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Welcome to The Stage Select: a video game variety show hosted by Julian Titus and Justin Hamm! We guarantee that we'll talk about video games. Beyond that, you never know what (or who!) to expect each week.
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- Yesterday3h 15m
Episode 111: Besmirching the Good Name of Mini Cooper
It’s the last live episode for a bit, as Julian will be going under the knife to remove the cancer from his broken body. We leave you with a decent amount of games, some movies, and the return of Dr. Thad Powers! Fear not; the feed will not be totally dark. We’ll see you on the other side!00:00 Introduction, Did I Jot That Down?11:03 Show announcements and upcoming schedule14:24 Real talk (dropping kayfabe)24:46 007 First Light final thoughts37:17 Ghost Vanguard, Hololive Dreams, The Remake of the Ending of the Greatest RPG of All-Time57:13 Thad Powers: Alpha Doctor, Yo JTV Rapz01:27:07 Directive 802001:38:54 The Quarry02:06:21 Hamm and Titus at the Movies (Deep Water, The Cure, Wonderland, Traffik, Roadhouse (2024), Memento, The Campaign, Stepbrothers, Safety Not Guaranteed, The Fly (1986))Theme song and interstitial music by Megan McDuffee: https://meganmcduffee.comLogo and artwork by John GholsonAnnouncer: John GholsonJoin our Discord, learn about how you can support the show, and more: https://linktr.ee/TheStageSelectEmail: thestageselectpod@gmail.comCopyright 2024-2026 Space Monkey Mafia Productions
- 1 weeks ago3h 6m
Episode 110: That’s What Happens When You Assemble 12 Men
I’m not gonna lie; this very nearly was an episode of a video game podcast with zero video game discussion. Thankfully we had a couple final thoughts on some games before the show becomes Hamm and Titus at the Movies. Enjoy?00:00 Introduction, thanking listeners14:57 Dumping cheese sauce on a friend27:37 Final thoughts on The Devil in Me45:51 Final thoughts on Dredge50:35 Will We Cringe?01:02:27 Justin and Julian’s massive movie round-up (The Strangers Part 3, Godzilla Minus One, Twister, The Lighthouse, Backdraft, Barb and Star Go to Vista del Mar, Backdraft 2, RoboCop 2, RoboCop 3, Cocaine Bear, I Saw the TV Glow, Se7en, X, The Backrooms, The Man With Two Brains)02:49:15 Thanking our patrons and CQC (Comments, Questions, Concerns)Theme song and interstitial music by Megan McDuffee: https://meganmcduffee.comLogo and artwork by John GholsonAnnouncer: John GholsonJoin our Discord, learn about how you can support the show, and more: https://linktr.ee/TheStageSelectEmail: thestageselectpod@gmail.comCopyright 2024-2026 Space Monkey Mafia Productions
- 2 weeks ago2h 29m
Episode 109: They're From Oklahoma; No One Cares
This week Julian finished a couple of games, Justin watched some movies, and we take care of some business. We thank you for listening and supporting us in this difficult time.00:00 Introduction, drill bits, announcements17:13 YouTube tells creators weird stuff21:38 Justin can’t find anything to play, Final thoughts on Dave the Diver and its DLC30:21 Bouncing off of Midnight Suns, Dredge53:02 The Devil in Me01:04:20 Final thoughts on The Genesis Order01:20:05 Justin’s Movie round-up (Gone Girl, Detained, Passenger, The Sheep Detectives)01:47:03 Twisters, Tammy and the T-Rex02:02:02 Forbidden cookies02:13:59 CQC (Comments, questions, concerns)Theme song and interstitial music by Megan McDuffee: https://meganmcduffee.comLogo and artwork by John GholsonAnnouncer: John GholsonJoin our Discord, learn about how you can support the show, and more: https://linktr.ee/TheStageSelectEmail: thestageselectpod@gmail.comCopyright 2024-2026 Space Monkey Mafia Productions
- 3 weeks ago3h 10m
Episode 108: Priced Out of Gaming
It’s a heavy episode this week, as Julian’s health issues come to a head and the crazy news in the video game industry causes deep depression and has far-ranging implications for the future of this very podcast.00:00 Introduction, shelves12:34 Update on Julian’s health16:18 The sad reality of video game pricing (and the effect it has on The Stage Select)01:05:41 Kathy Rain01:12:49 Dave the Diver01:20:14 Midnight Suns01:44:36 WWE 2K26 and general wrestling game talk01:51:49 Final thoughts on Hades *FULL SPOILERS*02:03:42 Supergirl (2026)02:13:57 Justin’s movie round-up (The Strangers franchise, Project Hail Mary, Is God Is)02:37:04 Obsession *FULL SPOILERS*02:52:22 CQC (Comments, Questions, Concerns)Theme song and interstitial music by Megan McDuffee: https://meganmcduffee.comLogo and artwork by John GholsonAnnouncer: John GholsonJoin our Discord, learn about how you can support the show, and more: https://linktr.ee/TheStageSelectEmail: thestageselectpod@gmail.comCopyright 2024-2026 Space Monkey Mafia Productions
- 4 weeks ago2h 59m
Episode 107: How am I the Physical Representation of “Cursed”?
At last, Friend of the Show John Gholson returns! He’s had a busy year and we’re stoked to have him on for the first time in season three. Please enjoy catching up with him, and we also try some new things by interviewing some…interesting people!00:00 Introduction, snake murder08:55 Catching up with John43:37 Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, Monster Hunter Wilds, Beyond Galaxyland59:59 Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter Remake01:12:34 EXCLUSIVE: Interview with Sammy Kesselrun of Spoonshank Games01:33:09 Julian’s Demo Dumpster (Duskfade, ReStory: Chill Electronics Repairs, Silver Pines, Lady Death: Demonicron, Desktop Explorer, Hard Edge: Warzone)01:56:18 Hades (update)02:13:32 EXCLUSIVE: Interview with Karl Koreander of K. Koreander’s Antique Book Store02:21:56 Forbidden Solitaire (Justin’s thoughts)02:30:51 Justin’s movie round-up (The G, Don’t Breathe, Hungry)02:37:47 Obsession (light spoilers)Listen to John on the Digital Noise podcast! https://open.spotify.com/show/5opsKcZqCzh4qv0nPDfnonAlso listen to John on Junkfood Cinema! https://junkfoodcinema.com/supergirl-1984-with-john-gholson/Check out The Hip Pocket, and look forward to an upcoming episode with John! https://open.spotify.com/show/3THI6JD4MVojIeZjBbZM2cTheme song and interstitial music by Megan McDuffee: https://meganmcduffee.comLogo and artwork by John GholsonAnnouncer: John GholsonJoin our Discord, learn about how you can support the show, and more: https://linktr.ee/TheStageSelectEmail: thestageselectpod@gmail.comCopyright 2024-2026 Space Monkey Mafia Productions
- Jun 24, 20263h 32m
Episode 106: Constant Waves of Dudes
In the aftermath of so much video game news it’s time for us to catch up on stuff we’ve been doing for the past couple of weeks. Justin’s got way too few games and Julian has way too many. Then Julian has way too few movies and Justin has way too many. Balance in all things.00:00 Introduction, corrections from last week’s show24:45 An update on Julian’s health (feel free to skip to the next timestamp)34:20 Falling off of 007 First Light58:32 House of Ashes, The Adventure of Elliot01:10:07 Marvel Magic: The Gathering, UFC 601:37:50 Legacy of Kain: Ascension, Romeo is a Dead Man01:45:33 VA-11 HALL-A, Hades, Gitaroo Man02:02:53 Forbidden Solitaire02:14:41 Justin’s movie round-up (The Smashing Machine, The Bride, Hokum, Masters of the Universe, Over Your Dead Body, Eenie Meanie, Wrecking Crew, Everything Everywhere All at Once)02:59:17 Obsession03:06:59 CQC (Comments, Questions, Concerns)Theme song and interstitial music by Megan McDuffee: https://meganmcduffee.comLogo and artwork by John GholsonAnnouncer: John GholsonJoin our Discord, learn about how you can support the show, and more: https://linktr.ee/TheStageSelectEmail: thestageselectpod@gmail.comCopyright 2024-2026 Space Monkey Mafia Productions
- Jun 17, 20263h 33m
Episode 105: E Summer Game Awards Fest 3 2026
Hi there, folks! Keigh Geoffley here for another exciting edition of the E Summer Game Awards Fest 3! We have so many incredible games to show you, developer interviews, and even the reveal of a new console! Brought to you with the power of AI! Don’t fight it; it’s inevitable!Ahem. Julian here. If you’ve listened to the show for a while you know the drill: we talk about the “not E3” news packaged by a spoof of all things “not E3”. If you’re new here, buckle the hell up, because this is the craziest episode we’ve ever done!00:00 Introduction02:58 Summer Game Fest Opening Night Live01:02:13 Xbox Showcase02:15:59 Nintendo Direct03:02:49 Sweet Tea Games Direct03:16:39 Wishlist round-up, wrapping upTheme song and interstitial music by Megan McDuffee: https://meganmcduffee.comLogo and artwork by John GholsonAnnouncer: John GholsonJoin our Discord, learn about how you can support the show, and more: https://linktr.ee/TheStageSelectEmail: thestageselectpod@gmail.comCopyright 2024-2026 Space Monkey Mafia Productions
- Jun 10, 20263h 25m
Episode 104: I've Got X-tra Beef With That
It’s the calm before the storm. Sony has had their State of Play, which we cover, but that’s just the appetizer for next week. That’s right friends, Keigh Geoffley returns to host the E Summer Game Awards Fest 3 for 2026!00:00 Billowing fat plumes, announcements09:38 Sony State of Play 202601:12:21 007 First Light final thoughts01:43:39 Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter Remake final thoughts02:03:41 Justin’s movie round-up (Unhinged, Nanny Cam, The Hunt, The Barbie Movie)02:20:55 Making movies with friends, Backrooms, Masters of the Universe 202603:08:19 CQC (Comments, Questions, Concerns)Theme song and interstitial music by Megan McDuffee: https://meganmcduffee.comLogo and artwork by John GholsonAnnouncer: John GholsonJoin our Discord, learn about how you can support the show, and more: https://linktr.ee/TheStageSelectEmail: thestageselectpod@gmail.comCopyright 2024-2026 Space Monkey Mafia Productions
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