On Episode 120 of The TLB Podcast James speaks with Anders Otteson, of Uncanny Expeditions, a nomadic explorer of classified sites who documents his journey’s on YouTube, and the pair discuss his path into van life, his fascination with black programs, their shared love for the work of Trevor Paglen, the unique challenges and thrills of exploring classified locations, capturing video of military test sites, aircraft, and satellites, and the mystic surrounding military secrets, facilities, and technology.

ANDERS OTTESON’s LINKS

YouTube: @uncannyexpeditions

Instagram: @uncannyexpeditions

Shop: https://uncanny-expeditions-shop.fourthwall.com/

CHAPTERS

00:00 - Introduction

02:58 - Black Projects and Secrecy

05:54 - Van Life

09:02 - The Allure of Area 51 and Beyond

12:06 - Documenting the Undocumented

15:12 - Thrill of the Unknown

18:09 - Equipment and Techniques for Exploration

21:02 - Infrastructure of Secrecy

23:59 - The Intersection of Art and Secrecy

26:54 - Risks and Challenges

29:59 -The Future of Exploration

34:35 - Air Traffic and Unusual Sightings

39:03 - The Mystery of the Drone Waves

41:01 - Military Technology and Its Implications

44:04 - Personal Experiences with Military Aircraft

51:01 - Evolution of Military Technology

56:00 - Future Exploration Plans

01:04:35 - The Secrets of the Desert

01:07:50 - Hidden Military History of Long Island

01:09:09 - Remote Locations and Their Mysteries

01:11:02 - Balance of Secrecy and Accessibility

01:18:14 - The Future of Disclosure and Technology

01:26:11 - Ethics of Military Technology and Secrecy

#vanlife #andersotteson #uncannyexpeditions #blackprojects #blacksites #Area51 #nomad #exploration #secrecy #adventure #dronesightings #militarytechnology #UFOs #surveillance #technology #classified #tekoitestrange #Plant42 #disclosure #alieninvasion #military #history #secrecy #exotictechnology #thetlbpod

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On Episode 119 of The TLB Podcast James speaks with Jay Chase of Orgone Amplifiers, a manufacturer of orgone amplifying devices, and the pair explore the fascinating world of orgone energy, Jay’s journey from skepticism to experimentation, the scientific principles and high altitude experiments, the impact of electromagnetic waves on health, the legacy of Wilhelm Reich, the future of orgone technology and potential applications in modern technology, environmental concerns, cloud busting, and the need for more sustainable practices and community involvement in scientific exploration.

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JAY CHASE’s LINKS

TikTok: @orgoneamplifiers

Instagram: @orgoneamplifiers

YouTube: @orgoneamplifier

Website: https://orgoneamplifiers.com/

Build Guide: https://independent.academia.edu/OrgoneAmplifiers

00:00 - Introduction

07:07 - Science Behind Orgone Energy

14:56 - High Altitude Orgone Testing

23:00 - Impact of Electromagnetic Waves on Health

30:11 - Wilhelm Reich and the Legacy of Orgone Research

45:03 - Orgone Technology

54:16 - Fabric of Reality

57:13 - Reich’s Cloudbuster

01:01:53 - Piezoelectricity

01:04:47 - Harnessing Natural Electricity

01:10:48 - Importance of Open Source Technology

01:15:40 - Environmental Implications

01:19:52 - Future of Orgone Amplifiers

01:25:36 - Scaling Up

#Orgone #energy #amplifiers #WilhelmReich #electromagneticwaves #emf #health #cloudbusting #NikolaTesla #Piezoelectricity #OpenSource #Technology #Electricity #Amplifiers #EnergyHarvesting #thetlbpod

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On Episode 118 of The TLB Podcast James speaks with multi medium artist, Mauro Balcazar, and the pair discuss his artistic journey from early influences to becoming a professional visual artist and designer, the importance of connecting with an audience, the technical aspects of 3D printing, the intersection of creativity and technology, overcoming creative roadblocks, the impact of corporate influence on creativity, the world of cosplay and conventions, and cultivating a deep commitment to craftsmanship and creativity.

MAURO BALCAZAR’s LINKS:

Instagram: @coffin_couture

Store: https://mrmauro.storenvy.com

Website: https://mrmauro.com/illustration

YouTube: @thedepartmentofmaking

CHAPTERS

00:00 - Introduction

02:49 - Artistic Journey

05:52 - Evolution of Art and Technology

08:54 - Navigating the Art World and Commercialization

11:58 - Creative Process and Artistic Philosophy

14:55 - Conventions and Community Engagement

17:58 - 3D Printing and Other Technical Challenges

20:52 - Dream Projects

29:25 - Fascination with Iron Man Technology

31:03 - Overcoming Creative Roadblocks

33:20 - The Importance of Gestation Periods

35:03 - The Journey of Creative Projects

36:29 - Meeting Icons and Sharing Art

38:20 - Navigating Licensing and Copyright Issues

40:57 - The Saturation of Pop Culture Merchandise

42:43 - Unique Storytelling in Merchandise

46:53 - Corporate Influence on Creativity

49:05 - Creating Unique Merchandise for Theme Parks

55:56 - The World of Cosplay and Conventions

01:00:00 - Creative Process and Inspiration

01:05:56 - Car Restoration

01:11:58 - Designing Unique Spaces and Experiences

01:18:03 - Future Projects and Aspirations

#art #creativity #3Dprinting #conventions #popculture #MauroBalcazar #visualarts #design #technology #licensing #merchandise #storytelling #themeparks #cosplay #creativeprocess #restoration #inspiration #fabrication #popculture #thetlbpod

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On Episode 117 of The TLB Podcast James speaks with Grammy Award-winning audio engineer and producer Chris Wilkinson, and the pair discuss Chris’ experience opening his own studio, Balcony Recording Company, in Sheffield, England, the value of experimentation and breaking molds, evolving your perspective on recording techniques, the pros and cons of digital and analog tools and techniques, learning from negative experiences, aligning one's career with personal values, and carving your own path in the entertainment industry.

CHRIS WILKINSON’s LINKS

Instagram: @chrisgwilkinson

Studio Website: www.balconyrecordingcompany.com

Studio Instagram: @balconyrecordingcompany

CHAPTERS

00:00 - Introduction

01:31 - Balcony Recording Company

04:52 - Studio Renovation Process

10:46 - Early Influences on Career

17:00 - Curating a Unique Vibe

20:53 - Experimentation in Recording

29:56 - Technical Insights

35:56 - Evolving Perspectives on Recording Techniques

41:58 - Navigating Personal Preferences in Music Production

45:57 - Simplifying the Setup

49:48 - Digital and Analog in Modern Recording

54:58 - The Human Element in Music Production

01:00:00 - Psychological Component of Engineering

01:10:07 - Cultivating a Positive Studio Environment

01:23:46 - Attitude in the Industry

01:27:09 - Learning from Negative Experiences

01:30:39 - Mentorship

01:36:13 - Reflections on Early Career Experiences

01:42:20 - Dream Collaborations and Aspirations

01:52:05 - Advice for Carving Your Own Path

#ChrisWilkinson #BalconyRecordingCompany #Studio #Sheffield #AudioProduction #recording #techniques #experimentation #musicproduction #digitalaudio #analogrecording #studiopsychology #creativeprocess #engineering #collaboration #recordingtechnology #musicindustry #mentorship #attitude #personalgrowth #creativity #berryhill #thetlbpod

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On Episode 116 of The TLB Podcast James speaks with NASA scientist and science educator Laura Tenenbaum, and the pair discuss the cultural dynamics within NASA, Earth science and climate change research, the implications of space exploration versus preserving our planet, the realities of living in space, oceanography, the complex relationship between science, religion, and the military, recognizing your potential for understanding complex subjects, and Laura’s unique approach to making science accessible and engaging for everyone.

LAURA TENENBAUM’s LINKS

Website: https://www.laurafayeten.com

X: @laurafayeten

YouTube: @lauratenenbaum5160

Instagram: @laurafayeten

TikTok: @laurafayeten

CHAPTERS

00:00 - Introduction

02:49 - Demystifying Science and Stereotypes

05:56 - The Role of NASA

08:56 - Engaging Science Communication

12:07 - Oceanography and Climate Science

15:14 - NASA's Earth and Climate Change Research

18:00 - Cultural Perspectives on NASA

21:02 - Space Exploration vs. Earth Preservation

23:53- The Future of Mars Exploration and Its Implications

35:41 - Plants and Space Living

40:22 - Earth's Magnetosphere

48:28 - Animal Testing in Space

54:03 - The Challenges of Human Life on Mars

01:00:46 - Exploration vs. Agriculture

01:04:17 -The Intersection of Science and Religion

01:10:06 - Life in Extreme Environments

01:16:32 - The Military’s Role in Scientific Advancement

01:22:02 - Curiosity and Fear

01:23:40 - Cultivating a Love for Science

#science #communication #NASA #climatechange #oceanography #environmentalscience #spaceexploration #Earthscience #space #Mars #magnetosphere #plants #life #exploration #gardening #radiation #spacetravel #religion #extraterrestriallife #microbiallife #oceanexploration #military #fear #curiosity #education #inspiration #thetlbpod

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On Episode 115 of The TLB Podcast James speaks with long time friend, and multifaceted entertainment industry professional Josh Gannet, and pair discuss Josh's journey from playing in bands to becoming a prominent figure in both the live event production and audio engineering spaces, the joy of creating meaningful music, the value of diverse musical influences, family, success, the challenges faced in recording and live event settings, working with your heroes, and the value of authenticity when pursuing your passions.

JOSH GANNET’s LINKS

Website: https://www.joshgannet.com

Instagram: @joshgannet

Discogs: https://shorturl.at/ZHRO2

Chapters

00:00 - Introduction

03:00 - Josh's Entry into Entertainment

06:09 - Evolution of Live Production and Audio Engineering

09:02 - Hard Work and Preparation

12:05 - Creating Meaningful Music

15:02 - Sharing Experiences with Family

17:53 - The Value of Diverse Musical Influences

21:06 - Proud Moments

23:57 - Hard Work and Success

26:55 - The Magic of Live Events

29:57 - Music Beyond Genres

35:25 - Community in Music

38:23 - Creative Process and Humility in the Studio

41:42 - Memorable Encounters and Kindness in the Industry

45:31 - The Importance of Attention to Detail

53:41 - Facing Fears and Overcoming Challenges

01:01:56 - The Value of Teamwork and Shared Goals

01:11:31 - The Golf Cart Chronicles: Redman's Unexpected Role

01:15:15 - The Importance of Every Role

01:18:14 - A Legendary Encounter

01:29:39 - Staying Relevant

01:41:53 - Words of Wisdom

#JoshGannet #entertainmentindustry #entertainment #liveproduction #audioengineering #audio #hardwork #music #family #success #liveevents #creativeprocess #humility #teamwork #studio #kindness #Redman #Eminem #musicindustry #artist #collaboration #creativity #musicfestivals #behindthescenes #thetlbpod

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On Episode 114 of The TLB Podcast James sits down with longtime friend and master linguist, Ben Norton, and the pair discuss Ben's journey from growing up in Lincoln, Nebraska to living full time in Japan, the cultural immersion that shaped his life, using language to connect with, and find similarities in, cultural exchanges, the parallels between language and music, the process of developing two constructed languages, Nurama and Omati, for his graphic novel and card game, the artistic expression found in language, and the subtleties and complexities involved in working with indigenous languages.

BEN NORTON’s LINKS

YouTube: @brushesbladesconlag

Speaking Nurama: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HRQ6wIkbaa8

Brushes and Blades Instagram: @Brushesandblades_languages

Personal Instagram: @ben.norton328

CHAPTERS

00:00 - Introduction and Journey to Japan

03:01 - Learning Japanese

06:00 - Cultural Immersion and Language Mastery

08:53 - The Complexity of Japanese Language

11:59 - Language and Music

15:01 - Role of Language in Cultural Connection

18:04 - Constructed Languages

27:07 - Language and Perception

28:43 - The Nurama Language

29:14 - Evolution of Nurama

31:38 - Symbolism and Sound in Language

35:51 - The Process of Creating a Language

36:40 - Nurama's Structure

41:23 - Pronouns and Conjugation

45:35 - Diacritics in Nurama

48:46 - Adjectives and Nouns

50:14 - Grammar and Syntax

51:27 - Technology Behind Language Creation

52:41 - Journey of Language Development

54:43 - The Omati Language

56:13 - Constructed Scripts and Decorative Language

58:50 - Cultural Significance in Language

01:01:23 - Modernizing Indigenous Languages

01:05:38 - Language Revitalization and Cultural Integration

01:12:35 - Omati and Nurama

01:16:10 - The Art of Language Creation

01:22:27 - Hawaiian Language Revitalization Efforts

01:29:29 - Future Projects and Community Engagement

#Japan #Japaneseculture #language #learning #culture #linguistics #music #Nurama #Omati #languagecreation #languagerevitalization #conlangs #graphicnovel#Hawaiian #nebraska #omaha #ponca #thetlbpod

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On Episode 113 of The TLB Podcast James speaks with engineer, entrepreneur, and social media’s resident mad scientist, Jason Kocher, and the pair discuss his journey from a young tinkerer to engineer, the pros and cons of entrepreneurship, Jason’s creative approach to science and engineering and using social media to make engineering accessible and entertaining, experimenting with everything from Thermite to high-energy technology, the fine line between destructive capability and beneficial scientific advancements for humanity, and exploring energy solutions through his open source design of a Low Energy Nuclear Reactions (LENR).

JASON KOCHER’s SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS

TikTok: @i2c_jason

Instagram: @i2c_jason

YouTube: @i2c_jason

COMPANY WEBSITES

Aqua Engineering: https://www.aquaco2.com

Beryl CNC: https://www.berylcnc.com

CHAPTERS

00:00 - Introduction

03:58 - Evolution of Jason's Engineering Career

09:57 - Making Science Fun and Accessible

11:49 - Navigating the Challenges of Entrepreneurship

18:03 - Importance of Routine and Work Environment

29:48 - Creativity in Engineering and Science

34:36- Jason’s Creative Process

35:47- Memorable Experiments

38:07 - Exploring Thermite Reactions

39:57 - Risks with High-Energy Projects

51:01 - Innovations in Science andTechnology

58:12 - Destruction vs. Innovation

01:07:29 - 3D Printing and Weaponry

01:09:15 - The LENR Concept

01:10:55 - Understanding Low Energy Nuclear Reactions

01:17:36 - Designing the LENR Experiment

01:20:35 - Open Source Science and Community Collaboration

01:25:15 - Future of Energy Generation

01:30:28 - Experimental Validation

01:40:50 - Advice for Aspiring Innovators

#engineering #entrepreneurship #socialmedia #creativity #TikTok #business #science #experiments #innovation #electricalengineering #mechanical engineering #thermite #technology #risk #AI #STEM #3Dprinting #LENR #energysolutions #nuclearreactions #opensource #thetlbpod

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