On Episode 150 of The TLB Podcast, James sits down with Israeli-American filmmaker Michael Moshe Dahan for a thoughtful, nuanced conversation about filmmaking, identity, and using art to address deep conflict. The discussion centers on Michael’s film Yes, Repeat, No, which examines the life, legacy, and contradictions of Juliano Mer-Khamis.

They explore the creative process behind politically and emotionally charged art, the challenges of telling stories that resist simple narratives, and why nuance is increasingly difficult — yet more necessary than ever — in a polarized, outrage-driven culture, producing independent films in a fast-moving social media landscape, the responsibility of artists when engaging with historical trauma, and how art can function as a safe space for dialogue rather than division.

The conversation also touches on collaboration, editing, the psychological intensity of long-form filmmaking, and the emerging role of AI as a creative tool, all while emphasizing the importance of slowing down, listening, and allowing complexity to exist without immediate judgment.

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Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/napkinhead
Website → https://www.yesrepeatnofilm.com

Chapters
00:00 - Intro
01:08 - Michael's Journey in Filmmaking
04:05 - The Hybrid Filmmaker's Approach
06:58 - Creative Problem Solving in Film Production
13:10 - Juliano Mer-Khamis
19:56 - Yes, Repeat, No
26:57 - The Meta Nature of the Film
33:55 - Subject Matter Nuance and Complexity
39:59 - Reception and Impact
53:32 - Social Media and Information Overload
56:04 - The Role of Art in Addressing Conflict
01:01:58 - Finding Small Solutions in a Complex World
01:08:03 - The Editing Process
01:15:06 - Moving Forward from the Past
01:20:32 - AI and The Future of Filmmaking

#filmmaking #MichaelMosheDahan #YesRepeatNo #creativeprocess #identity #Palestine #Israel #filmproduction #artandpolitics #independentfilm #socialmedia #art #film #collaboration #editing process #AI #communityengagement #nuance #dialogue #TheTLBPod

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On Episode 149 of The TLB Podcast, James welcomes back Michael Pridmore for a deep dive into the rapidly evolving world of ultrasound technology in modern medicine. Together, they explore how ultrasound works at a fundamental physics level, its expanding diagnostic and therapeutic applications, and why it remains one of the most accessible and versatile tools in healthcare today.

The conversation spans elastography, targeted drug delivery using microbubbles, ablation techniques, and emerging uses of sound and vibration in medicine. They also examine historical ideas around resonance and healing, how interdisciplinary research is pushing ultrasound forward, and what these innovations could mean for the future of patient care and medical treatment.

This episode blends physics, medicine, and forward-looking science to reveal how sound is reshaping healthcare — from imaging to intervention.

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Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/michaelpridmost

Chapters
00:00 - Introduction and MRI Safety Incident
06:17 - What is Ultrasound
12:23 - The Technology of Ultrasound
28:11 - The Future of Ultrasound in Medicine
50:01 - Advancements in Ultrasound Imaging
51:33 - Innovative Ultrasound Applications
54:13 - Elastography and Tissue Analysis
55:39 - Targeted Drug Delivery
01:00:20 - Ablation Techniques in Medicine
01:06:51 - Historical Perspectives on Resonance and Healing
01:17:36 - Neuromodulation
01:29:39 - Sound in Medicine

#ultrasound #medicaltechnology #neuromodulation #soundtherapy #ultrasoundimaging #healthcaretechnology #medicaleducation #drug delivery #elastography #healthcareinnovations #medicalphysics #MichaelPridmore #TheTLBPod

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On Episode 148 of The TLB Podcast, James is joined once again by author, historian, and educator, Chris Verga, for a sober, unfiltered examination of terrorism, extremism, radicalization, and political violence in America. They examine how terrorism functions as symbolic communication, how the internet, social media, and conspiracy culture have dramatically accelerated extremist organizing, and the dangerous feedback loop created when violence is amplified or legitimized by media attention or political power.

The conversation tackles difficult but necessary questions around free speech vs public safety, and the psychology of radicalization, exploring how identity loss, social isolation, grievance narratives, and validation mechanisms act as powerful recruitment tools.

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Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/chrisv1081
X → https://www.x.com/chrisv1081
Nazi’s of Long Island (Chris’ Latest Book) → https://a.co/d/9uDLZWq

Chapters
00:00 – Intro
01:14 – The KKK on Long Island & Early Replacement Theory
04:09 – American Nazis, The Bund & Fascist Movements
05:33 – Militias, Anti-Government Groups & the Second Amendment
08:09 – Domestic Terrorism in the 80s & 90s
11:01 – The Psychology of Terrorists & Identity Loss
12:51 – Incels, Radicalization & Lone-Wolf Terrorism
14:16 – Middle East Terrorism: From Far-Left to Far-Right
19:26 – Internet Radicalization, 4chan & QAnon
25:45 – Free Speech vs Extremism
32:42 – Terrorism, Power & Weaponizing Fear
36:27 – Could Average Citizens Be Labeled Terrorists?
43:45 – Biggest Modern Terror Threat
48:22 – Can Terrorists Be De-Radicalized?
55:13 – Confederate Symbols, Civil War Legacy & Extremism
01:03:08 – How Extremism Spreads & How It Can Be Stopped

#chrisverga #terrorism #domesticterrorism #extremism #radicalization #politicalviolence #rightwingextremism #antigovernment #accelerations #incels #onlineradicalization #conspiracytheories #freespeech #criminology #historypodcast #TheTLBPod

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On Episode 147 of The TLB Podcast, James is joined by MJ Dorian, creator of the Creative Codex Podcast, for a wide-ranging conversation on creativity, consciousness, symbolism, and the unconscious mind.

They explore where creative ideas truly originate, the psychology of artists, and Jungian concepts such as archetypes, synchronicity, and shadow work, ancient schools of thought — from alchemy and mystery traditions to symbolism and ritual — and question whether these older frameworks understood science and the human psyche more deeply than modern culture often acknowledges.

This episode bridges art, psychology, and esotericism, offering a grounded yet expansive look at the inner forces that shape creativity itself.

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Creative Codex Podcast → https://www.plinkhq.com/i/1430850607?to=page
YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@creativecodex
Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/mjdorian
X → https://www.x.com/mjdorian
Website → https://www.mjdorian.com

Chapters
00:00 – Intro
02:10 – Creative Codex
04:15 – Cobain, Hendrix, Dalí
08:27 – Dalí & Drugs
10:34 – Creativity, Dreams, and the Unconscious
12:43 – “Channeling” vs Skill
15:45 – Symbols, Ritual, and Meaning
17:27 – Mystery Schools
22:07 – Psychology vs Practical Alchemy
27:08 – Synchronicity
31:25 – Jungian Therapy: Dream Analysis & Shadow Work
38:28 – Grief, Purpose, and Midlife Transformation
53:25 – Spagyric Alchemy
01:02:01 – Moon Phases and Ritual Timing
01:11:23 – Quantum Ideas, Intent, and Reality
01:15:27 – Vagus Nerve and Esoteric Practices
01:20:50 – Awareness Practices
01:25:54 – Lessons from Van Gogh
01:29:57 – Jung, Archetypes, Hilma af Klint

#creativity #psychology #alchemy #esoterictraditions #creativegenius #Jungiananalysis #CarlJung #symbolism #synchronicity #growth #art #MJDorian #TheTLBPod

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On Episode 146 of The TLB Podcast, James is joined by researcher of ancient cultures Peter Goodgame for a wide-ranging exploration of Sumerian and Egyptian history, mythology, and their possible connections to modern power structures and UFO narratives.

The conversation traces the origins of civilization, the cyclical rise and collapse of empires, and the expansion of the Uruk Empire, examining mythic figures such as Inanna and Dumuzi, and how these stories may reflect real historical dynamics. They also cover the bloodlines of rulers, the rise of the Horus tribe, the significance of Narmer the Fisherman King, and why modern military and intelligence institutions remain deeply interested in ancient myths, artifacts, and symbolic history.

Blending ancient texts, comparative mythology, and contemporary geopolitics, this episode asks whether the distant past still shapes the present — and what that means for humanity’s future.

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Peter’s Substack → https://pdgoodgame.substack.com/
X → https://www.x.com/PDGoodgame

Chapters
00:00 - Intro
02:54 - The Origins of Civilization
05:18 - The Antichrist Theory
08:45 - UFOs and Ancient Civilizations
12:05 - Power Structures and Historical Narratives
17:15 - The Fragility of Empires and Historical Cycles
24:36 - Ancient Sumer
29:53 - The Uruk Expansion
34:07 - Cycles of Collapse
40:04 - The Collapse of Uruk
49:30 - Inanna and Dumuzi
01:01:20 - The Dynastic Race Theory
01:17:20 - Sumerian and Egyptian Bloodlines
01:26:09 - The Rise of Egyptian Dynasties
01:30:10 - Cycle of Wars and Human Nature
01:32:42 - UAPs in Modern Society
01:35:33 - Historical Significance of Uruk and Egypt
01:46:27 - Mythology and History
01:49:07 - Connections to Modernity

#AncientHistory #Sumer #Egypt #Civilization #UFOs #UAPs #Mythology #Uruk #Inanna #Dumuzi #Bloodlines #Narmer #Horus #Empires #Spirituality #AncientMyths #MilitaryIndustrialComplex #History #TheTLBPod

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On Episode 145 of The TLB Podcast, James welcomes longtime friend and Nashville metal scene legend Sam Schneider, also known as Sammy Slamdance — a musician, content creator, and one of the most recognizable voices in heavy music meme culture. They trace Sam’s journey from playing in local bands to creating viral metal memes, unpacking the evolution of Nashville’s heavy music scene, the realities of navigating the music industry, and how internet culture reshaped the way heavy music communities connect.

Sam reflects on his earliest memories of the 2000s Nashville scene, the infamous court experience that led to anger management classes — and unexpectedly, to discovering his scream. The conversation covers everything from nu metal’s legacy, Christian metal, dream venues and lineups, the rise of meme culture within heavy music, and the ever present challenge of balancing passion with stability.

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Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/sammyslamdance
TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@sammyslamdance
Linktree → https://www.linktr.ee/sammyslamdance
Bandcamp → https://sammyslamdance.bandcamp.com/
YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/sammyslamdance
X → https://www.x.com/sammyslamdance

Chapters
00:00 - Intro
02:56 - Evolution of Internet Fame
05:47 - Nashville Metal Scene Memories
08:55 - Christian Metal
11:55 - The Muse vs. Rocket Town
15:03 - Transitioning from Music to Memes
20:52 - Creating Content in the Digital Age
23:49 - Building a Community through Humor
26:52 - Music Industry Challenges
29:46 - Reflections on the Past and Future
53:18 - Sam’s Metal Origin Story
56:08 - Navigating Meme Fame
01:00:30 - Defining Success
01:04:24 - Nashville's Heavy Music Scene
01:09:50 - Nu Metal Nostalgia
01:22:11 - Cycle of Music Trends

#SamSchneider #SammySlamdance #Nashvillemetalscene #Christianmetal #musicmemes #recording #metalcommunity #internetculture #memeculture #musicindustry #courtroomstories #memeculture #heavymusic #Nashvillemusicscene #numetal #musicnostalgia #creativejourney #success #dreamvenues #TheTLBPod

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On Episode 144 of The TLB Podcast, James sits down with Hani Latif and Justin Kellner of Counters and Feelers, to talk about their long-awaited debut record, Watering Dead Plants. They break down the unique challenges and unexpected joys of creating music remotely, how old ideas evolve into new creative breakthroughs, and why tone, gear, and intentional sound design play such a crucial role in their writing process.

The conversation explores the band’s musical influences, their commitment to crafting a cohesive artistic identity, their production journey, the resurgence of early 2000s rock, and how visual aesthetics help shape the world of Counters and Feelers.

Hani and Justin also share honest, uplifting advice for aspiring artists - authenticity, patience, enjoying the process, and the importance of staying connected to the reason you create in the first place.

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Counters and Feelers TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@countersandfeelers
Counters and Feelers Linktree → https://www.linktr.ee/countersandfeelers
Hani’s Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/hanilatifmusic
Justin’s Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/jcollapse

Chapters
00:00 - Intro
03:00 - Creative Inception
09:00 - Musical Influences and Inspirations
15:00 - Remote Collaboration
21:00 - Band Name and Visuals
27:00 - Encouragement and Advice for Creatives
33:00 - Friendship in Musical Collaboration
39:00 - Creative Freedom and Authenticity
45:00 - Inspiration and Perseverance in Music Creation
51:00 - Technical Aspects of Music Production
57:00 - Past Musical Projects
01:03:00 - The Impact of the Pandemic on Creativity
01:09:00 - Exploring New Musical Directions
01:15:00 - Visual and Lyrical Elements
01:21:00 - Overcoming Creative Challenges
01:27:00 - Future Plans and Aspirations
01:33:00 - Final Thoughts
01:39:00 - Closing Remarks

#music #collaboration #songwriting #recording #creativity #artisticprocess #banddynamics #musicalinfluences #production #remotecollaboration #rockresurgence #creativejourney #CountersAndFeelers #HaniLatif #JustinKellner #thetlbpod

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On Episode 143 of The TLB Podcast, James is joined by all three guitarists of The Tony Danza Tapdance Extravaganza — Layne Meylain, Eric Burngruber, and Josh Travis — for the most in-depth and exclusive breakdown of the band’s past, present, and future.

Eric shares what it was like joining Danza and playing Furnace Fest, Josh reflects on his own creative progression, and what the future could hold for the band’s next chapter, and Layne expands on the band’s evolution, the roots of their sound, and the influences that shaped their most iconic riffs.

They explore the freedom of creating without pressure, making new music in a remote world, “fun” memories for their shared history in the Murfreesboro metal scene, and how Danza’s influence helped define a generation of heavy music. From creative risks to dream tour packages, this episode paints an exciting picture of what Danza V — and the future of Danza — will look like.

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Danza’s Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/tonydanzatapdanceextravaganza
Danza’s TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@thetonydanzatapdance
Danza’s Linktree → https://www.linktr.ee/tonydanzatapdanceextravaganza
Layne’s Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/ericdanza_
Eric’s Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/laynemeylain
Josh’s Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/thejoshuatravis

Listen to Layne’s Jingles
Intro Riff → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tujioQE8fEY
Full Song → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EyUByNR-qAM&t=1s

Chapters
00:00 - Intro
06:03 - From Church Band to Lamb of God
11:57 - Joining Danza
18:07 - Writing New Music
24:21 - Eric’s Guitar Evolution
26:20 - Josh’s Current Status with Danza
31:28 - How Josh Joined Danza
39:58 - Collaborative Dynamics in the Band
48:57 - Danza’s Unique Sound
54:53 - Metal and the Internet
57:46 - Josh’s Evolution as a Musician
01:00:08 - The Return of Danza and Creative Freedom
01:06:47 - Layne’s Life Beyond the Band
01:11:56 - The Evolution of Danza's Sound
01:22:38 - Writing Riffs
01:26:58 - Creative Freedom and Musical Exploration
01:39:05 - The Future of Danza
01:48:05 - Touring Considerations and Dream Packages
01:55:25 - The Resurgence of Nu-Metal
02:01:24 - Iconic Nu Metal Albums
02:06:06 - The Big Question
02:10:30 - Final Thoughts on the Future of Danza

#TonyDanzaTapDanceExtravaganza #JoshTravis #EricBurngruber #LayneMeylain #Danza #Metal #Riffs #Guitar #BandHistory #CreativeProcess #Songwriting #Murfreesboro #Tennessee #HeavyMusic #MetalScene #RemoteCollaboration #Touring #DreamTour #Influences #TheTLBPod

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