The unknown Podcast

The gaming news cycle has been absolutely insane, so it's time to talk about it.

This week, Brad dives into some of the biggest stories happening across gaming, from Wolverine and the growing divide between reviewers and players to Destiny, Nintendo, Kojima, and some major changes happening at Xbox.

What starts as a simple gaming news roundup may or may not turn into a full-blown rant about the current state of the industry.

Welcome back to The Unknown Podcast.

Well… I owe Nintendo an apology.

After years of talking trash, something finally changed my mind. In this episode, I catch you guys up on what I’ve been playing, some exciting things happening behind the scenes with the podcast, and why my relationship with Nintendo has taken a pretty unexpected turn.

Plus, a little nostalgia, life as a gaming dad, and a story that somehow brought gaming full circle for me.

Let’s talk about it.

With gaming moving faster than ever, sometimes you just need to go back to something familiar.

In this episode, Brad talks about the games that have become his comfort games—the ones he can return to again and again no matter how much time has passed. Along the way, he looks at why certain games stick with us, how our connection to them can change as life changes, and why sometimes a video game becomes more than just a game.

Plus, some thoughts on what he's playing now, what's coming next, and a few inevitable gaming tangents along the way.

After nearly a month away, I’m back—and this time we’re just talking games.

After putting around 16 hours into Mortal Shell 2, I’m finally ready to give it a proper review. We’re talking combat, difficulty, shells, bosses, the grind, what the sequel does better than the original, and why—despite all my complaints—I’m still giving it an 8.5/10.

Then we jump into some gaming news, including my surprisingly lukewarm feelings about the GTA VI hype, why studios like Rockstar should be held to a higher standard, and some love for CD Projekt Red and the incredible turnaround of Cyberpunk 2077.

No deep life discussions this week. No nostalgia trip. Just games, opinions, and probably more Mortal Shell 2 complaining than an 8.5/10 game deserves.

This week, I revisit Mass Effect: Andromeda and talk about why some games deserve a second chance. What starts as a discussion about overlooked sci-fi games becomes a tribute to my best friend, the "Mexican Viking," and a reminder that gaming is about more than graphics or review scores—it's about the memories, friendships, and moments that stay with us long after we put the controller down.

In this episode of The Unknown Podcast, I'm talking about one of my favorite types of games—the "bro shooter." These are the games you grab a friend for, stay up way too late playing, and end up making memories you'll never forget.

I break down my personal Top 5 bro shooters, including Halo: Reach, Gears of War 2, Titanfall 2, Doom: The Dark Ages, and Call of Duty: Black Ops, while sharing the stories and memories that made these games so special to me.

Gaming isn't always about graphics or review scores. Sometimes it's about the people you played with and the memories you made along the way.

What are your Top 5 bro shooters? Let me know in the comments!

This episode explores how video games—and the media surrounding them—have shaped ideas of masculinity over the years. Brad reflects on how characters like Master Chief, Kratos, and Marcus Fenix once represented the "emotionless warrior," but have evolved into more complex characters focused on fatherhood, vulnerability, and personal growth. He compares that evolution to his own journey after becoming a father.

In this episode, I dive into Marvel's newly released Avengers: Doomsday trailer and ask the question that's been on a lot of fans' minds: Has the MCU lost the magic that made it a global phenomenon? I break down Marvel's post-Endgame struggles, the impact of the multiverse saga, Robert Downey Jr.'s return as Doctor Doom, and why it feels like the studio is searching for its identity again.

Then we shift gears into gaming, where I celebrate the return of Halo, share some of my favorite childhood memories with the franchise, and explain why I still believe it's one of the most influential shooters ever made. I also cover Bethesda's exciting roadmap, including Fallout remasters, Elder Scrolls VI, Starfield updates, and what it could mean for the future of Xbox.

Whether you're a Marvel fan, a lifelong Halo player, or just love talking games, grab your favorite drink and join me for another episode of All Things Gaming.

This week I'm talking about something that's been on my mind lately: nostalgia. From Friday nights at Blockbuster and Hollywood Video to the slow transformation of local game stores into Pokémon shops, gaming has changed in ways I never expected. I share memories from growing up, why physical media still matters to me, my thoughts on emulation, and why I think it's worth preserving the community that made gaming special in the first place. If you've ever waited in line for a midnight release or rented a game for the weekend, this one's for you.

Gaming has been surrounded by bad news lately, so I wanted to take a step back and remember why so many of us fell in love with this hobby in the first place. In this episode, I look back on what I consider the golden age of gaming—from the Xbox 360 and PS3 era to the PS4 generation—and the games, friendships, midnight launches, and memories that shaped my life. I also talk about why physical media still matters, why preserving games is important, and why I believe there's still hope for the future of gaming despite everything happening today. If you've ever stood in line for a midnight release or traded games with friends, this episode is for you.