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My Perfect Console with Simon Parkin

Simon Parkin
Video Games
Plants Vs Zombies
Silent Hill 2
No More Robots
Return Of the Obra Dinn
Counterstrike Source
The Gene Machine
Game Pass
World Of Goo
Roblox
Pong
Tetris
Substance Abuse
Mental Health
Counseling
Activision Blizzard
Final Fantasy VI
The Legend Of Zelda: Tears Of the Kingdom
Gawker Media
Crunch Culture

In My Perfect Console, Simon Parkin, award-winning author video game critic for The Observer invites well-known guests from the worlds of gaming, film and television, music, comedy and more to pick the five video games they would like to immortalise on a fictional games machine. They discuss those five games in chronological order of release, interspersed with biographical chat about the guest’s l... more

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Charlie Rosen is a Grammy award-winning musician, composer, and arranger whose work sits at the intersection of jazz, pop, and video game nostalgia. As the founder and leader of The 8-bit Big Band, a 35-piece jazz-pops orchestra, he had transformed c... more

Andy Robertson is a veteran journalist, editor, and entrepreneur who has spent his career exploring how video games can bring people together. After graduating from Brunel University with a degree in Computer Science, he worked as a freelance games c... more

Lizzie Killian is the lead vocalist and guitarist of Teens in Trouble, an indie rock band known for its anthemic melodies, sharp lyrics, and emotionally charged hooks. Before taking to the stage, she started her career as a writer covering games, the... more

Jonathan Jacques-Belletête is a French-Canadian creative director and artist whose work has helped shape some of the most stylish and thought-provoking contemporary video games. After graduating from Dawson College in Montreal, he worked as a commerc... more

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Recent Guests

Andy Robertson
Veteran journalist, editor, and entrepreneur in gaming
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Episode: Andy Robertson, journalist, entrepreneur (BBC, Ludocene).
Jonathan Jacques-Belletête
Creative director of Hell is Us, previously worked on titles like Assassin's Creed and Deus Ex.
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Episode: Jonathan Jacques-Belletête, creative director, Hell is Us.
Tonda Ros
An American visual artist and gamemaker, founder of Dogubomb
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Episode: Tonda Ros, gamemaker, Blue Prince.
Brian Gibson
Co-founder and bassist in Lightning Bolt, game designer
Episode: Brian Gibson, artist, musician (Lightning Bolt, Guitar Hero, Thumper).
Greg Jenner
Historian, author, and broadcaster known for his engaging storytelling and educational work
Episode: Greg Jenner, historian.
Nathan Brown
Writer, editor, and consultant in the video game industry, former editor at Edge Magazine, and author of Hit Points newsletter.
Episode: Nathan Brown, writer, analyst, former editor Edge.
Kat Abughazaleh
Journalist, satirist, and congressional candidate.
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Episode: Kat Abughazaleh, influencer, politician.
Jimi Famurewa
British Nigerian author, broadcaster, and food critic
Episode: Jimi Famurewa, food critic.
Ed Night
Stand-up comedian known for his darkly funny and politically charged material
Episode: Ed Night, comedian.

Host

Simon Parkin
Award-winning author and video game critic known for insightful interviews and storytelling.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 631 ratings
  • Good just good

    The goodesss

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The buttery biscuit base
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • I'm a big video game nerd so this podcast is a dream come true. It's fun to hear about all the different video games I'll probably never have the time to play and how they've enriched the lives of the folks talking about them. And Simon is a pretty charming guy that I feel anybody would want to sit down and have a chinwag with. Well, that's not exactly true. I wouldn't want to sit down with him and have a chinwag because I'd have nothing of interest to say, so I wouldn't want to waste his time. ... more

    Podchaser
    5
    tonysingle1972
    4 months ago
  • Great podcast

    A wonderful podcast that has me going back down memory lane reminiscing about the times I played alot of these games.

    The host conducts well thought out, interesting interviews with a variety of well known people from a multitude of backgrounds and specialities.

    Thankyou Simon!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    OzMugen
    Australia5 months ago
  • One of the best Interviewers ever

    Super considerate to guests, great questions. And love the format! It’s on my perfect podsole. Squawkbox777.

    Great show. Cheers.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GrandPunkRailroad
    United States8 months ago
  • My favourite podcast

    Every time I see a new one pop-up in my feed I’m excited about the stories I’ll hear. As someone who works in the industry there’s the obvious pull of industry guests and behind-the-scenes, but guest from outside the industry are just as interesting/funny/insightful etc. I love Simon’s relaxed and honest interview style. Can’t recommend trying this Podcast hard enough. Thank you Simon and guests for the wonderful episodes. Long may it last.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Stijn977
    United Kingdom9 months ago

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The podcast is recognized as a must-listen for those interested in the intersections of gaming and personal storytelling.
The show is praised for its nostalgic connection to video games and the personal stories shared by guests.
Listeners appreciate the warm, engaging style of the host and the thoughtful, in-depth conversations.
Many listeners find the mix of well-known and lesser-known guests refreshing, providing unique insights into gaming culture.

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Jonathan Jacques-Belletête, creative director, Hell is Us.
Q: What are you hoping that players walk away with after playing Hell is Us?
Jonathan hopes players will think about the game's themes long after they turn it off, feeling it lives on in their thoughts.
Jonathan Jacques-Belletête, creative director, Hell is Us.
Q: Were there any moments in development where the news cycle made your themes feel more immediate?
Yes, they recognized from the beginning that conflicts are ongoing and made a deliberate decision to adjust certain elements in the game to avoid insensitivity to real-world events.
Jonathan Jacques-Belletête, creative director, Hell is Us.
Q: How do you describe Hell is Us?
Jonathan describes it as a good old adventure game, reminiscent of older styles but updated with modern gameplay quality and design.
Brian Gibson, artist, musician (Lightning Bolt, Guitar Hero, Thumper).
Q: What do you hope that they walk away feeling when someone plays one of your games or sees you play live?
Excitement and immersion in a fresh, unpredictable cultural experience.
Greg Jenner, historian.
Q: What drew you to The Stone Age?
I was doing a conference with some teachers and they basically pleaded with me and said, please write a book about the Stone Age.

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Frequently Asked Questions About My Perfect Console

What is My Perfect Console about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast invites a diverse range of guests from gaming, music, film, comedy, and other areas to share their personal histories while also curating a list of five video games that hold significant meaning for them. Each episode provides a fresh take on the intersection of personal narratives and gaming culture, combining interviews with insights into how these games have influenced the guests' lives. Notably, the engaging and warm style of the host fosters an environment where guests can reveal intimate details about their journeys, often leading to surprising connections between their experiences and the selected games. This format not only celebrates the nostalgia of gaming but also explores the deeper emotional ties that many have wit... more

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1. Andy Robertson
2. Jonathan Jacques-Belletête
3. Tonda Ros
4. Brian Gibson
5. Greg Jenner
6. Nathan Brown
7. Kat Abughazaleh
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