Just Add Water
38 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsA place to rant, vent and keep it 100!
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Third time is the charm...?
August 20, 2022 00:00 - 16 minutes - 11.1 MBTechnical difficulties with this one so bear with me. Had to re-record this episode because it got lost somewhere in the void of a computer crash. Talking about my recent car break-in and thefts in the city, a recommendation sprinkled in there. Apologies again!
We Are Screwed
August 15, 2022 00:00 - 19 minutes - 13.5 MBHe All, Did this episode awhile ago. It got lost in the shuffle, damn computer crashing and life stuff. Anyway I rant out the overturn of Roe v Wade and how this country is essentially going backwards. I had to get shit off my chest in the moment, I was so upset.
Back at it!
May 30, 2022 04:00 - 20 minutes - 14.4 MBHappy Sunday y'all Or whatever damn day it is for you. Hope it going well! I'm just getting baked ranting about: Medical cards, Marvel Everything Everywhere, All at Once Work School shit Covid (FUCK) Thanks for listening, PEACE
May promo
May 23, 2022 01:00 - 2 minutes - 2.05 MBHey Y'all It's been a hot minute, but I'm back! It's all most summer time! I have some new content dropping soon! ~Peace
Merry New Year ... 2021
December 31, 2021 07:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MBHappy New Year all! Hope you're all doing well. Talking about: family stuff birthdays the holidays work dieting and recommendations Happy a safe and fruitful new year :) peace
Halloween 2021
October 21, 2021 15:00 - 42 minutes - 29.3 MBHappy Halloween all! Topics this week: Bill Burr Dead and Company; and my ass tripping on mushrooms Going to school Moving Movies Be a socialist HAPPY belated BIRTHDAY to my dear friends: Jenn & Sonja
Body Image
August 15, 2021 04:00 - 35 minutes - 24.5 MBHi one and all, Discussing my own issues with body image, weight lose, dieting etc. It's been on hell of a journey but I can say that I'm happier and healthier, that's for damn sure. Don't let other dictate your life. Be happy, healthy and comfortable in your own skin. Also: odd news and a few recommendations info links: http://www.dosomething.org Male Body image Social Media effects Twitter: @bluape_cb Take care - peace
July_2021
July 19, 2021 16:00 - 23 minutes - 16.1 MBJoin and help spread the word about the March for Medicare for All #M4M4ALL Alright took awhile but I got the shit up. I'm rambling, drinking, the usual. Just trying to occupy my time on a boring Saturday evening. I talk about some nerdy stuff, current events, books I'm reading and my personal life. Enjoy... or don't Holla
Update
July 03, 2021 04:00 - 3 minutes - 2.79 MBJust a little update on the show. Let's talk nerd shit... music, books, movies, shows! I'm going to make an episode this weekend. Then after that, I'll be hitting you up with content at least once a month but hopefully twice. Thanks for listening.
Free Palestine
May 23, 2021 05:00 - 35 minutes - 24.5 MB#Istandwithpalestine This is for the lives lost in Gaza. FREE PALESTINE Talking about the heavy weapons and bombing done by Israel; backed with military aide and money. Getting back to "normal" Covid Recommendations
Post covid life
April 24, 2021 03:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MBHi All, Ranting about life during covid: Apartment living in the city Falcon and the Winter Soldier (Captain America) Shout out to Katie, Jenn, and Jim Covid shots (shots - shots - shots) Goddamn bugs N64 Please click subscribe and share :) A little goes a long way Much love <3
Buzzed and at random
March 21, 2021 04:00 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MBI figured I'd make a podcast at random. Why not a buzzed or drunkin podcast episode. I talk about all things. Marvel, nerdy, movie and film. Plus I talk about my personal life, because why not. Sharing is caring. Thanks for subscribing ; please share with a friend or neighbor.
Still Here...
March 10, 2021 05:00 - 6 minutes - 4.66 MBHey Everybody, Just checking in on you! Got some nerdy goodness to talk about this weekend. Marvel shows, Films, etc. I'm just updating peeps on what's going on; but there will be more to come in a few days. Thanks for sticking with me! Please be sure to tell a friend, click the link and subscribe. PEACE
2021 Reset
January 17, 2021 07:00 - 21 minutes - 15 MBBrand new year, brand new episode! Talking about moving out of my family's place and into my apartment; Drinking tea; Minimum wage increase; Sports and recommendations Stay safe and wear a goddamn mask! Twitter: @bluape_cb
Trick-or treat
November 01, 2020 00:00 - 21 minutes - 14.7 MBWith all the madness going on in the world, I wanted to do a little bit of a light-hearted episode. Just a small reminder to vote on 11/3 or sooner. If you know of anyone who may need assistance, please reach out to them; talk to your employer about making time off to go and vote. I also talk about my favorite Halloween costumes growing up, my computer crapping out on me, and some recommendations. Have a HAPPY & SAFE HALLOWEEN Voter assistance INFO
The Black Body: For Jacob Blake
August 31, 2020 16:00 - 22 minutes - 15.8 MBHey everyone, In today's episode I talk about the ownership of bodies, mainly black bodies. We are a nation built on the backs of slaves (and immigrants). POC have to be constantly be mindful of what we do and what we say around people in power. We need police and criminal justice reform in this country now more than ever. Moreover, we need to come to grips with the history of this country; the good, the bad, and the ugly. Recommendations: Video Game - Ghost of Tsushima Anime/ netflix ...
#BLM
June 02, 2020 13:00 - 13 minutes - 9.6 MBThis episode is dedicated to all the Black and Brown men and women of color who have lost their lives to police violence. My nerves have been on edge the last few days and this is the best way for me to get out my thoughts and feelings. People have been oppressed, abused and abandon for too long my society. The contract of a peaceful society has been broken for generations. We need to hold each other accountable. Do more than just post something on social media. Resist, fight, and be stic...
Interview: Golden Curls
May 31, 2020 14:00 - 38 minutes - 26.5 MBI had the very special pleasure of sitting down with two of the members of the St. Louis band Golden Curls, Sarah Downen and Philip Zahnd. We talk about their influences, how they have been holding up during lockdown, the local St. Louis scene and their love for Taco Bell. You can find there album, "Goblin Market" on BandCamp and Spotify. Links included Golden Curls LP Article Stay safe and stay positive
Covid aka "the Rona"
April 20, 2020 00:00 - 27 minutes - 19.1 MBOn this episode I talk about the effects of Covid-19. I drove around the city and it's like the damn zombie apocalypse. I touch upon the effects that it's having on the economy; local businesses and unemployment. Recommendations: The Ghost Who Walks Better Call Saul Future Man Devs Charities to donate: Click here to a list Thanks for listening! Be sure to rate on itunes or wherever you listen and tell a friend
Single Payer
March 08, 2020 19:00 - 31 minutes - 21.4 MBThis week's episode is going to focus on something that I'm sure has effected you in some way, shape or form... Healthcare. I talk about my own personal experiences with dealing with medical cost and bills along with some other stories in the news that have caught attention. I'm a huge advocate of a single-payer/medicare of all system. Thanks for listening and liking. Please rate this podcast and tell at least one friend about me! Links & videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Z2XRg3dy9...
Promo 3
February 29, 2020 20:00 - 1 minute - 1.39 MBHappy New Year all! I'll have 3 new episodes to kick off the new year. Interview with local St. Louis band, Fluorescent The effects of cutting back on meat and the environment Medicare for All Thanks for listening and staying tuned! You'll be hearing from me shortly
Holiday Blues
December 08, 2019 05:00 - 19 minutes - 13.5 MBI'm dedicating this episode to my friends, especially my dear friend Paige who past away a little over a year ago. This was passionate about people; friends, family or strangers. She saw the good in people. This year I'm focusing less on certain aspects of Christmas and more on doing simple but good deeds for people in see in everyday life. Sending a simple text or email just to say hi Volunteering time or money to a charity Or a simple act of kindness to family, friends, or a strang...
Our Enviroment and the Future
October 20, 2019 02:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MBThis week I touch upon the the effects of climate change; Man-made causes and why we should give a damn about making this world a better place. This is not just about current generations, but it's an issue that concerns future ones as well. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paris_Agreement https://climate.nasa.gov/ https://www.forbes.com/sites/simonlack/2018/08/23/guess-whos-most-effective-at-combating-global-warming/#2596967b5cdb https://medium.com/uncclearn/the-7-most-epic-climate-change-...
Sterotypes
August 05, 2019 17:00 - 25 minutes - 17.4 MBI talk about stereotypes and media perceives POC (people of color). I briefly talk about my experience with white people and other POC as well. I talk about things that black nerds can relate to and understand. This episode is about thinking outside of our social circles and biases; thinking beyond the media's perception of people whether based on race, ethnicity, or sexual orientation. Links: https://www.upi.com/Odd_News/2019/08/01/Surgeons-remove-526-teeth-from-young-boys-mouth/9651564...
Droogs!
July 20, 2019 19:00 - 21 minutes - 15 MBToday I cover my relationship with drugs... or a lack of. I talk about: 1994 crime bill Magic mushrooms and DARE. (believe it or not, but I have a DARE medal). Also odd news involving beer and monks. Please support > subscribe > and tell your friends
Promo #2
July 08, 2019 01:00 - 1 minute - 948 KBHi all! I'll be posting more content next weekend - July 14. Subject matter: my relationship with drugs... a lack there of. I talk briefly about marijuana and magic mushrooms. There will be odd news and a few recommendations.
Favorite Concerts
May 25, 2019 19:00 - 33 minutes - 15.4 MBI’m back! I know I’ve been away for a minute. I’ve been dealing with a few things in my personal life. Plus I haven’t had quite time to focus on the podcast. It’s concert season so on this episode I talk about some of my favorite/memorable concerts Also odd & interesting news Thanks for sticking with me. Please listen, subscribe and share with your friends! Peace, Christoph Michaels
Promo for the next episode
May 17, 2019 00:00 - 2 minutes - 1.29 MBSorry for the delay. Sometimes life comes at you quick. Next episode I'll be covering: My favorite concerts and concert moments Explaining the delay in the episodes Odd news and some other shit. Thanks for hanging in there and staying with me. Tell a friend, copy the link and subscribe! Much LOVE
What is Gentrification
March 02, 2019 01:00 - 33 minutes - 15.6 MBWhat the hell is gentrification and how are some cities being affected? Areas for discussion St. Louis Grove, Redlining White flight New York City, documentaries/ shows support local/small businesses Recommendations: Russian Doll - Netflix Benny Sings - City Pop Devil May Cry 5 https://www.pbs.org/video/what-i-hear-gentrification/ https://www.theatlantic.com/politics/archive/2015/09/this-is-what-happens-after-a-neighborhood-gets-gentrified/432813/
Alzheimer's
January 27, 2019 01:00 - 27 minutes - 12.8 MBSorry in advance if this audio sounds like shit. I'm using a new computer and different software. Plus I've been a bit scatter-brained lately. Today's episode I share a little bit of my personal experience with a family member who died from Alzheimer's. Also I talk about the warning signs for caregivers and family members. It can be a stressful situation to say the least. Briefly I talk about deaths of friends and family over the last few years, as well as enjoying life. PLUS - Odd News ...
Views on religion
December 22, 2018 06:00 - 29 minutes - 13.4 MBToday I talk about my views on religion. Surprise... I'm agnostic bitches! I also talk about organized religion & mega churches. The good and bad are discussed. My recommendations for the week and a brand NEW segment "Odd News" All I'll say is thanks a f**king lot Dennis Rodman. Feel free to hit me up at [email protected]
Episode... Hell I'm not sure
November 16, 2018 19:00 - 13 minutes - 6.1 MBMy apologies in advance. Been stupid busy the last few weeks. This is an abbreviated episode. I start talking about why (sometimes) we Americans eat like shit. The reasons such as food deserts, income, lifestyle, etc. Plus recommendations. More episodes on the way, I promise. Thanks for listening. @blerd_black_nerd
Abandoning Tradition
September 22, 2018 05:00 - 27 minutes - 12.7 MBIs marriage for everyone? I talked about the institution of marriage today vs 50 years ago. With money, kids, and bills/debt involved, is it really worth it. I know for me I'm good being single and alone for now, away. Maybe I'm single at heart. Any local bands, feel free to hit me up at [email protected] Let me feature your music. Links: https://www.huffingtonpost.com/2014/05/14/reasons-not-to-get-married_n_5274911.html https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/living-single/20131...
Living with Depression
August 18, 2018 05:00 - 26 minutes - 12.1 MBToday I talk about something that's near and dear to my heart... Depression & anxiety. Millions suffer from it everyday, but only few get treatment and help. I talk about my own person demons and what I've gone through over the years and some things that my help. For help, visit ADAA.org; National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-8255
To hell with dating
July 22, 2018 05:00 - 25 minutes - 11.9 MBThis episode I expore online dating... The ups and downs, creepers, arranged marriages and the search to find that special someone. Recommendations: Voltron - season 6 (Netflix) Modern Romance by Aziz Ansari Tattoo artist Jessie Langs @JessieIsOkay
Trust and letting go
July 06, 2018 05:00 - 28 minutes - 13.2 MBThis is a redo/refocus of a previous episode I was working. Today I focus on privacy among "friends" and coworkers, me being a introvert, and how our priorities change as we get older.
Life in the [Fast Food] lane
March 31, 2018 05:00 - 38 minutes - 17.5 MBWelcome back! This is going to be a two-part episode. Today I talk about my days as a fast food worker. Believe it or not, I spent roughly 12 years in the industry. I’ve learned some interesting things, and have met some interesting people. I cover whether or not fast food/service workers should at least make a livable wage. Next time, I’ll introduce an old friend…
Is college a waste of time?
March 17, 2018 05:00 - 25 minutes - 11.9 MBTopic(s): ~ Student loan debt ~Parents shouldering child debt ~ Music & TV recommendations Info notes: ~Debt.org ~Pewreseach ~Business Insider/ Fiscal Times ~Des Moines Register ~BRIT + CO For more information, comments or suggestions: email [email protected]