On Conversation

Welcome back to Season 2. On this episode Dr. Brad and the legend was philosophic-ish on the idea of "Insta-perfect" aesthetic and the homogenization of trends and styles in light of social media. Later in the show Dave Chapelle's newest comedy special, The Closer, is discussed; and Keith demonstrates his cool analog gadgets.

Welcome back for Season 2! It'll be a bit choppy this time around as Dr. Brad is back to class and The Legend continues to do what he does best: nothing. On this too quick episode, we discuss litter in a our local community of Emerald Isle, NC. And, invariably, we tumble into politics.

Today's episode find the dynamic duo of Brad and Keith discussing the limits of technology through metaphors with sound. Exciting, no? Join us as we get out there discussing the limitlessness and timelessness of art and sound. Later in the show the duo discuss music and art they do and don't like. And, finally, Keith ends up skating on the thinest of ice as he critiques the critique of Woodstock '99.

On this episode of On Conversation we discuss education. At least, we try to. Sadly, we get caught, as many do, in the politics of education. What are the pros and cons of education? What is the future of education? Can education ever be apolitical? Find out as we kick it around.

On this episode we discuss the politics surrounding election fraud: from 2016 on there has been a growing distrust of the voting system and Brad and Joe are itching to debate. Later we discuss drug humor or the lack of it and our most recent novel experiences.

Happy 4th of July! This week Brad and I begin with a discussion of the miscellaneous debris floating around where I grind my axe. Later, when Joey joins in we discuss Universal Basic Income (U.B.I) and how it applies to America now.

We're back! This week we discuss CRT. What is CRT? Critical Race Theory... and it's a doozy. Join us as Brad and Joey get into one heck of an argument about academia and me try to get a word in and fail. Several times. Later in the episode we discuss my road trip to Ohio through West Virginia.

This week we discuss what constitutes a productive use of time. The war of generations is predicated upon the newest generation being lazier and not engaging in meaningful activity. Is that so? Join us and find out.

Don't miss out on our existential special. Joey takes the day out while The Legend and Dr. Brad discuss living your life according to your beliefs or values. What's the difference, how are they formed and what do they mean for us in today's world? Find out. Also, there is a goody-gum-drop for anyone who sticks around long enough in this episode. Our sponsor is Sweet Sounds Records. Intro music is provided by DJ Deaf Ears; the cut is "I Get High" featuring samples from Charlie Rich and Tommy James and the Shondells.

Happy Memorial Day from us here at On Conversation to you and yours. THANK YOU to our current service members and our Veterans for all they have given. On this week's episode we discuss Henry VIII. Strangely enough, from this point we leap into a much wider and deeper discussion about how our current socio-political society is built and what we may see in the future.

On this episode we discuss book, literature and language. We as the question: is language the ultimate anarchy? But we don't answer it. Later in the show Joey and I go to grits over being too critical.

On this episode of On Conversation we discuss the gasoline shortage as we witnessed it here in North Carolina. Later we revisit our trope of post-modernism and it's place vs. modernism. Ultimately we lose steam and discover we all have faults.

On this episode of On Conversation, we discuss cultural appropriation. We preface this episode with that we are three white guys who all have some form of privilege. This episode is intended to engage in the conversation of race from a place of love and seeking to understand. Somehow the discussion turns to dieting and weight management. Later in the episode we discuss Magic: The Gathering and eventually find our way back around to the main topic.

On this episode of On Conversation we discuss the area we call home: The Crystal Coast. Change is abundant in our area and we discuss how the demographic shifts post COVID are affecting our area and areas like ours. Later in the show Joey and Brad riff on politics; and we discover Joey doesn't like cars.

On this episode Brad and Joey discuss the Anglo-Saxon manifesto while Keith sits and stares at the wall. Later in the conversation Brad and Joey have exciting debate about language.

This week we change things up and head to Atlantic Beach Coffee in Atlantic Beach, NC. Outside of all the noise from various wildlife, vehicles and people, you can hear us discuss whether or not a small business can survive without social media in the post-COVID era. We also debate AI and a natural vs. unnatural existence.

On this episode of On Conversation we discuss cancel culture and events surrounding the cancelation of the MLB All-Star game in Atlanta. We also discuss whether or not life can be divorced from politics and we skim over our admitted ignorance of NFTs. We want to thank our sponsor State of Dyed. They make amazing tie-dye shirts. Check them out on Facebook.

On this episode of On Conversation, Brad and Keith discuss consumerism in today's world and how society today does or does not pay the full price of a good or service. Unfortunately, our recorder lost battery power early on so this is a snippet of a great conversation. We want to thank our sponsor State of Dyed. They make amazing tie-dye shirts. Check them out on Facebook.

On this episode we discuss the implications of social media on biological and social evolution.

In this episode we discuss the future of jobs in the field of recording, specifically as it pertains to audio engineers in both major and minor recording productions and podcasts. We also discuss the changes music from the 1960s-70s to the current day and the sell-offs of music catalogues by musicians who don't release records or tour anymore. Thanks to LaVel O'Neal for the cover photo.

On this episode, recorded on Valentine's Day, we discuss the future of terrestrial radio, podcasts and, to some small extent, social media. Joey was enjoying Valentine's Day with his special one, so this episode only features The Legend and Dr. Griggs.

In this episode we discuss the need for experts and how expertise differs from arm-chair punditry. We also lightly touch upon the ethics and morals of conservative and liberals.

On our inaugural episode, a discussion about photography balloons out into discussing music, art and what's in the eye of beholder. We also discuss the if socio-cultural evolution is slowing down and how social media effects evolution.