https://feeds.blubrry.com/feeds/catlikereflexes.xml https://anchor.fm/catlikereflexes https://anchor.fm/catlikereflexes Issues related to movies, video games, comics and other geeky passions. episodic Catlike Reflexes hosted by Catlike Reflexes Catlike Reflexes Issues related to movies, video games, comics and other geeky passions. en-us Copyright 2021 Catlike Reflexes podcast@blubrry.com (Blubrry Podcasting) Catlike Reflexes podcast@blubrry.com https://anchor.fm/catlikereflexes https://assets.blubrry.com/coverart/orig/31289-1603606633.jpg Issues related to movies, video games, comics and other geeky passions. Blubrry Podcasting: https://www.blubrry.com/ yes http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Sun, 22 May 2016 01:01:04 -0400 Sun, 22 May 2016 01:01:04 -0400 http://catlikereflexes.com/2016/05/catching-up-catlike-reflexes-39/ http://www.blubrry.com/catlikereflexes/13727575/catching-up-catlike-reflexes-39/ Catlike Reflexes Sun, 22 May 2016 01:01:04 -0400 0:46:12 no Catlike Reflexes We’re back! (Again) After another short hiatus, the PodCats are back and they’re comin’ atchya!  In today’s episode, we talk about where we’ve been, what we’ve been up to, what games we’ve been playing and at one point Nahanni has a pizza delivered on ... We’re back! (Again) After another short hiatus, the PodCats are back and they’re comin’ atchya!  In today’s episode, we talk about where we’ve been, what we’ve been up to, what games we’ve been playing and at one point Nahanni has a pizza delivered on the air. And we got a new theme song! Podcats:  Brendan,… http://catlikereflexes.com/2016/01/video-game-movies-catlike-reflexes-38/ http://www.blubrry.com/catlikereflexes/10532275/video-game-movies-catlike-reflexes-38/ Catlike Reflexes Mon, 25 Jan 2016 20:01:54 -0500 0:41:54 no Catlike Reflexes There are countless video games based on movies.  Some are good, some are bad.  But when the adaptation goes the other way, things don’t usually go so well. On today’s episode, Nahanni, Brendan and Bryan discuss movie adaptations of popular (and not so... There are countless video games based on movies.  Some are good, some are bad.  But when the adaptation goes the other way, things don’t usually go so well. On today’s episode, Nahanni, Brendan and Bryan discuss movie adaptations of popular (and not so popular) video games. PodCats:  Nahanni Born, Brendan Main, Bryan Piitz. Music: Move… http://catlikereflexes.com/2016/01/multiplayer-memories-catlike-reflexes-37/ http://www.blubrry.com/catlikereflexes/10532274/multiplayer-memories-catlike-reflexes-37/ Catlike Reflexes Sat, 16 Jan 2016 23:47:01 -0500 0:40:04 no Catlike Reflexes In this episode, Nahanni, Brendan and Bryan reminisce some of their past multiplayer video game experiences (and a few non-video game ones).  Re-live the Thrill of Victory and the Agony of Defeat. PodCats: Nahanni Born, Brendan Main, In this episode, Nahanni, Brendan and Bryan reminisce some of their past multiplayer video game experiences (and a few non-video game ones).  Re-live the Thrill of Victory and the Agony of Defeat. PodCats: Nahanni Born, Brendan Main, Bryan Piitz Music: Laboratory 24 by The Eighth. http://catlikereflexes.com/2016/01/westerns-catlike-reflexes-36/ http://www.blubrry.com/catlikereflexes/10532273/westerns-catlike-reflexes-36/ Catlike Reflexes Sun, 10 Jan 2016 00:01:07 -0500 0:46:03 no Catlike Reflexes The Hateful Eight and The Ridiculous 6 notwithstanding, the Western genre of film has largely fallen out of fashion with today’s moviegoers.  But not for Brendan and Bryan who feel that some of the best films of all time wore spurs and a stetson. The Hateful Eight and The Ridiculous 6 notwithstanding, the Western genre of film has largely fallen out of fashion with today’s moviegoers.  But not for Brendan and Bryan who feel that some of the best films of all time wore spurs and a stetson. In this episode, the PodCats discuss their love of Western movies.… http://catlikereflexes.com/2016/01/kid-stuff-catlike-reflexes-35/ http://www.blubrry.com/catlikereflexes/3049383/kid-stuff-catlike-reflexes-35/ Catlike Reflexes Mon, 04 Jan 2016 14:27:32 -0500 0:56:42 no Catlike Reflexes In this episode, Brendan and Bryan discuss the various movies and TV shows that their respective four year-old daughters watch. PodCats: Brendan Main, Bryan Piitz. Music: Possibilities by Jasmine Jordan. In this episode, Brendan and Bryan discuss the various movies and TV shows that their respective four year-old daughters watch. PodCats: Brendan Main, Bryan Piitz. Music: Possibilities by Jasmine Jordan. http://catlikereflexes.com/2015/12/stream-machine-catlike-reflexes-34/ http://www.blubrry.com/catlikereflexes/3037268/stream-machine-catlike-reflexes-34/ Catlike Reflexes Sun, 27 Dec 2015 00:01:09 -0500 0:50:05 no Catlike Reflexes There was a time when obtaining a movie to watch was simple.  You went to a video rental store and spent 90 minutes picking out just the right VHS or DVD.  With today’s streaming services like Netfllix, Crackle and Amazon On Demand, There was a time when obtaining a movie to watch was simple.  You went to a video rental store and spent 90 minutes picking out just the right VHS or DVD.  With today’s streaming services like Netfllix, Crackle and Amazon On Demand, the legwork has been done for us…or has it. In this episode, the… http://catlikereflexes.com/2015/12/nerd-christmas-catlike-reflexes-33/ http://www.blubrry.com/catlikereflexes/3024850/nerd-christmas-catlike-reflexes-33/ Catlike Reflexes Sun, 20 Dec 2015 00:11:49 -0500 0:35:11 no Catlike Reflexes In many ways, Christmas was made for nerds.  It has an epic origin story, flashing lights, and its greatest hero is a fat guy with a beard who eats a lot of cookies. In this episode, the PodCats discuss Nerd Christmas and the effects of some of Santa’s... In many ways, Christmas was made for nerds.  It has an epic origin story, flashing lights, and its greatest hero is a fat guy with a beard who eats a lot of cookies. In this episode, the PodCats discuss Nerd Christmas and the effects of some of Santa’s geekiest gifts on their young, impressionable minds.… http://catlikereflexes.com/2015/12/christmas-movies-catlike-reflexes-32/ http://www.blubrry.com/catlikereflexes/3007121/christmas-movies-catlike-reflexes-32/ Catlike Reflexes Sun, 13 Dec 2015 00:01:32 -0500 0:40:14 no Catlike Reflexes WE’RE BACK! After months away due to sickness (then laziness), The PodCats are back at it.  Thank you for your patience. We return just in time for the holiday season, so on today’s episode we talk about Christmas movies, love them or hate them. WE’RE BACK! After months away due to sickness (then laziness), The PodCats are back at it.  Thank you for your patience. We return just in time for the holiday season, so on today’s episode we talk about Christmas movies, love them or hate them. PodCats: Brendan Main, Gillian Ross. Host: Bryan Piitz Music: Powerful Guitar… http://catlikereflexes.com/2015/08/jersey-boy-an-interview-with-joe-beausoleil-catlike-reflexes-31/ http://www.blubrry.com/catlikereflexes/2859583/jersey-boy-an-interview-with-joe-beausoleil-catlike-reflexes-31/ Catlike Reflexes Mon, 10 Aug 2015 20:41:44 -0400 0:48:12 no Catlike Reflexes This week, we’ve got  something a little different for you. Today, Bryan interviews his long-time friend and owner of Flooded Studios, Joe Beausoliel about designing jerseys for Dave Matthews Band, and about the value of following your artistic dreams. This week, we’ve got  something a little different for you. Today, Bryan interviews his long-time friend and owner of Flooded Studios, Joe Beausoliel about designing jerseys for Dave Matthews Band, and about the value of following your artistic dreams. Host: Bryan Piitz Guest: Joe Beausoleil Music: Superstandin by Podington Bear. http://catlikereflexes.com/2015/08/free-crap-catlike-reflexes-30/ http://www.blubrry.com/catlikereflexes/2859582/free-crap-catlike-reflexes-30/ Catlike Reflexes Fri, 07 Aug 2015 18:01:58 -0400 0:39:28 no Catlike Reflexes In this episode, the PodCats discuss promotional giveaways, such as from fast-food restaurants to Comic Cons.  As always, some are better than others. PodCats: Derek Howard Host: Bryan Piitz Music: sexdrugsandrockandroll by The Easton Ellises. In this episode, the PodCats discuss promotional giveaways, such as from fast-food restaurants to Comic Cons.  As always, some are better than others. PodCats: Derek Howard Host: Bryan Piitz Music: sexdrugsandrockandroll by The Easton Ellises. https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded_nologo/10143917/10143917-1603594197580-4b272c931ec9b.jpg http://catlikereflexes.com/2015/07/speed-runs-and-charity-marathons-catlike-reflexes-29/ http://www.blubrry.com/catlikereflexes/2791166/speed-runs-and-charity-marathons-catlike-reflexes-29/ Catlike Reflexes Sun, 26 Jul 2015 22:04:38 -0400 0:34:33 no Catlike Reflexes In this episode, Derek and Bryan discuss video game speed runs and online charity marathons like Games Done Quick and Desert Bus. PodCats: Derek Howard Host: Bryan Piitz Music: A Thousand and Five by Warped. In this episode, Derek and Bryan discuss video game speed runs and online charity marathons like Games Done Quick and Desert Bus. PodCats: Derek Howard Host: Bryan Piitz Music: A Thousand and Five by Warped. http://catlikereflexes.com/2015/07/nauseating-experiences-catlike-reflexes-28/ http://www.blubrry.com/catlikereflexes/2780893/nauseating-experiences-catlike-reflexes-28/ Catlike Reflexes Sun, 19 Jul 2015 09:04:23 -0400 0:38:12 no Catlike Reflexes Is it the spicy pizza?  The flu?  Why is it so hot in here?  At first you think it's just your imagination, but then you slowly realize to your horror... It's the game. Many people find certain games and movies difficult to experience, Is it the spicy pizza?  The flu?  Why is it so hot in here?  At first you think it's just your imagination, but then you slowly realize to your horror... It's the game. Many people find certain games and movies difficult to experience, be it because of shaky cameras, left-handedness, or their inability to reconcile the Uncanny Valley of Kevin Spacey's face in CoD. In this week's episode, the PodCats discuss some of their own experiences with these phenomena, and offer a tip or two to the those in need. PodCats: Nahanni Born, Derek Howard, Juanita Wootton-Radko Host: Bryan Piitz Music: king kong by Phon'éthique. http://catlikereflexes.com/2015/07/web-comic-rundown-catlike-reflexes-27/ http://www.blubrry.com/catlikereflexes/2780892/web-comic-rundown-catlike-reflexes-27/ Catlike Reflexes Sun, 12 Jul 2015 09:00:20 -0400 0:39:32 no Catlike Reflexes On today's episode, the PodCats discuss some of their favourite web comics (and a few non-web comics).  But first, an lengthy report on a trip to the sewage treatment plant! PodCats: Nahanni Born, Derek Howard, Juanita Wootton-Radko Host: Bryan Piitz On today's episode, the PodCats discuss some of their favourite web comics (and a few non-web comics).  But first, an lengthy report on a trip to the sewage treatment plant! PodCats: Nahanni Born, Derek Howard, Juanita Wootton-Radko Host: Bryan Piitz Music: Binary Jump by wRadion. http://catlikereflexes.com/2015/07/general-lee-speaking-catlike-reflexes-26/ http://www.blubrry.com/catlikereflexes/2780891/general-lee-speaking-catlike-reflexes-26/ Catlike Reflexes Mon, 06 Jul 2015 00:21:45 -0400 0:34:29 no Catlike Reflexes Today's episode finds Bryan all by himself engaged in a rambling, self-righteous stream-of-consciousness regarding the Confederate battle flag on the roof of the Dukes of Hazzard's General Lee.  Also, MUSIC. Host and only guest: Bryan Piitz. Music: Today's episode finds Bryan all by himself engaged in a rambling, self-righteous stream-of-consciousness regarding the Confederate battle flag on the roof of the Dukes of Hazzard's General Lee.  Also, MUSIC. Host and only guest: Bryan Piitz. Music: Mutantninjadiscoking by K4MMERER Hurricane by Colaars Smalls (feat. Cory Feigen) by Steady Hussle (P.S.  Here's the original "Cat-like Reflexes" video I talk about in the show.  - B.) http://catlikereflexes.com/2015/06/weve-got-64-problems-but-a-bit-aint-one-catlike-reflexes-25/ http://www.blubrry.com/catlikereflexes/2780890/weve-got-64-problems-but-a-bit-aint-one-catlike-reflexes-25/ Catlike Reflexes Sun, 28 Jun 2015 16:39:07 -0400 0:38:01 no Catlike Reflexes On this episode, the PodCats discuss their first love: The Commodore 64 computer system. PodCats:  Derek Howard, Jay Radko. Host: Bryan Piitz Music: 8-Bit Party by Ozzed. On this episode, the PodCats discuss their first love: The Commodore 64 computer system. PodCats:  Derek Howard, Jay Radko. Host: Bryan Piitz Music: 8-Bit Party by Ozzed. http://catlikereflexes.com/2015/06/death-of-beloved-characters-catlike-reflexes-24/ http://www.blubrry.com/catlikereflexes/2780889/death-of-beloved-characters-catlike-reflexes-24/ Catlike Reflexes Sun, 21 Jun 2015 09:00:20 -0400 0:41:04 no Catlike Reflexes As writers develop characters, those characters can sometimes become very dear to devoted fans.  Sometimes those characters have to die, either for emotional weight or contract negotiations. On today's episode, As writers develop characters, those characters can sometimes become very dear to devoted fans.  Sometimes those characters have to die, either for emotional weight or contract negotiations. On today's episode, the PodCats discuss some notable character deaths and some that effected them personally. PodCats: Derek Howard, Brendan Main Host: Bryan Piitz Music: Between the Cradle and the Grave by Heifervescent. http://catlikereflexes.com/2015/06/cosplay-conventions-catlike-reflexes-23/ http://www.blubrry.com/catlikereflexes/2780888/cosplay-conventions-catlike-reflexes-23/ Catlike Reflexes Wed, 17 Jun 2015 21:07:19 -0400 0:35:05 no Catlike Reflexes In last week's podcast, Bryan gave us all his impressions of Niagara Falls Comic Con 2015.  He also had a few choice words for certain cosplayers.  PodCat Derek has a rebuttal to those comments in this episode where we also discuss cosplay etiquette an... In last week's podcast, Bryan gave us all his impressions of Niagara Falls Comic Con 2015.  He also had a few choice words for certain cosplayers.  PodCat Derek has a rebuttal to those comments in this episode where we also discuss cosplay etiquette and what it means to be Power Girl. Host: Bryan Piitz PodCat: Derek Howard Music: Get Your Kicks on Future 86 by Blue Wave Theory. http://catlikereflexes.com/2015/06/niagara-falls-comic-con-2015-catlike-reflexes-22/ http://www.blubrry.com/catlikereflexes/2721325/niagara-falls-comic-con-2015-catlike-reflexes-22/ Catlike Reflexes Sun, 07 Jun 2015 22:52:38 -0400 0:12:33 no Catlike Reflexes In today's episode, Bryan, the Lone PodCat, speaks about his experiences at Niagara Falls Comic Con 2015.  He also tells you why you should never cosplay as the Joker or Doctor Who. PodCat: Bryan Piitz Music: No Matter How You See It by Fuse. In today's episode, Bryan, the Lone PodCat, speaks about his experiences at Niagara Falls Comic Con 2015.  He also tells you why you should never cosplay as the Joker or Doctor Who. PodCat: Bryan Piitz Music: No Matter How You See It by Fuse. http://catlikereflexes.com/2015/05/growing-up-geek-catlike-reflexes-21/ http://www.blubrry.com/catlikereflexes/2721324/growing-up-geek-catlike-reflexes-21/ Catlike Reflexes Sun, 31 May 2015 15:00:51 -0400 0:35:05 no Catlike Reflexes When did you know that you were a nerd?  Was it a harsh epiphany, or a slow realization?  Growing up on the geek side of things can be awesome or torturous depending on your point of view.  On this episode, When did you know that you were a nerd?  Was it a harsh epiphany, or a slow realization?  Growing up on the geek side of things can be awesome or torturous depending on your point of view.  On this episode, the PodCats discuss what it means to Grow up Geek, or if it even means anything at all. PodCats: Podcats: Nahanni Born, Derek Howard. Host: Bryan Piitz Music: Wish You Were Here by The.madpix.project. http://catlikereflexes.com/2015/05/marry-date-or-dump-catlike-reflexes-20/ http://www.blubrry.com/catlikereflexes/2721323/marry-date-or-dump-catlike-reflexes-20/ Catlike Reflexes Sun, 24 May 2015 15:34:42 -0400 0:33:55 no Catlike Reflexes In this week's episode (our twentieth!) we play a little game of  "Marry, Date or Dump?" The game presents you with three people, and the contestants have to rank them according to the three categories. Example: Captain Picard, Captain Nemo, In this week's episode (our twentieth!) we play a little game of  "Marry, Date or Dump?" The game presents you with three people, and the contestants have to rank them according to the three categories. Example: Captain Picard, Captain Nemo, Cap'n Crunch.  "I would date Captain Picard because he's sexy, date Captain Nemo because he can afford a submarine, and dump Cap'n Crunch because I'm lactose intolerant." Aaaaand, go! PodCats: Podcats: Nahanni Born, Derek Howard. Host: Bryan Piitz Music: Nothing New by Devon Elizabeth.