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<p>Now This podcast has been both a HEALING and an UNRAVELING ; ultimately I am interested in how these topics can contribute to the watcher / listener lives : your always welcome to write into the show JOSH@COOKERZILLA.CA </p>
<p>Long form stream of consciousness , low thrills #boring spiritual , video game thought expression is my favorite type of content and I reckognize it’s not everyone’s cup of tea. </p>
<p>REFERENCES :<br>
 #animation effects in Hideaki Anno’s live action Cutie Honey movie<br><a href="https://x.com/supersisi/status/2042304284356718634" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://x.com/supersisi/status/2042304284356718634</a></p>
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<p>5:24 12th house as overarching theme</p>
<p>10:18 Podcasting from an empty cup</p>
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<p>56:44 Film as a time capsule</p>
<p>57:31 Podcast healing and talk therapy</p>
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<p>1:18:09 Work, complexity, and animation value</p>
<p>1:28:50 HBO bumper and 1980s critique</p>
<p>1:36:24 Chiron in Aries burnout</p>
<p>1:40:56 Metroid Prime dark-world metaphor</p>
<p>1:53:27 Short film #DDD vision / scale</p>
<p>2:05:02 Patreon, GoFundMe, and closing<br>
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<p>TIMESTAMPS<br>
 * to be added <br><br>
 listen / support / keep in the loop<br>
 www.cookerzilla.ca <br>
 ^ latest everything #animation #astrology #videogames</p>
<p><p>DISCLAIMER: This show contains adult themes and occasional vulgar language. Listener discretion is advised.</p><p>Support / Keep in the loop:<br><a href="http://www.cookerzilla.ca">www.cookerzilla.ca</a><br>→ <a href="https://www.patreon.com/cw/cookerzilla">Patreon</a><br>→ <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/cookerzilla-animation-astrology-video-games/id1875562865" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a><br>→ <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/0udSaaPwCJwJex1AoqxzgI?si=hBYG0VaTTsKDR-z-UlyEdA&amp;nd=1&amp;dlsi=f2ae3abf6163460d" target="_blank">Spotify</a><br>→<a href="https://www.instagram.com/cookerzilla/"> Instagram</a><br>→ <a href="https://x.com/Cookerzilla">X</a>&nbsp;&amp; <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/cookerzilla.bsky.social">Bluesky</a></p><p>write into the show with your questions / comments!<br><a href="mailto:josh%40cookerzilla.ca" target="_blank">JOSH@COOKERZILLA.CA&nbsp;</a></p><p>Podcast Created and hosted by Joshua Owen // Cookerzilla<br>Music by Tyler Hayden</p></p>]]></description>
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<p>Now This podcast has been both a HEALING and an UNRAVELING ; ultimately I am interested in how these topics can contribute to the watcher / listener lives : your always welcome to write into the show JOSH@COOKERZILLA.CA </p>
<p>Long form stream of consciousness , low thrills #boring spiritual , video game thought expression is my favorite type of content and I reckognize it’s not everyone’s cup of tea. </p>
<p>REFERENCES :<br>
 #animation effects in Hideaki Anno’s live action Cutie Honey movie<br><a href="https://x.com/supersisi/status/2042304284356718634" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://x.com/supersisi/status/2042304284356718634</a></p>
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<p>10:18 Podcasting from an empty cup</p>
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<p>21:38 Low views, Patreon, and self-sabotage</p>
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<p>1:53:27 Short film #DDD vision / scale</p>
<p>2:05:02 Patreon, GoFundMe, and closing<br>
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<p>TIMESTAMPS<br>
 * to be added <br><br>
 listen / support / keep in the loop<br>
 www.cookerzilla.ca <br>
 ^ latest everything #animation #astrology #videogames</p>
<p><p>DISCLAIMER: This show contains adult themes and occasional vulgar language. Listener discretion is advised.</p><p>Support / Keep in the loop:<br><a href="http://www.cookerzilla.ca">www.cookerzilla.ca</a><br>→ <a href="https://www.patreon.com/cw/cookerzilla">Patreon</a><br>→ <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/cookerzilla-animation-astrology-video-games/id1875562865" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a><br>→ <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/0udSaaPwCJwJex1AoqxzgI?si=hBYG0VaTTsKDR-z-UlyEdA&amp;nd=1&amp;dlsi=f2ae3abf6163460d" target="_blank">Spotify</a><br>→<a href="https://www.instagram.com/cookerzilla/"> Instagram</a><br>→ <a href="https://x.com/Cookerzilla">X</a>&nbsp;&amp; <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/cookerzilla.bsky.social">Bluesky</a></p><p>write into the show with your questions / comments!<br><a href="mailto:josh%40cookerzilla.ca" target="_blank">JOSH@COOKERZILLA.CA&nbsp;</a></p><p>Podcast Created and hosted by Joshua Owen // Cookerzilla<br>Music by Tyler Hayden</p></p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>... #ANIMATION | I do a bit of a creative / collective check-in on #animation from my Zillenial 1994 baby perspective who experienced 2006-2013 shift AWAY from mainstream mixed - media (Live Action 3D, 2D Hand-Drawn + CGI animation) as I try to “spiritually” un-pack what contributed to that shift Disney’s late “Deep Canvas” technology.<br><br>
 ... #ASTROLOGY : Mars, Mercury and North Node Pisces represent the very last of a watery quarter decade as a 28 degree Mars Trines my 12th House Scorpio Sun / Pluto with a Uranus in Taurus ruled by a Venus in Taurus giving some WWF Ultimate Warrior vibes.<br><br>
  …. #VIDEOGAMES | With Fox McCloud making their 2026 debut silver screen appearance and RUMOURS of a NEW StarFox video game!? I take this opportunity to collect / introduce my thoughts on the entire 1993 - 2017 to now series (sorry I forgot about Star Fox command on the DS)</p>
<p>REFERENCES : <br>
 “ Deep Canvas “ Tarzan Disney Technology / clip <br><a href="https://x.com/aakashgupta/status/2040233397981978684?s=20" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://x.com/aakashgupta/status/2040233397981978684?s=20 </a></p>
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 0:00 INTRO  <br>
 4:08 ANIMATION: Tarzan and Deep Canvas<br>
 1:16:06 ASTROLOGY: Mars in Pisces trine Sun<br>
 1:55:58 VIDEOGAMES : Star Fox then, now and forever <br>
 2:08:22 Star Fox 64 Arcade perfection <br>
 2:19:19 Star Fox Adventures = Zelda<br>
 2:27:29 Star Fox Assault / Star Fox Zero <br>
 2:37:22 Franchise series identity future<br>
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<p><p>DISCLAIMER: This show contains adult themes and occasional vulgar language. Listener discretion is advised.</p><p>Support / Keep in the loop:<br><a href="http://www.cookerzilla.ca">www.cookerzilla.ca</a><br>→ <a href="https://www.patreon.com/cw/cookerzilla">Patreon</a><br>→ <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/cookerzilla-animation-astrology-video-games/id1875562865" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a><br>→ <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/0udSaaPwCJwJex1AoqxzgI?si=hBYG0VaTTsKDR-z-UlyEdA&amp;nd=1&amp;dlsi=f2ae3abf6163460d" target="_blank">Spotify</a><br>→<a href="https://www.instagram.com/cookerzilla/"> Instagram</a><br>→ <a href="https://x.com/Cookerzilla">X</a>&nbsp;&amp; <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/cookerzilla.bsky.social">Bluesky</a></p><p>write into the show with your questions / comments!<br><a href="mailto:josh%40cookerzilla.ca" target="_blank">JOSH@COOKERZILLA.CA&nbsp;</a></p><p>Podcast Created and hosted by Joshua Owen // Cookerzilla<br>Music by Tyler Hayden</p></p>]]></description>
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 ... #ASTROLOGY : Mars, Mercury and North Node Pisces represent the very last of a watery quarter decade as a 28 degree Mars Trines my 12th House Scorpio Sun / Pluto with a Uranus in Taurus ruled by a Venus in Taurus giving some WWF Ultimate Warrior vibes.<br><br>
  …. #VIDEOGAMES | With Fox McCloud making their 2026 debut silver screen appearance and RUMOURS of a NEW StarFox video game!? I take this opportunity to collect / introduce my thoughts on the entire 1993 - 2017 to now series (sorry I forgot about Star Fox command on the DS)</p>
<p>REFERENCES : <br>
 “ Deep Canvas “ Tarzan Disney Technology / clip <br><a href="https://x.com/aakashgupta/status/2040233397981978684?s=20" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://x.com/aakashgupta/status/2040233397981978684?s=20 </a></p>
<p>TIMESTAMPS: <br><br>
 0:00 INTRO  <br>
 4:08 ANIMATION: Tarzan and Deep Canvas<br>
 1:16:06 ASTROLOGY: Mars in Pisces trine Sun<br>
 1:55:58 VIDEOGAMES : Star Fox then, now and forever <br>
 2:08:22 Star Fox 64 Arcade perfection <br>
 2:19:19 Star Fox Adventures = Zelda<br>
 2:27:29 Star Fox Assault / Star Fox Zero <br>
 2:37:22 Franchise series identity future<br>
  </p>
<p><p>DISCLAIMER: This show contains adult themes and occasional vulgar language. Listener discretion is advised.</p><p>Support / Keep in the loop:<br><a href="http://www.cookerzilla.ca">www.cookerzilla.ca</a><br>→ <a href="https://www.patreon.com/cw/cookerzilla">Patreon</a><br>→ <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/cookerzilla-animation-astrology-video-games/id1875562865" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a><br>→ <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/0udSaaPwCJwJex1AoqxzgI?si=hBYG0VaTTsKDR-z-UlyEdA&amp;nd=1&amp;dlsi=f2ae3abf6163460d" target="_blank">Spotify</a><br>→<a href="https://www.instagram.com/cookerzilla/"> Instagram</a><br>→ <a href="https://x.com/Cookerzilla">X</a>&nbsp;&amp; <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/cookerzilla.bsky.social">Bluesky</a></p><p>write into the show with your questions / comments!<br><a href="mailto:josh%40cookerzilla.ca" target="_blank">JOSH@COOKERZILLA.CA&nbsp;</a></p><p>Podcast Created and hosted by Joshua Owen // Cookerzilla<br>Music by Tyler Hayden</p></p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>#ANIMATION | I launched a #GoFundMe for me : to support the costs of a Nova Scotia Psychologist ADHD / Autism Spectrum Disorder + w/e else assessment ... #ASTROLOGY | The full Libra Moon on April 1st 2026 is the 12 year anniversary of my grandfather William “Billy” Owen got me Libra-motional during an increasingly Aries season ... #VIDEOGAMES | free to play online third person shooter copywritten IP collection Fortnite is DYING!? as I try to build my way through 2016-2017 to now in light of recent Epic Games News </p>
<p>REFERENCES: <br>
 ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder Assessment: Joshua Owen <br>
 #GoFundMe currently @ $600+ of $4800 goal as of March 30th 2026 <br><a href="https://www.gofundme.com/manage/adhd-adult-autism-spectrum-disorder-assessment-joshua-owen" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.gofundme.com/manage/adhd-adult-autism-spectrum-disorder-assessment-joshua-owen </a><br><br>
 Video Games Chronicle: ‘I’m sorry we’re here again’: Epic Games is laying off over 1,000 employees due to ‘Fortnite downturn’<br><a href="https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/im-sorry-were-here-again-epic-games-is-laying-off-over-1000-employees/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/im-sorry-were-here-again-epic-games-is-laying-off-over-1000-employees/</a><br><br>
 TIMESTAMPS:<br>
 #ANIMATION<br>
 0:00 Intro and episode overview<br>
 5:21 Crowdfunding platforms and GoFundMe<br>
 13:09 Early support and fundraiser goal<br>
 20:17 Free time struggles and Game of Thrones<br>
 32:00 Therapy, value, and masculinity<br>
 39:57 Cancer moon and launch timing<br>
 59:24 Instagram response and going public<br>
 1:15:36 Neurodivergence labels and fundraiser wrap</p>
<p>#ASTROLOGY<br>
 1:33:18 Libra full moon introduction<br>
 1:34:29 Aries-Libra axis and creativity<br>
 1:38:11 Rejecting polished podcast aesthetics<br>
 1:46:27 Grandfather, honor, and decency<br>
 1:57:18 Libra as supportive caretaker<br>
 2:03:38 Libra and Scorpio contrasts<br>
 2:10:50 Venus in Taurus influence<br>
 2:15:10 Final Libra moon takeaway</p>
<p>#VIDEOGAMES<br>
 2:17:12 “Fortnite is dying” premise<br>
 2:17:50 Epic, Unreal, and Fortnite basics<br>
 2:19:15 PUBG and battle royale origins<br>
 2:22:55 Fortnite’s rise and live service<br>
 2:30:04 Crossovers, audiences, and endless play<br>
 2:38:37 Streamer culture and Fortnite’s peak<br>
 2:41:52 Epic layoffs and industry strain<br>
 2:49:13 Tim Sweeney’s post-layoff response<br>
 2:55:52 Closing plugs and sign-off<br>
  </p>
<p><p>DISCLAIMER: This show contains adult themes and occasional vulgar language. Listener discretion is advised.</p><p>Support / Keep in the loop:<br><a href="http://www.cookerzilla.ca">www.cookerzilla.ca</a><br>→ <a href="https://www.patreon.com/cw/cookerzilla">Patreon</a><br>→ <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/cookerzilla-animation-astrology-video-games/id1875562865" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a><br>→ <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/0udSaaPwCJwJex1AoqxzgI?si=hBYG0VaTTsKDR-z-UlyEdA&amp;nd=1&amp;dlsi=f2ae3abf6163460d" target="_blank">Spotify</a><br>→<a href="https://www.instagram.com/cookerzilla/"> Instagram</a><br>→ <a href="https://x.com/Cookerzilla">X</a>&nbsp;&amp; <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/cookerzilla.bsky.social">Bluesky</a></p><p>write into the show with your questions / comments!<br><a href="mailto:josh%40cookerzilla.ca" target="_blank">JOSH@COOKERZILLA.CA&nbsp;</a></p><p>Podcast Created and hosted by Joshua Owen // Cookerzilla<br>Music by Tyler Hayden</p></p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 02:35:41 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>Josh@cookerzilla.ca (Joshua Owen)</author>
      <link>https://cookerzillapodcast.simplecast.com/episodes/008-adhd-asd-assessment-gofundme-12-libra-full-moon-fortnite-2017-is-dying-7TnQzL03</link>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>#ANIMATION | I launched a #GoFundMe for me : to support the costs of a Nova Scotia Psychologist ADHD / Autism Spectrum Disorder + w/e else assessment ... #ASTROLOGY | The full Libra Moon on April 1st 2026 is the 12 year anniversary of my grandfather William “Billy” Owen got me Libra-motional during an increasingly Aries season ... #VIDEOGAMES | free to play online third person shooter copywritten IP collection Fortnite is DYING!? as I try to build my way through 2016-2017 to now in light of recent Epic Games News </p>
<p>REFERENCES: <br>
 ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder Assessment: Joshua Owen <br>
 #GoFundMe currently @ $600+ of $4800 goal as of March 30th 2026 <br><a href="https://www.gofundme.com/manage/adhd-adult-autism-spectrum-disorder-assessment-joshua-owen" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.gofundme.com/manage/adhd-adult-autism-spectrum-disorder-assessment-joshua-owen </a><br><br>
 Video Games Chronicle: ‘I’m sorry we’re here again’: Epic Games is laying off over 1,000 employees due to ‘Fortnite downturn’<br><a href="https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/im-sorry-were-here-again-epic-games-is-laying-off-over-1000-employees/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/im-sorry-were-here-again-epic-games-is-laying-off-over-1000-employees/</a><br><br>
 TIMESTAMPS:<br>
 #ANIMATION<br>
 0:00 Intro and episode overview<br>
 5:21 Crowdfunding platforms and GoFundMe<br>
 13:09 Early support and fundraiser goal<br>
 20:17 Free time struggles and Game of Thrones<br>
 32:00 Therapy, value, and masculinity<br>
 39:57 Cancer moon and launch timing<br>
 59:24 Instagram response and going public<br>
 1:15:36 Neurodivergence labels and fundraiser wrap</p>
<p>#ASTROLOGY<br>
 1:33:18 Libra full moon introduction<br>
 1:34:29 Aries-Libra axis and creativity<br>
 1:38:11 Rejecting polished podcast aesthetics<br>
 1:46:27 Grandfather, honor, and decency<br>
 1:57:18 Libra as supportive caretaker<br>
 2:03:38 Libra and Scorpio contrasts<br>
 2:10:50 Venus in Taurus influence<br>
 2:15:10 Final Libra moon takeaway</p>
<p>#VIDEOGAMES<br>
 2:17:12 “Fortnite is dying” premise<br>
 2:17:50 Epic, Unreal, and Fortnite basics<br>
 2:19:15 PUBG and battle royale origins<br>
 2:22:55 Fortnite’s rise and live service<br>
 2:30:04 Crossovers, audiences, and endless play<br>
 2:38:37 Streamer culture and Fortnite’s peak<br>
 2:41:52 Epic layoffs and industry strain<br>
 2:49:13 Tim Sweeney’s post-layoff response<br>
 2:55:52 Closing plugs and sign-off<br>
  </p>
<p><p>DISCLAIMER: This show contains adult themes and occasional vulgar language. Listener discretion is advised.</p><p>Support / Keep in the loop:<br><a href="http://www.cookerzilla.ca">www.cookerzilla.ca</a><br>→ <a href="https://www.patreon.com/cw/cookerzilla">Patreon</a><br>→ <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/cookerzilla-animation-astrology-video-games/id1875562865" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a><br>→ <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/0udSaaPwCJwJex1AoqxzgI?si=hBYG0VaTTsKDR-z-UlyEdA&amp;nd=1&amp;dlsi=f2ae3abf6163460d" target="_blank">Spotify</a><br>→<a href="https://www.instagram.com/cookerzilla/"> Instagram</a><br>→ <a href="https://x.com/Cookerzilla">X</a>&nbsp;&amp; <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/cookerzilla.bsky.social">Bluesky</a></p><p>write into the show with your questions / comments!<br><a href="mailto:josh%40cookerzilla.ca" target="_blank">JOSH@COOKERZILLA.CA&nbsp;</a></p><p>Podcast Created and hosted by Joshua Owen // Cookerzilla<br>Music by Tyler Hayden</p></p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <itunes:title>#008 | ADHD / ASD assessment #GoFundMe , 12° Libra FULL Moon &amp; #FORTNITE (2017) is DYING!?</itunes:title>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>#007 | #animation The comprehensive low poly successor to the only 3D software I ever clicked with releases the sequel of PicoCAD 2 | #astrology Mercury in Pisces that began this podcast is now DIRECT after a titanic retrograde and station conjunct  8° degree Mars, North Node and South Node in the opposing sign of Virgo | #videogames A conversation about the “consumer transparency” of Steam Charts + my psychoanalysis of an (in Josh’s opinion) increasingly ANXIOUS Player Base.</p>
<p><strong>NOTE: I shifted upload schedule back to SATURDAY from  MONDAY : expect #WEEKLY uploads now on Saturday 5AM ATL</strong></p>
<p>REFERENCES:</p>
<p>PicoCAD 2 :<br><a href="https://johanpeitz.itch.io/picocad2" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://johanpeitz.itch.io/picocad2</a></p>
<p>Author / Developer : Johan Pietz<br><a href="https://bsky.app/profile/johanpeitz.com" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://bsky.app/profile/johanpeitz.com</a></p>
<p>N64 to Dreamcast Development :<br><a href="https://x.com/falco_girgis?s=20" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://x.com/falco_girgis?s=20</a></p>
<p>TIMESTAMPS<br><br>
 0:00 Animation: PicoCAD 2 announced</p>
<p>4:09 CAD defined; 3D anxiety admitted</p>
<p>9:15 PS1‑style shader, swimming vertices</p>
<p>    30:52 First OBJ exported to Blender</p>
<p>    51:01 PicoCAD 2 features roundup</p>
<p>    1:01:04 Low‑poly modernist art stance</p>
<p> </p>
<p>1:20:10 Astrology: Mercury direct in Pisces</p>
<p>    1:20:27 Nodes at 8°, Leo/Aquarius next</p>
<p>    1:21:16 Virgo South Node in 10th house</p>
<p>    1:22:45 Chiron in Virgo Centaur characteristics</p>
<p>    1:28:27 Backyard Fish‑pond metaphor for Pisces</p>
<p>    1:47:22 Aries season ahead; segment break<br>
  </p>
<p>1:48:10 Video Games: Steam counts debate</p>
<p>    1:53:07 Transparency benefits consumers</p>
<p>    2:04:33 Highguard launch and collapse</p>
<p>    2:10:59 Steam refunds aid consumers</p>
<p>    2:18:02 Crimson Desert discourse, reviews</p>
<p>    2:27:53 Checking live player numbers</p>
<p><p>DISCLAIMER: This show contains adult themes and occasional vulgar language. Listener discretion is advised.</p><p>Support / Keep in the loop:<br><a href="http://www.cookerzilla.ca">www.cookerzilla.ca</a><br>→ <a href="https://www.patreon.com/cw/cookerzilla">Patreon</a><br>→ <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/cookerzilla-animation-astrology-video-games/id1875562865" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a><br>→ <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/0udSaaPwCJwJex1AoqxzgI?si=hBYG0VaTTsKDR-z-UlyEdA&amp;nd=1&amp;dlsi=f2ae3abf6163460d" target="_blank">Spotify</a><br>→<a href="https://www.instagram.com/cookerzilla/"> Instagram</a><br>→ <a href="https://x.com/Cookerzilla">X</a>&nbsp;&amp; <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/cookerzilla.bsky.social">Bluesky</a></p><p>write into the show with your questions / comments!<br><a href="mailto:josh%40cookerzilla.ca" target="_blank">JOSH@COOKERZILLA.CA&nbsp;</a></p><p>Podcast Created and hosted by Joshua Owen // Cookerzilla<br>Music by Tyler Hayden</p></p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2026 08:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>Josh@cookerzilla.ca (Joshua Owen)</author>
      <link>https://cookerzillapodcast.simplecast.com/episodes/007-picocad-2-pisces-mercury-direct-8-virgo-south-node-gamings-anxious-analysis-state-isbt3koi</link>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>#007 | #animation The comprehensive low poly successor to the only 3D software I ever clicked with releases the sequel of PicoCAD 2 | #astrology Mercury in Pisces that began this podcast is now DIRECT after a titanic retrograde and station conjunct  8° degree Mars, North Node and South Node in the opposing sign of Virgo | #videogames A conversation about the “consumer transparency” of Steam Charts + my psychoanalysis of an (in Josh’s opinion) increasingly ANXIOUS Player Base.</p>
<p><strong>NOTE: I shifted upload schedule back to SATURDAY from  MONDAY : expect #WEEKLY uploads now on Saturday 5AM ATL</strong></p>
<p>REFERENCES:</p>
<p>PicoCAD 2 :<br><a href="https://johanpeitz.itch.io/picocad2" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://johanpeitz.itch.io/picocad2</a></p>
<p>Author / Developer : Johan Pietz<br><a href="https://bsky.app/profile/johanpeitz.com" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://bsky.app/profile/johanpeitz.com</a></p>
<p>N64 to Dreamcast Development :<br><a href="https://x.com/falco_girgis?s=20" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://x.com/falco_girgis?s=20</a></p>
<p>TIMESTAMPS<br><br>
 0:00 Animation: PicoCAD 2 announced</p>
<p>4:09 CAD defined; 3D anxiety admitted</p>
<p>9:15 PS1‑style shader, swimming vertices</p>
<p>    30:52 First OBJ exported to Blender</p>
<p>    51:01 PicoCAD 2 features roundup</p>
<p>    1:01:04 Low‑poly modernist art stance</p>
<p> </p>
<p>1:20:10 Astrology: Mercury direct in Pisces</p>
<p>    1:20:27 Nodes at 8°, Leo/Aquarius next</p>
<p>    1:21:16 Virgo South Node in 10th house</p>
<p>    1:22:45 Chiron in Virgo Centaur characteristics</p>
<p>    1:28:27 Backyard Fish‑pond metaphor for Pisces</p>
<p>    1:47:22 Aries season ahead; segment break<br>
  </p>
<p>1:48:10 Video Games: Steam counts debate</p>
<p>    1:53:07 Transparency benefits consumers</p>
<p>    2:04:33 Highguard launch and collapse</p>
<p>    2:10:59 Steam refunds aid consumers</p>
<p>    2:18:02 Crimson Desert discourse, reviews</p>
<p>    2:27:53 Checking live player numbers</p>
<p><p>DISCLAIMER: This show contains adult themes and occasional vulgar language. Listener discretion is advised.</p><p>Support / Keep in the loop:<br><a href="http://www.cookerzilla.ca">www.cookerzilla.ca</a><br>→ <a href="https://www.patreon.com/cw/cookerzilla">Patreon</a><br>→ <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/cookerzilla-animation-astrology-video-games/id1875562865" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a><br>→ <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/0udSaaPwCJwJex1AoqxzgI?si=hBYG0VaTTsKDR-z-UlyEdA&amp;nd=1&amp;dlsi=f2ae3abf6163460d" target="_blank">Spotify</a><br>→<a href="https://www.instagram.com/cookerzilla/"> Instagram</a><br>→ <a href="https://x.com/Cookerzilla">X</a>&nbsp;&amp; <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/cookerzilla.bsky.social">Bluesky</a></p><p>write into the show with your questions / comments!<br><a href="mailto:josh%40cookerzilla.ca" target="_blank">JOSH@COOKERZILLA.CA&nbsp;</a></p><p>Podcast Created and hosted by Joshua Owen // Cookerzilla<br>Music by Tyler Hayden</p></p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>#006 | #animation : We discuss the BUILDING of a BETTER Flash!? The one and only vector, coding based art software that is now en route to being BACK - thanks to the efforts of a person (and their supporters) on the internet as I discuss in-depth Bill Premo's Patreon proposed development plans | #Astrology : Mars In Pisces Trines the North Node in Pisces, The New Moon In Pisces on March 18th 2026 in relation to Jupiter In Cancer now being DIRECT | #videogames : I discuss YouTube 3D Sonic The Hedgehog games “VHS” Music playlist that have re-ignited my lifelong love for the variety of SEGA music from the #UncSlop era of 1998-2001 and me cherishing that I am in fact #Unc</p>
<p>REFERENCES:<br>
 1. Bill Premo is Building A Better Flash:<br><a href="https://www.patreon.com/cw/billpremo" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.patreon.com/cw/billpremo</a><br>
 * Here is the article I am reading from: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/posts/post-1-152183296" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.patreon.com/posts/post-1-152183296</a></p>
<p>2. VHS Video Game playlists:<br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@storeboughtbread4424" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.youtube.com/@storeboughtbread4424</a></p>
<p>3. SEGA  Playlists:<br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@GG_Dreamcast" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.youtube.com/@GG_Dreamcast</a></p>
<p> </p>
<p>TIMESTAMPS:</p>
<p>Animation</p>
<p>00:00:00 Intro and “Flash is back” setup</p>
<p>00:05:04 Flash history Newgrounds, PsychoGoldfish</p>
<p>00:19:18 Adobe Animate maintenance, .FLA importance</p>
<p>00:29:26 #BuildABetterFlash by Bill Premo Patreon</p>
<p>00:55:04 Drawing engine, paint modes, timeline</p>
<p>01:24:29 FLA/XFL import, scripting plans</p>
<p>01:38:49 Tools, camera, symbols, tweening</p>
<p>02:09:47 UI/UX panels, workflow<br>
  </p>
<p>Astrology</p>
<p>02:15:18 Segment start: Jupiter direct, pivot</p>
<p>02:16:04 Pisces New Moon at 28° March 18 2026</p>
<p>02:18:18 Feeling Jupiter direct; post water era</p>
<p>02:28:53 Jupiter cycle; mutable perspective</p>
<p>02:32:55 Mercury retrograde pre/post‑shadow</p>
<p>02:51:34 Aries prep: boundaries, readiness</p>
<p>03:01:33 Fortify yourself; handle the triggers</p>
<p>Video Games</p>
<p>03:03:06 3D Sonic Music focus; Shadow’s introduction</p>
<p>03:05:56 Mario 64 and Sonic Adventure 1996-1998</p>
<p>* correction I said 1999 Sonic Adventure release date</p>
<p>03:07:43 SEGA multi-genre style and soundtrack identity</p>
<p>03:10:05 Character importance; Shadow’s impact</p>
<p>03:14:50 VHS Sonic playlists : see channels in notes</p>
<p>03:21:16 Production value adding to archival</p>
<p>03:26:03 Playlists as service; I appreciate the effort :)<br>
  </p>
<p>Podcast Created and hosted by Joshua Owen // Cookerzilla</p>
<p>Music by Tyler Hayden</p>
<p>Explicit Language at times.</p>
<p><p>DISCLAIMER: This show contains adult themes and occasional vulgar language. Listener discretion is advised.</p><p>Support / Keep in the loop:<br><a href="http://www.cookerzilla.ca">www.cookerzilla.ca</a><br>→ <a href="https://www.patreon.com/cw/cookerzilla">Patreon</a><br>→ <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/cookerzilla-animation-astrology-video-games/id1875562865" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a><br>→ <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/0udSaaPwCJwJex1AoqxzgI?si=hBYG0VaTTsKDR-z-UlyEdA&amp;nd=1&amp;dlsi=f2ae3abf6163460d" target="_blank">Spotify</a><br>→<a href="https://www.instagram.com/cookerzilla/"> Instagram</a><br>→ <a href="https://x.com/Cookerzilla">X</a>&nbsp;&amp; <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/cookerzilla.bsky.social">Bluesky</a></p><p>write into the show with your questions / comments!<br><a href="mailto:josh%40cookerzilla.ca" target="_blank">JOSH@COOKERZILLA.CA&nbsp;</a></p><p>Podcast Created and hosted by Joshua Owen // Cookerzilla<br>Music by Tyler Hayden</p></p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 08:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>Josh@cookerzilla.ca (Joshua Owen)</author>
      <link>https://cookerzillapodcast.simplecast.com/episodes/macromedia-flash-is-back-jupiter-is-direct-piscesnewmoon-vhs-video-game-soundtrack-playlists-RGXpMaTY</link>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>#006 | #animation : We discuss the BUILDING of a BETTER Flash!? The one and only vector, coding based art software that is now en route to being BACK - thanks to the efforts of a person (and their supporters) on the internet as I discuss in-depth Bill Premo's Patreon proposed development plans | #Astrology : Mars In Pisces Trines the North Node in Pisces, The New Moon In Pisces on March 18th 2026 in relation to Jupiter In Cancer now being DIRECT | #videogames : I discuss YouTube 3D Sonic The Hedgehog games “VHS” Music playlist that have re-ignited my lifelong love for the variety of SEGA music from the #UncSlop era of 1998-2001 and me cherishing that I am in fact #Unc</p>
<p>REFERENCES:<br>
 1. Bill Premo is Building A Better Flash:<br><a href="https://www.patreon.com/cw/billpremo" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.patreon.com/cw/billpremo</a><br>
 * Here is the article I am reading from: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/posts/post-1-152183296" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.patreon.com/posts/post-1-152183296</a></p>
<p>2. VHS Video Game playlists:<br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@storeboughtbread4424" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.youtube.com/@storeboughtbread4424</a></p>
<p>3. SEGA  Playlists:<br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@GG_Dreamcast" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.youtube.com/@GG_Dreamcast</a></p>
<p> </p>
<p>TIMESTAMPS:</p>
<p>Animation</p>
<p>00:00:00 Intro and “Flash is back” setup</p>
<p>00:05:04 Flash history Newgrounds, PsychoGoldfish</p>
<p>00:19:18 Adobe Animate maintenance, .FLA importance</p>
<p>00:29:26 #BuildABetterFlash by Bill Premo Patreon</p>
<p>00:55:04 Drawing engine, paint modes, timeline</p>
<p>01:24:29 FLA/XFL import, scripting plans</p>
<p>01:38:49 Tools, camera, symbols, tweening</p>
<p>02:09:47 UI/UX panels, workflow<br>
  </p>
<p>Astrology</p>
<p>02:15:18 Segment start: Jupiter direct, pivot</p>
<p>02:16:04 Pisces New Moon at 28° March 18 2026</p>
<p>02:18:18 Feeling Jupiter direct; post water era</p>
<p>02:28:53 Jupiter cycle; mutable perspective</p>
<p>02:32:55 Mercury retrograde pre/post‑shadow</p>
<p>02:51:34 Aries prep: boundaries, readiness</p>
<p>03:01:33 Fortify yourself; handle the triggers</p>
<p>Video Games</p>
<p>03:03:06 3D Sonic Music focus; Shadow’s introduction</p>
<p>03:05:56 Mario 64 and Sonic Adventure 1996-1998</p>
<p>* correction I said 1999 Sonic Adventure release date</p>
<p>03:07:43 SEGA multi-genre style and soundtrack identity</p>
<p>03:10:05 Character importance; Shadow’s impact</p>
<p>03:14:50 VHS Sonic playlists : see channels in notes</p>
<p>03:21:16 Production value adding to archival</p>
<p>03:26:03 Playlists as service; I appreciate the effort :)<br>
  </p>
<p>Podcast Created and hosted by Joshua Owen // Cookerzilla</p>
<p>Music by Tyler Hayden</p>
<p>Explicit Language at times.</p>
<p><p>DISCLAIMER: This show contains adult themes and occasional vulgar language. Listener discretion is advised.</p><p>Support / Keep in the loop:<br><a href="http://www.cookerzilla.ca">www.cookerzilla.ca</a><br>→ <a href="https://www.patreon.com/cw/cookerzilla">Patreon</a><br>→ <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/cookerzilla-animation-astrology-video-games/id1875562865" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a><br>→ <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/0udSaaPwCJwJex1AoqxzgI?si=hBYG0VaTTsKDR-z-UlyEdA&amp;nd=1&amp;dlsi=f2ae3abf6163460d" target="_blank">Spotify</a><br>→<a href="https://www.instagram.com/cookerzilla/"> Instagram</a><br>→ <a href="https://x.com/Cookerzilla">X</a>&nbsp;&amp; <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/cookerzilla.bsky.social">Bluesky</a></p><p>write into the show with your questions / comments!<br><a href="mailto:josh%40cookerzilla.ca" target="_blank">JOSH@COOKERZILLA.CA&nbsp;</a></p><p>Podcast Created and hosted by Joshua Owen // Cookerzilla<br>Music by Tyler Hayden</p></p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>#005 | As Pisces season winds down: so does Jupiter’s watery connection to the sun- Aries Venus cardinally initiates a somewhat clinical Check-In on @cookerzilla: I compare this podcast to some newly discovered unsavory internet channels to talk out how I try to maintain integrity, dignity, respect in a format that unfortunately usually facilitates the opposite... Finally I ACTUALLY sat down and played a video game!? Double Fine’s KEEPER (2025) to be exact where we discuss my initial early impressions.</p>
<p>ANIMATION<br>
 00:00:00 Opening, agenda, Episode 5 check-in<br>
 00:03:17 Housekeeping, last week’s Nova Scotia Artist Funding / Artist grants reflection<br>
 00:10:20 Neurodivergence Five-stage substance use framework<br>
 00:22:02 Lord of the Rings addiction allegory<br>
 01:05:47 Youtube channel reaction<br>
 01:27:21 Debating value of podcasting</p>
<p><i>ASTROLOGY</i><br>
 01:31:00 Venus enters Aries, fresh martial spirit<br>
 01:53:00 Recap of Venus in Aquarius / Pisces<br>
 01:58:22 Jupiter in Cancer, eighth house<br>
 02:21:05 Evangelion metaphor for Jupiter Cancer<br>
 02:24:31 Sun trine Jupiter takeaways<br>
 02:28:02 Aries energy choices and agency</p>
<p><i>VIDEO GAMES</i><br>
 02:35:08 Double Fine background and legacy<br>
 02:44:06 Microsoft acquisition and context<br>
 02:45:59 Keeper (2025) release, industry cautionary tales<br>
 02:52:32 Audio setup and Switch limitations<br>
 03:00:21 Starting Keeper, sound and feel<br>
 03:11:58 Ledge climbing joy, sold  </p>
<p>REFERENCES<br>
 Neurodiversity and substance use: what clinicians need to know :<br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kFmPHljdv38" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kFmPHljdv38</a><br>
 CORRECTION: Stage 1 is experimental, not social but I’d argue maybe my version makes more sense :)</p>
<p>Keeper on Steam (NOT sponsored)<br><a href="https://store.steampowered.com/app/3043580/Keeper/" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://store.steampowered.com/app/3043580/Keeper/</a><br>
 Double Fine Adventure Documentary <br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AdXvZgIV1Q0&list=PLIhLvue17Sd7F6pU2ByRRb0igiI-WKk3D" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AdXvZgIV1Q0&list=PLIhLvue17Sd7F6pU2ByRRb0igiI-WKk3D</a></p>
<p>#animation #astrology #videogames</p>
<p><p>DISCLAIMER: This show contains adult themes and occasional vulgar language. Listener discretion is advised.</p><p>Support / Keep in the loop:<br><a href="http://www.cookerzilla.ca">www.cookerzilla.ca</a><br>→ <a href="https://www.patreon.com/cw/cookerzilla">Patreon</a><br>→ <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/cookerzilla-animation-astrology-video-games/id1875562865" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a><br>→ <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/0udSaaPwCJwJex1AoqxzgI?si=hBYG0VaTTsKDR-z-UlyEdA&amp;nd=1&amp;dlsi=f2ae3abf6163460d" target="_blank">Spotify</a><br>→<a href="https://www.instagram.com/cookerzilla/"> Instagram</a><br>→ <a href="https://x.com/Cookerzilla">X</a>&nbsp;&amp; <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/cookerzilla.bsky.social">Bluesky</a></p><p>write into the show with your questions / comments!<br><a href="mailto:josh%40cookerzilla.ca" target="_blank">JOSH@COOKERZILLA.CA&nbsp;</a></p><p>Podcast Created and hosted by Joshua Owen // Cookerzilla<br>Music by Tyler Hayden</p></p>]]></description>
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<p>ANIMATION<br>
 00:00:00 Opening, agenda, Episode 5 check-in<br>
 00:03:17 Housekeeping, last week’s Nova Scotia Artist Funding / Artist grants reflection<br>
 00:10:20 Neurodivergence Five-stage substance use framework<br>
 00:22:02 Lord of the Rings addiction allegory<br>
 01:05:47 Youtube channel reaction<br>
 01:27:21 Debating value of podcasting</p>
<p><i>ASTROLOGY</i><br>
 01:31:00 Venus enters Aries, fresh martial spirit<br>
 01:53:00 Recap of Venus in Aquarius / Pisces<br>
 01:58:22 Jupiter in Cancer, eighth house<br>
 02:21:05 Evangelion metaphor for Jupiter Cancer<br>
 02:24:31 Sun trine Jupiter takeaways<br>
 02:28:02 Aries energy choices and agency</p>
<p><i>VIDEO GAMES</i><br>
 02:35:08 Double Fine background and legacy<br>
 02:44:06 Microsoft acquisition and context<br>
 02:45:59 Keeper (2025) release, industry cautionary tales<br>
 02:52:32 Audio setup and Switch limitations<br>
 03:00:21 Starting Keeper, sound and feel<br>
 03:11:58 Ledge climbing joy, sold  </p>
<p>REFERENCES<br>
 Neurodiversity and substance use: what clinicians need to know :<br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kFmPHljdv38" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kFmPHljdv38</a><br>
 CORRECTION: Stage 1 is experimental, not social but I’d argue maybe my version makes more sense :)</p>
<p>Keeper on Steam (NOT sponsored)<br><a href="https://store.steampowered.com/app/3043580/Keeper/" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://store.steampowered.com/app/3043580/Keeper/</a><br>
 Double Fine Adventure Documentary <br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AdXvZgIV1Q0&list=PLIhLvue17Sd7F6pU2ByRRb0igiI-WKk3D" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AdXvZgIV1Q0&list=PLIhLvue17Sd7F6pU2ByRRb0igiI-WKk3D</a></p>
<p>#animation #astrology #videogames</p>
<p><p>DISCLAIMER: This show contains adult themes and occasional vulgar language. Listener discretion is advised.</p><p>Support / Keep in the loop:<br><a href="http://www.cookerzilla.ca">www.cookerzilla.ca</a><br>→ <a href="https://www.patreon.com/cw/cookerzilla">Patreon</a><br>→ <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/cookerzilla-animation-astrology-video-games/id1875562865" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a><br>→ <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/0udSaaPwCJwJex1AoqxzgI?si=hBYG0VaTTsKDR-z-UlyEdA&amp;nd=1&amp;dlsi=f2ae3abf6163460d" target="_blank">Spotify</a><br>→<a href="https://www.instagram.com/cookerzilla/"> Instagram</a><br>→ <a href="https://x.com/Cookerzilla">X</a>&nbsp;&amp; <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/cookerzilla.bsky.social">Bluesky</a></p><p>write into the show with your questions / comments!<br><a href="mailto:josh%40cookerzilla.ca" target="_blank">JOSH@COOKERZILLA.CA&nbsp;</a></p><p>Podcast Created and hosted by Joshua Owen // Cookerzilla<br>Music by Tyler Hayden</p></p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>#004: NS Arts Budget Cuts + End of Smiling Friends, Virgo Lunar Eclipse & Video Game Renaissance #podcast</p>
<p>NOTE: My goal is to present this info in a respectful, productive and personal way as my artist path continues to be a trial by fire experience that I felt called to channel in this discussion about very complex topics.</p>
<p><strong>CORRECTION: Grants To Individuals program REDUCED from $632K to $442k</strong><br><a href="https://artsns.ca/news/changes-arts-ns-budget" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://artsns.ca/news/changes-arts-ns-budget</a></p>
<p>an educational personal perspective minded diary / discussion about being an individual Animation Artist & The importance of Artist Funding, Artist Grants for the Arts Sector of Nova Scotia  + the sudden END of Smiling Friends cartoon and how that shows production process contrasts with an artist grant project.</p>
<p>The Lunar South Node Eclipse in Virgo eradicates my “perfectionist” ego as this podcast further pummels all delusion of such a thing exists. To wrap everything in this talk into frenzied bow- I discuss a, perhaps utopian, future and present conditions for my vision of a “Video Game Renaissance”. </p>
<p>#animation</p>
<p>00:00:00 Intro; Nova Scotia arts cuts focus</p>
<p><strong>DISCLAIMER: The Service of Writing Artist Grants (for others) has 100% of my respect: I didn't finish my thought about some people needing to budget 10% of a granted award for that service which is evidence of how much work is required to access / navigate this type of  funding.</strong></p>
<p>00:15:01 Grants-to-individuals slashed 690k→130k</p>
<p>00:48:57 Individuals vs organizations; resilience realities</p>
<p><strong>DISCLAIMER: applying as a Organization is very different requirement than Individual Artist. Only support from me towards the folks on the ground doing important work as an organization. I was expressing frustrations around my own limitations to be helpful in that sphere.</strong></p>
<p>01:08:13 Smiling Friends impact, tone, style</p>
<p>01:39:04 Artistic Production rules: on‑model, 3/4 staging, communication</p>
<p>#astrology</p>
<p>01:48:01 Virgo lunar eclipse overview</p>
<p>01:50:26 Embrace imperfection; keep publishing</p>
<p>01:58:48 Leo–Virgo–Libra evolutionary sequence</p>
<p>02:11:02 Aries action versus Pisces drift</p>
<p>02:22:37 Mercury‑in‑Pisces “The Thing” analogy</p>
<p>#videogames</p>
<p>02:31:16 Video game renaissance defined</p>
<p>02:33:20 Steam model; 30% platform cut</p>
<p>02:36:33 Emulation and decomp breakthroughs</p>
<p>02:44:18 AAA fatigue; live‑service clones critiqued</p>
<p>02:57:18 Single‑A mindset; Deeper visions on unique Video Games</p>
<p> </p>
<p>Support, listen elsewhere & stay in the loop</p>
<p>→ www.cookerzilla.ca</p>
<p>Hosted by Joshua Owen (Cookerzilla)</p>
<p>New episode every week. Explicit.</p>
<p>Music by Tyler Hayden.</p>
<p><p>DISCLAIMER: This show contains adult themes and occasional vulgar language. Listener discretion is advised.</p><p>Support / Keep in the loop:<br><a href="http://www.cookerzilla.ca">www.cookerzilla.ca</a><br>→ <a href="https://www.patreon.com/cw/cookerzilla">Patreon</a><br>→ <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/cookerzilla-animation-astrology-video-games/id1875562865" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a><br>→ <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/0udSaaPwCJwJex1AoqxzgI?si=hBYG0VaTTsKDR-z-UlyEdA&amp;nd=1&amp;dlsi=f2ae3abf6163460d" target="_blank">Spotify</a><br>→<a href="https://www.instagram.com/cookerzilla/"> Instagram</a><br>→ <a href="https://x.com/Cookerzilla">X</a>&nbsp;&amp; <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/cookerzilla.bsky.social">Bluesky</a></p><p>write into the show with your questions / comments!<br><a href="mailto:josh%40cookerzilla.ca" target="_blank">JOSH@COOKERZILLA.CA&nbsp;</a></p><p>Podcast Created and hosted by Joshua Owen // Cookerzilla<br>Music by Tyler Hayden</p></p>]]></description>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>#004: NS Arts Budget Cuts + End of Smiling Friends, Virgo Lunar Eclipse & Video Game Renaissance #podcast</p>
<p>NOTE: My goal is to present this info in a respectful, productive and personal way as my artist path continues to be a trial by fire experience that I felt called to channel in this discussion about very complex topics.</p>
<p><strong>CORRECTION: Grants To Individuals program REDUCED from $632K to $442k</strong><br><a href="https://artsns.ca/news/changes-arts-ns-budget" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://artsns.ca/news/changes-arts-ns-budget</a></p>
<p>an educational personal perspective minded diary / discussion about being an individual Animation Artist & The importance of Artist Funding, Artist Grants for the Arts Sector of Nova Scotia  + the sudden END of Smiling Friends cartoon and how that shows production process contrasts with an artist grant project.</p>
<p>The Lunar South Node Eclipse in Virgo eradicates my “perfectionist” ego as this podcast further pummels all delusion of such a thing exists. To wrap everything in this talk into frenzied bow- I discuss a, perhaps utopian, future and present conditions for my vision of a “Video Game Renaissance”. </p>
<p>#animation</p>
<p>00:00:00 Intro; Nova Scotia arts cuts focus</p>
<p><strong>DISCLAIMER: The Service of Writing Artist Grants (for others) has 100% of my respect: I didn't finish my thought about some people needing to budget 10% of a granted award for that service which is evidence of how much work is required to access / navigate this type of  funding.</strong></p>
<p>00:15:01 Grants-to-individuals slashed 690k→130k</p>
<p>00:48:57 Individuals vs organizations; resilience realities</p>
<p><strong>DISCLAIMER: applying as a Organization is very different requirement than Individual Artist. Only support from me towards the folks on the ground doing important work as an organization. I was expressing frustrations around my own limitations to be helpful in that sphere.</strong></p>
<p>01:08:13 Smiling Friends impact, tone, style</p>
<p>01:39:04 Artistic Production rules: on‑model, 3/4 staging, communication</p>
<p>#astrology</p>
<p>01:48:01 Virgo lunar eclipse overview</p>
<p>01:50:26 Embrace imperfection; keep publishing</p>
<p>01:58:48 Leo–Virgo–Libra evolutionary sequence</p>
<p>02:11:02 Aries action versus Pisces drift</p>
<p>02:22:37 Mercury‑in‑Pisces “The Thing” analogy</p>
<p>#videogames</p>
<p>02:31:16 Video game renaissance defined</p>
<p>02:33:20 Steam model; 30% platform cut</p>
<p>02:36:33 Emulation and decomp breakthroughs</p>
<p>02:44:18 AAA fatigue; live‑service clones critiqued</p>
<p>02:57:18 Single‑A mindset; Deeper visions on unique Video Games</p>
<p> </p>
<p>Support, listen elsewhere & stay in the loop</p>
<p>→ www.cookerzilla.ca</p>
<p>Hosted by Joshua Owen (Cookerzilla)</p>
<p>New episode every week. Explicit.</p>
<p>Music by Tyler Hayden.</p>
<p><p>DISCLAIMER: This show contains adult themes and occasional vulgar language. Listener discretion is advised.</p><p>Support / Keep in the loop:<br><a href="http://www.cookerzilla.ca">www.cookerzilla.ca</a><br>→ <a href="https://www.patreon.com/cw/cookerzilla">Patreon</a><br>→ <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/cookerzilla-animation-astrology-video-games/id1875562865" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a><br>→ <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/0udSaaPwCJwJex1AoqxzgI?si=hBYG0VaTTsKDR-z-UlyEdA&amp;nd=1&amp;dlsi=f2ae3abf6163460d" target="_blank">Spotify</a><br>→<a href="https://www.instagram.com/cookerzilla/"> Instagram</a><br>→ <a href="https://x.com/Cookerzilla">X</a>&nbsp;&amp; <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/cookerzilla.bsky.social">Bluesky</a></p><p>write into the show with your questions / comments!<br><a href="mailto:josh%40cookerzilla.ca" target="_blank">JOSH@COOKERZILLA.CA&nbsp;</a></p><p>Podcast Created and hosted by Joshua Owen // Cookerzilla<br>Music by Tyler Hayden</p></p>]]></content:encoded>
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The Lunar South Node Eclipse in Virgo eradicates my “perfectionist” ego as this podcast further pummels all delusion of such a thing exists 
To wrap everything in this talk into frenzied bow- I discuss a, perhaps utopian, future and present conditions for my vision of a “Video Game Renaissance”. </itunes:summary>
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The Lunar South Node Eclipse in Virgo eradicates my “perfectionist” ego as this podcast further pummels all delusion of such a thing exists 
To wrap everything in this talk into frenzied bow- I discuss a, perhaps utopian, future and present conditions for my vision of a “Video Game Renaissance”. </itunes:subtitle>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>#003 | @cookerzilla weekly podcast is now every Monday! I rebooted the schedule with an upload to align with the lunar day of the week. </p>
<p>#animation: we iron out podcast wrinkles with words.</p>
<p>#astrology: Transiting Venus in Pisces trines my Scorpio 12th house North Node and Uranus exacts its final opposition to my 12th house sun.</p>
<p>#VideoGames: an exhaustive Xbox debrief and my experience from 2002-2026 in light of the Phil Spencer Era ending + Listen to very end for Josh's vision for the gaming division of microsoft if he were to become CEO of Xbox tomorrow. </p>
<p>Timestamps: <br>
 - revised upon upload (figuring out ways around this!) <br>
 Monday weekday #animation discussion (0:00) <br>
 Transiting & Natal North / South Node & Uranus Astrology (56:55)<br>
 RIP Xbox 2002 - 2026 exhaustive debrief begins (1:38:30) </p>
<p>Support the show & stay in the loop <br>
 www.cookerzilla.ca <br>
 → Patreon → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Instagram → X / Bluesky <br><br>
 Hosted by Joshua Owen (Cookerzilla) <br>
 New episode every week. Explicit. <br>
 Music by Tyler Hayden.</p>
<p><p>DISCLAIMER: This show contains adult themes and occasional vulgar language. Listener discretion is advised.</p><p>Support / Keep in the loop:<br><a href="http://www.cookerzilla.ca">www.cookerzilla.ca</a><br>→ <a href="https://www.patreon.com/cw/cookerzilla">Patreon</a><br>→ <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/cookerzilla-animation-astrology-video-games/id1875562865" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a><br>→ <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/0udSaaPwCJwJex1AoqxzgI?si=hBYG0VaTTsKDR-z-UlyEdA&amp;nd=1&amp;dlsi=f2ae3abf6163460d" target="_blank">Spotify</a><br>→<a href="https://www.instagram.com/cookerzilla/"> Instagram</a><br>→ <a href="https://x.com/Cookerzilla">X</a>&nbsp;&amp; <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/cookerzilla.bsky.social">Bluesky</a></p><p>write into the show with your questions / comments!<br><a href="mailto:josh%40cookerzilla.ca" target="_blank">JOSH@COOKERZILLA.CA&nbsp;</a></p><p>Podcast Created and hosted by Joshua Owen // Cookerzilla<br>Music by Tyler Hayden</p></p>]]></description>
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<p>#animation: we iron out podcast wrinkles with words.</p>
<p>#astrology: Transiting Venus in Pisces trines my Scorpio 12th house North Node and Uranus exacts its final opposition to my 12th house sun.</p>
<p>#VideoGames: an exhaustive Xbox debrief and my experience from 2002-2026 in light of the Phil Spencer Era ending + Listen to very end for Josh's vision for the gaming division of microsoft if he were to become CEO of Xbox tomorrow. </p>
<p>Timestamps: <br>
 - revised upon upload (figuring out ways around this!) <br>
 Monday weekday #animation discussion (0:00) <br>
 Transiting & Natal North / South Node & Uranus Astrology (56:55)<br>
 RIP Xbox 2002 - 2026 exhaustive debrief begins (1:38:30) </p>
<p>Support the show & stay in the loop <br>
 www.cookerzilla.ca <br>
 → Patreon → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Instagram → X / Bluesky <br><br>
 Hosted by Joshua Owen (Cookerzilla) <br>
 New episode every week. Explicit. <br>
 Music by Tyler Hayden.</p>
<p><p>DISCLAIMER: This show contains adult themes and occasional vulgar language. Listener discretion is advised.</p><p>Support / Keep in the loop:<br><a href="http://www.cookerzilla.ca">www.cookerzilla.ca</a><br>→ <a href="https://www.patreon.com/cw/cookerzilla">Patreon</a><br>→ <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/cookerzilla-animation-astrology-video-games/id1875562865" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a><br>→ <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/0udSaaPwCJwJex1AoqxzgI?si=hBYG0VaTTsKDR-z-UlyEdA&amp;nd=1&amp;dlsi=f2ae3abf6163460d" target="_blank">Spotify</a><br>→<a href="https://www.instagram.com/cookerzilla/"> Instagram</a><br>→ <a href="https://x.com/Cookerzilla">X</a>&nbsp;&amp; <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/cookerzilla.bsky.social">Bluesky</a></p><p>write into the show with your questions / comments!<br><a href="mailto:josh%40cookerzilla.ca" target="_blank">JOSH@COOKERZILLA.CA&nbsp;</a></p><p>Podcast Created and hosted by Joshua Owen // Cookerzilla<br>Music by Tyler Hayden</p></p>]]></content:encoded>
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<p>#animation: I discuss my shift away from Youtube Shorts, 2+ years of being on Patreon.com/cookerzilla as an artist without a product or CTA... </p>
<p>#astrology: Pisces Moon culmination, Aquarius New Moon Eclipse aftermath of Strength Training Class. </p>
<p>#VideoGames: the very latest on the ground reporting from the battlefield of the ongoing "Attention War" of AAA video gaming.</p>
<p>Kotaku Article Discussed: <br><a href="https://kotaku.com/why-the-video-game-industry-is-dying-2000671338" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://kotaku.com/why-the-video-game-industry-is-dying-2000671338</a><br><br>
 Introduction and Podcast Themes (0:00)<br>
 The YouTube Shorts Experiment (8:45) <br>
 Podcast Advantages and Patreon Authenticity (52:35) <br>
 Astrology and the "Attention War" (1:47:54) <br>
 Aquarius Eclipse Reflection and Conclusion (2:14:05)<br><br>
 Support the show & stay in the loop <br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">www.cookerzilla.ca </a><br>
 → Patreon → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Instagram → X / Bluesky <br><br>
 Hosted by Joshua Owen (Cookerzilla) New episode every week. Explicit. <br>
 Music by Tyler Hayden.</p>
<p><p>DISCLAIMER: This show contains adult themes and occasional vulgar language. Listener discretion is advised.</p><p>Support / Keep in the loop:<br><a href="http://www.cookerzilla.ca">www.cookerzilla.ca</a><br>→ <a href="https://www.patreon.com/cw/cookerzilla">Patreon</a><br>→ <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/cookerzilla-animation-astrology-video-games/id1875562865" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a><br>→ <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/0udSaaPwCJwJex1AoqxzgI?si=hBYG0VaTTsKDR-z-UlyEdA&amp;nd=1&amp;dlsi=f2ae3abf6163460d" target="_blank">Spotify</a><br>→<a href="https://www.instagram.com/cookerzilla/"> Instagram</a><br>→ <a href="https://x.com/Cookerzilla">X</a>&nbsp;&amp; <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/cookerzilla.bsky.social">Bluesky</a></p><p>write into the show with your questions / comments!<br><a href="mailto:josh%40cookerzilla.ca" target="_blank">JOSH@COOKERZILLA.CA&nbsp;</a></p><p>Podcast Created and hosted by Joshua Owen // Cookerzilla<br>Music by Tyler Hayden</p></p>]]></description>
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      <author>Josh@cookerzilla.ca (Joshua Owen)</author>
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<p>#animation: I discuss my shift away from Youtube Shorts, 2+ years of being on Patreon.com/cookerzilla as an artist without a product or CTA... </p>
<p>#astrology: Pisces Moon culmination, Aquarius New Moon Eclipse aftermath of Strength Training Class. </p>
<p>#VideoGames: the very latest on the ground reporting from the battlefield of the ongoing "Attention War" of AAA video gaming.</p>
<p>Kotaku Article Discussed: <br><a href="https://kotaku.com/why-the-video-game-industry-is-dying-2000671338" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://kotaku.com/why-the-video-game-industry-is-dying-2000671338</a><br><br>
 Introduction and Podcast Themes (0:00)<br>
 The YouTube Shorts Experiment (8:45) <br>
 Podcast Advantages and Patreon Authenticity (52:35) <br>
 Astrology and the "Attention War" (1:47:54) <br>
 Aquarius Eclipse Reflection and Conclusion (2:14:05)<br><br>
 Support the show & stay in the loop <br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">www.cookerzilla.ca </a><br>
 → Patreon → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Instagram → X / Bluesky <br><br>
 Hosted by Joshua Owen (Cookerzilla) New episode every week. Explicit. <br>
 Music by Tyler Hayden.</p>
<p><p>DISCLAIMER: This show contains adult themes and occasional vulgar language. Listener discretion is advised.</p><p>Support / Keep in the loop:<br><a href="http://www.cookerzilla.ca">www.cookerzilla.ca</a><br>→ <a href="https://www.patreon.com/cw/cookerzilla">Patreon</a><br>→ <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/cookerzilla-animation-astrology-video-games/id1875562865" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a><br>→ <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/0udSaaPwCJwJex1AoqxzgI?si=hBYG0VaTTsKDR-z-UlyEdA&amp;nd=1&amp;dlsi=f2ae3abf6163460d" target="_blank">Spotify</a><br>→<a href="https://www.instagram.com/cookerzilla/"> Instagram</a><br>→ <a href="https://x.com/Cookerzilla">X</a>&nbsp;&amp; <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/cookerzilla.bsky.social">Bluesky</a></p><p>write into the show with your questions / comments!<br><a href="mailto:josh%40cookerzilla.ca" target="_blank">JOSH@COOKERZILLA.CA&nbsp;</a></p><p>Podcast Created and hosted by Joshua Owen // Cookerzilla<br>Music by Tyler Hayden</p></p>]]></content:encoded>
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<p>0:00 Intro <br>
 1:21 Saturn Return in Pisces <br>
 23:30 Depression’s Demonic Duration project <br>
 33:39 Animation process & challenges<br>
 1:24:04 Macromedia Flash / Adobe Animate history <br>
 2:11:41 2026 Video Games state + Mewgenics <br>
 2:42:43 Suda51 & Highguard deep dive <br>
 3:05:01 Game industry challenges</p>
<p>Support the show & stay in the loop <br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">www.cookerzilla.ca </a><br>
 → Patreon → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Instagram → X / Bluesky</p>
<p>Hosted by Joshua Owen (Cookerzilla)<br>
 Music by Tyler Hayden.</p>
<p><p>DISCLAIMER: This show contains adult themes and occasional vulgar language. Listener discretion is advised.</p><p>Support / Keep in the loop:<br><a href="http://www.cookerzilla.ca">www.cookerzilla.ca</a><br>→ <a href="https://www.patreon.com/cw/cookerzilla">Patreon</a><br>→ <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/cookerzilla-animation-astrology-video-games/id1875562865" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a><br>→ <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/0udSaaPwCJwJex1AoqxzgI?si=hBYG0VaTTsKDR-z-UlyEdA&amp;nd=1&amp;dlsi=f2ae3abf6163460d" target="_blank">Spotify</a><br>→<a href="https://www.instagram.com/cookerzilla/"> Instagram</a><br>→ <a href="https://x.com/Cookerzilla">X</a>&nbsp;&amp; <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/cookerzilla.bsky.social">Bluesky</a></p><p>write into the show with your questions / comments!<br><a href="mailto:josh%40cookerzilla.ca" target="_blank">JOSH@COOKERZILLA.CA&nbsp;</a></p><p>Podcast Created and hosted by Joshua Owen // Cookerzilla<br>Music by Tyler Hayden</p></p>]]></description>
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<p>0:00 Intro <br>
 1:21 Saturn Return in Pisces <br>
 23:30 Depression’s Demonic Duration project <br>
 33:39 Animation process & challenges<br>
 1:24:04 Macromedia Flash / Adobe Animate history <br>
 2:11:41 2026 Video Games state + Mewgenics <br>
 2:42:43 Suda51 & Highguard deep dive <br>
 3:05:01 Game industry challenges</p>
<p>Support the show & stay in the loop <br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">www.cookerzilla.ca </a><br>
 → Patreon → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Instagram → X / Bluesky</p>
<p>Hosted by Joshua Owen (Cookerzilla)<br>
 Music by Tyler Hayden.</p>
<p><p>DISCLAIMER: This show contains adult themes and occasional vulgar language. Listener discretion is advised.</p><p>Support / Keep in the loop:<br><a href="http://www.cookerzilla.ca">www.cookerzilla.ca</a><br>→ <a href="https://www.patreon.com/cw/cookerzilla">Patreon</a><br>→ <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/cookerzilla-animation-astrology-video-games/id1875562865" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a><br>→ <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/0udSaaPwCJwJex1AoqxzgI?si=hBYG0VaTTsKDR-z-UlyEdA&amp;nd=1&amp;dlsi=f2ae3abf6163460d" target="_blank">Spotify</a><br>→<a href="https://www.instagram.com/cookerzilla/"> Instagram</a><br>→ <a href="https://x.com/Cookerzilla">X</a>&nbsp;&amp; <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/cookerzilla.bsky.social">Bluesky</a></p><p>write into the show with your questions / comments!<br><a href="mailto:josh%40cookerzilla.ca" target="_blank">JOSH@COOKERZILLA.CA&nbsp;</a></p><p>Podcast Created and hosted by Joshua Owen // Cookerzilla<br>Music by Tyler Hayden</p></p>]]></content:encoded>
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<p>Timestamps: <br>
 Introduction & Podcast Launch (0:00) <br>
 Navigating Algorithms & Hook Culture (4:59) <br>
 Astrology, Life Stages & Artistic Journey (28:02) <br>
 Animation, Astrology & Video Games (40:15) <br>
 Filmmaking Challenges & Artistic Rehabilitation (1:06:29)</p>
<p>Support the show & stay in the loop <br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">www.cookerzilla.ca </a><br>
 → Patreon → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Instagram → X / Bluesky <br><br>
 Hosted by Joshua Owen (Cookerzilla) New episode every week. Explicit. <br>
 Music by Tyler Hayden.</p>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>#000 | Mercury in Pisces hits right as I finally launch the Cookerzilla podcast. I talk the astrology of this transit, my artistic rehabilitation after years of creative blocks, the 6-year struggle with my short film “Depression’s Demonic Duration”, why I choose raw stream-of-consciousness over polished “hook culture”, and how animation + astrology + video games are my ABCs.</p>
<p>Timestamps: <br>
 Introduction & Podcast Launch (0:00) <br>
 Navigating Algorithms & Hook Culture (4:59) <br>
 Astrology, Life Stages & Artistic Journey (28:02) <br>
 Animation, Astrology & Video Games (40:15) <br>
 Filmmaking Challenges & Artistic Rehabilitation (1:06:29)</p>
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 Hosted by Joshua Owen (Cookerzilla) New episode every week. Explicit. <br>
 Music by Tyler Hayden.</p>
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