Episode 342: Fast Cars and Brotatoes

We kick off this week’s episode discussing the Legend of Zelda Oracle games being added to Nintendo Switch Online and our complicated histories with that pair of games. Then we leap into our first discussion topic: The Nintendo Switch release of “Brotato” and how the reductive tones that game and similar are discussed in relationship to larger focal points in the genre could lead to a lack of innovation in the indie gaming space, while Devon also shares his experiences playing the game for the first time. After that we tap into the second discussion topic: Luke Combs cover of Tracy Chapman’s 1988 hit “Fast Car” and help to unlock the mysteries surrounding the song’s newfound success, how the singer of those lyrics can help influence its meaning, and determine whether or not at this point it might just be considered an American StandardFinally, we briefly honor the passing of Paul Reubens and the celebration of his life that helped to brighten the pallor his passing this past week cast upon the world. Remember if you listened to some or all of this episode, we would love to hear from you via our email: [email protected]. Thank You!