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Seriously? He agreed to have a debate with you?
Who do you have impersonating him? This can't be correct.
Who do you have impersonating him? This can't be correct.
what are your thoughts about Matt Damon has said he is fine with film violence but against video game violence? Does this echo the so-called ignorant masses or does he actually have a valid point.
Also what is JT's favourite colour?
Also what is JT's favourite colour?
...this will be like that episode of 'Attack of the Show', when Sessler debated with GT on 'The Loop' or whatever.
...although I expect it not to be fucked up and condensed into 7 minutes or so.
I am looking forward to this so much. Oh, and please no GTAIV spoilers.
...although I expect it not to be fucked up and condensed into 7 minutes or so.
I am looking forward to this so much. Oh, and please no GTAIV spoilers.
The one thing I've always wanted to ask Jack Thompson: Wouldn't it make more sense to say that people with violent tendencies are attracted to games like Grand Theft Auto, as opposed to saying that Grand Theft Auto is the cause of those violent tendencies?
Anyways, I really hope this doesn't end badly... Either way, it'll make for a great podcast. ^_^
Anyways, I really hope this doesn't end badly... Either way, it'll make for a great podcast. ^_^
Please please please go about this in a professional manner. We gamers so rarely get a chance to tell him how wrong he is, and too often it's through email death threats, which are counterproductive, if anything.
If he's out of his "job", I'm sure he has plenty of time. Maybe the "legitimate" media outlets are bored of him now too.
Hey Jim, how much olive oil did you have to put on your wrist to get that 'Livestrong" bracelet on? I'm kidding...kind of.
I have a question: How come the only games Jackie Boy seems to attack are from Rockstar and Take Two? I've seen some incredibly violent games come and go without a peep from Thompson.
He attacks Bully but Gears of War, probably the most violent game I have ever played, was completely ignored. I think Jack just has some vendetta against Take Two.
You should definitely say my name to see how he reacts.
Actually now that I think about it that would probably be a bad idea because he would most likely stalk me.
He attacks Bully but Gears of War, probably the most violent game I have ever played, was completely ignored. I think Jack just has some vendetta against Take Two.
You should definitely say my name to see how he reacts.
Actually now that I think about it that would probably be a bad idea because he would most likely stalk me.
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It really doesn't matter how professional this debate is held. It will go nowhere. Thompson could probably be diagnosed as being clinically insane...no joke. No matter what you say to him his opinions won't change. Like Chop said, it's essentially just feeding a Troll because the guy keeps getting the attention he wants.
It really doesn't matter how professional this debate is held. It will go nowhere. Thompson could probably be diagnosed as being clinically insane...no joke. No matter what you say to him his opinions won't change. Like Chop said, it's essentially just feeding a Troll because the guy keeps getting the attention he wants.
GOURANGA!!
Now gents lets keep it clean, above the waist and for the love of god wear some underwear.
Now gents lets keep it clean, above the waist and for the love of god wear some underwear.
You've got my interest piqued. I really want to hear how this debate plays out. Hopefully it'll actually be a good debate, not just JT calling us all e-tards again.
I definitely hope that this podcast is taken in a professional manner on all sides of the conversation. I hope it isn't going to be some retarded debate that ends up along the lines of "You don't agree with me, so screw you"..
Ah well, I shall see how it plays out - hopefully it goes maturely and professionally. And I hope that it ends up as a great debate over the topics and that I can actually hear Jack's thoughts on the matter without having "e-tard" or some childish BS tossed in..
A side note. If Jack starts with all that e-tard crap - then I will have officially lost all respect I ever had for the man attempting to give his word. If he does that, then do feel free to call him a douchebag imo... On the opposite side. If you are acting like a prick - I think he also has equal right to call you a douchebag. I hope it doesn't come to that. All i'm saying is keep it professional on both ends =)
Ah well, I shall see how it plays out - hopefully it goes maturely and professionally. And I hope that it ends up as a great debate over the topics and that I can actually hear Jack's thoughts on the matter without having "e-tard" or some childish BS tossed in..
A side note. If Jack starts with all that e-tard crap - then I will have officially lost all respect I ever had for the man attempting to give his word. If he does that, then do feel free to call him a douchebag imo... On the opposite side. If you are acting like a prick - I think he also has equal right to call you a douchebag. I hope it doesn't come to that. All i'm saying is keep it professional on both ends =)
Jim, I know we've talked about this, but I'll be surprised if he shows up. The Jack Thompson I know only tends to show up for debates where the environment is controlled or in his favor. I really hope he shows up. I'd love to hear a conversation with Jack Thompson where Fox or some other source isn't cutting it to make him look like a saint. I've actually heard he's a pretty decent guy when the cameras aren't on.
Also...
Also...
Please Jim, be oh so careful what you say! Whatever you do, don't yell at him, it makes you look bad. Be very polite, refrain from using your trademark c word, and hear him out. Otherwise he is going to use this entirely for his own devious means!
Im jealous that i will not be taking part in this show. ive got all these super awsome thougts and opinions on GTA and nobody wants to listen, i weep. alone.
This could either be a huge trainwreck, or the best thing ever. Be respectful, you guuuys! Prove to him that we can haz brains too! Combine your powers to form CommonSenseTron!
Just curious, but why isn't this happening on Podtoid? I would've thought that Rev, Tiff, Linde, and Jim would be the more logical, powerful line-up to take on Jack - no offense to atheistium or wardrox.
Just curious, but why isn't this happening on Podtoid? I would've thought that Rev, Tiff, Linde, and Jim would be the more logical, powerful line-up to take on Jack - no offense to atheistium or wardrox.
If you call him a cunt, I will die laughing. But you won't, because you are a pro.
Still... I can dream
Still... I can dream
Goddammit, Jim...I still think you should’ve gone with my idea for promoting this sure-to-be-awesome episode...
DESTRUCTOID.COM & THE PODCASTLE ARE PROUD TO PRESENT:
An epic battle royale featuring two of the video game industry's most passionate, outspoken individuals, and moderated by...some guy.
SIR JIM STERLING vs. JACK THOMPSON, ESQ.
SPARKS WILL FLY!!!
DESTRUCTOID.COM & THE PODCASTLE ARE PROUD TO PRESENT:
An epic battle royale featuring two of the video game industry's most passionate, outspoken individuals, and moderated by...some guy.
SIR JIM STERLING vs. JACK THOMPSON, ESQ.
SPARKS WILL FLY!!!
Woah, wait... what?!
I will echo what Dexter and a few others have said to please be careful what you say. I would say this to anybody speaking with him because we need to look our best. This isn't anything personal against you guys specifically ^_^
Has Mr. Thompson thought about looking at "good" games, ones that are family or teen friendly that could put a positive image on the video game industry? Games like Super Mario Galaxy, or Guitar Hero, for example. Ones that gamers love but aren't super bloody. Even puzzle games or games that bring people together, like Uno on Live Arcade or Wii Sports. There are some gamers like myself who are adults but don't always enjoy ultra violent games (I do have some M rated titles, but many more E and T in my library).
I will echo what Dexter and a few others have said to please be careful what you say. I would say this to anybody speaking with him because we need to look our best. This isn't anything personal against you guys specifically ^_^
Has Mr. Thompson thought about looking at "good" games, ones that are family or teen friendly that could put a positive image on the video game industry? Games like Super Mario Galaxy, or Guitar Hero, for example. Ones that gamers love but aren't super bloody. Even puzzle games or games that bring people together, like Uno on Live Arcade or Wii Sports. There are some gamers like myself who are adults but don't always enjoy ultra violent games (I do have some M rated titles, but many more E and T in my library).
RACE WAR! RACE WAR! SHIT IS GOING DOWN ON PODCASTLE!!!!
In all seriousness though, try to get him to say what games he does like and think is acceptable. He is probably going to say some Barbie horse adventure crap.
Crush 'Em Sterling
In all seriousness though, try to get him to say what games he does like and think is acceptable. He is probably going to say some Barbie horse adventure crap.
Crush 'Em Sterling
When (not if) Jack Thompson says something ridiculous, I want to hear that monocle pop out of Jim's eye and into his glass of sherry.
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