Sword Club
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A BAD BLIZZARD: Our hosts take a quick look at the controversy (and lawsuits!) that came out of an investigation led by the state of California into the toxic and dangerous company culture of Activision Blizzard.
I HAVE THE POWER: Having watched the first five episodes released for Netflix’s Masters of the Universe: Revelation, Andrew and D. Bethel look at this playful and creative reimagining of the classic ’80s toy commercial, er I mean, cartoon series.
RELEVANT EPISODES:
- “All-New, All-Same” (29 June 2018): Where Andrew and D. Bethel discuss the angry internet’s attempt to “destroy” Lucasfilm following the release of The Last Jedi and Solo: A Star Wars Story.
- “Empty Justice” (01 March 2019): Where our hosts talk about internet trolls trying to review bomb Captain Marvel ahead of its release.
RELEVANT LINKS:
- Allsup, Maeve. “Activision Blizzard Sued Over ‘Frat Boy’ Culture, Harassment.” Bloomberg Law, Bureau of National Affairs, 21 July 2021.
- Final Fantasy VI by Sebastian Deken, published by Boss Fight Books
- D. Bethel at the Hobby Quest Grand Opening from 12-4pm on August 1.
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FEATURED MUSIC:
- “Disco Medusae” by Kevin McLeod
- “District Four” by Kevin McLeod
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