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The Here's Waldo Podcast — 94 episodes

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Navigating Compliance and Building Safer, Kid-Friendly Gaming with Kieran Donovan of k-ID

2

Revolutionizing Gaming Highlights into Playable Content with Zero Friction | Asaf Gazit of Ludeo

3

Burnout, Feedback, and Leadership Growth in Gaming with Zoe Curnoe of Lumina Leadership

4

Reinventing Remote Work with the Ultimate "Smart" Virtual Workspace with Vishal Punwani of SoWork

5

Authentic D2C Strategies for Sustainable Growth in Gaming with David Vogelpohl of FastSpring

6

Pushing Fashion's Potential in Gaming with Nicola Mizon of VIZTA DGTL

7

The Secrets Behind Iconic MMOs, Strong Remote Culture, & AI's Impact with Rich Vogel of T-Minus Zero Entertainment

8

Building Cultures That Power Great Games Post-Pandemic with Daryl Ogden of Valued Cultures

9

The Rise of Slovakia's Game Development Scene with Peter Nagy of Grindstone

10

Game Accessibility and Leading Creative Teams with Kevin Johnson of Double Fine Productions

11

Meeting the Needs of Gen Z & Gen Alpha's Gaming Preferences with Jen MacLean of Dragon Snacks Games

12

The Mastermind Behind Skill Gaming's Growth with Nancy MacIntyre of WorldWinner

13

Bringing Nostalgic Games to the Latest Consoles with Robin Lavallée of Implicit Conversions

14

45M Users & 10K Creators- The Future of Social Gaming with Anton Bernstein of Pocket Worlds

15

60 Titles in 30+ Years: Secrets to Creating Fun Games with William Schmitt of Proof of Play

16

Implementing Psychology as the Cornerstone of Game Development Success with Joe Schaeppi of Solsten

17

From DOOM and Forza Legacy to the Next Big Hit: DEFECT with Garrett Young of Empty Vessel

18

Empowering Parents Foster a Positive Gaming Space for Kids with Heidi Vogel of GuardianGamer AI

19

The Rise of Unity Asia and the Evolution of Cloud Gaming with John Goodale of Jam.gg

20

Innovating the African Gaming Market and VC Insights with Chris Quaidoo of Carry1st

21

Innovating Chess and Strategy Games with Sami Ramly of Echo Chunk AI

22

Pioneering Story-Driven Marketing Strategies in Gaming with Neel Upadhye

23

Revolutionizing Healthcare through Game Technology with Noah Falstein of The Inspiracy

24

Exclusive BTS of Creating of Diablo, Diablo II, and Battle.net with David Brevik of Skystone Games

25

From QA Tester to Gaming Exec: Intentional Career Insights with Mark Subotnick of ProbablyMonsters

26

The Art of Comedy in Gaming with Mike Fridley of Squanch Games

27

Unlocking Multiplayer Success: Backend & Infrastructure Insights with Sid Dhulipalla of Hathora

28

The Next Big RTS Game, Stormgate with Tim Morten of Frost Giant Studios

29

Transforming Video Games into Theme Park Adventures with David Elton, Fractional COO

30

The Vision for Authentic Virtual Worlds with Yon Raz-Fridman of Supersocial, Inc.

31

The Content Creator Effect in Gaming with Justin Sacks of Nexus

32

From VP of Amazon Prime Gaming to Executive Coaching with Ethan Evans

33

Empowering Talent, Embracing Challenges with Multi-Startup Founder, Shawn Foust of Fortis Games

34

The Rise of Iron Galaxy Studios from 13 to 270+ Employees with Chelsea Blasko of Iron Galaxy Studios

35

Exploring the Art and Immense Potential of Gaming with Chris Melissinos, Game Evangelist of AWS

36

The 'Secret Sauce' of Sustainable Growth & Strategic Partnerships with Mike Wallen of Keywords Studios

37

The Secrets of Serial Success with Jordan Weisman of Endless Adventures Inc.

38

Navigating Big Partnerships and Indie Success with Alyssa Walles of Midwest Games

39

Formula to Game Franchises and Startup Success with Bill Roper of Lunacy Games

40

Creating Marketing Magic in Gaming with Sarah Anderson of Amazon Games

41

Navigating Video Game Marketing & Branding with Perrin Kaplan of Zebra Partners

42

Bringing Games to Holographic Life with Jeri Ellsworth of Tilt Five

43

CTO's Guide to VR Game Development Success with Charles 'Chuck' Tolman

44

Leveling Up Game Marketing, Mentorship, and Impact with Jen Donahoe of Jade Inferno Consulting

45

Blueprint for Live Game Success with Scott Hartsman, Games Angel & Advisor

46

Redefining DEI Strategies through Empathy with Trinidad Hermida-Black of the BIG Foundation

47

Growth, Grit, and Gaming with Russell Ovans of East Side Games

48

From "Pizza Attack" Battle to Brand Strategies: Legal Insights in Gaming with Don McGowan

49

The Power of Leading with Empathy in the Game Industry with Mitch Gitelman

50

Bridging Creativity and Generative AI for Next-Gen Gaming with Jon Radoff of Beamable

51

Fostering Employee Growth Through Effective Leadership by Joshua Howard of OtherSide Entertainment

52

Community Management in Games From Crowfall and Eve Online Veteran Valerie Massey

53

How To Get Investment in Your Game Studio by Moritz Baier-Lentz of Lightspeed

54

Expert Guidance for Navigating Layoffs and Transitions With Career Coach Dawn Pinkney

55

The Influence of Writers on the Gaming Industry With Dean Takahashi

56

Launching Potions: A Curious Tale With Renee Gittins

57

Luck and Hard Work: The Intricate Journey of a Startup With Eric Marcoullier

58

The Puzzle of Puzzle Games: Navigating Game Development With Laura Taranto

59

Improving Talent Acquisition in the Gaming Industry With Jon Wolheim

60

Lessons From a Gaming Industry Entrepreneur With Anthony Castoro

61

The Future of Remote Game Development

62

Insights From a Venture Capitalist for Aspiring Gaming Founders

63

Navigating the Gaming Industry With Sucker Punch's Chris Zimmerman

64

Elevating Well-Being Through Gaming With Alina Matson

65

Unifying Social Media and Gaming Through Generative AI With Negar Shaghaghi

66

Balancing Acts: Overcoming Startup Challenges for Moms With Terry Redfield

67

Strategies for Inclusion and Diversifying Leadership in the Gaming Industry With Gina Joseph

68

Navigating Mental Health in the Gaming Industry: Breaking the Stigma With Kate Edwards

69

50 Years of Dungeons and Dragons: An Iconic Fan-Favorite With Ray Winninger

70

Indie Studio Startups: What Every Aspiring Founder Needs To Know With Raph Koster

71

Rafael Brown on the Importance of Diversity in Leadership and How To Pivot During Slow Seasons

72

The Power of Networking and Fostering Relationships for Career Success

73

AAA-Action Game Studio CEO Jerry Hook Shares Industry Insights

74

Talofa Games: A Gaming Platform Invigorating Entertainment, Fitness, and Mental Health With Jenny Xu

75

Gaming: An Ever-Evolving Industry With Gordon Walton

76

David Fox on Creating Groundbreaking Games at Lucasfilm Games and the Evolution of Virtual Reality

77

Fostering Innovation and Accessibility in the Gaming Industry With Ben Kvalo

78

Career Coach Sonia Michaels Explains Why "Soft Skills" Are Hard and Other Job and Interview Tips

79

Using Social Design to Build Safer and Inclusive Gaming Communities With Carl Kwoh

80

The Evolution of Massively Multiplayer Online and Why MMO Is Still Popular Over 25 Years Later

81

Patrick Ascolese on Video Game Entrepreneurship, Pricing Structure, and Virtual Reality Game Design

82

Changing the World Through Gaming With Irena Pereira

83

Voidpet: The Next Generation Pokeman Rooted in Mental Health With Linda Shad

84

Creating Opportunities and Advancement for Women in the Gaming Industry With Joanie Kraut

85

Career Tips From a Veteran Recruiter With Gina Jaio

86

Lessons in Video Game Startups, Overcoming Rejection, and the Importance of Marketing With Andy Tsen

87

Deniz Gezgin Shares Pro Tips for Launching a Video Game Company

88

Building a Gaming Community That Welcomes Everyone With Kelly Wallick �

89

How to Improve Mental Health in the Video Game Community

90

How To Lead a Company and Build a Positive Work Culture With Paxton Galvanek

91

How To Acquire a Fanbase and Revenue With a Strategic Marketing Plan With Adam Lieb of Gamesight

92

Gaming: It's More Than a Hobby With Tim Cullings of Global Game Jam

93

From Tech Executive to Video Game Founder With Gaming Industry Veteran Bernard Yee

94

Building a Community of Game Developers Through Venture Funding With Ed Fries of 1UP Ventures