Podcasts about Cynic

I was joined by Max Phelps, who will be performing with Exist and also with Cynic at ProgStorm in August. Max talked with me about his excitement for the festival, and one band in particular, as well as his songwriting process, and whether he prefers concise songs or epics.--------------------------------------------------------------------------- Show your Bleeding Edge support!! Buy some merch! https://bleeding-edge.myspreadshop.com/orhttps://buymeacoffee.com/bleeding_edge---------------------------------------------------------------------------

Talent means nothing if the attitude poisons the room. In this episode of The Level Up Podcast, Paul Alex breaks down why one cynical leader can destroy your entire company culture from the inside out. Let's be real… A top performer with a toxic attitude is still toxic. They may hit their numbers. They may be skilled. They may know the business. But if they are constantly complaining… Rolling their eyes… Undermining the vision… And spreading pessimism through the team… They are costing you more than they are producing. In this episode, you'll learn: Why talent does not excuse disrespect or negativity How cynical leaders quietly poison company culture Why protecting belief in the mission is a CEO responsibility How removing one toxic person can instantly strengthen the team The truth is simple: You cannot build a massive future with people who are constantly explaining why it will fail. Your company needs operators who solve problems. People who believe in the mission. People who raise the energy in the room. People who bring standards, urgency, and optimism to the work. If someone is skilled but constantly negative… They are not an asset. They are a liability. Protect the culture. Remove the poison. Raise the standard. And let the believers take over. Your Network is your NETWORTH! Make sure to add me on all SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS: Instagram: https://jo.my/paulalex2024 Facebook: https://jo.my/fbpaulalex2024 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGhDAD1JyGGzSQUPD9lc9HQ LinkedIn: https://jo.my/inpaulalex2024 Looking for a secondary source of income or want to become an entrepreneur? Check out one of my companies below to see if we can help you: www.CashSwipe.com FREE Copy of my book “Blue to Digital Gold - The New American Dream”www.officialPaulAlex.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Born in 103, he was a philosopher from the Samaritan town of Shechem in Palestine, who had devoted his life to the search for truth, trying many philosophical schools and sources of human wisdom: the Stoics, the Peripatetics, the Pythagoreans and finally the Platonists. One day an old man (whose name and origin are unknown) appeared to him and spoke to him of the Prophets and Apostles who had learned of God not by their own wisdom, but by revelation of God Himself. He read the scriptures and was convinced of the truth of the Faith, but he would not be baptised or call himself a Christian until he had tested all the pagans' arguments against Christianity. To this end he traveled to Rome, where he engaged in debate at philosophical gatherings, impressing all with his wisdom. In Rome he also witnessed the martyrdom of Sts Ptolemy and Lucian; this moved him to write an Apologia for the Christian faith and the Christian people, which he gave to the Emperor Antoninus and the Senate. They were so moved by this document that the Emperor ordered that persecution of Christians should cease.   For the remainder of his life, Justin devoted all his skills to the proclamation of the Gospel and the defense of Christians. To the end of his life, wherever he preached Christ, he always wore his philosopher's garb. In addition to his Apologia, he wrote a number of other learned defenses of the faith.   Eventually he was imprisoned following the false accusations of Crescens, a jealous Cynic philosopher. He died (one source says by beheading, another by poison) in Rome in 167 under the Emperor Marcus Aurelius, successor to Antoninus.

Bay Area thrash legends Forbidden join 107.7 The Bone’s Chasta & Baby Huey to talk about their upcoming album, the band’s new era, Bay Area metal culture, streaming frustrations, and their massive show at Great American Music Hall with Cynic, Doomsday and Cultural Warfare. Craig Locicero and Chris Kontos also dive into the state of rock and metal in 2026, the importance of supporting artists, and why the Bay Area music scene continues to inspire musicians around the world.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Cynic Weekly – The original 90 Minute Cynic PodcastThe Cynic Weekly – End of Season Awards Special

Let not those who hope in you be put to shame through me,    O Lord God of hosts;let not those who seek you be brought to dishonor through me,    O God of Israel.- Psalm 69:6 Links and Timestamps:00:25 – Scripture Reading. 04:49 – Introduction. 08:06 – Commentary on Psalm 69. 30:45 – Commentary on ‘Chapter 1' by John Reuben. 58:12 – Aristides the Just and the Age of Pericles.

I sit down with progressive metal luminary Paul Masvidal of Cynic! In this deep-dive interview, Paul drops a little info about the next Cynic album currently in production and slated for later this year. We also discuss Cynic's upcoming headlining performance at ProgStorm Festival in Montreal, their legendary 'Focus' and 'Traced in Air' eras, navigating complex rig setups for international touring, and how art acts as an ultimate tool for survival and emotional healing. Plus, Paul shares an cool story about discovering an unreleased song featuring the late, great Sean Malone on bass.--------------------------------------------------------------------------- Show your Bleeding Edge support!! Buy some merch! https://bleeding-edge.myspreadshop.com/orhttps://buymeacoffee.com/bleeding_edge---------------------------------------------------------------------------

The Cynic Weekly – The original 90 Minute Cynic PodcastGall is joined by Stuart and Barry as Celtic's title-winning week is unpacked after one of the most chaotic and emotional finishes in recent memory.The panel reflect on the comeback against Hearts, the atmosphere inside Celtic Park and the fallout that followed as Scottish football descended into accusations and conspiracy claims.Key discussion points:• Celtic's dramatic title-clinching comeback against Hearts• The atmosphere and emotion inside Celtic Park• The players who stepped up when it mattered most• Why this title felt different from recent wins• Media narratives, VAR fallout and conspiracy claims• Martin O'Neill defending the support and the achievement• The wider reaction across Scottish football

In This Episode Erin and Weer'd discuss: Assistant US Attorney General Harmeet Dhillon speaking out against the Denver CO AR-15 ban; the Brady Campaign being predictably upset by this, but their "facts" don't add up; the FPC challenging the New Jersey hollow point ammo ban; a dangerous criminal who went on a shooting spree in Cambridge MA, despite all the gun control laws there; and the Pink Pistols have produced a comment template to send to the ATF about the proposed "biological sex" question on the new 4473. Weer'd talks to Casey Herrington of Koa Athletics about living in a gun unfriendly state; and spring has sprung, so David talks about his lost buffer spring gardening. Did you know that we have a Patreon? Join now for the low, low cost of $4/month (that's $1/podcast) and you'll get to listen to our podcast on Friday instead of Mondays, as well as patron-only content like mag dump episodes, our hilarious blooper reels and film tracks. Main Topic Top DOJ official predicts Supreme Court will declare AR-15 rifles legal everywhere in America Brady Responds to Trump DOJ Intention to Make Assault Weapons Available Nationwide through Legal Challenge to Denver Ban New Jersey's Second Amendment Catch-22 Gunman opens Fire in Cambridge Mass Suspect in brazen Cambridge shooting has criminal history Gun Groups Chime In On New ATF Rules Templates for Submitting Challenges to ATF Rule 4473 Proposal Koa Athletics Koa Athletics Lead Safety While Shooting Gun Lovers and Other Strangers Cornell Cooperative Extension Indoor Kitchen Gardening Year-Round Indoor Salad Gardening Tom Lehrer – Poisoning Pigeons in The Park Brena Bock Author Page David Bock Author Page Team And More  

"Hey, it's Jack here – I'm still out in the van writing up my travel book. The wind and rain coming down hard in France, as you might hear in the background. We're recording an old-school show and another interview at the end of the month, which we're really excited to produce and share. In the meantime, I'm happy to release a one-to-one conversation with me and John Nelson – author of Jesus' Physical Appearance and host at Premier Unbelievable. We explore why the biblical writers include no description of Jesus' body, what that absence might mean, and how Jesus' appearance has been imagined, altered, and politicised across history. Along the way, we discuss Jesus' clothing, Stoic and Cynic influences, animals and incarnation, modern Christian culture, the politics of Jesus' image, and a few of the more intriguing Christian conspiracy theories. I hope you enjoy the show!" Links Jesus' Physical Appearance (book) Behind The Gospels (substack) Biblical Time Machine (podcast)

The Cynic Weekly – The original 90 Minute Cynic PodcastGall is joined by Stuart and Barry as Celtic's dramatic title push heads into a final-day showdown with Hearts at Celtic Park.The panel react to the chaotic late win over Motherwell and the fallout from another huge VAR decision. There's discussion around the media reaction, conspiracy claims from pundits and whether Celtic's resilience under pressure is finally carrying them over the line.Key discussion points:• The dramatic late win away to Motherwell• The VAR controversy and reaction across Scottish football• Media narratives, conspiracy claims, and pundit meltdown• Why Celtic keep leaving it late this season• Hearts, pressure, and the psychology of the final day• Celtic's resilience through a chaotic campaign• Why Saturday now feels like a cup final for the title

The Cynic Weekly – The original 90 Minute Cynic PodcastGall is joined by Stuart and Barry as Celtic's title push heads into the final three games of the season.The panel discuss the nervy win at Easter Road, controversial VAR decisions, and the growing tension around the run-in after Hearts' victory over Rangers. There's also chat on key players returning to form, the psychology of the title race, and whether this Celtic side can hold their nerve when it matters most.Key discussion points:• The dramatic win away to Hibs• VAR controversy and officiating frustration• Hearts beating Rangers and the impact on the title race• Key players stepping up at the right time• Why Celtic still struggle to kill games off• The pressure and psychology of the run-in• What's needed from the final three matches

Proverbs 29:9-10. Don't argue with a cynic, what's wrong with Twitter, hate the sin and not the sinner.

Influenced by bands like Opeth and Cynic, Cryptic Divination is a unique "second generation" of sounds from '90s death metal to '70s prog rock. Utilizing heavy riffs, clean sections and screams, they embody a new wave of pacific-northwest progressive death metal.

Continuing on Rameau's Nephew, getting further into Rameau's philosophy and practices and trying to figure out what this anti-hero can tell us about ethics, given that he displays the virtue of being candid about his own vices. We talk about "trade idioms" (unethical practices that we consider normal), education, and music. How does this reading relate to Hegel (who quotes it directly)? Get more at partiallyexaminedlife.com. Visit partiallyexaminedlife.com/support to get ad-free episodes and tons of bonus discussion. Sponsors: Don't get caught running yesterday's security on today's web: visit nordlayer.com/browser. Get a $1/month e-commerce trial at shopify.com/pel.

The Cynic Weekly – The original 90 Minute Cynic PodcastGall is joined by Scott and Barry as they have their weekly discussion on all things Celtic, reflecting on our recent performance against Falkirk and looking ahead to the next crucial league fixture as the season reaches its defining stretch.We also discuss the managerial links to the club, Martin O'Neill getting Manager of the month and the importance of the man when appointing the new manager.

On Denis Diderot's Rameau's Nephew, a dialogue written in the 1760s. Is virtue necessary for happiness, or in the real world, is vice necessary to get by? Diderot's character Rameau argues the latter: that philosophical morality is problematic, and our imperative is prudence, which in Rameau's case involves a lot of clownish deception and (ironically) truth-telling. Get more at partiallyexaminedlife.com. Visit partiallyexaminedlife.com/support to get ad-free episodes and tons of bonus discussion. Sponsors: Don't get caught running yesterday's security on today's web: visit nordlayer.com/browser. Get a $1/month e-commerce trial at shopify.com/pel. Get three months free of online payroll and benefits software for small businesses at gusto.com/pel.

"Why the Church?"Matthew 16:15-19; Proverbs 29:18 ESVThe Church Series - Part 1 Why does Oasis Church exist?Pastor Nate ClarkeApril 26, 2026Virginia's proposed Constitutional amendments on Abortion & Marriage - How to VOTE BIBLICALLY: https://youtu.be/Y8z8xTFsOn8How should Christians respond to wickedness in the world? https://youtu.be/2OJUIM9YRwASERMON NOTES:- Matthew 16:15-19- Proverbs 29:18 ESV- Why The Church?- "If the church is central to God's purpose, as seen in both history and the gospel, it must surely also be central to our lives." John Stott- Philippians 2:1-2- 1 Corinthians 12:4-6- "The bible knows nothing of solitary religion." John Wesley - Our Vision: Worship God, Equip the believers, Reach the lost- Worship God- Worship: 'worth-ship'; to attribute the highest worth, honor, or value.- Worship God     - Lift up God's son, Jesus- John 12:32     - Sensitive to God's Spirit- John 14:16-18- Acts 2:17-18     - Weekly rhythm- Hebrews 10:25- "Church attendance is as vital to a disciple as a transfusion of rich, healthy blood to a sick man." DL Moody     - Finances- Proverbs 3:9     - Expressive praise (sub point 5, and this sub point has 4 sub points of its own lol)- Psalm 29:2          - Voices lifted- Psalm 95:1          - Clapping and shouting- Psalm 47:1- Psalm 98:4          - Lifting hands- Psalm 134:2- Psalm 63:4          - Dancing- Psalm 149:3- Equip the believers- Ephesians 4:11-15- Equip the believers     - Through the preaching of the Word- 2 Timothy 3:16-17     - Through Bible studies, group gatherings     - Through prayer     - Through fellowship- Proverbs 27:17     - Through serving one another- Galatians 5:13- 1 Peter 4:10- Reach the lost- Matthew 28:19-20- Luke 19:10- Reach the lost     - By witnessing     - By giving and sending     - By inviting and making room- Worship God, Equip the believers, Reach the lost- Church Responses     - Critic: stands outside and judges the church     - Cynic: hands holded at the back with suspicion about everything     - Curious: open to explore and see     - Consumer: takes and takes from the church      - Creator: serves to make it what Jesus intended it to beOasis Church exists to Worship God, Equip the believers, and Reach the lost.We are led by Pastor Nate Clarke and are located in Mechanicsville outside Richmond in Central Virginia.STAY CONNECTEDInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/oasischurchva/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OasisChurchRVA/Website: https://oasischurch.online

The Cynic Weekly – The original 90 Minute Cynic PodcastGall is joined by Stuart and Barry as they have their weekly discussion on all things Celtic, reflecting on a dramatic recent performance against St Mirren and looking ahead to the next crucial league fixture as the season reaches its defining stretch.Key discussion points:• What recent performances say about Celtic's ability to deliver in big moments • Inconsistency, structure and whether the team has a clear identity• Standout contributions from key players and impact subs• The James Forrest debate and the value of experience in the squad• Recruitment analysis across different managers and what's gone wrong• Media narratives and attempts to “rewrite” recent history• Early transfer links, including goalkeeper options• Fan action, atmosphere and the mood around the club• Predictions and key players ahead of the next fixture

The Cynic Weekly – The original 90 Minute Cynic PodcastGall is joined by Stuart and Barry as they have their weekly discussion on all things Celtic and look ahead to the upcoming game against St. Mirren in the Scottish Cup.The panel break down what the win against St Mirren at the weekend tells us, while off-field noise ramps up. Attention also turns to the summer, with discussion around transfer targets, squad gaps and Celtic's strongest XI as things stand.Key discussion points:• What the St Mirren win reveals about Celtic's current level• Standout performers and areas still lacking• The mood around the club heading into the split• Boardroom change and shifting dynamics off the pitch • Media criticism and how fair it really is• Early transfer links and positions needing strengthened• What we want to see in the next St Mirren clash

The Cynic Weekly – The original 90 Minute Cynic PodcastGall is joined by Boud, Stuart and Scott as Celtic head into the final stretch of the season with the title race on a knife edge. With the post-split fixtures now confirmed, the panel dig into what lies ahead and whether this team has what it takes to get over the line.The return of the Green Brigade, ongoing concerns around performances and the general chaos of the title race all add to a tense and unpredictable end to the campaign.We also give details of The Cynic LIVE SHOW – taking place in May.Key discussion points:• Full breakdown of the post-split fixtures and title run-in• Are Celtic actually in the strongest position despite the table?• Where points could be won and lost across the final games• Concerns over away form• How much this season will shape the club's direction next year• The return of the Green Brigade and its potential impact• Media narratives and the noise surrounding the title race• Some fun Celtic-related games to finish the podcast

Hi, everyone! Melissa here. Fish and I have been thinking about the long-term home of Felicity: Optimist vs. Cynic. It's been years since we finished recording this podcast, and audio podcast platforms are no longer the best place for us to host this series. But you know what is? YouTube! We have been uploading the podcast over to YouTube quickly. Two episodes a week are being transferred there. And by the end of the year (2026), when all the episodes are available on YouTube, we'll get rid of our audio podcast account. This is a great time to find Felicity: Optimist vs. Cynic on YouTube. Subscribe to the channel. Find the playlist. And rewatch the show we all love. We welcome your comments on the YouTube videos! Here's how to find us: Take the Doughnut channel - https://www.youtube.com/@takethedoughnut?sub_confirmation=1  Felicity: Optimist vs. Cynic podcast playlist -  https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjb4Csi9PhI5LPeAagF_Ye_AvU8TPbacF   Thanks for listening, and don't hook up with Ben while we're gone!

The Cynic Weekly – The original 90 Minute Cynic PodcastGall is joined by Barry, Boud and Stuart as Celtic return from the international break with their title hopes hanging by a thread. The panel assess a faltering campaign and question whether this team has anything left to give.They also cover key injury updates, squad concerns, and what needs to happen for Celtic to stay alive in the race.Key discussion points:• Celtic's title chances rated—how low can you go?• A brutally honest assessment of the team's form and mentality• Why even a perfect run might not be enough• The impact of injuries and returning players ahead of the split• Concerns over creativity, consistency and squad quality• Fixture run-in scenarios and where the title could be won or lost• Some Fun Celtic related games to finish the podcast

Friend or foe? More powerful or less? Your team is answering those two questions about every person in your building, all day, on repeat. Dr. Dave walks through the four characters that emerge from that scan, why your Cynic is costing you more than you think, and why the place to start is you.

The Cynic Weekly – The original 90 Minute Cynic Podcast.Gall has a candid one-on-one with Martin from The Green Brigade, unpacking the ongoing ban and why negotiations appear to be breaking down.The episode explores disputed club demands and the wider impact on fans. It also raises serious questions about the future of organised fan culture at Celtic Park.Topics covered:Current status of the Green Brigade banCeltic's demands and points of contentionBreakdown in negotiations and lack of “good faith” engagementRole of the Safety Advisory Group (SAG)Tensions with Police Scotland and matchday policing issuesImpact on affected supportersAtmosphere and fan culture at Celtic ParkPotential implications for season ticket renewalsConcerns over wider targeting of organised supporter groupsThe role of the Celtic fan collective and future supporter representation

The Cynic Weekly – The original 90 Minute Cynic Podcast.Gall is joined by Barry, Boud and Stuart to dig through an eventful week at Celtic both on and off the pitch. We discuss the revelations from Kasper Schmeichel about his long term future and look over comments from Maloney about his role moving forward.We also discuss other recent news and look ahead to a huge game against Dundee United on Sunday.Key discussion points:Kasper Schmeichel's shock media appearancesQuestions over professionalism, communication and responsibility within the squadShaun Maloney's role, reputation rebuild and uncertain future at the clubThe ongoing managerial situation and doubts around potential candidatesRecruitment failures and structural issues behind the scenesExternal perspective on Celtic's untapped commercial potential and boardroom stagnationFan unrest, protests and whether momentum for change is fading as results improveBalancing a potential successful season with the need for long-term reform

The Cynic Weekly – The original 90 Minute Cynic Podcast.Gall is joined by Barry, Boud and Stuart to unpack Celtic's dramatic penalty shoot-out win at Ibrox and the fallout from a chaotic derby weekend. From defensive heroics and penalty psychology to the looming loss of Callum McGregor, the panel break down what it all means for the run-in.Key discussion points:Celtic's backs-to-the-wall derby performance and dramatic penalty shoot-out victoryHow big a blow Callum McGregor's injury could be for the title run-inMidfield solutions without the captain: Bernardo, McCowan and Oxlade-ChamberlainDefensive standouts and leadership across the team at IbroxThe psychology and preparation behind Celtic's successful penalty shoot-outPost-match chaos, fan incidents and the wider fallout from the derbyLooking ahead to Motherwell and the crucial fixtures before the split

This talk will introduce one of the most arresting figures of ancient Greek philosophy, Diogenes of Sinope, the founder of Cynicism. Diogenes is the subject of some entertaining stories, which will be shared, but he is also a figure of great importance to ancient Greek and Roman culture, and a figure whose provocations retain their punch. Several provocative features of Diogenes' Cynicism will be discussed, including especially the call to live as a citizen of the world.

The Cynic Weekly – The original 90 Minute Cynic Podcast.Gall is joined by Barry and Chris to break down a chaotic week as Celtic grind out results while staying firmly in the title race.From derby drama to striker struggles and a tightening league table, the panel cover everything shaping the run-in.Key discussion points:Celtic's “just win” mentality as results continue despite inconsistent performancesThe ongoing striker crisis and why none of the current options are convincingRangers 2–2 Celtic: the disastrous first half and Hatate's game-changing impactAberdeen 1–2 Celtic: Arthur's debut, Sinisalo's save and another Nygren goalSelection dilemmas ahead of the next Rangers clashThe tightening title race and the decisive fixtures before the splitWillie Haughey's proposed Season Ticket Alliance and fan influence at Celtic

This episode follows Epictetus's vivid portrait of Diogenes the Cynic—a philosopher who lived as a “spy” on false values, exposing how little we truly need to live freely. From Diogenes' fearless simplicity to Seneca and Gracián's insistence on self-respect even in solitude, we explore what it means to answer to yourself rather than to status, comfort, or applause.

The Cynic Weekly – The original 90 Minute Cynic Podcast.After a bruising week that left Celtic's season hanging in the balance, Gall is joined by Barry and Boud to pick through everything from a tough week.Fresh from a damaging loss to Hibs and a humbling European night against VfB Stuttgart, the panel ask whether this is the moment the title charge truly began to unravel or the point it finally sparks back into life.The panel discuss:● The Hibs setback and why Celtic look alarmingly easy to play through● Austin Trusty's red card drama, the failed appeal, and whether the club's response feels like deflection● Kasper Schmeichel's worrying form and the recruitment questions that refuse to go away● A European tie that already feels over● Protests at Celtic Park, fan frustration, and the growing disconnect between boardroom and stands● A tough run of fixtures: Rangers at Ibrox, Aberdeen away, Motherwell looming and the very real top-four anxiety

Recut 2020 Episode: The Story of Russell Mofsky – Origins of Miami Punk Band Quit, Gold Dust Lounge, and MoreThis is a recut and re-released version of Episode 5, originally recorded in 2020 during the first year of the podcast at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. The audio has been polished for improved clarity, though it has a lower bit rate due to the original recording application.Russell Mofsky shares his journey from growing up in Miami Beach, discovering music as a child, and diving into South Florida's punk, skateboarding, and metal scenes, to forming the influential band Quit. He reflects on live shows, DIY culture, and the friendships that shaped his creative path.The conversation also explores his later jazz studies and the creation of Gold Dust Lounge, a project blending vintage mood music, cinematic soundscapes, and eclectic influences.This re-release gives both longtime fans and new listeners a chance to revisit an early chapter in South Florida music history and the beginnings of the podcast.

The Cynic Weekly – The original 90 Minute Cynic Podcast.After a chaotic stoppage-time winner against Kilmarnock on Sunday, Christopher Gallagher is joined by Barry Gallagher and Christopher Boud to break down a week that keeps the title charge alive, but still leaves questions hanging in the air.The panel discuss:● Julián Araujo's instant impact and why making him permanent should be a priority● Big Tam's growing influence and whether his link-up play is the key to unlocking tight games● Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain's class off the bench and how quickly he should be starting● Defensive frailties around Scales, Trusty and Schmeichel — wobble or warning sign?● The Green Brigade situation and the atmosphere debate at Celtic Park● Darren O'Dea's explosive comments on John Kennedy and the internal shake-up● A daunting run of fixtures including Stuttgart home and away, Rangers at Ibrox, and a trip to Pittodrie● Listener questions and whether goal difference could be crucialAll that, plus a look ahead to a massive Europa League night as Celtic's season teeters between glory and disaster.

The Cynic Weekly – The original 90 Minute Cynic Podcast.After another dramatic stoppage-time winner, Barry, Stuart and Scott break down a nerve-shredding night that keeps the title dream alive but raises serious questions about sustainability. Are Celtic grinding their way to glory or just delaying the inevitable?The panel discuss:Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain's dream debut and whether his quality can spark something biggerThe worrying injury to Arne Engels and what it means for the midfieldReo Hatate's struggle for form and focusThe full-back revival with Tierney and SarrachiMartin O'Neill's outspoken comments and what they reveal about the squadA brutal run of fixtures ahead, including Rangers (twice), Stuttgart and a trip to PittodriePlus listeners' questions and a look ahead to a massive Sunday showdown at Kilmarnock.

The Cynic Weekly – The original 90 Minute Cynic Podcast.Gall is joined by Barry and Scott as they sit down and discuss the current state of play at Celtic.We discuss the closing on the transfer window and the players brought in by the club. We cover all Celtic news including the potential signing of the OX and we get comments from the manager.We finish by discussing the fan boycott of the Dundee game and what that means in the ongoing campaign for change. We also discuss the Dundee game itself.

The Opposition Perspective is a podcast in which we sit down with fans of Celtic's weekend opponents.Today we spoke to Glen Schreuder from Red Tinted Glasses, an Aberdeen fan podcast as we look ahead to our match at Pittodrie.We discuss Aberdeen's tumultuous season with Thelin being sacked and difficult results throughout.We also get the expectations of the Aberdeen support for tonights match.

On January 5th, during a special edition of "Oudheid Café," we recorded an episode with Dr. Inger Kuin of the University of Virginia about her new book on Diogenes of Sinope: 'Diogenes - The Rebellious Life and Revolutionary Philosophy of the Original Cynic'. In a packed Mayflower Bookshop in Leiden, we spoke extensively, in English, about the life and "lived philosophy" of Diogenes. What do we actually know about him? What sources do we have on him? And what do we know about his philosophy?Shownotes

The Cynic Weekly – The original 90 Minute Cynic Podcast.Barry is joined by Stuart and Gall as they sit down and discuss the current state of play at Celtic.We discuss the draw with Hearts and what that means for our push for the league, as well as the key incidents from the game.We cover all the recent transfer links and what we think Celtic will do between now and the end of the window.We talk about the strengths and weaknesses of the squad and look ahead to the game against Utrecht in the Europa League.

Hello and Welcome to the Cynic weekly.   Due to unforeseen last-minute change of circumstances, we are unable to record and release an episode of the Cynic Weekly as we would normally do on the Wednesday of a Europa League game.   However, we have decided to release This weeks episode of The Agenda, which we recorded on Monday and records at midday every Monday as part of the Cynic podcast subscription service.Welcome to The Agenda – Setting the scene for your week in the world of The Cynic and Celtic.We break down The Cynic schedule for the upcoming week and what you can expect.Gall is joined by Kieran and Lorenzo as they bring you up to date with all the goings on at Celtic.We discuss the performance in the Scottish Cup and our expectations for our Europa League tie in Italy. We also discuss the failings at boardroom level of the club.We cover all of the recent transfer news including Maswanhise, Wind and Lawrence before discussing the game against Hearts and what that could mean for the rest of the season.

The Cynic Weekly – The original 90 Minute Cynic Podcast.Gall is joined by Stuart and Barry as they sit down and discuss the current state of play at Celtic.We discuss the victory over Falkirk and what that means for our push for the league. We discuss the transfer window and how realistic we need to be with two weeks left of the window.We talk about the strengths and weaknesses of the squad and look ahead to the game in the Scottish Cup on Sunday.

The Cynic Weekly – The original 90 Minute Cynic Podcast.Gall is joined by Stuart and Paul as they sit down and discuss the current state of play at Celtic.We discuss the change in manager from Wilfried Nancy to Martin O'Neill. We discuss what our expectations are for the transfer window and the rest of the season.We talk about the strengths and weaknesses of the squad and look ahead to the game against Dundee United on Saturday.

Garza sits down in-person with Paul Masvidal. Vocalist, guitar player & founding member of progressive metal band CYNIC. https://instagram.com/paulmasvidalSPONSORS: https://neuraldsp.com USE CODE: Garza for 30% OFF!00:00 - Being Left-Handed07:02 - Esotericism, Psychedelics & Journaling12:45 - Thoughts & Self-Awareness14:15 - Acid & Psychedelic Trips18:58 - Childhood // Parents21:05 - Florida to New York25:40 - Meeting the Cynic Guys in School27:45 - Sean Reinert 29:00 - Seaweed Riffs33:45 - Dropping Out vs Finishing School38:50 - Meeting Chuck Schuldiner44:03 - Peavey Bandit48:01 - Death's Pivotal “Human” Moment51:36 - Processing Grief57:05 - Road Rage1:02:07 - Recording Focus // Hurricane Andrew1:07:22 - Robert Venosa's Art1:15:14 - Focus1:09:04 - Riff: Veil of Maya1:26:37 - Fractal FM91:34:56 - Synth Guitars & Meris Pedals1:37:39 - Headless Guitars1:40:15 - Kiesel Guitars: Masvidalien MIII1:48:01 - Riff: Evolutionary Sleeper1:53:35 - Patreon Question: Continuing after Bandmates' Deaths1:59:46 - Patreon Question: Alien Encounters2:06:23 - Pablo Picasso: The Old GuitaristPatreon Questions by: Saint Rigal & BMWoodyWOO

The famous street artist Banksy shocked the art world in 2018 when his painting, Girl with Balloon, partially shredded itself moments after selling it for over a million dollars. at a Sotheby's auction in London. Banksy had secretly built a mechanical shredder into the painting's ornate frame, turning the destruction into a piece of performance art which was later authenticated and renamed Love Is in the Bin. He did this to make a statement about the art market's hyper-commercialization. One of the most famous and influential philosophers of the ancient world enjoyed doing similar types of shocking stunts to make his point in the most memorable way possible. Diogenes the Cynic had a reputation for eccentricity. He lived in a large clay wine jar and owned almost nothing, a demonstration that true freedom and happiness come from self-sufficiency. He defecated in public, and when criticized, he asked why it was acceptable to eat there but not to perform other natural acts, illustrating that social shame is arbitrary and not rooted in nature or reason. Since his death in 323 BC, devoted followers made him and his ideas famous the world over. But some modern philosophers like Friedrich Hegel thought of him as just a shock jock. To him, Diogenes had a way of life based on simple, isolated maxims and provocative anecdotes—like those of a folk figure—rather than a fully developed, systematic philosophical system that truly captured the evolving spirit of reason in history. Today’s guest is Inger Kuin, author of “Diogenes: The Rebellious Life and Revolutionary Philosophy of the Original Cynic.“ We look at this iconoclastic philosopher whose brash and free-thinking vision of life ended up inspiring the philosophy of Stoicism. His philosophy stresses the importance of living here and now and not concerning ourselves with things out of our control. Diogenes also stands apart as history’s first recorded critic of slavery, a lone voice of his time that powerfully influenced future thinkers, from Epictetus to future abolitionists.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Cynic Weekly – The original 90 Minute Cynic Podcast.Gall is joined by Stuart and Barry as they sit down and discuss the current state of play at Celtic.We discuss Wilfried Nancy at Celtic and if he is already in an untenable situation. We discuss the stepping down of Peter Lawwell and the communication from the board.We then discuss were the club are headed and what we can do as a support. We finish by looking ahead to the Aberdeen game.

The Cynic Weekly – The original 90 Minute Cynic Podcast.Gall is joined by Stuart and Barry as they sit down and discuss the current state of play at Celtic.We discuss Wilfried Nancy's first game in charge and the positives and negatives of the 2-1 defeat to Hearts. We also go over some stats.We then discuss the frankly odd reaction in the MSM to Nancy as well as some of the bizarre comments. We finish by looking ahead to the Roma game.

Margaret talks to Dana El Kurd about Diogenes, the founder of the Cynics, who was kind of an edgelord and lived in a jar. Sources: The Dangerous Life and Ideas of Diogenes the Cynic, Jean-Manuel Roubineau How to Say No: An Ancient Guide to the Cynicism, Diogenes (edited by MD Usher) https://www.bbc.com/news/magazine-16916263 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Classical_Greece https://www.historyskills.com/classroom/ancient-history/ancient-greek-slavery/ https://www.gutenberg.org/files/57342/57342-h/57342-h.htmSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Cynic Weekly – The original 90 Minute Cynic Podcast.Gall is joined by Graeme and Scott as they sit down and discuss the current state of play at Celtic.We discuss the appointment of Wilfried Nancy as Celtic manager and the departure of Martin O'Neill as interim manager. We discuss the 1-0 victory over Dundee at Celtic Park and the other SPFL results.We then speak to Martin from the Green Brigade about the extension of their ban and the next steps. We finish looking ahead to the Hearts game at Celtic Park on Sunday.

The Cynic Weekly – The original 90 Minute Cynic Podcast.Gall is joined by Stuart and Barry as they sit down and discuss the current state of play at Celtic.We discuss the Celtic AGM and the disdain and classism that was dripping from the board. We also discuss the 1-0 victory over St Mirren in Paisley.We then discuss the potential appointment of Wilfried Nancy and what the timescales and implementation looks like.We finish by looking ahead to the Feyenoord game.

Buy The BookIn his own day, the ancient philosopher Diogenes the Cynic had a reputation for eccentricity, heckling his fellow philosophers in the marketplace, living in a clay pot, and relieving himself in public. Since his death in 323 BCE, devoted followers made him and his ideas famous the world over. But what we think we know about Diogenes remains distorted and sanitized.In Diogenes, classicist Inger N.I. Kuin scours all existing evidence of Diogenes and his followers to offer an in-depth account of Diogenes' life and thought, revealing a man whose innovative ideas about power, death, nature, and the body have much to teach the contemporary world. He pioneered a vision of simplicity and autonomy in his day-to-day life, stressing the importance of living in the here and now, and of always thinking for oneself. Diogenes stands apart as history's first recorded critic of slavery and a proud exile from polite society whose challenging thought proved foundational for the Stoics and their successors.Diogenes rehabilitates Diogenes as a compelling thinker for the twenty-first century, one who demands that we look at our society with fresh eyes and be unafraid of change—starting with ourselves.