In this episode of The Arias Journal Podcast, I sit down with game developer and designer Tiberias Nourouz-Smith for a deep dive into the world of indie game creation.

We explore the art of storytelling in games, the challenges and joys of game jams, and the delicate balance between creativity and marketing.

From mystique yokai-inspired narratives to the realities of developing and promoting your project, this conversation is a must-listen for aspiring developers, designers, and anyone passionate about the craft of game development.

This episode is sponsored by TuesdaySystems.net — a powerful alternative to Microsoft 365, Zoom, Google Docs, and more, built for creators, teams, and independents who want control, privacy, and productivity without the corporate overhead.

In this episode, I sit down with my best friend Max Bailon a bond forged back in the hallways of middle school and carried through football fields, sleepovers, late-night talks, and the slow grind of adulthood.

From awkward middle school memories to long-distance hangouts and a shared dream of visiting Tuvalu, this episode is a tribute to lifelong friendship.

Expect deep laughs, dumb confessions, and surprisingly heartfelt reflections on growing up, staying connected, and what it means to hold on to a friendship when life pulls you in every direction.

Whether you’re still close with your childhood best friend or wondering what happened to yours, this one’s for you.

Listen in. Laugh hard. Text that friend.

Sponsored by Vandrake & Halberd, Group. — Visit vandrakehalberd.global

In this episode of The Arias Journal Podcast, I sit down with Marcos Bailon, a father of five, a truck driver, and a voice from the working class, for an honest, unfiltered conversation about the state of the nation.

From the cultural divides shaping today’s politics to the struggles and values of everyday Americans, we dive deep into what the "State of the Union" really means beyond Washington's talking points.

Marcos shares his perspective on immigration, the economy, religion in public life, and what politicians are getting right and wrong about the people they claim to represent. This is an episode grounded in real life, not headlines.

This episode is proudly sponsored by Vandrake & Halberd Group, where smart investing meets global vision. They invest for you — they’re not a consulting firm. Visit www.vandrakehalberd.global to learn more.