GamesLifer
5 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 year ago -A new videogames podcast from former co-commentator on GamesMaster and producer/presenter of Games World, Rik Henderson. In each episode, Rik interviews someone from the games industry or for whom games have played a significant role in his, her or their life. They also reveal the five games that have meant the most to them - not just the best games, but the most important for whatever reason.
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Episodes
Mike Channell (Outside Xbox)
May 15, 2023 15:49 - 1 hour - 120 MBThe GamesLifer Podcast returns with an all-new episode - this time featuring Outside Xbox host and renowned games journalist, Mike Channell. Mike shares his five "Games of a Lifetime" - the most memorable titles that have made the most significant impact on his life, plus talks about the leap from magazine writer to YouTube sensation. And gives us some insight on his stint presenting with Top Gear. So listen to this fascinating, extended episode and also check out the Outside Xbox YouTube ...
Dominik Diamond
October 11, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 144 MBGamesLifer is back with the biggest episode yet. Not only is it a double-sized edition, but Rik finally reunites with the original host of GamesMaster, Dominik Diamond, after nigh-on 25 years. You could subtitle it Rik and Dom in Da Bungalow, if you were a bit sad. The TV gaming legend gives us his five most meaningful games and so much more, as the old friends reminisce about the show, the 90s in general and, yes, THAT Christmas special. Plus, Dominik gives us his opinion and stance on th...
Chris Barraclough (Tech Spurt)
December 20, 2021 07:00 - 57 minutes - 105 MBThe third episode of GamesLifer is here and Rik talks to Tech Spurt creator and host, Chris Barraclough. He reveals what it's like to be a successful crime novel author, how dabbling in making videos about tech has become his full time gig, and how it all started with writing games reviews online. We also find out his top 5 most meaningful games. You can check out Tech Spurt on YouTube right here. GamesLifer is hosted and produced by Rik Henderson (Twitter: @RikHenderson). Music is "Happ...
Guy Cocker
November 12, 2021 06:00 - 53 minutes - 98 MBIn the second episode of GamesLifer, Rik speaks to ex-editor of GameSpot UK and TV games and tech expert, Guy Cocker. He talks about his life in games, including his involvement in The Gamechangers, the BBC drama about Rockstar Games and the Houser brothers - which starred Harry Potter himself, Daniel Radcliffe - plus what it's like to be on the BAFTA Games Awards selection panel. Guy also reveals the five games that have meant the most to him in his lifetime so far. If you're interested i...
Alex Verrey (Big Boy Barry)
October 01, 2021 11:24 - 59 minutes - 110 MBIn the very first episode of GamesLifer, Rik talks to Alex Verrey - otherwise known as Big Boy Barry from Sky's 90s videogames show, Games World. He discusses his early gaming memories, how he started his career by being a contestant on GamesMaster, and chooses the five games that have meant the most to him over the years. Oh, and we also find out why it's not a great idea to drive a camera van the wrong way through a US car park entrance/exit. GamesLifer is hosted and produced by Rik Hen...