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Swamppenwolf
by Christopher Garza
Like Hesse's Steppenwolf, I've finally discovered that being open to new experiences is a better way to live. My plan is to be open to listening and learning about other people and their passions and to share these beautiful conversations with whoever wants to hear them!
Episodes
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"All of those players are already robots" with Joe Berek
Joe and I discuss robot/hologram football and steroid use before running through a scenario in which all drugs and substances would be legalized. Last, we discuss the unhappy liberal male and what makes a person happy.
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"It's not like it's some kind of ancient practice or anything..."with Kelly Smith
Kelly and I sat by the Guadalupe River and discussed sharing personal things in the internet, mosquitos, yoga/mindfulness, and then a crash course on the chakras.
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"That sliver of wonderful is a good conversation and a piece of cake with a friend" with Jeff Rudd
I busted out the tea and some tres leches on a rainy Monday night and Jeff caught us up on what's been going on since his last episode. We also discussed empathy, emotional unavailability, rest, saying yes, saying no, balance, and moderation. Also, there was a cake review mixed in there too.
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"It really helps streamline my ability to focus" with Jake Gross
In this episode, Jake and I discussed meditation, naturally occurring visual phenomena, and the brains ability to perceive things and fill in gaps.
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"I could take the things that were important to me and use them to support my values" with Austin
Austin and I chatted about his experience growing up Mormon and shifting to a more open, spiritual lifestyle. We also talk about the joy of cooking for others and the strength of placebo, among other things.
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"The sooner I accept my reality, the happier I'm going to be" with Thomas Stacy
Tom fills us in on what's been going on since the last episode we recorded together. We discuss relapsing, growth, setting expectations, the process of opening of his restaurant, ReikiNa. Keep up with what is going on with his restaurant by following @Reiki.Na and going to ReikiNa.xyz.
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"I feel like I didn't fit in" with Z.E.
My cousin Zulema came over and we discussed difficulties speaking Spanish as Mexican-Americans, losing faith, and dealing with family. We finish off the episode with a few little rhyme collabs. Enjoy!
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"You can make your life whatever you want it to be" with Dd Watson
Dd and I sat over some kombucha and discussed burnout, personal/professional time management, self-love, and being hopeless romantics. He also shares about his personal relationships with his family and how he works to be an insipiration for his younger siblings. To keep up with what's going on…
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"It's been this defrosting. It's been good!" with Sydney Smith
Sydney and I chatted about her transition from a college education and an occupation in engineering to managing a rock climbing gym. We also discuss managing people, introversion/extroversion, allowing sad feelings, the drive to be leader, and having to deal with people who break the rules.
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"It was really the kind of medicine I needed to continue my self exploration" with Michael Perkins
Michael came over and we chatted about jogging, foot massages, hunting, bees, and addiction with plenty of other random topics sprinkled in between. Here's a link to a jogging video that Michael recommended in the episode: https://youtu.be/9L2b2khySLE
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"I think the first step is recognition that this is even happening" with Catherine Garza (my sister)
My sister and I talk about college, growing up, bullying/hazing, and eventually we get into racial disparity law. We end by discussing racism and sexism and how to approach tough conversations about it. We also talk about how to educate yourself instead of relying on your minority friends. Cathy...
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"I always thought (William) Blake was a deeply ecological thinker" with Dr. Jade Hagan
Dr. Jade Hagan returns to share with our listeners her interpretations on the English poet and artist, William Blake. First we get a background on Blake and some of his influences on popular culture today and then Jade shares her thoughts on Blake as an ecological thinker. To check out Blake's...
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"The most important thing in this life is to make mistakes" with Patrick Kelly
This is the first episode I really tried to prepare for. I had penciled a note card full of questions about pencils because of Patrick's new 1 for 1 pencil company, Peace Pencils. Turns out we had plenty of other stuff to talk about. We also talked about the motorcycle community, making mistakes,...
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"We as people are an integral part of nature" with Suzanne Simpson
Suzanne and I sat in the park and talked about Houston's ecosystems and ecoregions, our city's flooding issues, some problematic language and concepts related to ecology, and a couple of delightful stories about going to the bathroom outdoors. For more information about her organization, check…
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"We do need to find fulfillment in our lives" with Tiffany Ritter
Tiffany and I sat down and, among other things, we talked about our drinking/running club, astrology/tarot, outdoor education, using all of our senses, and seeking fulfillment. For information about outdoor education opportunities in the Houston area, www.houstonarboretum.org.
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"Give yourself permission to invite it (love) in" with Maria
Maria stopped through Houston on her way back east from Arizona and was willing to sit down for an interview. We talk about yoga, respecting inanimate objects, feeling child-like, substance use/altered states, fainting/shots, and love/compassion.
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"The only thing I can change is the way that I think about something" with Allen Pearson
Allen and I discuss his hobbies including BMX, vehicle mechanics, and climbing. We talk about being adaptable and changing your attitude/mind but also when to draw boundaries. We discuss living simply, van life, relationships with parents, and he also shares his experiences growing up in a house...
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"It could look like anyone" with Kaylen Runyan
Kaylen shares some eye-opening facts about human trafficking. We talk about ways to look for victims of sex or labor trafficking, questions to ask potential victims, how the police and social workers interact in these cases, and myths and wacky conspiracy theories that falsify the real issues…
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"Let yourself have fun. Let yourself play" with Jeff Rudd
Jeff talks about how he got out of dark periods in his life and his steps towards self-love. He also shares a couple of his favorite animes and some amazing poetic entries from his journal. We also hit on so many other topics that are mixed in throughout.
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"We really don't breathe enough" with Rachel Even-Flint
Rachel shares how nature, meditation, kundalini yoga, and breathwork all help to manage her anxiety and mental health. We also tap into some pretty woo woo conversations tied to these topics. Follow @rachel.even.flint on Instagram to see her art and jewelry or purchase these through the link on…
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"Work on looking at yourself intrinsically" with Anica Haymes
After the loss of my dog and best friend, Hayduke, I went to visit Anica to talk about the grieving process. Anica shares ways she has handled grief in the past and things she's learned along the way. We also talk a lot about how amazing Hayduke was. Anica is the volunteer coordinator for the...
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"Every single human being is beautiful in their own way" with Kat Ambrose
Kat comes by and we talk about working on relationships with our parents, dealing with depression, improving our self-love, minority representation and more. Kat is also an incredible photographer. Find her on Instagram @katambrosephotography or check out her website www.katambrosephotography.com
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"It felt like I was in a soap opera and I was playing someone who was dying' with Becca Orf
Becca and I reflect on the old days or Amy's Ice Creams and ecology road trips. Then Becca shares her experiences with dealing with the coronavirus. We also discuss what the pandemic may mean for the future of human interactions and Becca's embarrassing online dating experience. Check out her...
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"I don't think there's a healthy body weight. I think it's about how you feel." With Ben Thomas
In this episode, Ben opens up about his personal struggles with an eating disorder. He shares his thoughts on how to recognize peers with eating disorders, how to approach the topic when there may be reasons to be concerned, and his experiences with overcoming it.
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"10 hours of walrus sounds" with Justin Clay AKA Darwin's Finches
Enjoy the ramblings of two ecologists who have struggled to cope with humanity. Justin and I sat at the park and talked about insects, YouTube rabbit (walrus) holes, monastic life, the pandemic, and dealing with family about politics. He ends by sharing a couple of new Darwin's Finches songs...
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"It's a sense of life, and energy, and everything that is" with Bobby Lawrence
Bobby brings the figurative broccoli (his story) for my meal (the podcast). He shares his thoughts on meditation/spirituality, reconnecting with nature, finding beauty in the world, and writing poetry. Stay tuned for his poem at the end of the episode!
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Who is the Swamppenwolf? Part 2
It's been 3 months of swampin' around with y'all! In this episode, I give some background on myself, provide an update on my current state, and discuss the direction the podcast has taken. I also end the episode with my hit original song, 'How old are dem beans, gal?'
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"(I'm just trying to) follow what creates a deeper source of energy for me" with Jess Haskins
Jess and I discuss landscaping! Also, making career changes, improving mental health, and burn out and ways to cope with it. Follow her Instagram account @contractorjess
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"If you're able to be vulnerable with people, it's actually a strength" with Kasey Clarke
Kasey shares about her path from a college student to her first career to where she is now. Then we get into what it means to be a leader as she has been learning from a program she's involved with. Among other things (like osage orange trees and bird egg incubation), we discuss vulnerability,...
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"I'm existing for this moment" with Molly Lenihan
My coworker, Molly, and I discuss some of the major themes from 'The Alchemist'. We revisit the idea of the purpose but also discuss the deterministic view of life, following your heart, life after death, The BerenSTEIN Bears, and accepting death. Check out her brother's youtube videos! Here's a...
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"To just cut everything else off and just go walk in the woods" with Jeremy Even-Flint
Jeremy and I "cut everything else off and just go walk in the woods" in between segments of this episode. We talk about importance of nature, fitting into the mushroom community as a couple of fun-guys, and his reflections on working for the police. Find Jeremy's amazing photos on instagram...
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"We would still always love each other for the people we are" with Tatyana
Tatyana shares relationship advice based on her and her husband's relationship. She has learned that hardships can strengthen the relationship, honesty is good but so are some secrets, and trust is perhaps the most valuable aspect of a relationship. If you would like to hire her for photography,...
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"You have to pick an enemy that you're trying to conquer" with Tom Stacy
Tom discusses recognizing and facing addiction. He also discusses some of the ways he's learned to grow through his recovery including taking the plunge into opening his own restaurant. To make a reservation, check out reikina.xyz and book a private dinner with your friends!
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"Creating those little tiny bridges" with Kim
Kim shares what it was like to lose her faith in a religion where her values didn't align with the church's teachings. We also discuss how to approach difficult conversations and how to interact with people who think you're different.
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"You gotta do it on your own" with Jenn Veach
Jenn shares travel stories, experiences on making friends as adults, long distance relationship advice, and personal growth from relationships.
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"The purpose of all things is to work in unison and to create this melody of life " with Abin Joes
Abin and I discuss finding/connecting with people, the idea of a "purpose", and dealing with depression.
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"Recuperating the abject" with Dr. Jade Hagan
Dr. Jade Hagan came to visit and we discuss the taboo of speaking about mental health in our society. We also touch on the use of psychedelics as medicine, creating "rituals", seeing the world as if you're in love, and trying to make connections with people who have different political views.
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"A thought can be changed" with Summer Lydick
Summer is an incredible artist, neighbor, and dogsitter! In this episode we talk about positivity, dealing with depression, and ways to view humanity. Please check out her websites and support an artist by looking checking out www.SummerLydick.com, instagram.com/SummerLydickArt, or buy a painting...
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Who is the Swamppenwolf?
It is night. The moon is out. You begin to follow the slow, silty creek that runs through your neighborhood. The air is humid and a dense fog fills the air. Spanish moss hangs from the trees and fireflies illuminate off in the distance. Or are those eyes that are glowing? Watching you... The mud...
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I feel like the Steppenwolf... But from the swamp.
I want to be open to hearing what people have to say about whatever it is that they are passionate. Being open-minded has brought me immense happiness!
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Like Hesse's Steppenwolf, I've finally discovered that being open to new experiences is a better way to live. My plan is to be open to listening and learning about other people and their passions and to share these beautiful conversations with whoever wants to hear them!
HOSTED BY
Christopher Garza
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How many episodes does Swamppenwolf have?
Swamppenwolf currently has 40 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.
What is Swamppenwolf about?
Like Hesse's Steppenwolf, I've finally discovered that being open to new experiences is a better way to live. My plan is to be open to listening and learning about other people and their passions and to share these beautiful conversations with whoever wants to hear them!
How often does Swamppenwolf release new episodes?
Swamppenwolf has 40 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.
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Who hosts Swamppenwolf?
Swamppenwolf is created and hosted by Christopher Garza.
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