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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
World Of Goo
The Gene Machine
Game Pass
Counterstrike Source
Roblox
Pong
Tetris
Substance Abuse
Counseling
Mental Health
Baldur's Gate II
Starcraft II
Activision Blizzard
The Legend Of Zelda: Tears Of the Kingdom
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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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My guest today is a games industry leader whose career has spanned journalism, publishing, public policy, and cultural advocacy. He began in 2002 as an editorial assistant at trade paper MCV, quickly rising through the ranks to become editor of Devel... more

Felicia Day is an actress, writer, producer, and entrepreneur whose work has helped define internet-era geek culture. After studying mathematics and music performance at the University of Texas at Austin, she moved to Los Angeles to pursue acting, ap... more

Evan Narcisse is an American writer, journalist, and narrative designer whose work spans comics, criticism, and video games. After graduating from New York University, he began his career as a culture and technology journalist, writing for outlets in... more

Ed Atkins is a British contemporary artist known for his haunting, hyperreal digital videos—works that combine computer-generated bodies, poetic monologues, and a profound sense of longing, absurdity, and decay. Since the early 2010s, his art has bee... more

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Recent Guests

Felicia Day
Actress, writer, producer and entrepreneur; creator of The Guild and co-founder of Geek & Sundry
Independent/Geeks & Sundry (historical)
Episode: Felicia Day, actor, screenwriter (Buffy the Vampire Slayer, The Guild).
Evan Narcisse
American writer, journalist and narrative designer; Brassy Lion Entertainment collaborator; author of Rise of the Black Panther and Spider-Man-related work
Brass Lion Entertainment; Marvel (past work)
Episode: Evan Narcisse, writer (Rise of the Black Panther, Spider-Man, Wu-Tang: Ruse of the Deceiver) - Live @ University of Chicago
Ed Atkins
British contemporary artist known for haunts of digital video and performance
Artist
Episode: Ed Atkins, artist.
Tom Keegan
The Performance Director, known for Battlefield, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, The Last of Us, Wolfenstein II
Machine Games / video game industry
Episode: Tom Keegan, performance director (Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, Battlefield, Resident Evil 2 Remake).
Keza Macdonald
Scottish journalist and editor, Guardian Games Editor, author
The Guardian
Episode: Keza Macdonald, author, games editor The Guardian.
Ed Fries
Former Microsoft executive, founder of Microsoft Game Studios, later investor and advisor
Microsoft (former), 1Up Ventures (investor)
Episode: Ed Fries, former head of Microsoft Game Studios.
Prokop Jirsa
Lead designer at Warhorse Studios
Warhorse Studios
Episode: Prokop Jirsa, lead designer (Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2).
Phil Fish
Creator of the indie game Fez and renowned video game designer
Episode: MPC Remastered: Phil Fish
Heather Anne Campbell
Emmy-nominated writer, sketch comedian, voice actor, and performer. She's known for working on shows like Saturday Night Live and Rick and Morty, and for being a co-host of the podcast Get Played.
Episode: MPC Remastered: Heather Anne Campbell

Host

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

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 683 ratings
  • Great hosts, nice cadence, positive vibes.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Super Camus
    7 months ago
  • Good just good

    The goodesss

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The buttery biscuit base
    United Kingdom8 months 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
    a year 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
    Australiaa year 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 Statesa year ago

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Reviewers often highlight the diversity of guests and topics, suggesting a thoughtful exploration of the gaming world and its cultural implications.
The podcast is commended for its unique structure that combines biographical storytelling with gaming discussions, making it accessible to both gamers and general audiences.
Listeners praise the warm and engaging interview style of the host, noting that he skillfully brings personal stories to life through the lens of gaming.

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Apple Podcasts
#229
United States/Leisure/Video Games
Apple Podcasts
#32
United Kingdom/Leisure/Video Games
Apple Podcasts
#152
United Kingdom/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#15
Italy/Leisure/Video Games
Apple Podcasts
#57
Italy/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#160
Australia/Leisure/Video Games

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Felicia Day, actor, screenwriter (Buffy the Vampire Slayer, The Guild).
Q: What does success look like for you today?
Success is creating something meaningful that exists beyond personal recognition, and maintaining integrity and joy in the work while nurturing a loyal community.
Felicia Day, actor, screenwriter (Buffy the Vampire Slayer, The Guild).
Q: How did your Guild experience influence your approach to indie projects and Hollywood ambitions?
The Guild taught me to own my creative voice and build a pathway that wasn't dependent on traditional gatekeepers, which later informed Geek & Sundry and my own self-produced work.
Felicia Day, actor, screenwriter (Buffy the Vampire Slayer, The Guild).
Q: Tell us the game and why you love it.
World of Warcraft served as a lifeline during a difficult period, giving me purpose and social connection when I felt isolated, which is why it holds enormous personal significance.
Tom Keegan, performance director (Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, Battlefield, Resident Evil 2 Remake).
Q: What inspired you to write this book now at this point in your career?
The book crystallized during the pandemic when production slowed; it's built around PTA—Place, Time, Action—and aims to explain performance directing to developers and actors alike, with practical advice drawn from decades of work.
Ed Fries, former head of Microsoft Game Studios.
Q: How did that conversation begin and what was your reaction to it?
A group of Windows evangelists proposed a new product, the DirectX box, and the idea grew from a PC-focused strategy into a broader console initiative as Ed aligned with the Xbox team, recognizing the potential to reach more customers through a dedicated machine.

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This series features engaging conversations with various notable guests from sectors such as gaming, film, television, comedy, and music. The unique format revolves around guests selecting five video games to feature on a fictional console, leading to insightful discussions that interweave personal stories and professional journeys. With each episode, listeners can expect a blend of nostalgia, creativity, and personal reflection, which not only celebrates the games themselves but also explores the significant impact they have had on the lives of the guests. The warm and thoughtful interview style helps uncover deep insights, making it a compelling listen for both gaming enthusiasts and casual listeners alike.

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Recent guests on My Perfect Console include:

1. Felicia Day
2. Evan Narcisse
3. Ed Atkins
4. Tom Keegan
5. Keza Macdonald
6. Ed Fries
7. Prokop Jirsa
8. Phil Fish

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