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How the Worlds of Physical and Digital Identities Collide

This week, we are joined by Joe Cox to talk about pop culture and marketing, marketing in gaming and esports, and the opportunities for brands in the metaverse.  Joe is the Founder and Creator of The Pop-Marketer, host of the Pop-Marketing Podcast, and a lifelong marketer passionate about helping brands incorporate pop culture and use…

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Why Diversity and Inclusion Matter in Esports and Gaming

Joining us today is Ryan Johnson to talk about inclusion, minority representation, HBCUs and brands collaborations, and the multiple opportunities for underrepresented communities in the esports and gaming industry.  As the Founder and CEO of Cxmmunity, Ryan focuses on increasing minority representation in esports through STEAM development. Cxmmunity successfully established solid partnerships with Verizon, Twitch,…

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Understanding the Connection Between Gaming and Neuroscience

In today’s episode, we are joined by one of the OGs of game development, Noah Falstein, Executive Advisor at Akili Interactive. Noah has been designing games since 1980; he has worked for LucasArts, 3DO, Dreamworks Interactive, and Google. Noah is also the Owner of The Inspiracy, a consulting game production and design company focusing on…

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How Esports Teams Can Generate More Revenue From Partnerships

This week, we are joined by Justin Varghese to talk about esports, marketing, and partnerships.  Justin is in charge of Sales and Marketing Partnerships at Panda. He is an event speaker, esports broadcaster and evangelist, taco aficionado, and a dear friend. He shared a holistic view of the esports ecosystem, developed through his vast experience…

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Connecting the Worlds of Design and Gaming

Cisco Garrido, the Senior Graphic Designer at AOE Creative, is joining us today to talk about resilience, commitment, and following and trusting our passions.  Originally from Venezuela, and after his mentor died at a young age, Cisco moved to Panama to avoid the financial and social crisis getting in the way of his progress. His…

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Why You Need To Pay Attention to Ergonomics

Good ergonomic conditions don’t depend exclusively on the quality, price, or even the ergonomic qualities of the furniture we use when we are gaming, in our workstations, or wherever we spend the most time.  Jeannie Koulizakis, today’s guest, indicates that good ergonomics conditions include all the mentioned above plus a lot of other things, like…

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Helping Event Organizers Bringing Gaming and Esports To Life

If there’s one ongoing theme you see through esports and gaming, it’s the excitement over how many jobs and opportunities are created for those who have a love of gaming.  Calvin Hill and business partner, Kevin Fair met through the gaming community, and when they saw a need for more organized tournaments, more accountability for…

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The Road to Becoming an American Ninja Warrior

We can learn a lot from today’s guest, Karsten Williams, about resiliency, commitment, gratitude, and using past experiences to improve our personal and professional lives.  Karsten Williams is a 6 times American Ninja Warrior finalist, Director of Ninja Warrior North Texas, former Alpha Warrior athlete and body transformation specialist.  We delve into Karsten’s journey to…

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