Shop Talk is a collaborative video blog and podcast hosted by Calvin (NextGen Escape) and Jax (Crazy Squirrel Game Store). Based at the intersection of First and Nees in Fresno, California, the show offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at the "nerd-adjacent" business world.

By bridging the gap between a tabletop gaming retail hub and immersive escape room design, Shop Talk dives into the mechanics of running community-focused enterprises. The series serves as a transparent resource for entrepreneurs and fans alike, moving beyond the sales counter to discuss the real-world logistics of the industry.

Whether you are a fellow business owner, a local Fresno gamer, or a fan of immersive storytelling, Shop Talk provides an honest, unfiltered look at what it takes to turn a passion for play into a thriving local business.

Caves of Caneen Development

Designing the set for Caves of Caneen

Designing the set for Caves of Caneen

Calvin Kammer

It’s been a few months since Caneen has released, and as soon as it was being played we had to move onto the next room! That’s how it seems to...

Designing the set for Caves of Caneen

Calvin Kammer

It’s been a few months since Caneen has released, and as soon as it was being played we had to move onto the next room! That’s how it seems to...

Designing the Caves of Caneen

Designing the Caves of Caneen

Calvin Kammer

Designing escape games Between my wife and I, we now have about 10 years of combined experience making escape games. We’ve learned a lot from how we like our games...

Designing the Caves of Caneen

Calvin Kammer

Designing escape games Between my wife and I, we now have about 10 years of combined experience making escape games. We’ve learned a lot from how we like our games...

Story Design for Caves of Caneen

Story Design for Caves of Caneen

Calvin Kammer

This is the second post about our upcoming escape game, The Caves of Caneen. Check out the first post here! The Origin of the Story: The Story Origin The story...

Story Design for Caves of Caneen

Calvin Kammer

This is the second post about our upcoming escape game, The Caves of Caneen. Check out the first post here! The Origin of the Story: The Story Origin The story...

Caves of Caneen Anouncement

Caves of Caneen Anouncement

Calvin Kammer

This is the first post about our new escape game, Caves of Caneen! Welcome to the Caves of Caneen! Well, how did we get here?  This game has been about...

Caves of Caneen Anouncement

Calvin Kammer

This is the first post about our new escape game, Caves of Caneen! Welcome to the Caves of Caneen! Well, how did we get here?  This game has been about...