One V One: Deep State

By One V One

What's One V One: Deep State about?

One Air Force vet & one Marine vet discuss their views on what Life, Liberty, & Pursuit of Happiness means in this day and age. They also dabble in religion, philosophy, economics, and local news for the DC/Maryland/Virginia area. Follow us on Twitter @THER4KE @ThomasBlack_86 and join our Discord to talk about episodes and future topics: https://discord.gg/yKS4Bcsmtn

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One V One: Deep State episodes:

12.22.2022
One V One #92 - We're BACK, baby!
In this episode of OvO, Josh and Jake are back after a short hiatus so they catch up on some gaming news, all the games they've been playing, how Josh feels about a certain new piece of gaming technology in...
09.30.2022
OvO: Deep State #25 Trump 2024 & Student Loan Cancellation
Jake & Thomas are back after another hiatus due to Jake being overwhelmed with school and fatherhood! This time we're talking about the Biden Admin's plans to cancel up to $20k in Student Loan debt and changes to other policies...
08.19.2022
OvO: Deep State #24 Ultimate Classification Authority
We're back again after a short break so Jake could experience newborn fatherhood one more time! On this week's episode, Thomas & Jake put their combined 20+ years of intelligence work and classified documents handling experience to the test while discussing...
07.26.2022
Ep. 91 - Too Much Marvel, Ubisoft Getting Worse, & NFTs in Video Games
In a new episode of OvO, Josh and Jake talk about the sheer number of Marvel announcements from SDCC and whether or not it's just too much Marvel content. They also talk about Ubisoft getting even worse as a company and...
07.22.2022
OvO: Deep State #23 How To Fix Our Government
This episode, Jake finally gets to talk about what's wrong with the US System of Government after incessantly bringing it up nearly every episode. Thomas & Jake try to pinpoint the major issues that are preventing the USG from functioning...
07.12.2022
One V One #90 - God of War Ragnarok Release Date & The Increasing Price of Games
In a new episode of OvO, Jake and Josh dive into the increasing price of games. With Sony opting to increase the price of their games to $70, what does that mean for the industry, other studios, and are the...
07.01.2022
OvO: Deep State #22 SCOTUS Aborts Roe v Wade & Other Decisions
Thomas & Jake are back to discuss the most important and controversial cases ruled on by the Supreme Court this term including the overturning of Roe v Wade, New York's concealed carry ban, cases related to the separation of Church...
06.28.2022
One V One #89 - All The Hype For Diablo 4 and Starfield!!
In a new episode, Jake and Josh finally dive into their thoughts on Diablo 4 and Starfield from the Xbox/Bethesda Showcase from earlier this month! What parts of each game looked the best to them, are they worried about release...
06.15.2022
One V One #88 - Sony State or Play & Xbox Bethesda Showcase Recaps!
In a new episode for the first time since Jake got Covid, Josh and Jake recap everything they saw from both the Sony State of Play and the most recent Xbox Bethesda Games Showcase! Did the State of Play meet their...
06.06.2022
OvO: Deep State #21 Mass Shootings
We're back after a month long hiatus and in that time we've seen a huge uptick in mass shootings across America. Thomas and Jake discuss the Uvalde PD's response to the active shooter situation and what we can do as...
05.31.2022
One V One #87 - Episode 87 Pt.1: Jake Is Free Again, PS+ Premium Games, & V Rising Is Elite
On a new episode after a short vacation, Jake talks about finally being free from his classes to play video games, Josh and Jake discuss the starting lineup of games for the new PS+ Premium service, and Josh waxes poetic...
05.27.2022
One V One Side Quest: Halo feat. Jason "Ufakefay" Massey
A One v One first! We have our very first guest co-host! Josh has decided not to ruin his love of the Halo franchise and is boycotting the show so I reached out to fellow Halo enthusiast and One V...
05.10.2022
One V One #86 - Overwatch 2 Issues, Xbox Live Outage, & Playstation Looking At Square Enix?
Josh and Jake take a deep dive into whether or not Playstation NEEDS to acquire Square Enix. What would it look like now that the Western SE Devs are gone and would this be a good thing for Square as...
04.27.2022
One V One #85 - Diablo Immortal Release Announcement & The Future of Halo and 343 Industries
In this week's spectacular episode of OvO, Jake and Josh dive into whether or not they think Microsoft should pull the plug on 343 Industries' control of Halo and give it to a new studio or just completely overhaul 343...
04.26.2022
OvO: Deep State #20: NFL Draft Week Special & NFL Scandals
On a special Draft Week edition of the Deep State podcast, Thomas & Jake give their thoughts on the upcoming NFL draft and then have a lengthy discussion regarding all of the scandals plaguing the NFL recently including Brian Flores'...
04.22.2022
One V One #84 - Rumored Sony Acquisition & Ads in Video Games??
In a new episode of OvO, Josh and Jake discuss the rumors of a new acquisition by Sony, make predicitions, and give their wishlist for who THEY would like it to be. They also dive into the news that Microsoft...
04.05.2022
One V One #83 - E3 Cancellation Sadness & is PS+ Premium a Gamepass Competitor?
In a new episode of OVO, Josh and Jake dive into the cancellation of E3 and how is the end of an era in gaming and gaming news. They also talk about US Senators keeping an eye on the Microsoft/Acitvision...
04.01.2022
OvO: Deep State #19 Education Part 3: School Choice
In the finale of the 3-part series on Education, Thomas & Jake dissect a popular solution to all of our education woes in America, a voucher-based school choice system. If you've never heard of it or you have strong opinions,...
03.29.2022
One V One #82 - Sony Unveiling New Subscription & The World of Video Game Adaptations
In this episode, Josh and Jake talk about the upcoming unveiling of the new Sony subscription service, the delay of Suicide Squad: Kill The Justice League, and the wonderful world of video game, book, and comic adaptations! Do movies and...
03.23.2022
One V One #81 - More Elden Ring Success & Hogwarts Legacy Reveal Impressions!
After starting the episode discussing The Last Kingdom Season 5 and Josh finally getting blocked by Jason Crier, the guys jump into what was supposed to be one of their quickest episodes ever. Spoiler... It was not. How is Josh liking...
03.18.2022
OvO: Deep State #18 Education Part 2
Thomas & Jake get back on track with the Education series to talk about the recently passed bill in Florida dubbed the "Don't Say Gay" Bill and what the government and teachers' roles should be in teaching our children. They...
03.16.2022
One V One #80 - State of Play Recap & Sony's Flawed Marketing Strategy
In a new episode of OvO, Josh and Jake try to figure out what the hell the last Sony State of Play was, what is going on with their marketing strategy, and what they need to do to make their...
03.08.2022
One V One #79 - Elden Ring Sales Skyrocket & Do Sports Titles Need Real Players
In a new episode of OvO, Jake and Josh talking about the insane sales of Elden Ring so far, especially compared to other Souls games, the delay of Star Wars Eclipse, and the Destiny 2 Raid Race riddled with server...
03.04.2022
OvO: Deep State #17 Russia, Ukraine, and WW3
Well, we knew it was going to happen. Instead of part 2 of the series on Education, Thomas & Jake give their views on what's happening in Ukraine, who is to blame, what this means for the world at large,...
03.01.2022
One V One #78 - Witch Queen Launches, Elden Ring Hype, & Should Souls Games Have Different Difficulties?
In another episode of OvO, Jake and Josh talk about the two major releases from the past week, Destiny 2 Witch Queen and Elden Ring! Does Elden Ring live up to the hype and has the Witch Queen expansion of...
02.22.2022
One V One #77 - Sifu Review, Witch Queen & Elden Ring Hype, & the Greatest Month of Game Releases EVER!!
Josh and Jake dive into this insanity that is this month! Will February 2022 go down as one of the greatest months of all time for video game releases? How hype are the guys for Destiny 2: Witch Queen and...
02.18.2022
OvO: Deep State #16 CRT & Schools
This week, Thomas & Jake start Part 1 of a 3 Part Series on Education with one of the hottest topics in the country, Critical Race Theory and its role in schools. They also discuss how to teach history to...
02.09.2022
One V One #76 - Google Dumps Stadia & Sony Buys Bungie!
In another banger, Jake and Josh talk about Google dumping Stadia just like they predicted and looking to sell the technology to the highest bidder, as well as the continued leeching and toxicity of Star Citizen. They also do a deep...
01.31.2022
One V One #75 - Steam Deck Launch, EA Announces More Star Wars, & NFTs in Gaming!!
In this episode, Josh and Jake dive into the news of EA announcing three new Star Wars games coming from Respawn, the official launch date of the Steam Deck, and the brand new, already in development Blizzard Survival IP!! They also...
01.28.2022
One V One #74 - How The Microsoft Acquisition of Activision Blizzard Changes Gaming?
In this episode of OvO, Jake and Josh dive into Microsoft's momentous acquisition of Activision Blizzard and how it changes the video game landscape entirely? Will Microsoft make traditionally multiplatform games exclusive and does this make Microsoft too powerful? Listen...
01.27.2022
OvO: Deep State #15 Filibustin’ & Voting Rights
On this week's episode, Thomas & Jake put on their comfy shoes and filibust the filibuster. Should we protect the voice of the minority party as to not have tyranny by the majority or is it a relic of a...
01.21.2022
OvO: Deep State #14 Worst Presidents EVER
Thomas & Jake continue from last week's episode about best Presidents with the WORST Presidents of all time! Listen in to see who we've put on our lists and why! Programming Note: New eps will now release every other Friday morning...
01.12.2022
One V One #73 - 2022 OvO Yearly Preview and Award Predictions!!
In the first episode of 2022, Jake and Josh preview all of the amazing games coming out in 2022 as well as what games could win awards or accolades! Where does Halo Infinite fit into the year and what are...
12.30.2021
OvO: Deep State #13 Best Presidents EVER
For their final episode of 2021, Thomas & Jake give their Top 3 Presidents of the United States and defend their choices against each other. Part Two will be up next where they debate who the Worst Presidents of All...
12.29.2021
One V One #72 - Video Games in 2021 Recap & The OvO GOTY!!
Josh and Jake finish off their 2021 series by recapping some of the best games to release throughout the year and end with their 2021 OvO GOTY candidates! What games did they each choose as their Game of the Year? Did...
12.20.2021
One V One #71 - 2021 Recap: Best Indies, Worst Games, and Games We Meant To Play in 2021
Josh and Jake continue their 2021 recap episodes by talking about the best indies they played, the worst games they played overall, and the games they missed and meant to play in 2021! They also touch on the many Splinter Cell...
12.15.2021
One V One #70 - Game Awards Game Trailers Recap and Halo Infinite Campaign Review!
Listen to Jake and Josh break down their thoughts on The Game Awards and the many game trailers that were show, as well as their thoughts on the Halo Infinite campaign! Does the newest installment in the Xbox flagship franchise live...
12.06.2021
One V One #69 - Halo Infinite Problems, Playstation's New Service, & Our Favorite Old Games of 2021
In this new episode of OvO, Jake and Josh talk about some of the issues they have with the way 343 Industries has handled the Halo Infinite multiplayer experience, DICE's new moves, and Playstation announcing a new, possible Gamepass competitor? They...
12.01.2021
OvO: Deep State #12 The Gun Episode
Thomas & Jake return after a Thanksgiving break to discuss the Kyle Rittenhouse & Ahmaud Arbery verdicts then transition to the bigger topics of the Gun Debate and the 2nd Amendment. Follow One V One on: Twitter: @THER4KE @ThomasBlack_86 @OvODeepState Discord:...
11.16.2021
One V One #67 - Elden Ring Hype, GTA: Definitive Reforged 2077 Edition, & Our Forza Horizon 5 Review!
In another banger of an episode, Josh and Jake talk about all the hype surrounding Elden Ring and the people who are playing it. They also discuss the complete and utter screw job that is the GTA Definitive Edition and...
11.10.2021
OvO: Deep State #11 VA Elections & Beyond
Thomas & Jake recap the Virginia Gubernatorial election and discuss how Youngkin won and why Mcauliffe lost as well as what it means for the midterm elections in 2022. Follow One V One on: Twitter: @THER4KE @ThomasBlack_86 @OvODeepState Discord: https://discord.gg/WpZzrpW...
11.08.2021
One V One #66 - Xbox Gamepass Is About To Explode & The Continued Implosion Of Blizzard
In this episode of OvO, Jake and Josh break down two major movements in the gaming industry. First, they break down how big the next few months mean for the future of Xbox Gamepass. With games like Back 4 Blood,...
11.02.2021
One V One #65 - Blizzcon Canceled and Video Game Franchise REVIVALS!!
In this episode of OvO, Josh and Jake discuss the cancellation of Blizzcon and the many video game franchises they want to be raised from the dead! Whether it's a remake, remaster, or complete re-imagining there are some pretty great...
10.28.2021
One V One Side Quests - DUNE *SPOILERS*
In another episode of OvO Side Quests, Jake and Josh break down the new movie Dune! What did they like, what did they NOT like, and what are their overall thoughts about this new adaptation by Denis Villeneuve? Listen and...
10.27.2021
OvO: Deep State #10 All Time Sports Cheating Scandals
We're back after missing a recording cycle with a fun topic spurred by the Astros making the World Series facing Thomas' Braves; where does the Astros 2017 sign-stealing scandal rank among the worst cheating scandals of all time? Jake &...
10.25.2021
One V One #64 - Elden Ring Delays & Bungie Is Trying To Kill Destiny!
In this episode of One V One, Josh and Jake talk about the delay to Elden Ring, Ubisoft delaying the upcoming Ghost Recon battle royale, and God of War coming to PC. They also dive into the many decisions Bungie...
10.05.2021
One V One #63 - Konami Reviving Multiple Series, Josh's New World Obsession, and the Plague of Review Bombing Games
In a brand, spanking new episode of OvO, Josh and Jake talk about the rumored revivals of three massive Konami franchises, Playstation acquiring a new studio, the GOTY at the Tokyo Games Show, and Josh's new obsession with the surprising...
09.29.2021
One V One #62 - Blizzard In Hot Federal Water, Nintendo Direct Recap, & Is Gamepass Actually... Bad??
In the newest episode of OvO, Jake and Josh talk about, yep you guessed it, MORE Activision/Blizzard news with the company now in some big federal doodoo. They also do a quick recap of the crazy Nintendo Direct from last...
09.29.2021
OvO: Deep State #9 Abortion Debate Continued
Thomas & Jake continue their abortion debate from Episode 8 because they both had a lot more to say on the topic from the biological definition of life to bodily autonomy and some questionable analogies along the way. If you...
09.20.2021
One V One #61 - Battlefield Delayed, Bungie's SBMM Backlash, & Video Game Monopolies!
In this episode of OvO, Josh and Jake dive into the news of Battlefield 2042 being delayed, the Destiny community reacting to Bungie's introduction of Skill-Based Matchmaking, and the rumors that Xbox is looking to acquire another big publisher that...

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One V One: Deep State episodes:

One V One #92 - We're BACK, baby!

OvO: Deep State #25 Trump 2024 & Student Loan Cancellation

OvO: Deep State #24 Ultimate Classification Authority

Ep. 91 - Too Much Marvel, Ubisoft Getting Worse, & NFTs in Video Games

OvO: Deep State #23 How To Fix Our Government

One V One #90 - God of War Ragnarok Release Date & The Increasing Price of Games

OvO: Deep State #22 SCOTUS Aborts Roe v Wade & Other Decisions

One V One #89 - All The Hype For Diablo 4 and Starfield!!

One V One #88 - Sony State or Play & Xbox Bethesda Showcase Recaps!

OvO: Deep State #21 Mass Shootings

One V One #87 - Episode 87 Pt.1: Jake Is Free Again, PS+ Premium Games, & V Rising Is Elite

One V One Side Quest: Halo feat. Jason "Ufakefay" Massey

One V One #86 - Overwatch 2 Issues, Xbox Live Outage, & Playstation Looking At Square Enix?

One V One #85 - Diablo Immortal Release Announcement & The Future of Halo and 343 Industries

OvO: Deep State #20: NFL Draft Week Special & NFL Scandals

One V One #84 - Rumored Sony Acquisition & Ads in Video Games??

One V One #83 - E3 Cancellation Sadness & is PS+ Premium a Gamepass Competitor?

OvO: Deep State #19 Education Part 3: School Choice

One V One #82 - Sony Unveiling New Subscription & The World of Video Game Adaptations

One V One #81 - More Elden Ring Success & Hogwarts Legacy Reveal Impressions!

OvO: Deep State #18 Education Part 2

One V One #80 - State of Play Recap & Sony's Flawed Marketing Strategy

One V One #79 - Elden Ring Sales Skyrocket & Do Sports Titles Need Real Players

OvO: Deep State #17 Russia, Ukraine, and WW3

One V One #78 - Witch Queen Launches, Elden Ring Hype, & Should Souls Games Have Different Difficulties?

One V One #77 - Sifu Review, Witch Queen & Elden Ring Hype, & the Greatest Month of Game Releases EVER!!

OvO: Deep State #16 CRT & Schools

One V One #76 - Google Dumps Stadia & Sony Buys Bungie!

One V One #75 - Steam Deck Launch, EA Announces More Star Wars, & NFTs in Gaming!!

One V One #74 - How The Microsoft Acquisition of Activision Blizzard Changes Gaming?

OvO: Deep State #15 Filibustin’ & Voting Rights

OvO: Deep State #14 Worst Presidents EVER

One V One #73 - 2022 OvO Yearly Preview and Award Predictions!!

OvO: Deep State #13 Best Presidents EVER

One V One #72 - Video Games in 2021 Recap & The OvO GOTY!!

One V One #71 - 2021 Recap: Best Indies, Worst Games, and Games We Meant To Play in 2021

One V One #70 - Game Awards Game Trailers Recap and Halo Infinite Campaign Review!

One V One #69 - Halo Infinite Problems, Playstation's New Service, & Our Favorite Old Games of 2021

OvO: Deep State #12 The Gun Episode

One V One #67 - Elden Ring Hype, GTA: Definitive Reforged 2077 Edition, & Our Forza Horizon 5 Review!

OvO: Deep State #11 VA Elections & Beyond

One V One #66 - Xbox Gamepass Is About To Explode & The Continued Implosion Of Blizzard

One V One #65 - Blizzcon Canceled and Video Game Franchise REVIVALS!!

One V One Side Quests - DUNE *SPOILERS*

OvO: Deep State #10 All Time Sports Cheating Scandals

One V One #64 - Elden Ring Delays & Bungie Is Trying To Kill Destiny!

One V One #63 - Konami Reviving Multiple Series, Josh's New World Obsession, and the Plague of Review Bombing Games

One V One #62 - Blizzard In Hot Federal Water, Nintendo Direct Recap, & Is Gamepass Actually... Bad??

OvO: Deep State #9 Abortion Debate Continued

One V One #61 - Battlefield Delayed, Bungie's SBMM Backlash, & Video Game Monopolies!

One V One Side Quests - DUNE SPOILERS