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Rituals That Make Studios Better
May 25, 2026
14m 37s
How Game Leaders Balance Teams And Stakeholders
May 11, 2026
15m 41s
Strategic Vision In Game Development
Apr 20, 2026
14m 17s
Game Development Leadership When Nothing Is Certain
Apr 6, 2026
14m 34s
Gratitude Is Leadership
Mar 29, 2026
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/25/26 |  Rituals That Make Studios Better✨ | production ritualsvideo game studios+4 | — | — | — | ritualsmeetings+3 | — | 14m 37s | |
| 5/11/26 |  How Game Leaders Balance Teams And Stakeholders✨ | game leadershipteam dynamics+3 | — | Press Start Leadership | — | game leadershipteam management+3 | — | 15m 41s | |
| 4/20/26 |  Strategic Vision In Game Development✨ | game developmentstrategic vision+3 | — | — | — | game developmentstrategic vision+3 | — | 14m 17s | |
| 4/6/26 |  Game Development Leadership When Nothing Is Certain✨ | game developmentleadership+4 | — | — | — | game developmentleadership+3 | — | 14m 34s | |
| 3/29/26 |  Gratitude Is Leadership✨ | gratitudeleadership+3 | — | — | — | gratitudeleadership+3 | — | 16m 15s | |
| 3/9/26 |  The Hardest Question In Game Development✨ | game developmentleadership+3 | — | — | — | game developmentleadership+3 | — | 14m 29s | |
| 2/22/26 |  How Clear, Concise, Constant, And Consistent Communication Transforms A Studio✨ | communicationleadership+3 | — | Press Start Leadership | — | communicationleadership+3 | — | 17m 43s | |
| 2/8/26 |  How To Take Over An Existing Team Without Breaking It✨ | team leadershipvideo game teams+3 | — | — | — | team takeoverleadership+3 | — | 19m 34s | |
| 2/1/26 |  Balancing Optimism And Realism In Game Development Leadership✨ | game developmentleadership+5 | — | Press Start Leadership | — | game developmentleadership+5 | — | 16m 53s | |
| 1/19/26 |  Balancing Freedom And Accountability In Game Development Leadership✨ | game developmentleadership+4 | — | Press Start Leadership | — | game developmentleadership philosophy+5 | — | 16m 52s | |
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| 1/4/26 |  How To Start Strong As A New Video Game Leader | Tell us what you thought of the episode and any topics you would like us to cover! New role, new studio, real stakes. We explore how to make your first 90 days as a game leader count, drawing on Michael Watkins’ proven framework and years of hard-won lessons from creative, technical, and production floors. From the first one-on-ones to the first visible win, we walk through a practical playbook for earning trust, reducing risk, and setting a durable pace. We start with the discovery mindset:... | 15m 49s | ||||||
| 12/29/25 |  From Chaos To Clarity: Monthly, Weekly, Daily For Game Leaders | Tell us what you thought of the episode and any topics you would like us to cover! Creative work thrives when leaders build space for it. We dive into a practical planning system for studio leads and producers that transforms constant reacting into calm, focused progress—without smothering spontaneity. Across a fast-moving production cycle, we map out how monthly direction, weekly momentum, and daily clarity help you protect your team’s attention, sustain your energy, and ship better work. W... | 16m 33s | ||||||
| 12/21/25 |  Back To Basics Leadership | Tell us what you thought of the episode and any topics you would like us to cover! If leadership is a game, the winning mechanic is clarity. We take you back to the basics that never age in a fast, volatile industry: communicate with purpose, lead with empathy, model accountability, state expectations clearly, and adapt without losing the thread. Whether you’re stepping into your first lead role or recalibrating after your tenth milestone, these principles help you steer through shifting prio... | 16m 58s | ||||||
| 12/15/25 |  Why Great Leaders Never Stop Learning In A Fast-Changing Games Industry | Tell us what you thought of the episode and any topics you would like us to cover! Curiosity is the only edge that doesn’t age. We open the hood on how learning shapes leadership in the games industry, tracing the journey from junior enthusiasm to mid-level complacency to senior humility—and how each stage can either stall or supercharge a team. Along the way, we dig into the habits that keep leaders relevant when engines update, monetization models flip, and player expectations sprint ahead.... | 17m 36s | ||||||
| 11/30/25 |  From Game Worlds To Global Franchises: How Leaders Grow IP Into Film, TV, And More | Tell us what you thought of the episode and any topics you would like us to cover! Ready to grow your game world into something bigger without losing what makes it special? We explore how studio leaders expand an IP into film, TV, comics, books, and live experiences while keeping creative integrity, fan trust, and team health front and center. From first principles to advanced governance, this is a practical field guide for builders who want a franchise, not a flash in the pan. We start by d... | 28m 03s | ||||||
| 11/23/25 |  Remote Leadership That Actually Works | Tell us what you thought of the episode and any topics you would like us to cover! Creativity does not vanish when teams spread across time zones; it needs a smarter operating system. We dive deep into how modern game leaders turn remote and distributed work into a durable advantage, from crisp communication frameworks to human-centered practices that keep teams aligned, motivated, and shipping. Drawing on real-world patterns across indie and AAA, we map the leadership moves that matter most ... | 19m 20s | ||||||
| 11/16/25 |  From Pitch Rooms To Panels: Mastering Debate And Public Speaking For Game Leadership | Tell us what you thought of the episode and any topics you would like us to cover! Imagine walking into a pitch room knowing exactly how to connect hearts, satisfy minds, and earn trust—all in a few decisive minutes. That’s the edge we explore as we break down how debate and public speaking transform game leaders from competent to compelling, whether you’re asking for funding, rallying a team mid-production, or speaking to a skeptical community after a setback. We share the skill tree of mod... | 18m 46s | ||||||
| 11/9/25 |  How Game Studios Find, Prove, And Protect Competitive Advantage | Tell us what you thought of the episode and any topics you would like us to cover! The game industry doesn’t reward the loudest pitch; it rewards the clearest edge. We dig into what truly sets a studio apart and how to turn that into momentum players feel, investors back, and teams rally behind. If you’ve ever said “our game is fun” or “we’re passionate,” this is your friendly wake‑up call to get specific, testable, and defensible. We start by mapping the competitive landscape so you see whe... | 18m 35s | ||||||
| 11/2/25 |  Why Reactive Leaders Burn Out Studios And How Proactive Leaders Build Resilience | Tell us what you thought of the episode and any topics you would like us to cover! Volatility is the rule in game development, not the exception—so why do so many studios still lead by firefighting? We dig into the mindset and mechanics of proactive leadership and show how foresight, transparency, and disciplined planning protect people and projects when the market whiplashes. Drawing on real industry patterns like crunch culture, reactive layoffs, and rushed launches, we map out a practical ... | 17m 36s | ||||||
| 10/26/25 |  Balancing Scarcity And Growth In The Games Industry | Tell us what you thought of the episode and any topics you would like us to cover! Growth without restraint breaks studios. Scarcity without vision shrinks them. We dig into a practical way forward: carry the hard-won lessons of lean times into the rush of good times, and treat balance as a leadership operating system rather than a nice idea. Using a yin and yang lens, we map how reflection, discipline, and conservation can live alongside expansion, ambition, and speed—so teams create better ... | 18m 28s | ||||||
| 10/19/25 |  Why The Games Industry Must Choose Empathy And Ditch Late-Game Capitalism | Tell us what you thought of the episode and any topics you would like us to cover! The games industry is booming on paper, yet the people who build and play the games feel the strain. We unpack why record revenues can coexist with layoffs, crunch, and predatory monetization—and make the case that empathy is not just moral, it’s an edge. This conversation is a candid roadmap for leaders who want sustainable studios, loyal communities, and creative work they’re proud to ship. We start by namin... | 17m 26s | ||||||
| 10/5/25 |  Building Creative IP Ecosystems for Sustainable Franchise Growth | Tell us what you thought of the episode and any topics you would like us to cover! Fans don’t move in straight lines—they discover worlds through shows, comics, streams, and, yes, games. We dive into how creative IP ecosystems transform a single release into a living franchise by aligning story, timing, and partnerships across mediums without losing the heart of the original world. From Arcane re-energizing League of Legends to The Witcher’s journey from novels to games to streaming, we unpac... | 18m 06s | ||||||
| 9/28/25 |  Network or Burnout: The Entrepreneur's Choice | Tell us what you thought of the episode and any topics you would like us to cover! The difference between thriving and burning out as a game industry entrepreneur often comes down to one critical factor that's rarely discussed: your support system. While creative talent and technical skills are essential, navigating the unpredictable waters of game development without a strong network of relationships is a recipe for isolation, missed opportunities, and eventual collapse. Entrepreneurship in... | 16m 20s | ||||||
| 9/21/25 |  Finding Your Zen in Game Dev Chaos | Tell us what you thought of the episode and any topics you would like us to cover! Ever feel like you're constantly fighting fires instead of leading with purpose? The relentless pace of game development creates a unique pressure cooker for leaders. Deadlines loom, market conditions shift overnight, creative visions clash, and somehow you're expected to navigate it all while keeping your team motivated and projects on track. What if there was a better way? Not by doing more, but by being mor... | 15m 19s | ||||||
| 9/14/25 |  The Art of Game Pitching: One Sheet to Deal | Tell us what you thought of the episode and any topics you would like us to cover! Transforming brilliant game ideas into pitches that secure deals requires mastering a specific art form. For developers navigating the business side of game production, creating compelling pitch materials isn't just helpful—it's essential for survival. This episode unveils a practical roadmap that takes you from the foundation of your pitch ecosystem—the one-sheet—to comprehensive materials that align teams an... | 16m 04s | ||||||
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