by Bradford Harris
Tech, Talks & Tangents! Hop in the car, head to work or school, or knock out that errand — and spend less than 10 minutes with me. This podcast is a quick drop-in on my thoughts about STEM, gaming, esports, emerging tech, and life stuff I’m working through. You might be thinking about the same things too. Let’s chat.
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May 31, 2026
<p>A random AI-generated video sparked a bigger question for me:</p><p><strong>In a world that demands faster results, are we forgetting the value of the skills we've spent years developing?</strong></p><p>In this episode of the Quick Tinker Podcast, I reflect on a story about a new employee who is hired for their expertise</p><p>But this isn't an episode about AI.</p><p>It's a conversation about:</p><ul><li><p>Recognizing the skills you already have</p></li><li><p>Understanding how transferable skills show up in unexpected places</p></li><li><p>Learning how to amplify your expertise instead of replacing it</p></li><li><p>Why documenting your work and accomplishments matters</p></li><li><p>Using reflection, journaling, and even AI as tools to identify your strengths</p></li><li><p>Moving beyond the resume to tell the story of your impact</p></li></ul><p>I also share a simple practice I've started using to track my own growth: capturing moments, projects, and accomplishments so I can better understand the skills I'm building and how they apply across work, life, and personal projects.</p><p>Whether you're changing careers, exploring emerging technology, preparing for your next opportunity, or simply wondering what you bring to the table, this episode is a reminder:</p><p><strong>Your skills didn't disappear. They evolved.</strong></p><p>Let's keep learning. Let's keep growing. Let's keep tinkering.</p><p><br></p>
May 18, 2026
<p>In this episode of the Quick Tinker Podcast, I reflect on my fascination with games like Resident Evil and Silent Hill—and why I realized it has very little to do with jump scares or monsters.</p><p>After a random conversation with AI while editing gameplay footage, I started unpacking something deeper: horror games mirror many of the ways I think about work, life, family, and problem-solving.</p><p>From limited resources and controlled pressure… to immersion, storytelling, and critical thinking… these games tap into skills and emotions that show up far beyond gaming.</p><p>In this episode, I talk about:</p><ul><li><p>Why horror games help me mentally disconnect from work</p></li><li><p>The connection between gaming and transferable skills</p></li><li><p>Learning to navigate pressure with limited information</p></li><li><p>Why immersion and focus matter to me</p></li><li><p>How horror games relate to leadership, protection, and survival</p></li><li><p>The parallels between gaming, work, and personal growth</p></li></ul><p>I also reflect on how these themes connect to my doctoral research around esports, workforce development, and video game design.</p><p>This episode is part gaming reflection, part mindset conversation, and part exploration into why certain experiences resonate with us more deeply than we realize.</p><p>Whether you're a gamer, educator, or just someone who’s ever wondered why you connect so strongly to certain hobbies—this one’s for you.</p><p>Let’s keep tinkering.</p><p><br /></p>
April 6, 2026
<p>In this episode of the Quick Tinker Podcast, I take a step away from the usual tech conversations to reflect on something more personal: how my perspective on work, life, and identity has shifted over the past few years.</p><p>Recently, I noticed myself speaking differently in meetings and conversations—expressing boundaries, priorities, and ideas in ways I never would have before. That realization sparked a deeper reflection about how much growth can happen when you give yourself the space to evolve.</p><p>After navigating career changes, personal challenges, and a new professional environment, I’ve started approaching life with more intention. I'm learning to slow down, be clearer about my goals, and embrace who I am in this stage of life.</p><p>In this episode, I talk about:</p><ul><li><p>Recognizing how your mindset changes over time<br /></p></li><li><p>Setting boundaries with work and protecting your time<br /></p></li><li><p>Balancing professional responsibilities with personal passions<br /></p></li><li><p>Rediscovering your identity while approaching a new chapter of life<br /></p></li><li><p>Learning to move slower, but with greater intention<br /></p></li></ul><p>This conversation is part reflection, part self-discovery, and part reminder that growth doesn’t stop—it simply evolves.</p><p>If you’ve ever caught yourself thinking, “Wow… I wouldn’t have said that a few years ago,” this episode might resonate with you.</p><p>Let’s keep tinkering.</p><p><br /></p>
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Tech, Talks & Tangents!
Hop in the car, head to work or school, or knock out that errand — and spend less than 10 minutes with me. This podcast is a quick drop-in on my thoughts about STEM, gaming, esports, emerging tech, and life stuff I’m working through. You might be thinking about the same things too. Let’s chat.
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