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The official podcast of Maximum Utmost, the video game website that does it like no other! Hosted by Zoey Handley and Jonathan Holmes, with bonus shows starring Jonathan's son, the show's producer Daniel, and countless guests. Updated every week! maxutmost.com/

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Latest Episodes

On this most Maximum of Utted-casts, Jonathan takes us on a grand tour of random pop culture before opening the discussion to a case of covering up potential bigotry in the video game world. Is the purple Pikmin racist or beloved? Later, our friend L... more

Differences in people are what make us all unique. Race, gender, ability, and more get explored on this episode where Jonathan (or is it Jon?) and Ryan talk about a recently acquired Pokemon book, Splatoon Raiders, Poppy Playtime, My Friendly Neighbo... more

How many ways can you die in a mechanic simulator? What year did the Wii and PS3 actually come out? And what's the best way to deal with fascism? These questions and many more might be answered on this jam packed episode of the Maximum Utcast! Later,... more

Daniel welcomes his friend Liz from their local Dungeons and Dragons game to talk about videogames and what being goth is. From there they switch over to talking about horror games through the lens of the Resident Evil series. We learn how Liz got in... more

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Recent Guests

Sean Velasco
Co-founder of Yacht Club Games
Yacht Club Games
Episode: Maximum Utcast - 28 - We Love Indie Games, Spider-Man, and Germs
Nick Wozniak
Engineer/Developer at Yacht Club Games
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Episode: Maximum Utcast - 28 - We Love Indie Games, Spider-Man, and Germs
Alec Faulkner
Designer/Developer at Yacht Club Games
Yacht Club Games
Episode: Maximum Utcast - 28 - We Love Indie Games, Spider-Man, and Germs
Liz Andrea
D&D player and horror/gaming enthusiast
Episode: Currently Playing - 26 - Resident Evil Series with Liz
John Charles Holmes
Guest, writer and Rhythm Heaven aficionado
Nintendo Force, Rhythm Heaven community contributor
Episode: Maximum Utcast - 27 - The Maximum Utcast Anniversary Spectacular
Marcio Daniels
Guest from Fix Your Heart or Die, David Lynch analysis podcast series
Fix Your Heart or Die
Episode: Currently Playing - 25 - Mina the Hollower and StarFox '26 with Fox and Marcy of FYHOD
Shy Fox
Guest from Fix Your Heart or Die, David Lynch analysis podcast series
Fix Your Heart or Die
Episode: Currently Playing - 25 - Mina the Hollower and StarFox '26 with Fox and Marcy of FYHOD
Shawn Alexander Allen
Game designer and developer of Treachery in Beatdown City and Beatdown City Survivors
Urban Ninja Games / Beatdown City
Episode: Surviving and Thriving in Beatdown City Survivors with Shawn Alexander Allen
Aysha Farah
Writer and narrative designer known for Life is Strange: Double Exposure, Hiveswap, The Sky Left Us
Deck Nine / Formerly at Deck Nine
Episode: Currently Playing - 24 - Baldur's Gate 3 with Aysha Farah

Hosts

Zoey Handley
Co-host and on-air personality; host with extensive involvement in show production and guest interviews; affiliated with Maximum Utmost.
Jonathan Holmes
Co-host and co-creator; primary host leading discussions and interview segments; central voice in show.
Daniel Sanford
Producer, editor, and on-show contributor; handles production flow, guest coordination, and audio editing.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 117 ratings
  • Great podcast

    Johnathan and Tanya are the hosts. Daniel is the magician behind the scenes pulling it all together. Good

    Topics good people.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    chipizzle207
    United States2 years ago
  • Perfection

    If we lived in a sane and reasonable society Johnathan Holmes would already be famous, but in hopes of healing the earth I shall write this review and encourage all comers to listen to his excellence

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lesibab42
    United States2 years ago
  • I Just Can’t Help It

    I’m a longtime Jonathan Holmes fan and yeah — he’s excellent. Of course he is. But I feel like Tanya is the secret sauce of this show. Not only do the two of them have fantastic chemistry, but she’s just casually one of the funniest people on the planet. And I love that neither of them are afraid to experiment with the structure of the show. TTWAV is one of my favorites!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Winter Cereal
    United States5 years ago
  • Jonathan has some troubling takes about mental health.

    Calls suicide a selfish act most recently. I dunno it’s generally a good podcast but sometimes he says some pretty upsetting things.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Horse Tickler
    Canada5 years ago
  • Very fun and compassionate.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    aerendyll
    5 years ago

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Guests and perspectives are frequently highlighted as a strength, with a track record of elevating diverse voices.
Some listeners note the discussion can be opinionated or provocative, but generally value its candid, human approach to complex topics.
Listeners praise the hosts' chemistry and the show's warmth, humor, and thoughtful takes on gaming culture.

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#22
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Apple Podcasts
#99
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Apple Podcasts
#158
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Currently Playing - 26 - Resident Evil Series with Liz
Q: What's your favorite Resident Evil entry and why?
Village is highlighted as a favorite for its cult-like vibe and fresh angle on the virus, along with appreciation for how it diverges from the classic characters while expanding the lore.
Currently Playing - 26 - Resident Evil Series with Liz
Q: What draws you to horror games and to the Resident Evil series specifically?
Liz discusses loving a strong story across visits to different chapters in the series, the variety of protagonists, and how the games blend atmosphere with action to create a compelling, long-running narrative.
Surviving and Thriving in Beatdown City Survivors with Shawn Alexander Allen
Q: What were the key challenges in the development process, especially around collaboration and funding?
Interpersonal dynamics and alignment within the team were major hurdles; the project benefited from a small core team and external support like an Xbox accelerator program, but scaling, funding, and platform porting remained delicate, with decisions about where and how to publish affecting timelines and scope.
Surviving and Thriving in Beatdown City Survivors with Shawn Alexander Allen
Q: What sparked the Survivors concept and how did it evolve from Treachery in Beatdown City?
Survivors started as a rapid prototype using existing art to explore a post-pandemic version of New York, introducing new gameplay systems like fluid, puzzle-like interactions with water, toxic waste, and environmental storytelling that extended the original world and its themes.
Surviving and Thriving in Beatdown City Survivors with Shawn Alexander Allen
Q: How would you describe Treachery in Beatdown City to someone new to the series?
It's a hybrid where you mix real-time and turn-based combat in a way that lets you string together combos while also leaning into the unpredictability of the combat system, inspired by how wrestling choreography and arcade classics blend together.

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What is Maximum Utcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A lively, conversation-driven show centered on video games culture, with a strong emphasis on indie and retro titles. Episodes frequently mix in-depth critiques of games with personal anecdotes, creator stories, and behind-the-scenes looks at development, publishing, and community dynamics. Regular banter, guest interviews, and occasional meta-discussion about podcasting itself offer a warm, opinionated vibe that appeals to listeners who enjoy thoughtful analysis, humor, and cultural context around gaming. Noteworthy is the show's willingness to lift up guest voices (often women and non-traditional perspectives in gaming) and its ability to blend niche topics with accessibility for a broader audience, making it useful for listeners explorin... more

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3. Alec Faulkner
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5. John Charles Holmes
6. Marcio Daniels
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8. Shawn Alexander Allen

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