These Year in Reviews are not, what I call, official “reviews”. They are a series of musings, learned lessons and stories of what I experienced through out the year. Of course, reviews are featured but they are blended in with everything. It’s a director’s commentary of my adventures during the year of 2018 in the Michigan Geek Scene. Continue reading 2018 Winter Year in Review
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Derek Padula (Dragon Ball Scholar) Interview
Derek Padula is world renown scholar on the Dragon Ball series. This author created nine books on the culture, history and impact of Dragon Ball. Of course, we dive into what his books are about. Plus, we discuss what anime series that he enjoys, metal, video game soundtracks, kung fu, and a whole lot more. Check out this interview to learn more about this fascinating dude and how Dragon Ball inspires his journey of creativity.
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Professor Shyguy at Shuto Con 2018
Brandt Cooley aka Professor Shyguy is a chiptune pop artist. This talented multi-instrumentalist creates awesome chiptune songs. Whether they are nice original tunes or cool covers, he lays down catchy songs. We talk about his albums, music videos, metal, gatekeeping mentality, our favorite game soundtracks, comic books, and much more.
Vegan Black Metal Chef at the Grand Rapids Comic Con 2017
The Vegan Black Metal Chef combines veganism and black metal. You can learn how to cook while following the directions/lyrics that he creates for every dish. Did I mention that he writes all of the music too? We talk about metal (a lot), his band Forever Dawn, anime and his cooking show. Cool dude.
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