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Welcome to a new video on Johnny Jam! In this one, I'm sharing some of my recent tech "bargain finds" that prove you don't always need the latest and greatest to get good quality. Join me as I casually chat about 4 pre-loved tech items I picked up for surprisingly cheap prices in 2025! From a classic gaming console to a handy capture card and webcam, these gadgets might be about 10 years old, but for my use, they're perfectly good quality and an absolute steal for the price. I'll be showing off: 0:00 Bargain Tech Finds 0:20 1. Logicool HD Webcam ($30) 3:50 2. AVerMedia HDMI Capture Board ($50) 6:17 3. PlayStation 3 (PS3) ($100 - in great condition!) 8:43 4. Biohazard 5 Game ($2) So, is buying a PS3 in 2025 a good idea? Watch to find out why I think so, and discover some of my best tech bargains so far! What's your favorite older tech gadget that you still use? Let me know in the comments below! Don't forget to Like, Share, and Subscribe f...

Unveiling the Haunting Lore: The Photographer, His Camera, and the Soul of "Ghost in the Shutter: Awaken Soul" Hey everyone! If you've just watched our latest short, "Ghost in the Shutter: Awaken Soul 【TOKYO CYBERPUNK】" , you've experienced a piece of neon-drenched mystery. But behind the crisp visuals and the eerie glow, there's a deeply woven backstory that gives our central artifact—that antique film camera—a truly profound and unsettling history. This isn't just about a ghost in a machine; it's about a soul born from a confluence of ancient fears, unwavering dedication, and a final, ultimate imprint. Let's dive into the detailed lore that breathes life into the very heart of our story: The Ancient Fear: Does a Camera Steal Your Soul? Centuries ago, whispers moved through society: a camera, in the very act of capturing an image, could subtly "take a piece of one's soul." In our modern, digital age, this is dismissed as a qua...

Discover "The Android's Apple - Tokyo Cyberpunk": A New Sci-Fi Manga Animated Series! Step into a Tokyo unlike any you've seen before—a dazzling, dangerous cyberpunk metropolis where the hum of advanced AI is constant, and the boundaries of humanity are blurring. Our new animated short, "The Android's Apple," offers a captivating first glimpse into this intricate world. At the heart of our premiere short is CP03 , a curious service bot affectionately nicknamed Adam , whose earnest desire to imitate a simple human act—eating an apple—triggers an unexpected and profound malfunction. Guiding him is Lyra , a philosophical android grappling with her own identity as she observes Adam's quest for understanding. "The Android's Apple - Tokyo Cyberpunk" isn't just an action-packed journey; it's a deep dive into fundamental questions: Where does the soul reside? What does it truly mean to feel? Who are we when technology reshapes our v...

Hey Music Minds! We're thrilled to share our latest Music Mind Journey podcast episode, delving into a truly captivating subject: the often-underestimated genius of Paul McCartney's bass playing with The Beatles . Today's episode is titled " Paul McCartney's Bass: The Beatles' Harmonizing Secret ," and it uncovers how his approach to the bass was far more than just laying down a rhythm. In this deep dive, we explore how Paul McCartney's bass lines evolved from simple, foundational root notes in The Beatles' early days to become incredibly complex, melodic, and harmonically vital parts of their later sound. For musicians and music lovers alike, understanding this evolution offers incredible insights into songwriting, arrangement, and the power of the bass instrument. What You'll Discover in This Episode: Bass Note vs. Root Note: We clarify the crucial difference, explaining how a bass line can move independently of the chord's root. The R...

Hey Music Minds! I'm thrilled to share our latest Music Mind podcast episode, where we dive into a fundamental concept that can truly transform your understanding of music: Voice Leading. This isn't just a technical term; it's the secret to why music sounds smooth, connected, and emotionally compelling. In this episode, titled " Voice Leading Uncovered: The Secret to Smooth Music ," we embark on a journey with our Teacher and Student to explain exactly what voice leading is. We break down how individual melodic lines – or "voices" – move from one chord to the next, creating that seamless flow you hear in all your favorite songs. What makes this episode unique is that we explain it entirely through conversation, without playing a single note. This allows us to focus purely on the concepts, using relatable analogies to help you grasp these powerful ideas, whether you're a budding pianist, a curious guitarist, or simply a music lover who wants to und...

Conquering "Tibetan Dance": An Adult Beginner's Piano Practice Journey Hey everyone, I'm incredibly excited to share my latest YouTube video, where I'm tackling a truly captivating piece by the legendary Ryuichi Sakamoto: "Tibetan Dance." As an adult beginner on the piano, this particular composition has presented some wonderful, albeit challenging, opportunities for growth. Watch my practice progress video here: https://youtu.be/iVc_vbi71Fg What makes "Tibetan Dance" so unique, and also so difficult for me, are its rhythmical and exotic melody lines . It's not just about hitting the right notes; it's about feeling and executing those intricate rhythmic patterns that give the piece its distinct, mesmerizing character. In this video, you'll get an honest look at my practice process: Breaking down the challenging rhythm: Sometimes it feels like a puzzle, but slowing it down and focusing on the underlying pulse really helps. Embraci...

Introduction: Have you ever woken up after a full night's sleep, only to feel as if you haven't rested at all? Do you constantly rely on coffee to get through the day, only to crash by evening? If so, you're certainly not alone. In our inaugural episode of the new podcast series, "Why Am I So Tired? (Science-Backed Solutions for Lasting Energy)", we dive headfirst into this pervasive modern dilemma. Episode 1, titled "Still Tired? | The Universal Question & What's Really Going On," sets the stage for our comprehensive journey into understanding and overcoming chronic fatigue. The Universal Experience of Tiredness: We begin by validating what so many feel: a profound sense of exhaustion that impacts every aspect of life – focus, mood, relationships, and overall well-being. We challenge the common misconception that tiredness is just about lack of sleep. While sleep is undeniably fundamental, it's merely one piece of a much larger, more comp...