Professor Game Podcast

Oct 27 2024 365 ep. 33 mins 95
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Professor Game is a weekly podcast where we interview gurus, experts and successful practitioners of games, gamification and game thinking that will bring us the best of their experiences to get ideas, insights and inspiration to make experiences meaningful.

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Reese Zahner Gets Brain Upgrades With Board Games | Episode 364

Oct 27 2024 35 mins  
If you're struggling to keep people engaged and loyal in your product or business, check out my FREE gamification course to learn how to do just that: bit.ly/freegamificationcourse-web Games like Dungeons and Dragons can unexpectedly become a training ground for executive functioning skills, turning what many consider a challenge into a superpower for Reese. In this episode we delv

Aditya Nagrath Creates Real Personalization in Math | Episode 363

Oct 20 2024 29 mins  
If you're struggling to keep people engaged and loyal in your product or business, check out my FREE gamification course to learn how to do just that: bit.ly/freegamificationcourse-web We discuss how to use gamification to help students overcome math anxiety. This is how Dr. Aditya Nagrath, founder of Elephant Learning Mathematics Academy, makes education engaging and effective thr

Mark Sample Brings The Best From Teams For Games | Episode 362

Oct 13 2024 29 mins  
If you're struggling to keep people engaged and loyal in your product or business, check out my FREE gamification course to learn how to do just that: bit.ly/freegamificationcourse-web We discuss the significance of fostering high-performing teams and nurturing a positive studio culture. With over three decades of experience, Mark Sample shares his insights on what it takes to lead

Drew Davidson Strengthening Creative Playful Teams | Episode 361

Oct 07 2024 37 mins  
If you're struggling to keep people engaged and loyal in your product or business, check out my FREE gamification course to learn how to do just that: bit.ly/freegamificationcourse-web A unique perspective on how combining diverse fields can lead to innovative and socially impactful projects, shedding light on the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration in developing interact

Murray Gray Turns Courses Into Missions | Episode 360

Sep 29 2024 32 mins  
If you're struggling to keep people engaged and loyal in your product or business, check out my FREE gamification course to learn how to do just that: bit.ly/freegamificationcourse-web Learn how storytelling, achievement recognition and immediate feedback can turn passive content consumption into an active, engaging learning experience. It's a fascinating conversation about the jou

Tore Olsson With What's History on Red Dead Redemption 2 | Episode 389

Sep 22 2024 34 mins  
Can games like "Red Dead Redemption 2" help overcome stereotypes around subjects like history, making them more immersive and relatable? In this episode, we delve deep into the transformative role of video games in education. Our guest, an expert in integrating existing video games elements into learning environments, shares how gamification can make education more engaging and eff

Gamification Inspiration from House M.D. | Episode 358

Sep 15 2024 28 mins  
From the eccentric problem-solving approach of the TV series "House, M.D.," to the essential role of team dynamics, we elucidate how these principles translate into the mechanics of creating engaging and effective gamified solutions. Join us as we delve into the multifaceted world of gamification and discover how an unexpected source of inspiration offers profound insights into the

Julie Dirksen Goes Beyond Learning For Behavior Change | Episode 357

Sep 08 2024 44 mins  
Behavioral Science Meets Learning Design. We feature a deep dive into the role of behavioral science in creating effective learning interventions. Our conversation sheds light on how principles from behavioral science can be employed to bridge the gap between knowledge and action. By focusing on learner behavior and the contexts in which they operate, we discuss how to craft learni

Roman Rackwitz Goes Deep With Loyalty and Engagement | Episode 356

Sep 01 2024 41 mins  
Is gamification about balancing intrinsic and extrinsic motivations? Roman is here to tell us that it is not. Our conversation delves into the principles of intrinsic motivation, emphasizing autonomy, mastery, and purpose, and contrasts them with the short-lived benefits of extrinsic rewards. Discover how thoughtful gamification design can lead to sustainable employee engagement an

Chris Marshall Looks into the Future Through Playfulness | Episode 355

Aug 25 2024 32 mins  
Discover how playfulness, not just work, holds the key to creativity, resilience, and a more fulfilling life. In this engaging conversation, Rob Alvarez, founder of Professor Game, interviews Chris Marshall, a behavioral scientist and futurist who explores the power of playfulness as a pathway to human flourishing. Chris shares how his own experience with burnout led him to the tra