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The Hewkii and Flammeus ShowDane Curley | Amanita Muscaria, Vikings, Memesis and the Trade WarFriend of the show Dane Curley returns once again to dive into a host of topics ranging from Terence McKenna to Vikings and the Trade War.https://danecurley.com/https://www.instagram.com/danecurley/https://open.spotify.com/artist/2u4I445WaewvL5CqBiI0PE_____________________________________Follow us: https://linktr.ee/HFShowSong of the show by Hewkii https://push.fm/fl/thegaianmindBackground graphics by Vecteezy.comIntermission music by Oddweird https://push.fm/fl/daydreamdeluxe...
2025-12-032h 19
The Hewkii and Flammeus ShowDane Curley | Psychedelic Culture, Tribal Mysticism, Music Production and TexturesToday's guest, Dane Curley, is a musician, psychedelic explorer, comedian, martial artist, writer, computer nerd, and a self-proclaimed conversation derailer among other things. We talk about music, psychedelic culture, tribal mythology and just about everything else under the sun.https://danecurley.com/https://www.instagram.com/danecurley/https://open.spotify.com/artist/2u4I445WaewvL5CqBiI0PE
2025-10-152h 43
The Wine GoblinsEpisode 1- Dane Curley interviewIn the first episode of Season 4, the Wine Goblins interview Dane Curley (@dscurley), an artist who has designed the label for many highly acclaimed, award-winning wines. Learn about his wine journey, the process of designing artwork for a label, and where you can find some of Dane’s art in this episode of Wine Goblins.
2024-10-3028 min
Beats Vines and LifeDane Curley: The Artist Shaping California's Wine Scene One Label at a Time.Welcome to "Beats, Vines, & Life," the intersection where rhythm meets the grape and individual stories blend into the rich tapestry of life. I'm your host, MJ Towler, coaxing the culture from the creatives and the passion from the producers all over a shared bottle of the finest vintages. In today's episode, we're uncorking a special blend of conversation with the multifaceted Dane Curley — an artist, a designer, a man who paints the stories of wines onto the very labels that grace their bottles.Dive in with us as Dane takes us through his per...
2024-04-081h 23
Wine Time Fridays Podcast186 - Paso Robles Part 5: Chris Burns with Turtle Rock VineyardsIn today’s episode we put a bow on our wines from Paso Robles as Shelley, Phil, Lindsay and Brian sit down with Chris Burns with Turtle Rock Vineyards located in Tin City. What a way to wrap up our Paso Robles trip! In this conversation we talk about football, the importance of honoring what you're tasting and, of course wine. These wines are amazing and we strongly recommend this winery to be near or at the top of your list of places to visit on your visit to Paso Robles. #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersing #RacyAcid #SaltyOldFisherman #Shiner #EasterEgg
2023-11-101h 09
Me Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyEpisode 56 - Of Queens and A-HolesWhy does Dane's impression of Prince William have a California Surfer Dude accent? You'll just have to listen and learn! This episode asks "Why?" with regard to British Monarchy, and "WTF?" with regard to American Governors treating illegal migrants with cruelty. It's better to laugh when you're dealing with this sort of thing! Donate on Patreon or I'll blow up the Moon. Here. Supported Like You Keep This Show Going. Please donate today.Support the show
2022-09-1827 min
Me Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyEpisode 55 - From Suckerberg to ZuckerbergDane reflects on his radical opinion change on Mark Zuckerberg following a recent 3-hour-long interview by the Meta (formerly known as Facebook) CEO. The future of Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality sound incredibly interesting, in part thanks to Zuck', and Dane's mind turns to how much more interesting video games such as MMORPGs might become! Support the show on Patreon or 36 hamsters will accidentally eat mushrooms that cause mild, but inconvenient gastrointestinal discomfort!Support the show
2022-09-0430 min
Me Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyEpisode 54 - Full Metal Jacket & Gone with the WindIn this super-interesting episode, Dane shares the tragic-but-hilarious story of the man who wrote Full Metal Jacket, and riffs about the disclaimer that Turner Classic Movies forced him to watch before he could see Gone with the Wind (as if the movie wasn't long enough!). Support the show on Patreon or 15 kitties will feel sad.Support the show
2022-08-2536 min
Me Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyEpisode 53 - Joey B, Donny T, and Tony SCatch a very fun "Song of the Day to Check Out" and then move on to $10,000 in Biden Bucks, the world's quickest/funniest Mar-A-Lago "Raid" Explainer featuring Donald Trump himself, and a final third about everyone's favorite mafia don, re: The Sopranos.Support this show on Patreon or I won't feed it dinner. Support the show
2022-08-2330 min
Me Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyBONUS 3 - Reflections on the Stabbing of Salman RushdieNot as flawlessly riffed as the regularly numbered episodes, this "bonus" episode features some random thoughts, and then Dane's candid reflections on the situation surrounding the stabbing of Salman Rushdie, including the fact that he had poked fun at the absurd situation of being the subject of a 'fatwa' as recently as 2017. The ep is not journalistic in the least bit, but covers topics such as free speech and the need for sustained self-security in a perpetually insane world, however unfair that may be to the free speakers. We hope Mr. Rushdie survives and recovers to full health. ...
2022-08-1424 min
Me Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyEpisode 52 - Trevor Noah Ignored Me30 Full Minutes on the terrifying subject of Trevor Noah ignoring our dear & sensitive host on the street. Support the show (and the host's mental health) by donating any amount on Patreon! Support the show
2022-08-0830 min
Me Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyEpisode 51 - Card Magic & Iron ChefDane shouts out a badass card magician whose demolishing hecklers on Instagram Reels by performing tricks with the deck upside down. Then, he moves onto the new Iron Chef show, "Battle for an Iron Legend," which has captivated his attention and interest, but refused to air a critical scene in a particular episode. Have fun and support the show on Patreon!Support the show
2022-07-2832 min
Me Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyEpisode 50 - Comedy StuffDane gets invited to the Instagram Reels Bonus Program for comedy, but can't predict which videos IG will show to his followers. He also shares his thoughts on Bill Burr's new special, and talks about re-entering the world of traditional club-style Stand Up Comedy: why he's writing new material, why it doesn't have to be true to be funny, and when you can see him performing written sets in the future at clubs across New York City.The 50th episode of MCREC is brought to you by our Patreon patrons! Join them in support by making a...
2022-07-1832 min
Me Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyEpisode 49 - Obi Wan & Mad GodDane rails against the terrible new Obi Wan Kenobi series, reviews the latest season of Star Trek: Picard, and segways into an introduction to the obscure new stop-motion animated horror film Mad God.This podcast is brought to you by Dane's Patreon patrons. PAAATREEEOOON! Go to www.patreon.com/danecurley and donate any amount today! (There is no obligation to give on a recurring basis, but that'd be pretty coo')Support the show
2022-07-0934 min
Me Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyEpisode 48 - Bas Rutten Complimented My Head KickIn Episode 48, Dane reflects on his time at Karate Combat's Live fight week in Orlando, Florida, where he worked on content creation with Bas Rutten & Stephen "Wonderboy" Thompson. (Karate Combat Season 4 Event 4 was broadcast live on June 25th, 2022 from the Backlot of Universal Studios Florida.) Dane also very briefly ponders the costs of cryptocurrency, fine art, and housing given the market downturn, reminding listeners to "go for bitcoins, not for buttcoins." AND, Dane once again brings you a Song of the Day to Check Out, but he doesn't sing it very well. This episode is brought to...
2022-06-2930 min
Me Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyEpisode 47 - Demystifying Crowd Work & Other ThingsDane Curley demystifies crowd work, explaining "how the sausage is made" by deconstructing two stand up comedy specials: Todd Barry's The Crowd Work Tour and Andrew Schulz's The Crowd Work Special. Each was filmed and performed with a completely different crowd work technique. Dane also tells the story of a recent comedian's meltdown at his show, and moves off to new topics such as The Intelligence of Robots per Michio Kaku, The Reframing of Human History as posited by Daniel Quinn's The Story of B, and the "Looming" Recession - that - uh - ::checks stocks portfolio:: - aren't we...
2022-06-1855 min
Me Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyEpisode 46 - The Art & Science of Open Mic ComedyDane Curley takes listeners Behind the Scenes of the Underground Stand Up Comedy scene in New York City. What makes the average "Open Mic" such a miserable experience for comedians and guests alike? And what has Dane done to make his own show a Mecca for Brooklyn comics in search of a much more positive experience, and an engaged crowd? Dane reports back on the quirks of his successful live show, titled "Dane Curley's Open Mic Comedy Show" at Freddy's Bar & Backroom in South Slope, Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA. It's a...
2022-06-0733 min
Me Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyEpisode 45 - Very Expensive SpeechDane Curley riffs on the ~$44B acquisition of Twitter by Elon Musk, whether it has any real bearing on propagating Free Speech around the world, and whether the phrase "Free Speech" actually has any shared or agreed upon meaning in the first place. How many versions of "Free Speech" are there? And why is it so very expensive?Brought to you solely by Dane Curley's PATREON supporters. Thank you! Support the show
2022-05-0233 min
Me Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyEpisode 44 - Red Hot Chili PreppersIt's a rambler, as Dane moves from his appreciation for the brand new Red Hot Chili Peppers album to his continued fascination in outdoors survival, especially in the wake of recent world events. It's a mostly lighthearted episode to work the podcasting-muscles, after concluding a long break for MCREC. Essentially, this episode skims a bunch of topics that might require deeper, more pointed and thoughtful dives in the near future. Enjoy!Support the show
2022-04-0628 min
Me Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyEpisode 43 - Much Ado About N(eilYoung)othingEpisode 43 challenges the narratives of a polarizing American body politic by offering a more reasonable, moderate view on a debate topic that shouldn't have to result in an "Us or Them" answer: Who's right between Neil Young and Joe Rogan? Dane also shares a few reflections on recently meeting so many professional fighters from all corners of the globe. (Hehe, the globe doesn't actually have corners.)This episode is made possible thanks to our Patreon supporters. Please choose to donate today.Support the show
2022-02-1030 min
Me Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyEpisode 42 - Senseless Hamster Death in Hong KongDane kicks Episode 42 off by wrongfully referring to it as Episode 41, but otherwise swan dives directly into his target topic: a psychotic result of the Chinese Communist Party's illogical "Zero-Covid Policy" (the unbelievable premise that 100% of all covid viruses could be eliminated across the entirety of China and their properties), the senseless killing of THOUSANDS of innocent Hamsters and small pets by Hong Kong government authorities (so far). It's worth being pissed about, but hopefully Dane presents it to ya' in a way that's not entirely unpleasant - he is desperately trying to entertain you after all. ...
2022-01-2130 minMe Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyEpisode 41 - Catching Up!It's a Lighthearted "Welcome Back" for MCREC's Host Dane Curley in this return from the recent hiatus. Listen for random laughs, ideas, entertainment recommendations, and to hear from your old pal Dane for the first time in a long time. MCREC will return to its regular cadence in the coming weeks!Support the show
2022-01-1129 min
Me Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyEpisode 40 - Psychedelic IdeasThree related moments in time sharing a date: November 16th. They are, the discovery of L.S.D. by Swiss chemist Albert Hoffman, the birth of Terence McKenna, and the death of Alan Watts. We discuss a variety of "psychedelic" ideas on this funny and good-spirited 40th episode!Brought to you by people like you!Please donate via PATREON.(Cover Image is from the High Times magazine 1992 interview with Terence McKenna)Support the show
2021-11-1730 min
Me Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyEpisode 39 - Smart People OnlyDane reads the philosopher Schopenhauer's thoughts on Smart People versus "the pathetic commonplace heads with which the world is crammed," and how that too-heavy-on-the-wrong-side spectrum plays out in societal interactions. Then, he shares Schopy's list of Commonly Held Opinions That Are Wrong (such as Tragedy is more difficult to write than Comedy), sings Talking Heads "Once in a Lifetime," and reads George Carlin's delightfully flowy "Modern Man" monologue. Dane also says "goodbye" at the end of the show, instead of "peace," because he was in a very weird mood today.This episode is brought to you by...
2021-11-1328 min
Me Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyEpisode 38 - High NoonFinding the humor in nearly being attacked by a psychopathic homophobe in Brooklyn, Dane also finds his way to a meditation on the brilliance of the classic Western film High Noon starring Gary Cooper. This may be the longest advertisement for an old movie you'll ever hear, but it should surely entertain you! Thanks Patreon supporters! You rock! Sorry this episode took long to get out! I owe you a 2-for-1-week of podcasts, for sure!Support the show
2021-10-2840 min
Me Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyEpisode 37 - I Am the Bodhisattva AND SO CAN YOU!Dane invites you on the long and winding road to enlightenment, which, in your case, is achieved by listening to his story of momentary enlightenment, very temporary ego death, and a speedy return to ego life... and why that's just perfectly alright. Godly, even. First, some talk about Comedy Open Mics. Then, Discover that you're the bodhisattva with words by Dane Curley & Alan Watts.This episode is brought to you by MCREC's Patreon supporters, of which there are more than 10. Join them! Or remain unenlightened, you swine!Support the show
2021-10-1346 min
Me Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyI was on The SOPRANOS, Ask Me Anything! (MCREC Live)Thanks to our Callin callers and redditers for the fantastic dialogue! Enjoy the replay, and enjoy The Many Saints of Newark, in theaters Oct 1. Dane Curley had a small, but multi-episode credited role on HBO's the Sopranos. He met 95% of the cast and worked in Silvercup studios and on location in NJ. He's a comedian and comedy writer and the host of this very 5-star rated podcast you're about to listen to: Me Clicking RECord.This episode was originally recorded Live on the Callin app.You can attend MCREC Live or highlight your favorite...
2021-09-3039 min
Me Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyEpisode 36 - The MATRIXRemembering that he's a SciFi writer, and being very excited by the forthcoming sequel, Dane devotes an entire MCREC episode to The #MATRIX. Dane explains his theory that The Matrix extends to Zion, citing Morpheus's last words in the original trilogy: "Is this real?" and other important clues. He also shares Lana Wachowski's genuinely great motives for making another film in the series (not just a cash grab) and does his very best acting job as Agent Smith to relive some of Hugo Weaving's best monologues.Support the show
2021-09-2440 min
Me Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyEpisode 35 - ILLiberalsAfter a very comedic first-half (loaded with madness and voices), Dane, a self-proclaimed "left-libertarian," continues his attempt to pluck a cancer out from his own side of the aisle. He reads an excerpt from The Economist's new series "The Illiberal Left," shares his disdain for the Language Police, and asks members of both political wings to attack authoritarianism from within their own camps. PS: Giving "woke corporations" control of our language rights... what could go wrong?Support the show
2021-09-1526 min
Me Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyEpisode 34 - Idiocracy Comes to BoxingDane realizes that the state of Boxing, where old has-beens fight older has-beens, and where YouTube celebrities fight washed up MMA fighters, proves that humanity is worthless. Only after recording did the perfect title for this episode come to mind: Idiocracy Comes to Boxing. Fitting, as former president Donald Trump will provide ringside commentary on September 11th for Evander Holyfield (58-years-old boxer) versus Vitor Belfort (44-years-old, MMA fighter). Wait a second... on September 11th? Yeesh. Stay after the outro-song to hear some bonus about that!Episode 34 is brought to you by our Patreon supporters. ...
2021-09-0920 min
Me Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyLive Comedy Show! - Stand Up vs PodcastingComedian Dane Curley shares the unique challenges of writing & performing Stand-Up Comedy, versusthe very different challenges of being funny on an audio-only format like his Podcast. He performs two very funny Stand-Up bits that worked well enough on the stage, but which are ready to die on his podcast. Sayonara!This episode was originally recorded Live on the Callin app, available Sep 2, 2021. You can attend MCREC:Callin LIVE! using any iOS device at Me Clicking RECord: Callin.Support the show
2021-09-0122 min
Me Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyEpisode 33 - Complete Nonsense NewsDane reads headlines from C.omplete N.onsense N.ews, riffs on current events, and slams the Nonsense-peddlers for how many stupid pop culture stories they consider "Front Page News". Who gives a f*** about Barry Manilow!? But hey, folks, we absolutely must be informed about who's hosting Jeopardy. Come for the double standards, stay for the hilarious takes on them.All episodes of #MeClickingRECord are supported by our Patrons. Please donate to ensure the shows keep coming! #MCRECSupport the show
2021-08-2231 min
Me Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyEpisode 32 - Psychedelic TherapyDane explores a handful of cutting-edge Psychedelic Therapy offerings and looks at what other Psychedelic Prescription Drug companies entering the LEGAL market are doing. Get some laughs with your facts! As psychedelics go mainstream, and gen pop interest in therapies gains momentum, it's important to be aware of the contraindications to treatment... but also to know that even for those who are presently contraindicated (they cannot undergo psychedelic therapy), help may soon be on the way. And that's why Dane sings and psychoanalyzes the lyrics to the TOOL song "The Patient" from Lateralus. Don't miss this one!
2021-08-1858 min
Me Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyANNOUNCING "Me Clicking RECord:Callin""Me Clicking RECord: Callin" is a new Live-streaming companion show to MCREC, exclusively available on the Callin app, and Hosted by the hilariously talented writer/comedian/entertainer Dane Curley, featuring the least pretentious, very best live music appreciation show of all time: "Song Lyrics You Don't Understand." MCREC:Callin features 3 unique Live podcasting experiences:-- "Song Lyrics You Don't Understand" Mon-thru-Thu 2:30PM ET / 11:30AM PTRating: Explicit LyricsSLYDU invites callers...
2021-08-1423 min
Me Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyEpisode 31 - Morrison & MescalineBreak on through! We're singing The Doors, explaining their band-name, and diving down the psychedelic rabbit hole. Come for the Native American peyote religions and stay for the mescaline. Dane reads poems from Wilderness Vol 1: The Lost Writings of Jim Morrison, talks about Aldous Huxley and Alexander Shulgin, and romps across topics from Censorship to Cactus Alkaloids. It's a damn good time.This episode is brought to you by LISTENERS LIKE YOU. Bring your ideas and questions to Patreon.com/DaneCurley.Support the show
2021-07-2854 min
Me Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyEpisode 30 - ExtraterrestrialsExtraterrestrials: Unscripted, just how you like them. Dane makes his way through a few Arthur C. Clarke scifi-novel recommendations as he considers their possibly real alien counterparts, exploring two prominent encounters humans have had in recent years. He talks about the 2004 'Tic Tac' UFO sighting that predated and possibly inspired the latest Pentagon UFO Report, and of Oumuamua, which has at least one Harvard astronomer-physicist convinced. Are they truly extraterrestrial in origin? How can we know for sure? Along the way, Dane engages in several ridiculous comic voices and even attempts - badly - to sing a...
2021-07-2654 min
Me Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyEpisode 29 - TimeDane dives into Pink Floyd's song "Time," from The Dark Side of the Moon, and shares his reflections and fascinations from physicist Carlo Rovelli's book The Order of Time. This episode is brought to you by our Patreon supporters, and by the short story I Resisted The Birdmen, available Free on Medium.com. Donate as little as $3.00, today! Support the show
2021-07-1539 min
Me Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyEpisode 28 - Sculpting Your PersonaDane talks about a Songwriter who Doesn't want to sing Other Songwriters' material, and relates that back to his own experience as a young professional Actor, and Quitting Acting. He then talks "Designing Yourself," and Forging/Sculpting Your Persona across the eras of your life. A worthwhile topic, indeed. Enjoy!This episode is brought to you by MCREC's Patreon supporters, and by the short illustrated SciFi story, I Resisted The Birdmen. Support the show
2021-07-1233 min
Me Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyEpisode 27 - Bubbly MoneyDane explores the history of money as told by Saifedean Ammous's book The Bitcoin Standard, available here. He explains the difference between Hard and Easy money, which kinds of money "bubble" (and why), and shares lots of fun historical examples about kinds of money that... abruptly stopped being money. We also compare Silver with Gold, and the US Dollar to Bitcoin. It's Bubbly Money time!This episode is paid for by our patreon donors! Please consider supporting MCREC, as we spend to advertise, produce, and host the show.Support the show
2021-05-2558 min
Me Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyBONUS 2 - When Someone Great is GoneDane dives into "Someone Great," a song by LCD Soundsystem, sharing it with listeners as a useful tool for reflection in the context of the loss of "someone great." As with most of MCREC's Songs of the Day to Check Out, he sings it and talks about its lyrics in depth. As this episode does not have the usual joyful candor of most MCREC episodes, and deals with themes of grief and loss, Dane decided it should be branded a "Bonus" episode.Thanks to our patreon subscribers for funding this podcast. Please consider donating on any time-scale...
2021-05-2520 min
Me Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyEpisode 26 - Human-Animal Hybrids Part 2: The Human SoulHoly human-cow! It's the longest episode of Me Clicking RECord, yet! It's Part Deux of MCREC's discussion on Human-Animal Hybrids, and we're focusing on how to satisfy the criteria for having a Soul. Dane talks about the hesitancy of mainstream media to report on human-animal hybrid experimentation, shares a surprisingly accurate article from infamous conspiracy theorist Alex Jones's "Prison Planet" publication, follows up with NPR's take on the same subject, discusses one of the best Star Trek episodes of all time (regarding the nature of what beings have souls), reminisces about doggies, speaks out against the Communist...
2021-04-301h 20
Me Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyEpisode 25 - GeniusFeeling under the weather and sounding nasally, Dane makes his MCREC comeback on the subject of genius. He discusses the "loosey goosey" definition of genius as compared to the Einstein magnitude of genius, and shares facts about how Einstein's brain was literally different from other human brains. This episode kicks off with a Song of the Day to Check Out by Neil Young. Please support Me Clicking RECord on Patreon, and contribute today!Support the show
2021-04-0934 min
Me Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyBONUS - A New Conversation with Jonathan BrookinsDane Curley and Jonathan Brookins sit down to have a free-flowing conversation about some things that matter. Topics include but are not limited to: Living well during lockdown, The difficulty of thinking, Judging what's "good," Kayfabe, Manufacturing consent, and Having a president who has experienced traumatic loss (in Joe Biden).Please support Me Clicking RECord on Patreon, and contribute today!Support the show
2021-01-1457 min
Me Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyEpisode 24 - Pokemon, Bitcoin, and Capitol RiotsDane covers the speculative markets of Pokemon & Magic the Gathering cards, as well as Bitcoin, before moving on (about half-way in) to discuss the Capitol Riots. Thereafter he talks about Donald Trump's banning from social media and other Refusals of Service directed at the Trump campaign and family (forgetting actually to mention that the PGA Tour cancelled their stint at his course). That introduces a discussion of Free Enterprise vs Free Speech, and the Paradox of Universal Freedom. Dane mentions a Song of the Day to Check Out and recites words by George Carlin regarding the fact that You Ha...
2021-01-111h 00
Me Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyEpisode 23 - Two Finnegans WakesA podcast about the Gift of Gab. Listeners be prepared to encounter two Fin-agains. "Finnegan's Wake," the song of unknown Irish-American authorship, 1860s New York, and Finnegans Wake, James Joyce's paradoxical, much hated and loved literary magnum opus. Don't worry, Dane makes it fun. Don't expect an axademic lexture. Enjoy ye'self.Thank you to MCREC's Patreon patrons! Donate now.Behold the Newsletter! Subscribe now.Support the show
2020-12-0843 min
Me Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyEpisode 22 - And We're Back!Dane talks about the challenges of Deactivating Facebook & Deleting Twitter, this Never-ending Election Cycle, the SciFi novel A Canticle for Leibowitz, his Dangerous Ideas newsletter, and more. Brought to you by Dane's patrons on Patreon.Support the show
2020-11-2334 min
Me Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyEpisode 21 - The Pre-Election Day EpDane delivers a free-flowing reflection on Realpolitik in American Party Politics, the politicization of Social Media platforms, candidate performance in the presidential debates, peak disinformation in news media, SJW-ism, the deteriorating value of blackmail, being shadowbanned by TikTok for impersonating Trump in his comedy videos, Rudy Giuliani and the Hunter Biden "Laptop from Hell." Among other things. Enjoy!Brought to you by our Patreon Patrons!Support the show
2020-10-2637 min
Me Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyEpisode 20 - Free Speech in Comedy & MusicIn October, 1973, WBAI radio in New York City aired legendary comedian George Carlin's "Seven Dirty Words" at around 2:00PM. A complaint was lodged by a listener, and the results of that complaint took the radio station (Pacifica Foundation) all the way to the U.S. Supreme Court in 1978. Years later in 1985, 22 individuals who called themselves the Parents Music Resource Center leveraged their disproportionate political power to challenge free enterprise in the music industry. Dane shares speeches by John Denver and Frank Zappa, and provides all the context surrounding these events, and how they lead to the present reduction of...
2020-10-0647 min
Me Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyEpisode 19 - Forever JUNGThis episode shares "the essential realizations" of Carl G. Jung's Symbols of Transformation, a work that has great practical value for everyone living. He tries to answer the questions, "What did Jung think?" & "Why is it good to think it?" Dane touches upon why Jung remains counterculture, and shares the man's major Not-Freudian theories in fun ways that skirt the need for dedicated hours of study. And so, this podcast leverages more popular & digestible works such as The Portable Jung, Inner Work, The Hero with a Thousand Faces, and We've Had 100 Years of Psychotherapy and the World is Getting Wo...
2020-09-2442 min
Me Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyEpisode 18 - HiFi & ConfidenceThis episode focuses on music, with a documentary-like breakdown of a very famous Dire Straits song. Dane talks about how attention-to-detail is the key component of High-Fidelity (HiFi) audio recordings, and explains the difference between audiophile quality and crapola. It features the unedited lyrics of a song that aired censored (an entire verse was missing from the MTV version), and explains how/why authors/writers use authentic language in their work. Damn the censors! In the latter part of the ep, Dane explains why confidence matters and how you can develop it for yourself. Have a blast!...
2020-09-1238 min
Me Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyEpisode 17 - XERXESDane misses the high note on his SciFi-adjacent Song of the Day to Check Out, from a band that focuses a lot on technocratic dystopias, shares a lesson from the Yale course On Grand Strategy (that's the type of strategy you need to conquer the world), talks about Xerxes's big blunder in Ancient Greece and whether Donald Trump is a "Fox" or a "Hedgehog." With Laughs along the way! Enjoy!Support the show
2020-09-0746 min
Me Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyEpisode 16 - Human-Animal HybridsWell, you can ignore that part about "Brand Safety," because we're spending upwards of 40minutes talking about HUMAN-ANIMAL HYBRIDS. They're real, but they don't sound real! In one of the most entertaining episodes of MCREC thus far, Dane freaks out about Human-Animal Hybrids and hopes at the very least that their existence can save the Uighurs of Xinjiang, China from the Chinese Communist Party. Laugh and Learn and Laugh some more. You might want an accompanying drink for the show!This episode features no Philosophy Reflections and no Song of the Day to...
2020-08-2539 min
Me Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyEpisode 15 - Native American IndiansWhether you refer to the indigenous peoples of the Americas as Native Americans or American Indians, they sure have taken part in some incredibly interesting moments in history. We discuss the good/evil debate, and the politicization of thoughts, surrounding Anti-Colonialism/Colonialism, learn about the Sioux Wars versus the United States in the 1800s, and discuss both over and under-romanticizations of the Aztec Empire in its bid to survive against the Spanish Empire. It's a highly thematic episode, which is unusual for Me Clicking RECord, but, well, here we are. Even the Song of the Day to Check Out...
2020-08-1947 min
Me Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyEpisode 14 - We're Going to the MotherF-ing MoonThis episode revolves around an epic Song of the Day to Check Out segment which brings listeners along for The Race for Space! It features the recitation of JFK's famous "We're Going to the MotherF-ing Moon" speech, performed in character as JFK. The 2nd half of the show features Dane's behind-the-scenes talk about Comedy-writing, and Stand Up Comedy rehearsals, how COVID-19 reveals the psychology of the "Home Field Advantage," and a few TV show recommendations you'll enjoy.Support the show
2020-08-0532 min
Me Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyEpisode 13 - Better Than SexWe're joining TikTok, drinking Coca Cola, impersonating Hunter S. Thompson, re-watching Gladiator, newly-watching Trotsky, and rapping about some heavy stuff! We're even talking about "The Pornogrification of History." It's Better Than Sex! Dane also shares some fascinating facts from the lectures he's been listening to on The History of Ancient Rome in the ridiculously info-taining way that only he can.Support the show
2020-07-3034 min
Me Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyEpisode 12 - Oedipus ReduxYou've heard about the Oedipus Complex, but have you ever checked out Freud's source material yourself? Well, come on in! Because we're all laughing about MYTHIC DOOM! Also, this episode has LOTS of funny voices. We've got a Song of the Day to Check Out, a Star Trek: Enterprise episode recommendation, and in one of our regular discussions on dangerous ideas (watch out!), we discuss the opinions of Free Speech Liberals & Independents and their modern sentiments around the use of profanity and hostile language. Here's a clue: It's 2020, and everyone's been listening to Eminem for 20 years. Enjoy...
2020-07-2441 min
Me Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyEpisode 11: Curley Does CarlinThis episode has big laughs, science fiction, and social commentary. It's bookended by talk about Hideo Kojima's newest SciFi video game Death Stranding and later talk about Stephen King's book The Running Man, which was adapted into an Arnold Schwarzenegger movie in the '80s. In between is a quick book recommendation, which preludes a spell-binding tribute performance/reading of comedian George Carlin's dumb Americans bit, from his legendary late-career special Life Is Worth Losing. Enjoy the ride, my friends! Please remember to rate us 5 stars, follow/subscribe, and tip Dane on Patreon!Support the show
2020-07-1638 min
Me Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyEpisode 10 - Transcend the Tribe!Dane apologizes to Schopenhauer's ghost for erroneously saying he committed suicide during Philosophy Reflections, recommends an excellent article about "Culture War 2.0," because Smart People Read, and shares two on-theme Songs of the Day to Check Out. He also answers a Fan/Friend/Follower Question that might help you determine the difference between being selfish and enjoying an appropriate amount of solitude. The episode is themed around "Memetic Tribalism," a concept discussed thereon.Support the show
2020-07-0745 min
Me Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyEpisode 9 - Gaming & MeddlingYou'll have tons to digest and talk about after listening to this episode! MCREC9 marks Dane's first foray into sharing Video Games he thinks even the most intellectual listeners would enjoy, including a tease for the new SciFi game "Death Stranding" and a recommendation for a grand strategy game. He also reads from LBJ's Chief of Staff, W. Marvin Watson, about how Russia (as the Soviet Union) meddled in American democracy during the Johnson Presidency. There's a rambling riff about homelessness in NYC that he hopes you'll forgive him for by time you hear him si...
2020-06-2732 min
Me Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyEpisode 8 - Thank You, Prometheus!Dane reads from Fear & Loathing' in the voice and style of Hunter S. Thompson, sings PJ Harvey in the voice and style of Dane Curley, and dishes out a healthy serving of fascinating and useful Jungian psychology by discussing Edward Edinger's self-reflection-inducing Ego and Archetype. There's mention of Prometheus, The Serpent of Eden - oh! - and there's a little talk about fencing and skateboarding!Fans of the following segments will be sure to enjoy this episode: Smart People Read, Song of the Day to Check Out, and Philosophy Reflections.Support the show
2020-06-2146 min
Me Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyEpisode 7 - Evil Elites from Outer Space!In this episode, Dane riffs on humanity's place within a potential universe of sentient aliens (with great help from Star Trek), shares "Something Fascinating" about how language and word pronunciations change over time, and reads from Socrates's delightfully sarcastic Apology. Also, we consider what it means to define segments of our population as "Elite."Fans of the following segments will enjoy this episode: Philosophy Reflections, The Untitled and Recurring SciFi Segment, Smart People Read, and Fans/Friends/Followers Questions. MCREC7 also features the debut of the "Something Fascinating" segment. There is a small amount of political discourse...
2020-06-1133 minMe Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyTrailer: Me Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyMe Clicking RECord is an unscripted show starring a lifelong professional performer and writer. Dane Curley adeptly navigates an impossibly wide range of topics (In Fact, There Are No Holds Barred!) and thoughtfully curates what's next in your healthy diet of art, music, philosophy, comedy, science fiction, and more! It's a "One Man Podcast" providing as much therapy for its host as its listeners. So get the podcast you need! Follow or Subscribe & Play Any Episode now!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/danecurley)
2020-06-0601 min
Me Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyEpisode 6: UnityRecorded during the nationwide protests following the murder of George Floyd by police, Dane utilizes humor and history in one man's small effort to bring Americans together. He delivers a mind-bending performance of his "Song of the Day to Check Out" and then answers the question "Why Is Your Hair So Long?" en route to gleaming learnings from the history of the 1960s/70s countercultural movements and anti-Vietnam War protests.Though not all properly introduced, fans of the following segments should appreciate this episode: "Song of the Day to Check Out," "Fans/Friends/Followers Questions," "Smart People...
2020-06-0244 min
Me Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyEpisode 5: SOCIAL MANIADane teases his story HOLY CRISIS, available in Infinite Worlds Science Fiction (Issue #4) on June 15th, 2020, shares a book series recommendation from his friend Captain Sean, and reads a powerful quote from a renowned-yet-countercultural psychoanalyst. That leads him to reflecting on the pervasiveness of Mania, a rather common neurosis plaguing our society, and maybe even ourselves! Listen now to help stop the spread!Segments featured on this episode are: "Smart People Read;" "Philosophy Reflections;" and "Song of the Day to Check Out." (Dane also shares a bit of practical life advice from Pakistani hip hop pioneer @Adil...
2020-05-2830 min
Me Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyEpisode 4: The Jingles Have Arrived!Dane forgets to include a "Song of the Day to Check Out" but goes all in on "Philosophy Reflections," diving into the interesting and potentially self-empowering concept of Mythological-Christianity. He shares what to do when you're in a bad situation inside a stranger's car, and some facts from a fantastic non-fiction Science book, during "Smart People Read." This episode's "Fans/Friends/Followers Questions" take a political turn! Uh oh! Most exciting of all, two of his segments are preceded not by his own terrible singing, but by hilarious original Hip Hop Jingles from Vikto & Spits! Podcast Theme M...
2020-05-2538 min
Me Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyEpisode 3: The Late Great Mister MGreat episode! Dane talks a bit about Conor McGregor's "GOAT" list, does "Philosophy Reflections" on a paragraph written by Arthur Schopenhauer, shares his "Song of the Day to Check Out," answers one very important "Fans/Friends/Followers Question" about closets (and another very fun one), gives his "Good Life Advice of the Day," and honors a late mentor, his high school teacher Mr. M. Podcast Theme Music by @ViktoBeats. Outro Song Lyrics by @ViktoBeats & @AgentSpits.Support the show
2020-05-2541 min
Me Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyEpisode 2: The First EpisodeDane clicks RECord and starts talking about why he's started a podcast with nothing to talk about. (Don't worry! He's professionally trained for this.) He shares his "Song of the Day to Check Out" (and sings a few lines of it), then answers a question from a fellow creative person on Instagram. Music talk gives way to a book recommendation - a great read that spiritually preceded the Fallout video game series. Naturally, there came time for some life advice, when Dane passed on words of wisdom from his favorite famous mythologist.Some cool people mentioned in...
2020-05-2530 min
Me Clicking RECord with Dane CurleyEpisode 1: The Trigger WarningAs the outro music explains: "It's a Trigger-Trigger Warning - WARNING!" Here's a fun six minutes about Dane's blatant inability to keep his listeners perfectly safe. He hopes you'll be able to listen anyway. Enjoy! Podcast Theme Music by @ViktoBeats. Jingle & Outro Song Lyrics by @ViktoBeats & @AgentSpits.Support the show
2020-05-2506 min
11 Personnel: A show about the Los Angeles RamsPreparing for the Draft with Joe CurleyRich Hammond is joined by Joe Curley of the Ventura Country Star to discuss all things Rams and NFL Draft. Will they address the offense and take a running back, or shore up the defense first? Also, reactions to the results of The Athletic's Rams fan survey and more!Check out Dane Bruglers NFL Draft Guide: https://theathletic.com/1727831/2020/04/07/dane-brugler-nfl-draft-guide-2020-the-beast/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-04-2241 min
The Vagabond ForagerOde to Green Spirits (feat. Taiyamo Denku and Dane Curley)Ode to Green Spirits (feat. Taiyamo Denku and Dane Curley) by Tyler Hislop (Sacrifice_MC)
2016-01-1203 min