The pioneers of digital effects imagined a world where the magic of CGI is seen in all facets of media. They believed that through computer generated images, majestic wonder could be created. Today's episode is in honor of those great thinkers. This one's for you guys.

Stories of the day:

• Verizon publishes first transparency report, reveals 320,000 total law enforcement requests
• Microsoft and Machinima brush off Xbox One shilling controversy (update)
• Tarantino puts 'The Hateful Eight' on hold after script leaks

Hosted by Valentina Palladino. Written by Nathan Cykiert. Video Production by John Lagomarsino.