
Shattered Soulstone
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Play With Your Demons – Episode 414
In this episode, I talked about Microsoft might withdraw Activision merger from the UK. Overwatch celebrates Pride Month, and Running of theRead More
Hella Spicy – Episode 413
Things I talked about in this episode include: SecretLabs, an out-of-touch interview with Bobby, KFC, and a whole lot of Diablo news!Read More
Give ‘Em The Chair(s) – Episode 412
In this episode, I talk about accessibility awareness. Microsoft posted a Transparency Report. Boosteroid customers will access more games soon. Activision BlizzardRead More
BlizzCon Is Back! – Episode 411
In this episode, I point you toward Blizzard Pride Merchandise (from the Blizzard LGBTQ+ Employee Network). The European Commission approved the MicrosoftRead More
Grand Slam! – Episode 410
This episode is a bit late because I spent a whole lot of hours on the Diablo IV Server Slam. Some ofRead More
Artificial Inelegance – Episode 409
In this episode, I point you toward a World of Warcraft story written by Christie Golden. Xbox Chief Phil Spencer laments losingRead More
Royally Screwed – Episode 408
In this episode, I read to you the CMA’s decision regarding the Microsoft / Activision King acquisition, along with various other articlesRead More
Server Slam! – Episode 407
In this episode, I read to you an article about Blizzard putting together a “Crisis Map”. I also included several articles fromRead More
This Pet is the GOAT – Episode 406
In this episode, I mention Microsoft launching its PC Game Pass in 40 countries. Microsoft also may be getting ready to addRead More
Sony Coming In Hot – Episode 405
In this episode, I read to you articles about Activision Blizzard surveilling workers doing a walkout. Activision Blizzard is also in troubleRead More
Missing Beta – Episode 404
In this episode, I read to you a thread by ABK Workers Alliance, and another thread from CODE-CWA. Also read some ofRead More
Lilith Is Here – Episode 403
In this episode, I read to you part of an article about accessibility. I also caught you up on Microsoft who appearsRead More
D IV Early Access Beta – Episode 402
In this one, I bring you up to date on the Microsoft – Sony battle for favor from various regulators. Microsoft signedRead More
Sony So Silly – Episode 401
In this episode, I talked about CODE_CWA upset about Activision firing workers who did not want to return to office. Xbox BossRead More
Neinball – Episode 400
In this episode, I brought in a special guest who many of you will recognize: Neinball. We talked about a variety ofRead More
Deals – Episode 399
In this episode, I read to you several news articles regarding Microsoft, the Activision-Blizzard acquisition, and Microsoft’s deals with gaming companies (ifRead More
Return To Office – Episode 398
In this episode, I read you articles about Activision Blizzard forcing workers back to the office. I also pointed out what someRead More
32 Years And Still Grinding -Episode 397
In this episode, I talked about the UK’s CMA regarding the Microsoft-Activision acquisition. Bobby Kotick and Lulu Cheng Meservey had… things toRead More
Settlement – Episode 396
In this episode, I started off with Activision Blizzard paying a fine to the SEC. I read you part of a lengthyRead More
Ups and Downs – Episode 395
In this episode, I talked about Proletariat withdrawing their union petition, and a New York Times article about unions and video games.Read More
Everything’s Great! – Episode 394
In this episode, I talked about Proletariat’s upcoming NLRB vote. I read to you a bunch of articles regarding a “breakup” betweenRead More
Paid Holiday – Episode 393
In this episode, I talked about a “paid holiday” (in Hell). I provided information on a California law that requires tech companiesRead More
New Year, New Unions – Episode 392
In this episode, I talked about newly formed unions. Reviewed the wage range at Bungie, Riot Games, and Activision-Blizzard. Sony has reportedlyRead More
Hell Freezes Over – Episode 391
In this episode, I pointed you to where you can find some of my most recent Diablo III and Diablo Immortal YouTubeRead More
Diablo Christmas – Episode 390
In this episode, I talked about some questionable charities that Twitch selected. Microsoft is targeting Sony regarding the Activision Blizzard acquisition. ARead More
Lilith Is Coming – Episode 389
In this episode, I talked about Microsoft allowing Nintendo access to Call of Duty. The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) doesn’t wantRead More
Albany – Episode 388
In this episode, I talked about Blizzard Albany officially forming their union! I also talked about Microsoft’s Activision Blizzard acquisition, news aboutRead More
DiaBlackFriday – Episode 387
In this episode, I point you towards some of the GoFundMe fundraisers that are accepting money to support those affected by theRead More
Hell Is Where You Make It – Episode 386
In this episode, I point you towards a fundraiser for Lanntonio (former host of Shattered Soulstone). Pax East will happen in MarchRead More
Diablo IV Soon? – Episode 385
In this episode, I mentioned that the EU launched an in-depth probe over the Microsoft acquisition of Activision Blizzard, Bobby Kotick spentRead More
Even More Union Busting – Episode 384
In this episode, I focused on the union busting tactics that Activision Blizzard engaged in against the Game Workers Alliance and RavenRead More
Free The Fire – Episode 383
In this episode, I read you a thread from the ABK Workers Alliance regarding the Daily Mail article. There is an opinionRead More
Problem Solving – Episode 382
In this episode, I talk about Microsoft building its own Xbox mobile gaming store, and read you a small piece of Microsoft’sRead More
Work In Hell – Episode 381
In this episode, I mentioned National Coming Out Day, and highlighted one (of potentially many) streamers who will be raising money forRead More
Regulators – Episode 380
In this episode, I started off by talking about what happened to my Dark Clan in Diablo Immortal. I highlighted ABK WorkersRead More
Mystery Solved? – Episode 379
In this episode, I mentioned International Podcast Day. I also brought you up to date on Microsoft’s acquisition of Activision Blizzard andRead More
Mystery Manual – Episode 378
In this episode, I mentioned Microsoft and the Activision Blizzard King acquisition, David Brevik, a blog about color coded loot, and Twitch’sRead More
Making Choices – Episode 377
In this episode, I mentioned Hispanic and Latine Heritage Month, pointed out regulators who aren’t thrilled with Microsoft’s acquisition of Activision BlizzardRead More
Short Show – Episode 376
Slightly shorter show this week, for reasons that will be explained right at the beginning of this episode. In this one, IRead More
Microsoft – Episode 375
In this episode, I talked about Microsoft and its intended acquisition of Activision Blizzard King. One country is cool with it, whileRead More
Season 27 – Episode 374
In this episode, I talked about Activision Blizzard engaging in union-busting, excited news from CEO of Xbox, accessibility, Season 27 of DiabloRead More
2, 3, 4 – Update! – Episode 373
In this episode I start with Activision Blizzard still attempting to union-bust, a problem at Nintendo, the re-release of a Diablo book,Read More
Potpourri – Episode 372
In this episode, I have a mix of things mostly from Activision Blizzard. Also talked about Conferences and COVID-19, Microsoft exclusivity rumors,Read More
Regulations – Episode 371
In this episode, I talked about a variety of regulations that are either being appropriately used, or are being ignored by theRead More
Hellguard: Curse of Caina – Episode 370
In this episode, I had two special guests join me: Max Carr and Mikael D. Sebag. Each of them is a leadRead More
Much Blizzard – Episode 369
In this episode, I talked about unionization efforts at Activision Blizzard King and at Blizzard Albany. Blizzard is at San Diego Comic-ConRead More
Diversity – Episode 368
In this episode, I talk about some diversity efforts – both inside, and outside, of gaming. Warcraft Radio has rebranded. Blizzard isRead More
Loot Boxes – Episode 367
In this episode, I talked about Overwatch supporting the Trevor Project, an interview with Mike Ybarra, and ABetterABK having another walkout. IRead More
Whales – Episode 366
In this episode, I pointed out Blizzard workers at Pride. I mentioned some game companies who want to protect their worker’s accessRead More
Delayed – Episode 365
In this episode, I pointed out Wowhead’s Pride Fundraiser – supporting The Trevor Project. I talked about shenanigans at Activision Blizzard (regardingRead More