Reality Redefined

In the latest episode of The Life In General Podcast we attempt to discuss an interesting conspiracy theory that the U.S. government has spent decades killing all the world's birds and replacing them with drones, but as always we end up spending more time talking about the hollow Earth, what super power we would like to have, and cannibalism.   ________________________________________ Intro music: Hop Hip by Kwon Outro music: Get Well Soon by DJ F.A.M.E.

In the latest episode of The Life In General Podcast we attempt to discuss what we think is going on at Area 51, but we end up spending more time talking about '80s & '90s movies, conspiracy theories about the Titanic, aging & trying to be health, and The Twilight Zone.   ________________________________________ Intro music: Hop Hip by Kwon Outro music: Get Well Soon by DJ F.A.M.E.

In the latest episode of The Life In General Podcast we discuss a number of topics that all seem to deal with how easily everyone seems to be offended or outraged today. Some of the topics we touch on include sports teams changing names, easily offended coworkers, female athlete's "dress code" in the Olympics, and the "privilege" of poor people.   ________________________________________ Intro music: Hop Hip by Kwon Outro music: Get Well Soon by DJ F.A.M.E.

In the latest episode of The Life In General Podcast we discuss exorcisms, and if they are real or a product of Hollywood. As always, we get a little sidetracked and talk about how ridiculous yearly evaluations can be at work, offensive jokes, and binge watching TV shows.   ________________________________________ Intro music: Hop Hip by Kwon Outro music: Get Well Soon by DJ F.A.M.E.

In the latest episode of The Life In General Podcast we discuss the writings of the 16th century French apothecary and reputed seer, Nostradamus. We take a look at some of his supposed predictions, and try to figure out what he meant in some of his more vague writings.   ________________________________________ Intro music: Hop Hip by Kwon Outro music: Get Well Soon by DJ F.A.M.E.

In the latest episode of The Life In General Podcast we discuss an interesting theory about the origin of the human race that has been around for a surprisingly long time, that humans were "planted" either by chance or intentionally.   ________________________________________ Intro music: Hop Hip by Kwon Outro music: Get Well Soon by DJ F.A.M.E.

In the latest episode of The Life In General Podcast we discuss some unexplained murders and mysteries from Hollywood in the first half of the 20th century.   ________________________________________ Intro music: Hop Hip by Kwon Outro music: Get Well Soon by DJ F.A.M.E.

In the latest episode of The Life In General Podcast we discuss several of the more well known (and interesting) cults that have formed since 1960.   ________________________________________ Intro music: Hop Hip by Kwon Outro music: Get Well Soon by DJ F.A.M.E.

In the latest episode of The Life In General Podcast we discuss strange medical stories that we found on the internet (and some that we have witnessed ourselves working at a hospital). We also talk about getting thrown into Facebook Jail, the inevitable collapse of the U.S., and self confidence.   ________________________________________ Intro music: Hop Hip by Kwon Outro music: Get Well Soon by DJ F.A.M.E.

In the latest episode of The Life In General Podcast we have a lighthearted (and not so family friendly) conversation about strip clubs, legalized prostitution, Ian's adventures working at a video store, and metal healthcare in the U.S.   ________________________________________ Intro music: Hop Hip by Kwon Outro music: Get Well Soon by DJ F.A.M.E.

In the latest episode of The Life In General Podcast we discuss some of the more interesting conspiracy theories surrounding the British royal family. We also get a little sidetracked talking about Game of Thrones, personal hygiene in the 1600's, and whether or not there should even be a royal family in the U.K.  ________________________________________ Intro music: Hop Hip by Kwon Outro music: Get Well Soon by DJ F.A.M.E.

In the latest episode of The Life In General Podcast, we discuss the godfather of serial killers, the infamous Jack the Ripper who terrorized London in the 1880s. ________________________________________ Intro music: Hop Hip by Kwon Outro music: Get Well Soon by DJ F.A.M.E.

WE ARE BACK!! In the latest episode of The Life In General Podcast, we discuss the death of Kurt Cobain in April 1994. It was ruled a suicide by Seattle Police, but questions surrounding his death have gone unanswered for 25+ years. We take a look at some of the more interesting aspects of not only the crime scene, but also the strange behavior of Courtney Love leading up to, and following Kurt's death.   ________________________________________ Intro music: Hop Hip by Kwon Outro music: Get Well Soon by DJ F.A.M.E.                

In the newest episode of the Life In General Podcast we are once again joined by Mandy, this time to discuss the future of the Life In General Podcast. We will be taking the month of September off, but will return in October (so don't unsubscribe from the show). Over the last couple months we have been deciding the future of the show, and will be changing gears to focus on a more specific topic. We also talk about sound boards, our love of Pepsi, and political ads. Music by DJ F.A.M.E. and bensound.com. (original release date 8/30/2020)                

In the newest episode of the Life In General Podcast we discuss the music of one of the most influential musicians in rock history, Alice Cooper. We talk about not only the albums, but also the formation and breakup of the original Alice Cooper band, some of the urban legends behind the name of the band, and his solo career. We also talk about the recent earthquake off the shore of Michigan, and hippies from the 60’s. Music by DJ F.A.M.E. and bensound.com. (original release date 8/23/2020)                

In the newest episode of the Life In General Podcast we are joined by Mandy to discuss whether or not we are too easily influenced by celebrities and athletes. With as polarized as everything has become in our society, are we allowing these people (who sometimes aren’t the most knowledgeable on the topics they talk about) too loud of a voice? We also talk about ruining songs by changing the lyrics, 80’s fashion, flat-Earth stupidity, “flat globes”, and voting in person. Music by DJ F.A.M.E. and bensound.com. (original release date 8/16/2020)                

In this week's episode of the Life In General Podcast we put together our own lists of the top 10 albums of the 2000's. Typically, we attempt to make a combined top 10 list. Knowing how different our music tastes are over the last 20 years, we knew that would be an impossible task, so we stuck to our own lists. Music by DJ F.A.M.E. and bensound.com. (original release date 8/9/2020)  

In the newest episode of the Life In General Podcast we discuss whether or not Record Store Day has become nothing more than a cash grab by bands and labels. We also talk about Ian being a “Debbie Downer”, Kevin Smith’s movies and his new podcast “Vegan Abattoir”, and veganism vs pescatarianism. Music by DJ F.A.M.E. and bensound.com. (original release date 8/2/2020)                  

In the newest episode of the Life In General Podcast we discuss how states are beginning to prepare for voting in November, and whether or not the current pandemic will cost either party in November. We also talk about the lengths that Cedar Point is taking to keep visitors safe and healthy in their amusement park, laughing about people wearing masks and gloves while driving, arguing with people on social media, and how mortality rates are calculated. Music by DJ F.A.M.E. and bensound.com. (original release date 7/26/2020)                

In the newest episode of the Life In General Podcast we discuss the music of one of the most influential pop-punk bands of the last thirty years, blink-182. We talk about not only their albums but also the formation of the band, the firing of Scott Raynor, the band’s relationship with Jerry Finn, their breakup in 2005 and reformation in 2009, the dismissal of founding member Tom Delonge in 2015, and the hiring of Matt Skiba. Music by DJ F.A.M.E. and bensound.com. (original release date 7/19/2020)                

In the newest episode of the Life In General Podcast we discuss the “John Titor” time travel conspiracy. We also talk about why aliens only ever abducted male hillbillies that lived out in the country, alien anal probing, time travel in the movie Back to the Future, the Baron Trump time travel conspiracy, time travel paradoxes, and other celebrities who some believe to be time travelers. Music by DJ F.A.M.E. and bensound.com. (original release date 7/12/2020)  

In the newest episode of the Life In General Podcast we take a deeper look at the upcoming Record Store Day releases for August, September, and October. Typically, RSD is the third Saturday in April, but 2020 hasn't been a typical year. This years is was initially delayed until June, then split over three months because of the worldwide pandemic. We go over some of the titles we are looking forward to, and some others that could be popular releases. Music provided by DJ F.A.M.E. and bensound.com. (original release date 7/5/2020)  

In the newest episode of the Life In General Podcast we discuss how Joe Biden could structure his platform for the general election. Now that Biden is officially the Democrat's nominee for November, we try to figure our how many (if any) progressive ideas will be included in the Democrat's platform that they will run on in the general election this fall. Music provided by DJ F.A.M.E. and bensound.com. (original release date 6/28/2020)                

In the newest episode of the Life In General Podcast we discuss the conspiracy theory that the Nazi’s built UFOs before and during World War II. These “foo fighters” were reported numerous times by allied pilots during the war. The topic of UFOs and aliens was inspired by the appearance of an unknown object floating above the highway recently on Nick’s drive home from work. Music provided by DJ F.A.M.E. and bensound.com. (original release date 6/21/2020)                

In the newest episode of the Life In General Podcast we discuss whether or not we think President Donald Trump would run again for president if he loses the 2020 election to Joe Biden. We also talk about the historical significance of Juneteenth, the worst racial massacre that took place in Tulsa, Oklahoma in 1921, and the political rally that was to be held there this month. Music provided by DJ F.A.M.E. and bensound.com. (original release date 6/14/2020)

In the newest episode of the Life In General Podcast we discuss some of our favorite albums that have widely gone unnoticed and have never charted in the U.S. We also talk about t.v. shows that we’ve been binging, our new YouTube channel (The Vinyl Den, you should go check it out), shopping at the old Tower Records in Ann Arbor, and the three states of the Beatles “butcher” cover. Music provided by DJ F.A.M.E. and bensound.com. (original release date 6/7/2020)                

In the newest episode of the Life In General Podcast we take a look at the top candidates to be the running mate for Joe Biden in the general election this fall. We also dive into the protests going on across the country in the wake of the murder of George Floyd by police officers in Minneapolis this past week. These protests turned violent in several cities over what has been a disturbing trend of police violence over the last several months. We also discuss president Trump’s response to these protests and his battle with Twitter. Music provided by DJ F.A.M.E. and bensound.com. (original release date 5/31/2020)  

In the newest episode of the Life In General Podcast we piggyback an episode from a couple weeks ago (COVID-19’s impact on the record industry) by looking at COVID-19’s impact on Hollywood. Over the last couple months, the TV and film industry has been completely shut down, so we look at what has happened, and where they will go from here. We also get sidetracked by what might happen with baseball this summer, an argument about addiction, and another about the TV show Superstore. Music provided by DJ F.A.M.E. and bensound.com. (original release date 5/24/2020)                

In the newest episode of the Life In General Podcast we discuss something we have talked about several times before, conspiracy theories. We’ve talked in previous episodes about a number of different conspiracies from flat-Earth and hollow-Earth theories, to 9/11 and presidential theories. This time we tackle some newer conspiracy theories surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic. We also take a look at some updates to the flat-Earth community and some other theories out there. Music provided by DJ F.A.M.E. and bensound.com. (original release date 5/17/2020)                

In the newest episode of the Life In General Podcast we are joined by Mandy to discuss some of our favorite concerts we have gone to, ones we would like to go see, and some that we wish we could have gone to. Music provided by DJ F.A.M.E. and bensound.com. (original release date 5/10/2020)

In the newest episode of the Life In General Podcast we discuss how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted the vinyl record industry, musicians, Record Store Day, and the music industry as a whole. We also talk about the second round on protests in Lansing, Michigan; Ian’s discovery on TikTok; and Nick’s multi-hour argument on Facebook with some very passionate blink-182 fans. Music provided by DJ F.A.M.E. and bensound.com. Go out and support your local independent music stores during this pandemic, and if you don’t have any in your area please check out some of our local favorites (some with free domestic shipping): Dearborn Music (free domestic shipping) dearbornmusic.net Flipside Records in Clawson MI – shopflipsiderecords.com Culture Clash Records in Toledo OH – cultureclashrecords.com Encore Records in Ann Arbor MI – encorerecordsa2.com Underground Sounds in Ann Arbor MI – ugsounds.com (original release date 5/3/2020)

In the newest episode of the Life In General Podcast we take a look back at the music of one of the progressive rock pioneers, Jethro Tull. Outside of some of their better-known albums (Aqualung, Thick as a Brick, Songs from the Wood), Jethro Tull has amassed a great collection of gold records. Tull is one of those bands that year after year gets snubbed by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, but are definitely worthy. If you haven’t listened to them before, there’s no better time than now to check out this epic band. Music provided by DJ F.A.M.E. and bensound.com. (original release date 4/26/2020)

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In the newest episode of the Life In General Podcast we discuss the musical career of the band Pink Floyd. Spanning six decades, Pink Floyd recorded some of the best selling albums in music history. We look back at not only the albums, but also the personalities that created these classic songs. We also dive into the life of Syd Barrett and the mental illness that drove him away from the band he helped create after an album and a half, and the relationship (or lack thereof) between Roger Waters and David Gilmour. Music provided by DJ F.A.M.E. and bensound.com. (original release date 2/16/2020)

In the newest episode of the Life In General Podcast we quickly discuss the new Green Day album “Father of All Motherf*****s” before diving into whether or not we think the “Medicare for all” program, that has been proposed by several of the Democratic nominee frontrunners, can be a workable program for America. Music provided by DJ F.A.M.E. and bensound.com. (original release date 2/9/2020)

The newest episode of the Life In General Podcast is our big vinyl episode for the month of February. In this episode we discuss several vinyl related topics. We talk about some upcoming February vinyl releases that we are looking forward to, some interesting albums we have picked up over the last two months (since this is our first vinyl episode since December), and since there were a number of really good rock albums released last year we revisit a topic from way back in episode 43 “is rock and roll dead”. Music provided by DJ F.A.M.E. and bensound.com. (original release date 2/2/2020)

The newest episode of the Life In General Podcast is our big vinyl episode for the month of February. In this episode we discuss several vinyl related topics. We talk about some upcoming February vinyl releases that we are looking forward to, some interesting albums we have picked up over the last two months (since this is our first vinyl episode since December), and since there were a number of really good rock albums released last year we revisit a topic from way back in episode 43 “is rock and roll dead”. Music provided by DJ F.A.M.E. and bensound.com. (original release date 1/26/2020)

In the 106th episode of the Life In General Podcast we take a look at the state of the current music industry. With the 62nd edition of the Grammy Awards right around the corner, we discuss how record companies influence what is “popular” and distort what music is available to mainstream music fans. We also talk about a conspiracy theory that music executives in the very early 90’s were heavily invested in the private prison industry, and benefited financially from the promotion of criminal activity through rap music. Music provided by DJ F.A.M.E. and bensound.com. (original release date 1/19/2020)

In the 105th episode of the Life In General Podcast we pull back the curtain a little bit to take a look back at year three of the podcast. We discuss some of the new things we tried with the show (and what did and didn’t work), some of our favorite episodes form 2019, how music was an overwhelming topic last year (possibly because we were tired of talking about politics), and where we would like the show to go in 2020. Music provided by DJ F.A.M.E. and bensound.com. (original release date 1/12/2020)

It’s that time of year again, time for a “very special episode” of the Life In General Podcast. It’s the 3rd annual NYE trivia game on LIG! This year we are joined by Mandy and Jack to play Smart A** and Mad Gab. We always have fun playing these types of trivia games (it took a little convincing to get Jack on), and our annual NYE episodes are something we look forward to every year. Music provided by DJ F.A.M.E. and bensound.com. (original release date 1/5/2020)

In the 103rd episode of the Life In General Podcast we discuss the last installment of the Star Wars sequel trilogy, The Rise of Skywalker. We talk about what we did and didn’t like about episode IX, and where the Star Wars franchise might go going forward. We also get a little sidetracked talking about whether it is time to start regulating social media. Music provided by DJ F.A.M.E. and bensound.com. (original release date 12/29/2019)

In our very special Christmas episode we are joined by DJ F.A.M.E. to discuss his new podcast Studio 212 (go check it out on Spotify and Apple Podcasts), some of our favorite Christmas memories, and other things we like about this time of year. We also get a little sidetracked talking about recent changes to YouTube, flat Earth conspiracies, and what the heck is “soaking”. Music provided by DJ F.A.M.E. and bensound.com. (original release date 12/22/2019)

In the 101st episode of the Life In General Podcast we discuss the Democrat's pursuit of impeaching President Donald Trump, and what it could mean for American politics moving forward. We also get a little sidetracked talking about Ian’s recent car accident, religion in politics, “deplorables”, hypocrisy in America, Mayor Pete, and Benghazi. Music provided by DJ F.A.M.E. and bensound.com. (original release date 12/15/2019)