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The Indie Council Podcast

Jenny Windom
Indie Games
Indie Gaming
IGN Entertainment
Netflix Gaming
Apple Arcade
Playdate
Indie Game Coverage
Consolidation In the Gaming Industry
Passion-Driven Work
Employment and Layoffs
Journalism
Steam Next Fest
Summer Game Fest
Eurogamer
Rock Paper Shotgun
PAX East
GDC
PAL World
Playstation
Denny's

A weekly show all about indie games! Jill (The Indie Informer), Mike (Six One Indie), Janet (Gameonysus), and Jenny (Kimchica) are our resident indie experts, and they can't wait to delve into what makes this part of the industry so special. Expect news, game recommendations, and deeper dives into aspects of the game industry from these four folks who range from PR, marketing, influencer work, dev... more

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Latest Episodes

The Council convenes for the final time in 2025 to share their top 10 indies of the year AND award teams the custom accolades created oh so many years ago!

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The Indie Council is now in session! Today's topics include celebrating the indie game nominees for The Indie Game Awards and TGAs, as well as taking a look back at our bingo predictions for the year. Were we able to shout BINGO? Listen and find out!... more

A slower week for the Council as we brace for the final push before GOTY discussions. The big question: what are we playing and how do we determine what "counts" for Game of the Year talk? We also celebrate Nov 11th: the latest "indie wave" day where... more

The Indie Council shows up to this week's episode ready to welcome Halloween. Indie games are uniquely suited for horror, but we also shout out games for the less spooky-minded, so everyone can enjoy this autumnal time of year.

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Recent Guests

Haley MacLean
Video game lawyer and law expert
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Episode: Are We In Agreement? | The Indie Council #054
Xalavier Nelson Jr.
Creator behind El Paso Elsewhere and upcoming horror fantasy kidnapping sim
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Episode: GDC vs. PAX East | The Indie Council #023

Hosts

Jill Grote
Master of Ceremonies and host with expertise in indie games, actively engaging in discussions about various elements of the indie gaming industry.
Mike Towner
Co-host with a focus on indie games, bringing insights from his creative role in the gaming industry.
Janet Garcia
Co-host known for her storytelling and insights into indie game culture and development.
Jenny Windham
Co-host sharing her passion for indie games and contributing to lively discussions about the gaming landscape.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 54 ratings
  • Very enjoyable

    This podcast has become my go-to to listen to while I work on my indie game! The hosts do sometimes talk over each other a bit too much, but I still love it and think it’s worth listening to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Birdytweets
    United States8 months ago
  • The hosts afte incredibly knowledgeable and passionate and its nice to focus on indies rather than AAA games.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    trumpetman
    2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the engaging discussions about various indie games and the personal touches brought by the hosts, highlighting their relatable anecdotes and expertise.
Many enjoy the camaraderie among the hosts, which adds a fun and approachable tone to industry insights, despite some noted instances of overlap in conversation during episodes.

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#59
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#199
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#128
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#212
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Are We In Agreement? | The Indie Council #054
Q: Haley, what are the top level takeaways from Pam?
Pam is here to help democratize publishing agreement data to level the playing field for indie developers and publishers.
Are We In Agreement? | The Indie Council #054
Q: Are you ready for your would you rather questions?
Yes, I'm ready!
Earthblade Update + Media Outreach Q&A | The Indie Council #050
Q: Does sharing our pitch deck help get coverage?
It's generally not effective to share a pitch deck meant for publishers when reaching out to journalists; instead, a review guide with relevant game information would be more useful.
Earthblade Update + Media Outreach Q&A | The Indie Council #050
Q: Should we ask for a review or only for a release announcement?
It's good to express your hope for a review, but also include information about the release announcement in your communications.
Earthblade Update + Media Outreach Q&A | The Indie Council #050
Q: Do we need a publisher or PR company to get coverage from media outlets?
It's not a requirement, but it can benefit you to have that representation, as they know how to approach journalists effectively.

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A dynamic and engaging weekly exploration of the indie gaming scene, featuring a passionate group of hosts who share their expertise across various facets of the industry. With discussions ranging from game recommendations and news updates to deeper analyses of trends and challenges within the indie sphere, the show highlights the unique stories behind indie games and the community that supports them. Notable topics of conversation include game censorship, the significance of indie awards, and personal anecdotes from gaming events, providing listeners with an insightful and entertaining experience that resonates with both casual gamers and industry enthusiasts alike.

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