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How to Survive a Robot Uprising [ER]
May 8th, 2012 by Dan

People think I’m crazy when I say this, but the most likely apocalyptic adversary for humanity will be robots. It’s just a fact. Here are some tips for how to survive. Don’t show this to any robots.

The 100 Greatest Qutoes From The Wire [IB/ER]
Apr 27th, 2012 by Dan

If you haven’t seen The Wire, this obviously spoils the 100 best lines from the show. Those of you who have, this right here is pure gold.

Common Historical Misconceptions [ER]
Apr 18th, 2012 by Dan

Think you know about Vikings, Lady Godiva, or Napoleon? Think again!

Unless you already know about these misconceptions. Then you don’t have to think again.

Joel McHale’s 3DS Commercial [ER]
Apr 12th, 2012 by Dan

It’s a little too on the money to be hilarious, but I still enjoyed it.

The Besties Hit PAX East [GO/ER]
Apr 11th, 2012 by Dan

“Shouldn’t the world’s best friends choose the world’s best game?”

I gotta admit, it took me a while to get with The Besties podcast, but now that I recognize how truly ridiculous and hilarious it is I’m all about it. Remember, they’re not really there to have legitimate debate about the merits of the games they bring. In fact, sometimes Justin doesn’t even play his, but they’re fun to listen to and even funnier to watch.

Celebs Can Read What You Tweet [ER]
Mar 22nd, 2012 by Dan

Jimmy Kimmel reminds us all that celebrities see what you tweet at them.

A Tribute to Warren Spector [ER/GO]
Mar 20th, 2012 by Dan

The Mega64 guys team up with Cliff Bleszinski to honor the achievements of video game luminary, Warren Spector.

Official Spoiler Rules [ER/IB]
Mar 17th, 2012 by Dan

I think a standardized set of rules regarding spoilers would do the world a lot of good. All of these fine actors agree.

Zainichi Funk: Japanese Funk You Can’t Forget [F/ER]
Mar 16th, 2012 by Dan

Have you ever found yourself thinking, “Self, what would kickass Japanese funk sound like?”

Well, it would sound a lot like 在日ファンク (Zainichi Funk)

The above song, “爆弾こわい” (“Bakugan Kowai” or “Scary Bomb”) is…awesome. Give it a listen. You might be disappointed if you have no soul, but I can’t see not liking it otherwise.

The Mariners Have Creative Ad Men [WMQ/ER]
Mar 14th, 2012 by Dan

I love the punch line in the impressions one (I LOVE ICHIRO!).

The other great one is this riff on Rocky:

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