In this episode of The SoapBox Lex, hosts Eric Green and Paul Ross dive into the age-old debate: Console vs. PC Gaming. We explore the history of gaming, discuss the impact of piracy and emulation, and debate the shift toward digital-only distribution. We also tackle cancel culture in movies and gaming, publishers refusing to make classic titles available, the importance of game archives, and the fragmentation of streaming services.

Plus, we discuss the concept of ownership in a digital world-do you really "own" your movies or games anymore? And Paul gets really excited about the latest news on the Nintendo Switch 2!

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In this episode of The SoapBox Lex, hosts Eric Green and Paul Ross welcome special guest Kevin Schoedinger to discuss the role of bleeding edge technology in education. We explore how technology is transforming classrooms, alternative educational opportunities, preparing students for the job market, the value of trade schools, the push for STEM, and much more.

Is the future of education evolving fast enough? Join us for a thought-provoking conversation!

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In this episode of The SoapBox Lex, hosts Eric Green and Paul Ross dive into the challenges, barriers, and attitudes surrounding learning to code. Eric is a huge advocate for coding and its benefits, while Paul remains more reluctant—leading to some fun debates and personal anecdotes about their experiences with programming.

Is coding an essential skill for everyone, or is it overhyped? We break it down in this engaging discussion!

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In this special on-location episode of The SoapBox Lex, hosts Eric Green and Paul Ross are joined by Andrew "Horse" Hill and Lanny Brannock as we record straight from a lively Super Bowl party! We cover everything from sports (and why Paul still doesn't like watching them) to sports betting, plus an exciting discussion about future collaborations as Horse and Lanny prepare to launch their own podcast this fall.

Join us for a fun, chaotic, and unscripted episode packed with hot takes, laughs, and big plans!

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In this special Quick Hits episode of The SoapBox Lex, hosts Eric Green and Paul Ross are joined by special guests Piper, Owen, Evan, Caitlin, and Vivian for a fast-paced discussion covering a broad range of topics. We're live at a Super Bowl party, so expect a loud environment and a slightly different vibe! Unlike our usual deep dives, we're keeping things short, sharp, and spontaneous-all set against the lively (and noisy) backdrop of a Super Bowl party, complete with barking dogs and all! Buckle up for a fun, unpredictable ride through our rapid-fire takes! ?? Follow us here: https://linktr.ee/SoapBoxLex

On this episode of The SoapBox Lex, hosts Eric Green and Paul Ross dive into the dark side of engineering. We explore how design and technology can be used against people, from hostile architecture that discourages public use to planned obsolescence that keeps us buying more. We also tackle the right to repair movement and how companies pretend to care about the environment while prioritizing profit.

Is engineering always for the greater good? Let's discuss!

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On this episode of The SoapBox Lex, hosts Eric Green and Paul Ross are joined by special guestSamantha Klinger, a graphic designer from the University of Kentucky. Together, we swap stories about bad neighbors, noisy roommates, and wild experiences from dorm and apartment living. From sleepless nights to unbelievable encounters, we’ve all had that one neighbor—and we’re here to talk about it!

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In this controversial episode of The SoapBox Lex, hosts Eric Green and Paul Ross dive into the age-old debate: Can you separate the art from the artist?

We tackle some of the most controversial and polarizing figures, including Elon Musk, Adolf Hitler, and J.K. Rowling and we manage to work in a reference to the Lord’s chicken restaurant and 90’s rock ballad machine Creed.

Where do we draw the line? Can personal beliefs and actions be ignored when appreciating someone’s work? Should we only shop where we perfectly align with others? Can bad people do good in the world?

Let’s unpack it all!

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