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  • GAMELAYER: Behind the Scenes of a New Radio Show 📻

    GAMELAYER: Behind the Scenes of a New Radio Show 📻

    My Unexpected Experience with Riverside.FM I recently conducted a test recording using Riverside.FM, and it exceeded my expectations. The platform asked dynamic, open-ended questions that really got me talking. Although it was just a demo, I had a blast creating it, and the end result provided a great description of my upcoming radio show, #GAMELAYER.… Read more

  • The Ripple Effect of Gratitude: How Thanking Others Can Inspire a Community

    The Ripple Effect of Gratitude: How Thanking Others Can Inspire a Community

    Thanks All Around I recently made a short simply thanking people who are supporting me and updating the world on what I am working on. I posted it on LinkedIn here. The Post: THANKS all Around today! 🙏 🫂 Thanks to Matthew Pierce 🎦 for sharing the wisdom of just hitting the play button. Thanks… Read more

  • Introducing GAMELAYER: A New Play-Centric Podcast

    Introducing GAMELAYER: A New Play-Centric Podcast

    I am getting warmed up to start a new project. The project is about play. It is a podcast that celebrates all the ways that we play. It focuses on the science of play and the quest of learning. It is about enjoyment, it is about deep learning, and it is about gamified learning environments.… Read more

  • The Art of Play: Building Bonds Through Simple Adventures

    The Art of Play: Building Bonds Through Simple Adventures

    Unless we live in a monastery, we all have busy lives, and it’s important to find time to do less. 1. Monastery or Mayhem? ~Finding Balance in the Game of Life So, just to be clear, I do not work at a monastery, and I have chosen to generate offspring. So for me, it is crucial… Read more

  • Celebrate Your Wins

    Celebrate Your Wins

    In 2024, the author decided to experience more achievements instead of writing a blog post, reflecting on milestones like personal growth and family adventures. Emphasizing the importance of celebration, they concluded with a hopeful outlook towards 2025. Read more

  • From Abandoned Blog to Podcast Guest: My Story

    From Abandoned Blog to Podcast Guest: My Story

    In 2023, David Kolmer revived his blog, Improvement Dave, inspired by a podcasting session at DEVLEARN 2023. Embracing writing led to personal growth and the creation of a sound studio. His rejection by Betty Dannewitz transitioned into collaboration, culminating in his appearance on her podcast, marking a significant milestone. Read more