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Equity, Accessibility, and Joy: The Healing Impact of Games with Paige Harvey

October 2, 2025 at 9:00 AM

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It's Monday.. it's new episode release day! And this week is super special as we met up with Paige Harvey from @specialeffect.org.uk to discuss our fave topic, the healing power of games.

So grab a coffee and enjoy another heartfelt chat
#gamingpodcast #accessibility

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How Halo Saved a Gamer Girl #halocombatevolved

September 29, 2025 at 8:54 PM

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#Halo had a massive impact on so many gamers. One of those was Amelia Lemoncat who realised later in life that it got her through a tough time.

#savedbygaming #gamingpodcast #bungie

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Ranking the Resident Evil Games #podcast

September 19, 2025 at 7:26 AM

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We didn't hold back when discussing the #residentevil franchise.
My guest this week was Amelia Lemoncat and we dug into her favourite franchise, as well as the comfort of #horrorgames for so many people.

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#gamingcommunity #gamingpodcast

Comfort in the Dark: How Horror and Cozy Games Save Us

September 17, 2025 at 8:41 AM

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Happy Monday all! And it is, because with it comes the latest episode of Saved By Gaming :)

This week we're speaking to the one and only Amelia Lemoncat, on the coziness of #horrorgames and the life saving power of #StardewValley

Hope you'll share the love and enjoy x

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September 15, 2025 at 8:22 AM

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Gaming is good for the soul. So much so that @gametherapyuk.bsky.social use it as a therapeutic tool with great success.

Comedian & Chairman, Gary Colman explained how it all came about in the latest episode of #savedbygaming

#d&d #gamingcommunity #mentalhealth

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Can D&D battle trauma?

The Cosy Horror Corner of the internet🍋 A spooky, safe, cosy place for everyone to spend time - all are welcome and we always have space for new friends in our beautiful community! 🖤 Join every Monday...

September 12, 2025 at 1:18 PM

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Currently editing the next episode of the podcast for Monday's release. We're chatting with Amelia LemonCat on the healing vibes of cozy horror streams.
Not to mention the challenge of living in a Stardew world!

www.twitch.tv/amelialemoncat
#gamingpodcast #gamingcommunity

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September 11, 2025 at 9:35 AM

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We’ve all felt it. It’s why we play games. But it’s not just you. Gaming can be a brilliant therapeutic tool when used correctly.

#gaming #d&d #ttrpg #gamingcommunity

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Do all gamers understand this secret? #podcast

Why All Games are Therapeutic

September 5, 2025 at 8:28 AM

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Are all games therapeutic? Gary Colman of Game Therapy UK believes so and it's a topic we dissect in the latest episode of Saved By Gaming.

Ever felt the comforting safety of a game or it's community? Then come join the conversation x

#gamingpodcast #gametherapy #d&d

In the latest episode of @SavedByGamingPod we chatted with Gary Colman, Comedian, Doctor & Chairman of Game Therapy UK on the healing power of games. Join us every episode as we feature real…

From D&D to Game Therapy UK: Exploring Therapeutic Gaming with Gary Colman

September 3, 2025 at 8:31 AM

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The healing power of games is what we’re all about. So it made sense to chat with Gary Colman the Chairman of @gametherapyuk.bsky.social to discuss things in more detail.

Welcome to the latest episode of Saved By Gaming. 💜🎮

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Why social media is hurting long form content #podcast

September 1, 2025 at 9:24 AM

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Not only did we discuss the healing powers of #EldenRing. But as can be the case on the Saved By Gaming podcast, we ventured into gaming culture and rants about social media.

Long form content anyone?

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Is it art or content? Why creativity should not be undervalued

August 25, 2025 at 10:09 AM

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We discuss the power of gaming ever episode but sometimes there are rabbit holes.

Is your art undervalued by labelling it content?

#gamingcommunity #podcast #content

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How Elden Ring Sparked Creativity & Mental Health

August 22, 2025 at 11:00 PM

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Sam Hollis of Moondays shared his #EldenRing journey with me and that sparked us to explore the challenges and rewards of content creation, not to mention the broader gaming culture as well.

More real talk on Saved by Gaming! #gamingcommunity #gaming #mentalhealth

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What Elden Ring Teaches Us About Struggle

August 21, 2025 at 9:44 PM

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#EldenRing gets a lot of praise. But this week’s guest found it a saving grace in tough times.

I don’t think they’re alone.

#gamingcommunity #darksouls #soulsborne #mentalhealth #gamingcommunity

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More than a game: How Elden Ring sparked creativity and community

August 19, 2025 at 3:28 PM

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New episode day! Elden Ring has many facets. But saving lives? Sparking community?
Yep it does that too. As I discussed with my next guest in Saved By Gaming 🎮💜

More than a game: How Elden Ring sparked creativity and community
youtu.be/UBj3PzO7vOc
#EldenRing #gamingcommunity #gaming #darksouls

Why Playing Games Together Matters More Than Ever

August 18, 2025 at 6:22 AM

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It makes all the difference!

Why Playing Games Together Matters More Than Ever
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#gamingcommunity #gaming #mentalhealth #ttrpg #boardgames #tabletop

How a Game Helped Me Process Grief

August 9, 2025 at 6:55 PM

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Gaming helped my guest this week cope with grief.

The journey they took in @hyperluminalgames.com’s #PineHearts helped them process things in a whole new light.

That’s why we discuss the positive power of play in every episode.

#gaming #gamingcommunity #mentalhealth
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The Power of Community in Games #stillwakesthedeep

August 8, 2025 at 7:06 AM

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Really excited to play #stillwakesthedeep this week. Especially after chatting with Vicki Fieldhouse from @wearesecretmode.com on the impact of their gaming community.

People do amazing things 🤓

youtube.com/shorts/68HAF...

#gaming #gamingcommunity #thechineseroom

How Gaming Helped Cope with Depression

August 6, 2025 at 9:19 AM

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Finding your tribe is a huge deal and games bring people together in amazing ways. As the #stillwakesthedeep community showcases.

Vicki Fieldhouse of @wearesecretmode.com and I discussed the joy of community in the latest episode of #savedbygaming.

#gamingcommunity

youtube.com/shorts/68HAF...

August 6, 2025 at 6:05 AM

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@savedbygaming.bsky.social

Gaming, the power of play and community can get us through so much.

This week’s episode is another verification of that fact.

How Gaming Helped Cope with Depression
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#gamingcommunity #gaming

Leveling Up Through Life: Mental Health, Friendship & the Games that Saves Us

August 4, 2025 at 5:30 PM

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Another week, another episode and this week we welcome the inspiring Vicki Fieldhouse of @wearesecretmode.com to discuss mental health, depression and the challenges of life we all face and how the power of games and community helped to navigate it all.

#gamingcommunity

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From Community to Career: @BehavingBeardly's Twitch Journey

August 4, 2025 at 8:05 AM

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The conversation with @behavingbeardly.bsky.social inspired me so much. Seeing their journey is an inspiring one for all the streamers and creators out there.

From Community to Career: BehavingBeardly's Twitch Journey
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#gamingcommunity #podcast #community #streamer