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The Esports EditionStorytelling and Sports: Narratives & Microtransactions in Gaming & EsportsSend us a textThis week on The Esports Edition, Mohawk College Esports Administration Coordinator Andrew Fedurko is joined by Taylor Crook and Harrison Myers for a wide-ranging conversation that bridges fantasy storytelling, esports content, and the evolution of sports video games.Taylor Crook is a fantasy novelist and member of the Mohawk Student Association. His published work Path of the Eternal Sun and his current project Ashes of the Ascended on Substack reflect his deep world-building style and indie publishing approach. We talk with Taylor about how narrative shapes competitive gaming, the importance of...
2025-06-0554 min
Careers in EsportsMeet an Esports Chief Executive Officer! Featuring Philip Macartney, CEO and Founder of Loadscreen.ggBuilding a Global Esports Media Brand with Philip Macartney | Careers in EsportsIn this episode, Rich and Peter from the USAEL sit down with Philip Macartney, CEO and Founder of Loadscreen.gg — a global media agency specializing in broadcast production, talent management, and influencer marketing within the esports space.Philip shares his journey through the esports industry, from leading business and marketing efforts at Elo Hell Esports, to serving as Sr. Commercial Manager at The Esports Awards, and founding Enclave Gaming. Now at the helm of Loadscreen, Philip offers a deep dive into what it ta...
2025-05-2129 minThe Esports EditionBreaking the Game: Big Money Local Events and a Youth Esports AcademySend us a textThe Gamebreakers are back! In this episode, Andrew welcomes returning guests David Finlay and Mary-Lynn Brownlee to dive into some massive announcements shaking up the local esports scene.WDBA 3x3 Championship & Street Fighter 6 Tournament Happening August 29–31, this multi-day community event features a $50,000 FIBA 3x3 basketball tournament at T.B. McQuesten Park, and a $10,000 Street Fighter 6 esports tournament hosted at Mohawk College. 🔗 Event Info & Registration: WDBA 3x3 ChampionshipGTA 6: Delay, Trailer Drop, & Our Hot Takes...
2025-05-1255 minThe Esports EditionCollegiate Esports Deep Dive: Part 2 - Program Powerplays & Student VoicesSend us a textIn Part 2 of our deep dive into collegiate esports, Andrew Fedurko, Program Coordinator of Esports Administration at Mohawk College is joined by Harrison Myers, a first-year Mohawk Esports student, to provide a student perspective on the state of collegiate esports in Ontario and beyond. Together, they explore how programs are designed, the impacts on students depending on whether institutions prioritize academics, competition, or both, and why building strong campus communities still matters in either approach.Key topics include:The importance of maintaining a “student-athlete” mindset in collegiate esports. The vital role...
2025-04-2659 minThe Esports EditionCollegiate Esports Deep Dive: Part 1 - Setting the StageSend us a textIn Part 1 of our deep dive into collegiate esports, we explore the evolving divide between academic and competitive varsity programs. What do investors and industry leaders really think of the collegiate esports model, and is it sustainable in today’s economic climate? We break down how academic institutions are navigating esports integration, course design, and employable skills, and why they should be borrowing lessons from traditional sports and student-athlete funding structures.We also hit the gas with Mario Kart World updates, dissecting the character customization buzz, the new Rainbow Road, and wh...
2025-04-2255 minThe Esports EditionWelcome to The Esports EditionSend us a text In our debut episode of The Esports Edition, we introduce the world’s first live FM esports business podcast, airing weekly on INDI 101-5 FM. Meet our hosts as we dive into the growth of esports, its crossover with the sports entertainment industry, and why Mohawk College is leading the charge in esports education.
2025-03-0659 min
Careers in EsportsMeet a Collegiate Esports Director! Featuring Ahman Green Director of Esports at University of Nebraska-LincolnExploring Collegiate and Coaching Career Pathways in Esports with Ahman Green | Careers in EsportsIn this episode, Rich and Peter from the USAEL talk with Ahman Green, an all-pro running back, podcast host, gamer, and educator. As the Director of Esports at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and the host of Ahman Green’s Gamers Lounge, Ahman's work lies at the intersection of esports, education, and entertainment. Ahman reflects on his journey from the Pro Bowl to the Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame to being an esports lecturer, host, commentator, and head coach of collegiate esports programs. ...
2025-02-051h 05
Esports Insider PodcastHow is Esports Commercialised? | The Industry Podcast | IMGHow do esports stakeholders make money? What types of deals are currently being utilised in the industry? And how does the commercial sector of esports differ from traditional sports?
On this week's The Industry Podcast, Esports Insider's Tom Daniels speaks to IMG's Head of Esports & Gaming, Joe Jenkins, about the commercial side of esports. What are some of the main revenue drivers from a commercial standpoint? How can tournaments utilise media rights? And what are some of the commercial trends in esports?
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2024-10-1830 min
Esports Insider PodcastBreaking Down the Portuguese Esports Ecosystem | The Industry PodcastIn this episode of The Industry Podcast, Gonçalo Louro, Content Manager for RTP Arena, discusses the esports ecosystem in Portugal, the power of local esports broadcasts and Esports Insider hosting an event in the country.
Taking place at the MEO Arena, ESI Lisbon is a major esports B2B conference that takes place September 24th-25th. The event brings together prominent stakeholders in esports, video games, and the creator economy to discuss valuable topics and network.
Tickets are still available now: https://esportsinsider.com/events/esi-lisbon/tickets
ESI Lisbon is also hosting a wide range of attractions such a...
2024-09-0645 min
Careers in EsportsMeet an Esports Director! Featuring Sky Kauweloa, Ph.D. from the University of Hawaii and Jay DeShong from Grand Canyon UniversityExploring the Esports Director Career Path with Jay Deshong and Sky Kauweloa | Careers in Esports Series 🎮In this edition, we explore the collegiate esports director career pathways with Nyle Sky Kauweloa, Ph.D. from the University of Hawaii at Manoa, and Jay DeShong from Grand Canyon University. Esports directors in postsecondary education institutions are responsible for managing and overseeing all aspects of the esports program on campus. This includes registering teams/players for competition, recruiting players for all supported titles, scheduling practice and match times, managing coaches for each title, and assisting with events as needed.T...
2024-08-211h 07
The ESPORTS In Education Podcast7. Season 2, Episode 3: Health & Wellness in ESPORTSSummary
In this conversation, Mario, Erick and Diego welcome Mrs. Veronica Mascorro, LPC and discuss the topics of social-emotional learning (SEL) and mental health in the context of ESPORTS. They explore how ESPORTS can contribute to (SEL) Social Emotional Learning and development as well as provide a sense of community for individuals who may not excel in traditional sports. They also discuss the importance of self-regulating emotions and strategies for maintaining mental health while gaming. Mrs. Mascorro emphasizes the need for self-awareness and taking breaks to disconnect from the game and reconnect with reality. The conversation highlights the positive impact...
2024-05-2141 minThe ESPORTS In Education Podcast6. Season 2, Episode 2: The ESPORTS Industry
In this episode, the hosts discuss the history and growth of ESPORTS, the various industries connected to ESPORTS, the value and worth of the industry.
They highlight the passion and grassroots nature of ESPORTS, the global reach of competitive gaming, and the increasing recognition and support from governments and major companies. They also emphasize the diverse career opportunities in the ESPORTS industry, from players to business managers to health experts. The hosts encourage listeners to explore the connections between ESPORTS and education, and to embrace the opportunities and growth in the industry.
In this weeks...
2024-05-1632 min
Esports Insider PodcastThe Esports Industry Through the Eyes of a Data Company | Bayes Esports | The Industry PodcastWelcome to the Industry Podcast an Esports Insider podcast where we speak to people within the esports industry about the sector.
In this episode, Bayes Esports’ CCO and Managing Director Amir Mizaee discuss esports and data. Alongside talking about the role data has in esports, we chat about how it is being a data company in the esports sector.
Hosted by Tom Daniels (@TheTomDaniels)
2024-02-0145 min
Esports Connected With Megan Van PettenMeet Harold Mckinney of Esports Drift AssociationWelcome to the Esports Connected Podcast, where we explore the dynamic world of competitive sim drifting with our special guest, a passionate tournament organizer deeply involved in the sim racing scene. In this episode, we uncover the origins of the Esports Drifting Association (ESDA) and its strategic partnerships with industry leaders like Next-Level Racing, MOZA Racing, and Firman. Our guest shares insights into the challenges and nuances of competitive sim drifting, ESDA's experiences at Dreamhack, and their mission to expand sim drifting in the esports world. From their entry point into esports through fighting games to being a member...
2024-01-3034 min
Esports Connected With Megan Van PettenMeet Harold Mckinney of Esports Drift AssociationWelcome to the Esports Connected Podcast, where we explore the dynamic world of competitive sim drifting with our special guest, a passionate tournament organizer deeply involved in the sim racing scene. In this episode, we uncover the origins of the Esports Drifting Association (ESDA) and its strategic partnerships with industry leaders like Next-Level Racing, MOZA Racing, and Firman. Our guest shares insights into the challenges and nuances of competitive sim drifting, ESDA's experiences at Dreamhack, and their mission to expand sim drifting in the esports world. From their entry point into esports through fighting games to being a member...
2024-01-3034 minEsports Connected With Megan Van PettenMeet David Bruno and Sean Dwyer of Camden County College - Cougar EsportsWelcome to the Esports Connected Podcast, where we delve into the dynamic world of esports and its intersection with education. Join David Bruno and Sean Dwyer, as they share their journeys into the esports industry, from casual gamers to key players in academic and competitive spaces. In this episode, explore the incredible growth of Cougar Esports at Camden County College, from its inception to current opportunities. Discover the NJ Pathways Project in Esports Production and Content Creation and the duo's roles in overseeing it. Get to know the hosts with fun facts, and explore their insights on industry trends...
2024-01-1649 min
Esports Connected With Megan Van PettenMeet David Bruno and Sean Dwyer of Camden County College - Cougar EsportsWelcome to the Esports Connected Podcast, where we delve into the dynamic world of esports and its intersection with education. Join David Bruno and Sean Dwyer, as they share their journeys into the esports industry, from casual gamers to key players in academic and competitive spaces. In this episode, explore the incredible growth of Cougar Esports at Camden County College, from its inception to current opportunities. Discover the NJ Pathways Project in Esports Production and Content Creation and the duo's roles in overseeing it. Get to know the hosts with fun facts, and explore their insights on industry trends...
2024-01-1649 min
Esports of E-Sports PodcastAdumon OVER content creation, PXL Esports, de Red Bull Gaming Hub en KRC Genk Esports!In aflevering 42 van de Esports of E-Sports Podcast gaat Robi Janssen van Esportsbenelux in gesprek met Alexander 'ADUMON' Dumon, Esports Coördinator bij KRC Genk Esports en PXL Esports. Adumon vertelt over zijn carrière als content creator, waar die passie vandaan komt, wat hij allemaal heeft gedaan en hoe het was om te werken voor esportsteams als SPLYCE, Galaxy Racer en LowLandLions. Adumon legt daarnaast uit wat zijn rol als esports coördinator bij PXL precies inhoudt, welke verantwoordelijkheden daarbij komen kijken en hoe de Red Bull Gaming Hub is ontstaan. Alexander licht meer toe over de nieuwe visie bij...
2023-12-1251 min
Esports Insider PodcastA Deep Dive into the Collegiate Esports Boom | APUS | The Industry Episode 18In this episode, we’ll be talking about all things collegiate esports in the US! In order to do this I'm joined by Craig Skilling, the Esports Program Coordinator at American Public University System, and Emily Briscoe, a current esports student at APUS.
This episode provides an overview of the esports collegiate ecosystem from an educational standpoint. We also touch on why universities are going all in on esports and the rising prevalence of esports degrees.
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2023-07-2745 minEsports Connected With Megan Van PettenCreating Student-Centered Esports Experiences
When it comes to getting kids involved in team sports, it shouldn’t stop at gaming. Teacher Chris Aviles saw an opportunity to use kids’ love of gaming to create a team atmosphere and developed the first middle school esports team through Garden State Esports.He now helps kids from all over through school teams and events, helping them cultivate their love for gaming in a team atmosphere. Garden State Esports He joins Megan Van Patten on this episode of Esports Connected to talk about his journey to creating and building this organization, and what he sees for...
2023-01-1250 min
Esports Connected With Megan Van PettenCreating Student-Centered Esports ExperiencesWhen it comes to getting kids involved in team sports, it shouldn’t stop at gaming. Teacher Chris Aviles saw an opportunity to use kids’ love of gaming to create a team atmosphere and developed the first middle school esports team through Garden State Esports.He now helps kids from all over through school teams and events, helping them cultivate their love for gaming in a team atmosphere. Garden State Esports He joins Megan Van Patten on this episode of Esports Connected to talk about his journey to creating and building this organization, and what he sees for...
2023-01-1250 min
The DLC Drop PodcastThe Power of Esports Clubs in SchoolsAndy Mendez joins us to talk about the importance of supporting esports at the high school level, how it'll make the process of creating endemic people in the space even smoother, and everything students must know to start an esports club at their high schools.Andy Mendez is the Executive Director of the Illinois High School Esports Association. He is responsible for building the esports space in the Illinois area. He is also an esports coach and host of the Blueprint Podcast.In this episode, Andy shares his journey...
2022-09-2853 minThe DLC Drop PodcastPaving the Road for Career Paths in EsportsBennet Newsome joins us today to talk about esports and gaming formal education, streaming, and how to use business education to make a career out of a passion. Bennet is the Director of Esports Growth & Development at Full Sail University, a Twitch partner passionate about community building and gaming, co-owner of whereisxur.com, and host of XurWatch on Twitch. Bennet is also a musician, a lifelong gamer, and a tireless advocate for promoting and facilitating opportunities in esports and gaming for high school and college students. In this episode, we...
2022-09-141h 01Esports Connected With Megan Van PettenEsports Connected - The Transition From Traditional Sports to Esports
There is no doubt talent plays a significant role in any success story; however, talent only is not enough. The right mindset, proper guidance, and putting in the work are also necessary. Coming from a family of athletes and entrepreneurs, Caleb Smith is the perfect example of that. Caleb Smith is the founder and CEO of CVS Entertainment and a franchise owner of Contender eSports in Cary, NC. CVS Entertainment provides premium encounters to improve the esports community, mainly in the Triangle area of North Carolina. Caleb is also the founder and owner of the clothing brand G...
2022-09-0239 min
Esports Connected With Megan Van PettenEsports Connected - The Transition From Traditional Sports to EsportsThere is no doubt talent plays a significant role in any success story; however, talent only is not enough. The right mindset, proper guidance, and putting in the work are also necessary. Coming from a family of athletes and entrepreneurs, Caleb Smith is the perfect example of that. Caleb Smith is the founder and CEO of CVS Entertainment and a franchise owner of Contender eSports in Cary, NC. CVS Entertainment provides premium encounters to improve the esports community, mainly in the Triangle area of North Carolina. Caleb is also the founder and owner of the clothing brand G...
2022-09-0239 minThe DLC Drop PodcastWhat It Takes To Build an Esports OrganizationMike Zweigbaum joins us today to share his experience bringing a successful business model into esports, the secrets of team building, and the perfect blend of passion and business experience that led him to create a successful esports org.Mike is the CEO and Founder of Wisdom, a gaming company that makes it all, from esports production and content creation to tournament organization and strategic brand activation. They also have their own IPs and Rocke League, Halo, and Apex Legends esports teams.In this episode, we talk about Mike's...
2022-08-3156 minThe DLC Drop PodcastThe Art of the Esports PartnershipIn today's episode, Gabriel Causse joins us to share his unique perspective on partnerships in esports, the differences between creating partnerships in traditional sports and esports, and how traditional sports teams and franchises can engage with gamers.Gabriel Causse is the Manager of Business Operations at Magic Gaming and the first esports Partnership Manager in the history of the NBA with the Orlando Magic. Gabriel came from France and got a scholarship to play soccer at Brigham Young University–Hawaii, where he graduated in Sports Management. Throughout our conversation, we...
2022-08-1757 minEsports Connected With Megan Van PettenEsports Connected - Connecting Esports To All Communities With Bubba Gaeddert
The gaming and esports industry is about connection, inclusion, and growth, but what happens when people interested in participating can't do it because they lack the resources to do it. That is why organizations like Varsity Esports Foundation exist; to ensure connectivity for low-income families and schools.In this episode of Esports Connected, Megan is joined by Bubba Gaeddert, Executive Director of Varsity Esports Foundation. He has over 20 years of experience in non-profit and development. Being a child raised in the urban core of Oklahoma, where funding and STEM weren't available, he is aware of the importance...
2022-08-0440 min
Esports Connected With Megan Van PettenEsports Connected - Connecting Esports To All Communities With Bubba GaeddertThe gaming and esports industry is about connection, inclusion, and growth, but what happens when people interested in participating can't do it because they lack the resources to do it. That is why organizations like Varsity Esports Foundation exist; to ensure connectivity for low-income families and schools.In this episode of Esports Connected, Megan is joined by Bubba Gaeddert, Executive Director of Varsity Esports Foundation. He has over 20 years of experience in non-profit and development. Being a child raised in the urban core of Oklahoma, where funding and STEM weren't available, he is aware of the importance...
2022-08-0440 minThe DLC Drop PodcastHow Companies Can Capitalize on Advertising in EsportsIn today's episode, Rob Johnson visits us to help us answer perhaps one of the most asked questions in the esports space, how to effectively connect brands with esports fans? Rob is the CEO of Playfly Esports, co-author of "Millennial Reboot," and a passionate marketer who has been solving traditional sports, entertainment, and esports marketing problems for almost the last two decades. We delve into Rob's journey in traditional sports, from unpaid internships to his first position in Marketing with the Philadelphia Flyers, and his transition from traditional sports to gaming and esports. He described ho...
2022-07-2753 minEsports Connected With Megan Van PettenEsports Connected - Helping Gaming Enthusiasts Find Careers in Esports With Kim Shatzer
The 20% growth of the gaming industry during the pandemic turn it into a talent constraint market. Betting dollars, hours of content consumption, people buying the consoles, and the entertainment industry, in general, is heading into esports and gaming. Because of all that, companies turn into recruitment agencies and ask for help; they need to recruit double of what they initially thought they would. That is one of the many challenges recruiters face and some of the things we will discuss with Kim Shatzer today.Kim Shatzer is the Managing Director at Onward Play and...
2022-07-2128 min
Esports Connected With Megan Van PettenEsports Connected - Helping Gaming Enthusiasts Find Careers in Esports With Kim ShatzerThe 20% growth of the gaming industry during the pandemic turn it into a talent constraint market. Betting dollars, hours of content consumption, people buying the consoles, and the entertainment industry, in general, is heading into esports and gaming. Because of all that, companies turn into recruitment agencies and ask for help; they need to recruit double of what they initially thought they would. That is one of the many challenges recruiters face and some of the things we will discuss with Kim Shatzer today.Kim Shatzer is the Managing Director at Onward Play and...
2022-07-2128 minThe DLC Drop PodcastHow to Build a Broadcasting Career in EsportsJoining us today is Alex "Axeltoss" Rodrigues to talk about streaming, education, and the present and future of esports.Alex is an Esports Host/Commentator, a Producer, Advisor, and Player and Community Development Director at Oxygen Esports. Alex is a Texas A&M University graduate who got his Bachelor of Arts in Communication and Journalism. For the last decade, Alex has been broadcasting consistently from his home studio, following esports and gaming tendencies, and supporting local and international initiatives, always aiming for the industry's growth and evolution. In this e...
2022-07-1359 minEsports Connected With Megan Van PettenEsports Connected - Developing Professional Esports Teams With John Smith-Howell
There is a difference between professional organizations and gaming communities; professional teams focus only on professional players and neglect community building. However, it is possible to create a community, have a professional structure, and be competitive at the same time, and Team 7AM is the living proof of that.John Smith-Howell, Director of Team 7AM, created a professional esports team grounded on community values, offering its players the opportunity to compete at the highest level and be part of a supportive environment ideal for developing new talents.He shares his vision of what kind of...
2022-07-0750 min
Esports Connected With Megan Van PettenEsports Connected - Developing Professional Esports Teams With John Smith-HowellThere is a difference between professional organizations and gaming communities; professional teams focus only on professional players and neglect community building. However, it is possible to create a community, have a professional structure, and be competitive at the same time, and Team 7AM is the living proof of that.John Smith-Howell, Director of Team 7AM, created a professional esports team grounded on community values, offering its players the opportunity to compete at the highest level and be part of a supportive environment ideal for developing new talents.He shares his vision of what kind of...
2022-07-0750 minThe DLC Drop PodcastHow To Create Great Partnerships With Esports TeamsSponsoring esports teams remains this kinda undecipherable-but-with great-opportunities-in-it space for many brands. Many brands and agencies would approach it as supporting traditional sports teams, and they might get good results with that strategy. Still, with esports, the story is a bit different. Today, Joe McMahon, Manager of Marketing and Esports at Wavemaker Sports & Live, joins us to share his thoughts on the different (and successful) ways to approach esports teams.Throughout our conversation, Joe talks about his journey into gaming and esports, his transition from traditional sports to esports, a...
2022-05-0457 minThe DLC Drop PodcastThe Untapped Opportunities in Esports and GamingJoining us today are Jimmy Baratta and Paul Dawalibi, hosts of the Business of Esports podcast, investors, entrepreneurs, and references in the gaming industry.Jimmy is the Chief Gaming Officer at Holodeck Ventures, he is an instructor at the University of California, and he is a business development and brand strategy specialist. Paul is the CEO at Holodeck Ventures; he is an esports and gaming expert, founder and creator of the 2020 Fastest Growing Company in Canada, and creator of the world's first esports NFT.Our conversation spins around authenticity vs. authority, the things t...
2022-04-131h 00
TBD: Beyond the BasementInterview #17: James Fraser-Murison, National award winner of Innovation & Esports Director at QMCThis week we welcome James, a national award winner of Innovation, Esports Director at QMC & National Trainer for Pearson for the esports BTEC. He's also a speaker at the Festival of Education, BETT, EGX and a NASEF mentor. And on top of that he is Manager of QMSAMURAI. Quite a lot for one person!We spoke to James about both his role in bringing one of the first BTEC in Esports courses to Queen Mary's College in Basingstoke, as well as his more recent role in helping his local tech giant Yoyotech in developing esports arenas, and...
2022-04-1132 minThe DLC Drop PodcastAn Inside Look at the Growth of the Esports IndustryUndoubtedly, one of the reasons the esports and gaming industry expanded so quickly in the last five or six years is its intrinsic inclusive traits. The "there is always an extra controller" type of mindset makes the video games space a place where new voices and perspectives are always welcomed, and rapid growth is a byproduct of that plurality. Our guest, Nathan Lindberg, experienced gaming and esports growth from its very beginning. He visits us to talk about his journey in esports and gaming, how brands should approach the industry to effectively engage with the esports audience, a...
2022-04-0655 min
Esports of E-Sports PodcastRob 'ROBBA' Zoon OVER zijn topsport status, de lastige periode bij Dynasty, het succesvolle jaar met KVM Esports en MCON Esports, zijn keuze voor KRC Genk en over het winnen van de Elite Series!In aflevering 28 is Robi van Esportsbenelux in gesprek gegaan met Rob 'Robba' Zoon, speler voor KRC Genk en ook wel de koning van de Benelux genoemd. Robba neemt ons mee naar zijn eerste team Dynasty waar hij een lastige periode had, maar vertelt hij ook wat hij het meest geleerd heeft van deze periode. Benoemt hij zijn studie die hij volgt waarbij hij over een topsport status beschikt op de Universiteit. Lopen wij zijn succesvolle jaar door waar hij samen met KVM Esports mCon Esports alle prijzen heeft gewonnen wat hij maar kon winnen. Vertelt hij hoe hij is...
2022-04-0540 minEsports Connected With Megan Van PettenLive From EsportsNext: How the Level-Up Fund is Changing Lives in Esports
Today, we are blessed with April Welch's presence at the Esports Next Conference to talk about the launch of the Bronzeville Esports League and the first Level-Up award received from the Esports Trade Association. April is the Associate Vice President and Strategic Initiatives and Director at the Esports and Digital Arts Center at Illinois Tech. We are also joined by Bubba Gaeddert, Executive Director of the Varsity Esports Foundation and Founder and Creator of the Level-Up Fund.In this episode, Bubba shares the details of Level-Up Fund's birth and why he d...
2022-03-1011 min
Esports Connected With Megan Van PettenLive From EsportsNext: How the Level-Up Fund is Changing Lives in EsportsToday, we are blessed with April Welch's presence at the Esports Next Conference to talk about the launch of the Bronzeville Esports League and the first Level-Up award received from the Esports Trade Association. April is the Associate Vice President and Strategic Initiatives and Director at the Esports and Digital Arts Center at Illinois Tech. We are also joined by Bubba Gaeddert, Executive Director of the Varsity Esports Foundation and Founder and Creator of the Level-Up Fund.In this episode, Bubba shares the details of Level-Up Fund's birth and why he d...
2022-03-1011 min
Esports Metaverse & BeyondThe Power of Diversity & Inclusion in Esports with 3X World Champion Stefy BauGet ready to fasten your seatbelts as Chace and Sage blast off with Stefy Bau, former Italian professional motocross and supercross racer. Stefy is a 3X World Champion, considered to be one of the fastest women motocross racers in the world. During this episode, Sage and Chace take you through Stefy’s journey and rise to dominance in the Motocross race world. Then they discuss how & why she’s making the transition from physical racing to Sim racing in Esports and why Diversity and Inclusion will be so important.Currently, Stefy is the Managing Director of Ini...
2022-03-0314 minThe DLC Drop PodcastThe Career Paths and Opportunities in EsportsIn the early 2000s, becoming a Raid Leader and a Guild Master helped our guest, Michael "Moog" Aguilar, overcome not only his introverted nature but also his social anxiety. It also taught him how important it is for any community to feel wanted and welcomed, regardless of whatever adjective society puts over their heads. Fast forward many years, when the University of Oklahoma journey started for Michael, he knew the epicenter of anything he would build must be the community. He took the burden of trying to satisfy gamers' needs; whether they were causals, competitive, Animal Crossing, o...
2022-03-021h 00
Esports of E-Sports PodcastMilo van Heugten OVER zijn passie voor esports, zijn periodes bij Gamekings en Triple, 1HP en over de toekomstige ontwikkelingen in de esports scene!In aflevering 24 gaat Robi in gesprek met Milo van Heugten, 'connector in esports' en eigenaar van 1HP. Milo vertelt over hoe hij vroeger in 'onbalans' was door zijn combinatie van gamen en school, door het spelen van te veel World Of Warcraft. Hij beschrijft hoe hij die balans heeft teruggevonden. Legt hij uit waarom hij bij Gamekings stage wilden lopen en vertelt hij wat hij geleerd heeft van deze zware periode. Beschrijft hij hoe hij esports een rol in zijn leven wilde laten zijn door uit te helpen bij bijvoorbeeld Firstlook en de Esports Game Arena. Legt hij uit...
2022-02-2258 min
FTW with Imad Khan: An Esports and Competitive Gaming PodcastMotif Esports Disbands After Sexual Harassment Allegations feat. Cecilia Ciocchetti, Joanne, and RebeccaMotif Esports, a U.K. based esports organization has completely disbanded, deleting its website and Twitter profiles in the process. Two members of its all-female VALORANT team alleged to have experienced both racism and sexual harassment when competing in VCT Game Changers. The team's former captain, Joanne Rae, shared a Twitlonger detailing a toxic work environment and alleged that founder Jack "Jaws" Willis sexually harassed her. Her teammate, Barbora "Rebecca" Řezáčová. claimed there was "a lot of racism towards non-UK players," including towards Czech and Turkish players. Mercy, a Turkish player, had to deal with targeted racism. This week...
2022-02-1421 min
Esports Connected With Megan Van PettenLive From EsportsNext: Marketing With An Esports TwistIn today's episode from the Esports Next Conference, we chat with the Esports Trade Association's Head of Marketing, Leslie Fitzsimmons. Leslie has over 30 years of media experience in sales, revenue management, marketing, and executive leadership. She is passionate about bridging mainstream audiences and hardcore esports fans and gamers and working with startups willing to impact the industry's ecosystem positively. Leslie connected with esports while teaching Integrated Marketing and Communications at the University of Nevada Las Vegas in 2018. We delve into Leslie's passion for consulting and using her knowledge and experience in marketing to help the in...
2022-02-1018 minEsports Connected With Megan Van PettenLive From EsportsNext: Marketing With An Esports Twist
In today's episode from the Esports Next Conference, we chat with the Esports Trade Association's Head of Marketing, Leslie Fitzsimmons. Leslie has over 30 years of media experience in sales, revenue management, marketing, and executive leadership. She is passionate about bridging mainstream audiences and hardcore esports fans and gamers and working with startups willing to impact the industry's ecosystem positively. Leslie connected with esports while teaching Integrated Marketing and Communications at the University of Nevada Las Vegas in 2018. We delve into Leslie's passion for consulting and using her knowledge and experience in marketing to help the in...
2022-02-1018 min
Esports Connected With Megan Van PettenLive From EsportsNext: Offering More Opportunities for Growth in EsportsWe are thrilled to chat with April Welch and John Davidson at the Esports Next Conference in today's episode. April is the Associate Vice President of Strategic Initiatives and Director of the Esports and Digital Arts Center at Illinois Tech. John is the Founder & CEO of the Davidson Learning Company, Host of the DLC Drop Podcast, and Chair of the Esports Trade Association. We had a fantastic conversation about the Esports Trade Association's purpose, the pros and cons of gaming, and the importance of parents' education around the benefits of...
2022-02-0319 minEsports Connected With Megan Van PettenLive From EsportsNext: Offering More Opportunities for Growth in Esports
We are thrilled to chat with April Welch and John Davidson at the Esports Next Conference in today's episode. April is the Associate Vice President of Strategic Initiatives and Director of the Esports and Digital Arts Center at Illinois Tech. John is the Founder & CEO of the Davidson Learning Company, Host of the DLC Drop Podcast, and Chair of the Esports Trade Association. We had a fantastic conversation about the Esports Trade Association's purpose, the pros and cons of gaming, and the importance of parents' education around the benefits of...
2022-02-0319 min
Esports of E-Sports PodcastBoy Kemps OVER het begin van zijn carrière, KVM Esports, het succes van 2021, de Elite Series en het doel van KVM Esports!In deze aflevering is Robi in gesprek gegaan met Boy Kemps, Hoofd Esports bij KVM Esports. Boy vertelt over zijn neefje die zijn passie voor League of Legends heeft laten ontstaan. Vertelt hij over het winnen van zijn allereerste 'echte' grote prijs, wat indirect ook de rivaliteit met Sector One heeft laten ontstaan. Legt hij uit waarom Ramon 'Frieslander' Boerstra een sleutelfiguur was binnen Aethra Esports en KVM Esports. Daarnaast duikt hij in de Elite Series, wat vindt hij van de nieuwe competitie, hoe kijkt hij naar de nieuwe line-up van KVM Esports en welke teams ziet hij als...
2022-01-2533 min
Esports of E-Sports PodcastRowan Stroo OVER SEG Esports, het vrouwelijke esports team Cloud 9 White, Nederland als talentenfabriek en het verschil tussen esporters en voetballers!In deze aflevering is Robi in gesprek gegaan met Rowan Stroo, esports director bij SEG International. Rowan vertelt ons zijn eerste esports ervaring waarbij hij zich bezig hield met de organisatie van de World Cyber Games. Neemt hij ons mee naar zijn carrière switch waarbij hij de evenementen wereld verliet om uiteindelijk de managementwereld in te duiken. Legt hij uit wat SEG Esports nou precies doet en in welke behoeftes zij voorzien. Benadrukt hij waarom hij trots is om de volledige vrouwelijke line-up van Cloud 9 White aan SEG Esports gebonden te hebben. Daarnaast bespreken we hoe Nederland er v...
2022-01-1950 minTBD: Beyond the BasementTBD chat Belfast Storm in the NLC, the new F1 Esports season & Norwich City launching 1J ESportsThis week Trev, Dan and Ben get together to chat about some of the highlights from gaming and esports in UK and Ireland. And there was a lot to go through! Belfast Storm have started life in the NLC, the Northern League of Legends Championship, and it's one that Ben has been keeping a close eye on. F1 Esports launches the new season in October, with four rounds being held at Gfinity in London. The drivers battle on 12 tracks to determine who will win this year's driver and team championships. Can Red Bull make it three-in-a-row. Trev is...
2021-10-1420 min
Esports Insider PodcastMikael Westerling & Sujoy Roy on esports betting bolstered by data | ESI Focus: Data in Esports #3As esports betting continues to grow, the need to acquire data efficiency has become crucial. The data collection that powers esports and traditional sports bookmakers are vastly different, but we have been seeing a growing trend of traditional sports bookmakers offering esports wagering options to their services.
On this week’s episode, we are joined by GRID Esports' VP of Business Development, Mikael Westerling, and Midnite's Marketing Director, Sujoy Roy, to discuss discuss why esports data is important to bookmakers, both traditional and esports-specific. Moreover, the discussion also goes in-depth about how betting companies utilise esports data an...
2021-09-0743 min
Esports Connected With Megan Van PettenHow To Value Your Esports CompanyEsports Trade Association's Esports Next (https://esportsta.org/esportsnext-2021-fall) is right around the corner, and one of the events everyone is most excited about is the Elevator Pitch Competition. This is your opportunity to get your business in front of a panel of advisors and investors with a chance at winning some funding.But how do you valuate an esports company? Well, that's exactly what Rohan Bose is here to help with. In this episode Rohan answers a lot of great questions about valuations within the esports industry, and what companies need to know!...
2021-08-1930 minEsports Connected With Megan Van PettenHow To Value Your Esports Company
Esports Trade Association's Esports Next (https://esportsta.org/esportsnext-2021-fall) is right around the corner, and one of the events everyone is most excited about is the Elevator Pitch Competition. This is your opportunity to get your business in front of a panel of advisors and investors with a chance at winning some funding.But how do you valuate an esports company? Well, that's exactly what Rohan Bose is here to help with. In this episode Rohan answers a lot of great questions about valuations within the esports industry, and what companies need to know!...
2021-08-1930 min
Esports Insider PodcastChris King & Hans Cauwenbergh on why esports data does what sports data doesn't | ESI Focus: Data in Esports #1Data collection in traditional sports is burdened by the constraints of messy manual processes, whereas esports data collection happens natively and automatically. But when every little thing can be measured in esports, how do you parse through what in important and how can it best be organised?
On this week’s episode, we are joined by GRID Esports' CTO & Co-Founder, Chris King, and Technical Lead, Hans Cauwenbergh, to discuss data is collected, the differences between sports and esports data, and the process of making the data and much more. This episode looks to provide a brief lesson on...
2021-08-1047 min
Esports Insider PodcastJordan Hamburger & Patrick Mahoney on law & investment in esports | ESI Focus: Law in Esports #4As with any developing industry, as the market matures more investors enter the space after seeing the trial and errors of first movers in the space. As a result, investments, mergers & acquisition headlines in the industry have become common place as esports continues to find its footing and continues to disrupt traditional markets. As esports companies start-up or other companies pivot into the space, a financial boost is often needed to bring products and services to the global scale. What are some of the nuances between venture capital, crowdfunding, and stock market listings options for those seeking opportunities to g...
2021-08-0341 min
Esports Business Network PodcastEBNP #054 - MAGNUS LEPPÄNIEMI (ESPORTS ENTERTAINMENT GROUP)EBNP #054, our guest is Magnus Leppäniemi, the President of Esports at Esports Entertainment Group. In this podcast, we discuss Magnus career in Gaming & Esports, the operations of running a publicly traded Esports Company, and how he intends to grow the business from his role at the company. Enjoy!
2:04 Introduction: Magnus Leppäniemi
6:26 Foundation: Magnus' Built Partnerships in Esports
10:33 Operation: Magnus' Team Work in Esports
13:50 Innovation: Magnus' Moves the Needle in Esports
19:24 Diversification: Magnus' Grows Business in Esports
Stay tuned, new episodes release on Mondays at 6 AM CST. Enjoy!
2021-08-0247 min
Esports Connected With Megan Van PettenMentoring the College Esports Community With Jeffrey WeissAlmost every college in America offering esports programs face the same challenges: thousands of dollars in equipment being damaged and stored, students developing toxic behaviors, streaming and broadcasting difficulties, and they struggle to attract good students. To change this, Jeffrey Weiss decided to use his 20 years of experience building TV platforms, production workflows and esports facilities; he created EsportsCircus, a mobile venue that produces events focused on the college esports community.Jeffrey Weiss is the Founder and Ringmaster of EsportCircus. For the last 20 years, Jeffrey has been one of the leading broadcast engineers in the United States.
2021-07-2944 minEsports Connected With Megan Van PettenMentoring the College Esports Community With Jeffrey Weiss
Almost every college in America offering esports programs face the same challenges: thousands of dollars in equipment being damaged and stored, students developing toxic behaviors, streaming and broadcasting difficulties, and they struggle to attract good students. To change this, Jeffrey Weiss decided to use his 20 years of experience building TV platforms, production workflows and esports facilities; he created EsportsCircus, a mobile venue that produces events focused on the college esports community.Jeffrey Weiss is the Founder and Ringmaster of EsportCircus. For the last 20 years, Jeffrey has been one of the leading broadcast engineers in the United States.
2021-07-2944 min
Esports Connected With Megan Van PettenHelping Gaming Enthusiasts Find Careers in Esports With Kim ShatzerThe 20% growth of the gaming industry during the pandemic turn it into a talent constraint market. Betting dollars, hours of content consumption, people buying the consoles, and the entertainment industry, in general, is heading into esports and gaming. Because of all that, companies turn into recruitment agencies and ask for help; they need to recruit double of what they initially thought they would. That is one of the many challenges recruiters face and some of the things we will discuss with Kim Shatzer today.Kim Shatzer is the Managing Director at Onward Play and Women In Games...
2021-07-2228 minEsports Connected With Megan Van PettenHelping Gaming Enthusiasts Find Careers in Esports With Kim Shatzer
The 20% growth of the gaming industry during the pandemic turn it into a talent constraint market. Betting dollars, hours of content consumption, people buying the consoles, and the entertainment industry, in general, is heading into esports and gaming. Because of all that, companies turn into recruitment agencies and ask for help; they need to recruit double of what they initially thought they would. That is one of the many challenges recruiters face and some of the things we will discuss with Kim Shatzer today.Kim Shatzer is the Managing Director at Onward Play and Women In Games...
2021-07-2228 min
Esports Insider PodcastDaniel Schnapp, Craig Levine & Marc Brody on law & esports bookmaking | ESI Focus: Law in Esports #3Traditional sports betting dates back to the Ancient Greeks and the Olympics. In Ancient Rome, the practice was formally legalised. Esports is only possible through the development of interactive technology and so it follows that bookmakers would follow the innovations.
As esports has developed into a global phenomenon, what are some difficulties that esports bookmaking has needed to navigate due to location specific laws and cultural norms and what can the practice offer the growing industry?
On this week’s special episode, Craig Levine, Co-CEO of ESL Gaming; Marc Brody, Vice President of Business Development at...
2021-07-2059 min
Esports Insider PodcastBrian Anderson & Michelle Tierney on law & sponsorships in esports | ESI Focus: Law in Esports #1The esports industry would not be where it is today without support from sponsorships and partnerships with brands, both inside and outside of the space. With sponsorship deals regularly making headlines, just what goes into securing these deals and ensuring all parties are legally protected?
On this week’s episode, Michelle Tierney, Director of Commercial Partnerships of Guild Esports and Brian Anderson, Partner at Sheppard Mullin, discuss the legal intricacies behind esports sponsorships, detailing comparisons from their experiences in traditional sports and other media industries.
This is the first episode in ESI Focus’s series on La...
2021-07-0843 min
Esports Connected With Megan Van PettenBuilding a Career in the Esports Industry With Trevor JohnsonSometimes, a great opportunity lies behind a text message, an email, or a tweet, but unless we send those, we will never know. Trevor Johnson might have been ignored many times or rejected by several others, but one thing is sure: every opportunity he got in the gaming industry started with a message from him to someone he didn't know.Trevor Johnson is a Student Ambassador at Leyline; he is also a Content Intern at NutriGMR and an Office of Admissions Intern at Manchester University. Trevor is in his last year of his Bachelor of Science degree...
2021-06-1723 minEsports Connected With Megan Van PettenBuilding a Career in the Esports Industry With Trevor Johnson
Sometimes, a great opportunity lies behind a text message, an email, or a tweet, but unless we send those, we will never know. Trevor Johnson might have been ignored many times or rejected by several others, but one thing is sure: every opportunity he got in the gaming industry started with a message from him to someone he didn't know.Trevor Johnson is a Student Ambassador at Leyline; he is also a Content Intern at NutriGMR and an Office of Admissions Intern at Manchester University. Trevor is in his last year of his Bachelor of Science degree...
2021-06-1723 minThe DLC Drop PodcastFrom Traditional Sports to Esports With Rebecca LongawaHand out or sampling products in traditional sports is more accessible if compared to esports. Traditional sports fans are easy-going; they are there to have fun, and they are more likely to get familiar with brands advertising in the arenas. Rebecca Longawa believes that esports fans don't want to be marketed to; they want to be part of the conversation and that the brand is there for the right reasons.Rebecca Longawa is an esports brand builder and strategist. She is the founder and President of Happy Warrior, advisor and mentor at Stadia Ventures, and advisor at...
2021-06-021h 01
Esports of E-Sports PodcastWARD GEENE over samenwerken in de Esports Scene, zijn liefde voor DOTA, Esports Club en de brancheorganisatieIn de tweede aflevering praten Pieter, Berrie en Robi met een van de bekendste namen in de esports scene, Ward Geene. Met Ward gaan zij in gesprek over zijn liefde voor esports, waarom hij zo'n fan is van DOTA en Starcraft 2, maar ook over zijn carrière wat hij allemaal al gedaan heeft in de esports scene. Ook belicht Ward zijn mening over de huidige situatie in de esports scene en hoe deze naar een hoger niveau getild kan worden door middel van bijvoorbeeld samenwerkingen. Tenslotte vertelt hij meer over de werkgroep die zich bezig houdt met de oprichting v...
2021-05-301h 02
Esports of E-Sports PodcastTJERK VAN DER MATEN over Home of Esports, Team THRLL en advies aan jonge EsportersWE ZIJN LIVE! In de allereerst aflevering van de Esports of E-Sports podcast praten Robi en Berrie met Tjerk van der Maten. Als Esports Manager bij Home of Esports is hij dagelijks bezig met de esports scene in de Benelux. Zo vertelt hij over zijn ervaring in Esports, hoe jongeren met social media moeten omgaan, branding en over potentiële esports titels voor Team THRLL. Na deze podcast heb je een veel beter beeld over Home of Esports en Team THRLL.
2021-05-201h 05
Esports Connected With Megan Van PettenConnecting Esports To All Communities With Bubba GaeddertThe gaming and esports industry is about connection, inclusion, and growth, but what happens when people interested in participate can't do it because they lack the resources to do it. That is why organizations like Varsity Esports Foundation exist; to ensure connectivity for low-income families and schools.In this episode of Esports Connected, Megan is joined by Bubba Gaeddert, Executive Director of Varsity Esports Foundation. He has over 20 years of experience in non-profit and development. Being a child raised in the urban core of Oklahoma, where funding and STEM weren't available, he is aware of the importance o...
2021-05-1341 minEsports Connected With Megan Van PettenConnecting Esports To All Communities With Bubba Gaeddert
The gaming and esports industry is about connection, inclusion, and growth, but what happens when people interested in participate can't do it because they lack the resources to do it. That is why organizations like Varsity Esports Foundation exist; to ensure connectivity for low-income families and schools.In this episode of Esports Connected, Megan is joined by Bubba Gaeddert, Executive Director of Varsity Esports Foundation. He has over 20 years of experience in non-profit and development. Being a child raised in the urban core of Oklahoma, where funding and STEM weren't available, he is aware of the importance o...
2021-05-1341 min
Dr. Marc's MasterclassEsports Programs in Universities With Dr. Joey GawrysiakWhen it comes to teaching esports at an academic level, schools should look for teachers with academic qualifications only or people with practical experience in gaming? Dr. Joey Gawrysiak believes that ideally, they should look for a mix of both; the amalgamation of industry practitioners and traditional academic researchers. Dr. Joey Gawrysiak is Director of Esports Shenandoah University and Co-Founder and Partner at GHS Esports Solutions. Dr. Joey is an old-school gamer; he used to play competitive Halo traveling on his own dime and competing for a case of Bawls energy drink. He is a Doc...
2021-05-1055 min
Esports Connected With Megan Van PettenThe Transition From Traditional Sports to EsportsThere is no doubt talent plays a significant role in any success story; however, talent only is not enough. The right mindset, proper guidance, and putting in the work are also necessary. Coming from a family of athletes and entrepreneurs, Caleb Smith is the perfect example of that. Caleb Smith is the founder and CEO of CVS Entertainment and a franchise owner of Contender eSports in Cary, NC. CVS Entertainment provides premium encounters to improve the esports community, mainly in the Triangle area of North Carolina. Caleb is also the founder and owner of the clothing brand...
2021-04-2939 minEsports Connected With Megan Van PettenThe Transition From Traditional Sports to Esports
There is no doubt talent plays a significant role in any success story; however, talent only is not enough. The right mindset, proper guidance, and putting in the work are also necessary. Coming from a family of athletes and entrepreneurs, Caleb Smith is the perfect example of that. Caleb Smith is the founder and CEO of CVS Entertainment and a franchise owner of Contender eSports in Cary, NC. CVS Entertainment provides premium encounters to improve the esports community, mainly in the Triangle area of North Carolina. Caleb is also the founder and owner of the clothing brand...
2021-04-2939 min
Esports Connected With Megan Van PettenThe Power of the Esports Community With James O'HaganThe power of the esports community is a real thing, and gone are the days where gaming made you more excluded from the world around you. In fact, kids who are into gaming and esports are actually learning many of the tools they’ll need in order to be connected to a world of the future.James O’Hagan, is passionate about bringing the world of esports and gaming to the school districts and finding ways to teach the power of this world to parents who still aren’t sure they want their kids playing games all day.
2021-04-1549 minEsports Connected With Megan Van PettenThe Power of the Esports Community With James O'Hagan
The power of the esports community is a real thing, and gone are the days where gaming made you more excluded from the world around you. In fact, kids who are into gaming and esports are actually learning many of the tools they’ll need in order to be connected to a world of the future.James O’Hagan, is passionate about bringing the world of esports and gaming to the school districts and finding ways to teach the power of this world to parents who still aren’t sure they want their kids playing games all day.
2021-04-1549 min
Esports Connected With Megan Van PettenUnderstanding Valuations for Esports CompaniesAre business valuations different for the esports industry than other industries? And what’s important for founders to understand when seeking investors and understanding what their business is worth?These are just some of the questions that Rohan Bose discusses with Megan in this episode of Esports Connected.Rohan is an Associate at Teknos Associates, focused on helping those in the world of esports understand how to fairly evaluate their company.Rohan talks about his history in the world of esports, and what he’s excited most about as the world starts to open...
2021-03-2430 minEsports Connected With Megan Van PettenUnderstanding Valuations for Esports Companies
Are business valuations different for the esports industry than other industries? And what’s important for founders to understand when seeking investors and understanding what their business is worth?These are just some of the questions that Rohan Bose discusses with Megan in this episode of Esports Connected.Rohan is an Associate at Teknos Associates, focused on helping those in the world of esports understand how to fairly evaluate their company.Rohan talks about his history in the world of esports, and what he’s excited most about as the world starts to open...
2021-03-2430 min
Esports Business Network PodcastEBNP #033 - ROB “StreetTacoEater” DAVIS (DELTA V ESPORTS)EBN Podcast #033, our guest is Rob "StreetTacoEater" Davis, the Head Honcho of Delta V Esports. Rob is extraordinarily talented having built a serious following around his company Delta V Esports and ofcourse a health streaming career as a Twitch Streamer. Rob has accomplished a lot in Gaming & Esports having ran a LAN Center, helped players & content creators build their careers in Gaming & Esports, and raised a family of gamers in his household. In this podcast, Rob and I get to chat about the history of Esports, what it takes to be successful in the industry, and where the industry...
2021-03-0851 min
TBD: Beyond the BasementInterview #3: Ben Feferman, CEO at Amuka EsportsIn the second of our series of interviews on the business side of esports & gaming, we chatted with Ben Feferman and he gave us some absolute gold on his experiences in the gaming and esports space, and where the opportunities lie.He is the CEO of Amuka Esports, Canada's leader in gaming venues, online leagues, esports media and competitive teams. He is also the co-founder of Level SUX esports incubator, the country's first and only incubator for early stage esports startups, and still works in securities trading with his business Amauko Capital. A very busy man with...
2021-02-1530 minThe DLC Drop PodcastThe Evolution of the Esports Experience - Kim MeltzerHow can the world of esports and gaming continue to evolve, allow for a bigger vision, and provide a path for growth? This is what Kim Meltzer discusses with John in this week’s episode of The DLC Drop Podcast.Kim Meltzer, CEO of Destination Esports, has an extensive background in esports and gaming, and she shares some of the stories of how she received the nickname “Cod Mom”, how this industry has evolved over the years, but what’s still on the table of things that need to be done. Plus they discuss the important factors that any...
2021-02-0357 min
Esports Business Network PodcastEBNP #023 - BRUNO SILVA (LAG MOBILE ESPORTS)Welcome to the Esports Business Network Podcast, I am your host Trent Knox. I'm the Founder & CEO of Esports Business Network. This is episode number 23 of the EBNP, our guest is Bruno Luiz Silva, the Chief Executive Officer & Product Manager for LAG Mobile Esports. Bruno established LAG Mobile Esports to draw more attention to the market segment of Mobile Esports through establishing and participating in tournaments in his home country of Portugal. LAG Mobile Esports is an International Esports Organization that is representing players, streamers, events, geek, nerd, and gamer culture around the world. In this podcast, we get t...
2020-12-2850 min
Geaux Play Esports(S2E5) - Special Guest Kwesi Hayford - EsportsGhana | Founder: Kiddie EsportsKwesi Hayford is an Esports Evangelist, Creative Designer, and Digital Media enthusiast with a passion for youth culture, technology and education. He inspires and empowers young people to create opportunities for themselves in digital media for the socio-economic growth for Africa.Currently creating synergy, developing collaborations of Esports with all stakeholders both Ghana and internationally with the Ghana Esports Association which focuses on grassroots participation and content creation.Kwesi Hayford has been very instrumental in organizing Esports events and helping professional gaming communities develop.He is also founding member of the Africa Esports Championship...
2020-12-0951 min
BIG Esports Podcast#106 - An Esports Conference Worth Visiting; Esports BAR Does It Different - With Débora Atala & Maria Perez-Bellière at Esports BARAn Esports Conference Worth Visiting; Esports BAR Does It Different
In this episode, Chris talks with Débora Atala & Maria Perez-Bellière - Head of Content & Marketing and Global Sales Manager at Esports BAR.
Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Anchor
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Esports BAR
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2020-10-2500 min
Esports Business Network PodcastEBNP #008 - SHIV BHAGNARI (ESPORTS SCHOOLS)In this weeks episode we talk with the 16 year old founder of Esports Schools. Shiv describes the importance of putting yourself out there and working hard. We also discuss the status of Esports in the Middle East, Covid-19, and more!
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2020-09-141h 00
Esports Business Network PodcastEBNP #007 - JEFF STANSFIELD (ESPORTS CIRCUS)In this weeks crazy episode, we speak with Jeff Stansfield. Jeff is the owner/ringleader at The Esports Circus. Tagging along for the ride is our guest host Brittany. Together we talk about what Jeff and his company provides to the world of Esports, and go in depth on some important questions for those that are looking to join the business.
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2020-09-0757 min
Esports Business Network PodcastEBNP #001 - SKY KAUWELOA (UHMANOA ESPORTS)In our inaugural episode we speak with Sky Kauweloa. Sky is a PHD candidate in the Communication and Information Sciences (CIS) program at the University of Hawaii for Esports research. We discuss his origin story and what inspired him to do the work he does, as well as, Gaming culture.
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2020-03-081h 22
BIG Esports Podcast#057 - Crossover Between F1, Esports and Sim Racing with James Baldwin - Esports Driver Veloce EsportsCrossover Between F1, Esports and Sim Racing with James Baldwin - Esports Driver Veloce Esports
Shot Notes
https://www.bigesports.gg/57
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2019-10-241h 03BIG Esports Podcast#051 - Esports Data and Analytics with Matthew Gunnin - Founder and CEO of Esports OneIn this episode, Chris talks Esports Data and Analytics with Matthew Gunnin, Founder and CEO of Esports One.
Show notes
https://www.bigesports.gg/51
Guest - Matthew Gunnin
LinkedIn
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2019-09-121h 19
The Esports Observer Podcast#42: NRG Esports CEO Andy Miller on Fortnite World Cup, SF Shock, Industry TrajectoryThe TEO Podcast is an esports business discussion show. Every episode, we discuss the most game-changing developments, exciting opportunities, and pressing challenges facing the competitive video gaming ecosystem.
This episode is an in-depth, extended discussion with the co-founder and CEO of NRG Esports, which competes across multiple games including Counter-Strike, Rocket League, and Apex Legends. The organization hit it big recently after the team’s Fortnite player EpikWhale placed third at the game’s World Cup, taking home $1.2M, and their Overwatch League franchise San Francisco Shock has had a monumental year competitively.
The topics discussed include:
- Ninja moving to M...
2019-08-151h 03BIG Esports Podcast#037 - University Esports, Structure and Funding In this episode, Chris talks about University Esports with Nick from QUT Esports, Tim from UQU Esports and Andrew from Murdoch Esports.
Show notes
https://www.bigesports.gg/37
Nick Lynch - QUT Esports
Tim Joyce - UQU Esports
Andrew Amos - Murdoch Esports
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2019-05-301h 12BIG Esports Podcast#032 - High School EsportsWith esports a global phenomenon, High School Esports clubs are starting in schools across the globe.
Join Chris as he talks with Woody Wu about High School Esports. (League Commissioner, META High School Esports)
Show Notes:
https://www.bigesports.gg/32
Woody Wu
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META High School Esports
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2019-04-261h 13
The Esports Startup#6 The Esports Pro Panel | Talking Week 1 LCS Playoffs with CG's Damonte & Vulcan!Thanks for tuning in to our first-ever episode of The Esports Pro Panel! To our loyal "The Esports Startup" listeners, we have another episode coming soon and we hope you enjoy this while you wait!
This was a fairly last minute content collaboration between Esports One, Parkes Ousley, Tanner (Damonte), Philippe (Vulcan) and Clutch Gaming. Huge thank you to Parkes for hosting the episode and organizing with our guests, Tanner and Philippe for being down to record a last-minute podcast and providing some incredible insights, and Clutch Gaming for enabling the last minute content...
2019-03-291h 13BIG Esports Podcast#017 - Non-Endemics in Esports with Scott Russell (HOYTS Esports) and Matt Jones (OVO)In this episode we talk with Non-Endemics in Esports with Scott Russell (HOYTS Esports) and Matt Jones (OVO).
Show Notes:
https://www.bigesports.gg/17
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2019-01-102h 17
The Next Level Esports PodcastTNL Esports Podcast 016: Andy Babb, EVP of Super League GamingThe Next Level Esports Podcast 016 features the 2nd Esports Industry guest. On this edition:
Andy Babb, EVP of Super League Gaming
Our Chat:
-Intro To Super League Gaming
-Movie Theaters And Esports
-Opportunities For Parents
-Minecraft And Esports
-City Based Esports
-Super League Gaming Future
-Brand Sponsorships
-Pro Sports and Esports
Enjoy the conversation!
2017-01-2616 min
The Next Level Esports PodcastTNL Esports Podcast 017: The Indian Esports OpportunityThe Next Level Esports Podcast 017, with Kevin Knocke on SiriusXM Esports Radio:
We chat:
-The New Indian Esports Opportunity
-Indian Esports Leagues
-Mobile Esports in 2017
-Facebook and Blizzard's Exclusive Broadcast Rights Partnership
Enjoy the conversation!
2017-01-2515 min
The Next Level Esports PodcastTNL Esports Podcast 009: Pro Sports and EsportsThe Next Level Esports Podcast 009, with Kevin Knocke on SiriusXM Esports Radio:
We chat about:
-Marc Cuban and Esports
-Why Pro Teams Invest In Esports
-Current Esports Team Marketplace and Valuations
Enjoy the conversation!
2016-10-1015 min
The Esports Revue PodcastWhat Defines Esports? - The Esports Revue Podcast Ep. 9On this episode of "The Esports Revue", we take a deep dive into the people that comprise esports.
Reference Article: http://esportsmaybe.com/esports-maybe-esports-revue-podcast-ep-9/
What Defines Esports?
The short answer is, people. People make up and define esports. Players and other parties involved in the competitive gaming industry are the most important component. Without the people, esports wouldn't have massive crowds or salivating sponsors. Without them, we wouldn't have player's willing to spend 18 hours per day practicing. Without the people, esports would be really damn boring.
Brief History of Competitive Gaming
Video games have been around forever, but esports finds...
2016-03-2354 min
The Esports Revue PodcastWho Needs an Esports Savior? (Guest, David "BowmanShoota" Bowman) - The Esports Revue Podcast Ep. 7Who will be the leader of competitive gaming?
Reference Article: http://esportsmaybe.com/savior-esports-esports-revue-ep-7/
Esports needs self sacrificing individuals trained in the art of aretē.
Origin of “Esports Jesus” AKA Esports Leader
This conversation started last week while discussing what criteria an individual would need to lead the building of a healthy gaming community. Check out “Building Healthy Gaming Communities – The Esports Revue Ep. 6” for more context. We coined the term “Esports Jesus”; moving forward we would like to be more inclusive and refer to these people simply as esports leaders.
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