My guest is David Fox, one of the founding members, first game designer, and project leader at Lucas film Games / Lucas Arts in 1982. David worked in designing and scripting many of the graphic adventures of the 1980s. From 2007-2011, he worked with Disney as an Interactive consultant. He is currently Lead Programmer for the game, Return To Monkey Island, and adapting "Rube Works: The Official Rube Goldberg Invention Game" to XR.

For those of you who are not game programers, XR stands for Extended Reality, a technology that is combination of virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and mixed reality (MR). David’s specialties are Producer and Game designer, iOS and Android app development with Unity 3D and Corona, iBook creation, Location Based Entertainment design, and Virtual Reality and Location Based VR.

He says the overall theme in everything he does is “Finding ways to use technology to enrich people's lives, and using humor and entertainment to empower change.”

When I reached out to David, I explained that I like to encourage and inspire people to do the thing they’d like to do. If you are a student or someone dreaming of a job as a designer or programmer in the gaming industry, I hope my conversation with David supports and inspires you to do the thing you want to do. David provides guidance into the paths you might choose to focus on, and what to expect when embarking on a career in the game industry.

In this conversation we talk about:

• How he got started in the gaming business.
• Career paths
• Technical skills crucial for a video game designer or programmer
• Industry Insights and trends shaping the future of game industry
• What a typical day at work is like
• How students can gain practical experience while in school
• Internships - how important they are and how to find and secure one.
• What projects and side activities a student should do to build their skill set and resume
• How important is it to have a portfolio and what should and should not contain.
• Networking and job hunting - How students can effectively network before they get out of college.
• What he looks for when hiring a new designer or programmer.
• The process of applying for a job.
• The best companies to work for.
• His experience working with start-ups, and why they may or may not be a good choice for you.
• Starting your own game company

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Connect with David Fox

LinkedIn linkedin.com/in/davidbfox

Website: ElectricEggplant.com (His Company)

Email: david@electriceggplant.com

My guest today is Amy Widestrom, Executive Director of the League of Women Voters in Pennsylvania. She is a Doctor of Philosophy in Political Science, was previously a Chair at Arcadia University for the Department of Historical and Political Studies, and an assistant professor at California State University.

Don’t be mislead by the title “League of Women Voters.” Men have been members since 1974 and membership is open to all persons who are at least 16 years of age. It is a nonpartisan organization, neither supporting nor opposing candidates or political parties, and one of America’s most trusted grassroots organizations.

Dr. Widestrom and I discuss how our voting systems work, a few of the problems with current voting systems, and solutions for what we can do to make it easier for Americans to vote and ensure your vote counts.

This podcast is for educational purposes only. Nothing in this podcast should be considered an endorsement by the league of women voters.

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VOTE411.org

Website: https://www.vote411.org

A one-stop-shop for election related information, onpartisan, with general and state-specific information on the following aspects of the election process:

• Absentee ballot information
• Ballot measure information (where applicable)
• Early voting options (where applicable)
• Election dates
• Factual data on candidates in various federal, state and local races
• General information on such topics as how to watch debates with a critical eye
• ID requirements
• Polling place locations
• Registration deadlines
• Voter qualifications
• Voter registration forms
• Voting machines

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My guest on this show is Rachel King. Rachel is an attorney who specialized in handling high-conflict divorce and child custody cases. She calls herself the King of litigation. She has 10 years of experience at her own law firm being the lead litigation attorney in family law. When she was twenty one, she had a child, and after that, as a single mother, put herself through college and Law school.

She has a book GETTING DIVORCED... NOW WHAT? in which she discusses divorce, separation, child custody, and useful legal strategies. She also coaches clients on how to co-parent and communicate and prepare for court when they are representing themselves in court.

In this conversation we talk about:

• Why when possible, it’s best to keep it out of court.
• Best practices and ways to keep your case out of court.
• Is it necessary to hire a lawyer?
• If you need an attorney, how you can to find a good one
• How to represent yourself in court.
• How to handle in court proceedings.
• Legal stories about the best and worst things she has seen
• California specific laws & strategies

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CONNECT WITH RACHEL KING, THE LAWER KING

Website: TheLawyerKing.com

Website: rachelkingattorney.com

Budget-Divorce.com

• A service that coaches self-represented individuals on how to appear in court.
• Legal document prep services for Family Law
• Coaching self-represented individuals on how to appear in court.

Get the book: GETTING DIVORCED... NOW WHAT? King discusses divorce, separation, child custody, and useful legal strategies.

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My guest today is Paisley Gamble. Paisley has been dreaming of homes since she was seven and making her mark on the design world as a luxury interior designer for the last nineteen years.

Life is too short not to be surrounded by beautiful things that make you feel happy
- Paisley Gamble

She has a curiosity and appreciation for diverse cultures, reminding us that the most beautiful spaces are those that celebrate the rich tapestry of the human experience. As a luxury interior designer, she is know for blending cultural influences and timeless elegance. From the Gold Coast of Australia to Oaxaca, Mexico, her work reflects a deep appreciation for diverse cultures and individual preferences, resulting in immersive spaces that evoke harmony and emotion.

In this episode I’m going to be asking Paisley about her story, how she got started, and what her journey was like to get to where she is today. In this conversation we talk about:

• Entrepreneurship
• Building your own company
• Branding
• Being a woman in business
• Designing a life you love!

SHOW NOTES

Connect with Paisley Gamble Interiors:

Website: https://paisleygamble.com

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My guest today is Kelly MacLean. Kelly is the president and founder of The Kelly Mac Lean Achievement Center, helping teens put their best foot forward while stepping into the college and career of their dreams.

Kelly formed her company after repeatedly witnessing high school students making mistakes in their search for the best college to attend, mistakes resulted in students missing scholarships, not being accepted at the school of their choice, and switching schools or majors. She realized how overwhelming the process can be, and how costly mistakes are.

She felt there had to be a better way to help students find their path. Her company provides resources specific to each student. The goal is to reduce college expenses while finding the best college. This is done through strategic preparation that includes selecting a major, career planning, college selection, preparing for tests, scholarships, applications and more.

Kelly is a certified trainer for John Maxwell Leadership programs, an ACT test prep provider, a featured expert contributor for Stack Magazine, and a member of the Ohio Association of College Admission Counselors.

Her company continues to work with the students through their freshman year in college to ensure their success in college.

In this conversation we talk about:

• Do you need to go to college?
• How to choose a career path that is perfect for you
• Why it’s never too early to start planning for your future.
• The most important skills high school and college kids need to have to be successful.
• Current trends and careers of the future
• College selection - how to pick the best college to go to
• College admissions - how can a student stand out and have a greater chance of being accepted at the college of their dreams.
• Changing majors - What a college student can do if they are struggling with the major they chose, and are considering switching majors or transferring to a different college.
• Money - How can parents and students reduce college expenses
• Financial aid -Tips for negotiating financial aid and offers for aid.
• More

Connect with Kelly MacLean

The Kelly MacLean Achievement Center website: http://kelly-mac.com

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Phone: (440) 454-0850

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My guest today is Jill Sitnick, author of Rescuing Jill: How MDMA, with a Dash of Mushrooms, Healed My Childhood Trauma-Induced PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder). In her book, Jill describes how MDMA let her view her father’s beatings and her mother’s suicide attempts during medically supervised sessions, and how through what is called psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy, these treatments healed her trauma and transformed her life. She explains how this therapy works and dispels mythical stigmas associated with using psychedelics in the care of a professional for therapy.

She has a Bachelor of Science in Education and a Master of Science in Instructional Technology. She wrote a workbook to accompany her memoir which includes instructions on how to create and use personal intentions during a treatment session. She also has YouTube channel that explains what psychedelic-assisted therapy is and how it can help those suffering with PTSD .

In this conversation we talk about:

• What life was like for Jill before and after psychedelic-assisted therapy using MDMA.
• What MDMA, also known as Ecstasy or Molly, is
• What the treatment process is and how it works.
• MDMA compared to LSD and magic mushrooms
• How MDMA helps the process of psychotherapy by improving the patients’ mood and relationship between a therapist and a patient.
• The status of FDA approval for MDMA-assisted therapy for PTSD
• What finding a treatment center might look like.
• Who will be allowed to manufacture it.
• Side effects, placebo-like effects, and why psychedelic-assisted therapy is not recommended for those with a history of Schizophrenia.
• What to expect and how long the effect lasts after treatments.

Neither the host nor guest are doctors. They are not giving medical advice. If you have a medical question, ask your doctor. If you need immediate help or you feel you might harm yourself, call 988, the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. You can also TEXT 988.

SHOW NOTES

Website: thejourneysage.com

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheJourneySage

Book:

Rescuing Jill: How MDMA with a Dash of Mushrooms Healed My Childhood Trauma-Induced PTSD

Workbook:

Rescuing Jill Companion Workbook: Intention Setting Prompts for Psychedelic-Assisted Psychotherapy

My guest today is Maggie Mills. She’s the most published author you’ve never heard of - a ghost writer in the book publishing industry. Maggie helps people get the book out of their heads and onto the page. Anonymously.

Yes, many of the books you read, including best sellers, were not written by the name of the author on the book cover, rather by a ghost writer like Maggie. Her clients include lawyers, preachers, athletes, entrepreneurs, Wall Street whizzes, actors, one psychic, and a politician here and there. Maggie has collaborated with thousands of authors.

If you are one of those who keep thinkings someday you’re going to write that book in your head, Maggie can help. She’s also an editor and coach.

In this conversation we talk about:

• What a ghost writer is.
• Why someone hires a ghostwriter.
• Ways a book can generate revenue for an author other than book sales.
• What you need to know before writing a book.
• How to know if your book will sell.
• The process for working with a ghostwriter.
• A book coach: what they do and when you might need one.
• How to get started writing the book in your head.

CONNECT WITH MAGGIE MILLS

Website: MaggieMills.com
Website: Take Maggies Word for It
Maggie's YouTube

My guest today is Dr. Christian Yeasted. Dr. Christian Yeasted is Chair of Ethics at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Youngstown, Ohio. After seven years of researching the ethics of artificial intelligence, He wrote a science fiction novel titled, “The Final Invention”

Did you know - in addition to medical ethics, there is a type of ethics called Bioethics. According to John Hopkin’s Institute, new medicines, biomedical procedures, and ways of altering plants and animals are bringing benefits to millions of people. However, these same innovations have the potential to bring harms and raise ethical questions about their appropriate use.

The characters in this story experience strange malfunctions of technology that were previously thought to be safe. The result is destruction and chaos. At a construction site something goes wrong with the AI foreman, killing human workers. The characters must discover the source of the malfunctions before they turn more deadly.

Dr Yeasted maintains a clinical practice where he instructs medical students and residents in primary care.

In this conversation we talk about:

• The ethics of artificial intelligence in health care.
• Bioethics and medical ethics.
• How AI might be used to determine allocation of health care resources such as organ donation and pandemic care.
• Life extension: determining when someone should live or die.
• How to know if AI is used at your hospital or by your doctor.
• Potential unintended consequences of AI in health careHow .
• How AI can improve health care and be a useful tool for doctors and patients.

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Get the Book: The Final Invention: The Ethics of AI in a Near Future

Kindle Edition

Audible Audiobook – Unabridged

Connect with Dr Yeasted:

Website: authorcyeasted.com