The MinnMax Show

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Released every Thursday, The MinnMax Show features former Game Informer employees and beyond talking about the week's most exciting games or game industry news before reading feedback from the Patreon community found at patreon.com/minnmax.

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  • CrazyIvan1978
    Good Feels
    Love to listen to you all banter about video games. Started listening after watching Ben, Janet, and Jeff M playing Chained Together. What a delight it is to watch you all interact, thank you for what you do! @crazyivan1978.bsky.social
  • Decado
    Great podcast for keeping up on new game releases
    Out of all the gaming podcasts I listen to, this is the best one to learn about all the different new games coming out, from the biggest AAA games to indies nobody else talks about. Lots of great personalities too. I love that they’re representing my state/city too. Discord: decado1
  • Dumpxtruck
    An inclusive and informative show for everyone who loves gaming!
    I look forward to listening to minnmax every week on my commute. They provide a diverse variety of voices and opinions, and I really appreciate hearing thoughts and points of views from their cohorts. Other podcasts in the gaming space don’t have this many voices and it really a long way towards informing me of what’s new and hot in video games. @toddlacroix_ on i instagram!
  • Lillllllllllllllls
    Best gaming podcast
    Love the show always a blast to listen to. @blazinnoah on instagram
  • TomTomatoTomPotato
    Smart and funny game journalism
    Minnmax has been a really fun show to hear gaming news, reviews and discover new games. It has sort of replaced traditional journalism for me but with added humor. There’s plenty of hosts with different personalities and points of views so when someone doesn’t like something there’s usually someone else on the show that does. It’s nice to turn on and listen to something positive with so much negativity online and in gaming. It’s been a reprieve and I hope they do the show for a long time. IG @jesselovestacos
  • Thisistotallynotme
    Great Game News Podcast
    I absolutely love the minnmax show. I heard about it from another gaming podcast and am so glad I gave it a listen! I enjoy how long the episodes are, more content than shows with only 30 min episodes. Insta cavalierdread
  • Rickydw
    Supporting independent games media!
    The MinnMax Show is my favorite podcast. They really do put a lot of thought and effort into their discussions every week and making the communicty feel part of it. Check them out if you haven't already! - @rikkuricky on Bsky + Twitter / Rikimaru on Discord
  • Scuba Klown
    Great pod!
    Great crew on the pod can’t wait to here their summer game fest takes. Hit me up at scubaklown.bsky.social
  • Whiskeyshotguns
    Great Chemestry
    Positive vibes, thoughtful; MinnMax quickly became a weekly download last year and a quick subscription on patreon and youtube! MinnMax is the perfect companion to slaving away at the 9-5 suffering beneath hellish capitalism. You might even learn a thing or two! It’s a tremendous value. Also love that host Ben Hanson shouts out smaller pods like Into the Aether. @whiskeyshotguns.bsky.social
  • Zeekthemeek
    Best podcast ever
    I don’t even play that many video games but I find everything about video games fascinating. Ben and the cohorts really have the best vibes and I’m always happy when I see a new episode come out. I love the inherent positivity Minnmax brings to the gaming space and I really appreciate all the different perspectives we get from all the cohorts. Keep up the amazing work and thanks for all you do!
  • Informative and funny!
    Best video game podcast!
    Ben is a fantastic host and the cohorts make the show what it is. Check it out! Janet, Rebirth is the best game of 2024 hands down. Let’s mosey!
  • theraizal
    Minnmax Podcast…
    A thoroughly enjoyable gaming podcast with an engaging crew of lovely individuals though it is corcerning the amount of love Minnesota is given lol. A must add to your weekly gaming podcast rotation. twitter: @yolteotl Instagram: @yolteotl_42
  • @errribbb.bsky.social
    👍
    Entertaining hosts and cohosts with really in-depth knowledge. No gamergate nonsense. Ben especially is legit awesome (non-parasocial) @errribbb.bsky.social
  • Fwiffo777
    Chill show
    Love the diverse group of voices Ben has assembled for the show. It’s a fun show that covers a pretty good amount of the gaming landscape. fwiffo777.bsky.social
  • Nikosandman
    My favorite gaming podcast
    These folks are honestly the best. They maintain a positive tone while being funny and informative. They talk about the biggest news and frequently expose deeper indie gems. Most importantly, it genuinely feels like they love games. If I have to pick one gaming podcast, it’s minnmax— they do it right. Discord: nikosandman
  • cool.nathan
    THE gaming podcast
    Love to listen to these folks talk about all the games they’re playing! The vibes are always passionate and positive. The community’s not half bad neither @coolnathan
  • Anon4778
    Good Vibes
    Really enjoy the show. Love the rotating series of guests who come on and provide different perspectives. Twitter: @WizardSwearing
  • @dill0wn.bsky.social
    Great Gaming Podcast
    I’m a longtime minnmax fan over here. The good-natured tone and chemistry of the hosts and guests makes every episode something special.
  • Hotsauce the Boss
    Weekly Positivity Fix
    Ben’s positive energy sustains me. -hotsaucehayward on Instagram
  • Baron_Aim
    One of the best game podcast crews around!
    The MinnMax crew does such a great job of having thoughtful talks about video games and the industry while also being fun and charming people! Bluesky: baronaim.bsky.social
  • Badmonsterman
    Ben going max
    Great place to hear real opinions about video games and an even better place to enjoy the betterment of oneself. Badmonsterman disc/blsky
  • literatetruth.bsky.social
    Good show
    Come for the games. Stay for the vibes.
  • jakecdye
    MinnMax good
    If you like games? If you like friends? If you like getting better? You’ve gotta get MinnMax in your ears. Bsky/insta: jakecdye
  • BoxThisLap331
    Quirky!
    I love a good quirky game podcast, and MinnMax has that energy. Came for the Deepest Dive on God of War: Ragnarok, stayed for the great content week-to-week. @realWyattAJones
  • peng727
    Great show
    Such a great podcast, the rotating guest and the variety on a given week help make each episode unique and enjoyable.
  • hayjeffy
    Awesome Show!
    Been listening for a few years now, this show is so refreshing to always be so positive feeling in a world of negativity! Highly recommend to anyone! @hayjeffy - Insta
  • Emmett Watkins Jr.
    Great Show, Good Job!
    Howdy! Longtime first time, and man lemme tell ya, as an Android guy it was a TASK to figure out how to leave a review. But this show is worth it and it's easily one of the best vidoe game podcasts ever made. They have some of the most intersting and diverse casts in games podcasts (whihc is quite a feat alone), and they manage to always passonately discuss eveyr game and topic on each episode. And shout out to the community for bringing some of the best questions since my time listening to old school Giant Bomb. Ben and the team should be proud of the show they put out every week, and it has easily become one of my weekly staples. I even subbed on Patreon to hear more from them! Just an excelent, upbeat, informative, and entertaining show! (@ejsponge61.com on Bluesky!)
  • russbwald
    Get your gaming discussion fix here!
    The title says it all. The best gaming discussion podcast ever. 10/10 Discord: @russbwald
  • Kdt9644
    The best!
    I listen every week and love the positive vibes! Patreon: kdt44
  • bluebarrymanilow
    Great Podcast Network
    This podcast is fantastic. They have several shows and have fun, personal, and deeply insightful discussions about games. You can’t get much better than MinnMax. I’m @bluebarrymanilow on instagram. Hope you notice me, Ben! I’ve been wanting to watch that documentary!
  • mister_mann
    Insightful and Entertaining
    Great podcast for gaming news, discussion, interviews and more. Undeniably some of the best interviews in the gaming media space. - Discord @kdotmann
  • Briceh9
    For any fan of games this show is a must
    An in depth and wholesome discussion of video games. I can’t recommend it enough. Instagram: briceh9
  • Minn to the max
    Always Good Minn to the Max
    I’m newish to Minnmax, but they have quickly become part of my regular rotation of gaming podcast. They bring positive energy, unique takes, and I almost always hear about a new game I want to try. It’s also one of the few gaming podcast I can listen to with my kids in the car. Can’t recommend them enough. Edit: @seanzeidler.bsky.social
  • dancin_man97 (Discord)
    Best gaming podcast out there
    Caught up from the beginning of MinnMax’s inception after being out of the loop on games media for a while. Been following Hanson since GI and love the candid nature of the show, and the assembled cast is 👌🏻 Thanks for keeping me in the loop and helping my love for games stay fresh!
  • nintendoman32
    Never Leaving
    Been listening since day one! Great folks and even better discussions. Hanson is a powerhouse of a host. adampunch.bsky.social
  • RITMRMS
    My weekly disconnect from life
    My weekly getaway of enjoying news and recommendations on games this show is full of great conversations and has a large enough cast to cover all genres. If I was gonna have a negative point it would be Ben Hanson not liking kingdom hearts but I forgive him. Now that the review is over if I’m lucky enough to win the blue ray collection discord oreosghost#0388
  • Alex Crouch
    The best interviewer in the biz, Ben Hanson
    Truly, the most phenomenal Gaming podcast around with fun cohorts, guest hosts, comedic bits, and all around good vibes. Not to mention hosted by the best interviewer in the biz, Ben Hanson. Love ya guys! @alexcrouch.bsky.social
  • Chris (Discord: clydaler)
    The Most Optimistic Gaming Podcast Around
    I’ve been a consistent listener since the podcast’s inception in 2019. From multi-decade gaming veterans to adolescents wanting to gain more insight into the world of video games, this podcast has something for everyone. You likely will not find a more diverse group of people with different interests and opinions that can share such great conversation on the newest and oldest of games. One of the best parts of my week is seeing a brand new MinnMax episode pop up for me to listen to. Thank you to Ben and the crew for years of entertainment! - Chris (Discord: clydaler)
  • NextLevel/LastLvl
    One of My Favorites
    Probably the best video game podcast. It’s a pleasure to support them on Patreon. @stepshoe.bsky.social
  • Reido50
    Far and Away My Favorite Podcast
    This is the best video game discussion podcast out there folks. Ben is an amazing host and I love how transparent the whole Patreon operation is. The format is perfect with recent game discussion in the front half and community questions in the back half. I also love the diversity of rotating co-hosts and special guests. Not just a bunch of middle-aged white men! Thanks for consistently making my Thursdays better!! Bluesky: @reido50.bsky.social
  • IG: renacuajo77
    Love it
    Fantastic podcast with a variety of personalities and a mature/positive approach to video games. First podcast I turn to for reactions to big announcements and game releases.
  • Anders Gonzaly
    Solid gaming podcast: week-in, week-out
    Minnmax has slowly become one of my favorite sources of gaming knowledge. It’s opionated yet easy-going, informative without being preachy, and a lot of playful ribbing among the hosts without getting mean. I’m really happy to have found this wholesome corner of the gaming world. Every week I look forward to Thursday for a new episode to learn more about the latest news and games to check out. Thanks MM crew! Contact: @tacoghost.bsky.social
  • Chargrock
    Great video game podcast!
    The MinnMax crew do a great job of talking about video games and related topics while being respectful and funny. They always stay on topic. Instagram: e.s.harper
  • alafollette
    best gaming podcast!
    I love listening every week. Very upbeat and positive. Great crew and consistently interesting discussions. @chobbli on twitter
  • Tumang412
    Great Show
    Absolutely love the MinnMax Show podcast! It’s the perfect mix of insightful video game discussions, industry interviews, and fun community engagement. Ben Hanson and the team always bring such great energy, thoughtful takes, and a genuine love for games that makes every episode a joy to listen to. Whether they’re diving into deep-dive discussions, tackling community questions, or playing goofy games, it’s consistently entertaining and smart. If you’re into video games and want a podcast that feels like hanging out with passionate, funny friends, MinnMax is a must-listen. Five stars all the way! DSJ417@Gmail
  • jarrydeppcosplay
    The ONLY Video Game Podcast I Listen To
    My entry into video game news and reviews began with Game Informer magazine thanks to a subscription through Software Etc. in 2001 (which later became GameStop). I read those magazines religiously and carried them with me everywhere. Eventually I discovered the Game Informer Show, a companion podcast, that Ben Hanson hosted. When Ben left, I was heartbroken because the effort he put into the podcast elevated it above his predecessors and successors. Upon learning of MinnMax, a podcast and YouTube show Ben had created with a handful of former Game Informer staff writers, I was elated. MinnMax is a video game news outlet featuring a revolving door of hosts that allows for a diverse set of viewpoints on the latest in news and reviews. In this day and age where I no longer have any print subscriptions, MinnMax keeps me well-informed on the latest video game updates and they are the only source I depend upon to keep up-to-date. Special shoutout to “The Deepest Dive” which is a video game equivalent to a book club. This truly is the best place about games, friends, and getting better! -your loyal fan from Instagram @jarrydeppcosplay
  • mattsjdjdkfjfn
    Best gaming podcast
    Minnmax rocks. Ben is the best host in video game podcasts (seriously, no hyperbole). All the cohorts are great. The show is funny and entertaining for sure but I really appreciate the diversity of perspectives you get on games. A lot of game podcasts are basically 3 ppl monologuing at each other because they are the only person this week who played the game. Minnmax has enough regulars to rotate in and out that you always get multiple perspectives. So yeah combine an amazing host who’s funny and great at what he does, friendly rotating cast of people all playing games and having interesting perspectives and a general sense than you’re listening to friends chat and have a good time you get the best gaming podcast PS me an my wife loved psychodyssey would have never watched it if not for Ben Hanson I owe him for that matt22220.bsky.social
  • Hemizan
    5 stars
    The only podcast I make time for weekly, including their extra Patreon content. Discord @hemizan
  • ParadigmGamer
    Love MinnMax
    I love MinnMax! They’re friendly, thoughtful, and intentionally delightful in their discussions. And FWIW in response to another review I just read, I love the politics and Jacob Geller. @paradigmcaleb on Discord
  • Sethinon
    An easy recommendation
    As a relative newcomer to this podcast, I’ve been pleasantly surprised at just how great it is. The rotating cast of cohorts means the discussion is always different and interesting, and Hanson is an incredible host who directs the conversation between everyone. If you like gaming podcasts, this is an easy recommendation.
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