New Podcast dropping in 2024!

Welcome to the Games for Good Podcast! In this short teaser episode I share the ‘why’ of the podcast and tee up my first guest. Hit sub to this newsletter and/or head over to SUBSCRIBE on the website.

In this podcast you will find stories about people, companies, and communities who are trying to harness the power of the entertainment industry for good. Come hang out with me and special guests.

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"So I’ve wanted to do this for a pretty long time. And I think this is the moment.?

I love a good story. I know I’m not alone. I believe the story of gaming needs a new narrative. Our industry is often represented in a negative light, despite the fact that our medium has the potential to be the most powerful in reaching the masses.

I’ve been in the games industry for more than a decade now, but my origin story traces back to journalism. I was a reporter, producer, researcher. I’ve always loved storytelling. And meeting the people at the centre of those stories. I got the chance to meet people who shocked me, challenged me, and inspired me. I got to witness as people embraced their best moments, and faced down their worst. I got to see people, who despite very bad situations, remained good, and gave others hope.

There’s a voice inside all of us urging us to be better, that asks us to build bridges, that helps us make room for the greater good. Trailblazers already exist in this industry too, and I think the best way to get the rest of us started is by telling their stories. So I hope you’ll join me and special guests as we dive into this unique space of the entertainment industry.

My first guest and very good friend, is the tireless champion of change, ustwo Game Director, Jennifer Estaris. I can’t wait for the first episode. We’ll laugh, stumble, maybe recover, but most importantly we’ll get to know who she is, her work and mission, and what good means to her.?

I’m Deborah Mensah-Bonsu and this is the Games for Good podcast."