Best Pete Yates Podcasts (2024)

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HELL IS OTHER PEOPLE? 21:50

22h ago21:50

21:50

In this podcast, I discuss the proposition that "Hell is other people" which is found in Sartre's play Hui Clos (1944). I draw on my own reflections, and the works of Freud and Hegel rather than closely following the original play. [Free. 22 minutes.]By Pete Yates

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The Games Industry Is Doing Fine! ft. Kelsey Gamble 57:03

6d ago57:03

57:03

Ruby is joined by former Bethesda and League of Geeks employee and current New Blood Interactive studio mother Kelsey Gamble to talk all about the highs, lows, and daunting present of the video games industry. It's a classic case of 'If you don't laugh, you'll cry'. Find Kelsey here: https://twitter.com/kindofsquishy https://www.instagram.com/kindo…

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Remakes 'n' Remasters: The Definitive Edition ft. Snugboy 57:49

14d ago57:49

57:49

Ruby is joined by gaming YouTuber and resident silly billy Snugboy to talk about the seemingly endless business of remakes, remasters, re-imaginings, re-releases, (re)ports, and maybe more! While this IS called The Definitive Edition of this podcast episode, PocketBuds does reserve the right to remake this episode to include a new hat, and re-relea…

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EQUALITY, NIETZSCHE, SOCIAL DARWINISM 21:12

18d ago21:12

21:12

In this podcast, I take issue with a range of pleas for inequality in society. I examine the idea that inequality is "natural", and the mobilisation of Darwin's account of evolution to propagandise for that idea and find these wanting. I criticise the notion that equality as a desideratum is inimical to freedom. I examine the way in which Nietzsche…

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Sculpting A Sexier You (In A Video Game) ft. Gus Ronald 56:16

21d ago56:16

56:16

Ruby is joined by her boss and bestie Gus Ronald to talk about the creative world of character customisation in video games. From making a character so gorgeous that even the gods above struggle to avert their gaze, all the way to constructing a horrible monstrosity that could get you sent straight to gamer jail, we've got you covered. Find us onli…

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The Floptacular World of Doctor Who Games ft. Will Yates 54:01

28d ago54:01

54:01

Ruby is joined by co-host of ETTO, former Good Game personality, current editor for Back Pocket and ongoing friend and coworker to Ruby, Will Yates, to talk about a topic that he is EXTREMELY well-versed in: the realm of games based around the BBC's longest-running sci-fi series, Doctor Who. Join the two as they discuss the rare few Doctor Who game…

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OPTIMISM OF THE WILL, PESSIMISM OF THE INTELLECT - INTERESTING TIMES 80 30:24

29d ago30:24

30:24

In this podcast, I apply Gramsci's concepts of optimism of the will and pessimism of the intellect to some recent news items in order to expose the propaganda nature of their reporting by the BBC and other MSM, to expose the "common sense" and natural seeming language of the broadcasters, which however obscures reality whilst pretending to illlumin…

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Laying A Video Game Easter Egg ft. Joel Duscher & Jackson Baly 57:14

1M ago57:14

57:14

Ruby is joined by the hosts of Thumb Cramps, Plumbing the Death Star, and Baseless Speculation, as well as two of her most favourite dumb boys Joel Duscher & Jackson Baly, to discover their love of video game easter eggs. Considering there's not really such a thing as an 'expert' on video game easter eggs, it only made sense that we ended up going …

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Video Games Belong In A Museum ft. Chloe Appleby & Chris Redman 47:04

1M ago47:04

47:04

Ruby is joined by Powerhouse games curator Chloe Appleby and variable media conservator Chris Redman to discuss the ups, downs, and all arounds of video game preservation, and what Australia's museum world is doing to keep gaming's history intact. Apparently, putting a copy of Dr. Kawashima's Brain Training in a jar of vinegar is NOT a viable way t…

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"LIFE IS ONLY REDEEMED THROUGH ART" - HOW SO? 24:32

1M ago24:32

24:32

In this podcast, I reflect on Nietzsche's apercu that "life is only redeemed through art". I consider social, cultural, political and individual aspects of the question. I ask, what help, if any, such reflections might give us when we are faced with the necessity of changing our brutal reality which is that business as usual is not an option if we …

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Making Gay Games As A Gay Who Games ft. Pete Foley 51:14

2M ago51:14

51:14

Ruby is joined by Pete Foley, the co-founder of award-winning Australian indie games studio Fuzzy Ghost (Queer Man Peering Into A Rock Pool.jpg, Janet DeMornay is a Slumlord and a Witch) to talk about making gay games, making games with gays, and the representation of LGBTQ+ people in the video game world. Slay! Find Fuzzy Ghost games here: https:/…

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WHAT IS FASCISM? 4 - SATURN EATS HIS SON & THE DEATH INSTINCT 23:58

2M ago23:58

23:58

In this wide-ranging podcast, I interpret Goya's painting of the early 1820s, Saturn Eating His Son. This leads me to considerations of Freud's notion of Thanatos or the death instinct, Nietzsche's readings of human cruelty and its relationship to the will to power, current affairs and recent history, particularly with respect to all too common org…

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CAMPUS BUMS OR HOPE FOR THE FUTURE? ON STUDENT PROTESTS - INTERESTING TIMES 79 27:49

2M ago27:49

27:49

In this podcast, I take issue with Professor Steven Pinker's take on the campus protests now spreading through the student body in the USA as revealed by an interview he did with the Radio 4 Today Programme this morning. I also tease out historical resonances with the student unrest that was, like the current protests, also initiated at Columbia Un…

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There's Something About Video Game Music ft. Dan Golding 1:04:42

2M ago1:04:42

1:04:42

Ruby is joined by deputy chair of media and communication at Swinburne University, the host of Screen Sounds on ABC classic, and award winning video game composer and journalist Dan Golding to talk about a shared love of theirs: video game music. And yes, Dan really was in Dili Allstars. Find Dan here: https://dangolding.com/ https://www.abc.net.au…

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What Do You Even Do At GDC? ft. JoJo Zhou 46:27

2M ago46:27

46:27

Ruby is joined by your friendly neighbourhood dramaturg and lead writer for Massive monster JoJo Zhou to talk about their jam-packed and highly educational experience at this year's Game Developer's Conference. Ruby and JoJo also have some million-dollar game ideas. Find JoJo here: https://www.instagram.com/jojothezhou/ https://www.twitter.com/jojo…

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DODGY DAVE? - INTERESTING TIMES 78 16:23

2M ago16:23

16:23

In this podcast, I engage with the UK's Foreign Secretary's pronouncements on the Iranian missile attack on Israel. I argue that the FS' reflections are contradictory and incoherent and reflect the deep dysfunctionality at the heart of UK politics, culture, social arrangements and education system. [Free. 17 minutes.]…

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RETALIATION - INTERESTING TIMES 77 20:31

2M ago20:31

20:31

In this podcast, I reflect on Iran's retaliatory drone attack on Israel, which we expected in the previous podcast and which subsequently happened. I examine configurations in the region which may lead to further escalation and the ramifications globally should this happen. I also consider the authoritarianism in the West, which is growing rapidly,…

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THE DIN OF RATTLING SABRES - INTERESTING TIMES 76 16:54

2M ago16:54

16:54

In this podcast, I reflect on growing geo-political tensions around Iran's intent to retaliate against Israel's attack on its Damascus embassy in which several prominent members of Iran's military were assassinated. I include in my considerations some of the cultural effects of these developments in the UK, particularly the calls for conscription, …

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Everybody Loves Princess Peach Showtime! ft. Cass Paige 55:02

2M ago55:02

55:02

Ruby is joined by host of Sanspants Radio's Shut Up A Second and Being Hot Is Hard, Cass Paige, to talk all about Nintendo's newest masterpiece, Princess Peach Showtime! Just two princesses being queens. Find Cass here: https://www.sanspantsradio.com/presenters/cass-paige/ https://www.instagram.com/casscasspaige/ https://twitter.com/casscasspaige F…

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Why Is D&D Everywhere Now? ft. Zac Naoum 52:15

3M ago52:15

52:15

Ruby is joined by D&D YouTuber and DM of I Speak Giant, Zac Naoum to talk about why the world outside of nerds is so in love with Dungeons & Dragons. And also the world inside of nerds. No, not like that. Find Zac here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCS8fdPNO8SmYO3GoUmEuOag https://www.twitch.tv/ZacSpeaksGiant https://twitter.com/zacnaoum https:/…

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Oh, Halo! How Are You? ft. Peter Burns 56:41

3M ago56:41

56:41

Ruby is joined by her Back Pocket co-host and also her boss Peter Burns to talk all about the expansive world that is the Halo universe. Also yes, I know that having two Peter's in a row is crazy. Life is just a little crazy sometimes. Find Peter here: https://twitter.com/pierreth https://www.instagram.com/pierreth Find us online: https://backpocke…

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MUSIC - UP THROUGH THE WOODS 4:41

3M ago4:41

4:41

Guitar improvisation [Free. 4 mins 41 secs]By Pete Yates

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Tommy Stella - ATGLive March 21, 2024 27:12

3M ago27:12

27:12

Join Pete Fletzer and Nick Mielke on a special episode of Around the Galaxy's Force Connect segment as they delve into the vibrant Star Wars universe with comic book writer and internet personality, Tommy Stella. Based in New York, Tommy is known for crafting surreal and fantastical stories that captivate audiences worldwide. In this exclusive 20-2…

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The Wacky World of Licensed Games ft. Minimme 1:00:13

3M ago1:00:13

1:00:13

Ruby is joined by YouTuber and licensed video game appreciator Peter a.k.a Minimme to discuss the humble beginnings, the rises and falls, and the much-needed evolution of licensed video games. You've heard of 'what if movie was video game', and also 'what if video game was movie', but now it's time for 'what if video game was video game of movie'. …

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Star Wars News: Did You Hear That week of March 14, 2024 18:11

3M ago18:11

18:11

Welcome to 'Did You Hear That?' - your premier source for all things Star Wars, where we dissect the galaxy's latest news and developments with hosts Pete Fletzer and Nick Mielke. This week, we dive into the speculation surrounding actor Dane DeLiegro's hints about the release of 'Skeleton Crew' on Disney Plus. Plus, an exclusive update on Jake Llo…

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John Rocha - ATGLive March 14, 2024 28:40

3M ago28:40

28:40

Welcome to another thrilling episode of "Around the Galaxy," your premier destination for all things Star Wars. Hosted by Pete Fletzer, this week's episode is jam-packed with excitement as we dive deep into the heart of the Star Wars universe alongside our special guest, the legendary John "The Outlaw" Rocha. In this week's installment, we are hono…

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Video Game Mascots (Mainly Gex) ft. Izzy Kestrel 40:15

3M ago40:15

40:15

Ruby is joined by the internet's leading expert on all things Gex, game designer Izzy Kestrel, to talk about the world of video game mascots and why so many of them have fallen off. To be specific, why Gex fell off and what she's doing to keep his memory alive. Find Izzy here: https://iznaut.com/ https://twitter.com/iznaut https://iznaut.itch.io/ F…

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Clinton Yates, Part Two - Top Ten 37:11

3M ago37:11

37:11

Join us for a special bonus episode of Around the Galaxy as we delve into the Star Wars fandom with none other than Clinton Yates, the renowned columnist, television commentator, and host at ESPN. In this exclusive segment, Clinton shares his insights as a Star Wars fan, answering our 10 burning questions about his favorite characters, memorable mo…

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Brandon Wainerdi - ATGLive March 7, 2024 27:21

3M ago27:21

27:21

Join Pete Fletzer and Nick Mielke, your hosts on a journey to explore the captivating world behind the Star Wars fandom. While typically delving into hour-long conversations, their live YouTube talk show, ATGLive, offers a special Thursday segment known as Force Connect. In these engaging 20-25 minute discussions, they invite friends from across th…

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The Art Of Video Games ft. Jack Kirby Crosby 47:31

3M ago47:31

47:31

Ruby is joined by the art lead for Wood + Weather, art director of Moving Out 2, and co-host of Dice Paper Role, Jack Kirby Crosby. As Jack is what you'd call an artisté, it only seemed fitting that they discuss an age-old debate: are video games art? Buy Dice Paper Role MICF tickets here: https://www.comedyfestival.com.au/2024/shows/dice-paper-rol…

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Clinton Yates, Part One - ESPN, Star Wars and Sports 43:15

4M ago43:15

43:15

Join Pete Fletzer and Nick Mielke on this week's episode of Around the Galaxy as they sit down with Clinton Yates, a prominent columnist, television commentator, and host for ESPN, and one of the voices behind ESPN's official Star Wars Podcast, Never Tell Me The Odds.In this captivating conversation, Clinton shares his Star Wars Origin Story, offer…

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Arda Öcal - ATGLive February 29, 2024 1:07:25

4M ago1:07:25

1:07:25

Join us for an electrifying live episode of ATGLive on Thursday, February 29th at 8pm EST! Hosts Pete Fletzer and Nick Mielke are gearing up to bring you the latest Star Wars news, exclusive interviews, and your voice mails at 504-321-1501. In this special episode, we have a star-studded lineup featuring Arda Ocal from ESPN and the Star Wars podcas…

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Look What We Dredged Up ft. Joel & Mikey from Black Salt Games 43:40

4M ago43:40

43:40

Ruby is joined by Joel Mason and Mikey Bastiaens from Black Salt Games to talk about the success of their spooky fishing game Dredge, the ups and downs of fishing game mechanics, and what goes into making a truly hyucked up fish. Buy DREDGE here: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1562430/DREDGE/ Find the boys here: https://twitter.com/bsg_joel htt…

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Alex Arnold - Indiana Jones Adventures 48:51

4M ago48:51

48:51

Join Pete Fletzer and Nick Mielke on Episode 197 of Around the Galaxy, the Star Wars Fan Talk Show, as he delves into the thrilling world of Indiana Jones with special guest Alex Arnold. In this week's adventure, co-host Nick Mielke takes a solo journey into the realm of Indiana Jones and Indiana Jones collecting, exploring Alex's remarkable collec…

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Corey Ryan Forrester - ATGLive February 22, 2024 1:11:25

4M ago1:11:25

1:11:25

Tune in to the replay of our latest episode of ATGLive, where host Nick Mielke is joined by special guest host, the hilarious comedian Corey Ryan Forrester. Together, they dive deep into the galaxy far, far away to explore all the latest Star Wars news and controversies. In this engaging and entertaining episode, Nick and Corey dissect the most buz…

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Final Freakin' Fantasy VII ft. Ben Vernel 47:13

4M ago47:13

47:13

Ruby is joined by comedian and one-third of Filthy Casuals Ben Vernel to talk about the seemingly neverending saga that is the Compilation of Final Fantasy VII. This topic broke Ruby beyond repair. Now let's mosey. Find Ben here: https://twitter.com/benvernel https://www.instagram.com/benvernel/ https://www.filthycasuals.com.au/ Find us online: htt…

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Tom Spina - ATGLive February 15, 2024 1:07:11

4M ago1:07:11

1:07:11

Welcome to ATGLive, the ultimate destination for Star Wars enthusiasts everywhere! Join us as we delve into the galaxy far, far away, exploring the latest headlines, dissecting key insights, and engaging with our audience in real-time. In this special episode from February 15, 2024, we are honored to host Tom Spina of Tom Spina Designs and Regal Ro…

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YouTube, Mega64, & You ft. Garrett Hunter 53:05

4M ago53:05

53:05

Ruby is joined by special effects/make-up artist for Mega64 and player of the PPS Garrett Hunter to talk about his work with Mega64, their mutual love and appreciation for broadcast radio, and why everybody is leaving YouTube. And now, here's Don't Stop Believing' by Journey. Find Garrett here: https://twitter.com/GarrettHunter https://mega64.com/ …

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Heather Antos - ATGLive February 8, 2024 1:07:19

4M ago1:07:19

1:07:19

Welcome to ATGLive, your go-to podcast for your weekly fix of Star Wars news and analysis! Join hosts Pete Fletzer and Nick Mielke as they journey through the latest headlines and stories from the expansive Star Wars universe. In this special episode aired on February 8th, 2024, we are honored to have Heather Antos, a distinguished comic book edito…

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THOUGHT FOR TODAY - INTERESTING TIMES 75 27:41

4M ago27:41

27:41

In this podcast we take a critical look at the output of BBC Radio 4's Today Programme which has an influential position in the distribution of news to the UK. We take a couple of examples for closer scrutiny, the daily homiletic Thought for Today slot, and a particular interview with opposition shadow Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves, on…

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