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The Hivemind Escape Podcast

By Hivemind Escape Podcast

In this podcast, we discuss our adventures in Escape Rooms, as well as all things Escape Room related.
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Episode Seven - Free-bees

The Hivemind Escape PodcastFeb 10, 2020

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Episode Twenty Seven - 2021 A Year in Review

Episode Twenty Seven - 2021 A Year in Review

Hello listeners! It's been a heck of a long year, and a long time since our last post. So much is going on and we're in a constant state of flux, but we haven't forgotten about you! Please enjoy this episode of us rambling about our 2021, and all the joy it brought us. From new places, to new friends, to new loved ones added to our life, 2021 has brought us tremendous joy. 

#puzzles #escaperooms #escaperoom #roomescape #escaperoomenthusiasts #couples

Jan 12, 202241:11
Episode Twenty Six - Spooktober is Upon Us

Episode Twenty Six - Spooktober is Upon Us

BOO!

Welcome back listeners to another episode of the Hivemind Escape Podcast. This weeks episode we talk about all things spooky, from what we've been up to, all the way to our favorite spooky rooms across the country and world!


Timestamps

Room 13 11:00

Baruda's Revenge 15:00

Temple after Dark 23:15

Monster Mayhem 26:00

Ghosts in the Graveyard 28:20


Don't forget to reach out to us on social media, or shoot us an email at hivemindescapepodcast@gmail.com


#puzzles #escaperooms #escape #escapeenthusiasts #couples

Oct 06, 202135:44
Episode Twenty Five - Return of the Hive! Pt. II

Episode Twenty Five - Return of the Hive! Pt. II

We're back! We took a long hiatus to get our life in order, a cross-country move, comprehensive exams, and a whole lotta change! We're excited to share what we've been up to, and to talk about what comes next. 

We hope you enjoy the podcast, and thank you so much for sticking with us! Don't forget to follow our social media accounts to keep up with what we're doing at all times!

Aug 04, 202143:05
Episode Twenty Four - A Home Review: USB Escape....and more!

Episode Twenty Four - A Home Review: USB Escape....and more!

Hello and welcome back everyone! This episode we talk about USB Escape, and our experience playing it side by side with the lovely NapMonster715. If you're interested in USB Escape, take a listen and hear our opinions! 


Head over to NapMonster715 at https://www.twitch.tv/napmonster715

and purchase USBEscape at https://www.usbescape.com/

#puzzles #escaperooms #escapeenthusiasts

Mar 26, 202123:52
Episode Twenty Three - A Home Review: Box One

Episode Twenty Three - A Home Review: Box One

Happy Valentine's day!


Over time we have accumulated so many different escape games to play at home, and we always buy more without playing the ones we have. We've decided to start knocking out these games and reviewing them as episodes. 


In this weeks episode we review Box One by Neil Patrick Harris and Theory11. Take a listen to see what we think!


#escaperooms #escaperoompodcast #puzzles #couplespodcast

Feb 15, 202123:19
Episode Twenty Two - 2020 A Year in Review

Episode Twenty Two - 2020 A Year in Review

Hello and Happy New Year's everyone! On this Episode, we reflect on 2020 and all the amazing things it gave us. 

Jan 01, 202138:13
Episode Twenty One - An Interview with USB Escape

Episode Twenty One - An Interview with USB Escape

Hello everyone, long time no...listen? This episode we had the pleasure of talking to Keith from USB Escape! We get some background on his recently released game, and a whole lot more!

If you're looking for a great holiday gift for the enthusiast in your life, (Or Horror buff) check out www.usbescape.com and purchase Season 1 Episode 1: Owen! Only 14.99 Canadian, (About $12 American)

Links:

https://www.instagram.com/usb.escape/?hl=en

https://twitter.com/USBEscape

https://www.facebook.com/usb.escape.9

https://www.usbescape.com/

Dec 03, 202027:21
Episode Twenty - Season Opener: The Parent Perspective

Episode Twenty - Season Opener: The Parent Perspective

Welcome to Season 2 of the Hivemind Escape podcast. This episode we have an interview with our dear friend Steven. He was kind enough to speak to us about all things escape rooms from the perspective of a parent, and an enthusiast!
This season we're focusing more on our listeners, and interviewing those we find in the industry that we think need to be able to spread their voice. If you have an interview you'd like to hear, or topics you'd like covered please let us know!
Sep 21, 202001:01:26
Episode Nineteen - 100 Rooms down, 100s of rooms to go!

Episode Nineteen - 100 Rooms down, 100s of rooms to go!

In this Episode we talk about our 100th room, and reflect back on our time doing escape rooms together. It's been a wild ride, and we love to share every moment with you all! Please send us your recommendations from your local area so we can travel and check them out!



#escaperooms #escape #escaperoomenthusiasts #puzzles

Jul 13, 202024:25
Episode Eighteen - Return of the Hive

Episode Eighteen - Return of the Hive

Hello all! It's been awhile since our last episode and we were wanted to get back into the groove of things. With all the changes in the world these days, we wanted to talk about what we've been up to since the Chicagoland area has opened back up (sort of) and our Ultimate Escape ideas!

Please feel free to send us your ideas still and we would love to feature some of you on the podcast describing your rooms! 

Jun 28, 202035:14
Episode Seventeen - Q&A With Melanie and Tom

Episode Seventeen - Q&A With Melanie and Tom

Curious to know more about your hosts? In this episode we dive into the 20 questions we've gotten from listeners. We cover topics from our frustrations in escape rooms with each other, to our funniest escape room fiasco! Tune in to catch the winner of the giveaway, and hear all about your hosts!


#Escaperooms #EscapeEnthusiasts #EscapeRoomJunkies #HivemindEscape

May 18, 202030:26
Episode Sixteen - REVIEW: Escape Game Adventure Books
May 04, 202012:50
Episode Fifteen: Return of the Point and Click

Episode Fifteen: Return of the Point and Click

Escaping from home is easy with so many options. In this episode we talk about the two home escapes we have done this week, as well as how to access a list of more! Don't forget to send in your questions to be featured on our 20 questions mini-sode this week! 


Links:

Unlock Disney

https://tinyurl.com/UnlockDisneyWorld

Enthusiasts Escape List

https://tinyurl.com/EscapeFromHome

Nancy Drew escape and more

https://www.mysteryescaperoom.com/copy-of-online-business-games


#escaperooms #escaperoomenthusiasts #quarantinelife #escapefromhome #disney #escape #hivemindescape

Apr 20, 202012:41
Episode Fourteen - Escape This Boredom

Episode Fourteen - Escape This Boredom

On this weeks episode, we cover the digital experiences we've been using to fill the void! Please check out these games, as they're a fantastic substitution for our beloved hobby.

Games include:

The Room 1 2 & 3

Tales of Escape

The Escaper

Tick Tock: A Tale for Two


#escaperooms #escapeenthusiast #socialdistancingtips #quarantinelife #hivemindescape

Mar 30, 202014:41
Episode Thirteen - What Happened to Twelve?

Episode Thirteen - What Happened to Twelve?

Hello everybody! This weeks episode goes over the craziness that is happening in the world with COVID-19 and what you can do to break the monotony. We explain what really did happen to Episode Twelve, and offer up a fun way for us all to give back to the community we love so much. 


Make sure you send us your favorite local games on Twitter and Instagram, as well as show us/tell us what you're doing to keep sane during quarantine! 


#escaperooms #escapepodcasts #escapeenthusiast #escapethisvirus

Mar 23, 202020:49
Episode Eleven - Escape Chicago

Episode Eleven - Escape Chicago

In this Episode, we cover our top 5 favorite rooms inside the city, and just outside the city. We hope this list will help everyone find some good rooms, and if traveling be able to enjoy our great city and the rooms it has to offer!


In the City

Zodiac - Fox in a Box (01:14)

Railcar - Escape Artistry (04:10)

Save the Queen - Team VS. Time (07:45)

Escape the 90's - The Quandary (10:10)

Gold Rush - The Escape Game (14:30)


Outside the City

Gameshow - Escape Factor, Forest Park (18:25)

Cabin of Dr. Bishop - Southside Escape, Oak Lawn (21:53)

High Noon - Escape hOur Room, Bolingbrook (26:49)

Towering Inferno - Odyssey Escape, Schaumburg (30:25)

Puppet Theater - Escape the Room, Oakbrook (35:00)

Top rooms inside/out (38:31)


Hopefully these recommendations help!


#escapegame #chicago #escapechicago #escaperooms #puzzles

Mar 09, 202042:09
Episode Ten - Escape the Modern Classroom
Mar 02, 202023:13
Episode Nine - Three Escape Enthusiasts Walk Into a Podcast
Feb 24, 202045:00
Episode Eight - The Games That Built Us

Episode Eight - The Games That Built Us

In this weeks episode we take a trip down memory lane and talk about all those lovely games that made us who we are. We throw it back to books we read as kids, and segue into some of those guilty pleasure point and click games from our younger years. This weeks episode was cut short for time, but you can count on us thinking of more games and nostalgic T.V. shows/Movies we loved growing up (and still love today)

Feb 17, 202025:03
Episode Seven - Free-bees

Episode Seven - Free-bees

Hello everyone! In this episode we talk about the concept of freebies in the escape room community. Ones we've seen, and what are thoughts are on them as a whole! Respond to us on our social media accounts, Hivemind_Escape, or on Facebook at Hivemind Escape! 

Feb 10, 202022:28
Episode Six - R-E-S-P-E-C-T Find out what it means to...a good room

Episode Six - R-E-S-P-E-C-T Find out what it means to...a good room

In this episode we cover a topic that should be first and foremost on everyone's mind...What makes a good game master, and what makes a good player? We dive into our opinions on the top tips for game masters and players alike. Please send in what you think makes a good game master and player! Happy Superbowl! Go puppies!

Feb 02, 202016:23
Episode Five - Rewind: Birmingham

Episode Five - Rewind: Birmingham

In this episode, we talk about everything Brummie. We absolutely loved our time in Birmingham, and are sad to wrap up our England Rewind series. In the future we will have some more Rewind episodes about other trips. We hope you enjoyed hearing about our trip, and look forward to next time!

Jan 27, 202029:09
Episode Four - The Date Escape

Episode Four - The Date Escape

In this episode of the Hivemind Escape podcast, we talk about dating and escape rooms. We touch on things like, how we get through rooms as a couple and still want to talk to each other after, what it was like doing an escape room double date, and we touch on a new idea we have for recurring segments, THE SCIENCE OF ESCAPE! Check out what we think is our best episode yet!

Jan 20, 202028:45
Episode Three - Rewind: Stratford-Upon-Avon

Episode Three - Rewind: Stratford-Upon-Avon

Welcome back listeners! In Episode three of The Hivemind Escape Podcast: Rewind Series, we continue our discussion of rooms across the pond, and their differences. We expand upon some controversial aspects we've come across, as well as detail our thoughts for future episodes.

Jan 13, 202017:30
Episode Two - Rewind: London

Episode Two - Rewind: London

Welcome back listeners! In Episode two of The Hivemind Escape Podcast: Rewind Series, we talk about our trip to England and how different the rooms across the pond are. This episode focuses on our time in London!
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Jan 06, 202024:24
Episode One - An introduction is in order

Episode One - An introduction is in order

Welcome to Episode one of our Escape Room Podcast! In this episode, we discuss why we made the podcast and our first rooms!

Dec 29, 201910:00