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A weekly podcast hosted by Mike Burton where he searches for interesting guests across the world, having ”Honest Conversations With Interesting People”! With every podcast being something different, there’s no reason not to tune in, with guests, ranging from filmmakers, authors, musicians & travellers, to fellow podcasters, actors, creatives, experts in a variety of fields and everyone in-between! No subject is off limits, so take your pick at the huge back catalogue and dig in to some Genuine Chit-Chat!
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![We Got Engaged: Megan & Mike Talk About How Mike Popped The Question, Chose The Ring & More!](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog2032264/Engagement_Image_Square63ayf_300x300.jpg)
Sunday Apr 16, 2023
Sunday Apr 16, 2023
Megan & Mike got engaged! So, due to popular demand (aka Tonya), the duo decided to give you the full story from ring shopping, to the proposal itself and the usual tangents the two of them go on!
Thanks as always for your support friends, we hope you enjoy, if you want to support the show, follow Mike on social media @GenuineChitChat, review & rate on any podcasplayer or you can check out Mike’s Patreon, where he releases at least 1 episode of his & Megan’s “Afterthoughts” a week, plus there are unsplit full-length episodes of GCC and more, so if you want to support the show and get more content, check it out at http://patreon.com/genuinechitchat
Follow Megan on Instagram @GrittsGetsFit
Sign up to the Pop Culture Collective newsletter (that Mike is a contributor for): https://pccnewsletter.com
Mike has been doing weekly Mandalorian discussion episodes and the latest was the penultimate episode of S3; Chapter 23: The Spies! He spoke with YouTuber Stevie B and you can listen or watch here: https://pod.fo/e/173f23 - https://youtu.be/p7Cz_3GyQT8
In the previous episode of GCC (190) Mike spoke with Rick Ives; writer/director/producer of Solid Rock Trust, assistant editor at Marvel Studios and movie buff! Their conversation begins with Rick confirming his credentials in filmmaking, before the duo delve into the making of Rick’s heist movie that is shot in one location while discussing other single-location movies, this bleeds into wider discussions on movies and “indie” movie-making and Mike & Rick’s mutual love of one-shots. Rick & Mike also talk about creating characters, film experimentation, age certificates for movies, Lord Of The Rings, Jurassic Park, one-hit wonders, and so much more - this is one for the movie buffs!
Intro & outro read by BZ The Voice: http://bzthevoice.com
Find Mike’s other show; Star Wars: Comics In Canon on Spotify & the other podcast apps on the feed of Comics In Motion or on GCC’s YouTube channel. Episodes are out every Saturday; episodes 0-124 are out now, ep 124 focuses on The Duel (from Visions) prequel comic, then in ep 123 Mike delved into Hidden Empire 3 and the week before was a book review of the High Republic novel Convergence! Previous episodes include the War Of The Bounty Hunters & Crimson Reign crossovers, every other canon Star Wars comic by Marvel, the Journals of Old Ben Kenobi, full High Republic coverage (book reviews & comics) & much more - https://podfollow.com/comicsinmotion
Mike recently guested on:
Stevie B’s Star Wars Podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/McbWHBMZQxM
Indie Comics Spotlight to talk Miracleman Books 1-4: https://pod.fo/e/156d91
Ike’s Flame podcast to talk about The High Republic here: https://pod.fo/e/143ce4
Instagram – Twitter – Facebook – YouTube – Stitcher – Podbean – Spotify
![Star Wars Celebration 2023 - Day 4: Bad Batch, Marvel Comics, Closing Ceremony, Convention Recommendations & More!](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog2032264/Episode_1247_Artwork6jlpk_300x300.jpeg)
Tuesday Apr 11, 2023
Tuesday Apr 11, 2023
MIKE & MEGAN DISCUSS ON THEIR FOURTH & FINAL DAY AT STAR WARS CELEBRATION 2023!
This is a continuation of the two previous SWC episodes - M&M talk their experience of Day 4 of SWCE, where they attended the Bad Batch & Marvel Comics panels and discuss the news, they talk about the closing ceremony, their Celebration experience as a whole, meeting “internet friends”, merchandise they bought and so much more, including their suggestions for any people wanting to go to future conventions!
Mike met up with Haydenn (@MCUwaititi) and Liv (@oliviamidala) of #ValanceNation (Twitter handles).
To hear more from Megan & Mike, they recorded their thoughts on S3E6 of The Mandalorian (Guns For Hire) on the way to London for SWC, listen or watch here; https://pod.fo/e/1724b2 - https://youtu.be/WcovXZMoOG0
If you want even more from Megan & Mike, you can hear their Afterthoughts episodes reviewing movies, TV shows, live shows and even holidays (at least 1 episode released every week) AND you can hear Mike’s exclusive the Legends book reviews (including Shatterpoint, the Darth Bane Trilogy, Darth Plagueis, Rogue Squadron & Revan) plus you’ll be supporting the show for only £1 a month, check out http://patreon.com/genuinechitchat
Mike, Megan, Ria & JAC discussed all 9 episodes of Star Wars Visions Season 1 here: https://pod.fo/e/100f26
Mike, Maff & Dave’s new show; Rebels Reviewed is out now, listen on any podcast app or watch on YouTube: https://pod.fo/e/166659 - https://youtu.be/oVXItTYLe68
Last week, in ep 124 of SWCIC, Mike released an episode that is technically not “canon” as it’s a comic that takes place in a Star Wars Visions continuity, more specifically, The Duel. This comic is a prequel to The Duel animated episode, which is also linked to the Ronin novel. Mike explores The Ronin’s story, confirms connections along the way and gives his interpretations to the ending.
Subscribe to the Pop Culture Collective Newsletter for weekly updates on both of Mike’s shows and plenty of other incredible creators, here: https://pccnewsletter.com
Subscribe to Mike’s YouTube channel to see video versions of his conversations, discussion with Star Wars creators, playlists filled with episodes of GCC & SWCIC and more: https://youtube.com/GenuineChitChat
Guest spots Mike has been involved in:
On Stevie B’s YouTube to talk Star Wars: https://youtu.be/McbWHBMZQxM
Indie Comics Spotlight to talk Miracleman Books 1-4: https://pod.fo/e/156d91
Ike’s Flame podcast to talk about Phase 1 of The High Republic here: https://pod.fo/e/143ce4
Mike is also the host of a podcast called Genuine Chit-Chat where he speaks with a different guest each week about a wide array of topics where no subject is off limits. He has spoken with authors Kevin Shinick, Cavan Scott, Claudia Gray and more – GCC can be listened to in the same place you’re listening to this show, so there’s no excuse to not check it out!
Find Mike @GenuineChitChat on Twitter, @Genuine_ChitChat on Instagram & /GenuineChitChat on Facebook!
Outro read by BZ The Voice: http://www.bzthevoice.com
![Star Wars Celebration 2023 - Day 3: Villains Of The Sequel Trilogy, Star Wars In The Classroom, Shakespearean Acting, Signing & More!](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog2032264/Episode_1246_Artworkau15v_300x300.jpeg)
Sunday Apr 09, 2023
Sunday Apr 09, 2023
MIKE & MEGAN FOCUS ON THEIR THIRD DAY AT STAR WARS CELEBRATION 2023!
This is a continuation of yesterday’s episode, where M&M talk their experience of Day 3 of SWCE where they attended the Villains Of The Sequel Trilogy panel, the Star Wars classroom panel, more signings, more cosplay and of course; more fun anecdotes and stories! They do also go on bit of a tangent near the start about their annoying accommodation neighbours in London – Day 4 thoughts will be released tomorrow!
The Star Wars classroom panel was by @NotAKyber (IG/Twitter) / DiscoveringTheGalaxy (TikTok) and Mike met @inkspit.blog (IG), @Robobluey (Twitter) & @Bean_Scene (Twitter)!
To hear more from Megan & Mike, they recorded their thoughts on S3E6 of The Mandalorian (Guns For Hire) on the way to London for SWC, listen or watch here; https://pod.fo/e/1724b2 - https://youtu.be/WcovXZMoOG0
If you want even more from Megan & Mike, you can hear their Afterthoughts episodes reviewing movies, TV shows, live shows and even holidays (at least 1 episode released every week) AND you can hear Mike’s exclusive the Legends book reviews (including Shatterpoint, the Darth Bane Trilogy, Darth Plagueis, Rogue Squadron & Revan) plus you’ll be supporting the show for only £1 a month, check out http://patreon.com/genuinechitchat
Mike, Megan, Ria & JAC discussed all 9 episodes of Star Wars Visions Season 1 here: https://pod.fo/e/100f26
Mike, Maff & Dave’s new show; Rebels Reviewed is out now, listen on any podcast app or watch on YouTube: https://pod.fo/e/166659 - https://youtu.be/oVXItTYLe68
Last week, in ep 124 of SWCIC, Mike released an episode that is technically not “canon” as it’s a comic that takes place in a Star Wars Visions continuity, more specifically, The Duel. This comic is a prequel to The Duel animated episode, which is also linked to the Ronin novel. Mike explores The Ronin’s story, confirms connections along the way and gives his interpretations to the ending.
Subscribe to the Pop Culture Collective Newsletter for weekly updates on both of Mike’s shows and plenty of other incredible creators, here: https://pccnewsletter.com
Subscribe to Mike’s YouTube channel to see video versions of his conversations, discussion with Star Wars creators, playlists filled with episodes of GCC & SWCIC and more: https://youtube.com/GenuineChitChat
Guest spots Mike has been involved in:
On Stevie B’s YouTube to talk Star Wars: https://youtu.be/McbWHBMZQxM
Indie Comics Spotlight to talk Miracleman Books 1-4: https://pod.fo/e/156d91
Ike’s Flame podcast to talk about Phase 1 of The High Republic here: https://pod.fo/e/143ce4
Mike is also the host of a podcast called Genuine Chit-Chat where he speaks with a different guest each week about a wide array of topics where no subject is off limits. He has spoken with authors Kevin Shinick, Cavan Scott, Claudia Gray and more – GCC can be listened to in the same place you’re listening to this show, so there’s no excuse to not check it out!
Find Mike @GenuineChitChat on Twitter, @Genuine_ChitChat on Instagram & /GenuineChitChat on Facebook!
Outro read by BZ The Voice: http://www.bzthevoice.com
![Star Wars Celebration 2023 Special - Days 1 & 2: A News Recap, Mike & Megan’s Experience And Cosplay!](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog2032264/Episode_1245_Artworkb09yq_300x300.jpeg)
Saturday Apr 08, 2023
Saturday Apr 08, 2023
MIKE & MEGAN TALK ABOUT THEIR EXPERIENCE OF THE FIRST 2 DAYS OF STAR WARS CELEBRATION 2023!
This week brings an extra-special episode, where M&M talk about what they expect from SWC, as Megan has never been to a convention before and Mike has been to a few, including the last SWC in the UK, 7 years ago. They then give their thoughts after their first full day of the convention, including some of the exciting Star Wars news about movies, and then the bulk of the episode is their experience of day 2, including some crazy cosplays, interesting panels, celebrity interactions, meeting fellow fans and so much more – this is the perfect pod to give you an idea what to expect at Star Wars Celebration, with the new Star Wars news stitched into it, with funny anecdotes (& Megan singing) along the way! Their experiences from days 3 & 4 should be released shortly too, so keep an eye out for those!
To hear more from Megan & Mike, they recorded their thoughts on S3E6 of The Mandalorian (Guns For Hire) on the way to London for SWC, listen or watch here; https://pod.fo/e/1724b2 - https://youtu.be/WcovXZMoOG0
If you want even more from Megan & Mike, you can hear their Afterthoughts episodes reviewing movies, TV shows, live shows and even holidays (at least 1 episode released every week) AND you can hear Mike’s exclusive the Legends book reviews (including Shatterpoint, the Darth Bane Trilogy, Darth Plagueis, Rogue Squadron & Revan) plus you’ll be supporting the show for only £1 a month, check out http://patreon.com/genuinechitchat
Mike, Megan, Ria & JAC discussed all 9 episodes of Star Wars Visions Season 1 here: https://pod.fo/e/100f26
Mike, Maff & Dave’s new show; Rebels Reviewed is out now, listen on any podcast app or watch on YouTube: https://pod.fo/e/166659 - https://youtu.be/oVXItTYLe68
Subscribe to Mike’s YouTube channel to see video versions of his conversations, discussion with Star Wars creators, playlists filled with episodes of GCC & SWCIC and more: https://youtube.com/GenuineChitChat
Guest spots Mike has been involved in:
On Stevie B’s YouTube to talk Star Wars: https://youtu.be/McbWHBMZQxM
Indie Comics Spotlight to talk Miracleman Books 1-4: https://pod.fo/e/156d91
Ike’s Flame podcast to talk about Phase 1 of The High Republic here: https://pod.fo/e/143ce4
Subscribe to the Pop Culture Collective Newsletter for weekly updates on both of Mike’s shows and plenty of other incredible creators, here: https://pccnewsletter.com
Find all of Mike's social media & links at linktr.ee/GenuineChitChat
Outro read by BZ The Voice: http://www.bzthevoice.com
Timestamps:
00:00 Intro & What To Expect
01:26 M&M’s Expectations
11:00 Day 1 Recap
28:58 Day 2 Recap
01:21:42 Outro
![#190 – Creating An Indie Heist Movie: Experimentation, Solid Rock Trust & The Importance Of Good Editing With Rick Ives](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog2032264/Ep_190_-_72dpi_SD7tw9z_300x300.jpg)
Sunday Apr 02, 2023
Sunday Apr 02, 2023
Rick Ives; writer/director/producer of Solid Rock Trust, assistant editor at Marvel Studios and movie buff, is this week’s guest, to talk about making his feature-length heist movie, the editing process, movies in general and more!
In more detail, Rick begins by confirming his credentials in filmmaking, before the duo delve into the making of Rick’s heist movie that is shot in one location while discussing other single-location movies, this bleeds into wider discussions on movies and “indie” movie-making, the role of an editor & importance of good editing especially in an independent movie, the process of writing a heist script and Mike & Rick’s mutual love of one-shots. Rick & Mike also talk about creating characters, film experimentation, age certificates for movies, Lord Of The Rings, Jurassic Park, one-hit wonders, and so much more - this is one for the movie buffs!
All of Rick’s links are found here: https://linktr.ee/flashbulbfilms - Trailer for Solid Rock Trust: https://youtu.be/Zq-f9Berenc
Mike recently recorded a Where I’m From poem for Alyson Shelton, listen to the mini-interview and poem here: https://youtu.be/kl-E9a-6XIo
Sign up to the Pop Culture Collective newsletter (that Mike is a contributor for): https://pccnewsletter.com
Five episodes of the weekly Mandalorian discussion shows are out now on the podcast feed of Comics In Motion and the video versions are on YouTube: https://pod.fo/e/170ad3 - https://youtu.be/JeB3e8reVwI
Check out Mike’s Patreon, where he releases at least 1 episode of his & Megan’s “Afterthoughts” a week, plus there are unsplit full-length episodes of GCC and more, so if you want to support the show and get more content, check it out at http://patreon.com/genuinechitchat
In the previous episode of GCC (189) Mike spoke with professional glassblower Alexander Rosenberg about glass! The discussion began with Alex explaining who he is and why he finds glass so fascinating, including where natural glass occurs, how sand is turned into glass & it’s reusability. Alex then explains what he makes in his glass studio, techniques used for glassblowing, the connection to the past when glassblowing. They also discuss Alex’s introspection when glassblowing, transferrable skills from glassblowing, the history of glass, talent and so much more!
Intro & outro read by BZ The Voice: http://bzthevoice.com
Find Mike’s other show; Star Wars: Comics In Canon on Spotify & the other podcast apps on the feed of Comics In Motion or on GCC’s YouTube channel. Episodes are out every Saturday; episodes 0-124 are out now, ep 124 focuses on The Duel (from Visions) prequel comic, then in ep 123 Mike delved into Hidden Empire 3 and the week before was a book review of the High Republic novel Convergence! Previous episodes include the War Of The Bounty Hunters & Crimson Reign crossovers, every other canon Star Wars comic by Marvel, the Journals of Old Ben Kenobi, full High Republic coverage (book reviews & comics) & much more - https://podfollow.com/comicsinmotion
Mike recently guested on:
Stevie B’s Star Wars Podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/McbWHBMZQxM
Indie Comics Spotlight to talk Miracleman Books 1-4: https://pod.fo/e/156d91
Ike’s Flame podcast to talk about The High Republic here: https://pod.fo/e/143ce4
Instagram – Twitter – Facebook – YouTube – Stitcher – Podbean – Spotify
![#189 – The Complex Nature Of Glassblowing: How It Works, Blown Away & A Connection To The Past With Alexander Rosenberg](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog2032264/Ep_189_-_72dpi_SDaq8jh_300x300.jpg)
Sunday Mar 26, 2023
Sunday Mar 26, 2023
Alexander Rosenberg; Glass Studio Director at Wheaton Arts and 3rd finalist in S1 of Blown Away, is the guest this week and he & Mike delve deep into the world of glass-blowing; what it is, how glass is made, why people do it by hand, Alexander’s specialities and so much more!
Mike & Alex’s discussion begins with Alex explaining who he is and why he finds glass so fascinating, including where natural glass occurs, how sand is turned into glass & it’s reusability. Alex then explains what he makes in his glass studio, techniques used for glassblowing, the connection to the past when glassblowing. They also discuss Alex’s introspection when glassblowing, transferrable skills from glassblowing, the history of glass, talent and many other glass-related topics!
Alex’s Site: https://alexanderrosenberg.net – Instagram: @RosenbergAlexander – See Alex in action on Season 1 of Blown Away, on Netflix.
Eastern State Penitentiary Book Information: https://easternstate.org/explore/artist-installations/alex-rosenberg-climbers-guide-eastern-state-penitentiary-or-eastern
Alex also mentioned David Schnuckle’s glass newsletter: https://davidschnuckel.com and the scholar on glass history; Mary Mills.
Alex’s Other Pod Appearances; Talking Out Your Glass: https://talkingoutyourglass.com/alexander-rosenberg
Cuccurullo Conversations: https://spoti.fi/42JrUoo
Sign up to the Pop Culture Collective newsletter (that Mike is a contributor for): https://pccnewsletter.com
The four episodes of the weekly Mandalorian discussion shows are out now on the podcast feed of Comics In Motion and the video version is on YouTube: https://pod.fo/e/16f381 - https://youtu.be/hog1iVAVyKk
Check out Mike’s Patreon, where he releases at least 1 episode of his & Megan’s “Afterthoughts” a week, plus there are unsplit full-length episodes of GCC and more, so if you want to support the show and get more content, check it out at http://patreon.com/genuinechitchat
In the previous episode of GCC (188) Mike spoke with BZ The Voice & Tonya Todd about their connection with God. BZ & Tonya define their own religious/spiritual beliefs, BZ talks about being inquisitive, Tonya & BZ explore attributing achievements to God while still putting the effort in and listening for God’s guidance.
They also explain explaining how & where their current relationship with God started, how they perceive God, when they feel closest to God, combating adversity, favourite “religion” places and so much more!
Outro read by BZ The Voice: http://bzthevoice.com
Find Mike’s other show; Star Wars: Comics In Canon on Spotify & the other podcast apps on the feed of Comics In Motion or on GCC’s YouTube channel. Episodes are out every Saturday; episodes 0-123 are out now, in ep 123, Mike delved into Hidden Empire 3, the week before was a book review of the High Republic novel Convergence and in ep 122, Mike tackled the second batch of Hidden Empire comics! Previous episodes include the War Of The Bounty Hunters & Crimson Reign crossovers, every other canon Star Wars comic by Marvel, the Journals of Old Ben Kenobi, full High Republic coverage (book reviews & comics) & much more - https://podfollow.com/comicsinmotion
Mike recently guested on:
Stevie B’s Star Wars Podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/McbWHBMZQxM
Indie Comics Spotlight to talk Miracleman Books 1-4: https://pod.fo/e/156d91
Ike’s Flame podcast to talk about The High Republic here: https://pod.fo/e/143ce4
Instagram – Twitter – Facebook – YouTube – Stitcher – Podbean – Spotify
![#188 P2 – My Journey Connecting With God: Combating Adversity, Accepting Blessings & How We Perceive God With BZ The Voice & Tonya Todd](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog2032264/Ep_188_Pt_2_-_72dpi_SD81dgc_300x300.jpg)
Sunday Mar 19, 2023
Sunday Mar 19, 2023
Discussing the idea of, and one’s connection to, God is the central area of discussion for this episode and Mike is again joined by BZ The Voice and Tonya Todd – “B And The T” or “BZ & Double-T”!
This week, (part 2) the trio’s discussion on God continues, with BZ and Tonya explaining how & where their current relationship with God started, before talking about how they perceive God, when they feel closest to God, combating adversity, favourite “religion” places, why Tonya continues to believe there is a powerful presence in all of ours lives and so much more!
Last week, in part 1, the conversation started with BZ & Tonya defining their own religious/spiritual beliefs and BZ explains why he is so open with his love of God, before Tonya explains her connection with God and asks Mike why he has embarked on so many religious discussions recently. After BZ talks about being inquisitive, Tonya & BZ explore attributing achievements to God while still putting the effort in and listening for God’s guidance.
Previously, BZ has been on episodes 180 & 130 of GCC and Tonya has been on episodes 97, 101, 114, 141 & 172.
For previous episodes focusing around religion, listen to ep 52 (Church Of Satan), 169 & 179 (Radhika Rao; Buddhism) and 186 (Jennifer Stirling; Latter Day Saints).
Previously, BZ has been on episodes 180 & 130 of GCC and Tonya has been on episodes 97, 101, 114, 141 & 172.
For previous episodes focusing around religion, listen to ep 52 (Church Of Satan), 169 & 179 (Radhika Rao; Buddhism) and 186 (Jennifer Stirling; Latter Day Saints).
Find BZ @BZTheVoice and Tonya @MsTonyaTodd on any social media site!
BZ’s Site: https://bzthevoice.com/ - BZ’s narrated audiobook: https://adbl.co/3yPTvXD
BZ’s IMDB: https://imdb.com/name/nm9639335 - BZ’s Facebook Live: https://facebook.com/bzthevoice/videos/3884200931806154 - BZ’s Upcoming Movie Winter Spring Summer Or Fall: https://imdb.com/title/tt24515124/
Tonya’s Site: http://mstonyatodd.com - Tonya’s IMDB: https://imdb.com/name/nm8904672 - The Femme On Collective: https://femmeon.show – Tonya’s Reading On Sonic Salon: https://pod.fo/e/167a27
Sign up to the Pop Culture Collective newsletter (that Mike is a contributor for): https://pccnewsletter.com
The three episodes of the weekly Mandalorian discussion shows (Tonya guests on ep 3) are out now on the podcast feed of Comics In Motion and the video version is on YouTube: https://pod.fo/e/16d52e - https://youtu.be/HiGm8NeIzmU
Check out Mike’s Patreon, where he releases at least 1 episode of his & Megan’s “Afterthoughts” a week, plus there are unsplit full-length episodes of GCC and more, so if you want to support the show and get more content, check it out at http://patreon.com/genuinechitchat
In the previous episode of GCC (186) Mike spoke with Jennifer Stirling-Campbell about her depression journey; from diagnosis to the resolution, how she navigates feeling the “ebb & flow” of the world, her connection with God, importance of music in Jennifer’s family, astrology and more! This conversation is a great way to open your mind & consider alternative perspectives!
Intro & outro read by BZ The Voice: http://bzthevoice.com
Find Mike’s other show; Star Wars: Comics In Canon on Spotify & the other podcast apps on the feed of Comics In Motion or on GCC’s YouTube channel. Episodes are out every Saturday; episodes 0-122 are out now, in ep 122, Mike tackled the second batch of Hidden Empire comics, in the week prior he reviewed Kevin Shinick’s Force Collector and the week before that, Mike delved into the first batch of Hidden Empire comics! Previous episodes include the War Of The Bounty Hunters & Crimson Reign crossovers, every other canon Star Wars comic by Marvel, the Journals of Old Ben Kenobi, full High Republic coverage (book reviews & comics) & much more - https://podfollow.com/comicsinmotion
Mike recently guested on:
Stevie B’s Star Wars Podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/McbWHBMZQxM
Indie Comics Spotlight to talk Miracleman Books 1-4: https://pod.fo/e/156d91
Ike’s Flame podcast to talk about The High Republic here: https://pod.fo/e/143ce4
Instagram – Twitter – Facebook – YouTube – Stitcher – Podbean – Spotify
![#188 P1 – Exploring The Idea Of God: Asking Questions, God’s Voice & “You’ve Gotta Lose To Win” With BZ The Voice & Tonya Todd](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog2032264/Ep_188_Pt_1_-_72dpi_SD66xcy_300x300.jpg)
Sunday Mar 12, 2023
Sunday Mar 12, 2023
Discussing the idea of, and one’s connection to, God is the central area of discussion for this episode and Mike is joined by none other than BZ The Voice and Tonya Todd – “B And The T” or “BZ & Double-T”!
This week, in part 1 (part 2 will be out next week, but is available now on Patreon), the conversation starts by BZ & Tonya defining their own religious/spiritual beliefs and BZ explains why he is so open with his love of God, before Tonya explains her connection with God and asks Mike why he has embarked on so many religious discussions recently. After BZ talks about being inquisitive, Tonya & BZ explore attributing achievements to God while still putting the effort in and listening for God’s guidance.
In part 2 (out next week) the trio’s discussion on God continues, with BZ and Tonya explaining how & where their current relationship with God started, before talking about how they perceive God, when they feel closest to God, combating adversity, favourite “religion” places, why Tonya continues to believe there is a powerful presence in all of ours lives and so much more!
Previously, BZ has been on episodes 180 & 130 of GCC and Tonya has been on episodes 97, 101, 114, 141 & 172.
For previous episodes focusing around religion, listen to ep 52 (Church Of Satan), 169 & 179 (Radhika Rao; Buddhism) and 186 (Jennifer Stirling; Latter Day Saints).
Find BZ @BZTheVoice and Tonya @MsTonyaTodd on any social media site!
BZ’s Site: https://bzthevoice.com/ - BZ’s narrated audiobook: https://adbl.co/3yPTvXD
BZ’s IMDB: https://imdb.com/name/nm9639335 - BZ’s Facebook Live: https://facebook.com/bzthevoice/videos/3884200931806154 - BZ’s Upcoming Movie Winter Spring Summer Or Fall: https://imdb.com/title/tt24515124/
Tonya’s Site: http://mstonyatodd.com - Tonya’s IMDB: https://imdb.com/name/nm8904672 - The Femme On Collective: https://femmeon.show – Tonya’s Reading On Sonic Salon: https://pod.fo/e/167a27
Sign up to the Pop Culture Collective newsletter (that Mike is a contributor for): https://pccnewsletter.com
The first & second episodes of the weekly Mandalorian discussion shows are out now on the podcast feed of Comics In Motion and the video version is on YouTube: https://pod.fo/e/16b5dd - https://youtu.be/ux9JpP6VDmM
Mike, Maff & Dave’s new show; Rebels Reviewed is out now, listen on any podcast app or watch on YouTube: https://pod.fo/e/166659 - https://youtu.be/oVXItTYLe68
Check out Mike’s Patreon, where he releases at least 1 episode of his & Megan’s “Afterthoughts” a week, plus there are unsplit full-length episodes of GCC and more, so if you want to support the show and get more content, check it out at http://patreon.com/genuinechitchat
To hear to a free Patreon episode, check out the first in Mike & Megan’s Tom Hanks watch here: https://bit.ly/TomHanks1
In the previous episode of GCC (186) Mike spoke with Jennifer Stirling-Campbell about her depression journey; from diagnosis to the resolution, how she navigates feeling the “ebb & flow” of the world, her connection with God, importance of music in Jennifer’s family, astrology and more! This conversation is a great way to open your mind & consider alternative perspectives!
Intro & outro read by BZ The Voice: http://bzthevoice.com
Find Mike’s other show; Star Wars: Comics In Canon on Spotify & the other podcast apps on the feed of Comics In Motion or on GCC’s YouTube channel. Episodes are out every Saturday; episodes 0-122 are out now, in ep 122, Mike tackled the second batch of Hidden Empire comics, in the week prior he reviewed Kevin Shinick’s Force Collector and the week before that, Mike delved into the first batch of Hidden Empire comics! Previous episodes include the War Of The Bounty Hunters & Crimson Reign crossovers, every other canon Star Wars comic by Marvel, the Journals of Old Ben Kenobi, full High Republic coverage (book reviews & comics) & much more - https://podfollow.com/comicsinmotion
Mike recently guested on:
Stevie B’s Star Wars Podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/McbWHBMZQxM
Indie Comics Spotlight to talk Miracleman Books 1-4: https://pod.fo/e/156d91
Ike’s Flame podcast to talk about The High Republic here: https://pod.fo/e/143ce4
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![#187 – Knowing George Lucas & Writing Force Collector: Franchise Detours, The Disney Era, History & Making Star Wars Relatable With Kevin Shinick](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog2032264/Ep_187_-_72dpi_SDbnrju_300x300.jpg)
Sunday Mar 05, 2023
Sunday Mar 05, 2023
Kevin Shinick; author, actor, producer & history buff joins Mike for an extra-special episode, where Kevin’s Star Wars book Force Collector, his time with George Lucas, the MCU, history and more is discussed!
In more detail, after introducing himself, Kevin talks about the project he worked on with George Lucas before the Disney takeover; Star Wars: Detours and why it was never released, before discussing how George Lucas works as a filmmaker & content creator and how each of the trilogies differ & why. This leads onto talking about the MCU, audiences and franchises as a whole. The remainder of their conversation primarily focuses on Kevin’s Star Wars book: Force Collector, including how Kevin’s love of history impacted the writing of this novel, how he got to write it, what elements he had to change (due to Rise of Skywalker), why it may not have sold as well as other books, and other related topics! Towards the end, Kevin also talks about what’s to come in his future, including an animated series, comics and more!
Mike has also released his review of Kevin Shinick’s book: Force Collector, listen here: https://pod.fo/e/169f2f
Kevin’s Site: https://kevinshinick.com – Twitter & IG: @KevinShinick
Kevin’s appearance on the Jedi Talk Podcast (in 2020): https://spoti.fi/3mmsCY9
The first episode of the weekly Mandalorian discussion shows is out now on the podcast feed of Comics In Motion and the video version is on YouTube: https://pod.fo/e/169f2e - https://youtu.be/r96T3DeOnDU
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Mike, Maff & Dave’s new show; Rebels Reviewed is out now, listen on any podcast app or watch on YouTube: https://pod.fo/e/166659 - https://youtu.be/oVXItTYLe68
Check out Mike’s Patreon, where he releases at least 1 episode of his & Megan’s “Afterthoughts” a week, plus there are unsplit full-length episodes of GCC and more, so if you want to support the show and get more content, check it out at http://patreon.com/genuinechitchat
To hear to a free Patreon episode, check out the first in Mike & Megan’s Tom Hanks watch here: https://bit.ly/TomHanks1
In the previous episode of GCC (186) Mike spoke with Jennifer Stirling-Campbell about her depression journey; from diagnosis to the resolution, how she navigates feeling the “ebb & flow” of the world, her connection with God, importance of music in Jennifer’s family, astrology and more! This conversation is a great way to open your mind & consider alternative perspectives!
Outro read by BZ The Voice: http://bzthevoice.com
Find Mike’s other show; Star Wars: Comics In Canon on Spotify & the other podcast apps on the feed of Comics In Motion or on GCC’s YouTube channel. Episodes are out every Saturday; episodes 0-121 are out now, in ep 121 Mike delves into the first batch of Hidden Empire comics, in ep 120 Mike tackled the mysterious Revelations one-shot and in ep 119 Mike went into Darth Vader comics where he finds himself face-to-face with Padmé’s double; Sabé! Previous episodes include the War Of The Bounty Hunters & Crimson Reign crossovers, every other canon Star Wars comic by Marvel, the Journals of Old Ben Kenobi, full High Republic coverage (book reviews & comics) & much more - https://podfollow.com/comicsinmotion
Mike recently guested on:
Stevie B’s Star Wars Podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/McbWHBMZQxM
Indie Comics Spotlight to talk Miracleman Books 1-4: https://pod.fo/e/156d91
Ike’s Flame podcast to talk about The High Republic here: https://pod.fo/e/143ce4
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![#186 – Helping Myself Cure My “Genetic” Depression: Taking Responsibility, Higher Power And The Ebb & Flow Of The World With Jennifer Campbell-Stirling](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog2032264/Ep_186_-_72dpi_SD9gxts_300x300.jpg)
Sunday Feb 26, 2023
Sunday Feb 26, 2023
In this episode, Jennifer Campbell-Stirling reveals her battles with depression, her relationship with God, how her important music is to her family (including violinist Lindsey Stirling, her sister) and more!
In further detail, Jennifer starts by explaining what her depression journey; from diagnosis to the resolution, how her relationships with people have changed over time (including her husband) and how she navigates feeling the “ebb & flow” of the world. Jennifer then explains her connection with God and how shame is a major pitfall of religion. The conversation turns to the importance of music in Jennifer’s family (including her sister Lindsey and their grandmother) before Jennifer talks about astrology and how she uses it to help elements her life – all of these things and more are discussed in the conversation, it’s a great discussion to open your mind & consider alternative perspectives!
Jennifer’s website: https://ImAquarius.com – Instagram: @ImAquariusJen – Facebook.com/ImAquariusJen
Jennifer’s Grandma’s music is found here: https://lindseystirlingsheetmusic.com/grandma-stirlings-songs/
Jennifer also performances in the choir/orchestra organization called Millennial Choirs and Orchestras, she played trumpet on several of their albums: https://www.millennial.org
Link to the Heart Math Institute Jennifer mentioned: https://heartmath.org
Sign up to the Pop Culture Collective newsletter (that Mike is a contributor for): https://pccnewsletter.com
Mike, Maff & Dave’s new show; Rebels Reviewed is out now, listen on any podcast app or watch on YouTube: https://pod.fo/e/166659 - https://youtu.be/oVXItTYLe68
Check out Mike’s Patreon, where he releases at least 1 episode of his & Megan’s “Afterthoughts” a week, plus there are unsplit full-length episodes of GCC and more, so if you want to support the show and get more content, check it out at http://patreon.com/genuinechitchat
To hear to a free Patreon episode, check out the first in Mike & Megan’s Tom Hanks watch here: https://bit.ly/TomHanks1
In the previous episode of GCC (185) featured incredibly important subject matter that many individuals (especially males) know surprisingly little about; pregnancy & childbirth – we have two women who have give their pregnancy stories; Ria Carrogan & Alyson Shelton, plus 3 accounts from others that Mike reads aloud. The trio is also joined by Megan and the four discuss sex education, pregnancy & birthing complications, strange cravings, lightning crotch and more!
Intro & outro read by BZ The Voice: http://bzthevoice.com
Find Mike’s other show; Star Wars: Comics In Canon on Spotify & the other podcast apps on the feed of Comics In Motion or on GCC’s YouTube channel. Episodes are out every Saturday; episodes 0-121 are out now, in ep 121 Mike delves into the first batch of Hidden Empire comics, in ep 120 Mike tackled the mysterious Revelations one-shot and in ep 119 Mike went into Darth Vader comics where he finds himself face-to-face with Padmé’s double; Sabé! Previous episodes include the War Of The Bounty Hunters & Crimson Reign crossovers, every other canon Star Wars comic by Marvel, the Journals of Old Ben Kenobi, full High Republic coverage (book reviews & comics) & much more - https://podfollow.com/comicsinmotion
Mike recently guested on:
Stevie B’s Star Wars Podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/McbWHBMZQxM
Indie Comics Spotlight to talk Miracleman Books 1-4: https://pod.fo/e/156d91
Ike’s Flame podcast to talk about The High Republic here: https://pod.fo/e/143ce4
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