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As I Was Saying with Big John HowellAs I Was Saying with Big John HowellVelvet Hammered: Ray Long on the Rise and Fall of Michael MadiganVeteran Chicago Tribune reporter Ray Long joins John Howell to discuss The House That Madigan Built and the astonishing political career of Illinois’ longest-serving Speaker. From midnight legislative miracles to federal indictments, Long offers a front-row view of Madigan’s unmatched influence—and his dramatic downfall. Plus, the wild true story of how Madigan and Gov. Jim Thompson literally stopped time to keep the White Sox in Chicago. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-06-1834 min2 Cents Critic2 Cents Critic#210 – Hannibal | Developed by Bryan Fuller (with Robyn Zabukovec)Tune in as 2 Cents Critic kicks off Pride Month! Yes, this month has circled back around for the year 2025, so the program will be focusing on queer art. For this first episode of June, Robyn Zabukovec (@TheFinalGirly) strides on back to her guest chair for a breakdown of Hannibal, the horror-thriller show that premiered on NBC in 2013 and spent three seasons diving into the grisly and psychological layers of the bond that grows between an FBI criminal profiler with a painfully perceptive knack for empathy and a cunning forensic psychiatrist who harbors murderous and cannibalistic secrets. Comparing this show...2025-06-042h 39Vikings 1st & SKOL: A Minnesota Vikings podcastVikings 1st & SKOL: A Minnesota Vikings podcastBreaking Down the Vikings’ 2025 Draft, Howell, & the QB2 Debate Ends!Vikings Post-Draft Reactions, Key Picks, and Offseason Insights—Join Sal Spice and guest Eric Thompson on 'Skoldiers & Spice,' a Vikings 1st & SKOL production partnered with the Fans First Sports Network, as they break down reactions to the Vikings' 2025 draft, including the acquisition of Sam Howell and key contract extensions. They delve into how the draft filled critical team needs and discuss the reasoning behind some surprising picks, including a third-round wide receiver that sparked mixed reactions. The conversation also highlights insights into potential breakout undrafted free agents, like Logan Brown and Tyler Batty. Sal and Eric offer a lo...2025-04-301h 02Return to Jesus PodcastReturn to Jesus PodcastReturn to Jesus Podcast (Season 1, Episode 11): Emotional Stability and Healing with Emotional Stability Coach, Jill HowellIn this episode of the Return to Jesus Podcast, host Jen Thompson, talks to emotional stability coach, speaker, somatic healing practitioner, and founder of Dancing in the Mess, Jill Howell about all things related to learning to heal and regulate your mind, body and spirit - and of course, grace. Jill has overcome Complex PTSD, chronic pain, IBS, chronic fatigue, anxiety, and depression. She guides women to transform the relationship they have with themselves + embody peace and joy again. Jill’s holistic mind-body-spirit coaching equips women to listen to their body, rewire their nervous systems, heal...2025-03-241h 03AI InsideAI InsideMove Fast, Break Things, on Rocket FuelJason Howell and Jeff Jarvis discuss the AI Action Summit in Paris, Elon Musk's bid for OpenAI, the Thompson Reuters copyright lawsuit, massive AI spending by tech giants, and ChatGPT Operator buying expensive eggs!Support the show on Patreon! http://patreon.com/aiinsideshowSubscribe to the new YouTube channel! http://www.youtube.com/@aiinsideshowNote: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor.NEWS0:02:00 - UK and US refuse to sign international AI declaration2025-02-121h 03Modern WebModern WebThe Problem with Open Source and How to Fix It with Max Howell, Founder of Tea ProtocolBackstage at All Things Open 2024, hosts Rob Ocel and Danny Thompson talk with Max Howell, creator of Homebrew and founder of the Tea Protocol, about making open source sustainable. Max shares his journey from building Homebrew as a passion project to launching Tea Protocol, which uses token-based economics to support maintainers without compromising open source values. They explore challenges like corporate involvement, project monetization, and building resilient open source communities. Chapters 00:00 - Introduction 02:20 - Max’s Open Source Journey 09:09 - The Problem with Open Source Sustainability 13:54...2024-12-1628 min2 Cents Critic2 Cents Critic#185 – The Nightmare Before Christmas | Directed by Henry Selick (with Robert “Stew” Stewart of STEW World Order)Tune in as 2CC properly embraces the holiday season with a full month of episodes to go along with that cheery theme! For this first week of December, Robert “Stew” Stewart (STEW World Order) is jumping back into his guest chair for a review and recap of The Nightmare Before Christmas, the 1993 stop-motion animation classic that takes us to Halloween Town and the shenanigans that its beloved king Jack Skellington cooks up after discovering the existence of Christmas. Screenwriter Caroline Thompson’s frustrations with this movie and with the racism behind Oogie Boogie, the important reminder that Henry Selick (and no...2024-12-042h 02The Inner GameThe Inner GameThe Inner Game | Adrian HowellThis month on The Inner Game Gwen speaks with Adrian Howell, a photographer, storyteller, filmmaker and athlete. He is currently working with Tucker Farris on a documentary about the activism that has protected the Thompson Divide from oil and gas development.2024-11-0527 minThe Dirt: an eKonomics podKastThe Dirt: an eKonomics podKastFor Soil’s SakeJoin Mike Howell on this week's episode of The Dirt as he sits down with the President of the Soil Science Society of America, Michael Thompson, to discuss how the organization supports soil science.   Mike and Michael take a closer look at variety of disciplines that exist in soil science and the ways that the SSSA supports them. They dive into the importance of soil science and how we can work together to teach others about the vital role that soil plays in our world.   Looking for the latest in crop nutrition research? Visit nutrien-ekonomics.com    Subscribe to our YouTube chan...2024-07-0232 minTheology In PiecesTheology In Pieces45 - Theology, Ecology, and Food Justice with Dr. Jennifer HowellSend us a Question!"Garden More."  On today's episode we wrestle with Dr. Jennifer Howell on why Christians should but don't care about our environment.  We name a number of the underlying  issues that keep us from seeing the fuller picture in the fabric of justice.   And though the darkness can be truly dark, Dr. Howell paints a path forward for every church member and church to contribute to reclaiming and restoring God's broken but beautiful world.   Before that, we discuss more terrible tweets, Sean Feuct, Faux Outrage/persecution, and actual persecution in India. ...2024-05-081h 14Southern Drawl DialogueSouthern Drawl Dialogue#1 - Thunder Levin - The Creator of the Sharknado MoviesThunder Levin was born and raised in New York City, graduated from Hunter College High School, and received a BFA in Film from NYU before moving to Los Angeles at age 23. He credits the original Star Trek television series with opening his mind to both the wonders of science fiction and filmmaking as a child, while the original Star Wars solidified his desire to make movies when he grew up. Mutant Vampire Zombies from the 'Hood! (2008) starring C. Thomas Howell was Thunder's feature film directorial debut. This led to him writing and/or directing several films for p...2024-04-041h 112 Cents Critic2 Cents Critic#144 - The Marvels | Directed by Nia DaCosta (with Jessica and Saunya of Opinionated Lushes)Tune in as Jessica and Saunya (Opinionated Lushes) rejoin Arthur to review and recap The Marvels, the sequel to 2019’s Captain Marvel (and a few other pieces of the ever-growing MCU). The multiple factors that led to this becoming a box office bomb, the real-life cases to which the Kree’s colonialist and imperialist regime can be compared (*cough cough* Israel and the U.S.), and Kamala Khan being an authentically and lovably cringey teenager comprise just a few of the talking points that the hosts dive into today. Directed by Nia DaCosta, The Marv...2024-02-212h 23Listen to the Best Full Audiobooks in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, HorrorListen to the Best Full Audiobooks in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, Horror[German] - Das Insekt by Rebekah StokePlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/737401 to listen full audiobooks. Title: [German] - Das Insekt Author: Rebekah Stoke Narrator: Gerrit Petersen Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 11 hours 6 minutes Release date: January 2, 2024 Genres: Horror Publisher's Summary: Väterchen sank auf die Knie, während sich ihm ein Bild des Grauens bot, ein Bild, das für ihn so wunderschön war, weil er es geschaffen hatte. Leben. Tod. Und wieder Leben. Er war Gott. Die Bestsellerautorin Sarah Thompson besteht auf den Kauf der alten, einsam gelegenen Kennedy-Farm bei Brooke Mine in Louisiana, was niemand, am allerwenigsten ihr Mann Matthew, verstehen kann. Den...2024-01-0205 minListen to the Best Full Audiobooks in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, HorrorListen to the Best Full Audiobooks in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, HorrorThe Bridge by Gregory M ThompsonPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/737014 to listen full audiobooks. Title: The Bridge Author: Gregory M Thompson Narrator: Bennet Ashford Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 0 hours 20 minutes Release date: December 15, 2023 Genres: Horror Publisher's Summary: When a 14-year-old boy discovers a bridge with strange powers, he uses it to its fullest extent until he realizes what he's doing could be wrong. NOTE: This is a short story.2023-12-1502 minHey! read this.Hey! read this.Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas By: Hunter S. Thompson with Loren HayesIn this Episode Loren takes B and V on a "Savage Journey to the heart of the American Dream" as we discuss Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas by Hunter S. Thompson.  Content warningLanguagediscussions of drug usediscussion of sexual violenceThank you so much to Loren for joining us! Follow Loren on the socials  @indomitableluluFollow our show on instagram @heyreadthispodOur theme music was composed by James Allen, to find more of their work visit Jamesallencomposer.com 2023-08-281h 12No Butts About ItNo Butts About ItEpisode 116: Young NFL Quarterbacks Analysis - Dorian Thompson Robinson, Anthony Richardson, Sam Howell, and Latest NewsDorian Thompson-Robinson has shown lots of promise in the first two pre-season games. But is it enough to get him to start over Deshaun Watson? Along with this discussion Chus and Josh talk about Anthony Richardson and the Colts, Sam Howell's Commanders, and the cancellation of the New York Jets joint practice.Merch:https://no-butts-about-it.myspreadshop.com/Instagram: @nobutts_showTiktok:NoButtsshowTwitter: Josh_Butts_2001Email: Bullmoosepodcast2@gmail.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCx4nP6KARbJkcgYmFfcRxjA2023-08-1851 minLocked On Hoosiers - Daily Podcast On Indiana Hoosiers Football & BasketballLocked On Hoosiers - Daily Podcast On Indiana Hoosiers Football & BasketballHoosiers make top 5 for Avery Howell, '25 top-10 recruit Jalan Haralson to visit IUThe Indiana Hoosiers women's basketball team continues making in-roads on the recruiting trail with the likes of '24 guard Avery Howell and '25 guard Nevaeh Caffey. IU's men's team and Mike Woodson are following suit with '25 top-10 prospect Jalen Haralson set to visit Indiana University.On today's episode of Locked on Hoosiers, Jacob Rude (@JacobRude) brings the latest updates on this week's Recruiting Wednesday episode. Howell named the Hoosiers and Teri Moren to her top 5 while Indiana recently offered Caffey, a point guard for powerhouse program Incarnate Word Academy.With the men's team, Haralson...2023-08-1623 minEvery Rom ComEvery Rom ComEvery Rom Com 64: Some Kind of Wonderful“Some Kind of Wonderful” may be the last of the John Hughes teen rom coms, but it’s first in our hearts! This week Sophia and Jen are joined by Neil, the man behind the popular Twitter account @neilbelieves, to discuss one of our favorites, as we continue our High School Movies series! We’ll look into the troubled development phase of the movie, which temporarily drew in another legendary director; we’ll explore the careers of Mary Stuart Masterson, Eric Stoltz, and Lea Thompson;  we’ll discuss the movie’s spectacular “kiss that kills”; and we’ll talk about high school mov...2023-07-012h 34Nerds & Jesus PodcastNerds & Jesus Podcast13 | Let's Play D&DSend us a textWe're taking a break from our usual content to bring you a D&D game-recorded episode! Never heard folks play D&D? In this episode, Mary DMs as her previous guests sit at the table to go through a One-Shot called:The Shadow of the Circus by Lucas Menezes.Guests:Micah Thompson - Olavaris ( Herengon | Fighter / Samauri) J.T. Powers - Breanor Moltenbrow ( Dwarf | Cleric)Dezerae Manier - Fah-lah ( Elf | Ranger / Hunter)David Manier - 2023-06-272h 50Truth Be Told with Alexis Monet HowellTruth Be Told with Alexis Monet HowellLiving for Jesus at a Young Age with Peter Thompson & Isaac FlynnLiving for Jesus is not a walk in the park, BUT it is worth every step! Join me, along with Peter Thompson and Isaac Flynn as we discuss the beauty and struggles of living for Jesus at a young age. ⁠Want to watch today's episode??⁠ ------------ ⁠WEBSITE⁠ Order my *NEW* Children's Book ~ ⁠Pretty Brown Girl, God Loves You!!⁠ ⁠Dear Broken Girl Book on Amazon ⁠**RATE + REVIEW PLEASE!!!** SIGNED BOOK COPY: message me @dearbrokengirl on Instagram, Facebook or TikTok SOCIAL: ⁠Alexis' Facebook⁠ COMMUNITY: ⁠Live with Lexi Howell Fa...2023-06-1728 minOhio MysteriesOhio MysteriesUPDATE! Rewind: BCI Cold Cases: Zastudil, Thompson, Hebert (Ep 112)So tonight we're doing a rewind of our 2020 episode about three cases that were getting new attention from the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation.In at least one of those cases, DNA technology came through. A few months ago, Hamilton County authorities announced they tied a serial killer to the death of Cheryl Thompson -- a 19-year-old University of Cincinnati student killed in 1978.Robert Howell was a Cincinnati truck driver who died in a 1985 car accident, so he can't be questioned.But authorities are pretty firm in their belief that not only did...2023-05-1133 minTractors And TroubadoursTractors And Troubadours. 75: NAFB Washington Watch: Sen. Debbie Stabenow, Rep. GT Thompson, Fastline Auctions, cotton fertility, the music of Dale HoustonOn this episode, we visit Washington, D.C., for the National Association of Farm Broadcasting’s Washington Watch 2023. We’ll talk farm bill and ag policy with Sen. Debbie Stabenow, chair of the Senate Ag Committee and Glenn “GT” Thompson, chair of the House Ag Committee. We’ll learn about Fastline Marketing Group’s foray into farm equipment auctions with the launch of Fastline Auctions. Nutrien Senior Agronomist Mike Howell talks cotton fertility with University of Georgia Extension Agronomist Dr. Glen Harris in this week’s installment of “The Dirt with Nutrien,” and Ray Bohacz discusses fuel system cleaners in this week’s “Bu...2023-04-2057 minNerds & Jesus PodcastNerds & Jesus Podcast2 | What happens to us when we become obsessed with fandoms? w/ Pastor Joe Thompson & Micah ThompsonSend us a textWelcome to the second episode of Mary Howell's podcast Nerds & Jesus. Father and son duo Pastor Joe Thompson and Micah Thompson join to discuss and answer this week's question: "What happens to our brains when we become obsessed with a fandom? Is obsession the right word?" After Mary's discussion with Joe and Micah, stay tuned to the end of the episode to hear the top nerdy news / stories of the week!Support the showNerds & Jesus Online Bi...2023-03-2741 minBeProvided Conservation Radio PodcastBeProvided Conservation Radio PodcastLiving in Harmony with Black Bears with Lori Howell Thompson and Toogee Sielsch Most black bears in the wild will avoid people unless a person gets between a mama bear and her cubs or if the bear feels threatened somehow. It seems over the past couple of decades at least the black bears in South Lake Tahoe, CA are not as afraid of humans as they should. They have learned that humans throw away a lot of food scraps from their homes and businesses. The scraps are placed in easily accessible garbage bins. Some bears have also learned to open windows and doors. This can definitely be a problem for both...2023-02-021h 08Cincinnati\'s Crime Vault | Beyond the BroadcastCincinnati's Crime Vault | Beyond the Broadcast1: Ralph Howell | The Newest Ohio Serial KillerIn November, the Hamilton County Prosecutor announced a break in a 44-year-old cold case - the sexual assault and murder of a Cincinnati college student.  The next three episodes of Cincinnati's Crime Vault will focus on a case we have covered for years. The mysterious case of Cheryl Thompson's death was solved as investigators used new technology on decades-old evidence pointing to Howell. However, police believe Howell is responsible for the deaths of four young women.  In Season two of Cincinnati's Crime Vault Beyond the Broadcast, Investigative Reporter and TV News An...2023-01-1614 minThe LA AGO PodcastThe LA AGO PodcastEpisode 20 (Dr. James Calhoun)The LA AGO Podcast is back - and our first event of 2023 is a Member Recital on Monday, January 16th featuring Dr. James Calhoun playing the largest church organ in the world at First Congregational Church, Los Angeles. Complete details about this Chapter event can be found at LAAGO.org. The recital begins at 8pm and is open to the public.A Los Angeles native, growing up in the Watts area of the city, James currently does "God's Work" through music at Community United Methodist Church in Huntington Beach and University Seventh-Day Adventist Church. He is also...2023-01-1241 minThe Dirt: an eKonomics podKastThe Dirt: an eKonomics podKastNutrien's Sustainability Efforts with Mark ThompsonIn the final episode of our sustainability series, Mike Howell speaks with Nutrien Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer Mark Thompson about food security, climate, environment and how Nutrien keeps sustainability top of mind.   To learn more about the sustainable agriculture visit nutrien-eKonomics.com2022-11-0824 min2 Cents Critic2 Cents Critic#74 - Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs | Directed by Phil Lord and Christopher Miller (with Larry Fried of My Favorite Movie is…)Tune in as Larry Fried (My Favorite Movie is…) hangs out with Arthur for a deep dive into Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs, the 2009 animated movie that was loosely adapted from Judi and Ron Barrett’s 1978 children’s book of the same name. A few of the topics that the hosts chat about include subverting the Manic Pixie Dream Girl stereotype, animating scrumptious-looking food, praising the cast’s top-notch vocal performances, and dreaming of using the FLDSMDFR to solve world hunger. Directed by Phil Lord and Christopher Miller (21 Jump Street), Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs stars Bi...2022-10-052h 132 Cents Critic2 Cents Critic#73 - Thor: Love and Thunder | Directed by Taika Waititi (with Livvy)Tune in as Discord buddy Livvy hangs out with Arthur for a breakdown of Thor: Love and Thunder, the 29th movie in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Overhyped and underwhelming queer rep, whether it was worth it to bring back Jane Foster, and conflicting takes on those screaming goats are just a few of the subjects that get coverage on this episode. Directed by Taika Waititi (Jojo Rabbit), Thor: Love and Thunder stars Chris Hemsworth, Natalie Portman, Christian Bale, Tessa Thompson, Taika Waititi, Russell Crowe, and Jaimie Alexander. Spoilers start at 14:00 Good Word: 2022-09-282h 042 Cents Critic2 Cents Critic#70 - Take a Hint, Dani Brown by Talia Hibbert (with Sarah Thompson)Tune in as BookTokker and Bookstagrammer Sarah Thompson joins in to shower praise on Take a Hint, Dani Brown, the fake-dating contemporary romance novel by Talia Hibbert. This is also the second standalone novel in her Brown Sisters trilogy, with its first book, Get a Life, Chloe Brown, having been the focus of a recent episode. Spunky grandma appreciation, support for emotionally self-aware men, and wrapping up a rom-com with a subversive grand gesture are a few of the subjects that get coverage here. TW: an on-page depiction of an anxiety attack, sexual content, discussion of parental an...2022-09-071h 44Design TimeDesign TimeInterior Designer Tiffany Howell on Using Playlists as Mood Boards, Vintage Britney Music Videos, and Collaborating With Celebrity ClientsInterior designer Tiffany Howell is no stranger to working with big names. She got her start in the music industry, where she produced videos for Britney Spears and Jennifer Lopez. Then in 2016 she launched her design studio, Night Palm, and since then has spun her signature style (think: soulful vintage and lots of glam) into the homes of actress Laura Harrier, basketball player Klay Thompson, and screenwriter-producer Mara Brock Akil, among others. Listen in as we chat about collaborating with celebrity clients, how she makes her musical mood boards, and why she doesn’t follow design trends. ...2022-07-1439 minNew Full Audiobooks in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, SuspenseNew Full Audiobooks in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, SuspenseAll the Dirty Secrets by Aggie Blum ThompsonPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/539892 to listen full audiobooks. Title: All the Dirty Secrets Author: Aggie Blum Thompson Narrator: Josephine Huang, Hillary Huber Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 11 hours 38 minutes Release date: July 12, 2022 Genres: Suspense Publisher's Summary: Set in the upscale DC private school scene, where silence can easily be bought, Aggie Blum Thompson's All the Dirty Secrets asks how far you would go to protect your status and your family, and if some secrets should ever be revealed. One warm summer night twenty-five years ago, Liza Gold and her friends celebrated their high school graduation with a party...2022-07-1205 minThe Alli Worthington ShowThe Alli Worthington ShowHow to Hear from God with Becky ThompsonFriends! You do not want to miss out on this conversation with my friend, Becky Thompson! She is probably best known for her books on motherhood, but recently, she’s ventured in a new direction, spirituality. In her newest book, God So Close, she leans into all things related to the Holy Spirit (and she takes us along with her!). If you’ve ever found yourself asking why God doesn’t speak to you or who exactly is the Holy Spirit, this episode is for you! I hope you’ll be blessed by our conversation. Becky Th...2022-06-0646 minThe LA AGO PodcastThe LA AGO PodcastEpisode 19 (Dr. Linda West Brown)The final event of the LA Chapter's 2021-2022 season is our annual Guild Service on Monday, May 16th at San Marino Community Church. Check the latest Pipeline e-Newsletter or LAAGO.org for details. New Officers and Executive Committee members will be formally installed as we all enjoy a collaborative program featuring Chorale Bel Canto & Friends under the direction of Music Director, Dr. Linda West Brown.In this episode, host Thompson Howell and Linda engage in a lively conversation about her career as both an educator and performer including the moment she knew she wanted to be an...2022-05-0549 minThe LA AGO PodcastThe LA AGO PodcastEpisode 18 (James Casey)St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church in LA's Westwood neighborhood is the site of our next event on Monday, March 14th at 8pm - a Members' Recital featuring the church's Director of Music, Dr. Jeffrey Parola and Organist, James Casey. Complete details can be found at LAAGO.org.This episode features James Casey in a conversation with host Thompson Howell as he shares his journey from tiny Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin to the heart of America's second largest city, Los Angeles. Jim talks about the ways he tries to find balance in his musical life as an organist...2022-03-1354 minThe LA AGO PodcastThe LA AGO PodcastEpisode 17 (Christopher Keady)Our Presidents' Day Organ Festival is back on Monday, February 21st after taking last year off. Our destination for the day is Pasadena. Make your lunch reservations, read artist bios, and get all the details about this year's Festival at the website here.Our guest this time is Christopher Keady, Assistant Director of Music at Grace Cathedral in San Francisco. Chris will be our special out-of-Chapter guest on Presidents' Day and will play the final recital of the day at First Church of Christ, Scientist on its Murray Harris organ.In this episode...2022-02-1247 minThree Points: A Leadership Podcast By People PlaybookThree Points: A Leadership Podcast By People PlaybookThe Great Resignation with Dr. Kim Howell Dr. Kim Howell is a depth psychologist, consultant, and coach. In this episode, she joins Tony to share her three points on “The Great Resignation” including:   1. Why people don't feel seen, heard or amplified  2. Why people are realising work is a relationship 3. And why people are tumbling down the rabbit hole    Check it out!   https://www.podcast.peopleplaybook.co/episodes/kim-howell-the-great-resignation 2022-02-0928 minEveryday Wine with Kris LevyEveryday Wine with Kris LevyEp 22: From Howell Mountain to Coombsville: All Things Napa Valley with Dave Thompson of The Napa Wine ProjectWelcome back to another episode of The Everyday Wine Aficionado Podcast, today let me introduce you to Dave Thompson of The Napa Wine Project.   One of the few individuals with such a complete perspective of the Napa Valley wine scene both from a macro and a micro level, Mr. Thompson operates the Napa Wine Project, a comprehensive and detailed directory of more than 1,100 Napa Valley-based wineries and producers that he has personally visited and extensively written about. He has his finger directly on the pulse of the Napa Valley winery scene. Also an extensive world t...2022-01-2636 minThe LA AGO PodcastThe LA AGO PodcastEpisode 16 (Tyrone Whiting)IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT: Due to the severe outbreak of the SARS-CoV-2 Omicron variant in the Los Angeles area, the leadership of the LA AGO and our guest artist have mutually decided to postpone our January, 2022 events featuring Mr. Tyrone Whiting. This decision has been made to ensure the safety of our guest artist and attendees. Mr. Whiting has been rescheduled to present a masterclass on October 15 and a recital on October 17 of this year. A virtual event is being developed for January. Details will be emailed to all members as soon as they become available. You may...2022-01-0446 minMake It Plain MIP with Rev. Mark ThompsonMake It Plain MIP with Rev. Mark ThompsonJulius Jones is Off Death RowIn 2002, Julius Jones was wrongfully convicted of murdering Paul Howell. Last week, on the day of his scheduled execution for a crime he did not commit, Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt commuted the death sentence just four hours before he was set to die. It is a victory that Julius’s life has been saved, but now the work continues to free him from prison. Pastor Mike McBride, Founder of Live Free USA and the Black Church PAC, played a large part in fighting for Julius’s life alongside other faith leaders, and he walks us back through the racism that led...2021-12-2733 minEvery Rom ComEvery Rom ComEvery Rom Com 26: Love Actually This week on Every Rom Com we’re kicking off our Christmas Rom Com series with one of our funniest episodes yet, as we rank the storylines in “Love Actually” from worst to best. We’ll also talk about writer-director Richard Curtis, the making of the film, and our favorite holiday movies!    0:00-9:12 Introduction, What are your Christmas go-to movies? What Christmas movies do you dislike?   Mainlining Christmas site, mentioned by Cybil: https://www.mainliningchristmas.com/    9:12-24:42 TRAILER, Basic Info, Interesting Facts, General Opinion   https://scre...2021-11-242h 15Make It Plain MIP with Rev. Mark ThompsonMake It Plain MIP with Rev. Mark ThompsonJulius Jones is Off Death RowIn 2002, Julius Jones was wrongfully convicted of murdering Paul Howell. Last week, on the day of his scheduled execution for a crime he did not commit, Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt commuted the death sentence just four hours before he was set to die. It is a victory that Julius’s life has been saved, but now the work continues to free him from prison. Pastor Mike McBride, Founder of Live Free USA and the Black Church PAC, played a large part in fighting for Julius’s life alongside other faith leaders, and he walks us back through the racism that led...2021-11-2233 minThe LA AGO PodcastThe LA AGO PodcastEpisode 15 (Ken Cowan)Our next LA AGO event comes up on Sunday, November 14th at 6pm as we welcome organist Ken Cowan in a recital co-sponsored by St. James' In-the-City Episcopal Church at 3903 Wilshire Blvd. in Los Angeles.Ken's performance will be preceded by a wonderful service of Evensong at 4:30pm. Both events require FREE tickets that can be reserved here.Regarded as one of North America's finest concert organists and praised for his dazzling artistry, impeccable technique, and imaginative programming by audiences and critics alike, Ken Cowan maintains a rigorous performing schedule that takes him to major...2021-11-0148 minThe LA AGO PodcastThe LA AGO PodcastEpisode 14 (Yoojung Chung & Nicholas Galinaitis)The LA AGO Podcast is back as the Chapter begins its 2021-2022 season.We kick things off on Monday, October 18th with a Members' Recital at Westwood United Methodist Church in the bustling Westwood neighborhood of Los Angeles featuring organists Yoojung Chung, Organist at WUMC, Nicholas Galinaitis, Director of Music & Organist at Newport Harbor Lutheran Church in Newport Beach, CA, and LA AGO Podcast host Thompson Howell. This event will be in-person and will also be live-streamed courtesy of the church. For specific details about this event including information on Covid-19 guidelines that will be...2021-10-0355 minBefore the BidBefore the BidThe Revolution  Ever wanted to listen to a group of highly knowledgeable cattle enthusiasts talk about some really awesome cattle?  Then definitely don't miss this episode as we talk with Neal Thompson, Jared Bain and Kent McCune about the multi-consignor phone bid off sale they have going from September 24th until October 4th! 2021-09-231h 00Before the BidBefore the BidThe Revolution  Ever wanted to listen to a group of highly knowledgeable cattle enthusiasts talk about some really awesome cattle?  Then definitely don't miss this episode as we talk with Neal Thompson, Jared Bain and Kent McCune about the multi-consignor phone bid off sale they have going from September 24th until October 4th! 2021-09-231h 002 Cents Critic2 Cents Critic#25 - Cruella | Directed by Craig GillespieTune in for Arthur’s review of Cruella, the 2021 Disney prequel that wants to be Joker, The Devil Wears Prada, Maleficent, Ocean’s 11, and a sprinkling of M. Night Shyamalan’s Split for kicks. A diatribe about Paddington 2 losing its 100% score on Rotten Tomatoes, befuddlement over dog murder of more than one kind, and a rundown of the numerous times when Disney has bragged about their first openly gay characters are included. Directed by Craig Gillespie (I, Tonya), Cruella stars Emma Stone, the great Emma Thompson, Joel Fry, Paul Walter Hauser, Emily Beecham, Kirby Howell...2021-09-221h 14The LA AGO PodcastThe LA AGO PodcastEpisode 13 (Dr. Frederick Swann: Celebrating 90 Years)July 30, 2021 is the 90th birthday of American organ icon Dr. Frederick Swann who joined the American Guild of Organists at age 15 and was its president from 2002-2008.This year marks not only Fred's 90th birthday but his 80th year of being a church organist and his 20th year as Artist-in-Residence at St. Margaret's Episcopal Church in Palm Desert, California.Not one to seek the limelight or draw attention to himself, Fred spent most of his career in several very high profile positions that he says he never even applied for. He was simply in the...2021-07-3047 minThe LA AGO PodcastThe LA AGO PodcastEpisode 12 (Christ Cathedral Organ Scholars)The LA AGO Podcast celebrates its one year anniversary this month! Can you believe it? Enjoy the fun cold open to this episode to mark this milestone...and thank you for listening to and supporting the podcast!Episode 12 also features another first: More than one guest! Andre Lombardi, Ethan Chow, and Hubert Tran are the current Organ Scholars at Christ Cathedral in Garden Grove, California. They join host Thompson Howell to mark the July 1st start of the American Guild of Organists' "Year of the Young Organist" during which many special events and initiatives geared toward young...2021-07-0239 minThe LA AGO PodcastThe LA AGO PodcastEpisode 11 (Cherry Rhodes)The incomparable Cherry Rhodes is Thompson's guest on this episode of The LA AGO Podcast. A world renowned concert organist and teacher, Ms. Rhodes is Adjunct Professor of Organ at the University of Southern California's Thornton School of Music.With her infectious laugh and sense of humor, Cherry reveals how the organ was not her first love; fondly remembers growing up in a house full of pianists and being exposed at an early age to music of all kinds; recounts the influence of "Pa," her piano technician stepfather and how he bought the first organ she learned...2021-06-051h 41Epic Sessions By Frank HowellEpic Sessions By Frank HowellEpic Sessions EP. 22Epic Sessions By Frank Howell Official Podcast. Podcast with the most powerful tracks of the best DJ's Like: STUBBVRN, Charlotte de Witte, Ben Nicky many more!! Tracklist: Melodysheep - In the Blink of an Eye Extra Terra - Blockchain STUBBVRN - The Clock Chukiess & Whackboi - 5AM in KL Steve Aoki - Pika Pika Dada Life - Rumble Slow Dash Berlin - Firefly Anxious - Savior Sunministers - Resilience Husman - Ninja ang - Heart Of A Champion Alex Leavon - Odyssey Corti Organ - Legendary Dan Thompson - Sonorous Armin van Buuren - Turn The World Into A Dancefloor ...2021-05-091h 35The LA AGO PodcastThe LA AGO PodcastEpisode 10 (Dr. Jeffrey Parola)The LA AGO's season of events comes to a close on Monday, May 24th at 7pm with our annual Guild Service in which we celebrate another year of fellowship and fine performances. This year's service will be broadcast virtually at St. Thomas the Apostle, Hollywood (Episcopal) and hosted by the parish's Rector, The Rev. Canon Ian Elliott Davies, and Organist & Master of the Music, Dr. Jeffrey Parola. As with all of our events, the Guild Service will be streamed live via the LA AGO YouTube channel and Facebook page (links below).In this episode, Jeffrey shares with...2021-05-081h 00Sounds from The SanctuarySounds from The SanctuaryEPISODE #13SOUNDS FROM THE SANCTUARY: INTERVIEW WITH A RENAISSANCE MANEpisode No. 13: Renaissance Man Thompson Howell Renaissance man Thompson Howell joins us on Sounds from the Sanctuary to discuss...2021-04-1159 minThe LA AGO PodcastThe LA AGO PodcastEpisode 9 (In Memoriam: Dr. Namhee Han - Organ Music From The Heart)In Memoriam: Namhee Han - Organ Music From The HeartEpisode 9 of The LA AGO Podcast is a special one in memory of the late Dr. Namhee Han who passed away on March 27, 2020. Run time is 1 hour, 54 minutes.Listen at LAAGO.org...or wherever you get your podcasts.LINKS:View or download the Program for this episode here.The obituary for Dr. Han published by The American Organist magazine in July, 2020 is here."Echoes In Memoriam," the virtual organ Facebook tribute curated by Dr. Stanley Harris, is here."...2021-03-301h 54The LA AGO PodcastThe LA AGO PodcastEpisode 8 (David Ball)We're rolling through 2021...and our next online virtual concert comes up at 7pm on Monday, March 22nd streamed live via the LA AGO YouTube channel and Facebook page. David Ball, Organist & Acting Director of Music at Christ Cathedral in Garden Grove, CA will be performing from St. Edmund's Episcopal Church in San Marino on its Aeolian Skinner/Rosales organ.David's effervescent personality and the joy he derives from his work clearly shine through in this episode. Host Thompson Howell also introduces a fun new segment!David chats with Thompson about his early years in St...2021-03-0640 minThe LA AGO PodcastThe LA AGO PodcastEpisode 7 (John West)It's lucky Episode #7...our longest conversation with a guest to date - and boy, do we cover a lot of ground!February is Black History Month and our guest this time is the inimitable John West, Music/Choral Director & Organist at Hollywood United Methodist Church in Los Angeles. Host Thompson Howell refers to John as a "multi-talented poly-hyphenate" due to the breadth and variety of John's career as an organist, composer, teacher, and studio session singer for Film and TV.John shares his thoughts on the past year and how he focuses most on the...2021-02-081h 09The LA AGO PodcastThe LA AGO PodcastEpisode 6 (Dr. Emma Whitten)The LA AGO Podcast is back with its first episode of 2021!Our first guest of the new year is Dr. Emma Whitten who will be playing for our next virtual event on Monday, January 18th at 7pm from Hollywood United Methodist Church with its grand 1929 Casavant organ. As with all our programs, this event will be streamed live via the LA AGO YouTube channel and Facebook page (links below). Emma shares with host Thompson Howell her reflections on the past year with its challenges and opportunities; her formative years in the Knoxville, Tennessee area; how...2021-01-0431 minTHE LIQUIDATORTHE LIQUIDATORTHE GARRY THOMPSON EPISODE; FAREWELL SLAV?Another defeat for the  Baggies - this time against Newcastle - has left Head Coach Slaven Bilic in a perilous position.  Adrian and Chris decide, reluctantly, that's time for Slav to go.Plus former Baggies striker Garry Thompson shares memories of his all too brief Albion career in the mid 80's.  His biography with Bill Howell, Don't Believe A Word, is out now.Presented by Adrian Goldberg and Chris Lepkoswki.Produced by Adrian Goldberg.SPONSORED BY PUG MUG MARKETING Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-12-1439 min