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We’re joined by pioneer video game historian Leonard Herman, author and publisher of several video game history books including the first comprehensive book chronicling the history of the videogame industry, Phoenix: The Fall & Rise of Home Videogames, and its subsequent series. We touch on Leonard’s early career, the challenges of self-publishing, and the evolution of his Phoenix series through various editions, including his most recent Phoenix Five. Leonard also highlights his collaborations with Ralph Baer and his efforts to correct historical misconceptions, particularly those around the co-founders of Atari.
You can listen to the Video Game History Hour every other Wednesday on Patreon (one day early at the $5 tier and above), on Spotify, or on our website.
See more from Leonard Herman:
Website: thegamescholar.com
Facebook: Leonard Herman
Facebook (book): Phoenix 5 - The History of the Videogame Industry
Video Game History Foundation:
Email: [email protected]
Website: gamehistory.org
Support us on Patreon: /gamehistoryorg
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We’re joined by pioneer video game historian Leonard Herman, author and publisher of several video game history books including the first comprehensive book chronicling the history of the videogame industry, Phoenix: The Fall & Rise of Home Videogames, and its subsequent series. We touch on Leonard’s early career, the challenges of self-publishing, and the evolution of his Phoenix series through various editions, including his most recent Phoenix Five. Leonard also highlights his collaborations with Ralph Baer and his efforts to correct historical misconceptions, particularly those around the co-founders of Atari.
You can listen to the Video Game History Hour every other Wednesday on Patreon (one day early at the $5 tier and above), on Spotify, or on our website.
See more from Leonard Herman:
Website: thegamescholar.com
Facebook: Leonard Herman
Facebook (book): Phoenix 5 - The History of the Videogame Industry
Video Game History Foundation:
Email: [email protected]
Website: gamehistory.org
Support us on Patreon: /gamehistoryorg

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