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Remembering Ryan Davis, 1979 - 2013
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Turnstyle
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Been thinking about Ryan a lot over the past few days. I'm just another person who never had any interactions with him, but listened to the podcast week in, week out, and watched pretty much all the GB video content, regardless of whether I was interested in the games. The GB crew are such a great bunch, and never fail to make me laugh.
So although I didn't know Ryan, I did know a lot about him, and probably spent a good 5-6 hours a week watching/listening to him (via GB, I'm not some weird stalker). His enthusiasm and passion for almost everything was so infectious, and such a contrast to Jeff's (also hilarious) world-weary outlook. They were a great double act, and Brad, Patrick, Drew, Vinny, Rorie, Dave et al are such a personable, and entertaining gang. It hits me hard that they all have to go through something so terrible.
Looking through his Dad's twitter has been particularly rough. All those great photos of young Ryan. I can't imagine what his Dad must be going through. I have a baby son myself, and I just hope that he can grow up to be as enthusiastic, and love life, as much as Ryan seemed to. Ryan's Dad should feel so proud that his son reached so many people, especially those that never even met him. He died way too young, but at least he made the most of the time he had.
As ever, my thoughts go out to his wife, family, friends and colleagues.
Ryan, my son got a lot of extra hugs last night.
So although I didn't know Ryan, I did know a lot about him, and probably spent a good 5-6 hours a week watching/listening to him (via GB, I'm not some weird stalker). His enthusiasm and passion for almost everything was so infectious, and such a contrast to Jeff's (also hilarious) world-weary outlook. They were a great double act, and Brad, Patrick, Drew, Vinny, Rorie, Dave et al are such a personable, and entertaining gang. It hits me hard that they all have to go through something so terrible.
Looking through his Dad's twitter has been particularly rough. All those great photos of young Ryan. I can't imagine what his Dad must be going through. I have a baby son myself, and I just hope that he can grow up to be as enthusiastic, and love life, as much as Ryan seemed to. Ryan's Dad should feel so proud that his son reached so many people, especially those that never even met him. He died way too young, but at least he made the most of the time he had.
As ever, my thoughts go out to his wife, family, friends and colleagues.
Ryan, my son got a lot of extra hugs last night.
MikeJAMoran
Member
It's a reference to the podcast, the famous Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy quote and a sad, legless dog.
Oh man, Ryan was a Douglas Adams fan?
Fuck. We need more of them in the world, not less
I can only hope that Jeff and maybe others are able to come down to PAX Aus as planned, I think it might do the guys some good too see in person what kind of affect he had on people he never met. Obviously whether they have the strength to do it or not is another matter completely and no doubt everyone would understand, but I think a panel dedicated to celebrating him would be a great healer to many.
Fuck. We need more of them in the world, not less
I really can't stop quoting from this enough, but I'm definitely going to try and live a little more like Ryan... as much as possible, in fact:
Fuck
I can only hope that Jeff and maybe others are able to come down to PAX Aus as planned, I think it might do the guys some good too see in person what kind of affect he had on people he never met. Obviously whether they have the strength to do it or not is another matter completely and no doubt everyone would understand, but I think a panel dedicated to celebrating him would be a great healer to many.
My sincere condolences to his family and friends and all gaffers who knew him. I am a semi-lurker here, don't listen to any podcasts at all, and nonetheless the man permeated the board's culture to the extent that I knew of him, and liked what I knew of him. I am his age, and I feel the cold breath of mortality on the back of my neck. More than that, though, I feel sorrow for his loved ones.
Still, it was one of the worst things I have ever read on this forum.
So I just had a good cry for half an hour as I finished up this weeks bombcast. I've been a podcast addict since they were called Shoutcasts and would listen to them on a 256mb usb stick mp3 player. I so value the work they put out and the thought of the Giantbomb crew all having to deal with this, it's really tough on me. I'm a pretty emotional feelingsy guy often so I wasn't surprised I dealt with this like a certain parental death episode of Buffy, but man. I know so few of the podcasters I spent hundreds of hours with over the duration of a show will never know how much I appreciate them. I hope somehow they do know the profound affect they can have on the community.
Fuck Ryan could write.
We all know them for their podcasts and video content, but read any GB text review, and that lofty standard of writing is always there.
Future PhaZe
Member
I own up to the comment I made as being a quick, snap judgement post born of the emotion of the moment. I was completely wrong for saying what I did, and as I said at the time it was something said while having literally listened to only a minute of the podcast--coming from a sleep deprived place late at night still in shock from what happened. I felt (wrongly) at the time that news of Ryans passing seemed like an oversight on the site itself and the comedic opening of the Bombcast just send me into a temporary tumble of anger that was idiotic in hindsight.
Won't address this anymore outside of the PM conversations I've had, but it came from a place of just overwhelming shock of the moment.
And obviously a day later I've been able to listen to the whole podcast and I'm blown away by not only it but how these guys managed to handle the moment.
RIP Ryan, we miss you bud.
This thread has over 730,000 views... That alone tells you how much he meant to people.
Sobering experience listening to the Bombcast last night, but it was an appropriate show.
Just a goddamn shame. What more is there to say then that.
RIP. Thanks for many laughs and great memories.
Sobering experience listening to the Bombcast last night, but it was an appropriate show.
Just a goddamn shame. What more is there to say then that.
RIP. Thanks for many laughs and great memories.
The_Inquisitor
Member
Two weeks behind but listening to latest cast now. God damn. ;/
Union Carbine
Member
Just wanted to add another RIP.
Listening to the memorial bombcast now...
Listening to the memorial bombcast now...
Like many others, I only knew Ryan from listening to the podcast. Never met or knew him personally, but in a strange way I feel that I kind of did because of the Bombcast, videos, and all that. That is the beauty of what these guys have done at Giant Bomb, and why so many people have been struck so hard by this tragedy. We respect them so much because they always respected us by always being so real, straight-up, honest, and all that. It felt more than just some video game podcast thing; more like being allowed to ease-drop on this group of friends just bullshitting about whatever, making each other laugh, and enjoying their time together all while they gave great insight and information on things I was interested in.
Been listening to the Bombcast for 3 years or so and have honestly never skipped or missed an episode like I have with pretty much every other podcast I subscribe to. I always knew that whatever topics or tangents they went off on it was going to end up making me laugh. In fact thinking about it now, I went through some crazy depression for a long while the last couple years and this show was one of those things that I looked forward to and knew it would put a smile on my face every week, and it helped me in a way get through those fucked up periods in my life.
Ryan seemed to always have just the right joke or observation to make any conversation they were all having that much more crazy or hilarious. The dude was just so damn charismatic and had a mind so quick with the comedy all the time. Just seeing how many people, who never even met the man, have enjoyed his creative works and been affected by his personality is evidence of his amazing soul.
My thoughts and prayers are with all his family, friends, and colleagues during this time. The world has lost one of the good ones. You will be missed Ryan Davis. RIP.
Been listening to the Bombcast for 3 years or so and have honestly never skipped or missed an episode like I have with pretty much every other podcast I subscribe to. I always knew that whatever topics or tangents they went off on it was going to end up making me laugh. In fact thinking about it now, I went through some crazy depression for a long while the last couple years and this show was one of those things that I looked forward to and knew it would put a smile on my face every week, and it helped me in a way get through those fucked up periods in my life.
Ryan seemed to always have just the right joke or observation to make any conversation they were all having that much more crazy or hilarious. The dude was just so damn charismatic and had a mind so quick with the comedy all the time. Just seeing how many people, who never even met the man, have enjoyed his creative works and been affected by his personality is evidence of his amazing soul.
My thoughts and prayers are with all his family, friends, and colleagues during this time. The world has lost one of the good ones. You will be missed Ryan Davis. RIP.
The Bombcast was magnificent. They have so many great stories and memories; I just hate that the reason I get to hear them is because the center of these memories is longer with us. The friendship those guys share is a rare and wonderful thing. I am immensely jealous of what they have, but at the same time eternally grateful that they let me share a few hours of it every week. Giant Bomb won't be the same without Ryan, but their passion and friendship will keep the ship afloat.
Thanks Ryan.
Thanks Ryan.
MarkMclovin
Member
Jesus, I've been on a Gaf blackout for a few days and literally just caught the name of the podcast, and was like, is that a joke about him getting married or something?
His wife must be in pieces
RIP, man.
His wife must be in pieces
RIP, man.
Did Brad and Ryan not get on too well then??
RiccochetJ
Gold Member
In the podcast, Brad talks about a time when Ryan went with him on vacation to visit family. So I really don't think so.
Brad Shoemaker ‏@bradshoemaker 14h
@AnEternalEnigma people shouldn't read into things so much
Broder Salsa
Banned
Here's something people can use on flags, boards, etc. to honor Ryan.
That is super cool.
Guess its just natural mate look at it this way, for me i spread the podcast out over 3 days while im at work (hour a day) i then watch the 'i love Mondays' video, any various quick looks Ryan involved in during the week, and then TNT. Im guessing 2 days dont go by when Ryan isnt talking at me and im engaging him, in this respect i spend more time listening and seeing Ryan than i do 75% of my real life friends which i guess is the same for a lot of other people here.
Thats probably why we're all just sooo stunned and confused as to just why this has effected us all so hard for a guy we have never met, because we spent sooo much time listening to him and now his gone we can no longer do this and leaves a big gap in our lives
Zen_Arcade
Banned
I really need to get back to unlocking the QR in Animal Crossing so I can put this up.Here's something people can use on flags, boards, etc. to honor Ryan.
Dude, you part of the RetroGamer crew???, you avatar looks like there's from the mag??
Axispowers
Member
Dammit me too
Was this an in joke from a few years back regarding the eShop releases, i seem to remember mentions of it before...only been listening to the bombcast for approx 18 months?
Sometimes I'd imagine what the giant bomb crew would be doing on their site thirty years from now. I'd wonder if they'd ever retire or if they'd just keep on doing their thing. *sigh*
infinityBCRT
Member
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Pachter was very genuine and emotional... Underneath that tough shell he really is a very sensitive guy.
Heartfelt from him, certainly.
I don't think asking about the cause of death is being inconsidirate at all.
No way, Geoff was very emotional too.
Yeah, more respect for Pach (I never disliked him, just even more now) after watching that.
Crag Dweller
aka kindbudmaster
No, but it is being nosy when it isn't anyone business except for the family. Just have respect for their wishes and the personal restraint to not keep asking.
Weyland Y.
Member
Look on Youtube for How To Build a Bomb. These are 10 episodes where they film the very beginning of the site with their first office, the purchase of Luchadeer and the process of the logo design etc. Very cool stuff with a very energetic Ryan Davis in most of the videos.
EmCeeGramr
Member
IIRC, Jeff and Dave Snider thought up a bunch of silly names (THWOMP.COM) and wanted something that didn't sound like "Game Whatever."
RoadHazard
Gold Member
snoopeasystreet
Member
It'd be sweet if they create new bumpers for their videos to commemorate Ryan in some way.