Episode
364 - Brandon Sanderson Says Fantasy Must Move Past Lord of the Rings, Steam Machine Reservations Hit eBay, Sony Still Backs Live-Service Games | 29.06.26
- Podcast
- The Evening Buzz
- Published
- Jul 4, 2026
- Duration seconds
- 1250
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- https://theeveningbuzz.transistor.fm/272
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Summary
This episode covers Brandon Sanderson arguing that fantasy needs to stop copying Lord of the Rings, Steam Machine scalpers reselling reservation slots on eBay for inflated prices, and Sony Interactive Entertainment president Hideaki Nishino saying PlayStation still believes in live-service games despite recent setbacks. The Evening Buzz is an entertainment talk-show that focuses on local & international pop culture; movie and video game reviews, new weekly releases (on Netflix, Apple TV, and more). It keeps you updated with the latest in entertainment and gaming news. It's all you need to know in the internet culture trends. Presented by Mikail Atiyeh Friday till Monday from 8 - 9 PM GST in the UAE on 95.00 FM, online on our website: www.pulse95radio.com and www.sba.net.ae/en or via our App: Maraya App.