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State of the Arc Podcast

Casen

Booking Overview

A game-analysis show focused on narrative and design across video games, especially JRPGs, with occasional external guests such as game creators, authors, and gaming commentators. PR agencies could pitch game designers, game-history authors, and established creators with a strong perspective on specific games or genres; booking difficulty is low for well-matched niche experts.

Metrics

Episodes: 381

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 4.8/5.0

Estimated listeners: 1,000 - 10,000

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 162.0k subscribers

Page updated: Nov 4, 2026 · How we check this data

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

info@resonantarc.com

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Host

Casen - Host and game commentator covering video games, with recurring attention to JRPGs and game narrative.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

low
Typical Credentials:  
Relevant experience in game design, game history, or gaming commentary; authorship or an established gaming channel or podcast can also fit.
Required Achievements:  
Published work related to games, Professional game-design experience, An established gaming channel or podcast

Recent Guest Discussions

Pat Hollemon - The Development And Evolution Of Early Jrpgs, Including Their Design Experiments, Franchises, And Influence.

Best Guy Ever - Kingdom Hearts And Reactions To The Kingdom Hearts IV Trailer.

Recent Topics

Gaming, Japanese Role Playing Games, Game Design, Narrative Design

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
State of the Arc Podcast
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The SNES Era | History of JRPGs: Ep3 (Ft. Pat Holleman)

October 29, 2026

We carry you through the early 90's in this episode. Some of the best games in gaming history come out during this time, and most were released for the Super Nintendo. This is one of the most exciting era's in video game history! Thanks for watching! A big thanks to Pat for joining us again, you can find his newest game, Quartet, here: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1307960/Quartet/ **Listen on Spotify**: https://open.spotify.com/show/4gIzzvT3AfRHjGlfF8kFW3 **Listen on Soundcloud**: ht...

How JRPGs Found Their Identity | History of JRPGs: Ep.2 (Ft. Pat Hollemon)

October 21, 2026

Before the golden age, JRPGs were undergoing an exciting period of experimentation! In Part 2 of our History of JRPGs series, we're joined once again by game designer and author Pat Holleman to explore the years 1988–1990, when Japanese developers began pushing the boundaries of what an RPG could be. From Final Fantasy II's unconventional progression systems, which led to the birth of SaGa, to Dragon Quest IV's ambitious storytelling, we examine how the industry's biggest franchises continua...

What Happened To The Chrono Trigger Deep-Dive?

October 14, 2026

Hello everyone! We're hard at work on a lot of behind-the-scenes things I wanted to update you on. We've got new episodes on the History of JRPGs, Silent Hill 2, and Chrono Trigger in the works, plus a brand-new studio space we're VERY close to debuting. I just need a little more time to get things in order, so thank you for your patience as we transition to a new look and format for the show! Discord Link: https://discord.gg/RFMF6gpHr Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/resonantarc Twitte...

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State of the Arc Podcast
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How do I get in touch with State of the Arc Podcast?

State of the Arc Podcast is hosted by Casen. Its publicly listed email is info@resonantarc.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 State of the Arc Podcast?

The publicly listed email for State of the Arc Podcast: info@resonantarc.com.

How many listeners does State of the Arc Podcast have?

Podseeker estimates State of the Arc Podcast reaches 1,000 to 10,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for State of the Arc Podcast?

State of the Arc Podcast typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Relevant experience in game design, game history, or gaming commentary; authorship or an established gaming channel or podcast can also fit. Common among recent guests: Published work related to games; Professional game-design experience; An established gaming channel or podcast. Recent guests include Pat Hollemon and Best Guy Ever.

How hard is it to get booked on State of the Arc Podcast?

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

What topics does State of the Arc Podcast cover?

Recent episodes cover Gaming, Japanese Role Playing Games, Game Design, and Narrative Design. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

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