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BAFTA 2026: More Categories, Bigger Questions (Episode 282)
Jun 18, 2026
33m 43s
God of War: Laufey Trailer Reaction - Episode 281
Jun 11, 2026
26m 55s
BAFTA 2026: Half the Awards, All the Opinions (Episode 280)
Jun 4, 2026
36m 19s
GTS Girls Sports and P.E. Part 2
Jun 2, 2026
41m 12s
Girls Sports and P.E Part 01 - Our School Sports Origins (Episode 278)
May 21, 2026
32m 48s
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
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| 6/18/26 | BAFTA 2026: More Categories, Bigger Questions (Episode 282) | Picking up from Family Game, Alex, Jem, and Matt work through Audio Achievement, Music, Narrative, New IP, and Debut Game — with Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 casting a long shadow over most of the conversation. Matt has strong feelings about this game. The team has questions about nominations versus wins. Especially when Jem brings some eye-opening numbers about just how many games were in contention before the nominations list was even drawn up. Representation runs as a thread throughout. Jem... | 33m 43s | ||||||
| 6/11/26 | God of War: Laufey Trailer Reaction - Episode 281✨ | game trailer reactioncharacter design+3 | — | God of War: LaufeyPlayStation+1 | — | God of WarLaufey+6 | — | 26m 55s | |
| 6/4/26 | BAFTA 2026: Half the Awards, All the Opinions (Episode 280)✨ | BAFTA Games Awardsvideo game categories+4 | — | MultiplayerArtistic Achievement+6 | — | BAFTAGames Awards+5 | — | 36m 19s | |
| 6/2/26 | GTS Girls Sports and P.E. Part 2✨ | Girls SportsPhysical Education+3 | — | Gaming The SystemBlueSky+4 | — | Girls SportsPhysical Education+3 | — | 41m 12s | |
| 5/21/26 | Girls Sports and P.E Part 01 - Our School Sports Origins (Episode 278)✨ | girls sportsphysical education+4 | AlexJem | cerebral palsy | — | girls sportsphysical education+4 | — | 32m 48s | |
| 5/14/26 | The Dark Matter of Gaming: Attitudes & Wellbeing Part 2 (Episode 277)✨ | gamingmental health+4 | — | Oxford | — | gamingmental health+4 | — | 29m 48s | |
| 5/10/26 | Gaming the Guilt: Shame, Pressure, and What Healthy Gaming Really Looks Like (Episode 276)✨ | mental healthgaming+4 | — | Oxford Internet Institute | — | screen timemental well-being+3 | — | 26m 50s | |
| 4/30/26 | Mount Rushmore of Gaming Part 02 (Episode 275)✨ | gaming iconsMount Rushmore+3 | AlexJem | Gaming the SystemPatreon+4 | — | gamingMount Rushmore+5 | — | 34m 24s | |
| 4/23/26 | Mount Rushmore of Gaming Part 01 (Episode 274)✨ | gaming iconsMount Rushmore+3 | AlexJem | Gaming the SystemPatreon+3 | — | gamingMount Rushmore+4 | — | 34m 58s | |
| 4/16/26 | 273 - GTS News: New study on Misogynistic Abuse in gaming✨ | misogyny in gamingfeminism+3 | — | Sex RolesLeague of Legends | — | misogynistic abusewomen gamers+3 | — | 55m 34s | |
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| 4/9/26 | GTS News: DLSS 5 Slop, Accessibility Non-features and Fortnite V-Bucks Inflation (Episode 272)✨ | Nvidia DLSS 5 controversyFortnite currency devaluation+3 | — | DLSS 5Fortnite+2 | — | DLSS 5Fortnite+5 | — | 32m 34s | |
| 4/2/26 | 271 - Gaming for the CV Part 2 - Soft Skills✨ | soft skillsgaming+5 | — | Slay the SpireSoulsborne games+15 | — | soft skillsgaming+7 | — | 1h 05m 21s | |
| 3/26/26 | 270 - Gaming for the CV Part 1 - Hard Skills✨ | gaming skillsCV building+3 | Matt | University of RochesterAssassin’s Creed+3 | — | gaminghard skills+5 | — | 56m 18s | |
| 3/21/26 | Women in Games Part 2 - Who's Training the Machine? (Episode 269)✨ | Women in Gamesartificial intelligence+3 | — | Gemini | — | Women in Games Manifestogender gap+3 | — | 34m 20s | |
| 3/12/26 | The Balance Paradox: Women, Games & the Fight for Equity (Episode 268) | This week, Jem, Alex and Matt dig into the updated Women in Games (WIG) Manifesto, originally released in 2024 and refreshed in January 2026. With women making up at least 50% of gamers but only 24–30% of the games industry workforce, the imbalance is stark. But is a manifesto enough to move the needle? In this episode we cover: What the WIG Manifesto is actually saying and who toWhy "preaching to the choir" might not be as limiting as we thinkPolicy change isn't the goal, but it is a path to... | 31m 08s | ||||||
| 3/5/26 | 267 - Making a Man Out of GPU - Part 2 | The hosts discuss how visible identity affects prejudice and whether men are less likely to challenge toxic masculinity because they can “pass” as traditionally masculine through code switching. They explore the “crisis of masculinity,” arguing patriarchy harms everyone but disproportionately harms women, trans, and non-binary people, while wealth and power shape outcomes most. The conversation covers performative masculinity, loneliness and the incel movement as exploited vulnerability, and ... | 43m 21s | ||||||
| 2/26/26 | 266 - Making a Man Out of GPU - Part 1 | This episode continues a multi-part conversation on masculinity and “positive masculinity,” focusing on who gets to define masculinity and how the concept has changed throughout history. The discussion is sparked by China’s media crackdown on “effeminate men,” framed as promoting “revolutionary culture” and official morality, and explores how gender norms can function as social and political control in authoritarian systems and beyond. The speakers compare cultural expectations across China, ... | 46m 44s | ||||||
| 2/19/26 | 265 - Video Game Concerts: A Musical Adventure - Part 2 | Join us as we recount an incredible evening filled with live performances of iconic game soundtracks and encounters with talented composers. From the captivating music of 'Return' and 'Disco Elysium' to Gareth Coker’s breathtaking work for 'Ori and the Will of the Wisps,' this video takes you through the sheer brilliance of video game music live in concert. Plus, hear personal anecdotes from meeting composers like Bobby from 'Baldur's Gate III,' Chris from 'Cuphead,' and Andrew Wincott from '... | 36m 07s | ||||||
| 2/12/26 | 264 - Video Game Concerts: A Musical Adventure - Part 1 | In this episode of Gaming the System, join us as we dive into the enchanting world of live video game music performances. Our host recounts their recent experience at a world premiere concert of BAFTA-winning and nominated video game music at the South Bank Center in London, featuring compositions conducted by the renowned Austin Wintory. We also hear Matt's experience attending an Elden Ring concert at the Royal Albert Hall, discussing the immersive and transformative power of orchestral ren... | 28m 28s | ||||||
| 2/5/26 | Meeting Wayfarer's Rest - Sanding Tables and Crafting Community (Episode 263) | What does it take to turn a passion for gaming into a thriving high street fixture? In this episode, Alex and Jem sit down with Sarah and Katie, the founders of Wayfarer’s Rest in Godalming, Surrey, UK to discuss their journey from non-business backgrounds to creating a beloved community-led board game cafe. We dive into the "heart and soul" of the project. From the literal building of the counter to the never-ending sanding of the tables to the quirks of launching a business in a male-domina... | 51m 44s | ||||||
| 1/29/26 | 262 - GTS News! Rockstar Games' Union Controversy, AI's Impact on Gaming, and Roblox's Age Restrictions | In this episode, we delve into some pressing issues in the gaming industry as we kick off 2026. Alex discusses the allegations of union busting at Rockstar Games, where 30 employees were dismissed under controversial circumstances. We explore the implications of AI's growing demand for RAM and GPUs, potentially causing a 'RAM apocalypse' that could drive up hardware costs for gamers. Lastly, we examine Roblox's new age verification system aimed at protecting younger users, but fraught with ch... | 44m 56s | ||||||
| 1/22/26 | 261 - Christmas Game-cation and 2026 Predictions | In our first session recording of the year, we dive into an exciting discussion about our gaming activities over the Christmas holidays and look ahead to the games we're anticipating in the coming year. Join us as Jim shares his experiences with Expedition 33, ENS Shrouded, and Cozy Grove, while Matt recounts his time with The Outer Worlds 2 and the Dishonored series. Alex brings us her joy of playing Sherlock Holmes: Crimes and Punishments, the charming Plucky Squire, and the board game Toka... | 44m 57s | ||||||
| 1/15/26 | 260 - Gentle Men: Antidotal Masculinity | In this episode of Gaming the System, hosts Matt, Alex, and Gem dive deep into the impactful discussion of positive male role models in video games. They explore how characters like Spider-Man, Kratos from God of War, and Jin from Ghost of Tsushima portray evolving emotional intelligence and challenge traditional toxic masculinity. The conversation also touches upon how gaming can influence societal norms and the importance of nuanced characters for fostering emotional growth in both boys and... | 45m 26s | ||||||
| 1/8/26 | 259 - Social Deduction Games Part 2 | 📢 Support the Podcast! Let us know on BlueSky (@gamingthesystem.bsky.social), Instagram (@gamingthesystempodcast) or in the comments on YouTube! If you love Gaming The System, consider supporting us: 🔹 Patreon: patreon.com/gamingthesystem – get exclusive content! 🔹 PayPal Donations: gamingthesystem@gmail.com 🔹 Subscribe & Review: Share the podcast with fellow gamers! 🎙 Gaming The System releases new episodes every Thursday Thanks for listening, and remember – there’s always another game ... | 34m 22s | ||||||
| 1/1/26 | 258 - Social Deduction Games Part 1 | 📢 Support the Podcast! Let us know on BlueSky (@gamingthesystem.bsky.social), Instagram (@gamingthesystempodcast) or in the comments on YouTube! If you love Gaming The System, consider supporting us: 🔹 Patreon: patreon.com/gamingthesystem – get exclusive content! 🔹 PayPal Donations: gamingthesystem@gmail.com 🔹 Subscribe & Review: Share the podcast with fellow gamers! 🎙 Gaming The System releases new episodes every Thursday Thanks for listening, and remember – there’s always another game ... | 28m 20s | ||||||
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