Show Notes
In this episode, James and Frank explore the bittersweet reality of experiencing cinema in 2026, starting with Frank's disappointing discovery that Seattle's Pacific Science Center—home to a true IMAX theater—has ditched its iconic 70mm film projection for digital laser technology. Despite Christopher Nolan's passionate advocacy for shooting on IMAX film, fewer theaters worldwide can actually deliver his intended experience, raising questions about whether premium cinema experiences are disappearing. The hosts dive deep into what made true IMAX special and the broader trend of losing analog, artisanal technologies in favor of digital convenience.
Beyond cinema, the conversation spans the future of media itself: Xbox bringing 25-year-old original Xbox games to PC through emulation, the resurgence of physical media as streaming services become unreliable, and whether digital downloads or physical discs make sense anymore. Frank also showcases an incredibly impressive technical achievement—iCircuit's new Python programming support, which layers a Raspberry Pi Pico emulator atop a circuit simulator, all running in C# on your phone. It's a fascinating look at how we're preserving experiences, accessing the past, and building for the future across gaming, entertainment, and development.
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