Episodes
March 25, 2026
#148 John Perkins / Understanding Iranian War / Leaders v People / Competition NOT Enemies
John Perkins is an author and former Chief Economist (and/ or Economic Hitman). He was an advisor to the World Bank, the UN, IMF, Fortune 500 corporations, and government and business leaders in Africa, Asia, Latin America, the Middle East, and the United States. His 11 books on economics, shamanism, and transformation have sold over 2.5 million copies and been published in over 35 languages. https://johnperkins.org
March 24, 2026
Entertainment Series 12: Marc Eliot / Jack Nicholson / 60-70’s Hollywood/ Walt Disney & the FBI
Marc Eliot is a New York Times best selling author of more than a dozen books on pop culture. He has published over 30 books including Walt Disney: Hollywood’s Dark Prince, a biography on Cary Grant, and American Rebel: The Life of Clint Eastwood. He has two books in the works. Marceliot.net
March 22, 2026
#147 Thoughts on Israel / Who’s Representing Jews? / Biblical Exiles /The Need for Leadership
Solo episode recorded at 4 AM. I talk about - The Jewish concept of exile / the exiles that Jews been in and continue to live through, and what is different about this one (Edom). - The lack of vocal leaders that embody and spread traditional orthodox Jewish philosophy and perspective (like Rabbi Jonathan Sacks, the Lubavetcher Rebbe) - Israel’s internal confusion and identity crisis. - Who is speaking for Jews around the world, and should they be the voices representing them? - America’s b...
March 20, 2026
Health Series 6 Dr Golnosh Sharafsaleh / Dementia & Brain Care / Aging & Longevity / Beating Tragedy
Dr Golnosh Sharafsaleh is a geriatrician and co-founder of Golden Oak Medicine in Asheville, North Carolina. She is also the author of Life, Love, and the In -Between: A Geriatrician’s Journey Through Aging and the Meaning of Life. https://www.geriacademy.com https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/life-love-and-the-in-between-golnosh-sharafsaleh/1148927214
March 18, 2026
Science Series 3: Dr Lisa Gabel / Neurology / Dyslexia / Mind Controlled Drones / Music & the Brain
Dr Lisa Gabel earned her PhD in physiology and neurobiology, and an MA in Psychology/ Behavioral Neuroscience from the University of Connecticut. The research in her laboratory focuses on investigating the neurobiological mechanisms and underlying neurodevelopmental disorders (translating findings from genetic animal models to humans). Additionally, Dr. Gabel colleagues a multidisciplinary research program aimed at developing and improving EEG based brain-computer interface devices. https://si...
March 12, 2026
Science Series 2: Dr Ben McAllister / Dark Matter / Axioms / Theoretical Research vs Experimental
Dr Ben McAllister is a physicist, science communicator, and audio producer based in Melbourne, Australia. He obtained his B.Sc and Ph.D from University of West Australia, and studies dark matter, particle physics, ORGAN, and quantum technology. Additionally, he is the co-host of the science podcast The Uncertainty Principle, has produced episodes of the Naked Astronomy podcast, and joins the annual National Quantum and Dark Matter Road Trip https://www.bentmcallister.com
March 11, 2026
#146 Amy Binder / Left & Right on Campus / Trump / Libertarians / Organizational Influence on Campus
Amy Binder is an SNF-Agora Professor of Sociology at Johns Hopkins University. She earned her Ph.D. in Sociology from Northwestern University in 1998 and my BA in Anthropology from Stanford University in 1986. Amy is also the author of multiple books, including Becoming Right: How Campuses Shape Young Conservatives, and The Channels of Student Activism: How the Left and Right Are Winning and Losing in Campus Politics Today. https://soc.jhu.edu/directory/amy-binder/
March 5, 2026
Music Series 6: Adam White / MoTown Roots / Rhythm and Blues / Backdoor Talent
Adam White is the author of Motown: The Sound of Young America, with Barney Ales, and has written about music, the music industry and Motown for more than 40 years. Adam is a former editor-in-chief of Billboard, and co-author (with Fred Bronson) of The Billboard Book Of Number One Rhythm & Blues Hits. His work has been Grammy-nominated, he has written for the Library of Congress, and his voice has been sampled by Public Enemy. https://www.adampwhite.com https://www.adampwhite.com/westgrandblog...
March 2, 2026
#145 The Purim Story / Freedom and Danger / Prototypes in Biblical Characters
Solo episode diving into the Purim story, the characters and archetypes, freedom and danger, and national evolution.
Feb. 27, 2026
#144: Uri Hassan / Growing Up / Kivi Hershenov / Wrestling / Comedy Films
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Feb. 26, 2026
Science Series 1: Dr Kevin Hickerman /Nuclear Physics / StandUp Comedy / Scientific Advising on Thor
Dr Kevin Peter Hickerson is a nuclear physicist, businessman, inventor, and standup comedian. He is the host of the comedy podcast Surely You’re Joking, and has a dozen patents in 3D printing, robotics, tablet computing, machine learning, optics, and solar energy. https://www.kevinhickerson.com https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/surely-youre-joking/id1039559648 https://www.earthineering.company/team/kevin-hickerson
Feb. 20, 2026
Music Series 5: Dean Budnick / Relix / Jambands.com / Grateful Dead / Phish / Billy Strings
Dean Budnick is the editor in chief of Relix, founder of Jambands.com, and is an author, director, and professor. https://www.deanbudnick.com https://relix.com https://jambands.com ** We mentioned the Rolling Stones concert at Altamonte, and I incorrectly called the movie “Under my Thumb”, whereas the real name is “Gimme Shelter”** https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gimme_Shelter_(1970_film)
Feb. 19, 2026
Entertainment 11: Marc DiPaolo / Superheroes and Politics / Spider-Man’s Evolving Politics
Marc DiPaolo is an author, and assistant professor, teaching English and Film and English and Communication. He published the autobiographical novel Fake Italian (Bordighera Press) in 2021. DiPaolo has also written the academic books Fire and Snow: Climate Fiction from the Inklings to Game of Thrones (2018) and War, Politics, and Superheroes (2011). His media interviews include appearances on NPR, BBC4, and AMC’s documentary Robert Kirkman’s Secret History of Comics (ep. 4, 2017). He has a PhD ...
Feb. 12, 2026
143: Daniel Heck / AI and Authenticity / Lessons from Religion / Fear & Hope for the Future
Dan Heck is TUG’s (The Understanding Group) chief AI Ethicist, helping maintain ethics and values in competitive environments. Aiandfaith.org Understandinggroup.com
Feb. 11, 2026
142: Epstein & “The System” / Revolving Doors / Sunk Cost with Society / Rebels & Underdogs
Solo episode talking mostly Epstein. I cover - Newest evidence of a “system” trying to defend itself. - Reverse Revolving Doors, whistleblowers, and heroes like Mike Benz. - Sunk Cost & American Imperialism. - Thomas Massie and why he’s a great congressman to head the fight against the system. - Rebuilding and embracing American underdog / rebel energy. Links to documents and books referenced : - Epstein’s death announcement a day prior to “dying” https://www.justice.gov/epstein/files/Dat...
Feb. 9, 2026
#139: Sheekha Singh / Avoiding Burnout / Balancing Life / India -> Nebraska -> Canada
Sheekha Singh is a technologist, author, and podcast host from Hyderabad, India. Her books, The IT Girl; 3 Steps to Find Career Options for Young Women in Tech ( https://a.co/d/0fJNzVen) , and Unburnable Ambition; How Overachievers Win Without Burning Out ( https://a.co/d/0fy9f7W5), are available on Amazon. https://sheekhasingh.com
Feb. 6, 2026
#138: Ari Mendelow & Slugger AI / AI Companions / Loneliness Epidemic / Epstein Ties?!
Ari Mendelow is a software engineer for Microsoft, and founder of Spoonjoy. Slugger is a personalized ai Clawbot agent.
Feb. 4, 2026
Psychology Series 12: Dr Kelly Flanagan / Making Maintaining Friendships & Relationships
Dr. Kelly Flanagan is a coach and a licensed clinical psychologist with two decades of expertise in interpersonal relationships. His thought leadership has been featured in The Five Love Languages, the TODAY Show, Reader’s Digest, HuffPost, and Success magazine. His two non-fiction books—Loveable and True Companions—were #1 New Releases in Interpersonal Relationships on Amazon, and his bestselling first novel, The Unhiding of Elijah Campbell, has won multiple literary awards. He’s an internation...
Jan. 30, 2026
#137: James Thurber / Political Polarization / Elite vs Americans / Understanding Lobbying / Gov’t
Professor Jim Thurber is University Distinguished Professor of Government Emeritus and Founder (1979) and Founder and Former Director (1979-2016) of the Center for Congressional and Presidential Studies and Affiliate Distinguished Professor of Public Administration and Policy Emeritus at American University, Washington, D.C. He is author of numerous books and more than 90 articles and chapters on Congress, interest groups and lobbying, and campaigns and elections. Jim currently serves on the E...
Jan. 28, 2026
Entertainment Series 10: Tom Secker / Government & Hollywood / Propaganda / Aliens / CIA & Homeland
Tom Secker is an investigative journalist, writer and producer of the website Spyculture.com. He is the coauthor of National Security Cinema: The Shocking New Evidence of Government Control in Hollywood (https://a.co/d/j2QsJCz) , and Superheroes, Movies, and the State, How the US Government Shapes Cinematic Universes (https://a.co/d/afDvNRk)
Jan. 26, 2026
#138: Minnesota, 1st & 2nd Amendments / Create Your Own Algorithm/ Corporate Airbnbs
Solo episode talking about - Political pendulum swinging - Processing current events in Minnesota - My new podcast with William Mann - Creating our own algorithms in our lives - The corporatization of Airbnb If you enjoy, please like, subscribe, and give us five stars! For more information visit Cometogether-podcast.com
Jan. 23, 2026
History Series 4: William Mann / Hollywood History / Marlon Brando / Black Dahlia
William J Mann is an award winning and NYT best selling author, Hollywood historian, and professor of popular culture. He is the author of nearly a dozen books, including The Contender: The Story of Marlon Brando, The Wars of the Roosevelts: The Ruthless Rise of American’s Greatest Political Family, and Kate: The Woman who was Hepburn. His newest book, Black Dahlia : Murder, Monsters and Madness in Midcentury Hollywood is available as of January 27, 2026. https://williamjmann.com https://a.co...
Jan. 20, 2026
Entertainment Series 9: D.J. MacHale/ Writing Pendragon / AI & Post Capitalism / Creative Processes
D.J. MacHale is a writer, director, executive producer and creator of several popular television series and movies. As an author, his ten-volume book series: Pendragon: Journal of an Adventure Through Time and Space became a New York Times #1 bestseller. He is the co-creator of the popular Nickelodeon series: Are You Afraid of the Dark?, he produced all 91 episodes. D.J. also wrote and directed the movie Tower of Terror for ABC’s Wonderful World of Disney. The Showtime series Chris Cross was co...
Jan. 15, 2026
#137: Robin Dreeke / FBI CounterIntel / Spy Flipping / Social Media Madness / Big Picture Thinking
Robin Dreeke is a retired FBI Special Agent in CounterIntelligence and was the head of the Behavioral Analysis Program. He is the bestselling author of several books, including Unbreakable Alliances, People Formula Workbook2.0, and It’s Not All About “Me”, and is a speaker, advisor, and father. https://www.robindreeke.com https://x.com/rdreeke?s=21