#justin hodgman

[spockvarietyhour]

Final Destination 2 brought to you by iMac. if you're gonna beef it in a death trap home, why not be because of of a Mac?

[do-you-have-a-flag]

anyone else remember the mac vs pc ads?

anyone else remember there was a fandom that drew them kissing and file sharing and so on

anyone else remember the computers were played by John Hodgman and Justin Long (and Mitchell and Webb in the UK remakes?)

[mspiggy]

okay "never develop any fondness for an ad campaign" is so so so important and so true BUT it did remind me that in the time period directly before i met and fell in love with tal, i was EXTREMELY into mac/pc.

you know, mac and pc? from the old "get a mac" ad campaign with justin long and john hodgman as humanized versions of a mac and a pc? i was OBSESSED. like i made extended families for them based on previous versions of macintosh computers and windows operating systems. i feel like i must have read and posted prompts for it on LJ kink memes. truly an experience from a bygone era....

[kellyvela]

Someone is still mad about this post:

What happens with certain shippers (Jon/aunty & Jon/fave sister) and Justin Sweet's asoiaf artworks???

First they claimed that Justin Sweet's renditions of Joshua York & Jon Snow hanging next to each other in GRRM's home office confirms that Jon/aunty are true everlasting love; and now, apparently, Justin Sweet's renditions of "black haired" Stark women in the 2024 Asoiaf Calendar confirms that The Rose of Winterfell has nothing to do with Sansa Stark and her mother Catelyn. All because they are still mad that the The Rose of Winterfell is depicted as a redhead, very similar to Sansa and Catelyn in the A Clash of Kings Graphic Novel.

Fave sister stans now sound like cujo stans with the "l would like to remind you that these drawings were selected by GRRM." They all like too much to make up narratives to support their ships . . . .

Meanwhile GRRM & the artists involved in Asoiaf artwork:

"I have absolutely no control over the covers of my books"

[Source]

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"That's cover art, not an actual Targaryen banner"

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"I’m perfectly willing to let the artist do different interpretations"

Q: You have a very distinct idea of what the characters look like in your own head, because readers will always take their own? GRRM: I do have ideas of what the characters look like in my own head but I’m perfectly willing to let the artist do different interpretations… You know, let different artists present their different interpretations of it, I’m fine with that. It’s not photography, so I love the idea of, you know, letting people use their own creativity within limits of course, but I love some of the works, many of the works I’ve bought original is hanging on, you know, on my own walls so…   —In conversation: George R. R. Martin with John Hodgman FULL EVENT

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"It's a suggestion-consultation process but by no means is it any type of approval"

—An Exclusive Interview with George R.R. Martin - A Game of Thrones Deluxe Limited Edition - Role-Playing Game and Resource Book [Source]

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"For the most part, Gianni was free to render characters and scenes as he wished."

—Art of Gary Gianni for George R. R. Martin’s Seven Kingdoms [Source]

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"The creative team behind it showed remarkable trust and creative freedom with me"

I’m hugely grateful for the opportunity. The creative team behind it showed remarkable trust and creative freedom with me, something that’s rarer than I’d like to admit in this industry. It’s been a huge level up amongst a year of extreme personal stresses. —Sam Hogg, 2021 ASoIF Calendar illustrator [Source]

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So much for "l would like to remind you that these drawings were selected by GRRM"

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You can reed more about Asoiaf Artworks and Creative Freedom here:

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And now you may argue that if the Book Covers, Book Illustrations and Calendar Illustrations are not canon, then the illustrations in the Graphic Novels are not canon either. Well, I covered that subject in this post:

Thanks for reading :)

UPDATE:

GRRM talking about Graphic Novels illustrations:

"I just carefully reviewed all the dialogues and drawings to make sure that no mistake or inaccuracy crept in anywhere."

A series of comics based on your story "The Hedge Knight" has recently been released. Are you satisfied with its implementation? Are there any plans to make comics based on your other works? The proposal to create a comic book based on The Hedge Knight did not come from me, but from the publisher. I was contacted, showed some preliminary sketches, which didn't impress me. But the guys were persistent and did not give up: they continued to search for a suitable artist until they settled on Michael S. Miller. In the end, he did his job just perfectly. Michael was very cool, in my opinion, was able to convey the inner essence of the characters through their appearance - that's exactly how I imagined them when I wrote the story. My participation in the project was minimal: I just carefully reviewed all the dialogues and drawings to make sure that no mistake or inaccuracy crept in anywhere. Now we are discussing the creation of a sequel based on the second part of the adventures of Dunk, published in the collection "Legends 2". It will most likely be made in the same six-comic series format as Knight of the Hedge. We also discussed the possibility of creating comics based on the Canto novels themselves. But given the size of my books, this would require a really massive series. I'm not sure that we are ready for such a grandiose project. —Mir Fantastiki - 2006 - Google translation from the source in Russian:

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Told you!

[laciudadmasfeadelmundo]

Top Advertising Campaigns That Set the Standard for Success

In the world of marketing, successful advertising campaigns can transform a brand and take it to new heights. Whether it's increasing sales, boosting brand awareness, or creating lasting emotional connections, top advertising campaigns have the power to captivate and resonate with audiences across the globe. In this article, we'll explore some of the most effective advertising campaigns that have set the standard for creativity, innovation, and success.

1. Nike: "Just Do It"

One of the most iconic advertising campaigns in history, Nike's "Just Do It" campaign, launched in 1988, has remained at the forefront of brand storytelling. The campaign’s simplicity and powerful message have transcended sports and fitness, inspiring people from all walks of life to push their limits and achieve greatness.

Why it Works: The success of "Just Do It" lies in its universal appeal. It speaks to everyone, from athletes to everyday individuals, making it both motivational and relatable. The slogan’s strength is in its call to action, encouraging consumers to take action, whether that’s in sports or life in general.

Impact: Over the years, Nike has consistently built on this campaign, including collaborations with athletes like Michael Jordan, Serena Williams, and Colin Kaepernick. The brand has managed to remain relevant by adapting the message to various social causes and movements, keeping the core of the campaign timeless and impactful.

2. Coca-Cola: "Share a Coke"

Coca-Cola’s "Share a Coke" campaign, which began in Australia in 2011 and expanded globally, replaced the iconic Coca-Cola logo on bottles with popular first names. This personalized approach sparked an emotional connection between consumers and the product, encouraging them to find bottles with their names or the names of loved ones.

Why it Works: Personalization in advertising helps create a deeper connection between the brand and its audience. The campaign resonated particularly with younger consumers, driving them to share photos of their personalized bottles on social media.

Impact: "Share a Coke" led to increased sales and a significant boost in social media engagement. The campaign also succeeded in revitalizing interest in Coca-Cola, reminding consumers of the joy of sharing a moment with others. It showcased the power of personalization and user-generated content in modern marketing.

3. Old Spice: "The Man Your Man Could Smell Like"

Old Spice’s "The Man Your Man Could Smell Like" campaign, which debuted in 2010, took a humorous and unexpected approach to advertising men’s grooming products. The campaign featured actor Isaiah Mustafa delivering over-the-top monologues, often in surreal and humorous situations, showcasing Old Spice products in a completely new light.

Why it Works: The campaign effectively used humor to grab attention and make the brand memorable. By targeting women (who often make purchasing decisions for household products), Old Spice turned a traditional, masculine brand into something fresh and engaging.

Impact: The campaign went viral, generating millions of views on YouTube and inspiring a wave of social media engagement. It not only revived the Old Spice brand but also shifted the conversation around men’s grooming products, making it relevant to a new generation of consumers.

4. Apple: "Get a Mac"

Apple's "Get a Mac" campaign, which ran from 2006 to 2009, pitted two characters—"Mac" and "PC"—against each other in a friendly rivalry. The ads featured actor Justin Long as the laid-back, cool Mac, while John Hodgman portrayed the stuffy, outdated PC. This simple yet clever campaign helped to reshape the way people perceived personal computers.

Why it Works: The campaign’s appeal was rooted in its humor, relatability, and the clear distinction it made between Apple and its competitors. It highlighted the ease of use and modernity of Apple’s products, positioning them as the user-friendly choice for people who wanted more from their technology.

Impact: "Get a Mac" helped Apple gain market share and build its brand identity. It successfully showcased Apple’s brand values of simplicity, creativity, and innovation, contributing to the company’s meteoric rise in the tech industry.

5. Dove: "Real Beauty"

Dove’s "Real Beauty" campaign, launched in 2004, took a bold stance against traditional beauty standards. Instead of featuring supermodels, the campaign showcased real women of all shapes, sizes, and ages. Dove's message was about embracing natural beauty, challenging societal norms, and promoting self-esteem among women.

Why it Works: The campaign’s authenticity resonated deeply with consumers, especially women who felt underrepresented by the beauty industry. It tapped into a broader cultural conversation about body positivity and self-acceptance.

Impact: Dove’s "Real Beauty" campaign sparked global conversations about beauty standards and was widely praised for its inclusivity. It also helped Dove increase its market share in the highly competitive beauty industry, positioning the brand as a leader in promoting confidence and diversity.

6. Google: "Year in Search"

Every year, Google releases its "Year in Search" campaign, highlighting the most popular and impactful search terms of the year. This campaign offers a unique look at the collective consciousness of the world, showcasing everything from news events to cultural trends, sports moments, and viral videos.

Why it Works: The campaign taps into the power of data and human interest, reflecting what people cared about throughout the year. By doing so, Google is able to highlight its role in helping people access information and stay informed.

Impact: "Year in Search" generates significant media coverage and public interest, establishing Google as not just a search engine, but a key player in shaping global conversations. It reinforces Google’s brand identity as a tool for discovery, connection, and learning.

7. ALS Association: "Ice Bucket Challenge"

The ALS Association’s "Ice Bucket Challenge" is an example of a viral campaign that combined charity with social media. Participants were encouraged to dump a bucket of ice water over their heads to raise awareness for ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis) and then challenge others to do the same, all while donating to the cause.

Why it Works: The challenge was fun, interactive, and easy to participate in, which made it spread quickly across social media. It used the power of peer pressure and celebrity endorsements to boost awareness and encourage donations.

Impact: The campaign went viral, raising over $220 million for ALS research and increasing awareness about the disease worldwide. It also demonstrated the power of social media in driving charitable causes and creating meaningful social movements.

Conclusion

The top advertising campaigns mentioned above have set the bar for what’s possible in marketing. These campaigns succeeded because they were creative, memorable, and resonated deeply with their audiences. Whether through humor, emotional appeal, or social relevance, each campaign managed to create a lasting impact on its target market and beyond. For brands looking to make their mark, these campaigns serve as excellent examples of how to craft messages that engage, inspire, and ultimately drive results.

[allaboutmarketing4you]

A Case Study On Apple: “Get A Mac” Brand Campaign

" Remember the friendly (yet hilariously pointed) banter between a laid-back Mac and a slightly uptight PC? That’s Apple’s “Get a Mac” campaign, a series of television commercials that redefined tech marketing from 2006 to 2009.

Imagine this: Justin Long, cool and casual, personifies the Mac. John Hodgman, in a suit and tie, embodies the PC. They playfully debate the strengths of their platforms, showcasing the Mac’s ease of use, sleek design, and intuitive features in a way that makes you chuckle and think.

Simple, witty, and oh-so-effective. The ads’ minimalist style, with a clean white background and the two actors facing each other, kept the focus on the message. But it was the humor that truly resonated. Mac’s playful jabs at the PC’s quirks resonated with consumers, making Apple’s technology feel approachable and desirable

The impact? Stellar. The campaign helped Apple gain significant market share and made Macs a popular choice for everyday users. Critics lauded its creativity and effectiveness, and the ads remain etched in pop culture memory even today.

“Get a Mac” wasn’t just about selling computers; it was about changing perceptions. It redefined Apple as the cool kid on the block, the user-friendly alternative to the complex world of PCs. And it all started with a playful conversation between two actors on a white background.

Background Stepinto 2006, a time when PCs dominated the computer landscape. Apple, though beloved by a dedicated fanbase, still held a smaller market share. It was then that a revolutionary marketing campaign emerged, aiming to shift the tides: the iconic “Get a Mac” campaign.

Crafted by TBWA\Media Arts Lab, Apple’s then-advertising agency, this campaign had a clear mission:

Capitalize on the rising popularity of Macs. Apple recognized the growing buzz around their products and wanted to amplify it. Position Macs as the superior choice for everyday users. Ease of use, security, sleek design, and unwavering reliability were to be the new Mac mantra. Go global, not just national. The campaign transcended borders, spreading its message across the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and even Japan. And what a captivating message it was! Forget dry tech specs and monotonous voiceovers. “Get a Mac” ushered in a new era of playful marketing, starring two unforgettable characters:

Justin Long, the epitome of laid-back cool, personified the Mac. His casual demeanor and witty humor made technology feel approachable and fun. John Hodgman, in his signature suit and tie, embodied the slightly uptight PC. His portrayal offered a humorous foil to the Mac, highlighting the perceived complexities of Windows-based machines. The stage for this playful tech debate was simple yet effective: a clean white background, the two actors facing each other. This minimalist canvas allowed the focus to remain on the witty banter and clever comparisons. Each ad tackled a specific aspect of the Mac-PC rivalry, from ease of use (“Switch”) to virus protection (“Virus”).

The impact was undeniable. “Get a Mac” became a critical and commercial darling, winning awards like the prestigious American Marketing Association’s 2007 Grand Effie. The ads resonated with the public, becoming pop culture references and leaving a lasting legacy.

More than just selling computers, “Get a Mac” reshaped the landscape of tech marketing. It proved that humor and personality could be powerful tools, paving the way for a more engaging and relatable approach to advertising. In essence, it opened the door for a new generation of tech users to embrace the world of Macs.

Target Audience Apple’s “Get a Mac” campaign targeted average computer users who might be persuaded to switch from a PC to a Mac. The campaign ran from 2006 to 2009, and helped Apple increase its net income each year.

The campaign’s target audience included:

Tech-savvy: The campaign targeted non-tech-savvy PC users. PC users: The campaign targeted PC users who were afraid to switch to a Mac. Uninformed: The campaign targeted consumers who chose PCs because they didn’t know about Apple. Misinformed: The campaign targeted consumers who had misconceptions about Mac computers. The campaign’s strategy included:

Highlighting PC problems: Each “episode” highlighted a specific problem with PCs. Creating characters: Apple created two characters for the campaign, “MAC” and “PC”. Justin Long played the character “MAC” and John Hodgman played the character “PC”. Campaign Strategy Personification: The campaign’s genius lay in personifying Mac as the cool, laid-back “Mac guy” and PC as the uptight, bureaucratic “PC guy.” This humanized tech and made the comparison engaging and relatable.

Humorous Storytelling: Lighthearted banter and witty scenarios highlighted Mac’s strengths in areas like ease of use, virus protection, and design. Humor disarmed skepticism, made complex topics understandable, and left a lasting impression.

Simple Visuals: The clean white background and minimalist sets kept the focus on the message and avoided distractions. This visual style mirrored Apple’s brand identity of sleekness and sophistication.

Targeted Messaging: Different ad variants focused on specific user segments and their needs, like students worrying about deadlines or musicians struggling with software compatibility. This ensured the message resonated deeply with the intended audience.

Catchy Jingle: “Having Trouble Sneezing” further embedded the campaign in viewers’ minds and added a layer of memorability.

Multi-channel Approach: The campaign wasn’t limited to TV. Online ads, print materials, and in-store displays reinforced the message across various touchpoints.

Competitive Advantage: By highlighting PC weaknesses and showcasing Mac’s strengths, the campaign created a clear differentiation and positioned Apple as the superior choice.

Cultural Integration: The ads became pop culture references, further solidifying Apple’s brand image and extending its reach beyond targeted audiences.

Campaign Results Apple’s “Get a Mac” campaign wasn’t just a bunch of funny commercials; it was a marketing blitzkrieg that reshaped the tech landscape. Its results were nothing short of phenomenal:

Market Share Skyrocketed: In just three years, Mac’s market share quadrupled, jumping from 5% to a staggering 23%. This dramatic shift cemented Apple’s position as a major player in the PC market.

Brand Image Transformed: From a niche brand for creative professionals, Apple morphed into a mainstream darling, synonymous with cool and user-friendly technology. The “Get a Mac” campaign successfully changed consumer perceptions, making Apple a desirable choice for the masses.

Sales Soared: The impact was immediate. Apple saw a 200,000 increase in Mac sales just one month after the campaign’s launch. By the end of the year, sales figures boasted a 39% jump compared to the previous year.

Critical Acclaim: The campaign wasn’t just adored by consumers; it garnered numerous awards and accolades. The pinnacle was the prestigious 2007 Grand Effie Award, and recognition as the Adweek “Ad Campaign of the Decade.”

Overall, “Get a Mac” exceeded all expectations. It redefined marketing and advertising for tech products, proving that humor, clever storytelling, and relatable characters could win hearts and minds – and drive major business success. The campaign’s legacy stands as a testament to the power of bold ideas, executed with wit and precision, to leave an indelible mark on the world.

Lessons Learned The power of storytelling: Compelling narratives resonate with audiences and effectively communicate complex messages. Humor as a marketing tool: Humor can disarm skepticism, make complex topics relatable, and leave a lasting impression. Importance of brand differentiation: Clearly define what makes your brand unique to stand out in a crowded market. Multi-channel approach: Extend your message across various touchpoints to reach your audience effectively.

Conclusion The “Get a Mac” campaign is a masterclass in marketing strategy. By understanding its target audience, crafting a relatable message, and delivering it in a humorous and engaging way, Apple achieved remarkable success. This case study offers valuable lessons for any marketer looking to build a strong brand and connect with their audience on an emotional level. "

Source: thebrandhopper.com

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Mac vs PC ship art?

[fromthe-point]

The ECHL on Thursday announced the team captains, roster replacements and skills competition rosters for the 2019 CCM/ECHL All-Star Classic presented by ProMedica, to be hosted by the Toledo Walleye on Monday, Jan. 21 at 7 p.m. ET at the Huntington Center. The game will air LIVE exclusively on NHL Network.

David Kolomatis of the Manchester Monarchs will serve as captain for the Eastern Conference while Justin Hodgman of the Fort Wayne Komets will serve as captain for the Western Conference. A.J. Jenks is captain of Team Fins and Shane Berschbach is captain of Team Hooks.

On the Eastern Conference roster, Norfolk’s Jalen Smereck will replace Maine’s Sean Day, who is recalled to Hartford of the American Hockey League, and South Carolina’s Andrew Cherniwchan will replace teammate Jonathan Charbonneau, who is injured.

On the Western Conference roster, Kalamazoo’s Reid Gardiner will replace teammate Justin Taylor, who is injured; Indy’s Alex Brooks will replace teammate Neil Manning, who has departed to play in Europe; and Tulsa’s Adam Pleskach will replace Rapid City’s Andrew Radjenovic, who has departed to play in Europe.

[idropnews]

Remember the PC Guy from Apple's Famous Mac Commercials? Here's What He's up to Now

If you owned (or even watched) a TV between 2006 and 2009, you saw Apple’s advertising campaign featuring actors John Hodgman and Justin Long titled “Get a Mac.” You’ll definitely remember at least one of the 66 commercials that personified PCs as boring, stiff, and beige, whereas Macs were fresh, witty, and subjectively more attractive. […] https://www.idropnews.com/news/remember-the-pc-guy-from-apples-famous-mac-commercials-heres-what-hes-up-to-now/139744/

[ask-lock-shock-and-barrel]

Since this is a reboot-ish, do you have any separate voice claims for the characters, or are the voices the same as the original movie?

((I want you to know, first and foremost, that as soon as I got a mobile notif for this question, I did a little happy dance and hopped right onto my laptop from the kitchen, because I have been WAITING for the day for someone to ask this. I have very different voice claims for the characters than in the movie with one exception, but I still have so much love for the voice cast of the original movie.

Jack: I've pictured John Hodgman, known for voicing a few different characters in animation, such as Coraline's dad in Coraline, Rockerduck in the Ducktales reboot, and Billions in Kipo and the age of Wonderbeasts. I think his voice is very fitting for Jack, and it's really similar in terms of enunciation and tone to Chris Sarandon.

Sally: the ever so talented Megan Hilty, she's known for playing Glinda in Wicked on broadway, Rosetta in the Tinkerbell series, and more recently Wammawink in Centaurworld. She has a really great voice that has the potential of being sweet and airy like Catherine O'Hara's, but also has an eccentric bubbliness about it that I can see Sally having in a reboot. I think Sally deserves the right to go a little bonkers once in a while, what can I say.

The Mayor: Tom Kenny, I think his vocal range is just so iconic, and that he could really pull off the moodiness and dramatics of the Mayor's personality in such a performance. It's not quite the same vocal style as the late great Glen Shadix but I think he'd be great in the role.

Lock: Ben Schwartz, look, I know such a role as this would break his streak of voicing blue characters (Dewey in Ducktales, Sonic, Leonardo in ROTMNT, etc) but he has such 'smarm-n-charm' in his voice that I think fits Lock really well. Lock is all about showing off, and Ben's got a great voice for such a thing. I really can't see anyone else as him. I've got a lot of love for Paul Reubens, but I think Ben would be a worthy successor for this role.

Shock: Kimiko Glenn, ie Dawn in Waitress, Horse in Centaurworld, Lena in Ducktales, and a few others. I kind of wanted to stray away from something that's constantly shrill like in the movie or the games, but still kept a nasally and sassy quality to it with the ability to get really high pitched or really gruff when the moment calls for it, and I think her voice is a great candidate for that. It also sounds a little more kid-like than Catherine O'Hara's, which for this 'reboot', is more fitting for Shock.

Barrel: So for Barrel, I am still waffling between two avenues of thought. The first being, if all the characters are voiced by adults, and in that sense, I imagine Harvey Guillén, known for playing Guillermo in 'What We Do in the Shadows', and the Funhouse in Mickey Mouse Fun House (I dont watch it, but the clips of his voice are pretty fun). The second idea is that if Barrel is younger than the other two, I think their voice could be a little more youthful, where I could then see them being voiced by Justin Felbinger, aka the voice of Sprig from Amphibia. And in both schools of thought, they have a lisp. They just do.

Oogie Boogie: I know he's more of a memory than an active player in this reboot (for now, we'll see), but I cannot picture him as anyone but Ken Page, his original voice since conception. He's just too iconic, man. But if you had to twist my arm to pick an alternate, probably the closest I can think of is Kevin Michael Richardson or Keith David, the latter bringing a different sort of air to the role.

Dr. Finkelstein: Jim Rash. I'm biased because I saw this man live on stage and blew out a lung from laughing so hard at him, but I think he would be absolutely a riot playing a crabby scientist who just snipes at everything and gets dramatically angry and worked up when things don't go his way.

There are some concepts of original characters I haven't introduced to this blog just yet, but they also have voice claims in mind too, and I'll present them when the time comes))

[imageoscillite]

The Complete ‘Get a Mac’ Series.

Watch a few, laugh, then listen to this oral history (or read it). The two stars are still thoroughly invested in their characters, and everyone involved has fond memories of the project, even if Steve Jobs didn't make it easy. It sounds like there's a wealth of ads that were made but never approved, including some with notable guest spots. I suspect we'll never see them.

An example of one of those "lost" episodes:

John Hodgman (PC): Zach Galifianakis was in on the same day that the comedian Paul F. Tompkins was there, and both are comedic heroes of mine. Both were playing Santa Claus in two separate bits, and they obviously knew that they couldn't both be Santa Claus, so it was a little bit tense.

Mike Refuerzo (Executive Producer): We were trying to do a holiday version. I think tonally it wasn't right.

John Hodgman: Zach has a very distinct energy. He was a very cranky Santa. I'm not sure that they knew exactly what to do with his very cranky, weird energy, which we now understand as Galifianakis at his best.

Justin Long (Mac): It was so fucking funny. He played a drunken Santa Claus, and it was before Zach was a big thing. I was a huge fan of his.

John Hodgman: I remember they were trying to figure out what to do about Zach's beard. They tried putting white coloring onto the beard to make him look like Santa. At one point, a suggestion started going around that maybe he needed to shave his beard, and I said, "Gentlemen, I must step in. You are talking about one of the most important beards in comedy. I cannot allow that to happen."

Danielle Kays (Wardrobe Stylist): I can't believe that one didn't air.

Jason Sperling (Creative Director): It was crazy. If Steve didn't like the spot, he didn't care if it was a big star. The only thing that mattered was that the spots were great. Some of them, you go, "Yeah, I could see why that never aired." Others you're like, "Oh, that was pretty good. That easily could've been part of the campaign."

[godlessondheimite]

Life was simpler when Tumblr was LJ and Johnlock fandom was John Hodgman PC/Justin Long Mac fandom.

[kravitzz]

Podcast Recs 2019

Hey there! I’ve updated my list of podcast recommendations for 2019. This includes anything from my top favorites to stuff I haven’t gotten around to listening to yet! For a more up to date version of this list, please go here. 

 * = Favorite! ! = Caught Up # = In progress + = Need to listen

Fiction: *! Wolf 359: Starts off as a goofy space station slice-of-life comedy and spirals into something way, way deeper. Great characters, fantastic plot, and a really great concept overall. *# The Penumbra Podcast: A couple different plots, but primarily a futuristic space noir story. Really cheesy but in the best way, also super LGBT and fantastic and it just makes me so happy. # Beef and Dairy Network Podcast: Just a completely normal podcast about the inner workings of the beef and dairy industry. Nothing weird here, not at all. # Hello From The Magic Tavern: A podcast transmitted from the magical land of Foon! Really chill and funny improvised stuff # King Falls AM: A fun paranormal radio show sort of deal. I’m not far in enough to describe it better. # EOS 10: Doctors in space! It’s gay and funny and suspenseful, I adore the hell out of the writing.  # The Bright Sessions: Superhero therapy! Incredible character building, really cool show. # Within the Wires: I’m only an ep in and uh. I have no fucking clue what’s happening but it’s cool as shit so far.  # Everything Is Alive: A podcast where a guy interviews inanimate objects! It’s interesting and fun. *# Welcome to Nightvale: A classic! A radio show in a desert town that’s much odder than it seems.  # Done Disappeared: A parody of true-crime investigation podcasts. Dumb and funny.

+ Jim Robbie and the Wanderers + Dopple Avenue Hurt + The Thrilling Adventure Hour + Wooden Overcoats + Ars Paradoxica + The Far Meridian + The Strange Case of Starship Iris + Girl In Space + Inkwyrm + Immunities + Mission to Zixx +Kaleidotrope +Midnight Radio

Horror: *# The Magnus Archives: Jonathan Sims, head archivist of a paranormal research institute in London, reads the statements of people who have experienced horrifying things. Things go south very quickly for him and his assistants. HEAVY trigger warning, since it includes lots of the typical horror things such as gore, bugs, cannibalism, etc, but if you can handle it, I highly recommend this show. The writing and characters are so good. *! SCP Archives: Performed readings of different SCP stories. If you like SCP, this show is really good! # Alice Isn’t Dead: A fantastic spooky adventure with a gal trucking across the U.S. to find her missing wife! Made by the Nightvale folks, and it’s really intriguing and well produced. # The NoSleep Podcast: Different horror stories from r/nosleep, acted and read aloud. Varies in quality, but is generally pretty good! Gets better in the later seasons. # Limetown: A well-known faux-journalism horror story. The first season is very good, I haven’t listened to the second yet. # Mabel: It’s been a while since I listened to this one, so I don’t remember much other than it being very, very spooky. # The Black Tapes: The ending isn’t good, but the rest was great. They’re apparently continuing, so hopefully the ending will be fixed.

+ The Blood Crow Stories + The Alexandria Archive + TANIS + Rabbits D&D/Actual Play: *! The Adventure Zone: Look. You know this one. An actual-play podcast that starts off slow and picks up really quickly. 80% comedy, 20% plot, and 100% amazing. Balance is the first campaign and is D&D and a mix of fantasy and sci-fi. *# Critical Role: I’ve been riding with this show for years now, but I haven’t actually listened to the podcast format of it! The show itself is fantastic though, so I’m still recommending it. Follow the in-progress D&D adventure of a bunch of great voice actors. Sorta the flip of TAZ, in that it’s like 80% plot and 20% comedy. Also 100% crying. Their first campaign is complete, and they’re currently partially through their second. # Godsfall: A pretty rules-heavy DND podcast. Really really well produced. # Friends At The Table: Not really far in enough to make much judgement! + Heroes and Halfwits + Tabletop Champions + Join the Party + Dames & Dragons + Bombarded + The Mortal Path + Dnduet + The Venture Maidens + The Broad Swords + Six Feats Under

Nonfiction: # Wonderful!: Happy and pure, Griffin and Rachel Mcelroy talk about things that make them happy. I enjoy listening to random episodes when I need a pick-me-up. # Oh No, Ross and Carrie!: Ross and Carrie go around and investigate different fringe science, paranormal, and spiritual things. They’re super fun to listen to! + The Worst Bestsellers + Jay & Miles X-Plain the X-Men + Mysterious Universe + Bunker Buddies + Imaginary Worlds + Conversations With People Who Hate Me + Dead Pilots Society + Harry Potter and the Sacred Text + Storybreak + Shmanners + Positiviteeny! + Still Buffering + The Supermega Podcast Comedy: *# My Brother, My Brother, and Me: Really good goofs and advice from the Mcelroy brothers. It’s so good. # Sawbones: Medical history with Sydnee and Justin Mcelroy! Sydnee is an actual doctor, so it’s a wonderful combo of dumb humor and really good information. # My Dad Wrote A Porno: Title kind of says it all. Very, very funny. + What Should We Draw? + Revisionist History + Hardcore History + More Perfect + Making a Podcast with Myself True Crime/Supernatural: *# My Favorite Murder: True crime and murder stories, as told by some very cool and funny ladies. They’re like my goth comedian moms. # Heaven’s Gate: A podcast about the cult Heaven’s Gate. Only 10 episodes, really interesting and well produced. # Lore: I listened to this forever ago and loved it! Really good paranormal and spooky stories. # And That’s Why We Drink: Em and Christine talk about the paranormal and true crime while getting drunk and chatting about their lives! They have a great dynamic and it’s just a fun comfy show to listen to. + Judge John Hodgman +Spirits + Blurry Photos + Expanded Perspectives + Wine and Crime + Cabinet of Curiosities Journalism:

*# 99% Invisible: Beautifully written and edited journalism about design and life. I love the hell out of this podcast. *# Reply All: Journalism and weird stories about technology and the different ways it affects us. I highly recommend listening to episode #102 and #103, Long Distance, if you want an incredibly interesting story about spam callers and trying to hunt them down. # Ear Hustle: Stories about the life of prisoners, made by a prisoner! Really interesting journalism. # Setting the Record Queer: A queer interview show. Pretty new but really fun! # Twenty Thousand Hertz: A podcast about sound design and things relating to it. Very well produced and interesting. + Family Ghosts + Ologies

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The ECHL on Saturday announced the following fines and suspensions.

Toledo’s Moore fined, suspended

Toledo’s Bryan Moore has been suspended for four games and fined an undisclosed amount as a result of his actions in ECHL Game #475, Toledo at Idaho, on Jan. 11.

Fort Wayne’s Crunk fined, suspended

Fort Wayne’s Taylor Crunk has been suspended for four games and fined an undisclosed amount as a result of his actions in ECHL Game #479, Fort Wayne at Indy, on Jan. 11.

Fort Wayne’s Hodgman fined

Fort Wayne’s Justin Hodgman has been fined an undisclosed amount as a result of his actions in ECHL Game #479, Fort Wayne at Indy, on Jan. 11.

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Podcast Recommendations

I figured I should keep a list of the podcasts I listen to, as a podcast blog, in addition to my reccomendations.

These are in no particular order, but bolder titles are ones that I super recommend you try if you try no others on this list. Tho not being bolded doesn’t mean they’re not great!! I love all of these so much.

I’ve also supplied links and tagged the podcasts’ blog if they have one.

Audio Dramas

Lesser Gods, An Audio Drama || @lessergodspodcast || Link

The Control Group || Link

Hello From The Magic Tavern || @hellofromthemagictavern || Link

King Falls AM || @kingfallsam || Link

Wolf 359 || @wolf359radio (finished) || Link

ars PARADOXICA || @arsparadoxica (finished) || Link

The Bright Sessions || @thebrightsessions (finished) || Link

Welcome to Night Vale || Link

LifeAfter/The Message (finished) || Link

The Penumbra Podcast || @thepenumbrapodcast || Link

Girl In Space | A Sci-Fi Mystery Audio Drama || @girlinspacepodcast || Link

MarsCorp || Link

EOS 10 || @eos10radio || Link

Bubble || Link

Inkwyrm || @inkwyrmpodcast (tumblr is their home site)

bomBARDed - A Musical Dungeons & Dragons Adventure || Link

The Adventure Zone || @theadventurezone || Link

Sandra || Link

“Real Talk” Podcasts

These are podcasts that are people talking to each other, usually on a specific topic, but not trying to craft a specific kind of story.

Same rules as above apply. Bolded are personal faves, no particular order, I still love the not-bolded podcasts.

I’ve also given these teensy little descriptions and their links next to them.

Can I Pet Your Dog? || Link — Renee, Allegra, and Alexis talk about d o g s 🐶

Stuff They Don't Want You To Know — Conspiracy theories!

Sawbones: A Marital Tour of Misguided Medicine || Link — A doctor and her husband talk about the ways that it was fucked up we used to treat people in medicine.

Science Vs || Link — “What do scientists and reasearchers say about [insert thing]?”

Positiviteeny! || Link — messages of hope, joy, and inspiration 3x/week in ten minutes or less

Beautiful Stories From Anonymous People || Link — Chris takes one hour long phone conversation with a random stranger. No names, no holds barred.

Wonderful! || Link — weekly podcast of enthusiasm and good vibes

Still Buffering || Link — the Doctor from Sawbones and her two sisters (one of whom is still a teen) discuss growing up and life

Couples Therapy || Link — Comedy skits featuring two people of various relationships (married, dating, friends, siblings, etc.) discuss things on stage at a comedy club. Hosted by Andy and Naomi who talk about their own relationship (engaged) between the two sets they play for the listener

Throwing Shade || Link — Feminasty Erin Gibson and Homosexual Brian Safi discuss women’s issues, lgbt issues, and other pop culture events. Can you handle it?

Judge John Hodgman || Link— Fake Internet Judge hears two sides of an argument and makes ruling

Trends Like These || Link — weekly news podcast on what’s trending with Travis McElroy, Brent Black, and Courtney Enlow

Shmanners || Link — Travis from above and his wife Teresa discuss etiquette and the history of the ‘rules’

The Daily Show With Trevor Noah: Ears Edition || Link — The Daily Show but with no video

Reply All || Link — reporting team with fascinating human interest stories

My Brother, My Brother And Me || Link — Travis, Justin, and Griffin give great advice you should never follow don’t mind me this isn’t my special interest or anything hahahahahaaaaaaa

The Daily || Link — (week)daily news from New York Times

Stuff You Should Know || Link— you should know about this stuff so you’re gonna her told about it.

Behind the Bastards || Link — Stories you don’t know about the very worst people. For example, did you know that Sadam Hussein was really into YA Lit?

The Good Boys Girls || Link — McElroy Brothers Fancast of two lovely ladies who are also girlfriends.

Badvertising || Link — “None of us have studied advertising. In fact, we don't know anything about business at all. The one thing we do know is how to make your product a viral failure. This is Badvertising. Where your dissatisfaction is guaranteed.”

Nerdificent || Link — “In Nerdificent, comedians Ify Nwadiwe and Dani Fernandez break down all that is nerdy. Whether you’ve spent years rolling dice in a friend’s basement or got hooked after seeing a comic book movie, they’ve got something for you. Each episode Dani and Ify deep dive into a nerdy subject or subculture and break down the history, culture, and future of it; all while making you laugh.”

Guilty Treasures || Link — “A podcast about everything you ever loved but were afraid to talk about. Hosted by Anne Kirn and Emily Kardamis, featuring a new guest every episode.”

Honorable Mentions

These are podcasts I like enough to stay subscribed to/finish but not enough to get on the above lists but I wanted to put on here so people know what I’ve listened to. Also just because it’s here doesn’t mean it’s bad. It just didn’t tickle my fancy as much as the others. I still like ‘em alright. Links provided bc hey maybe they tickle your fancy!

You Are Here SciFi Audio Drama || Link

Dead Pilots Society || Link

H3 Podcast || Link

The Leviathan Chronicles || Link

Comedy Bang Bang: The Podcast || Link

Beef And Dairy Network || Link

Go Fact Yourself || Link

Culture Kings || Link

Getting Curious with Jonathan Van Ness || Link

We’re Alive: A Story of Survival || Link

Ask a Manager || Link

TechStuff || Link

Story Break || Link

Heavyweight || Link

Hidden Brain || Link

The Far Meridian || Link || @thefarmeridian

All Systems Goku || Link

Critical Role || Link

Dungeon Master's Block || Link

Conversations with People Who Hate Me || Link

Alice Isn't Dead || Link

Within the Wires || Link

Still Processing || Link

Stuff To Blow Your Mind || Link

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Your Fave Is Catholic: Justin Long

Known for: Actor, humorist, & comedian, he is best known primarily for his acting on film & television. Notable films he has done include Galaxy Quest, Jeepers Creepers & its sequel, Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story, Herbie: Fully Loaded, Waiting... , Dreamland, Accepted, Live Free or Die Hard, Alvin & the Chipmunks & its many sequels, Walk Hard: the Dewey Cox Story, Zack & Miri Make a Porno, He’s Just Not That Into You, Drag Me to Hell, Youth In Revolt, Walking with Dinosaurs, Veronica Mars, Tusk, & many more. Television credits to his name include Ed, New Girl, Unsupervised, F is for Family, Skylanders Academy, The Conners, & many guest roles throughout the years. He also takes part in the “Get a Mac” commercials for Apple products alongside John Hodgman.

Evidence of Faith: According to both a Daily Mail interview & a CinemaBlend interview, Justin mentions in both that he grew up in a very conservative Catholic family, but are supportive of his work regardless. The CinemaBlend interview can be read here, while the Daily Mail interview can be read here. Other sources from the web also mention that he attended Fairfield College Preparatory School in Fairfield, which is a Jesuit school founded by the Society of Jesus.