Episode 29

This episode is purely dedicated to the Wii U as its just turned 10 years old! Josh is joined by Drew from The House of Mario as they go over what worked (and mostly didn't) with the Wii U. They talk the games they loved, the launch, sales, the unique features and the amazing Virtual Console in the 90 minute discussion.

Our Guest!

You can find Drew on Twitter (@idrewby) and listen to his podcasts (The House of Mario, Encore at The House of Mario, A Drew Story and Crackin' Furphys) here:

The House of Mario: https://t.co/unCx0FLoEx

Encore: https://t.co/gv2EOoX5K1

Crackin' Furphys: https://t.co/unCx0FLoEx

A Drew Story: https://t.co/jIuFcllYZC

Support Us!

If you would like to support NintenVania, please consider giving us a 5 star rating on Spotify/Apple Podcasts and click on the Linktree below to see our Patreon, Rebbubble store and socials:

https://linktr.ee/NintenVania

Patreon!

For monetary help please check out our Patreon page. We have multiple tiers with varying perks, including exclusive discord access, advertising and opportunities to contribute questions and topics to upcoming shows.

All Patreon tiers also give you access to the new podcast collaboration between Josh and Drew (from The House of Mario), called 'Heaps Good'. Every month the two will talk about things other than Nintendo with a few episodes already out!

We’ve also introduced a new tier that gives you access to our Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Family Account (plus access to our discord and show shoutout). So if you haven’t got Nintendo Switch Online yet do consider checking this out as it’s cheaper than buying an individual membership. Limited spots so get in quick.

https://linktr.ee/NintenVania

About NintenVania!

NintenVania is a fortnightly, Nintendo-focussed podcast. Each episode Josh is joined by a special guest and they chat about what they love about Nintendo, and the special ways they show their passion.

The host, Josh, has been a lifelong Nintendo fan who grew up on playing Nintendo consoles and handhelds. He has great memories of playing local multiplayer games with his brothers and friends and enjoys the pure fun that Nintendo brings to gaming. Josh enjoys Nintendo gaming so much that he created this podcast to force people to join him and chat about it!

Episode 28

This episode Josh is going joined by Seth who is the host of many Nintendo-themed podcasts, including All N, Keep Nintendo Weird and most recently The Nintendo Drive. He’s an amazing creative who brings so much energy and excitement for Nintendo.

This episode we profile the latest Square Enix Switch-exclusive, Harvestella. We also cover the latest Indie Direct, the latest official Pokémon news and review the NSO Expansion Pack 12 months on from its launch.

And for Weird Nintendo we uncover the move a NASCAR driver did to qualify for a race -taking inspiration from playing his Gamecube!

Our Guest!

You can find Seth on Twitter (@twodollarhero) and listen to his podcasts (All N, Keep Nintendo Weird and The Nintendo Drive) here:

https://linktr.ee/twodollarhero

Plus check out his amazing work on YouTube and in particular his new video 'Phanto | Behind Enemy Lines - Brief History and Lore' here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tSCCEx6XzSE

Support Us!

If you would like to support NintenVania, please consider giving us a 5 star rating on Spotify/Apple Podcasts and click on the Linktree below to see our Patreon, Rebbubble store and socials:

https://linktr.ee/NintenVania

Patreon!

For monetary help please check out our Patreon page. We have multiple tiers with varying perks, including exclusive discord access, advertising and opportunities to contribute questions and topics to upcoming shows.

All Patreon tiers also give you access to the new podcast collaboration between Josh and Drew (from The House of Mario), called 'Heaps Good'. Every month the two will talk about things other than Nintendo with a few episodes already out!

We’ve also introduced a new tier that gives you access to our Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Family Account (plus access to our discord and show shoutout). So if you haven’t got Nintendo Switch Online yet do consider checking this out as it’s cheaper than buying an individual membership. Limited spots so get in quick.

https://linktr.ee/NintenVania

About NintenVania!

NintenVania is a fortnightly, Nintendo-focussed podcast. Each episode Josh is joined by a special guest and they chat about what they love about Nintendo, and the special ways they show their passion.

The host, Josh, has been a lifelong Nintendo fan who grew up on playing Nintendo consoles and handhelds. He has great memories of playing local multiplayer games with his brothers and friends and enjoys the pure fun that Nintendo brings to gaming. Josh enjoys Nintendo gaming so much that he created this podcast to force people to join him and chat about it!

Episode 27

This episode Josh is going joined by Zach who is a co-host of Blowing Cartridges podcast and previously wrote for GoNintendo and Rocket Chainsaw, & forum moderator on Gametrailers. This episode we profile the 3 big October releases - Mario + Rabbids: Sparks of Hope, Persona 5 Royal and Bayonetta 3. We also discuss Mario Party 1 and 2 coming to the NSO and what we're most looking forward to in those games.

Finally we go back in time to analyse one of the more bizarre Nintendo offerings - gloves to those who purchased the original Mario Party.

Our Guest!

You can find Zach on Twitter (@Eggerino) and listen to his Blowing Cartridges podcast here: https://blowingcartridges.podbean.com/

Support Us!

If you would like to support NintenVania, please consider giving us a 5 star rating on Spotify/Apple Podcasts and click on the Linktree below to see our Patreon, Rebbubble store and socials:

https://linktr.ee/NintenVania

Patreon!

For monetary help please check out our Patreon page. We have multiple tiers with varying perks, including exclusive discord access, advertising and opportunities to contribute questions and topics to upcoming shows.

All Patreon tiers also give you access to the new podcast collaboration between Josh and Drew (from The House of Mario), called 'Heaps Good'. Every month the two will talk about things other than Nintendo with the couple of episodes already out!

We’ve also introduced a new tier that gives you access to our Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Family Account (plus access to our discord and show shoutout). So if you haven’t got Nintendo Switch Online yet do consider checking this out as it’s cheaper than buying an individual membership. Limited spots so get in quick.

https://linktr.ee/NintenVania

About NintenVania!

NintenVania is a fortnightly, Nintendo-focussed podcast. Each episode Josh is joined by a special guest and they chat about what they love about Nintendo, and the special ways they show their passion.

The host, Josh, has been a lifelong Nintendo fan who grew up on playing Nintendo consoles and handhelds. He has great memories of playing local multiplayer games with his brothers and friends and enjoys the pure fun that Nintendo brings to gaming. Josh enjoys Nintendo gaming so much that he created this podcast to force people to join him and chat about it!

Episode 26

This episode Josh is going solo and reflecting on PAX Australia, the latest Pokémon news, his latest gaming pickups and the controversy surrounding the Bayonetta 3 voice acting.

Other Notes for this show

Check out Mike Towns (GameBuoyGames) here: https://t.co/aTJ6ZuaFFc

Support Us!

If you would like to support NintenVania, please consider giving us a 5 star rating on Spotify/Apple Podcasts and click on the Linktree below to see our Patreon, Rebbubble store and socials:

https://linktr.ee/NintenVania

Patreon!

For monetary help please check out our Patreon page. We have multiple tiers with varying perks, including exclusive discord access, advertising and opportunities to contribute questions and topics to upcoming shows.

All Patreon tiers also give you access to the new podcast collaboration between Josh and Drew (from The House of Mario), called 'Heaps Good'. Every month the two will talk about things other than Nintendo with the couple of episodes already out!

We’ve also introduced a new tier that gives you access to our Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Family Account (plus access to our discord and show shoutout). So if you haven’t got Nintendo Switch Online yet do consider checking this out as it’s cheaper than buying an individual membership. Limited spots so get in quick.

https://linktr.ee/NintenVania

About NintenVania!

NintenVania is a fortnightly, Nintendo-focussed podcast. Each episode Josh is joined by a special guest and they chat about what they love about Nintendo, and the special ways they show their passion.

The host, Josh, has been a lifelong Nintendo fan who grew up on playing Nintendo consoles and handhelds. He has great memories of playing local multiplayer games with his brothers and friends and enjoys the pure fun that Nintendo brings to gaming. Josh enjoys Nintendo gaming so much that he created this podcast to force people to join him and chat about it!

Episode 25

This episode we are recording at PAX Australia for a very special (thanks to Audio Technica and their recording booth)! They go over their thoughts of PAXAUS thus far - including the indie titles that particularly interested them and what it's like to have the event back after three years away.

Our Guests

You can check out our guests work via the links below:

Mikky Dyer (Instagram/Twitter: @immikkydyer)

Alex Harding (Twitter: @alexdharding @Switchaboonews @TheIndiEXP Website: https://www.switchaboo.com/)

Drew Agnew (Twitter: @idrewby @thehouseofmario Podcast: https://t.co/nvwxLyKY6u)

Check out Switchaboo's article on PAX Indies: https://www.switchaboo.com/x-games-at-pax-to-keep-an-eye-on/

And check out Encore at The House of Mario's PAX recording: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SfgrNIxTPng

Support Us!

If you would like to support NintenVania, please consider giving us a 5 star rating on Spotify/Apple Podcasts and click on the Linktree below to see our Patreon, Rebbubble store and socials:

https://linktr.ee/NintenVania

Patreon!

For monetary help please check out our Patreon page. We have multiple tiers with varying perks, including exclusive discord access, advertising and opportunities to contribute questions and topics to upcoming shows.

All Patreon tiers also give you access to the new podcast collaboration between Josh and Drew (from The House of Mario), called 'Heaps Good'. Every month the two will talk about things other than Nintendo with a couple of episodes already out!

We’ve also introduced a new tier that gives you access to our Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Family Account (plus access to our discord and show shoutout). So if you haven’t got Nintendo Switch Online yet do consider checking this out as it’s cheaper than buying an individual membership. Limited spots so get in quick.

https://linktr.ee/NintenVania

About NintenVania!

NintenVania is a fortnightly, Nintendo-focussed podcast. Each episode Josh is joined by a special guest and they chat about what they love about Nintendo, and the special ways they show their passion.

The host, Josh, has been a lifelong Nintendo fan who grew up on playing Nintendo consoles and handhelds. He has great memories of playing local multiplayer games with his brothers and friends and enjoys the pure fun that Nintendo brings to gaming. Josh enjoys Nintendo gaming so much that he created this podcast to force people to join him and chat about it!

Episode 24

This episode Josh is joined by Cheezy, a massive Splatoon gamer who streams and has a large following on TikTok!

In this episode they go over Splatoon 3 (including well....everything the game has to offer plus why the series is now so huge, especially in Japan), E3 coming back next year, the unofficial Super Mario Bros 5 and a portable Wii installed in a car?

Our Guest - Cheezy

You can check out his work via the links below:

Tiktok: (CheezyC64) https://www.tiktok.com/@cheezyc64?lang=en

Twitch: (CheezyC64) https://m.twitch.tv/cheezyc64/home

Twitter: @cheezyc64 https://twitter.com/cheezyc64

Other Notes for this show

Super Mario Maker 2 code for the unofficial Super Mario Bros 5 (0G9-XN4-FNF)

Weird Nintendo (Tiktok discussed at end of show: https://www.tiktok.com/@raummann/video/7144863192412474626?_t=8W6Htl48a8Y&_r=1

Support Us!

If you would like to support NintenVania, please consider giving us a 5 star rating on Spotify/Apple Podcasts and click on the Linktree below to see our Patreon, Rebbubble store and socials:

https://linktr.ee/NintenVania

Patreon!

For monetary help please check out our Patreon page. We have multiple tiers with varying perks, including exclusive discord access, advertising and opportunities to contribute questions and topics to upcoming shows.

All Patreon tiers also give you access to the new podcast collaboration between Josh and Drew (from The House of Mario), called 'Heaps Good'. Every month the two will talk about things other than Nintendo with the couple of episodes already out!

We’ve also introduced a new tier that gives you access to our Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Family Account (plus access to our discord and show shoutout). So if you haven’t got Nintendo Switch Online yet do consider checking this out as it’s cheaper than buying an individual membership. Limited spots so get in quick.

https://linktr.ee/NintenVania

About NintenVania!

NintenVania is a fortnightly, Nintendo-focussed podcast. Each episode Josh is joined by a special guest and they chat about what they love about Nintendo, and the special ways they show their passion.

The host, Josh, has been a lifelong Nintendo fan who grew up on playing Nintendo consoles and handhelds. He has great memories of playing local multiplayer games with his brothers and friends and enjoys the pure fun that Nintendo brings to gaming. Josh enjoys Nintendo gaming so much that he created this podcast to force people to join him and chat about it!

Episode 23

This episode Josh is joined by Alex of BeardFace Props, an avid Nintendo gamer who has a big talent for prop making and cosplay.

In this episode they go over the recent Nintendo Direct, Josh's reaction to Splatoon 3, why you should keep your kids away from your Nintendo consoles and much more.

Our Guest - Alex of BeardFace Props

You can check out Alex and his work via the links below:

Instagram - @beardface_props

Support Us!

If you would like to support NintenVania, please consider giving us a 5 star rating on Spotify/Apple Podcasts and click on the Linktree below to see our Patreon, Rebbubble store and socials:

https://linktr.ee/NintenVania

Patreon!

For monetary help please check out our Patreon page. We have multiple tiers with varying perks, including exclusive discord access, advertising and opportunities to contribute questions and topics to upcoming shows.

All Patreon tiers also give you access to the new podcast collaboration between Josh and Drew (from The House of Mario), called 'Heaps Good'. Every month the two will talk about things other than Nintendo with the couple of episodes already out!

We’ve also introduced a new tier that gives you access to our Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Family Account (plus access to our discord and show shoutout). So if you haven’t got Nintendo Switch Online yet do consider checking this out as it’s cheaper than buying an individual membership. Limited spots so get in quick.

https://linktr.ee/NintenVania

About NintenVania!

NintenVania is a fortnightly, Nintendo-focussed podcast. Each episode Josh is joined by a special guest and they chat about what they love about Nintendo, and the special ways they show their passion.

The host, Josh, has been a lifelong Nintendo fan who grew up on playing Nintendo consoles and handhelds. He has great memories of playing local multiplayer games with his brothers and friends and enjoys the pure fun that Nintendo brings to gaming. Josh enjoys Nintendo gaming so much that he created this podcast to force people to join him and chat about it!

Episode 22

This episode Josh is doing a solo show and this one's a little different.

In this episode Josh shares some poems about Nintendo (cannot guarantee you'll enjoy them), he goes over his thoughts on the recent Splatoon 3 Splatfest, what he thinks of the rumoured upcoming Nintendo Directs and much more.

Support Us!

If you would like to support NintenVania, please consider giving us a 5 star rating on Spotify/Apple Podcasts and click on the Linktree below to see our Patreon, Rebbubble store and socials:

https://linktr.ee/NintenVania

Patreon!

For monetary help please check out our Patreon page. We have multiple tiers with varying perks, including exclusive discord access, advertising and opportunities to contribute questions and topics to upcoming shows.

All Patreon tiers also give you access to the new podcast collaboration between Josh and Drew (from The House of Mario), called 'Heaps Good'. Every month the two will talk about things other than Nintendo with the couple of episodes already out!

We’ve also introduced a new tier that gives you access to our Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Family Account (plus access to our discord and show shoutout). So if you haven’t got Nintendo Switch Online yet do consider checking this out as it’s cheaper than buying an individual membership. Limited spots so get in quick.

https://linktr.ee/NintenVania

About NintenVania!

NintenVania is a fortnightly, Nintendo-focussed podcast. Each episode Josh is joined by a special guest and they chat about what they love about Nintendo, and the special ways they show their passion.

The host, Josh, has been a lifelong Nintendo fan who grew up on playing Nintendo consoles and handhelds. He has great memories of playing local multiplayer games with his brothers and friends and enjoys the pure fun that Nintendo brings to gaming. Josh enjoys Nintendo gaming so much that he created this podcast to force people to join him and chat about it!

Episode 21

This episode Josh is joined by Drew Agnew who is the host of the House of Mario, the South Australian Nintendo podcast that is backed by a 120 power star rating. He also the creator of the podcasts Crackin’ Furphys and A Drew Story.

In this episode they go over Josh's initial reactions to Kirby's Dream Buffet, Drew's interview with the developers of Blossom Tales 2, the Splatoon 3 Direct, Wave Race 64 coming to NSO and much more.

Our Guest - Drew Agnew (idrewby)

You can check out Drew and his work via the links below:

Twitter - @iDrewby @TheHouseOfMario

Listen to his podcasts - https://thehouseofmario.captivate.fm/listen

Support Us!

If you would like to support NintenVania, please consider giving us a 5 star rating on Spotify/Apple Podcasts and click on the Linktree below to see our Patreon, Rebbubble store and socials:

https://linktr.ee/NintenVania

Patreon!

For monetary help please check out our Patreon page. We have multiple tiers with varying perks, including exclusive discord access, advertising and opportunities to contribute questions and topics to upcoming shows.

All Patreon tiers also give you access to the new podcast collaboration between Josh and Drew (from The House of Mario), called 'Heaps Good'. Every month the two will talk about things other than Nintendo with the couple of episodes already out!

We’ve also introduced a new tier that gives you access to our Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Family Account (plus access to our discord and show shoutout). So if you haven’t got Nintendo Switch Online yet do consider checking this out as it’s cheaper than buying an individual membership. Limited spots so get in quick.

https://linktr.ee/NintenVania

About NintenVania!

NintenVania is a fortnightly, Nintendo-focussed podcast. Each episode Josh is joined by a special guest and they chat about what they love about Nintendo, and the special ways they show their passion.

The host, Josh, has been a lifelong Nintendo fan who grew up on playing Nintendo consoles and handhelds. He has great memories of playing local multiplayer games with his brothers and friends and enjoys the pure fun that Nintendo brings to gaming. Josh enjoys Nintendo gaming so much that he created this podcast to force people to join him and chat about it!

Episode 20

This episode Josh is joined by Oliver Brandt who is the deputy editor and community manager of Vooks, a website dedicated to Australian Nintendo news, reviews, bargain roundups and more. He also hosts and edits the Vookcast.

In this episode they go over the Xenoblade Chronicles 3 release and reactions - in particular what it's like for a video game reviewer to play and write up a review for a JRPG.

Finally it's been a crazy couple weeks of news and the pair go over all the headlines including the Pokémon Presents, Steve/Alex Amiibo, Nintendo's financial results, Wave 2 Marion Kart DLC and more!

Our Guest - Oliver Brandt

You can check out Oliver and his work via the links below:

Twitter - @Chocobalt @vooksdotnet

Website - https://www.vooks.net/

Support Us!

If you would like to support NintenVania, please consider giving us a 5 star rating on Spotify/Apple Podcasts and click on the Linktree below to see our Patreon, Rebbubble store and socials:

https://linktr.ee/NintenVania

Patreon!

For monetary help please check out our Patreon page. We have multiple tiers with varying perks, including exclusive discord access, advertising and opportunities to contribute questions and topics to upcoming shows.

All Patreon tiers also give you access to the new podcast collaboration between Josh and Drew (from The House of Mario), called 'Heaps Good'. Every month the two will talk about things other than Nintendo with the couple of episodes already out!

We’ve also introduced a new tier that gives you access to our Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Family Account (plus access to our discord and show shoutout). So if you haven’t got Nintendo Switch Online yet do consider checking this out as it’s cheaper than buying an individual membership. Limited spots so get in quick.

https://linktr.ee/NintenVania

About NintenVania!

NintenVania is a fortnightly, Nintendo-focussed podcast. Each episode Josh is joined by a special guest and they chat about what they love about Nintendo, and the special ways they show their passion.

The host, Josh, has been a lifelong Nintendo fan who grew up on playing Nintendo consoles and handhelds. He has great memories of playing local multiplayer games with his brothers and friends and enjoys the pure fun that Nintendo brings to gaming. Josh enjoys Nintendo gaming so much that he created this podcast to force people to join him and chat about it!