Ryan represents esports players, influencers, content creators, and other stakeholders in negotiating and drafting contracts, structuring licensing deals, developing brand protection strategies, addressing corporate matters, and more. Ryan is an industry leader in representing top Twitch streamers as well as competitive players across Valorant, CS:…

Adam is a journalist who is currently the Esports Business lead for the publication site Dexerto, which has <8m reads per month and is one of the most trusted sources in the esports industry. Adam has a reputation for telling things how they are and more importantly is unapologetically himself, so naturally, I had to have him on the show! We dive d…

Yon is a serial entrepreneur and technologist at heart. who has not only built businesses but used them solely as a vehicle to accomplish his goals in life. Whether that's developing a community that builds apps, tools, and services dedicated to enhancing social video streaming all over the world. to revolutionizing healthcare, and giving back to t…

Eunice created Enlight for everyone to learn about the esports industry. She does this by curating masterclasses from the top leaders in esports, and an intimate community where members have the opportunity to make valuable connections. She didn't get here overnight though, her experience includes 10+ years at Riot Games and was a founding executiv…

This week, we stay across the pond, with none other than my good friend Marco AKA "Stallion." I have known this amazing human being since I started my journey creating. He was the first real role model of mine that I told myself "I need to do it as he does." Although our paths are different, I can confidently say I emulate the same hustle. Marco bo…

S2: E:4 This week, I expanded the scope of my podcast, which in turn will provide even more value. We are switching things up a bit and classifying the podcast as a Business Podcast with a hyperfocus on esports & the creator economy. This week, we have Andrew Ellis but he prefers going by Andy, or... if you're a REAL one... Bottom Frag 😉. Andy help…

Mitch is the founder & CEO of the up and coming RED HOT organization NorCal Esports. NorCal Esports is a content org that has a primary focus on Fortnite content creators. They recently hit a major milestone of 200k subscribers on YouTube and landed their first-ever sponsorship deal with Steel Series! Mitch Socials: Twitter NorCal: 200k Montage You…

Edward Cleland is the Founder of Mind Body Medicine of Michigan, LLC Founder of Planted Superfood Bar www.plantedSFB.com Mind Body Medicine Practitioner, Functional Nutritionist, Elite Athlete, Professional Esports, and Executive Performance Specialist, Mindfulness & Meditation Teacher. We discuss the impact that wellness has on Esports athletes, b…

Chief Reporter & Investigative Lead for Dot Esports. A lifelong gamer, Jacob worked at ESPN for four and half years as a staff writer in their esports section. In 2018, the Esports Awards named Jacob their Journalist of the Year. Follow Jacob 👇 🐦 https://twitter.com/jacobwolf 🌐 www.dotesports.com Follow me 👇 🐦 https://twitter.com/boonafidegaming 📸 …

This week is a special one! Jess is a phenomenal caster and freelancer in the Esports and gaming world. Recently she had the honor of presenting at the Call of Duty Cold War global launch! We dive into her experience leading up to this point, from working at Media companies that just didn't get it, to her secrets around content creation that goes a…

Brace yourself... This one is going to bless your eardrums. I had the pleasure of chatting with George Nowack, who is a Motion & Graphics Designer for the 100 Thieves organization. If you know me, you know I love this brand, so it was an absolute treat to have him on to share his story of how he got there, and what his day to day looks like. On TOP…

Welcome back to another episode of The Boonafide Experience! Earlier this week, the podcast celebrated 500 downloads!! Thank you so much for your support <3. This week, we have Zach Sass on the show, he is the Co-Owner & CEO of the Esports Jersey apparel company. We dive deep into the mind of how the name came about, how his freelance work lead to …

I am so freakin stoked for you to hear this episode! This DM went out a long time ago, and was so excited to get a response back. I first found Nick "Ashes" by watching Optic Gaming's "Vision" series on YouTube, and was instantly hooked. Coaching in esports is still so new, and some games don't value it, so to see him coach for the hottest organiza…

This week's episode highlights a deeply rooted Halo fan. I found out about him through Twitter on just about every Halo post I saw, and felt compelled to check him out! He tells his story and passion for photography not only in Esports but concerts as well. This is a true passion story, where taking a bet on your craft always pays off. I'll let him…

Welcome back to another episode, we're back from our break, and have an exciting new guest on the show! He goes by his last name, Havey. He is most commonly known for his reviews of Halo montages back in the Halo 2 and 3 days and is currently a filmmaker at a creative agency. If you're looking for more dialogue on Halo, you've come to the right pla…

Welcome to episode 33 of the Boonafide Experience Podcast! For those of you who are new here, welcome, and thank you for tuning in. I bring talent from all over the gaming industry AND the world to share their collective story around what they do for a living, and how they got here! This episode features the talented Ms.GlitterXplosion, who is a Fu…

Strap in, y'all. This one brings the heat (pun intended). I first saw Guy (@GuyBlazeLive) when watching one of the Gears of War pro series tournaments and just remembering to myself, "This guy... I need to talk with this guy!" Turns out he wanted to, just as much, and here we are! He's a well-known personality and loved by many in the Gears of War …

Episode 31, can you believe it?! Please welcome, the Pizza himself, Mr. Mikey Perk! He is many things, a husband, father, pizza connoisseur, as well as a renowned content creator that makes a positive impact on SO many. He has a hell of a story to share, and I am honored to be a part of the process of bringing it to your ears, (or eyes if you're on…

For our 30th episode, I bring to you none other than the man, the myth, the legend himself, Mr. Obey (Demarco) Drix. He is a full-time Gears of War content creator for the Rise Nation, previous esports professional. This episode was so much fun, we got to dive into his journey into gaming, his career as an esports athlete, as well as how he manages…

I feel like this could have gone another hour, easily! Please welcome Zack "HeHe" to the show!! I found his content via twitter, I know I can always go to his page for a good laugh. Aside from being a complete jokster, this episode contains so much valuable information, such as his journey into content creation, the steps to growing a lasting brand…

Xera "Nelson" Tricky is in the house, well, virtually! This was an absolute blast to record. We discuss his upbringing into gaming, what the games were that hooked him, and spent the last half diving headfirst into his competitive journey in Apex. He's been on an absolute tear and has an awesome story to share. Enjoy! Xera Socials: Twitch: https://…

Man... Man, oh man, oh man... Y'all are going to dig this week's episode. I remember when I first meet street back in a gaming support group that we were both a part of, and I remember asking myself... who is this guy? And why have I just now heard of him?! Street has been not only an inspiration to me but to so many others, he has a genuine heart …

I truly believe that the most important thing in creating something from scratch is understanding your "Why". This may sound corny, cheesy, or any other acronym that you would use to dismiss the importance of it, but I assure you, it's not. It's one of the main reasons people either give up, or burn out, there's nothing beyond hitting the live butt…

This week, we take a peek into another side of the world of esports, and that's the world of the casters& analyst desk. If you're a sports fan, you already are familiar with this role in traditional sports. That's not how Harry started out though, like many of us, he started with his passion for gaming, he is an Ex- Halo pro with 20+ wins (watch fo…

Shyway is a Halo YouTuber who is deeply passionate about Halo 5 and it's complex movements. He has dedicated his YouTube channel to not only exposing new game mechanic hacks, but also map manipulation, strategies, and he does it all so effortlessly (Or at least he makes it look that way). Let him show you the way. Support the show…

This week, we take a different angle into the Esports world, by interviewing the CMO of a gaming supplement company called AdvancedGG. We dive deep into the history of the company, what their mission in esports is, and what they stand for. He sheds light on the truly blind double placebo test that they put their products through before they go to m…

I get the honor and privilege to sit down with the legend himself Tommy "TheOneSaiyan" Wilson. We jump right into all things Halo, he describes his journey to becoming a professional, the current state of the franchise, he shares his personal motivations and his dream of becoming a household name in Halo Infinite. You're not going to want to miss t…

I sit down with Marc, AKA Hudgens_GG, we burn the midnight oil (well 7pm HST) discussing his upbringing, his journey in streaming so far, as well as his tremendous work ethic that it takes to be successful as a creator. Support the showAutor: Hudgens_GG

In this week's episode, Chuck "Phazed" shares his come up into the Gears of War pro scene, we chat about the current state of Gears, and Esports as a whole. This episode is chock-full of good advice for the novice as well as current pro players, and content creators trying to excel and make a name for themselves. Support the show…

I am extremely pumped to have my first guest on the show who has accomplished so much since he's started his journey in esports only 4 years ago. Bryan is the Owner and Co-Founder of the content creation organization Oxygen Supremacy. We dive deep into the world of Halo, COD Franchising, Current & Future State Esports, as well as touching on the fa…

A problem that I've seen that nobody seems to share is how they achieve true happiness. You know, the ones that have that glow in their face that you can't help but be attracted to. Well, I break that down in this week's episode of the BoonaFide Experience. Watch me 📺 👉 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsq7w5K_Ae7Tjnt-JEP_esA? 👉 https://twitch.tv/b…

Ever wonder how people are able to provide constant value? I did as well until this hit me. We keep providing extra value to the people who follow us by not only conquering our fears but sharing it with the world. Follow Me: https://linktr.ee/boonafidegaming Support the showAutor: Kyle Warren

You’re unique, and so is your story. Don’t be afraid to share it. If you don’t, someone who needs to hear it won’t get the chance too. Support the showAutor: Kyle Warren

After 27 years, it finally clicked, and it can for you, too. Support the showAutor: Kyle Warren

I cover a few valuable lessons that were presented to me this year, and provide a few helpful tips on how to be present for the holdays. Support the showAutor: Kyle Warren

I dive deep into Halo from the beginning, my experience with it, and why it’s relevant today and will be a dominant force in 2020 Support the showAutor: Kyle Warren

Gaming can be fun and intoxicating, don’t let it take over your life. Do something with it. Support the showAutor: Kyle Warren

Don’t get down on yourself if you think your motives are too selfish. They most likely are, but the good news is that you CAN & WILL evolve, if you want too. Support the showAutor: Kyle Warren

Momentum is constant, if you’re not moving forward, you’re moving backwards. Support the showAutor: Kyle Warren

I set a commitment out to myself that I would make 7 podcasts in a row, 1 a day. Honestly pretty freakin proud of myself. Hopefully this helps you to get honest with yourself on how you use your time! Support the showAutor: Kyle Warren

I do a brief overview of what Twitch, the culture of content creation, and why people support the creators in the space. Support the showAutor: Kyle Warren

It’s about the behavior around the substance. Whether it’s pot, or heroin, the result is the same. Support the showAutor: Kyle Warren

This covers my childhood work ethic up to this point, and what's been holding me back from really sharing my story & how you could be doing the same thing. Support the showAutor: Kyle Warren

On a high level discuss the differences between the real drug addict/alcoholic and the heavy user/drinker. We bounce around between a few other topics surrounding this as well as some of my personal experience before & after I got sober. Support the showAutor: Kyle Warren

These 2 simple words can have such a deep meaning with our daily decisions. I go down the rabbit hole of how this has positively impacted my day to day life and how it can help you as well. Support the showAutor: Kyle Warren

In this episode, we cover what got me into esports, and how the process has impacted & shaped me. Support the showAutor: Kyle Warren

I cover the question: As a recovered opiate addict, have you ever encouraged, given advice, or helped out anyone that has reached out to you through your stream/presence in the gaming community? How do you try and use your platform to inspire other people to overcome the same struggles you have experienced? Support the show…

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