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Rob Alvarez Bucholska
Rob Alvarez Bucholska January 26, 2026
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Tom Vorselen On Why Effort Isn’t the Problem (Your Learning Systems Are) | Episode 429

  You’ll get the same 14-day free trial either way—but if you use my link, you’ll also be supporting Professor Game: 👉 professorgame.com/openyourskool What if learning felt less like burnout and more like leveling up? We welcome Tom Vorselen, founder of The Study Coach, to […]

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Tribute to Mariano - Web
Professor Game
Professor Game January 19, 2026
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From Theater to Gamification: Lessons I Learned from My Dad | Episode 428

  In this heartfelt episode, Rob reflects on the profound impact his father, Mariano Alvarez, had on his life, particularly as a prominent actor in Venezuela. As he commemorates the 25th anniversary of his father’s passing, Rob shares personal anecdotes that highlight the lessons he […]

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Why Venezuela Couldnt Win - Web
Professor Game
Professor Game January 12, 2026
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When the Game Is Rigged: Why Venezuela Couldn’t Win | Episode 427

  In this rare and deeply personal episode, Rob steps away from the traditional gamification conversation to speak as a Venezuelan. Blending lived experience, political involvement, and game-thinking principles, Rob reflects on the cost of doing everything “by the rules,” the exhaustion of democratic paths, […]

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James Portnow - Web
Rob Alvarez Bucholska
Rob Alvarez Bucholska January 5, 2026
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Beyond Points & Badges: How James Portnow Designs Intrinsic Engagement | Episode 426

  If you’re considering gamification for engagement, retention, or loyalty, I’m happy to compare options with you: professorgame.com/chat What if gamification isn’t about rewards at all? James Portnow joins the Professor Game Podcast to explain why intrinsic engagement, thoughtful iteration, and strong design goals matter […]

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Magical Christmas - Web
Rob Alvarez Bucholska
Rob Alvarez Bucholska December 29, 2025
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The Magic Doesn’t Start Where You Think It Does | Episode 425

    Want to run away from destroying an experience? Happy to brainstorm → professorgame.com/chat A magical Christmas experience in Madrid almost collapsed because of one overlooked detail. We break down a real-world holiday experience through the stages of gamification, and reveal where confusion can […]

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Jade Arthur - Web
Rob Alvarez Bucholska
Rob Alvarez Bucholska December 22, 2025
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Your Bio as an Origin Story: Gamifying the Job Hunt with Jade Arthur | Episode 424

   If you’re considering gamification for engagement, retention, or loyalty, I’m happy to compare options with you: professorgame.com/chat What if your bio was more than a skills list and your job hunt felt like a well-designed game? We explore with our guest Jade Arthur […]

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Rage Quit Streaks - Web
Rob Alvarez Bucholska
Rob Alvarez Bucholska December 15, 2025
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You’re Using Streaks Wrong – Here’s What Actually Works | Episode 423

  Exploring useful streaks for your product or org? Let’s chat → professorgame.com/chat Why do streaks motivate users at first but eventually push them away? Rob explores the psychology behind collapses, the dangers of existing habit metrics, and practical ways to redesign streaks so they […]

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Glen Lubbert
Rob Alvarez Bucholska
Rob Alvarez Bucholska December 8, 2025
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Quests, Self-Talk & Health: Glen Lubbert’s Stamina Lab Game of Life | Episode 422

  Retention or loyalty on your roadmap? Happy to brainstorm → professorgame.com/chat We unpack the “tell the cab driver where to go” strategy, health quests, and the eight magic words that shift self-talk from guilt and shame to possibility and lasting change on this chat […]

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Do You Want To Die - web
Rob Alvarez Bucholska
Rob Alvarez Bucholska December 1, 2025
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Stop Shaming Your Users: Ethical Alternatives to Dark Patterns | Episode 421

  Exploring behavioral design without shaming? Let’s chat → professorgame.com/chat In this episode, we break down the wild world of “confirm shaming”: manipulative, guilt-driven prompts apps use to push you into saying yes. From hilarious to downright unethical examples, we unpack why these dark patterns […]

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Matt Dalio
Rob Alvarez Bucholska
Rob Alvarez Bucholska November 24, 2025
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Building Beats Playing: Matt Dalio’s Path | Episode 420

  Build a thriving, monetized community—without chasing members or cranking out content 24/7. Join us for free: 🏡 professorgame.com/freecommunity-web When is failure the first step to real success? In this episode, Matt Dalio, founder of Endless Studios, shares how a dream project collapsed—and sparked a […]

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