A WoW Podcast, Obviously

The Wildest WoW Scandal In Years

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Hey beautiful streamer, would you like to run a +23 with me? I'll bring Death Touch. Wild allegations have emerged about a GM using insta-kill tool Death Touch to help their favourite streamer time a +23 Nexus Point Xenas. Tali and Evi get to the bottom of this sordid story and sift through the week's news in WoW, including BlizzCon bundles, decor duels, and some goodies on the PTR.

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The Big Lore Fallout and Big New Rooms

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:30:00 GMT

A week on from the big Haranir lore reveal, we've had clarification from Blizzard devs and Tali is feeling – you'll never guess – smug. Also, new artisanal rooms will be coming in housing and – yes – changing everything.

It's another week in WoW! Come and join Tali and Evi as they break down the news, and then some.

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We Finally Got The 12.1 Lead-in Story and, Well...

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Apparently we are all one big happy family? Join Tali and Evi as they discuss this week's news in World of Warcraft, focusing on the new 12.1 lead-in story and the implications it has for elves, trolls, haranir, and the story going forward.

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Midnight's Very Strange Storytelling Decisions

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT

When we tell the story of World of Warcraft Midnight Patch 12.1, there's no need to tell all the bits in the right order. Or is there?

Join Tali and Evi as they break down the new short story "The Bitter Truth" – a brutal back-and-forth between Lorthemar and Torundo the Grizzled (or the Blood Elves and the Amani Trolls), discuss the news including Psybear's interview with Ion Hazzikostas, and share their ultimate pet peeve when it comes to audio stories.

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Camelot, Val, Zul'jan & Wowhead: Why (Some) People Are Unhappy

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 10:15:00 GMT

In this episode of the podcast, Tali and Evi dig into a few pain points that have emerged for the community recently, along with the current "anti-parent M+" discourse, their experiences with 12.0.7, and the 12.1 story currently on the PTR.

SPOILER ALERT: We discuss the 12.1 story in depth from 00:58:30 to 01:23:00, please avoid if you are spoiler-averse!

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Everything We Know About Curse of Ula'tek: First Reactions

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 09:45:00 GMT

As expected, Blizz announced Patch 12.1: Curse of Ula'tek on a Thursday night, so join us for this cheeky Friday morning roundup of all the news. Please note: spoilers abound!

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12.0.7 Is Coming and There Are Some Surprises...

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 08:30:00 GMT

12.0.7 Revelations is coming on June 16th and is not, in fact, delayed. Join Tali and Evi for a rundown of upcoming patch features, a discussion on the release schedule, and their usual roundup of their weeks in WoW.

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Oh No, We Have to Talk About Borrowed Power Again...

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 13:30:00 GMT

World of Warcraft Midnight Patch 12.0.7 is just weeks away, and Blizz have finally given us more information on the borrowed power system – the Omnium Folio. And guess what? The power "borrowed" from it it will last the whole of the expansion. Oh no –it's time to talk about borrowed power again! Plus all the other talking points for this week, with Tali and Evi.

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Oh Hey We Heard You Like Upgrading

Fri, 15 May 2026 11:45:00 GMT

In this episode of A WoW Podcast, Obviously, Tali and Evi recap their weeks in WoW, discuss the something-or-other Nilhammer and other new upgrade tracks, and share some news about upcoming events (Weekly Reset Live, anyone?) Join us for another chat session about another week in WoW.

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Why Blizz Mustn't Villain-Bat My Boy

Fri, 08 May 2026 09:30:00 GMT

Dear Blizz: please don't send our boy Zul'jan to the depths of Warcraft villainy. We know he's flawed – but that's why we love him.

We don't actually get to this part of the discussion until about an hour and a half in, to be honest. Until then, enjoy some chit-chats about our weeks in WoW, the state of the game, and then some.

Warning: this episode contains spoilers from the 12.0.7 PTR, please mute if you would rather not listen!

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Patch 12.0.7 and its Shadow

Tue, 05 May 2026 11:45:00 GMT

Tali and Evi were conveniently away at FanFest during the launch of Patch 12.0.7, so it's high time we caught up about it. Plus, the inevitable housing exteriors on the store (ugh, do we have to talk about that one?) Let's tear the bandaid off together in the latest episode of a WoW Podcast, Obviously.

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The Ten Year Anniversary Episode (Number 69!)

Tue, 05 May 2026 11:30:00 GMT

It's official, we've been on YouTube for TEN whole years now. What better way to celebrate than our sixty-ninth (nice) episode of this here podcast. Join Tali and Evi for some reminiscing and rejoicing as we walk through ten years of making World of Warcraft content online. Whew.

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Flex Mythic and Bonus Rolls – Is 12.0.5 the Most Accessible WoW Ever?

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 09:00:00 GMT

The 12.0.5 Midnight patch brings in loads of quality of life changes, from transmog to UI tweaks, but most notably introduces a Flex Mythic difficulty on the new single-boss Sporefall raid, along with a new bonus roll system for endgame loot. Is this the most accessible WoW has been? Join Tali and Evi as they chat through the forthcoming patch and share their first impressions.

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The Elf Reunification Discussion

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 08:45:00 GMT

Here we go. Many of us have had thoughts on the elf "reunification" storyline that neatly (or not-so-neatly) wraps up at the end of the main Midnight campaign. A Discourse(tm) has developed. Join Tali and Evi as they wade through the story delivery, the cinematic, and all its implications. Fair warning –things may get a bit heated.

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This Episode Contains Spoilers for the March on Quel'Danas Cinematic

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Did we mention This Episode Contains Spoilers for the March on Quel'Danas Cinematic? Well, it does – please listen at your discretion! Join Tali and Evi as they dive into the latest chapter of the campaign, the scenario, and of course *that* cinematic. Thoughts and opinions will be shared. And spoilers, of course.

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Did Blizz Mess Up M+ Or Is It The Best Ever?

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 10:45:00 GMT

Welcome to the golden early weeks of Season One. Are you feeling more geared than usual? Are you blasting through keys like a pro? This is not unintentional – but is it the right choice? Join Tali and Evi as they talk through the pros and cons of an "easy" opener to the first season of Midnight.

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Big Lore Big Nerfs Big Bugs – Season 1 Is Here

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 10:15:00 GMT

Season 1 is upon us! Are you ready? Are you min-maxxing? Are you geared appropriately? Or are you just enjoying the pristine vibes that Midnight has been serving us so far. Join Tali and Evi as they reflect on the start of the season, and what's still to come in Midnight.

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Midnight One Week In: Is It Any Good?

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 09:45:00 GMT

Midnight is officially one week old (including Early Access) – aww. Now is clearly the time to deliver some judgement. Join Tali and Evi as they talk through their launch experience, share their favourite (and least) favourite zones so far, and give a verdict on the first week of Midnight.

Please be aware that we talk about the levelling campaign in detail, so spoilers abound if you haven't done that yet!

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What is the True Face of Warcraft?

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Is it a screaming, desiccated dust child? Or a rainbow butterfly mount? Or is it – surprise – both, and everything in between? Tali and Evi dive into the continuing discourse around what WoW is, what it was, and what it should be. And they have some fun along the way, as always. Join us for another episode of a WoW Podcast, Obviously!

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Tick Tock! The Desperate Last Minute Changes to Midnight

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 10:15:00 GMT

In our 60th (!) episode of the podcast, Tali and Evi review some of the last-minute changes being pushed before Midnight launches in just a few weeks. There's also some discussion around the now-infamous Game Business Podcast with Holly Longdale and Ion Hazzikostas, the future of Warcraft as an IP and its audiences, and a quick look at the Midnight Collector's Edition.

This episode contains some swearing, FYI. Sorry not sorry!

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The Puzzling Decisions of the Midnight Pre-Patch...

Sun, 25 Jan 2026 11:15:00 GMT

Hey Midnight Pre-Patch, U OK? Today we are talking about some of the more puzzling updates to be hitting the build as the Midnight Pre-Patch goes live. Classes have changed dramatically. Abilities have been pruned. Devourer Demon Hunters are... fine. And no one can afford an outfit change (in this climate?!)

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Huge Last Minute Updates (Oh and Hi We Are Back)

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 09:45:00 GMT

We're back for 2026! Midnight Pre-Patch is NEXT WEEK and we have lots of updates to catch up on. Together. As usual.

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2025 - A WoW Year in Review

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 10:30:00 GMT

Undermine(d), K'aresh, Player Housing – was it actually a good year for WoW? We have some thoughts (as you might imagine.) Let's send off 2025 together with this look back on the year in our favourite virtual world.

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Housing Keeps Getting BETTER! But 11.2.7 Has Some Issues...

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 10:00:00 GMT

Do you like housing? We like housing. Let's talk about it – along with some issues patch 11.2.7 has brought up in the meantime. (Because yes, there's more to this patch than just housing.)

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The Countdown Begins! Will Midnight Be Ready?

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 09:45:00 GMT

Today we are talking about the newly-released release date of World of Warcraft Midnight, and whether that's a realistic goal. Meanwhile, add-on authors and working overtime. Join us as we ponder whether Midnight will be ready for its scheduled release.

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Let The (Midnight) Beta Begin!

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 10:30:00 GMT

It's the Beta and that means we are going to talk about the Beta, lots and lots. 11.2.7 has a release date, Midnight has a login screen, and oh yeah, there's the beta.

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We're Back! WAIT WHAT HAPPENED TO WOW?!

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 15:45:00 GMT

We are back from holiday and we've got lots to catch up on including BlizzCon news and speculation, Ion's very interesting Midnight interviews, Brutosaurs and the inevitable housing currency. Join us!

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Midnight Alpha, Legion Remix: It's Been a Busy Week in WoW

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 16:45:00 GMT

Midnight Alpha launches Phase 2, Legion Remix launches (with a hiccup here and there), and we have plenty of thoughts on this unseasonably busy week in WoW. Honestly you're lucky we're even podcasting today, back to it we go!

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You Never Thought We'd Get There! (A Special 50th Episode)

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 13:30:00 GMT

It's only taken us 10 years (well, two actually) – here is Episode 50 of the podcast for your listening pleasure. Featuring an Evi cosplay, a Tali cosplay attempt, and some WoW news too for a bit.

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Did We Fix Legion Remix or Are We Still Worried?

Sat, 13 Sep 2025 10:15:00 GMT

Is Legion Remix over before it even started, or has it been saved? Has Evi lost her gamer agility or did she just start on the highest Ky'veza difficulty (whoops)? Is the Brann Transmorpher Beacon the single scariest toy in retail (yes)? Join us for chitchat and WoW chat in our next episode.

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The Maria Hamilton Fireside Chat - Yrel & The Army of The Light

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 08:00:00 GMT

A WoW Podcast, Obviously is back! Today we will catch up on all things WoW and go over the Fireside chat we did with Maria Hamilton and Gabriel Gonzales at Gamescom

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The Midnight Clues...

Mon, 21 Jul 2025 08:00:00 GMT

Midnight is getting closer and we are getting more clues as to what it's all about... COMPUTER, ENHANCE!

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So, What Do We Think of the "Twist" in 11.2?

Thu, 10 Jul 2025 08:00:00 GMT

Get in loser, we are teaming up with Xal'atath

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Guess What We Are Talking About This Episode?! (It's 11.2)

Sat, 21 Jun 2025 08:00:00 GMT

World of Warcraft the War Within patch 11.2, Ghosts of K'aresh. The Ethereal / Dimensius patch we all expected is here! Oh wait.... you didn't expect it?

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Timegated to Death - Was 11.1.5 Worth The Wait?

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 08:00:00 GMT

FINALLY Dastardly Duos is here and ALL the content of World of Warcraft the War Within patch 11.1.5 is playable! Oh wait, what's that? It's not all playable yet? Oh.

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Is Timegating Content Back with 11.1.5?

Fri, 11 Apr 2025 08:00:00 GMT

World of Warcraft The War Within patch 11.1.5 is scheduled for release on the 22nd April! or at least, some of it is...

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Are Your Parses Good Enough To Listen to This Podcast? A WoW Podcast, Obviously Episode #37

Thu, 03 Apr 2025 08:00:00 GMT

Taliesin and Evitel are back with a WoW Podcast, Obviously! We talk parse addons, dungeon votes, and everything new in WoW (and maybe a catchup too)

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Did Blizz Mess Up Plunder AGAIN? Oh Hi We're Back

Fri, 17 Jan 2025 08:00:00 GMT

We are back for the first episode of a WoW Podcast, Obviously for 2025! Join us as we talk Plunderstorm and all the updates that are coming thick and fast for Patch 11.1, Undermine(d).

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Wait... WoW Is Good Again???

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 08:00:00 GMT

Everyone loves the War Within... OR DO THEY?

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Locus Walker is Khadgar from The FUTURE... A WoW Podcast, Obviously LIVE FROM GAMESCOM

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 08:00:00 GMT

Our live recording from Gamescom the day after Early Access released for the War Within. It was fun!

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WE ARE BACK! Cinematics, Prepatches, Gamescom

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 08:00:00 GMT

Yes Hello this is late we are catching up sorry :)

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Too Many WoW! Release Dates, Prepatch and Short Stories

Mon, 24 Jun 2024 08:00:00 GMT

In this episode T&E talk about the insane sprint to The War Within release date over the next couple of months, and Evi gives her offical book review of the Moira short story The Lilac And The Stone

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Let The Collectathon BEGIN! Alpha & Remix Talk

Sat, 18 May 2024 08:00:00 GMT

WoW Remix: Pandaria is here and the collectathon begins! What do you have your eyes on? And we'll look at War Within endgame too

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The Big Lore Drops in Dark Heart... Worlds Eaten, Cities Built in Patch 10.2.7

Thu, 09 May 2024 08:00:00 GMT

We talk the Dark Heart Harbinger quests, the arrival of Xal'atath and it's huge Ethereal lore drop. We also look at the other quests in 10.2.7 and the Whispers of Warning short story and discuss the rebuilding of Silvermoon and the new Dranei home city

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All Alpha All of the Time!

Thu, 18 Apr 2024 08:00:00 GMT

In this episode we talk about our trip to London for the War Within alpha reveal event and our favourite things about the alpha so far!

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It's PANDA Time! 10.2.7 Is... A lot

Thu, 11 Apr 2024 08:00:00 GMT

10.2.7 is on the PTR and we now know what the Pandamonium Timerunning event (now called Mists of Pandaria: Remix) is! So... what is it?

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The WoW TV Show, A.I. Armor Sets & MORE!

Thu, 04 Apr 2024 08:00:00 GMT

We are back! In this episode Taliesin and Evitel talk about John Hight's recent IGN interwiew in which we gives addresses Warcraft movies and TV shows, AI in WoW and why henry Cavill is too old to play Arthas (that's us that bring that upin fairness, not him)

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The Hearthstone Event Disaster, New Harder Dungeons & 10.2.6

Thu, 14 Mar 2024 08:00:00 GMT

Bored of Pirates now. Waiting for 10.2.6 news we talk about the unmitigated disaster that is the Hearthstone 10th anniversary event in WoW, the new changes to Mythic+ dungeons in Season 4 and more in the latest episode!

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The World Soul Saga World Revamp... Dan Olson Joins T&E!

Fri, 01 Mar 2024 08:00:00 GMT

Dan Olson (Folding Ideas) Joins as our special guest this week, talking all things WoW and giving his opinions on Dragonflight and The War Within

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Evitel's Lost Bet, Hearthstone, Pirates & New Books!

Thu, 22 Feb 2024 08:00:00 GMT

In this Episode Taliesin and Evitel talk about the upcoming Hearthstone event and rewards in WoW (a disc mount! A Khadgar style tabbard!), and take a sneak peak at two new books that have been revealed, the Voices Within and Warcraft Tarot.

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OK What On Earth is Going On With the Pirate Patch? | Episode #9

Fri, 09 Feb 2024 08:00:00 GMT

Holly put out a Blizzard blog post saying there would be no PTR for 10.2.6 and everyone seems very excited. What on earth is going on?!

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Garrett is Very Rude About WoW & The Trading Post | Episode #8

Mon, 05 Feb 2024 08:00:00 GMT

Join us for episode 8 of A WoW Podcast, Obviously with special guest Garrett Weinzierl (the other half of Tali's old WoWKiller podcast). He has... some things to say about the game. And so do we! With talk about the Trading Post, the upcoming 10.2.6 and the most humiliating thing that ever happened to Evitel, ever.

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Huge Blizzard Layoffs: 10.2.6 News May Have to Wait | Episode #7

Thu, 25 Jan 2024 08:00:00 GMT

This episode was supposed to be all about the upcoming World of Warcraft Dragonflight patch 10.2.6 and fun speculation about what piratey goodness it may contain. Halfway through the episode news broke of huge layoffs at Microsoft: 1900 jobs lost, mostly at Activision Blizzard King. It's not the most comfortable listening this week, I'm afraid.

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Endings, Beginning & Tears: Patch 10.2.5 | Episode #6

Thu, 18 Jan 2024 08:00:00 GMT

Patch 10.2.5 Seeds of Renewal is here and we spend the whole episode talking about it! The story, the cutscenes and the gameplay!

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Everyone is Angry: Boosts & Trading Post Rewards | Episode #5

Fri, 15 Dec 2023 08:00:00 GMT

In this episode, T&E talk through the big WoW discourse of the day - Warden armor sets and "raid ready" paid boosts. There's also a tangent into some oldey-timey Taliesin and Evitel relationship lore

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The Metzen Effect & The Magic of SoD | Episode #4

Fri, 08 Dec 2023 08:00:00 GMT

This week we talk about Season of Discovery, the Metzen Effect (tm) and why Azeroth looks like a troll.

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The Most Exciting Raid, The Newest City | Episode #3

Thu, 30 Nov 2023 08:00:00 GMT

We are ill but that's ok I don't think you can catch it over headphones. Please enjoy this latest episode in which we talk about the raid and Race to World First excitement, the new Night ELf city in Amirdrassil and chat about WoW stuff that we like

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Gilneas & The Big Secret Other Thing... | Episode #2

Thu, 23 Nov 2023 08:00:00 GMT

T&E celebrate Thanksgiving and talk about the 10.2.5 announcement, the end of Tyr's questline and the big secret WoW devs are keeping (but hinting at)

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Amirdrassil's Bad Raid Cinematics | Episode #1

Fri, 17 Nov 2023 08:00:00 GMT

T&E talk about their Blizzcon 2023 experience, the 10.2 Guardians of the Dream update and the new cinematics that everyone hates

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