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Acweorna! On this week’s show I go all Marvel, I should’ve really played something by the band Märvel before playing new Punk, Junk & Glunk tunes before going into songs that feature someone not normally it that band…..
01 The Jane Does – DC Girl – Digital Release
02 Ramones – Spider-Man – ¡Adios Amigos! – Radioactive
03 Kirsten Dunst – Turning Japanese – YouTube
04 American Heartbreak – Kleenex – What You Deserve – Perris Records
05 Marc Valentine – 10th Street Incidentally – You Are The Jet 7” – Wicked Cool Records
06 The Boys – Damn Those Eyes – Digital Release – Revolution Records
07 UltraBomb – Artificial Stars – The Bridges That We Burn
08 Gypsy Pistoleros...
2026-01-101h 00
Holding Down the Fort by US VetWealth223: PatriotCare — An Alternative to TRICARE and Traditional Health Insurance with Kris & Larry — Part 2 of 2First-Time Listener?Be sure to listen to Part One of this interview by clicking HERE.At US VetWealth, we often talk about exploring alternative solutions to the Survivor Benefit Plan. Today, we’re taking that same mindset and applying it to healthcare. Meet Kris and Larry, the partners behind PatriotCare — an organization offering an alternative to TRICARE and traditional health insurance.While PatriotCare’s website highlights “Healthcare Benefits for Small Businesses & Independent Contractors,” this conversation reveals so much more: the heart and mission behind their work for the military community.In this...
2025-11-2025 min
Holding Down the Fort by US VetWealth222: PatriotCare — An Alternative to TRICARE and Traditional Health Insurance with Kris & Larry — Part 1 of 2At US VetWealth, we often talk about exploring alternative solutions to the Survivor Benefit Plan. Today, we’re taking that same mindset and applying it to healthcare. Meet Kris and Larry, the partners behind PatriotCare — an organization offering an alternative to TRICARE and traditional health insurance.While PatriotCare’s website highlights “Healthcare Benefits for Small Businesses & Independent Contractors,” this conversation reveals so much more: the heart and mission behind their work for the military community.In this first part of our interview, you’ll hear:* How Larry met Stephanie Brown and became invol...
2025-11-1328 min
No Outlet20 Questions with Josh Hager from DEVO!Are we not men? WE ARE DEVO and DEVO is on the No Outlet Podcast!! WOW! DEVO is One of my favorite bands and without question one of the most influential bands of all time. We were lucky enough to have Josh Hager who plays Guitar and Keyboards and we had an incredible conversation!We discussed waking up to Wing Chung (not Wang Chung) Kung Fu, the reality of Inter-dimensional beings, the evil trick that Starbucks plays on everyone (even you!), the secret ingredient in Dunkin Donuts that makes everyone so angry, the impact of intention on...
2025-10-3136 min
Connecting the Docs: True Stories from the Old North StateV-J Day: The 80th Anniversary of the End of World War IIThis episode contains content that may be harmful or difficult to listen to, including discussion of language that reflects outdated, biased or offensive views as well as descriptions of conflict, racism, and violence.
Welcome back to Connecting the Docs! To commemorate the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II this year, our sixth season will examine those tumultuous years of war through the lens of the State Archives of North Carolina.
In May 1945, peace in Europe prompted mixed emotions for Americans as the war continued in the Pacific. Men and women in m...
2025-09-0352 min
Back To The Old Paths(The Late Dr. Gregg Grant) The Expectation Of FaithOn the afternoon of Monday, September 3, 2018, Dr. Gregory Jack Grant, age 63, of Marion, North Carolina went home to be with the Lord with his loving family by his side. A native of Catawba County, Gregg was born on October 5, 1954 to Jack Grant and the late Ima Jean Reid Grant.Gregg was a member of West Court Baptist Church for forty-four years. He was in the ministry for over fifty years mostly pastoring and evangelistic work throughout the United States and to four foreign countries. Gregg was an avid sports fan who enjoyed pulling for the Atlanta Braves, University of...
2025-08-2149 minBack To The Old Paths(The Late Dr. Gregg Grant) The Expectation Of FaithOn the afternoon of Monday, September 3, 2018, Dr. Gregory Jack Grant, age 63, of Marion, North Carolina went home to be with the Lord with his loving family by his side. A native of Catawba County, Gregg was born on October 5, 1954 to Jack Grant and the late Ima Jean Reid Grant.Gregg was a member of West Court Baptist Church for forty-four years. He was in the ministry for over fifty years mostly pastoring and evangelistic work throughout the United States and to four foreign countries. Gregg was an avid sports fan who enjoyed pulling for the Atlanta Braves, University of...
2025-08-2149 min
Others From Another MotherJosh Hager | DEVOJosh Hager is the guitar player for the band DEVO. Josh has had a lifelong interest in UFOs and all the weird stuff that comes with that. His dad worked for NASA, family friends possibly guarded the Roswell bodies at Wright Patterson, and Josh & his whole family had nighttime experiences with what sound like the Men in Black throughout his childhood. We also touch on manifestation, UFO lore and what this whole thing we call life might be about. Earthen Object Jewelry | UFO Pendantshttps://earthen-objects-jewelry.square.site
2025-06-071h 53Connecting the Docs: True Stories from the Old North StateThe Mystery BoxHave you ever conducted research at the State Archives of North Carolina, or any other archival institution for that matter? It’s a unique thrill when you discover history in your hands and read the words of the past as written by the people who lived it. Even when you know the basics about what you’re going to research, you never know exactly what you’ll find during an archival research trip.
In this episode, our podcast team dives into the unknown with a trip into the “mystery box.” The team gathered in the Search Room...
2024-12-1151 min
THE RAD DADS SHOWJOSH HAGER (DEVO, GARVY J)Josh reflects on a decade in DEVO, adapting to suburban life, navigating divorce and coparenting, being a rock for his kids, and more.
2024-11-0800 minConnecting the Docs: True Stories from the Old North StateClass is in Session: Integration and Busing Controversies, 1969-1972Our final episode in our school-centric series takes us to Charlotte, home to one of the most famous legal cases involving school integration. By the time it reached the U.S. Supreme Court, Swann v. Mecklenburg addressed whether school systems could legally use busing routes to create more integrated school populations (or if they had an obligation to do just that). In this episode, join host John Horan, podcast Intern Olivia Coyne, and producer Josh Hager for a tour through the history of the Swann case and the larger issue of busing in North Carolina. Learn how school systems...
2024-10-3053 minConnecting the Docs: True Stories from the Old North StateClass is in Session: American Indian Education Spotlight, Part 2In the second and third episodes in our Class is in Session series, we focus on hearing from American Indian students about how they navigated school segregation and desegregation inside and outside of the classroom. Using a combination of government records and oral histories, join host John Horan and producers Josh Hager and Annabeth Poe for an overview of American Indian public education across the state over time. In the previous episode, we learned about segregated schools through the lens of the Sappony and how students integrated UNC-Chapel Hill’s Medical School. Now, hear the harrowing tale of what it...
2024-10-1634 minConnecting the Docs: True Stories from the Old North StateClass is in Session: American Indian Education Spotlight, Part 1In the second and third episodes in our Class is in Session series, we focus on hearing from American Indian students about how they navigated school segregation and desegregation inside and outside of the classroom. Using a combination of government records and oral histories, join host John Horan and producers Josh Hager and Annabeth Poe for an overview of American Indian public education across the state over time. Then, learn about the conditions of American Indian schools prior to the Brown vs. Board of Education Supreme Court decision. Finally, listen to students describe their experiences integrating the University of...
2024-10-021h 04Connecting the Docs: True Stories from the Old North StateClass is in Session: The Legacy of Rosenwald SchoolsWelcome to Season 5 of Connecting the Docs! We start this season with a trip to the classroom as we focus on three topics relating to North Carolina schools and education history. In our first episode of the series, we take a look at the history of Rosenwald Schools in North Carolina. Join host John Horan, podcast intern Lawanda McCullor, and producer Josh Hager as we learn how the Julius Rosenwald Fund spearheaded the construction of numerous schools across North Carolina for African American students, particularly in rural areas. The Rosenwald Schools became centers of community, starting from their onset...
2024-09-1844 min
Open Book with JennaAn all-new season of ‘Dateline: Missing in America’As a bonus for you, we’re sharing the trailer for Season 3 of Dateline: Missing in America. The chart-topping podcast series is back with a brand-new season and brand-new cases. Are you the key to solving a mystery? Correspondent Josh Mankiewicz reports on perplexing missing person cases brought to Dateline’s attention by our social media followers. Each episode focuses on one person’s story, as told by those left behind. Listen carefully to the details, descriptions and clues offered by family, friends and investigators. Something you hear might jog a memory that could help authorities crack a case. ...
2024-07-1602 min
Seth and the City"Tub Girl"At long last, Seth makes prolonged contact with the infamous Tub Girl of Los Angeles. After matching on dating apps several times, he tries to get to the bottom of her pathology. In the meantime, Josh, Meghan, and Seth discuss Jenna Hager Bush, petty quarrels in dating, and what it means to give someone a drawer at your place.
2024-06-1329 min
Instant TriviaEpisode 1181 - Tv comedies - Kjpy hit radio - Raise the britannic! - Reading with jenna bush hager - What's their sport?Welcome to the Instant Trivia podcast episode 1181, where we ask the best trivia on the Internet.
Round 1. Category: Tv Comedies
1: In 2001 this "Friends" character married Chandler Bing.
Monica.
2: Much like "Lost", the TBS comedy "Wrecked" begins with one of these mishaps.
a plane crash.
3: HBO's "Avenue 5" stars Hugh Laurie and Josh Gad, stuck on one of these for a while.
a spaceship.
4: On a classic sitcom Lenny and Squiggy were a couple of friends of this title pair from Milwaukee.
Laverne and Shirley.
5: Gavin Belson was the conniving chief innovation officer of tech company Hooli on this...
2024-05-0507 min
Target AudienceThe Switch (2010) Targets Cassie HagerThis episode of Target Audience welcomes film critic and writer Cassie Hager.
Cassie is targeted by Will Speck and Josh Gordon's fertility romantic comedy The Switch. Join us as we discuss taking charge of your own life, the surprisingly stacked (and hot) supporting cast, and how the film is quietly revolutionary.
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Ben's Website (IceCream4Freaks)
Opening/Closing Song - "Pull Me Through" by Royal Blood
2024-04-1551 minConnecting the Docs: True Stories from the Old North StateUncovered Stories, Episode 1: Finding Enslaved Labor in the Treasurer’s and Comptroller’s PapersWelcome to the final series of Season 4, “Uncovered Stories.” In this series, you’ll hear about incredible records that archivists uncovered during work assigned for other, sometimes unrelated projects. These discoveries add new significant research topics to collections held by the State Archives for decades and shine a light on people and subjects upon which previous collection guides did not focus.
In this first episode, host John Horan and regular panelist Josh Hager are joined by State Agency Description Archivist Alexandra Dowrey and Digital Description Archivist Caroline Waller. Over the past two years, Alexandra and Caroline...
2024-02-0752 min
The KIJHL PodcastTop Shelf: The KIJHL Podcast - S2 E17 - January 5 - Hager - Fiorentino - RentzThis Week on Top Shelf… The Hudl Instat Goaltender of the Week is Josh Hager of the North Okanagan Knights. Emanuel Sequeira talks with him and Golden Rockets Forward Dominic Fiorentino. Mark Berry has a great conversation with the “Voice of the Spokane Braves”, Greg Rentz about the Braves’ recent play and their webcast.
2024-01-0519 min
Open Book with JennaDateline presents: Mortal SinAs a bonus for you, we’re sharing the trailer for Mortal Sin, an all-new original podcast series from Dateline.Dawn and Nick Hacheney are the perfect couple: spiritual, loving, and devoted to the church where Nick is a pastor. When Dawn is killed in a house fire the day after Christmas, the pastor and his flock are devastated. What few knew at the time was the dark prophecy that foretold it. In Dateline’s latest original podcast series, Josh Mankiewicz tells a twisted tale about sex, lies, religion…and murder.Listen to the first 2 episod...
2023-12-0502 min
Sound Off on Sports PodcastsThe Hager BowlEpisode 10 finds Jamey and Josh with a full preview of this Friday's matchup between Floyd Central and Martin County, affectionately known as "The Hager Bowl". Jaguars coach Shawn Hager returns to the Rock at Inez for a winner-take-all game against the Cardinals for the regular season district championship. On the Cardinals sideline is Shawn's son, Wes, who's an assistant coach at Martin County. Of course, Shawn Hager spent many years as head coach of old Sheldon Clark High School in Inez. Also, how will Betsy Layne respond after suffering their first loss of the season last Friday? What about...
2023-10-191h 23Connecting the Docs: True Stories from the Old North StateResiliency in Records Management: Disaster Preparedness and Protecting Essential RecordsAs the conclusion of our Resiliency series, this episode shifts our focus from stories of the resilience of individual North Carolinians to information on how the State Archives can help government agencies throughout the state remain resilient in the face of disasters. In this episode, Records Description Unit Supervisor Josh Hager welcomes Records Management Consultant for Disaster Preparedness and Essential Records Kayla Leonard and Reference Archivist Katie Crickmore to the show to discuss the essential role that the State Archives has in helping agencies prepare for the effects of disasters on their records. You'll get the chance to play...
2023-10-1151 min
What You Should ReadDetective Novels (with Dorian Gray!)Send us a textShould-Heads, it's a little known fact but we love detective stories! Whether it's the thrill of trying to solve a mystery or the fun of spending thousands of pages with the same characters, there's not much better. In this episode we recommend some of our favorites (after we get through our absolutely unhinged recent acquisitions this week.)Book News:Illinois bans book bans (finally some good news!)Recommendations:Dorian: The Lavender House (AC Rosen), The Big Book of Female DetectivesJulia: Roderick Alleyn...
2023-05-161h 00
Sibling Revelry with Kate Hudson and Oliver HudsonJenna Bush Hager and Barbara BushJenna Bush Hager and Barbara Bush sit down with Kate and Oliver this week on Sibling Revelry. They discuss their shared perspective as twins, their time in the White House, how their family informed their childhood, and much more.Executive Producers: Kate Hudson and Oliver HudsonProduced by Allison BresnickEdited by Josh WindischMusic by Mark HudsonThis show is powered by Simplecast.This episode is sponsored by:Coors Light (coorslight.com/HUDSON)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-04-121h 15Connecting the Docs: True Stories from the Old North StateCall the Granny Woman: Appalachian Dialect SpotlightThe dialect traditionally spoken in the western parts of North Carolina goes by many names—Smoky Mountain English, Southern Mountain Talk, and Appalachian Dialect, to name a few. In this episode, oral history interns Fiona Allen and Bree Dumont lead host John Horan and guests Brooke Csuka and Josh Hager on a lexicological journey through this most colorful patois. Learn about how this dialect combines influences from surrounding states as well as multiple cultures, including members of the Cherokee Nation, the African diaspora, and immigrants from all over western Europe. Following the lesson, Fiona and Bree quiz John, Brooke, an...
2023-02-1536 minConnecting the Docs: True Stories from the Old North StateExploring Island Life in the John Wilson IV Papers: A Summer Internship at the Outer Banks History CenterEach summer the Outer Banks History Center welcomes an intern to its archives on Roanoke Island. Named after the History Center’s founder and legendary Outer Banks historian, David Stick, the annual internship offers students pursuing graduate degrees in library science the opportunity to engage in a range of projects. In this week’s episode, the 2022 summer intern and dual-degree graduate student at Simmons University, Johnna Purchase, shares her experience processing the John Wilson IV Papers, which document the range of contributions Wilson made to the development of the town of Manteo through his many years of service as the...
2023-01-1855 min
AEW UnrestrictedJosh WoodsJosh Woods delivers the goods and the story behind his arrival to AEW. He talks about teaming up with Tony Nese and Mark Sterling in the Varsity Athletes, dropping the ROH Pure Championship to Wheeler Yuta at Supercard of Honor, and then judging Wheeler Yuta vs Daniel Garcia’s Pure Championship match at Death Before Dishonor. Josh discusses what it was like to make the jump from amateur wrestling in college to professional wrestling, how he became The Technical Beast, and why he enjoys being a heel. And he explains why he’d love to see Jake Hager join forc...
2022-12-0844 minConnecting the Docs: True Stories from the Old North StateTrue Stories Behind Where the Crawdads Sing: Education and Truancy in Eastern North CarolinaContent warning: This episode includes potentially sensitive issues including suicide and death. Listener discretion is advised.
Inspired by Where the Crawdads Sing—the bestselling novel by Delia Owens and now-streaming film—Connecting the Docs explores true stories that happened in the coastal communities of eastern North Carolina. In this episode, host John Horan, regular guest Josh Hager, and Samantha Crisp, director of the Outer Banks History Center, examine school records, truancy, and public education. Join in as they investigate the history of Rosenwald schools—more than 800 public schools built for African American students in North Carolina prior to desegr...
2022-11-3031 minConnecting the Docs: True Stories from the Old North StateThe Journey of an Archival Record. Part III: Digitization and AccessIn this final episode of our first series for season 3, we reach the end of our journey in the life of an archival record. As you’ve been listening to the past two episodes, you may have asked yourself – but what’s the end goal? Where is all of this work – retention, scheduling, appraisal, processing, imaging – heading?
In today’s episode, Chauna Carr from the Digital Access Branch, Lauren McCoy from the Public Services Branch, and Josh Hager from the Records Description Unit discuss the end goal of everything we do at the State Archives: public access. We’ll talk abo...
2022-10-1238 minConnecting the Docs: True Stories from the Old North StateThe Journey of an Archival Record, Part I: AppraisalWelcome back to Connecting the Docs!
In this brand new season, we have several mini-series covering a range of topics including a look west with information about “Mountain Speak” and a series on the true stories of Coastal Carolina inspired by the film, Where the Crawdads Sing. We open season three in Raleigh, with our first series, “The Journey of an Archival Record.” In this three-part series, you’ll hear from archivists who normally work behind the scenes about how a document created by a state agency becomes a part of the collections of the State Archives of North C...
2022-09-1452 min
Hager 360 PodcastDoing our Part to Create Green Products and Buildings with Mark McRae and Josh HagerFirst on this episode, you’ll hear Mark McRae discuss the importance of material selection focused on LEED credits and Environmental Product Declarations. Then, you’ll hear Josh Hager talk about our wastewater treatment process in Montgomery, Alabama.You can find more information on Sustainability on our website at hagerco.com. Find Resources in the main menu bar and click sustainability from the drop down menu. You can find us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @hagercompanies.Hager provides you a full circle of elevated support and service on your journey from pre to post cons...
2022-04-2115 minWhat You Should ReadYou Should Read: Our April Most Anticipated New Releases!Send us a textWe can't believe it's almost April already, and you know what that means: most anticipated time! There are so many great books coming out, and it's going to be another Very Expensive Month.Look for the books mentioned in this episode on Libro.fm by using our affiliate link. When you buy using this link, you are supporting the podcast! AND if you use our code WHATYOUSHOULDREAD at checkout you can get your first two books for the price of one. Check out our recommendations here: https://libro.fm/playlists/2450 ...
2022-03-2933 minHager 360 PodcastHager 360 Approach with Josh Hager ft. Bob Wilkins and Eric RoseOn this episode, Josh Hager, Bob Wilkins, and Eric Rose will be giving you an overview of the Hager 360 Approach, what it means to you, and the multiple areas in which Hager can provide you support and services throughout your project journey.In this episode, we reference the Hager 360 Approach video. Please click https://youtu.be/__pxdAiV7y4?t=1 to watch this video.You can stay up to date with all things Hager by visiting our website at https://www.hagerco.com/ and following us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram @hagercompanies.
2022-01-1022 min
Christian Life Calling27: Highlights from Guest InterviewsWe started this podcast six months ago, hoping to inspire you toward fulfilling your Life Calling. Lessons in each episode became part of our reason to take that brave next step in our purpose. Today, we wrap up the year with an awesome round-up of highlights from guest interviews. In the course of the past six months, we shared conversations with great guests who brought their understanding and experience of Life Calling. Every guest gave us something to hold onto. They made us think, laugh, and cry. With every conversation, we always left inspired. The guests shared...
2021-12-2841 min
CapitalGeekAmanda McGuckin Hager, Chief Marketing Officer & Cancer SurvivorAmanda developed her business acumen by repeatedly scaling metrics and creating value for a number of VC-backed startups and established technology companies like Rackspace, Dell, SolarWinds, NetQoS (bought by CA), PeopleAdmin (a Vista Equity Portfolio Co), and Pervasive Software. She has taken 4 companies through exits and is a longtime startup mentor at Capital Factory and Tech Stars Austin. Amanda is an accomplished speaker, board member, and advisor who believes in integrity, the value of community, and the power of connection. She has lived and volunteered in Austin for nearly 30 years.
2021-10-0539 min
A Virtual ViewMichelle HagerIn this episodeThis week Becky sits down with Michelle Hager, Managing Partner and co-founder of Blue Cirrus Consulting, to talk about how Blue Cirrus was started and what the future has for Telehealth.Have any questions or topics you'd like us to cover? Want to be a guest on our podcast? Contact us HERE!Transcript:https://www.umtrc.org/index.php?src=gendocs&ref=AVV%2019%20TranscriptResources Mentioned in this Episode:Blue Cirrus Consulting: https://www.blue-cirrus.comIntermountain Healthcare Maternal Fetal Medicine Study...
2021-09-0329 min
Craig & Friends149: Plasmic!The fabulous singer, producer and artist Plasmic joins me to talk Orange County, the challenges of an independent queer musican\producer, Patrick Swayze’s fetish roller-routine in “Skatetown USA”, Brian Eno, Devo, Josh Hager, Dorian Electra, “Liquid Sky”, James St. James, the “Back to The Future” trilogy, Lethal Amounts & Sex Cells, internal and external gatekeeping, Anime revelations, Dream Nails, remixing The Mowglis, "Revenge", the high cost of figure skating, Elton John’s catering, Deven Green, Christeene, intrenalized shame, Allie X, Moonlight Rollerway, “The Runaways”, the queer awakening powers of Kristen Stewart, Cherie Currie’s solo albums, and MORE!
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2021-08-061h 30
Craig & Friends149: Plasmic!The fabulous singer, producer and artist Plasmic joins me to talk Orange County, the challenges of an independent queer musican\producer, Patrick Swayze’s fetish roller-routine in “Skatetown USA”, Brian Eno, Devo, Josh Hager, Dorian Electra, “Liquid Sky”, James St. James, the “Back to The Future” trilogy, Lethal Amounts & Sex Cells, internal and external gatekeeping, Anime revelations, Dream Nails, remixing The Mowglis, "Revenge", the high cost of figure skating, Elton John’s catering, Deven Green, Christeene, intrenalized shame, Allie X, Moonlight Rollerway, “The Runaways”, the queer awakening powers of Kristen Stewart, Cherie Currie’s solo albums, and MORE!Support this show and get lots...
2021-08-061h 31
The Living Openly Show with Chris DonnellJosh Hager Teaches us how to use Breathwork to heal - The Living Openly Show with Chris DonnellJune is Pride Month. LGBTQ+ people all across the world are sharing their truth and being their true selves. Since last year put a damper on pride functions, this summer will be all that much more legendary. Josh Hager a breathwork coach joins us this week to discuss how breathwork can be used to heal. So listen up, Living Openly is about to, expand your mind .CREDITS:Host: Chris DonnellExecutive Producer: Chris DonnellEditor: Chris Donnell...
2021-06-0157 min
EightiesEIGHTIES - Speciale Joy Division I - 18/05/202118 maggio 2021 - Prima parte dello speciale Joy Division, registrato durante il lockdown del 2020, per i 40 anni dalla morte di Ian Curtis. Lo ricordiamo su RKO attraverso la sua musica e la parole di Josh Hager (Devo) Tom Chapman (New Order), Enzo Mansueto, Andrea Chimenti, Max Collini, Mauro Ermanno Giovanardi, Mimmo Pesare, Pierpaolo Martino
2021-05-181h 06
The HeadRight PodcastEpisode 10: Josh Hager. Racial issues, mental toughness and 'grinding' in collegiate sports.#JudgeActions #BLM #LoveEachother
Josh Hager is a college football coach that has coached at numerous schools around the country at the Division 1, 2 and 3 level. Coach Hager brings his high intensity not only to coaching but also to his approach to life. Josh believes that the biggest aspect in building relationships is "letting others know you care about and love them." The conversation focuses on: Family, Coaching, Mental Health in Sports and GATA!
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2021-02-0254 minWhat You Should ReadYou Should Read: These Books So We Don't Have To! (Anti-TBR tag)Send us a textWelcome to our second podcast episode of 2021 and the first after an attempted coup! I'm mentioning that so if you think "Hey, they seem a little rattled," you'll know why. Today, in a departure from our usual format, we're discussing books we aren't reading. One of us slightly misunderstood the assignment and ended up with a bunch MORE books on her TBR list instead of fewer. (NOTE: This doesn't mean that anyone who likes these books or genres is wrong to do so. This is just our respective opinions and, as y...
2021-01-121h 17
Low-Budget Rebels: An Indie Filmmaking PodcastFilmmaker Natalie RodriguezGood morning! I hope everyone is doing well and keeping motivated. It's been a helluva' struggle for a lot of us, including myself. But this past weekend I really tried to push myself to get some stuff done. I began working on my newest animation. I prepped some contract work. I painted. I chatted with with Keith about our movie Keith starring Keith that will hopefully be filming in the spring of 2021 (and I'd love for my patrons to be involved!) Regardless of all that, I actually had time to sit down with two really talented filmmakers and...
2020-07-271h 14
Secret SonicsSecret Sonics 051 - John AthaydeJohn Athayde is a music producer, singer-songwriter, and musician based out of Charlottesville, VA, USA!You can learn more about John's music project, Rotoscope here: https://www.rotoscope.com/You can listen to the secret Soundcloud link of tracks from his forthcoming record here: https://soundcloud.com/rotoscope/sets/secretsonics-sneak-peek/s-KZVV3MPupO2You can follow John on Social MediaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/rotoscope_band/Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/rotoscopeFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/rotoscopebandReferencesJuniper Lane: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Juniper_LaneHonor B...
2020-06-2149 min
Potentially DangerousDan Gable DonnybrookIowa’s premier site for youth, high school, college, and international wrestling. Potentially Dangerous Podcast this week is hosted by Ross Bartachek. This episode's guest is Josh Schamberger, the president of Think Iowa City. Over the past few years Schamberger has been influential in bringing marquee events to the Iowa City area like the 2012 and 2016 Olympic Trials, and the 2018 UWW World Cup. The next big event Schamberger is looking to build in the Iowa City area is the Dan Gable Donnybrook - an invite only high school tournament in December. Josh and Ross discuss how the...
2019-10-2123 min
Fightlete Interview PodcastsBellator 221 Heavyweight Jake HagerI talked to Bellator Heavyweight Jake Hager ahead of his upcoming fight against TJ Jones at Bellator 221 Saturday May 11th on DAZN. Jake discussed finding his love for MMA, his Pro Wrestling days and the cross promotion between it and MMA, training for the fight w Josh Rafferty, a former UFC fighter, Thoughts on Brock Lesnar's Retirement, and talking to Vince McMahon after his successful debut last January.Listen Live to The Fightlete Report with Host Sean Lennon Every Tues @12pm only on Chicagolandsportsradio.com or watch the LiveStream on Facebook-https://m.facebook.com/FightleteReport...
2019-05-0912 min
Straight Outta Combat Radio-Honoring Combat WisdomSOC12 - Kris Hager "Gold Star Father" ARMY RANGER SSG Joshua Hager KIA Iraq-2007
My name is Kris Hager. I am a Gold Star Father. My son, SSG Joshua Ryan Hager, Army Ranger, was KIA on February 22nd 2007 in Iraq.
Joshua Hager
BROOMFIELD, CO, USA
U.S. Army
SSG, HHC, 1ST BATTALION, 9TH INFANTRY, FORT CARSON, CO
RAMADI, IRAQ 02/22/2007
SSG Joshua R. Hager was killed in action Feb. 22, 2007. He was an Army Ranger and had served at the 6th RTB prior to transferring to Ft. Carson, CO for deployment. Josh loved being a soldier and was proud to serve his country.
Josh is surv...
2019-01-2841 min
BNQ: Big Nerdy QuestionsBig Nerdy Wrestling #1: NJPW/ROH vs WWE - Crossover ChaosWelcome to Big Nerdy Wrestling! From time to time, Josh will indulge his life-long affinity for professional wrestling with some fun discussions with awesome wrestling podcasters. In this first BNW show, Josh is joined by Kelsi (SuperKicking It With Kelsi and the Two-Faced Pod) and Chad and Diesel (View from the Top Rope). The topic at hand: What would we book if NJPW/ROH and WWE had a one-night-only crossover event? Hear four awesome yet widely divergent cards in this extravaganza! Plus, we allow the Random Booker to create a card which comes out surprisingly well.
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2018-07-121h 41
BNQ: Big Nerdy QuestionsWho belongs on the Mt Rushmore of genre literature?This week we welcome back author EC Ambrose to help us select the Mount Rushmore of genre literature. Fantasy, sci-fi, mystery, and horror are fair game for the selections. There are a LOT of amazing authors who write in our favorite genres, so making our final four selections proved incredibly difficult. Let us know what you think of our choices and if you would have gone a different route.
Big Nerdy Recommendation #1: Touch by Claire North
Big Nerdy Recommendation #2: Golden Kamuy
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2018-07-0449 minBNQ: Big Nerdy QuestionsWhat Mortal Kombat style fatalities would non-MK characters employ?We're back for the second half of Season Three! It's time for a rapid fire episode where everyone on the panel will FINISH HIM! This week, Josh leads Matt, Rachel, Ed, and JP on a journey through Mortal Kombat style fatalties for non-MK characters. How would Teenage Groot knock off an opponent? What about Commander Riker? Thirty characters go through the MK treatment in this insane episode.
Please note that, from this point forward, BNQ is not going to bleep any language. We've seen that our audience doesn't seem to matter the occasional curse words.
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2018-06-151h 25BNQ: Big Nerdy QuestionsA Brief UpdateIn which Josh provides an update on upcoming shows and announces an appearance on another show.
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BNQ: Big Nerdy QuestionsWhat is the intersection of nerdy franchises with civil rights? Part I (Ft. Jeremy Whitley)It's time to get serious as the BNQ crew tackle the huge issue of where nerdy franchises intersect with civil rights in this two-part episode. In Part I, Callie interviews Marvel writer Jeremy Whitley about his hit series "Princeless" and what comics get right and wrong about equal representation of races and genders. Joining them for this part are Josh, JP, Matt, and Colleen. This discussion goes deep, but it might be one of the most important discussions we've ever had on the show.
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2018-05-0353 minBNQ: Big Nerdy QuestionsWhich fictional characters would make great comics? Featuring Kevin GooteeCould you imagine Han Solo or Deadpool as stand-up comics? Could Jar-Jar work as an "alternative comic"? This week, BNQ welcomes Kevin Gootee, the host of the hit Amazon Prime series "Comics Watching Comics," to our show to answer these questions and more as we merge the world of nerd culture with the world of comedy. Plus, Kevin discusses his show, life as a comic, and how he knows if a comic has "it."
Big Nerdy Recommendation from Kevin: Far Cry 5
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BNQ: Big Nerdy QuestionsBig Nerdy Quickie: Ready Player One ReviewWe saw Ready Player One and then recorded a review in Matt's van. Thanks to Podbean for the recording app! We hope you enjoy the on location feel of this discussion.
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2018-04-1917 minBNQ: Big Nerdy QuestionsWhich iconic squad would fare best in a crisis situation?If you found yourself in a crisis, which iconic fictional squad would you want on your team? This week, JP, Colleen, Rachel, Kenneth, and Matt each pick a squad to defend against crises proposed by your resident host Josh. Which crew will experience a love triangle? What happens when the Planet Express ship is hijacked? Who will be given the enviable task of transporting Jar-Jar on a long voyage? Find out these answers and more in this wide-open discussion!
Big Nerdy Recommendation: Blood and Gourd Comics
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2018-04-121h 36BNQ: Big Nerdy QuestionsAre tabletop games more immersive than video games?You're trapped in an old house and the only way out is to either fight or trick a goblin guarding the front door. Do you imagine yourself rolling a D20 or do you place your hands on a keyboard and mouse in this scenario? Which option creates a fuller sense of immersion? This week, Matt hosts his first episode as he's joined by Josh, JP, Rachel, Kenneth, and special guest tabletop gaming blogger Tom as BNQ tackles the differences between tabletop and video gaming. Find out why you should never create a rabbit as fodder for a D&D...
2018-03-291h 28BNQ: Big Nerdy QuestionsWhich Harry Potter character is the most important aside from Harry, Ron, and Hermione?Get out your wands as BNQ goes back to Hogwarts! This week, Callie leads Josh, Colleen, and newcomer Amanda on a discussion through all the supporting characters of the Harry Potter series. Which character outside of the Harry, Ron, and Hermione trio is the most important, interesting, or crucial to the development of the plot? Hear how one character is more useful dead than alive and another character is the Helen of Troy in the Potterverse. And, of course, we get into a deep discussion about the character and utility of Professor Severus Snape. Ten points to your house...
2018-03-221h 22BNQ: Big Nerdy QuestionsBig Nerdy Quickie #2: A Little Trivia, A Lot of NewsThis week, Josh, JP, and Matt bring you Big Nerdy Quickie #2. This time, we discuss our big announcement that we have entered into a partnership with FleetWit.com, the leading purveyor of trivia games for real money, to bring you the best new content! Josh then pits JP and Matt against one another in a battle of trivia wits about superheroes (but not really about superheroes). Be sure to listen to the end for information on how to enter a contest to kill Jar-Jar in an upcoming episode!
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2018-03-1517 minBNQ: Big Nerdy QuestionsWhich character would want to kill its author? Featuring Jen FinelliAuthors put their favorite characters through the ringer, but in this episode, we decide to flip the script. Jen Finelli, author of the amazing novel "Becoming Hero" joins Matt, Colleen, Rachel, and Josh to discuss which characters would most want to kill their authors. Find out which resident of Westeros gains vengeance on George R.R. Martin, why living the life of a city elf isn't a great idea, and which character makes Dickens pay off his debts.
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Big Nerdy Recommendation: Babylon 5
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2018-03-081h 02BNQ: Big Nerdy QuestionsWho belongs on the Mt Rushmore of anime?From space pirates to towering mechs and from the brightest colors and orchestrations to the most tragic tales drawn on screen, anime deserves its own Mount Rushmore. In this episode, Ed hosts Rachel, Matt, and Tino as they name the limelights of this genre. Creators, animators, and composers come up in this wide-ranging discussion. Let us know if you agree with our picks! Bonus: Find great songs from nominated composers in the links at the end of the show notes! (Only available where show notes are not truncated)
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2018-03-0156 minBNQ: Big Nerdy QuestionsWhat is it like to voice an iconic anime character? Featuring Petrea BurchardThis week, BNQ welcomes Petrea Burchard, the English voice of Ryoko on Tenchi Muyo and acclaimed author, to Big Nerdy Headquarters. Petrea talks about what it's like to record narration for a show originally written in another language, her love of historical fiction and cozy mysteries, and how she realized that her part in anime history was much bigger than she ever imagined. We are incredibly honored that Petrea visited BNQ and we hope you enjoy our talk.
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2018-02-2247 minBNQ: Big Nerdy QuestionsWhat is the best ship in the Star Trek franchise?It's time for a deep dive into the ships of Star Trek! This week, Josh and JP welcome Rick from Starbase 66 back to Big Nerdy Headquarters to talk the vessels of the Final Frontier. Which Enterprise is best? Which alien race builds the best behemoth? Do models of ships hold up better than CGI? Find out these answers and more in this incredibly nerdy installment of BNQ. Excelsior!
Big Nerdy Recommenation: Black Mirror ("U.S.S. Callister") and Ready Player One Audiobook
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2018-02-151h 37BNQ: Big Nerdy QuestionsBig Nerdy Quickie #1: Chris Cope (LANGUAGE WARNING)Welcome to the first edition of Big Nerdy Quickies! In these shorter episodes, we bring you bonus content independent of a full-fledged Big Nerdy Question. To start this tradition off right, we welcome comedian extraordinaire Chris Cope to Big Nerdy HQ for his opinions on comedy, history, and mayonnaise. (Trust us, it'll make more sense once you listen.) PLEASE NOTE that the Big Nerdy Quickie series will be uncensored, so this episode is not child-friendly.
Check out Chris's site for more great content!
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2018-02-0836 minBNQ: Big Nerdy QuestionsWho are the best and worst blind dates in The Simpsons and Futurama?Does Groundskeeper Willie make you hot under the kilt? Is the stench of beer and disappointment at Moe's an aphrodisiac? Are you really into women with one-eye who captain starships? If so, this is the episode for you. JP leads Josh, Erin, Ed, and Matt on a journey through the dating world in Springfield and New New York. The dialogue in this episode is for the adults, so kiddos may want to skip this entry. For everyone else, the only thing more fun than listeneing to this hour is going on a bender with Bender.
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2018-02-041h 26BNQ: Big Nerdy QuestionsSPECIAL - What happens when panelists keep talking after they're done recording for the day? (LANGUAGE WARNING)LANGUAGE WARNING! This is JP here. After we got done recording the two-part season 3 premiere, a few of us stayed after and caught up with one another. One thing led to another, and eventually Ed and Colleen start talking about the latest Star Wars film. Well, it turns out they have very strong, opposing, and entertaining opinions about the film, and luckily I was within reach of the record button not too long after Colleen really gets going. I hope you enjoy this candid and raw discussion.
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2018-01-3038 minBNQ: Big Nerdy QuestionsWhich fictional universe would we least want to live in? Part IIIt's time for Part II of our discussion of which fictional universes we least want to live in. Ed, Colleen, Rachel, Matt, Callie, JP, and Josh lead you through a discussion ranging from Dragon Ball to Fallout and from Resident Evil to the Powerpuff Girls. Find out which hapless villain JP wants to drink with at the bar, why life as a commoner in Westeros must suck, and if reality itself is a bad fictional universe.
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2018-01-251h 07BNQ: Big Nerdy QuestionsSpecial Announcement - Help us win a studio!Hello everyone! We are currently First Place in the Podible downloads contest, but we need your help to stay there. Listen to this short episode and find out how to help us win a new studio and a featured spot on Podible. We also raise the stakes by promising to watch one of the worst films in the history of nerd culture and provide a commentary track if we win. Find out your options for cinematically torturing us in this special short. Plus, Part II of Bad Fictional Universes comes out on Thursday!
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2018-01-2409 minBNQ: Big Nerdy QuestionsWhich fictional universe would we least want to live in? Part I [Season 3 Premiere]We're back! Season 3 premieres with a twist on our traditional opener. Instead of discussing which fictional universe we want to live in, we flip the script and discuss which universes would constitute living nightmares. Learn how the world of "Berserk" might outdo the dark stories of George R.R. Martin, why Lord of the Rings isn't as idyllic as one might think, and why living in Dune would feel like your worst ever day at the beach. The whole crew of Colleen, Matt, Ed, Callie, Rachel, JP, and your intrepid host Josh are here. Welcome back to Big Nerdy...
2018-01-191h 10BNQ: Big Nerdy QuestionsWhy are we are on hiatus? Spoiler: Technology sucks.A short announcement about why we are on an unplanned hiatus, plans for the future, and (in happy news) we announce the winner of the prize from CSE Games.
2017-11-1103 minBNQ: Big Nerdy QuestionsWhat is the funniest episode of The X-Files? Halloween Special 2017The truth is out there; you can find it by killing off the Gungan. Welcome to the 2017 Halloween Special where Josh, newcomer Lea, and special guest Greg from Rumor Flies talk about the classic series of conspiracies and creatures of the night, The X-Files. Instead of focusing on the mythology (which would require a much longer episode and some aspirin), we're tackling the funniest monster of the week episodes. We don't spoil the mythology of the show, but we do spoil the episodes we discuss. Come find out why Cher's music is way creepier than we ever imagined, how...
2017-10-261h 03BNQ: Big Nerdy QuestionsWhich nerdy films were most overlooked at the Academy Awards?And the Oscar goes to...well, not the nerdy films. For most of the history of the Academy Awards, nerdy genre films haven't got the love they so richly deserved. Josh and Colleen look to rectify these omissions with the help of special guest Steve from the OscarWatch Podcast as they discuss which nerdy films were most overlooked at the Academy Awards. Find out which classic horror film almost won two Razzies, why 2001 wasn't nominated for Costume Design, and why the Academy wanted to rescind the nomination for Best Supporting Actress for Linda Blair in The Exorcist. Plus, we...
2017-10-191h 19BNQ: Big Nerdy QuestionsWho belongs on the Mt. Rushmore of gaming? Featuring Fabio Del RioWhether it's tabletop, board, or in a video form, gaming is more than just a hobby. It's become an art unto itself. We at BNQ believe gaming deserves its own Mt. Rushmore. Callie, Ed, Matt, and Josh enlist the help of board gaming developer Fabio Del Rio to determine the four figures who most belong on the hallowed mountain of gaming. We guarantee you'll learn some interesting factoids as we dive deep into the limelights of all kinds of gaming.
Big Nerdy Recommendation: Photosynthesis (Board Game)
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Potentially DangerousEpisode 98: NOC3 Preview and PredictionsIowa’s premier site for youth, high school, college, and international wrestling. Potentially Dangerous Podcast this week features hosts Tony Hager and Ross Bartachek. This show begins with the guys recapping the latest high school news in the state of Iowa including Josh Ramierz joining Wahlert, Baumler committing to Upper Iowa, and Ruffridge committing to Grand View. The of the show centers around IAwrestle's "Night of Conflict 3" event. Hager and Ross breakdown the first five event matches and give their predictions. Hager reveals the rest of the of NOC3's lineup as well as this year's coaches.
2017-10-0450 minBNQ: Big Nerdy QuestionsKirk or Picard? The 50th BNQ Episode"The only question I ever thought was hard/was do I like Kirk/or do I like Picard?" -Weird Al Yankovic
Welcome to the 50th Episode of BNQ! With a full panel consisting of Sarah, Ed, JP, Colleen, Matt, Josh, special guests Jay Sandlin and Orie from Dragon Fruit and a special appearance from Dr. Leah Brahms and Lt. Nuno from The Replicated Hat Podcast, this is the biggest BNQ to date. We discuss the timeless question of Star Trek: Kirk or Picard? Find out which captain most resembles General MacArthur, where you can find the Kirk...
2017-09-181h 19BNQ: Big Nerdy QuestionsWhich comic and literary heroes most deserve a film adaptation?Have you ever finished a book or comic and thought, "Gee, this really ought to be a movie!"? We certainly have--and it's time to tell you which book and comic heroes deserve the silver screen treatment. This week, Josh, Matt, and Ed go through the best of fantasy, science fiction, Marvel, and DC Comics and name the characters who are waiting for their close up, Mr. Spielberg.
By the way, this is episode 49. Next week, expect something special.
Big Nerdy Recommendation: The Cat Who Series by Lillian Jackson Braun
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2017-09-0758 minBNQ: Big Nerdy QuestionsWhat is the best gateway anime?Josh doesn't watch anime yet. Luckily, Matt, Rachel, and Ed (filling in as guest host) will rectify this situation. They present nine recommendations for gateway animes, including three series that are guaranteed appropriate for kids and parents to watch together. As Matt says at the beginning of this episode, even if it's something weird from Japan, that doesn't mean it's not awesome.
Big Nerdy Recommendation: Jojo's Bizarre Adventure
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2017-08-311h 06BNQ: Big Nerdy QuestionsWhat is our favorite alternate reality? Featuring Jay SandlinAlternate realities: the spaces where the characters and histories we know are twisted into something not quite recognizable. This week, we put on our evil goatees as we analyze our favorite alternate realities and histories. On the panel we have Ed, JP, Matt, and Josh. We also welcome acclaimed author Jay Sandlin to BNQ to discuss his alternate history Outbreak Mutiny. Jay is a bona fide nerd and an amazing addition to the BNQ Roundtable. If you happen to manifest a superpower during the listening of this episode, please let us know.
Hashtag of the Week: #TheHanSoloCup
2017-08-241h 05BNQ: Big Nerdy QuestionsWho is more badass — Indiana Jones or Han Solo?What do you get when you compare a scruffy nerfherder and an ophidiophobiac archaeologist? Well, if you're in Big Nerdy Headquarters, you get our discussion of who's more badass — Han Solo or Indiana Jones. We compare the two Harrison Ford iconic roles in terms of charisma, resourcefulness, moral code, intelligence, and caliber of victories. Which hero will reign supreme? Join Ed, Matt, Kenneth, and Josh to find out. Don't worry: No Crystal Skulls were used in the production of this episode.
Hashtags: #FlawlessSymphony; #Punjacked
Big Nerdy Recommendation: Rogue Legacy
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2017-08-1051 minBNQ: Big Nerdy QuestionsWhich Disney character would win the Hunger Games?Welcome to the Hunger Games, Disney edition! This time, Ed, Callie, Sarah, and Josh draw 12 Disney animated characters at random and then place them in the arena for a fight to the death. Will princesses fight or ally with each other? Could a magical being cruise to victory? Can a little clock survive to the end? And what happens with the Cave of Wonders introduces a massive twist? It's one part Disney, one part D&D, and all nerdy fun.
Big Nerdy Recommendation: The Simpsons and Their Mathematical Secrets by Simon Singh
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2017-07-271h 18BNQ: Big Nerdy QuestionsWhich sci-fi technology would most change the world?Replicators, warp drive (or is it hyperdrive), mass relays, oh my! In this foray into the cutting edge technology of the future, Matt, Colleen, and Josh examine which sci-fi technology would most change our world. We take our historical training and nerdy credentials to the max in this discussion as we dissect the pros and cons of techs across various franchises. The episode will definitely make you wonder about the future of the human race, along with the occasional horrible sci-fi pun from yours truly.
Hashtags of the Week: #MattEffect, #WannaBeamAway
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2017-07-201h 07BNQ: Big Nerdy QuestionsWhose death on Game of Thrones is the most memorable?HODOR! It's BNQ first foray into Westeros as we tackle memorable deaths from Game of Thrones. The panel this week features Matt, Callie, and Ed as we visit two weddings, talk our heads off, and receive a special crown. But please be sure not to walk out of your upstairs bedroom while listening to this episode.
Spoiler Alert: We spoil all of Game of Thrones, Seasons 1 through 6, and the published books.
Hashtag of the Week: #SeanBeanAlity
Big Nerdy Recommendation: Berserk (1997 version)
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2017-07-1353 minBNQ: Big Nerdy QuestionsWhy 42? The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy SpecialIt's the 42nd Episode of BNQ, but don't panic, we've got a mostly harmless special for you if you brought your towel. We tackle Life, the Universe and Everything about the Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy. Why is 42 the Ultimate Answer? Would humans understand a warning to leave the planet? Why is Marvin so sad? These questions and more are covered by Josh, Callie and our special guest, Dr. Leah Brahms from the Replicated Hat podcast. It's a special topic, a podcast crossover, and full of puns. In other words, it's the best of BNQ.
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2017-07-0643 minBNQ: Big Nerdy QuestionsWhat is the filmmaking process IRL (In Real Life)? - Interview with Bobby Del RioWelcome to another BNQ special featuring an awesome guest! Bobby Del Rio, of My Roommate's An Escort, IRL: The Series, and The Market, joins Ed, JP, and Josh in Big Nerdy Headquarters to discuss his works and his artistic process. Bobby tells us about the differences in making comedy and drama, how IRL is a reflection of our cultural changes relative to social media, and how The Market is a vulgar-yet-accurate reflection of the dark side of capitalism. We do get a bit heady in this episode, but the discussion is well worth it.
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2017-06-2945 minBNQ: Big Nerdy QuestionsFallout vs. The Elder Scrolls - which is the better RPG series?War...War never changes. Whether you fight dragons or raiders with shouts or mini nukes, the war will go on. This week, Josh and Matt welcome podcast newcomer Jason to Big Nerdy Headquarters to discuss Bethesda's twin titans, Fallout and The Elder Scrolls. Which franchise provides the better RPG experience? We go in depth on story, character design, setting, and other intangibles to provide a somewhat educated pick. At the very least, this episode may give you a charisma boost. Take your Rad-X and enjoy.
Big Nerdy Recommendation: Starplex by Robert J. Sawyer
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2017-06-151h 07BNQ: Big Nerdy QuestionsWho belongs on the Mount Rushmore of nerdy television?JP is your guest host one more time as BNQ starts a new series on the Mount Rushmore of Nerddom with our look into the titans of nerdy television. Who are those leaders of television who made it a great place for nerds, geeks, and all others of a genre persuasion? Ed and Josh join JP to bestow the honors, but we will need help from the listeners to fill all four slots.
Big Nerdy Recommendation: Powerless
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2017-06-0853 minBNQ: Big Nerdy QuestionsIs the machine uprising like in The Terminator a real concern?BNQ is in the midst of an uprising! JP takes over this week as the host while Josh takes a seat on the panel with Callie. Their topic--the plausibility of a machine uprising like in the Terminator franchise. Along the way, the three amateur futurists take a look at 2001, Asimov's laws, the Turing test, Battlestar Galactica, and the pros and cons of the automation economy. We were definitely wearing our thinking caps for this discussion and we hope you enjoy it.
Big Nerdy Recommendation: Chrono Trigger
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2017-06-011h 00BNQ: Big Nerdy QuestionsWhat strange drawbacks would negate super powers?Can you stick refridgerator magnets to Wolverine's claws? Does The Incredible Hulk have a limitless clothing budget? Would Iceman be more or less effective in the middle of the desert? These questions and more are on tap this week as Josh, JP, Colleen, and Matt look at how strange drawbacks can negate otherwise useful super powers. In addition to looking at established powers, the panel also gets creative and comes up with their own "if this, then that" scenarios for cancelling out marvelous abilities. We think this episode doesn't really have any drawbacks and we'll hope you agree.
2017-05-2550 minBNQ: Big Nerdy QuestionsWho is worthy to lift Thor's hammer? The SequelBrace yourself, it's time for the most anticipated sequel of Season Two! Last year, JP gave Spongebob Squarepants the power to lift Thor's hammer. This year, it gets even better. Colleen, Ed, Matt, and Rachel join JP and Josh as they discuss over thirty characters in rapid fire to figure out who's worthy to wield the hammer and who's just a tool (see what I did there?). This might just be the funniest hour we've ever produced; we hope you enjoy.
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2017-05-181h 10BNQ: Big Nerdy QuestionsWhat is the signficance of "genre" in genre fiction? (Featuring EC Ambrose)Do readers, authors, editors, and publishers think about books in terms of specific genre, such as historical fantasy or postmodern cyberpunk? Or is the idea of "genre fiction" an easy classification for those forms of speculative fiction that us nerds love to read and analyze? This week, we welcome special guest EC Ambrose, author of The Dark Apostle series and judge of the World Fantasy Awards, to delve into the significance of genre from all of the stockholder perspectives. We also discuss "The Dark Apostle" series and how to weave real history into a work of fantasy. Listen in f...
2017-05-041h 10BNQ: Big Nerdy QuestionsWhat are our favorite female-led comedies of TV and film?It's a very special episode of BNQ! We invite Katie Uhlmann and Trish Rainone of the Youtube hit comedy series "My Roommate's An Escort" into Big Nerdy Headquarters to discuss our favorite female-led comedies. We also talk about what it's like to write and direct a web series and finding inspiration in real life absurdity for writing comedy.
Check out "My Roommate's An Escort" on Youtube!
Big Nerdy Recommendations: Popternative and Wee Sing in Sillyville
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2017-04-2749 minBNQ: Big Nerdy QuestionsWhat is the gravest cinematic injustice committed against a beloved franchise? Part IILast week, JP, Ed, Matt, and Josh took you into the depths of horrible cinema to present the gravest cinematic injustices against beloved franchises. Of course, one episode isn't enough time to contain so much awfulness, so we now give you Part 2 to finish our deep dive into rotten waters. Find out why Matt would never cast an athlete as a superhero, hear Ed's takedown of M. Night's disgraceful handling of a modern classic, and find out which Star Trek film Josh thinks derailed the franchise.
Hashtag of the Week: #NotMyStarTrek
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2017-04-2057 minBNQ: Big Nerdy QuestionsWhat is the gravest cinematic injustice committed against a beloved franchise? Part ISure there are bad films, but which ones truly sullied their franchise's reputation? This week, Ed, JP, Matt, and Josh dive into the worst of the worst to pick which films were the worst cinematic injustices committed against their beloved franchises. As it turns out, there is so much junk in our cinematic history that we ended up having a two hour discussion. Here's the first part; you'll get Part II next week.
Please note that this episode has the most bleeping of any our episodes to date. Bad films make us angry, apparently.
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2017-04-1336 minBNQ: Big Nerdy QuestionsWhat are the best and worst blind dates of the Star Trek universe?In our first season, we went to a galaxy far away to determine the best dates in the Star Wars universe. This week we bring you the sequel as Callie, Matt, JP, and special guest star Rick from Starbase 66 look at the romantic options of the Star Trek universe. You'll learn why dating Q or a Klingon could prove hazardous to your health. You'll re-evaluate the trope of "Sad Geordi." You'll even think of the Enterprise herself in a whole new way. This episode is bawdy, ribald, and just plain fun.
Big Nerdy Recommendation: We Are Legion (W...
2017-04-061h 21BNQ: Big Nerdy QuestionsIs Rogue One a strong addition to the Star Wars canon?It was the first stand-alone Star Wars live-action film, but was it a strong addition to the hallowed franchise? This week, Colleen, Ed, Matt, and Josh tackle Rogue One: A Star Wars Story. We analyze the characters, the plot, and the connections to the Original Trilogy. We also take a look at the Legends (Extended Universe) canon and examine if Rogue One and Episode VII are worthy replacements for what many authors had previously created. This week also features our tribute to Carrie Fisher - an amazing person who shall forever live amongst the stars.
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2017-03-3053 minBNQ: Big Nerdy QuestionsWhich fictional universe do you most want to live in? (Reprise)Just like Steven Spielberg's dinosaurs, we're back! It's time for Season 2 of Big Nerdy Questions. This week, we revisit our very first topic to tackle eight more fictional universes you might want to live in. Matt, JP, Callie, and Josh bring you life in Futurama, Doctor Who, Hyrule, South Park, and four more universes. Learn how floating onomatopoeia's can ruin the medical billing industry, hear tales of the landscaping and psychiatry businesses at the Water Temple, and listen as Josh goes super saiyan when comparing our current dearth of facts to a literary classic.
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2017-03-231h 15BNQ: Big Nerdy QuestionsWhich hero has the best origin story?Every hero has one, sometimes they are groan-inducing, but when done right, they can set the stage for an amazing story. On this week's BNQ, Colleen, Ed, Matt, and Josh answer which hero has the best origin story. Is it a classic like Spiderman? Is it a modern sensation like Mob from Mob Psycho 100? Listen to find out.
While we discuss origins this week, it's ironically the end of our first season. Thank you to all of our listeners! We'll be back in March with more brand new BNQ episodes.
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2017-02-031h 24BNQ: Big Nerdy QuestionsWhat spell would you choose to learn at Hogwarts?Time to yell "Expecto Patronum!" at the top of your lungs, because BNQ is heading to the Potterverse. This week, Josh, Ed, Colleen, and newcomer Callie look at the spells, charms, jinxes, and other various magical miscellany that you could learn as a student at Hogwarts. If you could only choose one, which one is it? Do you use your knowledge for practicality, helping others, or to just make the world a more interesting place? Watch out for the bludgers and keep your brooms handy...
Hashtags of the Week: #AccioCoffee; #WizardWorldProblems; #RepealReparo; #WizardUnion
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