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Video Games have a Public Relations problem

GETL - October 24, 2022 16:41 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
Being a video games journalist may seem like a lot of fun, but most are not aware of how difficult this profession can be. Especially when the people who are supposed to make things easier, often end up making the process far more difficult than it needs to be.  #BehindTheScenes #LiftingTheVei...

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Tech and gaming events should always be virtual

GETL - August 21, 2022 10:00 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
The world has changed fundamentally because of the COVID-19 pandemic. In many respects, companies, people and media have moved to a digital first methodology for content. As such, many physical events and jobs have become digital in nature. However, is this change for the better or worse? Join us...

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Don’t be fooled by unethical journalism in the gaming and tech space

GETL - August 07, 2022 10:00 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
How much do you know about the ethical practices of the content you consume? Hans and Edward explore this very question in terms of video games and technology journalism, and offer concise insight into the importance of ethical standards and how these standards differentiate journalistic quality ...

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Why are micro-transactions, DLC and subscriptions a terrible idea for tangible goods?

GETL - July 24, 2022 10:00 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
Micro-transactions, downloadable content and subscriptions are terms synonymous with video games. However, there is a new trend where hardware manufacturers are beginning to lock features behind software to further spearhead these ideas. Hans and Edward discuss why this new business practice is a...

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Do gamers have a right to feel animosity towards developers?

GETL - July 10, 2022 10:00 - 54 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
Hans and Edward weigh-in on the issues surrounding toxicity and entitlement within gaming culture; specifically in terms of negative behaviour affecting video game developers.

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Do remasters/reboots have a purpose other than being nostalgic cash-grabs?

GETL - June 26, 2022 10:00 - 55 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
Hans and Edward dissect the many differences in how media may be preserved as art, primarily thought better understanding the ways reboots, remasters and remakes are handled; and whether or not they offer tangible purposes or serve as nothing more than nostalgic cash-grabs.

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The importance of source materials when telling a story

GETL - June 12, 2022 10:00 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
Hans and Edward discuss how the basis of compelling story telling often requires complete source materials; and how disasters often ensue when these basics are missing or incomplete.

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How Gamiotics is changing Experiential Entertainment

GETL - May 29, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
Hans and Edward are joined by David Carpenter, CEO of Gamiotics, to discuss the potential of gamification in the space of experiential entertainment.

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Understanding gamification and its impact on modern living

GETL - May 15, 2022 10:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
Hans and Edward talk through the concept of gamification and thoughtfully discuss how this unique idea has proliferated almost all aspects of modern living in the digital age.

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Understanding ownership of digital and physical licenses and how NFT’s are the future

GETL - May 01, 2022 10:00 - 57 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
Hans and Edward talk about the realities of ownership and licensing in the digital age, and how NFT’s could very well shape the future of these technologies.

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Do cinemas still have a place in a post pandemic world?

GETL - April 17, 2022 10:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
Hans and Edward deliberate on the differences between watching movies at home versus the cinema, and why Hollywood’s antiquated release methodology needs urgent reform.

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Are video gaming subscriptions sustainable?

GETL - April 03, 2022 10:00 - 59 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
Hans and Edward carefully dissect and discuss the concept of ‘video game subscriptions’, its place in the global market, overall value propositions and the truth behind whether or not the subscription model is, in fact, sustainable.

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Why can adaptations be so controversial?

GETL - March 20, 2022 10:00 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
Hans and Edward carefully dissect the reasons behind why people feel so strongly about how adaptations are carried out, and also offer insight, discussion and discourse around how and why adaptations fundamentally need to be different in order to succeed - contrary to what most may believe.

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Why can reviews be so divisive in opinion?

GETL - March 06, 2022 10:00 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
Hans and Edward reflect on what it means to review media, content and products for a living; discuss the importance of critical thought; wax lyrical on the benefits of community; and ultimately offer advice on the best way to consume and enjoy review content in a world filled with influencers and...

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To canon or not to canon in the geek zeitgeist, is that the question?

GETL - February 20, 2022 10:00 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
Hans and Edward discuss the concept of 'canon', its relevance within the global geek zeitgeist, and how recent media trends are fundamentally changing the way canon is applied, understood and formed.

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How important are narrative and lore elements to video games?

GETL - February 06, 2022 10:00 - 42 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
Hans and Edward discuss the interesting nuance surrounding narrative and lore elements within video games, and how this interactive medium is both a boon and a curse for lore junkies.

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Why does the uncanny valley make us feel uneasy?

GETL - December 19, 2021 10:00 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
Hans and Edward explore the origins of the 'Uncanny Valley', what the term means, why it is important; and eventually travel down a rabbit hole of conspiracy, conjecture and enlightened discourse around what it means to be perceived as 'human'.

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Why do video games avoid intimacy and marital commitment?

GETL - December 12, 2021 10:00 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
Hans and Edward explore relationships within video games. In particular, relationships between protagonists and characters featured within and out of narrative constructs. They also take a hard look at the rather unusual lack of serious relationships within video games, and ponder about why this ...

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Looking back through nostalgia tinted glasses at how games influence adult preferences.

GETL - November 14, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
Hans and Edward take a trip down memory lane to dissect and discuss ‘the games that made us’ and their impact on our adult lives.

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This podcast chapter is coming to an end

Pure Happy Healthy - November 10, 2021 19:44 - 4 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
I´m explaining why this podcast is coming to an end and what will expect you in the future.  Visit my new podcast all about Human Design here!  Ich erkläre warum dieser Podcast zu einem End kommt und was dich in der Zukunft erwartet.  Hier geht es zu meinem neuen Podcast! 

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Millennial conspirators talk artful games on halloween

GETL - October 31, 2021 10:00 - 58 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
Hans and Edward discuss: the generational differences between boomers, zoomers and millennials; the case for video game preservation as an art form through emulation; interesting and fun facts about halloween; diving into interesting conspiracy theories from around the world and in television; an...

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Releasing stress and anxiety with Pia Dyson

Pure Happy Healthy - October 29, 2021 06:00 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
You can find Pias Website here: https://maiamedicine.com/?fbclid=IwAR2cQ37iqGgeL95aifzyoBcTuWUwoOCdaJFo1-9eg-va7mgplDkqI242x30 You can also find her on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/maiamedicineunavida/?ref=page_internal Get in touch with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leandra...

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Über Leichtigkeit, Veränderung und Reiki mit Ann Sophie Bünting

Pure Happy Healthy - October 21, 2021 23:38 - 41 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
Du findest Ann Sophie bei Instagram unter: https://www.instagram.com/inbalance_healing/?hl=de Und ihre Website hier: https://www.inbalance-healing.com/ Ich freue mich ebenfalls wenn du bei meinem Instagram vorbeischaust: https://www.instagram.com/leandrahaupt/?hl=de Oder auf meiner Website: h...

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Fully vaxxed coffee drinkers who kiss ass during mass

GETL - October 17, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
Hans and Edward: revel in being fully vaccinated; discuss the complexities of zoomer humour; journey into what it means to have childlike wonder as an adult; express relief in the knowledge that coffee will survive climate change; offer a recipe for 'Sex Coffee'; enter a discourse into about reli...

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Pursuit for happiness with Mo Gawdat

Pure Happy Healthy - October 14, 2021 23:00 - 57 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
In this episode I speak with Mo Gawdat. He is Mo Gawdat is... Former Chief Business Officer of Google  Host of Slo Mo: A Podcast with Mo Gawdat Bestselling author of Solve for Happy (2017) Bestselling author of Scary Smart (2021) Founder of the project One Billion Happy You can find his we...

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Sex neu entdecken durch Tantra mit Iuli Banu

Pure Happy Healthy - October 07, 2021 23:00 - 41 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
Hier findest du Iuli bei Instagram: https://instagram.com/iuliversum?utm_medium=copy_link und ihre Website: https://iuliversum.com Schreib mir gerne bei Instagram: I'm on Instagram as leandrahaupt. Install the app to follow my photos and videos. https://www.instagram.com/leandrahaupt

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How do you feel about the future?

GETL - October 03, 2021 10:00 - 17 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
After hours of hardware failures for what was supposed to be GETL 76 (S02E34), the resultant episode was culled to what could be salvaged. The result is a very quick 17 minute discussion about the 'future', how we feel about it and what might lie in store for us all.

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Getting back in tune with Soundmassage by Adam Kurs

Pure Happy Healthy - September 30, 2021 23:00 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
Check out Adam on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vibezamt/?hl=de His Homepage: https://www.vibezamt.de/ Get in touch with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leandrahaupt/?hl=de

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Green Knights and Dragon Hearts

GETL - September 26, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
Hans and Edward take listeners on a journey spanning the likes of why Dragonheart should remain dead, the ways in which the beautiful The Green Knight is rather shallow, how memories in Reminiscence do not make a plot, enjoy coming of age discovery in CODA, give reasoning as to why reboots and re...

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Dismantling the misconceptions around Video Games Journalism

GETL - September 19, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
Hans and Edward explore: the many misconceptions around video games journalism and how this industry is absolutely not as ‘fun’, ‘carefree’ or ‘entertaining’ as it appears to be; a brief history of where Ha-Ha originates from; how scientists are researching ways to breathe through our butts; an i...

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