The True Meaning Behind AFK And Why I Started This Podcast
09/14/23 • 24 min
Welcome to the very first electrifying AFK solo episode.
Sit back, get cozy, and join Ninja for a nostalgic trip through his gaming roots, brotherly rivalries, and wild antics of his early life. Get an exclusive glimpse into Ninja's journey and follow his rise through the ranks of classic games like Halo, H1Z1, PubG, and finally, Fortnite, where he exploded into global popularity. Ninja gives you a peek behind the curtain into how he handled this incredible growth that led to him playing with Drake, signing an Adidas shoe deal, being on Forbes Top 100 and taking the stage on Family Feud, The Masked Singer and so much more. In our "Daily Dose” segment, discover Ninja's take on trending topics like Twitter vs. Threads and Twitch vs. Kick. Then, Tyler becomes the guest, tackling a series of This or That and Rapid Fire questions where he finally explains why he's diving into audio-only podcasting and teases exciting future plans for the show.
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AFK w/ Ninja is hosted by professional streamer and gamer Tyler "Ninja" Blevins. Join Ninja twice a week as he dives into the internet and the ever changing realms of music, sports, comedy, gaming, and entertainment to uncover the latest projects and excitement brewing within these industries.
AFK w/ Ninja drops Tuesdays and Thursdays on Apple Podcasts and everywhere you get your podcast fix.
FOLLOW the Official AFK Instagram: @afkwithninja
GRAB some official #TeamNinja merch: teamninja.com
HANG with me on more socials: https://pillar.io/ninja
Produced by SALT
Executive Producers: Nick Panama, Jamie Schefman, and Noah Gersh
Creative Producer: Cameron Tagge
Associate Producer: Andre Rojas
Special Thanks: Liz LeMay and Farrah Safari
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AFK w/ Ninja is hosted by professional streamer and gamer Tyler "Ninja" Blevins. Join Ninja twice a week as he dives into the internet and the ever changing realms of music, sports, comedy, gaming, and entertainment to uncover the latest projects and excitement brewing within these industries.
AFK w/ Ninja drops Tuesdays and Thursdays on Apple Podcasts and everywhere you get your podcast fix.
FOLLOW the Official AFK Instagram: @afkwithninja
GRAB some official #TeamNinja merch: teamninja.com
HANG with me on more socials: https://pillar.io/ninja
Email the show at [email protected]
Produced by SALT
Executive Producer: Nick Panama
Creative Producer: Cameron Tagge
Associate Producer: Andre Rojas
Sound Design & Edit: Aaron Kennedy
Welcome to the very first electrifying AFK solo episode.
Sit back, get cozy, and join Ninja for a nostalgic trip through his gaming roots, brotherly rivalries, and wild antics of his early life. Get an exclusive glimpse into Ninja's journey and follow his rise through the ranks of classic games like Halo, H1Z1, PubG, and finally, Fortnite, where he exploded into global popularity. Ninja gives you a peek behind the curtain into how he handled this incredible growth that led to him playing with Drake, signing an Adidas shoe deal, being on Forbes Top 100 and taking the stage on Family Feud, The Masked Singer and so much more. In our "Daily Dose” segment, discover Ninja's take on trending topics like Twitter vs. Threads and Twitch vs. Kick. Then, Tyler becomes the guest, tackling a series of This or That and Rapid Fire questions where he finally explains why he's diving into audio-only podcasting and teases exciting future plans for the show.
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AFK w/ Ninja is hosted by professional streamer and gamer Tyler "Ninja" Blevins. Join Ninja twice a week as he dives into the internet and the ever changing realms of music, sports, comedy, gaming, and entertainment to uncover the latest projects and excitement brewing within these industries.
AFK w/ Ninja drops Tuesdays and Thursdays on Apple Podcasts and everywhere you get your podcast fix.
FOLLOW the Official AFK Instagram: @afkwithninja
GRAB some official #TeamNinja merch: teamninja.com
HANG with me on more socials: https://pillar.io/ninja
Produced by SALT
Executive Producers: Nick Panama, Jamie Schefman, and Noah Gersh
Creative Producer: Cameron Tagge
Associate Producer: Andre Rojas
Special Thanks: Liz LeMay and Farrah Safari
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AFK w/ Ninja is hosted by professional streamer and gamer Tyler "Ninja" Blevins. Join Ninja twice a week as he dives into the internet and the ever changing realms of music, sports, comedy, gaming, and entertainment to uncover the latest projects and excitement brewing within these industries.
AFK w/ Ninja drops Tuesdays and Thursdays on Apple Podcasts and everywhere you get your podcast fix.
FOLLOW the Official AFK Instagram: @afkwithninja
GRAB some official #TeamNinja merch: teamninja.com
HANG with me on more socials: https://pillar.io/ninja
Email the show at [email protected]
Produced by SALT
Executive Producer: Nick Panama
Creative Producer: Cameron Tagge
Associate Producer: Andre Rojas
Sound Design & Edit: Aaron Kennedy
Previous Episode
AFK w/ SypherPK | The Trap Tower Legend, Taking Off on YouTube, Running Away from Home & Meeting His Wife on Twitch
Welcome to the very first electrifying AFK interview episode. Today we’re joined by gaming, streaming & YouTube sensation SypherPK, also known as Ali Hassan! With 7+ million subscribers on YouTube, SypherPK is a leading force in gaming and content creation. We dive into how he devised his legendary Trap Tower which broke the internet, reminisce about our favorite childhood games Runescape and Halo, and discover how he left school & ran away from home to become a full-time streamer. Plus, you won't want to miss the story of how he met his wife on Twitch.
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AFK w/ Ninja is hosted by professional streamer and gamer Tyler "Ninja" Blevins. Join Ninja twice a week as he dives into the internet and the ever changing realms of music, sports, comedy, gaming, and entertainment to uncover the latest projects and excitement brewing within these industries.
AFK w/ Ninja drops Tuesdays and Thursdays on Apple Podcasts and everywhere you get your podcast fix.
FOLLOW the Official AFK Instagram: @afkwithninja
GRAB some official #TeamNinja merch: teamninja.com
HANG with me on more socials: https://pillar.io/ninja
Produced by SALT
Executive Producers: Nick Panama, Jamie Schefman, and Noah Gersh
Creative Producer: Cameron Tagge
Associate Producer: Andre Rojas
Special Thanks: Liz LeMay and Farrah Safari
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AFK w/ Ninja is hosted by professional streamer and gamer Tyler "Ninja" Blevins. Join Ninja twice a week as he dives into the internet and the ever changing realms of music, sports, comedy, gaming, and entertainment to uncover the latest projects and excitement brewing within these industries.
AFK w/ Ninja drops Tuesdays and Thursdays on Apple Podcasts and everywhere you get your podcast fix.
FOLLOW the Official AFK Instagram: @afkwithninja
GRAB some official #TeamNinja merch: teamninja.com
HANG with me on more socials: https://pillar.io/ninja
Email the show at [email protected]
Produced by SALT
Executive Producer: Nick Panama
Creative Producer: Cameron Tagge
Associate Producer: Andre Rojas
Sound Design & Edit: Aaron Kennedy
Next Episode
AFK w/ Matthew McConaughey | The World’s Most Famous Pickle Expert, Lessons in Finding Your Frequency, Letting His Son Join Instagram & New Children’s Book ‘Just Because’
Get ready for a star-studded episode as we gather around the virtual campfire with none other than Academy Award-winning actor, iconic Texan, and pickle aficionado, Matthew McConaughey! But today, he's not just sharing stories of Hollywood fame. No, he's taking us on a journey into the enchanting world of his debut children's book, "Just Because." This literary masterpiece celebrates life’s quirks and eccentricities like no other.
Hold on tight for tales of bee hives, life-changing lessons about meeting his wife, the reasons behind his son's Instagram debut at 15, and an abundance of heartfelt wisdom delivered with McConaughey's signature humor and charm. You're in for a wild ride with a true legend. Thank You to Matthew for joining me on AFK!
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AFK w/ Ninja is hosted by professional streamer and gamer Tyler "Ninja" Blevins. Join Ninja twice a week as he dives into the internet and the ever changing realms of music, sports, comedy, gaming, and entertainment to uncover the latest projects and excitement brewing within these industries.
AFK w/ Ninja drops Tuesdays and Thursdays on Apple Podcasts and everywhere you get your podcast fix.
FOLLOW the Official AFK Instagram: @afkwithninja
GRAB some official #TeamNinja merch: teamninja.com
HANG with me on more socials: https://pillar.io/ninja
Produced by SALT
Executive Producers: Nick Panama, Jamie Schefman, and Noah Gersh
Creative Producer: Cameron Tagge
Associate Producer: Andre Rojas
Special Thanks: Liz LeMay and Farrah Safari
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AFK w/ Ninja is hosted by professional streamer and gamer Tyler "Ninja" Blevins. Join Ninja twice a week as he dives into the internet and the ever changing realms of music, sports, comedy, gaming, and entertainment to uncover the latest projects and excitement brewing within these industries.
AFK w/ Ninja drops Tuesdays and Thursdays on Apple Podcasts and everywhere you get your podcast fix.
FOLLOW the Official AFK Instagram: @afkwithninja
GRAB some official #TeamNinja merch: teamninja.com
HANG with me on more socials: https://pillar.io/ninja
Email the show at [email protected]
Produced by SALT
Executive Producer: Nick Panama
Creative Producer: Cameron Tagge
Associate Producer: Andre Rojas
Sound Design & Edit: Aaron Kennedy
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