Loading Bar Podcast
By Loading Bar Podcast
Loading Bar PodcastAug 22, 2021
Episode 24 Featuring: OurViewGaming
Joining me in this episode is Fines Dabbs AKA OurViewGaming, host of the Game N' Watch podcast, and OVG trailers where we talk about childhood gaming memories, bar stories, educating the youth, and even some questions posed to the audience (see instagram).
Links:
https://linktr.ee/gamenwatchpodcast
https://linktr.ee/LoadingBarPodcast
Music Used:
"Study And Relax" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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"Airport Lounge" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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"Acid Trumpet" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Episode 23 - Xbox 360
In this episode we continue with the history of another milestone in console gaming history with the advent of the Xbox 360, where I discuss the consoles impressively long life span, how it was conceived, and some of the hiccups that occurred along the way. The coupled cocktail with this review is the history and creation of the Mojito, whose recipe comes from liquor.com.
Mojito
- 3 mint leaves
- 1/2 ounce of simple syrup
- 2 ounces white rum
- 3/4 ounce lime juice
- Club soda on top
- Garnish with mint and lime wheel
Directions: First muddle the mint and simple syrup in the shaker. Next add the rum, lime juice and ice and give it a quick shake, straining the mixture into a highball glass. Finally, you'll want to top with club soda and add your garnish.
Links and References:
https://www.liquor.com/recipes/mojito/
https://www.diffordsguide.com/encyclopedia/429/cocktails/mojito-cocktail-history
https://linktr.ee/LoadingBarPodcast
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z2d6IMBS8oY (Power On: the History of the Xbox Episode 5)
Music Used:
"Hard Boiled" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License
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Xbox 360 Boot jingle -Brian Schmidt-https://www.brianschmidtstudios.com/
Episode 22 - PSP
Continuing with a focus on consoles, I examine the history of the Sony PSP and how it was one of those additions to the history of gaming that really shook things up. This episode's drink is the Cajun lemonade, chosen for it's portability. The recipe comes from southernliving.com and is made as follows:
Cajun Lemonade
- 2 cups (16 oz.) light rum
- 2 cups (16 oz.) citron vodka
- 1 (12-oz.) can frozen lemonade concentrate, thawed
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce
- 1 liter club soda, chilled
- Crushed ice
- Lemon slices and sugarcane sticks, for garnish
Directions: Take the first 4 ingredients and stir them together in a pitcher. Next, add the club soda to fill out the pitcher. Serve with crushed ice added to the glasses and garnish with the lemon slices or sugar cane.
Links:
https://linktr.ee/LoadingBarPodcast
https://www.southernliving.com/recipes/big-batch-cajun-lemonade
https://www.foodandwine.com/recipes/cajun-lemonade
https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-review-cajun-lemonade-s-92118
Music Used:
"Smooth Lovin" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Episode 21 - Xbox
Welcome to Season 2 of the Loading Bar Podcast! To kick things off we're going to be tackling consoles, starting off with my introduction to modern gaming, the original Xbox. Coupled with this history lesson is the Paper Planes cocktail (courtesy of liquor.com), a modern classic much like this episodes console!
Paper Planes cocktail:
- 3/4 ounce bourbon
- 3/4 ounce Aperol
- 3/4 ounce Amaro Nonino Quintessentia
- 3/4 ounce lemon juice, freshly squeezed
Step 1: Add all ingredients into a shaker with ice. Shake well and strain into a coup glass.
Sources:
https://www.liquor.com/recipes/the-paper-plane/
Links:
Xbox's 2001 debut with Bill Gates and the Rock - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lu7o3exy00Q
Music Used:
Original Xbox Startup Sound - Brian Shcmidt - https://www.brianschmidtstudios.com/
"Study And Relax" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Episode 20 Feat. TWOTALL4UFOOL
Joining me today is Justin Reed AKA TWOTALL4UFOOL, host of the Game n' Watch Podcast, where we talk about gaming memories, favorites lists, and a bit about how gaming came be highly correlated with making connections with others.
Links:
https://linktr.ee/TWOTALL4UFOOL
https://youtube.com/channel/UC_NTe0g4S3HKU0s3HriX34Q
Music Used:
"Acid Trumpet" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Episode 19 Feat. Matt Bliss
Hey everyone! Hope the holidays are treating you all well. Tonight's episode features the lovely Matt Bliss, host of Teaching Culture Cast, Restart Games, and a regular on the Game N' Watch podcast! Join us as we chat about the future of incorporating gaming into the classroom, favorite series, and some puzzling recommendations that are sure to tie your brain into a knot!
Links:
Teaching Culture Cast - https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/teaching-culture-cast/id1577327683
Restart Games - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/restart-games-podcast/id1580171418
The Game N' Watch Podcast - https://gamenwatch.podbean.com/
https://linktr.ee/LoadingBarPodcast
Mythos Absinthe Cocktail: The Esoteric Chemist – Green Jenkin
Music Used:
"Airport Lounge" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Episode 18 Feat. Studying Pixels
This is a very special episode as I am joined by Stefan Simmond, host of the Studying Pixels podcast! Come listen as we talk about gaming memories, podcasts, some drinks, and Stefan's own work on madness and gaming. Please go and check out Studying Pixels with the link below, seriously this show is a great listen!
Links:
https://studyingpixels.com/
Music Used:
"Acid Trumpet" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Episode 17 - Kingdom Hearts
Tonight we go through the complex and magical history of Kingdom Hearts, the smash hit amalgam of Disney and Final Fantasy. We will also be learning about the GLOW-TINI, a Disney Parks favorite. To make this drink you will need:
- 1 ounce of citrus vodka
- 1/2 ounce of blue curacao
- 1/2 ounce peach schnapps
- 1 ounce sweet and sour mix
- 1 shot pineapple juice
Combine all ingredients in a shaker with ice. Shake well and serve with glowing ice cubes
Links
Kingdom Hearts @ Disneyland - https://youtu.be/p3xAMT0QqOM
Social Media - https://linktr.ee/LoadingBarPodcast
Music Used
"Late Night Radio" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Episode 16 - Castlevania: Aria of Sorrow
I've got a spooky classic for you all just before Halloween! Come on in and check out what made one of the greatest titles in the franchise. I'll even show you how to make the Bloody Peach Bellini for that upcoming party you could be hosting.
Recipe:
· 4 ounces chilled prosecco
· ½ ounce campari
· 1 ounce white peach puree
· ½ ounce grenadine
Start with a pint glass and gently stir all of the ingredients. Pour the drink into a chilled flute.
Links:
https://linktr.ee/LoadingBarPodcast
https://www.foodandwine.com/recipes/blood-peach-bellini
https://www.eataly.com/us_en/magazine/culture/history-bellini-cocktail/
Music Used:
"Backbay Lounge" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License
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Episode 15 - Hotline Miami
Tonight we get in touch with our inner 80's slasher as we examine Hotline Miami, the indie hit from 2012. Also we'll be pairing this game with the Alabama Slammer to really get into the neon soaked vibe.
Recipe:
· 1 oz sloe gin
· 1 oz amaretto
· 1 oz southern comfort
· 2 oz orange juice
- Add southern comfort, sloe gin and orange juice to a shaker with ice and shake until well chilled. Strain into a highball glass over fresh ice. You can serve this as a shot too by dividing it into shot glasses. Garnish with orange wedge.
Links and sources:
https://linktr.ee/LoadingBarPodcast
https://www.diffordsguide.com/encyclopedia/1279/cocktails/alabama-slammer-recipes-and-history
Music Used:
"Newer Wave" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Episode 14 - Mario Galaxy
We're going back to the days of the WII with the development history of Mario Galaxy and even further back to 1885 with the inception of the milkshake, which may not be what you think it is.
Links
https://linktr.ee/LoadingBarPodcast
https://www.delish.com/cooking/g1967/fall-cocktails-recipes/
Recipe
Chocolate sauce
6 Oreos, finely crushed,
1 qt. orange sherbet
3/4 c. milk
8 oz. vanilla vodka
Whipped cream
Orange & black sprinkles
- Pour 2 tablespoons chocolate sauce onto a small, shallow plate. Place Oreo crumbs on a second small plate. Dip rims of serving glasses first in chocolate sauce, then in Oreo crumbs.
- Combine sherbet, milk, and vodka in a blender and blend to combine. Drizzle some chocolate sauce on the inside of each serving glass, then fill with milkshake. Garnish with whipped cream, remaining Oreo crumbs, and sprinkle
Music
"Limit 70" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Episode 13 - Spider-Man 2000
Today we check out one of Spidey's best video game entries of the new millennium. Though pre-marvel cinematic universe, this game has no shortage of villains and heroes recognizable to most. We also continue with a fall season inspired drink known as the Pumpkin White Russian.
https://linktr.ee/LoadingBarPodcast
3 ounces 2 shot glasses good quality vodka· 3 ounces pumpkin spice creamer
· 1.5 ounces glass Kahlua
· Whipped Cream and pumpkin pie spice for garnish
For the Rim
· 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
· 1 teaspoon sugar or sparkling sugar
· 3 tablespoons crushed graham crackers
Instructions
1. Mix the ingredients for the rim together on a shallow plate. Dip the edge of two glasses in water and then dip into the graham mixture. Press to coat. Set the two glasses aside.
2. Pour vodka, creamer, and kahlua into a large cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shake lightly until combined and cold.
3. Pour into glasses and top with whipped cream and pumpkin pie spice.
(Spider-Man 2000 Soundtrack)
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYuMKm-JMty6o2whoJADSs0kBQOt6eYlX
Music Used:
"Limit 70" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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"Airport Lounge" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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"Get to the Bank! And Bank Approach" Tommy Tallarico, Spider-Man 2000 Soundtrack
"Spidey vs. Mysterio!" Tommy Tallarico, Spider-Man 2000 Soundtrack
"Main Menu theme" Tommy Tallarico, Spider-Man 2000 Soundtrack
"Hostage Situation" Tommy Tallarico, Spider-Man 2000 Soundtrack
Episode 12 - Knights of the Old Republic
This episode is all about a galaxy far far away and even further still in the past as I review the Bioware classic, Knight's of the Old Republic. To go along with the games big twist we have the Rhubarb Margarita.
Links mentioned:
https://linktr.ee/LoadingBarPodcast
https://www.afarmgirlsdabbles.com/rhubarb-margarita-aka-the-farmgirl-margarita/
https://www.diffordsguide.com/g/1138/margarita-cocktail/origins-and-history#:~:text=Daniel%20%22Danny%22%20Negrete%20is%20said,for%20her%20as%20a%20present.
Rhubarb Margarita
· thin lime wedges, for salt rim on glasses and final garnish
· margarita salt for the jar rims, optional
· 1 c. Ruby Rhubarb Syrup
· 3/4 c. tequila blanco
· 1 Tbs. orange liqueur
· 1/3 c. freshly squeezed lime juice
· 1/4 c. freshly squeezed orange juice
· chilled club soda
1. If salting the rims of your glasses, lightly rub a lime wedge around the rims of four wide mouth pint jars (or other 16-ounce glasses) and then dip the rims in salt. Set aside.
2. In a small pitcher, combine the Ruby Rhubarb Syrup, tequila, orange liqueur, lime juice, and orange juice. Stir. Divide mixture evenly between the four prepared glasses, just a bit more than 1/2 cup per glass. Fill glass with crushed ice to fill the glass 2/3 of the way. Top with club soda to almost fill the glass. With a spoon, gently stir the drink to incorporate the heavier rhubarb syrup mixture into the club soda. Squeeze a lime wedge over the top and then garnish with another lime wedge.
Music Used: "Final Battle of the Dark Wizards" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Episode 11 - Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone
Magic and mystery are the name of the game as we examine the beginnings of the Harry Potter game franchise with a frosty mug of alcoholic Butter Beer courtesy of Liquor.com
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Butter Beer
- 1 oz butterscotch schnapps
- 1 oz vanilla vodka
- 6 oz cream soda
- Garnish: whipped cream
- Garnish: butterscotch syrup
- Garnish: butterscotch whipped cream
Steps
- Add schnapps, vodka, and cream soda into a frosty mug
- Top with a generous dollop of whipped cream and butterscotch syrup drizzled on top or butterscotch whipped cream
- Butterscotch whipped cream is made by mixing ¼ cup of heavy W cream and 1 oz butterscotch sundae topping. Use a hand mixer, whip until soft peaks form
Music Used: "Moonlight Hall" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Episode 10 - Goldeneye
This week we examine the old classic that is Goldeneye 64, and paired with said game is the Vesper Martini made famous by Bond creator, Ian Flemming
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Vesper Martini:
- 3 ounces gin
- 1 ounce vodka
- 1/2 ounce Lillet blanc aperitif
- Garnish: lemon twist
Add the gin, vodka and Lillet blanc into a shaker with ice and shake well.
Strain into a chilled martini glass.
Squeeze lemon peel over the drink, rub the peel along the rim of the glass and drop it into the cocktail.
Links: https://www.diffordsguide.com/g/1121/martini/vesper-martini
Music Used:"Spy Glass" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Episode 9 - Batman: Arkham Asylum
Tonight we're getting crazy with a tour of Batman: Arkham Asylum and a slight detour to the southside.... with the Southside cocktail.
https://linktr.ee/LoadingBarPodcast
Articles:
https://www.vice.com/amp/en/article/nzky78/the-convoluted-history-of-the-southside
https://www.moodymixologist.com/blog/southside
Music used: "Hard Boiled" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Episode 8 Pokemon Gold
I'll be talking about my very first video game and 9 DRINKS COUNT EM' 9, that'll have you remembering your first Pokemon adventure, or on passed out on the floor...
Links mentioned:
Meowpurrnom tumblr: https://meowpurrnom.tumblr.com/post/62758962133/say-hello-to-my-eeveelution-cocktail-menu-due-to
Polygon Article: https://www.polygon.com/2013/10/5/4805724/pokemon-cocktails-offer-adult-fun-with-a-twist
Pokemon Gold Spaceworld 1997: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eDELoTl1Qcw&t=1693s
Music Used:"Voxel Revolution" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Episode 7 - Bioshock
https://linktr.ee/LoadingBarPodcast
In this episode we learn about the history of Bioshock and a little bit about the Bay breeze cocktail, which is made as follows:
- 1.5 oz Vodka
- 3 oz. cranberry juice (if you dare)
- 1.5 oz pineapple juice
- Lime wheel
- pour vodka, pineapple juice and cranberry juice into a highball glass and add ice, stir, garnish with lime wheel
Bioshock Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TMiHFSoVvfc&list=PLZpnS3dJls9c-mtjjI1-TQtEYpTNCINN2
Music Used: "Off to Osaka" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Episode 6 - Dark Souls 2 Part 2
Capping off the review of Dark Souls 2, we talk about Scholar of the First Sin and the 3 DLC's that followed the release of the game. Check out my social media for drink recipes, upcoming episodes, and general gaming goodness.
Instagram - #LoadingBarPodcast
Facebook - Loading Bar Podcast
Drink Recipes:
In the Weeds
Ingredients
2 oz Nolet's dry gin
1 oz yellow chartreuse
.5 oz lime juice
.5 oz lemon juice
.75 oz tarragon tea syrup*
Tarragon leaves for garnish
Instructions
Combine ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice and stir. Strain into a martini glass and garnish with tarragon leaves.
*Tarragon tea syrup
Combine 2 cups of water, .5 cup sugar, and .5 cup fresh tarragon in a saucepan and bring to boil. Remove from heat and allow to cool before use.
Long Island Iced Tea
3/4 ounce vodka
- 3/4 ounce white rum
- 3/4 ounce silver tequila
- 3/4 ounce gin
- 3/4 ounce triple sec
- 3/4 ounce simple syrup
- 3/4 ounce lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- Cola, to top
- Garnish: lemon wedge
Instructions
- Add the vodka, rum, tequila, gin, triple sec, simple syrup and lemon juice to a Collins glass filled with ice.
- Top with a splash of the cola and stir briefly.
- Garnish with a lemon wedge.
- Serve with a straw.
Music Used: "Airport Lounge" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Episode 5 - Dark Souls 2 part 1
This episode is the first part of a two part review of Dark Souls 2 where we look at the development, gameplay, and story.
Drink for the Episode:
The Autumn Fizz: Ingredients
2 oz Alibi Gin
.25 oz lemon juice
agave nectar
Sparkling apple cider
Garnished with Thyme and apple
Instructions
Pour gin in shaker, Add lemon juice and agave nectar, shake and then pour into a high ball glass and top with sparkling cider. Garnish with fresh thyme and an apple slice.
Music used in this episode: "Acid Trumpet" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Episode 4 - Horror Film Vs. Horror Gaming with Trent Wilkie
Joining me this episode is Journalist and horror aficionado Trent Wilkie as we compare and contrast horror films with horror games and see if we find one more effective than the other.
Episode 3 - Dark Souls
This episode is the jumping off point into an examination of my all time favorite game series - Dark Souls. I cover the first game in the series history, game play, and my initial experience with it. Also, I will be covering 3 drinks in this review: the Whiskey Smash, Whiskey Sour, and Old Fashioned.
Episode 2 - Memoirs of a Gamer
This episode will be examining a few games that weren't necessarily big hits, but to me were some of the best games I played growing up. The drink of choice for this episode will be the Pimm's No.1 Cup.
Episode 1 - The Phantom Remake
In this inaugural episode, we will be examining remakes of classic titles as well as the French 75 cocktail, which is itself a remake