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Podcast Production, DC Films, and Healthy Eating Jul 12, 2018

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We share the behind-the-scenes realities of podcast management and editing, including the challenges of site maintenance and hosting. Our discussion shifts to geek culture, covering the latest Star Wars merchandise, excitement for the Bumblebee movie, and thoughts on current DC film projects. Finally, we talk about personal health journeys and transitioning toward better dietary habits.

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NES Classic, Go90, and Netflix Changes Jul 06, 2018

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Steve discusses the return of the NES Classic, the shutdown of the Go90 streaming service, and the removal of the review system on Netflix. The conversation also covers the challenges of job hunting, memories of live music, recent TV viewing like Reboot: The Guardian Code and Take Two, and upcoming SDCC Funko exclusives.

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DC Universe App, Toys R Us, and Star Wars Discussion Jun 29, 2018

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We explore the upcoming DC Universe digital service, the closing of Toys R Us, and our thoughts on Star Wars: The Last Jedi. We also chat about our personal summer TV viewing habits, potential Star Trek projects featuring Patrick Stewart, and new additions to the network.

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Star Trek Expansion, PC Building, and Podcast Tech Jun 26, 2018

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Discussing the potential for new Star Trek television series, the technical challenges of early podcasting and RSS feeds, and the components needed for a new PC build. Also covers listener feedback regarding home internet bandwidth usage and gaming setups.

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Franchise Reboots and Legacy Sequels Jun 22, 2018

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Steve Megatron and Mike the Birdman Dodd break down the current landscape of film franchises being rebooted or retconned. They discuss how movies like Halloween and the Terminator series are discarding previous sequels to start fresh, and explore the challenges of managing cinematic universes. The conversation also touches on potential for future television adaptations, the changing nature of comedy films, and the difficulty of rebooting older projects in the current cultural climate.

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Tech Landscape: Privacy, Podcasting, and Digital Innovation Jun 19, 2018

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Steve discusses the current state of technology and privacy concerns, from Facebook Messenger's new auto-playing ads to Amazon's Alexa for hospitality systems in hotels. He explores Google's expanding podcast strategy, Apple's shift to secure HTTPS feeds, and the discontinuation of Yahoo Messenger. The episode also covers California's experimental digital license plates from Reviver and upcoming hardware developments from Intel and Samsung.

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IHOP Rebrand, AT&T Buying Time Warner, and Summer Movies Jun 15, 2018

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Steve and Mike dig into the IHOP rebrand controversy and the internet's hilarious corporate responses. They break down the AT&T acquisition of Time Warner's entertainment division—what it means for Warner Brothers, HBO, DC Comics, and Turner—and discuss the ongoing Disney vs. Comcast battle for Fox. The hosts also cover their recent movie watches including Solo, Ocean's 8, and Jurassic World, plus their current collecting interests in Funko Pops and upcoming comic releases like Batman White Knight on DC Black Label.

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Corporate Mergers and Marketing Stunts Jun 12, 2018

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This episode covers recent executive shakeups at Disney, Lucasfilm, and DC Entertainment. We analyze the IHOP name-change marketing stunt, the approved AT&T and Time Warner merger, and upcoming Looney Tunes animation plans. The discussion also touches on the DC Universe streaming service, Batman casting rumors, and listener feedback regarding toxic internet fandoms and data privacy regulations.

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Addressing Toxicity in Modern Fandoms Jun 08, 2018

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Steve Megatron and Mike the Birdman Dodd examine the rise of toxic behavior and intense fan rage within major franchises like Star Wars, Transformers, and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. They discuss the negative impacts of online bullying on creators and actors, the challenge of maintaining a healthy perspective on entertainment, and the importance of focusing on positive aspects of pop culture. The hosts also touch on recent marketing trends from brands like IHOP and share their outlook on the upcoming E3 announcements.

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E3 2018 Predictions and Microsoft's Adaptive Controller Jun 05, 2018

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Steve and Mike discuss their recent gaming activities, E3 announcements coming up next week, and their predictions for the show—including thoughts on Fallout 76, Black Ops 4, Pokemon Let's Go, and more. They also break down Microsoft's new adaptive controller designed for players with disabilities, praising it as a major accessibility breakthrough in gaming.

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