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The Starting Zone: The World of Warcraft Podcast!

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Hosted by Spencer Downey & Jason Lucas, The Starting Zone is a Podcast about the people who play World of Warcraft. Whether you are a brand new player, a casual World of Warcraft player or a hardcore committed WOWHEAD, this is the show for you! Jason and Spencer have relevant yet entertaining conversations about the game while providing valuable information for all Players!

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#42
Episodes
764
Releases
Weekly
Typical length
1 hr 40 min
On air since
2009
Latest episode
23 hours ago

Episodes

764 episodes, newest first

  1. Episode #760: Forever Launch!

    Show notes

    Welcome to The Starting Zone Podcast, The World of Warcraft Podcast for New and Experienced Players!

    This week Spencer Downey and Jason Lucas discuss Warcraft Forever final notes, Talebound testing, Hotfixes and everything going on around Azeroth!

    Episode #760: Forever Launch! What's New this Week in World of Warcraft!

    •

    • Midnight Dungeon Event
    • PvP Brawl - Warsong Scramble
    • Mythic+ Affixes: Pulsar
    • Hallow's End - October 19th to November 2nd
    • Darkmoon Faire - November 1st to 7th

    Don't miss it Weekly Checklist

    • World Boss - Tidebound Grotto Lair - Nymrissa Wavecaller
    • Weekly from SIlvermoon, outside the Bank
    • Dungeon weekly from Halduron
    • Trailing Xal'atath from Vereesa in SIlvermoon
    • Aqir Invasions
    • Purging the Vaults
    • Vaults of Atal'Utek
    • Turn Back the Surge
    • World Events

    • Saltheril's Soiree in Eversong Woods
    • Abundance in all zones, with a rotating Abundant Harvest zone
    • Legends of the Haranir in Harandor
    • Stormarion Assault in Voidstorm

    Important Posts

    • Watch the World of Warcraft: Midnight Motion Comic, "Singularity"
    • Watch the WoW: Forever Short Story, "Unbowed"
    • World of Warcraft: Forever Goes Live Globally November 4!
    • TaleBound Demo
    • Explore the New Dungeons of World of Warcraft: Forever
    • Hotfixes
    • and much more!

    You can find us on Discord at The Starting Zone or email us at TheStartingZone@Gmail.com Have you heard about our Patreon? It's a great way to support the show and goes towards making more content for you! Check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/thestartingzone Looking for to grab some great TSZ merch? Look no further than here! We've got the shirts, hoodies, mugs, pillows even stickers you want!

    https://thestartingzone.dashery.com/

    1 hr 50 min
  2. Episode #759: Hallow's End is here!

    Show notes

    Welcome to The Starting Zone Podcast, The World of Warcraft Podcast for New and Experienced Players!

    This week Spencer Downey and Jason Lucas discuss Hallow's End updates, Forever name reservations, picking your hero and everything going on around Azeroth!

    Episode #759: Hallow's End is here! What's New this Week in World of Warcraft!

    •

    • Warlords of Draenor Timewalking
    • PvP Brawl - Shado-Pan Showdown
    • Mythic+ Affixes: Devour
    • Hallow's End - October 19th to November 2nd

    Don't miss it Weekly Checklist

    • World Boss - Tidebound Grotto Lair - Nymrissa Wavecaller
    • Weekly from SIlvermoon, outside the Bank
    • Dungeon weekly from Halduron
    • Trailing Xal'atath from Vereesa in SIlvermoon
    • Aqir Invasions
    • Purging the Vaults
    • Vaults of Atal'Utek
    • Turn Back the Surge
    • World Events

    • Saltheril's Soiree in Eversong Woods
    • Abundance in all zones, with a rotating Abundant Harvest zone
    • Legends of the Haranir in Harandor
    • Stormarion Assault in Voidstorm

    Important Posts

    • Midnight: 12.1.7 Echoes of the Worldcore PTR Notes
    • The Roleplay-PvP Ruleset is Coming to WoW Forever
    • Claim Your World of Warcraft: Forever Character Names
    • Create the Hero You Want to Be in World of Warcraft: Forever
    • Gather Around the Campfire in World of Warcraft: Forever
    • Explore the New Dungeons of World of Warcraft: Forever
    • WoW: Forever Meet the New Skyborne
    • Hotfixes
    • and much more!

    You can find us on Discord at The Starting Zone or email us at TheStartingZone@Gmail.com

    1 hr 32 min
  3. Episode #758: 12.1.7 On The Horizon!

    Show notes

    Welcome to The Starting Zone Podcast, The World of Warcraft Podcast for New and Experienced Players!

    This week Spencer Downey and Jason Lucas discuss the latest Modern WoW content update, who's mythic designed for? And everything going on around Azeroth!

    Episode #758: 12.1.7 On The Horizon! What's New this Week in World of Warcraft!

    •

    • Delves Bonus Event
    • PvP Brawl - Deepwind Dunk
    • Mythic+ Affixes: Voidbound
    • Hallow's End - October 19th to November 2nd

    Don't miss it Weekly Checklist

    • World Boss - Tidebound Grotto Lair - Nymrissa Wavecaller
    • Weekly from SIlvermoon, outside the Bank
    • Dungeon weekly from Halduron
    • Trailing Xal'atath from Vereesa in SIlvermoon
    • Aqir Invasions
    • Purging the Vaults
    • Vaults of Atal'Utek
    • Turn Back the Surge
    • World Events

    • Saltheril's Soiree in Eversong Woods
    • Abundance in all zones, with a rotating Abundant Harvest zone
    • Legends of the Haranir in Harandor
    • Stormarion Assault in Voidstorm

    Important Posts

    • Midnight: Echoes of the Worldcore Overview
    • Midnight: 12.1.7 Echoes of the Worldcore PTR Notes
    • WoW: Forever Meet the New Skyborne
    • WoW Forever Beta Development Notes – Updated October 15
    • Hotfixes
    • and much more!

    You can find us on Discord at The Starting Zone or email us at TheStartingZone@Gmail.com Have you heard about our Patreon? It's a great way to support the show and goes towards making more content for you! Check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/thestartingzone Looking for to grab some great TSZ merch? Look no further than here! We've got the shirts, hoodies, mugs, pillows even stickers you want!

    https://thestartingzone.dashery.com/

    1 hr 53 min
  4. Episode #757: The Promise of Tomorrow!

    Show notes

    Welcome to The Starting Zone Podcast, The World of Warcraft Podcast for New and Experienced Players!

    This week Spencer Downey and Jason Lucas discuss the 12.1.5 Release, the Forever Legacy System and everything going on around Azeroth!

    Episode #757: The Promise of Tomorrow! What's New this Week in World of Warcraft!

    •

    • Battleground Bonus Event
    • Pet Battle Bonus Event
    • PvP Brawl - Gravity Lapse
    • Mythic+ Affixes: Pulsar
    • UPCOMING: Hallow's End - October 19th to November 2nd

    Don't miss it Weekly Checklist

    • World Boss - Tidebound Grotto Lair - Nymrissa Wavecaller
    • Special Assignment World Quests
    • Weekly from SIlvermoon, outside the Bank
    • Dungeon weekly from Halduron
    • Trailing Xal'atath from Vereesa in SIlvermoon
    • Purging the Vaults
    • Vaults of Atal'Utek
    • Turn Back the Surge
    • World Events

    • Saltheril's Soiree in Eversong Woods
    • Abundance in all zones, with a rotating Abundant Harvest zone
    • Legends of the Haranir in Harandor
    • Stormarion Assault in Voidstorm

    Important Posts

    • Midnight: 12.1.5 Content Update Notes
    • Crafted Decor Cost Reduction in 12.1.5
    • Get to Know the World of Warcraft: Forever Legacy System
    • WoW Forever Beta Development Notes – Updated October 8
    • Hotfixes
    • and much more!

    You can find us on Discord at The Starting Zone or email us at TheStartingZone@Gmail.com Have you heard about our Patreon? It's a great way to support the show and goes towards making more content for you! Check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/thestartingzone Looking for to grab some great TSZ merch? Look no further than here! We've got the shirts, hoodies, mugs, pillows even stickers you want!

    https://thestartingzone.dashery.com/

    1 hr 40 min
  5. Episode #756: 12.1.5 October 13th!

    Show notes

    Welcome to The Starting Zone Podcast, The World of Warcraft Podcast for New and Experienced Players!

    This week Spencer Downey and Jason Lucas discuss the Wrath Remix game mode, Forever blogs, 12.1.5 has a release date and everything going on around Azeroth!

    Episode #756: 12.1.5 October 13th! What's New this Week in World of Warcraft!

    •

    • Mists of Pandaria Timewalking
    • PvP Brawl - Arathi Blizzard
    • Mythic+ Affixes: Pulsar
    • Brewfest - September 20th until October 6th
    • Darkmoon Faire - October 4th to 10th
    • Micro-Holiday: Great Gnomeregan Run -October 10th and 11th

    Don't miss it Weekly Checklist

    • World Boss - Nexus-Captain Leth'ir (Naigtal)
    • Special Assignment World Quests
    • Weekly from SIlvermoon, outside the Bank
    • Dungeon weekly from Halduron
    • Trailing Xal'atath from Vereesa in SIlvermoon
    • Purging the Vaults
    • Vaults of Atal'Utek
    • Turn Back the Surge
    • World Events

    • Saltheril's Soiree in Eversong Woods
    • Abundance in all zones, with a rotating Abundant Harvest zone
    • Legends of the Haranir in Harandor
    • Stormarion Assault in Voidstorm

    Important Posts

    • Midnight's 12.1.5 Content Update Arrives October 13
    • Forever Blog Roundup
    • Create a Name of Your Own in WoW: Forever
    • Get to Know the World of Warcraft: Forever Legacy System
    • Midnight: 12.1.5 PTR Development Notes
    • Hotfixes
    • and much more!

    You can find us on Discord at The Starting Zone or email us at TheStartingZone@Gmail.com Have you heard about our Patreon? It's a great way to support the show and goes towards making more content for you! Check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/thestartingzone Looking for to grab some great TSZ merch? Look no further than here! We've got the shirts, hoodies, mugs, pillows even stickers you want!

    https://thestartingzone.dashery.com/

    1 hr 31 min
  6. Episode #755: Talebound and Eclipse from Blizzcon!

    Show notes

    Welcome to The Starting Zone Podcast, The World of Warcraft Podcast for New and Experienced Players!

    This week Spencer Downey and Jason Lucas discuss the Midnight: Eclipse update, Talebound alternate playmode and everything going on around Azeroth!

    Episode #755: Talebound and Eclipse from Blizzcon! What's New this Week in World of Warcraft!

    •

    • World Quest Bonus Event
    • PvP Brawl - Deep Six
    • Mythic+ Affixes: Devour
    • Brewfest - September 20th until October 6th
    • Harvest Festival - September 21st until September 28th

    Don't miss it Weekly Checklist

    • World Boss - Imperator Pertinax (Val)
    • Special Assignment World Quests
    • Weekly from SIlvermoon, outside the Bank
    • Dungeon weekly from Halduron
    • Trailing Xal'atath from Vereesa in SIlvermoon
    • Purging the Vaults
    • Vaults of Atal'Utek
    • Turn Back the Surge
    • World Events

    • Saltheril's Soiree in Eversong Woods
    • Abundance in all zones, with a rotating Abundant Harvest zone
    • Legends of the Haranir in Harandor
    • Stormarion Assault in Voidstorm

    Important Posts

    • September Trading Post
    • Tales Take a Dark Turn in Midnight's Talebound
    • World of Warcraft: Midnight What's Next Panel Recap
    • Midnight: 12.1.5 PTR Development Notes
    • Hotfixes
    • and much more!

    You can find us on Discord at The Starting Zone or email us at TheStartingZone@Gmail.com Have you heard about our Patreon? It's a great way to support the show and goes towards making more content for you! Check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/thestartingzone Looking for to grab some great TSZ merch? Look no further than here! We've got the shirts, hoodies, mugs, pillows even stickers you want!

    https://thestartingzone.dashery.com/

    1 hr 40 min
  7. Episode #754: Warcraft Forever..Beta!

    Show notes

    Welcome to The Starting Zone Podcast, The World of Warcraft Podcast for New and Experienced Players!

    This week Spencer Downey and Jason Lucas discuss Warcraft Forever's panels and announcements, trinket tuning and everything going on around Azeroth!

    Episode #754: Warcraft Forever..Beta! What's New this Week in World of Warcraft!

    •

    • Arena Skirmish Bonus Event
    • PvP Brawl - Packed House
    • Mythic+ Affixes: Devour
    • Winds of Mysterious Fortune live until September 23rd
    • Brewfest - September 20th until October 6th
    • Harvest Festival - September 21st until September 28th

    Don't miss it Weekly Checklist

    • World Boss - Nexus-Captain Leth'ir (Naigtal)
    • Special Assignment World Quests
    • Weekly from SIlvermoon, outside the Bank
    • Dungeon weekly from Halduron
    • Trailing Xal'atath from Vereesa in SIlvermoon
    • Purging the Vaults
    • Vaults of Atal'Utek
    • Turn Back the Surge
    • World Events

    • Saltheril's Soiree in Eversong Woods
    • Abundance in all zones, with a rotating Abundant Harvest zone
    • Legends of the Haranir in Harandor
    • Stormarion Assault in Voidstorm

    Important Posts

    • September Trading Post
    • Midnight Season 2 Trinket Tuning – September 22
    • World of Warcraft: Forever What's Next Panel Recap
    • World of Warcraft: Forever Deep Dive Panel Recap
    • Midnight: 12.1.5 PTR Development Notes
    • Hotfixes
    • and much more!

    You can find us on Discord at The Starting Zone or email us at TheStartingZone@Gmail.com Have you heard about our Patreon? It's a great way to support the show and goes towards making more content for you! Check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/thestartingzone Looking for to grab some great TSZ merch? Look no further than here! We've got the shirts, hoodies, mugs, pillows even stickers you want!

    https://thestartingzone.dashery.com/

    2 hr 12 min
  8. Episode #753: Returned from BlizzCon!

    Show notes

    Welcome to The Starting Zone Podcast, The World of Warcraft Podcast for New and Experienced Players!

    This week Spencer Downey and Jason Lucas discuss their BlizzCon trip, Announcements, Experiences and everything going on around Azeroth!

    Episode #753: Returned from BlizzCon! What's New this Week in World of Warcraft!

    •

    • Cataclysm Timewalking
    • PvP Brawl - Classic Ashran
    • Mythic+ Affixes: Ascendant
    • Winds of Mysterious Fortune live until September 23rd
    • UPCOMING: Pirate's Day - September 19th
    • Brewfest - September 20th until October 6th
    • Harvest Festival - September 21st until September 28th

    Don't miss it Weekly Checklist

    • World Boss - Imperator Pertinax (Val)
    • Special Assignment World Quests
    • Weekly from SIlvermoon, outside the Bank
    • Dungeon weekly from Halduron
    • Trailing Xal'atath from Vereesa in SIlvermoon
    • Purging the Vaults
    • Vaults of Atal'Utek
    • Turn Back the Surge
    • World Events

    • Saltheril's Soiree in Eversong Woods
    • Abundance in all zones, with a rotating Abundant Harvest zone
    • Legends of the Haranir in Harandor
    • Stormarion Assault in Voidstorm

    Important Posts

    • September Trading Post
    • World of Warcraft at BlizzCon 2026 News Round-Up
    • World of Warcraft: Midnight What's Next Panel Recap
    • World of Warcraft: Forever What's Next Panel Recap
    • World of Warcraft: Forever Deep Dive Panel Recap
    • Midnight: 12.1.5 PTR Development Notes
    • Hotfixes
    • and much more!

    You can find us on Discord at The Starting Zone or email us at TheStartingZone@Gmail.com Have you heard about our Patreon? It's a great way to support the show and goes towards making more content for you! Check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/thestartingzone Looking for to grab some great TSZ merch? Look no further than here! We've got the shirts, hoodies, mugs, pillows even stickers you want!

    https://thestartingzone.dashery.com/

    2 hr 13 min
  9. Episode #752: Pre-BlizzCon Episode!

    Show notes

    Welcome to The Starting Zone Podcast, The World of Warcraft Podcast for New and Experienced Players!

    This week Spencer Downey and Jason Lucas discuss BlizzCon Predictions, Raid tuning, Much Drama, Hotfixes and everything going on around Azeroth!

    Episode #752: Pre-BlizzCon Episode! What's New this Week in World of Warcraft!

    •

    • Midnight Dungeon Event
    • PvP Brawl - Temple of Hotmogu
    • Mythic+ Affixes: Pulsar
    • Northrend Cup - August 25th to September 8th
    • Darkmoon Faire - September 6th through 12th
    • UPCOMING: Pirate's Day - September 19th

    Don't miss it Weekly Checklist

    • World Boss - Nexus-Captain Leth'ir (Naigtal)
    • Special Assignment World Quests
    • Weekly from SIlvermoon, outside the Bank
    • Dungeon weekly from Halduron
    • Trailing Xal'atath from Vereesa in SIlvermoon
    • Purging the Vaults
    • Vaults of Atal'Utek
    • Turn Back the Surge
    • World Events

    • Saltheril's Soiree in Eversong Woods
    • Abundance in all zones, with a rotating Abundant Harvest zone
    • Legends of the Haranir in Harandor
    • Stormarion Assault in Voidstorm

    Important Posts

    • September Trading Post
    • Missing Sparks of Tides - Updated September 2
    • Midnight 12.1.5 Overview: New Adventures Await
    • Sporebearer Fungal Strider Mount Coming in 12.1.5
    • BlizzCon 2026 Is Nearly Here: Watch Live, Earn Rewards, and More
    • Midnight: 12.1.5 PTR Development Notes
    • Hotfixes
    • and much more!

    You can find us on Discord at The Starting Zone or email us at TheStartingZone@Gmail.com Have you heard about our Patreon? It's a great way to support the show and goes towards making more content for you! Check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/thestartingzone Looking for to grab some great TSZ merch? Look no further than here! We've got the shirts, hoodies, mugs, pillows even stickers you want!

    https://thestartingzone.dashery.com/

    1 hr 54 min
  10. Episode #751: September Trading Post!

    Show notes

    Welcome to The Starting Zone Podcast, The World of Warcraft Podcast for New and Experienced Players!

    This week Spencer Downey and Jason Lucas discuss recent class and raid balancing, the September Trading post, bonus roll changes, Hotfixes and everything going on around Azeroth!

    Episode #751: September Trading Post! What's New this Week in World of Warcraft!

    •

    • Delves Bonus Event
    • PvP Brawl - Temple of Hotmogu
    • Mythic+ Affixes: Devour
    • Northrend Cup - August 25th to September 8th
    • Darkmoon Faire - September 6th through 12th

    Don't miss it Weekly Checklist

    • World Boss - Imperator Pertinax (Val)
    • Special Assignment World Quests
    • Weekly from SIlvermoon, outside the Bank
    • Dungeon weekly from Halduron
    • Trailing Xal'atath from Vereesa in SIlvermoon
    • Purging the Vaults
    • Vaults of Atal'Utek
    • Turn Back the Surge
    • World Events

    • Saltheril's Soiree in Eversong Woods
    • Abundance in all zones, with a rotating Abundant Harvest zone
    • Legends of the Haranir in Harandor
    • Stormarion Assault in Voidstorm

    Important Posts

    • September Trading Post
    • Fixing Misplaced Sparks of Tides - August 25
    • Raid Bonus Roll Update
    • BlizzCon 2026 Update from Ion Hazzikostas and Paul Kubit
    • Hotfixes
    • and much more!

    You can find us on Discord at The Starting Zone or email us at TheStartingZone@Gmail.com Have you heard about our Patreon? It's a great way to support the show and goes towards making more content for you! Check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/thestartingzone Looking for to grab some great TSZ merch? Look no further than here! We've got the shirts, hoodies, mugs, pillows even stickers you want!

    https://thestartingzone.dashery.com/

    1 hr 35 min
  11. Episode #750: Season 2 Raiding Begins!

    Show notes

    Welcome to The Starting Zone Podcast, The World of Warcraft Podcast for New and Experienced Players!

    This week Spencer Downey and Jason Lucas discuss the first week Season 2!

    Episode #750: Season 2 Raiding Begins! What's New this Week in World of Warcraft!

    •

    • Wrath of the Lich King Timewalking
    • Pet Battle Bonus Event
    • PvP Brawl - Cooking Impossible
    • Mythic+ Affixes: Voidbound
    • Northrend Cup - August 25th to September 8th

    Don't miss it Weekly Checklist

    • World Boss - Nexus-Captain Leth'ir (Naigtal)
    • Special Assignment World Quests
    • Weekly from SIlvermoon, outside the Bank
    • Dungeon weekly from Halduron
    • Trailing Xal'atath from Vereesa in SIlvermoon
    • Purging the Vaults
    • Vaults of Atal'Utek
    • Turn Back the Surge
    • World Events

    • Saltheril's Soiree in Eversong Woods
    • Abundance in all zones, with a rotating Abundant Harvest zone
    • Legends of the Haranir in Harandor
    • Stormarion Assault in Voidstorm

    Important Posts

    • August's Trading Post!
    • Altar of Fangs Adjustments - August 21
    • Item Adjustment Incoming - August 25
    • Hotfixes
    • and much more!

    You can find us on Discord at The Starting Zone or email us at TheStartingZone@Gmail.com Have you heard about our Patreon? It's a great way to support the show and goes towards making more content for you! Check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/thestartingzone Looking for to grab some great TSZ merch? Look no further than here! We've got the shirts, hoodies, mugs, pillows even stickers you want!

    https://thestartingzone.dashery.com/

    1 hr 47 min
  12. Episode #749: The Curse of Ula'tek Week One!

    Show notes

    Welcome to The Starting Zone Podcast, The World of Warcraft Podcast for New and Experienced Players!

    This week Spencer Downey and Jason Lucas discuss the first week of the new patch!

    Episode #749: The Curse of Ula'tek Week One! What's New this Week in World of Warcraft!

    •

    • Battleground Bonus Event
    • PvP Brawl - Warsong Scramble
    • Mythic+ Affixes: ?

    Don't miss it Weekly Checklist

    • World Boss - Nexus-Captain Leth'ir (Naigtal)
    • Special Assignment World Quests
    • Weekly from SIlvermoon, outside the Bank
    • Dungeon weekly from Halduron
    • World Events

    • Saltheril's Soiree in Eversong Woods
    • Abundance in all zones, with a rotating Abundant Harvest zone
    • Legends of the Haranir in Harandor
    • Stormarion Assault in Voidstorm

    Important Posts

    • August's Trading Post!
    • M+ Umbral Champion and Umbral Hero Scores (NA) – Final Update August 11
    • Season 2 Class Tuning Plans
    • Curse of Ula'tek Housing Updates: New Blueprints, Pets, and More Arrive for Your Home
    • Undertake Four New Endeavors in Your Neighborhood!
    • Check out the Housing Blueprints Forum Right Here
    • Fix your turn speed: /run SetCVar("turnspeed", 180)
    • Hotfixes
    • and much more!

    You can find us on Discord at The Starting Zone or email us at TheStartingZone@Gmail.com Have you heard about our Patreon? It's a great way to support the show and goes towards making more content for you! Check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/thestartingzone Looking for to grab some great TSZ merch? Look no further than here! We've got the shirts, hoodies, mugs, pillows even stickers you want!

    https://thestartingzone.dashery.com/

    1 hr 27 min
  13. Episode #748: 12.1 The Curse of Ula'tek is Live!

    Show notes

    Welcome to The Starting Zone Podcast, The World of Warcraft Podcast for New and Experienced Players!

    This week Spencer Downey and Jason Lucas discuss what to expect in pre-season week, Mythic 0's, Hotfixes and everything going on around Azeroth!

    Episode #748: 12.1 The Curse of Ula'tek is Live! What's New this Week in World of Warcraft!

    •

    • World Quest Bonus Event
    • PvP Brawl - Shado-Pan Showdown
    • Mythic+ Affixes: Ascendant
    • Micro-Holiday - Free T-Shirt Day - August 16th

    Don't miss it Weekly Checklist

    • World Boss - Nexus-Captain Leth'ir (Naigtal)
    • Special Assignment World Quests
    • Weekly from SIlvermoon, outside the Bank
    • Dungeon weekly from Halduron
    • World Events

    • Saltheril's Soiree in Eversong Woods
    • Abundance in all zones, with a rotating Abundant Harvest zone
    • Legends of the Haranir in Harandor
    • Stormarion Assault in Voidstorm

    Important Posts

    • August's Trading Post!
    • Recurring Partner Facility Hardware Issue
    • M+ Umbral Champion and Umbral Hero Scores – Updated August 4
    • Midnight Season 1 Ending and Season 2 Information
    • Curse of Ula'tek Content Update Notes

    • Keep Track of Potions, Trinkets and More with New User Interface Updates
    • Follow the Snakes

    • Hotfixes
    • and much more!

    You can find us on Discord at The Starting Zone or email us at TheStartingZone@Gmail.com Have you heard about our Patreon? It's a great way to support the show and goes towards making more content for you! Check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/thestartingzone Looking for to grab some great TSZ merch? Look no further than here! We've got the shirts, hoodies, mugs, pillows even stickers you want!

    https://thestartingzone.dashery.com/

    1 hr 34 min
  14. Episode #747: Curse of Ula'tek Goes Live August 11!

    Show notes

    Welcome to The Starting Zone Podcast, The World of Warcraft Podcast for New and Experienced Players!

    This week Spencer Downey and Jason Lucas discuss the Season Start, Pre-Season Week, the August Trading post, Hotfixes and everything going on around Azeroth!

    Episode #747: Curse of Ula'tek Goes Live August 11! What's New this Week in World of Warcraft!

    •

    • TURBULENT TIMEWAYS WEEK 6 - Dragonflight Timewalking
    • PvP Brawl - Gravity Lapse
    • Mythic+ Affixes: Pulsar
    • Trial of Style - August 1st to 8th
    • Darkmoon Faire - August 2nd to 8th

    Don't miss it Weekly Checklist

    • World Boss - Imperator Pertinax (Val)
    • Special Assignment World Quests
    • Weekly from SIlvermoon, outside the Bank
    • Dungeon weekly from Halduron
    • World Events

    • Saltheril's Soiree in Eversong Woods
    • Abundance in all zones, with a rotating Abundant Harvest zone
    • Legends of the Haranir in Harandor
    • Stormarion Assault in Voidstorm

    Important Posts

    • August's Trading Post!
    • Curse of Ula'tek Goes Live August 11!
    • Curse of Ula'tek: The Venomous Abyss Raid Goes Live August 18
    • The Shadows Deepen: Midnight Season 2 Begins August 18
    • Midnight: Curse of Ula'tek PTR Development Notes
    • Hotfixes
    • and much more!

    You can find us on Discord at The Starting Zone or email us at TheStartingZone@Gmail.com Have you heard about our Patreon? It's a great way to support the show and goes towards making more content for you! Check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/thestartingzone Looking for to grab some great TSZ merch? Look no further than here! We've got the shirts, hoodies, mugs, pillows even stickers you want!

    https://thestartingzone.dashery.com/

    1 hr 36 min
  15. Episode #746: The Season One Checklist!

    Show notes

    Welcome to The Starting Zone Podcast, The World of Warcraft Podcast for New and Experienced Players!

    This week Spencer Downey and Jason Lucas discuss the Season One Achievements going away, the Gameplay Incident, Hotfixes and everything going on around Azeroth!

    Episode #746: The Season One Checklist! What's New this Week in World of Warcraft!

    •

    • Weekly Event - Arena Skirmish Bonus Event
    • TURBULENT TIMEWAYS WEEK 4 - Burning Crusade Timewalking
    • PvP Brawl - Gravity Lapse
    • Mythic+ Affixes: Devour
    • Trial of Style - August 1st to 8th
    • Darkmoon Faire - August 2nd to 8th

    Don't miss it Weekly Checklist

    • World Boss - Nexus-Captain Leth'ir (Naigtal)
    • Special Assignment World Quests
    • Weekly from SIlvermoon, outside the Bank
    • Dungeon weekly from Halduron
    • World Events

    • Saltheril's Soiree in Eversong Woods
    • Abundance in all zones, with a rotating Abundant Harvest zone
    • Legends of the Haranir in Harandor
    • Stormarion Assault in Voidstorm

    Important Posts

    • July's Trading Post Ignites a True-Blue Celebration
    • [Updated 7/22] Join the Final Surge for Decor Duels
    • The Clock is Ticking on Midnight Season 1 Achievements and Rewards
    • Restorations of Hardcore Characters Lost to DDoS on July 21
    • Prohibited Gameplay Incident and Response
    • Midnight: Curse of Ula'tek PTR Development Notes
    • Hotfixes
    • and much more!

    You can find us on Discord at The Starting Zone or email us at TheStartingZone@Gmail.com Have you heard about our Patreon? It's a great way to support the show and goes towards making more content for you! Check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/thestartingzone Looking for to grab some great TSZ merch? Look no further than here! We've got the shirts, hoodies, mugs, pillows even stickers you want!

    https://thestartingzone.dashery.com/

    1 hr 29 min
  16. Episode #745: Dungeon Theory!

    Show notes

    Welcome to The Starting Zone Podcast, The World of Warcraft Podcast for New and Experienced Players!

    This week Spencer Downey and Jason Lucas discuss the 12.1 Mythic+ Dungeons Dev Blog, Hotfixes and everything going on around Azeroth!

    Episode #745: Dungeon Theory! What's New this Week in World of Warcraft!

    •

    • Weekly Event - Midnight Dungeon Event
    • TURBULENT TIMEWAYS WEEK 4 - Classic Timewalking
    • PvP Brawl - Deep Six
    • Mythic+ Affixes: Voidbound
    • Micro-Holiday: Auction House Dance Party - July 22nd

    Don't miss it Weekly Checklist

    • World Boss - Nexus-Captain Leth'ir (Naigtal)
    • Special Assignment World Quests
    • Weekly from SIlvermoon, outside the Bank
    • Dungeon weekly from Halduron
    • World Events

    • Saltheril's Soiree in Eversong Woods
    • Abundance in all zones, with a rotating Abundant Harvest zone
    • Legends of the Haranir in Harandor
    • Stormarion Assault in Voidstorm

    Important Posts

    • July's Trading Post Ignites a True-Blue Celebration
    • Midnight Season 2 Mythic+ Dungeon Philosophy and Design Goals
    • Midnight: Curse of Ula'tek PTR Development Notes
    • Hotfixes
    • and much more!

    You can find us on Discord at The Starting Zone or email us at TheStartingZone@Gmail.com Have you heard about our Patreon? It's a great way to support the show and goes towards making more content for you! Check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/thestartingzone Looking for to grab some great TSZ merch? Look no further than here! We've got the shirts, hoodies, mugs, pillows even stickers you want!

    https://thestartingzone.dashery.com/

    1 hr 50 min
  17. Episode #744: Quality of life incoming!

    Show notes

    Welcome to The Starting Zone Podcast, The World of Warcraft Podcast for New and Experienced Players!

    This week Spencer Downey and Jason Lucas discuss the 12.1 Quality of life blog, The upcoming Classic UI updates, Linking WoW with Discord? Current Hotfixes and everything going on around Azeroth!

    Episode #744: Quality of life incoming! What's New this Week in World of Warcraft!

    •

    • Weekly Event - Delves Bonus Event
    • Weekly Event - Pet Battle Bonus Event
    • TURBULENT TIMEWAYS WEEK 3 - Shadowlands Timewalking
    • PvP Brawl - Deep Six
    • Mythic+ Affixes: Pulsar

    Don't miss it Weekly Checklist

    • World Boss - Nexus-Captain Leth'ir (Naigtal)
    • Special Assignment World Quests
    • Weekly from SIlvermoon, outside the Bank
    • Dungeon weekly from Halduron
    • World Events

    • Saltheril's Soiree in Eversong Woods
    • Abundance in all zones, with a rotating Abundant Harvest zone
    • Legends of the Haranir in Harandor
    • Stormarion Assault in Voidstorm

    Important Posts

    • July's Trading Post Ignites a True-Blue Celebration
    • Item Levels Increasing in Midnight Season 2
    • User Interface Updates in Classic
    • Quality-of-Life Improvements Coming in Curse of Ula'tek
    • Link Your Battle.net Account to Discord in the Curse of Ula'tek Content Update
    • Midnight: Curse of Ula'tek PTR Development Notes
    • Hotfixes
    • and much more!

    You can find us on Discord at The Starting Zone or email us at TheStartingZone@Gmail.com Have you heard about our Patreon? It's a great way to support the show and goes towards making more content for you! Check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/thestartingzone Looking for to grab some great TSZ merch? Look no further than here! We've got the shirts, hoodies, mugs, pillows even stickers you want!

    https://thestartingzone.dashery.com/

    1 hr 34 min
  18. Episode #743: 12.1 New Rewards!

    Show notes

    Welcome to The Starting Zone Podcast, The World of Warcraft Podcast for New and Experienced Players!

    This week Spencer Downey and Jason Lucas discuss the 12.1 new Catalyst, new bonus rolls, new vault loot, current Hotfixes and everything going on around Azeroth!

    Episode #743: 12.1 New Rewards! What's New this Week in World of Warcraft!

    •

    • Weekly Event - Delves Bonus Event
    • Weekly Event - Pet Battle Bonus Event
    • TURBULENT TIMEWAYS WEEK 2 - Battle for Azeroth Timewalking
    • PvP Brawl - Packed House
    • Mythic+ Affixes: Pulsar
    • Darkmoon Faire - July 5th to 11th
    • Micro-Holiday: Luminous Luminaries - July 13th
    • PTR Raid Testing July 9th and 10th

    Don't miss it Weekly Checklist

    • World Boss - Imperator Pertinax (Val)
    • Special Assignment World Quests
    • Weekly from SIlvermoon, outside the Bank
    • Dungeon weekly from Halduron
    • World Events

    • Saltheril's Soiree in Eversong Woods
    • Abundance in all zones, with a rotating Abundant Harvest zone
    • Legends of the Haranir in Harandor
    • Stormarion Assault in Voidstorm

    Important Posts

    • July's Trading Post Ignites a True-Blue Celebration
    • Warcraft Short Story: "The Bitter Truth"
    • Midnight: Curse of Ula'tek PTR Development Notes
    • Hotfixes
    • and much more!

    You can find us on Discord at The Starting Zone or email us at TheStartingZone@Gmail.com Have you heard about our Patreon? It's a great way to support the show and goes towards making more content for you! Check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/thestartingzone Looking for to grab some great TSZ merch? Look no further than here! We've got the shirts, hoodies, mugs, pillows even stickers you want!

    https://thestartingzone.dashery.com/

    1 hr 44 min
  19. Episode #742: The 12.1 Hype Train!

    Show notes

    Welcome to The Starting Zone Podcast, The World of Warcraft Podcast for New and Experienced Players!

    This week Spencer Downey and Jason Lucas discuss the new fire festival events and rewards, Class tuning, Fireworks, Hotfixes and everything going on around Azeroth!

    Episode #742: The 12.1 Hype Train! What's New this Week in World of Warcraft!

    •

    • Weekly Event - Dragonflight Timewalking
    • PvP Brawl - Classic Ashran
    • Mythic+ Affixes: Devour
    • Midsummer Fire Festival - Live through July 4th
    • Fireworks Spectacular - July 4th
    • Darkmoon Faire - July 5th to 11th
    • PTR Raid Testing July 9th and 10th

    Don't miss it Weekly Checklist

    • World Boss - Nexus-Captain Leth'ir (Naigtal)
    • Special Assignment World Quests
    • Weekly from SIlvermoon, outside the Bank
    • Dungeon weekly from Halduron
    • World Events

    • Saltheril's Soiree in Eversong Woods
    • Abundance in all zones, with a rotating Abundant Harvest zone
    • Legends of the Haranir in Harandor
    • Stormarion Assault in Voidstorm

    Important Posts

    • Take a Midsummer Stroll Over to the June Trading Post
    • Showdown Reward Changes – June 26 and June 30
    • Class Tuning Incoming – June 30
    • Midnight: Curse of Ula'tek PTR Development Notes
    • Hotfixes
    • and much more!

    You can find us on Discord at The Starting Zone or email us at TheStartingZone@Gmail.com Have you heard about our Patreon? It's a great way to support the show and goes towards making more content for you! Check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/thestartingzone Looking for to grab some great TSZ merch? Look no further than here! We've got the shirts, hoodies, mugs, pillows even stickers you want!

    https://thestartingzone.dashery.com/

    1 hr 44 min
  20. Episode #741: 12.1 WoWCast Coverage!

    Show notes

    Welcome to The Starting Zone Podcast, The World of Warcraft Podcast for New and Experienced Players!

    This week Spencer Downey and Jason Lucas discuss Revelations first impressions, WoWCast from June 18th, some PTR, Hotfixes and everything going on around Azeroth!

    Episode #741: 12.1 WoWCast Coverage! What's New this Week in World of Warcraft!

    •

    • Weekly Event - Battleground Bonus Event
    • PvP Brawl - Southshore vs. Tarren Mill
    • Mythic+ Affixes: Devour
    • Midsummer Fire Festival - Live through July 4th

    Don't miss it Weekly Checklist

    • World Boss - Imperator Pertinax (Val)
    • Special Assignment World Quests
    • Weekly from SIlvermoon, outside the Bank
    • Dungeon weekly from Halduron
    • World Events

    • Saltheril's Soiree in Eversong Woods
    • Abundance in all zones, with a rotating Abundant Harvest zone
    • Legends of the Haranir in Harandor
    • Stormarion Assault in Voidstorm

    Important Posts

    • Take a Midsummer Stroll Over to the June Trading Post
    • Repeating Sporefall, Exploit?
    • Watch the Latest WoWCast and Learn About The Curse of Ula'tek
    • Midnight: Curse of Ula'tek PTR Development Notes
    • Hotfixes
    • and much more!

    You can find us on Discord at The Starting Zone or email us at TheStartingZone@Gmail.com Have you heard about our Patreon? It's a great way to support the show and goes towards making more content for you! Check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/thestartingzone Looking for to grab some great TSZ merch? Look no further than here! We've got the shirts, hoodies, mugs, pillows even stickers you want!

    https://thestartingzone.dashery.com/

    2 hr 2 min