The GaryVee Audio Experience The Rise of e-Sports & Twitch Streaming | #AskGaryVee 281 w/ Professor Broman
Apr 20, 2019
Join Professor Broman, a Twitch broadcaster and speedrunner celebrated for his charity streams, as he dives into the booming world of e-Sports. They chat about how gaming culture has evolved since 2018, from kids scoring college scholarships for playing video games to the significance of building authentic connections with audiences. With engaging anecdotes and insights into the competitive gaming landscape, this conversation highlights the growing importance of Twitch and e-Sports in American culture.
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Origin Story
- Ben "ProfessorBroman" Bowman was born in St. Louis, Missouri to a Cubs-fan father in Cardinals territory.
- His father persistently pursued his mother for three months despite her engagement.
Gaming Beginnings
- ProfessorBroman's first video game was Contra on the NES, introduced through his cousin.
- He loved video games from the start, which became a lifelong passion.
Twitch Discovery
- ProfessorBroman discovered Twitch through StumbleUpon.
- He saw a charity marathon for Hurricane Sandy victims and was inspired by the community.