Month: November 2024

Scots Klingons on Star Trek Fandom and OH!CON Isle of LewisScots Klingons on Star Trek Fandom and OH!CON Isle of Lewis

November 15, 2024| admin| 0 Comments| 6:00 am

Callum and Martin join the Scots Klingon podcast to discuss sci-fi fandom in the Outer Hebrides and the origins and success of the local convention, OH!CON.

Sam Firstenberg: From Canon Films to Breakin’ 2 and Revenge of the NinjaSam Firstenberg: From Canon Films to Breakin’ 2 and Revenge of the Ninja

November 8, 2024| admin| 0 Comments| 6:00 am

Director Sam Firstenberg joins OCAST to discuss his journey from Jerusalem to Hollywood, working with Canon Films, and crafting his memorable action and ninja films.

OH!CAST | Exploring Geek Culture, Fandom and Pop Culture

Brought to you from the wild, wonderful Outer Hebrides, OH!CAST is a geek culture podcast where the Atlantic winds meet the winds of change in fandom, gaming, and all things nerdy.

Tune in for insights, laughs, and plenty of “oh!” moments.

Hosted by Cal MacDonald aka “DeepSpaceHebrides”

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of OH!CAST, host Calum MacDhòmhnail engages with Jason Bond, a passionate Gaelic educator and YouTuber, to explore the journey of learning Gaelic, the importance of storytelling in language acquisition, and the innovative teaching methods that can make learning more engaging. They discuss the challenges faced by learners, especially those outside of Gaelic-speaking regions, and the significance of cultural connections through language. The conversation also touches on the representation of Gaelic in media and the value of preserving endangered languages. Jason shares his insights on overcoming negativity towards Gaelic and emphasizes the enriching experiences that come from learning the language.

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