Seeking Alpha

We love to welcome the youth perspective! Joining the podcast today is Anna Iorio, student and president of the Esports Club at Southern Methodist University. Anna tells me what the kids are up to these days, and what it's like to be a woman gamer in the college scene. Plus she introduces us to the super cool concept of gamer book clubs, which everyone should have.

Episode Resources:

https://apnews.com/article/esports-gender-inequality-scholarships-men-1823321276db40fea37dc8d9e5410643 https://www.dallasnews.com/sports/other-esports/2020/09/03/women-in-esports-face-waves-of-toxic-criticism-north-texas-pros-industry-veterans-share-their-stories-how-it-can-be-fixed/

Cris Amaya joins me this week! Cris has an illustrious background in gaming, including serving on the International Game Developers Association, founding Latinos in Gaming, and previously working at Google Stadia, Twitch, and Unity. We discuss the job market and all of its flaws, how difficult it can be to actually be in the job, book recommendations, and more.

Our first multi-interview episode! Today I'm joined by Meredith Weber and Heather "sapphiRe" Garozzo. Both ladies hail from Dignitas, and have just launched the Raidiant program. Raidiant.gg gives tools for women wanting to enter the industry at all levels. Plus, we get to hear about Meredith and Lindsay's glory days as college athletes and Heather's impressive pro gaming career.

Episode Resources:

https://kotaku.com/only-three-percent-of-twitch-s-top-earning-streamers-ar-1847812847 

https://www.nbcnews.com/know-your-value/feature/esports-industry-booming-it-s-seeking-female-applicants-ncna1143406 

https://esportsinsider.com/2020/04/women-esports-inclusivity/

Cecile Matthews, Co-Founder and CEO of Gamerabble, joins us for a conversation on what it's like to start a business, building a coaching platform, being age inclusive, and even a little experience from Major League Baseball.

Episode Resources: https://www.forbes.com/sites/tomokoyokoi/2021/03/04/female-gamers-are-on-the-rise-can-the-gaming-industry-catch-up/?sh=68883651f9fe

Keisha Howard, Geek of All Trades, is here for our inaugural episode! As Founder of @sugargamer, Keisha is at the forefront of promoting inclusivity and fun in the gaming industry. Listen as we discuss creating in gaming, pursuing dream jobs, and having fun along the way.