A podcast by two friends who love storytelling, video games, and romance! Reignite is a podcast where Matt and Frankie play through a series but this time their playthroughs will be more critical. Every choice will be made as close to their moral compass as possible and they will discuss the choices they made and what meaning, knowledge, or wisdom they can pull from the game. Play along with them and share your experiences!
S6 E20 · Thu, April 10, 2025
The Arishok informs Hawke that there was a theft. Someone stole what they thought was the formula for explosive gaatlock powder but it was switched out with the formula for a poisonous gas. After a long trek through a smuggler’s cave, Hawke confronts the obvious thief, Javaris, only to discover he’s the fall guy and the real thief is an elf woman. Back to Lowtown Hawke goes to find a side alley covered in a green gas. After some fighting and closing off the gas barrels, Hawke comes face to face with the real thief and learns more about her motivations. Once all is done, Hawke returns to the Arishok to deliver the news–and to be given further insight into the Qunari occupation. Special thanks to Redd Spinks for our amazing logo as well as to Miracle of Sound for the song Age Of The Dragon, which we use as our theme music. TRANS DAY OF STAYING IN AND HAVING A NICE BOOK! You can find the show on Instagram and Bluesky ! ! Please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! Rate us on Spotify! Wanna join the Certain POV Discord? Click here!
S6 E19 · Thu, March 27, 2025
Once we finish with the viscount it’s time to see how Kirkwall, and our friends, have changed since our rise in society. Special thanks to Redd Spinks for our amazing logo as well as to Miracle of Sound for the song Age Of The Dragon, which we use as our theme music. You can find the show on Instagram and Bluesky ! ! Please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! Rate us on Spotify! Wanna join the Certain POV Discord? Click here!
S6 E18 · Thu, March 13, 2025
IT’S TIME. After we give Bartrand our gold and maps, then it’s time to select our party and get going. But not before Leandra begs us to leave our little sibling home. She never wants us to do anything fun. No matter who Hawke takes along, it is a long march through the deep roads until we hit a cave in. Hawke must take initiative and clear out the dangerous side passageways of darkspawn before the party can progress. Along the way, we find a familiar face with some familiar and yet still mind boggling enchantments/not enchantments. Once we find the creepy primeval thaig, everything goes to shit. Batrand betrays us over an idol made of lyrium, we discover some ancient hungry rock wraiths, and a demon offers us a deal so we can leave. Will everyone survive the expedition? What becomes of the Hawke family? Special thanks to Redd Spinks for our amazing logo as well as to Miracle of Sound for the song Age Of The Dragon, which we use as our theme music. You can find the show on Instagram and Bluesky ! ! Please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! Rate us on Spotify! Wanna join the Certain POV Discord? Click here!
S6 E17 · Thu, February 27, 2025
In this episode we’re going to go over some of the side quests we left until the last minute–or did we? Some were fetch quests but some of them gave interesting insight into Hawke’s world. Special thanks to Redd Spinks for our amazing logo as well as to Miracle of Sound for the song Age Of The Dragon, which we use as our theme music. You can find the show on Instagram and Bluesky ! ! Please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! Rate us on Spotify! Wanna join the Certain POV Discord? Click here!
S6 E16 · Thu, February 13, 2025
Hawke receives a mysterious letter requesting a meeting on the wounded coast to save some innocent lives. When Hawke and company arrive, it is Ser Thrask, our templar acquaintance whose own mage daughter chose to die rather than live in the circle. Thrask informs Hawke that there are apostate mages hiding in the caverns behind him. They escaped while being transported from Starkhaven to Kirkwall. Thrask begs Hawke to convince the mages to surrender because if they don’t, another templar who has less room in his heart for mercy will flat out kill them all without giving it a second thought. Through the cavern Hawke goes to fight many skellingtons and come face to face with Decimus, the leader of this band of apostates. Decimus refuses to talk to us, takes us to be Templar allies immediately, and initiates a fight. Once he’s dead, Hawke must decide what to do with the remaining mages. Submit them to the circle or help them flee. Special thanks to Redd Spinks for our amazing logo as well as to Miracle of Sound for the song Age Of The Dragon, which we use as our theme music. To find out more about Lambda Legal click here! You can find the show on Instagram and Bluesky ! ! Please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! Rate us on Spotify! Wanna join the Certain POV Discord? Click here!
S6 E15 · Thu, January 16, 2025
A stressed out mom in the alienage is seen speaking to a templar about her missing son. She tells us that he is showing signs of magic that can’t be controlled and she’s afraid he might hurt himself. With some tips to follow, Hawke and crew go off to locate the boy and help him decide his next steps. Special thanks to Redd Spinks for our amazing logo as well as to Miracle of Sound for the song Age Of The Dragon, which we use as our theme music. You can find the show on Instagram , and Bluesky ! ! Please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! Rate us on Spotify! Wanna join the Certain POV Discord? Click here!
S6 E14 · Thu, January 02, 2025
Kirkwall runs on rumors, and our buddy Varric is the sieve through which they filter down into actionable information. According to Varric, a chantry sister is roaming low town at night looking for help with a special task. The sister in question, Sister Petrice, can be found making a poor decision to follow some unsavory characters into an alleyway. After Hawke’s intervention, Petrice offers us a job that is suited for someone who can move about the dark places of Kirkwall freely. Once we visit her safe house, we learn that she is in possession of a qunari mage, a saarebas, who was separated from his handler and Petrice wishes for us to bring him to freedom–whether he wants it or not. After a skirmish in Lowtown where Saarebas shows his teeth, Hawke emerges above ground to find a nasty surprise waiting for them. Special thanks to Redd Spinks for our amazing logo as well as to Miracle of Sound for the song Age Of The Dragon, which we use as our theme music. Check out this week's Fandom Corner: Play Along Podcast You can find the show on Instagram , Tumblr , and Bluesky ! ! Please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! Rate us on Spotify! Wanna join the Certain POV Discord? Click here!
S6 E13 · Thu, December 19, 2024
While your hosts are strong advocates for mage rights, it’s hard to ignore a woman worried about her brother–especially if she’s destitute without him. Macha informs us that her brother, a templar recruit has gone missing and Knight Commander Meredith is keeping the situation hushed up. A visit to the Gallows reveals that Keran isn’t the only missing recruit–but one of them has returned, only to be followed out to the Wounded Coast by Knight Captain Cullen. Cullen exposes the recruit and then hands over the investigation to us since we can move freely throughout the city of Kirkwall. Special thanks to Redd Spinks for our amazing logo as well as to Miracle of Sound for the song Age Of The Dragon, which we use as our theme music. You can find the show on Instagram , Tumblr , Bluesky and Facebook! Please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! Rate us on Spotify! Wanna join the Certain POV Discord? Click here!
S6 E12 · Thu, November 21, 2024
Remember our pal Javaris? He offered us money if we went out of our way to kill some Tal Vashoth, qunari who abandoned the qun to kill for their own glory. According to him, if we, including our guest Troytlepower , kill the Tal Vashoth, the Arishok who leads the qunari who have been stranded in Kirkwall will share the ultra sacred super secret formula to create gatlock powder, an explosive material that only the Qunari know how to make. Whether we agree or not, we do need to make 50 gold to buy into an expedition and advance the plot, so… I’m sure the Arishok will give Javaris what he wants. Right? Special thanks to Redd Spinks for our amazing logo as well as to Miracle of Sound for the song Age Of The Dragon, which we use as our theme music. Check out this week's Fandom Corner: Witch Hunt You can find the show on Twitter , Instagram , Tumblr , Bluesky and Facebook! Please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! Rate us on Spotify! Wanna join the Certain POV Discord? Click here!
S6 E11 · Thu, November 07, 2024
There’s a bounty out to find the missing son of Kirkwall’s viscount. What a better way to earn some gold and rise in the estimation of the nobility Hawke should have been part of? Too bad Hawke isn’t first to the party. The Winters already have a lead, but they don’t seem the type of people to talk things out. With the blessing of the Seneschal, Hawke can intervene and try to bring Saemus home safely. Upon arrival, it’s too late to prevent the murder of the Qunari blamed for Saemus’s disappearance, but it’s not too late to protect Seamus from the people who killed his friend. Special thanks to Redd Spinks for our amazing logo as well as to Miracle of Sound for the song Age Of The Dragon, which we use as our theme music. Check out this week's Fandom Corner: Haunt Your House You can find the show on Twitter , Instagram , Tumblr , Bluesky and Facebook! Please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! Rate us on Spotify! Wanna join the Certain POV Discord? Click here!
S6 E10 · Thu, October 10, 2024
This is Reignite, Kirkwall’s only true crime podcast. Today we bring you the first part of a gruesome string of murders spanning over 3 years. From tracking a missing noble woman who possibly ran away from her dreadful husband, to uncovering a conspiracy of missing women, our investigator scours Kirkwall from High Town to Low following the trail of a killer. Not even blood magic can stop our investigator in their hunt. This is part one of The White Lily Murders. Special thanks to Redd Spinks for our amazing logo as well as to Miracle of Sound for the song Age Of The Dragon, which we use as our theme music. In lieu of Fandom Corner, please visit nativehope.org and fromthebottomupfoundation.org to learn more about the ongoing crisis of missing black and indigenous women in the USA. You can find the show on Twitter , Instagram , Tumblr , Bluesky and Facebook! Please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! Rate us on Spotify! Wanna join the Certain POV Discord? Click here!
S6 E9 · Thu, September 12, 2024
There are many people for us to speak to while we wander around Hightown, one of which is a magistrate who has a mission for us. He has heard that we are able to get things done on the sly and wants us to battle our way through ancient ruins to collect an escaped convict and bring him back for justice, the ancient ruins are filled with beasts that normal guards are not equipped to handle, but who cares if we throw our lives away right once we arrive at the ruins we learn that there is more to this convict than we were initially told, because of course there is this convict has a history of abducting and murdering elvin children, and nothing has been done about it. An elf whose daughter was most recently abducted and presumed dead requests that we put the murderer down instead of bringing him back alive as ordered. Special thanks to Redd Spinks for our amazing logo as well as to Miracle of Sound for the song Age Of The Dragon, which we use as our theme music. Check out this week's Fandom Corner: Conor Carroll Art Also check out Dragon Age: Vows & Vengeance here! You can find the show on Twitter , Instagram , Tumblr , Bluesky and Facebook! Please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! Rate us on Spotify! Wanna join the Certain POV Discord? Click here!
S6 E8 · Thu, August 29, 2024
We have a complete party and a mission– earn 50 big ones so Bartrand will let us tag along on his expedition. Our first cash grab is to help out Hubert, a salesman based in High Town. He owns a mine ominously named “The Bone Pit” where something mysterious has disrupted production. Miners aren’t reporting in and no one will check it out because of the mine’s spooky history. In walks Hawke who ain’t afraid of no bone pit. Can we solve the mystery in the mine? Special thanks to Redd Spinks for our amazing logo as well as to Miracle of Sound for the song Age Of The Dragon, which we use as our theme music. Check out this week's Fandom Corner: The Goblin Emporium You can find the show on Twitter , Instagram , Tumblr , Bluesky and Facebook! Please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! Rate us on Spotify! Wanna join the Certain POV Discord? Click here!
S6 E7 · Thu, August 15, 2024
Now that we’re fresh out of indentured servitude, maybe it’s time we keep our promise to the scary lady who rescued us from darkspawn. Off to Sundermount we go to present Marethari with an amulet. The Dalish are, understandably, wary of our approach, but we are expected so we get something of a free pass to at least keep breathing until they decide otherwise. Marethari asks Hawke and co to bring the amulet to the top of the mountain, let her apprentice do some magic over it, then bring it back. Once that’s done then we’re done! Oh but also can we adopt Merrill? Special thanks to Redd Spinks for our amazing logo as well as to Miracle of Sound for the song Age Of The Dragon, which we use as our theme music. Check out this week's Fandom Corner: Lil Shop of Husbands You can find the show on Twitter , Instagram , Tumblr , Bluesky and Facebook! Please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! Rate us on Spotify! Wanna join the Certain POV Discord? Click here!
S6 E6 · Thu, August 01, 2024
With this week's guest Andrew McMahon in tow we head back to the Hanged Man where we see a beautiful lady beat the shit out of a bunch of gross men. Of COURSE we want to talk to her. She immediately decides we can help her by having her back on a duel. When we go to support her, we learn that her opponent plays dirty (shocking) and is waiting to hear news of her death in the Chantry. We fight our way through more raiders and discover that our new stabby friend has a lot more going on than we thought. Special thanks to Redd Spinks for our amazing logo as well as to Miracle of Sound for the song Age Of The Dragon, which we use as our theme music. Check out this week's Fandom Corner: Prince Puca You can find the show on Twitter , Instagram , Tumblr , Bluesky and Facebook! Please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! Rate us on Spotify! Wanna join the Certain POV Discord? Click here!
S6 E5 · Thu, July 18, 2024
Our former employer points us to a dwarf named Anso who needs someone to reclaim cargo that was…not not stolen from him by some very reasonable smugglers. A few dead bodies later and it seems like the crew has been had. What’s really going on here? Special thanks to Redd Spinks for our amazing logo as well as to Miracle of Sound for the song Age Of The Dragon, which we use as our theme music. Check out this week's Fandom Corner: OctoBabe You can find the show on Twitter , Instagram , Tumblr , Bluesky and Facebook! Please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! Rate us on Spotify! Wanna join the Certain POV Discord? Click here!
S6 E4 · Thu, July 04, 2024
With Hawke’s sibling, we break into the Amell estate and clean out the slavers that purchased it from Gamlen all those years ago. Once they’re gone, Hawke has the opportunity to explore, pick up a gift, and then return to Leandra with news of what the will really said. We also catch up on the latest Dragon Age: The Veilguard news! Special thanks to Redd Spinks for our amazing logo as well as to Miracle of Sound for the song Age Of The Dragon, which we use as our theme music. Check out this week's Fandom Corner: Seventy Percent Cocoa You can find the show on Twitter , Instagram , Tumblr , Bluesky and Facebook! Please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! Rate us on Spotify! Wanna join the Certain POV Discord? Click here!
S6 E3 · Thu, June 20, 2024
With Aveline in our party our next stop is to visit Sundermount to clear up that ambush. Once all of the well equipped bandits are dead, it’s a job well done! Right? Apparently not in Captain Jeven’s eyes–instead he accuses Aveline of showboating and threatens to throw both Aveline and Hawke in jail if they disobey orders again. Aveline refuses to let it end there, so with some investigating she learns that the ambush was meant for the lone patrol of Brennan, a guard who was carrying pay and orders from one location to another. She has passed this off to Donnic who is now in the same danger Brennan was. Hawke and Aveline must rescue Donnic and discover what Captain Jeven has been hiding. Special thanks to Redd Spinks for our amazing logo as well as to Miracle of Sound for the song Age Of The Dragon, which we use as our theme music. You can find the show on Twitter , Instagram , Tumblr , Bluesky and Facebook! Please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! Rate us on Spotify! Wanna join the Certain POV Discord? Click here!
S6 E2 · Thu, June 06, 2024
With Varric in our party, we have a lot of opportunities ahead of us. We check in on our old friend Aveline, get more information out of Varric, visit our uncle’s terrible house, and make a new friend who immediately puts our lives in danger. Special thanks to Redd Spinks for our amazing logo as well as to Miracle of Sound for the song Age Of The Dragon, which we use as our theme music. You can find the show on Twitter , Instagram , Tumblr , Bluesky and Facebook! Please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! Rate us on Spotify! Wanna join the Certain POV Discord? Click here!
S6 E1 · Thu, May 23, 2024
And so we leave behind the Hero of Ferelden and move on to a new story. Varric Tethras, a dwarf is dragged in to sit before the Seeker, Cassandra Pentaghast. She is looking for The Champion and believes that Varric can reveal where they are. Sit back and attend the tale of the Champion of Kirkwall. Special thanks to Redd Spinks for our amazing logo as well as to Miracle of Sound for the song Age Of The Dragon, which we use as our theme music You can find the show on Twitter , Instagram , Tumblr , Bluesky and Facebook! Please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! Rate us on Spotify! Wanna join the Certain POV Discord? Click here!
S5 E30 · Thu, May 09, 2024
We’ve made it to the end of Season 5! Time to talk about the highs and lows of Dragon Age: Origins and all of its DLC. We also chat about our prep for Season 6 and what to expect as we gear up for our next adventure! Special thanks to Redd Spinks for our new amazing logo as well as to Radek Wade and Echoes of Oblivion for the song World of Thedas, which we use as our theme music. If you want tickets to GIFCon you can grab them here! If you want to check out the “Fun” & Games' chat about signposting in games you can listen here . You can find the show on Twitter , Instagram , Tumblr , Bluesky and Facebook! Please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! Rate us on Spotify! Wanna join the Certain POV Discord? Click here!
Thu, April 25, 2024
Remember those nobles? We can’t put them off any longer. They want to know what we plan on doing about the Darkspawn. We’re sent off to Amaranthine only to learn that the city guard considers Amaranthine to be a lost cause and The Mother is marching on the keep. Here is our big choice–do we stay and search for survivors or do we return to our keep to defend it? No matter what we decide, we then must take the fight to The Mother. The Architect asks us to stand with him against her and to allow him to continue his experiments to give Darkspawn free will. Another ethically sticky situation. With or without the Architect, the Mother must be taken out. Special thanks to Redd Spinks for our new amazing logo as well as to Radek Wade and Echoes of Oblivion for the song World of Thedas, which we use as our theme music. If you want tickets to GIFCon you can grab them here! If you want to check out the “Fun” & Games' retrospective on the Xbox 360 you can listen here . You can find the show on Twitter , Instagram , Tumblr , Bluesky and Facebook! Please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! Rate us on Spotify! Wanna join the Certain POV Discord? Click here! To donate to Nex Benedict’s GoFundMe click here.
S5 E28 · Thu, April 11, 2024
The nobles are gathered, concerned about how the wardens will protect them in the coming war with the Darkspawn. But before we deal with all that noise, it’s time to fuck off for a bit and help our friends with their problems. Special thanks to Redd Spinks for our new amazing logo as well as to Radek Wade and Echoes of Oblivion for the song World of Thedas, which we use as our theme music. If you want tickets to GIFCon you can grab them here! If you want to check out the “Fun” & Games PAX East 2024 Special you can listen here . You can find the show on Twitter , Instagram , Tumblr , Bluesky and Facebook! Please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! Rate us on Spotify! Wanna join the Certain POV Discord? Click here! To donate to Nex Benedict’s GoFundMe click here.
S5 E27 · Thu, March 14, 2024
At Knotwood Hills, we find the Darkspawn trying to drag away a member of the Legion of the Dead– Sigrun did not consent. With the Warden’s help, Sigrun returns to Kal’Hirol, the site of some serious darkspawn activity that obliterated her faction of the Legion, leaving only her behind. Here we finally see both sides of the Darkspawn schism push against each other–hurlock against hurlock, genlock against genlock. After winding our way through Kal’Hirol, we find that the Broodmothers are at it again and only we can stop them. Special thanks to Redd Spinks for our new amazing logo as well as to Radek Wade and Echoes of Oblivion for the song World of Thedas, which we use as our theme music. You can find the show on Twitter , Instagram , Tumblr , Bluesky and Facebook! Please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! Rate us on Spotify! Wanna join the Certain POV Discord? Click here! To donate to Nex Benedict’s GoFundMe click here.
S5 E26 · Thu, February 29, 2024
The Warden enters the Wending Wood to investigate the caravan attacks and finds wreckage being picked over by looters. After running around the wood, fighting darkspawn, sylvans, arguing with a botanist, talking statues, and doing some research–it becomes clear that not everything is as simple as it appears. We encounter an elf hellbent on defending the woods as the home of her brutalized and murdered clan of Dalish as well as human mercenaries ripped apart–all a ruse put together by the darkspawn. Velenna relents with the evidence we present her, her sister’s amulet found on the body of a darkspawn. She joins us with the intention of rescuing her sister or at least resolving what happened to her and we are pushed further along the narrative of this war between darkspawn. A mysterious being puts the squad to sleep and they wake again in captivity. Velenna’s sister, disconcertingly presenting as someone tainted by darkspawn, arrives to help us escape. We fight through only to watch Seranni escape with the mysterious darkspawn leader. Velenna asks the warden to allow her into the Grey Wardens so that she may rescue her sister.Special thanks to Redd Spinks for our new amazing logo as well as to Radek Wade and Echoes of Oblivion for the song World of Thedas, which we use as our theme music You can find the show on Twitter , Instagram , Tumblr , Bluesky and Facebook! Please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! Rate us on Spotify! Wanna join the Certain POV Discord? Click here! To donate to Nex Benedict’s GoFundMe click here.
Thu, February 15, 2024
We take our first step out of Amaranthine toward Blackmarsh, where Grey Warden Kristoff is rumored to have disappeared. Blackmarsh is shrouded in mystery and fear–rumors of hauntings and monsters become reality as the warden moves through the marsh. Unfortunately, it’s too late to rescue Kristoff. He was killed as a ploy by darkspawn to draw the Warden in and trap them in the fade. In order to escape, they must face the Baroness who long ago trapped an entire village in the fade to punish them for turning against her. With the help of a righteous spirit, they succeed–only to be dropped back into reality along with that spirit and the possessed baroness. Once we destroy her and her pride for good, the villagers can finally be free from their fade prison. Our new friend is not so lucky. He is trapped with us on the wrong side of the veil and needs guidance to figure out his next steps. Special thanks to Redd Spinks for our new amazing logo as well as to Radek Wade and Echoes of Oblivion for the song World of Thedas, which we use as our theme music. You can find the show on Twitter , Instagram , Tumblr , Bluesky and Facebook! Please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! Rate us on Spotify! Wanna join the Certain POV Discord? Click here!
S5 E24 · Thu, January 18, 2024
We still haven’t quite gotten into the meat of the story, but we’re getting there! We’ve started clearing out the basement of darkspawn, found some nifty trinkets to give our friends, explored the city of Amaranthine, such as it is, opened up the way for the main quests, and dealt with some smugglers! Special thanks to Redd Spinks for our new amazing logo as well as to Radek Wade and Echoes of Oblivion for the song World of Thedas, which we use as our theme music. You can find the show on Twitter , Instagram , Tumblr , Bluesky and Facebook! Please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! Rate us on Spotify! Wanna join the Certain POV Discord? Click here!
S5 E23 · Thu, January 04, 2024
With two new wardens at our side, it’s time to see what we’re working with. Our counselors, Captain Garavel, Seneschal Varrel, and Mistress Woolsey all have something for us to work on. Everywhere we turn, someone is in need. While exploring the Keep, we encounter a burglar, a stone mason, and a courier with missions for us to complete. Special thanks to Redd Spinks for our new amazing logo as well as to Radek Wade and Echoes of Oblivion for the song World of Thedas, which we use as our theme music. You can find the show on Twitter , Instagram , Tumblr , Bluesky and Facebook! Please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! Rate us on Spotify! Wanna join the Certain POV Discord? Click here!
S5 E22 · Thu, December 21, 2023
We have finally moved on to Awakening. Whether you’re importing a surviving Hero of Ferelden or starting fresh with a new warden, we enter the scene as the Warden Commander for Amaranthine, holdings granted to the Wardens as a result of their role in ending the Blight in Denerim. As always, the first day of the job goes to hell as we discover a sneak attack launched on the keep by darkspawn. They’re organized, they’re determined…and one of them can talk. With the help of Mhairi, we fight our way through the village to the keep where we rescue civilians, recruit a new mage and a familiar face, and face off with the mysterious talking darkspawn. Success leads to new grey wardens, but unfortunately, not everyone makes it through the joining. Special thanks to Redd Spinks for our new amazing logo as well as to Radek Wade and Echoes of Oblivion for the song World of Thedas, which we use as our theme music. You can find the show on Twitter , Instagram , Tumblr , Bluesky and Facebook! Please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! Rate us on Spotify! Wanna join the Certain POV Discord? Click here!
S5 E21 · Thu, November 23, 2023
No matter what we chose before the battle against the Archdemon, Morrigan leaves our party and disappears as she promised she would. The Warden sets off to find her, whether to help an old friend or get revenge for a perceived slight is up to the player. Along the way we meet Ariane, a Dalish warrior who also hunts Morrigan, but to retrieve a stolen item, and Finn a mage who is interested in the elven artifacts called Eluvians. This new team works together to track down an active eluvian with the hope of finding Morrigan as well. When we do, we don’t get quite what we expected. Special thanks to Redd Spinks for our new amazing logo as well as to Radek Wade and Echoes of Oblivion for the song World of Thedas, which we use as our theme music. You can find the show on Twitter , Instagram , Tumblr , Bluesky and Facebook! Please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! Rate us on Spotify! Wanna join the Certain POV Discord? Click here!
S5 E20 · Thu, November 09, 2023
It’s time for a solo mission! Sort of. The warden leaves behind their companions to return to the Deep Roads. Here they join Jerric Dace as they retrace the steps of an expedition for Amgarrak, a laboratory said to have recreated the work of Caridin with the help of a Tevinter mage. 20 men disappeared on the expedition for this lost research, including Jerric’s brother. Together, with his trusty bronto Snug, you discover the gruesome secrets of the Golems of Amgarrak. Special thanks to Redd Spinks for our new amazing logo as well as to Radek Wade and Echoes of Oblivion for the song World of Thedas, which we use as our theme music. You can find the show on Twitter , Instagram , Tumblr , Bluesky and Facebook! Please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! Rate us on Spotify! Wanna join the Certain POV Discord? Click here!
S5 E19 · Thu, October 26, 2023
Before Leliana was a sister at the Chantry, she was a bard in Orlais, working for Marjolaine. This DLC is a glimpse into the moment that changed the course of Leliana’s life. With her friends Sketch and Tug, Leliana sets about to create chaos in Ferelden at Marjolaine’s request. What starts as a night of rowdy mischief-making in the name of Orlais turns serious when Leliana realizes one of Marjolaine’s tasks can result in treason and possibly death for all of them. But is that the end of the story? Special thanks to Redd Spinks for our new amazing logo as well as to Radek Wade and Echoes of Oblivion for the song World of Thedas, which we use as our theme music. You can find the show on Twitter , Instagram , Tumblr , Bluesky and Facebook! Please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! Rate us on Spotify! Wanna join the Certain POV Discord? Click here!
S5 E18 · Thu, October 12, 2023
Now that our warden’s story is over–for the moment, at least–we turn our attention to another timeline, one in which our warden does not survive the joining and it falls to Alistair to end the Blight. As a Darkspawn Vanguard, we must follow the Arch Demon’s instructions and fight our way to Fort Drakon where a final battle will decide the fate of Denerim. Special thanks to Redd Spinks for our new amazing logo as well as to Radek Wade and Echoes of Oblivion for the song World of Thedas, which we use as our theme music. You can find the show on Twitter , Instagram , Tumblr , Bluesky and Facebook! Please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! Rate us on Spotify! Wanna join the Certain POV Discord? Click here!
S5 E17 · Thu, September 28, 2023
Before we can take on the horde, Riordan has some important information for our wardens. Apparently the reason Grey Wardens are the only ones who can end a blight is because their darkspawn blood will draw the soul of the archdemon into the Warden’s body, destroying them both. Fun! Ultimately, one of our Wardens must die, it seems– except our swamp bestie Morrigan has a solution. Get the lady preggers and we all walk away free and clear. What to do, what to do? No matter what, we take to the streets of Denerim to quell the horde and fight our way to Fort Drakon for our final stand against the Archdemon. How will our stories end? Special thanks to Redd Spinks for our new amazing logo as well as to Radek Wade and Echoes of Oblivion for the song World of Thedas, which we use as our theme music. You can find the show on Twitter , Instagram , Tumblr , Bluesky and Facebook! Please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! Rate us on Spotify! Wanna join the Certain POV Discord? Click here!
S5 E16 · Thu, September 14, 2023
Now that we’ve uncovered yet another one of Loghain’s nasty little secrets, it’s time to confront him at the Landsmeet! A debate breaks out where the Warden gets the opportunity to use everything they’ve learned about Loghain’s actions as regent to sway the Landsmeet. Unfortunately, our outcome is not guaranteed. It all comes down to how we’ve handled our interactions leading to this moment. At the end who will sit on the throne? Who will lead Ferelden against the Blight? Special thanks to Redd Spinks for our new amazing logo as well as to Radek Wade and Echoes of Oblivion for the song World of Thedas, which we use as our theme music. You can find the show on Twitter , Instagram , Tumblr and Facebook! Please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! Rate us on Spotify! Wanna join the Certain POV Discord? Click here!
S5 E15 · Thu, August 31, 2023
Thanks to an alliance with Anora, the Warden learns that there is UNREST IN THE ALIENAGE. I’m surprised anyone gives a shit but I guess you don’t want the dying screams of the systematically oppressed to drown out the voices of the nobility, right? The Warden & Crew visit the Alienage where elves are forced to live impoverished to find that Tevinter mages are present claiming that there is a plague that only they can cure– but some people are going into quarantine never to be seen again. The Warden must unravel the mystery to find out what this has to do with Loghain. Special thanks to Redd Spinks for our new amazing logo as well as to Radek Wade and Echoes of Oblivion for the song World of Thedas, which we use as our theme music. You can find the show on Twitter , Instagram , Tumblr and Facebook! Please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! Rate us on Spotify! Wanna join the Certain POV Discord? Click here!
S5 E14 · Thu, August 17, 2023
Back to our regularly scheduled programming– Now that we’ve got a bunch of nonsense out of the way, we can tell Arl Eamon that we’re ready to start the Landsmeet. Loghain wastes no time arriving at Eamon’s doorstep to let us know he won’t stand for our challenge to his authority. It’s clear we need a better foothold in the city. Once Eamon leaves us to our own devices, we can finally handle our remaining companion quests and then embark on a mission to secure an unlikely ally. Disguises and treachery abound in this episode. Special thanks to Redd Spinks for our new amazing logo as well as to Radek Wade and Echoes of Oblivion for the song World of Thedas, which we use as our theme music. You can find the show on Twitter , Instagram , Tumblr and Facebook! Please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! Rate us on Spotify! Wanna join the Certain POV Discord? Click here!
S5 E13 · Thu, August 03, 2023
Our final DLC journey is back to the battlefield of Ostagar. We return to the place where it all began, a place changed by time and war, overrun by the darkspawn that destroyed an army. While we explore, we learn more about King Cailan as well as recover his arms, armor, and eventually– his body. We also do some of the companion quests! Special thanks to Redd Spinks for our new amazing logo as well as to Radek Wade and Echoes of Oblivion for the song World of Thedas, which we use as our theme music. You can find the show on Twitter , Instagram , Tumblr and Facebook! Please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! Rate us on Spotify! Wanna join the Certain POV Discord? Click here!
S5 E12 · Thu, July 20, 2023
Levi Dryden has been hanging out in our camp for AGES just waiting for the warden to pay attention to him. Apparently Duncan promised to help Levi discover the truth behind his family’s alleged betrayal and regain Warden’s Keep as a strategic outpost. So off we go to do just that! Special thanks to Redd Spinks for our new amazing logo as well as to Radek Wade and Echoes of Oblivion for the song World of Thedas, which we use as our theme music. You can find the show on Twitter , Instagram , Tumblr and Facebook! Please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! Rate us on Spotify! Wanna join the Certain POV Discord? Click here!
S5 E11 · Thu, July 06, 2023
While traveling across Ferelden, we come across a merchant stuck at a crossroad–literally. He offers us a golem’s control rod but no golem. The Warden, an intrepid explorer always interested in opportunity, takes their team to Honnleath where the golem is said to be waiting but so are the Darkspawn. Special thanks to Redd Spinks for our new amazing logo as well as to Radek Wade and Echoes of Oblivion for the song World of Thedas, which we use as our theme music. You can find the show on Twitter , Instagram , Tumblr and Facebook! Please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! Rate us on Spotify! Wanna join the Certain POV Discord? Click here!
S5 E10 · Thu, June 22, 2023
We have one treaty left so it’s off to the Brecilian forest to speak with the Dalish elves. When we arrive, of course it’s not as simple as “here’s the treaty, let’s go to war”-- we have to solve yet another problem. The Dalish are being attacked by werewolves of the forest. Special thanks to Redd Spinks for our new amazing logo as well as to Radek Wade and Echoes of Oblivion for the song World of Thedas, which we use as our theme music. You can find the show on Twitter , Instagram , Tumblr and Facebook! Please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! Rate us on Spotify! Wanna join the Certain POV Discord? Click here!
S5 E9 · Thu, June 08, 2023
Whelp, it’s time to fumble around in the deep roads. The squad follows Branka’s trail deeper and deeper underground and through waves of darkspawn to discover some unsettling truths about Orzammar’s current paragon and the Anvil of the Void. Special thanks to Redd Spinks for our new amazing logo as well as to Radek Wade and Echoes of Oblivion for the song World of Thedas, which we use as our theme music. You can find the show on Twitter , Instagram , Tumblr and Facebook! Please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! Rate us on Spotify! Wanna join the Certain POV Discord? Click here!
S5 E8 · Thu, May 25, 2023
We couldn’t put it off any longer (well we could have but Matt wanted to go here next), so it’s time to take on Orzammar. The warden and friends get thrown into a civil war between Prince Bhelen and Lord Harrowmont to determine who will be the next king and thus grant aid to the wardens against the Blight. Special thanks to Redd Spinks for our new amazing logo as well as to Radek Wade and Echoes of Oblivion for the song World of Thedas, which we use as our theme music. Here's a link to Frankie's survey! You can find the show on Twitter , Instagram , Tumblr and Facebook! Please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! Rate us on Spotify! Wanna join the Certain POV Discord? Click here!
S5 E7 · Thu, May 11, 2023
While Loghain argues with his daughter we are attacked! Once the battle is over, the leader of the attack, an elf named Zevran, spills all the beans. So many beans we can’t pick them all up! Then it’s onward to Denerim because we have one singular mission and that is to find Brother Genetiv and the Urn of Sacred Ashes. Special thanks to Redd Spinks for our new amazing logo as well as to Radek Wade and Echoes of Oblivion for the song World of Thedas, which we use as our theme music. You can find the show on Twitter , Instagram and Facebook! Please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! Rate us on Spotify! Wanna join the Certain POV Discord? Click here!
S5 E6 · Thu, April 13, 2023
When we arrive at Lake Calenhad, of course there is something wrong in the tower. Turns out blood mages have done some bad shit and there are now demons everywhere and the Templars are too scared to do their jobs. Greg wants to call for the right of Annulment which would kill EVERYONE including innocent mages and children. The warden decides to go through and find First Enchanter Irving and bring him back. Fuck the circle, fuck the templars, fuck the chantry, fuck this entire fucking building! Special thanks to Redd Spinks for our new amazing logo as well as to Radek Wade and Echoes of Oblivion for the song World of Thedas, which we use as our theme music. You can find the show on Twitter , Instagram and Facebook! Please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! Wanna join the Certain POV Discord? Click here!
S5 E5 · Thu, March 30, 2023
After a HEATED discussion, we agreed that we would first go to Redcliffe and Arl Eamon. So much happens that to summarize it all would be a podcast in itself so here are the highlights: Alistair’s father was King Maric, a mysterious evil plagues the village from the castle, Arl Eamon’s son, Connor, is a mage and summoned a demon and so much more! Special thanks to Redd Spinks for our new amazing logo as well as to Radek Wade and Echoes of Oblivion for the song World of Thedas, which we use as our theme music. You can find the show on Twitter , Instagram and Facebook! Please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! Wanna join the Certain POV Discord? Click here!
S5 E4 · Thu, March 16, 2023
Next stop, Lothering! When we leave Flemeth’s hut with 10% of a plan, we’re fairly certain it’s two inexperienced Grey Wardens and a grumpy witch against the blight, but with one stop we double our party with a good boy, a formerly cloistered sister of the chantry, and a Qunari murderer. All the makings of a family! We also learn that Loghain is talking shit about the Wardens and that Arl Eamon is fatally ill. Special thanks to Redd Spinks for our new amazing logo as well as to Radek Wade and Echoes of Oblivion for the song World of Thedas, which we use as our theme music. You can find the show on Twitter , Instagram and Facebook! Please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! Wanna join the Certain POV Discord? Click here!
S5 E3 · Thu, March 02, 2023
Now that we’ve met the king and Duncan has more or less left us to our own devices, it’s time to explore Ostagar and get up to some shenanigans. We meet some other recruits as well as the newest Warden, Alistair. We journey to the Wilds, meet some witches, attend a war meeting, get voluntold to handle lighting a beacon, and discover a GREAT BETRAYAL. Also we almost die but it’s fine. Special thanks to Redd Spinks for our new amazing logo as well as to Radek Wade and Echoes of Oblivion for the song World of Thedas, which we use as our theme music. You can find the show on Twitter , Instagram and Facebook! Please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! Wanna join the Certain POV Discord? Click here!
Thu, February 16, 2023
As you know Matt and Frankie decided on different origins to kick off our foray into Thedas. No matter how you slice it, traumatic things happen, Duncan shows up and we get forced into a cult. Special thanks to Radek Wade and Echoes of Oblivion for the song World of Thedas, which we use as our theme music. You can find the show on Twitter , Instagram and Facebook! Please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! Wanna join the Certain POV Discord? Click here!
S5 E1 · Thu, February 02, 2023
It’s time to embark on a new adventure so we are off to Thedas to join the Grey Wardens in Dragon Age: Origins. In this episode we chat about our history with the franchise, our plan for this season and share our little twist for character creation this time around. Special thanks to Radek Wade and Echoes of Oblivion for the song World of Thedas , which we use as our theme music. You can find the show on Twitter , Instagram and Facebook! Please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! Wanna join the Certain POV Discord? Click here!
S4 E30 · Thu, January 05, 2023
Andromeda is saved but there is still a bit to do. We visit with Drack and Kesh, return to Habitat 7 for a surprise, and choose someone to represent all of andromeda. Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to JT Music and Andrea Storm Kaden for the song Feels Like Home , which we use as our theme music.
S4 E29 · Thu, December 22, 2022
We return to the Remnant ship armed with data pointing us to the correct location of Meridian. Unfortunately, the Archon knew this would happen and found a way to rip SAM from our system. With everything in danger at the hands of the Archon, Ryder must find a way to catch up and stake a claim in their home. Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to JT Music and Andrea Storm Kaden for the song Feels Like Home , which we use as our theme music.
S4 E28 · Thu, December 08, 2022
Now that the Nexus is back on our side, we can take a minute to breathe. Movie night is back on, and our paramour would like to take us on a date! Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to JT Music and Andrea Storm Kaden for the song Feels Like Home , which we use as our theme music.
S4 E27 · Thu, November 24, 2022
With the help of some very cool technology, the tempest sneaks past the Kett to approach Meridian. We experience some harrowing fights, remnant discoveries, including something that will rock the angara’s perception of themselves–again. Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to JT Music and Andrea Storm Kaden for the song Feels Like Home , which we use as our theme music.
S4 E26 · Thu, November 10, 2022
Now that we have made the most important decision in the game, it’s time to get on with saving the initiative and finding everyone a home. Except– Tann and the initiative leaders don’t trust your intuition, despite the support from your fellow pathfinders. Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to JT Music and Andrea Storm Kaden for the song Feels Like Home , which we use as our theme music.
S4 E25 · Thu, October 27, 2022
We’re back for part two and it’s time to talk more romance in Andromeda! This time we are joined by Sarah , John Lestrange , Wren and Josh Coslar to talk about their favorite romances and why they love them. Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to JT Music and Andrea Storm Kaden for the song Feels Like Home , which we use as our theme music. Also be sure to check out our guests other projects: Sarah - Moviefone Recaps John - thehistorywizard on TikTok Wren - 2 NerdyBirds , Wren’s Writing Josh - False Edge Armory
S4 E25 · Thu, October 13, 2022
We’re back from hiatus and it’s time to talk romance in Andromeda! In part one of this roundtable we are joined by Adam Bailey , Mike Kimble , Kenneth Shepard and Spectre A La Fete to talk about their favorite romances and why they love them. Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to JT Music and Andrea Storm Kaden for the song Feels Like Home , which we use as our theme music. Also be sure to check out our guests other projects: Adam - Horizon’s Point: (Allegedly) a Dungeons and Dragons Podcast Mike - Itch.io page Ken - Normandy FM Spectre - Archives Of The Dragon
S4 E24 · Thu, September 01, 2022
It’s time for the final loyalty mission with our favorite Angaran soft boi, Jaal! This time we’ve brought his biggest fan along for the ride— game guide writer Wren . Three of Jaal’s siblings have joined the Roekaar which motivates him to finally take the fight to Akksul with Ryder and co at his back. It’s time to put an end to the Roekaar once and for all. Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to JT Music and Andrea Storm Kaden for the song Feels Like Home , which we use as our theme music.
S4 E22 · Thu, August 18, 2022
Peebee has sent us all over Heleus for Rem-Tech and finally, after POC has been stolen and retrieved, Peebee can track the mysterious signal to the center of a volcano of all places! So with Case Aiken in tow, we’re off to beat Kalinda to the punch. Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to JT Music and Andrea Storm Kaden for the song Feels Like Home , which we use as our theme music.
Thu, August 04, 2022
It’s Vetra’s turn on the Ryder Loyalty tour and we’re bringing Adam Bailey along for the ride! Sid gave Vetra intel on some settlers who had gone missing and tracked them to the asteroid that was intended to be the Turian golden world– which was also a bust (big surprise). From the moment we arrive it’s chaos and confusion as we make heads or tails of what is really going on. Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to JT Music and Andrea Storm Kaden for the song Feels Like Home , which we use as our theme music. You can also check out Adam's podcast here!
Thu, July 21, 2022
Okay fine, we’ll go help Liam and we are going to bring Sarah along for the ride! This plan is a mess from the beginning, from Trojan Horse gambit to the pirate leader Calot. Through mishaps and an extremely lucky streak, the team makes it through to confront Calot. Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to JT Music and Andrea Storm Kaden for the song Feels Like Home , which we use as our theme music.
S4 E20 · Thu, July 07, 2022
We’ve been building toward it all season– it’s time to stand up for the Krogan people and gain enough evidence to reveal Spender’s dirty deeds. We’re joined by Spectre A La Fete as we help our favorite Krogan Grandpa, Drack, retrieve the stolen seed vault! Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to JT Music and Andrea Storm Kaden for the song Feels Like Home , which we use as our theme music.
S4 E19 · Thu, June 23, 2022
We are joined by Amelia aka FyreWriter as we head for the Asari Ark at the behest of Cora. She firmly believes that finding the Asari and Sarissa will bring order to the Initiative. The Leusenia is worse off than even Natanus– breached again and again by Kett decimation squads. Ryder and Cora have some tough choices to make as they try to rescue the ark and everyone on it. Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to JT Music and Andrea Storm Kaden for the song Feels Like Home , which we use as our theme music.
S4 E18 · Thu, June 09, 2022
It’s time to go find the Turian Ark! Avitus Rix has numbers flashing in his head, a beacon to where he thinks Ark Natanus wound up and where he’ll finally find Macen. We walk with Avitus through the wreckage, reading terminal logs and rerouting power until they finally get to the SAM node. Unfortunately, there is no happy ending for Macen and Avitus. Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to JT Music and Andrea Storm Kaden for the song Feels Like Home , which we use as our theme music.
S4 E17 · Thu, May 26, 2022
Next up in the line of planets that try to kill us is Elaaden, home to the Krogan colony. We are joined by Ariel Pellman to explore this charming planet and leave it to the Krogan to thrive on a planet that is largely considered unlivable. Elaaden has it all; endless deserts, a water hoarder, scavengers ready to rob us blind, and Krogan blood feuds. Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to JT Music and Andrea Storm Kaden for the song Feels Like Home , which we use as our theme music.
Fri, May 20, 2022
It's bonus episode time! This is the audio version of our panel with fellow member of the CertainPOV family, Geoff Moonen about queer representation in gaming! We are also joined by Omega Jones , Anthony Lowry and Reya Jasmin to chat about how queer representation is better than it's ever been but still has a very long way to go.
S4 E15 · Thu, May 12, 2022
Today we’re focused on Kadara, a charming little town full of murder, gang warfare, and toxic water. There is a murder to solve, drugs to get off the streets, a party to crash, and a power struggle to solve. Who will come out as ruler of Kadara Port? Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to JT Music and Andrea Storm Kaden for the song Feels Like Home , which we use as our theme music.
S4 E14 · Thu, April 28, 2022
With guest John Lestrange along for the ride it’s time to finally track down the Archon. With Gil’s help, Ryder gets the coordinates for the Archon’s ship, but that’s not all they find upon arrival– it is tethered to one of the missing arks, Ark Paarchero. Now the team must not only get to the relic but help free the Salarian ark as well. Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to JT Music and Andrea Storm Kaden for the song Feels Like Home , which we use as our theme music.
S4 E13 · Thu, April 14, 2022
The gang is headed to Kadara Port to finally progress the plot! We meet our contact Shena, chat with the head of The Outcasts, Sloane Kelly and figure out how we can finally go after the Archon. Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to JT Music and Andrea Storm Kaden for the song Feels Like Home , which we use as our theme music.
S4 E12 · Thu, March 31, 2022
We’re back on Voeld to actually explore instead of doing a hit-and-run mission and this time with guest Kaz Wheeler in tow. Ryder and crew have turned the tide of Angaran public opinion, but there is more to be done! Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to JT Music and Andrea Storm Kaden for the song Feels Like Home , which we use as our theme music.
S4 E11 · Thu, March 17, 2022
It’s time to head back to Havarl to see how things are going!. The wild overgrowth is dying out, Turian survivors are fending off Roekarr, and Aksuul is more of a subtle threat than we initially thought. Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to JT Music and Andrea Storm Kaden for the song Feels Like Home , which we use as our theme music.
S4 E10 · Thu, March 03, 2022
Sometimes you have to take a break between exploring uncharted worlds and fighting genocidal aliens to do some administrative work back at the office. We stop back at the Nexus to resolve some missions and take a breather. Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to JT Music and Andrea Storm Kaden for the song Feels Like Home , which we use as our theme music.
S4 E9 · Thu, February 17, 2022
Kallo and Suvi were right– the skies of Eos are clear which means there is more for us to discover. Ashley Lauren Rogers joins us as we use giant hammers, kill some bugs, and investigate a murder! Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to JT Music and Andrea Storm Kaden for the song Feels Like Home , which we use as our theme music.
Thu, February 03, 2022
With the Moshae rescued, it’s time for a hero's welcome back on Aya! We explore the city, make friends, influence people, and add to our shopping list of tasks. Also, the Moshae finally takes us to see the vault and figure out next steps.
S4 E7 · Thu, January 20, 2022
With the approval of Evfra our hosts are off in a hurry to Voeld to save the Moshae! Aided by an Angaran strike team, the crew not only finds the prisoners but also finds out why the Kett have been kidnapping the Angarans in the first place. Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to JT Music and Andrea Storm Kaden for the song Feels Like Home , which we use as our theme music.
S4 E6 · Thu, January 06, 2022
Our hosts head off to Havarl with returning guest, Josh Coslar ! They save some scientists, learn about the Angaran belief in the Unbroken Thread, and still have time to stop the planet from dying. All in all, a good day’s work. Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to JT Music and Andrea Storm Kaden for the song Feels Like Home , which we use as our theme music.
S4 E5 · Thu, December 23, 2021
Our crew is off to the stars again, this time headed towards the next vault but not before dodging an armada and getting routed to the surface of Aya by the Angarans. It's the first contact time again. Here’s hoping the second time’s the charm. Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to JT Music and Andrea Storm Kaden for the song Feels Like Home , which we use as our theme music.
S4 E4 · Thu, December 09, 2021
It’s time to head back to the Nexus! While we wait for our new planet to finish baking in the oven of space, we head back to check in with folks and hit up Team Bureaucracy for next steps! Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to JT Music and Andrea Storm Kaden for the song Feels Like Home , which we use as our theme music.
S4 E3 · Thu, November 25, 2021
Colin Parker finally returns to help us discover what secrets are buried in the sands of Eos! We get some new wheels, make some new friends, and explore a new planet all while giving Matt some helpful tips along the way. Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to JT Music and Andrea Storm Kaden for the song Feels Like Home , which we use as our theme music.
S4 E2 · Thu, November 11, 2021
Ryder discovers that the Hyperion isn’t the only one struggling in a new world. Nothing has gone right on the Nexus and it seems that now that the Pathfinder has arrived, everyone has a mission that only Ryder can see through. Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to JT Music and Andrea Storm Kaden for the song Feels Like Home , which we use as our theme music.
Bonus · Sun, November 07, 2021
Happy N7 Day! In this special bonus episode, Matt leads a panel discussion about the Mass Effect Legendary Edition! He chats with his co host Frankie Bradley-Lestrange, Abu Zafar , of Lore Party and Katie Lesperance of Cutscenes: A Video Game Movie Podcast about what they did and didn't love about this remastered collection. Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme for this special episode.
S4 E1 · Thu, October 28, 2021
It’s finally time to embark on a new game! The Ryder twins have their work cut out for them in a new galaxy. What’s a Mass Effect game without a little trauma as a treat? It’s Matt’s first time in Andromeda, so be sure to send us some advice for surviving in a new galaxy! Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to JT Music and Andrea Storm Kaden for the song Feels Like Home , which we use as our theme music. If you want to see the video of our Ryder Family reveals just click right here!
S3 E32 · Thu, September 16, 2021
It’s not over for Blasto-- our favorite Spectre returns, this time with 100% more time travel shenanigans! Join us for the epic finale where Blasto must battle the flow of time itself with the help of his trusty crew. Don’t miss the thrilling conclusion! Thanks to John Lestrange , Brian Chang, and Case Aiken for lending their talents! Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S3 E31 · Thu, September 02, 2021
Blasto is BACK with a new adventure! Join our intrepid heroes through an action packed adventure full of tropes and other tired metaphors! Will Blasto and Bogan Jath finally confess their feelings to each other? Will Lutanna Rix finally get her spin off? Tune in and find out! Thanks to John Lestrange, Brian Chang, and Case Aiken for lending their talents! Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S3 E30 · Thu, August 19, 2021
Now that we have completely finished our Reignite playthrough of the Mass Effect trilogy, it’s time to look back on the choices we’ve made. Matt and MJ relive their favorite moments, least favorite missions, and answer listener questions as they close the book on this journey before embarking on something new. Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S3 E29 · Thu, August 05, 2021
It’s time to retake earth with Kate Sánchez ! During this episode, tears are shed as we experience tender goodbyes, shout about how much we hate turrets, and agonize over that one final decision. Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S3 E28 · Thu, July 22, 2021
We’re back on track with Mark Magro! At the Cerberus headquarters, we discover the Illusive Man’s true nature, we’re punished for being efficient, and we are also SHOCKED to hear how long it’s taking Dan to finish Mark’s tattoo. Fandom Corner features some great TikTok creators ( Lavellam , Deeproadsdunkin , Allisondraste , Frostforgecosplay ). Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S3 E27 · Thu, July 08, 2021
It’s time to party! Our pal Liana Ruppert of Game Informer joins us to talk about all the tender moments Shepard enjoys with friends, mourning those we’ve lost, and how friendship can take different forms. Fandom corner features some gorgeous enamel pins from Psychic Interval . Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S3 E26 · Thu, June 24, 2021
The fight continues in the Citadel DLC, this time with Velvet Divine on our squad! Join us as we talk about pizza delivery, ideal squadmates, and no one being left behind. Fandom Corner features all of us talking about Mass Effect: Legendary Edition (finally). Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S3 E25 · Thu, June 10, 2021
It’s a jam packed episode as we try to cover as much of the Citadel DLC as we can in one episode! Carter Hallett joins us to discuss french-japanese fusion restaurants, what it means to survive, and how Shepard can’t go five minutes without someone shooting at them. Fandom Corner features the BioWare Gear store again because they’re killing it. Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S3 E24 · Thu, May 27, 2021
Colin Parker returns to help us discuss the horrors discovered on Horizon. Despite the darkness of humanity, we’re glad to see that people finally care about Shepard’s mental health and it was amazing to see Miranda reclaim her power. Fandom corner featured another nod to the BioWare gear store . Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S3 E23 · Thu, May 13, 2021
The other half of Normandy FM , Eric Van Allen, joins us to discuss the tragic events on Thessia! We discuss yet another hated mounted gun segment, Liara’s attitude toward Prothean influence over Asari history, and Kai Leng’s cheating ways. Fandom Corner features more footwear, this time from MileHighHeel on Etsy . Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S3 E22 · Thu, April 29, 2021
Time for a break with our pal Nick Luck ! As we take some time on the Citadel, we talk about how Javik still sucks, Tali is still great, and we want more Elcor all the time. Fandom Corner features some sick shoes Matt found online. Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S3 E21 · Thu, April 15, 2021
It’s time for one of the most talked about missions in the whole series-- Priority Rannoch! Derek Van Dyke joins us as we bemoan how gay this could have been, the mistakes that were made in previous playthroughs, the innocence of the Geth, and Shepard’s obvious death wish. Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S3 E20 · Thu, April 01, 2021
This episode takes us deep into the memories of the Geth with Dave Grima of the Dinosaur Machines Game Club Podcast . We talk about the hidden history of the Morning War, the political relevance of this mission, and how frustrating the practical side of this mission was for us as players. Fandom corner features an adorable fan fiction about Legion making a furry friend . Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S3 E19 · Thu, March 18, 2021
Sabrina Harms , author of our N7 Day special, joins us to discuss the cold calculus of war. We talk about how much we hate turrets, more missed opportunities, and Tali’s reaction to the homeworld sky. Fandom corner features Sabrina’s fan fiction found here and Miracle of Sound’s Crucible track. Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S3 E18 · Thu, March 04, 2021
Friend of the pod Spectre a la Fete joins us as we take on the Geth Dreadnought. We discuss how music defines this mission’s mood, an asexual’s view on romance, and a lack of growth for our main character. Fandom corner highlights a custom paint job on a Reddit user’s PS5 . Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S3 E17 · Thu, February 18, 2021
We are joined by Sam Perez to talk about the Quarians and their attempt to reclaim the homeworld. MJ thought this was more of a mission. Mistakes were made. In Fandom Corner MJ shares what she got for Valentine’s Day and where you can find cute Mass Effect dice . Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S3 E16 · Thu, February 04, 2021
Friend of the pod Adam Bailey finally joins us to talk about our favorite space paladin! We discuss the misstep of the black widow trope, using Mass Effect as a narrative exercise, and how disappointed we are in the alternate outcome of this mission. In fandom corner, we get a little personal using prompts from this tumblr post . We also share an email from a listener with thoughts about Mordin’s use of Gilbert and Sullivan . Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S3 E15 · Thu, January 21, 2021
Fellow Garrus stan Dr. Erin Macdonald joins us to talk about how even the smallest missions can have a lasting impact on us as players. We discuss morally gray decisions, our experience with romance, and why the decisions we make have the potential to haunt us. Fandom Corner features handmade scented soap by Dragonsworn and a scented candle for your captain’s cabin by EmberAshesCo . Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S3 E14 · Thu, January 07, 2021
Friend of the Pod Mike Kimble joins us to have a deep and passionate discussion about Jacob Taylor and how Bioware failed his character. We talk about harmful stereotypes, frustrating romance paths, and spirates (spy-pirates). Fandom Corner features two sets of Mass Effect themed RPG dice by GeekStyleDice and NexusOutpost ! Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S3 E13 · Thu, December 24, 2020
MJ’s personal archrival is here to discuss our second official visit to the Citadel! Kenneth Shepard is mainly here for his boy Kaidan, MJ’s just happy to ride the elevators with her friends, and Matt isn’t sure how he feels about Kai Leng (Ken is VERY sure how he feels). Fandom Corner features shout outs to two of our listeners and their projects! Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S3 E12 · Thu, December 10, 2020
The time is finally here! Case Aiken joins us to discuss the most sought after mission of Reignite’s history: Priority Tuchanka. We talk about Krogan history, alternate paths, and losing a friend. Fandom Corner focuses on the constantly improving Bioware Store ! Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S3 E11 · Thu, November 26, 2020
Friend of the pod Abu Zafar is back to talk about the Turian’s secret mission on Tuchanka. We talk useless stoicism, sacrifice in war, and what to do when you’re responsible for someone else’s mistake. Fandom Corner features The Mass Effect Rag by BrentalFloss . Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S3 E10 · Thu, November 12, 2020
One of the great loves of Matt’s life, Professor John Lestrange, joins us to discuss a secret mission as given to us by our pal Wrex. We talk genocide, the futility of choice, and rachni bull shit. Fandom Corner features a cute Futurama mashup and a shop specifically geared toward MJ’s interests . Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
Bonus · Sat, November 07, 2020
Happy N7 Day! In this special bonus episode, Reignite presents Cards Against the Normandy written by ChimeraArts and Spaced0lphin and Clear Head written by our very own Case Aiken. All of our thanks and love to our CPOV family for helping to bring these stories to life. Go out there and give them hell! Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S3 E9 · Thu, October 29, 2020
Our pod crush Ian R. Buck joins us to follow up with more conversation about the Genophage! We talk about the comedic tone this seemingly serious mission takes, question Cerberus motives, and overall have a great time hanging out. Matt gives a solid review of a previous Fandom Corner feature and we have some new shinies for you to see from BrknCreative and HauntYourHouse . Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme Also you can find more details about Extra Life here!
S3 E8 · Thu, October 15, 2020
Our favorite Josh of all trades is back to talk about His and Matt’s girlfriend, Jack! MJ yells about how Mass Effect 3 failed Kasumi, Matt is stoked to reconnect with Jack, and Josh is just happy to be here. Fandom Corner shouts out Tia Verde and Studio Scorpion on Etsy for their nerdy face masks. Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
Bonus · Thu, October 08, 2020
MJ & Matt drop a short announcement about their N7 Day plans.
S3 E7 · Thu, October 01, 2020
Host of the Left Behind Game Club and Cutscenes, Jacob McCourt, joins us to experience the Leviathan DLC for what might have been the first time! Listen as we wonder how Shepard can be so clueless about the obvious indoctrination and how the Reaper origin boiled down to “oh no my hubris!” Fandom corner features a member of the Reignite fandom, @commandernici! Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S3 E6 · Thu, September 17, 2020
Internet darling Nelson Lugo has A LOT of opinions about the Omega DLC. Does he have criticisms? Yes. Is he going to play it again? Also yes because he loves Mass Effect and no one can stop him. Join us as we break down Aria’s quest for revenge.
S3 E5 · Thu, September 03, 2020
Fellow Garrus stan Jesse Vitelli joins MJ & Matt on their mission to Menae where as usual, nothing goes according to plan. Fandom Corner features both a song and artwork inspired by “Palaven Burning”. Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme. Also something cool to check out: Co-written by CPOV's very own Pat Edwards, The Red Opera is an epic new 5th edition warlock-focused adventure, featuring original music, new player species, and new warlock subclasses! Check out the Kickstarter here !
S3 E4 · Thu, August 20, 2020
MJ & Matt swing by Eden Prime with friend of the pod Josh Silverman. They pick up a new friend, learn some unsettling history, and Liara gets insulted at least twice. For Fandom Corner, we have a really cute Javik x Liara fan art called Blue Skies Yellow Eyes by Irish Neko Arts . Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S3 E3 · Thu, August 06, 2020
MJ & Matt talk about the changes to the Citadel, how the Council hasn’t changed at all, and the realities of war as told by eavesdropping. In Fandom Corner, we discuss Mass Effect TikTok. Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S3 E2 · Thu, July 23, 2020
Friend of the pod Kevin Luparello of Lore Party joins us to break down our mission to Mars. We talk about our longing for space travel, how the Alliance did Shepard dirty, and how quickly things are moving. Fandom Corner contains TWO special items, medi-gel hand sanitizer from fan favorite FreshNGeeky and Mass Effect inspired amigurumi patterns by Allison Mohler . Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S3 E1 · Thu, July 09, 2020
It’s a new season and Matt won’t let us sing-- instead Geoff Moonen of “Fun” & Games joins us to discuss his experience playing Mass Effect 3 on the Wii U. Despite committing a war crime, Shepard is still on hand to discuss the Reaper threat at Earth’s front door. Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S2 E35 · Thu, June 25, 2020
This summer, Certain POV Studios in partnership with Reignite Media brings you a blockbuster you won’t forget. Blasto teams up with the most notorious mercenaries this side of the Terminus to save [insert planet] from destruction on [insert localized holiday]. Will our heroes manage to save the day? Or will the children of [insert planet] be left without hope? Tune in for the Blasto Holiday Special! Special thanks to Case Aiken, Josh Coslar, and John Lestrange for helping to make this episode possible. Thank you to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S2 E34 · Thu, June 11, 2020
MJ & Matt are all done with Mass Effect 2! Join them as they discuss what worked, what didn’t, and what they regret. Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S2 E33 · Thu, May 28, 2020
MJ & Matt have one last mission before they can call Mass Effect 2 complete. They are off to rescue Dr. Kenson and confirm an imminent Reaper invasion, but the good doctor has something else in mind. Fandom corner features some Mass Effect face masks and a Mass Relay charm from LacunaTea . Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S2 E32 · Thu, May 14, 2020
MJ & Matt wrap up their outstanding missions before finishing up Season 2 of Reignite. From Firewalker to glitchy ship mazes, they discuss the extra missions they skipped until now. Fandom corner features some adorable acrylic work from MadeByMossDeer and some badass jackets from EtsyJacketDesign !
S2 E31 · Thu, April 30, 2020
If Lair of the Shadow Broker was the most involved, Project Overlord is the most tragic. Professor John Lestrange joins Matt & MJ to discuss the human condition, genocide, and human rights. Fandom Corner features a custom made Bingo card you can find on our social media! Let us know if you got a BINGO! Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S2 E30 · Thu, April 16, 2020
MJ & Matt (with the help of their good friend Rex) embark on the most involved DLC of the Mass Effect series. They discuss Liara’s progression as a character, what it’s like to reconnect with old friends, and how we’ve changed since first meeting that young asari scientist. Fandom Corner features amigurumi by StitchyWitchCrafts . Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S2 E29 · Thu, April 02, 2020
It’s finally time for MJ & Matt to take on the suicide mission. Everything is terrible except for some things that aren’t-- join our heroes as they dive deep into this final battle. Who will live? Who will die? Who will tell their story? Fandom Corner features some heavy metal Mass Effect by Sebdoom . Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S2 E28 · Thu, March 19, 2020
It’s panel time! This week we’re bringing you the live audio of “All is Fair in Love and BioWare,” a panel of BioWare enthusiasts (our very own Matt Storm included) that ran at PAX East 2020. Matt is joined by Jesse Vitelli , Liana Ruppert , Morgan Shaver , and Kenneth Shepard . This panel was a deep dive into the romances of BioWare titles and how they impact the stories that, to this day, are considered some of the greatest in gaming. They also battled it out to see who is the ultimate BioWare Love Interest. Enjoy!
S2 E27 · Thu, March 05, 2020
It’s time for one last loyalty mission. With our new Geth friend and Rob Starobin joining us, we must face one of our most difficult decisions yet. Listen in to find out how we rationalize our choices and how we felt as a result. Fandom corner features unique art by Justine Dillenbeck !
S2 E26 · Thu, February 20, 2020
Time to advance the plot! Where were we? Shepard and crew head off the acquire a reaper IFF and bring home a little something extra. Who can speak Geth? Fandom Corner features MJ’s take on an Ocean’s 11/Mass Effect mash-up and some new merch on certainpov.com ! Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S2 E25 · Thu, February 06, 2020
Friend of the Pod Liana Ruppert stops in to help us crash a party full of crime bosses. We work together to help Kasumi recover her partner’s gray box and talk about how much we hate Donovan Hock. Fandom Corner features a Mass Effect fan zine by Emily N3ver! Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S2 E24 · Thu, January 23, 2020
MJ and Matt discuss Zaeed’s quest for revenge and how badly MJ would like to punch him in the face. Fandom Corner features adorable cookie cutters by Petitcraft . Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S2 E23 · Thu, January 09, 2020
Jeff finally gets a chance to talk about his space girlfriend as we swoop in to help clear Tali of outlandish charges of Treason and point out that genocide is hella bad. Matt brings some more Mass Effect Rap to fandom corner and MJ has opinions. Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S2 E22 · Thu, December 26, 2019
Josh Coslar joins MJ and Matt to talk about the sins of our favorite fish man, Thane Krios. We take a tour through the crime procedural that is C-Sec and stop Thane’s son from making a terrible mistake. Fandom Corner features adorable pillows by Zhelly and a teaser of that game Josh will run for us later this season! Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S2 E21 · Thu, December 12, 2019
Colin Parker of the Scavengers Network is back to talk about everyone’s space boyfriend, Garrus Vakarian. It’s time to get vengeance, but it’s not all it’s cracked up to be. Fandom Corner features fan art created by Amanda Cook, or Thunderhead Fred on Etsy . Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S2 E20 · Thu, November 28, 2019
Finally, a renegade point of view! Mea Pearson joins MJ and Matt to discuss Samara’s wayward daughter, the injustice of Nef’s murder, and the genetic destiny of the Asari. Fandom Corner features a cover by MJ of our favorite Krogan Poet. Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S2 E19 · Thu, November 14, 2019
Nelson Lugo returns to Reignite, with plenty of f-bombs to share. We discuss Krogan culture, puberty, and knowing when to headbutt instead of argue. Fandom Corner features sculptures of our favorite lizard son made by SofikoSculpts on Etsy. Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S2 E18 · Thu, October 31, 2019
Friend of the Pod Ian R. Buck, host of The Extra Dimension and morale officer for the Reignite Discord, joins MJ and Matt to talk about the most morally gray character on Shepard’s team. The mission doesn’t go quite how Mordin expects and he’s left with more questions than answers. Fandom corner features Ian’s attempt at Mass Effect acapella both with and without the backing music added. Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S2 E17 · Thu, October 17, 2019
Burlesque performer and pin up model Jeane Harlot joins MJ & Matt to help them gain the chaotic biotic’s loyalty. Jack wants to leave a hole in the ground where her trauma began, but a survivor from the same facility has other plans. Fandom corner features FreshNGeeky perfume inspired by Mass Effect. Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S2 E16 · Thu, October 03, 2019
MJ and Matt return to Illium to help Miranda with a delicate family issue. Surprising no one, daddy issues abound and Shepard has to try and keep the family together. Fandom corner features Twitch streamer Derek Van Dyke AND a Mass Effect inspired album by Eyeshadow 2600 FM with a sample of the track “Silversun Arcade Hero” featured in the episode. Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S2 E15 · Thu, September 19, 2019
Chuck Collins of Bounce! joins us to discuss Jacob’s loyalty mission. Please be advised that this mission contains themes of sexual assault and abuse. If you stick around to listen, we work together to write Jacob the loyalty mission he deserves without stereotypes or needless violence.
S2 E14 · Thu, September 05, 2019
In this episode, Matt and MJ explore a disabled Collector Ship at the request of the Illusive Man. Surprising no one, except maybe Shepard, it’s a trap and everything is terrible. Fandom Corner features the Mass Effect Fanfiction Writers group on Facebook. Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S2 E13 · Thu, August 22, 2019
Matt and MJ invite their good friend Case Aiken of Another Pass to talk about his experience playing Mass Effect for the first time, the conflict of romance vs being nice, and the epic quest to rescue Tali from Geth forces. Fandom Corner features the podcast Good Morning Zakera Ward. Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S2 E12 · Thu, August 08, 2019
Fandom’s favorite son Abu Zafar of Lore Party joins Matt & MJ as they track a deadly assassin on his final mission. The trio talk about the female gaze and the poetry of the Drell. Fandom Corner features The Crafty Hedonist on Etsy , creator of Mass Effect themed dildos. Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S2 E11 · Thu, July 25, 2019
Matt and MJ visit yet another intergalactic hub of shopping and trade to pick up a new companion, solve a murder, and prevent an inter species incident. Fandom Corner features PodFriends Normandy FM , another Mass Effect deep dive. Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S2 E10 · Thu, July 11, 2019
Matt and MJ discover that there really isn’t any going home again when they try to revisit the Citadel and Captain Anderson. Shopping, breaking up fights, and solving the mystery of whether there are fish on the Presidium take up a lot of time! Our hosts discuss a listener email and Fandom Corner features yet another Shakarian fan fic ( https://archiveofourown.org/works/17338976 ). Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S2 E9 · Thu, June 27, 2019
Ursula of the Queer Dungeoneers podcast joins us to finally vent her frustrations about the scummery that is The Illusive Man and pine after her favorite marshmallow boi. We talk about Miracle of Sound in Fandom Corner much to Matt’s joy. Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S2 E8 · Thu, June 13, 2019
MJ and Matt are off to deal with the Blue Suns again , this time to pick up a Krogan warlord who had dealings with The Collectors. After fighting mercenaries and battle hungry krogan, MJ & Matt end up with a different krogan than they planned. Aside from Matt’s devout love of Steve Blum, fandom corner highlights Less Than Stellar , an actual play podcast set in the Mass Effect Universe. Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S2 E7 · Thu, May 30, 2019
MJ & Matt are back on the hunt for allies to help them stand against the Collectors. Our hosts cover the corrupt prison system, betrayal, and the ethics of buying prisoners (spoiler: it’s unethical). Fandom corner features The Mass Effect Fan Collective run by LiLi Ruppert ( @DirtyEffinHippy on Twitter). Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S2 E6 · Thu, May 16, 2019
In this episode MJ and Matt take on the three biggest merc groups on Omega to save one turian, a vigilante named Archangel. The sniper they find surprises even Shepard. Fandom corner features Singularity, an unlicensed Mass Effect mod for Genesys, a Star Wars Tabletop RPG. Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S2 E5 · Thu, May 02, 2019
Drew Mick is the very model of the podcasting millennial, he joins us to pick up a scientist who’s definitely not a general. We pick up Mordin Solus (doctor, fighter, and salarian), but first we cure a plague (that targets turians and batarians). Drew brought us a fandom corner submission with a spoiler warning for the end of ME3. Check out Marauder Shields comics for an alternate ending to the series! Aside from being a Mass Effect nerd, Drew is also co-host of Headline Heroes ! Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S2 E4 · Thu, April 18, 2019
MJ and Matt are back at it. It’s time to investigate the Illusive Man’s claims by visiting a colony on the heels of an abduction. Our hosts talk about tutorials, paragon vs renegade, and what it means to be pansexual or bisexual. Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S2 E3 · Thu, April 04, 2019
MJ and Matt got stuck in another dimension where there are no Turians but plenty of Orcs as they discuss Vampires as represented in video games. What’s an episode of Reignite without a deep dive into a beloved video game? Matt and MJ talk Skyrim Dawnguard and how the experience measures up to their memories. Stick around after the show for a special surprise! Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S2 E2 · Mon, April 01, 2019
Your hosts take a break from the Mass Effect universe to lovingly reminisce about Bioware’s MMO hayday. In this episode they chat about SWOTOR aka Star Wars: The Old Republic. The two reflect on the game, its highs, its lows and more. Join them on this trip down memory lane. Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S2 E15 · Thu, March 21, 2019
On this episode of Reignite, it’s time for a new season, as Matt and MJ start Mass Effect 2! They make some friends and learn things along the way. MJ shares her own fan fiction for fandom corner and the duo play a new game: Fuck, Friend, Fight! Special thanks to Christina Spinks for designing our newest t-shirt which you can find on Redbubble , our dear dear friend David Boyle for our amazing logo, and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S1 E14 · Thu, March 07, 2019
MJ & Matt aren’t done with Mass Effect just yet. This time they invite Colin M. Parker, co-founder and president of The Scavengers Network , to discuss his love for the game and how it has changed his life. Colin brought some suggestions to Fandom Corner for ways to carry on the game’s legacy. Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S1 E13 · Thu, February 21, 2019
MJ & Matt invite fellow Mass Effect fan and podcaster, Nelson Lugo, to discuss his history with the game. He also brings to Fandom Corner a proposed rewrite of the first game’s introduction. Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S1 E12 · Thu, February 07, 2019
MJ & Matt have made it to the end. In this episode, they ask each other some questions about their experiences and discuss what’s in store for Reignite season 2. This episode’s Fandom Corner features an ideal Valentine’s Day gift for the Shakarian shipper in your life, found on SmashPansy.com. Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S1 E11 · Thu, January 24, 2019
In this episode, MJ & Matt compare notes on side quests and DLC—a difficult task since Matt has no notes. Fandom Corner features the podcast Lore Party and their episode about everyone’s favorite Turian. Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S1 E10 · Thu, January 10, 2019
This is it. MJ & Matt finally face off with Saren for the fate of the Citadel. Sacrifices must be made. Who will come out through the other side? MJ & Matt also share some Kaidan love in Fandom Corner with this post from OCTerminal on tumblr. Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S1 E9 · Thu, December 27, 2018
MJ and Matt race to Ilos where they learn a lot more about the Protheans and the ending of the last Reaper cycle. This week’s Fandom Corner features quietgold’s fic, the effect of you --a perfect fic for those Shakarian shippers. Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S1 E8 · Thu, December 13, 2018
MJ and Matt Shepard return to the Citadel where they are effectively grounded. Fortunately, they are not without allies. CONTENT WARNING: Discussion of physical and sexual assault, trauma, and PTSD. MJ gives a shout out to The Alliance on Facebook for all of your Mass Effect Meme needs! Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S1 E7 · Thu, November 29, 2018
MJ and Matt Shepard must face their most difficult decisions yet. One of their team won’t make it out of Virmire alive and it’s unavoidable. Who did they choose? MJ also has a new artist to feature, VG’s Customs & Pop Vinyls as well as Cat Valente’s latest book in the Mass Effect Universe. Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S1 E6 · Thu, November 15, 2018
MJ and Matt Shepard head over to Feros where something hinky is going on with Zhu’s Hope colonists. This episode has it all! Geth, Geth, and more Geth, as well as a mind controlling plant with cloning abilities! Also MJ shares the work of HandmadePrincessShop and CristinaMakesStuff on Etsy. Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT EPIC RAP, which we use as our theme.
Bonus · Wed, November 07, 2018
Happy N7 Day! In this special bonus episode, MJ sits down with academic and historian Professor John Lestrange to discuss Mass Effect in a broader scope. With special messages from friends of the pod Colin Parker ( The Scavengers Network ), Jeff Richardson ( Everything is Awesome with Jeff & KC ), and Ismay Hutton ( Crit Chat ), we reflect on what Mass Effect means to us.
S1 E5 · Thu, November 01, 2018
In this episode MJ and Matt Shepard are confronted with some difficult moral quandaries. They also find out that if this Spectre thing goes south, they could make a decent living as space exterminators. Fandom Corner this month was dedicated to Variations on a Theme, with Tank and Gunfire by servantofclio ; a gorgeous Shakarian fic. Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our theme.
S1 E4 · Thu, October 18, 2018
In this episode MJ and Matt Shepard are each treated to a lesson in being a good ally from an unlikely teacher. MJ makes an apology to some beloved characters and Matt realizes his feelings about his usual romance may have changed. Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT RAP, which we use as our intro.
S1 E3 · Thu, October 04, 2018
In this episode MJ and Matt compare notes about their experiences exploring the Citadel and meeting some new aliens. MJ has a lot to say about how women are treated and Matt tried to complete a side quest a little differently with surprising consequences. Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT EPIC RAP, which we use as our intro.
S1 E2 · Thu, September 20, 2018
This is the second episode of Reignite where Matt and MJ take a 10-year old video game way too seriously. In this episode, Matt and MJ go through the prologue and compare their experiences and start to figure out where this project is going. Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT EPIC RAP, which we use as our intro.
S1 E1 · Thu, September 06, 2018
This is the first episode of Reignite, a podcast by two friends who love storytelling, video games, and romancing aliens! In this episode, Matt and MJ recount their experiences with Mass Effect and lay everything out on the table while setting up the future of the podcast as a whole. Special thanks to David Boyle for our amazing logo and to Dan Bull for the song MASS EFFECT EPIC RAP, which we use as our intro.
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