Episodes

In this episode of Mindclickers, we sit down with Dr. Mitchell Nicholson - Accredited Exercise Physiologist, Esports researcher, and former Australian National Hockey Team Athlete to break down the future of Esports performance and research.Mitch completed his PhD at Queensland University of Technology, exploring the physiological demands of competitive esports, mental health, cognitive fatigue, and how structured exercise can transform long-term player wellbeing. His mission is to build the first evidence-based physical activity guidelines for esports athletes.Together, we dive into burnout, sleep, behaviour change, tracking heart rate under pressure, esports cultural differences, cognitive 1%ers, the future of the industry, and where research is headed next.00:00 – Intro01:00 – Intro to Dr Mitchell Nicholson03:40 – What led to his interest in esports?05:15 – Current research with Dr Dylan Poulus06:30 – Addressing mental health in esports08:30 – The next 10 ye…

In this episode of Mindclickers, I’m joined by Radu “Radu C” Casapu, the current top-ranked geoguessr player globally and champion 2025 Americas Major. As a pre 2025 World Cup insight, we unpack his rise to the top, dissecting the mindset, tactics, and consistency behind his success including strategies like journalling, flow states, and risk management. Radu also shares how he navigates high-pressure duels, optimizes his practice routines, and stays mentally resilient in competitive play. Wheth...

In this episode of Mindclickers, I’m joined by ProjectBloom, one of the biggest voices in the world of geoguessr Esports. We dive into Bloom’s journey from player to caster, his reflections on the first geoguessr World Cup, and what it takes to prepare for LAN events. Bloom shares insights on the evolving geoguessr meta, the differences between EU and NA playstyles, and the challenges of casting under pressure. 0:50 – Intro 1:15 – Bloom's journey so far, the origin of Geoguessr Esports 7:20 – Go...

dexter is one of Australia’s most accomplished CS IGLs, taking his journey from OCE to the biggest stages in EU. In this episode we dive into his mindset, leadership, tilt management, and the behind-the-scenes grind of pro CS. We cover everything from the struggles of qualifying for LANs in OCE, joining MOUZ, building confidence as an IGL, handling tilt, and the mental preparation that separates pros from the rest. Whether you’re a Counter-Strike fan, an aspiring pro, or just curious about Espor...

In this episode of Mindclickers, I’m joined by zi8gzag, one of the top professional Geoguessr players in the world. We dive deep into his competitive journey, strategies for staying sharp, the mental game behind Geoguessr, and how he manages both competition and content creation. From memory palaces to tilt management, and from scrimming against the best to pushing the meta, this episode is packed with valuable insights for gamers, competitors, and anyone fascinated by geography esports. Timesta...

In this episode of Mindclickers, I’m joined by Jacqui Louder, one of Australia’s most respected sport and performance psychologists, currently working with Collingwood Football Club (AFL) and Melbourne Storm (NRL). With decades of experience in elite sports, Jacqui brings deep insight into the mental side of performance, behaviour change, team culture, and athlete identity. We explore what it’s like to support players at the highest level, how to deal with setbacks, ego, pressure from social med...

🎙️ Season 6, Episode 8 – Christian "TrAiDoS" Staedtter This week on Mindclickers, I’m joined by Christian Staedtter - lecturer, and high-performance researcher with experience across 70+ LAN events since 2011, Christian brings a rare mix of academic insight and practical understanding of elite gaming environments. We unpack psychological and environmental factors that influence performance, including team culture, sound, risk-taking, huddles, leadership, and even how things like air quality migh...

The FUSE Cup - Esports in Schools | Mindclickers Season 6, Episode 5 In this episode of Mindclickers, I’m joined by Daniel Aivaliotis-Martinez, the founder of The FUSE Cup, an international interschool Esports competition that promotes digital wellbeing, inclusion, and positive gaming behaviours among students. With over 18 years of experience in education and digital innovation, Dan shares how The FUSE Cup is helping reshape the role of gaming in schools across Australia and Asia. From building...

Chris Smith – Founder of BIGR | Ex-Pro Gamer, CMO, and Creative Strategist In this episode of Mindclickers, I’m joined by Chris Smith, a veteran of the gaming and Esports industry who has worn nearly every hat from semi-pro gamer to commentator, CMO, and founder of a multi-seven-figure marketing agency. Now, Chris is building BIGR, an AI-driven platform that automates social media content for small businesses. We dive into his journey through the gaming industry, the origin of BIGR, content crea...