The Most Interesting Topic in the Room
by J Virus
A podcast exploring a wide variety of topics that happen to be the MOST INTERESTING thing on JV's mind. From travel to music to books to the conception of time there should be something anyone can find oh so very INTERESTING. Dig in people!
Episodes
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Nutrition & Healing Foods with Adriane Angarano
In this episode JV learns about cutting edge nutritional therapy and how one could become a nutritionist. All that and much more in this extremely INTERESTING edition. Eat some kale! All music by Manitou (https://manitou1996.bandcamp.com)
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Music & Identity with John Twenty Five
In this very INTERESTING episode JV talks with John about how a life filled with music can transform a person's sense of self and can power them forward. From Michael Jackson to Hardcore Punk, this episode has it all. Dig in! All music by Manitou (https://manitou1996.bandcamp.com)
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Creative Inspiration with Filmmaker Jason William Power
In this episode JV and JWP, Jason to Jason, have a conversation about Inspiration and some of the modes in which people can be inspired and can act on inspiration. A true hashing out of a topic! And oh so INTERESTING. To see Jason William Power's films follow the link: https://vimeo.com/jwpfilms...
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Competitive Eating with 2-Time Champion Nick Methven
Have you ever wondered about what it takes to be a champion competitive eater? Well even if you haven't this is your chance to learn. In this most INTERESTING episode JV talks with a 2 time World Champ of the Testy Festy in Montana. Plus food challenges, tips on eating giant asparagus, and how to...
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Sculpture & Sound with Professor Ernesto Gomez
Another Artist's edition takes place in the room! Follow along as sculptor, sound artist, and teacher, Professor Ernesto, takes us on the journey that led him to a job he loves. All that and more on this most INTERESTING episode. Dig it! All music by Manitou (https://manitou1996.bandcamp.com)
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Living the Art Life with Cara O'Brien & Chester Winowiecki
In this fine new episode JV talks with more successful artists, Cara & Chester, from deep in the wilds of the woods. Well not that deep. And not that wild. But STILL these folks are full of interesting insights regarding self-employment and how to make a truly successful living as professional...
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Photography with Professor Emily Gomez
Welcome to the inaugural Interesting People talk with professional photographer and professional Professor, Professor Emily. In this episode we discuss one potential path to becoming a professional artist and delve into the history of photography and printing. An extremely INTERESTING topic with…
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Eno with a Big E
In this episode before JV lays out a love of the music of Brian Eno and why it is so important to have positive mentorship at a young age. All that plus an update on wounded felines with an Oscar Report. Dig it all and dig yourself! All music by Manitou (https://manitou1996.bandcamp.com)
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Ye Olde Mixtape
Ah the Mixtape. JV looks at the antiquated but extremely fulfilling experience of creating an actual mixtape on cassette (see below for your very own mixtape found on Spotify as a Playlist). It's all for fun on this INTERESTING new episode. All music by Manitou (https://manitou1996.bandcamp.com)…
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The Italian Rinascita
This may be the episode you've been waiting for. The crib notes version of the Italian Renaissance! In this episode JV throws down a little history and connects that to the miraculous art witnessed in Florence during a recent trip to Italy. Lung Vita all ‘Italia! All music by Manitou...
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Tourists on Parade, Part II
n this loose and fast follow-up episode J to the V thinks about airline travel, Italian cemetaries and burial practices, the Triumph of the Commoner, tourist scams in Florence, and the fun of riding in Roman taxis. All topics are associated and disassociated at the same time! Buy a ticket and...
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Tourists on Parade, Part I
JV is back after a 2 week hiatus! After returning from a trip to Italia JV offers observations on tourism and the effect a mass horde of humanity can have on local towns. Should we be travelling all over and bringing ourselves to foreign doorsteps? Maybe yes and maybe no but once you are out…
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World Travel Follow Follow Up
In this episode J to the V gets on the travel train to talk some story about the power of art in Europe, the conundrum of tourism and the threat it poses to local culture, and experiences in Siem Reap and Angkor Wat. All in ONE action packed episode. All music by Manitou...
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You Don't Know JACK
This episode is a look at the myth vs. reality of Jack Keroauc's life and his novels as well as how those ideas led to real-life change and adventure. Get out on the road and see something new! All music by Manitou (https://manitou1996.bandcamp.com) (Originally published via Podbean, now on Acast)
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Lollapawhatza?
In this most INTERESTING episode JV discusses the historic trends of "alternative music" from classical up to the early 1990's when Perry Farrell was pointed to as the originator of the term. This then leads to a breakdown of JV's personal tale of experiencing the marvel that was the very first...
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Talkin' Story - World Travel Followup
In this World Travel follow up episode JV talks story about various INTERESTING events and adventures during a life of travel. Tales from Mexico to SE Asia abound. Most especially stories of being in Thailand during the 2004 tsunami and traveling back a year later and what was seen and…
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World Travel
The first episode of the podcast is the INTERESTING beginning of the journey around the room. JV talks about world travel and how to embrace cultural difference as an act of self-respect and mutual understanding. He defines what "buying the ticket and riding the ride" means and how to embrace...
About this show
A podcast exploring a wide variety of topics that happen to be the MOST INTERESTING thing on JV's mind. From travel to music to books to the conception of time there should be something anyone can find oh so very INTERESTING. Dig in people!
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