Gamers Growing UP

About Gamers Growing UP

Welcome to GGUP - Your New Favorite Podcast!! Gamers Growing UP is a brand new video podcast where each week we hangout with a guest in their favorite video game as we learn about their unique path through life and extract valuable "cheat codes" for the younger generation to help them navigate life as they transition into the working world. If you're feeling a bit lost, are looking for community or are just interested in hearing more about what life is like for other people walking a different path than you, then this is the perfect place for you! Wellness + Gaming = GGUP!!

Publisher

Gamers Growing UP

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

1 Feb 2026

Latest episode

19 May 2026

Latest episodes

15 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   19 May 2026

   GGUP #15 - Meet: Shimmer Island

   Find Shimmer Island at:https://shimmerisland.com/IG/TikTok @shimmerislandSpotify: https://bit.ly/GGUShimmerThe 15th Episode of the Gamers Growing UP Podcast (GGUP) 🎮🎙️🎮Where each week we hangout with our guest in a video game of their choosing and discuss their unique journey tackling the: 🟨Main Quests of Life🟡Building Success🟡Finding Purpose 🟡& Spreading Love 💼This week we sit down with the music artist Shimmer Island [Jeremy] to discover what life is like as a musician living between Austin, Texas & Bali, Indonesia. Listen in to hear his winding path from garage bands to big business meetings and how all of that ended up with him traveling the world to reconnect with his inner artist. Hear it all on this week's episode of GGUP!🎙️Tune in to learn the Cheat Codes to Life!! 🎮🎮0:00 Intro0:55 GGUP THEME SONG1:51 Meet: Shimmer Island4:25 Why NBA Jam?6:15 What Matters Most13:43 How to Run a Kickstarter Campaign17:27 What It Means to Be a Musician20:44 Making Money as an Independent Artist29:09 Building a Brand Online37:47 AI & The Music Industry55:35 Jeremy's Life Journey1:05:07 Video Games & Real Life Skills1:08:33 What Inspires You?1:22:05 Friendships Across a Lifetime1:23:13 Health Check-In1:28:20 What Does Fulfillment Mean to You?1:29:08 Finding Your Purpose1:29:49 Counter Spell1:37:25 Cheat Codes: Advice to Your Younger Self1:44:49 Closing Words1:47:06 Subscribe : )⬛Looking to join the Community?⚫Subscribe to the Channel & turn on notifications to never miss a new episode!🟪Check out the Channel description for links to:🟣Join the Community Discord - The GG Tavern🟣Check out the Merch Store & represent your new favorite podcast!🟣Find a sign up form to be a guest on a future episode🟣Explore the linktree to get connected to all of the other ways to stream GGUP!

2. 

   5 May 2026

   GGUP #14 - Meet The: Career Transformation Coach

   Connect with Troy Droegemueller on Instagram @getyourcareerhttps://www.instagram.com/getyourcareer or connect with him on his website https://subscribepage.io/TTVDF4 The 14th Episode of the Gamers Growing UP Podcast (GGUP) 🎮🎙️🎮Where each week we hangout with our guest in a video game of their choosing and discuss their unique journey tackling the: 🟨Main Quests of Life🟡Building Success🟡Finding Purpose 🟡& Spreading Love 💼This week we sit down with Troy Drogemuller - a Career Transformation Coach who spends his time helping others realign their lives to live more true to their inner values. If you've ever felt a bit lost in life or are working a job that you're not finding fulfilling you won't want to miss this week's episode. Hear it all on this week's episode of GGUP!🎙️Tune in to learn the Cheat Codes to Life!! 🎮🎮0:00 Intro0:35 GGUP THEME SONG1:31 Meet: Troy24:02 Troy's Career Journey38:51 Friendships & Networking44:40 STAT CHECK!47:32 Fulfillment50:40 Purpose52:30 Counter Spell1:03:14 Cheat Codes1:05:31 Subscribe : )⬛Looking to join the Community?⚫Subscribe to the Channel & turn on notifications to never miss a new episode!🟪Check out the Channel description for links to:🟣Join the Community Discord - The GG Tavern🟣Check out the Merch Store & represent your new favorite podcast!🟣Find a sign up form to be a guest on a future episode🟣Explore the linktree to get connected to all of the other ways to stream GGUP!

3. 

   28 Apr 2026

   GGUP #13 - Meet The: Entrepreneur who is SELLING COMPANIES at 26

   The 13th Episode of the Gamers Growing UP Podcast (GGUP) 🎮🎙️🎮Where each week we hangout with our guest in a video game of their choosing and discuss their unique journey tackling the: 🟨Main Quests of Life🟡Building Success🟡Finding Purpose 🟡& Spreading Love 💼This week we sit down with Shoale - a friend from Nick's past who shares his journey starting and selling companies at only 26 years old! Hear about how he got his start in Health Tech, what he thinks of the Biomedical Engineering & Computer Science Degrees he earned and some hot takes about working for Big Corporate America all on this week's episode of GGUP!🎙️Tune in to learn the Cheat Codes to Life!! 🎮🎮0:00 Intro0:37 GGUP THEME SONG1:33 Meet: Shoale7:17 Falling in Love with Physics17:50 The Exited Founder21:26 Dreams & Drive: Health Tech30:20 The Mercenary Builder49:14 Taking Risks & Betting on Yourself52:31 Breaking Into Freelancing1:00:19 The Degrees Debate1:10:53 Confidence, Breakups & Growth1:35:49 Subscribe : )⬛Looking to join the Community?⚫Subscribe to the Channel & turn on notifications to never miss a new episode!🟪Check out the Channel description for links to:🟣Join the Community Discord - The GG Tavern🟣Check out the Merch Store & represent your new favorite podcast!🟣Find a sign up form to be a guest on a future episode🟣Explore the linktree to get connected to all of the other ways to stream GGUP!

4. 

   21 Apr 2026

   GGUP #12 - Meet The: Historian Working in a Scrap Yard?

   The 12th Episode of the Gamers Growing UP Podcast (GGUP) 🎮🎙️🎮Where each week we hangout with our guest in a video game of their choosing and discuss their unique journey tackling the: 🟨Main Quests of Life🟡Building Success🟡Finding Purpose 🟡& Spreading Love 💼This week we sit down with Mark - a friend who has walked the winding path of navigating his early career and now is mapping out where he wants the next chapter to take him. Listen in to find out what life is like working in insurance, what its like to go to grad school for history and how a historian ended up finding happiness working in a Scrap & Salvage Yard!🎙️Tune in to learn the Cheat Codes to Life!! 🎮🎮0:00 Intro0:26 GGUP THEME SONG1:20 Meet: Mark4:29 The Scrap & Salvage Industry12:11 Career Goals & Next Steps13:41 Challenges & Proud Moments21:42 Compensation24:46 Job Security25:53 AI & The Future of Work32:49 College & Career Path41:45 Gaming Skills in Real Life45:50 Heroes & Inspiration48:59 Societal Pressure & Success54:09 Relationships & Friendships1:04:10 Health & Wellness1:15:47 Life Satisfaction & Purpose1:25:34 Counter Spell1:34:26 Cheat Codes1:49:21 SUBSCRIBE : )⬛Looking to join the Community?⚫Subscribe to the Channel & turn on notifications to never miss a new episode!🟪Check out the Channel description for links to:🟣Join the Community Discord - The GG Tavern🟣Check out the Merch Store & represent your new favorite podcast!🟣Find a sign up form to be a guest on a future episode🟣Explore the linktree to get connected to all of the other ways to stream GGUP!

5. 

   13 Apr 2026

   GGUP #11 - Meet The: Construction Manager Who Runs an Urbanist Book Club

   Filming this episode literally got me a job and ended a year of unemployment :) Follow your heart and your dreams ✨The 11th Episode of the Gamers Growing UP Podcast (GGUP) 🎮🎙️🎮Where each week we hangout with our guest in a video game of their choosing and discuss their unique journey tackling the: 🟨Main Quests of Life🟡Building Success🟡Finding Purpose 🟡& Spreading Love 💼This week we sit down with Caleb - a friend navigating the early chapters of his career right after a major pivot into a new side of the profession. Listen in to hear about Caleb's time in the army, stories of him & Nick in architecture school and what life is like working as a Construction Manager who runs an Urbanist Book Club. 🎙️Tune in to learn the Cheat Codes to Life!! 🎮🎮0:00 Hook0:17 GGUP THEME SONG1:12 Meet: Caleb10:13 Career Path: From Architecture to Construction Management13:58 What Does a Construction Manager Actually Do?20:22 How to Get a Job (Tips & Networking Advice)23:32 Networking as an Introvert34:22 Pay & Compensation in Architecture38:35 Caleb's Origin Story: Military, Architecture School & Health Struggles42:30 Pivotal Moments & The Venice Biennale44:07 Travel, Perspective & Why You Should Go Now58:32 Relationships & Making Friends as an Adult1:03:22 Health Bar Check-In (Out of 100)1:04:10 What Makes a Fulfilling Life?1:18:50 Counter Spell — Caleb Asks the Questions1:04:10 Cheat Codes: Advice to 17-Year-Old You1:20:40 Would You Recommend This Career?1:21:02 Subscribe : )⬛Looking to join the Community?⚫Subscribe to the Channel & turn on notifications to never miss a new episode!🟪Check out the Channel description for links to:🟣Join the Community Discord - The GG Tavern🟣Check out the Merch Store & represent your new favorite podcast!🟣Find a sign up form to be a guest on a future episode🟣Explore the linktree to get connected to all of the other ways to stream GGUP!

6. 

   7 Apr 2026

   GGUP #10 - Meet The: 5th Grade Band Teacher

   The 10th Episode of the Gamers Growing UP Podcast (GGUP) 🎮🎙️🎮Where each week we hangout with our guest in a video game of their choosing and discuss their unique journey tackling the: 🟨Main Quests of Life🟡Building Success🟡Finding Purpose 🟡& Spreading Love 💼This week we sit down with Danny - a friend navigating the early chapters of his career as he grapples with struggles of work life balance, getting established in his field and learning how to manage his own time. Listen in to find out what life is like as a Middle School Band Teacher🎙️Tune in to learn the Cheat Codes to Life!! 🎮🎮0:00 INTRO0:08 GGUP THEME SONG1:04 Meet: Danny3:02 Danny's Teaching Journey9:32 Danny's Career Successes & Challenges16:15 Danny's Path to Becoming a Teacher19:40 Danny's Mindset & Coming of Age24:45 Gamers Growing Up28:16 Danny's Relationships & Friendships31:40 Danny's Health & Wellness39:51 Cheat Codes: Advice for Future Band Teachers45:56 SUBSCRIBE : )⬛Looking to join the Community?⚫Subscribe to the Channel & turn on notifications to never miss a new episode!🟪Check out the Channel description for links to:🟣Join the Community Discord - The GG Tavern🟣Check out the Merch Store & represent your new favorite podcast!🟣Find a sign up form to be a guest on a future episode🟣Explore the linktree to get connected to all of the other ways to stream GGUP!

7. 

   30 Mar 2026

   GGUP #9 - Meet The: Game Designer Working in Healthcare?

   The 9th Episode of the Gamers Growing UP Podcast (GGUP) 🎮🎙️🎮Where each week we hangout with our guest in a video game of their choosing and discuss their unique journey tackling the: 🟨Main Quests of Life🟡Building Success🟡Finding Purpose 🟡& Spreading Love 💼This week we sit down with Tommy - a friend navigating the early chapters of his career as he struggles to find a path that truly fulfills him. Listen in to hear Tommy's winding journey through the coming of age phase of life, how he navigated major changes in his path and what life is like working as a game designer in a hospital. 🎙️Tune in to learn the Cheat Codes to Life!! 🎮🎮0:00 INTRO0:13 GG UP THEME SONG1:09 MEET: TOMMY1:24 Current priorities and personal growth2:59 Healthcare job and day-to-day responsibilities7:47 Tommy's career journey and education path10:39 Job hunting and finding work13:44 Professional relationships and networking24:07 Personality evolution and self-awareness30:36 D&D story and social connection39:12 Buy Merch :D40:42 Work-life balance and relationships49:05 Health practices and mental wellness1:00:15 Fulfillment and life satisfaction1:08:04 COUNTER SPELL - Nick's turn1:13:40 Advice to younger self1:27:23 SUBSCRIBE : )⬛Looking to join the Community?⚫Subscribe to the Channel & turn on notifications to never miss a new episode!🟪Check out the Channel description for links to:🟣Join the Community Discord - The GG Tavern🟣Check out the Merch Store & represent your new favorite podcast!🟣Find a sign up form to be a guest on a future episode🟣Explore the linktree to get connected to all of the other ways to stream GGUP!

8. 

   23 Mar 2026

   GGUP #8 - Meet The: Union Carpenter Who Wants To Be A YouTuber

   The Eighth Episode of the Gamers Growing UP Podcast (GGUP) 🎮🎙️🎮Where each week we hangout with our guest in a video game of their choosing and discuss their unique journey tackling the: 🟨Main Quests of Life🟡Building Success🟡Finding Purpose 🟡& Spreading Love 💼This week we sit down with Rob - an Apprentice Carpenter working as a Furniture Installer with big dreams of becoming a Content Creator. Listen in to hear Rob's winding journey through the coming of age phase of life, how he navigated major changes in his path and what life is like working as a Carpenter. Subscribe to Rob's Channel & Help Make his Dream Come True: https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@MangoesAreGoodForYou⁩  (https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCI2L3PBfvQrRTzEFhHMXjyA) 🎙️Tune in to learn the Cheat Codes to Life!! 🎮🎮0:00 INTRO0:26 GGUP THEME SONG1:22 MEET: ROB10:56 Career Path & Carpentry Basics14:23 Overcoming Obstacles18:50 Fitting In & Workplace Culture21:35 Coming of Age Journey25:54 Personal Growth & Mindset Shifts34:15 Relationships & Networking40:22 Health & Well-Being49:19 Life Satisfaction52:20 Finding Purpose1:01:34 Counter Spell (Rob's Question)1:10:22 Cheat Codes (Advice)1:21:37 SUBSCRIBE : )⬛Looking to join the Community?⚫Subscribe to the Channel & turn on notifications to never miss a new episode!🟪Check out the Channel description for links to:🟣Join the Community Discord - The GG Tavern🟣Check out the Merch Store & represent your new favorite podcast!🟣Find a sign up form to be a guest on a future episode🟣Explore the linktree to get connected to all of the other ways to stream GGUP!

9. 

   16 Mar 2026

   GGUP #7 - Meet The: Grant Writer Helping to Save Our Forests

   The Seventh Episode of the Gamers Growing UP Podcast (GGUP) 🎮🎙️🎮Where each week we hangout with our guest in a video game of their choosing and discuss their unique journey tackling the: 🟨Main Quests of Life🟡Building Success🟡Finding Purpose 🟡& Spreading Love 💼This week we sit down with Enzo - a life long friend. Listen in to hear Enzo's winding journey through various physically taxing jobs, his experience working for a non-profit planting trees & what life is like as a Grant Writer. 🎙️Tune in to learn the Cheat Codes to Life!! 🎮🎮0:00 Intro0:42 GGUP THEME SONG1:37 Meet: Enzo9:48 What is a Nonprofit?12:59 Career Journey & Finding Work28:07 AI's Impact on Forestry37:45 Heroes & Inspirational Figures42:43 Relationships & Social Life52:32 Work-Life Balance1:00:24 Life Satisfaction & Fulfillment1:19:50 Cheat Codes: Advice for Aspiring Foresters1:27:53 SUBSCRIBE : )⬛Looking to join the Community?⚫Subscribe to the Channel & turn on notifications to never miss a new episode!🟪Check out the Channel description for links to:🟣Join the Community Discord - The GG Tavern🟣Check out the Merch Store & represent your new favorite podcast!🟣Find a sign up form to be a guest on a future episode🟣Explore the linktree to get connected to all of the other ways to stream GGUP!

10. 

    9 Mar 2026

    GGUP #6 - Meet The: Social Worker Saving Pittsburgh's Youth

    The Sixth Episode of the Gamers Growing UP Podcast (GGUP) 🎮🎙️🎮Where each week we hangout with our guest in a video game of their choosing and discuss their unique journey tackling the: 🟨Main Quests of Life🟡Building Success🟡Finding Purpose 🟡& Spreading Love 💼This week we sit down with Joe who started off down the path to become a nurse and made the pivot to study wellness and has been working as a Social Worker. Join us to hear what life is like as a Social Worker, what it takes to build community and support those who are struggling, Joe's path to redemption and his struggle with addiction and a first hand take on the value of college!🎙️Tune in to learn the Cheat Codes to Life!! 🎮🎮0:00 INTRO0:33 GGUP THEMESONG1:29 Meet: Joe3:14 What matters most right now4:56 Day-to-day work as a social worker8:57 Most rewarding and frustrating aspects11:00 Resources for crisis support12:16 Greatest obstacles in social work13:10 Progress is non-linear13:58 Joe's career path from high school26:53 Proudest moment helping a client29:47 Compensation and living comfortably32:13 Career goals and LCSW33:48 Job security in social work34:24 AI and the future of social work36:02 Coming of age mindset shifts40:10 Personality changes over time41:34 Pressure to fill societal roles42:30 Being a man in modern society48:51 Skills learned from gaming51:01 Health bar check-in52:56 Seven dimensions of wellness53:24 Work-life balance and fulfillment56:02 Building friendships and community1:00:43 Networking in social work1:03:51 Criteria for a happy life1:05:19 Satisfaction and fulfillment rating1:10:23 People who inspire Joe1:12:54 Finding purpose1:16:33 Counter Spell: Male loneliness epidemic1:23:06 Discord community plug1:24:46 Cheat codes for 17-year-old Joe1:30:35 Advice for aspiring social workers1:38:09 SUBSCRIBE : ) ⬛Looking to join the Community?⚫Subscribe to the Channel & turn on notifications to never miss a new episode!🟪Check out the Channel description for links to:🟣Join the Community Discord - The GG Tavern🟣Check out the Merch Store & represent your new favorite podcast!🟣Find a sign up form to be a guest on a future episode🟣Explore the linktree to get connected to all of the other ways to stream GGUP!

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    2 Mar 2026

    GGUP #5 - Meet The: Project Manager Who is His Dad's BOSS??!

    The Fifth Episode of the Gamers Growing UP Podcast (GGUP) 🎮🎙️🎮Where each week we hangout with our guest in a video game of their choosing and discuss their unique journey tackling the: 🟨Main Quests of Life🟡Building Success🟡Finding Purpose 🟡& Spreading Love 💼This week we sit down with Alex - a Project Manager working in Window Graphic Installation. Join us to hear what life is like as a Project Manager, how Alex is balancing his relationships and worklife, what it takes to progress up the corporate ladder and a first hand take on the value of college!🎙️Tune in to learn the Cheat Codes to Life!! 🎮🎮0:00 Teaser0:25 GGUP THEME SONG1:19 Meet Alex5:53 Most important thing7:17 Alex's work in signage facility maintenance8:57 Frustrations - Deciphering vague work orders11:56 Coping with stress14:41 Career goals and obstacles21:51 Pride in career advancement - Installer to PM23:11 Getting into the industry - Working with dad26:51 College experience - Communication degree28:19 Value of college education32:38 Compensation and work-life balance38:16 Job security and AI's future impact42:48 Coming of age through COVID45:07 Loss of faith in humanity47:37 Societal pressure and gaming benefits49:16 Sources of Inspiration53:25 Where you met your friends55:40 Importance of networking56:59 Working with family - Being dad's boss58:15 Imposter syndrome and building confidence1:00:41 Health bar check - Burnout and vacation1:02:58 What makes a happy life - Fulfillment1:05:01 Motivation and purpose1:08:42 Counter spell - Best monster debate1:10:53 Cheat codes - Advice to younger self1:14:06 Final Advice1:15:56 SUBSCRIBE : ) ⬛Looking to join the Community?⚫Subscribe to the Channel & turn on notifications to never miss a new episode!🟪Check out the Channel description for links to:🟣Join the Community Discord - The GG Tavern🟣Check out the Merch Store & represent your new favorite podcast!🟣Find a sign up form to be a guest on a future episode🟣Explore the linktree to get connected to all of the other ways to stream GGUP!

12. 

    22 Feb 2026

    GGUP #4 - Meet: Mindful Brian - The Life & Purpose Coach

    The Fourth Episode of the Gamers Growing UP Podcast (GGUP) 🎮🎙️🎮Where each week we hangout with our guest in a video game of their choosing and discuss their unique journey tackling the: 🟨Main Quests of Life🟡Building Success🟡Finding Purpose 🟡& Spreading Love 💼This week we sit down with Mindful Brian - A Life Coach who helps people realign with their purpose and find success in their career and overall lives. Join us to hear what life is like working for yourself as you run a virtual business. 🎙️Tune in to learn the Cheat Codes to Life!! 🎮🎮0:00 Introduction0:18 GGUP THEME SONG1:15 What is Life Coaching?5:36 Who Needs a Life Coach?14:51 Starting a Business19:35 Preparation vs. Action22:01 Brian's Journey30:32 Turning Pain into Growth38:41 Building Friendships42:39 Social Skills & Networking48:13 Health & Wellness52:37 Life Satisfaction & Fulfillment58:06 Finding Purpose1:09:36 Relationships & Love1:19:33 Perfect Day Exercise1:33:13 Cheat Codes - Advice for 17-Year-Olds1:45:25 Closing Thoughts2:02:33 SUBSCRIBE : ) ⬛Looking to join the Community?⚫Subscribe to the Channel & turn on notifications to never miss a new episode!🟪Check out the Channel description for links to:🟣Join the Community Discord - The GG Tavern🟣Check out the Merch Store & represent your new favorite podcast!🟣Find a sign up form to be a guest on a future episode🟣Explore the linktree to get connected to all of the other ways to stream GGUP!

13. 

    16 Feb 2026

    GGUP #3 - Meet The: Reinsurance Broker who is also an MMA Fighter??!

    The Third Episode of the Gamers Growing UP Podcast (GGUP) 🎮🎙️🎮Where each week we hangout with our guest in a video game of their choosing and discuss their unique journey tackling the: 🟨Main Quests of Life🟡Building Success🟡Finding Purpose 🟡& Spreading Love 💼This week we sit down with Patrick - one of Nick's friends, from his days working as a tutor, who studied to be an Actuary and has been working as a Reinsurance Broker. Join us to hear what life is like as a Reinsurance Broker, how Patrick is balancing his relationship and worklife, what it takes to progress up the corporate ladder, why Patrick changed his major 5 times and his college 3 times and a first hand take on the value of community college!🎙️Tune in to learn the Cheat Codes to Life!! 🎮🎮0:00 GGUP THEME SONG0:54 Meet Patrick8:31 Current Role & Job Satisfaction20:52 Job Search Advice & Getting Your Foot in the Door22:57 Company Culture & Work-Life Balance28:10 Career Obstacles & Achievements41:25 College Journey & Changing Majors52:32 Growth & Self-Reflection1:10:02 Counter Spell ✨1:16:53 Cheat Codes - Advice for Your Younger Self1:24:59 ‼️BONUS CLIP‼️1:28:43 SUBSCRIBE : ) ⬛Looking to join the Community?⚫Subscribe to the Channel & turn on notifications to never miss a new episode!🟪Check out the Channel description for links to:🟣Join the Community Discord - The GG Tavern🟣Check out the Merch Store & represent your new favorite podcast!🟣Find a sign up form to be a guest on a future episode🟣Explore the linktree to get connected to all of the other ways to stream GGUP!

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    8 Feb 2026

    GGUP #2 - Meet The: Sales Associate

    The Second Episode of the Gamers Growing UP Podcast (GGUP) 🎮🎙️🎮Where each week we hangout with our guest in a video game of their choosing and discuss their unique journey tackling the: 🟨Main Quests of Life🟡Building Success🟡Finding Purpose 🟡& Spreading Love 💼This week we sit down with Erik - one of Nick's friends who has been working for a large retail store. Join us to hear what life is like as a Pro Account Sales Associate, how Erik is balancing his relationship and worklife, what it takes to progress up the corporate ladder and a first hand take on the value of community college!🎙️Tune in to learn the Cheat Codes to Life!! 🎮🎮0:00 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Va703vksKMQ) GGUP THEME SONG0:55 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Va703vksKMQ&t=55s) Introduction & Welcome1:17 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Va703vksKMQ&t=77s) Erik's Background & Wizard 1012:42 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Va703vksKMQ&t=162s) Career Path: From Teaching to Retail4:33 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Va703vksKMQ&t=273s) Community College Experience6:20 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Va703vksKMQ&t=380s) Burnout in Education7:50 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Va703vksKMQ&t=470s) Community College Advice9:13 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Va703vksKMQ&t=553s) Starting at the Paint Department11:52 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Va703vksKMQ&t=712s) Development Program & Promotion12:13 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Va703vksKMQ&t=733s) Pro Sales Associate Role13:47 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Va703vksKMQ&t=827s) Career Growth & Future Goals14:58 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Va703vksKMQ&t=898s) Greatest Achievements & Challenges16:41 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Va703vksKMQ&t=1001s) Fitting In & Workplace Diversity18:38 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Va703vksKMQ&t=1118s) Feeling Like an Adult20:24 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Va703vksKMQ&t=1224s) When Personality Solidifies22:37 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Va703vksKMQ&t=1357s) Skills from Gaming25:25 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Va703vksKMQ&t=1525s) Stereotypes & Preconceptions29:38 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Va703vksKMQ&t=1778s) On-the-Job Training33:17 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Va703vksKMQ&t=1997s) Social Network & Friend Groups38:00 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Va703vksKMQ&t=2280s) Work-Life Balance41:33 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Va703vksKMQ&t=2493s) Health & Happiness43:20 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Va703vksKMQ&t=2600s) Life Satisfaction45:57 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Va703vksKMQ&t=2757s) Counter Spell47:34 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Va703vksKMQ&t=2854s) Cheat Codes: Advice to 17-Year-Old Self49:32 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Va703vksKMQ&t=2972s) Advice for Aspiring Retail Professionals53:41 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Va703vksKMQ&t=3221s) When to Advocate for Yourself54:35 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Va703vksKMQ&t=3275s) Closing Thoughts⬛Looking to join the Community?⚫Subscribe to the Channel & turn on notifications to never miss a new episode!🟪Check out the Channel description for links to:🟣Join the Community Discord - The GG Tavern🟣Check out the Merch Store & represent your new favorite podcast!🟣Find a sign up form to be a guest on a future episode🟣Explore the linktree to get connected to all of the other ways to stream GGUP!

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    1 Feb 2026

    GGUP #1 - Meet The: Host & His Lawyer?

    The First Episode of the Gamers Growing UP Podcast (GGUP) 🎮🎙️🎮Where each week we hangout with our guest in a video game of their choosing and discuss their unique journey tackling the: 🟨Main Quests of Life🟡Building Success🟡Finding Purpose 🟡& Spreading Love 💼This week we sit down with Michael - a 26 year old Law Student with a background in music inside of his game of choice: Star Wars The Old Republic as we learn what it takes to be successful walking the path of becoming a Lawyer. 💼As a special bonus as it is the first episode, the Host of the Podcast - Nick - will also be answering all of the questions he asks guests on the show! Listen in to hear what its like being an Architect and deciding to launch a podcast that blends Gaming, Self Development, Wellness, Mental Health and Career Advice. 🎙️Tune in to learn the Cheat Codes to Life!! 🎮🎮0:00 Intro & Show Concept0:30 GGUP Theme Song1:25 Meet Michael - Background & Law School Journey5:18 Star Wars: The Old Republic - Gaming Memories7:31 Favorite Games & Gaming Culture20:02 Career Paths - From College to Professional Life32:00 Work Culture & Leadership Philosophy44:39 North Star - What Matters Most in Life51:34 Personal Growth & Self-Development1:02:02 Authenticity in Professional Settings1:16:25 Introversion vs Extroversion1:34:54 Networking & Building Relationships1:44:35 Balancing Work & Personal Life1:49:57 How's Your Health Bar Lookin?2:00:30 Life Satisfaction2:37:53 "Cheat Codes" - Advice for Your Younger Self2:38:21 Dealing with Anger & Emotional Growth2:52:06 Final Thoughts & Closing2:53:03 Outro & Founder's Event Promotion⬛Looking to join the Community?⚫Subscribe to the Channel & turn on notifications to never miss a new episode!🟪Check out the Channel description for links to:🟣Join the Community Discord - The GG Tavern🟣Check out the Merch Store & represent your new favorite podcast!🟣Find a sign up form to be a guest on a future episode🟣Explore the linktree to get connected to all of the other ways to stream GGUP!

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