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August 29, 2025 55 mins

Keywords

podcasting, learning and development, gamification, augmented reality, storytelling, social connections, personal growth, fictional podcasts, community, engagement

 

Summary

In this engaging conversation, David Kolmer and Betty Dannewitz explore the themes of purpose, podcasting, and the intersection of games, play, and learning. Betty shares her journey of discovering her glorious purpose in helping others and how it led her to podcasting. They discuss the importance of social connections, the role of augmented reality in learning, and the impact of fictional podcasts on storytelling. The conversation also delves into the mechanics of games and how they can enhance learning experiences, culminating in a reflection on synchronicity and the connections formed through shared experiences.

 

Takeaways

Helping others is a core purpose.

Finding joy in work makes itfulfilling.

Social connections enhance our experiences.

Understanding GAMELAYER types canimprove engagement.

Fictional podcasts can igniteimagination.

Storytelling is a powerful tool inlearning.

Games can be used to gamifylearning.

Synchronicity connects ourexperiences.

Building community is essentialfor growth.

Friendships formed through shared interests are valuable.

 

Alternate Metaverse Titles

Unlocking Your Glorious Purpose

The Journey of Podcasting

 

Sound bites

"I'm 87% socializer."

"Why do we create content?"

"We love the hero'sjourney."

 

 

Chapters

00:00 Finding Your Glorious Purpose

02:42 The Journey to Helping Others

05:37 Understanding Game Player Types

08:31 The Impact of Online Criticism

11:26 The Birth of a Podcast

14:30 The Power of Conversation

17:12 Games as a Social Connector

18:53 Augmented Reality in Learning and Development

21:19 Exploring Fictional Podcasts

24:01 Nostalgia and Storytelling

26:41 The Public Radio Alliance and Story Connections

28:42 Character Development in Sequels

30:56 Reality vs. Fiction in Storytelling

36:23 Gamifying Learning through Fictional Podcasts

38:06 Exploring the Dark Side of Horror Movies

40:01 The Humor in Horror: A Personal Take

41:05 Animal Affinities: From Ducks to Squirrels

43:09 Game Mechanics: The Joy of Yahtzee and Cards Against Humanity

48:49 Synchronicity and Connection: A Shared Experience

51:18 Finding Friendship in Unexpected Places

 

GAMELAYER RADIO is found wherever you get your podcasts. Transcripts and swag at Gamelayer.fm Theme Music by Caleb Willitz. calebwillitz.com/ calebwillitz.bandcamp.com/music

Found Sound onthe "domain of play" borrowed from Balance in the Spiritual Life Dharma talk by Sr. Trai Nghiem https://youtu.be/yZag9LOp7uc?si=T2Qyfc-4y-XJoSOz&t=3301⁠
Interlude Music

Ankle Roll www.pandabeatsmusic.com

Sugi No Osugi www.pandabeatsmusic.com


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