Giant Bombcast 923: Original Urkel
Jan 13, 2026
The conversation kicks off with some hilariously deep dives into Sektori, followed by nostalgic reminiscing about the best frog characters in gaming. Game highlights include the complex puzzles in Myst III, the thrilling gameplay of Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, and celebratory chats about completing Final Fantasy Tactics. The hosts tackle trending news, like Meta’s studio closures and rumors of upcoming game announcements. Plus, there's an entertaining email segment featuring whimsical hypotheticals that spark imagination!
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Make Nutrition Tracking Simple
- Use Lose It or an Apple Watch to track calories and macros instead of manually logging in spreadsheets.
- Scan barcodes or photograph meals to speed tracking and stay consistent.
Popeye Became The Star By Accident
- Mike Minotti explains Popeye began as a background character in Thimble Theatre before becoming the strip's main star.
- The hosts compare that to Steve Urkel, who similarly took over Family Matters after a single guest appearance.
Puzzles Reward Patient Observation
- Jan, Jeff, and Mike describe a satisfying Myst III moment where observation and physics converge to solve a puzzle.
- The hosts highlight how clues seeded early paid off in a big 'eureka' moment during the marble machine puzzle.
