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Mick West Is The Co-Creator Of The Tony Hawk Video Game Franchise

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www.youtube.com – Lone Star Plate – 2023-10-04 01:04:44

SUMMARY: In this episode of the Lone Starplate , host Patrick Scott Armstrong interviews Mick West, a well-known UFO debunker and science skeptic. They discuss Mick's background and his involvement in creating the popular game Tony Hawk's Pro Skater. Mick shares insights into the development of the game, including the inspiration from Bruce Willis, the evolution of gameplay mechanics, and the success of the series. He also discusses his thoughts on the future of gaming and his current work in UFO debunking. Overall, Mick's story and expertise provide an interesting perspective on the gaming industry.

Who is Mick West?

Mick West (born 1967[1]) is a British-American science writer, skeptical investigator, and retired game programmer. He is the creator of the websites Contrail Science and Metabunk, and he investigates and debunks pseudoscientific claims and conspiracy theories such as chemtrails and UFOs. His first book is Escaping the Rabbit Hole: How to Debunk Conspiracy Theories Using Facts, Logic, and Respect.

West has appeared in various media including CBS, the BBC, CNN, NewsNation, New York Magazine, Radio New Zealand and Scientific American as an expert conspiracy analyst and science communicator. He has twice been a speaker at the conference of the Committee for Skeptical Inquiry, and in 2020 was elected a fellow of the organization.

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West co-founded the video game development company Neversoft Entertainment in July 1994 with Joel Jewett and Chris Ward. Neversoft is known for the Spider-Man, Tony Hawk's, and Guitar Hero video game franchises, and West was heavily involved in programming the first five games of the Tony Hawk's series. The company was acquired by Activision in October 1999.

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We launched a NEW CHANNEL called Vetted dedicated to UFO's where we first interviewed Mick West but thought a conversation about his Video Game career was too good to pass up.

LINK TO NEW CHANNEL: https://youtube.com/@VETTEDPODCAST?feature=shared

MICK WEST LINKS:

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His Website: https://www.metabunk.org/home/

His Book (We make ZERO money off link): https://www.amazon.com/Escaping-Rabbit-Hole-Conspiracy-Theories-ebook/dp/B077YS5G2N

His Twitter: https://twitter.com/MickWest

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Texas Longhorns Football Team: Each Team’s Biggest Threat to the Texas Longhorns in 2024

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www.youtube.com – Locked On Longhorns – 2024-07-03 11:00:08

The Texas Longhorns will face off against the likes of Michigan, Mississippi State, Oklahoma, Georgia, Vanderbilt, Florida, Arkansas, Kentucky and Texas A&M this season in their first year in the SEC. The question we attack on today's show, what is each team's biggest threat to the University of Texas this season? #hookEm

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CHAD MAULDIN on Being A Talent Cultivator

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www.youtube.com – Texas Toast – 2024-07-02 01:00:31

SUMMARY: Gy Nation is a new platform designed to uniquely connect artists and fans. When fans stream an artist's song a specific number of times, they gain exclusive access to the artist's space, offering perks like early tickets and merchandise. Meanwhile, Chad Malden, a record producer with a rich history in music, discussed his journey and the importance of planning and collaboration in making records. He emphasized the crucial role of a producer and advised artists to consistently create and release content. Malden also highlighted his long-standing involvement with the Texas Country Music Awards and shared insights into his studio, known for its rich history and high-quality recordings.

Old friend of the show and record producer extraordinaire, Chad Mauldin is a man of much wisdom and you do not want to skip this one because he's got some great advice on choosing the right collaborator for your recording process!

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Talkin’ Texas | Texans at the Olympics, Fresh Water Sharks, and Bats!

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www.youtube.com – The Daytripper – 2024-07-01 07:00:20

SUMMARY: In the Day Tripper , various topics were discussed, including the anticipation for the upcoming Olympics, with several Texans participating in events like sport climbing, archery, and swimming. Highlights included mentions of notable athletes such as Simone Biles and Sha'Carri Richardson. The hosts also shared personal stories, with one attending a Justin Timberlake concert and another traveling to LA for a challenging TV interview. Topics ranged from humorous commentary about events like the Guinness World Record for the largest fruit display in Texas to spooky tales about haunted hotels. The episode concludes with listener interactions and inquiries about Texas travel tips and experiences.

Join us for another episode of Talkin Texas as we discuss Texans to watch in the upcoming Olympics in Paris.  We chat about our favorite beaches.  We answer questions from the audience.  And listen to the sounds of the up and comer Catie Offerman who recently opened for the record-setting concert of George Strait.

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