Best Grande Illusion Podcasts (2024)

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Sally Rossiter | Applied Metaphysics, Spirituality of Water, Working with the Elements, and more… 1:22:47

5h ago1:22:47

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“The waters of the world are rising…water moves the world” – Sally RossiterWe’re thrilled to have Sally Rossiter join us. Sally wears many hats: she’s a teacher, a healer, and a channel. With over 20 metaphysical workshops under her belt, she’s a true expert in the field. In this conversation, we’ll delve into applied metaphysics, specifically when…

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Heather Ivany | Interview from Inside the Akashic Records 1:53:31

10h ago1:53:31

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“The creation of a business is the answer to other people’s prayers” – Heather IvanyIn this captivating episode of The Derek Loudermilk Show, join host Derek Loudermilk and special guest Heather Ivany, an esteemed Akashic Records reader and teacher, as they embark on a groundbreaking exploration. Episode 407 delves into uncharted territory as Derek…

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The Sword & the Sorcerer on Movie Monday (E257) 1:09:14

4d ago1:09:14

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Well, what do you know? It’s Movie Monday again and this month’s movie was Albert Pyun's horror-tinged fantasy The Sword & the Sorcerer, a movie I learn I've not seen before. This episode features contributions from: (in order of appearance) Jason Connerley of Nerd’s RPG Variety Cast (podcast & blog) Joe Richter of Hindsightless (podcast) MW Lewis …

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Between the Borderlands: In Defence of Nostalgia (More Dark Crystal) (E256) 12:57

6h ago12:57

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MW Lewis of The World of MW Lewis finally makes the transition from Nerd’s RPG Variety Cast to join us for movie night, swooping in to defend The Dark Crystal’s honour. This month’s movie is Albert Pyun's The Sword & The Sorcerer from 1982. See below for details on contacting the show. The episode airs on the 27th, submissions by the 25th, please. …

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Gen Z Is Doing the Damn Thang! 21:24

3h ago21:24

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In this episode, I discuss the Gen Zs doing what we should have done! Vibrating higher and connecting us all even in tragedy! Temet Nosce- Know Thyself is the higher order of this generation and it's about damn time! Cultivate a polymathic mind with a few links!THE LIFE OF SAINT ISSAhttps://sacred-texts.com/chr/uljc/uljc06.htm Meaning of Woman and …

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False Starts in Solo (E255) 42:12

5h ago42:12

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In this episode, after responding to a couple of great calls from Michael of Mirke the Meek (podcast) and Colin Green of Spikepit (podcast), I explore my struggle with solo roleplaying games, playing other roleplaying games solo and getting my head around gaming in general with a host of awesome RPGs getting mentioned along the way. In order of app…

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Welcoming the Witness 53:15

9h ago53:15

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Welcoming & allowing everything the present moment brings is key to the remembrance of our true nature. Instead of taking the juicy bait that "evidence" brings, what becomes possible when one simply allows all of the feelings, emotions, stories to be felt? When one invites it all into the light of awareness, a whole new experience begins to emerge …

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Between The Borderlands: Crystal Reflections & Titans Return (E254) 37:40

17d ago37:40

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Here’s another Movie Monday feedback episode. I have a couple of calls to share regarding The Dark Crystal episode then the Southwest Sofa Crew look back to this time last year at the first-ever Movie Monday feature, the Harryhausen classic Clash of the Titans. This episode features contributions from: (in order of appearance) Joe Richter of Hindsi…

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Between The Borderlands: Flower Box (The Valley of Flowers) (E253) 10:11

1M ago10:11

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Here’s an audio unboxing for your listening pleasure. Jedediah Berry & Andrew McAlpine’s The Valley of Flowers is a fantasy campaign setting of mythic adventure in a world gone strange, for use with Old-School Essentials and Cairn which I think would make a great companion for Chris McDowall’s Mythic Bastionland. Check out this review of The Valley…

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Episode 152 - Styx & Kansas Part 5, 1978 - Pieces Of Eight 1:25:56

24d ago1:25:56

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Episode 152 – Styx & Kansas Part 5, 1978 – Pieces of EightThe year 1978 brings us just one offering from Styx, Pieces of Eight. This album was well known for it’s monster single Renegade (go Tommy Shaw!!), but the conversation gets a lot deeper. In this episode, the group sifts through often contradictory views of this offering. There should be som…

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The Grand Illusion (4D Feedback) (E252) 23:50

16d ago23:50

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In this episode, I respond to an awesome call from Joe Richter of Hindsightless regarding Mythic Bastionland before getting into some 4D roleplaying feedback from Anthony “Runeslinger” Boyd of Casting Shadows (podcast & YouTube) and Che Webster of Roleplay Rescue (podcast & blog) that leads to me reassessing of some of my assumptions regarding this…

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The Dark Crystal on Movie Monday (E251) 1:05:27

1M ago1:05:27

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It’s Movie Monday and this month it’s the turn of groundbreaking puppet fantasy The Dark Crystal directed by Jim Henson and Frank Oz John from 1982. This episode features contributions from: (in order of appearance) Colin Green of Spikepit (podcast) Evil Jeff of Minions & Musings (podcast) Joe Richter of Hindsightless (podcast) Michael of Mirke the…

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Episode 77: The Return to Health Wisdom and Truth in Medicine With Daniel Roytas 1:32:40

13d ago1:32:40

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Leading health educator and author Daniel Roytas joins Brendan to discuss his journey from being a naturopath and nutritionist to quitting his job as a lecturer and swinging a wrecking ball through established health dogma. Daniel elucidates the mistakes made in the mainstream health/disease maintenance paradigm, problems with disease labels, the s…

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The Bastion Social 003 (Mythic Bastionland) (E250) 1:11:03

1M ago1:11:03

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To celebrate my 250th episode, I'm joined by the wonderful Barney Dicker of Loco Ludus for the long-awaited third installment of The Bastion Social where we take a look at the pre-print PDF of Chris McDowall's forthcoming Mythic Bastionland. Honourable mention: Pilgrimage of the Sun Guard, a solo adventure game by Amanda P. Featured in episode 198 …

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But is it Really Roleplay? (4D Roleplaying, Jubensha, Braunstein) (E249) 12:25

2M ago12:25

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In this episode I that a look into 4D roleplaying as discussed by Sameøldji on episode 14 of their podcast The Four Dimensional Model of Roleplaying. https://open.spotify.com/episode/035cpq8HK6aK3ekVSI3ln9?si=UYL2wQVhTLqnoL-UWXIfyA I also came across a couple of YouTube videos that relate to the topic. Firstly, Quintin “Quinns” Smith takes a trip t…

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Between the Borderlands: Twice as Mice (Mausritter: The Estate) (E248) 11:26

2M ago11:26

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Just sharing a surprise unboxing and a call from Colin Green of Spikepit (podcast). This month’s movie is Jim Henson's The Dark Crystal from 1982. Contributions submitted by the end of April 26th, please. See below for details on contacting the show. Leave me an audio message via ⁠https://www.speakpipe.com/KeepOffTheBorderlands You can email me at …

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Episode 151 - Styx & Kansas Part 4, 1977 - The Grand Illusion And Point Of Know Return 1:46:30

2M ago1:46:30

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Episode 151 – Styx & Kansas Part 4, 1977 – The Grand Illusion and Point of Know ReturnThe year of 1977 is a huge one in the Styx / Kansas timeline. Point of Know Return is the album that sent Kansas into the stratosphere. With the title track and the timeless Dust In the Wind, Point of Know Return is truly a classic album that you should listen to …

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Between the Borderlands: Virgins & Revisions (E247) 19:11

2M ago19:11

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Just a little Movie Monday feedback concerning Dragonslayer and Excalibur. This episode features contributions from: (in order of appearance) Jason Connerley of Nerd’s RPG Variety Cast (podcast & blog) Joe Richter of Hindsightless (podcast) Karl Rodriguez of the GMologist Presents… (podcast & YouTube) This month’s movie is Jim Henson's The Dark Cry…

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SCS33 - King's X In Houston, May 2023 45:40

2M ago45:40

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SCS33 – King’s X in Houston, May 2023Joe gets a chance to share his experience seeing King’s X for a second time as they toured to promote Three Sides of One. This show was in Houston in the spring of 2023. From the venue and the opening acts, it was a show to remember. Watching from the pit, Joe got to experience the full glory of King’s X as they…

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Was Aaron Bushnell Suicide Or A Needed Wake Up Call? 21:01

2M ago21:01

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In this episode, I delve into the heartbreaking story of Aaron Bushnell, illustrating how societal complicity tragically unfolds. Far too often, those labeled as unstable by dominant powers emerge as catalysts for widespread awakening and emotional growth, urgently needed in our tumultuous times. Our carefully constructed belief systems have severe…

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Special Episode - Interview With Brian Heaton And Brian Naron On Roads To Madness 1:10:51

2M ago1:10:51

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Special Episode – Interview with Brian Heaton and Brian Naron on Roads to MadnessProgressive Palaver are thrilled to welcome back authors Brian Heaton and Brian Naron to discuss their new book Roads to Madness: The Touring History of Queensrÿche (1981 – 1997). Following on the heels of their first book Building an Empire, Roads provides a comprehen…

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Excalibur on Movie Monday (E246) 1:08:54

2M ago1:08:54

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It’s Movie Monday again and the movie for March was John Boorman’s Arthurian epic Excalibur from 1981. Liam Neeson meets Helen Mirren anecdote https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aoY0J5jSbTM This episode features contributions from: (in order of appearance) Safer of Safer Fantasy Crafting (podcast) Karl Rodriguez of the GMologist Presents… (podcast & Y…

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Contes de l'Ile d'Ea #8 I Les Villages de l'ombre et de la lumière - Line Dupré 7:06

1M ago7:06

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Sur une idée originale et sous la direction de Mario Bompart, ces textes pour enfants sont adaptés par les élèves du cycle 3 Théâtre du Conservatoire de Bayonne pour devenir des fictions radiophoniques. Chacun a pris en charge la ré-écriture et la réalisation sonore d'un conte, les autres s’y intégrant en tant que personnages, bruiteurs, etc... Ce …

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Contes de l'Ile d'Ea #7 I Radio Moineaux - Rémi Mastrago 4:50

1M ago4:50

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Sur une idée originale et sous la direction de Mario Bompart, ces textes pour enfants sont adaptés par les élèves du cycle 3 Théâtre du Conservatoire de Bayonne pour devenir des fictions radiophoniques. Chacun a pris en charge la ré-écriture et la réalisation sonore d'un conte, les autres s’y intégrant en tant que personnages, bruiteurs, etc... Ce …

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Contes de l'Ile d'Ea #6 I Le Corps pétri - Louane Feuillade Heurtaux 5:22

1M ago5:22

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Sur une idée originale et sous la direction de Mario Bompart, ces textes pour enfants sont adaptés par les élèves du cycle 3 Théâtre du Conservatoire de Bayonne pour devenir des fictions radiophoniques. Chacun a pris en charge la ré-écriture et la réalisation sonore d'un conte, les autres s’y intégrant en tant que personnages, bruiteurs, etc... Ce …

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Contes de l'Ile d'Ea #5 I Les Confessions du bout de la digue - Lucas Naya 8:40

2M ago8:40

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Sur une idée originale et sous la direction de Mario Bompart, ces textes pour enfants sont adaptés par les élèves du cycle 3 Théâtre du Conservatoire de Bayonne pour devenir des fictions radiophoniques. Chacun a pris en charge la ré-écriture et la réalisation sonore d'un conte, les autres s’y intégrant en tant que personnages, bruiteurs, etc... Ce …

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Contes de l'Ile d'Ea #4 I La Ville à vitesses - Erwann Groult 8:18

2M ago8:18

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Sur une idée originale et sous la direction de Mario Bompart, ces textes pour enfants sont adaptés par les élèves du cycle 3 Théâtre du Conservatoire de Bayonne pour devenir des fictions radiophoniques. Chacun a pris en charge la ré-écriture et la réalisation sonore d'un conte, les autres s’y intégrant en tant que personnages, bruiteurs, etc... Ce …

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Contes de l'Ile d'Ea #3 I Quel temps - Solène Mozas 4:31

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Sur une idée originale et sous la direction de Mario Bompart, ces textes pour enfants sont adaptés par les élèves du cycle 3 Théâtre du Conservatoire de Bayonne pour devenir des fictions radiophoniques. Chacun a pris en charge la ré-écriture et la réalisation sonore d'un conte, les autres s’y intégrant en tant que personnages, bruiteurs, etc... Ce …

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Contes de l'Ile d'Ea #2 I Le Volcan de lait - Raphaël Lambert 6:14

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Sur une idée originale et sous la direction de Mario Bompart, ces textes pour enfants sont adaptés par les élèves du cycle 3 Théâtre du Conservatoire de Bayonne pour devenir des fictions radiophoniques. Chacun a pris en charge la ré-écriture et la réalisation sonore d'un conte, les autres s’y intégrant en tant que personnages, bruiteurs, etc... Ce …

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Contes de l'Ile d'Ea #1 I D'Ea - Ainhoa Baron 5:30

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Sur une idée originale et sous la direction de Mario Bompart, ces textes pour enfants sont adaptés par les élèves du cycle 3 pour devenir des fictions radiophoniques. Chacun a pris en charge la ré-écriture et la réalisation sonore d'un conte, les autres s’y intégrant en tant que personnages, bruiteurs, etc... Ce sont des histoires "originelles", am…

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Episode 150 - Styx & Kansas Part 3, 1976 - Crystal Ball And Leftoverture 1:19:00

2M ago1:19:00

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Episode 150 – Styx & Kansas Part 3, 1976 – Crystal Ball and LeftovertureIn this episode, the group covers 1976 in the combo Styx / Kansas timeline. Crystal Ball sees the introduction of Tommy Shaw to the Styx lineup. Some of the results are immediately remarkable and some of the results are as uneven as the rest of the catalog to this point. Crysta…

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Episode 76: Bosnian Pyramids and the New Earth That's Possible with Dr Sam Osmanagic 1:19:50

1M ago1:19:50

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Dr. Sam Osmanagic has opened a whole new chapter in the World of archaeology. In contrast to the archaeologists at the other sites, he uses an interdisciplinary scientific approach and has demonstrated that the oldest and best pyramids served as energy amplifiers rather than being constructed as tombs. As a result, this energy was used as a communi…

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Flogging a Dead Dragon & AOB (Further DragonSlayer Feedback) (E245) 38:29

3M ago38:29

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Well, March flew by all too quickly. This is me playing catchup before Movie Monday comes around again. This month’s movie is John Boorman’s Excalibur from 1981. Contributions are required for March 22nd. See details for contacting the show below. This episode features contributions from: (in order of appearance) Jason Connerley of Nerd’s RPG Varie…

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Episode 149 - Styx & Kansas Part 2, 1975 - Song For America, Masque, And Equinox 1:47:18

2M ago1:47:18

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Episode 149 – Styx & Kansas Part 2, 1975 – Song for America, Masque, and EquinoxIn this episode, the group covers 1975 in our combined Kansas and Styx timeline with three strong albums. Song for America, the sophomore effort from Kansas, shows a band that is racing ahead in their development behind the strength of the title track and Lamplight Symp…

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Episode 148 - Styx - Kansas Part 1, Preamble And 1972 To 1974 - Styx to Man of Miracles & Kansas 1:22:14

3M ago1:22:14

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Episode 148 – Styx - Kansas Part 1, Preamble and 1972 to 1974In the start of our new combined segment on Styx and Kansas, we explore how we all got into these bands. Our plan is to cover these bands on a year by year basis, to the extent we are able. Family stories abound as we discuss our earliest experiences with these two American stalwarts. We …

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Episode 75: Project Whistleblower: Inside Big Pharma & Alt Media with Justin Leslie 2:09:33

3M ago2:09:33

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Join me for a shocking insider expose of what goes on behind the scenes at pharma juggernauts like Pfizer - as well as alternative media outlets like Project Veritas (and James O'Keefe's dubious connections and behaviour). Scientist and journalist Justin Leslie is the producer of the film "Project Whistleblower." He worked directly on the COVID-19 …

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SCS32 - King's X In Dallas, Nov 2022 55:58

3M ago55:58

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SCS32 – King’s X in Dallas, November 2022Back at Thanksgiving of 2022, Joe and Sarah had the opportunity to see King’s X in Dallas. This was Joe’s first show with the band in a very long time and Sarah’s first show ever. A cold and rainy night combined with terrible club sound couldn’t dampen the enthusiasm. Both King’s X and the opening band, Beze…

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Episode 147 - Whitesnake Part 1, Whitesnake (87) 1:16:22

3M ago1:16:22

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Episode 147 – Whitesnake Part 1, Whitesnake (87)We know! We know! Whitesnake is decidedly NOT progressive rock, but the lure was too great. Take a carefree trip back to the kooky times of 1987 with us as we relive our high school times. This is an album that is remarkable for many reasons (production, lineup drama, old song reinterpretations) and w…

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Special Episode - Interview With Mark Anthony K Of Projekt Gemineye - Feb 2024 1:21:31

3M ago1:21:31

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Special Episode – Interview with Mark Anthony K of Projekt Gemineye – Feb 2024For this special episode, we get to catch up with our friend Mark Anthony K (Projekt Gemineye, The Dark Monarchy, The Yes Music Podcast, and Kiss FAQ) to discuss the latest Projekt Gemineye release What’s On Your Mind?. Mark provides his usual fascinating level of detail …

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SCS31 - The Cure In Philadelphia, June 2023 49:10

3M ago49:10

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SCS31 – The Cure in Philadelphia, June 2023The Palaver takes a side trip off the prog road to consider Ken’s experience seeing The Cure in Philadelphia. One of the most anticipated tours of 2023, The Cure delivered a show worthy of the hype. Ken is able to share his thoughts on many aspects of the show including the band, sound, and the state of th…

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Dragonslayer on Movie Monday (E244) 1:13:32

3M ago1:13:32

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Well, it’s Movie Monday again and this month’s movie was Matthew Robbins’ dark medieval fantasy Dragonslayer, a movie I’d not previously seen. This episode features contributions from: (in order of appearance) Jason Connerley of Nerd’s RPG Variety Cast (podcast & blog) Michael of Mirke the Meek (podcast) Joe Richter of Hindsightless (podcast) Menio…

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Bonus Episode - Ranking The Albums From Episodes 139 Through 146 1:12:24

3M ago1:12:24

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Bonus Episode – Ranking the Albums from Episode 139 Through 146 Everyone knows that we here at the Palaver love to rank things. It seemed obvious then to rank the albums in our most recent “Less Old” segment. How does one compare recent releases from the likes of Yes and Marillion to those from Tears For Fears and Porcupine Tree? Where does King’s …

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Between the Borderlands: Dungeonmaster/Ragewar, A Missed Movie Monday (E243) 23:29

3M ago23:29

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Goblin’s Henchman kindly sent me a review of the former Movie Monday feature Dungeonmaster. I decided to give the movie a watch before listening to that review, having missed the movie the first time around. In this episode, I share my thoughts along with those of the Goblin’s Henchman-fronted Southwest Sofa Crew. The movie for next month is Matthe…

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Boris Kester | An Extraordinary Traveler - Adventure Stories from Every Country 1:51:20

2M ago1:51:20

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In Episode 406 of The Derek Loudermilk Show, host Derek Loudermilk introduces listeners to Boris Kester, an extraordinary traveler and author who has traversed every corner of the globe. Boris, whose acclaimed book "The Long Road to Colville" received the prestigious honor of Best Travel Book in 2023, joins Derek for an enlightening discussion. Der…

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SCS30 - Seal, The Buggles, And The Rothko Chapel, April 2023 1:20:45

3M ago1:20:45

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SCS30 – Seal and The Buggles in Houston, April 2023On a trip to Texas, Paul and Ken had to opportunity to catch a concert of Seal with The Buggles opening. Falling squarely in the prog-not-prog category, this show provided ample opportunity to the group to appreciate top-tier songs and musicianship. From the dual role of the Buggles band through th…

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The Bride of RPGs are Frankenstein's Monsters (E242) 43:30

4M ago43:30

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Featuring awesome messages from Ivan Podgwaite of IvanMike1968 (YouTube), Julz Burgisser of Jewels From NZ (podcast, Twitch), Jason Connerley of Nerd’s RPG Variety Cast (podcast, blog), Michael of Mirke The Meek (podcast), and Menion aka Rob of Confessions of a Wee Tim’rous Bushi (podcast). Media mentioned: Anthony and Ivan play Ubiquity https://ww…

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Episode 146 - Sound Of Contact Part 1, Dimensionaut 1:51:13

4M ago1:51:13

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Episode 146 – Sound of Contact Part 1, DimensionautThe Palaver finally gets to discuss an album that has changed our views of the world. Sound of Contact are deep in Palaver lore even if we didn’t know it at the time. We “discovered” this album long after SoC had gone their separate ways, but the impact is not in the least diminished. The quartet o…

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