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Back Pocket

Back Pocket
Astro Bot
Pocketbuds
3D Platformers
Xbox
Gaming Industry
Dark Souls
Kotaku Australia
Japan Studio
Playstation 5
Sony
Twitch
Epic Games
Untitled Goose Game
Game Development
Sony Interactive Entertainment
Parappa the Rapper
XBOX Game Pass
Ape Escape
Australian Gaming Culture
NVIDIA DLSS 5

Back Pocket is a video game variety channel starring Gus Ronald, Peter Burns, Ruby Innes, Joshua Swift, Adele Jefferies, and William Yates! Here you'll find the audio-only version of their weekly flagship program, where they cover the latest gaming news, share first impressions of new game releases, and have a nice time all around. You'll also find every episode of our old podcast PocketBuds, wher... more

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Latest Episodes

The June 2026 Nintendo Direct, Xbox can't make enough Xboxes, and LoL player fined for not hi-fiving. Plus, Pete talks the demo for 1666 Amsterdam, Ruby talks Enter the Chronosphere, and special guest David Smith talks LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark... more

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PlayStation State of Play roundup, Valve versus indie devs, and Fable gets delaybled. Plus, Gus talks Mina the Hollower, Ruby talks Bubsy 4D, and Pete talks the demo for Onimusha: Way of the Sword.

Become a Patron today at: www.patreon.com/b... more

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RIP Destiny 2, Rocket League is upgrading to Unreal Engine 6, and GTA VI fans get scammed. Plus, Pete talks 007: First Light, Gus talks Luna Abyss, and Ruby talks Yoshi & The Mysterious Book.

Become a Patron today at: www.patreon.com/backpoc... more

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PlayStation purges PC ports, Xbox is XBOX now, Warhorse is making a LOTR game, and DOOM theme song goes on the historicall record. Plus, Pete talks Forza Horizon 6, Gus talks Subnautica 2, and Ruby talks Titanium Court.

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Recent Guests

Steph Panecasio
Special guest
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Episode: Pragmata + REPLACED Thoughts! | Back Pocket
Lia Kim
Culture writer, entertainment journalist, and gamer
Junkie (pop culture publication)
Episode: Is Saros BETTER Than Returnal?? + Mario Galaxy Makes Bank! | Back Pocket
Dylan Beck
Kiwi content creator and controller inventor.
Episode: PocketBuds #57: How To Play Games Wrong ft. Rudeism
Leah Williams
Former writer for Kotaku Australia and current writer for GamesHub
GamesHub
Episode: PocketBuds #56: Astro Bot Is GOTY and GOATed ft. Leah Williams
Josh Swift
Technical Director at Lowkii Productions and button presser at Back Pocket
Lowkii Productions
Episode: PocketBuds #55: It (Video Games) Came From Outer Space ft. Josh Swift
James O'Connor
Game Dev Executive at South Australian Film Corporation, co-founder of gaming satire website Point and Clickbait, former narrative designer at Mighty Kingdom, and freelance games journalist.
Episode: PocketBuds #54: Writing Books About Games ft. James O'Connor
Stephanie Bendixsen
Roleplay Extraordinaire, former host of Good Game on the ABC
Back Pocket
Episode: PocketBuds #52: Roleplay In Games, NOT Roleplaying Games ft. HexSteph
Nick Belling
Software engineer and Back Pocket Regular
Back Pocket
Episode: PocketBuds #51: What If Video Games Were In Real Life? ft. Nick Belling
Jim Barker
Former publicist for major gaming companies
Former PR manager for Aussie Games distributed Five Star Games
Episode: PocketBuds #50: Waking Up From A Games PR Nightmare ft. Jim Barker

Hosts

Gus Ronald
Host of Back Pocket; guides conversation and introduces segments with a steady, opinionated presence.
Peter Burns
Host of Back Pocket; contributes opinions and commentary, helps steer industry-focused discussions.
Ruby Innes
Host of Back Pocket; leads conversations with engaging interviewing style and interviews diverse guests.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 149 ratings
  • 5 Star Podcast!

    I came for the Indeimaus, but I stayed for the Ruby Innes. Looking forward to more great interviews/guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fox De'Vil
    United States2 years ago
  • lucy worked at eb

    And kotaku

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    co1dbin
    Australia2 years ago
  • My new favourite gaming podcast

    I just binged every available episode of this podcast over the space of a week!!! I cannot get enough. Ruby rocks so hard. 🤘

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    maraspiers
    Australia2 years ago
  • Entertaining

    I love listening to this podcast- Ruby is so funny and engaging as an interviewer. Recommended for video game enthusiasts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jesstacular
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Friday is the best day!

    Pocketbuds eps dropping on Fridays is the best way to end my week! Love having Ruby and all her friends to listen to, I have learnt a lot and laughed even more! Thank you Back Pocket crew for bringing the fun to my ears each week!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SnooGirl
    Australia2 years ago

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Listeners praise the host chemistry and engaging interviews with a variety of guests.
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The show balances casual banter with thoughtful industry analysis, appealing to both gamers and professionals.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

PocketBuds #46: Dark Souls Watchmojo And Spooktober ft. Indeimaus
Q: What was your experience with EB Games?
I worked there for eight years while making YouTube videos, which ultimately led to turning YouTube into my full-time job.
PocketBuds #46: Dark Souls Watchmojo And Spooktober ft. Indeimaus
Q: How has horror changed since the early days of Resident Evil and Silent Hill?
Horror has gone through various eras, reflecting the evolution in gameplay and storytelling, with a resurgence of classic styles in current games.
PocketBuds #46: Dark Souls Watchmojo And Spooktober ft. Indeimaus
Q: How did you get into YouTube?
I started on Newgrounds in 2004, making animations and then transitioned to YouTube in 2012 to cover indie games.
PocketBuds #47: We Need More Local Games Events ft. Serenade's Duncan Corrigan
Q: So when did Serenade come to be and what kind of sparked its creation?
Duncan explained that most of the team met in 2018 at an event called Heartbeat, where they were inspired to create more inclusive and engaging spaces for local game developers.
PocketBuds #47: We Need More Local Games Events ft. Serenade's Duncan Corrigan
Q: What have been some of your favorite projects to work on?
Duncan shared that his recent projects are quite interesting, mentioning particularly fun experiences with a game called Garfidi.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Back Pocket

What is Back Pocket about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A lively, multi-host gaming discussion that covers the week's biggest video game news, industry shifts, and hands-on impressions of new releases. Conversations swing from live-service to single-player trends, platform moves (PC/console ports, AI-assisted development, and licensing), and high-profile announcements, to personal anecdotes and banter that keep the tone approachable. The show consistently features a mix of developer and journalist guests, hands-on impressions, and candid opinions on the industry, making it useful for listeners who want quick takeaways, thoughtful analysis, and a sense of the gaming community's pulse. A standout is the casual, collaborative host dynamic—delivered with humor, sharp takes, and approachable tech exp... more

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1. Steph Panecasio
2. Lia Kim
3. Dylan Beck
4. Leah Williams
5. Josh Swift
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7. Stephanie Bendixsen
8. Nick Belling

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