Best Max Wilbert Podcasts (2024)

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Daniel Pemberton and James Griffith on Music Production and Slow Horses 32:09

19h ago32:09

32:09

🎙️ In this episode of Bonfire Conversations, I sit down with two of the most creative minds in film and television music—Oscar-nominated composer Daniel Pemberton (Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, The Trial of the Chicago 7) and James Griffith of Toydrum (Slow Horses, Three Pines). We dive deep into their collaborative work on the hit spy thril…

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Conversation: Jacinta Leong (Art Director of Mad Max: Fury Road, Furiosa) 40:07

14d ago40:07

40:07

🎙️ In this episode of Bonfire Conversations, I sit down with the brilliant art director Jacinta Leong, whose incredible work has shaped the look and feel of iconic films like Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga, Mad Max: Fury Road, Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, Alien: Covenant, and many more. ✨ We dive into her career journey, from her early days …

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Wilbert Roget, II (Composer of Star Wars: Outlaws, Helldivers II, Mortal Kombat 1) 43:26

1M ago43:26

43:26

🎙️ Welcome to another exciting episode of Bonfire Conversations! In this episode, I sit down with the incredibly talented composer Wilbert Roget II. Known for his work on iconic video games such as Call of Duty: WWII, Star Wars: The Old Republic, and Mortal Kombat 11, Wilbert shares his journey, insights, and experiences in the world of music compo…

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Wildlife Rescue with 'All That Breathes' Brothers Nadeem Shehzad and Muhammad Saud 1:01:00

1M ago1:01:00

1:01:00

The Wildlife Rescue was formed in 2010 to provide quality health care, often on an emergency basis, to native wildlife. Located in Delhi, India the NGO was founded by brothers Nadeem Shehzad and Muhammad Saud. This interview is a conversation with Nadeem and Saud. Their work was the focus of a 2022 documentary film, All That Breathes, which won Bes…

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Lake Superior at Risk with Protect the Porkies Founder Tom Grotewohl 1:10:38

3M ago1:10:38

1:10:38

A massive copper mine is planned 100 feet from the edge of Lake Superior (and may actually mine underneath the lake), adjacent to "the most beautiful State Park in the country" in the Upper Peninsula (UP) of Michigan. Sound like a bad idea? It gets worse: Tom Grotewohl says this should be called a "toxic waste mine" because 98.55% of what is produc…

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Strategy for the Eco-Revolution with Roger Hallam 1:00:23

4M ago1:00:23

1:00:23

Roger Hallam is the co-founder of Extinction Rebellion, Radical Routes, Burning Pink, and Just Stop Oil. On today's show, we discuss strategy for the climate and ecological movements, the role of mass street protests and public assemblies, violence vs. nonviolence, revolutions throughout history, the collapse of industrial civilization, the dangers…

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Episode 100 Live Show: Looking Back on 5 Years 1:45:44

5M ago1:45:44

1:45:44

For episode 100 of The Green Flame, we hosted a special live conversation between hosts Jennifer Murnan and Saba Malik, Saba Malik, Renee Gerlich, Carl Van Warmerdam, and Rebecca Wildbear. We announced that the show has separated from Deep Green Resistance, reflected on the origins of the Green Flame, discussed our favorite and most impactful episo…

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Listening to our Listeners and an Invitation to Episode 100 26:51

6M ago26:51

26:51

Episode 99 is an interview with Carl Van Warmerdam. Carl delves into on the impact listening to the Ahjamu Umi Green Flame episode had on his life and activism. We asked Carl three primary questions: How has the GF informed and inspired you? What is your favorite episode? What would you like to hear more of on the GF? Please email contact@deepgreen…

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Conversation: Josh Sawyer (Director of Fallout: New Vegas, Pentiment) On Creativity, and Writing 54:06

7M ago54:06

54:06

Josh Sawyer is the legendary writer and director of games such as Fallout: New Vegas, Pentiment, and Pillars of Eternity at Obsidian Entertainment. In this episode, we talk about creativity, writing, inspirations, Josh's workflow, and favorite films. Wassup Conversations is available on YouTube and all the major podcast streaming services. https://…

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Conversation: Cinematographer of "Society of the Snow" on His Life, Career and Shooting in Mountains 40:43

7M ago40:43

40:43

A conversation with the legendary Pedro Luque, the cinematographer of Don't Breath and Society of the Snow. We talk about scenes and shots of Society of the Snow and Pedro's success story. Wassup Conversations podcast is available on YouTube and all the major podcast streaming services: https://www.nikoofarmusic.com/wassup Pedro's Instagram: https:…

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Conversation: Oscar Winner Sound Editor of Mad Max: Fury Road and Dune on Success and Failure 1:00:18

8M ago1:00:18

1:00:18

Mark Mangini is the legendary two-time Oscar winner and six-time Oscar-nominated sound editor and designer of some of the best-sounding movies in history, such as Mad Max: Fury Road, Dune, Blade Runner 2049, and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem. In this episode, we talk about his success story, life, career, failure, and winning two Osca…

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Tlingit Elder Wanda Culp and Joshua Wright - The Biggest Threat to the Alaskan Rainforest This Century 1:05:44

8M ago1:05:44

1:05:44

The Tongass Rainforest in Southeast Alaska is the last great expanse of temperate old growth forest left in the United States, and it has been partially protected since the "Roadless Rule" halted most logging there in 2001. Now, the "biggest threat to the west coast rainforest this century" is here: Bill S.1889/H.R. 4748, which would permanently pr…

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Dr. Nzingha Dalila | Black People for the Natural World 1:16:39

8M ago1:16:39

1:16:39

Dr Nzinga Dalilia, Saba Malik, and Max Wilbert join in conversation offering their unique perspectives on trauma, trauma community, addiction, “environmental justice”, othering, the necessity of feeling safe in the process of seeing and being seen, healing spaces, falling back in love with ourselves and with all of life and coming into our individu…

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Non-Violent Direct Action Strategy and the 2023 Attack on Radical Feminists in Portland 1:24:28

9M ago1:24:28

1:24:28

Before listening to this episode, stop. For the first time Lierre Keith’s presentation on non-violent direct action is publicly available! Go here and absorb this information: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DMk1eltyuek Next, listen this GF episode, Lierre’s account of ten courageous women's experiences as they organized and practiced NVDA brillian…

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Defending Palawan Island, the Philippines Last Ecological Frontier with PNNI founder Attny Bobby Chan 35:20

10M ago35:20

35:20

Attny Bobby Chan graces us with an introduction to the deep social justice and spiritual roots of PNNI (Palawan NGO Network Inc) founded in 1991. PNNI organizes communities through consensus. They use advocacy, civilian enforcement and increasingly are seeking legal measures to protect and defend the Palawan paradise. To learn more and support this…

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Water Protector and Dakota Access Pipeline DAPL Saboteur Jessica Reznicek 39:03

10M ago39:03

39:03

Jessica Reznicek is a 40-year-old land and water defender who has worked with and lived in the Des Moines Catholic Worker Community. After being charged with a "terrorism enhancement," she was sentenced to 8 years in 2021 for taking action to protect the water along the Dakota Access Pipeline (DAPL) route by disabling construction machinery during …

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Conversation: Alan Wake's Actor on Life, Career, Alan Wake II, Sam Lake, and Horror Stories 42:28

10M ago42:28

42:28

A conversation with Ilkka Villi, the actor of Alan Wake games. In this interview, we talk about Alan Wake II and the differences of making it in comparison to the first entry. We also discuss Ilkka's life growing up and falling in love with acting. Wassup Conversations podcast is available on YouTube and all the major podcast streaming services. Le…

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Conversation: Creator of Castlevania: Nocturne on Vampires, Villains and Season 2 30:07

11M ago30:07

30:07

A conversation with Clive Bradley, creator and writer of Castlevania: Nocturne from Netflix. Wassup Conversations is available on YouTube and all the major podcast streaming services: https://www.nikoofarmusic.com/wassup Support the showBy Hamidreza Nikoofar

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Ecology of Spirit: Biocentrism, Animism, and the Environmental Crisis 12:16

12M ago12:16

12:16

Species extinction. Plastic pollution. Global warming. Catastrophic floods. Raging fires. The failure of coral reefs. Whales dying en masse. Forever chemicals contaminating mothers' breast milk. Our planet is in crisis. And while the wealthy and governments pour trillions into technological so-called “solutions,” things are spiraling out of control…

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Conversations: Production Designer of Silo and Star Wars on His Legendary Career and Art 1:02:38

11M ago1:02:38

1:02:38

A conversation with Gavin Bocquet, production designer of great movies such as Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith, Warcraft, Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children, and Silo. Wassup Conversations is available on YouTube and all the major podcast streaming services. www.nikoofarmusic.com Support the show…

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Conversation: Audio Director of Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora on Game Audio Mixing and New Book 50:24

1y ago50:24

50:24

An in-depth conversation with Alex Riviere, audio director of Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora about sound design, implementation, mixing audio for games, and his new book "Game Audio Mixing: Insights to Improve Your Mixing Performance" Wassup Conversations is on YouTube and all the major podcast streaming services: https://www.nikoofarmusic.com/wassup…

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Conversation: Jason Graves on His Techniques for Horror Music, Career and Ghost Stories 44:24

1y ago44:24

44:24

A conversation with Jason Graves, the legendary composer of Dead Space, Tomb Raider, Moss, Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2 Warzone. Wassup Conversations is available on YouTube and all the major podcast streaming services.: https://www.nikoofarmusic.com/wassup Support the showBy Hamidreza Nikoofar

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Conversation: Tina Guo on Her Career, Life and Success Story 52:03

1y ago52:03

52:03

A conversation with Tina Guo, Grammy-nominated musician, composer, and cellist on her life, career, and success story. Wassup Conversations is available on YouTube and all the major podcast streaming services: https://www.nikoofarmusic.com/wassup Support the showBy Hamidreza Nikoofar

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Conversation: The Writer of Fable, Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora on Writing for Games and Her Book 55:32

1y ago55:32

55:32

Anna Megill is a veteran writer of great games such as Guild Wars 2, Control, Dishonored, Fable, and Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora. She has published a new book called The Game Writing Guide: Get Your Dream Job and Keep It, which is a great study about writing for games and working in the video game industry. Wassup Conversations is available on You…

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The Fairy Creek Blockade and "Eden's Last Chance" with Joshua Wright 23:54

1y ago23:54

23:54

Joshua Wright talks about his film Eden's Last Chance that was released in April of 2023. "For the nonhuman world, the apocalypse has already arrived. Don’t be a bystander to the death of the living world." Go to https://www.edenslastchance.com/ or watch it on Prime Video, Vimeo, Apple TV, Vudu, and Hoopla. The Fairy Creek Blockade has been establi…

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Sued for Protecting Thacker Pass 21:55

1y ago21:55

21:55

In this episode of The Green Flame podcast, host Max Wilbert shares an update about the lawsuit filed against him and six other water protectors (including Will Falk, who has been on the Green Flame before) related to their protests against the Thacker Pass lithium mine in Nevada. For more information on the lawsuit and the campaign, visit https://…

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Conversation: Chloe Van Landschoot on From, Being a Nurse and Her New Film 37:41

1y ago37:41

37:41

In this episode of Wassup Conversations podcast, Chloe Van Landschoot who plays Kristi in From, talks about her life, being a nurse while not acting, and her new short film. From is a horror show from MGM+ and Amazon Prime praised by Stephen King and it's currently running its season 2. Wassup Conversations is available on YouTube and all the major…

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We Need Your Help 2:15:16

1+ y ago2:15:16

2:15:16

We are asking for your help to keep the Green Flame moving — we need to raise $1000 or more for production equipment for our audio engineer. This equipment will also support the final edits to an audiobook version of Deep Green Resistance: Strategy to Save the Planet that we have recorded and are planning to release for free. Thank you so much for …

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Conversation: Cinematographer of John Wick: Chapter 4, The Shape of Water, Nightmare Alley 37:41

1+ y ago37:41

37:41

An in-depth conversation with the legendary Dan Lauststen, two times Oscar-nominated cinematographer of The Shape of Water, Nightmare Alley, John Wick movies, and many more. Wassup Conversations is on YouTube and all the major podcast streaming services. https://www.nikoofarmusic.com/wassup #johnwick #Danlaustsen #cinematography Support the show…

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Conversation: Composer of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II, Immortality, For Sama 48:19

1+ y ago48:19

48:19

An in-depth conversation with Nainita Desai, composer of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II (Season 3) about her techniques, composing for games and documentaries. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II is available on PC and Consoles. Wassup Conversations is available on YouTube and all the major podcast streaming services: https://www.nikoofarmusic.com/was…

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Conversation: Composers of Star Trek: Picard, Star Wars Jedi: Survivor and The Dragon Prince 1:02:11

1+ y ago1:02:11

1:02:11

In this episode of Wassup Conversations, Stephen Barton (Apex Legends, Star Wars Jedi: Survivor) and Frederik Wiedmann (Star Trek: Picard, The Dragon Prince) talk about their lives, career, the way they make music and the future of film music, considering the evolution of AI. Season 3 of Star Trek: Picard is available on Paramount+. Wassup Conversa…

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Composer, Paul Leonard-Morgan (Dredd, Cyberpunk 2077) on Life and Music 46:03

1+ y ago46:03

46:03

An in-depth conversation with Paul Leonard-Morgan, composer of many great projects such as Dredd, Cyberpunk 21077, Tales from the Loop, and the new Hulu movie, Boston Strangler. We talk about Paul's success story, life, iconic projects, and his new movie. Boston Strangler is available right now on Hulu. Wassup Conversations is available on YouTube …

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"Our Rights to Self-Determination: a Hawaiian Manifesto" with Anne Keala Kelly 1:22:07

1+ y ago1:22:07

1:22:07

On this episode, Max Wilbert speaks with Anne Keala Kelly about her new short book, "Our Rights to Self-Determination: a Hawaiian Manifesto." In addition to being an author, Keala is a filmmaker, journalist, podcaster, and writer. Her published articles and Op-Eds have appeared in the Honolulu Star-Advertiser, The Nation, Indian Country Today, Hono…

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Renee Gerlich: Out Of The Fog - On Politics, Feminism and Coming Alive 1:05:01

1+ y ago1:05:01

1:05:01

Our third Green Flame interview with Renee Gerlich celebrates the publication of Out Of The Fog: On Politics, Feminism and Coming Alive (Spinifex Press, 2022). Renee is a writer, artist and feminist based out of New Zealand. We focus on the coming alive aspect of Renee's life and her new multidimensional book. From the Publisher: From racialised po…

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Live event recording from "Collapse: Climate, Ecology, and Civilization" 2:41:36

2y ago2:41:36

2:41:36

On November 19th, Deep Green Resistance hosted a special 3-hour live streaming event, "Collapse: Climate, Ecology, and Civilization" featuring Derrick Jensen, Saba Malik, Max Wilbert, Robert Jensen, Lierre Keith, and grassroots activists from four continents. This podcast is the audio recording of the event. If you wish to donate to support this wo…

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Join us for a Special Live Event on November 19th - "Collapse: Ecology, Climate, and Civilization" 10:25

2y ago10:25

10:25

Our way of life — industrial civilization — is destroying the planet. From coral reefs to the great forests, the last strongholds of the wild are falling. The climate is destabilizing. And we are entering the 6th mass extinction of life on Earth. Ecological collapse is here. This unprecedented crisis demands extraordinary solutions. And yet, govern…

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Conversation: Gearbox Creative Director on Designing Loot Systems, Comedy in Games and Boss Fights 33:20

2y ago33:20

33:20

In this episode of Wassup Conversations, Matt Cox, Creative Director at Gearbox Software, talks about comedy in video games, Borderlands looting system, designing impactful boss fights, and his recent game, Tiny Tina's Wonderlands. Wassup Conversations on YouTube and all the major podcast streaming services: https://www.nikoofarmusic.com/wassup Ple…

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Sam Slater (BF2042, Joker, Chernobyl) on Music Production, Sound Design, and His Latest Album 50:00

2y ago50:00

50:00

A conversation with Sam Slater, Score Producer of Joker, Chernobyl and co-composer of Battlefield 2042. Wassup Conversations on YouTube and all the major podcast streaming services: https://www.nikoofarmusic.com/wassup Please consider donating and supporting Wassup Conversations via this link: https://www.nikoofarmusic.com/support-and-donations Ham…

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Conversation: Writer and Director of Wolfenstein Games on Writing, Career, and Leaving the Franchise 1:27:30

2y ago1:27:30

1:27:30

A conversation with Jens Matthies, the legendary writer, and director of games like Wolfenstein: The New Order, Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus, The Darkness, and many more... Wassup Conversations on YouTube and all the major podcast streaming services: https://www.nikoofarmusic.com/wassup Please consider donating and supporting Wassup Conversatio…

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Conversation: Art Director of Halo Infinite on Creating Worlds, Inspirations and his Workflow 1:13:40

2+ y ago1:13:40

1:13:40

A conversation with Nicolas Bouvier, AKA, Sparth, the art director of Halo Infinite. He talks about his life, success story, inspirations, techniques, and worldview. Wassup Conversations is on YouTube and all the major podcast streaming services: https://www.nikoofarmusic.com/wassup Please consider donating and supporting Wassup Conversations via t…

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What is Biocentrism? 12:07

2+ y ago12:07

12:07

Joshua Clinton reads the article, "What is Biocentrism?" which was originally published on the DGR News Service on April 15, 2022. https://dgrnewsservice.org/civilization/ecocide/what-is-biocentrism-the-unfolding-miracle-of-life/By Deep Green Resistance

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Conversation: Director of Weird West, Dishonored on Immersive Sim, Game Design and the Game Industry 1:07:57

2+ y ago1:07:57

1:07:57

A conversation with Raphael Colantonio, founder of Arkane Studios, and WolfEye Studios. He is the director of some of the most important immersive sim games, such as Dishonored, Prey, and Arx Fatalis. His new game, Weird West is another ground-breaking title in his career, and in this episode, Raf and I talk about Immersive Sim philosophy, subscrip…

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"Don't Look Up" — Brilliant Critique of Climate Deniers or Neoliberal Fairy Tale? 52:37

2+ y ago52:37

52:37

In this episode, Max Wilbert and Carl van Warmerdam discuss the 2021 Netflix film "Don't Look Up," an extended allegory for global warming. We discuss whether the film is an accurate satire or a pandering neoliberal fairy tale - or both.

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Article: Dams Are Not Green Energy 5:45

2+ y ago5:45

5:45

Joshua Clinton reads the article: https://dgrnewsservice.org/civilization/ecocide/habitat-loss/bolivia-extinction-and-displacement-dams-not-green-energy/By Deep Green Resistance

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Conversation: Dinga Bakaba (Deathloop) on Immersive Sim Philosophy, His Life and Favorite Games 50:43

2+ y ago50:43

50:43

A conversation with Dinga Bakaba, the director of Deathloop on his life, immersive sim, favorite games, and the future of video games. Wassup Conversations is on YouTube and all the major podcast streaming services: https://www.nikoofarmusic.com/wassup Please consider donating and supporting Wassup Conversations via this link: https://www.nikoofarm…

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Abortion Rights in the US with Lauren Levey 34:59

3y ago34:59

34:59

Lauren Levey has had a lifelong involvement with women's rights and lesbian rights. She is a second-wave radical feminist who is currently on the Board of Directors of the Women's Human Rights Campaign USA, and serves as its Vice President. In this episode Lauren shares her radical analysis of abortion in America and on the fight to end the subjuga…

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Conversation: Far Cry 6's Narrative Director on Politics and Storytelling in Video Games 51:19

3y ago51:19

51:19

A conversation with Navid Khavari, Narrative Director and Writer of games such as Far Cry 6, Splinter Cell: Black List, and The Division. Navid talks about politics in video games and how important it is to tell meaningful and controversial stories. He also talks about his own personal life and the way he draws inspiration from it. Wassup Conversat…

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Interview: Director of Guardians of the Galaxy and Deus Ex on His Life, and Career 56:41

3y ago56:41

56:41

A conversation with Jean-Francois Dugas, the director of Deus Ex: Human Revolution, Deus Ex: Mankind Divided, and Guardians of the Galaxy. We talk about his life, career, looking back at Deus Ex games, and if there will be another one in the work. Also, we talk about today's political and cultural changes compared to the time when Deus Ex came out.…

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Betty Ball on Ecofeminism and Judi Bari 53:06

3y ago53:06

53:06

Longtime environmental and social activist and co founder of the Mendocino Environmental Center Betty Ball reflects on ecofeminism and her relationship with Judi Bari. The music for this episode is provided by the late Gary Ball, Betty's husband and fellow co-founder of the MEC.

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"Principles of Sustainable Societies" with Dr. Heide Goettner-Abendroth 1:12:52

3y ago1:12:52

1:12:52

Dr. Heide Goettner-Abendroth's Girls and the Grasses keynote presentation, Principles of Sustainable Societies: Matriarchy as a Radical Alternative followed by a Q&A conversation with Lierre Keith, Michelle Martin, Rebecca Wildbear, Sue Breen and Jennifer Murnan. Check out the full event, which live streams on Saturday November 20th at 1pm Pacific,…

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