Play, Watch, Listen
Alanah PearceJoin Alanah Pearce (game writer), Mike Bithell (game director), and Austin Wintory (game composer) as they talk about all the games, movies, TV and 'whatever else' that took their interest that week, from three unique perspectives in the games industry.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 189 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Video GamesLeisure | |||
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In this week's episode, the crew discusses THE DEFINITION OF ART (2026 ver), and finding inspiration in the real world rather than other media, as a result of Alanah visiting Barcelona and exploring Antoni Gaudi's La Sagrada Familia.
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This week, we talk a bit about composing for early access, and how much scores (and VFX) influence films.
This week, Mike, Austin, and Alanah mostly talk about human nature. No, really. The new James Bond game is also spoken about for about 10 minutes at the end.
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- Long time listener and enjoyer
Been listening to this podcast since its 3rd episode and haven’t looked back since. Really enjoy the banter between Alanah, Mike, and (the usually late) Austin. Hey, they also talk about video games at times too!
Apple Podcasts5Ryne Lamb
United States3 months ago - Audio too quiet
Really great content, but the audio is rly quiet. I have to get near max volume on my headphones to get around normal hearing level
Apple Podcasts4sheep.ngl
Canadaa year ago - Great conversations, horrible audio quality
As a game developer myself, I enjoyed their conversations and insights. However it’s basically ruined by the audio quality of one of the hosts (Mike?). He is very echo-y, hard to understand, and it contrasts poorly with the other hosts (who sound great). At first I thought it was just an issue with the specific episode I started with, but nope, his audio is always bad. So it’s hard to recommend this podcast in its current state.
Apple Podcasts1greatmarioUnited States2 years ago - Not worth your time
Austin Wintory is the only reason this podcast is worth a listen post Troy Bakers exit. Austin is a fantastic & fascinating host with great insights into the games industry. And that is the only positive thing worth saying about this podcast…
I just listened to the episode where Alannah & Mike ridiculed those who expressed displeasure with Joanna Dark’s appearance in the new Perfect Dark stating that anyone who didn’t like it “probably has never been close to a woman.” As a female gamer, which ... more
Apple Podcasts1HopesAriaUnited States2 years ago - Not worth your time
Austin Wintory is the only reason this podcast is worth a listen post Troy Bakers exit. Austin is a fantastic & fascinating host with great insights into the games industry. And that is the only positive thing worth saying about this podcast Just listened to the episode where Alannah & Mike ridiculed those who expressed displeasure with Joanna Dark’s appearance in the new Perfect Dark stating that anyone who didn’t like it “probably has never been close to a woman.” As a female gamer, which acco... more
Apple Podcasts1HopesAriaUnited States2 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #224 | Canada/Leisure/Video Games |
Apple Podcasts | #235 |  United Kingdom/Leisure/Video Games |
Apple Podcasts | #188 |  Australia/Leisure/Video Games |
Apple Podcasts | #13 |  New Zealand/Leisure/Video Games |
Apple Podcasts | #70 |  India/Leisure/Video Games |
Apple Podcasts | #71 |  Russia/Leisure/Video Games |
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What is Play, Watch, Listen about and what kind of topics does it cover?
A panel of three industry professionals shares weekly perspectives on games, film, and broader culture, with frequent tangents that illuminate the creative process across disciplines. Topics center on evolving industry trends, development challenges, and the intersections of music, storytelling, and technology in entertainment. Listeners likely appreciate candid banter, behind-the-scenes anecdotes, and cross-disciplinary insights, though some episodes highlight audio quality and on-topic focus as recurring concerns. The show's unique strength lies in mixing game development, direction, and scoring with cultural commentary, offering a holistic view of the entertainment landscape.
Noteworthy is the dynamic trio format—each brings a distinct ... more
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