The Totally Legitimate Business Podcast
Episodes
Foley Sound, Analog Gear & the Future of Audio Engineering | Mitch Kluge | Episode 158
22 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 158 of The TLB Podcast, James speaks with musician, audio engineer, and longtime friend Mitch Kluge for a conversation about foley audio, s...
UFO’s, Esotericism, and Consciousness: Lifting the Lamp | Frater Eleftheria | Episode 157
15 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when UFO research, occult history, and intelligence agencies start appearing in the same conversation?On Episode 157 of The TLB Podcast, ...
AI Is About to Completely Reshape Human Work: The Ethics of Disruption | Jacob Pierce | Episode 156
09 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 156 of The TLB Podcast, James welcomes electrical and AI engineer Jacob Pierce of Vortex Computation for a wide-ranging exploration of arti...
The Skate Park Built on Toxic Ground | Dan Pheo & Eric Hecker | Episode 155
02 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 155 of The TLB Podcast, James welcomes Dan Pheo and Eric Hecker for an exploration of the history, creativity, and underground legacy of Lo...
Rosicrucian History and Spiritual Inquiry | Ronnie Pontiac | Episode 154
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 154 of The TLB Podcast, James welcomes back author and researcher Ronnie Pontiac to discuss his two new books, The Rosicrucian Countercultu...
Cartography, Language, and the Voynich Manuscript: Eels, Slime, and Maritime Trade | Doireann Herold | Episode 153
13 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 153 of The TLB Podcast, James welcomes back researcher Doireann Herold for Part Two of their deep dive into the mysteries of the Voynich ma...
Is Privacy Now Illegal? Inside the Tornado Cash Verdict | Preston Van Loon | Episode 152
09 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 152 of The TLB Podcast, James is joined by Preston Van Loon to explore how the precedent set by The Tornado Cash verdict isn’t just about...
Fixing The Game: NBA Scandals, Sports Betting & Corruption | Erik Henkelman | Episode 151
02 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 151 of The TLB Podcast, James welcomes back Erik Henkelman for a look into the dark history — and uncertain future — of sports betting ...
Yes, Repeat, No: Exploring the Complexity of Juliano Mer-Khamis | Michael Moshe Dahan | Episode 150
26 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 150 of The TLB Podcast, James sits down with Israeli-American filmmaker Michael Moshe Dahan for a thoughtful, nuanced conversation about fi...
Ultrasound: The Intense Vibrations of Medical Physics | Michael Pridmore | Episode 149
19 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 149 of The TLB Podcast, James welcomes back Michael Pridmore for a deep dive into the rapidly evolving world of ultrasound technology in mo...
On the Fringe: Terrorism, Extremism & Radicalization in America | Chris Verga | Episode 148
12 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 148 of The TLB Podcast, James is joined once again by author, historian, and educator, Chris Verga, for a sober, unfiltered examination of ...
Where Creativity Comes From: Jung, Alchemy, Symbols & the Unconscious | MJ Dorian | Episode 147
05 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 147 of The TLB Podcast, James is joined by MJ Dorian, creator of the Creative Codex Podcast, for a wide-ranging conversation on creativity,...
The Lost Connection: Sumerian Bloodlines, Egyptian Myths, and UFOs | Peter Goodgame | Episode 146
29 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 146 of The TLB Podcast, James is joined by researcher of ancient cultures Peter Goodgame for a wide-ranging exploration of Sumerian and Egy...
Metal and Memes: Internet Culture and the Nashville Heavy Music Scene | Sam Schneider | Episode 145
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 145 of The TLB Podcast, James welcomes longtime friend and Nashville metal scene legend Sam Schneider, also known as Sammy Slamdance — a ...
Watering Dead Plants: The Creative Synergy of Remote Collaboration | Hani and Justin of ‘Counters and Feelers’ | Episode 144
15 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 144 of The TLB Podcast, James sits down with Hani Latif and Justin Kellner of Counters and Feelers, to talk about their long-awaited debut ...
Danza V: The Future of The Tony Danza Tapdance Extravaganza | Layne Meylain, Eric Burngruber, and Josh Travis | Episode 143
08 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 143 of The TLB Podcast, James is joined by all three guitarists of The Tony Danza Tapdance Extravaganza — Layne Meylain, Eric Burngruber,...
Using Your Voice: Voice Acting, Audio Engineering, and Parenting | Jeff Tinnean | Episode 142
01 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 142 of The TLB Podcast, James welcomes long-time friend and voice actor Jeff Tinnean for a deep and honest conversation about creativity, d...
Nazis of Long Island: LI’s Hidden History of Sedition and Espionage | Chris Verga | Episode 141
24 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 141 of The TLB Podcast, James welcomes back Chris Verga to discuss his new book, Nazis of Long Island: Sedition, Espionage and the Plot Aga...
The Philosophical Mind: Exploring the Wrinkles of Reality | Skyler Mathis | Episode 140
17 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 140 of The TLB Podcast, James speaks with Skyler Mathis, host of The Philosophical Minds Podcast, for a deep dive into the intersections of...
Making it Perfect: Life, Art, and the Pursuit of Perfection | Ryan Rado | Episode 139
10 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 139 of The TLB Podcast, James speaks with Ryan Rado, artist, musician, and host of Make It Perfect, about what it means to chase perfection...
The Phenomenon: UFO’s, Secrecy, and Skepticism | Jason Samosa | Episode 138
26 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 138 of The TLB Podcast, James speaks with Jason Samosa, an explorer of the UFO phenomenon, to unravel how belief, skepticism, and secrecy s...
A Dark Truth: MKULTRA’s Hidden Impact on Society | Grey | Episode 137
19 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 137 of The TLB Podcast, James speaks with Grey, a survivor and experiencer of MKUltra-style behavioral modification programs, and the creat...
The Joy of Horror: From Hell House LLC to Locations | Gore Abrams & Danny Bellini | Episode 136
12 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 136 of The TLB Podcast, James speaks with Gore Abrams and Danny Bellini about their creative partnership and the making of their new horror...
Unlocking Consciousness: The Vagus Nerve and Ultrasound | Sterling Cooley | Episode 135
28 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 135 of The TLB Podcast, James speaks with Sterling Cooley about the cutting edge of Medical Science, exploring the role of the vagus nerve,...
In-Q-Tel: The CIA’s Investment Firm | Magnum ( @TheSwervePodcast ) | Episode 134
07 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 134 of The TLB Podcast, James Oliva welcomes back Magnum of The Swerve Podcast to explore In-Q-Tel, the CIA's venture capital arm. The...
Esotericism, Egypt & the Modern Search for Truth | Ike Baker | Episode 133
31 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 133 of The TLB Podcast, James welcomes back Ike Baker for a wide-ranging conversation on esotericism, spirituality, and modern belief syste...
Under the Skin: Nashville, Tattooing, & Creative Outlets | Blake Owens | Episode 132
24 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 132 of The TLB Podcast, James speaks with Nashville tattoo artist Blake Owens about his journey into the trade, opening his own shop in Gre...
Failed Tech & Future Energy: Betamax, Google Glass, Segway & LENR | Jason Kocher | Episode 131
17 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 131 of The Totally Legitimate Business Podcast, James welcomes back Jason Kocher for a deep dive into the hype vs. reality of emerging tech...
A Vision of Health: MRI & Medical Imaging Innovations | Dr. Michael Pridmore | Episode 130
10 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 130 of The TLB Podcast, James and returning guest Dr. Michael Pridmore, resident MRI expert and medical physicist, explore the fascinating ...
Bell Labs: Innovation, Ethics & the Telecom Revolution | Jon Gertner | Episode 129
03 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 129 of The TLB Podcast, James sits down with New York Times journalist Jon Gertner—author of The Idea Factory: Bell Labs and the Great Ag...
Mortuary Science: Beyond the Funeral Home | Dave Gashaw | Episode 128
27 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 128 of The TLB Podcast, James reconnects with Dave Gashaw— vocalist and crematory operator—to explore life in the funeral business. Fro...
UFOs, Disinformation & AI: Parsing Truth in the Digital Age | Jeremy Rys | Episode 127
20 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 127 of The TLB Podcast, James chats with Jeremy Rys—the “Alien Scientist”—to unpack UFO conspiracies, counterintelligence operation...
Astrology, Symbols & Self-Evolution: Ancient Practices Today | Ronnie Pontiac | Episode 126
13 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 126 of The TLB Podcast, James welcomes Ronnie Pontiac back to the show, to trace astrology’s symbolic history and modern-day relevance. F...
The RFK Assassination: CIA, Hypnosis & Media Manipulation | Lisa Pease | Episode 125
06 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 125 of The TLB Podcast, James interviews author and RFK assassination expert Lisa Pease, and the pair get into the tangled conspiracy theor...
Spectrochrome Light Therapy & Frequency Healing | Steve Ross | Episode 124
29 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 124 of The TLB Podcast, James speaks with Steven Ross to explore the world of Spectrochrome light therapy, the history and science of color...
Existential Risk, AI Ethics & Fungal Communication | Gabriel Torch | Episode 123
22 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 123 of The TLB Podcast, James Oliva speaks with scientist and science communicator Gabriel Torch ( @bearbaitofficial ) to discuss the reali...
From CIA Analyst to Artist: The Creative Transformation | Jessica Elder | Episode 122
15 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 122 of The TLB Podcast, James speaks with visual artist and former CIA analyst Jessica Elder to explore her journey out of the intelligence...
XR Creations, Anxiety & Real Connection in Digital Spaces | Caleb Eubanks | Episode 121
08 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 121 of The TLB Podcast, James speaks with XR producer and AI-marketing specialist Caleb Eubanks about growing up in Nebraska, navigating an...
Exploring Classified Sites: Creativity Meets Mystery | Anders Otteson | Episode 120
01 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 120 of The TLB Podcast, James speaks with nomadic explorer Anders Otteson of Uncanny Expeditions to discuss van life, classified "blac...
Orgone Energy & Electromagnetic Health: From Skeptic to Experimenter | Jay Chase | Episode 119
25 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 119 of The TLB Podcast, James speaks with Jay Chase of Orgone Amplifiers to explore orgone energy, his journey from skepticism to experimen...
3D Printing, Cosplay & Creative Design | Mauro Balcazar | Episode 118
18 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 118 of The TLB Podcast, James speaks with multi-medium artist Mauro Balcazar about his journey from early influences to professional design...
Audio Engineering, Studio Vibe & Music Production | Chris Wilkinson | Episode 117
11 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 117 of The TLB Podcast, James Oliva talks with Grammy-winning engineer/producer Chris Wilkinson about launching Balcony Recording Company, ...
NASA Earth Science, Oceanography, & Science Communication | Laura Tenenbaum | Episode 116
04 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 116 of The TLB Podcast, James speaks with NASA science communicator Laura Faye Tenenbaum about Earth science and climate work, oceanography...
Event Production, Audio Engineering & Music Industry Lessons | Josh Gannet | Episode 115
27 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 115 of The TLB Podcast, James sits down with audio engineer and event production expert Josh Gannet to discuss his path from bands to big-s...
Constructed Languages, Cultural Exchange & Linguistics | Ben Norton | Episode 114
20 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 114 of The TLB Podcast, James talks with linguist and creator Ben Norton about building the Nurama and Omati languages, the parallels betwe...
Engineering Experiments, Science Content & LENR | Jason Kocher | Episode 113
13 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 113 of The TLB Podcast, James talks with engineer and entrepreneur Jason Kocher about making science engaging online, the balance between r...
Genuine Human Connection: Authenticity vs Tech in Entertainment | Mo Motaleb | Episode 112
06 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 112 of The TLB Podcast, Mo Motaleb returns to talk high-profile live events, balancing technology with humanity, the culture shift toward g...
Cult Dynamics: Bad Groups, Capitalism & Coercion | Daniella Mestyanek Young | The TLB Pod 111
30 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 111 of The TLB Podcast, James talks with Daniella Mestyanek Young (veteran, organizational psychologist, cult survivor) about recognizing h...
A Diddy Deep Dive: Trauma, Fame, Lawsuits & Accountability | Dakota McCormick | Episode 110
24 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 110 of The TLB Podcast, Dakota McCormick returns to unpack Diddy’s life—childhood trauma, industry rise, allegations and legal troubles...
Disclosure, Whistleblowers & Skepticism: JFK, MKUltra, Remote Viewing | Eric Hecker | Episode 109
17 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 109 of The TLB Podcast, Eric Hecker returns to discuss whistleblowers, national security vs. disclosure, the JFK files, MKUltra’s influen...
Royal R. Rife: Frequency, Microscopy & Medicine | Dr. Steven Ross | Episode 108
10 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 108 of The TLB Podcast, Dr. Steven Ross examines the life and legacy of Royal R. Rife—his inventions, the controversies, scientific princ...
The Voynich Manuscript: Linguistics, Cryptography & Authorship | Doireann Herold | Episode 107
03 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
*SPOILER ALERT FOR THOSE CURRENTLY TRANSLATING THE VOYNICH MANUSCRIPT*On Episode 107 of The TLB Podcast, James and returning guest Doireann Herold ana...
I Like What I’m Smearing — Adventures in Grindcore | Clint Gee | Episode 106
24 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 106 of The TLB Podcast, James Oliva welcomes back Clint Gee to discuss his new grindcore band, Smearing. They explore the creative process ...
Genealogy & Ancestral Healing: Discovering Family History | Aryn Youngless | Episode 105
17 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 105 of The TLB Podcast, James speaks with genealogist Aryn Youngless about the therapeutic benefits of understanding one’s roots, navigat...
JFK Files Declassification, CIA & Media Narratives | James DiEugenio | Episode 104
10 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 104, James interviews writer and researcher James DiEugenio about updates on the remaining JFK documents, plots against Kennedy, Oswald’s...
Practical Esotericism: Music, Mysteries & Personal Growth | Ike Baker | The TLB Pod 103
03 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 103, James is joined by author and historian Ike Baker to discuss A Formless Fire, lecturing at sacred sites, music’s geometric/spiritual...
The Secret History of Long Island | Eric Hecker | The TLB Pod
27 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this special edition of The TLB Podcast, James is joined once again by Antarctica whistleblower Eric Hecker for a deep dive into the strange and hi...
God Complex: The Legacy of Eugenics on Long Island | Mark Torres | Episode 102
20 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 102, attorney and author Mark Torres discusses his book Long Island and the Legacy of Eugenics: Station of Intolerance—covering the movem...
Playing With Fire: Stunt Performance, Safety & AI in Film | Will Bennett | Episode 101
13 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 101, professional stunt performer Will Bennett joins James to cover the craft of fire burns, training beyond Hollywood, trust and teamwork,...
First-Hand Experience: Antarctica, Disclosure & Psychological Warfare | Eric Hecker | Episode 100
06 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 100 of The TLB Podcast, James speaks with Antarctica whistleblower Eric Hecker. They explore Long Island’s historical significance in avi...
Tonus Veritatis – Sound Healing & Solfeggio Frequencies | SenorMusica81 | Episode 99
23 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 99 of The TLB Podcast, James speaks with @SenorMusica_81 exploring his experiments with sound, vibration, and the solfeggio-influenced mu...
The Verified Report: UAP Disclosure, Skepticism & Media Culture | Stephanie Wilson | Episode 98
16 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 98 of The TLB Podcast, James speaks with Stephanie Wilson, curator of The Verified Report. They explore recent developments in the UAP/UFO ...
Food, Communities & Ancient Structures: Stonehenge to Gobekli Tepe | Doireann Herold | Episode 97
09 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 97 of The TLB Podcast, James speaks with Doireann Herold (TikTok: @blesst_butt) about a fresh take on ancient sites like Stonehenge, Newgra...
Long Island’s Nuclear Past: Journalism, Cover-Ups & Community Health | Karl Grossman | Episode 96
02 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 96 of The TLB Podcast, James talks with investigative journalist and environmental advocate Karl Grossman about his decades of journalism o...
Sound as a Catalyst: Frequency, Cymatics & Pyramid Acoustics | John Stuart Reid | Episode 95
25 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 95 of The TLB Podcast, James talks with acoustic physics scientist John Stuart Reid about how sound shapes life—his awakening in the Grea...
Long Island’s Hidden Histories: Aviation, Espionage & Innovation | Christopher Verga | Episode 94
18 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 94 of The TLB Podcast, historian and educator Christopher Verga joins James to uncover often-overlooked stories from Long Island’s legacy...
Strategic Veteran: Psychedelic Healing , Leadership, & Mindfulness | Adam Peters | Episode 93
11 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 93 of The TLB Podcast, James speaks with Adam Peters—The Strategic Veteran—about his journey from military service to entrepreneurship,...
A Lifetime of Adventures: Music, Live Events & Joy | Donnie Graves | Episode 92
04 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 92 of The TLB Podcast, James interviews entertainment industry legend Donnie Graves, exploring his career from early music fandom to entrep...
Spreading the Good News: DJ Life, Positivity & Digital Evolution | Dallas Jackson | Episode 91
28 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 91 of The TLB Podcast, James its down with Dallas Jackson, DJ Mr. Good News, to trace his rise from music enthusiast to DJ entrepreneur, na...
The Retired Spy: Behavioral Analysis & Communication Skills | JJ Brun | Episode 90
21 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 90 of The TLB Podcast, James interviews retired Canadian intelligence operative JJ Brun about applying behavioral analysis to everyday comm...
Children of Production: Youth Empowerment Through Music | Ron Tyson & Ian Brown | Episode 89
14 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 89, James talks with Ron Tyson and Ian Brown from Children of Production about launching and growing a youth music nonprofit, mentorship, c...
NFT Communities & The Future of Digital Art | Kiwi (Collectr, uwucrew) | Episode 88
07 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 88, James sits down with Kiwi to cover the path from ETH dev to NFTs, building global artist communities, misconceptions around crypto, and...
Remote Metal Collabs, DIY Production & Social Growth | Taskkill | Episode 87
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 87, James hosts Taskkill to discuss experimental metal, the DIY ethos, remote collaboration, live show realities, influences and guilty ple...
Alternate Realities: Audio Storytelling, Voice Acting & Sound Design | James Oliva | Episode 86
23 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 86, James is joined by… James Oliva—for a meta deep-dive into audio drama, voice acting, sound design, creative process, uncompromising...
DARPA’s Asymmetric Defense: Biohybrids, Neurotech & Future Warfare | The Swerve Podcast | Episode 85
16 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 85 of The TLB Podcast, James Oliva is joined by Izzo and Magnum of The Swerve Podcast to explore DARPA’s role in pioneering asymmetric de...
The Rules of the Game: Affidavits, Civic Action & Legal Literacy | Kirk Beck | Episode 84
09 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 84 of The TLB Podcast, James welcomes educator and political activist Kirk Beck, who discusses using affidavits to challenge mandates and t...
Skull and Bones: American Power, Conspiracy & Espionage | Dave Gashaw | Episode 83
02 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 83 of The TLB Podcast, James welcomes back Dave Gashaw to delve into Skull and Bones, Yale’s most infamous secret society. They discuss i...
Sound Advice: Sound, Vibration & Healing | Mandara Cromwell | Episode 82
26 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 82 of The TLB Podcast, James speaks with Mandara Cromwell, CEO of Cyma Technologies. They discuss her influences in architecture, music, an...
Arcane Delights: An Intro to Western Esotericism | Ike Baker | Episode 81
19 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 81 of The TLB Podcast, James speaks with Ike Baker of Arcanvm about his introduction to esoteric and occult subjects, contextualizing Weste...
Art, Science & Creativity: Design, UFO Culture & Anomalous Sounds | Daniele Auber | Episode 80
12 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 80 of The TLB Podcast, James talks with film industry concept designer and VFX artist Daniele Auber about merging art and science to fuel c...
Encounters: Paranormal Book Club Return | Kaylin Boosalis | Episode 79
05 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 79 of The TLB Podcast, James welcomes back Kaylin Boosalis for the return of the Paranormal Book Club. They dive into Encounters by Diana W...
Life Is A Video Game: From VFX to Gaming in Film & Tech | James F | Episode 78
29 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 78 of The TLB Podcast, James speaks with longtime friend and film/video game professional James F. They explore his path from Nebraska to L...
It All Starts with a Dream: Transmedium Guidance & Dream Libraries | Dr. Steven Ross | Episode 77
22 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 77 of The TLB Podcast, James is joined by author and esoteric librarian Dr. Steven Ross. They explore his early experiences with dream guid...
A Lesson in Geometry: Sacred Symbolism Hidden in Plain Sight | Scott Onstott | Episode 76
15 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 76 of The TLB Podcast, James is joined by architect, author, and documentarian Scott Onstott to explore hidden geometric patterns in cities...
Look to the Stars: To the Stars Academy, Disclosure & Media Influence | Daniel Oglesby | Episode 75
08 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 75 of The TLB Podcast, James is joined once again by Daniel Oglesby to explore Tom DeLonge’s To The Stars Academy—its timeline, governm...
Let’s Get Metaphysical: Esoteric Colonial America & Mystery Traditions | Ronnie Pontiac | Episode 74
01 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 74 of The TLB Podcast, James Oliva welcomes author, musician, and documentarian Ronnie Pontiac for a deep dive into esoteric colonial Ameri...
A World of Illusion: Truth & Deception in the Modern Age | Mike Moshman | Episode 73
24 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 73 of The TLB Podcast, James welcomes back Mike Moshman to revisit the significance of the Titan Submersible anniversary, the reach of Star...
Audit Wizards: The Future of Digital Culture | Brendan Shankshaft & Joe Van Loon | Episode 72
17 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 72 of The TLB Podcast, James is joined by Brendan Shankshaft and Joe Van Loon of AuditWare to explore their flagship product, “Audit Wiza...
"Civil War" Review: A24’s Dystopian Reflection on America | Danny Bellini | Episode 71
07 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 71 of The TLB Podcast, James is joined by Danny Bellini to review A24’s film Civil War, a dystopian portrayal of a fractured future Ameri...
Since We Were Young: Embracing Audio, Events & the Road | Evan Anderson | Episode 70
03 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 70 of The TLB Podcast, longtime friend and certified road warrior Evan Anderson joins James to explore the thrill of live events, an enduri...
The Making of Totally Legitimate Eclipse: Capturing Totality Midair | Preston Van Loon | Episode 69
17 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 69 of The TLB Podcast, James and Preston Van Loon dive deep into the making of their special eclipse episode, Totally Legitimate Eclipse. T...
Mysterious Planetary Objects: Second Sun, Planet 9 & Nibiru | Ben Holmes | Episode 68
13 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 68 of The TLB Podcast, James welcomes back Ben Holmes to explore the surge in "Second Sun" sightings circulating online, the scie...
Noah’s Ark: Ron Wyatt’s Unusual Discoveries in Turkey | Paul Estrada | Episode 67
29 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 67 of The TLB Podcast, James welcomes Paul Estrada on location from Texas to examine the unusual archaeological claims of Ron Wyatt near Mo...
The Ratlines: Nazi Escape Routes After WWII | Dave Gashaw | Episode 66
22 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 66 of The TLB Podcast, James shares the mic with Dave Gashaw to investigate the "ratlines"—the clandestine escape routes used b...
Dulce, NM: Underground Bases & Cattle Mutilations | Tyler Walker | Episode 65
15 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 65 of The TLB Podcast, James is joined by long time friend Tyler Walker for an in-depth exploration of the alleged government facility bene...
“Quiet On Set”: The Dark Side of ‘90s Kids TV | Dakota McCormick | Episode 64
01 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 64 of The TLB Podcast, James welcomes back Dakota McCormick to discuss the bombshell documentary Quiet On Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV. Th...
Creative Persistence: Art, Authenticity & Sound | MOWRI | Episode 63
25 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 63 of The TLB Podcast, James welcomes good friend and prolific creative force MOWRI. They discuss MOWRI’s diverse artistic endeavors, str...
The Book Club: True Detective, Boeing & Reading Habits | Sam Salem & Ian Brown | Episode 62
18 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 62 of The TLB Podcast, James is joined by Sam Salem and Ian Brown for a conversational deep-dive covering the latest season of True Detecti...
Secrets of the South Pole: Neutrinos, Lasers & Other Mysteries | Dr. Michael Pridmore | Episode 61
11 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 61 of The TLB Podcast, Michael Pridmore returns to join James in an exploration of Antarctica’s secrets—from neutrino detectors and sub...
High Stakes Art: Creative Inspiration & Niche Aesthetics | The Neon Goblin | Episode 60
04 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 60 of The TLB Podcast, James hosts enigmatic street artist The Neon Goblin to discuss sources of inspiration, the discipline of creating in...