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Official Atari Games Podcast

Jason Polansky

Booking Overview

This is an interview-led gaming show focused on Atari news, game development, and deep dives with Atari staff and partner studios, typically featuring developers, producers, and studio founders involved in specific game projects. Credible pitches include indie game creators, game directors, producers, designers, and retro-gaming experts with shipped titles or relevant Atari and publishing experience; booking difficulty is low because the show regularly features accessible development partners and industry professionals.

Metrics

Episodes: 89

Frequency: Every two weeks

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Gender skew: Male

Listener location: USA

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

jason.polansky@atari.com

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Host

Jason Polansky - Atari producer and podcast host covering the company's games, development partners, and releases.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

low
Typical Credentials:  
Game developers, producers, studio founders, and studio leaders with a shipped game or direct involvement in an Atari or partner-studio project.
Required Achievements:  
Shipped commercial video games, Founded or led an independent game studio, Developed or produced a game being released, remastered, or ported, Worked on a collaboration with Atari or an Atari development partner

Recent Guest Discussions

Calvin Vu - The Development And Remastering Of Toy Story 3 Complete Edition.

Ben Miller - The Black Hole Update For Bubsy 4d And Its New Levels, Challenges, And Skins.

Chris McQuinn - The Origins, Systems, And Console Adaptation Of Parkasaurus.

Matt Raithel - The Mechanics And Development Collaboration Behind Centipede Swarm.

Jason Smith - His Journey Developing CULTIC And Bringing The Game To Consoles.

Recent Topics

Atari, Gaming, Game Development, Indie Games, Retro Gaming

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
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Episode 89 - Let's Play Thief: The Dark Project Remastered w/ Nightdive

October 09, 2026

One month after a certain "tactical espionage action" game debuted, Thief snuck its way onto PC with a radically different approach.. Its tough-as-nails stealth systems demand you take your time and plan the perfect heist as you sneak through the shadows, leverage low-tech gadgets like fire arrows, and only resort to combat as a last resort. It was successful enough to lead to many sequels across generations and inspire countless games that followed. So here we are now, 28 years after its ini...

Episode 87 - Let's Play Toy Story: Retro Roundup! w/ Digital Eclipse

September 11, 2026

Hot on the heels of our last Toy Story podcast, we're back to cover the other half of our upcoming double release: Toy Story: Retro Roundup! Developed by Digital Eclipse, doing what they do best, the title features a collection of classic titles across generations, in addition to a plethora of behind-the-scenes footage and game documents to explore the history behind the games from your childhood. Returning to the podcast is the legendary Chris Kohler (editorial director at DE) to run through...

Episode 86 - Let's Play Toy Story 3 Complete Edition w/ Digital Eclipse

August 28, 2026

In 2010, Toy Story 3 shocked the gaming world with an incredible game that served as a perfect companion to the film of the same name. Not content with a dynamic campaign that took players through the events of the film (and then some), the title included an innovative "Toy Box" mode that was practically another game in and of itself, letting you explore various zones, accomplish missions for franchise characters, and customize the world to your liking. Fast forward to today, and we're on the...

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Frequently asked questions

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How do I get in touch with Official Atari Games Podcast?

Official Atari Games Podcast is hosted by Jason Polansky. Its publicly listed email is jason.polansky@atari.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Official Atari Games Podcast?

The publicly listed email for Official Atari Games Podcast: jason.polansky@atari.com.

How many listeners does Official Atari Games Podcast have?

Podseeker estimates Official Atari Games Podcast reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Official Atari Games Podcast?

Official Atari Games Podcast typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Game developers, producers, studio founders, and studio leaders with a shipped game or direct involvement in an Atari or partner-studio project. Common among recent guests: Shipped commercial video games; Founded or led an independent game studio; Developed or produced a game being released, remastered, or ported. Recent guests include Calvin Vu, Ben Miller, and Chris McQuinn.

How hard is it to get booked on Official Atari Games Podcast?

Low. A guest with relevant expertise and a clear angle for its audience has a realistic chance.

What topics does Official Atari Games Podcast cover?

Recent episodes cover Atari, Gaming, Game Development, Indie Games, and Retro Gaming. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

jason.polansky@atari.com

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