Beyond the Headlines: An Inside Look at Esports Journalism -- Graham Ashton (Business Journalist, The Esports Observer)

Graham Ashton is a business journalist for The Esports Observer and host of The Esports Observer Podcast. Prior to TEO, Graham worked as a Content Editor for Pixsy and Partnership Coordinator for ICO3. In this episode, Graham and I delve into recent esports news, from GenG and aXiomatic’s latest funding rounds to Rick Fox’s departure from Echo Fox after an internal incident involving racist hate speech. We discuss how politicians are embracing esports as a way to create jobs and promote tourism, as exemplified by Katowice’s rise as a global esports hub. Graham also shares his take on the battle royale phenomenon and the different approaches PUBG, Fortnite, and Apex Legends have taken to competitive play. Finally, Graham offers his definition of what constitutes a true esports title, and we consider opportunities for local advertising around esports events. Host: James Creech ABOUT THE SHOW All Things Video is a podcast dedicated to uncovering the past and charting the future of the online video ecosystem. Listen to interviews with founders, executives, and thought leaders from the world’s leading media companies and engage in thought-provoking debates about the issues shaping the next generation of entertainment. From the short-form content revolution to the fragmentation of video viewership in an always-on world, All Things Video reveals the key trends and insights from the world of digital media.   Follow All Things Video on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn for new episodes and updates! ABOUT THE HOST James Creech is an entrepreneur focused on technology, online video, and digital media. He is the Co-Founder & CEO of Paladin, the essential influencer marketing platform for media companies, agencies, and brands. OUR SPONSOR This episode is brought to you by Shareability, a social content company that makes videos people actually want to watch. They work with brands and influencers to create content that explodes across the web through social sharing and organic discovery. For years, Shareability has been topping the charts with crowd captivating videos for brands like Pepsi, Pizza Hut, Sony Entertainment, and Cristiano Ronaldo’s ROC, delivering over 1B views, 5M shares, and 50,000 press mentions. Check out some examples of their work on shareability.com.