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Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells host there 200th episode this week on Intentionally Blank! This week they are back at Ice Cream blind tasting to celebrate one of there favorite episodes they have done. From confusing creams and maybe even naming the podcast, all that and more on this week of Intentionally Blank!Want to send me something to open?Dragonsteel EntertainmentATTN: AdamP.O Box 698American Fork, UT 84003Stay up to date by following my newsletter: https://brandonsanderson.us10.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=7d056bb7596a3e617f82004b2&id=fa68f14db0Interested in signed books and swag? Check here: https://www.dragonsteelbooks.com/You can also follow me on:Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@authorbrandonsandersonFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrandSandersonTwitter: https://twitter.com/BrandSandersonInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandsanderson/?hl=enTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/mistbornbrandonFrequently asked questions: https://faq.brandonsanderson

You're Not Coaching—You're Just Talking at PeopleIn this next installment of the Eight Traits series, we dive into one of the most misunderstood (and underused) leadership skills: Coaching.Everyone thinks they're coaching because they give feedback or advice. But real coaching? It's about helping people think better, not just telling them what to do.If you want a team of independent thinkers—not task rabbits—this one's a must.Grab my free impact coaching framework ebook.Grab a copy of my books, Capitalizing Your Technology and  The Tech Executive Operating System.Subscribe to the best newsletter for tech executives.For any questions or comments, reach out to me directly: aviv@avivbenyosef.com

Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells are back once again with a new Intentionally Blank! The two reminiscence over the sickness that caught them both and how the company retreat to hawaii had high highs and some interesting lows. Want to send me something to open?Dragonsteel EntertainmentATTN: AdamP.O Box 698American Fork, UT 84003Stay up to date by following my newsletter: https://brandonsanderson.us10.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=7d056bb7596a3e617f82004b2&id=fa68f14db0Interested in signed books and swag? Check here: https://www.dragonsteelbooks.com/You can also follow me on:Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@authorbrandonsandersonFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrandSandersonTwitter: https://twitter.com/BrandSandersonInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandsanderson/?hl=enTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/mistbornbrandonFrequently asked questions: https://faq.brandonsanderson

Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells are back answering some of the questions you left in Youtube comment sections! From wondering who would make a fun coffee date from the Wheel of Time series, too why Brandon writes the way he does, there is plenty to find on this week of Intentionally Blank. Want to send me something to open?Dragonsteel EntertainmentATTN: AdamP.O Box 698American Fork, UT 84003Stay up to date by following my newsletter: https://brandonsanderson.us10.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=7d056bb7596a3e617f82004b2&id=fa68f14db0Interested in signed books and swag? Check here: https://www.dragonsteelbooks.com/You can also follow me on:Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@authorbrandonsandersonFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrandSandersonTwitter: https://twitter.com/BrandSandersonInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandsanderson/?hl=enTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/mistbornbrandonFrequently asked questions: https://faq.brandonsanderson 

Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells talk about what apocalypse could ACTUALLY end the human race. From talking about zombies, alien invasions, and planet ending meteors, catch there words before the end could...maybe? Come for us all!Want to send me something to open?Dragonsteel EntertainmentATTN: AdamP.O Box 698American Fork, UT 84003Stay up to date by following my newsletter: https://brandonsanderson.us10.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=7d056bb7596a3e617f82004b2&id=fa68f14db0Interested in signed books and swag? Check here: https://www.dragonsteelbooks.com/You can also follow me on:Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@authorbrandonsandersonFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrandSandersonTwitter: https://twitter.com/BrandSandersonInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandsanderson/?hl=enTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/mistbornbrandonFrequently asked questions: https://faq.brandonsanderson 

Brandon Sanderson along with Dan Wells talk about the upcoming Magic the Gathering set featuring Final Fantasy with many of the iconic characters within it. Along with that, they cover the rest of the spoilers that came out over the last few weeks and what they look forward too!Want to send me something to open?Dragonsteel EntertainmentATTN: AdamP.O Box 698American Fork, UT 84003Stay up to date by following my newsletter: https://brandonsanderson.us10.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=7d056bb7596a3e617f82004b2&id=fa68f14db0Interested in signed books and swag? Check here: https://www.dragonsteelbooks.com/You can also follow me on:Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@authorbrandonsandersonFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrandSandersonTwitter: https://twitter.com/BrandSandersonInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandsanderson/?hl=enTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/mistbornbrandonFrequently asked questions: https://faq.brandonsanderson 

Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells come together once again on Intentionally Blank to find out what some of the best animated features are! From Titan A.E to The Secret of Nimh, join us in determining what deserves to hold the coveted S rank. Want to send me something to open?Dragonsteel EntertainmentATTN: AdamP.O Box 698American Fork, UT 84003Stay up to date by following my newsletter: https://brandonsanderson.us10.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=7d056bb7596a3e617f82004b2&id=fa68f14db0Interested in signed books and swag? Check here: https://www.dragonsteelbooks.com/You can also follow me on:Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@authorbrandonsandersonFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrandSandersonTwitter: https://twitter.com/BrandSandersonInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandsanderson/?hl=enTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/mistbornbrandonFrequently asked questions: https://faq.brandonsanderson.com/Chapters (0:00) - Another Paid Unpaid Intern Episode...(2:56) - Titan A.E. (5:17) - Ice Age Franchise (8:33) - The Iron Giant(10:29) - The Princess of Mars Problem (12:01) - Road to El Dorado (12:34) - Prince of Egypt(14:05) - Original Animated Transformer Movie (15:31) - G.I.Joe Animated Movie (18:29) - The Bee Movie(22:47) - How to Train Your Dragon (27:23) - The Secret of Nimh(29:08) - Rapid Fire Opinions

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Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells sit down once again to continue the talk of gaming's history and there place inside of it! Want to send me something to open?Dragonsteel EntertainmentATTN: AdamP.O Box 698American Fork, UT 84003Stay up to date by following my newsletter: https://www.brandonsanderson.com/tag/newsletter/#footerInterested in signed books and swag? Check here: https://www.dragonsteelbooks.com/You can also follow me on:Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@authorbrandonsandersonFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrandSandersonTwitter: https://twitter.com/BrandSandersonInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandsanderson/?hl=enTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/mistbornbrandonFrequently asked questions: https://faq.brandonsanderson.com/

Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells sit down and talk about there favorite games back when it all was done in an arcade! Along with that, they talk about the Nolan movies and the puzzle box like formulae they often have. Want to send me something to open?Dragonsteel EntertainmentATTN: AdamP.O Box 698American Fork, UT 84003Stay up to date by following my newsletter: https://www.brandonsanderson.com/tag/newsletter/#footerInterested in signed books and swag? Check here: https://www.dragonsteelbooks.com/You can also follow me on:Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@authorbrandonsandersonFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrandSandersonTwitter: https://twitter.com/BrandSandersonInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandsanderson/?hl=enTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/mistbornbrandonFrequently asked questions: https://faq.brandonsanderson.com/

Just Talking is a time for open conversation about the things that are most important to us that we don't usually discuss.  Politics, Religion, Spirituality and Personal Growth discussed in a healthy, open environment.     Link to story https://vocal.media/futurism/quite-bz1lt0bfp www.nextstepcoaching.mysite.com.  

Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells come together today on Intentionally Blank to talk about what they still have to do on there bucket lists. From getting a Magic the Gathering Card changed forever, to seeing the great wonders of the world, see what's left to do this week on Intentionally Blank! Want to send me something to open?Dragonsteel EntertainmentATTN: AdamP.O Box 698American Fork, UT 84003Stay up to date by following my newsletter: https://www.brandonsanderson.com/tag/newsletter/#footerInterested in signed books and swag? Check here: https://www.dragonsteelbooks.com/You can also follow me on:Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@authorbrandonsandersonFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrandSandersonTwitter: https://twitter.com/BrandSandersonInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandsanderson/?hl=enTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/mistbornbrandonFrequently asked questions: https://faq.brandonsanderson.com/(0:00) - Dan sang in Carnegie hall?(2:09) - The Manhattan Cuisine(3:47) - Brandon's Personal Hell (4:52) - Brandon's Number 1 Bucket List Item(5:56) - A Traveling Interruption (7:25) - Jeff the Chef(7:55) - Back to the Magic Bucket List (10:10) - Dan's AP English Question (12:19) - The Awards We'd Wanna Win(14:37) - Oh the Places We Want to Go(16:57) - Adventure Destinations (17:57) - Big Old Big Tour (19:14) - Movie / Gaming To Do's(19:43) - Movie Talk (20:36) - Media Properties We'd Want to be Apart of(24:18) - Space Tourism(26:44) - What 7th Wonder Would You Visit?(29:00) - Where Do You Have a Second House? (33:57) - The Bucket Is Already Pretty Full

Daddy Sanderson and father Wells sit down to give the youthful folk of the world some good old "dad" advice. Between College, the housing market, and relationships, there is a little bit of advice for everyone on this episode of Intentionally BlankWant to send me something to open?Dragonsteel EntertainmentATTN: AdamP.O Box 698American Fork, UT 84003Stay up to date by following my newsletter: https://www.brandonsanderson.com/tag/newsletter/#footerInterested in signed books and swag? Check here: https://www.dragonsteelbooks.com/You can also follow me on:Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@authorbrandonsandersonFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrandSandersonTwitter: https://twitter.com/BrandSandersonInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandsanderson/?hl=enTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/mistbornbrandonFrequently asked questions: https://faq.brandonsanderson.com/(0:00) - Intro(0:57) - Lobster Heist (4:23) - Dad Qualifications (5:55) - Off The Cuff Advice(7:19) - College Majors (9:35) - Stress about School (11:35) - The New Financial Stresses(13:15) - The Housing Market  (15:00) - Navigating College Even Now (17:05) - Hope in the Future (19:35) - The "Death" of Publishing (21:23) - Why did you choose "Mom"?(26:35) - Marrying your best friend(28:50) - How do you know your successful?(35:20) - Find a job you love...

Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells sit down to chat about the world of book publishing and the many holes and roads that it leads to. Along the way, they chat about "The Penguion's," some of their crazy signing stories, and the Film Industries looming big issues. Pre-Order Store for Words of Radiance BackerKit Campaign: https://words-of-radiance-leatherbound.backerkit.com/hosted_preorders?ref=IB424Want to send me something to open?Dragonsteel EntertainmentATTN: AdamP.O Box 698American Fork, UT 84003Stay up to date by following my newsletter: https://www.brandonsanderson.com/tag/newsletter/#footerInterested in signed books and swag? Check here: https://www.dragonsteelbooks.com/You can also follow me on:Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@authorbrandonsandersonFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrandSandersonTwitter: https://twitter.com/BrandSandersonInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandsanderson/?hl=enTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/mistbornbrandonFrequently asked questions: https://faq.brandonsanderson.com/Chapters(0:00) - "The Penguino's"(4:30) - A Commitment to Continuity (5:40) - Chatting Book Publicity (6:25) - Brandon's First Book Signing(8:23) - Publicist Wheelhouse (10:26) - Habatiual Issues with Book Publishing(13:43) - Book Publishing is Odd(15:36) - The Economics of it All(17:50) - The Foolishness of Cleaning House(20:20) - Falling into Obsecurity(23:55) - The Midlist (25:45) - Greasing the Wheels with Money(28:40) - Publicity's Constant Struggle(31:36) - The Film Industry Issues

Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells sit down to talk about the timeless classics of old 80 action movies. Along with it, we have pretzel monsters, why some movie genres die, and plenty more!Pre-Order Store for Words of Radiance BackerKit Campaign: https://words-of-radiance-leatherbound.backerkit.com/hosted_preorders?ref=IB403Want to send me something to open?Dragonsteel EntertainmentATTN: AdamP.O Box 698American Fork, UT 84003Stay up to date by following my newsletter: https://www.brandonsanderson.com/tag/newsletter/#footerInterested in signed books and swag? Check here: https://www.dragonsteelbooks.com/You can also follow me on:Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@authorbrandonsandersonFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrandSandersonTwitter: https://twitter.com/BrandSandersonInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandsanderson/?hl=enTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/mistbornbrandonFrequently asked questions: https://faq.brandonsanderson.com/Chapters(0:00) - Food Theft (6:21) - Cheesy 80 Action Movies(8:04) - Pretzel Monster Interruption (8:37) - Back to the "Action"(25:56) - What Kills Movie Styles(29:47) - Can they return?

Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells discuss the future of storytelling post-superhero boom. Reflecting on past trends and predicting the next tentpole blockbusters.Check out Dragonsteel's recent BackerKit campaign for the Words of Radiance leather bound here: https://www.backerkit.com/c/projects/dragonsteel/words-of-radiance-leatherbound?ref=IB327Want to send me something to open?Dragonsteel EntertainmentATTN: AdamP.O Box 698American Fork, UT 84003Stay up to date by following my newsletter: https://www.brandonsanderson.com/tag/newsletter/#footerInterested in signed books and swag? Check here: https://www.dragonsteelbooks.com/You can also follow me on:Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@authorbrandonsandersonFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrandSandersonTwitter: https://twitter.com/BrandSandersonInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandsanderson/?hl=enTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/mistbornbrandonFrequently asked questions: https://faq.brandonsanderson.com/

This week on Intentionally Blank, Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells are treated to some wonderfully fresh baked bread (and some less than fresh) as they are joined by Brandon's Father! Along with chatting bread, they discuss their own parents and what they are like, along with their own pasts. (0:00) - Introducing "The Baker"(2:20) - The First Bread(4:25) - Parent Talk(8:35) - The Second Bread(11:10) - The Third Bread(14:00 - The Fourth Bread(17:30) - The Bakers Past (21:52) - Gifts To Us(24:15) - Where We Grew Up (31:40) - Reminiscing About the Past(32:50) - School TalkWant to send me something to open?Dragonsteel EntertainmentATTN: AdamP.O Box 698American Fork, UT 84003Stay up to date by following my newsletter: https://www.brandonsanderson.com/tag/newsletter/#footerInterested in signed books and swag? Check here: https://www.dragonsteelbooks.com/You can also follow me on:Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@authorbrandonsandersonFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrandSandersonTwitter: https://twitter.com/BrandSandersonInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandsanderson/?hl=enTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/mistbornbrandonFrequently asked questions: https://faq.brandonsanderson.com/

"Rapid Fire". Or? "Kicking That Dude From Justified In The Face In His Own Home And Then He Has To Lie To His Wife's Face And Say You're Just Talking". Which title seems less clunky? Anyways, Brandon is over here kicking people a lot. Why? They deserve it. Also, there's more drug conspiracies. Did Crack do this? Is crack the reason for all the drug movies in the 90s? Did you learn from all that crack talk when you were younger? I did! Tune in and listen to us talk about Brandon, Tony Longo, third rails and stick fighting. Then? Talk some trash on our hotline, email us, review us on Apple Podcasts and pick a dang movie for us to cover.

Just TALKING about Ukraine joining NATO encourages Putin to keep fighting, which is exactly what Joe Biden seeks. He only wants the war to end when it will benefit him (surprise!) and his re-election efforts.

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Binge Network CEO Bonnie Bruderer director of the documentary film Influencer joins JUST TALKING to discuss how millennials made millions of dollars with an iPhone. Social media has created a platform where just about anyone can fashion themselves as an influencer—BUT what does a millennial really know? Are they just a cheaper mouthpiece? Advertising is everything! Without advertising a product can die with the snap of a finger. 24-7 constant branding on social media means also being vulnerable to negative criticism, hurtful insults, lack of privacy and the worst of all trending fates—getting fizzled. Having a huge following is great for the brand but can humans process all these opinions? Influencers VS celebrities. Who do you go with? Who do you trust? Have tech companies created a virtual gladiator stadium and we the audience demand drama on the high court—WAIT are we the problem? Feelings not facts. Can an influencer push a brand for the money and simultaneously be guided by their moral compass? Weaponizing social media as a spying tool has been a hot topic this year. TikTok has been in the spotlight over accusations and potentially could be banned in the USA. Maybe TT needs to hire an influencer? Is social media the new cigarette? The government is proposing bills about child safety, addiction, mental health, screen time, etc.. WARNING: the surgeon general has determined that social media is dangerous to your health—BUT what isn't these days? With syndication on 300+ smart TV's there's more than enough content to binge on.  Watch the Influencer on Tubi: https://tubitv.com/movies/705562/influencer

Just Talking Vanessa Forsblad aka ‘thatonecatholicgirl' aspiring Catholic apologist joins JUST TALKING on Good Friday to share the goodness. If religion is a relationship with God does that make your boyfriend a “side piece?” Time to change your profile on Christian Mingle to “praying the field.” At 18 most people have no idea what they want to do with themselves, life goals, etc. Vanessa knew early on there were two things she was passionate about, her faith and eating bean and cheese burritos with her grandmother. Religion has provided structure, tradition and values. She loves teaching and sharing, “because I just see the beauty of having something like that in your life.” Do you have to go to church to be spiritual? Millennials and Gen Z feel out of touch speaking about religion. WHY are people so reluctant to talk about their beliefs? Has technology become a new religion? We're so connected now it should be easier than ever to share your faith. There's been a decline in religious affiliation with Millennials and Gen Z. BUT is there an uprising on the verge? Apologist Vanessa says young people want the structure back, want a supportive community, an authoritative figure who can provide guidance and spiritual answers —— are we asking for an AI Jesus? Follow your moral compass. Use the search engine inside you and if you get no answers, let's just pray on it first. Follow, listen and Pray: https://www.thatonecatholicgirl.com   Strike A Chord Steve Ornest from Total Access Recording Studios joins STRIKE A CHORD to share his story about becoming a world renowned music producer. Lava lamps and keyboard players, it's the recording studio dream. BUT how did young teenage Steve use his Gibson Les Paul guitar skills to pay the bills and get a new dad named Wyn Davis? Steve earned a degree at the Berklee College of Music in NY where there was fierce competition from eager rivals.  He found a new talent arranging and producing songs setting him apart from just being a guitar player. Hard rock and metal forever —— well, until you get a mortgage and family. “It can take 100 hours or more just on one song. It's not just about making it sound good, it's about making you feel something, capturing lightning in a bottle can take time.”  What are Producer Steve's pet peeves? 1st more cowbell — a SNL Blue Oyster Cult sketch reference (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cVsQLlk-T0s). 2nd I want to sound like this artist! This business is a team effort. You have to develop your brand. There's writers, producers, agents, managers, etc.. Let's do YOU and make the best version of what YOU are already doing. Produce that next album at Total Access Recording Studios: https://www.tarecording.com

JUST TALKING Game contributor HenricK The WrecK and Ubisoft Community Development Director, Dan Mitre log into JUST TALKING to smash their video game controllers on the floor frustrated with gaming politics! They're just one life-heart away from the final stage and with 10% energy left can they beat the final boss? In gaming news the U.S. government wants to ban social media giant TikTok because they have concerns over China spying on Americans. Meanwhile Apple Siri, Microsoft Cortana, Google Home and Amazon Echo say— “don't panic, we hear your concerns." The 2023 BAFTA (British Academy Games Awards) are coming up and why should we care? We don't BUT let's press start anyway. Which games do our esteemed panel of gamers nominate? God of War is the Beyonce of awards—multiple nominations but hasn't sealed the deal. Will Elden Ring take home the gold? Totally Turtles dude! It's a sleeper hit on the Nintendo Switch. It's heavy on the cheese but can it deliver the “za” in 30 minutes or less? Voice Acting is getting the recognition it deserves but the competition is tight. Which VO performer takes the trophy in a video game leading role? The best games in 2023 are from 15 years ago! How does the video game industry justify serving stale bread to the fans? Is the nostalgic factor worth the price of entertainment — is there an appetite for these old moldy games? Don't touch it, there are masterpieces in our world that need to be left alone. The Olympic Esports competition will take place in Singapore with games like Just Dance and Tennis Clash while snubbing established tournament franchises like Call of Duty and League of Legends. Gamers say the Olympics are playing it too safe and need to include headshots. Can we uncheck the parental controls—BUT the E in Esports stands for everyone! Even hockey players clean up their act for the Olympic Games! https://www.chriscollinsshow.com/henrick-the-wreck   STRIKE A CHORD Vocalist/guitarist Dan Mitre joins STRIKE A CHORD to discuss his Punk Rock trio band Distortions. Rocking out of Raleigh, North Carolina the band has deep roots in the punk rock scene, the trio quickly established a fan base and position in the music community. Distortions is well known for crazy guitar riffs and an unwavering desire to perform live on stage. Rumor has it, this is how the band survives without food or water—feeding off the communal energy of the crowd. But how did former Bear vs Shark bassist Nick Jones and former Blitzkid drummer Andrew Winter link up with Dan Mitre to form Distortions? Music is medicine for the soul. The trio brings passion and emotion to every track but Mitre admits "you don't really know until you see us live on stage." Their latest EP “Flies” addresses some heavy themes. “We're all battling some form of depression, the demons ripping at our chest but there's hope at the end of the day, we can persevere and we can endure and there is a reason to continue forward.” Community is vital to Distortions. We need to be human. You can't spend every day pretending to be Superman. REACH OUT to people that love you, don't be afraid. That commitment to community also created a record label, Bored to Death Records. Dan's DIY punk rock campaign to offer a platform for independent artists without the pressure and politics of a large music label. Singles or Albums has been an on-going argument on the show BUT which side does Distortions go sideways with? The trio is a force of nature and their latest single “Castaways” is as punk as it gets. We're all just “whimsy hypnosis charming castaways” on punk rock island. Follow, listen and Support: https://distortionsband.com

Writer/Director Ryan Lacen joins JUST TALKING to discuss his latest film All the World is Sleeping. Inspired by real life experiences the film is about “survival, making it in a world that doesn't go easy on you; following a mother struggling with addiction while also trying to surface for her daughter.” All the World is Sleeping asks the audience to put themselves in someone else's shoes instead of simply judging. “Let's pull that curtain back and see what experiences they've been through… let's see their life.” All films have obstacles and up-hill challenges. BUT how did 7 women and their stories shape the voice of justice in this film? Addiction is a heavy subject. Like Ryan many families have experienced some level of addiction that deeply affects family relationships, friends and co-workers. What can we do to help and support? A film of this caliber needs to be authentic. Ryan brought the 7 women on set as consultants to evaluate and provide guidance on this production. The results are immediately felt during the film. There's a new perspective with an emotional connection for the audience to find empathy in the story and create a conversation walking out of the theatre. Follow, watch and Support: https://alltheworldissleeping.com Denver Colorado Pop Punk Kings Bury Mia joins STRIKE A CHORD to thrash out their latest single “We've Been Trying to Reach You About Your Car's Extended Warranty.” Reinventing Pop Punk is their mission. That's a big ask. So how is Bury Mia going to do this? “We're super inspired by the early 2000's bands. Taking Back Sunday, Blink 182… we're trying to reprocess and make something new.” Bury Mia is tired of being stuck “inside.” They crave to reach out.  What's the message Bury Mia wants to share? “Reach out to people, they're having a hard time… not everyone is living perfect … reach out, they would appreciate the text message, just talking, a phone call… just checking on your friend's man.” It turns out Millennials hate voicemail but love social media for connecting—BUT it's not the most therapeutic method. However, if you can't afford therapy, then the next best thing is to download “We've Been Trying to Reach You About Your Car's Extended Warranty” by Bury Mia. Follow, listen and Support: https://www.burymia.com/

Welcome back to this episode of Just Talking! We have our two hosts, Tim Mongomery, and Chris Gorog. This episode covers many topics, including Cloud services and Buzz Words in the Cyber security industry. With cloud technology constantly evolving, giant companies like Amazon and Microsoft must keep them secure and invulnerable. "By 2025, 50% of data will be in the cloud between thousands of businesses and companies. Enjoy today's episode of Buzz Words! Visit our sponsors: BlockFrame Inc. IEEE Digital Privacy Murray Security Services

JUST TALKING Throw those V's up in the air for the Vision Twins! Kalvin and Angelo the twin life coaches join JUST TALKING to discuss all things health and fitness. Bring your protein shakes to the party—don't wait to lose weight! The mission and vision are one goal. The Vision Twins explain the healthy balance between work, exercise and play time. With 3 MILLION followers on TikTok, being a social media fitness influencer is a fulltime job—BUT what stress relief advice do the Vision Twins offer to combat overload fatigue? Having a vision for yourself is a priority and we hit the gym hard to reach that goal. We all start the new year with grandiose visions of paparazzi taking photos of us posing that will be posted on social media. While secretly hoping our frenemies eat humble pie, jealous of glamorous physiques with envy. That's a dream many of us will never see! So, let's get back to reality. You don't need to be a “gym freak” to improve your fitness. The Vision Twins have some easy workout routines to motivate you into the fast lane to reach your goals. What advice do the Vision Twins offer millennials in this medicinal cannabis laced world? Life changes are always hard. The Vision Twins have a positive simple message for millennials—DON'T WAIT to lose weight! They practice what they preach. Follow at https://visiontwins.com. Strike a Chord THE ADLIBS TikTok sensation Justin Bernardez returns to STRIKE A CHORD to catch up on recent events and his new upcoming project. Justin released an EP in 2021 musically themed around mental health—an open invitation on his social media accounts. Mental Health is a heavy topic and takes a huge toll. So how does an influencer with 2 MILLION subscribers deal with the overload? New videos daily, content hourly and responses in real time. The burnout is real! However, there's a pay day! The social media investment does pay off. Fans have been asking for that new track, that new album and Bernardez delivers! Trends in music are always changing. There's a big push in the music industry to use artificial intelligence software to write lyrics and produce albums. Can AI really create music humans want to dance to? Are song writers a thing of the past? Justin asks the question “AI can write a song for you—BUT can AI perform a song?” Music comes from the soul. If AI is artificial, it has no soul—OR does an artificial soul count? Obviously, there's NO AI replacing Justin Bernardez any time soon! Justin admits to being a smiler and the CCS family salutes back. Smile, subscribe and love at https://www.justinbernardez.com/

Let's get IT! CCS Season 14 has begun! Writer/Actor Sean Crampton joins JUST TALKING to discuss his new action thriller, The Stalking Fields. A film about a group of civilians who find themselves trapped in a PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder) training program. What starts off as a reasonable therapeutic exercise turns into a dark government experiment gone out of control. A mix of screaming pauses throughout this film openly question your morality — when is it right? What is wrong? “Everyone carries PTSD in certain ways.” Crampton's father was a decorated Navy Seal for 27 years — you couldn't throw a rock and not hit a military family! A picturesque example of the modern nuclear family prompted Crampton to take a deeper look into the American Dream. But it was Hollywood's hyper-glamorized portrayal of combat that really fueled this film in a different direction to provide answers. HOW do we adequately address the reality of coming back home? Crampton's father, Cramton Sr. served 13 deployments for his country. According to the 2022 National Veteran Suicide Prevention Annual Report by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Veterans are at 57% higher risk of suicide than those who haven't served. What about retirement? How do we treat our Veterans during the transition? Can new technologies like Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) provide beneficial therapy? In the writer's room Sean Crampton and Jordan Wiseley both grew up in military families and director Ric Maddox, an army veteran, teamed up to make this thriller film. All three drew on their personal experiences to make this film as visceral as possible. The audience is definitely going to face a decision on which side they are willing to stalk for. Support and watch The Stalking Fields on all major streaming services: https://www.amazon.com/Stalking-Fields-Sean-Crampton/dp/B0B8PGGGDH

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JUST TALKING Veteran Music Industry Executive and D.VERSE Media CEO, Benny Pough joins JUST TALKING to share his story about ON IMPACT: Life, Leadership, and Betting on Yourself. “GRINDING, GRINDING, GRINDING!” Benny's been in the game for over 30 years—what's changed? The title of his book ON IMPACT has a double meaning. It took a near death experience — you've got to hear this story. While recovering Benny developed the acronym IMPACT (Intuition, Mastery, Pivot, Authenticity, Connection and Teamwork), a journey from an 11 year old paperboy to current day CEO. We all start somewhere. Looking for an opportunity. Benny found his moment as a young standup comedian—BUT what's more interesting is how not telling jokes catapulted his career. Benny has worked at Motown Records, Perspective Records (Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis), Arista Records, MCA Records and Def Jam Records — are there any record companies left? Love or hate it, it's that time of the year. Christmas is around the corner and thanks to Benny one artist dropped a Christmas song that will be played to the end of time. Time to Pivot! Benny shares his experience leaving Def Jam to become the president at Roc Nation—" it was a natural fit, it was great, had some really big success—it was time to take a chance.” ON IMPACT is about Betting on Yourself. Radio's not dead. It still has value. BUT how do today's upcoming artists survive the streaming wars and social media demand? Keep in mind Taylor Swift sold millions of vinyl records—BUT who has a record player anymore?! “You're not going to be IT today but definitely going to be IT tomorrow.” Young artists look for the opportunity to sell your artistry — it's all part of the GRIND! Love, share and follow: https://www.bennypough.com Strike A Chord London Rock guitarist Niro Knox joins STRIKE A CHORD to discuss his upcoming album release. Niro's been playing in rock bands since Slash has been shredding Guns N' Roses; King Lizard, KilliT and Holloway Hell. Niro is now stepping front and center with his own LP. Spilling tea, sipping tea and just plain old tea time, Niro originally from Israel moved to London 19 years ago and found his guitar pick in the local rock scene. Inspired by rock legends of the time, it was natural to resonate with being a kick ass guitarist. Later Niro found a disconnect between music and songs—what does that mean? Niro worked with Rasmus Bon Andersen (Diamond Head) to prepare as lead singer on this new album—BUT how did a cheeky t-shirt link up the two artists? Record label or self-publish? Niro made a conscious decision to produce this album on his own—BUT why not join a record label for the extra support? What does it really cost to produce a track at a studio like Abbey Road or Fiction? Niro started a Kickstarter campaign to help fund this album. Listen to the demos. It's time to have a cuppa and ROCK! Support this kick ass artist: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/niroknox/debut-album-21

JUST TALKING Director/Writer/Cape Crusader Tarun Verma and Actress Simren Lalani join JUST TALKING to discuss their film CONCEPTION. The film hits on a number of sensitive issues when it comes to starting a family. According to experts the fertility rate is declining worldwide for a number of reasons directly affecting Millennials. “Making babies is the fun part, until you realize you just can't have any. How far will you go to have a baby?” Tarun's personal life as a fertility pharmacist inspired him to write this drama. BUT what motivated a comedy writer to produce such an emotional story? When getting pregnant doesn't happen naturally or by accident, what's the alternative? Infertility is a dirty secret no one wants to talk about. The cost of IV (In Vitro Fertilization) can hit six figures, plus the physical procedures and emotional strain on the couple. When it happens, it's an absolute blessing but who delivers the bad news? Is there anything wrong with a 2-person millennial family? Actress Simren Lalani opens up about her family choice. What if you want to live the Bill Maher life, bachelor till you're 50? Millennials, we need to talk about having children! Watch and support: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt13680670 Strike A Chord Connecticut's Rock Band American Thrills joins STRIKE A CHORD and it's like a Bald Eagle knocking back a 30 rack of Budweiser sitting on a throne of glorious red, white and blue! It's a patriotic band name or is it? Every band needs a hook, something to grab the audience's attention and separate them from the herd. American Thrills went with “New Country”—BUT what does that even mean? Is this like Jonathan Davis or Chad Grey from Mudvayne? New Country and Rock genres are you saying Hank The Third? We're all inspired by something. “This was kinda our upbringing. Limp Biscuit and Deftones. It was MTV and that was a very influential time for us as young musicians.” Is Punk Rock even Punk Rock anymore? 20 years ago you'd think of the Descendents. Parted Ways is American Thrills debut LP. How was this release different from the EP “Old Things?” Bassist, Jamie Otfinoski breaks down their production process. “Misfires” is classic upbeat rock anthem, heavy guitars, loud drums and shouting lyrics, combine them all and you got a kick ass track. How are small bands competing with rising gas prices, dynamic venue ticket pricing and streaming services? “Old Things” is another track you easily fall in love with. It's about getting older, enjoying old friends and the nostalgia of past years. American Thrills is releasing a limited edition vinyl record and a music video to celebrate Parted Ways and we can't wait to enjoy it! Watch, Listen and Follow: https://www.americanthrills.com

JUST TALKING CCS Video Game Contributor, HenricK The WrecK joins JUST TALKING rockin' new stylish glasses to keep Metaverse in focus. For all you video game fans let's start off with a video game quiz. Who is Mario's cousin from deep south state Tennessee? As 2022 retires the blinking red light on your xbox it's time for the Video Game Awards Game of the Year 2022. Heavyweight competitors Elden Ring and God Of War Ragnarok go toe to toe while lightweight kitty simulator Stray knocks your controller off the table. Adapting video games into movies has always been a thing since Angelina Jolie motorboated her rack into Tomb Raider. GOTY 2022 now has the Best Adaption category—BUT which nominee will take it—Arcane: League of Legends, Cyberpunk: Edgerunners, The Cuphead Show, Sonic the Hedgehog 2 or Uncharted? WAIT WHAT? There's no Best Horror game category? Clearly the GOTY committee has dropped their controllers on this one. Video Game competition is the Meta Olympics? Zuckerberg has been heavily criticized for an uninspired Metaverse experience but who's stepping up to challenge him? Enjoy past episodes of HenricK The WrecK: https://www.chriscollinsshow.com/henrick-the-wreck Strike A Chord AUSTIN based Bedroom POP duo Solo Solo joins STRIKE A CHORD to discuss their sibling album Pure Graffiti. Greg and John get the show running on the quantum universe road that connects galaxy to galaxy, so what's the deal with the band's name Solo Solo? Maybe Hans Solo had some kids we didn't hear about? Sibling bands are either a hit or a miss. Bands like Oasis, ACDC, Kings of Leon or Radio Head all include kindred band members and family drama, so how does Solo Solo struggle to keep it together? Ticketmaster recently apologized for its ticket debacle with Taylor Swift but responds by saying “it's in the artists best interest.” So if fans can't get tickets how does that affect up-and-coming bands like Solo Solo? It takes just one friend to make a solo audience? Who are your idols? Inspired by Nick Drake, known for his one to two minute tracks, we did a song a week for like 20 weeks. The band's “No Sleep”—“is sort of a short song you want to listen to again.” “At the end of the day the only thing that matters is what comes out of the speakers.” The brothers needed a little help settling on the EP's name. Chris and Marissa immediately were on board to help. We came up with its Solo by Solo Solo. We'll find out what the EP's official title is later. Listen and Support these Bros: https://www.solosoloband.com/

“Good morning my Loves!”—to quote Ms. Lacey. Zach Koepp joins JUST TALKING to discuss his swiping social media thriller The Willowbrook. Once again the internet is pushing false hopes and pretenses after a renowned wellness influencer invites one of her recently overdosed followers to seek recovery at her small-town manor. The follower quickly realizes at The Willowbrook you LOG IN but you never really LOG OUT—until you're dead! Social media can be an addictive drug: “if we get sucked into that social media world—it's like the elixir for giving up your individual power.” Writing this film as a thriller is “millennial.” Halloween Ends … horribly we might add. It feels like all of our greatest villains in the last 30 years of cinema have been put out to pasture one by one and now we have our new digital nightmare…social media cult followings. Mental health issues are a hot topic issue for millennials, but you'll be surprised to find out what inspired Director Zach Koepp to make this film. From becoming online followers to staying at The Willowbrook the film takes time to explore each character's final destination. Producer Jeffery Reddick (Final Destination franchise) came on board to remind us — you can't cheat death. BUT how did Koepp's prank on his younger brother turn into a win years later? This is our brave new world. You have to embrace it — or stay a luddite! Everyone eventually gives into the click and downloads. Remember kids, following influencers on social media will boost their egos. Following Lacey to The Willowbrook will get you killed!

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JUST TALKING Triple threat (Writer/Director/Actor) Paul Schuyler joins JUST TALKING to discuss his new film Red River Road. It's Halloween time! The perfect excuse to watch scary movies or better yet—make one starring your own family. Your house becomes a movie set, the wife and kids are the characters, you're isolated from society, and trapped in a room with psychotic humans — is this a movie or a documentary about Dad disconnecting the WIFI? An electronic pandemic virus starts infecting humans through the internet, distorting your ability to perceive reality. Writing the screenplay for Red River Road was all about taking things down a wormhole. Once you're disconnected it's a roller coaster ride into isolation. The film was produced during the COVID-19 pandemic, a story about an internet pandemic during a real pandemic. Could the internet be the worst thing to ever happen to humanity? Have we hit an addictive toxic extinction event? Is social media the virus attacking society just one river away? Watch for yourself, https://www.wytshark.com/ STRIKE A CHORD STRIKE A CHORD connects with Swedish Indie Rock Band Bring The Hoax. It all started over a shared love for indie rock and red wine. You've got to bring your flavor to the game. Stand out from the pack with fuzzy guitar licks and cute firm melodies. After a quick Ancestry DNA test our Host Chris found out Karl was his long-lost Swedish cousin? They both have the same glasses and the same mustache—BUT Swedes look a lot sexier. So, Chris shaves it off LIVE! Hoax's latest single is “Jonestown” referencing the mass murder-suicide by cult leader Jim Jones in 1978—but, this dark theme is still fun. The band's Bring The Hoax EP addresses millennial issues about blindly following online celebrities, social media responsibility and self-worth. The revelution will be televised or maybe streamed on Peacock SOON! Support and listen: https://www.bringthehoax.com/

JUST TALKING Writer/Director Jenny Waldo joins JUST TALKING to discuss her debut feature film “Acid Test.” Set in the 90's “Acid Test” is a female coming of age rebellion story fueled by Riot Grrrl music, a dysfunctional family and LSD. Based on director Jenny Waldo's personal life the film was part therapy and an opportunity to fill the void of missing female punk film directors since the days of Tank Girl. “Acid Test” is strong with the Riot Grrrl manifesto—heavily influenced by bands like Bikini Kill and lead singer Debbie Harry from Blondie. Watch for the 1990's throwbacks! Follow and support https://www.acidtestfilm.com STRIKE A CHORD Pop rocker KULICK joins STRIKE A CHORD. What's the secret to getting over 3 million streams on Spotify KULICK? Uncheck the box, get the record label off your back, indulge yourself into the music and the streams will flow! Pop formula music gets predictable. Every artist has the moment when they need to timestamp the label and go off script. The latest album Everyone I Know Will Die (Deluxe Edition) does just that. Pop or NOT to Pop, KULICK influences range from REO Speedwagon to Tom Petty. A very cool feature on the LP are 5 reimagined acoustic tracks with music videos. If you play guitar you get it. The strings count but what type of guitar strings are “Necessities (Stripped)” for that acoustic jam session — watch the video to find out? It's said, music is a gift from God so how do you make music with a hearing disability? KULICK accepted the challenge and jumped the hurdle! “Time to Go” is another deep track about life being overwhelming: “I still don't want to die because it's too good, I want more life.” Don't Ghost me Bro! Ghost song writers have always been a thing but is it time to accept facts and give credit? Support KULICK! Support and listen: http://kulickofficial.com

HenricK The WrecK joins JUST TALKING to talk all things GAMING. Cyberpunk developers CD Red have announced a sequel to Johnny Silverhand's storyline played by Keanu Reeves in Cyber Punk 2077 for the upcoming expansion update, Phantom Liberty. Netflix is working on a new season for The Witcher 3—I don't remember watching season 2? Nintendo revealed the first trailer for Super Mario Bros. Movie, a CGI animated film starring Chris Pratt and a mushroom load of additional celebrity voices. The film is scheduled for release in April 2023. The big question is what game did Mario first appear in? A pause button of silence as Overwatch has been taken offline—BUT press the start button of relief because Overwatch 2 is here to keep gamers happy. Rockstar's GTA 6 (Grand Theft Auto) game-in-progress version was leaked all over the internet. The binary oil spill caused massive virtual car traffic jams and catastrophic damage to the virtual META environment—the penguins from Happy Feet are protesting in choreographed dance patterns. BREAKING NEWS! The glory hole leaked new features such as weapons, upgrades and customizations—BUT gamers are excited about this feature the most, returning to Vice City not Reality City! Getting back to sweaty nerd reality. Twitch-Con is happening right now October 2022—AND there's also the early release of Scorn, a game inspired by H.R. Giger's (Alien). The game is centered around bone and flesh, which coincidentally is what Twitch-Con is all about. https://www.twitchcon.com Indie Rock band Whitehall joins STRIKE A CHORD. The 4 dudes with long hair in a white room with 3 pictures behind them from Charleston, South Carolina U.S.A says it all. Whitehall has their new album Maizy dropping next year 2023. Their lead single, “Rose” is a chill in the heart vibe with a peppery edge—perfect for the Cali dream, driving down a highway with the sun on your back. Making the album Maizy these guys pulled an old Rolling Stones move. They drove up into the mountains and cut an album — kick ass! The Maizy drew inspiration from their manager's dog. The dog's calming Gandhi-like presence helped ease anxiety, allowing connection through the cosmos and barking out the lyrics! WHAT does the lyric “drunken telephoner” mean? It's a reference to Slaughter House 5 by Kurt Vonnegut — is this a dark metal band hiding in the shadows? Special congrats! “It changed our lives.” Whitehall is opening for the Goo Goo Dolls with their “Chaos In Bloom” Tour 2022. “It's a childhood dream come true.” Oooh my-lanta this band knows how to bring bangers! Look out for the chaos in white: http://www.whitehalltheband.com

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Three guys, three experiences, three experiences. 1) Mox reviews Jordan Peele's Nope, 2) Izzy finishes his "Echoes" binge, and 3) Gibbs explores sitting down to pee. Oh right and the fourth experience: the 2021 Netflix film Dynasty Warriors, which is less of the video game and more Chinese GoT. Mmmmmm good stuff. Support us!

Hey, memba Digimon? And Neopets? And Fortnite? And the Remastered Spiderman? And Neon White? And Netflix's Echoes? And Rise of TMNT? And the 1992 John Woo Hong Kong action film Hard Boiled, filled with glorious practical effects and sweet gun scenes?    Yeah I memba. Support us!

The gang goes all in on reviewing Netflix's The Sandman series, with a number of gripes but even more accolades. This kicks off the newest theme of Chinese Films with Izzy's pick of Chungking Express, a 1994 romantic drama film from the heyday of the Hong Kong film industry. Gibbs also shares some interesting data on each host's reviews of others' movies; Izzy recaps his time at the Rocket League Championship Series Worlds in Dallas. Support us!

Our Video Game Contributor HenricK The WrecK takes off his Metaverse VR headset to join Just Talking. Press button A to begin with a multiple choice video-game quiz — remember the Konami code? It's Up, Up, Down, Down, Left, Right, Left, Right, B, A, START — it works on Chris but doesn't on Marissa. That code is 13, 36, 45, 57, 67, 14, some lucky Mega Millions ticket-holder in Illinois will be celebrating 1.3 billion in winnings or hiding in a Minecraft. Elden Ring and Horizon Forbidden West continue to glue gamers to their gamepads but in the background the cat simulator Stray has been knocking all of your valuables off the shelves. Play as an alley cat, do the stray cat strut, hit robots in the head — the gaming world is loving it however not without controversy, many house cats have banned together claiming the game promotes “street paw” appropriation by felines world wide! Nostalgia drives deep, GTA (Grand Theft Auto) a franchise stealing cars since 1997 released remastered GTA 6 in Summer 2022 only to receive backlash from fans for a new female protagonist — are they going woke or broke? It's been 15+ years, we all love games like Bully and Manhunt but do they need a sequel or a remastered version or is it just a studio cash grab? The hype train arrived at the station with sports celebrities investing heavily in e-sports but can they play the game? Microsoft Minecraft cancels NFT's and bans private servers causing a shift in industry positions on where to put their building blocks. Follow, support and enjoy at : https://www.chriscollinsshow.com/henrick-the-wreck

Welcome to our first ever Variant Variety episode! In this new series, we'll be talking! Just Talking! We cover San Diego Comic Con, trailers, TV shows, video games, and listener comments! (P.S. We have an Instagram too! @VariantVendetta) Let us know what you thought of this episode by reaching out to us on Twitter OR Instagram @VariantVendetta (Yes, we still have an Instagram!)

JUST TALKING Returning Guest Catherine Barnes joins JUST TALKING with her Folk Rock band entourage Calamity. When a Vegas club gig at the Cavern goes south the ladies make a break for the Mexican border in this comedy action radio play “Trouble a Calamity Adventure.” Nisha Catron and Cathryn Beeks started the project with Catherine Barnes after watching a James Bond solo show. Inspired by true shit hitting the fan it wasn't difficult for the band to create an action, murder drama comedy radio play about calamity—it actually happened! Radio plays are making a revival. Batman Unburied “baterangs” Joe Rogan from Spotify's number 1 podcast—holy WTF Batman! “There's something amazing about listening, painting an image in your mind, plus it's way cheaper than CGI — Calamitization!” Rumor has it there's a Harry Styles rock musical in development. If it's true he'll fit in with Calamity's 5 lady ensemble nicely. “Trouble… it always finds us…” Follow, support and enjoy at : https://www.opendoorplayhouse.org/plays/thecalling57-s9np6-fneh9 STRIKE A CHORD Vocalist Chris Hoffman of Wolf Rd. joins STRIKE A CHORD to speak on love, loss and rock. Wolf Rd's new single “Way Down” is about picking up the pieces after getting your heart broken during a pandemic relationship — where's the vaccine for that? Everybody hates Chris… or is it everybody loves to break up with Chris? Whatever—social media can be a cruel reminder that your EX is having more fun without you in the Metaverse. Technology can offer digital salvation in an analog world —BUT the future is “sex dolls!” When was the last time you had a good song? “As Good As It's Gets” is a cathartic pop punk track—AND the music video has a hidden message for the fans. Here's a hint. It's a park in Chicago and #606. Follow, support and enjoy at: https://www.wolfrdband.com

Actress Elizabeth Trieu joins JUST TALKING to discuss her latest film ERULIE—a horror film. A jolly tale about 4 girlfriends enjoying their Holiday on the Bayou and decide to summon one pissed off mermaid for revenge! Elizabeth shares her struggles as a working actress dealing with loss but stays grounded by having a sense of humor. What does it take to land a role? Casting directors will have a number of requests like kisses or frontal nudity. BUT—what about getting coke snorted off your ass? Elizabeth earned a theater degree from The University of Texas at Austin, then bounced between Los Angeles, New York and Austin looking for work. Asian women are getting put in a box—SO if Hollywood doesn't want to step up—THEN writer/director Christine Chen will! Elizabeth Trieu plays Violet Burns in the film ERULIE a role specifically written with Elizabeth as an Asian actress in mind. Show business is a cut-throat game, but if you keep calm and keep bleeding orange you'll get there. Visit and support at https://www.erzuliefilm.com

Actress, Writer, Performer Bonnie He joins JUST TALKING to put pickles in our hands and laughs in our mouth. A Terrible Show for Terrible People @ the Hollywood Fringe Festival is a One-Woman show that defines a terrible person as someone who enjoys raunchy, dark, blue comedy. WAIT! That describes our entire staff with the CHRIS COLLINS SHOW! Hey Footloose 80's community it's time to evolve. “If you can't keep up with the current trends … be a better comedian.” Actions speak louder than words! The show is 45 minutes long and there's only 2 spoken lines. Don't let that put you off. Bonnie's clowning, physical comedy performance goes beyond boring repetitive stand up “talking points.” The audience needs to react to what I'm doing—get involved—bring them on stage and make them part of the indecency. LISTEN! Get off your TikTok and GO and SEE A Terrible Show for Terrible People. You're gonna like the show. Support and Follow at https://www.instagram.com/abonnielass/

JUST TALKING What's more painful? Testicle Tanning or Riding a Bull? Director, Tony Rammos and Pro Bull Rider Lil' Ricky Ringer Jr join JUST TALKING to discuss their AWARD-WINNING documentary Ride Till I Die. Bull riding is a highly competitive, physically challenging and an extremely dangerous sport. The big question is—WHO has the bigger balls — the bull or the bull rider? 8 seconds is the required time for a bull rider to stay on a bull to receive full points. Lil' Ricky Ringer Jr learned a bull riding Jedi trick from his father, Ringer Sr.—slow down buck time and listen for horns! It took about 5 years to produce Ride Till I Die. Director Tony Rammos decided to create a bull riding documentary because of the deep rooted story about Ricky Ringer Sr. and his son, upcoming star Rick Ringer Jr. Can you stand the pain of a two-thousand pound bull flipping you in the air like a rag doll? Lil' Ricky Jr. luckily has had only a “few” injuries—including broken ribs, collapsed lung and a broken shoulder—just an average “Jackass day” for Johnny Knoxville. Ride Till I Die is entertaining, educational, heartwarming and inspirational. How do you kill a rodeo clown??? Go for the juggler!!! Follow and Support at: http://www.ridetillidiefilm.com/

JUST TALKING Author, Andrea Van Landingham joins JUST TALKING to discuss her new book: Hollywood Horrors: Murders, Scandals, and Cover-Ups from Tinseltown. The title is mouth full — hmmmm, that's how you get past the green room folks. What makes a Millennial want to write about old Hollywood scandals? Salacious celebrity affairs have always captured the imagination of fans. Hollywood Horrors… is a collection of naughty adventures, gossip tales and hotel rendezvous—kinda like “the TMZ of dead people.” American playwright David Mamet joked about writer's block on REAL TIME WITH BILL MAHER — “I can't afford to have those moments.” Andrea's advice, find artistic inspiration, do other things, go into chill mode and keep typing till something clicks. How does one find the time to write a book? — have a “pandemic baby.” From the off screen debauchery of the silent era, to countless dramatic and mysterious deaths, to the sinister past lives of world-famous LA landmarks, vestiges of Hollywood's checkered past can still be found all over the city. Check out the book on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Hollywood-Horrors-Scandals-Cover-Ups-Tinseltown/dp/1493060074 STRIKE A CHORD Charlotte, North Carolina 5 piece band Leaving For Arizona puts the camera on wide angle to include: Lance Johnson (Vocalist), Jonathan Aviles (Guitarist), Alex Tyner (Guitarist), Aubrey Hollopeter (Drummer), Cameron Gainey (Bassist) on STRIKE A CHORD. Aubrey has enough “Big Boy Energy” to keep Will Smith in check—if they get out of hand there's a drumstick to set things right! The band is still in North Carolina, so why call it Leaving For Arizona? — legend's say it was over a girl… we'll never know. Millennials need to learn how to live in the moment. The band's brand new single—AND World PREMIERE: “Number Stations” sings out—“stop wishing away those years, enjoy them while you're here, they'll be gone before you know so hold on and don't let go.” What comes first, the chicken or the egg? Or in music terms, the lyrics or the melody? Leaving for Arizona starts with the melody, then a baseline, then drum-line and by that point the lyrics write themselves — it's so easy. “Déjà vu” is about “instant chemistry”, a collection of past dating experiences from all the band members. “Conversations,” the last song on the track, finds yourself reminiscing about past emotions and simple conversations—BUT an open book where you get to create the next chapter. Leaving For Arizona is headed in a new, more purposeful direction and you can hear it on their EP “MISSING OUT.” Follow and Support at: www.leavingforarizona.com

JUST TALKING Gen Z Critics Co-Founder Elizabeth 'Betsy' Kim joins JUST TALKING to predict 2022 Oscars. Oscar season 2022 is here and who grabs the golden trophy for Millennials and Gen Z fans? — CODA—nothing else, just CODA. You can measure the value of a film by questioning whether it's worth your money or your time. Relying on cinematic stereotypes is lazy story telling—nerdy Asians, British villains, German Nazis and uncultured countries. Why keep remaking movies with Hollywood color-casting? Why are we letting diversity quotas ruin movies? Aren't show runners doing their homework when there's already established franchise material? Look at Jake Gyllenhaal as the Prince in The Prince of Persia, Tom Cruise as The Last Samurai and John Cho as Spike Spiegel in Netfix Cowboy Bebop adaptation—this should be a wake-up call! Follow Gen Z critics: https://genzcritics.com STRIKE A CHORD Singer/Songwriter Sophia Marie joins STRIKE A CHORD from Washington D.C. to discuss her debut EP entitled “Foreigner.” When Sophia isn't recording music she's at Georgetown University writing papers, supporting her sorority organization and working at an internship—she is busy! Coming from the West Coast to the East Coast can take some adjustment time. West coast people generally have a really chill vibe. “On the East coast everyone is into consulting, politics and a cut-throat mentality.” “Foreigner” EP track “Venice Beach to Washington D.C,” is a legally blonde song embracing the challenge of transitioning from one place to the next—finding your own voice and not relying on politicians and celebrity elites to tell you what to believe in! Sophia's single “Foreigner” cautions those seduced by romanticism to fall in love with the person, not just the foreign accent. Follow and listen to Sophia Marie: https://www.instagram.com/la.sophiamarie

CCS Video Game Contributor HenriK The WrecK joins JUST TALKING to answer the most important video game questions. What's more important, playing Video Games or playing with Pussy? — you just need to push the buttons, right? What type of fluids do Gamers drink to get their game on? — alcohol? Is that a sports drink or water with a dash of alcohol? Gaming life is tough, you're streaming live and you've got to blow your nose! Jack Traven asks—what do you do? WHAT DO YOU DO? Speed (1994). This one is pretty easy. You're watching a cut scene and your girlfriend calls, do you pick up or ignore the call? — you pick up and ignore the call until the cut scene is over, right? Top games of 2022: ELDEN RING and Horizon Forbidden West are going toe to toe for game of the year. Valve Steam Deck takes a stand against NFT's blockchain technology and cryptocurrency. While Amazon says Bye Felicia! to the gaming console (PlayStation, Switch, Xbox). It's all about cloud gaming now. All you need is a Luna controller and a Smart TV to play the latest titles. OR will it end up like Google Stadia's cloud gaming platform—dead flat as Mario smashed mushrooms!!!???

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