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Shane, Your Lazy!

2008-06-27T13:26:00.002-04:00

I am not lazy!!! ....
Well maybe a little....

I get a lot of emails asking why I don’t Blog more. And I always tell people, the reason I don't blog as much as I would like is because... Wait for it.... Wait for it...... IM GAMING!!!!
Plus no one really reads these anyways. Do you? "Really...?"

Lets be realistic here, I am a "One Man Show" for PWNED RADIO. You may say, but you have Floyd and "The Posse" Yes, I do but... This is not they’re show, it's my show and I'm really the only one that is "Passion" for PWNED.. Jez, I sound like the "Quote Man" from SNL. No more quotes, I "promise"

Floyd, my producer... Does a lot for me and I really need his help. He fills a VOID left by someone we all know and miss, right? But, really doesn't have a vested interest in PWNED RADIO. I know I give him a hard time a lot On-Air but he is key to PWNED

Paul (FBI Director) Knows his Pro Gaming! And brings a great deal of knowledge to our show each week. I just need to find a great way to use Paul more on the show. I know not everyone gets Pro-Gaming but trust me.. There is a BIG interest in it! In-Fact , PWNED RADIO will be partnering with a group this summer in hunts for MICHIGANS New Pro Gaming TEAM!!!

Dan... He's my Brother In Law and a GAMER with a ton of Sound and Video know how! With his newly increased family size, tie for PWNED RADIO has been cut big time!

Lisandra - Our Gaming News Update person.. Has moved on to a new gig with TV and we wish her well! So, we do have a new spot open for our update person. If you know someone in Radio School and is female, send them my way now! It's not paid but nice resume builder!

Molly - Our Intern... She’s an Intern... Go get me some coffee! No, I’m just kidding! Molly is one of the coolest girls I know... She is so down to earth and nice.. I’m going to hate it when she leaves!

Our Correspondents! We love them... I just wish we had a few more. We need more reports!
Email me!

Podcasts, Listeners and Subscriptions!
PWNED RADIO is for you! Not Me! I do this show because Michigan gamers need a show like this. I have always been a big time gamer and long time radio fan. I always thought a Gaming Radio Show would rock and for years I've tried to get it on-the-air. Now its here and I need everyone to take ownership. I promise you this, if you spread the word to all your friends.. I will not let you down. It takes 5 minutes to forward a link, Post a note or download a podcast! Those are things that help our show.

If I could get all of you to do just 2 things on this list, I think PWNED RADIO would be here to stay!

1) Post a link and comment on your Guild or Clan Forum about PWNED RADIO

2) Tell you friends to subscribe to this Blog!

3) Visit our Website and listen to podcasts (www.971theticket.com) Click Show Hosts / PWNED RADIO

4) Open iTunes on your computer, put PWNED RADIO in the search bar and subscribe to our show in Itunes. This drives me nuts, that really BAD show get featured here and not PWNED RADIO!

5) Add Us to your Friends List and tell all your friends about PWNED RADIO! http://www.myspace.com/pwnedradio

Ok, so you all know I’m playing Age of Conan.. LOVE THIS GAME!!! Sorry everyone better then World of Warcraft!

What are you guys and gals playing? Let me know!

YES, New Show this week!!!! SUNDAY 8PM EST! I PROMISE!!!
AND I WILL PROMISE TO PODCAST MORE SHOWS.. I MUST SHOW MOLLY HOW TO DO THIS!!!

Shane

State of the PWNED 2008

2008-06-04T07:17:00.002-04:00

As everyone knows, we were not On-The-Air last weekend due to a Late Tigers Game start. Now, I appreciate all the emails from last Sunday.. I really do, but you must understand, it is not the stations fault we get bumped.

97.1 FM has been so great to keep us on the air going into our 2nd year. We are very happy "They" get it! Each an every year the Video Game Industry gets bigger and bigger and I know this Video Game Show format does work!

The radio industry is rated via a rating system called Arbitron. Each quarter they release what is call a ratings book. Stations look at these numbers and decide who is doing well and who needs improvement. Well, PWNED RADIO does "OK" here for the weekend, I'd say top 20 in the Detroit Market in our time slot from 8-10pm. You maybe wondering why I'm telling you this... Well, from time to time we get emails asking us "How are we doing in the ratings?" I believe, because we have not had a "Home" time slot our numbers could be higher. NOT THE STATIONS FAULT! We are on a very successful radio station and that's the price we pay. I also think, we have a lot of Internet stream listeners and podcast followers across the country, that doesn't track very well via Arbitron.

Hopefully one day very soon, we will have a real "Home" time slot that we can call our own! I think once we stop moving around, this will really show the station, gamers deserve they're Gaming Radio!

I love our fans, they are the greatest! When I meet people out & about, they are so cool and friendly. I love being stopped and asked about PWNED RADIO! I could be at the Ice Cream shop grabbing a cone and someone hears my voice and asks... "Are you Shane from PWNED RADIO?" Our my son comes home from school, Stevenson High in Sterling Heights and tells me people in class were talking about last nights PWNED RADIO. How great is that! BUT.... I also talk to A LOT of gamers all across the Detroit area and ask them if they even know about our show. When they say "No", I scratch my head and go WOW.. The second I tell them about it, they are like "Great, I only wish I knew about it before, now I have something cool to listen too." This happens more then you think. So I was thinking how can we fix this? I'm going to tell you...

1.) I think we need EVERY ONES help! A PWNED RADIO Street team? If you want to help email me at sirrens@pwnedradio.com During the show, I will announce what street team member has done what.. Thoughts?

2.) Bring a friend! If each and everyone of you, just told a friend about us.. That would double our friends! Takes five minutes to make a podt on your myspace or clan website. Please can I get some help here? Let people know at your school or work!

3.) Get people to wear a PWNED RADIO t-shirt? I'm not a wealthy guy, but if I could I would buy each and everyone of you a PWNED shirt! This was the cheapest I could find out there. http://www.zazzle.com/got_pwned_team_pwned_radio_shirt-235976530894245491 (NO MONEY WILL BE MADE FROM THIS) Now, if you know of a cheaper place to get this done? Please do! and let me know!

4.) PODCASTS - It drives me nuts that if you open iTunes on your computer and search PWNED RADIO. We show up there in the store! BUT, we can not get featured on iTunes. I don't know how this is picked but when I see some guy in his basement with no production and a bad show getting featured, just burns my ass! I think, if everyone could subscribe to our podcast in Itunes and leave a review.. That would help! http://phobos.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=269551609
Tell people about us! And send them to our website: www.971theticket.com

Ok, now that I've got everyone helping.. I'm not asking for help because we are going off the air. I just need help getting the word out about PWNED RADIO. I really want to show the station GAMERS are a force to be reckoned with and a loyal group!

Before I let you go, Check out this movie preview called : FRAG!
Looks pretty damn cool

Frag Movie :: Trailer # 1

New Podcasts Up and Help Us!

2008-05-22T17:10:00.002-04:00

That’s right; I finally posted new show podcasts from last weeks show.
I know… I know... I'm slow getting them up and people have asked me many times to post more of our past shows.

Here's the thing, I NEED to show our new intern Molly how to do this. It's just with the move to the new studio (Love it) time just has not been on my side! I promise to do this training this week, so look for new podcasts after each show!

WE NEED YOUR HELP!
We need everyone to load up ITunes on there computers, do a search for PWNED RADIO.. Click the ITunes Store Podcast logo for PWNED RADIO and Hit Subscribe! I need to get this number up quickly. I have been trying to figure out how we can get "Featured" in the Gaming Podcast area for ITunes and I believe this is the way!

Please, should only take a minute or two! Don't forget after you subscribe.. Leave a comment as well!

AGE OF CONAN
I just started playing Age of Conan of PC and all I have to say is "Holy Sh*t" This is a M-Rated MMO by Funcom and I predict this maybe very well be the "WOW Killer"
Head over to our site: http://www.971theticket.com Show Hosts - PWNED RADIO
I posted our Official PWNED RADIO Server and my toon name: Sirrens
Make sure if you get this game, you add me as friend!

On a side note- Make sure you have a powerful gaming computer or your just NOT going to be able to play this game to its fullest potential!

A BIG THANK YOU! to the guys over at Mythlogic Computers for letting me use one of they're super bad ass gaming laptops. Runs Conan perfectly! FLAWLESS!!! You can view the gaming rig I'm using here! http://www.mythlogiccorp.com Make sure to pay them a visit!

THIS WEEKS SHOW:
Another MMO that will be giving WOW a run for its money? STARGATE ONLINE!
we will be talking to the studio head for Stargate Online and giving away some GREAT Stargate "Jersey" Style shirts on this Sundays Show!

Motor City Comic Con Tomorrow! May 17th

2008-05-16T22:26:00.004-04:00

Hey Everyone, I will be attending Motor City Comic Con tomorrow from 11:00AM -2:00PM at Rock Financial Place in Novi!

I will be giving away a couple VERY NICE "Pirates of the Caribbean Online" PRIZE PACKS! People, when I say NICE - I mean GREAT PRIZE PACKS!

All you have to do is FIND ME WALKING THE CROWDS and say

"PWNED RADIO KICKS ASS" and YOU WIN! While I have them, so first come, first WIN!

Not sure what I look like? Then head over to http://www.971theticket.com/

click "show hosts"(PWNED RADIO) Then just find me at the event!

Shane Hamelin and "The PWNED POSSE" will be there so make sure you say hello when you see us!

DON'T FORGETT - SPREAD THE WORD!

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PWNED RADIO & YOU!

2008-05-05T15:58:00.002-04:00

Well I'm sitting here thinking how to make PWNED RADIO better for our fans. It's not that I think we are not putting together a good show, but the perfectionist in me wants "The Best" show we can do! FOR YOU!

This is how you come in!
I want everyone to email us and let us know what we can do for you!
I will make you this promise, send in your ideas and I will really put them on the table during our production meetings

I just ask of one thing from you!

Please help us spread the word about PWNED RADIO. These are the things we need FAST action on now!

EMAIL your friends about PWNED RADIO
Get people to subscribe to this BLOG
Get new people to our 97.1 Website and listen to the podcasts! Here are is the link to send people: http://www.971theticket.com/pages/1222206.php
Subsribe to our itunes podcasts here: http://phobos.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=269551609

Use your Clan Forums, Myspace.. Anything you can to help spread the word!

Thank you all!

Shane

GTA 4 & You!

2008-04-29T07:55:00.003-04:00

Today is the day! GTA 4 hits the stores.

I don't know about you but Im going to head over to my favoraite 'Video Game Rental Store" and give it a try! I have really never been a fan of the GTA series. Which I just don't understand.. The game draws a lot of people to it, just not me. BUT...

With mulitplayer support, it now has peaked my interests and I'm hoping to be converted. I have read there will be no supported "Clan" play. Why Not? With all the delays, they could have had this ready, don't you think? Maybe, one of the "Big" surprises will be Clan/Gang support for Xbox Live!

I will update you all on this coming PWNED RADIO May 4th 8PM EST on 97.1 FM "The Ticket" Lets hope it is all its hyped to be!

If you have played it on either Xbox 360 or PS3, please post your comments here!

SPECIAL REPORT

2008-04-18T00:11:00.007-04:00

Video Gamer Kills 3 While Trying To Rent New GTA4

Thursday, April 17, 2008
DENWP NEWS
A Michigan avid Video Gamer kills 3 while waiting for new video game to be released, GTA 4 is to be release at the end of April but man snaps in rental store when he finds out he'll have to wait a few more weeks. Video Game addiction plays key role in this shooting, states local police.

Marcus Fenix, 39, of Ruined City, Michigan, was a Skynet machines programmer who was taking the drug Synthehol to try and kick his online gaming habit, the Smallville's Daily Torch reports. I know a lot of you people are reading this with out batting an eye and probably have yet to figure out this story is a fake! Well, gotcha... Now if I would of titled the story "Local Gamers Give $4,000 to Michigan Charity", how many people would of read it? Really...?

It seems our local media feels the same way! Last week Gamers Outreach Foundation, through they're annual "Gamers for Giving" event raised over $4,000 for the Michigan Branch of The Autism Society of America. The event was a huge success, with gamers from all over Michigan and the United States converging on to Eastern Michigan Campus to pitch in and support a great charity!

We invited the guys from Gamers Outreach in studio to present the "Over sized Check" to the Autism Society local chapter Representatives, last week. We also sent out invites to all local TV Media News Stations, just in case they wanted a nice "Puff" make you feel good story for the 10 o'clock edition. I was so surprised to see how many station vans pulled up to the 97.1 studios! NOT A SINGLE ONE!

I know, before you go say " There are bigger stories to cover then some stupid Video Game Radio show looking for PR", you are correct! I to feel I can't get enough news on Kwame or Michigan gas prices or people losing the jobs and homes here in Detroit....

OK, really?..?

I just think its time video gamers, yes you.. The lady that can't put down there cell phone version of Bejeweled - the guy that comes home from a long day of work to play a few innings of MLB 2k8 before dinner - the kid that just PWNS at Call of Duty 4.. You are all gamers! So the next time the media lumps you in a group of crazy, anti social "Gamers" they mean YOU! It's time the media share more positive stories about us and start reporting the real news about the Video Game Industry, which is a hell of a lot bigger then the Glamorous Movie Industry, which we all can't even relate too!

Thanks for letting me get that off my chest! And you all that still think the story about was real? Don't you have a DVR recording of Gossip Girls to watch!

SHANE

PWNED RADIO & PWNED POSSE

Blog Comments? Email me here at: sirrens@pwnedradio.com

THE STATE OF GAMING IN MICHIGAN

2008-03-31T11:48:00.002-04:00

With the Michigan economy in trouble, Governor Granholm is now pushing for a Video Game Industry TAX Break for companies willing to move to Michigan.

This Bill, which also includes the Movie and TV industries, is said to help stimulate the economy here in Michigan. All that is needed is a vote on the Michigan Senate floor and the Bill passes.

I find it really funny that Granholm, once an opponent of video games, is now trying to work with this industry. It just shows you, that politicians are so wishy-washy with policy, they just follow the money! Don't get me wrong, I live here in Michigan and want to see this economy recover. I just have a feeling that most major video game companies will see right through this and choose not to move on this tax break!

Really, why would a video game company move to Michigan?

* Do we have a Pro Gaming stop on the tour, either with MLG (Major League Gaming) or CGS (Championship Gaming Series)?

* Do we have an area now for them to move into and the infrastructure to support these companies? Remember, game companies like to be located in happening, hip areas near each other. I would say downtown Detroit but the city can't support major business right now, TRUST ME!

* Why would a company move to a State were its Major city is filled with corruption!

* Can you trust a government that once opposed you? I can just see them now, trying to hold that tax break over there heads once the make the move!

It may sound like I'm against this but I'm not! Hell, I do a Video Game Show for CBS in Detroit, which would be great for us at PWNED! I just feel it's too late for the administration and maybe once we get a new regime in Lansing and Detroit, these companies may take us seriously!

Thanks for letting me vent a little! I say we form a PRO GAMING TEAM right here in Michigan called PWNED ROCKCITY! Now we just need a team sponsor! I know we have the talent right here in MICHIGAN and could win these major tournament tours! Bring some Championships and Money back to Michigan! If you would like to sponsor our Michigan Pro Team, email me!

BELOW IS THE NEW BILL ARTICLE:

Michigan Forging Ahead on Tax Breaks for Games, Movies

Once an opponent of video games, Gov. Jennifer Granholm is now pushing legislation that will provide tax incentives encouraging film and video game production in Michigan. The proposal would grant the industry 40% state tax credit or rebate on production costs for movies, TV shows, miniseries, documentaries, video games and Internet programs.

“We have an opportunity to do something that will provide an immediate stimulus to our ailing economy,” said House Commerce Chairman Andy Meisner.

The bill has passed the House and only the rebate segment is awaiting approval by the Senate. The incentive would be the most enticing in the nation.

This could open up some great possibilities for the industry. If you want to get into the games industry, you pretty much have to be willing to move to Texas or California. Having studios in the Midwest would be a boon for some of us.via WILX

iTunes Type Store for Rockband?

2008-03-21T13:00:00.002-04:00

All you ROCKBAND Groupies, Myself included!
Harmonix reveals the Rock Band Music Store, a menu-driven iTunes-inspired store-front that will be available from within the game. The Rock Band Music Store, along with other semi-significant software updates (for both PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360) will be coming this week.
With all the music downloads that have been released on Marketplace and Sony Store, this should help a hell of a lot!
THANK YOU HARMONIX!

We are heading out tomorrow night with the group - M.P.I, Metro Paranormal Investigations (http://www.metroparanormal.org)
To do an investigation at the Howell Oprea House, built in 1881.
We will be recording sound and video for the show, so stay tuned.. Floyd and I have a little bet, whom will run out like a girl first!

Yes, I know... What does this have anything to do with gaming? Well, afew months ago
Chris from MPI emailed us because I said something about how I think Psychic are full of crap.. Well most of them! Chris then invited us to tag along on a hunt to see how they do things... Ofcourse, Im going to go and try to capture something on digital tape. Just think of it as our very own Silent Hill run!

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Don't forget, THIS and EVERY SUNDAY! 8-10PM EST PWNED RADIO

Lets get back to Gaming!

2008-03-13T22:58:00.003-04:00

HARDCORE GAMING?

Yes, Yes.. I know! Where have all the blog posts been. Well, I’ve been busy GAMING!
I always thought, man it would be great doing a show about Video Games! Talking about something I love and playing video games all day.. And getting paid to it at that! Wrong!!!

Let me tell you, ever since I've been doing PWNED RADIO, one year this past Sunday.
I have had so little time to game, its amazing. So this got me thinking, how do you really find time to game?

I'm not talking about jumping on your Xbox for 20 Minutes and calling it a night but serious GAMING! I remember the days of 10-12 hour runs, not stopping but to hit the bathroom or refill your Mt. Dew.

Are these days over for me?
What!
Because I have a family, job, friends.. This has to stop?
Well Yes... or does it?

People… tell me how it’s done. You know Age of Conan and Warhammer is coming, help me find my way back to those glory days! I know you hold the key to me getting back my true love! HARDCORE GAMING!

NEW PODCASTS

PWNED RADIO has posted new podcasts!
1) Fatal1ty Gaming Headset Review
2) VIDEO GAMES & POLITICS
3) PWNED RADIO FAN GAMING NIGHT

Goto: http://www.971theticket.com

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SUPPORT THEM!

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Follow the banner below and tell them PWNED RADIO sent you!
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Don't forget! What’s the best thing you can do to help PWNED RADIO?
Tell everyone about us!
Send people to our site: HERE!
Let them know about our Blog Here!
Get people to spread the word!

See you all Sunday's 8-10PM EST!
97.1 FM "THE TICKET"

Shane
PWNED RADIO

PWNED RADIO & STICKAM.COM

2008-02-21T17:55:00.000-05:00

Hey everyone, make sure you tell everyone we are setting up stickam.com page so during the show you can watch us live and chat with others during our shows..

Make sure you create a free account and then add us , like myspace, as friend..
http://www.stickam.com/profile/pwnedradio

Shane
PWNED RADIO

TONS OF NEW SHOW PODCASTS ARE UP!

2008-02-16T04:11:00.002-05:00

I know, I know! But I finally did it and put the new show podcasts up!
Make sure you stop by: NEW SHOW PODCASTS HERE!

We have some great stuff and here is what the shows are about!

NEW G4 TV Gamer Girl?
We talk to Ciji AKA- StarSlay3r about her chances at being the new G4 TV "Gamer Girl"
Make sure to stop by here TO VOTE

GAMERS SUPPORT OUR TROOPS!
We talk about a Marine stationed in Iraq that is in need of help! After you listen to the Podcast, you can goto: GAMERS SUPPORT TROOPS

NEW FEMALE PWNED POSSE MEMBER?
We welcome our new Video Game News Update Girl!

And FINALY!
Should Floyd (PWNED PRODUCER) be fired!
Shane reads the first ever Listener DS Correspondent report and right after, Floyd does the un-thinkable! YOU HAVE TO HEAR WHAT HAPPENS NEXT!

I wanted to let you guys and gals know.. We are thinking of moving from Myspace to Stickam! This way you can soon not only Listen to the show BUT Watch it via In-Studio Webcams! Head over to stickam and create that account and add us as a friend! Its going to be great!

Now, here comes my rant/bitch!
As everyone knows, we have been looking for PWNED Correspondents! We need people to submit a report on the different video game industry areas and send in the Audio or Video (YouTube or now Stickam).. We had a lot of people saying they wanted the chance. Guys, submit those reports/reviews! Get them in ASAP.. You said you would do something for the show and have dropped the ball. Please don't make me go on the air and tell everyone who asked to be a correspondent, but has not submitted!

Ok, done with my rant.. As always, make sure you spread the word about PWNED RADIO! Tell all your friends, hit all the forums and message boards!
TELL EVERYONE!

See you this Sunday 8-10PM EST!

Shane

SUPER TUESDAY & PWNED RADIO, Don't Listen to the Media!

2008-02-05T14:26:00.001-05:00

Ok, I know politics really doesn't fit for PWNED RADIO and Gaming BUT...

I wanted to talk to all you in the Super Tuesday States. I have Four (4) words for all of you: GET OUT AND VOTE!

The Media is going to start making predictions, saying said candidate is winning in a landside hoping you just sit home and say, "Why should I vote now, won't matter"

WRONG, this is a trick the media has always done and it keeps people home. There are a lot of West Coast, Mountain Time zone states that will post result late in the night and YOUR VOTE DOES COUNT!

Please remember when watching the news tonight and think this:
IT’S A TRICK!

Please everyone, GO OUT AND VOTE!
And Re-Post this to all your FRIENDS! It’s a very important Bulletin!

Thank you All

Shane
PWNED RADIO
Sunday's 8-10PM EST
97.1 FM "The Ticket"

Our PWNED RADIO Friend StarSlay3r! Trying Out for G4

2008-02-03T15:01:00.000-05:00

Our PWNED RADIO Friend, StarSlay3r is trying out for a spot on G4.. Now you must register for the vote to count, but who cares. Just help her out!

Thanks All and thanks to Coin-Op TV for letting us know!

VOTE FOR StarSlay3r HERE!

Shane
PWNED RADIO

NEW SHOW TONIGHT!

2008-02-02T11:49:00.001-05:00

Hey Gamers!
Yes, I know we have been moving the show around a little this month but that will all get fixed starting next week.

BUT TODAY... We are on the air at 5 PM EST. If you can't listen on your radio, no worries.. Just go to our station website and stream the show live.
LISTEN LIVE HERE!

We are asking for all the PWNED Fans to help spread the word about our show.. Hit up your MySpace friends, post on your favorite forums and subscribe to our Blog/Newsletter here: PWNED LIVE BLOG/NEWSLETTER

What to keep us on the air? Then always visit our show sponsors, If I talk about them on the air.. Show them some PWNED Love! Visit our TOP Friends..

PWNED RADIO correspondent. The time for action is now. I need all that wanted (You know whom you are) to submit your updates. We currently have people doing, PC Hardware-Xbox 360&Live-ProGaming-Wii (Maybe)-OldSchool Gaming(Maybe)- MMO's (Maybe)
We still need PS3,DS (I think),FPS and others if you can think of a good one, just let me know. The best way to do this is submit your work to YouTube and put PWNED RADIO in title somewhere. Then send me the link. we are currently looking at doing Stickam but just don't know yet.

Shane
PWNED RADIO

Yes, I'm a Dumb Ass!

2008-01-29T13:04:00.000-05:00

You heard it! I'm a dumb ass! On last weeks show, I said we would be moving to Sundays starting this coming weekend! I was wrong.. We will start doing Sunday's the following week. Feb. 10th, we start doing PWNED RADIO on Sunday Nights from 8-10PM EST. Sorry everyone for the bad dates. So, we will be on this SATURDAY Feb.2nd 5-7PM EST.
On another note, Thank you all for submitting emails about wanting to be a PWNED RADIO correspondent. The time for action is now. I need all that wanted (You know whom you are) to submit your updates. We currently have people doing, PC Hardware-Xbox 360&Live-ProGaming-Wii (Maybe)-OldSchool Gaming(Maybe)- MMO's (Maybe)
We still need PS3,DS (I think),FPS and others if you can think of a good one, just let me know. The best way to do this is submit your work to YouTube and put PWNED RADIO in title somewhere. Then send me the link. we are currently looking at doing Stickam but just don't know yet.

Shane

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Interesting Story
Mass Effect
Jack Thompson Defends Mass Effect

Believe it or not Jack Thompson and I email sorta regularly. Granted he usually emails me bizarre, over-the-top press releases (which I often don't post) and I respond with disjointed quotes from movies, which I hope will one day remove that last wobbly hinge of his. (No luck yet).

Last week Jack emailed me a press release entitled "Grand Theft Auto IV to Be Released April 29; Culture War Begins Now" and after my typical poking, I got on to the topic of the Mass Effect controversy and was shocked, literally out of my socks, to find him defending the game... sort of. Apparently, even anti-gaming crusader Jack Thompson found self-help author Cooper Lawrence (who he refers to as a man), uninformed and the entire controversy contrived. Hellooooo kettle.

To: Brian
From: Jack
Immediate News Release - January 24, 2008
Grand Theft Auto IV to Be Released April 29; Culture War Begins Now

To: Jack
From: Brian
I like your new glasses.

To: Brian
From: Jack
Wow, as usual you're grasping the real news here.

To: Jack
From: Brian
I'm surprised you haven't been looking into Mass Effect.
http://kotaku.com/348692/ea-fighting-mad-about-fox-news-but-still-no-correction?cpage=2#viewcomments

To: Brian
From: Jack
Why would you be surprised. I don't see any problem with it. The guy who shot his mouth off about it had no idea what the Hell he was talking about.

To: Jack
From: Brian
You mean you're OK with mass effect?

To: Brian
From: Jack
Of course. This contrived controversy is absolutely ridiculous. Report that, why don't you?

Consider it reported. Now where did my socks go?

PWNED RADIO LIVE ON THE AIR TODAY!

2008-01-26T11:40:00.001-05:00

Ok everyone, We are back on the air LIVE today!
Just a small change in time the show will start today at 6PM EST!
See you all tonight!
Shane

PWNED RADIO'S FAVORITE THINGS!

2008-01-23T18:52:00.000-05:00

I just wanted to share with you one of PWNED RADIO'S Favorite Crews!
If your not a fan or just have never met the PURE PWNAGE guys, CHECK THEM OUT!

Shane
PWNED RADIO
97.1 FM "The Ticket"

Good News or Bad! Just Depends!

2008-01-23T18:06:00.001-05:00

This weekends show (Saturday Jan 286th) will be on at 6PM-8PM EST!
NOT 5PM
AND...... Starting next week! We are moving back to Sunday Nights 8-10PM EST!
This maybe good news for some people.. Let us know what you think!

Read the post below! We still have Correspondent spots left, so send in those links and tryouts!

Shane

We are coming back this week!

2008-01-22T11:38:00.000-05:00

Well, the time is now here and PWNED RADIO will be back on the air this weekend!
Saturday Jan. 26th 5-7PM EST.
Thank you for all the support emails and no, we didn't get fired or cancelled. Just due to the NFL playoff coverage 97.1 carried, we had to take a back seat til they were done! Now they are done and we are back!

Like I stated on the New Years Show, PWNED RADIO is looking for Correspondents and Reviewers. The PWNED Crew, just can't get to it all and this is a show for Gamers, By Gamers! This is your show fans and we want you to be apart of our show!

Here are the correspondents we are looking for. As a Correspondent you are to submit a report either via Phone (Live On-Air), Submit Audio File (Via Email) or You Tube Video (Submit Link to your upload).
We Need: Xbox & Xbox Live, Wii, MMO UPDATE, PS3, DS, Gaming Tournaments/LAN Center Happenings, FPS Console and PC and New Hardware and Accessories Correspondents!

If you want one of these spots, you must do the following!
1) Be able to submit at least once a month (You can submit as often as you like too)
2) A Sample Report (Like a Try-Out)
3) And some Passion!
Send us what you've got for this weekends show: sirrens@pwnedradio.com
*Note- If you submit Via YouTube (How Cool is that) Make sure you put PWNED RADIO in the title!!!

Also, Game Reviewers!
Is there a new game out you picked up?
Do a review for us!
All we ask is you follow the PWNED Format!
Rate each category from 1-10 Headshots!

RATING CATAGORIES:
Gameplay – Responsiveness, Game Lag, Controls, Fun Game Play? Is this game challenging?
Graphics – Game Visuals, Games Appearance and Presentation
Sound – Quality of In-Game Sound Effects, Voice Action and Sound Track.
Value – Re-Playability, Compare retail price to its playable shelf life, verses other games like it.
Multiplayer – How well does it play online with other players? Fun Maps, Downloadable content?

This is your chance to shine! You never know what can happen..
Here is how to submit reviews,
Via YouTube or Email Us Audio File!
Just like above, if it’s Via YouTube, make sure to send us the link and put PWNED RADIO in title!

Ok All, We are waiting for you replies!

Shane and The PWNED CREW!
PWNED RADIO
97.1 FM "The Ticket"
Saturday's 5-7PM EST

Enjoy The Video

We also need your help. Can we please get ALL our Myspace friends to Subscribe to the PWNED RADIO LIVE blog? Please do this ASAP! This will show support for the show in many ways!
Go here to subscribe:
http://www.pwnedradio.com/blog/eblog.html
Put your email address in the box and hit SUBSCRIBE!
THANK YOU ALL!

Tomorrow on MotorCity Mornings

2008-01-15T12:51:00.000-05:00

Hey everyone!

I will be on-the-air with Jay and Bill tomorrow morning on Motor City Mornings. So make sure you wakeup early! Jay and Bill are going to form a band and give it a try.. This is going to be funny. I know a lot of you people are going to say, "Why do other shows on 97.1 do gaming topics, when they already have PWNED RADIO?" I will tell you why, gaming is a huge business now and everyone wants a piece of it! Everyone games and anytime I can get more promo for PWNED RADIO, I'm going to do it! Make sure you tune in and show your PWNED support!

Also, I wanted to let you guys and gals know about a cool internet radio station. A lot of local Michigan DJ's and they play some great music. (STOP) Let me ask you this, can I stop using Guys and Gals and just say "Guys"? When I say "Guys" I mean all our fans both male and female. Would that be ok? But anyways, head over to http://beastradio.com and tell Brad I said "Hello"

As always, make sure you spread the word about PWNED RADIO and this blog. I know the show is doing very well in Detroit but believe it or not there are some many Michigan and other gamers that just don't know about us yet! Spread the Word! And go PWN someone!

Important note! All those that received an HD Player for Christmas either an Xbox HD or Toshiba model, return them before the 30 day return policy runs out! Trust me people, I have been a BIG XBOX and HD supporter but read the attached link from Reuters. Looks like the war is over!

But, I wouldn't run out and buy a Blue Ray either!
See, I think both formats will not matter much very soon. Xbox Live is already delivering HD content via XBOX Live and I'm sure Sony PS3 is not far behind. You can download HD TV shows, Movies and Specials now on Xbox Live. I think once they get the release delay addressed, which is when an HD movie is released on DVD rental, you can that day get it on your home system.

Nice thing about Xbox 360 is it doesn't have a built in High Def. player like PS3, just use the Xbox Live feature for HD content, no Disks to worry about losing or damaging. Just make sure you get a large hard drive for that Xbox!

Shane

PWNED RADIO UPDATE

2008-01-14T13:42:00.001-05:00

Hey Everyone,

Wanted to let you all know. PWNED RADIO is NOT off the air!
We are just on Hiatus until the NFL playoffs are over and New England wins it all. GOD, I’m so sick of the Lions not being in the post season!

We will be back on the air Jan. 26th at 5pm EST. If you have any questions for the show or Ideas how to make it better.. Please post up now or email us!

We also need your help. Can we please get ALL our Myspace friends to Subscribe to the PWNED RADIO LIVE blog? Please do this ASAP! This will show support for the show in many ways! Go here to subscribe:
http://www.pwnedradio.com/blog/eblog.html
Put your email address in the box and hit SUBSCRIBE! THANK YOU ALL!

See you guys and gals soon, back on the air Jan. 26th! And go out there and spread the word about PWNED RADIO. We are the first real gaming radio show on Real Radio. So, show your support for gamers and get the word out there! Hit all your friends and Gaming forums hard!

Also, for all you MICHIGAN Gamers looking for a good MICHIGAN Based Clan? Head over to: http://www.migamer.com
We have some great servers and make sure you join the forum and give a shout-out to PWNED RADIO on the forum!

Shane
PWNED RADIO
97.1 FM "The Ticket"
Saturday's 5-7 PM EST

HAPPY NEW YEAR FROM PWNED

2007-12-31T18:29:00.001-05:00

Wow, here we are another year and the best is yet to come for 08!
I want to thank everyone for a great year this 2007 and you guys are the greatest fans!

I have posted a ton of new podcast for everyone to listen to and please help us! Spread the word about PWNED RADIO!

Just head over to www.971theticket.com for all the new show PODCASTS! ENJOY!

Please everyone have a SAFE NEW YEAR and no drinking and driving.. IF needed call "The Designate" They will get you home safe and a great company! http://www.thedesignate.com

Shane
PWNED RADIO

Happy Holidays!

2007-12-17T16:10:00.000-05:00

It's finally here! The time of year when we get all those great Video Game Holiday Gifts.
I really don't know what I want yet for Christmas, I'm thinking ROCKBAND?
The only thing about ROCKBAND that worries me is the timing issue. Seems like if you don't get the timing set right, ROCKBAND can be a big pain in the ass!

But I will say this, the little time I have played this game, boy is it FUN. You really feel like your apart of a BAND! Thanks Devon for letting us play around with your ROCKBAND gear...

Ok, for those looking for that Home Theater upgrade gift this holiday. We have a new podcast up with Mark Schifter from av123.com. You can visit Mark at http://www.av123.com
They have THE BEST pricing in the market and from personal experiences, the equipment ROCKS! The podcast is at http://www.971theticket.com or you can subscribe to our podcasts on itunes!

Also, Round 2 of PWNED RADIO'S "Game of the Year" is in the books and we are going to pick the game of the year on our next show, this Saturday! If you want to see the matchups for the next show, you can view and print the brackets here: http://www.pwnedradio.com/goty07/goty07.htm

Ok everyone, talk you later and make sure you subscribe to our podcasts and blog. PLEASE everyone spread the word about PWNED RADIO. That’s the way we stay on the air. HEY! It’s a video game show on CBS Radio, we gamers deserve this!

Just a few Updates

2007-12-04T16:46:00.000-05:00

Hey Everyone.. Just wanted to tell everyone that our Interview with Chuck Hollywood from ESPN'S Madden Nation 3 is up and online. Just head over to: http://www.971theticket.com to listen!

Here is Chuck from the show -

Also, A lot of people have been asking me what our XBOX LIVE gamertag is: OnlineGamePros

So send us a friends list invite!

If you guys and gals can help us, please subscribe to our Blog! and SPREAD THE WORD!

Thanks
Shane
PWNED RADIO