
This is Married to the Games, a weekly video game podcast! Join Gabe Patillo, Tim Rauter, Ed Placencia, and Chris McCrackin as they discuss gaming news, marriage, work and everything in between. Tune in and laugh along with the hosts as they balance life and their love of the games.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 711 | Founded | 14 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | LeisureVideo GamesGames | |||

This week the guys talk about the guitars, Hearthstone, and much much more! Send in your questions and comments to mailbag@marriedtothegames.com and we might read your submission on the final episode!
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Married to the games has changed my life. I’ve been a listener for most of this podcast’s existence and the amount of love shared around this podcast has been incredible. Without this podcast, I don’t know where I would be today and I don’t really want to. Not just because of the enjoyment I got out of a great listen every week, but because of the incredible friendships I’ve gained from being apart of this community. The people I now have in my life are some of the most top level ... more
This has absolutely been the best podcast to listen to. It’s nearly impossible to find a podcast out there to enjoy listening to and also that I’m okay with my kids listening in. Not only is this podcast clean enough for my kids to listen to but my kids even ask to listen to it. There’s great humor (especially in April), fun discussions about gaming, and real, authentic, “no makeup on” talk the ups and the downs of life. I truly cannot imagine another podcast coming close to the quality that Ga... more
I’ll try to keep this from being long winded. I just want to start by saying Thank you, I am so thankful to you 3 and to Gabe for such an amazing podcast which spawned the absolute best community I’ve ever been a part of. There were so many great moments on this show from every joke to every hiccuping fit and to every dad joke and Christmas movie month. I sure am going to miss just laughing out loud at work and then looking back at my coworkers like I’m definitely not losing my mind. Finding thi... more
Hey yall love the show so much you guys have played a massive role in my childhood I remember every morning my dad would take me to school he would have one of your episodes on and playing, also a couple of summers ago I would go out and mow lawns the whole day and I would listen to you guys and you kept me going. I’m really sad to see you guys go but it was a good run peace out love you all hope life treats you well from now to wherever else it takes you
I love this podcast I have been listening to this podcast for 4 years and this podcast is by far the best gaming podcast I have ever listen to. They bring the energy and friendliness to the podcast aspect and just a great podcast all around so 10/10
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A vibrant and engaging weekly show that captivates listeners with its mix of gaming discussions and relatable life experiences. The hosts share insights about the latest video game news while weaving in personal anecdotes about family, friendship, and parenting, often highlighting the impact these elements have on their gaming habits. The camaraderie amongst the co-hosts, along with their authenticity and humor, creates an inviting atmosphere, making the content accessible and enjoyable for gamers and non-gamers alike. Notably, the show fosters a strong sense of community, as listeners feel connected to the hosts and each other, creating a familial bond within the audience.
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