1519: “Better Life Through Gaming”

October 31, 2019 00:30:00
1519: “Better Life Through Gaming”
The Best Of Our Knowledge
1519: “Better Life Through Gaming”

Oct 31 2019 | 00:30:00

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Show Notes

Video games are everywhere. The industry continues to grow, and the games themselves do serve a purpose. Today on the Best of Our Knowledge, we’ll meet Jane McGonigal, a game designer who creates games that educate and heal. You can listen to Jane’s TED Talks Here and Here. We’ll also hear about a new cybersecurity task force in Florida, and […]

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