GameLayer Radio
GAMELAYER Radio explores the intersection of art, games, and education, targeting creative individuals who seek to reignite their sense of play and curiosity. It aims to inspire listeners to embrace the power of action, novel experiences, and playfulness in pursuit of a fulfilling life. By fostering a mindset of continuous wonder and exploration, the show encourages adults to nurture their inner child and adopt a playful approach to learning and creativity. Each episode invites listeners to embark on a journey of discovery, emphasizing the importance of "learning-by-doing".
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Most learning fails because it stops at information. ChrisFederer makes the case for something far more powerful: designing experiences that help people learn faster, remember more, and actually change. Chris and host David Kolmer unpack why experiential learning works, how backwards design turns a vague activity into a clear transformation, and why the best communities are built around one question - what outcome are people gettin...
War games can be about more than conflict. They can be laboratories for understanding humanity. In this episode, David Kolmer sits down with Eleanor Ross - Creative Director @ExpertTheory to explore a different side of simulations and war gaming—one centered on people, perspective, empathy, and understanding.
Eleanor works in simulation and war-game design, creating immersive role-playing experiences that help participa...
214 Please Stay Human: Writing, AI, and the Magic of the Unscripted | Nicole Papaioannou Lugara, PhD
The Art and Science of Writing, Creativity, and Entrepreneurial Risk
In this episode, Nicole Papiano shares her unique journey from aspiring horse trainer to PhD in English, and then to a successful entrepreneur and instructional designer. We explore how genuine care influences writing and learning, the impact of social connection o...
What can the outdoors teach us about leadership,communication, and being present? In this episode of GAMELAYER Radio, David Kolmer speaks with Mike Dowell, Outdoor Education and Recreation Supervisor for Parkway-Rockwood Community Education and supervisor of the Babler Outdoor Education Center.
Mike shares how outdoor activities such as archery, geocaching, fishing, survival skills, and team-building challenges create powerful oppor...
Unlocking Creativity and Personal Growth with Dr. Kevin Thorn
Join us as Dr. Kevin Thorn shares his journey from military service to a multi-faceted career in training, art, and community engagement. Discover his unique approaches to creativity, stress management, and innovative teaching methods that challenge traditional thinking. This episode delves into the importance of play, the power of visual language, leveraging Lego for lea...
Mo Ash shares his journey with David Kolmer, from a UN Model United Nations participant, “MUN” or “MUN-er” [ https://www.un.org/en/mun ] to a learning designer/ Instructional Designer. Discussing the evolution of instructional design in Egypt, the Penta framework that he developed for assisting in the design of game-based learning, and the importance of community and science based choices in prof...
Guest: Dave Smiderle www.scentreservices.com
In this episode of GAMELAYER, David Kolmer talks with DaveSmiderle about game-enhanced learning, entrepreneurship, attention, creativity, and why life may be best understood as a series of side quests.
Dave brings experience as a former associate dean,consultant, recording artist, micro-farmer, and industrial-organizational psychology expert. The conversation starts with Pokémon, geocachin...
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In this engaging interview, Marnie Kunz shares her journey from a childhood filled with creative activities to founding Run Street, a vibrant community that combines running, street art, and music. Discover how her passions for art, fitness, and community building have shaped her unique brand and inspired others to enjoy active, creative lifestyles.
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Run Street, street art, community running, fitness, urban culture, ar...
Unlocking Nature, Wellness, and Solopreneurship: An Interview with Sarah Garner
In this episode, Sarah Garner shares how she built a life and business rooted in nature, wellness, and authenticity—showing it’s never too late to begin. She reflects on starting her entrepreneurial journey later in life, embracing imperfection, and letting her nomadic lifestyle shape a brand that feels true to her.
She explains how aligning y...
In this deeply thoughtful conversation, David Kolmer sits down with Edan Kertis, founder of MyQuest, to explore the intersection of learning, play, psychology, and artificial intelligence. Edan shares how a TED Talk about gaming sparked the vision for a platform that transforms traditional training into meaningful personal quests. Together, they discuss the failures and pivots of startup life, the emotional power of gamification, t...
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In this engaging conversation, Tepra Wells, founder of Tepra Marketing LLC, shares insights into her marketing agency that specializes in enhancing brands' social media presence through content creation. Tepra emphasizes the importance of collaboration with clients, ensuring they are involved in the creative process to authentically represent their brand. She discusses the tools she uses, notably her smartphone and the CapCu...
GAMELAYER Radio explores the intersection of art, games, and education,
targeting creative individuals who seek to reignite their sense of play and curiosity.
The program aims to inspire learnerss to embrace the power of action, novel experiences, and playfulness in pursuit of a fulfilling life.
By fostering a mindset of continuous wonder and exploration, the show encourages adults to nurture their inner child and adopt a playful a...
In this engaging conversation, David Kolmer interviews Casandra McCottrell, the founder of Channel Design LLC, a service aimed at helping first-time Digital Content creators launch their channels without feeling overwhelmed. Cassandra discusses the unique challenges faced by new creators, including imposter syndrome, self-doubt, and the fear of negative feedback. She emphasizes the importance of addressing these invisible barriers ...
In this engaging conversation, David Kolmer interviews Cynn Marie Anderson, the owner of Influential Impact, who shares her journey as a dance facilitator and her experiences working with notable artists like Doja Cat and SZA. Cynn Marie discusses her role in empowering students, particularly in underserved communities, by building their confidence and self-esteem through dance. She emphasizes the importance of community and word-o...
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In this engaging conversation, David Kolmer interviews Harriet Walker, the owner of Harriet's House of Soul Food and Catering, LLC. Harriet shares her journey of transforming her passion for cooking into a thriving catering business. She discusses the essence of soul food, emphasizing its role in bringing families together and creating a sense of community. Harriet refle...
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In this engaging conversation, Ja'net Renee Morgan, the owner of Graze in Grace Charcuterie LLC, shares her journey of launching a mobile charcuterie service. She discusses the various events her business caters to, from birthday parties to corporate gatherings, and expresses her excitement about expanding into teaching charcuterie workshops. Jaynet draws parallels between launching her business and leveling up in a video ga...
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In this episode, David Kolmer interviews Ronda Meriweather, the founder of Transport-U LLC, a non-emergency medical transportation service. Rhonda shares her journey of starting the business, which was inspired by her personal experiences as a caregiver for her family members who required transportation to medical appointments. She emphasizes the importance of reliable transportation for seniors and disabled individuals, hig...
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In this engaging conversation, David Kolmer interviews Destery Hildenbrand, a learning technology consultant, about the intricacies of design and technology in the context of educational tools. In this, the final episode of season 1, they discuss the challenges faced when working with emerging technologies, particularly the frustrations of coding and the creative process. Destery shares insights on how the vision for a proje...
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In this conversation, David Kolmer turns both mics over. Doc Yavelberger and Carriann Laner explore the intricate relationship between intuition and data, emphasizing the importance of balancing both in decision-making processes. The THEY discusse the challenges of interpreting data sets, particularly in the context of personal experiences and societal narratives. The conversation delves into the disruption of traditional pe...
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This conversation explores the complex relationship between intuition and data, emphasizing the importance of perspective in understanding various narratives. It discusses the role of human-centered design in the age of AI, highlighting the need to keep the human element in design processes. The dialogue also addresses the balance between efficiency and humanity in design, advocating for a thoughtful approach to innovation a...
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