The Past Present Show | Damn Chicken, You Scary | Wednesday Aug 13th 2025
In this episode of The Past Present Show, hosts Ashton and Cassie dive deep—literally and figuratively—into the eerie world of horror gaming, personal phobias, nostalgic gaming memories, and their critiques of YouTube's potential ID Age Verification.
Game Spotlight: "Still Wakes the Deep"
- Cassie introduces the atmospheric horror game set on a oil rig, praising its Lovecraftian tone and strong character development.
Phobia Confessions
- Cassie reveals her unusual fears: birds (especially chickens) and mannequins.
- Ashton surprises listeners by admitting a fear of butterflies, sparking a humorous exchange about irrational fears.
Privacy Concerns: YouTube & ID Verification
- We discuss rumors of YouTube implementing ID verification, and it's role in a larger erosion of online privacy.
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