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156 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 12 years ago - ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsJupiter@Nite: Jupiter Broadcasting's nightly video show that wraps up your entire day. Finish the day with us on the live stream, or kick off your morning with the final word from last night's show!
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Chilean Mine Rescue | J@N | 10.13.10
October 14, 2010 05:05 - 78.6 MB VideoThis week! On the Bearded Action Show! We discuss the cave-in of a Chilean mine system, and dish the “dirt” on how this could have been the result of a Minecraft obsession! Then we’ll give you the inside scoop on how they managed to survive for more than 69 days – WITHOUT the benefit of a diamond-bladed Pickaxe! Still curious about what led them to these depths? We’ll drop our cameras down their life-shaft and show you the 8-bit art they carved into their walls! ALL THIS WEEK…. on the Be...
Minecraft | J@N | 10.12.10
October 13, 2010 04:57 - 78.7 MB VideoIn the latest internet gaming craze, an indie developer has managed to capture the hearts and minds of thousands of addicted gamers by creating a charmingly low-resolution gaming phenomenon known as Minecraft. We’re here to tell you all about the reasons this game is quickly becoming a giant in the world of gaming, despite lacking the marketing and development clout of a higher-budget game.
Planet Zarmina | J@N | 10.6.10
October 07, 2010 05:35 - 83.1 MB VideoScientists recently discovered a near-Earth planetoid orbiting a star only about 20 lightyears away. What does it MEAN?! Could it support human life outside of our solar system? Of course it’s got issues… it may be tidally locked, and we don’t actually know what it’s atmosphere is made of. Oh, and traveling 20 lightyears would take about 180,000 years using current propulsion methods. But a man can dream, right?!
Could Twitter Save Rome? | J@N | 10.5.10
October 06, 2010 05:18 - 97.6 MB Videoinevitably crumbled under their own weight. What if Persians had cell phones? Could Google have saved Rome? Could the Aztecs have ruled the world with the power of Twitter? Obviously, due to the lack of microprocessor technology and the harnessing of electricity, these tools could never have existed in these ancient periods. But what about the future of human civilization? Are our “empires” of today destined to reign for eternity because of our ability to communicate?
Facebook & Vampires | J@N | 9.30.10
October 01, 2010 06:06 - 82.1 MB VideoIt’s movie night! This coming weekend marks the release of two very different, but interesting films. One is a movie about Facebook, the other is about Vampires. But are they really so very different as they seem? FIND OUT ON THIS EPISODE. It will change your life. Forever.
Atomic Lighthouses | Jupiter@Nite | 9.29.10
September 30, 2010 06:15 - 65.2 MB VideoWe take a look at the abandoned nuclear lighthouses that line the northern border. We move on from these crazy left overs of a fallen empire and spotlight a new endeavor to build a nuclear power-plant on top of a barge.
UFOs are REAL | Jupiter@Nite | 9.28.10
September 29, 2010 06:25 - 95 MB VideoOn Sept 27th, 2010, representatives from the US Military and Gov’t operations held a press conference to publicly announce their belief that we are being repeatedly visited by extra-terrestrial lifeforms. These visits have been happening at nuclear launch & test sites, and have resulted in the abnormal shut-down of those sites (sometimes only temporarily). On tonight’s show, the J@N crew gets REAL with the potential repercussions of these actions, if they are to be believed, and prepares to...
Hollywood Tech Fails | Jupiter@Nite | 9.23.10
September 24, 2010 06:31 - 88.3 MB VideoAny of us could probably come up with hundred different “So Bad That They’re Awesome” movie scenes that involve technology in some manner. Whether hacking into the CIA database, or bringing down a bank’s firewalls, it always looks so glamorous when it appears on the big screen. In tonight’s J@N, we’ll share with you some of our favorite blunders in Hollywood technology, and let you laugh along with us.
Spider Webs | Jupiter@Nite | 9.22.10
September 23, 2010 06:10 - 65.9 MB VideoLet’s cut to the chase here — spiders are creepy as hell! And none of the Jupiter Team would likely be caught dead staring at enough pictures of them, to do research for a show about them. BUT, their webs are another story. Even though these silky tendrils are produced from the butts of our fearsome nemesis, we still find them fascinating. Tonight we’ll discuss some of the amazing properties of spider webs in detail, as well as let you in on some scary genetic research currently being per...
Jupiter Boozefest! | Jupiter@Nite | 9.21.10
September 22, 2010 05:36 - 75.6 MB VideoWho doesn’t love a good glass of wine, or a nice chilled bottle of beer? With Oktoberfest getting underway, we decided to cover a few recent stories related to our beloved libations – from cooking, to science, and even ART! Alcohol is all over our world, and a part of our lives.
Hidden Passageways | Jupiter@Nite | 9.20.10
September 21, 2010 05:39 - 62.7 MB VideoThe secret doors, rooms and tunnels of someones home have always peaked our interest. We look at some of the most impressive hidden networks of some ordinary looking homes! One of the most famous underground cities is right here in our home state, the Seattle underground city. We share some pictures and stories from our local underground mystery town. Plus we cover the hard numbers of Halo Reach, and you might not believe how epic they are! Whoa that’s a full Jupiter@Nite…. all the way OM...
Jeremy’s Date Night | Jupiter@Nite | 9.16.10
September 17, 2010 06:09 - 109 MB VideoIt’s Jeremy’s Birthday! In celebration of the joyous day he came into this world, we attempt to use the power of the intarwebz to find him an acceptable female specimen for him to spend a romantic evening out with. Our studio staff, and the live chatroom audience, have assembled a number of options for Jeremy to peruse, and we will get his opinions LIVE on the air! Does the internet hold LOVE for our dear co-host? Or will he only meet with heartache and sorrow? Tune in to find out!
Social Media Evolves | Jupiter@Nite | 9.14.10
September 15, 2010 06:43 - 108 MB VideoWe live in a world where each person is connected to every other person in strange and powerful ways. Generally, we call these mystical linkages “SOCIAL NETWORKING” and like it or lump it, it’s here to stay. A few stories and announcements surfaced today that have painted these social tools in a negative light, and we have thoughts to share. We’ll also give you the lowdown skinny on our thoughts regarding the NewTwitter that was announced today, and all it represents for the future of mic...
Mario’s Birthday | Jupiter@Nite | 9.13.10
September 14, 2010 07:49 - 71.2 MB VideoOur childhood friend Mario turns 25 today, and we spend a few minutes looking back at the good & bad times of our favorite plumber! Then we cover how to convert any download into a torrent file, and an insane ski game you’re going to love! Plus Homeland Security is about to start testing on something straight our of the movie Minority report, a retina scanner from four feet away! Is it ready to scan the eyes of a busy sports stadium? We cover the latest developments!
Resident Evil Mold? | Jupiter@Nite | 9.9.10
September 10, 2010 06:04 - 76.3 MB VideoWith the latest Resident Evil moving hitting theaters this weekend, we thought it might be a good time to look at what the movie has done specifically to cater to 3D viewings. Plus - why we consider this franchise generic, and dull! AND: Some of our most treasured classic movies are being destroyed by mold. Being the big movie fans we are, we find out what is being done to save these classics!
A Firefly Future? | Jupiter@Nite | 9.8.10
September 09, 2010 06:00 - 98 MB VideoA keen observer of the news will have noticed a constant and steady march towards exploring and learning more about our own solar system. Many believe it’s unlikely man could travel beyond our solar system, and the very task of man visiting a neighboring planet such as Mars may be the absolute limits of our technology for the next 100 years. We’ve talked in the past about deep space travel, faster than light travel, and even worm holes and black holes. Tonight we take a practical look at sp...
PAX Attax Report! | Jupiter@Nite | 9.7.10
September 08, 2010 06:04 - 111 MB VideoWe spent the weekend at the Penny Arcade Expo (PAX) and we’ve seen everything from an exclusive look at Duke Nukem Forever to a concert with Jonathan Coulton. It’s our full report on everything PAX Prime 2010, and what impressed us the most, what let us down, and what surprised us!
Con Survival Guide | Jupiter@Nite | 9.2.10
September 03, 2010 05:48 - 87.9 MB VideoIt’s a matter of life and death! Will you live to see the next Booth Babe, or die from Swine Flu before you even enter the premises? The boys of Jupiter@Nite have been prepping like mad for their upcoming ATTACK on PAX (aka Penny Arcade Expo) and now share with you fine people, the tips and tricks that they hope will allow them to survive the onslaught of awesome in one piece. From comfort, to health and economics, we’ll fill you in from head to toe on the dos and don’ts we’ve picked up alo...
Cyber Addiction | Jupiter@Nite | 9.1.10
September 02, 2010 05:42 - 87.8 MB VideoWe all use computers on a daily basis. Most of our time is spent staring into the soft glow of a screen of some design or another, whether it be a PC, handheld device, or cell phone. But what happens when our normal interaction with these useful tools, crosses the line into addiction? Games are touted as the number one cause of cyber addiction. But could it be something more sinister? Or is mankind simply wired to need the things it wants?
Digital Brain Upgrade | Jupiter@Nite | 8.31.10
September 01, 2010 05:57 - 114 MB VideoJeremy have been attempting to use digital storage devices and services to supplement our sometimes spotty memories. Services like Evernote brand themselves as easy-to-use digital memory… but are they really helping? We’ll throw down our opinions on the subject, and give you our honest reactions to the experiment. Along the way, we’ll also share some tidbits about how memory works, or doesn’t work, and share some other tips for enhancing your own.
Behind the Scenes of JB | Jupiter@Nite | 8.30.2010
August 31, 2010 06:30 - 123 MB VideoTonight’s episode takes you on the other side of the camera, officially marking our 5th tour we give you a full access tour of our studio, the gear, computers, software, and even beer we use to make these shows happen! Plus Alan & Chris share a few behind the scenes anecdotes about what goes into the production of some of our shows!
Movie Monster Madness | Jupiter@Nite | 8.26.10
August 27, 2010 06:39 - 137 MB VideoLooking toward this weekend, we see the most promising movie release to be a thriller of epic proportions: The Last Exorcism. And while we’re unlikely to hop down to the cineplex to catch this one on the big screen, it’s got us reminiscing about the movie monsters that have shaped our darkest nightmares over the years. We’ll review some of these demons and creeps and things that go bump in the night, as well as reveal some of the psychological inner workings as to WHY we find them so terrif...
Spying on the Spies that Spy on Us | Jupiter@Nite | 8.25.10
August 26, 2010 06:01 - 95 MB Videon a world… ruled by secrecy…. three men… dare to break the rules… and tell THE INTERNET all about their junk and stuff and things. It’s epic, I promise. Now, we all know that spies are still among us these days. But rarely do the stories of their lives and deaths make it into the mainstream press. We’ve managed to track down a few of these rare jewels to share with you, and discuss some of the scary secrets that surround these real world spies.
Super Car Tech | Jupiter@Nite | 8.24.10
August 25, 2010 05:45 - 108 MB VideoIn a world where a single traffic jam might not un-snarl for MONTHS, we need to think about more economic choices for driving. We could start peeing in our gas tanks, I guess? But that tech seems a bit far off at this time. How about we focus on ELECTRIC CARS!
Inside Steve Jobs’ Abandoned Mansion | Jupiter@Nite | 8.23.10
August 24, 2010 06:01 - 81.6 MB VideoWith tonight’s Jupiter@Nite we take a look at the interesting tech news stories from today and the weekend. Steve Jobs got the OK to tare down a mansion he’s not lived in for 14 years, Intel-McAfee deal baffles security analysts, a comparative look at the largest online communities, an update to the iPhone App epic win and much more
Happy Potato Day! | Jupiter@Nite | 8.19.10
August 20, 2010 06:10 - 65.4 MB VideoIn this week’s last episode of Jupiter@Nite, we take a look toward the weekend in a new direction, and examine some of the more strange celebrations that we take part in as humans on this planet. Some people celebrate sports, while others celebrate the human body, and others have a strong fascination with foods. We’ll tell you about the awesome and odd celebrations going on RIGHT NOW, as well as share some fun stories about the days we share our birthdays with.
Faster Than Light | Jupiter@Nite | 8.18.10
August 19, 2010 06:00 - 89.5 MB VideoRecently, the scientific community has been a-buzz with talk of extra-terrestrial lifeforms. The buzz was kickstarted back into the spotlight by SETIcon (Aug 13-16) and comments made by Stephen Hawking (aka, the smartest man in the universe), stating that it’s now only a matter of time before First Contact is made. And that it won’t be a good thing, when it happens. What would be the results of mankind’s first alien encounter? How will aliens react to us, and how would they get here in the ...
Our Server Crashed! | Jupiter@Nite | 8.17.10
August 18, 2010 06:11 - 107 MB VideoLast night right as we were wrapping Jupiter@Nite the jupiterbroadcasting.com server suddenly went off-line. The folks watching the live stream did not even notice, as long as they did not refresh their web browser. But what followed was an all-hands-on-deck effort to get services restored as quickly as possible. But as the hours ticked by, we started to panic – what if the site’s data was lost? Tonight’s episode will cover our story, and give you tips to protect your self from data loss, s...
Kill The Cineplex! | Jupiter@Nite | 8.16.2010
August 17, 2010 14:06 - 66 MB VideoIs 3D just another attempt at our cash, or a real theater feature? Ticket prices go up, concession treats are expensive and awful for you, home theaters are bigger and better every year… So why are we still going to the movie theater? The Expendables opened to $32.5 million in profits, Toy Story 3 has crossed $400 million in revenue. With these profits kinda of revenues, how can the theaters still be losing so much money? What can they do besides raise the ticket price? We tackle that very...
Before They Were Expendable | Jupiter@Nite | 8.12.10
August 13, 2010 06:17 - 92.2 MB VideoA boxer, an award-winning high diver, a world-champion martial artist, the most popular pro wrestler ever, a 5-time UFC champion, a karate champ, and a pro NFL player. Plus a hairdresser and a musician. These guys are respectable ass-kickers, both on the screen, and off. Before they joined forces to become the most manly mercenary squad ever seen on the big screen, the stars of The Expendables each had their own careers, in Hollywood and beyond. But how’d they do on their own, back in those...
Robots vs. Zombies | Jupiter@Nite | 8.11.10
August 12, 2010 05:50 - 80 MB VideoOn Monday, we talked a bit about Jeremy’s fears of the coming Robot Apocalypse. After the show, Alan began debating whether or not it’s more likely that the robots will rise up and destroy us, or if it will instead be the Zombie Apocalypse that geeks worldwide have feared for years. On tonight’s show, we debate the topic LIVE. Which is more likely, given the current advances of biological vs. technological science? And in the horrific off chance that BOTH should occur simultaneously, who wo...
Attack of the Sensational Media! | Jupiter@Nite | 8.10.10
August 11, 2010 06:32 - 99.8 MB VideoTonight we rant against the modern sensational media, with examples of the damage it has done recently, and how we feel about the direction this is all heading in the end. We’ll also share anecdotes about media blunders and failures of the past (that we are doomed to see repeat), and maybe give you a few tips on spotting these attention-grabs before they’re allowed to sway your opinion.
Science That Scares Us | Jupiter@Nite | 8.9.10
August 10, 2010 05:45 - 70.2 MB VideoAt Jupiter Broadcasting we love technology and science. Let’s be honest, it’s most the reason we even started with all this show stuff. But every now and then, technology and science take an advance that even gives techno-lovers like us serious pause. In tonight’s show we look at these types of scientific advances, and just what about them has us awake at night!
History of Internet Porn | Jupiter@Nite | 8.5.10
August 06, 2010 05:51 - 108 MB VideoWe answer the hard questions, and get to the bottom of adult entertainment’s seedy underbelly. We’ll also talk dirty details about how the business of smut has continued to pump technology to an ever-increasing climax. After a rigorous day of hard preparation, three men (who all did their research separate from one another) have joined forces to bring you a penetrating look at the adult industry. Then we’ll offer some tips on cleaning up your workstation, after a difficult day of… uhm, res...
The Secrets of Sleep | Jupiter@Nite | 8.4.10
August 05, 2010 05:53 - 109 MB VideoEven the most sleep-deprived internetter knows of the power that sleep & dreams have over our daily lives. Tonight on Jupiter@Nite, we delve into the mysteries of these nocturnal phenomenons, and share our personal tales of sleep disorders, as well sharing our thoughts on naps, lucid dreaming, dream interpretations, deja vu, and much more.
The Great Movie Trilogy Debate | Jupiter@Nite | 8.3.10
August 04, 2010 05:31 - 116 MB VideoOpinions are like buttholes – everybody has one, and most stink. Today on J@N, the boys are back to share their opinionated buttholishness with the entire Internet, as they debate the question of the ages: What is the best movie trilogy of ALL TIME? Join us as we debate the merits and failings of some of the biggest movie franchises ever to grace the big screen, and reveal the winner of this coveted title.
Hacker Con Round-Up | Jupiter@Nite | 8.02.10
August 03, 2010 05:38 - 58 MB VideoTonight on Jupiter@Nite, the boys go BLACK (hat) and review the latest news to surface from Hacker Cons around the world! We’ll show you the latest antics from Black Hat and DEFCON, where security protocols are run through the wringers. Are your cell phone call safe? Did your wallpaper app steal your Android information? Tune in to find the glorious details!
Retro Tech: 15 Years Ago | Jupiter@Nite | 7.29.10
July 30, 2010 07:02 - 113 MB VideoWe take a trip down memory lane and dig back into our closets to take a look at the classic hardware and software of yesteryear. We’re going back 15 years, to 1995, to reminisce about our roots as young tech geeks, and think about just how far our personal computing technology has come within our lifetimes.
Time Savers & Wasters | Jupiter@Nite | 7.28.2010
July 29, 2010 06:47 - 91.3 MB VideoWe’ve talked in the past about how much time people have spent on FaceBook, or how the human race wasted 500+ years playing Google Pacman. We thought we’d dig a little deeper into this topic, and take a closer look at how average people spend their time, and maybe provide some tips and pointers on reducing the amount of time wasted on certain things.
Money & Drugs | Jupiter@Nite | 7.27.10
July 28, 2010 06:09 - 43.3 MB VideoTonight’s show is all about finding weird stuff in odd places. From buried treasure, to strange garage sale finds and hidden stashes of drugs! This topic leads us to talk about Oakland’s new weed-farmer laws, and the future of legalized marijuana. Hey look, Alan’s back! Welcome back, Alan!
Now With More Ownership! | Jupiter@Nite | 7.26.10
July 27, 2010 05:42 - 50.1 MB VideoTonight on J@N, Chris and Jeremy give you the details that you need to know about the sweeping and epic changes that give you, the owner, more control over your gadgets and media. Find out how the DMCA got a kick in the crotch, and we tell you about your newfound freedom! We also lay out how you can become an important part of THIS SHOW.
Joss Whedon Will Avenge Us! | Jupiter@Nite | 7.22.10
July 23, 2010 06:56 - 74.3 MB VideoTonight on J@N, we give you the epic recap of Day One of the San Diego Comic Con. We’ve been around the block enough to know what to expect to come out of this little shindig, so what have we NOT seen? No Hulk news? No Batman announcements? No World of Warcraft movie footage? *pout* What we DID get, we discuss in beautifully nerdy detail, including Joss Whedon’s official attachment to Marvels “Avengers” film, a new TRON trailer, and some gameplay features of DC Universe Online that will let...
War on Terror Suffering Info Overload? | Jupiter@Nite | 7.21.10
July 22, 2010 07:04 - 82.2 MB VideoTonight’s show is about the perils of living in the Information Age. Namely, the concept that by proliferating so much information out over potentially faulty hardware, and over networks and far-flung bureaucracies, sometimes it can all become too big.
Apollo Moon Landing’s Birthday! | Jupiter@NIte | 7.20.10
July 21, 2010 06:16 - 51.7 MB VideoWe celebrate the 41st birthday of the Apollo moon landing, and update you on the latest developments in NASA’s plans for impending exploration of our solar system. Plus find out how tropical caves hold the secrets of alien life.
Top 3 Modern Medical Miracles & Inception Review! | Jupiter@Nite | 7.19.10
July 20, 2010 06:48 - 94.3 MB VideoA bionic eyeball, the cures for Cancer & HIV, and then a review of Inception. Tonight’s episode of Jupiter@Nite takes a look at some of the absolutely amazing developments in modern medicine there may just be a matter of a few short years away.
Droid X Does Jupiter@Nite | July 15th 2010
July 16, 2010 06:17 - 71.6 MB VideoIs the Droid X's eFuse a self-destruct chip? We cover that and give you our hands on early review of the Droid X! Plus we preview the up coming movies of the weekend, and what the early buzz is on these movies
The Future of Computer Connectivity | Jupiter@Nite BETA9
July 15, 2010 05:56 - 57.4 MB VideoFrom social networking to high-speed wireless data transfer, we’re here to lay down the Internet Truth on the ways humans of this planet can stay connected to one another.
How Caffeine Affects Your Brain | Jupiter@Nite BETA8
July 14, 2010 05:40 - 64.5 MB VideoWe look at the way caffeine works inside your brain to help you feel more alert, plus we’ll tell you what’s physically causing those withdrawal pains! To keep things lively we’ll also run down our favorite off the wall Think Geek caffeine products, and tell you how you can get your high-tech and your caffeine on!
Live in Space & Win at Life | Jupiter@Nite BETA7
July 13, 2010 06:12 - 63.2 MB VideoThis evening on J@N we get inspired by talking about a tiny moon, and end up musing about what life would be like living in the luxury of outer-space. Then we talk about new ways that game developers are motivating us to be better at life.
Google Your House & Moonbase Alpha Review | Jupiter@Nite BETA6
July 08, 2010 06:36 - 90.2 MB VideoWe’ve got the inside scope on Google’s efforts to get amazing imagery of some public, and not so public places! Then we literally tell you why every scientific fact you know, might be wrong! Plus – We’ve played NASA’s new “MMO” on the moon, and give you the details on what’s coming down the road very soon!