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PopCon's favorite game of old trivia and weird prizes returns! Jessica, Patches and I are back for another go round with The Brandon Peters Show LIVE! We had a lot of fun this time around and there's an added bonus that I was the Question Master on a scavenger hunt for PopCon's Secret Games going […]

As I usually do, I launch the PopCon Live Podcast Stage every year with a kick-off show that showcases some of the events and guests featured at that particular PopCon. Of course, when I release these, they are already dated. However, some of the events and guests recur at the show, so this maybe will […]

After being in touch with J-Popcon since 2015, we finally got the chance to sit down with them, in person of one of their organizers Ida Bjerring Winkler about all things J-Pop and what it means to run the biggest convention of its kind in Denmark! Enjoy! Interview starts at minute 22:18.

La música no solo suena: acompaña, define, construye recuerdos. Es el hilo invisible que une generaciones, el mapa emocional de millones de vidas. No hace falta solemnidad para tomarla en serio, ni cinismo para hablar de ella con inteligencia. Porque lo popular, cuando es bueno, dice más de una época que cualquier tratado. Con Víctor Lenore, periodista y autor de 'Indies, hipsters y gafapastas' (https://amzn.to/3I0zLZ2) y 'Espectros de la movida' (https://amzn.to/4lr6DZ8), hablamos de música y cultura pop sin prejuicios: de lo que nos hace cantar, bailar o discutir en un bar. Desde los sonidos que marcaron una infancia hasta las modas que vienen con más estilo que sustancia, del indie al reguetón, de la canción protesta al hit de verano. ¿Por qué ciertas canciones nos acompañan toda la vida? ¿Cómo se construye una identidad a través de lo que escuchamos? ¿Y qué dice de nosotros lo que suena en cada época? El pop también puede ser pensamiento. Y pasarlo bien nunca estuvo reñido con mirar las cosas con claridad. Bienvenidos a la Terra Ignota. Emitido en YouTube el 29 de junio de 2025: https://youtube.com/live/apZfTnVV-sI _______________________________________________ Recuerda darle a suscribirse para no perderte futuros contenidos. Y si te gusta, te animamos a compartirlo con tus amigos y conocidos. Puedes acceder a todas las plataformas de Terra Ignota desde https://linktr.ee/TerraIgnota (Instagram, iVoox, Spotify y mucho más). ¡Échanos una mano convirtiéndote en Patrón! https://www.patreon.com/TerraIgnota Para adquirir productos del podcast: https://tienda.terraignota.es En https://www.arenashop.es tenéis descuentos usando el código IGNOTEROS

*SUSCRÍBETE A MI NEWSLETTER "MAGIC PILS"*Muchos le conocen por ser una de las personas que más sabe de música pop en España y que más ha hecho por la música pop en España. Tanto, que hace poco uno de los diarios más leídos del país le definía como el periodista que preserva el legado del pop español. Autor del libro autobiográfico "Y también sé montar en bici", repasamos algunas de sus mejores anécdotas, las entrevistas más difíciles, las críticas más duras y hacemos una playlist con sus canciones favoritas de todos los tiempos. Algo asícomo "El Gramófono de Pardo".- Donaciones paypal- Instagram The ChitChat Club - Intagram Piluca Íñigo - TikTok ⁠The ChitChat Club⁠

Brian & Josh welcome back to the show Carl from PopCon as they talk all about what people can expect to see at the 12th edition of PopCon Indy.

Dive into this special PRE-PARTY episode as KJ the Kitty Correspondent gears up for PopCon 2025 and PurrCon at PopCon! We kick things off with Carl, OG PopCon guest, for an insider look at the biggest weekend in pop culture—celebrity panels, tabletop gaming, the international film festival, medieval armored combat, BattleBots action, fashion shows, K-pop dance-offs, night-club DJ sets, and more. Then We talk what to expect at PurrCon-- from kitten therapy with Meowtel, grooming demos by the Ninja Groomer, and Animal Communicator Cindy Huff's live readings (gallery slots included in the SuPURRhero Pass). Plus, find out how to rate your kitten with TikTok phenom Dr. Matt McGlasson and snag 20% off PerCon passes with code SUPURR20 at perconindy.com. Stick around for a rapid-fire “What's Poppin' in Pop Culture?” segment—covering Nintendo Switch 2 record sales, James Gunn's fresh Superman & Wonder Woman updates, and the wild phenomenon of Sydney Sweeney bathwater soap.

Enrique Aparicio, también conocido como Esnórquel, visita nuestro podcast para hablar de gordofobia. Hablamos de cómo ha afectado o cómo han reaccionado a esto artistas como Lizzo, Adele o Robbie Williams, pero sobre todo tratamos el tema desde el punto de vista médico y social.

La cultura pop es una máquina de nostalgia, pero también un espejo oscuro donde generaciones enteras se han buscado sin terminar de encontrarse. Entre discos de vinilo, bares con humo y novelas de estantería torcida, los años 80 y 90 dejaron un legado de épica cotidiana y rebeldía sin manifiesto. Ahí, donde se cruzan Salinger y Urquijo, donde un 'riff' de Radio Futura puede ser tan revelador como una frase de Bukowski, floreció un malditismo castizo, una forma de estar fuera de lugar con estilo. Hoy exploramos ese territorio: el de la literatura popular como mapa sentimental, el de la Movida como escenario de iniciación, el de la música como refugio de los raros. Porque hablar de cultura no es disecarla, sino revivirla en sus contradicciones, en sus luces de neón, en su tristeza brillante. Como escribió Esperanza Ruiz sobre la obra de nuestro invitado, “la narración entera es un 'spoiler' de sus vidas, de lo que ustedes, si no lo son ya, serán. No de lo que fueron. Porque si no descubrieron a los veinte que nada iba a llenar sus vidas, lo descubrirán a los cuarenta.”. Nos acompaña Kiko Méndez-Monasterio, periodista y escritor, autor de "La calle de la luna" (https://librosobrelibro.com/resenas/la-calle-de-la-luna/), una novela que narra el despertar sentimental y cultural de un joven en el Madrid de los noventa. Con él hablaremos de literatura, de El guardián entre el centeno, de lo popular como alta cultura, de los cantautores eléctricos, y de todo eso que no cabe en los planes de estudio pero que termina formando la educación sentimental de una generación. Bienvenidos a la Terra Ignota. Emitido en YouTube el 27 de abril de 2025: https://youtube.com/live/UX_v-UqjqF8 __________________________________________ Recuerda darle a suscribirse para no perderte futuros contenidos. Y si te gusta, te animamos a compartirlo con tus amigos y conocidos. Puedes acceder a todas las plataformas de Terra Ignota desde https://linktr.ee/TerraIgnota (iVoox, Spotify, Discord y mucho más). ¡Échanos una mano convirtiéndote en Patrón! https://www.patreon.com/terraignota Para adquirir productos del podcast: https://tienda.terraignota.es En https://www.arenashop.es tenéis descuentos usando el código IGNOTEROS

When PopCon returns this summer (June 27-29 at the Indiana Convention Center), there will be a Con within the Con. KJ is launching PurrCon as a part of PopCon. A convention dedicated to our feline friends, the cat and the kitties! She shares all about the event and what will make it fun, interesting and […]

It's awards season and superhero season all in one episode! First, we break down this year's Oscars ceremony—celebrating the winners, dissecting the surprises, and tallying up the results of our (friendly) podcast vs. podcast Oscars competition. Then, we shift gears to the Marvel Cinematic Universe with a discussion on Captain America: Brave New World, analyzing the latest chapter in Cap's legacy and what it means for the future of the MCU. We also have some fandom news and your feedback! Our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/FiveishFangirls #FiveishFam TIME STAMPS  00:00:23 Intro 00:01:57 News 00:21:20 2025 Academy Awards and Pod v Pod contest 00:46:05 Feedback 00:51:11 Captain America: Brave New World 01:43:54 Closing Thoughts 01:46:07 Outro   Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. 

Recibimos un invitado especial, Juan José Losa, que ya nos ha visitado varias veces y que nos guiará por una época y fenómeno muy especial en la historia del rock. Si en ocasiones anteriores nos deteníamos en periodos clave de la historia de la música, hoy vamos a hacer lo propio con otra época y estilo que, si bien no han tenido demasiado protagonismo en los casi 200 capítulos de El Escondite, hoy hacemos justicia a una vertiente de la música que surge a finales de los 70 y de los 80 y que ha trascendido todas las décadas hasta nuestros días. Hablamos del synth pop, nombre con el que se le conoció en Gran Bretaña, su lugar de origen, llamado también, en nuestro país y en otros, techno pop, o simplemente “techno”. Hoy recorremos esa escena que más tarde daría origen al “house”, al “dance” y en general a las futuras músicas de baile electrónicas. Nos acompañan: KRAFTWERK - Das Modell - Die Mensch-Machine SILICON TEENS - Memphis Tennessee - Music for Parties GARY NUMAN – Cars - The Pleasure Principle BUGGLES - Clean Clean - The Age of Plastic VISAGE - Fade to Grey - Visage SOFT CELL - Tainted Love - Non Stop Erotic Cabaret OMD - Enola Gay - Organisation THE HUMAN LEAGUE - Don´t You Want Me - Dare! DEPECHE MODE - New Life - Speak & Spell YAZOO - Don´t Go - Upstairs at Eric´s NEW ORDER - Blue Monday - Single AVIADOR DRO - Programa en Espiral - Programa en Espiral (EP) B MOVIE - Nowhere Girl - Forever Running Con la compañía de Donna Summer, Ultravox, Joy Division, China Crisis y Spandau Ballet

Recibimos un invitado especial, Juan José Losa, que ya nos ha visitado varias veces y que nos guiará por una época y fenómeno muy especial en la historia del rock. Si en ocasiones anteriores nos deteníamos en periodos clave de la historia de la música, hoy vamos a hacer lo propio con otra época y estilo que, si bien no han tenido demasiado protagonismo en los casi 200 capítulos de El Escondite, hoy hacemos justicia a una vertiente de la música que surge a finales de los 70 y de los 80 y que ha trascendido todas las décadas hasta nuestros días. Hablamos del synth pop, nombre con el que se le conoció en Gran Bretaña, su lugar de origen, llamado también, en nuestro país y en otros, techno pop, o simplemente “techno”. Hoy recorremos esa escena que más tarde daría origen al “house”, al “dance” y en general a las futuras músicas de baile electrónicas. Nos acompañan: KRAFTWERK - Das Modell - Die Mensch-Machine SILICON TEENS - Memphis Tennessee - Music for Parties GARY NUMAN – Cars - The Pleasure Principle BUGGLES - Clean Clean - The Age of Plastic VISAGE - Fade to Grey - Visage SOFT CELL - Tainted Love - Non Stop Erotic Cabaret OMD - Enola Gay - Organisation THE HUMAN LEAGUE - Don´t You Want Me - Dare! DEPECHE MODE - New Life - Speak & Spell YAZOO - Don´t Go - Upstairs at Eric´s NEW ORDER - Blue Monday - Single AVIADOR DRO - Programa en Espiral - Programa en Espiral (EP) B MOVIE - Nowhere Girl - Forever Running Con la compañía de Donna Summer, Ultravox, Joy Division, China Crisis y Spandau Ballet

En la carátula del disco del grupo ‘Las Nenas’ aparece ese nombre y la foto de tres chicas. Hacen pop vintage con letras que llaman la atención. Dan entrevistas. Eso sí, solo por correo electrónico. Las puedes escuchar y conocer casi todo sobre ellas, porque hemos sabido y han reconocido que no existen. Es música creada por IA y detrás hay dos personas desconocidas. No existen esas tres mujeres que cantan. Hablamos con la periodista que ha contado esta historia en elDiario.es, Susana Monteagudo. Pero esto, aunque lo parezca, no es algo nuevo. También contamos con Laura García Higueras, la periodista de elDiario.es que desveló hace unos meses que el primer disco de La Oreja de Van Gogh no estaba grabado por los músicos de La Oreja de Van Gogh. Con ella descubrimos que este fenómeno no se quedó en ellos. Ha habido muchos engaños, como el de ‘Las Nenas’. Acabamos con un último concepto: el autotune. Una herramienta que está normalizada en la música. Para otros, podría ser otro punto en esta cadena de engaños. Buscamos comprender exactamente lo que es con el productor musical Marcos Muñiz. *** Envíanos una nota de voz por Whatsapp contándonos alguna historia que conozcas o algún sonido que tengas cerca y que te llame la atención. Lo importante es que sea algo que tenga que ver contigo. Guárdanos en la agenda como “Un tema Al día”. El número es el 699 518 743See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our December show is MARVELOUS! Frank Grillo is in the celeb spotlight while KJ & the Krew will bring you some holiday joy, laughs and positive vibes again! Oh and surprise! JON CRYER is on with us too! Stay tuned for more celebrity interviews, positive vibes of pop culture, people to know, and pets on the KJ Today Show. emember to like, rate, review, and subscribe to stay updated on all the latest episodes. Let's keep spreading positivity together!

This is the fun show you need right now! Watch KJ TODAY- Your Positive Vibes Show! Special guests include iconic actor Doug Jones (from Indianapolis!) and Lisa Meece from Starbase Indy!   For the most fun, WATCH this episode now on YouTube here:  https://youtube.com/live/Lb86xXhT-Vk?feature=share   KJ TODAY is your place for the positive vibes of pop culture, people to know and pets! Stay tuned for more celebrity interviews, positive vibes of pop culture, people to know, and pets on the KJ Today Show.   Remember to like, rate, review, and subscribe to stay updated on all the latest episodes. Let's keep spreading positivity together! �   Become a patron and help KJ TODAY spread more positive vibes while getting behind the scenes fun and perks! https://kindanerdynetwork.com   The KJ Today Show is powered by PopCon! What's Poppin in Pop Culture with Geek Vibes Nation is powered by ConQuest Journals.   Keep up with pop culture news between our shows: https://geekvibesnation.com   Shop officially licensed fandom art: https://conquestjournals.com with promo code KJTODAY to save 10%   The Pet of the Week is powered by Storms and Melodies calming remedies for cats and cat people! Shop: https://stormsandmelodies.com   Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard! I love it! https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4630614303571968

La joven onubense Elisa Fernández Guzmán nos presenta Después del pop (Ed. Rialp), su primer poemario, con el que ganó el accésit del Premio de Poesía Adonáis en 2023. Un libro fresquísimo y tierno que se atreve a reivindicar la cursilería y los sentimientos inflamados de la adolescencia.Luego, Ignacio Elguero pone sobre la mesa otros dos títulos: La gran fractura americana (Ed. La esfera de los libros), de la corresponsal en Washington de TVE Cristina Olea, que reúne aquí algunas de las crónicas que ha ido escribiendo en su estancia en EEUU para ofrecernos una panorámica del país, que en apenas un mes celebrará unas elecciones presidenciales decisivas no solo para su futuro, sino el de todo el mundo, y también Alcalá de Henares. Historia entre ficciones (Ed. Tintablanca), guía literaria de la ciudad, en la que el periodista cultural del ABC Jesús García Calero traza la biografía de la cuna de Cervantes apoyándose en las ilustraciones de Paula Varona.Además Javier Lostalé abre su ventanita poética a Julia Uceda, la gran escritora hispalense afincada en Ferrol, que falleció este verano y de la que Vandalia publicó el año pasado su Poesía completa.En Peligro en la estación, nuestro colaborador Sergio C. Fanjul nos habla de Dinosaurio (Ed. Colectivo Bruxista), la peculiarísima novela del escritor valenciano David Pascual. Un libro enigma protagonizado por una voz infantil muy ambigua, de tono bíblico y lleno de referencias pop muy inquietantes que por momentos se lee como un relato de terror.Terminamos Desmontando el poema con la ayuda de Mariano Peyrou, que esta vez nos recomienda Las huidas (Ed. La bella Varsovia), la poesía reunida de la escritora madrileña Pilar Adón, entre cuyas cualidades se cuenta la capacidad de generar grandes emociones sin recurrir a temas supuestamente importantes ni grandes gestos retóricos.Escuchar audio

Our October episode was a surprise party for Producer Patches! Filled with funny tribute poems, surprise guests and all of the positive vibes of pop culture, people to know and pets!  We even talked to Rich Koz, the legendary Svengoolie about his superhero favorites and the new Marvel hit, Agatha All Along! KJ TODAY is your place for the positive vibes of pop culture, people to know and pets!    Stay tuned for more celebrity interviews, positive vibes of pop culture, people to know, and pets on the KJ Today Show.   Remember to like, rate, review, and subscribe to stay updated on all the latest episodes. Let's keep spreading positivity together!

As we so do to wrap up a PopCon Live Podcast Stage – Its time for Poorly Described Movies: The Game. This is the first time it has been done at Louisville and the 3rd one this year! Chris Johnson was unable to attend as he's got his first little one due any day now, […]

While I don't feature in this live recording, I wanted to capture it and have it out in the ether. Les Eller is the head of volunteers for PopCon and has been there since its beginnings. He came to me with an idea to have him and his assistant Amy do a panel/podcast recording about […]

Time for you favorite PopCon staple – The Brandon Peters Show LIVE! Jessica, Patches and myself are back for more whacky trivia and prizes. We once again play out of the Silver Screen Edition (1983) that we debuted at Days of the Dead a month prior. Probably just so Jessica could giggle at the Title […]

When it comes to PopCon and the Live Podcast Stage, I always try and make time to have my dear friend James T. Wulfgar come up, let me know what's going on with his company and then shoot the shit for an hour. Louisville was no different. We reminisce in some really interesting areas and […]

Brian Eichenberger of the Rock N Roll Bedtime Stories podcast joined Joshua Toomey live at the 2024 Louisville PopCon. The guys did a snake draft of their favorite movie soundtracks of each decade. What did they get right? What did they get wrong? Joshua Toomey on Facebook/Twitter @talktoomeytalk Support Toomey on Patreon www.patreon.com/talktoomey Concept Cafes Coffee https://www.conceptcafes.com Subscribe to Talk Toomey on YouTube for in-depth interviews with the most exciting artists in aggressive music, deep dives into iconic artists' discography, and more. #talktoomey #movies #soundtracks #judgementnight #musicpod

Let us begin the journey of the MANY records of PopCon Louisville 2024. As you know, I love to have a kick off show that showcases things going on at PopCon and those who run them. It's still an interesting thing/chat for prospective future PopCon goers. So enjoy! Joining me on this episode are Anna […]

This week, we proudly give you our live podcast from Louisville PopCon 2024. In this episode, Mike and Tab rank what they believe to be the worst movie sequels of all time, with a few honorable mentions as well. Thank you to everyone that was out in the audience watching the show, and a huge thank you to Brandon Peters and the PopCon crew for having us out to record on stage. We had an amazing time!!   Thank you to Argent Engraving for contributing to the show. https://www.argentengraving.com

Join us for another exciting episode of the Kinda Nerdy Girls podcast, recorded live at PopCon Louisville!

Join the Five(ish) Fangirls Podcast as Rachel recaps her thrilling adventures at this year's PopCon in Louisville! From celebrity encounters and fan panels to exploring the latest in pop culture, Rachel shares the highlights of her convention experience. Discover the exciting cosplay, unique vendors, and unforgettable moments that made this event a must-attend for fans of all things geeky. Plus some other convention news and your feedback! Our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/FiveishFangirls #FiveishFam TIME STAMPS Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.   

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Andy Biersack of Black Veil Brides joins Joshua Toomey to discuss the latest EP "Bleeders". The EP showcases their eclectic influences with a mix of an original track and covers, including U2's "Sunday Bloody Sunday." The conversation delves into their personal musical journey, touching on the impact of bands like KISS and W.A.S.P., and sharing stories from their early career. Andy also reflects on the powerful experiences from the Warped Tour and the challenges of being both loved and criticized by audiences. The interview explores the evolution of their live performances, the impact of online negativity, and the potential future of using technology like avatars in concerts, wrapping up with some fun sports banter. Toomey starts the show with a quick recap of PopCon and his experiences with the live podcast stage.Joshua Toomey on Facebook/Twitter @talktoomeytalk Support Toomey on Patreon www.patreon.com/talktoomey Concept Cafes Coffee https://www.conceptcafes.com Subscribe to Talk Toomey on YouTube for exclusive performances & in-depth interviews with the most exciting artists in aggressive music, deep dives into iconic artists' discography, and more. #talktoomey #bvb #andyblack #blackveilbrides #andybiersack #warpedtour

Fun, friends, laughter, and great guests! In this episode, we had a blast talking about all things pop culture, including movies, music, and TV shows. We played a hilarious round of "Don't Screw the Krew" with a lucky Kinda Nerdy Krew member winning a fantastic prize pack from Conquest Journals. We also had some special guests on the show, including Benjamin Byron Davis from Red Dead Redemption and Guardians of the Galaxy and our PopCon Preview Party included Carl from PopCon and Brandon Peters from the Brandon Peters Show! Plus Tia from Geek Vibes Nation checks in from New York with the latest on Deadpool and Wolverine, House of the Dragon and the new movie, Borderlands! If you missed out on the live show, don't worry! You can catch the full episode on our podcast platform. Just search for "The KJ Today Show" and get ready to immerse yourself in the positive vibes of pop culture. And don't forget, we have some exciting events coming up, including PopCon Louisville. If you're a member of the KJ Krew, you get two complimentary free one-day passes to the event. Make sure to sign up at kjkrew.com to be part of the fun. Thank you all for your continued support and positivity. Let's keep spreading those positive vibes and enjoying the world of pop culture together.   #kjtoday #popculture #talkshow #peopletoknow #pets #positivevibes 

Entramos en el último mes de la temporada de ‘La Pija y la Quinqui' con Bustamante. Nos cuenta cómo se fabricó una mesa con fuego, la idiosincrasia de sus perfumes, cómo le pone el chorizo su madre a las lentejas y lo peligroso que es el Everest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

At a drinks party in around 2011 or 2012, I had the ear of Andrew Feldman, aka Baron Feldman of Elstree, former Chairman of the Conservative Party—he of “swivel-eyed loons” fame, though he never actually said that. (Andrew is a friend, by the way.)“Tell George Osborne to buy back the gold Gordon Brown sold,” I advised.“At these prices?” smiled Andrew with a mix of incredulity, amusement, and polite condescension.“Yes!” I said. “It might be good publicity, even. Or do it secretly, and announce it afterward. The important thing is getting the gold back. We will need it at some point. Why not just quantitatively ease the money and buy it back? You're doing that and buying bonds.”Andrew laughed at my joke, which wasn't a joke, and then wandered off in search of someone more sane to talk to.Given the government has this extraordinary power to create money out of nothing, why don't they just print money and buy hard assets with it?Park that thought for a moment.A couple of months ago, I was at Liz Truss's book launch—aren't you impressed with all this name-dropping?—and I ran into Mark Littlewood, former director of the IEA and now of PopCon. I started bending his ear about the media's failure to report on the Bank of England and how it had shafted Truss with its advanced notice of gilt sales, Quantitative Tightening, which began the day before Kwasi Kwarteng's budget and led to a collapse in the gilt market, the blame for which was then left at Kwasi Kwarteng's doorstep. Mark nodded. “Do you think I don't know?” said Liz.“I would love to be able to grill Andrew Bailey in public,” I said. “Or just ask him one question with people watching. I know exactly what I'd ask him.”“What?” said Mark.“If the Bank of England can print money, why do we need taxes?”Mark laughed and, thinking I was asking him that question, replied, “Money illusion.”Charlie Morris is one of my closest mates and he writes what I think is one of the best investment newsletters out there, in fact a suite of them. I urge you to sign up for a free trial.Money illusion is one of those economic terms that is pretty self-explanatory, but here is an example. Most of know a hundred pounds does not buy you today what it bought you ten years ago, but we still think in terms of past prices. (Old people do this more, for obvious reasons). A worker might feel great with a 5% raise, but if inflation is 7%, he is actually earning less than before. This has been an ongoing process for decades with the result that, in real terms, wages are lower.Here's the Wikipedia definition (edited by me):In economics, money illusion, or price illusion, is a cognitive bias where money is thought of in nominal, rather than real, terms. In other words, the face value (nominal value) of money is mistaken for its purchasing power (real value) at a previous point in time. The term was coined by Irving Fisher in Stabilizing the Dollar, and popularized by John Maynard Keynes in the early twentieth century. Fisher also wrote a book on the subject, The Money Illusion, in 1928.Mark and I both doubted that Bailey would give that as the answer, even if he thought it, which we doubted he would. If governments started printing money and buying assets, many would start questioning money, and faith in fiat might quickly evaporate. If governments worldwide started doing it (eg Britain prints money and starts buying land in France) you are in race-to-the-bottom territory. It would be a race to the bottom for fiat currency.Even if Bailey thought money illusion was the answer, he certainly wouldn't say it because that in itself undermines fiat.Modern money has nominal value, but not intrinsic value. It relies on illusion (and the law) to function. The more you debase it, the less likely that illusion is to hold. Maybe money delusion is more accurate. Obviously, the backing of the law makes a great difference, as does the fact that taxes must be collected in this money, but, boy, is the system vulnerable. Illusions can last a long time. But when they shatter, they shatter very quickly, and then there is nothing.I don't say the system will pop. It has been going on for a long time. But I do observe that it very easily could.It's why I recommend both gold and bitcoin. Both are money in and of themselves: one is the product of nature, the other the product of extraordinary amounts of computer power. Neither relies on anyone else.If you liked this article, please tell a friend.If you are interested in buying gold, check out my recent report. I have a feeling it is going to come in very handy.My recommended bullion dealer is the Pure Gold Company.Life After the State - Why We Don't Need Government (2013), my first book, is now back in print - with the audiobook here: Audible UK, Audible US, Apple Books. I recommend the audiobook ;)And if you are in the Scottish neck of the woods this August, look out for me at the Edinburgh Fringe. I'll be performing one of my “lectures with funny bits”. This one is all about the history of mining. As always, I shall be delivering it at Panmure House, where Adam Smith wrote Wealth of Nations. It's at 2pm most afternoons. You can get tickets here. This is a public episode. 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In our latest episode, we had a blast discussing the latest random fandom fun! We reminisced about our time together at PopCon and shared some hilarious moments, including a debate about who was responsible for a deflated air mattress incident. We also had a lively discussion about various topics, including the upcoming Lord of the Rings movie, gaming news, and the latest TV shows like Bridgerton and Dead Boy Detectives. Tia shared her thoughts on the Fallout series on Amazon Prime, and we couldn't stop laughing about the antics in the show Resident Alien. Additionally, we delved into the world of Doctor Who and shared our excitement for the upcoming seasons of The Boys and 9-1-1.  Here are three key takeaways: Exciting News from Lord of the Rings: We discussed the latest news about a new Lord of the Rings movie directed by Andy Serkis. The working title, "The Hunt for Gollum," has got fans buzzing with anticipation. Even though Andy Serkis didn't spill the beans during his recent visit, we're thrilled about this upcoming project! Gaming News Galore: Tia from Geek Vibes shared some exciting gaming updates, including the success of the Fallout series on Amazon Prime. The show has been renewed for a second season and has become a fan favorite. If you're a fan of the Fallout games or just love a good series, this one is a must-watch! Hilarious Moments and Emotional Rollercoasters: From Joey McIntyre's guest appearance on Chicago Fire to the emotional rollercoaster of watching 9-1-1, we shared some funny and heart-wrenching moments from our recent TV binges. Whether it's laughing at ridiculous scenarios or shedding a tear over unexpected plot twists, we've got you covered with our TV show recommendations. Tune in to our latest episode to catch all the details, laughs, and surprises!

Godzilla turns 70 this year, and because of that, it's a special edition of Monster Mondays! To celebrate, Geoff was on the PopCon Indy Live Podcast Stage on Saturday, April 27, 2024 to talk about it. Check out this recording of the live show, For the Love of Godzilla! Geoff and Brandon Peters at PopCon Indy 2023 talking about Doctor Who's 60th anniversary: https://youtu.be/w8ybbQ14Ko0?si=KJ5Jo-pS0tVbzqbh Find new episodes of the Film Seizure Podcast every Wednesday and a new Monster Mondays each Monday at www.filmseizure.com Like what we do? Buy us a coffee! www.ko-fi.com/filmseizure Follow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/filmseizure/ Follow us on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/filmseizure.bsky.social Follow us on Mastodon: https://universeodon.com/@filmseizure Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/filmseizure/ You can now find us on YouTube as well! The Film Seizure Channel can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/c/FilmSeizure

Welcome back!! This week Moni and Kat recorded live from PopCon Indy to explore the overall popularity of comic books and their impact on pop culture. Tune in as the ladies discuss iconic characters from the DC and Marvel Universe, like Wonder Woman, Storm and the X-Men. If you're a fan of the show, you already know Star Trek made an appearance in the conversation!! Sit back and enjoy this fun and relevant conversation exploring the ways comic books open up our minds and help us process, and sometimes change, the world around us! Cheers!Dedication: To our patrons for your continued support! Thank you!Moni:  To Chris Spangle, friend of the show and creator of IN Podcasters network in Indy, which hosts quarterly podcast meetups at Switchboard, a local co-working space in Fountain Square. Our opportunity to participate in PopCon is a result of being involved with that organization and connecting with Brandon Peters. Special shout out to fellow ambassador and podcaster,  Brandon Peters for the opportunity to be a part of PopCon Indy. Thank you!Kat: To my baby cousin Kelley who will have a new baby very soon (follow her board game podcast Variance Hex varianthex.com/podcast) and to  X-Men 97 which I love!*Please be advised this episode is intended for adult audiences and contains adult language and content. We are expressing opinions on the show for entertainment purposes only.**Stranger than Fiction:

Holy cow, we're an award winning podcast! Listen in to learn all about it! Also, this isn't the end, we aren't going anywhere!This week, we're talking awards, Star Wars, and the Gamecube in honor of episode 128!GET IN TOUCH!regionunlockedpodcast@ gmail.com or InstagramSEND A VOICE MESSAGE!fanlist.com/regionunlockedMusic:Intro: A Worthy Struggle by HeatleyBrosVarious clips taken from gamesOutro: Gamecube Intro by VGR Remix

Ya'll seem to REALLY like this game. Chris Johnson of The Normies returns with me to do another round of this very vague, very silly game of poorly describing movies. I'm humbled and honored to see the seats fill up before we were even starting. And I think Chris and I should really just loosey […]

Onto the 2nd day of my PopCon Indy 2024 recordings. You know the drill on this one. Jessica. Patches. Me. Old Trivial Pursuit. This time they pick between the 2 old versions we've used before. This time, Patches gets a little crazy with the contestant picking and finds some voices familiar to Jessica and I. […]

Hello, Kinda Nerdy fans! In our latest episode, we had an absolute blast podcasting live from PopCon in Indianapolis. It was a special episode filled with laughter, heartfelt moments, and of course, all things nerdy! Joined by Tia from Geek Vibes Nation, we celebrated her first in-person appearance on the podcast, which added an extra layer of excitement to our discussions. We kicked off the episode with a fun anecdote about my less-than-stellar singing encounter with John Barrowman, setting the stage for a day filled with fandom and excitement. The episode was packed with highlights from PopCon, including our interactions with stars like Elijah Wood, Andy Serkis, and the actors from "Lord of the Rings." I shared a particularly memorable moment from the Andy Serkis panel, where he revealed the unexpected inspiration behind Gollum's voice—a cat having a hairball! We also delved into our fundraising efforts for Indie Neighborhood Cats, featuring exclusive "Lord of the Rings" art cards, and discussed the incredible array of activities available at PopCon, from gaming panels with the voices behind Red Dead Redemption and GTA V to unexpected delights like darts and wrestling. Our discussions were peppered with personal stories and reflections on how PopCon brings different fandoms together in a unique and inclusive way. We wrapped up the episode feeling grateful for the community, the shared passions, and the new memories we created. Thank you to everyone who joined us live, and for those who missed it, be sure to catch up on this unforgettable episode. Until next time, stay kinda nerdy!

Welcome to PopCon Indy 2024! I recorded 3 shows during the 3 day event. This first one comes from April 26th. This one is a Kick-Off show and tells you all about some of the fun things there are to do at PopCon. Some that many people don't even know about. Joining me on this […]

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We'r less than a month away from PopCon so we're throwing a party to get YOU excited! We talk nerdy (and cats!) with PopCon guest Colton Haynes plus Alex Spellman from the Championship Darts Circuit joins to share why darts is a perfect fit for the pop culture convention! We'll also preview all the celebs and experiences unique to PopCon with founder Carl Doninger and Podcast Stage host Brandon Peters of the Brandon Peters show!

Welcome back! This week the ladies look back at Nickelodeon in the late 1990's and early 2000's as they review the documentary "Quiet on the Set". This 5 episode docu-series on Max details allegations of abuse and toxic behavior behind the scenes on some of those hit Nickelodeon shows, which were run by Dan Schneider. One of the more newsworthy revelations deals with "Drake & Josh" co-star Drake Bell experiencing sexual  abuse from a voice coach named Brian Peck. Listen in as Moni and Kat discuss the impact of Nickelodeon on past and present generations, and the price some child stars paid to be a part of that legacy. Trigger warning: Sexual abuse involving minors is discussed in the documentary and episode. *Please be advised this episode is intended for adult audiences and contains adult language and content. We are not professionals and are expressing opinions on the show for entertainment purposes only.Dedication: To our wonderful patrons, thank you!Moni: To any and all victims of abuse of any kind. Kat: Beyonce' (Cowboy Carter) and Bill Burr for being the realist.Notes: About the documentary : https://play.max.com/show/af3591a1-d1e5-411d-8cf0-6bea605eb805Genre: Documentary/True CrimeDirected by Mary Robertson & Emma Schwartz Country of origin: United States Original language: English, No. of episodes 5. Episode 5 previews April 7th, 2024. https://variety.com/2024/tv/news/quiet-on-set-episode-5-drake-bell-breaking-the-silence-1235952489/Upcoing F.A.B. Events:Middle ground Comedy Fest April 27th at 3pm EST: Live show https://middlegroundcomedy.com/tickets/Pop Con at the convention center Sunday April 28th 1pm EST: Live show https://popcon.us/popcon-indy/

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On this week's episode: We unveil some horrifying Groundhog Day lore ... We find out just how popular the Popular Conservatives are ... And Twitter deals with Russian misinformation for the very first time. To support our show on Patreon, go here: https://www.patreon.com/skepticrat To hear more from Evil Giraffes on Mars, go here: https://www.facebook.com/EvilGiraffesOnMars Get great deals while supporting the show by checking out our sponsors: https://policygenius.com https://betterhelp.com/skepticrat https://trustandwill.com/skepticrat https://auraframes.com (code: SKEPTICRAT) Another amazing word of the day from Susie Dent: https://twitter.com/susie_dent Headline Sources: Tucker Carlson interviews Vladimir Putin: https://slate.com/news-and-politics/2024/02/tucker-carlson-putin-interview-fact-check-history.html King diagnosed with cancer, Buckingham Palace says: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-68208157  King Charles criticised for appointing pro-homeopathy doctor: https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2023/dec/10/king-charles-criticised-appointing-homeopath-michael-dixon-head-royal-medical-household Punxsutawney Phil predicts an early spring: https://apnews.com/article/groundhog-day-punxsutawney-phil-d73f9f79e4b5232bf573100136a6b86f Republicans don't know how to count: https://www.huffpost.com/entry/congress-republicans-alejandro-mayorkas-impeachment-border-deal-failures_n_65c2d67ae4b093b2e7816d96 Truss's PopCon group splinters on launch but attacks Sunak's policies: https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2024/feb/06/popular-conservatism-has-splintered-but-is-united-in-criticism-of-sunaks-policies Taylor Drift and Clark W. Blizzwald take top honors in Minnesota snowplow-naming contest: https://apnews.com/article/snowplow-contest-taylor-drift-blizzwald-beyonsleigh-0525c86addd6f8f4e579ccc3fd340238 Laurence Fox loses libel battle: https://www.theguardian.com/culture/2024/jan/29/laurence-fox-loses-libel-battle-with-twitter-x-users-he-called-paedophiles

Welcome to The Weekly Sceptic, episode 74! This week: Toby has all the gossip from Liz Truss's ‘PopCon' event; A criminal who gamed the asylum system commits a despicable chemical attack, yet Gillian Keegan and others claim this is “not really about asylum”; MP Mike Freer steps down due to death threats and an arson […]

Liz Truss is back! This time with a conference called 'Popular Conservatism', bringing together voices in the Conservative party and aiming to 'deliver popular conservative policies'. But what does the event really tells us about the state of right wing political thought in the UK today, and why were some of Truss's key allies not there? Cindy Yu talks to Katy Balls and Fraser Nelson. Produced by Cindy Yu.