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Geek Therapy Radio Podcast

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We're ALL geeks about something, so embrace your inner geek! Join your "Mental Curator" Johnny Hemberger each week as we explore our many, many exhibits of geekdom in an open, fun, and heartfelt way! Subscribe on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/c/geektherapyradio Contact info and much more https://www.geektherapyradio.com/

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Music | BABYMETAL...I am uncomfortable.... 22.11.2019 30:19

This music by "Babymetal" gives me confusing feelings..... Email: GeekTherapy@iHeartMedia.com Website: https://www.geektherapyradio.com/ Music https://youtu.be/zTEYUFgLveY https://youtu.be/H_yATzyi-3g https://youtu.be/GvD3CHA48pA https://youtu.be/gQnG_T7kbtY

eSports | eSport athletes face similar stressors as conventional athletes 21.11.2019 26:40

As eSports continues to gain momentum and the industry increases in market share, eSports athletes are beginning to be tested and studied like their traditional athlete counterparts, and the similarities are fascinating. Coach potatoes need not apply! Email: GeekTherapy@iHeartMedia.com Lab study https://www.researchgate.net/publication/336080393_Identifying_Stressors_and_Coping_Strategies_of_Elite...

Computers | @2:37 As a PC user, why do I FINALLY want the Macbook Pro 16? 20.11.2019 40:48

As a heavy PC user...I must admit that I want the 16 inch Macbook Pro...but why exactly? GeekTherapy@iHeartRadio.com Geek Therapy Radio on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube Music https://youtu.be/AXUI6d8hZwA https://www.geektherapyradio.com/

Video Games/Cars | New Half-Life is official! Also, "Mustang" Mach-E 19.11.2019 26:16

Half-Life: Alyx VR is official and coming to a VR headset near you. Also, the Ford Mustang Mach-E leaves a lot of car nuts scratching our heads. GeekTherapy@iHeartMedia.com Website and Patreon https://www.geektherapyradio.com/ Music https://youtu.be/WTAcMMIPZ4U Half-Life article https://arstechnica.com/gaming/2019/11/half-life-alyx-what-we-know-about-valves-upcoming-full-length-vr-game/

136 | Cars and Guitars | Would you convert a classic car to EV? 16.11.2019 39:01

Jeremy Benson is my guest to discuss customizing cars and guitars! GeekTherapy@iHeartMedia.com https://www.geektherapyradio.com/

Video Games | Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 Updates 15.11.2019 26:03

Who is going to tale a day off on the release date of Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020...whenever that is...GeekTherapy@iHeartMedia.com Trailer https://youtu.be/BCBgO6St9ug

Computers | (@13:53) 16 inch Macbook Pro...3 steps in the right direction. 14.11.2019 29:09

Needless to say, the Macbook Pro has had its share of controversy in recent years. The 16 inch Macbook Pro is 3 steps in the right direction. GeekTherapy@iHeartMedia.com https://www.geektherapyradio.com/ Music: RDGLDGRN "Power Ups" https://youtu.be/gIX-g9lB5ms Sonic the Hedgehog Movie trailer: https://youtu.be/szby7ZHLnkA

Space | How powerful are computers used in outer space? 13.11.2019 23:51

The actual power of computers used in rovers, probes, etc is honestly pretty fascinating! GeekTherapy@iHeartMedia.com Music https://youtu.be/zs2B9wKSQAg

Tech | @2:38 Microsoft Project Silica, storing data in glass! 12.11.2019 26:45

Starts @ 2:38 Microsoft Project Silica is fascinating...if not a bit slow currently. Anyway, let's dive in. GeekTherapy@iHeartMedia.com https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/research/project/project-silica/ Music https://youtu.be/zjdiR4e5TVY

135 | Colin from "This Does Not Compute" joins me to talk retro, new, and new retro tech! 09.11.2019 1:13:51

Did you ever fight other kids to use the only color computer in the computer lab? Colin did... https://www.geektherapyradio.com/ This Does Not Compute https://www.youtube.com/user/cwwirth GeekTherapy@iHeartMedia.com

Thanks & Advice | A glimpse behind the scenes on how I record podcasts 07.11.2019 39:23

Stream of consciousness to thank you, share how I record podcasts, and why perhaps you should think about podcasting as well :) GeekTherapy@iHeartMedia.com Patreon and more https://www.geektherapyradio.com/

Psychology | Teaching rats to drive tiny cars 05.11.2019 30:48

Who would have thought rats driving tiny cars could cause such self-reflection in our own lives! Email GeekTherapy@iHeartMedia.com Patreon https://www.patreon.com/user?u=25447147 https://www.geektherapyradio.com/ Source(s) https://news.richmond.edu/releases/article/-/16721/research-scientists-at-university-of-richmond-teach-rats-to-drive-results-may-inform-future-research-strategies-for-mental-hea...

134 | Electronics | "Hendy Amps" owner Chris Henderson and the business of building world-class recording studio gear from scratch 02.11.2019 46:31

Chris Henderson, owner/operator of "Hendy Amps" geeks out with me on building world-class boutique recording studio equipment from scratch and running a business. http://www.hendyamps.com/ My Patreon and more :) https://www.geektherapyradio.com/ Interview video/studio tour available on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3N1B26VBECNA1QsMXSk3Ig

Re-Upload | Halloween Special! 1930's caper! Burglars hideout in haunted house! OOooooooooOOO!!! 01.11.2019 35:37

3 hapless burglars have stolen precious jewels and gems from the police station and make their way to a haunted hideout! Good thing they also stole and wore 1930s body-cams so we could hear all the action.... Patreon and more :) https://www.geektherapyradio.com/

Cars | These legendary vehicles will be discontinued after 2019 (@3:57) 31.10.2019 25:01

Topic starts @ 3:57. The Volkswagen Beetle is one among many car models being discontinued after 2019, but what does all of this mean for the future of automobiles? Patreon https://www.patreon.com/user?u=25447147 GeekTherapy@iHeartMedia.com www. GeekTherapyRadio.com

SPERTS! | Astros Game 6....W....T.....EFF........ 30.10.2019 34:12

Game 6 of this World Series was absolutely mind boggling. Patreon https://www.patreon.com/user?u=25447147 https://www.geektherapyradio.com/ Email GeekTherapy@iHeartMedia.com

Suggestions on how to deal with a creative slump 29.10.2019 34:05

We've all gone through it, so here's some suggestions on how to deal with creative slumps! GeekTherapy@iHeartMedia.com Patreon https://www.patreon.com/user?u=25447147

133 | What is Quantum Computing and how can it change the world? With UH Professor Jaspal Subhlok 26.10.2019 39:00

Professor Jaspal Subhlok of the University of Houston joins me to bring help us understand what Quantum Computing is and how it can change the world! Professor Subhlok http://www2.cs.uh.edu/~jaspal/ GeekTherapy@iHeartMedia.com https://www.geektherapyradio.com/

"Gaming Disorder", cause or symptom of behavioral/mental illness? 25.10.2019 34:33

Over a year ago, the World Health Organization suggested that gaming can be unhealthy, even suggesting new diagnoses of "gaming disorder" and the like. So, is heavy gaming the cause of mental disorders or a symptom? Patreon https://www.patreon.com/user?u=25447147 www. GeekTherapyRadio.com GeekTherapy@iHeartMedia.com https://arstechnica.com/gaming/2019/10/study-casts-doubt-on-value-of-whos-gaming-d...

Google Stadia Preorders won't be as promised? You don't say.... 24.10.2019 16:32

You mean people who preordered a service won't be getting what they paid for? shocking I say, SHOCKING! GekTherapy@iHeartMedia.com www.geektherapyradio.com Patreon https://www.patreon.com/user?u=25447147

Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker (and much more) 23.10.2019 29:40

I really gotta catch up on Star Wars.... GeekTherapy@iHeartMedia.com Star Wars trailer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Qn_spdM5Zg Patreon https://www.patreon.com/user?u=25447147 https://www.geektherapyradio.com/

Struggling with a bit of self-doubt today 23.10.2019 39:31

Thanks for listening to me vent :) GeekTherapy@iHeartMedia.com

The Analogue Pocket...I WANT IT NOW!!! 18.10.2019 26:50

Analogue has announced the 2020 release of the Analogue Pocket...and I'd rather have IT than the Switch Lite. I can't wait! Analogue Pocket https://www.analogue.co/pocket/ What is FPGA? https://www.xilinx.com/products/silicon-devices/fpga/what-is-an-fpga.html That save backup'er I couldn't remember https://www.amazon.com/Mega-Memory-Card/dp/B00002R108 Patreon https://www.patreon.com/user?u=2544714...

Nvidia RTX Ray Tracing on old DOS games? Yes please! 16.10.2019 38:42

My friend Jeremy joins me to talk about the possibilities of RTX Ray Tracing being added to old DOS favorites. Of course we get side tracked with other topics as well. GeekTherapy@iHeartMedia.com Quake with Ray Tracing https://www.nvidia.com/en-us/geforce/campaigns/quake-II-rtx/ Patreon https://www.patreon.com/user?u=25447147 https://www.geektherapyradio.com/

Google Pixel 4 @ 20:17 (Infinitely more fun topics prior) 16.10.2019 30:19

I'm not saying the Google Pixel 4 isn't a wonder of modern technology...but it's just so hard nowadays to get excited about smartphones. Am I alone in this thought? Let me know GeekTherapy@iHeartMedia.com Patreon https://www.patreon.com/user?u=25447147 https://www.geektherapyradio.com/ DOS Game Archive Story Link https://arstechnica.com/gaming/2019/10/thousands-of-dos-games-have-been-added-to-the-...