Best Mateus Podcasts (2024)

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131 — Mateus Santolouco: IDW TMNT Artist — from Granite Con 2024 20:39

10d ago20:39

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At Granite Con 2024, host Brian VanHooker sat down with beloved IDW artist Mateus Santolouco to chat about his work on various Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles titles. From Mutant Nation to The Secret History of the Foot Clan to the main IDW TMNT book, Santolouco gets into the details of his incredible work with the Heroes in a Half Shell.Sound enginee…

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What's A Wave Cost At Surf Abu Dhabi? 56:53

7h ago56:53

56:53

This week on The Drop, we hear from Mitch Crews — former CTer and current Senior Director of Surf Abu Dhabi. Mitch breaks down what life is really like in the Middle East and gives his take on the WSL controversy around LGBTQ+ athletes traveling there for an event. Mikey C and Buck also discuss the current state of the surf industry (with the help …

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133 — Tom Waltz and Erik Burnham: Writer of IDW's TMNT Mutant Nation 43:13

4d ago43:13

43:13

Writers Tom Waltz and Erik Burnham join host Brian VanHooker to talk about IDW Comics' ongoing series Mutant Nation. While the main Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles book is narrowing its focus on the four Turtles, Mutant Nation will explore the exapnasive TMNT universe which IDW began back in 2011, starting off with a styory of Raphael at Area 51 and C…

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132 — Granite Con 2024 IDW Panel featuring Kevin Eastman and more! 47:44

5d ago47:44

47:44

At Granite Con 2024, Turtle Tracks host Brian VanHooker hosted the IDW Comics panel with a wide array of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles artists and writers. The lineup included TMNT co-creator Kevin Eastman, writers Tom Waltz and Erik Burnham, as well as artists Ben Bishop, Sarah Myer, Mateus Santoluoco Fero Pe, Gavin Smith, Luis Antonio Delgado and …

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Rasta's board art x surf performance theory 36:49

1h ago36:49

36:49

This week on the Drop, we learn about Dave Rastovich's paint job theory that is so seemingly obvious, yet nobody had bothered to state it before. Also, Mikey Feb proves that fish(es) can go backside. And an Aussie surf traveler becomes a (well-paid) Chinese Olympic surf coach.Yes, it's another fantastic week in surfing. Let's drop in.…

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EP65 - Branding Crash Course for Photographers -- with Dawn Charles 58:08

2d ago58:08

58:08

Whether you're just starting out or you're feeling like it's time for a brand refresh, we've got some seriously practical tips to help you level up your photography business. Today, we’ll break down what branding really means in photography, how to build a strong brand that pulls in your dream clients, and how to ensure every part of your client ex…

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The annual sponsorship cliff is here 44:31

4d ago44:31

44:31

Who's getting (re-)signed, who's getting dropped? It's that time of year when contracts either expire or renew, and we've got the inside scoop on some of surfing's most prominent figures. Also in this ep we discuss the reluctant return of Nick Rozsa, the truth about "sustainable" surfboards with Gary McNeill, and when it's okay to post about a swel…

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The Best Surf Film You've Never Seen ft. Jamie Brisick 1:04:31

16d ago1:04:31

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Former pro surfer and renowned surf writer and podcaster, Jamie Brisick, joins us for a discussion about one of surfing's most polarizing if fascinating figures — Peter Drouyn, aka Westerly Windina. Before that, Mikey and Buck break downs this week's biggest stories in surfing, including that crazy surf circus event in Waco and our best-ever ep of …

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Why Is Brazil So Dominant On The CS? 34:25

22d ago34:25

34:25

Brazil had 5 of the top 6 surfers on the men's Challenger Series this year and 6 in the top 10. As a result, they'll have 11 surfers on the CT in 2025, which is nearly one-third of the tour. However, Brazilians often fall off the CT only to requalify again the next year, reducing the amount of would-be rookies joining the tour. Why is this, and wha…

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Product in the sustainability space with Renato Silva (Scale Climate Action) - Episode #47 59:53

15d ago59:53

59:53

Do consider supporting The Product Un(censored) Show: ⁠⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/prodxcensored⁠⁠ We are back! This time, we've got another returnee to the show, Renato Silva. Renato was the Regional Head of Product and PMO for Tencent in Thailand where he worked for 7 years, and then decided to leave it all behind and go all in to make a differ…

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130 — Chogrin: Artist and Toy Designer of Kidrobot's TMNT Guru 48:12

15d ago48:12

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In this episode, host Brian VanHooker welcomes toy artist Chogrin, who created the TMNT Guru art toy for Kidrobot. In the interview, Chogrin offers up his history with the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and shares the creative process with the six-armed TMNT Guru sculpture.Sound engineering by Ian Williams. Follow Turtle Tracks Podcast on Instagram: …

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CT Schedule Review, Saquarema Predictions + Taj's Thoughts On Trilogy 1:10:24

20d ago1:10:24

1:10:24

First and foremost, apologies for the distorted audio — we found this new AI tool that we thought had resolved our amateurish sound design — turns out it just makes it back in a different way. But the show must go on!In the first half of this ep, Stace G and Mikey C dissect the recently released 2025 CT schedule and preview the final CS event of th…

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129 — A.C. Farley: Mirage-Era TMNT Artist/Painter 1:33:02

23d ago1:33:02

1:33:02

In this episode, host Brian VanHooker up with none other than A.C. Farley from the Mirage-era of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Having painted the covers for TMNT Vol.2 #1, the original Vol. 1 collected book covers and all the covers for the Return to New York storyline, Farley is responsible for some of the most dynamic art to ever feature the …

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Rasta's Best Barrel + JOB On Remaining Relevant 46:19

26d ago46:19

46:19

Electric Acid is officially in orbit, and Dave Rastovich is its star — this week we hear from Rasta at the world premiere of ep 1, along with his shaper Gary McNeil on the futuristic surfboard construction that encases all of our EAST crafts. Later, JOB remains how he's stayed relevant all these years, we discuss how much it costs to qualify for th…

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EP64 - Overcome Perfectionism and Unlock Your Creative Freedom -- with Daniel Kim 1:02:41

28d ago1:02:41

1:02:41

Today, we’re sitting down with Daniel Kim, an extraordinary wedding photographer known for his deeply intuitive, documentary-style approach. Daniel's journey began when he started taking photos after the passing of his mother when he was just 17. Since then, photography has become not only his profession but a way of truly connecting with people an…

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JJF Explains His Pre-Finals Ritual + Stab Highway Horrors Revealed 40:47

1M ago40:47

40:47

We're back after a three week hiatus! Mikey and Buck break down everything that's been happening lately — Stab Highway, Stab Con, the Quik Fest — before Sam McIntosh shares his exclusive post-Finals chat with John Florence. Get the full JJF interview plus other news at stabmag.comBy STAB

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Darshana Mathews on the Projector experience, mystical aspects of Human Design, the 2027 prophecy, and more 1:18:48

1M ago1:18:48

1:18:48

Darshana Mathews is a long-time Human Design teacher and analyst at the International Human Design School. Her journey has taken her from the stages of New York City to spiritual communities across Europe and Asia. With a background in theater, music, anthropology, and multiple healing modalities, Darshana's lifelong quest to understand existence l…

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EP63 - Digital or Film? Choosing the Right Medium -- with Jake Tovar 59:34

1M ago59:34

59:34

Jake Tovar is a film photographer based in San Luis Obispo, and trust me—you’re going to love his story. Jake went from snapping pics on his iPhone to becoming a master of film photography, where every shot counts, and it’s all about that beautiful, intentional process. In this episode, Jake opens up about how he builds real, genuine relationships …

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128 — Anna Chavez & Griffin Hansen: TMNT Historical Marker in Dover, NH 42:41

2M ago42:41

42:41

In this episode, Anna Chavez and Griffin Hansen tell the story of how they honored the legacy of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles by successfully campaigning for a historical marker in the TMNT birthplace of Dover, New Hampshire. Hansen, a film director and writer, is a Dover native, while Chavez is an artist and dedicated TMNT fan. Check out the m…

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EP62 - Pricing, Pivoting, and Pushing Through -- with Anni Graham 50:57

2M ago50:57

50:57

Today, we’re thrilled to welcome back Anni Graham to the podcast. Anni is an incredibly talented photographer known for her timeless, emotive style. She’s captured elopements and love stories in some of the most stunning locations around the world and, more recently, has decided to focus her energy on generating bookings in the luxury wedding marke…

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Mateus Herdy Explains Why Italo Didn't Win at Lowers 1:51:30

2M ago1:51:30

1:51:30

This week on the drop Mikey C is joined by the talented, handsome, charismatic & opinionated Mateus Herdy in Miami, Fl. before his journey starts on stab highway pres. by Monster Energy. Matues gives us a candid look into the finals day at Lowers and rare insight into the Brazilian Surf Scene.Thanks for your time Mateus, we hope you enjoy it.…

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127 — Mark Bodé & Molly Bodé: Mirage Comics Era Artist & Licensing Assistant 1:09:15

2M ago1:09:15

1:09:15

In this episode of Turtle Tracks, host Brian revists the Mirage days of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles with a conversation with husband and wife duo, Mark Bodé & Molly Bodé. Son of underground comics legend Vaughn Bodé, Mark is an artist who did a number of stories for Mirage during the days of Turtle-Mania, including issues #18 and #32, along wi…

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Stab's Picks For The 2024 WSL Finals 44:02

2M ago44:02

44:02

We're (potentially) two days away from crowning our world champions — who will take home eternal glory at two foot Lowers?After asking the experts — Carissa Moore, Taj Burrow, Shane Dorian etc — Stace G and Mikey C give us their picks.By STAB

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Why Are Used Boards Selling Better Than New? 41:11

2M ago41:11

41:11

It's a bridge week on the drop, between the two biggest WSL events of the season. Still, lots to discuss: - why are used boards selling better than new?- how is Ross Williams gonna coach Tati and John to titles?- why is Dane Reynolds riding a board with two tales?- is our Stab writer high?- why did Carissa unblock us?- and more!And New York residen…

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Post-Fiji Drinks With Griffin Colapinto 1:09:09

2M ago1:09:09

1:09:09

The Cloudbreak event just ended, and Stace G is on the ground with champion Griffin Colapinto to discuss his feelings on the win and plans for the 2024 WSL Finals. Mikey and Stace break down Erin Brooks' maiden victory, the men's and women's Final 5s and more, before Buck makes his long-awaited return to the podcast. Virginia Beach residents, liste…

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EP61 - Flipping the Script on Market Saturation -- with Alora Rachelle 50:12

2M ago50:12

50:12

Today, we're addressing a topic that is hot on the lips of many in our photography community – the oversaturated wedding photography market. We know you’ve thought about it, too, but what if we flipped the script and told you it's actually a good thing? In a world flooded with images, standing out as a wedding photographer is no easy feat. Yet, thi…

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Jordy Smith's Top 5 Predictions 38:02

2M ago38:02

38:02

Join us for another week of contest news as Mikey C, Stace G and Jordy Smith give you their Fiji and Top 5 Predictions.Swell on the way!By STAB

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Our Special Guest Is "Not" Kelly's Long Lost Cousin 46:29

3M ago46:29

46:29

Or so Evan Slater says. In this week's pod, Mikey C gets on with former pro surfer and former marketing head of Hurley and Billabong to discuss:- whether Tenore will fail or succeed- the cult of Al Cleland Jr. - ethical localism & more!By STAB

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Alokanand Diaz on truth and facts, Pluto's influence, evolution of the Solar Plexus, importance of the BodyGraph, and the foundation of Human Design 1:49:44

3M ago1:49:44

1:49:44

Alokanand Diaz is a prominent Human Design teacher currently living in Spain. His life changed after he met Ra Uru Hu in Ibiza in 1993, which led him to become one of Ra's first students and a Certified Human Design Analyst and Teacher. He spent years traveling with Ra and serving as his Spanish translator. In this episode, Alok returns to speak wi…

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126 — Isaac Elliott-Fisher: Co-producer of Turtle Power Documentary & Upcoming Vol.2 1:01:03

3M ago1:01:03

1:01:03

In this episode, host Brian VanHooker chats with Isaac Elliott-Fisher, one of the producers of the beloved 'Turtle Power' documentary as well as the upcoming second volume, TMNT: Evolution, Mutation, & Reboot, which will be launching on Kickstarter soon. Sign up to be notified on launch of the Kickstarter here: https://kickstarter.com/projects/defi…

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Why We Turned Off The HSGP Comments 1:09:40

3M ago1:09:40

1:09:40

Stab co-founder Sam McIntosh joins Mikey C on The Drop to discuss the new episode of How Surfers Get Paid and all the drama surrounding it. Later, Stace comes on to discuss the Olympics, shark attacks, and our new Stab Interview with Soli Bailey.And don't miss out on this week's Hurley surf shop giveaway at Jack's Surfboards, this Saturday, August …

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125 — Brian Kulbacki: Owner of Departed Soles Brewery in Jersey City, NJ 58:24

3M ago58:24

58:24

In this episode, host Brian VanHooker travels to Departed Soles Brewery in Jersey City, New Jersey to chat with owner Brian Kulbacki. Kulbacki is a die-hard Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles fan and many of the beers he's brewed have been inspired by the TMNT. Most recently, he brewed the Party Wagon beer for Portsmouth Mini-Con 40. Sound engineering by…

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200k IG Followers For A $1M Photo 32:36

3M ago32:36

32:36

As part of his contract with the AFP, Jerome Brouillet was only paid a day rate for his viral image of Gabriel Medina, with no ownership or royalties. "That's a million dollar photo, and he'll probably makes $400 from it," Morgan Maassen told us. "$400 and a lunch," Ryan Miller quipped. Stace G and Mikey C discuss this and many more Tahitian headli…

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Teahupo'o, Medina, And Surfing's Big Moment 38:45

3M ago38:45

38:45

Stacey G and Mikey break down everything that's happened thus far in the surfing Olympics, with cameos from Team USA coaches Shane Dorian & Mitchell Ross, plus the one-man Japanese band Jake Paterson.By STAB

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We're At The Olympics! 1:05:42

3M ago1:05:42

1:05:42

Live from Tahiti, Mikey and Stace break down their 2024 Teahupo'o picks and rumors from the ground. Later, Buck joins for the pod to discuss the rest of the week's news and a major Drop update. And stay tuned for our Hurley Phantom giveaway....By STAB

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124 — Andrew Farago: Author of TMNT The Ultimate Visual History 1:06:51

3M ago1:06:51

1:06:51

In this episode, host Brian VanHooker chats with Andrew Farago, author of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Ultimate Visual History from Insight Editions, which has a revised and updated edition coming on July 23, 2024. Featuring forewards from both Peter Laird and Kevin Eastman, The Ultimate Visual History beautifully details the entire history of…

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What's more likely, Jordy Olympic Gold OR Qualify for Top 5? 41:11

3M ago41:11

41:11

Welcome back to another massive week in surf news.This week Brendan Buckley aka Big Dick Power Surf is joined by Paul Evans as Mikey takes on the world bests at the Bioglan World Longboard Title event at Bells Beach Australia.Be surf to listen out for the Hurley Surf Shop Giveaway! If you're near WRV Outer Banks & Virginia Beach pay extra close att…

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123 — Granite Con 2024: September 21 & 22, 2024 in Manchester, NH 22:44

4M ago22:44

22:44

In this episode, host Brian VanHooker chats with Granite Con co-owner Chris Proulx about how Granite Con became an annual TMNT con, highlights from the past and what to expect this year, including a sum-up of all the guests from the storied history of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. 2024's Granite Con is going to be on September 21 and 22 at the …

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Don't Do (These) Drugs Before Surfing 44:55

4M ago44:55

44:55

Apparently, they make you rip so hard that you're banned from competition for three years. This week, Mikey and Buck discuss the Vasco Ribeiro drug test kerfuffle, the best surfing John John's filmer has ever seen, Noah Beschen's new deal, and whether or not shark deterrence devices actually work.By STAB

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EP60 - A Photographer’s Journey with Disability -- with Michele Mateus 1:02:48

4M ago1:02:48

1:02:48

Have you ever felt like the odds are stacked against you as a photographer? Wondered how to adapt your craft in the face of limitations? Today, we're featuring a truly inspiring portrait photographer, Michele Mateus. Michele’s here to share her remarkable story of resilience and reinvention. In this episode, Michele will reveal how she’s redefined …

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Product Management in Climate Tech & PropTech with Jason Gregory (The Climate Risk Group) - Episode #46 1:19:05

4M ago1:19:05

1:19:05

Do consider supporting The Product Un(censored) Show: ⁠⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/prodxcensored⁠⁠ In this episode, we deep dive into the world product management within the realm of climate tech and proptech with Jason Gregory, Head of Product at the Climate Risk Group in Australia. He was formerly the Product Director at PropertyGuru and VP, Pr…

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122 — Retailers Special #1 1:25:42

4M ago1:25:42

1:25:42

In this episode, host Brian VanHooker chats with four retailers that specialize in various TMNT products. @2ndtimearoundtoysandcomics is a Las Vegas-based retro toy dealer. @east_coast_toyz is a New England-based retro toy dealer. @pixels2perlers sells Perler bead art based on retro video games. @customhatsny makes TMNT hats from reto bedsheets. Fi…

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Shane Dorian Reveals Why He Quit Jaws 42:01

4M ago42:01

42:01

A huge week in surfing, spearheaded by an exclusive interview with the US Olympic coach (and Stab High commentator) Shane Dorian. Shane comes in around the 8-minute mark to discuss his thoughts on the Olympics, big wave safety, fatherhood and more. Beyond that, Mikey and Buck break down the worst way to lose a heat, how NOT to hide your key while s…

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121 — Woodman Museum, Dover, NH: Executive Director Jonathan Nichols on TMNT Exhibit 22:00

4M ago22:00

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In this episode, host Brian VanHooker talks to Jonathan Nichols, executive director of the Woodman Museum in Dover, New Hampshire. Dover is the birthplace of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and was recently honored with an historical marker and a memorial manhole cover on the spot where Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird first conceived of the Ninja Tu…

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120 — Erik Burnham & Sarah Myer of Saturday Morning Adventures: IDW TMNT 40th Anniversary Special 1:18:11

4M ago1:18:11

1:18:11

In this episode, host Brian VanHooker is joined by writer Erik Burnham and artist Sarah Myer of IDW's Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Saturday Morning Adventures. They all discuss issues 12, 13 and 14 in depth, discusses the plot where Ogg has the 1987 TMNT meet various other incarnations of the characters. Additionally, Burnham and Myer discuss the …

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The Man Who Stole Secret Waves 1:07:26

4M ago1:07:26

1:07:26

Brazil chat starts @ the 43-minute mark, for the iPad kids out there. Before that, Mikey and Buck break down the rest of this week's surf news and make a $100 wager on recent Stab High winner Eithan Osborne's future (who also features in the ep).By STAB

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EP59 - Your Guide to Instagram Reels -- with Angela Shae 45:04

4M ago45:04

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Today, we’re going to dive straight into the world of Instagram reels with Angela Shae. Angela is a former wedding photographer who transitioned to social media management and template creation to help photographers like you rock their Instagram presence. She’s also the founder of Social Templates, a done-for-you Instagram Reel template service for…

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119 — Tristan Jones & Paul Harmon from Tales of the TMNT Vol.2 : IDW TMNT 40th Anniversary Special 44:10

4M ago44:10

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In this episode, host Brian VanHooker continues coverage of the IDW Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 40th Anniversary Special by welcoming writer Tristan Jones and artist Paul Harmon. Jones and Harmon worked together on Tales of the TMNT Volume 2 back in the 2000's, telling stories about a NYC gang war the Turtles got pulled into and they return for th…

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Christine Spicer on deconditioning, teaching in aura, definition and undefined centers, and more 1:18:28

5M ago1:18:28

1:18:28

In this episode, we are speaking with Christine Spicer, a 6/2 Reflector and founder of Human Design New Zealand. With over a decade of experience as an IHDS certified Analyst and Teacher, Christine shares her entry into Human Design and her exploration of transits and deconditioning, especially through spending a month entirely alone. We discuss he…

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118 — Lloyd Goldfine, Emilio Lopez, Khary Randolph from TMNT 2003: IDW TMNT 40th Anniversary Special 43:51

4M ago43:51

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Continuing the TURTLE TRACKS coverage for IDW's TMNT 40th Anniversary special, Brian VanHooker interviews Lloyd Goldfine, executive producer of TMNT 2003, as well as artists Emilio Lopez and Khary Randolph. All three of them discuss the behind-the-scenes world of the 2003 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles series as well as coming back to the franchise f…

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