Podcast appearances and mentions of eric diaz

All paths converge on the planet Ghorman for Andor season 2, episodes 4-6. On this week's Laser Focus, Kyle Anderson welcomes Nerdist staff writer Eric Diaz to discuss the beginning of the end for Space France, Luthen's paranoia growing, and Bix getting ever deeper into her own personal dark side. Plus, Cassian wears fancy clothes! That's fun. Miss episodes 1-3? Check that out here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pFxCNeQahDk

Happy New Year, folks! Kyle welcomes 2025 with a discussion of Creature Commandos season one as well as the other recent DCU goodness including the Superman teaser and Jason Momoa transforming from Aquaman to Lobo. And of course, who better to join Kyle for this than Eric Diaz? Nobody.

We're excited to feature Eric Diaz, an innovator who built a cutting-edge company, sold it, and continues to lead its growth. His expertise in cybersecurity, digital transformation, and emerging technologies is shaping the future for federal, state, and commercial clients. Tune in as Eric shares his incredible journey, the secrets to his success, and how his work is driving innovation. You won't want to miss this inspiring conversation! #UnitedWePodcast

This week, Kyle welcomes back Eric Diaz to discuss yet another fantastic comic book-based TV program for 2024, HBO's The Penguin. Why does the show work? What does it make us hope for with Matt Reeves' The Batman Part II, and what other grounded baddies should get a spinoff series?

From balancing cash flow to dealing with every setback that could delay or derail a project, resilience is the name of the construction game. In the 79th podcast episode, Scott Peper sits down with Ryan Blankers and Eric Diaz, founders of Cattlemen Construction, who share hard-won insights from their dual roles as contractors and consultants—true Construction MF'ers who know the ins and outs of managing high-stakes projects.Starting with a $500 million development and moving to their own company focused on QSR and retail projects, Ryan and Eric reveal what it takes to thrive when every detail counts—and every dollar matters. But it doesn't stop there. Ryan and Eric bring experience from all sides, from large-scale builds to single-tenant projects, working across the entire construction chain. They've built their reputation on two core principles: finding creative ways to save clients money and delivering value through partnership, even as the construction landscape constantly evolves.Closer look in the episode:

In this Fanbase Feature, The Fanbase Weekly co-host Bryant Dillon and special guests Eric Diaz (writer - The Nerdist), Don Aguillo (artist – Todd McFarlane's Spawn, Fanbase Press' The Sequels, Ripple Effects: The Deluxe Edition) Jessica Maison (writer, Mary Shelley's School for Monsters), and Chris Thorne (sketch card artist - Star Wars, The Walking Dead, Alien 3) participate in a thorough discussion regarding Interview with the Vampire (1994) in light of the film's 30th anniversary, with topics including how the film explores themes of guilt and loss, how Anne Rice's vampire characters and mythology influenced the overall vampire genre, what these vampire stories reveal about humanity, and more. (Beware: SPOILERS for Interview with the Vampire abound in this panel discussion!)

Kyle once again welcomes Nerdist writer Eric Diaz to talk about one of the two things they always talk about. In this case, it's Batman, specifically the new animated series, Batman: Caped Crusader. Is it the triumphant return of Bruce Timm or does it leave people out in a cold Gotham night?

9:30 AM Bel AirEric DiazJonathan FalconeBill KendallOur Dream Team is made of up normal people that Jesus does incredible, life-changing things through. They've gone through our Growth Track, discovered some of their God-given purpose and have begun to make a difference around here in huge ways. To be honest, all you see happening around Freedom is thanks to our Dream Team. We call today the NINES because we have 38 communicators sharing for 9-minutes each spread across 6 campuses and 13 gatherings.Freedom Church exists so that you would know God, find freedom, discover your purpose and make a difference. We want to help you find freedom from anything that holds you back from all that God has planned for your life. Our mandate comes from the Bible, and we have a few steps we've implemented to make finding freedom simple. Find out more here — http://myfreedom.org/Stay Connected!Freedom Church Website: http://bit.ly/2w8wD4QFreedom Church Facebook: http://bit.ly/2MgOd1c Freedom Church Instagram: http://bit.ly/2PfYkRE --To invest in the mission of Freedom Church, click here.http://bit.ly/2Zm0Nz8--#freedomchurch #iamfreedomchurch

This week, Kyle and returning champion Eric Diaz discuss one of their favorite comics, the once-hailed, once-derided, oft-overlooked Green Lantern. What're the best and most important runs of the comic? Who were some of the major creators? And will the upcoming HBO series give GL some live-action retribution?

This week, hot on the heels of the finale for X-Men '97, Kyle and returning champion Eric Diaz break down the entire season and why it might be the best X-Men media ever outside of comics. What do they hope for a season two, and how can the MCU ever hope to capture this gift to mutant fans?

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In the wake of a ton of news regarding James Gunn's highly anticipated Superman movie, and the new DCU in general, Eric Diaz joins Kyle to talk about the character, why so many other movies have gotten him wrong, and why they're incredibly hopeful Gunn gets it exactly right.

Welcome to the Higher Ed Huddle, a podcast focused on relevant topics in Higher Ed today. In this episode, BerryDunn's Joe Traino and Brian Hadley looking at AI from the faculty perspective. They welcome Eric Diaz, Adjunct Professor at Phoenix College in Arizona. They discuss the positive impact of AI in the classroom and its influence on teaching in higher ed.

This week, Kyle and returning champ Eric Diaz discuss the heyday of cartoons, toys, and governmental deregulation. That's right, it's all about how President Reagan's new FCC policy made it so companies could market directly to children. The upside is it gave us some of the best cartoons and toys ever made. Transformers, TMNT, My Little Pony, Robotech, and more!

2023 is nearing an end, but so too is a cinematic universe. Next month, Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom will signal the death of the DCEU before the franchise's rebirth as the DCU. Eric Diaz joins Kyle to discuss the ups and downs of the 10-year, 14-movie experiment, and what about James Gunn's proposed opening slate has them the most excited going forward.

This week's guest on the Tennis.com Podcast is Eric Diaz, former Georgia Bulldogs player and current coach of rising American Alex Michelsen. Diaz discusses the lessons he learned from his father, legendary college coach Manny Diaz, and how he applies those teachings in his own career. He also details his history with Michelsen, his decision to turn pro early, and what makes the teenager special. Diaz, who's now based at the Coto Tennis Club in Southern California, also explains what a day in the life entails for the players in his program. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Buckle up, Bub! This week's Laser Focus is all about those Merry Mutants, the X-Men. Kyle is once again joined by Eric Diaz to sing the praises of the current roster of X-books from Marvel, as well as why the 1990s X-Men Animated Series is so iconic, and what (and when) they might show up in the MCU. It's possibly our nerdiest episode yet!

Welcome back to Laser Focus! This time, Nerdist Senior Editor Kyle Anderson talks all things speed force with staff writer and diehard DC Comics fan Eric Diaz. How well does the new Flash movie depict Barry Allen's most famous comics story? Does Michael Keaton's Batman belong here? And will we ever see this Supergirl again? Get ready for a deep-dive, spoiler-filled discussion of the movie and the comics!

On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight visit the Lars' moisture farm (AKA Casa Wet)! First in Previously On (2:05), Jason and Rosie pay tribute to comics artist Tim Sale, who tragically passed away on June 16th; then they discuss Kevin Feige's recent comments about the future of the MCU and the early development of both a Wonder Man series for the MCU and a Jon Snow sequel series for HBO. In the Airlock (27:53), Jason and Rosie dive deep (deeeep) into the third episode of Ms. Marvel – recapping, providing lore background on the mysterious ClanDestine (see our Listener's Guide below for more details), detailing the possibilities of the Artifact Era of the MCU, and theorizing on what might come next; then they dive deep (deeeeep) into the Dune Sea to recap and discuss the finale of Obi-Wan Kenobi (1:07:07) – giving final thoughts on the series, elaborating on the role of power in the Star Wars mythos, and discussing what they hope to see from Star Wars content in the future.Tune in every Friday and don't forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button!Nerd Out Submission Instructions!Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?' (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What's coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it?Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rkFollow Crooked Uncultured on Twitter & IGPre-order Godzilla vs. Battra now!Listener's Guide to X-Ray VisionTIM SALE TRIBUTEBatman: The Long Halloween (1996-97) – written by Jeph Loeb, illustrated by Sale.Daredevil: Yellow (2001) – written by Jeph Loeb; illustrated by Sale.Hulk: Gray (2003-2004) – written by Jeph Loeb; illustrated by Sale.Plus Two More Sale comics we love:Catwoman: When in Rome (2004) – with Jeph Loeb.Superman For All Seasons (1998) – with Jeph Loeb.Eric Diaz's Wonder Man article for Nerdist.MS MARVELMarvel Comics Presents #158 (1994) – written by Alan Davis, penciled by Davis, inked by Mark Farmer, colored by Sophie Heath, and lettered by Pat Prentice.ClanDestine #1 (1994) – written by Alan Davis, penciled by Davis, inked by Mark Farmer, colored by Sophie Heath, and lettered by Pat Prentice.If you want to learn more about ClanDestine without reading some questionable comics, check out Rosie's Nerdist piece.We Can Be Heroes (2020) – Written and directed by Robert Rodriguez; mastermind of such gems as Sharkboy and Lavagirl and the Spy Kids trilogy; on netflix.___This year Crooked Media's Pride fund is supporting three incredible organizations that provide community building, gender affirming, and life saving resources to the queer and transgender community. Visit https://crooked.com/pridefund to learn more, donate, and take action.

Headlines aren't your friend often in the blockchain space. Many times when you're new in the space you can be swept up with emotion. Eric Diaz and Kary Oberbrunner share their personal strategies. To find out more, go to https://theblockchainlife.io/

Digitial real estate that costs more than physical real estate. What's up with that? Have people gone mad or is this a strong show of early adopter strategy? Join Eric Diaz as we unpack this enigma. Find out more at KaryOberbrunner.com/podcast

Ignorance is no longer bliss when blockchain goes mainstream. Eric Diaz joins us as we kickoff the new podcast. 

Welcome to 37A! We have a LOT of news this week, some comic book one-shots and series beginnings as well as endings, and the latest episode of Doom Patrol! NEWS @ 0:11:06, starting with three MCU project rumors, all coming from the same source, so take that how you will, but I talk all the comic relevancy and the biggest theories, as well as my own! ETERNALS final trailers & featurette @ 0:25:50, going over the 10 characters as we'll see them in the movie and my own theories! SAGA is returning! @ 0:32:10, January can't come fast enough! Guardians of the Galaxy Christmas Special Rumors @ 0:36:37, what's your guess? Adam Warlock Casting (GOTG v.3) @ 0:40:00 with my thoughts as well as the general reaction from Twitter. Jon Kent Comes Out! @ 0:43:21 I'd like to direct you to episode 29B to hear a fantastic short essay by Nerdist writer Eric Diaz on Tim Drake's own coming out, which was so fantastically eloquent that I feel like it's still relevant enough to link again, now. You can find the article here, too. House of the Dragon trailer @ 0:47:42, which I've been putting off for reasons I think we all understand. NCBD Pull List 0:51:55, featuring the Eternals prelude to the movie, a new Batman Black Label mini, Grant Morrison's last work for DC comics, the Strange Adventures finale, and more! Doom Patrol S.3 Ep.5 1:06:17, talking DaDa Patrol! Admittedly briefly.  I'll be back this coming Friday (but maybe Saturday, I'll warn you now), talking comic book Picks, Titans ep. 12, possibly Doom Patrol ep. 6, and whatever else happens between  now and then! Website/Blog: www.sensationalshegeek.weebly.com  Apple Podcasts  Podbean  Spotify  Instagram: @annawiththecomics  Twitter: @savageshegeek  YouTube: Sensational She-Geek  Patreon Program: patron.com/sensationalshegeek 

Bwah-buh-buh-Bwaaahhh (air horn noises) It's another extra-sized podcast episode on this lucky Friday the 13th! This week had SO much to talk about, I didn't want to leave anything out! We start the episode as usual with the comic book pick list, discussing titles like Mamo, Daredevil, Captain Marvel, and Fantastic Four: Life Story! After the pick list is a special segment on Free Comic Book Day 2021, which takes pace this Saturday, August 14th at your local comic book stores! Pop in during their event hours for a selection of FREE comics, which I highlight my personal upcoming favorites from here! After comics chat is the shows! We have three shows to discuss this week, starting with the premier of What If...? on Disney+. The premier episode was "What if...Peggy Carter was the first Avenger?" And boy, did it ROCK! I discuss all the relevant information about the episode relating to comic history, of course! After What If...? is Titans, season 3! The first 3 episodes were dropped on HBO Max yesterday, and they. were. epic! From a Death in the Family to the Killing Joke to every Easter egg I could find, it's a long, excitable discussion of this first releases from Titans season 3! Finally, I briefly discuss Taika Waititi's Reservation Dogs, another amazing show that premiered recently, which I cannot recommend enough to fans of Waititi's humor and storytelling style. Available to binge the first two episodes on Hulu! Once we get past the TV talk, onto the news! This week's news includes the casts of Netflix's Wednesday, which will follow Wednesday Addams and her parents, as well as Netflix's live-action Avatar remake. While I'm hesitant about the latter for obvious reasons, the showrunners of this new Avatar seem to have a solid grasp of where they're going with the show and it's characters. The last bit of news I wanted to share today involved Tim Drake officially becoming a member of the LGBTQ+ community at DC comics. I found a truly stellar article from Nerdist writer Eric Diaz on why this is an important development, both historically and in modern comics history. You can find the article here, or listen to me read it for you during this episode, because Diaz hit exactly the points I had in mind-- and so eloquently. Major Kudos. The episode wraps up with a brief statement on how Disney's Jungle Cruise is so much like a remake of The Mummy (1999). Trust me, I'll walk you through this one! It'll be fun, I promise. I'll be back this coming Monday, August 16th for another "A" episode, following the new comic book pulls for the week, the finale of Star Wars: the Bad Batch (which premiers tonight on Disney+), and any other industry news or speculation that breaks between now and then! Have a great weekend, stay hydrated, don't be a Karen, and do be sweaty! Website/Blog: www.sensationalshegeek.weebly.com  Apple Podcasts  Podbean  Spotify  Instagram: @annawiththecomics  Twitter: @savageshegeek  YouTube: Sensational She-Geek  Patreon Program: patron.com/sensationalshegeek 

In our final Cystarter Students episode, we were joined by Eric Diaz and Abraham Polonia-Suarez, the creators of City City Bang Bang, as well as Jacob Schmieder, the creator of Varsity Instrument Lights. City City Bang Bang is a company whose goal is to act as a middle man between the government and citizens. Varsity Instrument Lights is a company that creates lights that activate based on the sound that an instrument plays. This episode took place one week prior to their Demo Day, so both groups are very excited about promoting their businesses. In the episode we talked about their experience in Cystarters, more in depth about their businesses and their plans for the future. Thank you for listening and enjoy!

Uncertain on choosing a niche for your agency? Have you ever considered specializing in multicultural marketing? Are your clients losing customers by omitting multicultural messaging? Multicultural marketing is rapidly becoming an important growth strategy for businesses. It might be time you consider specializing in this marketing area in order to grow your agency. In this episode, we'll cover: The importance of multicultural marketing. How can you learn more about your clients' audiences? Are your agency clients drowning in data? I had the opportunity to speak with Eric Diaz and Natasha Pongonis, partners at Nativa. Their agency specializes in multicultural digital marketing agency and works with brands like Charmin, Castrol Motor Oil, and Arizona State University. Several years ago, Eric and Natasha noticed a lack of ads targeted to Hispanic audiences. Realizing these advertisers were missing out on a substantial demographic, they set out to not only help clients expand their reach but to help make the world of marketing a more inclusive one, as well. How Important is Multicultural Marketing? According to Eric and Natasha, the growth of the Hispanic population is just one example of the importance of multicultural marketing. In addition to Hispanic and Asian consumers in the U.S., multicultural marketing targets other growing demographics, like African-Americans, Native Americans, and others who fall outside of the mainstream marketing reach, including the LGBTQ community. Natasha also points out, as the country becomes more diverse, the numbers of individuals in the Millennial and Gen Z generations who identify with more than one ethnicity are also increasing. We have growing numbers of young consumers in this country whose buyer preferences are impacted by more than one culture. Failing to reach this growing group of consumers means leaving their money and their business on the table for one of the bigger companies to grab. How Can You Learn More About Your Clients' Audiences? How do agencies know what a certain demographic will want? The answers are in the data, Eric explains. Determining the data to identify potential consumers by cultural identity takes some digging, however. Many years ago Nativa developed a website that gathered data in a spreadsheet on what Hispanic buying habits, trends, and attitudes. Unfortunately, the data they gained only identified Hispanics based on whether they spoke Spanish. Thing is, many Hispanics don't speak Spanish fluently but still consider themselves of Hispanic descent. The team had to discover new ways of learning about Hispanic consumers by studying their profiles for information to indicate a Hispanic ethnicity. They looked at names, the commonality of products the purchased, and geographic information. Eventually, Nativa turned this site in a more valuable and all-encompassing SaaS tool that helps their prospects and clients learn more about all their multicultural consumers. This solution has proved to be invaluable to prospects and clients alike. Are Your Agency Clients Drowning In Data? Most brands have the data, but what sets Nativa apart is how they analyze and interpret the data. How can a company organically reach multicultural audiences by being part of their conversations? The best way is to just be quiet and listen. Learn what is driving those conversations, where are they taking place, and what are is the ethnicity of the users. Watch strategic partnerships of competitors and learn how different ethnicity's use different products. Our society is overwhelmed with data. We are drowning in data, but we're starving in knowledge. If you can interpret the data that is a superpower. And today, with machine learning Nativa is even testing out AI usage to predict behaviors of multicultural audiences. Eric made reference to Walmart and their 25-year relationship with their multicultural agency. The multicultural niche isn't going anywhere in fact, it's evergreen as the market continues to evolve. Natasha says it's not necessarily about the native language anymore. It's more about cultural awareness. It's about communicating in a very cultural and appropriate way to the demographic you're trying to reach, whether Hispanic, Asian, African-American, or others. Looking for a Payroll and HR Solution for your Agency? Payroll and benefits are hard. Especially when you're a small business. Gusto is making payroll, benefits, and HR easy for small businesses. You no longer have to be a big company to get great technology, great benefits, and great service to take care of your team. For a limited time, Gusto is offering a deal to Smart Agency Master Class listeners. Check out Gusto.com/agency for 3-months FREE once you run your first payroll with them.

In this episode me and the crew speak on the original classic candyman leading up to the remake coming out this year 

In this episode me and the guys speak about the most insane story we have ever seen on Netflix abdicated in plain sight 

Last week in Brooklyn, during an attempt to apprehend Gaspar Avendaño-Hernández, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents shot (https://www.latinorebels.com/2020/02/07/iceofficershootsman/) Eric Diaz in the face. Díaz was unarmed. News of the shooting has led to community calls of accountability. We talk with two people familiar with the case: Carlos J Calzadilla-Palacio and Fabiola Mendieta.

The geeks speak! Gobbledygeek has been resurrected via cloning or Force magic or some shit, and to kick off season 11, Broken Magic author and The Deli Counter of Justice co-creator Eric Sipple has lightspeed-skipped on over to discuss Star Wars: Episode IX - The Rise of Skywalker. After adoring The Last Jedi, the gang approached this supposed final film in the Skywalker Saga with heavy amounts of skepticism--well-earned, depending on who you ask. They discuss the mystical, magical malarkey behind Palpatine’s return; how director J.J. Abrams and writer Chris Terrio are uniquely suited to not deliver a satisfying conclusion; the oodles of fan service; what the film’s final scene means for the legacy of Star Wars; and more. Plus, they talk about The Baby Yoda Show AKA The Mandalorian.   Next: it is January 29, 2020. Paul and Arlo are discussing Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons’ Watchmen for a Four-Color Flashback. I am tired of this world; these people. THE BREAKDOWN Total Run Time: 02:35:50 00:00:00  - Intro 00:02:35  - The Mandalorian 00:28:52  - Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker 02:31:20  - Outro / Next THE MUSIC “Fanfare and Prologue” by John Williams, Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) (2019) “Finale” by John Williams, Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) (2019) THE LINKS “Why ‘Star Wars: The Last Jedi’ Pissed Off Fans” by Matt Singer, Screencrush “The Last Jedi dared to put the philosophy of Star Wars in the foreground” by Siddhant Adlahka, Polygon   “The Rise Of Skywalker, And How Star Wars Is Junk” by Chuck Wendig, Terribleminds   “Rey's revelation in 'Rise of Skywalker' changes Star Wars for the worse” by Chris Taylor, Mashable “How ‘Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker’ Failed Kylo Ren and What It Could Have Learned from ‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’” by Hoai-Tran Bui, SlashFilm  “Rote and Cowardly, The Rise of Skywalker Sets a Dangerous Precedent” by Jeffrey Zhang, Strange Harbors “STAR WARS: THE RISE OF SKYWALKER Has A Ben Solo Problem” by Lindsey Romain, Nerdist     “There's No Such Thing as a Great Star Wars Movie” by Edoardo Ranaboldo, CBR   “The Rise of Skywalker Makes It Clear Star Wars NEEDS Rian Johnson” by Anthony Gramuglia, CBR   “‘Star Wars’: Still With Us, but No Longer Above Us” by Owen Gleiberman, Variety “Proof That Luke Skywalker’s Story Got the Proper Ending: King Arthur” by Eric Diaz, Nerdist “Dark Star Rising: How Adam Driver’s angst and brooding intensity made the world fall in love with a ‘Star Wars’ supervillain” by Brian Hiatt, Rolling Stone “The Rise of Skywalker Allowed Toxic Fandom to Win” by Sergio Pereira, CBR “Star Wars: Did The Skywalker Saga Bring Balance to the Force in the End?” by Hannah Collins, CBR     “The Greatest Trick Star Wars Ever Played Was Making Us Think It Was About Redemption” by Susana Polo, Polygon  

On today’s episode of RTP we talk with Eric Diaz. Coach Diaz is the Offensive Coordinator at Liberty Christian in Argyle, TX. Listen as we talk with Coach Diaz about Football for Life, an organization he helped start, to prevent teen suicide on the Pine Ridge Reservation in South Dakota, his offensive philosophies, and coaching at private schools in Texas. You can follow Coach Diaz on Twitter @CoachDiaz. This episode of Run the Power is brought to you by Just Play Solutions. Just Play provides coaches with football playbook and game planning tools to prepare faster and engage with today’s athlete. Create and organize your playbook with terminology, diagrams, video, and assignments. Just Play has a limited offer for RTP listeners only. Get My Just Play PRO for $120. That is $60 off normal list price. This offer ends June 1st. Get this deal at justplaysolutions.com/rtp/. The best playbook tool on the market! Don't wait, do it today! Learn more at justplaysolutions.com/rtp/ This episode of Run The Power is brought to you by TeamBuildr. TeamBuildr is again offering coaches a free In-season Football Strength Program. As you may recall, the New England Patriots squat up to 90% of their 1-Rep Max deep into the playoffs. If your in-season strength and conditioning philosophy is to "maintain," then you are doing it wrong. You can get the program once you start a 14-day trial with TeamBuildr. Just reach out and tell them that you heard from Rowdy and the RTP podcast or use Code RTP when you sign up for your free trial at TeamBuildr.com

Clarke welcomes Nerdist staff writer Eric Diaz to talk about slasher movies, the legacy of A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET, and why horror movies matter.

Episode 32 – Minimalism, Elegance, and Multipurpose Mechanics, by Eric Diaz Reading performed by Nick LS Whelan. The original post can be found on the author’s blog. The music used is a selection from “Journey of Solitude,” composed and performed by Russel Cox, distributed through OverClocked Remix.

There are subtle lies and truthless paradigms that we have allowed to be a part of our belief system(s).  These ideas have caused us to live joyless lives filled with fear, perpetual failure, and circumstantial faith. In this sermon, Eric Diaz takes a look at some of the "gaps" that we tend to grow comfortable with and puts them up against the truth of what God says.   Like what you hear? Visit www.christway.net.

#105: Get all the show notes and highlights for this episode here.    This episode deals with two topics that are central to the future of business and creativity. My guest this episode is Eric Diaz, he’s a Partner and CFO of two social media analytics companies. We talked about the importance of finding Balance as an Entrepreneur, what’s happening with our privacy as social media continues to evolve, as well as the importance of diversity and inclusion programs in corporate America.   What's inside the episode... - Cambridge Analytica, Facebook, Privacy. Ever heard those four words mentioned together? You probably have. They all lead us to the current issues affecting all internet users today. As the landscape of social media continues to evolve, will the regulations on personal privacy catch up?   - Diversity is more than a hiring term. Over the past decade, many U.S. brands have embraced multicultural messaging in marketing strategies since advertising, like most business models, has also evolved to a consumer-centered inbound practice where the buyer has more control over the narrative.   Connect with Eric on LinkedIn. Or on Twitter   Connect with us @Diferente_Podcast on IG and @AdiferenteLife on Facebook.    Join our Facebook network group here.    If you want to keep up with every thought-inspiring episode, subscribe for our weekly two-minute recap of DIFERENTE here.   EPISODE CREDITS: Created and Produced by Maribel Quezada Smith. Editor, Mauricio Mozo. Original Music by, Keagan Stromberg. 

#105: Get all the show notes and highlights for this episode here.    This episode deals with two topics that are central to the future of business and creativity. My guest this episode is Eric Diaz, he’s a Partner and CFO of two social media analytics companies. We talked about the importance of finding Balance as an Entrepreneur, what’s happening with our privacy as social media continues to evolve, as well as the importance of diversity and inclusion programs in corporate America.   What's inside the episode... - Cambridge Analytica, Facebook, Privacy. Ever heard those four words mentioned together? You probably have. They all lead us to the current issues affecting all internet users today. As the landscape of social media continues to evolve, will the regulations on personal privacy catch up?   - Diversity is more than a hiring term. Over the past decade, many U.S. brands have embraced multicultural messaging in marketing strategies since advertising, like most business models, has also evolved to a consumer-centered inbound practice where the buyer has more control over the narrative.   Connect with Eric on LinkedIn. Or on Twitter   Connect with us @Diferente_Podcast on IG and @AdiferenteLife on Facebook.    Join our Facebook network group here.    If you want to keep up with every thought-inspiring episode, subscribe for our weekly two-minute recap of DIFERENTE here.   EPISODE CREDITS: Created and Produced by Maribel Quezada Smith. Editor, Mauricio Mozo. Original Music by, Keagan Stromberg. 

Subject: Interview with the Vampire (1994) Observers: John Pavlich, Eric Diaz Record Date: September 06, 2013, 02:37 AM Plot Summary: A creature of the night recalls his life story, spanning centuries and of the Vampire who created him. Note: Kicking off the podcast's annual, month-long tribute to Horror films and the Halloween Holiday, Nerdist and Topless Robot contributor, Eric Diaz returns to sink his teeth into the theatrical adaptation of Author, Anne Rice's bestselling book. We discuss translating book to film, some of the story's seedier undertones and the film's continued influence on the Vampire genre, nearly 20 years after the fact. Remember to listen for the preemptive countdown before starting the film on your DVD, and please support the podcast by clicking on the "Donate" button at the top of the homepage. Buy: Interview with the Vampire on Blu-ray at Amazon.com!

Subject: Wonder Woman - Pilot (1x01) Observers: John Pavlich, Eric Diaz Record Date: May 25, 2013, 04:08 PM Plot Summary: An Amazonian Princess uses her super-human strength and speed to fight crime in a corrupt, corporate world. Note: Nerdist and Topless Robot contributor, Eric Diaz returns to examine David E. Kelley's unaired pilot for Wonder Woman. We scratch our heads or shake our heads at nearly every decision or concept presented here. We talk about the comics, violence versus diplomacy, justice versus vengeance and feminism versus sociopathology. Remember to listen for the preemptive countdown before starting the episode on your preferred media player. Buy: Wonder Woman, Vol. 1 - Blood (The New 52) at Amazon.com!

Here it is! Geekscape's 6th Anniversary Party episode! We talk The Hobbit, Spider-Man, comics, videogames and SO MUCH MORE! Guests in this jam-packed episode include Geekscapists Brian Gilmore, Ben Dunn, Eric Diaz, Hong, Molly Mahan, Shawn Madden, Scott Alminiana and more! Guests include Ash Paulsen, Garrett Medina, Matt Raub, Sam Weller, Tom Pinchuk, Coco and Kelly Quinn, Jon Schnepp and plenty more! Gilmore talks about marrying Ben's sister and my wife talks about being married to me! And of course… there are tons of big announcements along the way! This is it! Enjoy!

Subject: Near Dark (1987) Observers: John Pavlich, Eric Diaz Record Date: October 03, 2012, 11:17 PM Plot Summary: Oklahoma farm boy, Caleb meets a mysterious girl who is revealed to be a Vampire. After she bites him, Caleb is forced to join her family of nomadic bloodsuckers and embark on a killing spree across the rural midwest. Note: Celebrating this film's 25th anniversary, Eric Diaz joins me for the other Vampire film from 1987. We discuss clinical vampirism, a few plot holes, blood transfusions and the marriage of Old West archetypes with 1980s' Horror tropes. Remember to listen for the preemptive countdown before starting the movie on your DVD. Correction: In the beginning of this commentary, I mistakenly imply a character is named Meekers, after one of the film's executive producer, Charles R. Meeker. According to IMDB, the character's actual name is Eakers. I merely misunderstood the name being spoken in the film.

Subject: The Lost Boys (1987) Observers: John Pavlich, Eric Diaz Record Date: August 15, 2012, 10:06 PM Plot Summary: Two brothers move to a new town and soon discover the place is frequented by a biker gang of vampires. Note: Celebrating the 25th Anniversary (which recently occurred this past July 31st), Eric Diaz returns (read his article on the film here) and together we talk about the film's influence on other vampire mythologies (such as Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Twilight), the unfortunate death of Corey Haim (he will be missed), the original concepts for the story and the fascinating sequel that almost was, The Lost Girls. Remember to listen for the preemptive countdown before starting the film on your DVD.

Subject: A Nightmare On Elm Street Part 2: Freddy's Revenge (1985) Observers: John Pavlich, Eric Diaz Record Date: October 08, 2011, 11:59 PM Plot Summary: A new family moves into 1428 Elm Street, and their son is having nightmares about Freddy Krueger. The razor-clawed boogeyman attempts to enter the real world by taking over the boy's body and consuming his soul. Note: Continuing the podcast's month-long celebration of Horror films and the Holloween holiday, Eric Diaz (writer for Geekscape) returns to offer his unique authority on this film. We discuss the homoerotic subtext (and text), the first Male "Scream Queen" and the Elm Street franchise in general. Remember to listen for the preemptive countdown before starting the movie on your DVD.

NOTE: Due to limited, server storage space, this episode is a week late. It was originally intended to be released on Halloween, 2010. Concluding the Sofa Dogs' tribute to horror films and Halloween, Geekscape columnist, Eric Diaz returns for one of his favorites, Brian De Palma's adaptation of Stephen King's Carrie, from 1976. It's the tragic story of a shy, teenage girl who discovers she has telekinesis. Is it a gift from God, or a curse of the Devil? And what does this mean for Carrie's future and those who continue to bully her at school? Please join Eric and I as we discuss filmmaking techniques of the 1970s', the works of novelist, Stephen King and the translation of book to film. Remember to listen for the preemptive countdown before starting the movie on your DVD.

Eric Diaz, from Geekscape returns to the show to discuss his favorite television program, Twin Peaks. Also, we review The Strangers on DVD.00:02:22 - John had a Twin Peaks marathon a few months back. The discussion can finally begin.00:08:37 - Eric feels that David Lynch has lost his mojo.00:13:53 - Angelo Badalamenti is discussed, as well as Lynch's dreamspace aesthetic. John manages to bring up Buffy the Vampire Slayer, naturally.00:17:23 - Femme Fatales in David Lynch's work is mentioned. Sherilynn Fenn is so beautiful, even gay men find her hot. Well, one, at least.00:24:44 - Eric recalls the impact Twin Peaks had on him and the nature of television.00:39:00 - Ray Wise gets some love for his fine acting.00:43:40 - Eric recommends the prequel film, Fire Walk With Me.00:48:36 - John and Eric both found The Strangers to be a pleasant surprise. What qualifies as "Torture Porn"?01:03:55 - Horror sequels are discussed, as well as the three big, Slasher franchises. This just in, A Nightmare on Elm Street 2 is the "gayest" horror movie ever made.01:10:34 - Rob Zombie gets put in movie jail, for his hypocritical treatment of the Halloween remake.01:14:29 - Eric and John lament the slow process of their favorite titles making it to Blu-ray. Tony Scott's first film, The Hunger is also talked about.01:26:28 - Buffy the Vampire Slayer: The Series needs to be converted to a high definition release, kinda now. Eric brings up Star Trek.01:30:11 - After a short intermission, the podcast jumps ahead in editing,  to a discussion about the polarizing passion of geek culture and fanaticism. Devon Faraci wishes fatal illness on Alex Billington.01:38:14 - Anger leads to hate. Hate leads to The Darkside. The Darkside leads to stomach ulcers. Ask your doctor. It's true.01:43:33 - John is compiling a list of potential guests he's contacted for the show (David Chen, Neha Tiwari, Elisabeth Rappe, Brian Gilmore, Alex Albrecht, Heather Stewart, Tim Minear). The list is growing and will soon break loose into the city. Hide your babies and small pets! :)The following artists can be heard in this episode:      Crushing Velvet, Moby, Julee Cruise, Angelo Badalamenti, Mark Snow, Joanna Newsom, Mark Isham, Harry Manfredini, John Carpenter, Bauhaus, LaTour, Relient K, The Crystal Method, Nathan Fillion, Paul Oakenfold & Nelly Furtado and Denis Leary.

Eric Diaz, from the video podcast Geekscape brings a unique perspective to the show this week. Lots of frank, dividing subject matter gets covered here in this overstuffed episode, so proceed with caution. Not suitable for children, unless you're really open and casual with your kids. Like, seriously.00:02:46 - Eric is singing the praises of Mad Men. It won some important Emmy awards, so that's gotta count for something, right?00:09:12 - John desperately wants to check out the special features on the Spaced DVDs, even though he's already seen and enjoyed the show.00:11:48 - John is experiencing a love/hate relationship with season one of Eli Stone. The conversation turns into talk of the Green Lantern movie.00:18:47 - Breaking news, Tim Burton was a hired gun on his remake of Planet Of The Apes, which ruined the movie.00:20:28 - John and Eric discuss fan boy-submitted, great movies lists. Popularity goes head to head with actual quality.00:26:00 - Back to Eli Stone. Season two will be arriving soon, but John is almost certain the show had been canceled. Confusion ensues.00:29:55 - John brings up Fringe. It's entertaining, but the problems are still there. This leads into some Joshua Jackson love.00:42:36 - If a show taps an idea really well, should no one else be allowed to expand on it? This leads to talk about Bones. The show has jumped the shark, so John has dropped it. Again.00:46:27 - There's talk of the season three premiere of Heroes. It's not pretty. Thankfully, Hiro manages to escape more or less unscathed.00:56:36 - John gives his play by play on Heroes through his Twitter posts.01:06:24 - John continues his thoughts on season one of Six Feet Under.01:13:45 - Eric explains the difference between sexual behavior and sexual orientation, using the new Buffy comics and the television series as reference material.01:24:48 - Chasing Amy comes up in a discussion of the validity bisexuality.01:34:27 - Buffy gets blamed for the decrease in female membership in the Church Of England. We roll our eyes and scoff.01:45:41 - Eric makes a bold prediction about the Buffy comics. John gasps, but considers it.01:54:02 - Eric praises the writing on the Angel comics, but the art makes him cry.02:01:30 - John closes out the show by lamenting how expensive weekly comics are.The following artists can be heard in this episode:C & C Music Factory, Etta James, Johnny Ace, Dan Mudford & Pete Woodhead, George Michael, Ladytron, Beck, Imogen Heap, Thomas Dolby, Moby, Pete Yorn, Crystal Method, Wendy & Lisa, Stars, Iio, Doves, Gym Class Heroes, Thomas Newman, Lamb, Stereophonics, Sarah Mclachlan, DJ Shadow, Massive Attack, Tricky, The Futureheads, Curve, Marvin Gaye, Overseer, Sinead O'Connor, BT, Joshua Radin and Dead Or Alive.