Articles by Inside the Gamer

Shae’s Way: Embarrassing Moments

Shae’s back from his break and is eager to talk about his time in boot camp as a United States marine. He and Jay also share a few embarrassing moments while discussing the virtues of hazing both in and out of the military. Shae also talks about meeting R.W. Goodwin from The X-Files and a small role he played in a Goodwin-directed short film, Final Score. Click here to check out the film and get a…

Jay’s Say: Dad to Dad

With Jay recently becoming a gamer dad, he sits down with his father to discuss what it was like being the dad of a gamer. Shae sits one out while Jay talks with his dad about childhood entertainment throughout the years, from kicking the can to handball to Super Mario Bros. This episode of the Inside the Gamer podcast is sponsored in part by Dark Tower Games. Located in Bellingham, WA, Dark Tower Games strives to…

Shae’s Way: Heroes in a Half Shell

Podcasting from the parking lot of an abandoned strip mall, from cartoons to the big screen, we take a look at all things TMNT (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles). We kick off the episode with a brief Clinton email clarification from a previous podcast: Trump Talk at Party City. Then we jump into a few payphone shenanigans before Shae shares his infatuation with turtle power and Jay tells us about his childhood hangout in the Houston…

Jay’s Say: My Bumbershoot Opens Big

This episode we’re joined by Angela, ITG’s gamer psychology blogger, to talk about her recent experience at Bumbershoot, Seattle’s annual international music and arts festival. Angela shares her experiences with first kisses and online dating, Shae tells us what it’s like to kiss on stage, and Jay confesses about chickening out with a stripper. Shae also unburdens his frustrations with socialized medicine and corporate sexual harassment rules. To check out her blog, visit: Angela’s Angle…

Shae’s Way: Trump Talk at Party City

This episode we talk politics from the parking lot of Party City. Shae sticks to his resolve that only Trump can make America great again while Jay shares his fears for the insanity that could follow in Dangerous Donald’s wake. Shae also gives us a recap of the Magic: The Gathering (MTG) event, Conspiracy to Take the Crown at Dark Tower Games, and shares a little insight into Madden NFL 17. Other topics include posting ads…

Jay’s Say: The Beatles and the Bieb

This episode we take a look at Beatlemania. Kevin from Skill and Bones Radio sits in with us as we talk about the Beatles. Jay discusses his transition from Beatles hater to lover, and Shae sticks to his claim that Justin Bieber’s talent overshadows the Fab Four. We also discuss the new CNN series, The Sixties, as well as popular board games from that era. This episode of the Inside the Gamer podcast is sponsored…

Shae’s Way: Inside the Gathering

From your local game store to international events, Magic has gathered a strong and steady following of dedicated players. This episode we discuss our experience with Magic: The Gathering (MTG) and talk about the money to be made playing in MTG events. Jay also gives us recap of the Ordo Fanaticus Club Challenge while Shae shares his disdain for Lord of the Rings and all manner of creatures under four feet. And, if you’re in the…

Jay’s Say: Go Go Power Gamers

Joined by Loren from Skill and Bones Radio, we discuss the competitive nature of the Warhammer 40K community and events. Jay brings up talk regarding some nefarious activity going on in local gaming communities, and we take a look at video game classics Street Fighter and Mortal Combat. This episode of the Inside the Gamer podcast is sponsored in part by Dark Tower Games. Located in Bellingham, WA, Dark Tower Games strives to create a…

Shae’s Way: Porn Please?

From Playboy to Pornhub, this episode we talk pornography in magazines, on screen, and in the home. Duncan from North Korean Zombies joins us to share a few personal anecdotes, talk about Italian culture, and get schooled on Marisa Tomei. He also brings with him a surprise beverage that we all have trouble keeping down. Previously, Shae and Jay talked at length about their fondness for Ms. Tomei. To listen to the episode, visit: Uncontrollable Urges. To…

Jay’s Say: Childe Gamer to the Dark Tower Came

Thinking about opening your own game store? This episode we talk with Nathaniel, owner of Dark Tower Games in Bellingham Washington. He breaks down basic steps for starting and running a successful game store, as well as provide us with a storeowner’s perspective on the hobby. We’ll also talk about emerging trends in the Warhammer 40K scene and take a look at Community Comp, a community-created system designed to provide a fair grading matrix for Warhammer…