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RevCast #17: Not Too Early, Not Too Late Updated: 2010-02-01 03:26:27 Description: The first topic (01m52s) serves as an overview of playing as the English nation in Civilization: Revolution. The second topic (03m44s) goes into Ancient Era play for this civ in detail including its bonuses, online prevelance and what its circumstanc...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD ModCast #39: Not a Saint Updated: 2010-01-28 01:30:50 Description: In the 'News' (05m48s), we announce the new fourth regular co-host, modding support being added at Soren Johnson's Strategy Station, and the restarting of Second Revolution Mod. Next in the 'Artist Sketchpad' (18m00s), profiling Heavy Flamethrower by...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD PolyCast #85: That's What He Said Updated: 2010-01-25 02:23:02 Description: In 'News' (02m10s), goodbye to Imran 'Imran Siddiqui' Siddiqui as a regular co-host on the show, and hello to Lisa 'qnl' Bang. In 'Forum Talk' (14m50s) does the Civilization IV Artificial Intelligence (AI) care if it wins, on trade routes and its inc...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD PolyCast Promo 12 Updated: 2010-01-16 02:09:05 Description: This second sampler from the third season gives would-be and current listeners a sense of the content and atmosphere of the show. Select moments are excerpted from the seventy-second through eighty-fourth episodes and mixed together....more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD PolyCast #84: Not Just a Lame Clip Show II Updated: 2010-01-01 00:31:12 Description: A composite collection of archived segments. First (01m01s), a silly challenge: build only one type of Civilization IV improvement only. Second (04m28s), using workboats to create bridges in-game. Third (11m49s), reasons why CivIV is better than tele...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD PolyCast Christmas Special 2009: `Tis The Time for Civving Updated: 2009-12-24 20:53:05 Description: Leading off under 'Decade' (01m58s), Civilization III is a top game of the decade according to Destructoid, and Civilization IV looses out early on in Crispy Gamer's comparable feature. In follow-up under 'Giving' (10m22s), the new Christmas PBEM Gam...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD RevCast #16: Touche (Part 2) Updated: 2009-12-20 15:38:12 Description: The first topic (00m47s) explores technologies with French post-Code of Laws, Wonders post-Colossus, and making the best of the civilization's Industrial and Modern era bonuses in Civilization: Revolution. The second topic (04m48s) is on the post-Anc...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD ModCast #38: Soren Johnson Exclusive Updated: 2009-12-14 01:06:48 Description: An exclusive chat with Soren Johnson! Starting off (02m55s), his gaming career to date: what led him into the industry, the Civilization III catalyst and the evolution of modding in the series. Then (18m43s), what does it take to be a driving force i...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD PolyCast #83: Too Tempting Updated: 2009-12-10 02:12:24 Description: In 'Forum Talk' (01m27s), on observations and reflections of the Religion system in Civilization IV, and what about a least favourite Civic per civilization leader. Then in the 'Research Lab' (28m28s), having siege capabilities attached to units as o...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Promo: `For Completeness Sake` Updated: 2009-12-02 00:58:12 Description: Win one of 5 signed copies of `Civilization IV: Complete` by Sid Meier in these festive contest! Runs from December 1st-25th, 2009....more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD RevCast #15: Leverage Your Luck (Part 1) Updated: 2009-12-01 00:56:25 Description: The first topic (01m11s) responds to an email from listener Jesus Gonzalez on the role, and impact, of luck in Civilization: Revolution. The second topic (07m45s) examines starting out as leader of the French: civ-specific bonuses, a lead in influenc...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD PolyCast #82: The Addiction Level is Similar Updated: 2009-11-27 04:35:23 Description: In 'Forum Talk' (01m51s), the concept of 'Zone of Control': should it be back in the Civilization series? In the 'Research Lab' (16m27s), a call for different types of Satellites in Civ, and promotions or equivalent for those 'other' units from CivIV...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD ModCast #37: The Cake is a Lie Updated: 2009-11-19 03:41:50 Description: In the 'News' (03m58s), how to be a video game artist and the BUFFY Mod is released. Next in the 'Artist Sketchpad (20m06s), Sand worm from Dune mod. Finally in the 'Code Corner' (24m30s), Era Styles by tholish and Multiple Production by Devon....more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD ModCast #37: The Cake is a Lie Updated: 2009-11-19 03:41:50 Description: In the 'News' (03m58s), how to be a video game artist and the BUFFY Mod is released. Next in the 'Artist Sketchpad (20m06s), Sand worm from Dune mod. Finally in the 'Code Corner' (24m30s), Era Styles by tholish and Multiple Production by Devon....more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD RevCast #14: Going About Your Business (Part 2) Updated: 2009-11-16 01:44:29 Description: The first topic (02m48s) is on controlling the Aztecs in the Medieval Era, with a drive to continue on towards a Domination Victory. The second topic (04m27s) turns to the failing of the Aztec bonus at the onset of the Industrial Era. In the third to...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Vote for PolyCast Daily (Nov 13-30) in 2009 Podcast Awards Updated: 2009-11-13 01:50:16 Description: Vote once a day from November 13th-30th for PolyCast in the 'Gaming' category of the 2009 Podcast Awards at podcastawards dot com!...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD PolyCast #81: Going Out on a Limb Updated: 2009-11-11 00:56:13 Description: In the 'Research Lab' (01m32s), means for communicating with barbarians, and going for dominant leader traits. Then in the 'News' (18m07s), on the announcement of the social networking-based Civilization: Network title. Then in 'Forum Talk' (30m03s),...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD RevCast #13: Do You Hear That? (Part 1) Updated: 2009-10-31 22:20:56 Description: The first topic (02m48s) begins the first 'Better Know a Civ' feature, focusing on the Aztecs: starting out. In the second topic (06m23s), differences between playing Civilization: Revolution's Artificial Intelligence and human players in the game, c...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD PolyCast #80: The Letters W, T and F Updated: 2009-10-29 03:07:38 Description: In the 'Research Lab' (02m12s), a real try at some new leader traits in Civilization IV. Next, in 'Forum Talk' (17m12s) the best combination under the Unrestricted Leaders option courtesy the Beyond the Sword expansion, two contrasting opinions on th...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD RevCast #12: Geekiness in the Way of Nerdiness (Part 2) Updated: 2009-10-15 02:24:31 Description: The first topic (01m41s) explores using iPhone's gesture support in-game, and comparing the iPhone and iPod touch versions of this mobile iteration of Civilization: Revolution. The second topic (03m54s) isolates and addresses the varied experience of...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD PolyCast #79: One of the Crazy Ones Updated: 2009-10-13 02:25:05 Description: In the 'News' (01m39s), Civilization IV: Beyond the Sword port for the Macintosh is here, and CivIV: Colonization is coming. Next in 'Forum Talk' (06m02s), unique Buildings remaining upon capture in CivIV, redux: culture flipping last discussed durin...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Nominate PolyCast in 2009 Podcast Awards Updated: 2009-10-07 02:07:40 Description: Nominate PolyCast in the 'Best Produced' and 'Gaming' categories for the 2009 Podcast Awards by October 19th at PodcastAwards.com!...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD PolyCast #78: Usually Better Than This Updated: 2009-10-05 00:14:31 Description: In the 'Research Lab' (02m07s), considering a means for better military movement and unit strategy, and guest co-hosts' suggestions for a Civilization V (RRRaskolnikov (05m08s), emeseles (08m47s/17m07s) and dacole (10m57s)). Next in 'Forum Talk' (23m...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD RevCast #11: Geekiness in the Way of Nerdiness (Part 1) Updated: 2009-10-01 02:37:14 Description: Leading off in the first topic (02m19s), why an iPhone/iPod Touch port of Civilization: Revolution, and why now. In the second topic (04m15s), on the lack of public lead-up to the release of this iteration of the game. Next in the third topic (06m32s...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD ModCast #36: His Name Could Be Bob Updated: 2009-09-22 23:41:15 Description: In the 'News' (03m44s), the v3.19 patch for Civilization IV: Beyond the Sword released and what this means for modders. Next in the 'Artist Sketchpad (09m14s), the American Confederate and Union Great Generals by bernie14. Then in the 'Code Corner' (...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD PolyCast #77: Had to Refrain Updated: 2009-09-19 03:55:12 Description: Under the 'Miscellaneous' (02m16s) heading, the intent and execution of the 'Game Studies: Personality and Gaming Preferences Questionnaire' for a university graduate program. Then in the 'Senate' (12m18s), when do you build a Granary in your capitol...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD RevCast #10: Rules of Thumb (Part 2) Updated: 2009-09-10 00:25:03 Description: The first topic (01m45s) considers multiplayer style and the same civilization more than once in a given game. The second topic (03m42s) goes over general strategies for your first 10 turns: the 'functional' and 'foundational' 5; not founding on the ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD PolyCast Episode #76: Just Had to Get Mentioned Updated: 2009-09-01 03:57:40 Description: In 'Forum Talk' (02m02s), a new, and even more staggering, infinite technology tree bug through the Oracle Wonder and Liberalism first discovery in Civilization IV: Beyond the Sword v3.19; is the Civ series 'violent' (07m53s); providing support for a...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD RevCast #09: For the Accolades (Part 1) Updated: 2009-08-28 00:31:17 Description: The first topic (01m04s) provides baseline differences between the singleplayer and multiplayer Civilization: Revolution experience. The second topic (07m43s) goes over a technical misbehaviour and how the game's Artificial Intelligence fares in onli...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD RevCast #08: Branching Out (Part 2) Updated: 2009-08-12 23:25:51 Description: The first topic (01m04s) is in response to another part of one listener's suggestions for show topics, technology tree paths: foundations, goals and the ancillaries that follow. Following from that, the second topic (12m02s) is on timing Relic discov...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD PolyCast Episode #75: That's a Technical Term Updated: 2009-08-18 03:43:51 Description: In 'Forum Talk' (01m48s), what of the recommendations to never build barracks or walls in Civilization IV, chances for lost infrastructure when capturing a city, and do friendly spies counter espionage missions in the Beyond the Sword expansion. Then...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD PolyCast #74: The Power of Fact Period Updated: 2009-08-04 03:19:31 Description: In 'Forum Talk' (02m05s), Civilization helping your career, is the Universal Suffrage civic in CivIV overpowered, the argument for the most important technology being flight, should nuclear weapons be more expensive, and all about in-game logs: Chat,...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD RevCast #07: Making Mincemeat (Part 1) Updated: 2009-08-01 02:38:40 Description: The first topic (01m20s) is in response to part of one listener's suggestions for show topics, horserushing: defending against the popular strategy. On the flip side, the second topic (08m52s) considers what civilizations are the most desirable to ca...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD ModCast #35: Self-Promotion Updated: 2009-07-31 00:21:26 Description: In the 'Code Corner' (03m01s), New Sentry Actions by Pep, using the latest Civilization IV: Beyond the Sword patch (3.19). On the 'Artist Sketchpad' (10m46s), for the Planetfall MOD, Mobile Infantry by GarretSidzaka; then, in recognition of some cent...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD PolyCast Promo 11 Updated: 2009-07-30 03:24:21 Description: This first sampler from the third season gives would-be and current listeners a sense of the content and atmosphere of the show. Select moments are excerpted from the sixtieth through seventy-first episodes and mixed together....more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD PolyCast #73: More Tangenty Than Usual Updated: 2009-07-21 00:27:21 Description: In 'Forum Talk' (02m27s), the three missing leader trait combos, with last related discussion from Episode 10 in March 2007, and top not-quite-as-many-as-ten tips to getting started in Civilization IV last discussed during Episode 15 in May 2007. Fro...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD PolyCast #72: The Other End of the Stick Updated: 2009-07-10 02:57:57 Description: In 'Forum Talk' (01m55s), do you roleplay in your Civilization IV games, thoughts on the Janissary Unique Unit, what of Quechuas, and is there a way to exclude particular Civ leaders. Next in the 'Senate' (17m26s), having too much money in the bank, ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD RevCast #06: Your Light Snack Updated: 2009-06-27 02:24:17 Description: The first topic (01m14s) compares Civilization: Revolution with Civilization IV, bringing the former onto another console and possible historical connections. The second topic (09m16s) goes up and down CivRev's difficulty levels in both practice and ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD ModCast #34: Enjoy our Advertising Updated: 2009-06-23 22:41:57 Description: In the Code Corner (5m39s), we look at the Advanced Combat Odds mod by PieceOfMind. In the Cartography Room (12m52s), we discuss Morholt's Across the Atlantic 1526 scenario. In the Spotlight (22m30s), we talk about both the BLU mod for Colonization b...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD PolyCast #71: Make Some Noise Updated: 2009-06-24 02:31:22 Description: In the News (04m47s), the 3.19 patch for Civilization IV: Beyond the Sword has been released, and two editions of the 'Ask Sid' feature in as many months. Then in the Interview (30m50s), on an ongoing series of videos showing CivIV: BtS games being p...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD ModCast #07: The Zoo Updated: 2008-04-13 15:58:52 Description: In the Artist Sketchpad (03m53s), we discuss NikNak93`s Explorers, Francis I by Ekmek, snafusmith`s Modern Vehicles Pack, asioasioasio`s Industry Factory, an American Civ by Strategyonly and Tony`s own Barack Obama leaderhead. In the Code Corner (23m...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD PolyCast #42: Mix It Up Updated: 2008-04-19 04:58:38 Description: In 'Forum Talk' (03m07s), why build farms at all and why no 'building' Espionage in Civilization IV. Featured in the 'Interview' (10m13s) is Bruce 'Beta' Hynes speaking about the Civ IV Beyond the Sword Democracy Game (BtSDG) about to get underway on...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD ModCast #08: Nice Nipples Updated: 2008-04-28 01:07:33 Description: In the News (02m28s), we talk about Brad Wardell, of Stardock and Galactic Civilizations II fame, being interviewed on GFW Radio (show of 04/02/2008). In the Artist Sketchpad (12m31s), we discuss NikNaks93's Meso-American and Native American Explorer...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD PolyCast #43: Mouth to Mouth Updated: 2008-05-04 01:04:42 Description: In the 'News' (01m49s), there's not just one or even two new previews of Civilization Revolution but three. Then there are the release date changes. In 'Forum Talk' (06m15s), exploring after initial expansion and enabling wineries in Civilization IV....more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD ModCast #09: FfH The Movie Updated: 2008-05-15 00:46:21 Description: In the 'Artist's Sketchpad' (02m29s), two units from seZereth are profiled, the WWI Infantry and Elven Female, and lastly Idi Amin by Ekmek. Next in the 'Cartography Room' (20m58s), detailing the Full of Resources Map Script by Sto with discussion le...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD PolyCast #44: Holy Mackerel Updated: 2008-05-17 04:56:45 Description: In the 'News' (03m41s) Infogrames is set to buy the outstanding shares of Atari, and the prospects of online validation for games every 10 days. In the 'Research Lab' (13m19s), considering scrapping the Fat-X city radius in the Civilization series an...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD PolyCast 'Focus: Alpha Centauri' Updated: 2008-05-21 00:59:20 Description: A feature discussion with four representatives from the fiction and modding sectors of the 'Alpha Centauri' community on this turn-based, space-set strategy game released more than nine years ago. Topic headings are 'Introductions' (01m41s), 'Style' ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD ModCast #10: Code-tards Updated: 2008-05-27 22:35:07 Description: In the Code Corner (02m30s), we talked about AIAutoplay by jdog5000, Enhanced City Size by Mylon, and Holy Wars by Kailric. In the Artists Sketchpad (19m20s), we looked at the International Space Station by The_Coyote. In the Spotlight (25m45s), we f...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD PolyCast #45: Answer to Everything Updated: 2008-05-31 01:22:38 Description: In the 'News' (03m26s) Apple is now profiling Sid Meier. The 'Research Lab' (05m17s) investigates an argument for random religion by event, responds to a Corporate victory condition by listener request and reviews some player wishlists for a Civiliza...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD ModCast #11: Kael Spectacular Updated: 2008-06-10 22:23:19 Description: In the Code Corner (02:40), we talked about Kael's Speed Mod. In the Artists Sketchpad (05:42), we looked at the Darkelf Black Guard by Ploeperpengel and the Shinto Mod by Dual. In the Cartography Room (14:02), we looked at Fractal Arboria and BtS Cr...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD PolyCast #46: Sound Effects Updated: 2008-06-14 23:46:07 Description: In the 'News' (03m26s) GameSpot releases the demo for Civilization: Revolution, Electronic Arts extends their deadline on their offer for Take-Two Interactive and no Civilization IV: Beyond the Sword expansion expected for the Mac. On the 'Theatre' (...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD ModCast #12: Crikey Updated: 2008-06-24 02:13:47 Description: In the Code Corner (02m05s), looking at the the Combat Engineers Mod by Kailric. In the Artist Sketchpad (08m27a), going over the BtS Great Person Mod Artpack by Amra and then Final Fantasy 6 Flying Armor by Dual. In the Cartography Room (14m00s), th...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD PolyCast Promo 8 Updated: 2008-06-26 02:22:08 Description: This first sampler from the second season gives would-be and current listeners a sense of the content and atmosphere of the show. Select moments are excerpted from the thirty-fifth through forty-fifth episodes and mixed together....more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD PolyCast #47: Stranger Than Others Updated: 2008-06-28 20:01:55 Description: In the 'News' (04m06s), the long awaited and anticipated Civilization IV: Beyond the Sword 3.17 patch has arrived and a Colonization sequel set in the Civ IV universe is announced. Over in the 'Senate' (18m39s), how to use the National Park National ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD ModCast #13: Civs Getting Brutalized Updated: 2008-07-10 00:29:03 Description: In the News (02m22s), we talk about Soren Johnson discussing ModCast and mod mods in his blog, which quickly evolves into a discussion about Spore and its recently-released Creature Creator. In the Vault (08m16s), we have a segment with Dale that wa...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD PolyCast #48: Orange Jello's Just Too Powerful Updated: 2008-07-13 01:53:02 Description: In the 'Interview' (03m24s), we speak with recent Novice play champion Ken 'Carch' Baudicher about the Civilization IV: Beyond the Sword Tri-League Tournament in the first of a two-part interview. Over in the 'News' (13m21s) Six is the number of firs...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD PolyCast 'Extra: Focus AC' Updated: 2008-07-17 01:00:09 Description: A supplementary to the discussion with four representatives from the fiction and modding sectors of the 'Alpha Centauri' community. Topics are an examination of a couple of pieces of game fiction and some specification gameplay modifications....more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD ModCast #14: Kung-fu Zombies Updated: 2008-07-21 02:41:23 Description: In the Code Corner (03m12s), we looked at Conquerer's Delight by Dom Pedro II. In the Artist Sketchpad (12m36s), we looked at Survivor Crossbows by Refar, Pegasus by The_Coyote, Zombies by seZereth and WW2 AT Infantry by bernie14. In the Spotlight (2...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD PolyCast 'Yak' Civilization: Revolution Updated: 2008-07-24 02:15:53 Description: Some winners in a 'Civilization: Revolution' contest agree to be contacted by telephone for winning and on the understanding that the resulting conversation could be used in an upcoming podcast production -- this is the end result. The in-turn interv...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD PolyCast #49: Jump Right Into This Updated: 2008-07-27 04:48:01 Description: In the 'News' (06m26s), information and screenshots on Civilization IV: Colonization from this year's E3 gathering, and is the game morally 'offensive'. Next in the 'Research Lab' (31m32s), a listener suggested topic: playing Civilization on a hex i...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD PolyCast 'Focus: Civilization Revolution' #2 Updated: 2008-07-30 23:29:00 Description: A feature interview with 2K Producer Jason 'Jason2K' Bergman on 'Civilization: Revolution' which is now available worldwide. Topic headings are 'General' (01m32s), 'Platforms' (07m30s), 'Gameplay' (15m18s), 'Content' (21m13s), 'Reflection' (27m11s), ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD ModCast #15: Farewell Oscar Updated: 2008-08-06 09:04:20 Description: In the News (02m01s), we have sad news: Oscar has to leave ModCast :( The good news: that means we're looking for a new co-host -- sign up, today! :) In the Artist Sketchpad (08m32s), we look at seZereth's Ars Morendi, Mattastic's City Interface and ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD PolyCast #50: That's What The Tank Said to the Spearman Updated: 2008-08-09 18:14:56 Description: The Wonder, the Grandeur, the One. Sid Meier is interviewed by the show's regular panel in this landmark installment. The ''Civilization Series' discussion is broken up into two parts (03m06s; 11m03s) followed by 'Sid's Games' (19m21s), the 'Strategy...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD PolyCast 'Focus: Civilization IV: Colonization' Updated: 2008-08-15 23:10:49 Description: A feature interview with Firaxis Games on 'Civilization IV: Colonization' which the company is developing for release in September 2008. Topic headings are 'People' (02m33s), 'Design' (11m10s), 'Gameplay (1 of 3)' (18m49s), 'Gameplay (2 of 3)' (26m56...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD ModCast #16: Netherland Dreams Updated: 2008-08-19 04:00:06 Description: In the 'Artist Sketchpad' (03m20s), looking at Zenobia and Ronald Regan leaders, both by ekmek. In the 'Code Corner' (09m05s), looking at the Jungle Mod by kuneru and Dale's Combat Mod by Dale. In the 'Modding Spotlight' (19m58s), we talk with Maniac...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD PolyCast #51: Regular Defined Loosely Updated: 2008-08-24 03:02:24 Description: In the 'News' (04m43s), three 'Civilization IV: Colonization' items from a preview to one set of screenshots, a second and then a supplement marking its predecessor. Opening the 'Mailbag' (10m42s) to examine feedback on Episode 50 with Sid Meier then...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD ModCast #17: All-American Updated: 2008-09-01 23:56:06 Description: In the 'Artist Sketchpad' (02m37s), looking at B-47 by asioasioasio, Mongolian and other units by Bakuel, and Polikarpov I-15 by Dutchking. In the 'Code Corner' (10m50s), looking at the Super Spies Mod by Trojan Sheep. In the 'Modding Spotlight' (15m...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD PolyCast #52: Condensed Insanity Updated: 2008-09-09 04:45:23 Description: In the 'News' (05m33s), new information on 'Civilization IV: Colonization', Electronic Arts drops takeover bid for Take-Two Interactive but looking at a new approach, and the reincarnation of MicroProse. The agenda for the 'Senate' (19m54s) consists ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD ModCast #18: Mesoamerican Galleons Updated: 2008-09-17 23:56:53 Description: In the 'Artist Sketchpad' (02m40s) the Mesoamerican Naval Units by Chuggy, Devourer by C.Rolan and 19th Century Leaderheads by Ekmek are reviewed. In the 'Code Corner' (15m45s) it's time to talk about the WOC Core by the WOC Team. In the 'Spotlight' ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD PolyCast The First 50: Moments Never Heard Before Updated: 2008-09-18 02:35:05 Description: Join the show's regular co-hosts as they reflect on the show`s first 50 episodes recorded, produced and released over nearly two years running including moments never before publicly released. Topic headings are 'The List' (02m20s; 12m29s; 22m40s; 28...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD PolyCast #53: How Do Hotcakes Sell? Updated: 2008-09-21 03:36:20 Description: Making the 'News' (05m39s), profiles on both the French and Spanish nations in Civilization IV: Colonization, the Civ4Col official website launched and system specifications disclosed and Take-Two Interactive experiences some financial success in the...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD ModCast #19: Smell-o-Vision Updated: 2008-09-28 21:53:48 Description: In the 'Artists Sketchpad' (03m10s), looking at Hugo Chavez by NikNaks, buildings by Refar, sci-fi buildings by Dual, and Supply Caravans by Refar. In the 'Code Courner' (18m36s), looked at the Better Bts AI by jdog5000, Yakk, glider1, Solver, Dresde...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD PolyCast #54: Say It With An Affectation Updated: 2008-10-05 02:27:54 Description: At the 'News' (04m53s) desk, Civilization IV: Colonization has been released and an ongoing series of gamer diaries for this stand-alone Civ IV expansion. The 'Research Lab' (12m35s) considers a proposed new Civilization IV Wonder of the World: the L...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD ModCast #20: Mushroom Updated: 2008-10-12 20:42:09 Description: In the 'News' (04m35s), looking at Spore Mods by Rick. In the 'Artist Sketchpad' (14m05s), time for The_Coyote and Imperial Japanese troops by Chuggi. In the 'Code Corner' (22m20s), regarding the Idle Cities Mod by OnmyojiOmn. With the author himself...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD PolyCast #55: It's Expulent Updated: 2008-10-19 23:02:36 Description: Leading off is the 'Mailbag' (03m54s) where the team responds to a detailed email from Sal 'Thorburne' Serio who takes some exception to the anti-'realism' position in the Civilization series. Then it's time for 'News' (28m59s) where Civilization IV:...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD ModCast #21: Take Two Updated: 2008-10-28 01:09:56 Description: In the Modder's Spotlight (04m47s), we talk to Ludwig `JEELEN` Nijholt about his MOO2Civ mod. In the Artist's Sketchpad (21m08s), we're looking at Chuggi's Improved Graphics mod, Ekmek's Revised Simon Bolivar leaderhead, koma13's new Europe screen fo...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD PolyCast #56: Recording for Posterity Updated: 2008-11-01 23:36:23 Description: The 'Senate' (05m14s) hears which Constitutional freedom is most important to you in Civilization IV: Colonization. 'Forum Talk' (07m16s) is particularly chatty over proposed unique bonuses for Civilization IV religions, do you rework tiles of newly ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD ModCast #22: Adult Diapers Updated: 2008-11-12 04:09:58 Description: In the 'News' (03m30s), announcing our new fourth regular co-host: John 'bt_oz' Archer! Then in the 'Artist Sketchpad' (08m23s), looking at the leaderheads by cfkane, Rosomak by asioasioasio, and the Golden Gate by tsentom1. The 'Code Corner' (16m01s...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD PolyCast #57: Geeking Out Updated: 2008-11-17 03:00:39 Description: Before the 'Senate' (05m45s) is trying one's hand at queue swapping in Civilization IV, helping combat inflation in-game, has a new form of 'Infinite City Sprawl' emerged and how far is far when sending your Great Merchants afar. 'Forum Talk' (07m16s...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD ModCast #23: Angry Australians Updated: 2008-11-24 03:10:29 Description: In the 'Spotlight' (04m09s), looking at the Tu 16 Badger by the_Coyote, the Blue Marble 4.0 by ColdFever, and the Assault Rifles by KrugerPritz. For the 'Code Corner' (20m17s), examining the New Trade Screens by Jeckel, and the Triangle Trade mod by ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD PolyCast Promo 9 Updated: 2008-11-28 00:28:26 Description: This second sampler from the second season gives would-be and current listeners a sense of the content and atmosphere of the show. Select moments are excerpted from the forty-sixth through fifty-sixth episodes and mixed together....more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD PolyCast #58: You Don't Want To Know Updated: 2008-12-01 04:04:24 Description: In the 'News' (03m04s) the what, where, when and why for CivCon '09 has been announced officially. In 'Forum Talk' (08m33s), things that defy logic in Civilization IV: Colonization. Then in the 'Senate' (13m34s) how much of an occupation army is suff...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD PolyCast Promo: 2008 Podcast Awards Updated: 2008-12-13 02:09:43 Description: The PolyCast promotional clip recorded and produced for, and first heard during, the 2008 'Podcast Awards' Ceremony held live on December 6th at PodCastAwards.com. PolyCast (PC) was one of the final nominees in the 'Best Produced' category, and it wa...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD PolyCast #59: Not Just a Lame Clip Show Updated: 2008-12-14 03:10:19 Description: The show's first composite episode of archived segments. Starting off under 'Miscellaneous' (02m41s), on what is generally different in playing Civilization IV against other humans versus the Artificial Intelligence (AI). The 'Research Lab' (04m58s) ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD ModCast #24: Crickey-Off Updated: 2008-12-22 15:50:35 Description: In the 'News' (03m59s), a tutorial on using animation with the Blender program. Next, the 'Artist Sketchpad' (08m39s) overviews a leaderhead for both Oedipus and Jack Ryan, Diplomat by Chuggy, Lince Attach vehicle by KrugerPritz and Warhammer Battlem...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD PolyCast Christmas Special 2008: Have a Merry Little Humbug Updated: 2008-12-24 06:26:41 Description: 'Tis the season for Civving! The show's regular four co-hosts are joined by four co-hosts from its sibling to bid a fond farewell to 2008 in the second annual Christmas Special. First, in the 'Village' (04m41s) a Christmas cityset for Civilization II...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD PolyCast Promo 10 Updated: 2009-01-01 02:30:58 Description: This third sampler from the second season gives would-be and current listeners a sense of the content and atmosphere of the show. Select moments are excerpted from the fifty-seventh through fifty-ninth episodes and mixed together....more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD PolyCast #60: Get Off My Lawn Updated: 2009-01-21 03:47:02 Description: In the 'Senate' (03m10s), redux: favourite Civilization IV Civics combinations, last discussed during Episode 14 in April 2007. Then in 'Forum Talk' (25m10s), on Succession Games (SGs), are War Elephants too powerful which leads into War Elephants vs...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD ModCast #25: Stuffed Stockings Updated: 2009-01-29 02:51:20 Description: In the 'Artist Sketchpad (07m21s), examining the Industrial Mexicans by bernie14, Silvio Berlusconi LH by Krueger_Pritz, various leaderheads by the_Capo, and Jingu by Ekmek. Then in the 'Modder's Spotlight (25m36s), on the conclusion of the 'Fall fro...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD PolyCast #61: Somewhere Along the Line Updated: 2009-02-02 04:53:52 Description: In the 'Research Lab' (02m47s), it's a matter of time: a proposal to radically alter a fundamental basis of Civilization gameplay. Then in the 'Senate' (21m04s), redux: favourite Civilization IV Leader Traits, last discussed during Episode 20 in July...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD ModCast #26: 19 Liters of Beer Updated: 2009-02-08 21:09:11 Description: In the 'Code Corner' (05m44s), going over the AIColosseum by falconne. Then in the 'Artist Sketchpad' (12m00s), all about the B-52 by snafusmith and the Locust Battlemech by the_Coyote. Finally in the 'Modder's Spotlight' (18m43s), chatting about Rhy...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD RevCast #01: Quite Q-Less Updated: 2009-02-11 18:17:52 Description: For the first topic (01m42s), what is RevCast and who are the regular co-hosts (Cartimandua, joebreeves, Alexander I). The second topic (05m31s) looks at a contest to complete all Civilization: Revolution victories... on the same turn. Shifting into ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD PolyCast #62: Resemble That Remark Updated: 2009-02-16 04:44:29 Description: In 'Forum Talk' (03m34s), all about the Lonely Hearts Club, on airlift, and a thought on Unique Units. Then in the 'Senate' (29m10), the best Unique Building in Civilization IV, including Beyond the Sword, and redux: favourite map type last discussed...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD ModCast #27: Too Much Fun Updated: 2009-02-22 20:39:13 Description: In the 'Artist Sketchpad' (03m02s), all about the Various Ancient Medieval Units by Bakuel and WWII US Machine Gunners by dutchking. Then in the 'Modding Spotlight' (14m30s), going over MapView 2.0 with its creator, Gunnar 'Gr3yHound' Bindig. Lastly,...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD RevCast #02: Attacks of the Civs Updated: 2009-02-26 02:53:57 Description: The first topic (01m38s) considers is there a best civilization in Civilization: Revolution? There appears to be a co-host consensus. Then, considering the following civs specifically: the Chinese, Americans, Russian and Egyptians. Afterwards, the se...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD PolyCast #63: That Makes One of Us Updated: 2009-03-02 00:23:51 Description: In the 'Research Lab' (03m07s), on the merits of Wind and the Age of Sail reflected in Civilization, whether a Rifled Cannon would be a good choice to put in the game, and a push for more realistic aerial warfare. 'Forum Talk' (18m07s) delves into wh...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD ModCast #28: Hippo Hair Restoration Updated: 2009-03-12 17:07:13 Description: In the 'Code Corner' (04m26s), reviewing a small utility called Civ4 PBEM Emailer by ruff_hi. Then in the 'Artist Sketchpad' (10m14s), a quadruplet offering: Aussie Cavalry by bernie14, Menes of Egypt by The_Navy_Seal, Stone Age Unit Pack by Bakuel, ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD PolyCast #64: Add Some Levity to It Updated: 2009-03-15 21:34:03 Description: In 'Forum Talk' (04m39s), some forgotten-but-important technologies in Civilization IV, do you think Longbowmen come too early, and should vassal states exist after the Emancipation Civic. Next in the 'Senate' (22m21s), to really gimp the Artificial ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD ModCast #29: Penal Colony Updated: 2009-03-25 18:33:16 Description: In the 'Code Corner' (01m07s), on Orion's Inquisition Mod 2.00E by OrionVeteran with backstory, and Tsentom1 Python Wonders by tsentom1. Then in the 'Modding Spotlight' (25m38s), for the Civilization IV stand-alone expansion pack Colonization, Austra...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD RevCast #03: Where It Goes, It Goes Updated: 2009-03-26 01:36:42 Description: The first topic (01m41s) reveals after much promise, persistence and speculation, a 36-page manual for DS players is now available. Then, the second topic (03m55s) on the four Victory conditions in general: Cultural, Domination, Economic and Technolo...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD PolyCast #65: Slippery Slope Updated: 2009-03-30 01:49:54 Description: In 'News (1 of 3)' (01m10s), extended discussion on immediate and greater implications of designing for free as argued by Civilization IV designer Soren Johnson. Further in 'News (2 of 3)' (23m11s), a 'March Mayhem' for game developers where CivIV's ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD ModCast #30: Bad Elves Updated: 2009-04-09 14:25:11 Description: In 'Upcoming Mods' (03m23s), Mars, Now! from the_J is on the horizon. For the 'Artist Sketchpad' (08m26s), an examination of Modern Armor Pack by KrugerPritz, an improved Putin leaderhead from pencilgod based on work by Ekmek, and Project 71 by the_C...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD PolyCast #66: Gotta Love That Updated: 2009-04-13 03:55:48 Description: In 'News' (04m30), on a place for Dark Ages in the Civilization series. In the 'Senate' (10m54s), why ask CivIV's Artificial Intelligence to change civics, and a focus on capitulation for vassalization. Under 'Miscellaneous' (23m25), using the conten...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD RevCast #04: Bring It (Part 1) Updated: 2009-04-23 02:16:05 Description: The first topic (01m19s) examines general and civ-specific units throughout the game's eras: strengths, weaknesses and strategies. The second topic (10m43s) answers a listener's letter who wrote in response to the second episode....more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD ModCast #31: Wouter's Back Updated: 2009-04-25 14:05:54 Description: In the News (05m21s), art conversion from one game to another -- not done? In the Artist Sketchpad (13m17s), we look at seZereth's Blood Mod. Discussing the new leader traits from the Tsentom1 Python Traits mod by tsentom1. In the Spotlight (28m02s),...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD PolyCast #67: That Goes Without Saying Updated: 2009-04-27 03:34:57 Description: In 'Forum Talk' (01m57), is the Civilization IV Domination Victory broken, dealing with trade ethics and guilt, and if and when to regenerate maps. For an 'Interview' (15m55s) focus, speaking with Neal, the man behind the ongoing 'King of the World' ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD PolyCast #68: Extreme Civ Makeover Updated: 2009-05-13 01:41:47 Description: Headlining the 'News' (02m03s), on Apolyton Transition 2009 and what that means for the show. Chatting it up in 'Forum Talk' (05m43s), what do you think is the weakest part of your Civilization IV game and on revealing classical resources earlier. Fr...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD RevCast #05: Much More of a Warmonger (Part 2) Updated: 2009-05-20 20:35:09 Description: The first topic (01m09s) brings information and reflection on Civilization: Revolution's promotion levels for units. The second topic (04m01s) considers the army forming ability and its advantages over non-army combatants. The third topic (06m39s) co...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD ModCast #32: Code Pimps and Drunk Artists Updated: 2009-05-21 15:18:08 Description: In the News (05m23s), we wonder if there is a future for a Dune mod? In the Code Corner (13m52s), we're looking at Examine City on Conquest by SmeagolHeart. In the Artist Sketchpad (18m16s)we examine the Mobster Car by flinlock and others and mechaer...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD PolyCast #69: Target Practice Updated: 2009-05-27 02:34:03 Description: In the 'Senate' (02m35s), when and when not to attack directly from a transport in Civilization IV, how do you deal with barbarians, and how bad is settling a city one tile from the coast. Next, in the 'Research Lab' (13m34s) a proposal for both a pr...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD ModCast #33: Drink Some Beer Updated: 2009-06-06 00:05:22 Description: In the 'News' (03m45s), on Apolyton Transition 2009 and what it means for the show. In 'Code Corner' (23m23s), made for merging: World of Civilization (WoC) Lite by johnny smith. Next in the 'Artist Sketchpad' (29m33s), all about various buildings by...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD PolyCast #70: Stirred Up a Hornet's Nest Updated: 2009-06-10 02:55:51 Description: In the 'News' (01m45s), the acquisition of Big Huge Games by 38 Studios and second quarter 2009 financial results of Take-Two Interactive including third business highlight Civilization IV: Complete... which is Digital Rights Management (DRM) free. S...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD ModCast #28: Hippo Hair Restoration Updated: 2009-03-12 17:07:13 Description: In the 'Code Corner' (04m26s), reviewing a small utility called Civ4 PBEM Emailer by ruff_hi. Then in the 'Artist Sketchpad' (10m14s), a quadruplet offering: Aussie Cavalry by bernie14, Menes of Egypt by The_Navy_Seal, Stone Age Unit Pack by Bakuel, ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD ModCast #26: 19 Liters of Beer Updated: 2009-02-08 21:09:11 Description: In the 'Code Corner' (05m44s), going over the AIColosseum by falconne. Then in the 'Artist Sketchpad' (12m00s), all about the B-52 by snafusmith and the Locust Battlemech by the_Coyote. Finally in the 'Modder's Spotlight' (18m43s), chatting about Rhy...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD PolyCast #61: Somewhere Along the Line Updated: 2009-02-02 04:53:52 Description: In the 'Research Lab' (02m47s), it's a matter of time: a proposal to radically alter a fundamental basis of Civilization gameplay. Then in the 'Senate' (21m04s), redux: favourite Civilization IV Leader Traits, last discussed during Episode 20 in July...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD ModCast #25: Stuffed Stockings Updated: 2009-01-29 02:51:20 Description: In the 'Artist Sketchpad (07m21s), examining the Industrial Mexicans by bernie14, Silvio Berlusconi LH by Krueger_Pritz, various leaderheads by the_Capo, and Jingu by Ekmek. Then in the 'Modder's Spotlight (25m36s), on the conclusion of the 'Fall fro...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD PolyCast #40: They Do Have Bananas Updated: 2008-03-22 04:52:42 Description: In the 'News' (06m27s), what Sid says are the three most important moments in gaming and many-a-preview of Civilization: Revolution. On 'Forum Talk' (12m51s), do you change the espionage slider in Civilization IV: Beyond the Sword, do Permanent Allia...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD ModCast #05: Chuck Norris Updated: 2008-03-18 22:22:27 Description: In the Artist Sketchpad (02m45s), we discuss King Hiram of Tyre by Amra, Metal Chariot and Witches by sakhr, Chugginator's Dwarfs, new Palaces from The Navy Seal and Bolsheviks and Chuck Norris by GarretSidzaka. In the Code Corner (21m45s), we talk a...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD PolyCast Cut!: Episode 08 Updated: 2007-05-13 23:16:56 Description: Features snippets that did not make it into the final run of the eighth episode "Go Figure" released in February of 2007....more... 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