The Geek Fu Morning Show

This is another long one, the essay is long and I added a song at the end. I couldn’t resist, and I had permission. I beg you, as a fan, to save the Dragon Page with me, and then I talk about how I’m a total goober when it comes to being a fan. Lastly, Lore sings a song to his favorite woman who rhymes with “pork.”

Please give me feedback regarding the lengths of my podcasts. Do you prefer them shorter, or is it better when I go over 10 minutes?

Links ‘n stuff

• The Dragon Page
• They Might Be Giants
• The Brunching Shuttlecocks Bjork Song

I feel like I just did one of these. Then again, it was a crappy week and I’m glad it’s over.

 

 Geek Fu #12: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

From the Dragon Page blog:

If you all want to help… Then let’s get on Satellite Radio!

We’ve been passing this around a little bit, but if you all really want to help then do this:

Call and send your comments to the following list:

* Sirius Satellite Radio Direct Email
* XM Satellite feedback page
(Click the programs/show request button)

This will get the attention of Satellite providers and take the Dragon Page to a whole new level. It’s time to get this show rolling big.

If you are a science fiction/fantasy fan, you should already be listening to the Dragon Page. If you’re not listening, then start. Once you start, be prepared to get all up in arms, cause they need help.

The Dragon Page is two sf/f radio shows, a two-hour call-in show and a one-hour author interview show. The two hour call-in show was just cancelled due to - get this - being too popular. They were hosted on a conservative talk station and they were getting more popular than some of the other programs, so the station canned it. Now the guys are looking to find another area radio station to hold the call-in show.

I listen to these shows over podcast, and they’re great. Lots of fun, very informative, and they talk about the coolest shit. And hell, it’s a radio SF/F show that you can download from anywhere in the world. You can’t beat that with a stick.

So if you have a moment, drop an email to some of the Arizona radio stations they’re trying to move the show to. It’s an awesome show, really.

The Dragon Page Live Fire Has Been Put Out!

Yes fans, friends, and lovers of all things Michael & Evo. The powers-that-be at KFYI have given us the boot. (For being ‘too’ popular) Yes, you heard me right! Our ratings were too good for Sunday night and we unseated Matt Drudge from his lofty #1 spot. Now, since Matt sells more ad time than us poor lowly geeks, we’re out.

There are a couple other issues involved here, but that is the meat of the justification for dumping a very good show, (namely ours) to be replaced with a less popular show (namely a local girl that has no radio training).

We have become what is known in the industry as “an island”. We are so good at what we do (which is not political talk) that we detract from the shows stacked up against us and interrupt the flow of the lineup. It’s okay to have a niche show like ours on a conservative talk radio station as long as we do not get higher ratings than the shows around us. Unfortunately, we are too good for our own……. good?

Ah hell, we knew it was a temp gig anyway. Still, you would think that if you do well at something you would be rewarded, not canned!

We still have the Cover 2 Cover show that goes out each week and we may expand our podcast as well, but we need to get a local station back soon. We are not able to cover our local scene properly without a local affiliate.

KTAR and KXAM are our two best choices. I have not contacted either as of yet, but will do so soon. Anyone that wants to call/email/fax them to sing our praises is welcome. It can only help us in the end.

KTAR AM 620
5300 N Central Av
Phoenix, AZ. 85012
PD: Teesa Lassort
602-274-6200
eMail: newsradio620@ktar.com
http://www.ktar.com/

KXAM 1310AM,
4725 N. Scottsdale Road Suite #234
Scottsdale, AZ. 85251
PD: Jeffery O’Brian
Telephone 480-423-1310
Fax 480-423-3867
eMail - info@kxam.com
http://www.kxam.com/

Mike Barna, VP and General Manager of KFNX 1100, can be reached at mbarna@1100kfnx.com.
2001 North 3rd Street
Suite 102
Phoenix, AZ 85004
Telephone
(602) 277-1100

Podcast the Eleventh has me talking about how the hot doctor never gets no lovin’. And mentioning name karma.

Linky linky link

• Comicology (I might have said .org in the podcast, if so, I apologize, it’s .net)
• DragonPageBetween_Show004.mp3 Dragon Page Between Shows (direct link, right click to save)

And I have no coming attractions for next week. You’ll have to sit in anticipation.

 

 Geek Fu #11 - I never celebrated the Tenth...: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

If you like Geek Fu Action Grip, you should check out The Dragon Page, as their latest Between show features an original essay from me. You won’t hear this essay on this podcast, so if you want to hear about my heartbreaking decision between City of Heroes and World of Warcraft, you’ll need to listen to this podcast.

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I have to have words with iPodder - I’ve been missing Tokyo Calling lately and I don’t know why.

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What do you do when you support the right of podcasters to swear, but you also want to listen to podcasts around your toddler?

Lord, there was a lot to talk about during this podcast. It goes way long. Way way long. about 17 minutes. Just a warning.

There is lots of good news, recognition of some criticism I’ve gotten, and a bit of housekeeping regarding this site. The essay centers on me conquering one of the biggest fears I’ve ever had.

Got a rejection letter today for some fiction, and I’m still smiling.

Links links links…

• The Dragon Page
• Triangle Kung Fu Arnis

I seemed to think there was more to put in this blog posting, but I can’t for the life of me remember.* Too much World ofWarcraft, I assume.

I’m an undead gay male tailor in a skirt. I’m also a rogue, but fashion is my life.

* [EDIT] Ah yes, I wanted to mock myself before anyone else did- I *am* aware of how many times I used the word “fabulous” in this podcast. I’m still new to the improv yammering, so sue me.

 

 Geek Fu #10 - Longest podcast ever: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

In this podcast I bitch about Audacity and mention an awesome plug I got from Worst Music You’ve Ever Heard. Upon listening again, I realize that I am so pissed off because of Audacity crashing that I sound annoyed about the plug, and that is not the case. I was tired of wrestling with it, so I left it as is, but I sound terribly sarcastic when I mention that it’s great that I’m in the popular club. So I wanted to say I am honestly and truly pleased with the plug they gave me.

Also, check out my awesome background music. Besides the frequent crashes, I am finally getting the hang of Audacity.

Links:

 

 Geek Fu #09 - The Nutcracker: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

I don’t know the plugins people use to catch comment spam, so comments are currently moderated. If your comment doesn’t appear, don’t worry, I’ll approve it when I check email.

I’ll work on trying to figure something out, until then please be patient.

Hey, I did a podcast, and I only coughed once! (I edited it out, don’t worry)

Spending two weeks with whooping cough was no party, but I’m on the mend, finally, and am able to talk without coughing up a lung. Thanks for your patience.

Links of interest:

• She Said, He Said
• Mostly Trivial
• Eat Feed

 

 Geek Fu #8: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download