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Peace and Joy 505
by Jim Whalen
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
Episodes
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Saying so long to Abe Lincoln
this episode briefly features a good-bye to the penny and some other once upon a time cultural symbols like TV guide and the phone book
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Can you seek peace and joy in the constitution
This is a brief episode about the Declaration of Independence in the United States Constitution some interesting ideas in it
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Take a Look at Your Plate
This first episode of what seems like season 10 takes a look at plates, what they mean, how many we have and why paying attention to them might be important for searching for some peace and joy. It's easy to get them too full or end up with challenging combinations of things on them.
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July 26 birthday cakes
This late summer episode features birthday wishes and philosophy from The Rolling Stones and the Americans with disabilities Act It could be time for some alternative views
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Are You Pluto
This episode is about the importance of self definition existence and transitions
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Can You Hear Us Now
We buy billions of dollars worth of devices so that we can listen to all types of audio, however, how and when do we invest in listening?
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OTaking a Swing at Seeking Peace and Joy
As the new season opens it provides us an opportunity. To think of starting new stories with new possibilities
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Peace and Joy Jumps the Shark
Sometimes there is a lot of peace n the air when you take a risk , however, you have built in a kill point so that you can change especially if what you were doing isn't moving toward your purpose.
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Seeking. Everything Super Sort Of
this episode is sort of about a game everybody sort of knows about. It's just an alternative way of thinking about it
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Trying to Keep It together. In25
This could be a challenging year so we start out by pondering things we use to keep our world and our lives together. For instance duct tape. Is sort of like prayer and meditation we use it in all kinds of situations and paper clips can do a lot as well.
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Get Your Daily Bread
This is a brief message during the holiday season deigned to prompt some thoughts and to say hello we are still here and so are you.
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Get out your Pumpkin
This episode describes some features of pumpkins, candy, and the coming of the holiday season and some seekin Peace and Joy factors
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It's not politics nor Apples and Oranges
Apples don't fall farther tree Well where else would they fall from? It is harvest time and this is a look at Apples from trees and from phone providers. Enjoy
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Does Character still Matter
This episode features a stroll down memory lane…well sort of …featuring Scooby and Shaggy, rocky and Bullwinkle .. Underdog, Fred flint stone, the Jetsons and many more
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Going Number 2
This episode highlights going Back to School with some memories and info about pencils etc. The next episode will highlight some school experiences but this one focuses on what goes in the book bag and desk.
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Judging Olympics
This episode offers a recap on that special event that happens every four years—me having a somewhat interesting thought. Just kidding it' a P&J look at the games we play
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When Life Gives You Lemons America Just stand
In this episode we look at memories of lemonade stands youth and America.. we also talk as it some thinking. That might turn lemons into lemonaide
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Why We Should Applaud Attempting. To Ban Books
this episode offers some facts and philosophy regarding books and why the process of considering what libraries in our schools have and do might be worth the nonsense? Awareness is the key to a lot of seeking peace and joy and people heading these efforts might create focus?
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Can Singing Teach the World?
This "regular" episode contains one 8-line rhyme about war and people plus a discussion of featuring what we can learn from CocaCola
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Very short episode of astrophysics fun
Very brief episode
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Strange Lights in the Sky Over Indiana
This 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
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March Madness Money and becoming blueblooods
Betting 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
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For the Week of St. Patrick's Day
This 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
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Politics are Outrageous
In this episode P&J returns with some ideas about government/politics… the weather and adding a few thoughtful rhymes at the end. Wnjoy
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On Someday in History
Something 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
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Rethink Thanksgiving
Would 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
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Moonshots Malls and the Family Farm
In this episode AI voices provide the slave talent to deliver some rhymes and an essay on moon parking. some good humor and insights abound
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Popping the AI Balloon
This 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
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The Human Truth About AI
This episode features some "evolutionary (not really) common sense guidance for considering the real impact of AI now and in the future.
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staring at the dark Side of the Moon
So 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.
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The Real Importance of the NFL Draft
some 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
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Overcoming the Fear of AI?
This 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…
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Blowing in the Wind
This 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.
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Life Hacks- New Year's Resolutions
This 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…
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All We Need Is "Love"
Kicking 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
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Take time to thank someone
This 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
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Are Words Your Money?
In 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
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APeace it's not easy
As we head into the fall it's time to thank some folks and remind everyone that seeking peace goes beyond sitting and waiting.
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QE II and Scooby-Doo
This 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.
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A Life With No Strings Attached
This 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.
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The International Day of Words
This 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—
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Great combinations mac & cheese and
Some 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
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Always Room for JellO Birthdays
Just 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
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Cross-Country Cousins Create Part II and
In 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
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Cross-Country Cousins Create Culture with Music
This 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...
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Creating New Worlds to Explore Experiences
This 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...
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Diana Discusses her "Gospel of a Witch"
This 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...
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Promising Poet -Reload
This 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...
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Promising Poet Provides Words of Writing Wisdom
This 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...
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Encouraging Insights: A Conversation with a Creator
In 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…
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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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Peace and Joy 505 is created and hosted by Jim Whalen.
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