RANDOM THOUGHTS 03/02/10 - WHAT I'VE LEARNED....SO FAR.

March...


Robotech's Anniversary...


It's been quite a journey here...and it's been well worth it!


One of the things that has been reaffirmed to me is that no matter how meticulously you plan things out....it NEVER turns out that way....sometimes for the worse....but sometimes for the better.


When it concerns Robotech, I've learned quite a few new things about the characters and the mecha (but don't ask me about mecha specs, LOL!). I have come to appreciate the story a whole lot more and enjoy it in all its facets whether that be the Original 85, novels, comics or RPGS.

Also, I've learned...


....in podcasting you have to laugh at yourself A LOT. Listening back...which I hate to do... DAMN! you would think I was on a caffeine rush!...But I can't claim that, just something happens when I hit the RECORD button.


....that in the face of adversity.....you shrug and adjust.....I could always go the "easy" way and turn the "Times" into vile showcase....but as always....JT needs to do things...THE HARD WAY.

... that the Robotech fandom is INTERNATIONAL in a big way!!!! It's humbling to know that there are people out there all over the world cheking you out...and I'm blessed to have had the opportunity to be able to talk to different fans here in the States and abroad!


... of the AMAZING talent shown by the fan projects! These people, with their creativity and drive are so inspirational. They do it not for the recognition, but because they LOVE doing it!


... so much about the diversity of opinion....even with those who would love nothing more than to see me go away...I don't get angry with it...(well, not anymore, hee hee!)...Hey, everybody's going to have one!...The beauty of it is.....I can always have a counter opinion.


... to embrace the praise, not an easy thing for me to do. I'll always consider myself just a Robotech fan who was CRAZY enough to enter the arena of podcasting in such a diverse fandom. Though, yes,  I'm immensely proud of what I've done! And no amount of rhetoric will change my mind about that.


...that I really want to see Macross, Southern Cross, and Mospeada in their original forms.


This I didn't learn...because I already knew it....when Robotech is used for a platform of racism, sexism, and threats of violence, it's pathetic.....


I've learned that at times I can be this smartass little shit!...And also piss off a few people without saying much....and ya know?.....I LOVE IT!


I just learned something the other night too....I had a follow up chat with Maverick_LSC....along with a few others....I think he and I will always have a different take on things Robotech....I don't like his approach on certain things and vice versa....though I will, and I can't believe I'm doing this...but I give him kudos for showing regret over his OCD comments made a few months ago. On that, I can close the book on. ....Now about some of the other thngs....well, let's just say we're miles apart.


And Maverick....don't OVERanalyze Robotech....take it for what it is...and enjoy it! And I never doubted that you are a Robotech fan, ok? You really do love the product....and Harmony Gold. (Come on, you knew I would say that!)


Just be mindful of what you say....otherwise I might have to reinstate the RandomCast!...LOL!


When it comes to Memo.....hmmmm....I'm in a good mood....why spoil it talking about him?

It's about havin' some fun....and that's what I have planned for Anniversary month!

I'll be posting minicasts, blog posts and of course my regular episodes. All things Robotech related and I invite everyone to chime in with your Robotech Memories through all the ways you can contact me and it would be my pleasure to read it on the show!

And do we have polls for the Month of March...LOTS AND LOTS OF POLLS!

And.....a special surprise! Something that all can participate in and use that Robotech Spirit to celebrate 25 years!

Stay tuned this week for more....

REVIVE FOR 25!.....IT'S ANNIVERSARY TIME BABY!

-JT