Octal FM

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...

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076: Greatest Boss Battles

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075: Game Club - Dragalia Lost

In this episode we thoroughly irritate every Dragalia Lost fan by mispronouncing it throughout.

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074: Gute Nacht Berlin Pt.2

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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...!

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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.

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!

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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 .

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070: Nintendo FM

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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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....

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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.

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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...

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063: Story pROMpts (Game Club - 2064: Read Only Memories)

In this Game Club episode we discuss 2064: Ready Only Memories. 2064 is available on pretty much every platform!

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