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Bundy and Bookslap have had quite a month! Crossfit and impacted earwax (ew) and so many games played! But things take a turn for the serious as BundySlap discusses burnout and their personal experiences with the pressures of being content creators. TakeThis Post on content creator burnout: https://www.takethis.org/expertcontent/burnout-101/burnout-cc/ Get your Burnout Tee from my Merch Store! https://store.andybundy.net/products/burnout-tee

Bundy and Bookslap are back, and so soon! This time, they’re taking a special moment to runback not one but TWO Nintendo Directs and share their enthusiasm for the near future of Nintendo.

As the summer comes to a close, Bundy and Bookslap ponder some of life’s big questions, like what is a retro game? Just how many games can Bundy play in one month? And what’s the difference between a remaster and a remake?

What does it mean to be “unc”? Is it about your age or is it an attitude thing? Bundy and Bookslap don’t know, but they do know that they can always trust random internet quizzes they googled for unbiased, up-to-date information! Join them as they get their “Unc Reports” and answer the very important question “is it okay to reply to a message with LOL even if you’re not laughing?” See if you're unc here and share your results with us! -> https://amiunc.com/

AND THE AWARD GOES TO…wait, these aren’t award shows? Just giant hype machine commercials? With June behind them, Bundy and Bookslap take a look at a month full of big announcements and new information about future games to be excited (and open your wallets) for. Then Bundy remembers a month jammed packed full of games he wrestled with on stream while Bookslap asserts that “Gamer” is spelled with a vomit face emoji yet refuses to give a reason why. Can you blame him, though?

Bookslap and Bundy have been thinking. There’s plenty of video game adaptations out there, but which ones are worth remembering? And which ones are worth forgetting? And which ones successfully toe the line between bad and so-bad-it’s-good? Then they take a minute (or five) to review a few recent games they’ve completed and also complain about being tired like the good millennial boys they are!-- ---- My Links ------Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/bundyFollow me on Facebook! http://bit.ly/BundyFanPageHow about some merch? https://store.andybundy.net/Check out the website too! https://andybundy.net/

Happy birthday, Teamwork Tuesday! Somehow it’s been a whole year since Bundy and Bookslap began co-streaming together, and boy have they had a lot of adventures. Come join them on a journey down memory lane, learn two different versions of how this team’s origin story, and maybe get a sneak peek at what they have in store for Year 2!

The long wait is over! Join Bundy and Bookslap as they review all the happenings in March - birthdays, games, and perhaps a small preview for the future of Teamwork Tuesday? After that, dig into a bit of a spoilercast for the Super Mario Galaxy Movie! Did they love it? Did they hate it? Does it have a plot? Is this the topic Andy and Bookslap finally disagree on?! Just gonna have to listen and see...

Join Bookslap and Bundy as they talk about Pokémon and the 30th anniversary!

Join Andy Bundy and Bookslap as they kick off 2026 with lively discussions about winter challenges, streaming adventures, game achievements, and community-building strategies. This episode offers tips, stories, and insights perfect for gamers, content creators, and fans alike looking to grow and enjoy their passions. Surviving and thriving during record low temperatures and winter pet anticsUpdates on theater productions, school drama, and behind-the-scenes promotionsDeep dive into content creation: streaming schedules, game challenges, and new ideas like IRL streamingExploring classic and modern games: Zelda Oracle, Metroid Prime, Scott Pilgrim, and moreStrategies for community engagement: surveys, feedback, and collaborative content planningHighlighting charity streaming events and how they support causes like the Video Game History Foundation and Prevent Cancer FoundationInside look at new tech, game leaks, and upcoming content experimentsLight-hearted banter about chili-tacos, movie nights, and birthdaysWinter life: pet observations and frigid weather impactsCreative and theatrical projects: school drama rehearsals and promotional effortsContent strategies: weekly streams, game backlogs, and community challengesGame discussions: Zelda Oracle of Ages, Zelda II, Metroid Prime remaster possibilities, and MoreCommunity involvement: surveys for feedback, community goals, and collaborative decision-makingCharity events: GDQ volunteer work, donations, and speedrun challengesFuture plans: IRL streams, random sound effects commands, and themed game monthsPractical advice: setting measurable goals versus vague resolutions, and how to avoid burnoutChapters: 00:00 - Welcome and season recap — how to navigate the winter cold and keep spirits high 02:08 - Pet antics during extreme cold: Lloyd and Tilly’s reactions to winter 04:02 - School drama and theater updates: rehearsals, cancellations, and promotions 06:05 - New Year’s resolutions: goals vs. ongoing habits and how to measure success 08:22 - The importance of measurable goals and setting achievable targets 11:19 - Andy’s new job as an AV technician: work stories and NDA confidentiality 12:48 - The snow emergency and travel shutdown; safety tips for winter commuting 15:09 - Content creation ideas: IRL streams, stream diary, and community feedback 16:36 - The “Wheel of Games”: spinning to decide gaming backlog and audience participation 19:40 - Zelda Oracle of Ages: progress, challenges, and the difficulty of the final dungeon 23:12 - Game leaks and the possibility of Metroid Prime 2 Echoes remaster on NSO 25:21 - Streaming music: highlights, favorite tracks, and creating themed playlists 30:20 - Yooka-Laylee review: improvements, hopes for future projects, and behind-the-scenes stories 32:50 - Community shoutout: supporting indie devs and Kickstarter projects 38:13 - Upcoming game plans: virtual console, Virtual Boy, and other classic console exploration 42:07 - GDQ highlights: charity fundraising, volunteer work, and managing donation reads 44:29 - Silent Hill F review, movies, and horror game fan insights 45:57 - Movie nights: discussing emotion, tension, and adding new movies to viewing rotation 60:20 - Food banter: chili, cinnamon rolls, and the hilarity of chili-topped cinnamon buns 62:40 - The “Chili is a Taco” debate: open-faced sandwiches, tacos, and food hierarchy 63:36 - Community movie nights: Wicked, Philadephia, and Iron Giant discussions 64:50 - End-of-episode shoutouts: community surveys, feedback, and future content plans 67:13 - Celebrating Andy’s birthday and the importance of community support 68:40 - Final thoughts: audience engagement, community feedback, and upcoming streaming projects

Christmas has come and gone so let's talk about it! Bundy and Bookslap chat about Christmas traditions, what was streamed in December, and more in this episode of Life in the Bear Cave! ------ My Links ------ Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/bundy Follow me on Twitch! https://www.twitch.tv/andy_bundy How about some merch? https://store.andybundy.net/ Check out the website too! https://andybundy.net/

Thanksgiving has passed! Let's talk about what we did in November and maybe some holiday shenanigans this month in the Life in the Bear Cave Podcast! ------ My Links ------Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/bundyFollow me on Twitch! https://www.twitch.tv/andy_bundyHow about some merch? https://store.andybundy.net/Check out the website too! https://andybundy.net/ ~~Chapters~~ 00:00 - Teaser 00:57 - Intro 5:30 - Thanksgiving Traditions 20:30 - Thanksgiving Movies 32:29 - Andy's November Recap 38:25 - Bookslap's November Recap 46:13 - Teamwork Tuesday's November Recap 53:30 - Discord Shenanigans 1:01:32 - Outro

The Bear Cave Podcast has returned! More than one episode this year! Because I struggle doing them on my own, I've recruited my amazing mod Bookslap to assist me in hosting the Life in the Bear Cave podcast! Check out Bookslap: https://www.twitch.tv/bookslap Join the Bundy's Bear Cave Discord! https://discord.gg/bundy ----- Chapters ----- 0:00 - Introduction: "We're Back!" 02:16 - General Stream and Community Review 09:44 - Community and Discord Activities 21:16 - Spooky Month (October) Traditions and Holidays 28:16 - October Streaming Game Review 57:46 - Future Plans and Conclusion

It's been a hot minute since I've uploaded an episode on here, but I thought 2025 would be an exciting time to start uploading again! I have some ideas, but getting this out was a big step for me... Join the Bear Cave Discord

For the first LIVE Podcast originally broadcast on my Twitch Channel, I sit down with Tridenttail and talk about Diddy Kong Racing, Music, Among Us and MORE! Links: Tridenttail's Segmented Run Trident's Music Blog "You Can Be My Wave" Andy's Discord