Explore every episode of the podcast Nintendo Maniacs
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| Third-Party games to play after Mario Kart | 25 Jun 2025 | 01:29:15 | |
Episode 99 This episode Josh is joined by fellow maniac Andrew, who he met whilst retro gaming hunting in Japan. Andrew has an impressive collection of Nintendo items in his collection. His YouTube channel is all about Nintendo and has teardowns, unique takes and more. Chapters: 0:00 Cold Open and Maniac Chat with Andrew 25:00 Question Mark Block! Discord Q&A - Third Party Games on Switch 2 1:00:30 New Release Acquired - Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour 1:18:30 Splatoon Raiders 1:24:00 Weird Nintendo
You can find Andrew and all of his work here: https://linktr.ee/N1ntenDr0me Support Us! If you would like to support Nintendo Maniacs, 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: Join our Discord for free: https://discord.gg/47TSQv6c4M 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. We’ve also introduced a 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. LINK: https://discord.gg/47TSQv6c4M Thank you so much to our Patrons: SwitchingItUp_ Game Buoy Games Sumo About Nintendo Maniacs! Nintendo Maniacs 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! | |||
| Donkey Kong Bananza Direct - Nintendo's Best Standalone Direct | 19 Jun 2025 | 00:32:15 | |
Nintendo has just revealed a 17 minute video giving the lowdown on Donkey Kong Bananza - coming out 17 July 2025. Josh and Drew team up to discuss everything shown in the video as well as why they think that was the best standalone Nintendo Direct presentation ever. Feel free to also check out the podcast! Support Us! If you would like to support Nintendo Maniacs, 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: Join our Discord for free: https://discord.gg/47TSQv6c4MPatreon!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. We’ve also introduced a 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. LINK: https://discord.gg/47TSQv6c4M Thank you so much to our Patrons: SwitchingItUp_ Game Buoy Games Sumo About Nintendo Maniacs! Nintendo Maniacs 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! | |||
| WE WENT TO JAPAN - Universal Studios, Nintendo stores, Pokemon Centres and Josh’s freaky time with Paranormasight | 23 Mar 2025 | 01:32:48 | |
Episode 90 This episode Josh is joined by his now wife, Mikayla to discuss their time in Japan. This episode covers their trip to Universal Studios Japan (including the new Donkey Kong Country), Josh’s weird in-life ordeal with a game called Paranormasight, and their pick ups from the various Nintendo stores and Pokemon Centres. 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 Join our Discord for free: / discord 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 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. Thank you so much to our Patrons: SwitchingItUp_ Game Buoy Games 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! | |||
| Creating a viral Super Mario Maker 2 world, Donkey Kong Country Returns HD & YOU can win a DK plush | 03 Feb 2025 | 01:20:03 | |
GIVEAWAY! To be in the running to win a Donkey Kong plush, you’re going to have to hunt for the KONG letters in this episode of the podcast. Keep an ear out for the four letter noises that will be scattered throughout. Make note of the minute they are played and let me know via email (nintenvaniapodcast@gmail.com) where they were and you’ll be in the running to win! Plus if you retweet the promotional post I do on Twitter/X you get a bonus entry! I will be announcing the winner during the following episode of NintenVania! Good luck! Episode 89 This episode Josh is joined by Metroid Mike! Mike created the very popular Super Mario Bros 5 within Super Mario Maker 2. We chat about he went about making the levels and more! Chapters: 0:00 Interview with Mike on Super Mario Bros 5 (Super Mario Maker 2) 43:45 New Release Acquired - Donkey Kong Country Returns HD 1:15:48 Weird Nintendo You can find Mike and all of his work at: Twitter/X: @Metroidmike64 His Super Mario Maker 2 Worlds: Super Mario Bros 5: 0G9-XN4-FNF Super Mario Bros Remix: 90V-9C9-3PF 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 Join our Discord for free: https://discord.gg/zAsxm53f 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 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. 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! | |||
| SWITCH 2 OFFICIALLY REVEALED | 17 Jan 2025 | 00:46:11 | |
Episode 88 Hey all, This is a very special joint episode of The House of Mario and NintenVania. I was joined by my podcasting buddy, Drew, to discuss that Switch 2 reveal. We discuss the look of the system, the name, the leaks, that Mario Kart tease and all of the hype in the lead up. You can find Drew and all of his work at: The House of Mario: https://thehouseofmario.captivate.fm/... X/Twitter: @idrewby @thehouseofmario YouTube: @thehouseofmario5050 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 Join our Discord for free: https://discord.gg/zAsxm53f 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 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. 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!
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| Our 2025 Nintendo Predictions and the Blue dog from Zelda finally won a race?? | 05 Jan 2025 | 02:09:48 | |
Episode 87 This episode Josh is joined by Drew Agnew, host of The House of Mario - a South Australian Nintendo podcast! Chapters: 0:00 Intro/ What we’ve been playing 28:39 Our 2025 Nintendo Predictions 2:03:03 Weird Nintendo Weird Nintendo Blue Dog Video: Why Majora's Mask's Blue Dog Took 25 Years to Win the Race https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y1l6Xj4PLEk You can find Drew and all of his work at: The House of Mario: https://thehouseofmario.captivate.fm/... X/Twitter: @idrewby @thehouseofmario YouTube: @thehouseofmario5050 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 Join our Discord for free: https://discord.gg/zAsxm53f 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 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. 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!
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| Favourite Christmas gaming memories and our real life Super Smash Bros moment | 23 Dec 2024 | 01:51:08 | |
Episode 86 This episode Josh is joined by his brother, Nick! In this episode they share their favourite Christmas gaming memories, gaming in the early 2000s, the literal Super Smash Bros moment they had together and more! You can find Nick and all of his work at: Instagram: @nickthunig 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 Join our Discord for free: https://discord.gg/zAsxm53f 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 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.
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| Reviewing Nintendo's 2024 and will they announce anything at The Game Awards? | 09 Dec 2024 | 01:50:59 | |
Episode 85 This episode Josh is joined by Barry Carenza of Nintendo Fuse podcast and also from Premium Edition Games Chapters: 0:00 Intro/Guest (Ice Climber Breakers) 7:00 What we’ve been playing 22:10 Nintendo Switch Online Updates 37:30 Nintendo at The Game Awards 50:02 Nintendo’s 2024 - Year in Review 1:45:50 Weird Nintendo You can find Barry and all of his work at: You can find Barry/Premium Edition Games on:Twitter/X:@HawkHellfire@PremiumEdition1 Nintendo Fuse: https://nintendofuse.com/podcast/ And Premium Edition Games:https://premiumeditiongames.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 Join our Discord for free: https://discord.gg/zAsxm53f 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 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.
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| Why are reviewers split on Mario & Luigi? And the addictive nature of Pokemon TCG Pocket | 18 Nov 2024 | 01:43:13 | |
Episode 84 This episode Josh is joined by DanPar aka Daniel who is a New York based Nintendo content creator making unboxing, review and gameplay videos on YouTube Chapters: 0:00 Intro/Guest (Ice Climber Breakers) 9:53 What we’ve been playing 34:15 Mario & Luigi: Brothership - New Release Acquired 1:09:22 Nintendo Financials 1:25:35 Switch successor backwards compatible 1:29:38 Donkey Kong Country Nintendo Direct 1:36:55 Weird Nintendo You can find DanPar (Daniel) and all of his work at: Twitch twitch.tv/danpar01 YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@DanPar @_danpar 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 Join our Discord for free: https://discord.gg/zAsxm53f 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 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. Link: 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!
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| Is Super Mario Party Jamboree the best in the series? And Nintendo finally lets us listen to their music | 04 Nov 2024 | 01:16:03 | |
Episode 83 This episode Josh is joined by SwiftJar who is a Nintendo content creator primarily focused on all things Mario Kart, Mario Party & Mario related topics with a big YouTube channel. Chapters: 0:00 Intro/Guest (Ice Climber Breakers) 9:50 What we’ve been playing 15:13 Super Mario Party Jamboree - New Release Acquired 49:55 Nintendo Switch Online Game Updates 54:36 Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition 59:25 Nintendo Music 1:10:30 Weird Nintendo You can find SwiftJar (Andrew) and all of his work at: Twitch Discord TikTok 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 Join our Discord for free: https://discord.gg/zAsxm53f 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 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. Link: 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! | |||
| Nintendo wants to make waking up fun and are they making an MMO?! | 24 Oct 2024 | 01:39:48 | |
Episode 82 This episode Josh is joined by Jefftendo who is an avid Nintendo collector with one of the best looking games rooms out there. Chapters: 0:00 Intro/Guest (Ice Climber Breakers) 17:30 PAX Australia 30:25 What we’ve been playing 39:00 Super Mario Party Jamboree 56:54 Alarmo! 1:15:35 The Nintendo Global Playtest is an MMO?! 1:26:06 Weird Nintendo You can find Jeff and all of his work at: Instagram: @jeff.tendo YouTube: jefftendo 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 Join our Discord for free: https://discord.gg/zAsxm53f 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 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. Link: 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! | |||
| Development secrets for Echoes of Wisdom and a real-life Mario who is actually a plumber and competed in the 'Olympics' | 06 Oct 2024 | 01:27:30 | |
Episode 81 This episode Josh is joined by Mikky as they record in person to disucss Echoes of Wisdom! Chapters: 0:00 Intro 8:21 New Release Acquired: Echoes of Wisdom 1:17:50 F-Zero NSO and F-Zero 99 1:22:00 Weird Nintendo 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 Join our Discord for free: https://discord.gg/zAsxm53f 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 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. Link: 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!
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| Recapping the Switch 2 Launch Weekend - Mario Kart World and Stapled Switch 2s? | 11 Jun 2025 | 01:56:53 | |
Episode 98 This episode Josh is joined by fellow maniac Ben Shuster who is the Editor in Chief at Qualbert.com and the Marketing & Content Specialist for Spunge Games! Chapters: 0:00 Cold Open 0:59 Maniac Chat with Ben 21:30 Question Mark Block! Discord Q&A 45:02 New Release Acquired - Mario Kart World 1:30:00 GameChat Summary 1:37:38 Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour Summary 1:46:40 Weird Nintendo You can find Ben and all of his work here: Website: https://www.qualbert.com/ X/Twitter: @Qualbert1 Support Us! If you would like to support Nintendo Maniacs, 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: Join our Discord for free: https://discord.gg/47TSQv6c4M 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. We’ve also introduced a 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. LINK: https://discord.gg/47TSQv6c4M Thank you so much to our Patrons: SwitchingItUp_ Game Buoy Games Sumo About Nintendo Maniacs! Nintendo Maniacs 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! | |||
| Have we seen what the Switch 2 actually looks like? | 22 Sep 2024 | 01:23:07 | |
Episode 80 This episode Josh is joined by Abram Buehner, a Senior Business Development Manager @ LostInCult, and the co-host of @BackLogBanter. Chapters: 0:00 Intro/Guest (Ice Climber Breakers) 20:30 What we've been playing 36:30 Nintendo's lawsuit against Pocketpair/Palworld 47:10 Chance Time - Switch Successor Rumours 1:16:38 Weird Nintendo You can find Abram and all of his work at: Twitter/X: @AbramBuehner @BackLogBanter 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 Join our Discord for free: https://discord.gg/zAsxm53f 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 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. Link: 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!
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| Why Emio: The Smiling Man is worth your time and Nintendo memes Concord | 08 Sep 2024 | 01:45:44 | |
Episode 79 This episode Josh is joined by Oliver Brandt - who is a staff writer at GLHF working on Men's Journal VG & Streaming and is the deputy editor and community manager of Vooks, which is a website dedicated to Australian Nintendo news, reviews, bargain roundups and more. He also hosts the Vookcast: Australia’s Nintendo Podcast Chapters: 0:00 Intro/Guest (Ice Climber Breakers) 15:30 What we've been playing 19:40 New Release Acquired: Emio - The Smiling Man 1:05:40 Nintendo Museum 1:12:08 Indie World/Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase 1:25:55 Chance Time - Switch Successor Rumours 1:38:40 Weird Nintendo You can find Oliver and all of his work at: Twitter/X: @Chocobalt Vooks: Vooks.net Men's Health: https://www.mensjournal.com/tag/streaming/ 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 Join our Discord for free: https://discord.gg/zAsxm53f 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 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. Link: 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!
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| Nintendo Live Sydney 2024 - Reactions | 03 Sep 2024 | 01:33:05 | |
Episode 78 This episode Josh is joined by Kieran (HopkGaming), Zach (Eggerino/Eggmond) and Dan (SwitchingItUp_) to discuss Nintendo Live Sydney 2024! Listen to find out what happened at the event, what worked well and didn't, and will the event ever return? You can find our guests work at: Zach (Eggerino/Eggmond) Twitter/X: @eggerino AND @blowcartpod Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/blowing-cartridges/id1522263460 Dan (SwitchingItUp_) Instagram: @switchingitup_ Tiktok: switchingitup_ Kieran (Hopk Gaming) Twitter/X: @hopkGaming YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@hopkgaming 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 Join our Discord for free: https://discord.gg/zAsxm53f 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 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. Link: 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!
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| People's biggest Nintendo bucket list games and Everybody 1-2 Switch topped the sales charts?? | 18 Aug 2024 | 01:22:16 | |
Episode 77 This episode Josh is joined by Chris Ticehurst - the host of the YouTube channel Nintendo Ninja News - a channel that covers the latest news and discussions on the world of Nintendo. Chapters: 0:00 Intro/Guest (Ice Climber Breakers) 14:10 What we've been playing 21:50 LoZ: Echoes of Wisdom Overview Trailer 28:20 Nintendo Multiplayer Sale 31:18 Chance Time - Switch Successor Rumours 48:25 The biggest Nintendo games you've never played 1:16:16 Weird Nintendo You can find Chris and all of his work at: Twitter/X: @nintyninjanews @christicehurst YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@nintendoninjanews Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/nintendoninjanews 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 Join our Discord for free: https://discord.gg/zAsxm53f 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 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. Link: 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!
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| Nintendo World Championships and eating cereal out of your Gamecube? | 04 Aug 2024 | 01:43:45 | |
Episode 76 This episode Josh is joined by SwitchingItUp_ (aka Dan) who is a prominent Australian Nintendo content creator and writer for Quest Daily. Chapters: 0:00 Intro/Guest 10:05 What we've been playing 23:40 Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition 1:01:58 The History of Nintendo World Championships 1:17:01 New Famicom Detective Club game 1:24:05 Nintendo Sales update 1:33:25 Pokemon Mystery Dungeon NSO 1:37:20 Weird Nintendo You can find Dan and all of his work at: Instagram: @switchingitup_ Tiktok: switchingitup_ X/Twitter:@switchingitup_
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 Join our Discord for free: https://discord.gg/zAsxm53f 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 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. 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!
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| No one is asking HOW is Emio? And a Zelda fan get jailed for carrying a replica Master Sword | 14 Jul 2024 | 01:04:11 | |
Episode 75 This episode Josh is joined by Brad Goodwin the founder of Next Play Australia. Chapters: 0:00 Intro/Guest 18:00 What we've been playing 29:40 Nintendo Switch Sports Basketball 33:03 EMIO??? 37:55 F-Zero 99 Update 40:30 NSO Updates 44:38 Games Media in Australia 56:59 Weird Nintendo You can find Brad and all of his work at: X/Twitter: @brad_exp and @NextPlayAU Website: https://next-play.com.au/ Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/2poywmH4BeIDKu7Rwy2STk?si=8fa2708ff1f843f9 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 Join our Discord for free: https://discord.gg/zAsxm53f 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 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. 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! | |||
| Luigi's Mansion 2 HD review roundup and someone tried to smuggle 350 Switch gamecards in their bra? | 30 Jun 2024 | 01:57:41 | |
Episode 74 This episode Josh is joined by Ben Schuster the founder of Qualbert.com and its Editor-in-Chief. They’ve also recently joined Toast Interactive as a Social Media & Senior Content Specialist.
You can find Ben and all of his work at: X/Twitter: @Qualbert1
Join our Discord for free: https://discord.gg/zAsxm53f Patreon! About NintenVania! | |||
| THE MOST SURPRISING NINTENDO DIRECT | 19 Jun 2024 | 01:07:15 | |
Episode 73 This episode Josh is doing a sole recording to share his thoughts on the June Nintendo Direct. And what a Direct it was! 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?utm_sou... Join our Discord for free: https://discord.gg/zAsxm53f 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 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?utm_sou... 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!
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| Nintendo Direct Predictions and YOU could win a $50 AUD Nintendo eShop card | 04 Jun 2024 | 01:22:49 | |
COMPETITION RULES To be in the running to win a $50 AUD (or eqivalent in another currency) Nintendo eShop gift card you need to do the following: -Go to YouTube and click on this video:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J_4BMjxIJIQ -Like the video on YouTube -Subscribe to NintenVania on YouTube -Comment on this video with your Nintendo Direct predictions based on the below categories: a) The date the Direct will air b) The opening announcement of the Direct c) Any three new Nintendo game announcements d) A non game announcement (special console, new controller, Amiibo etc) e) Two third party game announcements f) The ‘one last thing’ announcement of the Direct BONUS entry if you retweet the X post found here: https://x.com/nintenvania/status/1797938911957930481 One winner will be chosen at RANDOM with the winner to be announced on The House of Mario: A Nintendo Podcast following the actual airing of the Nintendo Direct. Entries close once the Nintendo Direct airs. Good luck! Episode 72 This episode Josh is joined by a Drew from The House of Mario (A Nintendo podcast). Together the two of them play a game to predict what they think will occur in the upcoming Nintendo Direct You can find Drew and all of his work at: The House of Mario: https://thehouseofmario.captivate.fm/... X/Twitter: @idrewby @thehouseofmario YouTube: @thehouseofmario5050 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?utm_sou... Join our Discord for free: https://discord.gg/zAsxm53f 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 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?utm_sou... 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! | |||
| Paper Mario: The Thousand Year Door is timeless and the gamers keeping the 3DS/Wii U online servers alive | 27 May 2024 | 01:20:04 | |
Episode 71 This episode Josh is joined by a video game reviewer and Deputy Editor for Player 2. They also produce a number of podcasts including the Dev Diary Podcast and the Hoops Crew - it’s Paul James!
You can find Paul and all of his work at: Linktree: https://linktr.ee/pauljamesgames Player 2: https://www.player2.net.au/author/paul-james/ Dev Diary Podcast: https://tr.ee/tferTyLEly
Join our Discord for free: https://discord.gg/zAsxm53f Patreon! About NintenVania!
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| Say hello to Nintendo Maniacs! Day 1 tips for your Switch 2 and celebrating the original Switch | 03 Jun 2025 | 01:37:54 | |
WE'VE REBRANDED! Say goodbye to NintenVania and hello to Nintendo Maniacs! This episode Josh is joined by fellow maniac Drew Agnew - who is the host of The House of Mario podcast! Chapters: 0:00 Cold Open 0:41 Introductions 3:25 Maniac Chat with Drew Agnew 7:20 Switch 2 hype 11:57 New format of Nintendo Maniacs 15:12 Question Mark Block! Discord Q&A 40:00 Day 1 Guide for Switch 2 1:00:00 Switch 1 Highlights 1:30:25 Weird Nintendo
You can find Drew and all of his work here: The House of Mario: https://thehouseofmario.captivate.fm/... X/Twitter: @idrewby @thehouseofmario YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@iDrewby Support Us! If you would like to support Nintendo Maniacs, 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: Join our Discord for free: https://discord.gg/47TSQv6c4M 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. We’ve also introduced a 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. LINK: https://discord.gg/47TSQv6c4M Thank you so much to our Patrons: SwitchingItUp_ Game Buoy Games Sumo About Nintendo Maniacs! Nintendo Maniacs 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! | |||
| Endless Ocean Luminous is for ASMR lovers and Nintendo bringing World Championship back | 12 May 2024 | 01:31:31 | |
Episode 70 This episode Josh is joined by Fulish Fuji who is a co-host of The Playstation Drive podcast, a streamer and also a fellow Australian (or Koala?).
You can find Fulish Fuji and all of her work on: Carrd: https://fulishfuji.carrd.co/ Twitch: FulishFuji Twitter/X: @fulishfuji Youtube: @FulishFuji
Join our Discord for free: https://discord.gg/zAsxm53f Patreon! About NintenVania! | |||
| The indie games to keep playing your Switch and why Samus will never be in Fortnite | 28 Apr 2024 | 01:36:08 | |
Episode 69 This episode Josh is joined by Alex Harding, founder of The INDIEXP and Cheif Editor of Switchaboo.
57:35 Indie World presentation You can find Alex and all of his work on:
@TheIndiEXP (https://theindiexp.com/)
Patreon! About NintenVania!
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| Ranking the BEST Nintendo peripherals and the competitive Pokemon Sleep scene | 14 Apr 2024 | 02:05:45 | |
Episode 68 This episode Josh is joined by a Barry Carenza of Premium Edition Games and co-host of the NintendoFuse Podcast. You can find Barry/Premium Edition Games on: Nintendo Fuse: https://nintendofuse.com/podcast/ And Premium Edition games: Patreon! About NintenVania!
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| Princess Peach Showtime standing ovation and the impossibe Super Mario Maker level | 01 Apr 2024 | 01:30:51 | |
Episode 67 This episode Josh is joined by a YouTube content creator and co-host of the Nintendo Drive. They love cost gaming including Animal Crossing, Stardew Valley and anything else that puts you in a chilled out mood, it's Lockleth!
You can find everything Lockleth on: https://lockleth.carrd.co/
Patreon! About NintenVania!
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| Why Mar10 Day will only get bigger and the real life Pokemon motorbike | 17 Mar 2024 | 02:00:59 | |
Episode 66 This episode Josh is joined by the co-host of the All N Podcast and host of Quarter Circle Forward. They’re a gamer, broadcaster, veteran and storyteller - It’s Eric!
You can find Eric on: X/Twitter: @AllN_Eric @allnpodcast Link to everything All N: https://linktr.ee/allnpodcast
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| Why the Splatoon 3 DLC is a must play and roundups of the Partner Showcase/Pokemon Presents | 03 Mar 2024 | 02:34:08 | |
Episode 65 This episode Josh is joined by the co-host of the Communication Error Podcast and Nintendo Power Cast, Cheezy!
You can find Cheezy on: X/Twitter: @cheezyc64 Tiktok: Cheezyc64 https://www.tiktok.com/@cheezyc64?lang=en
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| Why the Switch 2 can wait until 2025 and the BEST Super Smash Bros Amiibo | 18 Feb 2024 | 02:11:09 | |
Episode 64 1:29:55 The BEST Super Smash Bros Amiibo 2:01:39 Weird Nintendo
X/Twitter: @Tamazoid @eggerino You can find Blowing Cartridges at: X/Twitter: @Blowcartpod Facebook: BlowCartPod BlueSky: @blowingcartirdgespodcast Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/blowing-cartridges/id1522263460 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4wTuv1JNV2wzCYqQmoCVxk
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| Palworld is good for Pokemon and what Nintendo learnt from Metroid Prime 4 | 04 Feb 2024 | 01:31:02 | |
Episode 63 This episode Josh is joined by his Jeff aka Jefftroidvania. Jeff is a
gaming YouTuber, content creator, podcaster and a big fan of all things Metroidvania.
54:00 F-Zero 99 Update 57:05 Mario vs Donkey Kong Demo 59:05 Metroid Prime 4 Wishes 1:24:20 Weird Nintendo
Twitter/X: @jefftroidvania YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jefftroidvania Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/jefftroidvania LoZ/Splatoon Orchestra: Legend of Zelda Orchestra Concert Time
Splatoon 3 Deep Cut Concert Times
Weird Nintendo: https://www.nintendolife.com/news/2024/01/van-gogh-museum-fires-four-employees-following-pokemon-collaboration
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| Prince of Persia & Another Code kick off 2024 and a dog competes in AGDQ | 22 Jan 2024 | 01:57:21 | |
Episode 62
-X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/iDrewby (@idrewby) -YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@iDrewby (@idrewby) -The House of Mario: https://thehouseofmario.captivate.fm/listen Weird Nintendo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wwP5N44Lcd8
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| How does 2023 rank for Switch? And predicting the year ahead! | 14 Jan 2024 | 02:30:01 | |
Episode 61
X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/bucklepuff (@bucklepuff) Weird Nintendo: Tetris Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GuJ5UuknsHU
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| Development secrets of Mario Kart World and our top Gamnecube games for NSO | 26 May 2025 | 01:31:21 | |
Episode 96 This episode Josh is joined by Harrison, a co-host of the Nintendo Therapy podcast! Chapters: 0:00 Intro with Guest 5:06 Ice (Climbers) Breakers 13:36 What we've been playing 28:36 Switch 2 General Discussion 40:11 Mario Kart World Developer Secrets 1:00:36 Switch 1 Games Getting Upgrades 1:10:26 Gamecube Games we want on NSO 1:23:46 Weird Nintendo You can find Harrison and all of his work here: X/Twitter - @HarrisonTakes @nintendotherapy 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: Join our Discord for free: https://discord.gg/47TSQv6c4M 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 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. LINK: https://discord.gg/47TSQv6c4M Thank you so much to our Patrons: SwitchingItUp_ Game Buoy Games Stellardafellar 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! | |||
| Holiday gaming to do lists and the Batman Arkham Trilogy failure | 22 Dec 2023 | 00:53:36 | |
Episode 60
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| Nintendo at The Game Awards and holiday gift ideas | 10 Dec 2023 | 01:26:38 | |
Episode 59 This episode Josh is joined by Keiran for Hopk Gaming Chapters: 0:00 Intro 09:00 How to support the show and what we've been playing 16:40 Sora Amiibo 21:00 DK Country at Super Nintendo World 24:36 Three N64 games hit NSO 32:50 Nintendo Live 35:45 F Zero Classic Mode Update 41:03 The Game Award Winners 54:55 Nintendo-themed gift ideas 1:19:12 Weird Nintendo You can find Kieran on: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@hopkgaming X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/HopkGaming (@HopkGaming) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hopkgaming/ (@hopkgaming) 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 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! | |||
| Super Mario RPG in depth and what's required to work at Nintendo | 26 Nov 2023 | 02:00:26 | |
Episode 58 This episode Josh is joined by the Dan of SwitchingItUp_ ! Chapters: 0:00 Intro 12:15 How to support the show and what we've been playing 20:46 Super Mario RPG 1:06:06 Jet Force Gemini 1:13:25 Pokemon Concierge 1:15:55 Indie World 1:29:50 Game Award Nominations 1:50:55 Weird Nintendo You can find Dan on: TikTok: @switchingitup_ https://www.tiktok.com/@switchingitup_?_t=8dkTOCMBzGs&_r=1 Instagram: @switchingitup__ https://www.instagram.com/switchingitup__/ 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 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!
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| The HUGE risk-reward of a live-action Legend of Zelda movie | 12 Nov 2023 | 01:35:20 | |
Episode 57 This episode Josh is joined by the coffee-loving, cozy gamer Mikky! Chapters: 0:00 Intro 10:25 What we've been playing 37:38 Nintendo Sales Data 54:32 Wave 6 Mario Kart DLC updates 1:01:25 Live action Legend of Zelda movie 1:27:47 Weird Nintendo You can find Mikky on: Twitter/X/Instagram: @immikkydyer Thank you to Nintendo Life for the Super Mario RPG manual article.
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 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! | |||
| WarioWare Move It should have been a launch title and the subpar MGS Collection on Switch | 05 Nov 2023 | 01:44:40 | |
Episode 56 This episode Josh is joined by Barry Carenza of Premium Edition Games and Nintendo Fuse. Chapters: 0:00 Intro 2:00 Guest Intro 16:45 How to support the show 17:25 What we've been playing 25:50 WarioWare Move It! (New Release Acquired) 47:52 Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol 1 1:00:21 Mario Party 3 on NSO 1:07:16 ToTK Amiibo 1:14:30 New Nintendo Patent 1:22:33 NSO Halloween games 1:27:34 Wave 6 Mario Kart DLC 1:34:28 Weird Nintendo You can find Barry on: Twitter/X: @HawkHellfire @PremiumEdition1 Nintendo Fuse: https://nintendofuse.com/podcast/
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| Fun facts on Super Mario Bros Wonder and who the hell bought a Wii U in 2023? | 22 Oct 2023 | 01:59:25 | |
Episode 55 This episode Josh is joined by Kerry Palmer of Mini Map AU and a video editor for IGN as well. Chapters: 0:00 Intro 2:17 Guest Intro 16:15 How to support the show 16:53 What we've been playing 26:00 Super Mario Bros Wonder (New Release Acquired) 1:09:08 Ask the Developer (Super Mario Bros Wonder) 1:25:10 Analogue 3D 1:29:10 F-Zero 99 Update 1:53:00 Weird Nintendo You can find Kerry on:
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/NintenVaniaPatreon! 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 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/NintenVaniaAbout 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! | |||
| Detective Pikachu Returns isn't for you and Princess Peach's game art change | 17 Oct 2023 | 00:40:40 | |
Episode 54 It's just Josh this episode in his new room! Chapters: 0:00 Intro 1:01 Room tour 4:15 PAX 6:11 What we've been playing 9:47 Detective Pikachu Returns 24:28 Animal Crossing Lego 26:40 3DS and Wii U online shutting down 32:50 New Mario and Luigi Voice 35:43 Weird Nintendo 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 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! | |||
| PAXAUS 2023 - Nintendo's booth and all the indies | 09 Oct 2023 | 00:52:34 | |
NintenVania is back at PAX Australia for 2023! The podcast was lucky enough to be able to record at the Audio Technica booth with some awesome guests. JT was lucky enough to chat with: -Ben Schuster (Qualbert.com) - Alex Harding (IndieEXP and Switchaboo) - Zach (Blowing Cartirdges Podcast -Brendan (Blowing Cartridges Podcast) The five of them chat: -Super Mario Bros Wonder - Indies at PAX -Nintendo's booth, including the MyNintendo Store -Reflections on the weekend overall You can find the guests at: Twitter: @eggerino @tamazoid @qualbert1 @AlexdHarding @theIndiEXP @blowcartpod Website: Qualbert.com theindiexp.com Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/blowing-cartridges/id1522263460 Support Us!
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| F-Zero 99 is the best online Switch experience and what the Pokemon DLC gets right | 25 Sep 2023 | 01:46:25 | |
Episode 52 This episode we’re discussing:
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| NINTENDO DIRECT REACTIONS - REMAKES DELUXE | 15 Sep 2023 | 01:09:00 | |
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| We had free rein at the Switch 2 Experience in Melbourne | 16 May 2025 | 00:39:53 | |
Episode 95 This episode Josh goes over his time at the Switch 2 Experience in Melbourne!Check out his thoughts on the hardware, the games and the event itself. 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: Join our Discord for free: https://discord.gg/47TSQv6c4MPatreon!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 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. LINK: https://discord.gg/47TSQv6c4MThank you so much to our Patrons:SwitchingItUp_Game Buoy GamesStellardafellarAbout 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! | |||
| Super Mario Bros Wonder Direct and celebrating 50 episodes! | 03 Sep 2023 | 02:02:54 | |
Episode 50!
This episode Josh is joined by Drew Agnew from The House of Mario! 20:03 How you can support us 35:20 Excitebike 64 42:25 Charles Martinet no longer the voice of Mario 1:06:22 Super Mario Bros Wonder Direct
You can find Drew on:
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| Rare games found in 2nd hand consoles and Pokemon Presents fury | 20 Aug 2023 | 01:12:58 | |
This episode Josh is joined by by Nom from ABC Gamer! Chapters: 0:00 Intro and guest 9:45 How you can support us 10:15 What we've been playing 20:30 Pokemon Presents 48:35 Red Dead Redemption on Switch 51:21 Splatoon 3 Season and Amiibo 55:32 Topic - StreetPass in 2023 1:04:53 Weird Nintendo - Rare game found in 2nd hand GameCube 1:10:52 Farewell In this episode they go over:
You can find Nom on:
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| Why the Zelda Oracle games are AMAZING and which Pikmin type is the best | 06 Aug 2023 | 01:40:46 | |
This episode Josh is joined by by Johniibo! In this episode they go over:
You can find Johniibo on:
https://www.youtube.com/@CommunicationErrorPodcast
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| Barbenheimer? Nah it's all about PIKMIN 4! | 24 Jul 2023 | 01:16:13 | |
This episode Josh is joined by by beautiful fiancee, Mikky! In this episode they go over:
You can find Mikky on: Twitter: @immikkydyer Instagram: @immikkydyer
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