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We continue working our way through Genesis and we have made to the Tower of Babel! Unreal story with a lot of implications! Dig in with us!

We count down our top 10 announcements from Summer Game Fest 2025, Sony's State of Play and the Xbox Games Showcase plus we also recap some of the other highlights from a big week of gaming news and touch on The State of Unreal 2025 and the use of A.I. tools in game development.

This week on Arcade, Uno and Chugs dive into their time with Elden Ring: Nightreign and what FromSoftware has in store for future updates. They also give their thoughts on all of the cool features from the Witcher 4 tech demo from Epic Games' State of Unreal 2025. Later on, the boys blaze through their favorite reveals from the latest PlayStation State of Play, including Capcom's Pragmata, Suda51's chaotic new project Romeo Is a Dead Man, Bloodstained: The Scarlet Engagement, Final Fantasy Tactics: Ivalice Chronicles, and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dan, Kyle, and Tim discuss their first few days with Nintendo's newest hardware: the aptly named Switch 2. We talk about Mario Kart World, Welcome Tour, Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma, Fast Fusion, Bravely Default: Flying Fairy Remaster, Cyberpunk 2077, Yakuza 0, and a few other games as well as upgrades to older games. We also give our thoughts on the hardware, the new functionality, and our hopes for future games. This week we also dive into our thoughts on a few of the recent gaming showcases, specifically Sony's State of Play, the Unreal demo of the Witcher 4, and the reveal of Resident Evil 9!VIDEO Podcast: YouTube or SpotifyAUDIO Podcast: Apple or search for us wherever you like to listen!

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In Part 1 of this episode of the Dead End Gaming Podcast Beezy and Granddad talk about the State of Unreal presentation that dives deeper into the newest version of Unreal Engine and give their thoughts. They also preview several other showcases which they will follow up with on the next episode. They also discuss the cancellation of the Black Panther game by EA, Xbox putting there standalone handheld on hold, the promising leaks on the next 3 games from the Resident Evil series and the current PS Plus games for the month of June. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Pacers can't keep getting away with this part 23423543. Unreal! Aaron Rodgers is officially back, signing a 1 year deal to join the Steelers. Packers/Steelers in Week 8. Brewers stay hot and came OH SO CLOSE to a 10 game winning streak as they head home for a 10-game homestand. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of M2 Podcast, we cover the latest shakeups and reveals in the world of gaming. Ubisoft surprises fans by skipping its annual Ubisoft Forward showcase for the first time since 2020, opting instead for appearances at other summer events. Riot Games announces major updates for *Valorant*, including a long-awaited replay system and a shift to Unreal Engine 5 this July. We also discuss CD Projekt Red's impressive Witcher 4 tech demo, showcasing Ciri exploring Kovir at 60 FPS with ray tracing on the PS5. Finally, we dive into the reveal of 007: First Light, IO Interactive's origin story for James Bond, set to bring stealth and style to consoles in 2026.0:00 Intro4:20 Updates12:53 Ubisoft Forward Not Coming This Summer https://tinyurl.com/2mzesw6x 20:19 Valorant is switching to Unreal Engine 5 https://tinyurl.com/4d7rerhw 28:37 Witcher 4 tech demo shows footage https://tinyurl.com/4d66z6sy 44:35 Unveiling 007 First Light https://tinyurl.com/3y5sn76x 57:26 OutroLeave a LIKE and a comment, thanks for watching/listening!-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------PODCAST ►► https://anchor.fm/m2podcastAMAZON Music ► https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/091902c3-b83b-487c-8fe7-4c96787434fe/M2-PodcastAPPLE ► https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1531832410BREAKER ► https://www.breaker.audio/m2-podcast-2CASTRO ► https://castro.fm/podcast/6f69d373-d879-46d9-9f1c-bcf7c4bf1741GOOGLE ► https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8zNTYwNWZiMC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw==OVERCAST ► https://overcast.fm/itunes1531832410/m2-podcastPOCKETCASTS ► https://pca.st/5jghvf6eRADIOPUBLIC ► https://radiopublic.com/m2-podcast-GMZkY4SPOTIFY ► https://open.spotify.com/show/2VedhO03IRoHERJqF6Sy87STICHER ► https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/m2-podcastTUNEIN ► http://tun.in/pj3ZI #podcastJOIN THE DISCORD! ►► https://discord.gg/Kp5Gre6FOLLOW THE TWITTER! ►►https://twitter.com/m2_podcastKyleHeath Socials:TWITTER ►► https://twitter.com/mrjkheathMadMikeWillEatU Socials:TWITTER ►► https://twitter.com/madmikewilleatu

Guess what, there's another reason to question the existence of the PS5 Pro! The Sony Sate of Play was pretty solid today, and its mainly due to the James Bond game trailer. Microsoft pushes back its handheld plans, Nintendo keeps it close to the vest, and Activision has a blunder. Plus Netflix has its Tudum, Mark Hamill shares his future, and thank god we don't live in the Michael Bay Superman Timeline. Plus my review of Mission Impossible The Final Reckoning.

This week, as part of our coverage of the ATX Television Festival, Les was lucky enough to sit down with actor and director Shiri Appleby. We talked about the UnREAL's ten-year anniversary, her amazing career directing, and what drives her as a creative. Check it out!

At this year's ATX Television Festival, Les got to catch up with the one and only Craig Bierko —  stage and screen veteran, unforgettable as Chet Wilton on UnReal. We talked about revisiting the show for its ten-year reunion panel, his experience playing one of TV's most chaotic producers, and plenty more. Let's jump in!

With HBO wrapping up their second season of The Last of Us, the innkeepers prepare to share their spoiler filled thoughts on the return of Ellie and Joel. Keep in mind, spoilers are present for the TV show, but we do our best to limit spoilers for the remainder of The Last of Us Part 2 the video game. After the spoilers, we move to the news to cover Discord's newly proposed Orbs currency, Bethesda QA union workers reach a tentative contract with Microsoft, and CD Projekt RED shows off The Witcher 4 tech demo at the State of Unreal.

Episode 380 – “Gandalf, Game Fest, and Getting to the End”Fred finally put a bow on Octopath Traveler II, clocking in at a hefty 76 hours. He's now stuck in that post-game limbo, unsure what to dive into next—and somewhere along the way, he saw Gandalf, which we'll unpack. Jake, meanwhile, is still going strong in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, now 31 hours deep and not letting up.Listener feedback this week was short but sweet. Big Box gave us props for our thumbnail game, and 1blktalon chimed in with a time-stamped shoutout for Jake's "Amen" moment from Episode 378, also weighing in on Jade Raymond. Appreciate the love—and the laughs.As for the news, Summer Game Fest 2025 is right around the corner. Geoff Keighley will host on June 6th, and PlayStation is officially on board as a partner. Expect big reveals, including WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers, and a post-show indie showcase from Day of the Devs. Meanwhile, IO Interactive is gearing up to unveil 007 First Light during their own showcase the same day, teasing Bond's origin story with the tagline "Earn the number."CD Projekt Red is offering a first look at the tech behind The Witcher 4 at the State of Unreal on June 3rd, showing off what Unreal Engine 5 will bring to the franchise. Tango Gameworks is back in action too—thanks to KRAFTON—and already hiring for a new action project following their reboot.Kojima's Death Stranding 2: On the Beach will get the spotlight during a June 8th live event hosted by Keighley, with a gameplay demo and surprise guests promised. In less celebratory news, Borderlands 4 found itself in hot water after Randy Pitchford suggested that “real fans” would pay $80 for the game. After backlash, he walked the statement back with a public apology.Also this week, we learned that The Order 1886 was originally meant to be a trilogy—plans for The Order 1891 and 1899 were scrapped after poor reviews and the eventual closure of Ready at Dawn. A small nod lives on in Astro Bot, where Sir Galahad appears as a collectible.And finally, MindsEye continues to stir controversy. Developer Mark Gerhard blames targeted attacks and bots for the game's rocky reception. Whether that's true or not, the game launches June 10th, so we'll see for ourselves soon enough.Let's get into it.Your support goes a long way in helping us continue to create the content you love. It's a simple and direct way to show your appreciation for our podcast.To become a patron and unlock these exciting benefits, visit www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome today. Your support keeps us going and ensures that we can keep delivering top-notch PlayStation content.Please, if you enjoyed the content or even if you didn't quite enjoy this one, we encourage you to come back. We try to offer something for everybody. Please share with your friends and help us spread the show as we try to build a bigger community here! As always you can support our show at our Patreon Page. Thanks for listening.http://www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Let's break down Unreal Fest, 28 Years Later iPhone rigs, and Natasha Lyonne hitting back at the AI criticism. 

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Faith isn't asking you to believe in something that isn't real. Faith is asking you to believe in something real, something promised, something guaranteed, yet in the unseen. Can you believe it without seeing it? Just because you can't see it doesn't mean it's not real. Girl, you have no idea what is surrounding you […]

Alex takes you on a literal walkthrough of the facilities, useful tips for Unreal Fest 2025 and talks with guest Filip Iliescu about current projects.Filip Iliescu https://github.com/Ancient23 https://x.com/firechant https://www.ayadog.com/

Auf der State of Unreal 2025 haben wir zum ersten Mal Gameplay von The Wither 4 gesehen! Na ja, FAST. Denn es handelt sich hier nicht um tatsächliches Material aus dem in der Zukunft erscheinenden Spiel, sondern um eine so genannte Techdemo, die zeigen soll, zu was The Witcher 4 mit der Unreal Engine 5 in der Lage ist. Heiko und Julius haben die genau unter die Lupe genommen und garnieren sie mit exklusiven Infos vom CD Projekt RED-Besuch bei GameStar.

Hey everyone! Today's Daily Fix: CDProjectRed released their first tech demo for The Witcher 4 at Epic's State of Unreal. They showcase footage of the game running on a PS5 ray tracing enabled and 60fps. It looks great, but is this what the game will look like on launch? The demo revealed Ciri will have a horse friend called Kelpie similar to Geralt's Roach as well as a never before seen region called Kovir. Also, Sony's State of Play happens tomorrow so we dive into what games they could be surprising us with. Will we see Naughty Dog, Bungie, Santa Monica Studios and games like Marathon, God of War, Intergalactica, Ghost of Yotei? Comment below what you think we'll see! Thanks for watching! And don't forget to grab your tickets for IGN Live happening this weekend in Los Angeles. Go to ign.com/live and use promo code "ROLLTHETHING" for one free ticket.Presented by: Universal Orlando Resort, and its new theme park, Universal Epic Universe.

Durante lo State of Unreal, evento di Epic esplicitamente dedicato alle novità e alle prospettive del suo engine, è stata mostrata una Tech Demo sviluppata in collaborazione con CD Projekt, ambientata nell'universo di The Witcher 4. Impropriamente indicata da molte testate come "demo di gameplay", rappresenta invece uno showcase di alcune nuove funzionalità dell'Unreal Engine 5, che saranno probabilmente integrate, chissà in quale misura, nel gioco finale. Facciamo chiarezza, e cerchiamo anche di capire se si tratti di una strategia pericolosa o meno.

We continue working our way through Genesis and we have made to the Tower of Babel! Unreal story with a lot of implications! Dig in with us!

He's back. Not just on this show — but back in the sport, back on the world stage, and back to blow your mind with what's possible when talent meets resilience.Returning to the show is none other than Cordell Tinch — the hurdler whose journey reads like a Hollywood script. A former cell phone salesman turned world-class athlete. The guy who stepped away from the sport, then came back to dominate Division II track with three national titles in one weekend — and now he's out here running 12.87 in the 110 hurdles, tied for the fourth-fastest time ever."From selling phones in Green Bay to beating world champions on the Diamond League circuit — Cordell's story is a masterclass in self-belief, raw talent, and grinding when no one's watching.In June 2023, Tinch clocked a world-leading 12.96 seconds in the 110m hurdles at the Arkansas Grand Prix. He furtherimproved to 12.87 seconds at the Shanghai-Keqiao Diamond League in May 2025, tying him for the fourth-fastest time ever in the event.At the 2023 NCAA Division II Outdoor Championships, Tinch made history by winning the 110m hurdles, long jump, and high jump—becoming the first athlete in Division II history to secure three individual titles at a single championship.In today's conversation, Cordell takes me through his past two years as a pro, being friends with Tyrese Haliburton, what his story means to him, why he thinks he can beat Grant Holloway at the highest level, his ambitions for the season, and wisdom to anyone willing to hear it. Tap into the Cordell Tinch Special.  If you enjoy the podcast, please consider following us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and giving us a five-star review! I would also appreciate it if you share it with your friend who you think will benefit from it. Comment the word “PODCAST” below and I'll DM you a link to listen. If this episode blesses you, please share it with a friend!S H O W  N O T E S-The Run Down By The Running Effect (our new newsletter!): https://tinyurl.com/mr36s9rs-BUY MERCH BEFORE IT'S GONE: https://shop.therunningeffect.run-Our Website: https://therunningeffect.run -THE PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClLcLIDAqmJBTHeyWJx_wFQ-My Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠-Take our podcast survey: https://tinyurl.com/3ua62ffz

Matty Pickles was completely in his element hosting Major League Pickleball's Austin event. From data visualizations all the way to the broadcast booth, Matty had the event on lock. We get the inside scoop on how the Texas Ranchers transformed the Pickle Ranch into a pickleball paradise. Armaan Bhatia picked up his first APP gold on the grand stage of the Billie Jean King Tennis Center. He joins the pod to recap an epic singles final against Alex Crum. Our guy, Erik Tice gives his major takeaways from the weekend and breaks down how strength of schedule is influencing the standings. Dial in your recovery, energy, and focus with Superpower. Get started at https://superpower.com/start/dink Performance, comfort, and style in one effortless collection. Save 20% on apparel from MUEV with code THEDINK at https://muevbrand.com/collections/new-arrivals-2 Leave your voicemail for the PicklePod at (512) 200 - 4299 ------------------ Like the ep? Do us a favor: subscribe to our channel and leave a review on Apple or Spotify -Subscribe to our 'all things pickleball' *free e-newsletter* at https://www.thedink.beehiiv.com https://www.instagram.com/thedinkpickleball/ -Follow us on IG -Continue the convo in our private FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thedi... -For everything else we do, visit https://linktr.ee/dinkfam -Read more about Zane and subscribe to his newsletter at https://zanenavratilpickleball.com/ -Follow Zane on IG @zanenavratilpickleball ------------------ Matty Pickles 0:00 Matty Pickles first MLP event 4:55 Tell us about the charts 8:42 Weighted season schedules 10:08 A good weekend for the haters 13:27 Zane's undefeated weekend 15:38 Blind rankings Erik Tice 19:21 Tice was a surprise guest in Austin 21:52 Takeaways from the weekend 24:28 The Oncins X factor 26:50 Yes, Chef Chant 28:25 Strength of schedule advantage 33:00 What are we doing at the Challenger Level? 37:30 APP NYC recap 41:28 Breaking News - Grayson Goldin on PPA 47:02 Life Time ball not USAP approved 49:30 Sponsorship offers and engagement 51:09 OnlyFans pickleball show 53:03 Changing the MLP Rulebook Armaan Bhatia 57:11 Live from Mumbai - Armaan Bhatia 1:00:15 Unreal 27-25 game score to win gold 1:03:07 Is a contract on the way? 1:04:38 Listener Questions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 250 of the Pipe it Up! Podcast is here! Preds rookie Evan Porter joins the show to discuss his incredible first career start for the Pacific Predators, Jack gives his thoughts on the new look Metro Magic, and wrap it up by giving their slate 2 predictions. Enjoy!

UnREAL premiered 10 years ago and is having a panel at the ATX Television Festival this year, so I thought what better way to celebrate than to cover the pilot episode. You can stream the show on Netflix.Reality shows are often full of drama, but in the case of dating show `Everlasting', there may be more drama behind the scenes than there is in front of the camera. Executive producer Quinn commands her staff to get dramatic and outrageous footage for the show, which forces young producer Rachel to manipulate the relationships among the contestants to get the show's final cut to match Quinn's vision of it. As show star Adam searches for his perfect mate, the show's staff members deal with their own romantic predicaments on the set. Rachel's ex-boyfriend is one of the show's cameramen, and his current fiancee, Lizzie, is the makeup artist.“The Final Rose” - An UnREAL Cocktail:

Ashley, Matt, and Gian break down Inter Miami's dramatic comeback win on the road against the Philadelphia Union. Was this a turning point after a rough stretch? The crew dives into what's working, what still needs fixing, and which positions are top priorities heading into the transfer window. Plus — with rumors swirling around Modrić, Ronaldo, and other global stars — who could realistically be the next big-name signing for the Herons?Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Send us a textIt started with jokes about zippers and tight flight suits—and somehow ended with tears, respect, and emotional damage. In this episode, Jared and Aaron go full live-reaction mode to Netflix's Thunderbirds documentary, expecting to roast some high-speed sky dancers… but end up with a full-blown redemption arc, complete with G-locks, dumb call signs, and some real leadership lessons.They question if the show is harder than combat, mock staged B-roll, and coin the term “Swag Maintainer,” all while secretly (and not-so-secretly) falling in love with the team. This isn't just about airplanes doing tricks—it's about pride, sacrifice, pain, and the power of not sucking when it counts. Bonus points if your call sign isn't “Primo.”

Spaghetti Town welcomes a new guest into its hallowed halls as longtime Bethesda developer Nate Purkeypile joins the pod. He discusses his origins and when he knew he wanted to be a game developer. He transcribes how he got to Bethesda and what it was like working on some of the biggest gaming titles of the last 20 years. He discusses if he has any sentimental feelings for those games anymore since he was there when they were made. Nate explains why he decided to go indie and start his own studio. He's also jumped from the Creation Engine to now using Unreal and the benefits of that. Nate also talks about some of his inspirations and what he might be working on in the future as well as his experience in the Thunderdome at Burning Man. Check out his two newest games, The Axis Unseen and Deedlee Doo Carkour, both available now on Steam! Executive Producers: Ian Lotts, Phillip Booker, Wes Bradley, & Tim Bland Find Purkey All WYSP Social Links

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This week on Hot Girls code, we are joined by Zelle, an expert on augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR) and extended reality (XR)! XR is an exciting area of tech that we've always found a bit intimidating and mysterious, so we are incredibly lucky to have Zelle on the show. Join us as she breaks down what XR really is, explains the fundamental building blocks of the technology, and shares how you can get started. We also dive into the future of XR and, of course, how we can help keep this space diverse and inclusive!New episodes come out fortnightly on Wednesday morning (NZT).Links mentioned in episode:Augment for AndroidAugment for iOSInkhunter for iOSGiphyworld for iOS, oculus & vive headsetsVirtual hair color tests powered by ModiFaceMake your own Google Cardboard - Easier instructions & Advanced, sturdier version. *These instructions both require biconvex lenses. You can make your own lenses out of plastic bottles if you can't find them on AliExpress/TradeMe! Cardboard app for iOS and AndroidMeta documentation for developers - options for Unity and Unreal game engines, web development, and more! Where to Find Us: ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠Tik Tok⁠⁠The Hot Girls Code Website⁠⁠Sponsored by:⁠Trade Me

We welcomed a new friend to the show tonight. Adam S., with one year of sobriety, shared his struggles with existential reasoning. It's a common thread, we get clean and sober and now our eyes are opened to both the good and bad that we hid from for so long. Why are we here? Why was I made the way I am? Is there a God? Adam represents a population of society that might be too smart for their own good. Faith, a Higher Power, a Power greater than myself. These all represent a subject that is, and will forever be, touch-and-go. We were grateful for Adam sharing his story to our audience and the message remains the same: "There's no right way to do this." On a more ridiculous note, Will has been blurry on screen since he started with us here at Talkin' Trash. Well, his screen protector was cracked and he just figured that out now, 40 episodes in. Unreal.

Test your wrestling knowledge by playing BrainBuster: https://bit.ly/4gV103TFormer WWE writer Vince Russo and ex-WWE manager Dutch Mantell joined Mac Davis for this week's episode of BroDown. They talked about the issues surrounding the booking of WWE SmackDown, the match between R-Truth and John Cena, Jeff Cobb aka JC Mateo, Dominik Mysterio using the name Dirty, Aleister Black being a lost cause, Triple H's mistake with the Unreal show, and a lot more. #JohnCena #CodyRhodes #WWE Please backlink to https://www.sportskeeda.com/wwe if you carry this exclusive on your platformSubscribe to our channel, WrestleBinge by Sportskeeda: https://bit.ly/SportskeedaWrestleBinge-------You can also visit our site: https://www.sportskeeda.com/wweFor more updates on Wrestling, follow us on:Patreon (Backstage Pass): https://bit.ly/4dcg6z4Sportskeeda Wrestling:    / sportskeedawrestling  Facebook:   / skwrestling  Twitter:   / skwrestling_  Instagram:   / skwrestling_  

In this episode, Chad Lauer and Chad Evans discuss the motivation behind dreaming and achieving a world record with Adam Bowman. Bowman is an ordinary person pursing extraordinary things. As the CFO of Bloomsburg Carpet and dad of three he joked with his kids about breaking a world record. They laughed at him and that was all he needed. At 42 years old he set out to break the world record for pull ups in an 8 hour timeframe. Tune in to be inspired by Adam. Our hope is that his work ethic and drive can rub off on you as a listener to pursue your dreams and think anything is possible in your life just as Adam did by completing 4,801 pull ups in 8 hours! If you like our content please comment, like, and subscribe!

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I was approached by a PR firm to put Ben Bell on the show. Certainly seemed like an interesting thought. Afterall, domestic Sake is a rarity and one from the heart of Little Tokyo, Arkansas! (that was a little tongue-in-cheek humour). There were so many questions and so little time. Some stories just require more questions and who wouldn't want to know how in the H-E double hockey sticks did he fall into making Sake in Arkansas. Ben Bell might be the only person you'll ever meet whose journey to sake mastery began not in Tokyo, but in Hot Springs, Arkansas—and includes a failed job interview conducted entirely in Japanese. You'll be entertained, surprised, and utterly engrossed as you discover how this Arkansas native went from stocking wine shelves in Little Rock to apprenticing at world-class sake breweries in Japan, all the while learning a language many would consider impossible to master. In this episode, Paul Kalemkiarian draws out the remarkable story of how Ben's early fascination with wine sparked a lifelong pursuit of drinkable discovery, culminating with the founding of Origami Sake right in America's rice heartland. You'll learn how technique, not terroir, is the soul of sake—why craft and style choices shape every bottle more than the field the rice grew in. Ben breaks down sake's renaissance in America: from hot, mass-market pours at sushi joints to the nuanced, premium sakes you should really be tasting chilled, not warmed. You'll hear what truly sets sake apart, why it defies the rules of wine, and how its food-pairing versatility can elevate everything from Cajun shrimp and grits to Arkansas barbecue. Want tips on how to actually drink and serve sake? Ben's got you covered, and he'll tell you why a wine glass in your kitchen may be the best tool for enjoying the craft. Most of all, you'll realize that America's next great beverage story might just be unfolding far from the coasts, where passion meets persistence and the art of sake is rewritten, one bold, Arkansas-brewed batch at a time. ✅ Ever wondered how top-tier sake is being crafted in… Arkansas? ✅ Origami Sake co-founder Ben Bell joins host Paul Kalemkiarian on Wine Talks for a wild deep dive into the rise of American sake and his journey from wine geek to sake master. ✅ From mastering Japanese in rural Japan to winning international gold medals—all from Hot Springs, Arkansas—Ben shares what it really takes to create world-class sake outside of Japan, why rice matters, and how sake breaks the rules for pairing with food. ✅ Takeaway: If you think sake is just for sushi night, think again. This episode will change how you see (and drink) sake—grab a glass and tune in now!

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Today's Sports Daily covers another unreal night in the NBA playoffs, the road teams are dominating, new records being set, Steph gets injured, the alarming stat for the home teams & NHL Playoffs Round 2.Music written by Bill Conti & Allee Willis (Casablanca Records/Universal Music Group) 

After spotting Tik Tok creator, "Current Fixation" Substack writer, and bestie, Lauren Skae, in the Dave & Busters episode, I knew I had to get her perspective on what it's like to witness peak reality tv in progress. She brings us into her experience as a friend attending Janet's birthday party, what it's like to see yourself on Bravo, as well as her opinions on the show and cast members she's interacted with. We delve into why she's Team Janet, our agreement that Jesse has a billionaire fetish, acknowledging that just about everything and everyone is an ad now, and how we can put regulations on podcast equipment for men. BONUS: a mini dive into NYC hotel heiress Leona HelmsleyAll opinions are personal and not representative of any outside company, person, or agenda. Information shared is cited via published articles, legal documents, press releases, government websites, public videos, news reports, and/or direct quotes and statements, and all may be paraphrased for brevity and presented in layman's terms.Wanna support this independent pod? Links below:BuyMeACoffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/BBDBVenmo @TYBBDB Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#86: My guest today is Alexander Brandon, a game audio designer based out of Seattle, Washington. He has had an incredibly diverse and impactful career, starting off in the early ages of game audio working on projects like Unreal, Thief, and Deus Ex. He also contributed to projects such as Skyrim, Job Simulator, and so so many others.   In this episode, we dive deep into Alexander's initial start in game audio, and how he got started in the field before it was considered “cool”, his views on starting and building a business as an artist, how he transitioned from working on games to eventually leading teams, and so much more.   Find Alexander here: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-brandon-b84272/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AlexCBrandon/videos IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0999472/ Blue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/funkyrustic.bsky.social   And if you're interested in making music and sound for games, I have a newsletter and free courses that will get you started, and help you find paying work in games. Just go to http://www.bit.ly/soundbizpod

On this week's Gorilla Position podcast, JD and The Man They Call Skillit chat through the hits and misses from TV over the last 7 days, as WWE prepare for Backlash this Saturday night from St Louis, Missouri. The boys talk the possible ‘reality' behind WWE's new reality series ‘Unreal', the likelihood of a brand split led by Triple H and The Rock, Paul Heyman's masterful promo from Monday Night RAW, who the new faces of WWE could be, Shelton Benjamin's response to Hulk Hogan's press tour, plus a breakdown of the brilliance between Pat McAfee and Gunther! Download Gorilla Position NOW to get your weekly fix of all things WWE. JD and the team LOVE hearing from you so keep your emails coming in: helloyou@wwegp.co.uk Other hot topics on this week's show: ⭐Star-making ‘moments'

We are back this week with another episode following the Yankees' series in Baltimore. The Yanks drop the series to the last-place Orioles. Not ideal, but the Yankees still sit at the top of the AL East. We get into the series, discuss them demoting Devin Williams, Aaron Judge's UNREAL tear, and the recent dominance of Carlos Rodón and Max Fried. Make sure you subscribe to stay up to date with all future episodes!

The episode kicks off with a buzzworthy revelation from The Rock, who appeared on Pat McAfee's show. He shared insights about TKO executive chairman Ari Emanuel's call for ticket sale assistance and teased ideas involving Cody Rhodes and John Cena. The hosts explore The Rock's vision of Cody selling his soul to the “final boss” and Cena's long-awaited heel turn. Cena reportedly loved the creative twist, wanting it to mirror his real-life experiences, but the hosts feel the story's execution fell flat. Shifting gears, the duo criticizes Travis Scott's involvement in the Cena storyline, stating it distracted from the wrestling narrative. They also discuss Paul Heyman's new Dangerous Alliance, featuring names like Seth Rollins and Bron Breakker, and brainstorm potential members, emphasizing the group's need for devious, powerhouse characters. The WrestleMania 41 recap takes center stage, spotlighting the women's triple threat match between Iyo Sky, Bianca Belair, and Rhea Ripley. The hosts laud the match's chemistry and high stakes, with Sky shining as a breakout star. They also praise Bianca Belair for turning a hostile crowd in her favor. While high points like Dominick Mysterio's Intercontinental Championship win earn applause, matches like Drew McIntyre vs. Damian Priest and Logan Paul vs. AJ Styles draw sharp critique. Lastly, the episode teases Rusev and Aleister Black's returns and offers thoughts on WWE's new reality series, “Unreal,” with skepticism about its appeal. #theFBCPod 

It's Friday, and you know what that means—Joe and Matt are back with another explosive episode of Untamed, diving into the hottest news! Judge Joel Cano was caught housing 23-year-old Cristhian Ortega-Lopez, a Tren de Aragua gang member. The fallout? Cano resigned in disgrace and then got arrested! But that's not all—Luigi Mangione just pleaded not guilty to murdering a healthcare CEO, yet somehow leftists are still rallying behind him. Unreal. Up next, Shannon Sharpe's in deep trouble, facing a slew of sexual assault accusations, including a high-profile claim from 19-year-old OnlyFans star Gabbi Zuniga. Scandal overload! All this and more on today's Untamed!

The greatest trick the Devil ever pulled...was creating a movie that stands the test of time. The Usual Suspects (1995) continues to amaze audiences, even if they understand the movie. The stylized story telling has been copied and imitated in movie, television, and music. Come, listen and lets us know what you think.Also Play:Cinema Chain Game--------------------------------------------Subscribe, rate, and review:Apple Podcasts: Our Film FathersSpotify: Our Film FathersYouTube: Our Film Fathers---------------------------------------------Follow Us:Instagram: @ourfilmfathersTwitter / X: @ourfilmfathersEmail: ourfilmfathers@gmail.com

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Kawhi Leonard needed to be in attack mode and...he was! The Klaw puts up 39 to help drag the Clippers past the Nuggets in Game 2 and even the series. Chuck talks the good (Kawhi, Late-Norm, Zubac, Harden) and the bad (rebounding, fatigue) from Game 2

Welcome back to another bite-sized episode of Look Behind the Look. Today, we're back with another obscure cinema excavation exploring Spike Lee's 1996 film, Girl 6. The film offers a unique take on the world of phone sex operators through the eyes of an aspiring actress in New York City and, of course, so much more than that. We'll explore how this film fell into obscurity...and the layered messages on race and female exploitation.Despite its ambitious narrative, the film received mixed reviews upon release and was a commercial disappointment, grossing approximately $4.9 million against a $12 million budget. Girl 6 was dismissed so hard when it came out; it's like it just vanished from Spike Lee's filmography. Reviewers like The Washington Post's Rita Kempley described it as "little more than a profane litany punctuated by Oscar-caliber orgasms," while the Post's Desson Howe stated that "it's enough to reduce expectations over him forever."Even when discussing He Got Game two years later, Spike wouldn't mention Girl 6…That's how much people sidelined it. It's wild because after Girl 6, Spike didn't make another film centered on a female perspective until Chi-Raq in 2015, almost 20 years later. You have to wonder if the reception to Girl 6 made Spike pull back from telling stories about women, especially Black women, navigating systems that weren't built for them. Girl 6 is one of Spike's most overlooked films, but also one of the most fascinating. That's exactly why it deserves a closer look behind the look.A Cultural ReassessmentIn 1996, people didn't know what to do with Girl 6. It barely made a dent at the box office, critics were lukewarm at best, and ultimately, it faded into obscurity. But here's the thing—Girl 6 wasn't a failure. It was a film about performance, sex, race, capitalism, and identity. It didn't fit the mold Hollywood—or even Spike Lee fans—wanted it to fit.This was Spike's first time directing a script he didn't write. The screenplay came from Pulitzer Prize-winner Suzan-Lori Parks, and what they created together was something totally different from the more straightforward sociopolitical narratives people had come to expect from Spike. Instead of overt protest, Girl 6 gives us a quiet, messy rebellion in the form of one Black woman trying to survive the film industry without selling her soul.Theresa Randle plays Judy, a struggling actress who ends up working as a phone sex operator to make ends meet. And that premise could've easily become male-gazey or exploitative in the wrong hands. But it doesn't. This is a story about the male gaze, not one that indulges it. The camera doesn't leer. It's observant. It's empathetic. It's watching Judy navigate objectification. Beyond general objectification, it shows how she manages which specific forms of objectification she subjugates herself to, like being told by her boss, Lil played by a perfectly cast, Hollywood legend, Jenifer Lewis, she needs to sound “Caucasian” on the phone, because that's what “the client likes.”The film also drops in these surreal, meta moments that throw you off, especially the interspersed news storyline of the young black girl who survived falling down the elevator shaft in her building, but that's the point. It draws a direct line from girlhood to adulthood—how young Black girls are burdened from the start with invisibility, impossible standards, and stereotypes they're expected to navigate alone just to survive. We see Judy auditioning for roles where she's told to be more "urban," more "real," while directors like Quentin Tarantino, in his now-infamous cameo, barks at Judy with lines laced in microaggressions that escalate—into full-blown aggression, unchecked racism, and flat-out exploitation as he demands she take her top off on camera. It's violent in its familiarity. And that's the point. Girl 6 doesn't flinch—it forces us to sit in the discomfort, to confront how easily Black women are dehumanized under the guise of “opportunity.” This isn't just a scene. It's a reckoning that begins Judy's arc. It's Spike and Suzan-Lori Parks holding up a mirror and asking, ‘How many times has this happened—and how many times did we call it art?' or better yet "This is what you do to Black women when you 'give them a chance.'"And that's why the ending hits so hard. Because after everything—after all that growth and pain and disillusionment—it's gutting to see Judy go back to Shoplifter. It's framed like a reunion, maybe even a resolution—but it isn't. It's a return to something familiar. Something that once had control over her.And when she heads to L.A. for her so-called fresh start, she walks right into the same kind of exploitative audition that launched this whole journey. The loop restarts. But this time—she doesn't freeze. She doesn't stay quiet. She doesn't submit. She assertively leaves. That moment shifts everything. Because even though the circumstances haven't evolved, she has. It's not loud. It's not celebrated. But it's powerful. It's self-possession. It's Judy refusing to play the part again, even if the script is exactly the same.So no, the ending isn't tied up in a bow. But it's not hopeless either. Girl 6 isn't offering a fantasy of escape—it's showing us what resistance looks like when the world and the people around you won't meet you halfway. Quiet, deliberate, exhausted… but still yours.So why did Girl 6 flop? Because audiences weren't ready for a Black feminist art film disguised as a phone-sex dramedy. It didn't check the boxes. It wasn't "important" in how people expected a Spike Lee joint to be. The film's portrayal of Judy's experiences resonates with contemporary discussions about the empowerment and exploitation inherent in everything we've come to understand about performance, labor, and digital sex work (hello, OnlyFans), Girl 6 feels prophetic. In recent years, Girl 6 has been reassessed for its ahead-of-its-time commentary on sex work and female agency.It's time we stop calling it a misstep. Girl 6 didn't fail. We did—for not seeing what it was trying to show us. With all that said, I do still think it's worth critiquing how a man directing the film despite having a female screenwriter is a statement and impression in and of itself that is left upon this film, and that's something we're still unpacking today.The wigs, costuming, and futuristic sets are all intentional and impeccably designed. Judy is a chameleon, adapting to the fantasies projected onto her. She tries never to lose herself, but as the film progresses, it becomes a hard line to walk. And Randle does it brilliantly. Her performance is nuanced, internal, and often quiet—maybe that's why it got overlooked. People expected something louder. But Judy's strength is in her stillness. I paused the film so many times in awe, wondering - how we didn't get Theresa Randle leading dozens of films post-Girl 6. Her performance has always stuck with me. She is the film.Girl 6 is a wig-lover's dream. Theresa Randle wears over 20 different wigs and styles throughout the film, and each one feels like a window into her state of mind or her persona at that moment. Her hair isn't just flair—it's fashion, character, power, and commentary all in one.There's the long honey-blonde crop she rocks in the phone booth—classic "sex symbol" vibes and we see everything from her an ode to Dorothy Dandridge, bantu knots, finger waves, a full-on Foxy Brown afro—it's a whiplash of transformations that, if you blink, you might miss one. Her hair becomes armor, a mask, a performance. And what's genius is that the wigs and styling reflect the emotional tone of each scene without her having to say a word.It also speaks to the fantasy that phone sex work sells. Every call, every client, is a role she steps into. And Theresa's ever-changing look mirrors that idea—who she is depends entirely on who's on the other end of the line and what they're paying for.Plus, let's give some flowers to the hairstyling team. There is not much information out there about who exactly was responsible. I tried to get in touch with Lisa Hazell, but could not reach her for an interview. The hair designs gave Theresa an entire visual vocabulary of Black femininity, expression, power, seduction, and identity.Theresa Randle played Judy, the lead role. Before this, Randle had appeared in supporting roles in Lee's "Jungle Fever" and "Malcolm X." Her performance as Judy marked her first leading role, showcasing her range and depth as an actress.And while a lot of this film wasn't exactly the norm for Spike, he still had a role, as he often does—but this time, it feels especially personal. He plays Judy's cousin and best friend, Jimmy, a comic book nerd obsessed with blaxploitation and sports memorabilia. It's sweet and totally feels like a little bit of an opportunity for Spike to get all his Brooklyn Dodgers gear into the production design. He's one of the only people in her life who doesn't sexualize Judy, who just wants to hang out and talk about old-school movies. It's giving Letterboxd boyfriend energy… uh if your boyfriend was your cousin and just wanted to debate Pam Grier films over pizza. Their friendship grounds the film, a reminder of who Judy is underneath all the wigs and roleplay.The opposite of Jimmy is Isaiah Washington's character—Judy's ex, known only as “Shoplifter.” And that name alone tells you everything. He's not even given the dignity of a real identity—just a label, a behavior, a red flag. He's controlling in the way so many men are: smiling, supportive on the surface, but constantly trying to reshape her into someone more manageable. He pushes her to get a “real job,” but what he really wants is her dependence. He wants her small.The tension between them is always there—quiet, but constant. And the way Spike shoots those scenes, you can feel the power imbalance. It's intimate, but it's not safe. These aren't just moments between two people with history. These are scenes about how easily women—especially Black women—are asked to compromise themselves in exchange for stability, approval, or love that's conditional.Both of these male characters exist to show us different versions of masculinity—Jimmy is supportive, if a little clueless, and Isaiah's character is the opposite: demanding, judgmental, and ultimately part of the reason Judy needs to reclaim her voice in the first place.The film is peppered with notable cameos, adding layers of meta-commentary. As mentioned previously, Quentin Tarantino appears as the self-absorbed director, and this collaboration, interestingly enough, occurred before the well-documented disagreements between Lee and Tarantino over the use of racial slurs in cinema.We also get Halle Berry, Debi Mazar, John Turturro, Ron Silver, John Cameron Mitchell, and Michael Imperioli giving their best, if not strangest, character acting bits to the film.Other notable appearances include Madonna as the competing strip club owner. She looked insanely good—possibly the best she's ever looked, and that's saying a lot for someone who literally invented iconic beauty in the 80s and 90s—and, of course, supermodel Naomi Campbell as a fellow phone sex operator, taking on a more demure and reserved role.Pete Travers at Rolling Stone called Girl 6 "the worst movie Spike Lee has ever made," one that "[resorts] to all-star cameos to disguise structural shortcomings." Still, I believe these cameos contribute to the film's commentary on fame, exploitation, and the blurred lines between reality and performance.The PRINCE SoundtrackI could never go without mentioning one of the film's most essential elements, being its soundtrack, composed entirely of songs by Prince. You can't say that about any other film outside of Purple Rain. The entire soundtrack is Prince. Yup. Not just a song or two—the whole thing. And it's not a greatest-hits situation either; We're talking deep cuts, unreleased tracks, B-sides, and songs he gave just to this movie. "She Spoke 2 Me"? Unreal. "Don't Talk 2 Strangers"? Are you kidding? These weren't just throwaways—he curated a whole vibe for Judy's world, and I can't even believe we aren't talking about this every day.Prince was famously selective about who he worked with, and it says a lot that he said yes to this film. You get the sense that he understood what the story was about—performance, femininity, identity, power. And that's all over his music, too. Prince elevates the whole damn film. That's the kind of creative alignment that doesn't happen often. Honestly, the Girl 6 soundtrack is one of the most slept-on parts of Prince's catalog—and of 90s cinema in general.How this happened still blows my mind and definitely leads me to believe that, aside from Spike distancing himself from the film, the complexity of continuing to secure rights to Prince's catalog may be why we haven't been able to stream the film. That's a whooooole other can of worms to dive into for another day…But I will get to the bottom of it.Girl 6's unique collaborations, themes, and the conversations it continues to inspire about representation, exploitation, and agency for Black women and in the entertainment industry are why it remains a fascinating entry in Spike Lee's filmography. Although its approach to these themes may have been clunky, convoluted—dare I say, disjointed—it's 1000% worth watching, studying, and taking the time to understand the story beyond traditional narrative form.Unless you own a VHS or DVD copy, it's a shame you can only find it for $100+ on eBay right now. Kelli and I mailed the DVD back and forth like it was 2006 to study and put this episode together. So, grab a friend or two and create an old-school Netflix sisterhood of the traveling DVD and watch for yourselves. If you do track down a copy, tag me @lookbehindthelook—I want to see your setups. As always, we love hearing your thoughts, what you want to hear more about, and what films you'd like us to dive into next.Thank you for joining me on another bite-sized episode of Look Behind the Look. Until next time...**At the time that I recorded this, the DVDs were $80-$100 on ebay but now it looks like it jumped to $225-$350! Keep your eyes on those DVD bins at the vintage stores, people!Girl 6 on eBaywritten by Kelli Reilly Get full access to Look Behind The Look's Substack at lookbehindthelook.substack.com/subscribe

The Elder Scrolls: Oblivion Remake in Unreal 5 is all but confirmed this week as we see screenshots leak to the internet. One clever social media user also tricked a customer service bot (likely powered by AI) to confirm the release. Sounds like AI is still making lots of mistakes like not following NDAs, oops! Sometimes a rumor has so much smoke there is certainly fire, so we look to this remake and how likely we are to pick it up. All this news and much more make up another week of the longest running video game podcast, Orange Lounge Radio!   Also in the News:   * Switch 2 Preorder Process for US Finalized * Mario Kart World Direct * Xbox Stream your own Game * PlayStation Plus Price Hike in some Countries   All this and more on the show where EVERY gamer has a voice-- Orange Lounge Radio! LIVE on the VOG Network, Sunday nights at 6 Pacific, 9 Eastern www.vognetwork.com Mailbag: participate (at) orangeloungeradio dot com