The Kongversation: Donkey Kong Universe Discussion

Apr 21 2024 1.1k

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Are you on the hunt for the priceless artifact of Donkey Kong Universe chat? The resident archaeologists of DK Vine, the world's longest-running news and entertainment source for all things DKU, embark on a weekly podcast adventure! The Kongversation digs up yesterday's nostalgia while riding the rails of current events, discussing pulse-pounding topics pertaining to all things Donkey Kong Country and related properties: Banjo-Kazooie, Conker, Dinosaur Planet, Yooka-Laylee, Sea of Thieves, and much more. If it belongs in a Monkey Museum, then the Kongversation is already clutching it while evading the boulder. Fortune and glory? Not for this podcast! And you don't need to worry about not looking. It's audio only! © 2024 File Two Productions

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1211 - Gibb Cribs: Banjo's House

Apr 21 2024 179 mins

One of the most iconic and enduring locations in the Donkey Kong Universe, Banjo's comfy country cottage tucked away in Spiral Mountain has been the starting point of nearly every adventure he and Kazooie have embarked on since 1998. Hyle and Dustin break down the history, and the hidden secrets, of this charming bear den! Producer: Hyle Russell Host: Hyle Russell Special Guest: Du

1210 - New Animated Film Based on the World of Super Mario Bros. Speculation Center

Apr 14 2024 116 mins

Nintendo and Illumination have announced they're releasing "a new animated film based on the world of Super Mario Bros." in 2026. The question that naturally arises with such odd phrasing is, will this be a direct sequel to the previous film or the purported Donkey Kong spinoff? The Kongversation champs some popcorn and slanders some Hollywood stars in our debate over the nature of

1209 - Attack of the Call Sack!

Apr 07 2024 190 mins

The Kongversation once again opens up the Call Sack! Our listeners called the DK Vine Hotline at 1-202-630-VINE to prompt us on what to discuss across the wide Donkey Kong Universe! Producer: Hyle Russell Host: Hyle Russell Special Guest: Cameron Reigle Music: Matt Cornah ©2024 File Two Productions

1208 - DKU Architects: Gregg Mayles

Mar 31 2024 192 mins

In DKU Architects, the Kongversation examines the creative philosophies behind the minds that helped shape the Donkey Kong Universe. Up first is the design brilliance of Gregg Mayles, the creative juggernaut at Rare who lent his talents to Donkey Kong Country, Banjo-Kazooie, Viva Piñata, Sea of Thieves, and more! Producer: Hyle Russell Host: Hyle Russell Special Guest: Mitchell Wo

1207 - Character Witness: Tiptup

Mar 28 2024 178 mins

Hey, it's Tiptup! Believe it or not, Diddy Kong Racing's speedy turtle, who would go on to become a minor character in the Banjo-Kazooie series, was once one of Rare's most popular characters. Learn about the fervent late 1990s devotion to the maestro as we explore his life history on the Kongversation! Producer: Hyle Russell Host: Hyle Russell Special Guest: Dustin Jackson Music:

1206 - Stop 'N' Swop: A Magnification

Mar 26 2024 130 mins

Why do a fourth episode on Stop 'N' Swop? What more could possibly be said for the fabled scrapped feature that would have connected Banjo-Kazooie, Donkey Kong 64, Banjo-Tooie, and at least three more of Rare's N64 titles? Steve from off of Rare Gamer is back to take it to the fridge, freezer, or shower! Producer: Hyle Russell Host: Hyle Russell Special Guest: Steve McCorkell Music

1205 - Super Mario Bros. 2 and the Donkey Kong Country Fan

Mar 21 2024 265 mins

The Kongversation discussing a Super Mario Bros. game? What? Why? Because it takes one of the world's biggest Donkey Kong Country fans, as well as one of the world's biggest Sonic the Hedgehog fans, to talk about the virtues of the most maligned and misunderstood entry in the Super Mario series. Hyle and Josh Wallen chat about Super Mario Bros. 2! Producer: Hyle Russell Host: Hyle

1204 - Sea of Thieves: Season Ten

Mar 17 2024 137 mins

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1203 - 10 Years of Donkey Kong Country Tropical Freeze

Mar 14 2024 206 mins

The most recent new, standalone Donkey Kong game is now one decade old. It's a dubious, depressing milestone for any DK fan, but Hyle's joined by The Cartoon Gamer, Malik, to help look on the bright side of things and warm the cold sensation of 10 years wandering the frozen tundra! Producer: Hyle Russell Host: Hyle Russell Special Guest: Malik McLeod Music: Matt Cornah ©2024 File

1202 - Surprises under Every Tree

Mar 10 2024 120 mins

Hyle and Cameron discuss Rare's sudden, surprising multiplatform spread across Xbox, Nintendo, and PlayStation consoles! Between five more titles arriving on Nintendo Switch Online and Sea of Thieves coming to PlayStation 5, what does the future hold for the rest of Rare's past and present? Producer: Hyle Russell Host: Hyle Russell Special Guest: Cameron Reigle Music: Matt Cornah �