Category: Podcast

Join Lizzie Mintus on today’s episode of the Here’s Waldo Podcast, where she talks with David Fox, Co-founder and Director of Electric Eggplant, about the pioneering days of game development. David discusses his tenure at Lucasfilm Games, the advancement of virtual reality games, and what developers should consider to make VR more mainstream.

On today’s episode of Here’s Waldo Podcast, Lizzie Mintus welcomes Gordon Walton, Chief Product Officer and Executive Producer at Playable Worlds, to discuss how the gaming industry has evolved. Gordon shares vital elements of a successful game, insights on establishing communities, and why inclusion and diversity are essential to the industry. 

In this episode of the Here’s Waldo Podcast, Lizzie Mintus interviews Sonia Michaels, career coach and consultant and Department Chair of Humanities and Social Sciences at DigiPen Institute of Technology, about career and interview tips. Sonia shares why interpersonal skills are essential in education and the workplace, how to recognize if a company suits you, resume best practices, and more.

Join Lizzie Mintus in today’s episode of the Here’s Waldo Podcast, where she welcomes Ben Kvalo, Founder and CEO of Midwest Games, to discuss his new venture and the value of fostering a more inclusive gaming industry. Ben explains how Midwest Games differentiates itself from the competition, offers tips for pitching investors and acquiring funding, and expounds on the impact layoffs have had on the industry.

In this episode of the Here’s Waldo Podcast with Lizzie Mintus, Patrick Ascolese, Founder of Dark Arts Software, discusses video game startups. Patrick shares the challenges that video game developers experience, what is trending in the gaming industry, and advice for aspiring video game professionals and entrepreneurs.

In this episode of the Here’s Waldo Podcast, Lizzie Mintus interviews Jess Mulligan, a consultant and troubleshooter to senior online game executives, about the MMO industry. Jess discusses the evolution of MMO, how to create engaging games, and becoming an online game consultant.

Join Lizzie Mintus for an episode of the Here’s Waldo Podcast as she welcomes Carl Kwoh, Co-founder and CEO of Jam & Tea Studios, for a conversation about social design in video game development. Carl discusses his career trajectory in the gaming industry, video games’ impact on community building, and his passion for building leaders and community within Jam & Tea Studios.

In this episode of the Here’s Waldo Podcast with Lizzie Mintus, Gina Jaio, Director of Recruiting at Dreamhaven, discusses career strategies for job seekers. Gina explains the importance of being transparent with recruiters, how to evaluate job offers, and the difference between mentors and sponsors.

In this episode of the Here’s Waldo Podcast with Lizzie Mintus, she talks to Joanie Kraut, CEO at Women in Gaming International (WIGI), about the advancement of women in the tech and gaming industry. Joanie discusses WIGI’s Get in the Game initiative, tips for building a personal brand and overcoming imposter syndrome, and career advancement strategies.

Join Lizzie Mintus in this episode of the Here’s Waldo Podcast as she interviews Linda Shad, Co-founder of Voidpet, about the process of creating a video game. Linda discusses building an audience and community through social media, overcoming imposter syndrome, and video games impacting mental health.