Medicine for the Dead

The gang talks a little crypto, a little end of democracy, and a little mortality.

After an unintentional hiatus, the gang returns to peel back the curtain on a very strange few weeks.

This week the gang is on vacation so here are some off air prerecord clips that prove we actually do like hanging out together!

The gang is joined by explorer, relic hunter, and amateur historian, Evan Woodard. He shares his archeological process and even some tales from his trip to Chernobyl! Yeah, that’s right. He's essentially a more handsome Indiana Jones. Don't @ us, Harrison. Follow Evan on Instagram: @SalvageArc

In this episode, the gang talks sports! More specifically, the impacts of sports culture on each of their lives and on society as a whole. Disagreements are had, understandings are reached, Josh reminds everyone that “his” Washington Nationals are 2019 World Series Champions.

In this episode, the gang is joined by Baltimore duo Fatty Bose. Warren Bose (All Mighty Senators) and Ricky Wise (Ricky Wise and the Dirty Unit) share some tunes and get comfy for a wonderful conversation about music, body image, and mental health. Track #1: Fatty Bose - “Nobody Knows You When You’re Down and Out” Track #2: Ricky Wise and the Dirty Unit - “All Over the Road”

In this episode, the gang scratches the surface of America’s non-baseball national pastime. Atlanta/Boulder Edition.

In this episode, the gang is guest-less (I repeat, guest-less) to talk vaccine procurement and skepticism featuring a healthy dose of the tangents you've come to know and love.

Sorry about last week, spare some change? - BJ

The gang is joined by photojournalist Kaitlin Newman for a discussion on the challenges facing the fourth estate, journalism ethics and (stop us if you've heard this one) how social media has casually ruined everything. Be sure to check out Kaitlin's work on her website: KaitlinNewman.com

HI! This is BJ. I'm writing this in the first person because I'm excited about this one. Extremely excited. I've been nerding out about the F-14 since I was 9, so to be able to have and record this conversation for all of you was an absolute pleasure. Bio's career is incredible and, even though we only scratched the surface, it was still mind blowing. Below are links to his website and his three books, all of which are must-reads if you're as fascinated as I am with naval aviation. Website: TopGunBio.com Book #1: Tomcat Rio | Book #2: Topgun Days | Book #3: Before Topgun Days

In this episode, the gang is joined by entrepreneur, teacher, certified badass Sumayyah (Mya) Bilal, owner and executive chef of Baltimore's Codetta Bake Shop. After a sampling of some incredible Codetta cupcakes, this wide-ranging conversation touches on topics including growing a business during the pandemic, sharing joy through food and music, and the importance of not fucking up the mac and cheese at the family BBQ. WARNING: Impossible not to smile while listening. Follow Mya and Codetta on social media! IG: @CodettaBakeShop FB: /CodettaBakeShop. To check out the full menu and place a custom order, visit CodettaBakeShop.com, OR place an order for pickup/delivery of our in-stock weekly items Thursday-Sunday in the Baltimore area at GetCodettaBakeShop.com

The gang is joined by master flutist and defender of freedom Dr. Sarah McIver to discuss a variety of topics ranging from women in leadership to the fragility of democracy.

In this episode, the gang attempts another introspective retrospective between tales of impropriety.

The gang is joined by writer and professor Lauren Campbell to discuss a little bit about teaching during the pandemic and a lot a bit about language and the evolution of communication; semicolons become the latest victim of cancel culture. BJ doesn’t understand emojis, Josh loves commas, and everybody hates pants.

In this Deep Deep, BJ is joined by Kim Gravatt, a structural engineer, commercial diver, and musician. They discuss feeling up bridges in brackish water and the underworking of Baltimore’s Inner Harbor.

It was twenty episodes today, the gang is joined by Avik Ray (co-founder of The Crossover.TV) and Enzo Ferroggiaro, (drummer from Black Dog Prowl) to discuss their recent collaboration, a socially distanced re-imagining of The Beatles’ iconic Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band. They dig into The Beatles and staying creative during the pandemic. Check out the project and subscribe to The Crossover.TV YouTube channel.

In this Deep Dive, Christian helps BJ wrap his head around the process of making a bronze bust.

In this episode, the gang is joined by Reverend Randy to tackle the finer points of the place of religion in a society of sinners. Everyone works really hard not to be a dick about it. And, well, sonofabitch, Delmar's been saved!

In the first mini episode of the Medicine for the Head Deep Dive series, Dr. Kat and BJ sit down for an in-depth discussion on molecular biology.

In this episode, the gang talks with Laura Van Riper, political activist and absolute rockstar, about the fight to flip Georgia and the past, present, and future of Republican voter suppression.

The dudes react to the entirely predictable white nationalist coup attempt incited by the worst, most treasonous excuse for a president in American history and his cowardly enablers. The f-word is used liberally.

In this episode, the gang discusses the finer points of being fat. Matt vanishes. BJ shares a cautionary tale of consequences of drinking Jägermeister.

The gang had some issues with holiday scheduling, so Josh took it upon himself to share a few incoherent words to get you through the holidays. Reminder to take care of yourselves and your loved ones. For anyone who needs a little extra help, the Nationals Suicide Prevention Lifeline is available 24/7 at 800-272-8255.

As has become an every-fifth-episode tradition, the gang gathers for some good old fashion back-patting tom commemorate somehow managing to keep this trainwreck on the tracks for 15 damn weeks. Nothing like a little introspective self-aggrandizing retrospective episode pretention with just the perfect amount of modesty. Thanks for listening.  Still no fat man concession as of the date of publication. 

In this episode, the dudes discuss sexual freedom with friend of the pod A.J. Howard. Dr. Kat sits in. As of this recording, the fat man still has not conceded.

Creative media guru, and all around wonderful human, Joseph Carter-Brown, brings a unique insight on right-wing media and joins the dudes to discuss (among other things) what BJ describes as a chipmunk with a nuclear detonator. Turns out, that analogy isn’t entirely inaccurate.

In this episode, the dudes are joined by Cale Miller, long-time friend and doctoral student of marine ecology, to discuss his studies and provide perspective on our gliding past various points of no return on climate change. BJ receives devastating news about the glowy fish.

In this episode, with cases skyrocketing across the country, the dudes check in on Matt’s COVID recovery and recklessly extrapolate anecdotal evidence to predict the future.

In this episode, the dudes welcome long-time friend (and better podcast host) Jake English to take a Bird's Eye View of the 2020 election and the aftermath, now that it's over... OR IS IT?! Editor's Note: This episode was recorded on Friday, Nov. 6th. Since that time, we have come to learn that It is, in fact, over. Concede, fat man.

In this episode the dudes sit down with hometown hero Jimi Haha! Much is discussed. Tequila is consumed. Hilarity ensues. Good times are had by all. VOTE!

In this episode the dudes make  some rules to ensure the previous episode never happens again, Rudy Giuliani keep his hands on himself, Matt and Josh talk a little SCOTUS and Christian claims his throne as the opening Loud-Voice-in-Chief. Eat up!

In this episode the dudes talk with Island Styles, guitar wizard and former touring/mop sparring partner of BJ. Christian made cocktails. Josh joins via Zoom. CHRISTIAN MADE COCKTAILS. Matt gets very drunk.  

Two of the dudes had a long week, two of the dudes are in top form, Mike Pence meets a fly. STRAP IN!

In this episode the dudes get personal and reflect on five weeks of this strange adventure, get a little tipsy and navigate a power outage. Strap in. 

In this is episode the dudes take a deep dive into the world of biomedical research with the magnificent Dr. Kat. 

In this episode we interview the incredible Eric Scott and the mighty Deren Blessman. We talk music production, musician life during a pandemic, and racism in America. 

In this episode BJ, Matt, Josh and Christian explore the inner workings of how the inner workings of Americas economy are doing absolutely nothing for the average American. Pop a couple Xanax and strap in as our friend Matt Porter guides us through the end of western civilization.  

Hi! It's nice to meet you. We are BJ, Matt, Josh, and Christian, a group  of self-aware, rational people compelled to dig a little deeper into  the world and the humans that occupy it. In this inaugural episode, we  explore the COVID-19 pandemic and the ways it has affected our lives.  The word "fuck" is used within the first 30 seconds. Hold on to your butts.