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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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On this jam packed episode of Maximum Utcast we're digging into the kusoge Ganso Saiyūki: Super Monkey Daibōken, a Famicom game based on the classic Chinese novel Journey to the West that is sometimes known as the ultimate crappy game. Along the way ... more

Jonathan and Ryan recount the highlights of the recent Pokemon Presents which marked the 30th anniversary of the series, including the announcement of the newest mainline games, Pokemon Winds and Pokemon Waves. Are they about how the wind makes the w... more

The Utcast Gang gets serious about the business of love on today's episode where we learn to stop worrying and love eternally. There's some shake ups happening at Microsoft, we re-discover the Wii U through the lens of NapNok Games, and revisit our o... more

Zach from Axiom Games LLC and Old Man Gaming stops by to chat about being a TTRPG designer and video game reviewer among the many other hats he wears as a dad with a full time job who still makes time for having fun with family and friends both local... more

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Recent Guests

Toby Alden
Indie game developer and creator of Love Eternal
Love Eternal project
Episode: Maximum Utcast - 16 - Love is in the Air
Talha Kaya
Game developer known for his works such as 'Judero' and 'Machina'.
Episode: Maximum Utcast - 15 - Abiding, Correcting, and Disclosing
Kelsey Powers
Producer for Cosmic Frozen Pizza
Cosmic Frozen Pizza
Episode: Currently Playing - 19 - Mario Kart World with Kelsey Powers
Sarah Carapace
An Australian artist and friend of the hosts and a returning guest who discusses nostalgia in gaming.
Episode: Maximum Utcast - 13 - Sexy Adventure Games and GOTY '25
Abram Buehner
Senior editor at Lost In Cult, passionate about video games and their cultural impact.
Lost In Cult
Episode: Maximum Utcast - 11 - Horny Past, Personality-Free Present, Grim Future
John-Charles Holmes
Marketing Director at The Yeti, comic artist, and contributor at Nintendo Force.
The Yeti, Nintendo Force
Episode: Maximum Utcast - 10 - Crossing Into Alternate Worlds
Tony Ponce
Writer and former contributor to Destructoid, with a unique background in baseball and gaming
Episode: Maximum Utcast - 09 - Rolling Up Rock Man
Matt Bozon
Co-founder of WayForward and creator of Shantae.
WayForward
Episode: Maximum Utcast - 07 - Shantae Advances the WayForward into Our Hearts and Minds
Mike Stagie
An experienced programmer and developer who has worked on various video games.
WayForward
Episode: Maximum Utcast - 07 - Shantae Advances the WayForward into Our Hearts and Minds

Hosts

Daniel
Host of Currently Playing, talented producer, and occasionally features as a guest.
Jonathan Holmes
Co-host known for insightful takes on gaming and cultural discussions.
Zoey Handley
Co-host known for her engaging style and thoughtful commentary.

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 Statesa year 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 States4 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
    Canada4 years ago
  • Very fun and compassionate.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    aerendyll
    4 years ago

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Audience feedback often reflects a strong sense of community and engagement among listeners, with many praising the unique guest insights.
There are notes of humor and thoughtful discourse, particularly around complex topics like mental health and identity within gaming culture.
Listeners appreciate the mix of humor and insightful commentary on both gaming and social issues.
The dynamic between hosts, especially Johnathan and Tanya, is frequently highlighted as a core strength of the show.

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#53
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#117
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Apple Podcasts
#121
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Apple Podcasts
#169
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#246
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Maximum Utcast - 16 - Love is in the Air
Q: How did you start in game development and what were your early influences?
Toby describes drawing inspiration from early freeware and indie titles, including Cave Story and the 2D arcade-action focus of that era, which shaped Love Eternal's design ethos and emphasis on atmosphere.
Maximum Utcast - 15 - Abiding, Correcting, and Disclosing
Q: How do you plan to keep the horror level engaging without overdoing punishments?
We're exploring ways to punish players in a meaningful way without making it feel too harsh, possibly locking some endings based on player choices.
Maximum Utcast - 15 - Abiding, Correcting, and Disclosing
Q: What will players be doing in your new game, Abide?
Players will engage in a first-person horror narrative, performing chores during the day and stealthily exploring at night while building relationships with characters.
Maximum Utcast - 13 - Sexy Adventure Games and GOTY '25
Q: Should we start doing that is my question?
It's a weird one. It's got some connotations that I'm not very comfortable with.
Maximum Utcast - 13 - Sexy Adventure Games and GOTY '25
Q: What is your favorite game of the year?
That was spoilers to anybody, like the list for game of the year isn't going to be out until Saturday, but yeah, Stray Children was my favorite game this year.

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Engaging with a diverse range of topics centered around video games and pop culture, this podcast features lively discussions combining humor, nostalgia, and personal experiences. Hosts frequently explore themes such as video game nostalgia, cultural impacts of gaming, and the connection between gameplay and life experiences. The inclusion of guests from various backgrounds, including industry professionals and other creators, enriches conversations that often weave in thoughtful commentary on representation and identity within the gaming landscape. Unique elements such as parent-child dynamics between the hosts and guest segments further distinguish the content.

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Recent guests on Maximum Utcast include:

1. Toby Alden
2. Talha Kaya
3. Kelsey Powers
4. Sarah Carapace
5. Abram Buehner
6. John-Charles Holmes
7. Tony Ponce
8. Matt Bozon

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