Tristan Donovan
Author of "Replay: The History of Video Games" and writer for Business Wars. His expertise lies in video game history and the business dynamics of the gaming industry.
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Jan 17, 2024 • 39min
Xbox vs Playstation (REMIX) | The Console Conundrum | 5
Tristan Donovan, author of "Replay: The History of Video Games," joins to discuss the dramatic history of the PlayStation and Xbox rivalry. He reveals how a failed partnership between Sony and Nintendo could have dramatically altered the gaming landscape. Listeners will be intrigued by the nostalgia of gaming, the evolution of consoles, and the seismic shift toward mobile gaming. Donovan also explores Nintendo's lasting legacy and the potential pathways that could have changed today's market dynamics. Get ready for a gripping dive into gaming history!
Aug 6, 2024 • 39min
The Spy Who Defused the Missile Crisis | Unpacking the mind of a spy legend | 5
Oleg Penkovsky, a complex and controversial spy, grabs the spotlight alongside Tristan Donovan, a writer and executive producer, and Jack Basu-Mellish, host of the LSE Cold War Podcast. They dive deep into Penkovsky's motives—heroic or egotistical? The conversation also covers the Cold War's lasting global impact and the critical events like the Cuban Missile Crisis. Listeners will gain insights on intelligence interpretation and the importance of communication in diplomacy, all while pondering the reliability of history.
