April Fools in gaming, Nintendo’s expanding media world, and why Democracy Manifest remains an enduring viral moment. This episode was recorded live at Edge Radio 99.3FM studios in Hobart Tasmania, and first aired on 2nd April 2026.
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Links:

Thousands of Chinese social media users change profile photos to Kris Jenner
<https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-31/kris-jenner-profile-pictures-trend-on-chinese-social-media/106515938>

From Missy Higgins to a succulent Chinese meal, these are the 2026 Sounds of Australia  <https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-31/sounds-of-australia-2026-revealed-national-film-sound-archive/106510584> 
  
National Film and Sound Archive of Australia Adds ‘Succulent Chinese Meal’ Guy <https://gizmodo.com/national-film-and-sound-archive-of-australia-adds-succulent-chinese-meal-guy-2000737761> 
  
‘Democracy manifest’: Anatomy of a viral moment <https://www.nfsa.gov.au/stories/articles/democracy-manifest-anatomy-of-a-viral-moment>