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Episode 41: One Year Later...

27 December 2025 34:16 Two geeks, one pod, infinite possibilities.

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About this episode

In this episode, Erik Wesslen and Jarrad Shaw celebrate the one-year anniversary of their podcast, discussing significant developments in AI, industry partnerships, and the impact of generative AI on gaming. They also pay tribute to the late Vince Zampella, share their holiday plans, and look ahead to upcoming movies and the year 2026.

Takeaways

Celebrating one year of podcasting is a significant milestone.

AI developments in 2025 have been groundbreaking and transformative.

Partnerships between major companies like OpenAI and Disney are reshaping the industry.

Controversies surrounding AI usage in gaming are becoming more prevalent.

Vince Zampella’s contributions to the gaming industry will be missed.

Holiday plans often include family gatherings and gaming.

Upcoming movies and series are generating excitement among fans.

The gaming industry is evolving rapidly with new technologies and trends.

Looking ahead to 2026, there are many anticipated developments.

Chapters

04:29 - AI in Everyday Life

09:43 - AI Controversies in Gaming

14:49 - Tribute to Vince Zampella

19:43 - Exploring New Games and Platforms

29:24 - Discussing Future Film Projects and Expectations



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