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Perxudres PodcastPerxudres Podcast#34. Xatirayên Komando Recep, Sazê Selahattin Demirtaş û Mirina Mustafa KemalJi rêberên milîyetcîyên Tirk, Recep Alyamaç di xatirayên xwe yên Dîyarbekirî de ser sekn û sîyaseta bajêr rengekî dûrî dengên salên 2000î raber dike. Alyamaç yê bi leqeba Komando Recep dibêje Dîyarbekir piştî çêbûna cumhurîyetê heta salên 1970î jî merkezeke senteza Tirk-Îslamê bû û hizûr dida dora xwe. Bo wê hizûrê îspat bike, Alyamaç yê ku dibêje ew Kurmancî û Zazakî jî zane, balê dikişîne ser zimanê stranên dewra gêncîya wî. Li gor xatirayên Alyamaç, di wan salan têrhizûr de li qehwe û li def û dawetên Dîyarbekir pi...2022-11-1003 minIndie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.How to Humanize Your Studio and Set Player Expectations with Astrid RosemarinAs a studio, having processes for how you communicate with your audience is always important. However, sometimes how we communicate with players can come off as unauthentic or at a frequency that is just isn’t humanly possible and can set unrealistic expectations.  That’s why Astrid Rosemarin of New World Interactive joins us today to share her thoughts on how her team approaches the concept of “humanizing” the studio and how doing so can help realign player expectations for your games…and possibly the industry as a whole. 2022-11-0158 minIndie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Ep 284 - Keeping Control of Your Community with Sarah Makdad PART 2This is PART 2 of Keeping Control of Your Community: Maintaining a Mental Healthy Community Lots of time when we talk about the health of our community, we think about this in a very general sense.  However, looking at your community from the perspective of your, your team’s and even your fan's mental health can make all the difference in how you’re able to maintain and control your community.  Thankfully, in the second part of our Keeping Control of your Community miniseries, Sarah Makdad shares ways to cope, understand and manage your mental health and others to help ensure your c...2022-10-181h 02Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Ep 283 - Keeping Control of Your Community with Sarah Makdad PART 1This is PART 1 of Keeping Control of Your Community: Approaching and Adapting to Communities. Whether you’re marketing your first or fiftieth game, it can be a challenge knowing how to approach and adapt your community to any kind of shift or direction your studio takes with future titles. And depending on how drastic that shift may be, it can get pretty scary.  Thankfully, Sarah Makdad of Triband is here to share with us the challenges studios can face when taking their brand and future games in a new direction and how to make sure your existing community doesn’t get l...2022-10-041h 15Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Ep 282 - Creating Opportunities By Maximizing Your Time with Tim BeaudetWhen we think of creating opportunities for our games, we often don’t realize or consider how time is actually a key factor in how opportunities present themselves. So when processes aren’t established or adapted to maximize time efficiency, it can be very difficult to identify opportunities or ways to avoid costly risks. Thankfully, Tim Beaudet of Tyre Bytes shares how his mindset and processes help him avoid risks and take advantage of opportunities just by being mindful of his time costs.2022-09-2058 minIndie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Ep 281 - How to Avoid Getting Too Tactical with Patrick SeibertTactics and knowing what steps are needed to market your game are essential for any effective strategy, however, lots of times as game creators we can get lost in the details making it a challenge to pull ourselves away to get a clearer perspective on how to reach our destination and goals.  That’s why Patrick Seibert of Too Indie to Fail is with us today to share why tactics aren’t everything and how thinking about bigger-picture strategies and being adaptable can help you get results while avoiding the tactic trap. 2022-09-0642 minIndie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Ep 280 - Getting Creative with Your Strategy with Joe HensonWe all know the importance of developing a marketing strategy for your game and the idea of leveraging strategies that worked for other successful games can be tempting. However, doing this can potentially limit how you stand out, making it even more of a challenge to market your game.  Thankfully, Joe Henson of Indie Game Joe joins us today to share how his journey and processes help him look at things differently so he can think outside of any shape and come up with creative strategies that stand out.  2022-08-231h 05Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Ep 279 - Getting Impressive Results from Tools and Resources with Ashley GwinnellThere are tons of resources and tools out there that can help us do everything from create processes, reduce friction and better understand our marketing efforts.  Despite this, we can still get caught focusing on too many details these resources provide, making it a challenge to know how to best leverage them.  Thankfully Ashley Gwinnel of impress.games shares his game dev and tool creation experience to provide great insight on how to get impressive results with your marketing campaigns.2022-08-0951 minIndie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Ep 278 - Using Data to Create Impactful Influencer Campaigns with Xavier ConstantinWe all know the importance influencers play in creating awareness for games, but despite this many people don’t always know exactly what information can be helpful to better tailor their campaigns or even help with other marketing efforts.  That’s why we’re talking with Xavier Constantin of Streamforge to discuss the importance data play in influencer campaigns and how that information can be applied to have a greater impact on your results. 2022-07-261h 02Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Ep 277 - Getting Audiences Excited Using Fanfiction with Joanna KelerThere are lots of ways developers and studios can get their audiences excited for the game their developing, however, there are few methods that can really get the player completely engaged and ingrained with the game well before they play.  That's why our guest today, Joanna Keler of Klabater is going to share her experience with fan fiction and how the impact it creates for audiences is beneficial for the developers and players.  2022-07-121h 07Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Ep. 276 - The Opportunities and Challenges of Blockchain Games with Luke WillisThe idea of providing players with a more immersive in-game experience and beyond is always enticing for players and studios. One way that this can be accomplished is with blockchain games.  Today, Luke Willis, a blockchain game consultant calls out the bad reputation blockchain games have and shares his take on how a shift in thinking can provide new ethical opportunities for players and studios. However, these new gains aren’t without their challenges.2022-06-2852 minIndie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Ep 275 - Why You Should Consider Other Games as CompetitionWhile a lot of us in the dev and gaming community might not like the idea of being competitive with each other. The reality of it is, that we’re still in a competitive market.  Knowing this, I thought it would be worth sharing some of my thoughts as to why having a mindset of being competitive can help you think in different ways to stand out more, while still improving yourself and being creative in finding ways to improve results for you and others.2022-06-1445 minIndie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Ep 274 - How to Create Steam Events with Janek KrasoczkoDiscoverability is a huge factor when trying to get players to know more about your game and most of us know Steam events can be a big factor in this.  However, the number of events you’re generally able to attend can be limiting thus reducing your exposure.  Thankfully, we have Janek of Frogsong Studios to explain how you can create your own opportunities and set up your own Steam-themed events to help maximize your discoverability on Steam. 2022-05-311h 01EifelpodcastEifelpodcast42 Eifelpodcast - Der Detze rockt! Mit Martin GeisenDas Dörfchen Rengen in der Nähe von Daun hat nicht einmal 500 Einwohner. Trotzdem findet dort seit zehn Jahren einmal im Jahr eines der renommiertesten Metallfestivals Europas statt. Der Detze rockt!Organisiert wird das Festival von Beginn an von einer Gruppe von Freunden. Trotzdem kommen Bands und Fans aus der ganzen Welt, um auf dem Sportplatz in Rengen gemeinsam zu feiern. Martin Geisen ist einer der Organisatoren und zudem Schauspieler am Theater Trier. Ich wollte von ihm wissen, was das Geheimnis des Festivals ist. https://www.derdetzerockt.de...2022-05-1930 minIndie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Ep 273 - How Core Mechanics Can Make a Marketable GameLots of times when we start thinking about the marketability of a game, we can get caught up in so many details that we often forget one of the main elements that require the most attention. And that’s the core mechanic.  Today Mustapha and I discuss how the core mechanics of the game not only help build the foundation of the game but help define the player’s experience while making it into a marketable product and address the challenges you may face if this doesn’t happen.  2022-05-1748 minIndie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Acting on Data Insights and Attribution with Oscar HogervorstWhen you’re marketing your game, there’s lots of information you’ll need to process and understand in order to make the right decisions. However, sometimes it can be a challenge to know what information will help you achieve your main objectives. Thankfully, Oscar Horgervorst of Steam Data Suite shares the importance of how understanding insights and properly attributing the information to results can lead you to make the right decisions for your game’s sales and marketing efforts.2022-05-031h 01Heftreng - Voice of AmericaHeftreng - Voice of AmericaBernama Nû ya 7Reng - April 24, 2022Bernam 7Reng hemî rengên çand û hunera Kurdan û Cîhanê pêşkeş dike û ji bajarê Hesekê bi Nivîskar û Folklornasê hêja Salihê Heydo re dest bi gera nav baxçê çand û hunera rengîn dike2022-04-2428 minIndie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.How to Tackle TikTok with Eylul OzekesWhenever there is a relatively new and different platform that game studios aren’t familiar with, it can be a very daunting task to create a presence, let alone one that will generate results. And for many, that’s TikTok. But despite its differences, TikTok is proving to be an effective platform for creating awareness and results. Thankfully Eylul of Sarepta Studio is here to share her experience with the platform and help navigate its nuances so you have a better idea of how to tackle TikTok.2022-04-191h 09Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Why Communication Matters : My GDC in ReviewIn light of getting back from GDC recently, I figured I would take a moment to share my experience of the conference and the main takeaways I gathered from being a speaker at the event and the common theme I found that seems on top of devs and other businesses minds.2022-04-0544 minIndie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Identifying Key Elements to a Successful GameAs I prepared for GDC, there was a reddit post that I wanted to call out to about a developer that made $700,000 within the first 4 months of launching their game. I found this interesting so I just wanted to share my own thoughts on what they did, how their game marketing contributed to their and how can this be applied to your own games. 2022-03-2227 minIndie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Creating Self-Sustainable Communities with Sam GreszesWe all understand the importance a community can have for studios and devs, however, it can still be challenging to maintain and the idea of reaching a point where a community is self-sustaining may seem unlikely. Thankfully, Sam Greszes of Vicarious PR shares his expertise and experience managing all aspects of social media while focusing on sustainable community growth.2022-03-081h 10Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Are you learning fast enough from your marketing?While a majority of us know the importance of , sometimes how fast you can learn from your marketing efforts is just as if not more important than doing the marketing itself.   In today’s discussion, I share the importance of why you should take a fast approach with your marketing and ways to go about doing it so you can learn quickly and save yourself from potentially costly mistakes down the road.2022-02-2249 minIndie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Ep 266 - Knowing your pain points and solutions with Mike GambleLet’s face it, we all have our pain points especially when it comes to indie game marketing. Often times identifying these pain points can be a challenge and working through them can quickly become overwhelming. Thankfully, our guest Mike Gamble of Talenthouse Media Foundry shares his thoughts on these important topics to better identify what areas need attention and determine the right solutions to take action with.2022-02-0840 minIndie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Ep 265 - How to create impactful trailers with Derek LieuOut of all the content game devs create for their indie game marketing, making a trailer is one of the best ways to tell a story and communicate their game. While effective, making game trailers can be challenging especially when finding ways to create impact for players.   Luckily, we’re discussing this with Derek Lieu, an industry game trailer veteran about his experiences on how game trailers can not only set expectations but resonate and create impact for players.2022-01-2555 minIndie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Marketing - A guide on Standing Out - Part 2Here's Part 2, a continuation of the last episode that talks about indie game marketing. In this part, we focus on other marketing strategies that can help amplify the top methods discussed in part one.  For some, this will serve as a great reference you can pull lots of value from, and for others, it will be a thorough, high-level helpful guide as you embark on your indie game marketing journey. Regardless of your level or where you are on this journey, the strategies discussed here are sure to have you stand out for this year, and many to come! 2022-01-1845 minIndie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Ep 264 - Indie Game Marketing: A guide on Standing Out Part 1I wanted to take a different approach with this episode by sharing a recently published guide of mine covering the key areas of indie game marketing.  For some, this will serve as a great reference you can pull lots of value from, and for others, it will be a thorough, high-level helpful guide as you embark on your indie game marketing journey. Regardless of your level or where you are on this journey, the strategies discussed here are sure to have you stand out for this year, and many to come! 2022-01-181h 07Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.End of Year Special - Best Moments of IGM 2021We decided it would be great to look back and reflect on our past episodes of 2021 and showcase the moments that resonated with us the most. While all episodes of 2021 are great, we thought these moments would be some of the most impactful ones to apply to the new year! A special thanks to Mustapha for putting this together! 2021-12-2838 minThe Wrestling DiariesThe Wrestling DiariesTheWrestling Diaries #73 with Dr. Mohan RengenDoctor Mohan Rengen joins us on this episode! We discuss Halloween festivities and then dive into cancel culture and the sensitivities of the newer generations in society. Dr. Rengen as a gastroenterologist speaks on his medical practice and his affinity and passion for holistic health care as well, and pursuing a mission and career in medical cannabis (marijuana). We cover more topics on: divorce, broken families, children, romance, and living life with integrity. Please give it a listen. “Unlike a lot of people, I don't feel powerless. I know I can do something. But anyone can do something, it's not ab...2021-11-021h 09Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.End of Year Update - A Short HiatusWhile it was a bit challenging to make this decision, Mustapha and I are taking a short hiatus to focus our efforts on other projects we have going on for the end of the year. In light of that, we briefly discuss the importance of taking time for yourself to tackle your own projects and even to unplug a bit, plans we have for the other year, and when you can expect us to be back in full force again!   2021-10-2655 minIndie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.How to Nail Effective Team Building with Nicolas HafnerWhen it comes to building a team for your indie game studio, people usually focus on the work needed to finish the project. While that’s important, knowing and understanding how to build a healthy team from the beginning is essential to greater productivity and a healthy work culture.  Thankfully Nicolas Hafner of ShinMera shares his experience and methods he uses to build an effective team that promotes active communication and a clear vision so they can work seamlessly together. 2021-10-081h 15Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.How to Gamify Your Marketing Using Different Assets with Shawn FrenchGamifying your marketing is one of many ways to increase engagement for your audience, but people usually don’t think about how this can be done using different products. That’s why today we have Shawn French of HyperKinetic Studios to discuss how he took their game and adapted it to a comic, providing two stand alone products that organically cross-promote each other, creating a super value packed experience for both players and readers. 2021-09-281h 16Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.How to Crush Your Steam Marketing With Bruno LavernyKnowing the right actions to take can be a little daunting when it comes to promoting your game on Steam prior to launch. There’s a lot of different paths to take, and not all are created equal making this a challenge for any dev.  Thankfully, Bruno Laverny of Ishtar Games shows how his team navigated these questions through coming up with a simple plan and breaking things down so they could meet their goals and crush their steam marketing. 2021-09-151h 15Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.How to Quit Your Job and Go Full Time Dev with Bruno BonbardiQuitting your job to go full-time dev can be a well...frightening thought. There’s a lot to consider but most importantly, is it the right move to make, and what’s the best way to go about making that commitment? Thankfully our guest Bruno Bonbardi has gone through this process twice and shares his reasons, how prepared he was and other considerations to be mindful of when you’re ready to quit your job and go full-time dev!2021-08-3144 minUniradio Informa Baja CaliforniaUniradio Informa Baja CaliforniaEntrevista con el Ing. Oscar Scolari, Director General de Rengen Energy Solutions.Hoy en #Noticias7AM, entrevistamos al Director General de Rengen Energy Solutions, el Ing. Oscar Scolari, quien nos explica cómo esta la situación energética en la nueva normalidad, los retos y nuevos paradigmas a los que se enfrente esta industria. 2021-08-1911 minIndie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.How Indie Devs Can Clarify Their MessagingWhen you start sharing your game with the world, everything you do from then on deals with messaging. While you may have a good idea of what your studio and game are, sometimes how you convey that to others isn’t in the clearest or concise way. That’s why Mustapha and I are here to help discuss how important it is to clarify your messaging and some tips on ways you can do that, so when you start promoting your game, people have a clear idea of exactly what to expect from you.2021-08-171h 01Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Understanding How Your Price Can Affect Player BehaviorWe have discussed numerous times on the show that understanding player behavior and your audience is so important when it comes to marketing your game, but one thing we don’t think about much is how people react when money is involved.  Understanding how price can change how people act can be a very daunting challenge, but knowing a little bit more about how it plays in someone’s decision to purchase your game can make a huge difference.2021-08-0344 minIndie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.How to Get Music You and Your Audience Wants with Dakota SauveFinding a musician to compose your game music can be a task in itself, but understanding the process and communicating your vision can be more challenging than any dev would expect. That’s why we have Dakota Suave with us today, to share his insights to help us navigate the music composition process so you can have something you love and your audience wants!2021-07-201h 01Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.How to Approach Ads for Your Indie Game and BeyondMaking any type of investment in your indie game is a big decision, especially when considering paid advertising. While there can be some risk involved with ads, there’s also a lot that can be gained, even outside of the results you get from running your campaign. That’s why today I’m going to discuss the right way to approach ads and how doing so will help you with all of your marketing efforts.2021-07-061h 17Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Major Events and What They Mean for Indie DevsOut of all the different ways that games can get attention, the method that has stood the longest has been events. While major events like E3 started with different intentions compared to today, it’s a telling sign how the event landscape has shifted for numerous reasons, but one being the continued growth of indie games. Discussing everything from changing times, format, and delivery of these events, Mustapha and I talk about the impact major events have had but more importantly ways to view and approach them as an opportunity to stand out.2021-06-2246 minIndie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Going Full Time Dev with Thomas BrushIf there is one common dream that most indie devs share, it’s probably to be able to make indie games full time. But with such a goal there lies great challenges and what may seem like a daunting objective.  Thankfully, Thomas Brush of Atmos games shares his journey and experience on how he achieved this very goal while providing insight and tips on how to gain the confidence and freedom that every indie dev is looking for.2021-06-0855 minIndie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.How to Market To Cultural Audiences with Osama DoriasSome people may think that marketing to cultural audiences only involves partnerships and localizing your game. But to really cater and serve that audience, it starts with having a core understanding and how to best represent those people.  That’s why today Osama Dorias shares his experiences and understanding of global gaming culture and how applying empathy and taking certain approaches can create numerous opportunities while better serving your audience.2021-05-2555 minIndie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.A Special Announcement - IGM V2.0Since the show’s inception, Indie Game Movement has come a long way. What started out as a means to offer clear insight around topics that needed further attention has developed into a platform that supports and educates a thriving community. In today’s episode, we share our experience so far, what the progress was like and how we have decided to take that and make things more fun and helpful in a special announcement!2021-05-1151 minIndie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.How to Find Your Ideal PlayerSo I can’t think of how many times we have discussed or at least mentioned the importance of knowing your audience, but never took the time to really dig deep and explain what exactly that entails or how to really know what is going on in your ideal player’s head.  So that’s why Mustapha and I wanted to dive deep in this conversation to explain the reasoning behind this, what the process entails, and ultimately determine where exactly you can find your ideal player.2021-04-2743 minIndie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.How to Create an Engaging Player Journey with Ziv RavivCreating a funnel isn’t necessarily a huge challenge, but creating one that isn’t mindful of your player’s journey will likely not provide you the results or the community you’re looking for. There are lots of ways to do this, but one of the best ways to develop and maintain a relationship with your fans is to understand their needs, provide value and engage with them through email marketing. That’s why today we have Ziv Raviv of Daily Cookie to share his expertise on how to build an email list and develop effective email marketing strategies designed t...2021-04-131h 06Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.How to Nail Publisher Negotiations with Tim BenderDepending on your goals and resources, sometimes your best bet is getting a publisher. After initial talks, once you receive an offer there can be a lot of unknowns especially when it comes to fully understanding how certain agreements can dictate your future. That's why today we have Tim Bender of Hooded Horse Games to share what to look out for and how to approach negotiations so you can be prepared and get the most out of your publishing agreement.2021-03-301h 06Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Taking an Iron Strong Approach to Marketing with Joe WintersTrying to create awareness for your game is always an uphill battle for indie devs, especially when it comes to identifying your audience and how to approach them. But even when you figure those steps out, it’s a challenge to determine the best ways to build upon and improve those efforts.   That’s why we’ve invited Joe Winters, creator of Song of Iron to share his insights on how he found the right audience while taking a genuine approach to his marketing, creating an amazing impact for the community and his game.2021-03-1659 minIndie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.How to Consistently Maintain Quality with Supergiant GamesSupergiant Games has been praised for having a consistent and quality signature across their vast array of games. From the initial concept to communication and gameplay, we want to discuss their standard of quality, and how the ideas behind some of these games grow to become a completely immersive experience.2021-03-021h 37Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Future Planning Part 2: Involving Collaborators as a Smaller DevIn a previous episode, Mustapha and I shared our own insight into the importance of future planning but we wanted to dive further into this theme from the perspective of an established developer. So in future planning part two, Chevy Ray of Happy Ray Games, the developer of Ikenfelll shares what it’s like being a smaller dev, the importance of maintaining a clear vision and how having the right collaborative team can make an impact on your project’s final result.2021-02-161h 10Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Leveraging Self-Optimization as an Indie DevWe’ve finally made it to 2021 and I thought it would be fun to switch things up for this episode to share some resources and strategies we’ve used that have really helped us see things in a different light and help us with projects and all facets of life. The goal of this episode is to share some examples, experiences, and resources that can help motivate you and provide a newfound source of energy to help you grow and gain better results with your projects and beyond.2021-02-0248 minIndie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.How to Execute Killah Crowdfunding - Part 2Hindsight is always 20/20, but knowing how to look at things and apply your learnings is more important than just acknowledging them, especially when it comes to crowdfunding campaigns. That’s why in today’s episode we meet again with Mikhail of Mythallica Incorporated in part 2 of episode 137 - How to Execute a “Killah” Crowdfunding Campaign to get further insight on how to approach and apply learnings, maximize their impact, and that you should always expect….the unexpected.2021-01-1942 minIndie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.End of Year SpecialNot going to lie, it’s been a difficult year, but despite the turbulence and uncertainty that has impacted the industry, Mustapha and I can confidently say that Indie Games as a whole has taken this as an opportunity to shine brighter and be a beacon of hope in our creative medium. With that said, we wanted to celebrate this by putting together an end of the year special by having a relaxed structure compared to previous episodes where we put together a small panel of past guests to reflect on this year’s events and how they bring us clos...2020-12-221h 19Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.How to Leverage the Dev CommunityWhen it comes to devs supporting the indie dev community, sometimes people can feel that doing so can be counter-intuitive and be viewed as a way to support your competition. In today’s episode, our guest Chris Zukowski of Howtomarketyourgame gives their reasons why this couldn’t be further from the truth by providing great examples of how devs have leveraged their community to gain valuable insight and create powerful opportunities that they wouldn’t have been able to do alone.2020-12-0851 minAGUAS PROFUNDASAGUAS PROFUNDASOscar Scolari, CEO de Rengen Energy SolutionsLa mejor opción que se tiene en el gobierno es entender que el sector privado es un buen socio de la CFE y de Pemex; a pesar de la crisis, hay formar de conseguir inversión de los grandes fondos internacionales, dice Oscar Scolari, CEO de Rengen Energy Solutions. Por lo pronto, advierte que el sistema eléctrico mexicano está con una reserva técnica de apenas 6% y la posibilidad de que haya apagones en el verano del 2021 es muy grande.2020-12-0834 minIndie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.How to Market Your Game After LaunchYou’ve finally made it! You worked long and hard, your game is hitting the market at last and you’re getting ready for all of that public reception. But just because your game is out and the end of this journey is in sight doesn’t mean you should stop your marketing efforts. Thankfully, Tanya X Short of Kitfox Games has been in this scenario multiple times with their own titles in addition to titles they’ve published, providing valuable insight not only why you should continue to market your released games but also ways to maintain that marketing momentum2020-11-2448 minIndie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.The Importance of Future PlanningFor most indie devs working on a game, it’s probably safe to say that their number one priority is focusing on the game. But while it’s good to be driven to complete tasks it’s also important to dedicate some of that time to reflect and plan ahead. That’s why today Mustapha and I discuss the importance of evaluation, projection and execution so you can be better positioned to not only hit your goals but potentially exceed them and be ready for anything that gets thrown in your way.2020-11-1049 minIndie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.How to Execute a "Killa" Crowdfunding CampaignPreparation and execution are everything when it comes to running an effective crowdfunding campaign, but very rarely do we ever get the opportunity to have a first-hand account from someone who is right in the heat of the moment. Thankfully, Mikhail Sebastian of Mythallica Inc is willing to share everything with us in a two-part episode, starting with their process of planning a non-conventional crowdfunding campaign right to the moment during the middle of it all. Between sharing their experiences to date and the emotions that come with it, our guest is able to provide a fresh take on what...2020-10-271h 15Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.The Importance of Business Relationships and PartnershipsWe often discuss the balance of business and creativity in the indie games space, and one area that can sometimes be overlooked is the business development side of the industry. Building and maintaining relationships is essential but sometimes it can be a challenge to really know and understand how to do that, while also being comfortable with it. That’s why in today’s episode David Logan of Akupara Games shares not only the importance of building and maintaining those relationships but also methods on how to be impactful and stand out to others, giving you a great advantage.2020-10-1357 minIndie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.How to Focus on Values While Leading OthersWhen making your game, sometimes it can be difficult to focus on anything else. But if your plan is to release your game, then you also need to focus on your business values and how those can carry over to the gaming community and beyond. That’s why our guests today, brother team Khalil and Ahmed from Decoy Games talk about how their focus of developing core values and serving others was a means that led to the success of their first game and able to lead various communities.2020-09-2952 minIndie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.How to Transition into Becoming a PublisherWhen indie devs decide that they want to make games, in most cases when thinking about publishing, it’s along the lines of partnering with one. However, there’s a trend going on where many developers are becoming publishers. For some that may consider this, transitioning into this role can seem daunting despite the opportunities it can provide. That’s why IGM podcast veteran Neal Lorenza, shares his history, process, and reasoning for making this transition and why for some, the benefits can be rewarding on various levels.2020-09-151h 09Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.How to Stand Out in a Digital LandscapeSince the pandemic has forced many to rely on digital events and other online formats and means of communication, in a lot of ways the indie game industry was already there. While some new trends have emerged, it still goes to show that knowing how to stand out in this digital landscape is extremely important. That’s why Chris Wulf of Those Awesome Guys is going to share his experience and insight on how to navigate this landscape, what to expect and what you always need to do to stand out to others, regardless of what the future has in st...2020-09-011h 02Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.How to Provide Value to Your Communities and BeyondFinding ways to provide value to communities can be a challenge, especially when your attention and focus is more around the development of your game or studio. While this is important, looking outward and providing value to other communities can provide valuable insight and opportunities you never thought possible. Today, Mustapha and I will be discussing different types of communities that devs can help enrich while building the integrity and authority of their brand. Love the content? Want to get more out of it? Then support us on2020-09-0147 minIwwer Bierg an DallIwwer Bierg an DallGeneral Patton Memorial MuseumOffiziell, 1995 inauguréiert, weist den General Patton Memorial Musem wichteg Archiven, déi iwwer  Bicher a Publikatiounen, Dokumenter a Fotoen den zweete Weltkrich an d'Befreiung zu Lëtzebuerg thematiséieren. 650 m2 verdeelt iwwer 4 Stäck sinn e rengen Hommage un de Genreool George S. Patton deem seng 80t Infanterie de 25ten Dezember 1944 Ettelbréck befreit huet.2020-08-2906 minIndie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.How to Serve Your Audience with the Right IntentWhenever you market or promote your game, it can become a little weird. Putting yourself out there and calling attention to your game can come off self-serving. Feeling this way is normal, but you should never let it hinder you from getting the word out about your game. Today, Mustapha and I will be discussing the problems that a lot of devs face in addressing these issues by changing your mindset and understanding what you’re doing is really serving your audience. Love the content? Want to get more out of it? Then support us on2020-08-0439 minIndie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.How to Navigate the Publishing LandscapeEventually, the game you’re making will be released. But before you get there, you need to make some important decisions to help clarify your vision, understand what you need and areas you should focus on regardless if you plan to self-publish or partner with a publisher.  That’s why our guest today is going to share how to navigate the publishing landscape so you can be on top of your game as you get ready to launch.2020-07-211h 12Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.How to Build Media RelationshipsWhen it comes to reaching out to the media, forming relationships is absolutely essential. Whether or not you’re able to hire a PR firm, not building relationships and understanding how your public image can impact others can make getting media coverage a greater challenge. Thankfully, Chris Compendio shares how they have established relationships with indie devs and relation figures, providing an insider’s perspective on the best ways to build relationships with the media. Want to get more out of IGM? Support us on2020-07-071h 05Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Mistakes to Avoid While Building a Strong FoundationCreating a strong marketing and business foundation can always be difficult to navigate. With so many moving parts, it’s easy to let things fall through the cracks which in turn can leave you under-prepared and overwhelmed, In this episode, Mustapha and Andrew discuss some of the mistakes that people can make when developing their games and what solutions can be used to help you establish a strong foundation and be completely prepared when you’re ready to self-publish or work with a publisher.2020-06-3056 minIndieGameBusiness®IndieGameBusiness®Building a pre-release community for your indie game with Andrew PappasAndrew from Rengen Marketing and the Indie Game Movement podcast joins us to talk about building your fan base prior to publishing.    You can check out Andrew's podcast at indiegamemovement.com Also find out more about Andrew and what he does at rengenmarketing.com  Follow his Twitters: twitter.com/_andrewpappas twitter.com/IGMPodcast    To learn more about the show or our online business matchmaking events for indie developers visit: http://indiegame.business  Indie Game Business is produced by The Powell Group:  http://powellgroupconsulting.com  Watch the official...2020-06-261h 27Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.The Inclusion Conversation and Where to BeginGiven current events or any future events, we know that there’s always a boiling point when conversations of diversity in all spaces are left unchecked. In games in particular, there tends to be a lot of confusion around the correct approach to building an inclusive environment within your game, your communities, and your approach to marketing. This is really important because what you do and how you say things can impact others without even realizing it. With our guest Victoria Tran of Kitfox Games, we’re going to dig in and approach the challenging topic of inclusion as it pert...2020-06-1645 minHealth Sovereign PodcastHealth Sovereign PodcastEvil Lilly and House of Cards PoliticsMedical Monopoly Musings #40 - Evil Lilly “One of the most evil pharma corporations in the world, Eli Lilly & Company. You may have heard of them. They’re evil. And I can say that because I was part of the evil.” - Dr. John Rengen Virapen who worked 35 years for Eli Lilly in many positions including as an executive. Should we believe a man who perpetrated such evil and later grew a conscious? Well, we don’t have to rely just on his words… Lilly has come under fire for their blockbuster drug, Proz...2020-06-1016 minIndie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Update Episode - New and Exciting Things Happening!Mustapha and Andrew share some new and exciting changes we have in store for the podcast and our listeners! You can now support IGM on our Patreon page!  Share your marketing and business stories with us and the community! As always, thanks for being such great listeners and taking action!    2020-06-0932 minIndie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.How to Take the Right Approach with PRAt some point, indie devs are going to need to take action with their PR but it can often be a challenge. Writing only press releases isn’t enough to get the attention of the press, and simply asking for coverage isn’t going to work either. Thankfully Yohann Miniere shares his expertise and experiences on how indie devs can be creative in their approach so their next PR campaign can create awareness and strengthen their brand.2020-05-2657 minIndie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.How to Keep Your Community HealthyThe steps to creating a community can be a challenge in itself, but community management can be something completely different. While there are some great perks that come with a community, there can also be some potential pitfalls that can lead to disgruntled community members.   Thankfully Jenny Windom of Rose City Games is able to shed some light on how to address situations that may arise and ways to circumvent or resolve conflict surrounding difficult community members.2020-05-1351 minIndie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.How Indie Devs Can Create Awareness with TwitterCreating awareness for your game and building a community will always be a challenge for indie devs. There are lots of ways to do this, but one that a lot of devs seem to gravitate to is Twitter. While organic reach on Twitter is strong, it can still be a challenge to develop effective awareness strategies that convert into a community while still working on your game. That’s why Niclas Marie is going to share his methods and tips on how you can ramp up your Twitter presence and still be able to focus on development.2020-04-2849 minThe Kurdish EditionThe Kurdish EditionNusxeya Kurdî 3: Hevpeyvîn digel Ibrahim KeivoEv beşa sêyemîn a podcasta Nusxeya Kurdî - نوسخەی کوردی ye. Di vê beşê de, Tofan Sonbul bi Ibrahim Keivo ra li ser Komkujîya Ermenan, Fermana Êzidîyan, Çarşema Sor, bêrikirina wî ya welatî, çîroka malbatê û jiyana wî ya hunerê axivî. Nîsan hem meha komkujîya Ermenîyan e hem jî meha Çarşema Sor a Êzidîyan e. Hem Komkujîya Ermenan hem jî ola Êzdayetîyê tesîreke zêde li ser Keivo û hunera wî kirine. Hunermend Keivo stranên xwe bi pênc zimanan –Ermenkî, Kurdî, Sûryanî, Erebî û Aşûrî– distrîne û bi pênc enstrûmanan –bozuq, tembûr, ûd, cimbiş, kemençe– lê d...2020-04-241h 46The Kurdish EditionThe Kurdish EditionNusxeya Kurdî 3: Hevpeyvîn digel Ibrahim KeivoEv beşa sêyemîn a podcasta Nusxeya Kurdî - نوسخەی کوردی ye. Di vê beşê de, Tofan Sonbul bi Ibrahim Keivo ra li ser Komkujîya Ermenan, Fermana Êzidîyan, Çarşema Sor, bêrikirina wî ya welatî, çîroka malbatê û jiyana wî ya hunerê axivî. Nîsan hem meha komkujîya Ermenîyan e hem jî meha Çarşema Sor a Êzidîyan e. Hem Komkujîya Ermenan hem jî ola Êzdayetîyê tesîreke zêde li ser Keivo û hunera wî kirine. Hunermend Keivo stranên xwe bi pênc zimanan –Ermenkî, Kurdî, Sûryanî, Erebî û Aşûrî– distrîne û bi pênc enstrûmanan –bozuq, tembûr, ûd, cimbiş, kemençe– lê d...2020-04-241h 46The Kurdish EditionThe Kurdish EditionNusxeya Kurdî 3: Hevpeyvîn digel Ibrahim KeivoEv beşa sêyemîn a podcasta Nusxeya Kurdî - نوسخەی کوردی ye. Di vê beşê de, Tofan Sonbul bi Ibrahim Keivo ra li ser Komkujîya Ermenan, Fermana Êzidîyan, Çarşema Sor, bêrikirina wî ya welatî, çîroka malbatê û jiyana wî ya hunerê axivî. Nîsan hem meha komkujîya Ermenîyan e hem jî meha Çarşema Sor a Êzidîyan e. Hem Komkujîya Ermenan hem jî ola Êzdayetîyê tesîreke zêde li ser Keivo û hunera wî kirine. Hunermend Keivo stranên xwe bi pênc zimanan –Ermenkî, Kurdî, Sûryanî, Erebî û Aşûrî– distrîne û bi pênc enstrûmanan –bozuq, tembûr, ûd, cimbiş, kemençe– lê d...2020-04-241h 46Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.The Dos and Don'ts of Indie Game CrowdfundingKickstarter has become a household name for the up and comers and those who support them. But with everything that Kickstarter has to offer for game creators, it can still be a challenge to navigate the crowdfunding landscape, trying to raise funds and build a community. Thankfully we're going to speak with Anya Combs who is the director of games outreach from Kickstarter to get a better perspective of how Kickstarter works while discussing some great tips and tricks to make a game stand out, and some things to avoid. Shownotes: https://www.rengenmarketing.com/1222020-04-1543 minIndie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.How Indie Devs Can Build their Business with the Right Mindset.During the pre-dev and early stages of development, there is a lot that indie devs need to focus on and be aware of outside of making their game. That also means a lot of distractions can arise, making it a challenge to keep a pulse on the market and build their brand. That’s why our guest Mike Mony of Cathar games will be sharing how indie devs can identify objectives, create goals and establish a strong foundation in the early stages of their business, so they have the right mindset and course to follow. The Q-Box Round Answers! Star Wa...2020-03-291h 02Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.EP 120 PAX EAST BONUS - Level Up Your Conversation: A guide to marketing yourselfWhether you’re a cosplayer, a developer, or simply attending for fun, conventions like PAX can provide huge networking opportunities for all attendees. Despite this, the thought of networking for personal or professional purposes can deter people from making the most out of their experience. We’ll discuss what it means to market yourself, how to get out of your comfort zone and provide actionable tips that can be used immediately to maximize your experience at PAX and beyond! RESOURCES Want the presentation deck that goes with this discussion? Sign up for it by clicking !  PANELISTS Andrew Pappas - Founder, RenGe...2020-03-141h 03Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.How Indie Devs Can Improve Project ManagementThere’s a lot of things that indie devs need to focus on during development, but sometimes there can be so much that it can often be difficult to determine what needs attention and what doesn’t.  Thankfully, our guest today provides us with some helpful concepts, ideas and strategies on how to better implement production management regardless if you’re a solo dev or working at a small studio.2020-02-2555 minIndie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.How Indie Devs Can Understand and Influence Consumer BehaviorThe marketing of indie games must always be consumer-focused, ensuring that your product fulfills a need and relevant place in a gamer’s collection. However, it can be difficult to determine what a customer really wants. Thankfully, we have Chris Zukowski with us today to share a recent study he’s finished about user behavior and provides insights on how indie devs can better influence that behavior which ultimately leads to sales.2020-01-2148 minIndie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indies Breaking Out, New Platforms and the Year in ReviewIt's another year and Andrew, Mustapha and Justin have a relaxed conversation and review the past 12 months. Discussing everything from how indie devs are standing out more to the new platforms we have seen introduced, overall it was a good year and great things to look forward to. 2019-12-2458 minIndie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Ep 116 - How Indie Devs Can Use Paid AdvertisingAndrew Pappas serves as your guest as he is interviewed by Simon Bailey, one of the team members of The Business of Indie Games, a virtual summit that happens annually and is scheduled for Dec 9 - 13, 2019.  In this episode, we debunk some of the myths of paid advertising, dive deep into strategies and how data collected can be applied to other marketing efforts used to promote your indie game. 2019-11-261h 21Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Ep 115 - How Indie Devs Can Market an Alternative GameThe Game Bakers have an incredibly diverse catalog of games, and they do a really good job of marketing them while avoiding giving too much away. In doing so, they show how it has become a pretty interesting artform.  We’re going to dive in further with how this works for them, what type of promotional materials they reveal prior to and after launch and understand their process better right here on Indie Game Movement.2019-10-1849 minIndie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.114 - When Should Indie Devs Create a CompanyIt’s a big question we all face at one point or another. When does an indie dev get to the point where they should seriously consider taking it to the next step and form their own company. Starting any kind of side venture, it may be a big step but it doesn’t mean you shouldn’t take things seriously. At the very least, having some idea of what you want to do is important.  In this episode, Mustapha and I share our own personal experiences with forming our own companies, what the procedure was like for us and what we...2019-08-2756 minIndie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Ep 113 - What Indie Devs Should Make Out of Big EventsThere are a lot of big events game industry events out there that indie devs are involved in, whether it’s PAX, E3, MAGFest, GDC or any other event. Regardless, with all of the events out there we understand that there are a lot of things people can be doing to make the most out of those events. In this episode, Mustapha and Andrew discuss how to make the most out of big events and offer some quick tips regardless if you’re an attendee, exhibitor or just following the event.2019-06-2746 minIndie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Ep 112 - When Indie Devs Should Lawyer UpOut of the gate, indie devs are faced with a bunch of challenges from coming up with the concept of their game to...well frankly everything else. Of course, it’s hard to be on top of everything, but there are just some areas devs really can’t afford to skip. Specifically, that’s legal matters.  It might not seem like it matters much, but there is nothing worse than stepping into a legal mess that could have been avoided. Thankfully, Zachary Rich of Press Start Legal is here to talk with us about when is the right time to conside...2019-05-2356 minIndie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.How Indie Devs can Build a Thriving CommunityIf there’s one thing that indie devs should know they need, it’s having a thriving community. But building a community and supportive fan base is no simple task and not knowing what steps to take can easily make the challenge of building one overwhelming. Thankfully, Rami Ismail of Vlambeer is willing to offer his experience with creating communities and how they not only play a role to Vlambeer’s success but how his process and mission has had a positive impact on the gaming community as a whole.2019-04-261h 18Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Ep 111 - The PAX East Indie Dev Round UpIn this episode, Mustapha and I decide to change things up a bit by rounding up several indie devs that were exhibiting their games at PAX East. Our mission was to find out what marketing challenges they faced and what they were doing to overcome them.   2019-04-251h 17Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Ep 109 - How Indie Devs can make their Kickstarter Stand OutWith so many games and other businesses resorting to crowdfunding as a means to finish their project, it’s always difficult for games to stand out among so many distractions. While it’s always a challenge to figure out ways to have your Kickstarter Campaign stand out,  Neal Laurenza of Skymap Games shares how their campaign was able to deliver a greasy punch through the clutter and reach their funding goal.2019-02-1240 minIndie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Ep 108 - Should Indie Devs Discount Their Game?This episode we're going to do things a little differently and change things up a bit. In light of the holiday season, we thought it would be great to get the team back together share what they have been doing but more importantly discuss whether or not indie devs should discount their game. Andrew, Dicky, Justin and Mustapha are your hosts, and while they all bring up some interesting points...we really only just scratch the surface. We hope you enjoy!2018-12-1036 minIndie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.How to Use Game Design and Appeal with MarketingWhenever indie devs are making a game, style and design usually plays a huge role from inception to launch. With so much focus on appeal, often times indie devs forget how they can leverage this key element with their marketing efforts. Keeping this concept in mind, Tanya X Short of Kitfox Games shares how essential a game’s style is to marketing and what to consider when dealing with very diverse style types.2018-11-1242 minIndie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Ep 106 - How to Grow and Learn Fast as an Indie DevIf there is at least one thing that any indie dev wants, it's probably to grow fast. However, growing fast still comes with many risks and challenges. Knowing what to do (and not to do) can save time, money and frustration, but sometimes you just got to plow through the obstacles ahead to learn what you need to get the game completed. This is nothing new for Dave Oshry of New Blood Interactive, as he shares the risks he took and the experiences he learned from to get his games to market in a reasonable time frame.2018-07-2057 minIndie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Ep. 105 - How to Stand Out as an Indie DevNo matter what indie devs do to try and stand out, it’s always going to be a struggle. Whether you need funding, are trying to break through the advertising clutter or simply just want a sustainable living, it’s always going to be an uphill battle. Thankfully, Meredith Hall of Ultimerse can relate to a lot of this and shares what strategies and tricks she has learned to make great strides and stand out as a slightly bigger, colorful fish….in a big pond.  2018-06-211h 07Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Ep 104 - Where to Start Indie Game MarketingAs much as we wish marketing didn’t demand a lot of time and effort, that still doesn’t mean it should be neglected.  Logan Williams of IndieWolverine shares several marketing tips that any indie or solo dev should start with and be able to implement in small, actionable steps and see results.2018-04-291h 17Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Ep 103 - How to Make a Kickstarter ComebackCrowdfunding is one avenue that indie devs and many others always look to in hopes of getting the funds they need which will take their project to the next level. But one thing that always looms over projects is the possibility of failure. We’re here with Kunal of SWDTech Games to talk about how their first Kickstarter campaign for their game Pixel Noir failed and how they made the ultimate comeback the second time around and fund their game. That discussion and more as Indie Game Movement talks about the marketing and business of indie games.2018-03-3141 minIndie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Ep 102 - Being Perseptive of Your Game's MessagingIndie devs may know the ins and outs of their game, but it doesn’t necessarily mean they know how their messaging is being interpreted by players. Bill Gardner of The Deep End Games shares his journey and the lessons learned from his first game Perception and how important it is to really know your messaging when it comes to marketing your game.2018-02-1141 minIndie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Ep 101 - Taking 6 Years to Make a GameBeing a hobby or indie dev is hard, but having a simplified, easy to follow process in place can make the world of a difference. Corey Selover and Jeremie Duval of Happy Rock Studios share their story as hobby devs working through a six year stretch to finish first game and the valuable processes they learned along the way. 2018-01-2252 minIndie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.Ep 100 - A Brief Intro to Indie Game MovementAndrew, Dicky and Justin briefly introduce themselves while going over why they started the podcast and what topics they look forward to discussing in future episodes of Indie Game Movement. 2018-01-2104 minConspiraciones Y Noticias ActualesConspiraciones Y Noticias ActualesFarmafia: Entrevista Exclusiva al Dr. John VirapenFarmafia: Entrevista Exclusiva al Dr. John Virapen Mas info: http://conspiracionesynoticiasactuales.blogspot.mx/ ¿Sabías que… •¿Las compañías farmacéuticas invierten más de 35.000 Euros (arriba de $50.000 dólares) por médico cada año para lograr que receten sus productos? •¿La industria farmacéutica le “paga” o soborna a más del 75 por ciento de los científicos principales en el campo de la medicina? •¿En algunos casos, la corrupción prevaleció en la aprobación y la comercialización de ciertos medicamentos? •¿Las enfermedades son inventadas por la industria farmacéutica y puestas en el mercado para específicamente realzar las ventas...2016-03-022h 35