Episode Details

Veteran games journalist Stephen Totilo from GameFile.news joined me for a conversation about the evolution of gaming journalism, parenting in a digital gaming world, and the rise of platforms like Roblox.

Totilo and I discussed what was and the rise of publications like GameFile, and why modern games media is more fragmented than ever. The discussion covers online safety for kids, how social media reshaped news consumption, why court cases matter for uncovering industry truths, and why video is becoming essential for journalists going forward.

This episode explores the realities of running a media business, balancing quality reporting with sustainability, and how journalism adapts in an industry driven by platforms, algorithms, and player behavior.

See more Stephen at https://www.gamefile.news/

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00:00 Introduction to Stephen Totilo's Career

02:49 Unique Interview Techniques in Gaming Journalism

06:00 Parenting and Gaming: Balancing Exposure and Experience

08:47 Concerns with Online Gaming: A Parent's Perspective

12:05 The Roblox Phenomenon: Opportunities and Risks

15:04 The State of Gaming Journalism and Media

17:51 Building Gamefile: A New Era in Gaming Journalism

21:05 The Future of Video Content in Gaming Journalism

27:42 The Evolution of Gaming Journalism

32:32 The Impact of Social Media on News Consumption

37:01 The Importance of Court Cases in Gaming

48:50 Analyzing the Fallout of High Guard's Launch

54:51 The Passion Behind Journalism