All Episode

Nov. 8, 2019

End of Season 5

It feels like forever ago that we were launching the show. Thank you to everyone who's been along for the ride. Season 6 starts soon. Original music by Lk.
Nov. 6, 2019

LAST OF US: The Final Decision [Part 2]

Lawerence and Leo explore the implications of the final decision in the game. They discuss the role of the Fireflies (1:40), the case for and against killing Ellie (7:07), and what they would do in Joel's shoes (21:50). This…
Nov. 1, 2019

Help us raise money for children's hospitals!

The team here at the Lore Party Podcast Network will once again be participating in Extra Life! Join us on November 2 at 10am EST for our 24-hour livestream and help us raise money for children's hospitals across 4 states. T…
Oct. 30, 2019

LAST OF US: The Final Decision [Part 1]

Lawerence and Leo explore the implications of the final decision in the game. They discuss the events that led to Ellie's abduction (2:45), Marlene's connection with Ellie's mother (9:00), and the brutal finality of Joel's d…
Oct. 28, 2019

STARCRAFT: The Xel'Naga Prophecy Sucks

Abu and Kevin explore why the Xel'Naga Prophecy is arguably the worst part of the Starcraft franchise. They discuss the role of prophecy in storytelling (1:44), the history of the xel'naga and their struggle with Amon (10:22…
Oct. 23, 2019

HALO: The ODSTs Are Unsung Heroes

Jaden and Conner explore the most underrated group of heroes in the entire Halo franchise: the Orbital Drop Shock Troopers. They discuss the origins of the elite ODST soldiers (3:27), how they live in the shadow of the SPART…
Oct. 16, 2019

LAST OF US: Joel's Bloody Resume

Lawerence and Leo explore the choices that defined Joel, from his time as a single father to becoming a ruthless hunter and smuggler. They discuss Joel's life before the CBI infection (2:31), how the death of Sarah affects h…
Oct. 7, 2019

MINIGAME: Mental Health in 'Neo Cab'

In the capitalist dystopian future of Neo Cab, mental health is a resource that has to be managed. Minigame is a short essay podcast produced and hosted by Michael Farris. Each bite-sized episode dives into the themes or cen…
Sept. 25, 2019

HALO: The Case for Grunt Supremacy

Jaden tries to convince Conner that the Grunts are the greatest threat to humanity. They discuss the advantages Grunts have due to their unique physiology (1:13), their role and place within the Covenant (14:26), and why the…
Sept. 23, 2019

STARCRAFT: Kerrigan Never Had a Choice

Abu and Kevin explore how Sarah Kerrigan was never truly given the choice to decide her own destiny. They discuss her tragic childhood and initiation into the Ghost program (3:28), her motivations as the Queen of Blades (18:…
Sept. 18, 2019

LAST OF US: David the Cannibal

Lawerence and Leo explore David's life before and after the CBI infection. They speculate about David's life before the infection (3:40), how David's cult following mirrors that of real-life killers (19:10), and the traumati…
Sept. 16, 2019

MINIGAME: How Bethesda Changed Fallout Forever

Bethesda may have launched the Fallout franchise to stardom, but what did they sacrifice to do it? Minigame is a short essay podcast produced and hosted by Michael Farris. Each bite-sized episode dives into the themes or cen…
Sept. 9, 2019

WITCHER: What to Know Before Watching the TV Show

New to the world of the Witcher? This episode is for you. Abu goes over everything about the Witcher novels, games, and universe that newcomers need to know before watching the upcoming Netflix show. Don't worry, this episod…
Sept. 4, 2019

LAST OF US: How Ellie's Tragic Past Defines Her

Lawerence and Leo explore Ellie's childhood, and how the tragedies of her past have come to define her. They discuss Ellie's upbringing (6:50), the horrible way she learned about her CBI immunity (18:07), and speculate about…
Sept. 2, 2019

UNCHARTED: When Nathan Drake Grows Up

Conner and Jaden are joined by Dan from The Greatest Story Ever Played to explore how both the Uncharted franchise and Nathan Drake grew up and matured. They discuss how the series became more grounded in reality over time (…
Aug. 28, 2019

BORDERLANDS: The Madness of Handsome Jack

Bhavya and Caleb attempt to jump inside the head of Handsome Jack and find the source of his insanity. They discuss whether Jack has always been insane (1:25), the effect the Vault of the Sentinel had on him (7:25), and the …
Aug. 26, 2019

MINIGAME: The Perfect Ending to Mass Effect

The original ending of Mass Effect 3 disappointed many longtime fans. The final piece of DLC for the game, titled Citadel, may have redeemed the trilogy. Minigame is a short essay podcast produced and hosted by Michael Farri…
July 24, 2019

FALLOUT: Reasons to Settle in Appalachia

Jaden is joined by Tom, host of the Fallout Lorecast and creator of the Robots Radio Podcast Network, to explore why someone would decide to settle down in Appalachia. They discuss how the area is nearly untouched by nuclear…
July 22, 2019

MINIGAME: The Cinematic Inspirations of Hideo Kojima [Part 3]

Michael concludes his exploration of legendary video game developer Hideo Kojima's cinematic inspirations. He examines Metal Gear Solid V's odd place in the franchise, and the cinematic techniques Kojima borrowed from filmma…
July 17, 2019

HALO: Hero and Demon

Conner and Jaden explore the dual legacy of the Master Chief: a hero and a demon. They discuss humanity's desperate fight against the Covenant (2:45), the mythological status of the Master Chief (10:44), and the fear he stri…
July 15, 2019

STARCRAFT: Raynor vs. Mengsk

Abu and Kevin compare the lives and legacies of Arcturus Mengsk and James Raynor. They discuss the similarities and differences of their upbringings (2:10), the tragic events that turned them into rebels (14:47), and how the…
July 10, 2019

BORDERLANDS: Why Some Lives Matter More Than Others

Bhavya and Caleb explore what makes some people's lives more valuable than other's in the brutal and deadly world of Borderlands. They discuss the nuance of life and death on Pandora (1:48), the emotional resonance of the de…
July 8, 2019

MINIGAME: The Cinematic Inspirations of Hideo Kojima [Part 2]

Michael continues his exploration of iconic video game developer Hideo Kojima's cinematic ambitions. In this episode, he dives into the campy adventures of Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater, and its similarities to the James B…
July 3, 2019

HALO: Child Soldiers

Jaden and Conner explore the horrific secrets of the Spartan-II and Spartan-III programs. They discuss the history of the iconic Spartan II super soldiers (1:33), the cheaper and more expendable Spartan-III soldiers (13:39),…