Pondering Nerdcast Episode 86 - Game of Thrones Syndrome

November 10, 2017

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Do too many show suffer from GoT syndrome?, will driverless cars be a reality in our lifetime?, and will Gamestop new renter service work out? All this and more on this episode of the Pondering Nerdcast.

Show Notes

Tech

Waymo’s Autonomous Cars Cut Out Human Drivers in Road Tests. (http://nyti.ms/2m2AOgG)

Film

Disney Approached 21st Century Fox to Buy Entertainment Assets. (http://on.wsj.com/2m2BhPY)
'Lord of the Rings' TV Series in the Works. (http://rol.st/2m1S0CV)
Star Trek: Discovery showrunner confirms major Game of Thrones influence. (http://bit.ly/2m359vq)

Gaming

GAMESTOP TO LAUNCH UNLIMITED USED GAME RENTAL SERVICE. (http://bit.ly/2j9U3nA)

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Pondering Nerdcast Episode 85 - Stop it Michael Bay

October 27, 2017

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You may soon be able to use your Gamecube controller on your Nintendo Switch. Michael Bay's production company has a concept for a live-action Dora The Explorer movie...? What game will reign supreme today (Oct. 27th, 2017)?

All this and more on today's episode of the Pondering Nerdcast.

Show Notes

Tech

Nintendo's Switch now supports your old GameCube controllers. (http://engt.co/2lbrPco)
Facebook apologizes after an auto-translate fail led to a false arrest. (http://bit.ly/2ldHOqC)

Film

Michael Bay Is Making a 'Dora the Explorer' Movie, and We Have Some Questions. (http://bit.ly/2ldiVv5)

Gaming

Who Will Lose When ‘Mario Odyssey,' 'Assassin's Creed Origins' And 'Wolfenstein 2' Face Off? (http://bit.ly/2ldSOEv)

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Pondering Nerdcast Episode 84 - New Star Wars Trailer!

October 13, 2017

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Don’t think you can get arrested for facebook troll account?, Is Rotten Tomatoes to blame for bad movie sales? And well hey it’s a Star Wars trailer and it’s awesome so no question about that. All this and more on this episode of the Pondering Nerdcast.

Show Notes

Tech

MAN SUES CITY FOR ARRESTING HIM OVER PARODY FACEBOOK PAGE. (http://bit.ly/2xyR8v0)
Hovering cars are one step closer to reality. (http://cnn.it/2xys7Qt)

Film

Once again, critics are not to blame for bad movies. (http://bit.ly/2xzYtKT)
New Star Wars: The Last Jedi trailer (http://bit.ly/2kIU7uT)
New Justice League Trailer trailer (http://bit.ly/2kITIZp)

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Pondering Nerdcast Episode 83: Virtual cockpits

October 6, 2017

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Finally!!!, virtual cockpits are real to control robots. Netflix is dropping 29 new originals this month alone and Groove music is dead. All this and more on this episode of the Pondering Nerdcast.

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Tech

Instagram adds polling stickers to Stories. (http://bit.ly/2ynnAAf)
Scientists test VR system to control robots from virtual cockpits. (http://engt.co/2ynNbt6)

Film

Netflix is releasing 29 new originals this month starting today – here’s the full list. (http://bit.ly/2ymvMB0)
With its $10-a-month service, MoviePass has totally changed my relationship to movie theaters. (http://read.bi/2ynUlxx)

Gaming

XBOX ONE GAME GIFTING NOW POSSIBLE FOR SOME. (http://bit.ly/2xfnFRB)
SPOTIFY ON XBOX ONE MEANS THE DEATH OF GROOVE MUSIC. (http://bit.ly/2xZXMJC)

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Pondering Nerdcast Episode 82 - VR will save us ALL!

September 29, 2017

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Ikea is trolling Apple, Hollywood is betting on VR and The Ataribox will cost less than $300 so $299. All this and more on this episode of the Pondering Nerdcast.

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Tech

Google isn't violating copyright, says court, even if it's thumbnails are of pirated photos. (http://zd.net/2xxq1go)
Ikea is roasting Apple for overpriced charging mats. (http://on.mash.to/2k0dMG7)

Film

Hollywood and AMC theaters are betting on VR with Dreamscape Immersive. (http://bit.ly/2k0KBTx)
'Star Trek: Discovery' Premiere Attracted Nearly 10 Million Viewers on Sunday. (http://bit.ly/2k0Xo8o)

Gaming

The Ataribox will cost under $300 and ship next spring. (http://engt.co/2jZKIyx)
THIS VETERAN GAMER CREATED HIS OWN HIGH-TECH D&D CUSTOM TABLE. (http://bit.ly/2k1qaFJ)

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Pondering Nerdcast Episode 81 - Trolling Apps

September 22, 2017

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Another day and another app for you to be an anonymous shit bag online, tbh will grant all your trolling wishes, Narcos the show receives some advice from Pablo Escobar after tragic killing of a location scout and Valve thinks transparency will help with review bombing. All this and more on this episode of the Pondering Nerdcast.

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Tech

tbh Is the Newest Popular App That Lets You Review Your Friends. (http://for.tn/2xOOBfJ)
Toys-R-Us files bankruptcy; franchise hurt by climbing debt and online competition. (https://bloom.bg/2xOW66G)

Film

The First ‘Tomb Raider’ Teaser Features Alicia Vikander Cheating Death. (http://uproxx.it/2xPGO1c)
'IT' Director Says One Obscure Character Will Have A Much Bigger Role In Chapter 2. (http://bit.ly/2xQ7RK2)
Narcos: Pablo Escobar's brother says Netflix should 'provide hitmen' as security after location scout is shot dead. (http://ind.pn/2xOXo1w)

Gaming

VALVE REVEALS PLAN TO FIGHT STEAM REVIEW BOMBING. (http://bit.ly/2xP5szc)

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Pondering Nerdcast Interview - Jo Robo

September 18, 2017

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A nerdy, energetic artist-turned-game developer based in California, Jo Robo loves robots and she’s not alone. Because she loves so many things us fellow nerds love, it’s really easy to relate to her games; whether you’re a FlameCon exhibiting, cute, date-seeking, queer poly lover or not!

Jo Robo has fans all over who are as happy as I am that her work exists. There’s fantastic visuals, funny writing, and easy to navigate mechanics. And Jo Robo’s just getting started. Visit her game pages and play all of her games. You will enjoy it.

Stay tuned for our next interview with Jo Robo: “Sex(uality): NEVER the Final Frontier in Video Games!”

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Jo Robo

Visit Jo Robo's personal website and profile page at itch.io. Jo also has an Instagram and Twitter account to find out more information about the (wo)man, the myth, the legend. If you're curious about Project Tea! you're in luck because I have the official link for you!

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Pondering Nerdcast Interview - Tana Ford

September 11, 2017

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“Make a thing!” - Meke spoke with Boston-born Tana Ford, a Creative extraordinaire: Comic book illustrator and writer, sculptor, poetry lover. Being queer, a nerd, and a Pondering Nerd has its perks, and one of them is finding out about talents like her!

Tana Ford created the award winning Duck! digital graphic novel series, That Time I Turned 30 in Greece, and 26.2: A history of the Boston Marathon. She is also an illustrator for a number of Marvel’s Silk issues.

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Tana Ford

Write to Tana Ford, marvel at all of her Marvel work, tweet and follow Tana for more info (you can do the same on her Facebook page too!), visit her FlameCon profile page, and last but not least... Tana Ford also has a podcast: Westeros Wheneverly! If you ever get to email Tana make sure to let them know the Pondering Nerdcast says what's up.

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Pondering Nerdcast: Episode 80 - Netflix Keeps Fans Happy

September 4, 2017

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AMC Theaters stops moviepass e-ticket usage, Netflix make fans smile with new seasons of hit shows, and all the games coming out in September is mind blowing! All this and more on today's Pondering Nerdcast.

Tech

Polygram is a new social network powered by facial recognition. (http://engt.co/2w5Lmi4)

Film

AMC THEATRES REPORTEDLY BLOCKING MOVIEPASS E-TICKET USE IN BOSTON, DENVER. (http://bit.ly/2w6vYSB)
‘Game of Thrones’: The Next Roles for the Cast During the Wait for Season 8. (http://bit.ly/2gcBGwO)
Netflix keeps fans happy with the release of Nacros Season 3 this month, Stranger Things season 2 in October (http://bit.ly/2ewdiSr)

Gaming

All the game being released in September 2017. (http://bit.ly/2evXFdV)
All the best games from Gamescom 2017. (http://bit.ly/2ewtVxu)

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Pondering Nerdcast Interview - Brian Olsen, Author and Screenwriter

August 28, 2017

Listen in to our latest interview with FlameCon exhibitor, screenwriter and author of both The Future Next Door and Multiverse Mashup series, Brian Olsen. The genre of choice for his novels is Urban Sci-Fi, where Olsen excels in great storytelling and creating characters that are as genuine as possible.

Brian Olsen is based out of New York City but he is originally from Boston. He comes from a large family and credits this as a source of his amazing sense of humor.

Later in the game he realized his talent for prose and an opportune time presented him with the chance to work on his first book: Alan Lennox and the Temp Job of Doom. The rest is history; No scratch that, the rest is our PRESENT entertainment.

Enjoy the novels of Brian Olsen and let us know what you think!

Find Brian Olsen's works at his website www.brianolsenbooks.com. @BrianOlsenBooks is the handle for all of his social media outlets.

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Brian Olsen

The author's Facebook Page, his Amazon store, where you can find him on Twitter, and here you can also find a great write-up on tabling at cons for exhibitors and their supporters!

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Pondering Nerdcast Episode 79 - Disney breaks up with Netflix

August 14, 2017

On this episode we talk about SoundCloud money woes, Disney’s break up with Netflix and Esports is on its way to the 2024 Olympics. All this and more on the Pondering Nerdscast.

Show Notes

Tech

THE BEST WIRELESS GAMING MOUSE FOR 2017. (http://bit.ly/2wy6qfa)
SoundCloud asks investors to support rescue deal. (http://bit.ly/2wyqI8e)

Film

DISNEY TO LAUNCH ITS OWN STREAMING SERVICES AND PULL ITS MOVIES FROM NETFLIX. (http://bit.ly/2wylWI6)
Avatar director James Cameron 'went on a rant' at Josh Brolin when he refused to join sequels. (http://bit.ly/2wytbQ3)
- First look at Josh Brolin Cable (Link )

Gaming

ESPORTS COULD BE A PART OF THE 2024 OLYMPICS. (http://bit.ly/2wyrgvd)

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Pondering Nerdcast Episode 78 - What to do with Iron Fist

August 7, 2017

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On this episode we talk about, some of the best-closed loop liquid coolers for your pc, Deadpool 2 first look at Domino and Cup head is coming. All this and more on the Pondering Nerdcast.

Show Notes

Tech

THE BEST CLOSED LOOP LIQUID COOLERS FOR YOUR GAMING PC. (http://bit.ly/2wfP5rb)
Google and Facebook envision Stories for news, not social. (http://tcrn.ch/2v5fCJm)

Film

Marvel's The Defenders Knows Exactly How To Deal With Iron Fist. (http://bit.ly/2wgsWsL)
Netflix Announces 12 New Anime Series (And A Godzilla Movie). (http://bit.ly/2wgn7vo)
FIRST LOOK AT DEADPOOL 2’S DOMINO!. (http://bit.ly/2v7syyd)

Gaming

WNBA TEAMS AND PLAYERS COMING TO NBA LIVE 18. (http://bit.ly/2wgnar4)
The next major Xbox One game looks like nothing else on modern game consoles. (http://read.bi/2v5bZD8)

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Pondering Nerdcast Episode 77 - San Diego Comic Con 2017

July 31, 2017

Another year and another con, yup it’s San Diego Comic Con 2017. We talk about the winners and the losers of this year's convention, according to the io9. All this and more on the Pondering Nerdcast.

Show Notes

Comics

The Biggest Winners and Losers of the 2017 San Diego Comic-Con. (http://bit.ly/2uCqG0x)
Watch All of the Trailers Released at San Diego Comic-Con. (http://bit.ly/2uCyMGr)
Our favorite moments from San Diego Comic-Con 2017. (http://bit.ly/2uCA7Nr)

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Pondering Nerdcast - Episode 76: Hey Alexa, call the police!

July 24, 2017

Scientists want to use Wifi to read your emotions, Star Trek has a few changes (Nate Hate's This), and Atari released info on it’s upcoming Ataribox. All this and more on the Pondering Nerdcast.

Show Notes

Tech

Scientists create a holographic microscope to find life in outer space. (http://bit.ly/2ujw34v)
Scientists are now using Wi-Fi to read human emotions. (http://bit.ly/2ujGsx0)

Film

Ben Affleck May Not Be Batman for Much Longer: Report. (http://bit.ly/2ujAmwL)
Watch All of the Trailers Released at San Diego Comic-Con So Far. (http://bit.ly/2ujGwwK)
This is not Star Trek… (http://bit.ly/2vvmTjV)

Gaming

Atari Could Disrupt The Game Console Market With The Upcoming Ataribox. (http://bit.ly/2ujVz9F)
Some beloved Telltale Games are finally being continued. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H1UnOysihiI)

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Pondering Nerdcast Episode 75: Clickbait

July 10, 2017

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The many applications to use earth’s vibrations to charge your phone. Hollywood is in bad movie jail and Castlevania is badass so check it out. All this and more on this episode of the Pondering Nerdcast.

Show Notes

Tech

This mixed reality room is so trippy it might leave you questioning reality. (http://on.mash.to/2tO8aSS)
An engineer in Chile created a device that can use earthquake vibrations to charge phones. (http://read.bi/2tO4GiX)

Film

This Upcoming Horror Movie Already Has A 100 Percent Rating On Rotten Tomatoes. (http://bit.ly/2tNDp07)
Hollywood Has a Bad-Movie Problem. (http://theatln.tc/2tO8Bwt)
Castlevania’s first season is out on Netflix and it’s AWESOME! (http://bit.ly/2v1nbOw)

Gaming

Nintendo has another consumer frenzy over the upcoming SNES Mini. (http://bit.ly/2v1ifsX)
Homebrewers Find An NES Emulator Inside The Nintendo Switch. (http://bit.ly/2v1ip3p)

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Pondering Nerdcast - Episode 74 : Mario's Demon Hat

June 26, 2017

It’s a full house on today’s episode. We talk about how a company hopes to use AI to more personalized ads to you. The Transformers franchise is hitting fatigue with fans based on it’s 1st day take in China. Alyssa talks about her experience with Mario Odyssey. All this and more on this Pondering Nerdcast!

Tech

OpenDNA uses artificial intelligence to deliver 'true' personalisation. (http://zd.net/2t1FLIl)

Film

Han Solo Firing Proves Studios’ Franchises Don’t Want Directors To Be Storytellers. (http://bit.ly/2t3sQ9I)
'Transformers' Fatigue Hits China; $46M Day 1 Suggests Sub-$300M Total. (http://bit.ly/2t1EHnO)
- Why critics say 'Transformers: The Last Knight' is '2017's most toxic movie'. (http://read.bi/2t1ik1Q)

Gaming

Nintendo Explains Why They Didn't Focus on Indie Games at E3. (http://bit.ly/2t1t00D)

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Pondering Nerdcast Episode 73: E3 2017

June 19, 2017

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On this episode, we talk all about E3 2017 big press conferences. All this and more on Pondering Nerdcast.

Show Notes

Gaming

E3 2017. (http://bit.ly/2tt14Qe)
E3 2017: All The EA Press Conference News From EA Play. (http://bit.ly/2srjQKU)
E3 2017: Sunday's Biggest News. (http://bit.ly/2tsPa8K)
2017: Monday's Biggest News. (http://bit.ly/2tsM30K)
E3 2017: Tuesday's Biggest News. (http://bit.ly/2tt0aDo)

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Pondering Nerdcast Episode 72: Teaser Trailer

June 12, 2017

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On this episode we talk about the Black Panther Trailer, Adam West, and EA’s 2017 E3 press conference. All this and more on the Pondering Nerdcast.

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Film

Black Panther Teaser Trailer. (http://bit.ly/2spcp73)
Box Office: 'Wonder Woman' Wins Again With Huge $16M Friday. (http://bit.ly/2sp5cUh)
Adam West passed…(http://imdb.to/2srfvY0)

Gaming

The EA Press Conference News From EA Play. (http://bit.ly/2srjQKU)

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Pondering Nerdcast Episode 71: The Witcher TV Show

May 22, 2017

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On this episode we talk about ZeniMax going after Samsung with a lawsuit, The Witcher will be a Netflix TV show and shocker the Nintendo Switch is turning a profit. All this and more on the Pondering Nerdcast.

Show Notes

Tech

Samsung targeted by ZeniMax after Oculus win. (http://bit.ly/2qsvwLo)
Chinese state media says U.S. should take some blame for cyber attack. (http://reut.rs/2qsABDK)

Film

Justice League: Warner Bros fixing flaws in Zack Snyder's DC movie? Here's the truth! (http://bit.ly/2qsGVuP)
The Witcher is being made into a TV show by Netflix. (http://bit.ly/2qsE7Of)

Gaming

Nintendo Switch and 'Mario Kart 8 Deluxe' Dominated April Game Sales. (http://ti.me/2qsAMyT)

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Pondering Nerdcast Episode 70: President Rock

May 15, 2017

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On this episode, we talk about Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson possible run for president and did Song and Microsoft make a mistake with their pro versions of their consoles? All this and more on the Pondering Nerdcast.

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Film

'Deadpool' is getting its own TV series, and Donald Glover is involved. (http://read.bi/2q5lDmG)
Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson considering run for White House. (http://lat.ms/2q5jqba)

Gaming

IGN LIVE PRESENTS: DESTINY 2 GAMEPLAY REVEAL. (http://bit.ly/2q5wU6N)
Most people have never heard of PS4 Pro or Project Scorpio. (http://bit.ly/2q5jx6A)

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