Latest Avalon Podcast Episodes
From the Mars Hotel 50: Ship of Fools
GOOD OL' GRATEFUL DEADCAST - July 04, 2024 07:00 - 2 hoursThe Grateful Deadcast welcomes back Donna Jean Godchaux-MacKay for the season finale, digs into “Ship of Fools,” and visits the set for the Grateful Dead Movie, aka the Dead’s five “retirement” shows at Winterland in 1974, with heads who attended. Guests: Donna Jean Godchaux-MacKay, Ro...
From the Mars Hotel 50: Money Money
GOOD OL' GRATEFUL DEADCAST - June 20, 2024 07:00 - 1 hourThe Deadcast explores the Mars Hotel obscurity “Money Money” & goes on the Dead’s mayhem-filled Europe ‘74 tour, including a long look at the extended jams & Seastones sets performed with Ned Lagin. Guests: Ned Lagin, Elvis Costello, Andy Leonard, Richard Loren, Steve Brown, John Perry...
Tales of the Great Rum Runners 50
GOOD OL' GRATEFUL DEADCAST - June 13, 2024 07:00 - 1 hourThe Deadcast joyously welcomes the 50th anniversary reissue of Robert Hunter’s solo debut Tales of the Great Rum Runners, uncovering stories of two early drafts of the album, a mostly-lost book of poetry, and Hunter’s secret performing career as Lefty Banks. Guests: Mickey Hart, Barry ...
From the Mars Hotel 50: Pride of Cucamonga
GOOD OL' GRATEFUL DEADCAST - June 06, 2024 07:00 - 1 hourThe Deadcast explores Phil Lesh & Bobby Petersen’s “Pride of Cucamonga” (featuring lost lyrics & session pedal steel player John McFee), the Dead’s August ‘74 east coast trip (with Ned Lagin & an extended stop at Roosevelt Stadium), & the band’s decision to take a road hiatus. Guests: ...
Big Bellevue Yard Sale with Jeremy Thieroff
North Boros Beat - May 30, 2024 20:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★ - 9 ratingsHear about all the happenings this Summer in Bellevue, including the Big Bellevue Yard Sale, which will be held Saturday, June 22, from 9-3. Over 50 yard sales in the Borough of Bellevue and other activities, too. https://facebook.com/events/s/the-big-bellevue-yard-sale/1810256849469992/ A...
From the Mars Hotel 50: Scarlet Begonias
GOOD OL' GRATEFUL DEADCAST - May 23, 2024 07:00 - 2 hoursFrom the Mars Hotel 50: Scarlet Begonias Explore “Scarlet Begonias,” from its trans-Atlantic origins (including the Dead’s surprising Bob Marley connection) to Cornell ’77 & beyond, featuring the Wall of Sound’s stop at the Hollywood Bowl (with more unheard Owsley Stanley) & a visit fr...
From the Mars Hotel 50: Loose Lucy
GOOD OL' GRATEFUL DEADCAST - May 09, 2024 07:00 - 1 hourFrom “Loose Lucy,” the Deadcast jumps onto Dead tour in June ‘74, going under the hood of Phil Lesh’s new quad bass, behind the scenes at the tie-dye information booth, a private lunch at the Bank of Boston, & on a Mars Hotel-soundtracked summer road trip with Sonic Youth’s Lee Ranaldo...
From the Mars Hotel 50: Unbroken Chain
GOOD OL' GRATEFUL DEADCAST - April 25, 2024 07:00 - 2 hoursThe Deadcast explores Phil Lesh’s masterpiece “Unbroken Chain,” its mysterious lyricist Bobby Petersen, & digs into the luminous synth with Ned Lagin himself; plus, the story of the album title & art with the Grateful Dead Records crew & a visit from Animal Collective’s Avey Tare. See ...
From the Mars Hotel 50: China Doll
GOOD OL' GRATEFUL DEADCAST - April 11, 2024 07:00 - 1 hourThe Deadcast explores “China Doll,” perhaps the most delicate Dead song, the innovative studio techniques pioneered for From The Mars Hotel, the formation of Round Records (& the making of Jerry Garcia’s sophomore solo album), & the infamous Wall of Sound test at the Cow Palace. Guests...
Community Theatre Players Spring Play - Will
North Boros Beat - April 05, 2024 00:00 - 13 minutes ★★★★ - 9 ratingsHannah Dearborn, Director of the CTP Spring Play, talks to us about this unique performance. Hear about this free event at Community Presbyterian Church of Ben Avon. Thursday, April 18, 7:30 pm Friday, April 19, 7:30 pm Saturday, April 20, 2:00 pm Community Theatre Players website: https://b...
From the Mars Hotel 50: U.S. Blues
GOOD OL' GRATEFUL DEADCAST - March 28, 2024 07:00 - 1 hourThe Grateful Deadcast begins the epic story of the Dead in 1974 with the writing of From the Mars Hotel’s album-opening “U.S. Blues” & the multiple debuts of the innovative Wall of Sound, featuring new interviews & never-heard archival audio. Guests: Ron Rakow, Richie Pechner, Sam Cut...
From The Mars Hotel 50 - Trailer
GOOD OL' GRATEFUL DEADCAST - March 21, 2024 07:00 - 3 minutesThe Good Ol’ Grateful Deadcast is back for its 9th season of high adventure and historical storytelling, unlocking the secrets of From the Mars Hotel and going on tour with the Wall of Sound. Tune in starting March 28th wherever you get your podcasts. See Privacy Policy at https://art1...
"Being Charming and Likeable" with Tommy Anderson (vWDC Masterclass)
BrotherBored's Diplomacy Dojo - March 01, 2024 19:23 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsTommy Anderson shares advice for getting along with your fellow players during a match of Diplomacy. Participate in future Masterclass sessions by joining the vWDC Discord server https://discord.gg/jbdZtRFMTA ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Harness your Human Design for Prosperity in Business
The Cosmic Tea Podcast - February 23, 2024 11:00 - 56 minutes ★★★★★ - 26 ratingsSharleen is a magical human who is exceptional at helping entrepreneurs understand how to share their gifts through human design and the gene keys. In this episode you will discover how Sharleen stumbled into Human Design and how it changed her life. Then when she was seeking a spiritual mentor...
My Personal Scam Story
The Cosmic Tea Podcast - February 16, 2024 11:00 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 26 ratingsI’m going to be honest with you. I thought I would feel nervous sharing this podcast episode, but instead I feel relief. The story I share in this week’s episode has sat heavy in my heart for many years. I’ve experienced many levels of grief, shame, and embarrassment about the decisions that I...
Learn About Christopher’s Kitchen in Ben Avon
North Boros Beat - February 14, 2024 15:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★ - 9 ratingsAvonworth Alumni - ever wonder what is going on with the old shop building on Church Avenue? It is now home to Christopher’s Kitchen, an organization that provides meals to family and caretakers of children in the hospital. Learn more about this hard working group and it’s founder, Joni D’Ales...
Introduction to Variants
BrotherBored's Diplomacy Dojo - February 11, 2024 01:54 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsBrotherBored and guests discuss Diplomacy variants. Visit the BrotherBored blog Support Your Bored Brother on Patreon If you enjoy BrotherBored's Diplomacy Dojo, please subscribe and leave a review letting us know! The Diplomacy Dojo is available on most podcatchers, as well as on the...
Awakening Consciousness and Working in the Dream Space
The Cosmic Tea Podcast - February 09, 2024 11:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 26 ratingsHave you ever wanted to work with your dreams? In this week’s Cosmic Tea episode I’m getting the low down about what the dream space is and how we can work with it with Katherine from Elysian International. Katherine blew my mind when she started the conversation sharing that she began her jou...
How to use the Moon Phases in your Business
The Cosmic Tea Podcast - February 02, 2024 11:00 - 12 minutes ★★★★★ - 26 ratingsWelcome to season 2 of the Cosmic Tea Podcast!!! I wasn’t sure if there was going to be another season, but the message came in loud and clear that there is more magic to be talked about. In this first episode I’m sharing something very near and dear to my heart. How I use the moon cycles in m...
Library of Accessible Media for PA - LAMP
North Boros Beat - January 31, 2024 17:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★ - 9 ratingsSusann Schneider talks with Mark Lee of LAMP about the services they provide to help people (including many in the North Boros) access books and other reading materials when it is difficult for them to do so. A lot is going on with this project - Mark and Susann spell it all out. https://mylam...
"Identifying Play Styles" with David Maletsky (vWDC Masterclass)
BrotherBored's Diplomacy Dojo - January 17, 2024 00:15 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsDavid Maletsky explains how to identify play styles, in yourself and in your rivals. Participate in future Masterclass sessions by joining the vWDC Discord server https://discord.gg/jbdZtRFMTA ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
North Boroughs Salvation Army with Susann Schneider and Chris Skerlong
North Boros Beat - November 29, 2023 17:00 - 25 minutes ★★★★ - 9 ratingsGuest host, Susann Schneider, talks with Chris Skerlong about the many services provided by the Salvation Army right here in the Boros. Learn more about the organization behind the bell ringers and what happens to the coins in the kettle. Salvation Army - North Boroughs Worship and Service C...
Holiday Happenings in the North Boroughs
North Boros Beat - November 28, 2023 20:00 - 16 minutes ★★★★ - 9 ratingsThis episode gives an informal list of holiday events coming up in the next couple of weeks. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to you. Some event links: Avon Club Ben Avon Holiday House Tour https://theavonclub.org/house-tour/ CPCBA Craft Show and Cookie Walk http://cpcba.squarespace.com/ ...
Forming a Genuine Connection
BrotherBored's Diplomacy Dojo - November 17, 2023 23:37 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsBrotherBored and Rony discuss guidelines for finding allies in the beginning of a game. Visit the BrotherBored blog Support Your Bored Brother on Patreon If you enjoy BrotherBored's Diplomacy Dojo, please subscribe and leave a review letting us know! The Diplomacy Dojo is available on...
Wake Of The Flood 50: Weather Report Suite
GOOD OL' GRATEFUL DEADCAST - November 16, 2023 08:00 - 2 hoursThe Deadcast finishes its season by examining Bob Weir’s ambitious Weather Report Suite with collaborator Eric Andersen & following the launch of Wake of the Flood on the band’s own label with company president Ron Rakow, plus Yo La Tengo’s Ira Kaplan, Erik Davis, & more. Guests: Eric ...
Wake Of The Flood 50: Prelude/Tuesday Night Jam
GOOD OL' GRATEFUL DEADCAST - November 07, 2023 08:00 - 1 hourThe Deadcast uncovers a most unusual lost studio session by Robert Hunter & the Grateful Dead, recorded at the Record Plant in November 1973, which we listen to in its entirety & annotate with the help of Donna Jean Godchaux-MacKay & others. Guests: Donna Jean Godchaux-MacKay, Bob Matt...
Italy Concerns
BrotherBored's Diplomacy Dojo - November 06, 2023 16:42 - 42 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratings05:38 When is Austria too strong? 10:15 How and why to menace France early - "In Gunboat Diplomacy, as almost any power, I would like to see France get off to a bad start. As Italy, you're in a position to reduce France's ability to get off to a good start just by menacing France." 16:0...
Wake Of The Flood 50: Eyes of the World
GOOD OL' GRATEFUL DEADCAST - November 02, 2023 07:00 - 1 hourExplore “Eyes of the World” inside & out with the studio multi-tracks, lost lyrics, archival audio of Robert Hunter, a meditation by Erik Davis, & a tour of the song’s evolution (yes, including that cool 7/8 ending). GUESTS: Ron Rakow, Ned Lagin, David Lemieux, Brian Kehew, Holly Bowli...
Pure Negotiation
BrotherBored's Diplomacy Dojo - October 23, 2023 19:00 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsTips on negotiating in Diplomacy and in life. Visit the BrotherBored blog Support Your Bored Brother on Patreon If you enjoy BrotherBored's Diplomacy Dojo, please subscribe and leave a review letting us know! The Diplomacy Dojo is available on most podcatchers, as well as on the Broth...
Wake Of The Flood 50: Here Comes Sunshine
GOOD OL' GRATEFUL DEADCAST - October 19, 2023 07:00 - 1 hourWake Of The Flood 50: Here Comes Sunshine We explore the Beatlesque optimism of “Here Comes Sunshine,” its roots in the Vanport flood of 1948, & the story of the brand-new custom Doug Irwin guitar Jerry Garcia debuted on Wake of the Flood. GUESTS: Donna Jean Godchaux-MacKay, Bruce H...