Ep 100: Special - 1v1 Major Nelson

Ep 100: Special - 1v1 Major Nelson

Author: GOA Presents The Weekly Show July 5, 2022 Duration: 29:59

Larry Hryb, aka Major Nelson. His title says "Director of Programming for XBox Live", but that is only one of the many hats that this legend of the industry wears. In our very special interview for episode 100 we talk to him about his life into gaming. How a chance crossing of the hallway at Microsoft started him on the journey to being one of the most recognisable names in the gaming community, and how he influenced every XBox since the 360! We also talk about the gaming industry and hear his opinions of how it's changed over the years, including his thoughts on gaming's "golden era", and where it will be in 20 years time. This is an episode not to be missed, and if you finish listening to it and feel the same way, make sure you share it with your fellow gamer so they can hear an incredible story told. We finish things up with a special thank you message to all those who have been involved, including you, over the last two years leading up to this episode. What a hell of a journey it's been, and here's to the next 100! Pete, Dan, and the Game On AUS Podcast team. PS: GAME ON!!!

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Hosted by Pete, Stormie, and Str8JaktJim, GOA Presents The Weekly Show is a proper Aussie chat about everything happening in the world of video games. It’s a laid-back conversation between mates who genuinely love this stuff, from the latest headlines and industry buzz to diving deep into what they’re calling Bloody Good Games. The vibe is unscripted and enthusiastic, capturing that feeling of hanging out after a good session. You’ll get their unfiltered takes, a fair bit of humour, and the kind of insights that come from spending a lifetime with a controller in hand. While the podcast is currently on a break, the existing episodes are a solid archive of their passion for the medium. It’s a show made by gamers for gamers, without any pretence, straight from the team at Game On Aus. For more from this crew, you can find their other work through the main GOA network. If you’ve got a topic you’re burning to discuss or just want to say g’day, they’re always up for a yarn at their contact email. This is the weekly gaming catch-up you didn’t know you needed, delivered with a distinctive Australian flavour.
Author: Language: en-au Episodes: 100

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