Your hosts David Spira & Peih-Gee Law explore immersive gaming from all angles. Our guests have made awesome stuff: ARGs, puzzle hunts, tabletop games, and of course, escape rooms. Our aim is to bring together different segments of the gaming world and share ideas between them.
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The biggest battle anyone with a sales and marketing message faces today is for the time and attention of their audience. It has never been easier to reach large numbers of people with our marketing and messaging, and never more difficult to actually connect with them. On top of that, research shows 93% of what people think of us, our ideas, our messages, our products, etc., is determined in the first 3 seconds of an engagement or interaction. We'll show you how to make the most of that prec ...
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In this podcast, we talk with people from California's Central Valley about culture, politics, education, news, business, faith, family, and tradition.
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Hillbilly House, the electronic dance duo from Connecticut AKA the Two Hillbillies "Rich Dittman and Tim Costa" from the radio station WWUH, faithfully pumped out the sounds of New York, Chicago House and Detroit Techno in the late 80’s til the mid 90’s. They were critically involved with breaking new music in CT while collaborating with the local Club Riot in Hartford. The label released tracks from artists Laurent X, Mark Imperial, Mark Summers, Aqua Regia, Ed Crosby and Grey House, Piano ...
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Angel Planells MS, RDN is a Seattle-based Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and National Media Spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics located in Seattle, Washington, USA
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Two young and passionate firefighters invite experienced and respected members of the fire service from around the country to ask the questions this new young generation of firefighters wants to know.
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Stroke is a life changing event, but despite this there can be a great life after stroke too. In this podcast, hear from stroke survivors and medical specialists about how to be STRONGER after stroke! We will cover hard to discuss topics, from gender norms and sex after stroke, as well as listen to survivor journeys as they navigate their life after stroke. Presented by the Norton Neuroscience Institute Comprehensive Stroke Center and Resource Center.
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Globetrotting and mind exploring comedian Shane Mauss interviews scientists each week on journey to answer the biggest questions about the meanings of life (as well as a bunch of other random stuff you never imagined you would care about). Favorite topics include: psychology, biology, evolution, cognitive biases, behavioral economics, mating, animal behavior, neuroscience, and the subconscious
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I recently spoke with Nathan Magsig, a member of the Fresno County Board of Supervisors. We spoke about his career in local politics, and major issues facing the board including homelessness, forest management, water supply, and controversies at local libraries.By The Central Valley Dispatch Podcast
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Join the NDOT crew and Cory Asimus as we discuss dedication and passion for the job, training, and lifeBy Bryce & Brennan
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REPOD Bonus Show: Michael Borys (Special Release)
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In celebration of RECON LA, we are releasing our Bonus Show with Michael Borys. We hope that you enjoy and consider subscribing. https://www.patreon.com/roomescapeartist In this episode, David & Peih-Gee were joined by guest Michael Borys, creator of The 49 Boxes. David share stories about his own pool hustling days and educates everyone on how to …
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Cognitive Rehab After Stroke: Interview With Anne Blandford, Speech-Language Pathologist
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Episode 21 Cognitive Rehab After Stroke: Interview With Anne Blandford, Speech-Language Pathologist Rosa Hart, BSN, R.N., SCRN, talks with Anne Blandford, SLPD, CCC/SLP, about the crucial role that speech therapy plays in stroke recovery. Anne explains the broad scope of her work, which includes helping stroke survivors with speech, cognitive proce…
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Hillbilly House_Freedom is House_Quark Radio Mix
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Playlist quark radio freedom is house 1. Sasha & super flu-Astra 2. Made by pete- horizon red 3. Black coffee-stimela 4. Black coffee-inkodlo kamashimane 5. Sister pearl-bang the drum 6. DJeff-celebration 7. Boddhi stava-big theme 8. Boddhi stava-brias offering 9. Oumou sang are-ngnari konon 10. Tamara wellons-behind the veil 11. Lil louis-i called…
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Join the NDOT crew and their great friend and mentor Jeremy Sanders as he comes back for a second episode!By Bryce & Brennan
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"Why is there blacklight from the killer helping me?" We groggily wake up in a dingy bathroom. It's creepy and dark with an ominous sense of dread. Our kidnapper comes on the screen and explains what will happen to us. "I am also an escape room enthusiast and a horror fanatic. Therefore, I built a horror themed escape room. You are about to experie…
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I recent spoke with George Petersen, principal of Liberty Elementary School in Fresno. In 2019, George was one of only 10 principals in the entire United States to receive the Terrell H. Bell award. We talked about George’s family fleeing communist Russia, his Fresno State football and NFL career, and what makes Liberty Elementary so effective.…
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Leaked! Spoilers Club: Sleep No More – Part 1
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To sleep, perchance to dream… Sleep No More, the seminal immersive theater piece from Punchdrunk, has inspired countless immersive creators, including Haley and Cameron Cooper of Strange Bird Immersive. Haley and Cameron make no secret that it has heavily influenced their acclaimed escape room The Man From Beyond. When we heard that Punchdrunk woul…
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NDOT Episode #22 W/ David Schaefer-Walker
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Join the NDOT crew and David Schaefer-Walker of JobTown Graphics as we discuss passion and recruitment!By Bryce & Brennan
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REPOD Season 7 Key Moments, Editor’s Choice by Steve Ewing
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There's a reason Los Angeles is known as the City of Dreams. It's a town populated with dreamers and makers. They concoct fantasy worlds filled with quirky characters, dashing heroes, and tormented villains. Oftentimes, the backdrop of Southern California serves as inspiration itself, with its wide sandy beaches, snowy mountaintops, and the desolat…
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Interview With Langston Gaither, Caregiver for Stroke Survivor
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Episode 20 Interview With Langston Gaither, Caregiver for Stroke Survivor Langston Gaither shares the experience of his young wife’s stroke and their family’s journey through recovery. Langston and Rosa discuss the importance of community connections, support from loved ones and resources that have helped them move forward. Connect with Norton Neur…
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Join the NDOT crew and their very own Captain Shit Bag as we discuss training and crew culture!By Bryce & Brennan
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The Wicker Plan – David & Peih-Gee on The Infinite Escape Room
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In April, David and Peih-Gee were guests for two episodes of The Infinite Escape Room, a comedy puzzle show where a group of pals sit down, have a drink, and work together to solve an audio escape room. This time around, they needed to escape a giant, flaming wicker man, and all sorts of silliness ensued. The game episode is now available on the Re…
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Join the NDOT crew and their former instructor and mentor Garrett Gee as we discuss education and the tech schools!By Bryce & Brennan
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Hillbilly House Tim Costa_ Deep, Detroit, Latin, Afro house mix
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Hillbilly House Tim Costa_ Deep, Detroit, Latin, Afro house mix by Tim CostaBy Tim Costa
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Episode 19 Visual Changes After Stroke Hear two different perspectives about visual changes after stroke. First hear from stroke survivor Christine Cosby-Gaither as she shares her personal experience having a stroke that left her blind and how she regained her eyesight through vision rehabilitation. Her journey has inspired her to launch a nonprofi…
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Join the NDOT crew and David Pruitt as we discuss outside training and chasing some great rabbits!By Bryce & Brennan
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S7E12 Bonus After-Show Teaser: Hatch Escapes
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We're sharing a little bit of our Patreon exclusive Bonus Show from S7E12 with Tommy Wallach and Terry Pettigrew-Rolapp of Hatch Escape. In this clip, Terry talks about the qualities that intrigue him the most when playing Escape Rooms and how Immersia and Escaparium, located in Montreal, Canada, fit the bill. Listen to the rest of the Bonus Show n…
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S7E12 - Dreaming & Betting Big: Terry Pettigrew-Rolapp & Tommy Wallach of Hatch Escapes
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"Where Terry and I live is between games and theater." If you ask any escape room enthusiast to recommend a must-play game in Los Angeles, you'll hear about Lab Rat. When it first opened in 2018, it was ranked #8 in the world on the TERPECA list. It has maintained a ranking in the top 100 games ever since, which is no small feat. Hatch Escapes' hig…
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I recently spoke to local mixed martial arts fighter, Jose Avalos. We spoke about his upbringing in the Central Valley, his fighting career, and his work teaching self-defense to the local youth. https://www.tapology.com/fightcenter/fighters/148455-jose-avalosBy Central Valley Dispatch Podcast
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THS Ep 31 - Dr. David Gee & Dr. Ethan Bergman
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Episode 31 features David Gee PhD, and Ethan Bergman PhD, RDNToday is a day to celebrate 2 nutrition stalwarts in Washington State, as we celebrate the retirement of Dr. David Gee (43 years at Central Washington University) and Dr. Ethan Bergman RDN (38 years at Central Washington University). Both have been influential on a state and national leve…
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S7E11 Bonus After-Show Teaser: The Great Lore Debate
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We're sharing a little bit of our Patreon exclusive Bonus show from S7E11 with Noah Nelson of No Proscenium. In this clip, Noah and David discussed the exposition dump and why writers should prioritize the audience's relationship with the characters first and foremost. Listen to the rest of the Bonus Show now by becoming a patron today at patreon.c…
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Join the NDOT crew and the infamous Taylor of Taylor's Tins as we discuss building a culture in any job and selling cups, LOTS of cups.By Bryce & Brennan
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S7E11 - Everything Immersive: Noah Nelson of No Proscenium
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“I have irrational exuberance about the future of immersive.” Whether you work in the immersive theater space, or have more than a passing interest in the immersive arts, chances are you’ve seen Noah Nelson at an immersive event, or listened to his coverage of it on the No Proscenium podcast. Or maybe you’ve read about it on their weekly newsletter…
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Spoilers Club: Stay in the Dark Part 1 Preview
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This is a teaser from this month's Spoilers Club. David Spira & Peih-Gee Law take a deep dive into iconic or impactful escape rooms. The creators join us to share exclusive behind the scenes, commentary and insights about their games. This month explored Stay in the Dark; a remarkably enormous game of cat and mouse played through a five story aband…
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We're sharing a little bit of our Patreon exclusive Bonus show from S7E10. In this clip. David and Lee-Fay Low discuss the art of crafting a great convention talk and what they look for in speakers at RECON. Listen to the rest of the Bonus Show now by becoming a patron today at patreon.com/roomescapeartist and to gain to access our library of over …
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S7E10 - Unlocking the Secrets of RECON LA with Lee-Fay Low and Theresa Wagner
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“It's remarkable what happens when you stop practicing and spend a little bit of time teaching people.“ Do you own an escape room? Do you have a skillset that applies to immersive gaming experiences, such as game designer, prop maker, or tech expert? Are you an aspiring escape room creator? Are you an escape room enthusiast looking to take a deep d…
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I recently spoke with David Tangipa, a candidate for California Assembly District 8. We discussed his vision for the Central Valley and the state of the California GOP. https://www.davidtangipaforassembly.com/By Central Valley Dispatch Podcast
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From Athlete to Stroke Survivor: An Interview with Vickie Foster
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Episode 18 From Athlete to Stroke Survivor: An Interview with Vickie Foster Vickie Foster shares her story with Norton Neuroscience Institute stroke patient navigator, Rosa Hart, R.N. Vickie is a remarkable young woman whose journey from being a dedicated CrossFit athlete to facing the unexpected challenge of a stroke is nothing short of inspiring.…
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We're sharing a little bit of our Patreon exclusive Bonus show from S7E9. In this clip, co-host Peih-Gee Law talks about rat park, a psychological experiment run by Dr. Bruce Alexander in the seventies, and the impact of creating connections through play. Listen to the rest of the Bonus Show now by becoming a patron today at patreon.com/roomescapea…
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Join the NDOT crew and Jeffrey Eckert as we talk learning and owning mistakes in the fire serviceBy Bryce & Brennan
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S7E9 - Captain of Heartfelt Shenanigans: Andy Crocker, Immersive Performance Director
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"I think being silly is really important." Playing pretend together is powerful stuff, and Andy Crocker knows this better than anyone. If you’ve experienced heartfelt shenanigans at Ghost Town Alive, or exchanged thrilling secrets in the engineering room aboard Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser, chances are you’ve come across Andy’s work. As an Immers…
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We're sharing a little bit of our Patreon exclusive Bonus show from S7E8. In this clip, co-hosts David Spira and Peih-Gee Law talk about Activate and Time Mission, which are both different types of challenge arcades. Listen to the rest of the Bonus Show now by becoming a patron today at patreon.com/roomescapeartist and to gain to access our library…
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REPOD S7E8 - Influential and Experimental: Luke & Madison Rhoades of Cross Roads Escape Games
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“We always want to make something that we haven't seen before.” There are few companies who have been as influential in the escape room scene as Cross Roads Escape Games. Not only are all their games highly polished with brilliant puzzles, gorgeous sets, and fun interactions, they’re also creatively experimental. The owners, Luke and Madison Rhoade…
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Hillbilly House Tim Costa Chicago Deep house Afro
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Hillbilly House Tim Costa Chicago Deep house Afro by Tim CostaBy Tim Costa
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We're sharing a little bit of our Patreon exclusive Bonus show from S7E7 with Michael Borys, creators of The 49 Boxes. In this clip. Michael tells us the story behind one of his most prized possessions and interactive sculptural Van Gogh head. Listen to the rest of the Bonus Show now by becoming a patron today at patreon.com/roomescapeartist and to…
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REPOD S7E7 - Game Design is Magic: Michael Borys of The 49 Boxes
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"There's absolutely no difference between Magic and the Magical." We shuffle slowly into the basement, careful not to bump into anything. This is harder than seems, because everywhere we turn, there are boxes and objects. Collections of items are spotlit, dust motes dancing in the air. Curious, we split up and start exploring. In one hidden nook, t…
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S7E6 Bonus After-Show Teaser: Confusion Escapes
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We're sharing a little bit of our Patreon exclusive Bonus show from S7E6 with Al and Stacy Delcome, creators of Confusion Escapes in San Bernardino, California. In this clip, Peih-Gee talks about playing her first jubensha, the larp-like murder mystery experience popularized in China. Content Warning: Please be warned that this segment does discuss…
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NDOT Episode #16 W/ Ryan Cummings, Alex Coday, & Kristian Lockridge
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Join the NDOT crew and Ryan, Alex, and special guest Kristian as we discuss search, and the Vikctim Drag Strap!By Bryce & Brennan
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REPOD S7E6 - Engineering Fun: Al & Stacy Delcome of Confusion Escapes
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"A delightful dream world" Imagine walking up to the lobby of an escape room, only to be confronted by an enormous semi-truck that has smashed through one of the walls. Maybe you’re climbing up a massive, sprawling tree and ducking into the treehouse of your childhood dreams. Local favorite Confusion Escapes engineer all their games to maximize fun…
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S7E5 Bonus After-Show Teaser: Wild Heart Ranch
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We're sharing a little bit of our Patreon exclusive Bonus show from S7E5 with Blake Hodges-Koch & Thomas Meston, creators of Wild Heart Ranch outside of Joshua Tree, California. In this clip, we talk about Blake & Thomas' initial fear of seasoned escape room players finding Wild Heart Ranch and why David loving refers to a group of escape room play…
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REPOD S7E5 - The Secrets of Wild Heart Ranch: Blake Hodges-Koch & Thomas Meston
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“The most Myst-like experience I have had in real life” You arrive at the Airbnb, ready for a fun-filled weekend with your loved ones. The ranch is gorgeously furnished with mid-century modern touches. Outside, the desert stretches off into the distance. You wander in after a soak in the hot tub and find a little piece of paper that says "Start Her…
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Mediterranean Diet for Any Budget: Interview With Deborah Eck, Registered Dietitian
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Episode 17: Mediterranean Diet for Any Budget: Interview With Deborah Eck, Registered Dietitian In this episode, hear from Deborah Eck, a registered dietitian and nutritionist with over 25 years of experience. Deborah has a wealth of knowledge in both specialized nutritional care and administrative leadership, including her role as food service dir…
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S7E4 Bonus After-Show Teaser: Steal and Escape
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We're sharing a little bit of our Patreon exclusive Bonus show from S7E4 with Jason & Marketa Richard, creators of Steal and Escape in San Diego, California. In this clip, we talk about making escape room merch and making content for social media. Listen to the rest of the Bonus Show now by becoming a patron today at patreon.com/roomescapeartist an…
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Join the NDOT Crew and Bobby Eckert as we talk training and fire instructing!By Bryce & Brennan
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REPOD S7E4 - Design From the Heart with Jason & Marketa Richard of Steal and Escape
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"Our love language is building together." “High on fun” is how David introduces the games at Steal and Escape, and that’s exactly how I felt after playing their creative and unique games. From popsicles to hilarious assessment tests, and challenges that gave me Survivor PTSD, the games created by husband-and-wife team Jason and Marketa Richard are …
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We're sharing a little bit of our Patreon exclusive Bonus show from S7E3 with Brett Jackson, creator of Imagi-Ne’er-Do-Wells. Brett talks about the need to consider the guests emotional safety, and how to be considerate in your experience design. Listen to the rest of the Bonus Show now by becoming a patron today at patreon.com/roomescapeartist and…
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S7E3 - Kooky and Creative Networking: Brett Jackson, Creator of Imagi-Ne'er Do-Wells
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Your palms are sweaty, but your body is filled with exhilaration. You’re still coming down off the high of pitching your ludicrous idea on stage to a room filled with your peers. Thunderous applause, whistles, and exuberant cheers fill your ears. You walk off, clutching your squashed penny prize. An hour ago, you walked in, nervous as hell, with no…
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We're sharing a little bit of our Patreon exclusive Bonus show from S7E2 with Jared Butler, owner of Wasteland Weekend and Neotropolis. In this preview, Peih-Gee talks about some of the escape room-esque features of Neotropolis, and Jared discusses how the bars work. He also shared his dreams for the future of the event. Listen to the rest of the B…
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