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Octal FM

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Listen to Brits Jalada and Sefran discuss gaming, technology and more in short, easily digestible episodes. Topics include talking to robots, visiting Japan, making coffee, diversity in tech and why Nintendo is awesome.
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Episodes

077: Cambridge Analytica

In this episode we take a look back at the Cambridge Analytica scandal, in particular some of the details behind the underlying technology. Further reading/watching: Alexander Nix at Concordia Summit discussing their tech The Data That Turned the World Upside Down - Motherboard/Vice A 2017 counterpoint: Data Firm Says ‘Secret Sauce’ Aided Trump; Many Scoff (New York Times) Why Your Privacy Is Worth More Than You Think - DuckDuckGo...

Sep 24, 201944 min

073: Guten Morgen Berlin Pt.1

In this episode of Octal FM it's time for another travel update. This time, it's Sefran's turn, as we discuss his short trip to Berlin. Stay tuned for episode 74 for a surprise part two...!

Jul 30, 201938 min

Sound-byte 031: KyotoAnimation attack

Content warning: In this episode we discuss the recent arson attack at KyotoAnimation in Japan, which may be distressing for some of our listeners, or people of a young age in earshot.

Jul 23, 201910 min

072: Nostalgia & Now - Final Fantasy IX

In this episode we look at Final Fantasy IX from two perspectives. Jalada, who has only just played it, and Sefran, who played it back in the day!

Jul 16, 201940 min

071: E3 Chaff

If you're interested in our breakdown on what 'in-game footage' means in the context of game trailers at E3, check out the ancient but very relevent episode 19 .

Jul 02, 201935 min

070: Nintendo FM

In this episode we dissect some of Nintendo's announcements from E3 2019.

Jun 18, 201947 min

069: Infinite FM

In this episode of Octal FM we nerd out and discuss the 11 year saga that is the Marvel Cinematic Universe's Infinity War.

Jun 04, 201936 min

068: Game Club - Metroid

In the second half of this episode there are some glitches on Sefran's audio. Apologies, we're investigating! In this episode of Octal FM we discuss the NES classic, Metroid.

May 21, 201938 min

067: Charging down the road

In this episode of Octal FM we discuss the current state of electric vehicles, choices in cars, viability in the real world, and possible future. You'll pick up some general knowledge about EV’s, how the infrastructure for them is forming, ups and downs of owning one, and Sef’s personal experiences so far.

May 07, 201947 min

066: Games under a tenner

Cook, Serve, Delicious 2!! Do Not Feed The Monkeys ShellShock Live VVVVVV Available on pretty much every platform. World of Goo Available on PC, Mac, Switch, Android and iOS. Braid Available on PC, Mac, Xbox 360 and PS3....

Apr 23, 201939 min

065: Revisiting the Wilds

In this episode, and to mark it turning two, we take a look back at The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild.

Apr 09, 201935 min

064: Octal FM 2k19

Further reading: EA and Activision's $79bn games-as-a-service growth Emerging Trends in Games-as-a-Service (video) Battle passes are replacing loot boxes, but they're not necessarily a better deal What Fortnite’s Battle Pass gets right How GaaS are changing the way we play Call of Duty Mobile - Legends of War soft launch article Artwork Personalization at Netflix...

Mar 26, 201940 min
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