Tam
@Tamazoid
🇦🇺 living in 🇬🇧. Co-Host and editor of @blowcartpod. Gaming enthusiast/collector with a keen interest in gaming history
One of my favourite episodes of Blowing Cartridges yet! I highly recommend giving it a listen (in my obviously unbiased opinion) to hear us discuss the nuances of video game/console pricing in the current climate of 2025
We were delighted to be joined by @gibbogame of MST Financial for our latest episode to talk through the current gaming discourse over the price of games and consoles. It was a fascinating hearing Gibbo share his insights from an investment perspective open.spotify.com/episode/2ZhsoY…
Joined by (former) Australian competitive Mario Kart player and vtuber @NinStarRose we discussed the topic of changes and transitions in competitive multiplayer games. podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/blo…
These three Nintendo Switch 2 titles have two things in common. 1. They are code in box releases 2. They will never be sold at VGP We are already expanding our limits with Game Key Cards; however, the code in box NSW2 releases is where we draw the line.
WIN: Nintendo Switch 2 Console + SEGA Switch 2 Game Packs press-start.com.au/win/2025/06/03…
20 years ago the Nintendo DS launched in Australia, revolutionising video games. On this episode, joined by Oliver Brandt from the Vookscast, Brendan, Zach & Ollie talk about their memories of the console, their favourite games and its legacy #NintendoDS open.spotify.com/episode/5UK1QP…
I think this is the first episode inspired by my mum sending a message to the family group chat - in this instance it was “did you know The Sims is 25 years old”. I assume I have Australian morning TV to thank.
On our latest episode we celebrate 25 years of the Sims with special guest @jeyjeybink EA Partner and well known Sims 4 content creator. Tune in as we take a quick journey through our memories of the Sims, its community and future #TheSims25 #Jeyjeybink open.spotify.com/show/4wTuv1JNV…
One worth listening - simply to witness me astound Zach by quoting from the Oxford English Dictionary
With much speculation about the Switch 2 and its mouse capabilities, @Eggerino and @Tamazoid with special guest Dave, reflect back on the history of ‘gimmicks’ in gaming. When does a gimmick become not a gimmick? What is a gimmick? Tune in to find out! open.spotify.com/episode/5jBHjI…
Once again @Eggerino and I demonstrating the sheer variety of topics we find rabbit holes to wander down. Never thought we’d be touching upon gambling regulatory frameworks on @Blowcartpod!
Heard about the latest discussions over gambling/loot boxes in video games? Playing Pokémon TCG? Listen in for a discussion about the latest regulatory moves on gambling in video games in Australia and our thoughts on what the ramifications will be. open.spotify.com/episode/0EQPrO…
Better late than never!
We’re only about a month late, but here is our discussion of 2024 in video games. With special guest @HopkGaming we discuss the major headlines and industry trends of 2024 as well as our favourite 2024 games #2024Gaming open.spotify.com/episode/0Kel00…
I don’t think anyone who knows my tastes will be surprised about the tracks that I chose this year!
We’re back with @AuraPaladin for our annual #VGM episode! This year’s topic is end credit themes - so sit back to hear some great uplifting and reflective tunes! #videogamemusic open.spotify.com/episode/4Efsey…
We’re giving away another signed Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes on Switch! Want to own this exclusive collector’s item? Here’s how to enter: ✅ Follow us ✅ Like this post ✅ Retweet Winner announced January 24! #EiyudenChronicle #百英雄伝
For our first episode of 2025 @Mario__Bones joined our hosts to discuss the #ToysToLife genre. From Skylanders, Disney Infinity, Lego Dimensions, Amiibo and Starlink, we reflect on the genre’s success and failures and what the future may hold. #amibo open.spotify.com/episode/5Kg3IQ…
Been a while since I saw something break street date (completely forgot this was coming out)

For various technical issues, this was quite the nightmare to record. However it’s good to be back to releasing episodes of the podcast after another unplanned hiatus!
We are once again back in the saddle, with an episode we recorded in September reminiscing about the history of Nintendo Connection Tours in Australia alongside Nintendo Live 2024, held in Aug/Sep 2024 in Sydney. #nintendoAustralia open.spotify.com/episode/6jb58H…
Proving that you too can be a host of a video game podcast without actually playing games 😬

Are these the Satellaview tracks!? Very cool update here
Additional content for F-ZERO 99 is now available for #NintendoSwitchOnline members! ➡ New league: Grand Prix Ace League ➡ 5 new tracks ➡ New machine decals ➡ Expanded Practice Mode ninten.do/6012mmbPs
We continue our trend of new guests of the podcast! (All credit goes to @Eggerino) Talking to James about the writing process of his book, not to mentioned Untitled Goose Game itself, was a real pleasure!
We had the pleasure to interview James O’Connor @Jickle about the book he has penned on Untitled Goose Game, published by @BossFightBook. Tune in to hear James discuss the origins of the book, the writing process and the game itself. open.spotify.com/episode/5Qnksu…