Cody goes viral with Bernie Sanders, talks political identity: Game/Life Balance U.S. Podcast Ep. 005
Game/Life Balance U.S.
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Cody somehow unexpectedly became a political writer when his post about Bernie Sanders went viral. Hear him discuss how it’s changed his life, including a surprisingly thoughtful discussion with Jon about politics and identity. Then, hear Jon go “FULL GAMER” and chat about the video game Sunless Sea. Show Notes:
Jon insists on recording a promo for the GonnaGeek Network, even though the broadcast already started
Current News – Cody wrote an article about Bernie Sanders) and somehow became a political writer on the Huffington Post after it went viral on his web site)
Jon talks to Cody about the Iowa caucus, including Brian Williams and MSNBC’s coverage of the event and why he really hates CNN
Life Stuff – Cody discusses how “going public” about his political POV is new territory for him, and chats about internet culture with Jon
They talk about how and why politics are tied to identity and ideologies, and also tackle surprising facts about internet trolls and what motivates them to be so awful
A Donald Trump supporter leaves a comment on this podcast during the YouTube broadcast, and Cody delivers a public service announcement to register to vote
Full Gamer – Jon discusses the video game Sunless Sea) and explains what audience would most appreciate the game
Jon also bought The Witness), the newest game from Jonathan Blow, and explains the specific reason why he hasn’t actually started playing it yet
Jon briefly discusses the Fine Brothers controversy), which Cody thinks is just stupid
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