Best Pixelated Points Podcasts (2025)

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Lies, Laughter, and Liberation: Escaping the Joker’s Trap 25:16

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20h ago25:16

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What makes the Joker Batman's most compelling adversary isn't just his unpredictable violence, but his embodiment of chaos as a philosophy. His rejection of rules, morality, and order serves as a powerful spiritual mirror of what unchecked sin looks like in our lives. Unlike villains who pursue wealth or power, the Joker simply wants to watch the w…

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From Clinician to Chief Health AI Officer: A Conversation with Dr. Karandeep Singh 1:02:32

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Dr. Karandeep Singh brings two worlds together: programming and medicine. In this conversation, he explains how early experiments with code led him to biomedical informatics, why gaps between paper performance and clinical reality must be confronted, and how governance committees weigh ethics and safety. Now serving as Chief Health AI Officer at UC…

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Betting against the iPhone 17 1:02:46

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For once in the Android Police podcast's history, we're actually throwing shadows on Apple. iOS 26 and the iPhone 17 are giving us the least confidence in how Apple is carrying its reliability and reputation in many years while Google seems to be mid-swing on its Pixel ascendancy and putting a good foot forward out of court for once. How did this c…

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More Than a Team: The Theology of the Justice League 36:33

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Discover the profound spiritual parallels between the Justice League and the body of Christ in this eye-opening exploration of faith through the lens of beloved superheroes. Far beyond mere entertainment, these iconic characters reveal timeless truths about community, purpose, and our place in God's kingdom. The Justice League doesn't assemble for …

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e529 — Shake, Shake, Shake Your iPhone 29:12

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Photo by Ravi Sharma on Unsplash Published 15 September 2025 e529 with Michael, Andy and Michael – stories about AR glasses & snarky AI wearables, Carrot Weather, Rabbit OS2, shaking to summarize, Doomscrolling and a whole lot more. Michael, Andy and Michael get things moving this episode with all things AI. After starting with a parody about camer…

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Revisiting the Vet on the Coast: Bovine Ultrasonography with Adam Conn 51:14

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Following our discussion in 2023, we thought it would be a good time to catch up with Adam Conn and chat about how his use of colour Doppler for bovine reproductive ultrasonography has evolved. Known to many as The Vet on the Coast 19 for his superb educational content and showcasing the best of Northern Ireland's coastline, Adam Conn is an experie…

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e528 — Monstrous Mice & Nano Bananas 30:59

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ChatGPT 5 generated image of a banana in the midst of an atom cloud generated 31 August 2025 Published 8 September 2025 e528 with Michael, Andy and Michael – stories about AI image editing with Nano Banana, GAN enabled LLM evolution with R-Zero, MentraOS open source smart glasses, automotive software, Making Monsters, Kazeta and a whole lot more. M…

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Holy Pixels: Finding God in Video Game Storytelling 31:31

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The stories we love shape who we become. What if those digital worlds we escape to actually contain profound spiritual truths? Video games offer something unique in our media landscape - not just entertainment, but participation. You're not watching someone else's journey; you're guiding it, making choices that matter, experiencing consequences fir…

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e527 — AI Taco Trolls 28:06

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Photo by Daniel Hooper 🌊 on Unsplash Published 1 September 2025 e527 with Andy, Michael and Michael – stories about AI restaurant experiences, historical LLMs, zoetropes and a whole lot more. After Michael R gives his impressions of the PhotoDome app, the team starts things off with a story about the AI powering Taco Bell’s drive through point of s…

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When Worlds Collide: Finding God in Every Crossover 34:26

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Have you ever wondered if the random connections in your life actually have purpose? What if the detours, delays, and unexpected encounters are all part of a divine design? Drawing profound parallels between beloved fandoms and biblical truth, this episode explores how God orchestrates "divine crossovers" in our lives. Just as Doctor Strange tumble…

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e526 — Beans and Bricks 35:24

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Photo by Michael Martine, Chapel Hill, NC August 2025 Published 25 August 2025 e526 with Andy and Michael M – stories about focus – finding things that are missing, reducing distractions with apps like Focus Friend and Brick, viewing photo collections and a whole lot more. Andy and Michael M get things rolling while Michael R is away, starting with…

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Pixel Tentative 1:08:29

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There's something new from Google this summer and in many ways, it's the same old, same old. We know a little something about that at Android Police, so we've decided to bust out the old podcast for another run; this time with a new co-host to come along. In this episode, we'll get to everything you need to know and think about the Pixel 10, Pixel …

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Radiologist Turned CEO: Dr. Jeremy Friese on AI for Prior Authorization 42:59

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Dr. Jeremy Friese knows medicine from both sides. A practicing radiologist and technology executive, he’s seen firsthand how administrative burden undermines care. In this episode of NEJM AI Grand Rounds, he walks through the origins of prior authorization, explains why he believes artificial intelligence can close the gap between patients and paye…

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e525 – See Thru Wooden Pixels 29:02

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Photo by John Cameron on Unsplash The Michaels take some time to talk about AI, Apple and Gaming this week, while Andy is out. While we are not an all Michael podcast, we did see a few Mike posts on Mastodon from Mike Elgan. We start with one of our favorite topics Lego Bricks! Robots are able to create using BrickGPT, creating new builds from a pr…

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The Great Paradox The Decline of the Urban Church in a World of Expansion 18:14

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What happens when churches retreat from the very places that need gospel presence most? The urban landscape continues to expand with taller buildings, more people, and increasing cultural influence, yet biblically-faithful churches are simultaneously vanishing from these vital spaces. This paradox represents a profound spiritual crisis with far-rea…

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From Pixel to Practice: Imaging Equipment and Starting a New Clinic with Ross Kitchen 1:06:24

2M ago1:06:24

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In this episode of Focal Point, we chat to Ross Kitchen, about setting up his new independent practice, Patch & Purr Vets. Hosted by Sam from the IMV Clinical team and Craig Hoines, IMV imaging's Business Development Manager, we will discuss the trials, tribulations and triumphs of starting a new business, choosing the right imaging equipment and h…

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e524 — Googlenight, AI 28:14

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Googlenight, AI virtual book cover Published 11 August 2025 e524 with Andy and Michael M – stories about AI generated goodnight stories, Med-Gemini, GPT-5, skeuomorphism, scrobbling, seeing through doors and a whole lot more. Andy and Michael M get things rolling while Michael R is away with some Google Gemini generated goodnight stories. Andy gene…

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Plot Twists and Power-Ups: Faith Lessons from Anime and the Bible 25:19

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Ever wonder why certain stories captivate us across different mediums and cultures? The raw underdog triumph. The shocking betrayal. The impossible redemption. These narrative beats resonate because they echo something ancient and true – patterns first established in scripture. In this episode of Compass Chronicles, we journey through the Bible's g…

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e523 — Two hundred and sixty six starlings 32:42

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Photo by Pete Godfrey on Unsplash Published 4 August 2025 e523 with Michael R and Andy, possibly arriving via carefully-arranged starlings? – stories about AI again, obviously; iPadOS 26; games, old and new; and, an innovative method of data transfer. Andy and Michael R are back together this week, while Michael M takes a turn being away! We kick o…

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Behind the Mic: The Question I Keep Asking Myself as a Faith based Creator 35:41

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What happens when the drive for excellence becomes a prison of perfectionism? When the fear of failure outweighs the joy of creating? When you desperately want to connect with your audience but find yourself building walls instead of bridges? Today's episode takes you behind the scenes of what it truly means to create faith-focused content while wr…

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e522 — Pointing at Doomed Fish 32:58

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Photo by David Clode on Unsplash Published 28 July 2025 e522 with Michael M and Andy – stories about AI in multiple forms: bees that listen, a cat that chats, and then some fun with animating fish you draw, a GameBoy you build and a whole lot more. Andy and Michael M get things rolling while Michael R is away with a story about Amazon acquiring Bee…

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Beyond the Buzzwords: Why the Bible Beats Self-Help 25:04

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What happens when the motivational quotes fade and the self-help strategies stop working? In this soul-stirring episode, we strip away the fluff and explore why Scripture offers what no self-improvement book ever could: transformation that lasts. Looking beyond quick fixes and temporary relief, we dive deep into how the Bible speaks directly into o…

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e521 — We Like Big Drives 29:35

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Photo by benjamin lehman on Unsplash Published 21 July 2025 e521 with Andy, Michael and Michael – stories about expressive robots (Shoggoth Mini, Apple ELEGNT, SpiRob & facehugger), newly reengineered Commodore & Sinclair computer reboots, Seagate’s 30TB drives and a whole lot more. Andy, Michael and Michael get things rolling with a story about wh…

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Can AI Accelerate Science? Dr. Andy Beam on AI’s Next Frontier 1:07:28

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Dr. Andy Beam has trained models, mentored scientists, and used data to quantify the value of treatments. In this episode of NEJM AI Grand Rounds, Raj Manrai turns the table on his co-host, reflecting on how Andy’s childhood misdiagnosis, and the failure of human recall, revealed the diagnostic promise of machine learning. As a Harvard professor, h…

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Pulpy point and click THE DRIFTER is one of this year's most stylish games 33:00

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Dave Lloyd, co-founder of indie studio Powerhoof, returns to the show to talk about THE DRIFTER, a gritty point-and-click adventure set against a distinctly Australian backdrop. With evocative pixel art, sharp voice performances, and thriller-inspired storytelling, THE DRIFTER marks the studio’s first major narrative outing after the multiplayer ch…

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e520 — Cold Fusion Gaming 26:13

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original photo, by Michael Martine, Sandwich MA June 2025. Animated by Google Veo3 July 2025 Published 14 July 2025 e520 with Michael, Andy and Michael – stories about AI advertising, still photo animation, anime agents, Pollen Robotics, Unity tokamak fusion reactor digital twin and a whole lot more. Michael, Andy and Michael get things off to a fa…

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Alchemist's Sacrifice: Christian Reflections on the Elric Brothers Journey 30:46

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What happens when anime's most powerful alchemists help us understand the gospel? Dive into a spiritual journey through Fullmetal Alchemist that will transform how you see sacrifice, redemption, and faith. The journey begins with two brothers, Edward and Alphonse Elric, whose desperate attempt to resurrect their mother through forbidden alchemy lea…

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Scrolls, Swords, and Superpowers: Why the Bible Hits Harder Than Manga 27:04

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We dive into the intersection of faith and fandom by examining how the Bible serves as the ultimate storytelling masterpiece that has influenced narratives across all media. • Biblical origin stories like Genesis, Moses, and David rival and exceed modern fiction in depth and meaning • Scripture contains complex betrayals and plot twists that hit ha…

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Slayer’s Blade, Savior’s Grace: Cutting Through Ego’s Fog 1:01:08

3M ago1:01:08

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Have you ever caught yourself measuring your worth by how others perceive you? That lingering glance in the mirror, the carefully crafted social media post, the subtle comparison when someone else succeeds—these are warning signs that the most dangerous idol may be taking root in your heart: the idol of self. This episode dives deep into how self-w…

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e519 — Clippy Kittens 27:56

3M ago27:56

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e519 with Michael, Andy and Michael - stories about #AI conversations with #pets and people, #LLM #DataRetention, #AISlop, #Clippy-esque prompts, #AIWorkloads in #space and a whole lot more.

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Freiren's Journey: Lessons in Friendship and Faith 16:07

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What happens when the adventure ends? When companions pass away and we're left with memories, regrets, and unanswered questions? The anime Freerun Beyond Journey's End tackles these profound questions through the eyes of Freyrin, an immortal elf mage who embarks on a journey of reflection long after her mortal adventuring companions have departed. …

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e518 — The Old Ones Are The Best 32:19

3M ago32:19

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e518 with Michael, Michael and Andy - stories about Atari adjacent AI, a new Emotiv experience, Midjourney video magic, Bondi blue, visionOS persona improvements, the Nex Playground and a whole lot more.

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Faithful and Bold: Embracing Our Role as Christian Men 2.1 19:49

3M ago19:49

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What does it truly mean to be a man of faith in a world that increasingly questions traditional values? This powerful episode dives deep into the biblical foundations of masculine strength and spiritual leadership, revealing that true power comes not from our own abilities but from being deeply rooted in Christ. Drawing from scripture like Ephesian…

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The Sound of Indie Symphony II with Austin Wintory 32:15

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Award-winning composer Austin Wintory returns to the podcast to discuss his work on Indie Symphony II, a concert series performed by Orchestra Victoria on July 3 and 4 2025. Austin shares insights into the creative process behind scoring indie games like ABZÛ and Hades II, and how these soundtracks come to life in a live orchestral setting. We also…

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Google’s Efforts to Build Patient-Facing AI: A Conversation with Drs. Alan Karthikesalingam and Anil Palepu 38:22

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In this episode of NEJM AI Grand Rounds, guests Drs. Alan Karthikesalingam and Anil Palepu of Google walk co-hosts Raj Manrai and Andy Beam through the making and evaluation of AMIE, an AI system designed to conduct clinical conversations with patients. Alan and Anil explain how AMIE was trained using synthetic doctor-patient interactions generated…

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Facing Life's Titans with Courage and Trust 26:22

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Ever felt like you're fighting invisible battles? You're not alone. In this captivating episode of Compass Chronicles, we explore the spiritual armor of God through an unexpected lens—the epic anime Attack on Titan. Just as Mikasa and her fellow scouts need proper equipment to battle Titans, we need divine protection for our daily spiritual warfare…

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e517 — Where Every AI Knows Your Name 34:07

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e517 with Michael, Michael and Andy - stories about #Atarino #microcomputing, #AI through movie and television metaphor, #AR #running, #screens and #zombies, #SkyrimGrandma and a whole lot more.