This week on The St. Louis Podcast, hosts Garrett Atkins and Eric Brown welcome Chris Marsh, co-founder of Dexerto Media Group, for an episode packed with insights into gaming, media, and the challenges of digital culture. Chris shares Dexerto’s journey from its founding to becoming a global leader in esports and gaming content, highlighting key milestones, SEO strategies, and the company’s approach to merging gaming with mainstream media. The conversation also dives into the darker side of gaming culture, discussing the growing issue of gambling addiction tied to Counter-Strike skins and the impact it’s having on young gamers. Chris offers his perspective on how platforms like Twitch are losing advertisers, the rise of IRL (in real life) streaming, and the evolving relationship between creators and audiences. The hosts also tackle broader tech topics, including Mark Zuckerberg’s community notes initiative and how it’s shaping social media discourse. From Dexerto’s future plans to navigating challenges in digital content creation, this episode explores the intersection of gaming, media, and culture in today’s fast-paced world. Whether you’re a gamer, content creator, or entrepreneur, this episode is a must-listen for anyone curious about the inner workings of the gaming industry and the forces shaping its future. We would also like to give a special shoutout and express our gratitude to Mark Lee from Farmers Insurance St. Louis for being one of our valued sponsors. Mark is an experienced insurance professional and dedicated agent who brings expertise and exceptional service to his clients. As a sponsor, Mark supports our podcast and helps us continue to provide valuable content to our listeners. We appreciate his commitment to our show and his contribution to our mission of delivering engaging and informative episodes. If you're in need of insurance services, we highly recommend reaching out to Mark Lee at Farmers Insurance St. Louis. With his expertise and personalized approach, he can assist you in finding the right coverage to meet your needs. We want to extend a big thank you to Mark Lee and Farmers Insurance St. Louis for their support.  Visit insurancecareerstl.com to start the journey of opening your own Farmers Insurance agency! 📆 Never miss an episode: Hit subscribe and the bell icon to get notified about our latest content that's knocking out the ordinary.  👉 Connect with us! Website: https://stlouispodcast.com/ Facebook: The St. Louis Podcast Instagram: @stlouispodcast  Twitter: @stlouispodcasts Tik Tok: @stlouispodcast

This week on The St. Louis Podcast, hosts Garrett Atkins and Eric Brown welcome Chris Marsh, co-founder of Dexerto Media Group, for an episode packed with insights into gaming, media, and the challenges of digital culture. Chris shares Dexerto’s journey from its founding to becoming a global leader in esports and gaming content, highlighting key milestones, SEO strategies, and the company’s approach to merging gaming with mainstream media.  The conversation also dives into the darker side of ...

Gaming & Beyond with Chris Marsh - The St. Louis Podcast: Episode #97