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    A Novel Console

    A husband and wife sit down every week to talk about books, video games, and food they experienced recently. Join Chris and Karradyne as they make fun of everything they love and themselves. You can contact us at:anovelconsole@gmail.com
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    Episodes (180)

    Loading Memories with Thrak

    Loading Memories with Thrak

    This week on A Novel Console, Chris is joined by Thrak to talk about the games he grew up playing. Thrak brings a box full of his childhood Genesis games and him and Chris go through the entire treasure trove of games in the box. Later on they talk about collecting video games and being dumb little kids with games.

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    Loading Memories with Josh Covel from Still Loading Podcast

    Loading Memories with Josh Covel from Still Loading Podcast

    This week on A Novel Console, Chris is joined by Josh Covel from the Still Loading Podcast to attempt to talk about the games they grew up playing. They talk about how Naughty Dog and their likes and dislikes in their series, the community they are in and how important it is to see each others point of view on video games.

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    Loading Memories with Bill Barber from The G&C Podcast Network

    Loading Memories with Bill Barber from The G&C Podcast Network

    This week on A Novel Console, Chris is joined by Bill Barber from the G&C Podcast Network to talk about the games they grew up playing. They talk about how odd Final Fantasy 8 is, podcasting, the Sonic series and how expensive collecting games is.

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    Episode 163: Flipwitch: Forbidden Throne of Shadows

    Episode 163: Flipwitch: Forbidden Throne of Shadows

    This week on A Novel Console, Karradyne brings back the Sex Toy of the Week and Chris brings orange chicken Totino's rolls! Afterwards, Karradyne falls in love with a horned man when she reads The Throne of Shadows by Evangeline Anderson, and Chris has lots of strange sex when he plays Flipwitch: Forbidden Sex Hex.

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    Games and Stuff: Halo 1& 2 with Thrak

    Games and Stuff: Halo 1& 2 with Thrak

    This week on A Novel Console, Chris and Thrak tackle the classic First Person Shooters, Halo: Combat Evolved and Halo 2. They talk about the games being influential, but terrible at the same time. How some elements are interesting, but the main character being a wet fart. They praise and complain about the games in this very funny episode.

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    Episode 162:A Prayer for Pokemon Scarlet

    Episode 162:A Prayer for Pokemon Scarlet

    This week on A Novel Console, Chris and Karradyne try out a new recording style. Karradyne brags about going on a cruise for free and Chris talks about how he requested recs for must-play indie and regular games from his mutuals on Twitter. Afterwards, Karradyne is slightly disapointed in her tea monk and robot friends when she reads A Prayer for the Crown-Shy, and Chris gets bored and doesn't catch them all when he plays Pokemon Scarlet. They end the show with the best food in all of Dawson, GA.

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    Episode 161: Books and Games of 2023

    Episode 161: Books and Games of 2023

    This week on A Novel Console, Chris and Karradyne talk about a new recording process they're going to implement. Afterwards, they go into all the books and games they read and played in 2024. 

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    More Christmas Memories

    More Christmas Memories

    On this episode of A Novel Console, Chris and Karradyne sit down and read their Discord members’ favorite Christmas memories! Afterwards, they discuss their own Christmas memories, like being sick during the holidays, bodily harm, and new obsessions.

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    Games and Stuff: Spider-Man 2 with Friday Night Gamecast

    Games and Stuff: Spider-Man 2 with Friday Night Gamecast

    This week on A Novel Console, Chris is joined by Nick and Will from the Friday Night Gamecast to talk Spider-Man 2! But before that, Chris and Nick try to get Will into the Yakuza series and they all share their love for Remedy Games. Follow the link below to enjoy the Friday Night Gamecast.

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    Episode 160: RNP: The Dragon’s Bride & Everything or Nothing

    Episode 160: RNP: The Dragon’s Bride & Everything or Nothing

    This week on A Novel Console, Chris and Karradyne announce the Backlog of Doom part 10 winners, gush over Godzilla, and taste-test some snacks from the Asian market. Afterwards, they talk about their recent books and games which include former Yakuza members, learning while you sleep, and ninjas. They end the episode with an amazing dinner show from Hoop Dee Doo Revue!

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    Episode 159: The Backlog of Doom Pt.10

    Episode 159: The Backlog of Doom Pt.10

    This week on A Novel Console, Chris and Karradyne bring back the popular Sex Toy of the Week series with a horrific visit to realdoll.com! Afterwards, five new books and games get brought out of the Backlog to be sacrificed to the gods in the Backlog of Doom! Karradyne nominates fantasy Christmas, and a murder mystery, while Chris only nominates RPGs he's been dying to play!

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    Episode 158: Astrid Parker and The Pirate’s Curse

    Episode 158: Astrid Parker and The Pirate’s Curse

    This week on A Novel Console, Chris and Karradyne fantasize about their upcoming few days off for Thanksgiving break! Afterwards, Karradyne enjoys the journey, more so than the story, of Astrid Parker Doesn't Fail. Then, Chris whips his hair back and forth all over again when he finishes Shantae and the Pirate's Curse. They end the show with a delicious anniversary dinner from Haru Sushi.

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    Games and Stuff: The Nintendo 3DS with Aaron from Superpod Saga

    Games and Stuff: The Nintendo 3DS with Aaron from Superpod Saga

    This week on A Novel Console, Chris is joined by Aaron from Superpod Saga to talk as much as possible about the Nintendo 3DS as an hour would let them. They get into the intricacies of Pokemon, Dragon Quest being hard to get into and much more!

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    Games and Stuff: Resident Evil 5 with Thrak

    Games and Stuff: Resident Evil 5 with Thrak

    This week on A Novel Console, Chris is joined by Thrak to talk about Remedy's amazing games and future releases. They then dive into Resident Evil 5 and don't have much to say about its short comings or good times. Afterwards, they talk about hopes for the series and possible Capcom releases coming in the future.

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    Episode 157: Itovania Month: Burgerchamp’s Tombs in Dead Space

    Episode 157: Itovania Month: Burgerchamp’s Tombs in Dead Space

    This week on A Horror Console, Karradyne and Chris are joined by Honorary ANC Member, Burgerchamp! They talk about the anniversary of the Nintendo Switch being announced, Ghostbusters, and The Faculty. The trio is spooked by spontaneous sepulchers when they read Junji Ito's Tombs, and they surgically remove limbs, much to Karradyne's horror, when Chris and Burgerchamp discuss Dead Space Remake. Stay tuned for one more Itovania episode!

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    Episode 156: Itovania Month: Soichi’s Portrait of Ruin

    Episode 156: Itovania Month: Soichi’s Portrait of Ruin

    This week on A Novel Console, Chris and Karradyne discover an amazing talent in one of their Discord members, and Karradyne starts learning Spanish. Karradyne starts to think Junji Ito might not be for her when she struggles to make her way through Soichi, and Chris jumps into portraits and de-thrones fake a fake castle lord when he plays Castlevania: Portrait of Ruin. They end the episode with a rather surprising, and somewhat upsetting, meal from Zaxby's.

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    Episode 155: Itovania Month: A Smashed Harmony of Dissonance

    Episode 155: Itovania Month: A Smashed Harmony of Dissonance

    This week on A Horror Console, Chris and Karradyne give updates on Lore Olympus and Assassin's Creed Mirage. Karradyne feels a little unsure of herself when she reads Junji Ito's Smashed, and Chris whips vampire bosses in the face when he plays Castlevania: Harmony of Dissonance. The duo begin Gimme the Gorbage with a taste test and partake in a meal from Jack's.

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    Episode 154: Shantae’s Sisters of Sword and Song

    Episode 154: Shantae’s Sisters of Sword and Song

    This week on A Novel Console, Chris and Karradyne finally announce their Discord anniversary giveaway! Karradyne covers her Backlog of Doom, pt. 9 - Patron-chosen Sisters of Sword and Song, about which she feels rather uncertain. Chris then whips his hair back and forth with his Backlog of Doom, pt. 9 winner - Shantae: Risky's Revenge. At the end of the episode, Karradyne gushes about Lore Olympus and Chris rants about his hopes for Assassin's Creed Mirage.

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    Episode 153: Itovania Month: Fragments of Infernax

    Episode 153: Itovania Month: Fragments of Infernax

    This week on A Horror Console, Chris and Karradyne welcome Itovania Month into the world! They talk Junji Ito's work and playing horror-themed Metroidvanias. Karradyne goes through a spiral of horror when she reads Ito’s Fragments of Horror, and Chris saves countless innocents from demons after his time spent in the Crusades with the Templar Knights. They end the episode with “build your own pizza” done right from My Pie.

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    Episode 152: A Novel Console Enjoys Boston

    Episode 152: A Novel Console Enjoys Boston

    This week on A Novel Console, Karradyne is back after a self imposed hiatus from the show. They talk about Dragoncon 2023 and A Novel Console's 3rd year anniversary! Afterwards, they talk all about their Boston trip and how amazing it was to explore a city with friends who knew where to take them. They talk amazing foods, amazing scenery and history, and amazing friends! 

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