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Ep. 422 - Gearslop
Our heroes convene to discuss the Sega Game Gear, the most satisfying punch in video games, and sports MMOs. Hosted by Alex Jaffe, with Frank Cifaldi, Ash Parrish, and Brandon Sheffield. Edited by Esper Quinn, original music by Kurt Feldman.SHOW NOTES:Half Price BooksPlayStation 3Sonic the Hedgehog seriesResistance: Fall of ManMadden seriesLEGO Star Wars: The Video GameCriterion ClosetSeverin FilmsJoe DantePirhana (1978)Gremlins (1984)The Howling (1981)Small Soldiers (1998)Synapse FilmsRent-A-Re...
Ep. 421 - Clearing the Question Hole
Frank, Ash, and Brandon spend the end of the year clearing out the Question Hole, finding brainslop, Tommy Tallarico’s new alias Sammy Salazar, and the death of Sonic the Hedgehog.Hosted by Alex Jaffe, with Frank Cifaldi, Ash Parrish, and Brandon Sheffield. Edited by Esper Quinn, original music by Kurt Feldman.SHOW NOTES:“Earth friend, if you want to stay alive, turn off the computer.”Persona seriesThe HierophantThe TowerThe High PriestessThe ChariotMagical Drop seriesTarotWonderSwanSega S...
Bonus Credit 420 - Four Foot Twenty
Alex Jaffe has never gotten high before recording this episode, but as Insert Credit approaches the funny weed number, he decides to go method. Listen as he takes about 5-7mg of a gummy (it’s legal in New York) and walks you through the process of writing the questions for an episode of our show, as well as the process of getting stoned for the first time. Plus banter with the cunning and good looking Esper Quinn, processing family trauma, and the Vow of the Gray Warden.SHOW NOTES:THCCBDEp. 41...
Ep. 420 - The Weed Episode, with Patrick Miller
Insert Credit Fighting Game Correspondent, author, and cannabis connoisseur Patrick Miller joins the panel to answer questions Jaffe wrote while stoned, and play another round of Smokey Bong Bluntry. Hosted by Alex Jaffe, with Frank Cifaldi, Ash Parrish, Brandon Sheffield, and Patrick Miller. Edited by Esper Quinn, original music by Kurt Feldman.SHOW NOTES:HouseHIPAACannabis“The laws of this castle require that your friends be transformed into cards.”patreon.com/insertcreditMemento (2000)Bor...
Insert Credit Gaiden #15 - The 2025 Feast, with John Linneman
DigitalFoundry’s John Linneman returns for what is seemingly becoming an annual event: sitting with Brandon Sheffield to discuss games purchased while in Japan.Edited by Esper Quinn, original music by Kurt Feldman.SHOW NOTES:1: Brandon’s F1 Triple Battle, F1 Circus Special: Pole to Win, and F1 Circus '92Moto RoaderMotoroader MCPC EngineMega Drive2: John’s Ridge Racer V demo and Japanese Ridge Racer 6Ridge Racer8-4Xbox 3603: Brandon’s Out Live: Be Eliminate YesterdayOut LiveSunsoftKil...
Ep. 419 - Half-Life 3: Rd Person
Guest host Esper Quinn asks Frank, Ash, and Brandon about Xbox’s Black Friday failure, The Game Awards, and creative uses for soy sauce.Hosted by Esper Quinn, with Frank Cifaldi, Ash Parrish, and Brandon Sheffield. Edited by Esper Quinn, original music by Kurt Feldman.SHOW NOTES:Nu metalXbox 360“It’s not just me—there’s a trillion of us!”Toledo, OhioCyberpunk 2077Simple Flashlight modFallout: New VegasViva New VegasWorld of WarcraftDragon Age seriesHonda PreludePontiac Tempest1: Vane...
Ep. 418 - Keep Cringe Alive, with Vanessa B
Crystal Dynamics and GDQ Community Manager Vanessa B joins Ash and Brandon to talk about Horses discourse, engaging with game communities, and Juri’s feet. Hosted by Alex Jaffe, with Ash Parrish, Brandon Sheffield, and Vanessa B. Edited by Esper Quinn, original music by Kurt Feldman.SHOW NOTES:Discord“They hate me…But I still have to shop”Color blindnessDiablo seriesLeague of LegendsCrystal DynamicsGames Done QuickVanessa B AKA PleasantlyTwstdBloodborne1: What’s the best community in s...
Insert Credit Gaiden #14 - Arcadevania, with Ben Fiquet
At Tokyo Game Show 2025, Necrosoft’s Brandon Sheffield (Demonschool, Hyper Gunsport) interviews Lizardcube’s Ben Fiquet (Shinobi: Art of Vengeance, Streets of Rage 4) on animation, working with larger studios, and the right amount of exploration in action games. Edited by Esper Quinn, original music by Kurt Feldman.A SMALL SELECTION OF THINGS REFERENCED:LizardcubeBen FiquetShinobi: Art of VengeanceStreets of Rage 4DIRTBAGS: You can submit your questions to the show using this form. And, than...
Ep. 417 - Large Mangle
Frank, Ash, and Brandon hang out and talk about Steam’s censorship, friendslop, and the Never Gonna Give You Up of video games. Hosted by Alex Jaffe, with Frank Cifaldi, Ash Parrish, and Brandon Sheffield. Edited by Esper Quinn, original music by Kurt Feldman.SHOW NOTES:“I may be damp, but I have a cheerful character!”Tootsie RollHalf Price BooksSpider-Man: Spirits of the EarthFireball Cinnamon WhiskyJeppson's MalörtCarly Rae JepsenNew car smellAutoeroticism1: How, if at all, should v...
Bonus Credit 60 - Elves Aren't Monsters
Hey all, Esper here. Usually I try and think of some goofy framing device for the Bonus Credit show notes, but this month I just wanted to be up front and thank you directly for being a part of Insert Credit. We have a good time making this show and you make it possible, so please enjoy us brainstorming on a comics podcast idea, horror movie talk, and some very earnest moments of appreciation for each other at the end. Stay safe, stay warm, stay fed, and have a good one!A SMALL DESCRIPTION OF EP...
Ep. 416 - Impulse Rifle
A game historian, a game journalist, and a game developer discuss Half-Life 3, The Game Awards, and mpreg.Hosted by Alex Jaffe, with Frank Cifaldi, Ash Parrish, and Brandon Sheffield. Edited by Esper Quinn, original music by Kurt Feldman.SHOW NOTES:DemonschoolMpregArnold SchwarzeneggerMr. Mom (1983)Junior (1994)Joe PesciMichael KeatonBeetlejuice (1988)Hideo Kojima“Welcome to the virtual zone. I hope you enjoy yourself.”Kasha varnishkesLancaster, PennsylvaniaShake WeightAmerica’s Test Kitch...
Ep. 415 - The Demonschool Episode
Go back to hell! Insert Credit celebrates the release of Demonschool by analyzing trends in indie releases, the best grids in games, and of course, woke.SHOW NOTES:Tooth ProtectorsNumber MunchersPac-ManPrince“Dearly beloved, we are gathered here today…”DemonschoolPreacherGarth EnnisElder Scrolls seriesDemonologySuccubusHollow Knight: Silksong1: What’s the difference between setting a video game in high school and setting a video game in college? (03:33)Persona 5TalmudConeheads (1993)Kurt...
Ep. 414 - Insert Credit Does Not Endorse Drunk Driving
Our beloved heroes convene for games that are clearly psyops, the Rocky Horror Picture Show of video games, and the shocking return of the Improv Zone. Hosted by Alex Jaffe, with Frank Cifaldi, Ash Parrish, and Brandon Sheffield. Edited by Esper Quinn, original music by Kurt Feldman.SHOW NOTES:“Yow! A filthy man is here! Leave!”Sailor Moon1: Pro_Kesadia asks, if you could choose any character from any source of media to be your mentor for any profession who would it be (02:04)ChalkI Don'...
Ep. 413 - Men Be Shopping, with Pro_Kesadia
Streamer and esports commentator Pro_Kesadia joins the panel to cover Halo on PlayStation, 4th-party game studios, and the Knife Economy. Hosted by Alex Jaffe, with Frank Cifaldi, Ash Parrish, Brandon Sheffield, and Pro_Kesadia. Edited by Esper Quinn, original music by Kurt Feldman.SHOW NOTES:“Long have I sought what would be my greatest achievement. A spell to summon an anvil and deposit it on the head of my foe, from a height. It torments me still. I will prevail!”GalagaPippolsStranger of ...
Ep. 412 - Specdracular 2025
Fearsome Frank Cifaldi, Ash And Bones Parrish, and Brandon Deathfield mash through FMV horror games, nepo babies, and a surprising Alucard cameo in the spookiest episode of the year. Hosted by Alex Jaffe, with Frank Cifaldi, Ash Parrish, and Brandon Sheffield. Edited by Esper Quinn, original music by Kurt Feldman.SHOW NOTES:1: Colin Spacetwinks asks, what would be the best horror story to turn into an FMV point-and-clock adventure? (01:43)The Blair Witch Project (1993)Silent Hill fEugene Levy’...
Ep. 411 - Zebrataur, with Colin Spacetwinks (Updated)
(A previous version of this episode had poor quality audio for Brandon. This has been fixed everywhere except the SICK FREAK MIX, where Brandon's audio has been made 5x worse. Thank you -esper)Writer and photographer Colin Spacetwinks joins the panel to talk about discovering new games, games for furries, and the correct pronunciation of FIFA. Hosted by Alex Jaffe, with Ash Parrish, Esper Quinn, Brandon Sheffield, and Colin Spacetwinks. Edited by Esper Quinn, original music by Kurt Feldman.S...
Bonus Credit 59 - Billy Crystal Was the Red M&M Before Billy West, Says Alex Jaffe
Do YOU need Bonus Content FAST? Do you need EXCLUSIVE JOKES and INTERESTING DISCUSSION you WON’T hear anywhere else? Then come on down to Insert Credit Patreon where we have deals on content like Brandon’s thoughts on hop water! A selfie of Frank with a giant fiberglass cow! Jaffe getting the voice actor for the red M&M wrong! Ash discussing the terrifying ordeal of surgery! Plans to console-ize a phone to create the ultimate J2ME game machine! And QUITE A BIT MORE!!A SMALL DESCRIPTION OF EP...
Ep. 410 - Games Somerton, with Mathew Kumar
Writer and developer Mathew Kumar guest hosts the panel, covering the Balatro of coin flips, Bitmap Books bad decisions, and especially crude actions performed by Rabbids.Hosted by Mathew Kumar, with Frank Cifaldi, Ash Parrish, and Brandon Sheffield. Edited by Esper Quinn, original music by Kurt Feldman.SHOW NOTES:Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of LibertyGremlins (1984)“Avatar! Northern Britannia has entered into a new age of enlightenment!”1: Why are coin flips so hot right now? (02:47)Unfair Fli...
Ep. 409 - Silent Hilf
Frank Cifaldi, Ash Parrish, and Brandon Sheffield cover Silent Hill f, the sacrifice of EA to the monster of private capital, and thirty PlayStation hot takes. Hosted by Esper Quinn, with Frank Cifaldi, Ash Parrish, and Brandon Sheffield. Edited by Esper Quinn, original music by Kurt Feldman.SHOW NOTES:Laparoscopy“Don’t you dare throw chunks.”Tetris EffectLumines AriseSilent Hill fHollow Knight: SilksongRhythm Heaven1: Y’all playin’ that Hilf? (05:29)Silent Hill seriesAl YangKonamiKing...
Ep. 408 - Nacho Cheevos, with Merritt K, Simone de Rochefort, and Liz Ryerson
Special guests Simone de Rochefort, Liz Ryerson, and merritt k have a very normal episode discussing obscure Doom wads, action game brand deals for jeans, and sending celebrities to Silent Hill. Hosted by Alex Jaffe, with Merritt K, Simone de Rochefort, and Liz Ryerson. Edited by Esper Quinn, original music by Kurt Feldman.SHOW NOTES:Simone de RochefortFrank CifaldiLiz RyersonAsh Parrishmerritt kBrandon SheffieldSimone de Rochefort“Shucks! Well, let’s go for a kill time.”1: What is the mos...
Ep. 407 - Generosity Friend, with Lucy James
Gamespot’s Lucy James joins the panel to cover the Nintendo Direct, $100,000 collector’s editions of games, and being friends with Sonic characters. Hosted by Alex Jaffe, with Frank Cifaldi, Ash Parrish, and Lucy James. Edited by Esper Quinn, original music by Kurt Feldman.SHOW NOTES:Metal Gear Solid Δ: Snake EaterCalorieMateHideo KojimaMetal Gear Solid: The Twin SnakesRobert RedfordYuji NakaDiddy KongPathologic 2The DarknessSilent Hill seriesHollow Knight“For the Generosity friends. For ...
Bonus Credit 58 - Check Out My Shirt
At the dawn of time, there was only void. But then, by the great hand of the Patron, the void was lifted, and Bonus Credit found scuttling beneath! Time itself was shaped by Frank’s thoughts on what constitutes Triple A Gaming, Ash’s feelings about vtubers, and an exclusive tease of a potential ranking episode. All glory to the Bonus Credit!A SMALL DESCRIPTION OF EPISODES PULLED FROM:(Ep. 400) Pre-show. Esper and Frank were going to have Secret Cat Talk Stuff, but Jaffe walked in, and as som...
Ep. 406 - Sextuple A, with Esper Quinn
Podcast Editor and Game Industry Analyst Esper Quinn joins the panel to cover why Silksong’s price doesn’t matter, what the A’s in AAAAA-Game stand for, and the Loudness War. Hosted by Alex Jaffe, with Frank Cifaldi, Ash Parrish, Brandon Sheffield, and Esper Quinn. Edited by Esper Quinn, original music by Kurt Feldman.SHOW NOTES:GDQPeanut Butter the Speedrunning DogIvan Drago“It’s a Russian taunt”Void StrangerMetal Gear Solid Δ: Snake EaterHollow Knight: SilksongSid Meier's Civi...
Ep. 405 - Rear Tickle
The panel discusses the best pixel artists, Clair Obscur’s greatest weakness, and In Which Lake Is Carmen Sandiego? Hosted by Alex Jaffe, with Frank Cifaldi, Ash Parrish, and Brandon Sheffield. Edited by Esper Quinn, original music by Kurt Feldman.SHOW NOTES:MS-07B GoufPanel liningGoof Troop“Use R to prevent the world’s collapse!”ForspokenPC EngineSega SaturnVegetarianism1: How do you pick a video game release date? (06:44)DemonschoolWhy Demonschool Got Delayed, Even Though It’s Nothin...
Insert Credit Gaiden #13 - The Intended Game, with Oli Clarke Smith
ONE DAY EARLY for Patrons! Promise Mascot Agency and Paradise Killer game director Oli Clarke Smith goes on a game dev deep dive with Demonschool’s Brandon Sheffield, discussing everything from tooling, workflows, localization, voice acting, making a “PS2-style” game, and of course, movement mechanics. Hosted by Brandon Sheffield, with Oli Clarke Smith. Edited by Esper Quinn, original music by Kurt Feldman.SHOW NOTES:Kaizen Game WorksPromise Mascot AgencyParadise KillerNecrosoft GamesDemon...
Ep. 404 - What Could Possibly Go Wrong?
Frank Cifaldi, Ash Parrish, and Brandon Sheffield discuss Demonschool’s release date getting sniped by Silksong, thoughts on lost media, and E3ster. Hosted by Alex Jaffe, with Frank Cifaldi, Ash Parrish, Brandon Sheffield. Edited by Esper Quinn, original music by Kurt Feldman.SHOW NOTES:Dubai chocolateLabubuMatchaLatteDick Taylor Craft ChocolateZone of the Enders: The Fist of MarsGame Boy AdvanceNintendo Entertainment SystemBattlefields of NapoleonVideo Game History FoundationNintendo DSAce At...
Ep. 403 - It's Okay to Shut Up, with Victoria Tran
Innersloth Communications Director, Wholesome Games organizer, and author Victoria Tran joins the panel for game industry tax tips, thoughts on the “cozy game” genre, and checking Ash’s sauce privilege. Hosted by Alex Jaffe, with Frank Cifaldi, Ash Parrish, Brandon Sheffield, and Victoria Tran. Edited by Esper Quinn, original music by Kurt Feldman.SHOW NOTES:InnerslothOuterslothGunplaMax Headroom“So long, gay Bowser!”RX-78-2Mobile Fighter G GundamWholesome GamesGame Developer Conferenc...
Ep. 402 - This Man's Sky
The finest minds in video games discuss The Sims 5, good sewer levels, and playing CD-i games with Eugene Levy. Hosted by Alex Jaffe, with Frank Cifaldi, Ash Parrish, and Brandon Sheffield. Edited by Esper Quinn, original music by Kurt Feldman.SHOW NOTES:Computer Entertainer MagazineCES“Doot doodoot doot dootdoot dootdoot doodoooooooo!”Abner Doubleday1: Liz Ryerson asks, are there any actually good sewer levels? (03:05)Sewer Surfin’BattletoadsTurbo TunnelTeenage Mutant Ninja TurtlesBullet ...
Bonus Credit 57 - Podcasts Are Bad For Your Health
Congratulations! You’ve been selected to receive a smattering of bonus materials from episodes 394-397 of Insert Credit Show!Congratulations! You’ve been selected to receive a smattering of bonus materials from episodes 394-397 of Insert Credit Show! To claim your prize, merely open the sound file these show notes are attached to in your compatible audio player of choice, to enjoy Ash’s vampire romantasy drama and its inspiration, inadvertent repetition of a joke concerning Brandon’s rec...
Ep. 401 - Let's Gather Some Magic, with Esper Quinn
Video editor, white-blue-black player, and show note writer Esper Quinn planeswalks with the panel to discuss their first experiences playing Magic: the Gathering. Hosted by Alex Jaffe, with Frank Cifaldi, Ash Parrish, Brandon Sheffield, and Esper Quinn. Edited by Esper Quinn, original music by Kurt Feldman.SHOW NOTES:CarddassBandaiCapcomNamco“Ach! Hans, run! It’s Insert Credit!”Orzhov SyndicateSelesnya ConclaveEsperObscuraMagic: the GatheringRavnicaHouse DimirStreet Fighter seriesIzzet Le...
