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Retro Asylum - The UK's No.1 Retro Gaming Podcast

Chris O'Regan, Jim Middleton

Booking Overview

A retro-gaming interview and discussion show focused on classic video games, hardware, arcades, and gaming culture, with external guests typically including veteran game developers, event organizers, and figures from the retro-gaming community. Credible pitches include retro game creators, arcade and gaming-event organizers, vintage hardware specialists, and historians with a direct connection to the subject; booking difficulty is medium.

Metrics

Episodes: 310

Frequency: Irregular

Rating: 4.8/5.0

Estimated listeners: 1,000 - 10,000

Gender skew: Male

Listener location: United Kingdom

YouTube: 3.8k subscribers

Instagram: 958 followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

dean@retroasylum.com

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Host

Chris O'Regan - Retro-gaming commentator and podcast presenter covering classic games, hardware, and gaming culture.

Jim Middleton - Retro-gaming commentator and podcast presenter focused on classic games, gaming events, and enthusiast culture.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Direct experience in retro video game development, arcade gaming, vintage hardware, gaming events, or the preservation and history of classic games.
Required Achievements:  
Developing or publishing retro-style games, Organizing arcade or retro-gaming events, Contributing to vintage gaming hardware or enthusiast communities

Recent Guest Discussions

Stoo Cambridge - Urbx Warriors: 16bit Edition And Its Kickstarter Campaign.

Tony Warriner - Urbx Warriors: 16bit Edition And Its Kickstarter Campaign.

Kevin Armstrong - The North Bristol Retro Meet And Retro Gaming.

Steve Higgins - The North Bristol Retro Meet And Retro Gaming.

Recent Topics

Gaming, Retro Gaming, Arcade Gaming, Video Game History, Home Computers

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Retro Asylum - The UK's No.1 Retro Gaming Podcast
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Episode 376: Play Expo Blackpool 2026 & Kim Justice Interview

October 08, 2026

Jim Middleton & Chris O'Regan venture up north to visit Play Expo Blackpool which celebrates it's 16th year whilst Dean Swain chat's with YouTuber Kim Justice about her latest book "The Rubber-Keyed Wonder: Sinclair ZX Spectrum Story".   To back the Kickstarter project The Rubber-Keyed Wonder: Sinclair ZX Spectrum Story visit https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/48k/the-rubber-keyed-wonder-the-sinclair-zx-spectrum-story Learn more about the Ultimate Vectrex Multicart 2 at: https://www.facebo...

Episode 375: UrbX Warriors

September 13, 2026

Chris O'Regan and Jim Middleton discuss PAX West and the Recent Evercade Community Day where we got hands on with the new Nexus handheld before talking to industry legends Tony Warriner and Stoo Cambridge about their new game UrbX Warriors: 16Bit Edition. Back the UrbX Warriors 16Bit Edition at https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/tonywarriner/urbx-warriors-the-lost-city-16-bit-edition Thanks to all of our Patreon's who made this episode possible, we really appreciate your kind donations! F...

Episode 374: Toonstruck

September 09, 2026

Chris and Mads return with a look at a huge budget point and click adventure game from way back in 1996 - Toonstruck with Christopher Lloyd as a playable character.   As always, thanks to all of our Patreon's who made this episode possible, we really appreciate your kind donations! Forge  Richard Guy Simms (mdkdue) Richard Hyde Roger Swan Plasticman Stephen James Robert Ilott Pete Rogers Rune P New Game Old Flame - Podcast Christopher Bolton Dylan D'Arch Bitmap Soft Mikes vintage Tech Nik Ho...

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Frequently asked questions

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How do I get in touch with Retro Asylum - The UK's No.1 Retro Gaming Podcast?

Retro Asylum - The UK's No.1 Retro Gaming Podcast is hosted by Chris O'Regan and Jim Middleton. Its publicly listed email is dean@retroasylum.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 Retro Asylum - The UK's No.1 Retro Gaming Podcast?

The publicly listed email for Retro Asylum - The UK's No.1 Retro Gaming Podcast: dean@retroasylum.com.

How many listeners does Retro Asylum - The UK's No.1 Retro Gaming Podcast have?

Podseeker estimates Retro Asylum - The UK's No.1 Retro Gaming Podcast reaches 1,000 to 10,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Retro Asylum - The UK's No.1 Retro Gaming Podcast?

Retro Asylum - The UK's No.1 Retro Gaming Podcast typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Direct experience in retro video game development, arcade gaming, vintage hardware, gaming events, or the preservation and history of classic games. Common among recent guests: Developing or publishing retro-style games; Organizing arcade or retro-gaming events; Contributing to vintage gaming hardware or enthusiast communities. Recent guests include Stoo Cambridge, Tony Warriner, and Kevin Armstrong.

How hard is it to get booked on Retro Asylum - The UK's No.1 Retro Gaming Podcast?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does Retro Asylum - The UK's No.1 Retro Gaming Podcast cover?

Recent episodes cover Gaming, Retro Gaming, Arcade Gaming, Video Game History, and Home Computers. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

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