The Corpo and Streetkid

The Peralezes give us a call to handle a sensitive matter...and it's the call that unravels one of the darkest quests in Cyberpunk 2077. Brian and Liz dissect the mystery plaguing the couple and uncover a sinister plot to change who they are — from the inside out. 

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Welcome to The Corpo and Streetkid, a fan-made podcast about Cyberpunk 2077, the video game, where married couple Brian and Liz share their love and experiences f...

We're starting the next three episodes as armchair detectives. The first client is Jefferson and Elizabeth Peralez, trying to figure out how Mayor Rhyne died. Brian and Liz unpack this mystery from watching the BD of a potential assassin, trying to unmask the assassin's motives, where and why the Mayor was going to the Red Queens Race, and how V interacts with River Ward, NCPD detective, and potential romance interest.

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The last tour of Night City, Brian and Liz guide you through City Center, through Dino's quests, the random encounters, and the sights of the "heart" of Night City. Along the way, they dive into some bizarre and unexpected street encounters and reflect on the power, excess, and where the corpos sleep.

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Welcome to The Corpo and Streetkid, a fan-made podcast about Cyberpunk 2077, the video game, where married couple B...

It’s time to take a walk through Haywood—where the streets pulse with pride, grit, and a whole lot of heat. This is the home turf for the Valentinos and the ones who’ve learned to survive without corpo safety nets or netrunner privileges. From the tight-knit vibes of The Glen to the edge-of-chaos streets of Vista Del Rey, Brian and Liz guide you through the neighborhood that bleeds culture, history, and more than a little blood.

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On another ride through Night City, Brian and Liz take you on a drive through Pacifica, a territory in the southwest of Santo, and the Badlands. In version 1.0 of Cyberpunk 2077, this area was underdeveloped, featuring minor points of interest, with the largest of these playing a role in the main questline. Of course, in 2.0, there were some expansions, and in the Phantom Liberty expansion, it got a massive upgrade, but they’re cov...

Alright, so we’re on the next wild ride, and we’re the passenger in Kerry Eurodyne’s journey into finding his legendary status in Night City, and acknowledging his fear that one day, the city will forget him. After we’ve completed the concert, per Johnny’s request, Kerry has found V as a person he can call for help, no matter how squirrely it may be. Brian and Liz explore what V discovers, while Kerry, after Samurai, desperately tr...

It’s show time. Bringing Samurai back together for one more gig, it’s time for V to get the plan in motion. Brian and Liz discuss meeting Nancy (Bess Isis) to do her thing to find the time and place, while Kerry tries his best to reconcile with bandmates who have a somewhat dramatic past (toxic relationship vibes). Johnny attempts (and succeeds) to make this Kerry’s night to reignite a lost spark and possibly, to make amends for be...

In this episode of the Corpo and Streetkid Podcast, Brian and Liz talk about Johnny’s date with Rogue, which starts exciting but ends on a sour note. Then Johnny decides it's time to reconnect with his former bandmate, Kerry Eurodyne.  It all goes well, all things considered, and the band’s getting back together for one more gig.

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Johnny and Rogue’s Date: The highs and lows (a lot of lows) of Johnny’s date, a...

Brian and Liz walk through the mission that starts with Rogue’s lead on Adam Smasher. From the Afterlife to the docks, the action escalates with questions about Rogue’s true motives and murky past. This is the moment in the game that has a powerful emotional scene as Johnny and V visit the oil fields—one of the game’s most intimate and revelatory moments.

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• Rogue’s Secrets and Suspicion: The tension between Rogue and Joh...

Brian and Liz recount the aftermath of the Voodoo Boys arc, where a major relic malfunction forces Johnny to take control of V’s body. They explore the emotional weight of Johnny’s backstory, his motivations, and the evolving trust between V and Johnny. The conversation also sets the stage for the next main quest lines, opening pathways toward Hanako and the Phantom Liberty expansion.

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• Relic Breakdown: After collapsing ...

This episode continues the Pacifica storyline as V confronts the aftermath of the Grand Imperial Mall job and meets Brigitte, leader of the Voodoo Boys. Brian and Liz analyze the ethical tensions between NetWatch and the Voodoo Boys, the unexpected consequences of digital warfare, and the lore surrounding the netrunner legend, Alt Cunningham.

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• The Voodoo Boys' Ambitions: V is led into the Voodoo Boys’ dee...

This episode dives deep into the Pacifica quest within the main storyline of Cyberpunk 2077, following V's tense encounter with the Voodoo Boys and the unfolding betrayal at the Grand Imperial Mall. Brian and Liz explore power, culture, and trust dynamics in one of the game's most volatile districts, revealing hidden agendas and pivotal character choices.

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• Pacifica is Just Pacifica: V enters Pacifica and meets...

This episode takes Brian and Liz deep into Santo Domingo, one of Night City’s most complex districts in Cyberpunk 2077. Together, they explore the district’s key locations, quests, and characters, focusing on the fixer El Capitan and the heavy moral choices his gigs present. It’s a layered look at how setting, storytelling, and player agency intersect in meaningful—and often grim—ways.

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• El Capitan’s Role in Sa...

Brian and Liz explore the Badlands region of Cyberpunk 2077, focusing on its expansive and desolate landscape and unique storytelling. From fixer Dakota's soulful gigs to oddball desert encounters, they explore how the Badlands offer a completely different experience compared to Night City.

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• Dakota, the Fixer: Unlike any other fixer in Night City, Dakota brings spiritual depth, a calm demeanor, and a nomadic outsi...

It’s time to explore the wild side of love. Brian and Liz unpack Panam Palmer’s side questline in Cyberpunk 2077 and delve into the romantic pathway and the intricacies of her involvement with the Aldecaldos. Pivoting from the main story, they take a moment to cover Panam’s quest mechanics, character motivations, relationship evolution, and the impact of narrative design on player decisions and emotional engagement.

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Still riding the emotional train, Brian and Liz delve into the intricate journey of Judy Álvarez in Cyberpunk 2077, focusing on her grief, emotional walls, and the flawed but heartfelt plan to take back Clouds. They explore the aftermath of Evelyn Parker’s death, Judy’s deepening depression, and her increasingly desperate attempts to reclaim agency in a city that thrives on exploitation. 

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Brian and Liz continue Judy Álvarez’s questline in Cyberpunk 2077, focusing on the harrowing mission to rescue Evelyn Parker from the Scavs. They break down the stealth-heavy infiltration of the power plant in Rancho, the emotional moments with Judy, and the disturbing discoveries made along the way. This episode unveils Evelyn’s intricate backstory and the mysteries behind her tumultuous interactions with the Voodoo Boys. We can’t...

Brian and Liz kick off Judy Álvarez’s questline with a deep dive into the search for Evelyn Parker. V and Judy’s reluctant alliance leads through Japantown’s Clouds, unveiling the darker mechanics of the doll system and corporate control. Packed with heavy moral tension and character development, Brian and Liz dredge through one of the most emotionally charged arcs in the game.

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Returning to Goro Takemura, Brian and Liz dive into his motivations, loyalty, and shifting allegiances with the corporation and how they involve V. Ultimately, this conversation tries to unpack one of the most significant moments of the game: Trying to reach Hanako during the parade honoring Saburo Arasaka and convince her Yorinobu murdered the head of the family. They explore the complexity of Goro’s character and his pivotal role...