Tauren Think Tank: The Podcast About the Blizzard Gamer Behind the Keyboard

Latest Episodes:

Tauren Think Tank #181 - Something Pacific Mar 21, 2016

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It’s been a week of video games and RL stuff. Just like every week, right?! Our discussion question: My parents call my choice of political candidate “stupid”, and are unwilling to discuss it with me or acknowledge that they’ve used that term with me several times. What do I do? Our Think Tank question: My wife cheated on me and we divorced. It’s been over a year, and I’m still shattered and find it hard to be whole again. How does someone come back from this? Be a part of the show by sending your Tell Us One Thing questions, feedback, and requests for advice to questions@taurenthinktank.com. Slash Moo, everybody!

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Tauren Think Tank #180 - Blind Date With Illidan Mar 14, 2016

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Chiropractic woes, Heroes of the Storm, Overwatch, job searches and rogue leveling! Our discussion question: Do you have any in-game prejudices about how you think certain race/class combos always behave? Do you run when you see an undead rogue in PvP or feel safe because that tauren druid won’t harm you? Our Think Tank question: How can you feel more comfortable going to a meetup alone when you’re an introvert and you don’t really know anyone? Be a part of the show by sending your Tell Us One Thing questions, feedback, and requests for advice to questions@taurenthinktank.com. Slash Moo, everybody!

Website: http://taurenthinktank.com

Patreon site: http://patreon.com/taurenthinktank

Twitter: @TaurenThinkTank

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Discord server: http://tinyurl.com/tttchat2

Tauren Think Tank #179 - Forgiving Is Hard Mar 07, 2016

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The final update on the quest for the Big Love Rocket, and what we’ve been up to in our Blizzard gaming adventures. Our discussion question: I’m a “filthy casual” who wants to do end game content, but I can’t handle to grind to get there. What should I do? Our Think Tank question: How do you forgive yourself and forgive a parent who is a broken adult who raised a broken child? Be a part of the show by sending your Tell Us One Thing questions, feedback, and requests for advice to questions@taurenthinktank.com. Slash Moo, everybody!

Website: http://taurenthinktank.com

Patreon site: http://patreon.com/taurenthinktank

Twitter: @TaurenThinkTank

Facebook: http://facebook.com/taurenthinktank

Discord server: http://tinyurl.com/tttchat2

Tauren Think Tank #178 - Elitist Hello Kitty Jerk Feb 29, 2016

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This week, we welcome back Sgt. Jim Beverly from the US Army. Jim is a long-time Blizzard gamer, and we brought him back to share his story of being deployed in Baghdad, being severely injured, dealing with PTSD, staying positive and resilience in the face of adversity. This is a special show with messages and inspiration you don’t want to miss. Be a part of the show by sending your Tell Us One Thing questions, feedback, and requests for advice to questions@taurenthinktank.com. Slash Moo, everybody!

Website: http://taurenthinktank.com

Patreon site: http://patreon.com/taurenthinktank

Twitter: @TaurenThinkTank

Facebook: http://facebook.com/taurenthinktank

Discord server: http://tinyurl.com/tttchat2

Tauren Think Tank #177: We Will Never Order A Pizza Together - Feb 22, 2016

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It’s another show and an update on what’s been happening in our worlds (hint, it’s a lot!) Our discussion question: When people say they’re quitting my raid team because they’re bored with WoW, I feel like they’re actually bored with me. I love to raid and it’s hard when people decide raiding isn’t fun to them like it is to me. Am I taking this too personally? Our Think Tank question: I would like to train to be a software developer, but I work full time and earn the money for our household. I could take a 16-week bootcamp class but I’m not sure if that’s the right move. What should I do? Be a part of the show by sending your Tell Us One Thing questions, feedback, and requests for advice to questions@taurenthinktank.com. Slash Moo, everybody!

Website: http://taurenthinktank.com

Patreon site: http://patreon.com/taurenthinktank

Twitter: @TaurenThinkTank

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Discord server: http://tinyurl.com/tttchat2

Tauren Think Tank #176 - I Still Taste Fish Feb 11, 2016

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Our update and recap from our time presenting at PAX South! Our discussion question: I’m beyond stressed out from working 40 hours a week, going to school, taking care of my family and dealing with major life crises over the last few months. How can I learn to cope better with all the stresses in my life? Our Think Tank question: I’ve had a falling out with two friends and recently with a different friend. I’m an introvert and don’t make friends easily. Why does this keep happening. I feel like I will never make good friends. Be a part of the show by sending your Tell Us One Thing questions, feedback, and requests for advice to questions@taurenthinktank.com. Slash Moo, everybody!

Website: http://taurenthinktank.com

Patreon site: http://patreon.com/taurenthinktank

Twitter: @TaurenThinkTank

Facebook: http://facebook.com/taurenthinktank

Our 24-hour chat room has moved to Discord, and you can join our community there at: http://tinyurl.com/tttchat2

Tauren Think Tank #175 - PAX South Panel 2016: Traversing the Cow Level Feb 01, 2016

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Jules and Marconin were joined by Dr. Anthony Bean, PhD and Dr. Holiday Bean, PsyD for a panel at PAX South on Friday, January 29th. This is the audio version of our panel discussing gamer identity, why we feel different and excluded by people who don't relate to the gaming culture and so much more. We talk about our experiences as gamers, relating to non-gamers, and what we can do to help people understand the gamer identity. We also took audience questions, and they delivered!

Thank you to everyone who joined us at PAX South!

You can find Dr. Anthony Bean on Twitter: @VideoGameDoc and through his website: http://beanpsychologicalservices.com

You can contact Dr. Holiday Bean through e-mail: drbean@jonesccta.com

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Tauren Think Tank #174 - But Literally, Folks Jan 25, 2016

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It’s a week of snow stories and stream appearances! Our 24-hour chat room has moved to Discord, and you can join our community there at: http://tinyurl.com/tttchat2 Our discussion question: My fiance struggles with depression but won’t consider therapy. I want us to plan our life together, but he doesn’t have a desire to plan anything. How can I have a conversation with him about my feelings? Our Think Tank question: My biological father was never a part of my life. He died a few years ago, and I learned about his family through his obituary. I would like to contact them but I’m not sure how. What should I do? Be a part of the show by sending your Tell Us One Thing questions, feedback, and requests for advice to questions@taurenthinktank.com. Slash Moo, everybody!

Website: http://taurenthinktank.com

Patreon site: http://patreon.com/taurenthinktank

Twitter: @TaurenThinkTank

Facebook: http://facebook.com/taurenthinktank

Tauren Think Tank #172: Malfurion's Litter Box - Jan 18, 2016

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We’re back with updates on PAX South, Jules’ move and Marconin’s mount acquisitions! Our 24-hour chat room has moved to Discord, and you can join our community there at: http://tinyurl.com/tttchat2 Our discussion question: How do you open a conversation with a guy who you believe is being taken advantage of by a girl who just wants what he can buy for her? Our Think Tank question: I’m really lonely, but my brain tells me that any person I meet doesn’t really like me, even if they’re being friendly. How do I get the confidence to make friends and not feel paranoid that I’m being left out of things by people? Be a part of the show by sending your Tell Us One Thing questions, feedback, and requests for advice to questions@taurenthinktank.com. Slash Moo, everybody!

Website: http://taurenthinktank.com

Patreon site: http://patreon.com/taurenthinktank

Twitter: @TaurenThinkTank

Facebook: http://facebook.com/taurenthinktank

Tauren Think Tank #172 - Floaty Bits and Hot Regret Jan 04, 2016

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Happy Moo Year! We’re back with updates on how our holidays went, and all the latest in our crazy lives. Our 24-hour chat room has moved to Discord, and you can join our community there at: http://tinyurl.com/tttchat2 Our discussion question: We’ve all heard about post-con blues, but what about those who can’t ever make it to a convention or meetup? How does someone handle the fear of missing out? Our Think Tank question: I’ve come back to the guild I left about a year ago and found it to be a ghost town. My friend and I were told that we were the reason everyone was there in the first place. What advice do you have to revive this dead guild and avoid the mistakes of the past? Be a part of the show by sending your Tell Us One Thing questions, feedback, and requests for advice to questions@taurenthinktank.com. Slash Moo, everybody!

Website: http://taurenthinktank.com

Patreon site: http://patreon.com/taurenthinktank

Twitter: @TaurenThinkTank

Facebook: http://facebook.com/taurenthinktank