November 29, 2014

Ramblings Episode 69 – Editing Progress

A ramble about two editing goals: one met and one set. #RoaUMP


Run time: 13:06

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November 28, 2014

Ramblings Episode 68 – Black Friday

I share the last time I went to an early-morning, Black Friday sale. #RoaUMP


Run time: 8:03

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November 27, 2014

Ramblings Episode 67 – Thankful

Today I briefly share what I am thankful for on this Thanksgiving Day. #RoaUMP


Run time: 5:48

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November 26, 2014

Ramblings Episode 66 – Lame Super Heroes

I came up with some really lame super heroes in the wee hours, so I shared them with you. You’re welcome! #RoaUMP


Run time: 11:09

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November 25, 2014

Ramblings Episode 65 – Strategy Games

Today I talk about one of my favorite genre of video games. #RoaUMP


Run time: 9:11

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November 24, 2014

Ramblings Episode 64 – The Golden Bone Award

Employees are important, and today I talk about a time when I worked for a couple of managers who made me feel that way. #RoaUMP


Run time: 11:20

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November 22, 2014

Ramblings Episode 63 – Saturday Musings

I ramble on about a few things on my way to the grocery store. #RoaUMP


Run time: 9:24

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November 21, 2014

Ramblings Episode 62 – Lake-Effect Snow

Recent weather in Buffalo, NY inspires me to talk about my own experiences with lake-effect snow. #RoaUMP


Run time: 14:19

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Ramblings Episode 61 – “The Voice” Drinking Game

I devised a drinking game for those watching the competition show The Voice. #RoaUMP

Best played with 4-5 people. A “drink” is defined as one-third of a Solo red party cup

Rules 
During blinds auditions each player pick a coach for every singer. If that coach is a one-chair turn, those player that picked him take a drink.

Everyone takes a drink for 4-chair turns (blind auditions).

Whenever any of the judges uses the term “pitchy”, everyone must take a drink while doing a minimum of 2 squats. Penalty drink if a player falls down.

Whenever one of the judges mentions that they would have pressed their button if they only knew what the singer looked like, everyone must stand, close their eyes, and take a drink while turning 2 revolutions. Penalty drink if a player falls down.

Whenever Adam and Blake have a bromance moment, each player must pick someone of the same sex, give them a hug, and both take a drink. Penalty drink if players wimp out.

Everyone takes a drink and shouts “Amazing” whenever one of the coaches uses that term.

Whenever anyone on the show says they are going to “follow their gut” or “follow their instincts” all players drink while rubbing their tummies. Bonus points if you stand and do two revolutions as well.

 If a judge says “You’re the best…” each player must toast the room with “You’re the best!” and take a drink.

Bonus rule (not on podcast): Everyone shouts “Salud!” and takes a drink whenever Blake’s drinking is mentioned.
Note - Typical conditions apply: Be of legal drinking age, don’t drink and drive. 
 

Run time: 18:08

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November 19, 2014

Ramblings Episode 60 – Peanuts and a Prank

A new movie trailer is released just a little too early for my taste, and a German town shrewdly fights an unwanted parade. #RoaUMP


Run time: 17:13

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November 18, 2014

Ramblings Episode 59 - I'M LOOSING IT!!

I talk about two stupid things people do in their online communications. #RoaUMP


Run time: 9:54

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November 17, 2014

Ramblings Episode 58 - Head Shot!

I talk about my favorite way to inflict video game death. #RoaUMP


Run time: 8:06

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November 15, 2014

Ramblings Episode 57 – Gadget Gab

I talk about my newest piece of tech: an HP Slate 8 Pro tablet. #RoaUMP


Run time: 12:24

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November 14, 2014

Ramblings Episode 56 – The Joy of a Printed Manuscript

I about the magic of a manuscript realized on paper. #RoaUMP


Run time: 13:00

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November 13, 2014

Ramblings Episode 55 – Grandpa T

I share my writing pedigree from my maternal grandfather. #RoaUMP

 
Run time: 9:39

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November 12, 2014

Ramblings Episode 54 – The Inner Light

Today I share my thoughts about my favorite episode from Star Trek: The Next Generation. #RoaUMP

 
Run time: 22:30

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November 11, 2014

Ramblings Episode 53 – Foundation

Today I talk about some old-time sci-fi properties that are getting new life. #RoaUMP

 
Run time: 16:25

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November 10, 2014

Ramblings Episode 52 – Uncomfortable Cinema

I talk about some movies that made me extremely ill at ease. #RoaUMP

 
Run time: 17:06

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November 08, 2014

Ramblings Episode 51 – Stray Saturday Thoughts

Today my mind was all over the place, resulting in 9 minutes of unfocused rambling. #RoaUMP

 
Run time: 9:14

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November 07, 2014

Ramblings Episode 50 – The Force Awakens

I talk about the latest Star Wars news, and my thoughts about the new movie. #RoaUMP

 
Run time: 19:36

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Ramblings Episode 49 – The Wheel of Time

I talk about my excitement at re-reading a major fantasy series. #RoaUMP

 
Run time: 17:31

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November 05, 2014

Ramblings Episode 48 – DECEMBER, Fat Boy!

I talk about the true starting date for all things Christmas. #RoaUMP

 
Run time: 12:03

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November 04, 2014

Ramblings Episode 47 – Debt Free!!

I talk about the daughter’s big accomplishment, paying off her student loans. #RoaUMP

 
Run time: 10:26

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Ramblings Episode 46 – My Father, The Artist

I talk about my realization regarding some of my late father’s skills. #RoaUMP

 
Run time: 12:23

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November 01, 2014

Ramblings Episode 45 – A Hibachi Halloween

I talk about what we did for Halloween. #RoaUMP

 
Run time: 10:03

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