Xsolla and Nexstar Media’s NewsNation launch gaming vodcast series

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Xsolla and Nexstar Media’s NewsNation launch gaming vodcast series

October 3, 2025•4 min

As gaming continues to rise as a dominant force in entertainment, the stories behind the studios, technology, and culture shaping the industry deserve a bigger stage. That’s why Xsolla is proud to announce a groundbreaking new media initiative: a co-branded vodcast series created in partnership with NewsNation, the national news network owned and operated by Nexstar Media Group, Inc. The Xsolla + NewsNation vodcast series will delve into the evolving world of gaming, exploring topics such as monetization strategies, technology trends, and the cultural moments that make games more than just a pastime. Designed to reach millions of households and online audiences, the series will be available across NewsNation, YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major social platforms. “Gaming is more than entertainment, it’s culture, connection, and commerce,” said Chris Hewish, President of Xsolla. “This partnership with Nexstar and NewsNation gives us the ability to spotlight those stories at scale, providing audiences with new insights into the gaming world and giving players, creators, and developers all the things they need to enjoy the game.”

A first-of-its-kind content collaboration

This new vodcast project marks a powerful union of Xsolla’s interactive entertainment expertise and Nexstar’s unmatched media reach. As the largest owner of local TV stations in the U.S. and the parent company of NewsNation and The CW, Nexstar brings the kind of reach that few media brands can match, while Xsolla brings years of hands-on experience working with thousands of developers to build, launch, and grow games worldwide. Together, we’re creating a vodcast that’s informative, entertaining, and accessible to both players and professionals alike.

What to expect from the Xsolla + NewsNation vodcast

The series is designed to appeal to a diverse audience, from casual gamers and content creators to developers, publishers, and industry professionals. Here's a look at what the series will offer: Seasonal Production The vodcast will feature ten full-length episodes produced between 2025 and 2026. The series premiered in August 2025 with a live episode filmed at Gamescom in Germany. Future episodes will be produced at NewsNation’s studios in Chicago, with select segments filmed on location at top gaming and tech events worldwide. Multi-Platform Distribution Episodes will be distributed across major platforms, including:

NewsNationNow
YouTube
Spotify
Apple Podcasts

This ensures that audiences can watch or listen from anywhere on TV, desktop, or mobile. Industry Voices & Real Conversations Each episode will pair NewsNation host Cher Hwang with featured guests from Xsolla, partner studios, and special developers. The goal? Real talk. Expect honest conversations about the business of game development, the challenges of global expansion, the rise of alternative monetization methods, and the future of interactive entertainment.

Topics you’ll hear about

Some of the key areas the series will explore include:

Cultural trends in gaming and how they’re shaping media and storytelling
Revenue and monetization models for mobile and cross-platform games
Distribution challenges in today’s global digital landscape
Success stories from indie creators to mid-sized studios going global
Technological innovation in game funding, payment systems, and player engagement

Whether you're a developer looking for inspiration, a marketer exploring new strategies, or a player curious about the stories behind the games you love, this vodcast will offer something valuable.

Why this matters now

The gaming audience is vast, passionate, and highly engaged, yet it remains underserved when it comes to mainstream, high-quality media coverage that goes beyond surface-level reviews or announcements. This series aims to change that by offering a thoughtful, inside look at what’s really driving the games industry forward. “We’re thrilled to partner with Xsolla to create and engage in compelling media in a field that is driving innovation and more,” said Justin Eli, Nexstar’s SVP of Digital Business Strategy. “The gaming industry is one of the most powerful engines of growth and creativity in the world today.”

Start watching and listening now

The Xsolla + NewsNation vodcast series is now live, with new episodes rolling out through the end of 2026. Join us to hear from developers, executives, storytellers, and strategists across the global games industry. Watch, subscribe, and follow along on your platform of choice:

This is just the beginning of a bigger conversation about gaming as culture, commerce, and community and we’re excited to share it with you.