Best Nicholas Baker Podcasts (2025)

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Alien Parasites, Antarctic Booze, and the King of PR Chaos: Bo Shurling on The Thing! 1:16:19

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On this frosty episode of the Adult Beverage Film Podcast, we crack open our survival rations (a.k.a. adult beverages) and thaw out one of cinema’s chilliest horror masterpieces — John Carpenter’s The Thing. Joining us in the frozen tundra of our recording session is the legendary Bo Shurling — unit publicist, award-winner, celebrity wrangler, and …

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2025 Episode 6: Ashlie Crofts, Brendan Cholakian and Jordan Baker 1:20:23

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Hosts Teo Pellizzeri and Maeve Sparrow sit down with Ashlie Crofts (APIA Leichhardt), Brendan Cholakian (Rockdale Ilinden) and Jordan Baker (St George FC), examining all the happenings across our competitions as we get closer to business end of the season! Stay up to date with the NPL NSW competitions by visiting nplnsw.com.au or following NPL New …

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Love, Vodka, and Oligarch Drama — Nicholas Brown Joins Us for Sean Baker’s Anora! 1:21:19

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Get ready to uncork some serious conversation (and maybe pop a few questionable champagne corks), because this episode of the Adult Beverage Film Podcast is hopping on a private jet straight into Sean Baker’s wild, heartfelt, and occasionally vodka-soaked Anora. Helping us navigate this whirlwind of love, chaos, and Russian family drama is special …

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2025 Episode 5: Nicholas Olsen, Chloe Gordon and Claudio Fabiano 1:31:32

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Hosts Teo Pellizzeri and Maeve Sparrow catch up with Nicholas Olsen (Wollongong Wolves), Chloe Gordon (Sydney Olympic) and Claudio Fabiano (UNSW FC) and dive into all the latest action and storylines from across the Football NSW competitions. Stay up to date with the NPL NSW competitions by visiting nplnsw.com.au or following NPL New South Wales on…

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Lights, Camera… Vampires? Steve Saxon Joins Us for a Bloody Good Time with Sinners! 1:30:04

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This week on the Adult Beverage Film Podcast, we’re sharpening our fangs, pouring something strong, and sinking our teeth into Ryan Coogler’s electrifying vampire thriller Sinners. Helping us navigate this dark, soulful ride is none other than Steve Saxon — Director of Photography, camera operator, and all-around visual wizard whose credits range f…

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Nicholas Laccetti /// Thelema and the Death of God 1:12:14

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In this episode, Justin speaks with Nicholas Laccetti about his 2021 article, "AL and LA: Thelema and the Death of God". Nicolas is a member of the National Communications Team of the Poor People’s Campaign: A National Call for Moral Revival. He is the author of The Inner Church is the Hope of the World: Western Esotericism as a Theology of Liberat…

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2025 Episode 4: Emily Minett, Mitch Mallia and Hannah Tomelic 1:00:40

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Hosts Teo Pellizzeri and Annabelle Banfield catch up with Emily Minett (Manly United), Mitch Mallia (Blacktown City) and Hannah Tomelic (Marconi Stallions) and go through the latest happenings in Football NSW competitions. Stay up to date with the NPL NSW competitions by visiting nplnsw.com.au or following NPL New South Wales on Facebook and Instag…

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Cartels, Courtrooms & Catchy Choruses — We’re Talking Emilia Pérez! 1:13:02

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This week on the Adult Beverage Film Podcast, we’re shaking up our cocktails and our genres with Jacques Audiard’s bold, bonkers, and beautiful Emilia Pérez. Part musical, part crime thriller, and part “wait, did they just break into song during a cartel shootout?”, this Cannes sensation tells the story of Rita — a burned-out lawyer who’s roped int…

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2025 Episode 3: James Hilton, Isabella Coco-Di Sipio and Sam Armson 1:11:23

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Hosts Teo Pellizzeri and Annabelle Banfield speak with James Hilton (Marconi Stallions), Isabella Coco-Di Sipio (Bulls FC Academy) and Sam Armson (Inter Lions) and discuss the state of play in Football NSW competitions! Stay up to date with the NPL NSW competitions by visiting nplnsw.com.au or following NPL New South Wales on Facebook and Instagram…

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2025 Episode 2: Alexia Karrys-Stahl, Bai Antoniou and Bianca Galayini 1:04:17

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Hosts Teo Pellizzeri and Annabelle Banfield bring you the latest episode of Kick-Off, featuring interviews with Alexia Karrys-Stahl (Illawarra Stingrays), Bai Antoniou (St George FC) and Bianca Galayini (Hills United)! Stay up to date with the NPL NSW competitions by visiting nplnsw.com.au or following NPL New South Wales on Facebook and Instagram.…

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The Panarchist Politics of Amipotence [Audio Essay] 27:21

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This episode features an audio essay from Matt Baker titled “The Panarchist Politics of Amipotence”. The essay appears in a recently published volume centering on Tom Oord’s concept of amipotence. The volumes also feature entries from Josh Patterson, Catherine Keller, Ilia Delio, et al and is available here: https://www.amazon.com/Amipotence-Suppor…

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Thomas Nail /// The Philosophy of Movement 1:17:52

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In this episode, Matt speaks with Thomas Nail about his book "The Philosophy of Movement: An Introduction". Nail is Professor of Philosophy at the University of Denver and the author of numerous books including The Figure of the Migrant, Theory of the Border, Marx in Motion, Theory of the Image, Theory of the Object, Theory of the Earth, Lucretius …

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2025 Episode 1: David Perkovic, Mel Caceres and Noah Chianese 1:00:29

6M ago1:00:29

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Hosts Teo Pellizzeri and Annabelle Banfield bring you the first in-season episode of Kick-Off for 2025, featuring interviews with David Perkovic (NWS Spirit), Mel Caceres (APIA Leichhardt) and Noah Chianese (SD Raiders)! Stay up to date with the NPL NSW competitions by visiting nplnsw.com.au or following NPL New South Wales on Facebook and Instagra…

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Catherine Keller /// OrtLine25 Response 20:16

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This episode features a special session from a recent conference hosted by the Center for Open and Relational Theology. The conversation centers on Catherine Keller’s latest book, No Matter What: Crisis and the Spirit of Planetary Possibility. The episode includes Keller’s opening remarks, a response from matt, and Keller’s reply. Other panelists h…

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Elliot Wolfson /// Heidegger and Kabbalah 1:05:49

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In this episode, Matt and Justin Speak with Professor Elliot Wolfson about his book Heidegger and Kabbalah: Hidden Gnosis and the Path of Poiesis. Wolfson is a renowned scholar of Jewish mysticism, philosophy of religion, and comparative mysticism. His work blends rigorous textual scholarship with insights from literary theory, feminist thought, po…

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2025 Season Preview: NPL Women's New South Wales 1:17:01

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NPL Women's NSW is back for 2025! Teo Pellizzeri, Annabelle Banfield and Nikola Pozder preview all the teams ahead of the upcoming season. Stay up to date with the NPL Women's NSW competition by visiting nplnsw.com.au or following NPL New South Wales on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. Watch every game this season live, free and on demand on the Fo…

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Late-Night Laughs, Polyester Suits & Actual Demons — We’re Talking Late Night with the Devil! 55:15

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Move over, Johnny Carson—this late-night talk show’s gone full brimstone! In this episode of the Adult Beverage Film Podcast, Kent, Laura, Patrick, and Squeeker pour up something strong and dive into Late Night with the Devil, the retro-horror fever dream that blends 70s talk-show nostalgia with demonic possession mayhem. The premise? A struggling …

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2025 Season Preview: NPL Men's New South Wales 1:08:06

7M ago1:08:06

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The new NPL Men's NSW season is almost here! Teo Pellizzeri and Nikola Pozder discuss all the major transfer news and how each club is shaping up for 2025. Learn all you need to know before the action kicks off on February 7th! Stay up to date with the NPL Men's NSW competition by visiting nplnsw.com.au or following NPL New South Wales on Facebook,…

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Richard Tarnas /// Cosmos and Psyche 1:03:40

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In this episode, Matt speaks with Richard Tarnas about his book Cosmos and Psyche: Intimations of a New Worldview. Richard Theodore Tarnas is a cultural historian and astrologer known for his books The Passion of the Western Mind: Understanding the Ideas That Have Shaped Our World View and Cosmos and Psyche: Intimations of a New World View. Tarnas …

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Sheri Kling /// Process Spirituality 1:17:57

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In this episode, Jake and Matt speak with Sheri Kling who is an author, speaker, singer, and spiritual mentor offering courses, keynote concerts, retreats, and one-on-one soul work for wholeness, purpose, passion, and joy. Dr. Sheri has spent a lifetime focusing on transformation and human flourishing. Her specialty is harnessing proven wisdom from…

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Andrew Culp /// Guerrilla Guide to Refusal 1:25:50

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In this episode, Justin and Matt speak with Andrew Culp. Andrew Culp (MA 2009, Ph.D. 2013) is a Professor of Media History and Theory and Program Director of the MA Aesthetics and Politics program (starting Spring 2023) in the School of Critical Studies and in the MA Aesthetics and Politics Program, California Institute of the Arts (CalArts). In hi…

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Three of Swords /// Moore, Hansen, Wilson 1:23:15

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In this episode, Matt, Justin, and Jake discuss audio clips from Alan Moore, George P. Hansen, and Robert Anton Wilson. Sympathies emerge. Art as Sorcery: https://www.entheosdesigns.net/items/art-as-sorcery-%2F%2F%2FAlan Moore on Magic: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k1qACd0wHd0George P. Hansen on The Trickster and the Paranormal: https://www.yout…

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Matt Valler /// Taking The Measure 1:37:29

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In this episode, Justin and Matt speak with Matt Valler who recently completed a PhD in Translation Studies at Queen’s University Belfast. We spoke with him about his dissertation which is titled “Taking the Measure of High Cross: Translating the Many Worlds of Truro at the Time of the Anthropocene”. Matt's work concerns the philosophy of translati…

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NICHOLAS JAMAAL CHUBB 12:14

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Our heroes return to commiserate for the fourth straight week, before looking ahead to what will be one of the greatest re-introductions a Cleveland crowd will ever see. Welcome back, 24. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Cleveland Browns Loyalists

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Justin Leavitt Pearl /// An Intro to Michel Henry 20:10

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In this episode, Justin provides an introduction to the work of Michel Henry, a French philosopher who was a major figure in 20th-century phenomenology. The introduction was delivered as part of the Simon Silverman Phenomenology Center's series "Phenomenology is for Beginners".Simon Silverman Phenomenology Center: https://dsc.duq.edu/phenomenology-…

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It's Happening Again 24:04

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Our heroes return to recap the current "State of the Union" in Browns Nation. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Cleveland Browns Loyalists

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On We Go 28:29

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Our heroes return to discuss the Vegas disaster, and look towards the game in Washington this weekend. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Cleveland Browns Loyalists

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Adam Louis-Klein + Justin Shaffner /// Sky-Earth System 1:06:24

11M ago1:06:24

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In this episode, Justin and Matt speak with anthropologists Adam Louis-Klein and Justin Shaffner about their collaborative project, “The Sky-Earth System: A Manifesto for Learning to See and Think as a Generic Ancient”. Adam Louis-Klein is a musician, philosopher and anthropologist from Seattle and New York. He studied Philosophy at Yale College (B…

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Vegas Baby 24:03

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Our heroes return to recap a brutal game against the Giants, then look towards the game in Vegas on Sunday. Godspeed to the brave warriors of the Dawg Pound who made the trip this weekend. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Cleveland Browns Loyalists

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The Penalty Diaries 22:44

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Our heroes return to recap the Jacksonville victory and look ahead to the 0-2 Giants coming to Cleveland Sunday afternoon. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Cleveland Browns Loyalists

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Let's Roll 25:20

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The boys are back after an extended absence to talk Week 1 against the Dallas Cowboys. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Cleveland Browns Loyalists

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Robert Saler /// Death to the World 1:14:50

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In this episode, Justin and Matt speak with Robert Saler about his book Death to the World, and Apocalyptic Theological Aesthetics which explores the Death to the World movement. Get the book: https://a.co/d/1MPLoOeRobert is Associate Dean and theology professor at Christian Theological Seminary, where he directs the Lilly Endowment Clergy Renewal …

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Brains, Booze & Bizarre Brilliance — We’re Talking Poor Things! 1:14:40

1y ago1:14:40

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Get ready to step into the delightfully deranged world of Poor Things, where “mad scientist” is just the starting point. In this episode of the Adult Beverage Film Podcast, Kent, Laura, Patrick, and Squeeker sip, swirl, and dissect a cinematic concoction that’s equal parts dark humor, social satire, and steampunk absurdity. Think Frankenstein meets…

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2024 Episode 6: Championship Series Special 58:43

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In our latest episode of Kick-Off, hosts Teo and Henley speak to our competition experts Tony Tannous and Nikola Pozder to wrap-up the regular season and make predictions for the incoming Championship Series! With the 2024 NPL NSW Grand Finals now confirmed to be played at the iconic CommBank Stadium in Parramatta on September 7th, all our finalist…

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Booze, Boulders & Bloodthirsty Cave Critters — We’re Going The Descent! 1:23:20

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Welcome back to the Adult Beverage Film Podcast, where we dive into movies like it’s the last drop in the bottle! This week, Kent Smith, Laura Truman, Patrick Keenan, and our resident cave-dweller Carlisle “Squeaker” Hamrick grab their helmets (and flasks) to explore the pitch-black terror of The Descent. It’s the story of six adventurous women who…

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Pink, Plastic & Perfectly Poured — We’re Talking Barbie! 1:11:07

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Step into the vibrant, fantastical world of Barbie, where our iconic doll trades her flawless Barbie Land lifestyle for an unforgettable journey into the real world. In this dazzling live-action adventure, Barbie learns that being human isn’t about perfection — it’s about embracing your quirks, finding your voice, and rocking hot pink no matter wha…

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2024 Episode 5: Jay McGowan, Ashlie Crofts and Emily Kos 48:55

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Relegation battles, title challenges and promotion pushes, the latest episode of Kick-Off has it all! Hosts Teo Pellizzeri and Henley Warner speak with Jay McGowan (Sutherland Sharks), Ashlie Crofts (APIA Leichhardt) and Emily Kos (Mount Druitt Town Rangers). McGowan's Sharks are currently locked in a five-team fight to avoid relegation from NPL Me…

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Taylor Thomas /// The Existential Tillich 1:12:22

1y ago1:12:22

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In this episode, Justin and Matt speak with Taylor Thomas who recently completed a PhD in theology, ethics, and philosophy at Boston University School of Theology. Taylor is also Lindamood Fellow at the Center for Mind and Culture and hosts the Tillich Today Podcast, dedicated to exploring the profound and often revolutionary ideas of Paul Tillich,…

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Dawning Anarchism /// Reading Malabou with Clayton Crockett 1:15:06

1y ago1:15:06

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In this episode, Clayton Crockett joins Matt and Justin to discuss Catherine Malabou's recent book, "Stop Thief! Anarchism and Philosophy". Clayton Crockett is a Professor in the Department of Philosophy and Religion and the Director of the interdisciplinary Religious Studies program at University of Central Arkansas. He regularly teaches courses o…

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2024 Episode 4: Siobhan Edwards, Jak O'Brien and Chris Payne 49:45

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The latest episode of Kick-Off features interviews with Siobhan Edwards (Illawarra Stingrays), Jak O'Brien (Blacktown City) and Chris Payne (Bankstown City)! Hosts Teo Pellizzeri and Henley Warner speak to our guests about the season so far and also provide a wrap on the latest news across the Football NSW competitions space, including the Australi…

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2024 Episode 3: Zac Sapsford, Kim Davey, Tom Whiteside and Jordan Baker 1:03:59

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Kick-off is back with a bumper episode featuring four guests from across NPL New South Wales and Football NSW Leagues! Zac Sapsford (Western Sydney Wanderers) and Kim Davey (Gladesville Ravens) give an insight into the top tier before Tom Whiteside (Mount Druitt Town Rangers) and Jordan Baker (St George FC) chat about the season so far in the Leagu…

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John Opsopaus /// Pythagorean Theology 1:15:42

1+ y ago1:15:42

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In this episode, Matt speaks with John "Apollonius" Opsopaus who is a magician, scholar, and computer scientist who has practiced magic, divination, and Neopaganism since the 1960s. He has more than 40 publications in various magical and Neopagan magazines and designed the Pythagorean Tarot and wrote the comprehensive Guide to the Pythagorean Tarot…

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Kester Brewin /// God-like: Machines, Myths, Monsters 1:08:12

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In this episode, Matt speaks with Kester Brewin who is an author, educator, and head of communications at the Institute for the Future of Work, about his recently published book called “Godlike a 500 year history of artificial intelligence in myths, machines, monsters”. "It's not only '100% zesty, it's also a powerful telling of humanity’s ongoing …

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J.F. Martel /// Being at Sea [Audio Essay] 16:57

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"Being at Sea", written by J.F. Martel appeared in METAPSYCHOSIS Journal of Consciousness, Literature, and Art on April 8, 2024. https://www.metapsychosis.com/being-at-sea/Voice and sound design by Matt BakerBy Matt Baker

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Andre Rabe /// Processing Mimetic Reality w/ Christopher Rodkey 1:14:28

1+ y ago1:14:28

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In this episode, Matt is joined by Christopher Rodkey in a conversation with Andre Rabe. Rabe is a storyteller, theologian, philosopher, author, and public speaker, known for his contributions to research on mimetic theory, open and relational theology, process philosophy, science and religion, and how to make these ideas relevant to real life. He’…

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Jamie Catto part 1: Own your shadow self 31:38

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Taj talks with Jamie Catto, musician, filmmaker, workshop facilitator, and raconteur. Topics include the importance of getting your shadow parts on board in the creative process, and Jamie's experiences making a documentary about Ram Dass. The doc is on Netflix now- it's called "Becoming Nobody." More info on Jamie: https://www.jamiecatto.com/ Sign…

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Jamie Catto part 2: Creativity 37:57

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Taj continues the conversation with Jamie Catto, musician, filmmaker, workshop leader, and raconteur. More info on Jamie: https://www.jamiecatto.com/ Sign up for a free coaching session or Taj's newsletter: https://www.tajbaker.com/By Taj Baker

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2024 Episode 2: Demi Koulizakis (Sydney Olympic) and Jordan Segreto (APIA Leichhardt) 40:55

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In our latest episode of Kick-Off we're joined by Demi Koulizakis (Sydney Olympic) and Jordan Segreto (APIA Leichhardt)! Stay up to date with the NPL NSW competitions by visiting nplnsw.com.au or following NPL New South Wales on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. Keep up with the Football NSW Leagues competitions by visiting footballnsw.com.au or fol…

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Tad Delay /// Future of Denial 1:14:43

1+ y ago1:14:43

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In this episode, Justin and Matt speak with Tad Delay about his newest book: "Future of Denial: The Ideologies of Climate Change". The age of denial is over, we are told. Yet emissions continue to rise while gimmicks, graft, and green- washing distract the public from the climate violence suffered by the vulnerable. This timely, interdisciplinary c…

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Steven Shaviro /// Process After Hours w/ Kazi Adi Shakti 1:13:51

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In this episode Justin and Matt are joined by Kazi AdI Shakti for a discussion with Steven Shaviro on issues relating to the Difference in Repetition that's in process. The reading group is sponsored by The Center for Process Studies and the Cobb Institute. Our discussion raises a number of questions about Deleuze, particularly his theory of time, …