Video Gamin' with KSpadeTheProspect

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11/01/22 • 33 min

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Video games aren't just for entertainment anymore. "I think we have possibilities with Haptic feedback and controllers that is going to make some big changes to accessibility."

KSpadeTheProspect is a game designer at EA Sports who was diagnosed with ADHD. He talks about how growing up, he and his siblings would play video games together. He also talks about how video games have evolved over the years, and we even discuss how they can be used to treat ADHD. In this episode, you will learn the following: 1. How has the role of YouTube changed the gaming industry? 2. What are the next steps for accessible gaming? 3. How can playing video games help with focus and attention? Where to find KSpadeTheProspect:

https://twitter.com/kspade64

https://instagram.com/kspadetheprospect?igshid=ZjA0NjI3M2I=

https://twitch.tv/kspadetheprospect

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Video games aren't just for entertainment anymore. "I think we have possibilities with Haptic feedback and controllers that is going to make some big changes to accessibility."

https://twitter.com/kspade64

https://instagram.com/kspadetheprospect?igshid=ZjA0NjI3M2I=

https://twitch.tv/kspadetheprospect

If you loved this episode, shoot us an email and tell us how you feel. You can reach me at [email protected].

To get an email alert for new episodes and special extras, head to blackgirllostkeys.com/podcastsignup

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Talking ADHD in Our Families with KSpadeTheProspect

KSpadeTheProspect is a game designer for EA Sports. He has been in the industry for four years and is known for his work as a Twitch streamer. He's also our producer's older brother, AND he's here to talk ADHD.

In this episode, you will learn the following: 1. How KSpadeTheProspect became a game designer without a traditional college degree 2. The different experiences of being diagnosed with ADHD at a young age versus later in life 3. The challenges and benefits of managing ADHD

Where to find KSpadeTheProspect:

https://twitter.com/kspade64

https://instagram.com/kspadetheprospect?igshid=ZjA0NjI3M2I=

https://twitch.tv/kspadetheprospect

If you loved this episode, shoot us an email and tell us how you feel. You can reach me at [email protected].

To get an email alert for new episodes and special extras, head to blackgirllostkeys.com/podcastsignup

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