8-Bit Back Issues Podcast
@8bitbackissues.bsky.social
A Podcast looking at retro video game magazines. Drop me a message if you'd like to be a guest.
Hosted by Geoff Owen @NCC17fOrmula1
Part of the Film Stories Podcast Network
https://linktr.ee/8bitbackissues
Hosted by Geoff Owen @NCC17fOrmula1
Part of the Film Stories Podcast Network
https://linktr.ee/8bitbackissues
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ST Format issue 17
8-Bit Back Issues · Episode
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New episode!
This month I'm joined by @wifiwars.bsky.social and Go 8-Bit's Steve McNeil to chat about ST Format issue 17.
The episode was recorded live at last month's @timelessgc.bsky.social in Liverpool.
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This month I'm joined by @wifiwars.bsky.social and Go 8-Bit's Steve McNeil to chat about ST Format issue 17.
The episode was recorded live at last month's @timelessgc.bsky.social in Liverpool.
@filmstoriespodnet.bsky.social
open.spotify.com/episode/1rAE...
In case you missed it - the new episode of 8-Bit Back Issues is out, with guest Steve McNeil from Wifi Wars and Go 8-Bit.
It's a fun chat! Hope you enjoy it.
It's a fun chat! Hope you enjoy it.
New episode!
This month I'm joined by @wifiwars.bsky.social and Go 8-Bit's Steve McNeil to chat about ST Format issue 17.
The episode was recorded live at last month's @timelessgc.bsky.social in Liverpool.
@filmstoriespodnet.bsky.social
open.spotify.com/episode/1rAE...
This month I'm joined by @wifiwars.bsky.social and Go 8-Bit's Steve McNeil to chat about ST Format issue 17.
The episode was recorded live at last month's @timelessgc.bsky.social in Liverpool.
@filmstoriespodnet.bsky.social
open.spotify.com/episode/1rAE...
ST Format issue 17
8-Bit Back Issues · Episode
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September 8, 2026 at 7:34 PM
In case you missed it - the new episode of 8-Bit Back Issues is out, with guest Steve McNeil from Wifi Wars and Go 8-Bit.
It's a fun chat! Hope you enjoy it.
It's a fun chat! Hope you enjoy it.
New episode!
This month I'm joined by @wifiwars.bsky.social and Go 8-Bit's Steve McNeil to chat about ST Format issue 17.
The episode was recorded live at last month's @timelessgc.bsky.social in Liverpool.
@filmstoriespodnet.bsky.social
open.spotify.com/episode/1rAE...
This month I'm joined by @wifiwars.bsky.social and Go 8-Bit's Steve McNeil to chat about ST Format issue 17.
The episode was recorded live at last month's @timelessgc.bsky.social in Liverpool.
@filmstoriespodnet.bsky.social
open.spotify.com/episode/1rAE...
ST Format issue 17
8-Bit Back Issues · Episode
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September 8, 2026 at 7:28 AM
New episode!
This month I'm joined by @wifiwars.bsky.social and Go 8-Bit's Steve McNeil to chat about ST Format issue 17.
The episode was recorded live at last month's @timelessgc.bsky.social in Liverpool.
@filmstoriespodnet.bsky.social
open.spotify.com/episode/1rAE...
This month I'm joined by @wifiwars.bsky.social and Go 8-Bit's Steve McNeil to chat about ST Format issue 17.
The episode was recorded live at last month's @timelessgc.bsky.social in Liverpool.
@filmstoriespodnet.bsky.social
open.spotify.com/episode/1rAE...
Psssst... it's fully edited and uploaded. It'll be out on September 8!
Starting the edit for the September episode. I really can't wait for you to all hear this episode as we have Steve McNeil from the TV show Go 8-Bit and @wifiwars.bsky.social as our special guest this month reliving his days of being an Atari ST gamer. Recorded live at @timelessgc.bsky.social 2026.
August 30, 2026 at 3:55 PM
Psssst... it's fully edited and uploaded. It'll be out on September 8!
Just happened to notice that the @gameolderpodcast.bsky.social Discord has disappeared. I know the podcast was winding up but wasn't expecting that to vanish too.
Does anyone know what's happening?
Does anyone know what's happening?
August 26, 2026 at 3:43 PM
Just happened to notice that the @gameolderpodcast.bsky.social Discord has disappeared. I know the podcast was winding up but wasn't expecting that to vanish too.
Does anyone know what's happening?
Does anyone know what's happening?
Happy to see a gaming event in South Wales. I will be there.
🎮 Swansea Video Games Expo is Here!
📅 Sunday, 29th November 2026
📍 Swansea – Brangwyn Hall
Prepare for a one-of-a-kind gaming event built by the community, for the community!
BUY YOUR TICKETS NOW at SwanseaVGE26.eventbrite.co.uk
#gamedev #swansea #retrogaming #cosplay #gamesexpo #indiegamedev
📅 Sunday, 29th November 2026
📍 Swansea – Brangwyn Hall
Prepare for a one-of-a-kind gaming event built by the community, for the community!
BUY YOUR TICKETS NOW at SwanseaVGE26.eventbrite.co.uk
#gamedev #swansea #retrogaming #cosplay #gamesexpo #indiegamedev
August 23, 2026 at 8:51 PM
Happy to see a gaming event in South Wales. I will be there.
Starting the edit for the September episode. I really can't wait for you to all hear this episode as we have Steve McNeil from the TV show Go 8-Bit and @wifiwars.bsky.social as our special guest this month reliving his days of being an Atari ST gamer. Recorded live at @timelessgc.bsky.social 2026.
August 16, 2026 at 6:38 PM
Starting the edit for the September episode. I really can't wait for you to all hear this episode as we have Steve McNeil from the TV show Go 8-Bit and @wifiwars.bsky.social as our special guest this month reliving his days of being an Atari ST gamer. Recorded live at @timelessgc.bsky.social 2026.
Timeless Gaming Convention photos
@timelessgc.bsky.social
@timelessgc.bsky.social
August 12, 2026 at 9:51 PM
Timeless Gaming Convention photos
@timelessgc.bsky.social
@timelessgc.bsky.social
I will be there this Wednesday, along with my partner manning the Crefftau Hendy Crafts and Gifts table (just inside the front door of Punch Tarmey's).
You can still get tickets online and don't forget to use the code '8bit26' for 15% discount.
timelessgaming.co.uk/collections/...
You can still get tickets online and don't forget to use the code '8bit26' for 15% discount.
timelessgaming.co.uk/collections/...
August 9, 2026 at 11:47 AM
I will be there this Wednesday, along with my partner manning the Crefftau Hendy Crafts and Gifts table (just inside the front door of Punch Tarmey's).
You can still get tickets online and don't forget to use the code '8bit26' for 15% discount.
timelessgaming.co.uk/collections/...
You can still get tickets online and don't forget to use the code '8bit26' for 15% discount.
timelessgaming.co.uk/collections/...
New episode!
Geoff chats to @robbotron.bsky.social about Australian magazine SEGA MegaZone issue 44. We chat about The Dark Room, his current tour, including at Edinburgh Fringe, and that amazing Sonic cover!
@filmstoriespodnet.bsky.social
open.spotify.com/episode/69ny...
Geoff chats to @robbotron.bsky.social about Australian magazine SEGA MegaZone issue 44. We chat about The Dark Room, his current tour, including at Edinburgh Fringe, and that amazing Sonic cover!
@filmstoriespodnet.bsky.social
open.spotify.com/episode/69ny...
SEGA MegaZone issue 44
8-Bit Back Issues · Episode
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August 8, 2026 at 11:30 AM
New episode!
Geoff chats to @robbotron.bsky.social about Australian magazine SEGA MegaZone issue 44. We chat about The Dark Room, his current tour, including at Edinburgh Fringe, and that amazing Sonic cover!
@filmstoriespodnet.bsky.social
open.spotify.com/episode/69ny...
Geoff chats to @robbotron.bsky.social about Australian magazine SEGA MegaZone issue 44. We chat about The Dark Room, his current tour, including at Edinburgh Fringe, and that amazing Sonic cover!
@filmstoriespodnet.bsky.social
open.spotify.com/episode/69ny...
August 3, 2026 at 3:03 PM
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Just a reminder of our 15% discount code - '8bit26' - for tickets at Timeless Gaming Convention, Liverpool.
If you are headed to @timelessgc.bsky.social in August and still haven't bought your tickets yet, then this may sweeten the deal for you. 15% discount off your tickets by using this code.
Hope to see you there!
Hope to see you there!
July 1, 2026 at 9:23 PM
Just a reminder of our 15% discount code - '8bit26' - for tickets at Timeless Gaming Convention, Liverpool.
Coming up in the next episode of 8-Bit Back Issues...
Why is @robbotron.bsky.social pulling this face?
And WTF is he holding???
All of these questions answered in August's episode of 8-Bit Back Issues. (Available from 8 August)
Why is @robbotron.bsky.social pulling this face?
And WTF is he holding???
All of these questions answered in August's episode of 8-Bit Back Issues. (Available from 8 August)
July 27, 2026 at 8:02 AM
Coming up in the next episode of 8-Bit Back Issues...
Why is @robbotron.bsky.social pulling this face?
And WTF is he holding???
All of these questions answered in August's episode of 8-Bit Back Issues. (Available from 8 August)
Why is @robbotron.bsky.social pulling this face?
And WTF is he holding???
All of these questions answered in August's episode of 8-Bit Back Issues. (Available from 8 August)
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Come Alive! I join @andi94.bsky.social on the new episode of The Worldstage Theatre Podcast to talk about The Greatest Showman. We talk about the songs, the actors, the show and the differences between the real and fictional Barnum.
open.spotify.com/episode/1lql...
open.spotify.com/episode/1lql...
July 24, 2026 at 6:25 PM
Come Alive! I join @andi94.bsky.social on the new episode of The Worldstage Theatre Podcast to talk about The Greatest Showman. We talk about the songs, the actors, the show and the differences between the real and fictional Barnum.
open.spotify.com/episode/1lql...
open.spotify.com/episode/1lql...
NEW EPISODE!
Middle Aged Gamer Guy returns to 8-Bit Back Issues as Geoff chats to him about the upcoming @timelessgc.bsky.social and C&VG's landmark 100th issue from back in 1990.
@filmstoriespodnet.bsky.social
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Middle Aged Gamer Guy returns to 8-Bit Back Issues as Geoff chats to him about the upcoming @timelessgc.bsky.social and C&VG's landmark 100th issue from back in 1990.
@filmstoriespodnet.bsky.social
open.spotify.com/episode/3ot2...
C&VG issue 100
8-Bit Back Issues · Episode
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July 8, 2026 at 8:35 AM
NEW EPISODE!
Middle Aged Gamer Guy returns to 8-Bit Back Issues as Geoff chats to him about the upcoming @timelessgc.bsky.social and C&VG's landmark 100th issue from back in 1990.
@filmstoriespodnet.bsky.social
open.spotify.com/episode/3ot2...
Middle Aged Gamer Guy returns to 8-Bit Back Issues as Geoff chats to him about the upcoming @timelessgc.bsky.social and C&VG's landmark 100th issue from back in 1990.
@filmstoriespodnet.bsky.social
open.spotify.com/episode/3ot2...
The next episode is uploaded and ready for release on 8 July! Geoff chats with MAGG from @timelessgc.bsky.social about C&VG issue 100 and the next Timeless event in August. Use our code 8bit26 for 15% off!
July 2, 2026 at 3:37 PM
The next episode is uploaded and ready for release on 8 July! Geoff chats with MAGG from @timelessgc.bsky.social about C&VG issue 100 and the next Timeless event in August. Use our code 8bit26 for 15% off!
Just a reminder of our 15% discount code - '8bit26' - for tickets at Timeless Gaming Convention, Liverpool.
If you are headed to @timelessgc.bsky.social in August and still haven't bought your tickets yet, then this may sweeten the deal for you. 15% discount off your tickets by using this code.
Hope to see you there!
Hope to see you there!
July 1, 2026 at 9:23 PM
Just a reminder of our 15% discount code - '8bit26' - for tickets at Timeless Gaming Convention, Liverpool.
Looking forward to chatting to @robbotron.bsky.social this Wednesday for an upcoming episode of 8-Bit Back Issues. We'll be talking about this beauty from Australia back in October 1994.
June 29, 2026 at 12:03 PM
Looking forward to chatting to @robbotron.bsky.social this Wednesday for an upcoming episode of 8-Bit Back Issues. We'll be talking about this beauty from Australia back in October 1994.
Just completed the recording of our July episode with MAGG. We chatted about C&VG issue 100, the upcoming Timeless Gaming Convention @timelessgc.bsky.social and many others.
Don't forget to use code 8bit26 to book tickets for 15% discount!
Don't forget to use code 8bit26 to book tickets for 15% discount!
June 27, 2026 at 5:46 PM
Just completed the recording of our July episode with MAGG. We chatted about C&VG issue 100, the upcoming Timeless Gaming Convention @timelessgc.bsky.social and many others.
Don't forget to use code 8bit26 to book tickets for 15% discount!
Don't forget to use code 8bit26 to book tickets for 15% discount!
As I'll be there with my partner's company Crefftau Hendy Crafts and Gifts, we've been allowed to offer this discount to our customers too.
June 22, 2026 at 6:29 PM
As I'll be there with my partner's company Crefftau Hendy Crafts and Gifts, we've been allowed to offer this discount to our customers too.
If you are headed to @timelessgc.bsky.social in August and still haven't bought your tickets yet, then this may sweeten the deal for you. 15% discount off your tickets by using this code.
Hope to see you there!
Hope to see you there!
June 21, 2026 at 9:39 PM
If you are headed to @timelessgc.bsky.social in August and still haven't bought your tickets yet, then this may sweeten the deal for you. 15% discount off your tickets by using this code.
Hope to see you there!
Hope to see you there!
New episode!
Geoff and @pdmon.bsky.social welcome back @mattjlatham.bsky.social to the podcast to talk about C&VG issue 193, and the most 90s cover you'll see on a magazine ever! Pop star Louise faces off against PaRappa the Rapper.
@filmstoriespodnet.bsky.social
open.spotify.com/episode/6vcn...
Geoff and @pdmon.bsky.social welcome back @mattjlatham.bsky.social to the podcast to talk about C&VG issue 193, and the most 90s cover you'll see on a magazine ever! Pop star Louise faces off against PaRappa the Rapper.
@filmstoriespodnet.bsky.social
open.spotify.com/episode/6vcn...
June 8, 2026 at 8:05 AM
New episode!
Geoff and @pdmon.bsky.social welcome back @mattjlatham.bsky.social to the podcast to talk about C&VG issue 193, and the most 90s cover you'll see on a magazine ever! Pop star Louise faces off against PaRappa the Rapper.
@filmstoriespodnet.bsky.social
open.spotify.com/episode/6vcn...
Geoff and @pdmon.bsky.social welcome back @mattjlatham.bsky.social to the podcast to talk about C&VG issue 193, and the most 90s cover you'll see on a magazine ever! Pop star Louise faces off against PaRappa the Rapper.
@filmstoriespodnet.bsky.social
open.spotify.com/episode/6vcn...
FORMAT WAR!
What is your preferred medium of owning a game?
CD? DVD/Bluray? Cartridge?
Cassette? Floppy disc?
...digital download? (booooooo!)
Comment your favourite.
What is your preferred medium of owning a game?
CD? DVD/Bluray? Cartridge?
Cassette? Floppy disc?
...digital download? (booooooo!)
Comment your favourite.
June 7, 2026 at 6:08 AM
FORMAT WAR!
What is your preferred medium of owning a game?
CD? DVD/Bluray? Cartridge?
Cassette? Floppy disc?
...digital download? (booooooo!)
Comment your favourite.
What is your preferred medium of owning a game?
CD? DVD/Bluray? Cartridge?
Cassette? Floppy disc?
...digital download? (booooooo!)
Comment your favourite.
The next episode is edited and uploaded ready for release on Monday 8th June. Geoff and Paul are joined by @mattjlatham.bsky.social to talk about PaRappa the Rappa and Louise in C&VG issue 193.
open.spotify.com/show/3xLNDvA...
open.spotify.com/show/3xLNDvA...
June 5, 2026 at 5:37 PM
The next episode is edited and uploaded ready for release on Monday 8th June. Geoff and Paul are joined by @mattjlatham.bsky.social to talk about PaRappa the Rappa and Louise in C&VG issue 193.
open.spotify.com/show/3xLNDvA...
open.spotify.com/show/3xLNDvA...
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Looking forward to chatting to @andi94.bsky.social on the Worldstage Theatre Podcast tomorrow about a classic TV musical episode.
What is it?
I'll Never Tell...
#OnceMoreWithFeeling #BuffytheVampireSlayer
What is it?
I'll Never Tell...
#OnceMoreWithFeeling #BuffytheVampireSlayer
Buffy's Anya Dances
ALT: Buffy's Anya Dances
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June 4, 2026 at 10:59 AM
Looking forward to chatting to @andi94.bsky.social on the Worldstage Theatre Podcast tomorrow about a classic TV musical episode.
What is it?
I'll Never Tell...
#OnceMoreWithFeeling #BuffytheVampireSlayer
What is it?
I'll Never Tell...
#OnceMoreWithFeeling #BuffytheVampireSlayer
A rundown of our last few episodes, in case you missed them. The latest episode is a chat with Film Stories Magazine editor @ryanlambie.bsky.social about Your Sinclair issue 36.
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New episode!
This month Geoff is joined by @ryanlambie.bsky.social from @filmstories.bsky.social Magazine to chat about Your Sinclair issue 36.
@filmstoriespodnet.bsky.social
open.spotify.com/episode/4miv...
This month Geoff is joined by @ryanlambie.bsky.social from @filmstories.bsky.social Magazine to chat about Your Sinclair issue 36.
@filmstoriespodnet.bsky.social
open.spotify.com/episode/4miv...
Your Sinclair issue 36
open.spotify.com
May 11, 2026 at 3:28 PM
A rundown of our last few episodes, in case you missed them. The latest episode is a chat with Film Stories Magazine editor @ryanlambie.bsky.social about Your Sinclair issue 36.
bsky.app/profile/8bit...
bsky.app/profile/8bit...