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Beards, Cats and Indie Game Audio

Matthew Marteinsson
Game Audio
Sound Design
Indie Game Audio
Indie Games
Game Sound Con
Game Development
Airwiggles
Interactive Audio Montreal
Divinuet
Music Production
Montreal International Games Summit
Audiokinetic
Fish Game
Hidden Folks
Sucker Punch
Audio Design
Improvisational Combat
Audio Production
Parenting
Ghost Of Tsushima

A monthly podcast covering game audio development for indie games.

PublishesInfrequentlyEpisodes69Founded12 years ago
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Latest Episodes

I had been trying to line this one up for awhile and it was a great fun chat to finally have. And we went long! I hope you enjoy this fun talk I had with Elise Kates, a good game audio friend from down in Seattle.

As a note, I have adopted the new s... more

My second interview from GameSoundCon 2025. I sat down with Emily Meo and chatted about daily recordings and actually talked about our cats.

Back again for a new year. Our firsts episode of 2026 is with Rev. Dr. Bradley D Meyer. Last year at GameSoundCon I managed to sit down with Brad for a conversation. End of the day we sat down outside in a sort of quiet area and talked about game aud... more

It's a month late cause I got the worst flu ever but it's finally here! I had a great conversation with Mark Kilborn where we talked about classic sounds and retro games amongst other things.

As well, this will be the final episode for this year. I ... more

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Recent Guests

Elise Kates
Freelance sound designer and voice talent
Seattle-based freelance sound designer
Episode: Beards, Cats, And Indie Game Audio EP 68 - Elise Kates
Emily Meo
Sound designer with experience in AAA game development and indie projects
Arcane Austin, Retro Studios
Episode: Beards, Cats, And Indie Game Audio EP 67 - Emily Meo
Reverend Dr. Bradley D Meyer
Audio director at Sucker Punch with a 27-year career in game audio development.
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Episode: Beards, Cats, And Indie Game Audio EP 66 - Rev. Dr. Bradley D Meyer
Mark Kilborn
Audio Director at Certain Affinity
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Episode: Beards, Cats, And Indie Game Audio EP 65 - Mark Kilborn
Neha Patel
Freelance composer and sound designer, part-time audio director at a Montreal studio
Episode: Beards, Cats, and Indie Game Audio Podcast EP 63 - Neha Patel

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Matthew Martinson
Co-host and host of Beards, Cats and Indie Game Audio

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 38 ratings
  • Beards, cats and awesome discussion

    Great show for those in the industry and people interested in game audio. They give sound advice for beginners and pros alike. Pun intended.

    Keep up the awesome show!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Save roll
    Canada9 years ago
  • So, so great

    Top-notch conversation, top-notch audio-quality, top-knotch guys. I love this podcast so much, one of the highlights of my month.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    halfindie
    United States10 years ago
  • Seriously, the best.

    I wait every month for these guys to release a new episode. There are a few Game Audio podcasts out there, but none are as enjoyable to listen to as this one. Two awesome dudes who give great insight and advice on the industry and their experiences. I can't say enough. Keep it up guys!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    imatotaldude
    United States12 years ago
  • Such Meow

    Great fun! Fantastic podcast by passionate and interesting professionals. Highly recommended!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chard6
    United Kingdom12 years ago
  • Game audio funtimes

    Its nice that there's a podcast that covers alot about game audio and do take time to answer questions.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Grassrunner097
    United States12 years ago

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Many say it's a monthly highlight for industry-oriented listeners.
The cat-and-beards motif adds charm without compromising depth.
Listeners praise practical industry insights and real-world advice.
High production quality and engaging hosts are frequently noted.

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#187
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Beards, Cats, And Indie Game Audio EP 66 - Rev. Dr. Bradley D Meyer
Q: What advice can you give to figuring out what's most important when starting audio design?
Start by figuring out what the game is trying to accomplish and what the audio pillars should be, focusing on the most memorable and impactful sounds.
Beards, Cats, and Indie Game Audio Podcast EP 62 - Gordon McGladdery
Q: If you could eliminate one step in your sound design process, what would it be?
I wish side-chaining were faster to set up because I use it a lot in my mixing.
Beards, Cats, and Indie Game Audio Podcast EP 62 - Gordon McGladdery
Q: Is there a game you wish you could have been part of?
I appreciate games like 'Inside' and the 'Silent Hill' series, but I don't know if I would have changed anything if I worked on them, and I also question if I could commit to working on one game for so many years.
Beards, Cats, and Indie Game Audio Podcast EP 61 - Megan Carnes
Q: What would be some of your advice to somebody starting out on their game audio composition journey?
Meet people at your level, focus on networking with others also starting out instead of established figures.
Beards, Cats, and Indie Game Audio Podcast EP 61 - Megan Carnes
Q: How has making your own games helped you interface with developers?
Having game development experience helps me understand the needs of developers and communicate better.

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What is Beards, Cats and Indie Game Audio about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A monthly show focused on game audio for indie titles, featuring in-depth conversations with seasoned sound designers, composers, and audio directors. Episodes center on career journeys, practical workflows, and creative approaches to sound design, with frequent emphasis on collaboration, workflow hacks, and the realities of working in game studios. A notable charm is the recurring, lighthearted anecdotes about the hosts' cats and their passion for cats and indie games, which adds personality without sacrificing technical depth. The format tends to mix personal storytelling with actionable takeaways for professionals and aspiring audio designers in the game industry, making it a solid pick for listeners seeking industry-specific insights, c... more

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