Dork Cast

DorkCast: Comic Book Edition - Episode #9

Thu, 2 Jul 2009 12:36:00 GMT

Another week another comic book edition. We apologize for the crap sound quality on this episode. We've finally beaten Paul into submission and made him use a different microphone instead of his craptastic lav mic. He'll start using that mic in next week's show. You also here some echo in Shawn because he sits across from Paul, so Paul's mic picks up Shawn a second time. A pain in the arse.

Dorkcast Episode #20: House Husbands of Chicago

Sun, 28 Jun 2009 20:22:00 GMT

We've had some major scheduling issues since the spring season started, but we're back and ready to entertain! This episode is kind of a catch up episode as we shoot the breeze about the nerdy events we missed since our last episode. Next week we come back with a comic book session.

Dorkcast Episode #19 I'm Entitled to It!

Mon, 27 Apr 2009 02:01:00 GMT

TECH Blue Ray in every home? Severe price drop this holiday Blu-ray in every home? Backers aim for $99 players - Ars Technica More brands and no name manufacturers will be hitting the Blue Ray hardware market, hoping to expand the market penetration and increase Blue Ray disc sales over the holidays. Experts say cheap hardware will not have the same impact cheap dvd players had in supplanting VHS players, because of increasing competition from digital downloads, digital streaming and upscaled DVDs. TECH Time Warner Cable backs down on data caps; bandwidth costs scrutinized http://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/news/2009/04/the-price-gouging-premiums-of-time-warner-cables-data-caps.ars Time Warner Cable, stung by online criticism of its paltry traffic caps (in tests, these have ranged form 5GB/month to 40GB/month) and ludicrous pricing schemes, has taken to the 'Net to defend its sullied honor. Time Warner Cable COO Landel Hobbs wrote earlier this week of the need for people to pay for the bandwidth they consume. "When you go to lunch with a friend, do you split the bill in half if he gets the steak and you have a salad?" TWC's steak/salad analogy breaks down when it's crafted more accurately. The real question is whether you would even have lunch with a friend at a restaurant that charged $45 for a salad and $200 for a steak. Certainly, in a free market, most people would go elsewhere. That base rate works out to a truly jaw-dropping $6 per GB per month, and it's so far out of line with competitors' plans as to shock even the most cynical heart. AT&T DSL comes to 9 cents per GB per month, Verizonâs FIOS 11 to 36 cents per month (10Mbps - 50Mbps respectively). Comcast is 17 cents to 56 cents per GB (6MBps - 50MBps). The issue is blocking competitive video and charging 1,000 percent and higher markups on bandwidth. ISPs just want a huge cut of the video download market. TECH Apple to get 15â OLED screens from LG this summer? Apple and LG have a new contract (a 5 year deal) to purchase screens and Apple has paid $500 Million up front...very uncharacteristic and unusual practice...and unnecessary since Apple already gets 70% of their screens from them. TECH Chicago gets First Solar Powered EV Charging Station; Suck it San Francisco! http://gas2.org/2009/04/09/chicago-gets-first-solar-powered-ev-charging-station/ The Windy City just unveiled the first solar-powered electric vehicle charging station during the IOC tour. TV GI JOE: Resolute......not your fatherâs GI JOE, but heâd like it now! http://www.youtube.com/results?search_type=&search_query=GI+Joe+Resolute&aq=f Aimed for adults, Written by Warren Ellis, Animation based on Dave Johnsonâs art from the comic book 100 Bullets MOVIES BIG MAN JAPAN, a Japanese Superhero/Monster movie coming to the US http://io9.com/5221979/the-weirdest-monster-from-japans-new-giant+superhero-movie A middle-aged slacker living in a rundown, graffiti-ridden slum, Daisato's job involves being shocked by bolts of electricity that transform him into a stocky, stick-wielding giant several stories high who is entrusted with defending Japan from a host of bizarre monsters. But while his predecessors were national heroes, he is a pariah among the citizens he protects, who bitterly complain about the noise and destruction of property he causes. And Daisato has his own problems âan agent insistent on branding him with sponsor advertisements, an Alzheimer-afflicted grandfather who transforms into a giant in dirty underwear, and a family who is embarrassed by his often cowardly exploits. A wickedly deadpan spin on the giant Japanese superhero, BIG MAN JAPAN is an outrageous portrait of a pathetic but truly unique hero TV Caprica, BDG prequel, released on DVD, iTunes, Apple TV and XBox 360 this week Takes place 58 years before the destruction of life on Caprica, during the decadent peak of their society and monotheistic terrorism. Tells the story of 2 men whose common pain and loss of loved ones combined with unique resources they bring to the table the seeds of mankindâs near extinction. GAMES http://kotaku.com/5220616/left-4-dead-survival-pack-april-21 Valve breathes new life into Left 4 Dead with Left 4 Dead Survival Pack April 21.

Dorkcast Episode #18 I'm in a Blanket

Fri, 10 Apr 2009 02:29:00 GMT

AppleInsider -- Price Hike Hits the iTunes Store
New Study says Personal Internet use in workplace is positive
Scarpar off-road powerboard.
The AP's Desperate Attemt to Outlaw Search Engine Links And the more accurate link at the Huffington Post
Boxee Gains an App Store
Star Trek Sneak Explodes in Giant Trekgasm
We also had a brief discussion about Terminator: Sarah Connor Chronicles and Dollhouse. If you're not watching either show ask yourself "Why not?" Seriously, BSG is over and you need new Science Fiction.

DorkCast Comic Book Edition: Episode #9

Fri, 3 Apr 2009 02:05:00 GMT

Dorkcast Episode #17 Milk and Cookies

Fri, 27 Mar 2009 23:33:00 GMT

Zeebo launches 3G wireless game console | Gaming and Culture - CNET News http://news.cnet.com/8301-10797_3-10202898-235.html?tag=mncol;posts Tough task: Designing a game about your 'first time' | Gaming and Culture - CNET News http://news.cnet.com/8301-10797_3-10204720-235.html GDC 2009: Game Design Challenge tackles My First Time - News at GameSpot http://www.gamespot.com/news/6206790.html?tag=latestheadlines;title;5 Seven Clips From CAPRICA!! -- Ain't It Cool News: The best in movie, TV, DVD, and comic book news. http://www.aintitcool.com/node/40532 Apple Unveils iPhone 3.0 New Features for end users & developers http://www.engadget.com/2009/03/17/live-from-apples-iphone-os-3-0-preview-event/

DorkCast Comic Book Edition: Episode #8

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 14:30:00 GMT

Today we do another round table on comic books!

DorkCast Episode #16 - Gaius Baltar Plays Everything

Sun, 15 Mar 2009 13:13:00 GMT

Hey everyone, sorry this is late again. We'll try to get back to a regular schedule really really soon. Thanks for listening. We Could Have Our Thor Chosen Resident Evil 5 is here! Hackers Crack Gift Card Algorithm The Green Lantern Movie Has a Director Chronicles of Riddick Video Game X-Men Wolverine Video Game Apple Has a Mystery Product

DorkCast: Comic Book Edition - Episode #6

Mon, 9 Mar 2009 18:25:00 GMT

Tonight we do another round table of interesting comics.

DorkCast Episode #15: A Round of TV

Fri, 6 Mar 2009 06:01:00 GMT

The gang sits around the table and discuses TV shows. LOST, BSG, Dollhouse and Fringe are all on the table today. Plus we talk a little bit about the PSP2, Spiderman the Musical and the Apple Refresh
http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/03/03/shortly_imacs_mac_minis_mac_pros_airports_and_time_capsules.html

http://www.engadget.com/2009/03/03/psp2-rumor-surfaces-once-more-sounds-awfully-familiar/

http://www.playbill.com/news/article/107378.html

DorkCast Comic Book Edition: Episode #5

Wed, 18 Feb 2009 04:39:00 GMT

We're back and we're talking about comics. Sorry, no show notes this week. :-(

Dorkcast Episode #14: Finally Done!

Tue, 17 Feb 2009 05:06:00 GMT

Sorry, no show notes this week.

DorkCast: Comic Book Edition - Episode #4

Sat, 7 Feb 2009 06:38:00 GMT

Tonight we're joined by Terry Gant, owner/operator of Third Coast Comics in Chicago. Our show consists of a few reviews with the new reader in mind. We also get into another discussion about Final Crisis, Grant Morrison and what the end of this series means for the DC Universe.
Also check out the nice iVerse Media Application for the iPhone. Digital Comics might have found a niche in our world.
http://www.iversecomics.com/

He Said.....Doody.....Touche

Fri, 30 Jan 2009 15:06:00 GMT

Congress Gets Blls to Make Cell Phone Cameras Go Click http://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/news/2009/01/congress-gets-bill-to-make-cell-phone-cameras-go-click.ars
EMO Audio Solutions http://emolabs.com/emoproducts/index.html
Lost Planet Movie Will Be Starship Troopers on Ice http://io9.com/5025593/lost-planet-movie-will-be-starship-troopers-on-ice
Apple Goes After Patent Infringers http://arstechnica.com/apple/news/2009/01/apples-massive-371-page-iphone-patent-granted-by-ustpo.ars
JoliCloud: A new Netbook OS Coming Soon http://www.engadget.com/2009/01/25/jolicloud-the-os-your-netbook-has-been-screaming-for/
Hands on Samsung's Projector Phone http://www.popsci.com/gear-amp-gadgets/article/2009-01/hands-samsungs-projector-phone
iPhone is Dominating Independent Gaming http://www.tuaw.com/2009/01/27/iphone-is-dominating-independent-gaming/

DorkCast: Comic Book Edition - Episode #3

Thu, 29 Jan 2009 14:46:00 GMT

Hey all! You'll notice a new intro for the show we've been working on! Also you'll notice the show is back to MP3 format. Looking at our audience we see that most of you are listening on the website and not subscribing via iTunes. (Shame on you!) So we felt the MP3 format offers a better user experience for web listening. If you disagree feel free to drop us a line and we'll figure something out. We just want to keep you guys happy and listening! We talk Comics this week with Shawn out of town. We review the following: Batman The Brave and The Bold #1 Star Trek: Countdown #1 Final Crisis #7 Dark Avengers: Dark Reign #1 Invincible Iron Man X-Factor #39 Faces of Evil: DeathStroke (O

DorkCast Episode #12: You Watched Cody Banks?

Mon, 26 Jan 2009 06:07:00 GMT

DorkCast: Comic Book Edition - Episode #2

Fri, 23 Jan 2009 13:49:00 GMT

This week we discuss Black Lightning #1, Guardians of the Galaxy #9, Final Crisis #6, Faces of Evil, Doctor Doom and The Masters of Evil, Battle for the Cowl, Jonah Hex #39 After the show our retard motor kicked in and we realized that Black Lightning is Year One. That's what happens when you talk about books you read weeks ago.

Old Country for New Men

Fri, 9 Jan 2009 05:16:00 GMT

DorkCast Episode #11 -- Old Country for New Men Macworld San Francisco 2009 http://www.macrumors.com/2009/01/04/macworld-san-francisco-2009-spoiler-free-keynote-stream/ Macrumors Live Feed Hacked http://thewhir.com/web-hosting-news/010709_Mac_Rumors_Feed_Hacked_During_MacWorld Carbon Nanotube Transistors Could Change the Game http://io9.com/5124710/your-twitter-stream-could-soon-be-printed-on-your-skin Mickey Rourke and Sam Rockwell join Ironman http://scifiwire.com/2009/01/mickey-rourke-sam-rockwell-are-iron-man-2s-new-baddies.php First Look at the Judge Dredd Reboot http://io9.com/5125143/he-is-the-law-your-first-look-at-judge-dredd-movie?skyline=true&s=i Jonah Hex Film Finds a Director http://www.cinecon.com/news/1905/jonah-hex-finds-its-director/ Employers Not Hiring MMO Gamers http://www.tumeroks.com/employers-not-hiring-wow-mmo-or-fps-gamers/ The Afro Samurai Video Game http://www.gamespot.com/ps3/action/afrosamurai/index.html?tag=result;img;1

DorkCast: Comic Book Edition - Episode #1

Thu, 8 Jan 2009 05:52:00 GMT

Our new Comic Book edition of the show is launching today! In the Comic Book edition we'll talk exclusively about Comics. Eventually it will get its own feed, but for now we'll be inserting it into the main feed. Today we talk about: Green Lantern #36 Avengers Initiative #20 Back to Brooklyn #3 Final Crisis: Revelations #4 Amazing Spiderman (in general) Wolverine: Old Man Logan #70 Farscape #1

Dorkcast Episode #10 (We Think): The End of 2008

jeff@allthingsdork.com — Wed, 31 Dec 2008 22:12:00 GMT

After a small break we are BACK! And we're still talking trash, getting ready for 2009!

Monkeys And Footballs

Fri, 31 Oct 2008 01:50:00 GMT

Ford F-150 Gets RFID Tags http://www.informationweek.com/news/personal_tech/showArticle.jhtml?articleID=206107121 Samsung Demonstrates Carbon Nanotube Display http://cleantechnica.com/2008/10/22/samsung-demonstrates-worlds-first-carbon-nanotube-based-display/ Windows 7 Announced and Launched http://arstechnica.com/news.ars/post/20081028-first-look-at-windows-7.html iPhone Update Software 2.2 http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/10/28/alleged_iphone_2_2_leak_shows_direct_podcast_downoads.html Push Movie Trailer http://www.apple.com/trailers/independent/push/ AT&T Offers Free Wireless for iPhone Subscribers http://www.wireless.att.com/learn/internet/wifi.jsp Netflix rolls out Mac media Player http://www.macworld.com/article/136380/2008/10/netflix.html?lsrc=rss_main Intel Shows off Working MID Device http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/10/20/intel_shows_off_working_moorestown_mid_device.html Microsoft launches Cloud Computing platform Azure http://profy.com/2008/10/27/microsoft-azure-enters-crowded-cloud-computing-market/ Comic Book Pics Software Mentioned Magic Pad - Copy and Paste for the iPhone, but not released from Apple. Check it out on the App Store via iTunes. Comixology Comic book pull list that's web based. It's hooked up with PREVIEWS to bring you everything coming out that week. With a web based pull list management system it can help you keep track of what you need to get. Also has an iPhone interface with a pending native iPhone Application. http://www.comixology.com/

Hasselhoff is Always a Distraction

Sun, 19 Oct 2008 17:49:00 GMT

Apple Announces the new line of Macbooks..SNOOZE http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/10/14/apple_debuts_new_15_macbook_pro.html Apple Patent Reveals Voice Commands http://www.macnn.com/blogs/2008/10/09/apple-patent-reveals-voice-commands-coming-to-ipod-iphone-apple-tv.html Wholesale Bandwidth Prices Dropping http://www.dslreports.com/shownews/Wholesale-Bandwidth-Prices-Still-Dropping-98272 Superman Reboot in the Works http://www.comingsoon.net/news/movienews.php?id=48159 Daredevil Reboot in the Works http://www.aintitcool.com/node/38611 Howard's Out, Cheadle in for Ironman 2 http://www.scifi.com/scifiwire/index.php?id=61234 British Gamer Killed Over Gaming Feud http://io9.com/5055863/british-gamer-killed-over-gaming-grudge Unbreakable 2 a Possibility? http://www.aintitcool.com/node/38649 Streetwise Watergun Assassins http://www.nytimes.com/2008/09/27/nyregion/27wars.html?ex=1380168000&en=fe08c2ff0dd50384&ei=5124&partner=digg&exprod=digg Comic Book Picks

Zombies? In Lost?

Mon, 6 Oct 2008 23:56:00 GMT

Just Because I'm a Toaster.....

Thu, 25 Sep 2008 22:29:00 GMT

Sorry this post is so late. Lots of crazy things happening. In this episode we take our podcast mobile again at the Chicago Comic Book Meetup.

Again apologize for the lateness. Check out Betsy, a fun guest we had on the show on Twitter as Eris404.

Tell us which super power you would like. Both cool and crappy!

Dork Cast Episode 4: Sex Them At Birth

Fri, 29 Aug 2008 04:24:00 GMT

We're still struggling with our audio issues and our crap budget, so there is still some static as we figure out why I'm retarded.

Paul Schreiber -- www.1000-monekys.net http://www.twitter.com/1000__Monkeys

Terry Gant -- www.thirdcoastcomics.com http://www.twitter.com/docmidnight

Michelle Coulter -- http://coulterish.deviantart.com/

Superman movies going to see a reboot

Vin Diesel talks 'Riddick' Sequels

Microsoft Hires 'Seinfeld' to fix Vista Perceptions

Babylon A.D. Film Botched by Studio

Jack and Kate Should SHUT UP!

Mon, 25 Aug 2008 13:16:00 GMT

Comics, comics comics! Booster Gold proves to Jeff his book is worth reading while the Red Hulk continues to punch people in the face.

Video Games - Soul Calibur IV is solid gold. What are we expecting from DC vs. Mortal Kombat and will it change the fighting game genre and take it to the next level? What about MMORPG's? What is it that keeps people playing WoW?

Television - A remake of "V"? Why are Jack and Kate from Lost bitching about more money? Lethal Weapon 5 might be in the works. Can Riggs and Murtagh do it again?

Plus a bunch of other random stuff as always.

Paul changed his Twitter address finally! http://www.twitter.com/1000__Monkeys (that's 2 underscores)

Jeff is still http://www.twitter.com/BobbiDigital

Shawn is a scum bag and doesn't have a web presence.

You can contact us via the Drop a Line page on this blog or of course via Twitter. As long as you're not a spammer we'll return follow. Unless of course you smell funny. But how would we know?

Claiming our Podcast Feed

Fri, 8 Aug 2008 17:31:00 GMT

My Podcast Alley feed! {pca-332cca48160b334384ba4401578eb021}

Degree, The New Hero

Thu, 7 Aug 2008 06:01:00 GMT

Paul Schreiber's Website -- bareknuckleblogger.wordpress.com
Paul on Twitter - @MrE_2dot0

Jeff Smith on Twitter - BobbiDigital

Do you have ideas or stories for the show? If you use Delicious you can tag pages with "allthingsdorkideas" to submit them to us.

Next week we'll review Starship Troopers 3: Marauders, Lost Boys 2 and catch you up on our take on the new Final Crisis and the Batman RIP tie ins as well as Secret Invasion.

For our Chicago listeners:

Don't forget to check out the ChicagoTechaoke on August 22nd. Check out chicagotechaoke.eventbrite.com for more details or talk to myself or @BlahGeeTsa on Twitter.

Also @ColonelTribune on Twitter is planning a evening of fun on August 14th. Another of historic live Twitter meetups. See http://weblogs.chicagotribune.com/news/local/chicagosbestblogs/2008/07/colonel_tribunes_having_anothe.html for more details!

All Things Dork Episode #1

Thu, 31 Jul 2008 04:42:00 GMT

Our inaugural episode! We discuss new villains for the next Batman film. Comic book pics and our thoughts on 4th Edition Dungeons and Dragons. This is our first episode and we plan to do them every other week. So sit back and enjoy!

Paul's Twitter Address -- http://www.twitter.com/MrE_2dot0
Jeff's Twitter Address -- http://www.twitter.com/bobbidigital