In this episode, I talk with an expert on how video games elicit nostalgia and what it means for players... more

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In this episode I talk with an expert on diagnosing and treating ADHD in children. We'll talk about the challenges... more

In-game purchases are a staple of modern game design, especially in the free-to-play and live service categories. This isn't necessarily... more

Sometimes we have to sell people on the merits of games like Dungeons & Dragons. People like parents, principals, teachers,... more

Is technology or game design more important for determining whether we feel immersed and present in the world of a... more

What do psychologists and games researchers have to say about the idea of role-playing, when you pretend to take on... more

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Can playing a lot of games lead us to become better at explaining why a given character or behavior is... more

In this episode, I'm flying solo and doing a deep dive into what one theory has to say about why... more