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The Esports EditionWelcome to The Esports EditionSend us a text In our debut episode of The Esports Edition, we introduce the world’s first live FM esports business podcast, airing weekly on INDI 101-5 FM. Meet our hosts as we dive into the growth of esports, its crossover with the sports entertainment industry, and why Mohawk College is leading the charge in esports education.
2025-03-0659 min
Esports Insider PodcastHow Esports has Embraced the Anime Industry | The Industry Podcast | Kerry WaananenIn this episode of the Industry Podcast, creative comms specialist and former Esports Insider podcast host Kerry Waananen joins Tom Daniels to discuss the relationship between esports and anime.
In particular, the pair touch on marketing trends, the sectors' audience crossover and why it's important for esports to tap into other industries.
This episode is sponsored by Integrated Systems Europe, the world-renowned annual tech show in Barcelona. Integrated Systems Europe will take place 4th-7th February 2025 at Fira de Barcelona.
If you register today you can save 215 EUR so visit iseurope.org and use code "...
2024-12-1840 min
Esports Insider PodcastThe Esports Payment Dilemma | The Industry Podcast | Payment LabsHello and Welcome to The Industry, an esports business podcast that delves into the esports and gaming sector.
On this week's The Industry Podcast, Esports Insider's Tom Daniels talks about arguably one of the most important sectors in esports, the payments sector. To delve into this topic I’m joined by esports veteran Han Park, the CEO of the global payment platform Payment Labs.
This episode is sponsored by Integrated Systems Europe, the world-renowned annual tech show in Barcelona. Integrated Systems Europe will take place 4th-7th February 2025 at Fira de Barcelona.
If you register today you can save 215 EU...
2024-11-2746 min
Esports Insider PodcastThe Esports Industry Through the Eyes of a Data Company | Bayes Esports | The Industry PodcastWelcome to the Industry Podcast an Esports Insider podcast where we speak to people within the esports industry about the sector.
In this episode, Bayes Esports’ CCO and Managing Director Amir Mizaee discuss esports and data. Alongside talking about the role data has in esports, we chat about how it is being a data company in the esports sector.
Hosted by Tom Daniels (@TheTomDaniels)
2024-02-0145 min
Esports Connected With Megan Van PettenMeet Harold Mckinney of Esports Drift AssociationWelcome to the Esports Connected Podcast, where we explore the dynamic world of competitive sim drifting with our special guest, a passionate tournament organizer deeply involved in the sim racing scene. In this episode, we uncover the origins of the Esports Drifting Association (ESDA) and its strategic partnerships with industry leaders like Next-Level Racing, MOZA Racing, and Firman. Our guest shares insights into the challenges and nuances of competitive sim drifting, ESDA's experiences at Dreamhack, and their mission to expand sim drifting in the esports world. From their entry point into esports through fighting games to being a member...
2024-01-3034 min
Esports Connected With Megan Van PettenMeet Harold Mckinney of Esports Drift AssociationWelcome to the Esports Connected Podcast, where we explore the dynamic world of competitive sim drifting with our special guest, a passionate tournament organizer deeply involved in the sim racing scene. In this episode, we uncover the origins of the Esports Drifting Association (ESDA) and its strategic partnerships with industry leaders like Next-Level Racing, MOZA Racing, and Firman. Our guest shares insights into the challenges and nuances of competitive sim drifting, ESDA's experiences at Dreamhack, and their mission to expand sim drifting in the esports world. From their entry point into esports through fighting games to being a member...
2024-01-3034 min
Esports Connected With Megan Van PettenMeet David Bruno and Sean Dwyer of Camden County College - Cougar EsportsWelcome to the Esports Connected Podcast, where we delve into the dynamic world of esports and its intersection with education. Join David Bruno and Sean Dwyer, as they share their journeys into the esports industry, from casual gamers to key players in academic and competitive spaces. In this episode, explore the incredible growth of Cougar Esports at Camden County College, from its inception to current opportunities. Discover the NJ Pathways Project in Esports Production and Content Creation and the duo's roles in overseeing it. Get to know the hosts with fun facts, and explore their insights on industry trends...
2024-01-1649 minEsports Connected With Megan Van PettenMeet David Bruno and Sean Dwyer of Camden County College - Cougar EsportsWelcome to the Esports Connected Podcast, where we delve into the dynamic world of esports and its intersection with education. Join David Bruno and Sean Dwyer, as they share their journeys into the esports industry, from casual gamers to key players in academic and competitive spaces. In this episode, explore the incredible growth of Cougar Esports at Camden County College, from its inception to current opportunities. Discover the NJ Pathways Project in Esports Production and Content Creation and the duo's roles in overseeing it. Get to know the hosts with fun facts, and explore their insights on industry trends...
2024-01-1649 min
Esports Insider PodcastHashtag United's shift away from EAFC esports | Sebastian Carmichael-Brown | Esports TodayWe sit down with Co-Owner of Hashtag United, Sebastian Carmichael-Brown. With their recent shift away from EAFC, we discuss it all in our latest Esports Today podcast episode.
This podcast is sponsored by Ross Video with production supplied by Confetti. Check out more information on Ross Video below: https://www.rossvideo.com/industries/esports/
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2023-11-2710 min
Esports Insider PodcastG2 in North America and consolidation in esports | Alban Dechelotte | Esports TodayAt ESI London 2023, we manage to sit down with CEO of G2 Esports, Alban Dechelotte. We discuss G2's involvement in North American and consolidation in esports.
This podcast is sponsored by Ross Video with production supplied by Confetti. Check out more information on Ross Video below: https://www.rossvideo.com/industries/esports/
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2023-11-2213 minEsports Connected With Megan Van PettenEsports Connected - The Transition From Traditional Sports to Esports
There is no doubt talent plays a significant role in any success story; however, talent only is not enough. The right mindset, proper guidance, and putting in the work are also necessary. Coming from a family of athletes and entrepreneurs, Caleb Smith is the perfect example of that. Caleb Smith is the founder and CEO of CVS Entertainment and a franchise owner of Contender eSports in Cary, NC. CVS Entertainment provides premium encounters to improve the esports community, mainly in the Triangle area of North Carolina. Caleb is also the founder and owner of the clothing brand G...
2022-09-0239 min
Esports Connected With Megan Van PettenEsports Connected - The Transition From Traditional Sports to EsportsThere is no doubt talent plays a significant role in any success story; however, talent only is not enough. The right mindset, proper guidance, and putting in the work are also necessary. Coming from a family of athletes and entrepreneurs, Caleb Smith is the perfect example of that. Caleb Smith is the founder and CEO of CVS Entertainment and a franchise owner of Contender eSports in Cary, NC. CVS Entertainment provides premium encounters to improve the esports community, mainly in the Triangle area of North Carolina. Caleb is also the founder and owner of the clothing brand G...
2022-09-0239 minEsports Connected With Megan Van PettenEsports Connected - Connecting Esports To All Communities With Bubba Gaeddert
The gaming and esports industry is about connection, inclusion, and growth, but what happens when people interested in participating can't do it because they lack the resources to do it. That is why organizations like Varsity Esports Foundation exist; to ensure connectivity for low-income families and schools.In this episode of Esports Connected, Megan is joined by Bubba Gaeddert, Executive Director of Varsity Esports Foundation. He has over 20 years of experience in non-profit and development. Being a child raised in the urban core of Oklahoma, where funding and STEM weren't available, he is aware of the importance...
2022-08-0440 min
Esports Connected With Megan Van PettenEsports Connected - Connecting Esports To All Communities With Bubba GaeddertThe gaming and esports industry is about connection, inclusion, and growth, but what happens when people interested in participating can't do it because they lack the resources to do it. That is why organizations like Varsity Esports Foundation exist; to ensure connectivity for low-income families and schools.In this episode of Esports Connected, Megan is joined by Bubba Gaeddert, Executive Director of Varsity Esports Foundation. He has over 20 years of experience in non-profit and development. Being a child raised in the urban core of Oklahoma, where funding and STEM weren't available, he is aware of the importance...
2022-08-0440 minEsports Connected With Megan Van PettenEsports Connected - Developing Professional Esports Teams With John Smith-Howell
There is a difference between professional organizations and gaming communities; professional teams focus only on professional players and neglect community building. However, it is possible to create a community, have a professional structure, and be competitive at the same time, and Team 7AM is the living proof of that.John Smith-Howell, Director of Team 7AM, created a professional esports team grounded on community values, offering its players the opportunity to compete at the highest level and be part of a supportive environment ideal for developing new talents.He shares his vision of what kind of...
2022-07-0750 min
Esports Connected With Megan Van PettenEsports Connected - Developing Professional Esports Teams With John Smith-HowellThere is a difference between professional organizations and gaming communities; professional teams focus only on professional players and neglect community building. However, it is possible to create a community, have a professional structure, and be competitive at the same time, and Team 7AM is the living proof of that.John Smith-Howell, Director of Team 7AM, created a professional esports team grounded on community values, offering its players the opportunity to compete at the highest level and be part of a supportive environment ideal for developing new talents.He shares his vision of what kind of...
2022-07-0750 min
Sports Podcast AwardsEsports Network Podcast - ENTRYThe Esports Network Podcast is the primary long-form podcast of Esportz Network. Our esports podcast host Kevin Correa features interviews with key figures in esports and gaming from around the world as well as the latest business and entertainment news in the industry. As an increasing number of esports fans look for the latest esports and gaming information, our podcasts help them keep up with this expansive industry. Episodes are typically 25-40 minutes long and published twice weekly.
Over 210 Esports Network Podcasts have been produced and distributed on 24 podcast platforms and websites including podcast giants like Google, Apple Pod...
2022-01-0602 minEsports Connected With Megan Van PettenHow To Value Your Esports Company
Esports Trade Association's Esports Next (https://esportsta.org/esportsnext-2021-fall) is right around the corner, and one of the events everyone is most excited about is the Elevator Pitch Competition. This is your opportunity to get your business in front of a panel of advisors and investors with a chance at winning some funding.But how do you valuate an esports company? Well, that's exactly what Rohan Bose is here to help with. In this episode Rohan answers a lot of great questions about valuations within the esports industry, and what companies need to know!...
2021-08-1930 min
Esports Connected With Megan Van PettenHow To Value Your Esports CompanyEsports Trade Association's Esports Next (https://esportsta.org/esportsnext-2021-fall) is right around the corner, and one of the events everyone is most excited about is the Elevator Pitch Competition. This is your opportunity to get your business in front of a panel of advisors and investors with a chance at winning some funding.But how do you valuate an esports company? Well, that's exactly what Rohan Bose is here to help with. In this episode Rohan answers a lot of great questions about valuations within the esports industry, and what companies need to know!...
2021-08-1930 min
Esports Business Network PodcastEBNP #050 - DREW PROCTOR (ESPORTS CAREERS PODCAST)EBN Podcast #050, our guest is Drew Proctor, host of the Esports Careers Podcast. In this podcast, I interview Drew about his motivations in starting the podcast, how he approaches production & collaboration, and what he sees is the future of Esports. Enjoy!
Stay tuned, new episodes release on Mondays at 6 AM CST. Enjoy!
2021-07-0549 min
The DLC Drop PodcastThe Power of Your Network in Esports and Gaming With John YoungerJohn Younger remembers being in his father's car, his father picking important calls from his car phone, popular in the '80s and '90s. He could never tell if his father was talking to a friend, a colleague from work, a client, or a potential partner; the old man would treat everyone the same way. Creating meaningful and authentic relationships at work is something John picked up naturally from his father. In this episode, John is joined by John Younger, Vice President of Esports & Gaming at Pivot. John is the former President of Signal Fire Sports & E...
2021-06-2353 minEsports Connected With Megan Van PettenBuilding a Career in the Esports Industry With Trevor Johnson
Sometimes, a great opportunity lies behind a text message, an email, or a tweet, but unless we send those, we will never know. Trevor Johnson might have been ignored many times or rejected by several others, but one thing is sure: every opportunity he got in the gaming industry started with a message from him to someone he didn't know.Trevor Johnson is a Student Ambassador at Leyline; he is also a Content Intern at NutriGMR and an Office of Admissions Intern at Manchester University. Trevor is in his last year of his Bachelor of Science degree...
2021-06-1723 min
Esports Connected With Megan Van PettenBuilding a Career in the Esports Industry With Trevor JohnsonSometimes, a great opportunity lies behind a text message, an email, or a tweet, but unless we send those, we will never know. Trevor Johnson might have been ignored many times or rejected by several others, but one thing is sure: every opportunity he got in the gaming industry started with a message from him to someone he didn't know.Trevor Johnson is a Student Ambassador at Leyline; he is also a Content Intern at NutriGMR and an Office of Admissions Intern at Manchester University. Trevor is in his last year of his Bachelor of Science degree...
2021-06-1723 minThe DLC Drop PodcastCreating Worldwide Esports Communities With Kye BrowningSoon after he started organizing LAN parties and gaming events, Kye learned that those meetings were a lot more than just playing video games. It was a safe space for hundreds of students and young people in general to grow a sense of community, of belonging, and to learn life skills in a comfortable setting.Joining John in this episode is Kye Browning; he is the Director of Esports at Us Sports Camps. Kye founded and was Executive Director for three years of UVU Esports, where he created a space on the Utah University campus for gamers...
2021-06-1658 minEsports Connected With Megan Van PettenHelping Esports Businesses Outsource With Dawn Hershik
Most entrepreneurs wear many hats (if not all) when they start their businesses and, as the company starts growing, they must begin to delegate some tasks. Dawn Hershik thinks that ideally when business owners reach that point, they should delegate what they are not good at or spend time on. Dawn Hershik is the Managing Director at Supporting Strategies, a company that provides bookkeeping and controller services through remote and cloud-based technology. Dawn is a seasoned business, sales, and finance professional with deep expertise in small businesses' financial analysis. She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from N...
2021-06-0338 min
Esports Connected With Megan Van PettenHelping Esports Businesses Outsource With Dawn HershikMost entrepreneurs wear many hats (if not all) when they start their businesses and, as the company starts growing, they must begin to delegate some tasks. Dawn Hershik thinks that ideally when business owners reach that point, they should delegate what they are not good at or spend time on. Dawn Hershik is the Managing Director at Supporting Strategies, a company that provides bookkeeping and controller services through remote and cloud-based technology. Dawn is a seasoned business, sales, and finance professional with deep expertise in small businesses' financial analysis. She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from N...
2021-06-0338 minThe DLC Drop PodcastFrom Traditional Sports to Esports With Rebecca LongawaHand out or sampling products in traditional sports is more accessible if compared to esports. Traditional sports fans are easy-going; they are there to have fun, and they are more likely to get familiar with brands advertising in the arenas. Rebecca Longawa believes that esports fans don't want to be marketed to; they want to be part of the conversation and that the brand is there for the right reasons.Rebecca Longawa is an esports brand builder and strategist. She is the founder and President of Happy Warrior, advisor and mentor at Stadia Ventures, and advisor at...
2021-06-021h 01
Dr. Marc's MasterclassThe Role of Higher Education in Esports With Dr. Glenn Platt and Dr. Phil AlexanderWhat does it take to make a great game? Dr. Glenn Platt believes that it is needed much more than just game development. We need to consider the artwork, a fantastic story, its narrative, the music, and the business model, among other elements. He believes that great games have a horizontal approach, considering all those details; it is not about computer science only. Today Dr. Marc is joined by Dr. Glenn Platt and Dr. Phil Alexander, and they have a great conversation about esports and gaming and its relationship with high education. Dr. Glenn Platt...
2021-05-3153 minDr. Marc's MasterclassFueling Esports Elite Athletes With Josh OteroEsports doesn't require its athletes to lift heavy weights, sprint, or compete on a field. Still, it demands high levels of concentration, massive cognitive efforts, and tons of hand-eye coordination, which translates into burning a significant amount of calories. They're a different type of athlete, but definitely athletes. That is why their nutrition is as crucial as traditional athlete's nutrition, and that is why Josh Otero and his team created NutriGMR. Josh Otero is the Co-Founder and CEO at NutriGMR; he has been a sports technology entrepreneur since 2013. Josh is a lifelong athlete, and he wa...
2021-05-2431 minDr. Marc's MasterclassDr. Marc's Masterclass - Resiliency and Esports With John DavidsonThe esports and gaming industry offers a broad set of possibilities for students from almost every specialty; communicators, marketers, accountants, lawyers, psychologists, designers, software developers, and many more. That's one thing John Davidson loves most about the industry he's helping to develop and grow. Today's guest is John Davidson, a TEDx and Keynote Speaker, Chairman of the Esports Trade Association, founder of the Davidson Learning Center, and host of The DLC Drop Podcast. John's background as a lifelong skateboarder gave him a consistent perspective of life; after falling and failing at something, he would step up and t...
2021-05-1757 minEsports Connected With Megan Van PettenConnecting Esports To All Communities With Bubba Gaeddert
The gaming and esports industry is about connection, inclusion, and growth, but what happens when people interested in participate can't do it because they lack the resources to do it. That is why organizations like Varsity Esports Foundation exist; to ensure connectivity for low-income families and schools.In this episode of Esports Connected, Megan is joined by Bubba Gaeddert, Executive Director of Varsity Esports Foundation. He has over 20 years of experience in non-profit and development. Being a child raised in the urban core of Oklahoma, where funding and STEM weren't available, he is aware of the importance o...
2021-05-1341 min
Esports Connected With Megan Van PettenConnecting Esports To All Communities With Bubba GaeddertThe gaming and esports industry is about connection, inclusion, and growth, but what happens when people interested in participate can't do it because they lack the resources to do it. That is why organizations like Varsity Esports Foundation exist; to ensure connectivity for low-income families and schools.In this episode of Esports Connected, Megan is joined by Bubba Gaeddert, Executive Director of Varsity Esports Foundation. He has over 20 years of experience in non-profit and development. Being a child raised in the urban core of Oklahoma, where funding and STEM weren't available, he is aware of the importance o...
2021-05-1341 minThe DLC Drop PodcastMaking Esports Accessible To All With Philip HübnerUnless you are the talent or already have the connections, getting into any industry means starting from the lower position. Part of that journey could include unpaid internships, which could be seen as unpaid work or as time invested in your future. Philip Hübner, has a fantastic perspective to share about why starting at the bottom may not be so bad.Philip Hübner is the Chief Business Development Officer at Challengermode. This Swedish company offers online esports infrastructure to players, organizers, and developers. Challengermode sees itself as the railroad of esports, facilitating players' access to es...
2021-05-1257 minDr. Marc's MasterclassEsports Programs in Universities With Dr. Joey GawrysiakWhen it comes to teaching esports at an academic level, schools should look for teachers with academic qualifications only or people with practical experience in gaming? Dr. Joey Gawrysiak believes that ideally, they should look for a mix of both; the amalgamation of industry practitioners and traditional academic researchers. Dr. Joey Gawrysiak is Director of Esports Shenandoah University and Co-Founder and Partner at GHS Esports Solutions. Dr. Joey is an old-school gamer; he used to play competitive Halo traveling on his own dime and competing for a case of Bawls energy drink. He is a Doc...
2021-05-1055 minDr. Marc's MasterclassThe Science Behind Esports Physical Training With Elise CarlsonA balanced diet, pre-competitive warmup, awareness of their posture, and breathing exercises are vital in any traditional athlete's routine, and it is not different for professional gamers. The world is changing, sports are changing, and with them, the definition of what an athlete is. This is just some of what was discussed with today's guest, Elise Carlson. Elise Carlson is the Head Athletic Trainer at Florida Memorial University. She holds a Master's Degree in Athletic Trainer from Barry University, and she worked as a clinical athletic trainer for Professional Orthopedic and Sports Physical Therapy in New York.
2021-05-0351 minEsports Connected With Megan Van PettenThe Transition From Traditional Sports to Esports
There is no doubt talent plays a significant role in any success story; however, talent only is not enough. The right mindset, proper guidance, and putting in the work are also necessary. Coming from a family of athletes and entrepreneurs, Caleb Smith is the perfect example of that. Caleb Smith is the founder and CEO of CVS Entertainment and a franchise owner of Contender eSports in Cary, NC. CVS Entertainment provides premium encounters to improve the esports community, mainly in the Triangle area of North Carolina. Caleb is also the founder and owner of the clothing brand...
2021-04-2939 min
Esports Connected With Megan Van PettenThe Transition From Traditional Sports to EsportsThere is no doubt talent plays a significant role in any success story; however, talent only is not enough. The right mindset, proper guidance, and putting in the work are also necessary. Coming from a family of athletes and entrepreneurs, Caleb Smith is the perfect example of that. Caleb Smith is the founder and CEO of CVS Entertainment and a franchise owner of Contender eSports in Cary, NC. CVS Entertainment provides premium encounters to improve the esports community, mainly in the Triangle area of North Carolina. Caleb is also the founder and owner of the clothing brand...
2021-04-2939 minDr. Marc's MasterclassThe Economic & Social Impact of Esports With Eric GriffinConsidered the second biggest esports hotspot in the country, the Dallas-Fort Worth region is the perfect intersection of sports, tech, and sports business in general. Eric Griffin believes that after industry giants like OpTic Gaming, compLexity Gaming, Team Envy, and Mavs Gaming have chosen the region as headquarters, opportunities have multiplied for gamers, teams, educators, and corporations.Eric Griffin is the Managing Director of Research and Innovation at the Dallas Regional Chamber. Eric holds a Bachelor of Science in Political Science from Southern Methodist University, and a Master in Public Policy in Environmental Policy, and a Master...
2021-04-261h 01Esports Connected With Megan Van PettenDeveloping Professional Esports Teams With John Smith-Howell
There is a difference between professional organizations and gaming communities; professional teams focus only on professional players and neglect community building. However, it is possible to create a community, have a professional structure, and be competitive at the same time, and Team 7AM is the living proof of that. John Smith-Howell, Director of Team 7AM, created a professional esports team grounded on community values, offering its players the opportunity to compete at the highest level and be part of a supportive environment ideal for developing new talents. He shares his vision of what kind of...
2021-04-2252 min
Esports Connected With Megan Van PettenDeveloping Professional Esports Teams With John Smith-HowellThere is a difference between professional organizations and gaming communities; professional teams focus only on professional players and neglect community building. However, it is possible to create a community, have a professional structure, and be competitive at the same time, and Team 7AM is the living proof of that. John Smith-Howell, Director of Team 7AM, created a professional esports team grounded on community values, offering its players the opportunity to compete at the highest level and be part of a supportive environment ideal for developing new talents. He shares his vision of what kind of...
2021-04-2252 min
The ModGolf PodcastCreating North America's First Esports Golf Competition Event - Charlie Watson, CEO of Tiidal Gaming & Lazarus EsportsCompetitive Esports tournaments for baseball, hockey, basketball and football have been rising in popularity but golf has yet to join the party. Until now. Charlie Watson, CEO of Tiidal Gaming and Lazarus Esports join us to discuss The #VIRLShowdown, which is North America's first competitive Esports Golf Event.
Want to enter but don't live on Vancouver Island? The #VIRLShowdown is the first of what will be many larger scale tournaments that Lazarus Esports will be rolling out, so your chance to participate will be coming soon!
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2021-04-2230 minThe DLC Drop PodcastBuilding Esports Brands With Simon BennettEven with a terrific start, many esports and gaming companies fail in the long term not because they don't deliver premium quality work, but because they don't prepare themselves to scale. Simon Bennett believes that thinking about how to scale and grow is the "boring part" of running a business, and that's why people avoid doing it, and it is what ends up swallowing them at the end. Simon was born in the UK. He is the Co-Owner and CEO at AoE Creative. He is also the Founder & Director at WE ARE SEED Ltd, a company that...
2021-04-211h 03Esports Connected With Megan Van PettenThe Power of the Esports Community With James O'Hagan
The power of the esports community is a real thing, and gone are the days where gaming made you more excluded from the world around you. In fact, kids who are into gaming and esports are actually learning many of the tools they’ll need in order to be connected to a world of the future.James O’Hagan, is passionate about bringing the world of esports and gaming to the school districts and finding ways to teach the power of this world to parents who still aren’t sure they want their kids playing games all day.
2021-04-1549 min
Esports Connected With Megan Van PettenThe Power of the Esports Community With James O'HaganThe power of the esports community is a real thing, and gone are the days where gaming made you more excluded from the world around you. In fact, kids who are into gaming and esports are actually learning many of the tools they’ll need in order to be connected to a world of the future.James O’Hagan, is passionate about bringing the world of esports and gaming to the school districts and finding ways to teach the power of this world to parents who still aren’t sure they want their kids playing games all day.
2021-04-1549 minDr. Marc's MasterclassDiversity In Esports With Keshia WalkerThe esports industry is generating billions every year, and everyone seems interested in participating in it, higher education institutions included. However, it took almost 7 years for HBCUs to offer scholarships in competitive esports since Chicago's Robert Morris offered a varsity-level scholarship for the first time in 2014.Keshia Walker, a lifetime gamer, is President of Insight Marketing and the Founder and CEO of the Black Collegiate Gaming Association (BCGA), destined to connect young Black College students with internships and full-time career opportunities in the gaming and esports industry. In this episode, we discuss the importance of i...
2021-04-1244 minEsports Connected With Megan Van PettenThe Importance of Insurance For Esports Companies With Chris Johnson
It may not be something we think about (or want to think about everyday), but insurance is part of our daily lives and getting the right one for your business and life can save you a lot of headaches when you actually need it. That's exactly what Chris Johnson, from the Johnsonese Brokerage LLC is here to discuss.In this episode of Esports Connected, Chris talks to Megan Van Patten about the importance of insurance in the industry. They discuss how insurance can protect your business and explains how even virtually, events can suffer big losses if...
2021-04-0836 min
Esports Connected With Megan Van PettenThe Importance of Insurance For Esports Companies With Chris JohnsonIt may not be something we think about (or want to think about everyday), but insurance is part of our daily lives and getting the right one for your business and life can save you a lot of headaches when you actually need it. That's exactly what Chris Johnson, from the Johnsonese Brokerage LLC is here to discuss.In this episode of Esports Connected, Chris talks to Megan Van Patten about the importance of insurance in the industry. They discuss how insurance can protect your business and explains how even virtually, events can suffer big losses if...
2021-04-0836 minEsports Connected With Megan Van PettenThe Power of the Esports Community With Brandon Tschacher
When you think of video games, you may think of a child sitting by themselves playing inside. However, what many people often don’t realize is the tremendous community-building opportunities that are created because of gaming and esports. Brandon Tschacher is all about deepening that community through the MKEsports Alliance, a company he founded. Brandon is working on bringing more opportunities to not just the cities of Milwaukee and Madison, but to the State of Wisconsin.He joins Megan Van Petten in this Esports Connected to discuss his background in gaming, the opportunities he’s disc...
2021-04-0137 min
Esports Connected With Megan Van PettenThe Power of the Esports Community With Brandon TschacherWhen you think of video games, you may think of a child sitting by themselves playing inside. However, what many people often don’t realize is the tremendous community-building opportunities that are created because of gaming and esports. Brandon Tschacher is all about deepening that community through the MKEsports Alliance, a company he founded. Brandon is working on bringing more opportunities to not just the cities of Milwaukee and Madison, but to the State of Wisconsin.He joins Megan Van Petten in this Esports Connected to discuss his background in gaming, the opportunities he’s disc...
2021-04-0137 min
Esports Connected With Megan Van PettenUnderstanding Valuations for Esports CompaniesAre business valuations different for the esports industry than other industries? And what’s important for founders to understand when seeking investors and understanding what their business is worth?These are just some of the questions that Rohan Bose discusses with Megan in this episode of Esports Connected.Rohan is an Associate at Teknos Associates, focused on helping those in the world of esports understand how to fairly evaluate their company.Rohan talks about his history in the world of esports, and what he’s excited most about as the world starts to open...
2021-03-2430 minEsports Connected With Megan Van PettenUnderstanding Valuations for Esports Companies
Are business valuations different for the esports industry than other industries? And what’s important for founders to understand when seeking investors and understanding what their business is worth?These are just some of the questions that Rohan Bose discusses with Megan in this episode of Esports Connected.Rohan is an Associate at Teknos Associates, focused on helping those in the world of esports understand how to fairly evaluate their company.Rohan talks about his history in the world of esports, and what he’s excited most about as the world starts to open...
2021-03-2430 minEsports Connected With Megan Van PettenThriving With Esports Events During a Pandemic & Shutdown
A pandemic may feel like the worst thing in the world for a Visitors and Conventions Bureau, but through hardship can come opportunity. That’s exactly what the Raleigh Convention and Visitors Bureau did amid the 2020 shutdown. Ed Tomasi and Loren Gold talk to Megan Van Patten today on Esports Connected to talk about the impact esports has had on the City of Raleigh. They also discuss the pivot from live events to virtual, and why it ended up being a silver lining for finding opportunities for not just those visiting Raleigh, but those also living in Ral...
2021-03-2130 min
Esports Connected With Megan Van PettenThriving With Esports Events During a Pandemic & ShutdownA pandemic may feel like the worst thing in the world for a Visitors and Conventions Bureau, but through hardship can come opportunity. That’s exactly what the Raleigh Convention and Visitors Bureau did amid the 2020 shutdown. Ed Tomasi and Loren Gold talk to Megan Van Patten today on Esports Connected to talk about the impact esports has had on the City of Raleigh. They also discuss the pivot from live events to virtual, and why it ended up being a silver lining for finding opportunities for not just those visiting Raleigh, but those also living in Ral...
2021-03-2130 minThe DLC Drop PodcastBrand Activations In Esports With Ben NicholEvents can help to elevate brands in big ways, and if there’s one industry where this is especially true, it's esports.Ben Nichol has an incredible history with esports, starting out as a player, to a caster, and then working in events for Red Bull. Now the Sr. Account Executive at Next Generation Esports (NGE), he shares his journey with John Davidson in this episode of The DLC Drop Podcast.Ben also shares the inside tips of what makes brands stand out in the world of esports along with the can’t miss details when...
2021-03-1048 minDr. Marc's MasterclassEsports Reinvention With Charles ConroyNot many people can say they’ve been in the esports industry for over a decade, but Charles Conroy is one of the lucky few. Now the Vice President of Gaming at The Switch, Charles started out as a player, then a General Manager of Direct TV’s Dallas Franchise for the TV Championship Gaming Series.His career has been through many ups and downs, but there’s been one thing that has remained the same, his unwavering passion for a sport that he grew up loving and allowed him to live a life he really never could...
2021-02-2243 minDr. Marc's MasterclassMedia In Esports - Chauntel BuscheIn today’s episode of Dr. Marc’s Masterclass. Dr. Marc Williams’s guest is Esports Futuri Editor in Chief, Chauntel Busche. Chauntel talks about her life being a mom to her two beautiful children. Plus she discusses how she handles all that she has to juggle with being the Managing Director of Esports Futuri, running her own marketing company, and being a mom of two boys. Listen as Chauntel unravels how she became fond of marketing and why she chose this career over music. To connect with Marc, visit him on Twitter: https://twitter.com/do...
2021-02-1520 minDr. Marc's MasterclassThe Science of Esports & Gaming - Johnathan HolifieldEsports is more than just fun and games but also have applications immersed in science and engineering. Johnathan Holifield, the Executive Director for the HBCU Initiative, holds and educates that esports has academic applications and the development of skills and insights are marketable.In this episode, Johnathan shares his story as an opportunity warrior that fights for every opportunity and encourages young people to improve their skills and be competitive assets in the playing field and our fast-changing world.To connect with Dr. Marc, visit him on Twitter: https://twitter.com/docspitsfire06Or
2021-02-0141 min
Esports Business Network PodcastEBNP #014 - DONNY STUMPEL (NEXT LEVEL ESPORTS)EBN Podcast #014, our guest is Donny Stumpel the man behind Next Level Esports. His history in gaming is quite relatable even to someone like myself who lives halfway around the world from his stomping ground in the Netherlands. We talk about what inspired him to turn his passion into his career, and how as an Esports Coach, he’s able to take his traditional teaching experience and add value to Esports Organizations around the world.
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2020-10-261h 01
Inside EsportsTres deseos (y medio) para el futuro de los esports - Inside Esports 1x10Esto es Inside Esports, el podcast que busca ahondar en los deportes electrónicos y rescatar las mejores historias para darles el tiempo que necesitan para ser contadas.
En este décimo y último episodio de la primera temporada consideramos oportuno realizar una labor de futurólogos a la vez que evidenciar nuestros deseos. En los esports siempre se habla de futuro y nuestro programa se centra en el pasado, con perfiles de jugadores o equipos, o en presente, con noticias de actualidad a las que le sacamos punta.
Como broche final a una primera temporada que esperamos que os haya...
2020-06-0337 minInside EsportsDragunov y la explosión de Valorant - Inside Esports 1x08Bienvenidos a Inside Esports, el podcast que busca ahondar en los deportes electrónicos y rescatar las mejores historias para darles el tiempo que necesitan para ser contadas.
La segunda entrevista de Inside Esports es a Javier "Dragunov" Sánchez, todo un clásico de la escena nacional de Counter Strike que está en proceso de volcarse en Valorant, el nuevo shooter de Riot Games. Los padres de League of Legends están en plena fase beta de su nuevo título, pero ya es todo un fenómeno.
Gracias a Millenium España por hacer posible este programa.
2020-05-2055 minInside EsportsLos esports en tiempo del Coronavirus - Inside Esports 1x05Bienvenidos a Inside Esports, el podcast que busca ahondar en los deportes electrónicos y rescatar las mejores historias para darles el tiempo que necesitan para ser contadas.
Era imposible no estar a la vez que la actualidad esta semana. El COVID-19 nos tiene confinados en casa, pero con el mundo del deporte analógico totalmente parado, es una oportunidad para que los esports sean "el único deporte disponible".
Gracias a Millenium España por hacer posible este programa.
2020-03-2539 minInside EsportsSalud mental y situaciones límite en los esports - Inside Esports 1x01Bienvenidos a Inside Esports, el podcast que busca ahondar en los deportes electrónicos y rescatar las mejores historias para darles el tiempo que necesitan para ser contadas.
Este primer programa acerca lo duros que son los deportes electrónicos y lo que exigen a los jugadores profesionales. No tanto como una reinvindicación de los esports frente al deporte tradicional, si no para evidenciar que aún queda mucho camino por recorrer en la verdadera profesionalización en áreas clave.
Gracias a Millenium España por hacer posible este podcast.
2020-02-1923 min
BIG Esports Podcast#052 - Startups and Gamification in Esports with Mervyn Lau - CEO at TOKIGAMESIn this episode, Chris talks Start-Ups and Gamification in Esports with Mervyn Lau - CEO of TOKIGAMES
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2019-09-191h 00BIG Esports Podcast#051 - Esports Data and Analytics with Matthew Gunnin - Founder and CEO of Esports OneIn this episode, Chris talks Esports Data and Analytics with Matthew Gunnin, Founder and CEO of Esports One.
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2019-09-121h 19BIG Esports Podcast#049 - Networking for Growth, Business and EsportsIn this episode, Chris talks Networking for Growth with Herb May, CEO and Founder of Gamer.U
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2019-08-2957 minBIG Esports Podcast#048 - Esports Mergers and the State of the MarketIn this episode, Chris talks Esports Mergers and the State of the Market with Nick Bobir, CEO of ICON and Managing Director of Chiefs ESC
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2019-08-221h 11BIG Esports Podcast#047 - Let's Talk Sales In EsportsIn this episode, Chris talks about Sales in Esports.
Understanding The power of a great sales team, no matter what industry you’re currently operating in.
There are some esports & gaming companies that already employ great sales staff, take a look at FaZe clan for example with Jeffery Pabst and his team, but we’ve seen many others that do not.
In one week recently, we had 4 different esports entities, from Tier-2 teams to publisher-based leagues approach us and ask for help in selling sponsorship assets as a commission-only service.
While its great that we a...
2019-08-1517 minBIG Esports Podcast#046 - REVISIT Non-Endemics in Esports In this episode we talk with Non-Endemics in Esports with Scott Russell (HOYTS Esports) and Matt Jones (OVO).
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2019-08-012h 15BIG Esports Podcast#045 -Engaging Youth and Grassroots Esports In this episode, Chris talks Engaging Youth and Grassroots Esports with Bretty Sullivan, Founder and CEO of Flaktest Gaming
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2019-07-2551 minBIG Esports Podcast#044 - Esports and Gaming Start-Ups and FoundersIn this episode, Chris talks Esports and Gaming Start-Ups and Founders with Riad Chikhani, CEO at the GAMURS Group
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2019-07-181h 11BIG Esports Podcast#043 - Wellness in Esports, Managing Stress to ProgressIn this episode, Chris talks Wellness in Esports with Kieran Blay, Co-founder and Director of Adeki
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2019-07-1159 minBIG Esports Podcast#041 - Blockchain, Esports and Regulated Wagering In this episode, Chris talks Blockchain, Esports and Regulated Wagering with Rahul Sood, CEO and Co-Found of Unikrn
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2019-06-2757 minBIG Esports Podcast#039 - Esports Pathway, Player, UX, BusinessIn this episode, Chris talks Esports Pathway, Player, UX, Business with Jamie Skella, Chief Strategy and Commercial Officer
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2019-06-131h 19BIG Esports Podcast#038 - Accounting for Esports and GamingIn this episode, Chris talks Accounting for Esports and Gaming with Chris Hillman, Director of Rise Family Accounting.
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2019-06-061h 03BIG Esports Podcast#037 - University Esports, Structure and Funding In this episode, Chris talks about University Esports with Nick from QUT Esports, Tim from UQU Esports and Andrew from Murdoch Esports.
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2019-05-301h 12BIG Esports Podcast#036 - Diversifying Growth for Esports OrganisationsIn this episode, Chris talks about Diversifying Growth for Esports Organisations with Ryan Nejmanowski, Special Projects Lead - Team Liquid & Liquid Media.
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2019-05-231h 09BIG Esports Podcast#035 - From Traditional Sports to EsportsIn this episode, Chris talks about the transition between traditional sports to esports with Dave Harris, Managing Director - Guinevere Capital.
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2019-05-161h 03BIG Esports Podcast#034 - Esports and Gaming JournalismIn this episode, Chris talks Esports and Gaming Journalism with Seamus Byrne (Broacaster and Journalist)
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2019-05-091h 13BIG Esports Podcast#032 - High School EsportsWith esports a global phenomenon, High School Esports clubs are starting in schools across the globe.
Join Chris as he talks with Woody Wu about High School Esports. (League Commissioner, META High School Esports)
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2019-04-261h 13BIG Esports Podcast#031 - Grassroots Esports to Stadium EventsMost of us in the esports industry tend to have crazy journeys to how we got there.
Join Chris as he talks with Josh Inman about Grassroots Esports to Stadium Events. (Operations Manager at ESL Australia)
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2019-04-181h 17BIG Esports Podcast#030 - Launching an Esports Division in a Large OrganisationEver wonder how to start an esports division within your company?
Join Chris as he talks with Walter Wang, starting as an Intern, now Director of Esports for HTC.
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2019-04-111h 07BIG Esports Podcast#029 - Building Brands, Attracting Traditional Media and Player Salaries with Chris Derrick CEO of ORDER Esports In this episode, Chris talks Building Brands, Attracting Traditional Media and Player Salaries with Chris Derrick CEO of ORDER Esports
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2019-04-0457 minBIG Esports Podcast#028 - From Finance and Investment to Esports Employment (with James Bryce-Lind, VP of Business Development, BIG Esports)In this episode, Chris talks Finance and Investment to Esports Employment with James Bryce-Lind, VP of Business Development, BIG Esports.
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2019-03-2947 minBIG Esports Podcast#027 – Esports Liability and Insurance (with Paul Cowley, Director and Co-Founder, Thunder Insurance)In this episode, Chris talks Esports Liability and Insurance (with Paul Cowley, Director and Co-Founder, Thunder Insurance)
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2019-03-211h 08BIG Esports Podcast#026 - Simulation, Motor Racing & Esports with Simon Feigl, Sales and Marketing Manager, Motum Simulation In this episode, Chris talks Simulation, Motor Racing & Esports with Simon Feigl, Sales and Marketing Manager, Motum Simulation
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2019-03-141h 00BIG Esports Podcast#025 - Online Virtual Cycling Racing, A combination of Esports and Sports with Frank Garcia Founder of CVR EsportsIn this episode, Chris talks Online Virtual Cycling Racing, A combination of Esports and Sports with Frank Garcia Founder of CVR Esports.
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2019-03-071h 02BIG Esports Podcast#024 - Esports Trends, Evaluations and Broadcasting Rights with Ben Goldhaber (Founding Member of Twitch) In this episode, Chris talks Esports Trends, Evaluations and Broadcasting Rights with Ben Goldhaber (Founding Member of Twitch)
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2019-02-281h 00BIG Esports Podcast#023 - International Gaming Events, Exhibitions, Booths and Esports with Guy 'Yug' Blomberg (Global Gaming Director of Reed Pop)In this episode, Chris talks International Gaming Events, Exhibitions, Booths and Esports with Guy 'Yug' Blomberg, Global Gaming Director of Reed Pop.
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2019-02-2550 minBIG Esports Podcast#022 - Building A Global Esports Brand with Anne Mathews (Co-Founder and Director of Fnatic)In this episode, Chris talks Building A Global Esports Brand with Anne Mathews (Co-Founder and Director of Fnatic)
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2019-02-1444 minBIG Esports Podcast#021 - Starting an Esports Team, Finding Sponsors and Professional PlayIn this episode, Chris talks Starting an Esports Team, Finding Sponsors and Professional Play with Nathan 'Rippii' Mott (CEO of Dire Wolves).
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2019-02-0752 minBIG Esports Podcast#020 - Esports Trends and Analysis for 2019, Reflecting on 2018In this episode, Chris talks Esports Trends and Analysis for 2019, Reflecting on 2018.
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2019-01-3055 minBIG Esports Podcast#018 - Investing In Esports and Scaling A Start Up with Gerry Sakkas (CEO of PlaySide Studios)In this episode we talk Investing in Esports and Scaling A Start Up with Gerry Sakkas (CEO of PlaySide Studios)
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2019-01-1653 minBIG Esports Podcast#017 - Non-Endemics in Esports with Scott Russell (HOYTS Esports) and Matt Jones (OVO)In this episode we talk with Non-Endemics in Esports with Scott Russell (HOYTS Esports) and Matt Jones (OVO).
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2019-01-102h 17
The Esports Revue PodcastA Beginner's Guide to Watching Competitive Gaming - The Esports Revue Ep. 10In episode 10 of The Esports Revue podcast, the EsportsMaybe.com team take a deep dive into noob territory. Ben and Patrick breakdown how beginners can get into and start spectating a new esports scene.
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How to Get Into Watching Esports?
Choose an esport to follow closely.
Pick a video game you find personally interesting. Once you have selected your game, it is time to choose a “favorite” player. Pick someone at the top that has a history of winning. Study this player’s biggest wins. Learn the names of their most fearsome opponents. Watch all of...
2016-03-3157 min
The Esports Revue PodcastWhat Defines Esports? - The Esports Revue Podcast Ep. 9On this episode of "The Esports Revue", we take a deep dive into the people that comprise esports.
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What Defines Esports?
The short answer is, people. People make up and define esports. Players and other parties involved in the competitive gaming industry are the most important component. Without the people, esports wouldn't have massive crowds or salivating sponsors. Without them, we wouldn't have player's willing to spend 18 hours per day practicing. Without the people, esports would be really damn boring.
Brief History of Competitive Gaming
Video games have been around forever, but esports finds...
2016-03-2354 min
The Esports Revue PodcastExploring the MMO FPS (Guest, Shane "Lanzer" Boulware) - The Esports Revue Podcast Ep. 8Planetside 2 set the Guiness Book of World Records for "Most Players in a single FPS battle record", with 1,158 total players battling at once. Does this type of experience fit into the competitive gaming industry?
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The Esports Revue Podcast, Episode 8 with our guest the beautiful Shane "Lanzer" Boulware, founder and board member of Planetside Battles and true blue esports fanatic.
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2016-03-131h 15
The Esports Revue PodcastWho Needs an Esports Savior? (Guest, David "BowmanShoota" Bowman) - The Esports Revue Podcast Ep. 7Who will be the leader of competitive gaming?
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Esports needs self sacrificing individuals trained in the art of aretē.
Origin of “Esports Jesus” AKA Esports Leader
This conversation started last week while discussing what criteria an individual would need to lead the building of a healthy gaming community. Check out “Building Healthy Gaming Communities – The Esports Revue Ep. 6” for more context. We coined the term “Esports Jesus”; moving forward we would like to be more inclusive and refer to these people simply as esports leaders.
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2016-03-011h 04
The Esports Revue PodcastTaboos of Competitive Gaming - The Esports Revue Podcast Ep. 2Taboos of Competitive Gaming
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In this week's episode we taking a deep dive into the many "Taboos of Competitive Gaming". First, we will start with some of the more publicly discussed taboos. Then we will breakdown the different parties that have a stake in esports. Finally, we will review some of the lesser known taboos in esports. Another way to think about this topic: "What are the unspoken expectations and assumptions in the competitive gaming industry?"
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2016-01-2753 min
The Esports Revue PodcastStreaming in Esports (Guest, Ben "FishStix" Goldhaber) - The Esports Revue Podcast Ep. 3Importance of Live Streaming in Esports
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Patrick, Ben, and special guest Ben "Fishstix" Goldhaber (Director of Content Marketing at Twitch) discuss the importance of live streaming in the overall and continued growth within esports.
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2016-01-2757 min
The Esports Revue PodcastWhy We Watch Esports - The Esports Revue Podcast Ep. 1Why We Watch Esports
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Esports allow for each of us to see true greatness in an action like playing video games. Competitive gaming is a showcase for everyday people to transcend their humanity. Gladiators battling for glory in the coliseum. The 'nerd revolution' is now much bigger than just Bill Gates or Steve Jobs. Humanity strives to compete. Now that competition is entering a new era.
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2016-01-1254 min