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The Indie Council Podcast

Jenny Windom
Indie Games
Steam Next Fest
Summer Game Fest
Silksong
Indie Game Awards
Pax East
Indie Gaming
GDC
DICE Awards
Triple I Showcase
Mouthwashing
Dungeons Of Hinterburg
IGN Entertainment
Nintendo Switch 2
Subnautica 2
Krafton
2026 Gaming Trends
Playstation
Playdate
Fields Of Mistria

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 is in session! We've got our new monthly format, which means a lot of news to cover in addition to lots of indies played! Not only that: SGF is coming, with the avalanche of showcases in it's wake! What're we hoping for this year? Listen ... more

The Council has been running around recently, playing games, checking out PAX East, gearing up for a major indie showcase, and… I know there was something else important…oh yeah:

This is Mike’s last episode of The Indie Council.(We love you, Mike!)

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The Council has returned from a travel-filled March! Janet and Jill talk through their GDC experience, and we share the latest games we've been diving into.

The Indie Council is now in session ~ today's topic? Games that bring us comfort in hard times.

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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
Strange Scaffold
Episode: GDC vs. PAX East | The Indie Council #023

Hosts

Jill Grote
Master of Ceremonies and indie industry commentator with ties to The Indie Informer and The Indie Council Podcast.
Mike Towndrow
Host with a background in indie community work and development, contributing to coverage and discussions.
Janet Garcia
Guest-turned-co-host with experience in indie game media and community engagement.
Jenny Windham
Council member and advocate for wholesome, accessible indie gaming initiatives.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 56 ratings
  • Independant games, talked about in podcast form!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Hall of mirrors
    2 months ago
  • Very enjoyable

    This podcast has become my go-to to listen to while I work on my indie game! đź’•

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Birdytweets
    United States4 months ago
  • 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 Statesa year ago
  • The hosts afte incredibly knowledgeable and passionate and its nice to focus on indies rather than AAA games.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    trumpetman
    3 years ago

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Listeners cite the show as a go-to for indie game insight while working (great for focus).
Praise the hosts' camaraderie and practical industry takeaways.
A strong appeal for indie developers and marketers seeking current market context.
Noted trade-off: some episodes have hosts talking over each other, but content remains valuable.

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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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What is The Indie Council Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A weekly roundtable focused on indie games, news, and industry trends, featuring four seasoned hosts who come from PR, marketing, development, and content creation. Episodes spotlight convention coverage, notable demos, publishing moves, and evolving formats in the indie scene, with candid discussions about events like PAX and GDC, plus hands-on impressions of upcoming titles. The show stands out for its upbeat camaraderie, real-world industry insights, and a willingness to critique—while celebrating indie creativity and community-driven showcases.

Listeners likely include indie developers, PR and marketing pros, journalists, and hobbyists who want actionable industry context, practical game recommendations, and a sense of community around... more

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