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Continuing the Conversation with Grant & Laurel FishbookS2, E23, Live with Grant & Laurel: Holidays, LGBTQ+ community, OCD & dealing with unworthinessSend us a textJoined by our host, Jared Bulman, Grant & Laurel discuss dealing with the holiday stress & tough family members, Christ The King & the LGBTQ+ community, Obsessive Cleanliness Disorder & much more. If you'd like to listen to this conversation, check out the audio version at podcast.ctk.church or wherever you listen to podcasts.We'd love to hear from you! If you'd like to send any encouragement, questions, or feedback about this episode to Grant & Laurel, please email us at live@jesus.net
2025-11-1453 min
The Spin Nation Podcast: Decoding Canadian PerspectivesAlberta Separatism: Is it hype or a real threat to Canadian national unity?Send us a textExplore the complexities of Alberta Separatism and its implications for Canadian politics in this episode of The Spin Nation Podcast. With special guest, Kim King of King Strategies, we delve into what is behind the growing discussion of Alberta independence, and what is driving the discontent among many Albertans. We have data, we have insight and we have on the ground context for what is sure to be an eye opening exploration.
2025-10-2225 minContinuing the Conversation with Grant & Laurel FishbookS2, Episode 22: Ministry, Money, Anger & The Struggle to Stay FaithfulSend us a textJoined by our host, Jared Bulman, Grant & Laurel discuss being paid to work in ministry, how to navigate anger in a Godly way, dealing with difficult people, abuse & much more. If you'd like to listen to this conversation, check out the audio version at podcast.ctk.church or wherever you listen to podcasts.We'd love to hear from you! If you'd like to send any encouragement, questions, or feedback about this episode to Grant & Laurel, please email us at live@jesus.net
2025-10-1047 minContinuing the Conversation with Grant & Laurel FishbookS2, Episode 21: Finding God In The Struggle - Navigating silence, pain & disappointment while trusting GodSend us a textJoined by our host, Jared Bulman, Grant & Laurel discuss depression, praying & having faith through pain, navigating an abusive spouse, relationships & much more. If you'd like to listen to this conversation, check out the audio version at podcast.ctk.church or wherever you listen to podcasts.We'd love to hear from you! If you'd like to send any encouragement, questions, or feedback about this episode to Grant & Laurel, please email us at live@jesus.netSpecial Thanks to:
2025-09-121h 02Continuing the Conversation with Grant & Laurel FishbookS2, Episode 20: Wrestling with Faith: Real Questions & Honest ResponsesSend us a textJoined by our host, Jared Bulman, Grant & Laurel open up about how to navigate suicidal ideation, dealing with heartbreak & violence, living a christian life & much more. If you'd like to listen to this conversation, check out the audio version at podcast.ctk.church or wherever you listen to podcasts.We'd love to hear from you! If you'd like to send any encouragement, questions, or feedback about this episode to Grant & Laurel, please email us at live@jesus.netSpecial Thanks to:Audio Production:Jared Bulman
2025-08-151h 00Continuing the Conversation with Grant & Laurel FishbookS2, Episode 19: Grounded Faith in a Noisy World & Navigating SubmissionSend us a textJoined by our host, Jared Bulman, Grant & Laurel open up about how to stay spiritually grounded in a world full of noise, navigating submission and trust, and build a legacy of faith amidst modern-day pressures. If you'd like to listen to this conversation, check out the audio version at podcast.ctk.church or wherever you listen to podcasts.We'd love to hear from you! If you'd like to send any encouragement, questions, or feedback about this episode to Grant & Laurel, please email us at live@jesus.netWe'd love...
2025-07-1149 minContinuing the Conversation with Grant & Laurel FishbookS2, Episode 18: Signs That We Need Help, Loving Ourselves & Navigating Dark SeasonsSend us a textIn this episode of Continuing the Conversation, we're back and ready to respond to questions from listeners just like you!Joined by our host, Jared Bulman, Grant & Laurel discuss how we can recognize the internal signs that we need help, navigating through dark seasons & how we can better love ourselves. If you'd like to listen to this conversation, check out the audio version at podcast.ctk.church or wherever you listen to podcasts.We'd love to hear from...
2025-06-1354 minContinuing the Conversation with Grant & Laurel FishbookS2, Episode 17: Growing Spiritually Together in Love, Conflict, Commitment & moreSend us a textIn this episode of Continuing the Conversation, we're back and ready to respond to questions from listeners just like you!Joined by our host, Jared Bulman, Grant & Laurel discuss growing spiritually together in love, conflict, and commitment. If you'd like to listen to this conversation, check out the audio version at podcast.ctk.church or wherever you listen to podcasts.We'd love to hear from you! If you'd like to send any encouragement, questions, or feedback about this...
2025-05-0952 minContinuing the Conversation with Grant & Laurel FishbookS2 E16: Grant & Laurel discuss navigating church, loving difficult people & balancing spiritual and emotional healthSend us a textIn this new episode of Continuing the Conversation, we're back and ready to respond to questions from listeners just like you!Joined by our host, Jared Bulman, Grant & Laurel discuss navigating church, loving difficult people & balancing spiritual and emotional health. If you'd like to listen to this conversation, check out the audio version at podcast.ctk.church or wherever you listen to podcasts.We'd love to hear from you! If you'd like to send any encouragement, questions, or...
2025-04-1156 minContinuing the Conversation with Grant & Laurel FishbookS2, Episode 15: Grant & Laurel dive into biblical parenting, finding purpose, politics vs. Faith & much moreSend us a textIn this brand new episode of Continuing the Conversation, we're back, live, and ready to respond to questions from listeners just like you!Joined by our host, Jared Bulman, we unpack biblical parenting, politics vs. faith, singleness & so much more. If you'd like to listen to this conversation, check out the audio version at podcast.ctk.church or wherever you listen to podcasts.We'd love to hear from you! If you'd like to send any encouragement, questions, or...
2025-03-1457 minContinuing the Conversation with Grant & Laurel FishbookS2, Episode 14: Grant & Laurel open up about their faith through health challenges, healthy marital fights & the church landscapeSend us a textIn this brand new episode of Continuing the Conversation, we're back, live, and ready to respond to questions from listeners just like you!Joined by our host, Jared Bulman, we unpack how Grant & Laurel are having faith through the hurt, how to have healthy marital fights, true repentance & so much more. If you'd like to listen to this conversation, check out the audio version at podcast.ctk.church or wherever you listen to podcasts.We'd love to hear...
2025-02-1454 minContinuing the Conversation with Grant & Laurel FishbookS2, Episode 13, Live with Grant & Laurel: Affairs, family dynamics, handling our emotions & moreSend us a textIn this brand new episode of Continuing the Conversation, we're back, live, and ready to respond to questions from listeners just like you!Joined by our host, Jared Bulman, we unpack affairs, family dynamics, handling our emotions & so much more. If you'd like to listen to this conversation, check out the audio version at podcast.ctk.church or wherever you listen to podcasts.We'd love to hear from you! If you'd like to send any encouragement, questions, or...
2025-01-1747 min
Sleep and Sorcery | Folklore & Fantasy-Inspired Sleep StoriesTales from a Covenshire Christmas | Winter Solstice Sleep StoryLose yourself in the folklore of the land in tonight’s bedtime story.
In tonight’s story, after inheriting a historic estate from an eccentric uncle, you host your first gathering at the country house for Winter Solstice. You celebrate with your new friends and community members, some of whom stay to help you tidy up at the end of the evening. Once the house is back to rights, you wind down by the fire; naturally, someone starts telling stories. As tall, but true tales unfold, you begin to recognize patterns in the sometimes magical or supernatural occu...
2024-12-1956 minSleep and Sorcery | Folklore & Fantasy-Inspired Sleep StoriesTales from a Covenshire Christmas | Winter Solstice Sleep StoryLose yourself in the folklore of the land in tonight’s bedtime story.
In tonight’s story, after inheriting a historic estate from an eccentric uncle, you host your first gathering at the country house for Winter Solstice. You celebrate with your new friends and community members, some of whom stay to help you tidy up at the end of the evening. Once the house is back to rights, you wind down by the fire; naturally, someone starts telling stories. As tall, but true tales unfold, you begin to recognize patterns in the sometimes magical or supernatural occu...
2024-12-1956 min
Bossed Too Hard14. Building Wealth with Dr. King McCray: Mastering Money & EntrepreneurshipIn this game-changing episode of the Boss Too Hard Podcast, we sit down with Dr. King McCray, Ph.D., aka the Financial Doctor, to uncover the secrets of financial mastery for entrepreneurs. From navigating the highs and lows of business ownership to implementing actionable tax strategies that could save you thousands, Dr. King brings his expertise and transparency to help you level up.We dive into:- The three currencies of life and how to leverage them.- Key strategies to legally save $70K+ in taxes.- Why money is just a tool—and how to...
2024-12-1044 minContinuing the Conversation with Grant & Laurel FishbookS2, Episode 12, Live with Grant & Laurel: Dating, church hurt, consequences of sin & finding purposeSend us a textIn this new episode of Continuing the Conversation, we're back, live, and ready to respond to questions from listeners just like you!Joined by our host, Jared Bulman, we unpack dating as a christian, choosing a church, consequences of sin, finding your purpose & more. If you'd like to listen to this conversation, check out the audio version at podcast.ctk.church or wherever you listen to podcasts.We'd love to hear from you! If you'd like to send...
2024-12-0650 minContinuing the Conversation with Grant & Laurel FishbookS2, Episode 11, Live with Grant & Laurel: Sex, encouraging unbelievers, staying faithful to God & moreSend us a textIn this new episode of Continuing the Conversation, we're back, live, and ready to respond to questions from listeners just like you!Joined by our host, Jared Bulman, we unpack sex, encouraging unbelievers, staying faithful to God & more. If you'd like to listen to this conversation, check out the audio version at podcast.ctk.church or wherever you listen to podcasts.We'd love to hear from you! If you'd like to send any encouragement, questions, or feedback about...
2024-11-1553 minContinuing the Conversation with Grant & Laurel FishbookS2, Episode 10, Live with Grant & Laurel: Overcoming fear, victim mentality, Jesus vs. politics and moreSend us a textIn this brand new episode of Continuing the Conversation, we're back, live, ready to respond to questions from listeners just like you!Joined by our host, Jared Bulman, we unpack overcoming fear, Jesus vs. politics, forgiveness & more. If you'd like to listen to this conversation, check out the audio version at podcast.ctk.church or wherever you listen to podcasts.We'd love to hear from you! If you'd like to send any encouragement, questions, or feedback about this...
2024-10-1140 minContinuing the Conversation with Grant & Laurel FishbookS2, Episode 9, Live with Grant & Laurel: Enhancing our faith, listening to our heart, God’s timing & moreSend us a textIn this brand new episode of Continuing the Conversation, we're back with a brand new format – live questions & responses from listeners just like you!Joined by our host, Jared Bulman, we unpack enhancing our faith, listening to our heart, God’s timing, therapy & more. If you'd like to listen to this conversation, check out the audio version at podcast.ctk.church or wherever you listen to podcasts.We'd love to hear from you! If you'd like to send any...
2024-09-2044 minContinuing the Conversation with Grant & Laurel FishbookS2, Episode 8, Live with Grant & Laurel: Being confident in the Lord, singleness, idols & moreSend us a textIn this brand new episode of Continuing the Conversation, we're back with a brand new format – live questions & responses from listeners just like you!Joined by our host, Jared Bulman, we unpack having confidence in the Lord, singleness, idols and encouraging those far from God. If you'd like to listen to this conversation, check out the audio version at podcast.ctk.church or wherever you listen to podcasts.We'd love to hear from you! If you'd like to se...
2024-08-1650 minContinuing the Conversation with Grant & Laurel FishbookS2, Episode 7, Live with Grant & Laurel: Marital finances, prayer, emotional affairs, end times & moreSend us a textIn this brand new episode of Continuing the Conversation, we're back with a brand new format – live questions & responses from listeners just like you!Joined by our host, Jared Bulman, we unpack marital finances, prayer, emotional affairs, end times & more. If you'd like to listen to this conversation, check out the audio version at podcast.ctk.church or wherever you listen to podcasts.We'd love to hear from you! If you'd like to send any encouragement, questions, or fe...
2024-07-1248 minContinuing the Conversation with Grant & Laurel FishbookS2, Episode 6, Live with Grant & Laurel: Relationships, healthy conflict, burdens, and imposter syndromeSend us a textIn this brand new episode of Continuing the Conversation, we're back with a brand new format – live questions & responses from listeners just like you!Joined by our host, Jared Bulman, we unpack relationships, how to have healthy conflicts, living with burdens, imposter syndrome & more. If you'd like to listen to this conversation, check out the audio version at podcast.ctk.church or wherever you listen to podcasts.We'd love to hear from you! If you'd like to send any encouragement, qu...
2024-06-1444 min
Wine Behind The ScenesHow to Manage a Crown, Grapes, and a PhD: A Life in WineGet ready for an adventure as we travel through the world of grapes with Debbie Inglis! From being crowned Ontario's Grape King to spearheading research at Brock University, Debbie's passion and expertise in viticulture are unmatched. Her energy and dedication to the wine industry will inspire you. In this episode, you will be able to: Hear about her journey from being a grape kid to becoming the Director of the Cool Climate Oenology and Viticulture Institute at Brock University. Understand why her passion for the Ontario grape and wine industry shines through in her work and in...
2024-06-1231 minContinuing the Conversation with Grant & Laurel FishbookS2, Episode 5: Live with Grant & Laurel: Being pastors, manifestation, discipline, spiritual gifts & moreSend us a textIn this brand new episode of Continuing the Conversation, we're back with a brand new format – live questions & responses from listeners just like you!Joined by our host, Jared Bulman, we unpack the challenges of being pastors, manifestation, discipline, spiritual gifts & more. If you'd like to listen to this conversation, check out the audio version at podcast.ctk.church or wherever you listen to podcasts.We'd love to hear from you! If you'd like to send any encouragement, questions, or fe...
2024-05-1744 min
Sleep and Sorcery | Folklore & Fantasy-Inspired Sleep StoriesThe King's MagePlumb the elements of magic in tonight’s high fantasy bedtime story. In tonight’s story, you are the mage and most trusted advisor to the king regent. On the day of an auspicious festival, a subject of the kingdom seeks audience with you, hoping to learn some of your magic to heal her village. You hear the lady’s plea, learning more from her than you might have expected, and imparting some magical wisdom of your own. As if in repayment for your kindness, you are then granted a vision of the kingdom’s future. This s...
2024-05-0746 minSleep and Sorcery | Folklore & Fantasy-Inspired Sleep StoriesThe King's MagePlumb the elements of magic in tonight’s high fantasy bedtime story. In tonight’s story, you are the mage and most trusted advisor to the king regent. On the day of an auspicious festival, a subject of the kingdom seeks audience with you, hoping to learn some of your magic to heal her village. You hear the lady’s plea, learning more from her than you might have expected, and imparting some magical wisdom of your own. As if in repayment for your kindness, you are then granted a vision of the kingdom’s future. This s...
2024-05-0746 min
Jane Austen Culture NightEp.10 - Raymour and Flannigan (Northanger Abbey)Catherine journey’s to Northanger Abbey where she finds disappointingly normal decore. Henry tells tales tall tales and Catherine gets freaked out by pieces of furniture. We do some horse math and talk about the “Moonie travel network”
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2024-04-241h 08Continuing the Conversation with Grant & Laurel FishbookS2, Episode 4, Live with Grant & Laurel: Turning Faith into action, setting boundaries, and guiltSend us a textIn this brand new episode of Continuing the Conversation, we're back with a brand new format – live questions & responses from listeners just like you!Joined by our host, Jared Bulman, we unpack turning faith into action, setting boundaries, guilt and so much more in this incredible conversation.If you'd like to listen to this conversation, check out the audio version at podcast.ctk.church or wherever you listen to podcasts.We'd lo...
2024-04-1245 minContinuing the Conversation with Grant & Laurel FishbookS2, Episode 3, Live with Grant & Laurel: Trauma, Lord Vs. Savior, Intentionality, and God’s plansSend us a textIn this brand new episode of Continuing the Conversation, we're back with a brand new format – live questions & responses from listeners just like you!Joined by our host, Jared Bulman, we unpack trauma, intentionality, Lord Vs. Savior, and so much more in this incredible conversation.If you'd like to listen to this conversation, check out the audio version at podcast.ctk.church or wherever you listen to podcasts.We'd love to hear from you! If you'd like to send any encouragement, questions, or feedback about this episode to...
2024-03-1543 min
Alchemy of InnovationRegulations and Artificial Intelligence; societies shields and protection, Lord Vishnu, King Arthur and Achilles Shield. 007Shields are how society protects itself - we use Aegis (an ancient shield but today a term for protection of the collective) and enforce regulations, codes and compliance. King Arthurs shield is Pridwen, and Zeus passed a shield to Artemis. Lord Krishna (Vishnu) gave Arjuna a shield and we focus on model cards on the Blockchain to protect us from wayward artificial intelligence. The Iliad has one of the most comprehensive descriptions of a shield ever. We have nutrition cards, pharmaceutical product descriptions and electronics datasheets - just like Facebook/Meta and Google publish system cards for AI.
2024-03-0822 minContinuing the Conversation with Grant & Laurel FishbookS2, E2 | Live with Grant & Laurel: Gossip, Being Equally Yoked, Depression & BurnoutSend us a textIn this brand new episode of Continuing the Conversation, we're back with live questions & responses from listeners just like you!Joined by our host, Jared Bulman, we unpack gossip, depression, burnout and so much more in this incredible conversation.New: If you'd like to watch this conversation from the studio, visit our YouTube channel.We'd love to hear from you! If you'd like to send any encouragement, questions, or feedback about this episode to Grant & Laurel, please e-mail us at podcast@ctk.church.
2024-02-1649 minContinuing the Conversation with Grant & Laurel FishbookS2, E1 | Live with Grant & Laurel: Mental Health, Salvation & Walking with GodSend us a textIn this brand new season of Continuing the Conversation, we're back with a brand new format – live questions & responses from listeners just like you!Joined by our host, Jared Bulman, we unpack mental health, salvation, prayer and so much more in this incredible conversation.New: If you'd like to watch this conversation from the studio, visit our YouTube channel.We'd love to hear from you! If you'd like to send any encouragement, questions, or feedback about this episode to Grant & Laurel, please e-mail us at pod...
2024-01-1846 min
Sleep and Sorcery | Folklore & Fantasy-Inspired Sleep StoriesThe Heir ApparentRoam the streets of the king’s festival in tonight’s medieval fantasy-inspired bedtime story. In tonight’s story, you are the child of the king regent in a prosperous kingdom. Your father is holding a magnificent festival, at which he plans to announce your accession to the throne. Tired of the pomp and circumstance of courtly life and intrigued by the revelry outside the castle, you disguise yourself as a commoner to move unnoticed among the crowds. While exploring the streets, you meet the ordinary people your kingdom serves, awakening your sense of authenticity and wh...
2023-12-201h 10Sleep and Sorcery | Folklore & Fantasy-Inspired Sleep StoriesThe Heir ApparentRoam the streets of the king’s festival in tonight’s medieval fantasy-inspired bedtime story. In tonight’s story, you are the child of the king regent in a prosperous kingdom. Your father is holding a magnificent festival, at which he plans to announce your accession to the throne. Tired of the pomp and circumstance of courtly life and intrigued by the revelry outside the castle, you disguise yourself as a commoner to move unnoticed among the crowds. While exploring the streets, you meet the ordinary people your kingdom serves, awakening your sense of authenticity and wh...
2023-12-201h 10
Sleep and Sorcery | Folklore & Fantasy-Inspired Sleep StoriesThe Forging of ExcaliburForge a legendary sword and weave the threads of history in tonight’s Arthurian sleep story. In tonight’s story, you witness the creation of a powerful sword meant for the new high king of Britain. You oversee its forging, discover its name, and imagine the kind of king who will wield it. You create a magical scabbard, woven with protective enchantments. At last, you meet the king destined to hold Excalibur: Arthur. If you’re still awake as the story ends, I’ll guide you through a relaxing visualization and sleep co...
2023-09-2059 minSleep and Sorcery | Folklore & Fantasy-Inspired Sleep StoriesThe Forging of ExcaliburForge a legendary sword and weave the threads of history in tonight’s Arthurian sleep story. In tonight’s story, you witness the creation of a powerful sword meant for the new high king of Britain. You oversee its forging, discover its name, and imagine the kind of king who will wield it. You create a magical scabbard, woven with protective enchantments. At last, you meet the king destined to hold Excalibur: Arthur. If you’re still awake as the story ends, I’ll guide you through a relaxing visualization and sleep co...
2023-09-2059 min
Conversations on Dance(357) Christine Cox and Laurel Winton, LIVE from the Vail Dance FestivalBallet X has been a Festival favorite for over a decade, while Dance Aspen had its splashy debut just last year. This live recording of the ‘Conversations On Dance’ podcast will welcome the artistic directors of these respective companies, Christine Cox and Laurel Winton, to talk about their visions and missions for their organizations and why performing at the Vail Dance Festival is such a coveted experience for their dancers.This episode was recorded live on August 4th, 2023 at the Manor Vail Lodge. Conversations on Dance at the Vail Dance Festival is generously underwritten by the Town...
2023-08-0452 minContinuing the Conversation with Grant & Laurel Fishbook30 | Looking Back: Many Voices, One Story – Season Wrap-UpSend us a textIn this special episode, Grant & Laurel wrap up our season by looking back on some of the incredible conversations we've had together!There are so many moments we've loved sharing with you – from grief to joy and everything in between, you'll love this reflection on the greater story being told through each of our voices.This was also our first-ever video episode, and you can watch the whole conversation at youtube.com/ctkbellingham.Your voice matters, friends – we can't wait to see what the next season has in st...
2023-07-141h 10
Lure of the LakeLaurel Cayton-Seheult - It's Not The Destination, It's The Ride That Matters!"I love talking to business owners who start a business that aligns perfectly with their interests, lifestyle and passion, all while providing a great product & service to their customers. And that is exactly what today’s guest has done! Laurel Cayton-Seheult is the owner of the brand new "Ride Oconee". We’ll be talking about this super cool business that is built on having fun! We’ve always heard that “it’s not the destination that matters, it’s the ride.” Well, that is absolutely the case with Ride Oconee! And they cover it all, land and water!
2023-07-1446 min
How She Went GlobalBecoming the Best in the World at Independent Validation and Verification (with Valarie King-Bailey of OnShore Technology Group)Seasoned engineer, market and technology executive Valarie King-Bailey is founder and CEO of Chicago-based OnShore Technology Group, an independent consultancy specializing in validation and verification services and solutions in the life sciences industry. In this episode, King-Bailey discusses the experiences that became game changers for her business, her customer base, the sectors in which she operates, and how OnShore tracks progress.
2023-07-1434 minContinuing the Conversation with Grant & Laurel Fishbook27 | "How Do I Know It's You, God?" (Part 2) with Emily Jamieson & Kramer PayneSend us a textWelcome to today's conversation! In Part 2 of this conversation, we're diving deeper into a question that so many of us have asked: "How do I know if it's you, God?" We're talking about healing, faith, and the posture of our heart.Joining us today are two amazing friends – Emily Jamieson and Kramer Payne. Emily is a speaker & life coach who helps people deepen their prayer life and connect with God. Kramer believes passionately that everyone should have the opportunity to experience a transformative relationship with Jesus.Throughout the conversation, Em...
2023-04-1241 min
Documentary Storytellers05 - Laurel Chor - Documentary photographer, filmmaker, and journalistThis episode and features Laurel Chor – a documentary photographer, filmmaker, and journalist who is exploring a range of different topics – from manta ray conservation to the war in the Ukraine, using a variety of media.
We explore the biases we as individuals have that influence how we explore the stories we document through documentary photography and filmmaking, but also the value of our own unique experiences and perspective. We talk about the challenges Laurel has experienced being a woman of colour, the need for self-care to ensure we’re able to continue to document the issues we care a...
2023-04-121h 15Continuing the Conversation with Grant & Laurel Fishbook25 | Breaking Free: Finding Something You Can’t See with Ryan & Miles ErvinSend us a textWe dove headfirst into this conversation on freedom with our good friends Ryan & Miles Ervin! As brothers, Miles shared a special journey toward recovery with Ryan – you'll love hearing their candid perspective and incredible story of transformation.God has used their story to inspire so much change in the lives of others, and we know that you will be so blessed by it too! --- We'd love to hear from you! If you'd like to send any encouragement, questions, or feedback about this episode to Grant & Laur...
2023-01-1555 min
The Midnight Myth Podcast(Bonus) The Wheel of Ka: The Shining | Trauma, Ghosts, and BoozeFellow travelers on the path of the Beam, Wheel of Ka is back! On this episode Derek and Steve go to Colorado to the Overlook Hotel with Jack, Wendy and of course, little Danny Torrence. Yes my friends, this is the Wheel of Ka episode on Stephen King’s The Shining. One of his first books, it helped put King on the map as one of America’s greatest novelists. But what is this book about? How does it relate to King’s masterpiece, The Dark Tower? Is the Shining and the Touch the same? Listen as we break it dow...
2023-01-131h 22Continuing the Conversation with Grant & Laurel Fishbook24 | Joy Within Your Reach with Mike BlackSend us a textWe were so blessed by our conversation on grief with our good friend Mike Black that we brought him back just in time for the holidays to talk about JOY! In this conversation, we're talking about whether joy is a choice, what it means to find it in difficult seasons, and why it is always within your reach.You will be so encouraged by Mike's wisdom, perspective and optimism – we hope you get a little bit of joy from listening today!We'd love to hear fro...
2022-12-0255 min
Body Language: A Field GuideField Notes: The Woman King and Indianapolis Symphonic OrchestraThis week I share some of my field notes on The Woman King and the Indianapolis Symphonic Orchestra's performance of a Brahms concerto. Then I get a little pissy about racial inequality in the arts. Enjoy.Join the FB group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/652063172486546Support the show here:patreon.com/fieldguidetobodylanguage
2022-10-2530 minContinuing the Conversation with Grant & Laurel Fishbook22 | I Would Have Done It Differently: Grace Beyond the Abortion DecisionSend us a textFew topics carry as much weight as ones about life itself. In this refreshingly practical conversation, we ask the hard questions to three friends with unique perspectives on life beyond the abortion decision.Over the years, we’ve heard so many people say “I would have done it differently” – if only they had known there was another way. You’ll gain insight from Sherrie’s experience as pregnancy clinic director, Norm’s journey toward healing, and Katie’s passion for adoption. As a faith community, we’re learning how to move beyond our...
2022-09-241h 12
Blue Chip Academy - Presented by L.I.G. Sports GroupLaurel Springs School, The Top Education Option for the Elite Athlete, Laurel Springs Athlete Manager, Alex Proctor.If you're an elite athlete looking for the best education and career development options, Laurel Springs School is the perfect choice. Their mastery level approach and unique program offers top-tier academics and world-class support to ensure goals and plans are supported. In this interview with Alex Proctor, the School's athlete manager we discuss how Laurel Springs can help you achieve your dreams both on and off the field or court.Laurel Springs School Laurel Springs School is a private, accredited, online, k-12 school prioritizing an education that works with the lifestyle and training schedule of th...
2022-09-131h 10The Midnight Myth Podcast(Bonus) The Wheel of Ka: The Stand Pt 2 | My Life For YouFellow travelers on the path of the Beam, Derek and Steve are back after a very very very long break having finally finished the Stephen King masterpiece, The Stand. As one of the King's books closest to The Dark Tower, say thank ya, The Stand offers a wealth of references, intertextual links to other King works, and a treasure trove of thoughts, reflections, and analysis. Derek and Steve pick up after part one, Rome Falls, and talk about the book after the super flu all but wipes out the human race. Derek and Steve offer their thoughts on this...
2022-08-251h 27
Conversations on Dance(302) DanceAspen's Laurel Winton and Kaya Wolsey, LIVE from Vail Dance FestivalVail Dance Festival is thrilled to welcome Dance Aspen in its inaugural season. Artistic Director Laurel Winton joins the ‘Conversations On Dance’ podcast in a discussion about Colorado’s newest dance company, and how dancers and director alike will seek to implement the company’s artistic goals and identity. Please note: ‘Conversations On Dance’ co-host, Rebecca King […] The post (302) DanceAspen’s Laurel Winton and Kaya Wolsey, LIVE from Vail Dance Festival appeared first on tendusunderapalmtree.com.
2022-08-1752 minConversations on Dance(302) DanceAspen’s Laurel Winton and Kaya Wolsey, LIVE from Vail Dance FestivalVail Dance Festival is thrilled to welcome Dance Aspen in its inaugural season. Artistic Director Laurel Winton joins the ‘Conversations On Dance’ podcast in a discussion about Colorado’s newest dance company, and how dancers and director alike will seek to implement the company’s artistic goals and identity. Please note: ‘Conversations On Dance’ co-host, Rebecca King Ferraro, will be on maternity leave this summer. These live events will be hosted by Michael Sean Breeden with special guest hosts throughout the festival.This episode was recorded on August 6, 2022.Special thanks to the Town of Vail for th...
2022-08-1752 min
Continuing the Conversation with Grant & Laurel Fishbook21 | LIVE On Stage: A Candid Conversation With 4 Brave FriendsSend us a textWe’re back with an incredibly special episode, recorded live on stage at Christ the King Church, where Grant serves as the lead teaching pastor! With no advance preparation, we shared a couch with four brave friends of ours as they responded to life questions sent in from listeners just like you. Detrick, Molly, Drew & Jeff all come from incredibly diverse backgrounds with one thing in common – they all share a love for Jesus.In this episode, we dive head first into Biblical responses on gender identity, suffering, social justi...
2022-07-3050 minContinuing the Conversation with Grant & Laurel Fishbook20 | In Session: Navigating Change with Grant and Laurel's Therapist, Dr. Paddy DucklowSend us a textIf there's anything the last several years have brought, it's change. Yet, why do some of us seem to embrace change so naturally while others find it much harder to adapt?In this refreshingly honest conversation, you'll sit in on a session with Grant & Laurel's personal therapist, Dr. Paddy Ducklow, or as Grant affectionately calls him, "Ducky". You'll find a whole lot of laughter, some really candid moments, and even a few tears as we unpack change together.Whatever season of life you're in right now, we hope you'll...
2022-07-0257 min
Sleep and Sorcery | Folklore & Fantasy-Inspired Sleep StoriesThe Holly King & the Oak King | Summer Solstice Sleep StoryIn this Summer Solstice-themed bedtime story, you follow a pack of strange hounds into a mysterious forest. There you witness the ritual passing of the torch from the summer months to winter months, as manifested in the battle between the Holly King and the Oak King. - ✨Pre-order is live for the Sleep & Sorcery book!✨ https://www.crossedcrowbooks.com/shop-crossed-crow-books/p/sleepandsorcery Sleep & Sorcery: A Collection of Enchanting Bedtime Stories, Rituals, and Spells for Meaningful Rest, coming August 2024 from Crossed Crow Books. The book features many of your favorite stories, plus excl...
2022-06-211h 03Sleep and Sorcery | Folklore & Fantasy-Inspired Sleep StoriesThe Holly King & the Oak King | Summer Solstice Sleep StoryIn this Summer Solstice-themed bedtime story, you follow a pack of strange hounds into a mysterious forest. There you witness the ritual passing of the torch from the summer months to winter months, as manifested in the battle between the Holly King and the Oak King. - ✨Pre-order is live for the Sleep & Sorcery book!✨ https://www.crossedcrowbooks.com/shop-crossed-crow-books/p/sleepandsorcery Sleep & Sorcery: A Collection of Enchanting Bedtime Stories, Rituals, and Spells for Meaningful Rest, coming August 2024 from Crossed Crow Books. The book features many of your favorite stories, plus excl...
2022-06-211h 03
The Rutledge Perspective PodcastThe 120 Day Question - Interview with Dr. Allana Da GracaEpisode Summary Own your voice. Be still in the silence and listen. Turn regret into action. If they don’t introduce you well, re-introduce yourself! And, be sure to tell yourself the truth! And these are just a few of the nuggets Dr. Allana Da Graca shared in this episode. It’s all about taking the reins and understanding that what you have done before has actually prepared you for what is next if you are willing to see the possibilities! About the Guest: Dr. Allana Da Graca, the persistence guru, helps women and...
2022-06-1542 minContinuing the Conversation with Grant & Laurel Fishbook19 | When Devastation Identifies the First Responder in You with Gordon & Tracy NeitlingSend us a textWhen Whatcom County experienced record-breaking floods in 2021, our friends Gordon & Tracy experienced devastating loss as water engulfed the bottom floor of their home.With 32 years as a firefighter for the City of Bellingham, Gordon was no stranger to natural disasters, but experiencing it himself changed everything.You’ll love the Neitling’s unique perspective in this incredible conversation – both serving the community and how their community showed up to serve them. It’s a beautiful story of hope amidst devastating circumstances, and we know that you...
2022-05-271h 00
Sleep and Sorcery | Folklore & Fantasy-Inspired Sleep StoriesIn the Land of the Fisher King | Arthurian Sleep StoryWelcome to Sleep & Sorcery, a folklore and fantasy-inspired sleep series. Step across the threshold into a world of myth and magic, where you can safely drift off into a deep and comfortable sleep. Sleep & Sorcery is one part bedtime story, one part guided meditation, and one part dreamy adventure. - ✨Pre-order is live for the Sleep & Sorcery book!✨ https://www.crossedcrowbooks.com/shop-crossed-crow-books/p/sleepandsorcery Sleep & Sorcery: A Collection of Enchanting Bedtime Stories, Rituals, and Spells for Meaningful Rest, coming August 2024 from Crossed Crow Books. The book features many of your favo...
2022-04-131h 01Sleep and Sorcery | Folklore & Fantasy-Inspired Sleep StoriesIn the Land of the Fisher King | Arthurian Sleep StoryWelcome to Sleep & Sorcery, a folklore and fantasy-inspired sleep series. Step across the threshold into a world of myth and magic, where you can safely drift off into a deep and comfortable sleep. Sleep & Sorcery is one part bedtime story, one part guided meditation, and one part dreamy adventure. - ✨Pre-order is live for the Sleep & Sorcery book!✨ https://www.crossedcrowbooks.com/shop-crossed-crow-books/p/sleepandsorcery Sleep & Sorcery: A Collection of Enchanting Bedtime Stories, Rituals, and Spells for Meaningful Rest, coming August 2024 from Crossed Crow Books. The book features many of your favo...
2022-04-131h 01Continuing the Conversation with Grant & Laurel Fishbook18 | The Choice That Changes Everything with Joe Martinez & Hannah EvansSend us a textThis might be our favorite one yet! In this incredibly honest conversation, we're joined by our good friends Hannah & Joe as they share the decisions that changed everything for them. While it hasn't been an easy journey, it has been so worth it. If you've struggled with loss, anger, or addiction, you will find so much hope in this episode!In both Hannah & Joe's stories, the power of invitation is so clear! They're here today because someone was intentional to invite them in, even when they were...
2022-04-1159 min
Secrets From The Saddle: All things Cycling PODCAST205. How to Find A JOB in the OUTDOOR World | LAUREL KING owner of OUTDOOR INDUSTRY JobIn this episode, you will learn about: Meet Laurel King founder of the Outdoor Industry Job board. Laurel has been in the Outdoor Industry for over 35yrs. She created her online Job Find Website to connect Job seekers and companies who are looking to fill job opportunities. The only Job Site of it\'s kind in North America.
2022-03-2300 minContinuing the Conversation with Grant & Laurel Fishbook17 | Getting Outside of the "Fish Bowl"Send us a textIn this fun, missions-focused conversation, the Fishbooks draw each other's question from a fish bowl! Neither of them knew their questions beforehand — so be ready for a few surprises, a whole lot of laughs, and so much incredible perspective on how you can make a difference in the world!We'd love to hear from you! If you'd like to send any encouragement, questions, or feedback about this episode to Grant & Laurel, please e-mail us at podcast@ctk.church.MENTIONSTheme Song | Our theme so...
2022-03-1949 min
Elevate Your BrandElevate Your Brand with Ellie Doty Formerly of Burger KingEleanor Doty is an experienced Chief Marketing Officer with a demonstrated history of success in diverse restaurant brands and geographies such as Burger King, Chilis and KFC. In her role at Burger King, Eleanor drove a culture shift toward a guest-first, insight led mentality. In just year one, Eleanor spearheaded the creation of lasting Everyday Value Platforms, built and launched Loyalty and CRM, created the first hand-breaded chicken sandwich in a mainstream burger QSR and elevated the brand identity and imagery via a total overhaul of brand VI.Contact us: https://www.elevatemybrand.com/contact
2022-02-0332 min
Continuing the Conversation with Grant & Laurel Fishbook14 | Live Like You’re Dying with Sam Middlebrook & Debbie ChavezSend us a textIn this inspiring conversation, we're joined by our good friends Sam Middlebrook & Debbie Chavez as they share their unique battles with COVID. Both Sam & Debbie faced a difficult journey, and while they ended quite differently, we've had the privilege of seeing Jesus at work in both of their stories. We're so grateful for their candor and willingness to share these difficult moments with us. You'll walk away with a fresh perspective on the things that truly matter and insight on where to turn when life gets hard. It's our prayer that y...
2022-01-211h 04
Outdoor Adventure Lifestyle PodcastCurious about Jobs in the Outdoor Industry? Laurel King from outdoorindustryjobs.com gives up the deets. [EP 307]Laurel King is here with me today and we have a wide-ranging conversation about her Outdoor Industry Jobs dot com. A job posting service for companies that manufacture and distribute products or provide services that support the outdoor product industry. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://ricksaez.com/listen/ Welcome to a podcast dedicated to outdoor enthusiasts looking to elevate their outdoor careers while embracing the freedom and joy of outdoor adventure. We dive deep into outdoor recreation, adventure travel, and outdoor activities, helping you find the best outdoor jobs that fit your ideal outdoor l...
2021-12-1424 min
Continuing the Conversation with Grant & Laurel Fishbook13 | Unwrapping the Enneagram: A Beginner’s Guide to Understanding You with Ashton WhitmoyerSend us a textThese nine types have become a significant source of personal identity for so many, but just what is the Enneagram, and what does each type mean? In this special holiday episode, Grant & Laurel are joined by Drew Young and ennea-expert Ashton Whitmoyer, (better known as Enneagram Ashton) as she unwraps how we can better understand ourselves & others through the Enneagram! Whether you're familiar with the Enneagram yet or not, you'll learn so much this fun, light-hearted conversation, and maybe even leave with a few Christmas gift ideas!
2021-12-1457 min
Continuing the Conversation with Grant & Laurel Fishbook10 | Grief: Finding Hope When It Hurts with Ryan Ervin & Mike BlackSend us a textWhether we want to or not, we've all been touched by grief on some level. From the loss of a job, to the loss of a loved one – or even the loss of what seems normal, facing our pain and with purpose is so important. In this episode, Grant and Laurel are joined by Pastor Ryan Ervin and professional counselor Mike Black as they reflect on their own experiences with grief and share meaningful insight into the healing process. This has been one of our favorite episodes, as the topic is very...
2021-10-0957 min
Continuing the Conversation with Grant & Laurel Fishbook9 | Tough Transitions: Perspective Changes EverythingSend us a textWe all face tough transitions in life, but our perspective can change everything. In this episode, we're joined by our friends Jeff & Paula Butcher for an honest conversation about what it means to navigate change with confidence. Listen in for some real, practical insight with tears, laughs and everything in between. YOUR HOSTSGrant has been on staff at Christ the King (CTK) Bellingham for the last 20 years and currently serves as the Lead Teaching Pastor. Laurel works alongside him in various ministries, including Global Missions and...
2021-09-1056 minContinuing the Conversation with Grant & Laurel Fishbook8 | The Trinity & These Three: A Candid Conversation with Pastors Grant Fishbook, Paul Petersen, & Bob MarvelSend us a textPastors Paul Peterson, Bob Marvel and Grant Fishbook give an inside look on their combined 92 years in ministry, and share a little glimpse of what God has done along the way. YOUR HOSTSGrant has been on staff at Christ the King Bellingham for the last 20 years and currently serves as the Lead Teaching Pastor. Laurel works alongside him in various ministries, including Global Missions and providing support to the pastoral team across the CTK Network.For more on Pastor Grant:...
2021-08-0753 minThe Midnight Myth Podcast(Bonus) The Wheel of Ka: The Eyes of the DragonAn old and disinterested king, a young and dashing prince, the heir to the throne, a beautiful queen raising her son to be kind, generous, and brave, and when the queen gives birth to a second son, the cruel maligned court magician Flagg starts his machinations to undo the peaceful realm of Delain.
The name Flagg should be familiar to fans of Stephen King, as it pops up again and again. Almost as if the nemesis of all that is good rides some sort of wheel—like the Wheel of Ka. That’s right, Derek and Steve are...
2021-07-251h 17Continuing the Conversation with Grant & Laurel Fishbook7 | Homeless: Understanding the story behind the signSend us a textGrant and Laurel chat with Hans and Rafael from Lighthouse Mission about homelessness. Topics include parts of Rafael's experience being homeless, what he and Hans do at the mission, and insight into what Lighthouse Mission does in the Whatcom County community. YOUR HOSTSGrant has been on staff at Christ the King Bellingham for the last 20 years and currently serves as the Lead Teaching Pastor. Laurel works alongside him in various ministries, including Global Missions and providing support to the pastoral team across the CTK Network.
2021-07-0959 minContinuing the Conversation with Grant & Laurel Fishbook6 | Taking Back 2020: Rewriting the NarrativeSend us a textGrant and Laurel are joined by their son, Braden Fishbook and unofficially adopted son, Drew Young, to reflect on their experiences in 2020 and how they have applied them to their lives. YOUR HOSTSGrant has been on staff at Christ the King Bellingham for the last 20 years and currently serves as the Lead Teaching Pastor. Laurel works alongside him in various ministries, including Global Missions and providing support to the pastoral team across the CTK Network.For more on Pastor Grant:...
2021-05-2756 minContinuing the Conversation with Grant & Laurel Fishbook5 | Toxic People: When to Walk Away with Gary ThomasSend us a textGary Thomas, author, pastor and old friend of CTK, chat with us about toxic friendships, relationships, and when walking away from them is both okay and freeing.YOUR HOSTSGrant has been on staff at Christ the King Bellingham for the last 20 years and currently serves as the Lead Teaching Pastor. Laurel works alongside him in various ministries, including Global Missions and providing support to the pastoral team across the CTK Network.For more on Pastor Grant:Sermons...
2021-04-231h 02
Try Saying That Out Loud012: On Life After COVID, Khloe Kardashian, The Downfall of Rachel Hollis, & Deacon King KongOn this episode, Jamie and Lo talk about life after COVID and the joys of the grocery store. Then they address the Khloe Kardashian photo editing fiasco (0:09) and problematic Rachel fucking Hollis (0:24). Then, Jamie fills in some of the gaps of their prior gun control conversation with thoughts sent in by one of her old friends from law school (:30).“Lo I wanna know…” touches on how much water you should really be drinking and what’s the real deal behind the Apple Cider Vinegar craze (0:46). And, Jamie completes her Enneagram deep dives with a crowd favorite...
2021-04-151h 46Continuing the Conversation with Grant & Laurel Fishbook4 | The Porn Identity: From Harm to Hope with Dr. Mitch WhitmanSend us a textContent Warning: This podcast episode will cover sensitive topics, including pornography & human trafficking. We are joined by Dr. Mitch Whitman to discuss the link between human trafficking and pornography, continuing a conversation that started when our friends at Rescue:Freedom came to CTK Bellingham. YOUR HOSTSGrant has been on staff at Christ the King Bellingham for the last 20 years and currently serves as the Lead Teaching Pastor. Laurel works alongside him in various ministries, including Global Missions and providing support to the pastoral team a...
2021-03-241h 05
The Rutledge Perspective PodcastTrust the Process – An Interview with CEO Tiffany WilliamsMy guest Tiffany Williams is the walking example of “go big or go home.” She had a vision for what she wanted to do and decided the time was now. She took the risk to start her own business instead of the traditional path of employment because she trusted that, if it didn’t work, she could find a job. Her belief in her own ability and learning to trust the process put her on a path to building a business that makes an impact and a partnership that makes a difference. About the Guest: T...
2021-03-1739 minContinuing the Conversation with Grant & Laurel FishbookBonus Content: God, Me or the Chili?Send us a textIn this continuation of the "God, Me, or the Chili" conversation, we dive into prayer languages and how they can affect your faith in dramatic ways!YOUR HOSTSGrant has been on staff at Christ the King Bellingham for the last 20 years and currently serves as the Lead Teaching Pastor. Laurel works alongside him in various ministries, including Global Missions and providing support to the pastoral team across the CTK Network.For more on Pastor Grant:SermonsInstagram
2021-02-2525 minContinuing the Conversation with Grant & Laurel Fishbook3 | God, Me, or the Chili? with Emily JamiesonSend us a textWe sit down with Emily Jamieson and Becca Renaker to talk about hearing the voice of God, discerning His voice, and much more! Be on the lookout for even more from this conversation in the future.YOUR HOSTSGrant has been on staff at Christ the King Bellingham for the last 20 years and currently serves as the Lead Teaching Pastor. Laurel works alongside him in various ministries, including Global Missions and providing support to the pastoral team across the CTK Network.For more on...
2021-02-1851 min
The Midnight Myth Podcast(Bonus) The Wheel of Ka: It part 1Fellow Traveler’s on the Path of the Beam, Derek and Steve are back at it again with another Wheel of Ka bonus episode. This week, Derek and Steve talk about the mega-hit best selling novel Stephen King’s It. This is the first of a two parter on the book, where only the first half of the book discussed. From the nature of Derry’s most fear and hated clown, to how King expertly constructs the characters, this is a no holds barred discussion. And of course, everything is related back to the Dark Tower.
Listen to the...
2021-01-271h 23Continuing the Conversation with Grant & Laurel Fishbook2 | From Mess to Mended with Rick & Tiffany BulmanSend us a textWe're joined by Rick and Tiffany Bulman! In this episode, we continue a conversation that began when the Bulmans shared their story during the Miracles series at CTK Bellingham. Listen to Miracles, Part 10.YOUR HOSTS Grant has been on staff at Christ the King Bellingham for the last 20 years and currently serves as the Lead Teaching Pastor. Laurel works alongside him in various ministries, including Global Missions and providing support to the pastoral team across the CTK Network. For more on Pastor Grant:
2021-01-091h 02Continuing the Conversation with Grant & Laurel Fishbook1 | Blind Faith: Waiting for our MiracleSend us a textWe're joined by our kids, Braden and McKenna! As a family, we dive deeper into Laurel's vision loss, due to Bietti's Crystalline Dystrophy, and how we've learned to support each other, choosing joy and laughter, along the way. YOUR HOSTS Grant has been on staff at Christ the King Bellingham for the last 20 years and currently serves as the Lead Teaching Pastor. Laurel works alongside him in various ministries, including Global Missions and providing support to the pastoral team across the CTK Network. For...
2020-12-1045 min
The Midnight Myth Podcast(BONUS) The Wheel of Ka: Salem's LotAll things, even the Beams, serve the Tower. Did you think this podcast would be any different? Derek and Steve have started the Wheel of Ka over, in a way. This bonus episode has your Ka-Tet returned, this time reading the wonderful Stephen King novel, Salem’s Lot. After Derek and Steve completed The Dark Tower read through, we recognized that our journey through King’s writings has only begun. While both of your hosts love The Dark Tower, there is and will be, so much more to King’s story world still worth uncovering.
How does Salem’...
2020-09-021h 11
The Midnight Myth Podcast(BONUS) The Wheel of Ka: Episode Thirteen, The Dark TowerFellow travelers on the path of Beam, Derek and Stave are back at it again, this time discussing the epic conclusion of Stephen King’s The Dark Tower Book VII: The Dark Tower. What did this multi-verse spinning, psych power wielding, todash chime ringing narrative mean? What happens to Roland when he reaches the Tower, and confronts shape changing monsters, laughter eating vampires, and the end of the Ka-Tet we have come to love? Come with us through the advice of Stuttering Bill on Tower Road to the final stages of an adventure that took Stephen King 35 years of hi...
2020-05-211h 27
The Midnight Myth PodcastEpisode 145B: The End of All Things | The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Medieval Literature & EucatastropheWe come, at last, to the end of all things. In the final episode of our Lord of the Rings series, we cover the back half of Tolkien’s The Return of the King. From the eucatastrophic destruction of the One Ring in the fires of Mt. Doom to the Scouring of the Shire and Frodo’s departure for the Undying Lands, we do our best to leave no seeing stone unturned. We revisit some of the themes that have connected us throughout the series—humanity & heroism, cultivation & stewardship, styles of leadership, bravery & conformity. We discuss some of the litera...
2020-04-121h 12
The Midnight Myth PodcastEpisode 145A: Prince of the Halflings | The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Norse Mythology & KingshipIn the penultimate episode of our Lord of the Rings podcast series, we’re discussing the first half of J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Return of the King (aka Book 5: The War of the Ring). It’s a fast-paced, combat-heavy book that sees the forces of Rohan and Gondor combine and Aragorn prepare to assume the kingship. We discuss the massive character growth of Pippin and Merry, two unassuming hobbits who rise to become heroes of war and politic. We revisit themes of stewardship and monarchy in the portraits of leaders like Denethor, Theoden, Aragorn, and Gandalf. We compar...
2020-04-051h 07
KOENIGLICH VERWIRRTMeine Quaran - To - Do ListeWas stadtbekannter Couchpotato und Homeoffice-King Laurel Koeniger so während Corona und Quarantäne tut? Eigentlich alles, wie immer. Hör dir seine besten Tipps an, irgendwas ist für alle dabei!
2020-03-2815 min
The Midnight Myth Podcast(Bonus) The Wheel of Ka: Episode Twelve, The Dark Tower Part OneMy fellow travelers on the path of beam, the long wait, the long walk through the desert wastes, into the minds of the three to be drawn, through the city of Lud, into the pasts of Mejis, we have all traveled. It is here. Book 7 of Stephen King’s the Dark Tower: The Dark Tower. The final tale will be told and we shall share it together before we all meet again, at the clearing at the end of the path.
Derek and Steve discuss each character’s journey through the first two installments of Book 7, which star...
2020-03-051h 17
The Midnight Myth PodcastEpisode 138: The Laughing Place | Castle Rock S2, Puritan History & The Old TestamentAn ancient evil lurks underneath the seemingly idyllic New England villages of Castle Rock and ‘Salem’s Lot. In this episode of the Midnight Myth, we’ll discuss Season 2 of Hulu’s Castle Rock, the anthology series set in the universe of Stephen King’s writing. This season mashes up characters and locations from Misery, Salem’s Lot, Stand By Me, and more to create a complex portrait of communities in transition. We explore parallels to the Book of Genesis in the Bible—especially the story of the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah—and explore the rise of Puritanism in 16th-18th cen...
2020-02-021h 01
The Midnight Myth Podcast(Bonus) The Wheel of Ka: Episode Seven, The Wind Through the KeyholeNearly a decade after Stephen King concluded the Dark Tower, he went back to Roland and his Ka-Tet and wrote The Wind Through the Keyhole. Chronologically, the book takes place in between Dark Tower books 4 and 5, where Roland finds himself and his band of travelers taking shelter amid the dangerous freezing storm called the Starkblast. Stephen King plays with meta narrative as the story of The Wind Through the Keyhole is Roland telling a story about young Roland telling a story. From shape shifting murderers to tigers in a cage, Derek and Steve break down this interesting narrative as...
2019-09-0255 min
The Midnight Myth Podcast(Bonus) The Wheel of Ka: Episode Five, Wizard and Glass pt. 1The Wheel of Ka is back! On the next installment of our podcast reread of Stephen King’s The Dark Tower, Derek & Steve discuss the first half of Book Four: Wizard & Glass. King finally lets the readers into the murky history of Gliead’s last Gunslinger, Roland, and we learn of his youth and the love that would come to define the romantic nature of his heart, Susan Delgado. Derek and Steve unpack the themes, from Roland and Susan’s parallel to Paris and Helen from the Greek myth of the Trojan war, to the the traumatic and unfair predic...
2019-07-011h 06The Midnight Myth Podcast(Bonus) The Wheel of Ka: Episode Three, The Waste Lands pt. 1The podcasting ka-tet is back at it again, set your watch and warrant on it. This time, Derek and Steve are tackling the third book of Stephen King’s the Dark Tower: The Waste Lands. The scope of this book meant that your pod-slingers took a look at the events of the first half of the third book— Book One: Jake, Fear In a Handful of Dust. Tune your satellite dishes, rotating atop your heads, to awesome, as Derek and Steve look at Jake, Susanna, Eddie, and Roland. The influence of the Medieval romantic epic of King Arthur, Watership Down, and...
2019-04-251h 23The Midnight Myth PodcastEpisode 95: The Once and Future King | Excalibur, the Arthurian Legend & Celtic MythologyWhat is the secret of the Grail? Who does it serve? In this long-awaited podcast, Derek and Laurel explore the legends surrounding King Arthur and his knights of the Round Table. Tracking the legend from its inception in the early middle ages to the definitive Hollywood adaptation, John Boorman’s dreamy Excalibur, we’ll seek the answers to the most important questions in Arthuriana. What does it mean to be king? What does it mean to be a people? What is the true quest, the true frontier? From Lancelot and Guinevere to Percival, Gawain, Morgan le Fay, and of course Merl...
2019-03-031h 01