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The DLC Drop PodcastThe DLC Drop PodcastWhy It's Hard to Compare Esports to Traditional SportsWe are no longer in a world where we have to justify encouraging our youth to play video games, but even with the evolution of the industry, there is still a long way to go before esports can officially go head-to-head with traditional sports.In this episode of the DLC Drop Podcast, John is joined by Glenn Plat, Co-Director of Esports ta Miami University. Glenn has an incredible history and was one of the first to bring an esports program to a university.Glenn and John discuss the differences between traditional sports and esports, and...2022-11-301h 00The DLC Drop PodcastThe DLC Drop PodcastCreative Ways Brands Can Work With Esports and AnimeWe all know there are a lot of opportunities for brands to get involved in the world of esports and gaming. Often times they miss out on the right opportunities and determine that gaming and esports can’t provide them the ROI that they would like. Tatiana Tacca joins John in this episode of the DLC Drop to discuss how brands can get creative when it comes to getting involved in the world of esports and gaming, and she also discusses some of the most interesting ways brands are getting involved and seeing success. Tatiana is t...2022-11-0958 minThe DLC Drop PodcastThe 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 PodcastThe 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 01The DLC Drop PodcastThe 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 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 minThe DLC Drop PodcastThe 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 minThe DLC Drop PodcastThe 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 minThe DLC Drop PodcastThe DLC Drop PodcastHow Esports Teams Can Generate More Revenue From PartnershipsThis week, we are joined by Justin Varghese to talk about esports, marketing, and partnerships. Justin is in charge of Sales and Marketing Partnerships at Panda. He is an event speaker, esports broadcaster and evangelist, taco aficionado, and a dear friend.He shared a holistic view of the esports ecosystem, developed through his vast experience in the industry. Justin gives his thoughts on the struggle of esports teams to generate revenue from partnerships and how they address the issue at Panda. We also talk about the different strategies to attract sponsors, including the tricky ones a...2022-06-0853 minThe DLC Drop PodcastThe 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 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 00The DLC Drop PodcastThe 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 minEsports Metaverse & BeyondEsports 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 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 00The DLC Drop PodcastThe DLC Drop PodcastFrom the NFL to Esports, Optimizing the Way Athletes TrainExcept for the obvious difference in the physical output traditional sports requires from their athletes, the training programs for traditional sports and competitive gaming athletes are pretty similar. When putting together training programs for traditional sports and esports athletes, our guest, Taylor Johnson, focuses on five focal points: psychological, physiological, cultural, neurological, and tactical. However, when working with gamers, Taylor makes sure he also works their cardiovascular fitness for longevity and cognitive performance. Taylor Johnson is a Performance Optimization Coach, Project Manager, Speaker, Author, and Founder of Taylor Johnson Performance, LLC. He worked with the Sa...2022-02-0957 minThe DLC Drop PodcastThe DLC Drop PodcastThe Past, Present, and Future of EsportsThe evolution of technology has always been seen as something positive; faster and more efficient tech turns people and companies' lives easier. However, when we take technology as a component of our business, there are so many things happening simultaneously that it requires a lot of effort and resources to make sure we stay at the top of the game. To our guest, Chris Hana, this "catch up" game with technology is what most companies are struggling with right now. Chris Hana is the Founder and CEO of The Esports Observer (TEO). He is a Media Executive w...2021-12-0149 minThe DLC Drop PodcastThe DLC Drop PodcastThe Metaverse and the Future of Gaming and EsportsThe Digital Isle of Man is a private/public initiative created within the Isle of Man Government's Department for Enterprise, developed to incentivize the growth and prosperity of tech-based companies, which represent 30% of the Island's economy. The action's primary goal is to support and sustain the economic growth and establish the Island as a center of international excellence for the digital economy. To teach us more about this particular project is Chris Kissack.Chris is the Esports Advisor of the Digital Isle of Man. He is a lifelong gamer and esports solutions specialist, utterly passionate a...2021-11-031h 01The DLC Drop PodcastThe DLC Drop PodcastBuilding His Own Path In EsportsWhen leaders have some hands-on experience, they're more likely to develop authentic connections with their teams and external collaborators. To Chris Smith, our guest today, who had spent more than 10 years working at virtually any position in the industry before becoming a CEO, experienced hands-on leaders are kind of a cheat code. Chris Smith is the Founder and CEO of Big Esports, an esports and gaming PR consultant firm. Chris has worked in every role in the gaming industry: top-level competitive player, commentator, tournament coordinator, PR and marketing representative, and consultant, t...2021-10-2049 minThe DLC Drop PodcastThe DLC Drop PodcastWelcoming Brands Into the World of EsportsThe gaming community is known for being a little hermetic; for some brands and companies, it feels like it is a small knitting club. To Billy Le Voir-Barry, our guest today, the best way to get into it is to put away the jacket, go to startups, meetups, turn off the sales DNA and interact with the community, in his own words: "just go on and be."This is the kind of approach IBM applied during the time he worked there, with incredible success. Billy Le Voir-Barry is the President, Chief of Esports, and Gaming V...2021-09-2951 minThe DLC Drop PodcastThe DLC Drop PodcastInspiring Others and Making a Difference in the World of Esports With E.Jay MirandaIt’s with heavy hearts that we have to talk about today’s episode. Today, John welcomes E.Jay Miranda, and unfortunately, shortly after recording this, E.Jay passed away.If there's one thing we can take from this discussion is E.Jay's passion for life, his ability to identify opportunities and go for them, and his heart for helping others along the way. He shares with John why he chose to move to the Philippines to take on the General Manager role with LuponWXC, his plans for seeing esports grow in the Philippines, and why his pass...2021-08-1841 minThe DLC Drop PodcastThe DLC Drop PodcastBridging the Gap Between Business and Gaming with Dan CicconeAlthough the esports industry has been around for the last 20 plus years and exploded in the US over the previous four years, Dan Ciccone believes that the audience has always been there. He also believes that most brands struggle to get into the industry because they focus only on data and engagement and ignore awareness. Dan Ciccone is the Founder and CEO of STACKED ENTERTAINMENT, a gaming agency specializing in property representation and content development in esports and gaming. He facilitated $45 plus million in transactions and represented properties like OpTic Gaming, Splyce, Esports Awards, Dexerto.com, GameTrailers, a...2021-08-0459 minThe DLC Drop PodcastThe DLC Drop PodcastHonoring the Esports Industry With Mike AshfordRecognition and validation are perhaps two of the most desired achievements of every human being. The fulfillment of a big victory might only be compared by the recognition of colleagues and competitors. That is one of the many reasons why the Esports Awards exist; to recognize excellence, create a legacy, and honor the industry.  Our guest for today's show is Mike Ashford, an enthusiastic, expert digital marketer, former Managing Director, and now CEO of the Esports Awards.  We had a fantastic conversation about Mike's journey in the industry, the Esports Awards evolution, growth, and values. We a...2021-07-1459 minEports Futuri E-Zine PodcastEports Futuri E-Zine PodcastThe Great American Esports Street Tour With Rob 'Street' DavisAlthough we feel the gaming industry is already huge, we are only at the beginning. Rob "Street" Davis is convinced that the brunt of work and growth will come from people that are not even making money right now in esports. To him, in five or ten years, the conversations around gaming and esports will be different, and validity in the industry won't be an issue anymore. Rob "Street" Davis is the Founder of Delta V Esports, an organization dedicated to forging culture and opportunity in esports. Rob is also a content creator, a streamer, and a Discoverer of how...2021-06-2522 minThe DLC Drop PodcastThe DLC Drop PodcastThe Power of Your Network in Esports and Gaming With John YoungerJohn Younger remembers being in his father's car, his father picking important calls from his car phone, popular in the '80s and '90s. He could never tell if his father was talking to a friend, a colleague from work, a client, or a potential partner; the old man would treat everyone the same way. Creating meaningful and authentic relationships at work is something John picked up naturally from his father. In this episode, John is joined by John Younger, Vice President of Esports & Gaming at Pivot. John is the former President of Signal Fire Sports & E...2021-06-2353 minThe DLC Drop PodcastThe DLC Drop PodcastCreating Worldwide Esports Communities With Kye BrowningSoon after he started organizing LAN parties and gaming events, Kye learned that those meetings were a lot more than just playing video games. It was a safe space for hundreds of students and young people in general to grow a sense of community, of belonging, and to learn life skills in a comfortable setting.Joining John in this episode is Kye Browning; he is the Director of Esports at Us Sports Camps. Kye founded and was Executive Director for three years of UVU Esports, where he created a space on the Utah University campus for gamers...2021-06-1658 minThe DLC Drop PodcastThe 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 01Dr. Marc\'s MasterclassDr. Marc's MasterclassThe Role of Higher Education in Esports With Dr. Glenn Platt and Dr. Phil AlexanderWhat does it take to make a great game? Dr. Glenn Platt believes that it is needed much more than just game development. We need to consider the artwork, a fantastic story, its narrative, the music, and the business model, among other elements. He believes that great games have a horizontal approach, considering all those details; it is not about computer science only. Today Dr. Marc is joined by Dr. Glenn Platt and Dr. Phil Alexander, and they have a great conversation about esports and gaming and its relationship with high education. Dr. Glenn Platt...2021-05-3153 minDr. Marc\'s MasterclassDr. Marc's MasterclassDr. Marc's Masterclass - Resiliency and Esports With John DavidsonThe esports and gaming industry offers a broad set of possibilities for students from almost every specialty; communicators, marketers, accountants, lawyers, psychologists, designers, software developers, and many more. That's one thing John Davidson loves most about the industry he's helping to develop and grow. Today's guest is John Davidson, a TEDx and Keynote Speaker, Chairman of the Esports Trade Association, founder of the Davidson Learning Center, and host of The DLC Drop Podcast. John's background as a lifelong skateboarder gave him a consistent perspective of life; after falling and failing at something, he would step up and t...2021-05-1757 minEports Futuri E-Zine PodcastEports Futuri E-Zine PodcastLeading the Next Generation of Esports Execs With Harley ParksCertain stereotypes surround esports organizations, like white men in their mid-twenties, running around and baking crazy content. There are also companies focused on their region, perhaps not considering diversity seriously.  Those are some of the reasons why Harley Parks decided to create BearClaw Esports, an organization headquartered in Seoul, South Korea.  At age 17, Harley Parks is the CEO of BearClaw Esports and High School Student. She is also CEO of Soarose Networking and Security, President GameOn Korea of ASEAN Youth Organization, Esports Consultant at MAP Esports Network, Inc, and Esports Manager at Medusa Gaming Sdn Bhd. She is also a pa...2021-05-1433 minThe DLC Drop PodcastThe DLC Drop PodcastMaking Esports Accessible To All With Philip HübnerUnless you are the talent or already have the connections, getting into any industry means starting from the lower position. Part of that journey could include unpaid internships, which could be seen as unpaid work or as time invested in your future. Philip Hübner, has a fantastic perspective to share about why starting at the bottom may not be so bad.Philip Hübner is the Chief Business Development Officer at Challengermode. This Swedish company offers online esports infrastructure to players, organizers, and developers. Challengermode sees itself as the railroad of esports, facilitating players' access to es...2021-05-1257 minDr. Marc\'s MasterclassDr. 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 minThe Dive | Driven by Kia - A League of Legends Esports PodcastThe Dive | Driven by Kia - A League of Legends Esports PodcastThe Dive | * Esports Certified * MSI Group PredictionsIn this week's episode of The Dive presented by Honda (S5 E15), Kobe, Azael, and MarkZ discuss the MSI Groups, Patch 11.9 and which player at MSI they'd want on their team. MSI kicks off with Cloud9 vs. Damwon at 6AM PT May 6th! Don't miss it! Remember you can send us your questions on Twitter using #thedivelol or send us your voice messages on https://anchor.fm/the-dive-esports-podcast/message Also we can't get enough of your funny Apple reviews, so keep ’em coming. You can also watch The Dive on Youtube! https://www.you...2021-05-041h 38Eports Futuri E-Zine PodcastEports Futuri E-Zine PodcastA Storied Career In Esports With John BlevinsJohn Blevins has one of the incredible stories about his path into the world of esports. From starting out as a fan of streaming, to starting his own podcast, then to landing a job as a Sales Manager for Wisdom Gaming, he is the true proof that a passion and hard work can take you far. In this episode of the Esports Futuri E-Zine Podcast, John joins Chauntel to share his journey, what he regrets the most about streaming, and why he’s so excited about the future of esports and gaming. You can connect with John at: https://www.li...2021-04-3023 minDr. Marc\'s MasterclassDr. Marc's MasterclassThe Economic & Social Impact of Esports With Eric GriffinConsidered the second biggest esports hotspot in the country, the Dallas-Fort Worth region is the perfect intersection of sports, tech, and sports business in general. Eric Griffin believes that after industry giants like OpTic Gaming, compLexity Gaming, Team Envy, and Mavs Gaming have chosen the region as headquarters, opportunities have multiplied for gamers, teams, educators, and corporations.Eric Griffin is the Managing Director of Research and Innovation at the Dallas Regional Chamber. Eric holds a Bachelor of Science in Political Science from Southern Methodist University, and a Master in Public Policy in Environmental Policy, and a Master...2021-04-261h 01The DLC Drop PodcastThe DLC Drop PodcastBuilding Esports Brands With Simon BennettEven with a terrific start, many esports and gaming companies fail in the long term not because they don't deliver premium quality work, but because they don't prepare themselves to scale. Simon Bennett believes that thinking about how to scale and grow is the "boring part" of running a business, and that's why people avoid doing it, and it is what ends up swallowing them at the end. Simon was born in the UK. He is the Co-Owner and CEO at AoE Creative. He is also the Founder & Director at WE ARE SEED Ltd, a company that...2021-04-211h 03Eports Futuri E-Zine PodcastEports Futuri E-Zine PodcastEsports Insights With AoE CreativeThe power of the brand is extremely important, and this is more true than ever in the world of esports. Co-Owners of AoE Creative, Simon Bennett and Markel Lee join Chauntel Busche and her guest host Donte Jackson to discuss their journey into esports, why branding is so important, and some insights on what’s to come in the world of esports and gaming. You can learn more by visiting: https://aoecreative.com/ https://twitter.com/AoECreative The branding of esports and building the narrative and story Markel_Lee - https://twitter.com/Markel_Lee Simon_Bennett - https://twitter.co...2021-04-1652 minDr. Marc\'s MasterclassDr. Marc's MasterclassDiversity In Esports With Keshia WalkerThe esports industry is generating billions every year, and everyone seems interested in participating in it, higher education institutions included. However, it took almost 7 years for HBCUs to offer scholarships in competitive esports since Chicago's Robert Morris offered a varsity-level scholarship for the first time in 2014.Keshia Walker, a lifetime gamer, is President of Insight Marketing and the Founder and CEO of the Black Collegiate Gaming Association (BCGA), destined to connect young Black College students with internships and full-time career opportunities in the gaming and esports industry. In this episode, we discuss the importance of i...2021-04-1244 minEports Futuri E-Zine PodcastEports Futuri E-Zine PodcastWhy The Rise of Esports Is Just Getting Started With Charles ConroyEsports and Gaming are industries with unlimited opportunities, and no one knows this better than Charles Conroy. Charles is an ‘OG’ in the esports world, being part of one of the very early pro teams in the industry. Through the rise and fall of success, and then back on top, Charles has lived through some incredible experiences in the world of esports.  In this episode of the Esports Futui E-Zine Podcast, Charles and Chauntel discuss how others can get in on this industry, whether you’re a gaming lover, or a corporation looking to connect with an incredibly loyal customer demogra...2021-04-0221 minBIG Esports PodcastBIG Esports Podcast#113 - Building An Esports Ecosystem - With Justin Kenna & Jan Neumeister - GameSquare EsportsBuilding An Esports Ecosystem In this episode, Chris talks with Justin Kenna & Jan Neumeister - GameSquare Esports Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Anchor Show Notes Guest - Justin Kenna Linkedin Guest - Jan Neumeister Linkedin Host - Chris Smith: LinkedIn Twitter --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/big-esports/message2021-03-241h 01The DLC Drop PodcastThe DLC Drop PodcastBrand Activations In Esports With Ben NicholEvents can help to elevate brands in big ways, and if there’s one industry where this is especially true, it's esports.Ben Nichol has an incredible history with esports, starting out as a player, to a caster, and then working in events for Red Bull. Now the Sr. Account Executive at Next Generation Esports (NGE), he shares his journey with John Davidson in this episode of The DLC Drop Podcast.Ben also shares the inside tips of what makes brands stand out in the world of esports along with the can’t miss details when...2021-03-1048 minEports Futuri E-Zine PodcastEports Futuri E-Zine PodcastPursuing Opportunities In Esports With Olivia RichmanMany are finding themselves interested in esports, but unsure how to get involved in the industry. Whether it’s through content, playing, or even investing, the opportunities are endless, but you just need to find the place to engage in. Olivia Richards has done just that by finding ways she can use her training in journalism to help those in the world of esports stand out through amazing content. Olivia, an Associate Editor with Team Liquid and Content Director with Sportskeeda and our own MAP Esports, talks to Chauntel this week about her experience working in esports. They discuss what br...2021-02-1924 minThe DLC Drop PodcastThe 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 minEports Futuri E-Zine PodcastEports Futuri E-Zine PodcastMAP Esports Founder - Jacob MilesThere’s no other perfect guest for the Esports Futuri E-Zine Podcast than the founder of Esports Futuri and MAP Esports, Jacob Miles. Jacob shares his incredible story of going from growing up in the projects to working in engineering, to eventually Kenner Toys. It was at Kenner where he met a man you may know named George Lucas and was part of the team who developed the toys for Star Wars. Jacob shares why he has such a passion for esports and gaming, and what’s to come not only for this industry but this incredible company that he’s buil...2021-01-0632 minGeaux Play EsportsGeaux 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 minGeaux Play EsportsGeaux Play Esports(S2EP3) - Special Guest Jason Kirby of Generation EsportsJason Kirby is the CEO of Generation Esports (GenE) is the platform that operates the entire scholastic esports pipeline - Middle School Esports League (MSEL), High School Esports League (HSEL), & the NJCAAE collegiate league.2020-11-1933 minBIG Esports PodcastBIG 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 Show Notes Guests Débora Atala's LinkedIn Maria Perez-Bellière's LinkedIn Esports BAR Host - Chris Smith: LinkedIn Twitter --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/big-esports/message2020-10-2500 minBIG Esports PodcastBIG Esports Podcast#103 - Football Meets Esports, Asia As A Cheap Growth Market, Fostering A Culture In Talon - With Sean Zhang - CEO & Cofounder at Talon EsportsFootball Meets Esports, Asia As A Cheap Growth Market, Fostering A Culture In Talon In this episode, Chris talks with Sean Zhang - CEO & Cofounder at Talon Esports Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Anchor Show Notes Guest - Sean Zhang LinkedIn Twitter Host - Chris Smith: LinkedIn Twitter --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/big-esports/message2020-10-011h 02Geaux Play EsportsGeaux Play EsportsEpisode 29: Interview with Charles Spencer of EMU EsportsCharles Spencer started in the field of traditional sports with the Brooklyn Nets, as an intern for the semester he was working at the Barclays Center for Nets games in the Arena Operations Department. Then also had stints as assistant equipment manager for the Men's Basketball and Baseball teams. After college, Charles was hired to the New York Red Bulls' Event Marketing Staff and stayed with them for three years. He helped them with many of the team events, including games at Red Bull Arena, Youth soccer festivals, and creating FIFA tournaments. During that time Charles was hired at the after-s...2020-06-2829 minBIG Esports PodcastBIG Esports Podcast#89 - From corporate to startup. From adidas to esports - With Robin McCammon - Chief Commercial Officer at Excel Esports#89 - From corporate to startup. From adidas to esports With Robin McCammon - Chief Commercial Officer at Excel Esports Show Notes Guest - Robin McCammon LinkedIn Twitter Host - Chris Smith: LinkedIn Twitter --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/big-esports/message2020-06-0849 minInside EsportsInside EsportsTres deseos (y medio) para el futuro de los esports - Inside Esports 1x10Esto es Inside Esports, el podcast que busca ahondar en los deportes electrónicos y rescatar las mejores historias para darles el tiempo que necesitan para ser contadas. En este décimo y último episodio de la primera temporada consideramos oportuno realizar una labor de futurólogos a la vez que evidenciar nuestros deseos. En los esports siempre se habla de futuro y nuestro programa se centra en el pasado, con perfiles de jugadores o equipos, o en presente, con noticias de actualidad a las que le sacamos punta. Como broche final a una primera temporada que esperamos que os haya...2020-06-0337 minBIG Esports PodcastBIG Esports Podcast#086 - Doing Esports Right. Why You Need To Lawyer Up - With Justin Jacobson - Esports & Entertainment AttorneyDoing Esports Right. Why You Need To Lawyer Up  With Justin Jacobson - Esports & Entertainment Attorney Show Notes Guest - Justin Jacobson LinkedIn Twitter Host - Chris Smith: LinkedIn Twitter --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/big-esports/message2020-05-181h 22BIG Esports PodcastBIG Esports Podcast#083 - Esports in South-East Asia. Bigger Than Mobile Games - With Allan Phang - Regional Head of Marketing & PR at EVOS EsportsEsports in South-East Asia. Bigger Than Mobile Games With Allan Phang - Regional Head of Marketing & PR at EVOS Esports Show Notes Guest - Allan Phang LinkedIn Twitter Host - Chris Smith: LinkedIn Twitter --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/big-esports/message2020-04-271h 12BIG Esports PodcastBIG Esports Podcast#079 - Sim Racing In The Spotlight. When Esports Is The Only Sport Standing - With Jamie MacLaurin - Co-Founder of Veloce EsportsSim Racing In The Spotlight. When Esports Is The Only Sport Standing with Jamie MacLaurin - Co-Founder of Veloce Esports Show Notes https://www.bigesports.gg/79 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/big-esports/message2020-03-301h 03Inside EsportsInside EsportsSalud mental y situaciones límite en los esports - Inside Esports 1x01Bienvenidos a Inside Esports, el podcast que busca ahondar en los deportes electrónicos y rescatar las mejores historias para darles el tiempo que necesitan para ser contadas. Este primer programa acerca lo duros que son los deportes electrónicos y lo que exigen a los jugadores profesionales. No tanto como una reinvindicación de los esports frente al deporte tradicional, si no para evidenciar que aún queda mucho camino por recorrer en la verdadera profesionalización en áreas clave. Gracias a Millenium España por hacer posible este podcast.2020-02-1923 minBIG Esports PodcastBIG Esports Podcast#059 - Casting in Esports Building your Experience with Toby 'TobiWan' Dawson - Esports Commentator for DOTA 2Casting in Esports Building your Experience with Toby 'TobiWan' Dawson - Esports Commentator for DOTA 2 Shot Notes https://www.bigesports.gg/59 Guest - Toby 'TobiWan' Dawson LinkedIn Twitter Host - Chris Smith LinkedIN Twitter --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/big-esports/message2019-11-071h 26BIG Esports PodcastBIG Esports Podcast#058 - Esports in Brazil, Passion and Engagement with Eric Teixeira, CEO of Mais EsportsEsports in Brazil, Passion and Engagement with Eric Teixeira - CEO of Mais Esports Shot Notes https://www.bigesports.gg/58 Guest - Eric Teixeira LinkedIn Twitter Host - Chris Smith LinkedIN Twitter --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/big-esports/message2019-10-311h 12BIG Esports PodcastBIG 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 Guest -  James Baldwin LinkedIn Twitter  Host - Chris Smith LinkedIN Twitter --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/big-esports/message2019-10-241h 03BIG Esports PodcastBIG Esports Podcast#055 - KFC in Games Esports v Gaming with Drew Townley - CEO at Kairos EsportsKFC in Games Esports v Gaming with Drew Townley - CEO at Kairos Esports Show notes https://www.bigesports.gg/55 Guest -  Drew Townley LinkedIn Host - Chris Smith LinkedIN Twitter --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/big-esports/message2019-10-101h 05BIG Esports PodcastBIG Esports Podcast#052 - Startups and Gamification in Esports with Mervyn Lau - CEO at TOKIGAMESIn this episode, Chris talks Start-Ups and Gamification in Esports with Mervyn Lau - CEO of TOKIGAMES Show notes https://www.bigesports.gg/52 Guest - Mervyn Lau LinkedIn Twitter TOKIGAMES Website BIG Esports Links Podcast Episodes         Discord         Facebook         Discussion Group          Host - Chris Smith LinkedIN Twitter --- Send...2019-09-191h 00BIG Esports PodcastBIG 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 Twitter Esports One - Website BIG Esports Links Podcast Episodes       Discord       Facebook       Discussion Group        Host - Chris Smith LinkedIN Twitter --- Send in...2019-09-121h 19BIG Esports PodcastBIG Esports Podcast#048 - Esports Mergers and the State of the MarketIn this episode, Chris talks Esports Mergers and the State of the Market with Nick Bobir, CEO of ICON and Managing Director of Chiefs ESC Show notes https://www.bigesports.gg/48 Nick Bobir LinkedIn Twitter BIG Esports Links Podcast Episodes Discord Facebook Discussion Group  Host: www.twitter.com/smithymayo --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/big-esports/message2019-08-221h 11BIG Esports PodcastBIG Esports Podcast#047 - Let's Talk Sales In EsportsIn this episode, Chris talks about Sales in Esports. Understanding The power of a great sales team, no matter what industry you’re currently operating in.  There are some esports & gaming companies that already employ great sales staff, take a look at FaZe clan for example with Jeffery Pabst and his team, but we’ve seen many others that do not.  In one week recently, we had 4 different esports entities, from Tier-2 teams to publisher-based leagues approach us and ask for help in selling sponsorship assets as a commission-only service.  While its great that we a...2019-08-1517 minBIG Esports PodcastBIG Esports Podcast#046 - REVISIT Non-Endemics in Esports In this episode we talk with Non-Endemics in Esports with Scott Russell (HOYTS Esports) and Matt Jones (OVO). Show Notes: https://www.bigesports.gg/46 Enjoy the episode?  Leave a 5 star rating to let us know we're on the right track! Scott Russell (HOYTS Esports) – LinkedIn Matt Jones (OVO) – LinkedIn BIG Esports Links  - Podcast Episodes  - Discord   - Facebook  - Di...2019-08-012h 15BIG Esports PodcastBIG Esports Podcast#045 -Engaging Youth and Grassroots Esports In this episode, Chris talks Engaging Youth and Grassroots Esports with Bretty Sullivan, Founder and CEO of Flaktest Gaming Show notes https://www.bigesports.gg/45 Brett Sullivan LinkedIn Twitter Flaktest  https://www.flaktest.com/  BIG Esports Links Podcast Episodes  Discord  Facebook  Discussion Group   Host: www.twitter.com/smithymayo   --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/big-esports/message2019-07-2551 minBIG Esports PodcastBIG Esports Podcast#044 - Esports and Gaming Start-Ups and FoundersIn this episode, Chris talks Esports and Gaming Start-Ups and Founders with Riad Chikhani, CEO at the GAMURS Group Show notes https://www.bigesports.gg/44  Riad Chikhani LinkedIn BIG Esports Links Podcast Episodes  Discord  Facebook  Discussion Group   Host: www.twitter.com/smithymayo   --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/big-esports/message2019-07-181h 11BIG Esports PodcastBIG Esports Podcast#043 - Wellness in Esports, Managing Stress to ProgressIn this episode, Chris talks Wellness in Esports with Kieran Blay, Co-founder and Director of Adeki Show notes https://www.bigesports.gg/43 Kieran Blay LinkedIn  BIG Esports Links Podcast Episodes  Discord  Facebook  Discussion Group   Host: www.twitter.com/smithymayo   --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/big-esports/message2019-07-1159 minBIG Esports PodcastBIG Esports Podcast#041 - Blockchain, Esports and Regulated Wagering In this episode, Chris talks Blockchain, Esports and Regulated Wagering with Rahul Sood, CEO and Co-Found of Unikrn Show notes https://www.bigesports.gg/41  Rahul Sood Twitter  LinkedIn BIG Esports Links Podcast Episodes  Discord  Facebook  Discussion Group   Host: www.twitter.com/smithymayo   --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/big-esports/message2019-06-2757 minBIG Esports PodcastBIG Esports Podcast#039 - Esports Pathway, Player, UX, BusinessIn this episode, Chris talks Esports Pathway, Player, UX, Business with Jamie Skella, Chief Strategy and Commercial Officer Show notes https://www.bigesports.gg/39 Jamie Skella LinkedIn BIG Esports Links Podcast Episodes  Discord  Facebook  Discussion Group   Host: www.twitter.com/smithymayo   --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/big-esports/message2019-06-131h 19BIG Esports PodcastBIG Esports Podcast#038 - Accounting for Esports and GamingIn this episode, Chris talks Accounting for Esports and Gaming with Chris Hillman, Director of Rise Family Accounting. Show notes https://www.bigesports.gg/38 Chris Hillman LinkedIn BIG Esports Links Podcast Episodes  Discord  Facebook  Discussion Group   Host: www.twitter.com/smithymayo   --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/big-esports/message2019-06-061h 03BIG Esports PodcastBIG 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 BIG Esports Links Podcast Episodes  Discord  Facebook  Discussion Group   Host: www.twitter.com/smithymayo   --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm...2019-05-301h 12BIG Esports PodcastBIG Esports Podcast#036 - Diversifying Growth for Esports OrganisationsIn this episode, Chris talks about Diversifying Growth for Esports Organisations with Ryan Nejmanowski, Special Projects Lead - Team Liquid & Liquid Media. Show notes https://www.bigesports.gg/36  Ryan Nejmanowski Twitter Linkedin  Team Liquid Website  BIG Esports Links Podcast Episodes  Discord  Facebook  Discussion Group   Host: www.twitter.com/smithymayo   --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/big-esports/message2019-05-231h 09BIG Esports PodcastBIG Esports Podcast#035 - From Traditional Sports to EsportsIn this episode, Chris talks about the transition between traditional sports to esports with Dave Harris, Managing Director - Guinevere Capital.  Show notes https://www.bigesports.gg/35 Dave Harris Twitter LinkedIn BIG Esports Links Podcast Episodes  Discord  Facebook  Discussion Group   Host: www.twitter.com/smithymayo   --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/big-esports/message2019-05-161h 03BIG Esports PodcastBIG 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 LinkedIn  Twitter  META High School Esports Website Learn with League Website BIG Esports Links Podcast Episodes   Discord  Facebook   Discussion Group   Host: www.twitter...2019-04-261h 13BIG Esports PodcastBIG Esports Podcast#031 - Grassroots Esports to Stadium EventsMost of us in the esports industry tend to have crazy journeys to how we got there. Join Chris as he talks with Josh Inman about Grassroots Esports  to Stadium Events. (Operations Manager at ESL Australia) Show Notes: https://www.bigesports.gg/31 Josh Inman Twitter ESL Australia BIG Esports Links Podcast Episodes  Discord  Facebook  Discussion Group   Host: www.twitter.com/smithymayo   --- Send in a voice message...2019-04-181h 17BIG Esports PodcastBIG Esports Podcast#030 - Launching an Esports Division in a Large OrganisationEver wonder how to start an esports division within your company? Join Chris as he talks with Walter Wang, starting as an Intern, now Director of Esports for HTC. Show Notes: https://www.bigesports.gg/30 Walter Wang – Twitter HTC Gaming BIG Esports Links Podcast Episodes  Discord  Facebook  Discussion Group   Host: www.twitter.com/smithymayo --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/big-esports/message2019-04-111h 07BIG Esports PodcastBIG Esports Podcast#028 - From Finance and Investment to Esports Employment (with James Bryce-Lind, VP of Business Development, BIG Esports)In this episode, Chris talks Finance and Investment to Esports Employment with James Bryce-Lind, VP of Business Development, BIG Esports. Show Notes: https://www.bigesports.gg/28 James Bryce-Lind LinkedIn james@shadecrew.com BIG Esports Links Podcast Episodes Discord Facebook Discussion Group   Host: www.twitter.com/smithymayo  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/big-esports/message2019-03-2947 minBIG Esports PodcastBIG Esports Podcast#026 - Simulation, Motor Racing & Esports with Simon Feigl, Sales and Marketing Manager, Motum Simulation In this episode, Chris talks Simulation, Motor Racing & Esports with Simon Feigl, Sales and Marketing Manager, Motum Simulation Show Notes: https://www.bigesports.gg/26 Simon Feigl LinkedIn Logitech G Atlus Esports Motum Simulation Virtual Sim Racing Showdowns BIG Esports Links Podcast Episodes  Discord   Facebook  Discussion Group   Host: www.twitter.com/smithymayo  --- Send in a...2019-03-141h 00BIG Esports PodcastBIG Esports Podcast#025 - Online Virtual Cycling Racing, A combination of Esports and Sports with Frank Garcia Founder of CVR EsportsIn this episode, Chris talks Online Virtual Cycling Racing, A combination of Esports and Sports with Frank Garcia Founder of CVR Esports. Show Notes: https://www.bigesports.gg/25 Frank Garcia CVRcade Website BIG Esports Links Podcast Episodes  Discord   Facebook  Discussion Group   Host: www.twitter.com/smithymayo  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/big-esports/message2019-03-071h 02BIG Esports PodcastBIG 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 Enjoy the episode?  Leave a 5 star rating to let us know we're on the right track! Scott Russell (HOYTS Esports) – LinkedIn Matt Jones (OVO) – LinkedIn BIG Esports Links  - Podcast Episodes  - Discord   - Facebook  - Disc...2019-01-102h 17BIG Esports PodcastBIG Esports Podcast#014 - Esports Investment & Employment @ Reload BarJoin us for our second live ticketed event. Hosted by Chris, this episode contains discussion around esports investment & employment, providing a discussion piece for anyone looking to start their journey. Featuring on this podcast is Rohan Sawyer (Bombers, QeSports) & Jim Andrews (Reload Bar), followed by an audience Q&A time. This is the first of many live podcast events, currently happening each month in different states around Australia. Do you want us at your venue, do you want to be on our podcast or have a suggestion for a great guest? Please submit them via our social channels, linked below. ...2018-09-181h 33BIG Esports PodcastBIG Esports Podcast#013 - Diversity in EsportsAs our first live ticketed event, join our host Chris as he discussed various topics of diversity and esports with two special guests - Stephanie You (CentreCom) & Zane Woodhead (GCAP 2018, GDAA). Followed by an audience Q&A, this chat covers a wide variety of points regarding diversity in esports, touching on tournament segregation, the end goal of diversity and more. This is the first of many live podcast events, currently happening each month in different states around Australia. Do you want us at your venue, do you want to be on our podcast or have a suggestion for a great...2018-08-161h 24The Next Level Esports PodcastThe Next Level Esports PodcastTNL Esports Podcast 021: Ricky Lumpkin, Co-Owner Flipsid3 TacticsThe Next Level Esports Podcast 021 features the 4th esports Industry guest. On this edition: Ricky Lumpkin, NFL Athlete and Co-Owner of Esports team Flipsid3 Tactics We chat about: -Why he was late for the Podcast -Drake -Esports -Why the NFL hasn't jumped in -What he loves about iRacing -Can I beat him in Street Fighter? (Yes) Enjoy our conversation!2017-03-0924 minThe Next Level Esports PodcastThe Next Level Esports PodcastTNL Esports Podcast 020: Jason Lake, CEO of Complexity GamingThe Next Level Esports Podcast 020 features the 3rd Industry guest, Jason Lake - CEO of Complexity Gaming. On this edition: We chat about: -Esports Investment -Potential Downside To The Windfall -Call Of Duty -Increase In Esports Investment -Build or Buy An Esports Team? -What Non-Endemic Brand Do You Want For Complexity? Enjoy the conversation!2017-03-0925 minThe Next Level Esports PodcastThe Next Level Esports PodcastTNL Esports Podcast 019: Esports Broadcast Rights and PPVThe Next Level Esports Podcast 019, with Kevin Knocke on SiriusXM Esports Radio: We chat: -Pay Per View...No -TV and Media Broadcast Rights -Esports Team Expenses vs. Revenue Enjoy our conversation!2017-02-2105 minThe Next Level Esports PodcastThe Next Level Esports PodcastTNL Esports Podcast 018: Esports Media Broadcast RightsThe Next Level Esports Podcast 018, with Kevin Knocke on SiriusXM eSports Radio: We chat: -Esports On ESPN's Flagship Channel -ESL and YouTube Gaming's Exclusive Partnership -The Future of Esports On Broadcast TV and Cable Enjoy our conversation!2017-02-0815 minThe Next Level Esports PodcastThe 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 minThe Next Level Esports PodcastThe 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 minThe Next Level Esports PodcastThe Next Level Esports PodcastTNL Esports Podcast 015: 2016 Esports Year In Review, 2017 Pro Sports InvestmentThe Next Level Esports Podcast 015, with Kevin Knocke on SiriusXM Esports Radio: We chat about: -2016 Esports Year In Review -2017 5 Pro Teams Investment In First 2 Weeks -Why The NBA Is Still Leading Other Leagues In Esports Enjoy the conversation!2017-01-1212 minThe Next Level Esports PodcastThe Next Level Esports PodcastTNL Esports Podcast 014: NBA, LCS Valuations and Twitch Team SponsorshipsThe Next Level Esports Podcast 014, with Kevin Knocke on SiriusXM Esports Radio: We chat about: -Why the NBA is Leading Esports Investment -The Increase In League of Legends Spots -Twitch and Esports Team Sponsorships Enjoy the conversation!2016-12-1312 minThe Next Level Esports PodcastThe Next Level Esports PodcastTNL Esports Podcast 013: 2017 Esports Collegiate ReportThe Next Level Esports Podcast 013, with Kevin Knocke on SiriusXM Esports Radio: We chat about: -The Next Level 2017 Collegiate Esports Report -15 Colleges Providing $2M+ in Esports Scholarships Enjoy the conversation!2016-11-1610 minThe Next Level Esports PodcastThe Next Level Esports PodcastTNL Esports Podcast 012: Blizzard's Overwatch LeagueThe Next Level Esports Podcast 012, with Kevin Knocke on SiriusXM Esports Radio: We chat about: -Blizzard's Overwatch League -LCS Player Contracts -Esports Evolution to Pro Sports Enjoy the conversation!2016-11-0721 minThe Next Level Esports PodcastThe Next Level Esports PodcastTNL Podcast 011: Andy Miller, NRG EsportsThe Next Level Podcast 011 features the first of many industry guests. On this edition: Andy Miller: Co-Owner of NRG Esports and the Sacramento Kings Our Chat: -Pro Sports Rapid Entrance to Esports -Marketing of NRG Esports and Potential with the Kings -Golden1 Center's Technology for Esports -Geography and Esports -What's Needed For Non-Endemic Brands -Biosteel and NRG Partnership -PEA -Riot Games and Relegation Enjoy the conversation!2016-11-0131 minThe Next Level Esports PodcastThe Next Level Esports PodcastTNL Esports Podcast 010: Esports Viewership Isn't As Big As SportsThe Next Level Esports Podcast 010, with Kevin Knocke on SiriusXM Esports Radio: We chat about: -No, Esports Viewership is not equal to Baseball or Hockey...Yet. -The truth about TV and Digital Esports Viewership numbers and data Enjoy the conversation!2016-10-2813 minThe Next Level Esports PodcastThe 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 minThe Next Level Esports PodcastThe Next Level Esports PodcastTNL Esports Podcast 008: Versus Sports LaunchThe Next Level Esports Podcast 008, with Kevin Knocke on SiriusXM Esports Radio: We chat about: -Versus Sports Launch -EA Madden Athlete Signings -ELEAGUE's Season 2 Debut and Ratings Enjoy the conversation!2016-09-1213 minThe Next Level Esports PodcastThe Next Level Esports PodcastTNL Esports Podcast 007: Yahoo and ESLThe Next Level Esports Podcast 007, with Kevin Knocke on SiriusXM Esports Radio: We chat about: -Collusion in Esports -Yahoo Esports and ESL's Partnership -Esports Broadcast Evolution Enjoy the conversation!2016-09-0213 minThe Next Level Esports PodcastThe Next Level Esports PodcastTNL Esports Podcast 006: ELEAGUE On TwitterThe Next Level Esports Podcast 006, with Kevin Knocke on SiriusXM Esports Radio: We chat about: -Twitter's First Esports Live Stream -ELEAGUE Finals TV Viewership Numbers -Counter-Strike's Gambling Impact2016-08-0117 minThe Next Level Esports PodcastThe Next Level Esports PodcastTNL Esports Podcast 005: Twitter Enters EsportsThe Next Level Esports Podcast 005, with Kevin Knocke on SiriusXM Esports Radio: We chat about: -Twitter Enters Esports -EVO on ESPN -E LEAGUE TV and Twitch Ratings2016-07-1715 minThe Next Level Esports PodcastThe Next Level Esports PodcastTNL Esports Podcast 004: Counter-Strike's Gambling IssueThe Next Level Esports Podcast 004, with Kevin Knocke on SiriusXM Esports Radio: We chat about: -Counter-Strike's Gambling Issues Get Worse -Street Fighter on ESPN -E LEAGUE TV and Twitch Ratings2016-07-0221 minThe Next Level Esports PodcastThe Next Level Esports PodcastTNL Esports Podcast 001: Turner's ELEAGUEThe Next Level Esports Podcast 001, with Kevin Knocke on SiriusXM eSports Radio: We chat about: Turner's E LEAGUE Debut TV and Twitch Viewership Event Production ROI2016-06-0633 min