Story x Story

The final part of our bonus episode is here! This is audio from the spring GamePad Online panel discussion looking at the growing size of video games and whether they are becoming "too big" as we move into a new generation. mayamada co-founder Nigel is joined by GAMINGbible journalist Imogen Mellor, founder of indie studio Asobi.tech Quang Nguyen and Creative Director at Perpetual Games Annie Grud...

Welcome back to part 2 of our audio from the spring GamePad Online panel discussion looking at the growing size of video games and whether they are becoming "too big" as we move into a new generation! mayamada co-founder Nigel is joined by GAMINGbible journalist Imogen Mellor, founder of indie studio Asobi.tech Quang Nguyen and Creative Director at Perpetual Games Annie Grudeva. In part 2, we look...

This week's bonus episode is audio from the spring GamePad Online panel discussion looking at the growing size of video games and whether they are becoming "too big". mayamada co-founder Nigel is joined by GAMINGbible journalist Imogen Mellor, founder of indie studio Asobi.tech Quang Nguyen and Creative Director at Perpetual Games Annie Grudeva. In part 1, we look at a brief history of open world...

In this week's Story x Story episode Nigel and Tazziii welcome screenwriter Jed Shepard to talk about streaming services and their impact on storytelling. Jed tells us how his horror film Host became a runaway success during lockdown, being called "the scariest movie of the past decade" and "the genre phenomenon of 2020". We discuss binge watching, reaching niche audiences and the future impact of...

In this week's episode of Story x Story Nigel and Tazziii welcome presenter and content creator, Trista Bytes for a deep dive into the Studio Ghibli animation, Kiki's Delivery Service. We figure out which version of the animation each person has seen and then get into the characters and favourite moments in this coming of age story, with themes still incredibly relevant 30+ years later. This week'...

"We're back for Story x Story and It's just Nigel and Tazziii here for this week! We get into a deep dive talk about X-Men: Days of Future Past. We discuss Charles' journey as protagonist and Magneto's flair for the dramatic as well as getting into our expectations for the X-Men in the Marvel Cinematic Universe...can you have too many character in a franchise? This episode's story tip is about rai...

This week's Story x Story episode is a Twitch Livestream replay! Nigel and Tazziii talk with Square Enix Product Manager, Karla Reyes and Code Coven Alumni, Midi Mayo about the journey into the video games industry. As Karla prepares for the release of the upcoming Tomb Raider Reloaded mobile game, she gives advice on how to break into video games and we're also joined by illustrator Midi about he...

In this week's Story x Story episode Nigel and Tazziii talk with concept artist and illustrator, Celine Choo about her journey to become a professional freelance artist. Celine describes the steps she took to develop her career after graduating from university. It's a journey that saw her take up roles in character design, video games and the toy industry and we also find out how food influen...

In this week's episode, Nigel and Tazziii welcome Art Director at TreesPlease Games, Riana McKeith and Comic Artist, Renee Rienties to an existential crisis party as we talk about Pixar's, Soul. We discuss passion, purpose and what it means to find your spark for life as protagonist Joe searches for and achieves what he was born to do. In this episode's storytelling tip, Nigel talks about establis...

In this week's episode Nigel and Tazziii sit down with content creator and Twitch steamer, Voyevoda Rose to talk about her journey into video games. She describes how she turned a negative experience into a positive and co-founded the community Divine Muses to support women in the fighting game community space. Rose gives valuable advice for other looking to make their own way as a streamer and te...

In this week's episode Nigel and Tazziii welcome mayamada Story Editor Lara-Lee Green and Concept Artist Rogier van de Beek for a discussion on 2013's Pacific Rim. We talked about Guillermo del Toro's homage to the anime mecha genre, adapted as a summer blockbuster. Listen and find out who we thoughts could have made a more interesting protagonist than the one we got, and our favourite Jaeger mode...

This bonus episode of Story x Story is audio of our livestreamed Studio77 interview about esports and gaming communities where Nigel and Tazziii talk with Chis Davis, founder of Phorce Management Group and Black Gamer League. Chris tells us about his journey into video games and how he combines his love of sports with competitive gaming. We also talk (just a little bit) of regular sports too! Foll...

Our first games roundtable of 2021 is a big one! Nigel and Tazziii welcome Alysia Judge, Rayokana, EbonixSims, Nimmz and Quang Nguyen to talk about games and the industry. We share our thoughts on the very 2020 release of Cyberpunk 2077 and also talked about the state of PS5, Xbox, Nintendo and how wealth disparities plays a role in diversity in video game development. Games we're playing: Return...

In this episode of Story x Story Nigel and Tazziii interview Rich Siegel, founder of independent studio Cleaversoft. He talks about his journey from restaurant delivery startup to game developer, and the story behind Cleaversoft's first game EarthNight. Rich gives great advice on practising your craft as a game designer, representation in video games and what he is looking forward to most form fut...

Season 3 starts here! Nigel and Tazziii are back with a brand new season of Story x Story and we welcome Laura and Donavan of Melanin Gamers to discuss Satoshi Kon's animation thriller, Perfect Blue. We get into  the disturbingly relevant themes and expert use of colour and symbolism in this feature length anime. This episode's storytelling tip is about using foreshadowing and misdirection in...

It's our last bonus episode before the return of Story x Story Season 3 in February! In this episode, co-host Nigel talks to Teddy Kossoko, founder of Masseka Game Studio and 2018 Forbes Africa 30 under 30. Teddy talks about why he started his own games studio, making video games to showcase African cultures. He also talks about the opportunities and challenges making games for the African contine...

In this Twitch livestream audio replay, Co-host Tazziii talks to three cosplayers about adapting their craft during the 2020 pandemic. Taylor Van Gilder, Casey from LM Cosplays and Lissandela from Kigu Talks discuss cosplaying difficulties, lessons and hopes for 2021, take a listen now to see what they have to say about their craft! This is a bonus episode. We'll be returning of season 3 of Story...

In our final episode of Story x Story from 2020, Nigel and Tazziii wrap up 2020 their personal top 5 stories of the year. There's room for honorable mentions too as we recap the comics, shows, films and games that got us though an unprecedented year. We'll be back in February with season 3 of Story x Story. You can enjoy bonus episodes over January ahead of our return! Show notes: https://mayamada...

Sit back and listen to some of the best bits from Season 2 of the Story x Story podcast, brought to you by Nigel and Tazziii! Catch the best bits from a year talking stories across pop culture with a variety of guests from across comics, manga, cosplay, video games and more. We've also thrown in pre show audio and a blooper or two for good measure!

You can now listen to all 5 segments of our Story x Story Twitch livestream in your podcast feed! In part 5, Tazziii welcomes Asobi. tech founder Quang and one-quarter of the Streamcast team Troy to talk about the gaming stories that stuck with them in 2020. We also discuss the release of Cyberpunk 2077 and debate how big video games need to be. Make sure you listen to the previous 4 bonus episode...

You can now listen to all 5 segments of our Story x Story Twitch livestream in your podcast feed! In part 4, Nigel and Tazziii invite the founders of Melanin Gamers, Annabel and Alan Ashalley-Anthony to share their favourite stories across film and TV. We also spoke about what we're looking forward to most in 2021 and shared a public service announcement about bread. This is part 4 of 5, so stay t...

You can now listen to all 5 segments of our Story x Story Twitch livestream in your podcast feed! In part 3, Nigel welcomes a panel of comic fans and creators, Eren Angiolini, Mikiko, Greg Driver and Lara Callaghan to highlight the stories that caught our attention in 2020. We also spoke about what we're looking forward to most in 2021, including a swift return to conventions. This is part 3 of 5,...

You can now listen to all 5 segments of our Story x Story Twitch livestream in your podcast feed! In part 2, Tazziii is joined by long time mayamada fans and supporters, Michael, Kin and Hayley. We talked what got us through the year as well as the stories and games that got us most excited to in 2020. This is part 2 of 5, so stay tuned for more bonus episodes over the Christmas holidays! Show not...

Merry Christmas! You can now listen to all 5 segments of our Story x Story Twitch livestream in your podcast feed! In part 1 of our end of year livestream episode, Nigel and Tazziii are joined by mayamada Co-founder Lao K, Illustrator Pinali and Story Editor Lara-Lee.  We talked about the process of making our manga, turning ourselves into characters and our favourite stories of 2020. This is...

In our final podcast recording of 2020, Nigel and Tazziii welcome video game host and fan of narrative based games, Mr Midas to dive deep into The Last of Us Part 2. We talk about the consequences of Joel's actions in the first game, Ellie and Abby's character arcs plus whether we think the game is worthy of the Game of the Year title. This week's storytelling tip is about using flashbacks in your...