The JavaDad Cast

Overview

In this episode, I talk about how egg shells may just make your cup of coffee that much more enjoyable. I continue on with an explanation on why you might want a capture card and what they can be used for. Finally, I end it off with news on one the biggest video game launch failures in history and explain why we shouldn't always believe the Hype!

Show Notes

0:00 - Welcome to Episode 10

Overview

In this episode, I talk about the interesting hot chocolate instant coffee brew I discovered for this holiday seasons. I continue on with a new way to re-purpose your old Canon camera and turn it into a stellar webcam. Finally, I end it off with leaked news on Season 1 of Call of Duty Black Ops Cold War along with an update on my gaming hiatus decision.

Show Notes

0:00 - Welcome to Episode 9

2:33 - Coffee (Easy Mocha)

Overview

In this episode, I talk about the common myth of caffeine content in light vs dark roast coffee. I continue on with suggestions on how to keep a todo list or manage small projects using digital tools. Finally, I end it off with my public statement to game more responsibly as well as some info on the latest Call of Duty news.

Show Notes

0:00 - Welcome to Episode 8

1:17 - Giveaway Winner!!!

3:35 - Coffee (Light vs Dark Roast Caffeine)
Source - https://www.kickinghorsecoffee.com/en/blog/caffeine-myths-dark-vs-light

6:45 - Tech (Todo & Project Management Tools)

13:32 - Gaming (Gaming Responsibly & Nuketown 84)

Overview

In this episode, I talk about the health benefits of coffee. I continue on with details on SquareSpace, Wix, Shopify, and WordPress website builders and which is right for you. Finally, I end if off with my first impressions of Call of Duty Black Ops Cold War since the recent release of the game.

Show Notes

0:00 - Welcome to Episode 7

0:57 - Giveaway Update

1:57 - No Bonus Episode :(

3:25 - Coffee (Health Benefits)
Source - https://www.health.com/food/health-benefits-of-coffee

10:44 - Tech (DIY Website Builders)

19:39 - Gaming (Black Ops Cold War Impressions)

Overview

In this episode, I talk about cold brew coffee, how it's made, and why it's attractive. I continue on with all the details on the latest MacBook line-up and which you might be interested in. Finally, I end if off talking about how Call of Duty Black Ops Cold War will be bringing back some of the awesomeness of classic Zombies!

Show Notes

0:00 - Welcome to Episode 6

Coffee
1:15 - What type of coffee to use?
1:50 - Large quantities of coffee
2:23 - How to make Cold Brew, immersion method vs drip
5:00 - Difference in taste
6:15 - More caffeine in Cold Brew

Tech
7:40 - Why I love Apple
9:06 - Why Apple's mobile devices are so fast
10:19 - M1 processor launched by Apple
11:04 - 3 new apple devices with the M1 processor
12:17 - MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, and Mac Mini specs (episode correction: 16 cores for Neural Engine, not 12 as I mentioned)
13:05 - Difference between MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, and Mac mini
14:57 - Pricing & battery life
15:51 - Which do you need?

Gaming
17:24 - Zombies is coming to Call of Duty Black Ops Cold War
19:08 - Treyarch is bringing back original zombies!
19:45 - Gain XP across Zombies, Multiplayer, and Warzone

20:35 - Wrap up and Giveaway information!

Overview

In this episode, I talk about an idea I have had to build the Amazon of coffee, I discuss what accessibility means when it comes to the web, and I relay the recent news around the soon approaching release of Call of Duty Black Ops Cold War! 

Show Notes

0:00 - Welcome to Episode 5 

Coffee
0:15 - Trouble finding small-batch roasters
0:41 - The Amazon for buying coffee
1:55 - What do you think? Leave a comment in Discord!

Tech
2:24 - Only 6 months till WCAG 2.0 compliance in Ontario
3:43 - Who does this affect and what does it mean?
4:20 - What is website accessibility?
6:03 - Perceivable website
6:33 - Operable website
7:00 - Understandable website
7:29 - Robust website
8:36 - Penalty of up to $50,000 per day 

Gaming
9:10 - My history in the Call of Duty franchise
9:40 - Campaign mode looks really good
10:00 - Treyarch Engine for Black Ops and Infinity Engine for Warzone
10:54 - 10 days till Call of Duty released and preloading is coming!
11:12 - Activision & Nvidia partnership for free Black Ops Cold War on PC

11:54 - Wrap up Support the Show!

Overview

In this episode I talk about how to keep coffee beans fresh, what to look out for when buying a new monitor or TV, and what to expect from the new PS5 as a gaming system. 

Show Notes

0:00 - Welcome to Episode 4

Coffee
1:00 - Factors that affect fresh quality coffee
1:53 - Tips for storing coffee
2:57 - Freshness whole bean vs ground
4:02 - Buying Fresh Coffee
5:52 - Should you freeze your beans? 

Tech
9:17 - Monitors and TVs
10:14 - What is resolution?
12:02 - Different panel (display) types
15:58 - What is response time?
19:31 - What is refresh rate? 

Gaming
21:41 - Are you buying the PS5
21:57 - 120hz 4K refresh rate
23:09 - Faster load times
23:18 - Better and faster graphics performance 

24:44 - Wrap up Support the Show! 

Overview

In this episode, I talk about how to make the perfect cup of coffee for under $50 in equipment, what to expect from the iPhone 12, and what the Call of Duty League is as well as upcoming changes for the 2021 Call of Duty Black Ops Cold War season. 

Show Notes 

0:00 - Welcome to Episode 3 

Coffee
0:55 - Pour over re-evaluated
1:50 - Coffee Bean Giveaway, Tim Hortons...
2:50 - How to make the perfect cup of coffee
3:46 - Control factors (Clean filter, Bean weight, Water weight, Temperature)
6:13 - Coffee blooming process 

Tech
9:19 - iPhone 12 Announced
10:10 - iPhone 12 vs iPhone 12 Pro
10:42 - Upgraded processor and screen
11:24 - No charger included, USB-C only 

Gaming
12:36 - What is Call of Duty League
14:46 - 2021 Season changes
16:10 - Pro Call of Duty on PC with a controller
17:58 - Why JavaDad believes in the future of E-sports

18:53 - Wrap up Support the Show! 

Overview

In this episode I talk about what a pour over coffee is, how to setup a proper microphone to have virtual meetings, and a quick review of Rogue Company. 

Show Notes

0:00 - Welcome to Episode 2 

Coffee
1:05 - What is a pour over coffee
2:40 - Why pour over vs drip coffee
3:20 - The pour over process
5:05 - Benefit of a pour over 

Tech
6:30 - The work from home life
7:10 - Why face to face is missed so much
10:47 - How to improve your meeting audio quality
12:28 - A cardioid dynamic microphone
13:45 - Reducing background noise
15:41 - You might need a pre-amp
17:30 - Professional setup for under $250 

Gaming
19:07 - What is Rogue Company
20:08 - Rogue Company Review

23:04 - Wrap up 

Overview

In this episode I introduce the podcast, give you an introduction to myself (Brayden Girard aka JavaDad), and explain how the show is going to be structured. This podcast will be continually improved. In order to help the show audio quality, please let me know if you have feedback on how the podcast can sound better! 

Show Notes