SNEST 9: Just in Time

This just in: SNEST 7 has been charged attempting to consume SNEST 9. SNEST 8 is currently going under therapy for viewing the attempted savagery. Please enjoy SNEST 9 for the time being.

Trigger Warning: Instance of mental disability slur. After the recording, the speaker apologized for his statement, and we at the Squirrel's nest would like to apologize for the utterance. Thank you.



You have ONE DAY for this podcast's intro segment to be relevant, so act now! The Constellation awards are coming up, and you can nominate many things. Check out the first few minutes of this episode, or the link below for more information!

This Week in the Nest: Geoff, Mike, Nicolas, Sultan, Marlyn, Junaid, Brandon (sort of)

Topics:

Cartoons for the ages: A discussion on the integrity of animated series aimed at children. My Little Pony, Animaniacs, and what's this? Thundercats again? Not for that long, don't worry.

SOPA/PIPA: We discuss some of the fallout of the SOPA/PIPA debate, with focus on how the government handled the situation; as well as looking a bit deeper into the "people from the internet" who got themselves involved.

Links:

http://constellations.tcon.ca/nom.shtml (you have ONE DAY, go now! And be sure to read the rules and guidelines.)

SNEST 6: The Promised Family Channel segment.

The last numbered entry for a while. More to come though, look forward to them maybe!



In the nest this week: Geoff, Mike, Nicolas, Junaid, Jocelyn (sorry if I'm missing anyone, let me know!)

Topics:

Family Channel cartoons: (Junaid, Nicolas, Jocelyn) A certain huge animation company has some popular animated series which air on Canada's Family Channel; and one certain one has gained a huge fan following. While other series are mentioned, listen in to find out if Phineus and Ferb can really do it all.

Do you take this algorithm?: (Mike, Geoff, Jocelyn) What are the implications of marrying a DS game character? And how does this reflect on Japanese marriage laws and customs? Some of this may be discussed in this segment!

(Links to be added)

Episode 5: The Digimon Emancipation Episode

(Episode title suggested by wolfkin from the Yama forums)

Welcome to Episode 5, everyone (Finally). From Digimon to the touchy subject of race, costumes and culture. We cover it all baby.

In the nest this week: Junaid, Mike (a different one), Geoff, Omar

Today's topic are:

Digimon: (Junaid, Mike (a different one), Geoff)

"We're a Culture, not a Costume": (Omar, Geoff)

Links:

http://www.cnn.com/2011/10/26/living/halloween-ethnic-costumes/index.html

http://knowyourmeme.com/memes/were-a-culture-not-a-costume

http://www.cnn.com/2011/10/26/living/halloween-ethnic-costumes/index.html

Now we included the whole podcast as well as posting the segments separately so you can go right to the topic that interests you.

But wait, there's more!!!

Now you can download the podcast and put it on the iTunes so you can listen while you do other stuff.


Whole Podcast




First Segment - Introduction



Second Segment - Digimon



Third Segment - "We're A Culture, Not a Costume"



Podcast download link: http://www.megaupload.com/?d=4FI1EXI4

Footnote Episode 1

A new addition to the Squirrel's Nest known as the footnote where we rant about certain topics.

For this episode we rant about the Star Fox series.

Don't forget to comment

Episode 4: In Brightest Day, In Darkest Basement

Welcome to Episode 4 of the Squirrel's Nest, where we bust out the green disco lights and get our snarf on

In the nest this week: Mike, Geoff and special guests Issac Mills and Jordon

Today's topic are:

Green Lantern: (Mike, Geoff and Issac Mills)

Thundercats: (Geoff with Jordon Mills)


As well as an addition to this episode because sometimes we forget to discuss things



(special "thanks" to Simon for providing the classic Snarf voice in our opening "sketch" -Geoff)

Episode 3: Mike Hates Internet Culture Electric Boogaloo

Episode 3 of the Squirrel's Nest (SNEST), where things gets serious.

Trigger Warning: Please be advised that he second segment of this episode contains sensitive subject matter relating to topics of sexual assault and abuse.

In the nest this week: Geoff, Mike, Candice

Today's topic are:

Is Internet Culture Detrimental to Society Part II: (Geoff, Mike)

Debate Two: Does anime culture promote illicit or unsavory sexual behaviour?: (Geoff, Mike, Candice)


Links of note:

http://community.feministing.com/2009/07/2...f-rape-culture/

http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2011-...et-at-anime-con



* Squirrel's Nest would like to acknowledge that some issues discussed are delicate and while all producers and contributors try our best, some comments are spoken without full elaboration and can may/be misinterpreted. If you have any concerns please contact us and we will do our best to address them or open up a discussion.

Episode 2: "Mike Hates Internet Culture, as he Explains on his Podcast"

Welcome to episode 2 of the Squirrel's Nest (SNEST).

In the nest this week are: Geoff, Nicolas, Mike, Bernard

Today's topics are:

DC Comics Reboot: Thoughts and Impressions: (Geoff, Nicolas, Bernard)

Is Internet Culture Detrimental to Society Part I: (Geoff, Mike)


Links of note:

Michele Lee: "A 7 year old girl responds to DC comics sexed up reboot of Starfire"

http://io9.com/5844355/a-7+year+old-girl-responds-to-dc-comics-sexed+up-reboot-of-starfire

Globe and Mail Article "Canada's culture can still make its mark on the Internet"

http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/national/time-to-lead/internet/canadas-culture-can-still-make-its-mark-on-the-internet/article1805317/

New York Times Article "How Dangerous Is the Internet for Children?"

http://pogue.blogs.nytimes.com/2008/02/28/assessing-the-dangers-of-the-internet-for-children/

TOPIA Canadian Journal of Cultural Studies: Number 11, Spring 2004 "Technology and Culture"

http://pi.library.yorku.ca/ojs/index.php/topia/issue/view/211


* Squirrel's Nest would like to acknowledge that some issues discussed are delicate and while all producers and contributors try our best, some comments are spoken without full elaboration and can may/be misinterpreted. If you have any concerns please contact us and we will do our best to address them or open up a discussion.