Something Something Joystick

200 - LIVE! (and then DEAD!)

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 28 Mar 2016 11:38:00 +1100

You finally did it, you scumbums. You brought down one of Sydney's top 5 comedy-adjacent podcasts, right in the prime of its life. Hear our solemn death rattle, as recorded live at The Record Crate, Monday the 21st of March 2016, featuring special guests Simon Bosco, Ben Kochan, Reece Piper, Nikko Malyon, Alexei Toliopoulos, Kate Coates, and Fran Middleton, as well as a live performance from *musical guest* Anatole. Also, we cast Bernie Sanders in the movie 'Skeletonhood'!

Please note - we are new at recording live podcasts, and this one has a couple of bits of peaky audio, particularly during Anatole's performance. For lack of a more elegant solution, we urge you to track down his immaculately produced (and mixed, and mastered, and written, and performed...) records. Both his debut Westbrook and recent follow-up Surrounds are yours to stream on Bandcamp, and available as very reasonably priced downloads as well. However, the only way to hear this insane, exclusive remix is right here on SSJ.

CLICK HERE to download!

Thanks to Justin Andersen for the photo.
It's not a very good photo, but we appreciate the DIY spirit.

199 - Mr. & Mrs. Jiff

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 21 Mar 2016 01:06:00 +1100

This week, it's our final not-final episode, so naturally we talk about Xavier's friend Tom, melting snowmen, and cleaning products. Plus we invent ice-pants, envision an erotic-thriller Will Smith biopic and an Apprentice/Mentalist mashup, and bid a final goodbye to recording the Something Something Joystick podcast whilst and sitting in office chairs and wearing headphones.

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 3000: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
first summer in a city: free cake for every creature
TSGWTA Theme: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
FEATURE TRACK:
We've been saving this week's feature track for a special occasion, and what occasion could be more special than our second-last episode? Not one example springs to mind. This week, we're proud to share the first single from free cake for every creature's latest album 'talking quietly of anything with you'. This lo-fi, cute-as-hell gem is called for you, and if you like it, you can grab vinyl, tapes and shirts through Double Double Whammy, or do what we did and get their full digital back-catalogue (as well as pre-order the new LP) on Bandcamp.

CLICK HERE to download!
Come to our live show on 21/3/16! Details here!

198 - Hand Jobs: Although... (feat. Chris Endrey!)

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 14 Mar 2016 11:38:00 +1100

This week, we're joined by fantastic comedian and musician Chris Endrey, with whom we discuss several contemporary forms of performance, recount a recent trip to Melbourne (the City of Love), and invent a new game called That Sounds Delicious, What's That About?

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 3000: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Wine Dark Sea: PAINTonPAINT
TSGWTA Theme: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan

FEATURE TRACK:
When we booked Chris' appearance on the show we were delighted to find that it would coincide quite nicely with the long-awaited release of his band PAINTonPAINT's debut LP Night Rises. It's a terrific record, packed full of wonderful moments, and we're lucky enough to share one of them on our podcast, namely the anthemic Wine Dark Sea. If you like what you hear don't hesitate to grab the rest of the album on iTunes or Bandcamp!

CLICK HERE to download!
Grab tickets to see Chris at Giant Dwarf on 24/3, check out PAINTonPAINT's new album Night Rises, and follow Chris on Twitter!

197 - Dumbo 2: Taken 4 (feat. Gerard Dawney and Ben Hurley!)

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Tue, 8 Mar 2016 09:37:00 +1100

This week, we're joined by very funny comics (and "boys of the broth") Ben Hurley and Gerard Dawney! We learn that it's what's on the outside that counts, dish on Guy's Grocery Games and The Bachelor, and then Xavier reveals his one weakness: he's not sure who Val Kilmer is. Plus, we play an exciting game of That Sounds Good, What's That About?

MUSIC USED:
Spell: Rolemusic (CC BY 4.0)
SSJ Theme 3000: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Only Friend: Cub Sport
TSGWTA Theme: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan

FEATURE TRACK:
This episode we're showing off another track from Cub Sport's great debut album This Is Our Vice, which was released at long last this week. Xavier had the pleasure of seeing Cub Sport in Sydney during the week, and the propulsive single Stay was one of many highlights. This Is Our Vice is available now online or at your favourite record store.

CLICK HERE to download!

196 - Sorority Not Sorority

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Thu, 3 Mar 2016 14:43:00 +1100

This week, we regale a story of pizza delivery, discuss the highs and lows of the Academy Awards, and (most importantly), reveal the plans for our 200th and final episode!

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 3000: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Party In The Back: High Waisted
TSGWTA Theme: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
FEATURE TRACK:
We are super stoked to be featuring NYC surf-rock band High Waisted on this week's episode! Specifically, we're highlighting their new single Door, which comes from their debut album On Ludlow, released March 4th. It's a great record full of sunny surf-rock melodies, and it was recorded in the middle of a blizzard!

CLICK HERE to download!

195 - Making A Magician (feat. Juliet Timmerman!)

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Wed, 24 Feb 2016 12:35:00 +1100

This week, we're joined by extremely cool dude Juliet Timmerman, and we discuss America's upcoming Puppelection, the mysterious circumstances surrounding Tom's death, and magic weight-loss secrets. Also, we play a couple of great rounds of That Sounds Good, What's That About? in which we neglect to develop the 'Australian Hamilton' idea that came up earlier in the show but instead work up a double bill that includes 'Fuck Your Way Out Of This One, Houdini'.

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 3000: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
I Can't Tell: Big White
TSGWTA Theme: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
FEATURE TRACK:
We're stoked to be sharing Dinosaur City, the lead single from Sydney band Big White's new record Teenage Dreams! If you like what you hear, you can grab the album on cassette from Burger Records here, or on iTunes (US only). The album will be released internationally on the 18th of March, and you can preorder it on iTunes or at your local music store!

CLICK HERE to download!
Follow Juliet on Twitter @jraetimms!

194 - Bros In Different Area Codes

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 15 Feb 2016 11:23:00 +1100

This week, Tom's on assignment in Adelaide, SA, but the show must go on! Tom sends remote clips back to Xavier at SSJ HQ, who takes the opportunity to have some alone time (basically just shitting on Tom as usual). This is a bit of a weird one!

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 3000: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan

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193 - Hitlery Clinton (feat. Andrew Hastings & Runi Talwar!)

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 8 Feb 2016 19:43:00 +1100

This week, we're joined once again by the very funny Andrew Hastings, as well as SSJ newcomer (but Sydney comedy mainstay) Runi Talwar! We pick out some primo catch-phrases, dish on bears, and address some of the criticism we've faced for the representation of different groups on our program. Plus... we premiere a new segment called Meme Minute... and we also play a round of our classic game That Sounds Good, What's That About?

MUSIC USED:

Another beek beep beer please: Rolemusic (CC BY 3.0)

SSJ Theme 3000: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan

53: March of the Real Fly

TSGWTA Theme: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan

FEATURE TRACK:

This week's feature track comes to you from an exciting new Sydney band called Morning TV. The four-piece are currently recording their much-anticipated debut release, and if you want to keep up-to-date, you can find their Facebook page here. For a high quality, name-your-price download of this week's feature track, the totally gorgeous Morning, head to their Bandcamp page!

CLICK HERE to download!

Click here to grab tickets out Andrew's Adelaide Fringe show, with previous SSJ guests Dan Muggleton & Sam Kissajukian, and follow Andrew on Twitter @AndrewHastings

Click here for info on Runi's monthly sketch show Sketchy At Best, and follow Runi on Twitter @RuniTalwar!

192 - Swingers II: I Hardly Know Her (feat. Nikko Malyon & Reece Piper!)

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 1 Feb 2016 15:41:00 +1100

This week, we're joined once again by the very funny Nikko Malyon and Reece Piper! We premiere Tom's Rap Sheet (Song of the Summer 2016), and discuss Upton Girl, award-winning canine stunt-doubles, and Adam Sandler's role in Star Wars: The Force Awakens. Plus, we premiere some exciting new segments of the show, including Cricket Minute, Voldemort Minute, and The One-Minute Minute! Plus we see how low we can go, and play another round of That Sounds Good, What's That About?

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 3000: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Never Try: PUP
TSGWTA Theme: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan

FEATURE TRACK:
I will determinedly play music by the effortlessly cool Toronto four-piece PUP at any and every opportunity I am given, until the moment life is snatched away from me. Today we are thrilled to share their new single, DVP, which will be featured on their upcoming second album. Check out PUP's self-titled debut on Bandcamp or from a cool record shop near you, and resign yourself to the same eternally blissful fate as me!

CLICK HERE to download!
Check out Green Lights Comedy and Comedy at Papa Gede's on Facebook for upcoming shows!

191 - Face Facts

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 25 Jan 2016 14:21:00 +1100

This week, we're guestless, restless, and ultimately pointless, but we have a fast-paced discussion about the important things in life, such as For Dummies books, pipe-cleaners, and eating human teeth. Plus we play another exciting round of That Sounds Good, What's That About? in which we're visited by the famous Wolf of Wall Street from that movie (y'know, Wolf Creek).

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 3000: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Teenager: Jeff Rosenstock
TSGWTA Theme: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
FEATURE TRACK:
This week we're pleased as punch to be playing tunes by the legendary Jeff Rosenstock, who's been a central part of the SSJ narrative since Tom interviewed him about four years ago. This week, we're spotlighting Rosenstock's 2013 EP entitled 'Summer', and in particular, the track Eastern Coast. If you like what you hear, Rosenstock's back-catalogue is absolutely worth your time - you can find it on his Bandcamp page or for pay-what-you-want donation from Quote Unquote Records. Plus, just announced, Jeff Rosenstock will be touring Australia yet again in March - for tickets head to www.jackknife.com.au/

CLICK HERE to download!

190 - King of the Moles (feat. Sam Kissajukian & Rosie Rivette!)

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 18 Jan 2016 12:36:00 +1100

This week, we're joined by the very funny and fabulous Sam Kissajukian and Rosie Rivette! That's right, it's our first episode recorded with a real-life couple. You can feel their romance bloom while we discuss Rocky II, complaint letters, and eating possum poo! Plus, we commit mail fraud, have an impromptu singalong, and play a fantastic game of That Sounds Good, What's That About?

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 3000: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Tiny Islands: Tangerine
TSGWTA Theme: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
FEATURE TRACK:
We are so stoked to be featuring music by Tangerine for the second time! Tangerine are a wonderful little band from Seattle, whose 2014 EP 'Behemoth!' is still on high rotation here at SSJ HQ (ever since we featured it in Episode 163). The band's new single, Tender, is two minutes in heaven, and will be featured on their new EP 'Sugar Teeth', coming from Swoon Records on February 19th. Keep it locked to the band's website for news, links to their social media, tour dates, & all the ways you can check out their excellent back-catalogue!

CLICK HERE to download!
Check out Sam's upcoming tour dates!
Check out Rosie on Facebook and Instagram!

This episode features two of the most gorgeous
guests we've ever had on the show, so naturally
we forgot to take a photo. Oops!

189 - GOTYE #5 / Bombshell

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Tue, 5 Jan 2016 14:49:00 +1100

This week, it's time once again for our very special Game Of The Year Edition, in which we pick apart the year that was 2015. It's very trendy to have lists of your top favourite things too, so we look back at some of our favourite movies, games, music, podcasts, and more. Plus, we drop a very big announcement! No joke, it's a really big one. It's not that part where we admit to being Men's Frights Activists, it's after that, and it's a real thing that is real and big. Thanks for listening!

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 3000: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Magi Fuel: Cull
FEATURE TRACK:
We are lucky enough to be playing tracks from Sydney band Cull's brand-new LP 'Aloft', which is an absolutely gorgeous mix of psych, shoegaze and dream-pop. Our feature track for this week is the super-groovy track The Quality of Being Lifelike. You can get the whole stunning album, plus Cull's impressive back-catalogue, on their Bandcamp page for very reasonable prices!

CLICK HERE to download!

188 - Shared Xmas Universe (feat. Alexei Toliopoulos & Marcel Blanch-de Wilt!)

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Fri, 25 Dec 2015 10:29:00 +1100

This week, we're joined by our very good friends Alexei Toliopoulos (Blank Slate Movie Podcast!) and Marcel Blanch-de Wilt (Marcel's Best Friends Club!) for our fourth annual Xmas Xtravaganza! We talk about our ideal gifts (then exchange Shitmas gifts instead), meet holiday characters Traditional Santa, Cool Santa and Geoffrey Claus-Toliopoulos. Plus, we play an exciting game of That Sounds Good, What's That About? in which we explore an Avengers-style shared-universe Christmas movie!

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Xmas Theme 2.0: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Chris Farren's Disney's Frozen (ft. Sean Bonnette & Anika Pyle): Chris Farren
TSGWTA Theme: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
FEATURE TRACK:
This week, we're featuring another track by New York band Pupppy, who we previously featured on Episode 160. We loved their album Shit In The Apple Pie so much we named the episode after it, but it only occurred to me recently that the record was hiding a really fantastic, melancholic, anxious Christmas song - one which would fit in really well on our weird podcast. If you like it, you should grab the whole album for pay-what-you-want on Bandcamp!

CLICK HERE to download!
Follow Marcel on Twitter: @MarceldeW
Follow Alexei on Twitter: @ThisIsAlexei

187 - Lost In... (feat. David Noble!)

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 21 Dec 2015 10:50:00 +1100

This week, we're joined by special guest David Noble, with whom we discuss having a lot of CDs, playing the drums, and out-there advertising. Plus, we come up with a vibrant new advertising campaign for the podcast, meet Dave's parents, and play an exciting round of That Sounds Good, What's That About?
Disclaimer: We were doing really well at pretending we didn't record this episode well in advance... until we accidentally talked a whole bunch about the new Star Wars movie we hadn't seen yet. Oops.

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 3000: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
His Dick Is Bigger Than Mine: All My Alien Sex Friends
TSGWTA Theme: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
FEATURE TRACK:
Dave was nice enough to share some tracks from his band All My Alien Sex Friends with us this week, and so you better be nice enough to follow through and check out some more! This week we feature the band's newest single, I Luv u (Feat. Jake Dobson), which you can find all sorts of places including Soundcloud & Unearthed, plus you can check out the All My Alien Sex Friends EP while you're there!

CLICK HERE to download!

we actually only have a cat for the weeks
we forget to take a podcast pic.

186 - Know Where To Bee (feat. Kate Coates & Fran Middleton!)

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 14 Dec 2015 10:08:00 +1100

This week, we're joined by the hilarious Kate Coates and Fran Middleton, who introduce us to their friends, journalists Leigh Sales and Kerry O'Brien, and then stick around to discuss cats, artificial intelligence, and dental Christmas miracles. Plus, we play an exciting round of That Sounds Good, What's That About? where we explore "Know Where To Bee: A Silent Musical In 3B".

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 3000: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Nowhere To Be: SPORTS
TSGWTA Theme: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
FEATURE TRACK:
We are stoked to be playing songs by SPORTS this week. The young Ohio pop-punk band's 2014 debut 'Sunchokes' has been on high rotation at SSJ HQ since we first heard it earlier this year, and its newly-released follow-up, 'All Of Something', is every bit as satisfying (if not more!) We're featuring the irresistible Reality TV from the new record, but if you want to hear more, head to SPORTS' Bandcamp page!

CLICK HERE to download!
Blow up our Twitters: @katewearscoates @Fran_Middleton @XavierRN @tmsndrsn

185 - SSJ 4th Birthday Cliptacular!

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 7 Dec 2015 01:39:00 +1100

This week, we celebrate 4 years since our first episode by looking back at the best moments from the past year of Something Something Joystick! That's right, we've put together ten hand-picked Magic Moments to show off the very best that we can be. But is it good enough? You be the judge!

FEATURE TRACKS:
In the spirit of celebration, we've chosen a couple of extra tracks from artists we've already featured on the podcast this year. We just can't get enough!
Natalie Prass - Bird of Prey, from her debut self-titled album, available at natalieprassmusic.com/
PUP - Dark Days, from their debut self-titled album, available at puptheband.bandcamp.com/

CLICK HERE to download!

184 - A Big Pile of Dosh (feat. Andrew Hastings!)

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 30 Nov 2015 10:20:00 +1100

This week, we're joined once again by the very funny Andrew Hastings, and we discuss Hot Topic, STI tests, and film & television actor James Cromwell. Plus, we tear into another round of That Sounds Good, What's That About? and explore a rap documentary about Will Smith.

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 3000: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Laugh Till I Cry: The Front Bottoms
TSGWTA Theme: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
FEATURE TRACK:
This week, we're thrilled to be playing tracks from the new album by legendary New Jersey punk band The Front Bottoms. The record's called 'Back On Top'; it's available through Fueled By Ramen or on the band's website, and if you like the lead single we're featuring, HELP, anywhere as much as we do, the rest of the album is a must-hear!

CLICK HERE to download!
Email Tom or Xavier or both!
Follow Andrew on Twitter: @AndrewHastings

183 - Some Ship

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 16 Nov 2015 10:14:00 +1100

This week, Tom defends his reputation as Ultimate Champion, we talk a little about Eddie Vedder's giant brain, and we settle in for a chat with our subconsciouses. Plus, you guessed it - another round of That Sounds Good, What's That About?

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 3000: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Smash: PAINT on PAINT
TSGWTA Theme: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
FEATURE TRACK:
This week we're thrilled to be playing some tunes by Canberra's PAINT on PAINT, a new band made up of Hannah Beasley and Chris Endrey. Their newest single is called Two Mirrors, and it's an absolute ripper. For news on their forthcoming debut record and east coast tour, stay tuned to their Facebook page or sign up to their email newsletter.

CLICK HERE to download!
Email Tom or Xavier or both!

182 - Slow Hockey (feat. Nikko Malyon & Ben Kochan!)

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 2 Nov 2015 11:04:00 +1100

This week, it's a very special Hallowe'en Spook-Dracula! To celebrate, we're joined once again by our friends Nikko Malyon and Ben Kochan, and we discuss the Bloods vs. the Crypts, the death of Big Kev, and the Cool Klux Klan. A little later in the pod we're joined by two more very interesting fellows, so don't go anywhere! Plus, we play another exciting round of That Sounds Good, What's That About?

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Hallowe'en Spook-Dracula Theme: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
A Barricade Grows: Max Quinn's Onomatopenis
TSGWTA Theme: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
FEATURE TRACK:
Waterloo is the first single from the new EP by Max Quinn's Onomatopenis, Carpool Tunnel Syndrome. That sentence is a bit of a mouthful, but all you need to know is this is the brand-new release from Max Quinn, a very bloody good songwriter and performer, and this time around he's backed by full-band instrumentation, some of which was provided by our very own XRN. Keep an eye out for the EP next month, but for now, enjoy Waterloo!

CLICK HERE to download!
Come to Nikko's monthly show, Green Lights Comedy Nights!
Check out Ben's podcast, the newly-renamed Is That A Bit?
Email Tom or Xavier or both!

181 - The Laughing Cow (feat. Simon Bosco!)

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 19 Oct 2015 12:27:00 +1100

This week, we're thrilled to welcome the very funny Simon Bosco to the show! We talk about difficult names, practical effects, and selling it with your eyebrows. Plus, we play an exciting round of That Sounds Good, What's That About? (and we recast The Merchant of Venice with cuts of meat...)

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 3000: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Evaporate: Chris Farren
TSGWTA Theme: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
FEATURE TRACK:
Where U Are is the new single by punk rock celebrity Chris Farren, who you may recognise from his work with Fake Problems and Antarctigo Vespucci (who we featured in Episode 170!) This time around, it's a solo joint, but the great songwriting and energy are still there! To get your copy, head to Chris' Bandcamp page.

CLICK HERE to download!
Email Tom or Xavier or both!
Check out Siben & Benimon Present the Boskochcast here or on iTunes!
Follow Simon on Twitter @SimonBosco1!

180 - The Revolution Will Not Be Tinderised (feat. James Colley!)

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 12 Oct 2015 11:19:00 +1100

This week, we're joined once again by our old friend James Colley, and we dig deep to learn about the man behind the laughter. Plus, we discuss gift-wrapping, Kelsey Grammer, and tagging the moon, before jumping into another round of That Sounds Good, What's That About? (in which we forget all about #Proud Daddy and also forget about "wheezing the ju-uice", sorry).

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 3000: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Evie: Cub Sport
TSGWTA Theme: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
FEATURE TRACK:
This week we're privileged to be playing Brisbane-based band Cub Sport's brand-new single Only Friend, the first cut from their forthcoming LP This Is Our Vice, which is available for preorder on a variety of formats here. A preorder of the album will get you a high quality download of Only Friend plus two bonus tracks! That's just good bloody business!

CLICK HERE to download!
Email Tom or Xavier or both!
Check out Gruen, Wednesdays at 8:30pm on ABC as well as Ghost Stories, this Tuesday 13/31 at Giant Dwarf!

179 - The Huge Mer-Bitch (feat. Fran Middleton!)

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 5 Oct 2015 22:11:00 +1100

This week, we welcome the hilarious Fran Middleton to the show, and we discuss swimming around the world, favourite pies, and the universal language of juggling. Plus, we premiere a few new segments including Stinkers & Blinkers and The Blame Game, before launching into another instalment of That Sounds Good, What's That About?
[DISCLAIMER: XRN's microphone drops out at the 29 minute mark for about 6 minutes. Apologies - but please bear with it to hear Fran sing Sisqo's 'Thong Song'!]

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 3000: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
& On & On & On: Born Ruffians
TSGWTA Theme: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
FEATURE TRACK:
We've played music from Toronto's Born Ruffians on the show countless times since we started, and it's always a joy to share one of our absolute favourite bands on our little podcast. This week, the band released their fourth LP, RUFF, which is nothing but a good time and absolutely worth tracking down. We're featuring the new single Don't Live Up, which is the first track on the album. Grab a copy and check out the back catalogue on the band's website!

CLICK HERE to download!
Email Tom or Xavier or both!

178 - Star Wars Reboot

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 28 Sep 2015 22:55:00 +1000

This week, we take a dip in the SSJ jacuzzi (then relocate to the sauna), address some common criticism of the podcast, and discuss some of our most important religious beliefs. Plus, we play a couple of rounds of That Sounds Good, What's That About?

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 3000: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Can't Stop: Babaganoüj
FEATURE TRACK:
Brisbane quartet Babaganoüj have graced the SSJ podcast a number of times, as their string of impressive singles and shows have drummed up a lot of excitement over the past few years. It continues with their latest offering, Hit Song, which will appear on the band's new album when it drops in November. In the meantime, check out the band's singles on Bandcamp.

CLICK HERE to download!
Email Tom or Xavier or both!

177 - The Spill

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 21 Sep 2015 10:21:00 +1000

This week, we've got new digs! We sing the Ballad of Turd Ferguson, discuss the #libspill, and head to Bunnings Warehouse for an exclusive remote segment. Plus, we're in the middle of a 30 day happiness challenge, and we talk about how viewer feedback fuels the show. Plus, we play another exciting game of That Sounds Good, What's That About?

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 3000: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Hold On Together (feat. Phoebe Imhoff): Jeremy Neale
FEATURE TRACK:
Jeremy Neale has been a friend of the show for some time now, and we're very excited to share tracks from his brand-new EP 'Let Me Go Out In Style'! In particular, this week we're featuring the new single The Love Calling, which also features Harriette Pilbeam from SSJ faves Babaganouj. If you like what you hear, the new EP is available in a variety of formats from Jeremy's online store!

CLICK HERE to download!
Email Tom or Xavier or both!

176 - Any Old Mum'll Do (feat. Reece Piper!)

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 7 Sep 2015 10:44:00 +1000

This week, we welcome the very funny Reece Piper to the show, and we discuss the world's most famous convenience store, getting naked in public, and Oedipus complexes. Plus, we play an exciting round of That Sounds Good, What's That About?
DISCLAIMER: Please forgive the audio quality of this episode - one of our mics was playing up, but we managed to right it after the first segment.

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 3000: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Bass Straight: Corporate Vibes
FEATURE TRACK:
This week, we're featuring Corporate Vibes, a Brisbane group making dreamy, nostalgic synth-pop from a distinctly Australian vantage point. Our feature track is the driving rock'n'roll epic 'Sports Tonight', from the group's new album 'Sydney To Hobart', which you can download or buy on cassette via Bandcamp.

CLICK HERE to download!
Email Tom or Xavier or both!
Check out Reece's Sydney Fringe Comedy show, 'Now With Subtitles'!
Come to Reece's weekly room, Comedy at Papa Gede's!

175 - The Hippocampus (with guest host Shubha!)

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Sun, 30 Aug 2015 21:36:00 +1000

This week, it's a very special episode - Tom is away on camp or something, so Shubha returns to the show for a special one-on-one chat. We discuss Tom's absence (at length), iced chocolates, and the Golden Gaytime Icecream Tub Project. Plus, we play a thrilling game of That Sounds Good, What's That About?

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 3000: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Keyboard Skills: Jonesez
FEATURE TRACK:
Jonesez are a super-catchy group from Melbourne who were kind enough to let us play songs from their album Lazyboy on the show! Our feature track for the week is Crack Me Open (a bloody ripper of a song by anyone's standards), which you can find on Bandcamp (or your preferred digital retailer).

CLICK HERE to download!
Check out all the details & buy tickets for Shubha's Sydney Fringe Comedy show, 'Extra Virgin'!
Have a listen to Tom & Xavier on Marcel Blanch-de Wilt's podcast! (Here on Soundcloud, or search for 'Loose Five' on iTunes/Stitcher!)
Oh, and Tom has a Fringe show or something, but we don't have to talk about that.

174 - Three Hots and a Cot

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 24 Aug 2015 10:27:00 +1000

This week, Tom pees into a cup, then we talk about erotic bagpipes, targeted Facebook marketing, and of course, the brand new SSJ premium subscription service. Plus, we play an exciting round of That Sounds Good, What's That About?

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 3000: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
NBA Jam: Shiny Coin
FEATURE TRACK:
Melbourne group Shiny Coin are our feature artist this week, with their track My Friends. Their EP 'Tape' came out earlier this year, and has been on high rotation at SSJ HQ thanks to its fuzzy, garagey pop sound. It's not just a name, either - you can grab the cassette for just $5 thanks to Healthy Tapes, or just grab a pay-what-you-want download on Bandcamp!

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173 - A Jon Lovitz Vehicle (feat. Nikko Malyon!)

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 17 Aug 2015 11:21:00 +1000

This week, we welcome the hilarious Nikko Malyon to talk about right-wing sports radio, sins, and working for the FBI. Plus, we play an exciting new game called I Don't Care, I Love It! and of course a thrilling round of That Sounds Good, What's That About?

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 3000: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
No Breathing: Little Horn
Soothsayer: Little Horn
FEATURE TRACK:
Little Horn specialise in fuzzy, guitar-driven slacker pop in the vein of Wavves and Yuck. They've just released a new EP called Stranger Eons, which you can grab on cassette or digital download, and its lead single, Braindead, is our feature track this week.

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172 - The Fantastic Mr. Kotter

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 10 Aug 2015 08:58:00 +1000

This week, we talk about Public Domain (and the Yankovic Defense), Catwoman, and spooky-scary snakes & spiders. Plus we play a new game called The Fantastic "Fantastic Four" Four, as well as two rounds of That Sounds Good, What's That About?

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 3000: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Sore Arms: JODY
FEATURE TRACK:
Our feature track comes to us this week from our good pals at JODY, a Sydney band who've just released their debut EP, 'Jerk's Backyard'. Their single Codeine is a bloody good time, and it's the first track on the EP which is available on JODY's Bandcamp page.

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171 - Narwee High (feat. Luke Joseph Ryan!)

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 3 Aug 2015 10:34:00 +1000

This week, we're joined by the extremely funny Luke Joseph Ryan as we discuss magical beans, not having cancer, and the poor man's heroin. Plus, we play an exciting game of 12 Angry Men, and an even more exciting game of That Sounds Good, What's That About?

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 3000: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Monster Mash: Velociraptor
FEATURE TRACK:
I had the immense pleasure of seeing Brisbane band Velociraptor play for what must've been the tenth time this week. Incidentally they've just released a great single called Dollarmite, which you can hear in super low quality right here at the end of the episode! Mwah!

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170 - Close To Death

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 27 Jul 2015 17:27:00 +1000

This week, we talk about loop pedals, the Black Eyed Peas, and the majestic human (and their delicious teeth!). Plus, we play a brand-new game called 30 Under 30, inspired by Forbes' yearly list, and as always, we play an exciting round of That Sounds Good, What's That About?

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 3000: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Hooray For Me: Antarctigo Vespucci
FEATURE TRACK:
Antarctigo Vespucci are a really killer band comprised of Chris Farren from Fake Problems and Jeff Rosenstock from Bomb The Music Industry! They've just released their first LP Leavin' La Vida Loca, and they're kind enough to let you download it for free. They're even cool enough to use a Creative Commons license, which means we can share it with you on our show. These kinds of things are hard for musicians to do, so if you dig it, let them know, or donate something if you can, or order yourself a physical copy of the album.

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169 - The Moving Box Cumpany (feat. Henry Stone & Alexei Toliopoulos!)

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Tue, 21 Jul 2015 08:14:00 +1000

This week, we're very pleased to bring you our 169th Episode Spectacular! We welcome Henry Stone and Alexei Toliopoulos from the Blank Slate Movie Podcast onto the show, for a very sexy and particularly disgusting episode wherein we discuss enchiladas, crowbars, and Johnny Boxer from Fat Pizza.

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 3000 Sexy 169 Megamix: Cherax Destructor
Cherry Wine: Born Ruffians
FEATURE TRACK:
Toronto indie-pop group Born Ruffians are my favourite band, and it's always been an amazing privilege to play their music on the show. This week, they announced their fourth album RUFF, and our feature track this week is its first single, We Made It. If you like what you hear, check out their new website for info on pre-orders, tours, and their excellent back catalogue.

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168 - Birds Eye: The Musical (feat. Jamie Jowono!)

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Tue, 14 Jul 2015 11:54:00 +1000

This week, we welcome the very funny Jamie Jowono onto the show, and we talk about butt-huggers, weddings, and a harrowing bathroom tale. Plus, we play some of our favourite games, including 12 Angry Men, That's Not Content! and That Sounds Good, What's That About?

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 3000: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
P-90: Jonesez

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167 - Testament (feat. Dave McDermott!)

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Tue, 7 Jul 2015 12:29:00 +1000

This week, our very funny friend Dave McDermott finally returns to the show, as we discuss convenient truths, dating simulators, and Sciencey Michael. Plus, we play Five-Finger-Filet-o-Fish, 12 Angry Men and of course That Sounds Good, What's That About?

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 3000: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Like a New Dime: Taking Berlin
FEATURE TRACK:
News To Me is the first track and first single from Sydney band Taking Berlin's new EP 'Degenerate Rot'. These guys have really hit their stride on this release, and I'm frankly pretty surprised we haven't played any of it on the show yet. You can find it on their Bandcamp as well as Spotify, Soundcloud and Unearthed.

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166 - Maybe We WIll

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Sat, 27 Jun 2015 14:59:00 +1000

This week, we have to cancel our guest last-minute and go it alone, so we discuss Ja Rule, marketing, and California skate-punks OPM. Also, we premiere The Song of 12 Angry Men and play a round of That Sounds Good, What's That About!

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 3000: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Chunk: YEEVS
FEATURE TRACK:
Our feature track this week is Cycle As The Deal Goes Down, the first single from YEEVS' forthcoming EP 'How To Harken Back'. The EP will be released on 7 July, with a Sydney launch show scheduled for 7 August. Check out their Bandcamp and Facebook pages for more info.

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165 - That Sounds Good, What's That About? The Movie 2 (feat. Dan Muggleton!)

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Sun, 21 Jun 2015 13:43:00 +1000

This week, we're joined by the very funny 'Huge Old Boss' Dan Muggleton, as we discuss zoos, Heroes, and Dan's pre-cult origins. Plus, we premiere Twin Speaks, play a very meta round of That Sounds Good, What's That About?, and discover our new alter-egos, Hyphen & the Sandstorm!

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 3000: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
FF 2.0: Shaky Handz
FEATURE TRACK:
Sydney's SHAKY HANDZ have been described as "super chill dudes", and they specialise in catchy, ultra lo-fi punk tunes. Their just-released debut album 'CELEBRITY MAKE ME A SANDWICH' is packed with memorable moments. You can download it, or get on that sweet cassette business on their Bandcamp. This week's feature track is 'NOT SAFE IN THE CITY'. Yummy!!!

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164 - We Are Really Aliens (feat. Tom Gilmour!)

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 15 Jun 2015 08:44:00 +1000

This week, we can't do the podcast, because we're out in space. However, the two of us, plus intrepid explorer Tom Gilmour, have an important broadcast pertaining to the results of our mission, and thankfully, it's not that different to the show. For instance, we still play 12 Angry Men & a Baby, plus That Sounds Good, What's That About? and of course, as usual, we have our minds warped by nerve gas and we turn into aliens. Wait, what?

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 3000: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Mènage á Zilch: Angry Little Gods
FEATURE TRACK:
Make A Living, a track by Sydney band Angry Little Gods, whose members include Tom Sanderson and Tom Gilmour. Fun fact: these tracks (from 2014's Live Your Lives and Drink Your Beers) also feature ya boi XRN on drums!

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163 - Behemoth! (feat. Marcel Blanch-de Wilt!)

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 8 Jun 2015 11:09:00 +1000

This week, we're joined by the very lovely Marcel Blanch-de Wilt, and we discuss homelessness, Rugrats: All Growed Up, and give our tips on a successful transition to adulthood. Plus, we bring back fan-favourite segment 12 Angry Men And A Baby, as well as playing a round of That Sounds Good, What's That About?

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 3000: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Tidal Wave: Tangerine
FEATURE TRACK:
You'll Always Be Lonely is the first track from Seattle band Tangerine's latest release Behemoth! which you can pick up on their website or on iTunes. It's such a great record that I didn't know which track to highlight, so I just went with the first one because it was the first one I heard.

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162 - Divide & Conquer: Red Alert (feat. Lee Jowono!)

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 1 Jun 2015 09:32:00 +1000

This week, we welcome the very funny Lee Jowono to the show, and we talk about Tim Rogers, 'Clinton Tarantino', and Feet Christian Anderson. Plus, we try on new glasses, and then play 12 Angry Men & A Baby, and That Sounds Good, What's That About?

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 3000: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
The News: Jeremy Neale
FEATURE TRACK:
Hold On Together is the new single by Brisbane hitmaker Jeremy Neale, featuring ex-Go Violets and current Stevie frontwoman Phoebe Imhoff. It's a bloody ripper tune with a dueling solo between sax & flamenco guitar, and you can grab it on iTunes or on Jeremy's forthcoming second EP.

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161 - Plant A Big Wet One Square On The Lips

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Sat, 23 May 2015 15:55:00 +1000

This week, we're visited by Wil Anderson, Ringo Starr and the principal cast of NBC's Frasier! Plus, we play another round of 12 Angry Men, and That Sounds Good, What's That About? returns!

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 3000: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Goodhearts: Tim Fitz
FEATURE TRACK:
Sour, by Tim Fitz, from his 2014 release 'Goodhearts EP'! Tim Fitz is a heaps cool dude who plays bass for March of the Real Fly (whose music we've played on the show before), but also makes these crazy homemade jams on his own.

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160 - Shit In The Apple Pie

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Fri, 15 May 2015 13:33:00 +1000

This week, we premiere SSJ's third season! With a brand-new theme song, brand-new segments, and (most excitingly) brand-new recording equipment, you'll forget we ever disappeared off the face of the earth for 2 and a half months.

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 3000: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Beans: Pupppy
FEATURE TRACK:
Or Maybe We're Not, by New York band Pupppy, from their brand-new debut 'Shit In The Apple Pie'. Digital/cassette available on their Bandcamp page.

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159.5 - Cat Calling

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Fri, 6 Mar 2015 14:22:00 +1100

This week, it's another stopgap episode. We do our best to explain our absence and announce we'll be returning soon for Season 3!

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159 - The Nighties

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Wed, 25 Feb 2015 15:58:00 +1100

This week, we talk about dog presidents, Carly Rae Jepsen's new music video, and earwax. Also, we present our astonishingly boring look at the 87th Academy Awards! OSCAR BUZZ!
Plus, we premiere new segments like Bitches Be Trippin': Let Me Tell You 'Bout It, The Lying King, and As Many Questions As It Takes!

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Dark Days: PUP
Plastic Cups: Shaky Handz
FEATURE TRACK:
Friends Who Are Lesbian, by FOLEY! Their album is on Bandcamp but you can download this track free on Unearthed. Also, if you like 'em, let them know we sent ya on their Facebook!

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158.5 - Capable Hands

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Thu, 19 Feb 2015 13:30:00 +1100

This week, it's a lil' update episode to keep you in the loop. Regular episodes resume next week!

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158 - Can't Actually Stop, Thanks!

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 9 Feb 2015 17:17:00 +1100

This week, we talk about our Year 1 teachers, cockroaches, and one of Tom's nipples. Plus, making a return this week are your favourite segments What's Beautiful About The Art of Lovemaking?, Podcasting 101, and Animorphs Minute, You Am I's Tim Rogers stops by the studio, and we premiere new segments Checkin' In With The Wiggles and Let's Let It Happen Naturally!

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Get Fit For Summer: Teen Sensations
Woman: SPOD (Wolfmother cover)
FEATURE TRACK:
Dirty Hands, by The Grates, from their great new album Dream Team!

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Remember to start playing 1999's Barbie: Race & Ride (PS1) in preparation for SSJ's Video Game Book Club, coming up soon!

157 - Hurricane Superhighway

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 2 Feb 2015 16:01:00 +1100

This week, we discuss the cost of living, Snuffleupagus, and our love of nature. We also hold a Doritos intervention, are visited by a dog, and announce the subject of our next SSJ Video Game Book Club! Plus, your fav segments like Something Something Jepsen, Animorphs Minute and Sunny/Shade return, and we premiere Guess What Game This Is and Podcasting 101!

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
7-Eleven: The Grates
Mabu: PUP
FEATURE TRACK:
It Is You, by Natalie Prass, from her just-released debut album.

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156 - For Clowning And Whatnot

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Wed, 28 Jan 2015 01:16:00 +1100

This week, we discuss #Tay4Hottest100, Peter Pants, and the lesser-known works of Kelsey Grammer. Plus we revisit fan favourite segments such as Animorphs Minute, George Calling In and Something Something Jepsen! Also, we introduce SSJ's producer, Gavin.

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Call Me: The Grates
Back Against The Wall: PUP
FEATURE TRACK: Guilt Trip by PUP, from their self-titled debut. Check out the video here. Check out details of their Australian tour with the Smith Street Band here.

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Check out Xavier on the Stop The Posts podcast this week!

155 - Chimprov

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Wed, 21 Jan 2015 00:29:00 +1100

This week, we're visited by George Orwell and Sir Little Richard Nixon, we give you our take on the Oscar Nom-Nom-Nominations, and premiere a handful of new segments including What's Beautiful About The Art Of Lovemaking, Animorphs Minute, and Explain That?!

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
For Your Health: Dr. Spaceman
On Heat: SPOD
53: March of the Real Fly

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154 - Eminem's Minis

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Tue, 13 Jan 2015 14:30:00 +1100

This week, we discuss vampire love stories, romantic business trips, and pant legs. Tom gets sick partway through but we don't let that slow us down.

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Somebody Turn Me On: Babaganoüj
GIRL: March of the Real Fly

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153 - Hoverbored

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Tue, 6 Jan 2015 16:29:00 +1100

This week, we make deals with the devil, try and become ghosts, and plan the Something Something Joystick musical. Plus we introduce a brand-new segment called "Which Voice Belongs To Who?", and forget completely about another new segment called "New Words With Tom And Xavier".

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Happier New Year: Chris Farren ft. Lee Corey Oswald
Nothin' But Time: Bloods

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152 - GOTYE #4

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Thu, 1 Jan 2015 17:47:00 +1100

This week, it's our last episode of the year, so we take the chance to wrap up the year in video games & podcasts! This year we're a little light on lists, but that just leaves more room for classic comedy bits. We're visited by veteran actors John Hurt and Bill Murray, and I drink a lot of tequila and thus don't get any of Tom's jokes!

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
The News: Jeremy Neale
Letz Dance!!!: SPOD

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151 - Santa Claus Lane (feat. Alexei Toliopoulos!)

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Thu, 25 Dec 2014 22:46:00 +1100

This week, it's Christmas Eve - what better time to celebrate our third annual Very SSJ Shitmas? This time around, we're joined by our very good friend Alexei Toliopoulos, and things get truly very filthy as we talk about Star Wars, exchange gifts, and keep an ear out for jolly old Saint Nick coming down the chimney...

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Christmas Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Waiting For You In The Snow: Chris Farren ft. Laura Stevenson
Emo Revival Christmas 2014: Chris Farren ft. Matt Agrella
FEATURE TRACK:
Shitty Christmas: Babaganouj

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150 - A Monkey's Uncle

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Thu, 18 Dec 2014 16:52:00 +1100

This week, it’s our 150th episode, so we record in front of a live studio audience (until they go to bed). We discuss slugs, the Red Hot Chilli Peppers, and The Cricket. We also feature some brand-new segments, including one called Something Something Jepsen!

MUSIC USED:

SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan

Eye of the Beholder: The Rider

Surf & Sway: Teen Sensations

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149 - A Buffet of Guffaws

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Wed, 10 Dec 2014 09:45:00 +1100

This week, clips! CLIPS! It's our third podcast birthday so we've gone back through the archives and pulled out some of our favourite moments to share with you guys again. Cast your mind back and remember the year that was with these unforgettable podcast moments!! PLEASE

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Beach House: Hockey Dad
FEATURE TRACK:
Super Psyched For Your Birthday: The Danimals

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this pic is from february, so it's like a clip, basically.
also it bears mentioning that one of the biggest changes for
the podcast in 2014 was moving from our old studio (pictured,
located in my parents' bedroom) into our own house.
what a classic memory!!

148 - Cabo-Loading

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Tue, 2 Dec 2014 18:58:00 +1100

This week, it's the week before our third birthday celebration (oops), so we don't take the opportunity to look back on the year that was, and instead we talk about Tom's nanny named Fran, sex with extinct creatures, and Tyra Banks.

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Into My Arms: Bloods
Souvenir Teaspoon: Fun Machine

FEATURE TRACK:
Sleigh Ride: Max Quinn's Onomatopenis
from the brand-new Have Yourself A Merry Little ChristMax Quinn's Onomatopenis EP! FREE!
Come and see Max launch his album at the Oxford Art Factory in Sydney this Saturday night! Details here: https://www.facebook.com/events/592432820883099/

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147 - This Ain't War Horse XXX

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Wed, 26 Nov 2014 11:03:00 +1100

This week, it's a shockingly loose podcast, but we manage to bring a couple of new segment to the table (Sports Corner: Cornered By Sports, Nerd Alert), and we talk a little about romantic compatibility, the Front Bottoms, and the name Edwina.

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Skeleton: The Front Bottoms
A Barricade Grows: Max Quinn's Onomatopenis

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146 - Aw, Heck No!

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 17 Nov 2014 18:02:00 +1100

This week, we discuss miniature versions of The Clash, love-pranks, and some fun with lemon-lime jelly. Also, some special guests drop by the studio, so we're joined by Bigdick Peemore, Geriatric Seinfeld, and our cat!

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Harmony: Born Ruffians
Poison: March of the Real Fly
FEATURE TRACK:
Tarmax: Max Quinn's Onomatopenis
Come to MQOP's album launch gig at the OAF Gallery in 3 weeks! Details here!

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145 - Simpsorama

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Tue, 11 Nov 2014 17:42:00 +1100

This week, well, actually, a week six months from now, we recorded this very special episode, which, thanks to some conveniently unexplained time-travel nonsense, we can share with you now! We take a look into what life is like in the future and invite you along for the ride.

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
I Drew You Once In Art Class: Antarctigo Vespucci
In The Springtime: Velociraptor
FEATURE TRACK:
A Place To Go: The Rider
Check out their new EP at the link above and check out their November tour dates here!

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144 - SSJ Helloween Shocktober Spooktacular 2014!

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 3 Nov 2014 18:27:00 +1100

This week, it's the most wonderful time of the year, as we take an episode to honour all our favourite spooks, creeps, monsters and freaks: that's right, ourselves: Grave-ier Boo-betzki Boo-nan, and Tomb Severed Hand, Ugh, Son! We compare spooky sound effects, measure the length of of our genitals in Scrabble letters, and tell the grisly true story of Octopus's Garden.
Also I just realised we forgot to do another episode of World Of Scares. That would've been great.

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Halloween Theme: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Zombies!: March of the Real Fly
gristle castle: Poke -1,170
FEATURE TRACK:
Monster Beach Party: Teen Sensations
Grab a download or pre-order the Teen Sensations' debut 7" HERE.
Check out their Facebook page for the tour details, including a Sydney show with Dr. Spaceman!

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143 - Phan-Tom of the Opera

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 27 Oct 2014 18:52:00 +1100

This week, we discuss great Halloween costumes, Vanilla Ice, and the Phantom of the Opera. Also this episode, we record an on-the-fly cover of Taylor Swift's new single, Track 3.

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Bladerunner: Jeremy Neale
Lull City: Hockey Dad

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142 - A Sonic Voyage

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Wed, 22 Oct 2014 14:00:00 +1100

This week, it's a late, short episode, as we're troubled by technical difficulties and a lack of comedic energy. As Tom puts it, "No, we should still upload it. We can't miss a week."

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Braden+: Cherax Destructor

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141 - Sandra Bulldog

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 13 Oct 2014 18:30:00 +1100

This week, we talk about Men In Black theme songs, campaign slogans, and doorknobs, in a particularly off-the-cuff episode. No mail, no news, just a whole lot of crazy bullshit! Oh, and Tom has a dark secret... and we tell spooky stories, in a new segment called World of Scares!

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Less Bored, More Poor: Shaky Handz
Oh Yeah: Velociraptor
FEATURE TRACK:
Flower: March of the Real Fly
If you're in Sydney next week, come to the launch of March of the Real Fly's new single, Flower (the one at the end of this week's episode, doy!), at which Xavier will be playing with Max Quinn's Onomatopenis! Details here:
https://www.facebook.com/events/356882614478558/

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140 - Nicolas Ribcage

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Tue, 7 Oct 2014 14:12:00 +1100

This week, we talk about Wipeout, Daylight Savings Time, and the taste of potato. It's a bit of a slow-burner this week, in other words.

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Mama Says: Taking Berlin
Don't Die In Yr Hometown 2: Antarctigo Vespucci

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139 - Too Many Graphics (feat. Shubha Sivasubramanian!)

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 29 Sep 2014 17:00:00 +1000

This week, we welcome the very funny Shubha Sivasubramanian to the world of podcasting, as we talk about aeroplane food, brain surgery, and artisan candles. Also, Tom tries desperately to give away the address and name of our house...?

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
The Right To Call You: Velociraptor
Twin Size Mattress: The Front Bottoms

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Also, be Ellen de generous to each other!

138 - (LIVE) The SSJ 138th Episode Spectacular!

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 22 Sep 2014 13:37:00 +1000

This week, we're very happy to share the recording of our first ever live podcast, recorded 13/9/14 at the Factory Floor. Huge thanks to everyone who made this episode possible - the Sydney Fringe Festival for putting it on, our mate Ben Baker for supplying the art, of course our amazing guests Ben Kochan, Alexei Toliopoulos and James Colley, and mostly to all of you guys, who made it a feasible idea for us to try it out live and in person!
Sorry the audio's not perfect and a few of the jokes don't work too well as a podcast... I guess you had to be there. We had a blast and we're already planning the next one!

CLICK HERE to download!

137 - Big Week

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Wed, 17 Sep 2014 18:47:00 +1000

This week, it's been a big bloody week! We take this opportunity to take you through all the big developments in our lives over the past seven days. I won't give too much away here, since we pretty much get right into it off the bat. Also, we talk about how we strive for meaning in spite of the knowledge that life is meaningless.
Please remember to send in your Twitterotica for your chance to win a not-very-special prize!

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
My Favourite Colour Is You: Babaganoüj

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136 - The Beast With Four Thumbs

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 8 Sep 2014 17:25:00 +1000

This week, we talk about Father's Day, reverse zoos, and the Boston accent. Also, we reveal that Tom is moving into my house (!), draft a screenplay or three, and we're joined late in the game by special guests Noah Gorrick and James Colley! Also, two brand-new segments this episode! Holy crap!

MUSIC USED:
Straw Fields: Rolemusic
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Swing Left: Jeremy Neale
Bonus Oceans: Jeff Rosenstock

CLICK HERE to download!
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Check out The Book Was Better podcast!
Check out all the details & grab tickets for James' Fat Skeleton shows!
Grab tickets to the SSJ Live show! (It's next week!!)

135 - It's My Head!

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 1 Sep 2014 15:03:00 +1000

This week, we discuss Count Dracula, John Malkovich, and what senses you can expect to be using during our live show. Also, I tell a story about Carly Rae Jepsen, and keep everyone up to date on the price of Doritos at my local grocery store.

MUSIC USED:
A Ninja Among Culturachippers: Rolemusic
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Cool Drinkin': Babaganoüj
Hey Suzanne: Velociraptor

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134 - Kutch'd

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 25 Aug 2014 12:20:00 +1000

This week, we discuss the relationship between Jesus and Santa, notable entrants (and non-entrants) to the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge, and, of course, Taylor Swift's new song. Wow, we're so current! Look at us being aware of our present surroundings.

MUSIC USED:
Ants: Rolemusic
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
It's Rainin', It's Summer: Babaganoüj
Everything I Own: The Front Bottoms

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Grab tickets to SSJ Live - selling fast!
Grab tickets to Spooky Best Friend Hour, Tom's solo bolo Fringe show! (it's actually not solo bolo at all but I won't be performing and that's basically the same thing)

133 - Tug of War (feat. Josh Wheatley!)

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 18 Aug 2014 13:17:00 +1000

This week, we're joined by the wonderful Josh Wheatley, and the three of us discuss Tom's wedding, Sharknado, and Sugar Ray.

MUSIC USED:
Bacterial Love: Rolemusic
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Dancing On the Edge of Our Graves: Born Ruffians
I Got One: Twincest
FEATURE TRACK:
Ramona: Velociraptor (check out my review here!)

CLICK HERE to download!
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In lieu of a photo for this week's podcast, here's the poster for SSJ Live, designed by our friend Ben Baker! You might notice there's a third guest's name on there too. That's cos we're announcing our pal James Colley will be joining us, in addition to the already-announced Alexei Toliopoulos and Ben Kochan! Holy crap! Click here for tickets!

132 - Whaliens (feat. Alexei Toliopoulos!)

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Tue, 12 Aug 2014 13:12:00 +1000

This week, we're joined again by friend of the podcast and unstoppable riffmonster Alexei Toliopoulos, and we talk about movies that rhyme, The Magic Pudding & kidnapping.

MUSIC USED:
Beach Wedding Dance: Rolemusic
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
In Stranger Times: Jeremy Neale (feat. Go Violets)
I'm Giving Up On U2: Antarctigo Vespucci
FEATURE TRACK:
Bluff: Babaganoüj

CLICK HERE to download!
Check out @ThisIsAlexei on Twitter!
Check out Green Lights Comedy Nights!
Grab tickets to the Spooky Best Friend Hour!
While you're at it, grab tickets to SSJ Live!
As always, email Tom or Xavier or both!

131 - Industrious Susan (feat. Ben Kochan!)

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 4 Aug 2014 14:16:00 +1000

This week, we're joined once again by the very lovely Ben Kochan, and we discuss cultural sensitivity, Carly Simon, and, new to PSN, Rove Legacy... and all I want to talk about is the girls I met this week. I met some girls this week, guys. #metsomegirls

MUSIC USED:
The Pirate and the Dancer: Rolemusic
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Lone Star: The Front Bottoms
My Heart In Two: Jeremy Neale

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Check out Ben Kochan on Twitter!
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130 - The Sea Change Diet

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Sun, 27 Jul 2014 23:06:00 +1000

This week, we talk about how we'd prefer to be cooked, robot veins, and the new Weird Al porn parody... yeah, sorry.

MUSIC USED:
Dead Disco: Henry Homesweet
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Talking Through Walls: The Rider
I Can't Say No: Shaky Handz

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TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE NOW for the first ever SSJ live show! Click here for details!

VGBC 2 - NHL '94

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Fri, 25 Jul 2014 11:44:00 +1000

On the second ever Something Something Joystick Video Game Book Club, we talk about EA Sports' classic NHL '94, as well as a host of other ice hockey games, past and present. Huge thanks to everyone who participated & contributed to this episode - the VGBC format relies on an open discussion, so we're massively grateful for the input. Also huge thanks to our feature artist, Wollongong's Hockey Dad, for setting the mood for this episode.

MUSIC USED:
SSJVGBC DGG Megamix 5000: David GusTAVson GUStavson
Beach House: Hockey Dad
I Need A Woman: Hockey Dad
Lull City: Hockey Dad

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NEW: Grab tickets to our first ever live podcast!

129 - The Jockening (feat. James Colley!)

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 21 Jul 2014 14:49:00 +1000

This week, we're joined again by the hilarious and conveniently located James Colley, and we discuss music taste, sports, and then Xavier is blindfolded and teleported to several exotic locales because he has to have sex before the end of the episode or else he'll be executed. Y'know, the typical fuck-or-die scenario. Also, #NipplesAreCash, Santa sucks, Inspector Wrecks... Is it the best thing we've ever done? The worst? You be the judge.

MUSIC USED:
He Plays Me The Best Rhythms: Rolemusic
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Merry-Go-Round: Jeremy Neale (!)
Lull City: Hockey Dad (!)
We also used a lot of sound effects this week, and while I tried to make sure they were all license-free, if you hear something of yours you want taken down I'll be more than happy to fix it up!

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Check out James on Twitter or on SBS Comedy!

128 - Barduous

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 14 Jul 2014 13:17:00 +1000

This week, we talk about Shakespeare's sonnets, placenta, and humanity's underlying cookie-wish... and I think we establish what, like, 7 of the 11 secret herbs and spices are.

MUSIC USED:
Daniel's Kruis: RoccoW
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
RITING SUX: Shaky Handz
Turning Images: Elstow

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127 - Brony Soprano (feat. Max Skelton!)

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Sun, 6 Jul 2014 19:44:00 +1000

This week, the very funny Max Skelton makes his return to the show, and we discuss lemons, elephants, the postal service, and The Twilight Zone.

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
House of Cards: Astrid & the Asteroids
With An Ax: Born Ruffians

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126 - The Very Hungry Human Centipede

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 30 Jun 2014 19:07:00 +1000

This week, we talk about sailing, the Presidents of the United States of America, and orgies. Plus, we announce the second ever Something Something Joystick Video Game Book Club! I kind of don't want to spoil the surprise by posting what it is here...

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Dead Disco: Henry Homesweet
Skipping Stones: Dr. Spaceman
Too Soaked To Break: Born Ruffians

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125 - Naked Postman (feat. Samuel Kettler!)

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 23 Jun 2014 16:01:00 +1000

This week, we're joined by the very lovely Samuel Kettler (Sydney Comedy Festival! Mug & Kettle!), as we discuss Open Mic Spider-Man, Coneheads, and we feature one of our favourite segments, What's On Samuel Kettler's Mind?

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Love Right: Astrid & the Asteroids
Shady Lane (Pavement cover): Cull
FEATURE TRACK:
She's Lonely Again: Dr. Spaceman (from the brand-new EP 'Are You Feeling Nervous?', available now!)

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Check out Sam on Twitter: @samuelkettler

124 - The 3rd Annual E3 Spooktacular!

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 16 Jun 2014 01:17:00 +1000

This week, it's gaming's equivalent of Wrestlemania, which we're not allowed to talk about, sorry. But we do talk about video games! That's right, on this week's double-bumper (front and back) length episode, we take you through every moment of every one of this year's E3 conferences in the fantastic detail you've come to expect from the professional games journalists at SSJ. Also, is there a David Jekyll Pierce?

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
I've Got Nothing: RoccoW
He Plays Me The Best Rhythms: Rolemusic
Paris: Taking Berlin
Your Sufferin' Heart: Born Ruffians
Rodney Robot and the Porcelain Maggot: Angry Little Gods
Augustus: Plasmon Resonance Band
I Don't Wanna Die (Ging Nang Boyz Cover): Jeff Rosenstock

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123 - John, Paul, Ringo, George & Dung (feat. Andrew Hastings!)

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 9 Jun 2014 16:12:00 +1000

This week, we're joined by the extremely lovely Andrew Hastings, as we talk about our not-so-sordid love lives, onstage spectacles, and a whooole lot of Don Pardo. Also, on your request, we don't talk about wrestling at all. Oh yeah, and James Colley dropped by! That was nice. Also -there's no soundcheck at the end of this episode because it was already the length of a bumper.

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
I Want You: Food Court
Cherry Wine: Born Ruffians

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Check out Andrew Hastings on Twitter!

122 - Soup Merman

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 2 Jun 2014 01:59:00 +1000

This week, we talk about rock 'n' roll high school, what Hell smells like, and Mon-Secret-Santo, plus we announce our first official political endorsement.
Also, this episode gets downright pornographic in several places and I don't think either of us noticed at the time but it could be kind of an uncomfortable listening experience, so, you know... Go team!

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
PRB TV Theme (Leo J Mix): Plasmon Resonance Band
She's Away: Food Court

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121 - Michelangelo Jackson (feat. James Colley!)

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 26 May 2014 21:42:00 +1000

This week, we're joined by the hilarious and conveniently located James Colley! We discuss the joys of being an online nuisance (it's no coincidence this is an extra-long episode), the importance of expressing oneself (even if it's into a mailbox), and the perils and pitfalls of OKCupid profiles. Also, Tom asks if James' mum is hot! Woo!
Also - we got so much great listener mail this week that this turned into a bumper-length episode. The length of a bumper! That's pretty long. Anyway, thanks!

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
All Will Be Well: RoccoW
Bonus Oceans: Jeff Rosenstock

CLICK HERE to download!
Check out James' podcast: Stop The Posts
Find him on Twitter: @JamColley
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120 - Shredsylvania

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Sun, 18 May 2014 21:51:00 +1000

This week, we talk about basketball, Shania Twain, and whether the Pope has a motorbike. By the way, I'm sorry about yelling "white power!" into the microphone this week, but honestly it's my god-given right to express my opinions, and if you ask me it's time the white male perspective got some airtime, especially in the medium of gaming podcasts. Also sorry that I said Pope Benedict XVI was played by Matt Gourley on the Comedy Bang Bang podcast. He was actually played by Matt Besser.

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Wandering Eye: Born Ruffians
Little Blue Pills: Jeff Rosenstock

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119 - Set Knives To Stun (feat. Ben Baker & Jem Gold!)

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Sun, 11 May 2014 22:00:00 +1000

This week, we're joined by our pals Ben Baker and Jem Gold - together at last! With the help of our guests, we touch on subjects like Carly Rae Jepsen, holographic swimming goggles, and how to use a 3D printer to turn yourself into Inspector Gadget.

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Yellow Dust: Rolemusic
Rage Flows: Born Ruffians

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Check out Bake-Dog and the Golden Girl's podcast: IGN AU Pubcast (or just search for it on iTunes)

i forgot to take a photo, so here is a
painting someone did of me on the internet.

118 - Nature's Quad Bike (feat. Ben Kochan!)

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Sun, 4 May 2014 13:25:00 +1000

This week, we're joined by the hilarious Ben Kochan (standup! podcasting! a nice jacket!), and we talk about juicing, Michael Caine, and the ins and outs of the wacky world of standup comedy! Hello!!

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Oh Cecilia: Born Ruffians
Freaking Viking: RoccoW

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Ben's Twitter: @BenKochan

117 - Sandra Buttock

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 28 Apr 2014 13:55:00 +1000

This week, we talk about Alfred Matthew Yankovic, a good twerk ethic, and the differences between soccer and football.

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Weeklybeats 2014 #2 - Daniel's Kruis: RoccoW
Cool Tall Buildings: UV Protection

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116 - Another Man's Pleasure (feat. Alexei Toliopoulos!)

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 21 Apr 2014 15:33:00 +1000

This week, we're joined by our good friend Alexei Toliopoulos, and we discuss vampire toilet habits, mutant rat meat, Meg Ryan, Jabba the Hutt's gay uncle, and actual video games. Seriously!

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Rude Dude: Halloween
Cherry Wine: Born Ruffians
FEATURE TRACK:
Little Lives, Little Days: General Pants & the Privates

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And of course, come along to Green Lights Comedy Nights on April 25th!

115 - BluRay

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 14 Apr 2014 15:10:00 +1000

This week, we discuss the important topics, such as Cher Guavara, two-dimensional weaponry, and sweet robot lovemaking. Awww yeah. PS - please send in listener mail and tweets and stuff about Mixed European Handball. I'm fascinated.

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Gin Bar: Fun Machine
ZX Spectrum Ringtone: Rolemusic

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114 - Max Fitching

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Tue, 8 Apr 2014 10:26:00 +1000

This week, we talk about Bane, water fights, and late night television. I think.

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Born On A Train: The Candy Strypers
Monster On Campus: Halloween

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113 - Why Am I A Vampire?

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Tue, 1 Apr 2014 20:09:00 +1100

This week, we talk about... The Producers... Venice... uhhh... Bitcoins? The Baha Men? Holy crap. This just happened and I already forgot everything. Mad Men time travel spoilers? Just listen for this one I think.

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Spacerocket: Baerfrens
Ren Yao: Halloween

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112 - Food Court

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 24 Mar 2014 19:28:00 +1100

This week, we talk about World War III, Miley 'Mutant Pig' Cyrus, and the criminal justice system. Did I fall asleep while editing this week? You'd better believe it.

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Alchemist: Fun Machine
She's Away: Food Court [huge thanks to these guys for letting us play their single!]

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111 - The Biblical Sense

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Tue, 18 Mar 2014 13:02:00 +1100

This week, we warn you in advance that this episode is actually h a u n t e d. Also, we talk about marshmallow fluffers, Charlize Theron, and babies smiling at us!

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan

Evil Makings: Halloween / CC BY-NC-SA 3.0
Horse: Plasmon Resonance Band

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110 - Not Fit For Pigs

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 10 Mar 2014 19:20:00 +1100

This week, we talk about parsnips, Enrique Iglesias, and of course - the torturous details of our love lives. It wouldn't be SSJ without it.

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan

Don't Wipe Your Face With Your Shirt: The Cornell Hurd Band / CC BY-NC-ND 3.0

Padi Badi Bap: (Mister Jan and His Singing Little Spiders) / CC BY-NC-SA 3.0

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109 - NOS Pitting

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Tue, 4 Mar 2014 11:19:00 +1100

This week, things take a turn for the sleepy as we talk about we gave her most of our lives, sacrificed most of our lives, we gave her everything money could buy.

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108 - Just Not Crickets (feat. Dave McDermott!)

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Sun, 23 Feb 2014 09:07:00 +1100

This week, the hilarious Dave McDermott joins us as we talk about animal sports, immoral charities, and high-concept porn.
Check out Dave's podcast The Shut-In Show! iTunes / Tumblr / Twitter

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan

Almost Anything: Atlantic Thrills / CC BY-NC-ND 3.0

Everyone Has A Story: Edema Ruh
FEATURE TRACK:
In The Jungle: Fun Machine (from their brand-new debut album Bodies On, available now!)

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107 - Hairy Styles (feat. Jem Gold!)

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 17 Feb 2014 07:12:00 +1100

This week, we're joined by the delightful Jem Gold, and we talk about Taylor Swift, lizards, and Stone Cold Steve Austin. You can hear more of Jem on her podcast, which you can find HERE! Or HERE! But not HERE!

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan

Kiss Me I'm Drunk: Valley Lodge / CC BY-NC-ND 3.0

Eléfant Supernova: Ménage Quad / CC BY-ND 4.0

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106 - Crappy Bird

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Wed, 12 Feb 2014 10:11:00 +1100

This week, we get a little bit romantic, as we touch on Valentine's Day, the Super Bowl, and Flappy Bird.

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan

BoomClickClap: Wan / CC BY-NC-SA 3.0

The Insider Theme: The Insider / CC BY-SA 3.0

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105.5 - Oops

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Sun, 9 Feb 2014 22:44:00 +1100

Dang it, guys. I blew it. I friggin' blew it.

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105 - Out Of The Stupid Park

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 3 Feb 2014 20:41:00 +1100

This week, it's very very late, and we talk about Frankie Muniz, health kicks, and Smobie Culders.

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan

Acid Rain: Atlantic Thrills / CC BY-NC-ND 4.0

Peaches: Halloween / CC BY-NC-SA 3.0

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104 - Dat American Life (feat. Ben Baker!)

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 27 Jan 2014 22:06:00 +1100

This week, we're joined by the inimitable Ben Baker, as we discuss fictional limbs, wave racing, and Billionaire Gates. Apologies for the shitty audio quality (due to my broken computer) and subsequent shitty editing (due to my new computer and scary new software).

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan

Hello (Chiptune Cover): RoccoW / CC BY-SA 3.0

Your Mother In Chiptune: Fried Moura / CC BY-NC-SA 3.0

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103 - Robot Police Officer

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Tue, 21 Jan 2014 11:16:00 +1100

This week, we muse about RoboCop, Turner & Hooch, and handwriting all the while teetering on the brink of total technical collapse. BTW - we're totally accepting donations of new MacBook Pros.

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan

A Scent Of Europe: rugar / CC BY-NC-ND 3.0

Crash Of The First Interstellar Channel: 2NRO8OT

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102 - Balloon Animals

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 13 Jan 2014 18:19:00 +1100

This week, we talk about haunted mansions, wrestlers vs. ice cream, and tell a gripping story, c/o a ten-year old boy.

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
My Attributes: Dr. Spaceman

The Pirate And The Dancer: Rolemusic / CC BY-NC-SA 3.0

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101 - GOTYE #3

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Tue, 7 Jan 2014 13:09:00 +1100

This week, it's our third annual Game Of The Year Edition! What a year it's been. Congratulations to all our winners, your trophies are in the mail!

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
$2,400,000 - Bomb The Music Industry
Takes A Sudden Turn - Victory Road

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100 - A Very Something Xmas III

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Wed, 25 Dec 2013 16:36:00 +1100

At long last, it's our hundredth episode, and our third Xmas special! Featuring a groin-grabbingly tense bout of gift-based interrogation, new groin-grabbing developments in our personal lives, and some un-addressed but ever-present on-air groin-grabbing.

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Xmas Theme: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Little Requests: Dr. Spaceman

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99.5 - Season 2

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Sat, 21 Dec 2013 23:17:00 +1100

This week, we're back! In POG form! Basically this is a mini (not mini) episode to explain why we've been so quiet lately, what our plans are for the near future, and what you guys have missed since we've been gone, I can breathe for the first time, I'm so moving on, yeah, yeah, thanks to you, now I get what I want, since we've been gone.

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan

Basketball (Live at WFMU on Beastin' The Airwaves) Speedy Ortiz / CC BY-NC-ND 3.0
Santa Monica: The Front Bottoms

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99 - Oh Brother

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Sun, 20 Oct 2013 23:36:00 +1100

EMERGENCY BROADCAST SYSTEM
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MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Skeleton: The Front Bottoms
Cold Pop: Born Ruffians

Matusalemm: Ciccilleju / CC BY-NC-ND 3.0

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98 - I Quit

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Sun, 13 Oct 2013 23:57:00 +1100

This week: caught is in session, with our new sitcom Street Court, Ronald McDonald, Pennywise, a new form of trademark law, stars, gravity, Grand Theft Automobile V, Pokémon X & Y, Beyond: Two Souls, Dragon's Crown, and a really serious conversation about post-modernism and the future of popular culture. Also burps.
In SSST: There's a Sleeping Dogs follow-up in the works, named Triad Wars. Also, uh... the 2DS came out?
In A.S.K. S.S.J: new segment names, clowns, driving in games, tap water additives, some anonymous love advice, Cher, Boston, Poland, Adelaide, Gaming Cult, murder, crying, and the higher-ups.

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan

Crush At Maracas Bar: Rolemusic / CC BY-NC-SA 3.0

Datahell: Goto80 / CC BY-NC-ND 2.0

FEATURE TRACK:
Au Revoir (Adios) - The Front Bottoms
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97 - Nog Coloured Chinos

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 7 Oct 2013 23:38:00 +1100

This week: boxing, explicit themes, the Backstreet Boys, booze, meatballs, maths, monkeys, Noddy, One Direction, the bible, a chance encounter with Rockabilly Taylor Swift, lies about Tom's girlfriend, OK Cupid (a name of a real-world person has been replaced with that of Emma Stone - for the record, Emma and I would be a much higher than 70% match), Bill Hicks, the cure for cancer, bouncy houses, the dangers of racism, and Grand Theft Automobile V.
In SSST: Valve trademarks Half-Life 3 in Europe, mysteries of my home life, The Chris Gethard Show, Bethesda set up shop in Sydney, details of the Steam Machine prototype, and the DualShock 4's PC compatibility.
In Ask SSJ: quitting jobs, daylight savings' time, America, Dogtown, actual video game questions, the oncoming singularity of popular culture (!), facial hair, young romance (and big bitches!), Tom gets weirdly passionate about how bad Gremlins is, Pokemon, SNES boss gimmickry, Tom's weakness to fire, and The Ink Spots.

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Who Do You Think You Are: The Bubblewrap Sensation

Brand Nu Snowjoggers: Zinger / CC BY-NC-ND 3.0

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96 - Poop Truck

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 30 Sep 2013 00:18:00 +1000

This week: Sandsky is hung over, Xavier is... well, Xavier... and surprise surprise, it's a real weird one! We talk about 127 Hours, Big Brother, party animal Tom Sanderson (and party animal XRN), ghost protocol, hosses, radiation, a one-way ticket to Mars, our post-death heritage, Rolf Harris, space-classical music, Kitty Pryde, cough-monsters, Grand Theft Automobile V.
In SSST: Steam announces the new Steam OS, the upcoming Steam Machines, and the real pretty-lookin' Steam Controller. Whoa! In other news - GTA V is being shown off at the New York Film Festival, and also, Toon Link. Also, TV shows and what they're about, or something.
In Ask SSJ: Will Smith? Where is it? Why? Also, we talk about TV, cake farts, insecurities, Twinkies, confusing old people, bad music, art and film, the difference between Tom and T.J. Miller, good things about us, the Nutcracker, and our video jame collections.

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan

Sting Operation: Anamanaguchi / CC BY-NC-SA 3.0

Frens: Ten Thousand Free Men And Their Families

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tom and i forgot to take a photo for the show this week
and also i was having computer problems and couldn't get
this image of david gustavson gustavson's poop truck to
open on my phone so i decided to take a photo of it and use
that. also i don't think 'poop truck' was originally going to
be the title but now that it's the image, it wouldn't make
a lot of sense to just have a picture of a miscellaneous truck
without some kind of explanation. anyway, sorry if i'm
gushing a little bit here. i guess it's been kind of a weird
week for me and i feel like sometimes you just need to let
your feelings out so they don't just weigh you down.
anyway. better keep this brief. hope you have a great week
and enjoy the episode. i think it's a weird one but maybe
that's good. we can leave normal entertainment to traditional
TV and radio and whatnot. dare to be stupid etc.
signing off,
xrn

95 - A True Shitizen

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 23 Sep 2013 12:03:00 +1000

This week: Jon Lovitz, Max Quinn, space-bar, smartphones, protest signs, weather, Beethoven, Air Bud, my 21st birthday party, The Little Mermaid, SpongeBob porn, and a whole lotta Grand Theft Automobile Five. Oh, and some really uncomfortable accidental racism.
In SSST: Beloved Nintendo president Hiroshi Yamauchi passes away, and the Xbox One won't stand on its side. Then we talk about blimps, oversized body parts, GTA V, iOS 7, and Jizzle.
In Ask SSJ: anticipation, the Two Moon theory, slime-themed enemies, the Nutcracker, freedom of information, Tom's stance on zombie-killing, VGBC, GTA V, leaving parties early, McDonalds, the secret ballot, fines, and parasol murderer Ree Mansell.

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan

Prism Stars: Derris-Kharlan / CC BY-NC-ND 3.0
Hey Jimmy: Alexander Cross

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real edible goodness! provided by Tom Raider!
holy! fricking! gosh!

94 - Case Solved

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 16 Sep 2013 18:24:00 +1000

This week: weather, technology, time travel, pretty girls, Weezer, stress, guns, relaxation, Tony Abbott, the Warragamba Dam, butterflies, Luigi, the circus, preferential voting, Grand Theft Automobile V (and IV), Beyond: Two Souls, Friends, Saints Row: The Third, grandparents, and lightsabers.
In SSST: Sony reveals a new Vita model, a new (late) PS4 release date for Japan, and a new magic box called the PS Vita TV at a pre-TGS press conference. Valve reveals Steam Family Sharing, Kingdoms Of Amalur: Reckoning IP is auctioned off, and PEACH JOINS THE FRAY.
In Ask SSJ: Tinder, sexy robots, weird porn, Rocko's Modern Life... I can't even remember. #lazyshownotes

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan

Video Connector (Outro): 2NRO8OT / CC BY-NC-SA 3.0

OHC3: Kris Keyser / CC BY-NC-ND 3.0
FEATURE TRACK:
Young Lovers: Alexander Cross
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93 - Unhappucino

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 9 Sep 2013 10:48:00 +1000

This week: spaceboats, taking drugs in space, Aaron Carter, the single life, opera, Irish people, the half-frog-half-prince, #ausvotes, cats getting stuck in trees, Johnny cArson, noses, and public nudity.
In SSST: The Xbone has a release date: November 22! And the Day One edition comes with a copy of FIFA 14. Also we chat about XCOM: Enemy Unknown and Rayman Oranges. Also Pokémon!
In Ask SSJ: CRJ (:S), bottled water, Legend of Zelda; Link's Awakening, Miley Cyrus, arcade gaming, DGG goes Down Under, Maury, Klondike Bars, and a few bizarre hypotheticals involving incest and Emma Stone.

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan

New music for fields: ignatzthemouse / CC BY-NC-SA 3.0
Why Oh Why Oh Why (Oh Oh Oh Oh): Bomb The Music Industry!

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VGBC - The Last Of Us

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Fri, 6 Sep 2013 09:07:00 +1000

On this inaugural Something Something Joystick Video Game Book Club, we talk about Naughty Dog's terrific The Last Of Us. Note that this is a spoiler-heavy discussion episode, so those wanting to experience the game's excellent pacing, characters, atmosphere and story for themselves are advised to save this episode for later. Huge thanks to Patch and David for participating - the VGBC as a format relies on an open conversation, so we're so grateful for their input.
As always you can weigh in on this episode, suggest a game for next time, or just spew crazy nonsense questions at us at mail@ssjoystick.com!

MUSIC USED:
SSJVCBC DGG Megamix 5000: David GusTAVson GUStavson
A Shine To It: Laura Stevenson

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92 - Crusty Old Pope

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 2 Sep 2013 10:13:00 +1000

This week: birthdays, kangaroos, free will, global warming, the Backstreet Boys, the prosperity of the human race, slap bracelets, Rayman Legends, Ace Patrol, The Chris Gethard Show, Fathers' Day, September Fools' Day, IKEA breakfast, Clive Palmer, the SSJ Video Game Book Club, TLC, a mysterious bump on the head, podcast scheduling, Oliver!, secret birthday plans, #ausvotes, and a new nation. [By the way - apologies to our overseas listeners for the undercurrent of Genuine Political Concern this episode.]
In SSST: Nintendo reveal a new handheld - the 2DS, as well as a price cut for the Wii U (which won't be coming to Australia), the PS4 and the XBone will both allow remote game downloads, Xbox finally gets rid of Microsoft Points, and Sony sets up a new division focused on third-party games.
In Ask SSJ: listening, jealousy, crimes, Let's Plays, theme music, animals vs. anime, uncomfortable text messaging, drunkenness, Avatar: The Last Airbender, a new podcast marriage, dick size, virgin cocktails, love, brick shithouses, a mysterious box, the rapidly approaching prospect of the technological singularity, resident poo expert David GusTAVson GUStavson, the complicated business of acronyms, and some philosophy.

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan

Reformat The Planet: Bit Shifter / CC BY-NC-ND 3.0

Mortimer's Melody: Sycamore Drive / CC BY-NC-SA 3.0

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91 - Tom Doesn't Smoke Meth

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Tue, 27 Aug 2013 07:19:00 +1000

This week: drugs, NWA (also, I mix up Ice Cube and Ice-T), the Video Game Book Club, The Doors, Batman Affleck, and Shut Up Little Man.
In SSST: the PS4 has a release date, the Vita has a price cut, Borderlands 2 is coming to the Vita, Infamous: Second Son is due in February, Saints Row IV is delayed in Australia, EA reveals a money-back guarantee for Origin, Beyond: Two Souls looks terrific, Grand Theft Automobile V begins to leak, and Sony takes steps to reward its religious audience. (That one is a lie.)
In Ask SSJ: fun, The Kinks, the origins of SSJ, the power of family, our favourite science fictions, and blasphemy.

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Everybody That Loves You: Bomb The Music Industry!

Mein Leben für die Wissenschaft: Dragan Espenschied / CC BY-NC 3.0

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90 - Patron Of The Farts (feat. Alexei Toliopoulos!)

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 19 Aug 2013 10:37:00 +1000

This week: the very charming Alexei Toliopoulos joins us to discuss Breaking Bad, Katy Perry, moustaches, discrepancies in the Pokémon universe, Lithuania, scents, human fluids, Chewbacca, Brad Pitt, Like Mike, morning jogs, Up Late with Hot Dogs, kissing etiquette, the upcoming election, and horse teeth.
In SSST: Rockstar unveils Grand Theft Automobile Online, Microsoft downsizes the Xbone's international release, the Xbone won't need a Kinect to be plugged in to function, and we'll find out the PS4 release date this week. Neato!
In Ask SSJ: puppets, Cat Stevens, the SSJVGBC (send in your entries NOW NOW NOW), the elements, goats, vegetables, zany rescue situations, naming mixups, Barbara Streisand, Roseanne, and SO MUCH MORE.

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan

The TV-Asteroid: 2NRO8OT / CC BY-NC-SA 3.0

Aurora Dawn: Seablue / CC BY-NC-ND 3.0

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89 - Let's Get Down To Bras Tax

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Sun, 11 Aug 2013 23:55:00 +1000

This week: calling a spade a spade, Tom's smell, lazy character naming, the ABC's Vote Compass (and the sordid state of Australia's democratic system), Skyrim, web pages, Plants vs. Zombies 2, The Last Of Us and Thelonious Monk.
In SSST: Luigi is added to Super Smash Bros, Sony brings PlayStation All-Stars back to life (kinda), Volition unveils a million-dollar Saints Row IV special edition, and the first half of Bioshock Infinite's DLC won't have any combat.
In Ask SSJ: games we never picked up, Fistmas, stolen SNES games, buying games online, bleach, our musical inspirations and favourite gigs, and a reminder about the Something Something Joystick Video Game Book Club!

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan

Glacial Floe: Swampyboy / CC BY-NC-ND 3.0

Eowin: Ciccilleju / CC BY-NC-ND 3.0

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88 - SS Joysick II: The Sickening

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 5 Aug 2013 00:21:00 +1000

This week: desk lamps, censorship, weather, 7th Heaven, foot-scuffing, time-wasting, America, nutritionists, coughing, Doctor Who, "really busty Latina broads", Breaking Bad, heart attacks, phone calls, Skyrim, and Forest Whitaker.
In SSST: Volition smuggle Saints Row IV into Australia, while Rockstar has no problems with GTA V, Bethesda packages all its Elder Scrolls games together, Bioshock Infinite's first DLC is announced, a next-gen Tomb Raider sequel is in the works, Nintendo doesn't sell many WiiUs, and Fez II is cancelled amid a shitstorm of internet fighting.
In Ask SSJ: hot dogs, vasectomies, masturbation, injuries, wheelhouses, coughing blood, Paul Keating, dream guests, LA, Bug Bunny, finishing games, disappointing games, Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, baby licenses, Ancient Aliens, the Kardashians, Legend of Dragoon, more dramas, basement living and flesh-eating with Cameron Juan, cannibalism, gender equality in animals, SS G-String, and Rolf Harris.
Thanks to Patch, David, Aaron, Joshua, Jared, Andrew and Cameron for writing in!

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2 - Xavier Rubetzki Noonan

Bloodrinse - Swampy Boy / CC BY-NC 3.0

Green Kangaroo - 8bit Betty / CC BY-NC-ND 3.0

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87 - Heralded By Many

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Sun, 28 Jul 2013 23:52:00 +1000

This week: Tom's breasts, seating arrangements, university, solo albums, Analyse The Beatles, Sharknado, weird naps, standup comedy, Twincest, the Ouya, Surfer Blood, New Zealand Story, and scientific inaccuracies in Crash Bandicoot.
In SSST: Activision Blizzard seeks independence from Vivendi, Neil Gaiman's working on a game, there's a new Mortal Kombat game on its way, and Microsoft totally aren't selling our information to the government. Seriously. Also, a rly srs argument about 'acronyms' and 'initialisms'.
In Ask SSJ: Carly Rae Jepsen, Tom's dog, a rly srs argument about 'something stuck in my teeth', sideways colons, ghosts (and the secrets of the afterlife), Sideways Kolan, fluoride, SSJ Academy, our comedic inspiration, a little taste of my standup routine, and the relative merits of success vs. originality.

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan

Aurora (Meet Me In The Stars) - Anamanaguchi / CC BY-NC-ND 3.0
Sole Brother: Born Ruffians

FEATURE TRACK:
The Rescue - Cherax Destructo r
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86 - Packs!

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Tue, 23 Jul 2013 19:03:00 +1000

This week, it's our PAX Australia special! And as such, this episode is pax-ed with content:

arm gestures, fiction, super-computers, sneaky-poo, salt, Humphrey Bogart, Superman, female actors, Caesar salad, standing, governmental mind control, an interview with Gaming Cult's Zac Innes, sneezing, The Legend Of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds, Freedom Fall, Rayman Legends, Cloudberry Kingdom, Framed, Deck War, Saints Row IV, Collosatron: Massive World Threat, hand-holding in games, the Oculus Rift, Power Stone 2, Sensible Soccer, giraffes, my new Two-Moon Theory, naked women, puppies, an EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW with Microsoft's new console, the Xbox One, giant Connect 4, Cards Against Humanity, flight mode, Facebook groups,

MUSIC USED:

SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan

FRRREEEEEEEEE BIIIIIIIRRRRRRD!!! FRRRREEEEEEEEEEEEEE BIIIIIIIIIRRRD!!!!: Bomb The Music Industry!

Evolution: Astrid & The Asteroids

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85 - Exi-stench-ial Crisis

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 15 Jul 2013 00:11:00 +1000

This week: Fantastic Voyage, human bodies, pasta, Connecticut, Julian Assange, PAX, the DualShock 4, firefighters, coffee, time travel, Breaking Bad, Mad Men, and The Last of Us.
In SSST: Microsoft's ever-changing Xbox One policies, the future of Mario, EA's next-gen pricing, the newly announced Ratchet & Clank: Into The Nexus, stellar sales for the stunning The Last of Us, and Xbox's newly appointed dear and glorious leader.
In Ask SSJ: we're joined by Cameron Juan as well as two more Prophets of Impending Doom, and we discuss thinking, esports, A Boy And His Blob, the attentions of a female lady, an EXCLUSIVE SSJ INTERVIEW WITH TIM HEIDECKER courtesy of David Gustavson Gustavson, and our first ever in-depth, in-person Ask SSJ with Cam!

MUSIC USED:
The Prophecy: Prophets of Impending Doom
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan

Shallow End: Nathan Meunier / CC BY-NC-ND 3.0

Backtrackin': Vhiiula / CC BY-NC-ND 3.0

FEATURE TRACK:
Naked Body: Fun Machine
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bonus pic! <3 ash

84 - Good Lucky

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 8 Jul 2013 00:58:00 +1000

This week, we celebrate America, step on the Pope, get boners for tuna, and talk about PAX, funny humorous jokes, a tequila-fuelled dinner party, an update on the SSJ Video Game Book Club, The Last of Us, x-buster, and giving drugs to kids.
In SSST: Don Mattrick leaves Microsoft and joins Zynga, and the Xbox One will be able to scan QR codes. Yep, that's it! Oh, except the afterlife, M. Night Shyamalan, and more...
In Ask SSJ: throwing the baby out with the bathwater, strokes, doctor-doctor jokes, air-conditioning, penises, a General Pants & the Privates podcast, a prank involving a hooker, another prank involving Ashton Kutcher, Australian politics, backing vocals, sleep-pooping, the anatomy of a swear-word, thought-crime, prank calls, the Beatles, our girlfriends, and advice for someone who loves games but is terrible at them. Thanks to everyone who wrote in!

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
The rest of this week's music was taken from the Free Music Archive's 'New Happy Birthday Song Contest'.

Super Psyched for Your Birthday: The Danimals / CC BY 3.0

Happy-Birthday-Song: Angelika Fischer with friends / CC BY 3.0

h-a-p-p-y-b-i-r-t-h-d-a-y-t-o-y-o-u: gladioli ravioli / CC BY 3.0

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83 - State Of Decay

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 1 Jul 2013 18:22:00 +1000

This week, we talk about time-wasting, illness, Avril Lavigne, The Last of Us, the SSJ Video Game Book Club, Chrono Trigger, and hand-crafted chip music.
In SSST: we talk about the changing landscape of Australia's video game ratings system, with reference to Saints Row IV and State of Decay. We also note a positive change at Microsoft.
In Ask SSJ: we talk about Xbox support, I accidentally steal one of Scott Aukerman's jokes, we discuss Back To The Future, Jon Stewart, Agamemnon, sushi, Mad Max, and Star Trek.

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Good Time: X-Buster

gristle castle: Poke -1,170 / CC BY-NC-ND 3.0

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82 - The Equivalent Power Of A Hot Dog

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Sun, 23 Jun 2013 16:56:00 +1000

This week: retail, rabbits, sneezing, feet, girlfriend, amputation, sweater, beard, caffeine, The Book Was Better, SSJVGBC, PAX Aus, Ouya, The Last Of Us, Animal Crossing: New Leaf, Mad Men, and Chrono Trigger.
In SSST: Microsoft does a 180 on its Xbox One policies, Sony outlines the changes to PS+, Fez 2 is announced, and Whore Of The Orient devs get some government funding.
In Ask SSJ: crinkly plastic, nipples, milk, heartburn, hair, masturbation, collections, Vine, mermaids, fictional food, Batman, the Tom Sanderson character, religion, and ice cream.

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan

Bitter Bleeps: Mini Roc / CC BY-NC-ND 3.0
Yo No Chero: Dot.AY

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81 - E3 2013!

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 01:10:00 +1000

This week, it's our bumper marathon-length E3 special! We discuss self-wrapping burritos (patent pending), Cooking Mama, blimps, a date with a girl (!), Tom's experiments with leather, The Last Of Us, and Chrono Trigger.
In SSST: it's our annual wrap-up of all things E3! We pull apart the conferences from Microsoft, Ubisoft, EA, and Sony, as well as Nintendo's... non-E3 thing!
In Ask SSJ: we talk blisters, The Last Guardian, snakes and spiders, some unhappy Xbone news, our tangents, facial hair, troubled youths, belly-buttons, and more! (yes, I did stop paying attention)
Thanks to Michael, Joshua, Aaron, David GusTAVson GUStavson, Zac, David and Jessica for writing in!

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan

Datahell Beta: Goto80 / CC BY-NC-ND 2.0

Poppies: Rolemusic / CC BY-NC-SA 3.0

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i'm only using this photo because i couldn't find a
square picture of the mario cat suits. awww!

80 - Illegible Bachelor

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 10 Jun 2013 11:34:00 +1000

This week, we talk about cough buttons, PAX Aus, E3, the Pixel Sounds festival, Hooters, teens, IGN AU's The Last Of Us Black Beta, Patch Kolan's hypothetical daughter Rebecca, Isla Fisher, Nashville, LSDJ, Okami HD, music theory, and yelling things.
In SSST: we clear up some confusion about Microsoft's just-announced Xbox One (and add some more into the mix), look at Amazon's new indie games store, and ponder one of the greatest mysteries in video game history.
In Ask SSJ: we talk about Tom's personal struggles, spoilers, a gift from Tom's granddad, Jake and Amir, lying to impress people, calculators, bad taste Stevie Wonder jokes, the Spice Girls, the importance of graphics in games, inserting fruit into orifices for money, and a private meeting at SSJ Industries.
Thanks to Aaron, David, Sarah, Patch, David GuSTAVson GUStavson, and Zac Innes for writing in!

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Moss Baton: Dot.AY
Let's Party: Ten Thousand Free Men And Their Families

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79 - Ain't Misbehoovin'

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 3 Jun 2013 18:04:00 +1000

This week, we discuss comas, Pee-Wee Herman, Barney the Dinosaur, Twilight, Harry Potter, Tom's difficulties understanding cinema, Dolly the Sheep, Tom's dog, Beethoven, my dream wedding, Earth-Martian relations, the origins of food, upcoming events for The Last Of Us, and the oncoming joy and horror of E3.
In SSST: Sony says PS4 games will feature Remote Play for Vita, and EA are ditching Online Passes for future and past games. Also, retailers have to have make-believe price-points so they can start taking pre-orders, and Tom thinks it's newsworthy and I BEG TO DIFFER.
In Ask SSJ: scams, challenge in games, quarters, modern arcade games, Australian politics, Doctor Who, Chrono Trigger, the brand-new SSJ Video Game Book Club (!!!), vampires, the ethics of cheating in games, solo podcasting, and the Guggenheim museum. Also, we mourn the loss of John C. Pendleton, and welcome SSJ Industries' new boss, John C. Pendleton Jr.
Thanks to Josh, Eliza, David, and Cameron for writing in!

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Too Soaked To Break: Born Ruffians

Hiekkalapio: Dafear / CC BY-NC-ND 3.0

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If you want to be a part in the first SSJ Video Game Book Club, track down a copy of Chrono Trigger and play along with us! We look forward to hearing from you at the end of the month!

78 - Episode One

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 27 May 2013 23:58:00 +1000

This week, we discuss Hall & Oates, tight socks, Pauline Hanson, a thorough Freudian analysis of breasts, a visit to SSJ Industries HQ, our first appearance on actual radio, Carly Rae Jepsen, Tom's future at university, and vaccuum cleaners.
In SSST: we talk long and hard about Microsoft's just-announced console, the Xbox One! That's it!
In Ask SSJ: darn punk kids these days, The Book Was Better, trashmonster Catwoman, "skin colour" crayons, ducks, a peculiar Would You Rather involving (what else but) penises, Tom's sister, Amanda Bynes, atheists in Heaven, and Dragon Ball Z.

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
A Shine To It: Bomb The Music Industry!

Dishsoap Boubles: Nim / CC BY-NC-ND 3.0

Crap-yo-pants Rawmin / CC BY-NC-SA 3.0

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77 - Constant Sadsackery

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 20 May 2013 22:34:00 +1000

This week, we discuss Jay-Z, lateness*, breast-testing, police corruption, our tales of crime, methods to prevent a mugging, Mad Men, Taylor Swift's upcoming Australian tour, medals, our sporting achievements and failures, bullying, Deadly Premonition, and games that make us feel like children.
In SSFST: we talk about our pals Fun Machine, famous tennis players, twins, Gran Turismo 6, online plans for The Last of Us, Fassassin's Creed, and Nintendo, who have demonstrated yet again how out of touch they are.
In Ask SSJ: I forget to read some excellent mail sent in by David Juan, and instead we talk about George Takei, Howard Stern, my Twitter handle, missed celebrations, my grandmother's birthday, my marriage with Tom's sister, belt politics, Meg Juan, the state of my facial hair, standup, miracles, communicating with our future selves, the cusp of Generation Y, the pros and cons of dating Taylor Swift, Tom's masturbatory preferences, the realities of early death and pregnancy, SSJ: The Next Generation, patriarchy, reliving past lives, our trip to PAX, and the possibility of merch. Ooh. Merch sounds like a dirty word.

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Cougar: Fun Machine

Aaaaa: Lithis / CC BY-NC-ND 3.0
Vocal Coach: Bomb The Music Industry!
FEATURE TRACK: West End: Astrid & the Asteroids

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*A glaring error on my part - it was David "Gustavo Almadovar" Juan who wrote in, not #GargoyleJuan.

Hm. Kinda makes it look like he died.

76 - Dalmartians

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Sun, 12 May 2013 23:41:00 +1000

This week, we discuss farts, incorrigibility, Game of Thrones, Google history, Boticelli, ghosts, the official SSJ App, the history of the condom, Tom's voice, meditation, podcast suicide, Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon, Mortal Kombat, GTA: Vice City, and a whirlwind tour of your favourite sitcoms from the 80s, 90s and now. Also, we discuss whether ghosts are real, and play a game of 'Where Is It?', which is kind of like a game but not fun.
In SSST: Sim City 4 is announced, EA and FIFA to keep working together for a decade, the Ouya is delayed, a new Wolfenstein game is on the way, and something about fighting games. Also, sandwiches, Vampire Weekend, my recent adventures in being-flirted-with (side-note: yes, it's that rare that I have to bring it up on the show) (side-side-note: our most censored segment!), the total number of dogs in the world (a lot of pooches!), muscle spasms, 'ballers', and my lover Alexei.
In Ask SSJ: metal/Motown (met-own? mo-tal?), pancakes, smells in space, dalmatians, ghosts (again), birthdays, Freud, Glucos: God of Sweetening, the Blue Man Group, the Great Gatsby, Mad Men, Tom's ambitious plan to invest in a weapon, and we tapdance ourselves out.
Thanks to Daniel Juan and huge birthday love to Aaron Juan for writing in!

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan

Wake Up: Crazy Games / CC BY-NC-SA 3.0

Backtrackin': Vhiiula / CC BY-NC-ND 3.0

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75 - I'll Cut You Out In Post

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 6 May 2013 01:17:00 +1000

This week, we're celebrating the Fifth-o de Mayo! We discuss Star Wars Day, mayonnaise, weird foods, Sea Monkeys, PlayStation Plus, Thomas Was Alone, The Walking Dead, racism, video game reviews, recent standup shows, loss, and nuclear war.
In SSST: Microsoft's Xbox announcement is just around the corner, and the just-announced Call of Duty: Ghosts will be revealed there too, Sony announce the date for their big E3 press conference, while publishers like 2K Games, Valve and Nintendo won't be exhibiting, Kevin Conroy won't be voicing the Bat in Batman: Arkham Oranges, Nintendo beg you to upgrade to the totally-not-just-an-upgrade Wii U, the Gears of War movie adaptation gets a director (also, I flip out at Tom for watching TMZ), and GTA V is still a game which is going to be coming out.
In Ask SSJ: we talk about Men In Black 4, hate mail, my Tweets, Save Ferris, whether I'm qt, E3 2013, shoe sizes, Kickstarter, fighting games, the politics of table-sitting, our rare and weird games, and dry mouth noises.
Thanks to Ella, Zhana, Michael and David for your great questions!

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan

Cable Swingin' Ferret: Goto80 and the Uwe Schenk Band / CC BY 3.0

Rage Flows: Born Ruffians

My Skateboard Will Go On: Anamanaguchi / CC BY-NC-ND 3.0

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i consider myself quite a gifted photographer

74 - Professional Comedians

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Sun, 28 Apr 2013 23:51:00 +1000

This week, on a very special Tom's Birthday special, we discuss my favourite song, our first standup show, surprise parties, The Last Of Us, our new website and email addresses, and recording an album.
In SSST: we have a date for the reveal of the new Xbox, we discuss grave shopping, and elves, Nintendo's E3 plans, new GTA V trailers on the way, Ratchet & Clank movie announced, Call of Duty: Ghosts might be a thing, there's a Metal Gear 25th anniversary collection on the way, then we talk about The Who, and Rick Springfield's weird head.
In Ask SSJ: we discuss The Lion King, Carly Rae Jepsen, koi fish, pimply babies, being raised by moles, my history of chemistry, tequila, Tom's adolescence, Olympic swimming, sphincters, breaststroke, Tom's sister (and why I can't marry a girl with a disappointing Twitter), Chevy Chase's roast, and bingo.
Stick around after the end theme for a very special Junk Mail Theatre reading by XRN.

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Twitching In Our Sleep: Cloud Four
Even Winning Feels Bad: Bomb The Music Industry!

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73 - 4/21

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Sun, 21 Apr 2013 21:59:00 +1000

This week, we celebrate our favourite least favourite subculture, and talk about dancing throughout history, 3D printing, Scooby-Doo, the soul, IGN Australia's Dead Island: Riptide Black Beta, the SS Joystick Annual Button Donation Drive, our episode of The Book Was Better, our thoughts on attempting standup comedy, alternative riot control, and Bioshock Infinite.
In SSST: Nintendo reveal a new Zelda game, and it's a follow-up to A Link To The Past, Earthbound finally comes to Virtual Console, and the new Yoshi game leaves a bad first impression. Resident Evil creator Shinji Mikami unveils his new survival horror game, the Jak & Daxter HD Collection heads to the Vita, and Surgeon Simulator 2013 gets a fleshed-out release on Steam.
In Ask SSJ: it's Tom's birthday on Tuesday, and we talk about Real Housewives, parental neglect, sexual energy, our musical backstories, unintentional sex-witnessing, our history with Mary Jane Blaze It Up Four Hudnred and Twetny, our views on gun control (?!), some gaming memories, and what time it is. Thanks to Johanna, Cameron, Napoleon, Michael and Ree for writing in!

MUSIC USED:
Strut: Pablo J & the Lobsterettes
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
6-5000: Born Ruffians
Sorry, Brooklyn. Dancing Won't Solve Anything: Bomb The Music Industry!

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IT IS ILLEGAL TO USE, POSSESS, GROW OR SELL CANNABIS IN AUSTRALIA. IF SOMEONE IS CAUGHT WITH UP TO 15 GRAMS OF CANNABIS IN NEW SOUTH WALES, THEY MAY RECEIVE A 'CAUTION' FROM THE POLICE OFFICER
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Please check out our appearance on The Book Was Better!
Also, invite some pals to our Facebook page so Tom doesn't cry on his birthday!

this episode is dedicated to my mother.
happy birthday mum. i love you.

72 - Best Wishes

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 09:09:00 +1000

This week, we talk about Rent, Rod Serling, ladies, farts, hip-hop, Dungeons & Dragons, juice, Scientology, Jane Levy, Guacamelee, and other dip-related puns.

In SSST: Margaret Thatcher, Ayn Rand, Rihanna, alternate readings, Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon, Marc Maron, The Game, Batman: Arkham Oranges, GTA soundtracks, TV locations, burglary, insurance fraud, Square Enix's financial troubles, accents, EA voted 'worst company in America' again, and a failed Mega Man FPS.

In Ask SSJ: we discuss undereducated pigheadedness, public humiliation, a young Tom's giant human-sized cock, Pepsi vs. Coke, Inspector Gadget-style bodily utilities, Aziz Ansari, controller-breaking fury, mom, Oliver!, SSJ as a video, our survival instincts, cult leaders, Tom's sexual leanings, ax-throwing, and our UPCOMING APPEARANCE ON THE BOOK WAS BETTER! Thanks to Cameron, David, and Michael for writing in!

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Ocean's Deep: Born Ruffians
Sick, Later: Bomb The Music Industry!

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YOU ASK HIM TO PASS THE SALT, HE GIVES YOU A BOWL OF SOUP. BECAUSE YOU KNOW WHAT, SOUP IS BETTER.
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Didn't take a pic this week. Here is Tom looking
both rather nice and totally terrifying at the same time.

71 - Slippy-Doos (feat. Lee Sullivan and PETE HOLMES!)

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Sun, 7 Apr 2013 23:16:00 +1000

This week, we're joined by our pal (and raconteur) Lee Sullivan to discuss our trip to Melbourne, fish jerky, apartheid, and Tom's drunken antics. We cut to audio recorded on the scene, including a special (and very awkward and fangirlish) interview with the one and only Pete Holmes. Then we touch on the brand-new Sly Cooper: Thieves In Time, and new DLC for Sound Shapes.
In SSST: Disney disbands LucasArts, Rockstar unveils GTA V's cover art, and Telltale announces Poker Night 2. Yep, that's all.
In Ask SSJ: we discuss filmmaking, drugs, ALF, hardcore gaming, and then Tom gets out of there as quickly as possible.

MUSIC USED:
All music this week was improvised by Lee Sullivan, who you'll know from bands such as Canoelands and Dr. Spaceman.
Oh wait, no, there was one more track.
Krispy - Kia Shine (used without permission)

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NEW TO THE CARTOON WAS Q*BERT'S USE OF "SLIPPY-DOOS", A BLACK BALL PROJECTILE WHICH HE LOADED AND FIRED THROUGH HIS NOSE, PRODUCING AN OIL SLICK WHEREVER THE BALLS SPLATTERED
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70 - Gimme Gimme Bioshock Treatment

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 1 Apr 2013 01:14:00 +1100

This week, we talk about native bird calls, North Korea, hangovers, cockles, Tom's double-date, Hercules, Jessica Alba, Bioshock Infinite, and cheating in games.
In SSST: The Walking Dead, Hotline Miami, and Limbo headed to PS Vita, Square Enix announce the wrong Final Fantasy remakes, Yoichi Wada resigns as Square Enix CEO, Twitter thinks Valve is about to announce something, and Konami announces Metal Gear V: The Phantom Pain.
In Ask SSJ: we make up our own fanfiction, forget to help Ghost Bride move, talk about the impact of Australia's R18+ rating for games, investigate how the Americanisation of Australia has coloured our enjoyment of Bioshock Infinite, and our lives as Australians on the whole, and we look back on some treasured memories from our childhoods.

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Fall of the Free Market: Gunface

Twinkle: Lo-Bat / CC BY-NC-SA 3.0

Leafless Quince Tree: Rolemusic / CC BY-NC-SA 3.0

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GIRL OH GIRL!
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Review - Bioshock Infinite

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Fri, 29 Mar 2013 23:49:00 +1100

Talk about a game you can't put down.

Irrational Games returns to the Bioshock universe with Bioshock Infinite, a game which takes place in an alternate-history 1912. You control Booker Dewitt, an ex-Pinkerton agent with a shady past, tasked with recovering a teenaged girl named Elizabeth from a big, tall, tower. Perhaps the greatest strength that the game has over virtually all others on the market is, (as we've come to expect from Irrational), that it leaves convention at the door.

For starters, despite my simplistic plot summary, Elizabeth is anything but your traditional damsel in distress. If anything, she's the opposite: her interaction in combat is vital, and adds much-needed dimension to the game's firefights. What's really notable is how well fleshed-out her character is. Her absence in a few short moments of the game is unmistakably felt, and her impact on the game's story is, well, spoiler spoiler spoiler. Her sense of importance is unmistakable, even when it hasn't fully been explained, and her presence bolstered my curiosity and led me to search for more answers throughout the game.

Just who is Elizabeth, and why does she seem so important?

Booker himself is an interesting character, not least because of the events of the game which cause the player to view him in a totally new light. Going into the experience, I'd heard quite a bit about Elizabeth, which caused me to worry that the reasonably generic-looking Booker might just be a standard video game hero. Thankfully, this was not the case, and the reality led to a far more interesting and multi-layered protagonist, especially as the story progressed and I learned more about him. In addition to this, the chemistry between the two heroes is terrific, and having Elizabeth along serves the narrative terrifically - it felt a lot more intimate, and worked much better for this story than simply conversing over a radio in the original.

A key similarity between Infinite and the original Bioshock is its location: both games focusing on a city left to its own devices. Of course, this is also where a lot of the difference stems from: while the original's city, Rapture, was a decrepit cesspit, morally and physically rotting apart, Columbia seems, at first glance, to be a gorgeous utopia. Talk about game-feel: the city in the sky is easily the most colourful and beautiful location I've ever seen in a first-person shooter. But beneath the surface lies a seedy underbelly: propaganda litters the streets, there's a cultish undertone to the city's unanimous love for Zachary Comstock (aka The Prophet), and, of course, as we learn more about The Prophet's views, we learn that the apparent Main Street USA charm of Columbia is skin-deep. As such, exploring the city is a treat, and the overall impression is a location that's every bit as creepy and fascinating as Rapture.

Gorgeous, colourful visuals with incredible detail - the game looks
unlike any other first-person shooter.

If there is one aspect in which Infinite is not outstanding, it's the gameplay. While its action-heavy FPS sections are exciting, they're certainly not what kept me up all night playing. Many games have used similar combat systems to greater effect, and Infinite's limited weapons and 'vigors' (magical abilities, for lack of a better phrase) meant that I quickly established a favourite combination, which I could use on just about any enemy that crossed my path without too much difficulty. Once I found a system that worked, it was largely rinse and repeat, and in fact, I left many of the vigors virtually untouched at the end of the game, never really finding a good reason to use them.

As an interesting side-note, though: isn't it funny that some of the best games of the last few years (Journey, The Walking Dead, Heavy Rain, hell, even Mass Effect) have totally underplayed an emphasis on gameplay, in favour of story and character? It's definitely a mould that BioShock Infinite sits comfortably within. The gameplay isn't bad, it's just not great. Thankfully, I saw it as a means to an end - the firefights were exciting because I wanted to see what would happen after they ended, and I could put up with the repetition because I knew it wasn't long before I'd be uncovering another recording, unlocking a new vigor or weapon, or running into another twist in the plot.

Infinite's gameplay is enjoyable, but not revolutionary.

It's hard to explain just why the story's so fascinating without spoiling the whole thing completely, but I'll put it this way - the emotional reaction that I got from Journey (a game I called my Game Of The Year), is equal to the amount of intellectual stimulation my brain got playing through Infinite. In a medium so swamped with games that hand you all the answers on a plate (or don't bother asking any questions to begin with), it's immensely refreshing to play a game like this, that provides so much to mull over. Along with the plot, the context and commentary it provides are well-honed, too - it'd be wrong to do it any other way, but Infinite's dystopian 1912 is not without the real early-20th-century struggles of sexism, racism, and nationalism. So many moments will have you thinking long and hard about your own morality, and it's a game that has as much to say about America as it does about Booker and Elizabeth.

The story is told brilliantly, too - as mentioned, nothing is given to you too easily, but the way you learn things by observing the world around you means you'll put together the pieces for yourself. This bolsters the sense of connection to the world, and to the game itself, because you feel involved. It's truly interactive storytelling at its best.

A multi-layered story that twists, turns, and makes you think -
without losing sight of itself in the process.

At its core, BioShock Infinite succeeds in being an absolutely ripping science-fiction story, one whose minutiae and symbolic meaning I can't wait to pick apart with a fine-toothed comb in conversations with friends in the days and weeks to come. With the combination of its layered and interesting characters, world, and plot, it's up there with the best stories that have ever been told in the medium. Backed up by incredible graphics and design, as well as jaw-dropping sound and music, it's an incredible vision that aims high and is almost perfectly realised.

XRN / @xavierrn

69 - #SSJ69 (feat. Ree Mansell and Patch Kolan)

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Sun, 24 Mar 2013 22:48:00 +1100

This week, I'm too drunk to remember what happened today, but needless to say, it was very sexy and very... alcohol.
HUGE thanks to everyone who wrote in and contributed to making this a brilliant and super fun 69th episode spectacular!

MUSIC USED:
SSJ (CXDR XXX RMX) - Cherax Destructor

Ici la Femme (XXX Mix) - Louise Vertigo (The Lounge King) / CC BY-NC 3.0

Lose Control - Dyabolical feat. Gionni / CC BY-NC-SA 3.0

Sweet Somethings - Jeffrey Letterly / CC BY-NC-SA 3.0

SSJ Theme 2 - Xavier Rubetzki Noonan

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Check out Patch on Twitter, on Instagram, at Shotgun Critic, and at whatever else he mentioned on the podcast. I'm so sorry. I'm drunk. Patch is the best. Go click on his internet things.
Get your free download of Cherax Destructor's brilliant remix of our theme song at his Soundcloud. Also please follow him on there and maybe grab an EP from his Bandcamp because Oh My God, You Guys. Oh My God.
NOTE: this episode is uncut and uncensored because right now i'm just too drunk to handle that shit.

68 - Alan Turtle Dickman

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 00:20:00 +1100

This week, I'm not wearing any pants, and we talk about 5 o'clock shadow, Australia's founding fathers, Turkish baby names, The Easybeats, our plans for the 69th Episode Spectacular (inc. Patch Hutley/Cherax Destructor, Ree Mansell, and Patch Kolan!), strange emotions and dreams, comfort in the normalcy of others, Justin Timberlake, Tom's white-bread family, tardiness, Alien vs. Aliens, Identity, and Tomb Raider.
In SSST: Deep Silver unveil Saints Row IV, voice actor Dred Foxx pushes for a new Parappa the Rapper game, and Capcom and Valve team up for a Resident Evil 6/Left 4 Dead 2 crossover project.
In Ask SSJ: we take a question about Korea, check our iTunes reviews, and feature a very special submission from dear friend of the show, #GargoyleJuan Taylor Willoughby.

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Senescence: Cherax Destructor

aaf: Goto80 / CC BY-NC-ND 3.0

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I FEEL LIKE NOT ENOUGH JOKES HAVE BEEN MADE ABOUT THE NAME 'SACKBOY'.
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67 - Orlando Bloom

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 01:34:00 +1100

This week, we talk about appetisers, teeth, buds, our demographic, the birds and the bees, Orlando Bloom, a chance romantic encounter with a yellow beanie baby, Tom's new girlfriend, butt-paddling, Melbourne, famous Toms, our upcoming 69th episode spectacular, reggae yells, Crysis 3, DMC: Devil May Cry (and the intricacies of demon reproduction), and Tomb Raider.

In SSST: we talk about truckers and Taylor Swift, we break down the SimCity debacle, Microsoft announces Age Of Empires II HD, Telltale confirm Season 2 of its Walking Dead game is coming this Spring, Eidos finally unveil next year's Thief reboot, our weird love of name-dropping, and my new most-anticipated game of the year, Snoop Dogg: Way Of The Dogg.

In Ask SSJ/Listen To The Listeners?: we picture the inner workings of #GargoyleJuan's podcast-listening habits, invent a word ('meb'), struggle with technological shortcomings, and discuss foods we don't like because of their texture.

MUSIC USED:

SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan

Sweetie Belle: Cherax Destructor

Play The Game: Pocketmaster / CC BY-NC-ND 2.0

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YOU ALL KNOW ME. KNOW HOW I EARN A LIVIN'. I'LL CATCH THIS BIRD FOR YOU, BUT IT AIN'T GONNA BE EASY. BAD FISH.
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66 - You're Gonna Need A Bigger Podcast (feat. Alexei Toliopoulos)

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Sun, 3 Mar 2013 23:27:00 +1100

This week, fan favourite Alexei Toliopoulos returns, and we talk about marketing tactics, mathematics, dogs, Hitchcock, surnames, talking landmarks, therapy, and Jaws. We sit down and talk about recent developments with my emotional/mental problems, then get derailed and talk about Elton John, marriage proposals, Bing, the movie Prime, 'slizz', Alexei's job entertaining children, One Direction, Bioshock, Devil May Cry, Crysis 3, Mass Effect, and The Walking Dead.

In SSST: we talk about The Band, the newly announced Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag, Kellee Santiago joining the Ouya dev team, Riot Games' new Sydney studio, the mysterious silence surrounding Star Wars 1313, impressions (including my never-before-heard impression of Sandsky), Neil Armstrong, Adele, Anne Hathaway, Sweeney Todd, and Daniel-Day Lewis.

In Ask SSJ: we field questions regarding my laziness, Witcher 2, internet culture, games we would make, video game movies we'd like to see, and Sim death. Big ups to Eoghan, William, Taylor (#GargoyleJuan) and Cameron for writing in!

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan

Pair Of Minutes Before Reboot: 2NRO8OT / CC BY-NC-SA 3.0
Needle: Born Ruffians

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I WILL DRINK YOUR MILKSHAKE.
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FREE ADVICE: I'm so sick of writing all these things! Would anyone mind if I stopped? Do people even read this shit?!

65 - Cher Button

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Sun, 24 Feb 2013 22:24:00 +1100

This week, we discuss the outer reaches of the universe, the impact of drugs, the übermensch, the Love Boat, Rosemary's Baby, video game retailing, therapy, Datura, Sonic's backstory, Dune, a threesome with Carly Rae Jepsen and Taylor Swift, after-school care, and energy drinks.

In SSST: we're all about that PS4! We talk about the possibilities of the console and its software, analyse Sony's announce event part-by-part, and compare it to other console launches in the past and the future. Fuckin' yeah!

In Ask SSJ: we answer #GargoyleJuan's question about music in video games - what makes it memorable, and what current soundtracks will be remembered in the future?

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan

Rez: Sidabitball / CC BY-NC-ND 2.0
Happy: Gunface

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I USED TO PLAY THE GUITAR... NOW I PLAY THE BASS.
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FREE ADVICE: When your podcast has its 64th episode, try and remember to do that 'NINTENDO SIXTY-FOOOUUUUUR' impression you've been working on for so many years.

my photoshop skills are unparalleled.
not pictured: a particularly relevant image

64 - That Podcast Needs Therapy

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Tue, 19 Feb 2013 17:44:00 +1100

This week, we talk about Little Orphan Annie, Star Trek: The Next Generation, pop rocks, robot God, pretty ladies, slim gyms, and Richard Nixon. We then sit down for a little bit of much-needed therapy. Then we talk about My Bloody Valentine, Ni No Kuni, unnecessary touching, Silver Linings Playbook, Datura, Sony's big 'Future of PlayStation' event, and we tease our appearance on the Gaming Cult Podcast (!), and our upcoming appearance on The Book Was Better (!!), before launching into our Peanut Gallery review of Movie 43. (!!!)

In SSST: PS4 rumours, The Last of Us delays, new boob physics in Dead Or Alive 5, Mortal Kombat: Komplete Edition coming to Australia, new Arkham game coming this year, Take-Two buys the WWE license, Nintendo announce several release dates as well as new titles Mario & Luigi: Dream Team and Mario Golf World Tour, and Australian retailer David Jones plans to quit the video game-sellin' business.

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
So Long, Tadpole: Born Ruffians

Dead should dance: Sidabitball / CC BY-NC-ND 3.0

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FOR THE BENEFIT OF TOM AND XAVEY WE GOTTA LET THE TRUTH BE KNOWN
Check out our appearance on the Gaming Cult Podcast! DOOO IT!
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FREE ADVICE: Check out Dragon Boy Suede's new record, Douche Minutiae. What is this, a plug section now?

63 - Team So-So

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 11 Feb 2013 16:05:00 +1100

This week, we talk about audible faces (and the 'upstairs perineum'), time-wasting, the worlds of professional wrestling and k-pop, Silver Linings Playbook, Dungeons & Dragons, 'the Iron Chef of taxidermists', upcoming guests, the 'Bubcast', the solar plexus, and tequila.

In What We've Been Playing: crying whilst playing PlayStation All-Stars: Battle Royale, clever gameplay in Ni No Kuni, the joys of freemium done right with Pixel People, and the bitterness of misspent potential with Dust 541... and tequila.

In SSST: the future of the Ouya brand is revealed, we anticipate Assassin's Creed IV, Rayman Legends is delayed and will now be multi-platform, Impossible Studios disbands after just six months, Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor's Edge is also no longer a Wii U exclusive, and J.J. Abrams is in talks with Valve to make a Half-Life or Portal movie.

In Ask SSJ: Dickens, UFOs, Letterman, the future of consoles and PCs, some prime examples of the drunken expulsion of toxins, gossip, sentient super-computers, and the inevitable Robot Hitler uprising.

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Foxes Mate For Life (Born Ruffians cover): Drowned In Molasses
Toxic: Fun Machine
FEATURE TRACK: Cupcake, by Cherax Destructor, from the Objects In Space EP

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"ladies, sex with me is like gun control. no matter how much we talk about it nothing happens bc we can't get it to work down south" - @nice_mustard
Check out all the podcasts we inexplicably shouted out this week: Nerd Poker, IGN AU's Pubcast, This American Life, Judge John Hodgman, and Podcast Beyond.
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FREE ADVICE: Don't try and sing along with Girls' Generation in public if you don't speak Korean.

62 - Smell You In The Butt

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 4 Feb 2013 23:20:00 +1100

This week, we talk about gargling, frozen microphones, buddy cop films, Dr. Doolittle, IGN AU's Black Beta Select Awards (including our experiences with Wrecked and Tomb Raider, as well as a brief encounter with Bajo from Good Game), Last Dinosaurs, physical media, the Ratchet & Clank and Jak & Daxter HD Collections, Metal Slug, Crysis 3, The Walking Dead (SPOILER WARNING: 25:50 to 26:50 might make the game a fair bit less fun for you. You've been warned.) Ni No Kuni, and Surgeon Simulator 2013.
In SSST: it's a pretty drunkenly-written mishmash of news this week. Are we about to find out about the PlayStation 4? Is there a governmental conspiracy about GTA V's new release date? Is China going to abandon its console-banning law? Are Zynga going to start thinking of their own ideas? And can Zowie Bowie make a Warcraft movie cool?
In Ask SSJ: Tom plays us a song, we try out fast clapping, we discuss some swift questions from Taylor Juan (#GargoyleJuan) about the future of the WiiU and overused tropes in games, and then we talk about our serial killer gimmicks, Joe (who works in a button factory), and our dream scientific experiments.

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Wichita: Fun Machine
Robot: Gunface

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NEE NOO NAH NAH
Check out Surgeon Simulator 2013. It's free, and you will laugh your butt off, for sure.
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FREE ADVICE: If you're in a band and you make records that I want to buy and I buy them and you send them to me in the post and you put delicious American candy in with the records, you're officially the fucking greatest. Shout-outs to Branches and of Montreal, two bands who are officially the fucking greatest.

61 - Freudian Sleep

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 28 Jan 2013 13:48:00 +1100

This week, we talk about The Situation, mouth-jousting, continuity errors, the departure of Official Wife of the Podcast Maude Garrett, party pie etiquette, an update on recording women while they sleep, love on the seven seas, comic books, the Journey demo, The Walking Dead, Saints Row: The Third, Retro City Rampage, save points in real life, extra lives, Max Payne 3, Vanquish, and Red Dead Revolver.
In SSST: Atari files for bankruptcy, Sony says they'll wait for Microsoft to talk next-gen consoles first, The Walking Dead is classified for release in Australia, THQ is dissolved and we talk about the fallout, and a billion announcements from Nintendo: new Zelda, old Zelda, new Smash Bros... it's enough to make a Very Cranky Sandsky!

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Do I: Fun Machine
With Her Shadow: Born Ruffians
Backwards Party: Gunface

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CITIZENS OF GOTHAM...
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FREE ADVICE: Don't try and watch a season of Mad Men with a bottle of Canadian Club and drink every time they drink on screen. I shouldn't have to tell you why.

no photo this week. happy fucken straya day though.
this is a greeting card i spotted en route to adelaide.

60 - Hoisted With My Own Picard

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 21 Jan 2013 00:21:00 +1100

This week, we discuss OH GOD FIRE, Simpsons quotes, Tom's stench, a rare sighting at a Weezer concert, the mysteries of the letter 'w', serotonin, 'call-forwards', life goals, time traveling for the sake of love, 2063: The Year Of The Diamond Eagles, fête, Sleeping Dogs, LittleBigPlanet 2 (and the perks and perils of multiplayer), Saints Row: The Third, aspirations of greatness, and our marriage.
In SSST: Disney unveils its Skylandery-lookin' foray into games, Disney Universe (which, for the record, I bet will do well, and Tom bets will never see the light of day), Travellers Tales announce Lego Marvel Super Heroes, the Tomb Raider reboot won't be getting a demo, and Dead Island: Riptide gets us talking about zombie boobs. As if we weren't going to bring it up anyway... Also, we put the call out for a female Juan to send in an audio recording of her sleeping, because TOM SANDERSON IS CREEPY.
In Ask SSJ: We talk about clocks, pot humour, mic technique (AGAIN), sudoku, Courtney Love, cocktail parties, my diary, the nine circles of Internet hell, lies, and the meaning of love. Then we are rudely interrupted by Clare, Eugene and Kate Juan. Then we pretend that didn't happen and talk about Tom's dog, crying, things that put us to sleep, Taylor Swift's supposed sexual and romantic mediocrity, Tom's snoring, Django Unchained, and our beloved listeners... AND THEN A CLIFF-HANGER ENDING.

MUSIC USED:
Empathetic People Own HDTVs: General Pants & the Privates
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan
Stop Mutilating My Carrots For Unsavory Acts: The Prophets of Impending Doom

Return to Control: Rushjet1 / CC BY-NC-ND 3.0
Angry Beavers Theme: Charlie Brissette (Used without permission. If this poses a legal problem, please let us know and we'll remove it.)

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COMMUNITY IS GREAT BUT THE ORIGINAL BBC SERIES WAS BETTER
Check out our band, General Pants & the Privates, at that show we talked about! PLEASE.
Also check out my Django Unchained review (because I am a shameless self-promoter)
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FREE ADVICE: You can't use a cat as a toilet.

No podcast photo this week.
But this is a thing that happened, which is pretty rad.

59 - Leonard Colon

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Mon, 14 Jan 2013 12:25:00 +1100

This week, it's been just a few days since we last recorded, so we haven't got much to talk about. But we still manage to stretch this episode out for over 100 minutes, so there ya go. We talk about cheerful welcomes, heavy drinking, artistic nudity, Halle Berry, violent love, children's books, a Guinness lighter, teamwork, Bad News Bears, The Love Boat, Mad Men (note - slight spoilers), Assassin's Creed III, passive gameplay, and body image.
In SSST: Zip. Nada. Zilch.
In Ask SSJ: we cover a bumper crop of your delightful listener mail! We talk about body-swaps, great console design, obscure Simpsons references, sex with pavlovas, and women we'd like to marry, as well as WAY WAY WAY more. Huge thanks go to Tweeters @ReeMansell and @GrotesqueSavior (#GargoyleJuan), Official Botheree Of The Show Luke Milton, friends of the show Alexei Toliopoulos and Lee Sullivan, and Juans such as Hugo, Clarrie, Michael, Dylan, Cameron, Katy, Ephy and Eliza!

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan

Cosmic Sing-a-long: Cryptacize / CC BY-NC-SA 3.0

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WHAT YOU CALL LOVE WAS INVENTED BY GUYS LIKE ME TO SELL NYLONS.
Check out our band, General Pants & the Privates, at that show we talked about. It'll be fun!
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FREE ADVICE: Whenever you want me, all you have to do is dream. Dream, dream dream.

58 - Shortbread, Short Tempers

ssjoystick@gmail.com (Xavier Rubetzki Noonan & Tom Sanderson) — Fri, 11 Jan 2013 07:10:00 +1100

This week, it's really late, we've been away all week, and I'm sick, but we still manage to put out a podcast! We talk about impressions of each other, dominance, shortbread, the history of the earth (and the last few days), Adelaide, my future juice wife, The Walking Dead, Manos: The Hands of Fate, Assassin's Creed III, and Slayer.
In SSST: Nintendo announces Pokémon X and Pokémon Y, Sony ceases production of the PlayStation 2 (so we take a look back at the console's greatest hits and misses), and Namco announce their plans to open a high-end gaming restaurant. Also we get lots of yelling done.
In Ask SSJ: We discuss console lifespans and the future of this console generation, before taking some questions from the net... and to be honest, there were too many to count this week, and I am lazy. :D I think I remember singing a bunch of Clash and Queen songs towards the end?

MUSIC USED:
SSJ Theme 2: Xavier Rubetzki Noonan

Look Back: 2NRO8OT / CC BY-NC-SA 3.0

Trick and/or Treat (the candy raid is on!): Nordloef / CC BY-NC 3.0

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MOOMOO IS SICK... SHE NEEDS LOTS OF BERRIES.
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FREE ADVICE: Don't try and drink Adelaide water. There's a reason they have such good beer and wine - their water is undrinkable.

Spotted in Adelaide: a philosophy we live our lives by.