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The Retro Gamers: A Video Game Podcast

Anthony Ripo

Booking Overview

This is a retro gaming interview and discussion show focused on classic video game platforms, franchises, industry history, and arcade culture, with occasional external guests from the game business and retro gaming community. Credible pitches include video game industry veterans, former publishers or brand executives, arcade owners, game historians, and retro gaming event organizers; booking difficulty is medium because the show can feature accessible niche experts but also attracts established industry figures.

Metrics

Episodes: 440

Frequency: Every two weeks

Rating: 4.6/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Gender skew: Male

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 10.4k subscribers

Instagram: 704 followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

email@theretrogamers.com

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Host

Anthony Ripo - Host and publisher of The Retro Gamers, a show focused on classic video games, gaming history, and retro gaming culture.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Video game industry veterans, former publishers or brand executives, arcade owners, game historians, and organizers or professionals involved in retro gaming events.
Required Achievements:  
Leadership or marketing roles in the video game industry, Launching or managing notable gaming brands or publications, Owning or operating an arcade or retro gaming venue, Organizing retro gaming events

Recent Guest Discussions

Gail Tilden - Marketing Iconic Arcade Titles, Launching Nintendo Power, And Managing The Nintendo And Pokémon Brands.

Shawn Handyside - Operating A New Arcade Bar And The Local Retro Gaming Scene.

Recent Topics

Retro Gaming, Gaming, Nintendo, Arcade Games, Gaming History

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
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Episode #446: Retro Game Con Recap

October 13, 2026

We invaded Retro Game Con in Syracuse, New York, to do a little shopping and catch up on all things retro gaming. Bastian Tenbergen from  @retrobytemeister  was kind enough to join and chat about what he's been up in the world of fixing retro consoles and showed up his pickups as well.---FOLLOW US ON SOCIALShttp://linktr.ee/retrogamerspodcast

Episode #445: NWC Memories with Daniel Pittaway

September 28, 2026

"The 1979 Kid," Daniel Pittaway joins the show the talk about his experience competing in the Nintendo World Championship in 1990. Then, Bastian Tenbergen of Retro Byte Meister shows off how he fixed my original Xbox to get it back in tip-top shape for another 25 years of retro gaming.---FOLLOW US ON SOCIALShttp://linktr.ee/retrogamerspodcast---"THE 1979 KID" DANIEL PITTAWAYhttps://youtube.com/@the1979kid---RETRO BYTE MEISTERhttps://www.youtube.com/@UCPIggfu0vP9aWZfYNkmdsYA

Episode #444: Attack of the Clone Games

September 15, 2026

Jackson from Too Consoles Too Late returns to the show to talk about some of our favorite games that we consider clones of another game. The list covers a breadth of the retro realm from the Atari 2600 to the Xbox 360.

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Frequently asked questions

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How do I get in touch with The Retro Gamers: A Video Game Podcast?

The Retro Gamers: A Video Game Podcast is hosted by Anthony Ripo. Its publicly listed email is email@theretrogamers.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 Retro Gamers: A Video Game Podcast?

The publicly listed email for The Retro Gamers: A Video Game Podcast: email@theretrogamers.com.

How many listeners does The Retro Gamers: A Video Game Podcast have?

Podseeker estimates The Retro Gamers: A Video Game Podcast reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for The Retro Gamers: A Video Game Podcast?

The Retro Gamers: A Video Game Podcast typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Video game industry veterans, former publishers or brand executives, arcade owners, game historians, and organizers or professionals involved in retro gaming events. Common among recent guests: Leadership or marketing roles in the video game industry; Launching or managing notable gaming brands or publications; Owning or operating an arcade or retro gaming venue. Recent guests include Gail Tilden and Shawn Handyside.

How hard is it to get booked on The Retro Gamers: A Video Game Podcast?

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

What topics does The Retro Gamers: A Video Game Podcast cover?

Recent episodes cover Retro Gaming, Gaming, Nintendo, Arcade Games, and Gaming History. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

email@theretrogamers.com

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