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No Small Games is an indie game recap and review podcast brought to you by hosts Kate and Emily! They became friends while streaming on Twitch and bonded over their love of indie video games. In each episode of No Small Games, the two will discuss an indie game they both played independently. They’ll compare their experiences: the good, the bad, their most memorable moments of their playthroughs.

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Robin Bea
Games journalist, co-host of Girl Mode, In Sequence, and .zip
Games journalism
Episode: Ep. 72 - Sovereign Tower feat. Robin Bea
Kevin Cortez
Shopping editor at Huffington Post; contributor to Mothership; content creator
Huffington Post, Mothership
Episode: Ep. 71 - Wax Heads feat. Kevin Cortez
Allie Ast
Founder of Sundew Studios
Sundew Studios
Episode: PAX West 2026 Recap
AJ Folleri
Developer of Ruin
.zip (publisher/partner)
Episode: PAX West 2026 Recap
Ben Escobar
Developer at It Takes Paws cohort
Woo Studio
Episode: PAX West 2026 Recap
Jordan (Cognitive Clips)
Content creator focused on deep dives into games and themes; speaker from Drop-in Drop-out Podcast
Cognitive Clips / Drop-in Drop-out Podcast
Episode: Indie Game Roundup - August 2026 feat. CognitiveClips & C3C1LIE
Brendon Bigley
Host of Into the Aether and founder of Wavelengths; editor/creator
Into the Aether, Wavelengths, Overworld
Episode: Ep. 69 - Mixtape feat. Brendon Bigley & AJ Fillari
AJ Fillari
Podcast producer, editor, and host; involved in DotZip and multiple shows
Into the Aether, DotZip, Formative Media
Episode: Ep. 69 - Mixtape feat. Brendon Bigley & AJ Fillari
Adam Gumbert
Creator of The Tier List and Respawn Aim Fire contributor
The Tier List, Respawn Aim Fire
Episode: Ep. 63 - Cairn feat. Adam Gumbert, The Tier List

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 134 ratings
  • Your Next Listen

    Kate and Emily have great chemistry and the show is a delightful look into their time with indie games and beyond. Definitely a show to add into your rotation if it isn’t yet!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Be groom
    United States3 months ago
  • All the yes

    Can not express how much I love this podcast ✨

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AmMitchCA
    Canada3 months ago
  • Just a delightful time

    It’s a rarity to find such a great podcast in this day and age, and especially one about games. But man, this one is good. Emily and Kate have such infectious chemistry, and the games they play are so well discussed. LOVE IT.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kevvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvin
    United States3 months ago
  • The best

    Vibes are perfect. The 2 hosts have incredible chemistry, are super smart and funny.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jennnnnnnnnnnnnth
    United States5 months ago
  • It's really good and I like it!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    StevoNDaHoodson
    8 months ago

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Ep. 71 - Wax Heads feat. Kevin Cortez
Q: How does the game balance its two core modes (rec/visual-novel vs. shop puzzle) and what's your take on the pacing?
The team discusses the cadence: strong opening visuals and character moments, with mid-game tend to lean toward narrative, while the early hours feel fresh due to the recommendation gameplay, and some wish for more opportunities to blend gameplay with story.
Ep. 71 - Wax Heads feat. Kevin Cortez
Q: Could you tell us about an indie game that had a big impact on you and why it stood out?
Kev highlights Super Puzzle Platformer Deluxe as a nostalgic, flow-state puzzle-platformer that shaped his taste for time-sync rhythm in indie games, emphasizing how it fused puzzle mechanics with atmospheric music and art.
Indie Game Roundup - June 2026 feat. CGDannyB
Q: How did CGDannyB come to join the episode, and what's his background with indie games?
CGDannyB explains his background in indie game news, reviews, and co-hosting Playlog, and shares how he enjoys showing up for genuine conversations about indie games, often tying his content to events like Summer Game Fest and Steam Next Fest.
Indie Game Roundup - February 2026 feat. Neha Patel
Q: What's it like transitioning from long-form game audio work (like Venba) to quick-turnaround trailer work for Slay the Spire 2?
Trailers are intense and fast-paced; you work with pre-existing assets and focus on delivering punchy, visceral sounds that match the direction, then hand it back for quick revisions.
Indie Game Roundup - February 2026 feat. Neha Patel
Q: How does collaboration across a distributed team shape your sound design process for All Will Rise?
We have regular reviews, and the team— programmers, artists, and writers—contributes ideas. The process is highly collaborative, with frequent meetings and a willingness to iterate based on feedback to keep the soundscape aligned with the game's narrative goals.

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Two indie-game focused hosts explore personal experiences with a rotating cast of guests, delving into the production, design, and cultural context of small- to mid-sized titles. Episodes blend thoughtful game analysis with anecdotes from conventions, development stories, and community-building, highlighting approachable gameplay, narrative experimentation, and the indie scene's collaborative spirit. A standout trait is the warm, conversational chemistry between hosts, which attracts a dedicated audience of creators, players, and industry followers who value transparency, humor, and practical takeaways for discovery and sponsorship alignment.

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2. Kevin Cortez
3. Allie Ast
4. AJ Folleri
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