug is getting his ass kicked in a Harry Potter TCG online tournament. Support Almost...
05.10.2021
ABTS-403: No Yakuza In Nintendo
In this episode of ABTS, Doug and Bren discuss the games they've been playing. Doug tells how a streamer friend helped him get the Infallible trophy as well as the platinum trophy for Fall Guys. Bren talks about how there's...
05.03.2021
ABTS-402: Return Of The Noid
In this episode of ABTS, Doug and Bren discuss the games they've been playing, the success of the Doughboy's charity 25 hour stream, plus how Domino's weird mascot is back! Support Almost Better Than Silence by contributing to their Tip Jar:...
04.26.2021
ABTS-401: Demon Shaft
In this episode of ABTS, Doug and Bren discuss the games they've been playing. Bren explains the definitive ending to the Binding of Isaac, plus Doug talks about a bonus dungeon in Dark Cloud called Demon Shaft! Support Almost Better Than...
04.19.2021
ABTS-400: Spicy Spit
In this episode of ABTS, Doug, Bren, and Matt Basta all discuss the games they've been playing, we hear some of Basta's Hot Takes, plus they play I Was The Walrus! Support Almost Better Than Silence by contributing to their Tip...
04.12.2021
ABTS-399: But Why?
In this episode of ABTS, Doug tells how he's so close to finally beating Dark Cloud, Bren explains how he got a new character unlocked in The Binding of Isaac, plus they discuss the The Last of Us Remaster currently...
04.05.2021
ABTS-398: It's April Here
In this episode of ABTS, Doug and Bren discuss the games they've been playing, the current bet between them, as well as the Dynasty Warriors movie trailer! Support Almost Better Than Silence by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/abts Send us your...
03.29.2021
ABTS-397: A Glass Foot
In this episode of ABTS, Doug and Bren discuss the games they've been playing which is more Fall Guys Season 4 and The Binding of Isaac. Plus they talk about how PlayStation is closing digital stores for PS3 and Vita...
03.22.2021
ABTS-396: Assassins Suck
In this episode of ABTS, Bren is mad he doesn't have his stimulus check yet, Doug explains how he purchased more Harry Potter Trading cards, plus they discuss the games they've been playing, plus how we got a big raid...
03.15.2021
ABTS-395: Gaming Homework
In this episode of ABTS, Doug and Bren discuss the games they've been playing, we hear about Fall Guys season 4, the new addicting roguelike game Loop Hero, plus they go over some news topics! Support Almost Better Than Silence by...
03.08.2021
ABTS-394: Painfully White
In this episode of ABTS, Doug and Bren discuss the games they've been playing, how pale they are, plus some interesting news about Epic Games buying Mediatronic! Support Almost Better Than Silence by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/abts Send us...
03.02.2021
ABTS-393: A Post-Cyberpunk World
In this episode of ABTS, Doug and Bren discuss the games they've been playing, how the Doughboys were on Good Morning America, as well as the recently celebrated 25th anniversary of Pokemon! Support Almost Better Than Silence by contributing to their...
02.22.2021
ABTS-392: The Naked Darkness
In this episode of ABTS, Doug and Bren discuss the games they've been playing, the recent Nintendo Direct news, as well as Pokemon's solution to the recent TCG price increases. Support Almost Better Than Silence by contributing to their Tip Jar:...
02.15.2021
ABTS-391: Girl Scout Cookies And K-Pop
In this episode of ABTS, Doug and Bren discuss Doug's new obsession with a K-pop group thanks to his wife, Bren gives his review of HuniePop 2, plus they play Game Or No Game! Support Almost Better Than Silence by contributing...
02.08.2021
ABTS-390: Six Foot Tall Snowman
In this episode of ABTS, Doug and Bren discuss the weather, the games they've been playing, plus how a streamer finally completed a no damage run of Breath of the Wild! Support Almost Better Than Silence by contributing to their Tip...
02.01.2021
ABTS-389: Pink Food Lube
In this episode of ABTS, Doug and Bren discuss Kranch, Road House (1989), The Bouncer (PS2), the games they've been playing, plus news of a Harry Potter TV show in development. Support Almost Better Than Silence by contributing to their Tip...
01.25.2021
ABTS-388: Big Sexy, Little Adorable
In this episode of ABTS, Doug and Bren discuss the games they've been playing, how the tall vampire lady in Resident Evil Village is turning heads, plus another Harry Potter TCG update! Support Almost Better Than Silence by contributing to their...
01.18.2021
ABTS-387: Boomerang Tears
In this episode of ABTS, Doug and Bren discuss the games they've been playing, as well as the recent fan-made revival of the Harry Potter TCG (Trading Card Game)! Support Almost Better Than Silence by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/abts Send...
01.11.2021
ABTS-386: No Black PS5 4 U
In this episode of ABTS, Doug and Bren discuss the games they've been playing, why company SUP3R5 had to cancel all orders for their custom Black PS5s, plus the PogChamp emote is getting a makeover on Twitch! Support Almost Better...
01.04.2021
ABTS-385: The Bone Throne
In this episode of ABTS, Doug, Bren, and Mark all discuss the games they've been playing, Mark's wife gives him soup, plus we talk about a PS5 made of solid gold! Support Almost Better Than Silence by contributing to their Tip...
01.01.2021
ABTS-384: Very Bad Game In My Life
In this bonus episode of ABTS, Doug is initially joined by Kenny Rotter (Dumbbells & Dragons) and Pat Johnston (The Melting Pat) to talk games and play both Game Or No Game and a special edition of 10 Questions. Then...
12.28.2020
ABTS-383: Sayonara 2020
In this episode of ABTS, Doug and Bren say good riddance to 2020 as they discuss the games they've been playing, plus they play Game Or No Game! Support Almost Better Than Silence by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/abts Send us...
12.25.2020
ABTS-382: Best of Game Developer Interviews Vol. III
In this episode of ABTS, Doug and Bren give there commentary on past game developer interviews! Featuring: Furi (The Game Bakers) and Bound (Plastic Studios). Merry Christmas!
12.21.2020
ABTS-381: Spit Monk In The Indian Buffet
In this episode of ABTS, Doug, Bren, and Mark all discuss the games they've been playing, as well as some of the games that were announced at The Game Awards, plus they play I Was The Walrus! Support Almost Better Than...
12.18.2020
ABTS-380: Best of Game Developer Interviews Vol. II
In this bonus episode of ABTS, despite being veteran podcasters, Doug and Bren each have a rough time during this week's commentary. Featuring: Mitch Gitelman (Harebrained Schemes), and Chuck Carter (Myst, Eagre Games). Support Almost Better Than Silence by contributing to...
12.14.2020
ABTS-379: Tiny Trees
In this episode of ABTS, Doug and Matt discuss the games they've been playing, debut a new segment, plus we hear about some Pinecast updates! Support Almost Better Than Silence by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/abts Send us your feedback online:...
12.11.2020
ABTS-378: Best of Game Developer Interviews Vol. I
In this bonus episode of ABTS, Doug and Bren give commentary on game developer interviews they conducted 5 years ago. Featuring: Triangle Studios, Feist (game).
12.07.2020
ABTS-377: Plot Relevant Banging
In this episode of ABTS, Doug and Bren discuss holiday music, the soon to be released Cyberpunk 2077, as well as the games they've been playing. Support Almost Better Than Silence by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/abts Send us your feedback...
12.04.2020
ABTS-376: Living In A Podcast (w/ One Track Gamers)
In this bonus episode of ABTS, Doug welcomes back returning guests and friends the One Track Gamers! Together they catch up on what Jon, Cory, and Amanda have been playing, plus they play some I Was The Walrus!
11.30.2020
ABTS-375: Good Frustration
In this episode of ABTS, Doug, Bren, and Matt all discuss the games they've been playing plus some gaming news. Matt gives another Google Stadia update, Doug explains how challenging it is to revisit Demon's Souls, and Bren shares the...
11.23.2020
ABTS-374: You Are What You Eat (Weenyworms)
In this episode of ABTS, Doug, Bren, and Matt discuss the games they've been playing, Matt tells about how he got a Google Stadia for free, Doug explains his experience with the PS5 so far, plus we get a Pinecast...
11.16.2020
ABTS-373: Eggs With Legs
In this episode of ABTS, Doug and Bren welcome Pat Johnston (The Melting Pat) back to the show! Together they discuss the games they've been playing, how Twitch has been banning users over copyrighted music, plus Doug tells how he...
11.09.2020
ABTS-372: Proud Of My Platinums
In this episode of ABTS, Doug tells Bren about how he wants a PS5 now, Bren explains his love of the Digimon franchise, plus they discuss the Mass Effect Trilogy remake as well as the new game in development!
11.02.2020
ABTS-371: What's Up With Bugs?
In this episode of ABTS, Doug and Bren discuss the games they've been playing, a story about how Doug's mom brought home the wrong CD from Boscov's, plus news topics including the free games for PS Plus members in November.

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Almost Better Than Silence episodes:

ABTS-420: C-C-C-Combo Breaker

ABTS-419: Hindsight Is 4/20

ABTS-418: Humanoid Androids Next Year!

ABTS-417: Sexy Knuckles

ABTS-416: The Man, The Moth, The Legend

ABTS-415: Gaming By Numbers

ABTS-414: Birds With Swords

ABTS-413: Insta-Claw

ABTS-412: Watershallow

ABTS-411: A Stubborn Perrserker

ABTS-410: More Warriors of Virtue

ABTS-409: XBOX Mini Fridge

ABTS-408: Dodgeballs Deep

ABTS-407: Swordslinger > Gunslinger

ABTS-406: Anti Bird-Dating

ABTS-405: Sad Fest 2021

ABTS-404: White-Eyes Blue Dragon

ABTS-403: No Yakuza In Nintendo

ABTS-402: Return Of The Noid

ABTS-401: Demon Shaft

ABTS-400: Spicy Spit

ABTS-399: But Why?

ABTS-398: It's April Here

ABTS-397: A Glass Foot

ABTS-396: Assassins Suck

ABTS-395: Gaming Homework

ABTS-394: Painfully White

ABTS-393: A Post-Cyberpunk World

ABTS-392: The Naked Darkness

ABTS-391: Girl Scout Cookies And K-Pop

ABTS-390: Six Foot Tall Snowman

ABTS-389: Pink Food Lube

ABTS-388: Big Sexy, Little Adorable

ABTS-387: Boomerang Tears

ABTS-386: No Black PS5 4 U

ABTS-385: The Bone Throne

ABTS-384: Very Bad Game In My Life

ABTS-383: Sayonara 2020

ABTS-382: Best of Game Developer Interviews Vol. III

ABTS-381: Spit Monk In The Indian Buffet

ABTS-380: Best of Game Developer Interviews Vol. II

ABTS-379: Tiny Trees

ABTS-378: Best of Game Developer Interviews Vol. I

ABTS-377: Plot Relevant Banging

ABTS-376: Living In A Podcast (w/ One Track Gamers)

ABTS-375: Good Frustration

ABTS-374: You Are What You Eat (Weenyworms)

ABTS-373: Eggs With Legs

ABTS-372: Proud Of My Platinums

ABTS-371: What's Up With Bugs?