Jake Nuno

Imagine the power of understanding your relationship with money. Join us, Jake and Kirk, on a journey to discover our money scripts and how they shape our financial decisions. From sharing personal anecdotes to hearing from a certified financial planner, you'll gain insights that could potentially revolutionize your approach to money management.Have you ever considered that your approach to money could be categorized into a 'money personality'? We delve into the personalities of money vigilance, money worship, money avoidance, and money status, discussing the traits and behaviors associated with each. From learning how to balance a relationship where partners have different money personalities to understanding the emotional responses evoked by financial decisions, this episode is a treasure trove of financial wisdom.Our special guest, a certified financial planner, offers his unique insights on the most common money scripts he encounters with his clients and how he guides them to adopt beneficial traits from different money scripts. To cap it all, we explore the complex relationship between money and personality, a discussion that can help you gain a deeper understanding of your financial habits and behaviors. So, tune in and start a journey to redefine your financial future.

Imagine the power of understanding your relationship with money. Join us, Jake and Kirk, on a journey to discover our money scripts and how they shape our financial decisions. From sharing personal anecdotes to hearing from a certified financial planner, you'll gain insights that could potentially revolutionize your approach to money management. Have you ever considered that your approach to money could be categorized into a 'money personality'? We delve into the personalities of money vigilance, money worship, money avoidance, and money status, discussing the traits and behaviors associated with each. From learning how to balance a relationship where partners have different money personalities to understanding the emotional responses evoked by financial decisions, this episode is a treasure trove of financial wisdom. Our special guest, a certified financial planner, offers his unique insights on the most common money scripts he encounters with his clients and how he guides them to adopt beneficial traits from different money scripts. To cap it all, we explore the complex relationship between money and personality, a discussion that can help you gain a deeper understanding of your financial habits and behaviors. So, tune in and start a journey to redefine your financial future.

Redefining Your Financial Future through Money Scripts With Jake Nuno

What if the emotional fulfillment we seek through romantic love could be replaced by the profound experience of appreciating fine literature and art? As we dissect Lord Byron's 'The First Kiss of Love', we pose and explore this provocative question, encouraging listeners to reflect on their own experiences with love and attraction. We challenge the conventional view that physical love is a necessity, underscoring the potential of art to portray 'what ought to be' and to remind us that love is a choice we consciously make. In this enlightening analysis, we also discuss the transformative power of love, as emphasized through the poem's repetitive phrase 'the first kiss of love'.We then take a deeper dive into Byron's work, unraveling the intriguing irony that the poet himself uses his creative output to convey his sentiment. We highlight the poem's insistence on cherishing real-life experiences, cautioning against the risks of misplaced idealism. We also examine the intimate relationship between love and creativity, urging listeners to appreciate their significance in shaping our lives. At the same time, we challenge you, our audience, to revisit this poem with a fresh perspective and consider the importance of striving for real love. So, join us for this stimulating exploration, as we shed light on love, art, and the decisions that drive our lives.

What if the emotional fulfillment we seek through romantic love could be replaced by the profound experience of appreciating fine literature and art? As we dissect Lord Byron's 'The First Kiss of Love', we pose and explore this provocative question, encouraging listeners to reflect on their own experiences with love and attraction. We challenge the conventional view that physical love is a necessity, underscoring the potential of art to portray 'what ought to be' and to remind us that love is a choice we consciously make. In this enlightening analysis, we also discuss the transformative power of love, as emphasized through the poem's repetitive phrase 'the first kiss of love'. We then take a deeper dive into Byron's work, unraveling the intriguing irony that the poet himself uses his creative output to convey his sentiment. We highlight the poem's insistence on cherishing real-life experiences, cautioning against the risks of misplaced idealism. We also examine the intimate relationship between love and creativity, urging listeners to appreciate their significance in shaping our lives. At the same time, we challenge you, our audience, to revisit this poem with a fresh perspective and consider the importance of striving for real love. So, join us for this stimulating exploration, as we shed light on love, art, and the decisions that drive our lives.

Exploring Love and Art Through Lord Byron's 'The First Kiss of Love'

Gena Gorlin

Have you ever wondered what goes on in the mind of an entrepreneur? Well, we have the perfect episode for you. We're thrilled to have Dr. Gena Gorlin with us, a trailblazer in the psychology of entrepreneurship. She offers an enlightening perspective on the entrepreneurial mindset, discussing the unique challenges and complexities that entrepreneurs face. She touches on the importance of making value-oriented decisions in our relationships, which are relevant not just to entrepreneurs, but everyone out there.What’s more, we delve into the importance of work in our lives, not in the typical sense but how being purposeful and goal-oriented changes your whole perspective about it. Dr. Gorlin sheds light on the concept of compartmentalizing work and how it shapes confidence and lends structure to your narrative. But that’s not all; work, according to Dr. Gorlin, can also have mental health benefits, providing an organizing function in one’s life.In the latter part of our discussion, we circle around to topics that resonate with all of us - the power of passion, purpose, and finding meaning in life. We discuss the importance of understanding our subconscious and the role that community plays in fostering a builder's mindset. Plus, find expert insights from Dr. Gorlin on emotional intimacy, the importance of vulnerability in relationships, and recognizing the value of people's contributions in supporting projects. This episode is a treasure trove of insights for personal and professional growth. Listen in!

Have you ever wondered what goes on in the mind of an entrepreneur? Well, we have the perfect episode for you. We're thrilled to have Dr. Gena Gorlin with us, a trailblazer in the psychology of entrepreneurship. She offers an enlightening perspective on the entrepreneurial mindset, discussing the unique challenges and complexities that entrepreneurs face. She touches on the importance of making value-oriented decisions in our relationships, which are relevant not just to entrepreneurs, but everyone out there. What’s more, we delve into the importance of work in our lives, not in the typical sense but how being purposeful and goal-oriented changes your whole perspective about it. Dr. Gorlin sheds light on the concept of compartmentalizing work and how it shapes confidence and lends structure to your narrative. But that’s not all; work, according to Dr. Gorlin, can also have mental health benefits, providing an organizing function in one’s life. In the latter part of our discussion, we circle around to topics that resonate with all of us - the power of passion, purpose, and finding meaning in life. We discuss the importance of understanding our subconscious and the role that community plays in fostering a builder's mindset. Plus, find expert insights from Dr. Gorlin on emotional intimacy, the importance of vulnerability in relationships, and recognizing the value of people's contributions in supporting projects. This episode is a treasure trove of insights for personal and professional growth. Listen in!

The Psychology of Entrepreneurship: Insights from Dr. Gena Gorlin

Dan Hackney

Would you drop everything, pack your bags, and head into a war zone to fight for freedom? That's exactly what our guest, Dan Hackney, a bonafide YouTube engineer did when he volunteered his skills and time to the Ukrainian military during the Russo-Ukrainian War. We dive deep into Dan's mind, understanding his reasons and the rollercoaster of emotions that came with his extraordinary decision, and explore his dedication to the objectivist community.From the surprising moment of finding a live grenade while building a drone to the outright defiance of curfew to experience the vibrant nightlife of Ukraine - Dan's experiences paint a chilling, yet authentic picture of the reality of war. The everyday mundane moments turn into acts of defiance and survival, and we get to hear about Dan's unexpected adventures. But it's not all guns and grenades - we also stumble upon a startup company creating military drones amidst this chaos.As we take a step back from Dan's personal journey, we delve into the wider implications of the Ukraine-Russia conflict. Drawing parallels between Putin's ambitions and Hitler's atrocities, we consider the potential consequences of supporting Ukraine and the lasting impact of this war on Ukraine's identity. Tune in to hear about Dan's profound personal growth, and how his unique journey has shaped his perspective on life, war, and freedom.

Would you drop everything, pack your bags, and head into a war zone to fight for freedom? That's exactly what our guest, Dan Hackney, a bonafide YouTube engineer did when he volunteered his skills and time to the Ukrainian military during the Russo-Ukrainian War. We dive deep into Dan's mind, understanding his reasons and the rollercoaster of emotions that came with his extraordinary decision, and explore his dedication to the objectivist community. From the surprising moment of finding a live grenade while building a drone to the outright defiance of curfew to experience the vibrant nightlife of Ukraine - Dan's experiences paint a chilling, yet authentic picture of the reality of war. The everyday mundane moments turn into acts of defiance and survival, and we get to hear about Dan's unexpected adventures. But it's not all guns and grenades - we also stumble upon a startup company creating military drones amidst this chaos. As we take a step back from Dan's personal journey, we delve into the wider implications of the Ukraine-Russia conflict. Drawing parallels between Putin's ambitions and Hitler's atrocities, we consider the potential consequences of supporting Ukraine and the lasting impact of this war on Ukraine's identity. Tune in to hear about Dan's profound personal growth, and how his unique journey has shaped his perspective on life, war, and freedom.

From YouTube Engineer to War Volunteer: Examining Dan Hackney's Journey Into the Russo-Ukrainian Conflict

Step into the enchanting world of romantic love as depicted by John Keats in his poignant ballad 'La Belle Dame Sans Merci' With us as your guides, you'll traverse the emotional landscape of love and loss, unearth the dual nature of love, and witness the power of romantic love that transcends even death itself. Can you imagine being so consumed by love that you find yourself in a state of bliss yet despair? Well, prepare to step into the shoes of a knight, as we dissect Keats' literary masterpiece, stanza by stanza, and unveil the paradox of love - its capacity to bring both joy and pain.Ever wondered what a psychological interpretation of romantic love looks like? We're going to dive deep into Keats' metaphorical portrayal of a knight's heart-wrenching love journey. We will discuss the nuances of the blissful state of two lovers, the spiritual and physical nourishment, and the inevitable turn of events that leads to a cold, desolate hillside. As we reflect on the alluring yet fleeting nature of love, you'll gain a new perspective on the power and paradox of romantic love. Join us on this journey as we explore the intoxicating world of love and loss through the exquisite verses of John Keats.

Step into the enchanting world of romantic love as depicted by John Keats in his poignant ballad 'La Belle Dame Sans Merci' With us as your guides, you'll traverse the emotional landscape of love and loss, unearth the dual nature of love, and witness the power of romantic love that transcends even death itself. Can you imagine being so consumed by love that you find yourself in a state of bliss yet despair? Well, prepare to step into the shoes of a knight, as we dissect Keats' literary masterpiece, stanza by stanza, and unveil the paradox of love - its capacity to bring both joy and pain. Ever wondered what a psychological interpretation of romantic love looks like? We're going to dive deep into Keats' metaphorical portrayal of a knight's heart-wrenching love journey. We will discuss the nuances of the blissful state of two lovers, the spiritual and physical nourishment, and the inevitable turn of events that leads to a cold, desolate hillside. As we reflect on the alluring yet fleeting nature of love, you'll gain a new perspective on the power and paradox of romantic love. Join us on this journey as we explore the intoxicating world of love and loss through the exquisite verses of John Keats.

The Beautiful Woman Without Mercy (La Belle Dame Sans Merci)

In this episode of 'Surprised by Art', embark on a journey that intimately intertwines the worlds of art, poetry, passion, and pleasure. Discover how the subtle innuendos of a mysterious painting and evocative verse can profoundly amplify your appreciation of life's sensuous delights. Explore how flirting, foreplay, and secret desires are masterfully embodied in art, creating a rich tapestry of emotion and intrigue that deepens our understanding of desire, and ultimately, enhances our enjoyment of life and love. Dive in, and allow art to guide your senses to new heights of pleasure.For more see Luc Travers' upcoming four week course "Romantic Relationships in Art" at https://www.touchingtheart.com/

In this episode of 'Surprised by Art', embark on a journey that intimately intertwines the worlds of art, poetry, passion, and pleasure. Discover how the subtle innuendos of a mysterious painting and evocative verse can profoundly amplify your appreciation of life's sensuous delights. Explore how flirting, foreplay, and secret desires are masterfully embodied in art, creating a rich tapestry of emotion and intrigue that deepens our understanding of desire, and ultimately, enhances our enjoyment of life and love. Dive in, and allow art to guide your senses to new heights of pleasure. For more see Luc Travers' upcoming four week course "Romantic Relationships in Art" at <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&amp;redir_token=QUFFLUhqblhiSExfNElyUjI4MnFJd2V1Skh0MzgwRVhJZ3xBQ3Jtc0tudk9YbjFycUk5TkJleXU2cmdNRERzOGhqbHFvWDNobmhFNnhqWExDdzhwY0tFVElfVzRwMGMxTVJsUG5mRlozbmt0NFZKU3FranZLUTlsM2xhUlZDQjB6LU5iTk9wQUNVQWFtZ3FYWjRlaUozUmMwaw&amp;q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.touchingtheart.com%2F&amp;v=UDO_VfjjhB0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.touchingtheart.com/</a>

Flirting & Foreplay in Art and Poetry

John Milton

On Shakespeare by John Milton

This is a talk I gave at an event in Austin with a group of Ayn Rand Fans. I first read Homer when I was 9 years old. I understood none of it. After re-reading it many times, and later creating The Literary Canon Club, I have come to the conclusion that everyone should read Homer. In this talk I'll explain why and give you some insights from an amateur on how to approach the two epic poems of Homer. "The Iliad" and "The Odyssey."

This is a talk I gave at an event in Austin with a group of Ayn Rand Fans.  I first read Homer when I was 9 years old. I understood none of it. After re-reading it many times, and later creating The Literary Canon Club, I have come to the conclusion that everyone should read Homer. In this talk I'll explain why and give you some insights from an amateur on how to approach the two epic poems of Homer. "The Iliad" and "The Odyssey."

How And Why To Read Homer

Robert Frost

With the call from some "futurists" like Elon Musk to pause development of AI, I explore two poems. One written by an Artificial Intelligence app, and another written by Robert Frost. The hypothesis: The chasm between Artificial Intelligence and the miraculous Human Consciousness is infinitely deep and unsurpassable. This does not diminish AI, but rather puts it in it's place as a tool of the human mind.Experiment: take three abstract human emotions "isolation, sorrow, despair" and implement the most basic universal English poetic forms "Sonnet Iambic Pentameter" and explore both poems as a poetry critic.

With the call from some "futurists" like Elon Musk to pause development of AI, I explore two poems. One written by an Artificial Intelligence app, and another written by Robert Frost.  The hypothesis: The chasm between Artificial Intelligence and the miraculous Human Consciousness is infinitely deep and unsurpassable. This does not diminish AI, but rather puts it in it's place as a tool of the human mind. Experiment: take three abstract human emotions "isolation, sorrow, despair" and implement the most basic universal English poetic forms "Sonnet Iambic Pentameter" and explore both poems as a poetry critic.

Robert Frost Versus Artificial Intelligence

A discussion of the Poem:Lines Composed a Few Miles above Tintern Abbey, On Revisiting the Banks of the Wye during a Tour. July 13, 1798By William Wordsworth

A discussion of the Poem: Lines Composed a Few Miles above Tintern Abbey, On Revisiting the Banks of the Wye during a Tour. July 13, 1798 By William Wordsworth

Why Are Reaction Videos So Popular (A Poet Answers)

"It is the honourable characteristic of Poetry that its materials are to be found in every subject which can interest the human mind." William Wordsworth The Troubadour Podcast invites you into a world where art is conversation and conversation is art. The conversations on this show will be with some living people and some dead writers of our past. I aim to make both equally entertaining and educational.In 1798 William Wordsworth and Samuel Coleridge published Lyrical Ballads, which Wordsworth called an experiment to discover how far the language of everyday conversation is adapted to the purpose of poetic pleasure. With this publication, he set in motion the formal movement called "Romanticism." 220 years later the experiment is continued on this podcast. This podcast seeks to reach those of us who wish to improve our inner world, increase our stores of happiness, and yet not succumb to the mystical or the subjective.Here, in this place of the imagination, you will find many conversation with those humans creating things that interest the human mind.

I’ve never been a fan of poetry. I found it confusing and boring. However, Kirk’s ability to make poems relevant and easy to understand helped me appreciate the true beauty behind poetic words. Great concept!

Perfect for the poetry novice!

Thank you for challenging peoples thinking, Kirk…Great concept podcast!

Challenge Your Beliefs/Challenge Your Thinking

"It is the honourable characteristic of Poetry that its materials are to be found in every subject which can interest the human mind." William Wordsworth The Troubadour Podcast invites you into a world where art is conversation and conversation is art. The conversations on this show will be with some living people and some dead writers of our past. I aim to make both equally entertaining and <a href="http://educational.In" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">educational.In</a> 1798 William Wordsworth and Samuel Coleridge published Lyrical Ballads, which Wordsworth called an experiment to discover how far the language of everyday conversation is adapted to the purpose of poetic pleasure. With this publication, he set in motion the formal movement called "Romanticism." 220 years later the experiment is continued on this podcast. This podcast seeks to reach those of us who wish to improve our inner world, increase our stores of happiness, and yet not succumb to the mystical or the subjective.Here, in this place of the imagination, you will find many conversation with those humans creating things that interest the human mind.

The Troubadour Podcast

Nathaniel Branden, a psychologist and pioneer in the study of self-esteem, said that artists and creators have an above average acceptance of the condition of aloneness. We can learn a lot from artists at any time of life, including our current situation. So how did great artists deal with isolation? What can we learn from them? How can we be better in contemplating art and our own lives?Luc Travers is an art historian and art guide who has returned to the show to explore art with us. We looked at six paintings and he describes what he believes are two huge values of studying not only the painting of great artists, but their lives as well.Luc will be putting on a multi-week course on the topic of Bonding with Great Artists. This video will be a tiny taste of all that he has to offer. I highly recommend you check it out: http://www.touchingtheart.com/bonding-with-great-artists.html?fbclid=IwAR0UkDpz4BglGgvfzwbA1Xp4WplDPK3QA1VE5fTpHkhjbDlUJQdTi-1UdyM

Nathaniel Branden, a psychologist and pioneer in the study of self-esteem, said that artists and creators have an above average acceptance of the condition of aloneness. We can learn a lot from artists at any time of life, including our current situation. So how did great artists deal with isolation? What can we learn from them? How can we be better in contemplating art and our own lives? Luc Travers is an art historian and art guide who has returned to the show to explore art with us. We looked at six paintings and he describes what he believes are two huge values of studying not only the painting of great artists, but their lives as well. Luc will be putting on a multi-week course on the topic of Bonding with Great Artists. This video will be a tiny taste of all that he has to offer. I highly recommend you check it out: <a href="http://www.touchingtheart.com/bonding-with-great-artists.html?fbclid=IwAR0UkDpz4BglGgvfzwbA1Xp4WplDPK3QA1VE5fTpHkhjbDlUJQdTi-1UdyM" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.touchingtheart.com/bonding-with-great-artists.html?fbclid=IwAR0UkDpz4BglGgvfzwbA1Xp4WplDPK3QA1VE5fTpHkhjbDlUJQdTi-1UdyM</a>

Bonding with Art and Artists W/Luc Travers

Donald Trump

Robert Forst

Robert Frost and Donald Trump would have been great friends. They have so much in common: They were both born in big American cities, both have wide appeal in rural America and both speak with poetic fervor about walls. “I will build a great wall — and nobody builds walls better than me, believe me… I will build a great, great wall on our southern border…mark my words,” said President Trump. Indeed, Robert Frost, too, has marked some words about walls in his poem, Mending Wall, which tells the story of two neighbors fixing the gaps in the walls which separate their property.Trump and Frost are truly kindred spirits, for both also have a love of proverbs. Many of Frost’s’ phrases have made it into the American vernacular, and Trump is more than happy to use the phrases passed down to him. In his love poem about walls, Frost coined the saying: “Good Fences Make Good Neighbors;” recently Trump eloquently quoted his father’s saying: “a nation without borders is not a nation.” Indeed, Mr. Trump and Mr. Frost must be soulmates.Unlike Frost, the President will not merely speak of building a wall; he’ll do it. “Mark my words,” he states. Don’t discount words too fast, however. There’s power in words as there’s power in building walls. In Frost’s’ realm, he waxes poetical on the beauty of walls: “Something there is that doesn’t love a wall, that sends the frozen-ground-swell under it, and spills the upper boulders in the sun; and makes gaps even two can pass abreast.”Who doesn’t love a wall? That makes boulders spill like milk in the sun, and that pushes the earth beneath like two barefooted lovers walking on damp grass. The very existence of a wall stresses our togetherness. Take a moment to picture two people walking in an open field. One wanders over here by the thrush and another over there by a boulder; this separation is not possible when they approach a wall. They must find the gap and then “two can pass abreast.”Despite criticisms of President Trump, his intentions are pure. “We are going to stabilize on both sides of the border and we also understand that a strong and healthy economy in Mexico is very good for the United States,” he said upon his Presidential announcement to build a wall. “Today, America get’s back control of its borders.” Indeed!Frost would nod gravely in agreement. “The work of hunters is another thing,” he would add. Referring to the heartache of mending his wall season after season, due to jackals and beasts of all sorts, he says “I have come after them and made repair where they would have the rabbit out of hiding to please the yelping dogs. The gaps I mean, no one has seen them made or heard them made, but at spring mending time we find them there.” As Trump emphasizes many times, the days of cartels “wreaking havoc in our country is over. We are going to get them out and we are going to get them out fast.” How poetic, indeed!Again Robby Frost would nod sagely and add to his buddy’s assessment. Walls also bring neighbors together. Trump’s wall, after all, will need repairing from time to time. And so our two nations must come together every spring mending time to repair it. When these gaps are found, perhaps the nation to our south will act as Frost does: “I let my neighbor know beyond the hill; and on a day we meet to walk the line and set the wall between us as we go.” Trump, in fact, may not be willing to go so far as his friend Frost here. For, to Frost, this mending of the walls is a “kind of a game” played by neighbors. Oh isn’t that fun? Indeed:“To each the boulders that have fallen to each. And some are loaves and some so nearly balls we have to use a spell to make them balance: ‘Stay where you are until our backs are turned!’ We wear our fingers rough with handling them

Robert Frost and Donald Trump would have been great friends. They have so much in common: They were both born in big American cities, both have wide appeal in rural America and both speak with poetic fervor about walls. “I will build a great wall — and nobody builds walls better than me, believe me… I will build a great, great wall on our southern border…mark my words,” said President Trump. Indeed, Robert Frost, too, has marked some words about walls in his poem, Mending Wall, which tells the story of two neighbors fixing the gaps in the walls which separate their property. Trump and Frost are truly kindred spirits, for both also have a love of proverbs. Many of Frost’s’ phrases have made it into the American vernacular, and Trump is more than happy to use the phrases passed down to him. In his love poem about walls, Frost coined the saying: “Good Fences Make Good Neighbors;” recently Trump eloquently quoted his father’s saying: “<a href="https://video.foxbusiness.com/v/5297345667001/#sp=show-clips" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">a nation without borders is not a nation.”</a> Indeed, Mr. Trump and Mr. Frost must be soulmates. Unlike Frost, the President will not merely speak of building a wall; he’ll do it. “Mark my words,” he states. Don’t discount words too fast, however. There’s power in words as there’s power in building walls. In Frost’s’ realm, he waxes poetical on the beauty of walls: “Something there is that doesn’t love a wall, that sends the frozen-ground-swell under it, and spills the upper boulders in the sun; and makes gaps even two can pass abreast.”Who doesn’t love a wall? That makes boulders spill like milk in the sun, and that pushes the earth beneath like two barefooted lovers walking on damp grass. The very existence of a wall stresses our togetherness. Take a moment to picture two people walking in an open field. One wanders over here by the thrush and another over there by a boulder; this separation is not possible when they approach a wall. They must find the gap and then “two can pass abreast.” Despite criticisms of President Trump, his intentions are pure. “We are going to stabilize on both sides of the border and we also understand that a strong and healthy economy in Mexico is very good for the United States,” he said upon his Presidential announcement to build a wall. “Today, America get’s back control of its borders.” Indeed!Frost would nod gravely in agreement. “The work of hunters is another thing,” he would add. Referring to the heartache of mending his wall season after season, due to jackals and beasts of all sorts, he says “I have come after them and made repair where they would have the rabbit out of hiding to please the yelping dogs. The gaps I mean, no one has seen them made or heard them made, but at spring mending time we find them there.” As Trump emphasizes many times, the days of cartels “wreaking havoc in our country is over. We are going to get them out and we are going to get them out fast.” How poetic, indeed! Again Robby Frost would nod sagely and add to his buddy’s assessment. Walls also bring neighbors together. Trump’s wall, after all, will need repairing from time to time. And so our two nations must come together every spring mending time to repair it. When these gaps are found, perhaps the nation to our south will act as Frost does: “I let my neighbor know beyond the hill; and on a day we meet to walk the line and set the wall between us as we go.” Trump, in fact, may not be willing to go so far as his friend Frost here. For, to Frost, this mending of the walls is a “kind of a game” played by neighbors. Oh isn’t that fun? Indeed: <blockquote>“To each the boulders that have fallen to each. And some are loaves and some so nearly balls we have to use a spell to make them balance: ‘Stay where you are until our backs are turned!’ We wear our fingers rough with handling them</blockquote>

The Poetry of Walls: Donald Trump and Robert Forst

Rucka Rucka Ali

You know him as the youtube sensation taking over the minds of young people like a ... Well I won't talk like that right now. He's Rucka Rucka Ali.We discussed how we are dealing with lock downs as well as how Objectivism helps us laymen interpret and act based on the current state of affairs.Later in the discussion we get into a variety of topics including what we are reading now (you'll never guess!) the role of literature at a time like this, the creative process, and developing an independent life.This was an absolute pleasurable conversation for me and I hope you enjoy it as well.

You know him as the youtube sensation taking over the minds of young people like a ... Well I won't talk like that right now. He's Rucka Rucka Ali.We discussed how we are dealing with lock downs as well as how Objectivism helps us laymen interpret and act based on the current state of affairs.Later in the discussion we get into a variety of topics including what we are reading now (you'll never guess!) the role of literature at a time like this, the creative process, and developing an independent life.This was an absolute pleasurable conversation for me and I hope you enjoy it as well.

Quarantine Nation! A Conversation with Rucka Rucka Ali

A prosperous prince isolates himself in his castle along with 1,000 revellers, while a plague devastates the country-side. This is the essence of this very short story by Poe.When, today, we have the King of Thailand ordering arrests for people who go outside, while he holds up in a harem with 20 women, this story seems more real than fantasy.Yet, I will be arguing there is a much deeper psychological story being told right under our eyes. It is one of fear and terror of course. Unfortunately, it will hit much closer to home than Thailand.Enjoy this discussion and reading of a masterpiece by Edgar Allan Poe.

A prosperous prince isolates himself in his castle along with 1,000 revellers, while a plague devastates the country-side.  This is the essence of this very short story by Poe. When, today, we have the King of Thailand ordering arrests for people who go outside, while he holds up in a harem with 20 women, this story seems more real than fantasy. Yet, I will be arguing there is a much deeper psychological story being told right under our eyes. It is one of fear and terror of course. Unfortunately, it will hit much closer to home than Thailand. Enjoy this discussion and reading of a masterpiece by Edgar Allan Poe.

The Masque of the Red Death by Edgar Allan Poe

On this episode I spend some time discussing my observations from talking to people during this crisis and I share my personal lessons from riding a motorcycle.Literature can provide us with models for living and for dying. This may seem like an un-important thing, but it is absolutely critical. Death frames life. Without death we would have no reason to live. Poems that show us decaying and death can provide for us insights and ways to contemplate our own mortality and how to behave at times of higher risk.Poems read:Old Man Travelling: Animal Tranquilty and Decay, A Sketchby William WordsworthThe Death of Simoeisios (excerpt from The Iliad)Iliad, Book 4, lines 473-489 (trans. Seth Schein)

On this episode I spend some time discussing my observations from talking to people during this crisis and I share my personal lessons from riding a motorcycle. Literature can provide us with models for living and for dying. This may seem like an un-important thing, but it is absolutely critical. Death frames life. Without death we would have no reason to live. Poems that show us decaying and death can provide for us insights and ways to contemplate our own mortality and how to behave at times of higher risk. Poems read: Old Man Travelling: Animal Tranquilty and Decay, A Sketch by William Wordsworth The Death of Simoeisios (excerpt from The Iliad) Iliad, Book 4, lines 473-489 (trans. Seth Schein)

On Dealing With Fear: Motorcycles, The Iliad and Plagues

You can find DIane's work at Dianemorrisonfiction.comWe had a great conversation that began with a scan of her room and the Witch's broom she has! Ever wonder what a Wiccan Priestess does? We chatted about Wicca, Pagan and Greek Mythology, Jordan Peterson, Literature and modern writing.Enjoy this wide ranging conversation with Sci-Fi author and musician Diane Morrison.

You can find DIane's work at <a href="http://Dianemorrisonfiction.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dianemorrisonfiction.com</a> We had a great conversation that began with a scan of her room and the Witch's broom she has! Ever wonder what a Wiccan Priestess does? We chatted about Wicca, Pagan and Greek Mythology, Jordan Peterson, Literature and modern writing. Enjoy this wide ranging conversation with Sci-Fi author and musician Diane Morrison.

Artful Convo: Wicca, Sci-Fi and more w/Diane Morrison

Nathaniel Hawthorne

This is the reading for part 4 of the four part series on Nathaniel Hawthorne and the Birth of Sci Fi.I have decided to record the commentary separately. For now, enjoy the reading of the Artist of the Beautiful. Here is one question to ask yourself before entering the world of Hawthorne's artist. Does the artist solve a problem that Hawthorne established was the flaw of the scientist in his former stories, Dr. Heidegger's Experiment, The Birthmark, Rappaccini's Daughter? Most importantly, what does Hawthorne's answer to this ambitious individual who wishes to discover and master the creative essence of the universe mean for us today?

This is the reading for part 4 of the four part series on Nathaniel Hawthorne and the Birth of Sci Fi. I have decided to record the commentary separately. For now, enjoy the reading of the Artist of the Beautiful.  Here is one question to ask yourself before entering the world of Hawthorne's artist. Does the artist solve a problem that Hawthorne established was the flaw of the scientist in his former stories, Dr. Heidegger's Experiment, The Birthmark, Rappaccini's Daughter?  Most importantly, what does Hawthorne's answer to this ambitious individual who wishes to discover and master the creative essence of the universe mean for us today?

The Artist of the Beautiful by Nathaniel Hawthorne

Poe was a proponent of a "single unified effect" in his fiction work. Some emotion that all of the parts of the story lead up to and create.In The Cask of Amontillado we can experience the fear of unknown death by the character Fortunato. Or we can experience the fear of our own potential for violence in the narrator Montressor. Which one do you experience?

Poe was a proponent of a "single unified effect" in his fiction work. Some emotion that all of the parts of the story lead up to and create. In The Cask of Amontillado we can experience the fear of unknown death by the character Fortunato. Or we can experience the fear of our own potential for violence in the narrator Montressor. Which one do you experience?

The Cask of Amontillado by Edgar Allan Poe

Luc Travers and I just had a fantastic discussion about various artworks and how to look at a paintings. It often feels as though art is a special category of human activity that only a unique few can enjoy. What Luc teaches is how to "enhance those special moments in your life through the lens of art."This approach to great artwork elevates even the everyday, seemingly mundane occurrences. It also, of course, elevates even the high points, the conflicts, the struggles, the achievements, or, in other words, LIFE.On this episode we actually evaluate several pieces of artwork live. You will get to see me struggle to make sense of paintings, and I even get to introduce Luc to a new painting!This was such a fun episode and I know you will enjoy it.

Luc Travers and I just had a fantastic discussion about various artworks and how to look at a paintings. It often feels as though art is a special category of human activity that only a unique few can enjoy. What Luc teaches is how to "enhance those special moments in your life through the lens of art."This approach to great artwork elevates even the everyday, seemingly mundane occurrences. It also, of course, elevates even the high points, the conflicts, the struggles, the achievements, or, in other words, LIFE.On this episode we actually evaluate several pieces of artwork live. You will get to see me struggle to make sense of paintings, and I even get to introduce Luc to a new painting!This was such a fun episode and I know you will enjoy it.

Making Art Personal with Luc Travers

Dianne Durante

Traveling is a big value for people today. It's one of the great benefits of being alive today. It is so easy and affordable to see the whole world. Often, we can travel places and see only the usual suspects. In this discussion I explore Dianne Durante's latest book "Getting More Enjoyment from Sculpture You love," and we discuss Dianne's work as being part of "travelogues."Travelogues don't have to be boring lectures. They can be exhilarating and exciting new ways of seeing the world. Don't just go to NYC and see the same monuments you are "supposed to see." Try, instead, an art tour. Best of all, you can do this at your own pace and in your own way.On this show Dianne and I discuss several sculptures, so you can see how simple her method is and how it helps anyone from any background enjoy art more deeply.We also discuss a little bit of poetry and some ways to work with your children in seeing new art.Special thank you to Quent Cordair Fine Art for the image of one of the sculptures they represent.*To see all the art we discuss as well as links to many great resources please visit troubadourmag.com

Traveling is a big value for people today. It's one of the great benefits of being alive today. It is so easy and affordable to see the whole world. Often, we can travel places and see only the usual suspects. In this discussion I explore Dianne Durante's latest book "Getting More Enjoyment from Sculpture You love," and we discuss Dianne's work as being part of "travelogues." Travelogues don't have to be boring lectures. They can be exhilarating and exciting new ways of seeing the world. Don't just go to NYC and see the same monuments you are "supposed to see." Try, instead, an art tour. Best of all, you can do this at your own pace and in your own way. On this show Dianne and I discuss several sculptures, so you can see how simple her method is and how it helps anyone from any background enjoy art more deeply. We also discuss a little bit of poetry and some ways to work with your children in seeing new art. Special thank you to Quent Cordair Fine Art for the image of one of the sculptures they represent. *To see all the art we discuss as well as links to many great resources please visit <a href="http://troubadourmag.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">troubadourmag.com</a>

Enjoying Sculptures with Dianne Durante

Jordan Peterson

Eric Harris, one of the Columbine killers, was a young man who had his house in order. He was good with the ladies. He had several close friends, including Dylan Klebold (fellow Columbine Killer). He recently received a promotion. Though he had recently been punished for breaking into a van with his compatriot Dylan, Eric had graduated from the "diversion program," as one of the more distinguished young men. The judge who saw him believed him to be a fine young man with a good father. He was good with computers, smart, good-looking and charming. Had we a time machine to take to Eric Harris the book "12 Rules For Life: An Antidote to Chaos" by Dr. Jordan B. Peterson, Eric would have merely become a more efficient killer.Had Eric taken to heart the blase advice by Peterson to put his house in perfect order before criticizing the world, Eric would merely have become a more efficient murderer. He would have arranged the chairs more properly on his sinking Titanic.In this podcast episode I dive deep into what connects Eric and Dylan to Islamic radicals, to Nazis, to Communists, and to any individual or group who has created a subjectivist irrational worldview and acted it out to it's fullest conclusion.In previous podcasts on rules 1-5 I have mostly praised Dr. Jordan Peterson. In this podcast I had no choice but to destroy his ideology. He is dead wrong about these ideologically motivated killers. Peterson also commits the gravest of crimes (though I am hoping he has been merely duped by his Christianity). But, he has committed the crime of intellectual dishonesty.There is no other conclusion that can be drawn when he compares the suffering of Eric and Dylan to that of the brutal murdering Carl Panzram. Dylan and Eric were upper middle class, very loved and very lucky young men. Carl Panzram was raped and brutalized as a child in a correctional facility. To even pretend that these were the same, and that their "suffering" is what led them to seek vengeance is absurd and dishonest.Something else motivated Eric Harris and Dylan Klebold and Eliot Rodgers and Adam Lanza and Cho Seung-Hui to attempt to annihilate the universe, by pointing guns at school students. This is what we will explore in today's podcast on Rule #6: Set Your House in Perfect Order before You Criticize the World

Eric Harris, one of the Columbine killers, was a young man who had his house in order. He was good with the ladies. He had several close friends, including Dylan Klebold (fellow Columbine Killer). He recently received a promotion. Though he had recently been punished for breaking into a van with his compatriot Dylan, Eric had graduated from the "diversion program," as one of the more distinguished young men. The judge who saw him believed him to be a fine young man with a good father. He was good with computers, smart, good-looking and charming.  Had we a time machine to take to Eric Harris the book "12 Rules For Life: An Antidote to Chaos" by Dr. Jordan B. Peterson, Eric would have merely become a more efficient killer. Had Eric taken to heart the blase advice by Peterson to put his house in perfect order before criticizing the world, Eric would merely have become a more efficient murderer. He would have arranged the chairs more properly on his sinking Titanic. In this podcast episode I dive deep into what connects Eric and Dylan to Islamic radicals, to Nazis, to Communists, and to any individual or group who has created a subjectivist irrational worldview and acted it out to it's fullest conclusion. In previous podcasts on rules 1-5 I have mostly praised Dr. Jordan Peterson. In this podcast I had no choice but to destroy his ideology. He is dead wrong about these ideologically motivated killers. Peterson also commits the gravest of crimes (though I am hoping he has been merely duped by his Christianity). But, he has committed the crime of intellectual dishonesty. There is no other conclusion that can be drawn when he compares the suffering of Eric and Dylan to that of the brutal murdering Carl Panzram.  Dylan and Eric were upper middle class, very loved and very lucky young men. Carl Panzram was raped and brutalized as a child in a correctional facility. To even pretend that these were the same, and that their "suffering" is what led them to seek vengeance is absurd and dishonest. Something else motivated Eric Harris and Dylan Klebold and Eliot Rodgers and Adam Lanza and Cho Seung-Hui to attempt to annihilate the universe, by pointing guns at school students. This is what we will explore in today's podcast on Rule #6: Set Your House in Perfect Order before You Criticize the World

Jordan Peterson's 6th Rule, School Killers, The Pebble and the Clod

William Blake

Today we will explore how a philosopher would explain the famous "problem of evil" and how a poet would discuss the same problem.Tyger Tyger, burning bright, In the forests of the night; What immortal hand or eye, Could frame thy fearful symmetry?In what distant deeps or skies. Burnt the fire of thine eyes? On what wings dare he aspire? What the hand, dare seize the fire? And what shoulder, &amp; what art, Could twist the sinews of thy heart? And when thy heart began to beat, What dread hand? &amp; what dread feet? What the hammer? what the chain, In what furnace was thy brain? What the anvil? what dread grasp, Dare its deadly terrors clasp! When the stars threw down their spears And water'd heaven with their tears: Did he smile his work to see? Did he who made the Lamb make thee? Tyger Tyger burning bright, In the forests of the night: What immortal hand or eye, Dare frame thy fearful symmetry?

Today we will explore how a philosopher would explain the famous "problem of evil" and how a poet would discuss the same problem. Tyger Tyger, burning bright, In the forests of the night; What immortal hand or eye, Could frame thy fearful symmetry? In what distant deeps or skies. Burnt the fire of thine eyes? On what wings dare he aspire? What the hand, dare seize the fire? And what shoulder, &amp; what art, Could twist the sinews of thy heart? And when thy heart began to beat, What dread hand? &amp; what dread feet? What the hammer? what the chain, In what furnace was thy brain? What the anvil? what dread grasp, Dare its deadly terrors clasp! When the stars threw down their spears And water'd heaven with their tears: Did he smile his work to see? Did he who made the Lamb make thee? Tyger Tyger burning bright, In the forests of the night: What immortal hand or eye, Dare frame thy fearful symmetry?

Romantic #5: The Tyger by William Blake & The Problem of EVIL

Deanna Heikkinen

Ask someone the following two questions. First, "Is reading literature a good thing?" Then, "Do you read literature?" And it is amazing that everyone will answer affirmative in the former and negative in the latter.Do that with anything else in life and you will likely find a wide range of answers. "Is riding horseback a good thing?" Some will say yes and some will say no and some will be neutral. Then follow with the second question "Do you horseback ride,? And again you'll get a variety of answers. Try the question with 'working hard,' 'following your passion,' 'exercise,' 'eating healthy.'There is a huge disconnect in our society. We all know that reading literature is a Good and yet very few of us actually read literature. On today's episode I talked with Deanna Heikkinen from Pisan Academy to talk about the value of literature. Both Deanna and I share the missoin of attempting to bring literature to non-academics. At the Pisan Academy, they focus on creating curriiculum for homeschoolers.

Ask someone the following two questions. First, "Is reading literature a good thing?" Then, "Do you read literature?" And it is amazing that everyone will answer affirmative in the former and negative in the latter.Do that with anything else in life and you will likely find a wide range of answers. "Is riding horseback a good thing?" Some will say yes and some will say no and some will be neutral. Then follow with the second question "Do you horseback ride,? And again you'll get a variety of answers. Try the question with 'working hard,' 'following your passion,' 'exercise,' 'eating healthy.'There is a huge disconnect in our society. We all know that reading literature is a Good and yet very few of us actually read literature. On today's episode I talked with Deanna Heikkinen from Pisan Academy to talk about the value of literature. Both Deanna and I share the missoin of attempting to bring literature to non-academics. At the Pisan Academy, they focus on creating curriiculum for homeschoolers.

The Practical Value of Reading Literature W/ Deanna Heikkinen

Poets are thinkers. We don't see them as thinkers. But great poets have a special way of thinking that can benefit us all.In this poem we see that type of thinking at its clearest. The poem is a simple poem about two types of love, but expressed in the way that only a poet can express it.

Poets are thinkers. We don't see them as thinkers. But great poets have a special way of thinking that can benefit us all. In this poem we see that type of thinking at its clearest.  The poem is a simple poem about two types of love, but expressed in the way that only a poet can express it.

The Clod and the Pebble by William Blake

In this episode I have a movie recommendation too!There are two Holy Thursdays, one in The Songs of Innocence and another in the Songs of Experience. The focus for this episode is the innocence.As with other songs of innocence poems, there is a layer of darkness just beneath the surface. Ostensibly this is a poem about an annual procession of orphans in London called Ascension Day. The poem is told from the perspective of a casual observer of the ceremony.We'll go line by line and see how Blake is using the form and meaning of his poem to vibrate your brain in such a way as to allow you to understand a deeper meaning behind this ceremony.

In this episode I have a movie recommendation too! There are two Holy Thursdays, one in The Songs of Innocence and another in the Songs of Experience. The focus for this episode is the innocence. As with other songs of innocence poems, there is a layer of darkness just beneath the surface. Ostensibly this is a poem about an annual procession of orphans in London called Ascension Day. The poem is told from the perspective of a casual observer of the ceremony. We'll go line by line and see how Blake is using the form and meaning of his poem to vibrate your brain in such a way as to allow you to understand a deeper meaning behind this ceremony.

Holy Thursday by William Blake

This is a very simple poem about a mother who sits by her infant's cradle while he sleeps and sings him a song. The deeper question to ask is, why is she crying?

This is a very simple poem about a mother who sits by her infant's cradle while he sleeps and sings him a song. The deeper question to ask is, why is she crying?

A Cradle Song by William Blake

Jason Crawford

I had the pleasure to sit down with Jason Crawford of The Roots of Progress to discuss human progress in the arts and sciences.We discussed quite a bit, including:The concept of progressProgress in ancient Greece and Modern progressHow it can be lostHow art can fuel human progressExplorers like Vasco Balboa and the myth of EldoradoHistory of bronze, steel and other technologiesAnd so much more!Enjoy this great conversation and let us know what you think. Is our ability to continue creating new inventions and making new discoveries coming to an end?

I had the pleasure to sit down with Jason Crawford of The Roots of Progress to discuss human progress in the arts and sciences.We discussed quite a bit, including: The concept of progress Progress in ancient Greece and Modern progress How it can be lost How art can fuel human progress Explorers like Vasco Balboa and the myth of Eldorado History of bronze, steel and other technologies And so much more!Enjoy this great conversation and let us know what you think. Is our ability to continue creating new inventions and making new discoveries coming to an end?

The Roots of Progress With Jason Crawford

Next to The Tell-Tale Heart, this short tale by Poe is one of his most famous today. It is the story of a man captured by the Spanish Inquisition and sent to a dark pit where he received the worst psychological tortures.We tend to think of Poe as purely a horror writer, which he is. But in Part 2 of this show I will discuss more of Poe's contributions to science fiction, which are present even in this work.

Next to The Tell-Tale Heart, this short tale by Poe is one of his most famous today. It is the story of a man captured by the Spanish Inquisition and sent to a dark pit where he received the worst psychological tortures. We tend to think of Poe as purely a horror writer, which he is. But in Part 2 of this show I will discuss more of Poe's contributions to science fiction, which are present even in this work.

The Pit and the Pendulum by Edgar Allan Poe (PT 1)

Yaron Brook

This is an audio version of the video you can find at troubadourmag.com or on Facebook or Youtube:In this video I discuss Yaron Brook's review of The Irishman by Martin Scorsese. While there are several point of agreement I have with Yaron's assessment, I believe he fundamentally misses the point of the movie. Moreover, I believe he wrongly applies Ayn Rand's conception of esthetics to Scorsese's movie. Here I will defend The Irishman as great art, whether or not you subjectively like the movie. It is my understanding that Yaron hated the fim (totally understandable) but that he allowed this to cloud his judgment of assessing the film is improper. I hope you will enjoy a dissectioon of several scenes as well as a discussion of the gangster genre, Martin Scorse's filmography, the art of acting (and what we can judge of it) and much much more. This was a fun one to create and as I say in the video it comes from a place of love, as so much of Yaron's work has been an inspiration to me.

This is an audio version of the video you can find at <a href="http://troubadourmag.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">troubadourmag.com</a> or on Facebook or Youtube: In this video I discuss <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ybrook/?__tn__=K-R&amp;eid=ARB0_lq3G0R3g_YWgPbE6lUpnb38mOi3BvsKyLe-iLy1ym4kxPYPaxgWTSHjXCEhMSRwQLzRm7uI45eV&amp;fref=mentions&amp;__xts__%5B0%5D=68.ARBfyPAeUcj8ixsZRVWwhoACnTpwQC4Q1SfntuLpk9Qb9MERfPhFlS-dyX9G18JAbHCEwTBi7mEcwM5Bt5sHyACqs5WAuabRG7fdgaoyW4ElI1Dhh7rnz5lnbuKkIvQG-XGa7XVm_CGk9p4QH_utFsRK8NFTkyD9pkRVRzTDn4kaeatgEHWmyheYUmigpM9NF1nmMh9E2B1fXvFDUuVObOxozEzd0XazHKOadXva6pUS6tFzFS4AXlj54emuQThfWuSqZ2dkHOhK3eBPrPHpb3RzIdWscfqYwRHjjyHi84g-TbgZ261DgsJUbIj-RTZkGcV4KLF96LQ3tT6duGI6TBt1NMAh-AJOr3f3Kt2hGa__V8Dl6OJVhXXffuc" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Yaron Brook</a>'s review of The Irishman by Martin Scorsese. While there are several point of agreement I have with Yaron's assessment, I believe he fundamentally misses the point of the movie. Moreover, I believe he wrongly applies Ayn Rand's conception of esthetics to Scorsese's movie. Here I will defend The Irishman as great art, whether or not you subjectively like the movie. It is my understanding that Yaron hated the fim (totally understandable) but that he allowed this to cloud his judgment of assessing the film is improper. I hope you will enjoy a dissectioon of several scenes as well as a discussion of the gangster genre, Martin Scorse's filmography, the art of acting (and what we can judge of it) and much much more. This was a fun one to create and as I say in the video it comes from a place of love, as so much of Yaron's work has been an inspiration to me.

Response to Yaron Brook's review of The Irishman

William Blake was the most eccentric of the Romantics. He was equally important in visual arts as well as poetry. His books included beautiful engravings all hand made, and for this reason he was not well known until the 20th century.A man opposed to oppression and repression of all times, in his work we see an imaginative mind building an entire world before our eyes. This first poem, "The Piper" is from The Songs of Innocence and it serves as the introduction to this book.

William Blake was the most eccentric of the Romantics. He was equally important in visual arts as well as poetry. His books included beautiful engravings all hand made, and for this reason he was not well known until the 20th century. A man opposed to oppression and repression of all times, in his work we see an imaginative mind building an entire world before our eyes.  This first poem, "The Piper" is from The Songs of Innocence and it serves as the introduction to this book.

SMP #30 Introduction to the Songs of Innocence by William Blake

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