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The Emerald Save Point: Gender in gaming

Gracie Del Rosario and Demetre Roll
March 4, 2026

Gracie and Demetre are joined by Nora Thimmesch and Max Melner as they discuss how gender identity has affected the ways they play games; from crude voice chats to finding a game that fits the play style. 

Music is “80s Retro Synth Wave” by BoDleasons from the Free Music Archive (freemusicarchive.org)

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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.