Best Esports Psychology Podcasts (2025)

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How Exercise Transforms Esports Athletes | Dr. Mitch Nicholson 56:27

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In this episode of Mindclickers, we sit down with Dr. Mitchell Nicholson - Accredited Exercise Physiologist, Esports researcher, and former Australian National Hockey Team Athlete to break down the future of Esports performance and research. Mitch completed his PhD at Queensland University of Technology, exploring the physiological demands of compe…

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Radu C – Top rated Geoguessr player in the World | Inside the Mind 1:24:28

4M ago1:24:28

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In this episode of Mindclickers, I’m joined by Radu “Radu C” Casapu, the current top-ranked geoguessr player globally and champion 2025 Americas Major. As a pre 2025 World Cup insight, we unpack his rise to the top, dissecting the mindset, tactics, and consistency behind his success including strategies like journalling, flow states, and risk manag…

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From Pro Player to Caster: ProjectBloom’s GeoGuessr Journey 1:15:32

4M ago1:15:32

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In this episode of Mindclickers, I’m joined by ProjectBloom, one of the biggest voices in the world of GeoGuessr Esports. We dive into Bloom’s journey from player to caster, his reflections on the first GeoGuessr World Cup, and what it takes to prepare for LAN events. Bloom shares insights on the evolving GeoGuessr meta, the differences between EU …

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Chris "dexter" Nong - Inside the Mind of CS IGL Professional 1:05:42

4M ago1:05:42

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Dexter is one of Australia’s most accomplished CS IGLs, taking his journey from OCE to the biggest stages in EU. In this episode we dive into his mindset, leadership, tilt management, and the behind-the-scenes grind of pro CS. We cover everything from the struggles of qualifying for LANs in OCE, joining MOUZ, building confidence as an IGL, handling…

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Inside the Mind of a Geoguessr Pro | zi8gzag on Competition, Burnout & Memory Mastery 1:22:01

4M ago1:22:01

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In this episode of Mindclickers, I’m joined by zi8gzag, one of the top professional Geoguessr players in the world. We dive deep into his competitive journey, strategies for staying sharp, the mental game behind Geoguessr, and how he manages both competition and content creation. From memory palaces to tilt management, and from scrimming against th…

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Inside the Mind of an Elite Sports Psychologist | Jacqui Louder (Collingwood & Melbourne Storm) 1:00:03

5M ago1:00:03

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In this episode of Mindclickers, I’m joined by Jacqui Louder, one of Australia’s most respected sport and performance psychologists, currently working with Collingwood Football Club (AFL) and Melbourne Storm (NRL). With decades of experience in elite sports, Jacqui brings deep insight into the mental side of performance, behaviour change, team cult…

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Esports Pressure, Risk-Taking & Mental Models Explained | Christian "TrAiDoS" Staedter 1:27:22

5M ago1:27:22

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🎙️ Season 6, Episode 8 – Christian "TrAiDoS" Staedtter This week on Mindclickers, I’m joined by Christian Staedtter - lecturer, and high-performance researcher with experience across 70+ LAN events since 2011, Christian brings a rare mix of academic insight and practical understanding of elite gaming environments. We unpack psychological and enviro…

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Daniel Aivaliotis-Martinez - Founder of the FUSE Cup 57:11

5M ago57:11

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The FUSE Cup - Esports in Schools | Mindclickers Season 6, Episode 5 In this episode of Mindclickers, I’m joined by Daniel Aivaliotis-Martinez, the founder of The FUSE Cup, an international interschool Esports competition that promotes digital wellbeing, inclusion, and positive gaming behaviours among students. With over 18 years of experience in e…

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Chris Smith - Founder of BIGR AI, CMO, Creative Strategist and OCE Esports Veteran 1:20:49

5M ago1:20:49

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Chris Smith – Founder of BIGR | Ex-Pro Gamer, CMO, and Creative Strategist In this episode of Mindclickers, I’m joined by Chris Smith, a veteran of the gaming and Esports industry who has worn nearly every hat from semi-pro gamer to commentator, CMO, and founder of a multi-seven-figure marketing agency. Now, Chris is building BIGR, an AI-driven pla…

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8 Common Therapy Types 1:05:34

9M ago1:05:34

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Ever thought of how therapy is designed and looks like? Surely it can't be a one-fits-all type of thing where you just sit in a room and tell your shrink what's been bothering you, like we see on TV. That is correct because therapy can actually be interesting, and that is why this podcast episode is about all 8 common types of therapy we use here a…

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The weight of performance: How Athletes View Their Bodies 40:34

10M ago40:34

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The weight of performance: How Athletes View Their Bodies Lindsay is taking the lead on this series debut of the Body image issues in athletes podcast. Having written her thesis on this topic, Lindsay accounts her passion for it on being an athlete herself. Her experience as a competitive basketball player combined with the accumulated knowledge fr…

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The Power of Control Wheel: Abuse in Sports 38:38

10M ago38:38

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Mat and Lindsay are back with their series the Power of Control Wheel in Sports, where they discuss the sports culture and how it can be improved. Both are very passionate athletes enthusiastic about building an athletic community/society that is not detrimental to either the athletes, coaches, or parents’ mental health. In this episode, they discu…

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What is confidence? EP 2 |Pt. 3 39:46

11M ago39:46

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In continuation of the Confidence series by Mat and Kayla, this episode highlights the importance of managing our inner critic to maintain confidence. They break down practical ways to increase confidence, highlighting the importance of self-compassion. Taking us on an emotional journey most of us are familiar with, they address how our inner voice…

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Fit at any cost: Eating Disorders in Sports 25:52

11M ago25:52

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Fit at any cost: Eating Disorders in Sport For the upcoming Eating Disorder Awareness Week, which runs from February 1 to 7, these three athletes and Mindbuffs psychologists, Alex, Ana, and Lindsay, address the stigma and taboo surrounding eating disorders. All three, former or current competitors in different sports, share their experiences with s…

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New Years Resolution: Audit Your Friend Group 1:06:43

11M ago1:06:43

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Friendship and Loneliness: Why your New Year's Resolution should be a time to adapt and change your social networks! With New Year’s resolutions in mind, this episode features insights from Mindbuffs’ psychologists Mat de Moissac and Kayla Unrau to address the loneliness epidemic. They shed light on the complexities of friendships and western socie…

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What is Confidence? Ep 2 | Pt. 2 32:54

1y ago32:54

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This Week on The Mindbuffs Podcast: Join Mat and special guest Kayla, a sports psychologist, as they explore the theory of confidence and offer practical strategies to improve it. Building on the foundation of their previous episode, Mat and Kayla dive deeper into how athletes and individuals can enhance their confidence through a mix of internal a…

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What is Confidence? Ep 2 | Pt.1 50:18

1y ago50:18

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This Week on The Mindbuffs Podcast: Join Mat and special guest Kayla, a sports psychologist, as they dive into the multifaceted nature of confidence in sports. Building on their previous episode that laid the groundwork for understanding confidence, Mat and Kayla take a deeper look into what confidence really means for athletes and how they can har…

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The Power and Control Wheel: Coercion Pt 2 26:49

1+ y ago26:49

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This Week on The Mindbuffs Podcast: Join Mat and special guest Lindsay Piper, a sports psychologist and performance dynamics expert, for Part 2 of their in-depth exploration into the complex world of coercion in sports. Building on their previous discussion, Mat and Lindsay dive deeper into real-world examples of coercion and how it manifests in at…

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Business Psychology: Appreciation Pt 2 37:51

1+ y ago37:51

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This Week on The Mindbuffs Podcast: In Part 2 of our series on Business Appreciation, Mat is once again joined by Shawna Shuster, a mental performance consultant at Mindbuffs. This episode dives deeper into how businesses can create and sustain environments where employees truly feel seen and heard, even during challenging times. Shawna brings her …

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G2 Satthew - Deep Dive Into Major Winning RLCS Coach 58:06

1+ y ago58:06

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Introduction 0:00 Intro into Satthew's background at 1:20 Juggling the balance of school and RLCS 4:05 Support groups 6:20 Transition into a coaching role 7:30 Reflections about coaching 10:20 Dealing with scrim compliance 11:50 Regional differences 12:40 What makes a proper team? 15:00 Taking accountability 17:00 How to conduct yourself as a team …

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The Power and Control Wheel: Coercion Pt 1 34:03

1+ y ago34:03

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This week on The Mindbuffs Podcast: Mat is joined by special guest, Lindsay Piper, a sports psychologist and expert in performance dynamics, to delve into the often-overlooked topic of coercion and control in sports. Lindsay brings a wealth of knowledge on how power dynamics shape interactions and the profound effects they have on individuals. Mat …

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Business Psychology: Appreciation Pt 1 39:43

1+ y ago39:43

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This week on The Mindbuffs Podcast: Mat is joined by special guest Shawna Shuster, a mental performance consultant at Mindbuffs, to share their focus on enhancing workplace dynamics through appreciation. Shawna shares her extensive knowledge on the nuances of appreciation and its vital role in fostering a positive workplace culture. Both Mat and Sh…

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NickOnRL - Professional Rocket League Coach - Revisit 1:02:30

1+ y ago1:02:30

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From Digitnas to leading and building M80, to now having a new adventure within MENA, I absolutely loved sitting down with my best bud Nick to chat all things the past 2 years and catch up on his Rocket League Career. Social & Website Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mindclickers Twitter - https://twitter.com/mindclickers Twitter Personal - ht…

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Megan Dart - Executive Director of The Fringe Theatre 33:28

1+ y ago33:28

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This week on The Mindbuffs Podcast, Mat and Alex are joined by Megan Dart, the executive director at Edmonton Fringe Theatre. With the Fringe festival just around the corner, Megan shares her insights on the intersection of art and entrepreneurship, the unique spirit of the Fringe, and the importance of community in fostering creativity. From her j…

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The Power and Control Wheel: Abuse in Sports 34:31

1+ y ago34:31

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Hello friends! We have another exciting new Mindbuffs Podcast for you, live in high definition video! We are starting another new series this week, entitled the Power and Control Wheel: Abuse in Sport. This series will explore the power dynamics between coaches and athletes, using the Power and Control Wheel to show examples of this dynamic being a…

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What is Confidence? Ep 1 35:43

1+ y ago35:43

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The positive mindset and emotions that come with genuine confidence are so powerful that they can significantly alter our neurochemistry. Dozens of studies in medical journals show that confidence in one's recovery leads to accelerated and longer-lasting healing. In performance, confidence gives us a direct pathway to that sweet, sweet flow state. …

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Pride Month: Diversity and Practical Tips for Difficult Conversations 43:01

1+ y ago43:01

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If you haven't already, go back and listen to our What is the Difference Between Discomfort and Insecurity episode here! Also, before we get started, here are some important concepts we go over: - SOGIE: Sexual Orientation Gender Identity and Expression. We use this acronym as our umbrella term for the conversation - Safe space versus welcoming and…

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Accommodations and Understanding Neurodiversity at Work Pt 2 | Business and Culture Ep 7 45:34

1+ y ago45:34

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Continuing their chat about tangible accommodations for neurodiverse employees, Mat and Shawna dive into the science of neurodiversity. Are we all neurodiverse, or has social media taken over the world of medicine? This episode offers additional tools for you to use or gain a better understanding of, giving a glimpse into the mind of the neurodiver…

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Accommodations and Understanding Neurodiversity at Work Pt 1 | Business and Culture Ep 6 34:49

1+ y ago34:49

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We're really cooking now! Last week on the Podcast, Mat and Shawna had a great discussion about Neurospiciness (Neurodivergence) in the Workplace. They talked about all the different ways Neurodiversity can show up and the challenges and opportunities it brings. This week, we're getting into how employers can support their Neurospicy employees and …

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Neurospiciness in the Workplace | Business and Culture Ep 5 38:29

1+ y ago38:29

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Ready to spice things up? If you've been keeping up with social media, you know that neurodivergence (or as we like to call it, neurospiciness) is one of the hottest topics online right now. So this week on The Mindbuffs Podcast, we're starting a new series called Neurospiciness in the Workplace. Our goal is to help create inclusive work environmen…

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Inquisitive vs. Curious - When Did Curiosity Kill the Cat? | Language and Performance Ep 4 32:43

1+ y ago32:43

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You’re not going to want to miss out on this one. You might think that curiosity and inquisitiveness are the same thing, but there is a significant difference between how it feels to be on the receiving end of both of these mindsets. The goal of this week's podcast is to improve the quality of our conversations by leaning into curiosity, and away f…

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Wait…that’s normal?! | Power Differentials Ep 4 36:40

1+ y ago36:40

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In this episode, we talk about something that often gets overlooked in sports culture: the normalization of negativity. Athletes deal with injuries and intense pressure all the time, but we don't always talk about it openly. We are going to explore how this affects their mental health and performance, and why it's so important to address these issu…

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Final Burnout | Business and Culture Ep 4 45:30

1+ y ago45:30

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Mat and Shawna discuss what employers can do to help their employees prevent and/or manage burnout. From culture to government-sponsored support, there is hope even in the darkest times! If you are a leader, mentor, or have people who rely on you, check this episode out to review what you can do today to help your business and people in the future.…

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The Adventures of a Pro Hockey Player with Nick Johnson Part 4 | Faith and Flow 34:38

2y ago34:38

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No Cheat Codes: Tools and Skills to Defeat Burnout | Business and Culture Ep 3 40:02

2y ago40:02

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Explore the tangible tools during the stages of burnout. Mat and Shawna explore proactive self-care, early onset of burnout, and the dreaded "I am ready to die" levels of burnout and how to take care of you at each step. If you need some tools to address your own stage of burnout then this episode is for you! Let’s all admit we are human and work o…

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The Adventures of a Pro Hockey Player with Nick Johnson Part 3 | The Annoying Inner Critic 32:06

2y ago32:06

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This episode is either going to make you feel a lot better, or a lot worse about yourself. The reality is that even as sports psychologists who know all the tricks, all the tools, and all of the science, we still have to battle with those annoying inner critics. Critics are pluralized because it's actually several different parts of self that give …

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Me, Myself, and My Thoughts: Rumination vs. Processing | Language and Performance Ep 3 31:21

2y ago31:21

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Have you ever tried to think about how to “solve” a problem, but instead, you end up feeling worse off than when you started? If your inner voice becomes repetitive and narrows to only negative conclusions, folks, we have entered the land of rumination. This podcast explores how rumination or its more adaptive counterpart, emotional processing, may…

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The Coach-Athlete Relationship | Power Differentials Ep 3 36:20

2y ago36:20

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In this episode, we unravel the intricate dynamics of the coach-athlete relationship and discuss the difference between intent and impact. Learn how fostering healthy relationships is not just essential for wins on the court, but how it can shape athletes’ lives beyond their sporting careers. Tune in for an insightful discussion on the unseen influ…

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Is it me? Am I the Drama? Internal vs. External Locus of Control | Language and Performance Ep 2 33:05

2y ago33:05

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We lost because of the Ref tonight - We lost the contract because we didn’t learn enough about our client. How much control do you believe you have over your success? Your performance and its outcome can be seen as your responsibility entirely, a result of outside forces, or somewhere in between. Where on the spectrum of Locus of Control do you lie…

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Burnout and Its Many Faces | Business and Culture Ep 2 35:35

2y ago35:35

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Episode 2 of the burnout series brings us face to face with how burnout happens and what ways it can impact us beyond just being “overworked”. We explore burnout types and how it expresses itself in sneaky ways. We squash common myths about motivation and discuss how expectations can lead us down unexpected paths.…

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The Adventures of a Pro Hockey Player with Nick Johnson Part 2 | Purpose and Identity Ep 2 38:21

2y ago38:21

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During part 2 of this conversation, Nick and Mat discuss the conundrum of one’s fixed identity within sport and how it impacts a player’s progression through competitive sports. There are a million books on “how to be successful” written by millionaires and famous people who completely leave out the two most important variables: Who you know and wh…

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The Culture of Silence in Coach-Athlete Relationships Part 2 Ep 2 34:09

2y ago34:09

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In the world of sports, power differentials between athletes and coaches represent a complicated interplay that significantly influences the dynamics both on and off the field. This episode delves into the multifaceted layers of these relationships, examining the power dynamics of different coaching styles and exploring common examples of power str…

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The Culture of Silence in Coach-Athlete Relationships | Power Differentials Ep 1 39:32

2y ago39:32

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In this episode, we unpack how a culture of silence can impact personal mental health and collective performance. From locker rooms to boardrooms, athletes and professionals often grapple with an atmosphere of fear that discourages open dialogue around critical issues. In this episode we discuss the impact of maintaining silence, both on the well-b…

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The Adventures of a Pro Hockey Player with Nick Johnson Part 1 | Purpose and Identity Ep 1 35:44

2y ago35:44

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There isn’t a lot of room for individuality in elite-level sports, especially in team sports. Just think back to hockey night in Canada with Don Cherry and how with every segment he would show clips of “good ole hockey boys” with his iconic thumbs up while scoffing at goal celebrations from the likes of Ovechkin and Subban. Every culture, regardles…

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Burnout is Real, and it Takes No Prisoners | Business and Culture Ep 1 35:56

2y ago35:56

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In business and life, we often hear the term “burnout” used to describe the tired employee and employer in the workforce. As this buzzword makes its way into our daily language, we discuss the importance of taking it seriously because it will seriously take you. With hustle culture, expectations, and a post-covid world, we begin our deep-dive explo…

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Daily Double: What is the difference between discomfort and insecurity? | Language and Performance Ep 1 35:43

2y ago35:43

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The feeling of discomfort can show up in many ways; a churning stomach, a sense of heightened awareness, or a general feeling of unease. Maybe this feeling shows up when you enter a room of unfamiliar faces, a boardroom of the “weekly culprits”, or your not-so-favourite “see you at the holidays” family members. The feeling of being uncomfortable or…

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WoW cutting-edge raid UI distractions, losing momentum, and ADHD athletes 🎮 AskWeldon 283 37:01

2y ago37:01

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Trailer: The Mindbuffs Podcast 1:03

2+ y ago1:03

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By combining the latest research with quality conversation, The Mindbuffs Podcast is for people who want to get the most out of their lives, without burning out. We debunk unhealthy examples of high performance living and teach you how to master your mind. — Contact Mat de Moissac | Mindbuffs: Website: Mindbuffs.com Instagram: @Mindbuffs Facebook: …

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Nicholas Stephanides - Esports Partnerships and Operations Insights 43:50

3y ago43:50

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We are back bigger than ever with an exciting season of Mindclickers. We have some super special guests back in the spotlight, which I am super keen to share and provide some insights from some of the best individuals within Esports. In the following episode I sat down with previous Renegades Partnerships Manager for OCE/APAC Carti, who is now work…

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Quadrant Snaski - Ex Professional RLCS Player turned Coach 1:21:58

3y ago1:21:58

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Season 4 Episode 1. We are back bigger than ever with an exciting season of Mindclickers. We have some super special guests back in the spotlight, which I am super keen to share and provide some insights from some of the best individuals within Esports. In the following episode I sat down with previous RLCS Professional player Snaski, who is now co…