Up a Paddle

Up a Paddle - Episode 107 - $elling Out

Sun, 01 Apr 2012 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode I discuss DLC woes and pandas. Full show notes can be unlocked by buying this dlc unlock key: Click here to purchase the DLC Unlock Key. That key can be used to unlock the full episode found here by right clicking and "Saving As": Download Episode 107.Contact InformationYou can email me at upapaddle@gmail.com or tweet me at http://twitter.com/upapaddle. Promotional Consideration given to:The Starlight Megaphones Ahoy Podcast: http://lusipurr.comAnime Pacific: http://animepacific.blogspot.comEeepers Choice: http://eeeperschoice.com Musical Accompaniment"Till the Money Comes" by Jonathan Coulton"Thanks for listening! Comments

Up a Paddle - Episode 106 - One More Time

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 06:35:00 +0000

In this timely and relevant episode, I go over my New Years resolutions and review Interstella 5555: Story of the Secret Star System. I also talk about censorship, non-announcements and more.News- Internet Blackout Day was a thing- The PS4 isn't a thing (yet)- Bandai doing their own domestic publishing isn't a thing anymore- Funimation and Section 23 are having a thing- Dear God, why is this a thing? Also, here is the going price list for licensing some anime. ReviewInterstella 5555: 5tory of the 5ecret 5tar 5ystem Here are the videos as promised:One more time Digital Love Harder Better Faster Stronger Contact Info You can email me at upapaddle@gmail.com and follow me on twitter at http://twitter.com/upapaddlePromotional consideration given to:Eeepers Choice: http://eeeperschoice.com Animentors: http://themented.comAnime Pacific: http://animepacific.blogspot.com Musical Accompaniment:Stefano Prada - Forever Young (Makrolon Remix) by MakrolonThanks for Listening! Comments

Up a Paddle - Episode 105 - Oh, Smurfberries!

Tue, 01 Nov 2011 03:30:00 +0000

This episode I catch up on the geek news from the past two months and I also review the movie no one was demanding a review for, The Smurfs: In 3D. It's more of an overview, really. NewsSteve Jobs and Dennis Ritchie RIPNintendo 3DS right thumbstick attachment announced. Also announced, a game that will use said thumbstick. The game is scheduled to come out in 2017. Back to the Future, Part II: The Shoes sold on eBay for charity (Parkinson's research). They're all sold out, so if you want some, you'll need a Delorean, which you could then trade for the shoes. Also, apparently the shoes only have a battery live of 4 hours, and not 6 as reported by me. To distract you from my mistake, enjoy this commercial:Arrested Development movie no longer in arrested development. Simpsons voice cast almost make one of my dreams come true. Funimation and NicoNico.com to form Voltron, I mean Funico. Shonen Jump Alpha re-invents the way you read manga. With your eyes.Speaking of eyes, this next picture is for the Smurfettes out there. Please enjoy this picture of me "cosplaying" as the smurf from the 1982 classic Colecovision game, "Smurfs: Rescue In Gargamel's Castle" (picket fence not shown). ReviewSmurfs: The MovieI'm not going to link to the trailer, because if you've listened to my latest episode, you've already been through enough. Instead, enjoy this much less traumatic video with our little blue buddies, the Smurfs:Contact InformationIf you are so inclined, you can email me at upapaddle@gmail.com, follow me at http://twitter.com/upapaddle or go to plus.google.com and add upapaddle to one of your circles. No rhombuses, though. I draw the line at rhombuses.Promotional ConsiderationThe promo played was for Eeepers Choice podcast. Eeeper has been prolific with episode releases lately. Well, compared to some people, me. He's even promised a new episode of the I Heart Sign the 80s podcast. I'm looking forward to that, since I'm from the 80s. I hope it's about the Smurfs. Musical AccompanimentThe song played was Gargamel by Swing Ding AmigosThanks for listening! Comments

Up a Paddle - Episode 104 - Unconventional

Mon, 08 Aug 2011 04:56:00 +0000

This episode I talk about E3, Marvel vs Capcom 3, the Nintendo 3DS and other things that come in threes. I also regale you with tales of my Florida vacation and talk about the Florida Anime Experience. News3DS Price slashed by $80. Now you'll be able to afford all those 3DS games that don't exist and have probably been cancelled. Like Megaman Legends 3. I am looking so foward to not being able to buy that one ever. Ultimate Marvel vs Capcom 3 announced. You should probably hold out for Ulitmate Marvel vs Capcom 3 Arcade Edition Turbo Hyper Fighting + Jazz Hands edition. I still haven't forgiven Marvel for Spider-man 3. Putting Nightcrawler into the game would help to put them back in my good books. ReviewOk, I didn't actually review anything this time. I did talk about my Orlando vacation, and memorable rides from Disney World, Sea World, and Universal Studios. Pretty much everything I missed out on the last time I went (Episode 38 - Don't listen to it). I also talk about going to the Florida Anime Experience, a con that made its debut this year.Here's the clip from the Disneyland 35th Anniversary Special that warped my fragile sensibilities when I was but a lad: Promotional Consideration Given To:The Starlight Megaphones Ahoy Podcast: This is the new home of Jake the Root Beer King, where he talks about everything but RPGs. Be forewarned. If you listen to this podcast for an extended period of time, you will become a writer for Lusipurr.com. The Anime Pacific Experience: This is still the home of Dane and Alex, I think. But they haven't updated their site in over a month. What kind of a jerk does that? Musical Accompaniment:Blisters by Creature Republic Contact InfoEmail: upapaddle@gmail.comTwitter: http://twitter.com/upapaddleGoogle Plus: Search for upapaddle@gmail.com If you like what you heard, or detested it with hate of a thousand suns (suns are bitter, bitter stars), leave me a review on iTunes. I'll return the favor, as only podcasters listen to other podcasters. Thanks for listening! Comments

Up a Paddle - Episode 103 - Potatoes

Sun, 22 May 2011 01:51:00 +0000

This episode I talk about various bits of old news (so exciting) and review (kind of) the Secret of Kells. News Japan Earthquake - Donations are still being accepted by Red Cross Osamu Dezaki has passed away. RIP. Apple iPad 2 released - but it still doesn't taste like apples. Duke Nukem Forever delayed, again - Game devs apparently still chewing their last pieces of gum. Nintendo 3DS released - The third dimension is boring. Now when the Nintendo 5DS is released, then we'll be playing with power. Sony hacked - Again and again. Futurama renewed for two more seasons. So was Venture Bros Sgt Frog Season 3 licensed. So was Revolutionary Girl Utena Odd video The cat with hands. It's disturbing, to say the least. Review The Secret of Kells I'd tell you what the secret is, but then it wouldn't be a secret. Ok, I'll tell you. Hearts, Stars, and Horseshoes, Clovers, and Blue Moons, Pots of Gold, and Rainbows, and me Red Balloons! Contact Information Email: upapaddle@gmail.com Twitter: http://twitter.com/upapaddle Promotional Consideration Eeeper's Choice - I know Eeeper and Oni are taking a podsabattical right now, but for some reason I felt compelled to play their promo. Lather's Blather - Lather has a new site for his blather. Check him out at http://lathersblather.com. Also, check out HRH the Root Beer King at http://lusipurr.com Musical Accompaniment Ordinary Day by Great Big Sea. I suppose it would have been more appropriate to play "End of the World as We Know It" given that the Rapture happpened today, but ah well. Thanks for listening! Comments

Up a Paddle - Episode 103B - Manic Pixie Girls

Fri, 01 Apr 2011 06:56:00 +0000

This week I talk about Duke Nukem Forever delays, 3DS woes, daylight savings times and some more stuff. I also review two children's shows from Japan. Tune in to find out which ones. NewsAll of the stories were taken from here: CNN.com. Do some searching and I'm sure you'll find them all. Go here for all your undergarment needs. Reviews(Parental Supervision is advised - NSFW)Show #1 D-City Rock Show #2 Opening Theme (Connect by ClariS) The same song with a penguin Contact InfoYou can email me at http://upapaddle.com or follow my monthly tweets at http://twitter.com/upapaddlePromotional Consideration given to:The RPG Lamer podcastAnime Pacific Musical AccompanimentThe song played was "Teddy Bear's Picnic" as sung by Beth Burrows. Thanks for listening! Comments

Up a Paddle - Episode 102 - Dangly Bits

Tue, 01 Feb 2011 06:54:00 +0000

It's the penultimate annual new years episode. Thanks a lot, Mayans. Anyhoo, I go over my prediction for 2010, make new predictions for 2011, tell you what to look forward to this year, and give out meaningless awards to things I like. I also provide mini-reviews for Uncharted 2 and No More Heroes: Desperate Struggle. Yes, this episode is more than a little self indulgent. I apologize for that. News Nintendo 3DS Priced, Dated. It will also come in a 4D variant. The 4th dimension is fun. You should visit sometime. Sony NGP announced, not priced, dated. It's like the PSP, but more sensitive, for the hardcore gamer with a heart of gold. Which they can use to buy one. Final Fantasy XIII-2 coming next winter. Do you l'Cie what I see? That joke would have worked better if I said, Final Fantasy XIII-2 is coming next Christmas, but instead, I elected for factualness instead of humorousness. As usual.Canadian Penny may be phased out. Canadian Inspector Gadget safe for the time being. Also, when you outlaw pennies only outlaws will have pennies. Pennies don't kill people, guns kill people. Also, pennies dropped from the Empire State Building kill people.Fractale simulcast stopped until Funimation eliminates all illegal file sharing. A truly sisyphean task if there ever was one. Oh, waiit, mission accomplished. Streaming is back.Sega Urinal Games in Japan - I'm hoping it has Pac-Man Championship Edition DX leaderboards. That way, if you bump someone's high score, you p*** them off in more way than one. That was terrible. Please put on your 3-D glasses now. Please take off your 3D glasses now. Please open your air-sickness bag now ...Although I now have the technology (and the power), I still have no idea on how to use it. But I'll learn. Or get bored and watch funny videos on the web. One of the two. Speaking of which, check out the below video that features my brother, aka The Guy that Does the Bwups at the start of every episode of UAP:How To Make Choices ReviewsUncharted 2: Among Thieves I'm starting to become concerned about the threat that archaelogists pose to our safety. Perhaps if they put down their guns and picked up shovels ... Nah, whips and fedoras for everyone. No More Heroes: Desperate Struggle Warning: The preceding trailer contained violoence, adult situations and humor that some may find offensive. Viewer discretion is advised. Contact InformationYou can email me at upapaddle@gmail.com or follow me on twitter at twitter.com/upapaddlePromotional Consideration given to:Eeeper's Choice - http://eeeperschoice.com - Eeeper and Oni are now officially part of the A3K network. Congrats! In order to compete, I'm starting my own UAP Network, with blackjack and hookers and Futurama quotes. Animentors - http://themented.com - Kirran and Drew are back and they've once again updated the good old The me 'n Ted show. Check it out. Musical AccompanimentThe song played was Auld Lang Syne by Rockasaurus RexThanks for listening! Comments

Up a Paddle - Episode 101 - Things for kids to do

Fri, 24 Dec 2010 04:30:00 +0000

In this non-holiday related episode I talk about hand socks, Capcom holding consumers by the smurfberries, hunted cities and I review Prince of Persia: The Forgotten Sands for the PS3.NewsSmurf's Village highest grossing game on iTunes. That is, until Smurfs: Rescue In Gargamel's Castle 2: Jump Harder comes out. Live action Bartender. Didn't they already kinda make this show and call it Cheers? Nope. Ok then.Live Action City Hunter getting wild and tough, but will it have chance and luck? Pluto movie in the works. I'm still holding out for a Horace Horsecollar movie. I'm guessing I'll be holding it for quite some time.Videos you should watchStreet Fighter High - The original short Street Fighter High School Musical - Part 1 Street Fighter High School Musical - Part 2 They need to make a web series centered around Dan. This is non negotiable.ReviewPrince of Persia: The Forgotten Sands The sands may be forgettable, but the prince ... is kinda forgettable too. But you won't forget the classic POP: Sands of Time gameplay, which this game has in spades. Contact InfoYou can also email me at upapaddle@gmail.com and follow me on Twitter at twitter.com/upapaddlePromotional Consideration Given To:RPG Lamer - Speaking of Game of the Year awards, I'm still waiting on a Final Fantasy XIII review from Jake on his podcast. I'm assuming that it left him speechless and in awe of how amazing it is (that's why he hasn't had a new episode lately). RPG of the Decade!Anime Pacific - The foremost authority on cephalopod erotica*. If you're a sucker for arm suckers, like to cuddle with cuttle-fish, or moll-lust for mollusks, check them out! Seriously though, congrats go to Alex on the birth of his daughter. *cephalopod erotica stolen from a tweet by Jake. Musical AccompanimentThe song played was Born in the Desert by LookerThanks for listening and happy holidays! Comments

Up a Paddle - Episode 100 - The Kentennial

Sun, 24 Oct 2010 00:29:00 +0000

Yes, I finally have 100 episodes under my belt and it only took me four years. Boy, if I had a penny for every episode I did, I'd have a loonie. A Saskatchewan Roughriders' Loonie, in fact. And I do. Woo! Of course, if I could only have a penny for every good episode, I think I'd owe money. Just like George Lucas owes me for the Prequels. Anyways, because of this Achievement of 100 eppys being unlocked, I take time in this episode to reminisce about the past, realize that this show's past wasn't all that great, and look forward to the future. I also contemplate ways that I can improve things around here. For starters, I can do less reminiscing and just start miniscing more. Better miniscing. The kind of miniscing they did in the good old days, when men were men and women were secretaries. I've been watching a lot of Mad Men lately. I also talk about Gamecation 2010 and review Sin and Punishment: Star Successor for the Wii. Also, for no particular reason: The Aldo Kelrast Saga. Please ignore the spelling mistakes and grammatical errors as I have not yet had a chance to tune up the article. NewsDuke Nukem Forever to be released in 2011. Check out this list of everything that things that have happened since this game was first announced. Netflix now streaming in Canada. Now if we could get Hulu and a few others on board, I would be sitting pretty. Back to the Future is celebrating it's 25th anniversary and Mattel has the toy rights. Where's my jetpack ... I mean, hoverboard? ReviewSin and Punishment: Star Successor (for the Wii). Sense. This game makes none. And that's a-ok with me. Contact Info You can also email me at upapaddle@gmail.com, follow me on twitter at http://twitter.com/upapaddle, or Skype me (I'm upapaddle). Promotional Consideration given to:Eeeper's Choice - I feel bad for Eeeper. Since the libsyn site was upgraded to version 3.4, this podcast is no longer available in his region. Yeah, everywhere but Ireland. Drat. Feel free to torrent it, though.Anime 82 - Regan is back after his hiatus and should be finishing the Mecha Madness podcast series soon, which I'm eagerly looking forward to. I've learned from that series that there are several excellent robot shows that I need to watch. Right after the K-on movie. Also, he keeps teasing us with mentions of his band. I want to hear some music. darn it. Anime Pacific - Be sure to check out their live show later tonight! Details can be found here. Unless you are reading this after the fact, which you certainly are. In that case, be sure to grab a time machine and catch the live show. Or watch their recording of it, after the fact. In the meantime, please read this open letter addressed to the fine gentlemen at Anime Pacific that I've been asked to pass on to them. This is from Dr. Jack Hoffer.Hello friends, you have been selected to participate in a free trial period at chronicmasturbators.com. It is a peer support group designed to help cure you of the immoral habit of self gratification. Dan and Alec, you have been recommend to us by your friend Kent, who is concerned about you and desperately wants to see you well. Although he does not suffer from the same affliction that you do, he has seen Idle Hands Syndrome (or IHS) destroy the lives of those he cares about. He mentioned to us that you have a website that talks about the evil Japanamation which is leading our youths astray with such lurid filth as Pokemon and Cowboys Bebopping. Our program will teach you 11 easy steps to cure your sinful nature. Our courses include: - Corn Flakes: tasty and urge suppressing. - Tentacle Rape is bad: put away the belt.- Beanie babies: how to resist your furry tendencies.- No one wants to hear you talk about your penis. Especially not your mother. I have bcc'd many of your listeners so that they can support you in your time of need. Have faith! You can overcome ... poor choice of words ... you can prevail over your IHS addiction! We are here to lend a helping hand and we look forward to helping you soon.Jack HofferPresident, CEO, and clientChronicMasturbators.com In my defence, I thought it was funny at the time. Musical AccompanimentThe song played was Ultimate Showdown of Ultimate Destiny by Lemon Demon (as heard on Rock Band). Please note, the beard picture is still forthcoming. EDIT: Here it is, in all its glory: Yeah, I need a shave. Thanks for listening! Comments

Up a Paddle - Episode 99 - Not The Podcast You Are Looking For

Mon, 06 Sep 2010 23:00:00 +0000

This week I talk about losing a legend, Mark Hamill's chin and review Star Wars: In Concert. News Satoshi Kon, director of Paranoia Agent, Millenium Actress, Paprika and much more has passed away. RIP. His farewell letter is especially heartbreaking. The whole moe fad is fading - According to Ken Akamatsu anyhow. Also, harem shows set to make a comeback - according to Ken Akamatsu. Just kidding, he thinks yuri (girl on girl action) is the next big thing. Return of the Jedi Deleted Scene found - you can see why it was deleted. There weren't any cgi robots, banthas or babies in the background Star Wars coming to Blu-ray - In other news: the Pope is Catholic, bears poodoo in the woods ReviewStar Wars: In Concert Here's one of the RedLetterMedia videos that I talked about Contact Info You can email me at upapaddle@gmail.com or follow me on Twitter at http://twitter.com/upapaddle. Promotional Consideration given to: Spiraken Manga Review Luke and Elliot's Bearfighting Extravaganza Musical Accompaniment The song played was Jedi Girl by T Randolph ScottNext time, I'll be talking about Gamecation 2010 in my ONE HUNDREDTH EPISODE! Hopefully that should be out this month. Thanks for listening! 0 Comments and 0 Reactions

Gamecation 2010

Mon, 30 Aug 2010 15:47:00 +0000

Yes, the much vaunted Gamecation 2010 is here. I've taken a week off from work and plan to squander it by playing video games. A lot. I plan to finish at least four games within five days. There are some who said it couldn't be done (e.g. Donny) but I am set to prove them wrong. Them being Donny. Here are the games I plan to play from start to completion: Sin and Punishment 2: Star Successor No More Heroes 2 Prince of Persia: Forgotten Sands Uncharted 2: Among Thieves All the while, I will be tweeting my progress at http://twitter.com/Gamecation2010. Afterwards, I will be doing a podcast on my experiences and my thoughts on each game. I also have a regular episode of UAP that is half edited that I hope to get out soon as well. If I get time, I will play more games. I may put up a poll so you can vote on the last game for me to attempt. If this test run goes well, I plan to do this next year as well, but with video streaming. Unfortunately, I was unable to get that set up in time for this run through. And now, Gamecation commences! Comments

Gamecation 2010

Mon, 30 Aug 2010 11:47:00 +0000

Up a Paddle - Episode 98 - E3Dictions (months later)

Tue, 24 Aug 2010 09:48:00 +0000

This week I transform into a crotchety old man and rant about E3. You know, the show that was over two months ago. I also occasionally forget that I told a joke and then tell it again, as per my old man ways. Enjoy, you darn whippersnappers. Also, off of my lawn! Part 1: Intro (0:00 - 1:59) Just some rambling. Part 2: Predictions (2:00 - 13:30) You can see what I had predicted at Kentcer.com. I'm a regular Nostradamus, or if you will, a Paul the octopus Part 3: The Rant (14:17 -24:47) Wherein I list everything that I think is wrong with the convention and offer up no solutions whatsoever to the concerns that I raised. Part 4: The Games (24:48 - 48:36) I'm not going to bother listing out all the games that were interesting, because there were a lot. Rather, here are a few videos of the stand outs (in a particular order, but I'm not telling what that order is): Epic Mickey You'd better believe that I'll be singing the original Mickey Mouse theme song throughout this game, complete with barnyard animal noises. Journey Wait, I'm confused. Do you play as the small town girl or the city boy? You know, the one born and raised in South Detroit, I believe. Kirby: Epic Yarn It'd better suck, is all I'm saying. Metal Gear Solid: Rising Raiden can cut pretty well, I guess, but he's no Slap Chop! Portal 2 No, I'm not going to make a "the cake is a lie" joke here, as those have become passe as of late. As have quips about not making "the cake is a lie" jokes. No, instead, I'd like to mention that we now have a Cold Stone Creamery here in Regina, which is resplendant with cakes of the ice creamed variety. More importantly, they come in cup sized form. That's right, cupped cakes with ice cream in the middle. It is now one of my new goals in life to try one of these creamy confections. Alas, they are often sold out. If anyone in the area is at the Creamery and notices that they are in stock, please tweet or email me and I'll be sure to thank you properly. Project Dust - Now "From Dust" This game looks a little bit like Avatar: The Last Airbender, when it comes to elements and such. Let's just hope M. Night Shymalan is in no way affiliated with this project. And here's the gameplay video for Wii Party that I mentioned Part 5: Epic Annoucment (48:36 - 50:21) Yes, I'm taking a vacation and you need to know. Well, it's more of a staycation or GAMECATION 2010 (tm) if you will, as travelling costs money. So yeah, this is more a challenge to myself to see how many video games I can get done in a five day period, starting on August 30th, 2010. I may extend it to Labour day, if I don't get burned out before then. A coworker thinks that I can't do it. I need to prove him wrong. Anyway, it should be interesting. For me, that is. Part 6: Wrap up (51:26 - 52:10) Wherein I close the show. It's exhilarating. Contact Info You can email me at upapaddle@gmail.com or follow me on twitter at http://twitter.com/upapaddle. Promotional consideration given to: The Animentors (13:30 - 14:16): They finally released a new episode! Prodigious, as they might say. However, Lord Moonstone sounds awfully strange in this one. Anime Pacific (24:48 - 25:47). The race to 100 episodes is on. I think I might win! RPGLamer (50:22 - 51:25). The race to 100 episodes is on. I think I might win! Musical Accompaniment (52:11 - 58:50) The song played on my old timey gramaphone was "Hyrules Angel the Sleeping Beauty - Zelda cover" by Game Over. Thanks for listening! Comments

Up a Paddle - Episode 97 - Abra Cadaver

Mon, 02 Aug 2010 22:26:00 +0000

This week I talk about the "Our Body: The Universe Within" exhibit currently at the Saskatchewan Science Center and not much else. Information on the exhibit can be found at http://www.ourbodytheuniversewithin.com/ EDIT: In this episode I said the adult human body had 213 bones. I meant to say the infant human body has 213 and the adult body has 206. Videos of Interest: The Skeleton Dance Yeah, it doesn't take much to get me to post that video. Them Dry Bones - As Performed by the Wiggles Now that's infotainment!. That song is sure a lot more religous than I remember it in school. Contact Info You can email me at upapaddle@gmail.com or check out my twitter at http://twitter.com/upapaddle. Promotional consideration given to: Fightbait Podcast - I miss the old promo because riffing on "It's like the pie" never gets old for me. For instance, it's like the pie ... ok, well I have nothing this time, but next time, boy howdy I'll ... probably have nothing then too. Eeeper's Choice - Eeeper played my promo on his last episode. Yay! But he also called me a neophyte. Booh! Technically, I've been at this podcasting racket a few months longer than you Eeeper. My show may not be good but it is old. And how! Bearing that in mind, feel free to call me sempai or Doctor Of Podcasting Excellence. Anime Pacific - Although I didn't play their promo this time, I'd be remiss if didn't link to this podcast given all the mentions I gave to it in this show. Also, I'm afraid of what Dane might do to me if I don't. If I'm not back in a couple months, tell my family that I love them and that I'm part of a lovely display. Musical Accompaniment The song played was Good Looking Corpse by Sunspot Thanks for listening Comments

Episode forthcoming

Sun, 01 Aug 2010 01:11:00 +0000

Hey everyone, I wasn't able to get an episode out this month but will have one in the next two days. I've been having some sound issues that I've been working out and hopefully everything should now be good to go. I do have about 3 to 4 episodes written, so I should be soon able to get back on a semi-regular schedule. I apologize for the wait. Thanks Comments

Episode forthcoming

Sat, 31 Jul 2010 21:11:00 +0000

Up a Paddle - Episode 96 - Walk'em and pitch to the rhino

Tue, 29 Jun 2010 23:46:00 +0000

This episode I talk about copyright and copywrong, black Spider-men, and the end of the anime industry as we know it. I also talk about the iPhone 4 since that's all I can do up here in Canada. That is, talk about it. We sure aren't getting them any time soon. Bastards. I also review the anime One Outs. Full show notes will be up in a day or two. EDIT: Or a month. Sorry about that. News Canadian Copyright Reform Bill tabled. Here's the link I mentioned when talking about copyright reform in Canada. This form will autogenerate an email voicing concern the new bill to the PM, your MP, and other concerned parties. http://www.ccer.ca/send-a-letter-to-ottawa-to-stop-the-canadian-dmca/ iPhone 4 Announced ... and it's out now as of July 30, 2010 in Canada. And I got one. Woot!Funimation up for sale? I'm pretty sure I mispronounced the company name Navarre. Anyway, I haven't heard anything about this sale lately, so I'm assuming it hasn't gone through yet.Donald Glover as the next Spider-man: Nope, they gave it to some British tosser. For shame, Sony Entertainment. Review:One Outs In this show they found a way to make baseball less boring. Or gambling more boring, I suppose. Here's the wikipedia article I mentioned during the podcast: African Painted Dog Contact Info If you want, you can drop me an email at upapaddle@gmail.com or follow my tweets at http://twitter.com/upapaddle Promotional Consideration given to:Anime Roundtable Destroy all Podcasts DX Musical Accompaniment The song played was Ichiro Baseball Card by We Wrote the Book on Connectors. Thanks for listening! Comments

Up a Paddle - Episode 95 - Out of Focus

Mon, 24 May 2010 18:44:00 +0000

This week I review Final Fantasy 13 (finally). All that, and one other thing. Announcement I need a new microphone. The Blue Snowball mic I'm using is causing me nothing but headaches. It seems to be clipping or popping or something. I have two pop filters on the darn thing and a spider mount and it still picks up clicks every five to ten seconds. It's the reason this episode took so long to come out. And there's no firmware or drivers I can use to fix the low gain in Windows 7. So far I've had the Audio Technica AT2020 USB and Blue Yeti recommended to me. What do you guys use? News The Smurfs movie pictures leaked. Take a look at the pictures here and be afraid. Be very afraid. Review Final Fantasy XIII I'm sure that if you were at all interested in this game you would have picked it up by now, but I've reviewed it anyway. Because I'm nothing if not timely and relevant. Speaking of which, have you heard about this new show Lost. I hear it's about a magical island with polar bears and Tim Daly. Anyway, here's the trailer for the game: And here's the Chocobo music: Promotional Consideration given to: RPGLamer - I look forward to Jake's thoughts on this game. Given that he's the resident RPG expert, I'm sure he'll have a lot to say about it. That is, if his mouth isn't full of Double Downs. Also, let this be a warning to you. If you have a podcast and you let it lapse, I will steal it from you. I did it to Eeeper (see here), and I'll do it to you. I've got my eye on you, Animentors. I'll abridge the hell out of your podcast. Fightbait - It's like the PI: 3.14159265... or as we've learned from the Bible, 3. Musical Accompaniment Fantasy World by Christopher Joel Contact Info Email: upapaddle@gmail.com Twitter: http://twitter.com/upapaddle PSN ID: kentcer Thanks for Listening! Comments

Up a Paddle - Episode 94 - News in Briefs

Fri, 30 Apr 2010 22:19:00 +0000

This week I talk about old news, because it is so exciting. I also review "Street Fighter: The complete History" by Chris Carle, whose hair is also very exciting! News Paprika Live Action Movie in the works. Here's the opening to the animated counterpart. Do you guys think it will work as a live action movie? I sure hope so. Also, watch Paprika the anime. This is not negotiable. Bleach Live Action Movie - Warner Bros is in talks to acquire movie rights for manga. This movie will have the biggest swords this side of a Final Fantasy game. Also, if you're wondering, my bankai is huge, just so you know. It can talk, too. Aniplex to release Gurren Lagann movies on DVD. Excellent. I was just thinking about how I wanted to be charged up the wazoo for content that I've mostly already bought on DVD. I say that now, but when the eventual blu-ray release is released, I'll be first in line. To the Bandai website, I guess, as they aren't releasing the discs anywhere else. iPhone prototype leaked I think Jon Stewart had the best take on this whole debacle, so you'd be better off listening to him. Nintendo 3DS announced. It will come in red and more red. KFC Double Down. It's just a matter of time before this gets combined with the KFC bowl. And that will be the end of civilization. It's what the Mayan's predicted. For more food porn, go to thisiswhyyourefat.com. NHL and Anime? I for one am disappointed that they won't be adding big googly eyes to the pucks during regulation games. Carl Macek has passed away. RIP. Review"Street Fighter: The Complete History." Conspicuously absent from this book: Jackie Chan. You had to know I'd go there. That's my go-to clip. Speaking of which, has anyone heard anything about the live action City Hunter tv series that was going to be made? Last I heard, Fox optioned it but since it doesn't involve teenagers that sing from the heart into autotuned microphones, it may have fallen by the wayside. Here's the Daigo - Wong matchup I was telling you about. Contact Information: You can email me at upapaddle@gmail.com or follow me on twitter at http://twitter.com/upapaddle Promotional Consideration given to: Eeeper's Choice and Kung Fu Flicken - Eeeper, if you're taking recommendations, the original Drunken Master would be a nifty choice for a Kung Fu movie to review. If you want to continue with the Kamikaze theme, Dane turned me on ... to Kamikaze Taxi and that is an excellent film as well. I recommend everyone here check it out if they get a chance. Anime Pacific - I've been intrigued by the Summer Wars debate that has gone on during the last few episodes of Anime Pacific, and am going to try watching the movie tomorrow to see on which side of the divide I end up sitting. However, I'm starting to worry a little about my taste in anime as I watched Odin last week and kinda liked it. Spiraken Manga Review - Congrats on 100 episodes Xan! That's a lot of spinning your wheel! That was lame. I apologize. Musical Accompaniment: The song played was Time Off by the Kellys Thanks for listening! Comments

Smurfcast - Episode 93 - It's Good to be the King!

Thu, 01 Apr 2010 02:21:00 +0000

If you can see this, you're in the wrong place. Go to http://www.uapshow.com/smurfcast for full show notes. Also, go to http://uapshow.com/smurfcastforums and join the forums. They're Smurfy! Comments

Up a Paddle - Episode 92 - Where's Jason?

Mon, 22 Mar 2010 23:48:00 +0000

This week I talk about some lovely angels, a nifty talking squirrel and stand alongside John Cusack in the Heavy Rain. News Dirty Pair TV licensed by Right Stuf's Nozomi Entertainment. Maybe if we are really lucky, we can get the Dirty Pair's first animated appearance licensed as well (again). That's right, Crusher Joe. Hey, it's worth a shot. Conan O'Brien's comeback tour. Conan's squirrel approves. As does his beard, Ford Taurus, sharpie, and freckles Super Mario Galaxy and Metroid: Other M out this summer. This announcement was a relief as I was worried that I'd have nothing to play this summer, except Yakuza 3, Bayonetta, Final Fantasy XIII, Darksiders ... Review Heavy Rain If I was clever, I'd have called this episode "Get your ass to Mars!". It fits since you are trying to save Shawn Mars. Eh, that's why I'm not clever. For more info on the plot holes of this game, go to this spoilerific blow by blow at GamesRadar.com I have to admit, I felt a little dirty after playing this game. I should go take a shower, like my new hero Madison in Heavy Rain Contact Info You can email me at upapaddle@gmail.com or follow me on twitter at http://twitter.com/upapaddle. Promotional Consideration Anime 82 - Keep your ears peeled (ew) for a very special episode of Anime 82. And by special, I mean all OVA reviews. I might be on it. RPG Lamer - Jake hasn't had an episode out for a while and that's understandable as there haven't been a lot of high profile RPG's released recently. Oh wait a minute. Musical Accompaniment The song played was Rainy Day by Lucky Day Thanks for listening! Comments

Up a Paddle - Episode 91 - That's No Space Station ... That's a Moon!

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 23:31:00 +0000

This week I talk about gold in them thar hills (British Columbia); Y2K the revengening; intrigue in the time of dragons; movie remakes and please don't makes; and a large chunk of rock floating in the vacuum of space. I also review Moon, the 2009 sci fi movie that you didn't watch. Shame on you. News Vancouver 2010 Olympics happened. Upapaddle.com was not there, but I did see some of it on my tv. PS3 bug wrecks up the place. Only the original PS3 models were affected. You know, the ones that need to buy an extra seat when they fly Southwest Airlines. A Game of Thrones tv series greenlit by HBO. Now which will come first, season five or "A Dance of Dragons"? Spider-man cast * I'm glad they got a teenager this time. After all Spider-man is basically a metaphor for puberty. He notices his body is changing, there's hair where there wasn't hair before, and he has an urge to shoot his "webbing" when he's alone in his room. Also, when I was his age, I could walk on walls. Gilligan's Island, Space Invaders, and Police Academy movies in development. Hollywood has officially run out of ideas. Aw screw it, paint everyone involved in blue, shoot them in 3d and you'll have a bevy of billion dollar blockbusters. Review Moon For more Moon information, go outside and look up. Only if it's dark out, though. Since this podcast is lunar themed, I'd be remiss if I didn't post the following video. Kate Micucci's Mr. Moon. And here's the Gertie video: Promotional consideration given to: Luke and Elliot's Bearfighting Extravaganza - I think we should start a petition to get bear fighting at the 2014 Olympics. The Moon Masters - To quote The Gospel of Mick Aloha, "if you see a gator, run!" As true today as when it was written. The Animentors - Kent is a jerkâ An AWESOME jerk. And yes, I used an interrobang there. Just like I interrobanged your moms. Musical Accompaniment:The song played was Sun vs. Moon by Codaphonic Contact Info You can email me at upapaddle@gmail.com or follow me on twitter at http://twitter.com/upapaddle Thanks for listening! * I may have jumped the gun on this story. More as it develops. Comments

Up a Paddle - Episode 90 - In Space!

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 23:14:00 +0000

This week I talk about fighting in the streets, despair about punny teachers, talk about the latest kentagion, and command my podcasting brethren to entertain me. I also talk about Coyote Ragtime Show. News Sayanora Zetsubo Sensei and Legend of the Overfiend licensed by Media Blasters. Hmm. Tentacles and school girls. What an odd combination. Street Fighter IV on the iPhone. I bet Madcatz will have a $200 joystick attachment for this game in no time. The iFightPad. New Super Street Fighter IV characters announced. I guess we'll need to wait for Super Duper Street Fighter IV for R. Mika to make her appearance. BUMBA!! Review Coyote Ragtime Show It's no Cowboy Bebop, but neither is Origin: Spirits of the Past. Wait a minute, that show sucked. Ragtime on the other hand is a decent show, but it could have used a little more ragtime. See the following video for more on this delightful musical genre: Promotional Consideration given to:Eeeper's choice: http://eeeperschoice.com - Since apparently you read these show notes Eeeper, please release the fabled lost episode of I Heart the 80s that Dane keeps mentioning on Anime Pacific and I promise to lay off the potshots and will focus on doing zingers instead. Anime Pacific: http://animepacific.blogspot.com - Since apparently you read these show notes Dane, I just want to point out that Canada is kicking Australia's ass at the 2010 Vancouver Olympics. That's what you get for having winter during the summer time. Also, our curlers are #1. GO CANADA! Contact Info You can email me at upapaddle@gmail.com and follow me on twitter at twitter.com/upapaddle Musical AccompanimentThe song played was "In Space No One Can Hear You Scream" by Nuclear Bubble Wrap. I also played a little Maple Leaf Rag (a Scott Joplin ditty) performed by Jeanne Backofen Craig Thanks for listening! Comments

Up a Paddle - Episode 89 - Beat it

Fri, 12 Feb 2010 23:37:00 +0000

This week I talk about Gintama, reading for fun, and digital manipulation. I also some other stuff, probably. And I review No More Heros for the Wii. This episode is dedicated to the fine folks at Anime Pacific. I have finally surpassed them, if only for a brief window, in terms of episode count. Mwah ha ha. My 10 day release schedule is undoubtedly superior to their biweekly schedule.* News Gintama to be released on DVD Or you could just check it out at Crunchyroll. Do it now. I can wait. Imagi Entertainment to lay off staff. I guess Nick Cage's hair wasn't wild enough to save the Astro Boy movie. Maybe if they release it on dvd with the rumored deleted scenes where his character runs around in a bear suit and punches out old ladies. Nintendo is working on new hardware - This one will be 2 Wii's duct taped together. Fun thing of the episode Avatar Review by RedLetterMedia Part 2 Catching up with Kent Like I mentioned in the show, I'm currently reading The Art of Osamu Tezuka: God of Manga by Helen McCarthy. I forgot to mention that I'm also watching The Kids in the Hall: Death Comes to Town. I mention this now because for once I'm on the right end of "This content is not available in your country" Suck on it, Hulu. Review No More Heroes It's crass, vulgar, and morally questionable. I loved it. Here's the trailer: Looks prodigious, doesn't it? But instead of fighting you'll probably end up spending more time doing the following: Well, and this too: Is it just me, or does the guy in the lawn mowing video sound a little young to be playing this game (rated M for Marvelous) Contact info Email: upapaddle@gmail.com Twitter: http://twitter.com/upapaddle Skype: upapaddle Promotional Consideration given to: Lather's Blather Spiraken Manga Review Musical Accompaniment The Time of the Assassins by The Jars Thanks for listening! * Yeah, I'm working on this. Issues with editing the podcast (and all the popping and locking) have been keeping me from releasing this show in a more timely manner. Comments

Up a Paddle - Episode 88 - CSI Tokyo

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 23:49:00 +0000

This week I talk about the iPad, the second Late Night War and I review Case Closed. News The iPad is unleased upon the masses. And lo, there was much rejoicing in the lands. In regards to the whole late night goings on, check out some of the videos at tv.gawker.com: Letterman - No one is blaming Conan and a visit from Norm MacDonald The Bugatti Veyron Mouse and a cameo by an old friend Here's Conan's Farewell speech Also, here's the Taiwanese video described the Late Night War 2: Electric Bugaloo And here's a camel punch Finally, here's one of my favorite Conan moments (also with Norm MacDonald) Now that Conan's looking for a new job, is it time to revive the almost classic Lookwell! Yes, yes it is. Review Case Closed - The Time Bombed Skyscraper in particular I can't believe I forgot to mention Conan's catch phrase, "One Truth Prevails" in my review. Ah well. This show is based on the manga version of Kindergarten Cop, in that the mangaka saw the title Kindergarten Cop and totally misinterpreted it. You should watch it. Good stuff. Contact Info You can email me at upapaddle@gmail.com, follow me on twitter at http://twitter.com/upapaddle, or try and Skype me at Skype ID upapaddle Promotional Consideration Given To: Dave and Joel's Fast Karate For the Gentlemen - Here's the superior review of Case Closed Anime World Order Musical Accompaniment The song played was "Conan, We Love You" by Trixie and the Merch Girls Thanks for Listening! Comments

Up a Paddle - Episode 87 - Blue's Clues

Sat, 23 Jan 2010 23:49:00 +0000

This week I do my New Years episode. I go over the 2009 Annual Awards in Paddle Excellence, resolve to be more resolved, prognosticate prodigiously, and have a quick look forward at what 2010 has to offer me (and to a lesser extent, you). Yeah, this was a bit of a house cleaning episode, so to speak, and may come off as a little boring. The next one will be shorter, I promise.As for awards, if you won the UAP Seal of Approval, feel free to right click and save the following image. Just remember, this is on the honor system. Also, I mentioned Jake the Root Beer King's podcast on Valkyria Chronicles. You can go here to get it. Good stuff.EDIT: Here is my Anime Planet link with a list of all the stuff I watched so far. I'm pretty sure I've missed a few shows, though. News Sam Raimi, Tobey Maguire off of Spiderman 4. Personally, I'd say this news is like the pie in Spiderman 3. But fear not, true believers, a new director, Mark Webb, has been hired to bring us the webslinger in 2012 (hopefully before the impending Mayan apocalypse and the regular apocalypse).NASA selling off Space Shuttles. Everything must go! Act now and get not one, not two, but three Canadarms! The definition of Moe has officially been defined, officially. Here's the clip in question: (video from Gawker.com)Sounds reasonable to me. Now lets see what the forumites think about this over at ANN.CharityIf you haven't already, please consider donating to the efforts in Haiti. You can do so at the Red Cross (Canada), Red Cross (USA), or StillerStrong.org. Thank you.Fun video of the episode*Baman Piderman * May not have been mentioned in actual episodeReviewBatman: Arkham AsylumHe's the G*d D*mned B*tman, what are you waiting for? Buy it now!Still, this game overlooked some of the more useful gadgets in the old utility belt:Contact InfoYou can email me at upapaddle@gmail.com, follow me on twitter at http://twitter.com/upapaddle, or skype me (skype id: upapaddle). Promotional Consideration Given To:RPGLamer - This lucky so and so is playing Valkyria Chronicles 2 as we speak. Lucky. Anime 82 - It has come to my attention that on his latest episode, Regan has gotten Eeeper to do a review for him. That's amazing! Even Eeeper can't get Eeeper to do a review on his own podcasts (http://eeeperschoice.com and http://capricorntheater.com). Fightbait - It's like the pie. So good! Musical AccompanimentThe song played was Batman Twist by Lemonhttp://www.myspace.com/thereallemon Thanks for listening! Comments

Up a Paddle - Episode 86 - Sex Kittens From Outer Space

Wed, 13 Jan 2010 23:58:00 +0000

This week I bring the show to you in glorious 3D. Please put on your 3D glasses now. First off, would you like some pancakes?NewsSony, Discovery Channel and IMAX to bring you one of the first TV channels in 3D. And yet again Smellovision gets snubbed. Can you imagine how much better Man v. Food would be with smellovision? Or Dirty Jobs? Yeah, I'll try and find some more stories to talk about next week. I've been slacking off in this area and I apologize. Email, Awesome! This week I talk about being mentioned on other podcasts and catch up on the comments on the site that I might have missed the first time around. Fun Video of the WeekBarefoot Gen - as performed by Smurfs ReviewAvatar - In ColorYeah, for a movie I thought was all right, I sure nitpick a lot here. Spoilers ahoy! I suppose I'd rather be watching this: Promotional Consideration given to:The Animentors: In the words of the immortal Sean Connery, "You'll rue the day you crossed me, Trebek" Playswitch Podcast: Since Avatar is basically one long video game cutscene, your time might be better spent playing a real game instead. Check out Playswitch.com. They'll hook you up. Anime Pacific: Penis! Musical Accompaniment:Avatar Girl by Rich Palmer Contact Info You can email me at upapaddle@gmail.com, follow me on twitter at http://twitter.com/upapaddle, or try and Skype me (Skype ID, upapaddle) Please take off your 3D glasses now. Thanks for listening! Comments

Up a Paddle - Episode 85 - It's Not Easy Being Green

Wed, 06 Jan 2010 23:59:00 +0000

This week I talk about the Elephant Dance (unfortunately, not this one) and review The Princess and the Frog. NewsCrayon Shin-Chan MMO on the way. They should get the Funimation team to translate it to English. It would be 18A, that's for sure. Or, they could just go ahead and dub more Shin-chan. That would be good too. Fun Video of the EpisodeComing to Alderaan AHA! I have seen Coming to America more times than I'd care to admit. It was one of the few movies we had taped on VHS, so I saw that, Rustler's Rhapsody, and Back to the Future Part II many, many times over. I really need to rip off the "I Heart the 80s" podcast again and talk about those gems of the silver screen. ReviewThe Princess and the Frog I was a little worried that in this episode I gave away more of the plot of the movie than I should have, but after watching this trailer, I realize that I was beaten to the punch. Well, I do have to say that, when it comes to race relations, Disney's come a long way. Check out Mickey's Mellerdrammer to see what I mean:I bet "The Princess and the Frog" has Walt Disney's frozen head spinning in "The Vault". At least it can watch Song of the South, because that one's never seeing the light of day again. Contact info:You can email me at upapaddle@gmail.com and follow me on twitter at http://twitter.com/upapaddle. You can also try skyping me with Skype ID upapaddle. Promotional Consideration Given To:The Ninja Consultants - They recently released another episode, so check it out. Equally entertaining is Erin Finnegan's column "Shelf Life" at http://animenewsnetwork.com, partly for the content and partly for the inevitable flamewar that ensues after every one. Destroy All Podcasts DX - They did an episode on a Muppet Christmas special and ended up talking about the reproductive cycle of the Aliens from Aliens. Good stuff. Musical Accompaniment:The song played was Princess Deborah by Alun ParryThanks for listening! Comments

Up a Paddle - Episode 84 - Football to the Groin

Sun, 13 Dec 2009 21:21:00 +0000

This week I talk about various live action adaptations of manga, somebody getting their hand caught in the cookie jar, and I review Eyeshield 21 (most of the anime anyway). NewsMoyashimon to get live action adaptationWith special guest star H1N1!A Drifting Life manga to get live action adaptation - I really need to get around to reading this manga.Rumor confirmed: Michael Jackson worked on the music in Sonic 3I think we all know what needs to happen now. A 2D Sonic Sprite doing the moon walk. Bonus pretzels goes to the person that mods a Sonic game to work with said sprite. Or you can just add the Michael Jackson sprite from Moonwalker. CRIA to be sued for 60 Billion. Well, now we know why these organizations sue file sharers. They need to pay for their own "file sharing". ReviewEyeshield 21 (or Eyeshield Ni ju ichi as he's called on the show)Check it out. It's good stuff.And here's the inappropriate video I mentioned (NSFW or Eyeballs)Seriously, think twice before watching the below video. You can't unwatch it.DJ Ozma - SpidermanStill better than Spider-man 3Promotional Consideration given to:Anime Roundtable - I'm not quite sure what happened to these guys, but I'd wish they'd release another episode soon.Spiraken Manga Review - Xan, on the otherhand, is sitting on at least 5 episodes. Hopefully he can get his hosting issues worked out soon.Musical AccompanimentMerry Freakin Christmas by mydolsThanks for Listening! Comments

Up a Paddle - Episode 83 - Say Hi To The People In Jersey For Me

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 23:45:00 +0000

This week I talk about an unlikely marriage, playing with plastic, and rocking out. I also review DJ Hero and Legend of Black Heaven. NewsOtaku marries his 2D girlfriend. Yeah, it's all pixellated roses now, but just wait until he cheats on her with a love pillow. Then it will get nasty. Because as experts can attest, love pillows can get quite filthy if not washed regularly. At least this story gave me an excuse to post yet another video with the Super Mario Bros theme. This one features tesla coils!Fun thing of the Episode AKA the video I forgot to mentionThe Muppets: Bohemian Rhapsodyp> They even brought back the Mahna Mahna guys! ReviewsDJ Hero I feel somewhat proud of myself for not referencing Short Circuit 2. They need to mash up that song with something, pronto.Legend of Black HeavenSince the opening theme doesn't give you a good idea of the animation style in the show (or humor), this AMV will have to suffice. Contact InfoYou can email me at upapaddle@gmail.com, follow me on twitter at http://twitter.com/upapaddle or leave me an iTunes review. If you leave me one, I'll leave you one. Promotional Consideration given to:RPG Lamer - Releasing another episode of RPGLamer would be yes? I know you're reading this, Jake. Get to it. Chop Chop. Equip your boots of escaping and start table top gaming if you have to. Lightning Bolt! Lightning Bolt! Anime Pacific - I know this discussion is a month old at this point, but check out "Who should play Major Motoko Kusanagi in the Hollywood Ghost in the Shell movie?" as Alex put a lot of work into that article. And then I added asinine comments, as I am wont to do.I really don't have a preference at this point as to who should play the Major. I'd like a Asian actress to play her, given that's her character in the manga and movies, but since this is a major Hollywood movie, that's not going to happen. Just as long as it's not Kristen Kreuk. I do think Clancy Brown might make a good Batou, though. Also, check out Dane's articles on Soviet Animation and Foreign Films. Good stuff. Lathers Blathers - After six months, Rich "Lather" Tatarek has come out of hiding and has graced us with another episode. Fignuts. I was enjoying having marginally higher feedburner statistics than him. I guess it goes to show the relative qualities of our shows. I'd be petty and start arching him but I'm already being petty and arching Anime Pacific, and I don't have time for two archenemies. Ah well. Musical AccompanimentThe song played was Rock N Roll Man by Mr. Nasty Thanks for listening! Comments

Up a Paddle - Episode 82 - Busting Makes Me Feel Good

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 22:43:00 +0000

This week I talk about the "dark spectre of moe"*, manga possessing your cell phone and I review Ghostbusters for the PS3. NewsAccording to one poll, otaku guys prefer moe and otaku gals prefer robot shows. I have obtained a video of the horrible future that will result when the two ideas are inevitably combined to form a marketing juggernaut in Japan:Shueisha to sell manga on US Phones next year. If I had bothered to re-read the article before talking about it on the podcast, I would have realized that Shueisha is partnering up with Microsoft to do this, so their manga will most likely not be appearing on the iPhone. Nuts, and I'm all set to get one when my current contract expires.Fun Video of the EpisodeI didn't actually mention this video in the episode but I think it's fitting. Ghostbusters - The PremakeSpeaking of spooky movies from the 40's, does anyone know where I can find a copy of Gildersleeve's Ghost? I caught part of it late on Halloween night and I want to see the rest. There was an invisible woman and a gorilla for some reason. ReviewGhostbusters: The GameAnd for the curious amongst you, this is what the Filmation version of the Ghostbusters was like:It was an all right cartoon but it just wasn't the Ghostbusters.EDIT: In my review I said that Ray Gossett Jr. did the Ghostbusters theme. This is wrong. Ray Parker Jr. did the theme. I'm not sure why I got those names mixed up.Contact InfoYou can email me at upapaddle@gmail.com and check out my Twitter feed at http://twitter.com/upapaddle. Promotional Consideration given to:Playswitch.com - Listen to hear a promo code for 5 free Switchbucks when you sign upAnime 82 - Regan, release another episode already, dammit! Also, release a single from your band Nero. Musical Accompaniment:The Ghost in Room 11 by BobThanks for listening!* I can't remember if AWO or Fast Karate coined that particular phrase, but one of them deserves the credit for that particular phrase. Comments

Up a Paddle - Episode 81 - A Yokai

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 11:44:00 +0000

(It has to be pronounced A-OK in order for the joke to work ... which it doesn't).This week I talk about pandas and their relevance to my gaming purchases, Leggo my Lego, the seeing of the Astro boy movie (because I told you to damn it), and I also review Hakaba Kitaro just in time for Halloween ... next year. PreambleHappy Belated Halloween everyone! Check out this costume. This could have been me. News Blizzard to add new pets to World of Warcraft. They cost real money like real pets, but less mess. - Here's one in action:Lego Mario - That's a lot of Lego. I must have one.- Here's a previous attempt at Mario in Lego form - Also, not stop motion but still neat Astro Boy - the movie not doing so well. I can't help but think that my review has something to do with the poor sales. Yes, I'm that delusional. Check it out if you get a chance. Fun video of the Episode:The Horribly Slow Murderer with the Extremely Inefficient WeaponWarning: The previous video contains salty language, scenes of violence, and adult situations. View discretion is advised.Site NewsI have aquired Up a Padddle's first ever site deal! If you listen to this episode, you will hear a promo code for 5 free Switch Bucks from Playswitch.com. If you're in the states, I implore you to try it out. Who knows when I'll be able to secure another promo deal like this.Also, listen to the Playswitch.com podcast. Good stuff. Angry DomeAudio promos and you, the podcaster. ReviewHakaba Kitaro How can you not want to watch that show after seeing that opening. If you'd like to learn more about the yokai, check out the following links: - Yokai a Day - Obakemono Project And here's the second costume idea I could have used (Thanks Bob) The Majestic Tanuki in all its Splendor Contact InfoYou can email me at upapaddle@gmail.com and follow me on twitter at http://twitter.com/upapaddle. Also, there's a special deal from http://playswitch.com waiting for you if you listen to this episode. Nifty! Promotional Consideration given to:Anime World Order - If you get chance (and chances are you have already), listen to their "Old Timers of Anime" segments. Let it take you back to a time when men were men and the women were too.As it is, I fear for the otaku of today, what with guys liking moe and girls liking the robit shows. Eeepers Choice (http://eeeperschoice.com and http://capricorntheater.com) - Yes, I know Eeeper hasn't released an episode of either of his podcasts in quite a while but I decided to play his promo anyway. After intensive study of mythology, I've come to the conclusion that his podcasts are dead because we don't believe enough. Clap with me children, Clap! I believe in potatoes! I believe in potatoes!If you haven't yet, check out Eeeper's interview with Helen McCarthy. Good stuff. And just think, this could be your promo played next episode if you only make it readily available on your site. Musical accompaniment provided by:Happy Halloween by Ben TwistedThanks for listening! Comments

Up a Paddle - Episode 80 - Up and Atom

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 02:36:00 +0000

This week I talk about Astro Boy. I also announce the winner of the "Zombie Survival Plan" contest. NewsNew DSi - the DSi LL. I guess my relatives were right. Those darn video games will ruin your eyesight. At least Nintendo has you covered. PS3 to offer Netflix Streaming. I hear they will be offering a similar service as other streaming sites do in Canada. They will provide you with a disc and when you pop it in it will say, "This service is not available in your region" ReviewAstro BoyI guess this movie isn't doing too well theatrically. I may need to go see it again. You should go see it too, or rent it when it comes on dvd. Promotional Consideration given to:Ani-Gamers - For quite a while I wasn't able to get their promo off of their feed but it looks like that has been rectified. Check them out if you haven't already. Also, pro-tip to any other anime podcast that for which I haven't yet played a promo (well amateur-tip, since it's coming from me): If you have a podcast, put a link to your promo on your front page! People can't play your promo if they can't reach it. Animentors - Guys, release another episode already! Get your priorities straight. Podcast, then school. Just like I do (except last week ...)Musical Accompaniment:Im a Robot by Boy Novice Contact InfoYou can contact me by emailing me at upapaddle@gmail.com or by following me on Twitter at http://twitter.com/upapaddle. Thanks for listening! Comments

Up a Paddle - Episode 79 - Yawn of the Dead

Sat, 17 Oct 2009 23:44:00 +0000

It looks like the wrong episode was attached to this blog post. This has been corrected. I apologize for the mix-up. This week I talk about Tatsunoko vs Capcom, doing the Mario, and review Shaun of the Dead, Zombieland and the Zombie Survival Guide. NewsNew characters revealed for Tatsunoko vs Capcom - And once again, the Mach V get's rejected. Captain Lou Albano RIP. Here's the Mario. Commence doing it. I mean "Doing the Mario". Hey, check this outPlayswitch.com, now with online game trading. That's Playswitch.com. ReviewsShaun of the DeadApparently someone beat me to the punch and made a "Vampires don't sparkle" t-shirt. Oh well, on to Get Rich scheme #1653 - Make hug pillows that say "UGUU!" when you "hug" them. They'll be big in Japan, I just know it.ZombielandAfter watching these movies, it has become apparent to me that what we really need to be watching out for, or listening out for, is British narration. When you start hearing British narration, RUN! The best case is that you're stuck in a Planet Earth documentary. Worst case, zombies. Either way, you will be eaten.Zombie Survival Guide - by Max BrooksJust think, this all could be yours if you enter the UAP Zombie Survival Plan contest. Please send in your zombie survival plan to upapaddle@gmail.com and the best entry will be sent a new copy of this book.Contact InfoYou can email feedback to upapaddle@gmail.com and follow me on twitter at http://twitter.com/upapaddle Promotional Consideration:Anime Pacific - Your one-stop source for political commentary. Unless you're looking for discussion about anime in politics. They don't cover that "Japanimation" on their podcast. Why would you think that?Really, what they should do is change the name of their podcast and make a new site. Luke and Elliot's Bearfighting Extravaganza - I just had a horrifying thought - Zombie Bears. Is that what the polar bear's secret is on lost? It's a zombie!?! If not, it should be. Musical AccompanimentZombie Pirates in Love by Tom SmithThanks for listening! Comments

Up a Paddle - Episode 78 - Good, Bad, I'm The One With The Podcast

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 23:58:00 +0000

This week I talk about buying the cow when the milk is free, keeping Domo-kun away from kittens, PLAYSWITCH.COM, and I review Bruce Campbell vs the Army of Darkness and My Name is Bruce. News:Discotek to release Fist of the North Star tv, a Lupin special and Sea Prince and the Fire Child. I forgot to mention that Sea Prince and Fire Princess is a Sanrio production. They make Hello Kitty and more importantly, Ringing Bell. I can't wait to show my nephew that cartoon. It'll screw him up real good.Domo-kun coming to 7-11. Here's the short I mentioned: I need a Domo-kun toque like right now! CONTEST TIMESend in your zombie survival plan, either via voicemail or email, to upapaddle@gmail.com and you could win a copy of "The Zombie Survival Guide" by Max Brooks. All you have to do is give me a few brief sentences describing how you'll be handling the impending zombie apocalypse. I'll be accepting entries until October 27, 2009, so enter now.ReviewsBruce Campbell vs The Army of Darkness Yes, I realize that any self respecting geek has seen this movie already and it doesn't need a review (also, it's over 16 years old), but it was fun to talk about. Also, on retrospect, that trailer spoils an awful lot. Oh well.My Name is Bruce I also realize that Guan Di isn't technically a zombie, although I refer to him as such in the review. My bad. And since I mentioned them, here's some Silly Symphonies:The Skeleton DanceRandom Fact: That was Disney's first Silly Symphony and it was released in 1929.The Old MillThis one was the first Silly Symphony to make use of Disney's multiplane camera. Back in the day, the Silly Symphonies were testing grounds for new animation techniques, much like how Pixar treats their Pixar shorts that you see before each Pixar movie. Contact Info:You can email me at upapaddle@gmail.com, Skype me (Skype ID: upapaddle) or follow me on twitter (http://twitter.com/upapaddle). Promotional Consideration given to:Anime 82 - http://anime82.blogspot.com. Although, with his release schedule as of late, you might have a better chance of catching Regan on Anime Pacific. He left quite the voicemail to Dane and Alex in their latest episode. It was kinda tough to understand him, though, with his ragin' Saskatchewan accent. Which is odd, because I have the same ragin' Saskatchewan accent. And a mellow one, too.The RPGLamer Podcast - http://rpglamer.com. Although, with his release schedule as of late, you might have a better chance of catching Jake on Anime 82 ... See what I did there?Speaking of promoting stuff, I also mentioned in this show how Playswitch.com sent me an email to see if I would be interested in some cross promoting. Eh, why the heck not? Musical Accompaniment:"Just Like Bruce Campbell Did" by Joe Rock Thanks for listening! Comments

Up a Paddle - Episode 77 - Bring Out Your Dead

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 23:58:00 +0000

This week I talk about fighting in the streets, crisises with bubblegum, and zombies. I also review Gungrave. SPOILERS in the review, so caveat emptor. NEWSCrayon Shin-chan creator found dead. RIP. The show must go on, though. There are ass dances to be danced.Super Street Fighter IV Announced. You'll probably be better off waiting for Super Street Fighter IV: Hyper Championship Fighting Turbo Zero vs SNK.Bubblegum Crisis Live Action movie to hire via reality tv show. Just like they did in the original show. How else would a punk rock singer, aerobics instructor, policewoman/pipe-faller-inner, and a lingerie salesperson get together? ReviewGungraveIt's got zombies and gangsters. Why are you still reading this? Go watch the show. NEW CONTEST!!1!Send in a brief description of how you plan to survive the impending zombie apocalypse, either by dropping me an email or a voice mail. They will be played on the podcast and the winner will get a prize (TBD, but trust me, it will be decent). Contact InfoYou can email me at upapaddle@gmail.com, check me out on twitter at http://twitter.com/upapaddle or Skype (skype id: upapaddle). Promotional Consideration:Dave and Joel's Fast Karate For the GentlermanDestroy all Podcasts DX Musical AccompanimentThe song played was Zombie Girl by the QuintessentialsThanks for listening! Comments

No episode this week

Sat, 26 Sep 2009 00:59:00 +0000

There will be no episode of UAP this week as I've been sick with a cold. It's been a struggle to stay awake, let alone record anything. Here's a dramatic re-enactment: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4MbzKnB-XkYAnyway, I feel bad for breaking up my streak of 11 weeks in a row but I haven't given up on the whole weekly release schedule yet. I'll be back next week at the same Bat time, same Bat channel. Comments

No episode this week

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 20:59:00 +0000

Puggy Pugsday - Now with Head Tilting Action

Sat, 19 Sep 2009 02:13:00 +0000

Curious Pugs - watch more funny videosPugs are awesome, and the best thing about Pugs is that you can enjoy their crazy antics and shenanigans on any day of the week. Westies can only wish that they were Pugs That is all Comments

Up a Paddle - Episode 76 - Yippie Kai Yay, Melon Farmers!

Fri, 18 Sep 2009 23:58:00 +0000

This week I talk about hobbits, power rangers, the general geography of Florida and I review Miami Guns. Full show notes can be found at http://upapaddle.comNewsNew Line settles with Tolkien Estate, Hobbit movies to move forward.That's some serious bling bling that they can take all the way to Mordor ... and then drop in into a volcano. I'm not sure where I was going with that.Tommy the Green Ranger to fight in MMA. SPOILER ALERT: It is with great sorrow that I report that, from what I learned from AWO's latest promo, the Green Ranger died. Jason Frank, we hardly knew you. Star Ocean: Last Hope International announced for PS3. That's right, come to UAP for all the latest RPG news. You definitely didn't hear this from the other RPG podcasts yet. Also another thing they forgot to mention, Valkyria Chronicles is awesome. PS3 RPG Developers screwing Microsoft over. Come on Namco Bandai, I want Tales of Vesperia for PS3 now. Could you try screwing Microsoft a little faster? ReviewMiami Guns Visit scenic Florida, land of the podcasters! Visit the majestic mountains, the serene deserts, and prodigious jungles brimming with wildlife! Just be sure to bring your gun. There are Americans in those jungles! To be fair, though, some of them are only there on a cruise.Also, beware of exploding fruit. Contact Info You can contact me at upapaddle@gmail.com, http://twitter.com/upapaddle or skype me at skype id upapaddle. Promotional Consideration given to: Spiraken Manga Review - I don't know why, but for some reason I really like that promo. Fightbait Anime/Video/Westie Podcast - I'm not a big fan of Fightbait's new Westie Wednesday segment as pugs are clearly the superior breed of dog. Yes, every day is Pugsday here at upapaddle.comLook at this little guy, he's dog tired: If you're wondering, that was Ollie the Pug and his blog can be found here. Musical consideration given"If I was a Cop" by Russell WolffThanks for listening! Comments

Puggy Pugsday - Now with Head Tilting Action

Fri, 18 Sep 2009 22:13:00 +0000

Up a Paddle - Episode 75 - Why Do I Only Get Sick During Holidays?

Fri, 11 Sep 2009 23:11:00 +0000

This week I talk about germs, copying floppies,and I review Moyashimon: Tales of Agriculture. NewsNew Sonic game announced. It will reach 0 to suck in less time than it took you to read this.New iPods. I think I'll hold out for the iPhone 3GST. Swine Flu infects PAX. At least the H1N1 stricken people will have plenty of toys to play with at the hospital, provided they are minors of course.Don't Copy that Floppy - The Sequel. Because no one demanded it. Perhaps the RIAA. Anyway, if you listen to a copy of this podcast, your ass will end up in JAIL. Just so you know.Here's the original:ReviewMoyashimon: Tales of Agriculture. This series was made by Studio Shirogumi and Telecom Animation Film. It was directed by YÅichirÅ Yano, who also did some work on Batman: The Animated Series and Tiny Toon Adventures. Awesome sauce. Look at those little guys! Who wouldn't want to be infected by them?On the other hand, watch out for these ne'er-do-wells:Also, don't crap in your fields Finally, don't put it in your mouth!And since I mentioned it, you can get Germ Dolls at thinkgeek.comGuess which one is herpes!If you go to www.giantmircrobes.com, they are now offering H1N1. Classy:Contact Info You can also email me at upapaddle@gmail.com, visit the site and leave a comment at http://upapaddle.com, try to skype me with Skype ID upapaddle, or follow me at http://twitter.com/upapaddle Promotional Consideration:Animentors - Prodigious!Anime Pacific - DP-licious!Musical AccompanimentBacteria by Jonathan Coulton Thanks for listening! Comments

Up a Paddle - Episode 74 - What's up, Doc?

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 23:34:00 +0000

This week I talk about Black Jack. The doctor, not the game. Specifically, I talked about "The Four Miracles of Life" specials, which can be streamed legally at Crunchyroll.com. Check them out!NewsDisney buys Marvel. I think the following picture sums the deal up nicely: From Comicmix.com Please, oh please, won't someone think of the rollercoasters?Fantastic Four to get reboot. Whoever green lit this picture should get a good booting. To the head. I guess at least we'll get to see new suits for the FF family, complete with molded nipples. Yes, Thing nipples. Okamiden for the DS - Look at him, he's just a little puppy! Who's a good boy? Who's a good boy? Fetch!Also, he's seemed to attracted a Midna type character. Interesting. Much more interesting than the mention I gave it in the episode, but to be fair, I hadn't seen the trailer when I did my recording.Science news: Saturn's rings will disappear on September 4th, 2009. I blame swing dancing, and the Internet.More Fightsticks on the way. And more after that. And one more for good measure.ReviewBlack Jack: The Four Miracles of Life *Yes, there are only four miracles in life and one of them involves a supercomputer. You can find them at Crunchyroll.com* The specials didn't have this opening sequence but I put it here to give you an idea of what the character designs and animation looked like.Promotional consideration given to:RPGLamer.com - Jake and I are planning on recording another episode together soon, that is if I can be dragged away from Valkyria Chronicles long enough. You brought this on yourself, Jake.Anime World Order - for an indepth, informed review of Black Jack, check out this episode. For more information on the God of Manga himself, Osamu Tezuka, check out this AWO episode. Also, check out the Astro Boy Essays, by Fred Schodt. Good stuff.Musical Accompaniment Doctor by BloomContact InfoYou can email me at upapaddle@gmail.com, visit the blog and leave a comment on the BRAND NEW Comment system DISQUS, follow me at http://twitter.com/upapaddle, or try Skyping me with Skype ID upapaddle. Also, I feel kinda bad for using "What's up, Doc?" without referencing Looney Tunes once, so here's a cartoon.Falling Hare Fans of the old kentcer.com site probably recognize this one as I've posted it on at least one other occasion. I have a particular fondness for this particular Bugs Bunny cartoon as I used to have it on an old vhs tape when I was younger and I used to watch it over and over again. As Bob of WQOQ.com would say, I would have still been in diapers then. The repeat viewings may have been due to the lack of age appropriate vhs tapes in our household. I sure saw Coming to America and Rhustler's Rhapsody a lot, though. Ah, memories.Thanks for listening! Comments

Up a Paddle - Episode 73 - Duck and Cover

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 23:58:00 +0000

This week's episode is all about treasure, and the finding of said treasure. I talk about Cat's Eye, Uncharted: Drakes Fortune, and Zack and Wiki: Quest for Barbaros Treasure. News Trailer for Dragon Ball MMORPG released. I forgot to mention that it's being released in Korea, but I can see this one making it's way over to North America in the near future. Here's the trailer:Professor Layton 4 to have unlockable RPG. 100 hours. That's a lot of math homework for Layton to be doing.More Mahoromatic on the way ... for some reason.ReviewsCat's Eye - Unfortunately I can't find a trailer for this on Youtube. I was really hoping to find the ending song too so you could see the aerobics. Uncharted: Drake's FortuneFor once, I'd like to see a real archaelogist game, with hours upon hours of tedious research and no exciting escapades to speak of. Zack and Wiki: Quest for Barbaros TreasureYes, that's a golden flying talking monkey. You'd think that would be worth far more money than any other treasure in the game.Contact Information: You can email me at upapaddle@gmail.com, go to the blog and leave a comment at http://upapaddle.com, see me tweet on occassion at http://twitter.com/upapaddle or try to Skype me with Skype ID upapaddle (try being the operative word). Promotional consideration given to: Luke and Elliot's Bearfighting Extravaganza - These guys are valiantly protecting us from our ursine enemies. The ones you really need to watch out for are the pandas. Lather's Blather - He'll be getting a reprieve from my wraith as my true archenemies have dared to show themselves once more. Musical interlude:The song played was The Last Saskatchewan Pirate by the PubcrawlersHere's a video of them performing it: To compare and contrast, here's Captain Tractor's versionI believe this is the version that gets the most radio play I'd be remiss if I didn't mention the Arrogant Worms, who wrote the song in the first place:Thanks for listening! Comments

Up a Paddle - Episode 72 - I Wish I Was Big

Thu, 20 Aug 2009 23:47:00 +0000

This week I talk about a big moose. I also review Fat Princess, Big Man Japan, and Shadow of the Colossus NewsSony PS3 Slim Announced - What they don't tell you is that it they performed liposuction on the features in order to slim it down. Namely, no more Linux. PSP miniS - I may have been mistaken about the capitalization on this one. My bad Funimation to begin re-streaming One Piece. I haven't watched the show for a while but it looks like it is catching up with the manga. So they are just in time to start airing the filler! Hopefully it's just as good as the Naruto filler was. Mmmm, curry of life! Speaking of large things, Here's Mac the Moose. He's glorious And here's a song about Moose Jaw, I've been to Moose Jaw by John WingFat PrincessesI wonder if there would have been an uproar if it had been Disney Princesses. Now that's a game I'd like to see. Big Man JapanBABY JUSTICE!Shadow of the ColossusFull disclosure: for the longest time, I thought the horse's name was Arrow. Boy was that an awkward imaginary conversation between Argo and Wander. Yes, even in video games, I'm awkward. Promotional Consideration given to:Anime82 - Speaking of big things, what happened to Kaiju82? Anime Pacific - They recently updated their site layout. Mark my words, they're up to no good. EDIT: I WAS RIGHT!!!1! Just when I caught up to them in episode count, they release a new episode (with the promise of more to follow). I'm going to have to step up my A game now, and by A I mean Arch Nemesis-ing. Anime World Order - I'm a little surprised the AWO gang aren't doing as well as I would have thought on the Anime on Twitter competition. They're still doing much better than I am, though, since I refuse to submit my own twitter id (http://twitter.com/upapaddle) for consideration. I suppose I should actually start tweeting again, but screw it. Musical Accompaniment:Big in Japan by SupergeneAnd since you demanded it, here's a video of the world's largest pie, circa the 1920's Thanks for Listening

Up a Paddle - Episode 71 - Boys and Their Toys

Thu, 13 Aug 2009 22:53:00 +0000

This week I review G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra and talk about my new toy line: The "Up a Paddle Paddleneers" â with blog action and bitch and moan technology. Send in 14 UPC symbols (and three easy payments of $29.99) and you can get the UAP Paddleboat for Podcast Pete the pirate and Dr. Tentacles to ride in.* May not be available in all areas. News Yu Yu Hakusho Cast Reunites for New Picture Drama. Now if only they could have gotten the animators to re-unite as well, then we could have had a new anime. Steven Spielberg to Produce Halo MovieThis sounds like it could be good, but it would be great if it was Halo: Jurrasic Park IV - Dinos in Space. With Jaws. Just think about the toy possibilities. This is only slightly more ridiculous than the proposed proposed Jurassic Park IV (which must be made)Fun things of the EpisodeOk, they technically aren't mentioned in the episode but they are worth watching just the same.Monster opening in LegoIs there anything that Lego can't do?Kid solves two Rubik's Cubes while playing Guitar Hero on ExpertI'd be happy to be able to do one or the other.ReviewG.I. Joe: The Rise of CobraIf I learned anything from this movie, and I haven't, it's that if you get drafted into a super secret military organization, get a codename as soon as possible. It doesn't matter if your name is Flamer or Seabed Wetter, at least you'll live.Also, here's the Looney Tunes cartoon I mentioned:The High and FlightyPromotional Consideration given to:Spiraken Manga Review http://spiraken.podbean.com RPGLamer podcasthttp://rpglamer.com Animentorshttp://themented.com Musical accompanimentThe Ballad of G.I. Joe by Daniel Strange and Kevin Umbricht Yeah, this is probably better than the movie, but what can you do. You can make some porkchop sandwiches, that's what.Hey Kid! I'm a computer!Thanks for Listening

Up a Paddle - Episode 70 - Endless H8

Thu, 06 Aug 2009 23:24:00 +0000

This week I rant about Haruhi, gush about Horace, leap through "The Girl Who Leapt Through Time", and give you a primer on "Primer". The reviews are a little spoilerific, so caveat emptor. NewsFuturama original voice cast coming back, for sure this time. RUMOR: 4Kids for Sale. Whenever I think of 4Kids, I think of this flash. The nifty thing is that this was done by TVs Kyle, a frequent contributor to Otaku Generation. I've played a few of his songs on this podcast too. Good stuff.Epic Mickey - It looks epic, to say the least. I just hope that a lot of the concept art makes it into the actual game. Commenting on ControversyI talk about the much maligned Endless Eight saga from The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya. I'm not a fan of it myself, but I don't think I'm taking it as hard as Hitler is:EDIT: Apparently the Endless Eight Saga is coming to an end, after eight episodes. Who'd have thunk it? Anyway, it still sucked. Reviews The Girl Who Leapt Through TimeI haven't been able to time leap myself yet. I think I need to get some more height when I jump before it will work. If I leap from my apartment balcony, that should do it. I'll be back (in time) in a minute ...Ow. Primer I promise if I ever get a time machine, I'll only use it for good. Specifically, I'll beat the makers of Endless Eight with the Smart Stickâ so they'd have had the good sense to not make Endless Eight in the first place. Also, after relistening to this episode, I realized that I went into way more detail in my reviews of these movies than I should have. I guess I need to go back and beat myself with the Smart Stickâ. EDIT: I'd also go back and remind myself to include all the videos in the shownotes that I promised in the show. Here's the Back to the Future comparison: Contact InfoYou can drop me a line at upapaddle@gmail.com, check out the site at http://upapaddle.com, follow me on twitter at http://twitter.com/upapaddle or Skype me at skype id Upapaddle (possibly, I don't know if that's actually working or not).Promotional Consideration given to:Fightbait Anime/Gaming/Uguu PodcastEeepers Choice Anime Roundtable The song played was Taking my Time by Eggshell EgozThanks for listening!

Up a Paddle - Episode 69 - Paging Dr. Tentacles

Thu, 30 Jul 2009 00:34:00 +0000

This week, in honor of reaching a relatively minor and somewhat disturbing podcasting milestone, I review Blue Seed and talk at length about cephalopod anatomy.News Futurama - original cast MAY be back, according to John Dimaggio. Well, he hinted at it anyway. It seems like every time I report a Futurama story, it's retracted the next week. EDIT: I was right. The original cast has officially signed on for the new season of Futurama.Halo Anime on the way. Here's a trailer: Here are the trailers for the new Marvel Anime:WolverineIron ManSpeaking of trailers, here's the next Snakes on a Plane: Hot Tub Time MachineWARNING: THIS IS THE RED BAND TRAILER. NSFWMovie news: Battle Angel Alita, still a go. So is live action Akira.Inu Yasha - Final Chapter comingScience news: Blue dye in M&M's may cure spinal cord injuriesAnd oh yeah, I didn't mention this on the show, but there's going to be a new World of Warcraft movie directed by Sam Raimi, who is known for various tentacle scenes. I will watch this over and over again in the theaters if they get Bruce Campbell to play Leeroy Jenkins. That, or a Panderan.Also, I would have mentioned this, but several other podcasters beat me to itReviewBlue Seed. Despite the presence of tentacled beasts, it's a pretty good show. Check it out.Promotional ConsiderationDestroy All Podcasts DX - They've been recently reviewing failed pilot episodes of shows. They really need to talk about Lookwell! Lather's Blather - Thanks to Moonstone of the Animentors, you're witnessing the start of another one sided rivalry. It will be glorious. Not really. For those of you who are interested in how the numbers break down, here's a nifty little chart. I added in the I Luv The 80's podcast as well since I'm also planning on throwing down with Eeeper, because I'm evil like that.Greatest Movie Ever - Of course, the Greatest Movie Ever is Rustler's Rhapsody, starring Tom Berenger. The song played was Tentacle Show by The TentaclesContact Info You can contact me at upapaddle@gmail.com, comment on the blog at http://upapaddle.com, follow me on twitter at http://twitter.com/upapaddle or skype me. Skype ID: upapaddle. Thanks for listening!

Up a Paddle - Episode 68 - The One With A Cohost

Thu, 23 Jul 2009 02:46:00 +0000

This week I'm joined by Jake the Rootbeer King from RPGLamer (http://RPGLamer.com). We discuss Canadian Heritage Minutes, candy, and go over this summer season's new anime release. This is my idea of a Canadian JokeSasquatches ... IN THE FUTURENewsValkyria Chronicles 2 headed for the PSPFunimation licenses 4 more Detective Conan moviesBlack Lagoon 3rd Season to be OVA Bandai reveals license for Kannagi - Crazy Shrine MaidensFuturama - Coming back with different voice cast? Summer 2009 Anime Previews (not necessarily in the order we previewed them)Umi Monogatari - Mermaids that walk on land and have legs. So I'm assuming the fish half is on top.Aoi Hana - Yuri the only one for me. If only that song was podsafe, then we wouldn't have had to hit the old unicorn well two too many times.Bakemonogatari - Wherein several school supplies are thrown around. If only I would have caught a thesaurus I could have remembered to call them school supplies and not school implementsNeedless - I'm sure this joke has been already made before, but this show is needless. It did not need to be made. Charger Girl Ju-den - If you love Magical Girl shows where the girls wet themselves a lot, you need psychiatric help. Canaan - Wherein I break out my knowledge of the book of Genesis. Genesis has a lot more moe in it now than I remembered. Elementhunters - Wherein we drop our impressive scientific acuity on your asses. CHON indeed.Tokyo Magnitude 8.0 - We're all shook up. Plus, apparently the one about the blue koala is called PÃnÃlope tÃte en l'air. But I'm sure you'd much rather reminisce about The Noozles Promotional Consideration given to: - Dave and Joel's Fast Karate for the Gentlemen (http://daveandjoel.com) - The AniMentors (http://themented.com) - Anime Pacific (http://anipac.blogsome.com) - Spiraken Manga Review (http://spiraken.podbean.com)Musical Accompaniment Maple Leaf Rag by Jeanne Backofen Craig My Unicorn Song by Tom Smith Unicorn in C Major by Stucky and Murray Contact Info You can email me at upapaddle@gmail.com, skype me (user id upapaddle) or follow me on twitter (http://twitter.com/upapaddle) And of course, please check out Jake's show at http://RPGLamer.com. The site so nice I plugged it twice. Thanks for listening!

Up a Paddle - Episode 67 - Noodling Around

Thu, 16 Jul 2009 00:00:00 +0000

This week I talk about the wonder that is instant ramen noodles and I review Ramen Fighter Miki and Neko Rahmen. Full show notes can be found at http://upapaddle.com. The NewsCharger Girl Juuden Chan censored. Not censored enough for my liking. Mario Mararthon - At first it seemed like a marathon I might be in good enough shape for, but now I'm not so sure. Still, good on these guys for raising so much money for charity. Street Fighter IV -- unbalanced? Dan says yes!Speaking of Rolling with Sagat ... (nsfw) I'll count this as the fun video of the episode.Reviews Ramen Fighter Miki Yes, my former job was just as exciting and deadly as this was. Here's the trailer:You can see the episodes on Anime News Network or on Youtube. FOR FREE!!!1!Neko RahmenI didn't see video for the cartoon on Youtube, but did find this trailer for the Live Action movieI think it's pretty clear that this will be awesome. Here's the link for Neko Rahmen on Crunchyroll.comAnd as promised, here's Hard Gay, Razor Ramon (probably nsfw):EDIT: When I was talking about Naruto, I said Uzumaki meant swirl. I meant to say spiral. That is all.Promotional Consideration given to:Luke and Elliot's Bearfighting Extravaganza (http://www.lukeandelliot.com/)The AniMentors (http://themented.com)Fightbait Videogame and Anime Podcast (http://fightbait.com)Musical AccompanimentThe song played was Pillsbury Cookie Dough by Paul and StormYou can email me at upapaddle@gmail.com, skype me with skype id upapaddle and follow me on twitter at http://twitter.com/upapaddle.Thanks for listening!

Up a Paddle - Episode 66 - Old Timey Fisticuffs

Thu, 09 Jul 2009 01:05:00 +0000

This week I review Hajime no Ippo, an anime about the gentlemanly sport of boxing. I also talk about Smarties, robot girlfriends and the tentacle monsters that love them. NewsBlue Smarties to go extinct - Drat. Doesn't Nestle know that the artificial coloring is what made them taste good?Michael Jackson's arcade collection. Here's more information on each arcade machine. Apparently, MJ even carted around a couple of arcade machines to each tour location. Nifty. Higher definition moon landing footage found. Now you can make out the wrinkles on the Man in the Moon's face. I hope that's his face.Cardboard Tube Samurai in Tekken 6. Yes, this is just as important as the moon landing story.The little engine that could -- the RIAA, defender of the little guys, successfully defended itself against an evil, evil woman who downloaded TWENTY FOUR WHOLE SONGS. Even though they're getting 1.92 million in damages, they really should have requested the death penalty. And she has the nerve to appeal. Ridiculous!Robot Girlfriend for lonely men - No, I'm not buying one. Why do you ask?Sale of rape themed hentai games banned in Japan - In other news, thousands of tentacle monsters are now out of jobs.Fun thing of the episodeFish WaterslideReviews Hajime no Ippo and Hajime no Ippo: New Challenger Here's the opening theme to New Challenger. It should get you properly pumped up for this show.In case you are wondering what boxing is (besides what Canadians do every Dec. 26th), here's an instructional video: The Art of Self DefenceAlso, I didn't talk about the two specials Championship Road and Mashiba vs Kimura. They are both definitely worth checking out as Contact InfoYou can email me at upapaddle@gmail.com, follow me on twitter at http://twitter.com/upapaddle, or skype me (user id: upapaddle). Promotional ConsiderationThe promos played were:Anime Pacific (now AniPac): http://anipac.blogsome.com - You definitely need to check out the latest episode. Dane's up to his neck in diapers in that one, boy howdy. RPG Lamer: http://rpglamer.com - Look forward to Jake guest hosting on an upcoming episode of UAP. Anime82: http://anime82.blogspot.com - He's back! Now bring on the Kaiju love!Musical AccompanimentThe songs played were Maple Leaf Rag by Jeanne Backofen Craigand The Boxer by Carbon LeafThanks for listening!

Up a Paddle - Episode 65b - If AWO Can Do It, Then So Can I ... Only Worse

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 02:03:00 +0000

And by that I mean splitting episodes into two and suffixing each part with a letter, as they are wont to do. Although technically speaking, I recorded both halves at separate times so I probably could have gotten away with calling this a new episode, that is, if it weren't for those meddling kids .... NewsFunimation streaming anime again. But not One Piece yet, so the news story in my last episode is still relevant. New Hajime no Ippo anime on the way. Heck yeah!Tatsunoko vs Capcom - One Character To Be Dropped Due to Licensing. But it's not Gold Lightan, so we're good for now, Internet This is the guy that's being dropped:Admit it, knowing you can't play as him makes you want to all the more.SPACE WEDDING - Well, Zero-G, which is just as weightless. Spring Anime Preview Part 2 BasquashCars that play basketball. Crazy, I say! Crazy!If you want to torture your ears, check out Pun-Colle. Punk songs by Japanese voice actresses. It's as scary as it sounds. Also be sure to check out their take on Nirvana's Smells Like Teen Spirit. For a better cover of the song, check out the Ukelele Orchestra of Great Britain. Restaurant Paradiso If this show is correct, then due to my graying hair and glasses, I should be irresistable to a significant segment of the female population (in Italy, anyway). So yeah, feel free to throw yourselves at me ladies. Cross GameThis show gets a little sad, but remember, there's no crying in baseball! Valkyria Chronicles Based on the Game (and probably manga) of the same name. Like I've said before, it's next on my queue.This is what the game looks like: Review - Mirror's Edge Warning: Playing this game will not make you good at parkour. You'd also need the same shoes that Faith wears in the game. Possibly white pants too, but not after Labour Day. Promotional consideration given to: The Ninja Consultants Podcast (Hey, like from the tv. Of course, the show jumped the shark when the hosts got married)Anime Genesis (the anime podcast equivalent of FIRST!)Anime World Order (following their nomeclature will guarantee that I never reach episode 100 -- as if that was a concern before. Now if I could also copy their consistently high level of quality, I'd be set). Contact Infoemail: upapaddle@gmail.comsite: http://upapaddle.comtwitter: http://twitter.com/upapaddleskype: upapaddle Also, join the Fightbait Forums (http://fightbait.com/forums). To register, email Fightbait (fightbait@gmail.com) and tell'em Kent sent ya for a free forum account. Musical consideration given by:Running in Place by sunspotStill Alive Remix by Sonic EtherSonic the Hedgehog 2: Emerald Zone Remix by Frankiedaman Thanks for listening!

Up a Paddle - Episode 65a - Enough Episodes for Syndication

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 01:56:00 +0000

Like Saturday Morning Cartoons, I finally have enough episodes to be syndicated. And all it took me was three years. If only I had action figures to sell. That would be glorious. Local News Look forward to a "very special" episode of UAP where guest Jake the Root Beer King will say no to drugs and I'll learn what is ok and what is not okay to put in my mouth. Dane, if you're reading this, whatever you are thinking of, that is NOT okay to put in your mouth. This special episode will be powered with the power of the Three Wolf Moon shirt.If the reviews aren't enough to convince you, this educational video should: Also, here's some Histori.ca love: A Part of Our Heritage - Signal Hill, NFLD: News Episode of One Piece illegally copied from Funimation's servers before it was set to stream for free legally. - No one better be streaming this podcast for free, I'll tell you what. Director of Basquash canned - I'm not prepared to rule out the possibility of a chaos dunk here. New iPhone - iPhone 3GS - That's pretty good, but I'm waiting for the eventual iPhone 3GS-US. Just think of the savings. New Futurama! Woot! - There will be 26 new episodes, but to be fair, 25 of those will be pure Hypnotoad. You need to watch all of that to fully appreciate it. Surge in Valkryia Chronicles sales - Seriously, go buy this game. Neat thingys of the episode Autotune the News> Sometimes, I do need an angry gorilla to be angry with me. 80's Ragtime He needs to do a sequel with "Take on Me", amongst other songs.Highlights of E3 MicrosoftProject Natal Left 4 Dead 2 Controversy Nintendo New Super Mario Bros: Wii Metroid: Other M Super Mario Galaxy 2 Wii Vitality Meterhttp://kotaku.com/5275856/the-wii-vitality-sensor-seemsniceSonySony's Motion Sensor DoodadÂ PSP Go Last Remnant Review: Video Games Live Here's some crappy footage from Regina: Here's some better footage of what you can expect: Here's some love for Martin Leung, the Video Game PianistBlindfolded Mario:Go see this concert! Contact Info You can email me at upapaddle@gmail.com, follow me on Twitter at http://twitter.com/upapaddle or find me lurking at http://fightbait.com/forums Also, Skype (username: upapaddle) The promos played were: Anime Roundtable - http://animeroundtable.com AniPac - http://anipac.blogsome.com Spiraken's Manga Review - http://spiraken.podbean.com The songs played were: Chillout ~ Mega Man 2 (OC Remix) by Seduction EDIT: I goofed up when listing the sonic song I played. This is the one that was actually in the background. My bad. Sonic the Hedgehog 'Green Hill Zone (Euroclub '95 Mix)'by Rayza Still, check this one out as well: Sonic the Hedgehog 2: Emerald Zone Remix by Frankiedaman Legend of Zelda overture remix by DJ Pretzel A Tribute to Super Mario Bros 2 by Paolo Cipolla Hopefully I can get part B out in the next week or so, but until then:Get Wild and Tough Get Chance and Luck(Wolf Howl)Thanks for Listening!

Up a Paddle - Episode 64 - When You Wish Upon a Starry Ball

Sat, 30 May 2009 02:03:00 +0000

In this episode I review the cinematic masterpiece that is Dragonball: Evolution. I also do a brief preview of some of the new anime shows that debuted this spring. News! Science NewsIt's a bird! it's a plane! It's a falling toilet seat from the MIR Space Station!If a tree could, it would kill you and every one in your familyThe Duke Nukem Forever Saga3D Realms is closingTake Two Interactive is threatening to sue 3D Realms for closing3D Realms says, "I'm not dead yet!"Yahtzee reviews Duke Nukem Forever Movie NewsBubblegum Crisis Live Action movie in development.Evangelion movie still on the way Video game newsThe Dreamcast is back!Tatsunoko vs Capcom is coming to Region 1Team Ico's latest effort, "Trico", has trailer leakageHere's the trailer for Trico: Neat thing of the episodeLego Yamato Spring Anime 2009 PreviewHayate no Gotoku!! - Second Season - more of the sameNatsu no Arashi! - G-g-g-ghosts!Saki - who would have thought that Mahjong could be so complicated?K-on! - Apparently, exclamation points are the big trend this year in anime. If all goes well, this time next year, the tilde will have its time to shine.Review Dragonball : Evolution Yes, it is as good as it looks! Promos and stuffRPGLamer - Jake, release another episode already! With E3 coming up, I need to know which RPGs to focus on. So far, I'm leaning towards Tales of Vesperia, White Knight Chronicles, and FFXIII for the PS3. Spiraken Manga Review - with the WHEEL OF MANGA. I was a little disappointed to find out it's not about a wheel comprised of various volumes of manga that grows ala Katamari Damacy and crushes all who stands in its way, but it's pretty darn good, nonetheless.Fightbait Anime/Videogame podcast - It's like the pie. From American Pie. It leaves you warm, sticky and satisfied but slightly embarrassed afterwards.The song played was Things are looking up by American HeartbreakOh yeah, here's the hagfish video I promised: Thanks for listening!

Up a Paddle - Episode 63 - The Eighties Club (Not the Breakfast One)

Wed, 01 Apr 2009 06:05:00 +0000

For this episode I decided to record a homage (read: blatantly rip off) of the I Luv the 80s podcast by doing my own 80s related show, because it's the smurfy thing to do. Watch the video below for more information on the Smurfs and Smurfs related video games of the 80. Smurfs: Rescue In Gargamel's Castle. This game is unanimously considered to be the best video game of all time by game historians. So I dusted off an old recording from when I was still in diapers and play it for you to listen to with your ears. Apparently, I reviewed Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure, which was totally excellent and righteous. I talk about some news stories but I have misplaced the links for some of them so I'll edit this post at a later date. I also review an anime from the 80's that creeped the hell out of me, with a name that roughly translates to "The Lurking Horror". Please don't click on the aforementioned link until you have heard the review and have properly prepared yourself, both mentally and spiritually, for the horror that awaits. The review itself may be a little rambly and nonsensical, but that is only due to the psychological scars that the anime inflicted on me as a kid. Rest assured, I will ensure that this cycle of forcing children to watch these cruel and frightening shows will continue with my nephkids when they are born (don't know the gender yet). There's some other stuff in the podcast, but I kinda drifted in and out when recording so I can't recall off hand what it may be.Oh yeah, I played a promo for the Hello Kitty Island Adventure podcast and one for myself. Please note that some of the clips I included in my promo may have been taken slightly out of context. Nevertheless, you should harass the podcasters that those said clips originated from.So I also played the song King of Kong by Tvs Kyle.If you want to contact me you can email me at upapaddle@gmail.com, go to http://upapaddle.com or even follow my twitter at http://twitter.com/upapaddle. If you are feeling especially rambunctious, you can leave a review in the iTunes directory or even send me in content. If you are looking to lower the standards of your own podcast (if you have one), contact me and I may be able to send you some content.Oh yeah, the trivia question for this episode was "which movie had the phrase "His elevens are up" and what does it mean? No fair using Google. Thanks for listening!

Up a Paddle - Episode 63 - The Eighties Club (Not the Breakfast One)

Wed, 01 Apr 2009 02:05:00 +0000

Up a Paddle - Episode 62 - Business Milk

Thu, 26 Mar 2009 03:17:00 +0000

This episode I review Flower, Noby Noby Boy, and ramble about Street Fighter: The Legend of Chun Li. News:Blood: The Last Vampire Trailer - I bet it'll suck. Ok, that was lame. Moving on ...Professor Layton: The First Movie - This movie better be faithful to the game. I fully expect at least one scene where Layton and his boy ward swap the furniture in their hotel rooms.Gokusen: The Movie - They really need to get a cameo with Great Teacher Onizuka in this, since they're pretty much the same show. The same awesome show. Dragon Ball Kai - Dammit, they're cropping the picture to 16:9 again. I was looking forward to this, too.Cow Urine Soda- suddenly Cucumber Pepsi doesn't sound so bad.Items of interest:Don't Sh*t your Pants Man v FoodI can't help but think the two are somewhat related. ReviewsFlower See, I bet you're relaxed now. I know I am. Noby Noby Boy ("Taste the Rainbow")Now I'm just confused. Street Fighter: The Legend of Chun Li Yes, keen observers, the above clip is not from the movie. However, it is infinitely better than the movie and much more worth your time.See Kristen Kreuk, those are Chun Li thighs!The promos played were:Eeeper's Choice (http://eeeperschoice.com)Weeaboobies (http://bumbleberry.org)Anime 82 (http://anime82.blogspot.com)The songs played were:Malcos - Reinterpretation (Ryu Stage) [1:50] - Mirror Sixto Sounds - Made in U.S.A. (Ken Stage)AE - Street Market (Chun-Li Stage) José the Bronx Rican - Single Ladies, Clap Your Hands (Chun-Li Ending 2) Big Giant Circles & Justin R. Coleman - Combat and Service (Guile Stage) zircon - Flying Heaven (Fei Long Stage) Malcos & Red Tailed Fox - Army Girl (Cammy Stage) Neostorm - Sexy Trunks (Balrog Stage) Malcos - Tribute to the Master (M. Bison Stage)And all are available at OCRemix.orgYou can email me at upapaddle@gmail.com or vist the site at http://upapaddle.com. You can also check me out at http://twitter.com/upapaddle and find me lurking (and occasionally posting) at Fightbait Anime Podcast Forums. Seriously, join the forums, they're good stuff. Thanks for listening!

Up a Paddle - Episode 62 - Business Milk

Wed, 25 Mar 2009 23:17:00 +0000

This episode I review Flower, Noby Noby Boy, and ramble about Street Fighter: The Legend of Chun Li. News:Blood: The Last Vampire Trailer - I bet it'll suck. Ok, that was lame. Moving on ...Professor Layton: The First Movie - This movie better be faithful to the game. I fully expect at least one scene where Layton and his boy ward swap the furniture in their hotel rooms.Gokusen: The Movie - They really need to get a cameo with Great Teacher Onizuka in this, since they're pretty much the same show. The same awesome show. Dragon Ball Kai - Dammit, they're cropping the picture to 16:9 again. I was looking forward to this, too.Cow Urine Soda- suddenly Cucumber Pepsi doesn't sound so bad.Items of interest:Don't Sh*t your Pants Man v FoodI can't help but think the two are somewhat related. ReviewsFlower See, I bet you're relaxed now. I know I am. Noby Noby Boy ("Taste the Rainbow")Now I'm just confused. Street Fighter: The Legend of Chun Li Yes, keen observers, the above clip is not from the movie. However, it is infinitely better than the movie and much more worth your time.See Kristen Kreuk, those are Chun Li thighs!The promos played were:Eeeper's Choice (http://eeeperschoice.com)Weeaboobies (http://bumbleberry.org)Anime 82 (http://anime82.blogspot.com)The songs played were:Malcos - Reinterpretation (Ryu Stage) [1:50] - Mirror Sixto Sounds - Made in U.S.A. (Ken Stage)AE - Street Market (Chun-Li Stage) JosÃ the Bronx Rican - Single Ladies, Clap Your Hands (Chun-Li Ending 2) Big Giant Circles & Justin R. Coleman - Combat and Service (Guile Stage) zircon - Flying Heaven (Fei Long Stage) Malcos & Red Tailed Fox - Army Girl (Cammy Stage) Neostorm - Sexy Trunks (Balrog Stage) Malcos - Tribute to the Master (M. Bison Stage)And all are available at OCRemix.orgYou can email me at upapaddle@gmail.com or vist the site at http://upapaddle.com. You can also check me out at http://twitter.com/upapaddle and find me lurking (and occasionally posting) at Fightbait Anime Podcast Forums. Seriously, join the forums, they're good stuff. Thanks for listening!

Up a Paddle Promo - Take 2

Sat, 21 Mar 2009 12:40:00 +0000

Hey gang, here's promo number two for my podcast. This one is supposed to replace the prior one "Ow, my buccaneers", as that one contained information that has proven to be false. The phrases "weekly podcast" and "Podcast Pete" come to mind.Please let me know what you think of the new promo. Also, if you like it, give it a spin on your podcast if you have one.I'm post dating it so hopefully downloads of the latest episode are not affected.Thanks for listening!

Up a Paddle - Episode 61 - The Protector Of Stuff

Tue, 03 Feb 2009 19:11:00 +0000

Up a Paddle - Episode 61 - The Protector of StuffThis episode I go over the official Up a Paddle 2008 Awards, talk about new years resolutions, read out email correspondence, bandy about a few shoutouts and review The Tower of Druaga: The Aegis of Uruk.The Up a Paddle Best of 2008 Awards:Wherein I discuss the games and movies that won the coveted UAP Seal of Approval. The royal seal: You know you want one. The Resolutions:Wherein I discuss my previous New Year's resolution (to learn the words to Yo Ho Yo Ho A Pirate's Life for Me - I succeeded - Woot) and I also discuss my resolutions for this year. One of them would be quite easy if a talented anime podcaster in my area started up a con of his own, possibly centered around 80's anime, perhaps. Stuff I'm looking forward to in 2009Street Fighter IV. It's almost here too. City Hunter Live Action TV Show - Get Wild and Tough Stuff I'm not really looking forward to:Street Fighter the Legend of Chun Li - I just don't see how it could top the finest live action performance of Chun Li ever: Still better than the Van Damme version The NewsFunimation licenses everything, ever. Funimation laying off employees, along with Bandai and most other anime distributors in NA.Nintendo reveals online video service in Japan. Don't have an engram, man! Bart Simpson used as a marketing tool for Scientology The ShoutoutsI gave a shoutout to a lot of the podcasters on the right sidebar there. If I didn't give you a shoutout or felt the quality of your shoutout was lacking, I apologize. Please contact me and I'll fix it. Just so we're clear, I won't play your promo or link you if I don't listen to you regularly and enjoy what I'm hearing. So if you're on the side bar, I think you're just nifty and other people should too. Teh FunnyWe Name Him Hanabi - He gon BROW UP I am a building The review - The Tower of Druaga: The Aegis of UrukHere's episode 1: Tower of Druaga - The Aegis of Uruk - Episode 1 Also, please note the Tentacle Grape link on the right sidebar. If you click the link and buy the pop, you get pop and I get money, so good deal. Tentacle Grape Soda - Violate your Thirst. (I came up with that slogan btw, but you can use it too). The promos played were:The RPGLamer Podcast: http://rpglamer.comFightbait Anime Podcast: http://fightbait.comSpiraken Manga Review Podcast: http://spiraken.podbean.comThe song played was Ya Famous by George HrabYou can email me at upapaddle@gmail.com with questions, comments and concerns. For those of you not currently looking at this at http://upapaddle.com, you can visit the site at http://upapaddle.comYou can also IM me using upapaddle@gmail.com. I can't guarantee I'll be available often but I'll try my best. Also, for some reason, I joined twitter. http://twitter.com/upapaddle. Expect me to lose interest in about a week but until then, oh boy! Thanks for listening!

Up a Paddle - Episode 61 - The Protector Of Stuff

Tue, 03 Feb 2009 14:11:00 +0000

Up a Paddle - Episode 60 - Pop Goes the Podcast

Wed, 31 Dec 2008 14:27:00 +0000

Up a Paddle - Episode 60 â Pop Goes the PodcastAKA the Summer Movie RoundupWARNING â the sound quality on this episode is not good. The headset I used is apparently a little worse for wear and pops and crackles abound. Snap is unavailable for comment. So if you have to turn this one off, I'll understand. NewsJapanese scientists can read your mind.Burger King's new scent â Flame- This kinda reminded me of the below video: They Are Made Out Of Meat Stereoscopic 3D for Playstation 3- The following video is useful for explaining what Stereoscopic 3D is: The Intermission: Part 2 of 3Random FactDonald Duck's family tree is huge. Check it outhttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Duck_familyhttp://duckman.pettho.com/tree/american.html Summer Movie RoundupI briefly discuss Hancock, The Incredible Hulk, Wall-E and The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian.Here"s the best clip out of these movies, and possibly any movie this year: FOR ASLAN!Of course, the best bear clip ever is still this: Acting at it's finestA close second is this: How can that be?EDIT: I almost forgot this clip:Oh look, an eagle!Promo timeI finally attempted a new promo. Unfortunately, itâs not really usable as the sound quality in this episode sucks. Let me know if this is good or not. If it is, Iâll re-record it and post it for download. I also played promos for Anime Roundtable (www.animeroundtable.com) and Anime Genesis (www.anime-gen.com)The song played was Mr. Lovely by Beth Thornley You can contact me at upapaddle@gmail.com or visit the podcast site at http://upapaddle.comThanks for listening!

Up a Paddle - Episode 59 - How to Peel a Banana

Sun, 07 Dec 2008 23:57:00 +0000

Up a Paddle - Episode 59 - How to Peel a BananaHey gang, I'm back with another episode. This episode is bananas. Cavendish, to be specific.After receiving I give a brief rundown about the plight of the Cavendish and what you can do to stop its demise (not much, really).The newsDragon Ball movie photo leaked: Check it out here (SPOILER)Faith of Mirror's Edge fan updateNew Dragon Ball OVA streaming. Also, One Piece Romance Dawn streaming as well. Note: You will need to download the Jumpland Browser.Naruto to be streamed subbed legally, one week after the episode is released in Japan. Professor Layton anime movie on the way. Live Action Neko Ramen movie trailer streamed. New Fullmetal Alchemist anime to premier in April. The Government of Canada has been pro-rogued.ReviewsThe World Ends With YouCheck out the trailer hereGrave of the Fireflies Note: there are some spoilers so if you want to skip it, it runs from 32:35 - 37:48 Check out the trailer herePromos PlayedLather's BlatherRPG LamerSong: Passion Fruit (Go Bananas) by Brain BuketEmail: upapaddle@gmail.comSite: http://upapaddle.com

Time Keeps Rolling On

Mon, 01 Dec 2008 05:37:00 +0000

Hey gang, this is just a quick note to say that, no I'm not dead yet and another episode is on the way. I have some homework to wrap up and then I should be able to record. The show notes are written though, so it shouldn't take too long. In the meantime, here's an unrelated video:See more funny videos and funny pictures at CollegeHumor.See you later this week,Kent

Time Keeps Rolling On

Mon, 01 Dec 2008 00:37:00 +0000

Up a Paddle - Episode 58 - Silent but Deadly

Wed, 08 Oct 2008 21:46:00 +0000

Up a Paddle - Episode 58 - Silent But DeadlyAKA Adventures in OtakudomAKA I saw a movie. Yay me!This week, I review Death Note: The Movie. I also give props and shoutouts to other anime podcasts, both old and new.News- Did the LHC end all life as we know it?- Toonami's goes bye bye- I want a Nintendo DSi. - Rereleases of Gamecube games on the WiiShoutoutsFirst, to Anime Pacific. Dane, regarding your comments to me in the past month, I feel that the first part of the following video adequately describes my reaction to said comments:Also, here's Shake that Body.I don't know why, but that song's been stuck in my head. Takes me back to the good old days of high school volleyball. That song was played constantly.Next, props to Anime 82. Keep the Anime Love strong and check out his podcast. Of course, it's more than likely you were linked here from his site, so in that case, just keep on doing what you're doing.New Podcasts:Be sure to check out The Fightbait Anime Podcast, RPG Lamer (now with podcast), and Weeaboobies. They will be added to the blogroll shortly.Review: Death NoteHere's the trailer:Song: Shake it by Metro StationContact Info:Email: upapaddle@gmail.comSite: http://upapaddle.com

Up a Paddle - Episode 57 - All You Need Is Ai

Sun, 31 Aug 2008 22:44:00 +0000

Up a Paddle - Episode 57 - All You Need Is AiThis episode I talk about freaky contact lenses, superhero anime, and the anime podcast drought (there's a drought because I say there's one). I also review the anime Planetes (and mispronounce the name several times)NewsAnime Contact Lenses - Check out the picture at the link. It looks like she's staring into your soul. Rock Band 2 and Guitar Hero IV will have peripheral compatibilitySuperman Reboot - Looks like they are trying really hard to screw this one up again.Tiger Woods walking on water. The video pretty much explains it all.Here's a link to the video I mentioned. Iron Man and Wolverine anime on the way. Rumor: The Muppets coming back to TV?Next, I talked about what I'm watching. And that is The Middleman. Seriously, check this show out. Good stuff.The promos played this episode were:Viga the Otagal - http://vigatheotagal.blogspot.comOtakugeneration - http://otakugeneration.netFanboyhell - http://fanboyhell.comThe songs played were:Space Monkey by Jim Hodgsonand Anime Eyes by Blip Blip Beep was briefly heard Blip Blip Bleep "Anime Eyes" (mp3) from "Wireless" (Undercover Culture Music) Buy at iTunes Music Store Buy at eMusic Buy at Napster Buy at Rhapsody Buy at Amazon Buy at GroupieTunes More On This AlbumYou can also email me at upapaddle@gmail.com.Thanks for Listening!

Up a Paddle - Episode 56 - Yeah, I'm Kinda Evil

Thu, 31 Jul 2008 23:56:00 +0000

Up a Paddle - Episode 56 - Yeah, I'm Kinda Evil In this episode I do a rundown of E3 and talk about videogames and such. Also, I talk about certain tendancies of mine. Evilish tendancies. NewsMarvel vs Capcom 3 closer than we think?Animeondvd.com sold to mania.com. Live action Cowboy Bebop film in development Games for Windows Live goes free FeedbackProps to Anime 82Check out his podcast at http://anime82.blogspot.com DS Tool. No, not me*. Go here to see it in all it's glory* Thanks to Bob of wqoq.com fame for this link and that joke. Eeeper's comment on Episode 55. About the evil.http://eeeperschoice.com and http://capricorntheater.com Well, you want evil, you got it, albeit in the form of random slightly disturbing videos. So, in no particular order: Pom Poko. "Mommy, why isn't that raccoon wearing any pants?" Disney stuff is the best. Speaking of Disney stuff:Walt Disney's The Menstruation Story Worms in a guy's stomach - WARNING - Video is exactly what I said. People with weaker temperaments beware.The green stuff in his stomach is a nice touch. And, because Wii Fit Girlfriend got you all hot and bothered, here's the sequel:Wii Fit Boyfriend See more funny videos at CollegeHumor Be sure to check out Dr. Horibble's Sing along blog (now on iTunes).http://www.drhorrible.com/ Putting this video on hulu.com after I downloaded on iTunes, now that's evil. Well played, Whedon. Random FactSurgeons who grew up playing video games make 37 percent fewer mistakes E3In this segment I give a rundown of of the E3 conferences. Fortunately, Penny Arcade has already done a much better job of this. Check out this comic for more details.http://penny-arcade.com/comic/2008/7/16/ Here's the wikipedia article on the spanking machine I mentioned. I did not realize how depraved the thing was until I learned it also has a kancho mode. For more information on kanchos, go to Gaijin Smash, a blog written by an American that taught English in Japan. There's some pretty wild stories in there. Back to my show, I also go on a bit of a rant (I know, I never rant, but I guess there's a first time for everything) about why E3 is a flawed concept. Random FactMario was named after Mario Segale, the landlord of Nintendo of Americaâs office, who barged in on a company meeting demanding an overdue rent. Bragging RightsI bought a PS3. Booyah! It was consumer whorism at its finest. If you are looking for sweet video game deals (and in Canada), check out the Redflagdeals.ca. Also, check out CheapAssGamer.com. Quickie Game ReviewMonopoly for the Ipod. Promos: Two Girls and a Podcast (http://twogirlsandapodcast.libsyn.com). No cups involved (thank God).However, AniPac (http://animepacific.blogspot.com) is caveat emptor in regards to this. Contact InfoEmail: upapaddle@gmail.com Podcast blog: http://upapaddle.com Song played: Dead Nintendo by Possible Oscar Since I'm not completely evil, here's Pug vs Cat. Cute. Thanks for listening! Evil!

Up a Paddle - Episode 55 - Scary Tales

Sun, 13 Jul 2008 21:37:00 +0000

Up a Paddle - Episode 55 - Scary TalesIn this episode I go over the announcements at Anime Expo, discuss the relative hotness of Disney Princesses, and play a segment recorded back on Easter. I also review Enchanted and Monster, because this is the Monster/Fairy Tales episodes.Here's the time codes if you want to skip ahead. I know I would:0:00 Intro0:35 The NewsAmerican Death Note Movie In Development. It will be interesting to see how this turns out. Will it end up crap like other crappy J-Horror to American Horror movies? We'll have to wait and see.More rumblings about Arrested Development movie. We need an Arrested Development movie. Come on! Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time: The Movie: The GameThere are layers upon layers here I can't even begin to comprehend.Capcom vs TatsunokoThis looks like it will be an awesome game. Heck, even Morrigan from Darkstalkers has updated graphics. That hasn't happened for at least 13 years. Also there's the Gold Lightan LoveGold Lightan is in the game. Mach 5 is next. I'm sure of it.Gold Lightan Rap linkSo yeah, check out Anime 82. I really need to watch me some Gold Lightan.Sporn (NSFW)This is why we can't have nice things, Internets. Of course, this is just the tip of the iceberg. Can you imagine what these deviants and onanists are cooking up next. I shudder to think of it. This monstrousity causes me to shudder as well:Pedobear videoWhat has 4chan wrought?Since that was disturbing, I thought I'd bring back teh actual sexy here with Wii Fit Girlfriend It's almost hypnoticNow, on to Anime News: Geneon is back ... Kind ofADV is also getting titles distributed by FunimationFunimation NewsFunimation sure is making out like a bandit in all of this. Must be all of that Fullmetal Alchemist and Dragon Ball Z money that they have lying around.ADV NewsI'm not dead yet!Bandai Visual, now part of Bandai EntertainmentBandai NewsI was really hoping that Bandai would have learned from Bandai Visual's failed marketing tactics, but I guess they aren't going to.Imaginasian NewsOn the other hand, this was a business model I wish would have worked. Order a dvd and it's made for you. That's it for news11:45 Email, AwesomeJust like the moviesFirst off I read an email from Maestro Davinci. I'm not sure but hoping this is the site you referred to in your email. If not, please send in the right one.http://www.moddb.com/Judging by his email address, this is also a site he is affiliated with:http://jp-studios.comHere's the mod I mentionedSuper Smash Bros DSSuper Smash Bros Rumble in the Jungle18:28 Promo - Dave and Joel's Fast Karate for the Gentlemenhttp://daveandjoel.com19:15 Little Brother ChallengeAdmittedly, not the best challenge so far. I should have sprung for the large eggs.29:40 Disney Princess Poll. It's coming down finally. Ding Dong the Witch is Dead. 35:49 Promoish sort of thing - I Luv the 80's. And I do. Hopefully after this, I'm not banned from listening to the podcast. 38:13 Review - Enchanted41:45 Review - MonsterANN Entry for MonsterWatch this show, darn it!Here's the show opening for Monster, so you can get an idea of the character designs:Monster Opener1:00:01 Destroy All Podcasts DX promo1:01:55 Wrap Up1:03:10 Monster by Matchbook RomanceRandom FactOn Sesame Street, Bert's goldfish were named Lyle and TalbotRandom FactKermit the Frog was left handedContact InfoEmail: upapaddle@gmail.comSite: http://upapaddle.comYeah, this episode kinda got away from me, in terms of quality and coherence, but at least it's over. Until the next recording, anyway. Bwuah ha ha!Thanks for listening!

Up a Paddle - Special - Winging It

Mon, 30 Jun 2008 21:08:00 +0000

Up a Paddle - Special - Winging itIn this special, I catch up with what's been happening with me lately. I've been working, studying, traveling, and being sick. Fun. Anyhoo, I did get to New York and I talk about it in the special. Also, I start a series of game reviews.This episode is a bit different than what I normally do. I'm without a script on this one. I hope it is coherent. If this experiment goes well, I might try doing it more often in order to get back on some sort of a schedule.Don't worry, episode 55 is still on the way. In the meantime, here's the flickr photos I was talking about: .zg_div {margin:0px 5px 5px 0px; width:117px;} .zg_div_inner {border: solid 1px #000000; background-color:#ffffff; color:#666666; text-align:center; font-family:arial, helvetica; font-size:11px;} .zg_div a, .zg_div a:hover, .zg_div a:visited {color:#3993ff; background:inherit !important; text-decoration:none !important;} zg_insert_badge = function() { var zg_bg_color = 'ffffff'; var zgi_url = 'http://www.flickr.com/apps/badge/badge_iframe.gne?zg_bg_color='+zg_bg_color+'&zg_person_id=27049090%40N05&zg_set_id=72157606131410432&zg_context=in%2Fset-72157606131410432%2F'; document.write(''); if (document.getElementById) document.write('What is this?'); } zg_toggleWhat = function() { document.getElementById('zg_whatdiv').style.display = (document.getElementById('zg_whatdiv').style.display != 'none') ? 'none' : 'block'; document.getElementById('zg_whatlink').style.display = (document.getElementById('zg_whatdiv').style.display != 'none') ? 'none' : 'block'; return false; } www.flickr.com zg_insert_badge(); This is a Flickr badge showing items in a set called New York. Make your own badge here. if (document.getElementById) document.getElementById('zg_whatdiv').style.display = 'none'; The promo was for http://anime-gen.com and http://animediet.net.The song was "What If I Get Sick" by New SenseContact Infoemail: upapaddle@gmail.comsite: http://upapaddle.comblog: http://kentcer.comThanks for listening!

Up a Paddle - Episode 54b - I am Virtua Boy

Sun, 11 May 2008 23:50:00 +0000

Episode 54b - I Am Virtua BoyThis episode I review Virtua Fighter: The Anime and Iron Man. Email Awesome:In this segment I talk about my April Fools day episode and why Cloverfield, although a great movie, has unlikable protagonists (unless you consider the monster the protagonist, in which case he is just cuddly).NewsNew Dragonball animeI was right dagnammit! However, I may have been technically incorrect when I said it was for a Jump Festa. It appears to be for "Jump Super Anime Tour"Bandai Entertainment has licensed Gurren LagannGurren Lagann movie named, datedTengen Toppa Gurren-Lagann: Guren-hen For September 6th in JapanYep, I really like the Lagann.Guillermo Del Toro to direct Hobbit films. One W00t! to silence them all.Myst movie comingDreamworks aquires rights to live action Ghost in the Shell. Steven Spielberg producing.Neko Ramen live action movie.Because you can't go wrong with live action movies about cartoon cats.... Oh waitNintendo channel releasedRandom Fact:In one day an average person will take about 18,000 steps.Now for a brief interlude:Mario Brother's Plumbing by Smart Bomb Radio:ReviewsVirtua FighterWikipedia's Entry For this ShowThis is a great show and you guys should really check it out. I have a feeling I forgot to talk about the fighting in this show in my review. It was glorious. The moves looked realistic and it was quite enjoyable to watch.Here's what the show looks like:Virtua Fighter OpeningAlso, here's the Mortal Kombat vs DC TrailerRandom FactIt takes eighteen minutes to cool hot chocolate into a Hershey's Kiss. Iron Manhttp://ironmanmovie.marvel.com/You will believe a man can fly. A third time.Be sure to stay until after the credits, there's a stinger.Random Fact:A U.S. backed government study found that pigs can become alcoholics.Angry Dome: Death of the Best Radio Station everReminderNext episode: Episode 55 - the two year anniversary. Booyah. Please, someone send in a feedback. Something to validate UAP's existence (and by extension, my own). Maybe a email to upapaddle@gmail.com. Maybe a comment at the blog (http://upapaddle.com). You know, you go guy, congrats, something like that. SongCheer up Emo Kid by Patent PendingPromos:Anime 82 (http://anime82.blogspot.com)Eeeper's Choice (http://eeeperschoice.com)* I'm really looking forward to Eeeper's new project, Capricorn Theatre (http://capricorntheater.com) where he reviews movies from the best decade ever, the 80s. And for the record, it's not the best decade because it was the one in which I was born. No, it's the best because that's when Smurfs: Rescue in Gargamel's Castle was released.Chibi Tokyo (http://chibitokyo.libsyn.com/)Email: upapaddle@gmail.comSite: http://upapaddle.comGet wild and toughget chance and luckI am Iron manDa na na na naThanks for listening

Up a Paddle - Episode 54a - Merrily We Roll Along

Tue, 01 Apr 2008 02:03:00 +0000

Up a Paddle - Episode 54a - Merrily we roll along. This week I talk about the news in brief and review one of my all time favorite Anime type shows. News New Dragon Ball series: Dragon Ball AF Bandai Visual licensing old Geneon titles Bandai Visual - Price Cut Roy and MewTwo in Super Smash Bros Brawl. Roy can be unlocked with the Super Smash Bros Melee Gamecube disk. You will need to first unlock Roy in the Gamecube version and transfer the Gamecube save file to the Wii's flash memory. The next time you load up brawl, Roy will challenge you to a duel. This is similar to how you could unlock the Pikmin trophy in Melee by having a Pikmin save file on your memory card. To unlock MewTwo is a little trickier. You will need to play 1000 vs matches with Jigglypuff. The last match has to be won at between 10:00 and 12:00 on Friday night on the Animal Crossing Stage. If done correctly, KK slider will saronade you with the Mario theme and Mewtwo will challenge you. Firefly second season Star Wars: Episodes 4 through 6 remake coming? Lost episodes of Fist of the North Star have been found. Lost - answers to some mysteries leaked (SPOILER!!!) Random Fact All 2% milk sold commercially contains 5% soy milk. This is a measure that dairy industry has implemented in response to Mad Cow disease. Many herds have been destroyed in the last year and in order to provide the same quantity of milk, drastic actions had to be taken. Announcements Up a Paddle has been picked up as the official podcast of the first annual WhatsACon in Regina. An official date has not been set yet but I'll keep you posted. Podcast news My state of the anime podcast address wherein I address the problem of podfading. Not mentioned is the We Love Furries podcast. I may not agree with what they say (I totally don't) but I'll defend to the death their right to say it (and to soil teddy bears) ... ok, maybe to the minor injury ... screw it, they're on their own. Payback's a bitch, Dane and Alex. Random Fact: Every year 100 people die from sticking their tongues to metal poles in winter Angry Dome / Life's Little Awesomes Facebook group, Upapaddle.ning.com groups Review Super Ninja Monkey Pirates of the Science Team Alpha Go! Panic! Lets Save Some Earth! Everybody Yes! Random Fact: 80% of all professional ping pong players are left handed. Songs Minnie's Yoohoo Code Monkey by Jonathan Coultoun Contact Info: Email: upapaddle@gmail.com Podcast site: upapaddle.com

Up a Paddle - Episode 53 - It's On Like Donkey Kong

Tue, 18 Mar 2008 23:59:00 +0000

Up a Paddle - Episode 53 - It's On Like Donkey KongThis episode I review King of Kong: A Fist Full Of Quarters. I also talk about sending astronauts to Mars and forgetting to leave the lights on outside, Disney going kawaii, and having a smashing good time playing Smash Bros.NewsDisney, Madhouse to Make Stitch! Show for Japanese TV.And yet Maximum Horsepower is denied yet again. Where's the Horace Horsecollar love? Trigun movie announced. I plan on going to Tim Hortons to have a donut to celebrate this.Gurren Lagann movie announced for Fall 2008 (In Japan).My drill is the one that pieces the heavens! I wish these DVDs would hurry up and be released here. One Way Mission to Mars. I think it's gonna be a long, long time till touchdown brings me round again to find I'm not the man they think I am at home. Oh no, no, no, I'm a rocket man. World's oldest animation found. Take that Gertie!Wordsworth, Cool Devices categorized as Obscene by Canadian Customs. Dominion Tank Police only considered "admissible"But, but I trusted you Dane! All this time I thought you had a wholesome, family friendly podcast (Anime Pacific). I thought we were on the same page when you came out in support of Wholesome Wear. But then you review a show (Dominion Tank Police*) that has been marked only as "admissible" by Canadian Customs. For shame! I might have accidentally watched that show not knowing what was awaiting me. Do you know how many bowls of Corn Flakes I had to eat to suppress the wicked urges that that article begat, let alone how many more I would I have to eat if I had watched Dominion Tank Police**Also, here's the pdf I mentioned. * More like the Dominion Tank Police that like to have sex with each other whilst innocent Canadian children watch on with mouths agape because a certain podcaster recommended this lurid filth as appropriate, which although it doesn't actually have any explicit sex scenes, it could. Ridiculous. ** Bonus Pretzels to anyone that gets that Random Fact Japanese ISPs to crack down on P2P anime sharers.It will be interesting to see how this affects the fansub community. This is finally an action that could see results. Fans here might have to resort to actually buying their content. That is, if they can get it across the border first. Also, it will be interesting to see if anyone counts how many times I say "It will be interesting" when I talk about this news item in the podcast.Pirate site crunchyroll.com has been given 4.5 million in venture captial. (It might have been only 4 billion. Only.)Give me 4.5 billion and I'll steal stuff for you too. Wow, I was way off on that. It was 4.05 million. I had a typo in my show notes. I'll be updating this episode to put in the correct value and will issue a correction in the next one. Good thing no one actually listens to this show. In the meantime, just pretend it's me stuttering. I apologize for the mix up. Partial Review - Super Smash Bros BrawlI recently picked up Super Smash Bros Brawl and went over a few of the modes in the podcast. Sufficed to say, I'll be talking a lot about this game, but in the meantime, here's my Friend Code (4296-2752-0234). Please be my friend. I want to play online so that I can show the world my mad skills with Princess Peach (or lack thereof).Review The King Of Kong: A Fist Full Of QuartersYou can find more info on this movie here: http://www.billyvssteve.com/I liked it. Two barrels up. Also, here's the Mr. Awesome interview I mentioned.(NSFW)Vote and Content RequestI'll be celebrating my "not podfading for two whole years" (a personal best) in the upcoming Episode 55 of UAP. If you are a fan or just a fellow podcaster (which you are, since only podcasters listen to other podcasts), please feel free to send me a congratulatory email or voicemail. Or alternatively, send me a cease and desist notice. Either way, please send me something. I'll be sure to repay the favor. Also, please digg and vote for Up a Paddle at the regular podcast voting places. The links on the right will take you to the appropriate sites.The promos played this episode were:Two Girls and a Podcast (http://twogirlsandapodcast.libsyn.com)Ninja Consultants (http://ninjaconsultant.livejournal.com/)Anime Pacific (http://animepacific.blogspot.com)I also gave a recommendation to Anime82 (http://anime82.blogspot.com) Check it out. The song played was Nintendo by Saint DragonYou can email me at upapaddle@gmail.com or go to http://upapaddle.com and leave comments.*** Almost Forgot ***Please join the Up a Paddle Facebook GroupIt is a way better group than the Guys named Cade group. Thanks for listening!

Up a Paddle - Episode 52 - We Are The Pirates That Say NOOOO!

Mon, 18 Feb 2008 23:21:00 +0000

Up a Paddle - Episode 52 - We are the Pirates that Say NOOOO!This week I review Space Pirate Captain Herlock: Endless Odyssey and Cloverfield. I also talk about the death of HD-DVD, the Writer Strike finally ending and a third thing.The News:Duke Nukem Forever - Out this YearSpore Dated - September 7, 2008NASA MMORPGThe Writer's Strike is OverWalmart dropping HD-DVD So is ToshibaToy Story 1 and 2 Returning to Theaters in 3DRumor Roundup Del Toro to helm Hobbit Movies?ADV Going Under?Counter Editorial - Giant Robots aren't stupid, you're the stupid, stupidThis response is in rebuttal to Why Giant Mecha Robots are Stupid The promos played were:The Greatest Movie Ever! Podcasthttp://fearthegooberzilla.comAnime Roundtablehttp://animeroundtable.comAnime World Orderhttp://animeworldorder.comAnime Pacific http://animepacific.blogspot.comThe comedy skit was Godzilla for Office by Smart Bomb Radio.The song was Attacke Godzilla by the Happy Happy JihadsPlan 9 From Outer Space can be found here: http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=-7038656109656489183Contact Infoemail: upapaddle@gmail.comsite: upapapddle.comblog: kentcer.comThanks for listening!

Up a Paddle - Episode 51 - The Grinch Stole This Podcast

Mon, 21 Jan 2008 23:47:00 +0000

Up a Paddle - Episode 51 - The Grinch Stole This PodcastIt's the belated Christmas episode. Wait, that's not good at all. At this rate, I'll be doing the Easter episode next Halloween.Anyhoo, in this episode I review National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation and National Treasure: Book of Secrets. I also give my favorite anime, movies, and video games picks of last year and share my New Years Resolutions. I also do an in depth analysis of pornography and it's affects on the HD format war. If that doesn't get me ratings, I don't know what will. Oh, yeah, just because of that and some tasteful profanity, this episode has been marked as EXPLICIT. Consider yourself warned. Also, consider yourself disappointed after listening to it.NewsWarner Switcher to BluRayBandai Disc RecallNewType USA FoldsSuper Smash Bros Brawl Delayed to March 9Conspiracy Theory Corner: The Adult Industry is hindering the HD format warNew Years ResolutionsI talk about what I plan to accomplish this year, podcasting wise. I hope to catch up to where I should be. 2007 Wrap upIn this section of the show, I talk about my top movie, game, and tv show picks for 2007.Random FactsA praying mantis will eat a black widow.See Japanese Bug Fights for more on this phenomenonIn 1992, Frank Perkins of Los Angeles made an attempt on the world flagpole-sitting record. Suffering from the flu he came down eight hours short of the 400 day record, his sponsor had gone bust, his girlfriend had left him and his phone and electricity had been cut off. A desert snail can sleep for 3 years. The promos played in this show were:Anime Genesis (http://anime-gen.com) - In that promo, Benu seems upset about something but I can't quite put my finger on it. He should do what I do when I need to cheer up -- download some free anime (http://www.vuze.com/app)*Destroy All Podcasts DX (http://www.collectiondx.com/taxonomy/term/692)Anime Pacific (http://animepacific.blogspot.com) (After this episode, I fully expect my listenership to drop from 5 to 3. I should have called it the bridge burning episode). I also liberally rip off The GREATEST MOVIE EVER! podcast, which can be found at (http://fearthegooberzilla.com). The song played was Song for Free by Todd LernerIf you have any questions, comments, or legal notices, please send them to upapaddle@gmail.comThanks for listening* In this case I'm referring to shows like Neko Rahmen which have been made legally available for download for free. A cat making Ramen, that's crazy. I should know, I was a Ramen doughboy for one year at a Ramen Noodle factory. They didn't like it when I brought my cat to work, no matter how good he was at cleaning the vats.

Up a Paddle - Episode 50 - Propaganda is Fun

Mon, 31 Dec 2007 19:48:00 +0000

This episode I review Walt Disney Treasures: On the War Front. So hop on your pogo stick to your closest mp3 player and give it a listen.NewsGolgo 13 TV series greenlitFist of the North Star OVA's announcedOther stuff happened as well this year. JibJab is thereReview Walt Disney Treasures: On the War FrontThis is a great set for history buffs or vintage Disney fans. I highly recommend it. This set is chock full of training and PSA cartoons made for the war effort for WWII. I love the Disney educational videos. That's how I learnt about venereal disease (apparently the video was deleted from Google Video, so this was the best I could do). That's how I also learned about the story of menstruation: The promos played are:Eeeper's ChoiceAnime PacificChibi TokyoThe comedy bit is Wilford Brimley Hates Your Diabetes by Smart Bomb RadioThe song is The Way I Am by Ingrid MichaelsonYou can contact me at upapaddle@gmail.com or go to the podcast site at upapaddle.com.Thanks for listening!

Up a Paddle - Episode 49 - War Stories, Part II

Mon, 31 Dec 2007 19:14:00 +0000

Up a Paddle - Episode 49 - War Stories, Part IIThis episode I review Leji Matsumoto's The Cockpit. If this episode seems a little off, it's because half of it was recorded before Christmas and the other half after. I hope you all had a pleasant holiday. I sure did.The NewsW00t is 2007's word of the year Woot!Gokusen 3 set to air April 2008 Woot! Itsudatte My Santa - recalled. Meh!Nintendo along with Gamestop now selling IOU's. (how's that for up to the minute reporting?) The Hobbit movie finally confirmed. Woot! of reliefChow Yun Fat is Master Roshi in the Dragonball movie. (Woot!?!) Science time. Trees Killed the Woolly Mammoth? Damn dirty trees!Rumor RoundupArrested Development Movie? Random FactOn average, a child uses 730 crayons by their 10th birthday. Conspiracy Theory Corner - Chupathingy reduxBut cryptzoologist fans, don't worry, There has been a unicorn siting. Also, another long thought extinct beast was spotted in the Wild. Duke Nukem Forever has a teaser trailer out.What I'm playingMario and Sonic: At the Olympic GamesFun minigames. Some are a little complex. Get you going, pumpedSuper Mario GalaxyIt sucks. Worst game of the year. Except instead of worst, best (stay tuned for more in that regard). This is no Super Mario Sunshine my friend.What I'm watchingJust finished From the Earth to the Moon. I got in on a Black Friday sale for this one. It's still cheap, though and well worth itFor a brief interludeCthulhu Claus is Coming to Townby Smart Bomb RadioRandom FactA fear of long words is, ironically, called "Hippopotomonstrosesquippedaliophobia"The Cockpit http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/encyclopedia/anime.php?id=757This one's spoilerriffic as well, so do yourself a favor and watch the shows first. There are 20 minute OVAs and they are well worth your time. The Angry DomeWorld War II games are the tool of the devilRandom FactAn analysis of mammalian bite force, corrected for body size, shows that the Tasmanian Devil has the strongest bite of any living mammal.The song was Christmas Here on Mars by Bubble.The promos played were the Ninja Consultants (http://ninjaconsultant.livejournal.com/) and Anime Pacific (http://animepacific.blogspot.com)Contact InfoYou can email me at UpaPaddle@gmail.com, visit the blog and post comments at upapaddle.comAlso, please check out my personal blog, kentcer.com. And by personal, I mean it's a dump for YouTube videos and semi-pithy comments.Thanks for listening!

Up a Paddle - Episode 48 - In Case of Happiness, Listen to this Podcast

Wed, 12 Dec 2007 09:11:00 +0000

Up a Paddle - Episode 48 - In Case of Happiness, Listen to this PodcastThis episode I review Barefoot Gen. I talk about the controversy happening at Gamespot and Justin Sevakis's open letter to the industry. I also play a voice mail from Jake the Root Beer King (http://rpglamer.blogspot.com).Full show notes to follow. You can email me at upapaddle@gmail.com.Here's the speed racer trailer I promised:The song was Still Alive by Jonathan Coulton (www.jonathancoulton.com)I also played Maple Leaf Rag by Jeanne Backofen CraigThe promos played were:Anime Roundtable (http://animeroundtable.com)Lather's Blather (http://lathersblather.blogspot.com)Anime Pacific (http://animepacific.blogspot.com) Here's the comedy bit I played by Pablo Francisco: Pablo Francisco "Movie Previews" (mp3) from "Knee To The Groin" (Uproar) Buy at iTunes Music Store Buy at Amazon Thanks for listening!

Up a Paddle - Episode 47 - Double Double Boil and Trouble

Tue, 20 Nov 2007 23:59:00 +0000

Up a Paddle - Episode 47 - Double Double Toil and BubbleIf you count the specials, I've done 52 episodes (including one over again). Yay me. Yes, this is as good as it gets. I hope to hit the 52 mark by April just so I can say I have a biweekly podcast (about). So what better way to start fake episode 52 but with some retractions and correctionsHere's the link to the Canadian Heritage Minute that I promised many podcasts ago. http://www.histori.ca/minutes/minute.do?id=10123Also, Kentmas went well this year. It was again celebrated successfully by one person. Oh, and this guy: Oh Podcast Pete, you scoundrel! Pirates don't wear jeans!MailI read some comments from Eeeper (Eeeper's Choice) and Dane (Anime Pacific). Well, I paraphrase their comments. I go off on a rant about Canadian prices not adjusting to match the value of our dollar, and then our Dollar goes down again. Figures.Also, I give a quick shoutout to Anime Roundtable for playing my promo recently.News The WGA is on strike. http://www.aintitcool.com/node/34700I give a brief summary of the Writers' position in this whole mess and I talk about what this means to you, the viewer.Here's the video with the writers from The Office http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b6hqP0c0_gwSony removing backwards compatibility from PS3, because they want to sell more PS3 games.Rumor: PS2 price drop imminentThe Loonie keeps soaring higher and higer (spoke too soon) Expect a Guitar Hero III shortage for the Wii, says ActivisionBoth Nana live action movies have been licensed by Viz Media. Casablanca, Other Hollywood Movies Adapted into MangaRecent Adventure in OtakudomThe Otaku in the Mist. ReviewsBlood - The Last VampireIt sucks. Get it? Because it's about vampires and ... Actually, it was all right, if not a little on the short side.The Black Cauldron. It sucks. Get it? It's a call back ... Well, it's not bad but it's not particularly good. It does have an awesome villain, though. Promos playedAnime Pacifichttp://animepacific.blogspot.comAnime World Orderhttp://animeworldorder.comWeekly Anime Reviewhttp://weeklyanimereview.comContact InfoEmail: Upapaddle@gmail.comPodcast site: http://upapaddle.comBlog: http://www.kentcer.comSong Digg the Code by Geoff SmithRandom FactsPaul Revere didn't actually say "The British are Coming! The British are Coming"In Kentucky, Bourbon is illegal in some of the counties that produce itPossums aren't playing when the "play possum". They get shocked and faint.Thanks for listening!

Up a Paddle - Episode 46 - Everybody Yes!

Tue, 30 Oct 2007 23:51:00 +0000

Up a Paddle - Episode 46 - Everybody Yes!Or It's the Most Wonderful Time of the YearIt's Kentmas Time! Kentmas Time is here! Time for ... Video Games and Anime ... and Candy! Lots and lots of Candy! I gave this episode a different title in the audio but screw it, this one's better. Also, in this episode I tried out a little something different. I used some music loops in order to mix things up. Please comment or email if you like or dislike the loops and which ones I should keep.News Teppan Toppa Gurren Lagann Game coming out -- in Japan that is for DSHere's the TrailerYeah, if you want up to the minute news (like Nova - one of the English Teaching programs in Japan going under, leaving its teachers high and dry, listen to a real podcast. Like Anime Pacific). Here's the Nova StoryHere is Anime Pacific on the Nova StoryTake the next news item for exampleLucky Star has been licensed by Bandai. This story was broken by Anime Genesis. So check them up. They know the anime news even before Anime News Network does. Good job guys.Here's the Anime Genesis announcement. Here's the page showing that the show has been licensed: (a brief search didn't turn this up on ANN)Someday I'll get a scoop. Unfortunately, it will probably be Smurfs related.Japanese Animation is Destroying American Society. The above is an editorial I briefly mention. Also, I would like to point out how relevant the whole seizure thing is.This week in Smash - The big blue guy is in Smash Brothershttp://smashbros.comThat's right: King Dedede from the Kirby Series is in Smash BrothersOh yeah, So is Sonic the Hedgehog. Big news indeed. Also, Smash Brothers Brawl has been delayed until February. My Smash Brother PredictionsThis is the portion of the show where I go off on a tangent about possible characters in Random Fact - The Legend of the Jack - o - LaternShort version: A guy named Jack (vagabond if I ever met one) tricked the Devil by getting him to go up a tree and then carved a cross to prevent him from coming down. He finally let the Devil down after the Devil promised to no longer tempt him (presumably with candy and loose women). So Jack dies and Heaven won't let him in (too many cavities if you know what I mean). The devils still ticked off at him so he can't get into Hell either. He's forced to wander all eternity. The Devil gives him a single ember to light his way and so Jack hollows out a turnip to keep it safe. Then he realized turnips were stupid and got a pumpkin. I'm really wishing I would have put this version in the podcast as it is way funnier than what I said. Just imagine me saying the above in my irritating voice and your set. Also through in a few references to pirates and Smurfs for good measure.Recent Releases (past month)Halo 3Legend of Zelda - Phantom HourglassJungle Book: Platinum EditionCorner Gas: Season 4This week's releasesBleach Box Set 1Hajime no Ippo Box Set 1Hajime no Ippo Box Set 2Phoenix Vol 1Guitar Hero III What I'm watching/playingLegend of Zelda - Phantom Hourglass - Just finished it, it was glorious.Will review in a future podcastBarefoot Gen 1 and 2. Boy, If you are ever worried that you are too upbeat and happy, watch these films. They're jarring, to be quite frank. The first one is set during the bombing of Hiroshima and it follows Gen and his mother as they attempt to survive. I'll be reviewing this in episode 48. Finally, I'm watching Monster. I've decided that this season of Anime doesn't really have anything that I'm particularly interested in following (except for Genshiken and Bamboo Blade) so I'm taking this opportunity to check out slightly older series. Next up on the queue are Touch and Hajime no Ippo. (In addition to the shows on the current poll, of course).Monster makes a good horror anime to watch for Halloween.Random FactPumpkins are a fruit that originated in Central America.ReviewsThis week I review The Adventures of Ichabod and Mr. Toad. Well part of it anyway. I'm going to focus on the story of Icabod. That's Icabod Crane. As in the Legend of Sleepy Hollow. The Mr. Toad is also a good, worthwile cartoon to watch, but it isn't creepy, kooky or altogether spooky, so it will have to wait for another time. Next, Kakurenbo - Hide and SeekThis is a 25 minute ova. It's CG with cel shading and it looks sharp. It looks for the most part like traditional 2d animation. This ova is about a game of Hide and Seek, with deadly consequences. Both shows are well worth watching. Random FactThe world's fastest time to carve a face into a pumpkin is 54.72 seconds, by Stephen Clarke (USA), on October 23, 2001 (source: Guinness World Records)Promos Played:Dave and Joel's Fast Karate for the GentlemenAnime PacificEeeper's ChoiceClosing SongHalloween is Awesome by Hyper Nonsense.Contact InfoEmail: upapaddle@gmail.comBlog: http://kentcer.comThanks for listening! * Dont mind me I'm just claiming this site in Technorati Technorati Profile A new episode should be out this weekend. Also, I'm brainstorming a new promo and another YouTube video.

Up a Paddle - Episode 45 - Sheep That Pass In the Night

Tue, 09 Oct 2007 23:59:00 +0000

Up a Paddle - Episode 45 - Sheep that Pass in the NightThis week I talk about the death of Geneon, the Canadian Dollar reaching Parity with the US Dollar, upcoming Fall Anime, and previous Spring and Summer anime. I also review Ringing Bell and One Stormy Night, two similar but very different children's movies.NewsGeneon to stop productionNote: I said November 1st as the stop date, it's actually Nov. 6. Correction to follow in upcoming episodeRock band coming out Nov 3Canadian Dollar on parity with states ... what does it mean.Nintendo offers free Wiimote JacketsFall Anime PreviewGenshiken Season TwoBamboo ShootG/R Giant RoboSpring/Summer Wrap upPotemayo Zombie LoanLucky Star Random FactGiraffes have no vocal cords.RantParking Lots - The current bane of my existenceRandom FactThe sweat drops drawn in cartoon comic strips are called pleuts.ReviewsIn this episode I review two children's movie about sheep. I would have reservations about showing either of them to children. Show them Bad Sheep instead. Not the Chris Farley/David Spade vehicle but this one. . That'll really mess them up almost as much as showing them Ringing Bell.Ringing Bell (Chirin no Suzu). This one is about a sheep that wants to become a big bad wolf so that he won't be prey any more. Very violent and disturbing.* I said I'd post the YouTube videos for this movie but apparently it has been removed. Here's an AMV: Ringing Bell - Animal Chirin has Become. It's not that hard to find the movie if you really want to.One Stormy Night (Arashi no Yoru Ni). This is the story of a sheep and a wolf that becomes friends. It's pretty good and I give it the Kentcer Seal of Approval. Here's the AMV I mentioned (well, a One Stormy Night AMV, anyway): Arashi No Yoru Ni - StarYou can email with comments to upapaddle@gmail.com.The song played was "Sheep in the morning" by TV's KyleThe promos played were:Destroy All Podcasts DXAnime PacificChibi TokyoThanks for Listening!

Up a Paddle - Episode 44 - That's a Paddling

Sun, 16 Sep 2007 21:56:00 +0000

Up a Paddle - Episode 44 - That's a PaddlingThis week I talk about HD-DVD and Bluray (and what Microsoft is getting out of supporting HD-DVD) and I review Ping Pong, a 2002 Japanese live action movie about cricket ... I mean ping pong. It was recently released on DVD by Viz. Shout outs:Anime Roundtable: They played my promo on a recent show. Thanks guys!Here are the news stories I talked about:Name for the Fourth Indiana Jones movie announced:"Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull"Robotech might be on the fast trackWarner Bros and Tobey Maguire's company Maguire Enterntainment are poised to produce. Local NewsIn Regina, on Sept 20th through 23, Paprika will be playing at the Regina Public Library. There will also be a Japanese film festival on the 29th.Here's the link to the show times. If you are in the Regina area and an Anime fan, be sure to go to support the Anime scene here in Southern Saskatchewan (which until this time I had no idea existed -- I thought it was just Bob and me).Here are the anime DVD releases for this last week and upcoming one:Last week's releasesAh! My Goddess: Flights of Fancy Vol. #3 Best Student Council Vol. #6 Burst Angel Vol. #3 Burst Angel Vol. #4 Guyver: The Bioboosted Armor Vol. #6Hare+Guu Box Set Kyo Kara Maoh! Season 2 Vol. #6Mushishi Vol. #2Princess Princess Vol. #3Shonen Onmyoji Vol. #2 Wings of Honneamise (BD+DVD Combo) Wings of Honneamise (HD DVD+DVD Combo)Xenosaga Vol. #1 This week's releasesBlack Lagoon Vol. #3 Dragon Ball Z Season 3 Full Moon Vol. #06 Fullmetal Alchemist Season 1 Set 1 Karin Vol. #3 Law of Ueki Vol. #09Noein Vol. #5Ramen Fighter Miki Vol. #1Red Garden Vol. #1This Ugly Yet Beautiful World DVD Collection YuGiOh GX Vol. #4 The promos played were:The Greatest Movie Ever! Podcast Anime World OrderAnime Pacific The closing song was Snowflakes by Demerit 7You can email me at upapaddle@gmail.com, visit this site at http://upapaddle.com, or visit my blog at http://www.kentcer.comThanks for listening!

Up a Paddle - Episode 43 - Back to School II: Back Harder

Sun, 09 Sep 2007 16:18:00 +0000

Up a Paddle - Episode 43 - Back to School II: Back HarderYes, I've officially started classes again. I hope it goes well. And to commemorate this momentous occasion, I'm reviewing Cromartie High School.* This episode was recorded earlier in the week but due to unforeseen internet problems, I wasn't able to release it until today.News Toei Strikes Deal With NEC For Online Anime Service in JapanGuitar Hero III Wii controller revealed. Google Earth now has built-in flight simulator. First Rebuild of Evangelion Movie Premiers in Japan.Second Season of Gunslinger Girls announced. Live-Action DBZ Set to Shoot in MontrealEven weirder movie news: Joust: The Movie coming to a theater near you.Genshiken Season two officially annouced. Officially. Conspiracy Theory CornerChupacabra found?Random FactIn Ancient Peru, when a woman found an 'ugly' potato, it was the custom for her to push it into the face of the nearest man.This week's releasesAyakashi Samurai Horror Tales - Goblin CatCat's Eye Vol. #1 ImaginAsian Entertainment - Guess they worked the issues were worked out with the CSSCat's Eye Vol. #2 Di Gi Charat Nyo! Vol. #3 Fruits Basket Vol. #1Fruits Basket Vol. #2Girls High Vol. #2 Gunslinger Girl Vol. #3 Inu Yasha Movie Box Set Deluxe Edition Inu Yasha Season Set #4 Kaleido Star: New Wings True Star Collection 98My-Otome Vol. #2 Naruto the Movie: Ninja Clash in the Land of Snow Naruto Vol. #15Nobody's Boy Remi Vol. #1 Nobody's Boy Remi Vol. #2Orguss, Super Dimensional Century Vol. #1Orguss, Super Dimensional Century Vol. #2 Suzuka Vol. #3Tide-Line Blue Vol. #3UFO Ultramaiden Valkyrie 4 Vol. #1Random FactThe only two days of the year in which there are no professional sports games (MLB, NBA, NHL, or NFL) are the day before and the day after the Major League All-Star Game.ReviewsCromartie High School (both the anime and the live-action movie)Random FactCoca Cola is used by police officers to clean the blood off of crime scenes.Contact infoEmail: Upapaddle@gmail.comSite: upapaddle.comMy other blog: kentcer.com Promos played:Lather's BlatherWeekly Anime Review PodcastAnime PacificSong played:I'm on Firefly by Tom SmithGet Wild and TouchGet Chance and luckIf it weren't for my horse, I wouldn't have spent that year in college.Later Bloggies

Up a Paddle - Episode 42 - On a Wing and a Prayer

Thu, 30 Aug 2007 23:25:00 +0000

Up a Paddle - Episode 42 - On a wing and a prayer Nuts. I almost made 4 weeks in a row on time. Oh well. And just to warn you all, my schedule is going to get insane starting next week. I'm bumping up the number of University classes I'm taking in an effort to speed up the degree process. I will still be working, albeit at halftime. Still looking into when I will sleep, let alone podcast. Still, I'll give it the good old college try so to speak. NewsTop story: The O Canada movie at Epcot to be replaced this September. End Of The Line For DS Web BrowserSony to start video downloading serviceADV to take over sales and and distribution of Geneon titles in US.Young Indiana Jones Chronicles DVDs announced. Korean Actor to Star in Japanese/Korean City Hunter Drama. Given that begging for diggs is getting me no where, I'd decided to put my energies somewhere more productive. Please, watch City Hunter. It's an awesome anime. And each episode is standalone for the most part, so even though there's over a 100 episodes, you don't need to make a commitment. Just watch a couple and see what you think. I think you'll be pleasantly suprised.Get Wild and Tough.Random FactIn most advertisements, the time displayed on a watch is 10:10This week's ReleasesGalaxy Angel Rune Vol. #2One Piece Vol. #10Rozen Maiden Vol. #3Samurai 7 Vol. #1 - relist at lower priceSamurai 7 Vol. #2 School Rumble Vol. #1 Story of Saiunkoku Vol. #1To Heart Vol. #4Tsubasa Vol. #3 Utawarerumono Vol. #5 GamesMetroid: Prime CorruptionThe First HourLet's all go to the Movies - the RecapIn this episode I do a quick rundown of the movies I saw in the theaters this summer and what I thought of them. The movies reviewed include:Bourne UltimatumHot RodHere's the Lonely Island videos I mentioned:Just 2 Guys Ka-Blamo!The Simpsons MovieRatatouille 1408TransformersKnocked UpSuperbadFrom the guys that brought you Knocked UpRandom FactSunsets can be green in Antarctica.ReviewsHaibane RenmeiRandom FactEvery lake in Ohio is manmade.Contact InfoEmail: upapaddle@gmail.copmPodcast site: http://upapaddle.comBlog: http://kentcer.comSongTo Be an Angel by Uncle SethPromos Played:Chibi TokyoDestroy all Podcasts DX Anime Pacific Until next timeget wild and toughget chance and luckIt's about darn time someone made a decent live action City hunterThanks for Listening!

Up a Paddle - Episode 41 - The Final Countdown

Wed, 22 Aug 2007 01:46:00 +0000

Up a Paddle - Episode 41 - The Final CountdownThis week I review Area 88, wind down on all the vacation talk, and finally get around to doing the Summer Anime Preview.If you like what you hear, please click on the Digg link on the right. If you don't, please click on the Digg link on the right to register your disgust.NewsYawara Preview DVD available from AnimeEigoDisney movies on BlurayParamount switches from Bluray to HD-DVDMichael Bay, in retaliation, says no Transformers 2 Stephen King confirms the "Dark Tower Movie"Nintendo Power gives Metroid Prime 3 a 10/10Summer Anime PreviewsZombie LoanPotemayoSayonara Zetsubo Sensei (So Long, Mr. Despair)How I spent my summer vacation - The RestDay Seven - NASADay Eight - Animal Kingdom Day Nine - More Disney MGM + Magic KingdomThis week's Anime Releases009-1 Vol. #2Big O II Complete CollectionBurst Angel Vol. #1Burst Angel Vol. #2Fate / Stay Night Vol. #5Galaxy Angel AA Vol. #2 Gunslinger Girl Vol. #1Gunslinger Girl Vol. #2Innocent Venus Vol. #1Kashimashi Vol. #2Le Chevalier D'Eon Vol. #4Peach Girl Vol. #4Solty Rei Vol. #6New Feature - "I was Right"Aquafina is made out of people ... I mean tap waterAnime ReviewArea 88 - The Television SeriesPromos played:Ninja ConsultantsAnime World OrderAnime PacificContact InfoEmail: upapaddle@gmail.comPodcast Site: http://upapaddle.comBlog: http://www.kentcer.com/nucleusSong played was Fast Eddie by The Bennys(Song provided by http://music.podshow.com)Thanks for listening!

Up a Paddle - Episode 40 - Brace for Reviews

Wed, 15 Aug 2007 02:30:00 +0000

Up a Paddle - Episode 40 - Brace For ReviewsFull show notes to follow ...Ok, here they are:This week I speculate about Cloverfield, review Brace For Impact (by Apocalypse Dowell of http://www.themoonmasters.com fame) and continue on my four part series on my summer vacation. Honestly, I'm spending more time talking about it than I did actually experiencing it.NewsLooking for Group - the MovieAnime Genesis - the MoviePetit Eva - a super deformed eva series (4 panel comics) to be made into a cartoon Toei offering unlimited anime downloads in JapanLegend of the Galactic Heroes DVD Box Offered in JapanImaginAsian's TMS Classics DVDs Delayed For Second TimeXbox 360 price dropXbox 360 - core and premium, now with HDMI(Edit - only in the Premium model)Voltron Live-Action MovieNew SectionWild SpeculationCloverfield - what the hell is it?Random FactKetchup has not always been made out of tomatoes. It started out as a general term for sauce, typically made of mushrooms or fish brine with herbs and spices. Mushroom ketchup is still available in some countries, such as the UK. Some popular early main ingredients include anchovy, oyster, lobster, walnut, kidney bean, cucumber, cranberry, lemon, and grape.This week's Releases3x3 Eyes Vol. #2Air TV Vol. #1Beck Vol. #2Best Student Council Vol. #5BoBoBo-Bo Bo-BoBo Vol. #4Kurau: Phantom Memory Vol. #3Paniponi Dash Vol. #5Popotan Complete Collection Tekkaman Blade Set 3 Tokko Vol. #3 Wings of Rean Vol. #3Non-anime releaseAqua Teen Hunger Force: Colon Movie for TheatersBook ReviewBrace For ImpactRandom FactIf all the Coca-Cola vending machines in the U.S. were stacked one on top of each other, the pile would be over 450 miles high.How I spent My Summer Vacation - Part IIIDay 5 - Universal StudiosDay 6 - More Epcot plus BoardwalkYou can email me at upapaddle@gmail.com with comments, questions, whatever. Also, see the Digg box on your right. Go ahead, digg it. It's all right. I won't tell anyone. Also, if you use Podcast Pickle, go ahead and add yourself as a fan of the show, if you dare. Muhwahwahwah!Song played was johnny5 by Anemo:Promos Played:Anime PacificEeeper's ChoiceDestroy All Podcasts DXThanks for listening!

Up a Paddle - Episode 39 - Burning Sensation

Wed, 08 Aug 2007 23:55:00 +0000

Up a Paddle - Episode 39 - Burning SensationLets all go to the Movies Part BHappy belated Saskatchewan Day everyone! Random FactFlies are deaf.NewsGeorge Lucas Wearing a Han Shot First Shirt, blows fans mindsFunimation releasing Dragon Ball Z on BluerayBandai has licensed - Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion Batman AnimeNew World of Warcraft Expansion announced at Blizzcon - Wraith of the Lich King. New Apple iMacs (Also new Mac Minis)Random FactDuring his or her lifetime, the average human will grow 590 miles of hair.Recent Notable ReleasesHot FuzzPopeye the Sailor: 1933-1938, Vol. 1Harvey Birdman: Volume 3Ranma 1/2: This week's Releases.hack//Roots Vol. #3Air Gear Vol. #4Beat BtX Vol. #3Gakuen Heaven Vol. #3 GTO: Great Teacher Onizuka Box SetHakkenden Collection Vol. #2Kannazuki No Miko Box SetMar Vol. #2Naruto Box Set Vol $4 Rumbling Hearts Box Set When They Cry Vol. #2 Zatch Bell Vol. #11Random FactA study has shown most blog visitors are young wealthy people. I need to set up a paypal button.How I spent my summer vacation - Part IIDay 3Congo River Mini GolfDay 4Morning - Blizzard BeachAfternoon - EpcotRandom FactOnly 5 percent of the ocean floor has been mapped in as much detail as the surface of Mars.ReviewsMagazine Review - Otaku USAI liked it - a lotFantastic Four Review (Spoilers Ahoy)I didn't like it. Ok, I liked it a little.Reed Richard - The Early YearsRandom FactTexas is the only state that permits residents to cast absentee ballots from space.SongThe Happy Song by SunspotAlso played The Maple Leaf Rag by Jeanne Backofen CraigPromos playedhttp://www.weeklyanimereview.comhttp://animepacific.blogspot.com http://lathersblather.blogspot.comContact InfoEmail: upapaddle@gmail.comSite: upapaddle.comBlog: kentcer.comUntil next time, Get Wild and ToughGet Chance and LuckAlways Remember the SunscreenLater

Up a Paddle - Episode 38 - Wait ... Where Was I?

Thu, 26 Jul 2007 01:32:00 +0000

Up a Paddle Episode 38 - Wait, where was I?I was on vacation!!! Yay me. So I talk about that, Anime Expo, E3, and a classic 80's Anime gem. Except for the classic part. And gem. Listen to find out more. Just a fair warning. This episode was more geared towards my family so that we'd have a record of the things we did on vacation (aside from photos and whatnot). So if you find it boring, it probably is, and it will only get worse as I've got at least 2 to 3 more podcasts worth of vacation stuff to talk about. Consider yourself warned.NewsAnime ExpoADV has licenced Tengen Toppen Gurren Lagann Media Blasters licenced Golden BoyDarker than Black licensed by FunimationThey also licensed Love Hina, xxxholic and tsubasa season 2E3PS3 - Price drop by $100, $150 canadianSlim PSP on the way Shock Sixaxis - has functionality it should have had from the get go.Microsoft Mostly showing Halo 3 and new XBLA gamesNintendo Mario Kart Wii-Fit Dates for Mario Galaxy Nov (November 12, 2007 ) and Smash Bros Brawl (Dec 3, 2007)Wii Zapper Random FactsIn terms of radio wave emissions, Jupiter is the noisiest planet in the solar systemWhat I'm WatchingSumomomo Momomomo I may have missed a mo when talking about this show.Area 88 the TV SeriesWhat I'm PlayingPaper Mario for Nintendo 64Reading:Brace For ImpactStephen King's: The Long Walk Walt Disney: Triumph of the American ImaginationRandom FactBees are being trained to sniff out bombs for the American goverment.How I spend my summer vacation: Days 1 and 2Day 1Walt Disney World - The Magic Kingdom- Hungry Hungry Hippo video as promised. http://youtube.com/watch?v=G3NueKXS6dk Day 2Disney/MGM StudiosReviewNow that would be giving it away, now wouldn't it?Link to said 80's Anime OVA Fine, here's a hint: It's not City HunterHere's another hint: It's Wanna-be'sYou can get it here: Anime Pacific(scroll down near the bottom of the blog post. Actually, just listen to their review instead. Much better. Although mine does have a lot more awkward pauses and a healthy dose of umms and you know's)Thanks go to Dane of Anime Pacific for encoding it. Random FactThe first Ferris Wheel was built in order to steal the spotlight from the then new Eiffel Tower.Closing SongMedley Remix 2007Patricia Paay & The Star SistersContact Info:Email: upapaddle@gmail.comThis site: http://upapaddle.comAnother groovy site: http://www.kentcer.comTill next time, Get Wild and ToughGet Chance and LuckThanks for Listening!

Up a Paddle - Episode 37 - In a Row ... Boat?

Sun, 17 Jun 2007 22:08:00 +0000

Up a Paddle - Episode 37 - In a Row ... Boat?This week I review Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End, answer an email, pontificate on other podcasts, discuss the finer points of making a YouTube video and Podcast Pete the Pirate cracks wise.This is another case of "old news is so exciting" as I had this podcast recorded a while ago but wasn't able to edit it until today.Full Show Notes to Follow

Up a Paddle - Episode 36 - Let's All Go To The Movies

Sun, 27 May 2007 23:58:00 +0000

Up a Paddle - Episode 36 - Lets All Go To The Movies - Part 1Or "Old News is so Exciting"Disclaimer: I recorded this episode last week so some of the stories may no longer be relevant or just plain old. Site NewsSite Poll Update Coming SoonNewsAnime NewsLive Action Negima Confirmed. Toei Establishes American License Management OfficeAN Entertainment Says Good-Bye to Risky SafetyNine Poles Held by Police over "Fansubs" Amazon Selling Bootleg Sailor Moon. ADV announced Red Garden, Pumpkin Scissors, Welcome to the N.H.K., and Magikano.TV NewsRumor Roundup Lost to end 2009? Official news, OfficiallyHeroes Spinoff announced - Hero's OriginsThe Office renewed for 30 episodes, including a few hour long ones.Video Game NewsStarcraft II Announced.Guilty Gear XX Accent Core announced for WiiSoul Calibur Adventures to WiiSuper Smash Bros site updated with countdown. Geometry Wars Erupting on Wii, DSMovie newsBruce Willis - Talk backer (link shamelessly taken from http://wqoq.com - Sorry Bob)Finally, Old news is so exciting:Adult Swim shortened Eureka 7 final episode broadcast - much outrageViz to offer Death Note downloadsTwo animes getting new staffLucky StarTengen Toppen Gurren Lagann Spring Anime Preview Spectacular Galore, Part The SecondTengen Toppen Gurren Lagann Random FactThe first word spoken by an ape in the movie Planet of the Apes was "Smile".Promo Lather's Blather ReleasesWeek of May 22Afro SamuraiBlack Lagoon Vol. #1 Demon Prince Enma Vol. #1 Doki Doki School Hours Box SetDragon Ball Z Season 2 Set Gilgamesh Box Set (Thinpak)Gunbuster 2 Vol. #1 (of 3) Naruto OVA Pokemon All Stars CollectionTsubasa Vol. #1 Week of May 15Best Student Council Vol. #3Blue Submarine No. 6 Anime Legends Complete Collection Coyote Ragtime Show Vol. #3 Fate / Stay Night Vol. #3 Mobile Suit Gundam Seed Destiny Vol. #08Moon Phase Vol. #6 Tide-Line Blue Vol. #1 (might have accidentally edited this one out)Utawarerumono Vol. #3 Zipang Vol. #5 Week of May 8Ah! My Goddess: Flights of Fancy Vol. #1 Disgaea Vol. #3 Guyver: The Bioboosted Armor Vol. #4 Kyo Kara Maoh! Season 2 Vol. #4 Voltron: Defender of the Universe Set 3 Random FactThe stunt double for Bernie in the movie "Weekend at Bernie's" suffered a few broken ribs while filming the movie, due to all the pitfalls and stunts of playing a dead man; most notably in the scene involving Bernie being dragged around the surface of the lake, bumping into metal floating obstacles. Promo Fear the Gooberzilla ReviewsHot FuzzSpider-man 3Shrek The Third Random FactKing Kong was Hitler's favorite moviePromoAnime PacificAnti-RantCherry Coke Frosters are awesomeSongLearning to Drown by The TonesContact InfoEmail: UpAPaddle@gmail.comPodcast Site: http://upapaddle.comPersonal Blog: http://www.kentcer.comUntil Next TimeGet Wild and ToughGet Chance and LuckThanks for Listening!

Up a Paddle - Special - My Spoiler Sense is Tingling!

Sun, 27 May 2007 23:50:00 +0000

Up a Paddle - Special - My Spoiler Sense is Tingling!Disclaimer: This special contains spoilers. If you haven't seen Spider-man 3 yet, don't listen.As you might have guessed, I talk about Spider-man 3 and all the nitpicky things that bothered me about it. For a more ranty goodness, check out this forum thread: http://www.mickaloha.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=1151Also, check out The Moon Masters (http:\\themoonmasters.com). They are awesome.Thanks for listening! (unless you haven't watched the movie, then thanks for not listening!)

Up a Paddle - Episode 35.5 - Missing the Point

Sun, 13 May 2007 23:59:00 +0000

Up a Paddle - Episode 35.5 - Missing the PointThis special is a continuation of the last episode. Full episode to follow later. Also, another special is on the way, dealing with why Spider-man 3 sucked so much. For a preview, check out this forum thread: Spider-man 3 rant thread at the Moon Masters forumsAlso, due to biting off more than I can chew, I may be going on hiatus for a while. I'm going to see how next week goes.New Feature - Missing the PointRandom FactThe largest number of children born to one woman is recorded at 69. From 1725-1765, a Russian peasant woman gave birth to 16 sets of twins, 7 sets of triplets, and 4 sets of quadruplets. ReviewsPlease TwinsContact Info:Email me at Upapaddle@gmail.comPost Comments at upapaddle.comVisit my personal blog at kentcer.com, it's kentagious. Song:Hey You by InsistThanks for listening!

Free Comic Book Day This Saturday

Fri, 04 May 2007 06:02:00 +0000

I forgot to mention this on the latest episode: Free Comic Book Day this Saturday. Stop in at your local participating Comic Book shop and get a free comic book. I'm still trying to decide between Pirates vs Ninjas #1 or the Mickey Mouse Adventures.

Free Comic Book Day This Saturday

Fri, 04 May 2007 02:02:00 +0000

Up a Paddle - Episode 35 - I Stole This Podcast

Mon, 30 Apr 2007 23:58:00 +0000

Up a Paddle - Episode 35 - I Stole this Podcast Highly Inappropriate, Part II This week I preview five new animes premiering this spring and I talk about the inappropriateness that is Please Teacher.NewsSony DVD Player won't play DVD's due to DRM. And their Sony DVDs.Capcom's Gamer's Day - Project Treasure Island ZSonic Rush Advance AnnouncedNeo Geo games to hit virtual consoleLost video game confirmed for PS3, Xbox 360 and PCEd Norton signed on to play Hulk in the Incredible Hulk (I am Jack's Purple Pants)Appleseed 2 Slated to come out this fall in Japan, John Woo's producing it.Lost's Matthew Fox Vying to Play Speed Racer's Racer X3000 Attend "Funeral" for Fist of the North Star's RaohNintendo buys Monolith Soft Satoru Iwata issued a statement recentlyXbox 360 Elite out nowKen Kutaragi retiring from SonyRandom FactChildren grow faster in the springtimeReleasesMissed a big one last episoe.Venture Bros. Season II. Buy it nowLast Week DVDTrinity Blood, Vol 6Inu Yasha, Vol 53Loveless Collection Vols 1-3Naruto, Vol 11Fate/Stay Night, Vol 3Saiyuki Reload Gunlock, Vol 7Prince of Tennis, Set 1One Piece, Vol 8Stellvia, Complete Tin SetNerima Daikon Brothers, Vol 3Other Dvds of interestWKRP in Cincinatti Season 1The Littlest Hobo, Vol 1The Littlest Hobo, Vol 2A Night at the Museum - It seemed like it should have been funnierGamesPokemon Diamond and PearlThis weekAyakashi Samurai Horror Tales - Goddess of the Dark TowerBlack Cat Vol. #4BoBoBo-Bo Bo-BoBo Vol. #02Di Gi Charat Nyo! Vol. #1 Full Metal Panic! The Second Raid Vol. #4Gun Sword Vol. #7Hare+Guu OVA Vol. #1Pokemon Advanced Battle Vol. #09Pokemon Advanced Battle Vol. #10Princess Princess Vol. #1Shana Vol. #5 UFO Ultramaiden Valkyrie 3 Vol. #1Random FactThe United States has never lost a war in which mules were used.What I'm Watching/PlayingTalked about HeroesSPOILER (Highlight to read)They are ripping off Watchmen! GintamaSuper Paper MarioRandom Musing/Conspiracy TheoryDo aliens exist?Random FactRubber bands last longer when refrigerated.Spring Anime Preview Darker Than BlackClaymoreLucky StarHayate, the Combat ButlerRocket GirlsRandom FactThe starfish is the only animal that can turn its stomach inside out.Reviews Please Teacher (Onegai Teacher) Next Episode: Please TwinsRandom FactThe idling frequency of a diesel engine is 26 cycles per second, the same as a cat's purr. Rants Why do I keep watching SNL?Aqua Teen Hunger Force - Where art thou?Promos Played:Dave & Joel's Fast Karate for the GentlemenAnime World OrderAnime PacificSongPeace by InsistContact Infoemail: upapaddle@gmail.comsite: upapaddle.comblog: kentcer.comAlso, please vote for Up a Paddle at Podcast Pickle. Thanks for Listening

Up a Paddle - Episode 34 - Take That, Captain Planet!

Sun, 15 Apr 2007 23:59:00 +0000

Up a Paddle - Episode 34 - Take That, Captain Planet!Site News- My personal voice recorder has arrived. The next episode will have spliced in stuff I recorded on it. Still working out the kinks.- I am going to update the polls once again. Random Fact:A cat has 32 muscles in its earNews Funimation aquires One Piece. More actors for Speed Racer.Yatterman, Gatchaman live action movies announced Gedo Senki dvd details announced Shia LaBeouf confirmed for Indy 4. Also, Mummy III announced. More details on Nights: Journey into Dreams. From the makers of Guitar Hero - Rock BandGuitar Hero II conspiracy - Have to buy extra songs in 3 packsGuitar Hero III announced for Fall 2007 for Playstation 2, PS3, Xbox 360 and Wii Capcom held Capcom Gamer's Day. Announced or showed following titles:Super Street Fighter II Turbo HD Remix (Xbox360, PS3) Super Puzzle Fighter II Turbo HD Remix (Xbox360, PS3, PC)Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trials and Tribulations for DSHarvey Birdman: Attorney at Law for PS2 and PSP. Devil May Cry 4 (PC, PS3, Xbo360)Resident Evil 5 (PS3, Xbo360)Resident Evil: The Umbrella Chronicles (Wii)Resident Evil 4: Wii Edition Sega Saturn games coming to GametapXbox 360 Keyboard attachment announced. Wii Opera Browser's final version releasedPS3 20 GB Model Phased outRandom FactThe milk of a hippopotamus is bright pink.ReleasesTwo weeks agoAir Gear Vol. #2 Case Closed: Case 3 Vol. #1Ergo Proxy Vol. #3I Shall Never ReturnInu Yasha Vol. #52 - Assuming each disc is $20 (low estimate), that's $1040. Wow Kodocha Vol. #12Kyo Kara Maoh! Season 2 Vol. #3 Maburaho Complete Collection Moon Phase Vol. #5 My-Hime Vol. #7 Pokemon Movie 9: Pokemon Ranger & Temple of the SeaViewtiful Joe Vol. #08Last Week Kurau: Phantom Memory Vol. #1 Papuwa Vol. #5Zatch Bell Vol. #9 This week.hack//Roots Vol. #1 Ai Yori Aoshi/Ai Yori Aoshi-Enishi Complete Set Cutey Honey: The Movie Elemental Gelade Vol. #6 Gatekeepers/Gatekeepers 21 Complete SetHuman Crossing Box Set Le Chevalier D'Eon Vol. #2Noein Vol. #3Paniponi Dash Vol. #3Paradise Kiss Vol. #3Peach Girl Vol. #1Solty Rei Vol. #3 Random FactDisney's Snow White was originally drawn as a blonde.Special - The Little Brother ChallengeRandom FactThe average women eats 20kg of lipstick in her life.ReviewOrigin: Spirits of the PastWikipedia EntryANN EntryNext episode is the Spring Preview. If the fall preview episode is any example, expect the next episode in June.Promos PlayedWeekly Anime ReviewThe Ninja Consultant's PodcastAnime PacificContact InfoEmail: Upapaddle@gmail.comWebsite: http://upapaddle.comBlog: http://kentcer.com Song Ukyo Kuonji by TV's Kyle.Thanks for listening!

Up a Paddle - Episode 33 - Highly Inappropriate - Part I

Sun, 01 Apr 2007 23:59:00 +0000

Up a Paddle - Episode 33 - Highly Innapropriate Part ISorry about the delay in posting the show notes. This is the one year anniversary episode. Woot. Here are two other podcasts (better podcasts) that are celebrating the 1 year mark:Two Girls and A PodcastJamesPodRandom Fact: Intelligent people have more zinc and copper in their hair. Site News- Picked a digital voice recorder - Olympus WS300 - might be able to get more than one episode a month out now. - I got a PS2, will review PS2 games now. Random Fact: The first novel written on a typewriter "Tom Sawyer"News Freedom OVA - Worldwide release on Blu-ray and HD-DVD - I might be wrong about the Blu-rayEmile Hirsch confirmed as live-action Speed RacerAll Japan Anime "Knowledge Test" AnnouncedNew Ghibli movie announced: Gake no ue no Ponyo (Ponyo Above a Cliff)Tolkien Jr completed Lord of the Rings with The Children of HÃrinLego Batman Confirmed Mario and Sonic at the OlympicsXbox Elite announcedNights II - ConfirmedSmurfs: Rescue in Gargamel's Castle II confirmed. Random FactQ. What is the only food that doesn't spoil?A. HoneyEmail AwesomeComment from Root Beer KingDVD Releases Week of March 20Black Cat Vol. #3Cambrian Vol. #2Eureka Seven Vol. #06IGPX: Season 2 Box Set Law of Ueki Vol. #06Mobile Suit Gundam Seed Destiny Vol. #07 Scrapped Princess Complete Collection: Anime Legends EditionShana Vol. #4Utawarerumono Vol. #2Yu Yu Hakusho Collection 4Week of March 27Basilisk Vol. #6Bleach Vol. #03Burst Angel Box SetCoyote Ragtime Show Vol. #2Gakuen Heaven Vol. #1Gaogaigar Vol. #04Genshiken: Society for the Study of Modern Visual Culture Economy SetHikaru no Go Vol. #07Moeyo Ken TV Vol. #2Naruto Vol. #10Rumbling Hearts Vol. #3Samurai 7 Box Set Tactics Vol. #4 Tekkaman Blade Set 1To Heart Vol. #1Tokko Vol. #1Zipang Vol. #4Next episode, I'll have this week's releases. Should be out soon. April Fools. Screw it, I'll do two episodes this weekend. Maybe a special too.Random FactIn Baltimore, Maryland, it is not legal to take a lion to the movies. ReviewsChobitsANN EntryWikipedia EntryYou gotta admit, it has a catchy theme song.On Part II of Highly Innapropriate, Please Teacher and Please Twins. Random Fact On average, 100 people choke to death on ball-point pens every year. PromosTwo Girls and a PodcastAnime PulseAnime PacificSong Sheep in the Morning by TVs KyleContact InfoEmail: UpAPaddle@gmail.comPersonal Blog: http://kentcer.com YouTube for Lazy PeopleThanks for listening!

Up a Paddle - Special - Just the Facts, Ma'am

Sun, 01 Apr 2007 23:58:00 +0000

Here are all the random facts I've done over the past year. Enjoy.

Up a Paddle - Episode 32 - On the Road Again

Wed, 14 Mar 2007 23:59:00 +0000

Up a Paddle - Episode 32 - On the Road AgainIt's the travel edition! Also, it's the sleepy edition as I haven't gotten a lot of sleep and I kinda ramble in this one. Site news - Looking into getting portable recorder. Please send your recommendations to upapaddle@gmail.com - Updated poll - which anime should I watch nextNewsDragon Ball MMO* Note, I said this looked like a Japanese game. From the looks of the text on the site, it may be made in Korea. Lego MMOPlaystation HomeLittle Big PlanetThis Week's ReleasesAM Driver Vol. #1Best Student Council Vol. #2DearS Complete Box Set Disgaea Vol. #2 Full Moon Vol. #04 Initial D Season 1 Box SetMichel Vol. #6Trinity Blood Vol. #5Email/Awesome- Comment from the Root Beer King- Email from Bob of wqoq.com fame: flash video: Mario the CommunistConspiracy Theory - Was Mario a metaphor for taking drugs?Review Kino's Journeyhttp://www.kinosjourney.com/ANN EntryWikipedia EntryGhost RiderRotten TomatoesElite Beat Agentshttp://elitebeatagents.com/Wikipedia EntryPromos Played:Chibi Tokyohttp://chibitokyo.libsyn.com/Greatest Movie EVER! Podcasthttp://gooberzilla.wordpress.com/Anime Pacifichttp://animepacific.blogspot.comSong:Anime Eyes by Blip Blip Bleep Download "Anime Eyes" (mp3) from "Wireless"by Blip Blip BleepUndercover Culture Music Buy at iTunes Music Store Buy at eMusic Buy at Napster More On This Album Contact InfoEmail: upapaddle@gmail.comPodcast Site: http://upapaddle.comPersonal Blog: http://kentcer.comThanks for listening!

Up a Paddle - Episode 31 - Episode 31 is Back!

Wed, 07 Mar 2007 23:22:00 +0000

Up a Paddle - Episode 31 - Episode 31 is backIt's Over 5000 - Samuari Special Part 2 Take 2Instead of fixing last week's flop, I'm just re-recording it and adding this week's content. So longer ep.Also, I plan to record at least one more episode this week. Gotta boost my numbers up somehowFinally, after 30 episodes, I've gotten my 5000th download. After listening to tonight's episode, you'll see why it took this long.Site newMacBook is Yes - Sort ofSite PollsWatched Kino's Journey, working on Herlock, Lain is next.Will discuss Other poll in upcoming episodeRandom FactIn the average lifetime, a person will walk the equivalent of 5 times around the equator.Bonus Random FactPinocchio was made of pine.NewsAnimeNew Evangelion movie SeptemberEvangelion Drink - Comes in Don't Drink the Coffee and LCL OrangeFunimation downloads on iTunesArcadia of My Youth Goes Out of Print This SummerGunbuster Controversy The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya discs finally up for preorderHere's the YouTube Video of the song I mentionedMonthly Shonen Jump to End?Robotech: The Shadow Chronicles Sequel in ProductionAdult Swim Launches Interactive Video PlyerShin-Chan Returns to Adult Swim This YearStudio Ghibli Lines up Art Staff for New FilmOtaku USA Magazine to Debut in JuneHokuto no Ken Online Game AnnouncedGames NewsNew Wii channel - Everybody votesSounds like new virtual console feature on the way: The Warp Zone (in UK now)Halo 3 - Fall 2007 - Who didn't see this coming?LOTR Online NDA lifted The last Dreamcast game, Last Hope, release recently in Japan TMNT the Arcade game coming to Xbox LiveIkaruga coming to Xbox Live arcade as wellWii console sales: It's over 5 million - that joke never get's oldRumor - iPhone to play WoWRumor - Kotor 3 to be announced soon for Xbox 360, PS3 Random FactAn ostrich egg would take four hours to hard boil.Bonus Random FactThe largest recorded kidney stone weighed 1.36 kg.Email - Awesome- I read an email from Bob of wqoq.com fame, explaining how the Hulk could beat Superman in a fightRandom Fact30% of people asked to participate in an opinion poll refuse.ReleasesWeek of Feb 12Bobobo-Bo Bo-BoboGrenadier Economy PackGames Last WeekWii PlayKid IcarusKirby's AdventureIce ClimbersWeek of Feb 18Basilisk Vol. #5 Elemental Gelade Vol. #5 Fate / Stay Night Vol. #2 Gunbuster Le Chevalier D'Eon Vol. #1 Mobile Suit Gundam Wing: Endless Waltz - Anime Movie Classics EditionMobile Suit Gundam: Char's Counterattack - Anime Movie Classics EditionMoon Phase Vol. #4 Naruto Vol. #9 Negima Vol. #6 Nerima Daikon Brothers Vol. #2Origin - Spirit of the Past Samurai Gun Complete Collection GamesSonic and the Secret RingsStreets of RageDonkey Kong CountryNew Adventure IslandWeek of Feb 25Captain N the Game MasterParadise Kiss, vol. 2Tenacious D in the Pick of DestinyTideland - Just mentioning this one because it was shot here in SaskatchewanGamesSSX BlurLegend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time for Virtual ConsoleWeek of March 6Full Metal Panic! The Second Raid Vol. #3Gun Sword Vol. #6 Guyver: The Bioboosted Armor Vol. #3 Megaman: NT Warrior Vol. #13 Pokemon Advanced Battle Vol. #07 Pokemon Advanced Battle Vol. #08Solty Rei Vol. #2 Speedgrapher Vol. #6 UFO Ultramaiden Valkyrie 2 Vol. #3 Random FactOdontophobia is the fear of teeth.Bonus Random FactThe average human eats 8 spiders in their lifetime at night. ShoutoutsAnime World Orderhttp://animeworldorder.blogspot.comAnime Genesishttp://anime-gen.comAnime Pacifichttp://animepacific.blogspot.comReviewsSeven SamuraiWikipedia EntrySamurai 7Wikipedia EntryANN EntryPopcorn Samuraihttp://popcornsamurai.comSamurai ChamplooWikpedia EntryANN EntryBonus Minute ReviewPenny Arcade Bookshttp://www.penny-arcade.comBonus Random FactShakespeare invented the words "assassination" and "bump." RantStupid Keys not being stupid encoded. I thought something was seriously wrong.Random Fact Karoke means "empty orchestra" in Japanese.Bonus Random FactThe dot over the letter "i" is called a tittle.Contact InfoEmail: UpAPaddle@Gmail.comSite: http://upapaddle.comPersonal Blog: http://www.kentcer.comClosing Song:High Track by AmpliphonicThanks for listening!

Another apology

Fri, 23 Feb 2007 17:00:00 +0000

The episode I released earlier this morning had some serious sound issues. I'll try and repair it this weekend, and re-release it if possible.

Another apology

Fri, 23 Feb 2007 12:00:00 +0000

The episode I released earlier this morning had some serious sound issues. I'll try and repair it this weekend, and re-release it if possible.

Apology - Episode out tomorrow

Thu, 22 Feb 2007 05:42:00 +0000

I'm running a little late with the latest episode of Up a Paddle (about a week or so). I recorded it on my MacBook for the first time and am running into some sound issues. It should be up tomorrow. Again, I apologize for the delay.Don't worry, I'll get back to disappointing you aurally tomorrow. From now on I'll try to keep a more regular schedule, or barring that, I'll just record a bunch of episodes at once in order to catch up.Later

Apology - Episode out tomorrow

Thu, 22 Feb 2007 00:42:00 +0000

Up a Paddle - Episode 30 - Samurai Showdown of Ultimate Destiny

Wed, 07 Feb 2007 23:59:00 +0000

Get out your katanas. This week I start my series on Samurai. Enjoy. Email/AwesomeBob of wqoq.com sent in an article refuting the MPAA's claim that 50% of Movie Piracy is due to Canadians.Site NewsMy YouTube video has had over 1030 views and most of those weren't mine. The video jumped two hundred in the last week and may go viral. Neat.I also talk about a poll on the site and two more that will be added after this podcast is released.Random FactIf you keep a goldfish in the dark room, it will eventually turn white. NewsAnime NewsBandai Visual confirms licenses for Gunbuster 2, The Wings of Rean and Demon Prince Enma Sony Pictures has Tekkon Kinkreet License. Kadokawa to Sell BitTorrent Films in US. Canada to get Anime Channel Movie NewsShawn Levy to direct The Flash Joss Whedon no longer directing Wonder WomanGhostbuster 3: Hellbent still in production, will be a CGI movieVideo Game NewsKonami announces several games for the WiiAnother Konami Game, Castlvania announced for PSP. Dracula X Chronicles. Manhunt 2 for WiiDVD NewsSpider-man 2 extended edition announced. Other NewsMooninites Invade BostonRandom FactAll pet hamsters are descended from a single female wild golden hamster found with a litter of 12 young in Syria in 1930. This Week's ReleasesDVDs Hellboy: Storm of SwordsThe Amazing Screw on HeadRobotech: The Shadow ChroniclesDragon Ball Z: Season 1 Shinobi: Heart Under BladeTrain Man (Densha Otoko: the movie)Jin-Roh: The Wolf BrigadeEscaflowne: The MoviePapuwa, Vol. 4: Macho MarathonRumbling Hearts, Vol 2Air Gear, Vol 1Paniponi Dash, Vol 2Viewtiful Joe, Vol 7Inu Yasha, Vol 50Case Closed, Vol 2: Season 2 - Cracking the Perfect AlibiGalaxy Railways - Complete collectionKodocha Vol. #11 (of 24)Tokko Vol. #1 Alien Nation: the Complete SeriesTeen Titans Trouble in TokyoThe Wicker ManHere's the YouTube video of the best scenes Video game releasesDiddy Kong Racing for DSLunar Knights for DSFinal Fantasy VI for gameboy Random FactThere are 25 men on a major league baseball roster. 2 major league baseball teams could all stand on a blue whale's tongue at the same time . . . if it were no longer attached to it that is.ShoutoutsAnime World OrderAnime PacificThis is like the counter counter counter counter shoutout. We're kind of stuck in a loop. So, as long as they play my promo, I'll play theirs. Heck, I'll keep playing theirs well after they realize my podcast sucks.Random FactAlma mater means bountiful mother.ReviewsSamurai JackAfro Samurai - Spoiler Alert, skip 38:30 to 48:46 if you want to avoid them. Random FactColgate's first toothpaste came in a jar.The Angry Dome DVD Double Dipping: Greedy BastardsRandom FactThe Eisenhower interstate system requires that one mile in every five must be straight. These straight sections are usable as airstrips in times of war or other emergencies. Upcoming Reviews Seven SamuraiSamurai 7Samurai Champloo SongSaturday Morning Cartoons by Just JaycobContact InformationEmail: upapaddle@gmail.comPodcast Site: http://upapaddle.comBest Site Ever (made by me): http://www.kentcer.comThanks for listening!

Up a Paddle - Episode 29 - How Do I Apply To Ninja School?

Tue, 30 Jan 2007 01:37:00 +0000

Another two weeks, another episode. This week I talk about ninjas, inspirational violent teachers, better podcasts than this one and Podcast Pete returns briefly! Site NewsI finally updated the Site. Check it out at http://upapaddle.comEmail AwesomeI talk about an email from Anime Pacific. They played my promo on their show so that's sweet.Random FactA snail can sleep for three years.NewsTV NewsA Song of Fire and Ice to be adapted to a HBO seriesThe IT Crowd is coming to the USMovie newsGhost in the Shell Live Action movie - One step closer to realityAnime NewsViz Media has to distribute Death Note in DVD and download formMelancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya Second Season announced Fall 2007.First Haruhi Suzumia to be released in May, 2007Shuffle! LicensedNaruto Fillers over FebruaryMore Movie News50% of Movie Piracy happens in Canada - Go CanadaVideo game newsWii News Channel Launches Super Paper Mario officially for the Wii. OfficiallyPS3 Price Change in Canada - What the heck? An $50 increase? Not to worry, you can pay for it with the PS3 credit card swipe DVD newsVenture Bros Season 2 April 17Walt Disney Treasures not CancelledRandom FactUntil the year 1920, Canada was planning on invading the United States.Conspiracy Theory Corner Only other Podcasters listen to podcasts.ReleasesHeat Guy J Complete CollectionWario Ware: Smooth Moves for the Wii.Yojimbo & SanjuroShoutouts- Anime Pacific http://animepacific.blogspot.com-Diggers Storyhttp://diggersstory.com- Weekly Anime Reviewhttp://weeklyanimereview.comKentcernationhttp://www.kentcer.com/nucleusRandom FactKilts are not native to Scotland. They originated in France.ReviewNinja Nonsensehttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ninja_NonsenseGreat Teacher Onizuka (Live Action)http://wiki.d-addicts.com/Great_Teacher_OnizukaRandom FactRight-handed people live, on average, nine years longer than left-handed people.RantHere's the rant I sent in to the Moon Masters, slightly edited for content.http://themoonmasters.comPodcast PetePirate JokeRandom FactBluebirds cannot see the color blueSong Monster by Common GroundThanks for listening!

Up a Paddle - Episode 28 - Stump Kentcer

Wed, 17 Jan 2007 01:01:00 +0000

Up a Paddle - Episode 28 - Stump KentcerThis week I talk about my adventures in sending comments to other podcasts and my plans to annoy other podcasters in the future.This episode is technically a day late. So much for New Years Resolutions ;)Site newsI'm planning to update layout of site, use a new Libsyn template, just need to find some time to do it.ShoutoutsMick Aloha and Apocalypse Dowell of the Moonmastershttp://themoonmasters.comI plan to be pestering the podcasters that I listen to on a more regular basis. I'll be sending in questions, comments, invading forums, what have you. If you're a podcaster and you want a promo, I'll be happy to help out. Send me your promos too.I also plan to be a jerk. My ratings suck and since I'm getting nowhere with doing nice shoutouts, Now is the timeto start talking smack about other podcasts. If you're a podcast wanting to start a rivaly, email me at upapaddle@gmail.com. Be sure to talk some smack. No fair if you are a good podcast though Bob, you need to start podcasting. Random FactButterflies taste with their feet. News: MacworldAppleTVApple iPhoneCES 2007LG Announces Bluray/HDDVD playerR2D2 ProjectorIPTV on Xbox 360Other newsThe Pirate Bay wants to Buy SealandNotable ReleasesThis WeekWorld of Warcraft: Burning Crusade Seven SwordsSuperGals Season 2Last Week Extras: The First SeasonRandom FactAs of July 2005, the smallest country in terms of population was Pitcairn Islands with 45 inhabitants! Reviews:Angel Hearthttp://www.animenewsnetwork.com/encyclopedia/anime.php?id=5487http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Angel_Heart_%28anime%29Made In Akihabarahttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maid_in_akihabara Random FactArnold Schwarzenegger's famous line in The Terminator 'I'll be back' was originally scripted as 'I'll come back'. Podcast Recommendations:Dave and Joel's Fast Karate for the Gentlemen.http://daveandjoel.blogspot.com/Anime Pacifichttp://animepacific.blogspot.com/Product Recommendations Delicious Libraryhttp://www.delicious-monster.com/Random FactReindeer like to eat bananasRants- Dust Jackets on DVDs- Cold WeatherRandom FactHuman jaw muscles can generate a force of 200 pounds (90.8 kilograms) on the molars. SongWhen the Revolution Comes by SunspotContact InfoEmail: UpaPaddle@Gmail.comPodcast Site: http://upapaddle.comBlog: http://www.kentcer.comThanks for listening!

Up a Paddle - Episode 27 - Welcome to the Season Premiere!

Tue, 09 Jan 2007 00:30:00 +0000

Up a Paddle - Episode 27 - Welcome to the Season PremiereHappy New Year. I'm back for another season of Up a Paddle. Sorry about that. Shout outs- To Anime Genesis - http://anime-gen.com- To Weekly Anime Review - http://weeklyanimereview.comPodcast Pickle timePlease Go to podcast pickle http://podcastpickle.com and vote for me. To do so, search for Up a Paddle using the search button in the upper right hand corner.Click on the first link that says "Up a Paddle" and then click the "Add to Favorites Button"- It may ask you to create a login for the site. Do so, log in, and then go back and click Add to Favorites. Random FactIt takes about a week to make a jelly bean.Regular NewsVideo Game NewsVirtua Fighter 5 coming to Xbox 360Dragon Quest 9 coming to DSNintendo's Giant Link ContestAnime NewsBleach Fillers are Over. Hooray!Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya officially licenced by Bandai. also, check out this video. It's trippy.Movie NewsIndiana Jones starting production this year, filming this summer, release date set for May 2008Tech newsMacWorld is upon us again Jan 9 through 12More Video Game NewsRumor - Xbox 360 with HDMI and 120GB Hard Drive coming out soon, possibly to have HD-DVD built in.Childs Play Charity raises over a million dollars! Random FactWhen Scott Paper Company first started manufacturing toilet paper they did not put their name on the product because of embarrassment.Recent ReleasesSnakes on a Plane. That is allNext WeekIdiocracyCospiracy Theory Corner - Idiocracy - "A Manufactured Sleeper Hit?"Random FactThe average housefly weighs 10 to 15 millionths of a pound.ReviewWelcome to the NHKhttp://www.animenewsnetwork.com/encyclopedia/anime.php?id=5487http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Welcome_to_the_nhkRandom FactFingernails grow fastest on the hand you favor.Contact InfoEmail: UpAPaddle@gmail.comPodast Site: http://UpAPaddle.com - To be updated shortly as I want to pick a better template for the sitePersonal Blog: http://www.kentcer.com/nucleusSongTwo Car Garage By The Cool Waters BandThanks for listening!

Up a Paddle - Episode 26 - Seasons Greetings Finale

Wed, 20 Dec 2006 01:55:00 +0000

Up a Paddle - Episode 26 - Season's Greetings FinaleIntro bumper generously provided by Bob of http://wqoq.com fameSeasons Greetings. Thought I'd sneak out one more episode before the new year. Hopefully, I'll be able to catch up to where I should be. Site newsWhere the heck have I been - Usual excuses, work, school, sick, lazy. Also Wii!Shout out to Benu from Anime Genesis for adding me as a favorite to Podcast Pickle- Would have played a promo but couldn't find one.http://anime-gen.comShout out to Two Girls and A Podcast as well for playing my promohttp://twogirlsandapodcast.libsyn.com/NewsNaruto fillers ending Spring 2007. Naruto: Shippuuden (TV) or Naruto: Hurricane Chronicles. http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/encyclopedia/anime.php?id=7293English website advertising the Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya has appeared. http://asosbrigade.comGenshiken OVA will be packed in with Disc one of Kujibiki unbalance in Japan. Opposite of how it was released the first time.http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2006-11-29/genshiken-oav-trailer-onlineDensha Otoko DX: The Last Crusade aired in Japan. Another special for the wildly popular Densha Otoko tv series. It was good stuff.http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2006-11-29/genshiken-oav-trailer-onlineWii out. Is fun. made video. Got way more hits on it when i put it on youtube than when I podcast it. Wii Strap RecallThis week's releasesJet Li's FearlessRecent notable releasesAnimeNaruto Uncut Vol 2Planetes - Complete collectionEureka Seven Vols 4 and 5Regular DVDTalladega NightsWalt Disney Legacy Collection: True Life AdventuresGamesElebitsRandom FactA goose was customary Christmas fare until Henry VIII took it upon himself to tuck into a turkeyNow for a brief musical interlude Songs Rockin Around the Christmas Tree by Ayla Brownhttp://music.podshow.com/music/producers/producerLibrary/artistdetails.php?BandHash=cecaf3f987b3f7d8e8d6d9c0783c4bb4I tricked Nick by Lynn JULIAN aka CookieCutterGirlhttp://music.podshow.com/music/producers/producerLibrary/artistdetails.php?BandHash=93337f4942409b57b456e39d21698322The 2006 Fall Anime Preview Spectacular. Sumomomo Momomohttp://www.animenewsnetwork.com/encyclopedia/anime.php?id=6555Bartenderhttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bartender_%28anime%29http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X4hI6BYmGms&eurl=Random FactAccording to Twas The Night Before Christmas, published in 1823, Santa's Reindeers are Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, Vixen, Comet, Cupid, Donder and Blitzen. Donner was a misprint inthe book Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer, published in 1936. Gene Autry's song of the same name kept Donner. Angry DomeIcy roads - They suckClosing Song Greatest Christmas Song Ever Written by American Heartbreakhttp://music.podshow.com/music/producers/producerLibrary/artistdetails.php?BandHash=617e70da4d0bdb86506451ce9f9a68a2Contact InfoEmail: Upapaddle@gmail.comPodcast site: http://upapaddle.comPersonal Blog: http://kentcer.comHappy Holidays!

Up a Paddle - Video Special - Getting my Wii

Tue, 21 Nov 2006 23:26:00 +0000

Up a Paddle - Video Special - Getting My WiiThis week I thought I'd try something different and so I'm coming to you in amazing 2D! I was able to finangle a Wii and so I open it for all to see. Good TimesContact infoEmail: upapaddle@gmail.comPodcast site: http://upapaddle.comCoolest blog ever: http://www.kentcer.comThanks for watching!

Up a Paddle - Episode 25 - The Returnening

Thu, 09 Nov 2006 01:26:00 +0000

Up a Paddle - Episode 25 - The ReturneningThis week I give a brief explanation as to what happened last month and why I didn't record an episode. Hopefully this hour longextravaganza makes up for it. The explanation covers the following topics:- Business Trip to Laguna Beach- Disneyland- Essays and Tests and Assignments, Oh My!And the following holidays:- Bobtober (http://wqoq.com/index.php?s=bobtober)- Kentmas (http://www.kentcer.com/nucleus/index.php?query=kentmas&amount=0&blogid=1)I also discuss the recent surge in Up a Paddle downloads. Thanks guys!Email Awesome- Comment from Jamespod (www.reginaradio.com) at Up a Paddle.com. The Name Stays - because I'm lazy- Spam - Thought the subject was funny "Wanna see my halloween costume? I look like a whore. Love me!";NewsNintendo NewsVirtual Console games and pricing announcedhttp://www.gamesarefun.com/news.php?newsid=7143Nintendo World was this last week, new games announced, new Smash Bros trailerhttp://wii.ign.com/articles/742/742811p1.htmlOther video game newsEbay cracking down on PS3 and Wii preordershttp://arstechnica.com/news.ars/post/20061015-7988.htmlWii is less than two weeks away. I got my preorder (Woot!) and I preordered Elebits. Here's the trailer:http://media.wii.ign.com/media/824/824989/vid_1711089.htmlLik-Sang out of businesshttp://lik-sang.com/Funny Pages newsAldo Kelrast dead, memorialized at CNNhttp://www.cnn.com/2006/SHOWBIZ/10/18/eye.ent.worth/index.htmlkentcer.com article - http://www.kentcer.com/nucleus/index.php?itemid=588Anime newsGeneon Spot openedhttp://www.geneonspot.com Amazon.ca has a dedicated Anime section nowhttp://www.amazon.ca/gp/browse.html/ref=ani?node=186419011Tech NewsVista release announced - Nov 30http://www.computerworld.com/action/article.do?command=viewArticleBasic&articleId=9004710Conspiracy Theory CornerJFK assasinated by the hat conglomerate. AnnouncementI'm bringing the Fedora back. I'll endeavor to wear mine in public as much as possible. Maybe get another one.It's time people. If you have Fedora, it's time to bring it out. Tophats and bowlers are also acceptable.I've posted this already on Kentcer.com, but I would like to officially announce it officially.Review (Disney land)I discuss my Disneyland experience. I talk about the rides, the attractions, the foods and even the shopping. My conclusion: It was a Glorious time. Must go again. Also, here's the link to Fantasmic (http://disneyland.disney.go.com/disneyland/en_US/parks/entertainment/detail?name=FantasmicEntertainmentPage)Quick aside: Other non business things on the business trip- The Pacific Ocean- Jack in the BoxRantBlackouts. A minor inconvenience.Podcast PetePirates of the Caribbean: The Best Ride Ever!Next episodeAnime Fall Season preview. SongHappy Birthday by Craymohttp://music.podshow.com/music/producers/producerLibrary/artistdetails.php?BandHash=a7c21760d0a2b5de5aef57818800bb57This Episode's Random Facts- 101 Dalmatians and Peter Pan are the only two Disney cartoon features with both parents that are present and don't die throughout the movie.- Donald Duck comics were banned in Finland because he doesn't wear pants.- The Only Movie Walt Disney wrote was 'Lt. Robin Crusoe, U.S.N.,' he wrote the story, his name does appear in the credits, as: Reltlaw Elais Yesnid, a backward versoin of his name.- Walt Disney had a private apartment inside Disneyland, above the Fire Station in Main Street, he often stayed there late at night, awaking early in the morning to walk around the park.Contact InfoEmail: upapaddle@gmail.comPodcast blog: http://upapaddle.comBest Blog Ever: http://www.kentcer.com/nucleus* Note - these will be converted into actual links in the coming days

Up a Paddle - Episode 24 - Kentcer Smash!

Fri, 29 Sep 2006 02:20:00 +0000

Up a Paddle - Episode 24 - Man in Suit! Man in Suit!- Quick updates - School and Homework have been keeping me busy so I didn't do an episode last week. You didn't miss much.- Store update - go to http://www.printfection.com/kentcer for a preview of Kentcer.com official merchandise. Please send in slogansto UpAPaddle@gmail.com.News- SNL Losing cast members, will try to be funny for oncehttp://breitbart.com/news/2006/09/21/D8K9HRLG0.html- PS3 lower end model to have HDMI Supporthttp://www.ft.com/cms/s/d036880a-4be8-11db-90d2-0000779e2340.html- 3 new Genshiken OVA's to be releasedhttp://www.animenation.com/- Microsoft HD-DVD to be released mid November, $199.99. http://xbox360.ign.com/articles/736/736050p1.htmlCurrent ReleasesLast Week Gojirahttp://www.amazon.ca/exec/obidos/ASIN/B000FA4TLQMy Name is Earl: Season Onehttp://www.amazon.ca/exec/obidos/ASIN/B000G6BL88/ Random FactReindeer milk has more fat than cow milkThis week's releases: DVDsVoltron Vol 1http://www.amazon.ca/exec/obidos/asin/B000FUTV64Dracula 75th AnniversaryFrankenstein 75th AnniversarySeason Premieres this weekCorner GasMy Name is EarlThe OfficeStudio 60 - SNL should be watching this showRandom FactHot water weighs more than cold.Review Gojirahttp://www.amazon.ca/exec/obidos/ASIN/B000FA4TLQRandom FactNutmeg is extremely poisonous if injected intraveinously Podcast / Youtube RecommendationLittle Kuriboh - Yu-gi-oh, The Abridged Series http://www.youtube.com/profile_videos?user=LittleKuribohRandom Fact"Underground" is the only word in the English language that begins andends with the letters "und."Song: Tedeebedibbedib by Fluox Speelt Fluoxhttp://music.podshow.com/music/producers/producerLibrary/artistdetails.php?BandHash=35eee60253bd7435e0fa51b5cb0bdfb1 Contact InfoEmail: UpAPaddle@gmail.comSite: http://upapaddle.comBlog: http://kentcer.com * Links will be linkofied at a later date.

Up a Paddle - Episode 23 - Back to School

Sat, 16 Sep 2006 03:08:00 +0000

Up a Paddle Episode 23 - Back to SchoolI've started night classes at the University and am pretty excited about it. You'll probably hear more about it in coming episodes. Comments and correctionsLast week I posted a Random Fact That may not have been factual.Yeah, this may happen from time to time. If you notice that a fact is more truthy than factual, email upapaddle@gmail.comRandom FactUntil the 1960's men with long hair were not allowed to enter Disneyland.NewsApple conference this weekhttp://origin.www.cbc.ca/technology/story/2006/09/12/apple-annnoucement.html- New iPod Shuffle - 1G, silver, size of a matchbook- New iPod Nano - 2, 4 or 8GB with aluminum finish- Updated iPod 5G - now 30 or 80GB, brighter screen, longer battery life - iTunes movies in the States - Disney owned ones so far- iBox - set top box for streaming media from your computer to your tvNintendo conference this weekWii Price and Launch Date Announcedhttp://www.joystiq.com/2006/09/15/the-only-wii-post-youll-ever-need/Sony only to distribute 500,000 PS3's this yearhttp://www.joystiq.com/2006/09/06/north-american-japanese-ps3-launch-limited-to-500-000-units/Rumor - Super Paper Mario on Wii (guess it was confirmed)http://www.videogamesblogger.com/2006/09/07/super-paper-mario-coming-to-wii.htm4 Neon Genesis Evangelion movies announcedRebuild of Evangelion - first one will be out in 2007http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/article.php?id=9464Shuffle Director's Cut confirmed http://www.animenation.net/news/index.php?id=10200The Hobbit announced by MGM. They hope Peter Jackson will direct.http://www.darkhorizons.com/news06/060911g.phpThis Week's ReleasesThe Office: Season 2http://www.amazon.ca/Office-Season-Two-Bryan-Gordon/dp/B000GETTKM/sr=1-2/qid=1158382572/ref=pd_bowtega_2/701-6856827-3677925?ie=UTF8&s=dvdSmallville: The Complete Fifth Seasonhttp://www.amazon.ca/Smallville-Complete-Season-Tom-Welling/dp/B000G1R4SO/sr=1-1/qid=1158382594/ref=pd_bowtega_1/701-6856827-3677925?ie=UTF8&s=dvdSpongbob Squarepants - Season 4, Vol 1http://www.amazon.ca/SpongeBob-SquarePants-Season-Vol-1/dp/B000FZETKM/sr=1-4/qid=1158382637/ref=sr_1_4/701-6856827-3677925?ie=UTF8&s=dvdStar Wars - 1977 and 2004 versions - I'm proposing a boycotthttp://www.amazon.ca/Star-Wars-Episode-Versions-Widescreen/dp/B000FOPZUG/sr=1-2/qid=1158382617/ref=pd_bowtega_2/701-6856827-3677925?ie=UTF8&s=dvdBeavis and Butthead Do Americahttp://www.amazon.ca/Beavis-Butthead-America-Special-Collector/dp/B000GBEWGQ/sr=1-3/qid=1158382659/ref=sr_1_3/701-6856827-3677925?ie=UTF8&s=dvdAnimeGankutsuou - Vol 6 of 6http://www.amazon.ca/Gankutsuou-Chapter-Count-Monte-Cristo/dp/B000FFJ8NU/sr=1-4/qid=1158382682/ref=sr_1_4/701-6856827-3677925?ie=UTF8&s=dvdGun Sword - Vol 3 of 7http://www.amazon.ca/Gun-Sword-Vol-Separate-Ways/dp/B000GETTKC/sr=1-1/qid=1158382705/ref=sr_1_1/701-6856827-3677925?ie=UTF8&s=dvdIn theaters - not that you'll get to see itIdiocracyhttp://www.suntimes.com/output/entertainment/cst-ftr-idio06.htmlRandom FactThere are 293 ways to make change for a dollar.ReviewunderGRADShttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/UndergradsDVD out now - BUY IT!http://www.amazon.ca/Undergrads-Season-1-Version-fran%e7aise/dp/B000E3L6UG/ref=sr_11_1/701-6856827-3677925?ie=UTF8SUPPORT underGRADS! This link will provide more information on what you can do to get a second season of underGRADS on the airhttp://www.myspace.com/nitzwalshRandom FactMore people in China speak English than in the United States.SongThe Amphibians - New Day (I Feel Alone)http://music.podshow.com/music/producers/producerLibrary/artistdetails.php?BandHash=b16688764ba9114cd50064ab00dff350Please Vote For Me!You can vote for this podcast at http://podcastpickle.com and http://podcastalley.comTo vote at http://podcastpickle.com1. Go to http://podcastpickle.com2. At the top right hand corner, there is a button beside the login that says "Signup is free". Click this button andcreate a new account. After you create a username, log in using the login control in the top right hand corner of the page.3. Search for "Up a Paddle" using the search control under the login control. Click on the first link returned.4. Click the "Add to Favorites" button under the "Up a Paddle" flag logo.To vote at http://podcastalley.com1. Search for "Up a Paddle"2. Click on Up a Paddle. Three buttons will appear - Get Podcast, Vote, and Details3. Click the Vote button4. Enter your email address in the first field and click OK5. Open your email. There will be an email from Podcast Alley. Click on the link in the email.Contact Infoemail: UpAPaddle@gmail.compodcast site: http://upapaddle.compersonal blog: http://www.kentcer.com/nucleusThanks for Listening!

Up a Paddle - Episode 22 - Tetsuo! Kaneda! Tetsuo!

Fri, 08 Sep 2006 00:23:00 +0000

Up a Paddle - Episode 22 - Tetsuo! Kaneda! Tetsuo!Due to circumstances involving me having a lot less free time, I'm instituting a new format for the podcast. I'm going to shuffle the re-occuring segments a bit. Podcast Pete will occasionally make an appearance as will The Angry Dome and conspiracy theories, but not always. I'm trying to keep the podcast to be between 10 to 20 minutes. A little Kentcer goes a long way. Please email me with any comments or suggestions regarding this.NewsThe Crocodile Hunter - Steve Irwin, 44, died as a result of a Stingray barb. He will be missedhttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steve_irwinRandom FactOctopi have gardensNotable ReleasesGojirahttp://www.amazon.ca/Godzilla-Gojira-Deluxe-Collectors-set/dp/B000FA4TLQ/sr=8-1/qid=1157605305/ref=pd_ka_1/701-6856827-3677925?ie=UTF8&s=gatewayMy Name is Earl: Season Oncehttp://www.amazon.ca/My-Name-Is-Earl-Complete/dp/B000G6BL88/sr=8-1/qid=1157605334/ref=pd_ka_1/701-6856827-3677925?ie=UTF8&s=gatewayRobin Hood: Men in Tightshttp://www.amazon.ca/Robin-Hood-Men-in-Tights/dp/B000G6BLW4/sr=8-1/qid=1157605355/ref=pd_ka_1/701-6856827-3677925?ie=UTF8&s=gatewaySeven Samurai: Criterion Collectionhttp://www.amazon.ca/Samurai-Criterion-Collection-Akira-Kurosawa/dp/B000G8NXYG/sr=8-1/qid=1157605376/ref=pd_ka_1/701-6856827-3677925?ie=UTF8&s=gatewayNifty thing i found this weekMatrix Reloaded and Revolutions: Hackedhttp://www.originaltrilogy.com/forum/messageview.cfm?catid=11&threadid=5740&STARTPAGE=6Random FactThere are 336 dimples on a regulation golf ball.Review - Akirahttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Akira_%28film%29Random FactTo "testify" was based on men in the Roman court swearing to astatement made by swearing on their testicles.Podcast PromoWho Would Win - Starring Corbin Golding and Cade AndersonGo to http://youtube.com and search for either Who Would Win or CorbinGolding. Or if you're lazy, click here.Random FactA donkey will sink in quicksand but a mule won't.Please Vote For Me!You can vote for this podcast at http://podcastpickle.com and http://podcastalley.comTo vote at http://podcastpickle.com 1. Go to http://podcastpickle.com 2. At the top right hand corner, there is a button beside the login that says "Signup is free". Click this button and create a new account. After you create a username, log in using the login control in the top right hand corner of the page.3. Search for "Up a Paddle" using the search control under the login control. Click on the first link returned.4. Click the "Add to Favorites" button under the "Up a Paddle" flag logo.To vote at http://podcastalley.com1. Search for "Up a Paddle"2. Click on Up a Paddle. Three buttons will appear - Get Podcast, Vote, and Details3. Click the Vote button4. Enter your email address in the first field and click OK5. Open your email. There will be an email from Podcast Alley. Click on the link in the email.SongAmerican Heartbreak - Last of the Superheroes http://music.podshow.com/music/producers/producerLibrary/artistdetails.php?BandHash=617e70da4d0bdb86506451ce9f9a68a2Contact Infoemail: UpAPaddle@gmail.compodcast site: http://upapaddle.compersonal blog: http://www.kentcer.com/nucleusThanks for listening!

Up a Paddle - Episode 21 - Under the Weather

Fri, 01 Sep 2006 01:12:00 +0000

Up a Paddle - Episode 21 - Under the WeatherI was sick when I recorded and edited this episode so it may or may not make sense, but being the plucky guy I am, I went ahead and did an episode anyway. Enjoy!NewsPS3 cures cancer (possibly)http://www.engadget.com/2006/08/23/playstation-3-to-join-folding-home-for-cure-ps3/No online for 3rd party Wii developers till 2007 (they were sent wii wii wii all the way home)http://www.wiicentre.com/148/no-3rd-party-launch-titles-have-wi-fi-support/Pluto is not a planethttp://www.cbc.ca/story/world/national/2006/08/24/pluto-planets.htmlRandom FactCamels have 3 sets of eyelids in order to keep sand out of their eyes.This Week's Notable ReleasesCastle of Cagliostrohttp://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B000FGG5NK/sr=1-2/qid=1157086369/ref=sr_1_2/701-6856827-3677925?ie=UTF8&s=dvdArrested Development: Season 3http://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B000EXDS7K/sr=1-1/qid=1157086352/ref=pd_bowtega_1/701-6856827-3677925?ie=UTF8&s=dvdLord of the Rings (again)http://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B000GJ0KNM/sr=1-3/qid=1157086325/ref=sr_1_3/701-6856827-3677925?ie=UTF8&s=dvdDarkwing Duck: Vol. 1http://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B000FS9MUQ/ref=pd_bxgy_gw_img_b/701-6856827-3677925?ie=UTF8Tailspin: Vol. 1http://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B000FS9MVA/sr=8-1/qid=1157086283/ref=pd_ka_1/701-6856827-3677925?ie=UTF8&s=gatewayReviewsExcel SagaAKA Quack Experimental Anime Excel Sagahttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Excel_Sagahttp://www.animenewsnetwork.com/encyclopedia/anime.php?id=398Random FactThe Kiwi, national bird of New Zealand, can't fly. It lives in a hole in the ground, is almost blind, and lays only one egg each year. Despite this, it has survived for more than 70 million years.The Angry Dome (Rant)Colds suckDVD Stickers SuckPodcast PeteHistory - Walking the Plank and other Pirate PunishmentsRandom FactSpider monkeys like banana daquairesPodcast RecommendationOtaku Generationhttp://otakugeneration.netSongFirst Date by Danko Joneshttp://music.podshow.com/music/producers/producerLibrary/artistdetails.php?BandHash=8a75a4c6095d43b8b8d1944724baa1adContact InfoEmail: UpAPaddle@gmail.comPodcast Site: http://upapaddle.comBlog: http://www.kentcer.com/nucleusThanks for listening!

Up a Paddle - Episode 20 - Snakes on a Paddle

Fri, 25 Aug 2006 00:50:00 +0000

Up a Paddle - Episode 20 - Snakes on a PaddleThere's Melonfarming Snakes in this Melonfarming podcast!NewsSnakes on a Plane #1 this weekend http://www.cnn.com/2006/SHOWBIZ/Movies/08/20/box.office.ap/index.htmlJohnny Bravohttp://www.imdb.com/title/tt0406890/George Lucas still hates youhttp://filmforce.ign.com/articles/726/726827p1.htmlScreenshots of new Amazon Video Store leakedhttp://arstechnica.com/news.ars/post/20060818-7540.htmlLegend of Zelda Wii control scheme revamped - now swing sword by moving controller.http://wii.ign.com/articles/726/726748p1.htmlQuick rumor - Gamecube games rereleased at a lower price for Wii enhanced to use Wii Controllerhttp://wii.ign.com/articles/726/726749p1.htmlWii Games announced at German Games Conference -Mario Strikers, Batallion Wars iihttp://wii.ign.com/articles/727/727276p1.htmlRandom FactThe venom of the king cobra, the world's largest poisonous snake, is strong enough to kill an elephant.Conspiracy Theory CornerCoke is what's really making us fat, not hamburgers (although they help)However, fries are giving us cancer. Random Fact 10 Western Brown Snake - Pseudonaja Nuchalis (Australia)9 Death Adder - Acanthophis Antarcticus (Australia)8 Black Tiger Snake - Notechis Ater (Australia)7 Tiger Snake - Notechis Scutatus (Australia)6 Sea Kraits - Laticauda Colubrina (Australia)5 MainLand Tiger Snake (Australia)4 Eastern Tiger Snake (Australia)3 Taipan - Oxyuranus Scutellatus (Australia)2 King Brown Snake - Pseudechis Australis (Australia)1 Inland Taipan Or Fierce Snake - Oxyuranus MicrolepidotusReviewsSnakes on a Planehttp://snakesonaplanemovie.comhttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Snakes_on_a_planePorco Rossohttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Porco_Rossohttp://www.animenewsnetwork.com/encyclopedia/anime.php?id=855Random FactPoisonous copperhead snake smells like fresh cut cucumbersRantMerging into traffic - don't be doing 30 under the speed limitRandom FactA king cobra can defend itself as soon as it hatchesPodcast PetePirate Biography - Anne Bonnyhttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anne_BonnyRandom FactA sheet of glass separates Harrison Ford and the arched (and highly dangerous) cobra when he falls into the Well of Souls. The snake actually did spray venom onto the glass.Podcast Recommendation:Snakes on a Podcasthttp://www.odeo.com/channel/118482/viewSongCanon in D Minor cover by Jerry Chttp://jerryc.tw/Contact InfoEmail: UpAPaddle@gmail.comPodcast Site: http://upapaddle.comBlog: http://www.kentcer.com/nucleusThanks for listening!

Up a Paddle - Episode 19 - Still Crazy

Fri, 18 Aug 2006 01:00:00 +0000

Up a Paddle - Episode 19 - Still CrazyThis week I conclude my two part series on crazy stuff by reviewing Neon Genesis Evangelion and Eternal Darkness: Sanity's Requiem.Comments and CorrectionsI apologize for last week's episode. I did an experiment with the tempo that didn't work so well. This week I overcompensate by leaving in a lot of awkward pauses. Look forward to next week's apology.RumorLatest Wii price rumor sets system at $170http://www.joystiq.com/2006/08/15/latest-wii-price-rumor-sets-system-at-170/Wii rumor: voice-to-text chathttp://www.joystiq.com/2006/08/15/wii-rumor-voice-to-text-chat/Vista Voice Blunderhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QmkQ1Nc9UYQNewsCode your own Xbox 360 games : XNA Game Studio Expresshttp://blog.rastvor.net/2006/08/15/microsoft-xna-game-studio-express/Snakes on a Plane out this week.http://snakesonaplanemovie.comRandom FactA baby eel is called an elver, a baby oyster is called a spat.Random MusingsSmurfs, in addition to being communist, also exhibited signs of being a cultRandom FactABBA got their name by taking the first letter from each of their first names: Agnetha, Bjorn, Benny, Anni-frid.ReviewsNeon Genesis Evangelionhttp://www.animenewsnetwork.com/encyclopedia/anime.php?id=49Eternal Darkness: Sanity's Requiemhttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eternal_darknessAlso, I recommend checking out some of HP Lovecraft's other works at:http://www.dagonbytes.com/thelibrary/lovecraft/Random FactCranberries are sorted for ripeness by bouncing them; a fully ripened cranberry can be dribbled like a basketball.Podcast Pete- Famous Pirates - Captain Kiddhttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Captain_Kiddhttp://www.piratesinfo.com/biography/biography.php?article_id=36Note: Since every website seems to have a different story on Kidd, Podcast Pete pieced together what he could in a short amount of time. Plus, given that some of it is from Wikipedia, please take it with a grain of salt.Email me if there's any inaccuracies or omissions. Yes, this biography was plundered. YARRR!Podcast RecommendationTravelling Moranshttp://brendanandsarah.comClosing SongCrazy in the Morning by BReNe WiLSONhttp://music.podshow.com/music/producers/producerLibrary/artistdetails.php?BandHash=79db16ef73d1f0271bacaf85fd094c6e Contact InfoEmail: upapaddle@gmail.comPodcast Site: http://upapaddle.comPersonal Blog: http://www.kentcer.com/nucleus

Up a Paddle - Episode 18 - I'm Crazy and so am I

Fri, 11 Aug 2006 01:22:00 +0000

Up a Paddle - Episode 18 - I am Crazy and so am I - Part 1 of 2This week I start my two part series on crazy stuff. I wanted to review some psychological anime and that desire evolved into this and the next episode. Due to unforseen circumstances, this episode is a little late. Sorry about that. Better never than late ... wait a second. Oh well, enjoy the show.NewsMac Pro released, Leopard spotlighted at WWDChttp://gear.ign.com/articles/724/724013p1.htmlWachoski Bros to do Speed Racer as next moviehttp://www.darkhorizons.com/news06/060807g.phpWii prince of Persia confirmed.http://www.joystiq.com/2006/08/03/wii-wii-prince-of-persia-coming-to-wii/AMD to drop ATi brand -- maybe notOriginal Story: http://www.pcpro.co.uk/news/91593/amd-to-drop-ati-brand.htmlRetraction: http://www.pcpro.co.uk/news/news/91650 Random FactThe letter J does not appear anywhere on the periodic table of the elements. ConspiracyThis week I highlight random conspiracies floating around in my head, conspiracies that could be true. They're not, but they could be.- Global warming is being perpetrated by Sunblock oil conglomerates to push their product- Shampoo shrinks your brain. http://www.brainbasedbusiness.com/2006/08/is_your_shampoo_shrinking_your.html- The Nintendo Wii will be used as a tool for hypnosis.- Radio waves from your tv are the real cause of cancer- Clorine's true purpose is sinisterRandom FactThe King of Hearts is the only king without a moustache.ReviewsTalladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobbyhttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Talladega_NightsSave the Green Planethttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Save_the_green_planetParanoia Agenthttp://www.animenewsnetwork.com/encyclopedia/anime.php?id=3169http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paranoia_agent Random FactNew York City is nicknamed the Big Apple after an early swing dance that originated in a South Carolina club called The Big Apple. RantSunburns suckRandom FactThe Sumatran tiger has the most stripes of all the tiger subspecies, and the Siberian tiger has the fewest. Podcast PetePete reminisces about the time he was a little loco.Podcast RecommendationThe Ninja Consultant Podcasthttp://ninjaconsultant.livejournal.com/SongDo they have Email in Heaven? By Jim Terr http://music.podshow.com/music/listeners/artistdetails.php?BandHash=57076177b80116782f6637b440f5158eContact Info:Email: upapaddle@gmail.comPodcast Blog: http://upapaddle.comPersonal Blog: http://www.kentcer.com/nucleusThanks for Listening

Up a Paddle - Episode 17 - I'm an Otaku, Where's my Harem?

Wed, 02 Aug 2006 01:53:00 +0000

Up a Paddle - Episode 17 - I'm a Otaku. Where's my Harem?This week I talk about one of the staples of Japanese Animation, the Harem Anime.Also I talk about E3 and BatmanEmail, Comments, and Corrections1. Last week I forgot to put in link to Street Fighter clip from City Hunter.Here's the linkhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=55Z48SMWSHsHere's the Korean version of Street Fighterhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=COIvThlpPHY2. Correction to Podcast Pete's review of One Piece. Random FactAmericans will spend more on cat food this year than baby food. NewsVideo Game NewsE3 no morehttp://wii.ign.com/articles/722/722482p1.htmlWii Prove Our Promisehttp://www.gc-germany.com/pressetermine.shtmlPS3 version of achievements called entitlementshttp://www.joystiq.com/2006/07/31/360-achievements-ps3-entitlements/In the game Spore you'll be able to get a 3d model of your character sculpted for a fee.http://totalspore.com/articles/rumors/ea-sends-out-3d-models-of-creatures-made-at-e3/DVD NewsDC: New Frontier and Superman: Doomsday coming out to dvdhttp://www.aintitcool.com/display.cgi?id=24016Funny Paper news:Garfield for the last week actually had a storyline.http://www.garfield.comTV newsWinner of adult swim's have it your way contest is having them air all episodes of FLCL back to back. Because he's awesome. He's also getting them to play episodes of Cowboy Bebop, Trigun, Paranoia Agent, Fullmetal Alchemist, and Samurai Champloo.http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/article.php?id=9287Podcast News- Reached rank of 1274 on Podcast Alley. Also, everyone knows that the t-rex eating the unicorn ended WWI. * Yet another screw up, I said dragon in this segment, meant to say T-Rex. http://www.robandelliot.cycomics.com/archive.php?id=234Random FactTake your height and divide by eight. Thats how tall your head is.Conspiracy / Random MusingRemoved this week due to stupidness Random FactFemale canaries cannot singReviews *Note, all synopsis's of shows read on this episode of Up a Paddle are from http://www.wikipedia.org and http://animenewsnetwork.comLove Hinahttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Love_Hinahttp://www.animenewsnetwork.com/encyclopedia/anime.php?id=168Shuffle!http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shuffle%21http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/encyclopedia/anime.php?id=5375Ouran High School Host Clubhttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ouran_High_School_Host_Clubhttp://www.animenewsnetwork.com/encyclopedia/anime.php?id=6122Also should mention that Ranma 1/2 can be technically be considered a harem but it is too awesome for that. Random FactAccording to our experts, there was no punctuation until the 15th century.Podcast PeteComments and correctionsPodcast RecommendationTheOtaku.com - By the guys who do Anime Pulse. 10 minutes of anime news each week. In funny voices.http://www.podcastpickle.com/casts/14736/Two Girls and a Podcasthttp://twogirlsandapodcast.libsyn.comand Mick Aloha Adventures:http://www.mickaloha.com/Sorry for talking smack. SongDrunk Tonight By The Bloody Irish Boyshttp://music.podshow.com/music/producers/producerLibrary/artistdetails.php?BandHash=f0a185f98b0a2eaeac00948557557322Contact info:Email: upapaddle@gmail.comPodcast Site: http://upapaddle.comBlog: http://www.kentcer.com/nucleus

Up a Paddle - Episode 16 - Down, Down Forward, Forward + Punch

Wed, 26 Jul 2006 01:59:00 +0000

Up a Paddle - Episode 16 - Down, Down-Forward, Forward Plus PunchHadoken! This week is the Street Fighter Episode. NewsVideo Game NewsNintendo Breaks 21 million purchases for Nintendo DShttp://www.realmofgaming.com/index.phpMario Spraypaint announced for Nintendo Wiihttp://www.nwiizone.com/nintendo-wii/nwii/mario-spraypaint-wii/TV NewsSaturday Night Live cast is shrinking this yearhttp://www.broadcastingcable.com/article/CA6355566.htmlTech NewsAMD to Buy ATI (5.8 billion)http://gear.ign.com/articles/720/720756p1.htmlMicrosoft Zune confirmedhttp://gear.ign.com/articles/720/720383p1.htmlMovie and DVD newsVenom confirmed for Spiderman 3 (Link goes to picture of transformation, so don't click if you don't want to be spoilered)http://www.sonypictures.com/movies/spiderman3/site/downloads/wallpapers/wallpaper2_1024.htmlKing Kong Extended Edition coming to DVDhttp://dvd.ign.com/articles/719/719955p1.htmlChronicles of Narnia getting Extended treatmenthttp://dvd.ign.com/articles/720/720494p1.htmlBunch of Superman dvd's coming outhttp://dvd.ign.com/articles/720/720499p1.html- 4 disc Superman: The Movie- Superman 2: The Richard Donner Cut- New two disc versions of the original Superman 2, Superman 3 and Superman 4- There'll also be the Superman: Christopher Reeve edition, which will have all the aforementioned discsexcept the Richard Donner cut.Random FactCoca-Cola was originally green.Comments and Corrections- Corrections for last week's City Hunter ReviewRandom FactAlfred Hitchcock didn't have a belly button. Conspiracy Theory CornerM. Night Shymalan puts himself in his own movies because he secretly wanted to be an actor but no one else will put him in their movies.Random FactThe A&W of root beer fame stands for Allen and Wright. ReviewsFirst ImpressionsL/R Licensed By Royaltyhttp://www.animenewsnetwork.com/encyclopedia/anime.php?id=2152Street Fighterhttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Street_fighterStreet Fighter: The Movie - skipStreet Fighter II: The MovieStreet Fighter II V: The SeriesStreet Fighter Alpha: The MovieStreet Fighter Alpha 2: GenerationsStreet Fighter: Anniversary CollectionCapcom vs SNK 2: EOMarvel vs Capcom 2: New Age of HeroesRandom FactVincent Van Gogh sold exactly one painting while he was alive,RantDarn neighbor's cat. Random FactThe Ramses brand condom is named after the great phaoroh Ramses II who fathered over 160 children. Podcast PetePirate JokesPodcast RecommendationsThe Hadokingshttp://thehadokings.libsyn.com/SongWaste Another Night by My Little Radiohttp://music.podshow.com/music/producers/producerLibrary/artistdetails.php?BandHash=db379bcd64eabd0de6bc23019825903eContact me:Email: upapaddle@gmail.comPodcast Site: http://upapaddle.comBlog Site: http://www.kentcer.com/nucleusThanks for listeningEDIT: I forgot to post a link to the City Hunter movie Street Fighter clip. Luckily, a diligent listener caught this slip-up and posted the video on his site. Go to http://wqoq.com for the clip in question. He also posted the other Street Fighter clip I mentioned. Thanks wqoq!

Up a Paddle - Special - Get Wild and Tough

Wed, 19 Jul 2006 00:57:00 +0000

Up a Paddle - Special - Get Wild and ToughThis week, since I didn't have enough material for a full episode, I elected to instead just do a more indepth review on one of my favorite Anime shows, City Hunter.http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/City_HunterEnjoyEmail: upapaddle@gmail.comPodcast site: http://upapaddle.comBlog: http://www.kentcer.com/nucleusSkypeID: upapaddle

Up a Paddle - Episode 15 - YARRR! There Be Pirates In This Here Podcast

Wed, 12 Jul 2006 01:13:00 +0000

Up a Paddle - Episode 15 - YARRR!, There Be Pirates In This Here PodcastThis week I talk about Powerpuff Girl, vampires, firetrucks, shouting fish, and for a change of pace, pirates. YARRR!News- Pirates of Caribbean breaks opening weekend box office recordshttp://www.boxofficemojo.com/news/?id=2111&p=.htm- Chappelle's Show Lost Episodes now airinghttp://www.comedycentral.com/shows/chappelles_show/index.jhtmlEmail- Quick Slogan update"Kentcer.com - Finally a reason to use the Internet"Random Fact- The characters Bert and Ernie on Sesame Street were named after Bert the cop and Ernie the taxi driver in Frank Capra's "Its A Wonderful LifeReviews- Pirates of the Caribbean II: Dead Man's Chesthttp://disney.go.com/disneypictures/pirates/- Night Watchhttp://www.amazon.ca/exec/obidos/ASIN/B000FGFBGC/sr=8-1/qid=1152678721/ref=pd_ka_1/702-9647391-9880039?%5Fencoding=UTF8&s=gateway&v=glance Random Fact - Mosquitoes have 47 teeth.Angry Dome- Movie Theaters that overbookRandom Fact- It takes the Where's Waldo artist one month to complete a drawing. Podcast Pete- Rebuttal to Ask a Ninja's review of Pirates of the Caribbean IIhttp://askaninja.comRandom Fact- If you yelled for 8 years, 7 months and 6 days, you would have produced enough sound energy to heat one cup of coffeeMangled Joke of the Week- The Firetruck joke Podcast Recommendation- This is Screaming Halibuthttp://screaminghalibut.comSong- Flutter by amplificohttp://music.podshow.com/music/listeners/artistdetails.php?BandHash=cdef1ecef0d12844ed816b922fcada5dContact InfoEmail: upapaddle@gmail.comPodcast Site: http://upapaddle.comBlog Site: http://www.kentcer.com/nucleusThanks For Listening!

Up a Paddle - Episode 14 - Look Ma, No Fans!

Wed, 05 Jul 2006 00:56:00 +0000

Up a Paddle - Episode 14 - Look Ma, No Fans!Emails, Comments and CorrectionsI repeated the same random fact in the last two podcasts. The Pound Key on the telephone is called an "Octothorpe"I'm sorry. Update on T-Shirts. I'm still deciding on slogans for the shirts (to be made at http://cafepress.com)Email suggestions to upapaddle@gmail.comRandom FactFor every human being on earth, there are about 200 million insects.NewsDensha Otoko movie coming over to North AmericaSelect Theaters in September, DVD in Januaryhttp://www.animenewsnetwork.com/pressrelease.php?id=1832Random FactA group of unicorns is called a blessing.A group of kangaroos is called a mob.A group of whales is called a pod.A group of geese is called a gaggle.A group of owls is called a parliament.A group of ravens is called a murder.A group of bears is called a sleuth.12 or more cows is called a flinkConspiracy Theory CornerBook Review: UFO's, JFK and Elvis by Richard Belzerhttp://www.amazon.ca/exec/obidos/ASIN/0345429184/sr=8-1/qid=1152071534/ref=sr_1_1/701-1993656-9925128?%5Fencoding=UTF8&s=gateway&v=glanceRandom FactIn the course of an average lifetime you will, while sleeping, eat 70 assorted insects and 10 spiders.ReviewsShojo Anime - Anime for GirlsFruits Basketshttp://www.animenewsnetwork.com/encyclopedia/anime.php?id=348Next, To Man it up in hereReview of Superman ReturnsRandom FactThe first word spoken on the moon was "Okay".RantMovie theater popcorn and other ConcessionsRandom Fact Lightning strikes about 6,000 times per minute on this planet. Podcast Pete- New Features: Video game reviews: The first 10 minutes This week's game: One Piece: Grand Battle for GCN and PS2http://www.amazon.ca/exec/obidos/ASIN/B00093GHQO/qid=1152071670/sr=1-5/ref=sr_1_2_5/701-1993656-9925128Podcast RecommendationsFree Podcast Novelhttp://www.freepodcastnovel.com/Closing Music Jet Black by TwinCamhttp://music.podshow.com/music/listeners/artistdetails.php?BandHash=fc3926383955cf4d18953476e9fcf19aContact Info:Email: upapaddle@gmail.comPodcast Site: http://upapaddle.comBlog: http://www.kentcer.com/nucleus

Up a Paddle - Episode 13 - Truth, Justice and the Paddle Way

Wed, 28 Jun 2006 01:05:00 +0000

Up a Paddle - Episode 13 - Truth, Justice and the Paddle WayThis week is all about Big Blue, Superman.Email, AwesomeCurrently in the process of making Up a Paddle and Kentcer.com products at Cafe PressSend in slogans to upapaddle@gmail.comSite News- Updated http://www.kentcer.com/nucleus, now renders properly in IE- Someone signed upapaddle@gmail.com to Google anime alerts. Thanks I guessReal News- Good News Everybody - For real this time - Futurama brought back for 13 episodeshttp://www.tvsquad.com/2006/06/22/new-episodes-of-futurama-coming-to-comedy-central-for-real/- Venture Bros Season 2 premiered last Sundayhttp://www.adultswim.com/shows/venturebros/- Street Fighter 2 being re-released uncut. Groovy. http://kotaku.com/gaming/street-fighter-ii/street-fighter-anime-rereleased-with-chun-li-jubblies-183229.php- Digg 3.0 releasedhttp://www.digg.comRandom FactDolphins sleep with one eye openRandom Musing - Who would win in a fightSuperman vs BatmanSuperman vs GokuSuperman vs The Incredible HulkBatman vs Chuck NorrisRandom FactThe life span of a taste bud is ten days. Reviews All about Superman (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Superman)- Movies (Superman 1-4) http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Superman:_The_Movie- Max Fleisher Cartoons (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Superman_%281940s_cartoons%29) Go to http://kentcer.com/nucleus, where I'm gathering all 16 currently on youtube for your viewing pleasure For more examples of racist, sexist Superman, see http://superdickery.com- Superfriends The less said, the better (see http://seanbaby.com for more Superfriends stuff)- Superman - The Animated Series (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Superman:_The_Animated_Series)- Justice League (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Justice_League_%28TV_series%29)- Smallville (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Smallville_%28TV_series%29)- Comics Recommendations Superman/Batman Kingdom Come (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kingdom_Come_%28comic%29) Red Son (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Superman:_Red_Son)Random FactThe pound sign # is called anoctothorpe.RantFlipper discsRandom FactNeil Armstrong stepped on the moon with his left foot first.Podcast PeteA salute to Bibbo Bibbowski, a lesser known character in the pantheon of superman's supporting characters.Random Fact (accidentally left out of the podcast)The left leg of a chicken in more tender than the right one.Podcast Recommendation- I'm running out of podcasts that I listen to regularly. Please email if you have any suggestions.Email me at upapaddle@gmail.com if you have a promoMusic Brother Love - There she goes again http://music.podshow.com/music/producers/producerLibrary/artistdetails.php?BandHash=8aae87c75cf4d26e0e49eda11627628f Contact me:email: upapaddle@gmail.compodcast blog: http://upapaddle.libsyn.comregular blog: http://www.kentcer.com/nucleusSkype id: upapaddle

Up a Paddle - Episode 12 - Dattebayo (Believe It!)

Thu, 22 Jun 2006 01:28:00 +0000

Up a Paddle - Episode 12 - Dattebayo (Believe It!)In this week's episode I announce the Podcast Pickle (http://www.podcastpickle.com) contest winners, and I talk about Bill Gates, Care Bears, Naruto, Bleach and more!Podcast Pickle Contest Winners Announced- Bob and Scott come on down!The Napkin StrategyThe next time you are out at an establishment with napkins, leave one with the following message:For a good time go to http://upapaddle.libsyn.comEmail , Awesome!- Links not working at http://upapaddle.libsyn.com- Also had two reviews on Podcast Pickle, very favorableComment on the blog-How do you know about that microwave story? http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Percy_SpencerRandom FactAll elephants walk on tip-toe, because the back portion of their foot is made up of all fat and no bone. News- Bill Gates Stepping down from day to day operations to do more work at his charity foundation http://searchopensource.techtarget.com/originalContent/0,289142,sid39_gci1194092,00.html- Carolina Hurricanes beat Edmonton Oilers in game 7 to win the Stanley CupRandom FactThe province of Alberta in Canada has been completely free of rats since 1905. Random Musing- What exactly is the Care Bear Stare?Random Fact"Babe" was played by over 48 pigs.ReviewsI explain Shonen Anime with Dragonball Z as an example and then review Naruto and Bleach.- Narutohttp://www.animenewsnetwork.com/encyclopedia/anime.php?id=1825- Bleachhttp://www.animenewsnetwork.com/encyclopedia/anime.php?id=4240 Random FactThe word "lethologica" describes the state of not being able to remember the word you want. RantFiller Arcs and Ice Tea delicious but deadlyRandom FactYou can tell a girl crab from a boy crab by their stomachs. A girl has a beehive and a boy has a lighthouse. Podcast PeteMore Pirate JokesPodcast recommendationThe Moon Mastershttp://themoonmasters.comSongRocket Science By Brain Buckithttp://music.podshow.com/music/listeners/artistdetails.php?BandHash=51bfa21542a4ed74fd85ca6decd1612d* Also, Dattebayo is a catch phrase Naruto is always saying at the ends of his sentences. It was translated as "Believe It" in the English dub. The more you know!As always, email me at upapaddle@gmail.com, visit the website (http://upapaddle.libsyn.com) and visit my blog at http://www.kentcer.com/nucleus

Up a Paddle - Episode 11 - Grab your Water Wings, We're Going to the Deep End

Wed, 14 Jun 2006 00:54:00 +0000

Up a Paddle - Episode 11 - Grab your water wings (Adult Swim Episode)I guess I don't have listeners. 15 listeners last week (I think partially due to the weblogs.com not being pinged properly) + stats haven't been updated since yesterday. But interestingly enough,my old episodes are still getting downloaded. Of course one listener looking for video + black + sluts is going to be sorelydissapointed.Email and Comments- Read response for JamesPod (http://www.jameswhittingham.com)Contest Update- Going to run contest one more week. So far, one entrant. Looks like he'll get Cromartie High School vol 4 (unopened and everything).Go to http://upapaddle.libsyn.com and click on the Pickle Me button or go to http://www.podcastpickle.com to voteRandom Fact- Pogonophobia is the fear of beards.News- Original Trilogy of Star wars dvd's to be straight rips from Laserdiscs, not the cleaned up versions made in 2004http://www.aintitcool.com/display.cgi?id=23493- DS Lite Launched in North Americahttp://www.nintendo.com/newsarticle?articleid=-RJgCcXPmtM5aXxTCr3Z1GyPAnLUdlYt- Rumor - Apple to Buy Nintendohttp://www.joystiq.com/2006/06/10/nintendo-apple-merger-dont-hold-your-breath/- Duke Nukem Forever developers offered $500,000 bonus to finish by end of this year. http://www.joystiq.com/2006/06/10/500-000-offered-to-finish-duke-nukem-forever-this-year/Random FactPolar bear fur is not white, it's clear. Unless it's on drugs. Then it's purplehttp://www.thedenverchannel.com/news/2353112/detail.htmlRandom Musings - Or things that keep me up at nightA debate akin to the age old quandry (Pirates vs Ninjas)- Are Smurfs Mammals or InsectsRandom FactThe Les Nessman character on the TV series WKRP in Cincinnati wore a band-aid in every episode. Either on himself, his glasses, or his clothing.ReviewsCarshttp://www.pixar.com/theater/trailers/cars/index.htmlAdult Swim. Everybody, get out of the pool.Venture Broshttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Venture_brosSealab 2021http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sealab_2021Harvey Birdman: Attorney at Lawhttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harvey_birdmanRandom FactThe microwave was invented after a researcher walked by a radar tube and a chocolate bar melted in his pocket.Rant - Two for 1 today- Live action shows on teletoon/adult swim- Rant/Conspiracy Theory Corner - George Lucas hates Star Wars (specifically - the fans)Random FactThe fingerprints of koala bears are virtually indistinguishable from those of humans, so much so that they could be confused at a crime scene.Podcast Pete- Public Service Announcment - Scurvy - the Silent KillerPodcast RecommendationAnime101http://anime101.libsyn.comSong Ticking Timebomb by Demerit 7http://music.podshow.com/music/listeners/artistdetails.php?BandHash=624199e7e56b22aef48ae86d8cc5013bPlease send feedback to upapaddle@gmail.com, comment at http://upapaddle.libsyn.com or Skype me using SkypeID upapaddleAlso, please check out my blog at http://www.kentcer.com/nucleus

Up a Paddle - Episode 10 - I actually have listeners? Really? Neat!

Wed, 07 Jun 2006 02:11:00 +0000

Up a Paddle - Episode 10 - I actually have listeners? Really? Nifty! * Had to re-upload since it stopped half way through the first time. Apologies to the two people that got only half an episode. Comments Do you think you will ever review books during your webcast? Contest Update - Revising the contest slightly. Not trying to get into top 100 - sounds like it would require upwards of 50 votes. Just want some votes. No one will win if no one enters. Enter by voting for Up a Paddle at Podcast Pickle. http://www.podcastpickle.com News Pirate Bay (http://www.thepiratebay.org/) raided - Back up now http://wiredfire.org/index.php?q=node/63 4 Villans for Spiderman 3 http://www.chud.com/index.php?type=news&id=6829 Random Fact The symbol for the "pound" key (#) is called an octothorpe. Conspiracy Theory Corner Do people actually listen to this podcast Random Fact Mr. Snuffleupagas' first name was Alyoisus. Reviews Movies Xmen 3 Link to explanation of Phoenix Saga http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phoenix_Saga Weird Anime - FLCL http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/encyclopedia/anime.php?id=277 -Hare + Guu http://www.hareguu.com/welcome/ Jungle Wa Itsumo Hale Nochi Guu (The Jungle was nice, then along came Guu)DrinkOranginaRandom FactTigers have striped skin, not just striped fur. RantConstruction. Also gas prices.Podcast PeteSome reasons pirates be better than filthy ninjasRandom Fact Donald Duck's middle name is Fauntleroy. Promos- Anime World Orderhttp://www.animeworldorder.com- JamesPodhttp://www.jameswhittingham.comClosing SongWednesday Morning by Slackstringhttp://music.podshow.com/music/listeners/artistdetails.php?BandHash=e4967629e3ece2e3d6637a794654f79b

Up a Paddle - Episode 9 - The Dog Ate My Podcast

Wed, 31 May 2006 00:12:00 +0000

I took a week off the podcast due to my schenanigans on the Victoria Day long weekend. NewsTechMacBook released.http://apple.comAnime- Bleach Movie Announcedhttp://www.animenewsnetwork.com/article.php?id=8920- Genshiken Season 2 is no more, now will be Kujibiki Unbalancehttp://www.animenewsnetwork.com/article.php?id=8923Random FactGlass Balls will bounce higher than rubber onesRandom Musings- Is Princess Peach Bowser's daughter?Random Fact- The black box on an airplane is really orangeReviewsPop- Dr. Pepper Berries and CreamVideo Game ReviewNew Super Mario Broshttp://mario.nintendo.com/Anime and Live Action Japanese TVGokusen- Live Actionhttp://wiki.d-addicts.com/Gokusen- Animehttp://www.animenewsnetwork.com/encyclopedia/anime.php?id=3371Random Fact- Some shrews and the duck-billed platypus are the only known poisonous mammalsAngry Dome- Cherry Coke - Why has't thou forsaken me?Podcast PeteMore Pirate JokesRandom FactPhosphenes are the colors and stars you see when you rub your eyes.Podcast RecommendationCtrl-Alt-Chickenhttp://revision3.com/ctrlaltchickenAlex Albrecht and Heather StewartPlease email me at upapaddle@gmail.com, skype me (skype id upapaddle)The First Up a Paddle contest, sponsered by http://www.kentcer.com/nucleusPlease vote for me at podcast pickle http://podcastpickle.com(button at http://upapaddle.libsyn.com) and if I get in the top 100,I'll send out a dvd to a random voter.Song Not on the Radio by Geoff Smithhttp://music.podshow.com/music/producers/producerLibrary/artistdetails.php?BandHash=91f6bc9ba66421768cc215f33ad693b7Endings songs provided by http://music.podshow.com

Up a Paddle - Episode 8 - Otaku no Podcast

Wed, 17 May 2006 00:55:00 +0000

Episode 8 Shownotes* This version of Episode 8 has been edited from the original release. I removed a duplicate section on video games. Sorry to everyone that downloaded the first version.I'm back to regular format since hardly anyone downloaded the special. Not enough raccoon testicles I guess.This sexy podcast is brought to you by Kentcer.com. Kentcer, annoying but harmlessNewsE3, check out http://www.kentcer.com/nucleus/index.php?itemid=415 to see the results of my predictions. I was pretty close on a lot of it. Hopefully by next year I'll be recognized as a valid Video Game journalist and be invited to E3. Yeah, right.HighlightsPS3----PS3 PriceHeavenly Blade looks fun, looking forward to Virta Fighter 5XBox360-------Halo 3 trailerSonic on XBLALumines LiveWii ----Link to fans rushing by PS3 booth to see Wii: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mFQz98jAcg8Super Mario GalaxyMetroid Prime Corruption and Legend of Zelda: Twillight Princess Look sweetSuper Smash BrosProject HammerWario WareSonic Wildfire PC SporeGamecube - I'm not dead yetSuper Paper Mario DK: Bongo BlastConspiracy Theory Corner- Were the Wii displays hooked up to gamecubesReviewsVideo games- City of Heroes/City of Villainswww.coh.comTV Shows- Densha Otokohttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Densha_OtokoA romance story for the ages, track this one down. Anime- Genshikenhttp://www.animenewsnetwork.com/encyclopedia/anime.php?id=4168Gear- My big ass tvRant- I can't have nice things Vol 1Podcast Pete- One Piece be fine says I. Follows Monkey D. Luffy,- Best be pirating this one - http://kaizoku-fansubs.comPodcast RecommendationsWeekly Anime Reviewhttp://www.weeklyanimereview.com/Closing MusicStress by Jims Big Egohttp://music.podshow.com/music/producers/producerLibrary/artistdetails.php?BandHash=bb5e8a8a7ab29b6b6afca5e78d2b61d4Random FactsCats urine glows under a black light.Dragonflies can travel up to 60mph.Some toothpastes and deodorants contain the same chemicals found in antifreeze.

Up a Paddle - Special - Kentcer.com presents the Up a Paddle E3 Spectacular - Part 1.mp3

Mon, 08 May 2006 23:51:00 +0000

Up a Paddle - Kentcer.com Presents the Up a Paddle E3 Spectacular - Part 1I break from my usual podcast routine to bring you my E3 Predictions and thoughts on the Sony, Nintendo, and Microsoft Press Conferences. Please also check out my sponsor http://www.kentcer.com/nucleus (who am I kidding, that's my site too.) Email any comments to upapaddle@gmail.com or Skype me to leave a voice mail using upapaddle as my Skype ID.Also, here is a link to the details of the Sony press conference:http://ps3.ign.com/articles/705/705742p1.html

Up a Paddle - Episode 7 - Rated ARRR!

Tue, 02 May 2006 00:39:00 +0000

Episode 7 - Rated ARRR WARNING: The word testicles is repeated many times during this podcast. If this offends you, please email upapaddle@gmail.com. You be warned says IWow! I had 359 downloads on the last podcast. Sure beats 40 on episode 5 Attack of the EardrumsComments and Corrections- Got some comments on the podcast's blog pageEmail Awesome- Got my first email. Random Fact- When you walk down a steep hill, the pressure on yourknees is equal to three times your body weight.News- Nintendo Wii. I've got an acronym: WTF (What the Fiddlesticks)- I have a Nintendo representative to come on the show to read the press release-Click here to download the official trailer for Nintendo Wii. http://revolution.nintendo.com/- Super Monkey Ball: Banana Blitz for Wii http://revolution.ign.com/articles/703/703834p1.html- HDDVD addon for XBox 360 will be shownhttp://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2006/04/20/msft-promises-more-hd-dvd-info-at-e3/Conspiracy Theory Corner- Wii is not the real name, Trick by Nintendo to cause controversy.Random Fact- Kilts are not native to Scotland. They originated inFrance.Love Tips with Kip- How to tell if the sexy sounding girl you are chatting with is actually a guy.I apologize in advance for the above segment. I was doing it for a friend and it turns out my Kip impression (along with my Mario one) sucks.Random Fact-Humans blink over 10,000,000 times a year! Movie ReviewFinal Fantasy VII - Advent Childrenhttp://www.amazon.ca/exec/obidos/ASIN/B000AMJG4Y/qid=1146534067/sr=8-1/ref=pd_ka_0/702-8227545-6962424TV Show- Arrested Developmenthttp://www.amazon.ca/exec/obidos/search-handle-url/702-8227545-6962424?%5Fencoding=UTF8&dym=0&search-type=ss&index=blended&field-keywords=arrested%20developmentAnime Reviews (This week - Weird Anime)- Pom Pokohttp://www.amazon.ca/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0009MAO3W/qid%3D1146533953/702-8227545-6962424- The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya (TV)http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/encyclopedia/anime.php?id=6430Rant- Static Electricity.Random Fact- Apples are actually part of the rose family.Podcast Pete- Movie Review - The Pirates of Silicon Valleyhttp://www.amazon.ca/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0009NSCS0/qid%3D1146534617/702-8227545-6962424Random Fact- A group of kangaroos is called a mob.Podcast RecommendationsThis Week in Techhttp://twit.tvRandom Fact- Hummingbirds can't walk.Stupid Segment- 6 crackers in under a minute Closing:- See the Sun by Black Labhttp://music.podshow.com/music/listeners/artistdetails.php?BandHash=835a96cfbeeff69de8100818165ccfba

Up a Paddle - Episode 6 - OW! My Buccaneers!

Tue, 25 Apr 2006 01:19:00 +0000

Up a Paddle Episode 6 - OW! My BuccanneersIntroHappy Anniversary! This is the one year anniversary of my blog www.kentcer.com/nucleus. As such, I did a little longer podcast.Corrections and Comments - Ranma Review - Its pronounced A - ka -ne, not A-kane. - You can lead a cow downstairs, but not backwards. Wonder who tried that one. Thanks to listener Cowboy Bebop for that - Bring back Kaid - Turns out my little brother can't spell. So from now on, his nickname is Kaid with a K. Random Fact - The biggest snowflake ever reported measured 15 inches across News and Rumors - As E3 is gearing up in the next two weeks, I'm planning a podcast for predictions on e3, and the one after e3 will of course be mostly video game news - Current rumors right now - Nights game in development for Nintendo Revolution - Microsoft licensed MAME for Xbox Live Arcade. Also has deal with Sega- HD-DVD is officially released - Selling out all over the place- Naruto Fillers are going to keep happening. - 17 inch MacBook Pro released - Looks very sexy. If I had the funds, I'd buy one. And put windows on it.http://insidemacgames.com/news/story.php?ID=13279- Two members of Peta (people for the eating of tasty animals), protest a peta protest by eating fried chicken.In the words of the late Mitch Hedburg, I'm against protesting but I don't know how to show it. http://img184.imageshack.us/my.php?image=scan12aa.jpg Random Fact - You cannot hear the sound made by a butterfly's wings because they flap too slowly Conspiracy Theory Corner - Is Mario Mario a Communist?- This is a retread of the Smurfs ArgumentRandom Fact- The South Pole has a desertNew Segment- This week - how I find content for my blog- Recommend sites to go to - http:\\Digg.com, http:\\video.google.com, http:\\youtube.com, http:\\www.forumopolis.com,http:\\wqoq.comCommentary- Commentary on the first minute or two of an episode of Corner GasRandom Fact - The province of Saskatchewan has a volcano.Game ReviewsBrain Age - Train Your Brain In Minutes a Day for the Nintendo DSAnime Review- Trigun (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trigun)Trigun (ããããã) is a sci-fi manga series with a steampunk Wild West theme. It is the story of Vash the Stampede, a.k.a. The Humanoid Typhoon, a person with a $$60,000,000,000 bounty on his head, and the two Bernardelli Insurance Society employees, Meryl Stryfe and Milly Thompson, who were ordered to follow him and minimize the damage that seems to follow Vash everywhere he goes. Vash can almost appear to have two personalities -- that of a harmless idiotand that of an unstoppable warrior -- but is always staunchly pacifist.Random Fact - A Rhino's horn is made of compacted hairRant- Do it yourself furniture instructionsRandom Fact - When you sneeze, every function in your body stops, including your heartA visit with Podcast Pete Random Fact- Tree sap is a conductor of electricity - That's why it's dangerous to stand under one during a thunderstormPodcast RecommendationsPenny Arcade Podcast (Downloadable Content)http:\\www.penny-arcade.com- A podcast on how they come up with their strip ideasSnack Recommendation- Pocky Closing Song- The Greatest Xmas Song Ever Written by American Heartbreakhttp://music.podshow.com/music/listeners/artistdetails.php?BandHash=617e70da4d0bdb86506451ce9f9a68a2Note: This song and other podsafe songs are graciously provided by http:\\music.podshow.com

Up a Paddle - Episode 5 - I Plead the Fifth

Mon, 17 Apr 2006 23:26:00 +0000

Up a Paddle Episode 5 - Plead The FifthThis episode is a little short due to technical issues ... and I'm lazy. Still a good mishmash of geekery. Enjoy.Random FactOnly 1 person in 2 billion will live to be 116.Conspiracy Theory Corner- Were Bert and Ernie killed because of their alleged homosexual lifestyle?More of an urban legend than conspiracy- Real conspiracy - Bert is evil and must be stoppedRandom FactFine-grained volcanic ash can be found as an ingredient in some toothpastes.ReviewsTV showsLostAnimeRanma 1/2Random FactAll polar bears are left-handed.Podcast PeteMangled Joke of the Week Random FactDueling is legal in Paraguay, as long as both parties are registered blood donors.Podcast RecommendationsAnime Pulsehttp://www.anime-pulse.com/Diggnationhttp://revision3.com/diggnationClosingThat Song (is Stuck In My Head) by Full Minute of Mercuryhttp://music.podshow.com/music/listeners/artistdetails.php?BandHash=8492e6c1cc9459f1e7ee96c8b26e3a43

Up a Paddle - Episode 4 - Batting Cleanup

Mon, 10 Apr 2006 03:24:00 +0000

Up a Paddle - Episode 4 - Batting Cleanup(http:\\upapaddle.libsyn.com)Hi there Poddies! I'm glad your still listening. This podcast was a little later than usual due to a power outage and is a little on the short side but it's still good. Also, please check out my blog at http:\\www.kentcer.com\nucleusVideo game newsNintendo - Ubisoft's Red Steel (aka Katana) pictures leaked. First possible in game shots for the Revolution and they actually looked pretty goodhttp://www.joystiq.com/2006/04/07/red-steel-first-revolution-screens-revealed/- 20 games at Revolution Launchhttp://www.revolutionfanboy.com/2006/04/08/revolution-to-launch-with-20-titles/- DS Lite to hit North America in Mayhttp://www.mobilemag.com/content/100/345/C7237/ Xbox 360- Street fighter 2 priced for Xbox livehttp://www.joystiq.com/2006/04/07/street-fighter-ii-on-xbla-priced-dated-cloning-clyde-announc/Tech News- Apple releases Boot Camp - Allows you to dual boot Windows XP Pro and Apple OSX. http://winsupersite.com/reviews/apple_boot_camp.aspRandom FactCoca-Cola translated to Chinese means, "To make mouth happy". Conspiracy Theory CornerThe Smurfs - Quaint Children's cartoon or Communist Propaganda- For more on this, go to http://www.geocities.com/forhim24/smurf.html- For more propaganda cartoons, watch Walt Disney Treasures - On the War FrontRandom FactVenus is the only planet that rotates clockwise. ReviewsVideo GameLuminesAnime Cowboy Bebop- For more info, go to http://www.mahq.net/animation/bebop/bebop.htmRandom FactIt is possible to lead a cow upstairs...but not downstairs. RantsPigeons - Rats with WingsRandom FactThe cigarette lighter was invented before the match. Podcast PeteMovie ReviewPirates of the Caribbean: Curse of the Black Pearl http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0325980/Random FactA pregnant goldfish is called a twit. Mangled Joke of the Week- Orange for a headClosing- Summertime Music by Brother Lovehttp://music.podshow.com/music/listeners/artistdetails.php?BandHash=8aae87c75cf4d26e0e49eda11627628f

Up a Paddle - Episode 3 - The Third Strike

Tue, 04 Apr 2006 10:08:00 +0000

Up a Paddle - Episode 3 - The Third StrikeI apologize for late episode and I'm doing a little longer one to make up for it. I'm also done begging for email. If I get any email, I'll read it but that's probably not going to happen any time soon. I'm going to treat this podcast like my blog: I'm going to talk aboutwhatever I feel like. News- Nintendo News - Revolution specs leaked by IGNhttp://revolution.ign.com/articles/699/699118p1.html- You will be able to store Virtual Console games using virtually any medium as long as it can connect using USBhttp://www.engadget.com/2006/04/03/nintendo-revolution-to-have-sd-slot-and-usb-for-external-drives/- Xbox 360- From the makers of Grand Theft Auto comes Table Tennis http://www.joystiq.com/2006/04/03/rockstars-table-tennis-is-no-joke/- Movie News- Simpsons Movie coming in 2007. Oh Joyhttp://www.chud.com/index.php?type=news&id=6329- Anime News- Adult Swim to get Bleach and Eureka 7. Eureka 7 will premiere April 14th. The first episode of Eureka 7 will also be available to stream free at animevillage.com and there will be the option to download for a fee.http://www.bandai-ent.com/news/pr.cfm?id=111. - Tech News- UMDs are pretty much dead http://www.engadget.com/2006/03/30/umd-about-to-be-ditched-by-wal-mart/- Warner is shipping HD-DVD's on the 18th of this month. Million Dollar Baby, Last Samurai, and Phantom of the Opera first releases, followed by 17 others, including The Matrix http://arstechnica.com/news.ars/post/20060317-6405.html - Apple News, or lack thereof - No Apple Announcement for April 1 ie no video iPodNews was a little hard to come by this week as April Fools day messed around with the regular stories. Case in point - Bob Ross Joy of Painting game for Revolution and DS - actually a real game but everyone thought it was an April Fools day joke. http://revolution.ign.com/articles/699/699647p1.html Random Fact- Metal shrinks when it is cold. That is why the Eiffel tower is six inches shorter in the winter timeConspiracy Theory Corner- Was Nessie an Elephant?http://www.news.com.au/story/0,10117,18374018-13762,00.html?from=rss Random FactTop Speed of a Pigeon in flight: 90mphReviewsMovies- Walk the Line- King Kong - 2005 versionVideo Games- Super Monkey Ball 1 & 2, DeluxeTV Show- ScrubsSeasons 1 and 2 now out on dvd. Season 3 hits May 9thAnime- Yakitate Japan!http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/encyclopedia/anime.php?id=4454Random Fact- Bluebirds cannot see the color blue.Special Segment - The Little Brother Challenge with guest host Cade- We each ate 3 Kinder Suprise eggs to see who would get the air plane toy.Random Fact- The heel of a sock is called the "gore"Rant- Bottled Water, or glorified tap water.Random Fact- Squirrels cannot see the color redPodcast Pete- Question - Are you married?Podcast Recommendations- Ask a Ninja http://www.askaninja.comClosing- "Down in Flames" by Superbeinghttp://music.podshow.com/music/listeners/artistdetails.php?BandHash=6be3112b809870eba4d6772fe5fcd39a

Up a Paddle - Episode 2 - The Podcast Strikes Back

Mon, 27 Mar 2006 00:29:00 +0000

Episode II - The Podcast Strikes Back Hi, I was astonished by all the downloads I received this week. Please email upapaddle@gmail.com to give me some feedback so I can tailor the show. Please forgive the audio quality as I'm working out some issues. Email! Awesome! - I read spam because I didn't get any real email. - Please send in email to upapaddle@gmail.com Even if it's to say the show sucks, give me something. Also Pete needs pirate questions. - Going to set up skype so people can leave me voice mail, can play it on the air. I should have that set up by next week. Check upapaddle.libsyn.com for this. Random Fact - The faster a kangaroo hops, the less energy it burns! News - TV News - Bad News Everyone - Futurama news last week was false. Billy West had incorrect info. Direct to DVD movies still a go. - More bad news - Simpsons renewed for another season. Just let the show die, already - Movie News - Snakes on a Plane going for reshoots to have additional scenes added to it. Will now be R Rated and include the line "There are Melon Farming Snakes on the Melon Farming Plane!" Of course Melon Farming will probably be replaced with a stronger explictive - Video Game news - GDC Conference was held in San Diego - Sony - PS3 Delayed until November - PS3 discs will be region free. Yay importing. - PS3 will act as media server which will stream to your PSP - PS1 and PS2 games will be available for download - PS1 games will be able to be played on the psp, - Music and movies will also be downloaded for PS3 - 60 GB harddrive - standard - Rubber Ducky demo - if the system ships with this, I'll be obligated to buy a PS3 - Nintendo - New Legend of Zelda game for the DS - Sega and Hudson games will be available for download.- Download store will be like iTunes, and it sounds like any developer can put original content up for cheap - What they didn't announce - new name for Revolution, any Rev games, any demos, any pictures, final secrets of the system. - More to come from E3, natch Random Fact - The inventor of Vaseline, Robert Chesebrough, ate a spoonful of Vaseline every morning. He lived to 96 years old Conspiracy Theory Corner - Futurama episodes are a go, Billy West just jumped the gun. - TV Shopping with friend. Noticed some tv's had better signals than others. Is this on purpose? I say yes - Next week Was Nessie an Elephant? Random Fact - as presented by the Question from Justice League - The tiny tips on your shoes are called aglets. Their true purpose is sinister Reviews - Change the nature of the reviews, the will more or less be recommendations from now on - TV - This Week - Shows you should be watching - Corner Gas (Season 1 and 2 now out on DVD) - Anime Recommendations - Irresponsible Captain Tylor - Video Game - Donkey KongaRandom Fact - Ears of corn always have an even number of rows of kernels. The Angry Dome - Commercials at the theater - unskippable commercials in DVD's - Commercials in games Random Fact - Kleenex tissues were originally used as filters in gas masks. Podcast Pete - Doing the Mangled Joke of the Week for Kent. Will be back next week with actual questions - Did you see the pirate movie. It was rated ARRR! - This pirate walks into a bar with a big ship's wheel down his pants. The bartender says, "Excuse me, sir, but do you know you have a ship's wheel down the front of your pants?" And the pirate says... Aaargh, it's driving me nuts!! Recommended Podcast of the Week - Josh In Japan (www.joshinjapan.com) Ending MP3 - Sound Scientist by Bill http://music.podshow.com/music/listeners/artistdetails.php?BandHash=148cefe228e814695760e94419a9a1f8

Up a Paddle - Episode 1 - It Begins

Sun, 19 Mar 2006 21:37:00 +0000

Up A Paddle - Episode 1 - It BeginsEDIT: Feb 11, 2007 - I've edited this podcast to fix the sound issues. I'll be going through in the next few weeks and editing the first few episodes as they are a little iffy in the quality department.News26 new episodes of Futurama are in production. Random Fact If the chemical sodium is dropped into water it will immediately and violently explode. Reviews Prince of Persia: Warrior Within for Xbox V for VendettaRandom Fact The abbreviation OK stands for Ol 'Korrect. Go to The Straight Dope for the, uh, straight dope on this abbreviation Random FactGiraffe's Tongues are black The Angry DomeWhy IM will result in the downfall of our civilization. Mangled Joke of the Week "What did the farmer say when he lost his tractor?" "Where's my tractor?" Random Fact You ever notice when geese fly in v formation, that one line is longer than the other? That's because there are more geese in that line. Podcast PeteWhat's up with your eye patch? Contact InformationEmail: upapaddle@gmail.comPodcast Site: http://upapaddle.libsyn.comPersonal Blog: http://www.kentcer.com/nucleusThanks for Listening