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  • AwesomeCast 733: From Pac-Man Donuts to Pit Lane Cams: Streaming the Storm

    In AwesomeCast 733, co-hosts Michael Sorg and Dave Podnar dive into a jam-packed week of tech, video games, and behind-the-scenes adventures. Sorg shares a wild look at Sidekick Media Services’ most ambitious SAE live stream production yet—from setting up gear at Michigan International Speedway during a tornado watch to integrating wireless cameras and collaborating internationally with Brazilian media teams. The crew also explores Google I/O 2025’s latest AI features, Google’s new AR glasses prototype, and the surreal promise of Google’s Flow video creation tool. Plus, Chachi delivers the latest in gaming news with Waffle House in Tekken, Krispy Kreme’s Pac-Man collab, and Epic vs. Apple heating up again over Fortnite. We also get a warm update on Sesame Street’s new deal with Netflix and celebrate the culture of motorsport engineering. Stick around for rainbow sightings, bookstore detours, and vintage arcades on the road home.

    Subscribe and explore more at AwesomeCast.com and SorgatronMedia.com.

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    Bulleted Summaries of Topics Covered:

    🎮 ChachiSays Video Game Minute:

    • Tekken x Waffle House? Tekken director Katsuhiro Harada continues efforts to add a Waffle House stage to the game after fan requests.
    • Pac-Man Donuts: Krispy Kreme launches limited-time Pac-Man donuts for the 45th anniversary—flavors include Strawberry Power Berry and TEAM GHOST.
    • Fortnite vs. Apple: Apple re-blocked Fortnite on the iOS App Store amid ongoing legal disputes; court intervention required Apple to reinstate it just before showtime.

    📺 Streaming & Media Industry Updates:

    • Sesame Street Saved: The iconic children’s show secures a new multi-platform deal with Netflix and PBS after its HBO partnership ends.
    • Global Reach: Netflix’s international streaming will include select Sesame Street episodes, increasing accessibility worldwide.

    🎥 Production Recap – SAE Formula Event at MIS:

    • Sidekick Media orchestrates a multi-camera live stream at Michigan International Speedway.
    • Gear survived thunderstorms, wind damage, and even tornado warnings.
    • Wireless Hollyland Cosmos & Pyro systems were used for flexibility across the field.
    • Collaborated with Brazilian media for simultaneous commentary and VR cam setups.
    • Peak stream hit 700+ concurrent viewers; interviews included sponsors like Tesla, Cummins, Honda, and OnShape.

    🤖 Google I/O 2025 Highlights:

    • AI dominates announcements: password update automation, Search Live features, and generative tools.
    • Flow by Google: AI video creation tool with surreal storytelling potential. Subscription required for full access.
    • AR Smart Glasses Prototype: Stylish Google Glass 2.0 may partner with Warby Parker for design—true augmented reality may be on the horizon.

    🕹 Fortnite Back on iOS:

    • Legal pressure forces Apple to reinstate Fortnite in the App Store after the block.
    • Show hosts attempt to download it live—13GB and counting.

    🚗 Behind-the-Scenes Fun:

    • Rainbows, bookstores, free arcades, and Battle Cat statues punctuated the team’s road trip.
    • Crew discussed event logistics, gear improvements, wireless challenges, and growing sponsor interest.
    • Shout-outs to interns, the commentary team, and tech operators who braved weather and chaos to deliver a smooth production.

    💡 Final Thoughts:

    • The importance of creating media experiences people want to be part of—whether in motorsports, streaming, or pro wrestling.
    • Building educational engagement around engineering-focused events is key for industry and audience alignment.

    58 min
  • Fishing Without Bait 467: No More Tears Left: Facing the Fear, Finding the Light

    In this deeply personal and revealing episode of Fishing Without Bait, host Jim Ellermeyer shares his own journey through addiction, recovery, and healing in a role-reversing conversation with Missy Sorg. Jim reflects on the powerful moment that pushed him to seek help, his relationship with his mother and how addiction impacted his family, and the emotional breakthrough that came through connection, prayer, and community. He speaks candidly about hitting rock bottom, relapsing, and finding new life through the 12-step program. Through touching stories—including burying his first sobriety chip with his mother—Jim emphasizes the strength of living amends, emotional growth, and the ongoing nature of recovery. This episode is a moving tribute to resilience, honesty, and the quiet, enduring power of support systems and self-awareness.

    Find more episodes and resources at www.FishingWithoutBait.com.

    20 min
  • A Gay & His Enby 169: Quid Pro Hoe

    This episode, Eamon & Merlin talk the newest episode of Real Housewives of Atlanta where Shamea’s issues with Porsha get uncovered and confronted at her besties Pampered by Porsha event. Then, a new episode of The Valley, where as Michelle airs everything out when it comes to Jesse, the group gets frustrated at Nia for not doing the same with Danny.

    4:33 - Real Housewives of Atlanta: Season 16: Episode 10

    1:17:13 - The Valley: Season 02: Episode 05

    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

    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

    Trevor Project
    PFLAG
    True Colors United
    OutRight International
    Lambda Legal
    GLBTQ Legal Advocates & Defenders
    Human Rights Campaign
    It Gets Better Project

    2 hr 57 min
  • Histories, Mysteries, & Victories 14

    PWmania columnist and pro wrestling commentator Jim LaMotta is joined by his pal, Declan Finnegan to discuss the Backlash pay-per-view, Real American Freestyle Wrestling, and the passing of Sabu

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

    46 min
  • Fishing Without Bait 466: Raised by Love, Forged by Loss: Jim Ellermeyer’s Journey of Recovery

    In this special episode of Fishing Without Bait, host Jim Ellermeyer switches seats with frequent collaborator Missy Sorg, who takes over the interviewer’s role. With her thoughtful questions, Missy dives into Jim’s personal journey—from childhood memories in 1950s America and family tragedies to his struggles with addiction and the unwavering support of his mother. Jim shares poignant stories about being raised by a strong, resilient woman, and how her values of unconditional love, perseverance, and acceptance shaped his path toward recovery and becoming a behavioral health therapist. This candid conversation reveals the emotional depth behind Jim’s passion for mindfulness and self-reinvention, offering powerful insights into generational trauma, grief, and healing. Tune in to hear how personal history and unconditional love can lay the foundation for meaningful transformation.

    Listen and explore more at www.FishingWithoutBait.com

    16 min
  • Wrestling Mayhem Show 956: Gunther Slaps, Cena Snaps, and R-Truth Might Be Next?

    In this special Mother’s Day edition of the Wrestling Mayhem Show, Sorg, Podnar, and Rizz come together on a Sunday night to bring fans a jam-packed, impromptu wrestling discussion—even while on the move for upcoming projects! The crew covers a wide range of current events, personal reflections, and WWE happenings, with signature banter and in-depth takes.

    🔍 Main Topics & News Stories Covered:

    • Sorg’s Interview with His Mom: A heartfelt plug for Sorg’s AwesomeCast Mother’s Day episode, reflecting on early inspirations and personal storytelling.
    • XPW Reflections: Sorg shares his controversial but insightful experience working an XPW event and his candid thoughts on Rob Black.
    • RIP Sabu: Emotional reflections on Sabu’s passing, including personal memories from indie shows, ECW legacy, and influences on talents like Fassad.
    • Sabu vs Lightning Kid (’93): Podnar highlights how ahead-of-its-time this match was, comparing it to today’s wrestling standards.
    • Backlash 2024 Recap:
    • Gunther vs Pat McAfee: A surprisingly stiff and emotional bout with visible damage to Pat. The team breaks down storytelling, execution, and selling (or lack thereof).
    • Lyra Valkyria vs Becky Lynch: Praised as a raw, intense women’s match with potential real-life injury; discussion also touches on Lyra’s now-viral fiancé.
    • Randy Orton vs John Cena: A storytelling-heavy match laced with production chaos and emotional cues—possibly hinting at a Cena face-turn redemption arc.
    • Judgment Day/Tag Division Chaos: Brief thoughts on matches involving Penta, R-Truth, and the evolution of Dom Mysterio’s storyline.
    • Ticket Pricing Controversy: Dissection of skyrocketing WWE event prices, accessibility challenges, and comparisons to AEW affordability.
    • Jeff Cobb & Jacob Fatu Appearances: Intro to newer fans about Jeff Cobb’s career, his NJPW/ROH/Lucha Underground legacy, and Jacob Fatu’s early dominance on WWE TV.
    • Cena’s Storyline Arc: Pontification on Cena’s dark path and how it could lead to redemption by SummerSlam, with potential storytelling payoffs.
    • Women’s Match Representation: Notable that Backlash featured only one women’s match, but it was a standout performance.

    💡 What We Learned Segment:

    • Rizz wants to see Disco Inferno get crushed by Gunther.
    • Podnar is more interested in the nuances of match storytelling and hopes R-Truth gets a serious title opportunity.
    • Sorg reflects on the unpredictable nature of working with promotions like XPW and how unexpected moments in wrestling—like seeing Jeff Cobb debut—keep the business exciting.

    1 hr 33 min
  • AwesomeCast 732: Motherboard Memories: How Mom Inspired a Tech Career

    It’s a special Mother’s Day edition of AwesomeCast! Host Michael Sorg is joined by his mom, Cathy—better known as Mom Sorg—for a heartfelt, humorous, and insightful conversation spanning decades of tech, theme parks, drafting, accessibility, and family stories. From tales of riding the Turtle at Kennywood to helping design parts of Epcot’s Spaceship Earth, Mom Sorg shares her pioneering journey as a female drafter and AutoCAD specialist in the 1970s and ‘80s. The duo also explore how Cathy’s work inspired Sorg’s lifelong tech passion and reflect on accessibility in theme parks and the evolution of educational inclusion.

    Plus, the Chachi Says Video Game Minute brings hot headlines, from GTA 6’s record-breaking trailer to surprising job interview trends involving gaming.

    🔗 Subscribe and follow for more tech adventures: SorgatronMedia.com | Support us on Patreon

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    🔍 Bullet Summary of Topics Covered

    🎮 Chachi Says Video Game Minute

    • Gaming in Job Interviews: University of Agder in Norway suggests video game behavior can reveal character and teamwork skills in hiring.
    • GTA 6 Trailer Mania: The trailer reached 475 million views in 24 hours. The Pointer Sisters’ “Hot Together,” featured in the trailer, surged 182,000% in Spotify streams.
    • Hall of Fame Inductees: Quake, Tamagotchi, GoldenEye 007, and Defender enter the World Video Game Hall of Fame. Other finalists included Angry Birds, Modern Warfare, Harvest Moon, and more.

    🏞️ Mother’s Day at Kennywood

    • Cathy and Sorg share their Kennywood adventures: calm crowds, carousel mishaps, and accessibility improvements like ride elevator access and disability passes.
    • Highlights included Ghostwood Estate, the Old Mill ride, and the Wiener Dog Races.
    • Comparisons made to Dollywood’s accessibility and service offerings.

    🛠️ Cathy’s Drafting and Tech Journey

    • Cathy started drafting in high school in 1969, breaking gender barriers to become the first girl in her class.
    • Self-taught in AutoCAD during the early 1980s and worked on commercial and residential designs, including a $3M church project and her own family home.
    • Briefly helped design a structural element for Epcot’s Spaceship Earth — only recently rediscovered that contribution.

    👨‍👩‍👧 Tech Legacy & Family Impact

    • Sorg reflects on growing up surrounded by computers and CAD tools, tracing his tech roots back to his mom and dad’s influence.
    • Cathy’s family background in trades and engineering helped shape a lineage of technical expertise—from electricians to CAD specialists.

    💬 Reflections on Learning Challenges

    • Cathy discusses being mislabeled in school despite excelling in mechanical aptitude—later connecting her experiences to likely undiagnosed dyslexia.
    • The importance of acknowledging how far education and accessibility have evolved for neurodivergent students.

    🏡 Community Projects & Pride

    • Cathy shares pride in seeing buildings she helped design still standing—from churches to homes to businesses throughout Beaver County.
    • Also discusses rebuilding her current church after a fire, contributing personally to its restoration plans.

    35 min
  • A Gay & His Enby 168: Andy Wardog

    This episode, Eamon & Merlin talk the newest episode of Real Housewives of Atlanta where the Bailey Q is back and Angela has come to roast Brit. Then, a new episode of The Valley, that sees the Santa Barbara trip kick into gear, as Jax’s presence remains via text message. And finally, Season 2 of Vanderpump Villa where a new crew in a new country leads to the same old drama, love making and toxicity that only Lisa Vanderpump can produce.

    7:55 - Real Housewives of Atlanta: Season 16: Episode 09

    1:15:03 - The Valley: Season 02: Episode 04
    2:31:04 - Vanderpump Villa: Season 02

    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

    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

    Trevor Project
    PFLAG
    True Colors United
    OutRight International
    Lambda Legal
    GLBTQ Legal Advocates & Defenders
    Human Rights Campaign
    It Gets Better Project

    3 hr 54 min
  • Wrestling Mayhem Show 955: Frenemies with Ava Brooks and Lexus Synn

    Hosts: Sorg, Dave Podnar, Rizz

    Guests: Ava Brooks (AIWF World Women’s Champion), Lexus Synn (RSW Women’s Champion)

    🔥 Episode Highlights & Topics Covered:

    • Post-Storm Catch-Up:
    • The Mayhem crew returns after a major Pittsburgh storm knocked out power.
    • Discussion on the chaos, restoration, and how it affected the studio.
    • Guest Spotlight – Ava Brooks & Lexus Synn:
    • Ava discusses her rise in wrestling, her title reign, and training background.
    • Lexus talks about starting young, training in Johnstown with 814 Wrestling, and her growing chemistry with opponents like Ava in recent matches.
    • Both share experiences as emerging women’s champions in RSW, AIWF, and other indies.
    • Wrestling World News:
    • WWE roster cuts are reviewed, especially releases from NXT.
    • Hulk Hogan’s rumored return with a “Real American Freestyle Wrestling” project is mocked, with historical comparisons to XWF.
    • Nostalgic throwbacks to odd wrestling DVD sets and toy merch including TNA Hulk Hogan toy rings and Slick Johnson’s pre-shorts era.
    • Promotion Shoutouts:
    • APWF and Bubba Brewer’s upcoming shows get a nod.
    • IndyWrestling.us promoted for coverage of Ava and Lexus’ matches.
    • Support for local promotions like RWA and Rise Wrestling.
    • Fan Interactions:
    • A lively chatroom drops comments, jokes, and support for the guests, including tattoo praise and match memories.

    🤔 What We Learned:

    • Rizz: Recalled the rise and fall of Hulk Hogan’s XWF, predicting the new venture will likely flop.
    • Sorg: Learned that traveling interrupts wrestling fandom (and podcasting).
    • Lexus Synn: Reflected on the trust needed in early matches and discovering in-ring chemistry despite both being under a year in the business.
    • Ava Brooks: Emphasized staying authentic amidst industry pressure and toxic circles. She advocates for uplifting fellow wrestlers rather than conforming to politics.

    1 hr 37 min

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