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Game on Girl

181 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 17 ratings

Conversations about gaming, pop culture, and gender.

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S4 E1 - Doug Bass and Flicking Finches

July 23, 2021 19:33 - 52 minutes - 36.2 MB

Welcome back! My apologies it's been so long since I posted an episode. In the last few months, I've started a new job in a completely new field and am adjusting to a new schedule. Thankfully, I think this change will let me start to make content more regularly. Thank you for sticking it out with me! I had the pleasure to interview Doug Bass from Meridae Games about a new game he's working on. Flicking Finches is live on Kickstarter and has less than a week left to fund. This dexterity and...

S3 E9 - Watching Lord of the Rings as a Mom

December 04, 2020 07:57 - 14 minutes - 9.77 MB

Greetings Gentle Listeners! This week Regina takes us back to the world of Lord of the Rings. She talks about what it's like to watch the trilogy now that she's a mom. Yes... it's been that long since she watched these movies. She touches briefly on how the movies have aged but really takes a deep dive into her own emotional response to one character in particular.  Have you ever had a similar experience? Have you watched a familiar story and had a completely different emotional reaction t...

S3 E8 - Isabela Oliveira & It Gets Even Better: Stories of Queer Possibility

November 14, 2020 00:15 - 23 minutes - 16.5 MB

Greetings gentle listeners! This week, Regina interviews a regular from The Geek Embassy, Isabela Oliveira! Isabela is here to tell us about a Kickstarter she launched this week with her co-editor, Jed Sabin. It Gets Even Better: Stories of Queer Possibility will feature stories of near-future sociopolitical or technological change, far-future imaginings of new societies, and other stories of queer joy. Listen to hear Isabela talk about how the collection came to be, help us understand the ...

S3 E7 - Biden's Island and Sus AOC

November 02, 2020 21:03 - 14 minutes - 9.76 MB

Greetings gentle listeners! In this episode of Game on Girl, Regina talks about politics. Specifically, Joe Biden's Animal Crossing New Horizon's island and AOC's Twitch stream of Among Us. These two political approaches mark a progressive shift in campaigning. Listen to hear what she has to say about these two very different bids to get the gamer vote.  What do you think of these campaign approaches? Let Regina know on Twitter @doclizz!  Until next time, game on! --- Send in a voice me...

S3 E6 - Amanda Gardner and Romancelvania

October 23, 2020 21:00 - 44 minutes - 30.8 MB

Greetings Gentle Listeners! In this episode of Game on Girl, Regina interviews Amanda Gardner about her new game, Romancelvania! Amanda is a storyteller, writer, mom, teacher, and narrative director for The Deep End Games. Check out the episode to hear how she and her small band of merry game makers are trying to bring some levity to 2020 with Romancelvania! A loving video game parody and a scathing send-up of reality TV shows. Sound like something you might enjoy? The Kickstarter runs unti...

S3 E5 - Social Distancing, Comfort Watching, and Veronica Mars

April 24, 2020 19:14 - 15 minutes - 10.3 MB

Greetings Gentle Listeners! In the latest episode of Game on Girl, Regina talks about her experience of social distancing and finding a show to watch. She talks about her decision making process, what she knew she didn't want, and what she was looking for in an effective pop culture distraction. Check it out and see how Veronica Mars became the best choice.  Don't miss her ongoing thread about the show on her Twitter, @doclizz Until next time, game on! (With safe, social distancing, please...

S3E4 — The Female Mastermind and Good Girls

March 11, 2020 14:00 - 19 minutes - 13.2 MB

What do you think of when you hear the term mastermind? What kind of character comes to mind? How do they behave? What do they do? What kind of skills do they have?  What makes someone THE mastermind? Join Regina McMenomy, Ph.D., as she discusses a female mastermind she just discovered, Beth Bowland from the NBC show, "Good Girls."  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gameongirl/message

S3 E4 - The Female Mastermind

March 11, 2020 14:00 - 19 minutes - 13.2 MB

What do you think of when you hear the term "Mastermind?" What kind of character comes to mind? How do they behave? What do they do? What kind of skills do they have? What makes someone THE mastermind? Join Regina McMenomy, Ph.D. as she discusses a female mastermind she just discovered. Beth Bowland from the NBC show, "Good Girls."  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gameongirl/message

S3E3 - Super Bowl Half Time Shows and Sexuality

February 05, 2020 17:06 - 10 minutes - 7.2 MB

Did you watch the Super Bowl? Were you surprised by the half time show? In this episode, I talk about how my attention was drawn to the half time show. Reactions from friends and articles appearing in my news feed made it impossible for me not to watch it. As I am not a sports fan, it's not the kind of performance that usually draws my attention. But I'm glad I took the time to watch.  Did you watch the show? Was it just on in the background? What were your thoughts about the performance? Let...

S3E2 - Localization Writer and Editor Michelle Deco

January 22, 2020 20:08 - 48 minutes - 33.4 MB

Have you ever wondered what localization is? Have you heard the term used and not known exactly what the process is like? This week, Regina interviews localization writer and editor, Michelle Deco, about her work in the game industry (possibly with some of your favorite JRPGs). Other topics include how to get into the game industry, how your geeky interests can influence your career, and some of the difficulties Michelle faces in her work.  Connect with Michelle here: https://www.michelled...

S3E1 - Reflections and Plans

January 15, 2020 22:58 - 13 minutes - 12 MB

It's a new year and a new season for Game on Girl! Listen to Regina talk about some meaningful conversations she's had with a handful of listeners over the last few weeks and how that's helped her recommit to a plan for the podcast. Look for regular weekly content (with a healthy dose of forgiveness!) this year.  S3 E2 will feature an interview with a localization writer and editor working in the game industry. Keep an eye out for that episode and for new GoG content every Wednesday.  Unti...

S3 E1 - Reflections and Plans

January 15, 2020 22:58 - 13 minutes - 12 MB

It's a new year and a new season for Game on Girl! Listen to Regina talk about some meaningful conversations she's had with a handful of listeners over the last few weeks and how that's helped her recommit to a plan for the podcast. Look for regular weekly content (with a healthy dose of forgiveness!) this year.  S3 E2 will feature an interview with a localization writer and editor working in the game industry. Keep an eye out for that episode and for new GoG content every Wednesday.  Unti...

S2 E15 - Female Representation in The Mandalorian

December 18, 2019 23:14 - 15 minutes - 10.4 MB

Are you watching the latest Star Wars TV series, The Mandalorian? Regina has some opinions about how women are represented in the newest offering from the franchise available on Disney+. Listen to hear what she has to say. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gameongirl/message

Game on Girl (Trailer)

November 18, 2019 19:52 - 56 seconds - 901 KB

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S2 E14 - Video Games and Nostalgia

November 08, 2019 22:09 - 12 minutes - 5.88 MB

There is a pretty hot trend of rolling back to the “old days” of video games. The Classic WoW servers, and the SNES and NES Classic Consoles are just a couple of ways we are seeing older games return. What is it about older games that make us sentimental? What are we returning to as we queue to get on the Classic WoW servers? Listen to Regina talk about the importance of nostalgia and how it relates to our gaming histories. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/s...

S2 E13 - The Balanced Gamer & Combo Types

October 26, 2019 06:02 - 13 minutes - 6.51 MB

What happens when someone likes more than one way to game? What if you’re a little bit self and a little bit role play? What about mastery and self? Listen to Regina and Isabela talk about how the gamer types can work together to make an even more dynamic gaming experience. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gameongirl/message

S2E12 - Geeky Endings

June 04, 2019 18:39 - 27 minutes - 13.2 MB

Some major franchises in geek culture came to an end in the last few weeks. Listen as Regina talks about her reactions to and the cultural impact of The Big Bang Theory, MCU’s Endgame, and Game of Thrones. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gameongirl/message

S2E11 - Are You a Solo or Social Gamer?

April 12, 2019 18:35 - 12 minutes - 5.98 MB

Do you love jumping in a random group of people to play your favorite game? Do you play games mostly by yourself? Come join Regina McMenomy, Ph.D. as she talks about solo versus social gamers and how that attitude relates to her Gamer Types. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gameongirl/message

S2E10 - My Captain Marvel Crisis

March 20, 2019 20:07 - 17 minutes - 8.24 MB

Join Regina McMenomy, PhD, as she talks about all things gender and gaming. In this episode, Regina talks about the role of female superheroes in her life and a bit of a crisis she experienced after watching the recent Captain Marvel movie. Have you seen Captain Marvel? What are your thoughts and experience? How did it compare to Wonder Woman? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gameongirl/message

S2E9 - Do the Gamer Types Get Along?

February 08, 2019 22:03 - 12 minutes - 5.9 MB

Ever run into a conflict with gamers in your game group? Find a particular game annoying because your friends play it wrong? Join Regina McMenomy, Ph.D. as she talks about how the Gamer Types get along... or not! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gameongirl/message

S2E8 - Mastery Gamer Type

January 25, 2019 22:40 - 13 minutes - 6.31 MB

Do you strive to unlock all of the achievements in a game? Does your Steam profile show more than one game at 100% completion? Then you might be a Mastery Gamer Type! Listen to Regina McMenomy, Ph.D. talk about the different Gamer types in Game on Girl on the Go! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gameongirl/message

S2E7 - Indie Author Trish Heinrich

January 23, 2019 12:04 - 53 minutes - 46 MB

Hello Everyone! Yes, Game on Girl is back! This month I have a great interview with Indie Author, Trish Heinrich. About Trish Trish is an indie author I had the pleasure of being on a panel with at last year's Geek Girl Con. During our Geeky Moms panel, it was clear that Trish was articulate, engaging, and thoughtful person. I had no idea she was also a "WoW Head" and a serious gamer. We have a great conversation talking about her evolution into being a superhero writer. We also talk ab...

S2E6 - Role Player Gamer Type

January 18, 2019 21:39 - 16 minutes - 7.84 MB

Do you create an extensive background for your avatar? Do you make up your own creative story that ties to your avatar’s choices? Listen to Regina McMenomy, Ph.D talk about one of the ways gamers create new identities in game. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gameongirl/message

S2E5 - Self Gamer Type

December 06, 2018 17:02 - 13 minutes - 5.25 MB

What decisions do you make when you design an avatar in game? Listen as Regina talks about self gamers and the lengths they will go to to see themselves in-game. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gameongirl/message

S2E4 - Who is Game on Girl?

November 30, 2018 20:00 - 11 minutes - 5.69 MB

Hello Everyone and welcome to Game on Girl on the Go! In this episode, Regina talks about her video game research and the gamer types she’s discovered: Self, Role Play, and Mastery. Check it out! Until next time, game on! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gameongirl/message

S2E3 - Jaimie Cordero from Espionage Cosmetics

September 17, 2018 19:33 - 31 minutes - 22.2 MB

Greetings Geeks and welcome to another episode of Game on Girl! My apologies for the lag in episode releases for Game on Girl. I came back with the best of intentions for monthly content on our podcast feed but as my favorite poet says, "Life is what happens to you while you're busy making other plans." That's certainly how the last few months have gone for me. But I am back with a fantastic LIVE episode interviewing Jaimie Cordero from Espionage Cosmetics. We met up at Rose City Comic Con on...

S2E2 — Matisse Fletcher from Living Computers

May 16, 2018 04:44 - 1 hour - 36.3 MB

Greetings, Geeks! Welcome back to season two of Game on Girl! I have an amazing interview this week with Matisse Fletcher from the Living Computers Museum + Labs in Seattle, Washington. Matisse shares with us her journey to becoming an event planner for the museum and talks about what it's like to have a job that combines a variety of skills in the most unique way. She shares a bit about her process as an event planner and how important it is to create art in living spaces. Matisse is a publi...

S2E1 – Nananea Returns!

April 19, 2018 12:18 - 56 minutes - 45.9 MB

Welcome to Game on Girl! Nananea returns in the first episode of season 2 of my original podcast. For this episode, we chat with Nananea about what she's been up to in the five years since we originally had her on the show. She shares her experiences as a community manager for Robot Entertainment and her story about working her way into the game industry. We also talk in-depth about a pretty significant personal announcement she made a few months ago. She shares her experience with us and des...

S2:E1 – Nananea Returns!

April 19, 2018 12:18 - 56 minutes - 45.9 MB

Welcome to Game on Girl! Nananea returns in the first episode of season 2 of my original podcast. For this episode, we chat with Nananea about what she's been up to in the five years since we originally had her on the show. She shares her experiences as a community manager for Robot Entertainment and her story about working her way into the game industry. We also talk in-depth about a pretty significant personal announcement she made a few months ago. She shares her experience with us and des...

Game on Girl is Back!

April 12, 2018 13:01 - 2 minutes - 2.46 MB

Hello Everyone. This is Regina from The Geek Embassy. If you’ve been a fan of the podcast for anytime you know we’ve gone through some changes in the past few years. We started out as the Game on Girl podcast and then expanded to become The Geek Embassy. Along with the expansion of the site much of our podcast content changed. The Geek Embassy looks at pop culture in a much broader and more topical way, talking about recently released TV shows and movies, books we find interesting, and a Pa...

LIVE with Evan Graham and Tantalus Depths

August 05, 2016 16:57 - 36 minutes - 40.8 MB

As I hope you all know by now, I recently joined a new community of writers trying to get their books published: Inkshares. I jumped into a contest for the Nerdist for books about video games and found myself in a strange new land surrounded by strange new customs. Every heroine needs a guide as she begins her journey and Evan Graham was my guide. He introduced me to this strange land and introduced me to the powerful community could be made there.  About Tantalus Depths But this post isn't a...

Episode 154 - February 2016 LIVE Hangout

March 11, 2016 12:00 - 1 hour - 112 MB

Greetings Geeks! Here is our latest hangout as a podcast episode. We had a great time hanging out and talking about recent movies, and TV shows, and our favorite geek couples. There are some pretty great offerings throughout the show. Let us know what you think in the comments! Keep an eye on this space. I can't give too much away right now but a lot of changes will be happening here at Game on Girl. That's why you haven't heard much from us recently... there is lots and lots of activity hap...

Episode 153 - Farewell 2015 LIVE Hangout

February 04, 2016 12:00 - 1 hour - 90.8 MB

Hey Geeks,  My apologies that I am posting this episode so late. I was out of town for most of January and living with very limited DSL... the kind where it is impossible to stream anything or have two computers working online at once. I don't think I have ever been so frustrated in my entire life! So if you even have to guess, I am that person who turns into a monster when the internet is slow.  So I am just getting our January hangout posted as a podcast episode. We had a great time talking...

Episode 152 - November LIVE Hangout

November 25, 2015 12:00 - 1 hour - 98.2 MB

Hey Everyone,  Just in time for your U.S. Thanksgiving holiday, we have a new episode and a new hangout to share. For our November hangout, we reunited The Secret Geek Shame and talked about our favorite and not-so-favorite new and returning TV shows and games. Lots of time spent discussing the latest with The Big Bang Theory and Fallout 4. There was some discussion between Rhonda and Ryan about some sportsing events which adds a whole new level of gaming to Game on Girl.  As always, we love ...

Episode 151 - October LIVE Hangout - ZOMBIES!

November 04, 2015 12:00 - 1 hour - 96.1 MB

Hey Everyone! We had a great time for our October hanging talking about all things undead. We talk about games, movies, TV shows, fast versus slow zombies, and if one of the most famous science fiction creatures is really a zombies. We also chat a bit about whether zombies have had their day and are on the way out. If you haven't read Rhonda's article about that, check it out.  Our next LIVE Hangout will be Sunday, November 15 at 2pm Pacific. We're looking for topic suggestions. Let us know i...

Episode 150: August Hangout

August 21, 2015 11:00 - 1 hour - 87.8 MB

In this month's hangout, we took on the theme of our favorite Geekdoms. What is a geekdom, you say? Well, Rhonda asked the same question and I described it as: Geekdom: A specific subset of a fandom you enjoy. So I enjoy young adult literature and Harry Potter is one of my Geekdoms within that fandom. It is a geekdombecause I can geek out on all the minor details of the story and the lore, I know and have an opinion on the major arguments between the fans, and I jump at any chance to discuss ...

Episode 149 - July LIVE Hangout

July 17, 2015 12:00 - 1 hour - 91.7 MB

Hey Everyone! Here is our latest Google+ Hangout in both audio and video format. You can watch the video or listen to the episode here or on the YouTube page or Podbean feed. Thanks so much to the handful of you who watched the July Hangout live. We had a full house on air and a great time chatting with each other. Unfortunately, I totally lost the notes from the show so I do not have links this time. You'll just have to watch and listen and let us know what references you need more informati...

Episode 148 - June LIVE Hangout

June 19, 2015 12:00 - 1 hour - 102 MB

Hey Everyone! For our podcast listeners, the new LIVE Hangout we did on Sunday June 14th is now available as a podcast. If you haven't checked out the YouTube video, don't miss it. We've got some great geeky items that we show off, including a preview of a D&D inspired board game. Joining us this month are two new writers for the site, Micah Elliot and Sean Blystone. Look for intros and articles from them in the next few weeks.  I've included links to the books, TV shows, and movies we discus...

Episode 147 - May 2015 - Game on Girl LIVE Hangout!

May 27, 2015 13:00 - 1 hour - 114 MB

Hey Everyone,  If you missed our LIVE Google Hangout on Sunday, May 17, here is the YouTube recording AND an newly uploaded podcast episode for those of you who like to listen to us chat. We had a great time and send out a special thank you to our ONE live viewer.  Please plan to join us for our next LIVE Google Hangout, Sunday, June 14th at 2pm Pacific. We are planning these as monthly events. If there are any topics, games, TV shows, or movies you'd like us to talk about, send us a Tweet or...

Episode 146 - Emerald City Comic Con LIVE

April 01, 2015 11:00 - 1 hour - 102 MB

Hello Everyone! Have I got a treat for you! Here is a very special episode of the podcast, recorded LIVE at Emerald City Comic Con in Seattle, WA March 28th and 29th. Check out the pics and the episode! I must say, it felt pretty good to be sitting behind that Yeti again. :D Until next time, game on! Regina Interviews: Dezi Desire Winter and Arienne from Geek Girl Con AJ AKA THE MEANER GEEK (We finally met!) Simone from Pixelkin Simon and Eliza from Black Hole Wizard and Problem Glyphs  Eric ...

Episode 145 - Changes

January 19, 2015 12:03 - 23 minutes - 32.4 MB

Hello Everyone,  This week, Rhonda and I discuss some important changes that are happening around these parts. I will write more about it later in the week but for now, please listen to the episode and leave your comments at www.gameongirl.com.  Until next time, game on! Regina & Rhonda --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gameongirl/message

Episode 144 - The Headlines Show

January 12, 2015 12:00 - 37 minutes - 51.6 MB

This week, we discuss some current events in a headline show. For those fans of the times Rhonda and I disagree, this is a show for you! Listen to us debate the responsibility of celebrities to understand feminism before they answer certain loaded questions.  We are going to be doing more headlines shows this year and we'd love to hear from you about topics you'd like to hear us discuss. Leave a comment on www.gameongirl.com! Until next time, game on! Regina & Rhonda --- Send in a voice me...

Episode 143 - Year in Review 2014

January 05, 2015 22:22 - 1 hour - 94.7 MB

It's that time of year again. Mark and Ryan join us to discuss some of our favorites media from 2014. We share music, movies, TV shows, books, games, and a personal wild card. Check out the show and share your favorites in the comments on the site, www.gameongirl.com!   Until next time, game on! Regina & Rhonda & Mark & Ryan --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gameongirl/message

Episode 142 - Sandi Glahn

December 24, 2014 12:00 - 49 minutes - 68.3 MB

This week we are delighted to have Sandi Glahn join us on the show again. We are really enjoying what has become a yearly tradition of talking about gender related topics with Sandi. She has great insight. This week, we are bouncing around ideas for a potential panel at Geek Girl Con next year. We have some fantastic moments of insight and some great personal stories we share from our experiences growing up.  If you're looking for some last minute holiday entertainment for Christmas Eve, reme...

Episode 141 - Procrastinators' Purchasing Portfolio

December 15, 2014 12:00 - 37 minutes - 51.3 MB

Ho Ho Holy Cow I'm Late! Ever have one of those times you can't quite figure out what to get someone and you're crunched for time? The Procrastinators' Purchasing Portfolio is our last minute gift guide to help you out in these uncertain gift giving situations. Isabela, the fearless intern, joins me and Rhonda to share some great gift giving ideas.  Let us know in the comments if you have any suggestions for our gift giving categories.  You can find us on facebook, google+, tumblr, and twitte...

Episode 140 - Linda Breneman from Pixelkin

December 08, 2014 12:00 - 1 hour - 90.4 MB

Linda Breneman from Pixelkin joins us this week. We have a great discussion about gaming with your kids, making content accessible to new gamers, and the fun of a good online gaming experience. Make sure to check out the site for lots of great reviews and excellent articles.  Rhonda and I discuss some of our end of year geekiness in our WRaP session. Does the holidaze leave you with more or less time for geeking out?  We also mention an upcoming holiday even we are doing in conjunction with R...

Episode 139 - Cathe Post

December 01, 2014 12:00 - 58 minutes - 80.1 MB

This week Cathe Post from GeekMom.com joins us on the show. We discuss training your kids to be board gaming geeks, cosplaying as a family, and some of our favorite board games. In the WRaP, Rhonda and I discuss our current geeky obsessions! Make sure to check out all the great DIY science stuff on these sites. Some good times are in store for sure! Until nex time, game on! Regina & Rhonda --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gameongirl/message

Episode 138 - Holiday PLaylist

November 18, 2014 12:53 - 50 minutes - 69.4 MB

In anticipation of the quickly approaching Holidaze, Rhonda and I invite fearless intern, Isabela, to join us for our holiday playlist episode. Starting an annual tradition, we make suggestions to help pass the time traveling to visit family and friends this year using your favorite electronic device or your favorite old fashioned device like a paperback book. Let us know your recommendations to pass the time this traveling season on the site! www.gameongirl.com!   Until next time, game on! R...

Episode 137 - Chicks Dig Gaming

November 10, 2014 12:16 - 32 minutes - 45.2 MB

This week we review an excellent anthology focused on women gamers. "Chicks Dig Gaming" from Mad Norwegian press is a great collection of stories and articles we are sure you would love. We share some quotes from our favorite stories in the collection.We WRaP up the episode with what we are Watching, Reading, and Playing. We're loving some fall TV and some new games this week. Until next time, game on!Regina & Rhonda --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/game...

Episode 136 - Allison Carrier - Renaissance Woman

November 03, 2014 13:00 - 47 minutes - 65.2 MB

This week we have the pleasure of chatting with Alison Carrier, a bona fide Renaissance Woman and female geek hero. Alison works for EA at the Red Crow Austin studio as a UI/UX designer. Hear some stories about working in the game industry, cosplaying Wonder Woman, and all about her fantastically geeky hobbies. We WRaP up the show with what we're Watching, Reading, and Playing. I won't talk about a certain mobile game that has me super frustrated. I'm saving that for a later post. Check out t...

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