A video games podcast where Dave Jackson and guests break down and discuss the games they play. Each episode looks at one game in depth, focusing on mechanics, story, music and other aspects, with no spoilers until a clearly marked spoiler wall in the middle.
Tales from the Backlog
Claim This Podcastby Dave Jackson
4.9(131 reviews)
260 episodes
Updated Daily
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Quality90
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YouTube76
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A video games podcast where Dave Jackson and guests break down and discuss the games they play. Each episode looks at one game in depth, focusing on mechanics, story, music and other aspects, with no spoilers until a clearly marked spoiler wall in the middle.
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Publishing Since
10/25/2021
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Engagement92
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Recent Episodes
June 3, 2026
217: Many Nights a Whisper (with Flora Merigold)
Host Dave Jackson interviews Flora Merigold about the narrative and mechanics of the game Many Nights a Whisper, exploring its wish-granting systems and thematic depth.
May 27, 2026
216: Isles of Sea and Sky (with Jesse Guarascia)
Host Dave Jackson interviews Jesse Guarascia about the rich world and Sokoban-style puzzles of Isles of Sea and Sky, exploring its narrative potential.
May 20, 2026
215: Kingdom Hearts (with Leah Haydu)
Host Dave Jackson interviews Leah Haydu (Cane and Rinse, Character Issues) about the iconic Kingdom Hearts, exploring its story, combat, and enduring appeal.
260 total episodes available with 7 transcripts
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Nomad
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Dan
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Jacob McCourt
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Luke Lewis
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Dave Cox
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Kate Sánchez
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Jack (Piboi)
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