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Podcasting 101 from GMX 3

Live recording of the "Podcasting 101" panel at Geek Media Expo volume 3. "Do you have a unique point of view that you want to share with the rest of the world? Do you have an excellent idea for a podcast, but no idea where to start? The (demented) minds behind the Chainsaw Buffet podcast are here to answer your questions and guide you on your journey to master the art of the podcast."


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Non-Fiction for Geeks from GMX 3

Live recording of Dylan, John, and Charlie's "Non-Fiction for Geeks" panel at Geek Media Expo volume 3. "There's more to the printed page than boy wizards and sparkly vampires--there's also freaky economics and the science of thinking. The guys from the Chainsaw Buffet podcast host this discussion where you can geek out on books about history, economics, religion, and psychology."


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Anime Fans Give Back to Japan Retrospective

In anticipation of the launch of "Voices For Japan", John looks back at his experiences from working with Anime Fans Give Back to Japan.

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Voices For Japan: An Explaination

John takes a moment to explain the "Voices For Japan" project and its origins.

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Another "Anime Fans Give Back to Japan" Update: GIVEAWAYS!

You there! Yeah, you, the one who plans on contributing a much needed donation to help those who lost so much in the recent catastrophic events plaguing Japan. Thank you! And to show you exactly how appreciative we are, we're announcing that you are eligible for wonderful prizes! ...

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An "Anime Fans Give Back to Japan" Update

If you follow us on Twitter or Facebook, you probably already know about the Anime Fans Give Back to Japan podcast marathon this weekend to support victims of the March 10 earthquake and tsunami in Japan. As anime and manga fans, we want to give something back to the Japanese people in this time of need. So far, over $7,000 has been raised through GlobalGiving...

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Podcasting 101 Panel - GMX 2010

Video from the podcasting Q&A hosted by Dylan and John from Chainsaw Buffet and Gothic Gaara from Konoha Corner.


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One Heartfelt Wish

The Busboy lets out a cry to help to some of his favorite TV channels.

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Ode To Breakfast

The Busboy confesses his feelings to the makers of his favorite breakfast cereal.

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A Visitor's Guide to The Strip

Near the University of Tennessee in Knoxville, exists a length of road referred to as "The Strip." More often than not, it suffers a crippling douche bag/drunken slut infestation. This brief list will prepare you for what to expect should you ever find yourself visiting The Strip.

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Love in the Time of Fable II

The Maitre d' gets Fable II for Christmas and uses it as a place to play out all of his hangups and repression.

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What the Fuck Happened to the Future?

At one point in time, everyone predicted that by the end of the 21st century's first decade, we'd have a shiny new future of flying cars, personal jet-packs, and robotic servants. Instead, in 2009 we have a global economic meltdown and an internet full of porn. Where the fuck did we go wrong?

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Dear Retail Industry

The Maitre d' would like to have a word with you about the upcoming holiday season.

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The Great Cleric Quest: Part 1

The epic story of one man's attempt to create a Dungeons and Dragons themed costume for DragonCon 2008. Part one: the idea is conceived, the materials gathered, and people speculate on my ginormous shoe size.

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Election '08 Mad Libs

This is why America is f@#$ed.

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Bigfoot and the Epic Scientific Fail

Apparently this is what passes for science these days: a photo of a fursuit in a refrigerator and a big press conference announcing they're going to be doing some tests.

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The Chef Is A Snob

The Chef admits that he is, in fact, a snob. But it's not for the reasons you think.

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In Praise of Eliot Spitzer

The Chef expresses admiration for the man who has shown us what it truly means to be a public official: Eliot Spitzer.

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Yet Another Mass Effect Analysis

The Maitre d' weighs in on the complete misrepresentation of Mass Effect by Fox News... just like every other game-playing blogger on the 'net.

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Mission Statement

These are the voyages of the web site Chainsaw Buffet. Its mission: to seek out new thoughts and new condiments, to boldly write shit no one has written before.

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Vitamin C: the modern world's greatest placebo?

This article has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This website is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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Interstate 35 Revisited

Lookin' for God in all the wrong places.

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The Chef Is Not Feeling The Season

The Chef really isn't feeling the spirit of the holidays...but not for the reason you think.

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Broken Compasses and Fallen Gods

The Chef's Article of the Day takes on some people's reactions to The Golden Compass.

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Article of the Day: Dumbledore is What?

The Chef makes a commitment. No, not that kind of commitment. Instead, the Chef will be providing one article a day for your reading pleasure. His first topic? The surprising revelation that Dumbledore likes to go to Elton John concerts.

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Star Trek Goes Boldly Into the Final Frontier – Death!

The Chef explores the implications of a line of Star Trek-themed funerary products.

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