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VeteranGamersUK

Three veteran UK and US gamers catch up weekly on the games, media, and absurdities they've encountered in long, unstructured chats.

The brief

This is a classic 'three friends at the pub' gaming podcast, where the structure is loose and the tangents are frequent. Each host brings a list of games and media they've consumed, leading to a sprawling, multi-hour conversation that mixes genuine critique with friendly mockery and personal anecdotes. It's less of a news show and more of a weekly check-in with a long-running gaming group.

The show's incredible longevity, running since 2008, has created a comfortable, lived-in dynamic between the hosts that is rare to find. The regular use of sound drops and long-running segments adds a layer of meta-humour for the dedicated listener base.
— What makes it distinctive
§1 · The host

Who hosts this show

Veteran Gamers is a weekly, explicit podcast hosted by three friends: Stu (from the UK), Duke (from the US), and Chinny (from the UK). Started in 2008, the show features the hosts discussing the video games, board games, and other media they have been consuming, punctuated by friendly arguments, inside jokes, and sound effects. The podcast is described as "Two Brits and an American discuss life and gaming" and has a strong community focus, regularly incorporating listener emails and interactions.

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Credentials & credits

  • Podcast host since 2008
§2 · Classification

What kind of podcast

§3 · Cadence & catalog

When new episodes drop

Publishing rate
~1.1/week
Not shown by Apple / Spotify
Total episodes
501
Last episode
9 days ago
Jun 22, 2026
Status
Active
Recent episodes
  1. 01
    859 - Veteran Gamers PodcastJun 22, 2026 · 2h 29m
  2. 02
    856 - Veteran Gamers PodcastJun 15, 2026 · 2h 10m
  3. 03
    856 - Veteran Gamers PodcastJun 8, 2026 · 2h 23m
  4. 04
    856 - Veteran Gamers PodcastJun 1, 2026 · 2h 14m
  5. 05
    855 - Veteran Gamers PodcastMay 25, 2026 · 2h 05m
  6. 06
    854 - Veteran Gamers PodcastMay 18, 2026 · 2h 00m
  7. 07
    853 - Veteran Gamers PodcastMay 11, 2026 · 2h 20m
  8. 08
    852 - Veteran Gamers PodcastMay 4, 2026 · 2h 00m
§3b · Editor's picks

Notable episodes

AI-extracted picks + commentary · help us verify
  1. 01
    852 - Stu the Drummer

    Features a discussion on the addictive nature of 'Vampire Survivors: Operation Guns', the history of the Parental Advisory sticker, and a story about a Minecraft player's 14-year journey to the 'Far Lands'.

§4 · Signature

What you'll be asked on this show

How the host interviews

This is a non-interview, co-hosted discussion show. The format revolves around a 'what we've been playing' structure, with each of the three hosts taking turns to discuss their recent experiences. One host often acts as a producer, adding sound effects and jingles to punctuate the conversation and banter.

Signature segments

  • · "What'cha been playin'" segment
  • · "Play my game, bitch" segment
  • · "Good morning, Mr. Email" segment
  • · Frequent use of sound drops and jingles
  • · Explicit content warning at the start

Topics covered repeatedly

Video game reviewsPC gamingConsole gaming (Xbox, PlayStation, Switch)Board gamesCommunity correspondenceLitRPG and audiobooksGaming cultureTechnologyMinecraft
§5 · Guests

Who gets booked here

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Typical guest

The show does not feature formal guest interviews; instead, it centers on the banter between the three main hosts and engagement with their listener community through emails and messages.

§6 · Channels & links

Where to find this show

§7 · Stats

Audience & reach

YouTube · first-party
Subscribers
1.2K
1,200
Avg views / video
144
Trailing window
Total views
160K
160,353
Videos published
501
Sponsor readEstimated

The show appears to be primarily community-funded via Patreon, as mentioned in episode descriptions, with no traditional ad breaks noted in the provided evidence.

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§8 · Contact

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§9b · FAQ

People also ask

AI-extracted researched answers · help us verify
Who are the hosts of Veteran Gamers?
The podcast is hosted by three friends: Stu and Chinny from the UK, and Duke from the US.
What is the format of the show?
It is a co-hosted discussion show without guest interviews. The hosts chat about the games and other media they've been enjoying, read listener emails, and engage in humorous banter.
How long has the podcast been running?
The podcast began in 2008 and has produced over 850 episodes.
Is Veteran Gamers a UK-based podcast?
It is described as a "UK (ish) gaming Podcast" as two hosts, Stu and Chinny, are British, while one host, Duke, is American.
How can I support or interact with the show?
The show is supported by listeners via Patreon and they encourage interaction through email, their Discord channel, and Speakpipe.
Is the content family-friendly?
No, the podcast is marked as explicit and often contains swearing and shouting.
Last updatedJun 29, 2026Not yet host-verified
Research depthDeep dossierHigh confidence · Jun 29, 2026 · gemini-2.5-pro

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§9c · Methodology

Sources & how this page was built

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