The Sureidc Podcast

It's that time of year again! When we eat the most delicious foods and say that we are going to the gym after New Years. In this episode we are talking all about the different types of popular foods that can be had at Christmas time. Oh, by the way...Merry Christmas!

One of the bands that changed the world of music! One of the best bands in the world! That's right, we are discussing the Beatles! Listen to us dive deep into so much about the Beatles...and of course we talk about their music as well.

Happy Thanksgiving! This time of year we sit around the table and are asked what we are thankful for. That is all fine and dandy, but this year we want to discuss what makes you happy. Not only happiness but what has made you fulfilled this year.

One of the bands that changed the world of music! One of the best bands in the world! That's right, we are discussing the Beatles! Listen to us dive deep into so much about the Beatles...and of course we talk about their music as well.

Happy Halloween! Welcome to Season 4! In this episode we talk about the beloved Halloween movie, Hocus Pocus (and the second one). We dive deep into what makes the movie so memorable, quotable, and just downright fun! I also haven't talked to my guest in 13 years, so we are catching up as well.

Welcome to a new season of The Sureidc Podcast! I am excited to start this Season 4 with you and I hope that you are excited as well!

Welcome to the Season 3 Finale! The stories of gods, demi-gods, heroes, and creatures. It is always so fascinating hearing of the stories that were created hundreds and thousands of years ago. Listen to us discuss mythology. Specifically Greek and Norse mythology. We dive deep into the gods, people, creatures and stories in this two-part finale.

Welcome to the Season 3 Finale! The stories of gods, demi-gods, heroes, and creatures. It is always so fascinating hearing of the stories that were created hundreds and thousands of years ago. Listen to us discuss mythology. Specifically Greek and Norse mythology. We dive deep into the gods, people, creatures and stories in this two-part finale.

In this episode we discuss a new book series by Neal Shusterman. The first in the series is called Scythe and we dive deep into the characters and story. We also kind of ramble on about weather for the first little bit....

There are so many people in this world, and we all have our issues in our lives. Sometimes people have bigger issues that need a little more time and attention to help them. Listen to us discuss the topic of the criminally insane and the details around that topic. We even start talking about the issues of mental health.

Have you ever been listening to a song, and it seems to go on forever, and ever, and ever? Well listen to this episode that goes on forever and ever. Just kidding. In this episode we dive deep into several long songs and discuss whether they are annoying or masterpieces.

We answer the common debate when people say that theater people should be good at public speaking. In this episode we dive deep into the similarities and differences between theater and public speaking. Are they the same thing or not?

We have all had our fair share of good customer service and bad customer service. Also, I bet most of us has lived in that customer service world for a little bit. Listen to us discuss the ins and outs, the pros and cons, the "joys" of working in customer service and the expectations there is when receiving customer service.

One of the darkest, most dreary musicals of all time is Sweeny Todd. Listen to us dive deep into the story, characters, music and the themes and design of the show on stage.

Over the years everyone has been driving it into our heads about how education is important and that we need to get an education. "Don't want to be flipping burgers the rest of your life." It has always been the ideal goal to graduated high school and then get a college degree. Listen to us discuss a little bit about the history of education, the different types of education and whether it is important to get an education or not.

Another episode to share some thoughts of the week from my guest that have been on the show! I hope you enjoy, and it makes you think of something you haven't thought of or makes you do something you have been wanting to do.

The game that has it all. Good story, good characters, magic, mystery, and role playing. It seems to have everything! Listen to us talk about the game Dungeons and Dragons. We talk about the point of the game, what all you can do in the game, and a little bit about the scandalous history that the game has.

We all have had our favorite book show up right in front of our eyes in movie or tv show form. We are so excited to see the book come to life! Or are we? Sometimes we are a little worried about what the movie or tv show might turn out to be. Listen to us discuss what are opinions are when it comes to books being made into movies and then we dive into some of our favorite book series and discuss how their movies or tv shows turned out in the end.

Disney is always going to be a part of our lives. Whether it be when we were kids or when we are 100 years old. As kids we grew up with the classics and now we get to relive the magic again...or do we? Listen to us discuss Disney's classic animation movies to the newer live action movies.

Are you a fan of very detailed and specific Halloween costumes? Then you also might be a fan of cosplay. Listen to us discuss what is cosplay, the work/detail that goes into bringing a fictional character to life, the resources that our available if you are interested in starting, and to end the conversation, talking about the perception of cosplaying as a whole.

Not a new episode, but an invitation to see why I have been so busy! Come see me in the show Puffs! You won't want to miss it.

One of the best standalone Star Wars movies of all time? The movie that kept the Star Wars franchise on its feet when it was a little wobbly? Listing to us talk about the Star Wars movie Rogue One. What made it different and fresh? What new stories were started from the movie? To end the conversation, we talk a little bit about the tv show Andor. (We couldn't get too deep so expect a part 2 at some point!)

Do you ever go around feeling like you are agreeing with what everyone else is saying or doing? Do you ever feel like you go against the grain on what people do or you like to "push people's buttons"? Listen to us discuss the personality traits agreeable and antagonistic. What does that look like when someone is one or the other and how do those, two very different personalities, interact with each other?

Video games have been around for over several decades now and they say there has always been something negative happening to someone that plays. They are making us violent? They are making us lazy? They are making us dumb? Listening to us discuss several first and third person shooter games and then end the conversation with the topic of if video games make someone violent.

Another Star Wars episode! The first video episode! And into the New Year as well. One of the most prominent, best and most popular characters in Star Wars is Obi-Wan Kenobi. Listen (and watch!) us talk about the history of the character as we go through his life, and the shows we see him in. To end the conversation, we finish with talking about the new Kenobi series and what we thought about it.

Welcome to the new year of the Sureidc Podcast. Listen to me share some updates on the podcast and some new exciting news! I hope you are excited for the new episodes coming!

Christmas time is here again and there is something that you have been looking at for the past month or maybe even two months and that is.... Christmas decorations. Listen to us dive into another Christmas episodes talking about the history of decorations, the types of Christmas decorations and is there such a thing as too many decorations? Listen and find out! Merry Christmas

Out of all the Christmas movies ever. Of all time. New and old. There is a new Christas movie and that is the new movie with Ryan Reynolds and Will Ferrell, Spirited. If you have seen it advertised and wondered if it's worth the watch, well you'll have to give it a chance. Listen to us talk about what we expected, what we thought and of course diving into story, acting and music. Hint hint...it is a musical.

It's that time of the year again, to eat so much you think your belly is going to pop. It is also that time of year again to share what you are thankful for. Listen to this short episode of me sharing what it means to be thankful, how we show thankfulness and what I am thankful for when it comes to the podcast. Happy Thanksgiving!

Story telling is everywhere in our lives. In the movies, shows, videos we watch every day. In our jobs, with our friends, and our families. There is something about someone that can tell or share a story. Someone that can keep you locked into the story with creative details and dramatic action. Today we are talking about how to start a story, how to develop a story and just other topics that might stop someone from starting to share a story that could be really good.

Welcome to Season 3! We are starting out with murder, mayhem and...comedy? This Halloween season we are leaning in a different direction and we are talking about the tv show Only Murders in the Building. We talk about characters, writing, story line, comedy and everything else that makes the show what it is.

Welcome to Season 3 of The Sureidc Podcast! I am so excited to keep this project going and I have enjoyed every second of it! I hope that you have too! Look forward to the start of Season 3 happening in two weeks!

In this season 2 finale we are finishing our conversation over Harry Potter. In this episode we talk about the Hogwarts houses, the crazy amounts of Harry Potter theater, the Wizarding World of Harry Potter and so much more! Enjoy this final episode of the season and see you in Season 3! 

And now...On to the movies! In the last two episodes we have dived deep into the books and now it's time to dive into the movies. Listen to us continue the Harry Potter conversation. We talk about actors and actresses, directors, and what we thought about the movies representing the books as a whole.

Now for Part 2 of the Harry Potter series. In this episode we dive deep into the last three books. We talk about the final chapters of the series and the many emotions we had when the series ended. If you haven't listened to part 1, go back and listen to that one before this one. Also be ready to for Part 3 coming in two weeks.

The time has come! Welcome to the season 2 finale! In this 4-part series we are talking about all things Harry Potter. In Part 1 we are talking about books 1-4. We dive deep into personal past emotions of reading the books, the writing, the stories, the characters, and no joke, sometimes we are just going chapter by chapter. Look forward to Part 2 coming soon!   

The conversation continued: Have you ever thought about why we must be better? Be taller? Funnier? Smarter? Have the best technology? Listen to us discuss the topic of dominance hierarchies. We talk about where it started, the different types of "dominance", and what the situations look like in the world we live in today.

Have you ever thought about why we must be better? Be taller? Funnier? Smarter? Have the best technology? Listen to us discuss the topic of dominance hierarchies. We talk about where it started, the different types of "dominance", and what the situations look like in the world we live in today.

After almost a year, we are now talking about the second book in the Six of Crows series, Crooked Kingdom. Sit back as we dive deep in the back stories, character developments, and of course talk about some spoilers that you might never see coming.

Have you ever wondered what it is like to fly a fighter jet? Or maybe even a helicopter? Well look and wonder no further because today we are talking about a flight simulator called DCS. Listen to us dive into how the game is played, what type of aircrafts are in game and even about the phenomenal graphics and technology in the game.

Que Indiana Jones theme music...that's right, I know you sang it. The great treasure hunter and archeologist of all time! Listen to us discuss everything about the Indiana Jones series. Talking about each movie individual, about characters, themes, writing, maybe even squeeze in some Star Wars talk. And yes, we even talked about the one most people don't talk about.

Part 2 of a 2-part episode - Listen to us discuss the musical, A Chorus Line. We dive deep into the subjects of characters, music, and even how deep the storyline is.

Part 1 of a 2-part episode - Listen to Bemo and I talk about roles we have played, shows we have seen and been in, and just shoot the breeze when it comes to theater.

The hype of Broadway. The simplicity of community theater. Is one better than the other? Listen to us discuss the differences and maybe even the similarities of small-town theaters versus "big town" theaters.

What do you think of when you think of a bear? Do you think ferocious beast? Or cute and cuddly? Listen to us discuss everything about bears and even talk a little bit about where we get these different thoughts about their behavior and demeanor*. *Look up the definition of demeanor...That's right.

I am sharing with you the thoughts of the week that I have collected from guests for the past several months.

We all love a good card game and at the same time we all like a good dice game. But what happens if we put cards and dice together in a game? The possibilities become endless! Listen to us discuss a little bit about our gaming history as well as talk about card and dice games. What games are out there? The mechanics of the games. Even talk a little bit about how you can find out if you are lucky or unlucky.

Everyone has problems that they go through. We all have our challenges. But what if there is something we can do to help with those things as well as other small problems or questions that come up in our everyday, normal lives. Listen to us dive deep into the pros and cons of counseling as well as talk about why it is important and why there are negative thoughts in the world about counseling. 

And now...for another musical review, today we are talking about the Rodgers and Hammerstein's musical Cinderella! If you are a fan of the Cinderella story, then you are going to love listening to this episode. Listen as us dive into every detail about this show. The story, the characters, the music, and even the costume design. Spoiler alert...this is one of my guest's favorite musicals, so we are getting a lot of information.

Are you looking for a new book to read that has come out recently? Look no further, you have found what you are looking for. Listen to us talk about the book The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue. If you like drama, check. If you like romance, check. If you like the occasional steamy (but not too steamy) style of writing? Check! Well, either way, if you are a book reader this one should definitely be "in the books" to check out.

Two of the biggest factions and one of the biggest wars in the Star Wars universe. The galactic republic jedi and clones against the separatist droids. The rise of the empire and the fall of the jedi. Listen to us discuss the Clone Wars and dive deep into the Galactic Republic and the Separatist characters, story and maybe even some spoilers...it has been out forever, there are no spoilers at this point.