In this inspiring and eye-opening episode, hosts Markivus Nious and Scharonne Herrington sit down with Faith Thomas, the creator of the Cosmic Afroverse — a community built to empower Black women and feminine-presenting individuals in gaming and creative spaces.<br /><br />Together, they dive into the rich conversation around:<br /> The historical underrepresentation of Black characters in video games Why representation matters for both players and creators The creative power of RPGs and storytelling The importance of inclusive communities where everyone is seen and valued Faith’s mission to build resources and opportunities for aspiring Black women game developers<br />Faith shares her gaming journey, her creative inspirations, and the challenges that come with navigating a space that hasn’t always welcomed diversity. The episode is a heartfelt celebration of creativity, identity, and community building — reminding us all that every voice counts, and that creativity should never be stifled.<br /><br /> Tune in for stories, laughs, and real talk about the future of gaming.Representation. Creativity. Empowerment. This is the Cosmic Afroverse. Show Takeaways<br /><ul><li>The Cosmic Afroverse uplifts and empowers Black women gamers</li><li>Representation has improved, but there’s more work to do</li><li>RPGs help us connect deeply with characters and stories</li><li>Creative expression fuels personal and professional growth</li><li>Community building is essential for empowerment</li><li>Diversity and inclusion make the gaming industry stronger</li></ul> Subscribe, Comment &amp; Share!<br />Join the tribe at 40 Something Gamers Podcast and support independent media. Merch: <a href="http://nious-media.printful.me/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">nious-media.printful.me</a> Episodes &amp; clips on our YouTube: @Markivus<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/40-something-gamers-podcast--5073028/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/40-something-gamers-podcast--5073028/support</a>.