Shows
The Gaming PersonaDigital Journeys That Changed Us ForeverSend us a textMarcusB814 and Dr. Gameology discuss how certain video games can profoundly impact players psychologically, creating lasting emotional impressions and sometimes even changing how we view the world.• Hollow Knight: Silksong release briefly crashed Steam, sparking a discussion about "2D Dark Souls" games and gaming settings• Marcus unpacks his journey with Expedition 33, initially skipping cutscenes but eventually becoming captivated by its stunning visuals and emotional storyline• The hosts explore games that genuinely frightened them, including PT (Silent Hills demo) and Dead Space• Doritos shares his new family D&D campaign...
2025-09-1159 minThe Gaming PersonaBehind Every Victory Screen: The Emotional Journey of Mastering Difficult GamesSend us a textMarcusB814 and Dr. Gameology dive deep into the emotional highs of conquering difficult games, specifically the journey to becoming Elden Lord after two years. They explore how different game styles create unique psychological experiences and why certain victories feel so meaningful.• MarcusB814 shares his emotional reaction to finally beating Elden Ring after two years• The psychological difference between MMO challenges versus single-player games• Why the moment before victory can feel more powerful than the victory itself• Discussion of Final Fantasy XIV's steep learning curve and content structure• Frustratio...
2025-05-151h 02The Gaming PersonaOffices and Controllers: Finding Our Home in GamingSend us a textMarcusB814 and Dr. Gameology explore the connections between gaming interfaces, personal spaces, and what motivates us as gamers during their most introspective episode yet. Their conversation weaves through controller preferences, creating ideal gaming environments, and finding inspiration in unexpected places.• Marcus tries Fortnite for the first time to evaluate its appropriateness for his child• Dr. Gameology shares the emotional experience of taking his son on college campus visits• Detailed comparison of keyboard/mouse versus controller setups for different game genres• Discussion of Final Fantasy XIV's innovative controller interface for MMO...
2025-05-0147 minThe Gaming PersonaGaming Backlogs & Broken ChainsSend us a textMarcusB814 and Dr. Gameology explore the psychological connections we form with video games and how our gaming habits reflect our personalities.• Gaming setups and workflow with discussion of Lenovo's Yoga Book laptop for mixing gaming and productivity• Trophy hunting in games like Journey, Heavy Rain, and Bioshock, and what these achievements mean to different players• Marcus's Elden Ring experience in Crumbling Farum Azula and the crossroads of completing the game versus exploring every area• The psychology of gaming backlogs and why we buy games we never play• Which vide...
2025-04-171h 02The Gaming PersonaRediscovering Final Fantasy Through Personal AdventuresSend us a textImagine facing a seemingly insurmountable gaming challenge, only to find victory through a fresh perspective. That's exactly what happened to MarcusB814 in our latest episode of the Gaming Persona Podcast, where he takes us on his triumphant journey back into Elden Ring. Meanwhile, Dr. Gameology finds himself engrossed in the mesmerizing worlds of Final Fantasy XVI and XIV, exploring their narratives and combat systems. We share our latest gaming escapades, ponder the potential launch of a video version on Patreon, and reflect on how these gaming experiences shape our journeys.Join...
2025-01-161h 00
Working Class NerdsEpisode 244: A Look Into The Future!Marcus, Nick and Atrax come together this week to discuss the games (and nerdy content) that they're most looking forward to in 2024! Stay until the end of the episode for a HUGE announcement regarding the future of the show! Enjoy! Join the Nerds Community Discord!https://discord.gg/78e5BUmXx8We’re on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/@workingclassnerdsCheck Out Our Streams!https://www.twitch.tv/Atrax_Ahttps://www.Kick.com/marcusb814
2024-05-071h 39Working Class NerdsEpisode 223: APAC Start with Keith KannegMarcus and Atrax have the privilege of sitting down with Executive Producer of Star Wars: The Old Republic. Keith Kanneg! This week the SWTOR team released a brand new Asia/Pacific (APAC) server. Some are calling it a fresh start server as character transfers are not allowed. We talk about its launch and the goals for the server! We also had our FAVORITE community manager Jackie on the show with us! Download SWTOR: https://www.swtor.com/game/downloadMarcusB814:Kick.com/marcusb814Twitch.tv/marcusb814Atrax: Twitch.tv/A_a...
2023-11-191h 10
Guardian Down Cast: A Destiny 2 Podcast"High Five!" ft MarcusB814Welcome to Guardian Down Cast: A Destiny Podcast...if you love to play the game Destiny 2, you've come to the right place. We're a couple of a gamer dads that have played Destiny since that Day 1 release back in 2014 and we're just as passionate about it today as we were back then. We share the stories of Destiny content creators and community members and also discuss key topics/news within the game and community. This week, we have MarcusB814 from the Working Class Nerds podcast and we all give our initial impressions of the new Season of th...
2022-12-123h 07
The Gaming PersonaGambling on Twitch & Playing Video GamesSend us a textThis week, The Gaming Persona reflects on the September 2022 policy update for Gambling on Twitch Streams. Dr. Gameology taps into his past as the Clinical Director for statewide gambling treatment in Florida to shed light on the ways this impacts people requiring treatment in order to search for a pathway back to being their best self.Support the showIf you would like to support the show and help us unlock additional possibilities for future episodes and projects, this can now be done through Patreon!You can...
2022-10-1058 min
The Gaming PersonaWe Did This Show For 2 Years!!Send us a textThe Live Stream Twitch Celebration of the Two Year Gaming Persona Anniversary occurred on September 14th. Join Dr. Gameology (Dr. Daniel Kaufmann), Jenny Lebron, and Gene Wong on a free flowing conversation looking back at Season 2 of the show, favorite moments, and hopes for the next season. Most of all, Continue the Journey! Thanks to all of our listeners and supporters. We could not have made the show what it has become without the support and interest from all of you. Gaming Library:Dead By Daylight, Final Fa...
2022-09-2753 min
The Gaming PersonaThe Psychology of Pokémon Is Out in the Wild!Send us a textDr. Gameology is joined by Jenny and Gene to discuss the growth of the show and the release of "The Psychology of Pokémon: The Power to Catch 'Em All." Dr. Daniel Kaufmann, the real life person behind Dr. Gameology, wrote Chapter 15 of this book, and is getting ready to talk about it at Orlando Nerd Nite. The Gaming Persona crew talks about different ins and outs of seeing the Pokémon party have an impact in daily life so we can all aim to be our very best!Gaming Library:
2022-09-1941 min
The Gaming PersonaFeeling Nostalgia in Our Video Games - Interview with Dr. Jamie MadiganSend us a textThe host of The Psychology of Video Games podcast - Dr. Jamie Madigan - joins the show this week to discuss one of the chapters from his book; Getting Gamers. This week, we dive into nostalgia, how games use it, when it works, and why it sometimes doesn't work as well. Gaming Library:Elden Ring, Star Wars: The Old Republic, Final Fantasy XIV Online, God of War / God of War: Ragnarok, Jedi: Fallen Order, The Last of Us: Part 1, Mario Kart 64, Rock Band, Resident Evil, Minecraft, Fortnite, Roblox, New S...
2022-09-121h 07
The Gaming PersonaAre Orcs Depicted in a Racist Way - Interview with Dr. Chris FergusonSend us a textThe Gaming Persona welcomes Dr. Chris Ferguson to the show! This week, we review one of his research studies which explored perceptions from players related to whether orcs are portrayed in a racist way in Dungeons and Dragons.Gaming Library:Elden Ring, Final Fantasy XIV Online, Pokémon, Dead By Daylight, Assassin's Creed, Star Wars: The Old Republic, Dungeons & Dragons, PathfinderSupport the showIf you would like to support the show and help us unlock additional possibilities for future episodes and projects, this can now b...
2022-09-051h 18
The Gaming PersonaQuitting Games Can Be a Good ThingSend us a textDr. Gameology and the Gaming Persona cast review games they have had to step away from. This difficult decision comes accompanied by research and player experiences from the entire group. This thoughtful discussion aims to bring gaming habits into a real-life context that helps to emphasize the value of knowing your in-game goals, and using play time as a way to help you move forward as your best self.Gaming Library:Live A Live, Assassin's Creed, Dead By Daylight, Star Wars: The Old Republic, Darkest Dungeon, Bioshock, Legend of Zelda: Twilig...
2022-08-2959 min
The Gaming PersonaDead By Daylight and Asymmetric MultiplayerSend us a textDr. Gameology has played Dead By Daylight for the first time. After an evening of getting chased down by Killers of all kinds, he reflects on the experience and discovers the research on this style of multiplayer. Spirited debate ensues on what winning and competition mean in the context of a game in this style. Gaming Library:Dead By Daylight, Borderlands, Oregon Trail, Among Us, Silent Hill, Resident Evil, Mortal Kombat 2Support the showIf you would like to support the show and help us unlock additio...
2022-08-221h 03
The Gaming PersonaVideo Games Do NOT Reduce WellbeingSend us a textThe Gaming Persona reviews a recent publication by Vuorre et al. (2022) which found no significant reduction in wellbeing due to gameplay patterns. Dr. Gameology talks with Jenny and Gene to uncover what it is about video games that works for their week, and what they pay attention to so they can stay on the right path.Gaming Library:Persona 5, Persona 3 Portable, Final Fantasy XIV Online, Star Wars: The Old Republic, Spiritfarer, Journey, Danganronpa , Candy Crush, World of Warcraft, Kingdom Hearts, Resident Evil, The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time
2022-08-1555 min
The Gaming PersonaStray - the Psychology of Playing a CatSend us a textThe Gaming Persona talks about Stray! This game has been sweeping across the gaming world as one of our first best opportunities to run around the post-apocalyptic streets as a cat. The charm and mental shifts of playing as a cat definitely have an impact on the player. The TGP hosts all review their interactions with animals in games, and reveal the specific ways animals are used to create the gaming experience.Gaming Library:Stray, Final Fantasy XIV Online, The Last Spell, Star Wars: The Old Republic, Prince of Persia...
2022-08-0857 min
The Gaming PersonaResident Evil and Survival HorrorSend us a textDr. Gameology reviews the Resident Evil franchise with Jenny and Gene. Research on problem solving and decision making is introduced to further the discussion of positive elements, even in games where players are running for their lives more than they are choosing to fight. Gaming Library:Resident Evil, 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim, Final Fantasy XIV Online, Nier: Automata, Phasmaphobia, Resident Evil 2, Resident Evil 3, Resident Evil Zero, Resident Evil 2 Remake, Fatal Frame, Resident Evil 5, Bioshock, Half-Life 2, Tetris, Dr. Mario, Medal of Honor, Everquest, World of Warcraft, Remission, Danganronpa, Assassin's Creed: Unity, God o...
2022-08-0157 min
The Gaming PersonaUnderstanding the Video Game GrindSend us a textDr. Gameology and Jenny review some of the games most notorious in the current gaming landscape for deploying grinding mechanics to extend gameplay interactions for their player base. The discussion extends to labeling different kinds of grinds, and each host shares their experiences being drawn in by these styles of game design.Gaming Library:Disgaea, Man of Medan, Until Dawn, Little Hope, Elden Ring, Sea of Thieves, Final Fantasy XIV Online, Nier: Automata, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Star Wars: The Old Republic, Valorant, Minecraft, Stardew Valley, League of Legends, Street Fighter 5, F...
2022-07-251h 01
The Gaming PersonaLife Skills We Learn In Video GamesSend us a textWe use so many life skills to conquer the many problems we face each day. Some of these skills are actually taught to us by video games. Each time we practice a new skill, we potentially level up in our abilities to handle new situations more effectively. This episode, The Gaming Persona welcomes in a new cohost to join the weekly discussion - Gene Wong! Now as a three person panel, the TGP hosts seek to expand the catalog of games and bring in new motivation perspectives to the ever expanding discussion of...
2022-07-181h 05
The Gaming PersonaPersona - The Psychology Of The Phantom ThievesSend us a textThe Persona games are a spin-off of the Shin Megami Tensei JRPG series, and this game centers on the Phantom Thieves. The games focus on the journey of these high school students as they use their personas, creatures born from their minds, to explore the depths of their psyches. Along the way, they must face their demons and prevent impending doom. While the tone of these games can be dark, they also contain plenty of humor and lighthearted moments. They create a perfect blend of anime storytelling with psychology approaching mythological styles of...
2022-07-1148 min
The Gaming PersonaNinja Player Types And Street FighterSend us a textNinjas prefer difficult challenges, but they also desire fast-paced decision making and competition. For them, video games are regarded as a testing ground for their abilities and intellect. In-game progression isn’t as important to ninjas as it is to most other player types. It is all about skill-based mastery, not in-game advancement. They're quick and nimble, and they like games that let them put their reflexes to the test. Games such as Street Fighter and League of Legends are perfect for the ninja player type. This episode of The Gaming Persona features Dr...
2022-07-0450 min
The Gaming PersonaThe Quarry - Player Choice & Games With Multiple EndingsSend us a textThe Quarry has been released this month! This decision-based video game with multiple endings features teenagers in a spooky campground trying to survive until the end of the night. Our guest host for the week, Gene Wong, joins Dr. Gameology to review some of their most memorable gaming memories with stories we play using our choices on the screen. Since Gene and Dr. Kaufmann have an extensive background in playing games together, they review how these games have given them goals to fulfill and leaderboards to climb. Player types continue to be a...
2022-06-271h 11
The Gaming PersonaBlack Mage Spells for Powerful Mental HealthSend us a textDr. Gameology and Jenny discuss some of the most powerful mental health spells they have learned form their time in Final Fantasy XIV Online. This episode shares a tribute specifically to the Black Mage class, and how the metaphorical lessons in how we play fit into our daily lives.Support the showIf you would like to support the show and help us unlock additional possibilities for future episodes and projects, this can now be done through Patreon!You can watch us play games LIVE and join...
2022-06-2051 min
The Gaming PersonaStreaming Games, Online Harassment & Mental Health With Dr. Michelle FynanSend us a textFemale gamers often report experiencing harassment during their times of playing video games online. For this episode, the Gaming Persona welcomes Dr. Michelle Fynan and her expertise on sex therapy issues to explore insights from recent research findings on why people watch streamers, and why it feels acceptable to behave poorly on the internet.Support the showIf you would like to support the show and help us unlock additional possibilities for future episodes and projects, this can now be done through Patreon!You can watch us...
2022-06-1359 min
The Gaming PersonaWelcome To The Psychology Of The Lands BetweenSend us a textThere is a new game in town, and this year, it has become one of the most popular games released so far. Elden Ring is a Souls Style game published by From Software that gives the players a vast open world, the opportunity to build characters of various classes, weapon choices, and stat selection, and an intense difficulty curve to master en route to becoming Elden Lord. In this episode, Dr. Gameology and Jenny welcome their friend Wes also known as Baron von Dank, from the Alea Iacta Est Guild (AIE) to talk...
2022-06-061h 08
The Gaming PersonaCouples Who Game Together In-Game Die (& Win) TogetherSend us a textCooperative gaming experiences for couples are extremely rare. One game that focuses on this experience is the local coop game, It Takes Two. It Takes Two was the winner of the Video Game Awards 2021 Game of the Year. The game features a married couple who are sucked into an imaginative and dangerous version of their own home life to battle the fears of their daughter who has just learned about her parents are getting a divorce. Every challenge in this game requires both players to wo...
2022-05-251h 03The Gaming PersonaMobile Games Are Video Games Too! How Games Can Affect Your Life In Positive WaysSend us a textDid you know that mobile games can help boost mental health? Dr. Gameology and Jenny review some of the mobile games they are currently playing. They give special mention Pokemon Go, Candy Crush, and other games that had a tremendous impact on mobile gaming. It’s interesting to dive into the psychological insights of the mobile gaming experience. Examples include the experiences of boredom, apathy, anxiety, and satisfying fulfillment in the way we connect with these games. Tune in to learn more!Support the showIf you would like to...
2022-05-2152 minThe Gaming PersonaArchetypes and Our Gaming HeroesSend us a textIn this episode, Dr. Gameology and Jenny review the concept of archetypes and apply them to characters from various video games. This Jungian concept has been applied to all forms of literature and media with characterizations of different heroic traits and personal aspirations. We start first with the psychological concept, and then move into video game centric perspectives on the research of gaming experiences. This conversation helps players notice deeper connections between themselves and the heroes they enjoy carrying through the conflict of their favorite gaming stories. We can always apply these ideas...
2022-05-1138 minThe Gaming PersonaIt's All About the Game & How You Play ItSend us a textFor this episode, Dr. Gameology and Jenny review the variables being measured by a different motivation scale used by psychologists to understand gaming motivations. Metaphorical connections are shared relating to how we play Elden Ring from a place of confidence or from a place of fear. A special mention goes out to the moment Doc recites the lyrics to Triple H's entrance theme and what it has meant to him as a wrestling fan and as a therapist all of these years.Finally, the episode reviews the World Health Organization diagnostic...
2022-05-031h 16The Gaming PersonaLife Satisfaction Scores and GamingSend us a textIn this episode, we review the Satisfaction with Life Scale and how we display our answers to the questions through the way we play (or think about) different kinds of video games.Support the showIf you would like to support the show and help us unlock additional possibilities for future episodes and projects, this can now be done through Patreon!You can watch us play games LIVE and join our communities to get more connection from every episode: DrGameology on Twitch - Continue the Journey...
2022-04-0856 minThe Gaming PersonaFinding the Right D.O.S.E of Happiness in GamingSend us a textDr. Gameology and Jenny talk about 4 different kinds of happiness chemicals and how each of them actually fit into the reward experience of playing video games.Support the showIf you would like to support the show and help us unlock additional possibilities for future episodes and projects, this can now be done through Patreon!You can watch us play games LIVE and join our communities to get more connection from every episode: DrGameology on Twitch - Continue the Journey LIVE in 2025!! MarcusB814 on YouTube...
2022-03-2557 minGuardian Down Cast: A Destiny 2 Podcast"#PushforPink" ft Working Class NerdsWe're two veteran Destiny gamer dads that love everything in the Destiny Universe and we talk about it...we also interview content creators and community members to hear their stories...this week, we interview NickVern51 and MarcusB814 as the two hosts of the Working Class Nerds Podcast...we had a great time hearing their stories. We also test their reflexes in our fast fire segment we call, the SpeedRun. We answer community questions and much more...don't forget the outtakes at the end of the show... Join us on Twitter... YouTube Channel Join up...
2022-03-213h 05
The Gaming PersonaRe-Enchanting Geekdom with @SuperPwrToolkitSend us a textThe Gaming Persona is joined by Elizabeth Sanchez Arvizu from psychologyforgeeks.com and @SuperPwrToolkit to explore her gaming motivation profile, how social media posts have become a form of self care, and the role of fandoms in positive mental health in people's lives.To find more of Elizabeth's work, visit:https://www.psychologyforgeeks.com/https://www.facebook.com/superpwrtoolkithttps://twitter.com/SuperpwrtoolkitSupport the showIf you would like to support the show and help us unlock additional possibilities for future episodes and p...
2022-03-0758 minThe Gaming PersonaGlaring Responsibly as a White Mage in FFXIVSend us a textDr. Gameology and Jenny reflect on their Ordinary World and share more concepts on Social Capital, delving into the mental health lessons we can absorb when playing healing classes such as the White Mage in Final Fantasy XIV Online.Support the showIf you would like to support the show and help us unlock additional possibilities for future episodes and projects, this can now be done through Patreon!You can watch us play games LIVE and join our communities to get more connection from every episode:...
2022-03-0150 minThe Gaming PersonaChores and Game StructuresSend us a textDr. Gameology & Jenny review several research publications to construct a conversation on how structural game characteristics determine how a player is going to play the game itself. Perhaps deep engagement in video games is more a manifestation of the player's drive for social capital, fulfilling the goals inherent in their personality, or other completely reasonable things. Continue the Journey friends!Support the showIf you would like to support the show and help us unlock additional possibilities for future episodes and projects, this can now be done through Patreon!
2022-02-2153 minThe Gaming PersonaOur Mental Health Flawless Victory with Mortal KombatSend us a textDr. Gameology and Jenny review their gaming session of Mortal Kombat 11 Ultimate and the tips they came away with for successful mental health planning from this game. Favorite characters, impact of the franchise on each of them from childhood until now, and the ability to course correct and learn from past errors all get time in the discussion to shine.Support the showIf you would like to support the show and help us unlock additional possibilities for future episodes and projects, this can now be done through Patreon!
2022-02-0743 minThe Gaming PersonaBeing A Guardian - Interview with Matt & Dr. Goku from Guardians Mental HealthSend us a textThe Gaming Persona welcomes 2 friends from Guardians Mental Health onto the show! This episode we explore the implications of Para-Social Relationships, the needs of streamers related to the mental health of themselves and their viewers, how to survive being a Blueberry, and how cool Destiny is!!Support the showIf you would like to support the show and help us unlock additional possibilities for future episodes and projects, this can now be done through Patreon!You can watch us play games LIVE and join our c...
2022-01-2146 minThe Gaming PersonaAvatar Relationships (Panel Preview for CFCC 2022)Send us a textDr. Gameology and Jenny shared a overview of their Ordinary World's and are getting ready for a panel on character creation and the Ideal Self at Central Florida Comic-Con. Together, they explore the 4 styles of avatar connection and form a personal hypothesis of which ones they subscribe to in their MMO gaming.Support the showIf you would like to support the show and help us unlock additional possibilities for future episodes and projects, this can now be done through Patreon!You can watch us play games...
2022-01-121h 13The Gaming PersonaTriple-Red Shell Life - Mental Health Tips from Mario KartSend us a textDr. Gameology and Jenny drift into the holiday season with a discussion of how hard Mario Kart can be on our goals to develop GRIT. If you want a mental health shortcut, the 7 Gaming Persona tips for positive mental health and grit from Mario Kart are provided in the Ascent segment. Have a great holiday everyone, and thanks for listening!Continue the Journey!!!Support the showIf you would like to support the show and help us unlock additional possibilities for future episodes and projects, this can...
2021-12-2750 minThe Gaming PersonaWhat the FFI (of Personality)Send us a textDr. Gameology and Jenny review their Ordinary Worlds, Disney weddings, and PAX Unplugged. We also take the time to complete the Five Factor Inventory and apply our results to the way we see life and play Final Fantasy XIV. Maybe Jenny will Tank and track down those Aether Currents now that we have data? Who knows? Thanks for listening, and Continue the Journey!Support the showIf you would like to support the show and help us unlock additional possibilities for future episodes and projects, this can n...
2021-12-181h 01The Gaming PersonaLast Night Before Endwalker Expansion (feat. Jessica)Send us a textThe Gaming Persona welcomes another INFJ to the show; our good friend for the past 20 years - Jessica!!! We review the experience of playing Final Fantasy XIV Online for the past year as a friend group, joining a guild, choosing our classes for leveling, and anticipating what comes next in the new iteration of the game.The Endwalker expansion fully released on 12/8/2021.Support the showIf you would like to support the show and help us unlock additional possibilities for future episodes and projects, this can now...
2021-12-091h 12The Gaming PersonaHow to Acrobat Across the Dark VoidSend us a textJenny reviews how Metroid Dread terrorized Dr. Gameology this week, and the TGP crew review a new research report from Newzoo. The focus on American vs. world preferences for gaming starts the show. The Road of Trials and Ascent focus on reviewing the Acrobat player type , and what it takes to enjoy being this style of player, and how it feels to play games built specifically for them when this is not your typical play style.Support the showIf you would like to support the show and help...
2021-12-021h 19Working Class NerdsEpisode 130: Marcus's Redemption LIVE!!!Marcus and Nick go LIVE on Twitch this episode, mainly motivated by Marcus's absence last episode- the two talk about Battlefield 2042's failure to launch, Halo Infinite, Spider-Man: No Way Home, and much MUCH more! Enjoy!Watch the Video on Demand at: http;//twitch.tv/MarcusB814
2021-11-241h 27The Gaming PersonaDr. Shane's Meme Life Podcasting HourSend us a textDr. Gameology and Jenny welcome Dr. Shane Tilton to the show to talk about Meme Life, his upcoming book and all the different layers of memetic communication. Other show topics included D&D, gaming, and Atari games and why we have ADHD, and more. Meme Life will be available in bookstores across the country and online starting on February 1, 2022.Support the showIf you would like to support the show and help us unlock additional possibilities for future episodes and projects, this can now be done through Pat...
2021-11-191h 18The Gaming PersonaThe Return for Dr. Csikszentmihalyi (1934-2021)Send us a textThe conversation this week focuses on the passing of Dr. Csikszentmihalyi during the first week of Dr. Gameology's study on Flow in FFXIV going live. Doc and Jenny hold a conversation about life and having an impact, and how meaning can come from the experiences we find in many activities, including video games.Support the showIf you would like to support the show and help us unlock additional possibilities for future episodes and projects, this can now be done through Patreon!You can watch us play...
2021-11-1156 minThe Gaming PersonaBeing the Light with MxietySend us a textThe Gaming Persona welcomes Mxiety to the show. As a Twitch partner and mental health advocate, Mxiety shares her perspective on video games, her community, her mission, and how she connects with some of her favorite games. Dr. Gameology and Jenny continue to review the importance of games and consideration of wellness principles in the way we engage our communities and our passions.Be sure to follow Mxiety at: https://www.twitch.tv/mxiety https://twitter.com/mxietyhttps://www.youtube.com/c/MxietySupport the s...
2021-10-261h 18The Gaming PersonaFlow Part II - The AssessmentSend us a textDr. Gameology and Jenny talk about Flow again, this time breaking down the Dispositional Flow Scale and what is experienced in different games and life activities where flow is possible. This conversation leads into mastery, control, and why it is important for us to care about feedback and to have autotelic experiences. Support the showIf you would like to support the show and help us unlock additional possibilities for future episodes and projects, this can now be done through Patreon!You can watch us play games L...
2021-10-191h 03The Gaming PersonaBeing a Therapeutic Geek with Founder Anthony BeanSend us a textDr. Gameology and Jenny welcome Dr. Anthony Bean, psychologist and founder of Geek Therapeutics, to the show! This episode reveals we found another INTJ who loves psychology and video games, and explores many of the offerings GT has for many different types of people who enjoy games, fun, and general geek happenings in life. Support the showIf you would like to support the show and help us unlock additional possibilities for future episodes and projects, this can now be done through Patreon!You can watch us p...
2021-10-071h 24The Gaming PersonaDiscussing Online Toxicity (and Other Things) with Dr. Diez-MorelSend us a textDr. Gameology and Jenny welcome another INTJ (by night) to the show to discuss gaming research and insights related to online toxicity and other important ideas - Dr. Stephanie Diez-Morel! This episode explores how important it is to finish the Water Temple, and what it takes to support others, and why some people may not think that is their responsibility.Support the showIf you would like to support the show and help us unlock additional possibilities for future episodes and projects, this can now be done through Patreon!
2021-09-261h 34The Gaming PersonaLive Show - We Did This 1 YearSend us a textDr. Gameology and Jenny recorded their first live show on the Dr. Gameology Twitch channel. This discussion provides a reflective overview of what the show has done, recent interviews, favorite episodes, and doors video games and the desire to talk about them have opened. It also is a display of community with chat interaction and showing how friendships can have amazing and fun things to do together in the world of video games.Support the showIf you would like to support the show and help us unlock additional...
2021-09-171h 26The Gaming PersonaFlavor Text - Adam Hates Blue MagicSend us a textThe Gaming Persona welcomes another friend to join the show. Adam Hill is a clinician who uses Magic: The Gathering as a pathway to mental health goals such as self-esteem boosting and problem solving. Dr. Gameology and Jenny explore the various types of cards, their applications, and what all of this might mean in the context of helping people understand how they play the game, life, and everything else.Support the showIf you would like to support the show and help us unlock additional possibilities for future episodes...
2021-09-121h 11Working Class NerdsEpisode 120: Blue Collar DorksMarcus and Nick are SOLO, and it's ALL SIDEBARS, ALL EPISODE!! Enjoy the chaos!You can find more of Marcus at: http://twitch.tv/MarcusB814You can find more of Marcus at: http://twitch.tv/NickVern51
2021-09-031h 16The Gaming PersonaResearching a Working Class NerdSend us a textNick Vern from Working Class Nerds podcast hangs out with Dr. Gameology and Jenny to review gaming motivation, personality types, and how games fit into the life of a Clinical Research Assistant. From INTJ to Horizon Zero Dawn, story to rapid pick up and play, we cover it all as one more friend of the show shares how they continue the journey!Support the showIf you would like to support the show and help us unlock additional possibilities for future episodes and projects, this can now be done...
2021-08-281h 20The Gaming PersonaAvatar Gender & Gamer Motivation - Interview with Nick YeeSend us a textA New Traveler Approaches on Our Journey! Dr. Gameology and Jenny welcome their first ever guest to the show... Nick Yee from Quantic Foundry! Nick Yee joins the show to talk about his Gaming Persona, his journey towards becoming a game motivation researcher, and the recent blog post with findings concerning why some people prefer different gender selections in games featuring character creation.Gaming profiles as discussed on the show can be completed at https://quanticfoundry.com/.Support the showIf you would like to...
2021-08-201h 25The Gaming PersonaRandom Topic Generator (part II)Send us a textDr. Gameology and Jenny let the forces of the game-i-verse bring the topics to them. Randomness ensues and Jenny engages in some delusions of grandeur over her Luck stat. Reviewing the bigger takeaways doing 40 episodes of a podcast and approaching the 1 year anniversary also becomes a big part of the conversation this time around.Support the showIf you would like to support the show and help us unlock additional possibilities for future episodes and projects, this can now be done through Patreon!You can watch us...
2021-08-1359 minThe Gaming PersonaNPC's and CompanionsSend us a textDr. Gameology reviews the various reasons people interact with companion and non-playable characters the way they do. Jenny and Doc both review various game experiences that shaped the way they see the importance of these mechanics in creating game memories. Academic topics explore virtual empathy and bot technology. Support the showIf you would like to support the show and help us unlock additional possibilities for future episodes and projects, this can now be done through Patreon!You can watch us play games LIVE and join our c...
2021-07-301h 07The Gaming PersonaThe Show Reaches a New LevelSend us a textDr. Gameology and Jenny talk about selecting classes in RPG games and how leveling them creates an important part of the game playing process. The episode includes experiences from Final Fantasy XIV, Star Wars: The Old Republic, and a few other RPG style games.Support the showIf you would like to support the show and help us unlock additional possibilities for future episodes and projects, this can now be done through Patreon!You can watch us play games LIVE and join our communities to get more...
2021-07-151h 02The Gaming PersonaDiscord Brings Us TogetherSend us a textFor this episode, Dr. Gameology and Jenny explore the use of discord to build gaming communities in parallel with the play of games. Additional concepts include player optimal distinctiveness and the influence of factions on gamer beliefs.Support the showIf you would like to support the show and help us unlock additional possibilities for future episodes and projects, this can now be done through Patreon!You can watch us play games LIVE and join our communities to get more connection from every episode: DrGameology on...
2021-07-061h 15The Gaming PersonaOpen Worlds and Doomed ChickensSend us a textDr. Gameology and Jenny share their experiences with open world and creator mode games. This episode strikes a balance between both hosts game experiences across the decades of gaming and how games look now. Research on Just Cause 2 from the early 2010's highlights how open world formats categorize players by behavior profiles and then games can be constructed to have specific appeal and shelf life.Support the showIf you would like to support the show and help us unlock additional possibilities for future episodes and projects, this can...
2021-06-181h 15The Gaming PersonaFiero & ProductivitySend us a textDr. Gameology and Jenny review fiero as a concept to explain the burst of joy during the deepest accomplishments game and life have to offer. This is then applied to multiple contexts in life from work to productivity, along with what type of player type we might be across our holistic range of experiences.Support the showIf you would like to support the show and help us unlock additional possibilities for future episodes and projects, this can now be done through Patreon!You can watch us...
2021-06-0858 minThe Gaming PersonaFun Failure is Taught Better in GamesSend us a textDr. Gameology and Jenny review a TED Talk about the "Super Mario Effect" and relate this to how games encourage a trial and error style of growth in many instances while society focuses on penalties and negative labels. Support the showIf you would like to support the show and help us unlock additional possibilities for future episodes and projects, this can now be done through Patreon!You can watch us play games LIVE and join our communities to get more connection from every episode: DrGameology o...
2021-06-011h 03The Gaming PersonaThere is an Imposter Among UsSend us a textDr. Gameology and Jenny discuss imposter syndrome as it pertains to games and life. The idea was sparked as both of them took it upon themselves to be healers in Final Fantasy XIV Online, but multiple real life experiences are explored as well from work to academia to clinical training. Support the showIf you would like to support the show and help us unlock additional possibilities for future episodes and projects, this can now be done through Patreon!You can watch us play games LIVE and j...
2021-05-191h 07The Gaming PersonaHealth Focus for Apps & GamesSend us a textDr. Gameology and Jenny enter into a discussion on a few ways video games encourage health, wellness, and personal growth. Sincere coverage of addiction topics is included at the beginning of the episode as well. Games mentioned included Betwixt, Duet, Habitica, and a handful of others used for fitness, mindfulness, and task completion.Support the showIf you would like to support the show and help us unlock additional possibilities for future episodes and projects, this can now be done through Patreon!You can watch us play...
2021-05-131h 10The Gaming PersonaMay the Fourth & Video GamesSend us a textDr. Gameology and Jenny review the impact of Star Wars AND Video Games on their life. This special episode focuses on how May the Fourth has become a part of societal awareness and opens up the door for amazing video game memories for game players across the world.Support the showIf you would like to support the show and help us unlock additional possibilities for future episodes and projects, this can now be done through Patreon!You can watch us play games LIVE and join our...
2021-05-051h 03The Gaming PersonaQuick-Time Events Ruined Our WeekendSend us a textDr. Gameology and Jenny finished the Erica game with disappointing results. The focus of the podcast explores the ins and outs of quick-time events as a form of gameplay and how these games are structured to form memorable experiences for those who play them. The Doctor and Jenny hope this episode resolves itself better for everyone involved than their game did this week.Support the showIf you would like to support the show and help us unlock additional possibilities for future episodes and projects, this can now be...
2021-04-291h 06The Gaming PersonaBard Talk BreakdownSend us a textDr. Gameology and Jenny add another player type to the podcast convo, and this time it is The Bard type. A discussion of how players can create music (or mayhem with instruments) is explored as Doc and Jenny realize the last few types are not them at all. In the Ordinary World, Doc finally hit level 80 in FF XIV, and the shenanigans with that accomplishment are thoroughly enjoyed with the podcast family!Support the showIf you would like to support the show and help us unlock a...
2021-04-2357 minThe Gaming PersonaPhoto Modes & Intrinsic GardenersSend us a textOn this episode, Jenny and Dr. Gameology talk about photo modes in video games and explore the trail of topics that get tied into them. Jenny shares some insights from her gaming and professional motivations, and Doc follows along with his stories of games he played a long time ago such as Pokémon Snap, The Last of Us (1 and 2), Kingdom Hearts, and others.Support the showIf you would like to support the show and help us unlock additional possibilities for future episodes and projects, this can now b...
2021-04-141h 07The Gaming PersonaThe Journey PlaythroughSend us a textDr. Gameology shares the video footage of his stream from the Geek Therapeutics Journey presentation with Jenny so she can [finally] see what this game is. This episode features the unrehearsed commentary of two friends watching a game stream together and exploring the connections between games, myth, movies, and personal meaning.Support the showIf you would like to support the show and help us unlock additional possibilities for future episodes and projects, this can now be done through Patreon!You can watch us play games LIVE...
2021-03-201h 28The Gaming PersonaGames & Our MeaningSend us a textDr. Gameology and Jenny come back into the conversation to explore how games reflect our meaning in life (and how they could help us find it). This is a starter conversation which directly connects with a recent webinar Dr. Gameology taught entitled "The Quest for Meaning: The Therapeutic Parallels of Journey."Support the showIf you would like to support the show and help us unlock additional possibilities for future episodes and projects, this can now be done through Patreon!You can watch us play games LIVE...
2021-03-131h 03The Gaming PersonaFinding Time for Work & GamesSend us a textDr. Gameology and Jenny talk about their iTunes review which spirals into a winding diatribe against how America and the World seem to view the importance (or unimportance) of play in the psyche of the person.Support the showIf you would like to support the show and help us unlock additional possibilities for future episodes and projects, this can now be done through Patreon!You can watch us play games LIVE and join our communities to get more connection from every episode: DrGameology on Twitch...
2021-02-2744 minThe Gaming PersonaOur Games Are ExpandingSend us a textDr. Gameology and Jenny explore the concept of game expansions and how these have (and will) impact the way games have felt to them in the past. Exciting events are coming up for Doc in and outside of the game worlds and the hosts explore those in-depth as well. Final Fantasy: Endwalker, SWTOR, and D&D all have time to shine alongside more Motivation / Online Games Research. Support the showIf you would like to support the show and help us unlock additional possibilities for future episodes and projects, t...
2021-02-181h 01The Gaming PersonaVaccines for VillainsSend us a textDr. Gameology and Jenny come through during a tough week to discuss D&D alignment and psychological benefits. This leads to the discussion of whether video game villains would deserve a vaccine for a life-threatening virus. Both hosts encourage everyone to wrestle with concepts of good and evil, but ultimately hope the conclusion of this chat landed on a humanistic note. Know your alignment, care about others, and Continue the Journey!Support the showIf you would like to support the show and help us unlock additional possibilities for...
2021-02-1254 minThe Gaming PersonaRandom Topic GeneratorSend us a textDr. Gameology and Jenny have no plan in this episode except to answer the call, acknowledge the road of trials, ascend then return. The topics are random and we explore a heavy dose of Reddit / Wallstreetbets and gambling in video games. Gambling addiction is a serious mental health issue, and while there are some light-hearted comments in the episode bordering on humor, the information about gambling addiction and recovery is shared seriously. Thanks everyone, and Continue the Journey!Support the showIf you would like to support the show...
2021-02-0546 minThe Gaming PersonaDiscovery MotivationSend us a textDr. Gameology and returning co-host Jenny review a type of motivation they do not often tap into: Discovery Motivation! The exploration of maps and enjoyment of the games scenery and secrets can be enjoyable if you stop fighting everything to take notice. Player types from a 2020 GDC report are reviewed as the framework for play styles in the ensuing conversation.Support the showIf you would like to support the show and help us unlock additional possibilities for future episodes and projects, this can now be done through Patreon!
2021-01-271h 00The Gaming PersonaGame Friends Becoming True FriendsSend us a textFor the Gaming Persona this week, Dr. Gameology and first time guest Marcus from Working Class Nerds podcast discuss the development of their friendship over the last two years. Research support includes exploration of casual gaming friendships and how these can transition into mutually supportive friendships that extend beyond gaming. Support the showIf you would like to support the show and help us unlock additional possibilities for future episodes and projects, this can now be done through Patreon!You can watch us play games LIVE and j...
2021-01-201h 10The Gaming PersonaThe Podcasters Share Their JourneySend us a textDr. Gameology and Jenny review how the framework of the monomyth can be used to connect with our own human timelines to develop courage to "Cross the Threshold." Special attention is given to the Sith Warrior class story from Star Wars: The Old Republic and then a specific lesson from the game Journey developed by Thatgamecompany and Santa Monica Studio.Continue the JourneySupport the showIf you would like to support the show and help us unlock additional possibilities for future episodes and projects, this can...
2021-01-131h 08Working Class NerdsEpisode 92: Welcome to the Kymerian Family!Marcus and Nick sit down with The Kymeri! Kymeri is a Twitch streamer who specializes in Star Wars videogame content (specifically SWTOR's PVP). They talk about the new High Republic books and comics, and a whole lot about Kymeri's rise to Twitch steaming success!You can find Kymeri at: https://www.twitch.tv/thekymeriYou can find Marcus at: https://www.twitch.tv/marcusb814
2021-01-081h 40The Gaming PersonaGames Are The Hero's JourneySend us a textThe Hero's Journey as the Monomyth discovered by Joseph Campbell is a pathway to helping narratives in our fiction speak to the deeper calling of our being to be unique and find our purpose. Dr. Gameology and Jenny use this episode to explain why the Hero's Journey became the foundation of The Gaming Persona podcast as they apply the basic structure of the journey to four video games: Kingdom Hearts, The Last of Us, Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic, and The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time.Support the...
2021-01-061h 15The Gaming PersonaThe Gaming Persona Review of 2020Send us a textDr. Gameology and Jenny are in a much different spot at the end of 2020 than they were at the beginning. They take the time this episode to review the ins and outs of how this year changed their lives, created the show, and started the conversation of "who we become when we play games."Support the showIf you would like to support the show and help us unlock additional possibilities for future episodes and projects, this can now be done through Patreon!You can watch us...
2020-12-301h 00The Gaming PersonaCrossing the Threshold of Final Fantasy 14Send us a textJenny has created a character in Final Fantasy XIV, and so they have a new virtual world to reflect on the psychology of playing games together. Research findings are connected to the process of creating a character, gender-swapping in MMO games, and coming to appreciate the structures in a game that make the play engaging and facilitate connectedness between gamers and their communities.Support the showIf you would like to support the show and help us unlock additional possibilities for future episodes and projects, this can now be...
2020-12-2356 minThe Gaming PersonaGames & AwardsSend us a textDr. Gameology and Jenny talk about the Video Game Awards and some of the winners from categories that captured their thoughts this week. A conversation about mental health resources for game players is included, and at the 48 minute point Jenny remembers that she won an award (so please be happy for her on Facebook and Instagram). Continue the Journey!!Support the showIf you would like to support the show and help us unlock additional possibilities for future episodes and projects, this can now be done through P...
2020-12-1852 minThe Gaming PersonaWe Tip Our Hats to Character CreationSend us a textDr. Gameology and Jenny played a game together this week, and then decided to talk about character creation. The gender, look, behaviors, and types of in-game challenges a character is created for were discussed alongside the Five-Factor Inventory for more personality context. This conversation explores why we cannot wear Christmas Bell or Wizard Nazi hats on our in-game and physical world characters. As a result, a basic connection to fandom moralities also makes an appearance. Support the showIf you would like to support the show and help us un...
2020-12-101h 02The Gaming PersonaPersonality and Video GamesSend us a textDr. Gameology and Jenny explore the research study (FINALLY) that completed Doc's terminal degree which focused on the use of the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator to identify significant changes in a person's motivation areas for MMO style games. Several of the specific personality types receive direct discussion across the episode, but with more room to continue connecting the ideas to future gaming topics.Support the showIf you would like to support the show and help us unlock additional possibilities for future episodes and projects, this can now be done...
2020-12-031h 05The Gaming PersonaMotivation & Board GamesSend us a textThe topic this week is Board Games! Dr. Gameology and Jenny start to explore the psychological underpinnings of playing board games as a form of wonder and entertainment. The Road of Trials segment has the hosts take the Board Game Motivation Questionnaire found at quanticfoundry.com together, and they take the time to share their connection with most of the motivations as they respond to the Likert scale question format. Research on board games and DND are connected to the activity as it unfolds.Motivation Profile can be taken for free...
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