CAGcast #840: #notmybiomes

In CAGcast #840, host GPD returns after a hiatus, greeting listeners from Long Island, New York, while humorously distancing himself from controversial figures like Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell. The episode kicks off with a lighthearted yet detailed account of GPD’s recent illness—complete with sinus infections, nasal sprays, and a deep dive into the absurdity of using a neti pot, which he compares to waterboarding. He shares a fun-filled week-long trip to Las Vegas with his family, covering experiences at the Venetian Hotel, gondola rides, the Sphere, Cirque du Soleil shows, the Pinball Hall of Fame (which he finds underwhelming), and a hockey game where fans threw hats and even a wig. He also discusses a visit to the New York International Auto Show, where he test-drove a futuristic Hyundai Ioniq 6N that mimics combustion engine feel and even drifts—leaving him intrigued about electric vehicles. The hosts review several new releases, including the comedy film *Pizza Movie*, the nostalgic *Short Circuit* (which they watched with their kids), and a deep dive into TV shows like *Born to Bowl*, *Invincible*, *The Night Manager*, and *Daredevil*, with mixed reactions to the latter’s dialogue despite strong fight choreography. They also cover major gaming news: Epic Games laying off 1,000 staff despite $6 billion in revenue, sparking debate over business sustainability; the upcoming *Forza Horizon 6* with its Japan-based map and artistic liberties; and a lawsuit in France over Ubisoft shutting down *The Crew* servers. The episode closes with a plug for GPD’s new app, OnTrain, designed for commuters, and a playful, surreal skit involving a disassembled grasshopper that ends in a philosophical musing on death and reassembly.