For our 50th episode of SoapBoxLex,we decided to celebrate the only way we know how — by biting off way more than we can chew. The plan? Cover 50 topics in 30 minutes. The result? Total chaos, hilarious detours, and absolutely no chance of hitting all 50.

From pop culture and bad dad jokes to life lessons, random debates, and a few deep thoughts that came out of nowhere— this episode is part celebration, part trainwreck, and all SoapBoxLex.

Grab your coffee (or something stronger)and join us for a fast-talking, tangent-filled ride through our most ambitious failure yet. Here’s to 50 episodes and all the laughs along the way!

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In this episode, we bring on Sean (Eric’s brother) — the visionary behind Bliss-Box, a company focused on re-purposing old gaming hardware and building universal, modular adapters to bring classic controllers into the modern era. We dive deep into the challenges, triumphs, and philosophy of making retro and modern systems talk to each other.

We cover topics such as:

• How Sean first got into adapting hardware and what inspired him to start Bliss-Box

• The evolution of the Bliss-Box product line: from the legendary 4-Play adapter (and its spirit lives on in the “4-Play Advanced”) to the Gamer-Pro and Bridge system Bliss-Box

• What makes Bliss-Box adapters special: plug-and-play design, modularity, wide compatibility, no drivers, support for mixing and matching controllers and platforms Bliss-Box

• The technical side: how the adapters work (USB interface, Bridge to non-USB consoles, low latency) Bliss-Box

• Real use cases (your old controllers, combining two into one, splitting one into two, wireless experiments) Bliss-Box

• Sean’s vision for the future: where Bliss-Box goes next — more configurability, more consoles, better wireless, possibly new form factors

• Plus Sean spills the tea on some of Eric’s childhood mishaps.

Whether you’re a retro gamer, hardware tinkerer, or just curious about Eric as a kid, this episode gives you a look behind the scenes!

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In this episode of SoapBoxLex, we explore the funny, frustrating, and often surprising ways people misuse common words and phrases.

From the overuse of literally when they mean figuratively, to classics like I could care less instead of I couldn’t care less, we break down where these mistakes come from and why they stick around.

We’ll share some of the most popular examples, discuss how language evolves, and maybe even settle a few debates along the way.

Join us as we unpack the quirks of everyday speech and the words we love to get wrong.

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In this episode, we dive into the importance of having meaningful conversations—the kind that challenge, inspire, and connect us. Every month, we gather for The Summit, a forum where friends and thinkers come together to tackle the big topics: politics, science, and religion.

We explore why healthy debate matters, how open dialogue can bridge divides, and what it means to build a space where tough conversations aren’t avoided but embraced. Join us as we unpack the value of listening, questioning, and growing together through conversation.

On the heels of the political assassination of Charlie Kirk, some folks might shy away from such conversations. But now, more than ever, it's important to lean in to them. We have a whole lot more in common that we realize, as long as we don't shut down communication.

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In this episode of SoapBoxLex, we dive into the fascinating and unsettling concept of the Dead Internet Theory—the idea that much of the modern web is no longer driven by people, but by algorithms, bots, and AI-generated content.

We explore how social media platforms, recommendation engines, and automated systems are reshaping online conversations, blurring the line between human interaction and machine-driven influence. Are we witnessing the decline of authentic digital spaces, or simply the next phase of internet evolution?

Join us as we unpack the implications for culture, creativity, and the way we connect online.

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In this episode, we take on the fascinating (and sometimes funny) world of the Dunning-Kruger effect—that cognitive bias where people with limited knowledge overestimate their own competence, while true experts often underestimate themselves.

We explore how this plays out in everyday life and reflect on our own run-ins with misplaced confidence.

Join us for a thoughtful yet lighthearted conversation on why we think we know more than we actually do, and what it takes to recognize the limits of our own expertise.

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This week on SoapBoxLex, we’re rolling the dice witha completely unscripted conversation sparked by a single ChatGPT prompt.

Welcome to "ChatGPT Roulette"—where nostalgia takes center stage. From the movies that shaped our childhoods to the fashion trends we thought were cool (and maybe regret), to the video games, collectibles, and random pop culture gems we can’t help but remember, it’s all on the table. Noscript, no plan—just pure nostalgia and a whole lot of fun.

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https://retropie.org.uk/

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Braid_(video_game)

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This week on SoapBoxLex, we’re diving into the world of musical covers. From iconic remakes that outshine the originals to controversial versions that split fans down the middle, we’re asking the big question: Which version is better?

Along the way, we’ll unpack the hot take that just because someone innovated something first doesn’t mean they did it best. Join us for a lively debate full of nostalgia, surprise favorites, and maybe even a guilty pleasure or two. We'll talk about Johnny Cash, Otis Redding, The Beatles, Brandon Lake, A Perfect Circle, and even Christmas Music in this episode that is sure to step on some toes!

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