This week Danny and Riana go hands-on with Hades 2! The Hades series is one of the first games this duo played side-by-side, and the hype for the sequel is REAL! We also discuss what a technical test even is, why game studios "release" games before they're finished, and how we hope to cover gaming reviews on this channel. Poll of the week: Are you excited for Hades 2? Yes No I still need to play Hades 1! Got feedback for the show or want to ask Danny & Riana a question? Reach out at...

Since we can't stop thinking about the Fallout TV series, this week let's continue our video game adaptation conversation! We talk about our favorite adaptations over the years, what we think made them successful, and where others fell short. We also offer our industry insider perspective on why there are so many new video game adaptations coming out right now, and briefly discuss our most anticipated upcoming projects. Poll of the week: Do video game adaptations increase your interest in...

Danny and Riana's non-spoiler review of the Fallout TV Series. Poll of the week: Are you going to watch the Fallout TV series? Yes No Got feedback for the show or want to ask Danny & Riana a question? Reach out at www.dannyandriana.com/contact or hit us up on socials: Twitter/X @godfree @RianaTweetsNow Instagram @godfree @RianaGramsNow

Video game studios used to shell out big bucks for larger-than-life convention hall booth displays and all-expenses-paid international invite-only hands-on preview events like it was nothing. Today, Danny and Riana attend everything from parties to behind-closed doors to red-carpet premiers for video games, movies, and TV shows. What makes an event worth the time and effort? What trends and changes do we see in media marketing approaches? Pull up a chair for story time, wishlists, and a bit...

Professional reviews are part of our day-to-day business, but how much do they matter, really? Are critic scores more important than general audience scores? Does a Metacritic or Rotten Tomatoes number impact how future business is conducted for the companies releasing media? We discuss all of this and more in this reality-check episode. Poll of the week: should media reviews have numbered scores? Yes No Sometimes Got feedback for the show or want to ask Danny & Riana a question?...

"Artificial Intelligence" has been around for ages, but over the last few years, we've seen a quantum leap in the applications of AI technology. What are the implications of creating an "original" song written by a bot that mimics a real person's voice with the click of a button? How do artists protect their livelihoods when their work is reproduced by a phone app? We tackle these questions, look for the positive sides of AI, and make our predictions for the future in this complex...

Between the newest Netflix series buzz, hit movies, and must-play games everyone is talking about, it's hard to keep up with content these days. Since part of our jobs is staying up-to-date on everything we have to find a way to make it work. Listen in as we discuss how we do it, what we're enjoying now, and what we're looking forward to adding to the top of our lists next. Poll of the week: which of your backlogs is the biggest? Games TV Movies Something else Got feedback for the show or...

Episode 5 | Tips for Traveling With A Baby Driving from LA to Las Vegas and flying from Burbank to Montana within 2 weeks with a 3-month-old baby was a learning experience for Danny & Riana, to say the least! Hear them recount their adventures of back-to-back travel with an infant from the DICE Summit to a snow-covered family cabin and hear their tips for making family trips as seamless as possible. Poll of the week: at what age did you take your first trip? 1-5 years 6-10 years 11-18...

Vinyl, VHS, and floppy discs are harder to come by these days as digital downloads have replaced nearly everything we watch, listen to, or read. Have advancements in technology actually made entertainment better? Are we happier paying for convenience rather than permanence? Danny & Riana discuss these questions and more in this in-depth discussion about physical vs. digital media. Poll of the week: which way do you prefer to buy and consume media? Physical Digital A combination of...

For Danny it was the Atari 2600. For Riana it was the NES Action Set. These two lovenerds have been gaming their whole lives. Take a sidequest down memory lane and reminisce over gaming throughout the decades. Poll of the week: Which decade did you start gaming? 80's 90's 00's 2010's Got feedback for the show or want to ask Danny & Riana a question? Reach out at http://www.dannyandriana.com/contact or hit us up on socials: Twitter/X @godfree @RianaTweetsNow Instagram @godfree...

Episode 2 | Our Love Story It all started with a DM, and the rest is history! In this special Valentine's Day episode, you'll hear the play-by-play recollection of Danny & Riana's love story from how they met on Twitter to walking down the aisle just 1 month after buying their first house together! Got feedback for the show or want to ask Danny & Riana a question? Reach out at www.dannyandriana.com/contact or hit us up on socials: Twitter/X @godfree @RianaTweetsNow Instagram...

Episode 1 | Meet Danny & Riana! Danny Peña and Riana Manuel-Peña have worked in the games industry for a combined 30+ years, but they didn't always work in games! Learn more about "gaming's power couple," where they've been, and what inspired them to make this brand-new show in this intimate introduction. Got feedback for the show or want to ask Danny & Riana a question? Reach out at www.dannyandriana.com/contact or hit us up on socials: Twitter/X @godfree @RianaTweetsNow Instagram...

Danny Peña and Riana Manuel-Peña have lived and worked in the games industry for a combined 30+ years. What have they learned in that time? Life (like gaming) is better together! Join them on their journey through gaming conferences, red carpet events, baby milestones, marriage hurdles, and the occasional work update. Play along with game recommendations for busy parents and enjoy this seasoned couples’ sazón as they talk about their favorite memories, products, and experiences.