Episodes

Year-End Gems With Grace Gong The Eat 4 Life podcast closes out its 2021 run with podcaster and entrepreneur Grace Gong. Grace is a former investment manager and is the host of the Smart Venture Podcast. The Smart Venture Podcast bills itself as the best information diet for future CEOs. With a past guest list that includes founders such as Craig Newmark, from Craigslist to entrepreneurs like Kevin Rose, Rebecca Minkoff, and many others, you know that the gems shared in this week's conversation ...

The Eat 4 Life podcast has the whole crew this week, and they ran the gamut of thought-provoking conversations ranging from crypto to the impact of Facebook/ Meta and the Metaverse as a whole, plus much more. There were minor audio issues in the early part of the broadcast, but the crew got it squared away and delivered another memorable episode. This week's episode of the Eat 4 Life Podcast was sponsored by High Point Gamer. Visit them at http://www.highpointgamer.com The Eat 4 Life Podcast in...

The Eat 4 Life podcast had some early audio mishaps this week which were fixed around the fifteen-minute mark, but once the issues were resolved, the team welcomed Howard Beech to the show. Howard is the Head of Strategic Partnerships at FITGMR. FITGMR is a comprehensive program designed to improve esports performance and general well-being by creating behaviors and habits within the 5 Pillars of Health. Howard works on developing and managing the relationship with partners in the gaming, retai...

This week, the Eat 4 Life team was a bit short-handed due to travel and technical issues, but that did not stop Marcus and Derek from delivering a memorable episode. The episode was chock full of insights into the gaming, esports, and entrepreneurship space. They even had some audience participation which brought the show full circle with a discussion about some of the unsavory practices currently plaguing esports. This episode brought some real conversation to the forefront that needs to be ha...

This week's episode of the Eat 4 Life Podcast had a few technical hiccups. Still, the amount of value brought by Trinidad Hermida this week was off the charts, and she and the team tackled the difficult discussions of diversity and inclusion in the gaming space. If anyone can speak about inclusion and diversity, it's Trinidad who, before launching The Hermida Company LLC, served as the head of diversity and inclusion for Niantic, which became a household name thanks to their work on Pokémon Go, ...

The Eat 4 Life Podcast returns from a brief hiatus, and they're not back alone as entrepreneur Mohamed Taysir joins them. Mohamed is a multifaceted entrepreneur with deep roots in gaming. He is a Lecturer, Speaker, certified Blockchain Instructor & Solutions Architect, Business Strategist, Futurist, Technologist, and Angel Investor. His most recent endeavor is a STEM-focused co-working center that supports workforce development. Listeners can expect plenty of discussions related to the metavers...

The holiday weekend is upon us, and while the Eat 4 Life crew is missing Tamika this week, there is no shortage of gems on deck, plus thoughts on the latest developments in the esports space. While Hurricane Ida has come and gone, the devastation it left in its wake is too great to ignore. So please do your part in helping out the people impacted by the hurricane and check out the #GamersRespond initiative if you're interested in participating in some events to help raise funds or if you want t...

The Eat 4 Life podcast celebrates its twenty-five-episode milestone with the whole team. While it was a celebratory mood for the podcast, all eyes were on Hurricane Ida and how it was affecting many of the team's close friends. If you want to help out the people impacted by Hurricane Ida, you can learn about the #GamersRespond initiative below. The #GamersRespond initiative through the Varsity Esports Foundation is doing its part for those impacted by Hurricane Ida. They are currently mobilizin...

So You Want To Work In The Gaming Industry?-Kathryn De Shields-Moon There are many ways to get your foot in the door to get into the gaming industry, and if anyone's blueprint is worth learning from, it is this week's guest, Kathryn De Shields-Moon. Kathryn shares not only her story but actionable steps to help you navigate the choppy waters of the gaming industry and making your mark. Kathryn currently serves as the PR manager for Schell Games. Schell Games is the largest full-service educatio...

The Eat 4 Life team is back at full strength with Tamika "RedInfamy" Moultrie back in the building, and this week's guest brings the heat tackling esports, entrepreneurship, life, and even cannabis. There is a lot to unpack in this episode, courtesy of guest Christopher Laporte. Christopher is the founder of RESET based out of Las Vegas. RESET is a cannabis hospitality management company that develops and operates venues focused on video games, esports, skill-based gaming. Christopher also has...

Education & Esports with James O'Hagan Editor's Note: This show had some echoing issues at varying intervals which we painstakingly tried to reduce and eliminate. Those issues did not detract from the powerful conversation on this week's episode. This week the Eat 4 Life Podcast team sits down with James O'Hagan. James has deep roots in the gaming and education space. He is Director of Digital & Virtual Leaning at Racine Unified School District. James is also the Founder of The Academy of Espor...

The Eat 4 Life Podcast returns for its brief hiatus, and the team did not return alone as they welcome author Allen Clary to the show. Allen is the author of Quit to Start, a newly published ebook that outlines ways to plan your escape. So what does planning your escape mean? It means quitting your full-time job and starting your own company, which is becoming more and more appealing in today's climate. The book provides tips on establishing the right idea, connecting with the right people, and...

Crypto and esports collided in this week's gaming headlines thanks to the recent controversy surrounding Faze Clan. The fallout impacted Fazed Clan heavily and increased awareness on the rise of pump and dump scams in the crypto space. The Eat 4 Life crew deep dive into the controversy and share their thoughts on what should happen to Faze Kay. Another can't miss news item this week was the investigation of the Overwatch League by the Department of Justice and the ramifications of that investig...

The Eat 4 Life Podcast is back this week, and the crew updates us on their projects and what you can expect from the podcast in the coming weeks; and they also share their thoughts on entrepreneurship, esports, gaming, and much more. There were plenty of gems and things to look forward to from all the hosts, including Sebastian's free masterclass going down this Monday (6/28/21) that which you can check out at 11 AM PT / 2 PM ET by heading to this URL: https://www.e4lpresale.com/webinar-registra...

It is a packed house for this week's Eat 4 Life Podcast as the crew welcomes back returning guest Gianni Maiorano and first-time guest Phil Ranta. Phil has been involved with some fantastic companies throughout his career, including Fullscreen, Mobcrush, and even Facebook Gaming. He is currently the CEO of Wormhole Labs. Wormhole Labs is a planet-scalable technology engine that allows people and businesses to immerse themselves live, aka wormholing, virtually anywhere in the world, and experienc...

Starting a business or pivoting your existing business has various challenges, but it can be done, and sometimes it is a necessity. This week the Eat 4 Life crew sits down with Monica Poulard Hawkins. Monica is the founder and CEO of Professional Pipeline Development Group (PPDG) and has worked with thought leaders and executives to take their business to the next level leveraging a variety of both conventional and unconventional methods. Monica will be educating the audience on various aspects...

Daryl "BugzviiI" John: So you want to be a pro-gamer? There are many takes when it comes to eSports and how you can make it as a pro gamer, but how about getting a first-hand breakdown of that journey. This week's Eat 4 Life podcast guest does just that! Daryl "Bugzvii" John is a pro gamer with accolades across various gaming genres who also happens to be the first diamond-ranked player in the recently released Knockout City. Daryl not only discusses his pro gaming journey but shares plenty of g...

Sean Mendez-Catlin: A Real Life Phoenix Wright? The Eat 4 Life crew took a break from Knockout City to bring you a brand new episode of the Eat 4 Life Podcast. This week the crew sits down with attorney Sean Mendez-Catlin. Sean is a managing partner at MC & J Law in Orlando, FL, who just so happens to love video games and was guided into the field of law by video games, making him a bonafide video game attorney. The MC & J Law firm handles not only business law but also criminal law and digital...

This week's Eat 4 Life podcast episode takes a peek behind the curtain as Marcus and Sebastian sit down with Richard Butler, the founder of RAGE Works and the RAGE Works Podcast network can find the Eat 4 Life podcast. Richard handles post-production duties for the Eat 4 Life podcast and the other shows on the RAGE Works Podcast Network. This episode packs a lot of value into a little over an hour, with Rich sharing how easy it is to start a podcast strictly with your mobile device. Rich dispel...

Karthik Bala: From Crash Bandicoot to Knockout City This week the Eat 4 Life podcast welcomes Karthik Bala to the show. Karthik is the CEO of Velan Studios and is the brains behind the upcoming game Knockout City. Knockout City is a unique take on dodgeball sprinkled with a bit of Overwatch, Jet Set Radio Future, and a dash of NBA Jam. Knockout City hopes to disrupt the current multiplayer gaming landscape when it arrives on May 21st, and based on all the praise after its public beta, it has the...

This week The Eat 4 Life Podcast crew takes it off the live format and tackles this week's gaming headlines. Here are some of the news items the hosts tackle this week. Marcus NFL and Skillz seeking indie games for mobile Esports 2021 State of the Game Industry Report – No Esports or race discussed AARP did a video game article? Red o Esports Certification Program canceled due to backlash o NetherRealm and Bandai end partnership with WePlay. WePlay should end the relationship with 1XBet (...

The Eat 4 Life Podcast is guest-free this week, but that does not mean there is not a wealth of informative gems from the gaming and tech sectors heading your way sprinkled with some good old-fashioned entertainment. This week the crew discussed the latest Mortal Kombat film, so if you missed it, consider this your spoiler alert as various elements of the film will be discussed along with a review of the film. If you're in the Overwatch community and a fan of the game, the conversation is one y...

Kwesi Hayford: EsportsGhana Gaming truly has global appeal, and the growth of eSports throughout the world shows that gaming knows no borders. This week’s guest Kwesi Hayford is a shining example of gaming’s universal language and the continued growth of esports worldwide. Kwesi is the president of EsportsGhana and is leading the charge in growing the esports ecosystem throughout Africa and internationally. To learn more about Kwesi Hayford and EsportsGhana, check out the following links: Con...

What if I told you that a successful attorney making a successful attorney living with his own law firm decided to pivot from law to pursue a career in the videogame industry. Sounds unbelievable, right? Well, it's true! The Eat 4 Life Podcast returns after a brief hiatus, and they are joined this week by Dr. Bradford Carlton. Bradford walked away from his law career and pursued his love of gaming full-time, and that love has lead to nothing but successes, including one of the most active and e...