Taylor and Rett plan for the imminent OMGJam 3 (which already passed, sorry), and balancing time with other projects. Then Taylor shares his struggles shopping for a new laptop. Rett went to the casino last weekend, and they recall their bachelor parties, both at the casino.
Chris DeLeon of Gamkedo, Alanna Linayre (VO actress on Bendy and the Ink Machine), and Tim Ruswick of Game Dev Underground unite with Taylor and Rett to talk about motivation, goals, and quitting.
Chris DeLeon runs Gamkedo, a worldwide online game development club aimed to help beginners learn the skills to make their own games.
You can follow his work at gamkedo.com, twitter @ChrisDeLeon, and over on YouTube.
Alanna Linayre was an actress in NYC for ten years. Her voice can be heard in theMeatly’s Bendy and the Ink Machine. She can be found on twitter @Tybawai where she discusses motivation and self care.
Tim Ruswick runs Game Dev Underground which aims to inspire indie game developers everywhere with nearly one YouTube video a day covering tutorials and analysis of the ins and outs of game development. You can find his work primarily on YouTube at the Game Dev Underground channel. And over on twitter @TimRuswick .
Sign up now for the One Mechanic Game Jam. It runs February 9th – 10th, with the goal of creating a game that can be played with only one mechanic. Join our discord server to stay motivated and hook up with like minded devs!
Jon Dodson is back to guest host this show about setting goals and finding the balance to achieve them, what it takes to chase your dreams, which Twilight book is the best, and whether Jacob or Edward is better.
With January almost over, it’s more important than ever to keep your goals at the front of your mind. Now is the time habits are born. Stick with it and tell us how you’re doing!
Taylor and Rett lay out plans for the next One Mechanic Game Jam. Then talk about how to overcome obstacles using Oblique Solutions. Taylor shares about his current work on One Game a Month.
Rett shares one of his current favorite podcasts, then talks about doing versus talking, and putting impostor syndrome to bed.
Happy new years friend! In the first episode recorded in the new year Taylor and Rett discuss the importance of passion projects and how the daily grind reminds you of what’s important. And how One Game a Month has really solidified his skills and drive. Then taylor shares his experience working on Krassjam this month.
Rett talks about the importance of putting your money where your mouth is and financing the hobbies that you can’t live without. And then they set a date for the 3rd One Mechanic Game Jam: The weekend of February 9th, 10th, and 11th. Mark your calendars and come join us for a fun weekend!
Rett’s Challenge: Be more active on discord.
Taylor’s Challenge: Read the first section of Between the World and Me.
Happy new year all! Taylor and Rett invite their friend Kurt to studio to discuss making new years goals! They share their personal methods of tracking progress throughout the year and how to stay motivated.
After Kurt says his farewells, Taylor and Rett discuss how to navigate the holidays with difficult family, how to share your passions projects with people who may not understand them. They share their high points from 2017 and share their hopes for the future!
visit www.hugtherhino.com to follow along with Kurt’s work.
Taylor and Rett are back after a three week break from recording. Taylor bought Pico-8 and used it for Krassenstein’s Krassjam, and learned using Mboffin’s tutorial zine.
Then they discuss their new book club podcast. And Rett wraps up NaNoWriMo by sharing his progress. Which leads to a discussion about the discovery of mathematical concepts
Then they read a great letter from a listener. And pitch saving Net Neutrality.
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Music is on the minds of Taylor and Rett. They reminisce about their old band, and share the similarities between podcasting and being in a band. They talk about some upcoming projects, including a brand new podcast currently in the works.
Taylor’s been working on One Game a Month (1GAM) and started on November’s theme (whoah magic, it’s December now!) Then he talk about a new mic, and getting a gift for our friend back in Japan!
Rett’s Challenge: Do three videos from the Udemy course. Taylor Challenge: Hop on Steam and install clickteam fusion, do the first tutorial. Team Challenge: come up with quick tips
Taylor and Rett dissect their entry for the One Mechanic Game Jam, or OMGJam, and discuss the things they learned about unity. Taylor’s been working on his One Game a Month entry and making some great progress on the Udemy unity course.
Other than game dev, they rip into some DnD, talk about the primal connections to music, horror, and comedy. They talk about drumming. And Rett shares some of his experience playing music in musicals.
Taylor and Rett talk about game design, scaling experience points, progressing games, and which design choices are better. And we tie it all in with our favorite games and examples.
We prep for the second One Mechanic Game Jam and have a great time! Please remember to rate, review, and subscribe on iTunes!
