Rise Above Podcast is your daily dose of faith, love, music, fashion, society, sports, technology, & entertainment reviews as well as rants and raves.
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Trying to hold it together since 2002
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I tend to speak something but not only do I stumble but accidentally murmur genius sometimes.
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"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 Wordswor ...
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Design Futurecast is Maria Lorena Lehman's journey through design explorations and experiments ― where breakthrough questions intersect with expansive design thinking to shift your own creative path toward more innovative heights. Imagine yourself in the future, asking questions about a design solution you are creating today. With elements of visionary time-travel...Every episode examines cutting-edge investigations from a new perspective ― exploring the design experiment and its result in t ...
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Mindfulness for the Thinking Mind. A soothing, soporific voice with which to calm and center yourself. Episodes on themes as diverse as walking, sleeping, stretching, anxiety, worldly possessions, positive affirmations, lunch hours, and morning commutes. Meditations and sleep stories for every occasion at any stage of life. From Shakespeare to the Stoics, Coleridge to the Platonists, the Buddha to the Transcendentalists, we'll borrow our wisdom from the best who have ever thought, and streng ...
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For the Irish historian John Bagnell Bury, history should be treated as a science and not a mere branch of literature. Many contemporary histories written in the late nineteenth and early twentieth century were poetic and heroic in tone, blending fact and fiction, myths and legends. They sometimes relied on sources from Shakespeare and classical poets. For Bury, the facts of history may be legendary or romantic in nature, but they should be recounted in a scholarly and non-judgmental manner, ...
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Evil Genius Chronicles Podcast for September 7 2024 - Everything is Difficult
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Evil Genius Chronicles Podcast for September 7 2024 - Everything is Difficult Download audio On this show, I play a song from The Heavy Heavy; I play an audio comment from James Cridland; we close the discussion on Radio Open Source; I talk about our trip to DragonCon; I had my first EV charging site confrontation; the Kennedys were our benefactors…
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Austin: City of Tomorrow W/Ryan Puzycki
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Send us a text Ryan Pazicki joins us to reimagine the future of Austin, Texas as a leading urban center. What if Austin could surpass New York and Los Angeles? We explore this ambitious vision, focusing on the influx of Californians and New Yorkers and the sentiment of "Don't California, my Texas." We delve into how fostering human connection, comm…
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Exploring the Future of Artificial General Intelligence with Peter Voss
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Send us a text Can artificial intelligence truly replicate human consciousness and creativity? Join us on the Troubadour channel as we sit down with Peter Voss, a trailblazer in the field of artificial intelligence, to explore this profound question. Peter takes us through his captivating journey from electronics engineering to becoming a key figur…
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Evil Genius Chronicles Podcast for August 30 2024 - Could the Stakes Possibly Be Lower?
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Evil Genius Chronicles Podcast for August 30 2024 - Could the Stakes Possibly Be Lower? Download audio On this show, I play a song from The Three O'Clock; arguments about podcasting are tedious; I am attending Dragon*Con on a low preparation trip; the old dog had an incident; everyone who called the ACA marketplace "socialism" is an idiot and can g…
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Evil Genius Chronicles Podcast for August 23 2024 - 20th Anniversary Podcast Episode
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Evil Genius Chronicles Podcast for August 23 2024 - 20th Anniversary Podcast Episode Download audio On this show, I play a song from The Gentle Readers; I take a victory lap about 20 years of doing this particular podcast; I tell the quick version of my origin story and cite Dave Winer and Adam Curry for me getting started; Bloggercon 3 and Portabl…
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Exploring William Blake's 'The Shepherd' with Kirk Barbera
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Send us a text Have you ever wondered how the simple melody of a poem can captivate the mind of a child? Join me, Kirk Barbera, as we journey through William Blake's enchanting "The Shepherd" from his iconic collection "Songs of Innocence and of Experience." Expect to immerse yourself in the soothing sounds of Blake's poetry while I read aloud and …
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Twenty years ago today, inspired by Dave Winer and Adam Curry I sat down in front of my laptop and started talking. The methods and equipment have changed but I've never stopped. Today I am celebrating that auspicious date by reposting my original episode. This preceded the coining of the term "podcasting", the existence of any podcatcher other tha…
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Bringing Shakespeare to Life in the Classroom: Transforming K-12 Education with Austin Shakespeare
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Send us a text Ever wonder how Shakespeare's intricate language and timeless stories can transform K-12 education? Join us in an enlightening conversation with Kirk and Anne Ciccolella from Austin Shakespeare as we uncover the secrets to making classic literature accessible and exciting for young students. Learn how Shakespeare's complex narratives…
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Evil Genius Chronicles Podcast for August 16 2024 - Vacuum Hose to Your Wallet
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Evil Genius Chronicles Podcast for August 16 2024 - Vacuum Hose to Your Wallet Download audio On this show, I play a song from Ortega; we attempted a vacation and abandoned it due to a tropical storm; we rafted in man-made rapids; the Great Wolf Lodge did not soak us; delivery drivers love to give us wet packages; I opted to not jerry-rig a whole h…
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The Artistic Genius of William Blake
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Send us a text Can poetry transform the way you perceive the world? Journey with us as we explore the enchanting and profound works of William Blake, one of the most versatile artists and thinkers of his time. We'll uncover why Blake’s "Songs of Innocence and Experience" serve as the perfect introduction to poetry for all ages, revealing deep insig…
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Reimagining Comics: An Artistic Journey W/Michael Morse
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Send us a text Find Michael Morse's art on instagram @themichaelmorse What if comic books were more than just colorful stories for kids? Join me as I sit down with Michael Morse, an expert in comic book history and an artist with a penchant for Godzilla-inspired figurines. Michael reveals the complexities behind producing official merchandise and s…
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Evil Genius Chronicles Podcast for August 5 2024 - The Sheer Force of my Charming Ass Personality
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Evil Genius Chronicles Podcast for August 5 2024 - The Sheer Force of my Charming Ass Personality Download audio On this show, I play a song from Lawrence Rothman; grampa's house is sold; the Taskmaster watch continues forward; Mike Wozniak is my favorite contestant; we are watching the Mae Martin show Feel Good; I am planning for a 20th anniversar…
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Red Pill Poison: Unpacking the Controversy and Misconceptions
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Send us a text Are men today navigating love and relationships with outdated maps? Join us as we sit down with Mike Mazza, associate fellow at the Ayn Rand Institute, to explore the controversial red pill manosphere's impact on modern dating advice. From fitness and fashion to the contentious pickup artist culture, Mike recounts his journey through…
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Evil Genius Chronicles Podcast for July 21 2024 - Manic Depressives with Big Dreams and Poor Execution
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Evil Genius Chronicles Podcast for July 21 2024 - Manic Depressives with Big Dreams and Poor Execution Download audio On this show, I play a song from Pharoah Sanders; I have really been enjoying several local venues; selling grampa's house is getting real; we play a new round of terrible podcast promos; I do a bit of a retirement check-in; we trad…
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Exploring the Thin Line Between Cults and Traditional Religions: A Deep Dive into Catholicism, Schisms, and Personal Faith Journeys
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Send us a text Is Catholicism more similar to a cult than you might think? In this episode, we embark on a thrilling exploration of religious movements, beginning with a deep dive into the controversial distinctions between cults and established religions. We critically examine characteristics like deference to authoritarian leaders and contrast th…
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Evil Genius Chronicles Podcast for July 12, 2024 - I Wished Nothing But Ill For Him
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Evil Genius Chronicles Podcast for July 12, 2024 - I Wished Nothing But Ill For Him Download audio On this show, I play a song from The New Marines; grampa's house is under contract; the family went to Carowinds and we went to Heroescon; my con strategy was different this time; less bin diving, less autograph seeking, more print and collection buyi…
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Evil Genius Chronicles Podcast for June 14 2024 - Swift Immediate Poetic Justice
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Evil Genius Chronicles Podcast for June 14 2024 - Swift Immediate Poetic Justice Download audio On this show, I play a song from Agitprop; middle school is finished; I could skate through K-12 and I could not skate through Georgia Tech; I never signed the kid in late for middle school; I was petty cleaning out a classroom; we play "Is This Asshole …
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Evil Genius Chronicles Podcast for June 3 2024 - Sweaty Working Class Metal Heads
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Evil Genius Chronicles Podcast for June 3 2024 - Sweaty Working Class Metal Heads Download audio On this show, I play a song from the Beths; I had to spike a show for audio reasons; I am in danger of getting my Podcast HOF Trophy repossessed; we are limping to the finish line of middle school; my family stayed in grampa's house; the cleaning standa…
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Obsession and Morality in 'Baby Reindeer': Art, Psychology, and Philosophy
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Send us a text What happens when a simple act of kindness spirals into a dark and twisted obsession? Join us in the Viewing Room as we dissect the British black comedy miniseries "Baby Reindeer," available on Netflix. Our panel, featuring Jennifer Buoni, Jax Schumann, Mark Pellegrino, and myself, embarks on an exploration of comedian Donnie Dunn's …
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Egoism Without Permission: Tara Smith on Ayn Rand’s Ethics
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Send us a text Buy Egoism Without Permission: The Moral Psychology of Ayn Rand's Ethics (Ayn Rand Society Philosophical Studies) Venture into the world of self-determination with Professor Tara Smith as she illuminates the path to living egoism authentically, free from the shackles of societal approval. Her new book, "Egoism Without Permission: The…
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Evil Genius Chronicles Podcast for May 17 2024 - Find a Nickel in your Intestines Download audio On this show, I play a song from Bourgeois Tagg; I talk a little about the Ellen James Society and Mojo Nixon; are we a low functioning family? I had a day that was my Platonic ideal of a retired person's day; I hate my school day routine; I don't measu…
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Evil Genius Chronicles Podcast for May 11 2024 - Roulette Money Burning a Hole in my Roulette Wallet
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Evil Genius Chronicles Podcast for May 11 2024 - Roulette Money Burning a Hole in my Roulette Wallet Download audio On this show, I play a song from Bobo Bojangles; grampa's funeral has happened; I had my first complete EV charging meltdown; we charged at a brand new Circle K charger in Goldsboro; less than one week after I posted my concerns about…
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Beyond Netflix: Discovering the Thrill of Live Theatre
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Send us a text Embark on an enthralling odyssey into the soul of the theater with the Artistic Director of Austin Shakespeare, inviting us into the realm where the magic of Shakespearean drama and the communal spell of live performances make us active participants. Our discussion honors the enchantment of the stage, the cerebral feast of its langua…
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Exploring the Timeless Allure of Love Through Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet
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Send us a text Unlock the mysteries of love's timeless allure as we promise to guide you through the enchanting world of Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet." Discover how this literary classic not only captures the essence of romantic infatuation but also serves as a mirror, reflecting our own experiences and beliefs about love. Delve into the profoun…
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Evil Genius Chronicles Podcast for May 3 2024 - Open Faced Sandwich Generation
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Evil Genius Chronicles Podcast for May 3 2024 - Open Faced Sandwich Generation Download audio On this show, I play a song from There I Ruined It; grampa is no longer with us; his last months were difficult for everyone in such an avoidable dumb way; don't mix your important documents with trash; grampa was a Glengarry lead; wtf is a "personal repre…
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