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Gamers Change Lives

Play Games. Create Jobs. Change Lives. The Gamers Change Lives Podcast is a show about how to build an esports business from literally anywhere in the world where each week we showcase the journey of an inspiring esports entrepreneur and learn how they solved one particular problem that everyone will ultimately face. I am your host, Tom Leonard. I have a background in entertainment marketing. After working with many amazing esports entrepreneurs from emerging markets, they inspired me to create a

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28:45

Unlock Learning: Gaming is the Secret Weapon for...

Gamers Change Lives ·

2025/11/22

Season 6: New Voices, New PerspectivesOver the past five seasons of The Gamers Change Lives Podcast, we’ve shared the stories of over 100 guests from across the globe, each one showcasing how esports is transforming lives by creating new jobs and opportunities. From entrepreneurs to players, to industry leaders, we've seen firsthand how gaming is more than just a pastime, it’s a powerful force for change. In Season 6, we’re doing something exciting: we’re handing over the mic to a diverse group of

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37:13

Uplifting Voices: Diversity, Representation and...

Gamers Change Lives ·

2025/11/15

Season 6: New Voices, New PerspectivesOver the past five seasons of The Gamers Change Lives Podcast, we’ve shared the stories of over 100 guests from across the globe, each one showcasing how esports is transforming lives by creating new jobs and opportunities. From entrepreneurs to players, to industry leaders, we've seen firsthand how gaming is more than just a pastime, it’s a powerful force for change. In Season 6, we’re doing something exciting: we’re handing over the mic to a diverse group of

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42:41

From Player to Pioneer: Michael Rüsz's Two-Decade...

Gamers Change Lives ·

2025/11/08

Over the past five seasons of The Gamers Change Lives Podcast, we’ve shared the stories of over 100 guests from across the globe, each one showcasing how esports is transforming lives by creating new jobs and opportunities. From entrepreneurs to players, to industry leaders, we've seen firsthand how gaming is more than just a pastime, it’s a powerful force for change.In Season 6, we’re doing something exciting: we’re handing over the mic to a diverse group of guest hosts. Each of these hosts will

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51:14

Learning Through Play: How Esports is Changing Education

Gamers Change Lives ·

2025/11/01

Over the past five seasons of The Gamers Change Lives Podcast, we’ve shared the stories of over 100 guests from across the globe, each one showcasing how esports is transforming lives by creating new jobs and opportunities. From entrepreneurs to players, to industry leaders, we've seen firsthand how gaming is more than just a pastime, it’s a powerful force for change.In Season 6, we’re doing something exciting: we’re handing over the mic to a diverse group of guest hosts. Each of these hosts will

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38:58

Beyond the Hype: How One Shoutcaster Found His Voice...

Gamers Change Lives ·

2025/07/05

Over the past five seasons of The Gamers Change Lives Podcast, we’ve shared the stories of over 100 guests from across the globe, each one showcasing how esports is transforming lives by creating new jobs and opportunities. From entrepreneurs to players, to industry leaders, we've seen firsthand how gaming is more than just a pastime, it’s a powerful force for change.In Season 6, we’re doing something exciting: we’re handing over the mic to a diverse group of guest hosts. Each of these hosts will

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40:19

Code, Community and Mentorship: Women Leading...

Gamers Change Lives ·

2025/06/28

Over the past five seasons of The Gamers Change Lives Podcast, we’ve shared the stories of over 100 guests from across the globe, each one showcasing how esports is transforming lives by creating new jobs and opportunities. From entrepreneurs to players, to industry leaders, we've seen firsthand how gaming is more than just a pastime, it’s a powerful force for change.In Season 6, we’re doing something exciting: we’re handing over the mic to a diverse group of guest hosts. Each of these hosts will

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27:55

Beyond the Game: Building Community and Developing...

Gamers Change Lives ·

2025/06/21

Season 6: New Voices, New PerspectivesOver the past five seasons of The Gamers Change Lives Podcast, we’ve shared the stories of over 100 guests from across the globe, each one showcasing how esports is transforming lives by creating new jobs and opportunities. From entrepreneurs to players, to industry leaders, we've seen firsthand how gaming is more than just a pastime, it’s a powerful force for change. In Season 6, we’re doing something exciting: we’re handing over the mic to a diverse group of

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25:52

The Intersection of Esports and Game Development

Gamers Change Lives ·

2025/06/14

Over the past five seasons of The Gamers Change Lives Podcast, we’ve shared the stories of over 100 guests from across the globe, each one showcasing how esports is transforming lives by creating new jobs and opportunities. From entrepreneurs to players, to industry leaders, we've seen firsthand how gaming is more than just a pastime, it’s a powerful force for change.In Season 6, we’re doing something exciting: we’re handing over the mic to a diverse group of guest hosts. Each of these hosts will

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31:55

The Power of Tournament Organizers in African Esports

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2025/06/07

Season 6: New Voices, New PerspectivesEpisode 2: The Power of Tournament Organizers in African Esports Over the past five seasons of The Gamers Change Lives Podcast, we’ve shared the stories of over 100 guests from across the globe, each one showcasing how esports is transforming lives by creating new jobs and opportunities. From entrepreneurs to players, to industry leaders, we've seen firsthand how gaming is more than just a pastime, it’s a powerful force for change. In Season 6, we’re doing

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42:32

Building Africa’s esports Future: A Conversation with...

Gamers Change Lives ·

2025/05/31

Over the past five seasons of The Gamers Change Lives Podcast, we’ve shared the stories of over 100 guests from across the globe, each one showcasing how esports is transforming lives by creating new jobs and opportunities. From entrepreneurs to players, to industry leaders, we've seen firsthand how gaming is more than just a pastime, it’s a powerful force for change.In Season 6, we’re doing something exciting: we’re handing over the mic to a diverse group of guest hosts. Each of these hosts will

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51:37

Mettlestate: Forging the Future of South African Esports

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2025/02/15

SummaryIn this final episode of Season 5 the Gamers Change Lives podcast, host Tom Leonard speaks with Barry Louzada and Carly Twaddle from South Africa about their gaming journeys, the evolution of e-sports in the region, the challenges faced in gaming infrastructure, and the growing presence of women in e-sports. They discuss the importance of community, job creation in the gaming industry, and the hiring process for gaming-related positions. The conversation highlights the positive changes in

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40:31

Game Changers: African Women Making a Difference in...

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2024/12/14

SummaryIn this episode of the Gamers Change Lives podcast, host Tom Leonard engages with two women from Africa, Bambina and Dabi, to discuss their experiences in the eSports industry. They share their personal journeys into gaming, the challenges and opportunities they have encountered, and the importance of female representation in the gaming community. The conversation highlights the various roles available in eSports beyond just playing, the significance of networking, and the impact of

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51:06

Hiring to Build An Esports Empire in Saudi Arabia

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2024/11/30

SummaryIn this episode of the Gamers Change Lives podcast, host Tom Leonard speaks with Sultan and Nestor from Saudi Arabia about their journeys in the gaming and eSports industry. They discuss the rapid growth of eSports in Saudi Arabia, the establishment of Levels Gaming Group, and the importance of networking in securing jobs in the industry. Sultan shares insights on the hiring process and the qualities they look for in potential employees, emphasizing the significance of chemistry and cultural

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51:32

Esports Without Borders: Landing Global Roles With...

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2024/11/23

Summary In this episode of the Gamers Change Lives podcast, host Tom Leonard engages with guests Adam Hobbs and Jihyeok Choi to explore the evolving landscape of the eSports job market. They discuss personal journeys into the gaming industry, the importance of career development and education in eSports, and the challenges and strategies involved in seeking international opportunities. The conversation highlights the competitive nature of the industry and the significance of networking and building

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01:00:57

Shout and Connect: How Esports Shoutcasters Land...

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2024/11/16

In this episode of the Gamers Change Lives podcast, host Tom Leonard delves into the vibrant world of esports shoutcasting in Africa with three dynamic guests: Alex ‘Slymorh’ Boateng, a renowned Ghanaian esports shoutcaster; Elijah ‘Kal’ Jefia, an esports caster and analyst from Ace Gamers; and Calebson Agbenyega, the founder and CEO of Ace Gamers Esports Ghana. The discussion covers their personal journeys into esports, the challenges they’ve overcome, and their breakthrough moments. Calebson

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40:28

The Hunt for Talent: How Can Networking Land You a...

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2024/11/09

Summary In this episode of the Gamers Change Lives podcast, host Tom Leonard speaks with Ben Finnegan and Emma O'Neill from Feenix Group about their personal journeys into the gaming industry, the evolution of their agency, and the importance of networking and diversity in eSports. They discuss their current roles, the significance of real-world experience in hiring, and how self-promotion can lead to career opportunities in the gaming sector. In this conversation, Ben Finnegan and Emma O'Neill

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01:00:23

The Hunt for Talent: What Do Game Recruiters Look for...

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2024/11/02

SummaryIn this episode of the Gamers Change Lives podcast, host Tom Leonard dives into e-sports and game development careers with Darren Butler, a gaming recruiter, and Oliver Collier, a gameplay programmer at Endreams. They explore their unique journeys into the gaming industry, covering what recruiters seek in developer candidates, the importance of research, and how networking can pave the way to success. The conversation also touches on the shift toward hybrid and remote work models and the

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44:19

Hunt for Esports Talent: Perspectives from a...

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2024/10/26

Summary In this episode of the Gamers Change Lives podcast, host Tom Leonard engages with guests Sheila Cruz, Jem Sagcal, and Yen ( Adrienne Moya ) from Tier 1 Entertainment to discuss the evolving landscape of eSports and job creation within the industry. Shiela is the people operations director, Jem is the senior marketing writer and Yen is a marketing intern all at Tier One Entertainment. They share personal gaming stories, insights into their roles, and eSports hiring and job creation processes

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46:17

The Hunt for Talent: How Do Esports Coaches Recruit...

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2024/10/19

Summary In this episode of the Gamers Change Lives podcast, host Tom Leonard interviews Marlon Melo from Team Secret in Brazil and Adrian from the UK. They discuss their journeys in esports and their current roles in the industry. Marlon is the head coach and team manager for Team Secret's Rainbow Six Siege project, while Adrian is a player on the team. They talk about the responsibilities of their roles, the difference between a manager and a coach, and the qualities they look for in players. They

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38:53

Innovating for Change: The Story of Mountain Hub in...

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2024/03/30

In this episode of the Gamers Change Lives podcast, host Tom Leonard interviews Martin Elonge, the director of Mountain Hub, a startup accelerator in Cameroon. They discuss the mission and programs of Mountain Hub, including ecosystem building, capacity building, and venture building. Martin explains the difference between startups and SMEs and emphasizes the importance of business skills for entrepreneurs. He also shares insights into the selection process at Mountain Hub and the role of the

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