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Brendon Marotta ShowBenjamin Gregg on Human Rights, Social Constructs, and Genetic Engineering (#44)Are human rights a social construct? Professor Benjamin Gregg, author of Human Rights as Social Construction and Creating Human Nature: The Political Challenges of Genetic Engineering, argues they are, but thinking of human rights as a social construct strengthens them. In this in-person discussion, we explore how political communities can self-author human rights, whether or not human rights require cultural imperialism to impose, and the human rights questions raised by genetic engineering.Resources:Human Rights as Social Construction by Benjamin GreggCreating Human Nature: The Political Challenges of Genetic Engineering by Benjamin GreggAmazon...2024-06-041h 52

Brendon Marotta ShowAttachment Parenting with Barbara Nicholson and Lysa Parker (#43)Attachment Parenting International (API) co-founders Barbara Nicholson and Lysa Parker discuss attachment parenting and their book Attached at the Heart: Eight Principles for Raising Connected and Compassionate Children. We talk about parenting multiple children at the same time, finding support as parents, and how to ensure your children have stable connections. Plus, Brendon makes a personal announcement. Resources:Attached at the Heart: Eight Principles for Raising Connected and Compassionate Children by Barbara Nicholson and Lysa ParkerAttachment Parenting International (API)Amazon affiliate links used.Subscribe and support the show directly:https...2024-04-231h 23

Birth, Baby!The Circumcision DecisionThis episode may be hard for some people to listen to, but we feel it's important to talk about it because so many families share with us that they struggle with making the decision of whether or not to circumcise their children. Brendon Marotta, creator of the documentary American Circumcision, joined us to tackle this subject. Brendon Marotta is a filmmaker, author, podcaster, public speaker, and father. His last film, American Circumcision, won multiple awards and played on Netflix. He is the author of The Intactivist Guidebook, The Haunting of Bob Cratchit, and Children’s Justice. He has...2024-04-161h 01

Brendon Marotta ShowJoshua Lisec on Writing 92 Books, No-Nuance Persuasion, and Defeating Communism (#42)Joshua Lisec is the ghostwriter of over 92 books. Under his own name, he has written So Good They Call You a Fake and the upcoming book Unhumans. In this episode, Joshua shares bold critiques of the publishing industry, fitness and diet propaganda, and communist revolutions. We talk about the challenges of nuance in marketing, finding your tribe through courage, and why Karl Marx was right (about some things).ResourcesSo Good They Call You a Fake: Command Attention, Monetize Your Talent Stack, and Become the Uncontested Authority in Your Niche by Joshua LisecUnhumans: The...2024-04-091h 11

Brendon Marotta ShowProtect Hasidic Jewish Children with Yochanan Lowen (#41)After a Hasidic Jewish upbringing, Yochanan Lowen sued the Canadian government, arguing that his religious education failed to teach him basic information needed to succeed in the world. His story and lawsuit are profiled in the documentary I Want To Know. We talk about his journey, including the abuse he endured, the change he responded with, and how Yochanan is working to protect Jewish children. ResourcesI Want To Know Documentary FilmLowen's wife's PatreonFollow Lowen on Clubhouse Ari Hershkowitz on Hasidic Jewish ChangeSubscribe and support the show directly:https://brendonmarotta.com/sho...2023-10-241h 43

Hacking State15 - Brendon Marotta: Children's JusticeBrendon Marotta is a filmmaker, author, and podcaster. We talk about his book, Children's Justice, which applies critical theory to the controversial topic of infant circumcision. We go through his decision to appropriate the tools and tactics of critical theory in service of this issue, apprehensions around taking circumcision up as a social justice or human rights concern, my discomfort with everything about this, childhood trauma and its reverberating effects on adults and institutions, rhetorical methods borrowed from Foucault and others to make his argument, barriers for men and parents to discussing circumcision, and why he sees...2023-10-171h 37

Hacking State15 - Brendon Marotta: Children’s JusticeBrendon Marotta is a filmmaker, author, and podcaster. We talk about his book, "Children's Justice", which applies critical theory to the controversial topic of infant circumcision. We go through his decision to appropriate the tools and tactics of critical theory in service of this issue, apprehensions around taking circumcision up as a social justice or human rights concern, my discomfort with everything about this, childhood trauma and its reverberating effects on adults and institutions, rhetorical methods borrowed from Foucault and others to make his argument, barriers for men and parents to discussing circumcision, and why he sees...2023-10-171h 37

Culture Apothecary with Alex Clark“Circumcision Is Medically Unnecessary, Barbaric, & Traumatic.” -With Filmmaker Brendon MarottaThis is a razor sharp conversation surrounding one of the most controversial medical practices in modern America. Alex Clark interviews filmmaker and activist Brendon Marotta, who is responsible for the award-winning documentary “American Circumcision,” on what evidence there is to support removing the foreskin from male infants. Turns out, there’s none!Check out Brendon’s movie at: https://circumcisionmovie.com/Follow Brendon on IG: https://www.instagram.com/bdmarotta/For delicious, Real Ame...2023-09-221h 08

Brendon Marotta ShowProtecting Your Child From CPS And Child Abuse Pediatricians With Beth Maloney (#40)Beth Maloney, author of Protecting Your Child from the Child Protection System, shows how innocent parents can handle wrongful accusations from the child protection system and reveals how a mere trip to the doctor can start a legal nightmare. In this episode, we discuss the alarming rise of child abuse pediatricians who can accuse parents of child abuse for seeking medical treatment for their children. We tackle how to handle unique parenting situations and provide valuable insights and practical advice for parents in a worst-case scenario.Resources:Protecting Your Child from the Child Protection...2023-08-151h 40

Brendon Marotta ShowGabriel Hannans on Parenting, Play, and Connecting With Your Children (#39)Drawing from his background in theatre and improv, Gabriel shares his insights into entering a child's world through play. We discuss the difference between different styles of parenting, including peaceful and authoritative parenting, how to connect with neurodivergent children, and what you can do to become a better parent.Timestamps (Generated by AI):0:00 - Understanding and Connecting With Children's Worlds9:21 - Parenting Through Play and Setting Boundaries22:25 - Rapport and Non-Judgment in Parenting30:46 - Navigating Parenting in a Changing World35:53 - Success Skills and Empowering the Next Generation43:10 - Healing and Transformation in Families59:04...2023-07-111h 08

Brendon Marotta ShowAnthony Blood on Foreskin Restoration, Social Media Activism, and Healing (#38)Anthony Blood is a social media activist using Tik Tok to share the good news about foreskin restoration. In this episode, we explore various platforms where intactivist communities exist, we discuss the potential of modern regenerative medicine to restore the foreskin, and explore the healing process, including useful tools for healing trauma such as the Completion Process. Plus, Anthony and Brendon joke around and have fun.Timestamps (Generated by AI):0:00 - Foreskin Restoration and Social Media15:56 - Influence and Content Creation on TikTok26:21 - Discussing Foreskin Restoration and Advocacy42:48 - Exploring Circumcision Restoration Options54:28...2023-06-272h 16

Brendon Marotta ShowJoe Speredon on Men's Circles and Living From Authentic Masculinity (#37)Joe Speredon speaks on the transformative power of men's circles, and shares how he responded to a personal crisis by joining Sacred Sons, participating in a real-life fight club, and letting go of the masks men wear to embrace his authentic self. We discuss the unique challenges men face, how to set children up for success, and how to find a men's group that is right for you. Listen to learn about the masculine.Timestamps0:00 - Men's Emotional Growth and Authenticity14:12 - Masculine Health and Conscious Combat31:36 - Masculinity and Awareness39:47 - The Importance...2023-06-061h 13

Reconditioned with Lauren Vaknine116: The Uncomfortable Truth About Circumcision w/ Brendon MarottaPhew. This episode was a HARD one. This subject is so contentious and so emotive, because so many of us are inextricably linked to it emotionally. BUT … regardless of my own history with the subject, or any subject, my priority is always going to be the TRUTH, regardless of how uncomfortable that truth might be or what sort of structure or belief I’ve held around it. Brendon Marotta made the film American Circumcision, and wherever you stand on the debate, I highly recommend watching the film, with an open heart and op...2023-06-061h 03

Brendon Marotta ShowAI Predictions and The Gods of AI (#36)Buy The Gods of AI here.From the creator of The Gods of AI comes a shocking prediction about the future of AI and art.In this episode, Brendon Marotta shares his interest in AI art, predicts how AI will change filmmaking, and explains why he spent two months making over twenty thousand images to tell a story about human consciousness using AI.Timestamps[00:00:06] How Brendon Got Interested in AI[00:01:51] The Impact of Chat GPT[00:04:11] AI and the Film Industry[00:08:36] Acting and AI...2023-05-2333 min

Brendon Marotta ShowLessons from Effective Altruism with Jordan Arel (#35)Jordan Arel discusses effective altruism, a movement that aims to do the most good for sentient beings using reason and evidence. Jordan and Brendon explore strategies EA uses to create social change such as recruiting from elite universities, earn to give, and a reason-based approach to action, and drawn lessons useful for any movement trying to do good in the world.Timestamps:[0:02:17] How to Create the Most Good for Humanity[0:04:46] Recruiting, Community Building, and Curriculum[0:06:56] Rationality, Altruism, and the Method of Inquiry[0:11:29] Cost-Effectiveness, Quality Adjusted Life Years, and the ITN Framework[0:16:36] Personal Benefit and...2023-05-091h 15

Brendon Marotta Show🔒 James Loewen on Documenting the Movement for Freedom from Medical Tyranny - Part 2 (#34)Subscriber-only episodeJames Lowen shares his journey into the Freedom movement in part two, discussing the Covid-19 pandemic, lockdowns, and forced vaccination that prevents him from leaving his country. Brendon and James explore the emotional and relational fallout that occurred as a result of Jame's shift in perspective and discuss how becoming a parent changed Brendon.Supporter-only episode. Become a supporter here: https://brendonmarotta.com/show-subscribeTimestamps:[0:02:41] How James Investigated the Corrupt System[0:04:55] The Influence of Secret Societies on Politics[0:07:27] Exploring the Freedom Movement[0:09:28...2023-04-181h 37

Brendon Marotta ShowJames Loewen on Documenting the Movement for Freedom from Medical Tyranny - Part 1 (#33)Photographer James Lowen discusses his journey documenting multiple social movements, including early gay rights and transgender activism, Intactivism, anti-lockdown protests, and the detrans movement. He shares insights into his process, the evolution of technology, and his personal growth as an artist.Timestamps:[02:22] How James Got Started With Video[04:17] First Filming of Protests[11:14] The Arc of James Film Career[14:00] James Loewen's Personal Connection to Outrage and Intactivism[18:18] The Angelic Inspirations of James Work[20:20] James YouTube Intactivism Origin Story[22:16] Exploring the Impact of Circumcision Through Filmmaking and Activism[24:27] Reflections on Brendon's Documentary Film[28:21] The Growth and...2023-04-1150 min

Body Literacy PodcastChildren's Justice and American Circumcision with Brendon MarottaLet us know what you think of this episode!Award winning author and filmmaker, Brendon Marotta, joins me for a provacative conversation about children's rights and sexual medical violence on this episode of the Body Literacy Podcast. Brendon made is mark on the human rights map with his film American Circumcision which aired on Netflix and takes a broader look at children's rights particularly in the medical system in his latest book, Children's Justice, where he explores children's rights to their own bodily autonomy from a critical theory perspective. I'm not going to lie, this is not...2022-12-091h 26

The Vital Veda Podcast: Ayurveda | Holistic Health | Cosmic and Natural LawCircumcision: Traditional Wisdom or Genital Mutilation? Healthy or a Violation of Human Rights? | Brendon Marotta #099A must listen for every human! Especially if you are going to birth a son in the near future.Circumcision is the most popular medical surgery in USA today. But somehow it got to the point of it being performed for health reasons more that religious reasons. However, the claimed “health benefits” are based on flawed science, and in contrast, circumcision has alarming health and traumatic dangers.But is there valuable ancient wisdom based in this rite of passage that religious and indigenous cultures have been performing for centuries?Or has the essence of t...2022-11-301h 36

Brendon Marotta ShowThe Path to Children's Justice (#32)Recorded during the development of Children's Justice, in this episode I talk about the events that lead to Children's Justice, my reasons for the book, and the process of writing the book.ResourcesChildren's JusticeChildren's Justice is out now. Get the book here:https://brendonmarotta.com/childrensjustice/Subscribe and support the show directly:https://brendonmarotta.com/show/Support the Show.2022-02-2258 min

Uncommon with Chance LuncefordUNCOMMON w/ Brendon MarottaJoin Brendon Marotta, author/film-maker/podcaster/etc, and I as we dive into his latest project Children's Justice which provided a foundation from which to discuss subjects like memeplexes, psychological fracturing, NLP and a whole lot more.2022-02-151h 15

Brendon Marotta ShowYou Must Read The Book (#31)The story of the bestseller that didn't exist. Plus, how to speak genius into reality through magick.ResourcesVideo on I, Libertine: https://youtu.be/W7H5kFGEyUwChildren's JusticeThe Intactivist GuidebookSubscribe and support the show directly:https://brendonmarotta.com/show/Support the Show.2022-02-0825 min

Brendon Marotta ShowChildren's Justice is OUT NOW (#30)Buy Children's Justice:https://brendonmarotta.com/childrensjustice/Buy on Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/dp/1735113425Support the Show.2022-02-0204 min

Brendon Marotta ShowMarilyn Milos and Georganne Chapin on Intactivist History and Future (#29)Marilyn Milos, who is regarded as ‘The Mother of the Intactivist Movement,” is merging her organization with Georganne Chapin's organization Intact America. Both experienced activists join us on this show to explore the history of the intactivist movement, all the way to the present. We talk about some challenges Intactivists are now facing and what the future might hold. If you are interested in Intactivism, this is a must-listen episode. Timestamps:[01:10] How Marilyn and Georgian met[18:06] Marilyn’s thoughts about working with Georgianne[21:07] The merger: What does it mean and how did it come about [3...2022-02-011h 31

Brendon Marotta ShowHotep Jesus on Money, Power, and Raising Strong Children (#28)Hotep Jesus shares his book The Patriot Report: The Conspiracy of Money and War and explores how debt and money are used to control society. We also talk about frame control, homeschooling, and much much more.Topics Discussed In This Episode:[01:23] How wealthy and powerful people think about debt[02:38] How the people issuing dept can use it to gain power over different elements of society[07:04] What prevents kings from taking power from merchants[11:14] Why money men could not issue their currency and become their own bank[16:00] About Hotep Nation[19:00] The difference between trade-offs and...2022-01-241h 18

Brendon Marotta ShowIdeamarket with Mike Elias and James Ellis (#27)Ideamarket allows you to invest cryptocurrency into ideas to solve the information problem we all face: How do you know who to trust and what to pay attention to? In this episode, Mike Elias and James Ellis from Ideamarket break down the future of trust online.Topics Discussed In This Episode:[01:22] What is the two-sentence elevator pitch for Idea Market?[04:26] How idea Market helps find the good in all the noise.[10:56] Proliferation of information[12:24] How crowdsourcing model works[18:08] Pumping and building an idea through a small vocal fanbase[23;43] Preventative measures against dominant media building...2022-01-111h 10

Brendon Marotta ShowHow I Discovered My Next Book Project (#26)Announcing my next book. In this solo episode, I explain how I chose my next project, what I discovered creating it, and why it might be the boldest project yet.Previous Projects Mentioned:American CircumcisionThe Intactivist GuidebookSubscribe and support the show directly:https://brendonmarotta.com/show/Support the Show.2021-12-1427 min

Brendon Marotta ShowJesse Herman on Building a Free Money Platform and Getting 20 Billion Views (#25)As a social media manager, Jesse Herman has gotten over 20 billion views for his clients. Now, Jesse is starting a crypto platform that allows users to stake crypto on creators and causes they want to support.We also talk about what polarizing characteristics make for a successful creator, how to handle toxic trolls, and why Jesse is focused on creating a "free money platform" rather than a free speech platform.P.S. I am on Jesse's new platform. Support me here.Topics Discussed In This Episode:[01:16] What Jesse Herman does[02:36...2021-11-092h 11

Brendon Marotta ShowInternet Ethnography with Owen Cyclops (#024)Mystic Christian illustrator Owen Cyclops joins me to discuss internet ethnography and examine online culture. This is our longest episode yet, and also our deepest.Topics Discussed In This Episode:[02:30] What internet ethnography means[07:04] How the culture of the internet became a real life[16:10] The internet’s social implications[32:04] Why institutions are losing people’s trust[37:15] Creating a story on social media[48:00] Consuming social media information[52:55] How the internet flattens power and social status[57:32] Origin of the internet memes[01:00:10] Lack of positive repercussions on the internet[01:01:49] Online anonymous honesty[01:05:50] How the previous internet felt more...2021-10-123h 50

Brendon Marotta ShowStephanie Seneff on America's Glyphosate Addiction (#023)Stephanie Seneff shares how the common weedkiller glyphosate might be causing long-term serious health problems for Americans.Topics Discussed In This Episode[00:58] What is glyphosate and why is it a big deal?[04:10] Why the amount of glyphosate use in plants has been increased[07:15] How bad is glyphosate to our health?[12:50] Glyphosate and autism[17:00] Is there a way to measure glyphosate effects on the body?[21:29] Is glyphosate legal in other countries?[25:15] How consumers can push for change[26:22] Why are the food industries still using chemicals in food production[34:40] Why Sulphur is an important nutrient to...2021-10-0555 min

Brendon Marotta ShowSocial Media Activism with the r/Intactivism Reddit Moderator (#022)The moderator of r/Intactivism on Reddit joins us for an in-depth discussion of social media activism. We talk about the incentives different social media platforms create and how their design changes the psychology of their users. We also talk about how to use internet memes to create laughter, change minds and build online communication.Topics Discussed In This Episode[01:18] Breaking down the Reddit social media platform[02:17] About the r/Intactivism subreddit[06:29] How r/Intactivism community is different from other intactivism groups on other social media platforms[09:53] The incentives on Reddit and how it h...2021-08-311h 07

Brendon Marotta ShowJay Mjinga on African Circumcision and Kenyan Politics (#021)Jay Mjinga is a Kenyan journalist working to end African circumcision. In this episode, we talk about how Western circumcision campaigns intersect with tribal conflict in Kenya. Jay shares how myths and misinformation about circumcision are worsening HIV, used to support systemic racism, and contributing to forced circumcision hate crimes. If you want to understand the issue of circumcision in Africa, this is a must-listen episode.Topics Discussed In This Episode:[1:32] - How circumcision is viewed in Kenya[2:38] - How circumcision campaigns are being carried out in Africa[3:41] - Jay’s personal circumcision story[6:20] - H...2021-08-241h 51

Brendon Marotta ShowMegan Russell on Setting Your Children Up for Financial Success (#020)Megan Russell, COO of Marotta Wealth Management (and my sister) discusses how your parenting can influence your child’s future relationship to money. Megan shares experiences from her own parenting as we discuss our own beliefs surrounding money, how we can set ourselves up for financial success, and empowering our children to have healthy financial futures.Topics Discussed In This Episode:[1:19] How early you start setting up your children for financial success [2:52] Habits you can create with money that your children can emulate [6:45] How to give children the opportunity to make their own c...2021-08-031h 03

Brendon Marotta ShowKerry McDonald on Unschooling and Homeschooling's Massive Growth (#019)Kerry McDonald talks about the massive growth of homeschooling and unschooling after the Covid-19 pandemic, and how you can start unschooling with your children. Kerry is a Senior Education Fellow at the Foundation for Economic Education, author of Unschooled: Raising Curious, Well-Educated Children Outside the Conventional Classroom, and an adjunct scholar at The Cato Institute.Topics Discussed In This Episode:[2:00] What is unschooling[4:30] What does unschooling and schooling look like in comparison to government schooling and how it’s trying to be different[6:10] How Covid-19 has changed homeschooling and unschooling [11:03] How children lea...2021-07-2051 min

Brendon Marotta ShowAri Hershkowitz on Hasidic Jewish Change (#018)Ari Hershkowitz talks about his journey and experiences in the Hasidic Jewish community explored in the Netflix documentary One of Us (2017). We discuss Ari’s healing journey, return to the Hasidic community, and how the Jewish community is changing.Topics Discussed In This Episode:[1:00] What a Hasidic Jewish Community looks like [2:21] Ari’s current stance in his community[4:47] Journey to change within the Hasidic community and the specific changes being made[6:26] The cause of these changes [7:31] Fears and control of information flow [8:27] Why New York is the home for a Hasidic Jewish community [10:00] Ari’s Journey...2021-07-0651 min

Brendon Marotta ShowGarrett Dailey on Generational Wealth, Civilizations, and the Origins for Neurodivergence (#017)Garrett Dailey and I candidly explore numerous topics, including the cycles of generational wealth, civilizations and the potential origins for autism and neurodivergencies. Topics Discussed In This Episode:[2:03] How people’s trauma creates their behavior, specifically from early childhood [9:22] Strauss-Howe generational theory[14:26] Story of the Buddha [19:28] Scott Adam’s skill stack [22:20] Generalist vs. Specialists and applying new perspectives to old problems [30:25] Myers Briggs personality types [43:56] Neupro-atypical diagnoses [49:40] Solo hunting and patterns/characteristics of Autism Theory[53:05] The essence of quality Resources:Garrett on TwitterGarrett's SubstackAion (Garrett's Company)Subscribe and support the show direc...2021-06-2256 min

The Journey To Funny & Side QuestsMAKING ORGASMIC LOVE TO A MANGO | The Original Fast Food Review | Episode 21Yep, it happened, in the car, and it wasn't awkward at all. Today john with a J drops a provocative PDA in a juicy and most delicious way... #foodreview #comedy #fastfood #eatlocal #supportlocal #lovelocal #shoplocal #organic #vegan #rawfood #johnwithaJ #manyfacesofjohnpepe #pda #reducereuserecycle Watch this episode and SUBSCRIBE on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/70_O7ct3l2c Tip jar to support the journey: You can buy me a cup of tea here: https...2021-06-1708 min

The Journey To Funny & Side QuestsFIRST REVIEW IN THE BUFF | The Original Fast Food Review | Episode 20Today john with a J sings a song, promotes the support of Mom & Pop ops, and reviews some organic goodies in the buff!!! Please consider visiting, supporting, following, sharing, etc. my new friends and their wonder-filled offerings online at: https://www.madeinnature.com and/or on Instagram @madeinnature #foodreview #madeinnature #comedy #johnwithaj #manyfacesofjohnpepe #reducereuserecycle #supportlocal #eatlocal #lovelocal #cleanliving #vegan #asmr #fastfood Watch this episode and SUBSCRIBE on YouTube here: 2021-06-1509 min

The Journey To Funny & Side QuestsSports Scream Podcast Network {Episode 3}DOWN WITH SUDS... UP WITH BUDS!!! In this week's podcast, john with a J focuses on inflammation, prohibition, and an often ass backwards nation as he continues to peel back the layers to the world beyond sports in his very unique and controversial of ways... #sports #comedy #podcast #TimTebow #UrbanMeyer #Schick #EURO2020 #UEFA #NYJets #Tebow #soccer #football #johnwithaJ #thejourneytofunny #manyfacesofjohnpepe Watch this episode and SUBSCRIBE on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/ysTw4WNquww Tip jar to support the journey: 2021-06-151h 42

The Journey To Funny & Side QuestsBALLS IN MY MOUTH BONUS AT THE END | The Original Fast Food Review | Episode 19Two john with a J and TOFFR firsts today as he filmed this episode in a random parking lot whilst out and about, AAAND... he reviews a bonus packaged fast food after he does his dance with a ripe and ready to be ravished red mango!!! Please consider visiting, supporting, following, sharing, etc. my new friends and their wonder-filled offerings online at: https://www.madeinnature.com/collections/figgy-pops and/or on Instagram @madeinnature #foodreview #madeinnature #comedy #johnwithaj #manyfacesofjohnpepe #reducereuserecycle #supportlocal #eatlocal #lovelocal #cleanliving #vegan #asmr #fastfood 2021-06-1112 min

The Journey To Funny & Side QuestsF$&% YOU CHICK-FIL-A!!! | The Original Fast Food Review | Episode 18Welp, the title pretty much sums it all up... FUCK. YOU. CHICK-FIL-A!!! Aside from today's PSA, john with a J accepts another raw food challenge, and crushes it as expected. So, come accompany him in his wicked hot car, and bask in the splendor of another crunchy and healthy session under the sun!!! Frog Song Organics is located in Hawthorne, FL. Please consider following them, supporting them, and loving them at either their farm or at the Winter Park Farmer's market on Saturday mornings, AAAND... link up with them online at: 2021-06-1007 min

The Journey To Funny & Side QuestsSports Scream Podcast Network {Episode 2}Well, here we have it folks, john with a J survived the pilot and was still able to stand up and deliver (whilst seated) a fresh new episode tackling the weekly world of sports and beyond! This week he exploits the atrocities and injustices surrounding the lack of concern with the mental health of professional athletes, poisonous partnerships with companies that are a menace to our society, and of course, more adultery unfolding around the tarnished diamond that was once America's game. #sports #comedy #podcast #SpiderTack #AaronRodgers #NaomiOsaka #KennyMayne #ScottVanPelt #baseball...2021-06-091h 07

The Journey To Funny & Side QuestsWARNING: EXPLICIT IN NATURE! CONTENTS MAY BE SLIPPERY WHEN WET? | The Original Fast Food Review E17Does this intro make you wanna subscribe? Shy, sexy, seductive, slippery... Wait, what? How is it slippery? Have you ever slipped or witnessed a slipping due to this gift from Mother Nature? If so, please comment below!!! #foodreview #comedy #fastfood #johnwithaj #sexy #manyfacesofjohnpepe #reducereuserecycle #supportlocal #eatlocal #lovelocal #cleanliving #vegan Watch this episode and SUBSCRIBE on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/tydVjo8jA3w Tip jar to support...2021-06-0908 min

Brendon Marotta ShowYolande Norris-Clark on Family Birth Outside the System (#016)Yolande Norris-Clark, freebirth educator and coach talks about family birth outside the system. Yolande shares her 20 years of wisdom and experience in natural home births. We discuss the importance of freebirth, the common misconceptions and how we can best provide a safe, natural environment for our newborns. Topics Discussed In This Episode:[2:43] Yolande’s Journey to freebirthing [3:19] How to prepare for having a natural home birth[5:52] What does a healthy natural birth look like?[14:53] How to handle cultural stress as a free birther [20:57] Natural home births and how to best prepare [33:43] How we can let g...2021-06-081h 35

The Journey To Funny & Side QuestsCANCEL, NOT CANCER! OOPS! PLEASE DON'T CANCEL ME! | The Original Fast Food Review | Episode 16Yes, he says cancer instead of cancel in the beginning of this review. Yes, we all make mistakes, as did john with a J during this non-scripted, non-edited, raw review. And yes, he asks that you please don't cancel him because he accidentally said the wrong word. That said, accidental poetry does happen when we live in the moment, so for those that appreciated the blunder, cool, and if anyone took offense to the slip up, respectful apologies are hereby extended by john with a J! Today's magnificent rainbow chard was delivered to...2021-06-0611 min

The Journey To Funny & Side QuestsSUPER SEXY PACKAGING | The Original Fast Food Review | Episode 15Tune in for the first official TOFFR Challenge!!! Shout out and props to Frog Song Organics in Hawthorne, FL for another unexpected foodgasm packed with make my day extraordinary goodness. Please consider following them, supporting them, and loving them at either their farm or at the Winter Park Farmer's market on Saturday mornings, AAAND... link up with them online at: https://frogsongorganics.com and/or follow them on Instagram @frogsongcsa (They are also on Facebook, so look em up!) Watch this episode and...2021-06-0311 min

The Journey To Funny & Side QuestsSports Scream Podcast Network {Episode 1}This is the unrehearsed, unscripted, and unedited pilot episode of what was initially called Beyond Sports, but has quickly been renamed the Sports Scream Podcast Network. Come and witness a new and highly controversial world beyond the bounds of sports where comedian john with a J will be exploring unchartered territories in an uncensored and unadulterated way. #sports #comedy #podcast #aaronrodgers #shaq #snoopdogg #football #espn #nfllive #johnwithaj #thejourneytofunny #manyfacesofjohnpepe Watch this episode and SUBSCRIBE on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/LugGzmUmqMY 2021-06-031h 27

The Journey To Funny & Side QuestsSECRET MENU MASH UP | The Original Fast Food Review | Episode 14The McShitheads at that drive through joint will never sell what john with a J is reviewing today! Come take a ride with him this afternoon as he honors the superheroes of Summer, the unsung saints of Saveyourlifesville... OKRA!!! P.S. Please stop supporting these fuck you factories 😁 Thanks once again to Frog Song Organics in Hawthorne, FL for all the treasure you bring to our Sunshine State communities! Please consider following them, supporting them, and loving them at either their farm or at the Winter Park Farmer's market on...2021-06-0308 min

The Journey To Funny & Side QuestsNEW MEMORIAL DAY BBQ FOOD 2021 | The Original Fast Food Review | Episode 13In observance of the national holiday, john with a J shares his simple but sumptuous recipe for a backyard BBQ like most (himself included) have probably never experienced before! If you're open to something new, come join him in his hot ass car for another badass fast food review!! Watch this video and SUBSCRIBE on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/GWQf9mM-mEw #foodreview #whitecastle #tacobell #comedy #cleanliving #reducereuserecycle #johnwithaj #manyfacesofjohnpepe #vegan #eatlocal #supportlocal #lovelocal Tip jar to support...2021-06-0112 min

The Journey To Funny & Side QuestsNEWEST APPLE RELEASE!!! The Original Fast Food Review {Episode 12}Today john with a J releases his inner kraken as he opens the dam of silence to his sentiments, subject matters, purposes, and passions in a way he has yet to allow himself to be heard and seen! With thunder and love, he shares his concerns for the present GLOBAL HEALTH CRISIS we are all engulfed by. Bonus: He does actually eat and review an apple offering 😆🔥😎 Special thanks goes out to Markus Rothkranz and Cara Brotman for their inspiration to step forward and be a voice for health, wellness, and sexiness!!! Check them out and c...2021-05-2907 min

The Journey To Funny & Side QuestsThe Original Fast Food Review {Episode 10}Screw you Skittles!!! Today john with a J dances with a tie dye bell pepper and discovers the tantalizing tastes of a REAL rainbow from his warrior friends at EverOak Farm!!! Connect with them online here: https://www.everoakfarm.com and/or follow them on Instagram @everoakfarm Watch this episode and SUBSCRIBE on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/aiuODbK6XHc #foodreview #everoakfarm #rainbow #cleanliving #vegan #eatlocal #supportlocal #lovelocal #johnwithaj #manyfacesofjohnpepe #reduce #reuse #recycle #fastfood #comedy 2021-05-2508 min

Brendon Marotta ShowAdam Fletcher on Facing Adultism (#015)Adam Fletcher talks about adultism, and the pervasive bias the society has towards adults over the needs of children.Adam Fletcher is the executive director of Youth and Educators Succeeding and the Free Child Institute. He is also the author of Facing Adultism. In this episode, we talk about how adulthood is socially constructed and give practical advice on what you can do to create greater engagement with your children.This is a big topic from which you will learn a completely different way of thinking about the social issue of how we treat children.2021-05-251h 02

The Journey To Funny & Side QuestsThe Original Fast Food Review {Episode 8}The goal is to get these reviews down to about 3 minutes... Today John with a J took one step closer towards crushing and capturing that elusive prize!!! Watch this episode and SUBSCRIBE on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/5xowiRXzwjo #foodreview #wholefoods #organic #vegan #comedy #cleanliving #eatlocal #supportlocal #lovelocal #johnwithaj #manyfacesofjohnpepe #fastfood #carbs #reduce #reuse #recycle Tip jar to support the journey: You can buy me a cup of tea here: https://www.buymeacoffee...2021-05-2205 min

The Journey To Funny & Side QuestsThe Original Fast Food Review {Episode 7}Today's episode had John with a J PUMPED UP with excitement as he discovered what he was about to review was grown in the Sunshine State!!! Please check out the AMAZING folks at Lady Moon Farms. You can connect with them online here: https://www.ladymoonfarms.com and/or on Instagram @ladymoonfarms Watch this episode and SUBSCRIBE on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/-okVfaxNt7s #foodreview #ladymoonfarms #organic #cleanliving #eatlocal #shoplocal #lovelocal #reduce #reuse #recycle #comedy #johnwithaJ #manyfacesofjohnpepe #raw #vegan #fastfood #gout 2021-05-2009 min

The Journey To Funny & Side QuestsNEW APPLE PRODUCT!!! The Original Fast Food Review {Episode 6}Today john with a J switches things up by reviewing the latest product you should rush to the store and buy right away!!! #apple #foodreview #wholefoods #reduce #reuse #recycle #cleanliving #comedy #johnwithaj #manyfacesofjohnpepe #eatlocal #supportlocal #lovelocal #rootchakra #kundalini Tip jar to support the journey: You can buy me a cup of tea here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/johnpepe Or... https://www.paypal.me/johnvpepe www.venmo.com/johnpepe 2021-05-1907 min

The Journey To Funny & Side QuestsThe Original Fast Food Review {Episode 5}Today's review is NOT a local love offering; however, John with a J does give a special shout out to one of his favorite Floridian Farms... Tomazin Farms in Samsula, FL!!! Paul The Barefoot Farmer and his amazing Family have been at the game for 4 generations, and grow over 70 annual varieties of the most vibrant produce you will ever encounter. Visit them online at: www.tomazinfarms.org and/or connect with them on Instagram by looking up @tomazinfarms Watch this episode and SUBSCRIBE on YouTube here: 2021-05-1808 min

Brendon Marotta ShowNick Duffell On The Wounded Leaders From Elite Boarding Schools That Shaped The World (#014)Nick Duffell talks about the wounded leaders produced by the elite boarding school system and how their psychology has shaped the world. Nick also shares how leaders can change their psychology, integrate these experiences and better connect with the people they serve. Topics Discussed In This Episode:[1:13] Nick’s work in psychohistory and his interest in elite boarding schools[9:18] How elite boarding schools were intentionally designed [16:05] Historical transitions in British society and how it impacted elite systems [20:53] Questioning the foundation of privilege in elite systems [26:00] Nick’s clinical work and the types of personalities in boar...2021-05-181h 09

The Journey To Funny & Side QuestsThe Original Fast Food Review {Episode 4}He may have mixed up his chakra names and been bewildered by the rainbow of incredible and intoxicating deliciousness that was assaulting his senses; however, today John with a J delivers a review on some succulent spherical superstars that were outta this world! (But grown right around the corner by his friends at EverOak Farm) Was it Root? Was it Sacral? Or, was it Solar Plexus? Perhaps it was all 3... Grab yourself a bunch, and be the judge!!! Connect with EverOak Farm online at: https://www.everoakfarm.com/ and/or https://www.instagram.com...2021-05-1806 min

The Journey To Funny & Side QuestsThe Original Fast Food Review {Episode 3}john with a J LOVES EVEROAK FARM!!! If you live in or around CFL, PLEASE look up, love, and support this wonderful Family and their inspiring farm!!! Find and connect with them online at: https://www.everoakfarm.com/ and/or https://www.instagram.com/everoakfarm/ Watch this episode and SUBSCRIBE on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/f9e8SFYjh1w #foodreview #everoakfarm #drpepper #csa #shoplocal #eatlocal #supportlocal #parody #cleanliving #comedy #johnwithaJ #manyfacesofjohnpepe #reduce #reuse #recycle #thejourneytofunny #vegan #michaelbuffer #fastfood 2021-05-1307 min

The Journey To Funny & Side QuestsThe Original Fast Food Review {Episode 2}As promised, john with a J reviewed the more local organic celery alternative in today's episode; however, moving forward he will keep the next original fast food item under evaluation a surprise. Please look up, connect with, and support Frog Song Organics herein CFL, as well as The Family Garden Organic & Fair Farm in Gainesville, FL. Watch this episode and SUBSCRIBE on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/yhR6WHAPl90 #foodreview #tacobell #mountaindew #frogsongorganics #thefamilygarden #shoplocal #eatlocal #supportlocal #parody #cleanliving #comedy #johnwithaJ #manyfacesofjohnpepe #reduce #reuse #recycle #thejourneytofunny #vegan...2021-05-1213 min

Brendon Marotta ShowPeaceful Fathers with Anthony Migliorino (#013)Anthony Migliorino, a coach on fatherhood and the founder of Peaceful Fathers, shares his insight on peaceful parenting. Peaceful Fathers focus on bringing up children peacefully, through positive parenting, which embraces hard work, improvement, dedication, and constant learning, rather than corporal punishment and abuse. He champions good fatherhood parenting aspects such as masculine self-development, peaceful parenting, and bonding with your children.During this episode, we talk about the impact of good parenting on general society's growth.In This Episode:[00:45] Origin of Peaceful Parenting concept.[03:44] Peaceful Parenting building journey.[06:18] Peaceful Parenting t...2021-05-111h 03

The Journey To Funny & Side QuestsThe Original Fast Food Review {Episode 1}The world has pleaded, and john with a J has answered the call!!! This video is SO HOT that it actually stopped recording before he was finished filming!!! Seriously, it was that hot in Orlando and in the car that his phone ceased working towards the end of his message. This will be the first of many conscious-elevating, health and wellness-promoting parody like videos offered by john with a J, as he has witnessed a need to help escalate awareness about cleaner living alternatives. To watch this episode and SUBSCRIBE on YouTube go here:https://youtu.be/RLUdtfT6Q7E ...2021-05-1010 min

Brendon Marotta ShowHuman Rights History with Lynn Hunt (#012)Author and historian Lynn Hunt shares her work on the history of human rights. We talk about how the new technology of the novel led to the inspiration for humans rights, the failures of early human rights movements, and what lessons history can teach modern activists today. Topics Discussed In This Episode[1:14] Lynn’s Book “Inventing Human Rights: A History” and the story behind her interest in Human Rights[2:47] Is Human Rights an invention or a discovery?[4:49] Rights vs. Human rights and how the idea and discovery came about[8:00] The rights of “man” and the fight f...2021-05-0459 min

Brendon Marotta ShowThe Evolved Nest with Darcia Narvaez (#011)Darcia Narvaez shares her research on neurobiology and the development of human morality, along with practical tips to create what she calls an Evolved Nest or way of raising human beings that is natural and loving. Topics Discussed In This Episode [0:57] Daricia Narvaez’s Book on human development “Neurobiology and the Development of Human Morality”[02:07] Early childhood experiences and inter-generational effects [03:45] How early life experiences set us up for our “blueprint” life path and how adult healing can potentially change it[07:01] The “Evolved Nest” and how to create it. [09:00] Brain development and the link to breas...2021-04-2753 min

Brendon Marotta ShowINTACT MOVEMENT with Peter Adler, Brother K, Georganne Chapin, Ronald Goldman, Anthony Losquadro, John Adkison (#010)This special audio presentation features top voices against circumcision: Peter Adler, Brother K, Ronald Goldman, Georganne Chapin, John Adkison, and Anthony Losquadro.These guests explore the same five questions around the importance of the issue of circumcision, challenges facing their movement, and actions you can take to make a difference.Episode Chapters:[0:28] Guest intros[2:08] Feature presentation begins-----Five Questions:[2:29] Why is the issue of circumcision important?[6:33] What is the biggest challenge facing people on this issue?[11:49] How do we need to grow or change to meet that challenge?[17:01...2021-04-2034 min

Brendon Marotta ShowKristeena Marotta on Transformational Healing (#009)The most talented healer I know joins the show: my wife, Kristeena Marotta. During this episode, we talk about the process and methods of healing as well as our own personal journey through healing work. Topics Discussed In This Episode:[1:26] What is healing?[3:44] The unconscious mind [6:05] What is the process of healing?[8:06] Handling objections and resistance to healing work[9:18] Creating your own internal reality based off of previous experiences [11:27] ACE (Adverse Childhood Experience)[16:23] Blockages to healing and how to work around them[23:22] Misconceptions about healing work[28:09] Kristeena’s journey to healing [35:03] Completion Process and metho...2021-04-131h 06

Brendon Marotta ShowAnthony Losquadro on Lobbying to Change the Financial Incentives of the Foreskin Industry (#008)Anthony Losquadro, the founder of Intaction, shares his lobbying efforts to disrupt the economic incentives for circumcision and original research he has done into the selling of infant foreskins.Topics Discussed In This Episode:[1:00] Anthony’s projects and Intaction[7:45] How Anthony re-strategized through the COVID-19 pandemic[9:40] Anthony’s strategy for legislative change at the state level[16:14] Persuading sympathetic lawmakers to take the next step[21:20] Proposal to prevent Medicaid from paying for circumcision[28:32] Removing economic incentives for circumcision[32:00] Countering the spending power of the medical lobby[34:30] The best time to fight legislation[38:17] The battle to ban M...2021-04-061h 00

Brendon Marotta ShowForegen and the Science of Regeneration with Tyler Drzod and Eric Cunningham (#007)In this episode, I talk to two members of Foregen, an organization dedicated to regenerating the human foreskin. Tyler Drzod, Chief Operation Officer, and Eric Cunningham, Chief Science Officer, give an in-depth explanation of the science of regeneration, the structure of Foregen, and the possibilities for the future.Topics discussed in this episode: [1:03] Explaining Foregen to new people[2:15] How does Foregen plan to regenerate the human foreskin? [5:50] How Foregen acquires foreskin scaffolding and foreskin they can de cellularize[7:45] Attaching the foreskin scaffolding to a human being[9:45] What kind of experimentation is needed?[11:10] Pr...2021-03-3044 min

Brendon Marotta ShowRonald Goldman on Early Life Trauma and the Origins of American Violence (#006)In this episode, I talk to Ronald Goldman, Ph.D., director of the Early Trauma Prevention Center. During this episode, we talk about what causes early life trauma, the lasting impacts of childhood trauma, and preventing adult social problems by confronting its origins in childhood.Topics Discussed In This Episode:[00:56] Defining trauma[02:03] The two types of trauma and their examples[03:23] What causes overwhelming feelings[05:58] Distinguishing between significant life events and trauma[09:39] Lasting impacts of childhood trauma[12:04] Noticing the change and effects of early life trauma in adult life [14:03] What to tell someone if you n...2021-03-231h 18

Brendon Marotta ShowHow To Win The Game of IntactivismThis episode is a talk Brendon Marotta gave to an online conference of Intactivists on May 30, 2020 based on his book The Intactivist Guidebook. It explores what will actually lead activist movements to victory.The Intactivist GuidebookAmazonGumroadBarnes & NoblesVideo version of the talk: VimeoYouTubeSubscribe and support the show directly:https://brendonmarotta.com/show/Support the Show.2021-03-1821 min

Brendon Marotta ShowGeorganne Chapin on How The Medical Machine Pushes Circumcision (#005)In this episode, I talk to Georganne Chapin, executive director of Intact America.During this episode, we talk about the new survey data which shows doctors are pushing circumcision more than ever. We also talk about the role of money in activism, the systemic aspects of the medical machine, and the need for strategy to reach a social tipping point. Topics discussed in this episode:[0:40] New news in the world of Intact America[4:55] Discussion about the recent survey done by Intact America[9:46] Reasons and the driving force behind circumcision [11:54] Changes in the sol...2021-03-161h 10

Brendon Marotta ShowBrother K on the Spiritual Wound of Circumcision and Shocking Power of the Blood Stained Symbol (#004)In this episode, I talk to Brother K, founder of the intactivist protest organization, Bloodstained Men and Their Friends.During this episode, we talk about the spiritual wound of circumcision, how to stage an effective protest, and how Brother K uses shock and symbols to awaken the public on this issue.Topics Discussed In This Episode:[01:05] Brother K explains Bloodstained Men And Their Friends[03:00] Circumcision crisis and the situation in America[06:00] The bloodstain symbol and why he picked it[07:35] Circumcision as spiritual lessening and mutilation[11:16] What’s behind the name Brother K?[13:47] The...2021-03-091h 04

Brendon Marotta ShowCarter Steinhoff and His Mother Discuss Circumcision - Emotional Relationship Conversation (#003)In this episode, a mother and son discuss circumcision.Carter Steinhoff feels harmed by circumcision, reached out to me to facilitate a discussion between him and his mom, Tiphani. His mother recognizes the harm of circumcision and wants to find a way to create a safe relationship with her son.This is an emotionally challenging discussion, but an important one.In This Episode:[00:44] Brendon thanks Carter and Mom for their bravery to have this conversation.[01:56] Carter shares his initial feelings.[05:50] Tiphani shares her initial...2021-03-021h 05

BEST MEDICINE with Bradley Werrell D.O.Ep. 07 Is Circumcision Medical Child Abuse? | Brendon MarottaWELCOME TO EPISODE 7 OF BEST MEDICINE Each week, I dive in deep with experts from different industries to pull out the best ideas about how we may heal and strengthen our selves and our world. 🎥ABOUT BRENDON: 👶 Filmmaker, Author and Activist Brendon Marotta joins me today on BEST MEDICINE to discuss the case for why circumcision is a form of systemic child abuse. We also discuss how activists for any cause can utilize critical theory (not just left leaning identity activists), and the ethics of doing so. His film "American Circumcision" and his bo...2021-02-221h 37