The Purpose Made Podcast

Richard Browne has spent 38 years in the video game business. He ran production at Universal Interactive, ran external development at THQ for the best part of a decade, and spun up the publishing operation for Digital Extremes alongside Warframe. Now he advises studios on funding and survival, he thinks most of the industry is getting it wrong, and he calls Game Pass "cancer" for the business even...

After 30 years at the top of entertainment, Marko Djurdjevic reached a point where nothing in client work excited him anymore. So he shifted his focus to building an entire transmedia universe, funding it out of pocket while his wife runs the outsourcing side of SIXMOREVODKA. The Kickstarter launches February 26th alongside a free playable Steam demo. Marko is one of the most prolific cover artist...

Why 2025 proved gaming matters more than ever and the shows that reminded us what great storytelling looks like. In this conversation, also available on YouTube (https://youtu.be/8XgCmQOtb2w?si=o4qIDtZTglgW9EW-) Russell Binder and I reveal: ➡️ Why Severance was 2025’s most relevant show ➡️ The game that made us forget about GTA 6 (for five minutes) ➡️ Netflix’s $83 billion Warner Bros acquisition...

BioShock creator KEN LEVINE reveals why he spent 10 years building his most personal game yet - where relationships are living systems that track hundreds of your choices and genuinely change how characters feel about you. Ken Levine is the creative director of Ghost Story Games and legendary founder of Irrational Games. He created the BioShock series and System Shock 2 - games that earned multipl...

Stefan Lampinen has been gaming's secret weapon for 40 years. He launched Xbox 360 in Russia when everyone said it was impossible. He watched the rise and fall of Nokia. He was in the room when Minecraft turned down buyers flying in with blank checks. Now he's breaking his silence on what's really coming in 2025 and why the industry's about to change forever. This conversation reveals the shifts h...

“There was never a video game curse. Just bad producers who didn't play or respect or appreciate games.” – Dmitri M. Johnson, Story Kitchen Hollywood’s video game curse? Total myth! Sonic and The Last of Us show adaptations thrive when creators respect games. With 3 billion gamers worldwide, game-to-screen hits are soaring. As an ex-EA gamer, I’m pumped to share this episode with Story Kitchen’s D...

Deadpool’s co-creator Fabian Nicieza on storytelling's future, AI’s threat to creativity, and why characters still save lives. In this powerful and wide-ranging episode, Deadpool co-creator Fabian Nicieza joins Peter Bell on the Purpose Made podcast to talk about what it really means to build enduring characters and what’s being lost in today’s race toward AI-driven content. Fabian reflects on fou...

Jeff Gomez, CEO of Starlight Runner & architect behind Marvel, Spider-Man, & Pirates of the Caribbean transmedia universes and more, reveals how storytelling is evolving in the digital age & why narrative shapes reality. In this profound conversation, Jeff shares his journey from a traumatic childhood in 1960s NYC to becoming the pioneer behind transmedia storytelling for the world's b...

Entertainment attorney Simon Pulman (Prior Cashman, NYC) reveals how to build billion-dollar transmedia franchises without risking studio collapse. Learn the formula top 1% of adaptations use. The entertainment industry faces its biggest paradigm shift in decades. While Hollywood struggles with declining theatre attendance and rising production costs, gaming properties are creating the most succes...

In this episode, I sit down with retired Navy SEAL commander and performance expert Rich Diviney who reveals the revolutionary "Mastering Uncertainty Method" - a science-backed approach that elite military operators use to thrive under pressure when things don't go according to plan. Drawing from over two decades of experience leading and training top performers (including founding the SEALs' "Min...

Russell Binder, the IP accelerator behind Five Nights at Freddy's, Twilight, and The Hunger Games, reveals how gaming communities are reshaping Hollywood's and gamings approach to franchise building. In this conversation, Russell Binder, founder of Stryker Entertainment, shares his journey from representing comic book creators to building billion-dollar transmedia franchises. With 30+ years of exp...

Olympic & Paralympic champion David Smith MBE shares his extraordinary journey through cancer, paralysis, and transformation. A powerful story of resilience and purpose. In this profound conversation, Olympic gold medalist and Paralympic champion David Smith MBE opens up about his remarkable journey through multiple life-altering challenges. From reaching the pinnacle of athletic achievement t...

From MMA in Japan to investing billions in gaming, Peter Levin shares the untold story of how gaming will transform entertainment forever. * Learn the future of gaming most investors miss * Discover emerging market opportunities worth billions * Get insider insights on Netflix's gaming strategy 📺 Watch Noe on YouTube Subscribe for conversations with industry leaders transforming the world of ente...

In this episode, Peter sits down with Adolf Kristjansson, a commercial visionary and former strategist behind some of EA’s most iconic AAA titles, to explore his extraordinary journey through the gaming industry. From an early fascination with arcade games in Iceland to leading blockbuster franchises like  FIFA ,  Star Wars ,  Apex Legends , and  Battlefield  at Electronic...

What if the future of American democracy is already unraveling, and we’re all too distracted to see it? How did we get here—what forces have shaped the volatile political landscape we’re navigating today? And more importantly, can we still turn it around before it’s too late? In this episode, we delve into the complex, often controversial legacy of Donald J. Trump—far beyond the headlines. This is...

What if the toughest battles aren’t fought in stadiums, but in the shadows of a broken childhood? In this profoundly moving episode,  Fatima Whitbread  shares a story that goes far beyond athletic triumph—it’s one of survival, courage, and an unyielding spirit. Born into abandonment and forced to navigate the brutal realities of the care system, Fatima’s early years were a battle against...

When the streets of Britain erupted into chaos, it wasn't just a moment of unrest—it was an earthquake, shaking the very foundations of society and exposing deep, underlying fractures. As the nation grapples with these turbulent times, understanding the forces that brought us here is crucial. In this episode, we pull back the curtain on the political, social, and economic factors fuelling this unr...

What separates those who conquer challenges from those who stumble? Do you have what it takes to succeed in any situation? According to retired Navy SEAL Commander Rich Diviney, true optimal performance goes beyond just skill. It's all about THE ATTRIBUTES. In the latest episode of the Purpose Made Podcast, I sit down with Rich Diviney to uncover " The Attributes: 25 Hidden Drivers of Optimal Perf...

Imagine living through the most intense, history-defining moments of the 20th century and emerging with a wealth of wisdom and an unshakeable spirit. Tom Davidson, at 100, brings these experiences to life, recounting his daring WWII raids and the harrowing experiences that tested his mettle. This isn't just a history lesson; it's a journey into the heart and mind of a man who has seen the darkest...

In this episode, Katy Talikowska, CEO of the Valuable 500, discusses the state of disability representation in advertising and businesses, which remains significantly low despite 20 percent of the global population living with a disability. Highlighting her own journey from the advertising industry to her current role, Katy underscores the importance of authentic representation, innovation, and in...

In this episode, we dive deep into the transformative power of stories and how they shape our lives. We explore a critical conversation between Rich Roll and Andrew Huberman on the concept of 'interjection'—the idea that consuming certain types of content can subconsciously influence our decisions and shape our personalities. This episode emphasises the concept that 'garbage in, garbage out,' mean...

In this episode of the Purpose Made Podcast, Peter delves deep into the fundamental question: What is it that you really want to do? This isn't about superficial job titles or daily tasks, but rather an exploration of our true motivations, passions, and visions for the future. Peter answers listener questions and shares insights into understanding the "why" behind our actions. Key Discussion Point...

Who could have believed it? On a cold, wet night in Westminster, Rishi Sunak stunned the nation with an unexpected announcement: a General Election for July 4th. Today's podcast couldn't be more timely as we dive into an in-depth analysis of the UK's political and economic landscape over the past 14 years. From the impacts of austerity and Brexit to the COVID-19 pandemic, we cover it all. Joined b...

In this thought-provoking episode, we sits down with Grace Blakeley, renowned author of "Vulture Capitalism," to dismantle the myth of free markets and expose the deep-seated inequalities and corporate manipulations that shadow our economic systems. Grace eloquently unveils the realities of neoliberal economics, the role of state power, and the importance of collective action in forging a path tow...

What inspires people to embark upon seemingly impossible challenges? How do they prepare both mentally and physically? And what are the secrets to completing 105 Ironman Triathlons in 105 days? Welcome to this week's podcast, featuring Britain's Most Inspiring Maniac, Sean Conway! Sean, originally from a small town in Wales and with roots in Zimbabwe, is not your average athlete. He is the living...