Episode 119 – Techlit

The Michaels look at the overlap between some of our favorite sci-fi technologies, and how many of them already exist today. Michael M. gives us the details of his recent gaming trip to Colonial Williamsburg. We also discover we have gone back to playing the same games… What game are you playing? Show links: Japanese SciFi Glasses Almost Human Bears and Drones Daniel Suarez Books kill decision, etc. Yogi Bear Star trek communicator cell phone Replicator Humans IT Crowd William Hurt Altered States Roomba Light Sabers Hoverboard – Lexus War Games Kit Johnny Cab Fantastic Voyage Carrot Weather History Games … Continue reading

Episode 80 – ExtraLife!

Phaedra and Michael R. Talk about Facebook’s acquisition of Oculus VR, and what it may mean for gaming. We also speculate on what Facebook may do with this new technology, as well as what other players may be in the game worth watching. Michael discusses his experience with the Glyph at MacWorld this year. And while Michael get’s a number wrong, how much has been invested in Oculus already, we correct it in the links below.We then look at Prediction markets and if the wisdom of crowds is actually smarter than the CIA? We end the show with a few … Continue reading