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
Nov 19, 2025
Nov 19, 2025
1 hr 47 min
How do you prepare for gaming conventions? How much money do you set aside? How do you choose which convention to go to?
Nov 12, 2025
Nov 12, 2025
2 hr 3 min
Have you ever seen a collector and thought, "I would never allow my spouse to do that?" Or "I wouldn't want all that stuff in my house." Then this is the episode for you!
Nov 5, 2025
Nov 5, 2025
1 hr 41 min
What do you think are the weirdest or craziest controllers ever made? We have a list that we think, maybe you'll agree, maybe you won't. But tune in, it should be fun!
Oct 29, 2025
Oct 29, 2025
1 hr 34 min
Everyone has this question; everyone asks this question of collectors. How do you still afford retro video games? Do you have a special amount you set aside? Do you sell other hobbies to get what you want? Maybe a second job? We discuss this tonight!
Oct 22, 2025
Oct 22, 2025
1 hr 46 min
Have you ever said to yourself, man, my collection is getting out of hand? Maybe I'm buying too much? When is too much, too much? We talk about it!
Oct 22, 2025
Oct 22, 2025
1 hr 20 min
Recently we had the chance to talk to the younger generation about our collecting habits. Were we crazy? Are we out of control? You will be surprised to hear what they had to say!
Oct 8, 2025
Oct 8, 2025
1 hr 34 min
Convention season wraps up for us, and boy, did it go quick! We go over our pickups and discuss what's next and all the cool things we've seen at the show!
Oct 1, 2025
Oct 1, 2025
1 hr 13 min
Imports, translations, homebrews, and the forgotten video games are getting new life? Are collectors really starting to look for them? We'll talk about it tonight!