The Long Island Gaming League Esports Podcast
By Long Island Gaming League
The Long Island Gaming League Esports PodcastMar 05, 2024
Episode 58: #BlackHistoryMonth Hip Hop & gaming culture with HOT'97 HIP HOP GAMER!
🔥 Exciting News! Our Final Black History Month Guest: HOT'97 HIP HOP GAMER! 🎤 Join us for an electrifying IG Live session as we close out Black History Month with none other than HOT'97's own HIP HOP GAMER! 🌟 Get ready for an epic conversation with the gaming industry's most dynamic personality. 🎮 What to Expect: - Insights into the intersection of hip hop and gaming culture - Hip Hop Gamer's journey to becoming a gaming influencer - Exclusive behind-the-scenes stories from the gaming industry - The impact of hip hop on the gaming community 🔥 *Don't Miss Out!* Follow us on Instagram and mark your calendars for our final Black History Month celebration with HIP HOP GAMER! Get ready to be inspired, entertained, and immersed in the world of gaming like never before. #BlackHistoryMonth #HIPHOPGAMER #GamingCulture #HipHopInGaming #IGLive #TuneIn #ClosingCelebration
Episode 57: #BlackHistoryMonth Honor Your Past, Build Your Wealth with Mr. X
The Mr. X Stock Market Academy and The Long Island Gaming League invites you to our Black History Month episode "Honor Your Past, Build your Wealth. Topics of Discussion: ✅ Partnership of the Mr. X Stock Market Academy Company and The Long Island Gaming League Company ✅ Exploring the success stories of African Americans who built wealth in the stock market and by investing. ✅ Understanding the basics of stock market investing ✅ Building a diversified investment portfolio ✅ Strategies for long-term wealth creation ✅ Overcoming common investing challenges ✅ Our Stock Market Investing For Young Gamers Course ✅ And much more
Episode 56: #BlackHistoryMonth Exploring Coding Careers with Marcus "Esports" Howard
Welcome back to another exciting episode of Black History Month in Esports! In this installment, we are joined by the esteemed Marcus "Esports" Howard, a trailblazer in the world of esports and a champion for diversity and inclusion. In this insightful conversation, Marcus Howard delves into the intersection of coding careers and esports, shedding light on the opportunities available for aspiring coders within the industry. From game development to software engineering, Marcus shares valuable insights into how coding skills can open doors in the competitive and ever-evolving landscape of esports. But that's not all! Marcus also unveils a groundbreaking coding competition game that not only challenges the best coders but also offers real job opportunities within the esports ecosystem. This innovative approach not only fosters talent but also addresses the growing demand for skilled professionals in the industry. Additionally, Marcus Howard discusses his latest book, offering a glimpse into his journey in esports and sharing invaluable lessons for aspiring professionals looking to make their mark in the field. Join us as we explore the exciting world of coding careers in esports with Marcus "Esports" Howard. Don't miss out on this enlightening conversation that promises to inspire and empower the next generation of esports enthusiasts and coding prodigies! #BlackHistoryMonth #Esports #CodingCareers #DiversityInGaming #MarcusEsportsHoward #GamingIndustry #TechCareers #Innovation #Empowerment #GamingCommunity
Episode 55: #BlackHistoryMonth Global Esports W/ Gabriel Co-Founder of Esports Africa News
🌟 Exciting Announcement for Black History Month in Esports! 🌟 Join us for this special surprise feature as we celebrate the global impact of esports in honor of Black History Month. We're thrilled to have a bonus guest, Mr. Gabriel Atsu Sikanku, co-founder of African esports media hub, @esportsafricanews (EAN), joining us for an insightful discussion. Esports transcends borders, and having Gabriel share his expertise highlights the incredible reach of gaming on a global scale. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to learn more about the vibrant esports scene in Africa and beyond. 🎮 About Gabriel Atsu Sikanku: Snr Quantity Surveyor | Adjudicator | Esports Africa News | Esports Africa Tournament | Executive-Esports Association, Ghana | 🇬🇭giiks game city (GGC) esports. Social Media Contacts: @esportsAnews and @redsorpiongh Also for more information email: info@esportsafricanews.com Download the Sweave Game here: https://play.google.com/store/apps/de... Tune in today at 8pm to catch this special IG Live event – you won't want to miss it! #BlackHistoryMonth #EsportsGlobalImpact #GabrielAtsuSikanku #EsportsAfrica 🌍🎮
Episode 54: #BlackHistoryMonth level up our awareness W/ @REDinFamy
This Black History Month, we're honored to introduce our next guest: the phenomenal Tamika Moultrie, Founder of GEEK GAME TYTE, On Air Media Personality in Gaming/Esports, and a dedicated advocate for Diversity & Inclusion in STEAM fields. 🎮🚀 Join us on 2.8.2024 at 7:30pm for an IG Live session where we dive deep into Tamika's inspiring journey and her impactful work in the gaming and esports industry! 💫✨ 🔥 Here's a sneak peek into what's to come: What drives Tamika's passion for diversity and inclusion in STEAM? 🔥 Mark your calendars and get ready to be inspired! This conversation is not to be missed. 🌟💬 #BlackHistoryMonth #DiversityInSTEAM #Gaming #Esports #Inspiration #TamikaMoultrie
Episode 53: #BlackHistoryMonth Recognizing Gaming Excellence Together W/ Michael Lewis
Join us as we celebrate Black History Month in the gaming world! 🕹️✊🏿 🔍 What to Expect: Explore the incredible journeys of Michael Lewis a industry leader who's left an indelible mark on gaming history. This episode 1 will dive deep into his experiences, achievements, and the impact it has made on the industry.
Episode 52: Intro to #BlackHistoryMonth in Esports 2024
Tune in to the Long Island Gaming League's Black History Month Live Videos. Learn more about what is yet to come in #February 2024
Episode 51: Welcome to 2024 - The Esports Millionaire Mindset
Episode 50: getting some laughs with fudge the comedian
in this episode we get a kick out of talking with Fudge the comedian and take a look at how it is possible to combine standup and gaming
episode 49: the return of master elvis
in this episode we get visited by dojo rivals master Elvis and we take a look in to the state of esports, gaming and take a look at some games that will be coming out or that have already been released.
Episode 48: Fighting our way back to the present with Spero Gin
In todays episode we get a visit from former number 1 Tekken player in the usa and local esports legend Spero Gin, as he walks us down the hall of his house of pain...in the Tekken ring...round 1...fight!!!!!
Episode 47: The boys are back in town!!!
In today's episode we have big man Dennis, head of the long island gaming league, to talk about what has been going on in the ligl world and what is coming up. we end the episode with some...interesting views on the esports world
Episode 46: We are backkkkk!!!!!!!
Sorry for the absence. we are back everyone. in this episode we dive in to our upcoming events and talk a little about the state of #esports in this post- covid19 world
See our events: CLICK HERE
Episode 45 - We are more than just esports.
Tune in to this short podcast episode to learn why the Long Island Gaming League is more then just a esports company. Also listen and learn about what cool things we have planned for the end of this year.
Get Tickets for Event on Dec 20th "Super Smash Bro - No Way Home Tournament"
Join our League "CLICK HERE"
Episode 44: the flipside of the coin
in this episode we take a look at the flipside of the coin... the point of view of the esports world from the eyes of a mother the supports esports and believes in esports in schools. the esports world has a future with moms like this...kudos
Episode 43: a trip in the world of DxDRxse
in this episode we tar a trip in the world of the streaming enigma DxDRxse and see what it is like to be a faceless streamer
Episode 42: Second half of The Bush Bros
In this episode we introduce to u the other half of the bush bros, Michael "MicroPwny", and we take a in depth look in to how streamers are having to adapt to the new normal in the streaming world
episode 41: our field trip to e-legends
in the episode bruno and nick talk about the road trip to newly reopened e-legends cyber cafe in seldon, new york and spoke about some upcoming events that the league are going to have
Episode 40: The Power of Collaboration w/ Skullz CEO, Wes Byrds
The Power of Collaboration w/ Skullz CEO, Wes Byrds | Episode 40 | Long Island Gaming League Podcast
In this episode, we speak with Wes Bryd and talk about the Atlanta esports movement and the power of collaborations. Tune in to see how if we work together we can continue to grow and support the esports industry we love.
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Episode 39 - the meta has changed on long island
on todays episode we introduce our new cohost, nick, and interview the boys from The Meta gaming and talk a little about everything from esports to trading card games
Episode 38: State of esports 2021
In this very special episode, I am joined but a couple of our gamers, to discuss the state of esports in the beginning of 2021 and how we see things going the rest of the way.
Episode 37: Welcome to the world of women gamers
On this episode we show the world what woman gamers can do when we interview Minnesota State University, Mankato's Esports Head Coach Jacquie Lamm., while she introduces us to her esports program.
Learn about there program here: Minnesota State University
Connect with them on social media
Twitter
Instagram
Facebook
Youtube
Twtich
Episode 36: The playbook is open...time to win a championship
in this episode we snap the ball to streamer/competitive madden player BobbyV and let him run with it to the endzone and gives us a better view of the competitive landscape in madden and what changes need to be made.
Connect with Bobby V
Episode 35: back to school with Joey Gawrysiak from Shenandoah university
We take a trip to Shenandoah University to meet director of esports Joey Gawrysiak. we get a in depth look at the program and get to know a little bit more about Mr. Gawrysiak and what is his involvement in the esports world.
Links below for more information & connect with Shenandoah University:
https://www.facebook.com/shenandoah.esports.3
https://www.instagram.com/shenuesports/
episode 34: back to the future ... and back!!!
episode 33: its kickoff time with vagabondtv
Iis game time everyone. me and my cohost nick get ready for kickoff with rocket league player/coach/manager Tim vagabondTV. we score a in deep look at the world of rocket league, one of the most played esports game son the planet.
episode 32: deployment with Dom-odinson
Episode 31: All About Esports @ FTC | Five Towns College
Join us in this episode as we talk with Thomas O’Keefe Head Esports Coach at Five Towns College. We talk about their newly developed esports program, life as a college gamer, college recruitment and the balancing of gaming and getting an education. This podcast is powered by monster energy, juicing up our game, and by Vertagear making it so comfortable to talk about esports in our gaming chairs.
Learn more about Five Towns College visit the links below
Five Towns College Website: https://www.ftc.edu/
Their esports program: https://athletics.ftc.edu/landing/index
Twitter: https://twitter.com/fivetowns_sound
Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/fivetowns_sound
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fivetowns_sound/
episode 30: it's a touchdown with madden player rob
join us in this matchup with interim co-host Isaac while we interview madden player rob. lets see what his playbook brings us …and it was a win.
the podcast is powered by monster energy, juicing up our game, and using gaming chairs by Vertagear.
episode 29: fighting against normality with ether and kali mac
come join us for round 2 of the co-host search when Bruno and Elvis interview fighting sensation/streamer/content creator/rapper/producer kali_mac. the sean has been set for the knock out of this episode. we finish it off with a great conversation and view in to the world of competitive fighting games
episode 28: getting back in the saddle with jason and supers4iy4n_kid
while searching for a new cohost we interview Chicago based fighting gamer Andrew "sypers4iy4n_kid" who gives us a view inside the fighting game world.
Episode 27 It's Game Time Part 5 of 5 w Jason aka Sw3gjew
New Member Alert!!!! #TogetherWeGrow and we are proud to announce that we have a new sponsored gamer @sw3gjew He is officially now part of TEAM LI! Tune in now and get to know more about him and connect with him via the links below.
Follow him on Click here "Instagram"
Watch his stream on Twitch Click Here "Twitch"
Episode 26: It's Game Time Part 4 of 5 w Nick aka NikoChanGaming
We are proud to announce that we have a new sponsored gamer! Tune in to get to know more about Nick aka NikoChanGaming today!.
To connect with Nick click below
Follow in Instagram https://www.instagram.com/nickkarambasis/
Watch his Streams! https://www.twitch.tv/nikochangaming/
Episode 25 Its Game Time Part 3 of 5 w Tyree aka TAoS
In this episode we introduce Tyree aka TAoS who is also a twitch affiliate! We are proud to announce that we have a new sponsored gamer @TyreeMoore He is officially now part of TEAM LI! We hope that you listen and learn more about Rainbow Six and how its played! Watch his stream here twitch.tv/officialtaos
Episode 24: Its Game Time Part 2 of 5 w/ Mel aka TWIST3D
Episode 23: Its Game Time Part 1 of 5 w/ Bryan da Wolf
Tune in to this episode to get to know Bryan da Wolf he is one of Long Island Gaming Leagues Sponsored Players. We also talk about balancing school work and playing esports.
Follow his Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/bryan_da_wolf
Episode 22: PS5 Launch Review with Team LIGL
In this episode Elvis, Bruno and myself all talk about the launch of the PS5 its something you dont want to miss.!
Episode 21: Give Support to Get Support W/ Fernando Aguilar
In this episode we speak with Fernando Aguilar aka JCKTMAN from Cave Bro and we take a deep dive in the world of FPS Shooter games. IF you want to know how games think in this episode you get to be a fly on the wall and hear the real deal.
Follow Him
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jcktman/
Episode 20: Gamer Jams COVID - 19
Episode 19: Whats New In 2020
Episode 18: How To Start a High School eSports Club
In this episode we discuss esports in “How to start a esports club in your High School” with Elmer Flores, Meldryck Parraga from Uniondale High School located in Long Island, NY. You will learn the benefits about creating a club, how to create your own club, and how it allows administrator and students to connect on a deeper level. TUNE IN NOW! You can find out more info about Uniondale High School Esports Club at:
Website: https://sites.google.com/uniondaleschools.org/uegc
Facebook: facebook.com/themassapequatutor
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uniondaleesports/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/UEGCLI
Episode 17: Class is in session! with Dan Hepworth from The Massapequa Tutor
Facebook: facebook.com/themassapequatutor
Instagram: @themassapequatutor
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/the-massapequa-tutor
Episode 16: Round 1 FIGHT! w/ Ether The Ronin
In this episode we are joined by Elvis aka Ether The Ronin a pro Gamer who's specialty is in fighting games. We take a deep dive in to this style of game when it comes to competitive esports gaming.
Helpful Links
Click to: Watch some of his matches
“Support our E-Sports podcast with a small monthly donation to help sustain future episodes. ” CLICK HERE
Episode 15: Stony Brook University Esports its Game Time
Episode 14: Molloy College Esports Talks About The Importance Of Community
In this episode we are joined by Adam & Rizz from the @MolloyEsports team. We take a deep dive in to esports player stereo types and how Molloy College focuses on building a strong esports community on and off campus.
Helpful Links
Click to: Follow Molloy College Esports on Twitter
Click to: Follow Molloy College Esports on Instagram
“Support our E-Sports podcast with a small monthly donation to help sustain future episodes. ” CLICK HERE
Episode 13: Want to Be a pro gamer in the NBA2kLeague?
Connect with Ivan and his Crew on Twitter:
Ivan on Twitter: twitter.com/ogkingcurt
NetsGC on TWitter: twitter.com/netsgamingcrew
NBA2kLeage on Twitter: twitter.com/NBA2KLeague
Connect with Ivan and his Crew on Instagram:
www.instagram.com/ogkingcurt/
instagram.com/netsgamingcrew
www.instagram.com/NBA2KLeague/
Episode 12: Long Island University is leading the way for College Esports on Long Island, NY
In this episode we speak with John McDermott from LIU and we talk about their esports program. This one episode you don't want to miss if you are interested in learning about whats going on with esports on Long Island.
Episode 11: High School Esports Club Development Program
In this episode, Mitchel and Dennis speak in depth about the event at Wyandanch Memorial High School and the development of their E-sports High School Club. Our vision is to provide a world-class esports development program & gaming league that creates an inclusive and entertaining learning experience for all types of students.