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International Brotherhood of Magicians PodcastMeet I.B.M. International President Mike DunaganSend us a textMagicians and I.B.M. Podcasters Jason Michaels, Scott Cantrell, and Ben Young interview International President of the I.B.M., Mike Dunagan. They discuss how Mike got started in magic, how he got involved with the I.B.M., and his love of magic and mentalism.For more information on the International Brotherhood of Magicians, please visit www.magician.orgThe I.B.M. can also be found on social media at @IBMMAGICJason Michaels can be found on social media at @jasonmichaelsmagicScott...2025-05-011h 01International Brotherhood of Magicians PodcastPortable Backdrops, Constructive Criticism, and Doing Your Time OnstageSend us a textMagicians and I.B.M. Podcasters Jason Michaels, Scott Cantrell, and Ben Young discuss some of Jason's magic pet peeves. They have a lively discussion about portable backdrops, constructive criticism, and why it is so difficult for magicians to "do their time."For more information on the International Brotherhood of Magicians annual convention, please visit https://ibmconvention.com/For more information on the International Brotherhood of Magicians, please visit www.magician.orgThe I.B.M. can also be found on social media at @IBMMAGIC...2025-04-1559 minInternational Brotherhood of Magicians PodcastMeet Michael Dardant: Where Magic and Improv MeetSend us a textMagicians and I.B.M. Podcasters Jason Michaels, Scott Cantrell, and Ben Young interview Penn & Teller: Fool Us Fooler Magician Michael Dardant. They discuss Michael's experience on Fool Us, his vast knowledge of improv and how he uses it in his magic, and some of the very cool programs that he has created for the I.B.M. and the general public.To connect with Michael and watch some of the programs that are discussed on the podcast, please visit: https://www.youtube.com/@MichaelDardantFor more information on...2025-04-0159 minInternational Brotherhood of Magicians PodcastPreviewing New David Blaine: Do Not Attempt TV Series plus Interview with "Bas"Send us a textMagicians and I.B.M. Podcasters Jason Michaels, Scott Cantrell, and Ben Young preview the brand new TV series from Nat Geo - David Blaine: Do Not Attempt. They also interview "Bas" from the show.For more information on the International Brotherhood of Magicians, please visit www.magician.orgThe I.B.M. can also be found on social media at @IBMMAGICJason Michaels can be found on social media at @jasonmichaelsmagicScott Cantrell can be found at @scottcantrellblsBen Young can be...2025-03-2049 minInternational Brotherhood of Magicians PodcastMeet Keith Fields: Why You Should Compete in Magic CompetitionsSend us a textMagicians and I.B.M. Podcasters Jason Michaels, Scott Cantrell, and Ben Young interview Keith Fields. Keith shares why competing in magic competitions is so beneficial to magicians. Jason, Scott, and Ben also share some of their experiences competing at various magic conventions.For more information on the International Brotherhood of Magicians, please visit www.magician.orgThe I.B.M. can also be found on social media at @IBMMAGICJason Michaels can be found on social media at @jasonmichaelsmagicScott Cantrell can be found...2025-03-1559 minInternational Brotherhood of Magicians PodcastWhy Doing a Great Show is NOT the Best AdvertisingSend us a textMagicians and I.B.M. Podcasters Jason Michaels, Scott Cantrell, and Ben Young discuss what Jason thinks is a flaw in the age-old advice that performing a great show is the best advertising. After tackling that fallacy, Jason then revisits his argument from episode one about performing a "clean" show and why that might make the magic community guilty of being seen as "old, white men" with no point of view.For more information on the International Brotherhood of Magicians annual convention, please visit https://ibmconvention.com/For more...2025-03-0158 minInternational Brotherhood of Magicians PodcastAnnual Convention PreviewSend us a textMagicians and I.B.M. Podcasters Jason Michaels, Scott Cantrell, and Ben Young discuss the upcoming International Brotherhood of Magicians convention in Houston, TX. They share their favorite convention stories and give an update on the most recently announced talent. Early bird registration for the convention ends February 28th.For more information on the International Brotherhood of Magicians annual convention, please visit https://ibmconvention.com/For more information on the International Brotherhood of Magicians, please visit www.magician.orgThe I.B.M. can also be found...2025-02-1924 minInternational Brotherhood of Magicians PodcastMeet Tom Vorjohan - Previewing the FINAL Winter Carnival of MagicSend us a textMagicians and I.B.M. Podcasters Jason Michaels, Scott Cantrell, and Ben Young interview Tom Vorjohan. Tom discusses his involvement with the I.B.M. over the years, how he has helped grow his local Rings and the international organization as a whole, and the upcoming 50th Anniversary of the Winter Carnival of Magic and what to expect from the very last one!For more information on the International Brotherhood of Magicians, please visit www.magician.orgThe I.B.M. can also be found on social media at...2025-02-151h 04International Brotherhood of Magicians PodcastMeet Jason, Scott, and Ben - the Podcast TeamSend us a textMagicians and I.B.M. Podcasters Jason Michaels, Scott Cantrell, and Ben Young introduce themselves, introduce the podcast, and get into a discussion on whether or not it is okay to use "moth-eaten jokes" and questionable language in a magic show.For more information on the International Brotherhood of Magicians, please visit www.magician.orgThe I.B.M. can also be found on social media at @IBMMAGICJason Michaels can be found on social media at @jasonmichaelsmagicScott Cantrell can be found at @scottcantrellbls2025-02-0155 min
Reason Bound#42: Drag Queen ControversyAn Aussie named Ben joins Ryan to discuss the big drag queen issues that have been in the news the last several years seemingly nonstop. On this (weirdly) very heated topic, sober and reason-bound commentary seem sparse. Ben and Ryan discuss what exactly "drag" is, what its components can be and what its components don't have to be. As they say: "context is king", and exploring context is a good way to avoid sounding like a frothing at the mouth lunatic when discussing this issue.2025-01-051h 38
ASHPOfficialPharmacy Futures Podcast Series: Navigating the AI Summit with Ben MichaelsUCSF data scientist and pharmacist Ben Michaels joins ASHP official for an overview of the exciting AI Summit content planned for the inaugural Pharmacy Futures meeting in Portland.
The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a...2024-05-3106 min
Couch to Coached- Running podcastCouch to coached- Running Podcast Episode 76Couch to coached - AWARD WINNING running podcast. Episode 76- Its Mental health awareness week and what a treat we have lined up for you. 3 episodes with 3 special guests.Next up we have Michael Copeland AKA Fridge man. Michael is a real life super hero called Fridge man who has hiked/climbed up multiple mountains with a fridge on his back. Including climbing the the highest mountain in Africa and the highest single free-standing mountain above sea level in the world: Mount Kilimanjaro to raise money for North Staffs MIND and raise a...2024-05-1557 min
Advice FightBig MichaelsClick here for an ad-free version of this episodeSpurned on by Adam's wife Katie, who in case you couldn't tell is running this pod, the boys examine whether they're spending their spare time the right way.Featuring standup comedy from our own Adam Cayton-Holland!LINKS:
See the Grawlix live at the world-famous Bug Theatre in Denver, Colorado on Saturday, May 25th with Matt Knudsen and Caroline Williams!
See Andrew opening for Dave Stone on May 15th at the Bug Theatre!
See Ben's band SPELLS at three different locations in Colorado during...2024-04-301h 17
I Like WrestlingWrestlemania 40 PredictionsWrestlemania is so close we can taste it and we’re here with our final match predictions for both nights. Rachel reaches SummerSlam in her 1997 Raw journey and reacts to Brett Hart’s surprising win thanks to Chippendale Ref Shawn Michaels. Audio Ben thinks about a future where Big Strong Boys and Tiny Dunnes win the tag team belts.THREADS @ilwpod TWITTER @ilwpodRACHEL’S THREADS @rpolansky77 BEN’S TWITTER @grumphandleslam MATT’S TWITTER @maxvocalmediaINSTAGRAM @ilwpodTIKTOK @mattvogel5 and @ilwpod#ilikewrestlingpod #ilwpod2024-04-0353 min
Life in the Credits118 Promising Young Woman with President Britta von SchoelerBritta von Schoeler, President of Broadway Video Enterprises (BVE) at Broadway Video, joins Susan and Ben to discuss Promising Young Woman, a 2020 thriller. Britta shares what it’s like having a career leading global strategy for Lorne Michaels’ Broadway Video Enterprises. She discusses reuniting the cast of Kids in the Hall, developing Kate McKinnon’s audio comedy, Heads Will Roll, creating international partnerships for Saturday Night Live, and co-chairing the Creative Alliance, a coalition of creative and marketing agencies that supports nonprofit causes via Civic Nation. Britta plays our “Oh, What’s Her Name?” game.
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Compounders PodcastConquering the Deli Aisle with Adam Michaels, Chairman & CEO of Mama’s Creations (NASDAQ: MAMA)My guest on the show today is Adam Michaels, the Chairman and CEO of Mama’s Creations, a $140 million market cap company that provides products to the deli aisle of large food retailers. Adam became CEO in 2022, after spending about 9 years at the large consumer packaging company, Mondelez. I met Adam at a recent investment conference and wanted to have him on the podcast to discuss:
Why he decided to take the role as CEO;
The playbook he has brought from Mondelez and its applicability at Mama’s;
Why there is such a large opportunity for the company to m...2023-11-151h 03I Like WrestlingThe Halloween EpisodeThis week’s episode is full of tricks and treats, from The Curse of Camp Cornette to Hornswoggle vs. McMahon in a Steel Cage. Rachel offers periodic updates from watching NXT Halloween Havoc live and we book The Crown Jewel Card with some extra-spicy takes from Audio Ben. We find out how much vintage Shawn Michaels merch hats currently go for and speculate the booking for Jade Cargill’s opening run. Audio Ben poses a tough question about today’s commentators, Rachel finds a moment of endearment in Santino Marella, and Lola Vice dances her way into all of our he...2023-11-0159 min
The Two Vague PodcastEpisode 93 - PremiseAndrew joins Ben this week for a spork-tacular show (in cover art only); and here is your Halloween surprise… a no candy, prank-less, normally dressed, scare-free episode… that is the PREMISE! After voicing his focused excitement about a forthcoming child and how it has impacted his short term view of his job, Andrew tries Hot Honey flavored Pringles. Ben talks about the many games he has been playing as of late, but also drops a few hints about the Pringles roadmap he has devised for Andrew. Then the hosts move on to the word at hand. Ben has lots of ques...2023-10-311h 07The Two Vague PodcastEpisode 93 - PremiseAndrew joins Ben this week for a spork-tacular show (in cover art only); and here is your Halloween surprise… a no candy, prank-less, normally dressed, scare-free episode… that is the PREMISE! After voicing his focused excitement about a forthcoming child and how it has impacted his short term view of his job, Andrew tries Hot Honey flavored Pringles. Ben talks about the many games he has been playing as of late, but also drops a few hints about the Pringles roadmap he has devised for Andrew. Then the hosts move on to the word at hand. Ben has lots of ques...2023-10-311h 07
Slick and ThickBen Bigalow with Christos Giagos & Antonio Caruso | SNT#83Mickey and Gerard are joined by "the Spartans" Christos Giagos and Antonio Caruso to talk about the continuation of Ben's sugar momma story, the guys' upcoming fights, this week's NFL picks, and more.To advertise your product or service on GaS Digital podcasts please go to TheADSide.comand click on "Advertisers" for more information!You can watch The Slick and Thick Show LIVE for FREE every Saturday and Monday at 2pm ET at GaSDigitalNetwork.com/LIVE Once you're there you can sign up at GaSDigitalNetwork.com with promo code...2023-10-121h 36
Slick and ThickWhat Celebrity Should Mickey Date? | SNT#81Mickey and Gerard are back to talk about the final results of Ben's date, what celebrity Mickey should date for the clout, the impending immigrant crisis, and more. To advertise your product or service on GaS Digital podcasts please go to TheADSide.comand click on "Advertisers" for more information!You can watch The Slick and Thick Show LIVE for FREE every Saturday and Monday at 2pm ET at GaSDigitalNetwork.com/LIVE Once you're there you can sign up at GaSDigitalNetwork.com with promo code: SNT for a 7-day FREE...2023-10-0455 min
Slick and ThickDoes This Break Bro Code? | SNT#80Mickey and Gerard are back to talk about how soon after the breakup you can hook up with your friend's ex, conspiracy theories about the flat earth and simulation hypothesis, hear the results of producer Ben's date with a grandmother, and more. Part 3/3To advertise your product or service on GaS Digital podcasts please go to TheADSide.comand click on "Advertisers" for more information!You can watch The Slick and Thick Show LIVE for FREE every Saturday and Monday at 2pm ET at GaSDigitalNetwork.com/LIVE Once you're there...2023-10-041h 41
Slick and ThickMake It A Great One | SNT #79Mickey and Gerard are back to talk about Mickey's lessons from the corner, signs of the oncoming silent depression, producer Ben talks about his upcoming date with a grandmother, and much more! To advertise your product or service on GaS Digital podcasts please go to TheADSide.comand click on "Advertisers" for more information!You can watch The Slick and Thick Show LIVE for FREE every Saturday and Monday at 2pm ET at GaSDigitalNetwork.com/LIVE Once you're there you can sign up at GaSDigitalNetwork.com with promo code: SNT...2023-09-271h 45I Like WrestlingFriday Night Frenemies: MVP and Matt Hardy (2007-2008)Stone Cold vs. McMahon. Shawn Michaels vs. Bret Hart. MVP vs. Matt Hardy. Feuds between superstars is an ancient tenent of professional wrestling, a storyline as old as time, and we’re here to revisit an underrated, nuanced feud between Montell Vontavius Porter and Matt Hardy. The wacky antics of this odd couple gave us iconic moments like a boxing match with Evander Holyfield, beer drinking contest with Stone Cold, and an eventual dissolution with one of the most eccentric losses in wrestling history. Producer Jason joins us to recount his experience watching the story unfold back wh...2023-09-021h 24
Dork MattersWorld Wrestling FedorkationLet's get ready to rumble! Lexi & Ben are dorking out about the best WWF wrestlers of the 80s and 90s and pitting them against each other in a no holds barred, chair-swinging, turnbuckle jumping, smack-talking Royal Rumble. They also dork out about the Sunday Night Sex Show with Sue Johanson, the Hart's and Stampede Wrestling, and the World Wildlife Foundation. Give us a hell yeah!FURTHER DORKSCUSSION:Sue JohansonWWE HistoryControversy 1980s1990sHonkey Tonk ManIRSThe Iron SheikGoldustBig Boss ManSgt. SlaughterRavishing Rick RudeThe British Bulldog"The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiaseOwen HartHacksaw Jim DugganKaneJimmy Superfly SnukaTriple HJake The S...2023-07-191h 16
Lancaster ConnectsBret Michaels VIP After Party & Ticket Giveaway For Parti-Gras 2023!Still riding high off of the amazing 100th episode, Ben & Jeff discuss their interview with Bret Michaels and share exciting news about ticket & VIP package giveaways for an Bret Michaels at Pardi-Gras 2023 in Central PA. Bret has given the Lancaster Connects community a whopping 40 tickets in total, with 10 pairs reserved for Hometown Heroes and 10 pairs for Veterans, along with a special VIP experience. Submissions are directed to https://LancasterConnects.com to enter the contest by submitting a photo or nominating someone. The winners will be determined by the photo with the most likes or hearts, and they will be...2023-07-1053 minLancaster Connects100th Episode Party With Bret Michaels!So glad you could join us for our biggest episode yet, hometown hero and rockstar Bret Michaels shares his deep connection to Central Pennsylvania. Michaels, who was born and raised in Mechanicsburg, emphasizes the importance of home and the strong work ethic that characterizes the area's residents.Michaels' love for Central PA is evident in his dedication to giving back to the community. He created the Party Gras Tour, which is set to perform at Hollywood Casino on August 26th, as a celebration of all things Central PA. Michaels called it a "circus of...2023-07-031h 01I Like WrestlingShawn Michaels vs. Randy Orton (Survivor Series 2007)What happens when you take away a wrestler’s signature move? It’s not quite the Chekhov’s Gun comparison Matt claims, but taking away Shawn Michael’s Sweet Chin Music at his Survivor Series match against Randy Orton adds a unique level of storytelling and finesse to this oft-forgotten banger. Rachel finally impresses Matt and Audio Ben by redeeming the so-called “unwatchable era” as the gang talks through the blood, guts, and pretzel of it all. We react to Pretty Deadly’s cheeky debut on Friday Night Snackdown, Rachel watches a 2014 Lana/Rusev and Jack Swagger/Zeb Colter promo, Audio B...2023-05-271h 10I Like WrestlingBacklash BunnyChambea, ¡jala! We can still hear the crowd cheers reverberating through our ears over a week later as the I Like Wrestling trio returns to react to Backlash. Shawn Michaels may have lost his smile but Rhea Ripley could barely contain hers during Zelina Vega’s entrance, just one of many memorable moments in a night filled with blood and Bad Bunny. Matt and Ben are feeling the “Jury Duty” vibes as they introduce Rachel to Wrestler’s Court. Matt further emphasizes the importance of a hot crowd as he recounts his experience attending a GCW live show in Brooklyn...2023-05-191h 01
Young OpportunistEp. 030: Reduce Procrastination & Increase ProductivityIn this week's Young Opportunist podcast episode we speak with Michael Batko - the CEO of Startmate (one of Australia and New Zealand’s largest Start-Up Accelerators). As part of our Melbourne Tour, it was essential that we met with Michael to have a discussion on all things Productivity. Some key topics we cover:Michaels top tips to help tackle procrastination and achieve our goalsHow to overcome procrastination by embracing small changes for lasting successThe importance of setting work-life boundaries when trying to juggle a side-hustle with a 9-5“Attention is the prerequisite for any meani...2023-04-2327 min
Young OpportunistEp. 030: Reduce Procrastination & Increase ProductivityIn this week's Young Opportunist podcast episode we speak with Michael Batko - the CEO of Startmate (one of Australia and New Zealand’s largest Start-Up Accelerators). As part of our Melbourne Tour, it was essential that we met with Michael to have a discussion on all things Productivity. Some key topics we cover:Michaels top tips to help tackle procrastination and achieve our goalsHow to overcome procrastination by embracing small changes for lasting successThe importance of setting work-life boundaries when trying to juggle a side-hustle with a 9-5“Attention is the prerequisite for any meani...2023-04-2327 min
The Renegade Lawyer PodcastMarketing Expert Bill Hauser Reveals How To Become A Better Future YouTakeaways from the National Trial Lawyers Miami Summit and the 2008 financial crisis. Ben chats with SMB’s Bill Hauser about how to reconstruct your identity to become your future you!Bill is the CEO of the SMB Team, speaker, (newly married) husband, marketing magician, and dirt bike enthusiast. Bill has interviewed both legal and business tycoons. He's had the pleasure of interviewing: Magic Johnson, Kevin O'Leary, Grant Cardone, Jordan Belfort, Alex Rodriguez, Jillian Michaels and two speakers at the National Trial Lawyers Business of Law Conference speakers (Mike Morse & John Nachazel).In the last four yea...2023-02-1638 min
Sports Chat With MattBen Askren Talks POTENTIAL JORGE MASVIDAL REMATCH, Overcoming Performance Anxiety, Jake PaulSend us a textFunky Ben Askren joins Sports Chat With Matt to discuss his new book, the psychology of sports performance, a potential MMA fight with Jake Paul, and perhaps coming out of retirement for a rematch with Jorge Masvidal.00:00 Writing His New Book 'Funky' 00:46 What’s Next For Ben…01:17 Ben On Overcoming Performance Anxiety03:47 Ben on going to Missouri Rather Than UW-Madison 06:02 What Year Was Ben's Prime?08:13 Ben on the Issues With Sparring10:08 Thoughts on Jake Paul With The PFL & Fighting Him Again11:11 Ben WOULD Fight Jorge...2023-02-0914 min
Roots of Reality#102 Family and Music with Ryan MichaelsIn this Roots of Reality Experiences episode, historian Ben Baumann talks with musician Ryan Michaels about the importance of music in his family, the origins of Haley & Michaels, and his work creating music in support of Ukraine.
Music- https://www.haleyandmichaels.com/
Spotify- https://open.spotify.com/artist/5ko56X4u667qvCekZkcWHF?autoplay=true
YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjJUYxoG-K2qewDnC0YD7KQ
Apple Music- https://music.apple.com/us/artist/haley-michaels/609857311
Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/HaleyandMichaels/
Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/haleyandmichaels/
Twitter- https://mobile.twitter.com/haleynmichaels
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The Tony Michaels PodcastBen Shapiro SUCKS at Watching Movies | The Tony Michaels Podcast #297Send us a textBen Shapiro SUCKS at Watching MoviesHates on the NetFlix Original 'Glass Onion'The Tony Michaels PodcastTexas Paul joins us! Texas Paul YouTube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJb3YLSqBdSSx-86_ByHb3QFollow Texas Paul on Twitterhttps://twitter.com/Paultx890WATCH TONY LIVEhttps://tonymichaels.live/DARK BRANDON T-SHIRThttps://store.thetonymichaels.com/listing/dark-brandon-shirtSUPPORT PRO-DEMOCRACY SPEECH TODAY!https://tonymichaels.live/tip2022-12-272h 01
Paul Michaels Podcast#7 - Ben May - Fitness For Hunting - TrainingBen May is an ex professional rugby player of 20 years, hunter, hunting guide and farmer. In this podcast Paul and Ben talk about some good options for fitness and training to stay fit for hunting.2022-12-131h 22
Paul Michaels Podcast#6 - Ben May - Fitness For Hunting - DietBen May is an ex professional rugby player of 20 years, hunter, hunting guide and farmer. In this podcast Paul and Ben talk about some good options and key points on eating a good diet to help you get and stay fit for hunting. This is part 1 of a 2 part series Paul and Ben are doing on fitness for hunting. The next part will be on working out to get and stay fit for hunting. That podcast will be up soon.2022-11-151h 22The Tony Michaels PodcastMarjorie Taylor Greene • Bonehead of the Week | REACTSend us a textMarjorie Taylor Greene• Bonehead of the Week | REACTWho's the Bonehead of the Week?Contestants:Rep. Marjorie Taylor GreeneDevin NunesBen ShapiroDishonorable Mention: Donald TrumpAlpha Cuck: Charlie KirkVote on Twitter @TonyMichaelsPodhttps://twitter.com/TonyMichaelsPod/status/1519839864694452224?s=20&t=FSS07W9rYKY_3Tqj5XipGwSUPPORT PRO-DEMOCRACY SPEECH TODAY!http://support.tonymichaelspod.com/Wanna add your favorite idiot to the list? boneheadoftheweek.comThe Tony Michaels PodcastIn you...2022-08-2843 minThe Tony Michaels Podcast14 FBI Agents? | The Tony Michaels Podcast #205Send us a text14 FBI Agents?The Tony Michaels PodcastWe ask Comedian Ben Gleib about his abortion debate with Charlie Kirk. He describes the famous moment where the Turning Points USA founder confuses a dolphin fetus with a human fetus.Ben Gleib’s newest comedy special, "THE MAD KING":https://youtu.be/zJbQT-ZcPLwDolphin Fetus Clip:https://youtu.be/-lqa5uTgRdwFull Ben Gleib - Charlie Kirk Debate:https://youtu.be/feIIxd0eWkgFollow Ben Gleib:Gleib's YouTube Channel: youtube.com/bg...2022-08-152h 02Sports Chat With MattCornelius 'K9' Bundrage Interview - Oldest Junior Middleweight Champ in Boxing History, Training Ben Askren for Jake Paul, Paul's Next Fight, Usyk vs. JoshuaSend us a textCheck out the newest episode of Sports Chat With Matt with former world champ Cornelius 'K9' Bundrage! K9 is full of positive energy and is a wide open book about his boxing journey from the reality TV Show 'The Contender' to becoming the oldest Junior Middleweight Champion of all-time. K9 discusses coaching Ben Askren for Jake Paul & Jake's upcoming fight. We also break down the current boxing scene and make some predictions. Let's go champ! 2022-07-2058 min
: lower black pain.Fellow MortalsI am not a mouse, and even if I was, I would either be one of those cute mice in nature specials that cleverly avoid snakes and hawks or a world famous French chef. You can do that, if you’re a mouse. I saw a documentary about it.Some people hate mice, the same way Indiana Jones hates snakes. Maybe they may have had a bad mouse experience, once. But when I was about six years old there was a movie that came out about mice that I absolutely wasn’t allowed to see because it was...2022-06-0906 min
Talk to BenEp 36: Georgie Michaels - 'I'm not the only one that feels like this'In this week's episode of Talk to Ben, Ben sits down with Georgie Michaels. Georgie and Ben have known each other for around twelve years. Georgie speaks about her grief when losing her father, how she managed with lockdowns while living alone during Covid and how she has coped with her mental health. Georgie:https://www.instagram.com/georgiemichaels/Ben:Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/talktobenofficial/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/talktobenpodWebsite:linktr.ee/t...2022-05-1349 minThe Tony Michaels PodcastMarjorie Taylor Greene • Bonehead of the Week | April 29, 2022Send us a textMarjorie Taylor Greene • Bonehead of the Week | REACTWho's the Bonehead of the Week?Contestants:Elon MuskRep. Marjorie Taylor GreeneLaura IngrahamDishonorable Mention: Madison CawthornAlpha Cuck: Ben ShapiroVote on Twitter @TonyMichaelsPodhttps://twitter.com/TonyMichaelsPod/status/1519839864694452224?s=20&t=FSS07W9rYKY_3Tqj5XipGwWanna add your favorite idiot to the list? boneheadoftheweek.comThe Tony Michaels PodcastIn your face commentary of current events and political news.No rul...2022-05-0251 min
Life in the Credits043 Duck Soup with Writer Matt NeumanMatt Neuman, writer, joins Susan and Ben to discuss Duck Soup, a 1933 comedy. Matt shares what it’s like having a career as a comedy writer on Saturday Night Live and Not Necessarily the News. He discusses getting his big break on writing for Lily Tomlin in 1975, passing up Lorne Michaels’ offer to join a new show he was developing only to get hired anyway on the 5th season of SNL, the breakneck pace of writing a weekly sketch show, writing sketches for Bill Russell of the Boston Celtics, and transitioning to writing comedy for his own online publication The...2022-04-2146 minThe Tony Michaels PodcastBen Shapiro is a BOZO | The Tony Michaels Podcast #117Send us a textBen Shapiro is a BOZOThe Tony Michaels PodcastKaren F Agnifilo @KFAlegal from MeidasTouch Legal AF Podcast joins us for a discussion about the Jan 6 case and Frank James the suspected Sunset Park Subway Shooter.Surfing Twitter Trends • Frank James, Greg Abbott, Pence, Jimmy Carter, Yellen, Thomas Jefferson, Bill Maher, Joe RoganTwo Republican residents at the Villages in Florida admitted to voter fraud. You noticing a pattern yet? Watch @TonyMichaelsPod for your daily breakdown.Subscribe to The Tony Michaels Podcast: https://pod.lin...2022-04-132h 04
The inrehearsal podcastA Neurodiversity Journey with Jessica Michaels In this podcast we speak with Jessica Michaels, talent development partner at Adobe and neurodiversity speaker and consultant, on her neurodiversity journey. From early lived experiences, to reaching a diagnosis, to speaking out in the workplace, Jessica combines humour, vulnerability and work-related situations to bring to life her own story, shed light on the experience of being neurodivergent at school, at work and in the family and discuss what organisations can do to make space for neurodiversity in their workplaces and cultures. 2022-03-311h 02The Tony Michaels PodcastNord Stream 2 Down | The Tony Michaels Podcast #081Send us a textBroadcasted live on Twitch -- Watch live at https://www.twitch.tv/thetonymichaelsSHIT LIST ROUND UP • Surfing Twitter Trends • #AhmaudArbery Rick Scott, Nord Stream 2, Luxembourgish, #DontSayGay Andy Ngo, Ben Smith, Kyle RittenhouseApple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lets-talk-the-tony-michaels-podcast/id1561049560Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/49rDYbKyzlwrIjX6SiRX1g?si=V2NMlU3zQgeeG9rEw_20fw&dl_branch=1Twitchtwitch.tv/thetonymichaelsFUCK'EM Hatshats.thetonymichaels.comFollow Tony on Social Media@thetonymichaelsSu...2022-02-222h 02
The Military Veteran Dad PodcastWhen with Jeff WellenWhat do you wish you knew when you first got started?We spend way too much wondering how things could have been different, but we also don't spend nearly enough time learning from people ahead of us to make sure we don't repeat the same mistakes.Our guest today Jeff decided to write a book titled When: Things I Wish I Knew When I Was STARTING OUT, STARTING OVER, and Trying To GET AHEAD. Jeff has spent the last 38 years traveling a journey of success, failure, the highest of highs and the lowest o...2022-01-3158 minThe Tony Michaels Podcast#064 Pittsburgh Infrastructure & Act 77 | SHIT LIST ROUND UP | The Tony Michaels PodcastSend us a textBroadcasted live on Twitch -- Watch live at https://www.twitch.tv/thetonymichaelsSHIT LIST ROUND UP • Surfing Twitter Trends • Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Infrastructure, Act 77, First Cat, Challenger, Ben Carson, Joe Rogaine, #ThanksJoeRogan Trevor Noah, South Florida, PA Supreme Court, The White HouseDownload the Podcast podcast.thetonymichaels.comApple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lets-talk-the-tony-michaels-podcast/id1561049560Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/49rDYbKyzlwrIjX6SiRX1g?si=V2NMlU3zQgeeG9rEw_20fw&dl_branch=1Twitchtwitch.tv/thetonymichaels2022-01-282h 02
Keeping It Real: Conversations with Jillian MichaelsJillian's Engagement Story! Prioritizing Eye Health! The Benefits of Chewing Gum?!Jillian has discovered that true love means never having to say you're sorry things aren't going as planned. Eye health tips about different types of light, helpful foods, The Bates Method, and more! Plus, after becoming completely intrigued by a Ben Greenfield article about chewing different types of gum, she digs in!For 25% off The Fitness App by Jillian Michaels, go to www.thefitnessapp.com/podcastdealFollow us on Instagram @JillianMichaels and @MartiniCindyJillian Michaels Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1880466198675549Email your questions to JillianPodcast@gmail.com2021-12-1346 min
Cooper and Anthony ShowCover Songs for Hanukkah, Ben Affleck Shared His Parenting Philosophy , Coupling Season is About To Begin, Can’t Come Into Work, Having a Baby, Best Of: How Did You MeetCover Songs for Hanukkah, Ben Affleck Shared His Parenting Philosophy , Coupling Season is About To Begin, Can’t Come Into Work, Having a Baby, Best Of: How Did You Meet2021-12-021h 02
VH HuntiesJes Eats the Interview and Eats Ky's FaceThis week, the girls are getting absolutely grilled by some Bret Michaels superfans. One of the girls solidifies her love for Bret permanently. Meanwhile, Kyle and Ben talk about the sensuality of getting tattoos and going on dates with hot people.Follow our pod at:@VH_Hunties on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTokAnd our co-hosts Kyle and Ben at:@kyry5 on Twitter and Instagram@bbakerzz on Twitter, Instagram and TikTok2021-11-2251 min
Cooper and Anthony ShowNigel Bach from The Bad Ben Movies, Facebook Gets A New Name, Best Of: What They Served MeNigel Bach from The Bad Ben Movies, Facebook Gets A New Name, Best Of, What They Served Me. More at www.CooperandAnthony.com, and watch us nightly at 7pm EST https://www.twitch.tv/cooperandanthony2021-10-231h 17The Tony Michaels PodcastEpisode #040 - The Tony Michaels Podcast • Guest: Ben Meiselas of MeidasTouchSend us a textLet's TalkThe Tony Michaels PodcastEpisode #040SPECIAL GUEST EPISODEBen MeiselasMeidasTouch.comHost of The MeidasTouch Podcast and Legal AF PodcastBen's Twitter@meiselasbMeidasTouch Twitter@MeidasTouch@MeidasTouchPod@MTLegalAFIn your face commentary of current events and political news.No rules and no boundaries!Download the Podcast podcast.thetonymichaels.comApple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lets-talk-the-tony-michaels-podcast/id1561049560Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.c...2021-09-2451 minCooper and Anthony ShowJennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck Are Out Here Touring a $65 Million MansionJennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck were spotted house hunting in Los Angeles this week, and reportedly toured a house that's on sale for $64.95 million. More at www.CooperandAnthony.com, and watch us nightly at 7pm EST https://www.twitch.tv/cooperandanthony2021-07-1708 min
Phil and Lisa Ruin the MoviesPhil and Lisa Ruin Ben StillerPhil and Lisa dive into the oeuvre of Ben Stiller and can’t sanction his buffoonery. Plus, gangster movies! Comic book movies! Evan Hansen! And an extended visit from Harvey Keitel and his… um…. accoutrement.
Movies ruined: Lansky, Dear Evan Hansen, The Eternals, Zoolander, Ran.
Lisa Schmeiser and Philip Michaels
2021-06-1550 min
THE MUSIC LOUNGE PODCASTEpisode 18 - BEN MICHAELS - International Dueling Piano Player, World TravelerIt's a rock and roll piano show week. My guest this week is international dueling pianist, vocalist, and world traveler Ben Michaels.
Ben is a veteran of the music industry. He has been entertaining audiences worldwide for over 30 years. Originally from Miami, Florida, Ben has performed for international crowds from Las Vegas to Rio de Janeiro, New York City to Barcelona, just to name a few.
Ben brings a unique audience interactive show to the stage, taking requests from all musical genres and getting the crowd involved in every song.
Ben began playing...2021-05-1152 min
The Sand TrapConeheads, SNL & The Barbs of PrivilegeWe do it live on our longest episode yet. The tabs get unruly as we discuss Saturday Night Live, the 90s comedy boom, nostalgia epidemics, the joy of Myers, Carvey & Hartman, Uncle Michaels, Herlihy, the writers who made Sandler, thriving at the desk, gay beer, the era of auteur advertising, a Sandler & Schneider switch, Sinead’s foreword thinking, Lorne the cop, soft to loud, future peers, Murphy’s Law, the Midwest’s Manhattan, the boys running rampant, personal computer culture, Bush’s idea, & SNL’s big secret.Links/Sources:Live from New York bookNew York Mag H...2021-03-011h 18
Paul Michaels PodcastBUSH STALKING DEER Hunting With Ben May And Paul MichaelsYou can watch the video version to this podcast and many others on 'The Paul John Michaels Podcast' YouTube Channel. 2021-02-281h 36
Paul Michaels PodcastHOW TO CLEAN A RIFLE Plus BARREL BREAK IN With Ben May And Paul MichaelsYou can watch the video version to this podcast and many others on 'The Paul John Michaels Podcast' YouTube Channel. 2021-02-111h 44
Dark Side PodcastLiving The Commando MindsetMassive thanks to @ben_williams_cm for joining me tonight on the Dark Side Podcast
Absolutely epic chat that’s been a long time in the making, covering many aspects of what’s fear and controlling it, Commando Mindset, becoming an author and much more
Check out Ben’s excellent work especially his new book and podcast @commando_mindset2021-02-081h 00
Paul Michaels PodcastHunting Butchery Podcast With Ben May And Paul MichaelsYou can watch the video version to this podcast and many others on 'The Paul John Michaels Podcast' YouTube Channel. 2021-01-221h 22
Social Science FictionAnalyzing the Empire: Authoritarianism in Star WarsWelcome to 2021! We start off the new year with Star Wars. Discussing authoritarianism, totalitarianism, and the politics and government of the Empire. Notes:3:01 - Hence the term "totalitarianism." An attempt at total control of all aspects of state and society. 3:12 - This is not to say that authoritarian governments don't have secret police or spy on their people. There is, of course, lots of overlap between these regimes. The point is that totalitarian regimes use these tools to control society and mobilize the people in a way that authoritarian regimes don't. 6:50 - Admiral Motti would...2021-01-1428 min
Paul Michaels PodcastCHOOSING THE BEST HUNTING KNIFE + SHARPENING - With Ben May And Paul MichaelsYou can watch the video version of all these podcasts on 'The Paul John Michaels Podcast' YouTube Channel. 2021-01-051h 31
Paul Michaels PodcastHUNTING BULLET BALLISTICS - DEEP DIVE - With Ben May And Paul MichaelsYou can watch the video version of these podcasts on 'The Paul John Michaels Podcast' YouTube Channel. 2020-12-281h 30Talk to BenEp 21: Chrismukkah (Bonus)In this bonus episode, Ben sits down with two of his friends, Josh Michaels and Leor Mizrachi. The boys talk about celebrating Chrismukkah - the combination of Christmas and the Jewish festival of Chanukah. They describe what they normally do during this period, how it will be different this year and what advice they could give to help people who may be struggling during this period.Chanukah Info:https://www.history.com/topics/holidays/hanukkah#:~:text=The%20eight%2Dday%20Jewish%20celebration,oppressors%20in%20the%20Maccabean%20Revolt.Josh:https://www.instagram.com/jo...2020-12-2533 minSocial Science FictionMore Thoughts on CyberpunkI've still barely scratched the surface of the game but I have a few more thoughts. I've also read up on the criticism of CDPR by fans and observers and I have more to say about the mess that is the game's release. The short version: a lot of the criticism is fair, some isn't, most probably could have been avoided if CDPR had handled its messaging better. Happy Holidays! Intro and outro music: "Swim below as Leviathans" by Fireproof_Babies (featuring Ben Shewmaker) is licensed under CC BY.2020-12-2422 min
Paul Michaels PodcastHOW TO FIND HUNTING SPOTS! - With Ben May And Paul Michaels2020-12-221h 36Social Science FictionCyberpunk 2077: Is This Our Political Future?Are we heading towards a Cyberpunk future? A discussion of how Cyberpunk (the game and the genre) depict the state and other political entities. Other topics include balancing against threats in international relations and the concept of extended deterrence. I close with my thoughts on the game so far. Notes: 0:42 - Like many gamers, I was a big fan the Witcher 3. I was lukewarm on the preceding titles. 0:59 - Reviews seem very mixed at the moment and vary dramatically across platforms due, in large part, to the bugs and graphics issues that are more common o...2020-12-1834 min
Paul Michaels PodcastHunting Etiquette With Ben May And Paul MichaelsYou can watch the video versions of these podcasts on The Paul John Michaels Podcast YouTube Channel. 2020-12-141h 14Social Science FictionAvatar: The Last Airbender, V for Vendetta, The Dark Knight and More: The Fiction of the Bush-eraSo much fiction of the 2000s seemed eager to comment on the politics of the time. From the War on Terror, to the Patriot Act, we discuss how the politics of the Bush-era were examined through sci-fi and fantasy. Notes: 13:12 - Moore apparently disliked this adaptation, being annoyed that his anarchist messages were dropped and the villain took on a more neoconservative flavor. 13:28 - Margaret Thatcher was the British Prime Minister whose leadership seemed to influence Moore's writing of V for Vendetta. Tony Blair was the Prime Minister for much of the Bush years and supported t...2020-12-1038 minSocial Science FictionGame of Thrones and Political LegitimacyA discussion of political legitimacy in A Song of Ice and Fire and the Game of Thrones tv series. How do different regimes legitimize their rule? Why is it dangerous to share power with a religious establishment? The theories of Max Weber and Mancur Olson are featured.Notes:2:45 - Max Weber is a big name in political science. His Essay, Politics as a Vocation, discusses political legitimacy among other topics. 5:04 - I suppose the Arryns are in the mix there too. They always seem to be overlooked. 6:13 - Varys, Jaime Lannister, a...2020-12-0434 min
Paul Michaels PodcastHunting Packs And Boots With Ben May And Paul MichaelsLearn more about the Deer Dog Training Blueprint at: Our Website - http://bit.ly/B-G-I-D Get it now - http://bit.ly/BGID-product FaceBook - http://bit.ly/BGID-FB Instagram - http://bit.ly/BGID-Insta For our general dog training series: Our Website - http://bit.ly/Paumiko Get it now - http://bit.ly/Pau-Product Facebook - http://bit.ly/Pau-FB Instagram - http://bit.ly/Pau-Insta Check out our Podcast: Youtube - http://bit.ly/TPMP-YT Itunes - http://bit.ly/TPMR-ITunes Facebook - https://bit.ly/PJM-FB Instagram - https://bit.ly/PJM-IG Or if...2020-12-031h 11
Paul Michaels PodcastHunting From Huts And Choosing The Right Camp Cooker With Ben May And Paul MichaelsYou Can Listen To All Of Our Podcasts and QnA's on The Paul John Michaels Podcast. Available on all the good podcast apps. Learn more about the Deer Dog Training Blueprint at: Our Website - http://bit.ly/B-G-I-D Get it now - http://bit.ly/BGID-product FaceBook - http://bit.ly/BGID-FB Instagram - http://bit.ly/BGID-Insta For our general dog training series: Our Website - http://bit.ly/Paumiko Get it now - http://bit.ly/Pau-Product Facebook - http://bit.ly/Pau-FB Instagram - http://bit.ly/Pau-Insta Check out our Podcast: Youtube - http...2020-11-291h 24
Paul Michaels PodcastSleep Systems And Shelters With Ben May And Paul John MichaelsLearn more about the Deer Dog Training Blueprint at: Our Website - http://bit.ly/B-G-I-D Get it now - http://bit.ly/BGID-product FaceBook - http://bit.ly/BGID-FB Instagram - http://bit.ly/BGID-Insta For our general dog training series: Our Website - http://bit.ly/Paumiko Get it now - http://bit.ly/Pau-Product Facebook - http://bit.ly/Pau-FB Instagram - http://bit.ly/Pau-Insta Check out our Podcast: Youtube - http://bit.ly/TPMP-YT Itunes - http://bit.ly...2020-11-221h 13Social Science FictionLord of the Rings and World War II (Featuring Adam Robertson)I'm joined by my brother Adam and we revive a childhood discussion. If the War of the Ring was World War II, who would everyone be? Sidetracks include a discussion of Tolkien's theology and the overlooked virtues of Boromir. Notes:1:28 - Mage Knights (the miniatures game, not the board game) was an interesting game that began the brief "Clix System" craze. I remember it being a lot of fun. A nice combination of the collectible and random element from collectible card games like Magic: The Gathering and the miniature wargame element from stuff like Warhammer. 2:45 - A brief discu...2020-11-1842 min
Paul Michaels PodcastHunting Clothing Podcast With Ben May And Paul John MichaelsLearn more about the Deer Dog Training Blueprint at: Our Website - http://bit.ly/B-G-I-D Get it now - http://bit.ly/BGID-product FaceBook - http://bit.ly/BGID-FB Instagram - http://bit.ly/BGID-Insta For our general dog training series: Our Website - http://bit.ly/Paumiko Get it now - http://bit.ly/Pau-Product Facebook - http://bit.ly/Pau-FB Instagram - http://bit.ly/Pau-Insta Check out our Podcast: Youtube - http://bit.ly/TPMP-YT Itunes - http://bit.ly...2020-11-1554 minSocial Science FictionExamining Black MirrorI spend a whole lot of time griping about Black Mirror but I do really like the show. I close with some of my favorite episodes. Notes:1:53 - Everybody's who's seen this episode immediately knew what I was talking about and their mind just went to a dark place. 2:59 - Spoiler Warning: I will discuss the plots and twists of all the episodes I cover. 3:52 - Fridge logic is one of my favorite terms from TV Tropes (https://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/FridgeLogic) 4:33 - Fifteen Million Merits 2020-11-1242 min
Paul Michaels PodcastLong Range Hunting With Ben May And Paul John MichaelsLearn more about the Deer Dog Training Blueprint at: Our Website - http://bit.ly/B-G-I-D Get it now - http://bit.ly/BGID-product FaceBook - http://bit.ly/BGID-FB Instagram - http://bit.ly/BGID-Insta For our general dog training series: Our Website - http://bit.ly/Paumiko Get it now - http://bit.ly/Pau-Product Facebook - http://bit.ly/Pau-FB Instagram - http://bit.ly/Pau-Insta Check out our Podcast: Youtube - http://bit.ly/TPMP-YT Itunes - http://bit.ly...2020-11-061h 17Social Science FictionThe Politics of Mass EffectI heap praise on one of my favorite video games of all time and discuss the politics of the setting. Topics include theories of international relations and the structure of the United Nations and the UN Security Council. Mild spoilers for the Mass Effect setting but no major plot elements or twists are discussed. Notes:3:18 - Isometric refers to a video game art style that involves creating a 2D map that appears to be 3D. Baldur's Gate, the original Fallout, and Diablo are all examples of the style. 3:45 - Star Wars: Knights of the Old...2020-11-0449 minCooper and Anthony ShowNigel Bach from the Bad Ben TrilogyNigel Bach is a producer/director/actor/writer for the Bad Ben Trilogy. His new movie "Bad Ben 8 - Pandemic" is out now. More at www.CooperandAnthony.com2020-10-3038 minSocial Science FictionThe X-Files (Featuring Jon LoChiatto)I'm joined by Jon LoChiatto and we discuss the X-Files. Conspiracy theories, the current state of American politics, and the spiritual successor to the X-Files, Fringe, are also covered. Notes:3:25 - The season 2 episode "Duane Barry" features the infamous speedo we reference here. 4:10 - In X-Files fandom, "mythology episodes" refer to episodes that build on the larger, series-spanning plot as opposed to the one-off, "monster of the week" episodes."7:29 - Hired goons? (Bonus points you get this Simpsons reference). 22:28 - Apologies to Joshua Jackson of Dawson's Creek and Fringe. He...2020-10-281h 01Social Science FictionAliens and Alien InvasionsWeek three of celebrating Halloween and horror. This time it's aliens and alien invasion. From mindless monsters, to super-viruses, to conquerors, the many varieties of alien fiction. Notes:1:26 - Discussing the sub-genres of alien fiction 1:46 - The alien as a monster 2:07 - Also known as the "space jockey"4:07 - A brief reference of cyberpunk. Something that will surely be discussed in greater detail soon with Cyberpunk 2077 about to be released. 4:57 - Asymmetric warfare refers to wars in which the combatants have vastly different military capabilities. The Vietnam War and the Iraq ...2020-10-2123 minSocial Science FictionZombies! The Many Meanings of the Zombie in FictionA brief history of the zombie in folklore and popular culture. Followed by a discussion of World War Z (the book, not the mediocre movie). Ending with plan for the zombie apocalypse. Notes:0:53 - Discussing the roots of the zombie in Haitian folklore. 2:13 - Amy Wilentz has written about this topic. https://www.nytimes.com/2012/10/31/opinion/a-zombie-is-a-slave-forever.html 4:00 - Early portrayals of the zombie in Western media. 6:17 - I Am Legend is a novel by Richard Matheson, published in 1954 about a man who survives what could be called a...2020-10-1433 minSocial Science FictionBuffy Shrugged (or didn't)A discussion of Ayn Rand's Objectivism and how Buffy the Vampire Slayer opposes it. Also discussed are Faith's nihilist tendencies and Anya's love of capitalism. Notes: 2:05 - "Monster of the week" is a term originally coined by the writers of The Outer Limits. It describes an episode of a TV series that features a standalone story with a villain that is created solely for that episode. 3:32 - The basics of Rand and Objectivism 4:22 - Atlas was a figure in Greek mythology. It is actually a common misconception that he held the world on hi...2020-10-0632 minSocial Science FictionCelebrating Banned Books WeekA big thanks to Deborah Caldwell-Stone for taking the time to speak with me! In the first half of the episode, I do a list of recommendations of books to read in honor of Banned Books Week. I'm then joined by Director Caldwell-Stone to talk about the work of the Office for Intellectual Freedom and the purpose of Banned Books Week. Notes:1:44 - I realize I'm being a bit optimistic here. Sadly, it seems a lot of people aren't actually fans of freedom of speech, the press, etc. 3:16 - The list. 12:44 - M...2020-09-2950 min
Secret SonicsSecret Sonics 065 - Mike PepeMike Pepe is a music producer, writer, and mixing engineer working out of Barefoot Recording in the heart of Hollywood, CA, USA! You can find out more about Mike at https://linearmanagement.com/index.php/mike-pepe/You can find Mike on Social MediaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikepepemusic/You can listen to the song "Size of My Heart" by Sundressed that we discussed in its entirety here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TYLxNDeoLL4As I mentioned in a previous episode, I've started a Whatsapp group community. If you're interested in j...2020-09-271h 30Social Science FictionThe Politics of Robert Heinlein: For Us the LivingWe wrap up the Heinlein series with a look at For Us the Living: A Comedy of Customs. From social credit to privacy rights, what does Heinlein's first novel tell us about how his politics evolved (or didn't) over time? Notes:1:51 - Background of the novel. 4:55 - A brief plot overview. 5:00 - For those not familiar, Rip Van Winkle is the titular character of a short story by Washington Irving about a man who sleeps for twenty years, missing the American Revolution. 8:33 - The politics of For Us the Living...2020-09-2245 minSocial Science FictionThe Politics of Robert Heinlein: Stranger in a Strange LandExamining the libertarian and hippie themes of Stranger in a Strange Land. Does this novel represent a shift in philosophy from Starship Troopers or are there consistencies to be found? Notes:0:55 - Grok is a great term and is used a lot of different ways in the book and by nerds who have adopted the term since. It's generally used to mean something is understood or liked but characters in the book make clear that its true definition can only be expressed in the Martian language.1:19 - Discussing the background of Stranger in a Strange Land. 2020-09-1538 minSocial Science FictionJudging the Jedi: Feudalism and State-BuildingThis past week, in a town in Massachusetts... Social Science FictionIt is a dark time for the podcast. Having launched a few weeks ago, the fledgling show works to amuse its audience with insightful commentary on a range of nerdy topics. However, while covering numerous settings, it has somehow overlooked what is perhaps the most beloved and popular nerdy franchise of all time. Eager to correct this oversight, the brilliant and handsome host of Social Science Fiction discusses the politics of Star Wars. Specifically, how do the Jedi fit into the Star Wars universe? 2020-09-0843 minSocial Science FictionThe Politics of Robert Heinlein: Starship TroopersExamining the politics of Starship Troopers. Is the Terran Federation's citizen-civilian distinction inspired by the philosophy of Jean Jacques Rousseau? Is it actually a fascist state? What would Heinlein have to say about the foreign policy of Eisenhower and Kennedy? Listen to find out? Notes:3:40 - I suppose the title is a giveaway there. 11:00 - The other alien species being the "Skinnies." At the beginning of the novel they are allied with the bugs but are later said to have switched sides. 11:47 - Getting into the citizen-civilian distinction 12:15 - Using "libera...2020-09-0154 minSocial Science FictionWarhammer 40K: Judging the EmperorJon and I continue a debate that we began on the Dork Web Podcast. Check it out at thedorkweb.net. John argues the Emperor did what was necessary to save humanity. I argue he was, at best, incompetent and, at worst, evil. Who's right? Intro and outro music: "Swim below as Leviathans" by Fireproof_Babies (featuring Ben Shewmaker) is licensed under CC BY. 2020-08-1849 min
Phil with F30"From Playing Video Games in Basement to Making $1 Million" (Z at Serenity Forge)Today’s guest on the “Phil with Forbes 30” podcast is Zhenghua Yang – Founder of Serenity Forge
Forbes List: USA
Year: 2020
Category: Games
Can you imagine suddenly getting sick and being told you will probably die within hours? You survive and stay in a hospital as every experimental method is thrown at your body to save your life for an illness not identified. You slowly recuperate, continue working at the Federal Reserve and go to college simultaneously. You have lunch with then Chairman of the Federal Reserve Dr. Ben Bernanke, save someone’s life with a computer game you created, get validation on...2020-08-1653 minSocial Science FictionIs Harry Potter a Secret Libertarian?A discussion of libertarianism and libertarian themes found in the first four (and a little bit of number five) books in the Harry Potter series. Intro and outro music: "Swim below as Leviathans" by Fireproof_Babies (featuring Ben Shewmaker) is licensed under CC BY. 2020-08-1435 minSocial Science FictionThe Prime Directive vs. the Spider-Man DoctrineFirst episode! I discuss the doctrine of state sovereignty, its origins in Europe in the 17th Century, and how it relates to Star Trek's Prime Directive. This is followed by a discussion of Spider-Man's classic phrase - "with great power comes great responsibility" - and how it relates to the principle of Responsibility to Protect (R2P). We end with a discussion of Captain America: Civil War and the competing philosophies of Tony Stark and Steve Rogers. Intro and outro music: "Swim below as Leviathans" by Fireproof_Babies (featuring Ben Shewmaker) is licensed under CC BY. 2020-08-1435 minTalk to BenEp 4: Dr Josh Michaels - ‘We were dumbfounded and had no idea what to do'This week, Ben talks to one of his best friends, Dr Josh Michaels. Ben and Josh discuss how Josh's job has been impacted during this pandemic. They also discuss the journey Josh took to become a doctor, the subject of grief and much more. Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/talktobenofficial/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/talktobenpodWebsite:https://talktoben.buzzsprout.com/Email:talktobenpod@gmail.comJosh:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joshua_michaels_/Just giving page:https://www.j...2020-06-1944 min