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Savepoint Stories is a podcast where host Kurosh Jozavi sits down with guests to explore the games that shaped their lives. Each episode dives into a video game that means a lot to that guest, exploring personal memories, unexpected connections, and the lasting impact video games can have. Whether it’s a childhood favorite, a competitive obsession, or a game that came along at just the right moment, Savepoint Stories is all about the emotional journeys we take through gaming.New episodes every week for each season of 10 episodes. Follow and subscribe to never miss a story!
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Signup to Generate a PitchSavepoint Stories is a podcast where host Kurosh Jozavi sits down with guests to explore the games that shaped their lives. Each episode dives into a video game that means a lot to that guest, exploring personal memories, unexpected connections, and the lasting impact video games can have.
Savepoint Stories is hosted by Kurosh Jozavi. The show has published 17 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "Chase Bethea on Composing Like a Game Designer - Savepoint Stories" (8 January 2026, 45 minutes), "Behind the Magic Celebrating GeekGirlCon (Interview with Emily Gitelman)" (4 January 2026, 30 minutes), and "I'm Me And It's This Game's Fault | San Diego Comic Con 2025 (Full Panel)" (13 August 2025, 67 minutes).
Savepoint Stories publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 43 minutes across 17 episodes.
Booking probability for Savepoint Stories is 20%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Savepoint Stories requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Savepoint Stories's contact route on record: verified email.
The strongest fits for Savepoint Stories are Fitness, Golf & Recreation. Savepoint Stories has a leisure audience.
Kurosh Jozavi hosts Savepoint Stories, a leisure podcast with 17 episodes published.
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<p>In this episode of Savepoint Stories, I’m joined by award-winning video game composer and technical music designer Chase Bethea for a deep dive into what makes game music unforgettable — and how it can react to the...
<p>In this episode of SavePoint Stories, host Kurosh Jozavi interviews Emily Gitelman, a senior producer and project manager in games and assistant manager of gaming at @GeekGirlCon They discuss the essence of...
<p>I'm Me And It's This Game's Fault | San Diego Comic Con 2025 (Full Panel)</p><p>The video game community jokes about this, but it’s true: some games don’t just leave an impression—they change us inside and out...
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<p>What does it take to make magic at Disney? In this bonus episode of Savepoint Stories, host Kurosh Jozavi sits down with Megan Friedenberg, a rendering engineer at Walt Disney Imagineering, to talk about the journey...
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<p>Meet the gaming recruiter shaping the future of the gaming industry—Steve Meim isn’t just finding talent, he’s building the next generation of game studios. In this exclusive interview, we sit down with Steve to talk...
<p>Few games capture the magic of open-world adventure like Skyrim. Hannah Hillam (500 Tabs/Author) joins Kurosh Jozavi to talk about the legendary RPG, from crafting bizarre characters to getting lost in side quests...
<p>It all started with 151 Pokémon and a choice between Charmander, Squirtle, or Bulbasaur. JPG (Intermyth) joins Kurosh Jozavi to reminisce about Pokémon Red & Blue, the franchise’s explosive beginnings, and how it...
<p>Before we begin today's episode, we want to give a content warning for sensitive topics.</p><p>This discussion includes themes related to pregnancy challenges, pregnancy loss, mental health struggles, and...
<p>Football and video games—few things are as deeply linked as Madden. Danreb Victorio (Smashpad) sits down with Kurosh Jozavi to talk about the game’s evolution, its role in sports gaming, and the memories he's made...
<p>Yoshi’s Island with Myles Obenza isn’t just a trip down memory lane—it’s a powerful look at how game design, creativity, and storytelling collide. In this special episode of Savepoint Stories, journalist and critic...
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<p>In this special bonus episode of Savepoint Stories, host Kurosh Jozavi sits down with Aslanta Chen, a game developer and UX designer, to explore how thoughtful design shapes how we connect with games. From menus and...
<p>Few games bring the energy like Marvel vs. Capcom 3! Ronell Crawford (8BitClosedFist) joins Kurosh Jozavi to talk about the thrills, heartbreaks, and legendary matchups that make MvC3 a game that he has strong...
<p>Up, up, down, down… You know the rest! Kaveh Taherian (500 Tabs/Permafriends) joins Kurosh Jozavi to relive the brutal, fast-paced action of Contra. They talk about the game’s legacy, the thrill of co-op chaos, and...
<p>Strategy, storytelling, and political intrigue—Final Fantasy Tactics is a masterpiece of tactical RPGs. In this episode, Jay B. (Towel Cape Brigade) joins Kurosh Jozavi to discuss his connections and save points with...
<p>What makes Majora’s Mask one of the most unique and haunting entries in the Legend of Zelda series? In this episode, Derick McDuff (Underrated Films) joins Kurosh Jozavi to talk about his connection with the game...
Episode #1
<p>In the debut episode of Savepoint Stories, host Kurosh Jozavi sits down with Joanna Leack (Here Comes The Nerd) to discuss the legendary RPG Final Fantasy 7. From its unforgettable story and iconic characters to its...
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<p>"Where memories meet the games that shaped us." Host Kurosh Jozavi introduces Savepoint Stories, a podcast where guests revisit the games that shaped their lives. In this episode, Kurosh shares what inspired the show...
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