Polygamer #112: Kate Olguin of Other Ocean Interactive

Polygamer #112: Kate Olguin of Other Ocean Interactive

Author: Ken Gagne of Gamebits April 14, 2021 Duration: 1:03:21

Kate Olguin knew that finishing her undergraduate career and searching for a job would be difficult; she did not expect a pandemic to make it even harder. Fortunately, armed with a degree in interactive media and game design from Worcester Polytechnic Institute, Kate landed as a game designer at Other Ocean Interactive, where she currently […]

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Hosted by Ken Gagne of Gamebits, Polygamer explores the vital conversations around representation, access, and fairness within the world of video games. This isn't about reviews or high scores; it's a thoughtful examination of who gets to make games, who they are made for, and how the industry shapes our culture. Each episode brings forward voices often left out of the mainstream discussion, from developers and critics to scholars and community advocates, all sharing their experiences and insights. You'll hear candid interviews that tackle topics like inclusive character design, workplace equity, mental health in gaming communities, and the intersection of play with broader social issues. Tuning into this podcast means moving beyond the surface to understand how games can both reflect and challenge our world, making for a richer, more critical engagement with the medium. For anyone who believes games are for everyone, Polygamer offers essential listening that informs and inspires, fostering a more equitable landscape for players and creators alike.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 100

Polygamer – A Podcast of Equality & Diversity in Gaming & Video Games
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Duration: 50:58
A podcast interview with Dr. Carly Kocurek, who's crowdfunding issue #2 of Save Point zine on Kickstarter while studying the Games for Girls movement. The post Polygamer #97: Dr. Carly Kocurek of Save Point & Games for G…
Polygamer #96: Caspian Whistler of A Profound Waste of Time [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 47:03
A podcast interview with the founder & creative director of APWOT, an independent magazine inspired by video games, about the Kickstarter for its second issue. The post Polygamer #96: Caspian Whistler of A Profound Waste…
Polygamer #95: Dr. Jessica Hebert of the PDX Broadsides [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:04:55
A podcast interview with Dr. Jessica Hebert, placentologist & nerd musician with the PDX Broadsides, about nerd music, touring, Rosalind Franklin & placentas. The post Polygamer #95: Dr. Jessica Hebert of the PDX Broadsi…
Polygamer #94: Jeri Ellsworth of Tilt Five [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:02:15
A podcast interview with Jeri Ellsworth, CEO of Tilt Five, about her successful Kickstarter to produce a mixed reality gaming headset to succeed castAR. The post Polygamer #94: Jeri Ellsworth of Tilt Five first appeared…
Polygamer #93: Dr. Aurit Lazerus on playfulness [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:30
A podcast interview with Dr. Aurit Lazerus, a gamer with a clinical practice who uses video & board games to incorporate playfulness into daily life. The post Polygamer #93: Dr. Aurit Lazerus on playfulness first appeare…
Polygamer #92: Bobbi A Sand of Transcenders Media [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:39
A podcast interview with Bobbi Sand of Transcenders Media, developer and publisher of Knife Sisters, a BDSM visual novel released for Steam in April 2019. The post Polygamer #92: Bobbi A Sand of Transcenders Media first…
Polygamer #91: Alicia Caillier of Harmonix Music Systems [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 59:41
A podcast interview with Alicia Caillier, product manager at Harmonix, developer of Dance Central for Oculus. The post Polygamer #91: Alicia Caillier of Harmonix Music Systems first appeared on Polygamer - A Podcast of E…
Polygamer #90: Athena Z Peters of Adventure Pub [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:02:37
An audio podcast interview with Athena Peters, the founder and co-owner of Adventure Pub, a gaming gastropub located outside Boston in Arlington, Massachusetts. The post Polygamer #90: Athena Z Peters of Adventure Pub fi…
Polygamer #89: Twitch variety streamer TQ [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:12:46
SlyTQ is a variety Twitch streamer who hosts charity streams for Take This. We podcast about avoiding creative burnout and emotional support animals. The post Polygamer #89: Twitch variety streamer TQ first appeared on P…
Polygamer #88: The Art of Craft at PAX East 2019 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 59:48
A PAX East 2019 panel, moderated by Ken Gagne, featuring independent artists who create arts and crafts inspired by video games. The post Polygamer #88: The Art of Craft at PAX East 2019 first appeared on Polygamer - A P…