Side Story
Friends at the TableSide Story is a bi-weekly podcast about games and the stories we tell about them, presented by Friends at the Table and supported by our patrons at friendsatthetable.cash.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 26 | Founded | a year ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Video GamesLeisureHobbies | |||
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On Sunday 15th and Monday 16th of February 2026, we're going to be hosting ICEBREAKER, a two day fundraising marathon on twitch.tv/friendsatthetable to raise money for the Women's Foundation of Minnesota's Immigrant Rapid Response Fund!
As Minnesot... more
The winter is here and our love of warmth means that we're stuck inside, dreaming of greener pastures. Greener pastures like: "A train that you can make prettier" and "A frozen over dystopia where you are forced out into the cold to deliver pizzas an... more
Happy 2026! We're kicking the year off (a little belatedly) with what would've been Ali's 2025 Main Story Award winning Silent Hill f. She's joined by Keith and Jack as they talk (with full spoilers) about the first new full length Silent Hill game i... more
Welcome to the inaugural Main Story Awards, Side Story's end-of-year sendoff to the games and topics that captivated our attention this year. Look forward to a new short episode Every Day This Week!
Today you'll be hearing from Jack, Keith, and Aus... more
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You either like Austin Walker and his whole deal or you don't, and that is the deciding factor on whether someone would like this podcast or not.
I don't even like video games for the most part, but the Friends at the Table cast has such a wide variety of tastes that there will be at least one game that piques my interest to look into.
Knowing that this is a weird parasocial commitment, I genuinely hope Austin can find the strength to adopt a cat some day
Podcast Addict524 days agoOneThousandMustardCrimes- Just great
Austin and the rest of the Friends at the Table do such a great job of being thoughtful and critical fans of games. It seems rare to have people talk about things they love even while discussing the faults. Thank you!
Apple Podcasts5Eric in Madison
United States2 months ago - I could not defeat Grendel
But I think I could date his mom
Apple Podcasts5Recombinatrix
Australia2 months ago - More Excellent Conversations from the Friends at the Table
First off: thank you Austin for the chapter markers 🙏 the attention to detail doesn’t go unnoticed.
I’m mostly a casual gamer but find myself overwhelmed with the sheer amount of Game out there in the world. Side Story is a delightful way to keep abreast of what’s new. And it’s the Friends so even if I’m not into a specific game, I get to enjoy a lovely, honest, and hilarious chat.
The “i” stands for “Important Podcast”
Apple Podcasts5bericp1United States3 months ago Heard Austin mention this podcast over at Nextlander and have been enjoying it very much. Smart, funny people who like each other and provide thoughtful criticism of less-covered games. But let's be honest, they could be talking about their grocery lists and I would tune in. Also: Janine Hawkins is legit my new favorite podcaster? The only knock to this show is that she isn't on every episode. But the others are great too. Fantastic show.
Podcast Addict53 months agolordgodalming
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Apple Podcasts | #76 | United States/Leisure/Video Games |
Apple Podcasts | #30 |  Canada/Leisure/Video Games |
Apple Podcasts | #169 | Canada/Leisure |
Apple Podcasts | #204 |  United Kingdom/Leisure/Video Games |
Apple Podcasts | #144 | Australia/Leisure/Video Games |
Apple Podcasts | #1 |  Singapore/Leisure/Video Games |
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What is Side Story about and what kind of topics does it cover?
Focusing on the evolving narratives within the gaming world, this podcast examines both contemporary and classic video games, offering thoughtful commentary that ranges from lighthearted discussions to serious critiques of gaming culture. Regularly featuring a rotating cast of knowledgeable hosts, episodes explore various themes including nostalgia, parental influences in gaming, the tension between gameplay and storytelling, and detailed analyses of both indie and mainstream titles. The show incorporates a mix of humor, critical insights, and personal anecdotes, creating an engaging experience for listeners who appreciate in-depth conversations about the gaming landscape, including beyond the immediate gameplay to the societal implications... more
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1. A More Civilized Age: A Star Wars Podcast
2. Media Club Plus
3. Shelved By Genre
4. Friends at the Table
5. The Nextlander Podcast
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Side Story launched a year ago and published 26 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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