Every now and then, a game comes out that is massively loved—featuring quality gameplay, a compelling story, and well-received reviews. But sometimes, there’s just one "problem"… the protagonist is a girl!

Having a female lead has become more common than ever—and rightfully so. It provides much-needed representation for women in gaming. Yet, for some reason, certain parts of the gaming community take issue with it.

Is this backlash rooted in sexism, or is there something more to it? Join Justin and Pedro as they dive into this heated topic on the latest episode of the LeisureHub Podcast!

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00:01:04 - Intro

00:05:07 - The Rise of Female Protagonists in Gaming

00:18:48 - Backlash Against Female Leads

00:42:19 - The Importance of Representation

00:57:36 - Accurately Conveying a Character

01:09:22 - Outro

Over the past decade, more and more gamers have seen their favorite games turned into movies or TV shows. Nowadays, it seems like every major success gets its own adaptation. Unfortunately, not all of them do well—but the ones that satisfy gamers’ cravings for more only help solidify these franchises as legendary.  

Join Justin and Pedro on the latest episode of the LeisureHub Podcast as they reminisce about video game adaptations that actually hit the mark. Butter up your popcorn and kick back for a fun discussion! 

00:01:04 - Intro

00:05:07 - Game to Movie Adaptations

00:18:48 - The Good, Bad, and the Iconic

00:42:19 - Some Adaptations Have Fallen Flat

00:57:36 - The Future of Game to Movie Adaptations

01:09:22 - Outro

Every gamer can spout their favorite games off the top of their heads at a moment's notice.  After engaging in your hobby and wanting to know more and more you start to pay close attention to the hands behind the iconic video games that you’ve come to know and love. Join Justin and Pedro as they highlight some of the top dogs in game development. They talk about studios like Naughty Dog, Bungie, Santa Monica Studio, and more! Buckle up and learn more about your favorite game devs.

00:01:01 - Intro

00:04:26 - Iconic Game Studios

00:28:41 - Uknown Games that Devs Created

00:41:23 - Game Difficulty & Accessibility

00:59:24 - Leisurely News

01:12:51 - Outro

Gaming has been around for 3000 years and has taken multiple shapes over the years. Everything from board games to drinking games to charades. But as of the last 70 years the form of “gaming” that we have all come to know and love has been the latest version to sweep hobby enthusiasts off their feet. Gaming has become more versatile and more accessible than ever before, and mobile gaming has been introduced. Join Justin and Pedro on the latest episode of the LeisureHub Podcast as they dissect mobile gaming and the mark that it has made on traditional gaming. Turn your notifications off and lock into the latest episode!

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00:01:09 - Intro00:02:56 - Positives/Negatives00:28:58 - The Stigma Behind Mobile Gaming00:47:57- Mobile Gaming Has Transformed the Industry 00:54:47 - Leisurely News01:11:32 - Outro

We all have our favorite hobbies that we enjoy with plenty of interesting rituals that we incorporate into them to make them our own. Hobbies are fun and therapeutic in their own right but when you add friends, dedication and even music into the mix, it brings a nuance that is unmatched. When you think of Hobbies like gaming and music, they seem like a match made in heaven. Join Justin and Pedro on the latest episode of the LeisureHub Podcast as they discuss music as an upbeat addition to gaming. 

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00:01:13 - Intro00:12:19 - Genres to Listen to00:20:09 - Different Games, Different Genres00:33:41 - Other Hobbies + Music00:45:08 - Leisurely News01:05:59 - Outro

Over the years, countless video games have stood out and transformed gaming as we know it. Alongside these iconic games came protagonists who have captured the hearts of fans everywhere. Grab your controller and fire up your favorite game, because it’s time to step into the shoes of your favorite video game character. Join Justin and Pedro as they share their all-time favorite game characters and discuss the impact these legends have had on the gaming community. 

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00:00:45 - Intro00:05:53 - Iconic Protagonists00:22:07 - Impact00:36:11 - Who Do You Best Align With?00:42:25 - Gaming News00:58:03 - Outro

Things just got weird… or should we say, interesting?! As humans, we’re always on the hunt for the next trending hobby to consume our lives. But have we ever explored theweird side? With an overabundance of hobbies to choose from, varying in skill, cost, and time commitment, the possibilities are endless.

Join Justin and Pedro on the latest episode of theLeisureHub Podcast as they uncover weird yet fascinating hobbies they’d consider trying—just for the experience. Tap into your weird side and tune in!

Throughout your life, you spend considerable time participating in your hobbies, and you often choose friends who share those interests. When you meet up with friends, you enjoy your common interests together. But then something changes—you now have a partner with different hobbies! Learning to split your hobbies with your significant other and show interest in their hobbies is something that everyone experiences at some point.

Join Justin and Pedro in the latest episode of the LeisureHub Podcast as they share their experiences of considering their significant other's hobbies. Tune in and connect with the pod boys on an intimate level ❤️💏!

Everyone has things that distract them from actively participating in their hobby. Whether it be money, responsibilities, time, or even disabilities! ADHD is a fairly common disability? that gets in the way of many people’s hobbies as well as other tasks. Join Justin and Pedro as they pinpoint some of the difficulties of having hobbies and ADHD. Remember to dial in and focus on the latest episode of the LeisureHub Podcast!

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00:01:00 - Intro

From high school to college, both educational paths aim to prepare you for the next step in pursuing a career. However, if there’s one thing they have in common, it’s that they don’t actually prepare you for the real world or even your next step in education. This is partly because every job is different, and you can never truly know what to expect. While college often prepares you for what a job may generally involve in your career, you’ll often end up doing something different. 

Join Justin and Pedro in the latest episode of the LeisureHub Podcast as the pod boys take you back to school. Grab a pencil and paper and enjoy!