Pondering Nerdcast

Heartstrings and Hiatus: Frieren Takes a Break Amidst Fan Fervor!

May 13, 2024 04:00 - 3 minutes - 3.07 MB

Get ready for a whirlwind of news updates in the anime world! From manga bestseller rankings to upcoming anime premieres, classic film restorations, and the launch of a new arc in a beloved series, this script is packed with excitement and anticipation. Show Notes Jujutsu Kaisen, Berserk Deluxe, Spy x Family Manga Rank on NYT May Bestseller List - https://bit.ly/4dDMWuk Frieren: Beyond Journey's End Manga Goes on Another Hiatus - https://bit.ly/4dvRkLX Anime Expo Hosts World Pre...

Tech Tales: Training Data Quests, Disney's Stuntronics, High Podcasting Standards, and A Physics Rebellion!

May 02, 2024 10:00 - 3 minutes - 5.31 MB

In this episode of PNC Tech Beat, we cover lots of news about OpenAI's quest for more training data, Disney's gravity-defying Stuntronics, podcasting standards evolution, and a revolutionary rocket propulsion system. Strap in for a whirlwind of innovation and excitement! (00:02) - Intro (00:21) - OpenAI and Friends Cut Corners To Gobble Up Training Data. (00:58) - Disney Stuntronics. (01:26) - More Transcription Standards, Please? (02:14) - Off We Go With SciEngineer Charles Bu...

A Look at Bridgerton, Star Trek, Peacemaker, WGA Awards, and Paris Olympics

April 25, 2024 10:00 - 5 minutes - 7.46 MB

We delve into the latest buzz in entertainment and culture. From the renewed allure of "Bridgerton" on Netflix to Star Trek: Strange New Worlds alongside Star Trek: Lower Decks, to the anticipated return of John Cena in DC’s "Peacemaker" for Season 2. We also take a look at the WGA Awards and we get ready for the thrilling Olympics set in Paris. Tune in for a jam-packed discussion on all things entertainment on this episode of T.V. & Film Beat! Topics: Bridgerton Blossoms Again ...

Pokémon Perils: Real-Life Team Rocket Strikes Kyoto

April 20, 2024 09:00 - 3 minutes - 3.08 MB

Welcome to PNC Anime Beat! Today, Netflix's "One Piece" adaptation wins big, while Kyoto police tackle a real-life Pokémon scandal. Comedy Central greenlights a nostalgic "Golden Axe" series, and Crunchyroll unveils English dubs for upcoming shows. Sadly, we also bid farewell to legendary voice actor Yasuo Muramatsu. Stay passionate, anime fans! See you next time! Show Notes Live-Action One Piece Series Wins at 2024 Writers Guild Awards - https://bit.ly/449U39C Japanese Man Arres...

Ultraman Unleashed: A Spectacular Summer of Sci-Fi!

April 13, 2024 09:00 - 3 minutes - 3.05 MB

Dive into the latest anime buzz with "PNC Anime Beat"! Mobile Fighter G Gundam celebrates its 30th anniversary with exciting teasers, while Studio Ghibli's "The Boy and the Heron" soars at the Chinese box office. Sequels abound with "Shaman King Flowers" and "Ultraman Arc" hitting screens soon. And "Code Geass: Rozé of the Recapture" promises intense action in May. Stay tuned for more anime excitement! Show Notes New Character Teased for G Gundam Anime's 30th Anniversary - https:/...

Hollywood's Hot Goss: From Ballerinas to Board Games

April 11, 2024 10:00 - 4 minutes - 6.24 MB

Show Host - Cortrice Jones Summary - Get set for "Ballerina," a John Wick spinoff starring Ana de Armas. Then, hold onto your seats for "Joker: Folie à Deux" with Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga. Plus, "Five Nights at Freddy’s 2" is set to terrify, while Freddie Highmore brings laughs with a dark spoof. And don't miss Margot Robbie's "Monopoly" project—nostalgia meets excitement! Tune in for the scoop and stay Hollywood-savvy! Show Notes Ana de Armas' Ballerina meets Keanu Reeves' J...

Tech Tales: Innovations Unveiled From Exoskeletons, Digital Thieves, AI Justice, and Immersive Audio Makers

April 09, 2024 09:00 - 3 minutes - 5.34 MB

In this episode of PNC Tech Beat, we cover lots of news about stepping into the future with Skeletonics, the yearly Maker Fair gathering, the cost of online vulnerability, transforming legal defense with AI, and the NTT Sonority headphones unveiled at CES 2024. Topics: Skeletonics Exoskeleton Suit. Maker Faire, Where Ideas Become Reality. Like Anthony O’Neal, You’d Better Guard Your Online Presence. Can JusticeText Inspire Other Tech Leaders to Innovate on Justice Improvement ...

Screen Buzz: From Film Festivals to Superheroes

April 05, 2024 22:05 - 4 minutes - 6.54 MB

Join host Cortrice in this packed episode of TV & Film Beat, where we explore the 31st New York African Film Festival's diverse lineup, the expanding Matrix universe, Craig Gillespie's take on "Supergirl," Lady Gaga's Harley Quinn in "Joker: Folie à Deux," and the return of Jon Bernthal as The Punisher in "Daredevil: Born Again." Dive into the world of cinema and television with us! (00:03) - Intro (00:25) - New York African Film Festival (01:24) - New ‘Matrix’ Movie With Drew Go...

Screen Buzz: From Storms to Dragons

April 03, 2024 01:45 - 5 minutes - 5.11 MB

Dive into the latest in entertainment news with updates on X-Men 97, the intense drama in House of the Dragon, Euphoria's filming pause, successful box office hits like Kung Fu Panda 4 and Dune Part 2, along with exciting rumors about the next James Bond actor. Get ready for a rollercoaster ride through the world of TV and film! Show Notes No one does Storm quite like the animated X-Men - https://bit.ly/49kkwSM Greens vs. Blacks: House of the Dragon showrunner breaks down secrets...

Shirley Chisholm's Legacy and Ghostbusters Comeback

April 03, 2024 01:42 - 4 minutes - 4.16 MB

Get the latest scoop on Regina King's portrayal of Shirley Chisholm, the success of Ghostbusters Frozen Empire at the box office, Drake Bell's revelations about kids' TV, the thrilling Penguin series trailer, and the return of Beetlejuice with Michael Keaton! Show Notes Unbossed! Regina King & John Ridley Honor Shirley Chisholm’s Life & Legacy, Talk Netflix Movie On ElectionLine Podcast - https://bit.ly/4ajm1BN ‘Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire’ Propels Franchise Past $1B As Sequel Op...

Tech Tales: Deepfakes, Drones, and DoorDashery

April 02, 2024 09:00 - 4 minutes - 5.96 MB

Tech Tales: Deepfakes, Drones, and DoorDashery Description: In this episode of PNC Tech Beat, we cover lots of news about NASA and ESA, Wendy’s, Wing, and DoorDash, Fortnite’s gifts from Grumpygran1948, Kate Middleton, the end of ACP, and more. (00:00) - Intro (00:19) - RIP Affordable Connectivity Program 2024 (00:48) - Kate family’s deepfake photo rumor (01:41) - Grumpygran1948 (02:15) - Wendy’s DoorDash to Drones (02:46) - We’re Polluting MARS now? (03:44) - Outro Links R...

Kaiju Number. 8: The Anime That's About to Take Over?

March 30, 2024 09:00 - 3 minutes - 3.05 MB

From new English dubs to same-day streams, fans have plenty to look forward to. Don't miss the "Terraformars" manga comeback and the "Future Saga" DLC for Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2. So, grab your popcorn and get ready for some serious anime action! Show Notes HIDIVE Reveals English Dubs for Helck, The Most Heretical Lost Boss Queen, More - https://bit.ly/3IYSmBS Crunchyroll to Stream Kaiju No. 8 Anime Subbed Simultaneously With Japanese Broadcast, Same-Day Dub (Updated) - https://b...

Tech Tales: Privacy Battles, Techno Heritage, and Renewable Energy

March 26, 2024 10:00 - 4 minutes - 6.59 MB

In this episode of PNC Tech Beat, we cover lots of news about wood chips, flood waters, and more. Are we an Avatar The Last Airbender podcast? No, that’s Anime Beat territory. (00:00) - Intro (00:19) - MindGeek to Aylo (00:58) - Graphite from Wood Chips (01:25) - UNESCO <3 Berlin Techno (01:59) - TikTok US Uncertainty (02:49) - Liverpool, Have Mersey (03:15) - Deep Inside PornHub (04:09) - Outro Links In August 2023, MindGeek rebranded as Aylo so its hedge fund could ca...

From Parasite Gray to Gundam Silver Phantom

March 23, 2024 09:00 - 4 minutes - 3.78 MB

Get ready for the latest in anime news! We cover new TV anime adaptations, South Korean live-action adaptations, final manga volumes, a new VR anime experience, and even exciting news - Beast Stars is returning for a final season! Keep those eyes animated and stay tuned for more updates. Show Notes I'm a Behemoth Light Novels Get TV Anime - https://bit.ly/4a4WMmO Korean Live-Action Parasyte Series' Trailer Highlights Escalating Conflict - https://bit.ly/4ar2yi6 Fate/Grand Order ...

Anime Avenue: Ghibli's Triumph and Crunchyroll's Lineup

March 16, 2024 09:00 - 3 minutes - 3.15 MB

In this edition of PNC Anime Beat, we've got exciting updates from the anime world! Godzilla won an Oscar, Studio Ghibli's latest film is coming soon, Crunchyroll's spring lineup is full of surprises, Toonami is paying tribute to Akira Toriyama, and Miles Atherton is joining Anime Trending's board of directors. Get ready for an adventure into the world of anime! Show Notes Godzilla Minus One Film Wins Oscar for Best Visual Effects - https://bit.ly/3wX6fOg The Boy and the Heron Fi...

Echoes of Anime: A Legacy Remembered

March 09, 2024 10:00 - 3 minutes - 3.21 MB

In this episode of PNC - Anime Beat, sad news as Akira Toriyama and TARAKO have passed away. But, let's celebrate their legacies. "Hunter x Hunter Nen x Impact" is releasing, and "Jujutsu Kaisen" Season 2 swept the Crunchyroll Anime Awards with 11 wins! Stay animated, folks! Show Notes Dragon Ball Creator Akira Toriyama Dies at 68 - https://bit.ly/48LQUgL Chibi Maruko-chan Anime's Lead Voice Actress TARAKO Dies at 63 - https://bit.ly/3wOP9lK Godzilla Minus One, The Boy and the H...

Tech Tales: Sunny Transit, Innovations, Investments, and Health Security

March 04, 2024 10:00 - 3 minutes - 4.7 MB

Tech Tales: Sunny Transit, Innovations, Investments, and Health Security In this episode of PNC Tech Beat, we cover interesting technological news occurrences, including sunny transit, Chinese electric vehicle potential, OpenAI’s amazing valuation, analyzing “Liquid Gold” for our health, and hacked genetic (biiiig) data sources. All this and more on this episode of PNC Tech Beat. Chapters 00:00 Intro 00:21 Sun-Powered Transit! Sono Motors' Solar Innovations 00:58 BYD’s Yangwan...

Crunchyroll's Price News & Duel Masters Anime Hype!

March 02, 2024 10:00 - 3 minutes - 3.22 MB

In this week's PNC - Anime Beat, Lance John addresses Crunchyroll subscription rumors, clarifying no price hike for now. Duel Masters LOST manga is evolving into a TV anime; Tokyo Revengers Last Mission game delayed to 2024. Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 launches on May 24 for PS5 and Xbox Series XS. Netflix unveils "Ultraman: Rising," a CG animated film coming on June 14. Lance John signs off, promising more anime updates next week. Show Notes Crunchyroll States 'No Announcements About...

Anime Buzz: Award Winners, Farewells, and Streaming Picks

February 24, 2024 10:00 - 3 minutes - 3.03 MB

Welcome to PNC - ANIME BEAT, the segment that brings you the latest buzz from the animated world that never sleeps! From festival winners to manga conclusions and streaming picks, we've covered everything for you. We'll highlight the award winners and pay tribute to the greats we've lost. So, buckle up and join us for an exciting journey through the anime universe. Don't forget to keep those spirits high and stay animated! Show Notes Niigata Int'l Animation Film Festival Honors Ka...

Tech Tales: Grocery Carts, Police Robots, and Digital Repatriation

February 22, 2024 10:00 - 3 minutes - 2.81 MB

In this episode of PNC Tech Beat, we cover interesting technological news occurrences, including an AI-powered shopping cart at ShopRite, robots in the New York City subways, digital repatriation of stolen art, the US Navy's marine mammal program, and the formation of Alphabet Trade Union and Grindr Workers United. Show Notes - Sources Story One https://bit.ly/49FXSVm https://bit.ly/3T38ok1 Story Two https://nyti.ms/3SNJK5B https://7ny.tv/3SRcr1o https://nyti.ms/4bJonLw Sto...