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Ya estamos aquí otra quincena más, desde el asilo más friki de la podcasfera y en esta ocasión en "Cuando todo esto era campo", quería hablaros del programa de televisión El tiempo es oro y en "Te vas a quedar ciego con tanta maquinita" del videojuego Solomon's Key. No esperes que te lo cuenten y dale al play. Como a modo recordatorio: 00:00 Podgaming 00:08 Opening 00:58 Bienvenida 01:38 Tó esto era campo: El tiempo es oro 09:00 The Moody Blues: Nights in white satin 15:50 Te vas a quedar ciego con tanta maquinita: Solomon's Key 26:38 Comentarios 30:44 Despedida 31:59 Ending Biblioteca de juegos MS-DOS: https://archive.org/details/softwarelibrary_msdos_games?sort=-publicdate Solomon's Key https://archive.org/details/msdos_Solomons_Key_1988
No interview this time, but a look at three very different games. Something for everyone.Links:Live Cardboard #6 Tariff RoundtableGMT April Newsletter with their detailed response to the tariff situation Mike Nagel's new Relative Range imprintMMP pauses the move of their printing to ChinaPushing Cardboard website has revamped the Polls sectionThis episode is available at pushingcard.com and youtube as well as Apple Music Spotify and all good podcast distributors.Noble Knight GamesThe best place to find out of print games without paying Ebay prices!Ko-FiSign up to support the show monthly, or with a one-time donationCube4Me Storage SolutionsCube4Me are a revolution in trays for games. Multiple sizes, configurations, and depths!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show
We just finished the brutal slog through the Solomons, and now we're following the Central Pacific drive straight into Tarawa. This wasn't jungle fighting, it was open beach and shallow reefs, turning a straightforward landing into a nightmare. Marines found themselves stranded, wading through chest-deep water under relentless fire. Communication fell apart, and every yard gained came at a heavy cost. Today, we're diving into the chaos and courage at Tarawa. ************* Visit HistoryoftheMarineCorps.com to subscribe to our newsletter, explore episode notes and images, and see our references. Follow us on social media for updates and bonus content: Facebook and Twitter (@marinehistory) and Instagram (@historyofthemarines). This episode is sponsored by Audible. Visit AudibleTrial.com/marinehistory for a free audiobook and a 30-day trial.
By late 1943, the Allies had turned the tide in the Pacific, but one significant stronghold still loomed. In Japan's most critical South Pacific base, Rabaul served as a launch point for air and naval operations across New Guinea and the Solomons. Instead of a costly direct assault, Allied planners devised a strategy to neutralize Rabaul through isolation, cutting off its supply lines and rendering it ineffective. Bougainville became the next step in this plan, providing airfields and a staging ground for the final push. ************* Visit HistoryoftheMarineCorps.com to subscribe to our newsletter, explore episode notes and images, and see our references. Follow us on social media for updates and bonus content: Facebook and Twitter (@marinehistory) and Instagram (@historyofthemarines). This episode is sponsored by Audible. Visit AudibleTrial.com/marinehistory for a free audiobook and a 30-day trial.
By mid-1943, the Allies were advancing through the Solomons, pushing toward Rabaul. After securing Guadalcanal and New Georgia, their next target was Vella Lavella. Unlike previous battles, the Japanese opted to withdraw rather than defend the island outright, but the fight was far from easy. Marines, Seabees, and New Zealand forces faced logistical chaos, relentless air attacks, and fierce resistance from the remaining enemy troops. As U.S. forces established a foothold, Japanese commanders launched a last-ditch evacuation, leading to a violent clash. Vella Lavella proved the growing strength of Allied coordination, air superiority, and adaptability in island warfare. With the island secured, the path to Bougainville, and ultimately Rabaul, was open. ************* Visit HistoryoftheMarineCorps.com to subscribe to our newsletter, explore episode notes and images, and see our references. Follow us on social media for updates and bonus content: Facebook and Twitter (@marinehistory) and Instagram (@historyofthemarines). This episode is sponsored by Audible. Visit AudibleTrial.com/marinehistory for a free audiobook and a 30-day trial.
For most people, caffeine is their first drug of choice, and a very legal one used in everything from energy drinks and coffee to products you wouldn't expect (think protein bars and over-the-counter pain relievers).That over-reliance on caffeine to provide a daily boost in energy and alertness often comes at a high cost, especially if you're addicted to it (which many people are) or metabolize it very slowly (as a majority of people do).So, if you could find a substitute to caffeine that provides some of the same benefits but without the health problems, would you try it?Paul shares his very positive experiences trading his morning espresso with butter for UPDATE, an energy drink formulated with the far gentler paraxanthine, with its formulators Daniel Solomons and Shawn Wells this week on Spirit Gym.Connect with Daniel and Shawn and the UPDATE community at their website and on social media via Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter/X, TikTok and Instagram. Learn more about Shawn and his work at his website and Zone Halo.For Spirit Gym listeners: Save 25 percent on a 12-pack of UPDATE's four refreshing flavors (Berry, Lime, Mandarin or Peach or a variety pack) at this website and use promo code CHEK25 at checkout. (Special offers from Spirit Gym guests are time-sensitive and at their discretion to redeem after 30 days.)Paul will also be hosting an exclusive Q&A session with Daniel and Shawn exclusively for Spirit Gym listeners at a future date so sign up for your Spirit Gym podcast membership today!Timestamps1:01 Why Paul invited Daniel and Shawn to talk about UPDATE.7:52 “I believe I was on the edge of death either intentionally committing suicide or unintentionally committing suicide through all my work.”15:05 How much caffeine do you drink every day?19:51 Today's energy drinks over-fuel people.32:03 A chemistry lesson in formulating a cleaner, healthier energy drink.42:26 Allostasis, homeostasis and hormesis.58:04 Experiencing the flow without the frazzle.1:08:26 Could UPDATE be used as a supplement?1:16:29 The combination of caffeine and paraxanthine can be problematic.1:22:45 The deeper physical and mental implications of always being switched on.Find more resources for this episode on our website.Music Credit: Meet Your Heroes (444Hz) by Brave as BearsAll Rights Reserved MusicFit Records 2024We may earn commissions from qualifying purchases using affiliate links.Thanks to our awesome sponsors:PaleovalleyBiOptimizers US and BiOptimizers UK PAUL10Organifi CHEK20Wild PasturesWe may earn commissions from qualifying purchases using affiliate links.