Equipped: In-Game & In Real Life
95 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 months ago - ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsEQUIPPED is the podcast that turns gaming concepts into life lessons. Learn about different ways you can clear quests, fight boss battles, and level up, not only IN-GAME but also IN REAL LIFE.
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Equipped #31 | My Top 5 Gaming Lessons (2nd Anniversary + Bday Special)
October 29, 2023 11:00 - 11 minutes - 7.94 MBI didn’t make it obvious but in celebration of Equipped’s 2nd anniversary and my upcoming birthday, I wanted to share which gaming lessons have kept me going so far in 2023 :) please let me know some of yours!!! I'd love to hear from you guys! Send your answers through Facebook, Instagram, or TikTok: @equippedpodcastph. RATE & REVIEW THE PODCAST: beacons.ai/reviewequipped Add Iza on TikTok: @renizayvonne JOIN THE KWIP KOMMUNITY: https://discord.gg/mfgQZT8WZj New episodes are out every ...
Equipped #30 | Playing to Win vs Playing for Fun
October 22, 2023 12:00 - 9 minutes - 6.85 MBPlaying to win vs playing for fun - do we really have to choose between the two in our lifetime? Let’s talk about it! RATE & REVIEW THE PODCAST: beacons.ai/reviewequipped TikTok: @renizayvonne JOIN THE KWIP KOMMUNITY: https://discord.gg/mfgQZT8WZj New episodes are out every Sunday on all major podcast platforms. For feedback, suggestions, or possible collaborations, feel free to send an email to [email protected].
life lately + the future of equipped
October 09, 2023 10:00 - 13 minutes - 9.06 MBhii i missed you guys! D: if you’re reading this, thanks for still being here <3 just wanted to give a quick update and explain why i’ve been away and what you guys can expect from me and the podcast moving forward. :) you can find me on TikTok: @renizayvonne RATE & REVIEW THE PODCAST: beacons.ai/reviewequipped JOIN THE KWIP KOMMUNITY: https://discord.gg/mfgQZT8WZj New episodes are out every Sunday on all major podcast platforms. For feedback, suggestions, or possible collaborations, f...
Equipped #29 | Rally & Rise: How Video Games Teach Us To Keep Fighting
June 04, 2023 01:00 - 7 minutes - 5.09 MBBack from my month-long break!! Hope you guys have been doing okay. Gonna keep this one short since I’m still trying to get my groove back into podcasting…but here’s a little reminder for anyone going through some tough times. Laban tayo! <3 RATE & REVIEW THE PODCAST: beacons.ai/reviewequipped JOIN THE KWIP KOMMUNITY: https://discord.gg/mfgQZT8WZj New episodes are out every Sunday on all major podcast platforms. For feedback, suggestions, or possible collaborations, feel free to send an ...
AFK #03 | Activating Your Emotions: The Journey to Healthy Expression with Queen Wasabi
April 24, 2023 06:00 - 51 minutes - 35.3 MBQueen Wasabi is back on the podcast and this time, we talk about the importance of activating our emotions and learning how to manage them in a healthy way. Queen Wasabi shares her personal journey of taking control of her emotions and explains her process of activating, reflecting, and processing them. She also provides valuable insights ranging from how we can embrace being emotional to avoiding pitfalls like doom scrolling on social media. Hope you tune in! :) QUEEN WASABI’S QUESTION O...
Equipped #28 | Pushing Beyond Limits: Expanding Capacity and Raising Thresholds
April 16, 2023 02:00 - 12 minutes - 8.46 MBHere’s another solo episode where I share my recent experience playing the Ascended mod of Elden Ring and how it’s been making me relive my 2018 struggle of dealing with stress and frustration. P.S. To emphasize how hard this mod is, as of this episode’s release date, I am level 555 in the game Hope you tune in! :) QUESTION OF THE WEEK: What is an area in your life that you currently feel the most challenged by and why? I'd love to hear from you guys! Send your answers through Facebook...
Equipped #27 | What Are Your Current Settings?
April 09, 2023 02:00 - 9 minutes - 6.71 MBGamers know how much time we can spend just adjusting all of our settings - from character creation to adjusting the audio, graphics, and key bindings, we do a lot to make sure we can get smooth gameplay and have a great time while playing video games. But how about taking the time to adjust and evaluate our own settings? This is something that I’ve dug deeper into the past 3 months, mostly because of things that aren’t so great but…that is also why I wanted to talk about it in this episode...
A Gamer’s Take #21 | Does Gaming Mirror Our Real-life Selves? ft. Tristan Tano
April 02, 2023 10:00 - 57 minutes - 39.7 MBHave you ever wondered if the way you play video games reflects your personality in real life? In this episode, we explore this idea with author, gamer, and insightful thinker Tristan Tano. Join us as we delve into the connection between our online and offline selves, and discuss some of Tristan's favorite games that explore morality and storytelling. Along the way, we ponder some of life's most profound questions. We also share our experiences playing video games with our partners and ge...
Beyond Gaming #21 | Breaking Barriers: Understanding the Female Esports Scene with Queen Wasabi
March 26, 2023 09:00 - 53 minutes - 36.9 MBAs we reach the last week of Women’s Month, we are joined by another bold and powerful woman from the gaming industry: Queen Wasabi. She is the commissioner of Liga Adarna, the director for Creator Connect at Eplayment, and the host of: In a RelationSh*t with Queen Wasabi. In this episode, Queen Wasabi gives a rundown of her journey in establishing Liga Adarna, the Philippines’ premiere all-female esports league. She also shares the barriers that still exist for females in esports and the h...
A Gamer’s Take #20 | Life as a Gen Z Gamer & Content Creator ft. Rebyczko
March 19, 2023 02:00 - 56 minutes - 39.2 MBThis week I’m joined by another amazing female from the gaming community, Rebyczko! She’s a streamer, cosplayer, student, and co-host of the podcast: “Oo, GenZ Ako” And in this episode, we talk about her growth as a content creator, her decision to shift out of STEM, her views as a fellow Gen Z gamer, and so much more!! Hope you tune in! :) REBYCZKO’S QUESTION OF THE WEEK: CHECK OUT REBYCZKO Social Media: https://rebyczko.carrd.co/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2jSxsvYWONvuqEUXD...
AFK #02 | On Letting Go & Living in the Present: Reacting to Kumpare Talks with Pj Bautista
March 12, 2023 09:00 - 48 minutes - 33.7 MBThis week I am joined by Pj Bautista, the host of ChillTalks, as we react to an episode from another podcast called: Kumpare Talks. Pj and I share how we felt while listening to Kumpare Talks’ episode and we also discussed our takes on the things we had to let go of to become better people and how we can live more in the present. Hope you tune in! :) Kumpare Talks episode we reacted to: https://open.spotify.com/episode/54NQRXTHGo5EKSfWnWgTOn?si=51a582d9ae9e457f PJ’S QUESTION OF THE WEE...
Beyond Gaming #20 | Finding Your Way: Exploring the 7 Dimensions of Wellness with Jerome Paul Casimiro
March 05, 2023 03:00 - 52 minutes - 36.5 MBIn this episode, we sit down with Jerome Paul Casimiro, a speech and communications trainer and the host of Runaway Podcast, a podcast that imparts conversations in line with the 7 Dimensions of Wellness. Jerome explains how he has learned the importance of each dimension (spiritual, physical, emotional, career, intellectual, environmental, and social) and their interconnectedness. He also shares the gaming lessons that not only helped him as an individual, but also help him expand his cra...
Beyond Gaming #19 | Gamification as a Master Life Coach ft. Coach Mix
February 26, 2023 02:00 - 50 minutes - 34.7 MBGamification is the process of applying game design principles and mechanics to non-game contexts, such as education, marketing, business, and more. And in this episode, we’re joined by Coach Mix as he shares how he uses gamification to help his clients achieve their goals and enhance their well-being. He also shares some examples of how he applies gamification to different areas of life coaching, such as goal-setting, habit formation, and progress tracking. So if you're an aspiring/current...
A Gamer’s Take #19 | On Self-Discovery & Perseverance: AJ Aranda’s Top 3 Gaming Lessons
February 19, 2023 02:00 - 41 minutes - 28.6 MBIf it’s not obvious yet, it really makes me happy to talk to people that have picked up their own life lessons from gaming. And though I’m definitely used to sharing mine, this week we hear from the console gamer and aspiring podcaster: AJ Aranda! In this episode, he shares the top 3 lessons he picked up from playing video games like Ghost of Tsushima and God of War (2018). This has to be a part of some of the most fun conversations I’ve had on the podcast, so I hope you tune in! :D AJ’S Q...
A Gamer’s Take #18 | The Cost of Cheat Codes ft. Derek Carlos
February 12, 2023 02:00 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MBWe’re continuing A Gamer’s Take this 2023 and for this first installment, I’m joined by gamer, podcaster, and IT consultant, Derek Carlos! Join us as we dive into the world of cheat codes and explore the true cost of using them. We also discuss some of their implications if we try to incorporate them into our careers and personal development. Hope you tune in! :) CHECK OUT DEREK CARLOS Mungkahi Podcast: https://beacons.ai/mungkahipodcast RATE & REVIEW THE PODCAST: beacons.ai/reviewequip...
AFK #01 | Life's Detours: Reflection on Taking a Break
February 05, 2023 01:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MBAFK is a new series we’re starting on the podcast where we take a step back from the keyboard and games to have open, laid-back, and honest conversations about what’s going on in our lives. Whether you're seeking inspiration or just looking for a break from the daily grind, this is the perfect chance to unwind and connect <3 The timing of this new series couldn’t have been any better because in this first installment, I share why I’ve been MIA for the past two weeks and how I’ve been naviga...
Equipped #26 | Having a Beginner’s Mindset
January 17, 2023 08:00 - 8 minutes - 5.81 MBI love the concept of “learning by doing” but sometimes, it makes us think that going through tutorials doesn’t matter as much. So in this solo episode, join me as I talk about how my perspective around video game tutorials has changed and how it’s helping me embrace being a beginner. Hope you tune in! :) QUESTION OF THE WEEK: What's something you want to be a beginner at this 2023? I'd love to hear from you guys! Send your answers through Facebook, Instagram, or TikTok: @equippedpodcas...
Equipped #25 | How to Win the Game of Life
January 08, 2023 10:00 - 11 minutes - 8.13 MBIn this solo episode, I share my thoughts on what it takes to “win” in life. Though I can’t say I've already done it myself, I do think there’s one thing that people tend to overlook on their journeys to success. I talk about all of that and more so I hope you tune in! :) RATE & REVIEW THE PODCAST: beacons.ai/reviewequipped JOIN THE COMMUNITY: https://discord.gg/mfgQZT8WZj New episodes are out every Sunday on all major podcast platforms. For feedback, suggestions, or possible collaborati...
Equipped #24 | The Power Of Choice
January 02, 2023 08:00 - 13 minutes - 9.31 MBNew year, new episode, new…podcast intro?? We’re back from our holiday break and I’m excited to see what 2023 has to offer each and every one of us! Join me as I talk about the mindset that I want to uphold throughout 2023 and how we can leverage it on a daily basis. Hope you tune in! :) QUESTION OF THE WEEK: What are some of your intentions for 2023? I'd love to hear from you guys! Send your answers through Facebook, Instagram, or TikTok: @equippedpodcastph. RATE & REVIEW THE PODCAST:...
Equipped #23 | 5 Gaming Lessons That Empowered Me In 2022
December 11, 2022 07:00 - 27 minutes - 19 MBBefore we take a break for the holidays, I wanted to share the top 5 lessons I got from gaming that really empowered me to get through 2022. Despite what most older generations say, gaming has had a huge positive impact on my life, and I can’t wait to keep learning more from it! Hope you tune in! <3 QUESTION OF THE WEEK: What are some gaming lessons that helped you this year? I'd love to hear from you guys! Send your answers through Facebook, Instagram, or TikTok: @equippedpodcastph. RA...
Beyond Gaming #18 | Linking Gaming, Mental Health, & Psychology with Eliza Verzosa
December 04, 2022 02:00 - 53 minutes - 37 MBcw: mental health, depression I tend to find myself amazed by how much gaming can be related to so many different facets of our lives. And though gaming overall is fun and exciting, I appreciate how it also opens doors to talk about deeper (and equally important) topics - which this week, happens to be all about mental health. I’m honored that Eliza Verzosa joined me in this episode as she shares her story about recovering from depression, switching from Nursing to Psychology as a professi...
Beyond Gaming #17 | Building The Right Clans And Parties ft. Roi Caturla
November 28, 2022 09:00 - 42 minutes - 29.4 MBThere’s no doubt that gaming has a big social component to it. And just like how we choose and build our own clans and parties in-game, it’s crucial that we also pay attention to the people we surround ourselves with in real life. But why does it really matter and what are some steps people can take in figuring this all out? Join me and Roi Caturla, the host of Keep Going podcast, as Roi breaks down his experiences during the pandemic and how he’s prioritizing his space now. Hope you tune ...
Beyond Gaming #16 | Buhay Daddy Gamer ft. Daddy Player One
November 21, 2022 08:00 - 52 minutes - 35.8 MB[ENG/FIL] Sino ba kasi ang nagsabi na pagtanda mo, mawawalan ka na raw ng time para sa mga hobbies na gusto mo? Para sa marami satin, pinipili natin maglaan ng oras sa paglaro ng video games. At kasama rin si Daddy Player One dun, na kahit working and tatay na siya, g pa rin sa video games! And grateful ako kasi he joins me in this episode! Dito, mapapakinggan niyo yung pinagmulan ng Daddy Player One, paano niya pinagsasabay ang video games at pagiging responsible na family man, at iba pa....
Beyond Gaming #15 | The Limits Of Being A Soloplayer ft Lan Oribello (iitalix plays)
November 12, 2022 22:00 - 58 minutes - 40.5 MBThe podcast is back and we’re kickstarting things with a returning guest, Lan Oribello, also known as iitalix plays. Our conversation took a few twists and turns but we got to talk about how Lan and I share pieces of ourselves in the single-player games we play, the pros and cons of going solo in real life, and soooo much more! Our epiphany at the latter half of the episode was just 🤯🤯🤯 so we hope you tune in! LAN’S QUESTION OF THE WEEK: When was a time that you were on the helping end of ...
You Got Through Another Week! :) (Power Up! Series)
October 28, 2022 08:00 - 9 minutes - 6.75 MBWe got through another week, congrats to us!! Power Up! is a mini-series where I’ll be posting daily episodes and sharing tidbits that you can hopefully take with you and use throughout your day! :) RATE & REVIEW THE PODCAST: beacons.ai/reviewequipped JOIN THE COMMUNITY: https://discord.gg/mfgQZT8WZj New episodes are out every Sunday on all major podcast platforms. For feedback, suggestions, or possible collaborations, feel free to send an email to [email protected].
Going Back To Manila After 2 Years (Power Up! Series)
October 27, 2022 02:00 - 9 minutes - 6.59 MBI’ll be traveling to Manila today aaaa so today’s episode is just me talking about what I’m looking forward to and wanting to pass the happy energy to you guys!! Power Up! is a mini-series where I’ll be posting daily episodes and sharing tidbits that you can hopefully take with you and use throughout your day! :) RATE & REVIEW THE PODCAST: beacons.ai/reviewequipped JOIN THE COMMUNITY: https://discord.gg/mfgQZT8WZj New episodes are out every Sunday on all major podcast platforms. For fee...
Show Up Anyway (Power Up! Series)
October 26, 2022 04:00 - 10 minutes - 7.03 MBWe’re continuing to process our emotions from yesterday, but we’re also making the conscious decision to show up today!! :) Power Up! is a mini-series where I’ll be posting daily episodes and sharing tidbits that you can hopefully take with you and use throughout your day! RATE & REVIEW THE PODCAST: beacons.ai/reviewequipped JOIN THE COMMUNITY: https://discord.gg/mfgQZT8WZj New episodes are out every Sunday on all major podcast platforms. For feedback, suggestions, or possible collabora...
When You’re Holding On Too Tightly (Power Up! Series)
October 25, 2022 06:00 - 9 minutes - 6.79 MBHere’s me realizing that I have some negative emotions building up so...let’s talk about it. :) Power Up! is a mini-series where I’ll be posting daily episodes and sharing tidbits that you can hopefully take with you and use throughout your day! RATE & REVIEW THE PODCAST: beacons.ai/reviewequipped JOIN THE COMMUNITY: https://discord.gg/mfgQZT8WZj New episodes are out every Sunday on all major podcast platforms. For feedback, suggestions, or possible collaborations, feel free to send an ...
Listen To This If You Hate Mondays (Power Up! Series)
October 24, 2022 03:00 - 16 minutes - 11.5 MBToday marks the beginning of my small mini-series Power Up! I’ll be posting daily episodes and sharing tidbits that you can hopefully take with you and use throughout your day! :) RATE & REVIEW THE PODCAST: beacons.ai/reviewequipped JOIN THE COMMUNITY: https://discord.gg/mfgQZT8WZj New episodes are out every Sunday on all major podcast platforms. For feedback, suggestions, or possible collaborations, feel free to send an email to [email protected].
Equipped #22 | Anniversary Special! (Recorded LIVE On Discord)
October 22, 2022 22:00 - 35 minutes - 24.5 MBIn celebration of Equipped’s anniversary (which is on October 24), we did a LIVE recording of the anniversary special over on Discord! The community relistened to the first episode of the podcast and I shared my sentiments on everything that happened within the past year. In this released version, I no longer included the playback of the first episode but if you want to listen to it, you can find it here: Everyone’s A Noob. Thank you again to everyone that has shown their support over the ...
A Gamer’s Take #17 | 13 Years Later… ft. Cyrus Dela Cruz
October 17, 2022 06:00 - 50 minutes - 34.5 MBA lot of us have amazing childhood memories because of gaming and this week, I was able to sit down with a childhood friend who’s practically like family to us, Cyrus Dela Cruz! He loves video games just as much as I do and this is the first time in 13 years that we reallyyyy got to catch up with each other! Join us as we reminisce about our childhood, Cyrus’ streaming journey, and what we’ve learned to appreciate as we grew older. Hope you tune in! :) CYRUS’ QUESTION OF THE WEEK: In wh...
A Gamer’s Take #16 | Personal Finance Lessons From Ragnarok ft. Kristoffer Notario (Rat Race Running)
October 08, 2022 22:00 - 40 minutes - 27.9 MB[ENG/FIL] This week, we’re dabbling into personal finance again! And with me is the person behind the rising blog “Rat Race Running” - Kristoffer Notario. In this episode, we talk about the personal finance lessons he learned from playing Ragnarok such as understanding buy and sell, investing in stocks, and the importance of multiple income streams. Hope you tune in! :) Article we referenced in the episode: 8 Practical Lessons I Learned from Playing Computer Games KRISTOFFER’S QUESTION...
Equipped #21 | Don’t Speedrun Life
October 02, 2022 05:00 - 17 minutes - 12.3 MBYou can get to where you want to be without missing out on the process, the in-betweens of life. In this solo episode, I share why I’ve embraced slowing down over the past two months…and why you should too. Hope you tune in! :) QUESTION OF THE WEEK: How can you slow down this week? I'd love to hear from you guys! Send your answers through Facebook, Instagram, or TikTok: @equippedpodcastph. RATE & REVIEW THE PODCAST: beacons.ai/reviewequipped JOIN THE COMMUNITY: https://discord.gg/mfgQ...
A Gamer’s Take #15 | Toxic Filipino Gaming Culture ft. Migs Tuico
September 26, 2022 11:00 - 42 minutes - 29.3 MB[ENG/FIL] This week I’m joined by one of the listeners of the podcast, Migs Tuico, and we talk all about toxic Filipino gaming culture. Why is it so prevalent and what are some things we can do to promote safer spaces in gaming communities? Listen to the full episode and join our discussion! :) MIGS’ QUESTIONS OF THE WEEK: What’s your definition of safe space and how can you create a safe space in-game? RATE & REVIEW THE PODCAST: beacons.ai/reviewequipped JOIN THE COMMUNITY: https://di...
Beyond Gaming #14 | Parenting & Living With A Gamer Family ft. Knic Meneses
September 17, 2022 22:00 - 51 minutes - 35.4 MB[ENG/FIL] So far on this podcast, we’ve talked a lot about what goes on when one grows up as a gamer. But let’s take it a step further: What’s it like to grow up in a complete family of gamers…AND THEN become a parent and create a new one? This week, Knic Meneses shares her story as we dive into gaming and family. How different is it to grow up with gamers? What goes on when gamers become parents? And should kids be allowed to game at a young age? We answer these questions and more in th...
Beyond Gaming #13 | Why Gamers Can Handle Their Money ft. Matthew Alamar
September 10, 2022 22:00 - 45 minutes - 31.6 MB[ENG/FIL] This week, we’re finally dabbling into a topic we haven’t really talked about yet: investing and personal finance!! And since I’m not an expert, I’m joined by financial consultant and content creator, Matthew Alamar, to help relate gaming to personal finance. Matthew broke down a looot of concepts like lifestyle inflation, how ego affects our financial decisions, resource management, and the true “value” of money. This episode is jam-packed with gems so I hope you tune in! :) Th...
Equipped #20 | New Levels, New Devils
September 03, 2022 22:00 - 14 minutes - 10.3 MB“Before you face the next boss battle, you need to level up.” But what if we interchanged some words in that expression and saw it this way too: The more you level up, the newer and the more challenging your problems, obstacles, and boss battles will be. A small tweak like that can make room for a great mindset shift. But don’t get me wrong, this episode isn’t about complaining, romanticizing, or being afraid of the problems that are in our way. Rather, it’s about turning the reality that ...
A Gamer’s Take #14 | Career Shifts & Inclusive Communities with Lan Oribello (Iitalix Plays)
August 27, 2022 22:00 - 51 minutes - 35.3 MBGaming is like music in that it connects people in more ways than we realize. And though there’s an amazing social aspect to gaming...it also gets tainted by negativity and toxicity at times. So, how can gamers rally alongside each other to spread more good and positivity in the gaming world? We answer that question this week as I’m joined by one of my favorite variety streamers, Lan Oribello! But in his streams, he’s also known as Iitalix. In this episode, Lan gives us a rundown of how ...
A Gamer’s Take #13 | Resetting Skill Points: Yay Or Nay? ft. Jaemi De Guzman and Vivz Solevilla
August 20, 2022 22:00 - 41 minutes - 28.5 MB[ENG/FIL] Skill points dictate what kind of strengths your character will have + what role you’ll get to play in a team. And like with many things in life, where these skill points go is our decision to make. But a question that’s been on my mind is…if we can reset our skill points in-game, can we really do the same in real life? Luckily this week, I didn’t have to navigate through my thoughts alone. In this episode, I’m joined by Jaemi & Vivz of Puro Ka Laro and we talked all about SKILL...
A Gamer’s Take #12 | GO BEYOND, PLUS ULTRA with LeFatMan Gaming
August 13, 2022 22:00 - 45 minutes - 31.1 MB[ENG/FIL] "It is fine now. Why? Because Le Fat Man is here!!!” This week, I’m joined by variety streamer: Le Fat Man! And in this episode, he shares how he embodies All Might’s persona as a streamer, his best streaming tips, and why we don’t need powers to be HEROES. 🦸♂️ Hope you tune in! :) LEFATMAN’S QUESTION OF THE WEEK: How can you be a hero this week? CHECK OUT LEFATMAN GAMING: FB: https://www.facebook.com/LeFatManGaming/ Support Streamers: https://linktr.ee/LEFATMAN RATE & REVIE...
Equipped #19 | Inventory Check: How’s Your Year So Far?
August 06, 2022 22:00 - 14 minutes - 10 MBMore than half of the year is already over…how have you been? Join me this week as I share a quick life update and explain why I think taking inventory of our lives is one of the best things we can do. I hope you tune in! :) QUESTION OF THE WEEK: What’s one word you’d use to describe your 2022 so far? RATE & REVIEW THE PODCAST: beacons.ai/reviewequipped JOIN THE COMMUNITY: https://discord.gg/mfgQZT8WZj New episodes are out every Sunday on all major podcast platforms. For feedback, sug...
Beyond Gaming #12 | The Struggle with Vulnerability & Social Media ft. JM Cruz
July 30, 2022 22:00 - 46 minutes - 31.9 MB[ENG/FIL] cw: mental health, suicidal feelings I’ve only started to branch out to more survival horror games this year. And though I still can’t say it’s my go-to gaming genre, JM Cruz definitely can. This week, I’m joined by JM Cruz, a good friend and the host of Zero Hour Discussions! In this episode, we dive deep into why JM loves survival horror games and the game that saved his life: Silent Hill 2. Tune in to find out how our conversation evolved from talking about video games to ...
Beyond Gaming #11 | Be the Hero of Your Own Story ft. Kelly Harris
July 23, 2022 22:00 - 40 minutes - 27.7 MBThey say that taking the first step is always the hardest… One of the biggest reasons why is we either wait for the “right” moment or we wait for ourselves to feel 100% “ready.” But what if we could all feel more comfortable taking messy action towards our goals? This week, I’m joined by Kelly Harris, a copywriter and content strategist. And in this episode, she shares some gaming lessons that helped her leave her teaching job to pursue a career in writing — an act that helped her become...
Beyond Gaming #10 | Are Side Quests Worth It? ft. Scott Somerville
July 16, 2022 22:00 - 51 minutes - 35.8 MBEvery video game has its own storyline, set of objectives, and main quests. Sprinkled in between all that are side quests. And let’s face it, some of them are fun to do but others…can be pretty questionable. 😅 In this episode, I sat down with a fellow podcaster, Scott Somerville and I got his take on side questing in real life. Are they “optional” just like in most games, or is there an actual benefit to them? 🤔 SCOTT’S QUESTION OF THE WEEK: What would you want to do if you were never to ...
Equipped #18 | PA-HEAL PLEASE!
July 09, 2022 22:00 - 17 minutes - 11.9 MB[ENG/FIL] PA-HEAL PLEASE!! How many times have you yelled this out in-game? Funny how we pay so much attention to our HP bar in-game…kamusta naman ang HP bar natin in real life?? 😅 QUESTION OF THE WEEK: How can you make your health a bigger priority? I'd love to hear from you guys! Send your answers through Facebook, Instagram, or TikTok: @equippedpodcastph. RATE & REVIEW THE PODCAST: beacons.ai/reviewequipped JOIN THE COMMUNITY: https://discord.gg/mfgQZT8WZj New episodes are out eve...
A Gamer’s Take #11 | Gaming and the Ways We Cope ft. Anne Agu
July 03, 2022 00:00 - 50 minutes - 34.7 MBcw: mental health/anxiety/depression We live in a chaotic world and we all have (and maybe are still finding) our own coping mechanisms. But how do we set the boundary between healthy and unhealthy ways of coping? This week, I’m joined by my good college friend, Anne Agu! And in this episode, we talk about: Anne’s love for Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Anne’s top lessons from playing video games The importance of being able to escape and take a breather Detaching from our heighte...
A Gamer’s Take #10 | Slowing Down In A Fast World ft. Pj Bautista of ChillTalks
June 25, 2022 22:00 - 50 minutes - 35.1 MB[ENG/FIL] This week, I’m joined by one of my closest podcasting friends, Pj Bautista! He’s the host of ChillTalks and in this episode, he talks about one of his favorite gaming franchises: Devil May Cry! But what is it about this franchise that made Pj finish the entire thing in just one week? And how can we correlate this to rushing things we want to achieve in real life? We dive deep into all of that and more in this episode. I hope you tune in! :) PJ’S QUESTION OF THE WEEK: What is yo...
A Gamer’s Take #09 | Is the Grind Really Worth It? ft. Jhaz Tayag of The Gamesilog Show
June 19, 2022 01:00 - 56 minutes - 39.1 MB[ENG/FIL] Jhaz joins us once again as we talk about his favorite gaming genre: JRPGs. But with these types of games, the grind will always exist. The question is…is the grind really worth it?? In this episode, we dive deeper into answering that question while also talking about: - Jhaz’s favorite JRPGs to date - The struggle of finding fulfillment - Why people choose to overwork themselves - Jhaz’s experience as an OFW in Korea + how he works now - The importance of rewarding yourself JHA...
Equipped #17 | No Respawns Allowed
June 11, 2022 22:00 - 16 minutes - 11.4 MBcw: death One of the obvious differences between video games and real life is that we can die and respawn as many times as we want in-game but in real life, we can’t. In real life, no respawns are allowed. And in this solo episode, I explain why I think accepting death is important to start living. Hope you tune in! :) QUESTION OF THE WEEK: How can you start living more intentionally? I'd love to hear from you guys! Send your answers through Facebook, Instagram, or TikTok: @equippedpodc...
Beyond Gaming #09 | People Don’t Care About You (and that’s a good thing) ft. Patrick of Rule20Podcast
June 05, 2022 04:00 - 43 minutes - 30.1 MB[ENG/FIL] The number of times I said “wow” and “amazing” in this episode basically sums up how much I enjoyed talking to this week’s guest: Patrick of Rule20Podcast! In this episode, Patrick extends the segment he has on his podcast called “IRL Cheat Codes” and shares 4 cheat codes (+a bonus) that everybody needs to WIN in the game of life. PATRICK’S QUESTION OF THE WEEK: What are other ideas that society perceives as bad but can actually be used in a good way? CHECK OUT RULE20 PODCAST F...