Podcasts about Max Headroom

Get ready for a rollercoaster of HR drama and economic shade on  this week's show as we unpack a can o' worms, starting with the wild corporate espionage feud between Rippling and Deel, with Rippling alleging Deel's spying triggered a federal probe and Globalization Partners reporting similar shenanigans—Chad says Deel's C-suite might need a total reboot. Klarna's AI avatar-led earnings report screams IPO hype, but its predatory micro-loan model gets roasted, with J.T. warning job seekers to master video authentication as AI interviews become universal. Speaking of AI, job seekers are slamming glitchy, soulless AI interviews, with J.T. urging strategic job hunting in a market tougher than 2008, while Chad pitches quirky Max Headroom-style AI to ease the weirdness. Utah's AwardCo snags $165M and a $1B valuation for its employee recognition platform, but the hosts call it a shiny fix for lousy leadership, doomed to breed dissatisfaction. Trump's tariff tantrum at Walmart, demanding they “eat” costs, is labeled chaotic misdirection by Chad, with J.T. seeing it as Trump's chaos-and-save tactic. The Senate's No Tax on Tips Act, offering a $25,000 deduction, is slammed as a distraction from living wages—only 2.5% of workers rely on tips, and Joel mourns the sidestep of real wage reform. Chapters 00:00 - Introduction and Weather Banter 03:00 - The Decline of Skype and Video Calling Trends 05:57 - Shout Outs and Legal Drama 09:08 - Corporate Espionage in HR Tech 16:58 - AI in Business Presentations and Job Seeking 24:02 - The Future of AI and Authenticity in Video25:50The Impact of AI on Employment27:58Automation in Job Interviews 33:58 - The Future of Job Applications 38:02 - The Rise of Recognition Platforms 52:02 - The No Tax on Tips Act 56:05 - The Economics of Tipping and Wages

In this episode of Perspectives, digital marketing strategist Veronica Costello and tech visionary Max Headroom discuss the complexities of e-commerce platform diversity. They explore the evolution from Magento to Shopify, highlighting the strengths and limitations of each platform. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding individual business needs, debunking common myths about e-commerce platforms, and the necessity of identifying deal breakers when choosing a platform. Ultimately, the episode advocates for a diverse ecosystem that fosters innovation and better solutions for merchants.Check out the article here https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/why-platform-diversity-matters-ecommerce-brent-w-peterson-listc/takeawaysE-commerce platform choice should be driven by business needs, not hype.The shift from Magento to Shopify reflects changing market demands.Shopify offers simplicity but has limitations for complex businesses.Platform diversity is crucial for innovation and tailored solutions.Merchants should be wary of one-size-fits-all claims.Identifying deal breakers is essential in platform selection.Migration pain can be worth the long-term benefits of a better fit.Not all popular platforms are the best fit for every business.Agencies may have divided loyalties that affect their recommendations.Understanding your specific needs is key to finding the right platform.Sound Bites"No single platform is perfect for everyone.""Building on Shopify is like renting.""Platform diversity encourages competition."Chapters00:00Introduction to E-commerce Platform Diversity02:52The Shift from Magento to Shopify05:51Understanding the Limitations of Shopify08:51The Importance of Platform Diversity11:51Debunking Myths About E-commerce Platforms14:48Identifying Deal Breakers in Platform Selection17:55Conclusion and Final Thoughts on Platform Choice

Eddy forces Chris to watch his favorite cyberpunk show that nobody really watched but damn it he remembers: MAX HEADROOM (1987). Darker Hue Discord: https://discord.gg/cSbcdwQaKD

Ever wanted to time travel right onto the bridge of your favorite Galaxy-Class starship? Hey, us, too, but we'll have to settle for watching Max Headroom do it in “A Matter of Time” on this all-new episode of ST:TNGeez . . . NOW!The Enterprise is on its way to Penthara IV for an emergency rescue mission when Worf notices a temporal anomaly has left something behind. Picard tells Ensign Felton to flip the bitch, and before you know it, he has to take a jump to the left (or is it a step to the right) to allow Berlinghoff Rasmussen to beam aboard. Our new friend claims to be a historian from the 26th century here to hang out and ask some questions and generally be a pain in the ass. Picard seems amused enough at the start, but Rasmussen quickly gets on everyone's nerves. He keeps poking around and dropping cryptic hints while the crew is trying to save a planet from the after effects of an asteroid's impact. Rasmussen claims he's on board to witness history, but he just might have an ulterior motive. Will Geordi and Data be able to cobble together a solution that will save Penthara IV? Will Worf get to backhand Rasmussen? Will our visiting time traveller get to make some time with our beloved Bev? Find out in this exciting new episode of ST:TNGeez, Not Another Star Trek Podcast.Even more available at: https://tngeez.com

In Part 2 of our series on the Max Headroom Broadcast Signal Interruption, we dig deeper into the analog chaos that unfolded in 1987 Chicago — a surreal, rebellious hijacking that mocked media itself. We explore the investigation, the lingering mystery, and what it says about how we interact with technology, culture, and entertainment today. Who was behind that mask? Who wielded that fly-swatter? Let's get into it.  Visit our website for a lot more information on this episode.

This month we're back to the mid 80s to talk about our favourite songs of 1986, including thrash metal classics, proto-industrial stompers, enormous pop bangers, massive cheesy 80s soundtrack rock and loads more.We've each chosen our 10 favourite songs of the year and sent them over to Colin's wife Helen, who put the playlists together and distributed them so we were each given a playlist of the 20 songs from the other two hosts, along with our own 10. We then ranked the playlists in order of preference and sent them back to Helen, who totalled up the points and worked out the order.She also joined us on the episode to read out the countdown, which we found out as we recorded so all reactions are genuine.Now, admittedly, in parts we're a little bit brutal to some of the songs in the list as we're three separate people with differing music tastes, but please remember that to be in this episode at all the songs have to have been in one of our top 10's of that year.Bands featured in this episode include (In alphabetical order, no spoilers here!) - a-ha, The Art Of Noise ft Max Headroom, Big Black, The Bolshoi, Bon Jovi, Billy Bragg, Stan Bush, Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds, Crowded House, Cutting Crew, Europe, The Go-Betweens, Bruce Hornsby & The Range, The Housemartins, Hüsker Dü, In The Nursery, Iron Maiden, KMFDM, Kenny Loggins, Merzbow, Metallica, New Order, Public Image Ltd, R.E.M., Lionel Richie, Shub Niggurath, Siouxsie & The Banshees, Slayer, The Smiths, & They Might Be Giants.Find all songs in alphabetical order here - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2SmV87RMDnpidlUpn4m7lU?si=Ssrrhy8iRtCgFXSP9-QXug&pi=p67BZNXETwqB5Find our We Dig Music Pollwinners Party playlist (featuring all of the winning songs up until now) here - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/45zfDHo8zm6VqrvoEQSt3z?si=Ivt0oMj6SmitimvumYfFrQIf you want to listen to megalength playlists of all the songs we've individually picked since we started doing best of the year episodes (which need updating but I plan on doing them over the next few months or so), you can listen to Colin's here – https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5x3Vy5Jry2IxG9JNOtabRT?si=HhcVKRCtRhWCK1KucyrDdgIan's here - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2H0hnxe6WX50QNQdlfRH5T?si=XmEjnRqISNqDwi30p1uLqAand Tracey's here - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2p3K0n8dKhjHb2nKBSYnKi?si=7a-cyDvSSuugdV1m5md9NwThe playlist of 20 songs from the other two hosts was scored as usual, our favourite song got 20 points, counting down incrementally to our least favourite which got 1 point. The scoring of our own list of 10 is now slightly more complicated in order to give a truer level of points to our own favourites. So rather than them only being able to score as many points as our 10th favourite in the other list, the points in our own list were distributed as follows -1st place - 20 points2nd place - 18 points3rd place – 16 points4th place – 14 points5th place – 12 points6th place – 9 points7th place – 7 points8th place – 5 points9th place – 3 points10th place -1 pointHosts - Ian Clarke, Colin Jackson-Brown & Tracey BGuest starring Helen Jackson-Brown.Playlist compiling/distributing – Helen Jackson-BrownRecorded/Edited/Mixed/Original Music by Colin Jackson-Brown for We Dig PodcastsThanks to Peter Latimer for help with the scoring system.Part of the We Dig Podcasts network along with Free With This Months Issue & Pick A Disc.Bluesky - https://bsky.app/profile/wedigmusic.bsky.socialInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/wedigmusicpcast/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/wedigpusicpcast/Find our other episodes & podcasts at www.wedigpodcasts.com 

Max Headroom: The Unofficial Soundtrack: War (Recorded on 22 May 2024.) A new perk for folks who support us on Patreon: A download of “The Unofficial Soundtrack” to “War,” the S1E5 US Episode of Max Headroom. Heather has not heard this yet! Austin has been wanting something like this for years. https://ia903409.us.archive.org/34/items/war-soundtrack-ad/War%20Soundtrack%20Ad.mp3   Using AI tools … Continue reading Max Headroom: The Unofficial Soundtrack: War

Happy Tax Day to those of you who celebrate. We got some Tax Day deals for you. It took less than 24 hours for the guys to shoot eachother with the salt gun. High Strangeness has Max Headroom and a ghost visitor. Plus so much more on a Tuesdee!

Before streaming and scrolling there was broadcast television—shared signals sent through the air for anyone with an antenna to catch. But when something's that open, it's also open to hijacking. In part one of our two-part series, we dig into one of the most bizarre and legendary cases of broadcast piracy: the Max Headroom Incident. On November 22, 1987, two Chicago stations were interrupted by a strange figure in a Max Headroom mask, delivering surreal, unsettling messages in a two-minute broadcast that has baffled and fascinated for nearly four decades. Who did it, why, and how did they pull it off? We explore the theories, the tech, and the legend that refuses to fade. Visit our website for a lot more information on this episode.

Warehouse 13 Fancast Lead Agent Shannon links up with the forever loyal Jinks to revisit the past and Agent Carolyn enjoys the mystery of Claudia's sister while Janitor SP gets to stare at boobies. This week's crew review and rewatch the Warehouse 13 season 5 second episode "Secret Service." The Agents discuss Claudia's need to know her history, the Claire story, how the show missed Artie and Joshua knowing all along, Claudia was always special, if you can neutralize a partially destroyed artifact, Agent "Max Headroom" Ted's relationship with Catherine Bell, how a throuple would work in a Warehouse 13 reboot, how we just saw a Marvel Superhero, all the lies told, the Robert Duncan McNeill dilemma, why to be wary of Shannon's yard sale kayaks, the woo-woo of X-Files and Fringe, Shannon's traffic cone punting, and some great listener feedback. Stay tuned for some bonus clips after the final credits. Thank you so much for listening to our coverage of Warehouse 13. Artie's Attic: A Warehouse 13 Fancast will release Sunday nights most weeks. Email: warehouse13fancast@gmail.com X: https://www.x.com/syfygurl X: https://www.x.com/ocean363 Best place to find SP: http://www.GonnaGeek.com/discord All music and sound effect used on this episode were purchased on http://www.pond5.com Find more Artie's Attic content and other shows on the Lone Wolf Podcasts network at: http://www.lonewolfpodcasts.com Support Artie's Attic: A Warehouse 13 Fancast by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/arties-attic-warehouse-13-fanc

WOW! This is our lucky 13th Episode of rabbitHOLE.  Today's Holes: Philosopher Smackdown Terms of Art Patrick Swayze Flannery explains why analytic philosophers rule and post-structuralism is B.S. Some of them even make cameos.  By the end of the episode, you may wonder if time exists, what's real, if there is beauty, and why is there so much "accidental" wetness in romcoms? The living rooms cheerfully explore soccer parents, jargon, violent ballerinas, and some of Patrick Swayze's best work. APOLOGIES: Philosophy (yes... all of it), ballet, Olympics, reality cooking shows, medical personnel, Plato, youth soccer, announcers, France, Italy, alternative restauranteurs, perpetually tardy people (YKWYA), and of course, Max Headroom. As always, rabbitHOLE is unscripted and inspired by the CREW's real-life rabbit hole adventures. If you enjoy rabbitHOLE, follow, rate, and share it with your friends! DIRECTOR/CREATOR:  Billy Merritt EDITOR: Hill Kane CAST (in order of appearance):  Flannery Wilson Konrad Andrew Brent Kohler Hill Kane Jason Spiro Don Slovin Amber Bellsdale Peg Davis Thea Marie Thorkildsen Terry Armstrong "rabbitHOLE" Improv is part of The BIT Comedy Network. Production Assistance, Audio Production, & Graphic Art by Hill Kane of Raising Kane Media + Marketing. MUSIC: "Shark Bait" performed by Little Kahunas | Produced by Peter Miller ©  Hosting Platform: Libsyn.com "The BIT" and "The BIT Comedy Network" are Trademarks owned by Billy Merritt ©2024, 2025 Billy Merritt - All Rights Reserved Inquiries + Notices + Requests: TheBitComedyNetwork@gmail.com

Max Headroom: The Unofficial Soundtrack: The Blanks (Recorded on 22 May 2024.) A new perk for folks who support us on Patreon: A download of “The Unofficial Soundtrack” to “The Blanks,” the S1E6 US Episode of Max Headroom. Heather has not heard this yet! Austin has been wanting something like this for years. https://ia903409.us.archive.org/5/items/the-blanks-soundtrack-ad/The%20Blanks%20Soundtrack%20Ad.mp3   Using … Continue reading Max Headroom: The Unofficial Soundtrack: The Blanks

John and Scotto review the movie that introduced one of the most iconic fictional characters of the ’80s, Max Headroom: 20 Minutes into the Future. John’s Rating – 5 BrainsScotto’s Rating – 3.5 Brains Downloadhttps://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/archive.org/download/ztoep540/ztoep540.mp3 IMDbhttps://www.imdb.com/title/tt0089568/Trailerhttps://youtu.be/6cVDrhljZBE?si=qrvRjw2Hw2_F1V6ENext timehttps://www.imdb.com/title/tt0422401/Full movie on YouTubehttps://youtu.be/gCgIEgMpspI?si=g4QsHyxmhiH64YWTLizzo To Play Rock ‘N' Roll Pioneer Sister Rosetta Tharpe In ‘Rosetta' For Amazon MGM Studioshttps://deadline.com/2025/03/lizzo-rosetta-amazon-mgm-studio-1236347889/

62.) Good News, Finally! (recorded 29 January 2025) This episode announces the news that all 13 of the original UK Series 1 Max Headroom shows have been recovered, and some fans are starting to share the files! Heather shares the enthusiasm. Austin is very excited. https://ia802304.us.archive.org/26/items/20-minutes-good-news/20MInutesGoodNews.mp3   We encourage you to help with our Patreon … Continue reading 62.) Good News, Finally!

Although it would be more thematically appropriate of us to NOT tell you about this week's episode, we are going to be rebellious and do it anyway—sans mohawk and safety pins.  Andrew joins Ben this week to ruminate over the work punk.  After discussing what they have been up to, debating the importance of a thesis statement (or lack thereof), and sharing their experiences with the game they have both (YES BOTH) been playing, Dungeon Clawler by Stray Fawn Studio, they embark upon a sensory adventure together… in STEREO!  Following the traditional definition festivities, they explore their thoughts and feelings associated with the word.  Finally, Ben talks about Suda51—recognized by many as one of the most “punk rock” game developers out there in addition to being author responsible for a favorite gaming narrative of his.         *** 00:00:00 - Andrew's Crowdfundr ADHD pin promo and the obligatory 2VP theme song Please contribute to Andrew's latest Crowdfundr campaign and buy a swanky “Advanced Dungeons Have Dragons” ADHD enamel pin! https://crowdfundr.com/dragonpin?ref=ab_5eGT0FGiaC55eGT0FGiaC5 00:02:03 - Book progress, a 25 percent different demon, veggies, and many presidents ago 00:04:37 - Ben breaks kayfabe, the Piper Cafe, the Safehouse, price tags, and trading cards 00:06:37 - Verified on Bluesky, Andrew's 2025 call, allies for decades, and Bash the alarm clock 00:09:25 - Thoughts on the thesis, eating children, Substack review handling, and epic poems 00:14:24 - The Hunt for Red October, embargo date debate, and Uncle Chop's Rocket Shop 00:17:23 - Looking at manuals, divergent vs. diverse, symptoms of life, and rewiring the brain 00:21:01 - Autistic trends, a mom's introduction to Rick and Morty, and a claw machine thesis 00:24:22 - Christopher Nolan, Dungeon Clawler impressions, and Andrew describes the game 00:27:45 - Ben wants more stuff, Count Clawcula, thumbs up, and speaking of potato snacks 00:29:35 - In stereo, lining them up in post, the bouquet, the mouth feel, and a mystery flavor 00:31:53 - Aged in wooden tubes, the proof with vinegar, maltodextrin, and the aging problem 00:34:44 - Ben's bourbon belch, she smelled like soup, the comma, and ten points in Scrabble 00:37:40 - The derogatory definition, Ben's Allen Funt impression, and the skipped definition 00:40:01 - Punk sticks, anarchy, being adjacent, punk credit, and getting out what you put in 00:43:03 - The Bumblebee Tuna theme in Ska, the energy, and questionable stuff in Tucson 00:45:00 - Going to the Meet Rack, the condom machine, lubricated regulars, and river rafting 00:47:24 - Not inherently political, Andrew's Portland punk experiences, and The Young Ones  00:50:00 - The Seattle WTO Protests, moving into retail, against the grain, and hybrid formats 00:53:44 - Not Punky Brewster, punk as a suffix, Daft Punk origin, and Max Headroom shows 00:57:02 - The Video Toaster, actor Matt Frewer, platinums, and Ben sells 100 million albums 00:58:40 - Shadows of the Damned: Hella Remastered, not Sudafed, and the games of Suda51 01:01:23 - Punk Rock sub-genres, Franz Kafka game gets canceled, and Garcia is a Mexi-CAN 01:04:37 - Something that happens, expired donuts, mistook it for a Cybertruck, and food love 01:07:30 - So romantic, Michigan, final thoughts, Joe saved the podcast, and formica dragons  *** Follow Andrew / Partly Robot Industries on… His website: https://partlyrobot.com/ On Instagram: https://instagram.com/partlyrobot On TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@partlyrobot On Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/partlyrobot.com On Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/partlyrobot And his TREE o' LINKS: http://linktr.ee/partlyrobot Follow Two Vague on… Our website: https://www.twovaguepodcast.com On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/two_vague_podcast On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@twovaguepodcast On Substack: https://substack.com/@twovaguepodcast On Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/twovaguepodcast.com For show appearance and other inquiries, contact us at: twovaguepodcast@gmail.com -AND-  …for all of your PRI and 2VP merch check out the Partly Robot Industries store at TEEPUBLIC! https://www.teepublic.com/user/partly-robot-industries *** References, Links, and Tags For more information about Stray Fawn Studio's game Dungeon Clawler… https://strayfawnstudio.com/ https://dungeonclawler.com/ For more information about Uncle Chops Rocket Shop, developer Beard Envy Games, and publisher Kasedo Games… https://www.unclechops.com/ https://www.beardenvy.co.uk/ https://www.kasedogames.com/ Check out Ben's review of SlavicPunk: Oldtimer on the Two Vague Podcast Substack… https://substack.com/home/post/p-154373300 Check out Red Square Games and SlavicPunk: Oldtimer on Steam… https://store.steampowered.com/curator/44288282-Red-Square-Games/  https://store.steampowered.com/app/1820140/SlavicPunk_Oldtimer/ Check out SUDA51 / Grasshopper Manufacture's games https://www.grasshopper.co.jp/en/ https://www.shadows-of-the-damned-hellaremastered.com/ #Podbean #DIYPodcast #ApplePodcast #VideoGames #Trivia #Comedy #Talkshow #2VP #TwoVaguePodcast #PodernFamily #InterviewShow #GamersofThreads #Gamer #PartlyRobot #PartlyRobotIndustries #TeePublic #StrayFawnStudio #DungeonClawler #BeardEnvyGames #UncleChopsRocketShop #KasedoGames #GrasshopperManufacture #ShadowsoftheDamnedHellaRemastered #Suda51

This week, Eric and Josh are joined by Emily, they chat about: Emily's Aunt Dayle Haddon (Paperback Hero, North Dallas Forty, Cyborg) passing away, Hanukkah, Funko Pops, Converse, Max Headroom, The Substance, Into The Woods, Eric's Dad, and more! They also mention the movies screening the week of Friday January 3 - Thursday January 9: Memoir Of A Snail, Flow, Maria, Anora, Nosferatu The Vampyre, The War Wagon, 2001: A Space Odyssey, and Heretic!

Welcome to Cyberpunk Cinema – the Definitive Dive into the Dark Future of Science Fiction. I am your host, Anthony La Pira, and I will be taking you on a cinematic journey through the sprawling cityscapes, the crippling datastorms, and the cybernetic implants that encompass all things Cyberpunk.In this week's episode, I will be breaking-down the 1985 cyberpunk classic TV-Movie Max Headroom – directed by Annabel Jankel & Rocky Morton; written by Steve Roberts; starring Matt Frewer, Amanda Pays, Nickolas Grace, William Morgan Sheppard, Paul Spurrier, and Hilton McRae.In the dystopic near future, a crusading TV reporter investigates news stories with the help of a wisecracking computer version of himself.Max Headroom was a cyberpunk film set “20 minutes into the future” that explored the evils of post-capitalist corporatism, the dystopian bleak future society obsessed with media, the pessimism of mankind in a digital age, and the rise of avatars as a new way of life. It's Blade Runner meets Network! Max Headroom was a prescient look at a near future that looks eerily like the world we live in now. Plus, Max Headroom himself became a pop-culture personality that lasted longer than it's short-lived TV series. Tune into Channel 23, the “show that wants to know”, and let's find out what exactly happened in Apartment 42 in the last 60 minutes.So, do me a favor – it's time to access your cranial jacks, boot up your Ono-Sendai Cyberspace 7, and slap on your damn mirror-shades. You know what time it is! Cyberpunk Cinema starts…now!Anthony's IG - https://www.instagram.com/stormgiantproductionsCyberpunk Cinema IG - https://www.instagram.com/cyberpunk.cinemaSignal Fragment SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/signalfragmentSend us a text

Ho ho ho and all that jazz! Christmas is here so be of good cheer More LIFERS you say? Well have no fear! Far be it for us to brag and to boast but we've got Steve Economou and Paul Zamost! That's right, a yuletide visit from The Effigies On show day at the Metro, if you please. Plus, Max Headroom, hissing at the Music Box, and a Family Feud edition of WHAT'S THE BEST?!?

This week on It Was a Thing on TV   First, the year is 1989 and the Max Headroom fad, for the most part, has come and gone.  Next up for Matt Frewer is a comedy where laughter is sometimes the best medicine.  Doctor Doctor ran two abbreviated seasons, followed by a full final season.  The show tackled some very sensitive yet timely topics during its run including AIDS and homophobia, but went away quietly after a ratings nosedive.   Then, in 1968, the song Harper Valley PTA was a number one hit for Jeannie C. Riley.  In 1978, the song was the inspiration for a movie with the same title, starring Barbara Eden.  Three years later, this show came into being with Eden at the helm, about the battles Eden's character had with the PTA of a fictional Ohio town called Harper Valley.     Follow us at all our socials via our Linktree page at linktr.ee/itwasathingontv    Timestamps 0:31 - Doctor Doctor (Episode 517) 1:04:21 - Harper Valley PTA (Episode 518)

The year is 1989 and the Max Headroom fad, for the most part, has come and gone.  Next up for Matt Frewer is a comedy where laughter is sometimes the best medicine.  Doctor Doctor ran two abbreviated seasons, followed by a full final season.  The show tackled some very sensitive yet timely topics during its run including AIDS and homophobia, but went away quietly after a ratings nosedive.

In this episode we're glitching out to the eighties stylings of, Max Headroom: 20 Minutes into the Future (1985). Along the way Paul reveals a dislike for a certain 80s game show, Colin reveals how Paul snaffles his pies, and they both face the end of the world; the eighties way.

This week on It Was a Thing on TV we're going 20 minutes into the future!   First, before this week's episodes, we discuss the future of the podcast here on Place to be Nation POP and then discuss what's to come in the coming year.   Then, we start by talking about one of the biggest pop culture sensations in the 1980s who was an omnipresent personality for the computer generation named Max Headroom.  Not only was Max Headroom a talk show host, a soda pitchman, and visible on different mediums in the latter half of the 80s, but this phenomenon even got a scripted television show which ran over two seasons, a show about a post-apocalyptic dystopia reminiscent of 1984.   Finally, in 1987, the signals of both WGN and WTTV in Chicago were overtaken by two brief unknown signals, both showing an unknown figure wearing a Max Headroom mask.  To this day, there are more answers than questions about these incidents:  Who did this?  How did they do it?  Why did they do it?  To this day, these brief interruptions remain one of the biggest mysteries to occur on U.S. broadcast television.   WMAQ Max Headroom Prank on Mark Giangreco - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KePTSntPRtM   Follow us at all our socials via our Linktree page at linktr.ee/itwasathingontv    Timestamps 0:11 - Announcement 3:30 - Max Headroom (The TV Series) 1:06:00 - Max Headroom (The Piracy Incident)

This Day in Legal History: Max Headroom IncidentOn November 22, 1987, a bizarre and illegal hijacking of television signals in Chicago made history as the "Max Headroom incident." During an evening broadcast of the news on WGN-TV, the signal was interrupted by a person wearing a rubber Max Headroom mask—a character from a popular British-American sci-fi show. The intruder, who spoke in distorted audio while a buzzing background noise played, reappeared later during a broadcast of "Doctor Who" on PBS affiliate WTTW. In the second interruption, the masked figure performed erratic gestures, spouted nonsensical phrases, and referenced TV culture, all culminating in a crude act involving a flyswatter and exposed buttocks. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC), tasked with regulating airwaves, launched an immediate investigation, as signal hijacking violates federal laws prohibiting unauthorized use of broadcast frequencies. Despite efforts by the FCC and law enforcement, the perpetrators were never identified, adding an air of mystery to the event. The technical feat required to override broadcast signals in 1987 suggested that the culprits had considerable expertise and access to specialized equipment.This incident was one of the most notorious cases of broadcast signal intrusion, highlighting vulnerabilities in television networks at the time. It also sparked debates about cybersecurity, freedom of expression, and the emerging role of "hacktivism" in digital media. No further incidents of this type occurred on such a scale in the United States, likely due to improvements in broadcast security and stricter regulatory oversight. President-elect Donald Trump announced his nomination of former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi as Attorney General following Matt Gaetz's withdrawal. Bondi, a longstanding Trump ally, has been a vocal supporter of his claims that the Justice Department's investigations into him were politically biased. If confirmed, Bondi would oversee major aspects of the DOJ, including defending controversial policies and managing federal grants.Trump praised Bondi for her toughness and alignment with his "America First" agenda. Bondi previously served on Trump's legal defense team during his first impeachment trial and has taken high-profile legal stances, including challenging the Affordable Care Act as Florida's Attorney General. However, her tenure has also been marked by controversies, such as accepting a Trump Foundation donation while considering action against Trump University, though no wrongdoing was found.Bondi's nomination comes as Trump plans significant changes to the Justice Department, including possible leadership shifts, and amid ongoing federal indictments against him. Bondi has publicly supported Trump's claims of voter fraud and pledged to investigate alleged “deep state” actors. Her background includes working on drug policy and opioid abuse commissions during Trump's first term and involvement with the Trump-aligned America First Policy Institute.Matt Gaetz, initially chosen for the role, stepped down citing the distraction caused by controversies, including a closed sex trafficking investigation and a House Ethics probe. Trump's choice of Bondi highlights his intent to reshape the DOJ's focus while surrounding himself with trusted allies.Trump Picks Pam Bondi for Attorney General After Gaetz Exit (1)Trump picks Pam Bondi for US Attorney General after Gaetz withdraws | ReutersPresident-elect Donald Trump has appointed Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy to lead the newly created Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), tasked with identifying and repealing federal regulations they consider overly burdensome or invalid. The panel plans to focus on rules that they argue were enacted by unaccountable bureaucracies, guided by recent Supreme Court decisions that curtail agency rulemaking powers. DOGE also aims to propose mass layoffs and identify unauthorized federal spending, with a goal of completing its work by July 4, 2026.Repealing federal rules, however, is a complex and lengthy process governed by the Administrative Procedure Act, which requires detailed justifications, public comment periods, and compliance with legal standards. While Trump could issue executive orders halting enforcement of certain rules, agencies must still follow formal procedures for repealing them. Lawsuits are likely to challenge attempts to eliminate regulations, especially by opponents who claim improper justification or procedural violations.Musk and Ramaswamy's efforts will leverage recent Supreme Court rulings limiting agencies' ability to address major economic or societal issues without explicit Congressional authorization. Despite this, many regulations have firm legal backing, making their repeal difficult. Legal experts predict a wave of lawsuits and mixed outcomes, given the partisan makeup of federal courts. DOGE's recommendations signal Trump's broader agenda to significantly curtail the administrative powers of federal agencies.How Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel could slash federal agency rules | ReutersThe European Commission has closed its four-year antitrust investigation into Apple's rules for e-book and audiobook app developers following the withdrawal of the original complaint. The complainant, who remains unnamed, opted to drop the case, prompting regulators to end the probe. The closure does not indicate that Apple's conduct was found to comply with EU competition laws. EU regulators emphasized their ongoing commitment to monitoring tech industry practices, including Apple's, under the Digital Markets Act and broader competition regulations. The case's conclusion reflects the challenges in sustaining antitrust investigations without active complainants, though scrutiny of Apple's business practices in Europe is expected to persist.EU regulators scrap probe into Apple's e-book rules after complaint was withdrawn | ReutersSenate Democrats have agreed to a deal with Republicans to advance votes on President Joe Biden's district court nominees while abandoning four appellate court picks. The agreement allows the Senate to confirm several district court judges quickly, despite GOP stalling tactics aimed at delaying Biden's judicial appointments before Republicans assume control of the White House and Senate in January. Majority Leader Chuck Schumer's spokesperson highlighted that the trade-off prioritized advancing more district court nominees over the blocked circuit picks.The deal derails the nominations of Adeel Mangi, Ryan Park, Karla Campbell, and Julia Lipez for appellate court seats. Mangi, who would have been the first Muslim federal appellate judge, faced opposition from some Democrats over allegations linking him to antisemitic and anti-police groups. Park's nomination was also at risk due to lack of Republican support. Meanwhile, the Senate pushed forward on cloture votes for several district court nominees, including Spark Sooknanan, Brian Murphy, Anne Hwang, Cynthia Valenzuela Dixon, and Catherine Henry. Votes on their confirmations will occur after Thanksgiving. Other nominees, such as Sharad Desai for Arizona and several others approved by the Judiciary Committee, also advanced. The agreement leaves critical appellate seats open, including those on the Third and First Circuits, aiding President-elect Donald Trump's agenda to influence the federal judiciary. Some judges considering semi-retirement may now delay their decisions, further impacting the judicial landscape.Biden Circuit Picks Derailed by Senate Deal on Trial Judges (2)This week's closing theme is by Johann Sebastian Bach.Johann Sebastian Bach (1685–1750) was a German composer and musician of the Baroque period, widely regarded as one of the greatest composers in Western music history. Born into a family of musicians in Eisenach, he displayed prodigious talent from a young age, mastering the organ, harpsichord, and violin. Throughout his career, Bach held prestigious positions as a court musician, music director, and cantor, most notably serving as the Thomaskantor in Leipzig, where he composed many of his most enduring works. His output includes cantatas, concertos, masses, and instrumental pieces, showcasing an unparalleled command of counterpoint, harmony, and structure. Despite limited recognition during his lifetime, Bach's music profoundly influenced later composers, earning him the title "Father of Music."This week's closing music is Bach's Prelude and Fugue in G minor, BWV 861, from The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I. This collection of preludes and fugues in all 24 major and minor keys was revolutionary, both as a demonstration of the possibilities of the then-novel well-tempered tuning system and as a masterclass in compositional technique. The G minor prelude opens with a flowing, somber melody that builds in complexity, evoking introspection and elegance. The fugue that follows is a testament to Bach's genius for counterpoint, weaving together a single thematic idea into an intricate tapestry of musical voices.The Prelude and Fugue in G minor exemplifies Bach's ability to transform simple ideas into profound statements, inviting listeners into a world of meticulous craftsmanship and emotional depth. It's a fitting choice to close the week, blending timeless artistry with intellectual rigor.Without further ado, Johann Sebastian Bach's Prelude and Fugue in G minor, enjoy. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe

In 1987, the signals of both WGN and WTTV in Chicago were overtaken by two brief unknown signals, both showing an unknown figure wearing a Max Headroom mask.  To this day, there are more answers than questions about these incidents:  Who did this?  How did they do it?  Why did they do it?  To this day, these brief interruptions remain one of the biggest mysteries to occur on U.S. broadcast television. WMAQ Max Headroom Prank on Mark Giangreco - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KePTSntPRtM  

One of the biggest pop culture sensations in the 1980s was an omnipresent personality for the computer generation named Max Headroom.  Not only was Max Headroom a talk show host, a soda pitchman, and visible on different mediums in the latter half of the 80s, but this phenomenon even got a scripted television show which ran over two seasons, a show about a post-apocalyptic dystopia reminiscent of 1984.

Marv chats with Champ and Ace Rockwell about their show Stellar Future Radio, an audio drama about an AI newsreader in the future based on characters such as HAL and Max Headroom, who gives us a news report of things that are going on in the universe.  They talk about the history of science fiction related audio drama, how science fiction is quite often used to magnify contemporary issues, and why some media in the genre is seen as iconic.  Released early due to technical issues with the due episode!  #audiodrama #sciencefiction #scifi #philipkdick #startrek #starwars #cowboybebop #babylon5 #2001aspaceodyssey #arthurcclark #dune #maxheadroom #isaacasimov #hgwells #julesverne 

54.) Max Headroom: The Unofficial Soundtrack: Security Systems (Recorded on 22 May 2024.) A new perk for folks who support us on Patreon: A download of “The Unofficial Soundtrack” to “Security Systems,” the S1E4 US Episode of Max Headroom. Heather has not heard this yet! Austin has been wanting something like this for years. https://ia902907.us.archive.org/35/items/security-systems-soundtrack-ad/Security%20Systems%20Soundtrack%20Ad.mp3   Using … Continue reading 54.) Max Headroom: The Unofficial Soundtrack: Security Systems

This week in Portland startup news, $60.5 million raised by Portland startups, Pitch Latino Portland 2024 names a winner — the crema of the crop — and Bend Venture Conference 2024 companies get ready to take the stage. (Sorry the video kept freezing. Like 5 different times. It's got a bit of a Max Headroom vibe going. At least the audio is solid.) PORTLAND STARTUP NEWS LINKS Latino Founders https://latinofounder.com TODOS Media    / @watchtodos   Crescendo https://crescendo.ai/ The Provenance Chain Network https://theprovenancechain.com Fordje https://fordje.com Bend Venture Conference https://bendvc.com OVF Fast Pitch https://lu.ma/slycvjk3 (Not sponsored) Hat by Altitude https://altitudebev.com/ PORTLAND STARTUP NEWS STORIES 00:00 Pitch Latino Portland 2024 05:46 Crescendo raises $50 million 08:26 The Provenance Chain Network raises $10.5 million 11:25 Fordje releases Code Clarifier 13:10 Bend Venture Conference 2024 competitors 19:00 Oregon Venture Fund Fast Pitch ABOUT SILICON FLORIST ---------- For nearly two decades, Rick Turoczy has published Silicon Florist, a blog and podcast that covers founders, startups, entrepreneurship, tech, news, and events in the Portland, Oregon, startup community. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a startup or tech enthusiast, or simply intrigued by Portland's startup culture, Silicon Florist is your go-to source for the latest news, events, jobs, and opportunities in Portland Oregon's flourishing tech and startup scene. Join us in exploring the innovative world of startups in Portland, where creativity and collaboration meet. ABOUT RICK TUROCZY ---------- Rick Turoczy has been working in, on, and around the Portland, Oregon, startup community for nearly 30 years. He has been recognized as one of the “OG”s of startup ecosystem building by the Kauffman Foundation. And he has been humbled by any number of opportunities to speak on stages from SXSW to INBOUND and from Kobe, Japan, to Muscat, Oman, including an opportunity to share his views on community building on the TEDxPortland stage (   • An introvert's guide to networking | ...  ). All because of a blog. Weird. https://siliconflorist.com#portland #startup #entrepreneur

Sonic # 16 If you have any information on the Max Headroom signal hijacking of 1987, please send all inquiries to Sonicgrams@GottaTalkFast.com. If not, you can read these stories to calm your nerves: Sonic Under Glass The Man From H.E.D.G.E.H.O.G. ----- Gotta Talk Fast is an oral review of Archie Comics' Sonic the Hedgehog. Way past cool. LINKS: https://gottatalkfast.com/

53.) Max Headroom: The Unofficial Soundtrack: Body Banks (Recorded on 22 May 2024.) A new perk for folks who support us on Patreon: A download of “The Unofficial Soundtrack” to “Body Banks,” the S1E3 US Episode of Max Headroom. Heather has not heard this yet! Austin has been wanting something like this for years. https://ia902907.us.archive.org/9/items/body-banks-soundtrack-ad/Body%20Banks%20Soundtrack%20Ad.mp3   Using … Continue reading 53.) Max Headroom: The Unofficial Soundtrack: Body Banks

Joel and Damon are back to preview NJPW's Destruction In Kobe 2024. The guys preview all the key matches including HENARE vs Shingo Takagi, David Finlay vs Yoshi-Hashi, and Tetsuya Naito vs Great O-Khan for the IWGP World Championship. They also discuss Arsenal's Dark Arts, more Max Headroom, DOUKI as Jr of the Year , and we answer your questions.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/super-j-cast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Joel and Damon are back to preview NJPW's Destruction In Kobe 2024. The guys preview all the key matches including HENARE vs Shingo Takagi, David Finlay vs Yoshi-Hashi, and Tetsuya Naito vs Great O-Khan for the IWGP World Championship. They also discuss Arsenal's Dark Arts, more Max Headroom, DOUKI as Jr of the Year , and we answer your questions.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

WE INTERRUPT THIS PROGRAM...TO BRING YOU AN ALL-NEW EPISODE OF THE MYSTERY FILES Get ready to surf the channel waves into another investigation with us in our seventh episode of Season 8 of The Mystery Files with the TV Hijackings of Max Headroom and John. R. MacDougall. Please give us a follow or subscribe to keep up with every episode! Please rate us 5 stars and review us on your preferred podcast streaming service, it really helps! Follow us on Instagram: @TheMysteryFiles_ Merchandise: https://www.bonfire.com/store/the-mystery-files-podcast/ Produced by Logan LaMaster, Tiffany Walker, and Benjamin Volk. Edited by Tiffany Walker Theme Music by Benjamin Volk linktree.com/themysteryfiles #maxheadroom #macdougall #tvhijack #hbo #podcast #themysteryfiles --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/themysteryfiles/support

We know what you’re thinking: Carol Burnett returns for a victory lap as the ramshackle, shambolic final season of “Magnum, p.i.” draws to a close. Also, the opening credits ruin a “Max Headroom” sized surprise! Jason Snell, Philip Michaels and David J. Loehr.

We know what you’re thinking: Carol Burnett returns for a victory lap as the ramshackle, shambolic final season of “Magnum, p.i.” draws to a close. Also, the opening credits ruin a “Max Headroom” sized surprise! Jason Snell, Philip Michaels and David J. Loehr.

Motion designer Steven Tapia shares his fondness for The Matrix, from the fantastic story to the cliffhangers and fight scenes, up to and including its commentary on identity, technology, and humanity. A successful designer who's worked with clients like James "Latin" Clark on Tony Yayo's Pass the Patron video featuring 50 Cent, Tapia is also an accomplished teacher with After Effects & Visual Effects Tutorials on YouTube. In addition to The Matrix, we touch on The Acolyte (2024), Bound (1996), the freedoms that come with freelancing, AI and generative art tools like Midjourney, going hard at that thing that you love, and a little bit of Max Headroom.

Is this the big boom we've been waiting for? Who is Crystal Jenious? And what does Cillian Murphy have to say about all of this? We dream up the answers to these questions and more as we watch Season 2, Episode 10 of Family Matters.Alex Diamond, David Kenny, and John McDaniel heard that the long-running network sitcom Family Matters ends with side character Steve Urkel going to space. And the best way to figure out how that happened - obviously - is to watch the last episode first and make our way backwards through nearly ten years of television.Join our countdown to number one (and our slow descent into madness) in all the places you expect internet people to be:Website: jumpingtheshuttle.spaceEmail: jumpingtheshuttle@gmail.comInstagram: @JumpingTheShuttle / @ThatAlexD / @dak577Twitter: @JumpingShuttle / @ThatAlexD / @dak577TikTok: @JumpingTheShuttle / @ThatAlexD / @dak577Brought to you by Smooth My Balls

Sometimes, you can't go back to your childhood memories. Sarah learns this the hard way this week when the gals chat about Max Headroom (1987-1988). Inspired by the much better TV appearances of said Headroom, the show leaves rather a lot to be desired.Love the show? Please subscribe, rate, and review us here. Also, check out our website: www.seeyounextweekinspace.com and follow us on Instagram @seeyounextweekinspaceHosts: Amy and Sarah WalshEditor: Amy WalshProducers: Amy and Sarah WalshArt: Riley Brown

Hey all I'm on holiday, though I've got a few things programmed to drop while I'm away… including this; a re-upload of this episode from October 2021.   “On 9:14 pm, 22nd November 1987, Chicago's WGN TV was ‘zipped' by a mysterious attacker - a figure wearing a rubber Max Headroom mask. The attacker would strike again, upsetting Whovians in the Windy City.  In this short Tale we discuss the Max Headroom Incident.” Support the show on Patreon for $2 US a month and get access to exclusive content, or Try our 7 Day Free Trial.  Please leave Tales a like and a review wherever you listen. The best way you can support us is to share an episode with a friend - Creative works grow best by word of mouth. I post episodes fortnightly, Wednesdays. Tales of History and Imagination is on | Facebook |TikTok | Threads | YouTube |    Music, writing, narration, mixing yours truly. 

51.) Women Reporting On War A few more thoughts on the reality of women reporting on war, and how spot-on the episode, “War” of Max Headroom is with regards to that story. Heather is on assignment. Austin is a big Brooke Gladstone fanboy. Here’s a link to the WNYC / On The Media story they did … Continue reading 51.) Women Reporting On War

This week we're talking about using a clones, Max Headroom, Vile 21, and Doctor Jekyll. Show music by HeartBeatHero and OGRE. Support the show! Get up to 2 months free podcasting service with our Libsyn code OZONE

1987, In 1987, Chicago TV broadcasts were hijacked by an unidentified figure wearing a Max Headroom mask, delivering cryptic and bizarre messages before vanishing into the static. To this day, the identity of the hijacker remains a mystery, leaving a trail of unanswered questions… Who was behind the mask, and what was their true motive? Check out our socials for more updates!Twitter @MMMacabrePodInstagram: @mondaymorningmacabreFacebook @mondaymorningmacabreWebsite mondaymorningmacabre.comMusic by Kevin MacLeod ~ Moonlight Hall

50.) Max Headroom: The Unofficial Soundtrack: Rakers (Recorded on 22 May 2024.) A new perk for folks who support us on Patreon: A download of “The Unofficial Soundtrack” to “Rakers,” the S1E2 US Episode of Max Headroom. Heather has not heard this yet! Austin has been wanting something like this for years. https://ia904701.us.archive.org/17/items/rakers-soundtrack-ad/RakersSoundtrackAd.mp3   Using AI tools … Continue reading 50.) Max Headroom: The Unofficial Soundtrack: Rakers

What does it mean when a signal is "jammed?" From radar to radio to some cheeky broadcast TV signal intrusions, we look at how signal jamming works. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris opines about the future of mental healthcare in general and OCD treatment in particular. Given the slow but steady, technological development of healthcare delivery in the past 20 to 30 years, it's only a matter of time. Soon AI human-like robots (like Max Headroom from the 80s) will serve as treatment experts, and patients will get themselves better with the use of highly developed and widely accessible, therapeutic applications. Feel free to reach out with any questions you might have to chris@KentuckyOCD.com. If you've found OCD Straight Talk helpful, consider giving us a 5-star rating/review and subscribing to the podcast for more structured help with you anxiety or OCD symptoms.

Eric and I discuss the importance of a good work ethic, missing school to be an extra on a Michael Jackson video, Snowfall, Baywatch, Steve Spielberg's favorite pastry, and so much more. Eric's  IMDB Make sure to take a look at Eric's podcast page on The Op to see pics from his career and find him in a Max Headroom video! Please check us out on the web and instagram and like us and review us if you enjoyed the episode. Theme Music - Tatyana Richaud Theme Mix - Charles Papert

In this weeks episode Christine uncovers the nightmare fuel that is Phrogging. When an intruder lives in your home along side you and you have no idea. Taylor shares the infamous Max Headroom signal Highjacking Incident from 1987.Spank you for listening. Do less God bless. Gloom & Bloom out!

Oops! Thought June had 31 days, but whatevs, #HappyPride in July!

Elon did enough to convince shareholders he deserved his multi billion dollar payout, but can he convince Delaware courts? Meanwhile, Hyundai and Kia invest in North American manufacturing, NIO is ramping up production of its 650 mile solid-state EV, and Volvo got a big win at Le Mans. All this and more on today's episode of Quick Charge! Also interesting: it turns out, most of you don't know who Max Headroom is/was! Max was a fictional 1980s-era "AI" that was known for bizarre, clipped audio and broken, jerky animations of his head and face ... sort of like how yours truly looks in these videos! What can I say about the '80s, kids? You had to be there. Source Links Tesla asks parties in Musk compensation case to interpret shareholders' ratification Tesla Cybertruck deliveries halted amid problem with giant windshield wiper Elon Musk claims that Tesla's always ‘coming next year' Roadster can fly Kia to build $30,000 EV3 in Mexico, unlocking US EV tax credit Hyundai says EVs are ‘top priority' in the US with massive $7.6B Metaplant opening soon NIO's semi-solid state EV battery supplier ramps output as 621-mi range ET7 rolls out Volvo wins at Le Mans – electric semi debunks range myths ahead of 24h Sunbelt Rentals adds electric skid steer to its California lineup Prefer listening to your podcasts? Audio-only versions of Quick Charge are now available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, TuneIn, and our RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. New episodes of Quick Charge are recorded Monday through Thursday (that's the plan, anyway). We'll be posting bonus audio content there as well, so be sure to follow and subscribe so you don't miss a minute of Electrek's high-voltage daily news! Share your thoughts!Drop us a line at tips@electrek.co. You can also rate us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, or recommend us in Overcast to help more people discover the show!