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BreakABone

04-05-2010, 04:30 PM

I know we attempted a podcast like 2 years ago, and it was a fun time, but it never really took off.

So here I am proposing a second attempt at the GT podcast.

This time with a somewhat different format, and concept.

The podcast would be more of a roundtable discussion this time around. It would feature a singular host (and right now, and he has agreed I'm leaning towards KeatonMr) who would have a panel of "Experts" each week depending on the topic.

On that subject, the topic would also change from week to week. Since GT isn't primarily a gaming forum anymore, I think it would be best for the podcast to reflect that. So one week could be games, another movies, and then comics or we could have one focused on any events going on at the forums.

So this is a general interest thread. To see who would want to partake, if they have any suggestions for topics, who has experience with producing a podcast.

~Edit
Just to keep better track of scheduling

June 27th- Toy Story 3
July4th- The Last Airbender?
July 11th- FMA: Brotherhood
July 18th- TBD
July 25th- TBD
Aug 1st- TBD
August 8th- StarCraft 2 (?)
August 15th/22nd- Scott Pilgrim vs The World (don't know how many people will see opening weekend)
August 29th- Summer Movie Review/Wrap-Up
Sept 3rd- Fall Movie Preview
Sept 10th- Metroid: Other M
Sept- Resident Evil: Afterlife
Sept- Halo Reach

Feel free to drop any ideas for those slots.

Episode on movie bad-asses.

An episode focused on toys. The type of toys you grew up playing with. If you still buy em and the likes.
An episode on computers, like what was your first PC and all that fun stuff.
Cartoons (Well several episodes, wanna do one focused on comic book cartoons, video game cartoons, and general cartoons)
Gadgets and gizmos, devices that have caught your eye or that you own or want.

magus113

04-05-2010, 04:32 PM

I'm in. I'm definitely in.

uber_paddler

04-05-2010, 04:38 PM

Yeah, I'm totally down to participate. I tried to get a podcast off the ground once over at the IGN boards, but it crashed and burned pretty hard. The hardest part is getting everyone together. If we can manage that we'll be fine.

magus113

04-05-2010, 04:45 PM

The only thing is I probably need to get a better headset or something. The only thing I have with a microphone is my netbook and a far inferior beta version of Skype 2.0 for Linux.

It needs to die a little bit.

Keatonmr

04-05-2010, 06:07 PM

Hey everyone. Thought I'd post here since I'm the potential host. I plan on starting my own podcast, potentially as soon as Wednesday, on my blog. So anyone hesitant can check that out. Just a warning, it will pretty much be a video I record with my webcam and not much more haha. That's kind of what I came here to say though. For this to work we need someone who is good at video editing. At least, if we want to make it seem a little more legitimate.

magus113

04-05-2010, 06:31 PM

I thought this was a Skype voice conference thing?

BreakABone

04-05-2010, 06:37 PM

I'm under the impression that this will be an audio podcast as well. Since it is simpler to get going and the likes.

Speaking of

http://www.how-to-podcast-tutorial.com/13-basic-podcasting-software.htm

Keatonmr

04-05-2010, 08:35 PM

Haha, wait, I think we all have different interpretations of what is going to happen here. I was thinking a group Skype chat that would be recorded, edited, and turned into a podcast

BreakABone

04-05-2010, 08:40 PM

Haha, wait, I think we all have different interpretations of what is going to happen here. I was thinking a group Skype chat that would be recorded, edited, and turned into a podcast

Yeah that is what I had in mind, but a Skype audio chat, not a video chat, not even sure how that would work. The work alone would be a pain in the arse.

Professor S

04-05-2010, 09:02 PM

I will contribute.

Swan

04-05-2010, 10:58 PM

If I could get my mic working I would be down

Jason1

04-06-2010, 06:45 PM

I would be interested, although I work strange hours now so my availability might be limited. I feel now that I have a PS3 AND a WII I might be able to contribute more to the conversations

magus113

04-06-2010, 08:05 PM

Well it's not like the podcasts stuck to one simple form of discussion. But we should get started on this soon! I'm excited.

Teuthida

04-06-2010, 08:28 PM

From how Babs described it to me it appears there will be rotating guests depending on their field of expertise/interest with Keatonmr as the stationary host.

BreakABone

04-07-2010, 12:23 AM

Yeah that's how it sounded to me as well.

Anyhow, I guess for the first round, we can try...

Well guess we need a topic for the first podcast. Any takers?

~Edit~

It doesn't have to follow this format, but it could be a three part podcast

Part 1: On the Rocks
Basically the Whatcha been Playing/Reading/Watching Segment of the show
It could be topical or just what's going on with the guest of the week.

Part 2: Survey Says
Would be the Segment of the Week. So a roundtable discussion on a singular subject. A game, a comic series, a movie, TV show

PArt 3: What's On Tap
A look ahead at next week. What movies are coming out u wanna see, if there's any big events like a Con or e3, games/dvds/blu-rays /comics coming out. Etc

I mean it doesn't need to follow this format, just an idea

magus113

04-07-2010, 01:07 AM

Teuthida

04-07-2010, 03:23 AM

So segment ideas I came up with talking to Babs:

Given the insulting from our last endeavor I propose a segment called Angry Drunk where the edited out tasteless comments and namecalling which are bound to happen are thrown together and tacked on as a closer to the show.

Or since so many of you are fond of making drunk threads we could have a call in line where you ramble off your insane drunken slurs for the Angry Drunk section.

Or it could be Prof S's segment...I kid I kid.

And then there is the name. Don't want to use "GameTavern" since won't really be the focus. Babs wants something with "With A Twist." There was also "Hair of the Dog, Eye of the Newt" and "Hair of the Dog, Eye of the Tiger" but those sound like Kung Fu movies.

Thought "With a Twist" could be a segment where someone delves into something to talk about and then ask what the twist is. 9 times out of 10 it'll be stupid or an insult.
"And that's how you create your own subatomic particle accelerator."
"And what's the twist?"
"Your mother's a whore."
"Goodnight everybody."

Tried using a band name generator and got:
* Tavern Of The Spinning Drip
* Tavern Of The Forum Morality
* Villain Tavern And The Moon
* Tavern Of The Elusive Cocoa
* Sensual Tavern
* Tavern Android Of The Radiant Flaw
* Intelligent With A Twist And The Tendency
* With A Twist Under Empty
* With A Twist Retention
* With A Twist Of The Colon (ouch)
* Tavern Schwank
* Premature Tavern Of The Bending Pinky
* Tavern Primate And The Florida
* Tavern Project Of The Backroom Nostalgia
* Lunch Of The Tavern Confusion
* First Class Tavern Of The Double Ostrich
* Twist Cork And The Clever Addiction
* Loud Twist And The Veggie Tomato
* Twist Creme Of The Jaded Muffin
* Twist Liquid And The Pubic Junkee

5 O'Clock Podcast, because it's 5 o'clock somewhere.

KillerGremlin

04-07-2010, 05:14 PM

I usually suggest porn but how do you do that over a podcast? :ohreilly:

Typhoid

04-07-2010, 05:18 PM

I like "Loud Twist And The Veggie Tomato", or just "With a twist" works.

BreakABone

04-07-2010, 05:29 PM

I like "Loud Twist And The Veggie Tomato", or just "With a twist" works.

I actually like the name, "Just with A Twist"

KillerGremlin

04-07-2010, 05:34 PM

A titty twist. There we go, we can tie my pr0n into the title. Brilliant.

Keatonmr

04-07-2010, 05:38 PM

None of the names are clicking for me personally. I'm not gonna be the one naysayer though, if the majority want the podcast to be named something, I'll go with it haha. Yay democracy! Anyways, I really like the 3 segments listed and think they are all great ideas. Question, how many people do you think we should have on the podcast at once?

Teuthida

04-07-2010, 06:36 PM

Three on average. No more than five at a time.

BreakABone

04-08-2010, 01:32 AM

Okay so we still don't have a topic for the first podcast, which is always a good start, but was thinking if you folks wanted to try and record tomorrow or Friday night.

I think we can do 4 for the first podcast so Keaton, and I guess 3 people. It would be a basic introduction to the podcast and what we hope to accomplish. I guess segment 2 and 3 could be what's going on and what's going to happen next week.

Just an idea. Not around much this weekend so wanted to throw it out there.

magus113

04-08-2010, 01:40 AM

I'm down if you guys are. I should be able to contribute as long as I get a headset or a mic. Getting a new laptop tomorrow and I don't know if it has a built-in webcam or microphone.

uber_paddler

04-08-2010, 02:13 AM

I'm also in the "need to get a decent mic first" camp. I have a feeling my laptop's built-in mic won't do the job.

magus113

04-08-2010, 02:52 AM

I'm also in the "need to get a decent mic first" camp. I have a feeling my laptop's built-in mic won't do the job.

As long as I have one I'm okay but I've been in need of a good headset for a while since my mom sat on my last good pair. So pissed.

Keatonmr

04-08-2010, 04:34 PM

If you guys are wondering if your sound is good enough or not, try talking to me on Skype and we can figure that out.

Xantar

04-08-2010, 06:09 PM

I already have a mic and everything. My voice will sound weird because it's just naturally that way.

To start with, how about a segment about upcoming movies? And how come there are so many mercenary on the run movies all of a sudden? The Losers, The Expendables and The A Team all at once? Seriously?

Also, you could close by endorsing a remixed videogame song that you really like.

Typhoid

04-08-2010, 07:32 PM

I still haven't found my mic.

Truth be told, I haven't started looking.
So, there's that.

Bond

04-08-2010, 09:29 PM

I'll be a guest whenever. I'm actually working on an audio documentary right now for one of my classes. Checked out this kick ass digital recorder from the library. Editing will be a pain, though.

magus113

04-09-2010, 12:45 AM

I got a new laptop and I'm gonna assume the built-in mic will be decent enough.

Either way I still plan to get a headset

KillerGremlin

04-09-2010, 03:18 PM

I'll join in during the summer (5 weeks). Look at it as motivation to keep this thing going for a while.

Also, I think we should provide traffic and weather updates.

BreakABone

04-10-2010, 02:14 AM

Some feedback as always

http://www.mediafire.com/?myimzojz2mn
Theme 1

http://www.mediafire.com/?jndjjxotz5y
Theme 2

Just something my friend put together for me. Curious what others had in mind, to see if can craft a theme that is fitting.

Teuthida

04-10-2010, 02:48 AM

I like the very beginning of the first and the bit with dings but I like the 2nd as a whole better. I can imagine that one fading out into the beginning of the show.

Keatonmr

04-10-2010, 11:30 AM

I like the first one

TheSlyMoogle

04-10-2010, 12:34 PM

I could partake in some podcasting action I suppose. Get a little of that gay opinion up in dis bitch.

Carnage17

04-10-2010, 04:51 PM

didnt really wanna read through all 3 pages of this thread to see where we stand on it, but i'm definitely interested on being on the podcast. i can definitely contribute to the games and movies discussion panels

uber_paddler

04-10-2010, 05:28 PM

I like the first one as well.

Teuthida

04-10-2010, 06:38 PM

Had a couple minutes to kill. Possible mascot? The Disgruntled Barkeep!

...or not.

Dylflon

04-10-2010, 06:56 PM

I demand to be an 'expert' on the movie podcast.

Dylflon

04-10-2010, 07:01 PM

I could partake in some podcasting action I suppose. Get a little of that gay opinion up in dis bitch.

I suggest doing a gay report when you're on.

The segment could be called "Things That are Gay with John Holliday"

BreakABone

04-11-2010, 12:42 AM

So seems like this week's podcast isn't going to happen

So had two ideas for next week, depending on the forum.

First, would be dependent on who got Splinter Cell: Convinction could provide coverage on that.

If not, could be on Kick-Ass, thoughts on the comics, what expect from the movie.

And if we don't do it this week, could do a Kick-Ass comics to film discussion the week after.

Also

for names, based on direction song was going

was thinking something like 8-Bite podcast. I mean you can sometimes get food in a tavern/bar/pub. And well it is still a gaming site, I know its a bad pun.

Just trying out different things.

BreakABone

04-11-2010, 02:07 AM

So I'm trying to put together a new podcast as I mentioned before, and before that can get off the ground.

Working on some things, I know already discussing in the other thread, but not everyone is checking it out, so figured would have this thread for general help.

First up is coming up with a name, we've been batting a few around. The main goal at least to me is to find a way to merge both the "Tavern" part of the name with the "Game" part of the name. With that said, here are a few of the suggestions

With a Twist
Just with a Twist
8 Bit Heist
8 Bit Bang!
Almost Gamers
The Nerd Round-Up
Cactus Punch
ThereCast
Life Potion

I mean just some ideas, feel free to throw some out, say which you think should stay, which should be burned and buried in the back.

Second off is the music, I posted samples of 2 songs my friend made for me in the other thread, but also trying to find songs from other sources. So far got some music from Wild Arms and Wild Guns, which is some pretty cool digitized western music.

Again offer up any suggestions or anything.

Teuthida

04-11-2010, 02:26 AM

BreakABone

04-11-2010, 01:56 PM

Another idea just had

The Good, The Bad and the (Pod)cast

BreakABone

04-12-2010, 01:19 PM

Okay so going through the list of people, gonna put down their field and add/subtract/disagree with me.

Magus- Video games (owns a Ps3 and Wii), manga/anime, some movies
Uber_Paddler- Video games (owns a PSwii60), manga/anime
Professor S- Video games (owns a 360 and Wii?), some comics, politics
Swan- Video games (owns a 360), comics, movies
Jason1- Video games (PS3 and Wii)
Typhoid- Video games (PS3/Wii), music, movies,sports
Xantar- Video games (Wii), movies, some comics, TV shows
Bond- Video games (360), some TV shows
Carnage- Video games (360), sports, movies, music
Dylflon- Video games (360/wii), movies, music, TV, s ports

thatmariolover

04-12-2010, 02:31 PM

I'm surprised this thread got as far as it did without my notice. If it's going to be official maybe we should sticky it (then again, I could just learn to read).

Regardless, I'd be happy to participate in any way you guys might need. I can do recording, transcription, editing (both video and audio), and content.

magus113

04-12-2010, 03:19 PM

I'm down with the Nerds on the Rocks (Are a Bloody Mess) title. Haven't listened to the themes so I can't offer my opinion.

I also have SOME knowledge of comics. We could also talk about the Losers since the movie will be coming relatively soon, although the format Earl suggested for the first podcast looked good to me.

BreakABone

04-12-2010, 03:58 PM

Okay so TML has agreed to record and edit for us.

I think depending on the time frame, we may need someone else to record and send to him.

Now with that settled, we have the name/music issue to work on, which is in the other thread.

Third, I want folks to send samples of their audio quality eitiher via like a minute long monologue of sorts or adding me on Skype and testing it out there.

Thank you.

Hope to record Wedn/Thurs night this week.

BreakABone

04-13-2010, 05:20 PM

Okay, I think we have determined a name

Nerds on The Rocks

We have an idea of the format.

We have someone who will edit.

We just need to get the staff and the recording dates down.

And another song for your ears. I'm REALLY fond of this one.

http://www.mediafire.com/?yqei2mq2ktg

Keatonmr

04-13-2010, 05:43 PM

Yeah, I really like Nerds On The Rocks.

We could wait a couple days and discuss Kick-Ass. I'm seeing a showing on Thursday

BreakABone

04-13-2010, 10:14 PM

Okay, I think we have finally settled on a name. (I really like so it counts for something)

We have a semi-working theme song.
http://www.mediafire.com/?dmjjydewjne
Any feedback is appreciated as this whole project is a work in progress.

Now we just need to come up with a recording schedule. TML has agreed to edit the cast, and I'm sure we can find some place to host it.

As stated before, Keaton has agreed to be the host for now (Unless he has changed his mind) and we have a stable of people who want to have their voices heard. At best, want the staff to rotate around the main topic of discussion for the week.

Now for episode 1, we have a lot of ways to go but the basic breakdown.

On The Rocks (Segment One)
Will be the segment where folks talk about what new media they have consumed.
I would like this to be known ahead of time. If nothing else, I want to make sure that everyone on the podcast for the week knows what the other person is talking about. They don't need to know intricate details, but they need to know if its a CD, a movie, a comic series or whatever it is.

Survey Says (Segment Two)
This week is still a toss-up. Depending on when we record and people's purchasing habits, it can either be a discussion of Kick-Ass (the comic and the movie, how it compares and all that jazz) or it can be a look at Splinter Cell: Convinction.

None of us are real pros, but I believe its also NPD week, I don't suggest it.

On Tap (Segment 3)
This is a combination news/look ahead segment.
Depending on the week, it can be a recap of nerd news. New Ultimate Spiderman cartoon, Joss Whedon directing the Avengers, and the likes.

Or it can be a discussion of the movie of the week (Kick-Ass/The Losers), new comics (Brightest Day), Blu-ray/DVD news (LoTR just released), TV shows (24, LOST. W/e)

So here's the thread, want some solid ideas and a firm time.

magus113

04-13-2010, 10:34 PM

I'm in class until 7:40 Eastern tomorrow, and it takes me generally about an hour and a half to finally relax after having dinner and the like. So I'm good after that. Thursday nights are generally good for me as well. I would also say Saturday morning/afternoon is good for me, but I might be having some plans for this coming Saturday that'll cause me to have to stay out. Sunday nights are great too.

BreakABone

04-15-2010, 12:41 AM

Okay I had another idea for the middle portion of the podcast.

Today marks the final day of Xbox Live for original Xbox games.

So thought would be a cool thing to look at the development/evolution of console gaming over the past 9 years.

Where it has come, where you hope to see it go.

Jason1

04-15-2010, 04:48 PM

I suggest discussing God of War III

uber_paddler

04-15-2010, 05:02 PM

I suggest discussing God of War III
Yeah, that could probably be done in the media consumption block, though.

magus113

04-15-2010, 05:14 PM

Not much to discuss really. The franchise altogether could be a better discussion as well. I have a few tidbits of info of about how they're going to take the series from here on in as well.

manasecret

04-15-2010, 06:27 PM

I'm down for contributing.

My areas of expertise: Electronic engineering, some video games (PC, Wii, and PS3), some movies, a little music, Houston, New Orleans, Texas, some rock climbing, some Europe travel, Malta, Italy, long walks along the beach, etc.

Maybe this ought to be a once a month thing, so we don't over extend ourselves trying to get things out every week when we really don't have much interesting stuff to talk about.

EDIT: Oh, and I can talk about micro-brews and alcohol. We could do like a drink of the week/month, have clanking bottles and talking about what goes in it while making it, and then a taste test right then and there.

BreakABone

04-15-2010, 06:37 PM

So can we try and get this rolling tonight around 8 pm, if anyone is around?

magus113

04-15-2010, 07:25 PM

8:30 might be better. Dinner first. Man's gotta eat.

Keatonmr

04-15-2010, 08:19 PM

Tomorrow evening would be better for me than tonight, because tonight, I am seeing Kick-Ass haha

magus113

04-15-2010, 08:32 PM

Tomorrow evening would be better for me than tonight, because tonight, I am seeing Kick-Ass haha

Go you!

magus113

04-15-2010, 08:39 PM

Tomorrow would be great also btw. I definitely could do that.

BreakABone

04-20-2010, 01:34 PM

I know episode 1 isn't even out yet (it will hopefully be up sometime tonight) but I wanted to get some people lined up for this week's episode so we could schedule a time.

This week's episode will mainly focus on cartoons/shows based on video games. So if you have any experience in this field, come on down.

magus113

04-20-2010, 02:28 PM

I'm down

thatmariolover

04-20-2010, 11:36 PM

Well here it is, GT's official podcast episode number 1. There are a few mic situations to get ironed out but I thought the dialogue was really good. Regardless, it's been a long time coming.

http://dl.dropbox.com/u/6316931/Nerds_on_the_Rocks.mp3

BreakABone

04-21-2010, 12:42 AM

Its the first show, there will be some growing pains.

Magus sounds like he is speaking on a cell's speakerphone, but he already is working on fixing that.

There seems to be random times when the audio breaks and it does kind of get annoying, but assume part of the program.

There are also random sounds throughout the show. Maybe, we should record in smaller chunks and then paste them together.

As a whole though, I enjoyed the podcast. The discussion seemed natural, and the three host seemed knowledgeable for the most part, granted, I disagree with some of their points (think most people credit Blade/X-men with the comic book resurgence), but it was listenable.

The three of them seemed to work well together. I thought anyhow. So may need to go back to the drawing board.

~Edit~
Some other deals, I know there was no intro/outtro for this episode, but that was more due to the recording software. We shall get this worked out for next week.

The third segment, at least when I pitched it was named, "On Tap" but may re-tool the segments as well.

I like the discussion of a topic, a big news story and then something simple to wrap the show around.

Xantar

04-21-2010, 11:01 AM

Xantar- Video games (Wii), movies, some comics, TV shows

Bond and I can also talk about law if it ever comes up. I know there are still people out there filing anti-videogame lawsuits.

BreakABone

04-21-2010, 11:15 AM

Speaking of different areas of expertise

Was thinking/hoping to have a podcast with Germie, Dylflon, Teuthida and maybe Gekko about video games being art.

I figured, they represent the 3 standard sense of art and Gekko is trying to be a developer. And well he is bitter so should make a good listen.

Okay throwing out some other ideas/dates

Around the release of Prince of Persia, we can have a podcast focused on video game movies. What has come, what is in the pipeline and what you think works as a future movie.

The Germanator

04-21-2010, 12:21 PM

I'd love to be involved, but I don't have any kind of headset/microphone computer technology unfortunately...

BreakABone

04-21-2010, 01:06 PM

I'd love to be involved, but I don't have any kind of headset/microphone computer technology unfortunately...

All of that fancy musical equipment and you folks couldn't buy a single usb mic. :P

You can get one on the cheap...

Teuthida

04-21-2010, 02:22 PM

Babs pretty much said everything.

You're quite an eloquent dude Mags though shame your sound quality sucked. Towards the end almost every other word out of Keaton's mouth got cut off. And Uber who had the best sound spoke the least.

I tuned out in the beginning for the Xbox talk but was pretty enthralled for the rest of the show.

A little constructive criticism. You guys would frequently namedrop GT and Babs but have to take into account that there would be folks listening who aren't aware of the site (maybe not this once there's a proper intro) or even Babs. (I know what you're thinking: Who on the internet doesn't know Earl? Surprisingly there are a few.) Had a good conversation going on but seemed a little unaware of having a listener audience.

Good job guys. Leaps and bounds better than the last attempt two years ago.

thatmariolover

04-21-2010, 02:32 PM

uber_paddler

04-21-2010, 02:37 PM

Yeah, this probably wasn't the best episode for me to be on, lol. I rarely play on Xbox Live, didn't play the original at all, and don't read comic books or watch Joss Whedon shows. Though at least I managed to keep a certain degree my characteristic monotony out of my voice.

magus113

04-21-2010, 03:17 PM

I was kinda bothered after recording thinking that I talked so much. I think that after a while I tend to get very repetitive and fumble over words. I'm glad someone found some good in that though. I've already got my Rock Band mic as a better alternative until I can snag a nice Logitech headset with a boom mic.

thatmariolover

04-21-2010, 03:24 PM

I've already got my Rock Band mic as a better alternative until I can snag a nice Logitech headset with a boom mic.

I still have an old Logitech PS2 USB mic that I originally got for WoW ages ago. It has served me very well for a long time.

uber_paddler

04-22-2010, 10:40 AM

Well, since this thread seems to be dying, I'm definitely willing to participate again. I'm down to record pretty much whenever. Well, I have to study today for my exam tomorrow. Of course I have to become inebriated after said exam. Other than that, any time is good.

BreakABone

04-22-2010, 12:25 PM

Just some general suggestions as always.

I think we should record in smaller chunks, perhaps do like 15-20 minute sessions of recording. And then a short break. One makes it easier for the person editing the podcast, but also gives you folks time to discuss what going to talk about next. Maybe get some notes/find links or whatever in case everyone draws a blank.

Also since, there were some minor technical issues, could potentially help to alleviate them.

Another thing, I think there should be an intro and then an agenda run-down before the theme song.
Like Hi my name is X, and X and X and this week we will talk about Y,Y and Y. Theme Song... and then Welcome to Nerds on the Rock, and go from there.

As for naming suggestions,

I believe originally was like, On The Rocks, Survey Says and On Tap

On The Rocks is taken since name of the podcast haha

So let's see,
we can still use Nerds on Tap for the news portion.
And will think

Teuthida

04-22-2010, 12:28 PM

See if you can get your musical wizard to do really short (a couple seconds) jingles for each segment.

Teuthida

04-22-2010, 02:49 PM

itunes placeholder until I have time to do something better.

The final will probably be something like this with items in the cubes such as a controller, a superhero or comicbook, and.....any ideas for how to depict movies/tv?
http://images.easyart.com/i/prints/rw/lg/3/3/Mini-Posters-Jack-Daniel-s--On-the-Rocks--330381.jpg

Bube

04-23-2010, 03:51 AM

Use your Rock Band mics people! :p

magus113

04-23-2010, 09:56 AM

I like it! The other idea sounds pretty awesome too.

BreakABone

04-23-2010, 12:49 PM

I love the banner right now, but curious what else he has up his sleeves.

Anyhow, Keaton may or may not be around this weekend, he'll let us know later. So we may need 1 or 2 people to fill in this week.

Anyone game-d?

Topics of choice ATM is going to be Video game Cartoons and Marvel vs Capcom 3 roster speculation.

magus113

04-23-2010, 02:05 PM

I'm not gonna be able to record unless it's like, Sunday. I'm out of the house tonight and I have a Porcupine Tree concert tomorrow.

Teuthida

04-23-2010, 04:39 PM

How about-- yeah, I suppose not...

Bube

04-23-2010, 04:43 PM

I have a Porcupine Tree concert tomorrow.

No. No. No. No. No. I want to cry right now.

magus113

04-24-2010, 12:18 PM

No. No. No. No. No. I want to cry right now.

What? Why?

BreakABone

04-24-2010, 12:48 PM

So how does Sunday afternoons for recordings for everyone sounds?

I mean it should be late enough in the day that if you had too much fun on Saturday, you've recovered.

And early enough that you don't feel the sting of Monday mornings coming.

And it also gives us a clear idea of where the week went with news.

magus113

04-24-2010, 01:25 PM

I might have to redownload my Skype recording app, I left my laptop charger at work because I'm a genius like that. Might as well do that now.

KillerGremlin

04-24-2010, 04:07 PM

Is there a way to have more natural conversations, I feel like it is way too polite with everyone letting one person speak for a long time and then swapping conversation roles. Also, I know this is Gametavern but why not throw in some politics and media (Movies/Music) talk. And comic stuff is always good by me.

Again, I'll plan on contributing come summer...so in like 3 weeks.

magus113

04-25-2010, 10:04 PM

Well since the podcast never ended up coming around by this weekend I'd definitely like to look into recording at some point this week. Tuesdays and Thursdays are good for me during the day and night, and Monday/Wednesday are good for me for nights only. I figure we might want and get a set date and time narrowed down early on for the sake of this week and future recordings as well.

Also Keaton, we're having some trouble finding out where you are man! You were a good host for the first ep but we gotta know when you're around.

If you're gonna have trouble with accessibility just let us know so we can possibly look into getting a replacement host for an episode or two in advance.

uber_paddler

04-25-2010, 10:22 PM

I'm good to go whenever everyone else is. Of course, I'm scared to say anything else for fear Roy Mustang will fry my punk ass.

magus113

04-25-2010, 11:14 PM

I'm good to go whenever everyone else is. Of course, I'm scared to say anything else for fear Roy Mustang will fry my punk ass.

I would be afraid too. Fuckin' guy is crazy.

Bube

04-26-2010, 02:28 PM

What? Why?
Because PT is my favorite band ever, and I've never had a chance to see them.. If only they'd come here, anywhere in the country..

magus113

04-26-2010, 03:22 PM

Because PT is my favorite band ever, and I've never had a chance to see them.. If only they'd come here, anywhere in the country..

Aw man I'm sorry to hear...I know it's not a great comfort to hear it but at least the show was great! They performed The Incident in it's entirety and a bunch of other old shit.

It was also the first time they've come to Miami so it's taken them a pretty long time for them to get the hell over here.

Bube

04-27-2010, 09:22 AM

I've never heard of their shows being anything less than great :(

Glad to hear at least one fan here got to see PT :)

I'd love to hear Anesthetize, btw..

magus113

04-27-2010, 03:08 PM

I've never heard of their shows being anything less than great :(

Glad to hear at least one fan here got to see PT :)

I'd love to hear Anesthetize, btw..

They started playing Russia on Ice and then out of nowhere in the middle of it they threw out Anesthetize. It was pretty epic.

BreakABone

04-27-2010, 04:12 PM

So for the time being, we can assume that Keaton has gone AWOL, so is there anyone else who wants to step into the shoes of host for a bit?

Granted, we didn't really work out with the rotation either. I don't know

magus113

04-27-2010, 04:37 PM

I don't mind stepping in, I can be a regular host if the situation arises.

BreakABone

04-27-2010, 11:55 PM

Okay since last week went without a podcast, we shall shelve the idea of a video game cartoon episode.

This week's episode will be a look at the summer movie season with the first major release of Iron Man 2 out next week, we look at the big movies, what we expect to be good, and wha we expect to bomb. Etc

dietele

04-28-2010, 12:30 AM

I'm totally down for a Summer Movie show. I'm new to the whole community, and the concept of being part of a podcast, but I'm still in.

I don't know what the recording schedules are like, but I can probably make myself available if given enough notice.

magus113

04-28-2010, 05:59 PM

Anyone down to do a recording tomorrow? I've got most of the day and a quick job interview at 5.

uber_paddler

04-28-2010, 06:44 PM

Again, I'm not the best person to talk about upcoming movies, but if no one else is going to do it then I can.

BreakABone

04-28-2010, 09:51 PM

Again, I'm not the best person to talk about upcoming movies, but if no one else is going to do it then I can.

That's cool, I think you can sit this one out, if not mistaken. I think we have Magus, Xantar and Dietle. (And Keaton if he shows up)

And just so everyone is on the same page, most major movies

Iron Man 2
Robin Hood
MacGruber
Shrek Forever
Prince of Persia
Sex and the City 2
The A-Team
The Karate Kid
Jonah Hex
Toy Story 3
Twilight 3 (this can't be right?)
The Last Airbender
Predators
Inception
The Expendables

Feel free to add any

Teuthida

04-28-2010, 11:46 PM

Scott Pilgrim vs. the World
Knight and Day
The Sorcerer's Apprentice

magus113

04-29-2010, 02:37 PM

So topics for tonight's recording if people are down.

On Tap - Summer movies
Question of the week - Up for grabs. Any ideas?
Final Segment - Also up for grabs. Ideas people!

uber_paddler

04-29-2010, 03:57 PM

You could always discuss the Activision and Bungie thing. That's pretty topical, and there's a whole bunch you could say about it.

magus113

04-29-2010, 06:04 PM

On Tap - Summer movies
Question of the week - Activision and Bungie? Good idea? Bad idea?

Still need that last segment though. Could be about anything that anyone would be willing to throw out.

Teuthida

04-29-2010, 10:54 PM

Perhaps some sort of trivia game? Nice way to engage the listeners methinketh.

BreakABone

04-29-2010, 11:11 PM

I'm still fond of Keaton's idea of using the 3rd/final segment as a goofy question discussion.

Like, now that Marvel vs Capcom 3 has been announced, what's the next crossover you want to see happen

Something light-hearted like that.

And just so i'm clear, this week is going to be Xantar, Magus and Dietle if he shows up again?

magus113

04-29-2010, 11:43 PM

I'm all for just throwing whatever out, but we need to know what whatever is before we start recording, and we need Xantar and Dietle to get a hold of me to set a time for recording. I'm out of town starting Saturday afternoon, but will be coming back Sunday.

My AIM s/n is there on the left if need be. I'm pretty sure I know Xantar's already though.

Xantar

04-30-2010, 10:13 AM

I'm around this weekend. Just shoot me a line on AIM.

BreakABone

04-30-2010, 06:09 PM

Hopefully you folks can record tonight, had some ideas from early wanted to share

I don't care about order of sessions so will use general terms

For the big topic of the week, I was thinking something like "House Special" as the name

For the general discussion of a big news story, "On Tap"

And for the random ender/question, was thinking "Off the Menu"

I mean you don't have to use, just some things.

As for topics, we're doing summer movie previews this week

Not sure what the following week is,

Think one week should be focused on video game movies (around the release of PoP)

Also think it will be interesting to do one about women in geek culture, how they are treated, why so few movies released for them that aren't like rom-coms and stuff.

Of course, e3 show in early June or so

Default

04-30-2010, 07:16 PM

Think one week should be focused on video game movies (around the release of PoP)

Also think it will be interesting to do one about women in geek culture, how they are treated, why so few movies released for them that aren't like rom-coms and stuff.

Of course, e3 show in early June or so

Great topics. Especially game movies; a lot of movement there lately (SOTC, RE:A trailer, etc). Love the idea of one main focus per cast, and not being restricted by only game-related things.

magus113

04-30-2010, 07:16 PM

Even if we can't record tonight I'm down for using some of those topics.

uber_paddler

04-30-2010, 07:26 PM

If the E3 podcast takes place before or after E3 then I'm down for being on it. if it happens during E3 I won't be able to, since I'll, you know, be there.

dietele

04-30-2010, 10:45 PM

magus113

05-01-2010, 01:56 AM

I'm free any time Sunday afternoon, I'll be hanging out and studying for Finals so just let me know and I'll make the time. I don't know how this is done, so you guys will have to bear with me and fill me in on the process.

Any time from 12-5? Sunday works best because Saturday is FCBD and the weather is supposed to be beautiful.

I won't be home Saturday so that actually kinda works out depending on when I get home. The best thing to do for right now would be to give me your AIM s/n and I can get a hold of you that way.

The way we record the podcast is over Skype, and then after we record it gets sent over to thatmariolover, who then edits it and puts it up for all to listen.

BreakABone

05-01-2010, 12:44 PM

Okay, so I think shall go back to original idea of making Sundays recording time.

So rain or shine, whoever is here tomorrow shall be on the show.
Let's aim for 4-5 pm EST

dietele

05-02-2010, 01:15 PM

Cool, my skype name is edietel, so I'll be online and message-able. I'll be available at 4!

magus113

05-02-2010, 06:09 PM

Great success gentlemen. The whole process went much much smoother than last time. I'm gonna do some editing stuff, possibly set this up to go on iTunes. We'll see how that works out.

Xantar

05-02-2010, 10:05 PM

So you're the one doing the editing this time? What did you think of the music clips I suggested?

(Not asking because I want to boost my ego. I'm just interested to know if you think I'm on the right track or if I should just shut up and let you do your thing.)

magus113

05-02-2010, 11:46 PM

I think it's a good idea. I'm gonna search around there and do some work. Hopefully I'll have something ready by the end of the night.

magus113

05-03-2010, 02:23 AM

http://dl.dropbox.com/u/6316931/Nerds%20on%20the%20Rocks%20-%20Episode%202.mp3

The Nerds are back, and they have a delicious episode on Tap for you. This week the Nerds look at the Summer movie line-up. With the armoured Avenger leading the charge, what stands out in this season? Bungie may be making headlines this week with the release of the Halo: Reach beta, but it was there deal with Activision that has the world talking, the Nerds tackle this merger and predict what will come out of the partnership. Finally in Cocktail Chatter, they look at the current day Watergate, what its like to be a Hero for a day and a tales of tits gone wrong. Seat back, pull up a chair and spend an hour with the Nerds

Listen and enjoy. The whole process went much better so you can enjoy a nicer longer recording that's easy on the ears.

Featured music
This week I threw in some little ditties in between our segments. For those who are curious this week we featured:

Edan - Fumbling Over Words (Battle) by Team Teamwork
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Mamacitas in My Valley OC ReMix [Gerudo Valley]
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Feedback here ladies and gents.

magus113

05-03-2010, 02:26 AM

Now that episode 2 is up for grabs, let's get cracking on what we should bring up for next week. I know we mentioned some stuff in episode 2, but if you would be so kind as to put that stuff in this thread along with any other suggestions.

Recording is set for 4-5 PM EST on Sunday May 9th. I know that's Mother's Day so if we can't get enough people to pitch in for that time, I'm more than willing to try for Monday night or Saturday night.

On Tap - Iron Man 2 afterthoughts (POSSIBLY)
Question of the Week - 3D? Should it stay or should it go?
Cocktail Chatter - This week's random stories

Cast
magus113 - Host
Xantar
thatmariolover

BreakABone

05-03-2010, 02:41 AM

Since this helps people out,

In this episode, as far as I know

Segment one: Summer movie Previews
A look at the movies coming out this summer. What movies will you see without reviews? Which will you need to wait and see on?

Segment 2: Bungie/Activision deal
Yeah, the big news of the week, Activision and Bungie's pact with the devil.

Segment 3:
Make A Wish Turns kid into a Superhero

~Edit~
How can you folks not know Dolph Lundgren!
He's Ivan Drago from Rocky IV! He will break you!

Fox 6

05-03-2010, 03:07 AM

It neat to hear peoples voices, and how they are nothing like you imagined....

BlueFire

05-03-2010, 03:19 AM

It neat to hear peoples voices, and how they are nothing like you imagined....

BreakABone's voice is just as I imagined.

KillerGremlin

05-03-2010, 05:07 AM

YES. YES. Good job guys. Awesome, it improved from the first podcast. It was easier to hear everyone, it flowed good....and hearing the legendary Xantar was quite interesting in a good way of course.

I'm looking forward to the future of these podcasts.

I think we need to definitely keep organized categories, and definitely need everyone to introduced themselves with their forum name.

Also....

Is there a way to get this podcast "out there." You know, like out on the rest of the Internet? A place that hosts podcasts. Ya know?

KillerGremlin

05-03-2010, 05:16 AM

magus113

05-03-2010, 07:39 AM

I need to get an RSS feed set up to submit it to iTunes so that might be something I'll work on either today or tomorrow.

magus113

05-03-2010, 07:54 AM

Also bumping due to edits for music featured in this week's podcast.

BreakABone

05-03-2010, 09:22 AM

BTW:

Reason comic sequel is better than original....it's because you get over the origin story. Spidey 2 had already established things, X2 had established the characters and the villain (basically, Magneto's badassness), etc.

That's pretty much what I w as going to say.

Without the bloat of an origin story, they are usually able to spin a better tale. The problem than becomes the 3rd movie when directors want to take the heroes where they've never been before.

I mean Superman 3 (I believe its 3) was the one that featured the clone Superman getting drunk.

Spiderman 3 wanted to examine Spiderman's dark side.

X-Men 3 opened up Jean's dark psychic.

Batman 3 just changed tonal completely.

Bond

05-03-2010, 11:47 AM

This episode was much improved over last week. Nice job.

Xantar

05-03-2010, 12:03 PM

By the time we record this podcast, Iron Man 2 will be in theaters. Since we talked for a while about it in the last podcast, we should spend some time (maybe a whole segment) talking about it in this one. I'll be happy to come back and prove myself wrong (or right, as the case may be).

Possible Question of the Week topics: what do you think about 3-D?

Also, if we're ever in a slow period, we could do an advice column. I've got lots of fun letters we could respond to.

BlueFire

05-03-2010, 02:09 PM

Also, if we're ever in a slow period, we could do an advice column. I've got lots of fun letters we could respond to.

I think this is a great idea!

BreakABone

05-03-2010, 02:15 PM

Iron Man 2 is a good idea.

I was thinking about doing a segment on Mother's in nerd-dom. Like popular maternal figures from like comics, games, movies, etc

Teuthida

05-03-2010, 06:32 PM

Quite good. Something I'd listen to even if I didn't know you fellows. Thought it ended too soon...which is always a good thing. Nice music choices as well.

You guys deserve a decent logo. So I created one to tide you over until then. ;)

http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i290/teuthida/nerdsontherocks.jpg

Xantar

05-03-2010, 07:54 PM

Virginia state seal in case you're too lazy to look it up.

http://infosecurity.us/images/va_state_seal.gif

Teuthida

05-03-2010, 07:56 PM

Thanks. That's what I forgot to ask. Shownotes that link to what you talked about.

Teuthida

05-04-2010, 01:40 PM

If you talk about Iron Man 2 I'd put up a spoiler warning and maybe the start and end times for the discussion so folks can skip if they don't want to be spoiled.

magus113

05-04-2010, 03:51 PM

If you talk about Iron Man 2 I'd put up a spoiler warning and maybe the start and end times for the discussion so folks can skip if they don't want to be spoiled.

Or we could do it out of order and save it for the end

thatmariolover

05-04-2010, 04:22 PM

I saw a prescreening of IM2, but I can't imagine anybody's going to want me to ruin it by talking about it, even if the podcast isn't released until after the official release.

magus113

05-04-2010, 06:25 PM

I saw a prescreening of IM2, but I can't imagine anybody's going to want me to ruin it by talking about it, even if the podcast isn't released until after the official release.

Well like I had said we're gonna try and record it on Sunday or maybe Saturday or Monday night since Mother's Day is this weekend.

The sooner we establish a schedule for recording the better. We don't want this to go the way the old podcast did.

Szymon

05-05-2010, 02:02 AM

http://www.theonion.com/video/iron-man-2-buzz-heats-up-over-rumors-gwyneth-paltr,17275/

Whether or not reviews suck, I must know.

Edit: There's also this

http://www.drfunkenberry.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/03/scarlet_johanson_008-317x400.jpg

KillerGremlin

05-05-2010, 02:15 AM

http://www.drfunkenberry.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/03/scarlet_johanson_008-317x400.jpg

I masturbate to this picture, frequently.

magus113

05-05-2010, 09:55 AM

No suggestions, guys? Earl was saying that we probably shouldn't do IM2 since it would depend on people seeing it before Saturday or whenever we record.

Also we need a third guest for the show. Don't make me beg and plead to Earl to finally stop by to give his two cents for once.

thatmariolover

05-05-2010, 01:26 PM

I'll volunteer unless somebody is all of the sudden going to jump in the thread with some great ambition.

magus113

05-05-2010, 01:27 PM

I'll volunteer unless somebody is all of the sudden going to jump in the thread with some great ambition.

If you're down then I'm all for it.

Teuthida

05-05-2010, 01:31 PM

When you do a search for the show's title, Wonka.com is right above GT.

Segment on candy of yore? Nerds, Dweebs, Crybabies, Warheads, etc.?

Also, it's up on iTunes now. Used the first logo. :(

magus113

05-05-2010, 01:41 PM

When you do a search for the show's title, Wonka.com is right above GT.

Segment on candy of yore? Nerds, Dweebs, Crybabies, Warheads, etc.?

Also, it's up on iTunes now. Used the first logo. :(

I had already submitted it to Feedburner and iTunes before the pic got put up here dude, sorry. If I can change it later I'll look it up but I'm at work.

Xantar

05-05-2010, 08:28 PM

I'm in, and I'll definitely be ready to talk about Iron Man 2.

I just want to say that I thought of Ask GameTavern as more of a second topic type of deal. It is, after all, a question submitted to "us." And I suggested it more as something to talk about when we have nothing else going on. Since we clearly have plenty to talk about this week, I would suggest we scrap the advice column for some other week and continue with each person's individual cocktail chatter. I personally thought it went rather well last time.

magus113

05-05-2010, 09:15 PM

magus113

05-05-2010, 09:17 PM

Is it also safe to assume that we have TML, and Xantar as our other two hosts this week? If so then lemme know when you guys are good to record this weekend. The latest I can do anything is Monday night since I'm flying up to Boston the day after.

magus113

05-08-2010, 02:08 PM

Alright guys, let's see if we can get a solid time down for recording. I'm catching IM2 tonight with the family so I'm ready to go to talk about that.

I know Xantar caught it too, and he's got his story down for cocktail chatter. I have mine as well.

Who's down for recording tomorrow? I'm free for the night.

thatmariolover

05-08-2010, 06:46 PM

I saw it. And tomorrow works fine.

magus113

05-09-2010, 10:17 AM

Awesome. I'm checking out a matinee today with my mom for Mother's Day so I'll be ready to go. Chill out on AIM until I get back but I shouldn't be back late unless my mom wants to go out for dinner.

magus113

05-09-2010, 12:59 PM

I'm hitting the matinee showing for IM2 at 4 about a half hour south from me. So I'll be on but a bit later than when we normally record.

magus113

05-09-2010, 09:29 PM

Alright I took longer than I thought. TML is out so if there are any takers to do something right now, Xantar and I are ready to go. Just send me an IM on AIM or Skype me: scarz0ftime

BreakABone

05-13-2010, 11:29 PM

I know episode 3 is running a bit behind (its been recorded TWICE now), and I hope it is up soon, but trying to work on a schedule so we have to prepare for episode 4.

Magus will be unable to join us once again, so we have room for more folks to shower us with their best radio voice.

This week's episode

On Tap: With the upcoming series finale of both Lost and 24, and the news of Law and Order's cancellation, we take a look at how you end a TV show. And we make predictions for this past decade's biggest two shows.

House Special: The iPad. The battle for Flash.

Cocktail Chatter: As always our guests bring their most interesting news article to the table.

All this and morning, Sunday afternoon. Because there's nothing better for a hangover, than Nerds on the Rocks.

TheSlyMoogle

05-14-2010, 06:19 AM

I think I would like to be in on this one.

BreakABone

05-14-2010, 08:57 PM

http://dl.dropbox.com/u/113726/Nerds on the Rocks 3.mp3

Ladies and gentlemen, we are just a TAD late this week, but finally after two recordings, The Nerds have returned.

This week Tony Stark joins the Nerds for a drink, and we promise he won't be dancing this time! Also, we look at the recent resurgence of 3D, but we all dream for a Holodeck. Finally, Cocktail Chatter ends the night before we give our last call. Some like it shaken, some like it stirred, but everyone loves their Nerds on the Rocks.

thatmariolover

05-14-2010, 09:12 PM

I did include a warning in the audio, but if you want to skip the IM2 talk, go to 27 minutes in.

Teuthida

05-14-2010, 10:14 PM

Good show. In the beginning I was like "Oh, Xantar's doing an accent for the intro....wait....he's staying with it....did he sound like that last ep...." Should develop that persona. Though would be kind of funny if sounded completely different for each episode.

KillerGremlin

05-15-2010, 04:11 AM

It gets better with each week!

Iron Man II...1 thumb up....Nerds on the Rock...2 thumbs up!

Count Xantar was good, and I forgot how BaB sounds. I'll see if I can get skype going with BaB and someday I wouldn't mind contributing.

KillerGremlin

05-15-2010, 04:16 AM

Also...I'm glad I'm not the only one who caught the scene from the trailer that wasn't in the movie. I mean what the fuck!

KillerGremlin

05-15-2010, 04:31 AM

Aww and no one made a comment on Jon Favreau's self-masturbation super cameo?

Xantar

05-15-2010, 09:36 AM

People kept saying I didn't sound like what they thought Xantar sounded like last week, so I decided to fix that. I did say that I was drunk and acting like an IGN editor last time, so I'm not sure why it surprised anyone.

Aww and no one made a comment on Jon Favreau's self-masturbation super cameo?

To be honest, I had no idea it was him until long afterward. I guess director's prerogative allows him to put his head in between Scarlett Johannson's legs.

Teuthida

05-17-2010, 09:39 AM

BreakABone

05-18-2010, 01:14 AM

Dunno if you guys recorded yet but I gave up waiting for the logo to be updated on itunes and I uploaded the latest logo on DeviantArt to a group I belong to to raise money via commissions for this dude's cancer treatment. So that should get you guys a number of new listeners...hopefully. Would be nice if you could mention the organization on the show some time. Help each other out and such. http://screw-chads-cancer.deviantart.com/

This is a pretty sweet cause, and I hope they remember to mention if not, shall record something to place at the beginning.

Also, what is the current staff looking like?
I know Magus isn't back until late Tuesday night so probably won't be around.
Xantar is around.
Moogle has expressed interest in doing it.
ThatMarioLover?

TheSlyMoogle

05-18-2010, 01:47 AM

wait if you guys are doing it on tuesday I cannot do it. Maybe next episode as I'll definitely be free for tuesday.

Uhm I can do it from like 5pm to 11 pm on wednesday and thursday, and friday after 11 PM. This is all EST

thatmariolover

05-18-2010, 10:19 AM

I'll be there if there's a slot.

Default

05-18-2010, 06:39 PM

Just finished catching up on all the 'casts, and must say that you guys are doing an awesome job. The sweet-spot definitly seems to be around :45 to an hour - easy listenin and a good amount of discussion.

magus113

05-19-2010, 02:09 AM

I'm in for Wednesday or Thursday night after the gym!

That's right motherfuckers.

I'm back.

Angrist

05-19-2010, 09:56 AM

Who's the one that sounds like Cartman? :D

Edit: The name works, in the last weeks I assumed Nerd on the Rocks was a new TV show.

thatmariolover

05-19-2010, 10:28 AM

Who's the one that sounds like Cartman? :D

Edit: The name works, in the last weeks I assumed Nerd on the Rocks was a new TV show.

Ha, not sure which of us you mean.

I was really frustrated with my mic because I felt like it kept picking up my consonants and I sounded like I had a lisp. Different mic maybe, or at least add a filter.

Angrist

05-19-2010, 10:33 AM

thatmariolover

05-19-2010, 10:36 AM

Apparently I meant Earl. :p
(BTW, I don't really follow South Park, so I might have gotten it wrong.)

Anyway, that was a pretty good podcast. :) Perhaps next time you could focus on more topics, and not spend 20 minutes talking about the same thing.

I have a feeling this is going to be a learning experience and we'll try out a few formats before settling on something. But I agree, smaller segments would be easier to swallow.

Default

05-19-2010, 04:15 PM

Edit: The name works, in the last weeks I assumed Nerd on the Rocks was a new TV show.

After reading that, Nerd on the Rocks (singular) sounds better, imo. I dunno, comes off of the tongue easier and fits the standard drink format

Bond

05-19-2010, 04:48 PM

I should be around if you need another host.

BreakABone

05-19-2010, 11:12 PM

I didn't know I sounded like cartman, don't think I've ever gotten that one.

As for the name, Nerd/Nerds, I guess it depends on your taste. Either works for me, but since more than one person, I think prefer Nerds.

And segments, I generally framed it this way because you may not have enough content for an hour long discussion, like this week, we hardly have anything (?)

Teuthida

05-20-2010, 06:12 AM

For content just skim any comic, movie, or game site for news and pick a couple that have an opinion about.

This week Nathan Fillion has been rumored to be playing Ant-Man in Edgar Wright's new movie. (OMG!) You could have a new segment called Rumor Brew or The Rumor Brewery.

Can talk about the trailer for The Cape.

Earl, you can go on and talk about seeing Kevin Conroy and maybe get into some talk about Arkham 2...and it's connection to a 16-year-old girl's birthday party.

If there are any TV shows that all the hosts of that particular week watch you could talk about that.

I don't follow game news...there has to be something worth talking about. Release of some new game?

There's always technology and science talk if anyone is interested in a new device or discovery.

Xantar

05-20-2010, 11:39 AM

Perhaps next time you could focus on more topics, and not spend 20 minutes talking about the same thing.

With all due respect, I think that's a mistake. I could see us adding one more topic for a total of three topics plus cocktail chatter, but not more than that. I don't see anything wrong with discussing a single topic for 20 minutes. It allows us to get into the subject and really explore all the aspects. If we just try to run through a lot of topics, we're not going to have much of interest to say.

Default

05-20-2010, 12:46 PM

With all due respect, I think that's a mistake. I could see us adding one more topic for a total of three topics plus cocktail chatter, but not more than that. I don't see anything wrong with discussing a single topic for 20 minutes. It allows us to get into the subject and really explore all the aspects. If we just try to run through a lot of topics, we're not going to have much of interest to say.

This. Perspective and discussion over a news rundown. However, if you guys decide to make a longer 'cast, then there's always the possibility of a news segment where, for however long, someone goes through popular news of the week or whatever

Angrist

05-21-2010, 07:02 AM

Maybe you're right. Perhaps I should just have seen IM2.

TheSlyMoogle

05-22-2010, 12:03 AM

Yeah sorry I missed tonight. I ended up getting caught in a lot of stuff. I'm in the process of moving :(

BreakABone

05-31-2010, 12:28 PM

http://moarlightsabers.files.wordpress.com/2009/04/anteater.jpg

Dual Wielding is GT's newest podcast (because the first one is on such a great schedule :lolz: )

This is a more gaming-centric podcast that stars Uber_Paddler, Default and soccerant as they take you through the week in gaming.

This week, the gunslingers take us on a magical journey to the far reaches of space in Super Mario Galaxy, go Super in Street Fighter IV and look at things that go bump in the night with Alan Wake. In news, they cover the latest rumors about Project Natal, the announcement of Sonic Colors and of course the keytar. Finally, our hosts share their earliest gaming memories and even some nightmares. The guns are cocked and firing on all cylinders, let's get ready to Dual Wield.

http://dl.dropbox.com/u/6316931/DualWielding1.mp3

Default

05-31-2010, 04:28 PM

Nice! Turned out great for our first go. Great hosting/editing on Anthony's part, in particular.

Much thanks to BaB for setting this up

Xantar

05-31-2010, 04:54 PM

Somebody was fiddling with a very loud mic throughout most of the podcast. Might want to look into that.

Teuthida

05-31-2010, 06:39 PM

Might be the best sounding first ep of a podcast I've heard. And from the time you recorded to when it came out was super quick...edited and all all too. Hmm, didn't Nerds record at the same time.....

Sadly won't be listening much since I'm not much of a gamer anymore. Did enjoy the Sonic 2 and Pokemon talk though.

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BreakABone

05-31-2010, 07:43 PM

My thoughts on it, it was a solid attempt at a first episode.

Like with Nerds on the Rocks, some technical issues hampered the episode.

SoccerAnt's mic was a bit odd, sounded like was fidgeting with it the entire time.
Uber still sounds a bit hollow when he speaks.
I think Default sounded fine.

Segments just kind of ended. People would finish a sentence and then music would play. I found that a bit odd.

The first segment was a bit of a drag, as it seems like not everyone played the other's game, which I think is fine, but next time I think should share what games talking about ahead of time so the other 2-3 can do some research and have a general idea about the game.

I thought the second segment really picked up as they started interacting more often, it it flowed better.

And by the 3rd segment, they really seemed to hit their groove. I expect more of that interaction during the whole cast.

As for personal criticisms, I guess just Uber has a tendency to be quiet for extended periods of time, I know don't want to talk over people nor want to talk nonsense, but there were stretches were almost forgot he was in the podcast.

I think Soccerant works well as the host, and he seemed to keep everyone on track. I think there was like one instance where he cut Uber off when was making a point and kind of forced to move onto a new conversation.

Default, again spoke a lot quieter than expected, but other than that was fine.

All in all, I enjoyed it.

Also dug the music, and the fade in at the beginning. Yes, I realize slightly bias since I picked all the tracks, but still.

BreakABone

06-01-2010, 09:40 PM

Instead of having folks suffer through 2 pre-e3 discussion podcasts, I figured we just combine the two podcasts, perhaps for the next 2-3 podcasts. Pre-e3 discussion, one on the conferences and maybe one on impressions/the show.

Anyhow, due to scheduling gonna try and get this set-up for tomorrow night (Wedn June 2nd), but it won't go live until Sunday (I hope)

So far the cast who can possibly show and Skype name
Magus- scarz0ftime
Xantar Xantarcube
Uber_Paddler- Uber_paddler
Default- mikedefault
Soccerant- soccerant1

If you folks want to coordinate a time and stuff in here.

Xantar

06-01-2010, 09:43 PM

Magus and I had been kind of thinking tomorrow (Wednesday) at 8 EST would work best. If that time doesn't work out you'll have to go without me (which isn't a disaster. I'll just hate to miss it).

magus113

06-01-2010, 11:35 PM

Like Xantar said, I'm down. I'll get to adding the Skype names around now

uber_paddler

06-01-2010, 11:57 PM

I'll be around all evening.

magus113

06-02-2010, 01:40 AM

At long last, Nerds on the Rocks Episode 4 is up and ready to go. Check your podcast subscriptions on iTunes

OR

take a gander at http://www.nerdsontherocks.com and you'll see some big changes.

NerdsontheRocks.com is going to be a place where new content and news will be updated, as well as Dual Wielding entries! The episodes of Nerds on the Rocks and Dual Wielding will be available for direct download from there, as well as links to subscribe to these podcasts in iTunes!

Dual Wielding is pending iTunes submission on a logo from our good buddy Teuthida whose also taking care of some other artwork for the website in general.

So on to episode 4!

After a two week break, The Nerds are back. In this episode, The Nerds tackle the grueling subject of video game movies. Just why are they so bad? Then they look at the shows that had their last giddy up in this past year. Finally, cocktail chatter brings all us news of inflatable karts. So tie yourself to the bar stool because we don’t want you falling off after a round of Nerds on the Rocks.

http://nerdsontherocks.com/?p=28

Teuthida

06-02-2010, 01:55 AM

About 3/4 through so far.

The Legend of Chun-li is so bad it's...well bad...but it's funny bad. Worth watching for Chris Klein's overacting.

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Got the idea for the DW logo all thought out. Just got to finish some paying work first...unless you know, you guys pay me....

magus113

06-02-2010, 02:01 AM

Xantar

06-02-2010, 01:19 PM

Links mentioned in the podcast:

A report on working conditions in a Chinese factory making Microsoft mice (http://www.nlcnet.org/reports?id=0034)

I called Jeff Zucker an "embolitic coprophage." Wikipedia entries for embolism (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Embolism) and coprophagia (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coprophagia).

Also, why oh why do I sound least like Keith Olbermann when I'm trying my very best to imitate him? Acting fail. I'm going to have to work on that. Fortunately, you guys aren't going to have to put up with that for the next podcast.

soccerant

06-02-2010, 05:09 PM

I won't be able to make it...I get home from work at 6:30 PST/9:30 EST. I'll look forward to hearing it though.

BreakABone

06-02-2010, 06:22 PM

Okay so right now the cast looks like it will be

Xantar, Magus, Uber and Carnage?

Who's skype name is.... jraggy

The format shall be pretty simple I think

maybe 5-10 minutes or so on each of the big three's conference

Microsoft
Project Natal
Halo Reach
Gears of War 3
Fables 3
Peter Molyneux next project/Milo (more thoughts on what has become of that tech)
Call of Duty: Black Ops
Hulu on XBL?
Big Surprises?
Exclusives?

Sony
PS Move
Games
Do you expect more hardcore stuff like SOCOM
Price? Launch Date?
PSN Premium Service?
Gran Turismo 5
Will we see a new Twisted Metal?
What do you expect from Naughty Dogs?
PSP
PSP 2
3D
Will Jax or Sly Cooper make their HD debut?

Nintendo
Zelda
Vitality Sensor
Metroid: Other M
Wii Party
Where's Retro?
Do we expect Mario to have a role.
3DS
Golden Sun
Pokemon Black/White
Brain Training/Layton
WiiWare/Virtual Console
Pikmin? F-Zero? starFox? Donkey Kong? Mario Party?
Rumors of an Epic Mickey Redesign
Will they have any major 3rd party surprise?

Random Stuff
Rockstar having a minor presence, but a surprise, do you expect to see GTA V
What is Square hyping? Will they finally reveal Kingdom Hearts 3? What console.
What is Valve's big surprise? Half-Life 3, episode 3?
What does Capcom have up its sleeve? Is it time for a new Resident Evil?
Sonic Colors, Sonic 4 and now rumours of Sonic Free Rider for Natal, will Sega have a game for the PSMove launch?

Then general questions
What most looking forward to
What would surprise you
What do you expect

BreakABone

06-03-2010, 03:58 PM

So we had great success with this yesterday, things happen.

So trying again tonight at around 10 EST/7PST who can make it?

Default

06-03-2010, 04:41 PM

Realize this is a bit late, but I can be there between 7:30 and 8:00 if you guys need someone. Have to attend some dinner thing tonight, but will try my best to get out earlier (that is, if anyone else is able to tonight)

uber_paddler

06-03-2010, 05:06 PM

I'll be around yet again.

BreakABone

06-07-2010, 09:04 AM

With the site somewhat up and functional, I thought it was best to stop bogging down the forums with like 2-3 threads a week dealing with the podcasts.

This will serve as a general feedback thread for both podcasts.

And once we get further in the week will merge the other feedback threads.

In this special, mega-sized Nerds on the Rocks/Dual Wielding podcast, the Nerds and the Gunslingers combine forces to talk about the biggest event in gaming, e3. They give their thoughts on Project Natal, PS Move, the 3DS, Zelda and so much more. So pull up a stool, grab a nice cold one (hopefully on the rocks) and enjoy this very special podcast.

http://nerdsontherocks.com/?p=86

http://nerdsontherocks.com/podcasts/notr/Nerds_on_the_Rocks_-_Episode_5.mp3

http://www.purevideogames.net/sound/NOTR_5.m4a

Angrist

06-07-2010, 09:32 AM

That was a good listen.

Xantar

06-07-2010, 09:54 AM

This is the first episode in .m4a format with chapter divisions and everything. There should be a link in this thread, but BAB has apparently decided to make you click through to the Nerds on the Rocks website to get it. It also should be going up on the podcast feed whenever somebody gets around to it. Please check it out and let us know if it works for you because we may stick with it for future podcasts.

I took this opportunity to introduce you all to some of my favorite songs from OCRemix. I'll have a track listing later today.

Angrist

06-07-2010, 10:00 AM

BreakABone

06-07-2010, 10:22 AM

You should really work out who talks when. It was a bit chaotic this episode, and I felt some participants didn't get their say. :)
I'm at 1/3 right now. I'm doing two or three things at the same time, so it's a bit hard to follow everything. :D

Well to be fair, its a bit chaotic because we had 5 people on, which probably won't happen too often.

On the same hand, it makes the conversation seem more naturally when people are talking over each other/to each other. As opposed to, you speak, stop, someone else speaks, stops, responses.

Teuthida

06-08-2010, 12:12 AM

Good show. Might have been my favorite which is really odd since I had no interest in what you guys were talking about. Just melded nicely. Very natural. And sounded like you guys had fun. Probably since before one people would have experience with what they were talking about while the others politely listened. Here everyone had ideas about things that were yet to happen and thus all had the same level of knowledge...something like that.

But seriously, I had no idea there were five people on the show until the very end when Xantar listed everyone. The whole time I thought there were four guys, two of which I had trouble telling apart. Turns out I had trouble telling apart three people. Need to up your accents or change where you pause like Christopher Walken, just something.

TheSlyMoogle

06-08-2010, 12:35 AM

But seriously, I had no idea there were five people on the show until the very end when Xantar listed everyone. The whole time I thought there were four guys, two of which I had trouble telling apart. Turns out I had trouble telling apart three people. Need to up your accents or change where you pause like Christopher Walken, just something.

I grew up in Eastern KY and can do a pretty bitchin redneck accent. Maybe during the next podcast I'll bring that to the table for you.

BreakABone

06-08-2010, 01:03 AM

I grew up in Eastern KY and can do a pretty bitchin redneck accent. Maybe during the next podcast I'll bring that to the table for you.

Does this mean you are signing up for the next one? :ohreilly:

TheSlyMoogle

06-08-2010, 03:47 AM

Does this mean you are signing up for the next one? :ohreilly:

yeah can probably do it as long as it's around 10 PM.

Angrist

06-08-2010, 07:42 AM

On the same hand, it makes the conversation seem more naturally when people are talking over each other/to each other. As opposed to, you speak, stop, someone else speaks, stops, responses.Yeah but in a real conversation, there's non-verbal communication. So you'll see when somebody has something to say. Maybe you could send a typed message on Skype saying that you really want to speak your mind.
Another improvement would be the host asking people specifically. For that he'd probably need to keep track of who knows what.

Also, I believe it's Xantar: could you mute the 'received message' sound of Skype? Having to hear that sound in a podcast is unprofessional man, UNPROFESSIONAL!!! :crazy:

Xantar

06-09-2010, 03:27 AM

Yeah but in a real conversation, there's non-verbal communication. So you'll see when somebody has something to say. Maybe you could send a typed message on Skype saying that you really want to speak your mind.
Another improvement would be the host asking people specifically. For that he'd probably need to keep track of who knows what.

Also, I believe it's Xantar: could you mute the 'received message' sound of Skype? Having to hear that sound in a podcast is unprofessional man, UNPROFESSIONAL!!! :crazy:

It's not my fault! Blame BAB and his sensitive microphone. And just be glad we weren't picking up his ring tone.

Anyway, I promised a list of song samples. All songs can be found at OCRemix:

1. Triforce Majeure by Disco Dan

2. Halo Insurrection by Kirby

3. Black Wing Metamorphosis by lots of people

Teuthida

06-09-2010, 03:38 AM

Think you should add the links to the songs under the show notes on the Nerds on the Rocks website. Same deal for the articles you fellows discuss for Cocktail Chatter.

BreakABone

06-09-2010, 10:43 AM

It's not my fault! Blame BAB and his sensitive microphone. And just be glad we weren't picking up his ring tone.

Anyway, I promised a list of song samples. All songs can be found at OCRemix:

1. Triforce Majeure by Disco Dan

2. Halo Insurrection by Kirby

3. Black Wing Metamorphosis by lots of people

For once, I'm innocent.

I turn off all sounds on Skype when recording so my mic wouldn't pick up anything!

But yeah its something we need to work on for next time.

uber_paddler

06-09-2010, 07:15 PM

I wear headphones whenever I use my computer for anything, so it wasn't me.

Angrist

06-11-2010, 03:25 AM

I'm pretty sure it was Xantar.

BreakABone

06-18-2010, 12:34 PM

We tried last night, but it was difficult to find a 4th.

So we're going to aim for Saturday afternoon or so.

It will be another joint podcast effort in which we look at the big 3 press conferences. Touch on some major 3rd party games and what interested us.

Also if possible, would try and get SoccerAnt and/or Uber on the show since both had the chance to attend e3 and go hands on with some games.

And since we're already here.
Next Nerds on the Rocks, will be a review/discussion of Toy Story 3 and Pixar.

Dual Wielding will hopefully be a more in-depth e3 review when Soccer and Uber are back to working capacity.

So who can make it on Sat and what time works best.

uber_paddler

06-21-2010, 12:55 PM

Well I'm good to go whenever, so whatever works best for everyone else.

Default

06-21-2010, 05:59 PM

I'll be good at least at some point this weekend. Sunday would probably work better, but I'm sure I could manage sometime Saturday if needed

BreakABone

06-21-2010, 10:53 PM

There is a feedback thread up top/stickied, but I will use that to bookmark all the podcast and feedback after the week is up.

I doubt many people would look in the thread weekly to see if a new episode was added.

Last week was a busy week for the video game nerds as the biggest show of the year came and went. We had exciting announcements of new games and new hardware. We got out first real look at the 3DS, Microsoft’s Kinect and Sony’s PS Move. So this jumble sized convention called for another team-up between the Nerds and our resident Gunslingers. We discuss the big 3’s press conference and which 3rd party made this biggest splash. So grab a drink, sit back and enjoy.

http://nerdsontherocks.com/?p=218

As always feedback is most appreciated.

uber_paddler

06-21-2010, 11:05 PM

Felt like it was missing something.

Xantar

06-22-2010, 12:07 AM

Felt like it was missing something.

Yeah, where were you?

Teuthida

06-23-2010, 12:04 AM

The two guys normally on the show who went to E3 weren't there for the E3 wrap-up. *sigh*

Solid show I guess. Once again wish I cared about what you gentlemen were talking about. Though I am considering watching Konami's conference now. And surprised to hear Shadowfox is still alive. It's been years since heard his name.

Think you guys might have the show too planned out. Don't believe there was a single tangent or a difference of opinion.

BreakABone

06-23-2010, 02:30 AM

Just went to get these down

June 27th- Toy Story 3
July4th- The Last Airbender?
July 11th- FMA: Brotherhood
July 18th- TBD
July 25th- TBD
Aug 1st- TBD
August 8th- StarCraft 2 (?)
August 15th/22nd- Scott Pilgrim vs The World (don't know how many people will see opening weekend)
August 29th- Summer Movie Review/Wrap-Up
Sept 3rd- Fall Movie Preview
Sept 10th- Metroid: Other M
Sept- Resident Evil: Afterlife
Sept- Halo Reach

Feel free to drop any ideas for those slots.

Episode on movie bad-asses.

Default

06-24-2010, 02:01 PM

I'm so down for the FMA 'cast if you need an extra someone. I can talk the shit outta that series if necessary (and usually do to nerdy friends who'll put up with it)

BreakABone

06-24-2010, 02:03 PM

I'm so down for the FMA 'cast if you need an extra someone. I can talk the shit outta that series if necessary (and usually do to nerdy friends who'll put up with it)

Then you'll be happy to know I had you in mind for that episode. :p

I think as it stands, I had you, Magus, Takesgiantsteps and Uber as the 4 contenders for that episode.

~Edit!~

Had some ideas while walking about town.
An episode focused on toys. The type of toys you grew up playing with. If you still buy em and the likes.
An episode on computers, like what was your first PC and all that fun stuff.
Cartoons (Well several episodes, wanna do one focused on comic book cartoons, video game cartoons, and general cartoons)
Gadgets and gizmos, devices that have caught your eye or that you own or want.

Default

06-24-2010, 07:35 PM

Huzzah! You know me oh too well :D

Quite like the new podcast ideas, too

Xantar

06-27-2010, 08:29 PM

There's a new podcast up. The topics are Toy Story 3, Violence in videogames, and of course Cocktail Chatter. Meanwhile, Magus takes over his old hosting duties and Xantar vows revenge.

Also a shout out to Default for his "Guile Theme Goes with Everything" thread. We were so inspired that we made up one of our own and inserted it at the end.

I'll post links to the interstitial music later.

Nerds on the Rocks - Episode 7 (http://nerdsontherocks.com/nerds-on-the-rocks-episode-7)

BreakABone

06-27-2010, 08:55 PM

http://nerdsontherocks.com/nerds-on-the-rocks-episode-7

The Nerds are out to prove once and for all that the Guile theme goes with everything! In addition, we also talk about random things for like an hour. We discuss the glory of Lord Pixar, and their latest divine gift, Toy Story 3. We get into the subject of video game violence (only one cast member suffers a fatality during the recording) and as always we end the day with some Cocktail Chatter. Everything from The Superman of Hippies to Ocarina of time Vs Twilight Princess. As always the first drink is on us, and of course its on the Rocks.

Also if you want to read the Toy Story 3 review,
http://www.nypress.com/article-21357-bored-game.html

Xantar

06-27-2010, 10:16 PM

Hmm. I guess I should say it in this thread, then and wait for BAB to combine it into the other one.

Music tracks in this episode:

1. "Combat and Service (Guile Stage remix) (http://ocremix.org/album/12/oc-remix-super-street-fighter-ii-turbo-hd-remix-official-soundtrack)" from the OCRemix Super Street Fighter Turbo HD Remix Soundtrack (it's the 27th track)

2. "Go Home and Be a Family Man (http://ocremix.org/remix/OCR01194/)" by Norrin Radd

3. "Guile Theme Remix" by DJ Barry

Teuthida

06-27-2010, 10:49 PM

Really enjoyed this one, but sadly I had to skip the TS3 talk.

EDIT: Was asked to do a more indepth analysis. Ok reasons why better than the last two. Instead of talking about a certain thing you had a broad topic for which to take sides. That led to an actual conversation with differing opinions. Usually you'd talk about something, everyone pretty much agrees, and then you would move onto another topic and repeat the same format. I think you'll naturally keep improving if you stick to the same folks and get more comfortable talking to each other. Real conversations are more enjoyable than merely having a hit list of things to talk about. Babs had told me you folks would talk while not recording before or after the show. I think those conversations would be more interesting than being overly structured.

And not sure if Babs mentioned the GT talk. In the past you'd mention GT or a forum member in passing without explaining it. Have to assume you have more listeners than the ones here. So prefix item by saying "On our forum at GameTavern.net user so-and-so said so-and-so. Oh that kinky bastard." Or something like that.

BreakABone

06-28-2010, 10:51 AM

http://nerdsontherocks.com/dual-wielding-2-were-back-a-dinosaur-story

So after several weeks away (they count it as 3), Dual Wielding is back. There's a snazzy write-up on the site, but I just wanted to point out that the Canadians call a bagel, a bag-el, what the heck is with that?

REALLY?

soccerant

06-28-2010, 11:37 AM

Quick note, there's a little more of the same mic interference on my end; I'm looking into it.

Xantar

06-28-2010, 12:14 PM

The problem with the E3 podcast is I don't think there were very many places we could really disagree on. Everybody agreed Nintendo won the show. Everyone thought Kinect and Move were underwhelming after the hype and probably wouldn't sell very well. Everyone thought Kirby's Epic Yarn looked gorgeous.

But if you want Xantar to be opinionated, then I think that can be arranged.

As for the GT shout outs, I don't know about the others but I've deliberately avoided explaining them because it gives them a more inside joke feel.

Bube

06-28-2010, 03:18 PM

You know, these are turning into very high-quality podcasts. I hope it manages to get a broader audience.

Teuthida

06-29-2010, 12:17 AM

Surely you guys don't really call them that?

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Typhoid

06-29-2010, 12:35 AM

There's a snazzy write-up on the site, but I just wanted to point out that the Canadians call a bagel, a bag-el

I say "Bayg-l".

How the fuck do you say it. - Because saying "That's how Canadians say ____" is as ignorant as saying "Americans actually say 'yee-haw'" just because of some dude in Alabama - or, if you prefer; like saying "Black people do talk in ebonics."

uber_paddler

06-29-2010, 12:51 AM

You guys are all freaks. Bag-el 4 life!

BreakABone

06-29-2010, 01:05 AM

I say "Bayg-l".

How the fuck do you say it. - Because saying "That's how Canadians say ____" is as ignorant as saying "Americans actually say 'yee-haw'" just because of some dude in Alabama - or, if you prefer; like saying "Black people do talk in ebonics."

Well the difference here, other than the joking is that both Uber and Default are Canadians, and they both represent two different areas of Canada, actually the far east and far west.

So found it odd that they both said it like that.

Default

06-29-2010, 04:07 PM

We're born with it, apparently

From Wikipedia:
The pronunciation and spelling of "bagel" varies among communities. In Canada, for instance, people from Toronto and Montreal, pronounce it like bay-gel, (the correct Yiddish pronunciation) -whereas people from the smaller towns of Northern Ontario and the east coast of Canada tend to pronounce the first syllable as bag-el, as in 'shopping bag' . In addition, some American bagel makers (particularly New England producer Zeppy's) spell the word "baigel", while maintaining the typical pronunciation.

So, uhh, first that's weird that someone researched this. Secondly, so there

BreakABone

06-29-2010, 08:32 PM

First, its never weird when you find something on the internet. I discovered that clowns do more than bring kids joy recently....

Second, just because some of you Canadians got it wrong doesn't mean its right.

And in regards to the actual podcast, its odd that you folks mesh well together after a three week absence and only doing one show. Anthony even remedied my issue with segments just ending, though I guess next time could be done less obstructive :P

And finally in regards to the segment that dealt with Ant and I discussion. I would like to amend my statement, and say that I think graphics category should encompass all aspects.

I mean in the best interest, there should be a category for most technically sound game and most visually sound game, and they don't always have to be the same game. As he points out, games like Modern Warfare and stuff has an art style, but its so "generic" in a video game setting that it doesn't really stand out.

But on a technical level, you have to appreciate something like that. On the same hand, a game like Kirby would never win for sheer tech, but what it does with its resources creates a much more visually appealing game IMO.

So in conclusion, do away with graphics and split into visual/tech

magus113

06-30-2010, 06:20 PM

First, its never weird when you find something on the internet. I discovered that clowns do more than bring kids joy recently....

The new, secret, and deep-rooted desires of Earl everyone.

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manasecret

07-02-2010, 11:15 AM

I am so glad you talk about that epic douche Armond White. Can't wait to get a listen to this.

BreakABone

07-05-2010, 11:45 PM

Instead of two separate threads a week, gonna try one single thread to plan both podcasts.

This week, The Nerds will go saiyan!
Nerds on the Rocks will focus on Full Metal Alchemist: Brotherhood which recently concluded. I mean to make it a bit more exciting for folks, it should also be a general anime discussion.

Question of the Week: :ohreilly: To Be Determined

Cocktail Chatter: The Usual

Dual Wielding
Whatcha Been Playing? The usual gang takes us through the games they've been enjoying

News Rundown: Information to be Added

Retro/Remix Section: TBD

So feel free to suggest topics for both casts and what have you.

magus113

07-07-2010, 12:23 PM

Alright so if Sunday is the recording day for Dual Wielding (usually) then I would suggest for NotR we can record Friday or Saturday at some time during the day?

I know we need to get Default and ze Paddler in on this one since we're going all out on anime (especially the amazing Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood series) so when are people free?

I'm gonna try and get tgs in on it too since FMA is a biggie for him but I can work out a time with him with no issues.