Peace and Joy 505

This episode is about the importance of self definition existence and transitions

We buy billions of dollars worth of devices so that we can listen to all types of audio, however, how and when do we invest in listening?

As the new season opens it provides us an opportunity. To think of starting new  stories with new possibilities 

Sometimes there is a lot of peace n the air when you take a risk , however, you have built in a kill point so that you can change especially if what you were doing  isn't moving toward your purpose.  

this episode is sort of about a game everybody sort of knows about.  It's just an alternative way of thinking about it

This could be a challenging year so we start out by pondering things  we use to keep our world and our lives together.  For instance duct tape. Is sort of like prayer and meditation we use it in all kinds of situations and paper clips can do a lot as well.

This is a brief message during the holiday season deigned to prompt some thoughts and to say hello we are still here and so are you.

This episode  describes some features of pumpkins, candy, and the coming of the holiday season and some  seekin Peace and Joy factors

Apples don't fall farther tree Well where else would  they fall from?  It is harvest time and this is a look at Apples from trees and from phone providers. Enjoy 

This episode features a stroll down memory lane…well sort of …featuring Scooby and Shaggy, rocky  and Bullwinkle .. Underdog, Fred flint stone, the Jetsons and many more

This episode highlights going Back to School with some memories and info about pencils  etc.  The next episode will highlight some school experiences but this one focuses on what goes in the book bag and desk.

This episode  offers a recap on that special event that happens every four years—me having a somewhat interesting thought.  Just kidding it'  a P&J look at the games we play

In this episode we look at memories of lemonade stands youth and America.. we also talk as it some thinking. That might turn lemons into lemonaide

this episode offers some facts and philosophy  regarding books and why the process of considering what libraries in our schools have and do might be worth the nonsense?   Awareness is the key to a lot of seeking peace and joy and people heading these efforts  might create focus?

This “regular” episode contains  one 8-line rhyme  about  war and people plus a discussion of featuring what we can learn from CocaCola

Very brief episode

This episode features some thoughts about lights, the first part of 2024 and more. This was recorded with the assistance of AI   It also includes some lovely little limericks  enjoy

Betting paying athletes and other elements of competition  are considered  from a seeking peace and joy and other perspectives.. The time to make important decisions about how we define ourselves may be at hand.. the madness is real

This will only take a minute you can find links to the printed formats  on FB and X May you be in heaven  a half hour before the devil knows you are there

In this episode P&J returns with some ideas about government/politics… the weather and adding a few  thoughtful rhymes at the end.  Wnjoy 

Something happens  on everyday. Of the year.  This unique perspective on the “on this day “ calendar will probably shed a new light on things like the moon landing conspiracy  or maybe not Enjoy

Would we give more thanks if the marketing  and decorations  were better?  Here are some thoughts.. Where do M&Ms really melt?  Well here are things to ponder peace

In this episode AI voices provide the slave talent  to deliver some rhymes and an essay on moon parking.   some good humor and insights abound

This episode offers yet another perspective on the whole AI craze.  Should  we be afraid? Should we regulate? Maybe we should  remember what it is to be humans

This episode features some “evolutionary (not really) common sense guidance for considering the real impact of AI now and in the future.  

So in this episode  we offer  a human look at space exploration and the galactic ally  successful Pink Floyd album that spent over 18 years on the Billboard top 200.  It really goes to show what music and mankind can do when  we let artistic and scientific curiosity  be our driving force.  

some folks may think too much attention is paid to the draft.. but I say .. No way.. Maybe we need to rethink things just a bit and consider what the draft could symbolize… Enjoy

This episode  takes a creative  glance  at today's hot topic—AI. We also throw in some “AI” read poetry and  we shout out for a couple of community. Culture creators that will be featured soon ..  We promo a great storyteller. Pearce who can be found. On Spotify by searching true life of P and Duende  a musical force ready to drop their latest albums Love Dogs In Space 

This episode asks us to become aware  of things that can catch a breeze and rise above…yes your spirit (and kites).  Of course strings are part of the flying and  so pondering what strings we choose and who holds them and why.  

This  episode explores why resolutions are so hard to start/complete and using math as a metaphor we have some hacks (Yes Real Math Hacks) that you or your kids should have been taught ..but it's not too late This  opens a three part series on learning to fear math, life change, and seeking peace and joy far less.   Enjoy 

Kicking ofthe nw year  with a positive message about. The need for “love”  (Learning Observations, Values, and Exploration  Maybe  this view is all the seeking peace and joy universe. Needs for a New Year's Resolution… time will tell 

This is the “Thanks”-Giving episode.  Everyone has something or someone to give thanks for  and that's what this episode is about.  If you don't think you have time to give thanks then share this.  get some Gratitude in. Your attitude

In this episode we get back on the path and explore  how words (some new)  are the containers of the peace and joy economy just like money  represents value in  most economic systems… and much more

As we head into the fall it's time to thank  some folks and remind everyone that seeking peace goes beyond sitting and waiting.  

This episode  mixes thoughts on the reign. Of a monarch -and the need for one in your life and some thoughts about the anniversary of Scooby-doo and looking. At life as a journey of solving mysteries.

This episode presents some ideas about  “strings attached.”  Do you ever get offers with no strings?  That's doubtful so maybe it's time to consider the usefulness of some strings and the choices we make about other strings.

This episode features a statement of gratitude and purpose surrounding  the seeking peace and joy universe (blog and podcast)   It reaffirms the why and thanks all those who have inspired this effort—

Some fascinating facts about  Mac & Cheese that's one great combo and so is Peace and Joy  This is a brief set of thoughts about a versatile part of our diet and much more

Just getting back on the horse with and episode that reminds us there's always room for many things in life…. Including birthdays, old friends, JellO and of course Peace and Joy

In episode 164 we finally get to hear the full versions of some great creations by the cross-country cousins Dan and Brian McNamar.  After that there is a brief explanation  and demonstration how the stream of music creations can impact careers in different fields and lives in important ways—Enjoy

This episode  is Part One of an entertaining interview featuring the insights and music of songwriting and performing  cousins Dan and Brian McNamar. These musicians span the musical spectrum and do so from the distant localities of Des Moines, IA and Corvallis OR.  Find out what music has meant to them and how they  have come to share their talents over a lifetime of giving of their creative natures.   You can hear their musical  offering by searching  SoundCloud using the term Eldorado  Songwritiers Guild.  Enjoy

This episode features Author/Creator Jay H. Cults #Magnovi_ do that search on Twitter and you'll experience the breadth of creativity forged by Jay H.  In fact all Genders Press has selected this artist and will soon publish some intersting and engaging works.  In this interview insights are presented and a promising use of bringing written works to life through gaming is discussed.  Look for the works of Jay H. Cults on Twitter and through his new publisher soon

This episode features emerging and enlightened author Diana Bishop discussing her recently released book—The Gospel of a Witch.  Drawing from Old and New Testiment inspirations infused with modern magic themes this book offers an intriguing and creative perspective on human and historic behaviors and experiences.  Diana offers her insights on writing and on finding a community of writers.  You can get the details on buying the book and make contact with this intellectually rich writer through twitter.  enjoy

This episode  features Sir Blake the 5th.  Well Blake V. Rose anyway.  Blake is a promising  young poet and short fiction writer who inspires  people with his environmentally focused works.  Growing from a musician  he has broadened his skills and horizons.  In this pod he describes his work and offers a great deal of wisdom for growing writers—demonstrating  a humble attitude and dedication to the craft.  To learn more about Blake check out  this link.      Student: Blake Rose | News Services | ECU

This episode  features Sir Blake the 5th.  Well Blake V. Rose anyway.  Blake is a promising  young poet and short fiction writer who inspires  people with his environmentally focused works.  Growing from a musician  he has broadened his skills and horizons.  In this pod he describes his work and offers a great deal of wisdom for growing writers—demonstrating  a humble attitude and dedication to the craft.  To learn more about Blake check out  this link.      Student: Blake Rose | News Services | ECU This episode  features Sir Blake the 5th.  Well Blake V. Rose anyway.  Blake is a promising  young poet and short fiction writer who inspires  people with his environmentally focused works.  Growing from a musician  he has broadened his skills and horizons.  In this pod he describes his work and offers a great deal of wisdom for growing writers—demonstrating  a humble attitude and dedication to the craft.  To learn more about Blake check out  this link.      Student: Blake Rose | News Services | ECU

In this “community creator” episode we find ourself once again  inside the Writers' Circle with the energetic and positive  (twitter handle) T.P.A. Wulfric  T-PA  describes his reasons for writing, his process, and how  he uses it, and we share  a great conversation about the world  of creators along with some of the beautiful  experiences available  from experiencing the Writers” circle space on Twitter.  This is a great episode for beginning creators and for anyone needing a positive boost

This episode is one of two parts talking about the seeking peace and joy aspects of baseball and the lockout currently happening enjoy

Adventures in dreamland permeate this episode.  topics include. The Tooth Fairy as an entry  for teeth being a metaphor. For life.  Some solutions and suggestions on a process to end the MLB lockout and some additional AI renditions of 8 line rhyme time all in 20 minutes!

This episode features some new AI friends presenting parts of the show and comments about our Presidents in honor of U.S. President's Day.   This a shout out to Galileo who got the science right and still got treated badly.  So we need to think twice according. To this 222 podcast. 

This episode has book reviews, analysis of goals  and resolutions and some ideas about the imortance of every day. 

Sometimes we have to relax and ask why we forecast the apocalypse  when talking about. Weather, other things we can't control etc.  Also why don't we ever have a breaking “good news” alert?  This episode  shines a light on such things