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.

Episode 1: "There's No Room For Black People In My World"

A new year, a new Squirrel's Nest. Welcome to the highly(?) anticipated first episode also known as SNEST.

In the nest this week are: Geoff, Mike, Richard, Candice and Angela

Today's topics are:

The Crucification of the 3DS (Geoff, Mike, Richard)

Creativity and Copy Rite - Fan fiction and Fan Pairings (Geoff, Mike, Candice, Angela)


Links of note: (to be further updated soon)


Gonintendo End of Day 3DS Circle Pad
http://gonintendo.com/?mode=viewstory&id=161368

Be sure to comment.

SN Classic: Episode 2: The twist was, it was a bad movie

This anticipated controversial(ish) episode up for possibly a limited time. Get your digital copy now! 


Episode 2 topics: Spiderman Movie(s), Batman Movie(s), Yotsuba&!

Featuring: Geoff, Mike, and the YAMA clubroom orchestra.


Please comment! The remaining fall episodes will be revealed over the coming weeks. Get ready for some interesting developments in our winter/spring season as we introduce episodes less than 80 minutes long, more special guests, a possible all girls episode (featuring a possible secret question and Mike controversy) and more 45 minute (at least) Sonic the Hedgehog rants as we near the blue blur's 20th All that and more, this coming season which if the current release schedule is anything to go by, you should be seeing some time in 2012. Bring your Quetzalcoatl t-shirts everyone!