Best 48k Podcasts (2026)

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Episode 362: 8 Bit Wars Ceasefire - Xmas Special 2025 2:22:17

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The RA team assemble along with Gordon King from the RGDS podcast, wave their white flags into the air to declare a ceasefire and instead spread happiness and cheer during the festive season. Special thanks to Scott Pearson for yet another great cover! As always, thanks to all of our Patreon's who made this episode possible, we really appreciate yo…

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How to Build Something New After 40 (Even When It Feels "Too Late") 52:36

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"It's too late for me." I had this worry, but I finally hit publish on my first podcast episode at 40. I thought I'd missed the boat. Everyone else had already started, and I wondered if I was too old to become a creator in an industry that thinks you expire at 35. I was terrified to try something new in public. But here's what I've learned: that "…

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Tech Layoffs, Ageism & AI: Is a Tech Career Still Worth It? 54:39

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Tech isn’t just in a downturn. It’s in the midst of a full-blown identity crisis. As layoffs, ageism, and AI reshape the workforce overnight, Brian Pulliam joins me to break down what’s actually happening behind the scenes… and what mid-career professionals must do to stay competitive. Brian, a former tech leader who spent 23 years at companies lik…

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I Paid $48K for Health Insurance and Still Owed $10K—So I Built a Solution 1:14:45

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With mass layoffs hitting tech, media, and corporate America, more professionals over 40 are being forced into freelance work, consulting, and solopreneur life—whether they planned for it or not. And here's a big problem with that: the moment you leave corporate, you lose access to affordable health insurance. Suddenly, you're staring down $4,000/m…

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Episode 361: Vectrex Mini - Interview David Oghia 1:20:37

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Dean Swain, Jim Middleton & Chris O'Regan chat to the man behind the Vectrex Mini Kickstarter, David Oghia. Find out how the project started, how the Kickstarter campaign is going and what to expect from the finished product. Check the Vectrex Mini Kickstarter campaign at https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1852390947/vectrex-mini As always, thank…

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Episode 360: Interview with Darran Jones 2:07:31

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Dean Swain & Jim Middleton are joined by the editor of Retro Gamer Magazine Darran Jones for an exclusive interview. Find out how Darran first got into writing, how he started his career in the magazine business and even what his favourite meal from his local fish & chip shop is. As always, thanks to all of our Patreon's who made this episode possi…

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AI Is Teaching Us to Hate Our Own Faces - Former Google Employee Turned Artist Exposes the Truth 54:16

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Ever wondered why AI thinks you need to look younger? In this episode, Gretchen Andrew, a former Google employee turned artist, exposes the disturbing truth about how beauty filters are literally reshaping our faces—and our self-worth. We kick things off with Gretchen's bold pivot from Silicon Valley to the art world, where she's using robots, oil …

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Episode 359: Kong Off UK 1:14:19

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Jim and Chris hold a vigil for Dean's Vectrex before talking to Russ and Oli AKA RetroRuss and 8BitBoyUK about the recently announced UK KongOff - Hot Sauce is optional! Link's for the topics covered in this episode: Donkey Kong Off UK - http://ukkongoff.fun Arcade Club Arcade Club - https://www.arcadeclub.co.uk/ Retro Russ - http://www.youtube.com…

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The Hoodie Myth Is Dead: Why the Best Tech Founders Are Over 40 14:16

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What if everything you thought you knew about startup success was wrong? In today’s episode of It Gets Late Early, I’m breaking down the myth that young, hoodie-wearing entrepreneurs are the key to successful startups. Spoiler: the data proves otherwise. According to MIT research, the average age of a high-growth startup founder is 42 — not 21. The…

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The $259B Problem Hiding in Your Meetings — and How to Solve It 42:21

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Meetings. Ugh. We’ve all been there, right? And the price tag is bigger than most people realize. We estimate that the cost to organizations of these unproductive meetings is approximately $259 billion in the United States and $64 billion in the United Kingdom for professional staff alone (LSE report). That’s a jaw-dropping drain on productivity—ye…

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Episode 358: The Licenses That Got Away! 1:39:02

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Dean, Steve & Mark take a look at the TV & Movie licenses that maybe deserved a game but never actually got one, plus we discuss the Vectrex Mini and a lot more! Want to attend the Fastloaders C64 gig mentioned in this episode? Visit https://www.fatsoma.com/e/t4bfwefi/fastloaders-commodore-64-rocks-live As always, thanks to all of our Patreon's who…

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20% Fake Jobs. 31% Never Hear Back. What Are Companies Doing? 40:29

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Ever applied, interviewed, and…silence? You’re not alone. In this episode, we crack open the hiring black box: the rise of ghost jobs (roles that never close or never existed in the first place), the avalanche of AI-boosted applications, and why 31% of rejected candidates never even get an email. My guest Ariana Moon, VP of Talent Planning & Acquis…

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70% of the Money. Zero Attention — or Employees. What Are Brands Thinking? 48:44

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Marketers love chasing Gen Z. But here’s the trillions-of-dollars blind spot: Gen X and Boomers control nearly 70% of U.S. disposable income and outspend younger generations in nearly every major category — alcohol, beauty, travel, finance, and more. So why are brands still ignoring them? In this episode, I sit down with Brent Rivard, founder and C…

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The 10% Rule: Why a Little More Vulnerability Can Change Everything With Will Greenblatt 50:34

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Why is it terrifying to present to just four people? According to Will Greenblatt, it's because our brains still think the tribe might "club us over the head" if they don't like what we say. Will's journey from Canadian child actor (yes, a self-proclaimed "nepo baby") to sought-after corporate speaking coach is anything but typical. After working w…

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Episode 357: Toaplan Arcade 1 2:01:03

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In episode 357 of The Retro Asylum hosts Chris O'Regan and Jim Middleton focus their attention on the 8th arcade cartridge for the Evercade series of consoles. It boasts 8 games from Toaplan's back catalogue of arcade games. Not only do the hosts chat about each game, but they also announce the winners of the high score challenge as well as the pri…

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Fired and Diagnosed With Cancer: How Daniel Incandela Rebuilt His Life 39:34

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Losing a job is never easy, but what if it led to a more fulfilling path? Daniel Incandela, former CMO, opens up about the painful yet transformative experience of being fired in his 50s. In this episode, he shares the emotional toll it took, how he navigated the challenges, and the powerful lessons he learned along the way. Today, I sit down with …

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Episode 356: ZX Spectrum Next - The 3rd Strike! 1:57:53

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Christopher O'Regan and Dean Swain chat to Henrique Olifiers and Chris Hill about the amazingly successful 3rd Kickstarter campaign of the Sinclair ZX Spectrum Next and a whole lot more! If you want to back the Sinclair ZX Spectrum Next Kickstarter, you can find it at: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/spectrumnext/zx-spectrum-next-issue-3-0 As …

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What No One Tells You About Personal Branding at Work With Danielle Hughes 39:29

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Let’s face it, whether you're looking for a new job, trying to stand out in your current role, or considering a career pivot, building a personality brand is a real game-changer (you read that right. A personality brand, not a personal one). In today’s landscape, you need more than just experience; you need a personality that resonates. In this epi…

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The AI Industry Is Lying to You — And This Founder’s Calling It Out at Age 66 1:07:52

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Is AI living up to the hype, or is it just another overblown bubble that’s gonna pop? In this episode, Stephen Klein, a 66-year-old AI founder who is challenging the status quo in the world of artificial intelligence, joins me to expose what he believes is the truth about AI, from inflated promises to the real potential it holds for augmenting huma…

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Episode 355: July High Score Challenge Picks - Toaplan Arcade 1 Cartridge 37:38

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Mads and Jim pick four games to play for July's High Score Challenge from the Toaplan Arcade 1 cartridge on the Evercade. As always, thanks to all of our Patreon's who made this episode possible, we really appreciate your kind donations! Guy Simms Richard Hyde kingdiesel Roger Swan Plasticman Stephen James Cillian O'Brien Robert Ilott MrRockitt Pet…

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Kelly Stonelake Tried to Protect Kids at Meta. They Fired Her Instead 1:13:58

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Have you ever felt trapped in a system that’s supposed to empower you but instead chips away at your well-being? In today’s episode, I’m sitting down with Kelly Stonelake, a former Meta executive who’s blowing the whistle on what’s happening behind the scenes at one of the world’s most powerful tech giants. From battling toxic corporate culture to …

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Episode 354: Evercade Interview 1:32:58

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In this episode Jim Middleton and Chris O'Regan talk all things Evercade with Blaze CEO Andrew Byatt and Head of Marketing Sean Cleaver. As always, thanks to all of our Patreon's who made this episode possible, we really appreciate your kind donations! Guy Simms Richard Hyde kingdiesel Roger Swan Plasticman Stephen James Cillian O'Brien Robert Ilot…

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How to Fix Your Dumpster Fire Interview Process With Lorna Erickson and Victoria Gates 49:11

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Let’s get real: hiring today is a mess. I’ve been there both as a candidate and as the interviewer who wasn’t properly trained. So, when I discovered Lorna Erickson and Victoria Gates, two women who are revolutionizing the corporate interviewing landscape, I knew we had to have them on the show. In this episode, we dive into the shocking state of i…

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Are We All Screwed? A Millennial and Gen Xer Weigh In With Bradley Richardson of Advanced Adulting 1:51:41

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I’m not gonna lie–this episode hit deep. Bradley Richardson and I recorded this one for both our audiences, and it turned into the realest talk I’ve had in a while. We peeled back the polish and got straight into the messy middle of work, life, and what we all do to survive this stage of midlife. If you've ever been laid off, cut off by your work “…

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Episode 353: Magic Knight Pixel Jockey Kickstarter 1:29:20

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In this episode of Retro Asylum Dean Swain & Chris O'Regan are joined by Paul from Pixel Jockey to discuss the Magic Knight 40th Anniversary Collection Kickstarter. Plus Dean updates us on his OutRun DIY Arcade project & Chris talk's Flashback & Oblivion! As always, thanks to all of our Patreon's who made this episode possible, we really appreciate…

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Episode 352: Evercade Cart 5 - Atari Collection 2 2:05:43

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In the latest in our Evercade cart-by-cart series Chris W, Chris O and Jim take a look at the games of Atari Collection 2. As always, thanks to all of our Patreon's who made this episode possible, we really appreciate your kind donations! Guy Simms Richard Hyde kingdiesel Roger Swan Plasticman Stephen James Cillian O'Brien Robert Ilott MrRockitt Pe…

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Did You Know You Could Have a 'Second Fifty' Years? Dr. Debra Whitman Explains! 43:57

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What has more to do with longevity: your zip code or your genetic code? The answer might just surprise you. In this episode, I’m thrilled to have Dr. Debra Whitman, Chief Public Policy Officer at AARP and author of “The Second Fifty: Answers to the 7 Big Questions of Midlife and Beyond” join me to discuss the changing narrative of aging. Deb’s jour…

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Turn Career Setbacks Into Comebacks: Gamifying Job Searches and Nailing Your Career After Age 40 With Portfolio Rocket’s Loren Greiff 48:16

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What happens when the most brutal battle of your life changes how you approach everything? Cancer sucks. It rips apart someone’s life. So, can you believe someone “gamified cancer” to make sure she still got the most out of life during her fight? Yup, that would be my friend, Loren. In this episode, I’m joined by executive career strategist Loren G…

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Episode 362: 8 Bit Wars Ceasefire - Xmas Special 2025 2:22:17

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How to Build Something New After 40 (Even When It Feels "Too Late") 52:36

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Tech Layoffs, Ageism & AI: Is a Tech Career Still Worth It? 54:39

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I Paid $48K for Health Insurance and Still Owed $10K—So I Built a Solution 1:14:45

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Episode 361: Vectrex Mini - Interview David Oghia 1:20:37

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Episode 360: Interview with Darran Jones 2:07:31

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AI Is Teaching Us to Hate Our Own Faces - Former Google Employee Turned Artist Exposes the Truth 54:16

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Episode 359: Kong Off UK 1:14:19

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The Hoodie Myth Is Dead: Why the Best Tech Founders Are Over 40 14:16

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The $259B Problem Hiding in Your Meetings — and How to Solve It 42:21

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Episode 358: The Licenses That Got Away! 1:39:02

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20% Fake Jobs. 31% Never Hear Back. What Are Companies Doing? 40:29

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70% of the Money. Zero Attention — or Employees. What Are Brands Thinking? 48:44

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The 10% Rule: Why a Little More Vulnerability Can Change Everything With Will Greenblatt 50:34

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Episode 357: Toaplan Arcade 1 2:01:03

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Fired and Diagnosed With Cancer: How Daniel Incandela Rebuilt His Life 39:34

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Episode 356: ZX Spectrum Next - The 3rd Strike! 1:57:53

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What No One Tells You About Personal Branding at Work With Danielle Hughes 39:29

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The AI Industry Is Lying to You — And This Founder’s Calling It Out at Age 66 1:07:52

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Episode 355: July High Score Challenge Picks - Toaplan Arcade 1 Cartridge 37:38

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Kelly Stonelake Tried to Protect Kids at Meta. They Fired Her Instead 1:13:58

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Episode 354: Evercade Interview 1:32:58

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How to Fix Your Dumpster Fire Interview Process With Lorna Erickson and Victoria Gates 49:11

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Are We All Screwed? A Millennial and Gen Xer Weigh In With Bradley Richardson of Advanced Adulting 1:51:41

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Episode 353: Magic Knight Pixel Jockey Kickstarter 1:29:20

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Episode 352: Evercade Cart 5 - Atari Collection 2 2:05:43

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Did You Know You Could Have a 'Second Fifty' Years? Dr. Debra Whitman Explains! 43:57

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Turn Career Setbacks Into Comebacks: Gamifying Job Searches and Nailing Your Career After Age 40 With Portfolio Rocket’s Loren Greiff 48:16