In this latest episode I give some updates on why I've been missing in action. Thanks to everyone who's shared kind words and have helped my family during this tragic time. Meanwhile, Esports Observer writes up some news on the latest Overwatch League franchises to join the fray. The last two teams are finally here! Finally, we cover the latest on Valves statements regarding 'Kuku', a player from DOTA2 professional team TNC, who's misconduct has not gone without consequence. Enjoy!

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Get some token updates and hear the latest news ahead of DreamHack Atlanta and their Indie Playground.

We'll also read news on the recent DreamHack Dallas announcement in which Corsair DreamHack Masters will be a featured event.

More games, bigger venues!

Thanks for listening.

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Get coin updates and headlines from Coindesk! Today's commentary will cover some activity happening during Wizard World at the Austin Convention Center. My good friends at Zowie have invited me to explore their exhibit and play some games! What does this mean for grass roots esports as more non-endemic festivals create more competitive gaming events?

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More token updates, Coindesk headlines, and an interview with our special guest and fellow gamer, Dan Butchko, CEO of Playcrafting and producer for Play NYC.

Dan uses his talents to provide game publishers access to the player community.

He's found tremendous success becoming the largest game jam in North America.

As a result, these events have expanded into Boston and San Francisco.

Dan shares his perspective on planning and strategy surrounding event production. Also, his focus on empowering developers and enabling more access to competitive esports.

In this episode, you'll hear about his partnership with Rupie, a blockchain solution focused on raising funds for game developers.

To learn more, visit their websites here:

https://www.play-nyc.com/

https://playcrafting.com/

https://rupie.io/

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Token updates, CoinDesk headlines, and commentary on esports and gaming market share and how they differentiate. Gaming is MASSIVE, but esports is just beginning.

What does esports really need? Are there solutions that blockchain can provide?

We'll discuss this and more!

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In this episode we'll go over blockchain headlines, token prices, and interview our special guest, CEO of Skymarch Entertainment, Jonathon McKay. His team is developing a collectible card game on the Ethereum blockchain.

In addition to securing card rarity and ownership, this blockchain-based game is aiming to provide a solution for increased user engagement within the card game world.

To learn more about Crystals of Fate visit their website here: https://www.crystalsoffate.com/.

If you'd like to be a guest on Arcade Brigade, feel free to email the host at: [email protected]

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Get some blockchain headlines thanks to Coindesk.com and hear commentary on how gaming will bring blockchain to the rest of the world. You may one day earn a living entirely by playing games!

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Hear some pricing and news in blockchain.

Also, some commentary on the Olympics wanting more esports.

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We'll cover some headlines in the blockchain world and talk about gaming addiction and why it exists.

Introduction to Arcade Brigade.

We'll also discuss the upcoming accelerator meets hack-a-thon, Healthcare Games Showdown in Houston, TX - July of 2019.

Production by TransSeven Studio.

Visit the the HGS website: http://www.healthcaregamesshowdown.com/

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