Did a guest-hosting gig over at Alpha Counter for a podcast episode with Sean and Matt all about Dating, Marriage, RPGs and the Riker Maneuver! It was a lot of fun – and I hope I get asked back soon!
http://alphacounter.com/2013/05/16/alpha-counter-podcast-64-riker-maneuver/
Here’s a link to a podcast episode I did with Xan over at Spiraken Manga Review.
http://www.spiraken.com/category/movie/
We reviewed and discussed Inglorious Basterds, a favorite film from my collection. I’ll leave this photo of Michael Fassbender in uniform and Diane Kruger in vintage ’40s deliciousness here.
http://traffic.libsyn.com/matinghabitsofthemoderngeek/Ep420_MHMG.mp3
This is The Episode to beat all episodes!
We’ve got a historic All-Female host panel consisting of podcast favorites, Paris and Trish, and introducing Laurel in her MHMG debut!
Find out what what happens when four intelligent, charismatic, attractive, and incredibly geeky women are given an open forum to talk about what it’s like being a female in today’s Geek-i-verse. If you’ve ever wondered, “What’s the deal with chicks?” we’re going to let you have it.
AND THAT’S NOT ALL! I sit down with Chiki of the D20 Girls and discuss what it’s like first-hand as a professional cosplayer and an ambassador for one of the hottest and female-forward geek groups in the nation.
Secrets are shared, the nitty-gritty gotten down to, and tables are flipped – you aren’t going to want to miss this one.
Show Notes of DOOM:
D20 Girls: http://d20girls.com/
Felicia Day Controversy:
http://geekout.blogs.cnn.com/2012/07/02/its-probably-not-wise-to-be-a-jerk-to-felicia-day/
Aisha Tyler Controversy: http://gamerant.com/ubisoft-host-aisha-tyler-responds-critics-curt-154704/all/1/
The “Danger” of Print Media: http://www.upworthy.com/the-people-who-approved-these-ads-have-a-lot-of-explaining-to-do-6?g=2&c=ufb1
Mountain Dew Ad: http://abcnews.go.com/Nightline/video/mountain-dew-pulls-racist-ad-19097728
http://traffic.libsyn.com/matinghabitsofthemoderngeek/Ep419_MHMG.mp3
This episode, Alpha Counter’s Sean Ryan helps me discuss the sometimes surprising reactions of your friends and family when you start dating someone new. We share our experiences and try to explain why the people who should be the happiest about your new-found love may be giving your grief or being more honest than you’d like. Your new relationship has a ripple effect that touches every aspect of your life, flowing out to your old relationships and potentially causing teh_dramaz. Sean and I experience this first-hand during recording when a member of our studio audience gets rowdy and shows her true feelings. Hissing ensues.
We ship every possible iteration on How I Met Your Mother, and Sean and I flip tables over “Vague-booking” on Facebook and people who don’t understand how names work. Listen, just don’t call him Ryan, okay?
http://traffic.libsyn.com/matinghabitsofthemoderngeek/Ep418_MHMG.mp3
Paris and I discuss our favorite fandoms and why we adore fictional men who fall on the spectrum somewhere between raging asshole and sociopath. We get into the difference between fantasizing about these larger-than-life characters, and what you might learn about women from the fanfic, tumbl-ing, and general ramblings of fandom. We kibitz over The Doctor/Rose/River and flip tables over spoiler-phobes and trigger warnings. Spoilers and Triggers – Get You Some!
So, c’mon and read some fanfic, explore fandom, and find out what’s going on in the minds of the people you want to date.
Ep. 17 – The Break-up Break Down – Take Your XP and Level Up!
http://traffic.libsyn.com/matinghabitsofthemoderngeek/Ep417_MHMG.mp3
Break-ups are the absolute worst, but never fear – William and I are here to help you get through it with the first episode of Cycle 4!
We discuss different types of break-ups, ways of distracting yourself from the heartache, and how to sally forth and find the next love of your life. We also introduce two new recurring segments to the show, one where we examine a famous fictional relationship and one where we flip tables over something that has us riled up.
The person you fall in love with isn’t necessarily the person you break up with, and remember: You’re not broken, your heart is, so grow from rejection and join in on the fun!
NB – William and I are aware that while most of Europe uses the Euro, England, in fact, uses the Pound. We’re worldly and all that – save your correction emails for something else. 😉
WARNING: This episode contains incredibly NSFW discussions and possible trigger topics. Please listen at your own risk!
http://traffic.libsyn.com/matinghabitsofthemoderngeek/Ep316_MHMG.mp3
You asked the questions, and we rolled the dice and answered them. Join me, Sean Ryan, The Business, and Paris as we share our own views and experiences, discuss our opinions, and tirelessly pick through my research (thanks, Internet!)
We’ll navigate the tricky labyrinth of SEX with topics including (but not limited to) dirty talk, the truth about stamina, and mythical animal replica penises. There’s no such thing as TMI in this episode, so let your freak flag fly with us – we’re a real bunch of weirdos.
Show Links:
http://www.swingular.com/
https://fetlife.com/
http://frolicon.hugme.org/
http://www.zoofur.com/
You’re giving me Empire!
Welcome Bridgette to the show as she and I talk about the importance of grooming, discuss the finer points of fashion, and tackle the tricky topic of hats in this episode. Bridgette shares sorority stories, tells us about “Hot Spots,” shaving mishaps. and we dispel the rumor that only slutty girls shave above the knee. The first date should be treated like a job interview: Always be true to who you are, just make sure you’re presenting the best possible version of “You.”
Enjoy!
http://traffic.libsyn.com/matinghabitsofthemoderngeek/Ep315_MHMG.mp3
And did you notice the “Cold Open?” It’s a MHMG first!
Join us while Kris and I argue about the effectiveness of pick-up lines and discuss the benefits of honesty, the problem with arrogance, and the violation of boundaries. We share personal experiences, give examples of doing it wrong, and make suggestions for questions to ask when meeting someone for the first time.
So, be polite, be calm, learn from your mistakes, and as always, BE BRAVE – just remember: Other people are people too.
http://traffic.libsyn.com/matinghabitsofthemoderngeek/Ep314_MHMG.mp3
Join Q and me as we take a bitter and resentful look at Valentine’s Day and the commercialized nightmare it’s become. Wade through the jaded rhetoric to find ideas and suggestions for things to do if you’re in a relationship, and solutions for ways to deal with the holiday when you’re single. We discuss “Single Awareness Day,” and suggest that the whole holiday be renamed “Steak and a Blowjob Day.” Brought to you early for the express purpose of warning you that the See’s Candies Kiosk at the mall is only temporary – so you gotta get there in time!
http://traffic.libsyn.com/matinghabitsofthemoderngeek/Ep313_MHMG.mp3
