Polygamer #120: Sabriel Mastin, D&D editor & Overwatch player

Polygamer #120: Sabriel Mastin, D&D editor & Overwatch player

Author: Ken Gagne of Gamebits December 22, 2021 Duration: 1:01:50

After years as a Dungeons & Dragons player, Sabriel Mastin stepped behind the DM screen to run her own campaign. She immediately loved it, creating her own adventures in the world of Eberron. With that experience under her belt, she realized she could help other DMs with their own creations as well. She now offers […]

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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
Podcast Episodes
Polygamer #106: Courtney Garcia of Screen Therapy [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:42
A podcast interview with Courtney Garcia, who uses media psychology to analyze video games and how they can help us develop our emotional intelligence. The post Polygamer #106: Courtney Garcia of Screen Therapy first app…
Polygamer #105: T.L. Taylor on Twitch streaming [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 57:07
Dr. T.L. Taylor of MIT is the author of 'Watch Me Play'. We talk about Twitch, esports, online play, teaching during a pandemic, and amusement parks. The post Polygamer #105: T.L. Taylor on Twitch streaming first appeare…
Polygamer #104: Creatrix Tiara [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 57:51
A podcast interview with Creatrix Tiara, a Melbourne-based shenaniganist using stage magic & video games to advocate for immigration reform. The post Polygamer #104: Creatrix Tiara first appeared on Polygamer - A Podcast…
Polygamer #103: Jordan Jones-Brewster of We should talk. [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:00:40
An audio podcast interview with Jordan Jones-Brewster, narrative designer of the video game We should talk. The post Polygamer #103: Jordan Jones-Brewster of We should talk. first appeared on Polygamer - A Podcast of Equ…
Polygamer #102: Jason Oda of Waking [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 54:59
A podcast interview with Jason Oda of Waking, a game that uses the player's personal memories as weapons in the fight to awaken from a coma. The post Polygamer #102: Jason Oda of Waking first appeared on Polygamer - A Po…
Polygamer #101: Gaming After Kids at PAX East 2020 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:03:27
How do we hold onto our identity as gamers after becoming parents and find time for our favorite hobby? Ken Gagne talks with parents on this PAX East panel. The post Polygamer #101: Gaming After Kids at PAX East 2020 fir…
Polygamer #100: Voice actor Sarah Elmaleh [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:08:31
Ken Gagne's podcast interview with Sarah Elmaleh, voice actor from video games Gone Home, Gears of War 5, Final Fantasy XV & co-founder of GameDev.World. The post Polygamer #100: Voice actor Sarah Elmaleh first appeared…
Polygamer #99: Ludomusicologist Dr. Dana Plank [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:21:13
A podcast interview with Dr. Dana Plank, a ludomusicologist devoted to the study of video game music and audio. The post Polygamer #99: Ludomusicologist Dr. Dana Plank first appeared on Polygamer - A Podcast of Equality…
Polygamer #98: Nic Tompkins-Hughes [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:22:19
Nic Tompkins-Hughes talks about being a gamer parent, raising neuroatypical children on the rainbow spectrum, and transitioning themselves. The post Polygamer #98: Nic Tompkins-Hughes first appeared on Polygamer - A Podc…