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Joe, delves into the murky waters of online RPG sales. He shares his concerns about a potentially “scammy”/“bootleggy” listing he found on eBay for the 1978 "Star Trek, Adventure Gaming in the Final Frontier" RPG. Join this journey through the history of this game, its significance as the first licensed Star Trek RPG, and its connection to Heritage Models and Dave Arneson. He also discusses the game's evolution into Star Patrol and Starfleet Voyages. The episode takes a turn as Joe scrutinizes the eBay listing, pointing out discrepancies in the book's cover, binding, and even the barcode. He questions the legitimacy of the listing, suspecting it to be a print-on-demand version rather than an original 1978 copy. Joe also explores other listings by the same seller, raising doubts about their authenticity. He invites listeners to share their thoughts on the moral legitimacy of buying such copies and the responsibility of reporting potentially counterfeit items. This episode is a must-listen for RPG enthusiasts, collectors, and anyone interested in the ethics of online sales. Tune in for an engaging discussion that blends gaming history with contemporary issues. Share your thoughts via:
Meat. Peripherals. It is probably the most out of touch, futurist, inhuman way to describe our hands, feet, eyes, etc. But people like Gabe Newell have transcended us. Or that is what they hope since their meat peripherals probably smell like pepperoni. On this episode, Will and Theo talk about a “Parks and Rec” card game (as well as the whole show), bad recommendation etiquette, old parents calling all Internet communication Zoom calls, an “Ebay Find” of a Flaming Hot Cheeto in the shape of a bald eagle on a branch that is selling for an absurd amount of money, Will reads a technology news story about Gabe Newell describing new brain computer interfaces (BCIs) technology that Valve is researching and how it will be better than using our “meat peripherals”. Don’t worry, they won’t hack your brain. They promise! Also this episode, Theo reads a scenario from “r/HypotheticalScenarios” about what you would do if you are immortal and everyone disappears with a far too in depth comment with a full plan for containing all of Human knowledge to breeding a new Racoon society to take you to space.
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With the offseason in full swing, the gang is joined by Erik Spanberg, Managing Editor of the Charlotte Business Journal to talk exactly what South Carolina did to lure the Panthers new headquarters, what that headquarters might look like and whether or not they can build the building in the shape of the Panthers logo. If you're not into the banter, they start talking football at the 10 minute mark, but you'll be missing out on Game of Thrones hate, the panel's top three favorite shows of all time - including the phrase "I'm debating between Family Matters and 60 Minutes" being uttered for the first time in the history of podcasting. Then Erik illuminates the panel on what kind of benefits South Carolina actually gave to the Panthers, whether that was a good move on their part, how Two States, One Team is more of a business model than we think and how much the tax breaks actually gave to Mr. Tepper. And don't think Colin, Josh and Nikki let Erik go without analyzing the financial implications of a new stadium, whether that new stadium is a possibility or an inevitability and how THE PANTHERS ARE NOT MOVING FROM CHARLOTTE. Plus, they'll talk Phil Collins, MLS and Colin gets three uninterrupted minutes to talk about the Hornets -- and it's the return of one of our favorite games, eBay Fun Time! One Day Contract is a proud part of The Riot Network and is powered by OrthoCarolina. Please rate, review, subscribe and tell your friends about your favorite Panthers podcast! eBay Find #1: https://www.ebay.com/itm/VTG-Carolina-Panthers-Logo-7-Windbreaker-Mens-XL-1993-Black-White-Gray-Jacket/132796495544?hash=item1eeb49b6b8:g:ARsAAOSw0c9bq6-I&frcectupt=true eBay Find #2: https://www.ebay.com/itm/Dwayne-Jarrett-Carolina-Panthers-Signed-8x10-Photo-USC-Trojans/280786894231?epid=1601566010&hash=item416033fd97:g:BE4AAMXQXWhRGLMw eBay Find #3: https://www.ebay.com/itm/Carolina-Panthers-Leggings-Small-XXL-0-14-Football-Fan-Gift-Game-Gear/173834230511?hash=item287953daef:m:mW_ck1vkH1R25YHNf3FUrnA&frcectupt=true We wish the Tulsa Panthers well!
Usually only worthless domain names are found when searching on eBay. (At least that's my experience.) But David Kelly uses a secret tip to filter and find diamonds in the rough. He shares that tip, as well as how he negotiated and purchased TopOffers.com for $550 – while normally the eBay platform only encourages you to just bid on stuff you want. In addition, you'll learn how Kelly both actively and passively markets his domains for sale, and how pricing it in one location led to this $10,000 sale.
James and John talk to Vann Baker about the history of Bulletin Board Systems. The eBay Find of the Week is a Picasso Macintosh dealer sign from the original owner. News includes the Safari 4 Beta, Oregon Trail reborn on the iPhone and the birthday of Steve Jobs. Other related links from this episode:Join the website at RetroMacCastMacKids BlogForkbombr: A Brief Interview with James and John of the RetroMacCastInterview with Mike Harvey of Nibble Magazine
James and John talk to Wayne Bibbens, owner of Wayne's Computer and over 1500 Apple computers. Wayne is featured in the documentary Welcome to Macintosh. The eBay Find of the Week is a Wheels for the Mind publication. Other related links from this episode:Computer and Internets: Keeping PerspectiveWelcome to MacintoshWelcome to Macintosh Ning WebsiteOld Apple StuffEngadget: iPhone 3G lines start at the Apple Cube... one week earlyRetroChallenge 2008
James and John are back with the Power Macintosh 9600 as the Retro Mac of the Week. James reports on his MacMania cruise experience, and the eBay Find of the Week is a rare Pippin developer kit. You can view higher quality versions of the images embedded in our podcasts at our Flickr site, and don't forget to add yourself to our Frappr Map and join the discussion at the RetroMacCast Forum. Other related links from this episode: Mental HygieneLow End Mac: Power Macintosh 9600Insight Cruises: MacMania VIIAppleInsider: Ultra-portable Apple notebook to splash down at Macworld ExpoMacworld Conference & Expo
The Retro Mac of the Week is the Power Macintosh 4400. The eBay Find of the Week is a large Apple Logo Sign. News includes Newton-like Mac Tablet rumors and the latest iPhone software update.You can view higher quality versions of the images embedded in our podcasts at our Flickr site, and don't forget to add yourself to our Frappr Map and join the discussion at the RetroMacCast Forum.Other related links from this episode:Low End Mac: Power Macintosh 4400Gizmodo: Apple Macbook Touch Concept and Thoughts on the Newton 2 RumorsGeekologie: Apple Mailbox Mod Is Cooler Than Mine
John returns from Dragon-Con to join James for the first podcast recorded from Macca. The Retro Mac of the Week is the PowerBook TiBook and the eBay Find is a compact flash-based Lisa.You can view higher quality versions of the images embedded in our podcasts at our Flickr site, and don't forget to add yourself to our Frappr Map and join the discussion at the RetroMacCast Forum.Other related links from this episode:Low End Mac: PowerBook G4/400 & 500escribe.com: I sanded the paint off my PowerBookMacMod: White PowerBook TitaniumCheck our YouTube page for the video version!
James and John interview Dale from the Retro Challenge 2007, which recently ended and announced the winners. The eBay Find of the Week is an Apple Prototype Penlite Tablet Macintosh. You can view higher quality versions of the images embedded in our podcasts at our Flickr site, and don't forget to add yourself to our Frappr Map and join the discussion at the RetroMacCast Forum.Other related links from this episode:Low End Mac: Operation FlashBook: Running Tiger from Flash on a PowerBook G468k Macintosh Liberation ArmyMacworld (UK): Apple cans AppleWorks
The Retro Mac of the Week is the Quadra 605/LC & Performa 475, and the eBay Find of the Week is an ImageWriter II that prints grass! James tells his tale of woe regarding his newly acquired iPhone.You can view higher quality versions of the images embedded in our podcasts at our Flickr site, and don't forget to add yourself to our Frappr Map and join the discussion at the RetroMacCast Forum.Other related links from this episode:Obsessions - A Quadra 605 Information SiteLow End Mac: Quadra 605Marco's MySpace Account
The Retro Mac of the Week is the PowerBook 100, and John presents the history of the Apple logo. The eBay Find of the Week is a set of Apple logo wrenches. James & John give their thoughts on a possible end to the Mac mini.You can view higher quality versions of the images embedded in our podcasts at our Flickr site, and don't forget to add yourself to our Frappr Map and join the discussion at the RetroMacCast Forum.Other related links from this episode:Low End Mac: PowerBook 100Macintosh Folklore Radio
The Color Classic II is the Retro Mac of the Week. A rare MacEnhancer is the eBay Find of the Week. James interviews Satta about his stenciled Macintosh art. Finally, James & John discuss some top ten lists.You can view higher quality versions of the images embedded in our podcasts at our Flickr site, and don't forget to add yourself to our Frappr Map.Other websites discussed in this episode:Retrobits PodcastLow End Mac: Color Classic IIInstalling OS 8 & OS 8.1 on 68030 MacsSatta's Flickr PageStencil FestivalThe Secret of Apple Design10 Things We Hate About Apple10 Things We Love About Apple
This week James and John catch up on some listener e-mails. The eBay Find of the Week is an iMac Prototype, and James and John discuss an Open Letter to Steve Jobs and one from Steve Jobs.You can view higher quality versions of the images embedded in our podcasts at our Flickr site, and don't forget to add yourself to our Frappr Map.Other websites discussed in this episode:Dale's 540c Web ServerWikipedia: Power Macintosh 5500Low End Mac: Power Macintosh 5500Rare Apple Logo Cooler/Radio (relisted)Beagle Bros Online Museum
James & John welcome guest Tommy Thomas of Low End Mac. The Retro Mac of the Week is the Macintosh Portable. Our Collection Spotlight is on the Apple PowerCD. The eBay Find of the Week is a very rare, Mac-shaped coffee mug. We discuss great sources for finding old Macs, and we finish with a discussion on HyperDither, a great new application from John Balestrieri of Tinrocket.
The Retro Mac is the Macintosh II, and in the Collection Spotlight, James and John sample some books from their libraries. The eBay Find of the Week is a set of Apple History DVDs. Current events include a rumored subnotebook and the problem of Macs holding their value.
The Retro Mac of the Week is the short-lived Macintosh IIvi. James shows us his Apple Kite, and the eBay Find of the Week is a complete collection of Macworld Magazines. Johns runs down a list of Apple firsts. Finally, James & John review top stories from the past week.
James and John welcome Jeremy Mehrle, and they talk about Jeremy's impressive Macintosh collection. The Retro Mac of the Week is the Macintosh LC, and the Collection Spotlight is on some original artwork by John. The eBay Find is the book "So Far". Finally, they discuss some of the news from the past week.
James and John discuss the significance of the very first iMac. The Collection Spotlight focuses on Macaquariums, and the eBay Find of the Week is a Macintosh Picasso Dealer Sign. Finally, they discuss the top stories from the past week.
James and John discuss Apple's TV product before AppleTV, the Macintosh TV. The Collection Spotlight is on the Apple eMate, and the eBay Find of the Week is a clear-case Newton. In "What's In a Name?", they discuss past trademark infringement cases related to the current iPhone trademark dispute. Finally, will Apple and Apple Corps finally work together?
James returns from Macworld Expo in San Francisco, and he and John discuss the highlights to include the AppleTV and the iPhone. John gives us an update of a previous eBay Find of the Week, his Macvision scanner.