Peace and Joy 505
160 episodes - English - Latest episode: 16 days ago -Mindfulness moments including conversation, poems, songs and humorous observations about the everyday process of seeking peace and joy in a complex world. Come join a lot of folks just like you
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Very short episode of astrophysics fun
April 08, 2024 18:22 - 35 seconds - 339 KBVery brief episode
Strange Lights in the Sky Over Indiana
April 01, 2024 15:09 - 4 minutes - 2.04 MBThis episode features some thoughts about lights, the first part of 2024 and more. This was recorded with the assistance of AI It also includes some lovely little limericks enjoy
March Madness Money and becoming blueblooods
March 25, 2024 23:33 - 23 minutes - 10.8 MBBetting paying athletes and other elements of competition are considered from a seeking peace and joy and other perspectives.. The time to make important decisions about how we define ourselves may be at hand.. the madness is real
For the Week of St. Patrick’s Day
March 18, 2024 03:49 - 1 minute - 973 KBThis will only take a minute you can find links to the printed formats on FB and X May you be in heaven a half hour before the devil knows you are there
Politics are Outrageous
March 01, 2024 16:06 - 21 minutes - 10 MBIn this episode P&J returns with some ideas about government/politics… the weather and adding a few thoughtful rhymes at the end. Wnjoy
On Someday in History
December 01, 2023 19:09 - 9 minutes - 4.28 MBSomething happens on everyday. Of the year. This unique perspective on the “on this day “ calendar will probably shed a new light on things like the moon landing conspiracy or maybe not Enjoy
Rethink Thanksgiving
November 04, 2023 21:31 - 20 minutes - 9.62 MBWould we give more thanks if the marketing and decorations were better? Here are some thoughts.. Where do M&Ms really melt? Well here are things to ponder peace
Moonshots Malls and the Family Farm
August 17, 2023 17:23 - 6 minutes - 3.21 MBIn this episode AI voices provide the slave talent to deliver some rhymes and an essay on moon parking. some good humor and insights abound
Popping the AI Balloon
July 22, 2023 13:53 - 15 minutes - 7.19 MBThis episode offers yet another perspective on the whole AI craze. Should we be afraid? Should we regulate? Maybe we should remember what it is to be humans
The Human Truth About AI
May 30, 2023 22:20 - 20 minutes - 18.8 MBThis episode features some “evolutionary (not really) common sense guidance for considering the real impact of AI now and in the future.
staring at the dark Side of the Moon
May 05, 2023 12:57 - 18 minutes - 8.51 MBSo in this episode we offer a human look at space exploration and the galactic ally successful Pink Floyd album that spent over 18 years on the Billboard top 200. It really goes to show what music and mankind can do when we let artistic and scientific curiosity be our driving force.
The Real Importance of the NFL Draft
May 01, 2023 12:54 - 8 minutes - 3.77 MBsome folks may think too much attention is paid to the draft.. but I say .. No way.. Maybe we need to rethink things just a bit and consider what the draft could symbolize… Enjoy
Overcoming the Fear of AI?
March 02, 2023 02:39 - 14 minutes - 6.86 MBThis episode takes a creative glance at today’s hot topic—AI. We also throw in some “AI” read poetry and we shout out for a couple of community. Culture creators that will be featured soon .. We promo a great storyteller. Pearce who can be found. On Spotify by searching true life of P and Duende a musical force ready to drop their latest albums Love Dogs In Space
Blowing in the Wind
February 13, 2023 13:30 - 16 minutes - 7.43 MBThis episode asks us to become aware of things that can catch a breeze and rise above…yes your spirit (and kites). Of course strings are part of the flying and so pondering what strings we choose and who holds them and why.
Life Hacks- New Year’s Resolutions
January 13, 2023 17:33 - 29 minutes - 13.6 MBThis episode explores why resolutions are so hard to start/complete and using math as a metaphor we have some hacks (Yes Real Math Hacks) that you or your kids should have been taught ..but it’s not too late This opens a three part series on learning to fear math, life change, and seeking peace and joy far less. Enjoy
All We Need Is “Love”
January 01, 2023 18:26 - 14 minutes - 6.48 MBKicking ofthe nw year with a positive message about. The need for “love” (Learning Observations, Values, and Exploration Maybe this view is all the seeking peace and joy universe. Needs for a New Year’s Resolution… time will tell
Take time to thank someone
November 20, 2022 16:36 - 15 minutes - 7.01 MBThis is the “Thanks”-Giving episode. Everyone has something or someone to give thanks for and that’s what this episode is about. If you don’t think you have time to give thanks then share this. get some Gratitude in. Your attitude
Are Words Your Money?
October 14, 2022 12:32 - 15 minutes - 7.03 MBIn this episode we get back on the path and explore how words (some new) are the containers of the peace and joy economy just like money represents value in most economic systems… and much more
APeace it’s not easy
September 23, 2022 02:24 - 17 minutes - 8.16 MBAs we head into the fall it’s time to thank some folks and remind everyone that seeking peace goes beyond sitting and waiting.
QE II and Scooby-Doo
September 15, 2022 14:21 - 24 minutes - 11.5 MBThis episode mixes thoughts on the reign. Of a monarch -and the need for one in your life and some thoughts about the anniversary of Scooby-doo and looking. At life as a journey of solving mysteries.
A Life With No Strings Attached
September 08, 2022 14:07 - 15 minutes - 7.3 MBThis episode presents some ideas about “strings attached.” Do you ever get offers with no strings? That’s doubtful so maybe it’s time to consider the usefulness of some strings and the choices we make about other strings.
The International Day of Words
July 19, 2022 22:08 - 12 minutes - 2.8 MBThis episode features a statement of gratitude and purpose surrounding the seeking peace and joy universe (blog and podcast) It reaffirms the why and thanks all those who have inspired this effort—
Great combinations mac & cheese and
July 15, 2022 02:04 - 14 minutes - 3.2 MBSome fascinating facts about Mac & Cheese that’s one great combo and so is Peace and Joy This is a brief set of thoughts about a versatile part of our diet and much more
Always Room for JellO Birthdays
July 12, 2022 20:11 - 11 minutes - 2.6 MBJust getting back on the horse with and episode that reminds us there’s always room for many things in life…. Including birthdays, old friends, JellO and of course Peace and Joy
Cross-Country Cousins Create Part II and
June 10, 2022 02:32 - 35 minutes - 16.4 MBIn episode 164 we finally get to hear the full versions of some great creations by the cross-country cousins Dan and Brian McNamar. After that there is a brief explanation and demonstration how the stream of music creations can impact careers in different fields and lives in important ways—Enjoy
Cross-Country Cousins Create Culture with Music
June 01, 2022 19:27 - 44 minutes - 20.6 MBThis episode is Part One of an entertaining interview featuring the insights and music of songwriting and performing cousins Dan and Brian McNamar. These musicians span the musical spectrum and do so from the distant localities of Des Moines, IA and Corvallis OR. Find out what music has meant to them and how they have come to share their talents over a lifetime of giving of their creative natures. You can hear their musical offering by searching SoundCloud using the term Eldorado So...
Creating New Worlds to Explore Experiences
May 07, 2022 01:27 - 24 minutes - 11.1 MBThis episode features Author/Creator Jay H. Cults #Magnovi_ do that search on Twitter and you’ll experience the breadth of creativity forged by Jay H. In fact all Genders Press has selected this artist and will soon publish some intersting and engaging works. In this interview insights are presented and a promising use of bringing written works to life through gaming is discussed. Look for the works of Jay H. Cults on Twitter and through his new publisher soon
Diana Discusses her “Gospel of a Witch”
April 12, 2022 17:16 - 50 minutes - 23.1 MBThis episode features emerging and enlightened author Diana Bishop discussing her recently released book—The Gospel of a Witch. Drawing from Old and New Testiment inspirations infused with modern magic themes this book offers an intriguing and creative perspective on human and historic behaviors and experiences. Diana offers her insights on writing and on finding a community of writers. You can get the details on buying the book and make contact with this intellectually rich writer throug...
Promising Poet -Reload
March 23, 2022 14:19 - 48 minutes - 22.1 MBThis episode features Sir Blake the 5th. Well Blake V. Rose anyway. Blake is a promising young poet and short fiction writer who inspires people with his environmentally focused works. Growing from a musician he has broadened his skills and horizons. In this pod he describes his work and offers a great deal of wisdom for growing writers—demonstrating a humble attitude and dedication to the craft. To learn more about Blake check out this link. Student: Blake Rose | News ...
A Promising Poet -Reload
March 23, 2022 13:57This episode features Sir Blake the 5th. Well Blake V. Rose anyway. Blake is a promising young poet and short fiction writer who inspires people with his environmentally focused works. Growing from a musician he has broadened his skills and horizons. In this pod he describes his work and offers a great deal of wisdom for growing writers—demonstrating a humble attitude and dedication to the craft. To learn more about Blake check out this link. Student: Blake Rose | News ...
Promising Poet Provides Words of Writing Wisdom
March 22, 2022 23:02 - 48 minutes - 22.1 MBThis episode features Sir Blake the 5th. Well Blake V. Rose anyway. Blake is a promising young poet and short fiction writer who inspires people with his environmentally focused works. Growing from a musician he has broadened his skills and horizons. In this pod he describes his work and offers a great deal of wisdom for growing writers—demonstrating a humble attitude and dedication to the craft. To learn more about Blake check out this link. Student: Blake Rose | News ...
Promising Poet Provides Words of Writing Wisdom
March 22, 2022 23:02 - 48 minutes - 22.1 MBThis episode features Sir Blake the 5th. Well Blake V. Rose anyway. Blake is a promising young poet and short fiction writer who inspires people with his environmentally focused works. Growing from a musician he has broadened his skills and horizons. In this pod he describes his work and offers a great deal of wisdom for growing writers—demonstrating a humble attitude and dedication to the craft. To learn more about Blake check out this link. Student: Blake Rose | News ...
Encouraging Insights: A Conversation with a Creator
March 10, 2022 21:51 - 56 minutes - 25.8 MBIn this “community creator” episode we find ourself once again inside the Writers’ Circle with the energetic and positive (twitter handle) T.P.A. Wulfric T-PA describes his reasons for writing, his process, and how he uses it, and we share a great conversation about the world of creators along with some of the beautiful experiences available from experiencing the Writers” circle space on Twitter. This is a great episode for beginning creators and for anyone needing a positive boost
Seeking peace and joy universe perspective on the baseball lockout
March 03, 2022 06:19 - 1 minute - 680 KBThis episode is one of two parts talking about the seeking peace and joy aspects of baseball and the lockout currently happening enjoy
Ending The MLB lockout
March 01, 2022 06:28 - 18 minutes - 8.33 MBAdventures in dreamland permeate this episode. topics include. The Tooth Fairy as an entry for teeth being a metaphor. For life. Some solutions and suggestions on a process to end the MLB lockout and some additional AI renditions of 8 line rhyme time all in 20 minutes!
When the president, science, and religion get it wrong
February 23, 2022 04:48 - 18 minutes - 8.68 MBThis episode features some new AI friends presenting parts of the show and comments about our Presidents in honor of U.S. President’s Day. This a shout out to Galileo who got the science right and still got treated badly. So we need to think twice according. To this 222 podcast.
22 In Review so far
February 20, 2022 01:25 - 18 minutes - 8.65 MBThis episode has book reviews, analysis of goals and resolutions and some ideas about the imortance of every day.
More Fake News
February 06, 2022 04:52 - 18 minutes - 8.56 MBSometimes we have to relax and ask why we forecast the apocalypse when talking about. Weather, other things we can’t control etc. Also why don’t we ever have a breaking “good news” alert? This episode shines a light on such things
Is your Book of Life a Dictionary?
February 02, 2022 02:59 - 20 minutes - 9.27 MBPondering the dictionary may also be a way to understand life and relationships and meanings this episode provides some insights and some perspectives
The World Will end in 2022
January 14, 2022 16:38 - 17 minutes - 7.99 MBThis episode kicks off 2022 with some words about predictions and the odds that things might happen. essentially the claim that the world will end cannot be true unless we start counting 2022 units ago be that years, seconds, days etc… the episode talks about the things to come on the pod and the blog and the SPJU —seeking Peace and Joy Universe. enjoy
A Weary Christmas?
December 15, 2021 11:09 - 39 minutes - 18 MBSometimes you have to let off some steam in order to keep the Christmas train running forward and this is sort of that time. P and J will have a calmer and reflective. Offering near the actual.holiday, however, this is meant to give you a secret Santa smile for those who grow weary.
When a Tree is More. Than a tree
December 11, 2021 21:42 - 33 minutes - 15.2 MBThis episode. Is an interview withJames Patrick Boen who has recently launched “Lo! A Tilted Tree Found on amazon (see link below). He explains the meaning and his motives and gives thanks to folks who have helped him bring this work to fruition.Lo! A Tilted Tree https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09MF8DNK2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_H8FQWCTXZYV4N8SRZ2NG
When a Tree if More. Than a tree
December 11, 2021 21:42 - 33 minutes - 15.2 MBThis episode. Is an interview withJames Patrick Boen who has recently launched “Lo! A Tilted Tree Found on amazon (see link below). He explains the meaning and his motives and gives thanks to folks who have helped him bring this work to fruition.Lo! A Tilted Tree https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09MF8DNK2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_H8FQWCTXZYV4N8SRZ2NG
A. K. A Writer Starts a Circle
December 07, 2021 06:28 - 25 minutes - 34.5 MBThis episode features A.K. Wilson the driving force behind the Writers Circle Inc. www.thewriterscircleinc.wordpress.com She wants to explore all writing genres and build a platform for diverse writers to share, learn, and grow with each other. To understand you must join the circle on/in its twitter space—be prepared to be amazed, amused, and educated.
Thanks for the Dirt
November 23, 2021 14:49 - 8 minutes - 3.92 MBDOf course my thanks are inadequate yet it needs to be given. Thanks to my friends new and old remember to be strong kind and brave and lift each other up when possible
In the mines I seeking peace and joy the podcast about an author and a book
November 15, 2021 14:45 - 35 minutes - 16.5 MBThis podcast highlights the current work of Eric Antonsson an author who has an interesting perspective on the minds eye it may sound my fantasy but there are some elements of reality check out the book and the podcast here’s the link https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08TQJ91PX/ref=cm_sw_r_em_api_glt_fabc_3Y9MV6ADWTKZK03CF6D3
JSB Gives us another look at Burlington and its Culture
November 04, 2021 15:59 - 16 minutes - 7.83 MBShow Notes This episode features Jane Sutter Brandt author of three books about Burlington businesses (including one owned by her family). Jane not only creates and promotes culture through her writing, she shines a spotlight on some of the elements that create the culture of her hometown Burlington, Iowa. This podcast gives details about her upcoming book events in Burlington where Jane and her husband will be doing a November 13th book signing. At Burlington by the Book from 11-2 on S...
Countdown to Halloween size and magic or important
October 20, 2021 03:12 - 12 minutes - 2.85 MBDid you ever feel like you were or are getting cheated with fun size? Well maybe and maybe not… This episode takes a look at the meaning of size in the seeking of peace and joy and also what “magic” means
The motor model meet up Creating culture using a twist on a classic tradition
August 22, 2021 21:47 - 24 minutes - 11.4 MBA NEW TWIST ON A CLASSIC TRADITION America is all about cars—not tiny electric ones—ones with big motors and gleaming chrome. Another tradition is the car/model calendar—however the twist here is that the models are running the show. In an era when we might claim that a car show with models feeds old ideas about gender maybe we need to understand that some strong women are creating a cultural event that honors traditions while allowing some folks to express their identity while ...
A new podcast feature eight line rhyme time
July 18, 2021 00:00 - 25 seconds - 97.6 KBA little simple poetry for daily consumption enjoy