"We explore the multibillion-dollar world of gaming and e-sports. Gaming has evolved into both a global sport and a cultural force. Yet it is not without challenges concerns over mental health and addiction continue to fuel debate. So what does gaming really reveal about the way we play, compete, and connect?"
"Presenter: Stefanie Dekker Guests: Maryam Maher Professional e-sports player, Team Falcons Nick Ballou PhD researcher, Oxford Internet Institute Martina Qin Cofounder, Qloud Games"
Gaming and e-sports constitute a multibillion-dollar global industry that functions as both a competitive sport and a cultural force. Professional players, academic researchers, and industry founders offer perspectives spanning competition, research, and business innovation. Rapid expansion creates career opportunities, community formation, spectator culture, and technological development across platforms. Growth also produces challenges, especially concerns about mental health and addictive behaviors that draw public and scientific scrutiny. Effective responses involve examining how play, competition, connection, platform design, governance, and support systems interact. Evidence-based interventions and responsible industry practices can help balance benefits and risks for players and audiences.
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