Best Academy of Interactive Arts Podcasts (2025)

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From Army Veteran to Entrepreneur: How Chris Thomas Is Building Business and Opportunity in Ohio 28:33

2d ago28:33

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Chris Thomas didn’t plan on becoming a business owner—but when opportunity knocked, he answered. In this episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with Chris, an Army veteran and the owner of Tri-County Tower, to hear how military service shaped his leadership, and how a campfire conversation with his father-in-law changed the course…

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From the Frontlines to Reform: John Vick and Concerned Veterans for America’s Fight for Real Change 28:29

4d ago28:29

28:29

What happens after service members take off the uniform—but still feel the calling to serve? In this powerful episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with John Vick, the new Executive Director of Concerned Veterans for America, to discuss how veterans are continuing the fight for freedom right here at home. John shares his remarkab…

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From Dragon Age to Eternal Strands with Mike Laidlaw 1:13:13

4d ago1:13:13

1:13:13

Alexa Ray Corriea chats with Mike Laidlaw, Chief Creative Officer at Yellow Brick Games. Together they discuss his career developing role-playing games including his role as Creative Director on the Dragon Age franchise; the development of his new studio's first release, Eternal Strands; creating the physics based combat system; the key pillars for…

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From Communist Nicaragua to the American Dream: Rommel Lopez’s Journey of Service and Opportunity 21:39

7d ago21:39

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What does it mean to risk everything for freedom—and then dedicate your life to protecting it? In this powerful episode, host David From sits down with Rommel Lopez, grassroots engagement director for Americans for Prosperity–Florida, to share his incredible journey from communist Nicaragua to the United States. Rommel grew up during a brutal civil…

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Sinners, Academy Award Winning Costume Designer Ruth E. Carter 41:36

9d ago41:36

41:36

New Episode Now Live and it’s a must-watch! @Designing Hollywood Show is thrilled to welcome back Oscar-winning costume designer Ruth E. Carter for an exclusive interview diving deep into her powerful work on the new film Sinners, hitting theaters this weekend. In Sinners, Ruth steps into a gritty, raw world of survival and redemption — crafting co…

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$800 Million in Misspent Funds? What’s Really Going On at the Department of Energy 18:42

9d ago18:42

18:42

An audit revealed $800 million in misspent taxpayer dollars at the Department of Energy—and that's just the beginning. In this episode, Jeremiah Mosteller, Policy Director at Americans for Prosperity, joins David From to expose how the agency charged with America’s energy future is riddled with waste, inefficiency, and programs that benefit big cor…

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The Dog That Changed Everything: How Bolt Helped a Veteran Reclaim His Life 22:30

11d ago22:30

22:30

After surviving a rocket-propelled grenade attack in Afghanistan, Chris Enget returned home to a new battle—one with PTSD, anxiety, and the daily challenge of reintegrating into civilian life. But everything began to change the day Bolt, a specially trained service dog, entered his life—on the very anniversary of the attack that nearly killed him. …

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Creating the Super Earth of Helldivers 2 with Arrowhead's Johan Pilestedt 3:17:22

11d ago3:17:22

3:17:22

Trent Kusters chats with Johan Pilestedt, the Game Director on Arrowhead Game Studios' smash-hit, HELLDIVERS™ 2. Together they discuss his path in games that led to the founding of Arrowhead alongside his classmates in Sweden; the development and release of their first title, Magicka; the original ideas around that laid the foundation for the Helld…

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Paperwork, Politics, and $30K Lost: One Business Owner’s Fight for Freedom 22:49

14d ago22:49

22:49

What happens when a family business is nearly shut down over a simple paperwork error? In this eye-opening episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with Chase Sharp, a third-generation business owner from Baton Rouge, Louisiana, who shares how the federal government nearly wiped out his company—not because of fraud or abuse, but bec…

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From Communist Cuba to the American Dream: Heydi Martínez’s Journey to Freedom 26:23

16d ago26:23

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What happens when a young girl raised under communism is given a second chance—in the land of the free? In this gripping episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with Heydi Martínez, a courageous woman who grew up under Cuba’s authoritarian regime, arrived in the U.S. as a teenager with nothing, and is now working with Americans for…

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The Power of Tax Relief: A Story of Freedom, Growth, and the American Dream 25:26

18d ago25:26

25:26

Behind every great moment of American prosperity, there’s been a bold move to let people keep more of what they earn. In this episode of American Potential, host David From is joined by Chris Stio, Deputy Director of Staff Training at Americans for Prosperity, to trace the powerful history of tax reform in America—from the Civil War to JFK, from Re…

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Becoming Indiana Jones with Troy Baker 1:19:49

18d ago1:19:49

1:19:49

Alexa Ray Corriea chats with actor Troy Baker. Together they discuss his award winning performance as Indiana Jones in MachineGames's Indiana Jones and the Great Circle; his biggest challenges in playing an iconic character; lessons he learned from his past projects that informed his preparation and performance; and the difference between a perform…

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Buried in Red Tape: Gail Nicholls’ Fight for Small Business Freedom 21:25

21d ago21:25

21:25

Running a small business should be challenging—but fulfilling. For Gail Nicholls, owner of a rural pet and livestock supply store in South Carolina, it’s become a daily struggle against endless state regulations. In this episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with Gail to hear how red tape and paperwork have kept her from doing wh…

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The rise and fall of Matthew Hopkins, Witchfinder General 13:07

21d ago13:07

13:07

What really happened when a breakdown of the legal system in the English Civil War fuelled a series of witch-hunts? In this 10-Minute Talk, Professor Ronald Hutton FBA delves into England's witch trials and Matthew Hopkins, the self-proclaimed Witchfinder General. For more from The British Academy’s Folklore Reimagined season, visit our website: ht…

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In the Heights, George and Tammy, Costume Designer Mitchell Travers 1:06:19

22d ago1:06:19

1:06:19

Mitchell Travers is an American Costume Designer who has cultivated a character-heavy portfolio of work for multiple titles. His breakout work on Bo Burnham’s A24 indie hit Eighth Grade, which earned him a spot on Variety’s Artisan’s Impact Report.He was tasked to transform Emma Thompson into a chic pantsuit-sporting Late Night TV host in Mindy Kal…

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Tennessee’s School Choice Breakthrough: A Lifeline for Families 23:58

23d ago23:58

23:58

After years of tireless advocacy and personal sacrifice, Tennessee has passed universal school choice—and for families like Drew Middletown’s, it couldn’t have come at a better time. In this powerful episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with Tori Venable, Tennessee State Director for Americans for Prosperity, and Drew Middletown…

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Billions Spent, Just 214 Chargers: The Failure of Federally Funded EV Infrastructure 18:17

25d ago18:17

18:17

The federal government has spent nearly $3 billion on electric vehicle infrastructure. So far? Only 214 individual chargers have been built across the entire country. In this episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with Jeremiah Mosteller, Policy Director at Americans for Prosperity, to unpack how taxpayer dollars are being funnele…

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Magic, Kevlar, and Conspiracies with Tactical Breach Wizards Dev Tom Francis 2:37:25

25d ago2:37:25

2:37:25

Trent Kusters chats with game designer Tom Francis of Suspicious Developments, developers of hit indie tactical strategy games like Gunpoint, Heat Signature, and Tactical Breach Wizards. Together they discuss how Tom went from games journalism to game development; his ideas around challenge and difficulty; weaving gameplay with narrative; and his t…

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From Groceries to Giving: The Heart Behind Team Buche Cares 23:21

28d ago23:21

23:21

What happens when your business isn't just about profit—but about people? In this episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with RF Buche, a fourth-generation grocer in South Dakota who’s carrying on a 120-year family legacy in some of the poorest and most underserved areas of the country. With 24 stores spread across rural South Dak…

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Minnesota Meltdown: Legislative Walkouts, Court Battles & a $6B Deficit 26:02

30d ago26:02

26:02

What do you get when you combine a tied state house, court challenges, political walkouts, and a looming budget crisis? A real-life political soap opera—and it's all happening in Minnesota. In this episode, host David From sits down with RaeAnna Lee, Legislative and Coalitions Director at Americans for Prosperity-Minnesota, to break down the chaos …

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America’s Public Land Crisis: Too Much Federal Control, Too Little Freedom 25:01

30d ago25:01

25:01

When the federal government controls over 70% of the land in Utah, it’s not just a policy issue—it’s a crisis for rural communities trying to survive and thrive. In this episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with Congresswoman Celeste Maloy, who represents Utah’s 2nd Congressional District and brings a rare combination of real-wo…

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From Theater to Video Games with 1000xRESIST Actor, Nhi Do 1:01:00

1M ago1:01:00

1:01:00

Alexa Ray Correia chats with actor Nhi Do, who starred in Sunset Visitor's debut narrative adventure, 1000xRESIST. Together they discuss her background in theater and how she landed her first part in video games; finding the entry point when playing a new character; the catharsis of finishing a project; and the importance of compartmentalization wh…

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Unpacking Waste and Redundancy at the Department of Education 17:41

1M ago17:41

17:41

In this episode of American Potential, host David From is joined by Jeremiah Mosteller, Policy Director at Americans for Prosperity, for another deep dive in our “Big Ideas for Smaller Government” series. This time, they unpack the U.S. Department of Education—its massive $241.7 billion annual budget, over 4,000 employees, and a growing list of res…

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From Addiction to Impact: Scott Strode on Recovery, Resilience & The Phoenix 26:54

1M ago26:54

26:54

At just 11 years old, Scott Strode had his first drink—and it marked the beginning of a battle with addiction that would last into adulthood. But through climbing, community, and rediscovering his self-worth, Scott found a new path forward—one that would eventually help hundreds of thousands do the same. In this powerful episode, host David From si…

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Why Act 10 Still Matters – Gov. Scott Walker & Guy Benson on the Battle Over Wisconsin’s Future 27:09

1M ago27:09

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More than a decade after Governor Scott Walker passed Act 10—historic legislation that reined in the power of public sector unions and saved taxpayers over $30 billion—the law is under threat once again. In this episode, radio host and Fox News contributor Guy Benson sits down with Governor Walker to revisit the battle that captured national attent…

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Mysteries of Indiana Jones and the Great Circle with MachineGames 1:12:18

1M ago1:12:18

1:12:18

Adam Orth chats with MachineGames' Jens Andersson and Axel Torvenius about their critically acclaimed title, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle. Together they discuss why they decided to make an Indiana Jones game in first person; the importance of introducing players to the Indiana Jones world by recreating the iconic opening scene from Raiders of…

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From Principal to Pioneer: How Mary Jo Fairhead Is Reimagining Education in Rural South Dakota 26:44

1M ago26:44

26:44

What happens when a dedicated educator realizes the system isn’t serving her students—or her own children? She builds something better. In this deeply moving episode of American Potential, host David From speaks with Mary Jo Fairhead, a former public-school teacher and principal in South Dakota, who left the traditional education system to create O…

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Companion, The Toxic Avenger, Costume Designer Vanessa Porter 46:27

1M ago46:27

46:27

Her designs have premiered at acclaimed film festivals- Sundance, TIFF, VFF, and SXSW. She has designed films for Warner Brothers Pictures/New Line Cinema, Legendary Pictures, and Amazon Studios. Vanessa has designed original series for Sony, Disney+, NETFLIX, and UCP/Peacock. Several of Vanessa’s projects have 2025 releases. GOOSEBUMPS: THE VANISH…

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Reining in the Bureaucracy: How Trump’s Executive Order Challenges the Administrative State 30:33

1M ago30:33

30:33

For years, unelected bureaucrats have stretched vague laws to impose regulations that Congress never explicitly approved. But with a new executive order, President Trump is taking steps to rein in the administrative state and ensure that federal agencies stay within their constitutional limits. In this episode of American Potential, host David From…

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From Battlefield to Brewery: How Tax Cuts Fueled Growth for a Veteran-Owned Business 26:17

2M ago26:17

26:17

Starting a business is never easy, but for veterans like George Rice, it’s about more than just making a profit—it’s about building community and creating opportunities. In this episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with George, co-owner of 5x5 Brewing Co. in Mission, Texas, to discuss his journey from serving in the U.S. Army to…

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Becoming Yuffie in FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH with Actor Suzie Yeung 45:12

2M ago45:12

45:12

Alexa Ray Correia chats with actor Suzie Yeung. Together they discuss how she got her start acting in games; her performance as Yuffie Kisaragi in the recent reboot of FINAL FANTASY VII; her extensive work in the anime industry; the process and differences in recording for animation versus games; how she prepared for her performance as Yuffie; and …

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Cutting Red Tape in Georgia: Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones on Regulatory Reform and Business Growth 22:51

2M ago22:51

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Excessive regulations can strangle small businesses, delay job creation, and burden entrepreneurs with unnecessary red tape. But in Georgia, leaders are taking action to fix it. In this episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones to discuss the Red Tape Rollback Act, a bold initiative aimed at reduci…

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Environmental Protection Agency’s Costly Agenda: Union Jobs, Green Banks, and Taxpayer Waste 15:19

2M ago15:19

15:19

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) was created to safeguard air and water quality, but has it gone too far in expanding its reach? In this episode of American Potential, host David From is joined by Jeremiah Mosteller, Policy Director for Americans for Prosperity, to expose how the EPA is using taxpayer dollars for programs that go far beyon…

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Daylight Saving Time: Keep It or Ditch It? The Debate Between Arizona and Virginia 21:30

2M ago21:30

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Twice a year, Americans adjust their clocks—except in Arizona and Hawaii. But is daylight saving time (DST) still necessary, or is it an outdated practice that needs to go? In this lively debate, American Potential host David From sits down with Stephen Shadegg, AFP’s Arizona State Director, and Tim Parrish, AFP’s Virginia State Director, to discus…

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Book Of Clarence Costume Designer Antoinette Messam 1:15:59

2M ago1:15:59

1:15:59

Costume designer Antoinette Messam discusses her work on The Book of Clarence, her career, and her love of fashion with Producer/Host Phillip Boutté Jr Antoinette is an immensely talented costume designer; able to take the script and interpret the characters collaboratively with the director. Antoinette's experience as a fashion designer and stylis…

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Founder Ted Price Reflects on 30 Years of Insomniac Games and Retirement 1:23:20

2M ago1:23:20

1:23:20

Trent Kusters chats with Insomniac Games' Ted Price. Ted recently announced his retirement from the games industry and received the 2025 AIAS Hall of Fame award at the 28th Annual D.I.C.E. Awards. In this conversation, Ted recalls his life in game development as the founder and president of Insomniac Games from key projects and career milestones to…

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[Sponsored] Chat with Xsolla's Berkley Egenes 36:17

2M ago36:17

36:17

Xsolla is a leading global video game commerce company with a robust and powerful set of tools and services designed specifically for the industry. Since its founding in 2005, Xsolla has helped thousands of game developers and publishers of all sizes fund, market, launch, and monetize their games globally and across multiple platforms. To learn mor…

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The Fight for Affordable Energy: Reversing Costly Regulations with Faith Burns 26:11

2M ago26:11

26:11

Energy powers every aspect of American life, from keeping the lights on to fueling our economy. Yet, restrictive federal and state policies have driven up costs, limited production, and made energy less reliable for families and businesses. With a new administration in office, major policy shifts are underway to reverse these harmful regulations an…

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Navigating Parent-Teacher Relationships 1:14:19

2M ago1:14:19

1:14:19

In this eye-opening episode of Beyond the Bell, hosts Matt Walsh and Jim Connor dive into the evolving parent-teacher relationship with renowned clinical psychologists Dr. Bob Evans and Dr. Michael Thompson. They unpack the lasting effects of COVID-19, social upheaval, and political tensions on schools, revealing why educators faced unprecedented a…

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Exposing Government Waste: Congressman Tim Burchett on the New Oversight Subcommittee 27:46

2M ago27:46

27:46

The fight against government waste, fraud, and abuse just got a powerful new ally. In this episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with Congressman Tim Burchett to discuss the newly formed House Oversight Subcommittee on Government Efficiency—also known as the DOGE Subcommittee. This committee, chaired by Congresswoman Marjorie Tay…

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Astro Bot Director Nicolas Doucet 1:00:57

2M ago1:00:57

1:00:57

Shuhei Yoshida chats with Team ASOBI Studio Director Nicolas Doucet. Together they discuss his journey in game development from his early days in QA to his move to work at Japan Studio; building Team ASOBI to work on the emerging technology within SIE; the origins and development of Astro Bot; and how they worked with publishers around the world to…

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