A weekly casual gaming podcast for the everyday gamer. Hosted by mobile gamer Ellie Harwood. Featuring big game trophy hunter Chris Key. And Mr gives-up-halfway-through gamer, Guy Mansell. Throw in a dash of gaming news, personal reviews and you've got the ECG Podcast. This is a Frank Podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ellie Harwood, Chris Key, Guy Mansell

On this week's episode, Chris is away so we've got our mate Bree Tomasel filling in and she's brought in an amazing childhood treasure that could be worth a lot of money now. Plus, we debrief on the latest news in everyone's life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's bonus episode of ECG, the group tackle a topic sent in by a listener - What video game tropes would you add to your vehicle in real life? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode of ECG, Guy's Pokemon card addiction reaches new heights, Chris is a shell of a human and Ellie invites the entire team to her future wedding. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's bonus episode of ECG, the group discuss nicknames and Guy wastes everyone's time failing at wordle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this weeks episode of ECG, Pugs changes the tone of the podcast, Guy makes some serious coin on Pokemon cards and Chris asks the big question; will they be invited to Ellie's wedding? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's bonus episode of ECG, Chris and Guy discuss their “ideal” gaming scenarios and things quickly get off topic. RIP Plum. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this weeks episode of ECG, Ellie gets mistaken for a toddler, Guy reconnects with a childhood passion and Chris organises an incredibly stressful video game holiday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's Bonus Episode of ECG, Ellie uses video game references to brag about her upcoming trip to Europe! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode of ECG, Ellie shows off her improv skills, Guy is a bit too fast and furious; and Chris activates hardcore mode in real life! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's bonus episode of ECG, listener Thomas sends through a word game for the gang to tackle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode of ECG, Ellie has an unconventional idea to boost publicity, Chris prepares for a video game cyclone and Guy goes trick or treating. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's bonus episode of ECG, the gang discuss the best bug screen adaptations of video games, and vice versa. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode of ECG, Chris opens a delicious video game restaurant, Ellie considers BBQing horses and Guy wears his anxiety cardigan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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On this week's episode of ECG, Ellie revisits her question about whether there are any ethical billionaires in gaming, Chris puts the others through a chaotic challenge to see which video game characters they could beat in a fight, and Guy brings the gaming news. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's DLC, Jeremiah wants to know which video game characters we'd have on speed dial, and Guy proposes situations where we may need to call for their help. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's episode, the gang are back together! Ellie's got some anecdotes - actually no sorry, tidbits? Chris wants to talk real estate investment in video games, and Guy shows off his cool new gaming memorabilia! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's bonus episode of ECG, special guest Jordan brings in his rarest gaming items, and Guy pretends to like the Persona series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode of ECG, Ellie is away filming VLDL so the crew enlists the help of ECG family member Jordan Tini. Plus Chris unboxes a box, and Guy falls into a bush. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this weeks DLC, Ellie and Guy check in on your D&D suggestions, and Chris is STILL not doing any of the the things Ellie and Guy said he was doing! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's episode, Ellie has a whale of a time telling a few stories, and even bringing some gaming news!Guy has played a new game and gives it his first impressions. Chris is away, and he's definitely not doing anything Ellie & Guy claimed in this episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's bonus episode of ECG, Guy keeps the gang abreast of the drama in Oogly-Boogly land, and Ellie reviews a cheaper version of the game she was supposed to review. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this weeks episode of ECG, producer JP helps plan a dungeons and dragons podcast, Chris has a huge pokemon announcement and Guy reveals he can speak Goblin-ese Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's bonus episode of ECG, the gang brainstorm a name for their new Minecraft pub, and Chris heads back to Westeros Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this weeks episode of ECG, Guy ditches the anecdotes and focuses on gaming, Chris fires up about Ash's mum, and Ellie promises to play a new game! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's bonus episode of ECG, Guy pounds the pavement in the lands between, and Chris and Ellie make an extremely punishing flat white. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode of ECG, Chris inspires the next generation of broadcasters, Guy supports NZ owned businesses and Ellie is scared of answering the phone. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's bonus episode of ECG, the team discuss Japan, time travel and invisible elephants. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this weeks episode of ECG, Chris and Ellie shower Guy with praise after his amazing social media campaign, and the team do their best to inspire the gamers of the future. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's bonus episode of ECG, we chat to Jared - our new producer - about his “interesting” approach to Arc Raiders… Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this weeks episode of ECG, Guy commits to a huge social media campaign, Ellie plugs her new side hustle and Chris convinces his wife to invest in Pokemon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ellie's partner Sam - aka the Bully Bulldozer - is here to share more about his gaming history, describe his (valuable?) Pokémon collection and reveal whether him and Ellie really are on the rocks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's episode of ECG, Ellie organises a huge name guest, Guy asks infuriating questions about pokemon cards, and Chris does his best to convince the team that playing Elden Ring is a good idea Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thanks to listener Josh, we discuss whether getting a year older is similar to leveling up in a video game. Also, what perks we unlock at which age...and it quickly goes off topic. Join the ECG4ECG Group on Facebook to suggest a topic! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's first episode of 2026, Chris takes us on a journey through the biggest news stories of the summer, Ellie talks pointless subscriptions; and Guy gets his rank feet out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On the final episode for 2025, Ellie's super cool so wears sunnies for the entire episode, Chris doesn't get to do his cool DIY segment AGAIN, and Guy breaks the rules of secret Santa. Also, we forgot gaming news lol. See you on 22 Jan!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On the latest episode of the ECG podcast, Ellie walks us through her Christmas shopping list, Guy gets briefly addicted to Minecraft and Chris mentions an excellent segment but then doesn't actually do the segment… Also, we have 2x headsets to give away on Instagram @extremelycasualgamerspodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thanks to Shon, we discuss which games would make for a great internship. Join the ECG4ECG group on Facebook to suggest a topic! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On the latest episode of ECG, the team celebrate winning Best Entertainment Podcast at the latest podcast awards, Ellie plays Minecraft… sort of and Guy promises to play a game but probably won't. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On todays slightly shorter episode, Ellie is fishing for reality TV show ideas, Guy reminds us how immature he is, and Chris has had a response from Nan's Chutney. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's slightly shorter episode, Guy discusses GTA 6 being delayed AGAIN, Chris is fuming at Bethesda and Ellie shows off her impressive simpsons knowledge. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thanks to Daniel Simons, we take turns at guessing what video games define us. Join the ECG4ECG group on Facebook to suggest a topic! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On the show today, Guy is fuming about a man on the internet, Ellie assures everyone that her dog is still alive, and Chris preps the team for podcast sponsorship! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The PS2 turned 25 this week so we're celebrating by talking about our favourite games from this legendary console.Vote for us here!https://www.nzpodcastawards.com/nominate Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On the show today - Ellie wants to know what sound or music from a video game gets you feeling all nostalgic. And Chris is bringing back the VO session for a third time but mixing it up a little bit. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kate is on the DLC this week talking about her contribution to The Sims 4. Kate is an NZ Sims streamer and we had a great time chatting to her about her latest project. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On the show today - Chris is bringing the voice characters back from last week except this time he's got full blown scripts. And Ellie has a quiz of gaming questions pulled from the TV show Jeopardy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Video game royalty is on the DLC this week, Nolan North. He's been in the industry for years and voiced iconic characters, the most notable being Nathan Drake from Uncharted. The team had a great chat with Nolan ahead of his visit the NZ. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On the show today - Guy wants to know that if a genie popped out and granted you one gaming related wish, what would it be. And Chris is testing whether or not Ellie and Guy would be good as voice over artists. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We have a very special and very legit guest on the DLC this week. Rob has been in the video game industry for over 20 years and his fingerprints have been on many amazing games we know and love. The most recent being, Ghost Of Yotei. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On the show today - Ellie is back from her week of being sick and wants to talk about games that we would recommend to the youths of today. Also Guy wants to know what you've managed to achieve non gaming related, while gaming. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.