Neutral Good

In the final episode of Season 1, Tig recaps each episode and gives a taste of what's to come. This is the perfect episode for those who are new to Neutral Good and are looking for a place to dive in. Come listen to the highlights (or lowlights) of each episode in this season, which was all about #GamerGate. Shownotes and transcripts can be found on the website at www.neutralgoodpodcast.com/s1e10...

In this episode of Neutral Good, we catch up with Zoe Quinn post-Gamergate to explore their accomplishments. Despite facing harassment and hatred, Zoe continues to make an impact in the gaming industry. Links and shownotes at www.neutralgoodpodcast.com/s1e9 Crash Override Network website:  www.crashoverridenetwork.com Zoe Quinn's website for creative works and comics:  www.unburntwitch.c...

In Episode 8 of Neutral Good, host Tig takes a deep dive into the ongoing impact of Gamergate, focusing on the controversial figure Anita Sarkeesian in 2024. The episode revisits Sarkeesian’s journey, starting from her 2012 Kickstarter campaign, where she faced significant harassment for her views on gender and representation in gaming. Tig discusses the backlash against Sarkeesian's critiques of...

In this episode of Neutral Good, host Tig delves into the ongoing implications of Gamergate, reflecting on its impact over the past decade. The episode revisits the controversial figure Milo Yiannopoulos, discussing his tenure at Breitbart and how his provocative articles and actions during Gamergate garnered attention and readership for the site. Tig also highlights the shift in Yiannopoulos's ca...

In this episode of Neutral Good, host Tig delves into the controversial figure of Milo Yiannopoulos and his role in the Gamergate movement. We explore how Milo became a lightning rod for extreme views and examine his time as an editor at Breitbart News. Content warning: this episode contains hateful language and views. Listener discretion advised. Links and show notes at www.neutralgoodpodcast.com...

In this episode of Neutral Good, Tig explains the origins of the Vivian James character conjured up by 4chan and how it became the defacto "mascot" for the gamergate movement. Notes and transcripts available at https://www.neutralgoodpodcast.com/s1e5 This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy

In this episode of Neutral Good, the fourth installment in the gamergate series, host Tig covers 4chan 101 as well as a deeper dive into the coordinated harassment campaigns hiding behind a veneer of "ethics in gaming journalism." Links and show notes at www.neutralgoodpodcast.com/s1e4 This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy

In this episode of Neutral Good, Tig presents Zoë Quinn in their own words through a series of news interviews and presentations from various conferences at the height of Gamergate. You'll quickly come to realize Zoë is a human being with flaws just like the rest of us.  Links and show notes at www.neutralgoodpodcast.com/s1e3 This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis:...

In this episode of Neutral Good, host Tig dives into the controversial topic of Gamergate. They explore the usage of the term "gamer" and its association with reactionary individuals who feel threatened by the evolving landscape of gaming. Tig also discusses the rise of the alt-right YouTuber, Internet Aristocrat, who played a significant role in the Gamergate movement. Tune in for a thought-provo...

In this inaugural episode of Neutral Good, host Tig delves into the complex and multifaceted topic of Gamergate, an online culture war that has sparked intense debate within the gaming community. With extensive research revealing layers of information beneath the surface, Tig sets the stage for an exploration of how Gamergate began, who was involved, and the various dimensions of this chaotic phen...