Best Interval Presents Podcasts (2025)

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S6 E201 Back To The Future: Unhinged (Nov 2025) 28:42

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We're beginning Season 6 with one of the best machinima-animated shorts we've ever seen (probably)! 🎥 Back to the Future UNHINGED, Machinima Film Made in Blender In this episode of The Completely Machinima Podcast, hosts Phil Rice, Damien Valentine, and Tracy Harwood review “Back to the Future Unhinged”, a viral machinima short film by Landon’s Ani…

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Maker Series E5: Ricky's Wonderful World of Sound - Footsteps 3:42

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🎬 Ricky’s Wonderful World of Sound – Footsteps In episode 5 of our Maker Series, Ricky Grove explores the often-overlooked power of footstep sound design — and how something as simple as a single step can define mood, build tension, and reveal character. 👣 What You’ll Learn: How footstep sounds convey location, emotion, and suspense in film. Why fo…

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Maker Series E4: Ricky's Wonderful World of Sound - Monsters 3:06

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🎃 Halloween Special | Ricky’s Wonderful World of Sounds: MONSTERS! 👹 This Halloween, step into the dark side of Ricky’s Wonderful World of Sounds — where we explore the terrifying art of monster sound design! 🧟‍♂️ What do monsters really sound like? From the primal screeches that haunted early humans to the eerie, unearthly noises that send chills …

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Maker Series E3: Phil's Music Notes - [Horror] Intervals 4:45

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🕯️ Maker Series: Phil’s Music Notes – [Horror] Intervals 👻 🎃 A pre-Halloween special exploring the dark side of sound. At its core, music is a game of intervals — the spaces between notes that define every melody, every emotion. Even without musical training, we instinctively recognize the cheerful sound of a major chord or the melancholy of a mino…

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Maker Series E2: Ricky's Wonderful World of Sound - Frequency 6:39

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How do you make virtual worlds sound real? 🎧 In this episode of Ricky’s Wonderful World of Sound, Ricky Grove reveals the secrets of sound frequency—the subtle audio magic that transforms machinima and 3D game-engine films into unforgettable experiences. Perfect for filmmakers, animators, and sound lovers alike. 🎬 Ricky’s Wonderful World of Sound –…

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Maker Series: E1 Ricky's Wonderful World of Sound - Ambience 3:57

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How do you make virtual worlds sound real? 🎧 In this episode of Ricky’s Wonderful World of Sound, Ricky Grove reveals the secrets of ambient sound—the subtle audio magic that transforms machinima and 3D game-engine films into unforgettable experiences. Perfect for filmmakers, animators, and sound lovers alike. 🎬 Ricky’s Wonderful World of Sound – E…

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1_Overview (Video) 32:58

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This episode provides a comprehensive introduction to statistical concepts and how they relate to social science research. Professor Fulton discusses the course objectives which include teaching listeners to gather, describe, analyze, and interpret data. The episode highlights the selection of an intuitive textbook designed to make the learning pro…

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2_Collecting Data and Sampling (Video) 44:42

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In this episode of "Collecting Data and Sampling," the complexities of sampling in research are explored, drawing an intriguing parallel to casual weekend trips to Costco for free samples. This analogy sets the stage for a deeper discussion on the statistical methods and challenges involved in sampling populations for research purposes. The intrica…

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1_Overview 32:58

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This episode provides a comprehensive introduction to statistical concepts and how they relate to social science research. Professor Fulton discusses the course objectives which include teaching listeners to gather, describe, analyze, and interpret data. The episode highlights the selection of an intuitive textbook designed to make the learning pro…

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2_Collecting Data and Sampling 44:42

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In this episode of "Collecting Data and Sampling," the complexities of sampling in research are explored, drawing an intriguing parallel to casual weekend trips to Costco for free samples. This analogy sets the stage for a deeper discussion on the statistical methods and challenges involved in sampling populations for research purposes. The intrica…

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3_Experiments and Observations 55:46

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Dive into the intriguing world of social statistics with our latest podcast episode, "Experiments and Observations," where we unravel how variables from the General Social Survey (GSS) can shape our understanding of societal behaviors and beliefs. Join our hosts as they explore fascinating variables such as LAW1, which probes experiences with robbe…

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4_Variables 50:59

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In this episode of the podcast titled "Variables," we delve into the intriguing world of statistics and sociology, exploring how different variables can profoundly influence our understanding of societal trends and behaviors. The discussion kicks off by examining the relationship between air pollution and the proportion of paved versus grassy groun…

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5_Distributions and Relationships 43:46

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In this insightful episode of "Distributions and Relationships," listeners are guided through essential statistical concepts crucial for academic assessments and research. The discussion emphasizes the importance of precisely addressing questions as posed in assignments and exams, stressing that exceeding or misinterpreting questions can detract fr…

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6_Confidence Intervals (Part 1 of 2) 49:09

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Join us for the opening episode of our two-part series on "Confidence Intervals" in this enlightening podcast episode. We explore the fundamental concepts of statistical inference, using real-life examples like the correlation between smoking and health to illustrate negative correlations in data analysis. This episode provides a thorough explanati…

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7_Confidence Intervals (Part 2 of 2) 44:20

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In this episode of our podcast, we delve deeper into the concept of “Confidence Intervals,” focusing on how statistical inference can help us estimate population parameters based on sample data. Building on the foundation laid in part one, we explore the roles of population parameters like mean and proportion, and how they can be estimated using sa…

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8_Hypothesis Testing (Part 1 of 3) 40:58

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Welcome to the first episode of our three-part series on “Hypothesis Testing”. This episode dives into the complexities of hypothesis testing, an essential aspect of statistical analysis, through a live classroom setting. We witness a dynamic teaching session where students engage with challenging concepts like hypothesis formulation, sample statis…

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9_Hypothesis Testing (Part 2 of 3) 40:44

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In this enlightening episode of our educational podcast, we continue our exploration into the fundamental aspects of statistics with the second segment in our three-part series on "Hypothesis Testing." Our host expertly navigates through the complexities of hypothesis testing in statistics, focusing on the essential question: What is the probabilit…

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10_Hypothesis Testing (Part 3 of 3) 34:59

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In this engaging final episode of our three-part series on “Hypothesis Testing,” we delve into the intricate world of statistical significance, sample sizes, and hypothesis testing errors. Our host, alongside guest statisticians, breaks down complex concepts into understandable segments, focusing on how different sample statistics like means and pr…

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11_Review #1 34:46

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In this episode, Professor Fulton begins by clarifying the key elements that define a distribution: shape, center, and spread. Highlighting how these elements can significantly inform our understanding of data without delving into complex numerical details, the discussion progresses to more specific statistical methods, such as random sampling and …

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12_Normal Distributions 45:25

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In this episode of our podcast, we delve into the essentials of "Normal Distributions," a fundamental concept in statistics that influences various aspects of data analysis. We start by discussing the performance on a recent exam, highlighting how understanding early lessons forms the foundation for more complex topics. The focus then shifts to qua…

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13_Inference for Categorical Variables (Part 1 of 2) 41:17

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In this enlightening first episode of our two-part series on "Inference for Categorical Variables," we delve into essential statistical methods for analyzing categorical data. This discussion centers on foundational concepts such as sample statistics, standard errors, significance levels, and their pivotal roles in hypothesis testing. Through pract…

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14_Inference for Categorical Variables (Part 2 of 2) 38:45

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In the concluding segment of our series on “Inference for Categorical Variables”, we delve into the intricate details of statistical analysis with a focus on correlation and differences in proportions. This episode is packed with valuable insights for anyone keen on deciphering how to interpret correlation values, particularly their direction, magn…

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15_Inference for Quantitative Variables (Part 1 of 2) 45:01

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In this episode, titled "Inference for Quantitative Variables," we embark on the first segment of a two-part series dedicated to demystifying statistical analysis. Our discussion dives into hypothesis testing and confidence intervals through a practical examination of the General Social Survey (GSS) data. We focus on comparing educational achieveme…

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16_Inference for Quantitative Variables (Part 2 of 2) 38:31

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In the concluding segment of our two-part series on “Inference for Quantitative Variables”, this episode dives into the finer details of the normal distribution. Building on our exploration of sample means, we shift our attention to differences in means and correlations. The discussion methodically unpacks the calculation of standard error when com…

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17_Chi Square Tests 40:01

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In this episode of the podcast, we delve into the world of statistics with a detailed discussion on “Chi Square Tests”. Our conversation begins by exploring how categorical variables like happiness can be quantitatively analyzed through statistical methods. We discuss the concept of ordered categorical variables, using happiness as a case study to …

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18_Understanding ANOVA: Exploring Variance Analysis in Statistical Inference 40:16

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In this episode of our podcast, we delve into the intricate world of “ANOVA (Analysis of Variance),” a cornerstone statistical method used for discerning differences between group means across multiple categories. Our expert demystifies the math behind comparing variances within and between groups, offering a step-by-step explanation that caters to…

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19_Multiple Comparisons: Delving Deeper with ANOVA 31:47

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Dive into the intricacies of statistical analysis in this episode of "Multiple Comparisons," where we explore the process of ANOVA (Analysis of Variance) and its application to multiple comparisons in academic fields. Following our previous discussion on ANOVA basics, today we focus on identifying specific group differences after establishing that …

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20_Simple Linear Regression (Part 1 of 2) 52:05

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In this episode of our podcast, we delve into the essentials of “Simple Linear Regression,” a cornerstone analytical technique in both statistics and sociology. In this episode our focus is on understanding and applying mathematical models to predict outcomes based on given data. Today, we're specifically tackling the linear model, which assumes a …

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21_Simple Linear Regression (Part 2 of 2) 44:43

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In this concluding episode of our two-part series on “Simple Linear Regression,” we dive deeper into the intricacies of building and interpreting linear regression models. As the final lecture before the exam, our host emphasizes the importance of proper interpretation of regression results, distinguishing between sample and population models, and …

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22_Review #2 29:48

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In this episode, Professor Fulton reviews the statistical methods of calculating confidence intervals and hypothesis tests, exploring the vital role of the standard error in these processes. As we break down complex statistical terms and methods, we also introduce three different techniques for estimating standard error, including bootstrap simulat…

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23_Multiple Regression (Part 1 of 2) 33:16

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Dive deep into the world of statistical analysis with this enlightening episode of our educational podcast, where we explore the intricacies of “Multiple Regression.” Building on our previous discussions on simple linear regression, this episode delves into scenarios involving multiple predictors to understand complex relationships between variable…

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24_Multiple Regression (Part 2 of 2) 38:10

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In the concluding part of our two-part series on “Multiple Regression,” we dive deep into the practical challenges of applying statistical theories to social research. This episode focuses on the intricacies of constructing hypotheses, selecting variables, and the importance of a solid theoretical foundation. Listeners will gain insights into the s…

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S5 E200 Finale E200 Part B Our Predictions for 2026 37:40

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This week, we continue our discussion, reflecting on Season 5 and our predictions for 2026.... yep, sure is a lot going on in the world of #machinima! Do add your own thoughts into the comments (on our show notes). 1:01 Our predictions for 2026 1:10 Tracy’s thoughts! 4:26 A quick interjection on the Minecraft short we reviewed 6:47 Damien’s views a…

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S5 E200 Part A Our Year in Reflection 2025 50:49

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In this first part of our 200th episode of Completely Machinima Podcast, Ricky highlights ⁨@NeuralViz⁩ AI-driven films as a significant advancement, while Phil praised the fast-paced, subtle social commentary. We discuss legal developments affecting AI use, such as Warner Brothers suing Midjourney. The success of Blender's "Flow" at the Oscars is n…

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S5 E199 Unreal: Reflekt (Sept 2025) 40:35

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This is our final film pick for Season 5, and it stimulates quite a discussion. The film is a concept test of tools and techniques, but the story and aesthetic is less inspiring. Check out our thoughts and do add your own comments below. 1:47 Introduction to Reflekt by @derunique 4:00 Anachronistically broken 10:25 Gelling the story? 11:54 The aest…

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S5 E198 RDRD John Wick (Sept 2025) 15:41

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This week's film selectiion is a technical masterpiece, made in RDR2. It is both an homage to the game and the film. John Wick's Red Dead Redemption is made by eli_handle_b.wav, and is worth every second of your time watching it! 1:49 Introduction to film, editing quality, compositing and matching RDR2 to John Wick – technically outstanding! 4:11 H…

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S5 E197 Minecraft: Kid Flash (Sept 2025) 24:37

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A DC inspired short made with love and artful skill, this week's pick is also an homage to the creative talent of a young creator now sadly passed. Despite us not necessarily being the target audience - due to certain demographic features - we really enjoyed reviewing this. Check out our comments and do add your own. 1:32 Introduction to the film: …

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S5 E196 Draxtor's Dimensional Discoveries: Lynette Wallworth Interview (Aug 2025) 19:02

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This week, we discuss a 2013 episode of @Draxtor's interviews series with artists filmed in Second Life series, this episode with Australian artist @lynettewallworth270. 1:43 Get involved in the latest Star Citizen contest, links in Show Notes 3:26 Introduction to the pick 9:12 Phil describes early traditions of interview shows filmed in virtual wo…