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Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema PodcastBest Films of 2025With another year behind us, it's time for John and Jason to once again reflect on what's passed and list their favorite movies of 2025.
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2026-02-092h 21
Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema PodcastXmas Special - They Live (1988)It's that time of the year again, and the Heroic Purgatory crew has decided to celebrate the festive season by revisiting John Carpenter's They Live (1988). John and Jason discuss the symbolism, the politics, the style, as well as the balls to the wall action of this 80s classic.
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2025-12-221h 53
Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema PodcastSpecial - Halloween (1978)After a longer than usual break, the Heroic Purgatory podcast is back with a Halloween special, covering none other than John Carpenter's Halloween (1978). John and Jason discuss this horror classic's aesthetics, historical significance, and its metaphorical representation of patriarchal norms. We also talk about the sequels.
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2025-10-271h 46
Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema PodcastS5E7 - War of the ArrowsIn this episode of Heroic Purgatory, John and Jason travel to the Kingdom of Joseon to witness the Qing invasion of Korea in the War of the Arrows (2011). Both hosts characterized this film as a fairly straightforward historical action flick, albeit one with excellent action scenes, pacing, and historical accuracy.
We hope you enjoy our discussion.
Website link: https://www.heroic-purgatory.com/2025/07/s5e7-war-of-arrows.html
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2025-07-151h 22
Dad Bods, Crabcakes and Sports: An Orioles, Ravens, and Terps podcastJohn and Jason get punished for losing. The Orioles sweep the Angels, Soccer talk, Fathers day, and more!John and Jason get punished for losing the contest from last Sunday. The Orioles sweep the Angels over the weekend series. The US Men's National Soccer team starts the Concacaf Gold Cup, Fathers Day memories, and more!And that’s gonna wrap it up for this episode of Dad Bods, Crabcakes and Sports! Thanks for hanging out with us—you know we had a blast.
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2025-06-161h 52
Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema PodcastS5E3 - 13 AssassinsThis week, the Heroic Purgatory team travel to Edo period Japan to witness the bravery of 13 warriors against a tyrannical and sadistic lord. That's right, in this double whammy of an episode we discuss 13 Assassins, both the 1963 version directed by Eiichi Kudo and the 2010 version directed by Takashi Miike (with a light sprinkling of the 1990 version also thrown into the mix). Listen to the heated debate between John and Jason about which version is the better film.
We hope you enjoy our discussion.
Website link: https://www.heroic-purgatory.com/2025/05/s5e3-13-assassins.html
2025-05-061h 53
Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema PodcastS5E2 - Once Upon a Time in High SchoolThe year is 1978. The place: a high school in Seoul, South Korea. The film: Once Upon a Time in High School. The Heroic Purgatory Asian Cinema Podcast is excited to bring you one of the most celebrated films of New Korean Cinema, Yoo Ha's 2004 coming of age story in an increasingly militaristic nation. John and Jason are joined by long time South Korean film reviewer Paul Quinn (http://www.hangulcelluloid.com/) to discuss the film themes, historical significance, and various references to Bruce Lee.
We hope you enjoy our discussion.
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2025-04-151h 30
Mobile Home Investing Podcast055 Guns, Threats, and Intimidation – Most Evil Park Mangers with John and JasonWelcome back,In today’s Mobile Home Investing Lessened podcast #55 we are talking to active Mobile Home Formula investor, Jason. Jason has been mobile home investing in the great state of Texas since working with John in 2018. In this time working together Jason has racked up 100+ mobile home transactions under his belt.Jason's first few deals were likely his worst. The numbers were great, the location excellent, but the managers were nightmares for 2 long years. Short Disclaimer: Most park managers are decent and helpful. Som...
2025-04-1042 min
Online Learning in the Second HalfEP 34 - The Evolution and Future of Online Learning with Dr. Judith BoettcherIn EP 34, John and Jason discuss with Dr. Judith Boettcher the evolution of online learning, the importance of instructional design, and the centrality of student engagement. The conversation also touches on project-based learning, AI's impact on education, and the critical role of teacher-as-mentor. Tune in for an insightful discussion on making online learning more effective, human, and future-ready.
See complete notes and transcripts at www.onlinelearningpodcast.com
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2025-02-2453 min
Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema PodcastSpecial - Best of 2024Yet another year is behind us, so John and Jason get back behind the mics on this special episode of Heroic Purgatory to discuss their favorite films of 2024.
Enjoy!
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2025-02-031h 56
Online Learning in the Second HalfEP 33 - Flower Darby on Improving Online Teaching: Small Changes, Outsized ImpactIn EP 33, John and Jason talk to Flower Darby about small steps for inclusive, equitable, and humanized online learning, and explore the transformative power of community, connection, and compassion in digital classrooms while tackling the future of AI’s role in education.
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Resources:
Flower Darby Website
Small Teaching Online (book)
The Norton Guide to Equity-Minded Teaching
Request a free copy: https://seagull.wwnorton.com/equityguide
Karen Costa’s 99 Tips For Creating Simple and Sustainable Educational Videos(book)
Steven Covey - Circle of Control - Circle of Influence
Flower’s Recen...
2024-12-1343 min
Online Learning in the Second HalfEP 32 - Pedagogy of Kindness: Fostering it Online with Cate DenialIn this episode, John and Jason talk with Cate Denial, author of “Pedagogy of Kindness” about kindness to self and students in the online classroom. See complete notes and transcripts at www.onlinelearningpodcast.com
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Guest Bio:
Cate Denial is the Bright Distinguished Professor of American History and Director of the Bright Institute at Knox College in Galesburg, Illinois. Her new book, A Pedagogy of Kindness, is now available from the University of Oklahoma Press. Her histor...
2024-11-1252 min
Online Learning in the Second HalfEP 31 - Notebook LM's "Do It For Me" Podcast Button: A Threat to Real Educator Voices?In this episode, John and Jason react to the new button in Google’s Notebook LM that allows users to make an instant podcast. Will it be a threat to educators' voices and hard-working podcasters everywhere? See complete notes and transcripts at www.onlinelearningpodcast.com
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Links and Resources:
NotebookLM
Jason’s article “Better Definitions of Distance Education”
The AI Deep Dive Podcast based on the article.
Theme Music: Pumped by RoccoW is licensed under an Attribution-N...
2024-10-2821 min
Online Learning in the Second HalfEP 30 - Dr. Omid Fotuhi and the Sense of Belonging in Online Learning
In this episode, John and Jason talk with Dr. Omid Fotuhi, a research associate at the University of Pittsburgh and the Director of Learning Innovation at WGU Labs, about the notion of belonging in the evolving landscape of online learning. They discuss the WGU model and how it breaks traditional barriers through competency-based, self-paced education, the critical role of fostering a sense of belonging for student success, the need for institutions to move beyond temporary interventions to address deeper structural issues, and the future of education where learning becomes more independent. See complete notes and transcripts at www.onlinelearningpodcast.com
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2024-09-0958 min
Online Learning in the Second HalfEP 29 - Dr. Ericka Hollis - Teaching in the Digital Age: Cultivating Belonging and Excellence OnlineIn this episode, John and Jason talk to Ericka Hollis, PhD, about silence as liberatory practice, student backchannels, belonging in the online classroom, and leadership challenges with professional development. See complete notes and transcripts at www.onlinelearningpodcast.com
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Links and Resources:
Great list of foundational articles on the Community of Inquiry
ACUE's Effective Teaching Framework for Higher Education
John’s paper on online discussions: “A Tale of Two Forums: One Professor's Path to Improve Learning through a Commo...
2024-07-2953 min
Online Learning in the Second HalfEP 28 - Spring 24 Check-in focusing on AI in Education: Navigating Ethics, Innovation, Academic Honesty, and the Human Presence online.In this Spring 2024 check-in, John and Jason talk about AI-created voices, the importance of human presence in online education, the challenges of AI detection like Turnitin, and insights from their spring conferences and presentations. See complete notes and transcripts at www.onlinelearningpodcast.com
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Links and Resources:
Eleven labs AI voice generation (on OpenAI)
John's deck from his presentation at ASBMB - AI as an instructional designer and a tutor.
The Ezra Klein Show - Interviewing Dario Am...
2024-06-1735 min
Online Learning in the Second HalfEP 27 - Christelle Daceus from Johns Hopkins University - Humanizing Online Learning, Inclusive Practices, and Digital Neo-colonialismIn this episode, John and Jason talk to Christelle Daceus of Johns Hopkins University chats about digital neo-colonialism and efforts to humanize online learning through training about AI and promoting inclusive practices. See complete notes and transcripts at www.onlinelearningpodcast.com
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Links and Resources:
Christelle Daceus, M.Ed., is a Course Support Specialists at the Whiting School of Engineering, Johns Hopkins University, and the Founder and CEO of Excellence Within Reach
Watch for Christelle’s book chapt...
2024-05-2043 min
Online Learning in the Second HalfEP 26 - 1st Anniversary Special - Year 1 in review and the educational and ethical considerations around AI-generated music and video.In this episode, John and Jason talk IN PERSON, reflecting on year one of their podcast. Keeping with the theme, they also find a few rabbit holes to chase, consider developments in AI, and talk about educational and ethical considerations around AI-generated music and video. See complete notes and transcripts at www.onlinelearningpodcast.com
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Links and Resources:
Hard Fork Podcast
SORA OpenAI Video
Alibaba EMO Video Demo (Jason’s LinkedIn post)
Suno.ai
Support Human Artists! Gan...
2024-04-0141 min
Online Learning in the Second HalfEP 25 - AI Guidance from Oregon State University Ecampus with Karen WattéIn this episode, John and Jason talk to Karen Watté, the Senior Director of Course Development and Training at Oregon State University’s Ecampus about their free tools for AI guidance in higher education and how to humanize online education. See complete notes and transcripts at www.onlinelearningpodcast.com
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Links and Resources:
Oregon State University - eCampus AI Tools: https://ecampus.oregonstate.edu/faculty/artificial-intelligence-tools/ )
Michelle Miller’s Newsletter: Teaching from the Same Side https://michellemillerphd.substa...
2024-03-2038 min
Online Learning in the Second HalfEP 24 - I Cancelled My Midjourney Account - The Great Big Fat AI Ethics EpisodeIn this episode, John and Jason talk about the ethics of AI, including how ethics are formed and a few scenarios like if it’s ethical to use Midjourney. Listen in to find out who says no! See complete notes and transcripts at www.onlinelearningpodcast.com
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Links and Resources:
Article: Harvard Business Review Ethics in the Age of AI Series: Part 1, Part 2, and Part 3
Article: It's Not Like a Calculator, so What Is the Relationship between Lea...
2024-02-1929 min
Online Learning in the Second HalfEP 23 - Johns Hopkins Excellence in Online Teaching Symposium 2023 Wrap-Up Session and 6 Guideposts for Humanizing Online LearningIn this episode, John and Jason close off the 2023 Johns Hopkins University Excellence in Online Teaching Symposium with a live podcast recording, summarizing the day’s sessions and interacting with the audience around 6 Pillars of Humanizing Online Learning in the Second Half. See complete notes and transcripts at www.onlinelearningpodcast.com
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Links and Resources:
6 Guideposts - Slide Deck (via Gamma.app)
Johns Hopkins Excellence in Online Teaching Symposium
Jana Lay-Hwa Bowden, Leonie Tickle & Kay Naumann (2021) The four pillar...
2024-01-2948 min
Online Learning in the Second HalfEP 22 - 2023 Year in Review with our Podcast Superfriends (Superfriends II, the Return)In this episode, John and Jason have a “year in review” conversation with their podcast superfriends about why they podcast, the impact of artificial intelligence on education, the importance of human interaction in learning, and their collective efforts in forming a community of education podcasters. See complete notes and transcripts at www.onlinelearningpodcast.com
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Links and Resources:
Amanda Bickerstaff AI In Education Year 1 Timeline (on LinkedIn)
Course Stories, Season 4, Episode 2: The AI Whisperer: Faculty and Students on Ch...
2024-01-0853 min
Online Learning in the Second HalfEP 21 - Dangers and Opportunities in the Second Half of Online Learning (with interviews from the OLC 2023 floor)In this episode, John and Jason talk about dangers and opportunities in the second half of online life, from their Online Learning Consortium (OLC) 2023 presentation and “live off the OLC floor” interviews. See complete notes and transcripts at www.onlinelearningpodcast.com
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Links and Resources:
See slides from the full presentation here
More about OLC here
Theme Music: Pumped by RoccoW is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial License.
Transcript
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2023-12-1942 min
Online Learning in the Second HalfEP 20 - Dr. Olysha Magruder from Johns Hopkins talks about their three-pronged approach to online faculty developmentIn this episode, John and Jason talk with Dr. Olysha Magruder about the future of online education, a three-pronged approach to faculty development including JHU’s Coursera MOOC Course, and time boxing to help achieve successful outcomes. See complete notes and transcripts at www.onlinelearningpodcast.com
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Dr. Olysha Magruder is the Interim Assistant Dean in the Center for Learning Design at Johns Hopkins University and can be found here at LinkedIn
Excellence in Onl...
2023-12-1143 min
Online Learning in the Second HalfEP 19 - Michelle Ament talks about AI’s impact on education and the importance of human intelligence in an AI world.In this episode, John and Jason engage in a discussion with Dr. Michelle Ament about the impact of AI on education, its role in reducing transactional tasks for educators, the significance of human intelligence and soft skills in an AI-driven world, how AI can be leveraged in professional development, and the potential future of AI-integrated, relationship-based classroom environments tailored to individual student needs. See complete notes and transcripts at www.onlinelearningpodcast.com
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Dr. Michelle Ament is the Cheif Academic Officer at ProSolve
Michelle Ament on Li...
2023-12-0149 min
Online Learning in the Second HalfEP 18 - Dr. Brandeis Marshall talks about AI in the classroom, making assignments un-AI-able, data science, and the new digital AI divide.In this episode, John and Jason talk with Dr. Brandeis Marshall about making online assignments Un-AIable, understanding data science, concerns & opportunities of using AI in the classroom, and the new digital AI divide. See complete notes and transcripts at www.onlinelearningpodcast.com
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Dr. Brandeis Marshall Links and Resources:
Dr. Brandeis Marshall’s Website and LinkedIn
What’s Un-AIable by Dr. Brandeis Marshall on Medium (Paywall)
Book by Dr. Marshall - Data Conscience: Algorithmic Siege on our Humanity
WaPo article on Harriet Tubman and Khan Academy and Dr. Marshall’s articl...
2023-10-241h 02
Online Learning in the Second HalfEP 17 - Bonus Fall “Catch-up” Episode as John and Jason talk about current reading, fall presentations, and upcoming OLC sessions.In this episode, John and Jason talk about current reading, recent seminars, and their upcoming OLC Accelerate Conference (2023) presentation in Washington, DC
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Resources:
John’s Book Recommendations:The Renée Ballard series by Michael Connely
Kay Scarpetta series by Patricia Cornwell
The Whistler and The Judges List by John Grisham
How to Make Sense of Any Mess, by Abby Covert
Jason’s Book Recommendation:Everything is Figureaboutable, by Marie Forleo
John & Jason’s Slides from the University of Tennessee’s 1st AI Symposium “Reimagining online assignments with and beca...
2023-10-2017 min
Online Learning in the Second HalfEP 16 - Dr. Kristen DiCerbo - Khan Academy’s Chief Learning Officer and the creation of KhanmigoIn this episode, John and Jason talk with Dr. Kristen DiCerbo about how Khamigo was born, how it works, and how it might help transform and humanize online learning.
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Resources:
Kristen DiCerbo
Check out the Khanmigo page
Khan Academy / Canvas Instructure Press Release where they announce their partnershipVideo from Instructurecon
More information about the ICAP Framework
Transcript
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2023-10-1751 min
Online Learning in the Second HalfEP 15 - Back to School Part 2 - A Letter to Teachers Sincerely ChatGPTIn this episode, John and Jason talk about a letter for teachers sincerely from ChatGPT.
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Resources:
Click here to read the full letter (and prompt) for teachers from ChatGPT, as well as letters to higher ed administrators, principles, provosts, edtech vendors, instructional designers, and students.
Ethan Mollick on LinkedIn
Teaching with AI recommendations from OpenAI
AI Educational Video Series from the Warton School
Transcript
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2023-10-0224 min
Online Learning in the Second HalfEP 14 - Back to School with AI Part 1In this episode, John and Jason talk about going back to school, chat about how conversations have shifted to AI this year, ideate around making assignments unAI-able, and briefly rant about how AI detectors don’t work.
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Resources:
Dr. Brandeis Marshall’s Medium Article: What’s UnAI-able Follow Dr. Marshall on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandeis-marshall/
Jason’s LinkedIn post about his AI detection testing this fall - Prove me wrong!
EdUP Podcast with Jason Guyla and Wilson Tsu of PowerNotes
Transcript
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2023-09-2038 min
Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema PodcastS4E5 - Alita: Battle Angel (2019)In this episode of Heroic Purgatory, we discuss the 2019 American film, Alita: Battle Angel, based on the Japanese manga Gunnm by Yukito Kishiro. Is James Cameron's and Robert Rodriguez' adaptation faithful to the source material, or is it just another run-of-the-mill Hollywood blockbuster. Listen to what John and Jason have to say about the film.
We hope you enjoy!
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2023-08-301h 18
Online Learning in the Second HalfEP 13 - With Dr. Enilda Romero-Hall - Why we love and hate discussion boards, feminist pedagogy online, humanizing large classes, and more!In this episode, John and Jason talk with Dr. Enilda Romero-Hall about applying feminist pedagogies to online classes, humanizing large online classes, ungrading, and why we love and hate discussion boards.
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Connect with Dr. Romero-Hall:
Website: https://www.enildaromero.net/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eromerohall/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/eromerohall
Resources:
Susan Blum on Ungrading
Flip - Free Video Discussion from Microsoft
Guest Bio:
Dr. Enilda Romero-Hall, is an award-winning scholar, Associate Professor, and Coordinator of the Learning, Design, and Technology Ph.D. program at The U...
2023-08-2153 min
Online Learning in the Second HalfEP 12 - With Dr. Michelle Miller - Tech, AI, the Brain, and Online LearningIn this episode, John and Jason talk with Dr. Michelle Miller about how and if technology rewires the brain, artificial intelligence, online learning discussion boards, and her new book “Remembering and Forgetting in the Age of Technology: Teaching, Learning, and the Science of Memory in a Wired World.”
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Resources:
Michelle Miller’s Website
Subscribe to Dr. Miller’s Substack Newsletter here
Michelle Miller at LinkedIn
Minds Online (2016 )
Remembering and Forgetting in the Age of Technology: Teaching, Learning, and the Science of Memory in a Wired World (2022)
James Lang’s “Small Te...
2023-07-3142 min
Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema PodcastS4E2 - Yes Madam/Royal Warriors (1985/1986)In the 2nd episode of season 4 of Heroic Purgatory, John and Jason take on a Michelle Yeoh double feature, Yes Madam (1985) and Royal Warriors (1986). They discuss the importance of these two films in the "girls with guns" genre, their merits, their flaws, and how they hold up in midst of the Hong Kong Golden Age.
We hope you enjoy!
Timestamps
0:01:46 - Film Discussion
1:01:34 - News
1:07:28 - Cultural Consumption
Website link: https://www.heroic-purgatory.com/2023/06/s4e2-yes-madamroyal-warriors-19851986.html
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2023-06-191h 20
Online Learning in the Second HalfEP 11 - OLC Design Thinking Session Wrap-up: How Might We Humanize Online Learning?In this episode, John and Jason talk about their OLC Innovate 2023 Design Thinking workshop which asked the question: How Might we Humanize Online Learning?
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Resources:
The JumpPage with the results of the design thinking session at OLC
Michelle Pacansky-Brock https://brocansky.com/ and article: Pacansky-Brock, M., Smedshammer, M., & Vincent-Layton, K. (2020). Humanizing online teaching to equitize higher education. Current Issues in Education, 21(2), 1–21. https://cie.asu.edu/ojs/index.php/cieatasu/article/view/1905
The book chapter “Humanizing the Online Classroom” by Renée E. Weiss found in Principles of Effective Teachin...
2023-05-2534 min
Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema PodcastSpecial - Big Trouble in Little China (1986)In this special episode of Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema Podcast, John and Jason talk about John Carpenter's 1986 classic, Big Trouble in Little China. They talk about the film's influence's, legacy, and Kurt Russell's underappreciated comedic chops.
We hope you enjoy!
Website link: https://www.heroic-purgatory.com/2023/03/osaka-asian-film-festival-2023.html
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2023-05-151h 28Online Learning in the Second HalfEP 9 - How are EdTech Vendors Humanizing Online Education? (OLC Innovate 2023 onsite recording)In this episode, John and Jason walk the vendor floor at the OLC Innovate Conference in Nashville, TN - April 18-21, 2023 and ask the vendors how their product is helping to humanize online education.
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Vendors we talked with:
UWill
Instructure
Proctorio
PowerNotes
D2L - BrightspaceD2L Teaching & Learning Studio Podcast
Harmonize
InScribe
Join us in the next episode, EP 10, for a live OLC Podcast Superfriends Crossover Episode Extravaganza! And then in EP 11 we will wrap up our OLC Design Thinking Workshop on Humanizing Online...
2023-05-0152 minOnline Learning in the Second HalfEP 8 - Comparing and Testing AI for Education (But Can it Write a Good Theme song?)In this episode, John and Jason talk about John’s use of AI in his doctoral mentoring and personal research, if prompt engineering will be a job, comparing large language models, detecting AI writing, and if AI can create a podcast theme song.
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AI Large Language Models to Test
ChatGPT
Poe.com
Bing Chat
Google Bard
AI in Research Tools
https://www.researchrabbit.ai/
https://elicit.org/
https://consensus.app/
AI Detection Tools
https://www.zerogpt.com/
https://gptzero.me/
Links and Resources:
H...
2023-04-1739 minOnline Learning in the Second HalfEP 7 - AI Fever Continues: What Does it Mean for Online Education?In this episode, John and Jason talk about Jason’s recent bout with AI fever and what the rapid development of AI means for online education.
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Links and Resources:
Hard Fork Podcast: the Bing Who Loved Me
Blog post on how Claude works. https://scale.com/blog/chatgpt-vs-claude
Q*Bert history and a fun free web playable version here
AI Release Timeline
Nov 9, 2022 YouChat (You.com) - Public beta based on GPT 3
Nov 30, 2022 ChatGPT 3.5 - OpenAI
Feb 7, 2023 Bing Chat (now based on 4)
Feb 24, 2023 Facebook / META LLaMA Ann...
2023-04-1431 minOnline Learning in the Second HalfEP6 - How Autonomous Cars Point to the Future of Online LearningIn this episode, John and Jason talk about Jason’s first trip in a self-driving taxi, and how this might point to the future of online learning.
Links & Resources
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Jason’s YouTube video of his first trip in an autonomous car.
Waymo One - Autonomous ride-hailing service
Speedy Street Tacos, Phoenix
Sal Khan talks about Khanmigo
6 Ways ChatGPT Save Teachers Time: Edutopia
John’s strawberry smoothie recipe
8 fl oz unsweetened almond milk (30 cal)
¾ cup (170 grams) Chobani Zero Sugar Vanilla Yogurt (70 cal)
~150-200 grams frozen strawberries from your grocer’s freezer section (5...
2023-03-2729 minOnline Learning in the Second HalfEP5 - Bing Chat Broke My Heart and the Future of AIIn this episode, John and Jason talk about if technology in education will always let us down, and the concerns and opportunities with AI.
Links & Resources
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Jason’s YouTube video of the chat with Bing: Bing Chat Broke My Heart
Dr. Ian Malcolm Ethics Speech
Will elementary children in China put up with robot teachers?
Research Papers
Review of Literature on AI, Higher Ed, and Distance Learning: Where are the social scientists?
Systematic review of research on artificial intelligence applications in higher education – where are the educators? Link
The Use of Ar...
2023-03-1034 minOnline Learning in the Second HalfEP4 - Talking with Bing Chat. “They said what?”In this episode, John and Jason talk about Jason’s recent experience with Bing Chat and what it might mean for the future of education.
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Introducing your copilot for the web: AI-powered Bing and Microsoft Edge
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella Keynote and Bing Chat Intro
Bing is Snarky and Confesses
Jason’s Video: Bing Chat is Wrong and Gets Snarky!
Jason’s Video: Bing Chat testing new features and Bing Reveals its Name
Other Thinkers
Ethan Mollick on Substack
“The future, soon: What I lea...
2023-03-1028 min
Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema PodcastBest Films of 2022In this special episode of Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema Podcast, John and Jason rank their favorite films of the 2022.
Let us know what your favorite films were.
Website link: https://heroic-purgatory.blogspot.com/2023/01/best-films-of-2022.html
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2023-01-161h 44
Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema PodcastS3E13 - In the Mood for Love (2000)In the final episode of the season, John and Jason discuss Wong Kar-Wai's In the Mood for Love (2000), perhaps his most famous film. A seminal film in the history of Hong Kong cinema, it denotes a transitional period in the director's career. But is it his best? Listen to our discussion and let us know what your opinion is.
We hope you enjoy.
Timestamps
2:23 - Media Consumption
28:12 - News
35:26 - Film Discussion
Website link: https://heroic-purgatory.blogspot.com/2022/12/s3e13-in-mood-for-love-2000.html
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2022-12-271h 45
Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema PodcastS3E12 - Oldboy (2003)In this episode of Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema Podcast, John and Jason discuss Park Chan-wook's 2003 masterpiece, Oldboy. A film as dark as it is entertaining, it contains themes of class, religion, fate, and vengeance. Listen as we attempt to analyze one of the most well known Korean films of all time.
We hope you enjoy.
Timestamps
2:03 - Media Consumption
14:20 - News
19:44 - Film Discussion
Website link: https://heroic-purgatory.blogspot.com/2022/11/s3e12-oldboy-2003.html
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2022-11-291h 27
Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema PodcastS3E11 - Uncle Boonmee (2010)In this episode of Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema Podcast, John and Jason discuss the 2010 Palme D'or winning film, Uncle Boonmee Who Can Recall his Past Lives, directed by Apichatpong Weerasethakul. They attempt to decipher some of the film's most cryptic imagery and its place in the director's illustrious career.
We hope you enjoy.
Timestamps
1:42 - Media Consumption
31:14 - News
36:52 - Film Discussion
Website link:https://heroic-purgatory.blogspot.com/2022/11/s3e11-uncle-boonmee-2010.html
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2022-11-081h 31
Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema PodcastS3E10 - The Twilight Samurai (2002)In this episode of Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema Podcast, John and Jason discuss the 2002 Yoji Yamada (of Tara-san fame) film, The Twilight Samurai. Along with its sequels and related films, we discuss the historical setting, multitude of themes, and Yamada's expertise in everyday drama.
We hope you enjoy.
Timestamps
2:18 - Media Consumption
32:03 - News
34:12 - Film Discussion
Website link: https://heroic-purgatory.blogspot.com/2022/10/s3e10-twilight-samurai-2002.html
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2022-10-271h 39
Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema PodcastS3E9 - The Assassin (2015)In this episode of Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema Podcast, John and Jason discuss the highly acclaimed 2015 film, The Assassin, directed by Taiwanese master Hou Hsiao-Hsien. We talk about the film's cinematography, editing, action, its mythic origins, and whether or not it deserves its numerous accolades.
We hope you enjoy.
Timestamps
3:04 - Media Consumption
27:29 - News
31:49 - Film Discussion
Website link: https://heroic-purgatory.blogspot.com/2022/10/s3e9-assassin-2015.html
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2022-10-031h 15
Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema PodcastS3E8 - Burning (2018)In this episode of Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema Podcast, John and Jason discuss the 2018 Lee Chang-dong film, Burning. They talk about the film's themes, style, influences, and its nuanced take on social and existential issues.
We hope you enjoy.
Timestamps
3:02 - Media Consumption
23:20 - News
30:45 - Film Discussion
Website link: https://heroic-purgatory.blogspot.com/2022/09/s3e8-burning-2018.html
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2022-09-1200 min
Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema PodcastS3E7 - Departures (2008)In this episode of Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema Podcast, John and Jason discuss the 2008 Oscar winning film, Departures. They talk about the film's obvious popular appeal, beautiful score, themes of death -- and finally they ruminate on whether it truly deserves its myriad of awards.
We hope you enjoy.
Timestamps
2:52 - Media Consumption
21:27 - News
28:16 - Film Discussion
Website link: https://heroic-purgatory.blogspot.com/2022/08/s3e7-departures-2008.html
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2022-08-231h 40
Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema PodcastS3E6 - The Mission (1999)In this episode of Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema Podcast, John and Jason discuss Johnnie To's 1999 film, The Mission. They talk about the film's style, characters, deep underlying themes, as well as its place in Hong Kong's heroic bloodshed genre.
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Timestamps
1:35 - Media Consumption
14:50 - News
20:24 - Film Discussion
Website link: https://heroic-purgatory.blogspot.com/2022/08/s3e6-mission-1999.html
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2022-08-091h 26
Vinyl VenturesVinyl Ventures #38 - Essential Albums 6: Revenge of the SixthSend a textAt the beginning of this 100 Essential Album shows John and Jason thought - "No problem, we have thousands to choose from, this'll be easy". While it's not hard picking an album, it gets tougher picking the right album that the guys deem essential. Along the way by discovering hidden gems in their collections, or picking up that missing wax, this journey has been a treat. Thanks for joining the Vinyl Ventures gang for the ride.
2022-08-031h 37
Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema PodcastSpecial - NYAFF 2022In this special episode of Heroic Purgatory, John and Jason discuss their favorite movies from the 2022 New York Asian Film Festival.
Timestamps:
1:48 - Media Consumption
10:32 - News
17:13 - Discussion
Website link: https://heroic-purgatory.blogspot.com/2022/07/special-nyaff-2022.html
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2022-07-261h 53
Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema PodcastS3E5 - Taste of Cherry (1997)In this episode of Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema Podcast, John and Jason tackle their first Iranian film with Abbas Kiarostami's 1997 Palme D'or winner, Taste of Cherry. They discuss the film's deep philosophical themes, cultural references, and unique visual aesthetic.
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Timestamps
2:10 - Media Consumption
20:05 - News
30:29 - Film Discussion
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2022-07-061h 12
Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema PodcastS3E4 - Raise the Red Lantern (1991)In this episode of Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema Podcast, John and Jason travel to mainland China to discuss Zhang Yimou's seminal 1991 film, Raise the Red Lantern. They discuss the film's accolades, allegorical interpretations, and its place in the director's multifaceted career.
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Timestamps
2:18 - Media Consumption
25:15 - News
27:27 - Film Discussion
Website link: https://heroic-purgatory.blogspot.com/2022/06/s3e4-raise-red-lantern-1991.html
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2022-06-201h 31
Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema PodcastS3E3 - Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon (2000)In this episode of Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema Podcast, John and Jason discuss Ang Lee's 2000 Wuxia film, Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon. Breaking all kinds of records when released, the film revitalized the Wuxia genre and brought international recognition to Ang Lee, Chow Yun Fat, and Michelle Yeoh. Listen to John's and Jason's discussion and see if they think the film stands the test of time.
Timestamps
2:16 - Media Consumption
15:13 - News
22:30 - Film Discussion
Website link: https://heroic-purgatory.blogspot.com/2022/06/s3e3-crouching-tiger-hidden-dragon-2000.html
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2022-06-041h 29
Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema PodcastS3E2 - Parasite (2019)In this episode of Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema Podcast, John and Jason discuss Bong Joon-ho's award winning and record breaking 2019 film, Parasite. They discuss themes of class and gender present in the film, its comparison with other films like Kurosawa's High and Low, and speculations about the film's legacy and success.
Timestamps
2:14 - Media Consumption
14:30 - News
18:55 - Film Discussion
Website link: https://heroic-purgatory.blogspot.com/2022/05/s3e2-parasite-2019.html
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2022-05-231h 41
Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema PodcastS3E1 - Drive My Car (2021)Welcome to the 3rd season of Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema Podcast. This season's theme is "award winners." What are the biggest award winners in Asian cinema? How where these films received at the time, how are they received now, and can they tell as something about the state of Asian cinema at the time of their release?
John and Jason start the season with this year's big Oscar winner, Drive My Car (2021) directed by Ryusuke Hamaguchi, based on three short stories by Haruki Murakami. They discuss the film's ample subtext, its merit as a Murakami adaptation...
2022-05-051h 39
Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema PodcastOAFF 2022 SpecialIn this special episode of Heroic Purgatory, John and Jason discuss their favorite movies from the wonderful 2022 Osaka Asian Film Festival.
Timestamps:
2:53 - Media Consumption
19:12 - News
23:42 - Discussion
Website link: https://heroic-purgatory.blogspot.com/2022/03/oaff-2022-special.html
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2022-03-281h 59
Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema PodcastBest of 2021As we move steadily through the new year, John and Jason take a look back at 2021 and talk about their favorite movies.
Timestamps:
2:23 - Media Consumption
15:04 - News
25:32 - Discussion
Website link: https://heroic-purgatory.blogspot.com/2022/01/best-of-2021.html
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Intro music: "A Good Bass for Gambling" by Komiku
Outro music: Ninja Girl (2021) Original Soundtrack
2022-01-3000 min
Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema PodcastChristmas Special 2021: Tokyo GodfathersMerry Christmas and Happy Holidays everyone. In this special episode of Heroic Purgatory, John and Jason tackle Satoshi Kon's 2003 film, Tokyo Godfathers.
Website link: https://heroic-purgatory.blogspot.com/2021/12/christmas-special-2021-tokyo-godfathers.html
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2021-12-251h 23
Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema PodcastNovember Special - Cowboy BebopIn this special episode of Heroic Purgatory, John and Jason discuss the iconic 1998 anime series, Cowboy Bebop. The boys talk about the characters, their favorite episodes, and like many others, they join the perennial bounty hunt for the myriad pop culture references buried within.
Website link: https://heroic-purgatory.blogspot.com/2021/11/november-special-cowboy-bebop.html
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2021-11-291h 47
Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema PodcastHalloween Special - The ThingSeason 2 might be over, but our coverage of great movies continues. In this special episode of Heroic Purgatory, John and Jason talk about John Carpenter's 1982 film, The Thing, and the various iterations that preceded it. Starting with John W. Campbell's novella, Who Goes There, and the Howard Hawks 1951 adaptation, The Thing from Another World, we delve into the many themes and interpretations contained inside this timeless story, focusing primarily on the Carpenter version.
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2021-10-291h 47
Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema PodcastS2E10 - Made in Hong Kong (1997)Alas, the season finale is here. In this final episode of season 2 of Heroic Purgatory, John and Jason discuss the 1997 Hong Kong film by Fruit Chan, Made in Hong Kong. We talk about the film's style, themes, and place in post-handover Hong Kong. We also share some overall thoughts on the topic of this season, 90s Asian cinema.
Timestamps
3:32 - Media Consumption
18:19 - News
24:27 - Film Discussion
Website link: https://heroic-purgatory.blogspot.com/2021/10/s2e10-made-in-hong-kong-1997.html
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2021-10-101h 39
Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema PodcastS2E9 - Whispering Corridors/Memento MoriIn this episode of Heroic Purgatory, John and Jason discuss the first two entries in the South Korean Whispering Corridors horror franchise: Whispering Corridors (1998) and Memento Mori (1999). Both films are shining examples of the rising Korean cinema of the 90s. We talk about their political symbolism, same sex relationships, as well as the role that these films played in the rise of Korean horror cinema.
Timestamps
2:26 - Media Consumption
16:04 - News
25:33 - Film Discussion
Website link: https://heroic-purgatory.blogspot.com/2021/09/s2e9-whispering-corridorsmemento-mori.html
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2021-09-111h 29
Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema PodcastSpecial - NYAFF 2021In this special episode of Heroic Purgatory, John and Jason discuss the 2021 edition of the New York Asian Film Festival (NYAFF). For the second year in a row, NYAFF goes online (well, partially), which means everyone in North America can enjoy their wonderful selection of Asian films. In this episode we talk about our overall impression of the festival and list our favorite films.
The festival will run from August 6th to the 22th. For info and ticket purchasing visit nyaff.org
You can rent films individually, or purchase a bundle pass here.
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2021-08-0300 min
Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema PodcastS2E7 - The Wedding Banquet (1993)In this episode of Heroic Purgatory, John and Jason return to the coverage of 90s Asian cinema by discussion Ang Lee's 1993 film, The Wedding Banquet. In this film, Ang Lee presents yet another clash between tradition and modernity through the lens of a Taiwanese immigrant struggling to balance his personal life with his filial duties. Can those two worlds ever reconcile? Listen as we discuss these themes, and more!
Timestamps:
1:57 Media Consumption
10:27 News
15:52 Film Discussion
Website link: https://heroic-purgatory.blogspot.com/2021/07/s2e7-wedding-banquet-1993.html
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2021-07-141h 26
Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema PodcastSpecial - Cinema as Struggle: A Retrospective on Kazuo Hara and Sachiko KobayashiIn this special episode of Heroic Purgatory, John and Jason take a brake from 90s Asian cinema to discuss a retrospective on the cinema of documentarians Kazuo Hara and Sachiko Kobayashi, presented by Japan Society.
The series runs until July 2nd, and can be viewed here: https://film.japansociety.org/page/cinema-as-struggle-the-films-of-kazuo-hara-and-sachiko-kobayashi/
Timestamps:
2:24 Media Consumption
5:41 News
9:54 Discussion
Website link: https://heroic-purgatory.blogspot.com/2021/06/special-cinema-as-struggle.html
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2021-06-282h 14
Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema PodcastS2E6 - The Quiet Family (1998)In this episode of Heroic Purgatory, John and Jason revisit South Korean director, Kim Jee-woon, this time discussing his 1998 feature film debut, The Quiet Family. They talk about the comedy, the horror, and the film's political commentary on military regime of South Korean dictator Park Chung-hee.
Timestamps:
3:00 Media Consumption
21:47 News
37:13 Film Discussion
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2021-06-2100 min
Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema PodcastS2E5 - Out of the Dark (1995)In this episode of Heroic Purgatory, John and Jason discuss the 1995 Hong Kong comedy, Out of the Dark, directed by Jeffrey Lau and starring Stephen Chow and Karen Mok. They talk about the Chow's most memorable scenes (in this film and others) and how Chow's particular brand of comedy elevates all his films above the competition.
Timestamps:
1:36 Media Consumption
16:17 News
24:10 Film Discussion
Website link: https://heroic-purgatory.blogspot.com/2021/06/s2e5-out-of-dark-1995.html
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2021-06-071h 27
Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema PodcastS2E4 - Hana-bi (1997)In this episode of Heroic Purgatory, John and Jason discuss Takeshi Kitano's (Beat Takeshi) 1997 Golden Lion winner, Hana-bi (aka Fireworks). They talk about the film's uniquely minimalist aesthetic, beautiful soundtrack, and potential message of hope and/or nihilism, depending on the viewer's mood. We hope you enjoy!
Timestamps:
1:58 Media Consumed
6:58 News
12:47 Film Discussion
Website link: https://heroic-purgatory.blogspot.com/2021/05/s2e3-hana-bi-1997.html
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2021-05-251h 32
Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema PodcastS2E2 - Happy Together (1997)In this episode of Heroic Purgatory, John and Jason discuss Wong Kar Wai's 1997 film, Happy Together. They discuss the film's technical aspects, its place in the director's filmography, as well as the film's larger statement on the politics of the time.
Timestamps:
0:00 Introduction
1:40 Media Consumed
9:43 News
14:00 Film Discussion
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2021-04-121h 30
Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema PodcastChristmas Special 2020The holiday season is finally upon us.
John and Jason close 2020 with a Heroic Purgatory Christmas Special, discussing their favorite Holiday themed movies, among other things.
We procrastinated a lot more than usual in this episode. Actual film discussion starts at 42:05.
Finally, we'd like to wish every one of our listeners a Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, and a Happy New Year. See you in 2021.
Website link: https://heroic-purgatory.blogspot.com/2020/12/christmas-special-2020.html
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2020-12-242h 17
Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema PodcastEpisode 8 - Devils on the Doorstep (2000)In the final episode of the first season of Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema Podcast, John and Jason discuss Wen Jiang's 2000 war drama/comedy, Devils on the Doorstep. They talk about the effectiveness of the film's comedy, its statement on propaganda, the morality of war, and much more.
Website link: https://heroic-purgatory.blogspot.com/2020/12/episode-8-devils-on-doorstep-2000.html
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2020-12-0700 min
Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema PodcastEpisode 7 - Memories of Murder (2003)In this episode of Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema Podcast, John and Jason discuss Bong Joon-ho's 2003 crime-thriller, Memories of Murder. They delve into the film's themes and messages, its statement on class and woman, as well as its stance on the past politics of South Korea.
Next Episode: Devils on the Doorsteps (China, 2000)
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2020-11-241h 38
Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema PodcastEpisode 6 - Eat Drink Man Woman (1994)In this episode of the Heroic Purgatory podcast, John and Jason talk about Ang Lee's film, Eat Drink Man Woman, the final part of his "Father Knows Best" trilogy. They attempt to analyze the themes of tradition vs. modernity, as well as the film's autobiographical elements. As a side note, they also ponder on the current state of Asian cinema and what it means for Western audiences.
Website link: https://heroic-purgatory.blogspot.com/2020/11/episode-6-eat-drink-man-woman-1994.html
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2020-11-091h 52
Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema PodcastEpisode 5 - Audition (1999)In this episode of Heroic Purgatory, John and Jason celebrate the spooky month of October by discussing Takashi Miike's seminal 1999 horror film, Audition. They talk about the film's feminist themes, its excessive violence, as well as its overall place in the horror genre.
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2020-10-261h 33
Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema PodcastEpisode 4 - The Killer (1989)In this episode of Heroic Purgatory, John and Jason tackle John Woo's 1989 action flick, The Killer. They delve into the film's action, production values, religious themes, as well as its place in the "Heroic Bloodshed" genre which John Woo helped invent.
Website link: https://heroic-purgatory.blogspot.com/2020/10/episode-4-killer-1989.html
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2020-10-121h 16
Vinyl VenturesVinyl Ventures #14 - Indianapolis-based record show promoter Rob CoyleSend a textJohn and Jason talk with Rob Coyle, an Indianapolis-based record show promoter (Crossroads Music Show), dealer and lifelong collector. Vinyl was in Rob's blood, his father had thousands of records in the garage and dragged Rob along to weekend garage sales to find thousands more. Did you ever wonder what it takes to promote a record show, where dealers get the records, and who has the biggest show in the US? Tune in to find out.
2020-09-291h 30
Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema PodcastBittersweet Life (2005)In this episode of Heroic Purgatory, John and Jason discuss Kim Jee-woon's action/crime film, A Bittersweet Life (2005). They talk about the film's existential themes, its well-crafted action scenes, as well as whether or not the whole thing is just happening in the main character's head.
Website link: https://heroic-purgatory.blogspot.com/2020/09/episode-3-bittersweet-life-2005.html
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2020-09-271h 17
Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema PodcastEpisode 2 - Battle Royale (2000)In this episode of Heroic Purgatory, John and Jason discuss Kinji Fukasaku's final feature film, Battle Royale. Released in 2000, the film is as controversial now as it was then. We talk about the film, its sequel, the novel it was based on, and much, much more.
Website link: https://heroic-purgatory.blogspot.com/2020/09/episode-2-battle-royale-2000.html
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2020-09-131h 06
Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema PodcastEpisode 1 - Police Story (1985)In the first actual episode of Heroic Purgatory, John and Jason talk about Jackie Chan's seminal action-comedy, Police Story (1985). Considered to be one of the best action films of all time, Police Story was the first among many films that would catapult Jackie into international stardom.
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2020-08-291h 06Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema PodcastIntroductionsWelcome to the inaugural episode of Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema Podcast. In this episode, the hosts, John and Jason, introduce themselves and talk about their history with Asian cinema, as well as their plans for their new podcast.
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2020-08-1546 min
Fish Talk Radio - John HeniginFish Talk Radio – Fishing stories from John and Jason Grupp; Trish Purcell talks about lakes in CaliforniaGriz has some hunting stories about places you have not been to. John, Jason Grupp and Griz share fishing stories. Trish Purcell with Cal Parks Co describes the over 20 lakes and Marinas the control in California. There is something for any outdoor activity.
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2016-10-2400 min
The Weekly Once-a-Week#21: The Jason Gregori Kickstart Your Morning ProgramPancake making robots, armchair television critques, and tantilizing revelations of the next hot season of the Weekly Once-a-Week. Also, WOAW fans: Don’t miss your chance to be proposed to by the one and only John Crandall!
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John’s Moe Impersonation
Introducing Gregori-tron 2000
Crandall and Gregori Signature Laugh Track
2013-07-0736 minThe Weekly Once-a-Week#19: That was One Long WeekJoin John and Jason as they proceed to talk about everything except the two huge events they are obsessed about which happened last week #yolo
2013-06-1631 minThe Weekly Once-a-Week#18: You're on Thin Lava CrustYou’ve waited, you’ve wondered, you’ve cried yourself to sleep; but wait no longer! The Weekly Once-a-Week is back after 9 bleak and desparate months. No longer must you face another day alone, John and Jason return to battle the sour smell of boredom. Tread lightly my friends, you’re on thin lava crust.
2013-04-2128 minThe Weekly Once-a-Week#16: Fiddlin'This week John and Jason discuss free-to-play games and a fan update from Kyle in the form of a hypothetical question.
2012-07-2528 minThe Weekly Once-a-Week#15: We Remembered This Week!So… John and Jason forgot to record an episode last week because of John’s house losing electricity. They remembered this week! Anyways, in this week’s episode they discuss online comics, real comics, and great tv.
2012-07-1838 minThe Weekly Once-a-Week#14: John and Jason Buy a Private Island*A very special 4th of July episode. Topics include the new Pixar movie Brave, fireworks, and buying islands. * Fund: Send checks to The Weekly Once-a-Week.
2012-07-0432 minThe Weekly Once-a-Week#11: My Heart Runs on MucusJohn and Jason discuss sunny San Francisco, Apple’s big keynote, buried treasure, and a pledge drive. Please make the checks payable to “The Weekly Once-a-Week”.
Clips:
Skype
2012-06-1127 minThe Weekly Once-a-Week#10: A Baker's Dozen Of Duck-Sized RhinocerosesJohn and Jason discuss colors, the primary election, bacon, rhinoceros-sized-ducks vs duck-sized-rhinoceroses, and sarlacci; ladies.
Clips:
Positive Ad John
Positive Ad Jason
Humble Pie
2012-06-0437 minThe Weekly Once-a-Week#9: She Actually Agreed to Change Her Full Name to John CrandallJohn and Jason discuss their first fan update (thanks Patti!), words they hate, judging Freudian slips, John’s upcoming nuptials, and some free app ideas.
Clips:
John Loses Control of a joke
Diamonds Mix
Attack Ad John
Attack Ad Jason
2012-05-2833 minThe Weekly Once-a-Week#8: Pop Culture & John's ImaginationJohn and Jason discuss comic books, The Avengers, The Beverly Hill Gregoris, The Avengers, and James Bond. And a little bit about The Avengers at the end.
Clips:
Tom Hiddleston
2012-05-2134 minThe Weekly Once-a-Week#7: A Poorly Crafted Joke About BeesJohn and Jason discuss the extinction of paperback books, llamas llamas llamas, and their favorite Disneyland rides amongst other things.
Clips:
Theme Song
The Fakest Sounding Laugh John Has Ever Heard
2012-05-1432 minThe Weekly Once-a-Week#6: Fistfuls of CakeJohn and Jason discuss how much John loves robots, pronunciation, and British accents.
2012-05-0730 minThe Weekly Once-a-Week#5: A Monopoly on UglinessJohn and Jason discuss ugly animals and John’s tiny ears.
2012-04-3037 minThe Weekly Once-a-Week#4: The Case of the Missing EpisodeJohn and Jason discuss a new name for the show, some free apps they like, great movie villains, and a few Disney films.
Links:
simplenote (iPhone & iPad)
Notational Velocity (Mac)
Stickies (Windows)
Inkscape
Hyperion (Book)
Dune (Book)
2012-04-2332 minThe Weekly Once-a-Week#3: The Problem with OnionsJohn and Jason discuss garnishes they don’t like, the 5th amendment, and the Fact Bank.
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James while John had had had had had had had had had had had a better effect on the teacher
Superman: Red Son
2012-04-1638 minThe Weekly Once-a-Week#1: Bears + Beets + Battlestar GalacticaThe inaugural episode of John and Jason’s podcast. You’ll like it, guaranteed.
2012-04-0228 min