Maddy Myers

Chris Plante, co-founder of Polygon and host of Post Games; Maddy Myers, former deputy editor at Polygon; and Joshua Rivera, freelance writer with deep Mario insights, come together for a lively draft of the greatest Mario games. They reminisce about their gaming origins, discuss the character's timeless appeal, and share hilarious personal anecdotes. The trio debates game mechanics while highlighting quirky Mario titles. With playful banter and nostalgia, they navigate the rich legacy of Mario in a fun, competitive format.

Maddy Myers, games journalist and co-founder/editor-in-chief of Mothership, known for feminist games criticism and leadership at Kotaku and Polygon. She recounts leaving big outlets to start an indie, early print-journalism roots, building a queer, women-owned site, decisions around ownership and pay models, and the challenges of sustainable growth and fair freelance budgets.

Maddy Myers and Zoe Hannah, both journalism veterans and co-founders of the feminist gaming site Mothership, share their journey launching the publication. They discuss the importance of feminist media and community-driven content in the wake of industry layoffs. The duo delves into the significance of body representation in games and the mission to uplift marginalized voices. Alongside playful dialogues about gaming culture and hypothetical scenarios involving streamers, they highlight the value of subscriptions in fostering independent, thoughtful journalism.

Zachary Small, NYT games reporter, offers reporting-based angles. Keza MacDonald, Guardian games editor and author of Super Nintendo, brings historical context. Maddy Myers, Mothership co-founder and critic, shares personal and critical takes. They discuss Nintendo history, Zelda origin stories, a playful draft of favorite Links, maps, items, bosses, dungeons, songs, and companion characters.

Maddy Myers, a gaming journalist and co-host of the Triple Click podcast, shares insights on how video games address mental health authentically. She discusses titles like Depression Quest and Celeste, which represent struggles with depression through gameplay and art. Gregory Lobanov, an independent game designer known for Chicory: A Colorful Tale, explores the nuances of depicting mental health and creativity in gaming. They highlight the power of indie games to convey personal, emotional stories that resonate deeply with players.