30 episodes

Gaming Gaiden is a podcast that uncovers the side stories of the video game world. In our first ten episode season, we dive deep into the world of video game translators as well as what it was like to work at Electronic Gaming Monthly (EGM) in the 90s.

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Gaming Gaiden is a podcast that uncovers the side stories of the video game world. In our first ten episode season, we dive deep into the world of video game translators as well as what it was like to work at Electronic Gaming Monthly (EGM) in the 90s.

    S2E10: Street Fighter 6 Impressions

    S2E10: Street Fighter 6 Impressions

    The Street Fighter series is the series that we both love most deeply ... and superficially! In this episode, we discuss our impressions of the most recent "sixth" installment in the series that shaped so much of our gaming lives!

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    • 46 min
    S2E09: RetrogradeTom, Twitch Streamer

    S2E09: RetrogradeTom, Twitch Streamer

    Join us for an interview with RetrogradeTom, Twitch streamer extraordinaire! Tom provides us with an interesting and honest perspective on the reality of working in the relatively recent field of streaming video games. From streaming with no mic to going full-time with sponsorships, Tom has seen quite a bit, and he shares it all here! Check out his Twitch channel here: https://t.co/iRPc9U4DZO OR if you prefer VODs, check out the YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@RetrogradeTom

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    • 1 hr 17 min
    S2E08: Our Top Saturn Games

    S2E08: Our Top Saturn Games

    Come join the lovefest for the 32-bit 2D powerhouse that was the Sega Saturn! We lament its position in the market, and move on to discuss our personal histories with the system and, of course, our favorite games!

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    • 52 min
    S2E07: Japan Foundation - A Talk with Lena & Meg

    S2E07: Japan Foundation - A Talk with Lena & Meg

    We're joined this week by Megan and Lena, the current and former Associate Program Officers, respectively, for the Japan Foundation Los Angeles. This conversation covers an incredible breadth of topics including but not limited to: family histories, language learning, the definition of "anime," ethnic identity, the JLPT, and the failings of Japan's soft power campaign. Of course, this is all in addition to some very helpful grants that the Japan Foundation offers for Japanese language teachers: salary assistance & professional development. Be sure to check the JFLA website for more information: https://www.jflalc.org/grants-jle


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    • 1 hr 13 min
    S2E06: The Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT)

    S2E06: The Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT)

    This odd beast of a test has loomed large in our minds for many years. While Mike is generally stuck on the intermediate plateau of N3, Andrew strives for N1. In this episode, we discuss our experiences and understanding of the test. We also discuss the test's "validity" as a language assessment and offer some advice for our fellow test takers. If only the test had more video game content ...



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    • 1 hr 6 min
    S2E05: Kinsey Burke, Producer at Chuhai Labs

    S2E05: Kinsey Burke, Producer at Chuhai Labs

    In this episode, we interview Kinsey Burke, producer of games and media at Chuhai Labs. Kinsey has been a fixture in the retro gaming scene for many years with her own channel and regular features with the Metal Jesus Crew, but she is also hard at work on gaming in the here and now with hits like Cursed to Golf! See more from Kinsey at Chuhai Labs' Nasty Labs series: https://www.youtube.com/@chuhailabs/videos AND/OR her personal page: https://www.youtube.com/@KinsZilla/videos

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    • 1 hr 10 min

Customer Reviews

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3 Ratings

3 Ratings

David Peasley ,

New favorite gaming podcast

Wow! Thank you boys for making this! I grew up with every gaming mag subscription my parents would allow and have boxes of EGMs that I treasure. You guys are awesome and Mike is the man!!! Keep it up.

Jabrams007 ,

Deep Intelligent Conversations

Absolutely great interview and deep intelligent questions. A great deep dive into aspects of translation and Japanese culture. Looking forward to the next episode!

Highly recommended!

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