GGW: Fair Game

Purpose Makes Magic brings you a conversation with Shondra DeLoach-Perea, SVP of Global Field Services at IGT, whose team keeps the gaming industry running through installs, removals, tradeshows, and everything that ensures revenue continuity.

Shondra shares her philosophy: “When you’re constantly out of your comfort zone, you’re constantly growing.” Her story highlights integrity, asking for help, learning from others, and taking strategic steps back to leap forward. She breaks down how purpose and consistency create culture, and how empowered teams make magic happen.

This episode explores:

• Field services as the heartbeat of gaming
• Culture-building through empowerment
• Legacy for the next seven generations
• Purpose as a catalyst for performance
• Growth through discomfort and change

Sponsored by IGT.

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Season 3, Episode 12 dives into the real, unfiltered experience of change, transition, and burnout with guest Karin Bernkopf and host Lauren O’Brien.

Karin shares the physical realities of burnout, the exhaustion, the tension, and the signals her body sent after 18 months of nonstop sprinting. She describes the moment she realized she wasn’t just tired… she was depleted.

They explore one of burnout’s most telling signs:
when the work that once brought joy becomes rote and robotic, and you find yourself simply going through the motions.

This episode unpacks:

• The emotional and physical toll of burnout
• How losing joy becomes a warning sign
• Why knowing you need to change is different from taking the first step
• How support systems, like your Lean In Circle, help separate emotion from logic
• The relief and empowerment of finally leaping into something new

A grounded, heartfelt conversation for anyone navigating transition or rebuilding their boundaries.

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Bronwen Gregg is joined by Billy Turchin, a thoughtful, growth‑driven leader and a strong ally to women in the gaming industry. Together, we explore what it really means to step beyond the comfort zone and lead with humility, curiosity, and intention.

Billy breaks down why learning is a skill, how leaders must evolve from “doing” to steering, and why staying comfortable for too long can quietly stall your growth. We dig into the difference between the comfort zone and the stretch zone, the importance of staying connected to the field even as a people manager, and how experimenting with new tools, including AI, can make you a stronger, more adaptable leader.

If you’re ready to stretch, grow, and lead beyond what’s familiar, this conversation is for you.

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Ten for Ten: A GGW Legacy Conversation  
Episode 10 marks a major milestone — Global Gaming Women’s 10‑year anniversary. To honor the moment, Shannon Call sits down with GGW veterans Bronwen Gregg, Anika Howard, and Cecily Leeman for a powerful, reflective, and joy‑filled conversation about the past decade of women supporting women in gaming.

Together, they revisit the stories that shaped GGW, the moments that strengthened the community, and the experiences that inspired growth, courage, and connection. Shannon brings the fresh perspective of someone new to gaming, asking the questions that illuminate how far GGW has come — and where it’s headed next.

This anniversary episode is a celebration of legacy, leadership, and the women who built the path forward.

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Today’s episode features Desiree Dickerson, CEO & Co‑Founder of THNDR, in a powerful conversation about leadership, courage, and the realities of being a woman in gaming. Sponsored by Wondr Nation, this discussion unpacks the emotional and strategic layers of navigating male‑dominated rooms, challenging assumptions, and building products players actually want.

Desiree shares candid insights on pitching to investors, finding co‑founders who elevate your strengths, and why listening—not reacting—is the most underrated leadership skill. She also highlights something women in the industry don’t hear enough: the community is more welcoming than you think—and your leap is worth it.

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In Episode 8 of the GGW Fair Game Podcast, we’re joined by Courtney Garland, Director of Operations for Henderson’s Emerald Island Casino and iconic Rainbow Club. A Las Vegas local with deep family roots in gaming, Courtney offers a grounded, insider look at what it really takes to operate a locals casino.

She shares how her journey—from Executive Casino Host to overseeing two Water Street District properties—has shaped her philosophy: hospitality is about relationships, the small details matter, and every touch has an impact.

This episode explores:

• The operational heartbeat of locals casinos
• Why consistency builds trust and community
• Leading through rapid change during COVID‑19
• Creating partnerships across Water Street to elevate the entire district
• The work behind crafting memorable experiences for local guests

A must‑listen for anyone curious about the gaming industry, community‑based hospitality, or leadership in a constantly evolving environment.

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For the first time, Cecily Leeman steps out from behind the scenes and into the spotlight to talk about a topic that hits close to home: the impact and complexity of overachieving as women in male‑dominated fields.

With Anika Howard and Bronwen Gregg by her side, Cecily opens up about the pressure to outperform, the seasons where overachievement feels necessary, and the moments when it becomes unsustainable. Their conversation digs into the emotional, cultural, and professional layers of striving, succeeding, and sometimes stretching too far.

They ask the questions many women think about but rarely say out loud:

• What does overachieving really mean
• How do you know when it helps—and when it harms
• Are we driven by internal ambition or external expectations

It’s a thoughtful, empowering conversation about ambition, identity, and the courage it takes to redefine success on your own terms.

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In this episode, Bronwen Gregg welcomes Brooke Thomas for a thoughtful discussion on the intersection of culture, leadership, and personal growth. Brooke reflects on how her early experiences in art and music shaped her approach to work, and why understanding the difference between formal culture and the culture people actually experience is essential for any organization. She and Bronwen explore how leaders can navigate change with intention, why controlling the controllables matters, and how purpose can both guide and overwhelm us if we’re not careful. Brooke also shares her perspective on the “hourglass career,” the role of authentic leadership, and the connection between psychological safety, innovation, and organizational performance. It’s a conversation about clarity, courage, and the power of opportunity in shaping both people and workplaces.

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A simple moment between Lauren O’Brien and her daughter — off‑mic — leads the Fairgame hosts into a rich conversation about energy, capacity, and the invisible “batteries” that shape how we move through the world.

In this episode, the hosts unpack:
• Social batteries and how interactions fuel or drain us
• Mental batteries and the cost of constant thinking
• Emotional batteries and the weight of empathy
• Professional persona batteries and the effort behind showing up “on”

They discuss:
– What it looks like when your battery is low
– How to recognize early warning signs
– The difference between rest and true recovery
– Why everyone recharges differently
– How to protect your energy without guilt

Whether you’re introverted, extroverted, or somewhere in between, this episode offers validation, humor, and practical insight into managing your energy with intention.

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In this Spotlight episode, Lauren O’Brien sits down with Shantel Love, author of Promote Your Damn Self, for a powerful conversation about what it really takes to own your voice, claim your value, and rise on your own terms. Shantel opens up about navigating rejection, shedding shame, and taking the bold leaps that move your career forward — even when they require stepping back first. Together, they explore how women can advocate for themselves without apology, balance assertiveness with empathy, build layered networks that protect and elevate them, and stay grounded when others bring preconceived notions into the room. Shantel’s message is clear: your story is yours, your process cannot be erased, and no amount of rejection defines your destiny.

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