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Deep Listens

Deep Listens
Trek To Yomi
Skald: Against the Black Priory
National Football League
Mass Effect: Andromeda
Final Fantasy IV
Buffalo Bills
Thirsty Suitors
Anime
13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim
Cleveland Browns
Las Vegas Raiders
Berserk
Lost
New York Jets
Miami Dolphins
New England Patriots
D&D Gold Box Games
Golden Age Ultima
NFL
Akira Kurosawa

A 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

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes300Founded11 years ago
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In this episode Gino, Pete, and Em discuss Consume Me! We played a semi-autobiographical game made by one of Em's classmates from NYU that's a little bit Warioware, a little bit management simulation, and a lot of young adult issues. We discuss the g... more

In this episode Gino, Chris "ZombiePie" -REDACTED-, and Jeff discuss Chocobo Racing! We cover the game's odd placement in the pantheon of kart racers, it's ...unique controls, and it's distinct item system. This game also opens the Chocobo spinoff ga... more

The crew of Adam, Tyler, Jason, and Justin are back watching Stargate SG-1 with the episodes, "Need", "Thor's Chariot", "Message in a Bottle", and "Family". Join them as they discuss the consequences of our own actions, little grey men, nukes, child ... more

In this episode Gino, Pete, and Em discuss Level Devil. We cover whether the game is a kaizo or a rage game, how enjoyable the game is to play without an audience, and how much slapstick comedy is too much slapstic comedy. Is Level Devil a whoopie cu... more

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Recent Guests

David Shoy
Developer of the game Cycle
Cycle
Episode: Deep Interview: Talking Cycle With David "Shoy" -REDACTED-
Braden ArbitraryWater
Guest from the podcast Off the Deep End.
Off the Deep End
Episode: Episode 251: Silent Hill f With VoidBurger!
Jess O'Brien
Known as "VoidBurger," discusses the intricacies of the game and its themes.
Episode: Episode 251: Silent Hill f With VoidBurger!
Emrin Palladino
Mistress of Games, Co-host of Deep Listens
Deep Listens Podcast
Episode: Off the Deep End Episode 61: Lunar Dragon Song (Summer Kusolstice)
Jeff Rud
Known as Electric Viking, joining the podcast to discuss Canadian football.
Episode: Amateur Hour's CFL Primer
Billy Rothert
Original host and returning guest
Deep Listens
Episode: Episode 240: 10th Anniversary Show And Duke Nukem Forever!
Sid Menon
Member of the Bad Game Hall of Fame
Bad Game Hall of Fame
Episode: Off the Deep End Episode 54: Winter Kusolstice Grab Bag
Harley Copeland
Roommate and friend of the show
Episode: Deep Dives: Lost in the Sauce-Part 1

Hosts

Gino Grieco
Adam
Host of Chariots of the Pods
Pete Busby
Justin
Co-host of Chariots of the Pods

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 32 ratings
  • 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 Podcasts
    4
    KodaGoat
    United States4 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 Podcasts
    4
    DoubleCakes
    Canada7 years ago
  • Lovely show from lovely people

    You know you can trust Gino as he's down on Super Mario Sunshine.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Just another Viking
    United States8 years ago
  • Games!

    The analysis is super interesting and the hosts are hilarious! Definitely a worthwhile listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gillbertbee
    United States10 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 Podcasts
    5
    Meowymeow
    United States10 years ago

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The show is praised for its ability to handle both entertaining and more artsy games critically.
Listeners appreciate the long-lasting series on major titles without becoming drawn out, maintaining engagement.
Content is plentiful, but rotating co-hosts can vary in quality; overall enjoyable.
Mix of tones keeps the show interesting, though critical moments can sometimes feel overly negative.
Insightful and entertaining discussions with a nice balance of humor and critique.

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Start Your Engines! It's Time For Chocobo Racing!
Q: What is Chocobo Racing?
It's a kart racer with Final Fantasy characters and unique magical abilities from the game.
Deep Interview: Talking Cycle With David "Shoy" -REDACTED-
Q: How would you describe the workload of the actual making the game compared to sitting down and being like, I'm going to design a character today?
Shoy mentions he enjoys doodling character concepts and then considers what mechanics would complement those characters.
Deep Interview: Talking Cycle With David "Shoy" -REDACTED-
Q: What inspired you to create these characters?
David Shoy expresses that he wanted to unpack his personal grief, which influenced the emotional depth of the characters in Cycle.
Chariots of the Pods: Episode 5
Q: What are the implications of the NID?
The NID acts as a recurring villain, showcasing the contrast between Earth and its alien counterparts, and raises critical questions about ethics and power dynamics.
Episode 236: Spelunking In The Caves Of Qud
Q: How do you feel the friction makes a compelling gameplay loop and/or storytelling?
The hosts discuss how the game's difficulty and mechanics create interesting narratives and enhance player engagement.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Deep Listens

What is Deep Listens about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This series centers around video games, providing a distinctive book club-style analysis of one game with each episode. Engaging discussions not only cover the mechanics and design elements of the selected titles but also explore their literary and philosophical underpinnings. The hosts strike a balance between insightful critique and humor, making the conversations both entertaining and informative. Regular segments include discussions on gameplay experiences, themes within games, and the impact these games have on broader societal issues.

Particularly noteworthy is the format which encourages listeners to join in on the exploration of the games being discussed, fostering a sense of community among fans. This approach allows for deep dive... more

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2. Braden ArbitraryWater
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4. Emrin Palladino
5. Jeff Rud
6. Billy Rothert
7. Sid Menon
8. Harley Copeland

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