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PWmania columnist and pro wrestling commentator Jim LaMotta is joined by his pal, Declan Finnegan to discuss the death of Hulk Hogan, and Declan lists his top three Hogan moments

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This episode, Eamon & Merlin talk Part Three of the Real Housewives of Atlanta reunion, where Charles is the last husband and lays down the law just like he did on the court. Also, Part One of The Valley reunion, where the darkness surrounding Jax’s treatment of Brittany seems to be an afterthought for Andy Cohen. Then, a new episode of Real Housewives of Miami, where dueling yachts lead to a drunken Adriana, who somehow still manages to be the voice of reason. And finally, Real Housewives of Orange County, where Tamra tries to weaponize an OG of the OC, but fails to slay the dragon that is Jenn Pedranti.

5:13 - Real Housewives of Atlanta: Season 16: Episode 20

We are Eamon and Merlin, a queer married couple from Texas living in Pittsburgh, PA. We love reality television, wrestling, drag queens, and pretty much anything that can be called even kinda gay. A Gay & His Enby is a podcast where we talk about everything we love in terms of media and pop culture; everything thats gay and gay adjacent; basically all the conversations we have in our living room we are now putting in front of a microphone and on the internet for you.

We have launched our MERCH STORE! We are so excited to bring you these designs, all made by Merlin, commemorating some of our favorite iconic moments! Shop now at https://AGayAndHisEnby.Threadless.com

Every week, we have the pleasure and privilege of recording from Sorgatron Media Studios in Pittsburgh. The theme song for our main show is Pulsar by Shane Ivers, and the theme song for Binge Watch is Higher Up by Shane Ivers, both of which you can find at https://www.silvermansound.com

All of our social media can be found at our linktree: https://linktr.ee/agayandhisenby

We want to take a moment to uplift a powerful resource:

Let us be crystal clear: A Gay & His Enby stands for immigrant rights. Period.

This isn’t just politics—it’s about people. Families being torn apart. Communities being surveilled and silenced. And the same systems that criminalize immigrants also criminalize Black people, trans people, queer people, disabled people—anyone who doesn’t fit white supremacist standards of “belonging.”

We believe:

If you’ve ever wondered how to help, this guide is a great place to start. Share it. Donate if you can. Speak out even when it’s uncomfortable.

None of us are free until all of us are free.

In recent years, states have pushed forward a record number of bills that attack LGBTQ rights, especially transgender youth. The current obession with Drag Queens is no exception. This is a thinly veiled attempt to outlaw gender expressions that do not fall within the cisheteronormative guidelines. Please consider donating to one of the following charities to help make the US a safer place for Queer folks to live in peace.

American Civil Liberties Union

Join Michael Sorg, Katie Dudas, and Dave Podnar for another wild ride through the latest in tech, geek culture, and digital oddities. From chainsawed sandwiches and pygmy hippos to new AI-powered tools from Google and fun gaming tie-ins, AwesomeCast 743 dives into the fun, weird, and sometimes terrifying world of tech.

Whether you’re curious about Google Search’s AI makeover, craving a McDonald’s-themed Joy-Con fry holder, or wondering why a zoo staged a fake hippo escape with an inflatable costume — we’ve got you covered.

📰 Tech & Gadget News

Mu Dang the Pygmy Hippo Goes Viral: Thailand zoo runs a full-scale emergency drill with a costumed inflatable hippo to test staff response — adorable and effective training.

Google Search Gets AI Canvas Tool: Google is merging its AI tools with search, introducing “Canvas” to generate custom images from text and photos — currently available via the Google mobile app.

Notebook LM & AI Overload: Google’s overlapping AI features, including Canvas and Notebook LM, raise questions about branding confusion and user experience as AI moves deeper into search.

Copilot in Microsoft Edge: New “Copilot Mode” allows Edge to process and summarize across open tabs, designed for research efficiency — potentially great for students and writers.

“Grok” Explained: The term popularized in sci-fi is now an AI term, originally from Stranger in a Strange Land, meaning “to deeply understand”.

Chainsaw Sandwiches at Sheets: A bizarre but real marketing stunt — Sheets teamed with Liquid Death to cut sandwiches in half with a chainsaw. Bonus: custom merch drop included.

Critical Role Video Game Incoming: A brand-new RPG set in the world of Exandria is in development with Ad Hoc Studio — no timeline yet, but fans are hyped.

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer Gets a Game: A co-op 3D platformer based on the 1964 classic claymation special is dropping for holiday 2025.

Netflix’s Happy Gilmore Golf Mayhem 98: Retro browser game launched to promote Happy Gilmore 2, complete with pixel art, chaos on the green, and fighting Bob Barker.

AppleCare One Subscription: New $19.99/mo service allows Apple users to cover up to three devices, with theft/loss options and $5.99 add-ons for additional devices.

3D-Printed McDonald’s Fry Holder for Nintendo Switch: A hilarious Joy-Con mod lets gamers hold a box of fries mid-gameplay. Yes, it’s real and printable via Maker World.

Mario Paint Returns via Switch Online: Classic SNES creative tool now available — supports USB mouse and works with Nintendo Switch Online’s classic game collection.

Google Photos AI Makeover: New VO2-powered features let users animate photos, turn images into comics or anime, and access all creation tools via a new “Create” tab.

Hosts Sorg and Rizz are joined this week by special guests Derek Dillinger and Katie Arquette of The Production! They dive into Netflix’s new WWE: UnReal documentary, strip club wrestling, and the wonderfully chaotic legacy of indie wrestling icon Jimmy DeMarco. Along the way, they explore the blurred lines between wrestling and performance art, reminisce about the evolution of The Production, and laugh through tales of Pop-Tarts, Darby Allin action figures, and surprise moments at shows.

Whether you’re interested in WWE’s backstage production secrets, the indie grind, or the bizarre worlds of DildoMania and Buff Eagle, this episode is full of laughs, insight, and wrestling love.

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🔍 WWE: UnReal on Netflix

🎥 Pro Wrestling Production Talk

🔨 Behind-the-Scenes Stories

🐦 Jimmy DeMarco Retrospective

🔍 WWE SummerSlam Build Discussion

🎭 WWE Character Highlights

🌈 Indie Scene: “The Production” and Tag Teaming Life

📺 WWE & Indie Storytelling

⚰️ Legacy Talk: Hulk Hogan’s Complicated Passing

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💡 “What We Learned” Segment Specifics

In this episode of Fishing Without Bait, host Jim Ellermeyer welcomes Nick Jonsson, TEDx speaker and best-selling author of Executive Loneliness (🌐 www.nickjonsson.com). Together, they dive deep into the hidden struggles of high-achieving professionals, particularly the silent epidemic of executive isolation and burnout.

Nick shares his personal journey—from corporate success to personal collapse and eventual transformation—highlighting the importance of vulnerability, community, and authentic connection. Listeners will hear about the shift from external validation to inner fulfillment, the difference between pleasure and joy, and the power of accepting support rather than resisting it.

Jim and Nick explore mindfulness through the lens of the 12-step recovery model, the concept of “vulnerability muscles,” and how active listening and presence can foster healing and growth. Nick’s message is one of hope, resilience, and the importance of showing up—both for ourselves and others.

This conversation is a must-listen for anyone navigating the pressures of success, struggling with isolation, or seeking a more connected and meaningful life.

🌐 Learn more about Nick at www.nickjonsson.com

🎧 More episodes at www.FishingWithoutBait.com

This episode, Eamon & Merlin talk Part Two of the Real Housewives of Atlanta reunion, that sees bags, books and blowups as Porsha and Shamea’s friendship begins to get aired out. Also, the season finale of The Valley, where Michelle’s zen party is lacking just that as this friend group is ripped apart in different directions. Then, a new episode of Real Housewives of Miami, where Guerdy’s celebration of life features a receipt to remember. And finally, Real Housewives of Orange County, that sees Shannon make clear to Katie that she’s finished, and before she ever gets to finish her grilled cheese.

5:57 - Real Housewives of Atlanta: Season 16: Episode 19

We are Eamon and Merlin, a queer married couple from Texas living in Pittsburgh, PA. We love reality television, wrestling, drag queens, and pretty much anything that can be called even kinda gay. A Gay & His Enby is a podcast where we talk about everything we love in terms of media and pop culture; everything thats gay and gay adjacent; basically all the conversations we have in our living room we are now putting in front of a microphone and on the internet for you.

We have launched our MERCH STORE! We are so excited to bring you these designs, all made by Merlin, commemorating some of our favorite iconic moments! Shop now at https://AGayAndHisEnby.Threadless.com

Every week, we have the pleasure and privilege of recording from Sorgatron Media Studios in Pittsburgh. The theme song for our main show is Pulsar by Shane Ivers, and the theme song for Binge Watch is Higher Up by Shane Ivers, both of which you can find at https://www.silvermansound.com

All of our social media can be found at our linktree: https://linktr.ee/agayandhisenby

We want to take a moment to uplift a powerful resource:

Let us be crystal clear: A Gay & His Enby stands for immigrant rights. Period.

This isn’t just politics—it’s about people. Families being torn apart. Communities being surveilled and silenced. And the same systems that criminalize immigrants also criminalize Black people, trans people, queer people, disabled people—anyone who doesn’t fit white supremacist standards of “belonging.”

We believe:

If you’ve ever wondered how to help, this guide is a great place to start. Share it. Donate if you can. Speak out even when it’s uncomfortable.

None of us are free until all of us are free.

In recent years, states have pushed forward a record number of bills that attack LGBTQ rights, especially transgender youth. The current obession with Drag Queens is no exception. This is a thinly veiled attempt to outlaw gender expressions that do not fall within the cisheteronormative guidelines. Please consider donating to one of the following charities to help make the US a safer place for Queer folks to live in peace.

American Civil Liberties Union

PWmania columnist and pro wrestling commentator Jim LaMotta is joined by his pal, Declan Finnegan to discuss the Seth Rollins injury, Bill Goldberg's retirement match, and the AEW lawsuit

For questions, comments, or business inquiries, you can e mail [email protected]

This week on the Wrestling Mayhem Show, Sorg and Rizz are joined by special guest Referee George Ross, aka Big Match Bubby, for an action-packed and off-the-rails episode full of wrestling insights, travel horror stories, deathmatch madness, and plenty of mayhem.

They break down the latest from TNA Slammiversary, the crossover storyline potential with WWE NXT, and what a two-night SummerSlam means for wrestling fans. George dives deep into what it’s like officiating at independent shows, JCW vs. GCW chaos, and deathmatch culture—including wild teddy bears, 50 panes of glass, and exploding barbed wire setups.

Plus, the gang reminisces about old Rise Wrestling moments, mysterious family ties with Ray Lyn, and who might be Braylon’s dad… all while being harassed by a supportive lizard puppet.

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🧠 What We Learned:

This week on AwesomeCast, we’re diving into the future of visual technology with Wally Haas, the founder of Avalon Holographics. From real, light-field holographic displays to the practical applications in medicine, defense, and entertainment, this episode is a glimpse at the future of immersive 3D visualization. We also break down tech updates from the cosplay-packed halls of Tekko 2025 in Pittsburgh, explore camera app alternatives like PostPic, and check out the latest headlines in gaming with the Chachi Video Game Minute.

Whether you’re curious about holograms, anime conventions, or how your iPhone can become a pro-level camera, this geeky roundtable has you covered!

🔗 Find more tech content at www.AwesomeCast.com

🧊 Guest Interview – Wally Haas, Avalon Holographics

Real Holographic Displays: Avalon Holographics creates light-field holographic tables where 3D visuals “pop out” and can be viewed from multiple angles—no glasses or headsets required.

Tech Specs: The display features the light data equivalent of 3,000 HD TVs (5 billion pixels); uses light ray simulation to create real-life visual depth.

Medical Applications: Assists with surgical planning, patient education, and digital twins of anatomy. Particularly useful for robotic and laparoscopic procedures.

Defense Applications: Provides 3D battle scene visualizations for real-time awareness, terrain navigation, and decision-making using LiDAR and drone data.

Entertainment & Future Uses: High-potential for theme parks, gaming simulations, haunted attractions, and eventually mainstream displays. Think “Star Wars chess table meets Iron Man HUD.”

AI Integration: Enhances design and diagnostics by visualizing AI-analyzed parts and potential system failures in holographic form.

Origin Story: Inspired by Iron Man 2 and frustration with understanding mechanical systems, Wally leveraged his semiconductor background to create his second startup.

🕹️ Chachi Says Video Game Minute

Ubisoft Claims Microtransactions = Fun: Controversial statement that optional purchases enhance enjoyment.

Netflix’s Assassin’s Creed Series: After a 2020 announcement, Netflix is finally moving forward.

Legend of Zelda Live Action Movie: Cast announced with Benjamin Evan Ainsworth as Link and Bo Bragason as Zelda.

📸 Dave’s Awesome Thing – PostPic Camera App

VSCO & Lightroom Alternative: Free iPhone app for film-style photography with retro presets like Kodak Gold and Mad Max.

Photo Editing Features: Offers bloom, halation, and full editing control—ideal for artistic iPhoneography.

No Subscription Needed: Created by a developer tired of costly photo apps.

🎭 Sorg’s Awesome Thing – Tekko 2025 Recap

Cosplay Culture Explosion: Sorg and Intern John explored Pittsburgh’s Tekko anime convention, spotlighting creative cosplay and DIY craftsmanship.

Costume Interviews: Featured 3D-printed helmets, robotic arms, and integrated smoke effects.

Pro Production Tips: iPhone 13 Pro Max used for interviews, combined with mobile mics and BTS videography. Mic success rate ~80%.

Content Rollout: Full 16-minute video on YouTube with Instagram highlights; cosplay community engagement already strong.

📺 – “Breaking the Bird” (HBO Documentary)

Twitter Origins & Evolution: Four-part HBO series covers Twitter’s early culture, global impact, and internal struggles before Elon Musk’s acquisition.

Nostalgia Trigger: Explores how Twitter grew into a cultural phenomenon for everything from politics to community-building.

Not Overly Elon-Focused: Avoids dwelling solely on Elon Musk, instead offering a full historical arc.

In this insightful episode of Fishing Without Bait, host Jim Ellermeyer welcomes TEDx speaker and best-selling author Nick Jonsson to share his powerful story of recovery, resilience, and reconnection. From climbing the corporate ladder to confronting executive loneliness, Nick discusses his journey through burnout, addiction, and rebuilding a life grounded in purpose and vulnerability. He opens up about the difference between joy and pleasure, the power of community, and how practicing “vulnerability muscles” can transform relationships.

Nick also explores how 12-step recovery programs, active listening, and surrendering ego led him to true connection and fulfillment. Whether you’re battling burnout, seeking meaning beyond success, or curious about recovery journeys, this episode offers relatable and actionable insight for growth.

🔗 Learn more about Nick Jonsson and his work at www.nickjonsson.com