Gaming Actors on Strike, Roblox’s Safety Problem, and San Diego Comic-Con

01/08/2024 1h 15min Episodio 79
Gaming Actors on Strike, Roblox’s Safety Problem, and San Diego Comic-Con

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Episode Synopsis

SAG-AFTRA video game performers are on strike, and Roblox reportedly has a child safety problem. Sam and Kaitlyn break down these stories, then interview entertainment journalist Collier “CJ” Jennings about covering San Diego Comic-Con.
 
Timecodes: 
00:00:00 – Intro
00:01:42 – What Does the SAG-AFTRA Gaming Strike Mean for the Industry?
00:21:59 – Roblox’s Child Safety Problem
00:38:30 – Collier “CJ” Jennings on Covering San Diego Comic-Con
00:40:12 – Deadpool and Wolverine
00:45:51 – CJ’s SDCC Experience
01:03:19 – What Makes a Good SDCC Panel?
01:12:27 – Where to Find CJ’s Work
 
Stories discussed:
Los Angeles Times – Video game actors are on strike. Here's what that means
Slate – The Video Game Industry Is More Successful Than Ever. Why Are the Workers Treated Like Garbage? 
Aftermath – SAG-AFTRA Striking Because Companies Won’t Offer Same AI Protections To Voice And Physical Performers, Not Happy About GTA VI Exemption
Bloomberg – Roblox’s Child Safety Problem 
Digiday – 'A long-game move': Why Coach is entering Roblox to win over younger shoppers
AIPT Comics – SDCC '24: Hulu's Animayhem Factory returns, bigger and better than ever
AIPT Comics – SDCC '24: Titmouse provided the most unique interview experience in con history
 
Follow CJ on Twitter @CJWritesThings, and read his work on AIPT Comics and Collider.
 
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