Welcome to the Innovative Pedagogy Podcast! Join host Chris Garcia as he chats with Max Tompkins, a seasoned esports commentator, analyst, and content creator with over five years in the industry. Max, who has worked with leading titles and major platforms like IGN, now runs Weirdo Studios and KEG Studios, where he embraces the quirks and oddities of the esports world. In this episode, Max shares his journey into esports, the art of shoutcasting, memorable projects at IGN, and his vision for the future of esports. Tune in for an insightful discussion on the impact of esports on entertainment and sports industries and learn why it's okay to be a little different.
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