December 16 2014

Jack Attack Tuesday – Black Mirror and Another Trip to the Motherland

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Jack Attack Tuesday

Black Mirror and

Another Trip to the Motherland

As always happens, I’ve been floored by a new BingeCast recommendation. Black Mirror is one of the most fresh new shows I’ve seen in a long time. I don’t really consider the bad side of technology much at all. Hell, I’m studying to work in the industry and I constantly advocate for more and better ways to utilize current technologies. Black Mirror has me second guessing that line of thought. I’ve gotta say, after having gotten through the first series, episode 1 was probably the most affecting of the bunch thus far. I love the moral confusion put on display by the Prime Minister, his staff and the country at large in response to what happens. Episode 2, dealing with some sort of dystopian prison/work house was also really fantastic storytelling, even if I felt like the end was a little convenient. Episode 3 was fantastic, showing a concept that on its own could be its own series. All in all, a great series that I’m thoroughly enjoying, high marks so far.

Yes, that’s right, once again we run the AFC East. It’s always great to go to a game, but it’s much sweeter when, given a shitty first half, our boys come out and beat the fuck out of our opponent. It’s that much better when it’s a divisional rival, especially one that rather consistently has our number in their own house. Condolences for crushing Dolphins fans playoff hopes for the year, but it’s Gillette fucking Stadium. If we lose there, it’s a fluke. Doesn’t matter how it gets done, if Brady throws 4 TDs or the ground game gets unleashed. I will say, though, Brandon Browner is pissing me right the fuck off. The guy draws a flag from farting in the direction of a ref and I think at this point they’re just sending him a message. I’m ont arguing that he didn’t commit those penalties, but he has to be smarter going forward. Also, Gronk catch ball, Gronk score, pants dropped. All in a great Sunday, wouldn’t trade it for anything.

Almost through the December insanity, I’m a little over a week away from being done with it for the year. This time of year is taxing for everyone, but combine final exams with the entire weight of a small business in its busiest week of the year and you get the idea. Keep an eye out soon for my Year in Review article, and as always, Binge On!

September 2 2014

Jack Attack Tuesday – Borderlands 2, Parks and Rec, The Wire, Patriots Football and Jim Lawlapalooza Reflections (From the Outside)

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Jack Attack Tuesday – 9/2/14

Borderlands 2, Parks and Rec, The Wire, Patriots Football and

Jim Lawlapalooza Reflections (From the Outside)

Have I mentioned that Steam is, literally, the greatest thing ever done for video games? Well it is, and one of the amazing byproducts of my revitalized love of PC gaming is revisiting games that I initially may have rushed through. Case-in-point: Borderlands 2. I don’t know how, but my first play-through of this game left me wanting a lot more. I think that was probably due to the fact that, because my brothers aren’t into the games I am I was playing solely by myself. What a mistake, as multiplayer Borderlands 2 is like a completely different game. It’s incredible how high the replay value becomes once you have three other people participating in the mayhem. Again, if you’re on steam, hit me up and let’s play.

I’m happy to report I’ve officially jumped on the Parks and Rec bandwagon. I added the Swanson Pyramid of Greatness to this article because it is literally the moment in this show where I finally got it. The comedy here is solid, layered and full of good characters. I’m now on season 3 and the inclusion of Rob Lowe and Adam Scott is really enjoyable, particularly Rob Lowe, whose comedic chops are on full display here. Once again, glad I stuck it out for this one as it’s becoming a staple in the house.

For those of you keeping track at home, I’m rounding out season 2 of The Wire in prep for our upcoming commentaries. I said it on the BingeCast earlier and I’ll say it here again; give season 2 a break. David Simon went in a totally new direction and gave viewers something radically different than anything done on TV before or since, but that’s far from a bad thing. Frank Sobotka is a great character and provides a strong connection to the normal working class in Baltimore, something very important to the overall journey of the series. I’m actually looking forward to the season 2 commentaries more than season 1, call me crazy.

I can’t believe football is finally here. I’m so ready for this season I can’t stand it, and at 1:00pm this Sunday my ass will be planted firmly in front of a gigantic TV, hopefully with a nice brew and some great company. I’m over the moon for my boys’ roster this year, and the (surprise) announcement that Gronk is good to go for game 1. While Gronk seems to be the lynchpin for the offense in the eyes of many analysts, I try to remember that last year, with a core of rookie receivers and a decimated defense, the Pats still made it all the way to the AFC Championship Game. The consistency of this team is, at this moment, unrivaled across the league, and I’m ecstatic because of that. I’m also glad that Jimmy Garoppolo is getting the backup job this year behind Brady, as I’ve never been too impressed with Ryan Mallett’s production whatsoever. Garoppolo already looks like he understands the mechanics and timing of a football game better than Mallett ever did. I’m not saying the kid is the next Aaron Rodgers, but he looks solid and willing to learn, two traits that made Tommy Touchdown the champ he is today. I’m calling it now, AT LEAST 14-2 this season.

I wanted to take a minute to acknowledge this past weekend’s Jim Lawlapalooza. First of all, thank you gents for the call during the show, it was great to be there in spirit. Second of all, and to all my fellow BingeFans/Staff, how fucking FUN did that look/sound? I’m there next year, by hook or by crook, no doubt. Here’s hoping the boys come out to New York so we can go get drunk outside the New York Public Library and quote Ghostbusters lines. Check back later this week for our daily blogs and a new Strain commentary (which kicked major ass this week!). Binge on!

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