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GGR Pirate Radio

GGR Pirate Radio really exemplifies the "pirate radio" mantra. We talk movies, video games, relationships, comics, TV, sports, music and everything else under the sun. The only format: there is no format. All are welcome to talk about the thinks they “geek out” over as long as you follow the only rule: “don’t be a juicebag.”

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The Mental Health Episode

Mike, MC and James Rambo discuss issues with the way mental health is perceived and dealt with in our society. They also discuss how you can help yourself and others who are struggling.

Remember there are always people who want to help and listen. If you want to call the suicide prevention hotline the number is 1-800-273-8255 or 988. You can also go to www.crisistextline.org or you can text 74141. You’re never alone.

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What We Are Thankful For

Mike, Steve and MC discuss what they are thankful for: in their personal lives, when it comes to GGR and in the geeky/nerdy world.

Recorded December 6th, 2019 via Skype.

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The Diner - "Not deadening the emotional pain, just the physical!"

Mike, Steve and MC are “at the Diner” and discuss a little bit of everything as their conversation goes from beer, drinking, being adventurous with food, colds, the military, getting old and more.

Recorded Friday December 8th, 2019 via Skype.

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Old Booze and Empty Seats

Mike, Steve and MC discuss a shipwreck with old Russian booze and some other odd stories about ancient food and drinks. They also discuss the recent survey that shows that the Washington football team is no longer the favorite sports team in the DC area.

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The Diner - Disney+, The Mandalorian and MC's First Star Wars Viewing

Mike, Steve and MC are “at the Diner” to discuss some of the great things now on Disney+. First, MC talks about his experiences at Baltimore Comic Con. Then, Mike and Steve discuss their thoughts on the first 3 episodes of The Mandalorian. They end with MC describing his thoughts on Star Wars as he watched it for the first time.

Recorded Friday November 22nd, 2019 via Skype.

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District of Champions

Mike and MC celebrate the Nationals World Series victory. They discuss the improbable nature of their historic playoff run and how amazing the last 18 months have been for sports in the DC Metro area.

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Fantasy NFL GM

Mike, Steve and MC play Fantasy NFL GM. How would they improve the dumpster fire that is Washington football and the surprisingly unimpressive Pittsburgh squad?

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Excitement in DC, Social Media Woes and Geeky Things

Mike, Steve and MC discuss the current mood in DC with the Nationals battling for the World Series, the issues with social media and some geeky/nerdy news.

Recorded Friday October 25th, 2019 via Skype.

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From New Kids to NL Champs

Mike, MC, Ulie and special guest Paul Craft discuss the incredible growth of the Nationals from Montréal castoff to 2019 National League Champions. With the recent success of the Caps, Mystics and Nats have the D.C. sports teams rewritten their narrative as chokers? The 4 discuss all the implications including giving their true feeling on Bryce Harper and whether there’s any truth to his signing with Philly being the catalyst for this historic run.

It’s an extended episode! Enjoy Nats and DC Sports fans!

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Joker: discussion and review

Mike, Steve and MC discuss DC's newest film, the Todd Phillips' directed "Joker." Mike picks apart the issues he had with the film's message and execution, using reviews from James Rambo, Sherin Nicole and Ulysses E. Campbell as sources reinforcing his points.

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Disney-prepping and Personal Takeaways

Mike and Steve discuss Mike’s upcoming Disney World vacation, in particular his first trip to Galaxy’s Edge, the Star Wars Land in Hollywood Studios. They also discuss things that they have learned from each other in the time they’ve been doing GGR.

Recorded October 4th, 2019 via Skype.

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The Diner - Interviews and Jobs
"The Frog and the Scorpion"

The “cold open” becomes it’s own episode! Mike, Steve, MC and Ulie are “at the Diner” discussing Mindhunter, Turn: Washington’s Spies, and trying to live your life without drama. The conversation turns to sports, in particular the dumpster fire that is Washington football. Where does loyalty end when your favorite team’s ownership and management are not committed to improving the team?

Recorded September 20th, 2019 via Skype.

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College Scandals and Comedy Controversy

Mike and MC discuss Felicity Huffman’s jail time for her involvement in a college admissions bribery scandal. Is anyone really shocked that a rich, white person bought their child a spot in a prestigious college? The two also discuss the issues with the college system currently in place. They also talk about comedians like Dave Chappelle who claim to be “censored” or “cancelled” yet continue to make millions. They discuss Chappelle’s recent special and the biggest insult it created: it wasn’t funny.

Recorded September 13th, 2019 via Skype.

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RIP Eddie Money, Friday the 13th, The BBC & Washington FB Sucks

Mike and MC are running the podcast this evening! They discuss some recent news such as the passing of rock star Eddie Money, the meaning of Friday the 13th and some talk about numerology. They also discuss Bang Bros offering $10 million for the naming rights to the Miami Heat’s arena and the awful disgrace that is Washington NFL football.

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Mt. Bustmore and More Listener Questions

MC Brooks came up with the idea of Mt. Bustmore: the biggest busts in drafts, free agency, ownership, management, etc for our respective teams and some infamous busts such as Jamarcus Russell. Not really a bust, but they also discuss Vince Young and his $5,000 a week Cheesecake Factory tab. They also answer questions from Jeremy K. Lee and Yolanda Harvey about the Spider-Man Marvel/Sony spat and the glut of 80s and 90s movie remakes.

Recorded Friday Sept 6th, 2019 via Skype

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Listener Questions - Football Mt. Rushmore

Mike, Steve, and MC answer some listener questions. First one was courtesy of Dave Thomas, a fellow podcaster. He asked “What is your Washington football Mt. Rushmore?” Mike and MC cover their DC football pantheon plus Steve gives his take on his best Steelers of all time.

Recorded Friday September 7th, 2019 via Skype

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Geek Sheets - D23 News Part 2
Geek Sheets - D23 News Part 1

Mike, Steve, MC and special guest Ulysses E. Campbell of Fantastic Forum discuss some of the big news out of D23. They focus on the Disney Plus announcement and the teaser trailer for Jon Favreau’s “The Mandalorian” series.

Records August 30th, 2019 via Skype.

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