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We did it—100 subscribers! Thank you all so much for joining the Sunset Selects community. To celebrate, Samson and Jordan are diving into the world of cozy games! We're talking about our favorites like Tiny Bookshop and Is This Seat Taken?, discussing what makes these indie games so charming.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Cozy Gaming and Subscriber Celebration

04:23 Tiny Bookshop

22:06 Is This Seat Taken?

28:30 Pokémon Friends

35:07 Dream Cozy Game Concepts: What Would You Create?

45:15 Celebrating 100 Subscribers: Giveaway Announcement

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Dive into the latest Nintendo Indie World Direct with hosts Samson and Jordan as they explore standout indie games like Mina the Hollower and Is This Seat Taken?. Plus, enjoy the engaging Cop or Drop segment where they make tough choices between gaming and pop culture favorites. From video game debates to indie highlights, this episode is packed with insights and fun.

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Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Nintendo Indie World Direct Highlights
02:57 Recap of Games Announced in the Indie World Direct
15:07 Final Thoughts on Indie Games and Future Expectations
23:41 Cop or Drop?!
01:00:03 BC vs Alberta: The Final Showdown

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What does it take to turn a childhood passion for Pokémon into a thriving business and community hub? We sit down with Jesse Peng, the visionary founder of Van City CJ, to explore the past, present, and future of the collectibles world.In this episode, Jesse Peng shares his incredible journey as a collector and investor in Pokémon cards. We discuss the deep emotional connections formed through the hobby, the critical importance of community, and how to strike the right balance between passion and financial responsibility. Jesse provides invaluable insights into investment strategies, navigating market cycles, and why the multi-generational appeal of Pokémon promises a bright future for collectibles.From the evolution of his own business to the innovative technologies set to revolutionize the industry, this conversation is a must-watch for collectors, investors, and entrepreneurs alike.Learn More About Our Guest:Van City CJ: https://vancitycj.com/Jesse Peng: https://www.instagram.com/jpengcollection/?hl=enDon’t forget to give this video a thumbs up and subscribe for more!CHAPTERS00:00 - Introduction to Jesse Peng02:54 - The Journey of Collecting Pokémon Cards05:55 - Building a Community Through Collectibles08:56 - The Emotional Connection to Pokémon11:56 - The Balance of Passion and Financial Responsibility25:05 - The Art of Buying and Selling Collectibles27:06 - Understanding the Value of Pokemon Cards29:47 - The Future of Pokemon Collectibles32:50 - Navigating Market Corrections34:32 - The Multi-Generational Appeal of Pokemon37:19 - Building Community Through Collecting49:09 - Vision for the Future of Collecting50:16 - Revamping a Community Shop52:53 - Passion Over Profit54:44 - Community Engagement and Giving Back58:22 - Advice for New Collectors01:02:41 - Future of Collectibles and Technology01:09:31 - Entrepreneurial Mindset and Problem SolvingSTAY CONNECTED:BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/growuplevelup.bsky.socialInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/growuplevelup/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@growuplevelup?lang=enFOLLOW SAMSON:BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/smsn.bsky.socialInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/samsonxp/Twitter: https://twitter.com/samsonxp_FOLLOW JORDAN:BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/sirdrjm.bsky.socialJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/Fmzgcxar5bSUBSCRIBE AND FOLLOW FOR MORE:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@growuplevelup⁠Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/growuplevelup⁠#PokemonCards#PokemonCards #Collectibles #VanCityCJ #JessePeng #PokemonInvesting #CardShop #Entrepreneurship #Community

GET VICTORIA'S NEW BOOK: MASTERING COMMUNITY MANAGEMENT: https://www.victoriatran.com/book

In this episode, we chat with Victoria Tran, the Community Director for the hit game Among Us. Victoria shares insights from her new book, "Mastering Community Management," and discusses what it was like when Among Us exploded in popularity, including playing with AOC and appearing on Jimmy Fallon's show. We cover her strategies for managing millions of players , balancing player feedback with the studio's vision , and avoiding burnout.We also touch on her work with the indie game fund Outersloth , Wholesome Games , and her role on the Game Developers Conference (GDC) Advisory Board.

Timestamps

[0:00] Intro

[6:21] How Victoria "fell into" the games industry

[8:48] What does a Communications Director do?

[18:00] How to decide which player feedback is worth tracking

[27:18] What is Outersloth?

[39:37] Victoria's new book: "Mastering Community Management" and Tips for becoming a better community manager

[47:28] Final advice

[50:17] Outro

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In this episode of Sunset Selects, we explore why Superman is a standout film with Samson's enthusiastic review. Special guest Dayton Cahill joins us to share his journey into music production and his top movie recommendations. From superhero blockbusters to hidden gems, discover the films that have captured Dayton's interest as he is a newer enjoyer to the hobby of movies.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction
02:01 Catching up with Dayton
05:51 Samson's Superman Review
17:49 Dayton's Evolving Interest in Cinema
59:13 Closing Thoughts and Future Endeavors

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🎙️ Welcome to *Sunset Selects*, a podcast series from Grow Up Level Up!In this episode, hosts **Samson** and **Lucas Gates** dive deep into what it’s like enjoying Pokémon as adults in 2025. From nostalgic memories to exciting new games, they explore how the franchise has evolved and why it continues to resonate with millions, especially among adult and neurodivergent fans.

They cover:

- The power of Pokémon nostalgia

- The growing TCG scene

- Community engagement and content creators

- What’s coming next in Pokémon: *Legends ZA* and more!

📌 Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Pokémon Nostalgia

02:35 The Evolution of Pokémon

05:33 Community and Content Creation in Pokémon

08:22 Exploring Pokémon in 2025

20:27 Evolving Gimmicks in Pokémon

21:17 Cautious Optimism for Upcoming Pokémon Releases

22:24 The Return of Mega Evolutions

24:28 Exploring the Pokémon Trading Card Game

31:28 The Pokémon Community and Its Growth

35:46 Final Thoughts and Recommendations

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Welcome to the next level of Grow Up Level Up!

In this special episode, we're excited to unveil two brand new shows under the GULU umbrella:

How We Play: Dive into engaging conversations with players, creators, and industry professionals about how gaming is an integral part of their lives and identities.

Sunset Selects: Your ultimate guide to the best games, shows, and stories to enjoy in your 5 to 9 after your 9 to 5.

Join us as we break down what these new series mean for the future of Grow Up Level Up and how they align with our mission to explore the intersection of gaming and life.

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Chapters

00:00 Reintroducing Grow Up Level Up
01:15 The Evolution of the Podcast
02:41 How We Play: The Original Vision
08:05 Introducing Sunset Selects
12:40 Logistics of the New Shows
15:00 Final Thoughts on the Rebrand
18:13 Future Show Ideas
27:11 Mini Sunset Selects Segment
33:27 Exploring Escape Academy
42:11 Fortnite Blitz Royale
45:16 Revisiting Uncharted 4
52:11 F1 Movie Review
55:59 Diving into Throne of Glass

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Curious about the next chapter for "Grow Up Level Up" and "Gamers Club"? Join us as we reveal the twists and turns of our podcast journey and hint at a rebrand that could redefine our future. What's in store? Find out now! 🎙️

Chapters

00:00 Celebrating Two Years of Growth

02:37 The Origins of Grow Up Level Up

05:11 The Evolution of the Podcast and Transitioning to Gamers Club

10:59 Creative Outlets and Personal Growth

13:34 Building Relationships Through Podcasting

16:25 The Future of Grow Up Level Up

19:14 Reflections on the Podcast's Name

32:49 Exploring New Concepts and Names

38:58 The Challenge of Rebranding

43:26 Future and Summer Plans

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In this episode of Grow Up Level Up Gamers Club, Jordan (SirDrJM) hosts from the sidelines as Samson and special guest Kozibear dive into their first impressions of the Nintendo Switch 2. They compare it to the original Switch, explore new features like improved Joy-Con connection, mouse support, and the revamped game capture system, and debate handheld vs. docked mode. Kozi shares his deep Nintendo history, while the crew breaks down the Welcome Tour, Zelda, and what games they're most hyped for. It’s a fun, nostalgia-packed look at what the Switch 2 gets right (and wrong) so far.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Nintendo Switch 2

05:30 Kozibear's Nintendo History

15:12 Expectations for the Switch 2

20:30 Performance of Switch 2 Games

27:42 Switch 2 Features and Improvements

30:56 Docked vs Handheld

39:55 Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour Review

52:28 Anticipating Future Titles on the Switch 2

57:08 Comparing Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom

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In this episode, Samson and Jordan discuss their experiences with the newly launched Nintendo Switch 2, sharing first impressions, hardware changes, and game features. They explore the launch day excitement, the ease of transferring data from the original Switch, and the new gameplay mechanics in titles like Mario Kart World.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

02:09 The Hype and FOMO Surrounding the Launch

05:32 The Purchase Experience and Stock Availability

07:10 Samson's Launch Day Story

10:10 First Impressions of the Switch 2

11:30 Hardware and Design Improvements

15:12 System Transfer Experience

17:58 Exploring the Switch 2's Features

19:45 First Impressions of Mario Kart on Switch 2

28:35 Future Game Prospects and Personal Preferences

33:25 Upcoming Games for Switch 2

42:56 Wrap-Up

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