Category: Podcast

Join Lizzie Mintus on today’s episode of the Here’s Waldo Podcast as she interviews Valerie Massey, gaming veteran and community management expert, about fostering an incredible community. Valerie discusses building healthy relationships within video games, pre-launch strategy, dealing with problematic players, and knowing when to ban. They also draw directly from Valerie’s experience with EVE Online and Ultima Online.

Join Lizzie Mintus on today’s episode of the Here’s Waldo podcast as she interviews Moritz Baier-Lentz, Partner and Head of Gaming at Lightspeed Gaming about attracting investors for your gaming studio. Moritz discusses how he got established in gaming, the advantages of generational companies, industry deals and exit strategies, and what it takes to create an effective pitch.

Tune in to the latest episode of the Here’s Waldo Podcast, where host Lizzie Mintus chats with Dawn Pinkney, Founder of Marjorie Dawn Coaching, about navigating layoffs and career transitions. Dawn highlights the advantages of life coaching, offers strategies for overcoming job challenges and workplace stress, and shares the inspiration behind her podcast, Hero of Circumstance.

Tune in to the latest episode of the Here’s Waldo Podcast as Lizzie Mintus sits down with Dean Takahashi, Lead Writer for GamesBeat at VentureBeat, to delve into the diverse impact of gaming writers. Dean provides insights into VentureBeat and GamesBeat, offers a glimpse into the daily routine of a gaming industry writer, and explores the evolution of journalism alongside its convergence with generative AI.

Tune in to the latest episode of the Here’s Waldo Podcast, where host Lizzie Mintus sits down with Renee Gittins, the Creative Director and CEO of Stumbling Cat, for an insightful discussion on her journey in launching an indie studio. Renee shares her career background, insights into Stumbling Cat’s Kickstarter process, her personal journey of overcoming social anxiety as a leader and entrepreneur, and the strategies she employed to refine her leadership skills.

Tune in to the latest episode of the Here’s Waldo Podcast, where Lizzie Mintus interviews Eric Marcoullier, Fractional Co-founder, and Early-Stage Startup Coach at BPM140 Consulting. He analyzes the interplay between luck and hard work in steering a startup’s journey. Eric draws from his own entrepreneurial experiences to provide invaluable insights and actionable advice, including strategies for securing funding in the gaming industry.

Join Lizzie Mintus on today’s episode of the Here’s Waldo Podcast as she interviews Laura Taranto, Senior Director of Product Management at Big Fish Games. Laura discusses her pivotal role at Big Fish, offering insights into the process of analyzing player feedback for game development. Additionally, she shares recent shifts in the gaming industry, providing listeners with valuable perspectives on emerging trends and innovations.

Tune in to the latest episode of the Here’s Waldo Podcast, where Lizzie Mintus hosts Jon Wolheim, Volunteer Vice President of People and Culture at Games For Love, to explore recruiting practices in the gaming industry and the mission of Games For Love. Jon highlights volunteer opportunities within the organization, pathways to kickstart a career in gaming, methods for streamlining the hiring process, and approaches to fostering diversity and inclusion in recruitment.

In the latest episode of the Here’s Waldo Podcast, Lizzie Mintus sits down with Anthony Castoro, Owner of Protagonist Games, to delve into insights and guidance for budding gaming enthusiasts. Anthony reflects on his journey spanning Protagonist Games, Simulation Theory, MaxPlay, and Heat Wave, offering alternative avenues into game development and underscoring the pivotal role of mentorship.

Tune in to the latest episode of the Here’s Waldo Podcast, where Lizzie Mintus interviews Štěpán Kaiser, the Co-founder of Remāngu, on the rising trend of platforms linking remote workers with gaming studios. Štěpán delves into Remāngu’s unique approach to standing out in a competitive landscape, navigating cultural disparities, managing compensation in a remote-first setup, and insights into Remāngu’s future direction.