Gracie and Demetre discuss the stereotypes and assumptions about being a gamer and the importance of embracing your nerdy passions in 2026.
Music is “80s Retro Synth Wave” by BoDleasons from the Free Music Archive (freemusicarchive.org)
The Emerald Save Point: The Gamer Cliché.
January 20, 2026
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About the Contributors
Gracie Del Rosario, Podcast Producer
Gracie is a senior at the University of Oregon majoring in Journalism and minoring in Folklore & Public Culture and Video Game studies. She is passionate about making fun and entertaining content whilst still be informative and honest.
Demetre Roll, Podcast producer
Demetre is currently a junior with a major in Journalism & a Game Studies minor, and currently co-hosts the podcast series the “Emerald Save Point” alongside Gracie Del Rosario.