A conversation podcast about all things film, TV & gaming, hosted by Robbie Holmes
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Join InterMat personalities Kevin Claunch, Ryan Holmes, Robbie Wendell and Austin Sommer as they break down Division I college wrestling around the country. InterMat has been a leader in wrestling coverage for nearly 30 years. Check out InterMatWrestle.com for tons of wrestling news, rankings, results and commentary.
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Whiskey Web and Whatnot: Web Development, Neat
RobbieTheWagner and Charles William Carpenter III, The Radcast Network
Veteran web developers RobbieTheWagner and Charles William Carpenter III host this informal, whiskey-fueled fireside chat with your favorite web devs. They discuss all things web development including JavaScript, TypeScript, EmberJS, React, Astro, SolidJS, CSS, HTML, Web3, and more. They take a unique approach and focus on getting to know the human side of developers and their hobbies outside of work, all while sampling a new whiskey that they rate on their unique tentacle scale.
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The show where 2 idiots talk about NCAA, Big Ten, and international wrestling. We give a lot of information and insight while doing it in an unprofessional manner. Thanks for listening and sharing! Check us out at Bloodround.com
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Robbie McDonald and Jordan Lane are two writers who share the experience of discovering they have ADHD in midlife. Holy Sh*t I Have ADHD is a funny, vulnerable, relatable and raw look into the double-edged sword of getting an entirely new understanding of your life when you're already halfway through it.
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The NOVA Fest 2025 Website: https://www.novafilmfest.com/ Letterboxd List: https://boxd.it/FUrCS Films: Written in Skin Short | Drama/LBGT | USA | Running Time: 00:11:49 - Trailer - IMDB Come Out, Wherever You Are Short | Drama/Sci Fi | USA | Running Time: 00:29:22 - Trailer | IMDB Nineteen at Twenty Documentary Short | USA | Running Time: 00:28:5…
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Vibe Podcasting: App Rewrites, AI Assistants, PB&Js, and more!
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54:16This week, Robbie and Chuck talk about American whiskey, buttered PB&Js, and the quirks of AI coding assistants. They swap TV recommendations, debate developer priorities like security and rewrites, and more. In this episode: (00:00) - Intro (02:43) - Whiskey review and rating: Union Horse Distilling Co Rolling Standard Four Grain Whiskey (13:59) -…
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This week we talk with NCAA All American Trevor Chumbley of the Northwestern WIldcats. We talk through his recent finish on the podium, and then we work chronologically backwards through his career and what he learned along the way. We also talk through his plans from here with his Northwestern education and his goals moving forward. We also talk t…
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Your Terminal Is Getting Smarter with Ben Holmes
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54:48This week, Robbie and Chuck talk with Ben Holmes—Astro core team alum and now at Warp—about the rapid evolution of developer tools, the promise and quirks of AI-powered coding, and why he’s betting big on terminal UX. In this episode: (00:00) - Intro (02:09) - Warp and dev tools (04:20) - Whiskey intro and rating: Heaven Hill Grain To Glass Kentuck…
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Inside Sagamore: The Revival of Maryland Rye with Clint Spotleson
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59:25This week, Robbie and Chuck talk with Clint Spotleson of Sagamore Spirit about the craft behind their unique Manhattan Finish Rye, the history of Maryland-style whiskey, and why great whiskey is meant to be shared. Clint shares stories from his journey through the spirits industry, his passion for whiskey, and what makes Sagamore stand out in a cro…
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This week Tommy and I discuss the Hodge results along with the upcoming National Duals Invitational and it's qualification structure and what we expect. I express my feelings that 5 remains greater than 1, and we talk through our excitement that money continues to be invested into growing the sport with events like the National Duals. Then I have t…
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TV discussed on this episode: White Lotus - S3 E7 - IMDB Daredevil: Born Again S1 E6 - IMDB Film(s) discussed on this episode: Princess Mononoke - IMAX | Max Prom Night (1980) - Hulu | Disney+ | Prime Video | Hoopla | Kanopy Main Review(s): Death Of A Unicorn - Website
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Intermat Podcast Steroid Rumors + Transfer Portal Craziness + NCAA Recap - IWP 3-27-25
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2:09:21The season has come to an end but things are heating up. The crew discuss the NCAA tournament, the steroid rumors and conversations surrounding Meyer Shapiro's post-match interview and all the craziness happening with the transfer portal. Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c9yGAeOS6QY Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 00:30 - Steroid rumors 21:15 - Tra…
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This week, Robbie and Chuck talk about career moves and tech transitions. They discuss Robbie’s new role at HashiCorp and Chuck’s dive into cybersecurity. They also debate legacy tech quirks, open-source updates, and the ever-evolving world of AI. In this episode: (00:00) - Intro (01:21) - Whiskey rating and review: Cyrus Noble Small Batch Bourbon …
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TV discussed on this episode: White Lotus - S3 thru E6 Righteous Gemstones - S4 thru E3 Film(s) discussed on this episode: Brooklyn - Disney+ / Hulu | Peacock Okja - Netflix Main Review(s): Snow White - Website Novocaine - Website
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This week Tommy returns! We discuss the NCAA results primarily. We also discuss some of the fun commentary from DC, JB, Rock and the rest of the crew. We also talk about the AAs, some fun storylines, and our general thoughts on the entire event. I swear rather heavily in this one, so be prepared. I was excited!…
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Why Most Developers Overcomplicate Everything w/ Aaron Francis
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1:04:18This week, Robbie and Chuck talk with Aaron Francis about developer education, Laravel vs. Rails, and the evolution of full-stack development. They explore the trade-offs of opinionated frameworks, the practicality of PHP, and why simplicity often wins. Plus, Aaron shares his hot takes on modern web dev trends, and the joys of working from a home-o…
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Film(s) discussed on this episode: Red Rooms - Website September 5 - Paramount+ Late Night With The Devil - Hulu / Disney+ Main Review(s): Opus - Website Black Bag - Website
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Intermat Podcast Tyler Brennan Eligibility Questions + Conference Recaps + NCAA Bracket Reactions - IWP 3-15-25
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1:43:12We are one week away from the biggest tournament of the year, but there's still some things to get to. The crew dives into the Tyler Brennan eligibility situation, takes a look at the biggest stories from the conference tournaments and what they like and don't like about the NCAA Championship seeds and brackets. Timestamps: 0:00:00 - Intro 0:00:45 …
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Tailwind 4, DeepSeek AI, and the End of the Old Web
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1:06:11This week, Robbie and Chuck cover a wide range of topics, including AI and its impact on web development. They discuss DeepSeek, Tailwind’s latest updates, and whether Stack Overflow is still relevant. Plus, a detour into skiing, college sports, and Nintendo's upcoming Switch 2. In this episode: (00:00) - Intro (02:12) - Whiskey intro and rating: W…
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This week I cover the B1Gs, and some of my takeaways from being there. The energy is different and exciting and I hope additive to the regular season. I also cover the brackets being released, my thoughts on the weights, along with where we should see some fun matches or guys to watch. I also reference how stupid it is that youth tournaments are sc…
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TV discussed on this episode: The White Lotus - Max Film(s) discussed on this episode: Queer - Website Queen of the Ring - Website Blink Twice - Amazon Prime Main Review(s): Mickey 17 - Website
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Is jQuery Really Dead? And Other Hot Takes w/ Travis Wagner
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58:13This week, Robbie and Chuck talk with Travis Wagner about his career move from Universal Music to Crunchyroll and the nuances of backend development. They discuss a wide range of hot takes, including whether jQuery is still relevant in 2025. In this episode: (00:00) - Intro (01:05) - Meet Travis Wagner (02:41) - Whiskey intro and rating: Finger Lak…
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Intermat Podcast Conference Previews + Anthony Knox situation - IWP 3-5-25
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1:41:00We have reached the post season! During this week's conversation, the crew discusses the different conferences that they cover and give some insight into the allocations, some dark horses, and how the team races could look. They also talk a little bit about the Anthony Knox situation. Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 02:00 - Fair or unfair: Anthony Knox s…
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This week I am joined by Ryan Holmes who covers the B1G with me at Intermat. We discuss him getting into wrestling, his college football career, and how he got into journalism. We also talk through some specific experiences and people that he values in the sport. We also talk through the B1G conference and some of the things we are looking forward …
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Article of Nominations Visual Effects - Robbie's Pick: Dune: Part Two (Paul Lambert, Stephen James, Rhys Salcombe and Gerd Nefzer) - Anticipated Academy Pick: Wicked (Pablo Helman, Jonathan Fawkner, David Shirk and Paul Corbould) Sound - Robbie's Pick: The Wild Robot (Randy Thom, Brian Chumney, Gary A. Rizzo and Leff Lefferts) - Anticipated Academy…
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Is This the End of Tech Conferences? w/ Dax Raad
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55:59This week, Robbie and Chuck talk with Dax Raad about his evolving career from software engineer to open-source advocate and content creator. They dive into his work on SST, explore the bizarre economics of tech conferences, and get into Dax’s next big move—manufacturing drone parts in the U.S. for the military. In this episode: (00:00) - Intro (02:…
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Coaches' Rankings need to go + IowaOK State recap + Lee vs Ono card - IWP 2-26-25
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1:38:51Dual meets have come to an end with some fireworks and it's time to prep for the post season. In this week's conversation the guys discuss how the coaches' rankings need to go, the Iowa vs Oklahoma State dual meet and the Spencer Lee vs Masanosuke Ono card. Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 01:00 - Coach’s rankings need to go 15:02 - Iowa vs Oklahoma State…
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This week I am joined by Austin Sommer, one of my counterparts on the Intermat podcast. We talk through some of his experiences growing up in the Lehigh Valley and with the sport of wrestling. We also talk about his college career at Drexel, and some of the things that fans might not think about with respect to balancing life and competition in col…
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Ducking by Ferrari & Miller + Inconsistent Refs + NC StateVT and OK StateIowa Previews - IWP 2-20-25
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1:38:34The crew discusses AJ Ferrari and Ethen Miller sitting out for big matches and whether or not they were ducking. They also dig into the inconsistency of referees and give a rivalry week preview for Virginia Tech vs NC State and Iowa vs Oklahoma State along with making their picks. Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=owV80GUm5p4 Timestamps 00:00 …
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From JavaScript to PHP: Josh Cirre’s Unexpected Dev Journey
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54:28This week, Robbie and Chuck talk with Josh Cirre about his journey from JavaScript to PHP, working with the Laravel team, and creating content for developers. They also discuss the value of opinionated frameworks, whether React was a mistake, fast food whatnot, and a surprising hot take on Taco Bell’s quality. Plus, Josh shares insights on content …
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S3 E06 - Captain America: Brave New World
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21:02Film(s) watched since last episode: Longlegs - Hulu / Disney+ Memoir of a Snail - Website The Gorge - Apple TV+ Black Box Diaries - Paramount+ w/Showtime Main Review(s): Captain America: Brave New World - Website
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The Future of Web Dev: Are We Overcomplicating Everything?
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55:07This week, Chuck and Robbie talk about the neverending evolution of web dev tools and frameworks. Over a Hatozaki Japanese whiskey, they dive into ORMs, the pros and cons of Prisma, Drizzle, and AstroDB, and how modern dev tools shape the ecosystem. Plus, a detour into home automation security, the real cost of DoorDash, and why Gen Z might just be…
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This week I am joined by Robbie Wendell who covers the ACC for Intermat and is a part of the Intermat podcast with me. We talk all things ACC, but we start off with the Virginia Cavaliers, and the impact that guys like Steve Garland and Jim Harshaw have had on that group over the years. Additionally, we talk through the rest of the programs in the …
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Intermat Podcast Repicking our way-too-early NCAA Champs + Jax Forrest's commitment - IWP 2-12-25
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1:24:08The final top five domino is off the board as Jax Forrest made his college commitment to Oklahoma State. We also discuss Iowa Coach Terry Brands going into the stands and engaging with fans and lastly, we revisit the NCAA Champion picks that we made before the season and see how much we've changed our minds or solidified our picks. Video: https://w…
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TV Show Episodes: Hal & Harper 1-4 Features: 9 Films (2 Documentaries) Deaf President Now Predators Plainclothes The Things You Kill Cactus Pears Don’t Die Short Films: (44 Films) Em & Selma Go Griffin Hunting Ragamuffin Out For Delivery The Reality of Hope Tiger
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The React Debate No One Wants to Have (But Should) with Ken Wheeler and Typecraft
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1:17:04This week, Robbie and Chuck talk with Ken Wheeler and Chris Power about everything from React and fantasy football to bizarre Airbnb experiences. They debate React’s evolution, lament the quirks of hooks, and revisit the infamous React t-shirt incident. Plus, Ken shares his DIY McRib recipe—because why not? In this episode: (00:00) - Intro (00:47) …
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Intermat Podcast Bo Bassett Commits + Hodge Talk + Old School vs New School Wrestling Shoes - IWP 2-5-25
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1:28:26In this week conversation the team discusses Bo Bassett's commitment to Iowa and reflect on the new school of recruiting along with who is in the lead for the Hodge this year. They also get a little nostalgic as they talk about wrestling shoes. As always they recap what's happening in the different conferences and what they are excited for this wee…
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How to Make a Podcast Worth Listening To with Dan Blumberg
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50:41This week, Robbie and Chuck talk with Dan Blumberg about his journey from radio producer to product manager and podcaster. They explore the art of building great software, podcasting essentials, and the changing landscape of podcast platforms. Plus, Dan shares his kayaking adventures and insights on balancing authenticity and growth. In this episod…
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Bloodround #486 w Justin Oliver of Northwestern
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1:04:05This week I speak with Justin Oliver - Assistant Wrestling Coach at Northwestern University. We talk through some of his movement since we've had him on the podcast, from Buffalo to Michigan State to Northern Colorado, and eventually to Evanston Illinois to coach the Wildcats. We also talk through the team, some of the veterans who stand out along …
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Intermat Podcast Iowa vs Penn State + New Rules Proposal + Injuries crushing top talent - IWP 1-29-25
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1:16:35It's the week of the biggest dual of the year - Penn State vs Iowa. We look into the top matches, where Iowa can win and the trash talking at 184. We also dig into the new rules proposal meeting coming up and the rules we would like to see added along with how injuries have sidelined a number of All-Americans this year. Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduc…
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Film(s) watched since last episode: Presence - Website The Girl With The Needle - Mubi I’m Still Here - WebsiteMain Review(s):A Complete Unknown - Website
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Is Cereal Soup?, the FG Scale, and JS vs CSS with Adam Argyle
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1:12:19This week, Robbie and Chuck talk with Adam Argyle about the quirks of CSS and JavaScript tooling, and modern web development. They discuss why JavaScript often takes center stage over CSS, the funding disparities between them, and what this means for developers. In this episode: (00:00) - Intro (02:32) - Whiskey review: Standard Spirit Wormwood Rye…
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Intermat Podcast Controversial Celebration + National Duals + 'Unstoppable' Review (Spoiler Alert) - IWP 1-22-25
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1:21:34The full crew is back this week and they dig into Jett Strickenberger's controversial celebration, the return of D1 National Duals, and a review of the Anthony Roble movie Unstoppable. They also discuss the topic of is wrestling tougher now or back in the day that Bo Nickal and Carter Starocci discussed last week. Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction 0…
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Intermat Wrestling Podcast Best PSU lineup ever + National Duals buy-in + Women's D1 Championship - IWP 1-16-25
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1:12:52On this week's show Holmes and Robbie pose the question of is this the best Penn State lineup we have ever seen? They also dig into bringing back national duals along with rearranging the season, the latest D1 women's championship news and the possibilities that come with it. In the end they discuss how tough Oklahoma State looks and what's coming …
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Short Film(s) watched since last episode:I Am Not A Robot - New YorkerMeat Puppet - Short of the WeekFilm(s) watched since last episode:Teacher’s Lounge - NetflixMain Review(s):The Brutalist - Website Additional LinksGeek on Film - Twitter | Instagram | StoreRobbie (The Geek) Holmes - Twitter | Instagram | Letterboxd…
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Authenticity in a World of Algorithms
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1:04:39This week, Robbie and Chuck dive into the delicate balance between authenticity and adaptation, both in tech and everyday life. They unpack the challenges of staying true to their passions—like whiskey and web development—while navigating the pressures of broadening their appeal and monetizing their craft. They also reflect on podcasting, personal …
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This week I begin by talking about Penn State and bringing up the idea that they might be better than they were last season. We also talk through some of the other action in the B1G including Maryland's strong weekend, and some of the struggles from Michigan State. Ohio State's nice win over Rutgers and Nebraska's bounce back win over Minnesota. I …
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What Makes a Christmas Movie? Plus, a Toast to New Beginnings
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58:54This week, Robbie and Chuck talk about Christmas traditions, from sweaters and trees to classic holiday movies and music. They dive into various light-hearted hot takes, holiday preferences, gift-giving etiquette, and more. Along the way, they review a Cream of Kentucky bourbon, discuss JavaScript and API challenges, and share Robbie’s big announce…
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This week I am joined by special guest host Jags! We talk about all of the important things. The theme song, drones, Rutgers, Rider, Princeton, and Dean Peterson winning Midlands. We also talk through some of his origin story back into the sport. We wrap up with some of the joys of having multiple monitors for wrestling watching, and what we will b…
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Intermat Wrestling Podcast Midlands/Scuffle fall off + Rankings questions + Conference duals
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1:12:45In the first show of the new year the crew discusses the fall off in competition around college holiday wrestling tournaments like Midlands and Southern Scuffle and they also question the decisions at the top of the rankings at 141 and 197. The wrap up the conversation with a what they are looking forward to in the first week of conference dual mee…
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Short Film(s) watched since last episode: The Only Girl in the Orchestra - Netflix Film(s) watched since last episode: Starlet - Criterion Channel Alien: Romulus - Disney+ Main Review(s): Gladiator II - Website
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Short Film(s) watched since last episode: A Swim Lesson - Los Angeles Times Instruments of a Beating Heart - New York Times Film(s) watched since last episode: Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror - Kanopy | Hoopla Alien: Covenant - PVoD Main Review(s): Nosferatu - Website Additional Links: Robbie Holmes - Letterboxd | Instagram | Bluesky Geek On Film -…
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Decentralized Identity: The Future of Privacy and Security with Angie Jones
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1:00:11This week, Robbie and Chuck talk with Angie Jones, Head of Developer Relations at TBD, about verifiable credentials, decentralized identity, and the potential of Web 5. They discuss practical applications like mobile driver’s licenses, privacy preservation, as well as the challenges of adopting cutting-edge tech. In this episode: (00:00) - Intro (0…
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