Pondering Nerdcast Episode 27: #StopTheLies
Is YouTube Red worth your money?, what took Nintendo so long to make a cell phone game?, has Detroit become the fictional robot capital? and did the Halo 5 Ads lie to the fans? Find out on this episode of the Pondering Nerdcast.
Show Notes
YOUTUBE RED COULD BE THE NEW HULU PLUS. (http://bit.ly/1N9T2SQ)
It's OK to hack your own car, US copyright authorities rule. (http://bit.ly/1N9T5y2)
Sony revels in revealing the PS4’s future at Paris Games Week. (http://bit.ly/1N9TbWr)
Detroit | Announce TRAILER | #PlayStationPGW. (http://bit.ly/1N9Tgtg)
Nintendo announces first smartphone title Miitomo, delays launch to 2016. (http://bit.ly/1N9TNeM)
'Batman: Arkham Knight' returns to PC with some lingering issues. (http://engt.co/1N9TUXw)
Halo 5 Ads Lied To You. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8-LAxgocOpw)
New Battlefront trailer released. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V2xp-qtUlsQ)
Man crashes world premiere of spectre using Bond style tactics. (http://bit.ly/1N9TpwO)
Pondering Nerdcast Episode 26: Star Wars theories
On this episode we offer our theories on the upcoming Star Wars Movie, Self-Lacing sneakers are real, and the Telltale’s Game of Thrones. All this and on the Pondering Nerdcast.
Show Notes
Try out the 'Paranormal Activity' VR game at some AMC theaters. (http://engt.co/1Kp9Q1X)
Nike confirms self-lacing sneakers from 'Back to the Future' are real. (http://on.mash.to/1Kp9WGO)
Star Wars Official Trailer. (http://bit.ly/1W6wOaf)
Former Dead Island 2 Dev Says Losing Project Was a "Catastrophic" Blow. (http://l.gamespot.com/1W6x4WD)
Telltale's Game of Thrones finale arrives in mid-November, first episode now free. (http://bit.ly/1W6x8FG)
Pondering Nerdcast Episode 25: TekForce
This week on the Pondering Nerdcast: special guest and ultra cool cat, Nerdcore Rap Artist, TekForce. He stops to talk about his latest album Tek Support and how he got into the genre. Later, we have an awesome group discussion based on an article written by one of GR's own that deals with pandering to minority groups in game development. All this and more, right now!
Also, we forgot to mention this during actual recording, but definitely a big shout out to Levi Irwin, AKA RetroInactive, for introducing us to Tek!
Pondering Nerdcast Episode 24: Haters gonna hate
On this episode we talk about Call of Duty Twitter making fake terrorist attacks, facebook is going to let you have animated profile pics and a man propose on a Livestream of Destiny. All this and more on the Pondering Nerdcast.
Show Notes
Tech
Google and Microsoft end their years-long patent war. (http://engt.co/1LlzTOr)
YOUR FACEBOOK PROFILE PIC CAN NOW BE AN ANIMATED SELFIE. (http://bit.ly/1LlAM9C)
Gaming
Former ESPN Host Criticizes Gaming Again. (http://l.gamespot.com/1LlztaO)
Call of Duty Live Tweeted a Fake Terrorist Attack. (http://l.gamespot.com/1LlzwDx)
Watch Man Propose During Destiny Livestream. (http://l.gamespot.com/1YSwWZE)
Pondering Nerdcast Episode 23 Where are movies headed
On this episode, we discuss the 360 degrees Star Wars trailer and what the future holds for VR entertainment. Ocarina of Time meets Unreal Engine 4, it made us want something we may never get. All this and more on the Pondering Nerdcast.
Show Notes
Speed across the Jakku desert from Star Wars: The Force Awakens with this immersive 360 experience created exclusively for Facebook. (http://on.fb.me/1NPPOU3)
Ocarina of Time meets Unreal Engine 4 - Kakariko Village. (http://bit.ly/1NPPN2c)
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Pondering Nerdcast Episode 22: Dave Fennoy
On this very special episode of the Pondering Nerdcast, voice actor Dave Fennoy sits down with Lance and Meke to talk about his illustrious career and upcoming projects. With 140+ video games under his belt, you could say he knows his way around the microphone. So much insight, so many dreads!
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Guest Info
@DaveFennoy/ Dave Fennoy
www.DaveFennoy.com
http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0271965/
Pondering Nerdcast Episode 21: The Kohlrabi
Summary
We welcome Brent Jareske the creator of TheKohlrabi.com a satirical gaming site and chat about Zack Snyder addressing DC movie rumors, Ronda Rousey gets the lead role Road House the remake and Pokémon Go. All this and more on this episode of the Pondering Nerdcast.
Show Notes
Apple TV's first exclusive may be a fashion channel. (http://bit.ly/1ixKGYX)
MMA Fighter Ronda Rousey to Star in 'Road House' Remake. (http://bit.ly/1ixKZDc)
Zack Snyder Addresses DC movie rumors. (http://bit.ly/1ixL75G)
10 action games we’re dying to play on the new Apple TV. (http://bit.ly/1ixLjSl)
Pokémon GO allows players to find, catch, trade, and battle on your iPhone or Android device (http://bit.ly/1EXkGAm)
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Guest Host
@TheKohlrabi/ Brent Jareske
Pondering Nerdcast Episode 20: Solid Metal Gear talk
On this episode we talk about the Machinima settlement with the FTC, Battlefront says no to 'Server Browers,' and we get into some Metal Gear Solid talk with Brasel the Gamer.
Show Notes
Machinima settles with FTC over misleading Xbox endorsements. (http://for.tn/1fWkZiZ)
'Star Wars Battlefront' Won't Have A Server Browser, And Gamers Aren't Happy. (http://onforb.es/1fWkZzA)
881 E.T. cartridges buried in New Mexico desert sell for $107,930.15. (http://bit.ly/1fWl5Hq)
Google takes on Twitch today with YouTube Gaming. (http://bit.ly/1fWlcCE)
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Pondering Nerdcast Episode 18: Step your game up Playstation!
Summary
On this episode we talk about sony’s playstation and their new expensive accessory and a new price hike for UK PS4 owners. Also NBC confirms it NBC will reboot Xena. All this and on the Pondering Nerdcast.
Show Notes
UK PS4 owners will soon pay more for online multiplayer. (http://engt.co/1Jf81uv)
Sony's New PS4 Projector Costs As Much As The Console. (http://onforb.es/1Jf87Cn)
NBC Confirms the Rumored 'Xena' Reboot and Lucy Lawless Reacts. (http://bit.ly/1Jf8LzM)
In other reboot news, Will Smith is rumored to be trying to bring ‘Fresh Prince’ Back. (http://bit.ly/1Ty0qMd)
'Final Fantasy XV' To Get Simultaneous Worldwide Release.(http://onforb.es/1Jf9XTC)
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Pondering Nerdcast Episode 17: Gamescom 2015
Summary
Is Sony Pictures out of ideas for movies? The Deadpool trailer is glorious, tons of Gamescom thoughts, and more; on this episode on the Pondering Nerdcast!
Show Notes
95’ movie classic, Jumanji, gets a remake and release date. (http://huff.to/1J0Gj4o)
Deadpool trailer gets fans HYPED! (http://bit.ly/1J0GmNA)
Gamescom coverage. (http://bit.ly/1J0GooP)
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Pondering Nerdcast - Episode 16: Alec Peters (Star Trek Axanar) Interview
On this episode of the Pondering Nerdcast: Nate and Zack get a chance to sit down and talk with writer, actor, and producer Alec Peters about his current project on IndieGoGo.com, Star Trek: Axanar. We discuss everything from how the project originated to current events on the set. We also talk about the cast/crew, and even who the best Captain of all time was. All this and more on this episode of the Pondering Nerdcast!
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@StarTrekAxanar/ Star Trek Axanar
Ponderng Nerdcast Episode 15: Interview Lizzette Lewis
Summary
On this episode we interview Sailor Xtasy aka Lizzette Lewis about her experience as a cosplayer for the last nine years. This and more on the Pondering Nerdcast.
Show Notes
Sailor Xtasy Cosplay. (http://on.fb.me/1IjSPtu)
Waku Waku NYC. (http://wakuwakunyc.com/)
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Guest Host
@sailorxtasy/ Lizzette Lewis
Ponderinding Nerdcast Episode 14: SDCC 2015 Trailers
Summary
Trailers trailers trailers man!. We talk about some of the trailers that came out of this year San Diego Comic Con and much more on this episode of the Pondering Nerdcast.
Show Notes
All the Essential Comic-Con Trailers You Should Watch Right Now. (http://wrd.cm/1CKfRZZ)
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Pondering Nerdcast Episode 13: Howard Scott Warshaw
Summary
On this very special episode of the Pondering Nerdcast we interview Psychotherapist, Author, Technologist, Moviemaker, and Actor Howard Scott Warshaw. He is also the Video Game Designer behind tittles like Yars' Revenge, Raiders of the Lost Ark, and E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial. All this and more on the Pondering Nerdcast.
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Special Guest
@HSWarshaw/ Howard Scott Warshaw
Pondering Nerdcast Episode 12: Give us the Pokemon R.P.G we want!
Summary
Where did the Wii U go wrong?, 100 units of Xbox One sold in the japan?, Gamestop sells retro games? and why is Bungie salty?
Show Notes
Miyamoto on where the Wii U went wrong. (http://bit.ly/1BzF8pb)
The Xbox One is being outsold by the PS3 in Japan right now. (http://bit.ly/1BzFegC)
GameStop opens up sales for 'retro classics'. (http://bit.ly/1BzF9cJ)
Bungie gets salty defending Destiny's expansion price. (http://bit.ly/1BzFc8n)
DESTINY: BUNGIE APOLOGIZES TO FANS. (http://bit.ly/1LHMJlW)
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Pondering Nerdcast Episode 11: E3 - The Wrap up!
Summary
E3 has once again come and gone. *Sigh* On this episode, we talk about our favorite highlights of 2015's E3 with special guests, Gaming Rebellion's own, Aggro-Sky and Derik Moore. Joy and rage ensues! All this and more on the Pondering Nerdcast.
Show Notes
http://www.e3expo.com/takeover
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Pondering Nerdcast Episode 10: Fallout 4 & Summer Movies!
Summary
On this episode of the Pondering Nerdcast: we talk about digital game refunds on Steam, the Fallout 4 trailer and summer movies we are looking forward to seeing.
Show Notes
Steam Refunds. (http://bit.ly/1Ftuahi)
Dark Souls 3 E3 Reveal Rumoured. (http://l.gamespot.com/1HTxT8v)
Fallout 4 – Official Trailer. (http://bit.ly/1KO5cjm)
Mighty No. 9 is now available for pre order. (Gameplay Trailer: http://bit.ly/1KO5oiD)
Summer movies we are looking forward to:
American Ultra. (http://bit.ly/1HTy4kf)
Joe Dirt 2: Beautiful Loser. (http://bit.ly/1HTy6IV)
Ted 2. (http://bit.ly/1HTy7fX)
Batkid Begins. (http://apple.co/1HTy8jM)
Entourage. (http://apple.co/1HTy9Ek)
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Pondering Nerdcast Episode 9: E3 2015 - Previews and Prospects
Summary
Today we talk about everything E3 2015, predictions, schedules, live stream, is Reggie's boyd ready? You know the important things. All this and more on this episode of the Pondering Nerdcast.
Show Notes
E3 2015 Live Streams and Press Conferences. (http://bit.ly/1FjzYcf)
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Pondering Nerdcast Episode 8: Can video games gives you Alzheimer?
Summary
Misogynists are upset about Mad Max, Nintendo hires Bowser? And Robots now write articles. All this and more on this episode of the Pondering Nerdcast. Also special thanks to our guest host this week Frank Frimpong- Manso of Good Games Podcast fame.
Show Notes
Misogynists are totally right to be mad at Mad Max. (http://bit.ly/1c6DuPM)
Xbox One Digital TV Tuner hits the US and Canada today. (http://engt.co/1c6EEux)
Gaming cooperatively makes you more sociable, say scientists. (http://engt.co/1c6EvqZ)
Robotic news writers are faster, but not necessarily better. (http://engt.co/1c6Exz7)
Nintendo makes the perfect hire. (http://bit.ly/1c8jzQr)
Shenmue and Streets of Rage soundtracks are coming to vinyl. (http://bit.ly/1Lr2JJa)
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@InnerCityGeeks/ Frank Frimpong Manso
Pondering Nerdcast Episode 6: Future Theme Parks
Summary
On this episode we talk about theme parks virtual and real, the new Hamburglar and who would we like to see play The Punisher. All this and more on The Pondering Nerdcast.
Show Notes
The new McDonald's Hamburglar looks like a dad who picked the lamest costume at Party City. (http://bit.ly/1P2g2Wd)
First Look at the Rift, Shipping Q1 2016. (http://bit.ly/1c8r8a3)
Tom Hardy Wants to Play The Punisher, Someone Should Probably Call Netflix. (http://bit.ly/1JsxjRu)
Virtual reality theme park. (http://bit.ly/1EZ4cWc)
Nintendo theme parks coming to Universal Studios (http://bit.ly/1Ptb4N5)
Why ‘Spider-Man’ Should Go To Netflix, Not Movie Theaters. (http://uproxx.it/1JTfo9Q)