Pixels, Purpose, and Pinch-Me Moments, with Behaving Beardly

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Saved By Gaming

ziggychris

12 episodes

6 days ago

With the power to bring people together or just help us escape the world, gaming is more than just a game. From the comforting escape of a fantasy RPG to the life-changing power of adaptive controllers, games are breaking barriers. They’re helping people cope with anxiety, find community, and even recover from trauma. Each episode we speak to developers, content creators and gamers like you and me, to discover how each of us was saved by gaming. So whether you game to unwind, to connect, or to overcome—this is the show for you. Let’s press start on this conversation!

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Pixels, Purpose, and Pinch-Me Moments, with Behaving Beardly

Saved By Gaming

31 minutes 42 seconds

3 months ago

Pixels, Purpose, and Pinch-Me Moments, with Behaving Beardly

In this episode of "Saved by Gaming," ziggychris welcomes the charismatic Twitch streamer Beardly.

Together, they dive deep into the power of gaming communities, the impact of games on mental health, and the journey from casual gamer to full-time content creator.

Beardly shares heartfelt stories about the positive influence of his community, the importance of inclusivity and accessibility in gaming, and the life-changing friendships forged online.

Expect laughs, emotional moments, and plenty of nostalgia for classic games.

Timestamps

(0:00) Welcome & Introduction

(0:35) Meet Beardly: Elevator Pitch & Early Gaming Memories

(1:22) How Gaming Changed Beardly’s Life

(3:29) Building a Positive Community on Twitch

(4:40) Handling Negativity & Setting Boundaries

(5:55) Balancing Humor and Serious Topics

(7:13) Fundraising and Charity Work

(8:05) The Power of Gaming for Connection & Mental Health

(9:15) Stories from the Community: Impactful Moments

(11:26) Gaming as an Escape & Childhood Memories