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Today on The 8-Bit Closed Fist Podcast, Khathaddeus and Ronell will be picking brains on what we can all expect from this thing that Mark Zuckerberg just dropped, Metaverse. On the discussion, the episode talks about why the name Meta isn't at all cool, will the VR experience serve the concept effectively, how will ads work, and is the concept behind Metaverse even new at all? In today's ROLLDOWN, they’ll also be talking about household gaming brands' adaptation of NFTs into their space, Assassin's Creed Infinity-but-not-free-to-play, and Mark Wahlberg as another archetype on the making.

In this episode you will learn:

• About the name Meta…

• How will the Metaverse perform experience-wise?

• Is VR a sustainable feature?

• THE ROLLDOWN: Overwatch 2 Pushed Back, Epic and UBISOFT on NFTS, and Mark Wahlberg

• About the new trailer for Morbius

• …and so much more!

About Khathaddeus:

Khathaddeus is a Twitch streamer and is the man of many names for many trades: Khadeem, Khathaddeus, Keeper of Games, Zordon, Tech God, Last Dolla Deem, Hammer.

Catch up with Khathaddeus on:

Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/khathaddeus

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/khathaddeus/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/khathaddeus

Connect with The 8-Bit Closed Fist Podcast:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/8bitclosedfist/

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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/The8bitclosedfist

Today on The 8-Bit Closed Fist Podcast, we have got some sizzling episode for you with the Fantastic Frankey joining Ronell on the show to talk about movies, movies, movies, and some beef?! Frankey gives us her two cents on the movie people are going back and forth for today, DUNE, and about a very different element with the much-awaited movie, Eternals. They also talk a little bit about Frankey's life in Japan, the New York life, Ronell's opinion on Michael B. Jordan—and if you stay until the end—Ronell's real reason for inviting Frankey on to the podcast.

In this episode you will learn:

• Is the DUNE craze well deserved?

• Eternals: A different Marvel movie?

• Are we excited for more Batman?

• Is MBJ really just basic?

• THE ROLLDOWN: The Buzz Spinoff, Keanu Reeves getting his own team, and Quiet Place 2

• …and so much more!

About Fantastic Frankey:

After many years watching men comment on the content she held dear, Frankey Smith decided to take things into her own hands. She started by creating a blog with the moniker @fantasticfrankey. With the mission to normalize the female voice in a male-dominated community, Frankey created a nerd debate forum on social media by using polarizing statements in speech bubbles.

She quickly became known as "The Fanboy Fighter," the daughter of an avid comic book reader. Frankly grew up fully emerging in nerd culture. After a visit to Yokosuka, Japan, she found her second love in anime. In 2020 Frankey was selected to become an official Facebook creator through their "We Are The Culture" program.

Frankey now spends her time reviewing comics, anime, sci-fi, and fantasy, providing her unique outlook to dissect the content.

Catch up with Fantastic Frankey on:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fantasticfrankey/?hl=en

Twitter: https://twitter.com/fanboyfighter?lang=en

Connect with The 8-Bit Closed Fist Podcast:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/8bitclosedfist/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/8BitClosedfist

Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/8bitclosedfist

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/The8bitclosedfist

Today on The 8-Bit Closed Fist Podcast, we have got some sizzling episode for you with the Fantastic Frankey joining Ronell on the show to talk about movies, movies, movies, and some beef?! Frankey gives us her two cents on the movie people are going back and forth for today, DUNE, and about a very different element with the much-awaited movie, Eternals. They also talk a little bit about Frankey's life in Japan, the New York life, Ronell's opinion on Michael B. Jordan—and if you stay until the end—Ronell's real reason for inviting Frankey on to the podcast.

In this episode you will learn:

• Is the DUNE craze well deserved?

• Eternals: A different Marvel movie?

• Are we excited for more Batman?

• Is MBJ really just basic?

• THE ROLLDOWN: The Buzz Spinoff, Keanu Reeves getting his own team, and Quiet Place 2

• …and so much more!

About Fantastic Frankey:

After many years watching men comment on the content she held dear, Frankey Smith decided to take things into her own hands. She started by creating a blog with the moniker @fantasticfrankey. With the mission to normalize the female voice in a male-dominated community, Frankey created a nerd debate forum on social media by using polarizing statements in speech bubbles.

She quickly became known as "The Fanboy Fighter," the daughter of an avid comic book reader. Frankly grew up fully emerging in nerd culture. After a visit to Yokosuka, Japan, she found her second love in anime. In 2020 Frankey was selected to become an official Facebook creator through their "We Are The Culture" program.

Frankey now spends her time reviewing comics, anime, sci-fi, and fantasy, providing her unique outlook to dissect the content.

Catch up with Fantastic Frankey on:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fantasticfrankey/?hl=en

Twitter: https://twitter.com/fanboyfighter?lang=en

Connect with The 8-Bit Closed Fist Podcast:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/8bitclosedfist/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/8BitClosedfist

Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/8bitclosedfist

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/The8bitclosedfist

Today on The 8-Bit Closed Fist Podcast, Ronell talks about Netflix’s top original TV show of all time – Squid Game. The show was all the rage on the internet, especially memes, that Ronell was intrigued by and made him watch the show. With LJ in recovery, he goes solo and discusses the show episode by episode. Spoilers up ahead, so take caution! 

In this episode, you will learn:

• A quick run-through of the characters

• Thoughts on the games portrayed in the series

• Ronell’s reaction to the Marbles game

• Analysis of Sang-Woo’s character

• Squid Game spoilers, plot twists, and overall rating

• … and so much more!

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Today on The 8-Bit Closed Fist Podcast, we will go down on the most epic crossovers in the industry of gaming and entertainment. With the new release from Super Smash Bros and Nickelodeon launching a new all-star game on Switch, Ronell and LJ touch on Smash’s pick on the last DLC character and the gameplay of the new Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl. Who would’ve been the better choice? Can the All-Star Brawl’s roster of players make up for the other parts of the game? And did we hear “Kanye West is putting up a school,” right?

In this episode you will learn:

• Super Smash Bros x Kingdom Hearts?

• What about Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl?

• What PlayStation All-Stars Battle Royale did for the scene.

• Let’s talk about Jimmy Timmy Power Hour!

• ROLLDOWN: Strike at Kellog’s, New Scream Trailer, and Kanye West opening up a school?!

• …and so much more!

About The 8-Bit Closed Fist Podcast:

The 8-Bit Closed Fist Podcast is a fun and refreshing look at video games, comics, anime, and other nerd interests. Throughout the show, your hosts, Ronell and LJ, bring on guests (everyone from local rappers to voice actors) from all walks of life to discuss their experiences with nerd culture; anything and everything about video games, comics, anime, cons, cosplay, movies, and more. Ronell and LJ discuss interesting stuff to inform and entertain everyone.

Connect with The 8-Bit Closed Fist Podcast:

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Today on The 8-Bit Closed Fist Podcast, we talk about today’s trends in marketing and advertising. Are movies, music, and games being sold waaaay too much? In this episode, Ronell and LJ talk about how the recent game Deathloop was marketed compared to Call of Duty and how it was done. Are these strategies working for or against the companies they come from? In the rolldown, they brush through the recent topics that went viral, from Steve’s heartwarming message to his clue-finding friends down to the important question of how you enjoy your anime, is it dubbed or subbed?

In this episode you will learn:

• Do movies, music, and games need to sell so much?

• The difference between how Deathloop and COD were sold.

• Are movies marketed more creatively?

• ROLLDOWN: Blue’s Clues 25th Year Anniv, Paralympics 2020, and Team Twilight!

• Anime dubbed or subbed?

• …and so much more!

About The 8-Bit Closed Fist Podcast:

The 8-Bit Closed Fist Podcast is a fun and refreshing look at video games, comics, anime, and other nerd interests. Throughout the show, your hosts, Ronell and LJ, bring on guests (everyone from local rappers to voice actors) from all walks of life to discuss their experiences with nerd culture; anything and everything about video games, comics, anime, cons, cosplay, movies, and more. Ronell and LJ discuss interesting stuff to inform and entertain everyone.

Connect with The 8-Bit Closed Fist Podcast:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/8bitclosedfist/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/8BitClosedfist

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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/The8bitclosedfist

Today on The 8-Bit Closed Fist Podcast, theres’ going to be a lot of discussion on video games and how addicting they can really get. Ronell and LJ sit on the recent banning of video gaming pass three hours per week for players below 18 in China. This banning is creating a buzz, raising questions on how ‘addiction’ is really defined in comparison to other activities. In addition to the episode, do you think we need more black lead roles in horror-thrillers? The guys also comment on the 2021 release of CANDYMAN, the new remakes of Nick Classics, Psychonauts 2, the upcoming DC Event, and more.

In this episode you will learn:

• Playing video games over three hours per week for ages below 18, banned in China

• Are people dying from game addictions?

• How do you think the ban will work?

• The CANDYMAN 2021 Remake

• THE ROLL DOWN: Upcoming DC Event, Psychonauts 2, New iCarly and Rugrats, etc.

• …and so much more.

About The 8-Bit Closed Fist Podcast:

The 8-Bit Closed Fist Podcast is a fun and refreshing look at video games, comics, anime, and other nerd interests. Throughout the show, your hosts, Ronell and LJ, bring on guests (everyone from local rappers to voice actors) from all walks of life to discuss their experiences with nerd culture; anything and everything about video games, comics, anime, cons, cosplay, movies, and more. Ronell and LJ discuss interesting stuff to inform and entertain everyone.

Connect with The 8-Bit Closed Fist Podcast:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/8bitclosedfist/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/8BitClosedfist

Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/8bitclosedfist

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/The8bitclosedfist

Today on The 8-Bit Closed Fist Podcast, Ronell and LJ are joined by Clarke Selena to talk about the hate raids on Twitch and the walkout protest. For the past weeks, Twitch streamers are bombed on their chats with racist, sexist, and homophobic messages. These messages were automatically generated using bots, and streamers are protesting for Twitch’s slow response. They also talk about Clarke’s work in the development side of Nickelodeon, so stay tuned! 

In this episode, you will learn:

• How is Clarke doing on Twitch with all the hate raids going around

• Streamers protest to make Twitch a better platform

• What Clarke does on her Twitch streams aside from gaming

• Nickelodeon development side experience

• Sing-along with songs from Nickelodeon shows

• … and so much more!

About Clarke Selena:

Clarke Selena is an educated baddie that likes to sing, talk, and play Sims. She also loves makeup, animation, and music! Clarke is currently developing some pretty cool shows at Nickelodeon, and if you stick around, she just might talk about them from time to time.

Connect with Clarke Selena:

Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/Clarke_Selena

Linktr.ee: https://linktr.ee/clarke.selena

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clarke.selena/

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Today on The 8-Bit Closed Fist Podcast, after a short while, Ronell and LJ come through with an episode full of updates, reviews, and exciting things that are changing soon. The guys talk about the dopeness that is Dream Con 2021 and all the engagements that happened in place. Then, on pop culture, we touch on the possible ‘what ifs’ that we can conclude from Marvel’s ‘WHAT IF?’ Episode 1, the thing with DC’s ‘Suicide Squad 2,’ the new anime Ronell recommends you watch with someone, and many more. Ronell and LJ have a lot of theories and comments to gab about – so make sure to hang with us!

In this episode you will learn:

• About the Dream Con 2021 dopeness.

• Watch Out For: The 8-Bit Closed Fist Relaunch!

• Marvel’s ‘WHAT IF?’ Episode 1, and theories.

• Was Suicide Squad 2 cool? Hmmmm.

• Which one do we give another chance – Attack on Titan or Super Dragon Ball Heroes?

• …and so much more.

About The 8-Bit Closed Fist Podcast:

The 8-Bit Closed Fist Podcast is a fun and refreshing look at video games, comics, anime, and other nerd interests. Throughout the show, your hosts, Ronell and LJ, bring on guests (everyone from local rappers to voice actors) from all walks of life to discuss their experiences with nerd culture; anything and everything about video games, comics, anime, cons, cosplay, movies, and more. Ronell and LJ discuss interesting stuff to inform and entertain everyone.

Connect with The 8-Bit Closed Fist Podcast:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/8bitclosedfist/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/8BitClosedfist

Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/8bitclosedfist

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/The8bitclosedfist

Today on The 8-Bit Closed Fist Podcast, your host Ronell is joined with Khleo and Khadeem to talk tons about streaming, upcoming cons, cartoons, and more. In this episode, Khleo shares a bit about how he became a Twitch Partner within just one year of streaming and how the average streamer views sponsored content in general. While Khleo believes it's essential for a streamer to stay true to identity, for Khadeem, a streamer should be able to offer variety as a content creator. Because E3 2021 is finally around the corner, the guys will also be commenting about the reimagined, all-virtual big event.

What can we expect from this year's E3? What do we want to see?

All of these and more as you tune in!

In this episode you will learn:

• Khleo on streaming and becoming a Twitch Partner—all in one year
• How does a streamer draw the line between identity and sponsorships?
• The magic in games of the new generation
• What we want and can expect from the upcoming E3 2021
• The Mt. Rushmore of Cartoon Network!
• …and so much more

About Khleo Thomas:

Khaleed "Khleo" Leon Thomas is an American actor, rapper, influencer, and music producer best known for his role as Zero in Holes and Mixed Mike in Roll Bounce. Born in Anchorage, Alaska, he began acting in commercials at age six after his family settled in Southern California.

About Khadeem:

Khadeem is the man of many names for many trades – Khadeem, Khathaddeus, Keeper of Games, Zordon, Tech God, Last Dolla Deem, and Hammer –- These are the monikers he goes by as a streamer.

Connect with Khleo Thomas and Khadeem:

Twitch:                 https://www.twitch.tv/khleothomas

Linktr.ee:             https://linktr.ee/khleothomas

Twitch:                 https://www.twitch.tv/khathaddeus

Instagram:          https://www.instagram.com/khathaddeus/

Twitter:                https://twitter.com/khathaddeus

Connect with The 8-Bit Closed Fist Podcast:

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Twitch:                 https://www.twitch.tv/8bitclosedfist

YouTube:             https://www.youtube.com/The8bitclosedfist

Today on The 8-Bit Closed Fist Podcast, join your hosts Ronell and LJ as they discuss hot tub streamers on Twitch, the viewers' behavior on streaming platforms, and why producers need to stop reimagining iconic cartoons. If there's one thing frustrating about 'skin' streamers, it's not that they take away from the views of gamers. For Ronell and LJ, it's the mixed signals that these streaming platforms are sending. Following this topic on streaming, they go about the do's and don't's of how to behave when streaming lives and the different hot topics on game and current events in The Roll Down. Catch all of these and more as you tune in with the guys. In this episode you will learn: • The frustrating thing about Twitch and hot tub streamers. • Twitch is not all about gaming—at least not anymore. • Why is being weird on streaming platforms not weird? • A Crime: CW's Powerpuff Live-Action Reboot. • The Roll Down: Sonic vs. Link, Adrian Lopez's Birthday, Chris Rock on "Spiral," etc. • …and so much more. About The 8-Bit Closed Fist Podcast: The 8-Bit Closed Fist Podcast is a fun and refreshing look at video games, comics, anime, and other nerd interests. Throughout the show, your hosts, Ronell and LJ, bring on guests (everyone from local rappers to voice actors) from all walks of life to discuss their experiences with nerd culture; anything and everything about video games, comics, anime, cons, cosplay, movies, and more. Ronell and LJ discuss interesting stuff to inform and entertain everyone. Connect with The 8-Bit Closed Fist Podcast: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/8bitclosedfist/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/8BitClosedfist Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/8bitclosedfist YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/The8bitclosedfist