http://www.facebook.com/FairlyAwesomePodcast en-us 2013 FairlyAwesome Podcasts that engage entertainment, technology, and current events Fairly Awesome Podcast Six friends take to the microphone, 4 at a time, to discuss what's on their minds about the entertainment and tech world, as well as any hot button current events that need to be addressed. Ryan McDowell, Nate Buesching, Staughton Wade, Chris Kean, and Josh Buesching debating about the topics they find interesting. yes movies,games,tv,shows,gadgets,news,comedy,funny,video,games,commentary,fairly,awesome,podcastfairlyawesomepodcast@gmail.comFairly Awesome Podcast Fairly Awesome Podcast Ryan, Nate, Chris, and Josh talk about random stuff! Topics in this episode: Has the ability to look up difficult game help on Google made games easier? Is streaming via Twitch and similiar services a viable occupation? Has Oculus Rift gotten us interested in PC gaming again? Topics in this episode: Google has made it easier to find help with difficult gaming puzzles, has this discouraged game developers from trying as hard with making difficult puzzle games? Twitch TV has taken off with the advent of next-gen consoles. Does this present a viable occupation to gamers, or is the game streaming market already closed? With a new release date, has the Oculus Rift gotten us interested in getting back into PC gaming? http://s3.amazonaws.com/fapcasts/ep25.mp3 Sun, 10 Aug 2014 12:00:00 GMT 01:04:53 fairly,awesome,podcast,gaming,movies,comics,pop culture,technology,google,gaming,puzzles,dumbing down,streaming,twitch,twitch.tv,games,oculus rift,facebook,pc gaming,pc yes fairlyawesomepodcast@gmail.com (Fairly Awesome Podcast) Fairly Awesome Podcast Ryan, Nate, Chris, and Josh talk about random stuff! With special guests Staughton and Kyle, topics in this episode: Why do gamers flip-flop when it comes to things like always on and franchise similarity? Are there gaming franchises out now that we think will be around for a while? Did Guardians of the Galaxy live up to the hype? With special guests Staughton and Kyle, topics in this episode: With Playstation Now's requirement for always on gaming, how is this acceptable when Xbox One was vilified for requiring it, and how are franchises like CoD berated for being the same while Mario Kart doesn't face the same issue? Some franchises are timeless, like Zelda and MegaMan, but are there any out now that we see lasting 10+ years from now? Guardians of the Galaxy was hyped by Marvel as the best Marvel movie to date. Does it live up to that hype? http://s3.amazonaws.com/fapcasts/ep24.mp3 Sun, 10 Aug 2014 12:00:00 GMT 00:58:11 fairly,awesome,podcast,gaming,movies,comics,pop culture,technology,double standards,playstation now,always online,mario kart,call of duty,cod,timeless,zelda,mega man,mass effect,guardians of the galaxy,gotg,hype,marvel,film,best movie yes fairlyawesomepodcast@gmail.com (Fairly Awesome Podcast) Fairly Awesome Podcast Ryan, Nate, Chris, and Josh talk about random stuff! Topics in this episode: We played the Xbox One Destiny Beta and here's what we think! Is there an expectation now for voice acting quality in gamed? Are there upcoming movies and tv shows that we're actually OK with spoiling? Topics in this episode: Recently the Destiny Beta dropped. We played the Xbox One version both individually and together and share some of our likes, dislikes, and overall impressions of the game. There's been some grumblings about Peter Dinklage's voice acting in Destiny; do we have higher expectations for voice acting in modern games than older games? Usually we avoid spoilers, but are there times when you're so interested in something that you are OK with, and actually seek out, spoilers? http://s3.amazonaws.com/fapcasts/ep23.mp3 Sun, 27 July 2014 12:00:00 GMT 01:00:32 fairly,awesome,podcast,gaming,movies,comics,pop culture,technology,destiny,bungie,beta,xbox one,playthrough,testing,impressions,opinion,voice acting,peter dinklage,ghost,voice over,spoilers,spoiler alert,game of thrones,star wars yes fairlyawesomepodcast@gmail.com (Fairly Awesome Podcast) Fairly Awesome Podcast Ryan, Nate, Chris, and Josh talk about random stuff! Topics in this episode: What are our favorite video game soundtracks? Are we truly going to run out of oil in 53 years? Kickstarter goes crazy for potato salad... Should Spotify use clean song versions by default? Topics in this episode: Video games would be nothing without their soundtracks; we discuss great game soundtracks that stick with you. BP says there are 53.3 years of oil left, should we be concerned or is this another has the impending exhaustion of oil been greatly exaggerated? A guy in Ohio Kickstarts potato salad and over 6000 people throw in...Internet, you crazy. Spotify is playing the clean version of songs instead of their original versions, why doesn't Spotify have a way to distinguish/control this censoring? http://s3.amazonaws.com/fapcasts/ep22.mp3 Sun, 13 July 2014 12:00:00 GMT 00:45:38 fairly,awesome,podcast,gaming,movies,comics,pop culture,technology,game soundtracks,soundtracks,soundtrack,mass effect,final fantasy,legend of zelda,killer instinct,music,oil,reserves,alternative fuels,kickstarter,potato salad yes fairlyawesomepodcast@gmail.com (Fairly Awesome Podcast) Fairly Awesome Podcast Ryan, Nate, Chris, and Josh talk about random stuff! Topics in this episode: What does it take for the modern gamer to buy into multiplayer games? Why do game movies always suck? The impact of piracy in our digital age Topics in this episode: What tactics should modern game developers deploy to get us to buy into their games? Hatt Mallam approved topic: Why do game movies always suck? Is it the director/writer or just bad budgeting? Is piracy decreasing due to streaming services like Netflix? http://s3.amazonaws.com/fapcasts/ep21.mp3 Sun, 29 June 2014 12:00:00 GMT 01:00:13 fairly,awesome,podcast,gaming,movies,comics,pop culture,technology,game demo,demos,piracy,multiplayer,game developers,game movies,mortal kombat movie, planetside 2,water cooler yes fairlyawesomepodcast@gmail.com (Fairly Awesome Podcast) Fairly Awesome Podcast Ryan, Nate, Chris, and Josh talk about random stuff! Topics in this episode: Should we rethink the way game demos are done? Is rewriting canon ever acceptable? How does time and place shifting impact TV discussions? Topics in this episode: With the most recent Metal Gear Solid: Ground Zeroes being a "demo" of the upcoming The Phantom Pain, should we rethink the way game demos are made? After the recent X-Men: Days Of Future Past and Star Trek reboots, is re-writing canon ever acceptable? With the ability to more easily shift the time and place you watch them, how does this impact workplace/friendplace discussions? http://s3.amazonaws.com/fapcasts/ep20.mp3 Sun, 15 June 2014 12:00:00 GMT 00:46:28 fairly,awesome,podcast,gaming,movies,comics,pop culture,technology,game demo,demos,metal gear solid,ground zeroes,phantom pain,shareware,canon,days of future past,x-men,rewrite,star trek,timeshifting,placeshifting,dvr,discussion,game of thrones,water cooler yes fairlyawesomepodcast@gmail.com (Fairly Awesome Podcast) Fairly Awesome Podcast Ryan, Nate, Chris, and Josh talk about random stuff! Topics in this episode: What influences drive smartphone choices? Is Reading Rainbow's recent Kickstarter a good example for future 'starters? Are game devs obligated to fix bugs? What isn't Mario Kart 8 available on every console? Topics in this episode: What aspects of smartphone OSes, from iOS to Android, influence buyers and the choices they make? Is Reading Rainbow's Kickstarter a good example of how a popular brand from the past can start their own? With Blizzard suing a maphack developer, what role do game developers have as far as defeating hacks and cheats? Why won't Nintendo release Mario Kart 8 on other platforms when there's obviously a market? http://s3.amazonaws.com/fapcasts/ep19.mp3 Sun, 1 June 2014 12:00:00 GMT 01:03:57 fairly,awesome,podcast,gaming,movies,comics,pop culture,technology,ios,android,smartphone,choice,reading rainbow,kickstarter,nostalgia,blizzard,maphack,lawsuit,cheats,hacks,obligation,mario kart,mario kart 8,nintendo,consoles yes fairlyawesomepodcast@gmail.com (Fairly Awesome Podcast) Fairly Awesome Podcast Ryan, Nate, Chris, and Josh talk about random stuff! [BAD AUDIO PROBLEM] Topics in this episode: What are the new changes to the Xbox One? Can fans of media be objective reviewers of the same media? The guys react to the new photos of Ben Affleck from the upcoming Batman vs Superman movie. [BAD AUDIO PROBLEM: New recording equipment wasn't set up right, so the podcast may be a bit rough to listen to] Topics in this episode: The Xbox One has announced some new changes, how will these impact sales and the continuing console wars? Can a fan of video games or movies be an objective reviewer of material in that field? What do we think of the newly released image of Ben Affleck as Batman from the still in production Batman vs. Superman film? http://s3.amazonaws.com/fapcasts/ep18.mp3 Sun, 18 May 2014 12:00:00 GMT 00:54:03 fairly,awesome,podcast,gaming,movies,comics,pop culture,technology,xbox one,xbox,microsoft,kinect,changes,games with gold,media,fanatics,fans,objective,review,batman,superman,affleck,batfleck,ben affleck,fatfleck yes fairlyawesomepodcast@gmail.com (Fairly Awesome Podcast) Fairly Awesome Podcast Ryan, Nate (Host), Chris, and Josh talk about random stuff! Topics in this episode: Is HBO's deal with Amazon a good sign for streaming? What do we have to look forward to with survival horror this year? Is Fox's new series Gotham a must-watch show? Topics in this episode: HBO and Amazon have reached a deal to stream HBO's back catalog. Is this good for consumers and HBO going forward? Aliens Isolation comes out soon, is this just the first of a good year for survival horror games? Fox's new series Gotham focuses on Jim Gordon pre-Batman. Will this show be something new and different, or just another plain old cop drama? http://s3.amazonaws.com/fapcasts/ep17.mp3 Sun, 4 May 2014 12:00:00 GMT 00:54:02 fairly,awesome,podcast,gaming,movies,comics,pop culture,technology,amazon,hbo,streaming,netflix,hbogo,game of thrones,true blood,survival horror,aliens isolation,fran bow,routine,horror,zombies,dark,fox,gotham,batman,jim gordon,bruce wayne,harvey bullock,tv,new show yes fairlyawesomepodcast@gmail.com (Fairly Awesome Podcast) Fairly Awesome Podcast Ryan (Host), Nate, Chris, and Josh talk about random stuff! Topics in this episode: Is there a secret formula for a successfuly movie? What is the state of game streaming? Are there any good TV shows from movies? What are the options for the desk averse? Topics in this episode: Is there a secret formula for viewers to figure out what blockbuster movies are worth watching? What is the current state of game streaming and what challenges will it face in the market? What TV shows have been spawned by movies and are they any good? As console gaming becomes more mainstream, what are the options for avoiding being strapped to a desk while gaming? http://s3.amazonaws.com/fapcasts/ep16.mp3 Sun, 13 Apr 2014 12:00:00 GMT 00:56:39 fairly,awesome,podcast,gaming,movies,comics,pop culture,technology,blockbuster,summer movies,game streaming,online,playstation now,tv from movies,fargo,tv shows,desk aversion,butto,gaming,console,desk yes fairlyawesomepodcast@gmail.com (Fairly Awesome Podcast) Fairly Awesome Podcast Ryan, Nate, Chris, and Josh (Host) talk about random stuff! Topics in this episode: Is Project Morpheus a competitor for Oculus? What's next for video game engines? How useful is crowdsourcing? Are you excitied for Guardians of the Galaxy? Topics in this episode: Is Project Morpheus, the new VR offering from Sony, a competitor for Oculus? What's next for video game graphics engines given the advance in technology? How useful is crowdsourcing given alpha/beta testing and world events? Without the same character build up The Avengers had, are you still excitied for Guardians of the Galaxy? http://s3.amazonaws.com/fapcasts/ep15.mp3 Sun, 30 Mar 2014 12:00:00 GMT 00:55:50 fairly,awesome,podcast,gaming,movies,comics,pop culture,technology,project morpheus,playstation,sony,oculus,oculus rift,vr,virtual reality,game engines,havok engine,id tech 5,bethesda,unreal engine,crytek engine,crowdsourcing,star citizen,guardians of the galaxy,marvel,avengers,captain america,thor,iron man,marvel comics yes fairlyawesomepodcast@gmail.com (Fairly Awesome Podcast) Fairly Awesome Podcast Ryan, Nate, Chris (Host), and Josh talk about random stuff! Topics in this episode: Why do gamers so often contradict themselves in the demands they make of game producers; is a resurgence of science upon us, and is it needed; why has a Halo movie not been made yet; and what's next for Star Trek on TV? Topics in this episode: Why do gamers so often contradict themselves in the demands they make of game producers?; Is a resurgence of science upon us, and is it needed thanks to attacks to science on several fronts?; Why has Microsoft/343 Studios not developed a Halo movie, even after the aborted attempt that lead to District 9?; Star Trek has been seen as a major component in pushing sci-fi on TV, but TV has been Trek-less since Enterprise: what's next for Star Trek on TV? http://s3.amazonaws.com/fapcasts/ep14.mp3 Sun, 16 Mar 2014 12:00:00 GMT 01:02:03 fairly,awesome,podcast,gaming,movies,comics,pop culture,technology,gamer demands,mass effect,gaming,longer games,shorter games,science,cosmos,neil degrasse tyson,carl sagan,bill nye,resurgence,halo,movie,343 studios,microsoft,district 9,star trek,enterprise,voyager,deep space nine,9,canon yes fairlyawesomepodcast@gmail.com (Fairly Awesome Podcast) Fairly Awesome Podcast Nate hosts the thirteenth episode of the podcast, co-hosted by Chris, Josh, and Ryan Nate hosts the thirteenth episode of the podcast, co-hosted by Chris, Josh, and Ryan. Topics in this episode: A new Amazon Pilots season has begun; What are the chances gigabit internet will take off; and is there a silver lining to the Comcast/Time Warner Cable merger? Nate hosts the thirteenth episode of the podcast, co-hosted by Chris, Josh, and Ryan. Topics in this episode: Amazon has started a new Pilot Season: will this change the way new shows get made now that more and more people are cord cutting; Google now provides gigabit internet in some parts of the country, how will this impact current broadband offerings elsewhere; and is there any silver lining to the Comcast/Time Warner Cable merger or the Netflix/Comcast deal? http://s3.amazonaws.com/fapcasts/ep13.mp3 Sun, 2 Mar 2014 12:00:00 GMT 00:53:07 fairly,awesome,podcast,gaming,movies,comics,pop culture,technology,amazon,pilot season,cord cutting,netflix,hulu,instant video,gigabit internet,google fiber,broadband,high-speed,comcast,time warner cable,merger,silver lining,fcc,regulation,monopoly,monopsony,good,bad yes fairlyawesomepodcast@gmail.com (Fairly Awesome Podcast) Fairly Awesome Podcast Ryan hosts the twelfth episode of the podcast, co-hosted by Nate, Chris, and Josh Ryan hosts the twelfth episode of the podcast, co-hosted by Nate, Chris, and Josh. Topics in this episode: Have gamers become (un)willing beta testers for new games; Between DLC, subscriptions, and freemium, what gaming model works the best; and is there any hope for Nintendo? Ryan hosts the twelfth episode of the podcast, co-hosted by Nate, Chris, and Josh. Topics in this episode: Though it's always existed, the new generations of consoles have made it more apparent that gamers are slowly being treated as beta testers; Some games offer DLC, some are subscription based, and some go with the freemium model: which works best; and with the poor showing of the Wii U, what can Nintendo do to get back into a market they seem to be losing ground in? http://s3.amazonaws.com/fapcasts/ep12.mp3 Sun, 16 Feb 2014 12:00:00 GMT 01:09:09 fairly,awesome,podcast,gaming,movies,comics,pop culture,technology,beta testing,beta,battlefield,kickstarter,day z,testing,unfinished,dlc,downloadable,content,downloadable content,subscription,freemium,free to play,world of warcraft, league of legends,nintendo,ip, intellectual property,future of nintendo,sega yes fairlyawesomepodcast@gmail.com (Fairly Awesome Podcast) Fairly Awesome Podcast Josh hosts the eleventh episode of the podcast, co-hosted by Ryan, Nate, and Chris Josh hosts the eleventh episode of the podcast, co-hosted by Ryan, Nate, and Chris. Topics in this episode: What critically panned games have we enjoyed; what does the future hold for streaming media given recent events; what games are we excited for that are on deck for 2014; and what genres in gaming are currently under used? Josh hosts the eleventh episode of the podcast, co-hosted by Ryan, Nate, and Chris. Topics in this episode: Some games are critically panned, but turn out to actually be decent games. Here are a few we've played; with the recent net neutrality rulings and some Netflix related news, what does the future hold for streaming video; 2014 promises some big game launches, what games are we excited for; and with the glut of first person shooters, sports games, and third person puzzlers, what genres in gaming aren't getting the game coverage they deserve? http://s3.amazonaws.com/fapcasts/ep11.mp3 Sun, 2 Feb 2014 12:00:00 GMT 01:31:54 fairly,awesome,podcast,gaming,movies,comics,pop culture,technology,aliens,colonial,marines,games,panned,cricital,critics,wolfenstein,halo wars,brutal legend,netflix,net neutrality,amazon,prime,mechwarrior,titanfall,fps,first-person,shooter,point-and-click,adventure,mmo,elder scrolls,card games,magic,racing,stealth,under used,under utilitzed yes fairlyawesomepodcast@gmail.com (Fairly Awesome Podcast) Fairly Awesome Podcast Ryan hosts the tenth episode of the podcast, co-hosted by Chris, Josh, Nate, and Staughton Ryan hosts the tenth episode of the podcast, co-hosted by Chris, Josh, Nate, and Staughton. This Christmas-y episode presents the top 10 things we at FAPCast are excited about in the coming year, along with a few dishonorable mentions from the 2013. Ryan hosts the tenth episode of the podcast, co-hosted by Chris, Josh, Nate, and Staughton. This Christmas-y episode presents the top 10 things we at FAPCast are excited about in the coming year, along with a few dishonorable mentions from the 2013. http://s3.amazonaws.com/fapcasts/ep10.mp3 Sun, 22 Dec 2013 12:00:00 GMT 01:32:28 fairly,awesome,podcast,gaming,movies,comics,pop culture,technology,christmas,top 10,2014,anticipated,games,space,tech yes fairlyawesomepodcast@gmail.com (Fairly Awesome Podcast) Fairly Awesome Podcast Chris hosts the ninth episode of the podcast, co-hosted by Josh, Ryan, and Nate Chris hosts the ninth episode of the podcast, co-hosted by Josh, Ryan, and Nate. Topics in this episode: will second screen change the way we play next gen games; does gaming require a common skill set; is streaming/sharing the next-gen feature we didn't know we wanted; and are TV show finales fated to almost always be bad [SPOILERS]? Chris hosts the ninth episode of the podcast, co-hosted by Josh, Ryan, and Nate. Topics in this episode: how will next-gen games be impacted by integration of second screen functionality beyond just inventory management systems; do game developers and games in general expect a common set of skills from their players; are the new streaming and sharing features of next-gen consoles a much missed new feature or a flash in the pan; and are recent TV show endings becoming less satisfying for the viewers [SPOILER NOTES: 48:40 to 58:05 contains spoilers for Lost, Dexter, Sopranos, and Heroes; 1:03:04 to 1:03:30 contains spoilers for Farscape]. http://s3.amazonaws.com/fapcasts/ep9.mp3 Sun, 8 Dec 2013 12:00:00 GMT 01:08:59 fairly,awesome,podcast,gaming,movies,comics,pop culture,technology,second screen,assassin's creed,black flag,far cry,far cry 3,mechwarrior,apps,controllers,custom layout,halo,gears of war,streaming,sharing,twitch,twitch.tv,next-gen,xbox one,xb1,xbone,ps4,playstation,finale,lost,dexter,sopranos,heroes,farscape,st. elsewhere,newhart,breaking bad yes fairlyawesomepodcast@gmail.com (Fairly Awesome Podcast) Fairly Awesome Podcast Staughton hosts the eighth episode of the podcast, co-hosted by Chris, Josh, and Ryan Staughton hosts the eighth episode of the podcast, co-hosted by Chris, Josh, and Ryan. Topics in this episode include: how important are graphics in video games when it comes to enjoying a title; should our future missions to Mars be round trip or one-way; is waiting in line for a release or event really worth it; and has the stream of military tech advancements to consumers dwindled? Staughton hosts the eighth episode of the podcast, co-hosted by Chris, Josh, and Ryan. Topics in this episode include: with the new generation of consoles hitting gamers, how important are graphics in video games really; should our future missions to Mars be round trip exploration missions or one-way colonization outings; is waiting in line for a release, movie tickets, Black Friday, or any other big event really worth the hassle; and has the stream of military tech advancements to consumers dwindled and possible even reversed, so that military now relies on consumer tech more heavily? http://s3.amazonaws.com/fapcasts/ep8.mp3 Sun, 24 Nov 2013 12:00:00 GMT 01:05:54 fairly,awesome,podcast,gaming,movies,comics,pop culture,technology,graphics,playability,enjoyable,mission to mars,mars,red planet,colonization,exploration,waiting,on line,black friday,movie tickets,midnight release,military,military tech,sr-72,advancements yes fairlyawesomepodcast@gmail.com (Fairly Awesome Podcast) Fairly Awesome Podcast Nate hosts the seventh episode of the podcast, co-hosted by Staughton, Chris, and Josh Nate hosts the seventh episode of the podcast, co-hosted by Staughton, Chris, and Josh. Topics this go round include: have games and movies and other media become throw away experiences; what games have we lost interest in, but finished anyway; has consumer rage now become chic; and will a grittier Star Wars Episode 7 revitalize the franchise? Nate hosts the seventh episode of the podcast, co-hosted by Staughton, Chris, and Josh. Topics this go round include: are we so inundated with games and movies and other media that they've all become throw away experiences; what games have we lost interest in, but slogged through to the end anyway; has consumer rage now become what all the cool kids are doing; and with the promise of a return to its original trilogy roots, will a darker, grittier Star Wars Episode 7 revitalize the franchise? http://s3.amazonaws.com/fapcasts/ep7.mp3 Sun, 17 Nov 2013 12:00:00 GMT 01:12:10 fairly,awesome,podcast,gaming,movies,comics,pop culture,technology,throw away,media,games,lost interest,finished,rage,chic,rage chic,consumer rage,cool,star wars,episode 7,gritty,original trilogy yes fairlyawesomepodcast@gmail.com (Fairly Awesome Podcast) Fairly Awesome Podcast Ryan hosts the sixth episode of the podcast, co-hosted by Nate, Staughton, and Chris Ryan hosts the sixth episode of the podcast, co-hosted by Nate, Staughton, and Chris. On the table for discussion: Are movie release windows broken? Violent reigns in media, but sports are becoming sterile? Has trolling gone too far? Cloud / service based games...the new standard? Ryan hosts the sixth episode of the podcast, co-hosted by Nate, Staughton, and Chris. On the table for discussion: are movie release windows broken in the digital distribution age? Violence in media is at an all time high, yet previously dangerous sports are becoming sterile. Has trolling gone too far? Cloud / service based games...are we likely to see it as a new standard or just a fad? http://s3.amazonaws.com/fapcasts/ep6.mp3 Sun, 3 Nov 2013 12:00:00 GMT 01:15:28 fairly,awesome,podcast,gaming,movies,comics,pop culture,technology,release,windows,violence,media,sports,safety,trolling,jackassery,asshattery,cloud,gaas,games as a service,diablo,simcity,thin client yes fairlyawesomepodcast@gmail.com (Fairly Awesome Podcast) Fairly Awesome Podcast Josh hosts the fifth podcast episode, joined by Ryan, Nate, and Staughton Josh hosts the fifth podcast episode, joined by Ryan, Nate, and Staughton. They discuss backwards compatibility in modern gaming, how video game value per dollar compares to other entertainment, achievements and their impact on gaming, and the innovative world of 3D printing. Josh hosts the fifth podcast episode, joined by Ryan, Nate, and Staughton. They discuss backwards compatibility in modern gaming, both console and PC; how video game value per dollar compares to other forms of entertainment and the associated costs; achievements, trophies, and "achievement hunting" and how these impact game play; and how 3D printing advancements are pushing us closer to a build-your-own world. http://s3.amazonaws.com/fapcasts/ep5.mp3 Sun, 13 Oct 2013 12:00:00 GMT 01:15:28 fairly,awesome,podcast,gaming,movies,comics,pop culture,technology,backwards,compatibility,video game,value,bang for buck,achievements,trophies, achievement hunting,3d printing,3d yes fairlyawesomepodcast@gmail.com (Fairly Awesome Podcast) Fairly Awesome Podcast Chris hosts the fourth podcast episode, joined by Josh, Ryan, and Nate Chris hosts the fourth podcast episode, joined by Josh, Ryan, and Nate. They explore MMOs and their declining subscription numbers, the lack of space flight simulation games, à la carte TV offerings like Netflix and Hulu, and the new iOS7-ready Game Case controller. Chris hosts the fourth podcast episode, joined by Josh, Ryan, and Nate. They explore MMOs, their declining subscription numbers, and the push for free-to-play gaming; the lack of space flight simulation games like Tie Fighter and Wing Commander; à la carte TV offerings like Netflix and Hulu and how these new players are affecting peoples' choices regarding cable TV; and will the new iOS7-ready Game Case controller for the iPad mini change mobile gaming. http://s3.amazonaws.com/fapcasts/ep4.mp3 Sun, 29 Sep 2013 12:00:00 GMT 01:15:28 fairly,awesome,podcast,gaming,movies,comics,pop culture,technology,mmo,space,simulator,netflix,hulu,cord cutting,ios,ipad,ipod,iphone,game case,mobile gaming yes fairlyawesomepodcast@gmail.com (Fairly Awesome Podcast) Fairly Awesome Podcast Staughton hosts the third podcast episode, joined by Chris, Josh, and Ryan Staughton hosts the third podcast episode, joined by Chris, Josh, and Ryan. They explore Kickstarter and crowd funding, Hollywood's obsession with reboots, what next-gen phones need to do to truly innovate, and the non-necessity that is the 2DS, as well as Vita TV. Staughton hosts the third podcast episode, joined by Chris, Josh, and Ryan. They explore Kickstart and crowd funding, Hollywood's obsession with reboots, what next-gen phones need to do to truly innovate, and the non-necessity that is the 2DS, as well as Vita TV. http://s3.amazonaws.com/fapcasts/ep3.mp3 Sun, 15 Sep 2013 12:00:00 GMT 01:21:33 keyword1,keyword2 yes fairlyawesomepodcast@gmail.com (Fairly Awesome Podcast) Fairly Awesome Podcast Nate hosts the second podcast episode, joined by Chris, Ryan, and Staughton Nate hosts the second podcast episode, joined by Chris, Ryan, and Staughton. They explore just how bad Ben Affleck as Batman will be, the existence of sophomore slumps, whether Sony's snark marketing is helping them, and opinions on linear and open worlds Nate hosts the second podcast episode, joined by Chris, Ryan, and Staughton. They explore just how bad Ben Affleck as Batman will be, the existence of sophomore slumps, whether Sony's snark marketing is helping them, and opinions on linear and open worlds in gaming. http://s3.amazonaws.com/fapcasts/ep2.mp3 Mon, 2 Sep 2013 12:00:00 GMT 01:05:37 keyword1,keyword2 yes fairlyawesomepodcast@gmail.com (Fairly Awesome Podcast) Fairly Awesome Podcast Ryan hosts the first podcast episode, joined by Chris, Nate, and Staughton Ryan hosts the first podcast episode, joined by Chris, Nate, and Staughton. They discuss the upcoming release of the Oculus Rift, the potential downfall of Nintendo's flagship console, and debate whether the serious tone in comic book movies is good or bad Ryan hosts the first podcast episode, joined by Chris, Nate, and Staughton. They discuss the upcoming release of the Oculus Rift, the potential downfall of Nintendo's flagship console, and debate whether the serious tone in comic book movies is good or bad http://s3.amazonaws.com/fapcasts/ep1.mp3 Sun, 18 Aug 2013 12:00:00 GMT 01:05:37 keyword1,keyword2 yes fairlyawesomepodcast@gmail.com (Fairly Awesome Podcast)