Playable Characters Podcast

Playable Characters Podcast episodes:

• 09.23.2023

  Level 217 - GalaxyCon 2023

  Well holy smokes. PCP is back??? At least for this week it is. Folks, I'm excited to bring to you our live episode we did about a month ago at Galaxy Con in Raleigh, North Carolina. It was super fun...

  
• 01.16.2023

  Level 216 - Princess Peach’s Sidepiece

  We're all looking for some love and today's guest is no different. Today I sit down with a current sidepiece of Princess Peach and we talk about how this dynamic couple came to be. Enjoy! Starring Freddy Valoy! Follow us on Instagram

  
• 01.02.2023

  Level 215 - Donkey Kong

  The king of the Kongs! The donkiest of donkeys! The legend himself, Donkey Kong is with me today. We talk about his extended family and what he does with all those bananas. Enjoy! Starring Tyler Wood! (If you're at a Galaxy...

  
• 12.26.2022

  Level 214 - Pokemon intern

  Gotta listen to 'em all! And by that I mean every Pokemon episode we've ever done but also this one. Today Brian sits down with a Pokemon intern. This guy has seen some stuff and he's finally here to talk...

  
• 12.19.2022

  Level 213 - Paimon from Genshin Impact

  Hello, fellow travelers! Today Brian chats it up with the very chatty Paimon, the amazing tour guide from Genshin Impact. Enjoy! Starring Sabrina Otero! Find her on Instagram and TikTok Follow us on IG, TikTok, and Twitter

  
• 10.24.2022

  Level 212 - Skeleton From Castlevania That Just Won’t Die

  Hocus pocus everyone! We're back this week with an amazing episode where Brian sits down with one of the skeletons from Castlevania that just won't perish no matter how many times he gets whipped by a Belmont. Enjoy! Starring Mike Drucker! Follow...

  
• 10.17.2022

  Level 211 - Splatterhouse realtor

  Continuing our Shocktoberfest, today I'm chatting with the realtor who has the Splatterhouse listing. It's been tough to sell it but if anyone's looking for a second home, give a listen! It has some very unique features. Enjoy! Starring TJ Del...

  
• 10.10.2022

  Level 210 - A Neighbor from Zombies Ate My Neighbors

  Happy Shocktober, everyone! We're back this week with a spooky episode. Brian sits down with a neighbor from Zombies Ate My Neighbors who seemed to be unaware that he was actually in the middle of a zombie apocalypse. Enjoy! Starring Dan...

  
• 07.18.2022

  Level 209 - Submissive Chief from H.A.L.O.

  Whoa a new episode of Playable Characters? Yes please!  Hi everyone, Brian here. I'm back kinda! Look, let's just all agree that this show is the best and it'll never die because I love doing it and you love listening to...

  
• 11.22.2021

  Level 208 - Bimmy & Jimmy Lee

  It's good to be back! Especially when your guests are 2 of the toughest, gang-fighting heroes ever. Today Brian is joined by the Double Dragon bros themselves, Bimmy & Jimmy Lee! Enjoy! Starring Ian O'Keeffe and TJ Del Reno! Playable Characters

  
• 09.05.2021

  Level 207 - A Customer from Tapper‘s Bar

  Today Brian is joined by a very social and rambunctious customer from Tapper's Bar. If you know and love the old arcade game Tapper, you know what I'm talking about. Enjoy! Starring Chris Calogero! @PlayablePodcast

  
• 08.02.2021

  Level 206 - Kyle Katarn from Star Wars: Jedi Knights

  The force is strong with this episode. Today, Brian is joined by Kyle Katarn, the guy known for stealing the actual blueprints of the Death Star. We get into what his life was like growing up, Luke & Leia, and...

  
• 05.31.2021

  Level 205 - Professor Oak and a Pokemon Snap Photographer

  Well Happy Memorial Day! Today Brian is joined by the man that started the biggest inexplicable craze ever in Pokemon, Professor Oak! They talk about all things pocket monsters and then they're interrupted by a slightly creepy Pokemon Snap photographer....

  
• 05.24.2021

  Level 204 - Super Nintendo World Security Guard

  Even during these crazy times, Nintendo keeps surprising us and doing amazing things. Like opening up an amusement park! Today Brian is joined by Jerry, the security guard at Super Nintendo World in Japan. He's seen some crazy stuff so...

  
• 05.17.2021

  Level 203 - A Goomba

  If there's one video game character that's killed more people than Mario himself, it's probably today's guest, a Goomba! I'm talking with one of the Mushroom Kingdom's most recognizable residents about what it's like being the first enemy of video...

  
• 04.26.2021

  Level 202 - The Return of Johnny Cage's Agent

  Round 2...PODCAST! Today, in this surprise awesome super cool episode, Brian sits down with Eddie Tramplestein, Johnny Cage's agent. Eddie joined us back in episode 101 and he wanted to come on back and talk about the new Mortal Kombat...

  
• 03.08.2021

  Level 201 - Rancid from Timekillers

  Surprise! We're back with a small, but hilarious, episode. Brian and his pal, TJ Del Reno, were chatting about the cult arcade fighting game "Time Killers" and then all of a sudden one of the stars of the game, Rancid,...

  
• 02.08.2021

  Level 200 - Where Are They Now?

  [fanfare/horns/applause/cheers] WE HAVE REACHED LEVEL 200!!! Folks! This is the 200th episode of the funniest video game podcast in the world! Brian has had 199 REAL video game characters on this show and you know what? He misses them. He wanted...

  
• 02.01.2021

  Level 199 - Mario Party Planner

  The Mushroom Kingdom is a non-stop party, hence the dozens of Mario Party games. Today, Brian's guest the Mario Party Planner. He talks about how he thinks of all of those crazy, and deadly, mini-games. Enjoy! Starring Mike Pridgen! (@MikePridgenComedy) Check out...

  
• 01.25.2021

  Level 198 - Pokemon Namer

  We know that we have to catch 'em all. But who gets to NAME 'em all? Brian's guest today is the gentleman who has the monumental task of actually naming all 7,000,000+ Pokemon. Enjoy! Starring Andrew Del Vecchio! (@AndrewJDV and @OnTheSpotNYC) https://myfirstday.bandcamp.com/ @PlayablePodcast

  
• 01.18.2021

  Level 197 - Fix It Felix, Sr.

  You better check yourself, before you Wreck-It Ralph yourself! Because today we are joined by the father of Fix It Felix, Jr...Fix It Felix, Sr! Him and Brian talk about raising a famous son, Ralph, and what's the deal with...

  
• 01.11.2021

  Level 196 - Excitebike Guy

  On your marks, get set...GO! And enjoy today's great episode where Brian sits down with the legendary Excitebike guy! They talk about growing up with bikes, family, and those dirty tracks.  Starring Michael Palladino! (@BirdCityComedy on Instagram) and @Cycle_Tarantino on Twitch!...

  
• 01.04.2021

  Level 195 - Ice Climber Popo

  To celebrate this beautiful new year and winter, today Brian is talking with one of the Ice Climbers! Him and Popo talk about parkas, the polar bear with the shorts, and his relationship with Nana, the other Ice Climber. Enjoy! Starring...

  
• 12.28.2020

  Level 194 - Skyrim Adventurer Who Took An Arrow To the Knee

  Attention, all ye' Skyrim folk! Be on the watch, for there are many arrows heading to yon knees. Today, Brian speaks with one such fellow who took an arrow to the knee once. Enjoy! Starring David Piccolomini! (@Piccolomeany) from Tinder Tales...

  
• 12.21.2020

  Level 193 - A former Cyberpunk

  Fresh off the controversy that is the most-anticipated-turned-biggest-disappointment of the year, Brian sits down today and talks with someone from Night City's own Cyberpunk! They talk about gangs, weapons, and where they all get those fun names. Enjoy! Starring Steve Esposito!...

  
• 12.14.2020

  Level 192 - Pitfall Harry

  Coming straight out the jungles of Atari-land, it's Pitfall Harry! Brian sits down with one of the first video game characters EVER today. They talk about alligators, his family life growing up, and gold. Enjoy! Starring Brandon Ream! (@ReamKore, @NostalgicFront) @PlayablePodcast

  
• 12.07.2020

  Level 191 - Dash Rendar from Star Wars: Shadow of the Empire

  May the fourth be with us today as we welcome Dash Rendar to the studio! Dash, as we all know, is the star of the N64 Star Wars game, Shadow of the Empire and him and Brian talk about everything...

  
• 11.30.2020

  Level 190 - The Imposter (or maybe not?) from Among Us

  Don't get all sus, everybody. Today Brian chats with one of the stars of the mobile game that's sweeping the nation right now, The Imposter from Among Us! Also, Brian is ON LOCATION on the actual spaceship during this episode....

  
• 11.23.2020

  Level 189 - Punch Out trainer, Coach Spitbucket

  Float like a butterfly, sting like a podcast because today Brian sits down with the guy who trains all the famous boxers from Mike Tyson's Punch Out, Coach Spitbucket! They talk about Little Mac, Tyson himself, and what it's like...

  
• 11.16.2020

  Level 188 - The Red Ring of Death

  Today's episode might be a little touchy for Xbox owners. Because today Brian chats with the infamous Red Ring of Death. Just in time for the next generation of consoles, we find out what this notorious villain has in store....

  
• 11.09.2020

  Level 187 - Tecmo Bowl Coach & Deadpool - Live from LI Retro Summer '20!

  Today's episode was recorded back in August of 2020 for the Long Island Retro Expo. It was an all-digital con and it was such a fun time and experience to still be able to do a live show for people...

  
• 11.02.2020

  Level 186 - Dirk The Daring from Dragon's Lair

  Greetings, all ye noble podcast listeners! Today we are chatting with the bravest of them all, Dirk the Daring from the arcade game Dragon's Lair! We talk about his feud with the Lizard King, his love interest Daphne, and Dirk...

  
• 10.26.2020

  Level 185 - The Shark From NES Jaws

  We're gonna need a bigger podcast...because today we have the shark from the NES classic, Jaws! Brian and Jaws sit down and talk about why humans are so bad, the guy in the boat trying to kill him, and family....

  
• 10.19.2020

  Level 184 - Tom Nook

  If you can find a bigger guest on a podcast, let me know! But you can't, because today Brian sits down with the ruler of Animal Crossing, Tom Nook! They talk about bells, Timmy & Tommy, and all those silly...

  
• 10.12.2020

  Level 183 - A Ghost from Destiny

  Today Brian talks with a Ghost from Destiny! That's right. One of those little, all-knowing, semi-omnipotent robot things sits down and talks about their Guardian, what other cool stuff they can do, and they even transport Brian for a few...

  
• 10.05.2020

  Level 182 - Call of Duty Corporal

  ATTTTTTTENNNNN-HUT! Today Brian sits down with a Corporal from the ludicrously successful Call of Duty franchise. They talk about their favorite weapons in the game, getting blown to bits, and what it's like being thrown into the Gulag. Enjoy! Starring Justin...

  
• 09.28.2020

  Level 181 - Marian from Double Dragon

  Today was a real special moment for the Podcast. Brian sits down for an exclusive interview with Marian from Double Dragon. They talk about what it's like getting punched in the stomach, the Lee Brothers, and all the Comic-Cons she...

  
• 09.21.2020

  Level 180 - Wolf O'Donnell a.k.a. Star Wolf

  Having villains on the show is always scary, but worth it. Today, Brian chats with the diabolical Star Wolf! They talk about Wolf's hatred of Star Fox, what happened to Mr. McCloud, what it's like flying those cool spaceships. Enjoy! Starring...

  
• 09.14.2020

  Level 179 - Karnov

  Very excited to have an old-school legend joining the podcast today. Brian sits down with the retrogaming favorite Karnov! They talk about what Karnov was fighting back then, his amazing pants, and what other side jobs he does. Enjoy! Starring Mark...

  
• 09.07.2020

  Level 178 - Ecco The Dolphin's trainer

  We all remember the game Ecco the Dolphin. But how did Ecco become who he became? With today's guest, his trainer! We talk all about how she got into training dolphins, her life growing up, and lizard people. Enjoy! Starring Micheal...

  
• 08.31.2020

  Level 177 - DJ Hero

  PUT YOUR HANDS UP AND WAVE 'EM IN THE AIR! Today DJ Hero joins the podcast. They talk about how he got his start, what it takes to become a DJ, and his favorite club bangers. Enjoy! Starring Darin Patterson! (@DarinCredible,...

  
• 08.24.2020

  Level 176 - Earthworm Jim

  The legends keep coming everyone! Today Brian is joined by none other than that hilarious and impossibly hard [to beat] alien, Earthworm Jim! They talk about traveling thru space, his friends and enemies, and what it's like to be a...

  
• 08.17.2020

  Level 175 - The Merchant from Resident Evil 4

  Hello Stranger! Today we're talking with the mysterious Merchant from Resident Evil 4 and we learn all about his wares and how he survives from all those infected people entering his shop. Enjoy! Starring Dani Ahrens! (@DanOverHere) @PlayablePodcast

  
• 08.10.2020

  Level 174 - Toejam & Earl

  YO YO YO! What's up all you funky Funkotronians?? Today Brian is joined by one of his favorite duos ever, Toejam & Earl! They talk about their legacy in gaming, Earl's side hustle, and what trouble Toejam is currently getting...

  
• 08.03.2020

  Level 173 - Untitled Goose Episode

  Honk! Honk! Today I am so honored to be joined by the star of Untitled Goose Game, the Goose! We talk about why they like to mess with people in the neighborhood and some other famous geese they know. Enjoy!   Starring...

  
• 07.27.2020

  Level 172 - Tony Hawk Pro skater

  Grab your headphones and get ready to shred some podcastin' with today's guest, a skateboarding legend from the classic Tony Hawk Pro Skater! They talk about how they got their start, what Tony Hawk is really like, and what it's...

  
• 07.20.2020

  Level 171 - Hestu from Breath of the Wild

  Shake, shake, shake your maracas! Because today we're talking with that silly weirdo from Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, Hestu! That big giant...thing that makes Link chase his seeds all over Hyrule is with us today to learn...

  
• 07.13.2020

  Level 170 - Nintendog Owner

  Woof woof! Today Brian is joined by one of the world's busiest Nintendog owners! Who doesn't love a good dog? Well, she has a lot of them. They talk about doggie names, the love you get from dogs, and why...

  
• 07.06.2020

  Level 169 - Sim City Mailman

  Hey everyone! We (I) are (am) back! Hope you missed Playable Characters as much as I've (Brian) missed you. Today we have a hilarious episode and I'm joined by a Sim City Mailman. Who knows more about their town than...

  
• 06.15.2020

  Level 168 - Hatoful Calvin

  We'll let this episode do the talking for itself. We hope you fans enjoy it.  Starring Calvin Cato! (@CatoCalvin) And Brian McGuinness! (@LaughAtBrian) @PlayablePodcast Send us an email: [email protected]