Gaming Gaiden

Gaming Gaiden
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Gaming Gaiden is a podcast that uncovers the side stories of the video game world. From translation to journalism, from novelizations to musical composition, we're there to explore the wide & varied world of gaming.

  1. 03/24/2025

    S03E03: The EGM Compendium - An Interview w/EGM Editor Josh Harmon

    Join us for a conversation on the Electronic Gaming Monthly compendium with EGM editor Josh Harmon. We discuss the plans for the upcoming compendium & digital archive, covering related topics such as Sushi X’s real identity, Bubsy’s hairballs, and how EGM built the future that would eventually kill it.

    1h 33m

  2. 03/17/2025

    S03E02: On Yasuke: A Discussion with Author Walt Mussell & Filmmaker Floyd Webb

    In this episode, we discuss the history of Yasuke with our guests: author Walt Mussel and filmmaker Floyd Webb. We explore what we know and what we don’t know about this important historical figure.

    1h 12m

  3. 03/10/2025

    S03E01: Yoshiaki Ikeda, English to Japanese Translator

    In this episode, we interview Yoshiaki Ikeda, English to Japanese translator. He's worked on such games as Window Garden, Harvest Island, and Chained Echoes. We discuss his work on these games alongside other topics such as literal translation, Japan's adaptability, and what it means to be an "indoor kid."

    1h 16m

  4. 03/12/2024

    S2E10: Street Fighter 6 Impressions

    The Street Fighter series is the series that we both love most deeply ... and superficially! In this episode, we discuss our impressions of the most recent "sixth" installment in the series that shaped so much of our gaming lives! https://linktr.ee/gaminggaiden

    46 min

  5. 03/05/2024

    S2E09: RetrogradeTom, Twitch Streamer

    Join us for an interview with RetrogradeTom, Twitch streamer extraordinaire! Tom provides us with an interesting and honest perspective on the reality of working in the relatively recent field of streaming video games. From streaming with no mic to going full-time with sponsorships, Tom has seen quite a bit, and he shares it all here! Check out his Twitch channel here: https://t.co/iRPc9U4DZO OR if you prefer VODs, check out the YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@RetrogradeTom

    1h 18m

  6. 02/27/2024

    S2E08: Our Top Saturn Games

    Come join the lovefest for the 32-bit 2D powerhouse that was the Sega Saturn! We lament its position in the market, and move on to discuss our personal histories with the system and, of course, our favorite games! https://linktr.ee/gaminggaiden

    52 min

  7. 02/20/2024

    S2E07: Japan Foundation - A Talk with Lena & Meg

    We're joined this week by Megan and Lena, the current and former Associate Program Officers, respectively, for the Japan Foundation Los Angeles. This conversation covers an incredible breadth of topics including but not limited to: family histories, language learning, the definition of "anime," ethnic identity, the JLPT, and the failings of Japan's soft power campaign. Of course, this is all in addition to some very helpful grants that the Japan Foundation offers for Japanese language teachers: salary assistance & professional development. Be sure to check the JFLA website for more information: https://www.jflalc.org/grants-jle

    1h 14m

  8. 02/13/2024

    S2E06: The Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT)

    This odd beast of a test has loomed large in our minds for many years. While Mike is generally stuck on the intermediate plateau of N3, Andrew strives for N1. In this episode, we discuss our experiences and understanding of the test. We also discuss the test's "validity" as a language assessment and offer some advice for our fellow test takers. If only the test had more video game content ...

    1h 7m
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Gaming Gaiden is a podcast that uncovers the side stories of the video game world. From translation to journalism, from novelizations to musical composition, we're there to explore the wide & varied world of gaming.

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  • Creator
    Gaming Gaiden
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodes
    33
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Gaming Gaiden
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