CGC Direct 2025- Wrap Up, Real Stories and "Coming Soon" Visions

18 + Guys, Games, Beers and Batallions

Crack a cold one, because it is time for another 18+ episode. Probably more like 21+ to be honest, in truth, for we welcome to the show and to the Cleveland Gaming Classic the team from Guys, Games and Beer! This eclectic group of classic gamers and beer drinkers come on the the show to not just share a drink with Tom and Cory, but also to flex their retro game knowledge of iconic games like Hug Arena and the legend that is Steel Battalion. Strum up the polka tunes on this once, cause dis one is getting real Wisconsin up in here, dontyaknow? Check out these guys and their podcast/ schedule: https://www.guysgamesandbeer.net/ __________________________________________________ ___________________ Come be a nerd with us at the Cleveland Gaming Classic 2026, September 11th - 13th at the Huntington Convention Center in Cleveland, OH.  _____________________ Learn more about the show and check out all our socials at https://linktr.ee/gamecleveland [https://linktr.ee/gamecleveland] __________________ #videogames #videogamesretro #cleveland #nintendo #sega #playstation #xbox #halo #nbajam #nflblitz #cgc26 #finalfantasy #avatarthelastairbender #pico8 ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Warping to MintendoLand

Grab a slice of cake and line up those tetrominos because it is SHOWTIME! CGP welcomes one of our year's special guests Minz of Mintendoland to the podcast for a tour through her gaming world and amazing brand of fun and joy. From sharing some of her responsible gaming programming to her A+ taste in retro games, Minz brings a flare that truly keeps Tom and Cory in check. Ending with a matriarchal blind ranking game, this episode is a must listen to any CGC fan! Check out Minz's content here: https://linktr.ee/mintendoland?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=ddbeb49a-dd4e-4f28-b6c5-4cb17423523f ___________________ Come be a nerd with us at the Cleveland Gaming Classic 2026, September 11th - 13th at the Huntington Convention Center in Cleveland, OH.  _____________________ Learn more about the show and check out all our socials at https://linktr.ee/gamecleveland [https://linktr.ee/gamecleveland] __________________ #videogames #videogamesretro #cleveland #nintendo #sega #playstation #xbox #halo #nbajam #nflblitz #cgc26 #finalfantasy #avatarthelastairbender #pokemon ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Planeswalking and Pillowforting

We've talked about it a lot and finally we are doing a whole episode...with our first Magic: the Gathering special guest! That's right, CGP dives into a whole episode around MtG featuring content creator and EDHrec writer Tyler "Savesya" Bucks. The crew talks about the iconic card game, discusses some of the MtG programming we have on the books for CGC and dive into a fantasy draft that is 'out of this world'. Grab your decks and shuffle up for an episode deep dives, drafting and so much more! __________________________________ Check out Tyler's content: linktr.ee/pillowfortmtg [https://l.instagram.com/?u=https%3A%2F%2Flinktr.ee%2Fpillowfortmtg%3Futm_source%3Dig%26utm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_content%3Dlink_in_bio%26fbclid%3DPAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQPOTM2NjE5NzQzMzkyNDU5AAGnSmqOi6K30VpbR0bJj-_5rAhfu0wzp5XYfwCteBu328mcIhWUMmn6OkBIgpw_aem_zSdBX_FWy5bxpoQCJpz1zQ&e=AUD6j-P_JlMWCS0DnDdrxH3Q15QJb_NTE7QSwn-oZ03Gp-DiV0V1dbfkKzRy42NvW7MqX7P9XdES3nzVkpNvrkzR162ru35A7THQq1dyiHVr9i_cT7geiyppHlFceRGYGEMgK1D7x3sMXKtz0G4KWUVhGwjN] _________________________________ Come be a nerd with us at the Cleveland Gaming Classic 2026, September 11th - 13th at the Huntington Convention Center in Cleveland, OH.  _____________________ Learn more about the show and check out all our socials at https://linktr.ee/gamecleveland [https://linktr.ee/gamecleveland] __________________ #videogames #videogamesretro #cleveland #nintendo #sega #playstation #xbox #halo #nbajam #nflblitz #cgc26 #finalfantasy #avatarthelastairbender #itsalwayssunny  ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Tales from the Road

It's been over a month since our last episode and it is because we been keeping busy. For example, setting up our booth at Colossalcon! But don't worry fellow nerds cause we are going to make it up to you all in this episode of CGP, where we go live from Colossalcon 2026 and take a second to recognize, celebrate and hear the voices behind our show. From new team members to those whom work with our volunteers to our CRT warriors, the podcast peels back the curtain and gets to introduce the most important members of the Cleveland Gaming Classic team. ___________________ Come be a nerd with us at the Cleveland Gaming Classic 2026, September 11th - 13th at the Huntington Convention Center in Cleveland, OH.  _____________________ Learn more about the show and check out all our socials at https://linktr.ee/gamecleveland [https://linktr.ee/gamecleveland] __________________ #videogames #videogamesretro #cleveland #nintendo #sega #playstation #xbox #halo #nbajam #nflblitz #cgc26 #finalfantasy #avatarthelastairbender #colossalcon ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Super Smash GPT! CGC x Infiniteque 2026

An epic rematch, show announcements and collaborations galore in this episode of the Cleveland Gaming Podcast. We dive deep into some of the awesome community collaborations going on with Tristan and his amazing organization Infiniteque. Plus, the year long rematch of wits between Tom and Tristan plays out as they 'choose their characters' and face off in an end of episode engagement that will certainly have you shouting 'OH YEAH!' Check out Infiniteque's website for more community events and other great info: https://www.infiniteque.com/ __________________________________ Come be a nerd with us at the Cleveland Gaming Classic 2026, September 11th - 13th at the Huntington Convention Center in Cleveland, OH.  _____________________ Learn more about the show and check out all our socials at https://linktr.ee/gamecleveland [https://linktr.ee/gamecleveland] __________________ #videogames #videogamesretro #cleveland #nintendo #sega #playstation #xbox #halo #nbajam #nflblitz #cgc26 #finalfantasy #avatarthelastairbender #koolaidman ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.