Episode 155: What’s Your Deal, Lindsey Kurano?
Summary
Phil Salvador interviews Lindsay Carano, Curator of Electronic Games at The Strong Museum of Play, about her career path from Japanese translator to film and game preservationist. Carano discusses her philosophy on hardware acquisition, the importance of physical media over emulation, and the collaborative process behind her recent exhibit on Japanese indie games. She highlights the value of international partnerships with Japanese institutions and shares insights on curating narratives that engage museum visitors.
Topics discussed
Introduction and guest background
Learning Japanese and studying in Japan
Film preservation and the path to games
Library of Congress and audio work
Curator role at The Strong Museum
Collection philosophy and hardware vs emulation
Exhibit design and international collaboration
Japanese indie games and Patreon Q&A
Playable exhibits and upcoming projects
Advice for aspiring preservationists
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