Podcasts about opening1

What happens when you strip away opinion and nostalgia, and let the data decide which fantasy book series reign supreme? In this solo episode, Jim dives deep into sales numbers, critical acclaim, and average fan ratings across Goodreads, Storygraph, and Amazon to reveal the Top 20 Fantasy Series (4+ books) published since 1950, ranked purely by the numbers!From the sprawling armies of Malazan Book of the Fallen to the witty brilliance of Discworld, the emotional power of Realm of the Elderlings, and the titanic juggernauts like Harry Potter and The Wheel of Time, this countdown delivers facts, fun, and maybe a few surprises.Which series earned their place? Which ones fell short?And will your favorites make the cut?Watch to find out — and let the debate begin in the comments!

We've ranked the best in fantasy… now it's time to head for the stars!

What happens when you take seventy years of horror fiction and let the data decide which series reign supreme? Sales, acclaim, and fan ratings all collide in this countdown of the Top 20 Horror Series Since 1950 — ranked not by fear, but by facts.From cursed towns and haunted houses to cannibal geniuses and psychic vampire hunters, this list has it all — and yes, a few surprises.Join Jim from Fantasy for the Ages as he unveils which series truly dominate the genre. You might cheer, you might rage… but either way, you'll probably leave your lights on tonight.

20 movies and shows—mostly movies—ranked from OK to Awesome-sauce! In this episode I share 18 films and 2 TV series from Science Fiction, Horror, and Fantasy released since the year 2000. These are creative, entertaining, sometimes bizarre, but always worthwhile watches for the right audience.I'll give you the year, the genre, a spoiler-lite summary, and why I enjoyed each of them (plus what some folks didn't). If you've seen all of these, then your tastes are disturbingly similar to mine—and we may need to talk.Which of these have you watched? Which did I rank too high, or too low? Drop your thoughts in the comments—I'd love to hear your take!

It's one of the biggest heartbreaks for fans of sci-fi and fantasy TV: a show that begins so strong… only to crash and burn by the finale. In this episode, Jim runs through his Top 10 SFF TV Series That Ended Badly—shows he loved early on, but by the end, left him frustrated and disappointed.From Star Trek: Enterprise to Game of Thrones, from Heroes to Fringe, these are the ones that stumbled across the finish line. Some ended too soon, some went on way too long, and some just lost their magic.What about you? Which shows would you put on a list like this? Share your thoughts in the comments, and don't forget to check the show notes for more ways to connect with us—including our Discord server where the conversation keeps going!

Not every book is meant to be reread—and today, Jim's flying solo to talk about the other side of the bookshelf. These are the SFF books, trilogies, and series he finished once… and will never go back to. Whether they fizzled out, dragged on, or just left him scratching his head, these eight selections are ones that didn't earn a second chance.This episode follows up on Jim's recent countdown of SFF Books He Would Read Again in a Heartbeat. But this time? It's all about the ones that definitely didn't make that list.Will you agree with his takes? Will you clutch your favorite book in protest? That's half the fun. Join the conversation and let us know what you would never read again!

Some books are so good, they don't just stick with you—they call you back. Even with more than 1,700 books waiting on my TBR, these are the SFFH novels and series I'd gladly reread anytime, anywhere.In this episode, I'm sharing my Top 10 Sci-Fi, Fantasy, and Horror books I would read again in a heartbeat, along with a couple of honorable mentions. From epic fantasy and classic horror to space opera and post-apocalyptic survival, these stories swept me away so completely that I couldn't resist putting them back on the list—even if I've already revisited them more than once.Do you have a book or series you'd dive back into right now, no hesitation? Share your “reread favorites” in the comments—I'd love to see how your list compares with mine!And don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit that bell so you don't miss future episodes. Huge thanks to our Patreon supporters for helping us bring you more SFF content every week: https://www.patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges#FantasyBooks #ScienceFiction #Booktube #StephenKing #EpicFantasy #SciFiBooks #HorrorBooks #BookRecommendations #FantasyForTheAgesYouTube Channel Mentioned in This Episode:Geaux Read Books: https://www.youtube.com/@geauxreadbooks Ways to connect with us:Follow Jim/Father on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/13848336-jim-scriven Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/jMWyVJ6qKk Follow us on "X": @Fantasy4theAges Follow us on Blue Sky: @fantasy4theages.bsky.socialFollow us on Instagram: fantasy_for_the_ages Follow us on Mastodon: @FantasyForTheAges@nerdculture.de Email us: FantasyForTheAges@gmail.com Check out our merch: https://www.newcreationsbyjen.com/collections/fantasyfortheagesJim's Microphone: Blue Yeti https://tinyurl.com/3shpvhb4 Jim's Camera: Razer Kito Pro https://tinyurl.com/c873tc2n 0:00 - Opening1:15 - Episode Explanation1:55 - Honorable Mentions4:16 - The Top 1016:56 - Conclusion & Wrap-up————————————————————————————Music and video elements licensed under Envato Elements:https://elements.envato.com/

Some of the greatest fantasy and science fiction series ever written… completely blew the landing.In this episode, Jim takes a hard look at sci-fi and fantasy series that started strong, won our hearts, and then left us scratching our heads (or yelling at the pages) with finales that just didn't measure up. From legendary epics to cult favorites, these are the endings fans still debate—and in many cases, still hate.Which of these do you agree with? Which ones do you actually think nailed the ending? Share your thoughts in the comments—we'd love to hear what you think!And if you enjoy our content, don't forget to like the video, subscribe to the channel, and support us on Patreon for even more Fantasy for the Ages fun: https://www.patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges#FantasyBooks #SciFiBooks #BookSeries #BookTube #WorstEndings #FantasyForTheAges #DisappointingEndings #SpeculativeFiction #EpicFantasy #ScienceFictionWays to connect with us:Follow Jim/Father on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/13848336-jim-scriven Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/jMWyVJ6qKk Follow us on "X": @Fantasy4theAges Follow us on Blue Sky: @fantasy4theages.bsky.socialFollow us on Instagram: fantasy_for_the_ages Follow us on Mastodon: @FantasyForTheAges@nerdculture.de Email us: FantasyForTheAges@gmail.com Check out our merch: https://www.newcreationsbyjen.com/collections/fantasyfortheagesJim's Microphone: Blue Yeti https://tinyurl.com/3shpvhb4 Jim's Camera: Razer Kito Pro https://tinyurl.com/c873tc2n 0:00 - Opening1:10 - Episode Explanation2:57 - Dishonorable Mentions3:58 - The Disappointment List14:50 - Conclusion & Wrap-up————————————————————————————Music and video elements licensed under Envato Elements:https://elements.envato.com/

Zach's been on a reading spree! In this episode, Jim introduces the last 10 fantasy and science fiction reads Zach has enjoyed — with spoiler-lite synopses — while Zach reacts, sets the record straight, and shares three reasons why you might want to pick each up. From grimdark battles to magical schools, from strange new worlds to unforgettable characters, this catch-up episode covers a wide range of adventures across the SFF spectrum.Which of these 10 books or series have you read? Which ones are on your TBR? Let us know in the comments — spoiler-lite please!

Deze week praten Wout Funnekotter, Jurian Ubachs, Arnoud Wokke en Jasper Bakker over de ov-fietsen die storing hadden, de Meta Ray Ban Display-bril, het verlengen van de ondersteuning van Windows 10 en het mogelijke verdwijnen van cookiebanners. 0:00 Intro0:19 Opening1:29 .post15:49 Ov-fietsen kunnen een it-storing hebben20:22 De bril van de toekomst?35:32 Een extra jaartje Windows 1043:29 Het einde van cookiebanners?51:00 SneakpeekSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Think you already know everything after The Girl With All the Gifts? Think again. In this solo review, Jim explores The Boy on the Bridge by M.R. Carey—a novel that both expands and deepens the haunting world of the first book. With shocking reveals, unforgettable characters, and a powerful ending, this isn't just a prequel… it's a story that changes everything.Jim shares why this book completely surprised him, from the authentic portrayal of Stephen Greaves—a brilliant scientific prodigy on the autism spectrum—to the crisp pacing, the humanity hidden in tragedy, and an epilogue that's worth the entire read on its own. If you loved The Girl With All the Gifts, this one is a must.Have you read The Boy on the Bridge? What did you think of how Carey expanded his world? Share your thoughts in the comments—spoiler free, if you can!

Some characters get all the love… but do they really deserve it? In this episode, Jim and Zach dive into the Most Overhyped Characters in Fantasy. From beloved heroes to so-called legends of the genre, we're putting names on the table and asking the tough question: Are they really that good, or is the fandom just a little too obsessed?Don't get us wrong — many of these characters are great! But today, we're roasting the ones whose hype might just outweigh their actual impact. Expect some hot takes, some debate, and probably a little outrage in the comments.

The 2000s gave us some of the biggest names and boldest ideas in science fiction—space operas that redefined the genre, cyberpunk evolutions, and near-future thrillers that feel eerily relevant today. But here's the twist: not every great book of the decade made it onto the Hugo, Nebula, or Locus ballots.In this episode, Jim continues the series by uncovering the real gems of the 2000s—one Best and one Runner-Up from each year—that critics and fans adored but the awards somehow overlooked. From planetary epics to biotech thrillers, from mind-bending hard SF to character-driven adventures, these are the novels that deserved far more recognition than they received.Which of these overlooked masterpieces have you read? Which ones will be jumping onto your TBR after this episode? Share your thoughts in the comments!And as always—don't forget to like, subscribe, hit that bell, and join our Patreon community if you'd like to help support more content like this: https://www.patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges#ScienceFiction #SciFiBooks #2000sSciFi #UnderratedBooks #AwardSnubs #HiddenGems #BookTube #FantasyForTheAges #SciFiCommunity #TBRWant to purchase books mentioned in this episode?1634: The Galileo Affair: https://t.ly/RhmC7Consorts of Heaven: https://t.ly/mhhLtCoyote Rising: https://t.ly/ZbCAWCrystal Rain: https://t.ly/fuuDRDrowning World: https://t.ly/xiXOIEmpire: https://t.ly/HLicwThe Ethos Effect: https://t.ly/_pf26Hunter's Run: https://t.ly/v2MI_Into the Looking Glass: https://t.ly/TAtf5The January Dancer: https://t.ly/JuleHThe Octagonal Raven: https://t.ly/t_Uw-Plague Year: https://t.ly/fj7QEPrey: https://t.ly/PufFcRemains: https://t.ly/ZDZizReunion: https://t.ly/29u7jThe Skies of Pern: https://t.ly/SLikfThe Temporal Void: https://t.ly/n7Wg4Under the Skin: https://t.ly/xT7XiThe Unincorporated Man: https://t.ly/K5VjrVenus: https://t.ly/PURgbWays to connect with us:Follow Jim/Father on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/13848336-jim-scriven Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/jMWyVJ6qKk Follow us on "X": @Fantasy4theAges Follow us on Blue Sky: @fantasy4theages.bsky.socialFollow us on Instagram: fantasy_for_the_ages Follow us on Mastodon: @FantasyForTheAges@nerdculture.de Email us: FantasyForTheAges@gmail.com Check out our merch: https://www.newcreationsbyjen.com/collections/fantasyfortheagesJim's Microphone: Blue Yeti https://tinyurl.com/3shpvhb4 Jim's Camera: Razer Kito Pro https://tinyurl.com/c873tc2n 0:00 - Opening1:45 - Episode Explanation3:09 - Great Sci-Fi Novels of the 2000s18:19 - Conclusion & Wrap-up————————————————————————————Music and video elements licensed under Envato Elements:https://elements.envato.com/

✨ The 1990s were packed with groundbreaking science fiction—cyberpunk matured, space opera returned in force, and near-future thrillers exploded. The Hugo, Nebula, and Locus Awards recognized plenty of classics…but they didn't catch everything.In this episode of Fantasy for the Ages, Jim takes you year by year through the 1990s to spotlight the top two sci-fi novels from each year that were completely overlooked by the major awards. These are the books that readers loved, critics praised, or that sold strongly—but somehow never got the big award nods.From forgotten space adventures to hard-SF gems and dystopian thrillers that deserved more recognition, you'll discover which titles truly stand the test of time, even without a trophy.

✨ Think the Hugo, Nebula, and Locus Awards caught all the best science fiction of the 1980s? Think again. In this episode of Fantasy for the Ages, Jim digs deep into the decade that gave us cyberpunk, space opera epics, and dystopian thrillers—spotlighting the amazing books that somehow slipped through the awards radar.From forgotten alien invasions to near-future technothrillers, post-apocalyptic survival tales to deep philosophical thought experiments, these are the novels readers loved but committees overlooked. For each year of the decade, you'll get Jim's pick for the “best” snubbed book plus a worthy runner-up—and maybe discover some new favorites for your TBR.

Some of the best science fiction of the 1970s never even made it onto an awards ballot. No Hugos. No Nebulas. No Locus trophies, Clarke medals, or BSFA plaques. But these are books that sold strongly, earned lasting fan love, and still hold up with terrific ratings and critical praise.In this episode, Jim digs into the hidden gems of each year in the decade—from 1970 through 1979—spotlighting two novels per year that got completely overlooked by the awards establishment. These are the award-snubbed classics you may never have read, but should definitely consider adding to your list.We'll share why each title matters, what makes it unique, and why it stood out in its year despite never receiving the genre's biggest honors. If you're looking for fresh sci-fi reads that history unfairly ignored, this is your guide.

The 1960s gave us some of the most legendary science fiction ever written… but many incredible novels were completely ignored by the Hugos, the Nebulas, and every other major award. In this episode, Jim dives deep into the data — sales numbers, Goodreads/StoryGraph/Amazon ratings, and critical reviews — to uncover 20 sci-fi gems from the 1960s that were beloved by fans and critics alike, yet received zero recognition from the awards committees.From lost generation-ship societies to dying Earth jungles, from satirical military adventures to techno-thrillers that changed the genre forever — these are the novels that deserve a place on your bookshelf.✨ If you're looking for your next great read in science fiction, start here. Which of these overlooked sci-fi novels have you read? Which one will you pick up next? Let us know in the comments below!#ScienceFiction #SciFiBooks #FantasyForTheAges #BookTube #BookRecommendations #SciFiCommunity #UnderratedBooks #ClassicSciFi #HugoAwards #NebulaAwards #BookReviewWant to purchase books mentioned in this episode?The Andromeda Strain: https://t.ly/oSRIFBill, the Galactic Hero: https://t.ly/WSQ9LCaptive Universe: https://t.ly/QDt01City of Illusions: https://t.ly/qdpMrThe Crystal World: https://t.ly/1XI14Dr. Futurity: https://t.ly/fXTD4The Drowned World: https://t.ly/tk5wWThe Fell Sword of Mars: The Game-Players of Titan: https://t.ly/bTVz7Greybeard: https://t.ly/NxyH8The Last Starship from Earth: https://t.ly/FqwTlThe Long Result: https://t.ly/Ak6hBMake Room! Make Room!: https://t.ly/CRqhDMemoirs Found in a Bathtub: https://t.ly/wCulpPlanet of the Apes: https://t.ly/aNdi3The Planet Killers: https://t.ly/3DTdrThe Puzzle Planet: https://t.ly/1rJThThe Status Civilization: https://t.ly/61YcQThe Still, Small Voice of Trumpets: https://t.ly/aD9twThe Technicolor Time Machine: https://t.ly/LYP74Uncharted Stars: https://t.ly/Hro31Ways to connect with us:Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges Follow Jim/Father on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/13848336-jim-scriven Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/jMWyVJ6qKk Follow us on "X": @Fantasy4theAges Follow us on Blue Sky: @fantasy4theages.bsky.socialFollow us on Instagram: fantasy_for_the_ages Follow us on Mastodon: @FantasyForTheAges@nerdculture.de Email us: FantasyForTheAges@gmail.com Check out our merch: https://www.newcreationsbyjen.com/collections/fantasyfortheagesJim's Microphone: Blue Yeti https://tinyurl.com/3shpvhb4 Jim's Camera: Razer Kito Pro https://tinyurl.com/c873tc2n 0:00 - Opening1:21 - Episode Explanation3:09 - Great Sci-Fi Novels of the 1960s15:34 - Conclusion & Wrap-up————————————————————————————Music and video elements licensed under Envato Elements:https://elements.envato.com/

Deze week praten Jurian Ubachs, Tijs Hofmans, Yannick Spinner en Jelle Stuip over de Mother of all Meets, losless audio bij Spotify, de AI-rechtszaak van Anthropic rond het stelen van boeken, de mislukte Kobo-update en Apples aankondigingen van deze week, waaronder de nieuwe iPhones. 0:00 Intro0:19 Opening1:13 .post23:06 Tweakers bedankte zijn admins en mods28:15 Je krijgt gratis lossless audio van Spotify34:44 Er komt schot in AI-rechtszaken42:03 Kobo brickte de eigen e-readers47:04 Zit iemand te wachten op iPhone Air?1:16:55 SneakpeekSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Step into the mind of a killer—if you dare. In this solo review, Jim explores The Least of My Scars by Stephen Graham Jones, a psychological horror novel that locks you into the twisted thoughts of a serial killer. With its shocking opening scene, layers of manipulation, and an ending you'll never see coming, this book is as unsettling as it is brilliant.Jim shares why this novel was such an incredible read, breaking down the originality of the premise, Jones' razor-sharp writing, and the haunting tension that keeps you turning pages while wishing you could look away. If you're ready for horror that digs deep into psychology and doesn't let go, this is the book for you.Have you read The Least of My Scars? What did you think of the ride Jones takes us on? Let us know in the comments!

What makes a zombie apocalypse novel stand out from the crowd? In this solo review, Jim explores The Girl With All the Gifts by M.R. Carey—a dystopian sci-fi horror story that's as thoughtful as it is terrifying. From the unforgettable protagonist Melanie, to the shocking opening, to that mind-blowing conclusion, this book delivers everything you want in an intelligent page-turner.Jim shares why this story instantly became a hard recommend: incredible writing, layered character perspectives, heart-pounding tension, and a fresh take on the zombie apocalypse that you'll be proud to recommend to anyone. This is dystopian horror at its very best.Have you read The Girl With All the Gifts? What did you think of Melanie and the ending? Share your thoughts in the comments below—spoiler-free if you can!

Step into the unsettling world of Stephen Graham Jones with Three Miles Past (2011), a chilling collection of three novellas: Interstate Love Affair, No Takebacks, and The Coming of Night. In this episode, Jim dives into each story with spoiler-lite synopses, then shares why this volume stands out as a delightfully creepy addition to Jones' growing body of work.From serial killers on the open road, to deadly tech horror, to supernatural madness creeping into the everyday—each tale puts you squarely inside the mind of a protagonist, whether you want to be there or not. Jim also highlights eight reasons horror fans and SGJ enthusiasts alike should add this one to their shelves.If you enjoy horror, fantasy, sci-fi, or all the other nerdy things we love to explore here on Fantasy for the Ages, stick around! Don't forget to like the video, subscribe to the channel, and hit that bell so you'll know when new episodes drop. And a huge thank-you to our Patreon supporters who keep this channel going—you can join them for some great perks and to help us keep creating!Join us here: https://www.patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges#StephenGrahamJones #ThreeMilesPast #HorrorBooks #BookReview #FantasyForTheAges #IndieHorror #DarkFiction #SerialKillerFiction #TechHorror #BookTubeWant to purchase books/media mentioned in this video?Three Miles Past: https://t.ly/tTF8kWays to connect with us:Follow Jim/Father on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/13848336-jim-scriven Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/jMWyVJ6qKk Follow us on "X": @Fantasy4theAges Follow us on Blue Sky: @fantasy4theages.bsky.socialFollow us on Instagram: fantasy_for_the_ages Follow us on Mastodon: @FantasyForTheAges@nerdculture.de Email us: FantasyForTheAges@gmail.com Check out our merch: https://www.newcreationsbyjen.com/collections/fantasyfortheagesJim's Microphone: Blue Yeti https://tinyurl.com/3shpvhb4 Jim's Camera: Razer Kito Pro https://tinyurl.com/c873tc2n 0:00 - Opening1:02 - Book Basics1:21 - Spoiler-Lite Synopses2:45 - Jim's Take3:32 - 8 Reasons You Might Enjoy This Book4:45 - Conclusion & Wrap-up————————————————————————————Music and video elements licensed under Envato Elements:https://elements.envato.com/

Deze week praten Wout Funnekotter, Jurian Ubachs en Arnoud Wokke over de faillissementen van Max ICT en Uw Game Specialist, de auto als computer, Google die Chrome niet hoeft te verkopen en het gebruik van verdwijnende Signal-berichten bij de Europese Commissie. 0:00 Intro0:19 Opening1:39 .post21:43 Winkels sluiten, wat zegt dat?34:10 Drie uur bezig met set-up van je auto42:21 Google hoeft Chrome niet te verkopen49:26 Verdwijnende berichten, geen transparante politiek53:08 SneakpeekSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Some opening lines stay with you forever. From the mysterious, the chilling, and the downright legendary, these first words transport us into other worlds and unforgettable stories. In this episode, Jim takes you on a journey through 30 of the best opening lines in fantasy, science fiction, and horror — moving from lesser-known gems to the most iconic of all time.But here's the twist: Jim reads the line first, giving YOU the chance to guess which book it comes from before the big reveal. How many will you recognize? Play along, test your bookish memory, and see how your score stacks up!✨ Books featured include:– Fantasy epics like The Wheel of Time, The Hobbit, The Blade Itself– Science fiction classics like 1984, Dune, Neuromancer– Horror icons like Dracula, The Shining, The Haunting of Hill House…and many more across all three genres.If you've read them, get ready for a wave of nostalgia. If you haven't, your TBR is about to grow.

Bauchelain and Korbal Broach are back—and things are as dark, grotesque, and hilarious as ever. In this episode, I review The Second Collected Tales of Bauchelain and Korbal Broach by Steven Erikson, which bundles together three novellas: The Crack'd Pot Trail (2009), The Wurms of Blearmouth (2012), and The Fiends of Nightmaria (2016).Join me for a spoiler-lite look at each tale, plus my thoughts on why this collection is such a bizarrely fun romp through the Malazan world—even if it doesn't connect directly to the larger series. From cannibal poets to corrupt coastal despots to religious fanatics, these stories are less about the infamous necromantic duo themselves and more about the chaos they leave in their wake. And of course, long-suffering Emancipor Reese is along for the ride.Whether you're a Malazan veteran or just curious about Erikson's twisted sense of humor, this collection might be for you.

Deze week praten Wout Funnekotter, Jelle Stuip en Dennis de Vries over de nieuwe Pixel 10-telefoons, problemen met internationale pakketten, Wikipedia, onbereikbare dlc's en Fallout. 0:00 Intro0:20 Opening1:48 .post14:03 Jelle heeft de wereld een betere plek gem...14:26 Marker 0219:04 Skere gamer krijgt geen DLC24:05 De trailer van Fallout Season 2 Is uit28:22 Wout heeft pakketstruggles36:33 Hoe vernieuwend zijn de Pixel 10's?1:08:56 SneakpeekSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What is up family? We are here to deliver the next most important movie review of all time. We are here to discuss Fantastic 4: First Steps (5:30) After discussing the themes and events of this movie, we get into a discussion over the state of Marvel and super hero movies in general, along with where they can potentially go (45:40) Let's get Fantastic!Chapters:0:00 - Opening1:45 - Pre-Spoiler Chat5:30 - Movie Recap45:40 - Doomsday Chat55:00 - Awards/Tiers1:02:05- What's Hot?

Deze week praten Wout Funnekotter, Arnoud Wokke, Jelle Stuip en Imre Himmelbauer over de Tencent-kopie van Horizon Zero Dawn, beperken van bootloaderongrendeling, gamen op oudere consoles, de 18+-verificatie-app van de EU, de Wolfenstein-serie van Amazon en Windows. 0:00 Intro0:19 Opening1:15 .post14:56 Een kopie van Horizon, en nu?21:26 Makers custom roms willen regels rond bootloaders30:29 Skeer gamen? Koop oude consoles36:10 EU verplicht Google niet bij 18+-app47:15 Amazon maakt Wolfenstein-serie, hoezo?52:05 Windows 11 is Windows 10 voorbij1:11:03 Sneakpeek Links:'The force is with Cristal beer'-videoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Deze week praten Wout Funnekotter, Arnoud Wokke, Tijs Hofmans en Yannick Spinner over het EU-burgerinitiatief Stop Killing Games, het publiceren van een gevibecode app in de Play Store, het samenvoegen van Android en ChromeOS, IKEA's overstap op Matter en custom roms. 0:00 Intro0:19 Opening1:49 .post19:32 1,4 miljoen mensen steunen Stop Killing Games29:20 Je app vibecoden en in de Play Store zetten45:07 Google voegt Android en ChromeOS samen, waarom?57:45 IKEA gaat over op Matter en dat doet ertoe1:02:36 Custom roms, Google en gebruikers: een moeilijke driehoeksverhouding1:16:17 Sneakpeek Link:Tweakers KwartaalonderzoekSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Deze week praten Wout Funnekotter, Eric van Ballegoie en Arnoud Wokke over telefoons met silicium-koolstofaccu's, het Grok-AI-model dat uit de bocht vloog, de Vlaamse wet voor voorinstallatie van apps op tv's en Samsungs nieuwe horloges en vouwbare telefoons. 0:00 Intro0:19 Opening1:39 .post13:53 Accu's Samsung en Apple raken verder achterop bij Chinese telefoons20:47 Grok bleek fan van Hitler, pakt misschien later koppositie28:34 Tv's in Vlaanderen moeten Vlaamse apps hebben38:44 Samsungs horloges en telefoons: pieken en dalen1:09:36 SneakpeekSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Deze week praten Wout Funnekotter, Arnoud Wokke en Sjef Weller over tv's met miniled, de Fairphone Gen 6, de opkomst van AI-troep en de markt voor goedkope en dure draadloze oordopjes. 0:00 Intro0:19 Opening1:03 .post14:18 Miniled en de stroom aan tv-reviews23:10 De Fairphone: een nieuwe richting en toch ook weer niet34:15 Ons leven bestaat uit steeds meer AI-troep45:11 De grote verschillen tussen oordopjes1:17:00 SneakpeekSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Deze week praten Wout Funnekotter, Jurian Ubachs, Arnoud Wokke en Dennis de Vries over de Trump T1-telefoon, richtlijnen voor schermgebruik door kinderen, advertenties in WhatsApp, een app voor cameranerds en energielabels voor smartphones. 0:00 Intro0:19 Opening1:10 .post8:21 De fabrikant van de Trump T1-telefoon17:14 Richtlijnen voor social media: goed idee?35:42 WhatsApp krijgt advertenties en de glijdende schaal46:17 Indigo voor natuurlijkere foto's52:54 Energielabels voor smartphones: ze zijn er1:11:16 SneakpeekSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Deze week praten Arnoud Wokke, Jurian Ubachs en Yannick Spinner over de presentatie van The Witcher 4 en Unreal Engine 5.6, Real Time Text voor chatten tijdens bellen, Apples investeringen in China en de aankomende Nintendo Switch 2-review. 0:00 Intro0:19 Opening1:29 .post15:47 Plotseling waren daar beelden van The Witcher 428:36 Real Time Text is goed maar ook grappig34:17 Apple hielp Xiaomi en OPPO in het zadel42:31 De Switch 2 reviewen1:02:18 SneakpeekSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Deze week praten Arnoud Wokke, Jurian Ubachs, Jelle Stuip en Tijs Hofmans over lora-netwerken in 2025, een mogelijk verbod op smartphones voor kinderen, abonnementen voor autofuncties en verifictie op pornosites. 0:00 Intro0:19 Opening1:45 .post22:10 Stoeien met lora32:32 Het gesprek over een smartphoneverbod44:24 Een abonnement moeten nemen op je auto58:35 Pornosites en verificatie1:10:21 SneakpeekSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Deze week praten Wout Funnekotter, Jurian Ubachs, Arnoud Wokke en Jelle Stuip over Assassin's Creed als miljardenfranchise, de EU-heffing op Chinese pakketten, vibecoding met agenten, de Computex-hardwarebeurs en Googles ontwikkelaarsconferentie I/O. 0:00 Intro0:19 Opening1:41 .post11:03 Ubisoft wil miljardenfranchises23:32 Pakketjes uit China worden minder goedkoop31:39 Automatiseren van vibecoding36:11 Computex heeft leuke kleine nerddingen49:55 Google I/O: leuk en doodeng1:17:13 SneakpeekSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Deze week praten Wout Funnekotter, Jurian Ubachs, Arnoud Wokke, Jurian Ubachs en Dennis de Vries over de Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, Summer Game Fest, AI-overzichten in Google, een AI-model voor artsen en de Android 16-aankondiging. 0:00 Intro0:19 Opening1:43 .post21:00 De Edge-case voor dunne telefoons33:47 Summer Game Fest slaan we over44:36 De toekomst van zoeken op internet53:09 Een AI-dienst voor artsen1:04:51 Android 16 is een grote én kleine upgrade1:17:17 SneakpeekSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Deze week praten Wout Funnekotter, Jurian Ubachs, Arnoud Wokke en Olaf Weijers over het advies om minder stroom te gebruiken tussen 16.00u en 21.00u, het AI-experiment op Reddit, de testopstelling voor WiFI 7, de AI-strategie van Duolingo en het stoppen van Nest in Europa. 0:00 Intro0:19 Opening1:56 .post18:40 Minder stroom gebruiken op piekuren30:27 Universiteit doet AI-experiment op Reddit, is dat okee?39:24 Mijn hele leven is WiFi 749:21 Duolingo gaat mensen vervangen door AI1:01:19 Google stopt met Nest in Europa, hoezo?1:16:30 SneakpeekSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Deze week praten Wout Funnekotter, Jurian Ubachs en Arnoud Wokke over glasvezelupdates, het hoger beroep rond de blokkade van Russische media in de EU, de crisis bij Samsungs smartphonedivisie en het gebruik van een Apple TV. 0:00 Intro0:19 Opening1:02 .post: glasvezelupdate4:25 .post20:11 De rechtszaak rond Russische media36:17 Samsung is geen marktleider meer49:01 Wout is over op een Apple TV57:45 SneakpeekSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Waning trust in media alongside a failure to uphold standards and whitewashed investigations has NZ outlets in a bad spot. We discuss the examples of negative framing for Tamatha Paul's comments about police, and the direct engagement between media leadership and far-right astro-turf groups. When will NZ political and media leadership pull in line with the electorate and reject the accelerating fascism in the US under Trump?This episode's co-hostsSimone, Oliver, Kyle, GinnyTimestamps0:00 Opening1:30 On Gaza 9:14 RNZ Investigation14:18 Media Trust17:20 Prison Systems26:56 Discourse Machine 38:00 The Free Speech Union and NZME43:00 Bail Act48:13 Americanizing NZ53:18 ClosingsIntro/Outro by The Prophet MotiveSupport us here: https://www.patreon.com/1of200

Deze week praten Wout Funnekotter, Jurian Ubachs, Arnoud Wokke en Yannick Spinner over de nieuwe Pebble-horloges, hoe historisch accuraat games zouden moeten zijn, de sdk van Discord voor in-game chats en hoe ChatGPT Wouts DnD-karakter Sjonnie de Grote vorm gaf. 0:00 Intro0:19 Opening1:27 .post15:46 De nieuwe Pebbles lijken veel op de oude24:32 Games moeten geschiedenis wel/niet accuraat weergeven43:38 Discord heeft een sdk voor in-game chat, goed nieuws?53:19 Wout ging brainstormen met ChatGPT voor DnD59:30 SneakpeekSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The media/pol class are finally admitting that Luxon is not fit for purpose, while his coalition partners go from disaster to disaster, and his own Ministers propose wildly destructive policy. Meanwhile, NZ still isn't anywhere near close to the speed of decline faced by the US.This episode's co-hostsSimone, Pmax, Philip, KyleTimestamps0:00 Opening1:20 Luxons LinkedIn Speak 7:46 School Lunches12:35 Citizens Arrests36:31 Woke42:05 The U.S Empire1:01:12 ClosingIntro/Outro by The Prophet MotiveSupport us here: https://www.patreon.com/1of200

Deze week praten Wout Funnekotter, Jurian Ubachs, Arnoud Wokke en Reinoud Dik over het Artemis-project van PlayerUnknown Productions, de grote upgrade voor GTA 5, de iPhone 16e, druk van overheden op techbedrijven en onze nieuwe testmethode voor cpu-koelers. 0:00 Intro0:19 Opening1:38 Wouts glasvezelupdate2:56 .post14:19 Een 3d-plattegrond voor komend decennium28:49 GTA 5 krijgt GTA 6-engine-upgrade?41:10 De iPhone 16e heeft sommige dingen niet51:44 Apple buigt voor Engeland, Signal niet voor Zweden57:37 Cpu-koelers testen is lastiger dan je denkt1:13:00 SneakpeekSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Deze week praten Wout Funnekotter, Jurian Ubachs, Arnoud Wokke en Tomas Hochstenbach over de waarde van Pokémon Go-maker Niantic, nieuws over vouwbare smartphones, de eerste petabyte-ssd, de toekomst van coax en de Nvidia RTX 5070 Ti. 0:00 Intro0:21 Opening1:08 .post22:25 Niantic is 3,5 miljard dollar waard, hoe dan?30:41 OnePlus en de dubbel vouwbare telefoon41:12 De eerste petabyte-ssd komt eraan (maar nu nog niet)46:40 VodafoneZiggo maakt nu nog winst, maar de toekomst?56:21 Nvidia RTX 5070 Ti, vooral op papier aantrekkelijk1:09:47 SneakpeekSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Deze week praten Wout Funnekotter, Arnoud Wokke en Tomas Hochstenbach over zwendel met de harde schrijven van Seagate, hoe Wout zijn ssd's kapot maakte, de eerste porno-app voor iOS, de aankomende Sonos-mediaspeler en de verkoopstart van de RTX5000-serie. 0:00 Intro0:19 Opening1:20 .post7:56 De Seagate-schijvenzwendel20:50 Wouts ssd-saga29:43 De eerste genotarieerde porno-app voor iOS36:02 De komende mediaspeler van Sonos41:18 De clusterfuck rond de RTX-5000-serie1:09:51 Wout wil nog iets over glasvezel zeggen1:10:41 SneakpeekSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Deze week praten Wout Funnekotter, Jurian Ubachs, Arnoud Wokke en Eric van Ballegoie over de doorstart van Game Mania, het nieuwe Pebble, gedonder tussen weerapps, importheffingen voor TSMC en het Chinese AI-model DeepSeek R1. 0:00 Intro0:19 Opening1:46 .post13:22 Nostalgie naar gamewinkels17:44 Pebble komt terug, yeah!29:56 Bliksems, weer-apps hebben gedonder38:06 Importheffingen voor TSMC47:14 DeepSeek, OpenAI en China op de AI-markt1:09:12 SneakpeekSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Deze week praten Wout Funnekotter, Jurian Ubachs, Arnoud Wokke en Dennis de Vries over retrohandhelds, ceo's van techbedrijven bij Trump, Arnouds TikTok-update, Wouts glasvezelupdate en de Galaxy S25-telefoons. 0:00 Intro0:19 Opening1:01 .post18:27 Retrohandhelds zijn leuk24:23 Techbedrijven steunen Trump, en nu?37:11 TikToks hectische week in de VS42:29 Wout krijgt glasvezel! Of toch niet?45:04 Galaxy S25 draait om AI1:06:42 SneakpeekSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The BTR Christmas Special where we discuss the recent New Jersey Drone UFO / UAP sightings & connect this to the nature of Satan as that of a feminine trickster figure who challenges humanity in order to unlock its potential.Dr. Jason Reza JorjaniPh.D Philosophyhttps://www.youtube.com/@prometheism3174https://jasonrezajorjani.com/New Book "Satanaeon" https://www.amazon.com/dp/1917646011/Uberboyohttps://www.youtube.com/@uberboyohttps://twitter.com/uberboyoLev Polyakovhttps://twitter.com/Levpohttp://youtube.com/levpolyakov--0:00 Intro0:50 Opening1:41 NJ Drones8:06 Drones as Spectral Trickster Orbs19:48 The Trickster Entity in Fairy Lore20:25 Jung, UFOs, & Fairies22:39 Fairy Lore Comparing w/ Gods & Titans Myths24:35 Buddhism Against Both Gods & Titans26:01 Fairy Lore Continued27:55 Nietzsche & the Trickster29:12 The Danger of Fairies31:34 Iranian Fairy Connection33:52 The Spectral Trickster as Beyond Good & Evil37:51 Satana & Arthurian Grail Mysticism43:43 Satana & the Gorgon Serpent Power45:17 Scythian Viking Connection46:06 Satana & Chivalry47:36 Chivalry in Practice55:32 Human Psycho-Social Engineering59:48 Deconstructing Gnostic Dualism1:04:53 Why Trauma Is Needed1:06:26 Islam Needed for Iranian Growth1:09:37 Book of Job's Secret1:12:30 Reason the Bible Was Created1:13:13 Jung's Aion & the AI Control System1:21:02 AI Bringing Back Philosophy1:22:17 Inculcating Our Values Into AI1:25:10 Woke AI1:28:51 The Ideal Individual1:31:51 Are the Destructive Elites Satanists?1:37:29 Differing Ideals of the Savior1:45:02 Evil AI?1:49:41 Ishtar as Satana & Fleeting Pleasure1:51:33 Testosterone as Pleasure from Pain1:55:42 Did the Germans Fail Their Destiny?1:57:58 Nietzsche & the Rebirth of Tragedy2:01:38 The Destiny of the Japanese2:04:50 Making Judgments of Revitalization Through War2:07:08 Promethean Ethics as Not a Savior2:09:02 The Threat of Chinese AI Centralization to the West2:11:49 How Libertarian Internet Culture Was Destroyed2:12:58 The Treachery of OpenAI2:15:48 Satanic Interpretation of Universal Consciousness2:22:12 The Basis of Telepathy2:25:27 Our Souls Are SoftwareFOLLOW BTR:Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/breaktherulesDISCORD: https://discord.gg/hHTNg3MTwitter - http://twitter.com/breakth3rulesInstagram - http://instagram.com/breakth3rulesFacebook - http://facebook.com/breakth3rulesMinds -

Ah yes. After a long break, we have returned dear listeners. There is so much to catch you up on, from life changes to things happening in the nerd space. We appreciate your patience! But we discuss The Acolyte, The Boys, and some random topics that will definitely get one of us banned. Wouldn't be a Blerd City episode without it!! We are BACK!!!0:00 - Opening1:50 - Final Acolyte Discussion18:20 - Random Musings47:10 - What's Hot?