Garden Of Doom

In the latest episode of GoT Presents, we had the pleasure of sitting down with Akira Kwon, the current holder of the MLW Middleweight Championship. Fresh off the excitement of WrestleMania, the conversation flowed seamlessly from the highs and lows of wrestling to personal growth and the journey that brought Akira to where he is today.Akira's story is one of resilience and determination. He shared how he fell in love with wrestling at a young age and how life experiences, including challenges and setbacks, shaped his path. After promising his mother he would complete his education, he took the plunge into wrestling training, a decision that would lead him to the ring.Throughout the episode, Akira opened up about the rigorous training process he underwent, including the unique environment of training in an MMA gym. This setting not only honed his wrestling skills but also instilled a deep respect for the craft. His journey has not been without its struggles; he candidly discussed the injuries he faced and how they affected his career trajectory.As a new father, Akira reflected on how fatherhood has changed his perspective on life and wrestling. He emphasized the importance of balancing personal life with professional aspirations and how his experiences have made him more empathetic towards others in similar situations.Listeners will also find valuable insights into the wrestling industry, including the significance of maintaining authenticity and the importance of quality over quantity in matches. Akira's advice on navigating the wrestling world is both inspiring and practical, making this episode a must-listen for fans and aspiring wrestlers alike.

Professor Michael York rejoins us to discuss the day Wednesday. Sort of. Wednesday is Woden's Day. Odin. But Wednesday is also Miercoles. Mercury. Who is often considered Hermes, who is usually associated with Hermod in the Norse panoply. Or is he? Where does Lucifer come in? Does he? Despite me making this mistake numerous times, it's Venus - not Mercury - that is the "morning star". How about Abraxus? Who? Well, you'll find out.Wednesday spilled into some confusion regarding Saturday, but the answer was recollected post production and is below. Mars became Tyr (Tuesday), Mercury became Odin (Wednesday), Jupiter became Thor (Thursday) and Venus became Frigg (Friday). Saturday came outside the system: The Norse form 'Saturday' means 'hot water day' - which can be translated as 'washing day' or 'washing water day'.It was originally the day that Norsemen took their baths.

Robert Emery was a child prodigy. He could replay whatever music he heard on the piano without any formal training. His parents knew they had a gifted child and the rest is history. Emery also isn't promoting anything other than classical music. He wants people to listen to classical music and embrace it as evergreen "cool". My quotes, not his. He tells his story from a personal level. While I explore the legal and business aspects in a parallel fashion. We discuss items like did he have helicopter parents; when and how did he acquire an agent; how do music industry artists make money; intellectual property; why did he chose to become a conductor over a concert pianist. Tune in so you can be tuned in.

D. C. Gomez is an award-winning USA TodayBestselling Author, podcaster, motivational speaker,and coach. Born in the Dominican Republic, shegrew up in Salem, Massachusetts. D. C. studied filmand television at New York University. After collegeshe joined the US Army, and proudly served for fouryears.D. C. has a Master's Degree in Science Administration from the Central Michigan University, as wellas a Master in Adult Education from Texas A&M- Texarkana University. She is a certified JohnMaxwell Team speaker and coach, and a certified meditation instructor from the Chopra Center.One of D.C. passions is helping those around her overcome their self-limiting beliefs. She writesboth non-fiction and fiction books, ranging from Urban Fantasy to Children's Books. To learn moreabout her books and her passion, you can find her at www.dcgomez-author.com.Its pages pulse with the fevered writings of a witch grapplingwith visions of what's to come. Nine prophecies, ninewarnings, nine tales of magic. A young witch dies repeatedly in her quest for godhood. Alunar moth's seven-day lifespan becomes a desperatecountdown. Witches take to the stars, only to face anunnatural magical evolution. A werewolf's curse intertwineswith a storm witch's power. Sisters battle a generational cursethrough art and foresight. In a world of burning witches, onemust decide the fate of all supernatural beings. Fairy taleretellings twist familiar stories into new forms of magic. Acozy cottage at the wood's edge holds secrets that couldchange a cursed life. Reapers compare notes on their wildestencounters with mischievous witches. Each story stands alone, yet together they form a tapestry ofimpending doom. What catastrophe is the witch trying toprevent? And why has she hidden her warnings in the guiseof fantastical tales?Amazon.com: Tales of Wondrously Wicked Witches (The Tales Short Story Collection Book 5) eBook :Gomez, D. C., Dalton, Jamie, Gorri, C.D., Gregory, Emma Jo, Elizabeth, Jess, Snow, Adelaide, Embers, L S,Thurman, Ashe, Delton, Liz: Kindle Store

In this engaging episode of GOT Presents the Gospel of Thomas, hosts Thomas and Jeff welcome the charismatic Steve Off to discuss his journey in the wrestling world and beyond. From his experiences in the ring to his upcoming documentary project "Heavy Healing," Steve shares insights into how heavy music can be a source of strength for those facing mental and physical challenges. The conversation delves into the nuances of wrestling promotions, the significance of character development, and the humor found in the wrestling community. With anecdotes about celebrity encounters and discussions on pop culture, including the complexities of horror films and the nuances of music genres, this episode is a delightful blend of wrestling talk and personal stories. Don't miss Steve's unique perspective on the wrestling scene and his passion for creativity in all forms!00:00 Welcome and Introduction01:15 Meet Steve Off03:30 Wrestling Journey and Promotions10:00 Heavy Healing Documentary Discussion15:45 Celebrity Encounters and Hollywood Stories20:30 The Wrestling Community and Humor25:00 Music Genres Explained30:15 Horror Films and Their Impact35:00 Insights on Character Development in Wrestling40:00 Closing Thoughts and Future Plans45:00 How to Follow Steve Off and Pro Wrestling Magic

Professor Tricia DeGennaro returns to talk about things we need to know about in the world. And boy, is there a lot. We discuss the Panama Canal. We discuss Canada. We discuss Greenland. We discuss Europe and Russia. We discuss the Middle East. We only scratch the surface. But we did discuss the Arctic too. 

Donna Hall was born into a troubled family. Her mother seemed to have questionable taste in men. She met Donna's step-father when he was in prison and they got married within a year. Strangely, his last name was also Hall, and he was the prolific snitch in Philadelphia. But he wasn't just a snitch. When he wasn't being an abusive step-parent, he was often getting arrested. The get out of trouble, he would solve crimes for the police and prosecutors. The problem was, he made up all the information. He and Donna's mother engaged in elaborate storytelling to get innocent people arrested, charged, and convicted. One man is currently on death row for a crime he did not commit. Donna opens up about these items. She discussed the effects on her family. She has podcast series coming out to cover thhe entire stories. Oh, and the Crypt Keeper himself (Alan Katz) is part of that series. 

In this episode, we welcome the larger-than-life Ben Bishop, who brings his unique perspective on the world of wrestling and sports. Join us as we dive into everything from college basketball to the intricacies of independent wrestling, all while sharing laughs and insights on the wrestling community. Ben shares his experiences and thoughts on the current state of the industry, while also reflecting on his journey through the wrestling world. Don't miss this entertaining and insightful conversation!Chapters:(00:00) Thomas will be the new MLW world heavyweight champion(03:42) People say I'm getting cooked because I disagreed with Dave Meltzer(04:19) Haku's wrestling connection right now is Rad Pro Wrestling(16:08) With nil and transfer portal, there is no way John Morant stayed at Murray State(17:36) Billy only bets every day on baseball exclusively. Baseball is one of the most frustrating sports to gamble on(20:20) Do you think someone will eventually break Barry Bonds home run record(23:56) The Yankees used torpedo bats in spring training, but no one noticed(25:55) Vermont is quirky. (28:42) Akron Zips are the only D1 basketball team with female mascots(36:12) Why is Vermont always the safety zone in dystopian apocalyptic films(38:41) Is Vermont really an actual place? People say it's not(41:20) MLW makes every episode in six days. I learned that from South Park(44:50) Not many people do this. Let's just put it in wrestling terms, right(48:12) There's some wrestlers that pander to the IWC a little too much(48:51) What's your favorite console and why is it PlayStation 2(49:05) Thomas: I judge consoles by how they made me feel at that time(52:07) You are actually bigger than Thomas. And you are doing indies. How do you get around when traveling(54:47) Are there promotions which you're sort of your regulars at every month(57:53) Riddle says wrestlers should respect each other in locker rooms(58:48) A.J. francis is rehabilitating his public image(01:02:43) What's your masters in? Industrial Organizational Psychology(01:08:40) You know, Gravedigger's gonna win, brother. You know it. And what was the other thing on Spike or TNN(01:14:29) I'm always looking for someone to squash in about 15 seconds

Brad C. Anderson lives with his wife and puppy in Vancouver, Canada.He teaches undergraduate business courses at a local university andresearches organizational wisdom in blithe defiance of the fact mostpeople do not think you can put those two words in the samesentence without irony. Previously, he worked in the biotech sector,where he made drugs for a living (legally!).His stories have appeared in a variety of publications. His short story “Naïve Gods” waslonglisted for a 2017 Sunburst Award for Excellence in Canadian Literature of the Fantastic. Itwas published in the anthology Lazarus Risen, which was itself nominated for an Aurora Award.Ashme's Song, the latest science fiction novel by Vancouver writerBrad C. Anderson (author of Duatero), is a gritty, action-filled, far-future cyberpunk-infused science fiction tale about resistance,rebellion, and civil war—and the terrible toll it takes onindividuals and families. It releases December 17 fromShadowpaw Press.“Ashme's Song is a science fiction story exploring family andheroism at a time of civil war,” Anderson says. “I wrote this bookbecause I wanted to explore the tension between wanting to fightfor your people versus fleeing with your family.”“Ashme's Song is a gritty, thoroughly engaging, and thought-provoking exploration of timeless themes of oppression,resistance, and family ties, combined with fascinatingworldbuilding and a strong cyberpunk element,” says Edward Willett, publisher and editor ofShadowpaw Press.During the course of this, Brad teaches me what Cyberpunk v Steampunk are. We also discuss re-introducing Megafauna and bacteria v humans.

Robert D. Schulte has been an attorney for over 30 years and focuses primarily in Aviation Law. He's also a licensed commercial pilot. He's practiced both defense and plaintiff's side. He'll explain the difference. He also defends persons and entities against the FAA seeking to tkae away their licenses, among other things. We discuss the recent air incidents, the standards of care, statutes od limitations, and a whole host of related information.  

In this episode of Garden of Thought, we welcome the dynamic April Hunter, who shares her unique experiences and thoughts on a variety of intriguing topics. From her adventures in wrestling to her insights on psychedelics and the current state of the world, this episode is packed with engaging conversations. Join us as we explore the intersection of entertainment, personal growth, and the complexities of modern life!Chapters:(00:00) Garden of Thought presents the Gospel of Thomas with April Hunter(03:21) Thomas: I love doing mushrooms and going to Monster Jam(05:54) April: I think words can actually create our realities(10:16) Asked me about medicinal mushrooms and alternate medicine(18:56) A First Amendment constitutional protection to do it(19:25) There was a show called Carmen Alexa's Naked Wrestling(24:44) You gave up modeling to work for WCW or WWE(30:18) Favorite gyms in Tampa and then favorite gyms nationwide(36:44) Flash mobs were created when social media was used to bring people together(38:24) I think there's a globalist agenda behind climate change and other issues(52:57) Let's talk about best, worst restaurants in Tampa(56:35) Are you involved with any wrestling stuff these days? (01:03:09) Bringing back commercials into streaming is a disservice(01:07:55) Where can we find you outside of the A show

Bernie Taylor rejoins us because I inspired him. Yes, I inadvertently inspired the content of this episode by raising the possibility that Sagitarius was a centaur. So, cover centaurs we shall. From myths to cave art to descriptions of figures from history, we cover all the space. That includes the zodiac and constellations. That includes greek myths and Siberian tribes. No thrown rocks nor slung arrows are left unturned. Some (in)famous Jeff pontifications are laid forth.

Meet Barry Walton. He's produced 7 documentariies. He's won an Emmy. He recently published "The Unknown Adventurer". And he's either the luckiest unlucky guy or the unluckiest lucky guy. He's traveled much ofthe world. He's lost a lot of jobs. And homes. And other stuff. He's been married to the mob.He's been in a bunch of fights. He's been broke. But he's always overcome. Now he appears on this podcast to talk about himself and his book, without talking too much about himself and giving away the book. I think we did a pretty good job and had a good time doing just that. 

In this episode, we journey through the fascinating world of professional wrestling with veteran wrestler and podcaster Casey Thompson. Join us as Casey shares his experiences from the ring, his insights on the wrestling business, and his journey into podcasting. We also discuss the importance of enhancement talent, the evolution of wrestling promotions, and the behind-the-scenes dynamics that shape the industry. Don't miss this engaging conversation filled with stories, wisdom, and a touch of humor!Chapters:(01:48) We also have, co host Lufisto(02:46) Tell us a little bit about your wrestling career and obviously about the podcast(08:42) In ring Wrestling podcast was created by (13:19) You said you're a promoter too and then you switch to podcasting(18:33) You take Jerry Lynn. His stuff's real. I mean, it's basically the same thing(21:39) To this day, I still get confused between Sheikh Adnan (22:49) What's the best breakfast joint in Philly? (27:33) There's such a gap between being a wrestler and being a promoter(32:15) I had confidence in my ability, so I didn't care, and I did it(33:15) You said you bought a promotion in Canada and moved it to Florida(35:50) How is it about getting a wrestling license in Florida?(42:01) You said WWE paid for the car (48:10) I reformatted everything and used local guys that I didn't have to bring in(49:22) You say you think you're an insider, but you're not an insider(50:40) How much did they say they made?(59:07) The main event's the most important match on the card,(01:01:10) As time went by, people started to fly themselves there and hoping for bookings(01:07:46) Like every matches needs to be different. You need to bring a product that's different(01:11:35) Is your promotion still going? (01:18:32) Script King rx. com offers discounts on prescription drugs(01:22:13) Yingling podcast features guest Casey Thompson from In Ring Wrestling podcast

Shakespeare is a giant hole in my knowledge base. But I do know the occult or paranormal played center stage in many of his works. But that's about where it ends for me. So, a call to experts was needed. And like the fires of Rohan, they were answered. Enter frequent guest (and friend) Rev. Dr. David Parry and former thespian and current professional wrestler, Aron Haddad Stephens. Not only do they cover Shalespeare, but they cover pretty much everything. From esoteric schools of thought to philosophy, it's tackled from the lenses of the Elizabethan period and the modern periods. There are some history lessons along the way. Some working definitions. And certain philosophies oft identified with certain names or groups. Any useful substance I added is aided by luck. And of course I added a Dr. D David Schultz joke in. David is not your typical clergymen. And Aron is far more than a grappler. We might just have given birth to an intellectual tag team for future shows.  

Kay Smith-Blum, a former fashionista and Seattle School Board President, spends her days debunking the tropes of the mid-20th-century history. An odd dream and the recent upheaval over leaking radioactive waste tanks at the Hanford Nuclear site compelled her to write, TANGLES, named 2024 Book of the Year by the Literary Global Book Awards and Best Debut Fiction by the American Writing Awards 2024. Smith-Blum, a sunrise writer, has lived in Seattle for four decades. She works out her writer's block in her sons' gardens (which she designed) and the nearest lap pool. A Cold War Love StoryWrapped Inside an Environmental ThrillerA quietly fierce secretary,a brash young scientist,a small town cloaked in secrecy...andan entire region under threat.I checked Audible. This book has a perfect 5 star rating.CONTACTMedia or event inquiries, please contact:Erin Kelly Blum  erin [dot] blum [at] gpcommsconsulting.comBook club inquiries, contact KSB: kaysmithblum[at]gmail[dot]comLibrary inquiries contact Erin Kelly Blum:erin [dot] blum [at] gpcommsconsulting.com

Outlandish Conversations with Zicky Dice | The Gospel of ThomasIn this episode of Garden of Thought, hosts Thomas and Jeff interview the outlandish Zicky Dice. Discussions range from Dice's upcoming charity event at MomoCon to his love for Korean BBQ and Marvel rivals. Dice also shares hilarious and intense stories of his gambling experiences and his life as a professional wrestler. The episode takes a deeper dive into Dice's dogs, his past as a musician, plans for more wrestling events, and the unique crowd at MomoCon. With anecdotes about rivalries, wrestling rumors, and wild fan interactions, this episode is packed with insightful and entertaining content.00:00 Introduction and Previous Episode Recap00:14 Meet the Outlandish Zicky Dice01:41 Gambling Stories and Confessions09:03 Big Event Announcement: Outlandish Paradise at Momo Con11:35 Wrestling at Momo Con: Highlights and Challenges16:40 The Evolution of Wrestling Shows20:00 The Essence of Championship Wrestling21:16 The Bulldog Chronicles23:07 Wrestling Adventures in the Dominican Republic24:31 The Infamous Black Craft Wrestling Match26:54 Musical Journeys and Wrestling Dreams31:22 Food Talk and Korean Barbecue Confessions33:21 Shakespeare, Occult, and Wrestling Connections34:53 Band and Wrestling Crossover Ideas

Phil Marks is the host of ProWrestleTimes with a history in many entertainment areas. He's also Canadian indiginous on both sides of his family. He discusses his upbringing as indiginous in Canada, and balancing that with being a poor, city kid. We talk about the differences between the two nations that comprise his DNA. It becomes a trip down memory lane as your host's questions bring memories and knowledge. We discuss the mythology, cosmology, and the many questions I typically ask when exploring something mostly foreign to me.  

Russell Little was a boy from Amarillo, Texas who met the right woman and moved to Houston. He's also an attorney with over 40 years of practice experience in domestic and criminal law. While we do share some war stories and lawyer talk, among other things, our focus was on his two Amazon best sellers in the Mystery and Thriller category. Described as a combination of Elmore Leonard and Carl Hiaasen, Little weaves a tapestry of schemes, double crosses, corrupt lawyers, detecting and countermoves, all in the environment of Houston, Texas. There's crime. sex, hurricanes, and all manner of scenarios that you'll want to absorb before his third book comes out later this year. He's also a huge fan of The Expanse. Nuff said. 

In this episode, we welcome Shazza McKenzie, a professional wrestler who shares her journey from Australia to America. She discusses the challenges of adjusting to life in a new country, the quirks of the American dating scene, and her experiences in the wrestling industry. Join us as we explore the highs and lows of Shazza's adventures, from navigating immigration issues to the joys of discovering St. Louis cuisine. It's a lively conversation filled with laughter, insights, and a touch of nostalgia!Chapters:(00:00) This show always gets its own intro thanks to our friend at Wrestling Soup(00:22) Our special guest this week is Shazza McKenzie from Australia(01:32) Jeff Michaels: We met in America one time 13 years ago(03:02) Where were you two wrestling when you first met(07:30) Shazza shares her experience of moving from Australia to America(16:41) Being a tenant in America is different than being in a tenant Australia(22:53) What's the difference between the dating scenes in America and Australia(26:45) Under no circumstances do you date anyone that buys a ticket to the show(29:08) Have you heard of Australians buying their way into America for a green card(34:12) Your life is consumed by professional wrestling, which is a blessing and a curse(38:54) Who's your support system?(45:47) St. Louis is known for toasted rams and barbecue(48:45) Let's do a little dating show for shaza(50:13) You came up through Ring of Honor dojo in 2009(52:21) You can come up with minimum criteria for contestants, including hygiene(59:03) Thomas: I think it'd be a fun idea to get married in Vegas(59:51) Shazza, what's your schedule? Right. What do you have? What's coming up(01:04:27) Shaza will be promoting MLW Wrestling's Battle Riot 40 on April 5

Les Durrant joins us in the Garden to discuss UFOs. We discuss the blurring of the former lines between UFOology and religious paranormal. Les reveals he has an innate ability to summons UFOs using something akin to telepathy. We talk about different alien races. This is all during a time when there is a hot civil war within the UFO community. He also took me (and you) through actual documents from the Reagan Presidential Library, NATO, and various public government .gov and .mil addresses to review records verifying programs and patents and other information about items like teleportation, mind control, triangle and diamond shaped vessels, etc. Even Johns Hopkins University's site has such information. It was quite revelatory. The listener gets to follow along with me as Les guides me to certain sites and we review some of the startling contents.Les has been involved with MUFON, recently hosted a UFO conference, and has appeared on multiple episodes of the docu-series "Encounters: The Complete Interviews".

This is a seismic episode with eruptive qualities. Because we're joined by Dr. Jeffrey Zurek, a Geophysicist and Vulcanist. So, we get sciency in the Garden way. Is the Earth's core made from a planetary collision? Are all atolls volcanoes? Is the caldera of Yellowstone an imminent threat? What's the difference between a caldera and volcano? Is The Great Salt Lake a big liar? Is an irradiated Godzilla Armidillo a risk? When the polarity shifts, does clockwise become counterclockwise? Where do continents begin and end? These and many other questions are addressed and, yes, we get real answers to these and some realer life stuff too.

It's taken 5 appearances from JJ Johnson of Southern Demonology for us to get to demons. But, here there be demons. The views of demons changed very much once Christianity spread versus before. So we start with Mesopotamia in Sumer, Babylon, Akka and the Levant. We visit and clarify on certain figures like Lilith, Lamasu, Pazzuzu, Peimon and Moloch. Is Beelzebub Ba'al or the reverse? Or neither? How did Zoroastrianism change everything? Some familiar numbers are discussed. Of course, we cover Satan, Lucifer, the Devil and other topics. Which writings are worth your time. Which aren't might surprise you. Are Djinn demons? Are Nephilim demons? Let's dive into the underworld and beyond to discuss actual demonology according to actual canonical texts and some adjacent writings.  

Pam Conboy and Rev. Dr. Leah Linder felt so strongly about the health properties of mushrooms that they made it a mission. Not just any mission. They obtained 501(c)(3) church status with a sacred belief system, ritual and programs all revolving around the proper pathways to enlightenment through the natural mind freeing properties of certain mushrooms. This is not a new phenomenon. Many of the great religions were based and propigated through assisted communion with the sacred. Whether it's the origins of Santa Claus to shamanic journeys to the Oracles to wine as part of religious ceremony, these are all derived from similar goals. We hear about the philosophy, the medicine, and the science. Yes, we get biochemical and nueroscience in this Garden. And you can join the church too. Come on in and give it a listen.

Gary Wayne re-enters the Garden to discuss The Watchers, Demons and The Four Horsemen of the apolcalypse. In this discussion, he ties in the Annunaki, the Igigi, Titans and Olympians, and many other beings and figures of myth and history. What is a demon? Who is Satan? Why are there more Satans? This forces us to describe the different kinds of Angels, which leads to the Horsemen. I can't do justice to the scope of this discussion in my description. You'll need to listen.

Logan Swanson is the host of The Land Fixer podcast. He's also been in the real estate business for a decade. He went from a career in construction and the services industry to an accomplished buyer and seller of land throughout the United States. There are some similarities to our prior week's guest, but it's mostly an entirely different business model. 

Another curiosity checked off my list. Thanks to Cee the Superior, we finally tackled to Peacock. It's not just NBC that;s proud as a peacock. The peacock is ubiqitous in cosmologies, mythologies, and symbology around the world and across traditions. So, I sent Cee to researching. And research she did! But the unusual happened: I researched too. And acquired someone else's research and actually read it! He's Hera's favorite animal. He's pre-eminent in India. He's associated with Osiris. There's also the Peacock Angel in what we'll call the Abrahamic religions. I learned about the Yezidi who have The Peacock as both creator God and ruler of the world. So, my notion that the Peacock was more important than just being a pretty fella turned out to be true. Come on in and listen.

In this episode, we take a captivating journey into the world of professional wrestling with Max Smashmaster, a veteran wrestler and owner of the New England Pro Wrestling Academy. Max shares his origin story, recounting his early days in wrestling, his time with Chikara, and the lessons he learned along the way. We also explore the importance of branding in wrestling promotions, the creative process behind character development, and the challenges of running a wrestling school. Join us for an engaging conversation filled with insights, humor, and a touch of nostalgia!Chapters:(00:00) The Got, uh, PJ will be back, allegedly, next week(00:18) Max Smashmaster chats with our guest, Mr. Thomas. We will happily do so(02:08) Tell us your origin story in professional wrestling(05:12) Max Massmasters: The Eagles beat the Chiefs yesterday in the Super Bowl(09:02) Max Smashmaster's name was thrust upon him at a Chikara event(12:14) What do you learn as a small business owner and how do you transition(17:42) Cara: You have a brand. And your brand is different than everything else there(23:26) Thomas Ciccar: A lot of my learning from wrestling came from characters(25:46) How do you incorporate appearance talent into the ongoing stories of Rad Pro Wrestling(30:51) M Still my bud. I'm a Baltimore guy, so I saw a lot of Ringo(31:13) Someone put it on Twitter that you were on the Sentai Death Squad(32:47) Thomas Max: Did you see any of the Super Bowl commercials(33:16) Jeff Probst: Mayonnaise is not a thing in Jewish deli(36:29) I have two questions about cooking competitions and the bear series(41:31) I bought her the Top Chef cookbook. I thought that would be a good gift(42:21) The Menu is more of a psychological thriller than a horror movie(43:59) Did any of the super bowl commercials appeal to you at all(44:24) What do you like right now in wrestling? What storylines are you here for(46:50) Thomas: Kendrick Lamar dissed Drake at the Super Bowl(48:56) What is your favorite video game system and why is it PlayStation 2(50:20) Rad Pro Wrestling has a big event coming up on February 15th(54:28) Devastation Corporation is always open for business, Jeff(56:06) Tell Jeff about the fantasy camps that sell out very quickly(58:01) Mr. M. Thomas is a certified chef(58:21) Next MLW M show will be is the Battle Riot in Los Angeles(59:58) Thomas: If you subscribe to Garden of Doom, you get three shows(01:01:10) Is Baba Thunder still part of Contra? Or is he working with

This episode we jump into the world of real estate. This might become a bit of a miniseries. You might have heard terms like Family Office; Property Wholesaler; Flipping: We Buy Houses for Cash. What do they all mean? Who are these folks? Lane Kawaoka gives us his views from the top. His book, and methodology, "The Wealth Elevator" explores his journey from traditional employee saving via a employer sponsored 401K to someone owning multiple rental properties, and ultimately to forming syndicates or groups of investors in much bigger spaces. Beyond that. he makes a lot of his tools and methods absolutely free. 

Professor Jon F. White from Crecganford returns to cover the topic of the great serpent. Yes, dragons. Were they always dragons? Turns out probably not. Snakes are the original universal human boogeyman. There's all sorts of evidence for that proposition. But the myths support this too. The snake and the oldest dragons have more in common than the fire breathing children of Kalesi or Smog from Tolkien fame. What did these serpents represent whether guardian or enemy? As usual, we traverse the world and back to survey various myths and analyze when and why snakes turned into some form of larger, more terrible reptile, and ultimately into what we all picture when we utter "dragon". Where does fire breathing come from? What did St.George slay? How does using a cow's head as fishing bait relate to Thor's epic end? Plus, a few sidetracks and backtracks. 

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The Garden welcomes back Professor Richard Spence to do deeper dives into some of the well known historic occult groups. From the Essenes to the Freemasons, we touch on many well known groups or schools of thought, and try to draw throughlines where possible. We also discuss some popular media and a bit of fact checking. Is there a direct connection between the Cathars and Templars? What was the relationship between the Templars and the Assassins? We touch on our old friends, the Gnostics. Is Mary connected to the Cult of Isis? What did Dan Brown do and not do? In this almost 2200 year survey, we hit a lot.Professor Spence is a Professor Emeritus from the University of Idaho. He has authored several books and has presented the lectures for several The Great Courses.

Dr. Edwin Barnhart of the Maya Exploration Center. You know him from Season 2 of Netflix's Ancient Apocalypse, Earth Ancients and the ArcheoEd podcast. He previously dazzled us with information about Mezoamerica. Today, the working topic was the Incas. And we did cover the Incas. But we also covered some of the prior peoples. Covered the religions and the continuity of beliefs. We talk about the topics from the Vera Cocha to Camelids. Who built those roads? How old is Machu Picchu? What are Ed's thoughts on Archeology versus Hancockians? As always, we meander with unplanned purpose and uncover items that you want to hear. 

We welcome back Professor Michael York to discuss Canaanite Gods. This includes the Israelites, Akkadians, Babylonians, and others. Due to proximity, we venture a bit into Sumeria, Egypt, Vedic India and beyond. We even touch upon Hittites, Minoans and Sea Peoples. But it's mostly Yahweh versus Ba'al with a dash of Inanna and Ashura, and other easy to pronounce names. Along the way we discuss soime recurring themes like evil baby eating Gods to matriarchal godheads versus patriarchal godheads. Somewhere along the line, Margorie Taylor Green came up. Oh my! Anyway, you don't want to miss this regional Gods discussion, which had earlier roots and ramifications that continue today.And I wasn't crazy about AI and translation. The Professor found this afterwards  https://www.hellenic.org.au/post/the-babylonian-engine#:~:text=The%20AI%20model%20was%20trained,and%20from%20cuneiform%20symbols%20directly.

Keegan Dimitrijevic is of Serbian descent, is born and raised in Canada, Studies towards his Masters in Indigenous literature, and has trained with the likes of Seth Rollins and Josh Alexander as he is a working professional wrestler. From the history of Canadian colonization related to the indigenous, to an overview of the Nations, we discuss many items. Dimitrijevic indicated I asked hard hitting, good questions. I botched my chance to call it Podcast Strong Style. We covered mystical beings like the Wendigo. We discussed religious and spiritual items. What's a Totem? Is Rush good or do we all pretend they're good? Is Alpha Flight a lame super team? Do the Northern Lights and aerial phenomenon influence Indigenous beliefs? We even discuss some wrestling. But mostly the academic pursuits and my typical questions.

Jeff and MLW's Mr. Thomas bring you the Gospel of Thomas while PJ is on assignment (OK, he was in Vegas). We bring you the Syren's Song. Syren wrestled for 21 years. Since then, she became ordained while following witchcraft. She is a good witch and does a show with another witch, who is also an empath and psychic. She tells us about her journey from wrestling to witch. As always, Thomas asks the questions we all need answers to. 

Deric Gilliard went from the civil rights and social justice space into the Federal governement, where he worked 25 years. He served under the past 5 administrations and is an expert in health care policy and communications. We discuss the Affordable Care Act, the art of legislation, the polarization of politics, and other topics.Deric A. Gilliard retired in 2022, after 25 years as a federal employee working withpolitical appointees in the Clinton, Bush, Obama, Trump, and Biden administrations.Prior to his work as public affairs advisor to the HHS regional directors for the eightsoutheastern states, Gilliard served as the national communications director for Dr.King's organization, the Southern Christian Leadership Conference. Gilliard also workedin communications for two HBCUs and wrote for USA Today, Time, and the WichitaEagle-Beacon, and was an editor for the Atlanta Daily World. Gilliard is currentlyworking as a consultant with WSP, a multi-national company that was awarded a grantby the DOI to develop a National Park Service monument to honor and memorialize thecontributions of the 1961 Freedom Riders. He is a career communications professionaladept at strategic planning and the execution of communication strategies that promoteorganizational messaging and branding. Key policy issues within his portfolio includethe Affordable Care Act, maternal health, HIV/AIDS, SUDS, Medicaid expansion,healthcare access, COVID, diversity, and the CARES Act. A public speaker andhistorian, Gilliard spoke to the troops in Germany shortly before Desert Storm andserved as the first keynote speaker at the Rosa Parks Museum in Montgomery, AL. Theson of military parents, Gilliard also served as the principal non-Muslim promoter of theMillion Man March, covered the Atlanta Missing and Murdered Children cases andworked with SCLC President Lowery to raise the issues of economic justice, voterredistricting, and the burning of the black churches. Gilliard authored his master's thesison Joseph Echols Lowery and the Resurrection of the Southern Christian LeadershipConference. He is author of Living in the Shadows of a Legend: Unsung Heroes and'Sheroes' who Marched with Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Earning his B.A. in Journalismat the University of Kansas and his M.A. in African-American Studies at Georgia StateUniversity, Gilliard is a member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., and the NationalAssociation of Black Journalists.

Greg Ogles is an independent filmmaker, researcher and bigfoot seeker. He's produced two movies. The first is "The Legend of the Downing Booger" and the newest is "The Land Between the Lakes". Both films explore and document American Bigfoot events. We discuss how he got into these endeavors. We also discuss how one equips themselves and the logistics and planning of such expeditions. Of course we discuss his encounters and experience in tracking and finding this legendary cryptid. 

Richard Freeman is a cryptozoologist. He searches for animals thought to be extinct, of different sizes than believed, and creatures of legend. He's found compelling evidence of a unknown species of Orangatan. He's been on the trail of the yeti, and some of it's cousin species. He's sough the Caspian tiger. We discuss his exploits, successes, near misses, and continuing goals. This includes a discussion on the Tasmanian Wolf, the Mongolian Death Worm, the Pink Headed Duck, the Dodo, and more. Oh. And dragons.www.cfz.org.ukhttps://www.amazon.co.uk/Highest-Strangeness-Richard-Freeman/dp/1909488720/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2JJSYH3QRKOW5&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.h3JLyclPgaCelTXL5fI0anHOyrvg7hZQX5KYSB2dmAE.QaQensITGlVEEcYm6PL-5hKLpGbusuawVIoEyI2_sk0&dib_tag=se&keywords=the+highest+strangeness&nsdOptOutParam=true&qid=1734306417&s=books&sprefix=the+highest+strangeness%2Cstripbooks%2C136&sr=1-1The Highest StrangenessEnter

Jennifer Sutherland is an award winning poet, author and attorney. Perhaps most importantly, she's a multi time guest in the Garden. Christmas is filled with joys and iconic movies and specials that we've cherished for generations. And a lot of them are creepy, concerning and a little terrifying. We visit some of those in this show. Like the Ghosts of Dickensian fame, we take you to your various stages and wrestle with these properties and our relationships with them. From Wooden Soldiers to Santa Claus, no one is completely spared.

This episode of 'Garden of Doom Presents' is hosted by Mr. Thomas, filling in for PJ Black. The discussion includes humorous instances, personal anecdotes, and insights into professional wrestling, particularly from MLW. Highlights include an interview with special guest AJ Scales, who shares his experiences and responsibilities within MLW. Topics range from the assassination of a health insurance CEO to the joys of ice cream cakes and reflections on classic wrestling events. The episode also explores conspiracy theories related to drones and celebrities, while offering a lighthearted take on potential political changes. Contributions from Jeff Lippman provide additional context and humor, culminating in a promotion for both Mr. Thomas's role and AJ Scales's podcast, 'AJ Presents the Greater Good.'00:00 Introduction and Host Banter00:45 Guest Introduction: AJ Skiles01:56 AJ's Role and Contributions04:36 MLW and Wrestling Insights06:10 New York Incident Discussion11:24 CEO Assassination and Security12:53 Food and Fast Food Rants18:13 Cash App and Payment Methods35:09 Conspiracy Theories and Cloning39:06 Guns and Their Uses39:46 Skeet Shooting and Recruitment41:15 Gun Culture and Cults42:05 Cult Recruitment and Denzel Washington45:13 Holiday Plans and Traditions48:32 Wrestling Events and Nostalgia54:10 Behind the Scenes in Wrestling01:06:59 Podcast Plugs and Farewells

God provides for the blind vulture. The tarantula doesn't toil. White roosters. The Golden Rule. The reap what you sow. Some of these sound familiar. Some probably do not. However, all are aspects of African proverbs. Our guest this episode. Chris Moorehouse, wrote a landmark book entitled "Legacy: Wisdom of African Traditions and the Bible. Moorehouse investigated the proverbs over numerous peoples and languages throughout Africa and the results speak for themselves. We discuss those aspects and I successfully divert him into some tangents and meanderings of my own. Chris Morehouse holds a Master's of Public and International Affairs from the University of Pittsburgh, where he focused on economic and social development in Africa. He has long admired the way that African proverbs encapsulate profound wisdom in vivid ways. A legacy for all, African proverbs often accord with Judeo-Christian teachings. He serves as a deacon at Shepherdstown Presbyterian Church in Shepherdstown, West Virginia, where he lives with his family.Legacy: Wisdom of African Traditions and the Bible | Audiobook on Spotify

Les Leopold is the co-founder and executive director of the Labor Institute. He is a graduate of Oberlin College and the Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs at Princeton University.[1]Books[edit]Wall Street's War on Workers: How Mass Layoffs and Greed Are Destroying the Working Class and What to Do About It (2024)[2]Runaway Inequality: An Activist's Guide to Economic Justice (Labor Institute Press, 2015)[3]How to Make a Million Dollars an Hour: Why Financial Elites Get Away With Siphoning off America's Wealth (John Wiley and Sons, 2013)[4]The Looting of America: How Wall Street's Game of Fantasy Finance destroyed our Jobs, Pensions and Prosperity, and What We Can Do About It (Chelsea Green Publishing, 2009)[5]The Man Who Hated Work and Loved Labor: The Life and Times of Tony Mazzocchi (Chelsea Green Publishing, 2006)[6][7][8][9][10][11][12]We talk politics, policy and economics. This covers deregulation to the opiods cisis. It's a little doomy, but if the world listens to us, we may just preserve the union.

We're joined this week by Bernie Taylor. Call it confirmation bias if you like, but I got a lot of validation in this episode. Taylor takes us through cave art found around the pillars of Hercules, among other places, to document the earliest zodiac found. From that and knowledge of which animals are represented, he put together the story which might be the first story. We follow the hero through the horizon and the directions, to reveal the heroe's journey. Perhaps the holy or noble diver. The origin of the winged gods, the mer-gods, cerebus, most of the labors of Hercules. And, if you listen carefully, you'll probably hear echoes of Gilgamesh and Beowulf and life emerging from mountains or turning into natural features. The real lack of Atlantis might also be established. We go back at least 34,000 years to answer many of the questions we've been asking for eras. 

Jim Viera has been everywhere in alternative history and archeology circles. He refers to himself as a non dogmatic centrist. Jim Vieira is a stonemason, author, explorer and host of the History Channel shows "Search for the Lost Giants" (2014) "Roanoke: Search for the Lost Colony" (2015) and "Return to Roanoke: Search the Seven" (2016). He is also co-author of Giants on Record with Hugh Newman. He's done many videos with his brother and has worked with Andrew Collins, among others.We started with Edgar Cayce and his visions. From there we discussed more or less everything. From political philosophy to Zacharia Sitchin, to the androgenous mercreatures of so many pre-history to early history cultures. In there, we visited upon the Tepes, the ages of men and only men. Where legends and myths might be used for racist propaganda. Of course we discussed giants, polydactyls, and megalyths. 

What is a synomym for a red line? Perhaps, a border. What is "The Red Line"? It's the gold standard for geopolitical podcasts. Mike Hilliard, the host of "The Red Line" re-enters the Garden for his most recent visit to the Garden multiverse. When you have a premier expert in international geopolitics, of course you ask for some quick hits on minor issues like the Syrian Regime, Russian hypersonic missiles, North Korean adventurism, the world reacts to a Trump re-election, etc. But our main event is bribery. What's the etiquette of international bribery if you are hypothetically an international war correspondent who needs to make it from Turkey to Tajiskitan? What shouldn't Australian citizen journalists do when confronted by Iranian police? Who do you talk to at the borders? And, of course, more. Don't try this at hom...abroad. This is for informational and entertainment purposes only.

Author of over 50 books, Caroline Lawrence enters the Garden. While we discuss a lot of things, our focus is on Hermes (Mercury for the Romans). We get his origin story. Lawrence makes sense as to why Hermes is the God of so many seemingly disparate things. We venture into Troy and the Aenied, Joseph Campbell, and talk a little Lucifer and Odin. Hermes might be the Mapquest of Gods. Hopefully, we'll hear more from Caroline in the future on Gods, Aesops Fables, our mutual love of Deadwood,etc. An excerpt from Caroline Lawrence.comHi! I'm Caroline Lawrence and I write books for kids. I'm best known for my 17-book Roman Mysteries series (which was televised by the BBC in 2007 & 2008) but I have also written books set in the American Wild West and Ancient Greece. I love history, movies, London and the craft of writing. Click on the links to see more information about me, my books and my public appearances.​Her newest book is "Pantheon:An Illustrated Handbook to the Greek Gods & Goddesses". I'm told there are heroes and monsters in there also. 

This episode, I interview Maggie Mills. She's a ghostwriter, writing coach, editor and more. And while we did cover some ground that I intended, at some point the interviewee became the interviewer. We discussed Copyrights and the industry and "work made for hire" status, but she got too much out of me. Me! Who even knows what I revealed? So you're getting two shows for one this week. Hopefully, you'll learn a bunch about her and not too much about me.Maggie MillsGhostwriter /author coach / editor /accountability partnerVisit and subscribe. Please and thank you … Let's connect … Maggie@MaggieMills.comwww.linkedin.com/in/maggiemillswriter https://www.youtube.com/@take-maggies-word-for-itMaggieMills.comTakeMaggiesWordforIt.com