Join Chauntel Busche as she dishes out the latest in esports and gaming, highlights topics from the magazine, and welcomes special celebrity guests, influences, and professionals, colliding the worlds of entertainment and business.
Although we feel the gaming industry is already huge, we are only at the beginning. Rob "Street" Davis is convinced that the brunt of work and growth will come from people that are not even making money right now in esports. To him, in five or ten years, the conversations around gaming and esports will be different, and validity in the industry won't be an issue anymore. Rob "Street" Davis is the Founder of Delta V Esports, an organization dedicated to forging culture and opportunity in esports. Rob is also a content creator, a streamer, and a Discoverer of how people make money on esports. In this episode, we talked about Rob's background and his early connection with gaming. He also talks about the Great American Esports Street Tour details, its primary goal, and how many countries they are visiting. We also talked about the bond between gamers, how receptive and welcoming the gaming community is. In the end, Rob shared with us his formula that guarantees it'll end discussions and arguments about gaming between parents and gamers. You can visit Rob's website: https://streettacoeater.live/ you can also follow him on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/streettacoeater/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/streettacoeater YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkYuYrce-KRXpryikSD7nnA/about or Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/streettacoeater The Esports Futuri E-Zine Podcast is part of the Esports Futuri Podcast Network. To find this show, and all of our others, visit: www.EsportsFPN.com
What started as a search for a chef ended up connecting me with a fantastic person, full of incredible energy and eager to learn and be part of the gaming community, Lacey Hester. Lacey Hester is the daughter of the NFL legend Terry Bradshaw and one of the stars of the reality show The Bradshaw Buch, broadcasted on E!. Although she always kept a low-key lifestyle despite growing up next to Terry's NFL friends, the audience loved her personality immediately. Lacey's humility, strong character, and resilience to overcome her life's challenges made her one of the show's main stars and one of the main reasons for the show's success. In this episode, we had a fun, relaxed conversation about Lacey's background and what made her decide to join the gaming industry. She kindly shared her future plans in the industry and what steps make more sense for her and her family in the following years. We had a wonderful time talking about games, food, her TV show, and much more. You can follow Lace on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lacey_hester_/ The Esports Futuri Ezine Podcast is part of the Esports Futuri Podcast Network. For more information, visit: EsportsFPN.com
Certain stereotypes surround esports organizations, like white men in their mid-twenties, running around and baking crazy content. There are also companies focused on their region, perhaps not considering diversity seriously. Those are some of the reasons why Harley Parks decided to create BearClaw Esports, an organization headquartered in Seoul, South Korea. At age 17, Harley Parks is the CEO of BearClaw Esports and High School Student. She is also CEO of Soarose Networking and Security, President GameOn Korea of ASEAN Youth Organization, Esports Consultant at MAP Esports Network, Inc, and Esports Manager at Medusa Gaming Sdn Bhd. She is also a passionate gamer and an avid reader. In this episode, we talked about Harley's many roles and what BearClaw Esports is bringing into the industry. We dive deep into her experiences at school and the inspiration and guidance from her parents into gaming. Harley kindly shared her vision of the American Education System and the things she would change. You can connect with Harley on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/harley-parks-bearclawarmy/ or on Twitter: https://twitter.com/bearclawharley You can also visit BearClaw Esports' website: https://bearclawesports.co/ Esports Futuri E-Zine Podcast is part of the Esports Futuri Podcast Network. To listen to this podcast and any of our other shows, visit: esportsfpn.com.
John Blevins has one of the incredible stories about his path into the world of esports. From starting out as a fan of streaming, to starting his own podcast, then to landing a job as a Sales Manager for Wisdom Gaming, he is the true proof that a passion and hard work can take you far. In this episode of the Esports Futuri E-Zine Podcast, John joins Chauntel to share his journey, what he regrets the most about streaming, and why he's so excited about the future of esports and gaming. You can connect with John at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/blevinspro And learn more about his podcast at: highnoonpodcast.com The Esports Futuri E-Zine Podcast is part of the Esports Futuri Podcast Network. To find more about this show and all of our other shows, visit: www.esportsfpn.com
The power of the brand is extremely important, and this is more true than ever in the world of esports. Co-Owners of AoE Creative, Simon Bennett and Markel Lee join Chauntel Busche and her guest host Donte Jackson to discuss their journey into esports, why branding is so important, and some insights on what's to come in the world of esports and gaming. You can learn more by visiting: https://aoecreative.com/ https://twitter.com/AoECreative The branding of esports and building the narrative and story Markel_Lee - https://twitter.com/Markel_Lee Simon_Bennett - https://twitter.com/AoE_Bump The Esports Future E-Zine Podcast is part of the Esports Futuri Podcast Network. You can find out more by visiting esportsfpn.com
Esports and Gaming are industries with unlimited opportunities, and no one knows this better than Charles Conroy. Charles is an ‘OG' in the esports world, being part of one of the very early pro teams in the industry. Through the rise and fall of success, and then back on top, Charles has lived through some incredible experiences in the world of esports. In this episode of the Esports Futui E-Zine Podcast, Charles and Chauntel discuss how others can get in on this industry, whether you're a gaming lover, or a corporation looking to connect with an incredibly loyal customer demographic, what he believes is next for 2021, and what he feels traditional sports and esports can learn from each other, plus so much more! To learn more about The Switch, visit: https://www.theswitch.tv/ This podcast is part of the Esports Futuri Podcast Network, to learn more about this show and all of our other shows, visit: EsportsFPN.com
The opportunities for esports enthusiasts are endless, and Dr. Marc Williams is doing all that he can to make sure those who want to work in esports have a path to get them there. Dr. Marc Williams helps schools, one being Florida Memorial University, create programs and Masterclasses to pave the way for those who are interested in esports. In this episode of Esports Futuri E-Zine Podcast, Chauntel talks to Dr. Marc about the journey that led him to his PhD, and why he's so passionate about esports and helping those who want to make a living doing what they love! You can connect with Dr. Marc here: Twitter: https://twitter.com/docspitsfire06 Or LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/docspitsfire06/ The Esports Future E-Zine Podcast is part of the Esports Futuri Podcast Network. To find this show and all of our shows, visit: EsportsFPN.com
Sometimes life doesn't always happen as we think it's going to, but it's not those disappointing moments that actually define us. It's what we do because of those moments that truly construct the outcome of our lives. In this episode of the Esports Futuri E-Zine Podcast, Chauntel Busche welcomes Esports Futuri Podcast Network host, John Davidson. John talks about his history as a professional skateboarder, how just continuing to be curious and maintain relationships helped to set him up for an amazing career, and why a huge setback didn't break him, but instead finally gave him the courage to take a leap he never even knew he wanted to take. Esports Futuri E-Zine Podcast is part of the Esports Futuri Podcast Network, and you can find this show plus all of our others at https://www.EsportsFPN.com
Many are finding themselves interested in esports, but unsure how to get involved in the industry. Whether it's through content, playing, or even investing, the opportunities are endless, but you just need to find the place to engage in. Olivia Richards has done just that by finding ways she can use her training in journalism to help those in the world of esports stand out through amazing content. Olivia, an Associate Editor with Team Liquid and Content Director with Sportskeeda and our own MAP Esports, talks to Chauntel this week about her experience working in esports. They discuss what brought her to the industry, the challenges of women in esports, how anyone can get involved no matter the level of experience, and the one thing you need to have as you're approaching companies to work with. To collect with Olivia on Discord, her user name is: iamoliviar#0743 The Esports Futuri Ezine Pocast is part of the Esports Futuri Podcast Network. This show, and all of our shows can be found at: EsportsFPN.com.
Join this discussion with gentle yet influential Donte Jackson! Coming from a family of gaming enthusiasts, Donte followed his childhood heroes as well as his passion. Now, as a pop toy collector, he inspired several collectors and is continuously bringing people together despite the pandemic. Getting heavy influence from big names and fiction writers also inspired him to write stories which he's been doing for years. He joins Chauntel to discuss the roots of his passion which includes Pokemon collectibles and Marvel superheroes. They also talked about his views about the pop gaming community and other aspects of this industry today. This episode is an inspiring discussion about how a story today connects people anywhere and builds communities in the future. Interested in connecting with Donte? Visit him here: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DonteJacksonTV/about Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dontrilliousj/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/donte_jackson Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/donte.jackson13 His book, Herbie's Colorful World, is available here: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/herbies-colorful-world-donte-w-jackson/1136140480 The Esports Futuri Ezine Podcast is part of the Esports Futuri Podcast Network. To learn more about the network, visit: https://esportsfpn.com
Lewis Johnson joins Chauntel in the studio to share his amazing story of overcoming all obstacles in life by having the never quit attitude he developed as an athlete. A veteran sports announcer who covered 10 Winter and Summer Games, Lewis now reveals how being a runner and competing in sports developed a perspective in life that help him go through all odds and come out successful. Lewis also shares how gaming played a small part when he was an athlete, but how he's watched the world completely transform. The Esports Futuri E-Zine Podcast is part of the Esports Futuri Podcast Network, for this show and all of our other shows (which includes Lewis' All In With Esports) visit https://EsportsFPN.com.
In this episode of the Esports Futuri E-Zine Podcast, Chauntel welcomes guest host, Lewis Johnson to welcome a special guest, former Laker A.C. Green. A.C. shares how his love and interest of gaming attracted him to Suponic Global, and what he loves about this company and their technology. He also discusses the A.C. Green foundation, and how he's been able to integrate these two initiatives, in addition to his passion for at-risk youth. Links Mentioned In This Podcast: https://snationstar.com/ http://www.acgreen.com/ Esports Futuri E-Zine Podcast is part of the Esports Futuri Esports Network. You can find this and all of our other shows at esportsfpn.com
There's no other perfect guest for the Esports Futuri E-Zine Podcast than the founder of Esports Futuri and MAP Esports, Jacob Miles. Jacob shares his incredible story of going from growing up in the projects to working in engineering, to eventually Kenner Toys. It was at Kenner where he met a man you may know named George Lucas and was part of the team who developed the toys for Star Wars. Jacob shares why he has such a passion for esports and gaming, and what's to come not only for this industry but this incredible company that he's building. The Esports Futuri E-Zine Podcast is part of the Esports Futuri Network, to listen to this show and all of our other shows, visit https://www.esportsfuturi.com