<![CDATA[Do or Die Unzipped]]>Do or Die Unzipped pulls back the curtain on the real stories behind gaming communities, survival worlds, and the people who build them.

Hosted by the team behind the Do or Die community, this podcast goes beyond gameplay. We talk openly about DayZ, survival games, server life, events, wins, failures, and the challenges of running and growing a real community. From wild in-game moments and behind-the-scenes admin stories to mental health, friendships, burnout, and passion projects β€” nothing is off-limits.

This is raw, unfiltered conversation with no scripts and no fake hype β€” just real talk, laughs, lessons learned, and the occasional chaos that comes with survival gaming and community leadership.

Whether you’re a survivor, a server owner, a builder, or just someone who loves gaming culture, Do or Die Unzipped is where the community gets real.

🎧 New episodes drop regularly
πŸ’€ Built by the Do or Die community
🧠 Honest conversations. Real experiences. No filters.

]]>doordie.storeRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Thu, 28 May 2026 20:09:08 GMTWed, 14 Jan 2026 17:47:01 GMT60Do or Die<p><b>Do or Die Unzipped</b> pulls back the curtain on the <i>real stories</i> behind gaming communities, survival worlds, and the people who build them.<br /></p><p>Hosted by the team behind the <b>Do or Die</b> community, this podcast goes beyond gameplay. We talk openly about DayZ, survival games, server life, events, wins, failures, and the challenges of running and growing a real community. From wild in-game moments and behind-the-scenes admin stories to mental health, friendships, burnout, and passion projects β€” nothing is off-limits.<br /></p><p>This is <b>raw, unfiltered conversation</b> with no scripts and no fake hype β€” just real talk, laughs, lessons learned, and the occasional chaos that comes with survival gaming and community leadership.<br /></p><p>Whether you’re a survivor, a server owner, a builder, or just someone who loves gaming culture, <b>Do or Die Unzipped</b> is where the community gets real.<br /></p><p>🎧 New episodes drop regularly<br />πŸ’€ Built by the Do or Die community<br />🧠 Honest conversations. Real experiences. No filters.</p>episodicDo or Diedo.or.die.pve@gmail.comno<![CDATA[What's Next for Do or Die?]]>The conversation covers a range of topics, including the midweek blues, the upcoming Daisy World 1.29 announcement, excitement for new world teasers, dynamic weather, map-specific features, upcoming car wipe and server changes, and a discussion on fast food woes and the future of automation. The conversation covers community clean-up efforts, expanding services, new tools and features, partnerships and community support, upcoming events and an economy wipe, as well as server management and future plans.

Takeaways

  • Excitement for new Daisy World 1.29 announcement
  • Discussion on upcoming car wipe and server changes Community involvement in vehicle clean-up is encouraged
  • New tools and features are being added to improve server management

Chapters

  • 00:00 Midweek Blues
  • 09:27 Dynamic Weather and Map-Specific Features
  • 22:27 Fast Food Woes and Future of Automation
  • 29:05 Expanding Services
  • 41:29 Partnerships and Community Support
  • 55:39 Server Management and Future Plans
]]>fda270a1-b976-4204-874c-7f5acee582adWed, 20 May 2026 17:41:10 GMT<p>The conversation covers a range of topics, including the midweek blues, the upcoming Daisy World 1.29 announcement, excitement for new world teasers, dynamic weather, map-specific features, upcoming car wipe and server changes, and a discussion on fast food woes and the future of automation. The conversation covers community clean-up efforts, expanding services, new tools and features, partnerships and community support, upcoming events and an economy wipe, as well as server management and future plans.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Excitement for new Daisy World 1.29 announcement</li><li>Discussion on upcoming car wipe and server changes Community involvement in vehicle clean-up is encouraged</li><li>New tools and features are being added to improve server management</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Midweek Blues</li><li>09:27 Dynamic Weather and Map-Specific Features</li><li>22:27 Fast Food Woes and Future of Automation</li><li>29:05 Expanding Services</li><li>41:29 Partnerships and Community Support</li><li>55:39 Server Management and Future Plans</li></ul>no01:01:14What's Next for Do or Die?full<![CDATA[Something Big is Coming]]>The conversation covers a range of topics including server updates, new custom bases, Discord safety, admin access, treasure hunt, and the bounty system. Each chapter delves into specific aspects of these topics, providing valuable insights and information for the audience.

Takeaways

  • Server Updates
  • New Custom Bases
  • Discord Safety
  • Admin Access
  • Treasure Hunt
  • Bounty System

Chapters

  • 00:00 Server Updates and Changes
  • 06:35 Admin Access and Responsibilities
]]>dfb1cfeb-59b1-43d0-b549-6be2d5c1bac7Wed, 13 May 2026 20:26:34 GMT<p>The conversation covers a range of topics including server updates, new custom bases, Discord safety, admin access, treasure hunt, and the bounty system. Each chapter delves into specific aspects of these topics, providing valuable insights and information for the audience.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Server Updates</li><li>New Custom Bases</li><li>Discord Safety</li><li>Admin Access</li><li>Treasure Hunt</li><li>Bounty System</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Server Updates and Changes</li><li>06:35 Admin Access and Responsibilities</li></ul>no00:41:55Something Big is Comingfull<![CDATA[What are we doing?]]>The conversation covers the excitement around new assets and custom bases, as well as the discussion of dynamic weather and environmental effects in the upcoming game update. The conversation covers new features and updates in the game, survival and resource management, server availability, 24-hour battle royale server, Dare Isles 6.0 release, console tools and updates, acquisition of Discord builds and assets, and casual conversation with a music album release.

Takeaways

  • New assets and custom bases
  • Dynamic weather and environmental effects New features and updates in the game
  • Community engagement and feedback
  • Music album release

Chapters

  • 00:00 Dynamic Weather and Environmental Effects
  • 17:20 New Features and Updates
  • 23:09 Dare Isles 6.0 Release and Updates
]]>6b650b12-540a-4c25-947b-7f36810e1a11Wed, 29 Apr 2026 18:23:34 GMT<p>The conversation covers the excitement around new assets and custom bases, as well as the discussion of dynamic weather and environmental effects in the upcoming game update. The conversation covers new features and updates in the game, survival and resource management, server availability, 24-hour battle royale server, Dare Isles 6.0 release, console tools and updates, acquisition of Discord builds and assets, and casual conversation with a music album release.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>New assets and custom bases</li><li>Dynamic weather and environmental effects New features and updates in the game</li><li>Community engagement and feedback</li><li>Music album release</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Dynamic Weather and Environmental Effects</li><li>17:20 New Features and Updates</li><li>23:09 Dare Isles 6.0 Release and Updates</li></ul>no00:38:32What are we doing?full<![CDATA[Welcome Back! Big News]]>The conversation covers the frustration and annoyance of dealing with a tool acquisition dispute, as well as the excitement and plans for acquiring a new Discord server. It delves into the challenges and drama associated with acquiring and managing digital assets, as well as the potential for growth and expansion through new acquisitions. The conversation covers the topics of gaming exploits and glitches, as well as community engagement and events. It delves into the challenges and impact of new exploits and glitches in gaming, as well as the community's involvement in events and partnerships.

Takeaways

  • Dealing with acquisition and tool disputes
  • Acquiring a new Discord server Gaming exploits and glitches
  • Community engagement and events

Chapters

  • 00:00 Tool Acquisition Dispute
  • 16:51 Acquiring a New Discord Server
  • 30:49 Gaming Exploits and Glitches
  • 43:36 Community Engagement and Events
]]>ef3d3b17-a98d-440e-b4be-35328fb77fe0Thu, 23 Apr 2026 18:41:23 GMT<p>The conversation covers the frustration and annoyance of dealing with a tool acquisition dispute, as well as the excitement and plans for acquiring a new Discord server. It delves into the challenges and drama associated with acquiring and managing digital assets, as well as the potential for growth and expansion through new acquisitions. The conversation covers the topics of gaming exploits and glitches, as well as community engagement and events. It delves into the challenges and impact of new exploits and glitches in gaming, as well as the community's involvement in events and partnerships.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Dealing with acquisition and tool disputes</li><li>Acquiring a new Discord server Gaming exploits and glitches</li><li>Community engagement and events</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Tool Acquisition Dispute</li><li>16:51 Acquiring a New Discord Server</li><li>30:49 Gaming Exploits and Glitches</li><li>43:36 Community Engagement and Events</li></ul>no01:01:40Welcome Back! Big Newsfull<![CDATA[New Beginning]]>The podcast covers a range of topics including the launch of a new app, positive customer service experiences, the acquisition of a website and tool, the introduction of mod support and tools, challenges with Apple's review process, and an upcoming server wipe and PS5 giveaway. The hosts also announce a change in the podcast schedule to every other Wednesday, with longer episodes.

Takeaways

  • New podcast schedule
  • App launch challenges
  • Positive customer service experience
  • Acquisition of a website and tool
  • Introduction of mod support and tools
  • Challenges with Apple's review process
  • Upcoming server wipe and PS5 giveaway

Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction and Schedule Change
  • 08:28 Merchandise and Community Growth
  • 19:29 Server Support and Mod Tools
  • 32:20 Challenges with Apple
]]>184a1d55-e131-4c26-aae2-621b17df8835Wed, 25 Mar 2026 16:46:59 GMT<p>The podcast covers a range of topics including the launch of a new app, positive customer service experiences, the acquisition of a website and tool, the introduction of mod support and tools, challenges with Apple's review process, and an upcoming server wipe and PS5 giveaway. The hosts also announce a change in the podcast schedule to every other Wednesday, with longer episodes.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>New podcast schedule</li><li>App launch challenges</li><li>Positive customer service experience</li><li>Acquisition of a website and tool</li><li>Introduction of mod support and tools</li><li>Challenges with Apple's review process</li><li>Upcoming server wipe and PS5 giveaway</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction and Schedule Change</li><li>08:28 Merchandise and Community Growth</li><li>19:29 Server Support and Mod Tools</li><li>32:20 Challenges with Apple</li></ul>no00:39:00New Beginningfull<![CDATA[Do or Die Anything Goes]]>The podcast covers a range of topics including community engagement, server updates, economy adjustments, and upcoming events. It also highlights the PS5 giveaway, server milestones, and new features such as the custom world server and a new bunker. The hosts express gratitude for community support and participation, emphasizing the non-profit nature of the server and the reinvestment of all proceeds into server improvements and giveaways.

Takeaways

  • Community engagement and support are integral to the success of the server
  • Upcoming events and giveaways are designed to enhance the player experience
  • Economy adjustments and server updates aim to improve gameplay and balance

Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction and New Podcast Format
  • 06:09 PS5 Upgrade and Xbox Compatibility
  • 13:22 Feedback and Economy Adjustments
  • 24:35 New Bunker and Server Updates
  • 32:26 Server Testing and Upcoming Content
]]>75e3a2b0-f512-4932-9397-09c7c4ebdc1fWed, 11 Mar 2026 18:05:11 GMT<p>The podcast covers a range of topics including community engagement, server updates, economy adjustments, and upcoming events. It also highlights the PS5 giveaway, server milestones, and new features such as the custom world server and a new bunker. The hosts express gratitude for community support and participation, emphasizing the non-profit nature of the server and the reinvestment of all proceeds into server improvements and giveaways.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Community engagement and support are integral to the success of the server</li><li>Upcoming events and giveaways are designed to enhance the player experience</li><li>Economy adjustments and server updates aim to improve gameplay and balance</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction and New Podcast Format</li><li>06:09 PS5 Upgrade and Xbox Compatibility</li><li>13:22 Feedback and Economy Adjustments</li><li>24:35 New Bunker and Server Updates</li><li>32:26 Server Testing and Upcoming Content</li></ul>no00:39:36Do or Die Anything Goesfull<![CDATA[What it takes to run a server]]>The conversation covers the topics of running a successful server, enforcing rules, community engagement, and the cost of running multiple servers. It emphasizes the importance of community engagement, adherence to rules, and giving back to the community.

Takeaways

  • Running a successful server requires community engagement and adherence to rules
  • The cost of running multiple servers and the importance of giving back to the community

Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction and Podcast Format
  • 24:07 Community Engagement and Giving Back
]]>c449f430-5577-406c-98f9-2842fc7be860Wed, 04 Mar 2026 18:03:35 GMT<p>The conversation covers the topics of running a successful server, enforcing rules, community engagement, and the cost of running multiple servers. It emphasizes the importance of community engagement, adherence to rules, and giving back to the community.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Running a successful server requires community engagement and adherence to rules</li><li>The cost of running multiple servers and the importance of giving back to the community</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction and Podcast Format</li><li>24:07 Community Engagement and Giving Back</li></ul>no00:29:04What it takes to run a serverfull<![CDATA[Do or Die 1 Year Anniversary]]>The conversation covers the community milestones and growth, challenges in server management, and updates on map changes and game versions. It also delves into the impact of new game versions on server management and the community. The conversation covers the disparity in the availability of the next-gen update for DayZ between Xbox and PlayStation, as well as the success of the Overgrown server on Xbox, which has seen a significant increase in player count.

Takeaways

  • Community growth
  • Server management challenges Next-gen update for DayZ is only available for Xbox users, not PlayStation.
  • The Overgrown server on Xbox has seen a significant increase in player count.

Chapters

  • 00:00 Community Milestones
  • 21:15 Map Updates and Game Versions
  • 43:22 The Overgrown Server
]]>b3067df2-87e5-4e2d-b498-8f88758bc6edWed, 25 Feb 2026 18:55:56 GMT<p>The conversation covers the community milestones and growth, challenges in server management, and updates on map changes and game versions. It also delves into the impact of new game versions on server management and the community. The conversation covers the disparity in the availability of the next-gen update for DayZ between Xbox and PlayStation, as well as the success of the Overgrown server on Xbox, which has seen a significant increase in player count.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Community growth</li><li>Server management challenges Next-gen update for DayZ is only available for Xbox users, not PlayStation.</li><li>The Overgrown server on Xbox has seen a significant increase in player count.</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Community Milestones</li><li>21:15 Map Updates and Game Versions</li><li>43:22 The Overgrown Server</li></ul>no00:57:25Do or Die 1 Year Anniversaryfull<![CDATA[Do or Die What is a Full Wipe]]>The podcast episode covers the community's growth, server management, and the upcoming server wipe. It also delves into the impact of DDoS attacks, communication challenges, and the founding story of the server. The hosts discuss server preparation, security measures, and the introduction of new server features. The episode concludes with a preview of a song from the new album and a message of appreciation to the listeners.

Takeaways

  • Community growth
  • Server management

Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction and Community Appreciation
  • 05:05 Server Wipe and Clean-Up Process
  • 09:50 Frustration with Delayed Game Updates and Lack of Communication from Developers
  • 14:51 Server Ownership and Founding Story
  • 20:05 Server Communication and Management Challenges
]]>c55ddaba-a959-40ab-bfd0-e142e134f191Wed, 04 Feb 2026 18:27:45 GMT<p>The podcast episode covers the community's growth, server management, and the upcoming server wipe. It also delves into the impact of DDoS attacks, communication challenges, and the founding story of the server. The hosts discuss server preparation, security measures, and the introduction of new server features. The episode concludes with a preview of a song from the new album and a message of appreciation to the listeners.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Community growth</li><li>Server management</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction and Community Appreciation</li><li>05:05 Server Wipe and Clean-Up Process</li><li>09:50 Frustration with Delayed Game Updates and Lack of Communication from Developers</li><li>14:51 Server Ownership and Founding Story</li><li>20:05 Server Communication and Management Challenges</li></ul>no00:35:24Do or Die What is a Full Wipefull<![CDATA[Do or Die Life of an Owner]]>The conversation covers the introduction and teasers, a discussion about the new wildlife teaser featuring killer penguins, game update delays and speculations, a detailed exploration of a day in the life of a server owner, and server management challenges with a focus on community impact.

Takeaways

  • Server owner daily routine
  • Community management challenges

Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction and Teasers
  • 04:55 Game Update Delays and Speculations
  • 12:04 A Day in the Life of a Server Owner
  • 21:57 Server Management Challenges and Community Impact
]]>4839577d-ceb8-4adc-86fa-3e119f03c24bWed, 28 Jan 2026 17:49:59 GMT<p>The conversation covers the introduction and teasers, a discussion about the new wildlife teaser featuring killer penguins, game update delays and speculations, a detailed exploration of a day in the life of a server owner, and server management challenges with a focus on community impact.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Server owner daily routine</li><li>Community management challenges</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction and Teasers</li><li>04:55 Game Update Delays and Speculations</li><li>12:04 A Day in the Life of a Server Owner</li><li>21:57 Server Management Challenges and Community Impact</li></ul>no00:32:33Do or Die Life of an Ownerfull<![CDATA[Do or Die Journey ]]>The podcast covers the journey of 'Do or Die' and its community growth, the challenges of server management, the impact of a 12-hour charity stream, the birth of 'Do or Die', community expansion, server provider and community support, upcoming server changes and challenges, and future podcast topics and sign-off.

Takeaways

  • Community Growth
  • Server Management

Chapters

  • 00:00 The Journey of Do or Die
  • 06:06 Community Expansion and Server Challenges
  • 13:51 Server Provider and Community Support
  • 19:30 Upcoming Server Changes and Challenges
  • 32:45 Future Podcast Topics and Sign-Off
]]>4e238749-2e4b-4a6d-b171-52f94f50cc9bWed, 21 Jan 2026 17:47:02 GMT<p>The podcast covers the journey of 'Do or Die' and its community growth, the challenges of server management, the impact of a 12-hour charity stream, the birth of 'Do or Die', community expansion, server provider and community support, upcoming server changes and challenges, and future podcast topics and sign-off.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Community Growth</li><li>Server Management</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 The Journey of Do or Die</li><li>06:06 Community Expansion and Server Challenges</li><li>13:51 Server Provider and Community Support</li><li>19:30 Upcoming Server Changes and Challenges</li><li>32:45 Future Podcast Topics and Sign-Off</li></ul>no00:33:40Do or Die Journey full<![CDATA[Do or Die First Podcast]]>The conversation covers the introduction of the podcast, an overview of the server, community milestones, feedback, server events, features, player interactions, and server stories. It also delves into community engagement and the various features of the server, providing insights into the experiences and interactions within the gaming community. The conversation covers gameplay experiences, server rules and perks, vehicle management and maintenance, and upcoming game updates. It provides insights into the server's rules and perks for players, the management and maintenance of vehicles in the game, and the anticipation of upcoming game updates.

Takeaways

  • Community Engagement
  • Server Features Server rules and perks
  • Vehicle management and maintenance
  • Upcoming game updates

Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction and Server Overview
  • 05:17 Server Events and Features
  • 23:24 Player Interactions and Server Stories
  • 33:10 Upcoming Game Updates
]]>ddb8ad6a-2424-4fc0-a2ab-0215c4d98cf0Wed, 21 Jan 2026 16:21:25 GMT<p>The conversation covers the introduction of the podcast, an overview of the server, community milestones, feedback, server events, features, player interactions, and server stories. It also delves into community engagement and the various features of the server, providing insights into the experiences and interactions within the gaming community. The conversation covers gameplay experiences, server rules and perks, vehicle management and maintenance, and upcoming game updates. It provides insights into the server's rules and perks for players, the management and maintenance of vehicles in the game, and the anticipation of upcoming game updates.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Community Engagement</li><li>Server Features Server rules and perks</li><li>Vehicle management and maintenance</li><li>Upcoming game updates</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction and Server Overview</li><li>05:17 Server Events and Features</li><li>23:24 Player Interactions and Server Stories</li><li>33:10 Upcoming Game Updates</li></ul>no00:58:59Do or Die First Podcastfull