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Gaming The System - The Feminist Gaming Podcast

GamingtheSystem

The podcast where 3 intersectional feminists examine gaming and games through a feminist lens. New Episodes every Thursday.Alex, Jem and Matt believe gaming is good. Gaming is good for relaxation, for learning, for bringing people together and for your mental health. But like all media, there is both good and bad and we want to address how we make gaming a safe and healthy environment for women and minority groups (although lets not forget that people of colour are the global ethnic majority).We

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232 - Disability in Games - Is To a T about living...

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2025/06/26

In this second part of our disability discussion, Alex, Jem, and Matt dive into To a T. A quirky, cosy narrative game with a quietly powerful take on difference, access, and fitting in. It’s weird, whimsical, and worth talking about. Key Talking Points Is a game that explores life's challenges in T-pose an allegory for living with disability?Teenager uses long-handled spoons and rides a unicycle, normalising adaptations.Is it ever helpful to discuss disability and superpowers in the same brea...

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231 - Disability in Games: Beyond the Token Character

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2025/06/18

Alex, Jem, and Matt return to disability in games and examine how disabled people are represented (or not) across game worlds, narratives, and mechanics. As always, the conversation is grounded in lived experience, intersectional feminism, and an openness to complexity. Key Talking Points From wheelchairs to invisible conditions—disability is broad, personal, and everywhere, so what counts as disability?Disabled protagonists are rare. When they do show up, the game often edits out the r...

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230 - Allyship in Action: Lessons from In-Game Allies...

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2025/06/12

Exploring Allies in Gaming: The Good, The Bad, and The Betrayals In this episode, the hosts delve deep into what makes a bad ally in gaming and real life. They discuss various instances from popular games like 'Star Wars Jedi: Survivor,' 'Spyro,' 'Pandemic Legacy,' and 'Baldur's Gate III,' highlighting how betrayal and inconsistent allies impact gameplay and player trust. They also share their favorite in-game companions and how these characters enrich their gaming experiences, touching on t...

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228 - Word-Hammer 40k - Writing in the 41st...

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2025/06/06

Exploring Warhammer 40K: Writing, Lore, and the Power of Short Stories - Featuring Chris Welcome back to another episode of Gaming the System! In this supplemental episode, our host is joined once again by Chris to dive deeper into writing within the Warhammer 40K universe. The conversation spans Chris’s journey into the 40K hobby, touching upon the evolution of the game, the appeal of different factions like Sisters of Battle and Death Guard, and the intricacies of writing compelling 40K na...

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35:30

229 - Allyship in Action: Lessons from In-Game Allies...

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2025/06/05

Exploring Allyship in Gaming: In-Game Companions and Real-Life Lessons In this episode, we dive into the concept of allyship, examining what makes an ally in the gaming world and how those lessons can be applied to real life. We discuss the different types of allies, from NPCs and animal companions to trading allies and equipment. Examples from games like Fallout New Vegas, Assassin's Creed, Skyrim, and more illustrate how allies contribute to achieving goals. We also explore the dynamics of...

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227 Gaming the System vs. The Anti-Woke Steam List –...

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2025/05/21

In this second part of our journey into the Woke Games Steam List, Matt, Jem, and Alex continue dissecting the spreadsheet compiled by a Steam group determined to flag games they believe are “too woke.” The list includes 1,600 titles categorised based on content they find politically or socially objectionable, particularly anything seen as pro LGBTQ+, progressive themes, or diverse narratives. In this episode, the GTS Pod explores what motivates this kind of cataloguing, who benefits from it,...

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30:24

226 Gaming the System vs. The Anti-Woke Steam List –...

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2025/05/14

In this first half of our two-part deep dive, the Gaming the System crew tackles a bizarre and troubling corner of the gaming world: a Steam curator list designed to help players avoid so-called “woke” games. Yes, really. Matt, Jem, and Alex dissect this extensive (and often baffling) database compiled by those who see diversity, empathy, and inclusion as threats to gaming. We explore the origins of the term "woke," how it's been weaponised by the political right, and how it's used here as a ...

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225 - Gaming Narratives: Power and Pitfalls in...

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2025/05/07

In the second half of our conversation with Chris on writing in games, we dive even deeper into how writing has evolved across the gaming industry. From the early days of text-based adventures to cinematic storytelling powerhouses like God of War and Baldur's Gate 3, we explore what makes game writing work. We touch on the layered history of iconic characters like Lara Croft and James Bond, and how their portrayals reflect broader societal shifts. Is Lara’s journey just about tomb raiding, or...

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224 - The Last of Us Season 2 – Double Episode Special!

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2025/04/30

After two long years of anticipation, The Last of Us is back – and so are we! In this extra-long, spoiler-packed premiere special, Matt and Jem dive deep into the first two episodes of Season 2 in a raw, emotional, and fiercely analytical conversation that kicks off our brand new series. This double-length special sets the stage for the rest of our TLOU coverage, which will continue exclusively on Patreon. So if you’re as obsessed with this show as we are, head over to patreon.com/gamingthesy...

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223 - Gaming Narratives: Power and Pitfalls in...

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2025/04/23

Alex, Jem, and Matt are joined by lifelong writer and gamer Chris for a rich and unfiltered conversation on the craft of video game writing. They get into what sets game writing apart from other media like film, television, and books, exploring the challenges and unique storytelling power. Chris shares insights from both his hands-on experience of writing and his deep love for gaming. The episode considers how interactivity and non-linearity shape the narrative experience, as they meand...

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222 Gamer Guilt Episode 04 - Backlogs, Bias & Letting Go

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2025/04/18

In this final instalment of our Gamer Guilt series, we delve into the emotional baggage of gaming: the backlog shame spiral, perfectionism, and the internalised pressure to “do it right.” Hosted by Jem, with Alex and Matt in conversation, this episode is a thoughtful, funny, and heartfelt wrap-up on how guilt seeps into our gaming habits—and how we can begin to let it go. Do you really need to finish every game you start? From towering game libraries to piles of unread books, we explore the ...

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28:57

221 - Baldur's Gate 3 Fan Casting Part 4 - Muscle...

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2025/04/09

In the fourth and final episode of our Baldur’s Gate 3 FanCast, Matt, Alex, Jem, and returning guest Fin wrap up our casting choices and fawn over the companions who’ve stolen our hearts and party spots. This time, it’s all about Karlach, Jaheira, and the one and only Boo - no, Minsc. From Minsc's psychology to shaking hands with Neil Newbon, this episode celebrates everything we love about BG3: heart, trauma, power, and a surprising amount of hamster love. Missed the earlier episodes? Catch ...

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220 - GTS March News roundup - Part 2 - What do...

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2025/04/02

In this episode, Alex, Jem, and Matt get stuck into more of March’s gaming headlines, with their signature intersectional feminist lens. From thick-thighed anime girls to cancelled superhero titles, the team digs into what’s driving trends—and who’s really benefitting. Highlights: Economic Recession = Thicker Thighs? A Japanese game producer claims that plumper character designs are recession-driven. The team tears apart this bizarre argument, calling out the continued objectification of wom...

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219 - GTS March News roundup - Part 1 - Games,...

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2025/03/28

Gaming the System – March News Round-Up (Part 1) In This Episode: This week, your favourite feminist gaming trio—Alex, Jem, and Matt—dive into the March headlines with their signature mix of insight, laughter, and righteous indignation. From poker-playing indie darlings to FOMO-fueled spending sprees, we dissect the news through a feminist lens, asking: who benefits, who loses out, and what’s hiding beneath the surface? This is Part 1 of 2 in our March news round-up. Please stay tuned for mo...

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218 - Casting Baldur’s Gate 3 - Part 3: Our Tav,...

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2025/03/19

Welcome back to Gaming The System, the podcast where three intersectional feminists 🎭 examine gaming through a critical lens. In this four-part series, we’re deep-diving into Baldur’s Gate 3 (BG3), imagining our dream cast for a potential TV adaptation 📺, and unpacking what makes these characters so compelling. Series Overview: We’re taking on the ultimate challenge—casting Baldur’s Gate 3 as a live-action series. Across four episodes, we debate the perfect actors for companion and

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217 Gamer Guilt Part 3: The Cost - Spending, Regrets...

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2025/03/15

Welcome back to Gaming the System, where three intersectional feminists examine gaming and games through a feminist lens! In this third installment of our Gamer Guilt series, Jem, Alex, and Matt dive into the financial side of gaming—how much we spend, how we justify it, and the guilt that sometimes comes with it. 💰 Gaming vs. Other Hobbies We rarely question the cost of sports, music, or collecting hobbies, but why is gaming spending scrutinised? From consoles to digital libraries, our

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28:39

216 - Gamer Guilt Part 2: Productivity & The Raw...

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2025/03/06

Welcome back to Gaming The System! This week, Jem, Alex, and Matt are back with Part 2 of our deep dive into gamer guilt—this time, exploring how guilt shows up in unexpected ways, from screen time worries to external judgement, and why we feel the need to justify our gaming habits. This episode goes beyond just gaming and into the big stuff—self-worth, productivity, social connection, and the pressure to "use our time wisely." Why do some hobbies feel more acceptable than others? And how can...

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215 Gamer Guilt - Part 1

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2025/02/27

Gaming The System: Gamer Guilt Part 1 – Show Notes 🎮 Welcome back to Gaming The System! This week, Jem, Alex, and Matt dive into gamer guilt—that nagging feeling about how much time we spend gaming, what we play, and whether we’re making the “right” choices with our hobby. This episode focuses on time, priorities, and responsibility—how we fit gaming into our lives, the social pressures that make us feel guilty, and how different perspectives shape our experiences. What’s in this episode? ⏳

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214 - Baldur's Gate 3 Fan Casting Part 2 - Lae’zel &...

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2025/02/20

Baldur’s Gate 3 Fancast – Part 2 🎭 Welcome back, adventurers! Last time, we debated the perfect fan cast for three of Baldur’s Gate 3’s beloved (and despised) characters. This time, we’re diving even deeper into the party lineup—tackling the unstoppable force that is Lae’zel and the criminally underwritten Wyll. We also dive into the importance of accessibility in gaming. Alex, Matt and Jem are once again joined by BG3 superfan, Fin, to discuss everything from modding chaos to confessi...

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213 - Baldur's Gate 3 Fan Casting! Halsin,...

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2025/02/13

PAYPAL & PATREON If you want to support us, you can send us a one-off donation via paypal or subscribe monthly to our Patreon. For paypal, send your donation to: wearegamingthesystem@gmail.com For patreon: patreon.com/gamingthesystem ----- #femalegamers #womengamers #feministgamingpodcast #feministgamers #intersectionalgaming #equalityingames #equalgamers #gamergate #videogames #womeningames #diversegamers #gaming #gamer #girlgamer #gamergirl #lgbtq ...

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