Episode 293 – Independent writers, Joss Whedon, and the Eleusinian mysteries w/ Martin Adil-Smith

Hey guys, welcome to episode 293! We’re finally nearly the Tercentenary! Tonight we welcome author Martin Adil-Smith to the show. The discussion included: Politics, independent writing, the Eleusinian Mysteries, Anne Rice, Joss Whedon, and much more. Enjoy!
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Find Martin:
Twitter: https://twitter.com/SpiralsOfDanu
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SpiralsOfDanu 
Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Martin-Adil-Smith/e/B007B9P5C6

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Episode 287 – The Perfect Weapon w/ John C. Meyers

Hello, and welcome to episode 287. Tonight John C. Meyers is back in studio to talk about the modern-day Steven Seagal classic “The Perfect Weapon.” Spoiler: It’s kind of amazing.

Also: We discuss how much we loved FX’s Legion.

Enjoy!

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Episode 286 – Live streaming with Steph

Hey guys, welcome to episode 286! Tonight Steph is back in the studio to discuss some oddness. We cover The Temple Oculus Anubis; take a super accurate dating quiz; and answer some listener questions. Enjoy!
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Episode 284 – A live show full of listener questions

Hey guys! Welcome to episode 284! Tonight the show goes live in an attempt to put the new computer through its paces. Amazingly it worked! The live video including the exciting set-up portion is available on the Alexxcast youtube page. Besides the jaw-dropping action of Alexx trying to get the video setting correct, we discuss: How Arthur Conan Doyle would feel about the myriad adaptations of his work; who will host next year’s Academy Awards; a great guide to microdosing; a cool writing app named after a monster; an app for easy sigil making; and lots of listener questions via the Alexxcast subreddit. Also: a certain bar in a certain area of Portland is described in detail… and I think a shout out happened too, but I’m too lazy to go back and confirm that. Enjoy!
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Links:
https://www.sportsbettingdime.com/news/entertainment-props/who-will-host-the-2018-academy-awards/
http://sigilscribe.me
https://thethirdwave.co
http://hemingwayapp.com/
https://www.youtube.com/user/thealexxcast
https://www.reddit.com/r/alexxcast/comments/5eie59/the_official_what_should_alexx_talk_about_thread/

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Episode 281 – Mysterioso Pizzicato, an exploration of live-show failure

Hey guys, welcome to episode 281. Before I even begin to tell you about the episode let me break the important news: I finally found that stupid musical cue I’ve been looking for! I’ve talked about it on the show a million times…. The sneaky cartoon thief music, remember? I mean, this has been years in the making, and finally Atlas Obscura writes an article on it! Praise! Praise! Praise Atlas Obscura!

On tonight’s episode Alexx discussed his newest short story release; discusses possible Oscar winners; his binge watching of The Clone Wars cartoon; a story about how few silent films we still have; a talk about the strange back-story of the “missing” Princess Bride chapters/sequels/etc…; and we update the audience on the Ouija reading from the previous episode- hint: it turns out the mysterious world of the Ouija remains mysterious. Enjoy!

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Links:
http://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/how-the-quintessential-villains-melody-snuck-into-the-popular-consciousness
https://www.sportsbettingdime.com/news/entertainment-props/oscars-odds-2017-will-diversity-win-the-day/
http://www.silentera.com/lost/index.html
http://splitsider.com/2012/01/the-princess-bride-letters/
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Episode 280 – Ouija, ghosts, and all things paranormal w/ Katie Montana Jordan

Hey guys! Welcome to episode 280. Tonight we welcome Katie Montana Jordan into the studio to discuss all things paranormal. We delve into the nature of ghosts; how Ouija boards work; tarot; how I’m haunted by a Native American shaman; and detail Katie’s plan to marry the specter of Elvis Aaron Presley. Enjoy!
*Note: As I’ve mentioned a million times, the studio needs an overhaul. That’s why Katie’s microphone sounds different from mine. Donate funds via PayPal to alexxcast@gmail.com if you wanna help me pay for new equipment*

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Katie’s Twitter: www.twitter.com/KMontanaJordan
Katie’s FB: www.facebook.com/katie.jordan.581
Oregon Ghost Conference: www.oregonghostconference.com
Katie’s paranormal organizations:
www.pri-wa.com
www.sandiegoparanormalresearch.com
www.scottishghostadventures.com

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Episode 278 – BMO, tarot, and listener questions

Hi. Tonight’s show consists of Alexx talking about a new tarot deck; the downsides of being tall; the downsides of having Trump-like fingers; disinterest in travel; and probably some more crap. Enjoy!

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Episode 277 – Snow-bound and talking to myself

Hey guys, it’s me, Alexx! Please consider yourself welcomed to episode 277! Tonight we bring you yet another Alexxcast solo show. This time I’m using the new microphones…. after getting comfortable with the new studio set-up I get to the work of the day: talking nonsense to entertain you, the listening audience. Some of the topics touched on included: How I’d like the world to end; the best movie soundtracks of the 1990s and 2000s; the further elaboration of my dating woes; Portland Snowpocalypse 2017; how to deal with insensitive drive share passengers; what am I like off-mic; what happens when online friends die; a terrible pick-up line website; and I answer some user questions. Enjoy!

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Links:

https://www.sportsbettingdime.com/news/entertainment-props/top-movie-soundtracks-of-the-1990s-and-2000s/
http://www.pickuplines4guys.com/
https://www.reddit.com/r/alexxcast/
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Episode 276 – Shout-outs and end of year nonsense

In this week’s installment, Alexx answers user questions about NYPD uniform code; the books you need to read if you’re a young European girl; and tried out some new equipment.

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https://www.yahoo.com/news/sikh-community-very-proud-nypd-cops-can-sport-beards-turbans-for-religious-purposes-171650347.html

 

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Episode 275 – Christmas-based rambling and listener questions

Tonight Alexx talks about Christmas; forgets lots of lyrics; ponders alien abduction; and probably does a lot more but I’m in a rush and don’t have the time to properly notate the episode.
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Links:

http://mentalfloss.com/article/89603/listen-cheery-holiday-song-written-ai-program
http://mentalfloss.com/article/54325/original-reviews-10-classic-christmas-movies
http://mentalfloss.com/article/90124/finish-christmas-song
https://www.reddit.com/r/alexxcast/comments/5eie59/the_official_what_should_alexx_talk_about_thread/

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