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Jala Prendes
Found in multiple places around the net, Jala-chan has finally made her own Place to discuss topics ranging from analyses of various forms of media to health and wellness, interviews with creators and other fabulous people, and anything else that happens to fall outside the bounds of her usual appearances as a regular co-host of Duckfeed.tv's The Level Podcast, regular guest on Monster Dear Monster, and occasional spots on other shows and streams.
Join Jala, Moxie and Nick (TripleSMoon) as they discuss the plague known as grind or hustle culture: what it is, how pervasive it is, what causes it, and ways to cope. Articles * How to Detach Self-Worth From Productivity (https://www.becomingwhoyouare.net/how-to-detach-self-worth-from-productivity/) * The Toxicity of Hustle Culture: The Grind Must Stop (https://headversity.com/the-toxicity-of-hustle-culture-the-grind-must-stop/) Support this show via Ko-fi! Just like Patreon, there are subscription tiers (with bonus content!) in addition to the ability to drop us a one-time donation. Every little bit helps us put out better quality content and keep the lights on, and gets a shout out in a future episode. Check out ko-fi.com/fireheartmedia (https://ko-fi.com/fireheartmedia) for the details! Don't forget to rate & review us on your podcasting platform of choice~ Jala Prendes - @jalachan (https://twitter.com/jalachan) The Level (https://thelevelpodcast.com/hosts/jala) Ko-fi (https://ko-fi.com/fireheartmedia) Moxie is an internet cryptid! Nick (Moon) - @TripleSMoon (https://twitter.com/TripleSMoon) YouTube (https://youtube.com/@TripleSMoon) Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/TripleSMoon) Discord (https://discord.gg/hEseQKDymU) Special Guests: Moxie and Nick (Moon).
Jala is joined by Adelaide (Back On My BS) and Nick Fakhoury (Friday Night Gamecast) to talk about the Fire Emblem video game series and its impact on the tactical RPG sub-genre. Mentioned during the episode: * Kill Your Darlings or How I Learned to Stop Caring and Love Permadeath (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OB8Vq_DUpA4) Support this show via Ko-fi! Just like Patreon, there are subscription tiers (with bonus content!) in addition to the ability to drop us a one-time donation. Every little bit helps us put out better quality content and keep the lights on, and gets a shout out in a future episode. Check out ko-fi.com/fireheartmedia (https://ko-fi.com/fireheartmedia) for the details! Don't forget to rate & review us on your podcasting platform of choice~ Jala Prendes - @jalachan (https://twitter.com/jalachan) The Level (https://thelevelpodcast.com/hosts/jala) Ko-fi (https://ko-fi.com/fireheartmedia) Adelaide - Twitch (https://www.twitch.tv/sisteradelaide) YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@backonmybs6136) Nick Fakhoury - @nikolaiatknight (https://twitter.com/nikolaiatknight) Friday Night Gamecast (https://fridaynightgamecast.buzzsprout.com/) Twitch (https://www.twitch.tv/nikolaiatknight) Special Guests: Adelaide (Formerly Jamie) and Nick Fakhoury.
Join Jala, Briar and Raúl as they discuss the rampant phenomenon of fatphobia as well as the disordered eating which may follow. They share personal stories and methods by which to heal the damage. CONTENT WARNING: talk of eating disorders between 1:46:14 - 2:17:31 A Short Bibliography - books the hosts of this show read prior to this episode, which we recommend: * Fearing the Black Body by Sabrina Strings * Body Respect by Linda/Lindo Bacon (author is trans; in the publishing world both names are credited) * Health At Every Size by Linda/Lindo Bacon (author is trans; in the publishing world both names are credited) * The Beauty Myth by Naomi Wolf * The Body is Not an Apology by Sonya Renee Taylor Articles * The Significance of Sarah Baartman (https://www.bbc.com/news/magazine-35240987.amp) * Origins and evolution of Body Mass Index (BMI) (https://academic.oup.com/ije/article/43/3/665/2949550) * What Are Eating Disorders? (https://www.psychiatry.org/patients-families/eating-disorders/what-are-eating-disorders) * Disordered Eating Vs Eating Disorders (https://therapist.com/disorders/disordered-eating-vs-eating-disorders) * Washington court: Obesity covered by antidiscrimination law (https://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/washington-court-obesity-covered-by-antidiscrimination-law/?amp=1) * Weighed Down By Discrimination (https://www.publichealthpost.org/databyte/weighed-down-by-discrimination/#:~:text=Roughly%2042%25%20of%20U.S.%20adults,can%20come%20in%20many%20forms) Support this show via Ko-fi! Just like Patreon, there are subscription tiers (with bonus content!) in addition to the ability to drop us a one-time donation. Every little bit helps us put out better quality content and keep the lights on, and gets a shout out in a future episode. Check out ko-fi.com/fireheartmedia (https://ko-fi.com/fireheartmedia) for the details! Don't forget to rate & review us on your podcasting platform of choice~ Jala Prendes - @jalachan (https://twitter.com/jalachan) The Level (https://thelevelpodcast.com/hosts/jala) Ko-fi (https://ko-fi.com/fireheartmedia) Briar - @13briars (https://twitter.com/13briars) Briar's Grove (https://twitter.com/BriarsGrove) Raúl, like many guests, may be found primarily on the Jala-chan's Place Discord. If interested in joining please shoot Jala a message on your platform of choice. Raúl would like to signal boost Victualiv (https://victualiv.com/) vitamins which are specially formulated for vegans, those curious about plant-based nutrition, and anyone in transition. They are the vitamins that both Jala and Dave use! Definitely check them out! Special Guests: Briar and Raúl.
Join Jala, Dave Jackson (Tales from the Backlog), Nick (TripleSMoon) and Daniel as they discuss the 2002 Game Boy Advance game, Metroid Fusion. Spoiler wall: 54:14 Mentioned during the show: * SA-X's face (https://static.wikia.nocookie.net/metroid/images/2/23/SA-X_Closeup.PNG/revision/latest?cb=20191003153154) * Flawless Nettori battle, complete with an explanation of the advanced mechanics on display (https://youtu.be/fpadhdMHG_k) * Similarities between Alien and Metroid (https://metroid.fandom.com/wiki/List_of_similarities_between_Metroid_and_Alien#Metroid_Fusion) * Non-Alien Eastern influences on Metroid (https://youtu.be/dGwWpbHLcXU) * Disrespecting the SA-X (https://youtu.be/X-0ojY-b1so) * Similarities between Tourian and Mother Brain's chamber (https://youtu.be/eElx26Xu59Y) * Adam calling Samus "Lady" has crappy reasoning behind it (https://metroid.fandom.com/wiki/Any_objections,_Lady%3F#:~:text=The%20Metroid%20manga%20reveals%20that,retain%20her%20decency%20and%20identity) * ICEY (https://store.steampowered.com/app/553640/ICEY/) Support this show via Ko-fi! Just like Patreon, there are subscription tiers (with bonus content!) in addition to the ability to drop us a one-time donation. Every little bit helps us put out better quality content and keep the lights on, and gets a shout out in a future episode. Check out ko-fi.com/fireheartmedia (https://ko-fi.com/fireheartmedia) for the details! Don't forget to rate & review us on your podcasting platform of choice~ Jala Prendes - @jalachan (https://twitter.com/jalachan) The Level (https://thelevelpodcast.com/hosts/jala) Ko-fi (https://ko-fi.com/fireheartmedia) Dave Jackson - @realdavejackson (https://twitter.com/realdavejackson) Tales From the Backlog (https://talesfromthebacklog.fireside.fm/) Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/realdavejackson) Nick (Moon) - @TripleSMoon (https://twitter.com/TripleSMoon) YouTube (https://youtube.com/@TripleSMoon) Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/TripleSMoon) Discord (https://discord.gg/hEseQKDymU) Daniel - @samitchdoo@mastodon.social (https://mastodon.social/@samitchdoo) Special Guests: Daniel, Dave Jackson, and Nick (Moon).
Jala is joined by Adelaide and Zombi to discuss body dysmorphia and gender dysphoria, two rampant issues. Learn more about their history and context, and how each host grapples with these feelings. Articles * Dysphoria vs Dysmorphia: The Difference Between Gender and Body (https://www.talkspace.com/blog/body-dysphoria-vs-dysmorphia) * Gender Dysphoria, Body Dysmorphia & Body Image in Trans & Non-Binary Folks (https://centerfordiscovery.com/blog/gender-dysphoria-body-dysmorphia-trans-non-binary-folks/) Support this show via Ko-fi! Just like Patreon, there are subscription tiers (with bonus content!) in addition to the ability to drop us a one-time donation. Every little bit helps us put out better quality content and keep the lights on, and gets a shout out in a future episode. Check out ko-fi.com/fireheartmedia (https://ko-fi.com/fireheartmedia) for the details! Don't forget to rate & review us on your podcasting platform of choice~ Jala Prendes - @jalachan (https://twitter.com/jalachan) The Level (https://thelevelpodcast.com/hosts/jala) Ko-fi (https://ko-fi.com/fireheartmedia) Zombi - @zombilollipops (https://twitter.com/zombilollipops) Twitch (https://www.twitch.tv/zombiloli) Campsite (https://campsite.to/zombiloli) Adelaide - Twitch (https://www.twitch.tv/sisteradelaide) YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@backonmybs6136) Special Guests: Adelaide (Formerly Jamie) and Zombi.
Jala is joined by Leonard (Monster Dear Monster) and Adam (Half Tone Takes) to discuss the 1990 Dick Tracy film starring Warren Beatty, Madonna, and Al Pacino. NOTE: We mention a recording Leonard performed of the song "More," but he did not have it ready in time for episode release. We will release it separately upon its completion in the future. Thanks! Due to a last-minute recording platform change, there is no transcript available for this episode. Articles * The Comic Book Movie Peaked 30 Years Ago, With “Dick Tracy” (https://www.insidehook.com/article/movies/dick-tracy-1990-movie) * Dick Tracy was unlike any other movie made in 1990 — and any movie made today (https://www.vox.com/2015/6/17/8790397/dick-tracy-movie-25) * Dick Tracy: The Long Journey of the 1990 Blockbuster (https://www.denofgeek.com/movies/dick-tracy-long-journey-of-1990-blockbuster/) Support this show via Ko-fi! Just like Patreon, there are subscription tiers (with bonus content!) in addition to the ability to drop us a one-time donation. Every little bit helps us put out better quality content and keep the lights on, and gets a shout out in a future episode. Check out ko-fi.com/fireheartmedia (https://ko-fi.com/fireheartmedia) for the details! Don't forget to rate & review us on your podcasting platform of choice~ Jala Prendes - @jalachan (https://twitter.com/jalachan) The Level (https://thelevelpodcast.com/hosts/jala) Ko-fi (https://ko-fi.com/fireheartmedia) Leonard - @drfaustisdead (https://twitter.com/drfaustisdead), @UmbraNoxProd (https://twitter.com/UmbraNoxProd) Monster Dear Monster (https://monsterdear.monster) Adam Bucceri - @AdamBucceri (https://twitter.com/adambucceri) Half Tone Takes (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/halftone-takes/id1682165263) Itch.io (https://boocherry.itch.io/) Special Guests: Adam Bucceri and Leonard.
Jala is joined by Dennis Furia of Furia Games to discuss his card game, Deck of Wonders. Deck of Wonders is a solo (and co-op) legacy expandable card game where Fate herself has stacked the deck against you. It captures the feel of other popular Collectable Card Games, but in a solitaire format that evolves as you play! Both you and the Villain will draw from the same deck, meaning every card you include is a double-edged sword. Card sample image: Forest Troll (https://images.app.goo.gl/Q6ChnpMbMS5QuCdw8) Links: * Deck of Wonders (https://www.deckofwondersgame.com/) * Kickstarter (https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/dennisfuria/deck-of-wonders) * Forteller Audio (https://fortellergames.com/narrations/furia-games/deck-of-wonders) * Dueling Pianos Kickstarter Coming Soon! (https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/dennisfuria/dueling-pianos-a-versus-domino-game) Jala Prendes - @jalachan (https://twitter.com/jalachan) The Level (https://thelevelpodcast.com/hosts/jala) Dennis Furia - @DeckofWonders (https://twitter.com/Deck_of_Wonders) Deck of Wonders (https://www.deckofwondersgame.com/) The Level (https://thelevelpodcast.com/hosts/jala) Special Guest: Dennis Furia.
Jala is joined by Antonio and Raúl to explore their experiences as the children of immigrants to the United States. They discuss childhood, fitting in (or, more appropriately, NOT fitting in), not being "enough," the struggle to remain connected to their parents' cultures, and more. Articles * Why Do People Immigrate? (https://www.lirs.org/causes-of-immigration) * Caught Between Two Worlds: The Struggles of First Generation Americans (https://padua360.com/student-news/2019/10/02/caught-between-two-worlds-the-struggles-of-first-generation-americans/) * Study: Children of immigrants have advantage in academics, school engagement (https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2012/09/120911091507.htm) * Why the Children of Immigrants Are the Ones Getting Ahead in America (https://time.com/6182715/immigrants-children-us-mobility/) * To Be the Child of an Immigrant (https://mhanational.org/blog/be-child-immigrant) * There are also several books mentioned in the DEIB resources list (https://www.jalachan.com/articles/deib-list) from episode 3 that are worth checking out. Victualiv (https://victualiv.com/) vitamins are specially formulated for vegans, those curious about plant-based nutrition, and anyone in transition. They are the vitamins that both Jala and Dave use! Definitely check them out! Jala Prendes - @jalachan (https://twitter.com/jalachan) The Level (https://thelevelpodcast.com/hosts/jala) Antonio and Raúl are mysterious shadowy figures only visible out of the corner of your eye. Special Guests: Antonio and Raúl.
Jala is joined by Alex and Slade to discuss both Gaston Leroux's classic 1910 novel The Phantom of the Opera as well as Phantom by Susan Kay, a novel exploring Erik's past before he dominated the Paris Opera. The Phantom of the Opera by Gaston Leroux (https://www.gutenberg.org/files/175/175-h/175-h.htm) Phantom by Susan Kay (https://www.mediafire.com/file/52v6iv7e0ngio13/Phantom_by_Susan_Kay.pdf/file) Jala Prendes - @jalachan (https://twitter.com/jalachan) The Level (https://thelevelpodcast.com/hosts/jala) Alex Krieger - @Picklefactory (https://twitter.com/picklefactory) Slade Eide-Ettaro - @Saeide87 (https://twitter.com/Saeide87) DeviantArt (https://www.deviantart.com/slingblade87) Special Guests: Alex Krieger and Slade Eide-Ettaro.
Jala is joined by Briar and Zombi to talk about how gender identity affects everyone and why it is significant, as well as discussing how we engage with masculinity. This is a continuation of the performance of identity themes of prior topical episodes. NOTE: Briar was supposed to be on this episode but due to internet troubles, created a blog post instead for their part of the episode. Please be sure to check out their post here: Briar Engages With Masculinity (https://www.jalachan.com/articles/briar-masc)! Articles: * Exploring Gender and Gender Identity (https://www.coe.int/en/web/gender-matters/exploring-gender-and-gender-identity) * Gender Identity and Mental Health (https://headspace.org.au/assets/Uploads/Resource-library/Young-people/Gender-identity-and-mental-health-web.pdf) * The Role of Gender Affirmation in Psychological Well-Being Among Transgender Women (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5061456/) Referenced during the show: * Sticky Dilly Buns from Pixie Trix Comix (https://pixietrixcomix.com/sticky-dilly-buns) - The webcomic that helped Zombi realize they are gender fluid. * Sister Claire (https://www.sisterclaire.com/) - A webcomic with great queer, trans and poly representation, including the shapeshifting gender fluid bird witch that Zombi would like very much to be. * ALOK: The Urgent Need for Compassion (https://youtu.be/Tq3C9R8HNUQ) - YouTube podcast episode from Man Enough, with ALOK. This is a must watch! Jala Prendes - @jalachan (https://twitter.com/jalachan) The Level (https://thelevelpodcast.com/hosts/jala) Zombi - @zombilollipops (https://twitter.com/zombilollipops) Twitch (https://www.twitch.tv/zombiloli) Campsite (https://campsite.to/zombiloli) Briar - @13briars (https://twitter.com/13briars) Briar's Grove (https://twitter.com/BriarsGrove) Special Guests: Briar and Zombi.
Jala is joined by Dave (Monster Dear Monster) and Nick to discuss the 2003 Bollywood action/drama/romance/sci-fi movie Koi...Mil Gaya (I've Found Someone). This is a very memorable and fun if incredibly disjointed film about a developmentally disabled man who gets into Goonies-esque hijinks with a passel of little kid friends, summons an alien to Earth, faces off with a bully Space Jam style on the basketball court, has a brief stint as a superpowered Solid Snake in a Metal Gear-style action segment, finds love and, of course, turns into a fabulous dancer because this is Bollywood. Highly influenced by Steven Spielberg, this film has a lot of familiar beats to it while featuring a complexity Hollywood films of the era would never touch. Rohit Mehra, the main character, is one of Jala's absolute favorite characters in all of fiction. This movie is not currently streaming in the US, but is still easily available via used DVDs on online marketplaces such as eBay. Jala Prendes - @jalachan (https://twitter.com/jalachan) The Level (https://thelevelpodcast.com/hosts/jala) Nick (Moon) - @SSS_Moonborne (https://twitter.com/sss_moonborne) YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/ssstylishmoonborne) Dave Cox - @Sentionaut_Plus (https://twitter.com/Sentionaut_Plus), @mon_dmonster (https://twitter.com/mon_dmonster) Monster Dear Monster (https://monsterdear.monster) Special Guests: Dave Cox and Nick (Moon).
Jala is joined by Jamie and Marcus to talk about what gender is, and engaging with femininity; we talk about the dimensions of gender identity and how each of us came to understand our own gender. This is a continuation of the performance of identity themes of prior topical episodes. Articles: * What is Gender? (https://genderedinnovations.stanford.edu/terms/gender.html) * Femininity (Wikipedia) (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Femininity) * Empowering Femininity (https://msmagazine.com/2014/07/28/empowering-femininity/) Jala Prendes - @jalachan (https://twitter.com/jalachan) The Level (https://thelevelpodcast.com/hosts/jala) Jamie - Jamie is a denizen of the Jala-chan's Place Discord server. For more information about the server, shoot Jala a message. Marcus - @marcus_rasaan (http://twitter.com/marcus_rasaan) Instagram (http://instagram.com/marcus_rasaan) Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/RandomRain) Special Guests: Jamie and Marcus.
Jala is joined by Leonard (Monster Dear Monster) and Adam (Monster Dear Monster) to discuss the 1988 live-action/animated crossover film, Who Framed Roger Rabbit. The movie is based on the novel Who Censored Roger Rabbit? by Gary K. Wolf. Jala Prendes - @jalachan (https://twitter.com/jalachan) The Level (https://thelevelpodcast.com/hosts/jala) Leonard - @drfaustisdead (https://twitter.com/drfaustisdead), @UmbraNoxProd (https://twitter.com/UmbraNoxProd) Monster Dear Monster (https://monsterdear.monster) Adam Bucceri - @AdamBucceri (https://twitter.com/adambucceri) Monster Dear Monster (https://monsterdear.monster) Special Guests: Adam Bucceri and Leonard.
Jala is joined by Marcus and Briar to talk about intersectionality; we discuss gender as part of our intersecting identities. This is a continuation of both the DEIB and performance of identity themes of prior topical episodes. The Wheel of Power and Privilege (https://vpfinance-dev.sites.olt.ubc.ca/files/2021/03/Intersectionality.png) https://vpfinance-dev.sites.olt.ubc.ca/files/2021/03/Intersectionality.png Additional resources: Kimberlé Crenshaw's TedX Talk: The Urgency of Intersectionality (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=akOe5-UsQ2o) Intersectionality: What It Is and Why It Matters (https://vpfo.ubc.ca/2021/03/intersectionality-what-is-it-and-why-it-matters/) Kimberlé Crenshaw on Intersectionality, More Than Two Decades Later (https://www.law.columbia.edu/news/archive/kimberle-crenshaw-intersectionality-more-two-decades-later) Intersectionality, Explained (https://www.vox.com/the-highlight/2019/5/20/18542843/intersectionality-conservatism-law-race-gender-discrimination) 9 Activists Bringing Intersectionality to the Fight Against Oppression (https://www.globalcitizen.org/en/content/activists-intersectionality-equity-justice-social/) https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FaixvkVVQAAJEIl?format=jpg&name=small The "Don't @ Me" Addendum: * Briar mixed up Gundam Wing and G Gundam because "they get big dumb crushes on all the anime people." * The female bodybuilder Marcus forgot the name of is Lenda Murray. Jala Prendes - @jalachan (https://twitter.com/jalachan) The Level (https://thelevelpodcast.com/hosts/jala) Marcus - @marcus_rasaan (http://twitter.com/marcus_rasaan) Instagram (http://instagram.com/marcus_rasaan) Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/RandomRain) Briar - @13briars (https://twitter.com/13briars) Briar's Grove (https://twitter.com/BriarsGrove) Special Guests: Briar and Marcus.
Jala is joined by Tim and Lynda Cowles of D'Avekki Studios to discuss their secret origins as a murder mystery dinner party turned FMV video game developer, their August trilogy (The Infectious Madness of Dr. Dekker, The Shapeshifting Detective, and Dark Nights With Poe and Munro), and their upcoming game, Murderous Muses! Mentioned during this episode: * Murderous Muses (https://murderousmuses.com/), D'Avekki's upcoming title, is available now to wishlist on Steam (https://store.steampowered.com/app/1727270/Murderous_Muses/) and PlayStation Store (https://store.playstation.com/en-qa/concept/10004400)! * The August Trilogy: * The Infectious Madness of Dr. Dekker (http://www.doctordekker.com/) * The Shapeshifting Detective (https://www.walesinteractive.com/shapeshiftingdetective) * Dark Nights With Poe and Munro (https://poeandmunro.com/) * You can purchase D'Avekki's murder mystery dinner party games AND murder mystery date night games at The Murder Mystery Store (https://www.murdermysterystore.co.uk/)! Of specific note during the episode are the Flexi Party line which allows you to play even if someone can't make it, and Murderous Decisions, where each player gets to make decisions that alter the gameplay! * Shoutout to Mo's Memes (https://twitter.com/Mos_Memes) for all the lovely D'Avekki video game memes. Jala Prendes - @jalachan (https://twitter.com/jalachan) The Level (https://thelevelpodcast.com/hosts/jala) Tim Cowles - @letsfixitinpost (https://twitter.com/letsfixitinpost) Lynda Cowles - @lyndacowles (https://twitter.com/lyndacowles) D'Avekki Studios - @davekki (https://twitter.com/davekki) Website (https://davekki.com/) Special Guest: D'Avekki Studios.
Jala is joined by Simón Sotelo to discuss diversity and the next generation: how our decisions as parents, teachers, and community members impact children, and the importance of providing a full picture of society to them. We discuss and refer to White Kids by Margaret Hagerman (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07C5QWNJJ) throughout the episode and highly recommend it. Jala Prendes - @jalachan (https://twitter.com/jalachan) The Level (https://thelevelpodcast.com/hosts/jala) Simón Sotelo does not have a social media presence, but recommends that listeners take the time to look for organization(s) to get involved with in their local community. Special Guest: Simón Sotelo.
Jala is joined by Alex and Dave Cox (Monster Dear Monster) to discuss the short stories featuring Jeeves, written by P.G. Wodehouse. Jala's note: When discussing Wodehouse's naming conventions we neglected to point out that Bertie is Bertram Wooster from Worcestershire. Mentioned during the episode: * The World of Jeeves compilation can be found here (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B009PMBZGW/). * B.J. Harrison's reading of The P.G. Wodehouse Collection is currently unavailable. However, you can find various Jeeves stories read by this narrator here (https://www.audible.com/search?keywords=bj+harrison+jeeves&ref-override=a_hp_t1_header_search&k=bj+harrison+jeeves). You can also listen to his performance of Carry On, Jeeves via YouTube here (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p7W9_DM2o1k). Transcripts now available! Check out the episode page for the link. Jala Prendes - @jalachan (https://twitter.com/jalachan) The Level (https://thelevelpodcast.com/hosts/jala) Alex Krieger - @Picklefactory (https://twitter.com/picklefactory) Dave Cox - @Sentionaut_Plus (https://twitter.com/Sentionaut_Plus), @mon_dmonster (https://twitter.com/mon_dmonster) Monster Dear Monster (https://monsterdear.monster) Special Guests: Alex Krieger and Dave Cox.
Jala is joined by Seraph to discuss performance, identity, performative identity and gender identity. We cover theory as well as provide anecdotal examples of points raised, discussing different types of performance and aspects of identity as expressed in a variety of scenarios and environments. This is an introductory episode for a recurring topic. Jala Prendes - @jalachan (https://twitter.com/jalachan) The Level (https://thelevelpodcast.com/hosts/jala) Seraph - @seraphtheshapeshifter (https://www.instagram.com/seraphtheshapeshifter/) Special Guest: Seraph.
Jala is joined by John Hutchison and Slade Eide-Ettaro to discuss The Batman (2022). FOR THE RECORD, the Batnipple was freed in the Val Kilmer version BEFORE the George Clooney version (the nipples were more heavily emphasized in the Joel Schumacher film). Jala, Slade and John were ALL correct. We were remiss in that we neglected to mention the Batsnuggy™. At one point during the film Batman pulls out a wingsuit that for all the world resembles a Snuggy™ and jumps off a building. This moment consistently makes Jala burst into uproarious laughter. It is an accurate, researched depiction of wingsuiting but looks very silly to her. Although the scene is short, it lives on forever in our hearts. See a short clip behind the movie scene here (https://www.youtube.com/shorts/0fEqY-kFQ78). UPDATE: You can purchase a Batsnuggy™ on Amazon (https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B007RHGRVU/)! Thanks for the tip, Ryzana! NOTE: Fireheart Media does NOT endorse jumping off of buildings in this Snuggy™. Note: this episode is marked "explicit" as there is occasional cursing. Jala Prendes - @jalachan (https://twitter.com/jalachan) The Level (https://thelevelpodcast.com/hosts/jala) John Hutchison - @tethilus (https://twitter.com/tethilus) Slade Eide-Ettaro - @Saeide87 (https://twitter.com/Saeide87) DeviantArt (https://www.deviantart.com/slingblade87) Special Guests: John Hutchison and Slade Eide-Ettaro.
Jala is joined by Desirée Neyens to discuss Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging (DEIB): what it is, why it's important for everyone, how to approach it, what to do when you make a mistake, and more. This is an introductory episode for a recurring topic. Some of the resources mentioned in this episode: Harvard Implicit Bias Test (https://implicit.harvard.edu/implicit/takeatest.html) A series of tests related to a number of different biases. You can select a quiz based on what type of bias you would like to examine. DEIB Libguide (https://libguides.library.umkc.edu/DEI_Reading_List) Jala's personal favorite. This is a list of works ranging from textbooks to entertainment media which broach various DEIB topics. It is divided by subject matter so you can easily locate your topic of interest.
You can find the full list of resources on this blog post (https://www.jalachan.com/articles/deib-list). Jala Prendes - @jalachan (https://twitter.com/jalachan) The Level (https://thelevelpodcast.com/hosts/jala) Desirée Neyens - @dneyens (https://twitter.com/dneyens) Special Guest: Desirée Neyens.
Jala is joined by Kole Ross (Duckfeed.tv) and Dave Cox (Monster Dear Monster) to discuss the 2012 live-action Ace Attorney movie, based on the first installment in Capcom's popular visual novel video game series Phoenix Wright. Jala Prendes - @jalachan (https://twitter.com/jalachan) The Level (https://thelevelpodcast.com/hosts/jala) Kole Ross - @koleross (https://twitter.com/koleross), @DuckfeedTV (https://twitter.com/DuckfeedTV) Duckfeed.tv (http://duckfeed.tv), The Level (https://thelevelpodcast.com) Dave Cox - @Sentionaut_Plus (https://twitter.com/Sentionaut_Plus), @mon_dmonster (https://twitter.com/mon_dmonster) Monster Dear Monster (https://monsterdear.monster) Special Guests: Dave Cox and Kole Ross.
In this inaugural episode, Jala tells you a bit about who she is, goes over some programming notes, and tells you what's coming up next.