The Gamerheads Podcast

Send us Fan Mail In this special Valentine’s Day episode of The Gamerheads Podcast, hosts Roger, Jake, and Zeb are joined by special guest Jill Grodt of The Indie Informer for a lively discussion about love, gaming, and the perfect titles to play with a significant other. From personal anecdotes and dating advice for gamers to recommendations for co-op and multiplayer experiences, this episode is...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to another episode of The Gamerheads Podcast! This week, Roger, Mike, Zeb, and Jake dive into major gaming news, share their Game of the Year picks, and discuss the latest games they’ve been playing. Gaming News & Discussions Phoenix Labs Layoffs  Video Game History Foundation Launches Digital Library  Bioware Restructuring & Layoffs OpenAI vs. DeepSeek  The Gamerh...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Gamerheads Podcast, Roger and Jake dive into the big news about the Nintendo Switch 2. They share their first impressions of the design and features, highlighting the significance of backward compatibility and improvements to the Joy-Con controllers. The two also speculate about potential new features and accessories, while reflecting on how the success of t...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Gamerheads podcast, host Roger Reichardt welcomes back multi-award-winning video game composer Chase Bethea. They discuss Chase's extensive career in game music, including his experiences with live performances, the challenges of composing under pressure, and the emotional journey of conducting his own pieces. Chase reflects on the evolution of his crea...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to The Gamerheads Podcast! In this first episode of the new year, Roger and Mike dive into their top gaming picks from 2024, share hilarious holiday gaming gift stories, and discuss what they're most excited about in 2025 Icebreaker: Gaming Gifts of the Holidays Hosts Roger and Mike kick off the year by sharing their favorite holiday gaming gifts. Highlights incl...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to another episode of The Gamerheads Podcast!  This week, Roger Reichardt chats with Matthew Conn, President of Vyersoft, about their innovative AR game, Exercise Your Demons. Blending fitness with humor and demon-slaying adventures, the game turns workouts into an entertaining experience. A Fitness Game Like No Other Dive into the quirky premise of Exercise Your Demo...

Send us Fan Mail In this week’s episode of The Gamerheads Podcast, Mike and Phil step in as hosts while Roger is hilariously “busy with his bootlegging gin operation.” They introduce new crew members Trina, Zeb, and Jake, each sharing their favorite games and what they’ve been playing lately. Games Spotlight The team dives into their recent gaming adventures, including Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, E...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to this special episode of The Gamerheads Podcast! This week, Roger is joined by Brian Shea, host of The All Things Nintendo Podcast and veteran game journalist. Together, they dive into the biggest Nintendo highlights of 2024, reflect on the greatest games of the Switch era, and share their hopes for Nintendo’s next console. Whether you're a lifelong Nintendo fan or...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to another episode of The Gamerheads Podcast! This week, Roger makes his triumphant return after a brief hiatus, sharing tales of surgery, recovery, and his newfound love for the Steam Deck. Meanwhile, Mike and Phil hold nothing back as they dive into the world of gaming with their usual wit and banter. Highlights from the episode: Roger's Return and Icebreaker Fun Ro...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to The Gamerheads Podcast! Mike and Phil kick off with a Halloween recap, sharing quirky trick-or-treating memories and Roger’s fictional cross-country "trick-or-treating world record" attempt. They also revisit Halloween classics like It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown and The Simpsons’ Treehouse of Horror, capturing the cozy nostalgia of Halloween night. Nov...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to a special Halloween episode of The Gamerheads Podcast! Roger makes a quick return to share his top three Halloween games, even while on medical leave. From classics like Super Castlevania IV to spooky indie hits, this episode is packed with frightful favorites! Roger is joined by Mike, Phil, Jill, Jacob, Trina, Adam, Stephanie, and even The Cryptmaster, each bringing un...

Send us Fan Mail In this week’s episode, while Roger is off on a ghost-hunting adventure, Mike and Phil take over to deliver a mix of spooky humor, horror movie reviews, and creative reimaginings of iconic video games. Ghost Hunting and Horror Films   Mike and Phil share some light-hearted banter about Roger’s ghost-hunting quest in Maryland. Mike then reviews two horror films: In a Violent Nature...

Send us Fan Mail In this week's mini-episode of The Gamerheads Podcast, Phil and Mike fill the Roger-sized gap with ghostly humor. While Roger is off on a ghost-hunting adventure, they ponder why modern-day ghosts seem to be missing and imagine today’s spirits in pants and graphic tees. Video Game Adaptations: From Bioshock to Alan Wake Phil and Mike discuss their dream game-to-movie adaptati...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to another episode of The Gamerheads Podcast! Ever wonder which horror movie franchise would make the best video game? Break out your flashlights and join Mike and Phil on The Gamerheads Podcast as they hilariously stumble through yet another opening, all while sending well wishes to Roger, who's supposedly braving the wild weather in Georgia. Gear up for some sp...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to another episode of The Gamerheads Podcast! With Roger mysteriously absent, the wild speculation about his whereabouts ranges from hot air balloon festivals to diamond-dealing escapades in the sky, all while we reminisce about the Atari 2600 and missed chances to snag those coveted Activision patches. We dive into the exhilarating world of video game adaptations. Imagine...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered if Roger is off mastering secret ninja skills or just kicking back at a Motel 6 in Akron, Ohio? While he's away, Mike and Phil are holding down the fort in this hilariously unpredictable episode of The Gamerheads Podcast. We kick things off with some playful banter about regional hot dogs that will leave your mouth watering and your sides aching with laughter. P...

Send us Fan Mail Games journalist and PR professional Wesley LeBlanc shares his fascinating journey on this episode of The Gamerheads Podcast. Listen to Wesley recount his beginnings, from landing his first freelancing gig at IGN to joining the esteemed team at Game Informer, and get ready to learn valuable lessons about perseverance and finding fulfillment in your work. For those aspiring to brea...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to another episode of The Gamerheads Podcast! In the latest episode of The Gamerheads Podcast, hosts Roger, Phil, Mike, and Trina share their experiences from the recent gaming convention, PAX West. From tackling challenging titles like Shovel Knight Dig and Mina the Hollower to the humorous encounters with the infamous "Hot Dog Guy," the episode is filled with s...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to another episode of The Gamerheads Podcast! Get ready for a fun-filled episode as we introduce the newest member of the Gamerheads family, Trina! Join Roger, Phil, Mike, and Trina as they dive into the hilarious world of gaming, exploring everything from the challenges of “Oxygen Not Included” to the generational gaming gaps that spark playful banter among the crew. This...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to another episode of The Gamerheads Podcast. In this enlightening episode, Roger sits down with Jill Grodt from The Indie Informer . Jill opens up about her passion for indie games, her experiences in the gaming journalism world, and the unique challenges she faces running The Indie Informer. She also shares how she juggles multiple podcast commitments, offering a glimpse...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to another episode of The Gamerheads Podcast. Mike and Phil are back and this week, we delve into the legacy of Game Informer magazine, a cornerstone of gaming journalism for over three decades. Phil gets personal, sharing heartfelt memories of the Game Informer team’s dedication and camaraderie. Reflecting on its shutdown, we explore the uncertain future of beloved gaming...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to another episode of The Gamerheads Podcast! Ever wondered how a passion for gaming can shape an entire career? Join us as we chat with Morgan Shaver, the comms manager at Night Dive Studios, who shares the fascinating journey from playing various consoles at a young age to leading community management and marketing efforts in the gaming industry. Morgan discusses transit...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to another episode of The Gamerheads Podcast! In this episode, we sit down with Joe Mirabello, the director at Terrible Posture Games, to discuss his transition from working at a major MMO studio to crafting his own successful titles like Tower Guns and Mothergunship. Joe introduces us to his latest venture, Battle Train, a unique deck and track builder game, and reveals t...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to another episode of The Gamerheads Podcast! Ever daydreamed about living in a video game universe? Get ready for laughs as Mike shares his whimsical fantasy of wooing Lara Croft in the Tomb Raider world, sparking a hilarious debate on which fictional realm could help him achieve his goal. We also challenge each other to name classic 3D beat-em-up games, reminiscing about...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to another episode of The Gamerheads Podcast. Mike's back, and he's got a hilarious story about his mysterious disappearance!  We're handing out four-day passes to PAX West and a $50 gift card for those brave enough to tackle the lowest score challenge in Contra. Ever wondered what an open-world Scooby-Doo game would look like? We've got you covered! Th...