AlphaISM Radio

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Yo peeps,

Tonight, I will be broadcasting the 4th installment of the “Bunkei’s Corner” series, which focuses on non-video game related (but relevant) topics. Tonight I’m covering three subjects:

1) Changes to Regulation E for the banking industry, and how it pertains to you. I’m going to make it a point to keep you guys in the loop on what’s going on in the banking world. I feel that if I help you better manage your finances, it’s a win for all of us.

2) Final Football Results and NFL news/discussion. We’ll talk about my picks that were randomly selected for me since I couldn’t make the draft due to the next topic. We’ll also talk about various teams and their aspirations for this coming season, and of course, the NFC Championship rematch!

3) I almost bought a car, but it didn’t happen. Let me give you the benefit of my painful experience so you’re prepared to avoid the pitfalls that most buyers fall prey to. Some good info here!

See ya at 8:30!

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Yo everyone,

I’m scheduling a show tonight to allow Henry Cen and Marn (as my guests) to reply to the statements made by Triforce in his latest video (link). In addition to letting them tell their side of the story, I will point out specific comments that even I, as an onlooker, find fault. For example, it’s said in the video that Empire “made” Justin Wong. I have a big, big problem with that statement, which I’ll explain on the show. It looks to be a very fun, informative, maybe even heated show.

P.S. I did leave Justin a message letting him know of the show and that he’s invited to come on if he chooses to do so. He’s been pretty conservative on his comments regarding leaving Empire, so I don’t expect that he would say much, if anything at all. I respect his right to move on with his professional gaming career.

See ya @ 4!

Edit (7-31-10): You can download this podcast here. Enjoy!!

Hey everyone,

As I expected, the recent announcement of SFIII 3s online and the message from Ono welcoming our suggestions has splintered the community (at least, the community that cares about 3s). Though much of what I’ve read over the past week is filled with idiocy and outright silliness, there has been some valid points on both sides of the issue. Those who are against a rebalanced mode argue that most people who ask for a rebalance wouldn’t be able to take advantage of such changes anyway, as they do not play the game on a competitive level. Having an arcade-perfect (or at least close to it) would mean easier access for the hardcore 3s community, who had to resort to last-gen consoles to play it.

Those for a rebalance argues that the game, unlike ST, is horribly unbalanced. At medium and high level play, the game is dominated by four characters. They feel that attention to the mid and lower tier characters could rejuvenate the scene–not split it. They contend that OGs who argue on the premise that a rebalance would split the community does not hold water; a rebalance would no more split the community than a sequel.

I have an idea (which I’ll discuss in more detail) that I think will be a fair compromise. Let’s hope …

See ya @ 7!

Hey everyone,

I’m sorry to report that I have to cancel Part 2 of the AlphaISM SSF4 Launch special. Due to scheduling conflicts, the mystery guest has been unable to make time for the show.

Again, my apologies.

~Bunkei

Edit: You can download Part 1 (12 pm – 2pm) here. Part 2 to be continued this weekend where I will reveal the mystery guest, and give listeners a chance to take advantage of an awesome deal!

Hey everyone,

It’s nice to be back for a minute and host a special episode of AlphaISMRadio. I can’t believe it! We’re almost there to April 27th to play probably the most anticipated game in years (yes, even surpassing vanilla SF4). I have one helluva show lined up for you. First, Shinblanka, Keits (organizer behind MWC, the country’s first major SF tournament featuring SSF4), and sp00ky (make sure you check out his site and 24/7 SSF4 stream here) will be joining me to talk about SSF4 and the recent trailer for Marvel vs Capcom 3 (hell hath officially frozen over!).

Furthermore, I have a mystery guest that I plan to have on the show. I can tell you right now that you don’t know him. However, once I show you what he does in his free time, you will be NO DOUBT interested. I won’t tell you who he is or what he does (you’ll have to watch this space on Tuesday for that). However, I can tell you this: what he does is something that will definitely be interesting to those who plan on playing SSF4 hardcore. If you MISS THIS SHOW, you WILL miss out on a deal that will -never- be repeated again. Let me restate: There will be a deal just for you listeners that will NOT be done again. Ever.

More to come …

P.S. Still looking for an editor for my SSF4 site. More on that later too.

Edit: You can download this podcast here.

Yo everyone!

Shinblanka, the director of the Final Round Tournament Series, will be coming on the radio to make a major announcement. I won’t spoil it for you, but I can tell you this: What he has planned has never been done before at a Street Fighter major to my knowledge. Sorry, that’s all I’m going to reveal. You’ll just have to tune in to hear the rest.

I assure you, you WILL be hyped when you hear the news. Thanks in advance to Shinblanka for doing this!!

See ya @ 6:00 pm PST!

Details on how to join the show are as follows:

If you’d like to just listen:

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If you’d like to participate:

1) Download Skype.

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4) Join our IRC channel, #alphaismradio on EFnet, or if you do not have an IRC client, try out our webchat version.

Yo folks,

Here’s the podcast from Wednesday’s show talking about the revelation of the Third Strike characters for SSF4. Of course, being AlphaISM Radio, we talked about other stuff too, including talk about “the dream” I had. Very very disturbing, very very funny. Enjoy!!

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This is a strange show, just a word of warning. It begins with me talking about the weirdest dream I ever had. We also talk about other stuff, but this show may have you laughing your ass off at my expense :/ Enjoy!

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Hey everyone,

About 11 p.m. PST on Friday night, MrWizard from SRK asked me if I like to do a live show announcing the last game for Evolution 2010′s lineup. Of course, I’d love to; as you know, the last slot was not predetermined, but rather it was put up to a vote. Surprisingly, Melty Blood won! This 4-hour podcast features myself, Wizard, Keits, fubarduck and other Melty Blood players as they attempt to explain why Melty Blood won, and why is the game gaining such popularity despite not having a stateside release. It’s another hilarious show with some of everything: comedy, knowledge-dropping, interviews, etc. GREAT show!

P.S. I apologize for falling asleep

Part 1

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Yo everyone!

I’ve scheduled a live AlphaISM Radio Podcast for 6:00 pm PST/9:00 pm EST. We’ll have some news for Final Round fans that you’ll definitely like if you’re a Tekken 6 fan Also, I’m proud to bring back prank calls to AlphaISM Radio that were so popular in the past. This one is special as the prank call will be to my aunt, who has an explosive temper. I plan to tell her that her Social Security will be cut down to $20 per month. I will use a southern accent, and will refer to her “negro woman” to get her riled up. Don’t worry; she hasn’t talked to me in over 2 years, so she won’t know my voice. This should be an epic call that should easily sail into all-time prank call HOF.

P.S. I’m STILL looking for a chief editor for my new SSF4 site. Read the previous blog entry for details.

See ya Saturday!

If you want to participate, simply follow the steps below. (Microphone is required, laptop mics are NOT allowed)

1) Download Skype.

2) Install and add Benji-man01 as the contact via Tools.

3) Simply select Benji-man01 by right clicking the name on the Contact list, and select “Start Call”.

4) Join our IRC channel, #alphaismradio on EFnet, or if you do not have an IRC client, try out our webchat version.