The Game Masters
Forget the news—become a legend. The Game Masters podcast focuses on the content that actually matters to players. Join hosts Stephen Heywood (The Tech Buzz Gaming) and Brandi Ahmer (Gamer Ahmer) for an inside look at everything gaming.
The Game Master
Meet the Hosts:
Brandi Ahmer (Gamer Ahmer) is a YouTube creator, collector, and co-host of The Game Masters podcast. From vintage toys and action figures to full-sized gaming kiosks, Brandi has spent years cultivating one of the most vibrant collections in the community. When she isn't sharing her latest finds or recording with Stephen Heywood, she’s likely providing her audience with the nostalgia and expertise they need to relive their favorite childhood memories.
Stephen Heywood, widely known as The Tech Buzz Gaming, is a seasoned broadcast professional with nearly two decades of experience in live production and video transmission. As a leading voice in the gaming space, Stephen bridges the gap between high-end broadcast technology and enthusiast gaming culture. He is the founder of The Tech Buzz Gaming and co-host of The Game Masters podcast, where he leverages his technical background to move beyond the daily news cycle, focusing instead on deep-dive content, collecting, and industry insights. From managing technical launches for Teradek to building a massive home arcade, Stephen’s career is defined by a passion for the "how" behind the tech.
Episodes
Episodes
Apr 15, 2026
Apr 15, 2026
1 hr 56 min
Tonight's episode will be a little different. A lot has happened since the last show. I hit a new milestone of 14,500 subscribers and lost my YouTube channel! That's right, it got hijacked and because of MY stupidity! How did this happen? Well, we are going to talk about it and talk about how I got it back!
Apr 8, 2026
Apr 8, 2026
1 hr 44 min
These stories and issues happen more than once. Going to conventions, dealing with resellers, it's bound to happen. HORROR stories. We talk about them tonight!
Apr 1, 2026
Apr 1, 2026
1 hr 42 min
Have you ever gotten so involved in collecting that you become a shelf collector because you don't have time to play games? Has anyone ever told you that? Do you want to be able to play games, not just sit them on your shelf? We discuss this today. What We’re Covering: The Games: Are localizations and content "adjustments" ruining the original vision, or are they necessary for modern audiences? The Community: How much moderation is too much in Discord and forums? The Creators: YouTube’s ever-shifting "ad-friendly" guidelines and how they force creators to self-censor just to keep the lights on. It’s a complicated conversation with no easy answers, so we want to hear from you. Is the "slippery slope" real, or are we just seeing the industry grow up?
Mar 25, 2026
Mar 25, 2026
1 hr 33 min
Do you want to build a game room? Not just any game room, but a MASTER gameroom? We talk about how you can make your game room the best it possibly can be!
Mar 4, 2026
Mar 4, 2026
1 hr 36 min
Have you debated about selling your video game collection? When is a good time to sell? Did you fall on hard times? Do you just not want to collect anymore? We'll talk about this tonight!
Feb 25, 2026
Feb 25, 2026
1 hr 12 min
The "censorship" debate in gaming is a minefield, but we’re walking right into it. Where do we draw the line between protecting a community and stifling creativity? Tonight, we’re breaking down the layers of control currently hitting our hobby. What We’re Covering: The Games: Are localizations and content "adjustments" ruining the original vision, or are they necessary for modern audiences? The Community: How much moderation is too much in Discord and forums? The Creators: YouTube’s ever-shifting "ad-friendly" guidelines and how they force creators to self-censor just to keep the lights on. It’s a complicated conversation with no easy answers, so we want to hear from you. Is the "slippery slope" real, or are we just seeing the industry grow up?
Feb 18, 2026
Feb 18, 2026
1 hr 48 min
Have you ever donated money, games, or time to YouTubers? Did you regret your decision? Do you still donate? Should you donate? We discuss it here tonight!
Feb 4, 2026
Feb 4, 2026
1 hr 21 min
Are gaming YouTubers becoming irrelevant? Are they in it just because it's the next big thing? Have they used it for financial gain for their next endeavor? We talk about it here!