Mike Sklens returns to talk game marketing with Stan and Karl. Also included is our first ever industry interview AND the winners of the Naruto contest!
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Saddam can't get a Playstation.
Burchfield and I have been swapping hosting duties lately, and while it's been a lot
of fun, this week heralded the return of the true heir to the RFN Throne. Mike
Sklens came back in a bright explosion of glory. This was a bit too much for Evan
who, after residing in the dank, dark, underworld of Oregon, could not
comprehend such things. As such, he sat this one out.
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Tonight the three of us go to town on the state of advertising, public awareness,
viral tactics, and the whole shebang as far as Nintendo (and the game industry as a
whole) is concerned. Stan and Mike both sing the Big N's praises, but I've got more
than a few issues with their current performance.
This podcast also marks the first time Radio Free Nintendo has had a special
industry guest star. Ken Chan, Brand Consultant for Acclaim (the new one), was
kind enough to stop by and talk shop for the final segment. Oddly enough, he
gives Nintendo an "A" in the marketing arena, as well, which throws me into a fit. I
look forward to your hate mail! Direct it to the following, please.
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