In this gripping Fireside Gamers Stories episode, we sit down with Cutter Dawg, a military veteran turned gaming content creator, for an unfiltered discussion on life, trauma, healing, and the power of community through gaming.From surviving a helicopter crash in Afghanistan to building a supportive space for fellow veterans, Cutter shares how gaming became a lifeline. This episode dives into:Military service and the long-term mental health impactsFinding purpose post-deployment through streamingThe meaning behind "Cutter Dawg" and his growing online presenceCommunity building, Tiny Mics, and content with careAdvice for new creators navigating authenticity and burnout🔥 Whether you’re a gamer, a vet, or someone finding your way—this one’s for you.🎧 Subscribe, like, and comment to support the Fireside movement.📩 Want to be on the show? Email: office@thelongislandgamingleague.com#FiresideGamersStories #CutterDog #VeteranVoices #GamingWithPurpose #MentalHealthMatters #TinyMicInterviews #MilitaryToMixer #HealingThroughGaming #AuthenticCreators #GamingCommunity

In this episode, Commando FTW and Arthur BKB sit down with Hunter “Terrasaden” Steward, a rising star in the Riftbound TCG scene and content creator on the rise. Terra shares his story—from getting into card games to finding his competitive edge, building content, and staying grounded in a rapidly growing space. The conversation dives into:How Terra discovered Riftbound and what makes it uniqueThe grind of balancing real life with gaming successThoughts on keeping community vibes strong while going proReal talk about consistency, burnout, and staying motivatedFunny moments, raw insight, and real advice for any gamer chasing greatness. Whether you're a TCG fan, streamer, or just love gamer origin stories—this one’s for you.

The season finale is here — and we’re going out with a bang.In this exclusive Fireside Gamers Stories Panel, four passionate gamers come together to break down the State of Gaming in 2025 — what changed, what’s trending, what we love, and what needs to GO.🎮 Topics we cover:The rise of new TCGs like RiftboundAI in game development: creativity killer or game-changer?How player communities shaped the yearStreaming, short-form content, and the culture shiftEsports highs, missteps, and what’s nextWhether you’re a casual, a content creator, or just someone who cares about the culture — this is the gamer barbershop talk you didn’t know you needed.🕯️ This isn’t just another episode. This is how we close a season.👉 Subscribe. Comment. And tell us what YOU think the future of gaming looks like.#FiresideGamersStories #Gaming2025 #GamerRoundtable #EsportsCulture #LIGLMedia #StateOfGaming #TCGTakeover #StreamingWars #GamingPodcast #GameDevTrends #PlayerVoices #GameTalkUnfiltered

Today on Fireside Gamer Stories, we sit down with Greg Alexandropoulos — singer, producer, podcaster, world-traveler, and soon-to-be game director — for one of our realest conversations yet.From childhood gaming memories and the death of the “Golden Era,” to PAX barbershop performances, indie game resurgence, broken AAA systems, and the real reason creativity still matters… this episode goes everywhere.Greg breaks down:• How The Killers shaped his entire creative path• Why indie studios might be the only thing saving gaming• The insane rise of his Bioshock barbershop quartet• Why modern games feel unfinished• How musicians, gamers & creators should approach their grind• The advice that changed his life at age 12Plus… some heated rants, deep nostalgia, and the funniest gaming takes you’ll hear all week.

Fireside Gamers Stories presents:In this powerful and personal episode, @DBurnsTTV joins hosts @c0mmandoftw and @Bkbgrnrjefek to talk about:His transformation before and after the pandemic

• 5 years in the Marine Corps and 3 tours overseas
• The mental health challenges facing veterans today
• Working on Capitol Hill and earning a degree in psychology
• Starting from scratch in the streaming world
• Building community through gaming, retro consoles, and tiny mic interviews
• Balancing professionalism and authenticity as a creator

🔥 Whether you're a veteran, a creator, or just someone trying to find your voice in a noisy world—this episode hits deep.Follow Him: / dburnsttv / dburnsttv / discord 🎧 Listen, like, comment, and subscribe📩 Want to be a guest? DM our hosts or email: office@thelongislandgamingleague.com#FiresideGamersStories #dburnsTV #MentalHealthMatters #VeteranVoices #MilitaryToStreamer #GamingWithPurpose #LIGLMedia #GamingPodcast #TinyMicEnergy #RetroGamer #EsportsCommunity #TwitchStreamer #CommunityOverClout #OpenDuringRenovations

Featuring: Stanley "KiD Muscle" Johnson (@k1dmuscle)In this episode, we sit down with Stanley "KiD Muscle" Johnson—a Pro Boxer, Gaming Content Creator, and the newest Team LI member repping @BigMusclesyndicateStanley is a rising star inside and outside the ring. When he's not knocking opponents out under the management of Eruption Boxing, he’s dominating fight games, building his Twitch presence, and inspiring others with his story of grind, growth, and gamer passion.💥 We talk about:

• His journey from gloves to gamepad
• Balancing a boxing career with gaming content
• What “Team LI” means to him
• His favorite titles, fight game tactics & future goals

📢 Sponsors & Brands:Looking to work with an athlete who bridges the worlds of combat sports and gaming? Stanley is your next great ambassador. Get in early. 💼 Reach out to collaborate.🎧 Tap in, subscribe, and join the conversation.📩 Want to be a guest on the show? DM our hosts:@c0mmandoftw & @Bkbgrnrjefek

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