Deep Listens
Deep ListensA bi-weekly video game book club that takes a deep look at one game every episode. We discuss the literary elements, philosophical ideas, and game design decisions that make games great while keeping things funny and friendly. Tune in for some close readings of your favorite games! Email us at deeplistenspodcast@gmail.com
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 300 | Founded | 11 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Video GamesGamesLeisure | |||
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This week Gino, Pete, and Em discuss Mixtape. We cover the game's coming of age story, amount of interactivity, and relatively low stakes story. We also discuss the wider discourse around the game and where we come down on the love/hate spectrum. We ... more
Now that Adam "Borgmaster" [REDACTED] is back, Off the Deep End can finish The Summer of Sting with Dungeon Travelers 2, a game that definitely won't get anyone here put on a list. Topics discussed include Sting's modern output up to the current day,... more
In this episode Gino, Pete, and Em discuss Zero Parades: For Dead Spies! We cover from the start of the real mission until the end of the game. Spoilers abound! Our topics include our favorite characters, the bleak tone of the game, and some ruminati... more
In this episode Gino, Pete, and Chris "ZombiePie" -REDACTED- discuss the 2026 NBA end of season awards and check in on their predictions. They also discuss their favorite teams' offseasons. Finally, they turn their attention to the absolute cinema th... more
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- Content I want from people who are alright
I appreciate the sheer amount of content that I can sit through since I listen to a lot of podcasts, but the rotating co-hosts can be either fine or annoying to listen to depending on who it is. Slightly harshly worded, but I still like listening to most of them.
Apple Podcasts4KodaGoat
United States5 years ago - A solid video game roundtable discussion podcast
What drew me to Deep Listens is how they handle their bigger games. Instead of having a number of episodes in a row deal with the same large game, they take breaks and revisit their progress every so often. For example their series on Final Fantasy XII started in September of 2018 and they've had two episodes on it since. Meanwhile they discuss all sorts of other games and they're often pretty insightful and explain their feelings and thoughts on games pretty entertainingly.
I also like how eac... more
Apple Podcasts4DoubleCakes
Canada8 years ago - Lovely show from lovely people
You know you can trust Gino as he's down on Super Mario Sunshine.
Apple Podcasts5Just another VikingUnited States9 years ago - Games!
The analysis is super interesting and the hosts are hilarious! Definitely a worthwhile listen!
Apple Podcasts5GillbertbeeUnited States11 years ago - Absolutely fantastic
I've been extremely impressed with this show so far, and I really hope it continues. I pretty much listen to every episode the day it comes out
Apple Podcasts5MeowymeowUnited States11 years ago
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What is Deep Listens about and what kind of topics does it cover?
A bi-weekly show that functions as a thoughtful, humorous video game book club. Episodes typically pair close readings of games with literary, philosophical, and game-design analysis, often interleaving design critique with accessible storytelling and banter. Guests range from journalists and developers to notable players, creating a mix of practical insights and cultural critique that appeals to listeners who want both depth and personality. The format is flexible across indie to mainstream titles, and the hosts' curiosity and friendly banter make it approachable for both hardcore fans and curious newcomers.
Noteworthy strengths include a commitment to deep, textual analysis of games (themes, mechanics, world-building) while keeping conve... more
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1. Chris ZombiePie
2. Jess VoidBurger O'Brien
3. Pete Busby
4. Gabriel Cantor
5. Em Palladino
6. Braden ArbitraryWater REDACTED
7. Em Paladino
8. Jeff Rood
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