THEE upNup Podcast

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This week, Gorky plays Skim's new game, Plug N Plan, before they get into what games they're currently playing and their BIG plans for upNup 2.0


“THEE #1 UP AND COMING VIDEO GAME PODCAST”

~Your Mom

THEE upNup podcast is a bi-weekly(ish) video games podcast hosted by standup comedian Chris William (GorkyRomano) and artist Ty Derk (SkimmilK). Each episode we talk about what we are playing, announcements, news, the industry, and throw in one of our famous Ice Breaker games.

Listen to us anywhere podcasts can be listened to, check us out on BuzzSprout or watch us live on our Twitch! Join our Discord to get in on the conversation or post something you want the boys to discuss.

Remember: if you heard it here, it’s on THEE upNup!

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Previous Episodes

  • Episode 64: Super upNup 64

    In this installment, the boys talk what they're playing lately, and then pretty quickly get into some big gaming news, like the end of E3, Playstation Plus's new tiers, and the developments in the horrible situation at Blizzard.

  • Kare about Karrah V2

    It's our annual "Kare About Karrah" episode, and we get into Chris's Aphantasia, Ty's Hyperphantasia, what we are playing and all sorts of gaming news!

  • Remember or Remaster

    In this episode, Ty gets Chris's best pitches for whether games should just be remembered or if they could get a remaster that could end up being bad, but the fates decide! They then discuss what they've been playing and just generally have a nice little vibe check.

  • Summer Lovin'

    In this installment of THEE upNup podcast, we start out with a new game called The Game Dating Game. We also discuss some life changes, what we've been playing, and a heck of a lot of news; some of it good, some of it bad!

  • Sexism is a BAD

    In this installment of upnup, Chris and Ty welcome Danibananni and Rzashi onto the show to play a game about whether or not cicadas know certain characters and have a very long discussion about sexism and sexuality in gaming.

  • upNup SOOOOO Late!

    Hey everyone! This episode is from like a month ago. It's actually been edited since April 5th. Frankly, I haven't been very motivated, but that's on me. I am just glad I could finally get this to you. I have NO idea what we covered, but knowing us (and seeing the title), it's probably a horny one.

  • Non-Fungible BAFTAs

    Again, finished editing on April 8th, and just never got around posting it due to general lack of drive. But I will be better. Anywho, we talk about the BAFTAs and NFTs. Enjoy this content dump, and I am sorry.

  • Straight to Platinum

    This week, Ty makes another edition of "I Choose...You?!?" and then they discuss all of the Nintendo, Pokemon, and Playstation news!

  • Return of the Cast

    After a brief hiatus, we are back, possibly also briefly. But we're back and that's all that matters! We play a special Valentines edition of Download/Delete/Discuss and then get into some of the big news stories before we get interrupted by players 3 and 4.

  • Kare about Karrah

    The intern brought us a very special game this week for her birthday! After that, we have our very first community day episode! Tune in to see what our listeners wanted to talk about!

  • Thee Great British Bomb Review Defuser

    A slow news cycle means a much longer game from Ty and Chris. They also discuss their Cyberpunk 2077 updates, and reveal THEE upNup Discord Server!

  • THEE upNup Awards

    Ty and Chris discuss what they're playing and then very quickly dive into THEE most prestigious gaming award show on this podcast: THEE upNup Awards! Categories include: "Best Cheerleader", "Thirst Trap", "Best Protagonist", "Game of the Year", and SO MUCH MORE!

  • upNup The Chimney We Go

    Ty and Chris play a game made by Chris called "Ho Ho Ho or No No No", what they've been playing, and then have an extensive conversation about Cyberpunk2077 and CD Projekt Red.

  • Review Bomb Defuser

    This week our intern-created game "Review Bomb Defuser" is a real hit for Ty. They briefly discuss what games they're playing and then dive into The Game Award recap.

  • The Lonely Feud

    Ty and Chris talk about what games they've been playing, fight a little bit, cover some news, and then dive into The Game Awards categories to see what they think is going to win.

  • Catch Deeze Consoles

    This week, Ty and Chris try their hands at their very first Live Stream of the podcast to Twitch, so beware of some growing pains and call drops. Ty and Chris play "Catch Deeze Consoles", discuss their current plays, and bid farewell to the last console generation.

  • Digital Dogs and Pixelated Pussies

    This week, Ty and Chris play a new game where we pair video game villains with the best kind of pets for them, before getting into current plays and some news.

  • Peak Pitt

    This week, Ty and Chris play another game of Trick or Treat or Smell My Feet or Give Me Something Good to Eat before talking about Hades a whole bunch and some gaming news.

  • Tricks and Treats and Smelly Feets

    This week, Ty brings a new Trick or Treat themed game to show before getting into current plays and the little bit of gaming news there is.

  • Lennon Free and DROC are Among Us

    This week, Ty and Chris are joined by Lennon Free and DROC as our first guests! We talk about the Rooster Teeth drama, what they've been playing, and Chris comes up with an impromptu game based around PS5 accessories.

  • Dismantle the Bourgeoisie

    This week, Chris talks about SOOOOOO many new games he's been playing and then starts the video game edition of Name That Tune where Ty identifies the metal renditions of video game music and then they get into their news!

  • Infection Connection

    This week, Ty and Chris bring you an episode while they're waiting for their COVID test results. Happy to report, they're both COVID free, but Chris does have the Flu. Regardless, we still had to bring you fine Uppers your weekly dose of us!

  • Simple, Smooth-Brained, Man

    This week, Ty brings Chris a new game called "WhoWhat Price Was It Anyway?!?", they talk about the return of the NFL and a fair amount of news, including some stuff that is in store for the Next Gen consoles.

  • A Grain of Salt and an Ounce of Racism

    This week, Ty and Chris discuss they usual and then get real heavy into the Mario 35th Anniversary Direct that Nintendo did.

    Black. Lives. Matter. Just in case you forgot.

  • Be Grateful You Have Any News!

    This week, Ty and Chris talk about some more news regarding Call of Duty, Fortnite, and Fall Guys before getting into GamesCom and all of the wonderful releases!

    Be sure to Rate, Review, and Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts and, don't forget: Black Lives Matter.

  • Pregnant Women are Revolting

    This week, Ty and Chris discuss some recent life events, play a new game, and then get into some news!

    Be sure to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts. Hopefully, there will come a day that this doesn't need to be said but Black Lives Matter; today and everyday.

  • The upNup Goddamn Podcast

    This week, Ty and Chris discuss a Fall Guys call to action in their new "It's Been" segment, and then discuss news and what they've been playing.

    Please Rate, Review, and Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts. And don't forget how much Black Lives Matter.

  • Flip the Trope

    We've got a brand new game this week called Remake/Remaster/Reimagine, and then get into what they're playing and an itty bitty bit.

  • Don't Touch the Wood

    Ty and Chris start out with the second, and FINAL (For now) Summer Spin Off. Now with two months of E3 being over, the news is a little lighter, but we still have plenty of it!

    Black Lives Matter. Today and Everyday. Demand justice and equality.

  • Justified Double-Jump

    This week, Ty and Chris play a new game called "Summer Spin Off", and then get into gaming news, XBox's announcements and what they've been playing.

    Also, most importantly, justice has yet to be served for Breonna Taylor and Elijah McClain. And the feds are carrying out fascism across the U.S.

  • Just a bunch of Trumpets and Oboes

    This week, Ty and Chris bring you almost exclusively news as ENDLESS E3 continues!

    Black Lives Matter and the police who murdered Breonna Taylor and Elijah McClain should be in prison.

  • Pegged by God

    Hey, Uppers! This episode came out on a little late because Ty and Chris needed a mental health week. In this episode, Chris takes the lead, so there's no game, just what they're playing and news coverage.

    Be sure to Rate, Review, and Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts and don't forget the cops who killed Breonna Taylor still haven't been arrested.

  • Zeitgeist of the Ethos

    Hey there, Uppers! This week, we do another game of "I Choose...You?!?", then we get into more gaming news, like Trump being banned from Twitch and Phil Spencer's reaction to the Playstation event. They then discuss a few more games that were announced and discuss the future of long games.

    The cops who killed Breonna Taylor still have not been arrested.

  • Wastebasket of the Sea

    Following another incredible installment of "I Choose,,,You?!?", Ty and Chris discuss EA's show for upcoming releases as well as The Day of the Devs!

  • Out of the Gates

    This week, Ty hits Chris with some more "I Choose ... You?" and it's a difficult one. After that, the remainder of the show is discussing all of the news that released with the Playstation event and some of the Indie news as well.

    Don't forget! Black Lives Matter

  • Abolish your Boss

    This week, Ty brings a new game called "I Chose...you?!?" to the table, then they discuss games they're currently playing and they try to talk about games that remind them of summer break, but instead they vent about the broken and exploitative nature of employment.

  • Press Square to Thrust

    This week, Ty and Chris start by addressing the Black Lives Matter Movement across the world. upNup supports Black Lives Matter, which is literally the absolute minimum we can do. With that being said, we do return to your regularly scheduled program of Download/Delete/Discuss, and then we discuss sex in gaming and why is it so buck wild and bad.

  • Grave Robbing Pooter Punchers

    This week, Chris gives Ty some Download/Delete/Discuss prompts, they discuss what they're playing and a decent amount of gaming news! And be sure to check out our Thumbs upNup suggestions for the week!

  • Poppin Bottles

    This week, Ty and Chris do another segment of Download/Delete/Discuss before diving into what they're currently playing,and a significant amount of gaming news before Chris discusses some of his Stand Up Stories.

  • Unapologetic Leftist Game

    This week, Ty and Chris discuss some gaming news, what they've been playing, and what future generations of consoles look like. Chris was super depressed this one,but still gave em the ole razzle dazzle.

  • Choose Your Puker

    This week, we discuss FFVII hard mode, beating The Messenger, and draft the worst things about video games. Tell us what you think the worst things in gaming are. Did we get some wrong? Let us know! And if you think of any games or things for us to discuss in the future, let us know!

  • Topi-Cool

    Ty and Chris come to you this week with discussion of Animal Crossing progress, Final Fantasy VII, and then they play the first iteration of "Flush your babies", where they figure out the game of the decade!

  • Trolls World Snore

    Boy oh boy is Ty excited! FFVII remake released and Ty CAN NOT stop talking about it! Seriously. That's most of the episode.They also discuss what they're currently playing a bit, Resident Evil, and Trolls: World Tour

  • Similar to the Same

    Ty and Chris start out talking about their current state in the Coronatine. They talk about what they're playing, how long this quarantine has been happening, and what we would suggest to retired gamers to get them back in the mix during this time at home.

  • Cream of the Top

    Coronatine continues with Ty and Chris discuss Animal Crossing, me things they’ve welcomed into their lives, and video games that give you a sense of accomplishment or productivity! Let us know what games YOU play that make you feel productive or accomplished!

  • The Search for Sponsorship!

    This week, Ty and Chris discuss post-apocalypse and resource management games!

    Chris then convinces Ty to buy animal crossing. Another late-night episode!

  • upNup After Dark

    This weeks upNup is brought to you by cabin fever, booze, and late nights. Quarantine has kicked in and that means the guys have some extra game time! We discuss current plays, upcoming releases, and comedy in Video Games!

  • Are you there, Uppers? It's us: Ty and Chris

    Hey Uppers! With an incredible amount of craziness over the last week, this episode got a little bit delayed. This was recorded Monday, March 9th: Pre-Quarantine. Ty and Chris discuss the impending quarantine, games they're playing,and we assign video game IPs to the companies we'd love to see make them!

  • Toilet Burp

    Adventures in PETA games, Dreams, and getting a puppy! Ty and Chris also talk about sim games and pitch what they'd love to do vicariously through a video game. Slight disclaimer: There is an occasional echo. It was minimized as much as it could be, and it's not there consistently, so we are utterly puzzled!

  • Cryptids for Crypt Kids

    This SPECIAL EPISODE comes to you in the middle of the week for a very fun give away! Ty and Chris talk about cryptids in video games, and some of their favorite cryptids in general, to celebrate 1 year since Ty's illustrations were published in "Chasing American Monsters" about the 50 states and a cryptid from each one! We are giving away TWO signed copies! We will be giving selecting the winner on March 9th. Enter to win by going over to any of our social media pages and sharing YOUR favorite cryptids and tagging us in the post! Can't wait to see your favorites, Uppers!

  • Upperdural

    Ty is SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO close to beating Disco Elysium, but took a break in order to bring this episode to you Uppers. Ty brings us up to date on his game play and then they discuss the best way to tackle a Mario movie.

  • The Match Game

    Chris starts out discussing his latest venture: Ring Fit Adventure! Ty discusses the news from the D.I.C.E. Summit that Disney is opening up their IPs to game developers to expand their control of the media market, which leads to a fun game where the guys pair IPs with various studios and pitch their games to each other.

  • Mind's Eye/Mind's Nigh

    Ty and Chris they decided they were tired of being 2 weeks behind all the gaming news, so here it is: Chris's Birthday present to all of you beautiful Uppers! An extra episode this week, where they continue talking about games being delayed, Warcraft III Reforged, and Chris's broken brain!

  • THEEE Up N Up

    Check out this week’s episode for some Big Game talk, what we’re playing, and how heartbreaking Warcraft 3: Reforged is!

  • No Bend Zone

    Hey Uppers! Ty and Chris update you on what they've been playing, Ty's health, and upcoming January releases. Spoiler Alert: January is ROUGH.

  • Get to know us (And the GOTY!)

    What better way to begin the episode of a video game podcast than to talk about the best releases of the past year?!? Join Ty and Chris as they discuss their favorite games, some letdowns, and honorable mentions. They also answer some questions from listeners to help you get to know them better.