Dave Lang, CEO of Iron Galaxy Studios, is on the podcast this week. We cover Dave's extensive resume in the video game industry including his early work as a developer and transition from coding to management. Dave discusses the origins of Iron Galaxy Studios and the benefits of working in a supporting role in game development, developing the reputation of Iron Galaxy Studios, and Dive Kick and its reception within the Fighting Game Community. There's also talk about the "next generation" of vid...
May 14, 2013•1 hr 2 min
Justin McElroy, Managing Editor at Polygon and co-host of My Brother, My Brother, and Me is my guest this week. We cover Justin's journalism background and discuss his 15 years of freelance work for various video game sites and publications. Justin also talks about his time at Joystiq, his role at Polygon, the benefits of working with remote staff, and the Skyrim "controversy" from a few years ago. We also cover his podcast, "My Brother, My Brother, and Me" and why recording that podcast has str...
May 07, 2013•1 hr 3 min
Todd Zuniga, creator of Literary Death Match is my guest this week. We discuss the origins of 1UP's Sports Anomaly Podcast, why the podcast featured so much yelling, and the difficulties that came with recording a podcast when every co-host wasn't in the same room. Todd also talks about Opium Magazine and why money changed everything with how the magazine was produced and perceived. Finally, I learn all about the Literary Death Match, and how Todd has turned this idea into an international pheno...
Apr 30, 2013•59 min
Nick Dawson, Chief Experience Officer for Frontier Health Consulting is my guest this week talking about the evolution of healthcare. We dig into Nick's background and how a chance internship eventually defined his career path. Nick share's his perspective on how technology has impacted and improved healthcare, the growth, adoption, and influence of social media on healthcare. And we talk about the rise of the fabled "ePatient" and what that means for future generations. Enjoy. You can keep up w...
Apr 23, 2013•57 min
Victor Fontanez, President of broadcasting and consulting firm Team Sp00ky is on the podcast this week to introduce me to the Fighting Game Community. We discuss his early endeavors in the world of streaming video games, the gradual expansion of his operations to forming Team Sp00ky, is involvement in the past two Evolution Tournaments and the logistics involved in operating a successful stream. We also discuss the dedication required to play these types of games at a high level and the role of ...
Apr 17, 2013•1 hr
Justine Marcus, Community Manager and Research Associate at Asthmapolis is on the podcast this week. We discuss Justine's background and how her college experiences made Asthmapolis the perfect fit for what she is passionate about. We also discuss the origins and impact of Asthmapolis, from the patient, doctor, and provider perspective. And, Justine breaks down the proper pronunciation of Asthmapolis - consider it a public service announcement. Enjoy. Justine manages the Asthmapolis Twitter acco...
Apr 09, 2013•58 min
Mark Coatney, Director and Media Evangelist at Tumblr is on the podcast this week. We cover Mark's career at Time and Newsweek including his unique opportunity for experimentation in the online space and how a simple typo landed his first job as Time Magazine. Mark also discusses his role at Tumblr, the popularity of the animated .gif, Tumblr's worldwide growth - particularly in Brazil, and the future of social media and Tumblr's role in that future. Enjoy. Follow Mark on Twitter at @mcoatney an...
Apr 02, 2013•1 hr 5 min
This week I'm joined by Adriel Hampton, Vice President of Community at NationBuilder. Our conversation is social media-heavy, but largely focused on the relationship between social media and government. We discuss Adriel's decision to announce his Congressional campaign on Twitter and how social media use in and by government officials has evolved over the past four years. We also cover NationBuilder and how it can be utilized by a wide range of campaigns, candidates, and advocates looking to ma...
Mar 26, 2013•33 min
This week I'm joined by Robert Bowling, President and Creative Strategist of Robotoki and former Creative Strategist at Infinity Ward. We spend the hour talking about his life before the video game industry, his work at Infinity Ward including how his roles and responsibilities grew and expanded year after year. Robert also opens up about his time after leaving Infinity Ward and why starting his own studio was the only choice that made sense for him. Finally we talk about Robotoki, what it means...
Mar 19, 2013•1 hr 1 min
At 17, Ryan Reed was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. At 19, Ryan signed with Roush Fenway to drive the No. 16 Ford in NASCAR's Nationwide Series. Ryan and I spend an hour discussing all aspects of professional racing including the physical requirements, the mental preparation, and the exhilaration of driving at those speeds. We also cover Ryan's diabetes diagnosis and how he manages his blood glucose while racing. Finally, Ryan opens up about the Drive to Stop Diabetes campaign and the incredibl...
Mar 12, 2013•57 min
Dr. Natalie Strand, winner of Season 17 of the Amazing Race, is on the podcast this week. We discuss her life with diabetes and how her diagnosis didn't slow her down. To that point, we cover her journey to and through The Amazing Race including the proper bolus amount for boiled sheep's brain, conquering a fear of heights, and the advocacy opportunities that came from her victory. Nat also talks about her decision to become a doctor and how her life with diabetes helps relate to some of her pat...
Mar 05, 2013•30 min
Kellee Santiago, former President of thatgamecompay and founding partner of Indie Fund is on the podcast this week. We discuss Kellee's education at the University of Southern California's School of Cinematic Arts and how a class she took her freshman year laid the foundation for her career in video game development. Kellee also talks about the creative inspirations and motivations behind each of the games developed by thatgamecompany. We also get to the whole "games are art" conversation, start...
Feb 26, 2013•1 hr 1 min
I'm joined this week by Sarah, the Afternoon Napper - as she calls herself. Our conversation revolves around her life with fibromuscular dysplasia, her lengthy diagnosis story, what it means to live with a rare disease, and how she's been able to leverage social media to form a community around a disease that impacts a small number of people in the country. We also talk about Sarah's dual identities (online) and how these identities are merging. Finally, we discuss Rare Disease Day and the impor...
Feb 19, 2013•1 hr 1 min
I'm joined by Brian Quinn this week to talk about shoes with crazy colors, ultimate frisbee, living with diabetes and, for most of the podcast, life as a priest. I didn't anticipate the Pope announcing his retirement prior to our recording, but we touch on that, the thought process behind Brian's decision to become a priest, the similarities between going to a seminary and a more traditional college, and the surprising moments of humor that can be found while he's working. Enjoy. Follow Brian on...
Feb 12, 2013•49 min
Continuing the conversation with Patrick Klepek, News Editor for Giant Bomb, we discuss the future of the Chicago Bears, Molyjam 2012 (and 2013?), married life, the passing of his father, and The Evil Dead remake. Most of our conversation, naturally, revolves around Giant Bomb including how Patrick interacts with the community, how constructive criticism has improved his work, how he deals with less-than-constructive criticism, and finally we discuss the upcoming and highly anticipated announcem...
Feb 07, 2013•56 min
Scott Benner is on the podcast this week talking about his book, "Life is Short, Laundry is Eternal." But before we cover the book we talk about his daughter's diabetes diagnosis, his early blogging motivations, and his creative writing inspirations. We also talk about how he has learned from the diabetes community as a parent, and as a person. Finally we spend the last portion of the podcast discussing his book, and why it's difficult to summarize in a simple elevator pitch. Enjoy. Follow Scott...
Feb 05, 2013•1 hr 6 min
Stone Chin, Ubisoft's Public Relations Manager for the Assassin's Creed is my guest this week. We discuss the emergence of Russell Wilson on the Seattle Seahawks, the potential relocation of the Sacramento Kings to Seattle, attending the past two Presidential Inaugurations, and the benefits of having three last names to choose from. Naturally, we spend the majority of the podcast talking business, as Stone has spent his professional career in PR from Edelman, to Microsoft, and now Ubisoft and I ...
Jan 29, 2013•1 hr 2 min
Meri Schuhmacher is on the podcast this week to talk about what it takes to be a super hero. Meri is raising four (4) sons, ages 18 to 9 (as of this recording) and three of her sons have type 1 diabetes. Naturally, there's plenty to talk about right there. We also discuss the value of the diabetes community when it comes to her sons, and when extra support was needed during her husband's battle with cancer. Finally, and much to my amazement, I learn that Brigham Young University has campuses out...
Jan 22, 2013•57 min
Continuing the conversation with Alfred Printup. We cover the origins of GamerHusbands Radio, the drive to perfect his podcast, motivations for retiring, and life beyond podcasting. Enjoy. Follow Alfred on Twitter at @GHR_Maverick . And be sure to check out the GamerHusbands Radio Podcast on iTunes . Run Time - 55:15 Send your feedback to feedback@justtalkingpodcast.com ....
Jan 17, 2013•55 min
Britt Johnson is my guest this week. Britt was one of the featured ePatients at Medicine X last year, so we naturally spend some time talking about her experiences there including the pressure of a five-minute speech. I learn that warm weather is the only thing that can cancel school in Alaska. We discuss, at length, her rheumatoid arthritis diagnosis story. And we also put the word and the meaning of "pain" in a proper context. Enjoy. Follow Britt on Twitter at @HurtBlogger and thehurtblogger.c...
Jan 15, 2013•57 min
Elisa Camahort Page, Chief Operating Officer and co-founder of BlogHer is on the podcast this week. We talk about BlogHer's humble beginnings including the coffee shop meeting that started it all. Elisa discusses the complexities of coordinating an appearance by President Obama, while he was on the campaign trail. There's also talk about the future of BlogHer, the growing number of men in the BlogHer community, and the increasing demands of convention center wi-fi. Enjoy. Follow Elisa on Twitter...
Jan 08, 2013•37 min
Jeremy Dunham, Manager for Community and Narrative at U4ia Games is on the podcast this week. We discuss his lengthy career at IGN including his journey from freelance work to Managing Editor of IGN's Editorial and the type of personality required to do that job well. He also discusses his move to Zipper Interactive and the joy of seeing ideas transformed into gameplay. Jeremy elaborates on his current role at U4ia Games including the many, many hats he wears on the clock. There's a little conve...
Jan 01, 2013•1 hr 13 min
Dr. Larry Chu, Executive Director of Stanford Medicine X and Associate Professor of Anesthesia at Stanford University's School of Medicine is on the podcast this week talking all about the inner workings of Medicine X. We discuss the initial motivations for designing Medicine X, including the other conferences that served as an inspiration and blueprint for what Dr. Chu hoped to achieve. We also cover lessons learned and briefly tease what 2013 has in store. The conversation finishes up with a b...
Dec 25, 2012•1 hr
Sonny Vu, co-founder and CEO of Misfit Wearables is on the podcast this week talking about his work with AgaMatrix and the development of the iBGStar, the future of mHealth and his latest venture with Misfit Wearables: the Shine. We cover the creative inspirations behind the Shine, its success on Indiegogo, and we discuss some broader principles for designing wearable technology. Enjoy. Follow Sonny on Twitter at @SonnyVu . You can learn more about Misfit Wearables and the Shine at misfitwearabl...
Dec 18, 2012•31 min
Chris Melissinos, Curator and Author of The Art of Video Games is on the podcast this week to discuss his role as Chief Evangelist and Chief Gaming Officer at Sun Microsystems, his book 'The Art of Video Games', and the Smithsonian Exhibit that is currently touring the country. With respect to the exhibit we cover the selection process for the systems and games featured, the feedback and reception from the gaming community and mainstream media, and the significance of video games in each of our ...
Dec 12, 2012•1 hr 5 min
Russ Pitts, Features Editor for Polygon is on the podcast this week. We talk the path that led him to writing about video games professionally, including his run as Editor in Chief at The Escapist. Naturally we talk about the origins of Polygon including the pressure of launching a new website, the double-edged sword of creative collaboration, reaction to their "Press Reset" documentary, and the constantly evolving technology that powers polygon.com. Finally, and most importantly, we talk about ...
Dec 04, 2012•1 hr 6 min
Kepa Auwae from RocketCat Games and PunchQuest developer Paul Pridham are featured this week talking about the in's and out's of iOS development. We discuss the inspiration for the quirks of the game, the critical reaction and success of the game after its release, and the difficulties faced regarding game pacing, and the challenge of getting a game like PunchQuest to turn a profit. This was an insightful look into the intricacies of iOS development. I certainly learned a lot, and I'm sure you w...
Nov 27, 2012•59 min
Sridhar Iyengar, Co-founder and CTO for AgaMatrix, is on the podcast this week talking all about the iBGStar. We discuss all aspects of the iBGStar from early inspiration to initial response and eventual support from Apple. Sridhar also opens up about the FDA and explains why they aren't the necessarily the bag guy when it comes to innovation. There's also some talk about the complexities and incredible potential for mobile health. Enjoy. Follow Sridhar on Twitter at @SridIyengar . And be sure t...
Nov 21, 2012•1 hr 8 min
Alexis Gallisá, Art Director for GiantBomb.com is on the podcast this week. Among the topics covered are his work on Giant Bomb and the effort required to redesign its website, his early motivations for getting interested in web design, and the invaluable feedback of the Giant Bomb community. We also talk about his life with diabetes, explore the phrase "your diabetes may vary", and Alexis opens up about the unique advocacy opportunities that present itself when you decide to eat 60 chicken nugg...
Nov 14, 2012•50 min
Burt Herman, co-founder of Storify is on this week talking about, naturally, Storify. We cover its origins, unique use cases, and its hopeful impact on the future of online journalism. We also spend some time talking about his early inspirations that led him to journalism, experiences working for the Associated Press, traveling the world, and his time spent embedded with troops in Iraq. Enjoy. Follow Burt on Twitter at @BurtHerman . Learn more about Storify at storify.com . And you can learn mor...
Nov 07, 2012•47 min
