Best Checkpoint Chat Podcasts (2026)

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Episode 281 - Game of the Year 2025 1:12:20

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6d ago1:12:20

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It's that time again, and what a great gaming year it's been. What standouts have made the cut on Matty and Sandy's respective Top 5 lists, and which honorable mentions just didn't make it? Here's the best gaming experiences we fell in love with in 2025, which might influence what we see in the years to come. Follow Checkpoint Chat on... Twitter: h…

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Checkpoint Rewind Trivia 2025 53:41

12d ago53:41

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Join Elliot, Luke, Charlie, and Edie in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they play Checkpoint Rewind Trivia. Catch the latest episode on Spotify: Giving a 1-Up to diversity in gaming. The post Checkpoint Rewind Trivia 2025 appeared first on Checkpoint.By JOY 94.9 - Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities: Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Trans, Intersex, Asexual, Queer, LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB

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Up To Date: The Game Awards 2025 53:16

14d ago53:16

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Join Elliot, Luke, Charlie, and Edie in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they talk about the 2025 Game Awards. Catch the latest episode on Spotify: Giving a 1-Up to diversity in gaming. The post Up To Date: The Game Awards 2025 appeared first on Checkpoint.By JOY 94.9 - Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities: Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Trans, Intersex, Asexual, Queer, LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB

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Extending Infrastructure Lifespan | Remo Kuldkepp, GScan 2:43

20d ago2:43

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In this interview, Remo Kuldkepp, CFO of GScan, explains how muon tomography enables deeper, non-destructive inspection of infrastructure to extend the lifespan of the built environment. He also shares how the EIC Scaling Club has supported GScan through mentoring, validation of their technology, and valuable connections with peers facing similar d…

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Scaling Space Propulsion | Roope Takala, Aurora Propulsion Technologies 2:43

19d ago2:43

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In this interview, Roope Takala, Founder and Chairman of Aurora Propulsion Technologies, shares how the EIC Scaling Club supports deep space companies through long-term relationships, cross-industry connections, and access to funding in challenging markets. This interview was recorded on 3 September 2025, during the EIC Scaling Club Ambition Forum …

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Advancing MicroLED Displays | Kim, CEO of QustomDot 2:33

19d ago2:33

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In this interview, Kim, CEO of QustomDot, shares how quantum dot inks are helping reduce the cost of microLED displays and accelerate market adoption. She also reflects on the impact of the EIC Scaling Club, from sharpening their value proposition through mentoring to unexpected connections that strengthened their leadership team. This interview wa…

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Powering Europe’s Energy Resilience | Ivar Kruusenberg, PowerUP Energy 2:53

19d ago2:53

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In this interview, Ivar Kruusenberg, CEO & Founder of PowerUP Energy Technologies, shares how hybrid hydrogen-battery generators are helping Europe tackle energy resilience challenges.He also reflects on the value of the EIC Scaling Club in expanding across Europe, connecting with investors and policymakers, and supporting fundraising and growth fo…

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Checkpoint’s 2025 Game of the Year 53:42

16d ago53:42

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Join Luke and the rest of the Checkpoint Crew in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where reveal Checkpoint’s 2025 Game of the Year. Catch the latest episode on Spotify: Giving a 1-Up to diversity in gaming. The post Checkpoint’s 2025 Game of the Year appeared first on Checkpoint.By JOY 94.9 - Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities: Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Trans, Intersex, Asexual, Queer, LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB

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Up To Date: The PC Gaming Show 53:29

25d ago53:29

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Join Luke and the rest of the Checkpoint Crew in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they talk about the PC Gaming Show and other gaming news. Catch the latest episode on Spotify: Giving a 1-Up to diversity in gaming. The post Up To Date: The PC Gaming Show appeared first on Checkpoint.By JOY 94.9 - Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities: Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Trans, Intersex, Asexual, Queer, LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB

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Episode 280 - The Keighleys 2025 1:26:10

17d ago1:26:10

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It's that time of year again where Geoff Keighley emerges to dazzle and wow us with game trailers and celebrity appearances at his extravagant end-of-year show. Oh, and game awards, given that this is The Game Awards after all. Which games are walking away with all the Keighleys in hand, and which are going to cruelly miss out? Here's all our predi…

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Video Game controversies, dramas, and flops in 2025 54:43

27d ago54:43

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Join Elliot, Luke, Jarrod, and Charlie in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they talk about this year’s controversies and dramas in video games. Catch the latest episode on Spotify: Giving a 1-Up to diversity in gaming. The post Video Game controversies, dramas, and flops in 2025 appeared first on Checkpoint.…

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Episode 279 - Die Hard, Man 1:24:43

23d ago1:24:43

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This week on Checkpoint Chat, games are actually being finished! After many months Sandy is finally done with Death Stranding 2 and cannot contain how much he was into its earnest bullshit. Meanwhile Matty has triumphed above and below in Hades 2, which might just be a big GOTY contender going into the last weeks of the year. Follow Checkpoint Chat…

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Up To Date: Charlie Cox address his Game Awards nomination 55:09

28d ago55:09

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Join Elliot, Luke, Jarrod, and Charlie in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they talk about Charlie Cox addressing his Game Awards nomination. Catch the latest episode on Spotify: Giving a 1-Up to diversity in gaming. The post Up To Date: Charlie Cox address his Game Awards nomination appeared first on Checkpoint.…

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Chatting to Seth about Vanguard Exiles 53:40

1M ago53:40

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Join Luke and Elliot in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they chat with Seth to talk about Vanguard Exiles. Catch the latest episode on Spotify: Giving a 1-Up to diversity in gaming. The post Chatting to Seth about Vanguard Exiles appeared first on Checkpoint.By JOY 94.9 - Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities: Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Trans, Intersex, Asexual, Queer, LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB

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Up To Date: The Game Awards 2025 nominees 53:16

1M ago53:16

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Join Luke, Elliot, and Seth in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they talk about the latest nominees for the 2025 Game Awards. Catch the latest episode on Spotify: Giving a 1-Up to diversity in gaming. The post Up To Date: The Game Awards 2025 nominees appeared first on Checkpoint.By JOY 94.9 - Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities: Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Trans, Intersex, Asexual, Queer, LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB

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Overrated, underrated, and appropriately rated video games part 2 51:21

1M ago51:21

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Join Elliot, Luke, Cas, and Kolby in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they rank video games again, whether it’s overrated, underrated, or rated appropriately. Catch the latest episode on Spotify: Giving a 1-Up to diversity in gaming. The post Overrated, underrated, and appropriately rated video games part 2 appeared first on Checkpoint.…

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Up To Date: The Steam Machine 53:36

1M ago53:36

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Join Elliot, Luke, Cas, and Kolby in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they talk about Valve’s entry to the console wars with the Steam Machine. Catch the latest episode on Spotify: Giving a 1-Up to diversity in gaming. The post Up To Date: The Steam Machine appeared first on Checkpoint.By JOY 94.9 - Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities: Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Trans, Intersex, Asexual, Queer, LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB

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Video game mechanics and features 54:50

2M ago54:50

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Join Elliot, Kolby, and Austin in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they talk about video game mechanics and features. Catch the latest episode on Spotify: Giving a 1-Up to diversity in gaming. The post Video game mechanics and features appeared first on Checkpoint.By JOY 94.9 - Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities: Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Trans, Intersex, Asexual, Queer, LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB

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Episode 278 - Eyedrop Juice 1:08:48

1M ago1:08:48

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This week on Checkpoint Chat, we checked out the long-awaited return of Ryu in Ninja Gaiden 4 while avoiding the mess he's made on the walls, on the ceiling, and pretty much anywhere else you can think of. The Outer Worlds 2 is also out and reminding us that Fallout New Vegas was pretty damn good, and so is this latest Obsidian role-playing game se…

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Up To Date: GTA VI delays and union busting 53:30

2M ago53:30

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Join Elliot, Kolby, and Austin in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they talk about the latest GTA VI updates. Catch the latest episode on Spotify: Giving a 1-Up to diversity in gaming. The post Up To Date: GTA VI delays and union busting appeared first on Checkpoint.By JOY 94.9 - Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities: Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Trans, Intersex, Asexual, Queer, LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB

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Ghosts in video games 53:13

2M ago53:13

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Join Elliot, Luke, Jarrod, and Charlie in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they talk about the different ghosts in video games. Catch the latest episode on Spotify: Giving a 1-Up to diversity in gaming. The post Ghosts in video games appeared first on Checkpoint.By JOY 94.9 - Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities: Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Trans, Intersex, Asexual, Queer, LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB

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Up To Date: Amazon Layoffs and Animal Crossing 52:53

2M ago52:53

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Join Elliot, Luke, Jarrod, and Charlie in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY, where they talk about the latest layoffs at Amazon and the new Animal Crossing update. Catch the latest episode on Spotify: Giving a 1-Up to diversity in gaming. The post Up To Date: Amazon Layoffs and Animal Crossing appeared first on Checkpoint.…

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Death and failure in video games 51:58

2M ago51:58

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Join Luke, Cass, and Austin in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they talk about death and failure in video games. Catch the latest episode on Spotify: Giving a 1-Up to diversity in gaming. The post Death and failure in video games appeared first on Checkpoint.By JOY 94.9 - Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities: Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Trans, Intersex, Asexual, Queer, LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB

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Transforming Patient Monitoring | Kaja from Checkpoint Care at the EIC Scaling Club 4:40

2M ago4:40

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In this interview, Kaja Vidic, Chief Business Development Officer at Checkpoint Care, shares how their pioneering solution is transforming remote patient monitoring by combining wearable tech, AI, and 24/7 clinical supervision. From real-time vital data collection to building personalised digital twins, Checkpoint Care is setting new standards for …

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Powering the Hydrogen Future | Guillermo from H2SITE at the EIC Scaling Club Ambition Forum 5:08

2M ago5:08

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In this exclusive interview, we sit down with H2SITE to explore how they’re revolutionizing hydrogen transport and use with their cutting-edge membrane technology. From their deep-tech origins at research institutions in Spain and the Netherlands to scaling up production with global partners, H2SITE shares their journey, challenges, and ambitious v…

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Up To Date: Internal Xbox preassure 50:47

2M ago50:47

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Join Luke, Cass, and Austin in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they talk about the latest internal Xbox and gaming news. Catch the latest episode on Spotify: Giving a 1-Up to diversity in gaming. The post Up To Date: Internal Xbox preassure appeared first on Checkpoint.By JOY 94.9 - Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities: Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Trans, Intersex, Asexual, Queer, LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB

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Episode 277 - Death To Free Time 1:27:06

2M ago1:27:06

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We're back and the game releases have not stopped. This week on Checkpoint Chat we finally get around to checking out Ghost of Yotei and its compelling, yet familiar revenge tale. Matty has finally started losing hours to runs in Hades II after Hollow Knight: Silksong released him from its grasp, while Sandy has been enjoying a different kind of ka…

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Recaping Melbourne International Games Week 2025 53:25

2M ago53:25

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Join Luke, Elliot, Lisa, and Cass in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they look back at Melbourne International Games Week 2025. Catch the latest episode on Spotify: Giving a 1-Up to diversity in gaming. The post Recaping Melbourne International Games Week 2025 appeared first on Checkpoint.By JOY 94.9 - Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities: Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Trans, Intersex, Asexual, Queer, LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB

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Up To Date: The Pokémon teraleak 53:48

3M ago53:48

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Join Luke, Elliot, Lisa, and Cass in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they talk about the most recent Pokémon leak and other gaming headlines. Catch the latest episode on Spotify: Giving a 1-Up to diversity in gaming. The post Up To Date: The Pokémon teraleak appeared first on Checkpoint.By JOY 94.9 - Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities: Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Trans, Intersex, Asexual, Queer, LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB

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Innovating in Women’s Health | Marina from Mimark Diagnostics at the EIC Scaling Club Ambition Forum 5:17

3M ago5:17

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In this interview, Marina, CEO and Co-founder of Mimark Diagnostics, shares her mission to transform women’s health through innovative diagnostic solutions. Founded in 2021 in Barcelona, Mimark Diagnostics is a women-led medtech company developing non-invasive diagnostic tests based on gynecological liquid biopsies. Their first product, a test for …

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Scaling Green Hydrogen | Sune from Dynelectro at the EIC Scaling Club Ambition Forum 2025 6:04

3M ago6:04

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In this interview, Sune Lilebæk, CEO of Dynelectro, explains how his Danish scale-up is redefining the green energy landscape by making hydrogen production more efficient and sustainable. Founded in 2018, Dynelectro develops solid oxide electrolyser (SOE) technology that converts renewable electricity into hydrogen with over 90% efficiency — reduci…

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It’s the PAX Australia 2025 mega-show! 39:04

3M ago39:04

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Join Luke & Elliot as they chat with three more developers who are showcasing their games at PAX Aus 2025 Catch the latest episode on Spotify: Giving a 1-Up to diversity in gaming. The post It’s the PAX Australia 2025 mega-show! appeared first on Checkpoint.By JOY 94.9 - Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities: Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Trans, Intersex, Asexual, Queer, LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB