Legal Cases to Dungeon Races: The Hulahoops episode
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Dive into an inspiring journey with Hulahoops, a former lawyer turned gaming industry leader, in this episode of "Recruit a Friend." Sean delves into Hulahoops' transition from practicing law to making a significant impact in the World of Warcraft community through Raider.io. From her early days of gaming as a stress reliever during university to becoming the General Manager of Raider.io, Hulahoops shares insights into her professional evolution, the dynamic growth of Raider.io, and their pivotal role as an official partner for MDI and AWC.
Hulahoops also explores the creation and evolution of Women in Warcraft, a crucial initiative aimed at supporting women and gender minorities within the gaming sphere. Listen as she recounts her personal experiences in MDI, the development of Raider.io's team and structure, and her thoughts on the future of gaming and inclusivity.
Chapter Insights:
0:00 - Introduction and Background
1:07 - Exposure to the Warcraft Universe
4:44 - Transition from Law to Gaming
26:07 - Applying for a Job at Raider.io
27:34 - Creating Events and Writing Content
29:27 - Growing the Team and Adding Structure
30:25 - Becoming the General Manager
33:41 - Diversity and Growth at Raider.io
37:29 - Official Partnership for MDI and AWC
43:09 - Legal Work and Contract Reviews
44:06 - Competing in the MDI
50:52 - MDI Experience and Strategies
54:31 - Founding Women in Warcraft
59:10 - Empowering Programs and Workshops
1:08:46 - Independence and Future Visions
1:19:01 - The Path Forward: Rebranding and Plans
1:21:41 - Quasi-lawyering and Personal Insights
1:22:22 - The Future of Hula Hoops
1:23:24 - Community Engagement at BlizzCon
1:25:19 - Raider.io's Community Impact
1:26:12 - Enhancing the Gaming Experience
1:28:07 - Personal Life and Future Aspirations
1:28:46 - Rapid Fire Questions: Hulahoops Unplugged
1:39:02 - Behind the Mic: Casting Stories
1:41:32 - Connecting with Hulahoops
Connect with Hulahoops:
Twitter: https://twitter.com/hulahoopsy
Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/hulahoopsy
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RiversideFM: https://bit.ly/raf_riverside
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Embark on this episode as Hulahoops unravels her unique story of passion, perseverance, and the pursuit of creating a more inclusive gaming community. From courtroom to Azeroth, discover the transformative power of gaming and community support in shaping a brighter future for all players.
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