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“Great podcast! Always thoughtful and entertaining.”
pikamookie via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/05/24
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“The format helps guests open up and become so much more genuine and Simon is a phenomenal interviewer.”
PureFazz via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
03/05/24
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“There aren’t enough superlatives to describe how amazing this podcast is. To hear the guests describe some of their favourite games whilst it is intertwined it with their career journeys and some life changing events make this a must listen. Simon is the perfect host, not afraid to ask the hard /...”Read full review »
lombers via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
02/11/24
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“For anyone interested in the big and small names who make up the gaming industry, this podcast is must! The console is just an excuse to talk about the guests’ stories.
Simon is a delight as always, and puts the cherry on top of everything!”
flensfrank via Apple Podcasts ·
Sweden ·
11/28/23
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“I love the format of asking people about their favorite games and actually learning about their lives as well. Interesting and unique, I highly recommend it!”
CyberneticGorilla via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/27/23
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“A wonderful show with a lovely premise. Simon is a brilliant interviewer, simultaneously balancing fun and natural conversation with meaningful, introspective questions. Excellent variety of guests.
My favourite new podcast of the year!”
Nate Drake via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
11/23/23
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“Absolutely one of my new favorite podcasts, I was looking for something exactly like this and it’s extremely well done. Great job!”
TomTheG via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/11/23
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“I tell everyone i can about this pod”
Erik Amd via Apple Podcasts ·
Sweden ·
09/05/23
“Basically Desert Island Discs for video games. I love hearing the stories of people who worked in the industry and the games that shaped their lives. The only problem is that at a rate of five games per week, there are far more recommendations than I could possibly play!”
J-Bozzle via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
07/13/23
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“A brilliant format- guests pick their best 5 games ever to creat their own personal ultimate console, complete with ((often)) VERB! NOUN!) title!
Come for the chat and games discussion; stay for the informative and uplifting anecdotes about life in the industry.”
pellihno via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
07/11/23
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“This podcast is at the height of information thankyou for making it and sharing! So much fun”
Charliyyyy via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/29/23
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“My first show was the Le Conte special - and I’ll be back. Really chilled talk about what makes gaming so special to so many people. Well done, hat tip Simon!”
MickyT77 via Apple Podcasts ·
Malaysia ·
06/28/23
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“This is a terrific podcast for people who like video games and interesting people. I have absolutely loved hearing the stories and enthusiasm of every single guest so far - and picked up a few hand recommendations along the way! Simon is a superb host, too. Do give it a listen”
Blaidd__Gwyn_JS via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/26/23
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“Such a great podcast! I love hearing people talk about their favorite games, super enjoyable”
T.Sandwich via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/26/23
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“This is a very well done podcast on video games, but it goes beyond that and the interviews are very interesting. The host asks great questions that lead to a concise biography of the guest and their history with games but other parts of their life as well. Highly recommended.”
ScribdSucks via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/18/23
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“Great conversations around life and video games. Simon has an absolutely pleasant way of interviewing his guests, it’s a joy to listen!
Thanks for this lovely podcast!”
Chef_strohbi via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
05/23/23
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“A really great selection of guests from a variety of backgrounds. Interesting questions from the host and the guests are always given space to give thoughtful answers.”
Hamrub via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/18/23
“Simon is the perfect host: well-researched, thoughtful and reactive when asking questions; and he’s lined up a really interesting string of guests. Great stuff!”
Cue-Ball Z via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/28/23
“I think the world is finally coming around to the fact that video games are as serious of an art form as our species has ever produced, and the fact that video games can make a profound impact on our lives. Or, more specifically, HAVE BEEN making a profound impact on our lives for decades, even...”Read full review »
Moby323 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/27/23
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“I recently saw this podcast recommended on a forum, I trundled off to investigate it and gave the Henk Rogers episode a go having just watched the Tetris movie.
Now having listened to a few and thoroughly enjoying them all, not having heard of some of the guests hadn’t stopped me lapping each...”Read full review »
hellbelly via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/27/23
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“Thoughtful conversations with a diverse, mature roster of guests.”
sadjeans via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/19/23
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“I’m a big podcast fan but for some reason I haven’t connected this format to my love of computer games before.
I’ve found each episode really interesting, with great guests, fascinating stories and the chance to reminisce over some of the best games of my youth.
Looking forward to series two!”
Walton4444 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/18/23
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“The guests are lovely, interesting people, but what I appreciate the most about this show is Simon’s interview style. He’s generous and kind, and asks great, well-informed questions. The format and premise of the show are brilliant, too. It’s about games, but it’s really about people—their...”Read full review »
arkhamyogurt via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/16/23
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“Featuring great guests and fascinating stories, this is a must listen for any video game fan.”
drlowdon via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/15/23
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“Fascinating guests and fantastic interviews.”
simpon the crewmate via Apple Podcasts ·
Sweden ·
04/15/23
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“Smart format and questions, great guests and some incredible stories! A new favourite podcast.”
DenizB via Apple Podcasts ·
Norway ·
04/14/23
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“An insightful premise leads to forthright and fascinating peaks into the lives of some wonderful guests. A true gem of a podcast that, while sticking to its 1 hour time-limit, offers nuggets of pure joy and perfectly captures the many reasons I love games myself and the impact they have on our...”Read full review »
David_Lynch via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/11/23
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“I downloaded this on a whim to hear the Phil Fish interview. Before I knew it, I was listening to Ashly Burch and Henk Rogers describe their perfect gaming console's games. This host is a fantastic interviewer and asks really insightful questions. Designing an interview around what is...”Read full review »
red.so.deep via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/09/23
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“Every gamer has their top 5 games, so it’s so amazing to hear these guests talk us through their life in terms of the games that they love.”
the dude who makes stuff via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
04/05/23
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“Great talks about the lives and events surrounding games, and how games change both those lives and the world. The guests all have a different perspective or different event to tell, and it’s good to listen to.
And yes, I also love the lists and want to play those games!”
DarkDylar via Apple Podcasts ·
Netherlands ·
03/30/23
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“A superb podcast featuring diverse guests and insightful interviews by Simon Parkin, one of the most respected video game journalists around. If thoughtful, personal discussions about games and what they mean to people on an emotional level sounds appealing, I massively recommend it!”
Piano novice 84 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
03/22/23
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“Definitely a delight to listen to. No knowledge of video games required.”
Hgfeubvfd via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/15/23
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“This is a fun spin on the usual “Discuss game developers story” format. Love the insight it offers!
A new favorite!”
Mushroomboy1022 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/07/23
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“Off to a very strong start. Good selection of guests so far too.”
TheAapert via Apple Podcasts ·
Netherlands ·
03/01/23
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“Excellent podcast, very informative and interesting. Highly recommended. Suggestion: list the games in the show notes.”
Nickname_the_movie via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
02/24/23
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“I’ve been a gamer since the Commodore 64 days so to get a podcast like this is awesome, would recommend to anyone who loves gaming and wants to hear a relaxed conversation on people’s gaming stories.”
Dude\../ via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/23/23
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“Finally a podcast about video games which is thoughtful, insightful, well-produced and enjoyable for a wide audience. Like others have said - Desert Island Games. New favourite podcast”
Jamie291076 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/09/23
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“A fantastic podcast, great guests and incisive questioning. A must-listen!”
AlexJones94 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/09/23
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“I feel like a traitor doing this, as one of my other favourite radio shows has long-standing beef with Simon ‘Parko’ Parkinson, but this is the fastest I’ve ever five starred a podcast. Simon is a wonderful interviewer, with an easygoing style, giving his guests plenty of space to share....”Read full review »
somnolentsurfer via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/07/23
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“Yeah, this fills a niche I hadn’t realised existed within me. Desert Island Games, but with the informal tone more akin to something like Off Menu. Really enjoyable. Strong recommend.”
retrofect jamie via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/07/23
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“Simon, I love your podcast. Arigatou gozaimasu.”
iLapin via Apple Podcasts ·
Switzerland ·
02/07/23
“Based on the first episode, really looking forward to this podcast! And by sheer serendipity, I had just finished and enjoyed Mr. Parkin’s book “A Game of Birds and Wolves,” when The Besties recommended this.”
FunkyWombat2 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/05/23
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“here on the behest of Chris Plante of The Besties. love the format, the thoughtful questions, and the snippets of video game music. looking forward to more!”
Ryan________ via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/03/23
“Such a joy to listen too -it’s great fun hearing about people’s gaming memories but also hearing their story and their passion. Simon does a great job interviewing his guests and the conversations feel natural and easy to listen too!”
Richieboylush via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/01/23
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“What a lovely podcast. Excellent format and just a nice conversation to listen into. Really looking forward to hearing more episodes each week. It’s also made me think of the 5 games I’d put in my perfect console. Well done, Simon.”
Ryan95850 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
01/29/23
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“Found this on twitter because the back page podcast guys had been discussing it. Great format and based off the first guest a very high standard of conversation to come!”
Gazaray via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
01/26/23
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“What a great idea- nice format, and Josh’s story is fascinating.”
Terrorhawks via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
01/24/23
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