Brief Summary
In this episode of The Ramble, Jerry Roach and Eddie Pence discuss a range of topics from personal anecdotes about childhood fears related to Michael Jackson's "Thriller" music video to geeky discussions about video games, comic book characters, and music. They explore Jerry's renewed interest in Street Fighter 6, Eddie's Deadshot figure, finger-blasting songs, Beverly Hills Cop 2 soundtrack, and creating a Super Nintendo game based on Warren G and Nate Dogg's "Regulate."
- Jerry expresses his excitement for the new Switch and upcoming games like Mario Kart and Donkey Kong.
- Eddie shares his love for the Deadshot DC comic book character.
- The duo brainstorm ideas for a "Regulate" video game, incorporating elements from Double Dragon and adding Michael McDonald as a hidden character.
Intro
The hosts introduce themselves and the podcast, encouraging listeners to subscribe, rate, and review. They promote Nerdy T-shirts with a 50% discount using the code "ramble." The episode includes segments like "Geek Out," "Finger Blast Song of the Day," and "Super Nintendo Game It Should Have Been."
Zelda Discussion
Jerry and Eddie discuss their excitement for the new Nintendo Switch and potential upcoming Zelda games. Jerry expresses his dream for a remake of the original Zelda game in the style of the game's booklet art. They ponder whether the Zelda series is declining in quality, comparing it to the Police Academy franchise, but ultimately agree that the recent Zelda games are improving.
Sports Talk and Geek Out
The hosts briefly discuss the New York Knicks' coaching situation before transitioning to the "Geek Out" segment. Jerry talks about his newfound interest in Street Fighter 6, inspired by playing Claire Obscure fish 33. Despite not having played Street Fighter in years, he feels confident in his parrying skills and considers playing competitively. He recalls his past experiences with Street Fighter and Mortal Kombat, mentioning his preferred characters like Ken and Subzero. Eddie jokingly suggests Jerry should leave his family to pursue a professional Street Fighter career.
Andrea's Opinion on Street Fighter Career
Jerry jokingly considers leaving his family to pursue a professional Street Fighter career, prompting Eddie to suggest getting his wife, Andrea's, opinion. Andrea joins the podcast and humorously responds to the hypothetical scenario, stating she is half expecting Jerry to do something similar and would allow him one groupie during the event.
Eddie's Geek Out: Deadshot Figure
Eddie shares his "Geek Out" item: a Deadshot figure from the 80s Suicide Squad comics. He expresses his love for the character and how the figure captures the comic book version well. Eddie discusses how he organizes his DC, Marvel, G.I. Joe, and Star Wars figures on separate shelves. He criticizes Will Smith's portrayal of Deadshot in the Suicide Squad film, stating it didn't do justice to the character's comic book origins. They compare Deadshot to Bullseye and Hawkeye, highlighting Deadshot's conscience and moral ambiguity.
Finger Blast Song of the Day
Jerry introduces "Slow Hand" by the Pointer Sisters as the "Finger Blast Song of the Day," describing it as a song about finger-blasting. Eddie agrees, suggesting it should be a national anthem. He then reveals his song choice: "One" by Metallica, which Jerry guesses correctly. Eddie explains the song's dark lyrics and imagery, suggesting a unique interpretation of the song's meaning.
Beverly Hills Cop 2 Soundtrack
The hosts discuss the Beverly Hills Cop 2 soundtrack, with Eddie expressing disappointment in the movie compared to the first one. He recalls a childhood memory of seeing the film with his mom and saying the f-word for the first time. They praise the first movie's writing and character dynamics, particularly the relationship between Axel Foley and Tagert. Eddie considers Bob Seager's "Shakedown" as the best song on the soundtrack, despite considering it one of Seager's worst songs.
Super Nintendo Game: Regulate
Jerry and Eddie brainstorm ideas for a Super Nintendo game based on Warren G and Nate Dogg's "Regulate." They outline the premise of the song and envision the game as a Double Dragon-style beat 'em up. They discuss incorporating elements from the song into the game, such as fighting enemies and rescuing women. They debate whether Michael McDonald should be a hidden playable character or the final boss, ultimately deciding he should be a downloadable skin unlocked by purchasing the soundtrack. They imagine Michael McDonald as an overpowered character with Mortal Kombat-style fatalities.
Outro
The hosts thank listeners for tuning in and encourage them to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast. They promote nerdyte.com and set a goal to reach 8,000 downloads next month. They jokingly consider creating a video game based on Kenny Rogers' "Six-Pack."
