Equipped: In-Game & In Real Life

I didn’t make it obvious but in celebration of Equipped’s 2nd anniversary and my upcoming birthday, I wanted to share which gaming lessons have kept me going so far in 2023 :) please let me know some of yours!!! I'd love to hear from you guys! Send your answers through Facebook, Instagram, or TikTok: @equippedpodcastph. RATE & REVIEW THE PODCAST: beacons.ai/reviewequipped Add Iza on TikTo...

Playing to win vs playing for fun - do we really have to choose between the two in our lifetime? Let’s talk about it! RATE & REVIEW THE PODCAST: beacons.ai/reviewequipped TikTok: @renizayvonne JOIN THE KWIP KOMMUNITY: https://discord.gg/mfgQZT8WZj New episodes are out every Sunday on all major podcast platforms. For feedback, suggestions, or possible collaborations, feel free to send an email...

hii i missed you guys! D: if you’re reading this, thanks for still being here <3 just wanted to give a quick update and explain why i’ve been away and what you guys can expect from me and the podcast moving forward. :) you can find me on TikTok: @renizayvonne RATE & REVIEW THE PODCAST: beacons.ai/reviewequipped JOIN THE KWIP KOMMUNITY: https://discord.gg/mfgQZT8WZj New episodes are out ever...

Back from my month-long break!! Hope you guys have been doing okay. Gonna keep this one short since I’m still trying to get my groove back into podcasting…but here’s a little reminder for anyone going through some tough times. Laban tayo! <3 RATE & REVIEW THE PODCAST: beacons.ai/reviewequipped JOIN THE KWIP KOMMUNITY: https://discord.gg/mfgQZT8WZj New episodes are out every Sunday on all ma...

Queen Wasabi is back on the podcast and this time, we talk about the importance of activating our emotions and learning how to manage them in a healthy way. Queen Wasabi shares her personal journey of taking control of her emotions and explains her process of activating, reflecting, and processing them. She also provides valuable insights ranging from how we can embrace being emotional to avoiding...

Here’s another solo episode where I share my recent experience playing the Ascended mod of Elden Ring and how it’s been making me relive my 2018 struggle of dealing with stress and frustration. P.S. To emphasize how hard this mod is, as of this episode’s release date, I am level 555 in the game Hope you tune in! :) QUESTION OF THE WEEK: What is an area in your life that you currently feel the most...

Gamers know how much time we can spend just adjusting all of our settings - from character creation to adjusting the audio, graphics, and key bindings, we do a lot to make sure we can get smooth gameplay and have a great time while playing video games. But how about taking the time to adjust and evaluate our own settings? This is something that I’ve dug deeper into the past 3 months, mostly becaus...

Have you ever wondered if the way you play video games reflects your personality in real life? In this episode, we explore this idea with author, gamer, and insightful thinker Tristan Tano. Join us as we delve into the connection between our online and offline selves, and discuss some of Tristan's favorite games that explore morality and storytelling. Along the way, we ponder some of life&apo...

As we reach the last week of Women’s Month, we are joined by another bold and powerful woman from the gaming industry: Queen Wasabi. She is the commissioner of Liga Adarna, the director for Creator Connect at Eplayment, and the host of: In a RelationSh*t with Queen Wasabi. In this episode, Queen Wasabi gives a rundown of her journey in establishing Liga Adarna, the Philippines’ premiere all-female...

This week I’m joined by another amazing female from the gaming community, Rebyczko! She’s a streamer, cosplayer, student, and co-host of the podcast: “Oo, GenZ Ako” And in this episode, we talk about her growth as a content creator, her decision to shift out of STEM, her views as a fellow Gen Z gamer, and so much more!! Hope you tune in! :) REBYCZKO’S QUESTION OF THE WEEK: CHECK OUT REBYCZKO Socia...

This week I am joined by Pj Bautista, the host of ChillTalks, as we react to an episode from another podcast called: Kumpare Talks. Pj and I share how we felt while listening to Kumpare Talks’ episode and we also discussed our takes on the things we had to let go of to become better people and how we can live more in the present. Hope you tune in! :) Kumpare Talks episode we reacted to: https://op...

In this episode, we sit down with Jerome Paul Casimiro, a speech and communications trainer and the host of Runaway Podcast, a podcast that imparts conversations in line with the 7 Dimensions of Wellness. Jerome explains how he has learned the importance of each dimension (spiritual, physical, emotional, career, intellectual, environmental, and social) and their interconnectedness. He also shares...

Gamification is the process of applying game design principles and mechanics to non-game contexts, such as education, marketing, business, and more. And in this episode, we’re joined by Coach Mix as he shares how he uses gamification to help his clients achieve their goals and enhance their well-being. He also shares some examples of how he applies gamification to different areas of life coaching,...

If it’s not obvious yet, it really makes me happy to talk to people that have picked up their own life lessons from gaming. And though I’m definitely used to sharing mine, this week we hear from the console gamer and aspiring podcaster: AJ Aranda! In this episode, he shares the top 3 lessons he picked up from playing video games like Ghost of Tsushima and God of War (2018). This has to be a part o...

We’re continuing A Gamer’s Take this 2023 and for this first installment, I’m joined by gamer, podcaster, and IT consultant, Derek Carlos! Join us as we dive into the world of cheat codes and explore the true cost of using them. We also discuss some of their implications if we try to incorporate them into our careers and personal development. Hope you tune in! :) CHECK OUT DEREK CARLOS Mungkahi Po...

AFK is a new series we’re starting on the podcast where we take a step back from the keyboard and games to have open, laid-back, and honest conversations about what’s going on in our lives. Whether you're seeking inspiration or just looking for a break from the daily grind, this is the perfect chance to unwind and connect <3 The timing of this new series couldn’t have been any better becau...

I love the concept of “learning by doing” but sometimes, it makes us think that going through tutorials doesn’t matter as much. So in this solo episode, join me as I talk about how my perspective around video game tutorials has changed and how it’s helping me embrace being a beginner. Hope you tune in! :) QUESTION OF THE WEEK: What's something you want to be a beginner at this 2023? I'd...

In this solo episode, I share my thoughts on what it takes to “win” in life. Though I can’t say I've already done it myself, I do think there’s one thing that people tend to overlook on their journeys to success. I talk about all of that and more so I hope you tune in! :) RATE & REVIEW THE PODCAST: beacons.ai/reviewequipped JOIN THE COMMUNITY: https://discord.gg/mfgQZT8WZj New episodes ar...

New year, new episode, new…podcast intro?? We’re back from our holiday break and I’m excited to see what 2023 has to offer each and every one of us! Join me as I talk about the mindset that I want to uphold throughout 2023 and how we can leverage it on a daily basis. Hope you tune in! :) QUESTION OF THE WEEK: What are some of your intentions for 2023? I'd love to hear from you guys! Send your...

Before we take a break for the holidays, I wanted to share the top 5 lessons I got from gaming that really empowered me to get through 2022. Despite what most older generations say, gaming has had a huge positive impact on my life, and I can’t wait to keep learning more from it! Hope you tune in! <3 QUESTION OF THE WEEK: What are some gaming lessons that helped you this year? I'd love to h...

cw: mental health, depression I tend to find myself amazed by how much gaming can be related to so many different facets of our lives. And though gaming overall is fun and exciting, I appreciate how it also opens doors to talk about deeper (and equally important) topics - which this week, happens to be all about mental health. I’m honored that Eliza Verzosa joined me in this episode as she shares...

There’s no doubt that gaming has a big social component to it. And just like how we choose and build our own clans and parties in-game, it’s crucial that we also pay attention to the people we surround ourselves with in real life. But why does it really matter and what are some steps people can take in figuring this all out? Join me and Roi Caturla, the host of Keep Going podcast, as Roi breaks do...

[ENG/FIL] Sino ba kasi ang nagsabi na pagtanda mo, mawawalan ka na raw ng time para sa mga hobbies na gusto mo? Para sa marami satin, pinipili natin maglaan ng oras sa paglaro ng video games. At kasama rin si Daddy Player One dun, na kahit working and tatay na siya, g pa rin sa video games! And grateful ako kasi he joins me in this episode! Dito, mapapakinggan niyo yung pinagmulan ng Daddy Player...

The podcast is back and we’re kickstarting things with a returning guest, Lan Oribello, also known as iitalix plays. Our conversation took a few twists and turns but we got to talk about how Lan and I share pieces of ourselves in the single-player games we play, the pros and cons of going solo in real life, and soooo much more! Our epiphany at the latter half of the episode was just 🤯🤯🤯 so we h...

We got through another week, congrats to us!! Power Up! is a mini-series where I’ll be posting daily episodes and sharing tidbits that you can hopefully take with you and use throughout your day! :) RATE & REVIEW THE PODCAST: beacons.ai/reviewequipped JOIN THE COMMUNITY: https://discord.gg/mfgQZT8WZj New episodes are out every Sunday on all major podcast platforms. For feedback, suggestions, o...