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Welcome to the Alex Jebailey podcast talking all things in the gaming industry through experience hosting gaming events all over the world.
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JePodcast EP12-Part1: Kenny Omega & Michael Nakazawa

JePodcast Jul 23, 2019

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JePodcast EP 41: Looking ahead to FGC events in 2023!

JePodcast EP 41: Looking ahead to FGC events in 2023!

On today's JePodcast (Which releases every Monday!), I do a quick recap on my event & gaming life in 2022 followed by all the events I have coming up in 2023 including, DreamHack, CEOtaku & CEO 2023 which is just a few short weeks after the launch of Street Fighter 6, the next biggest game in the FC!

Jan 02, 202322:34
JePodcast EP 40: A Breakdown of putting CEO 2022 together!
Jun 20, 202238:57
JePodcast EP 39: One month countdown to CEO 2022, upcoming events, my first F1 race experience and more!

JePodcast EP 39: One month countdown to CEO 2022, upcoming events, my first F1 race experience and more!

Catching up with all of you on the last few months getting ready to CEO 2022 in Daytona Beach, FL on June 24-26. My upcoming travel/event schedule as events return all at once, checking out the F1 Race in Miami thanks to Red Bull and my new Origin PC setup.

May 24, 202227:42
JePodcast EP 38: My 2022 so far, Okeechobeefest Experience, SF6 Announcement, AEW Revolution, CEO 2022 launch and more.

JePodcast EP 38: My 2022 so far, Okeechobeefest Experience, SF6 Announcement, AEW Revolution, CEO 2022 launch and more.

I'm back after a personal break and event planning for 2022. This past weekend I got to experience a Music and Camping Festival, Okeechobeefest with friends and family. Gran Turismo 7 is amazing, AEW Revolution was awesome. 

Mar 08, 202225:60
JePodcast EP 37# Recapping #CEO2021 with Tong Lee our Head Admin and one of my closest friends.

JePodcast EP 37# Recapping #CEO2021 with Tong Lee our Head Admin and one of my closest friends.

Finally Brought Tong Lee from twitch.tv/tampaneversleeps on to talk about all things first time meeting, FGC events and helping me run CEO Gaming Events. We go over his love of Marvel, hardest parts of putting together CEO and our friends together.

Dec 30, 202159:34
JePodcast EP 36: #CEO2021 Final Prep, Registration closed, Catch up post car crash and Going Electric with the Mustant Mach E.

JePodcast EP 36: #CEO2021 Final Prep, Registration closed, Catch up post car crash and Going Electric with the Mustant Mach E.

Catching up on everything #CEO2021 prep as we're about two weeks away from the return of one of the biggest #FGC events.
Talk about gaming lately, how things are going after the crash in October, and being lucky to get an Electric Car with the timing and car shortages out there.

Nov 16, 202128:13
JePodcast EP 35: Jebaiting Death. Surviving a Stolen Car Hit and Run accident on I4

JePodcast EP 35: Jebaiting Death. Surviving a Stolen Car Hit and Run accident on I4

This wasn't an easy episode to record as I'm still dealing with the aftermath, but wanted to keep talking about everything that happened for my own mental health. Thank you again to everyone that reached out over the weekend after this all went down: https://twitter.com/Jebailey/status/1444318435715035137?s=20.


Oct 05, 202128:55
JePodcast EP 34: Talking videogames with Adam Cole BAY BAY and Kenny Omega.

JePodcast EP 34: Talking videogames with Adam Cole BAY BAY and Kenny Omega.

On this very special episode, AEW's newest member of the Elite, Adam Cole comes on to talk everything videogames and his twitch.tv/thechugs channel. We talk about his love of Halo, what got him into gaming as well as Kenny asking some important retro game questions.

Sep 27, 202156:57
JePodcast EP 33: Halloween Horror Nights, New Ratatouille ride, AEW Dark, PS5 showcase and more from the weekend.

JePodcast EP 33: Halloween Horror Nights, New Ratatouille ride, AEW Dark, PS5 showcase and more from the weekend.

This episode I speak on couple CEO updates, Artist Alley Acceptances, Multiple Theme Park visits for special events, AEW's first TV Taping at Universal Sound Stage 19 for Dark and catching up on Gaming.

Sep 13, 202122:56
JePodcast Episode 32: #CEO2021 Updates as we're less than 90 days away, #AEWAllOut and what makes AEW so special.

JePodcast Episode 32: #CEO2021 Updates as we're less than 90 days away, #AEWAllOut and what makes AEW so special.

Happy Labor Day Weekend! On this episode I recap my last few months, 39th bday, moving forward with #CEO2021, dealing with social media and news headlines about Florida. Also recap AEW's All Out PPV (Adam Cole and Bryan Danielson debuts as well as CM Punk's Return) and seeing the #FGC lose their minds on one of the best PPVs of all time.

Sep 06, 202132:20
JePodcast Episode 31: The Challenges of Running Open Tournaments like CEO on PC for fighting games.

JePodcast Episode 31: The Challenges of Running Open Tournaments like CEO on PC for fighting games.

One of the most talked about topics in the FGC when brought up is how come open tournaments haven't switched from console to PCs. I talk about the costs, driver issues, ease of access and many other factors in switching from a centralized console that you know what to expect when running events and players are prepared compared to the massive costs using PCs for open tournaments with more than a few hundred players.

Jul 07, 202138:20
JePodcast EP 30: #CEO2021 sells out again, DreamHack Beyond coming soon and Why Guilty Gear -Strive- will only get bigger.

JePodcast EP 30: #CEO2021 sells out again, DreamHack Beyond coming soon and Why Guilty Gear -Strive- will only get bigger.

We re-opened CEO 2021 Registration to about 700+ more entrants and it sold out again near instantly. Dealing with the demand going forward and how community members should interact with events better as well as talk about my big summer project DreamHack Beyond happening in July!
Also, Guilty Gear -Strive- is really good and I've been learning something new/rewarding with every match.

Jun 28, 202118:37
JePodcast EP 29: CEO 2021 is back! Selecting our 10 official games, launching registration and catch up on DreamHack Beyond planning.

JePodcast EP 29: CEO 2021 is back! Selecting our 10 official games, launching registration and catch up on DreamHack Beyond planning.

In a little under an hour most of our games hit their capped numbers for #CEO2021. In 30 minutes two hotels sold out. The response to CEO coming back has been insane. I talk about what I've been up to the last few months, preparing for CEO's relaunch, how we decide the final game list (spoiler, it's mostly because of the capacity we want to uphold before returning to full speed ahead).



Jun 07, 202133:50
JePodcast EP 28: Evo plus Sony, catching up on gaming/movies and CEO 2021 Status Updates!

JePodcast EP 28: Evo plus Sony, catching up on gaming/movies and CEO 2021 Status Updates!

It's been a great start to the year full of fighting game news. This episode I share my thoughts on the Sony PlayStation Acquisition of EVO, FGC's largest fighting game event of the year, Zak Snyder's Justice League Cut, Mortal Kombat Movie and more pop news. Also share updates on CEO's status for 2021 in this episode. 

Mar 22, 202129:19
JePodcast EP27: Interview Killer Instinct DMC 3v3 Crew
Mar 02, 202101:06:34
JePodcast EP26: Interview Brawlhalla Esports Director, Foda!

JePodcast EP26: Interview Brawlhalla Esports Director, Foda!

This was a live recorded episode on the twitch.tv/ceogaming with Foda. The man and heart behind a lot of the Brawlhalla Esports Live events and online tournaments along with his team. We discuss how far Brawlhalla has come from setups and LAN events, to crossovers and Foda's history in the gaming industry. Enjoy!

Feb 24, 202101:10:31
JePodcast EP25: Street Fighter V Winter Update recap, Guilty Gear Strive Beta, working with media and current CEO updates.

JePodcast EP25: Street Fighter V Winter Update recap, Guilty Gear Strive Beta, working with media and current CEO updates.

Fighting games are starting to build up again with new updates. After SFV's Winter Update stream, positivity and interest is alive and well. Guilty Gear Strive's open beta is coming this week. Oh and I left the house to pick up some new comics over the weekend.

Feb 15, 202125:07
JePodcast EP24: Super Bowl and my history of jobs growing up in retail like Babbages, Blockbuster Video and more!

JePodcast EP24: Super Bowl and my history of jobs growing up in retail like Babbages, Blockbuster Video and more!

On this episode I go over the Super Bowl a bit and all the after parties that make me not proud of Florida. Then my long history of all the good or bad jobs I worked before becoming a full time tournament organizer.

Feb 08, 202141:37
JePodcast EP23: Stonks, Frosty Faustings recap and other gaming news!

JePodcast EP23: Stonks, Frosty Faustings recap and other gaming news!

On this week, I talk about diving into the stock market (finally when it's too late), competing in #FGC event Frosty Faustings Online with a positive experience, the Royal Rumble and more.

Feb 01, 202127:60
JePodcast EP22: I love my Oculus Quest 2, Going to Disney World's Epcot for the first time since Pre-Covid and more.

JePodcast EP22: I love my Oculus Quest 2, Going to Disney World's Epcot for the first time since Pre-Covid and more.

On this week's episode, after fighting off a cold, forgive my voice, I praise the Oculus Quest 2 and talk about what Disney World is like with all of their Covid Precautions so my annual pass doesn't go to waste. Also a little preview of my working life before becoming a full time event organizer.

Jan 25, 202130:30
JePodcast EP21: The FGCodeofConduct, Celebrating my dad's 72nd bday, Oculus Quest 2 and other gaming news.

JePodcast EP21: The FGCodeofConduct, Celebrating my dad's 72nd bday, Oculus Quest 2 and other gaming news.

On this week's JePodcast, I give my thoughts on the Fighting Game Code of Conduct that just launched, Celebrating my father's 72nd birthday and some lessons he's taught me over the years, Purchased the Oculus Quest 2, Capcom Cup Cancellation and CEO's situation for 2021 so far!

Jan 18, 202142:33
JePodcast EP20: A look back at 2020

JePodcast EP20: A look back at 2020

On this recap of Jebailey's 2020 in the FGC and gaming. I cover my experience at the incredibly emotional Brodie Lee Tribute show, looking back at Cancelled CEO events, DreamHack's support and my favorite games of 2020. 

Jan 01, 202143:07
JePodcast EP19: August recap in gaming, movies and more.

JePodcast EP19: August recap in gaming, movies and more.

What's new this week in Jebailey's world? Speaking on the craziness that is the election coming up, what games I've been addicted to, Fightcade bringing back my love of fighting games online and more.

Aug 31, 202026:45
JePodcast EP18: Jebailey's 38th Bday and future CEO Plans

JePodcast EP18: Jebailey's 38th Bday and future CEO Plans

Somehow, I've made it to 38 years on this planet. While my recent years have been some of the best years of my life as a world event organizer in the gaming industry, COVID has changed all that to which I hope things bounce back for everyone. Hear about CEO events I've been working on and hope to accomplish like CEOverboard, CEO Europe and CEO next to Disney World.

Aug 19, 202029:55
JePodcast EP17: 2020 Summer Summary

JePodcast EP17: 2020 Summer Summary

Been a few months since the last one but wanted to catch everyone up with what's been going on in the FGC, gaming, taking working out seriously again and surviving COVID-19.

Aug 10, 202024:23
JePodcast EP16: Jebailey gets his first dog, Tifa!

JePodcast EP16: Jebailey gets his first dog, Tifa!

This episode is all about being a first time dog owner with Tifa, My Jack Russell Terrier& Beagle Mix. Talking about how I got her, the fun we've having and how much it has changed my life for the better in a trying year.

Jun 01, 202018:14
JePodcast EP15: Three 3 months into the COVID Pandemic and catch up with Jebailey

JePodcast EP15: Three 3 months into the COVID Pandemic and catch up with Jebailey

I'm back and hope to be more consistent than ever. Have an upgraded recording studio for future projects. On this episode I talk about the current state of the world with the ongoing Protests, our government as well as what I've been up to during the pandemic with CEO and gaming.

Jun 01, 202029:32
JePodcast EP14: Recap on the financial responsibilities of a FGC TO.

JePodcast EP14: Recap on the financial responsibilities of a FGC TO.

Short and sweet episode recalling the Dreamland experience and what falls on the shoulders of tournament organizers.
Mar 20, 202016:28
JePodcast EP13. Hosting CEO Dreamland at the beginning of a Pandemic

JePodcast EP13. Hosting CEO Dreamland at the beginning of a Pandemic

This past few weeks have been among the hardest of my life as an event organizer. Listen in to everything leading up to Dreamland on March 13-15 and what I went through to make sure the show continued on.
Mar 20, 202058:08
JePodcast EP12-Part2: Kenny Omega & Michael Nakazawa Q&A

JePodcast EP12-Part2: Kenny Omega & Michael Nakazawa Q&A

It's been a while but we're back. This time I talk to my current roommates Kenny Omega & Michael Nakazawa who are preparing for all things AEW later this fall with Part 2 of this interview. In this 2nd part, we focus on the gaming aspects of our lives as well as a ton of your questions from Twitter answered in this Q&A session with the boys.

Jul 24, 201938:27
JePodcast EP12-Part1: Kenny Omega & Michael Nakazawa

JePodcast EP12-Part1: Kenny Omega & Michael Nakazawa

It's been a while but we're back. This time I talk to my current roommates Kenny Omega & Michael Nakazawa who are preparing for all things AEW later this fall about FyterFest, Double or Nothing and Wrestling in Japan in this part 1 of 2 episode. 

Jul 23, 201926:41
JePodcast EP11: Gaming Generations & Mohawk Mike Interview.

JePodcast EP11: Gaming Generations & Mohawk Mike Interview.

Sorry for the hiatus everyone! This episode I talk to Evan, owner of Gaming Generations, who supplies and helps put together more events than you can count for the #FGC year round. Mohawk Mike joins us who has been a huge help with CEO and production over the years. We discuss our growth, beginnings and what goes into events behind the scenes and more!
Apr 18, 201958:40
JePodcast EP 10: Jebailey goes to Australia to host Pokkén Tournament.

JePodcast EP 10: Jebailey goes to Australia to host Pokkén Tournament.

Jebailey goes down under for the first fine to Melbourne Australia to TO Pokkén Tournament at the Oceania Championships. I discuss Australia and the Pokkén Tournament community with H2, WonderChef & Midori.
Feb 17, 201947:27
JePodcast EP 9: Kitana Prime & MK11

JePodcast EP 9: Kitana Prime & MK11

Kitana Prime is one of my favorite people in the FGC. We discuss his history and how he got into the FGC, from competing in NRS games to commentary and TOing events. He’s a man of many talents and loves everything about the FGC. We also discuss the recent Mortal Kombat 11 Reveal Party in LA.
Jan 19, 201940:08
JePodcast EP8: In Japan with Kenny Omega and Logan Sama

JePodcast EP8: In Japan with Kenny Omega and Logan Sama

Jebailey visits Japan for New Years vacation and Wrestle Kingdom 13 at the Tokyo Dome! Few days later Kenny Omega, Logan Sama and Jebailey get together to play some games and hang amongst all the madness. We discuss this past year, how Kenny and I met through fighting games. From there we went on to put together CEOxNJPW a crossover between the fighting game and wrestling communities At #CEO2018.
Jan 08, 201938:01
JePodcast EP7: Jebailey goes to India

JePodcast EP7: Jebailey goes to India

DreamHack Mumbai took place last week and I was invited out to oversee the fighting game tournaments for Tekken 7, SFV & Smash Ultimate. I talk about the culture, the food, the event and how awesome of an experience India was.
Dec 28, 201834:10
JePodcast EP6: Anti Smash Community Interview

JePodcast EP6: Anti Smash Community Interview

Anti the CEO 2016 Champion for Smash WiiU comes on to the show to discuss Capcom Cup, Smash Ultimate, traveling to Mexico& Japan. We also discuss his team sponsorships, getting healthy and more.
Dec 16, 201842:45
JePodcast EP 5: Jebailey goes to Dubai

JePodcast EP 5: Jebailey goes to Dubai

This episode I talk about my Lebanese background to give you an idea of my roots. After DreamHack Winter I went straight to Dubai to visit my sister and take a little vacation. That place is really something else and impressed me in my short time there. Learn about some of the fun things I did there and what’s worth checking out as well as a bit about the FGC community I got to meet while there.
Dec 13, 201831:10
JePodcast EP 4: European Smash Scene at DreamHack Winter

JePodcast EP 4: European Smash Scene at DreamHack Winter

JePodcast EP 4: The European Smash Scene full of TOs, Casters and Production that helped me put DreamHack Winter together join me to talk about the European scene, comparing it to America, Smash Ultimate and more. Featuring Chirou, John, King Funk, AwesomeBee & Liva talk about their experiences, working with DreamHack and more on this episode recorded In Jönköping Sweden. Also discuss what’s next in Europe at Valhalla 2 and what Jebailey is about to endure with travel the rest of 2018.
Dec 03, 201850:09
JePodcast EP3: Luke Okada & Ryan Mejia, two of the best TOs in the FGC.

JePodcast EP3: Luke Okada & Ryan Mejia, two of the best TOs in the FGC.

This episode, I invite on two of my most trusted TOs that you see at a plethora of CEO, DreamHack and supporting their Florida local events. We talk about what it takes to put on FGC events, how they got started and their current favorite games. We reflect on DreamHack Atlanta and what’s next in our schedules.
Nov 27, 201847:40
JePodcast EP2: Special Guests EchoFox Sonicfox and Dekillsage

JePodcast EP2: Special Guests EchoFox Sonicfox and Dekillsage

EchoFox’s Sonicfox and Dekillsage come on the JePodcast to talk about their history in the FGC, what their favorite games are and Sonicfox’s drive to be the best in the world.
Nov 18, 201833:46
JePodcast EP1. Intro to Jebailey’s World of gaming.

JePodcast EP1. Intro to Jebailey’s World of gaming.

Intro to Alex Jebailey’s JePodcast. Welcome to the 1st episode with your host ,Jebailey, giving you a bit of a background on his early years of video games growing up. I talk about the arcade days, the blockbuster video game challenge experience, traveling and what I’m currently up to within the Fighting Game Event World.
Nov 15, 201825:21