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The Sun and the Star, ch. 11 to 16 This week on Unwise Girls, we discuss assuming pronouns, Tartarus troubles, lost chapters being recovered, Nemeses, the haunting of the narrative by Gaea, Care Bears, the civilized Trog, and more! Come back next week for The Sun and the Star, ch. 17 to 22! Check out our Patreon! (https://www.patreon.com/unwisegirls) Follow the show (https://twitter.com/unwisegirls) Join our Discord! (https://discord.gg/XnhhwzKQ8d) Hosted by Jacqueline (https://twitter.com/swampduchess) and Jane (https://twitter.com/janeyshivers). Edited by Jacqueline. Cover art by Vera (https://twitter.com/Innsmouth_Inn). Intro/outro: "Super Mariocean" by spacepony (https://ocremix.org/remix/OCR01147) This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

Gaea Star Crystal Radio Hour #639 is an inspired hour of acoustic improvised music played by The Gaea Star Band with Mariam Massaro on vocals, Native flute, double flute, harmonica, acoustic 6- and 12-string guitars, mandolin and ukulele, Bob Sherwood on piano and Craig Harris on congas and Native drum. Recorded live in late September of 2025 at Singing Brook Studio in Worthington, Massachusetts, today's show begins with the deeply spiritual raga “Let's All Live As If We Know Who We Are”, a somber and darkly beautiful song led by Mariam's chiming 12-string Martin acoustic and Craig's fundamental heartbeat drum. “Flowing On Singing Your Songs” provides an enormous contrast to the first piece as a dancing, lighthearted folk song built around Mariam's skipping ukulele and Bob's blues piano and “It's Never Too Late To Gather” is a pretty, minor-keyed tone poem with a lovely vocal and affecting double flute from Mariam over imaginative piano and earthy Native drum. “Let's Make A Wish For Peaceful Joy” features Mariam's chiming mandolin and a fine, active vocal as well as Craig's skipping conga groove and “Surrender To Just Flowing Celebration” is a pretty folk ballad with a lovely foundation of Mariam's acoustic guitar, Craig's throbbing Native drum and Bob's relaxed, minimalist piano and we close today's show with two classic songs from Mariam, the driving, impassioned “Trust” and the wistful country rock ballad “I Was Wondering”.  Learn more about Mariam here: http://www.mariammassaro.com

Zac and Phil dive into the world of **budget-friendly Premodern decks** that can actually compete at the top tables. They break down why some expensive staples like **Mox Diamond, Gaea's Cradle, Survival of the Fittest, and Phyrexian Dreadnought** push decks out of budget range, then showcase powerful alternatives you can build for under $400.Decks discussed include:* **Stasis** – a $150 control lock deck that still punishes unprepared opponents.* **Toginator (UB Psychatog/Reanimator)** – resilient, customizable, and surprisingly cheap.* **Landstill** – a control staple with Mishra's Factories and Standstill value engines.* **Goblins** – explosive tribal aggression for under $200.* **Chance Control** – a spicy coin-flip combo deck with Frenetic Efreet and Chance Encounter.* **Burn** – fast, reliable, and always a metagame presence.* **Mono-Blue Tide** – a $250 powerhouse that's proven it can win big events.Along the way, they share insights on **card choices, metagame calls, sideboard tweaks, and personal stories**—including how one player literally *died at dinner and still top 8'd* with Mono-Blue Tide.Whether you're new to Premodern or looking for competitive decks that won't break the bank, this episode is packed with strategies, laughs, and a little bit of Eternal Durdles chaos.

Zac and Phil dive into the world of **budget-friendly Premodern decks** that can actually compete at the top tables. They break down why some expensive staples like **Mox Diamond, Gaea's Cradle, Survival of the Fittest, and Phyrexian Dreadnought** push decks out of budget range, then showcase powerful alternatives you can build for under $400.Decks discussed include:* **Stasis** – a $150 control lock deck that still punishes unprepared opponents.* **Toginator (UB Psychatog/Reanimator)** – resilient, customizable, and surprisingly cheap.* **Landstill** – a control staple with Mishra's Factories and Standstill value engines.* **Goblins** – explosive tribal aggression for under $200.* **Chance Control** – a spicy coin-flip combo deck with Frenetic Efreet and Chance Encounter.* **Burn** – fast, reliable, and always a metagame presence.* **Mono-Blue Tide** – a $250 powerhouse that's proven it can win big events.Along the way, they share insights on **card choices, metagame calls, sideboard tweaks, and personal stories**—including how one player literally *died at dinner and still top 8'd* with Mono-Blue Tide.Whether you're new to Premodern or looking for competitive decks that won't break the bank, this episode is packed with strategies, laughs, and a little bit of Eternal Durdles chaos.

Eastern Lariat Special: GAEA Girls   25 years after it's release, Dylan is joined by his Wrestle Update co-host and film major, game designer, director Nello de Angelis to give his insights from a directorial standpoint. Hear the two break down the film as well as the content of it as well which focuses on the GAEA Dojo led by legendary Joshi wrestler Chigusa Nagayo which at times devolves into psychological analysis as well as a look at possibly separating the kayfabe from the real   The Kim Longinotto & Jana Williams film documents the life of multiple trainees of GAEA over the course of the summer of 1999 eventually centering around rookie wrestler Saika Takeuchi and her October debut and her quest to "become someone" and her intense training with (a 19 year old) Meiko Satomura as well as Chigusa Nagayo and others including cameo appearances from Sakura Hirota, Toshie Uematsu, Sonoko Kato and even a young Thanomsak Toba!? Among others. It is a journey that sees many fall off and quit, but we discuss the capabilities of the bread truck and if Satomura could have become a J-Pop star so...it's not all bad I guess. Except for Wakabayashi. It was pretty much all bad. But we respect her and her University of Marquette shirt.   Hopefully you enjoy this unique edition of the Eastern Lariat going beyond the dropkick everyone knows and examining the contents of this very well done documentary about a legendary Joshi promotion and the undercurrent at the turn of the century.   In addition if you would like to watch Saika Takeuchi's debut match from the movie against Satomura in full check that out here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-qjEKUa5Zx4   If you would like to watch Saika's last match available on YT, check out her match tagging with Uematsu vs. POLICE & Sakura Hirota on Dylan's birthday! In 2001, her retirement year (and also with way better gear than that atupid singlet): https://youtu.be/OymmbVMzohQ?si=R-SZnYXLRmX0LjBb   If you would like to check out Nello and his work with me talking US based wrestling, listen to Wrestle Update, available weekly on cagematch.net and Spotify and our YT page!   https://www.cagematch.net/?id=128&series=Wrestle+Update   https://open.spotify.com/show/1rM5efgHIaHnNbv1AjO1zA?si=9gBQCkJyQtShJNhaX-7XLQ   https://youtube.com/@wrestleupdatepod?si=_zer8HZ9yhwRdpjh     If you would like to reach Nello specifically send him a message on BlueSky: @aniellooo.bsky.social   And check out his VR horror based video game Deep Cuts: https://www.meta.com/en-gb/experiences/deep-cuts/6888594277865616/   For more coverage of Japanese wrestling, and wrestling past and present please check out our Patreon for literally 1000s of hours of audio and written content as well: https://www.patreon.com/easternlariat    Follow us on Twitter/X:     https://www.twitter.com/easternlariat    https://www.twitter.com/strigga       https://www.twitter.com/viva_zero   Follow us on BlueSky: @easternlariat.bsky.social @vivazero.bsky.social @strigga.bksy.social   Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/easternlariat

Gaea Star Crystal Radio Hour #638 is an hour of visionary acoustic improvised music played by The Gaea Star Band with Mariam Massaro on vocals, Native flute, ukulele, dulcimer, harmonica and double flute, Bob Sherwood on vocals and piano and Craig Harris on congas and Native drum. Today we are delighted to be joined with the very talented brothers Chris and Rob Griffin, with Rob playing fiddle and mandolin and singing and Chris singing and handling acoustic guitar duties. Recorded live at Singing Brook Studio in Worthington, Massachusetts in mid-September of 2025, the band eases into the show with two raga-like numbers from Mariam, “Smile” and “Happy I Am”. Rich and deeply improvisatory, “Smile” is driven briskly by Mariam's energized vocal and chiming dulcimer while Rob provides color with his fiddle and Chris and Bob provide a compelling plagal cadence framework on acoustic guitar and piano. “Happy I Am” continues the “Smile” lineup, supporting Mariam's the lovely, simple lyric of this exemplary, beautiful song from Mariam. “The Ballad Of Belfast Bay” is a fantastic folk waltz from the Griffin brothers with Rob on lead vocals and fiddle and Chris on acoustic guitar and Rob harmonizing as only brothers can as Craig, Mariam and Bob provide musical support. Chris takes the lead on his original number “Way Out West With A.T. Doe”, a driving minor country rock song featuring epic fiddle work from Rob and fine contributions from the ensemble. Next up is Mariam's “Room Of Doubt”, a blues rock number that smolders with Mariam's fine vocal and powerful work from the ensemble, particularly from Rob who picks up his mandolin for the smoldering workout. “Room Of Doubt” opens into a gorgeous coda with Mariam conversing with her sweeping, evocative Native flute over affecting piano ostinatos from Bob that veer from classical to fatfinger blues and gorgeous violin runs from Rob Griffin. Chris Griffin steps back up to the mic with his beautiful, soulful “Set Her Free”, a fine 70s-soul-flavored ballad with sensitive, additive contributions from all, particularly Rob with his bittersweet violin lines. “Pele” is a powerful island song by Mariam that the band sets on fire to a degree that would impress its namesake with bottomless enthusiasm from the ensemble and “Gypsy” is another exemplary song from Mariam cast by the band as a moonlit Romani reel filled with soaring violin runs and incendiary piano. The song detonates into a powerful, driving coda as Mariam's vocal and then her eerie, midnight double flute overtones dance with Rob's violin above the racing, yet focused and emphatic ensemble. A highlight. Bob comes forward to close the show with his rock gospel number “Coming Home” delivering a powerful vocal over a hypnotic, minimalist ensemble sprinkled with compelling violin lines from Rob and affecting, lilting vocalisms and Native flute from Mariam. Learn more about Mariam here: http://www.mariammassaro.com

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Gaea Star Crystal Radio Hour #637 is an hour of intrepid, visionary acoustic improv music played and sung by the Gaea Star Band with Mariam Massaro on vocals, acoustic guitar, mandolin, double flutes, ukulele and Native flute, Bob Sherwood on piano and Craig Harris on congas and Native drum. Recorded live in early September of 2025, today begins with a live rendition of one of Mariam's finest songs, “This Is The Way”, taken at an energized pace and featuring a fine vocal from Mariam. “Farewell To Summer” is a gorgeous, extended piece with another striking vocal from Mariam and energized, inspired work from the ensemble and “Lunalya” is a gorgeous ballad about an interstellar unicorn that begins with a fanfare from Mariam's overtone-generating double flutes before developing into a beautiful ballad underpinned with earthy heartbeat drum from Craig. “Flower Of Life” is a stately piece with inspired gospel piano from Bob and a beautiful, evocative vocal and Native flute conversation from Mariam. “Gather Together”, another of Mariam's finest songs, is presented with a spacious, wide, operatic sound stage that creates an elegant space for Mariam's high, Apollonian poetry and “Ode To Mother Earth” is a sprawling, multi-movement that begins as a sparse, mandolin-based pop song and gradually develops into a mystical, raga-like mantra with a particularly powerful spiritual presence with grooving congas and imaginative piano backing Mariam's epic vocal poetry and Native flute passages. Learn more about Mariam here: http://www.mariammassaro.com

Kris and David are back this week as we discuss the week that was September 11-17, 2000. Topics of discussion include: “Stone Cold” Steve Austin and Debra Marshall get married in Las Vegas.Eddie Guerrero invades the Playboy Mansion.Stephanie McMahon bumping like crazy on Raw.Tazz "quits" the WWF in a weird angle.AJPW and NJPW kicking their interpromotional feud up another level as Toshiaki Kawada shows up at a NJPW show.Nicole Bass getting arrested for biting a cop.ECW canceling some house shows.A gigantic and totally ridiculous WCW section featuring David Flair and Stacy Keibler's "wedding" on Nitro, Vince Russo's concussions, Paul Orndorff suffering a serious neck injury at Fall Brawl Mike Awesome's alliance with Gary Coleman, and so much damn more.The WCW section is an all-timer, so you can't miss this show!!Timestamps:0:00:00 WWF1:27:58 Int'l: AJPW, NJPW, NOAH, BattlARTS, BJPW, DDT, FMW, IWA Kokusai, Osaka Pro, SPWF, Wrestle Dream Factory, AJW, Arsion, GAEA, JWP, CMLL, GWAS, IWRG, Monterrey, & IWAPR2:08:24 Other USA: Nicole Bass, ECW, NWA Wildside, IWAMS, MAW, NWA Worldwide, Memphis, Rev Pro (CA), UPW, & UrbanWF2:25:47 Classic Commercial Break2:29:52 Halftime3:17:08 WCWTo support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows!If you're looking for the best deal on a VPN service—short for Virtual Private Network, it helps you get around regional restrictions as well as browse the internet more securely—then Private Internet Access is what you've been looking for. Not only will using our link help support Between The Sheets, but you'll get a special discount, with prices as low as $1.98/month if you go with a 40 month subscription. With numerous great features and even a TV-specific Android app to make streaming easier, there is no better choice if you're looking to subscribe to WWE Network, AEW Plus, and other region-locked services.For the best in both current and classic indie wrestling streaming, make sure to check out IndependentWrestling.tv and use coupon code BTSPOD for a free 5 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets to sign up that way.) If you convert to a paid subscriber, we get a kickback for referring you, allowing you to support both the show and the indie scene.You can also use code BTSPOD to save 25% on your first payment — whether paying month to month or annually — when you subscribe to Ultimate Classic Wrestling Network at ClassicWrestling.net!To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app's directory, or you can also paste Feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Kris and David are back this week as we discuss the week that was September 11-17, 2000. Topics of discussion include: “Stone Cold” Steve Austin and Debra Marshall get married in Las Vegas.Eddie Guerrero invades the Playboy Mansion.Stephanie McMahon bumping like crazy on Raw.Tazz "quits" the WWF in a weird angle.AJPW and NJPW kicking their interpromotional feud up another level as Toshiaki Kawada shows up at a NJPW show.Nicole Bass getting arrested for biting a cop.ECW canceling some house shows.A gigantic and totally ridiculous WCW section featuring David Flair and Stacy Keibler's "wedding" on Nitro, Vince Russo's concussions, Paul Orndorff suffering a serious neck injury at Fall Brawl Mike Awesome's alliance with Gary Coleman, and so much damn more.The WCW section is an all-timer, so you can't miss this show!!Timestamps:0:00:00 WWF1:27:58 Int'l: AJPW, NJPW, NOAH, BattlARTS, BJPW, DDT, FMW, IWA Kokusai, Osaka Pro, SPWF, Wrestle Dream Factory, AJW, Arsion, GAEA, JWP, CMLL, GWAS, IWRG, Monterrey, & IWAPR2:08:24 Other USA: Nicole Bass, ECW, NWA Wildside, IWAMS, MAW, NWA Worldwide, Memphis, Rev Pro (CA), UPW, & UrbanWF2:25:47 Classic Commercial Break2:29:52 Halftime3:17:08 WCWTo support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows!If you're looking for the best deal on a VPN service—short for Virtual Private Network, it helps you get around regional restrictions as well as browse the internet more securely—then Private Internet Access is what you've been looking for. Not only will using our link help support Between The Sheets, but you'll get a special discount, with prices as low as $1.98/month if you go with a 40 month subscription. With numerous great features and even a TV-specific Android app to make streaming easier, there is no better choice if you're looking to subscribe to WWE Network, AEW Plus, and other region-locked services.For the best in both current and classic indie wrestling streaming, make sure to check out IndependentWrestling.tv and use coupon code BTSPOD for a free 5 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets to sign up that way.) If you convert to a paid subscriber, we get a kickback for referring you, allowing you to support both the show and the indie scene.You can also use code BTSPOD to save 25% on your first payment — whether paying month to month or annually — when you subscribe to Ultimate Classic Wrestling Network at ClassicWrestling.net!To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app's directory, or you can also paste Feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Gaea Star Crystal Radio Hour #636 is a unique and compelling hour of visionary acoustic improvised music played by The Gaea Star Band with Mariam Massaro on vocals, Native flute, double flute, dulcimer, mandolin, harmonica, kalimba, acoustic guitar and ukulele, Bob Sherwood on piano and Craig Harris on congas and Native drum. We are joined today by special guests David Morningstar on background vocals and acoustic guitar and on the last track Eve Cristoph on backing vocals. Recorded live at Singing Brook Studio in Worthington, Massachusetts in early September of 2025, today's show begins with the pretty, ancient-sounding “Dive Deep To Reach Your Soul's True Longing”, a skipping forest song with dancing dulcimer and mystical Native flute passages from Mariam and “Count Your Blessings, Keep Shining Bright” is a driving, blustery rock song with imaginative piano and an inspiring lyric from Mariam over Craig's driving congas. The Track enters an extended coda with Mariam playing her mysterious double flute, a unique instrument that creates audible overtones in a miasma of harmony. “All Life Is Sacred” is another acoustic rock number with a distant Andean flare and an affecting vocal from Mariam and “Living On The Holy Ground” is a bright, skipping, sunny folk song driven by Maram's chiming mandolin and evocative, distant droning vocals from Daniel over gospel piano and steady congas from Craig. “Breath Together” has a suspended blues flavor and begins with a conversation between Mariam's harmonica and her inspired poetry as it blooms into a powerful, spacious gospel song before segueing into a second movement, “Open The Windows To Receive”, a sparse but sophisticated tone poem set to the heartbeat thump of Craig's Native drum and bittersweet, iconic piano. For the final section “Keep On Dreaming We Can Change The World” with Daniel joining Mariam for the anthemic chorus. Eve Cristoph joins Mariam on vocals for today's beautiful closer, the ocean anthem “Yemanja” a mystical mermaid goddess song featuring exemplary work from the whole ensemble. Learn more about Mariam here: http://www.mariammassaro.com

Gaea Star Crystal Radio Hour #635 is an hour of visionary acoustic improvised music played by The Gaea Star Band with Mariam Massaro on vocals, Native flute, double flute, nylon string guitar, acoustic guitar, kalimba and ukulele, Bob Sherwood on piano and Craig Harris on congas and Native drum. Recorded live at Singing Brook Studio in late August of 2025, today's show begins with the rocking extended minor blues of “Standing Ones Of Peace”, a powerful prayer to the great trees of the Northeast featuring scorching work from the ensemble with Mariam's fine vocal supported by her tight ukulele as well as busy, riffing, peppery blues piano from Bob and Craig's heartbeat Native drum. “Arise” is a beautiful, energetic folk song from the “Release” album with skipping ukulele, dancing piano and groovy congas framing Mariam's upbeat soprano melody and “Spirit Of The Forest” from the “Vision Quest” album begins as a reverent, open prayer and gradually coalesces into a driving, powerful, melodic ode to the forest. For the spacious, compelling coda Mariam plays her new double flute, an instrument that creates two flute notes and an overtone, resulting in lush, rich harmonies. “The Black Moon” is a hypnotic ballad interspersed with powerful Native flute passages and a languid, beautiful melody from Mariam and “Bestowing Blessings” is as driving, powerful anthem with fine piano soloing work from Bob and tight accompaniment from the ensemble for Mariam's powerful, expressive vocal. “Twin Flame” from the “Smooth Sailin' Love Songs” LP is a mystical, reverent song with a classical vibe and another fine vocal from Mariam. The epic “Holding Our Voices” closes today's show with an extended journey through a summer day featuring Native flute fanfares that cascade through various harmonic tendrils explored and evolved by Bob's restless piano. Learn more about Mariam here: http://www.mariammassaro.com

James and Marcus continue their exploration of the career of Akira Hokuto as she leaves AJW for GAEA and by extension a run in WCW to start of proceedings and then on to the final stages of her career where she faces the demons of her past in the Crush Gals and LCO. The rounding with thoughts on her retirement and effect on the wrestling industry. Follow along with our playlist here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDFKuMLm7OZCK2QcBGHipLeLcnRH41CrN&feature=shared

Gaea Star Crystal Radio Hour #634 is an hour of languid, mystical visionary acoustic improvised music brought to you by Mariam Massaro and Bob Sherwood of the Gaea Star Band with Mariam on vocals, Native flute, acoustic guitar, mandolin, ukulele, sitar and shruti box and Bob on piano and tabla. Recorded live at Singing Brook Studio in Worthington, Massachusetts in late August of 2025, today's show finds Mariam strumming her sitar for the mysterious, subcontinental drone “Completely”, a raga that flows with a languid, dreamlike rhythm. “Deep Inside My Heart” is a beautiful, deeply felt ballad underpinned by Mariam's caressing acoustic guitar and lush, legato piano passages and “Listen To Your Spirit” begins as a pretty, open folk song built on chiming ukulele and Mariam's fine, focused vocal before opening into a long, varied series of movements that beguile with their richness and variety. “Secrets Revealed” finds Mariam switching to her bell-like mandolin for this pretty, mysterious minor reel lit with racing, dancing piano and another imaginative, intense vocal from Mariam. “Let's Inspire Humanity” is another mystical, spacious acoustic guitar ballad with an inspired vocal from Mariam above Bob's rich piano arpeggios and “Living Our Truth” is a positive message contained in a musical container that gradually grows from intimate to cinematic with rich, repeating, mutating motifs. We complete today's show with a deeply-felt, languid take of Mariam's “Restore” from the Vision Quest LP. Learn more about Mariam here: http://www.mariammassaro.com

Gaea Star Crystal Radio Hour #633 is an hour of visionary improvised acoustic music recorded by The Gaea Star Band with Mariam Massaro on vocals, Native flute, acoustic guitar, mandolin, ukulele and shruti box, Bob Sherwood on piano and Craig Harris on congas and Native drum. Recorded live at Singing Brook Studio in early August of 2025, today's show begins with sprightly, upbeat versions of two of Mariam's songs from her “Release” LP, the mystical “Distant Star” and the meditative prayer to life “One More Day”. “Oya Thunderqueen” is a rock ‘n' roll blues from Mariam's “Gaea Star Goddesses” LP and “Your Eyes Shine” is a deep, emotional love song from the “Smooth Sailin' Love Songs” LP played with passion and intensity from the ensemble. We move into the richly improvisatory portion of today's show with a flourish of Native flute and deep Native drum with “Keep Holding The Fire Deep Within”, a gorgeous, mystical piece that develops into a soaring piano and Native flute sonata with a rich, classical feel. “We Have To Change Just a Little Bit More” develops from the forest song of Mariam's beautiful poetry and soaring Native flute to a gorgeous jazz/classical exploration, rich, varied and evocative. “Rings Of Fire” is a fantastical raga with a wide-ranging, reverent vocal from Mariam with underpinning from her shruti box drone, imaginative, active piano from Bob and heartbeat drums from Craig. “Oh The Sweet Mother Earth” is a dancing, rhythmically complex song with a soaring vocal from Mariam above her chiming ukulele, breathless, percussive piano and skipping congas. Today's show completes with the deep and mysterious “Beyond The Veils Of Unbelief” an unusual song about magic and magical creatures, a story told by Mariam with her wide-ranging, energized vocal. The ensemble of mandolin, congas and piano is intense and imaginative, medieval and modern, flowing effortlessly between major and minor. Learn more about Mariam here: http://www.mariammassaro.com

In dieser Folge ist die Autorin Gaea Schoeters mit ihrem neuen Roman “Das Geschenk” zu Gast. Darin tauchen plötzlich 20.000 Elefanten mitten in Berlin auf. Doch sie stammen nicht aus dem Zoo: Der Präsident von Botswana hat sie als Reaktion auf das europäische Importverbot von Jagdtrophäen geschickt – ein Beschluss, der den ärmeren Regionen Botswanas ihre Lebensgrundlage entzieht.Was zunächst wie ein humorvolles Gedankenexperiment beginnt, entwickelt sich schnell zu einem hochpolitischen und brisanten Roman.Außerdem in dieser Folge: Buchtipps von FALTER-Chefreporterin Nina Horaczek.Zu den Büchern dieser Folge:"Das Geschenk" von Gaea Schoeters"Vom Schatten ins Licht" von Bagher Ahmadi"Der Gott des Waldes" von Liz Moore Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kris and David are back to discuss the (almost-)week that was August 14-19, 1997. Topics of discussion include:Hardcore Heaven '97, ECW's 2nd ever PPV.....and boy, what a disaster this show was in so many ways. We go over all the details on and off camera including all of the "big surprises" on the show.WCW's volatile title situation as they are changing left and right.Sting making J.J. Dillon look like a fool yet again on Nitro.CMLL Japan not having a strong start.The tragic death of Plum Mariko and how it should've been prevented.Promo Azteca and CMLL talent jumping around.WWC Anniversario shows featuring the end of the Carlos Colon vs. Abdullah the Butcher feud.An update on Steve Austin's neck injury.Rick Rude links up with Shawn Michaels and Hunter Hearst Helmsley on Raw in the unofficial birth of D-Generation X.Rocky Maivia explains why he joined the National of Domination in his first ever heel promo on national television.All of this and so much more on a slam packed episode of BTS!Timestamps:0:00:00 ECW1:38:25 WCW2:01:08 Eurasia: AJPW, CMLL Japan, Takashi Ishikawa, Michinoku Pro, Wrestle Dream Factory, Pride FC, Plum Mariko, AJW, GAEA, LLPW, & CWA2:32:52 Classic Commercial Break2:37:39 Halftime3:37:18 Other North America: IWA (Condello), AAA, CMLL, IWRG, Promo Azteca, & WWC4:13:50 Other USA: IWA (NC), USWA, MAW (NorCal), APW, & Jeep Swenson4:38:06 WWFTo support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows!If you're looking for the best deal on a VPN service—short for Virtual Private Network, it helps you get around regional restrictions as well as browse the internet more securely—then Private Internet Access is what you've been looking for. Not only will using our link help support Between The Sheets, but you'll get a special discount, with prices as low as $1.98/month if you go with a 40 month subscription. With numerous great features and even a TV-specific Android app to make streaming easier, there is no better choice if you're looking to subscribe to WWE Network, AEW Plus, and other region-locked services.For the best in both current and classic indie wrestling streaming, make sure to check out IndependentWrestling.tv and use coupon code BTSPOD for a free 5 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets to sign up that way.) If you convert to a paid subscriber, we get a kickback for referring you, allowing you to support both the show and the indie scene.You can also use code BTSPOD to save 25% on your first payment — whether paying month to month or annually — when you subscribe to Ultimate Classic Wrestling Network at ClassicWrestling.net!To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app's directory, or you can also paste Feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Kris and David are back to discuss the (almost-)week that was August 14-19, 1997. Topics of discussion include:Hardcore Heaven '97, ECW's 2nd ever PPV.....and boy, what a disaster this show was in so many ways. We go over all the details on and off camera including all of the "big surprises" on the show.WCW's volatile title situation as they are changing left and right.Sting making J.J. Dillon look like a fool yet again on Nitro.CMLL Japan not having a strong start.The tragic death of Plum Mariko and how it should've been prevented.Promo Azteca and CMLL talent jumping around.WWC Anniversario shows featuring the end of the Carlos Colon vs. Abdullah the Butcher feud.An update on Steve Austin's neck injury.Rick Rude links up with Shawn Michaels and Hunter Hearst Helmsley on Raw in the unofficial birth of D-Generation X.Rocky Maivia explains why he joined the National of Domination in his first ever heel promo on national television.All of this and so much more on a slam packed episode of BTS!Timestamps:0:00:00 ECW1:38:25 WCW2:01:08 Eurasia: AJPW, CMLL Japan, Takashi Ishikawa, Michinoku Pro, Wrestle Dream Factory, Pride FC, Plum Mariko, AJW, GAEA, LLPW, & CWA2:32:52 Classic Commercial Break2:37:39 Halftime3:37:18 Other North America: IWA (Condello), AAA, CMLL, IWRG, Promo Azteca, & WWC4:13:50 Other USA: IWA (NC), USWA, MAW (NorCal), APW, & Jeep Swenson4:38:06 WWFTo support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows!If you're looking for the best deal on a VPN service—short for Virtual Private Network, it helps you get around regional restrictions as well as browse the internet more securely—then Private Internet Access is what you've been looking for. Not only will using our link help support Between The Sheets, but you'll get a special discount, with prices as low as $1.98/month if you go with a 40 month subscription. With numerous great features and even a TV-specific Android app to make streaming easier, there is no better choice if you're looking to subscribe to WWE Network, AEW Plus, and other region-locked services.For the best in both current and classic indie wrestling streaming, make sure to check out IndependentWrestling.tv and use coupon code BTSPOD for a free 5 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets to sign up that way.) If you convert to a paid subscriber, we get a kickback for referring you, allowing you to support both the show and the indie scene.You can also use code BTSPOD to save 25% on your first payment — whether paying month to month or annually — when you subscribe to Ultimate Classic Wrestling Network at ClassicWrestling.net!To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app's directory, or you can also paste Feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Gaea Star Crystal Radio Hour #632 was recorded live at Singing Brook Studio in Worthington, MA, in early August of 2025 and is an hour of visionary improvisational music featuring the Gaea Star Band with Mariam Massaro on vocals, native flute, acoustic guitar and ukulele, Bob Sherwood on piano and Craig Harris on congas and Native drum. Today's first piece is the uplifting folk round “Voices Of Dissent” featuring a driving drum section from Craig and an inspiring lyric from Mariam. Next up is the swirling, mystical “Listen, The Toads Are Singing”, an intoxicating, surreal tone poem with an imaginative lyric from Mariam and portentous piano from Bob. “Oh, Beautiful Ones” is a lush ballad decorated with an unusual, compelling piano figure from Bob and gorgeous native flute fanfares from Mariam, and “Lead Me Down” is a beautiful take on Mariam's track from the “Release” LP that grows in intensity until it releases in a powerful native groove. Mariam plugs in her acoustic guitar for the classic “Spirit Of Fire”, here given a driving, powerful rendition with muscular percussion and quick, nimble piano. “Ryalia”, is a lovely, sprightly take of Mariam's classic forest song that features a fine vocal and busy, dead-on ukulele. “Bless” is a spacious piece of flowing modern minimalist music that provides a backdrop for Mariam's soaring vocals and Native flute. “So Alive” closes today's show and is a powerful, rich, upbeat track with gorgeous Native flute journeys. Learn more about Mariam here: http://www.mariammassaro.com

Der Roman "Das Geschenk" von Gaea Schoeters erzählt die unglaubliche Geschichte von 20.000 Elefanten in Berlin. Die tauchen dort aus dem Nichts auf – aber nicht ohne Grund. Es geht um politische Entscheidungen und eine Demokratie, die in Gefahr ist.**********Weitere BeiträgeLiteratur: "Die Heimsuchung des Hadschi Hotak" von Jamil Jan KochaiLiteratur: "Das Haus in der Mango Street" von Sandra CisnerosLiteratur: "Der Freund" von Sigrid Nunez**********Den Artikel zum Stück findet ihr hier.**********Ihr könnt uns auch auf diesen Kanälen folgen: TikTok und Instagram .

Gaea Star Crystal Radio Hour #631 is an hour of compelling, visionary acoustic improvised music played by The Gaea Star Band with Mariam Massaro on vocals, Native flute, acoustic guitar, mandolin, ukulele and harmonica, Bob Sherwood on piano and Craig Harris on Native drum and congas. Recorded live in late July of 2025 at Singing Brook Studio in Worthington, Massachusetts, today's show begins with the hallucinatory, hazy summer anthem “Love Is The Holy Sacred Way”, an energetic minor workout with a soaring vocal and a gorgeous, unusual coda of soaring Native flute, heartbeat drum and lush, imaginative key cycles on the piano. “Deep Inside Is The Divine” is a deep blues with earthy harmonica and Ray Charles influenced piano work and “In Your Doorway” is a fantastical, breathless mandolin-driven rocker with a fine vocal and skipping congas. This piece codas into another panoramic Native flute coda called “Humaya”, an intense, focused accompaniment from the ensemble that reintroduces Mariam's vocal in a deeply spiritual, chanting poem. “Flowing Like Spirit” is an affecting acoustic guitar ballad with a wistful, gentle vocal from Mariam and “Flowers Of Delight” from Mariam's “Release” LP is presented with a serene, mystical vibe that supports a particularly fine vocal and soaring Native flute from Mariam. “Blessed By Every Delight (In The Grandest Union)” is another playful, mesmerizing, skipping mandolin-driven reel that evokes the deep forest to conclude today's hour.   Learn more about Mariam here: http://www.mariammassaro.com

Gaea Star Crystal Radio Hour #630 is an hour of dynamic, visionary acoustic improvised music played by The Gaea Star Band with Mariam Massaro on vocals, Native flute, harmonica, acoustic guitar, 4- and 8-string ukulele, dulcimer and mandolin, Bob Sherwood on piano and Craig Harris on congas and Native drum. Recorded live at Singing Brook Studio in Worthington, Massachusetts in mid-July of 2025, today's show begins with the laid-back, calming raga “All Our Dreams”, a spacious piece with fine vocals, chiming dulcimer and imaginative, energized piano that gives way to the mystical, darkly beautiful “Agapanthus In The Time Of Great Change”, a powerful flower prayer carried by Mariam's tight, busy ukulele, throbbing congas and Bob's evocative ostinato piano, that opens up into a lush, extended Native flute and vocal showpiece. “Let's Care For One Another Deep Down” is a pretty, relaxed acoustic guitar ballad with a delicate, emotional vocal and “Standing Strong Holding To The Vision Of The Peace Train” is an energized folk song with steady congas and driving ukulele. “All Is Well” is a peaceful, relaxed island song featuring Mariam's expressive ukulele and a fine, languid vocal and “Thank You For Life On A Summer Day” is a clever, gently driving blues workout with fine piano from Bob and harmonica from Mariam. A signature Native flute fanfare from Mariam ushers in the emotional “Filling Each Others' Hearts”, a lovely, rich, unhurried ballad that ranges through various moods before settling into the “Romance” theme from Prokofiev's “Lieutenant Kije” suite to close today's session. Learn more about Mariam here: http://www.mariammassaro.com

Ein Nashorn erlegen, um dann den Kopf als Trophäe an die Wand zu hängen? Das ist das Hobby von Großwildjägern in Afrika. Ein perfides Hobby über das Gaea Schoeters in ihren Roman "Trophäe", 2024 in Deutschland erschienen, geschrieben hatte. Dafür wurde die flämische Autorin mit dem Literaturpreis Sabam for Culture ausgezeichnet. Jetzt hat Gaea Schoeters einen neuen Roman vorgelegt: "Das Geschenk", und wieder widmet sich die Schriftstellerin den globalen Fragen aus europäischer Perspektive, schaut mit dem vermeintlich überlegenen Blick auf den afrikanischen Kontinent und hinterfragt koloniale Sichtweisen und Strukturen. Was bewegt Gaea Schoeters? Warum hat sie sich diesem sensiblen Thema verschrieben? Darüber spricht Gaea Schoeters mit Katja Weise in NDR Kultur à la carte.

Nach "Trophäe" bringt die Autorin Gaea Schoeters den nächsten Knaller raus: "Das Geschenk" ist eine fulminante Satire. Von Denis Scheck.

Gaea Star Crystal Radio Hour #629 is an hour of dynamic, visionary improvised music and song played and sung by The Gaea Star Band with Mariam Massaro on vocals, Native flute, acoustic guitar, ukulele, mandolin and shruti box, Bob Sherwood on piano and Craig Harris on Native drum and congas. Recorded live at Singing Brook Studio in Worthington, Massachusetts, today's journey begins with the powerful “Life Is Like A River”, a beautifully simple folk song with a fine vocal from Mariam and “Let's All Be Free To Make A Wish” is a languid, lilting and bittersweet piece sung and played powerfully and with deep emotion. “Lady Of The Lake” begins with a gorgeous, affecting flute fanfare before blooming into a beautiful fantasy full of melody, space and harmonic grace, a cathedral built of sound to support Mariam's languid conversation of hypnotizing lyric and soaring flute. “Path Of Peace” is a return to expressive folk with a fine, nostalgic melody and “River Of Peace” is a lush, spacious, patient raga built upon Mariam's sighing shruti box and Craig's heartbeat drum as Bob's piano visits both East and West. “I'm Walking” finds Mariam strumming her chiming, assertive mandolin as the ensemble builds a mysterious minor fantasy to support the powerful, mystical vocal and we conclude today's show with a beautifully intense rendition of Mariam's “Calling Us Home” from the “Release” album, all soaring vocal and impetuous, ambitious work from the ensemble. Learn more about Mariam here: http://www.mariammassaro.com

Vom Wind des Meeres und der Freiheit – Neue Romane und Sachbücher Bestsellerautorin Tanja Kinkel im Gespräch, Europas koloniale Schatten in neuen Büchern von Gaea Schoeters und Adam Shatz. Und ein Historiker taucht in die Tiefen des Meeres.

Gaea Star Crystal Radio Hour #628 is an hour of visionary acoustic improvised music played by The Gaea Star Band with Mariam Massaro on vocals, ukulele, acoustic guitar, mandolin and Native flute, Bob Sherwood on piano and Craig Harris on Native drum and congas. Recorded live on a sultry July day in 2025 at Singing Brook Studio in Worthington, Massachusetts. Today's show begins with the appropriately summery “Double Winged Dragonfly”, a sun-soaked summer dusk song with an appealingly languid, drifting structure. “Celebrate Diversity” is a development of our first piece with a gorgeous Native flute coda and a fine, inspiring lyric from Mariam and “Bring It All Back” is a light, skipping folk song led by Mariam's rustic mandolin and bluesy piano from Bob. “Queens Of The Forest” is a lush, languid, mysterious ballad with gorgeous vocals and slowly unfurling, drifting piano and “Let's Embrace Our Grace” is a beautifully developed piece with a fine vocal, driving congas and a graceful power. “Circle Of Light”, originally recorded for Mariam's “Gaea Star Crystal” album is stretched and repurposed into a sprightly, minimalist modern gospel song. We complete today's hour with “A Bevy Of Goddesses”, a summer forest tale told by Mariam in conversation with her soaring Native flute, fundamental Native drum and emotional, R&B-inflected piano from Bob.    Learn more about Mariam here: http://www.mariammassaro.com

James looks back at his continuing story of Meiko Satomura's early career. Relives his interview with Kim Longinotto who directed the film GAEA Girls and follows her run to the top of GAEA via Akira Hokuto & Aja Kong.

Gaea Star Crystal Radio Hour #627 is an hour of inspired, visionary acoustic improvised music played by The Gaea Star Band with Mariam Massaro on vocals, Native flute, shruti box, 4- and 8-string ukulele, acoustic guitar and dulcimer, Bob Sherwood on piano and Craig Harris in Native drum and congas. Recorded live at the end of June 2025 at Singing Brook Studio in Worthington, Massachusetts, today's summery session begins with the reverent, impressionistic “Orange Rays”, an affecting, powerful raga featuring a dynamic chord setup and fine vocals and Native flute passages. “Summer Nights” is a dancing gospel-folk reel driven by Mariam's chiming 8-string ukulele “Oscar”, dynamic congas from Craig and Bob's minimalist, assertive piano. “We Are Spirits United” is a sprawling, trance-like minor folk song with a gorgeous, languid vocal from Mariam and “Crystalline Temples” is a fantastical journey through the many crystals of the Earth, a powerful lecture from Mariam in the form of a beautiful, solemn song with heartbeat Native drum and driving piano and ukulele rhythm. “We Know” is today's dulcimer summer song, a steadily building run through the forest that turns into a joyful, abandoned sprint liberally decorated with kinetic, powerful Native flute work from Mariam. “Shamiyaya” from the “Release” LP is presented in a driving, virtuoso pop performance with a fine vocal and tight ukulele chords and we close today's show with the earthy blues of “Transform”, a rock-R&B workout with rocking vocals and barrelhouse piano. Learn more about Mariam here: http://www.mariammassaro.com

Gaea Star Crystal Radio Hour #626 is an hour of sinuous, dynamic acoustic improvised music played by The Gaea Star Band with Mariam Massaro on vocals, Native flute, dulcimer, harmonica, shruti box, acoustic guitar and ukulele, Bob Sherwood on piano and Craig Harris on congas and Native drum. Recorded live on a hot June day in 2025 at Singing Brook Studio in Worthington, Massachusetts, today's show begins with the upbeat, shimmering “May The Floodgates of Love Open Wide”, a breathless, energized song driven by Mariam's chiming dulcimer, imaginative piano and throbbing congas. “All Life Unfolds” is a powerful, mysterious drone song with an ancient British Isles vibe, Mariam's fundamental message supported by heartbeat Native drum, imaginative piano and tight, racing dulcimer work. “One More Day” is a powerful raga version of the track from Mariam's “Release” album that features powerful vocals and soaring Native flute lines interspersed over wide-ranging classical piano figurations. “Going Down To The River” is a hallucinogenic summer ballad featuring a fine melody and imaginative, intense work from the ensemble and “Amaru Machay” is a powerful, spiritual song by Mariam about an ancient Andean cave rendered in a funky Afro-Cuban frame. “Painty The Turtle” is another relaxed, summery narrative about a little turtle and her babies at Singing Brook Farm and “Reborn”, a favorite Mariam song of the band's is a rocking, acoustic-guitar driven requiem with powerful lyrics. “Salamini” is a mystical, delicate ballad with a gorgeous vocal from Mariam and liquid, shimmering piano and “Summer Solstice” is a gently percolating, bluesy summer dream that showcases the ensemble's laid-back side. Today's show ends with the dreamy “Make A Difference”, an affecting minor ballad with earthy Native drum, chiming acoustic guitar, circular, imaginative piano and a lilting, gentle melody from Mariam. Learn more about Mariam here: http://www.mariammassaro.com

Gaea Star Crystal Radio Hour #625 is an hour of visionary acoustic improvised music played by The Gaea Star Band with Mariam Massaro on vocals, Native flute, kalimba, acoustic guitar, mandolin and ukulele, Bob Sherwood on piano and Craig Harris on Native drum and congas. Today's show was recorded live at Singing Brook Studio in Worthington, Massachusetts in June of 2025 and begins with the stately, solemn “Wake Up To All That You See”. Mariam's powerful vocal and lyrical Native flute, Craig's heartbeat drum and Bob's imaginative, restless piano make this track compelling and varied. “Make The Best Of Where You Are” is a jazzy, dynamic song with a fine rock vocal from Mariam and “Finish What You Started” is a beautiful, mysterious ballad led by Mariam's bittersweet Gypsy acoustic guitar work. Mariam strums her shimmering 8-string ukulele for the pretty, delicate “Sail Into The Realms Of Pure Love”, a gorgeous, 50's-inflected song with a gorgeous vocal and luxurious floating clouds of piano. “Dance Along The River Of Life” is a spacious, unhurried ballad built on Bob's Eastern European harmonic scheme and featuring a fine vocal-and-flute conversation from Mariam. “Ryalia” is a finely composed, clever piece made evocative with Mariam's defining, ringing mandolin and fine vocal and “Open Every Day” is an energized blues with racing congas and fiery piano from Bob that gradually coalesces into a stately, inspired gospel ballad. We close today with the mysterious “Let's Write The Story Again”, a lovely piece with a fine vocal from Mariam above ukulele, heartbeat Native drum and racing, circular piano.  Learn more about Mariam here: http://www.mariammassaro.com

Gaea Star Crystal Radio Hour #624 is an hour of dynamic, wide-ranging visionary acoustic improvisational music played by the Gaea Star Band with Mariam Massaro on vocals, Native flute, harmonica, 4- and 8-string ukuleles, Celtic harp and standard and Nashville-strung acoustic guitars, Bob Sherwood on piano and bass guitar and Craig Harris on congas and Native drum. Recorded live at Singing Brook Studio in Worthington, Massachusetts in early June of 2025, today's how begins with the meditative, relaxed “Let's Flow On”, a spacious song characterized by Mariam's high-string acoustic guitar and flowing piano from Bob. “Celebrate Wonder” is a beautiful, reverent raga-like piece with soaring Native flute and beautiful vocals from Mariam and “Behold The Mystery” is a mysterious, mystical piece built around Mariam's chiming Celtic harp and prayerful vocal and Native flute. “Oh The Flower Of Life” is a pretty, delicate, harmonically austere song featuring Mariam's crystalline 8-string ukulele and a mesmerizing conga performance from Craig and “On A Mission Of Greatness Serving Unflinchingly” is a bluesy manifesto featuring rocking overdubs of bass guitar, Native drum, harmony vocals and rasping blues harmonica. “Flowers Of Delight” is a lush, unhurried re-imagining of Mariam's beautiful, reverent track from her “Release” LP and we finish today's hour with the hard-rocking, harmonically mysterious, shaded weather adventure story “Froggies On The Road”. Learn more about Mariam here: http://www.mariammassaro.com

Old friends reunite in full bloom beneath the earth's crust, as Gaea Defaced resurfaces once again. Our heroes recuperate and venture back out to find relics of a long lost age, will they succeed or face the music? Find out on this episode of The Forever DMs! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gaea Star Crystal Radio Hour #623 is a compelling hour of improvised visionary acoustic music played by the Gaea Star Band with Mariam Massaro on vocals, Native flute, 4- ad 8-string ukuleles and acoustic guitar, Bob Sherwood on piano and Craig Harris on Native drum and congas. Recorded live at Singing Brook Studio in Worthington, Massachusetts in early June of 2025, today's show begins with the pretty, pastoral “It's A Brand-New Day To Reach Out”, an upbeat folk song driven by clever, busy piano from Bob and tight, driving rhythmic 8-string ukulele from Mariam supporting her wide-ranging, expressive vocal. “As We Sail Along” is a sparse, spacious folk rock workout featuring another virtuosic improv-heavy vocal from Mariam before morphing into a lengthy, gorgeous art-rock workout with exemplary work from the whole combo. “Rays Of Light” is a pretty, bucolic folk waltz providing a stage for Mariam's powerful melody and “Back Us Up Oh Angels” is a swinging, eccentric blues with fat-fingered piano from Bob, rolling train congas from Craig supporting Mariam's hyper-energized blues vocal, “Gather Together” is a stately, formal opera-like peace with throbbing heartbeat drums from Craig, instrumental in creating the modern classical by-way-of-Native vibe of this affecting song. “The Mystery Of Life” is a relaxed, hallucinatory cloud of a song with an evocative, vulnerable, almost child-like melody from Mariam and “May Abundance Keep On Flowing” has an Eastern European feel with an arrangement of ukulele, congas, piano and Mariam's shaded, minor vocal melody. “Let The Voice Of Creation Sing Through All Nations” is a beautiful, inspired folk song from Mariam with a classic, deeply emotional construction and we finish today's show with the wide-ranging “Keep On Going Around and Around With Your Floodgates Open”, a folk-rock journey that opens with virtuosic, dancing Native flute and moves through gospel, jazz and soul before closing with a gorgeous extended coda in which Mariam soars free on her Native flute. Learn more about Mariam here: http://www.mariammassaro.com

Gaea Schoeters is auteur, scenarist, librettist en journalist en won onlangs de Ultima voor de Letteren. Behalve leestekenfetisjist is ze ook motorrijder en beoefenaar van de Japanse krijgskunst. Hoe verdedigt ze zich tegen de genderongelijkheid in de wereld, welke invloed hebben boeken, opera's en films op je ontwikkeling en wat heeft ze met The Big Five?

Gaea Star Crystal Radio Hour #622 is an hour of visionary acoustic improvised music and songs by Mariam Massaro played by The Gaea Star Band with Mariam on vocals, acoustic guitar, 4- and 8-string ukulele, 6- and 12-string guitar, crystal bowl, Native flute and harmonica, Bob Sherwood on piano and Craig Harris on congas and Native drum. Recorded live at Singing Brook Studio in Worthington, Massachusetts in late May of 2025, today's show begins with the sweet, legato “Healing Ways Of Peace”, a languid, hallucinogenic song with a powerful vocal from Mariam and “Sail With Me” follows, an austere and meditative prayer lifted on wings of Native flute, crystal bowl, throbbing Native drum and bittersweet piano. “Dancing On This Holy Ground” wafts in on clouds of chiming 12-string guitar, a beautiful, mysterious raga that builds and evolves into a gorgeous classic art song with intense, powerful piano work from Bob and a soaring, declaratory, narrative vocal from Mariam. “Oh The Wind Went Away Today” is a playful, skipping upbeat folk song powered by Mariam's sweet 8-string ukulele “Oscar”, grooving congas from Craig and imaginative piano from Bob that veers from baroque to blues to country as the piece morphs through contrasting sections. “Restore” is a beautiful prayer to the planet from Mariam's “Vision Quest” LP and “Shamiyaya” is one of Mariam's finer island songs given an emotional, rich reading from the band today. Today's show completes with an inspiring, powerful version of Mariam's song “Flowers Of Delight” from the “Release” LP, here re-imagined as a flowing ballad in major and featuring a fine, far-ranging, evocative vocal from Mariam. Learn more about Mariam here: http://www.mariammassaro.com

Gaea Star Crystal Radio Hour #621 is an hour of visionary acoustic improv music recorded by the Gaea Star Band with Mariam Massaro on vocals, Native flute, harmonica, shruti box, ukulele and sitar, Bob Sherwood on piano and tabla and Craig Harris on congas and Native drums.  Recorded live at Singing Brook Studio in Worthington Massachusetts in May 2025, today's show begins with the grooving rainy spring celebration “For The Cool Down”, a rocking workout driven by Craig and Bob on Native drums and tabla supporting Mariam's evocative lyric and fine, energized native flute.  Bob moves to the piano to lay down a simple funk left hand as Mariam steps into the space with ever-more assertive flute passages.  Pretty, open piano and bluesy harmonica introduce the lovely “I Am That I Am”, a gorgeous ballad underpinned by Mariam's droning shruti box and “Wind Whistling Through The Window” is a peaceful study of a drifting day with a lovely vocal from Mariam over a fine backdrop of piano, congas and ukulele.  “Day Lilies Rising High” is another spring celebration, this team featuring rolling, bluesy piano from Bob and a lovely tale of magic realism from Mariam.  “I Am Healed by the Peaceful Morning” is a drifting, psychedelic dream with an insistent gospel motif from Bob underpinning a lovely lyric of praise from Mariam.  Mariam plays her beautiful 8 string ukulele for the dreamy “Golden Sun” is a celebration of Mother Earth in high summer, and drifts along with pretty piano ostinatos under Mariam's evocative vocal.  We finish today's show with an expansive raga called “The Mystery Of Life” as Mariam plays her sitar at the center of a percussion-rich dancelike piece. Learn more about Mariam here: http://www.mariammassaro.com

Gaea Star Crystal Radio Hour #620 is an hour of compelling, virtuoso visionary acoustic improvised music play by The Gaea Star Band with Mariam Massaro on vocals, acoustic guitar, dulcimer, Native flute and 4- and 8-string ukuleles, Bob Sherwood on piano and Craig Harris in congas and Native drum. Recorded live at Singing Brook Studio in Worthington, Massachusetts in mid-May of 2025, today's show begins with the mystical, mysterious “Misty Love”, a careening rocker with fine work from the ensemble on congas, ukulele and piano and “Woody On The Roof” is a charming folk ballad about the woodpecker on Mariam's roof. “Calling In The Ones” is a reverent, evocative minor ballad that grows into a rich, soul-influence workout with gorgeous Native flute passages and rich piano and “Calling In The Girls” is a rollicking, ancient-sounding fundamental folk ballad about the frogs in the spring pond shot through with the energy of Mariam's dancing dulcimer and vocal. “Full Moon Part Two” is a beautiful, strange moon song replete with lunar chords and Mariam's expressive vocal and “Old Friends” is a pretty, driving folk song with another fine vocal from Mariam and galloping Native drum from Craig. “To The Vision” is fantastical, imaginative, compelling rock song, the fine ensemble work featuring Native drum, exploratory piano and soaring Native flute setting the stage for Mariam's powerful, narrative lyric. We close today with two covers from Mariam's albums, the first a spirited, tight take of “I'm The Full Moon” from the “Gaea Star Goddesses” LP and the gorgeous lullaby “Night Is Near” from the “For The Children” LP. Learn more about Mariam here: http://www.mariammassaro.com

Gaea Star Crystal Radio Hour #619 is an hour of visionary, acoustic improvised music played by The Gaea Star Band with Mariam Massaro on vocals, Native flute, acoustic guitar, 4- and 8-string ukulele and harmonica, Bob Sherwood on piano and Craig Harris on congas and Native drum. Recorded live at Singing Brook Studio in early May of 2025, today's show begins with the bittersweet, bucolic folk of “Welcome May”, a pretty, acoustic guitar-driven song before moving on to peaceful, meditative “As We Sail Along In The Beauty”, another acoustic guitar song with a lovely vocal from Mariam and imaginative piano cadences from Bob. “Remembering To Dream Your Life Into Existence” grows from a plaintive Native flute fanfare into a lovely, stately theme, Mariam's beautiful Native flute and affecting vocal floating over Craig's fundamental Native drum heartbeat. “Circle In The Sky” is a skipping blues workout with rocking harmonica from Mariam over Bob's Ray Charles-esque blues aerobics. “Gather Together” from Mariam's “Release” LP is reimagined as an energized waltz and “Restore”, also from the same album is reworked into a driving minor rock piece with driving congas, imaginative piano and a fine vocal from Mariam. “Circle Of Light”, also from the “Release” album is given an infusion of live energy as Mariam's chiming 8-string ukulele creates a mood of lightness and celebration and “Home” completes today's show with a flourish, fine vocals, dancing piano and chiming 8-string ukulele. Learn more about Mariam here: http://www.mariammassaro.com

Phil discusses the evolution of the Grow-A-Tog deck with guest Austen Fiora. They explore Austen's journey with the deck, innovations he has made, and insights gained from participating in LobsterCon. The conversation delves into deck construction, the importance of card choices like Gaea's Blessing, and the ongoing experimentation within the pre-modern format. Austen shares his experiences, challenges, and thoughts on future directions for Grow-A-Tog, emphasizing the need for continuous adaptation and exploration in deck building.

Phil discusses the evolution of the Grow-A-Tog deck with guest Austen Fiora. They explore Austen's journey with the deck, innovations he has made, and insights gained from participating in LobsterCon. The conversation delves into deck construction, the importance of card choices like Gaea's Blessing, and the ongoing experimentation within the pre-modern format. Austen shares his experiences, challenges, and thoughts on future directions for Grow-A-Tog, emphasizing the need for continuous adaptation and exploration in deck building.

Gaea Star Crystal Radio Hour #618 is an hour of intrepid, dynamic, visionary acoustic improvised music played by The Gaea Star Band with Mariam Massaro on vocals, 4- and 8-string ukulele, shruti box, Native flute, nylon-string and steel string guitars, Bob Sherwood on piano and Craig Harris on congas and Native drum. Recorded live at Singing Brook Studio in Worthington, Massachusetts in late April of 2025, today's show begins with the languid, relaxed folk of “Let's all Wander”, a pretty song propelled by Mariam's nylon string guitar “Leonardo” and moves into the upbeat rock of “Fire”, a driving jam with a fine vocal from Mariam and inspired, fluid piano from Bob. “Sail Away Into Your Dreamtime” is a lovely, meditative, sprawling piece underpinned by Mariam's sighing shruti box and Craig's fundamental, heartbeat Native drum with a distinctive classical theme from Bob and “Calling For An Awakening” is a beautiful, softly flowing piece fluid, watery piano and a lush, flowing vocal from Mariam. “Almighty Standing Ones of Peace” is an evocative minor blues filled with distinctive touches from the ensemble and “Arise” is a cut from Mariam's “Release” LP, rendered here with a beautiful, languid mood defined by Mariam's dancing 8-string ukulele and Craig's steadily grooving congas. “Smile” was originally rendered as a raga in its first form on Mariam's “For The Children” album and is explored at length here as a driving forest adventure song with Native flute and piano braided in a compelling, extended game of musical tag. “Let's Rise Ever Higher” appears as a coda to “Smile” and completes today's show with a beautiful vocal from Mariam and diversions into bossa nova and jazz. Learn more about Mariam here: http://www.mariammassaro.com

Gaea Star Crystal Radio Hour #617 is an hour of dynamic visionary acoustic improvised music made by The Gaea Star Band with Mariam Massaro on vocals, singing bowl, Native flute, 4- and 8-string ukulele, Bob Sherwood on piano and Craig Harris on congas and Native drum. Recorded live at Singing Brook Studio in Worthington, Massachusetts in April 2025, today's show eases in on the wave of low, heartbeat drum, crystal bowl and soaring Native flute that is “Silver Rays In The Night”, an affectingly fundamental song with a poetic lyric from Mariam punctuated by percussive Native flute. “To The Mystery Of The Starry Night” is a languid, gently propulsive folk number with beautiful 8-string ukulele, triumphant gospel piano and a fine vocal from Mariam and “Mandavina The Moose” is a gorgeous, psychedelic forest story with the ensemble turning in a nuanced and deeply affecting performance that journeys languidly through alternately lush and alien musical landscapes. “Sail On” is a beautiful waltz from the “Release” LP and receives a relaxed, emotional rendition with a fine vocal from Mariam. “Summer Around The Bend” has a beautifully relaxed air with the interaction of Mariam's ukulele, Craig's steady conga work and Bob's circular, repetitive piano motif. A signature Native flute fanfare from Mariam ushers in the emotional “Filling Each Others' Hearts”, a lovely, rich, unhurried ballad that ranges through various moods before settling into the “Romance” theme from Prokofiev's “Lieutenant Kije” suite to close today's session. Learn more about Mariam here: http://www.mariammassaro.com

Gaea Star Crystal Radio Hour #616 is an hour of creative, visionary improvised music played by The Gaea Star Band with Mariam Massaro on vocals, Native flute, harmonica, Celtic harp, 4- and 8-string ukulele and acoustic guitar, Bob Sherwood on piano and Craig Harris on congas and Native drum. Recorded live at Singing Brook Studio in Worthington, Massachusetts in mid-April of 2025, today's show begins with the somber, meditative “Let's Go Down Deep” that features dramatic piano and a lovely duet between Mariam's soaring vocal and Native flute. “One Door Closes” is a pretty, upbeat folk song led by Mariam's dancing vocal and chiming 8-string ukulele that seeks to make sense of the country's current climate in a hopeful and uplifting way and Mariam gently strums her whispering acoustic guitar for the gorgeous, widescreen “Let's Unravel”, an expansive ballad with languid piano and steady congas. The dramatic, powerful “May We Walk Along The River” features another fine, soaring vocal and driving work from the ensemble and “Full Moon Part Two”, an iconic piece featured on the Gaea Star Crystal Radio Hour's “Best Of” compilation from 2013 is a mysterious moon song with a mystical lyric from Mariam and Gershwinesque piano figurations from Bob. The sprawling, anthemic “Sing At Sunrise” grows out of clouds of Mariam's Celtic harp and sweeping piano into a jazzy, abstract exploration supported by Craig's foundational heartbeat Native drum and a blues-adjacent piano structure from Bob supporting Mariam's fine vocal and harmonica work and we complete today's show with the skipping, bittersweet “May We All Just Relax”, a pretty folk song with chiming 8-string ukulele setting the stage for Mariam's wise and inspiring lyric. Learn more about Mariam here: http://www.mariammassaro.com

Kris and David are guestless this week as we discuss the (almost) week that was April 16-21, 1997. Topics of discussion include:The WWF's In Your House: Revenge of the Taker PPV, featuring Undertaker scorching Paul Bearer and the Steve Austin vs. Bret Hart rematch from WrestleMania.The Raw after the PPV, which really kickstarted the "Attitude Era" in many ways, as Austin "injures" Bret in a wild, show-long angle, and much, much more also happens on one of Raw's greatest episodes of all-time.A deeper examination into why Phil Mushnick hated wrestling fans at the time.Toshiaki Kawada finally pins Mitsuharu Misawa in a singles match for the first time as he wins the Champion Carnival at the Budokan.Atsushi Onita's desire to work with the WWF.The birth of the Torneo Cibernetico in CMLL in the form of one of the greatest matches of the 90's.ECW desperately trying to lock up talent as WCW is ready to raid.A look into the PPV numbers for Barely Legal.Tommy Rich and Doug Gilbert get busted for weed on 4/20.Dutch Mantell takes over the book in USWA and it's evident immediately.Kevin Nash and Syxx are pissed at Ric Flair and Roddy Piper, which spills over into a heated promo on Nitro as WCW backstage politics are flaming hot.This is an extremely good show here, folks, so don't miss out!!Timestamps:0:00:00 WWF1:41:02 Japan: AJPW, NJPW, BattlARTS, FMW, Fuyuki Gun, IWA Japan, Samurai Project, W*ING, RINGS, AJW, GAEA, & Jd'2:10:48 Classic Commercial Break2:16:32 Halftime2:58:25 Mexico: AAA, CMLL, Promo Azteca, & Tijuana3:11:00 Other USA: ESW, NJCW, ECW, NWL, USWL, CPW, Tommy Rich & Doug Gilbert arrested, IWAMS, NAASW, USWA, World Class II, & APW3:37:34 WCWTo support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows!If you're looking for the best deal on a VPN service—short for Virtual Private Network, it helps you get around regional restrictions as well as browse the internet more securely—then Private Internet Access is what you've been looking for. Not only will using our link help support Between The Sheets, but you'll get a special discount, with prices as low as $1.98/month if you go with a 40 month subscription. With numerous great features and even a TV-specific Android app to make streaming easier, there is no better choice if you're looking to subscribe to WWE Network, AEW Plus, and other region-locked services.For the best in both current and classic indie wrestling streaming, make sure to check out IndependentWrestling.tv and use coupon code BTSPOD for a free 5 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets to sign up that way.) If you convert to a paid subscriber, we get a kickback for referring you, allowing you to support both the show and the indie scene.You can also use code BTSPOD to save 25% on your first payment — whether paying month to month or annually — when you subscribe to Ultimate Classic Wrestling Network at ClassicWrestling.net!To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app's directory, or you can also paste Feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Gaea Star Crystal Radio Hour #615 is an hour of intrepid, creative, compelling live music played by the Gaea Star Band with Mariam Massaro on vocals, Native flute, shruti box, 6- and 12-string acoustic guitars, ukulele and kalimba, Bob Sherwood on piano and Craig Harris on low Native drum and congas. Recorded at Singing Brook Studio in Worthington, Massachusetts in April of 2025, today's show begins with the hypnotic, mystical “Oh, Radiant Is Our Love”, a gorgeous ballad underpinned by Mariam's shruti box drone, hushed vocal and soaring Native flute, heartbeat drum and postmodern soul piano figurations. “It's A Bright Light” begins with hushed piano, chiming kalimba and Mariam's beautiful, minimalist melody before developing into a Beethovenesque art song and “Sailing Ever Stronger (Because We Can)” is a pretty gospel folk song with an uplifting melody, virtuosic piano, chiming ukulele and dancing, grooving congas from Craig. “Ganesha” is a prayer to the Hindustani Goddess rendered as a beautiful, reverent raga built on Mariam's suspended-chord shruti box drone. “Codes Of Light”, directed by Mariam's propulsive acoustic guitar, has a misty, 50s feel as it slowly refines into a beautiful minimalist ballad with a powerful vocal and we complete today's show with an unusual, gorgeously exotic take of Mariam's “Sing Down The Walls” from the “Gaea Star Crystal” LP, all chiming 12-string, powerful low drum and mournful, reaching piano. Learn more about Mariam here: http://www.mariammassaro.com

Gaea Star Crystal Radio Hour #614 is an hour of dynamic, visionary acoustic improvised music played by The Gaea Star Band with Mariam Massaro on vocals, Native flute, acoustic guitar, 4- and 8-string ukulele and shruti box, Bob Sherwood on piano and Craig Harris on congas and Native drum. Recorded live in late March of 2025 at Singing Brook Studio in Worthington, Massachusetts, today's show begins with the beautiful, meditative “Magenta Golden Rose” a languid, rich song with fine vocals and Native flute, throbbing Native drum and imaginative piano. “The Mists Are Rising” is a fast-paced nature travelogue driven by Mariam's chiming acoustic guitar and Craig's driving congas and “Morning, Morning” is a pretty folk song with a fine vocal from Mariam above energized piano and congas. “The Last Time” begins with peaceful, dancing ukulele and Mariam's pretty melody and adds gospel, folk and rock touches as it grows into a powerful, dramatic prayer of peace and “Let's Begin Again” grows beautifully, mystically from the embers of the preceding song into a rich, powerful raga supporting a languid Native flute and vocal ballet from Mariam. “Spirit Of The Forest”, originally recorded for the “Release” album, is given a stately, unhurried reading featuring tight conga work and a soaring, affection vocal from Mariam. Today's hour closes with “Returning Back Home”, a meditative, mesmerizing raga underpinned by Mariam's shruti box drone and enriched by imaginative piano directions and Native drum accents and rolls. Learn more about Mariam here: http://www.mariammassaro.com

Kris and David are joined by Nathan K (one of our Patrons) to discuss the week that was April 2-8, 2005 in a show that Nathan dropped $50 on the Patreon for, letting him pick the week and sit in for a segment. Topics of discussion include:WrestleMania 21 (AKA WrestleMania Goes Hollywood) which featured John Cena and Batista being crowned as the WWE and World Champs, respectively, plus Kurt Angle and Shawn Michaels having a classic, Akebono and Big Show doing a little Sumo, the first Money in the Bank ladder match, and tons more.A WrestleMania I reunion at the Hall of Fame as Hulk Hogan and Roddy Piper lead the list of inductees and even Sylvester Stallone shows up to induct Hogan.Dwayne Johnson kisses and makes up with Vince McMahon.NOAH's plans for their July Tokyo Dome show.The end of an era in Japanese women's wrestling with The Crush Gals reuniting one more time as GAEA basically comes to a close.Ultimate Warrior gives a totally unhinged speech at the University of Connecticut.Kendo Kashin as Dragon Soldier B leaving quite impression at the ROH Best of American Super Juniors show.Drama backstage in TNA as they prepare for their first ever Lockdown show.TNA trying to secure a deal with Spike TV.This is a slam-packed show here, folks, so we hope you enjoy it!!Timestamps:0:00:00 WWE2:23:02 Classic Commercial Break2:27:24 Halftime3:07:53 Int'l: NOAH, BJPW, Dragongate, K-Dojo, Osaka Pro, WMF, AtoZ, GAEA, AAA, CMLL, Monterrey, & IWAPR4:05:22 Other USA: Ultimate Warrior UConn speech, ROH, CZW, NWA Wildside, IWA East Coast, CAPW, IWAMS, Wrestle Birmingham, PWG, & TNATo support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows!If you're looking for the best deal on a VPN service—short for Virtual Private Network, it helps you get around regional restrictions as well as browse the internet more securely—then Private Internet Access is what you've been looking for. Not only will using our link help support Between The Sheets, but you'll get a special discount, with prices as low as $1.98/month if you go with a 40 month subscription. With numerous great features and even a TV-specific Android app to make streaming easier, there is no better choice if you're looking to subscribe to WWE Network, AEW Plus, and other region-locked services.For the best in both current and classic indie wrestling streaming, make sure to check out IndependentWrestling.tv and use coupon code BTSPOD for a free 5 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets to sign up that way.) If you convert to a paid subscriber, we get a kickback for referring you, allowing you to support both the show and the indie scene.You can also use code BTSPOD to save 25% on your first payment — whether paying month to month or annually — when you subscribe to Ultimate Classic Wrestling Network at ClassicWrestling.net!To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app's directory, or you can also paste Feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Kris and David are guestless as we discuss the week that was March 27-April 1, 2003. Topics of discussion include:Mirko Cro Cop destroying Bob Sapp in a K-1 fight and all of the fallout, including the potential ramifications for Sapp's popularity in Japan.Satoshi Kojima winning the "weakest" Champion Carnival in AJPW history.Jerry Jarrett and Vince Russo having issues in TNA.Nathan Jones and the reasons why WWE wouldn't let him wrestle on TV.John Cena starting to get the shove.Kurt Angle and Steve Austin putting their wellbeing on the line by working major matches at Wrestlemania.The story of the Miller Lite Catfight Girls at WrestleMania.The abject failure on every level that was Triple H going over Booker T at WrestleMania.The sheer insanity that was Hulk Hogan vs. Vince McMahon at Wrestlemania, plus all of the other major happenings from one of the best Manias ever.The Raw After Mania where Stone Cold gets "fired" and Bill Goldberg makes his debut by spearing The Rock.This was a slam packed show, folks, so take a listen!!!Timestamps:0:00:00 Eurasia: K-1, AJPW, NJPW, NOAH, World Japan, Zero-One, BJPW, DDT, WMF/Hayabusa, Michinoku Pro, Osaka Pro, PWC, Quiet Storm in K-Dojo, Toryumon, TAMA, GAEA, NEO Ladies, & All-Star1:04:25 Latin America: CMLL, IWRG, Monterrey, Tijuana, IWAPR, & WWC1:15:18 Other USA: NWA-TNA, 3PW, PWF, NWA Wildside, IWAMS, NWA Midwest, GSCW, & Portland1:41:11 Classic Commercial Break1:47:00 Halftime: Homicide retirement edition2:43:57 WWETo support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows!If you're looking for the best deal on a VPN service—short for Virtual Private Network, it helps you get around regional restrictions as well as browse the internet more securely—then Private Internet Access is what you've been looking for. Not only will using our link help support Between The Sheets, but you'll get a special discount, with prices as low as $1.98/month if you go with a 40 month subscription. With numerous great features and even a TV-specific Android app to make streaming easier, there is no better choice if you're looking to subscribe to WWE Network, AEW Plus, and other region-locked services.For the best in both current and classic indie wrestling streaming, make sure to check out IndependentWrestling.tv and use coupon code BTSPOD for a free 5 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets to sign up that way.) If you convert to a paid subscriber, we get a kickback for referring you, allowing you to support both the show and the indie scene.You can also use code BTSPOD to save 25% on your first payment — whether paying month to month or annually — when you subscribe to Ultimate Classic Wrestling Network at ClassicWrestling.net!To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app's directory, or you can also paste Feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Kris and David are joined by Robert O'Connor (@ghostofquinones) to discuss the week that was February 19-25, 2004. Topics of discussion include:Eddy Guerrero's first week as WWE Champion and how it has boosted SmackDown business so far.Eddy's championship celebration on SmackDown as well as Brock Lesnar's ACTING~! chops as he pines for his title that he lost and demands a match against Bill Goldberg.Raw in Omaha with Christian turning mega heel on Trish Stratus, Stone Cold hyping up Eric Bischoff to fight Vince McMahon, and Mick Foley's legit black eye, among other things.The first-ever Shinya Hashimoto vs. Toshiaki singles ma first ever singles match taking place in AJPW.The Super J Cup that no one talks about, which was won by Naomichi Marufuji.Konnan Plus losing his mask in Monterrey.L.A. ParK permanently adopts that ring name and abandons the La Parka persona.George South promoting a big legends show in South Carolina.The end of MLW.....for now.A wild night for Rick Bassman's UPW featuring Scott Hall and Kevin Nash wackiness, plus Tank Abbott and Ken Shamrock working a shoot angle.Teddy Hart making his return to TNA, but first, before the show, he gets in a fight with CM Punk outside the White Trash Cafe and is “injured” in the process, kicking off a few memorable days in internet wrestling history.This was a HIGHLY entertaining show, so you better not miss it!!!Timestamps:0:00:00 WWE2:14:35 Japan: AJPW, NJPW, NOAH, Super J-Cup, Zero-One, Toryumon, GAEA, & NEO Ladies3:02:40 Classic Commercial Break3:06:12 Halftime3:59:48 Mexico: AAA, CMLL, IWRG, Monterrey, Toryumon X, Tijuana, & L.A. ParK4:19:26 Other USA: Jake Roberts, ROH, JerseyCW, 3PW, George South/Night of the Legends, Cody Runnels, NWA Wildside, BANG!, MLW, IWAMS, PGWA, PWG, UPW, SoCal lucha, Mucha Lucha, & Bubba the Love Sponge5:05:29 NWA-TNATo support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows!If you're looking for the best deal on a VPN service—short for Virtual Private Network, it helps you get around regional restrictions as well as browse the internet more securely—then Private Internet Access is what you've been looking for. Not only will using our link help support Between The Sheets, but you'll get a special discount, with prices as low as $1.98/month if you go with a 40 month subscription. With numerous great features and even a TV-specific Android app to make streaming easier, there is no better choice if you're looking to subscribe to WWE Network, AEW Plus, and other region-locked services.For the best in both current and classic indie wrestling streaming, make sure to check out IndependentWrestling.tv and use coupon code BTSPOD for a free 5 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets to sign up that way.) If you convert to a paid subscriber, we get a kickback for referring you, allowing you to support both the show and the indie scene.To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app's directory, or you can also paste Feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands