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Welcome to the Stuff & Junk show, where we share our opinions on random subjects, from interesting news, social topics, pop culture, our likes and dislikes, things we’ve seen, heard, or read, to what we did, and what we do. You know, stuff and junk. read less

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Episode 768 (1 hr 04 mins 44 secs) We’ve got to have a conversation about the fact xbox shut down four Bethesda game studios. RIP to Tango Gameworks, Arkane Austin, Alpha Dog, and Roundhouse. Why did that happen? Who is to blame? How surprising was it really? Where does things go from here? Should xbox just give up? Albert has a chat (and rant) about this with special guest Tyler McPhail of Most Extreme Ranking Challenge. The game industry right now feels like it’s just imploding. Show Notes and Contact Info can be found at… https://www.whowhatwhereswhy.com/stuffjunk/2024/5/9/768

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Episode 768 (1 hr 04 mins 44 secs) We’ve got to have a conversation about the fact xbox shut down four Bethesda game studios. RIP to Tango Gameworks, Arkane Austin, Alpha Dog, and Roundhouse. Why did that happen? Who is to blame? How surprising was it really? Where does things go from here? Should xbox just give up? Albert has a chat (and rant) about this with special guest Tyler McPhail of Most Extreme Ranking Challenge. The game industry right now feels like it’s just imploding. Show Notes and Contact Info can be found at… https://www.whowhatwhereswhy.com/stuffjunk/2024/5/9/768

Episode 767 (30 mins 27 secs) Does Singapore have one of the best airports and one of the best countries for foodies? Should kids not be allowed to be the pilot of the Millennium Falcon ride at Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge? Have you heard of The Lonely Island and Set Myers podcast? Do you play the daily Framed.wtf puzzle game? Albert and Jiaming go over all that (Ana shows up too!), plus have an extensive “after credits” on The Fall Guy, Britney Spears, and even Pluto on Netflix. Show Notes and Contact Info can be found at… https://www.whowhatwhereswhy.com/stuffjunk/2024/5/8/767

Episode 766 (23 mins 25 secs) Do you do Drive Up Order Pickups at Target or Walmart? Why will you not be able to see a famous Japanese Mountain anymore? How come Nestle Drumsticks aren’t melting? Is there a reason Disneyland is not claiming money owed to them? Albert, Jiaming, and Ana talk about all that, plus some Titanic talk?! Show Notes and Contact Info can be found at… https://www.whowhatwhereswhy.com/stuffjunk/2024/5/7/766

can’t top poop

Episode 765 (31 mins 59 secs) To have a conversation or to not have a conversation when going No 2 on the Toilet. The ongoing topic of whether we are losing physical media as an option to our entertainment. Just some things discussed by Albert, Jiaming, Ana and Derek of the Geekdom Fancast. Plus our recommendations for this week!Show Notes and Contact Info can be found at… https://www.whowhatwhereswhy.com/stuffjunk/2024/5/1/765

Episode 764 (30 mins 47 secs) Do you pick your Gatorade by color or by flavor? Derek from the Geekdom Fancast joins Albert, Jiaming, and Ana to answer that question, plus a recap of April 2024. What the heck happened in the Month now?! Show Notes and Contact Info can be found at… https://www.whowhatwhereswhy.com/stuffjunk/2024/4/30/764

2024 Summer Movie Wager

2024 Summer Movie Wager

Episode 763 (1 hr 12 mins 47 secs) It’s the annual tradition once again, for placing our bets on what we think will be the Top 10 Summer Movies that will make the most at the Box Office. Joining Albert, Jiaming, and Ana are Myke and Derek from the Geekdom Fancast Show Notes and Contact Info can be found at… https://www.whowhatwhereswhy.com/stuffjunk/2024/4/28/763

Ciudad de México

Ciudad de México

Episode 762 (45 mins 55 secs) From Tijuana Airport sweatiness, Centro Histórico de la Ciudad de México, to eating Shake Shack at Mexico, Ana shares some stories from her Mexico City trip to Albert and Jiaming. Plus recommending things to watch! Show Notes and Contact Info can be found at… https://www.whowhatwhereswhy.com/stuffjunk/2024/4/24/762

breakdown videos

breakdown videos

Episode 761 (30 mins 31 secs) Are the movie/tv trailer analyze breakdown videos annoying click-baits now? Shouldn’t you show support to your partner when they are being recognized and celebrated? Why are Mexican tax payers paying for cat welfare? What’s more popular than the NFL among Gen Z? All that are discussed by Albert, Jiaming who is still in Singapore, and Ana who just came back from Mexico. Plus about that Hulu / Disney+ original movie The Greatest Hits. Show Notes and Contact Info can be found at… https://www.whowhatwhereswhy.com/stuffjunk/2024/4/23/761

2 in 3 movie watchers

2 in 3 movie watchers

Episode 760 (39 mins 41 secs) How many US Adults do you think would rather wait to watch a movie on streaming and skip the theatrical experience? Albert, Jiaming, and Ana go over this topic about the positives and negatives about going out to the cinema. We’re still celebrating Nine Years of whowhatwhereswhy and the Stuff and Junk show podcast, so here is another flashback episode about a pet hedgehog with Staci. Show Notes and Contact Info can be found at… https://www.whowhatwhereswhy.com/stuffjunk/2024/4/17/760

Episode 759 (38 mins 36 secs) Did you see Emei in one of her Cynical Tour dates? Is it true that Gen Z is really using their phones less? Do you have a “dumb” feature phone? Are you at all concerned that hackers have figured out how to crack hotel room key cards? Albert and Ruthy talk about all that, plus the flashback episode about online dating stories with Cindy. Show Notes and Contact Info can be found at… https://www.whowhatwhereswhy.com/stuffjunk/2024/4/16/759

Episode 758 (42 mins 32 secs) Who thought there would be an earthquake in New York? What are some unique facts about the Number 9. Would you use AI to generate an image of yourself? Where were you when The Matrix was released 25 years ago? Albert and Ruthy talk about all that, plus the flashback episode about Bachelorette and Bachelor parties. Show Notes and Contact Info can be found at… https://www.whowhatwhereswhy.com/stuffjunk/2024/4/10/758

Episode 757 (53 mins 00 secs) Did you see the Total Solar Eclipse? What do you know about the chatter surrounding the game Stellar Blade? Albert, Ruthy, Jiaming, and Ana have a discussion about all that, as they celebrate 9 Years of whowhatwhereswhy.com and the Stuff and Junk show podcast. Plus listen to this flashback episode about Weird Things Left in Hotel Rooms. Show Notes and Contact Info can be found at… https://www.whowhatwhereswhy.com/stuffjunk/2024/4/9/757

Episode 756 (32 mins 38 secs) Do you tend to do different things you normally wouldn’t do when you’re travelling? Have you heard of or read The Last Lumenian book? Did you watch Physical 100? Ever gone to WonderCon Anaheim yet? Why shouldn’t you spend too much? Albert, Jiaming, and Ana discuss all this, plus some impromptu singing Show Notes and Contact Info can be found at… https://www.whowhatwhereswhy.com/stuffjunk/2024/4/3/756

Episode 755 (30 mins 18 secs) Do you think 1990s and early 2000s fashion is back again? Can criticizing tomato puree put you in jail? Should you wear your wedding dress to your friend’s wedding? Shouldn’t temporary tattoos be temporary? Albert, Jiaming, and Ana, plus One Day on NETFLIX Show Notes and Contact Info can be found at… https://www.whowhatwhereswhy.com/stuffjunk/2024/4/2/755

Episode 754 (1 hr 05 mins 22 secs) Did you go to WonderCon Anaheim 2024? How was your experience walking the Exhibit Hall or attending the Panels? What did you buy? Who did you see? Albert and Derek of the Geekdom Fancast share their thoughts on the event, plus the annual interview with the Chief Communications and Strategies Officer; David Glanzer. Show Notes and Contact Info can be found at… https://www.whowhatwhereswhy.com/stuffjunk/2024/4/1/754

Kwisatz Haderach

Kwisatz Haderach

Episode 753 (25 mins 40 secs) Who is thinking about going to Singapore? Have you read Dune, the novel by Frank Herbert? Did you go to Las Vegas recently, like for Anime Las Vegas? What do you do to help improve your memory? Would you like to eat some vegetarian food from Taco Bell? Albert, Ruthy, Jiaming, and Ana, talk about all that and some podcast housekeeping. Show Notes and Contact Info can be found at… https://www.whowhatwhereswhy.com/stuffjunk/2024/3/27/753

speaking of legs

speaking of legs

Episode 752 (28 mins 33 secs) Looking for a new TV? Did you watch the 3 Body Problem on Netflix? Have you seen French Waiters speed-walk race? Do you know who won the World’s Hardest Race? What is up with the man carrying around a severed leg? Albert, Ruthy, Jiaming, and Ana talk about all that, plus a news recap on March 2024. Show Notes and Contact Info can be found at… https://www.whowhatwhereswhy.com/stuffjunk/2024/3/26/752

Episode 751 (39 mins 46 secs) What are some pop culture figures or news that you couldn’t care less for? Why are we still putting up with potholes? Have you seen Constellation on Apple TV+, or The Signal on Netflix, or End of Evangelion in theaters? Albert, Ruthy, and Jiaming talk about all that, plus other anime are mentioned too. Show Notes and Contact Info can be found at… https://www.whowhatwhereswhy.com/stuffjunk/2024/3/20/751

Episode 750 (31 mins 14 secs) It’s the 750th episode of the show! Signs that you’re Forty now. The mysterious Monolith has returned. Eating python snake meat for protein. Catching somebody where they’re not supposed to be. Albert, Ruthy, and Jiaming talk about this and finds out what is the record for most movies seen in theaters. Show Notes and Contact Info can be found at… https://www.whowhatwhereswhy.com/stuffjunk/2024/3/19/750

high expectations

high expectations

Episode 749 (42 mins 29 secs) Why should you be upfront with your date? Should you be impressed when white people speak a foreign language fluently? Who is Bald and Bankrupt? How loved is Akira Toriyama? Is there a new solid reason why you should get a good amount of sleep? Are people’s expectations on what is considered a good movie way too high nowadays? Albert, Ruthy, Jiaming, and Ana discuss all that, and call people out. Show Notes and Contact Info can be found at… https://www.whowhatwhereswhy.com/stuffjunk/2024/3/13/749