The final push toward Smithy begins! Mario and the crew battle Boomer, defeat Exor, and cross into Smithy’s world for the climactic assault on the weapon factory. Along the way, Bowser finds a very Bowser-like excuse to stick with the team, Mario grabs the Ultra Hammer, and the party fights its way through the factory’s management before finally confronting Smithy himself. The last Star Piece is within reach, but Smithy isn’t going down without revealing his true power.
Going Through Who 20.8: The Girl Who Waited
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Samuel and Jacob revisit The Girl Who Waited, one of the Eleventh Doctor era’s most emotionally brutal character pieces. They break down Amy’s decades of isolation, Rory’s impossible choice, the Doctor’s darker and more calculating side, and why the episode’s emotional payoff works so well—even when the setup starts falling apart under closer inspection.
Highlights:
- Why the episode’s entire premise could have been avoided with better communication.
- Older Amy’s transformation and Karen Gillan’s powerful performance.
- Rory reaching full “main character energy” as he fights to save both versions of Amy.
- The hosts debate just how much the Doctor knew—and whether he deliberately manipulated Amy and Rory.
- The devastating final choice between younger and older Amy.
- How Doctor Who turns a relatively low-budget setting into a memorable sci-fi environment.
- Plus: the birth of a new podcast running gag
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TSCN Plays Super Mario RPG Remastered 9 Combat, Quizzes & Chaos in Bowser’s Keep
The adventure continues in Super Mario RPG Remastered as a stolen Star Piece sends us deeper toward the endgame! This time, we tackle Bowser’s Keep and its collection of challenge rooms, taking on combat trials, tricky platforming, and a quiz that definitely doesn’t go according to plan. Along the way, we hunt for powerful new weapons, appreciate some fantastic enemy designs, discover just how overleveled the party might be, and start thinking about all the optional content still waiting for us after the main story.
TSCN Plays Super Mario RPG Remastered 8: The Truth About Prince Mallow
Mario and friends finally uncover the truth behind Nimbus Land as Mallow learns that he really is the missing prince! After sneaking into the castle disguised as a statue, the party faces off against Birdo, chases down Valentina and Dodo, and reunites Mallow with his royal parents. With Nimbus Land saved, the search for the Star Pieces takes the crew straight into Barrel Volcano, where new enemies, upgraded gear, and a massive dragon battle stand between them and their next star. And just when victory seems secure, some unexpected visitors arrive to make things interesting…
Going Through Who 20.7: Night Terrors
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Samuel and Jacob take a trip into the dollhouse for Night Terrors, as the Eleventh Doctor answers a frightened child’s call for help. They discuss the episode’s creepy concepts, the effectiveness of the peg dolls, and how George’s fears shape the story. Along the way, Samuel brings a counseling perspective to the episode’s portrayal of childhood anxiety, while both hosts examine why a strong premise, great performances, and an emotional ending don’t quite overcome some frustrating pacing and storytelling choices.
Highlights
- Behind-the-scenes facts and trivia from the Matrix
- The creepy concept and design of the peg dolls
- George’s fears through a counseling and child-development lens
- Why language, communication, and reframing matter
- The Doctor’s relationship with George and his father
- Amy and Rory’s trip through the mysterious dollhouse
- Why the episode’s pacing weakens an otherwise excellent concept
- The emotional reveal behind George’s greatest fear
- Thoughts on the underexplored mystery of the Tenza
- Matt Smith and the cast delivering standout performances
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TSCN Plays Super Mario RPG Remastered 7: This Beanstalk Is Testing My Patience
The adventure continues through Land’s End as Mario and the crew face another encounter with Belome before discovering the wonderfully weird Monstro Town. After exploring the town, meeting some familiar faces from Bowser’s past, and learning how to reach the next destination, it’s off toward Bean Valley. Unfortunately, getting there means tackling one of the most frustrating platforming sections in the game—and Samuel’s patience is put to the ultimate test.
TSCN Plays Super Mario RPG Remastered 5: Booster’s Wedding Disaster
Mario crashes Booster’s chaotic wedding just in time to rescue Princess Peach—but escaping the ceremony means facing an unexpectedly dangerous wedding cake! After returning Peach safely to the Mushroom Kingdom, the party learns more about Smithy’s attack and sets out together to restore the Star Road. With Peach officially joining the team, the adventure continues through Star Hill, Seaside Town, and into the mysterious Sunken Ship, where a six-letter password stands between Mario and the next Star Piece.
Going Through Who 20.6: Let’s Kill Hitler
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Samuel and Jacob return to Doctor Who Series 6 with Let’s Kill Hitler, an episode whose provocative title quickly gives way to a much bigger story about River Song, Amy, Rory, and the Doctor. They discuss the episode’s risky use of Hitler, the introduction of the Teselecta, Rory’s increasingly heroic streak, and the major revelations surrounding Melody Pond’s transformation into River Song.
Episode Highlights
- Debate over whether using Hitler as a comedic plot device was worth the narrative gamble.
- The reveal that Amy and Rory’s childhood friend Mels is actually Melody Pond.
- Alex Kingston stealing the show as a newly regenerated River Song.
- The Teselecta, its hilariously polite antibodies, and some questionable time-travel justice.
- Rory continuing his evolution into an action hero—including punching Nazis.
- How the episode fills in major pieces of River Song’s complicated timeline.
- The Doctor and River’s clever battle of wits as she attempts to kill him.
- Amy and Rory confronting the bittersweet reality that they unknowingly helped raise their own daughter.
- The sonic cane, River learning to fly the TARDIS, and plenty of classic Steven Moffat timey-wimey storytelling.
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TSCN Plays Super Mario RPG Remastered 5: Booster’s Wedding Disaster
Mario crashes Booster’s chaotic wedding just in time to rescue Princess Peach—but escaping the ceremony means facing an unexpectedly dangerous wedding cake! After returning Peach safely to the Mushroom Kingdom, the party learns more about Smithy’s attack and sets out together to restore the Star Road. With Peach officially joining the team, the adventure continues through Star Hill, Seaside Town, and into the mysterious Sunken Ship, where a six-letter password stands between Mario and the next Star Piece.
TSCN Plays Super Mario RPG Remastered 4: Chaos at Booster Tower
Mario and the crew finish their explosive showdown with Punchinello before racing through Moleville’s mines in a chaotic mine-cart escape. After returning Dinah and Mite safely to their family, the adventure continues toward Booster Tower, where Princess Peach is being held by the eccentric Booster. Mario sneaks through the tower, faces Booster’s bizarre minions, and attempts to rescue Peach before Booster can drag her away for an unwanted wedding in Marrymore.