MMOG Podcast Roundup: May 17th - May 23rd

By Michael Zenke
Every week, hardworking Massive gaming fans put their voices on the line to bring us news, opinions, and 'critiques' of their favorite games. Podcasts are a staple of many hobbies nowadays, and fans of online worlds are especially fortunate in this regard ... there are a ton out there.

As such, every so often we'll try to update you on the podcasting world. Keep your eyes on this space for links to your favorite MMO-commentary celebs. Good and bad, straight-man or blue-mouthed, they all have something to offer about this amazing style of gameplay.

Well worth listening to this week: Massively Speaking's fellow VirginWorlds collective member Voyages of Vanguard. VoV is one of the oldest VirginWorld podcasts, and has gone through a number of hosts over the years. Current hosts Luper and Beau have a great rapport, and are willing to really go at it in conversation if need be. This week they've got a huge argument going on the concept of raiding; thought-provoking and well worth giving a listen to.

Joystiq Network Podcasts:

  • Massively Speaking: Episode 6. Kyle and the regular cohosts talk ION and Age of Conan.

  • WoW Insider Show: Episode 38. Schramm is offline, but Turpster, Dan, Matt, and John take over the mic. Early paladin leveling, the latest patch, and the 'epic' nature of ten-man raids are all up for grabs.

VirginWorlds featured podcasts:

  • Voyages of Vanguard: Episode 41. PvP, playing with friends and family, and a huge beatdown on the concept of raiding.
  • Shut Up We're Talking: Episode 26. John and Scott join Karen and Darren to talk about the AoC Beta experiences, Guild Hopping, and the progression of gamers through to epic content.

  • TabulaCast: Episode 23. The NCsoft financials analyzed, Snipers clarified, and ideas for the TR Elder content.
  • The Addicted Gamer: Episode 12. Karen and Jay join Peter to talk EverQuest, WoW, and EVE.

Community Podcasts:

  • World of Warcast: Episode 57. How to get exalted rep on an Alliance character before you hit 40! And how it's totally different Horde-side.
  • Games For Windows: 05/22/2008. The GFW gang tackles Age of Conan, and that new movie about a guy that cracks a whip.
  • Gamers With Jobs Conference Call: Episode 85. The GWJ crew tackles Conan's launch and the huge issue of Hype.
  • The Instance: Episode 106. The third BlizzCon event discussed, and lots of speculation about Lich King.
  • Star Wars Galaxies with Yivvits and Mr. Bubble: Episode 95. Why wouldn't a Gungan want a pizza? Jar Jar, voicemail, and Pex's departure.
  • Epic Dolls: Episode 37. The ladies of Warcraft talk all about BlizzCon 08, the huge Lich King news drop, and an epic amount of Guild Drama.
  • The Jester's Court: Episode 99. The shocking reality of City of Heroes Issue 12.
  • Keen and Graev's AoCcast: Episode 1. Keen And Graev's first AoC 'cast talks all about Tortage, class choice, and the reality of questing in Hyboria.
  • Pet Food Alpha: Episode 101. Hating on the Windhurst Dynamis plus the highlights of dinging 60 with a BST.
  • DDOcast: Episode 68. An interview with the Stormbringers guild, the Arch Magi guild, and plenty of news! They also have tons of postings about the brand new Mod 7 content on the test server.
  • Channel Massive: Episode 42. The many issues with the Age of Conan Early Access program.

Official Podcasts:

  • SOE Podcast: Episode 36. Grimwell takes over news for Pex, and Domino (EQ2's Tradeskill dev) talks about that part of the game.
  • Official NCsoft Podcast: Episode Two. Episode Two of the official NC podcast tackles a long discussion with "Melissa "War Witch" Bianco, talking Issue 12 and CoH's rebirth. Episode 2.5. Task Force Omega's Alex Weekes talks what exactly the challenge is all about.

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