The Razzle Dazzle Show

On this month’s Delta Series episode, Mauro asks the very important question: What is the English equivalent to bon appétit? Chaz is missing the monster hunting, and Jared breaks down the latest Nintendo Direct! We also started a brand new miniseries, BREAKING Protocol!! Following the development of the upcoming metroidvania, SHADE Protocol!And on this edition of the Delta Quest, our hero’s are ambushed by a devil and a lot was said about his mother!Hosts: Jared Gonzalez, Chaz Hawkins, Mauro Piquera.Master Chief Engineer: Jared Gonzalez.Editor: Jared Gonzalez.Graphics Editor: Jared Gonzalez.Digital Media Editor: Jared Gonzalez.Producer: Jared Gonzalez.https://linktr.ee/razzledazzleshowpodcast?utm_source=linktree_profile_share

What happens when the line between player and protagonist begins to blur? In this minisode, we explore whether Zura is a character with her own path — or a reflection of the person holding the controller.Join us on this episode of BREAKING Protocol to find out more!⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/LittleLegendaryGames?utm_source=linktree_profile_shareHost: Jared Gonzalez. Executive Producer: Kendall Quinones. Cohost: Chaz Hawkins, Mauro Piquera. Master Chief Engineer: Jared Gonzalez. Editor: Jared Gonzalez. Graphics Editor: Jared Gonzalez. Digital Media Editor: Jared Gonzalez. Producer: Jared Gonzalez. ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/razzledazzleshowpodcast⁠

Welcome to Part 1 of our multi-episode deep dive into The Witcher—and we’re starting at the source: the books and then the Netflix series. We’re diving headfirst into Sapkowski’s gritty short stories, the rise of Geralt, the fall of Cintra, the chaos of Yennefer, and Jaskier’s career as the most emotionally damaged bard in the realm. We’re talking choices, lore accuracy, and how a cult classic Polish fantasy became a global phenomenon. This is just the beginning. Games, spin-offs, and bathtub memes come later. But first: the sword, the sorcery, and the scars that started it all.Hosts: Jared Gonzalez, Chaz Hawkins, Mauro Piquera. Master Chief Engineer: Jared Gonzalez. Editor: Jared Gonzalez. Graphics Editor: Jared Gonzalez. Digital Media Editor: Jared Gonzalez. Producer: Jared Gonzalez. Music by https://www.youtube.com/@FantasyLofi → https://ffm.bio/bitsandhits

Welcome to another episode of BREAKING Protocol, our ongoing mini-series where we break down key updates and design questions straight from the development of SHADE Protocol.Today, we’re digging into a fan-favorite: the Guitar Axe. This isn’t just a flashy weapon—it’s a prime example of SHADE Protocol’s interactive, community-driven design process.⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/LittleLegendaryGames?utm_source=linktree_profile_shareHost: Jared Gonzalez. Executive Producer: Kendall Quiñones. Cohost: Chaz Hawkins, Mauro Piquera. Master Chief Engineer: Jared Gonzalez. Editor: Jared Gonzalez. Graphics Editor: Jared Gonzalez. Digital Media Editor: Jared Gonzalez. Producer: Jared Gonzalez. ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/razzledazzleshowpodcast⁠

Get ready to rock with Johnny Gioeli! He's the iconic voice behind Crush 40 — the band that gave us legendary Sonic the Hedgehog anthems like “Live & Learn” and “Open Your Heart!” But that’s just one act in his epic music journey, which also includes fronting Hardline, working with Axel Rudi Pell, and releasing his own solo work. We talk to Johnny about his time making music for Sonic, collaborating with Jun Senoue, the emotional power of video game rock, and how he’s kept his voice and fire going strong across decades of music!Special Guest - Johnny Gioeli https://linktr.ee/johnnygioeliHost: Jared Gonzalez. Cohosts: Chaz Hawkins, Mauro Piquera. Master Chief Engineer: Jared Gonzalez. Editor: Jared Gonzalez. Graphics Editor: Jared Gonzalez. Digital Media Editor: Jared Gonzalez. Producer: Jared Gonzalez. Permission to use Live and Learn was granted by Johnny Gioeli.

Welcome to another episode of BREAKING Protocol, our ongoing mini-series where we break down key updates and design questions straight from the development of SHADE Protocol.Today we’re diving into another behind-the-scenes look at SHADE Protocol’s development. This episode focuses on how the team is approaching storytelling and worldbuilding — and the philosophies guiding Emeria’s evolution as a living, breathing world.⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/LittleLegendaryGames?utm_source=linktree_profile_shareHost: Jared Gonzalez. Executive Producer: Kendall Quiñones. Cohost: Chaz Hawkins, Mauro Piquera. Master Chief Engineer: Jared Gonzalez. Editor: Jared Gonzalez. Graphics Editor: Jared Gonzalez. Digital Media Editor: Jared Gonzalez. Producer: Jared Gonzalez. ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/razzledazzleshowpodcast⁠

From Fischl in Genshin Impact to Nancy Drew in Mystery of the Seven Keys, Brittany Cox has brought to life some of gaming and anime’s most beloved leading ladies—and now she’s joining us on The Razzle Dazzle Show!We dive into her journey, how she finds the heart in every character, and what it’s like voicing fan-favorites like Ingrid from Fire Emblem, Sonia from Pokémon, and more.And just in time for launch—Brittany has just been announced as the voice of Angela in Marvel Rivals! You’ll be able to play as her this coming Friday.Don’t miss this one—it’s equal parts heartfelt and heroic.Special Guest - Brittany Cox https://www.brittanycoxvo.com/ https://www.nextlevelvoicedemos.com/ IG: @brittanyccox X: @brittanyccoxHost: Jared Gonzalez. Cohost: Chaz Hawkins, Mauro Piquera. Master Chief Engineer: Jared Gonzalez. Editor: Jared Gonzalez. Graphics Editor: Jared Gonzalez. Digital Media Editor: Jared Gonzalez. Producer: Jared Gonzalez.https://linktr.ee/razzledazzleshowpodcast?utm_source=linktree_profile_share

You know him as the iconic voice of Dr. Eggman in Sonic the Hedgehog and countless other beloved characters from Pokémon, Yu-Gi-Oh!, and more. But there’s so much more to this voiceover powerhouse!Join us as we dive into Mike Pollock’s career, explore the art of voice acting, and uncover the secrets behind bringing animated worlds to life. Special Guest - Mike Pollock https://www.itsamike.com/ X: @itsamike IG: @mike.pollockHost: Jared Gonzalez. Cohost: Chaz Hawkins, Mauro Piquera. Master Chief Engineer: Jared Gonzalez. Editor: Jared Gonzalez. Graphics Editor: Jared Gonzalez. Digital Media Editor: Jared Gonzalez. Producer: Jared Gonzalez.https://linktr.ee/razzledazzleshowpodcast?utm_source=linktree_profile_share

Welcome to our first episode of our new miniseries BREAKING Protocol where we break down key updates and design questions straight from the development of the upcoming game, SHADE Protocol!Today we’re spotlighting the Flute Spear, one of SHADE Protocol’s most versatile and stylish weapons. What started as a flashy throw-pull-flurry combo has evolved through community feedback and design tweaks. In this episode, we’ll explore how its role in traversal, combat flow, and combo variety has grown — and where it’s headed next.⁠https://linktr.ee/LittleLegendaryGames?utm_source=linktree_profile_shareHost: Jared Gonzalez. Executive Producer: Kendall Quiñones. Cohost: Chaz Hawkins, Mauro Piquera. Master Chief Engineer: Jared Gonzalez. Editor: Jared Gonzalez. Graphics Editor: Jared Gonzalez. Digital Media Editor: Jared Gonzalez. Producer: Jared Gonzalez. ⁠https://linktr.ee/razzledazzleshowpodcast

Get ready to dive into code, chaos, and cyber-fantasy with Kendall Quiñones! He’s the founder of Little Legendary and the creative force behind SHADE Protocol, a slick, reality-warping Metroidvania where music meets machine. Before going indie, Kendall spent over a decade leading tech and data teams across Fortune 100 companies — now he’s building a game where slicing reality is just another Tuesday. Join us as we talk about the journey from corporate transformation to solo game development, the bold ideas behind SHADE Protocol, and how Kendall is turning music, code, and glitch aesthetics into a wild new kind of action game.Special Guest - Kendall Quiñones https://linktr.ee/LittleLegendaryGames?utm_source=linktree_profile_shareHost: Jared Gonzalez. Cohost: Chaz Hawkins, Mauro Piquera. Master Chief Engineer: Jared Gonzalez. Editor: Jared Gonzalez. Graphics Editor: Jared Gonzalez. Digital Media Editor: Jared Gonzalez. Producer: Jared Gonzalez. https://linktr.ee/razzledazzleshowpodcast#razzledazzleshow #indiegame #indiegamedev #shadeprotocol #metroidvania

On this month's Delta Series episode, Mauro bought a bat in a jar? Chaz is getting his butt handed to him by ladybugs? And Jared shares how overwhelming it is to get into the X-Men franchise. On this month's Delta Quest, our hero's finally confront the evil Lich! Will our hero's survive?! Hosts: Jared Gonzalez, Chaz Hawkins, Mauro Piquera. Master Chief Engineer: Jared Gonzalez. Editor: Jared Gonzalez. Graphics Editor: Jared Gonzalez. Digital Media Editor: Jared Gonzalez. Producer: Jared Gonzalez.https://linktr.ee/razzledazzleshowpodcast?utm_source=linktree_profile_share

Get ready to meet the musical mind behind the mayhem! We're joined by Eric Benaim — award-winning composer and sound designer behind games like Elsie, Astral Ascension, and Faeland! From studying piano at age four in Venezuela to scoring high-octane indie games and crafting killer soundscapes with Knight Shift Games, Eric brings a unique blend of classical training and digital wizardry to the world of video game audio! Join us as we dive into his journey across continents and consoles, his approach to interactive music, and why his soundtracks are anything but background noise!Special Guest - Eric Benaim https://benaimsoundworks.com/ https://store.steampowered.com/app/1515570/Elsie/ https://store.steampowered.com/app/1280080/Faeland/Host: Jared Gonzalez. Cohost: Chaz Hawkins, Mauro Piquera. Master Chief Engineer: Jared Gonzalez. Editor: Jared Gonzalez. Graphics Editor: Jared Gonzalez. Digital Media Editor: Jared Gonzalez. Producer: Jared Gonzalez.https://linktr.ee/razzledazzleshowpodcast

Get ready to dive into indie dev life with John Rogeles! He’s the founder of Dapper Dog Digital and the creative force behind BioGun and TurnBreak! We chat with John about his journey from aspiring developer to building games on his own terms, the long road to launching BioGun, and how TurnBreak is blending card battles, monster collecting, and roguelite strategy in fresh new ways! Special Guest - John Rogeles https://www.biogungame.com/ X: @DapperDogDigi https://store.steampowered.com/app/3532720/TurnBreak/ https://t.co/A9qmMevLIY https://www.reddit.com/user/BioGunGame/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web3x&utm_name=web3xcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button Check out our Turnbreak gameplay showcase: https://youtube.com/@the_razzle_dazzle_show?si=sHxEE94cVOFk5iSu Host: Jared Gonzalez. Cohost: Chaz Hawkins, Mauro Piquera. Master Chief Engineer: Jared Gonzalez. Editor: Jared Gonzalez. Graphics Editor: Jared Gonzalez. Digital Media Editor: Jared Gonzalez. Producer: Jared Gonzalez.https://linktr.ee/razzledazzleshowpodcast

Strap in and ignite those engines — Brennan Anderson is joining us on The Razzle Dazzle Show! He’s the founder of Whatnot Games and the mastermind behind the upcoming indie gem Star Racer — a high-speed, sci-fi thrill ride with F-Zero vibes, Star Fox flair, and music from legends Grant Kirkhope and Mason Lieberman! We chat with Brennan about his journey from AAA audio wizard at Disney and Riot to full-time indie dev, how Star Racer blends aerial combat with track-blazing chaos, and why game dev is just organized madness (with cool explosions).The game is OUT NOW!! Go check it out!!https://store.steampowered.com/app/2626120/Star_Racer/ https://www.whatnotgames.com/ X: @whatnotgames_ Check out our Star Racer gameplay showcase: https://youtube.com/@the_razzle_dazzle_show?si=sHxEE94cVOFk5iSu Host: Jared Gonzalez. Cohost: Chaz Hawkins, Mauro Piquera. Master Chief Engineer: Jared Gonzalez. Editor: Jared Gonzalez. Graphics Editor: Jared Gonzalez. Digital Media Editor: Jared Gonzalez. Producer: Jared Gonzalez.https://linktr.ee/razzledazzleshowpodcast

On this month’s Delta Series episode Jared complains about movie ticket prices, Chaz has too many anime’s to watch, and Mauro been enjoying life playing OoT!!On this edition of THE DELTA QUEST, our hero’s journey has been fast forwarded to a dramatic climax of finally facing the Lich! Hosts: Jared Gonzalez, Chaz Hawkins, Mauro Piquera. Master Chief Engineer: Jared Gonzalez. Editor: Jared Gonzalez. Graphics Editor: Jared Gonzalez. Digital Media Editor: Jared Gonzalez. Producer: Jared Gonzalez.https://linktr.ee/razzledazzleshowpodcast

Get ready to meet the voice behind some of your favorite animated characters—JP Karliak!Known for voicing iconic roles like Morph in X-Men ’97, the Green Goblin in Spidey and His Amazing Friends, and the unforgettable Boss Baby, JP has also lent his talents to games like Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League and Crash Bandicoot!Join us as we chat about his career, from voicing villains and heroes to his work advocating for LGBTQIA+ representation in the voice acting community through Queer Vox. Special Guest - JP Karliakwww.jpkarliak.com www.queervox.org www.nerdsvote.comHost: Jared Gonzalez.Cohosts: Chaz Hawkins, Mauro Piquera. Master Chief Engineer: Jared Gonzalez. Editor: Jared Gonzalez. Graphics Editor: Jared Gonzalez. Digital Media Editor: Jared Gonzalez. Producer: Jared Gonzalez.

What do you get when you cross a K-pop girl group, ancient demons, and a whole lot of glitter? You get K-Pop Demon Hunters—the most dazzling, demon-slaying animated musical you didn’t know you needed! In this episode of The Razzle Dazzle Show, we’re diving headfirst into the world of Huntr/x—a K-pop girl group who slay on stage and on the battlefield. We’re talking demon lore, idol drama, confetti explosions, and why this might just be the wildest and best animated film of 2025. Grab your lightsticks, summon your inner stan, and join us as we break down K-Pop Demon Hunters!Hosts: Jared Gonzalez, Chaz Hawkins. Cohost: Mauro Piquera. Master Chief Engineer: Jared Gonzalez. Editor: Jared Gonzalez. Graphics Editor: Jared Gonzalez. Digital Media Editor: Jared Gonzalez. Producer: Jared Gonzalez.

Get ready to meet Ezra Vervin, the voice behind incredible characters like Tae Nakanoshima in Kaiju No. 8, Hime in Tales of Wedding Rings, and Tsukiha in A Condition Called Love! From theater beginnings to anime stardom, Ezra’s journey into voice acting is as inspiring as it is exciting. Join us as we chat with her about life in the booth, her love for City Pop, cozy cabin living, and how she keeps her plants thriving between recording sessions! Special Guest - Ezra Vervin https://ezravervin.com/Host: Jared Gonzalez.Cohost: Chaz Hawkins, Mauro Piquera.Master Chief Engineer: Jared Gonzalez.Editor: Jared Gonzalez.Graphics Editor: Jared Gonzalez.Digital Media Editor: Jared Gonzalez.Producer: Jared Gonzalez.

On this month's Delta Series episode, our hosts discuss what the key elements are to a successful remake to a beloved IP!On this month's Delta Quest, Zam is taken to jail just for existing!! With Erzahc asleep and Ruby not able to care less, it is up to Pike to save him!Hosts: Jared Gonzalez, Chaz Hawkins, Mauro Piquera. Master Chief Engineer: Jared Gonzalez. Editor: Jared Gonzalez. Graphics Editor: Jared Gonzalez. Digital Media Editor: Jared Gonzalez. Producer: Jared Gonzalez.

Get ready to lock and load, demon slayers! This week on The Razzle Dazzle Show, we’re diving headfirst into the stylish, sword-swinging, pizza-loving chaos of the Devil May Cry series! From Dante’s devilish one-liners to Nero’s punk rock arm cannon, we’re breaking down the franchise’s legendary gameplay, wild lore, and why this series redefined cool in the world of action games. So grab your Ebony & Ivory, crank up the metal, and join us as we ask the most important question: who let the demons out—and why are they so hot?Hosts: Jared Gonzalez, Chaz Hawkins, Mauro Piquera. Master Chief Engineer: Jared Gonzalez. Editor: Jared Gonzalez. Graphics Editor: Jared Gonzalez. Digital Media Editor: Jared Gonzalez. Producer: Jared Gonzalez.