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Welcome to the Garden of Doom, where some things grow and others not so much. This is an exploration of our world; the hidden world beneath; and the world beyond. Your hosts, Sha & Jeff will explore current events, pop culture, cryptozoology; Theo-mythology; alien encounters; the historíes of mankind; and the occasional Irish whip into wrestling; and more. So join us, every epic has its beginning.

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    Garden of Thought E. 335 Gods of a New World

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2025 67:58 Transcription Available


    We welcome in author Ryan Melsom for a wide ranging discussion centered on his newest techno thriller in the cyberpunk tradition.Set in the near future after the world we know collapsed andwas rebuilt through new AI-powered technology, Gods of aNew World is a a mind-bending cyberpunk thriller of rebellionand redemption."I think we're all wondering what the explosion of artificialintelligence means for the future of humanity, and that'sexactly what Gods of a New World explores,” says Melsom.“I've long been fascinated by the intersections amongtechnology, society, and spirituality, so I feel like my interestswere made for this moment.”“Gods of a New World is a fascinating exploration of an all-too-plausible future, and also a fast-paced adventure with an intriguing dose of metaphysicalspeculation,.The trillionaires were powerful enough to reshape the world, but it wasn't enough. Now theywant more . . .In a world where trillionaires assisted by powerful AIs call themselves gods, a world wheremiracles are engineered and secret technology is wired into the very air, James Kessler andMaree Shell stumble upon a conspiracy that defies possibility: the new gods' plan to encodetheir consciousness into the world and seize control of reality itself, to literally become the godsthey have so far only pretended to be.From the world's gleaming new AI-crafted cities to the crumbling ruins of the old ones, the twounlikely allies, one a childhood survivor of the Bad Times and the other a privileged daughter of2wealth, must run a gauntlet of hostile AIs, vengeful modern-day gods, and mysterious ancientdeities, desperately trying to disrupt the plans of the most powerful people who have everlived. Nothing less than the fate of free will itself hangs in the balance.More about the authorRyan Melsom has never stopped dreaming about new ways he could get ideas out of his headand into the world. He holds a PhD in literature from Queen's University and has long beenfascinated with the interplay among culture, technology, spirituality, spaces, and humannature. Through the years he has explored these topics through numerous creative media,including two previous works of fiction, academic writing, experimental web spaces, musicprojects, and a black belt in karate. He grew up in Kamloops, British Columbia, and now lives inOttawa with his wife and two boys

    Garden of Thought E.334 Cleric of Arcana

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2025 71:11 Transcription Available


    The Cleric of Chaos rejoins the Garden to discuss and educate on the more modern aspects of the Left Hand side. Including a working origin of that descriptor.We start with the no very ancient symbol known as Baphomet. It's likely origins and it's misuse over the last few centuries. We also address the Chruch of Satan, Luciferians, the Satanic Panic - then and now, and some prominent names.Perfect for year round, but especially during spooky season.

    Garden of Thought E.333 Bask in Basque Mythology

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2025 75:09 Transcription Available


    Bernie Taylor's back and he's bringing the knowledge. He doesn't just have the writings, he actually has the cave paintings. Thousands of years old. In the mysterious Basque territories. For those who don't know, the Basques are a people who live along the borders of Spain and France. They have wanted an independent state for a long time.But it's just that, their language is not related to any neighboring or nearby languages. A quasi-isolate. They also have a different general appearance than many Iberians and Franks. Bernie gives us a tour of the geography and their mythology. We start with the Queen of the Gods. Yes. Queen. And we explore from there. We find some similarities to old friends and some aspects relatively unique to most European religions for the past four or five millennia. Not all caves to the underworld are bad. Or, are they?

    GoT Limited Series Dark (Season 3)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2025 114:16 Transcription Available


    Dina, Joey and myself complete our review of Dark. Season 3. Do you agree with our conclusions?

    GoT PRESENTS: BRICK SAVAGE

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2025 68:48 Transcription Available


    Mr. Thomas and myself meet Brick Savage. Remember this name. You've seen the footage of his one armed power slam. Now you'll hear his story. Listen while Thomas tries to entrap me and Brick meanly assists. Learn about Bomaye Fight Club. We also talk about horror movies like Weapons. Yes, PWI rankings are raised. Yes, there's a paranormal experience. And we introduce something called "crazy thing a family member has done". 

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    Garden of Thought E.332 Celtic, Slavic, Romani and More

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2025 74:25 Transcription Available


    We welcome back on Joseph J. Alexander, a veteran of many hats in pro wrestling, He's also clergy of a religious organization and a student of many areas of the esoteric, arcane, historic and religious. He's on a prior episode under a Gospel of Thomas title if interested.Today we talk about the numerous waves of Celtic mythology, as well as Celtic history and folklore. The overlaps to Norse and Germanic are addressed and acts as a natural bridge into the less known Slavic mythos. From there, we delve into the mysterious Romani or Strega mythos. Since I dabble (perhaps dangerously) in comparative mythology, we draw comparisons to better known figures from Greek, Egyptian and other pantheons.We enjoyed a far ranging conversation in an efficient amount of time. An enormous value at any price.  

    Garden of Thought E.331 Atlas 3i, Mars and Aliens

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2025 98:58 Transcription Available


    Dr. John Brandenburg is an astrophysicist who's worked for two Department of Energy Nuclear labs, and spent over a decade working with the military and intelligence departments in the United States. He's back in the forefront in researching anamolies about Mars and other matters regarding space.We discuss Atlas 3i and it's predecessor, Mars itself, chemistry and physics, and aliens. Specifically, three races that are involved with Earth. Why does he think Atlas is technology and not natural? Why is he not frightened by this? Can I change his mind? Because I tried to.

    Garden of Thought E.330 MLB Agent

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2025 59:42 Transcription Available


    David Pasti is a Maryland attorney who also happened to be a Major League Baseball Agent for a number of years. We discuss his story, his practice and the A to Z of becoming and being an Agent for one of the premier sports leagues in the world. 

    GoT PRESENTS: MLW Champion Mads Krule Krügger

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2025 62:51 Transcription Available


    Thomas & I welcome in our first reigning world champion, MLW Heavyweight champion Mads Atrosity Krule Krugger. The black hlove of Contra Unit. Sure we chit chat about wrestling and all his many names. We make sure to establish that he and Thomas hit each other very hard. We establish Krule is producing mini Krules to establish a Krule dynasty. We might have broken some news. A spoiler: CW Anderson isn't dead. That one is free. You have to listen for the rest. No, I did not ask about Baba Thunder.We talk about food, protests, scratchy voices, Alien Earth, ghost stories and UFO's. Did I make a new friend? Maybe. I didn't not make a new friend. 

    Garden of Thought E.329 King Solomon

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2025 68:02 Transcription Available


    This show was to be about King Solomon and the ring and the demons. And it is. But we covered so much more that we may have to do a part two. Who was Solomon? When was Solomon? What led to Solomon?Well, that takes us back to Adam and Eve. Our old friend, Lilith. A whole lot on The Satan. A touch of Cain. Some parts on Moses. A whole bunch on angels, Archangels, Fallen Angels (Nephilim). Bethsheba, Ben Yohada, The ring, other rings, mountains as prisons, underground lairs, and the Scarecrow. Oh yeah, some Temple construction aspects. A dash of numerology. A touch of magic. Plenty of Yeshiva Kabbalah. And discussion on letters and numbers. You really don't want to miss this episode. 

    GoT Presents: The Gospel Of Thomas - RICKY REYES

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2025 59:30 Transcription Available


    Ricky Reyes is a veteran of Ring of Honor among other promotions. In fact, he was CM Punk's roommate and assumed a lease for ole' Chick Magnet. Yes, we will discuss that. But most importantly to me, he was a henchman wrestler working for the very corrupt Dario Cueto, while also being an undercover cop infiltrating Dario's odios organization. We get a unique PJ story, We also discuss Ricky's career, what's he up to, and what he's about. 

    Garden of Thought E.327 Megalithic Mystery

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2025 77:36 Transcription Available


    Aaron Hynes is an explorer, researcher, former resident of Peru, tour guide, future resident of Peru, and the host of Breaking Ancient News. Aaron has a fascination with ancient civilizations and the unanswered gaps left by accepted archeology. While we spend most of our time discussing the Andean civilizations, we're not limited to that region. Hynes believes there was a root culture that harnessed certain technologies that have been lost to time. We discuss what the people of Peru told him they believe and what their histories tell. We visit some olf "friends" such as Vera Cocha and Uriel and Prometheus. 

    Garden of Thought E.328 Lost Giants of Atlantis

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2025 59:15 Transcription Available


    We are joined by author and researcher Patrick Chouinard, who discusses his work on the Lost Giants of Atlantis. Let's get this out of the way: he doesn't believe in a physical place named Atlantis. He uses the common word as a placeholder for an advanced civilization lost to history. He also uses the word Aryan, but not in the corrupted way that's become the common use. Rather, the ancient use which simply traces the Iranic peoples from Asia, throughout Eurasia, the Near East, and beyond and very clearly the full spectrum of skin colors.Patrick's book has an excellent summary of many myths and lore from around the world dealing with giants and persons of great impact (not necessarily of enormous height).This is a nice companion to the prior episode which dealth primarily with the archeology. This episode deals primarily with the lore around beings. 

    Garden of Thought E.326 Mandela-Geek Effect

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2025 113:26 Transcription Available


    The Bayou Geek (singular), Maximus returns to discuss some light fare conspiracies. Mainly Mandela Effect items. Some I've heard and had. Some are new to me. This was mostly fun and games until I blasphemed. Repeatedly. Oh well. I'm a heretic. Was there a werwolf themed monster cereal? Would you rather be a werewolf or a vampire? Are aliens walking among us? And those silly bears.It's in here. 

    GoT Limited Series Dark (Season 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2025 92:30 Transcription Available


    We're back. But it's not clear when. It's season 2 of Dark and we're untangling the triquenta knot over at least 5 time zones and parellel stories. Between the three of us, maybe we got it right. 

    Garden of Thought E.325 Afterlife Without God?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2025 63:37 Transcription Available


    Liz Entin lost her father several years ago. That led her down a path of researching and exploration. And despite being dubious of the existence of any God, she does believe there is an afterlife. This show is our discussion,Liz has written two books, with a third coming, both with the title WTF Just Happened as the top line title. She has a podcast of the same name. 

    GoT Limited Series Dark (Season 1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2025 107:23 Transcription Available


    I was requested to weigh in on the show "Dark". The problem was, I hadn't watched it. The lesser problem was I didn't want to do a solo show on a three season show. So, one of the suggesters was recruited and he, in turn, recruited another. Thus, three Lynbrook, NY public school kids - now AARP members - reunited for the first time to review the German mystery box show "Dark",Note: There are spoilers. Constantly. Like every aspect will be spoiled. We might not be right, but we are revealing everything as we understood the show.This limited series is aiming to cover 1 season per podcast episode. 1 for 1 so far. This is season 1.Your intrepid host is yours truly. And our guests are returning guest and artist, DIna Levy. Also known as the person called before me in attendance for like 10 years. Also, we are joined by loyal listener, musician. and semi retired smart guy, Joey Restivo. His credits include actually visiting me once in Baltimore. The outro music is courtesy of Pre War Yardsale.

    Garden of Thought E.324 Exclaves and Enclaves

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2025 70:30 Transcription Available


    The Red Line podcast's, Mike Hilliard, re-enters the Garden to discuss some oddities in certain borders. There are exclaves and enclaves throughout the world. Some have been with us so long, they confuse us as to their status as a State or otherwise. They often are points of contention, simmering or active conflicts, and a cause of wars. We go over some of the better known ones. But the fun part, is going over some of the lesser known ones. Although I suppose that depends where you are from.We also review some of the political and military issues in situ.And because Mike knows me so well, he knew we'd stumble into South America and by any pretense, I'd get him to discuss Venezuala. And did not disappoint.

    GoT Presents: The Gospel Of Thomas - DOUG "THE EPIC" MALO

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2025 53:27 Transcription Available


    Yes, we do talk about Raja Jackson, but only a little and mostly due to the recent developments. Mostly, we talk about fun stuff. Like how Aleister Black made Doug sad. Like what did Mr. Thomas do for his summer vacation. Like how Mr. T is getting some action cards. Like what do both guys like to eat and will they have an eating contest in Cali. Most importantly, what does The Epic and me have in common? You'll laugh. You'll cry, You'll enjoy the whole thing. My grade: F. Why? Because I failed to ask what day of wrestling school did he have to learn the Rikishi dance.

    Garden of Thought E.323 Serpents and Dragons

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2025 86:21 Transcription Available


    We welcome back in Prof. Jon F. White from Crecganford to discuss the historic mythological evoluation of dragons. When did dragons grow into Smog from basically an oversized winged lizard?We trace the stories of the past and try to apply them to arenas we all recognize. How did serpents turn into dragons? But many of these serpents were enormous. Size of the primordial waters of the universe big. Encircling the world big. Making up all the bodies of water on Earth big. A beast that a hero and/or god needed to slay big. Is the snake is Eden related? Is my latest latest latest obsession - Ophiuchus - related? Jon entertains some of my notions. He dispells some others. And he sticks to the evidence that research supports. Wait...what about fire? We got that.

    Garden of Thought E.322 Oils and Crusts

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2025 58:41 Transcription Available


    Bet you thought this episode was about pizza. Nope.We welcome back Geophysicist, Dr. Jeffrey Zurek, to discuss a couple of issues on my mind. Both have very real geopolitical aspects. But we still tried to have fun.Currently, the United States is engaging in a policy that can be described as "Fortress America". Basically, an economic plan of isolationalism. Part of this is "drill baby, drill". However, we can't drill our way into eliminating petroleum imports. Why? Geology and chemistry.  The other item is what is a continent? Turns out there is international law on the subject. Nonetheless, there are activities and convenient geology and even archeogeology which could upend these accepted principles.Tune in and learn and enjoy. I know I did both.

    Garden of Thought E.321 Back to the Nile

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2025 43:31 Transcription Available


    Folks, I rarely suggest you need to listen to a prior episode, but if you're not pretty familiar with Egyptian mythology, you should seek out the prior episode or two where our guest appeared. Who's the guest? The magician, Mogg Morgan of the Mandrake. It's been a while since we visited Egypt on the show. I've learned so much since then. I've forgotten more. And I've come up with more half baked theories.But I did have some specific questions for Morgan. I may have even gotten some of those. Among them is why are Ammon and Ra one or two entities? Was Imhotep a person, people or god? Where does Thoth fit in? Did Egyptians acknowledge and "conquer" and/or assimilate gods of other civilizations? Why animal heads? Who were the Kushites and Nubians? We talk psycho pomps. We  talk Hathor. I might have gotten further away from understanding the journey of the dead, or not quite dead. Just how many administrative gods can a pantheon have? Turns out a lot. And next time we have Mogg, we get into the age of demigods and the Egyptian Nephilim. Maybe. 

    Garden of Thought E.320 Africa and Space

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2025 59:21 Transcription Available


    Ruvimbo Samaga is an African lawyer with multiple degrees. She currently practices in Zimbabwe, her country of birth. She's achived many accolades and is a frequent speaker, consultant, alumnus of the Space Court Foundation's Lachs Moot Court competition, and has a start up related to space based technology to aid agriculture.We discuss her journey and her understanding and involvement with African interests in space. In addition to Africa's approaches to creating space programs and influencing space policy and regulation on an international basis.Of course I talk about Bond villains. Of course we talk about treaties and international law and some of my greatest hits. But we mostly focus on Samaga's insights and experience. And the Garden continues it's (unique?) podcast journey into exploring space interests and policies around the world.

    Gospel of Thomas - Kwon Chronicles II: Joseph J Alexander - a Sinister Minister?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2025 55:57 Transcription Available


    Ikuro Kwon & I are joined by Joseph J. Alexander. Joseph has done a lot in wrestling, but it's his non wrestling activities and experiences that we focused on. Like ghost stories. Like being a totem for the dead. Like the haunting of Arena Mexico. The Warrens of "The Conjuring" fame make the show as well.We also discuss paganism and certain mythologies, philosophies and esoterica. You don't want to miss this conversation.

    Garden of Thought E.319 Alice, Oz and the Persephone Archetype

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2025 72:46 Transcription Available


    Is there esoteric symbolism behind some of our most cherished stories? You bet there is! Once you start, it might be hard to stop but I went through the looking glass and followed the yellow brick road to start on this search. Yes, we're exploring the esoteric aspects of Alice in Wonderland and the Wizard of Oz. In this, we touch on some minor topics like the role of institutions, systems, self and God. Small stuff. We also examine the Persephone archetype and whether it apples. What's a psycho pomp? who's "we"? I'm glad you asked. My esoteric dream tag team of the National Wrestling Alliance's Aron Stephens (FKA Damien Sandow, Aron Rex, et al) and the Reverend Doctor (going on three doctoriates) David Parry. Bring your third eyes, pineal glands and thinking caps today. We go deep. Like even the 4 cardinal directions are part of this.How could they not be? 

    Garden of Thought E.318 A Marine Biologist

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2025 65:35 Transcription Available


    As any long time listener knows, I've been looking for a Marine Biologist to talk to. Well, the sea was angry that day, my friends, because I found my white whale. Alan Moore is a marine biologist and the President and Director of two accredited Marine Biology programs in Western Florida. They specialize is sharks and rays. So, of course we talked about sharks and rays. We also talk about - queue heroic music - octopusses!. Also, whales, porpoises, dolphins, seals, and lots of other animals great and small. So, don't be an old man trying to return soup at a deli. Pull out that Teistelist. It's to time to enjoy a deep dive.Epilogue: This guest revealed to me some days after the recording that he was not a Marine BIologist. He assured me he had the other requisite certifications and did run the school. He asked me not to air the show as he felt he didn't do well. I listened back and thought he was fine. But I agreed not to air the show contingent upon us re-recording limited primarily to sharks, rays and the school AND he'd send over some actual marine biologists. Neither contingency happened. I thought nothing of it until I saw him seeking guest spots on podcasts again. Judge for yourself. 

    Garden of Thought E.317 The Grull

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2025 61:25 Transcription Available


    We welcome in former musician and current author, Jonni Jordyn. She's written many books, including two series'. The first involve an isolated clan, forced to venture out of their Eden into a wider world where they encounter new beats, ecologies, and other people. The Grull are an ancient clan of people that lived 10,000 years ago. Theymust find a new homeland when their village is destroyed by a flood. Theyalso have the option of seeking the home of their ancestors and livingthere, but the journey is perilous and exposes them to the dangers ofnature and the dangers of other human tribes.The Calling of the Grull: Book 1 - Kindle edition by Jordyn, Jonni. Literature &Fiction Kindle eBooks @ Amazon.com.Obviously, the Garden is interested in the research and aspects that went into the story selection. We discuss these areas. Jordyn also wrote series on magic. We talk about that as well.Jonni Jordyn was born in Oakland, California in 1957. She started writing atan early age, writing music, poetry, short stories, radio, film, and stagescripts. She didn't start writing novels until later in life, after she retired fromplaying music, and found herself travelling away from home for extendedperiods. She currently lives in Denver, Colorado.

    Garden of Thought E.316 Opera Spy

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2025 67:13 Transcription Available


    Kay Sparling is an international opera and sacred singer. Nowretired, she lives in the Upper Midwest with her feline writingbuddy, the invincible Paducah. When not teaching voice lessonsor writing, Kay enjoys gardening, hiking, adventure travelling, andcooking for family and friends.More information about Kay can be found at: Kay Sparling – AuthorNear the end of the Cold War, Kaitlyn Stewart lands anapprenticeship at the Vienna State Opera. Soon after arriving,she is recruited by the CIA as the only female high profileoperative in Mission: THAW. Both CIA and MI6 are in a raceagainst time to uncover a human trafficking cartel set up byfascist Western politicians who are in business with the EastGermans and KGB. They are exploiting refugees from theformer satellite countries of the USSR. Mission: THAW mustinfiltrate the cartel in order to shut down the trafficking anddestroy the slave labor in East Germany. If the GDR economyfails, the Berlin Wall will come down. Covering as an opera singer, Kaitlyn infiltrates theinner circle of the KGB and neo-Nazis, only to find out that they have a much moredeadly, lucrative plan in the making: blueprints for a dirty bomb. MI6 agent CliveMatthews, who is considered the best secret agent in the free world, skillfully guidesKaitlyn through the crazy maze of the mission. Based on fact.Amazon.com: Mission Thaw: A Kaitlyn Stewart Spy Thriller: 9781779419071: Sparling, Kay: Books

    Garden of Thought E.315 Bayou Geeks

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2025 126:18 Transcription Available


    We get a little swampy as the Garden is invaded by The Bayou Geeks!What makes them Bayou? What makes them geeks?What do we talk about? E V E R Y T H I N G. Conspiracies,a little sports, a top 5 list of best movie and sequel, a little spooky stuff. We talk a bunch about New Orleans and get a little real with stuff going on in the real world. This episode probably is a lot closer to the first months of this show; which I drrifted away from rather unintentionally, and surprisingly. Nevertheless, we're going to do stuff like this more often. I think. 

    GoT Presents: IKURO KWON/ @The_IkuroKwon & BRETT RYAN GOSSELIN/ @victorious_brg

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2025 81:57 Transcription Available


    Garden of Thought E.314 Easter Island and what Moana Got Right

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2025 80:00 Transcription Available


    Archeologist Ed Barnhart of MayaExploration.org, among other places, rejoins us to discuss Easter Island. But before that, we discuss his theory on how certain megalithic blocks were fused together.You won't want to miss that.But the main event is Easter Island. We start with it's modern history since Western "discovery". What are the orginial settlement theories? What do the indiginous themselves say? What does the archeology say? We go into their likely societal structures, certain times of disruption, the myths about trees, just who are those giant head statues of? We talk some about mythology and concepts like "the navel of the world". Your host offers some un-vetted theories on many areas he is not qualified to theorize upon. But that's just how I do.Basically, everything you want to know about Easter Island plus more in about 90 minutes. 

    GoT Presents VINNY PACIFICO & ZEEK THE FREAK

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2025 58:01 Transcription Available


    Unmasking the Freak: Wrestling, Streaming, and the Unexpected | GOT Presents the Gospel of ThomasJoin us for an engaging episode of GOT Presents the Gospel of Thomas as we welcome professional wrestler and aspiring streamer, Zeke the Freak. Co-hosted by Vinny Pacifico, this episode dives into Zeke's journey in the wrestling world and his new venture into retro gaming streaming. Discover Zeke's theater background, his passion for Mario and Donkey Kong, and listen to his intriguing personal anecdotes. From discussions on professional wrestling dynamics to paranormal experiences and long-term career aspirations, this episode is packed with insights, humor, and storytelling. Don't miss out on the candid conversation, and get a glimpse into the life of Zeke the Freak as he sets to conquer both the ring and the streaming world.00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction00:45 Meet Zeke the Freak02:15 Zeke's Streaming Journey06:01 Favorite Games and Streaming Plans12:08 Acting Aspirations and Wrestling25:51 Paranormal Experiences30:50 Exploring JPA, Pennsylvania31:11 Breaking Wrestling News32:23 Vinny's Departure and Future Plans34:56 Wrestling Journey36:28 The Evolution of Streaming37:53 Theater and Wrestling Crossover40:29 Inside the Wrestling Industry43:02 Wrestling Styles and Strategies56:58 Upcoming Events and Social Media58:57 Final Thoughts and Farewell

    Garden of Thought E.313 Origin of Man

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2025 82:23 Transcription Available


    The origins of modern man is a bush, not a tree, and it spans somewhere between 5 to 7 million years. From some common ancestor, chimpanzees and what would become us split. To help us explore this bush, we enlisted Archeologist/Anthropologist, Professor John Hoopes. What's an Australopithecus v a Homo? Who's Lucy? Were Neatherthals giants or Judd Hirsh or neither? Were Denisovans giants or Elves or Al Leong or none? Are Humanoid reptilians possible on Earth? Are Paracus skulls a different species?All these questions and SEVEN MILLION YEARS covered.P.S. since the time of this recording, a new australopithecus variant that lived after Lucy has been identified!

    Garden of Thought E.312 ICE ICE Crazy

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 60:05 Transcription Available


    Sheri Hoidra, Esquire, visits us for the second time to discuss the current status of immigration law since last we spoke a few weeks into the Trump Presidency. Unfortunately, we have learned that the landscape is still full of landmines, quicksand, and other booby traps. We have a wide ranging conversation where we frequently trade rants. There was a segment where her email would not load. The statistics she was seeking are the following:New immigration cases recorded so far in 2025 - 431,343. 735,327 cases completed in 2025.Of those, only 1.49% of immigration cases were based on alleged criminal activity.The current immigration case backlog is 3,461,637. Of these, 2,209,097 of these cases are immigrants awaiting asylum hearings.360,459 deportations have been ordered this year, which includes 50.5% 0f those being voluntary deportations.45,902 were Judge Ordered Removals. Almost 78,000 were permitted to remain in the US by Judges. Only 21.6% of represented persons were put into Removal status. 

    Garden of Thought E.311 Architects of Mars

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2025 67:02 Transcription Available


    George John Haas is the author of 3 books and a forthcoming scientific paper. The books are "The Cydonia Codex", "The Martian Codex", and his newest "The Great Architects of Mars". Haas was an artist by trade and tells his story of how he fell into the study of Mars and it's anamolous features. Humans have been photographing Mars since the 1970's and as technology and resolution improves, so do the questions increase.Haas and his team has taken an interdisciplinary approach into the study. This includes geologists, veterinarians and former government physicists. The anamolies studied and addressed include the famous face of Mars, the Martian pyraminds, the keyhole structure, and an anatomically matched (to 27 points) parrot structure. The face is half feline, half simeon. The parrot matches a maccaw. Both related to Mezoamerican mythologies tied to creation myths and a parrot that stole the sun, only to be rescued by the hero twin hunters. The Martian Maccaw also has a dart or arrow aspect consistent with the myth of the creature's demise. You aren't going to want to miss this conversation.thecydoniainstitute@hotmail.com

    GoT Presents the Gospel of Thomas - What does the Fox Say?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2025 68:42


    We welcome in Bronze Star recipient Leo Fox, who you might know from OVW, NWA and CYN. He's a man with a very interesting story of struggles and recoveries. Now he's living his dream, wrestling full time, with a wife and new child. Of course we also talk nonsense. Which leads me to tell my paranormal experience. I hate when they reverse the tables on me. Lol.  

    Garden of Thought E.310 Reshuffled Decks

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2025 74:09


    Gordon Adams is a graduate of Columbia University and worked in the national security sector including serving at the Undersecretary level, reporting to Leon Panetta, during the Clinton administration. Adams also worked with Think Tanks and authored numerous pieces in this space.We had a wide ranging discussion touching on everything from the "Deep State" to human trafficking to Project 2025. I can't do justice to the breadth and depth by summary. I felt this episode merited consecutive publishing after Prof. DeGennaro's most recent appearance; as they are complimentary shows. However, this show was far more focused on domestic US matters and less on the military conflicts abroad. However, there is no way to disentangle past martial actions and the current climate,Adams currently is known as Abby Ross and when not involved in Theater, writes a policy based SubStack. 

    Garden of Thought E.309 Wild Wild Now

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2025 70:19


    Professor Patricia DeGennaro returns once again between assignments and projects to discuss the state of the world. What's going on domestically (US)? what's going on around the world? How the two are related? I can't give a decent summary. You just have to listen.

    Garden of Thought E.308 Odysseus and Monsters

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2025 68:51


    Bernie Taylor is back and this time we're tackling Homer. Specifically, the more monstruous and magical aspects of his famous journey home from Troy. We're covering the Oddysey. But paying specific attention to the monsters and some of what all of that might represent. 

    Garden of Thought E.307 Essay 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2025 41:43


    Essay 1 is the first of what may become a more regular feature: me doing a solo show, talking about something I've thought a lot about but never decided upon the right way or place to present it. While most GoT shows are apolitical, that's not entirely the case. My politics and those of guests, come through at times. I consider myself a Centrist. That doesn't mean I'm in the Center of every issue. I might be extremely Conservative about many and pretty Progressive or Liberal about others. But for many issues, I recognize they are complex and no one ideology has answers. I believe most people fit in this spectrum. And within this spectrum, there is room for compromise to not have the perfect be the obstacle of the good, or just the better.I've been very up front about certain issues. It's no secret how pro-Ukraine I am in supporting it's struggle against Russia. This essay addresses one of the lies that has subsided but will likely rear it's head again: the myth that we would spend these billions at home on mental health and homelessness. The figure I recall being bandied about was 50 billion dollars. So, that is what I fixated on.What did elements of both Left and Right say? What are my thoughts on their motives?More importantly, what would it take to cure homelessness in the United States? Assuming this is some permanent solution, would 50 billion dollars come close? We use math. Then we use common sense on some inconvenient realities like Not In My Backyard and the costs of infrastructure, treatment and ongoing expenses beyond just building a glorified internment camp in some imaginary unused/unowned hectary of land.Let's see how I do. Let's see what I left out. Let's find out if you like this content. 

    Garden of Thought E.306 Anime Mythology or Schrodinger's Pinocchio

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2025 61:16


    When we ask C The Superior to present on a topic as our apprentice host, she always brings the research. She takes me through some of the premier Anime properties and their relationship to mythologies. Primarily Shintoism. But Taoism and Chinese myths are visited. Especially when we talk about how Goku and Dragonball Z is The Monkey King and Journey to the East!Along the way, there are the usual diversions and meanderings. Including a restatement on kung fu witches built like Baywatch in school girl uniforms. Do we find other mythological parallels? Why is Schrodinger referenced and what does this have to do with Pinocchio or Anime? 

    GoT Presents The Gospel of Thomas - VICIOUS VICKI VENUTO

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2025 63:37


    We meet Vicious Vicki Venuto. She's a Jersey Girl. A Jersey Shore girl to be precise. And she'll kick your teeth in if you don't like it. Our own Mr. Thomas was a Jersey Shore guy because of course he was. They share tales and stereotypes. We explore the Lubabu(?) craze. We talk food. We always talk food. Did she have any supernatural experiences or beliefs? Turns out everyone does.What's the New Jersey Devil?Why is the University of New Jersey known by a different name? Jets or Giants or are both colonizers?All this and some wrestling related content.

    Garden of Thought E.305 Science Based Skepticism

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2025 73:54


    John Michael Godier is a scientist and an avid follower in the UFO phenomena. He hosts the Event Horizon podcast and has a huge YouTube channer of the same name. He's also the author of two science fiction novels. He's spoken to everyone even remotely in field from Professor Avi Loeb to the disclosure skeptics and advocates. We discuss many of the recent stories including the disclosure efforts from certain nations, our interstellar visitors, the Ferme paradox, etc. We also visit some issues that aren't well reported as they occurred in the Soviet Union during the Cold War. I want to thank our mutual friend, Kristaps, for helping to put this together. If you'd like to support his work and The Eastern Border show, he has authentic Soviet era war plan maps recently found in a Latvian warehouse. Prices are reasonable and these are one of a kind authentic pieces of history. Please email Kris at theeasternborder@gmail.com. 

    Garden of Thought E.304 DEA

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2025 106:15


    Brian Townsend was in law enforcement for approximately three decades; primarily with the United States Drug Enforcement Agency. Since retired, he's involved with a 501C3 non profit educating and reaching regarding the extraordinary dangers of fetanyl. We discuss his upbringing and professional career. He explains the remit of the DEA and we explore how the DEA works in other countries, the chain of command, and separates fact from fiction. Jeffzikastan plays a large role. International law and law enforcemant is discussed. No one knows exactly what Interpol is. How do Ambassadors fit in? Are different Warrants handled differently? What standard of law must be applied?Brian is very frank in his answers and we had a lot of fun. But pay close attention to the portions dedicated to his cause and the non profit organization. It's important work. The statistics are staggering. And they need your support.

    Garden of Thought E.303 Dragonriders & Brax

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2025 56:42


    Arthur Slade was raised in the Cypress Hills of southwest Saskatchewan (on a ranch). He wasn'traised by wolves. It was elves. And one grumpy dwarf. He began writing at an early age. It tooka few years but he is now the author of more than thirty novels, including Dust (which won theGovernor General's award), Dragon Assassin, and The Hunchback Assignments. He currentlylives in the mythical city of Saskatoon and does all of his writing on a treadmill desk while helistens to heavy metal. Really. It's true.Find him online at arthurslade.com.Governor General's Award-winning author Arthur Slade's latest novel continues his popularDragon Assassin series—and this time, Brax, the dragon, gets to tell his own tale!I, Brax: 1. A Battle Divine, the just-released new novelby award-winning Saskatchewan author Arthur Slade,continues his popular Dragon Assassin series with atwist, giving the narrator spot to the wisecrackingdragon Brax.Published by Shadowpaw Press in print, the book willbe launched online on November 15 at 1 p.m.Eastern, with author Marty Chan acting as master ofceremonies. This madcap Zoom event is forindividuals, schools, and, well anyone who likesmiddle grade/YA fantasy and snarky dragons:eventbrite.ca/e/i-brax-a-battle-divine-tickets-1027248125797.

    Garden of Thought E.302 Small Business Law

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2025 71:52


    Hillary Johns is a business and trial litigator. Her offices are in Beverly Hills, San Francisco and New York. So, you know she's not messing around. But she's also an attorney that spends a lot of time with new and small businesses. We discuss what a new businessperson should consider. What is necessary. What is good to seriously consider. And what are warning signs and items people routinely ignore...until it's too late. If I did this show solo, it would have been 85% identical on substance. But it's better if you don;t hear it from me, but a guest. Of course, this show is not legal advice and is for entertainment and informational purposes only. You should always talk to your own independent counsel.Anyway, what do we have to say to you potential to mid-experienced businesspeople? Hit play.

    Garden of Thought E.301 The Silence

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2025 63:09


    The Sun Runners, the latest young adult/new adultscience fiction novel from Aurora Award-winning authorJames Bow (Icarus Down), comes out November 12 fromShadowpaw Press—alongside Tales from the Silence, andexciting collection of short fiction by a diverse group ofnotable authors set in the same future, releasing fromShadowpaw Press imprint Endless Sky Books.In Bows's detailed future setting, Earth's civilization,overwhelmed by environmental catastrophe and war, allbut collapses. To the far-flung residents of colonies onMars, Venus, Mercury and in the Asteroid Belt, it's thefalling of the Silence, and in its wake, they must struggleto survive.The Sun Runners is set on Mercury, where cities on railsconstantly move around the planet ahead of the deadlysunrise. Tales from the Silence tells stories from all overthe solar system, including on Earth itself, that trace thefallout from Earth's collapse.“I'm delighted to have The Sun Runners out in the wildafter years of work,” James Bow says. “Shadowpaw Presshas really given their best to this book, and I hope itmakes a good connection with readers. Tales from theSilence was extremely fun to put together, thanks to theenergy of the contributing authors. I'm grateful theyaccepted my invitation to play in my sandbox, and I amespecially grateful for their contributions to my universe.Thanks to Shadowpaw's Endless Sky Imprint for makingthis companion anthology a reality.”“I'm thrilled to be publishing both of these great sciencefiction titles,” says Edward Willett, publisher ofShadowpaw Press. “James's detailed future world was ajoy to immerse myself in through both The Sun Runnersand Tales from the Silence, and I can't wait to share thatjoy with readers.”James Bow writes science fiction and fantasy for both kids and adults. He's been a fan ofscience fiction since his family introduced him to Doctor Who on TV Ontario in 1978, and hismother read him classic sci-fi and fantasy from such authors as Clifford Simak and J.R.R. Tolkien.James won the 2017 Prix Aurora Award for best YA Novel in Canada for Icarus Down.By day, James is a communications officer for a charitable land trust protecting lands fromdevelopment in Waterloo Region and Wellington County. He also loves trains and streetcars.He lives in Kitchener, Ontario, with his two kids, and his spouse/fellow writer/partner-in-crime,Erin Bow. You can find him online at jamesbow.ca.

    GoT Presents The Gospel of Thomas - THE Savage Gentleman Victor Benjamin

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 58:56


    Wrestler, boxer, MMA fighter, personal trainer, peanut butter afficionado. That describes a particularly savage gentleman. We talk to Victor Benjamin,A little about wrestling. A lot about peanut butter, candy, and other really important things. 

    Garden of Thought E.300 21st Century John Keel

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2025 75:13


    Maxim W. Furek has been described as the 21st Century's John Keel. Keel was a groundbreaking paranormal investigator and author. He's also been described as Pennsylvania's iconoclastic paranormal author. His works include Coal Region HooDoo, Flying Saucer Esoteric, Sheppton: The Myth, Miracle & Music, The Lost Tribes of Bigfoot, and the forthcoming Paranormal Apocolypse.We talk about his life, his path towards this life, and the books themselves. We touch on many of our favorite subjects and enjoy the frequently visited and trademarked Garden meanderings.  

    Garden of Thought E.299 New Atlantis

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 59:09


    Brendon Traxler is working to provide residential lliving under the sea. Not a submarine. Not a hotel. Homes. For real. He's been developing the plans for some time. There's a company created and all sorts of experts. The Atlantis Sea Colony might be a reality in the decade one to two decades.We discuss his path and background. Of course, I ask about the legal issues ranging from entity formation, insurance, and the stigma of colonization.Environmental concerns are also considered. Some workshopping too. No, I wasn't offered a plot.Come on it...the water's temperatire controlled. 

    Garden of Thought E.298 The Realm Series

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2025 56:50


    Tricia Copeland believes in finding magic. She thinks magic infuses every aspect of our lives, whether it is the magic of falling in love, discovering a new passion, viewing a beautiful sunset, or reading a book that transports us to another world. An avid runner and Georgia native, Tricia now lives with her family and four-legged friends in Colorado. Find all her titles from contemporary romance, now penned under Maria Jane, and fantasy, to dystopian fiction.Her works have won numerous awards.Audiobook fans click the audio cover below for all the audio deets!2020 Readers' Choice Gold Medalist & Five Star Review Author in Urban Fantasy2019 Colorado Independent Publishers 25th Annual Celebration, EVVY Award for FantasyHer pale skin and weird diet make her a target at school. If only they knew the truth about her feeding habits…Seventeen-year-old Alena Scott is tired of pretending to be something she's not. As an outlawed vampire-witch hybrid, she's forced to abide by the oppressive secrecy imposed by her Vampire Chancellor mother. But she'll have to ignore the rules when she comes face-to-face with a handsome, full-grown version of her childhood imaginary friend.Shocked that he recognizes her as his own pretend play pal, the two embark on a quest to solve the mystery of their fantasized companionship. And as they unravel their entwined destinies, Alena realizes she holds the key to a curse which could free them all—or condemn witchkind to eternal suffering.Can Alena and her impossibly familiar partner reverse an ancient spell before they're sent to a mortal grave?Kingdom of Embers is the first book in the enthralling Kingdom Journals YA urban fantasy series. If you like intriguing characters, shadowy magic, and a fresh twist on modern vampire storylines, then you'll love Tricia Copeland's heart-stopping tale.

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