WTF @ TFW - 297 - March 28 2014

Discussion in 'WTF @ TFW Transformers Podcast' started by Vangelus, Apr 12, 2014.

  1. Rigas

    Rigas Well-Known Member

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    I do really appreciate it when a podcast has chapter markers and interesting images, I but I also appreciate the free voices of men in my ears. So whatever you need to do.

    I understand how busy you are and how long it takes, So if TFW has to slide to every two weeks, or three weeks or monthly or whatever, I wouldn't mind. I'm sure editting assistance can be provided if needed. While the Vangelus does an amazing job, there is no reason it all has to be heaped on him.
     
  2. ubertenorman

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    I really like the chapter markings and images but I rarely use them except to skip to the right spot when I switch listening devices. I'd miss them a little but I'd understand if they go away.
     
  3. Rexidus

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    I listen to the mp3 so the chapter marks are unused by me.

    And man, Seth. You and I have the EXACT same opinion on the X-Men movies. I always find it difficult to explain why I'm not excited for the movies when the X-Men are my favorite super heroes. I'm so glad to hear someone else has the same issue with them as I do.
     
  4. KevinSig

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    Wait, there's chapter marking? Yeah, I say ditch this...

    Also, I would not be opposed to ditching the odd & even episode format & making it a whoever shows up regular thing. Sort of a Who's Line is it Anyway, revolving cast thing. And you do this only once a week.

    Maybe all 4 show up for one episode, maybe only 2-3. Its always a surprise.

    Of course, I'm not sure how Vangelus would feel about being the show's Drew Carey (Or Clive Anderson).

    ...

    Just keep him away from a buzzer, far far away...

    Welcome to WTF @ TFW. The Podcast where all the opinions are made up, and the hosts don't matter.

    Edit: You could also ditch the intermission audio in the podcasts (not that you can't have intermissions in the show, just I could do without the individual episode ones). You could also just have a generic intermission on standby, so you don't always feel the need to get something specific.
     
  5. Seth Buzzard

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  6. Hotspot17

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    Rarely use chapter markings. In favor whatever it takes to make editing the podcast easier which will increase the longevity in the long run.
     
  7. BenjaminXavier

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    I like having the chapter markings, but I mostly only use them to see how long a topic is, and how close I am to the end of it.

    If they went away and the shows were posted faster that'd be great, as its really weird to hear you guys talk about "news" that's 3-4 weeks old at times.
     
  8. TrueNomadSkies

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    Well for me its a toss up. I mean personally, I just download the podcast & listen to it all the way through without fast forwarding or even reading it ahead of time. I tread it as a radio show that I've got the ability to pause when its time to take a leak, and if the outside world interferes with my vocal justification of toy obsessions, I'll just resume later on at the time I had to stop.

    However at the same time, I think having a topic list of some sort adds to the production value (especially for new listeners), and linking the pictures is nice for people who don't spend 10 hours a day on this site hah.
     
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  9. dasaffe

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    Kill the chapter markers. It's not enough added value to bog you down Vangelus.
     
  10. TrueNomadSkies

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    I like the silly intermissions hah.
     
  11. Vangelus

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    Intermissions won't change anytime soon, they give us a good mid-recording recharge and give me an easy chance to be a dumbass in editing.
     
  12. Maverick Hunter Christian

    Maverick Hunter Christian Choke on that, causality!

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    What's a chapter marking?
     
  13. TrueNomadSkies

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    Medium rare.
     
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    I've definitely never used the chapter markings, but I agree with Seth - they're cool, and they add a professional feeling to the podcast, but they definitely aren't necessary for most of us, I'd say. I do like the chapter images, but I barely see them, since I have to go to the chapter list in iTunes to see them (I know there are other ways to do it, but the most convenient way to play podcasts for me, from the podcast list in iTunes, doesn't show the chapter artwork in the main window).
     
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    86 the chapter stuff imo
     
  16. Insane Galvatron

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    This thread needs a link to the pics of the bad head sculpt action figure.
     
  17. Rodentus prime

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    How about the April 1st Video review
     
  18. LordGigaIce

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    This.
     
  19. TedimusPrime

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    Great podcast guys. Both of you are having a great amount of podcast chemistry all on your own.

    That being said...
    I just purchased my first 1/6th figure. Thanks Vangelus.
     
  20. Weltall

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    Since switching from ios to android, I've learned to live without the chapters. Sure others can too.

    Also I'm pretty sure Friedle is pronounced free-dell.