159: Game Obsession Mannum
from The Adelaide Show Hosted by Auscast Network
Pokemon GO has dominated the collective imagination for three months now, rekindling memories of youth for children of the 90s and reawakening the spirit of playtime for other generations. Some have argued Pokemon GO fascination borders on obsession with a suggestion that obsession is something new. Here at the Game Obsession Expo in Mannum, we're being reminded that obsession predates Pokemon and will outlive it too. But can it be healthy? Let's find out with the man behind the expo, secretary of the Mannum Show, Gavin Pitman. We discuss Red Sonja Chainmail outfits Country shows Local honey Collecting Role Play and gaming in regional areas Also appearing on Game Obsession Mannum Our guests include: Gavin Pitman - treasurer Mannum Show and collector Chris Berkin, apiarist and Warhammer enthusiast Firebear, chainmail maker SA Quidditch Association's Danni McCormick and Kirsty Lucas In the musical pilgrimage, Dan Drummond is onto the dopamine game! The SA Drink Of The Week is a honey. Yes, you heard that right! In IS IT NEWS, Nigel tests us on games Support the show: https://theadelaideshow.com.au/listen-or-download-the-podcast/adelaide-in-crowd/
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Pokemon GO has dominated the collective imagination for three months now, rekindling memories of youth for children of the 90s and reawakening the spirit of playtime for other generations. Some have argued Pokemon GO fascination borders on obsession wi...
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