Podcasts about Great Work

Hello, and welcome to Entangled! The podcast where we explore the science of consciousness, the true nature of reality, and what it means to be a spiritual being having a human experience. I'm your host Jordan Youkilis, and today I'm joined by my friend John Coffey in Part I of his Chronicles: The Great Work.In this conversation, John explains how he navigated his awakening to the UFO/ET phenomenon with the help of Whitley Strieber's work, but then how he concluded Strieber was disingenuous. John explains that disinformation is a recurring theme in the realm of Ufology, and why discernment is necessary for understanding the true state of global affairs.John proposes his thesis that our world is run by a cabal of elite psychopaths that desire a One World Government, characterized by tyranny, control, and depopulation. John challenges whether the official narrative of virtually any topic is true, and argues the cabal has created a state of perpetual fear and crisis.We discuss the role of propaganda, we question why Obama repealed the Smith Mundt Act, and we consider the capture of our media establishment. Next, we discuss issues with the music and entertainment industry in establishing false narratives.From there, we discuss Barack Obama and The Beatles as examples of wolves in sheep's clothing. We discuss the Tavistock Institute and how the counter-cultural movement of the 1960s was a psy op created by CIA and other intelligence as a means to break apart the family. We consider the reality of feminism relative to its narrative and discuss how it has contributed to the destruction of the nuclear family. We discuss the economic impact of inflation and how money printing has been used as a tool to force women into the workforce.We consider the dangers of social engineering and mind control, and why the strength of the term “mind control” is appropriate. John proposes that COVID-19 was run as a military-grade, mind control psychological operation.John then provides four historical examples of mass mind control, including the Reichstag Fire in Berlin, the Gulf of Tonkin Incident, the JFK Assassination, and 9/11. Next, we consider whether COVID-19 was a genocide, and the damaging implications of the SPARS pandemic exercise in 2018.From there, we discuss finding synchronicity, awakening, and purpose despite the baggage that come with discussing “conspiracy theories”. John and I consider the malevolent force at work in the world, and the dark, social engineering behind the woke agenda.We then discuss whether Trump is part of the Deep State and the structure of the cabal. Here I wanted to add an author's disclaimer. This episode was first recorded in January 2023. My perspectives on President Donald Trump have evolved significantly over the subsequent two and a half years, as I reexamined geopolitical events over the past decade with fresh eyes, and a recognition of how distorted my perception of Donald Trump as a political figure had been made by the legacy media. I documented this journey in Episodes 76 & 77: Trump 2024: MAGA, or How I Recovered from TDS.Next, John describes the failures of Operation Warp Speed and the weaponization of the term anti-vaxxer. We consider Hegelian dialectic and the illusion of choice as a means to divide and conquer.From there, John describes “The Great Work”, the multi-generational plan to consolidate world government. We discuss how central bankers have funded both sides of every war, and the need to ask cui bono? Who benefits?Next, we discuss the concept of doublethink and our ability to live in cognitive dissonance. We consider whether the COVID gene therapies were ultimately a bioweapon intended to drive the depopulation agenda. I ask John's recommendations for how to go from here and to fix the current system, and he explains the need to “say no” and resist.We then discuss the true nature of the human spirit, and that we're beings of incredible power. We consider humanity as a species with amnesia. John explains why he is pessimistic short-term, but optimistic long-term. We discuss how knowledge is the key to avoiding fear, and how it's easier to fool someone than to convince them they've been fooled. We conclude with homework to the audience from John: challenging them to investigate the official narrative about dinosaurs and fossil fuels.Music from the show is available on the Spotify playlist “Entangled – The Vibes”. If you like the show, please drop a 5-star review and subscribe on Substack, Spotify, X, Apple, YouTube or wherever you listen to podcasts.Please enjoy the episode!Music: Intro: Ben Fox - "The Vibe". End Credits: Captain Qubz - “Going Home”.Outro: “The Great Work” starts at Episode 88.Recorded: 1/16/23. Published: 7/21/25.Check out the resources mentioned:* Whitley Streiber's Library: https://www.bookseriesinorder.com/whitley-strieber/* Crrow 777: https://www.youtube.com/Crrow777/videos* Weird Scenes Inside the Canyon by David McGowan: https://www.amazon.com/Weird-Scenes-Inside-Canyon-Laurel/dp/1909394122* My Family Thinks I'm Crazy: https://myfamilythinksimcrazy.com/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit entangledpodcast.substack.com

ARE YOU HIGH ON HOPIUM?? Sedated by the illusion of comfort? Numbed by false choices and rosy dreams? Tonight on the End Evil Podcast —Hopium & The Funhouse of Modern Illusion. We're cracking open the lies:– Why voting, licenses & media are manufactured consent– The real cost of seductive fantasy: mental fog, disconnection, slavery– How to ground yourself in Natural Law and truth-based action. OGWW Crew: Brandon, Derek, Crypt Rick, Jim, Jerry & Chris OGWW Taplink: https://taplink.cc/onegreatworkwarriors Join us on Telegram: https://t.me/+lSvJDKRxEPU3NDM5 End Evil Podcast Streams Thursdays: 6-7 Pacific 8-9 Central 9-10 Eastern The End Evil Podcast Show Streams to multiple channels, choose your favorite here: https://taplink.cc/chrisjantzen Also watch on Odysee: [/center]Download.

1 Corinthians 16:9 EASY [9] God has given me the chance to do a great work here. But many people are against what I am doing. https://bible.com/bible/2079/1co.16.9.EASY

TEXT: LD 21 The church is the great work of God, to which I am privileged to belong 1. My perspective on the church 2. My position in the church

Darius J Wright has had thousands of out-of-body (OBE) experiences since childhood and has seen the Earth as a giant dome comprising one dimension. He has traveled to other dimensions where he has encountered non-human intelligences that include extraterrestrials, Anunnaki, Angels, and Seraphim. He says that many extraterrestrials travel to our dimension through portals that facilitate interdimensional travel.Wright asserts that the soul is what travels in OBEs, which are functionally equivalent to near-death experiences. He says that the soul cannot be trapped or controlled without one's beliefs allowing this. Wright claims to have traveled to Antarctica, where he encountered red-haired giants in stasis chambers, which aligns with information about the fallen angels described in the Book of Enoch. He is dedicated to the “Great Work” of educating people about OBEs and life beyond the physical realm.Darius J. Wright's Website is: https://dariusjwright.com

In the book of Nehemiah we hear how many distractions came his way, but that Nehemiah was so focused on his "Great Work", and we should be the same. 

In this deeply soulful and mind-expanding video interview, we reunite with author, healer, and mystic Tyler Ray Mitchell

On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Nate Wise with SOAR365 about the important work the organization does, how its programming differs between children and adults, the long history of summer camps they've offered at Camp Baker in Chesterfield, and how folks can get involved or even volunteer to help those who need these types of services.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Camera Operator: Martin Stith and Matt Neese Graphics: Debbie Wrenn Promotions and Media: J. Elias O'Neal, Katie Cominsky, and Lina Chadouli   Music: Hip Hop This by Seven Pounds Inspiring Electronic Rock by Alex Grohl   Guest: Nate Wise, SOAR365   Recorded in-house by Communications and Media   Chesterfield.gov/podcast     Follow us on social media! On Facebook, like our page: Chesterfield Behind the Mic. On Twitter, you can find us at @ChesterfieldVa and on Instagram it's @ChesterfieldVirginia. And you can also watch the podcast on WCCT TV Thursday through Sunday at 7 p.m. as well as on weekends at noon on Comcast Channel 98 and Verizon Channel 28.  

  Every great innovation starts with a question — Could this be done better?    For Wayne Perkins, that question came in a wool shed, with a busted back, and a view of shearing that hadn't changed in a century. He wasn't looking to build a business. He was looking to fix a problem.    And in true agri-entrepreneur fashion, what followed was part invention, part persistence — and one heck of a story.    In this episode, we shine a light on the doers. The tinkerers. The farm-based problem-solvers who aren't waiting for permission — they're out there building something better.    Wayne Perkins is the founder of Perkinz, and the creator of the CrutchMaster and ShearMaster — two breakthrough systems in sheep handling that have become a lifeline for farmers and shearers across Australia and New Zealand. Backed by a background in shearing and solid grounding in farming, Wayne's story is a raw and real account of what it takes to create, adapt, and endure.    We explore:  Why practical farmer feedback — not engineering perfection — led to breakthroughs  What it's like to lead a growing business when the industry you serve is under pressure  And why innovation sometimes starts with a hunk of steel and the belief that things can be better  Wayne has been through the wringer — financially, physically, emotionally. And yet, through all of it, he's held onto a simple, powerful vision: make shearing better. He is one of the most determined, self-made thinkers in our space — and someone who reminds us all that real progress often starts with having a go.  If you're an agri-entrepreneur forging your own path, this episode is for you. And if you're looking to reduce the strain and sharpen the system on your own farm, check out the Perkinz CrutchMaster and ShearMaster at perkinz.com.au.  Wayne — thank you for showing us what it means to stay the course, solve the real problems, and lead with vision (and a bit of good Kiwi cheek).  Here's to every farmer and agri-entrepreneur asking that same question: Could this be done better?    Keep building. Keep asking. And keep believing in better.    Sincerely,  Jeremy Hutchings & the Farm Owners Academy Team    P.S. If you've got a spark of something — an idea, a side project, a better way — the challenge is keeping it alive while everything else demands your time. That's where our planner comes in. In just 10 minutes, it will help farm owners like you, get back in control and keep your good ideas moving forward.

Welcome to “In my humble opinion”, a podcast collaboration between The Marketing Society and Publicis Groupe UK that creates a space for marketing leaders to discuss their opinions on topics affecting our industry which they think about but may not always say out loud. You will hear industry leaders and experts talk about their views and opinions on deliberately provocative subjects such as the impact of technology on brands and consumers, the future of our industry, the generational divides, diversity and inclusion and more.You're joining us for episode 5 '‘In My Humble Opinion... Getting to great work is hard work'.Featuring Karen Martin, CEO at BBH in conversation with Michelle Spillane, Managing Director Marketing at Paddy Power.They explore the challenging journey from good to great advertising, discussing how truly exceptional creative work doesn't just inform but transforms. Michelle shares insights on building a culture of creative bravery, leaving space for unexpected magic in the production process, and why investing in great work delivers the best ROI possible.Whether you're a marketer, creative, or brand leader, this conversation offers valuable insights on building creative partnerships built on trust rather than control. Connect with our guests: Karen Martin, CEO at BBH LinkedIn ProfileMichelle Spillane, Managing Director Marketing at Paddy Power LinkedIn ProfileDon't forget to subscribe, rate, and review our podcast!Our industry is filled with many brilliant minds with thought provoking views, we can't wait to bring them to you, our next episode of “In my humble opinion” will be coming soon and find our series of content of the same name over at The Marketing Society website here.

What does it mean to be fully human in a world that often pulls us away from ourselves and each other?In this illuminating episode, we dive deep into the mystical and meaningful terrain of inner alchemy, the importance of cultivating a friendly inner environment, and the often-forgotten art of true social intimacy.Tyler shares his vision of a modern alchemical renaissance—one that invites us to turn inward not to escape the world, but to better illuminate it.This is a conversation for seekers, healers, and anyone longing for deeper connection, with self, with others, and with the world.Together, we explore:How emotional wellbeing begins with befriending yourselfThe spiritual and psychological roots of The Great WorkThe 4 stages of alchemySocial intimacy as a form of healingThe ripple effect of our inner workEpisode Resources:⁠⁠⁠⁠Tyler ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BookTyler Facebook

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In this episode, Sam's guest is Sarah Rozenthuler.Sarah is an international keynote speaker, chartered psychologist, dialogue consultant and published author. With over 20 years' experience working at senior levels in global organisations, Sarah brings extensive expertise in executive coaching, team coaching, board facilitation and leadership development consulting. As an accomplished author, Sarah has written several impactful books including Now We're Talking: How to Discuss What Really Matters (2024), Powered by Purpose: Energise Your People to do Great Work (2020) and How to Have Meaningful Conversations (2012).

It's the end of the world, or at least the end of the world as Hannah, Prior, Louis, Harper and Joe know it. Roy is left with nothing but the haunting of Ethel Rosenberg in the end, who herself finds peace through tradition (and believe it or not, Louis). While Joe's fairy tale comes crashing around him, Prior chooses life, Harper chooses San Francisco, Belize chooses forgiveness, and Hannah chooses to stay in New York with her gays. Great Work, indeed.  Join us for The Best Supporting Aftershow and early access to main episodes on Patreon: www.patreon.com/bsapod Email: thebsapod@gmail.com Instagram: @bsapod Colin Drucker - Instagram: @colindrucker_ Nick Kochanov - Instagram: @nickkochanov

In which we embark on a Great Work; it remains hard to be Alex Summers; and it's also always Inferno on Earth-1298.

Diving into the lives, philosophies, and work of some of the worlds greatest artists and how they can help you do great work.-----"Sharing art is the price of making it. Exposing your vulnerability is the fee."- Rick Rubin-----SourcesDaily Rituals - Mason CurreyThe Creative Act: A Way of Being - Rick RubinSteal Like an Artist - Austin KleonWar of Art - Stephen PressfieldI Can't Make This Up - Kevin HartMore Myself - Alicia Keys-----You can check stay connected and support below:WebsiteBook: Chasing Greatness: Timeless Stories on the Pursuit of Excellence ApparelInstagramX

Special free bonus episode! This is an episode of The Free Zone with the legendary Freeman that we originally recorded back in early 2023. The information talked about in this episode is more relevant now than ever before. "Never an old episode", as Freeman would say. We are staring down the Mouth of the Beast. Behind the scenes, a group of technocratic elites are working feverishly toward the attainment of their "Great Work". It is a plan as old as civilization itself, and now, through the advent of modern technology, this plan is closer to fruition than it has ever been before. What is this plan?The importance of mythology has often been overlooked by the vast majority of people in the modern era. In the high echelons of our society, there are people in positions of power that understand that mythological archetypes have a profound impact upon the minds of men. They have learned how to manipulate these archetypal energies to effectuate changes in our world. Over the course of the past two years, we have witnessed the results of the creation of a new mythology, crafted especially for our modern sensibilities.Find the legendary Freeman at:www.freemantv.comFind me at:www.alchemicaltechrevolution.com

Diving into the lives, philosophies, and work of some of the worlds greatest artists and how they can help you do great work.-----"There's a secret that real writers know that wannabe writers don't, and the secret is this: It's not the writing part that's hard. What's hard is sitting down to write. What keeps us from sitting down is resistance."- Stephen Pressfield-----SourcesDaily Rituals - Mason CurreyThe Creative Act: A Way of Being - Rick RubinSteal Like an Artist - Austin KleonWar of Art - Stephen PressfieldI Can't Make This Up - Kevin HartMore Myself - Alicia Keys-----You can check stay connected and support below:WebsiteBook: Chasing Greatness: Timeless Stories on the Pursuit of Excellence Apparel

Diving into the lives, philosophies, and work of some of the worlds greatest artists and how they can help you do great work.-----"Creativity is something you are, not only something you do. It's a way of moving through the world, every minute, every day."- Rick Rubin-----SourcesDaily Rituals - Mason CurreyThe Creative Act: A Way of Being - Rick RubinSteal Like an Artist - Austin KleonWar of Art - Stephen PressfieldI Can't Make This Up - Kevin HartMore Myself - Alicia Keys-----You can check stay connected and support below:WebsiteBook: Chasing Greatness: Timeless Stories on the Pursuit of Excellence ApparelInstagramX

This sermon emphasizes that Jesus gave us the Great Commission—to go and make disciples—not just as a task, but as a transformative purpose that shapes our identity, calling, and faith. Through biblical examples and personal stories, the message highlights that God chooses to work through ordinary, imperfect people to accomplish extraordinary things. Ultimately, it reminds us that people matter deeply to God, and reaching even just one person with the Gospel can have an eternal ripple effect.

Get ready for a conversation that feeds the spirit and challenges the mind. ✨

In this episode of The Produce Moms Podcast, host Lori Taylor discusses sustainability in agriculture with Jennifer Schaal, CFO of Dundee Citrus Growers Association. They explore the challenges faced by Florida citrus growers due to HLB (citrus greening disease) and the innovative CUPS (Citrus Underprotective Screen) technology that offers a workaround to this devastating issue.

Happy Gondorian New Year! In our second session on the Book of Mazarbul, we will get to the high water mark of Balin's expedition. Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Thank you for your support for our Annual Fundraising Campaign. If you missed the campaign event broadcasts, you can watch the recordings here. • https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLasMbZ4s5vIW4X_6biE7MLLGssLtApH8P Thank you for your support for our project. Rings & Realms:The Lord of the Rings-The War of the Rohirrim https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/signumu/ringsandrealms-the-lord-of-the-rings-the-war-of-the-rohirrim?ref=user_menu

I am so excited that this time on the podcast, I am sharing my recent conversation with the great David Coleman. David has been studying astrology for over 30 years and practicing professionally since 1997, working with clients from all walks of life—including members of the British royal family, business professionals,military personnel, budding magicians, anomalous experiencers, and likely, people just like you. David's journey has been a fusion of astrology and magic,developed into a practical system that he published in 2011 as The 26 Keys: A New Approach to Astrology. Over the last decade, he has also maintained a free online journal, Journeys in the Astral Light, supported by his generous patrons, where he publishes monthly in-depth explorations of astrology, magic, and spiritual growth. Now, after over 30 years of research and writing, David hascreated An Archive of Mysteries—a vast, freely accessible collection cataloging over 1,000,000 words of his work. This expanded site is designed to be a deep, structured exploration of astrology, magic, meditation, psychic development, and more. Whether you are a newcomer or a seasoned practitioner,this archive is an open invitation to learn, discover, and grow as we move into an era of revelation and awakening.I met David a few years ago, when we were both foundingmembers of The Experiencer Group. At that time I was still wrestling with my experiences and found in David a generous, safe and wise guide through some of the most perplexing and frightening times of my life. Beyond David's impressive bio, you will find a kind, authentic soul who is doing great work in the work. Capital G, capital W, helping us all progress the Great Work of creation to find its way home, back to the all that is. David will be a returning guest on the podcast. We have somuch to say to each other and he has so much wisdom to share in these unprecedented times, when we will need, as David told me before our talk began, to strengthen our Spirit for what is to come.  In this conversation, we talk about Her, Gaia, our Mother planet Earth. David explains why the ETs are here at this time, where we're going, and what we will need to do to get there. We've only scratched the surface here, and yet David expanded my awareness out to the farthest reaches of creation herself,down into the darkness of the current struggle of humanity, and back to a Golden Future that is ours to express, if we can face and bear what we've done, and what's to come. And now, please enjoy this conversation with my cherishedfriend and soul family, David Coleman. astralvisions.orgEmail me at earthalovestory@gmail.com to get on the waiting list for Becoming Apocalyptic Mother; the (r)Evolution Will be DancedBecome a patron at the EarthLovers $10 tier by visiting ⁠⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/robinlassiter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and get access to two Community Gatherings per month. Work with Diederik Rijkens at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Coded to Thrive⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and check out his YouTube channel ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Projector Project⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Earth: A Love Story is now an ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AUDIOBOOK!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Experiencer Group⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠My book ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Earth: A Love Story ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠exists as a physical object in the world. Deep forever gratitude to those of you who have purchased the book and left reviews on Amazon. Thank you, thank you, thank you.Our beautiful musical soundscapes are provided by Morgan Jenks. You can support ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠his new album on bandcamp⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or find out more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠morganjenks.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Find me on instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@robin_lassiter_honeyheart⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@earth_a_love_story⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠To join my mailing list or book a 1:1 session with me, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠robinlassiter.com

What if your greatest work isn't the loudest or most visible—but the most faithful? This sermon explores the early church's first internal conflict and how it led to the creation of the diaconate and care ministry. Drawing from Acts 6:1–8, we discover that meaningful service—like waiting tables or preparing Communion—is not only sacred, it's the kind of work that transforms us. From Stephen and Philip in the Book of Acts to the Stephen Ministers and deacons in today's church, “great work” begins with the willingness to serve others well.

In the second episode of The Fenris Wolf Podcast, Carl Abrahamsson explores the evolution of contemporary occultism and the relationship between artistic creation and magic. He reflects on how historical occult practices were structured and hierarchical, contrasting them with the more fluid and individualistic approaches seen today. Abrahamsson notes that current societal chaos and instability have led to the rise of personal practices that blend various traditions, emphasizing adaptability and individual empowerment. He discusses the importance of collective action and personal development, suggesting that true change comes from individuals working on themselves as part of a larger interconnected web of transformation. He introduces the idea that the "Great Work" involves each person recognizing their role in the collective, working not in isolation but as part of a greater pattern. Abrahamsson emphasizes the transformative power of artistic creation as a form of practical alchemy, arguing that art can facilitate profound personal and societal change. He shares a story about a mentee who found healing through creating music, illustrating how artistic expression can encode intentions and emotions that resonate on a collective level. He encourages listeners to integrate artistic practices into their magical work as a way to harness this transformative potential. Ultimately, he posits that the merging of magic and art is key to navigating the challenges of modern life. https://thefenriswolf.substack.com

Best-selling author of 20 critically acclaimed books (translated in 12 languages) on Magick and the Occult, Lon Milo DuQuette is one of the most respected and entertaining writers and lecturers in the field of the Western Mystery Traditions. He is also gifted singer songwriter and former Epic Records recording artist whose material continues to inspire and provoke.Since 1975 he as been a national and international governing officer of Ordo Templi Orientis, one of the most influential magical societies of the 20th Century. He is an internationally recognized authority on tarot and western ceremonial magick. Although he takes these subjects very seriously, he tries not to take himself too seriously. This rare combination of scholarship and humor has earned him in the last 22 years a unique and respected position in American spiritual and esoteric literature.DuQuette appears often on television and radio as a guest expert on subjects involving the occult. He is a contributor to the Magical Egypt DVD series and a host on the new series, The Great Work.He is a faculty member of the Omega Institute in Reinbeck New York, and Robert Anton Wilson's Maybe Logic Academy.He lives in Sacramento, California with his wife of 56 years, Constance.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-x-zone-radio-tv-show--1078348/support.

Today's wisdom comes from The Great Work of Your Life by Stephen Cope.   If you're loving Heroic Wisdom Daily, be sure to subscribe to the emails at heroic.us/wisdom-daily.   And… Imagine unlocking access to the distilled wisdom form 700+ of the greatest books ever written.   That's what Heroic Premium offers: Unlimited access to every Philosopher's Note. Daily inspiration and actionable tools to optimize your energy, work, and love. Personalized coaching features to help you stay consistent and focused   Upgrade to Heroic Premium →   Know someone who'd love this? Share Heroic Wisdom Daily with them, and let's grow together in 2025!   Share Heroic Wisdom Daily →

This could be a real adventure—and a real vibe shift for Growing Up Skywalker.Hot off the heels of our coverage of The Mandalorian's first season, we're diving into a brighter side of the galaxy in Skeleton Crew.In our recap of the premiere, “This Could Be a Real Adventure,” we discuss the mysteries of At Attin, the tyranny of suburbs, and the glorification of busyness. We also cover the critical reception of the show (which contrasts heavily with the reception of The Acolyte during a similar timeframe) and continue our Mandalorian-era discussion of justice as enforced by the New Republic.Neither Sam nor Anna has ever seen Skeleton Crew before, so we're all in this adventure together!Want more Growing Up Skywalker? This is a great time to sign up for our Patreon for bonus audio content! Timestamps:00:00:00 Who Are We?00:01:59  Plot Overview00:11:53 The Great Work 00:16:46 The Suburbs, Oppression, and Childhood Stories00:38:18 Pirates in Space00:43:23 Critical Reception00:52:25 Bae Watch01:00:38 Closing Thoughts

"The Place Where You Made Your Stand Never Mattered..." The Great Work is Finished! FINALLY!1. The Stand (Intro): 10 Years Later... Ka is a Wheel & Dark Christianity.2. Book 1-The Subtle & Sophisticated Virus-An American Focus -Meet Randall Flagg-The Black & White Chess Pieces-Favorite Scene/Favorite Moment from Book 13. Book 2-From the Macro to the Micro & the Symbolism of Boulder, CO-Chapter 45-Nadine-Flagg Check-In-Favorite Scene/Favorite Moment from Book 24. Book 3-The Spies-Viva Las Vegas-The Walk-Flagg Check-In-Favorite Scene/Favorite Moment from Book 35. The Stand (Finale) -The Stand 1994 Miniseries-Harold Lauder-Captain Tripps' Survivors-The Stand vs. IT... Which One Do You Choose?-Questions Please Give the Show Some Love with a 5-Star Rating & Review on your Favorite Podcast Outlet! End Credits: Keys of Moon (Soundcloud)UnderratedSK@gmail.comInsta: UnderratedSKPodcastBlueSky: @UnderratedSKPodcastPatreon: Patreon.com/DansewithKimCKim C. will return with a Rose Madder Re-Visit!

As we continue in the series on resilient faith, we focus on how redemption is God's work, not ours. Joel chapter 2 carries a great promise for God's redeeming work to be done in each of our lives. If you prefer to listen, stream, and/or watch, join us and subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@kingwoodmethodist

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In this week's episode, I take a look at the movies and streaming shows I watched in winter 2024/2025, and share my opinions on them. I also take a look at my ebook advertising results from January 2025. This week's coupon code will get you 50% off the audiobook of Half-Orc Paladin, Book #3 in the Half-Elven Thief series, (as excellently narrated by Leanne Woodward) at my Payhip store: PALADIN50 The coupon code is valid through February 28, 2025. So if you need a new audiobook for the bad February weather, we've got you covered! 00:00:00 Introduction and Writing Updates   Hello, everyone. Welcome to Episode 238 of The Pulp Writer Show. My name is Jonathan Moeller. Today is February 7, 2025 and today we are discussing the movies and streaming shows I watched in Winter 2024 and 2025. Before that, we will do Coupon of the Week, an update on my current writing projects, Question of the Week, and my ad results from January 2025.   First, let's start with Coupon of the Week. This week's coupon code will get you 50% off the audiobook of Half-Orc Paladin, Book Three in the Half-Elven Thief Series (as excellently narrated by Leanne Woodward) at my Payhip store. That coupon code is PALADIN50. This coupon code will be valid through February the 28th, 2025, so if you need a new audiobook to get you through the bad February weather, we have got you covered.   Now for an update on my current writing and audiobook projects. As I mentioned last week, Shield of Deception is now out and you can get it at Amazon, Barnes and Noble, Kobo, Google Play, Apple Books, Smashwords and my Payhip store. It is doing quite well. Thank you all for that. I hope you enjoy the book and I've been hearing good things about it from people who read it.   Now that Shield of Deception is done, my main project is now Ghost in the Assembly and I am 36,000 words into it as of this recording, which puts me almost on Chapter 8 of 21. So I'm about one third of the way through the rough draft, give or take. If all goes well. I'm hoping that book will be out in March. My secondary project is Shield of Battle, which is the sequel to Shield of Deception and I am about 2,000 words into that. I'm also 50,000 words into what will be the third and final Stealth and Spells book, Stealth and Spells Online: Final Quest. It was originally named Reactant, but I decided to change the name to Final Quest because that sounds better and if all goes well, that will probably be out in the middle of the year, give or take.   In audiobook news, Cloak of Masks (as excellently narrated by Hollis McCarthy) is now out at all audio stores, including Audible, so you can listen to that there. Work is almost done on Cloak of Dragonfire. It's being proof-listened to as I record this and hopefully that should be out before too much longer. So that is where I'm at with my current writing and audiobook projects.   00:02:19 Question of the Week   Next up is Question of the Week, which is intended to inspire interesting discussions of enjoyable topics. This week's topic, which ties into our main topic: what was the favorite movie you saw in 2024? No wrong answers, obviously (including “I hate everything I saw in 2024”). We have a few responses for this.   JD says: It was either Transformers One or Deadpool and Wolverine.   Mary says: I didn't see any movies in 2024.   Doug says: Dune was one of the books I read in the ‘70s. Like your books, I never got enough back then. I was buying Hardcovers. I still have six of them. I have seen the two versions of the books. Can't wait to see this version of the books. I have seen the first movies. Hope to see more.   David says: Godzilla versus Kong was pretty much the only one from last year I saw. I just bought Gladiator 2 but haven't watched it yet.   Davette says: I enjoyed both Dune 2 and The Fall Guy and Inside Out 2 and Deadpool and Wolverine. My favorite was Wicked, mainly because I've been waiting on that movie for years.   Bonnie says: I haven't seen any movies or watched TV in years.   For myself, I think it would be a tie for my favorite movie of 2024 for between Dune 2 and The Fall Guy. The two Dune movies, for all the stuff they changed from the book, are probably the most faithful adaptation it was possible to make with that very dense and very weird book. I thought The Fall Guy was just hilarious and I had no idea it was based on TV series from the ‘80s until I read up about it on the Internet after I saw the movie. It was interesting that we didn't have very many responses to this question the week and of those responses, one third of them was “I didn't see any movies in 2024.” So if the movie industry is wondering why it's in so much trouble, I think we might have just found the answer here in that nobody wants to go to see movies in the theater anymore.   00:04:09 Ad Results for January 2025 Now onto our next topic, how my ads performed in January 2025. Now as usual for my books in January, I used Facebook ads, Amazon ads, and BookBub ads, so let's break them down by category- first, by Facebook ads. As usual, I advertised The Ghosts and Cloak Games/Cloak Mage.   GHOSTS: $4.08 for every dollar, with 22% of the profit coming from the audiobooks.   CLOAK GAMES/MAGE: $3.38 for every dollar, with 6% of the profit coming from the audiobooks. So that went pretty well. I'm hoping that percentage will go up once Cloak of Dragonfire is done and we can put together Cloak Mage Omnibus Three.   I also did some Amazon ads – specifically for HALF-ELVEN THIEF, STEALTH & SPELLS ONLINE: CREATION, and THE LINUX COMMAND LINE BEGINNERS GUIDE.   Remember, for an Amazon ad to be effective, it usually needs to be generating at least one sale for every eight clicks on the ads.   HALF-ELVEN THIEF: $4.65 for every dollar spent, 1.85 sales for every click. It's just an amazing ratio-thank you for that.   STEALTH & SPELLS ONLINE: CREATION: Lost $0.15 for every dollar spent, 1 sale for every 4.76 clicks.   THE LINUX COMMAND LINE BEGINNER'S GUIDE: $3.16 for every dollar spent, 33% of the profit from audio, 1.34 sales for every click.   The standout was HALF-ELVEN THIEF, which actually had more sales than clicks on the ads. That hardly ever happens!   You can see there's a reason I'm going to conclude STEALTH & SPELLS with the third book, because it just doesn't sell well. All of the advertising experiments I have tried to make it sell well have not responded to date. That said, we did improve from December, where I only got a sale for every 14 clicks.   Additionally, Amazon ads work really well with nonfiction books, since they respond a lot better to keyword ads.   Finally, I used Bookbub ads for THE GHOSTS on Apple. That went pretty well.   THE GHOSTS: $4 for every $1 spent.   So, all in all, a pretty good month for ads, though STEALTH & SPELLS remains the weak point. As always everyone, thank you for buying the books and listening to the audiobooks.   00:06:50 Main Topic: Movie/TV Show Reviews of Winter 2024/Early Winter 2025 Now onto our main topic, the movies and streaming shows I watched in Winter 2024 and early winter 2025. As always, my ratings are totally subjective and based on nothing more concrete than my own opinions.   Our first one is Red One, which came out in 2024. This was a strange mashup of genres, a holiday movie, urban fantasy, a thriller, and just a little bit of existential horror. Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson plays Callum Drift, who is the head of Santa Claus's security. Meanwhile, Chris Evans plays an unscrupulous hacker and thief named Jack O'Malley. Jack unwittingly helps unknown malefactors kidnap Santa Claus and so Callum and Jack have to team up to rescue Santa from his kidnappers. This sounds like a lighthearted holiday movie, but it really isn't. The movie is rather dour and takes itself very seriously. Callum acts like he's in a Jason Bourne movie and deals with various supernatural creatures like a special forces operator assessing targets. Additionally, there are some urban fantasy elements with the vast government agency dedicated to hiding the supernatural world from normal people. I don't think the dissonance really worked at all. It had pieces of a light holiday movie and pieces of a thriller and they really didn't mesh. It's not hard to see why this one didn't do well in the theaters, on top of its enormous budget. Overall Grade: D (In the spirit of Christmas generosity)   Next up is Argylle, which came out in 2024. This was a dumb movie, but I enjoyed it, kind of like Murder Mystery with Adam Sandler and Jennifer Aniston on Netflix. I mean that wasn't exactly Shakespeare or Milton, but I would be lying if I said I didn't enjoy myself while watching it. Same thing applies to Argylle. The plot is that the protagonist Ellie Conway is a bestselling spy novelist. Ellie is a bit of an eccentric personality and travels everywhere with her cat in a backpack that has a window in it so the cat can see what's going on. However, it turns out that Ellie's novels are accurately predicting events in real life espionage, so several sinister spy agencies are hunting her down to learn her secret. A spy named Aidan saves Ellie, claiming that he's the only one she can trust. Of course, this is the kind of movie that has a shocking betrayal and plot twist every eight minutes or so, and the revelation of the central twist made me face palm a bit. There is a fight scene at the end involving colored smoke that's absolutely bonkers. It was on Apple Plus or Apple TV or whatever it's called, but that means all the characters did all their computing on shiny new Apple devices, which is always amusing. Overall Grade: D+ (but barely)   Next up is Venom: The Last Dance, which came out in 2024. It wasn't as good as the first two since so many of the characters did not return, but it brought the Venom Trilogy to a mostly satisfying conclusion. Eddie Brock and Venom are on the run after the events of Venom: Let There Be Carnage. Unbeknownst to either of them, the US government has a secret facility holding captured symbiant aliens and the agency that runs the facility is hunting for them. Unbeknownst to the US government, the creator of the symbiotes, an evil entity named Knull is preparing to escape his prison and to do that, he needs Eddie/Venom delivered to him alive, so he dispatches his creatures to Earth hunt down Eddie and Venom, with disastrous results. The best part of the movie was the comedic duo of Eddie and Venom since the movie takes the absurdity of their situation and leans into it. Overall Grade: B- Next up is the Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim, which came out in 2024. I read an interview with Brandon Sanderson where he said that a big part of the problem with movie adaptations of books is that the filmmakers often want to tell their own story, not the books'. So they basically used the book as a framework for telling their own story, which inevitably annoys the readers of the book. I suspect that was what happened with The War of the Rohirrim. This movie was a mixture of strong points and weaknesses. Apparently it only exists because New Line needed to put out something or they'd lose film rights to Tolkien's stuff, and so The War of the Rohirrim was fast-tracked.   The strong points: the animation looked pretty, the battle scenes were fun to watch, the voice performances were good, and the music was also good.   The weak points: it felt too long and slow-paced. I think a good half-hour could have been cut of the characters looking pensive and thoughtful (and saved the animators a lot of work in the process). Additionally, I don't think the changes to the plot quite worked. It's based out of the Appendices of The Lord of the Rings, specifically the history of Rohan. In the book, the plot is touched off when the corrupt Lord Freca demands that King Helm's daughter Hera marry Freca's son Wulf. Helm takes exception to this and ends up killing Freca. His son Wulf swears vengeance, gathers an army from Rohan's enemies, and sets out to seize the crown for himself. In the book, Helm's sons are killed, and Helm himself dies in the defense of the Hornburg (which later becomes known as Helm's Deep), but his nephew Frealof gathers an army, kills Wulf, and becomes the new king of Rohan.   That would have been perfectly good for the plot, but as we mentioned above, I think the screenwriters decided they wanted to write about a Strong Female Character, so they massively expanded Hera's part and made her the protagonist. The problem with this as an adaptation is that Hera is only mentioned once in the book, so the script has to make up a lot of extra stuff to justify Hera's presence, which always weakens an adaptation of a book. This version of Hera would have been in danger of becoming a stereotypical #girlboss character, but she acts more like a Japanese anime protagonist, which does work better in this sort of movie than an Americanized Strong Female Character.   So, in the end, not a bad movie, but I think it would have worked better if they had stuck closer to the original plot in the book. Overall Grade: B-   Next up is Golden Era, which came out in 2022. This is a documentary about the making of the classic Nintendo 64 game Goldeneye and the company behind it. Until I watched this, I never knew that Rare, the company that made Goldeneye, was based in the UK.   I admit I really didn't play Goldeneye back in the ‘90s and early ‘00s. I did a few times at various social events, but I never really got into it since I didn't own a game console from 1998 to 2019. Nonetheless, Goldeneye was a very influential game that left its mark on all first-person shooter games since. The documentary interviews most of the people who were involved in the making of Goldeneye, and it was fascinating to see how they more or less accidentally created a genre-defining game.   If you enjoyed Goldeneye or are interested in video game history at all, the documentary is worth watching. After many years of official unavailability, Goldeneye is now available on Nintendo Switch and Xbox, so I may have to give it a try. Overall grade: B     Next up is Wonka, which came out in 2023. I didn't really intend to watch this, but it was on in the background while I was playing Starfield…and Starfield has a lot of loading screens. This movie wasn't made for me, not even remotely, but I thought it was a competently executed example of a movie musical.   Anyway, the plot revolves around a young Willy Wonka coming to a city that seems like a weird hybrid between Paris and New York. Wonka sets out to start selling his innovative chocolates, but soon runs into stiff opposition from the corrupt local candy industry, the corrupt local police chief, and his equally corrupt landlady, who has somehow transitioned from hospitality to luring people into debt slavery. Wonka makes allies from his fellow indentured workers, and soon he is conducting local chocolate manufacturing like a heist.   Like I said, this really wasn't made for me, and I'm sure people who actually like musicals would have many more detailed opinions. But this had some genuinely funny bits. Hugh Grant as an Oompa Loompa was hilarious, and so was Rowan Atkinson as a corrupt bishop. The best line: “Judgment has come…in a most unexpected form!” Overall grade: B     Next up is Man on the Inside, which came out in 2024, and this is a Netflix comedy series from Mike Schur, who created Parks and Recreation, The Good Place and Brooklyn 99. To describe this show, think of a meditation about accepting the inevitability of aging and death through Schur's comedic style, and you'll be there.   Anyway, Ted Danson stars as a recently widowed retired professor of engineering named Charles. His daughter is worried that he's not handling things well and becoming too isolated, so suggests that he find a hobby. Charles answers a classified ad for an “older man who can use technology” and finds himself recruited by a private investigator named Julie. Julie's company has been hired to find a thief within a retirement home, and Julie is about 35 years too young to convincingly infiltrate a retirement home. Hence, Charles pretends to be a new resident, and finds himself befriending the residents he is supposed to investigate. All the while, he tries to deal with the remaining grief from his wife's death, which he never got around to processing in the moment.   In my opinion, The Good Place and Brooklyn 99 both kind of fell apart in their final seasons, but Man on the Inside avoids that in its final episodes, providing good resolution to both the conflict and the emotional stakes. I thought it was both bittersweet and quite funny, and I approve that there's going to be a 2nd season. Overall grade: B   Next up is Minted, which came out in 2023, and this was an interesting documentary about the rise in the fall of the NFT, which in the early 2020s we were assured was going to be the next big thing, but it just turned out to be yet another scam.   The documentary follows an interesting course, first explaining what an NFT is, and then interviewing artists who made life-changing money from minting their early NFTS. But then the speculators arrived, and followed swiftly by the scammers. As of 2025, of course, NFTs are quite worthless, like so many much-vaunted Web 3.0 style technologies.   I think the documentary's biggest weakness was assuming that NFT technology was around to stay and would find a use that would help artists. I agree that it's around to stay, but I don't think it adds value to anything at all. Nevertheless, an interesting look into the NFT fad and the impact it had on artists. Overall grade: B     Next up is Gladiator 2, which came out in 2024. This is basically the same movie as the original Gladiator, just reshuffled a bit and with twenty years of improved technology. The main character Hanno is a soldier in an African city that rebels against Rome. After the rebellion is inevitably crushed, he is taken as a slave and ends up as a gladiator in Rome, determined to take his vengeance on the Roman general who ordered the death of his wife. However, the general was only carrying out the orders of the insane twin emperors Geta and Caracalla. For that matter, Hanno's owner, the charming and affable Macrinus, has his own agenda. As Hanno seeks revenge, he finds himself drawn into the deadly game of imperial politics and must confront the secrets of his own past.   The movie is only very vaguely accurate in terms of history, but it does a good job of capturing the corruption and decadence of the Roman Empire at that time. The empire was in very bad shape, and in fact was only a few years from what historians call the Crisis of the Third Century, a fifty year period of continual civil war, assassination, usurpation, and economic meltdown that resulted in the empire breaking into three separate states for about fifteen years. Everyone knows that the Roman Empire fell in 476 AD, but it very nearly didn't make it even to 300 AD. So the ending of Gladiator 2 is a total fantasy, like one of those alt-history books where the Roman Empire ends up conquering the Americas or expanding into outer space.   That said, I enjoyed the movie. Denzel Washington, Pedro Pascal, and Connie Nielsen in particular gave very good performances, with Denzel Washington's Macrinus as the standout. Overall grade: B Next up is High Sierra, which came out in 1941, and this is 1940s true crime grimdark. A common misconception is that black and white films are generally more sanitized and saccharine than modern fare. This definitely isn't true – there wasn't any gratuitous violence and nudity in ‘40s movies, but some of them were very cynical and dark. High Sierra definitely falls into that category. Humphrey Bogart plays Roy Earle, a bank robber currently in Indiana state prison. His former boss Big Mac arranges a pardon for him, and brings him out to California for one last big job.   Unfortunately, the other people on Earle's crew are idiots, and he has a growing sense of impending disaster. Additionally, Earle gets emotionally entangled with two women – Velma, a sick woman from his hometown, and Marie, a woman inured to the lifestyle of criminals. As Earle prepares for the job and attempts to deal with the two women, things get more and more complicated. Definitely on the darker side as I mentioned, but well worth watching, both as a historical artifact and a crime story in its own right. Overall grade: B+   Next is Star Trek: Lower Decks Season 5, which came out in 2024. Lower Decks is an example of a parody of a thing that is so good that it sort of loops around the horseshoe and becomes a good example of the thing it is parodying. Season 5 is the undeserved end to the very funny Lower Decks series. Paramount really, really wants to get purchased by Skydance, and that's probably going to happen in 2025, so there's a lot of clearing the decks at Paramount, and I expect Lower Decks was one of the casualties.   Then again, our protagonists are no longer lower deckers but junior officers, so perhaps it was a natural place to end the show. So Lower Decks went out pretty strong with a collection of funny and good episodes. All the characters experienced plot arcs and development. The lower deckers matured from the callow ensigns they were in Season 1, and the senior officers likewise experienced character growth and development. (I liked Commander Ransom's triumphant battle cry of “high intensity interval training!”)   I'd say the only weakness is that the show ended with multiverse stuff, and I don't like multiverse stuff in general. Still, the show made a compelling argument for the multiverse as a concept, and the multiverse plot did give an excuse to bring back various Trek actors for speaking parts. And, to be fair, Star Trek has been doing multiverse stuff long, long before the Marvel movies ran the concept into the ground – Captain Kirk was dealing with alternate universe stuff back in the 1960s.   The last episode was a satisfactory conclusion to the series. Lower Decks might be over, but once the Skydance acquisition settles down, maybe the character will return in a new show called Junior Officers? One can hope! Overall grade: B+   Next up is the Frasier reboot Season 2, which also came out in 2024. I liked this about as much as I liked Season 1, which is to say I enjoyed it and found it funny. Frasier's and his son Frederick's relationship seems to have reached equilibrium, so the season spent more time on more 1940s style screwball comedy, which is not a bad thing. Some of the best comedy remains the conflicts between Frasier and Frederick, which is of course an echo of Frasier's own conflicts with his father back in the original show in the 1990s.   I think the best episode was the return of Frasier's scheming, Machiavellian agent Bebe and her daughter Phoebe, who did not exactly fall far from the maternal apple tree. The 10-episode format for the season does seem rather cramped compared to the 20-ish episodes per season of the original show, but that was a different era.   Frasier remains, as one of the characters said in the previous season, the same well-meaning buffoon who goes “that extra, ill-advised mile.” I hope we get a Season 3, but with the shakeups we mentioned at Paramount, that seems unlikely. Overall grade: A-     Finally, let's close with the three best things I saw in Winter 2024/2025.   The first of my favorite three is Saturday Night, which came out in 2024. This is a biopic about the chaotic first night of Saturday Night Live back in the 1970s. Quite hilarious in a vicious sort of way, and (from what I understand) it accurately captures the sheer chaos of live TV. Of course, the chaos surrounding SNL is probably a bit higher than usual for standard live television.   After I watched it, I looked it up, and it seems the movie compresses about three months' worth of events into the hour and a half before the launch of the very first episode. What's amusing is that the more outlandish an event in the movie was, the more likely it was to have actually happened in the leadup to the show's launch. It was the mundane stuff that was made up, not the crazy stuff.   JK Simmons was hilarious as Milton Berle. Nowadays, SNL is an Institution, so it was amusing to see it back when everyone thought it was a bad idea that would fail catastrophically. The movie convincingly captured the “look” of the 1970s – all the characters looked like they were made of nicotine, cholesterol, and cocaine, and in some instances, a lot of cocaine. That stuff is bad for you, as several SNL stars later found out to their sorrow.   It really shows the randomness of history – watching the creation of SNL, you wouldn't expect it to have lasting cultural impact, but it did. Overall grade: A The second of my three favorite things I saw was The Thin Man, which came out in 1934. This is based on a novel by Dashiel Hammett (most famous for writing The Maltese Falcon), and was made pre-Hays Code, so the female lead tended to wear outfits that show off a bit more skin than you would otherwise expect in a 1930s movie. Interestingly, The Thin Man is a fusion of a noir detective movie and a screwball comedy, not two genres that are usually connected, and somehow it all works.   Anyway, the movie centers around detective Nick and his wife Nora, who have returned to New York after a four-year sojourn to California. Nick used to be a private detective, but then he married the wealthy Nora, and wanted to retire to a life of ease and parties with a lot of alcohol. Except everyone in New York assumes that Nick isn't retired and is back on the case, and so he gets dragged into the disappearance of an eccentric factory owner and a string of murders that pop up around it. Of course, Nick isn't as reluctant to come out of retirement as he pretends.   As is often the case in many movies made in the 1930s, many of the rich characters are shown as malicious buffoons, especially the factory owner's ex-wife. Nick and Nora, as the protagonists, are of course exempt from this.   This is considered a classic, and deservedly so – the characters are sharply drawn, the dialogue is good, the performances are excellent, the movie manages to portray a fairly complex plot in 90 minutes. You'll want to watch it with the captions on, of course, because while human nature may not have changed in the ninety years since this movie came out, audio technology has sure improved.   Fun fact: Nick and Nora's dog is named Asta, which is apparently a frequent answer in crossword puzzles due to the double vowels. Overall grade: A   Now, for the third of my three favorite things I saw in Winter 2024/2025, that would be Star Wars: Skeleton Crew, which came out in 2024. This is Star Wars meets The Goonies meets Pirates of the Caribbean, and despite that very odd combination of influences, the show was really quite good. The show opens on the idyllic planet of At Attin, which looks like an idealized version of 1980s suburbia filtered through Star Wars. Everyone on the planet has the same job – contributing to the Great Work (whatever that is). Since our four protagonists are kids, they don't pay much attention to that or the concerns of the adults. When one of the children discovers a derelict spaceship in the woods, they accidentally activate it and fly off-planet.   This is a problem because At Attin is protected by a Barrier that doesn't allow travel, and the galaxy is a dangerous place with a lot of pirate gangs roaming around looking for prey. However, the children fall in with Jod, who claims to be a Jedi who will help the kids get back to their home. Everyone they meet warns them that Jod is a con artist and not to be trusted, but he demonstrates Force powers again and again (which would seem to support his claim that he's a Jedi). And the kids' home of At Attin has a mysterious secret, one that Jod desperately wants to claim for himself.   This is very entertaining all the way through. Star Wars really works best as a kids' adventure show (in my opinion), though I'm still looking forward to the second season of Andor, which is Star Wars crossed with a John le Carre spy thriller. Overall grade: A     So that is it for this week. Thank you for listening to The Pulp Writer Show. I hope you found the show useful. A reminder that you can listen to all the back episodes on https://thepulpwritershow.com. If you enjoyed the podcast, please leave your review on your podcasting platform of choice. Stay safe and stay healthy and see you all next week.

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Mike and Steve praised Saints legendary DE Cam Jordan for earning the Bart Starr Man of the Year Award. The guys also listened to Mike's interview with Jordan.

Skeleton Crew has sadly come to an end, and so we gather in the cantina to discuss the spectacular finale and bid farewell to an ensemble of truly standout Star Wars characters. 

Send us a textWelcome to our first Motivation Monday episode on the Pivot to Prosper podcast! This week, we're diving into a powerful quote from the legendary Steve Jobs:"The only way to do great work is to love what you do."In this short but impactful episode, I'll guide you through practical steps to connect more deeply with your work or life's current focus so you can excel with joy and passion.Key TakeawaysReflect on What You Love:Take a moment to write down three things you genuinely enjoy about your work or your current life focus. This practice helps you reconnect with what inspires and excites you.Enhance One Area:Choose one of those aspects to elevate this week. Maybe it's improving a skill you already love using or dedicating extra energy to a project that lights you up.Incorporate Passion:If you're struggling to identify what you love, spend 15 minutes brainstorming ways to bring your passions into your daily routine. Whether it's a small creative tweak or a bigger commitment, infusing joy into your work is transformative.Your Action StepThis week, pick one of the three application tips to focus on and take deliberate action. Keep it simple and achievable!Final ThoughtWhen we align our work with what we love, greatness follows naturally. Join me in embracing this principle, and let's make it a week of inspired, meaningful progress.Connect with MeIf this episode resonated with you, I'd love to hear about it! Share your favorite takeaway on social media or leave a comment. And don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a Motivation Monday or any of our other life-changing episodes.Take advantage of these:1) Free Resources (including my 5 Tips to Pivoting)2) Free Facebook Group ("Keith Brown Coaching")3) 1-1 Coaching to help You Pivot in any area of life.Support the showAdditional Links: Digital Products-"Towardations" Flash Cards & Digital CoursesAuthor- Keith's BooksDisclaimers: I am not a licensed therapist nor medical professional and do not diagnose. Also, the views expressed on this podcast are either those of myself or my guests and should be consider as such. The views expressed by the guest may or may not reflect my own. This podcast is for information only.Music by Zakhar Valaha from Pixabay

Having read Klaus Schwab's new book Fourth Industrial Revolution, I will bring you the new installment of the elite books series.  We will look at what Klaus says Davos has planned, the continuity across spheres, the layers, the use of crises, the new economy, and other so called fantastical ideas of the Great Work that are glibly discussed at the elite level (that you cannot!).Send Superchats at any time here: https://streamlabs.com/jaydyer/tip Get started with Bitcoin here: https://www.swanbitcoin.com/jaydyer/ The New Philosophy Course is here: https://marketplace.autonomyagora.com/philosophy101 Set up recurring Choq subscription with the discount code JAY44LIFE for 44% off now https://choq.com Lore coffee is here: https://www.patristicfaith.com/coffee/ Orders for the Red Book are here: https://jaysanalysis.com/product/the-red-book-essays-on-theology-philosophy-new-jay-dyer-book/ Subscribe to my site here: https://jaysanalysis.com/membership-account/membership-levels/ Follow me on R0kfin here: https://rokfin.com/jaydyerBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/jay-sanalysis--1423846/support.

What will become of our heroes now that The Great Work has been complete?JOIN OUR DISCORDCheck out the CAUSES WE SUPPORT to get involved and donate!Help support the show by visiting our Patreon and find even more content on our Website!Tracklist and Creative Commons Attribution Can Be Viewed HEREIntro/Outro Music “Jotunheim (Chiptune Version)” Courtesy of Rush CoilOriginal Composition by Serpent Sound StudiosSound Effects Courtesy of SyrinscapeAdditional Music Courtesy of:Larian Studios: Creators of the Divinity Series WEBSITEThe Game Kitchen: Creators of Blasphemous 1 & 2 : Music by Carlos ViolaWEBSITE / BANDCAMPCD Projekt Red: Creators of the Witcher series WEBSITE / USE POLICYOwlcat Games: Creators of Pathfinder: Kingmaker and Wrath of the Righteous WEBSITE

What will become of our heroes now that The Great Work has been complete?JOIN OUR DISCORDCheck out the CAUSES WE SUPPORT to get involved and donate!Help support the show by visiting our Patreon and find even more content on our Website!Tracklist and Creative Commons Attribution Can Be Viewed HEREIntro/Outro Music “Jotunheim (Chiptune Version)” Courtesy of Rush CoilOriginal Composition by Serpent Sound StudiosSound Effects Courtesy of SyrinscapeAdditional Music Courtesy of:Larian Studios: Creators of the Divinity Series WEBSITEThe Game Kitchen: Creators of Blasphemous 1 & 2 : Music by Carlos ViolaWEBSITE / BANDCAMPCD Projekt Red: Creators of the Witcher series WEBSITE / USE POLICYOwlcat Games: Creators of Pathfinder: Kingmaker and Wrath of the Righteous WEBSITE

In the second episode of The Fenris Wolf Podcast, Carl Abrahamsson explores the evolution of contemporary occultism and the relationship between artistic creation and magic. He reflects on how historical occult practices were structured and hierarchical, contrasting them with the more fluid and individualistic approaches seen today. Abrahamsson notes that current societal chaos and instability have led to the rise of personal practices that blend various traditions, emphasizing adaptability and individual empowerment. He discusses the importance of collective action and personal development, suggesting that true change comes from individuals working on themselves as part of a larger interconnected web of transformation. He introduces the idea that the "Great Work" involves each person recognizing their role in the collective, working not in isolation but as part of a greater pattern. Abrahamsson emphasizes the transformative power of artistic creation as a form of practical alchemy, arguing that art can facilitate profound personal and societal change. He shares a story about a mentee who found healing through creating music, illustrating how artistic expression can encode intentions and emotions that resonate on a collective level. He encourages listeners to integrate artistic practices into their magical work as a way to harness this transformative potential. Ultimately, he posits that the merging of magic and art is key to navigating the challenges of modern life. LINKS OF RELEVANCE CONTACT/SOURCE MAGIC MENTORSHIP: carl AT carlabrahamsson DOT com NEWSLETTER: https://thefenriswolf.substack.com THE FENRIS WOLF @ AMAZON: https://amzn.to/3AUS9iM CARL ABRAHAMSSON @ AMAZON: https://amzn.to/3CyEu1d PUBLISHER: https://www.trapart.net PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/vanessa23carl PERSONAL: https://www.carlabrahamsson.com MAGIC: http://www.societyofsentience.org VANESSA SINCLAIR: https://www.drvanessasinclair.net RENDERING UNCONSCIOUS PODCAST: http://www.renderingunconscious.org

Meet part of the Come Back team and learn how working on the podcast has strengthened our faith in the Lord Jesus Christ. Season 2 Finale and Merry Christmas! Come Back Team: Director, Founder & Host: Ashly Stone Producer and Senior Editor: Lauren Rose Outreach Manager: Jenna Carlson Editor: Michelle Berger Art Director: Jeremy Garcia Episode sponsor: Serve Clothing https://serveclothing.com/?gad_source=1

On today's episode of the Occult Symbolism and Pop Culture with Isaac Weishaupt podcast I'll share a 2020 BONUS episode for the first time ever! This was originally posted in August 2020 on the supporter feeds; but due to overwhelming interest I'm dropping it on the free feed for everyone to get some insight into the hysteria about the New Jersey Drones and claims of Project Blue Beam.Project Blue Beam is an alleged program to bring about a New World Order Antichrist through a false alien invasion. A journalist named Serge Monast wrote about this in 1994 and woke up dead just two years later. The plans he described used NASA to help create a Luciferian world of an alien evolution- based upon findings we'll get in 2025 and Arthur C Clarke's Space Odyssey book series. There's also claims to Werner Von Braun's death bed statements about manipulating the masses (from his close associate Carol Rosin) and it fits nicely into the Project Blue Beam plan which we've been psychologically prepared for through entertainment. There's Theosophical considerations with the Maitreya as well as Traditionalism plans to incorporate a fascist plan for humanity and the technological advancements like Elon Musk's Neurolink. Is this the Great Work of the Illuminati and is a fear based reaction to beings from other dimensions being used to control us through fear? I'll break it all down on today's episode originally published in 2020 to supporter feeds!Here's the original show synopsis (*note that I reference my first alien book- which has obviously already released in 2020 and you can pick up copies on Amazon, Audible or https://gumroad.com/isaacw for signed copies):In the full show we'll break down the entire Project Blue Beam directly from the source material written by Serge Monast! This is one of the chapters in my USE YOUR ILLUSION I book that will drop in September! We'll go through the four steps of the process for ushering in the new world order and the religion of the antichrist!!I'll be spending some time trying to consider all sides of the alien/UFO/UAP debate in the coming shows because there are a variety of perspectives to consider. This is a good revisit for this specific topic as a way of trying to understand what our future looks like.Links:My alien book featured on Coast to Coast AM: "Aliens, UFOs and the Occult: Use Your Illusion" (two books- Part 1 and 2):Amazon: https://a.co/d/fJSmZZtAudible https://www.audible.com/pd/Aliens-UFOs-the-Occult-Use-Your-Illusion-I-Audiobook/B08NRXFNDM?source_code=ASSGB149080119000H&share_location=pdpSigned paperbacks: https://gumroad.com/isaacwPatreon 80% off discount code is "DIDDY"- now expires Dec 25th 2024: Patreon.com/IlluminatiWatcher (*applies to current non-members and is only for the MONTHLY Tier 1 or Tier 2)Show sponsors- Get discounts while you support the show and do a little self improvement!*CopyMyCrypto.com/Isaac is where you can copy James McMahon's crypto holdings- listeners get access for just $1 WANT MORE?... Check out my UNCENSORED show with my wife, Breaking Social Norms: https://breakingsocialnorms.com/GRIFTER ALLEY- get bonus content AND go commercial free + other perks:*PATREON.com/IlluminatiWatcher : ad free, HUNDREDS of bonus shows, early access AND TWO OF MY BOOKS! (The Dark Path and Kubrick's Code); you can join the conversations with hundreds of other show supporters here: Patreon.com/IlluminatiWatcher (*Patreon is also NOW enabled to connect with Spotify! https://rb.gy/hcq13)*VIP SECTION: Due to the threat of censorship, I set up a Patreon-type system through MY OWN website! IIt's even setup the same: FREE ebooks, Kubrick's Code video! Sign up at: https://illuminatiwatcher.com/members-section/*APPLE PREMIUM: If you're on the Apple Podcasts app- just click the Premium button and you're in! NO more ads, Early Access, EVERY BONUS EPISODE More from Isaac- links and special offers:*BREAKING SOCIAL NORMS podcast, Index of EVERY episode (back to 2014), Signed paperbacks, shirts, & other merch, Substack, YouTube links & more: https://allmylinks.com/isaacw *STATEMENT: This show is full of Isaac's useless opinions and presented for entertainment purposes. Audio clips used in Fair Use and taken from YouTube videos.   

Jod Na Nawood and the children make their escape from Port Borgo and look for assistance in finding At Attin in another action packed episode of Skeleton Crew.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Our initial non-spoiler thoughts on this episode and the show in general, The meeting of the parents and their reaction to the safety droid bringing news from the Supervisor, Who or what is the Supervisor and what is “The Great Work,” More mystery around Jod Na Nawood, Who is Crimson Jack? Jod's “friend” that may stab them in the back, Kh'ymm, More on the mystery of At Attin, Escaping from the X-Wings, and The music of Skeleton Crew by Mick Giacinno. For more discussion of Skeleton Crew, check out episodes 817 and 818.   Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram.   Join us for real time discussion on the RetroZap Discord Server here: RetroZap Discord. Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

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