• Episode 66: How Gaming Can Make You a Better Entrepreneur? | Fireside Gamer’s Stories ft ‪@neighborhoodlumLIVE‬
    May 9 2025

    Welcome to Fireside Gamer’s Stories: Host Arturs introduces the show and guest Neighborhood Hoodlum joins for a gaming-filled conversation. Rediscovering Gaming & Streaming Journey: Neighborhood Hoodlum shares how he fell back in love with gaming in 2018 through Tomb Raider and got into streaming.

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    41 mins
  • Episode 65: What Happened to Competitive Esports Games? | Fireside Gamer’s Stories ft. Alec "AMD" Druggan
    May 7 2025

    🔥 Are Competitive Esports Games Dying? Let’s Talk About It! 🎮💭In this episode of Fireside Gamer’s Stories, I, Arturs, sit down with Alec "AMD" Druggan as we dive into the world of esports while playing Marvel Rivals! 🦸‍♂️⚡We discuss:🎯 What’s happening to competitive esports games today?📉 The decline of certain games in the pro scene💰 Are developers moving away from esports-focused titles?🏆 What’s next for the future of competitive gaming?

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    40 mins
  • Episode 64: From Brooklyn to Dubai: Marvin ‘M3’ Scott’s Counter-Strike Journey!
    Apr 30 2025

    🔥 Fireside Gamer’s Stories - Featuring Marvin ‘M3’ Scott! 🔥In this episode, we sit down with Marvin Scott (IG: @mscott.jpg), a rising star in the Counter-Strike 2 scene who just secured a tournament win at BrookLAN in Brooklyn, NY! 🎮🏆We talk about:✅ How he got started in CS2 at 14✅ His recent victory and what it means to him✅ The $500K - $1M prize pool tournament in Dubai he’s preparing for✅ The lack of CS2 competitions in NYC and what needs to change✅ The future of esports and where he sees himself nextDon’t miss this exclusive inside look at one of NYC’s top Counter-Strike players on his journey to international esports glory!📢 Subscribe & Hit the Bell to never miss an episode of Fireside Gamer’s Stories! 🔥🎙️#CounterStrike2 #Esports #FiresideGamersStories #BrookLAN #DubaiEsports #CompetitiveGaming #CS2 #GamingPodcast

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    38 mins
  • Episode 63: Beyond the Game - Samuel’s NBA 2K Skills, Gaming Origins, and Vision for Esports
    Nov 8 2024

    This podcast episode of Fireside Gamers Stories features a conversation between the host, Mr. Long Island, and guest Samuel, a gamer from Long Island. Samuel discusses his gaming preferences, experiences, and thoughts on various video games. He identifies himself as both a casual and competitive gamer, with a particular focus on NBA 2K. Samuel shares his journey into gaming, starting with Nintendo and progressing through various consoles to his current Xbox Series X. He emphasizes his preference for multiplayer games that allow him to connect with friends across the country. The conversation covers several popular games, including NBA 2K, Call of Duty, and Batman: Arkham City. Samuel provides insights into the mechanics of NBA 2K, discussing different game modes and the challenges of online play. He also touches on the potential of video games to impact society beyond entertainment, citing examples such as professional gamers and educational opportunities in esports. The discussion concludes with Samuel sharing his ideal gaming setup and his other professional pursuits in music and entrepreneurship.

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    41 mins
  • Episode 62: Can Gaming and Wellness Go Hand in Hand? Linessa’s Story
    Oct 26 2024

    In this episode of Fireside Gamers Stories, we chat with Linessa, owner of Red Lavender Massage Therapy P.C., whose love for Tekken and Nintendo's Duck Hunt dates back to her childhood, thanks to her older brother’s introduction to gaming. Now a black belt and fitness enthusiast, Linessa shares how she balances gaming with her active lifestyle, from the gym to Comic-Con and karaoke nights. She reflects on how gaming connects people, provides relaxation, and even has real-world applications. Join us as we dive into her passion for gaming, her commitment to wellness, and how she brings it all together in her life!

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    38 mins
  • Episode 61: Patrick’s Cyberpunk Adventures and Game Creation Dreams
    Oct 14 2024

    Fireside Gamers Stories: Patrick’s Cyberpunk Adventures and Game Creation Dreams

    In this episode of Fireside Gamers Stories, we chat with Patrick, the owner of Millennial Vibez Clothing, about his passion for Cyberpunk 2077 and his most embarrassing in-game moment—getting shot through a vending machine! With a background in coding and technology, Patrick shares his love for RPGs and his dream of creating a game that blends Cyberpunk 2077 with Baldur's Gate 3. We also dive into how gaming influences life outside the screen and its broader impact on the world. Tune in for laughs, insights, and a look into the mind of a gamer with big ideas!

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    36 mins
  • Episode 60: Leaving the 9-to-5 for Gaming Entrepreneurship: Delano’s Smash Bros Story
    Oct 10 2024

    In this episode of Fireside Gamers Stories, we sit down with Delano, owner of Tempared Steam Gaming Truck, to dive into his journey from corporate life to living his dream as a gaming business owner. We explore his deep love for Super Smash Bros Ultimate, starting from the first game in the series to today, and hear the heartwarming story of how gaming brought him and his wife closer together. Plus, Delano opens up about how gaming serves as his go-to stress reliever and so much more. Don't miss this inspiring and relatable gamer story!

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    44 mins
  • Episode 59: #Fireside - Ray Reveals His Favorite Mortal Kombat Character and Why!
    Sep 30 2024

    🎙️ LIGL Fireside Podcast: Mortal Kombat Memories with Ray 🎮 In this episode of the LIGL Fireside Podcast, we sit down with Ray for a nostalgic trip down memory lane as we explore his deep love for Mortal Kombat. From his first introduction to the iconic fighting game with his cousin, to the crushing defeat at the hands of a close friend during epic home battles, Ray shares how Mortal Kombat became a part of his life. But we don’t stop there! Ray dives into the Mortal Kombat movies, revealing what he loved and didn’t love about the cinematic adaptations. Plus, we have some fun imagining Ray as his own Mortal Kombat character – complete with a unique Fatality involving his GMC truck wiping out his opponents in brutal fashion. 🚗💥 This conversation is as raw and real as it gets, full of organic, natural moments as Ray reflects on why Mortal Kombat holds such a special place in his heart. If you're a fan of the game, you won’t want to miss this episode! 🔔 Tune in now for epic Mortal Kombat stories, laughs, and plenty of nostalgia.

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    47 mins