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The 1099 is an interview-based podcast that highlights the best writers, YouTubers, developers, publishers, and people in video games and beyond. Founded by Josiah Renaudin and hosted by Joseph Knoop,... more
FAQs about The 1099:How many episodes does The 1099 have?The podcast currently has 256 episodes available.
October 26, 2015Episode 16: Disco Dodgeball Developer Erik AsmussenOn this week's episode, Robot Roller-Derby Disco Dodgeball creator, Erik Asmussen, joins host Josiah Renaudin to talk about how to get your game on Steam, the best way for your game to catch the attention of major websites, and the impact of Steam sales....more51minPlay
October 19, 2015Episode 15: Tom Mc Shea on Editorials and Developer InterviewsOn this week's episode, former GameSpot editor and current IGN freelancer, Tom Mc Shea, joins host Josiah Renaudin to talk about pitching features, how to interview developers during tense situations, and why writing reviews might not be the best use of your time....more1h 20minPlay
October 12, 2015Episode 14: Polygon Entertainment Reporter Julia AlexanderOn this week's episode, new entertainment reporter at Polygon, Julia Alexander, joins host Josiah Renaudin to talk about landing a full-time job in the industry, finding a writing mentor, writing weekly feature pitches, and why Drake might be the best living human....more1h 1minPlay
October 05, 2015Episode 13: Ian Williams on Video Game QA and Criticism Tipping PointOn this week’s episode, Ian Williams, a freelancer for Jacobin, The Guardian, Paste, and Vice Sports, joins host Josiah Renaudin to discuss working QA for Age of Conan, the best place to send your first pitch to, how we might be reaching a games criticism tipping point, and why you should always send your invoices early....more1h 20minPlay
September 21, 2015Episode 12: Carolyn Petit on Games Criticism and DiversityOn this week's episode, Carolyn Petit, a former GameSpot editor and current freelancer/podcaster, joins host Josiah Renaudin to discuss how video game reviews need to get better. They also tackle diversity in games, why dissenting opinions are OK, and the issues with Metal Gear Solid V coverage....more1h 4minPlay
September 14, 2015Episode 11: Spec Ops: The Line Creative Lead Cory DavisOn this week's episode, creative director of Daedalus at Tangentlemen and creative lead for Spec Ops: The Line, Cory Davis, joins host Josiah Renaudin to talk about how to get into game development, the possibility of a sequel to The Line, and what he's working on now....more55minPlay
September 07, 2015Episode 10: Dillon Skiffington and Jacob Wolf on eSportsOn this week's episode, Hearthhead site director and Kotaku freelancer, Dillon Skiffington, and reporter/video producer for the Daily Dot, Jacob Wolf, join host Josiah Renaudin to talk about who buys eSports coverage, why it's not a fad, and the best way to get paid for this type of writing. Josiah also learns quite a bit about fantasy eSports, which is totally a thing....more57minPlay
August 31, 2015Episode 09: Nick Capozzoli of GameSpotOn this week's episode, freelancer Nick Capozzoli joins host Josiah Renaudin to discuss what needs to change about video game reviews, common errors editors point out, and how to discover your own critical voice....more53minPlay
August 24, 2015Episode 08: Kevin VanOrd of Trion WorldsOn this week's episode, Kevin VanOrd, former GameSpot senior editor and current English editor at Trion Worlds, joins host Josiah Renaudin to talk about changing jobs, the best ways to start writing reviews for a major website like GameSpot, and tips to make your writing better. They also discuss Journey for a solid 15 minutes, because why not?...more1h 21minPlay
August 17, 2015Episode 07: Greg Kasavin of Supergiant GamesIn this week's episode, former GameSpot editor-in-chief and current developer at Supergiant Games, Greg Kasavin, joins host Josiah Renaudin to talk about past and present review writing, how to transition from writing about games to writing for games, and methods for bettering yourself through proper scheduling....more1h 9minPlay
FAQs about The 1099:How many episodes does The 1099 have?The podcast currently has 256 episodes available.