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Phillip Russell, Ben Thorp
Origin Story
Origin Story is a conversational podcast that interviews creators about their lives, their work, and what's fueling their creations. Hosted by Phillip Russell and Ben Thorp.
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Ratings & Reviews
5.0 stars from 34 ratings
As discussed in the episode with Austin Walker, it’s a bit of an austere era for games crit and games news media in general. That’s why I appreciated Phillip and Ben’s conversation with Austin: games exist in the world, and making those connections between themes, mechanics, and people can tell...Read full review »
kohlmannj via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 05/21/23
Great show!
Deep, interesting conversations. Great interviews!
Jay73227 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/07/22
These Boys Are So Hot
Ben & Phil are not only great interviewers and thoughtful people, they are also Grade A Hunky Beefcakes and I for one don’t understand why they aren’t Co-Presidents of the United States of America.
FrampkinsEMillem via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 07/28/22
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