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Plug In And Play

Wayne Madden
29 episodes   Last Updated: Apr 21, 25
Plug In And Play is the perfect accompaniment for gamers everywhere. Hosted by Journalist, Broadcaster, Visiting Lecturer and Gamer Wayne Madden, it's a podcast which talks about all sorts of gaming from Atari to ZX Spectrum and wants to capture the pure essence and love for gaming and it's purest form.

Episodes

An episode on the announcement of the Nintendo Switch 2's launch! We're excited to do this, so excited we forgot to upload the episode for over two weeks...In this episode, Wayne and Steve dive into all things gaming – from current console chatter to nostalgic throwbacks and industry trends. Expect plenty of laughs, strong opinions, and a few unexpected tangents as the duo break down what’s hot (and what’s not) in the world of video games. Whether you’re a casual player or a hardcore gamer, there’s something here for everyone. Grab your controller and tune in! 🎧🎮#PlugInAndPlay #GamingPodcast #WayneAndSteve #GameOn
"Sorry for running out of time at the end!"Wayne’s back from his American adventure, and he’s brought stories, insights… and jet lag! In this episode of Plug In and Play, hosts Wayne Madden and Steven Fairbairn dive deep into the murky waters of piracy in gaming—exploring the moral debates, legal consequences, and how attitudes have shifted over time. From nostalgic memories to modern-day controversies, nothing is off limits.Plus, Wayne shares a strange but intriguing customer service experience at a GameStop that has the pair asking some serious (and hilarious) questions.Tune in for laughs, insight, and a touch of chaos.
Rejoice!Wayne and Steve have returned. The year is now 2025 and our intrepid hosts are older, wiser and more likely to be cancelled. But despite that, they're here to make some Plug In And Play content for their two loyal fans. This episode sees Steve and Wayne catch up on what they've been playing since the last episode, and there's a conversation about the Assassin Creed series, and whether it's making a habit of outstaying it's welcome.Plus, Wayne has decided it's 2013 again and that modern gaming isn't working for him. Initially done as a way of saving money, it seems that all this "less is more" in gaming is actually working for him. Let's welcome that new era!New Episodes Published Infrequently. Follow and Subscribe for More. And there will be more.
Steve and Wayne return to pay tribute to PlayStation. Talking memories, nostalgia and thirty years of gaming delights. Plus, will we ever get a Red Dead Redemption 3? We certainly hope so! Christmas Special is (we hope) coming soon!
Wayne and Steven talk about Official PlayStation Magazine, and the other gaming magazines we no longer have, following the news that Play Magazine will shortly be producing their final issue in the UK. Things have a changed a lot since Wayne first started studying Journalism in 2003 and the way we consume media has changed so much. We hope you'll enjoy the show. We certainly enjoy making it.
Oct 13, 2024
Oh. My. God.
Steve and Wayne return for an October show. Talking about what they've been playing and how Wayne managed to get his old on two old PS2's - whatever will he play on them? Steve's been reigniting old passions too, looking at Warhammer and also revisiting several classic games. And how much are they selling Ratchet and Clank for?
Ever get the feeling you have access to tons of media but there's simply NOTHING to play? Or loads of great shows but nothing to watch? If so, this is the episode for you, quite literally...as it will help you both answer that question AND fill the void. Enjoy! Plug In And Play is NOT filmed in front of any live studio audience. Sorry.
Steve and Wayne return to do what they do best, talk about video games. In this episode we discuss the actors art, and how video games have merged with more "traditional" roles of performance. We're also interested to know how one person in Sunderland managed to get four sealed copies of an extremely rare PS2 game. Listen On.
Steve and Wayne are still talking about Plumbers Don't Wear Ties. But they're also talking about how it relates to a bunch of old Interactive DVD titles Wayne found for sale recently. Bridging the gaps between movies and gamer, being experience and player, how does one define a game? An overarching topic, which will already be discussed on future episodes, Plug In And Play once again cordially invites you to join the conversation.
Do you remember Guitar Hero? The guys spend their time talking about Metallica - since there's a huge connection (and anniversary) crossover between the group and the world of gaming. Plus, what did Wayne actually buy in York? And was this episode even rehearsed...the answer may surprise you!