Tauren Think Tank: The Podcast About the Blizzard Gamer Behind the Keyboard

New mounts to share, new boss kills to report, and an unintentionally-supersized show, just for you! Our discussion question: What can do I to keep the racist, sexist, and offensive behavior in Trade Chat, and people who kill NPCs for fun from negatively impacting my WoW experience? Our Think Tank question: I’m getting treatment for very vivid thoughts of walking up to strangers and killing them. I have a girlfriend who I want to be honest with, but she’s never seen me at my worst. How can I talk to her about this? Be a part of the show by sending your Tell Us One Thing questions, feedback, and requests for advice to questions@taurenthinktank.com. Slash Moo, everybody!   Website: http://taurenthinktank.com Patreon site: http://patreon.com/taurenthinktank Twitter: @TaurenThinkTank Facebook: http://facebook.com/taurenthinktank

There’s some big news to share for Cat on Fire and Marconin is doing his best Orc peon impression...in real life. Our discussion question: I’ve found my passion of being a stand-up comedian, but my two jobs leave me with no time to actually practice in open-mic nights. At what point do you decide to put your dream on hold, or should you just throw caution to the wind and go for it? Our Think Tank question: My raiding group has a problem team member, but the dynamics of our cross-server, multi-guild raid composition makes it difficult for her behavior to be addressed, and she keeps acting out. Should I stand aside or get involved? Be a part of the show by sending your Tell Us One Thing questions, feedback, and requests for advice to questions@taurenthinktank.com. Slash Moo, everybody!   Website: http://taurenthinktank.com Patreon site: http://patreon.com/taurenthinktank Twitter: @TaurenThinkTank Facebook: http://facebook.com/taurenthinktank  

It’s a holiday weekend, but for poor Marconin, it’s a long... weekend.  Check out this episode for 5 minutes of thoughts about no flying in Draenor, and for Marconin’s story on how he hurt himself playing trombone. Our discussion question: Have you ever had a time when you felt your life lacked purpose? What did you do to get past it? Our Think Tank question: We have a transgender woman on our team, and though the team is accepting, we sometimes slip up and refer to her as “he” or him” without meaning to. How do we get more comfortable as a team when we accidentally mix up gender pronouns? Be a part of the show by sending your Tell Us One Thing questions, feedback, and requests for advice to questions@taurenthinktank.com. Slash Moo, everybody!   Website: http://taurenthinktank.com Patreon site: http://patreon.com/taurenthinktank Twitter: @TaurenThinkTank Facebook: http://facebook.com/taurenthinktank  

It’s our 3-year anniversary, and we’re celebrating with some fun segments - Tell Me A Story and the return of the Taste Tanks with Japanese Kit Kats! Our discussion question: When I get rejected by people I want to date, I just put it aside and don’t really care about it much. Is this okay to do? Our Think Tank question: I suffer from 30+ suicidal ideations per day, but I’ve found a way to manage it on my own because I can’t go to therapy. Is this a good idea? Be a part of the show by sending your Tell Us One Thing questions, feedback, and requests for advice to questions@taurenthinktank.com. Slash Moo, everybody!   Website: http://taurenthinktank.com Patreon site: http://patreon.com/taurenthinktank Twitter: @TaurenThinkTank Facebook: http://facebook.com/taurenthinktank

We’re back after the Minnesota Meetup - lots to share and update you on! Our discussion question: Do you feel that people seek out compliments and praise from others because our society is so reluctant to give praise to others? Why is this? Our Think Tank question: My wife cheated on me, and I’m trying to get past the sadness for myself and my daughter. I love her and want to be with her, but I feel like I’ve failed at everything. What advice do you have for me? Be a part of the show by sending your Tell Us One Thing questions, feedback, and requests for advice to questions@taurenthinktank.com. Slash Moo, everybody! Website: http://taurenthinktank.com Patreon site: http://patreon.com/taurenthinktank Twitter: @TaurenThinkTank Facebook: http://facebook.com/taurenthinktank

Raiding, gold-making, and leveling...and advice! Our discussion question: I bought my first BlizzCon ticket! I’m attending alone and I’m nervous about not knowing anyone. What can I do to feel more comfortable? Our Think Tank question: Is it necessary to be a jerk to be a raid leader? My teammates are leaving because our leader makes the experience uncomfortable.  Be a part of the show by sending your Tell Us One Thing questions, feedback, and requests for advice to questions@taurenthinktank.com. Slash Moo, everybody!   Website: http://taurenthinktank.com Patreon site: http://patreon.com/taurenthinktank Twitter: @TaurenThinkTank Facebook: http://facebook.com/taurenthinktank  

Marconin has a mount-collector’s milestone to share on this week’s show! Our discussion question: I want to find my passion but I don’t know how. I think I really enjoy PvP but I don’t think I’m entertaining enough to stream or do a podcast. How do I look for a passion? Our Think Tank question: The person hired as our plant manager is causing harm to our company. I have the pull to get him demoted but I don’t want to make anyone angry. What should I do?  Be a part of the show by sending your Tell Us One Thing questions, feedback, and requests for advice to questions@taurenthinktank.com. Slash Moo, everybody!   Website: http://taurenthinktank.com Patreon site: http://patreon.com/taurenthinktank Twitter: @TaurenThinkTank Facebook: http://facebook.com/taurenthinktank

There’s WoW game tokens, life changes, and meetups to discuss on this week’s show! Think Tank question #1: I still have feelings for my ex-girlfriend, who dumped me 7 years ago. We’re both married, but I had to skip my mother’s wedding because I knew my ex would be there. How can I get over these feelings? Think Tank Question #2: I look in the mirror and I see a monster. I go through the motions in life, trying to act normal, but nearly everyone I come in contact with seems to be not worth their oxygen. Can anyone come back from this?  Be a part of the show by sending your Tell Us One Thing questions, feedback, and requests for advice to questions@taurenthinktank.com. Slash Moo, everybody!   Website: http://taurenthinktank.com Patreon site: http://patreon.com/taurenthinktank Twitter: @TaurenThinkTank\ Facebook: http://facebook.com/taurenthinktank

We’re back after a week of travel, sickness, big life changes brewing, and a whole lot more. Our discussion topic: How do you get into podcasting? What investment do you need, and how do you find your passion? Our question of the week: I have a hard time with fear of making big changes in my life. I need to pursue a change in my career so I can support our growing family. How do I get myself over the fear and just get going?  Be a part of the show by sending your Tell Us One Thing questions, feedback, and requests for advice to questions@taurenthinktank.com. Slash Moo, everybody!   Website: http://taurenthinktank.com Patreon site: http://patreon.com/taurenthinktank Twitter: @TaurenThinkTank Facebook: http://facebook.com/taurenthinktank

Marconin has new mounts to feed, and Jules is running old raids for gold with no idea what to spend it on! Our discussion topic: I gave my number to my coworker two weeks ago, but she hasn’t called or texted. When I asked, she said she’s been busy, but she keep flirting with me at work. Is this worth pursuing? Our question of the week: I’ve been raiding with a group since Wrath, and I’ve switched my spec from tank to DPS to get my spot back after leaving for a while. I’ve won my tank spot back, but now the team is planning to merge with another and I’m being asked to DPS again, which I don’t want. Do I have the right to be upset about this?  Be a part of the show by sending your Tell Us One Thing questions, feedback, and requests for advice to questions@taurenthinktank.com. Slash Moo, everybody!   Website: http://taurenthinktank.com Patreon site: http://patreon.com/taurenthinktank Twitter: @TaurenThinkTank Facebook: http://facebook.com/taurenthinktank  

There are Legendary Maces, new mounts, and SELFIE cameras to talk about on this week’s show!. Our discussion topic: Friendships - how do they evolve and what are the signs when a friendship is changing or drifting apart? Our question of the week: My girlfriend and I are in love and I’m willing to move and get a new job in her city to be with her. However, she has a terminal illness and no one know how much time she has left. Is this the right thing to be doing, knowing that I’m going to lose her? Be a part of the show by sending your Tell Us One Thing questions, feedback, and requests for advice to questions@taurenthinktank.com. Slash Moo, everybody!   Website: http://taurenthinktank.com Patreon site: http://patreon.com/taurenthinktank Twitter: @TaurenThinkTank Facebook: http://facebook.com/taurenthinktank  

Marconin got more mounts and spent a mountain of gold, and Jules has been trying to find the mountain of gold. Our discussion topic: When someone is away from WoW for an extended period of time and wants to return, how can they overcome the feeling of being left behind or not knowing where to begin to catch up? Our question of the week: I’m an adult in my 20s, and my parents split two years ago. They keep trying to have family gathering at holidays for us, but one or both of them doesn’t want to be there. How can I tell them to just be honest with me and my brothers? Be a part of the show by sending your Tell Us One Thing questions, feedback, and requests for advice to questions@taurenthinktank.com. Slash Moo, everybody!   Website: http://taurenthinktank.com Patreon site: http://patreon.com/taurenthinktank Twitter: @TaurenThinkTank Facebook: http://facebook.com/taurenthinktank

Marconin is down with the Selfie sickness and is not ashamed! Jules is fishing her life away for Nat Pagle, that slavedriver. Our discussion topic: We talk Myes-Briggs personality profiles! How can you use this information in a guild or raid situation, as well as in your outside life  Our question of the week: I’ve been asked to be the best man for my online friend’s wedding - the problem is, we’ve never met in person! People think I would be crazy to accept. What do you think? Be a part of the show by sending your Tell Us One Thing questions, feedback, and requests for advice to questions@taurenthinktank.com. Slash Moo, everybody!   Website: http://taurenthinktank.com Patreon site: http://patreon.com/taurenthinktank Twitter: @TaurenThinkTank Facebook: http://facebook.com/taurenthinktank  

There are cats on fire, illnesses, and stories of heroic deeds with friends in this episode! Our discussion topic: Jules shares more information about the difficulties with her in-laws, this time focused around her stepdaughter not wanting to spend time with her grandparents anymore. What would you do in her shoes? Our question of the week: I have problems making friends. I feel like I don’t know anybody in game, but I’m afraid to put myself out there because I don’t think anyone will like me. What can I do? Be a part of the show by sending your Tell Us One Thing questions, feedback, and requests for advice to questions@taurenthinktank.com. Slash Moo, everybody! Website: http://taurenthinktank.com Patreon site: http://patreon.com/taurenthinktank Twitter: @TaurenThinkTankFacebook: http://facebook.com/taurenthinktank  

There’s fun, surprises  and Valentine’s stories on this week’s show! Our discussion topic: I think I am drawn to being a leader! What is bad and good about leadership?Our question of the week: I’m a guild leader, but my third shift job makes me feel like I’m not doing the best for the guild. What should I do? Be a part of the show by sending your Tell Us One Thing questions, feedback, and requests for advice to questions@taurenthinktank.com. Slash Moo, everybody!   Website: http://taurenthinktank.com Patreon site: http://patreon.com/taurenthinktank Twitter: @TaurenThinkTank Facebook: http://facebook.com/taurenthinktank