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Fishing Without Bait 452: From the Ring to the Classroom: Chris Maverick on Wrestling, Storytelling, and Mindfulness

January 14th, 2025  |  Season 11  |  19 mins 21 secs

chris maverick, digital narrative, escapism, identity, jim ellermeyer, mindfulness, pro wrestling personas, professional wrestling, social media, storytelling

Join Jim Ellermeyer in this fascinating episode of Fishing Without Bait as he welcomes Chris Maverick, professor of digital narrative interactive design at the University of Pittsburgh, and a former professional wrestler. Together, they dive into the world of pro wrestling, exploring its unique blend of storytelling, athleticism, and improv. Chris shares his personal journey, from developing larger-than-life wrestling personas to balancing his academic career and wrestling life, revealing the liberating power of performance.

AwesomeCast 675: A Flipper. A Corn Sweeper. And a New Walmart TV.

February 21st, 2024  |  Season 11  |  57 mins 46 secs

apple products, black horror, cultural representation, flipper zero device, imac issues, jordan peele, professional wrestling, science fiction, sidekick media services, social media, video production

The "AwesomeCast Live" podcast episode from Pittsburgh dives into various intriguing topics, including the cultural phenomenon of Eurovision and its global impact, contrasted with traditional American entertainment events. The episode also explores NVIDIA's remarkable rise in market value, underpinning its significant contributions to artificial intelligence, computing, and gaming sectors, highlighting the tech giant's surpassing of other industry leaders in market capitalization.

Additionally, the podcast delves into the evolving dynamics of social media, with a particular focus on YouTube's innovative features designed to enhance user engagement and compete with platforms like TikTok. Local cultural events, specifically Pittsburgh's Lenten fish fry traditions, are discussed, showcasing community engagement and local tech contributions.

Gaming trends, notably Microsoft Game Pass's collaboration with NVIDIA GeForce, are examined for their role in transforming access to video games. The episode further addresses literary contributions to cultural representation, spotlighting Jordan Peele’s anthology "Out There Screaming" and its significance in black horror and speculative fiction.

Lastly, technological advancements are dissected through gadgets like the Flipper Zero, alongside discussions on market shifts affecting major tech and entertainment companies, reflecting on broader business strategies and consumer trends.

Wrestling Mayhem Show 896: Prince Philip: Our Sweet Little Meat Pie

January 31st, 2024  |  Season 11  |  1 hr 55 mins

indie wrestling, royal rumble, social media, wrestling, wrestling predictions

Wrestling Mayhem Show 896 delves into the dynamic world of wrestling, engaging fans with a blend of humor, analysis, and insider knowledge. From the impact of social media on wrestling culture to a thorough recap of the Royal Rumble, the hosts offer fresh perspectives on both mainstream and independent circuits. They share personal anecdotes, review wrestling news, and make predictions, providing a comprehensive look at the current state and future of wrestling. This episode is a must-listen for fans eager to stay informed and entertained in the ever-evolving wrestling landscape.

AwesomeCast 672: Hello Kitty Iron Man

January 31st, 2024  |  Season 11  |  52 mins 47 secs

ai therapy app, awesomecast, digital parenting., fitness routines, meditation, mental health, online safety, professional wrestling, sidekick media services, social media, technology, tomo by replica

This podcast explores the intersection of technology, mental health, and personal growth through various lenses, including the innovative use of AI in therapy, the impact of social media, and the importance of digital safety. It features discussions on professional wrestling, the tech-focused AwesomeCast show, and personal anecdotes on meditation and fitness, offering insights into enhancing mental well-being in the digital age.

Wrestling Mayhem Show 893: Gets Trashy

January 10th, 2024  |  Season 11  |  1 hr 43 mins

aew, business strategy, independent wrestling, match reviewing, mental health, social media, societal issues, taxes, twitter, upcoming events, video games, wrestling commentary, wwe

The hosts discussed the latest back-and-forth on social media between wrestling promotions AEW and WWE, speculating on potential crossover opportunities. Other wrestling news like upcoming pay-per-view events was covered. Behind-the-scenes production elements including commentary and reviewing matches was analyzed. Independent wrestling promotions and passions of those involved took up a good portion of the show. There was talk of wrestling-themed video games, unconventional business strategies, and perspectives on societal issues and mental health in the wrestling world. Guest Ryan Zane spoke about his personal journey, wrestling personas, production preferences, and hopes for the sport's future.

AwesomeCast 669: Big Floppies and Working on the Soft Core

January 10th, 2024  |  Season 11  |  56 mins 10 secs

accessories, ai, amd, ces, displays, engagement, entertainment, fashion, fitness, gaming, giveaways, humor, ice cream, iphone, laptops, media conversion, patreon, pets, podcasts, processors, screens, shoes, social media, technology

On this AwesomeCast podcast, the hosts highlighted several new innovations showcased at the recent CES tech show. AMD revealed a new processor able to run graphics-heavy games smoothly without requiring a separate graphics card. Automaker Shift introduced Moonwalker X shoes that allow wearers to glide along motorized wheels embedded in the soles. Asus displayed a foldable OLED screen for on-the-go use with laptops or gaming devices. The Klix iPhone case adds a convenient physical keyboard for easier typing. Cold Snap demoed a home ice cream maker that can create customized flavors in just 2 minutes. And startup Flappy presented a smart cat door designed to block pets from bringing prey indoors by using AI to assess what they are carrying in their mouths.

In terms of social platforms, they talked about Stimulus, which facilitates giveaways to drive brand engagement. And they praised updates to the Patreon app for simplifying podcast listening. Other topics included encoding old media onto modern computers, Apple Fitness add-ons, and injecting some humor regarding the show’s penchant for inadvertent double entendres. Overall, it highlighted innovations designed to enhance entertainment, convenience and creativity.

Fishing Without Bait 404: Filtered Reality

January 9th, 2024  |  Season 11  |  22 mins 56 secs

body image, filtered reality, influencers, media literacy, mental health, parenting, podcast, pop culture, psychology, self-esteem, social media, social media effects, therapist perspectives, tiktok, youth

Jim Ellermeyer and Producer Mike, discuss the topic of "filtered reality" portrayed on social media. They talk about how social media influencers and platforms like TikTok present an unrealistic, glamorized version of life that negatively impacts young people's self-image and mental health. The hosts criticize "wannabe mental health professionals" on TikTok offering advice without credentials. They advise listeners to consume social media mindfully, understanding much of what they see is carefully curated rather than real life. Jim shares his perspective as a therapist, noting patients have body image issues influenced by media. They encourage listeners to share their own related anecdotes.

AwesomeCast 668: Taters in Space

January 3rd, 2024  |  Season 11  |  58 mins 19 secs

apple, augmented reality, bandwidth, cats, diy, electronics, enterprise technology, fitness, future tech, gadgets, gaming, health, live streaming, nasa, platforms, set up, smart watches, social media, software, space, technology, video, virtual reality

AwesomeCast 659: The Glasshole Next Door

October 17th, 2023  |  Season 11  |  59 mins 31 secs

ai, alltrails, cancer, cyberpunk 2077, earbuds, gaming, interview, local news, meta, news, playstation, podcast, social media, tech news, threads, twitter, voice acting, vr, xbox

Hosts Michael Sorg, John Chichilla, and Katie Dudas discussed the Microsoft-Activision merger and when new games may hit Xbox Game Pass. They also talked about AI being used to recreate a deceased actor's voice for Cyberpunk 2077 and the spread of Meta's new VR headsets being called "Meta Glassholes." Other topics included Threads getting an edit button, using social media for news, AllTrails' new National Park guides, Chilla's new wireless earbuds for VR, Katie talking about her cancer journey on the radio, and sources for local news. The hosts covered the latest tech and gaming news while highlighting cool new products and digital trends.

Fishing Without Bait 398: Leveling Up with Jessie Notarius

September 5th, 2023  |  Season 11  |  16 mins 14 secs

athletics, behavior therapy, career goals, costumes, dealing with fans, doors open pittsburgh, female wrestler, feud, highland park, interview, jessie notarius, meditation, memories, mental health, mindfulness, mindfulness tour, paying attention, podcast, professional wrestling, social media, sports, tatiana the unwilting, upcoming match, valerie vermin, women in sports, women's wrestling, wrestling