Join special guest MC Dent as we cover Australian pro wrestlers Rhea Ripley and Grayson Waller’s triumphant return home for the WWE’s major event. We also discuss the upcoming WWE King and Queen of the Ring tournament, Netflix’s groundbreaking $5 billion deal to stream WWE Raw, and a nostalgic exploration of the best WrestleMania matches of all time. Tune in for insights, predictions, and wrestling history! 🎙️🤼‍♂️

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We discuss Darth Jar Jar’s LEGO comeback, compare radio charm to Spotify’s algorithm, and celebrate Bluey’s “Dad Baby” episode’s US release. We also cover Japan’s tourist restrictions, anime fan must-visits, Netflix’s Dead Boy Detectives’ yaoi elements, and Star Wars’ hidden influence in Shōgun. Tune in for a compact journey through the latest in entertainment and travel!

Links:

• The Radio Is Better Than the Spotify Algorithm | Lifehacker https://lifehacker.com/entertainment/the-radio-is-still-better-than-the-spotify-algorithm
• 'Banned' Bluey Episode 'Dad Baby' Is Finally Viewable in the U.S. (gizmodo.com) https://gizmodo.com/banned-bluey-episode-dad-baby-now-on-youtube-in-us-1851452765
• Japan blocks overcrowded selfie spot, bans tourists from traditional areas to cope with explosion of travellers - ABC News https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-05-08/asian-tourism-post-pandemic-japan-singapore-thailand-surge/103809554
• Rejecting media tourism: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2023-12-31/briars-wildlife-reserve-harry-potter-experience-petition/103275544
• Anime Fans Rank the 'Must See' Anime Pilgrimage Sites - Interest - Anime News Network:AU Media tourism and Edge Radio https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2015-04-21/anime-fans-rank-the-must-see-anime-pilgrimage-sites/.86814
• "Rosehaven" Episode #1.5 (TV Episode 2016) – IMDb
• Netflix’s Dead Boy Detectives proves yaoi would save an Edwardian boy - Polygon https://www.polygon.com/24141759/dead-boy-detectives-queer-yaoi-supernatural
• There’s a hidden Star Wars influence in every Shōgun episode - Polygon https://www.polygon.com/24124644/star-wars-shogun-influence-subtitle-font

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This episode was first Broadcast on Edge Radio on 10 May 2024.

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Join us in this captivating episode as we delve into the unique Australian Superman radio series from the late '40s to early '50s, exploring its post-war cultural impact and adaptation. Plus, we dive into today’s hot topics:

• The debate on whether children earning on Roblox is exploitation or empowerment.
• The hilarious audio outtakes discovered in Red Dead Redemption 2.
• A former GTA developer sheds light on in-game myths.
• The controversy surrounding AI-generated images on social media platforms.
• The implications of AI technology in gaming and its societal effects.
• And the soaring value of Superman memorabilia in the collector’s market.

Tune in for an insightful journey through pop culture and technology, all through the lens of the iconic Superman legacy.

Listen to our previous Australian Superman episodes:

• Ep 69 https://www.mediamothership.au/post/from-spectrograms-to-superman 
• Ep 70 https://www.mediamothership.au/post/superman-chronicles-from-leonard-teale-to-dc-s-new-film

Links

• Roblox Studio boss: children making money on the platform isn't exploitation, it's a gift | Eurogamer.net https://www.eurogamer.net/roblox-studio-boss-children-making-money-on-the-platform-isnt-exploitation-its-a-gift?utm_source=feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=feed 
• Red Dead Redemption 2 audio bloopers unearthed in game files
  Double Dutch. https://www.eurogamer.net/red-dead-redemption-2-audio-bloopers-unearthed-in-game-files?utm_source=feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=feed 
• Ex-GTA Dev Explains Suicidal NPC, Ghost Cars & Crashing Planes
  https://kotaku.com/gta-san-andreas-crash-planes-ghost-cars-myths-explained-1851385673 
• AI-generated Asians were briefly unavailable on Instagram - The Verge https://www.theverge.com/2024/4/4/24121419/meta-instagram-ai-image-generator-asian-race 
• After AI-generated porn report, Washington Lottery pulls down interactive web app | Ars Technica
  https://arstechnica.com/ai/2024/04/after-ai-generated-porn-report-washington-lottery-pulls-down-interactive-web-app/ 
• Meta’s AI image generator can’t imagine an Asian man with a white woman - The Verge https://www.theverge.com/2024/4/3/24120029/instagram-meta-ai-sticker-generator-asian-people-racism 
• Andrew Tate's ideology driving sexual harassment, sexism and misogyny in Australian classrooms - ABC News https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-04-02/andrew-tate-effect-in-australian-classrooms/103657122 
• Superman NEWS: https://www.ign.com/articles/auction-action-comics-1-siegel-keaton-letter-very-different-superman-we-almost-got 
• It's a Bird, It's a Plane, It's the Most Expensive Comic Ever Sold! https://gizmodo.com/superman-dc-action-comic-1-sold-for-six-million-dollars-1851388583 
• The Adventures of Superman (Radio Drama, Australia, 1949-54) Episode 752 https://www.supermanhomepage.com/multimedia/Sounds/MP3/AusSuperman0752.mp3 

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This episode was first Broadcast on Edge Radio on the 5th April 2024.

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This week’s podcast explores diverse themes: Queensland’s outback challenges Google Maps’ reliability, DC’s latest Superman film details, BBC’s AI marketing mishap with Doctor Who, the AI controversy in 'Late Night with the Devil’, Leonard Teale’s legacy as the Aussie Superman5, and the storytelling craft of inciting incidents.

Links

• Authorities tell tourists 'don't just rely on Google Maps' while travelling through outback Queensland - ABC News https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-03-29/outback-authorities-warn-tourists-about-google-maps/103638262
• DC's New Superman Movie - Release Date, Cast, Director, And Everything Else To Know - GameSpot https://www.gamespot.com/gallery/superman-release-date-cast-plot-trailer/2900-5201/
• The BBC Won't Use AI to Promote Doctor Who Again After Being Yelled at by Fans https://gizmodo.com/doctor-who-ai-bbc-complaints-response-disney-plus-1851363443 
• ICYMI: Aussie horror Late Night with the Devil faces AI scandal, Heartbreak High returns and more https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-03-25/late-night-devil-ai-bowery-ball-heartbreak-high/103627166 
• MEET THE AUSSIE SUPERMAN, LEONARD TEALE https://www.nfsa.gov.au/latest/meet-aussie-superman 
• Superman, the Australian radio series, Episode 2 (1949) https://soundcloud.com/nfsaaustralia/superman-episode-2?in=nfsaaustralia/sets/superman-the-australian-radio
• Original US version (1938) The Adventures of Superman : Free Download, Borrow, and Streaming : Internet Archive
• Jerry B. Jenkins Inciting Incident https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hOSP7yM1fQs

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This episode was first Broadcast on Edge Radio on 29th March 2024.

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Exploring the world of gaming, where DOOM, the classic FPS, has been transformed into an audio spectrogram experience. We navigate the complex legal skies of anime streaming. The legendary Macross series is finally landing on Disney+, but not without its caveats. Step into the past with us as we discuss the restoration of the iconic 1940s Superman shorts by Fleischer Studios. Ending with the tale of Leonard Teale, who brought Superman to life on Australian radio in the late '40s. We’ll delve into the history of this unique adaptation and its significance in Australian pop culture.

Links

• This is What Happens When You Play DOOM on an Audio Spectrogram - TechEBlog
• Macross Is Coming to Disney+, With Some Major Caveats (gizmodo.com)
• Fleischer Cartoons Enter the Modern Age with Restored Superman Shorts (gizmodo.com)
• Meet the Aussie Superman, Leonard Teale | National Film and Sound Archive of Australia (nfsa.gov.au)
• 3 Ways To Open A Story - Jonathan Blum (youtube.com)

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This episode was first Broadcast on Edge Radio on 22nd March 2024.

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We discuss the historical accuracy and creative liberties in the different adaptations of “Shogun”. The 1975 novel by James Clavell, the 1980s miniseries, and the 2024 FX show all offer varying depictions of feudal Japan and the rise of the Tokugawa shogunate. The adaptations reflect the cultural and historical perspectives of the times they were created in, with the latest FX show aiming to present a more balanced view by incorporating significant Japanese dialogue and perspectives.

Links

• French Soccer Star Lists GTA As One Reason He Moved To LA (kotaku.com)
• Decades-Old Beer Ads Stitched Straight Into Original Star Wars Movies Go Viral - IGN
• Arthur Morgan Is Your American History Teacher in New Red Dead Redemption Audiobook - IGN
• The Real History Behind FX's 'Shogun' | History | Smithsonian Magazine
• Episode 1 - Anjin | FX's Shōgun: The Official Podcast (youtube.com)

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This episode was first Broadcast on Edge Radio on 8th March 2024.

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We dive into how Doom, the classic shooter game, has been ported to run on a $2,000+ lawnmower. Now you can literally mow down demons while keeping your lawn tidy. We then unravel a vending machine mishap that exposed a secret database of college students’ faces, raising questions about privacy and the pervasive reach of facial recognition. We also recount the curious case of parents duped by AI-generated images of a Wonka-like event, leading to a less-than-magical reality and a call to the cops. Finally, we tune into some musical missteps, highlighting five famous songs that made it to the final cut with noticeable mistakes, including one with a swear word that slipped past everyone for decades.

Join us as we dissect these fascinating stories, shedding light on the unexpected intersections of technology, privacy, and pop culture.

Links:

• Doom Is Now Playable On A $2,000+ Lawnmower Because Why Not
  Finally, you can mow down zombies, demons, and monsters with an actual lawn mower https://kotaku.com/doom-ported-playable-lawnmower-robomower-1851287927 
• “Can it run Doom?” (Gut bacteria edition) | Ars Technica https://arstechnica.com/gaming/2024/01/can-it-run-doom-gut-bacteria-edition/
• Vending machine error reveals secret face image database of college students
  Facial-recognition data is typically used to prompt more vending machine sales.
  ASHLEY BELANGER https://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2024/02/vending-machine-error-reveals-secret-face-image-database-of-college-students/ 
• Cops called after parents get tricked by AI-generated images of Wonka-like event
  Dull in-person warehouse for kids doesn't live up to technicolor AI-generated promo images.BENJ EDWARDS -https://arstechnica.com/information-technology/2024/02/cops-called-after-parents-get-tricked-by-ai-generated-images-of-wonka-like-event/ 
• 5 Mistakes That Made It Into the Final Versions of Famous Songs
  One of these songs contains a loud swear word that no one noticed for decades https://www.cracked.com/article_41210_5-mistakes-that-made-it-into-the-final-versions-of-famous-songs.html 

This episode first Broadcast on Edge Radio, 1st March 2024.

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Dive into the latest digital dilemmas and pop culture phenomena in this week’s podcast. We’ll unpack Google’s pause on Gemini’s AI-generated images amid diversity debacles, analyze how ‘Helldivers 2’ is reviving interest in ‘Starship Troopers’, and marvel at how Andrew Dice Clay’s flop ‘The Adventures of Ford Fairlane’ became an unexpected hit in Hungary. Tune in for a blend of tech insights and entertainment oddities!

Links

• Google pauses Gemini’s ability to generate AI images of people after diversity errors https://www.theverge.com/2024/2/22/24079876/google-gemini-ai-photos-people-pause
• In A Full Circle Moment, Helldivers 2 Has Helped More People Discover Starship Troopers - GameSpot 
• Andrew Dice Clay’s Notorious Bomb Became a Hit Overseas by Recasting Andrew Dice Clay
  ‘The Adventures of Ford Fairlane’ was like ‘Star Wars’ in Hungary https://www.cracked.com/article_41053_andrew-dice-clays-notorious-bomb-became-a-hit-overseas-by-recasting-andrew-dice-clay.html

This episode first Broadcast on Edge Radio, 23rd February 2024.

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In this episode, we explore the ‘Animedoro’ technique for boosting productivity and relaxation, delve into Australia’s most agonizing critters, and examine the evolving Australian accents influenced by region, age, and culture.

Links

The ‘Animedoro’ Method Can Make You More Productive and Give You More Downtime | Lifehacker

Australia's most painful creatures - ABC News

Australian accents are changing across different regions, generations, and cultures - ABC News

This episode first Broadcast on Edge Radio, 9th February 2024.

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Join me in this week’s episode as I chat with Daniel Brooks and Edward Williams, two talented film makers who are working on a new indie film project. They share their insights, challenges, and inspirations behind their creative process. We also dive into the topics of cinematography and world-building and explore how they use these elements to craft compelling stories. To learn more, check out the links below to some of the ‘Film Courage’ interviews we referenced. This episode is a must-listen for anyone who loves film and wants to discover the secrets behind the scenes.

Links

• There Are Two Types Of Cinematographers - Illya Friedman [Founder of Hot Rod Cameras] (youtube.com)

• World Building Essentials For Screenwriters - Steve Douglas-Craig (youtube.com)

This episode first Broadcast on Edge Radio, 2nd February 2024.

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