Equipped: In-Game & In Real Life: Recent Episodes
Reniza Gonzales
EQUIPPED 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.
I 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.
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Playing to win vs playing for fun - do we really have to choose between the two in our lifetime? Let’s talk about it!
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hii 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. :)
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Back 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
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Queen 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 OF THE WEEK:
If emotional scars physically manifested on our bodies and people could see them, do you think people would be kinder knowing you’ve gone through a lot?
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Here’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?
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Gamers 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.
Hope you tune in! :)
QUESTION OF THE WEEK:
What are your current settings and are they really serving the life you want?
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Have 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 get a sneak peek at the video game character Tristan would create if he were given the chance to make one.
Hope you tune in! :)
TRISTAN’S QUESTION OF THE WEEK:
Do you believe that you’re a good person? Why or why not?
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Wondering Paradise (Shopee): bit.ly/WPShopee
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As 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 hopes she has as we continue to break barriers.
Hope you tune in! :)
QUEEN WASABI’S QUESTION OF THE WEEK:
If you had skill points in real life, to which attributes would you allocate them and why?
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This 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:
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Social Media: https://rebyczko.carrd.co/
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This 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 WEEK:
What is your biggest takeaway from this episode?
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In 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 craft as a content creator and as a teacher.
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JEROME’S QUESTION OF THE WEEK:
What’s one thing you’re good at and which dimension of wellness does it fall under?
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Gamification 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 coach, professional, or curious learner looking for fun ways to apply lessons in your own life, this episode is for you!
Hope you tune in! :>
COACH MIX’S QUESTION OF THE WEEK:
How can you use the concept of progression in your own life?
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If 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 QUESTION OF THE WEEK:
What is the current quest that you’re on?
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We’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! :)
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AFK 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 navigating through feeling lost, anxious, and demotivated.
If you’ve been feeling the same way recently, may this episode be a reminder that it’s okay to feel these emotions and that you’re not alone!!
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I 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.
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QUESTION OF THE WEEK:
What's something you want to be a beginner at this 2023?
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In 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! :)
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New 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.
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QUESTION OF THE WEEK:
What are some of your intentions for 2023?
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Before 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?
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cw: 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 profession, and using gaming to advocate for mental health.
I learned so much from our conversation and my only hope is that you can too! :)
Disclaimer: This episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional psychological advice.
ELIZA’S QUESTION OF THE WEEK:
What is a lesson that you learned from the latest game you played?
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There’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 in! :)
ROI’S QUESTION OF THE WEEK:
CHECK OUT ROI CATURLA
TikTok: @roialty7
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[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. And trust me, kahit di ka tatay/parent, you'll still relate cause you'll see how gaming can really shape a person!
Hope you tune in (you won’t regret it!!) :)
DP1’S QUESTION OF THE WEEK:
Masaya ka ba sa ginagawa mo ngayon? (are you happy with what you’re currently doing in life right now?)
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The 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 someone reaching their potential?
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Streams & Socials: wlo.link/@iitalix
Podcast: https://linktr.ee/90dayfiancewtf
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We 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! :)
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I’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! :)
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We’re continuing to process our emotions from yesterday, but we’re also making the conscious decision to show up today!! :)
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Here’s me realizing that I have some negative emotions building up so...let’s talk about it. :)
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Today 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! :)
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In 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 past year! I will always be grateful for you guys. Here’s to more gaming and learning!! <3
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A 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 what ways can you be a positive influence to your friends and your local gaming community?
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[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 OF THE WEEK:
What’s a hobby that you’d like to pursue as a career?
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You 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?
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[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?
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[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 this episode so I hope you tune in! :)
KNIC’S QUESTION OF THE WEEK:
What are your preconceived biases and how can you be more mindful of them to stop them?
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[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! :)
The article we referenced in this episode:
7 Reasons Why Gamers Become Greate Investors
MATTHEW’S QUESTION OF THE WEEK:
If you were doing what you’re truly good/strong at, what would you be doing?
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“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 problems will arrive into empowering thoughts to keep pushing through.
In this episode, I also share a bit more of what I’ve actually been going through since 2022 started. Hope you tune in! :)
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Gaming 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 he went from working as an I.T. professional to streaming full-time, and how he’s now creating a diverse and inclusive online community.
Hope you tune in! :)
LAN’S QUESTION OF THE WEEK:
What does happiness look like to you?
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[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 POINTS: where we usually allot our skill points in RPGs and how we’ve been using them IRL.
Listen to the episode to join the discussion! :)
JAEMI & VIVZ’S QUESTION OF THE WEEK:
What’s a video game that changed or saved your life?
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[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?
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More 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?
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[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 discussing vulnerability and the current state of people on social media.
JM’S QUESTION OF THE WEEK:
How have you lived your life so far?
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They 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 the true hero of her own story.
Hope you tune in! :)
KELLY’S QUESTION OF THE WEEK:
What small act of messy action can you do this week?
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Every 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 have to work again OR if you were to work every day for the rest of your life?
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[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?
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cw: 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 heightened emotional states
- Things we can all do during these tough times
ANNE’S QUESTION OF THE WEEK:
How do you escape and how do you tether yourself back to reality?
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[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 your current “why” in life?
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[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
JHAZ’S QUESTION OF THE WEEK:
What’s the best reward you can give yourself this week?
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cw: 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?
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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?
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It’s always great to meet and have conversations with new people that love to talk about gaming just as much as I do! And this week, I’m joined by Gian and Zed, two (of the many) guys who host State of the Gamers Address (SOGA).
In this episode, we talk about:
- How SOGA was created
- Gian and Zed’s gaming history
- Why we believe gaming is worth talking about
PLUS Gian and Zed share their answer to the question: why do people gatekeep? 🤔
GUESTS’ QUESTIONS OF THE WEEK:
From Gian: What is a game that contributed to who you are today?
From Zed: What’s your fondest gaming memory?
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Life isn’t just about working hard, it’s about working smart. And to work smart, we need strategies in place to help us get to where we want to be. Seems like common knowledge…but why do millions still struggle with creating the right strategies for themselves?
This week, I’m joined by Miguel Lebron, a personal growth strategist and the host of the podcast: Strategy Rewind.
In this episode, Miguel shares how he learned how to strategize and be resourceful through gaming on his own and gaming with his daughters. There are tons of golden nuggets in this episode but we also go over:
- Miguel’s gaming history
- The importance of knowing who you are and where you are
- Why people are better at strategizing in-game than in real life
- The common pitfalls people face when it comes to strategizing
- How having a scarcity mindset inhibits us
MIGUEL’S QUESTION OF THE WEEK:
What are the 4 pillars that structure your life? (listen to the full episode to hear Miguel explain more about it!)
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Podcast: https://www.strategyrewind.com
Website: https://www.miguellebron.com
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Raise your hand if you’ve seen someone post their win/lose streak online 🙋🏻♀️🙋🏻♀️🙋🏻♀️
Win streaks and lose streaks aren’t new terms. They’re pretty straightforward actually - the number of wins or losses you have in a row. We’re so used to tracking how many wins or losses we have, but do we ever take time to notice how we act when we experience them?
In this episode, I talk about all that and more + a little reminder for all Filipinos voting in the upcoming elections. Hope you tune in! :)
QUESTION OF THE WEEK:
What do you have to improve: how you act when you keep winning or how you act when you keep losing?
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If there’s anyone that I’d describe as a dynamic character, it would be Rafael Syfu. He is currently a first-year medical student and when acads aren’t too heavy, he streams mostly Valorant on Facebook Gaming & Twitch.
Because of how dynamic of a person he is, we talk about so many different topics in this episode such as:
- What pushed him to start streaming before going into med
- How Syfu’s hosting skills paid off in many aspects of his life
- The importance of genuine connections and socializing
- Why Syfu and his friends love Path of Exile
- The top mindset Syfu lives by
SYFU’S QUESTION OF THE WEEK:
What is something that makes you happy and are you pursuing it? If not, why?
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If you’re like me who dies a lot in-game, gaming can get pretty stressful quickly. But at the end of the day, we all just really want to enjoy the game we’re playing and have fun. What makes it even better? Being able to share the fun with more people!
This week, I’m joined by Raffy Santos who streams as Hey Raffy on Facebook. Raffy is one of the most positive and energetic streamers I know and in this episode, we talk about:
- Raffy’s gaming and streaming background
- What made Raffy start playing Genshin Impact
- Raffy’s mindset toward building a community
- How Raffy continues to spread good vibes online
RAFFY’S QUESTION OF THE WEEK:
What is one thing you want to do or achieve but haven’t worked on yet?
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There’s no doubt that video games have shaped and impacted millions of lives. And this week, I’m joined by Jude and Steven, the podcast hosts of The Geeky Juans, as they share their own gaming stories! In this episode, we also go over:
- The evolution of their podcast and their friendship
- Jude’s and Steven’s fondest gaming memory
- How being History majors also impacted how they see video games
QUESTIONS OF THE WEEK:
From Jude: What is the video game that made you fall in love with video games?
From Steven: What is the game that you love that most people don’t?
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Dailies and weeklies aren’t a foreign concept to those that play video games. But even if you choose not to do them in-game, they can be a really helpful tool in real life. In this solo episode, I talk about how I try to apply dailies and weeklies in my own life and how they help me strive toward my goals. ⭐
QUESTION OF THE WEEK:
What are some dailies and weeklies that you can think of that will help you work towards your big goal?
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Yesterday was World Autism Awareness Day and we wish to continue the celebration today with our guest, Kelly Coons.
She is a college student, gamer, and author of the young-adult novel “All Ways”. In this episode, we talk about:
- Kelly’s love for tabletop games
- What neurodivergent means
- Kelly’s relationship with gaming as a woman with autism
- The existence of cringe culture
KELLY’S QUESTION OF THE WEEK:
Where can you incorporate universal design in your own social interactions?
CHECK OUT KELLY
Website: https://kellycoons.weebly.com/
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We’re capping off Women’s Month by talking to the former-flight-attendant-turned-streamer, Denise Nicole! Den is one of the most engaging and entertaining streamers I know and in this episode, we talk about:
- Why and how Den got into streaming
- How Den overcame burnout in 2021
- The biggest lesson Den got from Dark Souls (and all games, for that matter)
- Why doing things for yourself isn’t selfish
DEN’S QUESTION OF THE WEEK:
Why do you do what you do?
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Most people born in the 90s grew up hearing how bad video games are and how it’s a “waste of time.” But as decades passed, society has been more welcoming to gaming in all forms and genres, seeing that there’s actually a lot of good that comes out of it.
This week’s guest is Krystel Malimban, a certified life & success coach. In this episode, she shares how gaming served as a safe space for her, especially as a highly sensitive person. We also go over:
- Her love for simulation games
- How we can find our sense of self through gaming
- What being a “highly sensitive person” means
- Self-soothing strategies we can use to cope during these times
KRYSTEL’S QUESTION OF THE WEEK:
What is one thing you can do today to bring yourself to a place of calm & certainty?
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Website: https://krystelfromthewoods.com/
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As someone that’s never played a Souls game and is average at best when it comes to combat, it was pretty ballsy of me to try Elden Ring.
But I’ve been playing it ever since it came out and let me tell you, it totally lives up to the hype!!! I mean, look at me double-posting episodes this week cause I couldn’t resist talking about it (lol) it’s THAT good.
And as cheesy as it sounds, Elden Ring really changed me. In this episode, I talk about how I learned the true meaning of turning L’s into W’s...and how you can too!
Whether you’re interested in this game or not, I still hope you can give this episode a listen because I really think this is one of the biggest lessons I’ve learned from a game thus far. :D
(FOLLOW-UP) QUESTION OF THE WEEK:
What’s something that you can do - this week, month, or year - that will continue to push you out of your comfort zone?
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[ENG/FIL]
Though we still want to celebrate the strength, courage, and capabilities women have, it’s also equally important to talk about the struggles and stigmas that sadly still follow women - especially in the gaming community.
In this episode, I’m joined by the League of Legends streamer, Piachu, and we talk about:
- Pia’s journey as a streamer
- The biggest struggle she had to overcome as a female streamer
- Pia’s insights after playing League of Legends for almost a decade
- The stigma against female gamers that has to be addressed
PIA’S QUESTION OF THE WEEK:
Self-check: Is it worth your time hating on people you don’t know personally? Is it fun for you to make people feel bad online?
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March is Women’s Month and for the next couple of weeks, we’ll be featuring amazing women in the gaming community! To kick us off, we’re joined by Jem who’s also known as GG Donut on Facebook.
She is an FPS player turned FPS shoutcaster and analyst, and in this episode, we talk about:
- Donut’s love for FPS games
- Donut’s journey as a professional FPS player
- Valorant insights
- Donut’s journey as a female shoutcaster
- Women representation in the gaming industry
DONUT’S QUESTION OF THE WEEK:
What’s one thing that you’ve always wanted to try but haven’t, and what’s really stopping you?
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There are so many angles you can take when it comes to talking about video games. And in this episode, we take on the perspective of an indie video game developer! Our guest this week is Tim “Renfail” Anderson, author, founder of Stormhaven Studios & Wandering Hermits, and creator of the Saga of Lucimia and The Weave & The Void.
In this episode we talk about:
- Renfail’s gaming history
- How it feels to be developing a game with family
- What makes a good video game
- Renfail’s love for MMORPGs
- Why fetch quests suck and why games still have them
RENFAIL’S POINT OF REFLECTION:
Think about the storylines in the games or content you consume and what you can actually pick up from them!
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[ENG/FIL]
I love hearing how gaming has impacted other people’s lives for the better so for this 2nd episode of Beyond Gaming I thought...why not get the perspective of someone who has much more experience as a gamer and as a gaming podcast host?? This week, I’m joined by THE Jhaz Tayag of The Gamesilog Show and we talk about:
- How The Gamesilog Show has evolved since 2019
- The struggles Jhaz is currently facing as a podcast host
- Why Jhaz thinks he has already found his ikigai
JHAZ’S QUESTION OF THE WEEK:
What are you passionate about? What could be your ikigai?
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[ENG/FIL]
Today marks the beginning of the second newest segment on the show: Beyond Gaming! In this series, I’ll be inviting people working in different industries to talk about gaming in a whole different light.
This week’s episode also counts as a Valentine special since I’m joined by the streamer couple, Kuya Rads and Ate Khaline of Nox Playroom! It was such great timing because it turned out that the day we recorded was also the day of their 15th anniversary together ❤ In this episode, we talk about:
- Their journey as a streamer couple
- The importance of knowing how to “reset”
- Relationship lessons they learned through gaming
- Tips on improving communication within the relationship
NOX PLAYROOM’S QUESTION OF THE WEEK:
What is your main quest right now and what are you going to do to level up so you can complete that quest?
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It Takes Two is high on the list of games that I really enjoyed playing and it just didn’t seem right to not talk about it as February begins. So in this episode, I share the 5 love lessons that I’ve learned from playing this amazing couch co-op game! ❤
QUESTION OF THE WEEK:
Didn’t mention this in the episode, but I wanted to leave it here anyway! How can you be better in your romantic, platonic, and/or familial relationships this week?
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I’m suuuper happy that I got the chance to talk to Old Noob Gaming and Ms. Rin!! Get to know more about these two Valorant streamers as we talk about:
- Their gaming backgrounds and how they started streaming
- How tatay Old Noob and Ms. Rin started collaborating together
- How they deal with toxic Valorant players
- Their RR TryHards experience
- Tips for aspiring and new small streamers
QUESTIONS OF THE WEEK:
From Old Noob Gaming: What is something that’s stopping you from doing what you enjoy?
From Ms. Rin: What is something you want to explore and when are you actually going to try it out?
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There’s no denying that Genshin Impact and Axie Infinity are still dominating Filipino gaming headlines. But what is it about them that casual gamers and streamers love the most? Tune in as we’re joined by Oliver of Freedom Plays as he shares his journey as a Genshin & Axie streamer!
In this episode, we talk about:
- Oliver’s streaming and crypto journey
- The technical factors that streamers take into consideration
- The mechanics behind Genshin & Axie
- Why grabbing opportunities and managing emotions are important
OLIVER’S QUESTION OF THE WEEK:
What’s something that you’re grateful for this week?
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Today marks the start of the newest segment on the show: A Gamer’s Take! In this series, I’ll be interviewing streamers and gamers to get a glimpse of their own lives, perspectives, and mindsets.
Our first guest is Peach, or better known as Ecpeachyx on Facebook Gaming. Not only is she a Valorant and ML streamer, but she’s also a Nursing student. In this episode, we talk about:
- How Peach’s streaming journey began
- What Peach discovered about herself through streaming
- How Peach balances streaming and studies
- Peach’s Rumble Royale experience
- Peach’s greatest learnings from being a streamer
PEACH’S QUESTION OF THE WEEK:
For those that are considering getting into streaming, ask yourselves: “Is streaming really meant for me?”
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In a world where we can't control which cards we're dealt, how can we find the balance between being strategic and welcoming spontaneity (just like in the game Minion Masters)?
Let's talk about that and more in this episode!
QUESTION OF THE WEEK:
Do you think having no plan is the best plan? What do you think is the key to playing your cards right?
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Happy New Year! This is the time when a lot of us start thinking about habits, resolutions, and goals that we want to achieve - many of which are tied to our ultimate purpose and what we want to do in life.
But in this episode, I talk about how it's important to see finding your purpose as a JOURNEY, rather than an end goal. I also share why I'm okay with the fact that I don't know what my purpose is yet (and why you should be too!)
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We finally hit two-digit episodes, and it's the last week of 2021!!! In this episode, join me as I reflect and share the 3 power-ups that got me through the rollercoaster-of-a-year 2021.
QUESTION OF THE WEEK:
What are some of the power-ups that got you through 2021?
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WHERE ARE MY MINECRAFT LOVERS AT?? In this episode, I talk about how this simple yet complex game helped me unpack my misconceptions about productivity and how I realized my ego was part of the picture.
QUESTION OF THE WEEK:
What was one situation that you felt like you were making things unnecessarily harder for yourself and what prompted you to do it that way? (Note: This question doesn't want to invalidate anyone's experiences but rather create an opportunity for self-reflection)
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We all have different "areas of effect". And whether we want to use it to strategically fight in-game, or spread more good in real life, it's important we're aware of what they are...and how we're actually using it. 👾
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What are the different areas of effect that you have in your life right now? And in each area, what do you think is your overall effect?
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We're all humans and there's only so much we can do in 24 hours. So why do we always feel the need to reach our breaking point BEFORE we consider resting? In this episode, I talk about how being a mage taught me the importance of knowing when to fight back (and knowing when to stop).
QUESTION OF THE WEEK:
How are you going to allow yourself to rest and decompress this week?
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When life gets too uncertain or draining it can also start to become too repetitive and bland. So how can we go from living like an NPC to living like the main character? And how can we switch from just having a good day to having a great one like Guy from "Free Guy"? Listen to this episode to find out! :)
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When was the last time that you felt like you were living on autopilot?
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One of the saddest things to happen in life? Ending it with regret. In this episode, I talk about what No Man's Sky taught me about seizing opportunity and what the biggest key to leveling up really is.
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What's something you've always wanted to try but have never gotten started on?
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In this episode, I talk about my experiences playing Witcher 3: Wild Hunt and Detroit: Become Human and what they taught me about consequences, decision-making, and mindfulness.
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What are the events that have contributed to who you are right now and what are you doing to take a step closer to that life you want?
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In video games, we get to customize and choose the character we want to be while playing. Spoiler alert: we do that in real life too! But how do we go about handling the past, present, and future versions of ourselves?
I talk about all of that in this episode + how the idea crossed my mind in the first place! (gasp)
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How do you really feel about the version of yourself that you are right now?
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What does it really mean to treat life as a game? In this episode, I go deep into the differences AND similarities between video games and real life. Plus, I talk about the key to enjoying life for what it is.
QUESTION OF THE WEEK:
What are some things you want to start doing to continue leveling up?
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It's the very first episode of the podcast, yay!! I kick things off by sharing how I really feel about starting any new game and how we can actually leverage being a noob in real life.
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What's something that you're willing to be a noob at this week or possibly in the next months to come?
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It's finally happening, folks!! Here's a background on how "Equipped" came to be and what you can expect from the episodes to come.
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