Gamers On Tap

A Suggestion for a New eSports Company

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On the show today, I'm discussing the collapse of the eSports company, Arena Gaming League, rumors that Titanfall won't be tournament friendly, and finally a pitch for a new kind of eSports company. And I might give you some predictions and analysis for the struggling Xbox One.

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Just how "expert" are video game players. 

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Going out to the Pub vs. Playing online with Friends

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Today's show is about the upsides and downsides of staying home, drinking a few beers, and playing video games online versus going out to the bar or pub. Also, I tell you how to bond with new coworkers. It involves a rental car, strippers, and a designated driver.

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Sex, Relationships, and Video Games

On today's show I'm discussing the red flags to look for in a relationship. I'm talking about the signs that the relationship isn't healthy. If you compare your time spent playing a video game to a relationship, those same red flags can be spotted. I'll give you my advice on how to spot them and how to find the game that's right for you.

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Creativity, Console Wars, and Youtubers

On today's show i let you behind the scenes to understand where I get some of most creative ideas. I also weigh in on the current state of the consoles wars and why it does matter. Finally, I give my thoughts on internet celebrities versus artists.

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How can things be so Good and Bad at the same time?

On today's show I want to discuss the conundrum that seems to be the Xbox One. How can this great piece of video game hardware have trouble selling? New around business circles is the Playstation 4 is outselling the Xbox on 2 : 1. Should this concern anyone? Or is it like Microsoft has been at a really fun party and maybe forget when it was time to leave? 

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FPS Friday - Don't call me cheater Bad Kid

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On the show today I take issue with my wife, reminisce about my favorite bar, compare Titanfall to Land Shark Lager and oh yeah, discover a new name for my blog/youtube channel/Titanfall clan. Go ahead, Listen.

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The ProSocial Aspects of Gaming

On the show today I wanted to provide some information about how playing video games actually improves real-life teamwork, communication, and can make you a a better surgeon. Don't believe me, just listen.

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Murphy, S.M. (2009). Video Games, Competition and Exercise: A New Opportunity for Sport Psychologists? The Sport Psychologist, 23, 487-503.

Rosser JC Jr1, Lynch PJ, Cuddihy L, Gentile DA, Klonsky J, Merrell R. The impact of video games on training surgeons in the 21st century. 

http://sorceresseconomics.wordpress.com/2014/02/09/facebook-video-games/

Facebook before bed, wake up depressed. Online video games before bed, wake up refreshed

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"Teaching Law: Justice, Politics, and the Demands of Professionalism"  video on booktv.org

I'm Too Sexy for Cosplay

On today's show I wanted to dig into the Cosplay world and discuss some of the sexier aspects of dressing up. Are the people who cosplay crazy? Is it unhealthy? Are they having more sex than average, normal people?

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The Good, The Bad, The Ugly aspects of Youtube for gamers

Today I wanted to thank Goon on Fire for mentioning me in his latest video (watch here). And then I wanted to fire away at the issues that make Youtube a great community hub for gamers and also a big slick marketing tool. 

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Tips for a Healthy Gamer and Gaming Set-Up

On the show today I wanted to fight back against the stereotype that gamers are all lazy, basement dwellers. Actually, I don't care as much about that stereotype, but I do think that gaming can be healthy. In fact, there are a lot of health benefits to gaming. Listen for yourself.

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