The Examined Game

Q: How do I get in touch with The Examined Game?

The Examined Game is hosted by Steven Lake. Its publicly listed email is steven@brassmillmedia.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.

Q: What is the email for The Examined Game?

The publicly listed email for The Examined Game: steven@brassmillmedia.com.

Q: How many listeners does The Examined Game have?

Podseeker estimates The Examined Game reaches fewer than 100 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Q: Who is an ideal guest for The Examined Game?

The Examined Game typically books industry leaders. Typical guest background: Established game developers, studio executives, senior artists, actors, designers, or other creators with a direct role in notable video game franchises or influential independent projects. Common among recent guests: Credited work on widely recognized video game titles; Leadership roles at established game studios; Creation or performance of notable game characters. Recent guests include Cole Medeiros, Doug Cockle, and Nate Purkeypile.

Q: How hard is it to get booked on The Examined Game?

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

Q: What topics does The Examined Game cover?

Recent episodes cover Gaming, Game Development, Game Design, Game Preservation, and Voice Acting. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Steven Lake

Booking Overview

This is an interview podcast focused on the creative process, personal impact, and meaning of influential video games, typically featuring established game developers, studio leaders, artists, and voice actors. Credible candidates include senior game creators, executives at notable studios, acclaimed voice performers, game-preservation specialists, and experts with a substantial role in recognized titles; booking difficulty is medium because the show targets credible industry figures but is more specialized than a top-tier mainstream outlet.

Metrics

Episodes: 32

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Estimated listeners: < 100

Gender skew: Male

Listener location: Canada

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

steven@brassmillmedia.com

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Host

Steven Lake - Peabody-nominated documentary producer whose work has appeared on Netflix, BBC Storyville, PBS, Al Jazeera, and The Guardian. His films include Roll Red Roll, Phantom Parrot, and Dungeon Masterhood.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium

Typical Credentials:

Established game developers, studio executives, senior artists, actors, designers, or other creators with a direct role in notable video game franchises or influential independent projects.

Required Achievements:

Credited work on widely recognized video game titles, Leadership roles at established game studios, Creation or performance of notable game characters, Launch of significant independent games or adaptations, Work preserving, remastering, or re-releasing influential games

Recent Guest Discussions

Cole Medeiros - Adapting A Major Video Game IP Into A Board Game, Creative Iteration, Development Pressures, And Relationships With Game Communities.

Doug Cockle - Developing Geralt's Voice And Character, The Evolution Of The Witcher, Acting Careers, Personal Costs, And Health.

Nate Purkeypile - World-building And Environment Art, Bethesda's Creative Evolution, Development Challenges, And His Transition To Independent Game Development.

Stephen Kick - Game Preservation, Remastering Classic Titles, Studio Leadership, And The Personal Origins Of His Work In Restoring Influential Games.

Doug Cockle - The Transition From University Lecturer To Full-time Actor, Career Pressures, Mental And Physical Health, And The Personal Costs Of Professional Success.

Recent Topics

Gaming, Game Development, Game Design, Game Preservation, Voice Acting

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on

The Examined Game

The Game Dev Trying to Ruin Your Life (And Save It) | Bennett Foddy (Getting Over It, Baby Steps)

October 08, 2026

Send us Fan MailToday I'm talking with Bennett Foddy, creator of QWOP, GIRP, Getting Over It with Bennett Foddy, and co-creator of Baby Steps. Bennett's games are known for torturing players, but today I get to deep dive into the philosophy behind his design choices, and they run a lot deeper than you might think.Bennett is incredibly thoughtful and considered when it comes to players, which might surprise you considering the challenges he puts in their way. In this interview, we ta...

The Examined Game Special - Resident Evil Movie, Star Wars Zero Company and Assassin's Creed Addiction

September 29, 2026

Send us Fan MailHi all, Steven Lake here from The Examined Game. So i've had a couple weeks where i've been short of a guest but I didn't want to leave you totally hanging so I thought i'd have a chat with you all about the new Resident Evil movie, how Star Wars Zero Company has saved me from a bad save scumming habit and to get really honest with you about my addiction to buying and not playing Assassin's Creed games. I'm trying to get a good work flow in place ...

Betting My Career on Talking About Video Games — 6 Months In

September 23, 2026

Send us Fan MailTechnoblade Never Dies Documentary Announcement: https://youtu.be/Lj0mDrEKSmA?si=N0pV54fYQg5HlnxFVariety Piece: https://variety.com/2026/film/news/technoblade-never-dies-documentary-minecraft-riot-games-1236850438/Today my guest on The Examined Game Podcast is me... Steven Lake. Look life has been busy with a few projects and for the first time in 7 months I didn't line up a guest for the podcast. So I thought i'd spend a bit of time telling you what i'm up to o...

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Frequently asked questions

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The Examined Game

How do I get in touch with The Examined Game?

The Examined Game is hosted by Steven Lake. Its publicly listed email is steven@brassmillmedia.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 The Examined Game?

The publicly listed email for The Examined Game: steven@brassmillmedia.com.

How many listeners does The Examined Game have?

Podseeker estimates The Examined Game reaches fewer than 100 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for The Examined Game?

The Examined Game typically books industry leaders. Typical guest background: Established game developers, studio executives, senior artists, actors, designers, or other creators with a direct role in notable video game franchises or influential independent projects. Common among recent guests: Credited work on widely recognized video game titles; Leadership roles at established game studios; Creation or performance of notable game characters. Recent guests include Cole Medeiros, Doug Cockle, and Nate Purkeypile.

How hard is it to get booked on The Examined Game?

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

What topics does The Examined Game cover?

Recent episodes cover Gaming, Game Development, Game Design, Game Preservation, and Voice Acting. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

steven@brassmillmedia.com

Looking for the right person? Join Podseeker to find direct host and producer contacts and manage your podcast outreach.

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