Diversi Podcast

In the seventh episode of the Diversi Podcast, we discuss sexuality as it is portrayed in games – be that as narrative content, or something which is expressed in game mechanics. We also speak to the founders of Lyst Summit – a festival and game jam exploring this and other aspects of love and romance.+ Read More

In this episode we discuss various topics in the spectrum of functional variations, in games representation, organizations that works towards a more inclusive enviroment and much more. Enjoy! Host Siri Hallberg Söderström Panel Gemma Thomson, Samson Wiklund Editor Siri Hallberg Söderström Get in touch! podcast@diversi.nu Links Ablegamers charity A blind legend Game Accessibility database Custom+ Read More

In the fifth episode of the Diversi Podcast, we take our first steps into discussing the ways in which ethnicity is represented in games and the games industry – initially, as viewed from a ‘caucasian+’ perspective. This episode was supported by King. A Clarification from the Podcast Team We are fully aware of the how problematic it+ Read More

In the fourth episode of the Diversi Podcast, we discuss the ways in which queer sexualities are represented in games. We also look at inclusivity efforts for LGB+ gamers and game-makers, in conversation with GX Australia organiser and IGDA LGBT+ SIG co-chair Liam Esler. This episode was supported by King. Host & Editor Gemma Thomson+ Read More

The third episode of the Diversi Podcast. We discuss diversity in Games Media and have invitied David Grundström, former managing chief at IGN Sweden. Host Siri Hallberg Söderström Editor Samson Wiklund Panel David Grundström, Gemma Thomson, Samson Wiklund Get in touch! podcast@diversi.nu Links Women Surviving and Thriving in Games Media Pax Prime 2014 Panel Statens mediaråd: Kvinnor+ Read More

In episode two of the Diversi Podcast, we discuss the ways in which games attempt to relate women and girls, and how they in turn make their mark upon this medium – featuring an interview with TjejHack founder Inger Ekman. Host & Editor Gemma Thomson Panel Siri Hallberg Söderström, Samson Wiklund Special Guest Inger Ekman Get+ Read More

In this first episode of the Diversi Podcast we get to know the podcast panel regulars, define what we mean when speaking about diversity in this context and explain what is to come in future episodes. Host Samson Wiklund Panel Gemma Thomson, Siri Hallberg Get in touch! podcast@diversi.nu Links Diversi.nu Further readings on Intersectionality Merritt+ Read More