Best Philip Armstrong Podcasts (2024)

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Chapter 6, Part 1 - Gene Wolfe's On Blue's Waters 1:00:32

11h ago1:00:32

1:00:32

Intro - For their 400th episode, Phil and Metz discuss the show Scooby Doo and Guess Who? Content (7:45) - Discussion of part 1 of chapter 6 of On Blue's Waters, by Gene Wolfe. This Week's Play - Henry IV, Part 2 by William Shakespeare Check out more at alzabosoup.com.

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Owning It 30:55

5d ago30:55

30:55

In this episode Vic and his guest, Keris Myrick, discuss her journey as she has utilized her lived mental health experience to propel her to a career as an advocate and change agent in the field of mental health. Strong Talk is a podcast dedicated to the discussion of equity, diversity, and family as it relates to mental health and addictions. We s…

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Chapter 5, Part 2 - Gene Wolfe's On Blue's Waters 42:17

7d ago42:17

42:17

Intro - Metz describes his experience watching Finding Nemo, Jr. Content (6:51) - Discussion of part 2 of chapter 5 of On Blue's Waters, by Gene Wolfe. This Week's Play - Henry IV, Part 1 by William Shakespeare Check out more at alzabosoup.com.

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Chapter 5, Part 1 - Gene Wolfe's On Blue's Waters 50:05

14d ago50:05

50:05

Intro - Phil asks Metz about his experience playing Pentiment. Content (8:40) - Discussion of part 1 of chapter 5 of On Blue's Waters, by Gene Wolfe. This Week's Play - Richard II by William Shakespeare Check out more at alzabosoup.com.

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Chapter 4, Part 2 - Gene Wolfe's On Blue's Waters 46:37

22d ago46:37

46:37

Intro - Phil and Metz discuss Phil's opinion of Dune. Content (6:45) - Discussion of part 2 of chapter 4 of On Blue's Waters, by Gene Wolfe. This Week's Play - King John by William Shakespeare Check out more at alzabosoup.com.

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Chapter 4, Part 1 - Gene Wolfe's On Blue's Waters 51:15

29d ago51:15

51:15

Intro - Metz and Phil use their pure imaginations to discuss a Willy Wonka AI Experience. Content (8:33) - Discussion of part 1 of chapter 4 of On Blue's Waters, by Gene Wolfe. This Week's Play - Edward III by William Shakespeare and Anonymous Check out more at alzabosoup.com.

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Chapter 3, Part 2 - Gene Wolfe's On Blue's Waters 1:04:52

1M ago1:04:52

1:04:52

Intro - Metz and Phil are horrified by Puffy Bear. Content (6:48) - Discussion of part 2 of chapter 3 of On Blue's Waters, by Gene Wolfe. This Week's Play - Edward II by Christopher Marlowe Check out more at alzabosoup.com.

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Chapter 3, Part 1 - Gene Wolfe's On Blue's Waters 49:38

1M ago49:38

49:38

Intro - Phil explains Pal World to Metz. Content (9:08) - Discussion of part 1 of chapter 3 of On Blue's Waters, by Gene Wolfe. This Week's Play - Timon of Athens Check out more at alzabosoup.com.

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Chapter 2, Part 2 - Gene Wolfe's On Blue's Waters 44:31

2M ago44:31

44:31

Intro - Metz and Phil discover the wonder of Coke powered by AI. Content (6:15) - Discussion of part 2 of chapter 2 of On Blue's Waters, by Gene Wolfe. This Week's Play - Julius Caesar Check out more at alzabosoup.com.https://www.alzabosoup.com/

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Chapter 2, Part 1 - Gene Wolfe's On Blue's Waters 1:00:00

2M ago1:00:00

1:00:00

Intro - Metz and Phil talk about the game Sethian, where you have to learn a pictographic language. Content (8:02) - Discussion of part 1 of chapter 2 of On Blue's Waters, by Gene Wolfe. This Week's Play - Volpone by Ben Johnson Check out more at alzabosoup.com.

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Tia Dole - The Journey to 988 31:20

2M ago31:20

31:20

In this episode of Strong Talk, Vic and his guest, Tia Dole, discuss her role as Chief 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline Officer with Vibrant Emotional Health. You’ll hear about the successes and challenges of 988 and what it could mean in the life of someone you care about. Strong Talk is a podcast dedicated to the discussion of equity, diversity, a…

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Chapter 1, Part 3 - Gene Wolfe's On Blue's Waters 59:40

2M ago59:40

59:40

Intro - Phil and Metz share the highlights of their Christmas gifts in 2023. Content (10:59) - Discussion of part 3 of chapter 1 of On Blue's Waters, by Gene Wolfe. This Week's Play - King Lear Check out more at alzabosoup.com.https://www.alzabosoup.com/

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Chapter 1, Part 2 - Gene Wolfe's On Blue's Waters 1:00:26

2M ago1:00:26

1:00:26

Intro - Phil is super-excited about Steamboat Willie entering the public domain. Content (4:57) - Discussion of part 2 of chapter 1 of On Blue's Waters, by Gene Wolfe. This Week's Play - Trolus and Cressida Check out more at alzabosoup.com.

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Chapter 1, Part 1 - Gene Wolfe's On Blue's Waters 1:00:40

3M ago1:00:40

1:00:40

Intro - Phil and Metz talk about Carol and the End of the World Content (9:32) - Discussion of part 1 of chapter 1 of On Blue's Waters, by Gene Wolfe. This Week's Play - 'Tis Pity She's a Whore Check out more at alzabosoup.com.

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Introduction and Character List - Gene Wolfe's On Blue's Waters 1:01:11

3M ago1:01:11

1:01:11

Intro - Metz and Phil discuss The Boy and the Heron Content (16:12) - An introduction to On Blue's Waters, by Gene Wolfe, and discussion of the character list. This Week's Play - Romeo and Juliet Check out more at alzabosoup.com.

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Jack London's The Red One 1:13:45

3M ago1:13:45

1:13:45

Intro - Metz and Phil discuss how they track their reading. Content (13:36) - Discussion of The Red One by Jack London This Week's Play - Cymbeline Check out more at alzabosoup.com.

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Akemie Jones - A Day in the Life 35:07

3M ago35:07

35:07

In this episode Vic and his guest Akemie Jones discuss the role of working in a crisis receiving center, the importance of creating a trauma informed culture and incorporating the voice of lived experience in day to day operations. Strong Talk is a podcast dedicated to the discussion of equity, diversity, and family as it relates to mental health a…

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Jack Vance's Big Planet 1:09:35

3M ago1:09:35

1:09:35

Intro - Metz asks Phil about Panera's Charged Lemonade Content (6:00) - Discussion of Big Planet by Jack Vance This Week's Play - Doctor Faustus, by Christopher Marlowe Check out more at alzabosoup.com.

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Adrian Tchaikovsky's Elder Race 59:16

4M ago59:16

59:16

Intro - Phil talks about what it's like to choose a high school for his son. Content (8:27) - Discussion of Elder Race by Adrian Tchaikovsky This Week's Play - Macbeth Check out more at alzabosoup.com.

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Gene Wolfe's Trip, Trap 1:06:58

4M ago1:06:58

1:06:58

Intro - Metz and Phil eat at The Juicy Seafood Content (6:30) - Discussion of Trip, Trap by Gene Wolfe This Week's Play - The Two Gentlemen of Verona Check out more at alzabosoup.com.

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General Discussion - Gene Wolfe's An Evil Guest 1:01:01

4M ago1:01:01

1:01:01

Intro - Phil explains Super Mario Wonder to Metz Content (8:47) - Discussion of An Evil Guest by Gene Wolfe This Week's Play - The Taming of the Shrew Check out more at alzabosoup.com.By Alzabo Soup

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Chapter 25 - Gene Wolfe's An Evil Guest 1:02:19

4M ago1:02:19

1:02:19

Intro - Metz gives Phil Goosebumps - The Musical! Content (14:14) - Discussion of Chapter 25 of An Evil Guest, by Gene Wolfe. Check out more at alzabosoup.com.

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Chapter 24 - Gene Wolfe's An Evil Guest 59:37

5M ago59:37

59:37

Intro - Phil and Metz talk about getting to read and handle some old books. Content (12:51) - Discussion of Chapter 24 of An Evil Guest, by Gene Wolfe. Check out more at alzabosoup.com.

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Chapter 23 - Gene Wolfe's An Evil Guest 37:12

5M ago37:12

37:12

Intro - Metz congratulates Phil on his crystal anniversary. Content (5:20) - Discussion of Chapter 23 of An Evil Guest, by Gene Wolfe. Check out more at alzabosoup.com.

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Chapter 22 - Gene Wolfe's An Evil Guest 43:37

5M ago43:37

43:37

Intro - Phil offers Metz some plum candy. Content (5:35) - Discussion of Chapter 22 of An Evil Guest, by Gene Wolfe. Check out more at alzabosoup.com.

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Philip Cooper - Second Chances 26:50

5M ago26:50

26:50

In this episode, Vic and his guest, Philip Cooper discuss Philip’s journey through addiction, incarceration, and reinvention and how this influenced him to find his purpose in helping other men re-enter society after incarceration. Sign up for updates at https://riinternational.com/signup/ Strong Talk is a podcast dedicated to the discussion of equ…

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Chapter 21 - Gene Wolfe's An Evil Guest 53:07

5M ago53:07

53:07

Intro - Phil forces Metz to do a Jigsaw puzzle. Content (9:23) - Discussion of Chapter 21 of An Evil Guest, by Gene Wolfe. Check out more at alzabosoup.com.

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Chapter 20 - Gene Wolfe's An Evil Guest 43:31

5M ago43:31

43:31

Intro - Metz and Phil announce their Shakespeare readalong project for 2024. Content (4:11) - Discussion of Chapter 20 of An Evil Guest, by Gene Wolfe. Check out more at alzabosoup.com.

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Chapter 19 - Gene Wolfe's An Evil Guest 45:37

6M ago45:37

45:37

Intro - Phil mourns the death of his travel mug. Content (5:31) - Discussion of Chapter 19 of An Evil Guest, by Gene Wolfe. Check out more at alzabosoup.com.

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Chapter 18 - Gene Wolfe's An Evil Guest 44:15

6M ago44:15

44:15

Intro - Metz and Phil explore the world of Bakeneering. Content (9:17) - Discussion of Chapter 18 of An Evil Guest, by Gene Wolfe. Check out more at alzabosoup.com.

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Chapter 17, Part 2 - Gene Wolfe's An Evil Guest 45:05

6M ago45:05

45:05

Intro - Phil talks about playing Sea of Stars. Content (9:29) - Discussion of Part 2 of Chapter 17 of An Evil Guest, by Gene Wolfe. Check out more at alzabosoup.com.

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Arielle Sheftall - Numbers Don't Lie 32:38

6M ago32:38

32:38

In this episode, Vic and his guest, Dr. Arielle Sheftall, discuss the unique mental health challenges in Black and brown communities and what the data is telling us about research needs that address the nuances of race, culture, and ethnicity, particularly among young people of color. Arielle H. Sheftall, PhD is an Associate Professor at the Univer…

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Chapter 17, Part 1 - Gene Wolfe's An Evil Guest 55:31

6M ago55:31

55:31

Intro - We announce the titles we'll be covering after we finish An Evil Guest. Content (6:07) - Discussion of Part 1 of Chapter 17 of An Evil Guest, by Gene Wolfe. Check out more at alzabosoup.com.

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Chapter 16 - Gene Wolfe's An Evil Guest 49:21

7M ago49:21

49:21

Intro - Metz asks Phil about his latest reading project - Westerns. Content (11:41) - Discussion of Chapter 16 of An Evil Guest, by Gene Wolfe. Check out more at alzabosoup.com.

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Chapter 15 - Gene Wolfe's An Evil Guest 48:58

7M ago48:58

48:58

Intro - Phil and Metz talk about their summer vacations. Content (10:08) - Discussion of Chapter 15 of An Evil Guest, by Gene Wolfe. Check out more at alzabosoup.com.

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Chapter 14 - Gene Wolfe's An Evil Guest 40:59

7M ago40:59

40:59

Intro - Phil wants to talk about intertextuality. Content (9:34) - Discussion of Chapter 14 of An Evil Guest, by Gene Wolfe. Check out more at alzabosoup.com.

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Kevin & Margaret Hines - Balancing Being a Caregiver and a Spouse 37:47

7M ago37:47

37:47

In this episode, Vic and his guests, Kevin and Margaret Hines, discuss the challenges and rewards of being a partner or caretaker of someone living with mental health challenges and the importance of caregivers being attentive to their own mental well-being. Kevin and Margaret will also share how they have maintained a strong and supportive marriag…

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Chapter 13 - Gene Wolfe's An Evil Guest 52:45

7M ago52:45

52:45

Intro - Metz and Phil talk about Barbie Content (12:12) - Discussion of Chapter 13 of An Evil Guest, by Gene Wolfe. Check out more at alzabosoup.com.

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Chapter 12 - Gene Wolfe's An Evil Guest 53:09

8M ago53:09

53:09

Intro - Phil explains his experience of learning French throuhg Jack Vance. Content (12:10) - Discussion of Chapter 12 of An Evil Guest, by Gene Wolfe. Check out more at alzabosoup.com.

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Chapter 11 - Gene Wolfe's An Evil Guest 1:05:06

8M ago1:05:06

1:05:06

Intro - Phil and Metz discuss the state of video game preservation. Content (14:30) - Discussion of Chapter 11 of An Evil Guest, by Gene Wolfe. Check out more at alzabosoup.com.

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Chapter 10 - Gene Wolfe's An Evil Guest 43:55

8M ago43:55

43:55

Intro - Phil and Metz probe the depths of Gertrude's Secrets. Content (10:05) - Discussion of Chapter 10 of An Evil Guest, by Gene Wolfe. Check out more at alzabosoup.com.

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Chapter 9 - Gene Wolfe's An Evil Guest 51:07

8M ago51:07

51:07

Intro - Phil tells Metz about the value of fables. Content (12:08) - Discussion of Chapter 9 of An Evil Guest, by Gene Wolfe. Check out more at alzabosoup.com.

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Rawle Andrews - Handle with Care 28:18

8M ago28:18

28:18

In this episode Vic talks with Rawle Andrews, Jr., Esq., Executive Director of the American Psychiatric Association Foundation, about new initiatives in improving access to care and addressing workforce issues in mental health. Sign up for updates at https://riinternational.com/signup/ Strong Talk is a podcast dedicated to the discussion of equity,…

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Chapter 8 - Gene Wolfe's An Evil Guest 51:08

8M ago51:08

51:08

Intro - Phil and Metz discuss Fall Out Boy's cover of "We Didn't Start the Fire" Content (13:09) - Discussion of Chapter 8 of An Evil Guest, by Gene Wolfe. Check out more at alzabosoup.com.

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Chapter 7 - Gene Wolfe's An Evil Guest 38:28

9M ago38:28

38:28

Intro - Metz tries to convince Phil to enjoy Jury Duty. Content (6:13) - Discussion of Chapter 7 of An Evil Guest, by Gene Wolfe. Check out more at alzabosoup.com.

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Chapter 6 - Gene Wolfe's An Evil Guest 36:37

9M ago36:37

36:37

Intro - Phil and Metz discuss Dr. Teeth and the Electric Mayhem Content (7:12) - Discussion of Chapter 6 of An Evil Guest, by Gene Wolfe. Check out more at alzabosoup.com.

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Chapter 5 - Gene Wolfe's An Evil Guest 55:32

9M ago55:32

55:32

Intro - Phil admits that Brandon Sanderson is an amazing author. Content (13:29) - Discussion of Chapter 5 of An Evil Guest, by Gene Wolfe. Check out more at alzabosoup.com.

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Tonja Myles - Keeping It Real 27:52

9M ago27:52

27:52

In recognition of Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, in this episode Vic and his guest, Tonja Myles, discuss the unique challenges and opportunities experienced within the Black community in accessing culturally relevant mental health resources. Sign up for updates at https://riinternational.com/signup/ Strong Talk is a podcast dedicated to th…

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Chapter 4 - Gene Wolfe's An Evil Guest 45:27

9M ago45:27

45:27

Intro - A Tribute to the weirdness of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles villains Bebop and Rocksteady. Content (9:31) - Discussion of Chapter 4 of An Evil Guest, by Gene Wolfe. Check out more at alzabosoup.com.

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Chapter 3 - Gene Wolfe's An Evil Guest 52:34

10M ago52:34

52:34

Intro - Metz and Phil talk about the great Miller moth migration. Content (5:14) - Discussion of Chapter 3 of An Evil Guest, by Gene Wolfe. Check out more at alzabosoup.com.

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