Shows
Living ForwardIntroducing Loi Dunk!Send us a textYour chameleon comedy hosts are back at it again. We're heading on a new content adventure. It's a rebrand! Get the why, the what, the where... and find out how a decades-old nonsense word came to symbolize an outlook on life. Whatever. It's all good. Loi Dunk2025-06-2636 min
Caucus: After The FallBonus Episode - Interview: Arshan GailusAmerica in 2025. Yikes!In this bonus episode, Caucus: After The Fall creator Teja Arboleda interviews his good friend and talented musician, soundscaper and theater/podcast/film scorer Arshan Gailus, and what they’re working on in the midst of a chaotic and divisive USA. Arshan is the creative genius behind the sound effects, music and audio expressions throughout every episode.Arshan's website https://theaterdesign.arshangailus.comInstagram: #arshangailusCaucus: After The Fall is a 9-part, futuristic and apocalyptic audio podcast series that poses the question - what would happen if th...2025-03-0921 minCaucus: After The FallBonus Episode - Interview: Ian, Michelle, Naheem & RenaWritten 22 years ago, this story and podcast is coming true in America in 2025.In this bonus episode, Caucus: After The Fall creator Teja Arboleda interviews his good friends and talented actors/actresses, Ian Lyons, Michelle Aguillon, Naheem Garcia and Rena Maliszewski. They talked about: The process of getting into character for unscripted, documentary-style, improv roles; How the current social/political situation in the USA is affecting them; And their current creative projects.Ian Lyons: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1796676Michelle Aguillon: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-m-aguillon-21650b9Naheem Garcia: http://imdb...2025-03-0425 min
Experience by DesignCommunicating Diverse Experiences with Teja ArboledaI made a huge mistake. That statement is not that uncommon for me to say. Mistakes happen with some frequency despite my best efforts. If to err is human, I’m definitely very human.There is an interview that was done back when Adam was still involved that I just came across and realized was never released. And of course that shames me because, despite the delays that might invariably occur with producing this things, I always try to do right by the guests.And it turns out that the topic of this conversation couldn’t be...2025-02-271h 06Caucus: After The FallBonus Episode - Interview: Celeste OlivaWritten 22 years ago, this story and podcast is coming true in America in 2025. Yikes!In this bonus episode, Caucus: After The Fall creator Teja Arboleda who plays "The Producer", interviews his good friend and talented actress, Celeste Oliva, who plays Amihan Bekele, Chief of Hapa Resource district. They share stories about being mixed-race, the problem with 'othering', and the creative process in the midst of a chaotic and divisive USA.Each bonus episode covers three things: The process of getting into character for an unscripted, documentary-style, improv setting; How...2025-02-2618 minCaucus: After The FallBonus Episode - Interview: Shahjehan KhanThis is a post-Season One Bonus Episode. Each bonus episode covers three things:The process of getting into character and performing in an unscripted, documentary-style, ad-lib/improv setting.How the current frightening political situation in the United States is affecting the performer, and how the podcast story and the character they played mimic the 2025 social struggle in America.What the actor/performer is working on today - TV shows, stage, etc.In this episode, Caucus: After The Fall Creator Teja Arboleda who plays "The Producer", interviews his good friend and talented actor, musician and artist, Shahjehan Khan...2025-02-2419 min
The Daily ZeitgeistDEI Worse Than Oligarchy? ASTEROID 2032 For President! 02.07.25In episode 1810, Jack and Miles are joined by actor, educator, and creator of the podcast Caucus: After The Fall, Teja Arboleda, to discuss… DEI Is To Blame For Everything That’s Wrong…? Because Marginalized People Control It All? Oh Thank God, An Asteroid Could Hit Earth In 2032 and more! Rubio accuses South Africa of ‘anti-Americanism’ and snubs G20 meeting Trump administration evicts former Coast Guard leader from her house with 3 hours notice Public health group alarmed by online ‘DEI Watchlist’ targeting federal staff Oh Thank God, An Asteroid Could Hit Earth In 2032 LISTEN: Ice Cream by Winston Surfshirt...2025-02-0758 minCaucus: After The FallLa Mura S1|E9The Producer (Teja Arboleda) returns home to La Mura, the mixed-race tribe to report his finding to Lt. General Chimere Rashid (Shahjehan Khan). The Lt. General had branded The Producer a traitor, but after they share what they had learned in the Producer’s absence, the collected facts and evidence reveal the most insidious, egregious and horrific truths about The Race War, The Variant, UDAP, and the fate of The United Segregated States of America.This is the final episode of Season 1. Stay tuned for season 2!Caucus: After The Fall is a 9-part, fu...2024-11-1536 minCaucus: After The FallSatogae S1|E8Chief Akane Ashikaga (Michelle Aguillon) of the Hawaii faction of Satogae, the two Asian breakaway contingencies, shares with The Producer (Teja Arboleda), the horrors of The Great Separation. Will Akane’s predictions about the coming war prior to creating Satogae give The Producer enough information to find Tahmo and Semha, and uncover the secrets of the giant burial grounds?Caucus: After The Fall is a 9-part, futuristic and apocalyptic audio podcast series that poses the question - what would happen if the United States was divided into race districts?Each episode features the leader of a...2024-11-0832 minCaucus: After The FallHapa Resource S1|E7Getting closer to the answers he’s desperate for, The Producer (Teja Arboleda) arrives at Hapa Resource, the mixed-race district. Here, he must convince Chief Amihan Bekele (Celeste Oliva) that the war has ended, and UDAP’s relentless military is nowhere to be found. In turn, Chief Bekele reveals to him some shocking, inside information about The Variant.Caucus: After The Fall is a 9-part, futuristic and apocalyptic audio podcast series that poses the question - what would happen if the United States was divided into race districts?Each episode features the leader of a diff...2024-11-0130 minCaucus: After The FallDorado S1|E6Chief Ricardo Gutierrez (Naheem Garcia) of Dorado, the Hispanic district, challenges The Producer (Teja Arboleda) to consider how the former President destroyed Dorado’s capabilities as the Energy Hub, leaving a vast majority of the ESLO as toxic and uninhabitable; how the for President’s hobbling of the media escalated the spread of The Variant; and how The Variant may have been used as an catalyst for The Race War.Caucus: After The Fall is a 9-part, futuristic and apocalyptic audio podcast series that poses the question - what would happen if the United States was divided into...2024-10-2535 minLiving ForwardFrom Puzzles to PoptronicaSend us a textWe appreciate you rating and reviewing Living Forward on your favorite podcast app.In this episode, we dive deep into two of life's greatest puzzles: the Declaration of Independence and actual puzzles. One thousand pieces of historical text—what could go wrong? Tune in as we discuss the satisfaction and frustration of tackling a thousand-piece replica of America's most famous document. But don’t worry, it's not just about history; we also explore Barbara’s new album! The title track, "56 Fishes" is inspired by the varied worldviews of the...2024-10-2431 minCaucus: After The FallHomeland | S1E5In Homeland, the Native American district, Chief Winona Red Feather (Rena Maliszewski) reveals to The Producer (Teja Arboleda) how rare earth materials create toxic environments, what usage the Northern Imperial might have with these chemicals, and how this may all be related to the hundreds of thousands of missing soldiers.Caucus: After The Fall is a 9-part, futuristic and apocalyptic audio podcast series that poses the question - what would happen if the United States was divided into race districts?Each episode features the leader of a different "race" district, uncovering the secrets and lies...2024-10-1835 minCaucus: After The FallSouthern Dominion | S1E4The Producer (Teja Arboleda) arrives at the Black district, Southern Dominion. He needs Chief Rose Jacobs (Jackie Davis) to reveal what she knows about Semha, and what information Semha shared about the Northern Imperial, UDAP and the Restricted Zone. Caucus: After The Fall is a 9-part, futuristic and apocalyptic audio podcast series that poses the question - what would happen if the United States was divided into race districts?Each episode features the leader of a different "race" district, uncovering the secrets and lies through the experiences each leader has had before the race districts w...2024-10-1134 minCaucus: After The FallNorthern Imperial | S1E3In the Restricted Zone, the Producer (Teja Arboleda) meets with William Deschenes (Ian Lyons), a defector from the Caucasian district, Northern Imperial. He needs William to reveal the weak points of UDAP, certain secrets of Northern Imperial, and details on Esperanza.Caucus: After The Fall is a 9-part, futuristic and apocalyptic audio podcast series that poses the question - what would happen if the United States was divided into race districts?Each episode features the leader of a different "race" district, uncovering the secrets and lies through the experiences each leader has had before the...2024-10-0440 minCaucus: After The FallShin Jiya | S1E2The Producer (Teja Arboleda) arrives at Shin Jiya, the Asian district, to meet with Chief Lingyun Chen (Michael Tow). It is believed that tens of thousands of non-Whites were smuggled through Shin Jiya, then deposited in the Northern Imperial, the White district, to work as indentured servants. If the Chief can confirm this, it would be a good start to finding several very important people - the primary goal of his mission.Caucus: After The Fall is a 9-part, futuristic and apocalyptic audio podcast series that poses the question - what would happen if the United States...2024-09-2736 minCaucus: After The FallPrologue | S1E1Embarking on a quest to reveal the truth about the Variant and the Race War, a lone producer (Teja Arboleda) reflects on his motivation for venturing across the perilous divide of the Restricted Zone.Caucus: After The Fall is a 9-part, futuristic and apocalyptic audio podcast series that poses the question - what would happen if the United States was divided into race districts?Each episode features the leader of a different "race" district, uncovering the secrets and lies through the experiences each leader has had before the race districts were created.For...2024-09-2025 minCaucus: After The FallTrailerSome podcast players are taking longer to go live. If you don't see the icon for your favorite player, click on the blue "play" button to listen! This brief trailer introduces the podcast series, which premieres on Friday, September 20, 2024. The Producer reveals what his mission and challenges are. Caucus: After The Fall is a Sci-Fi, dramatic, fictional audio podcast series, "Caucus: After The Fall". This 9-part, futuristic and apocalyptic audio podcast series poses the question - what would happen if the United States was divided into race districts?Each episode features t...2024-09-1601 minLiving ForwardDad Jokes and Dystopian DreamsSend us a textJoin Barbara and Teja as the roast in the Boston heatwave with their broken air conditioner? Why not add some podcast recording to our sweaty saga. The big story today is Teja's new project—a dramatic podcast series titled Caucus: After the Fall. He'll talk about the unique way the story was scripted - or unscripted, if you will. From the origin of the story to the music and foley effects. Teja and Barbara take you backstage for this dystopian, speculative fiction story.Follow us on Instagram @wearelivingforward2024-08-2232 minLiving ForwardAn "Epic" TransformationSend us a textAre there monster truck rallies in Madison, Wisconsin? Maybe. But there's definitely Epic - and now Barbara's medical center has Epic too! Does that make us Epic?In this episode, Barbara and Teja talk about the two-year transformation of her medical center from the Southwest Airlines of medical technology into a jet fighter.Integration of all those systems feels good, but how should we prepare our clicker fingers for all the extra activity? How do patients benefit from it all? And why don't any of these systems talk to...2024-08-0637 minLiving ForwardThe Road Warrior and the Jet SetterSend us a textWe've got a new episode and a new microphone setup. We're loving the upgraded sound quality. We start with more "owies", telling you about Barbara's recent car accident, caused by a loose dog. Shout out to airbags and seatbelts! Next, Teja takes us to Tokyo for his pandemic-delayed high school reunion. Reconnecting with classmates from around the world revived the unique dynamics of their close-knit international group. Teja also reflects on how Tokyo has evolved into a cosmopolitan hub while maintaining its distinct Japanese charm, blending global influences seamlessly...2024-07-2432 minLiving ForwardAI, AI - Oh!Send us a textIn this episode of Living Forward with Barbara and Teja, we dive into the dynamic world of AI and its growing impact on our lives. Join us as we explore the benefits and challenges of learning how to harness the power of AI as a tool, discuss the fascinating yet concerning phenomenon of AI hallucinations, and bemoan the apparent decline of our favorite visual AI tool. How is Barbara bringing an AI assignment into her university classroom? What are Teja’s experiences and concerns about AI tools in visual art? Is the...2024-06-1232 minLiving ForwardAdam Sandler in Orbit: Spaceman ReviewSend us a textDrama, outer space, and a giant telepathic spider. These are the essence of Spaceman starring Adam Sandler. Barbara and Teja pivot from The Out-Laws 😖to Spaceman 🤨 in search of cinematic mastery aaaannnnd the results were less than stellar. Join us while we dish about joy and heartache of cringe-worthy movies. Find out more about Barbara’s new tattoo in the process! Should Teja get one too?Join us on Instagram @wearelivingforward 2024-05-0237 minLiving ForwardDisney Daze: Steps, Rides, and RelaxationSend us a textJoin us for our 24,000 step-per-day trip to Disney World! Teja pampered his bad leg in the mornings, while Barbara and our daughter hit the early entry lines. We go deep into the immersive Star Wars experience and speculate about the happiest dungeon in the world. With expert help from Haley at Wishing Well Travel (not sponsored), we managed to navigate the intricate dance of magic bands, dining plans, and Lightning Lanes. Tune in for our Disney episode.Traveling to Disney?Here's Wishing Well Travel: https://wishingwelltravel.co...2024-04-1532 minLiving ForwardFrom Rookie to Resident Alien: What We're StreamingSend us a textOur favorite shows are back and we’re happily streaming again! With the actors and writers strikes behind us all, we'll tell you what's hooked our attention. There’s Nathan Fillion in The Rookie and unexpected depth in 9-1-1 Lone Star. There's the speculative genius of For All Mankind and the quirkiness of Will Trent. How we still find time to write and get to work on time, is anyone's guess.Join us on Instagram @wearelivingforward2024-03-2927 minLiving ForwardReview Rant: Stars, Frowny Faces, and Rotten TomatosSend us a textWe’re back! With all the regularity of the BBC’s Doctor Who season schedule, we’re on the mic again. This week we’re poking fun at the ratings and review systems that are foisted on us every day. Who decided frowny faces should measure sadness? And are more of them a good or a bad thing? On a personal note, Barbara shared her health challenges from COVID to cancer, with a side of surgery. Through it all, creativity became a lifeline, with flash fiction, a geek love ballad, and a newfoun...2024-03-1532 minLiving ForwardDon't Stop Believin', RosannaSend us a textWhat could possibly keep two of the biggest rock bands throughout decades performing for die hard fans? Rosanna. So, don't stop believing that iconic melodies, lyrics and voice qualities of Journey and Toto will continue to wow millions of crazed-fans around the world! Journey’s on the road again, and Barbara and Teja Totolly met them all the way at their 50th anniversary concert tour. We got the T-shirts to prove it. Sign up for our newsletter! http://eepurl.com/hH5nZXJoin us on Instagram @wearelivingforwardhttps://ww...2023-04-0728 minLiving ForwardYou're Not Going Anywhere With Those Tight HipsSend us a textBarbara and Teja attempt to stretch their luck by testing their physical flexibility and mobility. While following along a virtual class, they try their best to manupulate their muscles and ligaments they didn't even know they had. Can they survive rotating their hips like pretzels and dialing their kneecaps like doorhandles? Maybe... Sign up for our newsletter! http://eepurl.com/hH5nZXJoin us on Instagram @wearelivingforwardhttps://www.facebook.com/livingforwardpodcast2023-03-2427 minLiving ForwardBox Store Bounty: From Snacks to MassageSend us a textThis is not about finding the best deals on family-sized hand sanitizer or stockpiling frozen salmon. It's about a self-indulgent, one-hour experience in a box-store traveling exhibit of an immersive full-body massage chair. Sign up for our newsletter! http://eepurl.com/hH5nZXJoin us on Instagram @wearelivingforwardhttps://www.facebook.com/livingforwardpodcast2023-03-1725 minLiving ForwardAccent Misrepresentation Results in Yakuza PenguinsSend us a textIt would be a cold day on the South Pole if Hollywood ever got foreign accents correct. Self-appointed culture investigators, Barbara and Teja mock the incompentance of directors and casting agents and end up surrounded by Yakuza penguins.Sign up for our newsletter! http://eepurl.com/hH5nZXJoin us on Instagram @wearelivingforwardhttps://www.facebook.com/livingforwardpodcast2023-03-1026 minLiving ForwardFur, Foam, and ForensicsSend us a textOwning, caring for and loving all that is "cat", will furnish your home with a profusion of fur and all that comes of its relationship to the feline monster.Sign up for our newsletter! http://eepurl.com/hH5nZXJoin us on Instagram @wearelivingforwardhttps://www.facebook.com/livingforwardpodcast2023-03-0330 min