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Extremely Casual Gamers - With Ellie, Chris & Guy

Ellie Harwood, Chris Key, Guy Mansell
Fortnite
Wellington Paranormal
Elden Ring
Video Games
Pokemon
Ghost Of Tsushima
Stardew Valley
It Takes Two
Pokémon
Dungeons & Dragons
Split Fiction
The Last Of Us
Helldivers 2
Minecraft
Playstation 2
The Sims
Tales Of the Shire
Grand Theft Auto 6
Cyberpunk
Call Of Duty

A weekly casual gaming podcast for the everyday gamer. Hosted by mobile gamer Ellie Harwood. Featuring big game trophy hunter Chris Key. And Mr gives-up-halfway-through gamer, Guy Mansell.

Throw in a dash of gaming news, personal reviews and you've got the ECG Podcast.

This is a Frank Podcast.

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PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes221Founded3 years ago
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ComedyLeisureVideo Games

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Latest Episodes

On the show today - the team have a Teeto giveaway to celebrate the fact all three of them feature in the game. Conspiracy theories are thrown around when it comes to games being "leaked". And after weeks of teasing, Guy finally showcases his D&D cha... more

On today’s bonus episode of ECG, long time listener Shon poses the question; “what video game character would you NOT want to bump into on holiday?

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On this week’s episode of ECG, we share some exciting news about a new video game... featuring us! Well, our voices...

Pugs is back and wants to know how you'd make a cocktail based off a video game character, and Chris delivers some hilarious anecdo... more

On Today's bonus episode of ECG, Ellie asks the question; "What are some old games you never played back in the day, but have played recently and are now like ohhhh I get it now"

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Recent Guests

Jay Pistol
JP, producer
Extremely Casual Gamers
Episode: DLC - Ellie has Worms
Jez Piss
President Jez Piss
Unclear from transcript
Episode: DLC - Ellie has Worms
Jared Pickstock
Producer JP, joining as the dungeon master for the ECG D&D experience
The Jizz Pistol
Episode: Episode 138 - The Jizz Pistol
Breeze Cherry
Mum, Ready Gamer Mum, featured in related media
Ready Gamer Mum
Episode: DLC - CyberBreaker869
James Pugley
Guest on the DLC episode, Yu-Gi-Oh collector and hobbyist participant in the unpacking and discussion segment
Episode: DLC - Would You Rather, R18 Edition
James Pugsley
Guest, aka Pugs, guest speaker and co-host fill-in
Episode: Episode 134 - 3:1 Booger ratio
Bree Tomasell
Guest, host on Celebrity Treasure Islands
Celebrity Treasure Islands
Episode: DLC - Assembling the Perfect Game Show Team
Bree Tomasel
Host of Celebrity Treasure Island
Celebrity Treasure Island (NZ)
Episode: Episode 130 - The Girls are On! (including Guy)
Ross Goldby
Listener guest, also known as SoryaBlog, Irish-based gamer
Independent listener
Episode: Episode 120 - Tale of the Whale Teeth Smugglers

Hosts

Ellie Harwood
Host of ECG with broad gaming interests and community focus
Chris Key
Co-host contributing gaming insights and reactions
Guy Mansell
Co-host providing banter and gaming perspectives

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 295 ratings
  • It’s gaming…but so much more!

    Ellie, Chris, and Guy make this the best. It’s a show for people who play games sometimes. It’s a show for people who play games a lot. It’s a show for people who like the idea of playing games but get distracted and do other things instead. It’s a show for people who might remember playing games back in the day. Mostly, it’s a show for people who enjoy some friends having a fun conversation about anything from what they did last week to contemplating totally outlandish hypotheticals (that often... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Grammar J.
    United States18 days ago
  • Great podcast

    Absolutely love this podcast! Listened to every episode (more than once) and it’s always great. Always look forward to the next episode

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KerryI94
    United Kingdom25 days ago
  • Great podcast

    Just listened to every episode and now I’m sad 🥲 I have to wait weekly for releases. That’s my only problem, I wish there was more than one a week!!love you guys!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Baileywillishell
    New Zealand7 months ago
  • Great podcast 😛

    Legendary podcast love listening to them yarn about random stuff. Love the antidotes haha x

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    old.mate_
    New Zealanda year ago
  • Awesome

    Amazing podcast! It is super entertaining and fun!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Akatoriz
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

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Casual and relatable gamers with friendly vibe and strong group chemistry.
Listener interaction and community feel are standout strengths.
Great for listeners who want gaming talk without heavy critique or pretension.
NZ-centric humor and warmth make it easy to binge.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#211
Australia/Leisure/Video Games
Apple Podcasts
#10
New Zealand/Leisure/Video Games
Apple Podcasts
#48
Denmark/Leisure/Video Games
Apple Podcasts
#63
New Zealand/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#85
Poland/Leisure/Video Games
Apple Podcasts
#191
Poland/Leisure

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 134 - 3:1 Booger ratio
Q: Why write a Bloodborne speech for Ellie?
To show a playful, performative angle where public speaking skill meets gaming passion, and to explore whether Ellie could be convinced to try Bloodborne despite initial hesitation.
Episode 115 - Snack bracket admin
Q: Are you going to do that?
Yeah, I mean, I guess it's just a... This is what I want to discuss.
Episode 113 - Sam grew up poor
Q: How do you guys feel about the closing down of physical gaming stores?
It is a bit sad, because it means gaming is becoming very much digital, and the culture of going to the store is fading away.
DLC - Nolan North
Q: What draws you to the darker characters?
North enjoys the opportunity to explore complex characters, arguing that playing villains allows for a deeper performance that doesn't shy away from their actions.
DLC - Nolan North
Q: How did you get into voice acting in the first place?
After a shoulder injury ended his baseball dreams, North took an acting class and eventually ventured into voice acting, encouraged by a friend's agent and his wife.

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This show offers casual, humorous conversations around video games, gaming culture, and everyday life with a warm, community-driven vibe. Episodes mix light tech news, nostalgia, and personal anecdotes with frequent banter, guest appearances, and interactive segments that invite listener participation. The trio's chemistry—characterized by playful banter, shared memories, and broad gaming interests—helps make complex topics approachable for a broad gaming audience, from casual players to more dedicated fans. Noteworthy traits include NZ-based humor, strong sense of community engagement, and a willingness to riff on topics from serious ethics in gaming to goofy hypotheticals, all delivered in a laid-back, inclusive style.

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2. Jez Piss
3. Jared Pickstock
4. Breeze Cherry
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