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A PODCAST FOR ARCADE LOVERS. From the owners of 100+ arcade and pinball cabinets, and the proprietors of a real-life arcade comes PODOUKEN, a brand new podcast that takes a deep dive into the world of video arcade games, and explores the history, story, strategy, art, music, restoration, preservation and fun of arcade games.

Recent Episodes
  • Big Buck Hunter - Episode 141
    Jun 4, 2025 – 01:44:25
  • Time Crisis - Episode 140
    May 21, 2025 – 01:40:02
  • Lethal Enforcers - Episode 139
    May 7, 2025 – 01:39:28
  • The House Of The Dead - Episode 138
    Apr 23, 2025 – 02:24:01
  • Area 51 - Episode 137
    Apr 9, 2025 – 02:24:45
  • Arcade Obscura (4P Beat ‘Em Ups) - Episode 136
    Mar 12, 2025 – 02:17:44
  • Battle Circuit - Episode 135
    Feb 26, 2025 – 02:27:53
  • Dungeons & Dragons: Tower of Doom / Shadow Over Mystara - Episode 134
    Feb 12, 2025 – 02:34:50
  • Metamorphic Force - Episode 133
    Jan 29, 2025 – 02:37:54
  • Golden Axe: Revenge of Death Adder - Episode 132
    Jan 15, 2025 – 02:01:53
  • Captain Commando - Episode 131
    Dec 18, 2024 – 01:59:29
  • Crime Fighters / Vendetta - Episode 130
    Dec 4, 2024 – 02:19:49
  • Gauntlet - Episode 129
    Nov 20, 2024 – 02:18:24
  • Choplifter - Episode 128
    Nov 6, 2024 – 01:48:25
  • Virtua Tennis - Episode 127
    Oct 23, 2024 – 01:53:14
  • Ninja Baseball Bat Man - Episode 126
    Oct 9, 2024 – 01:44:21
  • Arcade Obscura (LaserTimeDisc) - Episode 125
    Aug 14, 2024 – 02:20:05
  • Space Ace - Episode 124
    Jul 31, 2024 – 01:33:55
  • Cliff Hanger - Episode 123
    Jul 17, 2024 – 01:30:58
  • Mad Dog McCree- Episode 122
    Jun 26, 2024 – 02:11:14
  • Dragon's Lair - Episode 121
    Jun 12, 2024 – 01:42:27
  • Metal Slug - Episode 120
    May 29, 2024 – 02:31:36
  • Neo Geo 1997 - Episode 119
    May 15, 2024 – 02:31:24
  • Neo Geo 1996 - Episode 118
    May 1, 2024 – 02:33:34
  • Neo Geo 1995 - Episode 117
    Apr 17, 2024 – 02:13:26
  • Neo Geo 1994 - Episode 116
    Apr 3, 2024 – 03:00:06
  • Arcade Obscura (Beast Mode) - Episode 115
    Mar 20, 2024 – 01:41:15
  • Centipede - Episode 114
    Mar 13, 2024 – 01:39:06
  • Joust - Episode 113
    Feb 21, 2024 – 02:19:33
  • Trog - Episode 112
    Feb 7, 2024 – 01:41:43
  • Primal Rage - Episode 111
    Jan 24, 2024 – 02:05:17
  • Bubble Bobble - Episode 110
    Jan 10, 2024 – 01:59:04
  • Mappy - Episode 109
    Dec 27, 2023 – 02:00:57
  • Frogger - Episode 108
    Nov 29, 2023 – 01:51:52
  • Pretty Soldier Sailor Moon - Episode 107
    Nov 15, 2023 – 02:45:14
  • Superman - Episode 106
    Nov 1, 2023 – 02:31:14
  • City Connection - Episode 105
    Oct 18, 2023 – 01:32:30
  • Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles : Turtles in Time - Episode 104
    Oct 4, 2023 – 02:45:52
  • G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero - Episode 103
    Sep 20, 2023 – 02:29:34
  • Cadillacs and Dinosaurs - Episode 102
    Sep 6, 2023 – 02:16:23
  • Wild West C.O.W.-Boys of Moo Mesa - Episode 101
    Aug 23, 2023 – 02:22:49
  • The Simpsons - Episode 100
    Jul 26, 2023 – 03:21:26
  • Bucky O'Hare - Episode 099
    Jul 12, 2023 – 02:24:20
  • Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - Episode 098
    Jun 29, 2023 – 02:38:16
  • Arcade Obscura (Mounted Gun) - Episode 097
    Jun 14, 2023 – 02:39:08
  • Revolution X - Episode 096
    May 31, 2023 – 02:32:06
  • Silent Scope - Episode 095
    May 18, 2023 – 02:02:03
  • Terminator 2 : Judgement Day - Episode 094
    May 3, 2023 – 02:15:24
  • Operation Wolf - Episode 093
    Apr 19, 2023 – 02:09:29
  • Crossbow / Cheyenne / Chiller - Episode 092
    Apr 5, 2023 – 01:52:48
Recent Reviews
  • BizarroAids
    Pop in some quarters and enjoy
    If you like arcades and if you own arcade like machines -this is the podcast for you. Personally a favorite of mine; the dynamic between the 3 hosts is so engaging and they are so quick to bounce off of each other. Even if you don’t like a certain game it’s still a fun listen as you’ll learn more and more history of arcade games. They have a fun and light hearted community- would recommend this podcast to anyone
  • jamesbomberger
    Makes me miss the arcade days
    Was always more into console games, but listening to these three with their deep knowledge and entertaining banter make this one of my favorite video game podcast. Let’s get a gauntlet episode out already!
  • Duck Man Jack
    Nostalgic and Educational
    Absolutely one of my favorite podcasts. No episode ever feels too long, love the tangents. Thanks for always responding on Twitter
  • boss_frogg
    Insert coin to listen
    Absolutely one of my favorite podcasts. Really good balance of banter and information, these guys dive deep into arcade games. I always learn something interesting, even about games I’m very familiar with!
  • ParBran2022
    :|
    In episode 45 talking about MKAGP someone talking about what vr . VR stand for virtual reality like meta quest
  • Braijin the Gaijin
    Insert 25 cents
    I’m excited whenever this comes out every fortnight. I don’t know anything about how the actual arcade machines work, but the hosts make it all sound very interesting and fun. Every game is well researched and you’ll probably walk away with a few new tidbits of info on your head.
  • mbarnett000
    Great podcast
    I’ve really enjoyed listening about arcade history. Getting to relive my youth! Keep up the great work.
  • MouthDork
    An original!
    This podcast is such a great spin on video game discussion. Just listen to their recent ep discussing The Outfoxies to hear what I mean. The conversation is fun, informative, joyful, and inviting. Stop reading this review and just click subscribe.
  • Head of Krampus
    Video game edutainment at its best
    Have you ever been interested in owning some old arcade machines but don't have the time, money, or space to go through with it? Me too. Now I get to see what that would be like by listening to this podcast. I may not understand all of the lingo these guys use but the show makes me want to learn it. It also makes me want to free up some space in my basement for a few arcade cabinets and to learn how to fix old electronics.
  • ApeironD
    Concept is great... but
    I love fighting games and was pretty excited to see a podcast for them. These Episodes seems to release at random times and the hosts sound bored and kind of drone on. It seems they enjoy fighting games, but you couldn’t tell from the lack of excitement. There’s a ton of fighting games they can cover including different topics, but I’m just not getting it from these guys. Also, Space Invaders is my favorite fighting game I never knew about.
  • Owning your okayness
    Podouken is a Complete Gem
    I love to concept of diving deeper into the history of arcade cabinets. The hosts are passionate experts with a ton of knowledge that makes this podcast highly fascinating. And I truly enjoy at the end of the show they play the game themselves. Its a fun moment that reminds me of playing games with my friends. Can't wait for more shows. You guys are the only retro arcade podcast I listen to.
  • Bobohotep
    Love It
    Just finished listening to the Fatal Fury episode and loved every minute of it. The details and story behind that series was super cool and it was awesome to learn all about it. I cant wait until they get to some of my favorite arcade machines like The Simpsons or Sunset Riders.
  • ThugBard
    Laser Time Does It Again!
    Laser Time can do no wrong and this is no exception! Really enjoying the show so far and looking forward to more arcade history and minutia. Keep up the good work, guys!
  • Wideangle
    Great first episode!
    Here’s to many more!
  • drButt
    Great idea!
    The Laser Time Network has another hit! Can’t wait for more!
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