x

75% of people globally want unbiased news (Pew Research) but are concerned they're not getting that.

Get balanced coverage with Symby. See how stories are covered across diverse outlets and spot when one side covers a story the other skips.

PODCAST

Physics of Gamification

What if physics could explain user behavior? Physics of Gamification connects classic physics laws with modern gamification mechanics — to reveal how people engage, act, and stay motivated. Hosted by Hakan Uzer, this is where science meets behavior design.

science social sciences

All Episodes

00:08:04

024 - Magnetic Alignment: Team Synergy and Collective...

Physics of Gamification ·

2025/10/29

When teams align, motivation turns magnetic.In this episode, we explore the physics of magnetic domains — and how small shifts in alignment can transform scattered effort into unstoppable collective drive.Learn how leaders create magnetic fields of purpose, how to sustain them, and why synergy is the most powerful force in engagement.

en

00:06:40

023 – Fluid Dynamics- Motivation Flow Across Roles...

Physics of Gamification ·

2025/10/21

What if motivation could flow like water? In this Season 2 opener, we explore Fluid Dynamics — and how energy moves through teams, roles, and systems. Learn how to design engagement that circulates, not stagnates.

en

00:05:41

022 – The Tunneling Effect: Surprising Progress from...

Physics of Gamification ·

2025/09/02

In physics, quantum tunneling describes the improbable — particles breaking through barriers they shouldn’t be able to cross.In gamification, the same phenomenon can happen with people. Users who seem stuck, blocked, or disengaged can still find surprising ways forward if the system creates rare, meaningful moments of breakthrough.In this season finale, we explore:How to design tunneling moments that unlock progress when players plateau.Why shortcuts must feel rare to preserve fairness and

en

00:09:45

021 – Phase Transition Moments That Shift Player...

Physics of Gamification ·

2025/08/26

Phase transitions aren’t just for physics — they happen in behavior too.In this episode of Physics of Gamification, we explore how systems don’t always change gradually… sometimes they reorganize all at once. Just like ice snaps into water or water flips into vapor, gamified systems can push players into new states that completely reshape how they engage.You’ll learn:Why engagement isn’t linear, but state-based.How to design thresholds that transform players from learners into leaders.Where sudden

en

00:05:55

020 – Black Hole Mechanics: Don’t Let Systems...

Physics of Gamification ·

2025/08/19

In physics, a black hole’s pull comes from its mass — and once that gravity becomes overwhelming, nothing escapes.Gamification systems can fall into the same trap. Add too many mechanics, too many rules, and too many layers… and you create an engagement singularity.In this episode, we explore:How overcomplexity collapses user motivationThe “event horizon” where features start to hurt, not helpPractical ways to strip away weight and restore momentumBecause the best-designed systems aren’t always the

en

00:10:07

019 – Resonance: Designing Features That Amplify Each...

Physics of Gamification ·

2025/08/12

In physics, mechanical resonance occurs when elements vibrate at a shared frequency, amplifying energy far beyond what any one part could achieve.In gamification? It’s when every feature — missions, rewards, leaderboards, and feedback — align so perfectly that engagement flows effortlessly.This episode dives into what resonance looks like in behavior systems:Why dissonance kills momentum, how emotional rhythm matters, and what happens when mechanics sing in harmony.If you’ve ever felt like your

en

00:05:39

018 – Thermodynamic Equilibrium Beware the Plateau

Physics of Gamification ·

2025/08/05

In physics, thermodynamic equilibrium is a perfectly balanced state — no more energy flows, no more reactions happen. It’s stable. Still. And kind of dead.In this episode, we explore what happens when gamified systems reach that same point — when everything runs “just fine,” but nothing meaningful happens anymore. From flat leaderboards to predictable feedback, we break down how challenge decay leads to disengagement… and how to reignite interest with purposeful disruption.Because when your system

en

00:05:41

017 – Light Speed Limits: Why Faster Isn’t Always Better

Physics of Gamification ·

2025/07/29

In physics, traveling near the speed of light leads to distortion — things blur, time stretches, and clarity breaks down. In gamified systems, the same thing can happen when we accelerate too quickly.In this episode, we explore how speed in design—rapid feedback, escalating missions, and overloaded interfaces—can overwhelm users instead of engaging them. You’ll learn how to slow things down with intentional pacing, emotional rhythm, and meaningful pauses that create flow, not fatigue.Because in

en

00:07:30

016 – The Gravity Well: When Systems Become Hard to...

Physics of Gamification ·

2025/07/22

Some gamified systems don’t motivate users — they trap them. In this episode, we explore how common mechanics like streaks, point ladders, and status roles can slowly form behavioral gravity wells: systems that pull people in, but make it difficult to step away. Drawing from physics and behavioral theory, we examine how to design systems with graceful exits, re-entry points, and healthier engagement over time. Because true loyalty comes from freedom — not force.

en

00:06:21

015 – Relativity of Time- Why Perceived Time Matters...

Physics of Gamification ·

2025/07/15

In this episode, we explore how Einstein’s theory of relativity translates into user motivation. Because in gamified systems, it’s not about how long something takes—it’s how long it feels.We unpack how to compress perceived time using structure, feedback, and momentum, with real examples from onboarding flows and sales gamification.

en

00:07:35

014 – Wave-Particle Duality: Users Are Players and...

Physics of Gamification ·

2025/07/08

Are your users logical goal-seekers or emotional human beings? The answer is: yes. In this episode, we explore how users — like quantum particles — exhibit dual behavior. Sometimes they act with clear objectives. Other times, they’re swayed by emotion, environment, or instinct.Just like light can be both a wave and a particle, users can be both players in a system and people with stories. We break down what that means for gamification design — with fresh examples, surprising science, and a few

en

00:07:35

013 – Schrödinger’s User- Engagement Exists Until...

Physics of Gamification ·

2025/07/01

What if your users aren’t disengaged… just unmeasured? In this episode, we explore Schrödinger’s Cat — one of the weirdest and most insightful thought experiments in physics — and what it teaches us about user engagement. Until we act, observe, or ask… our users live in multiple states at once: curious or indifferent, motivated or lost.We’ll break down how measurement, observation, and even attention can shape behavior — for better or worse.Featuring examples from onboarding systems, sales

en

00:07:22

012 – The Doppler Effect: Perception Changes with...

Physics of Gamification ·

2025/06/24

In this episode of Physics of Gamification, we explore how timing and speed shape the way users interpret your system — just like the Doppler Effect shifts sound depending on relative motion. Whether you’re giving feedback too early, too late, too often, or not at all — perception changes. And perception is everything.We’ll dive into real-life design scenarios, reflect on how player movement alters feedback clarity, and offer practical ways to tune your system’s signals. Because gamification isn’t

en

00:07:22

011 – Escape Velocity: Breaking Behavioral Inertia

Physics of Gamification ·

2025/06/17

Why do some users never return — even after one missed click? In this episode, we explore what disengagement really is, and how to overcome it using the physics of escape velocity. Not with nudges… but with force.

en

00:08:18

010 – The Butterfly Effect/ Micro-Stories with Macro...

Physics of Gamification ·

2025/06/10

What if a single word in your platform’s copy… turned users off without you ever realizing? That’s not fiction — that’s the butterfly effect in action.In this episode of Physics of Gamification, we explore how tiny design choices — from microcopy to notification timing — can trigger massive behavioral shifts. Using chaos theory and cognitive science, we unpack how these micro-moments shape user motivation, often before the task even begins.🎧 You’ll learn:Why tone, wording, and even reward sounds

en

00:07:06

009 – Potential Energy: Designing Progression That...

Physics of Gamification ·

2025/06/03

Great systems don’t just reward. They build tension. Explore how progression mechanics store motivation like energy waiting to be released.

en

00:08:10

008 – Quantum Entanglement: Building Player Identity

Physics of Gamification ·

2025/05/27

In this episode of Physics of Gamification, we explore the quantum phenomenon of entanglement — and how a user’s sense of identity can become deeply linked to the systems they interact with. When users define their roles, choose missions, and see themselves reflected in the experience, something profound happens: emotional entanglement.You’ll hear real-world examples, contrast cases, and design tactics to help your system go beyond surface-level interaction — and start building meaningful,

en

00:06:34

007 – The Field Effect: The Visual Language of...

Physics of Gamification ·

2025/05/20

You can’t see a magnetic field. But it shapes everything in its reach.In this episode, we explore how great gamification systems create the same kind of pull — through structure, rhythm, and design that quietly guides behavior.From mission arcs to visual cues, from progression paths to emotional proximity — this is where motivation becomes momentum.Featuring: physics, psychology, real-world systems, and one sharp challenge to rethink the way your platform pulls people in.🎧 Ideal for: product leads,

en

00:06:02

006 – Kinetic Chains: The Compound Effect of Layered...

Physics of Gamification ·

2025/05/13

Every gamification mechanic creates a reaction — but what happens when you stack them? In this episode, we explore Newton’s Third Law to reveal how layered mechanics can either build momentum or backfire entirely. From points to badges to leaderboards, it’s all connected. Design wisely — because every action has a reaction.

en

00:04:30

005 - The Observer Effect: Measuring What Matters

Physics of Gamification ·

2025/05/06

In this episode of Physics of Gamification, we take a closer look at how measuring behavior can quietly shift it — sometimes in ways we don’t intend.Drawing on the quantum observer effect, we explore why well-meaning metrics can lead to distorted outcomes, and how small changes in what we track can have a big impact on engagement.From productivity dashboards to recognition systems, we’ll share practical ways to design feedback that supports motivation — not undermines it.

en

25 results

Similar Podcasts

Classic Radio Science Fiction

solgoodmedia.com

Mission to Mars

Inception Point Ai

The 365 Days of Astronomy

365DaysOfAstronomy.org

Creek Devil

william Jevning

UFO Chronicles Podcast

Nik Hunter