Beyond the Metagame: A Smash Bros. Podcast Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/beyond-the-metagame Two experienced competitive Super Smash Bros. players analyze and break down the unspoken psychological framework of the competitive scene. Copyright © 2018 • All Rights Reserved 68d129c0-7545-5d20-bf76-1b522cb139fa no Support this podcast on Patreon en Wed, 23 Jul 2025 07:34:11 -0700 Tue, 02 Dec 2025 12:01:37 -0800 http://beyondthemetagame.com https://img.transistor.fm/Kz83GN3oHk5frdEXLcF1vgF-6Y7Nib8cC4WKOsb25sQ/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzI0Ny8xNTg3MTYw/MDMwLWFydHdvcmsu/anBn.jpg Beyond the Metagame: A Smash Bros. Podcast http://beyondthemetagame.com episodic Abhi Vaidyanatha, Dane Hartog Two experienced competitive Super Smash Bros. players analyze and break down the unspoken psychological framework of the competitive scene. Two experienced competitive Super Smash Bros. smash, super, bros, esports, psychology, ultimate Abhi Vaidyanatha No No 7-6 Do You Have Protagonist Syndrome? 7 7 6 6 7-6 Do You Have Protagonist Syndrome? full 8cd0b392-0034-4cdb-8143-3867a1629fb1 https://share.transistor.fm/s/16ee9051 AV and Peon tackle the concept of Protagonist Syndrome. How do we avoid the pitfalls of focusing solely on our own progress? How does one optimally track their own improvement?
 
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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques.

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> AV and Peon tackle the concept of Protagonist Syndrome. How do we avoid the pitfalls of focusing solely on our own progress? How does one optimally track their own improvement?
 
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Peon: @Peon_BTM
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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques.

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Thu, 26 Jan 2023 18:17:44 -0800 Abhi Vaidyanatha, Dane Hartog Abhi Vaidyanatha, Dane Hartog 5945 AV and Peon tackle the concept of Protagonist Syndrome. How do we avoid the pitfalls of focusing solely on our own progress? How does one optimally track their own improvement? AV and Peon tackle the concept of Protagonist Syndrome. How do we avoid the pitfalls of focusing solely on our own progress? How does one optimally track their own improvement? smash, super, bros, esports, psychology, ultimate No 7-4: Current and Past Events 7 7 4 4 7-4: Current and Past Events full a42a37c9-cffe-43c7-9b72-941c22d8607f https://share.transistor.fm/s/635fc236 AV and Peon spend some time discussing the events of the past year. Contents may include: paleontology, a patented Ness down-air, cultural optimism, and why you should never downplay your own successes.
 
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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques.

Interlude music: spiritual awesomeness - Ben Ohr
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★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> AV and Peon spend some time discussing the events of the past year. Contents may include: paleontology, a patented Ness down-air, cultural optimism, and why you should never downplay your own successes.
 
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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques.

Interlude music: spiritual awesomeness - Ben Ohr
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★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Tue, 09 Aug 2022 16:18:00 -0700 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 6203 AV and Peon spend some time discussing the events of the past year. Contents may include: paleontology, a patented Ness down-air, cultural optimism, and why you should never downplay your own successes. AV and Peon spend some time discussing the events of the past year. Contents may include: paleontology, a patented Ness down-air, cultural optimism, and why you should never downplay your own successes. smash bros, smash, super, bros, psychology, ultimate, esports, current events No 7-3: Sora and the DLC Retrospective 7 7 3 3 7-3: Sora and the DLC Retrospective full 6035b83a-ebdd-4c27-8203-64631808a9a6 https://share.transistor.fm/s/7d625a44 AV and Peon embark on a journey to talk about Sora, slowly descending into madness as they look back at all the DLC characters that have been released for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate.

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AV: @AVaidyanatha
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BTM: @beyondmetagame

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> AV and Peon embark on a journey to talk about Sora, slowly descending into madness as they look back at all the DLC characters that have been released for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate.

Socials:

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

Click here to listen to the Smash Bros Cast Episode with Peon and AV.
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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Sat, 06 Nov 2021 16:11:00 -0700 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 6110 AV and Peon embark on a journey to talk about Sora, slowly descending into madness as they look back at all the DLC characters that have been released for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. AV and Peon embark on a journey to talk about Sora, slowly descending into madness as they look back at all the DLC characters that have been released for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. sora, dlc, smash bros, smash bros cast, metagame, super smash bros, super, smash, bros No 7-2 Back in the Saddle, Again 7 7 2 2 7-2 Back in the Saddle, Again full c6afcd81-323e-4dda-91a6-f43e3ccc1c3a https://share.transistor.fm/s/bd7c7491 Socials:

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Socials:

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Fri, 15 Oct 2021 14:14:53 -0700 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 4594 After a lengthy hiatus, Peon and AV return to discuss reengaging with Smash as the pandemic subsides. Tournaments have returned, and with them, the insatiable urge to compete. After a lengthy hiatus, Peon and AV return to discuss reengaging with Smash as the pandemic subsides. Tournaments have returned, and with them, the insatiable urge to compete. smash, super, bros, esports, psychology, ultimate No 7-1: Starting Melee in 2021 7 7 1 1 7-1: Starting Melee in 2021 full 1e398e43-8317-4363-a791-86744b4b70bb https://share.transistor.fm/s/e073a444 The dream team is back and ready... to play Super Smash Bros. Melee. The two discuss the joys of learning Melee in 2021 with the fewer matchups, plethora of training resources, and great online support. Additionally, they discuss the state of Smash Ultimate and what it will be like to return to local tournaments in the upcoming months.

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AV: @AVaidyanatha
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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> The dream team is back and ready... to play Super Smash Bros. Melee. The two discuss the joys of learning Melee in 2021 with the fewer matchups, plethora of training resources, and great online support. Additionally, they discuss the state of Smash Ultimate and what it will be like to return to local tournaments in the upcoming months.

Socials:

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Fri, 04 Jun 2021 12:58:13 -0700 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 4898 The dream team is back and ready... to play Super Smash Bros. Melee. The two discuss the joys of learning Melee in 2021 with the fewer matchups, plethora of training resources, and great online support. Additionally, they discuss the state of Smash Ultimate and what it will be like to return to local tournaments in the upcoming months. The dream team is back and ready... to play Super Smash Bros. Melee. The two discuss the joys of learning Melee in 2021 with the fewer matchups, plethora of training resources, and great online support. Additionally, they discuss the state of Smash Ultima slippi, smash podcast, unclepunch, melee, zain No 6-1: Some Guy Named Steve 6 6 1 1 6-1: Some Guy Named Steve full ed002608-e85a-4f31-bfae-cdf9f6b187fb https://share.transistor.fm/s/3ad63a13 AV and Peon wake up from their collective fever dream and realize that Steve from Minecraft has in fact been confirmed for Smash. Suspending their disbelief, they address this wild addition to the already stacked roster.

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AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> AV and Peon wake up from their collective fever dream and realize that Steve from Minecraft has in fact been confirmed for Smash. Suspending their disbelief, they address this wild addition to the already stacked roster.

Socials:

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Sat, 10 Oct 2020 13:00:00 -0700 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 4998 AV and Peon wake up from their collective fever dream and realize that Steve from Minecraft has in fact been confirmed for Smash. Suspending their disbelief, they address this wild addition to the already stacked roster. AV and Peon wake up from their collective fever dream and realize that Steve from Minecraft has in fact been confirmed for Smash. Suspending their disbelief, they address this wild addition to the already stacked roster. steve, minecraft, smash bros, smash bros cast, metagame, super smash bros, super, smash, bros No 5-16: The Art of Confidence ft. Coach Zeke 5 5 16 16 5-16: The Art of Confidence ft. Coach Zeke full 454ecced-653b-4e74-9dee-f8b4ac213c6d https://share.transistor.fm/s/8902fa80 Coach Zeke, the legendary coach behind many top players' rise to prominence, comes on the show to teach AV and Peon a thing or two. Listen to the trifecta talk about the journey from expert to master, key aspects holding your play back mentally, and how to approach re-contextualizing coping mechanisms.

Socials:
Zeke: @ZekeHere

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Coach Zeke, the legendary coach behind many top players' rise to prominence, comes on the show to teach AV and Peon a thing or two. Listen to the trifecta talk about the journey from expert to master, key aspects holding your play back mentally, and how to approach re-contextualizing coping mechanisms.

Socials:
Zeke: @ZekeHere

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Fri, 28 Aug 2020 15:53:00 -0700 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 4480 Coach Zeke, the legendary coach behind many top players' rise to prominence, comes on the show to teach AV and Peon a thing or two. Listen to the trifecta talk about the journey from expert to master, key aspects holding your play back mentally, and how to approach re-contextualizing coping mechanisms. Coach Zeke, the legendary coach behind many top players' rise to prominence, comes on the show to teach AV and Peon a thing or two. Listen to the trifecta talk about the journey from expert to master, key aspects holding your play back mentally, and how t zeke, esports psychology, smash bros, smash bros cast, metagame, super smash bros, super, smash, bros No 5-15: Why We Smash 2 5 5 15 15 5-15: Why We Smash 2 full b64423e5-b6b2-4cda-a114-8aaf90162ece https://share.transistor.fm/s/0d9e7c9b In the season finale, AV and Peon revisit the original premise of Beyond the Metagame. The two reflect on the benefits of pursuing competitive Smash as a hobby and explore what is preventing many community members from leveraging these lessons learned.

Socials:

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> In the season finale, AV and Peon revisit the original premise of Beyond the Metagame. The two reflect on the benefits of pursuing competitive Smash as a hobby and explore what is preventing many community members from leveraging these lessons learned.

Socials:

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Fri, 21 Aug 2020 12:19:46 -0700 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 4478 In the season finale, AV and Peon revisit the original premise of Beyond the Metagame. The two reflect on the benefits of pursuing competitive Smash as a hobby and explore what is preventing many community members from leveraging these lessons learned. In the season finale, AV and Peon revisit the original premise of Beyond the Metagame. The two reflect on the benefits of pursuing competitive Smash as a hobby and explore what is preventing many community members from leveraging these lessons learned. why smash, sociology, why we smash, why play smash, metagame, super smash bros, super, smash, bros No 5-14: Patch 8.1 and Small Battlefield 5 5 14 14 5-14: Patch 8.1 and Small Battlefield full 2e58eb55-1313-45d6-9e7f-cbd2e53f0d94 https://share.transistor.fm/s/dfff5627 Out of nowhere, the Smash community has been blessed with a new stage, upgraded online functionality, and updates to Elite Smash requirements. Listen to the BTM hosts interpret what these changes mean for the online Smash scene!

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Out of nowhere, the Smash community has been blessed with a new stage, upgraded online functionality, and updates to Elite Smash requirements. Listen to the BTM hosts interpret what these changes mean for the online Smash scene!

Socials:

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Fri, 07 Aug 2020 18:19:01 -0700 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 4805 Out of nowhere, the Smash community has been blessed with a new stage, upgraded online functionality, and updates to Elite Smash requirements. Listen to the BTM hosts interpret what these changes mean for the online Smash scene! Out of nowhere, the Smash community has been blessed with a new stage, upgraded online functionality, and updates to Elite Smash requirements. Listen to the BTM hosts interpret what these changes mean for the online Smash scene! small battlefield, elite smash, netcode, melee, smash bros, smash bros cast, metagame, super smash bros, super, smash, bros No 5-13: Pandemic Sitrep 5 5 13 13 5-13: Pandemic Sitrep full cbb224bf-2900-451f-b2f1-21dfbed972a1 https://share.transistor.fm/s/78375ade As the dust slowly settles around our changed world, AV and Peon ponder the effects of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic on competitive Smash, training routines, and their main characters.

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AV: @AVaidyanatha
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BTM: @beyondmetagame

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> As the dust slowly settles around our changed world, AV and Peon ponder the effects of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic on competitive Smash, training routines, and their main characters.

Socials:

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Fri, 31 Jul 2020 14:00:00 -0700 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 5262 As the dust slowly settles around our changed world, AV and Peon ponder the effects of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic on competitive Smash, training routines, and their main characters. As the dust slowly settles around our changed world, AV and Peon ponder the effects of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic on competitive Smash, training routines, and their main characters. coronavirus, pandemic, smash bros, smash bros cast, metagame, super smash bros, super, smash, bros No 5-12: Patch 8.0 and Min Min 5 5 12 12 5-12: Patch 8.0 and Min Min full 015664a0-ce95-4eaa-9f92-7bf4194bb2eb https://share.transistor.fm/s/3045fc81 With AV and Peon having a few weeks to take in the patch, the fearless duo are ready to share their opinions on Sakurai's recent shake-up. Tune in to hear their thoughts on Min Min, character buffs, and Peon's new dangerous hobby!

Socials:

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

Patch notes: https://en-americas-support.nintendo.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/49877/~/super-smash-bros.-ultimate-update-ver.-8.0.0---fighter-adjustments

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> With AV and Peon having a few weeks to take in the patch, the fearless duo are ready to share their opinions on Sakurai's recent shake-up. Tune in to hear their thoughts on Min Min, character buffs, and Peon's new dangerous hobby!

Socials:

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

Patch notes: https://en-americas-support.nintendo.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/49877/~/super-smash-bros.-ultimate-update-ver.-8.0.0---fighter-adjustments

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Fri, 24 Jul 2020 14:00:00 -0700 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 5269 With AV and Peon having a few weeks to take in the patch, the fearless duo are ready to share their opinions on Sakurai's recent shake-up. Tune in to hear their thoughts on Min Min, character buffs, and Peon's new dangerous hobby! With AV and Peon having a few weeks to take in the patch, the fearless duo are ready to share their opinions on Sakurai's recent shake-up. Tune in to hear their thoughts on Min Min, character buffs, and Peon's new dangerous hobby! patch 8.0, min min, captain falcon buffs, melee, smash bros, smash bros cast, metagame, super smash bros, super, smash, bros No 5-11: The Eternal Student ft. Dabuz 5 5 11 11 5-11: The Eternal Student ft. Dabuz full d44949b1-f226-4ff0-b644-4e60b27ce1d1 https://share.transistor.fm/s/4f05c3f9 The name Dabuz in the Smash community is synonymous with consistent, methodical, and intelligent. This week, listen in to hear us pick the brain of Smash's most studious player to find out how Dabuz got these qualities, what he recommends for students of the game, and where his famous food opinions came from!

Socials:
Dabuz: @DabuzSenpai
Dabuz's Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJiInRoutSNjxbaQ2a7Ushg

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> The name Dabuz in the Smash community is synonymous with consistent, methodical, and intelligent. This week, listen in to hear us pick the brain of Smash's most studious player to find out how Dabuz got these qualities, what he recommends for students of the game, and where his famous food opinions came from!

Socials:
Dabuz: @DabuzSenpai
Dabuz's Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJiInRoutSNjxbaQ2a7Ushg

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Thu, 09 Jul 2020 13:00:00 -0700 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 4578 The name Dabuz in the Smash community is synonymous with consistent, methodical, and intelligent. This week, listen in to hear us pick the brain of Smash's most studious player to find out how Dabuz got these qualities, what he recommends for students of the game, and where his famous food opinions came from! The name Dabuz in the Smash community is synonymous with consistent, methodical, and intelligent. This week, listen in to hear us pick the brain of Smash's most studious player to find out how Dabuz got these qualities, what he recommends for students of dabuz, samuel buzby, liquid dabuz, smash bros, smash bros cast, super smash bros, super, smash, bros No 5-10: Min Min and Rollback Netcode 5 5 10 10 5-10: Min Min and Rollback Netcode full d3f2f143-a2d1-4248-91e9-5a0adb276d09 https://share.transistor.fm/s/7fb7ae0d With Sakurai blessing us through another character reveal, AV and Peon take to the airwaves to discuss their first thoughts. After a long discussion about the new character, the hosts also share their thoughts on Melee's upgraded netplay service: Project Slippi.

Socials:

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

How to try out Melee netplay: https://slippi.gg/netplay

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> With Sakurai blessing us through another character reveal, AV and Peon take to the airwaves to discuss their first thoughts. After a long discussion about the new character, the hosts also share their thoughts on Melee's upgraded netplay service: Project Slippi.

Socials:

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

How to try out Melee netplay: https://slippi.gg/netplay

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Fri, 26 Jun 2020 16:00:00 -0700 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 5047 With Sakurai blessing us through another character reveal, AV and Peon take to the airwaves to discuss their first thoughts. After a long discussion about the new character, the hosts also share their thoughts on Melee's upgraded netplay service: Project Slippi. With Sakurai blessing us through another character reveal, AV and Peon take to the airwaves to discuss their first thoughts. After a long discussion about the new character, the hosts also share their thoughts on Melee's upgraded netplay service: Project min min, rollback netcode, rollback, netcode, melee, smash bros, smash bros cast, metagame, super smash bros, super, smash, bros No 5-9: Coaching Done Right ft. TSM Charles Thoren 5 5 9 9 5-9: Coaching Done Right ft. TSM Charles Thoren full e9eae23d-69eb-4d22-8f8e-38776a938e39 https://share.transistor.fm/s/eacbd937 Today the BTM hosts get the opportunity to speak with Korean, TSM's coach for Smash. Listen in to hear him drop knowledge about his coaching strategies with Tweek and Leffen, problems that he sees in all mid level players, and hear his take on recognizing potential.

Socials:
Korean: @Korean808

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

Paper on ADHD and reaction times: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/pdf/10.1111/j.1601-183X.2010.00645.x
Paper on genetic advantages of elite athletes: https://journals.lww.com/nsca-jscr/Fulltext/2013/10000/Association_of_rs699__M235T__Polymorphism_in_the.34.aspx
KSHMR's masterclass on how to improve at life: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cDLD0vqJ-cA&t=562s

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Today the BTM hosts get the opportunity to speak with Korean, TSM's coach for Smash. Listen in to hear him drop knowledge about his coaching strategies with Tweek and Leffen, problems that he sees in all mid level players, and hear his take on recognizing potential.

Socials:
Korean: @Korean808

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

Paper on ADHD and reaction times: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/pdf/10.1111/j.1601-183X.2010.00645.x
Paper on genetic advantages of elite athletes: https://journals.lww.com/nsca-jscr/Fulltext/2013/10000/Association_of_rs699__M235T__Polymorphism_in_the.34.aspx
KSHMR's masterclass on how to improve at life: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cDLD0vqJ-cA&t=562s

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Thu, 18 Jun 2020 17:30:00 -0700 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 3842 Today the BTM hosts get the opportunity to speak with Charles Thoren, TSM's coach for Smash. Listen in to hear him drop knowledge about his coaching strategies with Tweek and Leffen, problems that he sees in all mid level players, and hear his take on recognizing potential. Today the BTM hosts get the opportunity to speak with Charles Thoren, TSM's coach for Smash. Listen in to hear him drop knowledge about his coaching strategies with Tweek and Leffen, problems that he sees in all mid level players, and hear his take on rec korean, tsm, tsm korean, smash bros, smash bros cast, metagame, super smash bros, super, smash, bros No 5-8: Talent vs. Hard Work 5 5 8 8 5-8: Talent vs. Hard Work full b19e2891-61f4-4e52-9f92-110bba099943 https://share.transistor.fm/s/943e5bc5 AV and Peon address the Smash community's obsession with the overblown question of nature vs. nurture in their attempt to end this conversation once and for all.

Socials:

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

Paper on ADHD and reaction times: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/pdf/10.1111/j.1601-183X.2010.00645.x
Paper on genetic advantages of elite athletes: https://journals.lww.com/nsca-jscr/Fulltext/2013/10000/Association_of_rs699__M235T__Polymorphism_in_the.34.aspx
KSHMR's masterclass on how to improve at life: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cDLD0vqJ-cA&t=562s

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> AV and Peon address the Smash community's obsession with the overblown question of nature vs. nurture in their attempt to end this conversation once and for all.

Socials:

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

Paper on ADHD and reaction times: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/pdf/10.1111/j.1601-183X.2010.00645.x
Paper on genetic advantages of elite athletes: https://journals.lww.com/nsca-jscr/Fulltext/2013/10000/Association_of_rs699__M235T__Polymorphism_in_the.34.aspx
KSHMR's masterclass on how to improve at life: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cDLD0vqJ-cA&t=562s

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Fri, 12 Jun 2020 14:30:00 -0700 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 3636 AV and Peon address the Smash community's obsession with the overblown question of nature vs. nurture in their attempt to end this conversation once and for all. AV and Peon address the Smash community's obsession with the overblown question of nature vs. nurture in their attempt to end this conversation once and for all. talent, hard work, hard, work, smash bros, smash bros cast, metagame, super smash bros, super, smash, bros No 5-7: Aggression 5 5 7 7 5-7: Aggression full 2be5ee66-e55d-402c-9613-bb31019f6fb4 https://share.transistor.fm/s/e9fd3e2b AV and Peon are all fired up due to one of the most notoriously abused concepts in the Smash community: aggression. Where is it useful? What is it? Are you too aggressive? Find out on this contentious episode!

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AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> AV and Peon are all fired up due to one of the most notoriously abused concepts in the Smash community: aggression. Where is it useful? What is it? Are you too aggressive? Find out on this contentious episode!

Socials:

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Sat, 23 May 2020 12:00:00 -0700 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 5053 AV and Peon are all fired up due to one of the most notoriously abused concepts in the Smash community: aggression. Where is it useful? What is it? Are you too aggressive? Find out on this contentious episode! AV and Peon are all fired up due to one of the most notoriously abused concepts in the Smash community: aggression. Where is it useful? What is it? Are you too aggressive? Find out on this contentious episode! aggression, smash bros, smash bros cast, metagame, super smash bros, super, smash, bros No 5-6: What's Your Problem? ft. The People 5 5 6 6 5-6: What's Your Problem? ft. The People full 242c5bb1-3d7f-4700-9f20-89b1fb02fab3 https://share.transistor.fm/s/488ad0d9 This week, AV and Peon take some calls from the BTM community. We chat with each caller about a problem they may be having, and we get to the bottom of it.

Socials:

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> This week, AV and Peon take some calls from the BTM community. We chat with each caller about a problem they may be having, and we get to the bottom of it.

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AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Sat, 16 May 2020 13:30:00 -0700 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 5147 This week, AV and Peon take some calls from the BTM community. We chat with each caller about a problem they may be having, and we get to the bottom of it. This week, AV and Peon take some calls from the BTM community. We chat with each caller about a problem they may be having, and we get to the bottom of it. beyond the metagame, smash bros, smash bros cast, metagame, super smash bros, super, smash, bros No 5-5: Cheating on Smash 5 5 5 5 5-5: Cheating on Smash full ed411e85-7bf2-4cce-b919-117b2e979757 https://share.transistor.fm/s/dde9b592 This week, AV and Peon talk about cheating on Smash. At what point is spending time with other games or other hobbies detrimental to Smash goals? How do we best leverage time away from Smash to fulfill our improvement goals?

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Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> This week, AV and Peon talk about cheating on Smash. At what point is spending time with other games or other hobbies detrimental to Smash goals? How do we best leverage time away from Smash to fulfill our improvement goals?

Socials:

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Sat, 02 May 2020 15:55:00 -0700 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 3561 This week, AV and Peon talk about cheating on Smash. At what point is spending time with other games or other hobbies detrimental to Smash goals? How do we best leverage time away from Smash to fulfill our improvement goals? This week, AV and Peon talk about cheating on Smash. At what point is spending time with other games or other hobbies detrimental to Smash goals? How do we best leverage time away from Smash to fulfill our improvement goals? overwatch, league of legends, starcraft, super smash bros, beyond the metagame, super, smash, bros No 5-4: Camping and You 5 5 4 4 5-4: Camping and You full 74d452ea-a34d-49d6-912a-edfe9cd833c7 https://share.transistor.fm/s/7fbce44d AV and Peon talk camping. What about defensive play makes it so frustrating to deal with? What does this say about our mid-match psychology? When can camping be best utilized to win an important set or to tilt your opponent past the edge?

Tournament Sign-Up: https://smash.gg/btm

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> AV and Peon talk camping. What about defensive play makes it so frustrating to deal with? What does this say about our mid-match psychology? When can camping be best utilized to win an important set or to tilt your opponent past the edge?

Tournament Sign-Up: https://smash.gg/btm

Socials:

AV: @AVaidyanatha
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BTM: @beyondmetagame

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Fri, 17 Apr 2020 11:00:00 -0700 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 4310 AV and Peon talk camping. What about defensive play makes it so frustrating to deal with? What does this say about our mid-match psychology? When can camping be best utilized to win an important set or to tilt your opponent past the edge? AV and Peon talk camping. What about defensive play makes it so frustrating to deal with? What does this say about our mid-match psychology? When can camping be best utilized to win an important set or to tilt your opponent past the edge? camping, defensive play, smash camping, super smash bros, beyond the metagame, super, smash, bros No 5-3: Should You Play Project+? 5 5 3 3 5-3: Should You Play Project+? full f14ff1d0-e871-4684-9942-c2a85efdcffc https://share.transistor.fm/s/c4b210bf AV and Peon breakdown the newest iteration of Project M, "Project+." Who is this game for, what are our impressions, and is it worth your time?

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BTM: @beyondmetagame

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> AV and Peon breakdown the newest iteration of Project M, "Project+." Who is this game for, what are our impressions, and is it worth your time?

Socials:

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Fri, 10 Apr 2020 14:30:00 -0700 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 3627 AV and Peon breakdown the newest iteration of Project M, "Project+." Who is this game for, what are our impressions, and is it worth your time? AV and Peon breakdown the newest iteration of Project M, "Project+." Who is this game for, what are our impressions, and is it worth your time? projectplus, project plus, project m, smash podcast No 5-2: Are You Carried? 5 5 2 2 5-2: Are You Carried? full 7772778b-3d25-4f60-92b5-9d603dd0ac0a https://share.transistor.fm/s/d09c4a6e This week, AV and Peon discuss whether the concept of being carried is something we should give any credence to, and if so, how to know if you are carried. The team dives into the weeds, examining if this concept is only meant to be derogatory, or if there deeper implications that we may leverage to improve.

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★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> This week, AV and Peon discuss whether the concept of being carried is something we should give any credence to, and if so, how to know if you are carried. The team dives into the weeds, examining if this concept is only meant to be derogatory, or if there deeper implications that we may leverage to improve.

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Fri, 27 Mar 2020 12:00:00 -0700 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 4191 This week, AV and Peon discuss whether the concept of being carried is something we should give any credence to, and if so, how to know if you are carried. The team dives into the weeds, examining if this concept is only meant to be derogatory, or if there deeper implications that we may leverage to improve. This week, AV and Peon discuss whether the concept of being carried is something we should give any credence to, and if so, how to know if you are carried. The team dives into the weeds, examining if this concept is only meant to be derogatory, or if ther carried, smash carried, smash bros, smash bros cast, metagame, super smash bros, super, smash, bros No 5-1: Flying Solo 5 5 1 1 5-1: Flying Solo full 2c7c9c4d-f3f3-4717-b145-9b8070c5ad4e https://share.transistor.fm/s/9b7674fe With the recent global pandemic, your home is now the main venue for improving at Smash! In this topical season opener, AV and Peon dive into getting the most out of playing Smash alone, analyzing the pitfalls of solo play, their thoughts about WiFi, and if online tournaments are worth your time.

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> With the recent global pandemic, your home is now the main venue for improving at Smash! In this topical season opener, AV and Peon dive into getting the most out of playing Smash alone, analyzing the pitfalls of solo play, their thoughts about WiFi, and if online tournaments are worth your time.

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Sat, 21 Mar 2020 12:00:00 -0700 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 4376 With the recent global pandemic, your home is now the main venue for improving at Smash! In this topical season opener, AV and Peon dive into getting the most out of playing Smash alone, analyzing the pitfalls of solo play, their thoughts about WiFi, and if online tournaments are worth your time. With the recent global pandemic, your home is now the main venue for improving at Smash! In this topical season opener, AV and Peon dive into getting the most out of playing Smash alone, analyzing the pitfalls of solo play, their thoughts about WiFi, and pandemic, coronavirus, solo practice, labbing, super smash bros, beyond the metagame, super, smash, bros No 4-18: Switching Mains 4 4 18 18 4-18: Switching Mains full 3e7f8089-3326-4114-a5e7-c22010484fc0 https://share.transistor.fm/s/e5b640cc Thinking about switching mains? What's gonna be different? What will stay the same? AV and Peon tackle all the hard questions for you in your journey to make one of the hardest changes to your Smash Bros gameplay.

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Thinking about switching mains? What's gonna be different? What will stay the same? AV and Peon tackle all the hard questions for you in your journey to make one of the hardest changes to your Smash Bros gameplay.

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Thu, 13 Feb 2020 22:30:00 -0800 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 5302 Thinking about switching mains? What's gonna be different? What will stay the same? AV and Peon tackle all the hard questions for you in your journey to make one of the hardest changes to your Smash Bros gameplay. Thinking about switching mains? What's gonna be different? What will stay the same? AV and Peon tackle all the hard questions for you in your journey to make one of the hardest changes to your Smash Bros gameplay. smash bros main, switching mains, super smash bros, beyond the metagame, super, smash, bros No 4-17: Patch 7.0 and Byleth 4 4 17 17 4-17: Patch 7.0 and Byleth full bbad1e8e-3023-4fac-a06c-c99589391342 https://share.transistor.fm/s/30be6e43 Byleth and their arsenal have been deployed to the Smash battlefield. Join AV and Peon as they discuss the new addition to the smash roster, the gamut of balance changes made to the game, and a recap of their respective Genesis experiences.

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Byleth and their arsenal have been deployed to the Smash battlefield. Join AV and Peon as they discuss the new addition to the smash roster, the gamut of balance changes made to the game, and a recap of their respective Genesis experiences.

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Thu, 06 Feb 2020 14:05:00 -0800 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 6128 Byleth and their arsenal have been deployed to the Smash battlefield. Join AV and Peon as they discuss the new addition to the smash roster, the gamut of balance changes made to the game, and a recap of their respective Genesis experiences. Byleth and their arsenal have been deployed to the Smash battlefield. Join AV and Peon as they discuss the new addition to the smash roster, the gamut of balance changes made to the game, and a recap of their respective Genesis experiences. byleth, byleth smash, smash patch 7.0, patch 7.0, super smash bros, beyond the metagame, super, smash, bros No 4-16: Let Byleths be Byleths 4 4 16 16 4-16: Let Byleths be Byleths full b7f93d64-33f9-45f0-93dd-687e322bb03a https://share.transistor.fm/s/4f225be6 Peon and AV react to the newest addition to the roster, Byleth! Who is this character for? What will their place in the meta be? All will be answered and more in this week's episode.

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Peon and AV react to the newest addition to the roster, Byleth! Who is this character for? What will their place in the meta be? All will be answered and more in this week's episode.

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Fri, 17 Jan 2020 14:50:00 -0800 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 5275 Peon and AV react to the newest addition to the roster, Byleth! Who is this character for? What will their place in the meta be? All will be answered and more in this week's episode. Peon and AV react to the newest addition to the roster, Byleth! Who is this character for? What will their place in the meta be? All will be answered and more in this week's episode. byleth, smash bros podcast, beyond the metagame, super, smash, bros No 4-15: Slumpbusters 4 4 15 15 4-15: Slumpbusters full f3cbfd76-bb3c-42fa-b25f-376faf367d94 https://share.transistor.fm/s/21794c30 Peon hits the therapy couch again as AV walks him through his recent slump. Through this, the two lay down a game plan for diagnosing, accepting, and treating rough patches in your gameplay.

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Peon hits the therapy couch again as AV walks him through his recent slump. Through this, the two lay down a game plan for diagnosing, accepting, and treating rough patches in your gameplay.

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Thu, 09 Jan 2020 14:40:00 -0800 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 4551 Peon hits the therapy couch again as AV walks him through his recent slump. Through this, the two lay down a game plan for diagnosing, accepting, and treating rough patches in your gameplay. Peon hits the therapy couch again as AV walks him through his recent slump. Through this, the two lay down a game plan for diagnosing, accepting, and treating rough patches in your gameplay. how to get out of a slump, slump, smash bros podcast, beyond the metagame, super, smash, bros No 4-14: Smash Through the Decade 4 4 14 14 4-14: Smash Through the Decade full 17d62c37-45db-41ce-a08a-a4ba50e52594 https://share.transistor.fm/s/f5215b5e Our co-hosts take on the challenge of producing a retrospective on the narratives, development, and highlights of Super Smash Bros. through the last ten years. In this episode, they break down the stories told through the game to underline the importance of narrative in a burgeoning esport.

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Our co-hosts take on the challenge of producing a retrospective on the narratives, development, and highlights of Super Smash Bros. through the last ten years. In this episode, they break down the stories told through the game to underline the importance of narrative in a burgeoning esport.

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Fri, 03 Jan 2020 15:25:00 -0800 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 5721 Our co-hosts take on the challenge of producing a retrospective on the narratives, development, and highlights of Super Smash Bros. through the last ten years. In this episode, they break down the stories told through the game to underline the importance of narrative in a burgeoning esport. Our co-hosts take on the challenge of producing a retrospective on the narratives, development, and highlights of Super Smash Bros. through the last ten years. In this episode, they break down the stories told through the game to underline the importance smash documentary, decade, smash bros podcast, beyond the metagame, super, smash, bros No 4-13: Demystifying Cheese 4 4 13 13 4-13: Demystifying Cheese full 4dffa43f-b21f-4528-a7c5-c05c35573287 https://share.transistor.fm/s/5362e9ee This week, AV and Peon discuss GimR's new technology and its relevance to the metagame. Later, the two breakdown the concept of cheese, and debate when and if it is worth complaining about.

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> This week, AV and Peon discuss GimR's new technology and its relevance to the metagame. Later, the two breakdown the concept of cheese, and debate when and if it is worth complaining about.

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Thu, 19 Dec 2019 14:55:00 -0800 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 5251 This week, AV and Peon discuss GimR's new technology and its relevance to the metagame. Later, the two breakdown the concept of cheese, and debate when and if it is worth complaining about. This week, AV and Peon discuss GimR's new technology and its relevance to the metagame. Later, the two breakdown the concept of cheese, and debate when and if it is worth complaining about. gimr tech, bros cheese, smash ultimate podcast No 4-12: 1 Year of Smash Ultimate 4 4 12 12 4-12: 1 Year of Smash Ultimate full 89dc319c-b350-4312-b955-7b2b80d50557 https://share.transistor.fm/s/3e25bf03 Beyond the Metagame celebrates Smash Ultimate's one year anniversary with a retrospective on expectations, lessons learned, and game experience highlights.

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Beyond the Metagame celebrates Smash Ultimate's one year anniversary with a retrospective on expectations, lessons learned, and game experience highlights.

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Thu, 12 Dec 2019 13:15:00 -0800 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 5759 Beyond the Metagame celebrates Smash Ultimate's one year anniversary with a retrospective on expectations, lessons learned, and game experience highlights. Beyond the Metagame celebrates Smash Ultimate's one year anniversary with a retrospective on expectations, lessons learned, and game experience highlights. smash anniversary, one yea smash, super smash bros, beyond the metagame, super, smash, bros No 4-11: Thankful for Smash 4 4 11 11 4-11: Thankful for Smash full 545bfa2a-9d46-4340-9961-d6cdc068de7f https://share.transistor.fm/s/1a630272 This week, Peon and AV have some fun with their second annual Thanksgiving special. The hosts give thanks regarding their favorite aspects of Smash Bros in and out of the game.

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> This week, Peon and AV have some fun with their second annual Thanksgiving special. The hosts give thanks regarding their favorite aspects of Smash Bros in and out of the game.

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Thu, 28 Nov 2019 12:35:00 -0800 Abhi Vaidyanatha, Dane Hartog Abhi Vaidyanatha, Dane Hartog 4977 This week, Peon and AV have some fun with their second annual Thanksgiving special. The hosts give thanks regarding their favorite aspects of Smash Bros in and out of the game. This week, Peon and AV have some fun with their second annual Thanksgiving special. The hosts give thanks regarding their favorite aspects of Smash Bros in and out of the game. smash, super, bros, esports, psychology, ultimate No 4-10: Performing Under Pressure ft. Sports Psych Steve 4 4 10 10 4-10: Performing Under Pressure ft. Sports Psych Steve full d2797620-8e57-4993-9450-975c6cb8399e https://share.transistor.fm/s/470151da Today, Sports Psych Steve returns to share his wisdom regarding how to bring your "A" game even when the pressure is at its highest. The hosts and Steve also explain the benefits of applying Sports Psychology to gaming, and reframe the importance of motivation.

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Today, Sports Psych Steve returns to share his wisdom regarding how to bring your "A" game even when the pressure is at its highest. The hosts and Steve also explain the benefits of applying Sports Psychology to gaming, and reframe the importance of motivation.

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Thu, 21 Nov 2019 14:20:00 -0800 Abhi Vaidyanatha, Dane Hartog Abhi Vaidyanatha, Dane Hartog 4488 Today, Sports Psych Steve returns to share his wisdom regarding how to bring your "A" game even when the pressure is at its highest. The hosts and Steve also explain the benefits of applying Sports Psychology to gaming, and reframe the importance of motivation. Today, Sports Psych Steve returns to share his wisdom regarding how to bring your "A" game even when the pressure is at its highest. The hosts and Steve also explain the benefits of applying Sports Psychology to gaming, and reframe the importance of motiv smash, super, bros, esports, psychology, ultimate No 4-9: Patch 6.0 and Terry Bogard 4 4 9 9 4-9: Patch 6.0 and Terry Bogard full 2e4b8bbb-3edf-486d-9d41-24b34cfca910 https://share.transistor.fm/s/03101b91 Terry Bogard has entered the building, and with him arrive a slew of low tier buffs. AV and Peon give their initial feedback on the character roster's newest addition, while also reacting to the buffs that came packaged with 6.0.

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Terry Bogard has entered the building, and with him arrive a slew of low tier buffs. AV and Peon give their initial feedback on the character roster's newest addition, while also reacting to the buffs that came packaged with 6.0.

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Mon, 11 Nov 2019 14:35:00 -0800 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 5620 Terry Bogard has entered the building, and with him arrive a slew of low tier buffs. AV and Peon give their initial feedback on the character roster's newest addition, while also reacting to the buffs that came packaged with 6.0. Terry Bogard has entered the building, and with him arrive a slew of low tier buffs. AV and Peon give their initial feedback on the character roster's newest addition, while also reacting to the buffs that came packaged with 6.0. terry bogard, terry, terry smash, smash patch 6.0, super smash bros, beyond the metagame, super, smash, bros No 4-8: Crossing the Chasm ft. Toph 4 4 8 8 4-8: Crossing the Chasm ft. Toph full 3d787609-87d7-4fb2-90ab-49bd52b89bca https://share.transistor.fm/s/05fba896 AV and Peon open their minds up to new perspectives as they are joined by famed Melee player, commentator, and smash icon Toph! Through the episode, the hosts leverage Toph's vast culmination of smash knowledge to build out dialogue around crossing between different smash games, writing compelling narratives around smash players, and understanding how different individuals approach the game in unique ways.

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> AV and Peon open their minds up to new perspectives as they are joined by famed Melee player, commentator, and smash icon Toph! Through the episode, the hosts leverage Toph's vast culmination of smash knowledge to build out dialogue around crossing between different smash games, writing compelling narratives around smash players, and understanding how different individuals approach the game in unique ways.

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Mon, 04 Nov 2019 12:15:00 -0800 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 5275 AV and Peon open their minds up to new perspectives as they are joined by famed Melee player, commentator, and smash icon Toph! Through the episode, the hosts leverage Toph's vast culmination of smash knowledge to build out dialogue around crossing between different smash games, writing compelling narratives around smash players, and understanding how different individuals approach the game in unique ways. AV and Peon open their minds up to new perspectives as they are joined by famed Melee player, commentator, and smash icon Toph! Through the episode, the hosts leverage Toph's vast culmination of smash knowledge to build out dialogue around crossing betwee toph, scar and toph, scar and toph show, super smash bros, beyond the metagame, super, smash, bros No 4-7: Climbing the Summit 4 4 7 7 4-7: Climbing the Summit full 09280214-10ee-40e8-a981-13af96b565db https://share.transistor.fm/s/d372006a AV and Peon discuss the upcoming Smash Ultimate Summit tournament, diving into their expectations of each event and reigniting their old gambling habits.

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> AV and Peon discuss the upcoming Smash Ultimate Summit tournament, diving into their expectations of each event and reigniting their old gambling habits.

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Thu, 24 Oct 2019 13:25:00 -0700 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 4709 AV and Peon discuss the upcoming Smash Ultimate Summit tournament, diving into their expectations of each event and reigniting their old gambling habits. AV and Peon discuss the upcoming Smash Ultimate Summit tournament, diving into their expectations of each event and reigniting their old gambling habits. summit, smash summit, beyond the summit, super smash bros, beyond the metagame, super, smash, bros No 4-6: Owning Your Gameplay 4 4 6 6 4-6: Owning Your Gameplay full 7fef11ee-a284-47a8-ae52-8e1ca057d23c https://share.transistor.fm/s/199f55fe AV and Peon explore the idea of taking responsibility for one's own gameplay, strolling down memory lane to find the memories that evolved their perspective on owning up to their mistakes. The BTM duo dive into what it takes to accept loss, how we can re-frame our poor experiences, and why caring about things is not just for tryhards.

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> AV and Peon explore the idea of taking responsibility for one's own gameplay, strolling down memory lane to find the memories that evolved their perspective on owning up to their mistakes. The BTM duo dive into what it takes to accept loss, how we can re-frame our poor experiences, and why caring about things is not just for tryhards.

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Thu, 17 Oct 2019 12:45:00 -0700 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 4459 AV and Peon explore the idea of taking responsibility for one's own gameplay, strolling down memory lane to find the memories that evolved their perspective on owning up to their mistakes. The BTM duo dive into what it takes to accept loss, how we can re-frame our poor experiences, and why caring about things is not just for tryhards. AV and Peon explore the idea of taking responsibility for one's own gameplay, strolling down memory lane to find the memories that evolved their perspective on owning up to their mistakes. The BTM duo dive into what it takes to accept loss, how we can re- super smash bros, beyond the metagame, super, smash, bros, responsibility, own your shit No 4-5: Hot or Not 4 4 5 5 4-5: Hot or Not full d9737ced-caa9-4fb7-bb4b-115f10640bf4 https://share.transistor.fm/s/f0401612 For once, AV and Peon get the chance to fire off their many hot takes with reckless abandon as they get together to decide what's hot and what's not. Watch the duo square off in a few rounds of debate around some relevant and controversial topics in the Smash scene such as Doubles vs. Squad Strike, Lylat Cruise, Mr. Game & Watch, and much more.

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> For once, AV and Peon get the chance to fire off their many hot takes with reckless abandon as they get together to decide what's hot and what's not. Watch the duo square off in a few rounds of debate around some relevant and controversial topics in the Smash scene such as Doubles vs. Squad Strike, Lylat Cruise, Mr. Game & Watch, and much more.

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Thu, 10 Oct 2019 13:30:00 -0700 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 4862 For once, AV and Peon get the chance to fire off their many hot takes with reckless abandon as they get together to decide what's hot and what's not. Watch the duo square off in a few rounds of debate around some relevant and controversial topics in the Smash scene such as Doubles vs. Squad Strike, Lylat Cruise, Mr. Game & Watch, and much more. For once, AV and Peon get the chance to fire off their many hot takes with reckless abandon as they get together to decide what's hot and what's not. Watch the duo square off in a few rounds of debate around some relevant and controversial topics in the S super smash bros, beyond the metagame, super, smash, bros, squad strike, doubles, lylat No 4-4: Bracket Demons 4 4 4 4 4-4: Bracket Demons full cd2b71a6-a96f-4e19-b0ca-88457cc94b17 https://share.transistor.fm/s/df75d0cd In a classic BTM adventure, AV and Peon take a trip to the spirit world to classify the many different types of "bracket demons." In doing so, they look into their past, present, and future to formulate battle plans for the different challenging players that may come your way.

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> In a classic BTM adventure, AV and Peon take a trip to the spirit world to classify the many different types of "bracket demons." In doing so, they look into their past, present, and future to formulate battle plans for the different challenging players that may come your way.

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Thu, 26 Sep 2019 12:00:00 -0700 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 4951 In a classic BTM adventure, AV and Peon take a trip to the spirit world to classify the many different types of "bracket demons." In doing so, they look into their past, present, and future to formulate battle plans for the different challenging players that may come your way. In a classic BTM adventure, AV and Peon take a trip to the spirit world to classify the many different types of "bracket demons." In doing so, they look into their past, present, and future to formulate battle plans for the different challenging players t super smash bros, beyond the metagame, super, smash, bros, bracket demons No 4-3: Back in the Saddle 4 4 3 3 4-3: Back in the Saddle full 3c5806a6-24cb-4acb-91a5-ca1e5b63fb24 https://share.transistor.fm/s/55ac6c17 This week, Peon dives into analyzing his long break from Smash; it's not pretty. In turn, AV helps Peon form a plan of action to shake off the rust, spawning a discussion about the benefits from breaks in your play and how to best return to form.

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> This week, Peon dives into analyzing his long break from Smash; it's not pretty. In turn, AV helps Peon form a plan of action to shake off the rust, spawning a discussion about the benefits from breaks in your play and how to best return to form.

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Thu, 19 Sep 2019 13:00:00 -0700 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 4023 This week, Peon dives into analyzing his long break from Smash; it's not pretty. In turn, AV helps Peon form a plan of action to shake off the rust, spawning a discussion about the benefits from breaks in your play and how to best return to form. This week, Peon dives into analyzing his long break from Smash; it's not pretty. In turn, AV helps Peon form a plan of action to shake off the rust, spawning a discussion about the benefits from breaks in your play and how to best return to form. super smash bros, beyond the metagame, super, smash, bros, rust, breaks No 4-2: Elite Entertainment ft. The Phenomenal EE 4 4 2 2 4-2: Elite Entertainment ft. The Phenomenal EE full b302aee8-addb-4f18-acec-98883e591f73 https://share.transistor.fm/s/6b1c4299 This week, AV and Peon are joined by none other than the Phenomenal EE, famed Super Smash Bros. caster known for his enthralling performances on the mic. The BTM duo uncovers EE's thoughts about his own commentary style, the state of esports, and the path he took to the top.

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> This week, AV and Peon are joined by none other than the Phenomenal EE, famed Super Smash Bros. caster known for his enthralling performances on the mic. The BTM duo uncovers EE's thoughts about his own commentary style, the state of esports, and the path he took to the top.

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Thu, 12 Sep 2019 13:40:00 -0700 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 4484 This week, AV and Peon are joined by none other than the Phenomenal EE, famed Super Smash Bros. caster known for his enthralling performances on the mic. The BTM duo uncovers EE's thoughts about his own commentary style, the state of esports, and the path he took to the top. This week, AV and Peon are joined by none other than the Phenomenal EE, famed Super Smash Bros. caster known for his enthralling performances on the mic. The BTM duo uncovers EE's thoughts about his own commentary style, the state of esports, and the path ee, phenomenal ee, the phenomenal, smash bros, caster, beyond the metagame, smash bros podcast No 4-1: Banjo-Kazooie, Terry Bogard, and a Nintendo Direct! 4 4 1 1 4-1: Banjo-Kazooie, Terry Bogard, and a Nintendo Direct! full f449f580-5fc5-41e1-b835-d991990fbf0a https://share.transistor.fm/s/3941231d In the Season 4 opener, AV and Peon are blessed with a content-filled Nintendo Direct, a brand new patch, and a new addition to the roster! The BTM boys unpack the release of Banjo and react to the reveal of the latest character in development, Terry Bogard!

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> In the Season 4 opener, AV and Peon are blessed with a content-filled Nintendo Direct, a brand new patch, and a new addition to the roster! The BTM boys unpack the release of Banjo and react to the reveal of the latest character in development, Terry Bogard!

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Thu, 05 Sep 2019 12:00:00 -0700 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 4061 In the Season 4 opener, AV and Peon are blessed with a content-filled Nintendo Direct, a brand new patch, and a new addition to the roster! The BTM boys unpack the release of Banjo and react to the reveal of the latest character in development, Terry Bogard! In the Season 4 opener, AV and Peon are blessed with a content-filled Nintendo Direct, a brand new patch, and a new addition to the roster! The BTM boys unpack the release of Banjo and react to the reveal of the latest character in development, Terry Boga Smash Bros, Banjo, kazooie, Nintendo Direct, super smash bros, beyond the metagame, super, smash, bros No 3-17: Community Appreciation 3 3 17 17 3-17: Community Appreciation full 9269c596-6e79-4e57-9f3e-634968183a3b https://share.transistor.fm/s/78e0dbec In the Season 3 finale, AV and Peon recall some of their favorite experiences in the Smash community, talk about what brings us all together, and play back some wholesome stories from listeners like you.

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> In the Season 3 finale, AV and Peon recall some of their favorite experiences in the Smash community, talk about what brings us all together, and play back some wholesome stories from listeners like you.

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Thu, 22 Aug 2019 12:55:00 -0700 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 3174 In the Season 3 finale, AV and Peon recall some of their favorite experiences in the Smash community, talk about what brings us all together, and play back some wholesome stories from listeners like you. In the Season 3 finale, AV and Peon recall some of their favorite experiences in the Smash community, talk about what brings us all together, and play back some wholesome stories from listeners like you. smash bros podcast, community appreciation, ultimate, wholesome, smash ultimate, smash ultimate podcast, smash, esports, psychology, super, smash, bros No 3-16: Character Crisis 2 3 3 16 16 3-16: Character Crisis 2 full f7eae6c9-5a4f-4b67-a31e-fbc2c6f87bc0 https://share.transistor.fm/s/ac1f9def In the inevitable sequel to Peon's character dilemma, AV starts to question his loyalty to Donkey Kong. On this episode, Peon talks AV through his quest to find a notable replacement or companion to the king of the jungle.

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> In the inevitable sequel to Peon's character dilemma, AV starts to question his loyalty to Donkey Kong. On this episode, Peon talks AV through his quest to find a notable replacement or companion to the king of the jungle.

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Mon, 12 Aug 2019 08:00:00 -0700 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 3978 In the inevitable sequel to Peon's character dilemma, AV starts to question his loyalty to Donkey Kong. On this episode, Peon talks AV through his quest to find a notable replacement or companion to the king of the jungle. In the inevitable sequel to Peon's character dilemma, AV starts to question his loyalty to Donkey Kong. On this episode, Peon talks AV through his quest to find a notable replacement or companion to the king of the jungle. character crisis, picking a main, smash bros, smash bros podcast, ultimate, smash ultimate, smash, esports, psychology, super, smash, bros No 3-15: The Hero's Journey 3 3 15 15 3-15: The Hero's Journey full ce2e6a7c-6b57-4f81-a92c-cc76e58ecbf0 https://share.transistor.fm/s/9c82aaa4 On this week's episode, the BTM squad analyzes Hero, the brand new Smash Ultimate DLC character! The two go over their initial thoughts of the character, his general viability, and whether or not he's a healthy addition to the competitive metagame.

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competitor.

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> On this week's episode, the BTM squad analyzes Hero, the brand new Smash Ultimate DLC character! The two go over their initial thoughts of the character, his general viability, and whether or not he's a healthy addition to the competitive metagame.

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competitor.

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Mon, 05 Aug 2019 12:00:00 -0700 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 4972 On this week's episode, the BTM squad analyzes Hero, the brand new Smash Ultimate DLC character! The two go over their initial thoughts of the character, his general viability, and whether or not he's a healthy addition to the competitive metagame. On this week's episode, the BTM squad analyzes Hero, the brand new Smash Ultimate DLC character! The two go over their initial thoughts of the character, his general viability, and whether or not he's a healthy addition to the competitive metagame. hero, dragon quest, smash bros, ultimate, smash ultimate, smash, super smash bros podcast, smash bros podcast, No 3-14: A Rookie's Guidebook ft. N64Josh & Nightcrawlr 3 3 14 14 3-14: A Rookie's Guidebook ft. N64Josh & Nightcrawlr full 2495c528-7ef2-4cba-8784-f736d748cc07 https://share.transistor.fm/s/60605782 AV and Peon catch up with their fellow podcast creators, N64Josh and Nightcrawlr, hosts of the Smash Bros Cast. In a wonderful fireside chat, the BTM co-hosts find out what Josh and Crawlr have been doing lately, their reasons for ending the show, and their best tips for improving as a new player.

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competitor.

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> AV and Peon catch up with their fellow podcast creators, N64Josh and Nightcrawlr, hosts of the Smash Bros Cast. In a wonderful fireside chat, the BTM co-hosts find out what Josh and Crawlr have been doing lately, their reasons for ending the show, and their best tips for improving as a new player.

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competitor.

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Fri, 26 Jul 2019 00:35:00 -0700 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 5357 AV and Peon catch up with their fellow podcast creators, N64Josh and Nightcrawlr, hosts of the Smash Bros Cast. In a wonderful fireside chat, the BTM co-hosts find out what Josh and Crawlr have been doing lately, their reasons for ending the show, and their best tips for improving as a new player. AV and Peon catch up with their fellow podcast creators, N64Josh and Nightcrawlr, hosts of the Smash Bros Cast. In a wonderful fireside chat, the BTM co-hosts find out what Josh and Crawlr have been doing lately, their reasons for ending the show, and the smash bros cast, n64josh, ultimate, smash ultimate, smash, super smash bros podcast, smash bros podcast, No 3-13: Community in Crisis 3 3 13 13 3-13: Community in Crisis full fa269cb2-d093-4548-a76d-827e3477a1b8 https://share.transistor.fm/s/56415fe1 With recent events displaying unbecoming behavior from members of the Smash community, AV and Peon stop to reflect on the values that they stand for, the true nature of the Smash community, and the things you can do to make the ecosystem a more positive place.

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competitor.

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> With recent events displaying unbecoming behavior from members of the Smash community, AV and Peon stop to reflect on the values that they stand for, the true nature of the Smash community, and the things you can do to make the ecosystem a more positive place.

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competitor.

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Thu, 18 Jul 2019 19:25:00 -0700 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 4218 With recent events displaying unbecoming behavior from members of the Smash community, AV and Peon stop to reflect on the values that they stand for, the true nature of the Smash community, and the things you can do to make the ecosystem a more positive place. With recent events displaying unbecoming behavior from members of the Smash community, AV and Peon stop to reflect on the values that they stand for, the true nature of the Smash community, and the things you can do to make the ecosystem a more positive p ally, bocchi, captain zack, smash bros, ultimate, smash ultimate, smash, super smash bros podcast, smash bros podcast No 3-12: Why Play a Low Tier? 3 3 12 12 3-12: Why Play a Low Tier? full 0e49f226-3360-4dd8-8827-a6cf3c479548 https://share.transistor.fm/s/6ae68195 In an uncharacteristic change of heart, the BTM duo reconsiders the value behind playing low tier characters.

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competitor.

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> In an uncharacteristic change of heart, the BTM duo reconsiders the value behind playing low tier characters.

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competitor.

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Thu, 11 Jul 2019 12:00:00 -0700 Abhi Vaidyanatha, Dane Hartog Abhi Vaidyanatha, Dane Hartog 4886 In an uncharacteristic change of heart, the BTM duo reconsiders the value behind playing low tier characters. In an uncharacteristic change of heart, the BTM duo reconsiders the value behind playing low tier characters. low tier, smash bros, ultimate, smash ultimate, smash, super smash bros podcast, smash bros podcast, No 3-11: Smash's Rival ft. Dan Fornace 3 3 11 11 3-11: Smash's Rival ft. Dan Fornace full a0dcfa17-ec44-44ab-b406-9fcea9c430a7 https://share.transistor.fm/s/25ae36a7 AV and Peon crossover between universes as they are joined by none other than Dan Fornace, creator of the indie platform fighter, Rivals of Aether. On the show, Dan paints the picture behind the inspiration for the game, why its characters are so vibrant, and why it's way more than Smash's younger brother.

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competitor.

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> AV and Peon crossover between universes as they are joined by none other than Dan Fornace, creator of the indie platform fighter, Rivals of Aether. On the show, Dan paints the picture behind the inspiration for the game, why its characters are so vibrant, and why it's way more than Smash's younger brother.

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competitor.

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Thu, 04 Jul 2019 12:00:00 -0700 Abhi Vaidyanatha, Dane Hartog Abhi Vaidyanatha, Dane Hartog 5146 AV and Peon crossover between universes as they are joined by none other than Dan Fornace, creator of the indie platform fighter, Rivals of Aether. On the show, Dan paints the picture behind the inspiration for the game, why its characters are so vibrant, and why it's way more than Smash's younger brother. AV and Peon crossover between universes as they are joined by none other than Dan Fornace, creator of the indie platform fighter, Rivals of Aether. On the show, Dan paints the picture behind the inspiration for the game, why its characters are so vibrant, smash bros, ultimate, rivals, aether, smash ultimate, smash, super smash bros podcast, smash bros, esports, psychology, super, smash, brothers, rivals of aether, dan fornace, fornace No 3-10: The Hero, Banjo, and You 3 3 10 10 3-10: The Hero, Banjo, and You full 5f1eff6f-ae18-46a9-96f6-651c2b94ede3 https://share.transistor.fm/s/1d3f8a68 This week, AV and Peon react to the announcement of The Hero and Banjo-Kazooie. How will these characters distinguish themselves? Will these characters play to your strengths? What do these announcements say about the future of Smash character DLC?

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competitor.

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> This week, AV and Peon react to the announcement of The Hero and Banjo-Kazooie. How will these characters distinguish themselves? Will these characters play to your strengths? What do these announcements say about the future of Smash character DLC?

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competitor.

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Thu, 27 Jun 2019 12:10:00 -0700 Abhi Vaidyanatha, Dane Hartog Abhi Vaidyanatha, Dane Hartog 5129 This week, AV and Peon react to the announcement of The Hero and Banjo-Kazooie. How will these characters distinguish themselves? Will these characters play to your strengths? What do these announcements say about the future of Smash character DLC? This week, AV and Peon react to the announcement of The Hero and Banjo-Kazooie. How will these characters distinguish themselves? Will these characters play to your strengths? What do these announcements say about the future of Smash character DLC? Smash bros, Smash podcast, Smash Ultimate Discussion, The Hero, Banjo-Kazooie, Smash bros, Super smash bros, Smash Ultimate, Competitive smash, smash No 3-9: Smash Ultimate Burnout 3 3 9 9 3-9: Smash Ultimate Burnout full b852fcfd-5078-4384-8498-76ccb785a246 https://share.transistor.fm/s/b9704c82 With AV and Peon's respective burnouts from parts of the Smash community, the two get down to business and figure out how to proactively combat this enduring issue.

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a com

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> With AV and Peon's respective burnouts from parts of the Smash community, the two get down to business and figure out how to proactively combat this enduring issue.

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a com

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Thu, 20 Jun 2019 12:00:00 -0700 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 4165 With AV and Peon's respective burnouts from parts of the Smash community, the two get down to business and figure out how to proactively combat this enduring issue. With AV and Peon's respective burnouts from parts of the Smash community, the two get down to business and figure out how to proactively combat this enduring issue. smash bros, ultimate, smash ultimate, smash, super smash bros podcast, smash bros, esports, psychology, super, smash, brothers No 3-8: The Loyal Scientist ft. Fatality 3 3 8 8 3-8: The Loyal Scientist ft. Fatality full 4d7234de-c500-4b77-8a9e-722136ac80ec https://share.transistor.fm/s/57d56898 AV meets his match as the casting duo are joined by introspective master and Captain Falcon extraordinaire, Fatality! To learn more about how we can optimize our brain for success, we pick Fatality's brain on his self awareness, methodical practice routines, and dedication to the F-Zero hero.

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> AV meets his match as the casting duo are joined by introspective master and Captain Falcon extraordinaire, Fatality! To learn more about how we can optimize our brain for success, we pick Fatality's brain on his self awareness, methodical practice routines, and dedication to the F-Zero hero.

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Thu, 06 Jun 2019 12:00:00 -0700 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 4272 AV meets his match as the casting duo are joined by introspective master and Captain Falcon extraordinaire, Fatality! To learn more about how we can optimize our brain for success, we pick Fatality's brain on his self awareness, methodical practice routines, and dedication to the F-Zero hero. AV meets his match as the casting duo are joined by introspective master and Captain Falcon extraordinaire, Fatality! To learn more about how we can optimize our brain for success, we pick Fatality's brain on his self awareness, methodical practice routin smash bros, ultimate, smash ultimate, smash, super smash bros podcast, smash bros, esports, psychology, super, smash, brothers No 3-7: Patch 3.1 3 3 7 7 3-7: Patch 3.1 full 1fde4dcb-7959-44fe-904c-73341830f71c https://share.transistor.fm/s/61634385 This week, AV and Peon discuss the most recent balance patch in Smash Ultimate's development life cycle. Who are the biggest winners and losers? What does this say about the balance philosophy going forward?

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a com

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> This week, AV and Peon discuss the most recent balance patch in Smash Ultimate's development life cycle. Who are the biggest winners and losers? What does this say about the balance philosophy going forward?

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a com

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Fri, 31 May 2019 13:15:00 -0700 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 4126 This week, AV and Peon discuss the most recent balance patch in Smash Ultimate's development life cycle. Who are the biggest winners and losers? What does this say about the balance philosophy going forward? This week, AV and Peon discuss the most recent balance patch in Smash Ultimate's development life cycle. Who are the biggest winners and losers? What does this say about the balance philosophy going forward? smash bros, ultimate, smash ultimate, smash, super smash bros podcast, smash bros, esports, psychology, super, smash, brothers No 3-6: Tilt 3 3 6 6 3-6: Tilt full 90c121bc-5161-4200-8f9d-2fbb6aa7a722 https://share.transistor.fm/s/55bc1885 This week, our fearless duo talk about what tilt is, what causes it, and how we can address it to evolve into better versions of ourselves. However, when they get to talking about getting through tilt as a competitor, tensions arise as AV and Peon disagree on a pivotal talking point.

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> This week, our fearless duo talk about what tilt is, what causes it, and how we can address it to evolve into better versions of ourselves. However, when they get to talking about getting through tilt as a competitor, tensions arise as AV and Peon disagree on a pivotal talking point.

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Thu, 23 May 2019 21:15:00 -0700 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 4850 This week, our fearless duo talk about what tilt is, what causes it, and how we can address it to evolve into better versions of ourselves. However, when they get to talking about getting through tilt as a competitor, tensions arise as AV and Peon disagree on a pivotal talking point. This week, our fearless duo talk about what tilt is, what causes it, and how we can address it to evolve into better versions of ourselves. However, when they get to talking about getting through tilt as a competitor, tensions arise as AV and Peon disagre smash bros, ultimate, smash ultimate, smash, super smash bros podcast, smash bros, esports, psychology, super, smash, brothers No 3-5: The Traveler 3 3 5 5 3-5: The Traveler full 8ae14e57-6440-4e1a-8026-40cd7bbaca54 https://share.transistor.fm/s/6bfd6614 Join AV and Peon on their journey in breaking down the experience of traveling to other regions! Along the way, they highlight the pros and cons of competitive environments, the variety of regional subcultures, and the Prometheus principle. What's that?

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Join AV and Peon on their journey in breaking down the experience of traveling to other regions! Along the way, they highlight the pros and cons of competitive environments, the variety of regional subcultures, and the Prometheus principle. What's that?

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Fri, 10 May 2019 01:00:00 -0700 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 4543 Join AV and Peon on their journey in breaking down the experience of traveling to other regions! Along the way, they highlight the pros and cons of competitive environments, the variety of regional subcultures, and the Prometheus principle. What's that? Join AV and Peon on their journey in breaking down the experience of traveling to other regions! Along the way, they highlight the pros and cons of competitive environments, the variety of regional subcultures, and the Prometheus principle. What's that? smash bros, ultimate, smash ultimate, smash, super smash bros podcast, smash bros, esports, psychology, super, smash, brothers No 3-4: Crossing the Plateau 3 3 4 4 3-4: Crossing the Plateau full 7d5460c1-4fb7-4a8b-a31a-a254ff81d6b8 https://share.transistor.fm/s/f48a92a5 As we move past the early days of Smash Ultimate, AV and Peon approach the concept of the dreaded plateau. In this episode, they talk about figuring out whether you're in one, learning how to move past them, and avoiding them in the future.

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> As we move past the early days of Smash Ultimate, AV and Peon approach the concept of the dreaded plateau. In this episode, they talk about figuring out whether you're in one, learning how to move past them, and avoiding them in the future.

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Thu, 02 May 2019 22:05:00 -0700 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 3757 As we move past the early days of Smash Ultimate, AV and Peon approach the concept of the dreaded plateau. In this episode, they talk about figuring out whether you're in one, learning how to move past them, and avoiding them in the future. As we move past the early days of Smash Ultimate, AV and Peon approach the concept of the dreaded plateau. In this episode, they talk about figuring out whether you're in one, learning how to move past them, and avoiding them in the future. smash bros, ultimate, smash ultimate, smash, super smash bros podcast, smash bros, esports, psychology, super, smash, brothers No 3-3: The "Low" Tier Hero ft. Maister 3 3 3 3 3-3: The "Low" Tier Hero ft. Maister full 4d1e8e93-c4a0-4e84-bfc8-c5838c8a7c55 https://share.transistor.fm/s/51bc112d This week, we are joined by Maister, one of Mexico's best players and the best Game & Watch player in the world. He joins AV and Peon to talk about pushing the metagame of an unpopular character, staying positive through adversity, and proving to the world that tiers are meant to be broken.

Socials:
Maister: @Maister_SSB

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

Maister's Twitch: https://twitch.tv/maistergnw

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> This week, we are joined by Maister, one of Mexico's best players and the best Game & Watch player in the world. He joins AV and Peon to talk about pushing the metagame of an unpopular character, staying positive through adversity, and proving to the world that tiers are meant to be broken.

Socials:
Maister: @Maister_SSB

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

Maister's Twitch: https://twitch.tv/maistergnw

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Thu, 25 Apr 2019 17:05:00 -0700 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 4123 This week, we are joined by Maister, one of Mexico's best players and the best Game & Watch player in the world. He joins AV and Peon to talk about pushing the metagame of an unpopular character, staying positive through adversity, and proving to the world that tiers are meant to be broken. This week, we are joined by Maister, one of Mexico's best players and the best Game & Watch player in the world. He joins AV and Peon to talk about pushing the metagame of an unpopular character, staying positive through adversity, and proving to the smash bros, ultimate, smash ultimate, smash, super smash bros podcast, smash bros, esports, psychology, super, smash, brothers No 3-2: Patch 3.0 and Joker 3 3 2 2 3-2: Patch 3.0 and Joker full 6a508204-d3e2-41a1-abf5-54d941985de3 https://share.transistor.fm/s/8a80debe Nintendo pulls a fast one on AV and Peon, releasing the patch with almost no warning! In this episode, the duo goes over their first impressions of Joker, balance changes, new content, and the patch's overall implications for Smash Ultimate's future.

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AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

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Peon's YEET smash clip

Tourney Info:
https://smash.gg/tournament/btm-face-off-1/details

Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Nintendo pulls a fast one on AV and Peon, releasing the patch with almost no warning! In this episode, the duo goes over their first impressions of Joker, balance changes, new content, and the patch's overall implications for Smash Ultimate's future.

Socials:

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

Click here to purchase BTM merch!
Click here to join our Discord!

Peon's YEET smash clip

Tourney Info:
https://smash.gg/tournament/btm-face-off-1/details

Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Thu, 18 Apr 2019 12:00:00 -0700 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 4827 Nintendo pulls a fast one on AV and Peon, releasing the patch with almost no warning! In this episode, the duo goes over their first impressions of Joker, balance changes, new content, and the patch's overall implications for Smash Ultimate's future. Nintendo pulls a fast one on AV and Peon, releasing the patch with almost no warning! In this episode, the duo goes over their first impressions of Joker, balance changes, new content, and the patch's overall implications for Smash Ultimate's future. smash bros, ultimate, smash ultimate, smash, super smash bros podcast, smash bros, esports, psychology, super, smash, brothers No 3-1: Smashing Tournament Nerves ft. PhD Louie 3 3 1 1 3-1: Smashing Tournament Nerves ft. PhD Louie full 9d538142-cff6-4c04-9541-18001712f23d https://share.transistor.fm/s/91797507 In the season 3 premiere, AV and Peon discuss mental health with PhD Louie, a veteran of the Smash scene and studied academic. Dr. Louie goes into depth about how to calm tournament nerves and offers many practical solutions to some of the most difficult parts of playing the game competitively.

Socials:
PhD Louie: @PhD_Louie

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> In the season 3 premiere, AV and Peon discuss mental health with PhD Louie, a veteran of the Smash scene and studied academic. Dr. Louie goes into depth about how to calm tournament nerves and offers many practical solutions to some of the most difficult parts of playing the game competitively.

Socials:
PhD Louie: @PhD_Louie

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Thu, 11 Apr 2019 12:00:00 -0700 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 4894 In the season 3 premiere, AV and Peon discuss mental health with PhD Louie, a veteran of the Smash scene and studied academic. Dr. Louie goes into depth about how to calm tournament nerves and offers many practical solutions to some of the most difficult parts of playing the game competitively. In the season 3 premiere, AV and Peon discuss mental health with PhD Louie, a veteran of the Smash scene and studied academic. Dr. Louie goes into depth about how to calm tournament nerves and offers many practical solutions to some of the most difficult smash bros, ultimate, smash ultimate, smash, super smash bros podcast, smash bros, esports, psychology, super, smash, brothers No 2-15: The State of the Ultimate Address 2 2 15 15 2-15: The State of the Ultimate Address full 2ff64f5f-caeb-4887-b750-aeb64a0025b9 https://share.transistor.fm/s/f7dcc693 In true finale fashion, AV and Peon take on addressing the Smash community about the developments in the first quarter of Smash Ultimate. Join them as they talk about how characters, players, and techniques have developed, in addition to some of the things they have been thinking about lately.

Socials:

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> In true finale fashion, AV and Peon take on addressing the Smash community about the developments in the first quarter of Smash Ultimate. Join them as they talk about how characters, players, and techniques have developed, in addition to some of the things they have been thinking about lately.

Socials:

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Thu, 28 Mar 2019 22:05:00 -0700 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 4747 In true finale fashion, AV and Peon take on addressing the Smash community about the developments in the first quarter of Smash Ultimate. Join them as they talk about how characters, players, and techniques have developed, in addition to some of the things they have been thinking about lately. In true finale fashion, AV and Peon take on addressing the Smash community about the developments in the first quarter of Smash Ultimate. Join them as they talk about how characters, players, and techniques have developed, in addition to some of the thing smash bros, ultimate, smash ultimate, smash, super smash bros podcast, smash bros, esports, psychology, super, smash, brothers No 2-14: Victory 2 2 14 14 2-14: Victory full 761bab0e-5d95-42c0-9530-d3ca8fe7d827 https://share.transistor.fm/s/27c0904d This week, AV and Peon talk about what victories mean for your progress as a competitor, how to go about contextualizing them, and what to do when you think you've won it all.

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AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques.

Sources Cited:

https://medium.com/@pattheflip/8-skills-i-learned-from-fighting-games-and-you-can-too-fe00aa0965da?fbclid=IwAR3WzCu_zCO3aYaDIqZs2pzoFoOh1lhMNKKGYGDzkqECBbvlikmsMKZhBXc

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> This week, AV and Peon talk about what victories mean for your progress as a competitor, how to go about contextualizing them, and what to do when you think you've won it all.

Socials:

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques.

Sources Cited:

https://medium.com/@pattheflip/8-skills-i-learned-from-fighting-games-and-you-can-too-fe00aa0965da?fbclid=IwAR3WzCu_zCO3aYaDIqZs2pzoFoOh1lhMNKKGYGDzkqECBbvlikmsMKZhBXc

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Thu, 21 Mar 2019 12:00:00 -0700 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 4066 This week, AV and Peon talk about what victories mean for your progress as a competitor, how to go about contextualizing them, and what to do when you think you've won it all. This week, AV and Peon talk about what victories mean for your progress as a competitor, how to go about contextualizing them, and what to do when you think you've won it all. smash bros, ultimate, smash ultimate, smash, super smash bros podcast, smash bros, esports, psychology, super, smash, brothers No 2-13: Community Building 2 2 13 13 2-13: Community Building full d8246114-3312-4183-9699-11d1f245313a https://share.transistor.fm/s/9e1dc525 In another solo mission, AV provides insight into how his dedication for serving the community supplied the motivation for creating a Smash Bros. podcast. Through the narrative, he takes us through his growth as a leader in the Smash community, giving some important perspective on what it takes to raise a community from the ground up.

Socials:

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 


Music Credits
Track Name: "Going Up"
Music By: LAKEY INSPIRED @ https://soundcloud.com/lakeyinspired
Original upload HERE - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qLNcz...
Official "LAKEY INSPIRED" YouTube Channel HERE - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOmy...
License for commercial use: Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported "Share Alike" (CC BY-SA 3.0) License.
Full License HERE - https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...
Music promoted by NCM https://goo.gl/fh3rEJ

Artist: Dj Quads
Track Name: "The Society"
Music By: Dj Quads @ https://soundcloud.com/aka-dj-quads
Original upload HERE - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_mdSd...
Music promoted by NCM https://goo.gl/fh3rEJ 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> In another solo mission, AV provides insight into how his dedication for serving the community supplied the motivation for creating a Smash Bros. podcast. Through the narrative, he takes us through his growth as a leader in the Smash community, giving some important perspective on what it takes to raise a community from the ground up.

Socials:

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

Click here to purchase BTM merch!
Click here to join our Discord!

Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 


Music Credits
Track Name: "Going Up"
Music By: LAKEY INSPIRED @ https://soundcloud.com/lakeyinspired
Original upload HERE - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qLNcz...
Official "LAKEY INSPIRED" YouTube Channel HERE - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOmy...
License for commercial use: Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported "Share Alike" (CC BY-SA 3.0) License.
Full License HERE - https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...
Music promoted by NCM https://goo.gl/fh3rEJ

Artist: Dj Quads
Track Name: "The Society"
Music By: Dj Quads @ https://soundcloud.com/aka-dj-quads
Original upload HERE - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_mdSd...
Music promoted by NCM https://goo.gl/fh3rEJ 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Thu, 14 Mar 2019 12:00:00 -0700 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 2350 In another solo mission, AV provides insight into how his dedication for serving the community supplied the motivation for creating a Smash Bros. podcast. Through the narrative, he takes us through his growth as a leader in the Smash community, giving some important perspective on what it takes to raise a community from the ground up. In another solo mission, AV provides insight into how his dedication for serving the community supplied the motivation for creating a Smash Bros. podcast. Through the narrative, he takes us through his growth as a leader in the Smash community, giving som ultimate, smash ultimate, smash, super smash bros podcast, smash bros, esports, psychology, super, smash, brothers No 2-12: The Ultimate Summit 2 2 12 12 2-12: The Ultimate Summit full e888677a-a4b3-47f8-aa1a-778080c92f5f https://share.transistor.fm/s/b25f8280 The very first Smash Ultimate Summit is happening this weekend! AV and Peon discuss the history of Summit, their expectations for the event, and what it means for competitive Smash Ultimate.

Socials:

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> The very first Smash Ultimate Summit is happening this weekend! AV and Peon discuss the history of Summit, their expectations for the event, and what it means for competitive Smash Ultimate.

Socials:

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Thu, 07 Mar 2019 12:00:00 -0800 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 4211 The very first Smash Ultimate Summit is happening this weekend! AV and Peon discuss the history of Summit, their expectations for the event, and what it means for competitive Smash Ultimate. The very first Smash Ultimate Summit is happening this weekend! AV and Peon discuss the history of Summit, their expectations for the event, and what it means for competitive Smash Ultimate. ultimate, smash ultimate, smash, super smash bros podcast, smash bros, esports, psychology, super, smash, brothers No 2-11: The Pursuit of Happiness 2 2 11 11 2-11: The Pursuit of Happiness full 9679e535-c312-443e-84da-22b0a4ec6aa8 https://share.transistor.fm/s/e41ea14b This week, Peon flies solo, questioning whether or not it's healthy to look for fulfillment outside of traditional day to day life. In this fireside chat, we learn about his struggles, why we look for meaning outside of our main occupation, and how Beyond the Metagame came to be.

Socials:

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

Click here to join our Discord!

Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques.

Music Credits:
Track Names: "oceanic space [short edit]," "Where Are We"
Music By: Artificial Music @ https://soundcloud.com/artificial-music
YT Channel HERE: https://www.youtube.com/user/SmartToa...
Original upload of oceanic space [short edit]: https://soundcloud.com/artificial-mus...
Original upload of Where Are We: https://soundcloud.com/artificial-mus...
License for commercial use: Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported (CC BY 3.0) License.
Full License HERE - https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...
Music promoted by NCM https://goo.gl/fh3rEJ

Track Name: "This Time Of The Year"
Music By: Dj Quads @ https://soundcloud.com/aka-dj-quads
Original upload HERE - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dDmRa...
SoundCloud Release HERE: https://soundcloud.com/aka-dj-quads/t...
Music promoted by NCM https://goo.gl/fh3rEJ

Track Name: "Street Dreams"
Music By: LAKEY INSPIRED @ https://soundcloud.com/lakeyinspired
Original upload HERE - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FUvoM...
Official "LAKEY INSPIRED" YouTube Channel HERE - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOmy...
License for commercial use: Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported "Share Alike" (CC BY-SA 3.0) License.
Full License HERE - https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...
Music promoted by NCM https://goo.gl/fh3rEJ

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> This week, Peon flies solo, questioning whether or not it's healthy to look for fulfillment outside of traditional day to day life. In this fireside chat, we learn about his struggles, why we look for meaning outside of our main occupation, and how Beyond the Metagame came to be.

Socials:

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

Click here to join our Discord!

Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques.

Music Credits:
Track Names: "oceanic space [short edit]," "Where Are We"
Music By: Artificial Music @ https://soundcloud.com/artificial-music
YT Channel HERE: https://www.youtube.com/user/SmartToa...
Original upload of oceanic space [short edit]: https://soundcloud.com/artificial-mus...
Original upload of Where Are We: https://soundcloud.com/artificial-mus...
License for commercial use: Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported (CC BY 3.0) License.
Full License HERE - https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...
Music promoted by NCM https://goo.gl/fh3rEJ

Track Name: "This Time Of The Year"
Music By: Dj Quads @ https://soundcloud.com/aka-dj-quads
Original upload HERE - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dDmRa...
SoundCloud Release HERE: https://soundcloud.com/aka-dj-quads/t...
Music promoted by NCM https://goo.gl/fh3rEJ

Track Name: "Street Dreams"
Music By: LAKEY INSPIRED @ https://soundcloud.com/lakeyinspired
Original upload HERE - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FUvoM...
Official "LAKEY INSPIRED" YouTube Channel HERE - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOmy...
License for commercial use: Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported "Share Alike" (CC BY-SA 3.0) License.
Full License HERE - https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...
Music promoted by NCM https://goo.gl/fh3rEJ

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Thu, 28 Feb 2019 09:00:00 -0800 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 2651 This week, Peon flies solo, questioning whether or not it's healthy to look for fulfillment outside of traditional day to day life. In this fireside chat, we learn about his struggles, why we look for meaning outside of our main occupation, and how Beyond the Metagame came to be. This week, Peon flies solo, questioning whether or not it's healthy to look for fulfillment outside of traditional day to day life. In this fireside chat, we learn about his struggles, why we look for meaning outside of our main occupation, and how Beyond ultimate, smash ultimate, smash, super smash bros podcast, smash bros, esports, psychology, super, smash, brothers No 2-10: Fundamentals 2 2 10 10 2-10: Fundamentals full d376a842-1292-40ff-8ef9-71f9366d68f6 https://share.transistor.fm/s/5a5ff807 AV and Peon host a crash course on the mystical concept of fundamentals to give you a clear path on what they are and how to improve them.

Socials:

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

Click here to join our Discord!

Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> AV and Peon host a crash course on the mystical concept of fundamentals to give you a clear path on what they are and how to improve them.

Socials:

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

Click here to join our Discord!

Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Thu, 21 Feb 2019 21:00:00 -0800 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 3208 AV and Peon host a crash course on the mystical concept of fundamentals to give you a clear path on what they are and how to improve them. AV and Peon host a crash course on the mystical concept of fundamentals to give you a clear path on what they are and how to improve them. ultimate, smash ultimate, smash, super smash bros podcast, smash bros, esports, psychology, super, smash, brothers No 2-9: Ego Trip 2 2 9 9 2-9: Ego Trip full 09be5bd6-7c03-4289-9650-1c277c750ae0 https://share.transistor.fm/s/0b427c29 Is ego affecting your ability to improve at Smash? AV and Peon get to the bottom of how an unchecked ego can hinder growth in all areas of the Smash community.

Socials:

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Is ego affecting your ability to improve at Smash? AV and Peon get to the bottom of how an unchecked ego can hinder growth in all areas of the Smash community.

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AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

Click here to join our Discord!

Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Thu, 14 Feb 2019 12:00:00 -0800 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 3896 Is ego affecting your ability to improve at Smash? AV and Peon get to the bottom of how an unchecked ego can hinder growth in all areas of the Smash community. Is ego affecting your ability to improve at Smash? AV and Peon get to the bottom of how an unchecked ego can hinder growth in all areas of the Smash community. smash bros, smash bros podcast, ultimate, smash ultimate, smash, esports, psychology, super, smash, bros No 2-8: Genesis Stories and Ultimate 2.0 2 2 8 8 2-8: Genesis Stories and Ultimate 2.0 full ce4f4256-75d9-4d93-be3a-3535baf9454e https://share.transistor.fm/s/39c32ed9 This week, AV and Peon retell their Genesis stories, discuss about what they took away from the experience, and break down what the recent patch means for you as a player and competitor.

Socials:

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> This week, AV and Peon retell their Genesis stories, discuss about what they took away from the experience, and break down what the recent patch means for you as a player and competitor.

Socials:

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

Click here to join our Discord!

Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Thu, 07 Feb 2019 12:00:00 -0800 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 4347 This week, AV and Peon retell their Genesis stories, discuss about what they took away from the experience, and break down what the recent patch means for you as a player and competitor. This week, AV and Peon retell their Genesis stories, discuss about what they took away from the experience, and break down what the recent patch means for you as a player and competitor. smash bros, smash bros podcast, ultimate, smash ultimate, smash, esports, psychology, super, smash, bros No 2-7: The Unbreakable Mind ft. Sports Psychologist Steve 2 2 7 7 2-7: The Unbreakable Mind ft. Sports Psychologist Steve full 6a73d67d-0985-474b-a160-731c10bb2b46 https://share.transistor.fm/s/559aa1a6 This week we are joined by Sports Psychologist Steve, an industry professional known for his ability to connect his foundations in applied psychology with his gaming domain knowledge. In true BTM fashion, AV and Peon pick his brain to formulate the ultimate mentality.

Socials:
Sports Psychologist Steve: @SportPsychNYLI

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> This week we are joined by Sports Psychologist Steve, an industry professional known for his ability to connect his foundations in applied psychology with his gaming domain knowledge. In true BTM fashion, AV and Peon pick his brain to formulate the ultimate mentality.

Socials:
Sports Psychologist Steve: @SportPsychNYLI

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

Click here to join our Discord!

Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Thu, 31 Jan 2019 12:00:00 -0800 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 5353 This week we are joined by Sports Psychologist Steve, an industry professional known for his ability to connect his foundations in applied psychology with his gaming domain knowledge. In true BTM fashion, AV and Peon pick his brain to formulate the ultimate mentality. This week we are joined by Sports Psychologist Steve, an industry professional known for his ability to connect his foundations in applied psychology with his gaming domain knowledge. In true BTM fashion, AV and Peon pick his brain to formulate the ultima smash bros, smash bros podcast, ultimate, smash ultimate, smash, esports, psychology, super, smash, bros No 2-6: Progress Check 2 2 6 6 2-6: Progress Check full 8a431784-cf81-499b-8b49-7937c063581c https://share.transistor.fm/s/0ea459ad AV and Peon take a step back to acknowledge their progress as Ultimate competitors, wrangling with their biggest roadblocks to improving before Genesis 6.

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AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> AV and Peon take a step back to acknowledge their progress as Ultimate competitors, wrangling with their biggest roadblocks to improving before Genesis 6.

Socials:

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

Click here to join our Discord!

Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Thu, 24 Jan 2019 12:00:00 -0800 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 3408 AV and Peon take a step back to acknowledge their progress as Ultimate competitors, wrangling with their biggest roadblocks to improving before Genesis 6. AV and Peon take a step back to acknowledge their progress as Ultimate competitors, wrangling with their biggest roadblocks to improving before Genesis 6. smash bros, smash bros podcast, ultimate, smash ultimate, smash, esports, psychology, super, smash, bros No 2-5: Character Crisis 2 2 5 5 2-5: Character Crisis full ea9b65c4-797a-4979-ae2d-e021b57c0dbf https://share.transistor.fm/s/0ce2bd4d This week, AV becomes Peon's psychiatrist, talking him through his character crisis. Through this journey, they provide the framework for choosing a main and what should motivate this incredibly critical decision.

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AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> This week, AV becomes Peon's psychiatrist, talking him through his character crisis. Through this journey, they provide the framework for choosing a main and what should motivate this incredibly critical decision.

Socials:

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

Click here to join our Discord!

Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Thu, 17 Jan 2019 17:05:00 -0800 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 3565 This week, AV becomes Peon's psychiatrist, talking him through his character crisis. Through this journey, they provide the framework for choosing a main and what should motivate this incredibly critical decision. This week, AV becomes Peon's psychiatrist, talking him through his character crisis. Through this journey, they provide the framework for choosing a main and what should motivate this incredibly critical decision. smash bros, smash bros podcast, ultimate, smash ultimate, smash, esports, psychology, super, smash, bros No 2-B1: The Crossover Episode ft. The Smash Bros. Cast 2 2 2-B1: The Crossover Episode ft. The Smash Bros. Cast bonus 7f766794-f07e-4b50-bc7f-904d76b851ac https://share.transistor.fm/s/1dd42dc2 What's this, a crossover episode? Enjoy our rebroadcast of our appearance on the Smash Bros. Cast where we talk with N64Josh and NightCrawlr about jumping into the competitive scene.

Socials:
N64Josh: @n64josh
NightCrawlr: @NightCrawlr724

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> What's this, a crossover episode? Enjoy our rebroadcast of our appearance on the Smash Bros. Cast where we talk with N64Josh and NightCrawlr about jumping into the competitive scene.

Socials:
N64Josh: @n64josh
NightCrawlr: @NightCrawlr724

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

Click here to join our Discord!

Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Tue, 15 Jan 2019 01:00:00 -0800 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 5010 What's this, a crossover episode? Enjoy our rebroadcast of our appearance on the Smash Bros. Cast where we talk with N64Josh and NightCrawlr about jumping into the competitive scene. What's this, a crossover episode? Enjoy our rebroadcast of our appearance on the Smash Bros. Cast where we talk with N64Josh and NightCrawlr about jumping into the competitive scene. ultimate, smash ultimate, smash, super smash bros podcast, smash bros, esports, psychology, super, smash, brothers No 2-4: Elite Smash and You 2 2 4 4 2-4: Elite Smash and You full 0c60db67-e5e2-47a3-beba-744b9c57173c https://share.transistor.fm/s/c7280bfe Does Elite Smash or GSP matter? AV and Peon explore this topic in this week's episode to figure out the things we can take away from this controversial Smash Ultimate feature.

Socials:

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

Click here to join our Discord!

Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Does Elite Smash or GSP matter? AV and Peon explore this topic in this week's episode to figure out the things we can take away from this controversial Smash Ultimate feature.

Socials:

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

Click here to join our Discord!

Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Thu, 03 Jan 2019 12:00:00 -0800 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 4168 Does Elite Smash or GSP matter? AV and Peon explore this topic in this week's episode to figure out the things we can take away from this controversial Smash Ultimate feature. Does Elite Smash or GSP matter? AV and Peon explore this topic in this week's episode to figure out the things we can take away from this controversial Smash Ultimate feature. ultimate, smash ultimate, smash, super smash bros podcast, smash bros, esports, psychology, super, smash, brothers No 2-3: The Comfort Zone 2 2 3 3 2-3: The Comfort Zone full cf8c983b-3965-4709-8163-c1558c57227f https://share.transistor.fm/s/86a6d8e5 This week, AV and Peon explore their personal comfort zones to learn about their origins, how to break out of them, and how to apply these strategies as a person and player.

Socials:

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

Click here to watch My Smash Corner's video on Attack Canceling!

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> This week, AV and Peon explore their personal comfort zones to learn about their origins, how to break out of them, and how to apply these strategies as a person and player.

Socials:

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

Click here to watch My Smash Corner's video on Attack Canceling!

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Thu, 27 Dec 2018 21:30:00 -0800 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 4147 This week, AV and Peon explore their personal comfort zones to learn about their origins, how to break out of them, and how to apply these strategies as a person and player. This week, AV and Peon explore their personal comfort zones to learn about their origins, how to break out of them, and how to apply these strategies as a person and player. ultimate, smash ultimate, smash, super smash bros podcast, smash bros, esports, psychology, super, smash, brothers No 2-2: Facing the Community ft. CONEY 2 2 2 2 2-2: Facing the Community ft. CONEY full 520d74e8-0d40-41ac-9e57-bf2c8fb76045 https://share.transistor.fm/s/4ba5fa93 AV and Peon are joined by community mainstay CONEY! In this episode, we explore the historical development of the scene, what it takes to succeed at any iteration of Smash, and how we can change the future face of our events.

Socials:
CONEY:  @coneyzz

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> AV and Peon are joined by community mainstay CONEY! In this episode, we explore the historical development of the scene, what it takes to succeed at any iteration of Smash, and how we can change the future face of our events.

Socials:
CONEY:  @coneyzz

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

Click here to join our Discord!

Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Thu, 20 Dec 2018 12:00:00 -0800 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 4817 AV and Peon are joined by community mainstay CONEY! In this episode, we explore the historical development of the scene, what it takes to succeed at any iteration of Smash, and how we can change the future face of our events. AV and Peon are joined by community mainstay CONEY! In this episode, we explore the historical development of the scene, what it takes to succeed at any iteration of Smash, and how we can change the future face of our events. ultimate, smash ultimate, smash, super smash bros podcast, smash bros, esports, psychology, super, smash, brothers No 2-1: First Steps 2 2 1 1 2-1: First Steps full d7209581-4a37-4faf-9a08-2243a58cf6e7 https://share.transistor.fm/s/7cde84e9 In the first episode of Season 2, AV and Peon dive into their experiences with the game so far, impressions of characters/mechanics, and ultimately what the best practices are in the new game.

Socials:

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

Click here to join our Discord!

Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> In the first episode of Season 2, AV and Peon dive into their experiences with the game so far, impressions of characters/mechanics, and ultimately what the best practices are in the new game.

Socials:

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

Click here to join our Discord!

Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Thu, 13 Dec 2018 17:10:00 -0800 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 4588 In the first episode of Season 2, AV and Peon dive into their experiences with the game so far, impressions of characters/mechanics, and ultimately what the best practices are in the new game. In the first episode of Season 2, AV and Peon dive into their experiences with the game so far, impressions of characters/mechanics, and ultimately what the best practices are in the new game. ultimate, smash ultimate, smash, super smash bros podcast, smash bros, esports, psychology, super, smash, brothers No 1-15: Ultimate Launch Spectacular 1 1 15 15 1-15: Ultimate Launch Spectacular full cce9f407-ac08-4fd2-949a-d99a3d95309c https://share.transistor.fm/s/a5c94771 In the final episode of Season 1, AV and Peon celebrate the launch of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate.

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AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> In the final episode of Season 1, AV and Peon celebrate the launch of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate.

Socials:

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Thu, 06 Dec 2018 12:00:00 -0800 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 4281 In the final episode of Season 1, AV and Peon celebrate the launch of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. In the final episode of Season 1, AV and Peon celebrate the launch of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. ultimate, smash ultimate, smash, super smash bros podcast, smash bros, esports, psychology, super, smash, brothers No 1-14: Handwarmers ft. Dr. Cait McGee 1 1 14 14 1-14: Handwarmers ft. Dr. Cait McGee full 3ddb0f0b-1d2d-4c14-9184-7997aed1356e https://share.transistor.fm/s/f70b8911 This week, we are joined by Dr. Caitlin McGee, notable esports physical therapist. In this episode, AV and Peon try to keep up as she brings her extensive knowledge/experience about injury prevention, healthy practices, and overall wellness.

Socials:
Cait: @CaitMcGeePT

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> This week, we are joined by Dr. Caitlin McGee, notable esports physical therapist. In this episode, AV and Peon try to keep up as she brings her extensive knowledge/experience about injury prevention, healthy practices, and overall wellness.

Socials:
Cait: @CaitMcGeePT

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Thu, 29 Nov 2018 12:00:00 -0800 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 4242 This week, we are joined by Dr. Caitlin McGee, notable esports physical therapist. In this episode, AV and Peon try to keep up as she brings her extensive knowledge/experience about injury prevention, healthy practices, and overall wellness. This week, we are joined by Dr. Caitlin McGee, notable esports physical therapist. In this episode, AV and Peon try to keep up as she brings her extensive knowledge/experience about injury prevention, healthy practices, and overall wellness. ultimate, smash ultimate, health, smash, super smash bros podcast, smash bros, esports, psychology, super, smash, brothers No 1-13: Appreciation 1 1 13 13 1-13: Appreciation full 73c690bb-374f-4cb5-9437-b0c08c8187bf https://share.transistor.fm/s/b35f9417 For the show's Thanksgiving Special, AV and Peon talk about why it's important to be thankful and what they appreciate about different parts of the Super Smash Brothers community.

Socials:

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> For the show's Thanksgiving Special, AV and Peon talk about why it's important to be thankful and what they appreciate about different parts of the Super Smash Brothers community.

Socials:

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

Click here to join our Discord!


Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Thu, 22 Nov 2018 12:00:00 -0800 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 3433 For the show's Thanksgiving Special, AV and Peon talk about why it's important to be thankful and what they appreciate about different parts of the Super Smash Brothers community. For the show's Thanksgiving Special, AV and Peon talk about why it's important to be thankful and what they appreciate about different parts of the Super Smash Brothers community. ultimate, smash ultimate, smash, super smash bros podcast, smash bros, esports, psychology, super, smash, brothers No 1-12: Preparation 1 1 12 12 1-12: Preparation full f03a81b2-8c4e-4369-94c0-947c60c31c3d https://share.transistor.fm/s/b0096f66 Are you ready to take on any challenge? This week, AV and Peon talk about preparation, discussing the ins and outs of tackling bracket demons, matchups, and tournament anxiety.

Socials:

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

Click here to join our Discord!


Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Are you ready to take on any challenge? This week, AV and Peon talk about preparation, discussing the ins and outs of tackling bracket demons, matchups, and tournament anxiety.

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AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

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Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Thu, 15 Nov 2018 12:00:00 -0800 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 3381 Are you ready to take on any challenge? This week, AV and Peon talk about preparation, discussing the ins and outs of tackling bracket demons, matchups, and tournament anxiety. Are you ready to take on any challenge? This week, AV and Peon talk about preparation, discussing the ins and outs of tackling bracket demons, matchups, and tournament anxiety. ultimate, smash ultimate, smash, super smash bros podcast, smash bros, esports, psychology, super, smash, brothers No 1-11: Living the Game ft. Max Ketchum 1 1 11 11 1-11: Living the Game ft. Max Ketchum full 9fc85642-3a65-4b98-9dd9-6e6930f8a155 https://share.transistor.fm/s/53f12b47 This week, AV and Peon are joined by Max Ketchum, notable community figurehead, caster, competitor, and event organizer. In this episode, we showcase Max's evident devotion to the game to set a great example for making waves in your own communities.

Socials:
Max Ketchum: @MaxKetchum_

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

Click here to join our Discord!


Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> This week, AV and Peon are joined by Max Ketchum, notable community figurehead, caster, competitor, and event organizer. In this episode, we showcase Max's evident devotion to the game to set a great example for making waves in your own communities.

Socials:
Max Ketchum: @MaxKetchum_

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

Click here to join our Discord!


Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Thu, 08 Nov 2018 12:00:00 -0800 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 4493 This week, AV and Peon are joined by Max Ketchum, notable community figurehead, caster, competitor, and event organizer. In this episode, we showcase Max's evident devotion to the game to set a great example for making waves in your own communities. This week, AV and Peon are joined by Max Ketchum, notable community figurehead, caster, competitor, and event organizer. In this episode, we showcase Max's evident devotion to the game to set a great example for making waves in your own communities. smash, super smash bros podcast, smash bros, esports, super, smash, brothers No 1-10: Direct Breakdown 1 1 10 10 1-10: Direct Breakdown full 864f4080-d36e-4fd4-84a5-d8ca4d535780 https://share.transistor.fm/s/9e5a2e71 In their 10th episode special, AV and Peon spend an evening discussing the contents of the recent Nintendo Direct and the effects that it will have on you as a casual or competitive player.

Socials:

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

Click here to join our Discord!


Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> In their 10th episode special, AV and Peon spend an evening discussing the contents of the recent Nintendo Direct and the effects that it will have on you as a casual or competitive player.

Socials:

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

Click here to join our Discord!


Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Fri, 02 Nov 2018 12:00:00 -0700 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 4941 In their 10th episode special, AV and Peon spend an evening discussing the contents of the recent Nintendo Direct and the effects that it will have on you as a casual or competitive player. In their 10th episode special, AV and Peon spend an evening discussing the contents of the recent Nintendo Direct and the effects that it will have on you as a casual or competitive player. nintendo direct, Nintendo, smash, super smash bros podcast, smash bros, super, smash, brothers No 1-9: The Warrior's Path ft. SSBProTips 1 1 9 9 1-9: The Warrior's Path ft. SSBProTips full 791600fd-377d-4b9a-9f68-b392dd7acd24 https://share.transistor.fm/s/fd1313cc AV and Peon are joined by community veteran and content creator SSBProTips. In this episode, we learn about defining the path to greatness, how to walk it, and where we're often led astray.

Socials:
SSBProTips: @SsbProTips

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

Click here to join our Discord!


Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> AV and Peon are joined by community veteran and content creator SSBProTips. In this episode, we learn about defining the path to greatness, how to walk it, and where we're often led astray.

Socials:
SSBProTips: @SsbProTips

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

Click here to join our Discord!


Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Thu, 25 Oct 2018 12:00:00 -0700 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 3654 AV and Peon are joined by community veteran and content creator SSBProTips. In this episode, we learn about defining the path to greatness, how to walk it, and where we're often led astray. AV and Peon are joined by community veteran and content creator SSBProTips. In this episode, we learn about defining the path to greatness, how to walk it, and where we're often led astray. smash, super smash bros podcast, smash bros, esports, psychology, super, smash, brothers No 1-8: The Ultimate Speculation 1 1 8 8 1-8: The Ultimate Speculation full 689464b8-96d0-4bb4-a4a8-56222c629ee2 https://share.transistor.fm/s/ca4eeba5 AV and Peon put their thinking caps on to speculate about the changes that the upcoming Smash game will bring for you as a competitor, inside and outside the game.

Socials:

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> AV and Peon put their thinking caps on to speculate about the changes that the upcoming Smash game will bring for you as a competitor, inside and outside the game.

Socials:

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Thu, 18 Oct 2018 12:00:00 -0700 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 4586 AV and Peon put their thinking caps on to speculate about the changes that the upcoming Smash game will bring for you as a competitor, inside and outside the game. AV and Peon put their thinking caps on to speculate about the changes that the upcoming Smash game will bring for you as a competitor, inside and outside the game. smash, super smash bros podcast, smash bros, esports, psychology, super, smash, brothers No 1-7: Lose Yourself 1 1 7 7 1-7: Lose Yourself full e94ee753-7b3c-4df6-a988-5eea331b9310 https://share.transistor.fm/s/d4c9be67 What's so great about losing? AV and Peon talk about defeat, analyzing how to learn and grow from our lows to reach even higher highs.

Socials:

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> What's so great about losing? AV and Peon talk about defeat, analyzing how to learn and grow from our lows to reach even higher highs.

Socials:

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Thu, 11 Oct 2018 12:00:00 -0700 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 3480 What's so great about losing? AV and Peon talk about defeat, analyzing how to learn and grow from our lows to reach even higher highs. What's so great about losing? AV and Peon talk about defeat, analyzing how to learn and grow from our lows to reach even higher highs. smash, super smash bros podcast, smash bros, esports, psychology, super, smash, brothers No 1-6: Social Commentary ft. GPik 1 1 6 6 1-6: Social Commentary ft. GPik full b060da39-affb-4f57-a22b-e6a2c559a388 https://share.transistor.fm/s/2b19537f AV and Peon are joined by GPik, a commentator known for his work in Smash 4 and Rivals of Aether. This week, we break down what it means to be a good commentator, analyze the development of the craft, and connect it to the big picture.

Socials:
GPik: @GPikSmash

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> AV and Peon are joined by GPik, a commentator known for his work in Smash 4 and Rivals of Aether. This week, we break down what it means to be a good commentator, analyze the development of the craft, and connect it to the big picture.

Socials:
GPik: @GPikSmash

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Thu, 04 Oct 2018 16:45:00 -0700 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 4265 AV and Peon are joined by GPik, a commentator known for his work in Smash 4 and Rivals of Aether. This week, we break down what it means to be a good commentator, analyze the development of the craft, and connect it to the big picture. AV and Peon are joined by GPik, a commentator known for his work in Smash 4 and Rivals of Aether. This week, we break down what it means to be a good commentator, analyze the development of the craft, and connect it to the big picture. smash, super smash bros podcast, esports, gpik, psychology, super, smash, brothers No 1-5: Identity Crisis 1 1 5 5 1-5: Identity Crisis full fcc378d4-8ac9-4eb8-b963-9aefb4cec97c https://share.transistor.fm/s/ea9ee671 To what level does our personality cross over into our playstyle in game? AV and Peon uncover the key elements to analyzing the boundary between player and character.

Socials:

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> To what level does our personality cross over into our playstyle in game? AV and Peon uncover the key elements to analyzing the boundary between player and character.

Socials:

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Thu, 27 Sep 2018 12:00:00 -0700 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 3415 To what level does our personality cross over into our playstyle in game? AV and Peon uncover the key elements to analyzing the boundary between player and character. To what level does our personality cross over into our playstyle in game? AV and Peon uncover the key elements to analyzing the boundary between player and character. super smash bros, beyond the metagame, smash, ultimate, smash, brother, podcast, smash brothers No 1-4: No Tech Zone 1 1 4 4 1-4: No Tech Zone full 5af92eb8-f876-4c4e-8d89-c95069491dc8 https://share.transistor.fm/s/6c04ed44 How much should we practice on our own? How useful are advanced techniques? AV and Peon break down how to maximize your time to see results.

Socials:

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> How much should we practice on our own? How useful are advanced techniques? AV and Peon break down how to maximize your time to see results.

Socials:

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Thu, 20 Sep 2018 12:00:00 -0700 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) 4509 How much should we practice on our own? How useful are advanced techniques? AV and Peon break down how to maximize your time to see results. How much should we practice on our own? How useful are advanced techniques? AV and Peon break down how to maximize your time to see results. Super Smash Bros, podcast, tech, practice, skill, perfect pivot, ledge trump No 1-3: Learning to Learn ft. Jtails 1 1 3 3 1-3: Learning to Learn ft. Jtails full f1012008-e3fd-4cdc-8ec8-b39648a741fc https://share.transistor.fm/s/4dde8455 AV and Peon are joined by Jtails, expert smash competitor and teacher, who goes into depth on how to explore a new smash game.

Socials:
Jtails: @J1tails

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> AV and Peon are joined by Jtails, expert smash competitor and teacher, who goes into depth on how to explore a new smash game.

Socials:
Jtails: @J1tails

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Wed, 12 Sep 2018 22:40:00 -0700 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) 2912 AV and Peon are joined by Jtails, expert smash competitor and teacher, who goes into depth on how to explore a new smash game. AV and Peon are joined by Jtails, expert smash competitor and teacher, who goes into depth on how to explore a new smash game. Super Smash Bros, podcast, smash, Jtails, super, smash, brothers No 1-2: Burnout 1 1 2 2 1-2: Burnout full ce15a26c-c439-4f58-a482-e7c515feec2b https://share.transistor.fm/s/abdd952e AV and Peon discuss the concept of burnout in competitive smash. What is it, what causes it, and how can we prevent it?

Socials:
AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> AV and Peon discuss the concept of burnout in competitive smash. What is it, what causes it, and how can we prevent it?

Socials:
AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame

Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Wed, 12 Sep 2018 22:35:00 -0700 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV), Dane Hartog (Peon) 3428 AV and Peon discuss the concept of burnout in competitive smash. What is it, what causes it, and how can we prevent it? AV and Peon discuss the concept of burnout in competitive smash. What is it, what causes it, and how can we prevent it? super smash bros podcast, smash, ultimate, smash bros, competitive smash, smash bros No 1-1: Why We Smash 1 1 1 1 1-1: Why We Smash full 35fa1b8b-b724-44dd-b73e-d91b08ad50bf https://share.transistor.fm/s/3ae076bc Hosts Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) discuss the very basics in their pilot episode. Why do we play Super Smash Brothers?

Socials:

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame


Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Hosts Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) discuss the very basics in their pilot episode. Why do we play Super Smash Brothers?

Socials:

AV: @AVaidyanatha
Peon: @Peon_BTM
BTM: @beyondmetagame


Beyond the Metagame is a Super Smash Brothers podcast that deals with how to both improve and enjoy the game more without ever touching a controller. Every week, Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) tackle one important piece to the puzzle of maximizing your potential as a competititor, breaking down the importance of leveling up your mind and body in parallel with your in-game techniques. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ]]> Wed, 12 Sep 2018 21:00:00 -0700 Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) 2735 Hosts Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) discuss the very basics in their pilot episode. Why do we play Super Smash Brothers? Hosts Abhi Vaidyanatha (AV) and Dane Hartog (Peon) discuss the very basics in their pilot episode. Why do we play Super Smash Brothers? super smash brothers, beyond the metagame, peon, av, super, smash, ultimate, smash, brother, podcast No