Laser Time
454 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 1.4K ratingsLaser Time is a show featuring folks in the video games industry, although not necessarily about video games. It’s a hyper-silly, multimedia-infused look at film, TV, comics, music, pop culture, and nostalgia from the perspective of people who game for a living. Obviously, their opinions are their own and do not reflect that of their employers.
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Episodes
The Highs & Lows of Game Development – Laser Time
August 21, 2017 07:05 - 205 BytesFrom the despair of developing a licensed flop to the glory of indie success, we chat with Julian Spillane about his unique path from X-Men Destiny and Silicon Knights’ fall to Use Your Words’ innovative fun! DOWNLOAD This show is brought... Read more
The Silliest Censored Movies & Music – Laser Time
August 14, 2017 16:54 - 204 BytesLets get it started in here, Mister Falcon! We’re playing the weirdest profanity replacements ever… enough to make even a stranger in the Alps blush! DOWNLOAD This show is brought to you by CASPER. To get $50 towards any mattress... Read more
The Most Controversial Banned Songs Ever – Laser Time
August 07, 2017 09:12 - 204 BytesPromoting violence, talk of satan, even promoting S-E-X… the reasons these songs were banned run the gamut, but you can listen to the stories behind the most controversial songs here, as long as you don’t tell your parents! DOWNLOAD Get... Read more
Dead Theme Park Rides – Laser Time
July 31, 2017 10:23 - 204 BytesWhat ever became of your favorite Universal and Disney attractions? We explore the history of decommissioned rides, covering why they left, and what replaced them! DOWNLOAD This show is brought to you by GAMEFLY. To get started with your free... Read more
The Return of MST3K with Trace Beaulieu – Laser Time
July 24, 2017 16:52 - 204 BytesAn extended look at life before, during, and after the comedy nerd juggernaut that is Mystery Science Theater 3000, plus a casual interview with Dr. Forrester himself, Trace Beaulieu! DOWNLOAD Follow Trace on Twitter, like The Mads on Facebook for... Read more
Apes in Movies and TV – Laser Time
July 17, 2017 14:58 - 204 BytesWith the War for the Planet of the Apes finally waging, we dive deep into some of the most memorable monkeys, simians, orangutans, and other banana-loving creatures that have been in popular movies and TV shows! DOWNLOAD This show is... Read more
Spider-Man Homecoming and Spidey’s Weird Hollywood Web – Laser Time
July 10, 2017 16:30 - 204 BytesSpider-Man finally has his own Marvel Cinematic Universe movie, but his journey to joining that world was quite tangled. We explore Spidey’s early failed movie efforts before swinging over to spoiler-filled Homecoming thoughts in our third segment! DOWNLOAD This show... Read more
The Best Sketch Comedy Skits Ever – Laser Time
July 03, 2017 14:35 - 204 BytesOur quartet of sketch comedy-obsessed nerds pick their favorite skits from the most influential skit-based shows, and we vote on the BEST SKITS EVER! You’ll definitely want to dip your balls in this episode! DOWNLOAD This show is brought to... Read more
The Best of 2017 (So Far) – Laser Time
June 26, 2017 11:01 - 204 BytesWith the first half of 2017 in the history books, we’re calling out our favorite movies, shows, comics, and other pop-culture consumables from the half-year. Join Chris, Dave, Diana, and Hank as they call out the content you need to... Read more
How The Simpsons Changed The World – Laser Time
June 19, 2017 09:53 - 204 BytesWith the recent launch of the Talking Simpsons Patreon, we dive deep into the programming that paved the way for Our Favorite Familybefore chronicling the many ways The Simpsons has impacted pop culture and the world at large. DOWNLOAD This... Read more
Famous Farts – Laser Time
June 12, 2017 08:37 - 204 BytesWe expel all of our flatulence knowledge, recalling the history of farts in pop culture, our favorite toot scenes, and our personal stories of cutting the cheese. FART SOUNDS AHOY! DOWNLOAD This show is brought to you by GAMEFLY. To get... Read more
Wonder Woman and Our Favorite Female Superheroes – Laser Time
June 05, 2017 07:40 - 204 BytesWe’ve got lengthy and detailed impressions of Wonder Woman, but before that, we’re discussing our favorite lady superheroes from the realms of movies, TV, games, and comic books! DOWNLOAD This show is brought to you by GEEK FUEL. To get... Read more
Laser Time – Awful Celeb & Cartoon Raps
May 29, 2017 06:59 - 204 BytesDON’T CALL IT A COMEBACK! Brett Elston and Mike Grimm join us as we mine our listeners’ most awful rap finds, ranging from awful cartoon themes and bad celebrity vanity raps to professionals who really should have known better. This... Read more
Laser Time – Famous And Fictional Strikes
May 22, 2017 07:02 - 204 BytesWith a recent writers strike averted, we look back at the previous TV scribe standoff, other major work stoppages, and times that TV shows made striking a story! DOWNLOAD This show is brought to you by GAMEFLY. To get started... Read more
Laser Time – Shows That Changed Their Theme Songs
May 15, 2017 19:12 - 204 BytesWhether it was a major makeover, a temporary pilot tune, or a costly song that couldn’t come to DVD, we compare (and vote for) tunes for TV shows that had more than one theme song! DOWNLOAD RSS | iTunes |... Read more
Laser Time – Guardians of the Galaxy 2 Reactions & The Strangest Superhero Teams
May 08, 2017 18:02 - 204 BytesBefore we jump into SPOILER-FILLED Guardians Volume 2 discussion, we chat for a bit about even weirder assortments of heroes that never quite reached the heights of Star-Lord and company. Join Chris, Dave, and special guests Bob Mackey and Henry... Read more
Laser Time – The History of Disney Afternoon, Featuring Tad Stones!
May 02, 2017 00:23 - 205 BytesA loving look back at Disney’s essential 90s animation block, plus an exclusive interview with Rescue Rangers and Darkwing Duck creator, Tad Stones! DOWNLOAD RSS | iTunes | Google Play | Zune | Facebook | Twitter | YouTube | Twitch This... Read more
Laser Time – The Worst Song Covers!
April 24, 2017 14:55 - 204 BytesWhy make a new song when there’s decades of tunes to shamelessly ape? We run through the history of covers and a few redone tunes that outshone originals before diving into the dregs of poorly-covered crap! DOWNLOAD This show is... Read more
Laser Time – The Fastest and Most Furious Car Chases Ever
April 17, 2017 08:01 - 204 BytesLaser Time’s resident wheelman Mike Grimm pulls into an episode where we chat about the coolest car chases in movie history! DOWNLOAD This show is brought to you by GEEK FUEL. To get a FREE Star Wars item CLICK HERE... Read more
Laser Time – Twin Competing Movies
April 10, 2017 16:31 - 204 BytesCall it common thought, stolen scripts, or something else entirely, but it’s always weird when two studios put out very similar movies in the same timeframe. We dig into the biggest clashes of twin movies and declare winners! DOWNLOAD This... Read more
Laser Time – Ad Wars!
April 03, 2017 18:06 - 204 BytesWhen companies fight, we win. We look at the pettiest (and best) ad wars, whether it be for fast food, soda, cell phones, or video games! DOWNLOAD This show is brought to you by HELLO FRESH. To save $30 on... Read more
Laser Time – Worst Raps Ever!
March 27, 2017 17:56 - 204 BytesWe’re Laser Time and we’re here to say, we love awful raps in a major way. WE SAID A MAJOR WAY! From stupid celebrity raps to sad ads, we’re clowning on bad rhymes with plenty of clips, yo! DOWNLOAD This... Read more
Laser Time – The Power Rangers and Their Mighty History
March 20, 2017 17:43 - 204 BytesAs the Power Rangers hit theaters once again, we recount the sentai show’s history, from their Mighty Morphin origins to modern-day insanity, with plenty of clips, crazy themes, and returning cast members! DOWNLOAD This show is brought to you by... Read more
Laser Time – King Kong vs Godzilla, and Monster Size Rankings!
March 13, 2017 18:22 - 204 BytesWith King Kong back in theaters, we compare the varying sizes of the big ape and his lizard pal Godzilla, before ranking every monster, from Gremlins to Pacific Rim’s kaiju! DOWNLOAD RSS | iTunes | Google Play | Zune | Facebook ... Read more
Laser Time – Logan Thoughts and Character Goodbyes
March 06, 2017 22:15 - 204 BytesWith Hugh Jackman hanging up the claws after Logan, we discuss other major characters who had proper (and usually sob-worthy) goodbyes before moving onto Logan spoilers! DOWNLOAD RSS | iTunes | Google Play | Zune | Facebook | Twitter | YouTube ... Read more
Laser Time – Vacations From Hell!
February 27, 2017 18:10 - 204 BytesFrom missed flights and overseas injuries to dire tales of getting lost in foreign lands, we’re recounting our own (and some of your) vacation nightmares come true! DOWNLOAD RSS | iTunes | Google Play | Zune | Facebook | Twitter |... Read more
Laser Time – Oscar Time 2017
February 21, 2017 04:43 - 204 BytesAs per annual tradition, we’ve watched all the 2017 Academy Award nominees for Best Picture so you don’t have to! Get ready for a thorough breakdown of all nine cinematic contenders and some silly, stupid comedy sketches in between DOWNLOAD... Read more
Laser Time – Your Most Hated Songs!
February 13, 2017 07:59 - 204 BytesWe’ve culled through tons of comments to find the most ear-achingly hate-inducing music ever! From crappy pop to awful covers and crummy country tunes, we’re playing your most hated songs! DOWNLOAD RSS | iTunes | Google Play | Zune | Facebook ... Read more
Laser Time – Are We Out Of Touch? An Ultra-Quiz!
February 06, 2017 17:54 - 204 BytesWe’re talking about the biggest games, movies, and shows that have captured the world’s attention, yet completely missed our radar! Laugh at your Laser Time pals as they show no comprehension of major media from the last few years! DOWNLOAD... Read more
Laser Time – Silly Super Bowl Commercials
January 30, 2017 19:17 - 212 BytesFrom old ladies looking for beef, to basketball players shilling burgers and shoes, to the dozens of ways we’ve been sold piss-water beer, we explore the deep history of the best part of the Super Bowl; the commercials! DOWNLOAD RSS | ... Read more
Laser Time – Entertaining Mergers and Crazy Aquisitions
January 23, 2017 08:36 - 204 BytesFrom wacky circus stories to game companies seeking second players to wrestling companies forming tag teams, we dive into the rich history of mergers and the entertainment that’s been made (or cancelled) as a result. DOWNLOAD RSS | iTunes |... Read more
Laser Time – 2017’s Most Anticipated Movies & TV
January 16, 2017 18:08 - 207 BytesFrom epic Marvel movies to long-awaited TV show revivals, we’re running through our most anticipated movies, shows, music, and games due in 2017 with the help of special guest Mike Grimm! DOWNLOAD RSS | iTunes | Google Play | Zune |... Read more
Laser Time – Our 2017 Return!
January 09, 2017 20:02 - 204 BytesWe’re discussing trips home, scarce time with family, sad deaths during the break, and the copious amount of backlog games and movies we consumed over the break before we reveal our favorite gifts from our holidays. DOWNLOAD RSS | iTunes ... Read more
Laser Time – The Best Movies & TV of 2016
January 02, 2017 07:59 - 204 BytesThis epic-length Laser Time brings together Chris, Brett, Dave, and special guest Mike Grimm as the quartet discuss their favorite movies and TV show that saved 2016 from being an utter poopshow! DOWNLOAD RSS | iTunes | Google Play | Zune ... Read more
Laser Time – Bonus Time Best of Bonanza!
December 26, 2016 15:39 - 204 BytesRandom nosebleeds, comical tales of construction gone wrong, outdoor pooing techniques, and a Jumper: Griffin’s Story preview are amongst the previously Patreon-exclusive clips we’ve collected and curated. Featuring 33% new content! DOWNLOAD RSS | iTunes | Google Play | Zune |... Read more
Laser Time – Rogue One Reactions and Star Wars Stopgaps
December 19, 2016 18:33 - 204 BytesWe’ve got an epic-length Rogue One discussion, but before we get into the new movie, we have a RO SPOILER FREE discussion of previous attempts LucasFilm made to add Star Wars media without making a sequel! DOWNLOAD RSS | iTunes ... Read more
Laser Time – The Naughtiest Christmas Songs
December 12, 2016 07:43 - 204 BytesSuck, lick, and stroke a new set of filthy holiday tunes just in time for Christmas! Better keep your headphones plugged in for this one… DOWNLOAD RSS | iTunes | Google Play | Zune | Facebook | Twitter | YouTube |... Read more
Laser Time – Modern Christmas Masterpieces
December 05, 2016 09:02 - 204 BytesFrom our current-day Christmas traditions to new shows and movies that stand up to the classics, we’re celebrating newer media that makes us warm and fuzzy. Also, we predict the final celebs who will die in 2016. Have fun! DOWNLOAD... Read more
Laser Time – HATE Songs!
November 28, 2016 08:01 - 204 BytesNo more Mr. Nice Podcasters! This time, we’re doing away with guilty pleasures and running through songs that make our blood boil from pop punk to cheesy rap to butt rock. Join in and embrace the anger! DOWNLOAD RSS | ... Read more
Laser Time – The Best of Bonus Time
November 21, 2016 13:57 - 204 BytesFrom the Yelper’s Special to slipping in bird poop in Reno, we discuss (and replay) some of the best bits of Laser Time’s Patreon-exclusive podcast. Featuring 25% new content! DOWNLOAD RSS | iTunes | Google Play | Zune | Facebook |... Read more
Laser Time – The Ultimate Late 90s Playlist
November 14, 2016 09:11 - 204 BytesWe have a semi-charmed kinda life with Jimmy Ray in a Miami gangtsa’s paradise as we listen to (and make fun of) the biggest hits of the late 90s, with special guest Greg Moore! DOWNLOAD RSS | iTunes | Google... Read more
Laser Time – The Best (and Strangest) Wizards
November 07, 2016 18:51 - 204 BytesWe discuss the most famous (and weirdest) mages, wizards, warlocks, and other assorted magic-wielders before moving onto an in-depth discussion of Marvel’s Doctor Strange movie! DOWNLOAD RSS | iTunes | Google Play | Zune | Facebook | Twitter | YouTube |... Read more
Laser Time – Fictional Presidents
October 31, 2016 06:29 - 204 BytesWe put politics aside (mostly) to discuss the most memorable American Presidents in movies, TV, and games! Hail to these Chiefs! DOWNLOAD RSS | iTunes | Google Play | Zune | Facebook | Twitter | YouTube | Twitch This show is... Read more
Laser Time – Horror Comedies
October 24, 2016 07:39 - 204 BytesWhy settle for just scaring viewers when you can make them chuckle, too? From Young Frankenstein to Ash vs. Evil Dead, we’re discussing the best in horror comedy! DOWNLOAD RSS | iTunes | Google Play | Zune | Facebook | Twitter ... Read more
Laser Time – Horror By The Numbers
October 17, 2016 11:27 - 204 BytesWho has the most kills in a horror franchise? What’s the most profitable horror movie? What was the FIRST horror movie? We break down the stats and have spooky fun along the way! DOWNLOAD RSS | iTunes | Google Play |... Read more
Laser Time – The Most Confusing Timelines Explained!
October 10, 2016 07:02 - 207 BytesAfter we whet your timeline appetite with comic and sci-fi in the last episode, we discuss the weirdly obtuse Fast and Furious timeline alongside some of gaming’s toughest time quandaries. DOWNLOAD RSS | iTunes | Google Play | Zune | Facebook ... Read more
Laser Time – Insane Comic & Sci-Fi Timelines
October 03, 2016 07:13 - 204 BytesWhy tell stories in order? We begin our foray into crazy fictional timelines by dissecting the insane timelines for franchises like X-Men, Planet of the Apes, James Bond, and more! DOWNLOAD RSS | iTunes | Google Play | Zune | Facebook ... Read more
Laser Time – Craziest Crossovers Ever
September 26, 2016 21:38 - 204 BytesYeah, superheroes meeting is great, but what about the weirdness of Mickey Mouse amongst alcoholics and Hank Hill selling propane to a cosmic comic character? We discuss the craziest crossovers ever and quiz a Lego Dimensions developer on the game’s... Read more
Laser Time – Live-Action Movies Turned Cartoons Of The 90s, 2000s, & Today
September 19, 2016 16:18 - 204 BytesOur journey through the history of live-action movies-turned toons continues with the adaptations of the 90s, 2000s, all the way up to today! DOWNLOAD RSS | iTunes | Google Play | Zune | Facebook | Twitter | YouTube | Twitch This... Read more
Laser Time – Live-Action Movies Turned Cartoons Of the 80s
September 12, 2016 17:37 - 204 BytesWe jump back to the glory days of 1980s Saturday morning cartoons, when hit movies would be adapted into toons… usually a few years too late. DOWNLOAD RSS | iTunes | Google Play | Zune | Facebook | Twitter | YouTube ... Read more