In this week's episode, we delve deep into the world of gaming and sci-fi. First, we explore the fascinating story of a Modder who transformed Mortal Kombat 1 into a gory and twisted Dreamworks vs Pixar bloodbath. Then, we dive into the controversial world of Doctor Who as we continue our discussion of Den of Geek's top 50 controversies. Join us as we uncover the secrets of Doctor Who's rich history and explore the most scandalous moments in this iconic sci-fi series. So, gear up for a thrilling ride and tune in to our latest podcast episode now! 

Links

• Modder Turns Mortal Kombat 1 Into Gruesome Adults Only Dreamworks vs Pixar Bloodbath - IGN https://www.ign.com/articles/modder-turns-mortal-kombat-1-into-gruesome-adults-only-dreamworks-vs-pixar-blood-bath 
• Doctor Who's top 50 controversies | Den of Geek https://www.denofgeek.com/tv/doctor-whos-top-50-controversies/ 

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We dive deeper into the world of Doctor Who with our special guest, Marcus Johnson. He is a true Whovian who knows everything there is to know about the show and its controversies. We also bring you the hottest news and updates from the media culture scene, How to watch the Marvel Cinematic Universe in the perfect order, as revealed by Disney+. The surprising video of Brian Cox, the star of Succession, telling the story of Tekken. The amazing feat of a YouTuber who built a working Nintendo PlayStation. We end the episode by going through more of Den of Geek’s list of Doctor Who’s top 50 controversies, with Marcus giving us his expert commentary and analysis on all things Whovian.

Episode Links:

Disney+ Says This Is the Right Order to Watch the Marvel Cinematic Universe (gizmodo.com) https://gizmodo.com/marvel-cinematic-universe-timeline-disney-plus-avengers-1851156178

Succession Star Brian Cox Recapped the Story of Tekken and the Internet Is Delighted - IGN https://www.ign.com/articles/succession-star-brian-cox-recapped-the-story-of-tekken-and-the-internet-is-delighted

YouTuber Builds A Nintendo PlayStation, Saves $300,000 - GameSpot https://www.gamespot.com/articles/youtuber-builds-a-nintendo-playstation-saves-300000/1100-6520155/

Doctor Who's top 50 controversies | Den of Geek https://www.denofgeek.com/tv/doctor-whos-top-50-controversies/

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We dive into the controversies surrounding the beloved TV show Dr Who as it celebrates its 60th anniversary with three special episodes and a new Doctor. We discuss the BBC's response to criticisms of the show's alleged "woke propaganda" and inclusion of LGBTQ+ and non-binary characters and themes. We also explore the show's partnership with Disney and its streaming on Disney+ outside of the U.K. Additionally. Join us as we dissect these hot topics and also cover the latest news, including Public Domain Day, Mickey Mouse entering the Public Domain, media panic about a teenage Tetris wiz, and Tekken 8's colourblind mode. 

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Public Domain Day 2024 | Duke University School of Law
https://web.law.duke.edu/cspd/publicdomainday/2024/ 

Mickey Mouse in Public Domain
Everything You Need to Know About Mickey Mouse's Public Domain Debut Today
 https://gizmodo.com/mickey-mouse-public-domain-explained-steamboat-willie-1851132857 

How people are using Mickey Mouse in his post-copyright era | Mashable
https://mashable.com/article/mickey-mouse-steamboat-willie-public-domain-so-far 

Mickey Mouse Game Changes Name After Antisemitic Accusations
 https://kotaku.com/mickey-mouse-infestation-88-origins-horror-game-1851134630 

British TV Host Tells Teenage Tetris Whiz To ‘Go Outside’ British TV Host Tells Teenage Tetris Whiz To ‘Go Outside’ (kotaku.com)
2024 Is a Hell of a Year in Star Trek History https://gizmodo.com/star-trek-2024-bell-riots-irish-reunification-world-war-1851137750  

One of Tekken 8’s “colorblind” modes is causing migraines, vertigo, and debate https://arstechnica.com/gaming/2024/01/tekken-8s-colorblind-mode-is-causing-migraines-vertigo-and-debate/  

BBC Responds to Anti-Trans Doctor Who Complaints: Lol, Lmao, Etc.
https://gizmodo.com/bbc-doctor-who-transgender-complaints-response-disney-1851136244 

Doctor Who: How Russell T Davies Adapted the Original Star Beast Comic
 https://www.denofgeek.com/tv/doctor-who-how-russell-t-davies-adapted-the-original-star-beast-comic/ 

Disney Reportedly Planning to Give DOCTOR WHO a "Hollywood Makeover" — GeekTyrant https://geektyrant.com/news/disney-reportedly-planning-to-give-doctor-who-an-hollywood-makeover 

Doctor Who's top 50 controversies | Den of Geek https://www.denofgeek.com/tv/doctor-whos-top-50-controversies/ 

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Do you love board games? Do you want to learn more about the different genres, styles and strategies of this hobby? Then tune in to this episode of Boardgaming Bonanza, where host Craig Norris chats with two avid board gamers: Travis Deverell (Shirtaloon) and Peter Wills. They share their passion, insights, and tips on everything in board gaming, from Euro games to Ameritrash, from co-op to competitive, and from classics to new releases. You’ll hear about their personal experiences, challenges and highlights of playing board games, as well as their favourite games and recommendations. You’ll also discover how to improve your skills, what makes a good board game, and how to have fun with your friends and family. Whether you’re a beginner or a veteran, this podcast will entertain and educate you on the wonderful world of board games. Don’t miss it!

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In this episode (originally broadcast on 28 Jan 2021), we talk with Travis Deverell (Shirtaloon), the author of the creative fiction series He Who Fights With Monsters, and Peter Wills. Deverell shares his journey of taking his series from online platforms like Royalroad and Scribblehub to Amazon, where he worked with Podium to publish his audiobook and ebook versions. This was a pivotal moment for the series, which has since gained worldwide popularity and acclaim. You will learn how he made the transition to a wider and larger audience, and what advice he has for other authors who want to do the same. You will also discover how he adapted his book into a highly successful audiobook series that captivated listeners.

Listen to Part 1 by going to ep57 on YouTube: Travis Deverell (aka Shirtaloon) of “He Who Fights With Monsters” fame on Isekai and LitRPG. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dMkbMwl4RPI&t=1s&ab_channel=MediaMothership

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In this episode, we explore the fascinating intersections of media, culture, and technology through four recent media news stories. How Sega paid tribute to the fallen heroes and villains of the Yakuza and Like a Dragon series in a solemn ceremony. How a botched legal document by Donald Trump’s lawyer sparked speculation of AI involvement and plagiarism. How the GTA 6 trailer revived the popularity of a classic Tom Petty song on Spotify and what it means for the music industry. How Behaviour Interactive created a thrilling and immersive horror game with Dead by Daylight, featuring some of the most iconic characters from movies, TV shows, and video games.

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Links:

• Sega Is Basically Hosting a Real Funeral for All the Dead Yakuza and Like a Dragon Characters - IGN

• https://www.ign.com/articles/sega-is-basically-hosting-a-real-funeral-for-all-the-dead-yakuza-and-like-a-dragon-characters

• Michael Cohen’s lawyer cited three fake cases in possible AI-fueled screwup | Ars Technica https://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2023/12/michael-cohens-lawyer-cited-three-fake-cases-in-possible-ai-fueled-screwup/

• GTA 6 Trailer Makes Tom Petty Song Explode On Spotify https://kotaku.com/gta-6-vi-trailer-song-tom-petty-love-is-a-long-road-1851077993

• How Dead by Daylight Summoned Horror's Most Iconic Characters - IGN https://www.ign.com/articles/how-dead-by-daylight-summoned-horrors-most-iconic-characters

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Author Travis Deverell (Shirtaloon), the creator of the hit series ‘He Who Fights with Monsters’, and Peter Wills talk with Craig Norris to explore the fascinating worlds of Isekai and LitRPG. Learn how to build your audience and improve your writing skills on platforms like Royal Road, Scribblehub, Discord, and Patreon. Don’t miss this lively conversation about writing, gaming, and the influence of media on our lives. This episode was first broadcast on January 21st, 2021.

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Join us as we dive into the world of gaming and explore the fascinating universe of multiplayer survival horror video game Dead by Daylight. We analyse the IGN interview with Behaviour Interactive on their approach to adapting iconic horror villains into their game - Dead by Daylight. From their creative adaptation of original characters to the use of iconic characters from horror films like Michael Myers, we hear about it all. We also bring you some interesting news from the gaming world - from Zack Snyder's obsession with Fortnite to Skyrim players finding emotional ways to retire their characters and the amusing reaction of one of the voice actors to the companion romance speedruns in Balder’s Gate 3.

Links:

• How Dead by Daylight Summoned Horror's Most Iconic Characters - IGN
• Zack Snyder Plays "Too Much Fortnite," Staying Up Until 3 AM - GameSpot
• Sentimental Skyrim Players Booting Up Xbox 360s and PS3s to 'Retire' Original Characters - IGN
• Baldur's Gate 3 Players Are Speedrunning Companion Romances - GameSpot

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We explore the world of video game adaptations and examine both successful and unsuccessful examples in the industry. We'll analyse a fascinating paper titled 'From Multimodal Storytelling to Polymorphic Fictions: Beyond Multimedia and Narratology' by Christy Dena. We'll apply this to two video game adaptations: the latest Walking Dead game and Scarface: The World is Yours. We'll discuss the strengths and weaknesses of these games and how they have contributed to arguments around storytelling in the gaming industry. But wait, there's more! We'll look at the latest news, including a story claiming that Aardman Animation, the creator of Wallace & Gromit, is almost out of clay. And if that's not enough to pique your interest, we'll also take a look at how players of Spider-Man 2 are ridiculing MJ's 'Trash' podcast setup. So sit back, relax, and get ready for an action-packed episode filled with analysis, insights, and exciting news from the world of video games and animation!
Sources

• Wallace & Gromit Creator Aardman Is Almost Out of Clay (gizmodo.com)
• Spider-Man 2 Players Are Roasting MJ’s ‘Trash’ Podcast Setup (kotaku.com)
• New Walking Dead Game Looks Uh… Not Great! (kotaku.com)
• Scarface: The World is Yours PC Games Interview - Video - YouTube
• 'From Multimodal Storytelling to Polymorphic Fictions: Beyond Multimedia and Narratology' by Christy Dena
• Beyond Multimedia, Narrative, and Game: The Contributions of Multimoda (taylorfrancis.com)

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Learn about how AirTags have become an increasingly popular tool for law enforcement agencies to tackle car thefts. We also discuss the recent case of a New South Wales police officer who received a sentence for pointing a gun towards a colleague over Top Gun: Maverick spoilers.  We also explore the world of gaming activism to examine how gamers on platforms such as Roblox, Final Fantasy, and The Sims are leveraging virtual worlds to push for social and environmental change. As well as PC game modding and how game developers like Capcom are grappling with the issue of offensive and morally questionable mods that can cause public outrage. Finally, we end the episode with an in-depth discussion of the latest Baldur's Gate 3 patch, which has brought about a significant change to one of the game's “popular?” speedruns. 

Join us for this insightful and informative episode of Media Mothership, where we explore the fascinating intersection of media, technology, and society.

• AirTags are the new go-to tool for cops after spike in car thefts | Ars Technica https://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2023/11/airtags-are-the-new-go-to-tool-for-cops-after-spike-in-car-thefts/
• NSW police officer Dominic Gaynor sentenced for pointing gun towards colleague over Top Gun: Maverick spoilers - ABC News https://www.abc.net.au/news/2023-11-09/nsw-cop-pointed-gun-top-gun-spoilers/103086628
• Gamers on Roblox, Final Fantasy, The Sims and more are bringing activism to the virtual world - ABC News https://www.abc.net.au/news/2023-11-10/virtual-protest-activism-in-video-games-like-roblox/103077494
• After a naked Chun Li scandalised a fighting game tournament, Capcom sounds the alarm about PC game modding: 'There are a number of mods that are offensive to public order and morals' (msn.com) https://www.msn.com/en-au/news/techandscience/after-a-naked-chun-li-scandalised-a-fighting-game-tournament-capcom-sounds-the-alarm-about-pc-game-modding-there-are-a-number-of-mods-that-are-offensive-to-public-order-and-morals/ar-AA1jdvbb
• Baldur’s Gate 3 Patch 4 Lae’zel changes are bad news for sex% speedruns - Polygon https://www.polygon.com/23944976/baldurs-gate-3-patch-4-sex-nerf
• Baldur’s Gate 3’s Inevitable Bear Sex Speedrun Is Finally Here - IGN https://www.ign.com/articles/baldurs-gate-3s-inevitable-bear-sex-speedrun-is-finally-here

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