The Pixelated Plato Podcast is a podcast exploring the foundations of gaming and how gaming makes us better people. We will explore your favorite games, have conversations with gamers and explore ways we as gamers can make a better world. Plato was foundational to developing a way of thinking which has affected every aspect of our lives. We can build this same foundation now to show the world the positive impact gamers have. Come join us!
Website: www.phenomenagaming.com
Find me on Twitter @whatcouldbeingb
Disclaimers: Listener discretion is advised as we cover discussions of alcohol use and Adderall in this episode.
We swear a lot and we want this to be an unfiltered experience so be aware of that before you listen.
This is a mishmash episode. We use the Ace Attorney games as a precursor to have a full discussion of Maria's Capcom fandom and to reflect on questions on the legal system. Why does a prosecutor losing a case such a big deal? Why is the burden so heavy on the defense in Ace Attorney? Etc.
We weave our discussions to examine layoffs and how capitalism creates a major struggle for people who love to create art. I also spend some time reflecting on the mission of Phenomena Gaming with this chaotic landscape. I give some brief notes about business incubators, social entrepreneurship, and worker owned cooperatives as a point of reflection.
Overall, this is meant to be a reunion for Maria and I since we haven't recorded in a few months. We're excited to be back and I'm excited to engage more with our listeners as our responsibilities have integrated into our lives.
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6 Dec 2023
Castlevania: Simon and Journeying through Trauma
CW: Therapy, Mental Illness
Castlevania's lore is focused on the Belmont family and their duty to protect the world from monsters and vampires. Generations of Belmonts have served to defeat Dracula and we highlight Simon in his journey from Castlevania 1 & 2. Maria and I discuss Simon's trauma, the unique narrative of men sharing emotion when societal narratives deeply discouraged men showing emotions other than anger. This has changed a little in the past 30 years but we still have a long ways to go.
If you need emergency help with mental illness, please contact the National Suicide prevention hotline at 1-800-273-8255. Also, please seek therapy if you are noticing any symptoms. Life is very difficult and our circumstances as a society are steadily becoming more stressful. We also know there is a lot of privilege in this statement as mental health care is not easily accessible for everyone. However, we want to provide a base reflection from our own experiences and work with the community on how we actually create better conditions for people to access the care they need. This is the beginning of a conversation, not the end.
Phenomena Gaming has a lot of goals for 2024 and we are excited to meet you as we start going to some local conventions. Our dream of a gaming focused worker cooperative will take all of us to want better conditions in gaming employment. We hope you will join this journey with us in 2024.
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6 Nov 2023
Castlevania Symphony of the Night
Maria is back for a series about Castlevania! This will be a 3 part series. Episode 1 highlights Rondo of Blood briefly and then spends the majority of the time on Symphony of the Night. We discuss lore, lost love, and Alucard. We love Alucard. Poor man trying to sleep and keeps being woken up by his father.
Part 2 will focus on Castlevania 1 and 2 while Part 3 will be an overview of the themes throughout the entire series.
You can reach Maria at Space-Kitty00.
We are signing up for Convergence con this summer in Minneapolis where listeners can meet Maria and I. This will take place July 4th-7th. We're also developing a plan for social media and email engagement. Please sign up at www.phenomenagaming.com to stay posted on our episodes, blog posts, and future plans. 2024 is going to be an exciting year!
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