Best Systema Podcasts (2024)

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63: Episode 63: 3 New Excellent Rums. Ron Zacapa Systema No.23, Old Master Gold Rum, and Dos Maderas Triple Aged Rum 5+5 34:43

2M ago34:43

34:43

Judy, Jon and Marlys try three new rums and enjoyed all of them, with a 4th rum from a previous episode (Flor de Caña) at the end for comparison.By Fun With Scotch and other fine spirits

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62: Episode 62: 3 Scotch Blends. Buchanan's Deluxe 12 Year, The Dimple Pinch, and Carlyle Blended Scotch Whisky 25:59

2M ago25:59

25:59

In this episode, Marlys, Judy and Jon review 3 blended Scotch Whiskies they hadn't tried before and had a good time doing it. Jon discovers why it's important to control laughter while drinking Scotch.By Fun With Scotch and other fine spirits

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61: Episode 61: Saint Patrick's Day Special. 3 offerings from Bushmills 41:26

5M ago41:26

41:26

On this episode we sample 3 offerings from the Bushmills distillery in Ireland. Bushmills Red Bush, Bushmills Black Bush, and Bushmills 12 year Single Malt Irish Whiskey. A happy and tasty St. Patrick's day to you all!By Fun With Scotch and other fine spirits

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60: Episode 60: 3 fine Scotches from Aberlour 28:30

5M ago28:30

28:30

Today Marlys, Judy and Jon taste and discuss 3 scotches from the Aberlour distillery in the Speyside region of Scotland. They are Aberlour 12 Year, Aberlour Casg Annamh, and Aberlour A'bunadh Cask Strength.By Fun With Scotch and other fine spirits

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Vitrine Conversations - Svava Tergesen 22:41

5M ago22:41

22:41

Vitrine Conversations - Svava Tergesen by Gallery 44By Gallery 44

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59: Episode 59: Beach Whiskey Potpourri 1:20:36

6M ago1:20:36

1:20:36

Whiskey selection: Kaigan Japanese Whiskey, Browne Family Spirits Straight Bourbon Whiskey, Yellow Spot 12 Year Irish Whiskey, and Barrowman's Grand Cru 21 Year Blended Scotch Whisky. Wherein Jon and Judy invite several friends, absent Marlys, to join us in tasting four whiskies (and a fifth for extra credit) with an abundance of chaos, some explet…

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58: Episode 58: 3 Favorite Bourbons 34:23

6M ago34:23

34:23

Jon, Judy, and Marlys drink and discuss Balcones Baby Blue Pot Distilled Corn Whisky, 1792 Small Batch Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, and Blanton's Kentucky Straight Bourbon WhiskeyBy Fun With Scotch and other fine spirits

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Artist Talk: Stephanie Comilang in conversation with Heather Canlas Rigg 49:22

7M ago49:22

49:22

Artist Talk: Stephanie Comilang in conversation with Heather Canlas Rigg by Gallery 44By Gallery 44

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Vitrines Conversations - Julie Pasila 12:33

7M ago12:33

12:33

Vitrines Conversations - Julie Pasila by Gallery 44By Gallery 44

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Systema Naturae - Anahita Norouzi in Conversation with Toleen Touq 49:46

8M ago49:46

49:46

Systema Naturae - Anahita Norouzi in Conversation with Toleen Touq by Gallery 44By Gallery 44

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Vitrines Conversations - Jasmine Liaw 20:04

9M ago20:04

20:04

Vitrines Conversations - Jasmine Liaw by Gallery 44By Gallery 44

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57: Episode 57: Glasses of "T" (3 Speysides) 31:10

10M ago31:10

31:10

3 Speysides: an offering from Tamdu Distillery, Tamnavulin Sherry Cask Finished, and Tamnavulin Red Wine Cask Finished. Yum... :)By Fun With Scotch and other fine spirits

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Vitrines Conversations - Laura Kay Keeling 18:37

11M ago18:37

18:37

Vitrines Conversations - Laura Kay Keeling by Gallery 44By Gallery 44

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A Landscape Photograph in the Land of the Dead Book Launch - Nic Wilson 27:35

12M ago27:35

27:35

An introduction, reading and Q + A with Nic Wilson, author of A Landscape Photograph in the Land of the Dead, recorded at their book launch at Art Metropole, July 27, 2023.By Gallery 44

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Vitrines Conversations - Cruz, Patricia Abuel, Leila Fatemi 23:02

1y ago23:02

23:02

Tune in to hear artist Cruz engage in a conversation about their creative process, sources of inspiration, and the path they've taken as an artist. Joining them are Leila Fatemi, the Curator of Education and Community Outreach at Gallery 44, along with Patricia Abuel, the Program Manager at Kapisanan. Cruz’s exhibition THE THINGS THAT MAKE US, US. …

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How to Ask a Question - Colin Miner, Weiyi Chang 40:33

1y ago40:33

40:33

How to Ask a Question - Colin Miner, Weiyi Chang by Gallery 44By Gallery 44

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56: Episode 56: Back to the Bourbon 35:32

1y ago35:32

35:32

Tonight we check out 3 Bourbons: Jefferson's Very Small Batch Blend, Chestnut Farms Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, and Widow Jane 10 YearsBy Fun With Scotch and other fine spirits

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Vitrines Conversations - Jocelyn Reynolds 16:02

1y ago16:02

16:02

Listen as artist Jocelyn Reynolds and Curator of Exhibitions and Public Programs, Lillian O'Brien Davis, discuss Reynolds' curiosity toward memory, the perception of time and experience of transitioning into motherhood as a genderfluid person, in their exhibition Continuum, on view in the Gallery 44 vitrines from April 11 – May 27, 2023.…

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55: Episode 55: Interview with David Suk from St. Luna Spirits 40:10

1+ y ago40:10

40:10

We interview David Suk from Saint Luna Spirits and later sample Saint Luna MoonshineBy Fun With Scotch and other fine spirits

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54: Episode 54: 3 Scotches from Glen Fohdry 40:07

1+ y ago40:07

40:07

This time, we sample 3 scotches from the Total Wine house brand, Glen Fohdry: Fion Frangach, Aiteal an Oir, and Dublaich. Enjoy!By Fun With Scotch and other fine spirits

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How to Ask a Question - Christina Battle in Conversation with Tia-Simone Gardner 51:32

1+ y ago51:32

51:32

In this special edition of How to Ask a Question, artists Christina Battle and Tia-Simone Gardner, explore their intersecting research interests, including digital mapping and the complicated relationship between the environment, climate and Black life. The artists share their work as an expanded element of the ongoing exhibition series exploring r…

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53: Episode 53: Cleo & Co. Mixers 30:19

1+ y ago30:19

30:19

This episode Marlys, Judy and Jon interview Brendan Rogers from Cleo and Co. Mixers. They have products that make it easy to mix a great drink. Named for Gertrude "Cleo" Lithgoe, a famous bootlegger during prohibition, and one of the few women who took on that profession. After the interview we try out the mixers. For more information on Gertrude L…

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Vitrines Converstations - Jeff Meldrum 18:38

1+ y ago18:38

18:38

Vitrines Converstations - Jeff Meldrum by Gallery 44By Gallery 44

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52: Episode 52: 3 excellent whiskies from Down Under 33:11

1+ y ago33:11

33:11

We sample and report on 3 great whiskies: Two-Fold, Nova, and Solera from the Starward Distillery in AustraliaBy Fun With Scotch and other fine spirits

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51: Episode 51: 3 More Excellent Bourbons 42:02

1+ y ago42:02

42:02

Marlys, Jon, and Judy compare 3 Bourbons: Wolcott Special Release Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, Balcones Baby Blue Corn Whiskey, and Willett Potstill Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon WhiskeyBy Fun With Scotch and other fine spirits

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50: Episode 50: 3 Recommended Single Malts 30:29

1+ y ago30:29

30:29

Judy, Jon and Marlys discuss 3 of their favorite Scotch single malts: Glenmorangie the Original, Edradour 10 Year, and Kilchoman Machir BayBy Fun With Scotch and other fine spirits

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A Vast Image Life - Nic Wilson 11:07

1+ y ago11:07

11:07

Author reading of "A Vast Image Life" essay by Gallery 44 writer-in-residence Nic Wilson.By Gallery 44

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Unseen Forces - Nic Wilson 5:45

1+ y ago5:45

5:45

Author reading of "Unseen Forces" essay by Gallery 44 writer-in-residence Nic Wilson.By Gallery 44

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Introductory Sketches: Thinking, Reading, and (perhaps) Knowing the Dead - Nic Wilson 9:33

1+ y ago9:33

9:33

Author reading of "Introductory Sketches: Thinking, Reading, and (perhaps)Knowing the Dead" essay by Gallery 44 writer-in-residence Nic Wilson.By Gallery 44

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Vitrine Conversations - Nic Wilson 19:06

2y ago19:06

19:06

A conversation between artist and writer-in-residence Nic Wilson and Curator of Exhibitions and Public Programs Lillian O'Brien Davis. Wilson discusses concurrent themes of spiritualism, death, and the metaphysical in their writing and current exhibition, Pavilion of Shadows, in the Gallery 44 Vitrines from October 21 - December 10, 2022.…

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How to Ask a Question - Elizabeth M. Webb 48:32

2y ago48:32

48:32

A conversation between artist Elizabeth M. Webb and Curator of Exhibitions and Public Programs, Lillian O'Brien Davis. Webb and O'Brien Davis dive deeper into Webb's research and influences behind her exhibition, A Bearing Tree is a Witness, at Gallery 44 from October 21 - December 10, 2022.By Gallery 44

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Swimming Up a Dark Tunnel Book Launch - Letticia Cosbert Miller 12:07

2y ago12:07

12:07

An introduction and reading by Letticia Cosbert Miller, author of Swimming Up a Dark Tunnel, recorded at her book launch at Art Metropole, July 26, 2022.By Gallery 44

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49: Episode 49: 3 Recommended Scotch Blends 36:45

2y ago36:45

36:45

Marlys, Judy and Jon sample and discuss 3 of their favorite Scotch blends. Recommended Favorite Blends: Famous Grouse Ruby Cask, Monkey Shoulder, and Compass Box Artists BlendBy Fun With Scotch and other fine spirits

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How to Ask a Question - Tia-Simone Gardner 1:20:55

2y ago1:20:55

1:20:55

A conversation between artist Tia-Simone Gardner and Curator of Exhibitions and Public Programs Lillian O'Brien Davis. Gardner and O'Brien Davis discuss surveillance, the colonial legacy of photography and the artist's relationship to water. more information here: digital.gallery44.orgBy Gallery 44

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Vitrines Conversations - Leala Hewak 16:26

2y ago16:26

16:26

A conversation between artist Leala Hewak and Curator of Exhibitions and Public Programs at Gallery 44, Lillian O'Brien Davis about her vitrines exhibition, Small House. more info here: digital.gallery44.orgBy Gallery 44

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Episode 144: Ryo Onishi - the Power of Systema 56:11

2y ago56:11

56:11

This episode sees the return of Ryo Onishi (Systema Japan) to the podcast, with an engaging discussion of developing real power in Systema. As usual, Ryo brings practicality and a healthy perspective to a topic that can easily drift into the esoteric and impractical. Here, we get into: Common points of confusion Aspects of power development: lightn…

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Interview with artist Lorenzo Colocado (G44xJAYU) 30:12

2y ago30:12

30:12

An interview with emerging artist Lorenzo Colocado, Leila Fatemi (G44)and Celeste Cole (JAYU) about Colocado's current exhibition Loving Lola in the Gallery 44 Vitrines.By Gallery 44

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48: Episode 48: Bourbon Mash Bash 26:32

2y ago26:32

26:32

This time Judy, Marlys and Jon compare 3 bourbons: Basil Hayden Toast, Oola Waitsburg Bourbon, and Legent Bourbon. Enjoy.By Fun With Scotch and other fine spirits

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French-language Interview with Cecilia Bracmort 47:25

2y ago47:25

47:25

A French-language interview with curator Josephine Denis about Bracmort's exhibition at Gallery 44 Peau Nature Morte (Tropical Market) from June 3 - July 2, 2022.Materials referenced in the conversation:Minorit'art revue recherches decoloniales trilingualMinorit'Art – Revue de recherches décoloniales (minoritart.org)Edouard Glissant - Institut du T…

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Episode 143: Edgars Cakuls 41:06

2y ago41:06

41:06

This episode, a fascinating discussion with Systema veteran and Head Instructor of Systema NYC, Edgars Cakuls. In this second appearance on the show, Edgars reflects on ideas and concepts shared during his recent 2-day, outdoor seminar in Durham, North Carolina, entitled Working From the Spine. Along the way, we cover: The critical importance of sp…

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47: Episode 47: Yo Ho Ho and a bottle of Rum! 39:07

2y ago39:07

39:07

Marlys, Judy and Jon Sample and compare four rums from 3 countries: Mount Gay Eclipse, Dictador 12 Year, Flor de Caña 18 Year, and Stade's RumBy Fun With Scotch and other fine spirits

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Episode 142: On Optimization

2+ y ago

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Hullo, Friends. After an 8-week sabbatical, Systema For Life returns this month with a broad discussion on the subject of focus, attention, and the attempt to "optimize" your daily training and life routines. I'm joined once again by coach and wellness expert, Howard Jacobson. Here, we get into: Losing and reclaiming routines during the pandemic Th…

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Elnaz Mansouri interview 11:30

2+ y ago11:30

11:30

An interview with artist Elnaz Mansouri and curator Lillian O'Brien Davis about Mansouri's current exhibition Winter Abstracts in the Gallery 44 Vitrines.By Gallery 44

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46: Episode 46: May the road rise up to meet you... 38:51

2+ y ago38:51

38:51

Marlys, Judy and Jon review 3 Irish Whiskies. Kilbrin Irish Whiskey Sherry Cask, Egans Fortitude Single Malt Irish Whiskey, and The Dead Rabbit Irish Whiskey. Happy Saint Patrick's Day!By Fun With Scotch and other fine spirits

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Episode 141: On Internal and External Work, with Jan Bloem 1:10:06

2+ y ago1:10:06

1:10:06

This week, another fascinating conversation with prolific movement scientist, neuroscientist, and martial artist Jan Bloem. As we learned during our first conversation last year (see episode 124), Jan has studied the art and science of movement and combat at the very highest levels – on the theoretical side as an expert in kinesiology and psychomot…

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Interview with artist Bidemi Oloyede 23:53

2+ y ago23:53

23:53

Interview with artist Bidemi Oloyede and curator Lillian O'Brien DavisBy Gallery 44

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45: Episode 45: 3 Favorite Whiskies for 2021 22:46

2+ y ago22:46

22:46

Marlys, Judy and Jon review 3 of their favorite whiskies for the end of 2021: Michters Single Barrel Straight Rye, The Balvenie Doublewood 12 Year Scotch Whisky, and Dalmore King Alexander III Scotch Whisky. Mmm, so good! :)By Fun With Scotch and other fine spirits

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Episode 140: Tim Anderson 54:08

2+ y ago54:08

54:08

This week, a deep dive into the world of Original Strength - a system of natural movement and neurological "resetting" created by company founder, personal trainer, and physical educator Tim Anderson. Tim's simple (but effective) OS system is a wonderful complement to Systema practice - especially for beginning trainees - and for anyone recovering …

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44: Episode 44: The Ryes Have it. 1:01:20

2+ y ago1:01:20

1:01:20

Tonight we sample 5 Rye Whiskies: Michters Straight Rye, Old Overholt, Cadee Cascadia, Blue Spirits Straight Rye, and Whistlepig Small Batch Rye. Special guest reviewers are Karen and Glenda, joining the usual suspects of Marlys, Judy and Jon.By Fun With Scotch and other fine spirits

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Episode 139: Gabe Stern 1:19:48

3y ago1:19:48

1:19:48

This week, a dive into the world of martial arts, medicine and holistic health - with impassioned Systema student and Doctor of Chinese Medicine Gabriel Stern. On the medical side, Gabe was a trained EMT and ER nurse before becoming a student and clinician versed in Chinese healing modalities. On the martial arts side, he studied Eskrima and Pekiti…

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