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TheWatch

MG has always been a vocal advocate when it comes to tackling the systemic problem of toxicity in the gaming community. Alongside creative agency Leo Burnett Toronto, we have created a phenomenal initiative called The Watch

(S03E05) - MG Podcast - WTF are NFTs

Join the Melanin Gamers in a breakdown session, in this podcast we discuss NFTs and the effects they could have on the gaming and creative industry.

(S03EP04) Jordan Calhoun Piccoli is Black - MG Podcast

The MG squad sits down and talks with Black Fae Day, a company with its heart founded in bringing diversity to, and creating Black visibility in, fantasy and creative spaces.

(S03EP03) MG Podcast – Black Fae Day – Jasmine Tuck

The MG squad sits down and talks with Black Fae Day, a company with its heart founded in bringing diversity to, and creating Black visibility in, fantasy and creative spaces.

(S03EP01) - Welcome to 2022

The first podcast of the year! For the first session we had something more laid back in mind so join us for a session about gaming, what we got up to recently, the road ahead for 2022, the challenges and events course the updates in the ever-growing gaming industry!

(S2EP09) A Session With Streamcast

The MG squad sits down and talks with Streamcast, a team of content creators and event organisers striving to change the gaming industry !

(S2 E8) – MG Trip Abroad in Ghana

The MG squad goes global, their first destination being Ghana. Come listen to the squad’s journey as they check out the gaming scene over in Ghana!

 

(S03EP02) MG Podcast S3 E2 - James K. Kaguima FinTech Board member • NED • Planning and Decisions Committee at LLDC • Ambassador at Youth Employment UK • Startups & Social Innovation

The MG squad sits down and talks with James K. Kaguima.

He is a board member at LLDC, which aims to use the creation of Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park to change the lives of people in East London and drive growth and investment in London and the UK, by developing an inspiring and innovative place where people want and can afford to live, work and visit.

(S2EP7) MG Podcast - Activision Blizzard Implosion

The Team at Melanin Gamers sit down and discuss the latest news and Activision Blizzard’s recent controversies in the workplace

Interview with Khiry Arnold creator of Khatto – Melanin Gamers Industry showcase

Khiry is the founder of Khatto a company that focuses on creating fun, unique gaming experiences that capture your interest and stimulate your imagination. To us video games are all about an amazing experience, so we’re making games to ensure you have the most memorable ones.

(S2EP6) MG Podcast - DLCs The good, The bad and the expensive - featuring OG Otaku

Melanin Gamers sits down and talks with some rising communities and discusses their stories, passion behind making their communities and where they see entertainment and new media going, with special guest Glenn Cantave, from Movers and Shakers.

(S2EP5) MG Podcast – Glenn Cantave – Movers and Shakers

Melanin Gamers sits down and talks with some rising communities and discusses their stories, passion behind making their communities and where they see entertainment and new media going, with special guest Glenn Cantave, from Movers and Shakers.

Interview with Justin of Utter Fun for the MG Industry showcase

A session with Justin of Utter Fun for the MG Industry showcase.

(S2EP4) MG Podcast – POC Communities Creating their Own Space – Blerdover bunneh3000 and Ftonerdtalk

Melanin Gamers sits down and talks with some rising communities and discusses their stories, passion behind making their communities and where they see entertainment and new media going, with special guests, Blerdover bunneh3000 and Ftonerdtalk.

Apex Legacy – Apex Season 9 Review

Apex Season 9 is called Apex Legacy and the title couldn’t be more apt for so many different reasons…

(S2E3) MG Podcast – Kugali – Hamid Ibrahim and Tolu Olowofoyeku – Creative Studio Founders

Join us in our latest podcast where we sit down with Hamid Ibrahim and Tolu Olowofoyeku, the founders of the amazing creative studio Kugali, as we discuss the experiences, tales and upcoming opportunities coming to this wonderful studio.

(S2E1) Social MG Podcast – Frobelles Yvonne and Alyssa

Join us in our session with full-stack developer, Women in Tech Evangelist, Computer Science Ph.D. Scholar @ Trinity College – Evelyn Nomayo.

 

(S2E1) Social MG Podcast – Frobelles Yvonne and Alyssa

Join us in our session with Frobelles the wonderful Mother and daughter duo, together developing apps that bring afro culture and aesthetic to the mainstream.

 

(EP13) MG Podcast – Arthell – D’ART Shtajio

Join us as we sit down with the Arthell the founder and CEO of D’ART Shtajio as we discuss their latest projects, their journey throughout the industry and their hopes for the culture.​​​

(EP07) MG Podcast – Glow Up Games (Latoya, Mitu, Tara)

Join us as we sit down with the power house, Glow up games as we discuss their latest creation, their journey throughout the industry and their hopes for the future.

Melanin Gamer of the month: Cup of Joe

Melanin Gamers is proud once again to announce our Gamer Of The Month, the fantastic Wantacup of Joe. Make sure to check out our newest article on Wantacup of Joe below.

BBC 1 Xtra FEATURE – Melanin Gamers

Jeremiah Asiamah invites us onto BBC1 Xtra, we discuss MGs aims, goals and where we make an impact in the video games industry, get a seat and listen in.

MG Top Memorable POC Anime Characters

Though the first Anime originated in Japan and is predominately created there, Anime is loved the world over and it has becoming increasingly common to portray characters of racial diversity, today MG is going to list its top POC characters.

Melanin Gamer of the month: Rey Dreconus

Melanin Gamers is proud once again to announce our Gamer Of The Month, the fantastic Rey Dreconus Make sure to check out our newest article on Rey Dreconus below.

(EP11) MG Podcast -Podcast with a pro: CuddleCore

Join us as we sit down with the legendary pro Tekken player, CuddleCore as we discuss her battles of the past and those still to come.

Podcast EP08 - Wagadu Chronicles, A breath of new life for D&D

Join us in discussing Wagadu Chronicles, a new and original African based D&D game.

Podcast EP11: MG Squad – Remembering The King – Chadwick Boseman

The squad reflects on the life and tales of Chadwick Boseman.

Gamer Of The Month: BrownSugar!

Melanin Gamers is proud once again to announce our Gamer Of The Month, the fantastic BrownSugar!! Make sure to check out our newest article on BrownSugar! below.

Podcast EP10: MG Squad – Shift in voice acting, a Step Down in the Right Direction?

The MG squad returns to break down each segment and discuss where the industry is heading.

Shift in voice acting, a Step Down in the Right Direction?

The Black Lives Matter has been a tour de force that has swept across the entire world. Various industries are re-examining their privilege and how to be more culturally aware moving forward.

Self-care with Videogames in Lockdown

In light of our current circumstances video games can become the way we connect again, find out helpful ways to keep yourself balanced & maintain yourself during these trying times.

MG Showcase: Adam Kareem - Protodroid: deLTA!

Join us for the next Melanin Gamers podcast instalment with Adam Kareem, the creative powerhouse behind Protodroid: deLTA!

Gamer Of The Month: Grits Malone!

Melanin Gamers is proud once again to announce our Gamer Of The Month, the fantastic Grits Malone!! Make sure to check out our newest article on Grits Malone! below.

Gamer Of The Month: B13rdbox!

Melanin Gamers is proud once again to announce our Gamer Of The Month, the fantastic B13rdbox! Make sure to check out our newest article on Bl3rdbox below.

Podcast EP07: MG Squad - PlayStation 5 Update

The MG squad returns to break down the PlayStation 5 reveal and to talk about our favourites from the starting line up. Join us to talk fresh new games, long awaited sequels and to answer the most important question: what the actual hell is Bugsnax.

MG Showcase: Nancy Imado - Shadows Edge

Podcast & article with Nancy Imado Join our session with Nancy as we discuss the mental health app Shadows Edge.

MG Showcase: Black Movie Guess Quiz

Podcast with App developer Lamar Harris Lamar shares & talks about his new film trivia app; Black Movies Guess Quiz

MG Showcase: Interview with Aerial Powers

MG POC Spotlight piece and will focus on the WNBA Athlete Aerial Powers …

MG Top Black Memorable Video Game Characters | EP.01

In our first top 10 Melanin Gamers with help from our amazing community, count down some of our favourite people of colour in video games..

Melanin Gamers @ Gamepad Event

Melanin Gamers were honoured to be part of the Mayamada Gamepad event …

The inadequacy of change, & its portiere in media

Do I agree that we should stop “black-washing” characters in the Entertainment industry?​

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