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Lucas, Jasper, Juleon, and Sam discuss topics that they know very little about. Occasionally, a guest who knows more than them joins the discussion. Topics include Philosophy, Physics, Mathematics, Linguistics, and much more! Hosted by: Lucas Rizzolo, Jasper Giglio, Juleon Brodie, and Sam Meyer with Associate Producer: Sam Canfield and Guest Hosts: Skylar Rizzolo, Nick Angerman

Lucas Rizzolo


    • Jun 12, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 44m AVG DURATION
    • 34 EPISODES


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    Latest episodes from SLOOM

    Strange California Laws

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2022 37:33


    What started as a discussion of the fish and the bees quickly turned into a discussion of some of the weirder laws that still exist in California today. Our source is from an article on california.com. This episode will be the final episode that will have everyone together in person, so we want to say thank you to every one of our listeners during the latest rendition of SLOOM (we will still be making episodes, just not in person so much).

    An Interview With an Underground Rock Musician

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2022 35:37


    Today, we brought on Adam to discuss the underground rock scene at our local city. He plays in a lot of projects! Check out his house's page on instagram (@theglowhousekalamazoo)! Jasper makes an appearance as well!

    Quiet Time With Big Jule #2

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2022 15:10


    On today's episode of Quiet Time, we discuss Big Jule's connection between spirituality and nature. We hope you enjoy this gentle episode of SLOOM.

    Power Levels, Mindfulness, and Monoculture

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2022 66:53


    Shout out to Barstool Sports for the starting question (https://www.barstoolsports.com/blog/3416453/reader-question-which-is-more-likely-to-happen-a-horse-wins-baseballs-triple-crown-or-a-human-wins-horse-racings-triple-crown). We then talk about our strengths and weaknesses in terms of video game power levels. Then, we move these definitions to discuss mindfulness. Finally, we talk about the need for society to move away from monoculture.

    Free Flowing Thoughts #2

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2022 42:51


    First, we discuss some shared family history. Lucas and Big Jule's families just so happened to be on the same side of a few wars for independence! Next, we discuss the Toledo War (we don't like Ohio). Finally, we discuss our kits for some planned D&D sessions.

    Alternative Means of Alcohol Production

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2022 65:59


    On today's episode of SLOOM, the boys sit down to break the norms of alcohol and discuss both the brewing process and how we can change it to get non-traditional brews. Fermented milk? Tomato wine? Mountain Dew? Glycogen from chicken? If it has sugar, it can be fermented! We also discuss our plan to ferment the food pyramid.

    Quiet Time With Big Jule #1

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2022 20:51


    Today, we take things back a notch and have some quiet time with Big Jule. The focus of today's quiet time is Mindfulness and Fitness. Enjoy a break from our otherwise complicated, convoluted, and chaotic episodes.

    Sam’s Review #3

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2022 25:57


    On this episode of Sam's Review, we sample the Bunratty Meade, a pyment that is rated to be 14.7%. We talk about the mead, as well as Sam's context to Kalamazoo College. We also discuss plans for a future episode, the fabled charcuterie episode...

    Well-Ordering a JAMStack with Derik

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2022 48:05


    For today's episode of the podcast, we bring on Derik to discuss some math and CS stuff. My name is Lucas and I believe that peacocks would taste wonderful! Listen to more episodes on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and More!

    We Remembered That We Like Science

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2022 52:46


    In today's episode of the podcast, we brought Patrick on to talk some physics and biology. We briefly discuss what energy is and some recent advancements in it. We also talked with Juul about his thoughts on the idea of spiritual "energy". Finally, as a long time listener of the podcast, Patrick offered up his thoughts in regards to an old episode of ours. Check out more of our episodes on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and more!

    A Return to Space

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2022 43:44


    We decide to return to our roots and discuss some STEM content. But first! We talk about some of our inspirations behind Samwise and the story that we want to tell. Dear reader, the name of the greek god that Lucas was looking for is "Priapus". Listen to more on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and more! Listen to Justin's new album here

    Free-Flowing Thoughts #1

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2022 44:39


    In this episode of SLOOM, the boys let their brains take control over the topics. We talk about Pokemon, Socialism, Improving Ads, and Skylar begins his revolution against Lucas' control over the ads. Check out more on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or more!

    Contexts and Conversations

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2022 0:53


    Sam and Lucas take today to discuss the meanings of words. What does linguistics have to day about contexts providing more information to our words? Should future models of language focus on intended meanings through contexts or predefined, strict meanings? How should a computer interpret sounds not understood in language? Can they be completely ignored, or do they have meanings that are relevant? Find out more by listening!

    The Travels of Two Rooks pt. 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2022 63:08


    Alright I'm going to be honest: we saved the best for last here. Lucas relays the story of his drunk purchases. Sam talks about his friend at the bar. Justin remembers he's at the podcast. Fun fact! Sam has used his hand to wipe his ass multiple times and reportedly would do it again! We discuss the meta-game surrounding ass-wiping in order to show Sam he is a bad, wrong person. We also talk more about colonialism because it's relevant to address it while talking about this. To be honest, you could probably skip part 1, it's mostly just the lore.

    SLOOM ARCHIVE: Esoteric Languages and Supertasks

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2022 13:24


    Lucas decided it would be a good idea to bring SLOOMS1E2 (the second episode of SLOOM) out of the vault. I don't know why. Enjoy this mess. Juleon makes his first appearance on SLOOM to talk about esoteric computer languages and super tasks. Have you ever wanted to code in a language where you can only use blank spaces? Could you complete an infinite number of tasks within a finite amount of time? Listen to find out!

    The Travels of Two Rooks pt. 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2022 52:05


    Lucas and Sam sit down to discuss Sam's summer journey to Tanzania. Lucas compares some of his stories with that from a time he went to Germany. We discuss the first times feeling foreign to those around us, colonialism, and more! Shout out to those that read the description! I wrote this one for you! I love you!

    INTERNAL MEDIATIONS OF THE SAMWISE

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2022 7:54


    A NEW SERIES FROM SLOOM: AN IMMORTAL BEING PONDERS CONVOLUTED HUMAN NOTIONS OF DEATH, TIME, AND EXISTENCE. LISTEN TO THE THOUGHTS OF SAMWISE THE SULLEN.

    SLOOM ARCHIVE: Sam’s Review #1

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2021 31:53


    Lucas is an idiot! Thankfully, he found the first episode of Sam's review! This episode, the boys (minus Jasper :( ) sit around and test the fruits of the labor of Stonehouse Brewing: The Blood of the All-Father and A.D.A.M.. Sam (here, the Intern) brings his intern, Moose, to help. Lucas tries to explain the brewing processes behind mead, beer, whiskey, and brandy.

    SLOOM ARCHIVE: Life’s A Simulation, Bro

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2021 60:59


    FRESH FROM THE COVID LOCKDOWN VAULT: In this episode of SLOOM, we bring Skylar on to discuss Simulation Theory. We also debate the legitimacy and use of conspiracy theories. Is the universe around us just a simulation? Has Skylar been listening to too much Joe Rogan? Find out by listening to this episode!

    An Exploration of Camus’ Absurdism

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2021 105:06


    Introducing: The first annual summer guest host episode! Content warning: we will discuss suicide in this episode. French philosopher Albert Camus established the philosophy of "The Absurd" with his works Le Mythe de Sisyphe, Le Peste, and L'Etranger. With guests Nick and Emily, we explore some of our questions that he poses and discuss The Absurd in relation to our personal philosophies. Check out more from SLOOM with the links below: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sloom/id1589813553 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4AFStAzxnbm9nnIfX5G5G0?si=ifAtnc6YR16pLE1XD6MSPw Twitter: https://twitter.com/sloom_cast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sloomcast/ NOW FEATURING! FAKE ADS BY FROM THE BRILLIANT MIND OF SKYLAR! INTRO MUSIC FROM THE ARTISTIC MIND OF JUSTIN! SPONSORED BY OUR LORD AND SAVOIR THE GATOR

    Sam’s Review #2

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2021 10:53


    Where is the first review? We have no clue! Welcome to Sam's Review, a series of SLOOM where Sam reviews a drink and tells a story. Sit back and enjoy this bit-sized episode!

    We Think Birds are Stupid

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2021 28:30


    A new episode for your thoughts while we work on editing our big episodes this season! We here at SLOOM are of the opinion that birds, objectively, are stupid. How do we define the word stupid? We talk discuss this, give some prime candidates for, and vote on the winner for SLOOM's Stupidest Bird Award. Could it be the Shoebill Stork? Maybe the White Bellbird? Or perhaps the Killdeer? Find out more in this episode of SLOOM. Find more episodes and follow us on social media with the links below! Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sloom/id1589813553 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4AFStAzxnbm9nnIfX5G5G0?si=ifAtnc6YR16pLE1XD6MSPw Twitter: https://twitter.com/sloom_cast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sloomcast/

    Chasing Sweet Rewards pt.2

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2021 53:20


    What do you think of YouTubers trying to get into the MMA? Who would you call out in a fight? Delaney, Jul, Nick, and Lucas are on today to talk about it. Check out our links below for more:

    Chasing Sweet Rewards pt. 1

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2021 36:30


    Aaaaaaaaand we're back! Today we've got on Nick to talk about sport gambling! Also: we talk with Jul about bees and harvesting honey. Surprise guest Delaney joins to add a few words here and there. Check out more from us with the links below:

    A Brief Conclusion to Linguistic Relativism

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2020 51:09


    We are back with the conclusion of our episode on Linguistic Relativism. Also, we discuss the possibility of knowing everything and proving whether or not we could know everything. Are you confused yet? Good. Check out more episodes with the links below, and find us on social media!

    Space Talks: Aliens

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2020 65:14


    This is part two of Space Talks. This time, we talk about aliens! If you haven't heard the first part, go check it out before this. More Space Talks to follow? Who knows? Stay updated with the links below:

    A Brief Introduction to Linguistic Relativism

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2020 68:47


    Today, we bring on Nick to talk about linguistics, STEM appreciation, and sports analysis. But first: Lucas talks about running for way too long again. Check out the links below to find out more about us and listen to more episodes!

    Space Talks: The Shape of the Universe

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2020 67:27


    Today, Sam is our guest, as we talk about space. What about space? We're not really sure. Hopefully you know what we are talking about this time. There is some parts about the shape of the universe, multidimensional theories, and other things related to space. We talked for too long so there's gonna be a part two. Follow our social media and check out other episodes with the links below:

    Running Away from the Coronavirus

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2020 48:24


    In light of the current pandemic, we brought Hannah on to talk about it. It's hard to talk about things like that for a long time, so naturally Lucas reverts to his natural state: talking about running the 800m race in track. We hope everyone is staying safe and at home in this crazy time. For more episodes of Sloom, click the buttons below. For updates when we post episodes, follow @sloom_cast on Twitter, or find our Facebook page SLOOM.

    Which Will Kill Us First: a Supervolcano or Ragnorak?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2020 58:39


    Special mid-week episode! The world is going to end some day. We brought on Kat to talk about many different painful ends to the universe. We also kind of talked about saving it (but not really). Fun Fact: humans are really bad at doing things that won't end themselves. For more episodes of SlOOM, click one of the buttons below. Follow us on Twitter (@sloom_cast) or find our page on Facebook (SLOOM) to get updates on when we post episodes

    Brains are Strange, Computers aren’t Safe

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2020 41:48


    Jasper, Lucas, and Juleon talk about senses and weird brain things. The audio gets a little strange, but it gets better. Then, we talk about sonic and visual computer hacking, which is cool, but ineffective. For more episodes of SLOOM, click one of the buttons below. Follow us on twitter (@sloom_cast) to stay informed about when we upload!

    Awkwardly Talking About Awkward Humor

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2020 41:48


    On today's episode, Jordan and Celia join Lucas in a discussion about just about anything. To be honest, we didn't prepare and just recorded this on a whim. We eventually get to talking about awkward humor, and when it is good or bad. Then we talk about running and sports because why not? For more episodes of SLOOM, hit one of the buttons below:

    We Talk About Our Feelings But Actually It’s Just Math

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2020 50:54


    Juleon joins the podcast today to talk about some computer science things. Things very quickly go sideways into a conversation about using math to describe emotions (yay CDM's) and giving Artificial Intelligence emotions. We finish the podcast by rambling about parallel computing and computer speeds for a bit. Check out other episodes of Sloom with one of the links below:

    Vodka, Donuts, and Negative Mass

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2020 52:33


    Jasper and Lucas bring Lucas' boss, Ben, on to the podcast to talk about making solar panels with donuts and vodka. We also discuss some of consequences of negative mass. For more episodes from the Sloom series, click the button below!

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