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Tom Meets Interesting PeopleThe EMT Who Ran For Office! | Erik Johnson | Interview 33 | TMIPWhen I reveal who this next guest is and what he is currently doing, I know many of you might find it uninteresting and consider switching to another episode. However, I urge you to stay, at least for this one. Regardless of your position in society or your location in the world, politics plays a significant role in our lives. Every policy made has some effect, whether it's on tax, education, health, transport, or any other sector you can imagine.My guest today is Erik Johnson. He's currently running for city council in St. Albans, Vermont, but...2024-02-1237 min

Tom Meets Interesting PeopleThe director who will be the first to die in a horror movie | Kris Bell | TMIP | Interview 32Kris Bell is that guy who ignores the signs with the creepy warnings and carries on past only to meet a gruesome end and be the first in the horror movie to die.In this episode we talk about how to film a movie in a cave, the trust that you must have in your crew and paying fair wages for your actors. Obviously the SAG/WGA strikes are a big topic right now and I'm glad to able to give my support in all of this.I've brought Matt Bliss on board to help...2023-09-1947 min

Tom Meets Interesting PeopleHow to advertise like a PRO & LGBTQ+ Media today | TMIP | Interview 29Matt Skallerud is an advertsing genuis who began his online career in May 1995 with the launch of GayWired.com, which became one of the top 3 LGBTQ websites worldwide. Having worked with companies, large and small, for more than 20 years to reach the LGBTQ+ online consumer.I pick his brain and we talk about what he has learned, how he approaches his ad campaigns and LGBTQ+ Media then and now,00:04:20 The early LGBTQ+ media landscape was print-dominated.00:04:58 The evolution of online media.00:09:38 Social media algorithms and...2023-05-3150 min

Tom Meets Interesting PeopleDo THIS if you want your podcast to succeed | Arielle Nissenblatt | TMIP | Interview 28Tom sits down with Arielle Nissenblatt, founder of EarBuds Podcast Collective and co-host of the Sounds Profitable Podcast. They discuss the importance of podcast marketing and audience growth, as well as the art of making a good podcast trailer. Arielle shares her insights on how to start a project from scratch and offers advice on how to monetize, as well as whether you should monetize at all.Arielle's Linkshttps://twitter.com/arithisandthathttps://www.earbudspodcastcollective.org/Tom's Linkswww.tommeetsinterestingpeople.comhttps://twitter.com/tommeetspeople 2023-05-2247 min

Tom Meets Interesting PeopleTom Meets Interesting People TrailerTom Meets Interesting People - The Podcast That Takes You on a Deep Dive into Fascinating LivesWelcome to Tom Meets Interesting People! I'm your host, Tom Sanderson, and I'm here to introduce you to some of the most fascinating folks out there.Each episode is a deep dive into the work, projects, and processes of our amazing guests, who range from voice actors to nuclear engineers and everyone in between. We don't just ask the usual questions - we're all about the practical insights and entertaining stories that will leave you inspired and informed.2023-04-2102 min

Tom Meets Interesting PeopleSeason 3 Preview | Behind the scenes of The Gifted | Interview with film director August Aguilar | TMIPA first look at The Gifted, the latest feature film from @StrangeFilmsStudios starring Ginger Lynn Allen (31, The Devil's Rejects). Stick around at the end to watch the trailer.I get to sit down with August and dive deep into the process of how the Gifted came to be. The full episode will go live on June 12th, but I had to share with this with you and August has very kindly allowed me to share this with you.Of course, those who jump on the pateron will get it early.https://www.patreon.c...2023-04-1416 min

Tom Meets Interesting PeopleFeeddrop 4: Think Inclusive (plus update from me)I’ve got another feed drop for you but before I do that, got a bit of an update for you.Update from TomAs you may have noticed, I’ve not been publishing many episodes, and instead doing these feeddrops. Don’t worry, I’m just stalling for time, I’ve already recorded a whole bunch of interesting interviews that I’m mega excited to share with you, and throughout April, I’ve got a whole bunch that I get to record.As such, I’m going to launch the new season on Monday May 22...2023-04-0538 min

Tom Meets Interesting PeopleFeeddrop 3: The Dead Drop PodcastHey everyone. I'm going on a break for a little bit to produce some new interviews and have a chance to chill for just a little while. In the mean time, I've asked a bunch of awesome podcasters to come take part in a series of feeddrops where I get to introduce you to their awesome podcasts.This thrid feed drop comes from the wonderful Matthew Bliss and the Dead Drop Podcast, a podcast that delivers gaming news from across the industry in under 10 minutes. Matt's LinksTwitter @MattBlissPodInsta: @MattBlissPod 2023-03-2211 min

Tom Meets Interesting PeopleFeeddrop 2: Trailer ParkHey everyone. I'm going on a break for a little bit to produce some new interviews and have a chance to chill for just a little while. In the mean time, I've asked a bunch of awesome podcasters to come take part in a series of feeddrops where I get to introduce you to their awesome podcasts.The second feeddrop is for a podcast about podcast trailers...trust me it makes sense. Trailer Park is all about showcasing different podcasters and introducing you their content via their trailers. Whether those trailers never became fully-realized podcasts, were made...2023-03-1411 min

Tom Meets Interesting PeopleFeeddrop 1: Gamer Parents PodcastHey everyone. I'm going on a break for a little bit to produce some new interviews and have a chance to chill for just a little while. In the mean time, I've asked a bunch of awesome podcasters to come take part in a series of feeddrops where I get to introduce you to their awesome podcasts.This first feed drop comes from the gamer parents podcast. One of the hosts of the podcast, Kevin, was also a guest on Tom Meets Intreresting People and is an all round awesome bloke. We've stayed in contact after our...2023-03-1035 min

Tom Meets Interesting PeopleBreaking Mental Health Stigma through Honesty, Humour & Podcasting | Tim Mccarthy (20Timinutes) | Interview 27CW: Deep dive into mental health and suicide Tim McCarthy delves into what mental health means to him. We talk about his ADHD and bipolar diagnoses, how he uses them to create his podcast, 20Timinutes, through humor, insight, and personal stories. Tim very kindly opens up and shares how he tried to commit suicide and what saved him.Tim’s Link:Website: https://20timinutes.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/20TIMinutesTom's LinksTwitter: @tommeetspeopleInsta: @tommeetspeopleTiktok: @tommeetspeopleYoutube: @tommeetsinterestingpeople 2023-02-281h 00

Tom Meets Interesting PeopleThe Filmmaker Who Dared to Make a Film about North Sentinel Island | Jonathan Perry | Interview 26Award winning filmmaker Jonathan Perry talks to me about "Sentinelese", his latest project which explores the isoloated people of North Sentinel Island. In 2006, islanders killed two fishermen whose boat had drifted ashore, and in 2018 an American Christian missionary was killed after bribing local fishermen to transport him to the island. I talk to Jonathan about why he would make a film about people who have made it very clear that they don't want any contact with the outside.We also dive deep into Jonathan's other projects, and take a look behind the scenes at how a film...2023-02-211h 15

Tom Meets Interesting PeopleGaming: A Life-Long Love Affair | Interview 25 | Ryan SmithRyan Smith has that job we all didn't know we wanted when we were growing up. He's a content creator for Las Vagas Inferno, an E-Sports team based out of...you guest it Las Vegas. Ryan is also the co-host of LAN Parties: A Video Gaming and Esports Podcast with Lukas Eggen, and a host on the CFG Game Cast.In today's epsiode, we nerd out over games, dive into the future of E-Sports, talk about some rising stars in the E-sports world and deep dive into how Ryan put his podcasts together while juggling all of...2023-02-141h 11

Tom Meets Interesting PeopleEP24: Who Let The Dogs Out?! | Michael AccettaWho let the dogs out? It was likely this weeks guest, Micheal Accetta. Micheal has trained over 12000 dogs and is the founder of Matador Canine Brilliance LLC, and the host of the Acknowledge Dog's Podcast.We talk all things dog in this epsiode, from best pratices to the biggest myths in dog training and why the alpha dog isn't a thing.We also talk about why Micheal started his own business and the biggest lessions that he has learnt.This is the doggo epsiode...I am so happy!Micheal's Links 2023-02-0753 min

Tom Meets Interesting PeopleEP22: HE'S MY DOPPELGANGER!!! - How to run a D&D show! | Leland SteelLeland Steel grew up in a suburb of Vancouver, BC, Canada. He was a stereotypical introvert and enthusiast of nerdy things, keeping a close-knit group of friends who spent their time playing street hockey, video games, Magic: The Gathering, and board games, as well as consuming all kinds of films. This group of friends became known as T-Hud, a very "clever" abbreviation for The Neighbourhood, since they all lived on the same street.It wasn't until his early- to mid-20s that he got into TTRPGs and the hobby tabletop gaming industry. This prompted him to start...2023-01-2400 min

Tom Meets Interesting PeopleEP21: Hiding from the goverment, getting bored and starting a band | Andrew CultureAndrew wrote his first book, 'The A-Z of Cats', in 1984 at the age of eight. Since then, he has spent as much time as possible writing, making music, and enjoying life. Most of his time is now devoted to making and performing music. He also runs an SEO agency and is a cheerful member of Toastmasters International. He is still waiting to hear back from the publishers about whether they want to publish 'The A-Z of Cats'... I don't know about you, but I want that book to happen. Let's start a GoFundMe!Leave a Review on...2023-01-1759 min

Tom Meets Interesting PeopleE20: Al Alignment, AI Podcasts & The Future of AI | Sam PlankAI is already here, whether we like it or not. In the art world, AI is present in the form of art generators like Midjourney and Dall-e. In communication, we can converse with Chat GPT, or open Notion and ask the AI to write an introduction. AI has now found its way into the podcasting world.Leave a Review on GOODPODSwww.goodpods.com/podcasts/tom-meets-interesting-people-213696About the episode My guest today is Sam Plank, the founder and CEO of Dubb, an AI marketing tool for podcasters. We discussed the implications...2023-01-1044 min

Tom Meets Interesting PeopleE19: Podcasting 101 with Matthew Bliss: Setting Up Your Show, Editing Tips, and Media LiteracyThis was a massive episode, wasn't it? It was my longest one yet, clocking in at almost two hours. I think that's a great sign.Matthew Bliss is the host of the Dead Drop Pod, a podcast that delivers gaming news from across the industry in under 10 minutes. He is also the creator of blissery.fm, a podcast editing and mastering service.We talk about starting your own podcast, the lessons we have both learned and talk in depth about the equipment and processes we use. This is the episode for anyone looking to get...2023-01-031h 46

Tom Meets Interesting PeopleE18: Jim Wolfe: Music and BusinessIn this episode, we had the pleasure of talking to Jim Wolfe, a 66 year old business owner, electronic musician, and content creator. We discussed his main project, Five Notes Media, why he made it, and how he puts the music together. We also discussed his thoughts on leadership as facilitators at the bottom rather than the boss at the top.Rate this show on GoodPodshttps://goodpods.com/podcasts/tom-meets-interesting-people-213696Jim's LinksLinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr5notes.Tik Tok @ScaredCatMusicInstagram https://www.instagram...2022-12-1329 min

Tom Meets Interesting PeopleE15: Reflecting on the first seasonHey all, so I don't have a guest today, instead, I've got a behind-the-scenes special for you. When this episode goes out, I'll be at my graduation and then make questionable life choices under the influence of alcohol in the evening.In this episode, I reflect on the past season; what went well, what didn't and what I want to change.Tom Meets Interesting People Links:LEAVE A REVIEW ON GOODPODS:https://www.goodpods.com/podcasts/213696Check out my blog:https://tommeetsinterestingpeople.substack.com/Linktree: 2022-11-1536 min

Tom Meets Interesting PeopleE14: Martin Whiskin: How to be a voiceover artist!In the last episode of the season, I met Martin Whiskin to talk about how a voiceover artist makes a living, what goes into the work, and how a voiceover artist can help a business stand out from the crowd.You can check out the deep-dive reflection on my Substack, where I talk about what I learned and sum up this episode: https://tommeetsinterestingpeople.substack.com/Martin Whiskin is a voiceover artist who has lent his voice to Lego, RAF, Mercedes, NHS and BMW, to name a few, but his background is much more corporate...2022-11-081h 00

Tom Meets Interesting PeopleE13: Jeremy Swick Part 2: Running A BusinessIn the second part of this interview, we talk about how Jeremy runs his own business, how it came to be and the challenges he faced, we also share some social media tips for creators and podcasters alikeJeremy Swick has one of those jobs that is just cool…he is a Historian and Curator with a passion for history, education, and social media. He’s a huge fan of talking history and learning. He’s worked professionally at several institutions ranging from a historic photography museum to the Pro Football Hall of Fame and College Football Hall o...2022-11-0128 min

Tom Meets Interesting PeopleE12: Jeremy Swick Part 1: Running a Museum and a Passion for American Football.Jeremy Swick has one of those jobs that is just cool…he is a Historian and Curator with a passion for history, education, and social media. He’s a huge fan of talking history and learning. He’s worked professionally at several institutions ranging from a historic photography museum to the Pro Football Hall of Fame and College Football Hall of Fame and is currently the Head Archivist at the Wisconsin Black Historical Society and Museum.We talked about his work at the Wisconsin Black Historical Society, where his love of history came from and deep-dived into his lo...2022-10-2544 min

Tom Meets Interesting PeopleE11: Benoit Australia: Wrestling and HiphopWhat happens when you take a rapper and podcaster, put them in the same (virtual) room and tell them that they are both huge fans of professional wrestling? Find out in what I think is one of the most fun episodes I’ve recorded to date.Benoit Australia is from…you guessed it, Australia. We talk about his music and why he creates hip-hop. We talk about what hiphop and rap mean to him and talk about what the music is like in Australia. We then take a deep dive into Benoit Australia’s music, talking about the nu...2022-10-1840 min

Tom Meets Interesting PeopleEP10: Tommy Burke: Film, Parkinson's and WritingTommy Burke was one of the most well-known and liked people behind the scenes in Chicago PD, Skin, CSI Miami, and the pilot for Desperate Housewives. Tommy talked to me about his battle with Parkinson's, his experience in film and putting that all on paper.Tom Meets Interesting People is the podcast where I will interview anyone from nuclear engineers to voice actors.We will discuss the guest's work, their processes, what they are passionate about and what makes them get up in the morning.Each episode will end with my adaptation of...2022-10-1623 min

Tom Meets Interesting PeopleE09: Mr Slade: Growing Up Gay, Rupaul in the Mainstream Media and Musical InspirationsBeing surrounded by people that accept you, like you and encourage you to be you, and learning to love yourself and knowing others love you is the best feeling in the entire world. LGBTQ artist Mr Slade experienced this love and acceptance when he was 16 and now uses his music to give a little bit of that acceptance back to the gay community.For me, I needed this interview, and that’s something that I didn’t realise until I was writing this episode description. I found that I suddenly had a connection to the queer kids who...2022-10-1139 min

Tom Meets Interesting PeopleE08: Dr Federico Farini: Spaces, History and Love IslandHow can we make spaces work for the people who use them? How is history used as a tool to suit power? I met Dr Federico Farini, and we talked about how we could rethink how we plan and use spaces and his research project ChildUp! And SpaceX. We even manage to talk about Love Island and the sociological implications that have.Dr Farini leads the Centre for Psychological and Sociological Sciences at the University of Northampton. Federico takes pride in their commitment to a positive impact on communities that characterises his research and teaching. Working with E...2022-10-041h 02

Tom Meets Interesting PeopleE07: Robert Walker: Dungeons & Dragons, Psychology And The Secret Big Bad Evil GuysThere are few mediums that have such therapeutic properties as D&D, and there are even fewer that let you have an experience with your friends that is unique to you. We are seeing a new era where geek culture is mainstream, and is finding it's way into therapeutic envioments.I met Robert Walker, the host of Dungeons, Dragons and Psychology. He’s also the author of Session Zero - The DMG to Writing Great Campaigns in any System and The NPC Compendium: Tools for the Organized DM and he likes to use my psychology education in co...2022-10-0252 min

Tom Meets Interesting PeopleE06: Mac McGregor: Masculinity, Trans Issues & ActivismAs men, we are told from a young age that we're supposed to be competitive, not collaborative. My guest on this episode asks us to re-examine this social condition as adults. We discuss how Andrew Tate is really scared and the difference between traditional and toxic masculinity. We also talk about how people can be better alleys for the LGBTQ+ Community and using our privilege to knock down barriers for each other.Mac McGregor tells me his story of growing up in a competitive sporting environment in the bible belt in the 1960s and describing the magic...2022-09-2750 min

Tom Meets Interesting PeopleE05: Jeremiah Ukponrefe: The Host Dying, Books & Really Sad BarsShould you die during the recording of your podcast? I chatted with Jeremiah Ukponrefe, a comedian, promotor and author whose observations have subversive darkness behind them. We talked about dying while recording a podcast episode and what it would be like to be that guest, politicians being unable to leave a room and the process behind writing for both Sci-fi and comedy.02:22 - Observations03:28 - Comedians wearing masks06:22 - Is it better to die in your peak or drag it out? - Dying in the middle of recording a podcast. You’re cursed wi...2022-09-2143 min

Tom Meets Interesting PeopleE04: Urmi Hossain: Culture, Women's Empowerment & MoneyI met Urmi Hossain, a campaigner for causes such as women's empowerment and giving back to the non-privileged. We talked about her work to empower others through her blog and her book, 'Discovering Your Identity: A Rebirth From Interracial Struggle', where she talks about her struggle to find her identity in her Italian-Bengali upbringing. We also discussed pursuing a CFA designation and the sacrifice needed to pass.01:55 – Where did your ambition come from?03:11 – A Bengali girl born in Italy, now in Canada. All about culture & finding your identity.10:00 – Cultural barriers, religion & money16:1...2022-09-0638 min

Tom Meets Interesting PeopleE03: TheJoshFrost: Hip-Hop, Drugs & Mental HealthIn this episode, I met TheJoshFrost. We talked about his early influences, his battle with drugs, and those that are important to him. We deep-dived into his music, explored his art's messages and meaning, and even got to nerd out a little bit.Timestamps2:00 – How TheJoshFrost got into music & early influences4:48 – The music writing process7:00 – What TheJoshFrost music is about and fame in the music industry12:30 – Deep dive into TheJoshFrost’s music catalogue26:25 – Getting help with drug issues.31:30 – The Garage Gang Podcast and slandering the entire podcast...2022-08-3057 min

Tom Meets Interesting PeopleE02: Noah Healy: Nuclear Engineering, Stock Markets & The Dot-Com BoomTom meets Noah Healy; a nuclear engineer turned market designer and game theories. We talk about graduating college during the dot com boom, their fascination with the mathematics of information and computation and their work on a better market design.2022-08-2558 min

Tom Meets Interesting PeopleE01: Ashley-Casey Tyrell: Voice Acting, Characterisation and ParodiesTom meets voice actor and writer Ashley-Casey Tyrrell who talks about how they became a voice actor and the processes behind voicing a character. We discuss some of voice actors' difficulties and ways to break into the industry. We also discuss their parody series "What really happens inside the House of Commons", which follows in the footsteps of such shows as Spitting image and Yes Minster---Ashley-Casey's Links---Twitter: @ED3VACasting Call Club: Lakewash223Website: https://actcommissions.carrd.co---Our Links---Instagram: https://www.instagram.com...2022-08-1638 min

Something Something Joystick199 - Mr. & Mrs. JiffThis week, it's our final not-final episode, so naturally we talk about Xavier's friend Tom, melting snowmen, and cleaning products. Plus we invent ice-pants, envision an erotic-thriller Will Smith biopic and an Apprentice/Mentalist mashup, and bid a final goodbye to recording the Something Something Joystick podcast whilst and sitting in office chairs and wearing headphones. MUSIC USED: SSJ Theme 3000: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan first summer in a city: free cake for every creature TSGWTA Theme: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan FEATURE TRACK: We've been saving this week's feature track f...2016-03-2000 min

Something Something Joystick195 - Making A Magician (feat. Juliet Timmerman!)This week, we're joined by extremely cool dude Juliet Timmerman, and we discuss America's upcoming Puppelection, the mysterious circumstances surrounding Tom's death, and magic weight-loss secrets. Also, we play a couple of great rounds of That Sounds Good, What's That About? in which we neglect to develop the 'Australian Hamilton' idea that came up earlier in the show but instead work up a double bill that includes 'Fuck Your Way Out Of This One, Houdini'. MUSIC USED: SSJ Theme 3000: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan I Can't Tell: Big White TSGWTA Theme: Xa...2016-02-2400 min

Something Something Joystick194 - Bros In Different Area CodesThis week, Tom's on assignment in Adelaide, SA, but the show must go on! Tom sends remote clips back to Xavier at SSJ HQ, who takes the opportunity to have some alone time (basically just shitting on Tom as usual). This is a bit of a weird one! MUSIC USED: SSJ Theme 3000: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan CLICK HERE to download! 2016-02-1500 min

Something Something Joystick192 - Swingers II: I Hardly Know Her (feat. Nikko Malyon & Reece Piper!)This week, we're joined once again by the very funny Nikko Malyon and Reece Piper! We premiere Tom's Rap Sheet (Song of the Summer 2016), and discuss Upton Girl, award-winning canine stunt-doubles, and Adam Sandler's role in Star Wars: The Force Awakens. Plus, we premiere some exciting new segments of the show, including Cricket Minute, Voldemort Minute, and The One-Minute Minute! Plus we see how low we can go, and play another round of That Sounds Good, What's That About? MUSIC USED: SS...2016-02-0100 min

Something Something Joystick191 - Face FactsThis week, we're guestless, restless, and ultimately pointless, but we have a fast-paced discussion about the important things in life, such as For Dummies books, pipe-cleaners, and eating human teeth. Plus we play another exciting round of That Sounds Good, What's That About? in which we're visited by the famous Wolf of Wall Street from that movie (y'know, Wolf Creek). MUSIC USED: SSJ Theme 3000: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan Teenager: Jeff Rosenstock TSGWTA Theme: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan FEATURE TRACK: This week we're pleased as punch to be p...2016-01-2500 min

Something Something Joystick184 - A Big Pile of Dosh (feat. Andrew Hastings!)This week, we're joined once again by the very funny Andrew Hastings, and we discuss Hot Topic, STI tests, and film & television actor James Cromwell. Plus, we tear into another round of That Sounds Good, What's That About? and explore a rap documentary about Will Smith. MUSIC USED: SSJ Theme 3000: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan Laugh Till I Cry: The Front Bottoms TSGWTA Theme: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan FEATURE TRACK: This week, we're thrilled to be playing tracks from the new album by legendary New Jersey pu...2015-11-3000 min

Something Something Joystick183 - Some ShipThis week, Tom defends his reputation as Ultimate Champion, we talk a little about Eddie Vedder's giant brain, and we settle in for a chat with our subconsciouses. Plus, you guessed it - another round of That Sounds Good, What's That About? MUSIC USED: SSJ Theme 3000: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan Smash: PAINT on PAINT TSGWTA Theme: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan FEATURE TRACK: This week we're thrilled to be playing some tunes by Canberra's PAINT on PAINT, a new band made up of Hannah Beasle...2015-11-1600 min

Something Something Joystick182 - Slow Hockey (feat. Nikko Malyon & Ben Kochan!)This week, it's a very special Hallowe'en Spook-Dracula! To celebrate, we're joined once again by our friends Nikko Malyon and Ben Kochan, and we discuss the Bloods vs. the Crypts, the death of Big Kev, and the Cool Klux Klan. A little later in the pod we're joined by two more very interesting fellows, so don't go anywhere! Plus, we play another exciting round of That Sounds Good, What's That About? MUSIC USED: SSJ Hallowe'en Spook-Dracula Theme: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan A Barricade Grows: Max Quinn's Onomatopenis TSGWTA Theme: Xavier R...2015-11-0200 min

Something Something Joystick181 - The Laughing Cow (feat. Simon Bosco!)This week, we're thrilled to welcome the very funny Simon Bosco to the show! We talk about difficult names, practical effects, and selling it with your eyebrows. Plus, we play an exciting round of That Sounds Good, What's That About? (and we recast The Merchant of Venice with cuts of meat...) MUSIC USED: SSJ Theme 3000: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan Evaporate: Chris Farren TSGWTA Theme: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan FEATURE TRACK: Where U Are is the new single by punk rock celebrity Chris Farren, w...2015-10-1900 min

Something Something Joystick180 - The Revolution Will Not Be Tinderised (feat. James Colley!)This week, we're joined once again by our old friend James Colley, and we dig deep to learn about the man behind the laughter. Plus, we discuss gift-wrapping, Kelsey Grammer, and tagging the moon, before jumping into another round of That Sounds Good, What's That About? (in which we forget all about #Proud Daddy and also forget about "wheezing the ju-uice", sorry). MUSIC USED: SSJ Theme 3000: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan Evie: Cub Sport TSGWTA Theme: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan FEATURE TRACK: This week we...2015-10-1200 min

Something Something Joystick179 - The Huge Mer-Bitch (feat. Fran Middleton!)This week, we welcome the hilarious Fran Middleton to the show, and we discuss swimming around the world, favourite pies, and the universal language of juggling. Plus, we premiere a few new segments including Stinkers & Blinkers and The Blame Game, before launching into another instalment of That Sounds Good, What's That About? [DISCLAIMER: XRN's microphone drops out at the 29 minute mark for about 6 minutes. Apologies - but please bear with it to hear Fran sing Sisqo's 'Thong Song'!] MUSIC USED: SSJ Theme 3000: X...2015-10-0500 min

Something Something Joystick178 - Star Wars RebootThis week, we take a dip in the SSJ jacuzzi (then relocate to the sauna), address some common criticism of the podcast, and discuss some of our most important religious beliefs. Plus, we play a couple of rounds of That Sounds Good, What's That About? MUSIC USED: SSJ Theme 3000: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan Can't Stop: Babaganoüj FEATURE TRACK: Brisbane quartet Babaganoüj have graced the SSJ podcast a number of times, as their string of impressive singles and shows have drummed up a l...2015-09-2800 min

Something Something Joystick177 - The SpillThis week, we've got new digs! We sing the Ballad of Turd Ferguson, discuss the #libspill, and head to Bunnings Warehouse for an exclusive remote segment. Plus, we're in the middle of a 30 day happiness challenge, and we talk about how viewer feedback fuels the show. Plus, we play another exciting game of That Sounds Good, What's That About? MUSIC USED: SSJ Theme 3000: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan Hold On Together (feat. Phoebe Imhoff): Jeremy Neale FEATURE TRACK: Jeremy Neale has been a friend of the show for so...2015-09-2100 min

Something Something Joystick176 - Any Old Mum'll Do (feat. Reece Piper!)This week, we welcome the very funny Reece Piper to the show, and we discuss the world's most famous convenience store, getting naked in public, and Oedipus complexes. Plus, we play an exciting round of That Sounds Good, What's That About? DISCLAIMER: Please forgive the audio quality of this episode - one of our mics was playing up, but we managed to right it after the first segment. MUSIC USED: SSJ Theme 3000: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan Bass Straight: Corporate Vibes FEATURE TRACK: This week, we're featuring 2015-09-0700 min

Something Something Joystick175 - The Hippocampus (with guest host Shubha!)This week, it's a very special episode - Tom is away on camp or something, so Shubha returns to the show for a special one-on-one chat. We discuss Tom's absence (at length), iced chocolates, and the Golden Gaytime Icecream Tub Project. Plus, we play a thrilling game of That Sounds Good, What's That About? MUSIC USED: SSJ Theme 3000: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan Keyboard Skills: Jonesez FEATURE TRACK: Jonesez are a super-catchy group from Melbourne who were kind enough to let us play songs fr...2015-08-3000 min

Something Something Joystick174 - Three Hots and a CotThis week, Tom pees into a cup, then we talk about erotic bagpipes, targeted Facebook marketing, and of course, the brand new SSJ premium subscription service. Plus, we play an exciting round of That Sounds Good, What's That About? MUSIC USED: SSJ Theme 3000: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan NBA Jam: Shiny Coin FEATURE TRACK: Melbourne group Shiny Coin are our feature artist this week, with their track My Friends. Their EP 'Tape' came out earlier this year, and has been on high rotation at SSJ HQ t...2015-08-2400 min

Something Something Joystick173 - A Jon Lovitz Vehicle (feat. Nikko Malyon!)This week, we welcome the hilarious Nikko Malyon to talk about right-wing sports radio, sins, and working for the FBI. Plus, we play an exciting new game called I Don't Care, I Love It! and of course a thrilling round of That Sounds Good, What's That About? MUSIC USED: SSJ Theme 3000: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan No Breathing: Little Horn Soothsayer: Little Horn FEATURE TRACK: Little Horn specialise in fuzzy, guitar-driven slacker pop in the vein of Wavves and Yuck. They've just released a...2015-08-1700 min

Something Something Joystick172 - The Fantastic Mr. KotterThis week, we talk about Public Domain (and the Yankovic Defense), Catwoman, and spooky-scary snakes & spiders. Plus we play a new game called The Fantastic "Fantastic Four" Four, as well as two rounds of That Sounds Good, What's That About? MUSIC USED: SSJ Theme 3000: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan Sore Arms: JODY FEATURE TRACK: Our feature track comes to us this week from our good pals at JODY, a Sydney band who've just released their debut EP, 'Jerk's Backyard'. Their single Codeine is a bloody good tim...2015-08-1000 min

Something Something Joystick171 - Narwee High (feat. Luke Joseph Ryan!)This week, we're joined by the extremely funny Luke Joseph Ryan as we discuss magical beans, not having cancer, and the poor man's heroin. Plus, we play an exciting game of 12 Angry Men, and an even more exciting game of That Sounds Good, What's That About? MUSIC USED: SSJ Theme 3000: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan Monster Mash: Velociraptor FEATURE TRACK: I had the immense pleasure of seeing Brisbane band Velociraptor play for what must've been the tenth time this week. Incidentally they've just released a great s...2015-08-0300 min

Something Something Joystick170 - Close To DeathThis week, we talk about loop pedals, the Black Eyed Peas, and the majestic human (and their delicious teeth!). Plus, we play a brand-new game called 30 Under 30, inspired by Forbes' yearly list, and as always, we play an exciting round of That Sounds Good, What's That About? MUSIC USED: SSJ Theme 3000: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan Hooray For Me: Antarctigo Vespucci FEATURE TRACK: Antarctigo Vespucci are a really killer band comprised of Chris Farren from Fake Problems and Jeff Rosenstock from Bomb The Music I...2015-07-2700 min

Something Something Joystick169 - The Moving Box Cumpany (feat. Henry Stone & Alexei Toliopoulos!)This week, we're very pleased to bring you our 169th Episode Spectacular! We welcome Henry Stone and Alexei Toliopoulos from the Blank Slate Movie Podcast onto the show, for a very sexy and particularly disgusting episode wherein we discuss enchiladas, crowbars, and Johnny Boxer from Fat Pizza. MUSIC USED: SSJ Theme 3000 Sexy 169 Megamix: Cherax Destructor Cherry Wine: Born Ruffians FEATURE TRACK: Toronto indie-pop group Born Ruffians are my favourite band, and it's always been an amazing privilege to play their music on the...2015-07-2100 min

Something Something Joystick168 - Birds Eye: The Musical (feat. Jamie Jowono!)This week, we welcome the very funny Jamie Jowono onto the show, and we talk about butt-huggers, weddings, and a harrowing bathroom tale. Plus, we play some of our favourite games, including 12 Angry Men, That's Not Content! and That Sounds Good, What's That About? MUSIC USED: SSJ Theme 3000: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan P-90: Jonesez CLICK HERE to download! Email Tom or Xavier or both! 2015-07-1400 min

Something Something Joystick167 - Testament (feat. Dave McDermott!)This week, our very funny friend Dave McDermott finally returns to the show, as we discuss convenient truths, dating simulators, and Sciencey Michael. Plus, we play Five-Finger-Filet-o-Fish, 12 Angry Men and of course That Sounds Good, What's That About? MUSIC USED: SSJ Theme 3000: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan Like a New Dime: Taking Berlin FEATURE TRACK: News To Me is the first track and first single from Sydney band Taking Berlin's new EP 'Degenerate Rot'. These guys have really hit the...2015-07-0700 min

Something Something Joystick166 - Maybe We WIllThis week, we have to cancel our guest last-minute and go it alone, so we discuss Ja Rule, marketing, and California skate-punks OPM. Also, we premiere The Song of 12 Angry Men and play a round of That Sounds Good, What's That About! MUSIC USED: SSJ Theme 3000: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan Chunk: YEEVS FEATURE TRACK: Our feature track this week is Cycle As The Deal Goes Down, the first single from YEEVS' forthcoming EP 'How To Harken Back'. The EP will be released on 7 July, with a Sydney lau...2015-06-2700 min

Something Something Joystick165 - That Sounds Good, What's That About? The Movie 2 (feat. Dan Muggleton!)This week, we're joined by the very funny 'Huge Old Boss' Dan Muggleton, as we discuss zoos, Heroes, and Dan's pre-cult origins. Plus, we premiere Twin Speaks, play a very meta round of That Sounds Good, What's That About?, and discover our new alter-egos, Hyphen & the Sandstorm! MUSIC USED: SSJ Theme 3000: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan FF 2.0: Shaky Handz FEATURE TRACK: Sydney's SHAKY HANDZ have been described as "super chill dudes", and they specialise in catchy, ultra lo-fi punk tunes. Their just-released de...2015-06-2100 min

Something Something Joystick164 - We Are Really Aliens (feat. Tom Gilmour!)This week, we can't do the podcast, because we're out in space. However, the two of us, plus intrepid explorer Tom Gilmour, have an important broadcast pertaining to the results of our mission, and thankfully, it's not that different to the show. For instance, we still play 12 Angry Men & a Baby, plus That Sounds Good, What's That About? and of course, as usual, we have our minds warped by nerve gas and we turn into aliens. Wait, what? MUSIC USED: SSJ Theme 3000: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan Mènag...2015-06-1500 min

Something Something Joystick163 - Behemoth! (feat. Marcel Blanch-de Wilt!)This week, we're joined by the very lovely Marcel Blanch-de Wilt, and we discuss homelessness, Rugrats: All Growed Up, and give our tips on a successful transition to adulthood. Plus, we bring back fan-favourite segment 12 Angry Men And A Baby, as well as playing a round of That Sounds Good, What's That About? MUSIC USED: SSJ Theme 3000: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan Tidal Wave: Tangerine FEATURE TRACK: You'll Always Be Lonely is the first track from Seattle band Tangerine's latest release Behemoth! which you can pick up...2015-06-0800 min

Something Something Joystick162 - Divide & Conquer: Red Alert (feat. Lee Jowono!)This week, we welcome the very funny Lee Jowono to the show, and we talk about Tim Rogers, 'Clinton Tarantino', and Feet Christian Anderson. Plus, we try on new glasses, and then play 12 Angry Men & A Baby, and That Sounds Good, What's That About? MUSIC USED: SSJ Theme 3000: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan The News: Jeremy Neale FEATURE TRACK: Hold On Together is the new single by Brisbane hitmaker Jeremy Neale, featuring ex-Go Violets and current Stevie frontwoman Phoebe Imhoff. It's a bloody ripper tune with a...2015-06-0100 min

Something Something Joystick161 - Plant A Big Wet One Square On The LipsThis week, we're visited by Wil Anderson, Ringo Starr and the principal cast of NBC's Frasier! Plus, we play another round of 12 Angry Men, and That Sounds Good, What's That About? returns! MUSIC USED: SSJ Theme 3000: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan Goodhearts: Tim Fitz FEATURE TRACK: Sour, by Tim Fitz, from his 2014 release 'Goodhearts EP'! Tim Fitz is a heaps cool dude who plays bass for March of the Real Fly (whose music we've played on the show before), but also makes these crazy homemade jams on...2015-05-2300 min

Something Something Joystick160 - Shit In The Apple PieThis week, we premiere SSJ's third season! With a brand-new theme song, brand-new segments, and (most excitingly) brand-new recording equipment, you'll forget we ever disappeared off the face of the earth for 2 and a half months. MUSIC USED: SSJ Theme 3000: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan Beans: Pupppy FEATURE TRACK: Or Maybe We're Not, by New York band Pupppy, from their brand-new debut 'Shit In The Apple Pie'. Digital/cassette available on their Bandcamp page. CLICK HERE to download! Email Tom or Xavier or bot...2015-05-1500 min

Something Something Joystick159.5 - Cat CallingThis week, it's another stopgap episode. We do our best to explain our absence and announce we'll be returning soon for Season 3! CLICK HERE to download! Email Tom or Xavier or both!2015-03-0600 min

Something Something Joystick159 - The NightiesThis week, we talk about dog presidents, Carly Rae Jepsen's new music video, and earwax. Also, we present our astonishingly boring look at the 87th Academy Awards! OSCAR BUZZ! Plus, we premiere new segments like Bitches Be Trippin': Let Me Tell You 'Bout It, The Lying King, and As Many Questions As It Takes! MUSIC USED: SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan Dark Days: PUP Plastic Cups: Shaky Handz FEATURE TRACK: Friends Who Are Lesbian, by FOLEY! Their album is...2015-02-2500 min

Something Something Joystick158.5 - Capable HandsThis week, it's a lil' update episode to keep you in the loop. Regular episodes resume next week! CLICK HERE to download! Email Tom or Xavier or both!2015-02-1900 min

Something Something Joystick158 - Can't Actually Stop, Thanks!This week, we talk about our Year 1 teachers, cockroaches, and one of Tom's nipples. Plus, making a return this week are your favourite segments What's Beautiful About The Art of Lovemaking?, Podcasting 101, and Animorphs Minute, You Am I's Tim Rogers stops by the studio, and we premiere new segments Checkin' In With The Wiggles and Let's Let It Happen Naturally! MUSIC USED: SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan Get Fit For Summer: Teen Sensations Woman: SPOD (Wolfmother cover) FEATURE TRACK:2015-02-0900 min

Something Something Joystick157 - Hurricane SuperhighwayThis week, we discuss the cost of living, Snuffleupagus, and our love of nature. We also hold a Doritos intervention, are visited by a dog, and announce the subject of our next SSJ Video Game Book Club! Plus, your fav segments like Something Something Jepsen, Animorphs Minute and Sunny/Shade return, and we premiere Guess What Game This Is and Podcasting 101! MUSIC USED: SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan 7-Eleven: The Grates Mabu: PUP FEATURE TRACK: It Is...2015-02-0200 min

Something Something Joystick154 - Eminem's MinisThis week, we discuss vampire love stories, romantic business trips, and pant legs. Tom gets sick partway through but we don't let that slow us down. MUSIC USED: SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan Somebody Turn Me On: Babaganoüj GIRL: March of the Real Fly CLICK HERE to download! Email Tom or Xavier or both! 2015-01-1300 min

Something Something Joystick153 - HoverboredThis week, we make deals with the devil, try and become ghosts, and plan the Something Something Joystick musical. Plus we introduce a brand-new segment called "Which Voice Belongs To Who?", and forget completely about another new segment called "New Words With Tom And Xavier". MUSIC USED: SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan Happier New Year: Chris Farren ft. Lee Corey Oswald Nothin' But Time: Bloods CLICK HERE to download! Email Tom or Xavier or both! 2015-01-0600 min

Something Something Joystick152 - GOTYE #4This week, it's our last episode of the year, so we take the chance to wrap up the year in video games & podcasts! This year we're a little light on lists, but that just leaves more room for classic comedy bits. We're visited by veteran actors John Hurt and Bill Murray, and I drink a lot of tequila and thus don't get any of Tom's jokes! MUSIC USED: SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan The News: Jeremy Neale Letz Dance!!!: SPOD CLICK HERE to download! Email Tom o...2015-01-0100 min

Something Something Joystick148 - Cabo-LoadingThis week, it's the week before our third birthday celebration (oops), so we don't take the opportunity to look back on the year that was, and instead we talk about Tom's nanny named Fran, sex with extinct creatures, and Tyra Banks. MUSIC USED: SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan Into My Arms: Bloods Souvenir Teaspoon: Fun Machine FEATURE TRACK: Sleigh Ride: Max Quinn's Onomatopenis from the brand-new Have Yourself A Merry Little ChristMax Quinn's Onomatopenis EP! FREE! Come and see Max launch his album at t...2014-12-0200 min

Something Something Joystick143 - Phan-Tom of the OperaThis week, we discuss great Halloween costumes, Vanilla Ice, and the Phantom of the Opera. Also this episode, we record an on-the-fly cover of Taylor Swift's new single, Track 3. MUSIC USED: SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan Bladerunner: Jeremy Neale Lull City: Hockey Dad CLICK HERE to download! Email Tom or Xavier or both! 2014-10-2700 min

Something Something Joystick142 - A Sonic VoyageThis week, it's a late, short episode, as we're troubled by technical difficulties and a lack of comedic energy. As Tom puts it, "No, we should still upload it. We can't miss a week." MUSIC USED: SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan Braden+: Cherax Destructor CLICK HERE to download! Email Tom or Xavier or both! 2014-10-2200 min

Something Something Joystick141 - Sandra BulldogThis week, we talk about Men In Black theme songs, campaign slogans, and doorknobs, in a particularly off-the-cuff episode. No mail, no news, just a whole lot of crazy bullshit! Oh, and Tom has a dark secret... and we tell spooky stories, in a new segment called World of Scares! MUSIC USED: SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan Less Bored, More Poor: Shaky Handz Oh Yeah: Velociraptor FEATURE TRACK: Flower: March of the Real Fly If you're in Sydney next week, come to t...2014-10-1300 min

Something Something Joystick139 - Too Many Graphics (feat. Shubha Sivasubramanian!)This week, we welcome the very funny Shubha Sivasubramanian to the world of podcasting, as we talk about aeroplane food, brain surgery, and artisan candles. Also, Tom tries desperately to give away the address and name of our house...? MUSIC USED: SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan The Right To Call You: Velociraptor Twin Size Mattress: The Front Bottoms CLICK HERE to download! Email Tom or Xavier or both! Also, be Ellen de generous to each other! 2014-09-2900 min

Something Something Joystick136 - The Beast With Four ThumbsThis week, we talk about Father's Day, reverse zoos, and the Boston accent. Also, we reveal that Tom is moving into my house (!), draft a screenplay or three, and we're joined late in the game by special guests Noah Gorrick and James Colley! Also, two brand-new segments this episode! Holy crap! MUSIC USED: Straw Fields: Rolemusic SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan Swing Left: Jeremy Neale Bonus Oceans: Jeff Rosenstock CLICK HERE to download! Email Tom or Xavier or both! Check ou...2014-09-0800 min

Something Something Joystick134 - Kutch'dThis week, we discuss the relationship between Jesus and Santa, notable entrants (and non-entrants) to the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge, and, of course, Taylor Swift's new song. Wow, we're so current! Look at us being aware of our present surroundings. MUSIC USED: Ants: Rolemusic SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan It's Rainin', It's Summer: Babaganoüj Everything I Own: The Front Bottoms CLICK HERE to download! Email Tom or Xavier or both! Grab tickets to SSJ Live - selling fast! Grab tickets to Spooky Bes...2014-08-2500 min

Something Something Joystick133 - Tug of War (feat. Josh Wheatley!)This week, we're joined by the wonderful Josh Wheatley, and the three of us discuss Tom's wedding, Sharknado, and Sugar Ray. MUSIC USED: Bacterial Love: Rolemusic SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan Dancing On the Edge of Our Graves: Born Ruffians I Got One: Twincest FEATURE TRACK: Ramona: Velociraptor (check out my review here!) CLICK HERE to download! Email Tom or Xavier or both! In lieu of a photo for this week's podcast, here's the poster for SSJ Liv...2014-08-1800 min

Something Something Joystick121 - Michelangelo Jackson (feat. James Colley!)This week, we're joined by the hilarious and conveniently located James Colley! We discuss the joys of being an online nuisance (it's no coincidence this is an extra-long episode), the importance of expressing oneself (even if it's into a mailbox), and the perils and pitfalls of OKCupid profiles. Also, Tom asks if James' mum is hot! Woo! Also - we got so much great listener mail this week that this turned into a bumper-length episode. The length of a bumper! That's pretty long. Anyway, thanks! MUSIC USED: SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Ru...2014-05-2600 min

Something Something Joystick97 - Nog Coloured ChinosThis week: boxing, explicit themes, the Backstreet Boys, booze, meatballs, maths, monkeys, Noddy, One Direction, the bible, a chance encounter with Rockabilly Taylor Swift, lies about Tom's girlfriend, OK Cupid (a name of a real-world person has been replaced with that of Emma Stone - for the record, Emma and I would be a much higher than 70% match), Bill Hicks, the cure for cancer, bouncy houses, the dangers of racism, and Grand Theft Automobile V. In SSST: Valve trademarks Half-Life 3 in Europe, mysteries of my home life, The Chris Gethard Show, Bethesda set up shop in...2013-10-0700 min

Something Something Joystick96 - Poop TruckThis week: Sandsky is hung over, Xavier is... well, Xavier... and surprise surprise, it's a real weird one! We talk about 127 Hours, Big Brother, party animal Tom Sanderson (and party animal XRN), ghost protocol, hosses, radiation, a one-way ticket to Mars, our post-death heritage, Rolf Harris, space-classical music, Kitty Pryde, cough-monsters, Grand Theft Automobile V. In SSST: Steam announces the new Steam OS, the upcoming Steam Machines, and the real pretty-lookin' Steam Controller. Whoa! In other news - GTA V is being shown off at the New York Film Festival, and also, Toon Link. Also, TV...2013-09-2900 min

Something Something Joystick95 - A True ShitizenThis week: Jon Lovitz, Max Quinn, space-bar, smartphones, protest signs, weather, Beethoven, Air Bud, my 21st birthday party, The Little Mermaid, SpongeBob porn, and a whole lotta Grand Theft Automobile Five. Oh, and some really uncomfortable accidental racism. In SSST: Beloved Nintendo president Hiroshi Yamauchi passes away, and the Xbox One won't stand on its side. Then we talk about blimps, oversized body parts, GTA V, iOS 7, and Jizzle. In Ask SSJ: anticipation, the Two Moon theory, slime-themed enemies, the Nutcracker, freedom of information, Tom's stance on zombie-killing, VGBC, GTA V, leaving pa...2013-09-2300 min

Something Something Joystick91 - Tom Doesn't Smoke MethThis week: drugs, NWA (also, I mix up Ice Cube and Ice-T), the Video Game Book Club, The Doors, Batman Affleck, and Shut Up Little Man. In SSST: the PS4 has a release date, the Vita has a price cut, Borderlands 2 is coming to the Vita, Infamous: Second Son is due in February, Saints Row IV is delayed in Australia, EA reveals a money-back guarantee for Origin, Beyond: Two Souls looks terrific, Grand Theft Automobile V begins to leak, and Sony takes steps to reward its religious audience. (That one is a lie.) In As...2013-08-2600 min

Something Something Joystick89 - Let's Get Down To Bras TaxThis week: calling a spade a spade, Tom's smell, lazy character naming, the ABC's Vote Compass (and the sordid state of Australia's democratic system), Skyrim, web pages, Plants vs. Zombies 2, The Last Of Us and Thelonious Monk. In SSST: Luigi is added to Super Smash Bros, Sony brings PlayStation All-Stars back to life (kinda), Volition unveils a million-dollar Saints Row IV special edition, and the first half of Bioshock Infinite's DLC won't have any combat. In Ask SSJ: games we never picked up, Fistmas, stolen SNES games, buying games online, bleach, our music...2013-08-1100 min

Something Something Joystick87 - Heralded By ManyThis week: Tom's breasts, seating arrangements, university, solo albums, Analyse The Beatles, Sharknado, weird naps, standup comedy, Twincest, the Ouya, Surfer Blood, New Zealand Story, and scientific inaccuracies in Crash Bandicoot. In SSST: Activision Blizzard seeks independence from Vivendi, Neil Gaiman's working on a game, there's a new Mortal Kombat game on its way, and Microsoft totally aren't selling our information to the government. Seriously. Also, a rly srs argument about 'acronyms' and 'initialisms'. In Ask SSJ: Carly Rae Jepsen, Tom's dog, a rly srs argument about 'something stuck in my teeth', sidewa...2013-07-2800 min

Something Something Joystick84 - Good LuckyThis week, we celebrate America, step on the Pope, get boners for tuna, and talk about PAX, funny humorous jokes, a tequila-fuelled dinner party, an update on the SSJ Video Game Book Club, The Last of Us, x-buster, and giving drugs to kids. In SSST: Don Mattrick leaves Microsoft and joins Zynga, and the Xbox One will be able to scan QR codes. Yep, that's it! Oh, except the afterlife, M. Night Shyamalan, and more... In Ask SSJ: throwing the baby out with the bathwater, strokes, doctor-doctor jokes, air-conditioning, penises, a General...2013-07-0700 min

Something Something Joystick82 - The Equivalent Power Of A Hot DogThis week: retail, rabbits, sneezing, feet, girlfriend, amputation, sweater, beard, caffeine, The Book Was Better, SSJVGBC, PAX Aus, Ouya, The Last Of Us, Animal Crossing: New Leaf, Mad Men, and Chrono Trigger. In SSST: Microsoft does a 180 on its Xbox One policies, Sony outlines the changes to PS+, Fez 2 is announced, and Whore Of The Orient devs get some government funding. In Ask SSJ: crinkly plastic, nipples, milk, heartburn, hair, masturbation, collections, Vine, mermaids, fictional food, Batman, the Tom Sanderson character, religion, and ice cream. MUSIC USED: SSJ T...2013-06-2300 min

Something Something Joystick81 - E3 2013!This week, it's our bumper marathon-length E3 special! We discuss self-wrapping burritos (patent pending), Cooking Mama, blimps, a date with a girl (!), Tom's experiments with leather, The Last Of Us, and Chrono Trigger. In SSST: it's our annual wrap-up of all things E3! We pull apart the conferences from Microsoft, Ubisoft, EA, and Sony, as well as Nintendo's... non-E3 thing! In Ask SSJ: we talk blisters, The Last Guardian, snakes and spiders, some unhappy Xbone news, our tangents, facial hair, troubled youths, belly-buttons, and more! (yes, I did stop paying attention) Th...2013-06-1600 min

Something Something Joystick80 - Illegible BachelorThis week, we talk about cough buttons, PAX Aus, E3, the Pixel Sounds festival, Hooters, teens, IGN AU's The Last Of Us Black Beta, Patch Kolan's hypothetical daughter Rebecca, Isla Fisher, Nashville, LSDJ, Okami HD, music theory, and yelling things. In SSST: we clear up some confusion about Microsoft's just-announced Xbox One (and add some more into the mix), look at Amazon's new indie games store, and ponder one of the greatest mysteries in video game history. In Ask SSJ: we talk about Tom's personal struggles, spoilers, a gift from Tom's granddad...2013-06-1000 min

Something Something Joystick79 - Ain't Misbehoovin'This week, we discuss comas, Pee-Wee Herman, Barney the Dinosaur, Twilight, Harry Potter, Tom's difficulties understanding cinema, Dolly the Sheep, Tom's dog, Beethoven, my dream wedding, Earth-Martian relations, the origins of food, upcoming events for The Last Of Us, and the oncoming joy and horror of E3. In SSST: Sony says PS4 games will feature Remote Play for Vita, and EA are ditching Online Passes for future and past games. Also, retailers have to have make-believe price-points so they can start taking pre-orders, and Tom thinks it's newsworthy and I BEG TO DIFFER. In A...2013-06-0300 min

Something Something Joystick78 - Episode OneThis week, we discuss Hall & Oates, tight socks, Pauline Hanson, a thorough Freudian analysis of breasts, a visit to SSJ Industries HQ, our first appearance on actual radio, Carly Rae Jepsen, Tom's future at university, and vaccuum cleaners. In SSST: we talk long and hard about Microsoft's just-announced console, the Xbox One! That's it! In Ask SSJ: darn punk kids these days, The Book Was Better, trashmonster Catwoman, "skin colour" crayons, ducks, a peculiar Would You Rather involving (what else but) penises, Tom's sister, Amanda Bynes, atheists in Heaven, and Dragon Ball Z...2013-05-2700 min

Something Something Joystick77 - Constant SadsackeryThis week, we discuss Jay-Z, lateness*, breast-testing, police corruption, our tales of crime, methods to prevent a mugging, Mad Men, Taylor Swift's upcoming Australian tour, medals, our sporting achievements and failures, bullying, Deadly Premonition, and games that make us feel like children. In SSFST: we talk about our pals Fun Machine, famous tennis players, twins, Gran Turismo 6, online plans for The Last of Us, Fassassin's Creed, and Nintendo, who have demonstrated yet again how out of touch they are. In Ask SSJ: I forget to read some excellent mail sent in by D...2013-05-2000 min

Something Something Joystick76 - DalmartiansThis week, we discuss farts, incorrigibility, Game of Thrones, Google history, Boticelli, ghosts, the official SSJ App, the history of the condom, Tom's voice, meditation, podcast suicide, Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon, Mortal Kombat, GTA: Vice City, and a whirlwind tour of your favourite sitcoms from the 80s, 90s and now. Also, we discuss whether ghosts are real, and play a game of 'Where Is It?', which is kind of like a game but not fun. In SSST: Sim City 4 is announced, EA and FIFA to keep working together for a decade, the Ouya is de...2013-05-1200 min

Something Something Joystick75 - I'll Cut You Out In PostThis week, we're celebrating the Fifth-o de Mayo! We discuss Star Wars Day, mayonnaise, weird foods, Sea Monkeys, PlayStation Plus, Thomas Was Alone, The Walking Dead, racism, video game reviews, recent standup shows, loss, and nuclear war. In SSST: Microsoft's Xbox announcement is just around the corner, and the just-announced Call of Duty: Ghosts will be revealed there too, Sony announce the date for their big E3 press conference, while publishers like 2K Games, Valve and Nintendo won't be exhibiting, Kevin Conroy won't be voicing the Bat in Batman: Arkham Oranges, Nintendo beg you to up...2013-05-0500 min

Something Something Joystick74 - Professional ComediansThis week, on a very special Tom's Birthday special, we discuss my favourite song, our first standup show, surprise parties, The Last Of Us, our new website and email addresses, and recording an album. In SSST: we have a date for the reveal of the new Xbox, we discuss grave shopping, and elves, Nintendo's E3 plans, new GTA V trailers on the way, Ratchet & Clank movie announced, Call of Duty: Ghosts might be a thing, there's a Metal Gear 25th anniversary collection on the way, then we talk about The Who, and Rick Springfield's weird hea...2013-04-2800 min

Something Something Joystick73 - 4/21This week, we celebrate our favourite least favourite subculture, and talk about dancing throughout history, 3D printing, Scooby-Doo, the soul, IGN Australia's Dead Island: Riptide Black Beta, the SS Joystick Annual Button Donation Drive, our episode of The Book Was Better, our thoughts on attempting standup comedy, alternative riot control, and Bioshock Infinite. In SSST: Nintendo reveal a new Zelda game, and it's a follow-up to A Link To The Past, Earthbound finally comes to Virtual Console, and the new Yoshi game leaves a bad first impression. Resident Evil creator Shinji Mikami unveils his new s...2013-04-2100 min

Something Something Joystick72 - Best WishesThis week, we talk about Rent, Rod Serling, ladies, farts, hip-hop, Dungeons & Dragons, juice, Scientology, Jane Levy, Guacamelee, and other dip-related puns. In SSST: Margaret Thatcher, Ayn Rand, Rihanna, alternate readings, Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon, Marc Maron, The Game, Batman: Arkham Oranges, GTA soundtracks, TV locations, burglary, insurance fraud, Square Enix's financial troubles, accents, EA voted 'worst company in America' again, and a failed Mega Man FPS. In Ask SSJ: we discuss undereducated pigheadedness, public humiliation, a young Tom's giant human-sized cock, Pepsi vs. Coke, Inspector Gadget-style bodily ut...2013-04-1600 min

Something Something Joystick71 - Slippy-Doos (feat. Lee Sullivan and PETE HOLMES!)This week, we're joined by our pal (and raconteur) Lee Sullivan to discuss our trip to Melbourne, fish jerky, apartheid, and Tom's drunken antics. We cut to audio recorded on the scene, including a special (and very awkward and fangirlish) interview with the one and only Pete Holmes. Then we touch on the brand-new Sly Cooper: Thieves In Time, and new DLC for Sound Shapes. In SSST: Disney disbands LucasArts, Rockstar unveils GTA V's cover art, and Telltale announces Poker Night 2. Yep, that's all. In Ask SSJ: we discuss filmmaking, drugs, ALF, hardcore gaming, a...2013-04-0700 min