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Nov. 14, 2025
The $100 Retro Game Haul Giveaway!
Want to win $100 worth of Retro Gaming stuff? Help us grow! Why It's no secret that every podcast wants to grow, and that word of mouth is the best way to do it. We're giving away the three hauls above to the top 3 people who help us grow f…
July 23, 2025
The Cable Club League Rules
Have you ever wondered which Retro Games are worth your time in modern day, by popular demand? Our patented Retro Game League is the nostalgic game show where guests pitch us their favorite games on our show and we see how they stack up against each…
April 4, 2025
I have an unhealthy relationship with Pokemon Pocket TCG, so I made a set of Baby Pokemon cards during my child's nap time...0_0
The idea came from a desire to make a reasonable way for actual Pokemon to replace some of the supporters that comprise 16 out of 20 cards in every deck. IYKYK. All of these effects are triggered by evolution and could be done from the bench, but ha…
Recent Episodes
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March 30, 2026
Episode 71: Kingdom Hearts and Farewell
The guys dive into the unlikely partnership between Disney and Squaresoft, the two giants who gave us Kingdom Hearts. Join us for our last episode and thank you for all of your support. Our episodes may not be available on listening platforms in May, but our Youtube channel will remain open as will our discord. https://discord.gg/6qFX7bXH Our merch shop will stay open through 2026 and ALL profits will go to our extra life campaign as opposed to the previously stated 20%: https://the-cable-club
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March 16, 2026
Episode 70: Slay the Spire 2, Not What We Planned
On this episode the guys pivot to Slay the Spire 2, a card battling rogue-like that has them more excited than opening a PS2 on Christmas of Y2K. After shirking their podcast duties for 2-weeks playing the new release they sidelined the G42W selected from last episode, Kingdom Hearts and pushed their entire schedule back for 2026! Was it worth it? Come play games with us and our community. Join the Discord! discord.gg/YMjCAVWvNk\ Have a retro game you want us to play or have a question of the
March 2, 2026
Episode 69: Castle Crashers | Still the best couch co-op beat 'em up?
When barbarians princesses from the wrong kingdom the guys go stomping over the land, raising hell in their wake. Join the guys for all the new grounds nostalgia. Have a retro game you want us to play or have a question of the week for the show? Leave us a comment below or contact us with the methods below! Email: TheCableClubPodcast@gmail.com Our theme music is "Seahorse Dreams" by Kubbi: https://kubbi.bandcamp.com/ Find us here and in many more places: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/sh
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Feb. 16, 2026
Episode 68: Teens, Terrors and Terrible Decisions | Until Dawn 2015
In this episode of the Cable Club podcast, the hosts delve into the horror video game 'Until Dawn', exploring its characters, themes, and gameplay mechanics. They discuss the moral choices players face, the impact of the Wendigo mythos, and the character arcs throughout the game. The conversation also includes a review of the game's narrative structure and character dynamics, culminating in a tier list ranking of the characters based on their actions and significance in the story.
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Feb. 2, 2026
Episode 67: E.V.O. Search for Eden from a time long forgotten
In this episode of the Cable Club podcast, the guys dive into the extinct classic 'Evo: Search for Eden,' discussing its unique gameplay mechanics, themes of evolution and survival, and their personal evolution with the game. They also share their favorite esports moments, announce new merchandise, and highlight their partnership with Extra Life for charity. The name of the game is to evolve into a bigger and badder creature across the eras with Mother Earth herself, Gaia, as your guide. Thi
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Jan. 19, 2026
Episode 66: Final Fantasy 8 is so underrated.
Summary In this episode of the Cable Club podcast, hosts Steve, Dan, and Don dive deep into the world of Final Fantasy VIII, exploring its unique gameplay mechanics, emotional storytelling, and the nostalgia it evokes for players. They discuss the game's innovative approach to magic and character development, emphasizing how the junction system allows players to customize their characters in ways that can significantly impact gameplay. The hosts reflect on their personal experiences with the
About the Hosts
Steve
Co-Host / Episode Co-Author
Born of Thunder and Mars, Steve is all man. He likes to win and he's the most aggressive friend-maker. Whispers of his legends can be heard in the halls of Super Smash Bros. Melee and Magic the Gathering.
Dan
Co-Host / Editor in Chief
Mega-Dan Dilo was once the highest rank challenge player of the Mega Man X collection. He's a master of the Bostonian accent and voice impressions.