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And so another Super Bowl ends! Let’s talk about that among other topics this week on Afronerd Radio’s Mid Week in Review! Showtime starts this Wednesday at 8 p.m. eastern on the mighty BTalk 100 internet broadcasting network. Join your “friendly neighborhood” AFROnerdist hosts as they analyze the following scheduled topics: well….the aforementioned Super Bowl LVI definitely didn’t disappoint with a turnaround win for the LA Rams and higher viewer ratings-we give our impressions; and then, of course, there were the highly-anticipated commercials and half-time performances. Let’s talk about it!; The standout commercials or trailers, specifically were a fuller Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, Jordan Peele’s Nope, and Disney+’s upcoming Moon Knight streaming series:
Our newly anointed NYC Mayor, Eric Adams, has some interesting thoughts concerning drill music, its social media influence, and how the music might be tantamount to a threat to public safety;
“We pulled Trump off Twitter … yet we are allowing music displaying of guns, violence.”
— NYC Mayor Eric Adams (D), after his son sent him drill rap videos, says he will try to get the videos banned from social media. pic.twitter.com/ATGmhpi4Bo
— The Recount (@therecount) February 11, 2022
Dburt has been following HBO’s The Gilded Age series and has some interesting insights about the period drama unveiling the infrequently discussed chapter of Black History concerning 19th-century NYC Black elite:
And lastly, our thoughts about the Tina Knowles produced documentary, Profiled: The Black Man and Showtime’s Everything’s Gonna Be All White docuseries.
One thing that Dburt is doing (finally) is investing in cryptocurrency, courtesy of Roundlyx. We would implore our followers to investigate, discern and then explore by using our referral code: afro-87A4BF
Call us LIVE at 508-645-0100. AFTER CLICKING ON THE HIGHLIGHTED LINK, GO DIRECTLY TO AFRONERD RADIO!!!
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Afronerd Radio can now be heard LIVE courtesy of Apple Music/Itunes
And so another Super Bowl ends! Let's talk about that among other topics this week on Afronerd Radio's Mid Week in Review! Showtime starts this Wednesday at 8 p.m. eastern on the mighty BTalk 100 internet broadcasting network. Join your "friendly neighborhood" AFROnerdist hosts as they analyze the following scheduled topics: well....the aforementioned Super Bowl LVI definitely didn't disappoint with a turnaround win for the LA Rams and higher viewer ratings-we give our impressions; and then, of course, there were the highly-anticipated commercials and half-time performances. Let's talk about it!; The standout commercials or trailers, specifically were a fuller Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, Jordan Peele's Nope, and Disney+'s upcoming Moon Knight streaming series:
Our newly anointed NYC Mayor, Eric Adams, has some interesting thoughts concerning drill music, its social media influence, and how the music might be tantamount to a threat to public safety;
“We pulled Trump off Twitter … yet we are allowing music displaying of guns, violence.”
— The Recount (@therecount) February 11, 2022
— NYC Mayor Eric Adams (D), after his son sent him drill rap videos, says he will try to get the videos banned from social media. pic.twitter.com/ATGmhpi4Bo
Dburt has been following HBO's The Gilded Age series and has some interesting insights about the period drama unveiling the infrequently discussed chapter of Black History concerning 19th-century NYC Black elite:
And lastly, our thoughts about the Tina Knowles produced documentary, Profiled: The Black Man and Showtime's Everything's Gonna Be All White docuseries.
One thing that Dburt is doing (finally) is investing in cryptocurrency, courtesy of Roundlyx. We would implore our followers to investigate, discern and then explore by using our referral code: afro-87A4BF
Call us LIVE at 508-645-0100. AFTER CLICKING ON THE HIGHLIGHTED LINK, GO DIRECTLY TO AFRONERD RADIO!!!
Also, Afronerd Radio's podcast format can be heard via BTalk 100 Pandora, Spotify and, IHeartRadio....more formats to follow!
With the emergence of NFTs , Cryptocurrency and Metaverses, Joe Hunting’s documentary We Met in Virtual Reality has found the perfect time to be relevant. VRchat originally released in 2014 via Microsoft Windows application, is both the subject and platform Hunting used to shoot the documentary. VRchat is a virtual world in which users can create 3D avatars and interact with each other. While marveling at the ability to film and conduct interviews in such a space it can be a bit confusing for those not used to the platform.
The 90-minute documentary opens up with a group of avatars learning how to drive in the virtual space. While this provided quite the laugh, it did set expectations on how this documentary might present itself going forward. Conversations are happening simultaneously at times making for a confusing experience for the viewer. Hunting, however, strikes up a balance with one on one interviews to keep the viewers engaged.
We Met in Virtual Reality follows a group of users in avatar form for the entirety of the film. Two couples, DustBunny & Toaster and DragonHeart & IsYourBoi takes us through building relationships within a virtual space. Toaster was mute for two years but finding the virtual space helped him let go of his anxiety and began to talk again. Toaster jokes that after meeting DustBunny he can’t stop talking. The couple have meet once in the real world but due to Covid restricts of their countries they had only been able to meet that one time. During covid the VRChat allowed the couple to blossom their relationship and grow extremely close , a chance they wouldn’t have in the real world.
DragonHeart and IsYourBoi are also navigating a long-distance relationship that thrived during covid via the VRChat space. The viewer was allowed to witness an engagement ceremony between the two , where they affirmed their commitment to each other in both VRChat and the real world.
The documentary isn’t all rose-colored glasses. It dives deep into some of the reasons why people turn to VRChat. From battling addiction, to mental health issues, to suicide attempts this documentary does a great job of showing some of the relief these communities can provide to those that need it. Several times it is mentioned that there are no expectations put on you in the VR space as in the real world. You are free to be whoever you want with no judgement. The current state of society being extremely judgmental via social media one can see the draw this type of community would have to a lot of people
One of the main users the documentary focuses on is Jenny who is an ASL teacher. With the help of user Ray_Is_Deaf , Jenny was able to adapt her ASL teaching to the virtual space. Jenny takes us through how she instructions people in the virtual space and some of the complications due to VR equipment when it comes to signing. Jenny gives the viewer great insight into what this space means for others. She translates a ceremony Ray_Is_Deaf participates in honoring his brother who sadly took his own life. Ray_Is_Deaf used VRChat and the community to help facilitate the healing process.
Though We Met in Virtual Reality starts out as corky and cute it really does address the reasons why people turn to the VR space and why it is so necessary for some. With the lack of adequate of mental health care in multiple countries, it is always nice to see any outlet that people can use to help them in their time of need. For some the VR space is just good fun. While Joe Hunting’s documentary can be a bit confusing at times, the overall message comes screaming through and it is one to invest your time in.
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Go fast (at scale) with this list of remote control cars for kids!
There are few toys more classic than remote control cars for kids. Coming in all shapes and sizes, from palm of your hand to big enough to hold a child; there are so many ways to play! Boy or girl, young or old, who doesn’t want to pick up an RC controller and turn your living room, sidewalk, or backyard into an instant racetrack? Well, with this list of crazy cool cars, any kid—or kid at heart—can get their motor running! So, if you’re ready to get racing, read on! It’s time to drain batteries, burn rubber, and check out our list of the top remote control cars for kids.
Hey, real quick, if your kid’s into cool gadgets and electronic gear, pop on over to our article about the top toy weapons and gadgets to bring out your kid’s inner secret agent!
Now then, get ready… get set… gooooooo!
We’ll start with this sturdy stunt car. With its vacuum tires which can flip and spin at your command, this car can tackle almost any terrain. Chargeable via USB, highly durable, and capable of pulling off cool stunts, even in the hands of younger kids, this is a solid RC car for any skill level.
If you’re looking for remote control cars for kids that are sturdy, fast, and feminine, this Pixie Cruiser is ready to rip up the road and look good doing it. It has a top speed of five miles an hour and a forty-five-minute runtime. Perfect for rubber-burning, road-racing action. Sidewalk or asphalt, this is a solid and dependable RC car.
Buildables never go out of style. First, this Ferrari is no matchbox car. Instead, its Lego-inspired design makes it intuitive to build. Further, this three-hundred-and-six-piece set will be a substantial project for any builder, young or old, to dig into. Finally, its cool red race car look is a timeless classic.
If you’re looking for a project with more customization, then look no further. First off, this set comes with sixteen different configurations. Race car, go-kart, or tank, it’s up to you and your little builder what form your vehicle takes. Not to mention, it’s fully Lego compatible, so, it’s easy to add more bricks later. As a result, this truly is an RC for the creative or hands-on type.
Want more ways to infuse a love of science into your kids? Check out our list of the best science toys for kids by age!
Building is all well and good, but sometimes kids—and even adults—want something simple and strong. That means, if you’re looking for rock crawling, collision enduring, shock-absorbing power, then you’re looking for a monster truck. First, this beast has four-wheel drive. Secondly, it can tackle slopes up to 45 degrees without issue. So, when you or your little one just wants to let loose, this truck will more than deliver.
However, let’s say that 45 degrees aren’t enough. Maybe your kid is constantly bouncing off the walls or swinging from the chandelier. Certainly, that’s no problem for this wall climbing car. With its powerful vacuum, driving on the walls is easy as driving on the floor. In addition, this bad boy can even fully defy gravity by driving on the ceiling. In short, no more tripping over your child’s toys!
Gesture Control Omnidirectional Jeep
Time to go beyond the home’s four walls. First, this drift-wheel RC Jeep, with its omnidirectional Mecanum wheels, is highly responsive on any terrain. Second, it has a top speed of 15 kilometers per hour and an aluminum alloy body that can stand up to the occasional wipeout. Finally, this jeep also has the option for gesture controls, letting adults live out their Power Glove fantasies. “I love it. It’s so bad.”
On the other hand, perhaps, your kid is still a young’n, and you need to start simpler. Well, this transforming Batmobile by Fisher Price is perfect for any budding RC enthusiasts and/or crimefighters in the family. In addition to being an RC car, it also transforms, letting you shoot disks at baddies in order to bring them to justice. Batman always did have the most wonderful toys!
Love DC Comics? Well, grapple hook your way over to our list of the best Batman and other DC multiverse toys!
Pink and powerful, this Jeep Wrangler RC car won’t let anything stand in its way. The perfect blend of cute and cool, it knows how to shine. Best of all, it fits any Barbie-sized doll, for even more glamorous fun! In short, the Girlmazing RC packs an all-terrain experience into a delightfully bright package.
Outside isn’t all dirt, rocks, and grass. If you want aquatic fun, RC cars can’t help you, so, you need to buy a RC boat… or do you? Blow boats away and dodge rubber duckies with this amphibious RC car. It’s fully capable of transitioning from ground to water and back again. In conclusion, it’s perfect for a pool party or a day at the beach.
Minnie Mouse Happy Helper’s Van
Not all remote control cars for kids need to be all-out speed machines or rely on fancy gimmicks. Sometimes all you want is a mellow, fun, relaxing drive. Well, who’s a better companion for that than Minnie Mouse and Daisy Duck? This super cute van comes with a wearable remote which is easy to operate and perfect for a sweet and sunshiny playtime.
However, maybe Minnie isn’t your speed. In that case, how about the Mandalorian? This miniature Razor Crest will let your little one explore a galaxy far, far away. So, whether you’re a long-time Star Wars fan or trying to introduce your youngling to the space opera epic, this RC will let you chase down any bounty.
Need more Star Wars? Make jump the lightspeed and head over to our list of the best Star Wars toys for kids by age!
When it comes to kart racing, no one beats the brothers! Well, now one of Mushroom kingdom’s finest can come race in the real world. This Luigi RC kart can still keep up with the best and will be a must-have for any gamer, young or old. This listing has loads of other options to choose from if the Bro in green isn’t your fave. Blue Shells and other power-ups not included.
Sometimes it’s nice to have something just for yourself. Well, this RC comes personalized, also making it a perfect gift. In addition, this comes in various models, from Audi and Bugatti to Porsche and Range Rover. Whether for a kids’ toy to make an impression on the RC fan in your life, you can’t go wrong with this truly unique RC car.
Doesn’t everyone deserve a taste of luxury? Well, now your kiddo can cruise around in this kid-sized remote-control Lambo. It comes with a built-in MP4 player, soft leather seats, and a separate remote for parents to ensure they remain in complete control. The remote also has an emergency stop button, just in case your little speed demon tries to audition for the next Fast and Furious movie. Seriously, this car is the epitome of cool.
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Written by: Kailynn Johnson
On Sunday, February 13, we gathered around our favorite streaming devices to watch what was believed would be one of the most explosive match-ups of 2022.
Sides had been chosen, and many had hoped that their chosen player would reign supreme.
The face-off in question wouldn’t have the setting of a football field accompanied by a halftime show, however. This match-up would be set in one of the most cutthroat and brutal places out there.
High school.
A new episode of HBO Max’s Euphoria was set to air at 9 p.m., and we were all waiting to see what was anticipated as the culmination of the Maddy Perez (Alexa Demie) vs Cassie Howard (Sydney Sweeney) drama.
In the week prior, an on-the-run Rue Bennett (Zendaya) had exposed one of the biggest secrets this season during a drug intervention. Cassie had been sleeping with her then best friend’s ex-boyfriend, Nate Jacobs (Jacob Elordi).
The tension around this episode was intense, and a showdown seemed inevitable. After all, a Twitter user pointed out that for Episode 6, Maddy wasn’t wearing any nails.
Y’all notice in the trailer for episode 6 maddy aint got no nails on
— NANAS WIT THE ILL NANApic.twitter.com/0XJXbaLGvM
(@nanasofficiall) February 8, 2022
Such a keen eye is needed for a Euphoria stan. How else would you know that Rue’s signature crimson hoodie was worn by her dad? Or that Labrinth’s “All For Us” was used throughout the show’s first season to artistically narrate Rue’s drug addiction?
Fan theories are nothing new, and neither is the anticipation for a new installment in our favorite TV sagas. On November 21, 1980, 350 million people tuned in to the hit television drama Dallas to solve the mystery of one of the most historic cliffhangers in TV history: Who shot J.R.? Fans had eight months to comb through theories, using remnants from reruns to try to piece together answers.
The phenomena of social media apps have made this guessing game a little more fun, giving us the opportunity to digitally connect with other fans to see how their theories line up with ours. One user will have picked up a tiny detail in a character’s room, while another would spend hours analyzing Maddy’s body language in the hot tub weeks before. Everyone wanted answers, and this seemed like the perfect way to put our AP kid skills to the test.
So when we dimmed our lights and opened the HBO Max app, it seemed like a girl fight was inevitable. Not only had someone created a mock Super Bowl flyer featuring Maddy and Cassie, but after a week of circulating fan theories, this seemed to be the only logical move.
Then, it didn’t happen.
It seems as if we were collectively let down after clinging on to the meticulous calculations of our fellow Euphoria fans.
And while everything seemed to fit together so perfectly, there was no time to waste over a wrong prediction. There are now four more episodes in this season, meaning there’s still time for our showdown prediction, amongst others, to come true.
And yes, there are many.
In what has cemented itself as one of the most explosive episodes so far, Season 2: Episode 5, also leaves us wondering more about one of the scariest women in the Euphoria universe, Laurie. Several dark rumors loom around Rue’s experience with the drug lord, after having her stash flushed down the toilet. It’s still a waiting game, but fan theories tend to get more complex the longer they go unanswered. Next week’s episode promises to address another major plot point, the play with Lexi Howard (Maude Apatow).
To viewers, it seemed as if Lexi’s play had gotten lost behind likes of the Rue, Elliott, and Jules’ love triangle and the explosive Cal Jacob (Eric Dane) episode. However, with a trailer including a healthy mix of draw drops and audible gasps, we can guess that major bombs will be dropped in this high school production.
Lexi has become a fan favorite in this episode, with many not only excited to see her directorial debut but also to see if she ends up with the loveable drug dealer Fezco.
Shortly after the season premiere, fans were already shipping “#Fexi,” with fans hoping that as an additional episode drops, we get closer to closer to the two finally being together.
However there’s no dominant conspiracy theories that keep this fandom going, nor are there any easter eggs (yet) that indicate their fate. In fact, this demonstrates another aspect of Euphoria fandom that many can appreciate, and it’s the idea of rooting for your favorite character.
Underneath a tweet that predicts the fallout of Lexi’s play to be synonymous with that of Regina George after printing out the Burn Book, a user picked up on the fact that Rue looked like she was clean, which was accompanied by a meme of a dog and a user smiling. Underneath this tweet, you’ll find many more users sharing their excitement that Rue seems to be committing to sobriety.
Lexi’s play about to be a mess but Rue looking clean
— A (@_freezetxt) February 14, 2022#Euphoria pic.twitter.com/eAVGbebymX
There also seems to be a collective backing for Maddy as she continues to deal with abuse from Nate, while also dealing with betrayal from her best friend. Others are keeping their fingers crossed for more screen time for Kat, the show’s only plus-size female character.
Fans may have found a place for us to cultivate our fan theories, but it’s also a way for us to voice our hopes for our favorite characters and to share our excitement when they experience positive character development.
While your main hope for the show may be for Rue to become a part of the 5% or to finally see Lexi and Fez together, you can guarantee there’s a fan theory or hive of hope that helps fuel your curiosity until next Sunday.
Euphoria airs Sunday nights at 9pm ET on HBO and HBO Max.