The Totally Legitimate Business Podcast
Episodes
Sing A Song: Musicality, Mentorship & Drumming | Ian Brown | Episode 59
26 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 59 of The TLB Podcast, James is joined once again by Ian Brown. They explore the nuances of musicality and delve into the trials and reward...
McKamey Manor Unraveled: Haunted House Horror & Internet Lore | Mike Moshman | Episode 58
19 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 58 of The TLB Podcast, Mike Moshman returns to share the chilling story of McKamey Manor—the notorious "haunted house" created ...
Say the Quiet Part Out Loud: Self-Publishing Emo Music History | Will Ramsey | Episode 57
29 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 57 of The TLB Podcast, James sits down with author and Emo music historian Will Ramsey (MyEmoDiaries) to explore his path into the Emo genr...
Surf Dudes With Attitude: "California Dreams" & 90s Nostalgia | Zac Fable & Peat Rains | Episode 56
22 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 56 of The TLB Podcast, James hosts longtime friends Zac Fable (Fable Cry) and Peat Rains (You Bred Raptors?) to dive into their new podcast...
Cults of Personality: Extreme Belief, Preppers & Faith’s Strange Pull | Taylor Jensen | Episode 55
15 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 55 of The TLB Podcast, James is joined by Taylor Jensen as they dive into the psychology of cults, the allure of extreme belief systems, th...
The Bohemian Club: Secrets of Bohemian Grove & HD Internet Sleuth's Tour | Ben Holmes | Episode 54
09 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 54 of The TLB Podcast, Ben Holmes returns to peel back the curtain on the enigmatic Bohemian Club and its exclusive retreat, Bohemian Grove...
Go for Mo: Production Realities, Freelance Challenges & Creative Hustle | Mo Motaleb | Episode 53
01 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 53 of The TLB Podcast, James is joined by friend and creative collaborator Mo Motaleb. Together they unpack the highs and lows of productio...
Radio Hour: Horror, Radio Lore & Vampire Psy-Ops | Nick Sessions | Episode 52
25 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 52 of The TLB Podcast, James reconnects with elementary school friend Nick Sessions for a deep dive into horror movies, classic radio shows...
A Big Hairy Secret: Bigfoot Lore, Smell, and UFO Connection | Michael Pridmore | Episode 51
18 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 51 of The TLB Podcast, Michael Pridmore joins James for a wild ride through the world of Bigfoot — from the infamous cryptid's elusi...
Electric Sheep: HAARP, High-Frequency Research & Conspiracy | Dave Gashaw | Episode 50
11 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 50 of The TLB Podcast, Dave Gashaw joins James Oliva for a deep dive into HAARP—the High-Frequency Active Auroral Research Program—and ...
American Cosmic: Alien Lore Meets a Religious Narrative | Kaylin Boosalis | Episode 49
27 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 49 of The TLB Podcast, Kaylin Boosalis returns with the book American Cosmic to unpack the intersections between extraterrestrial lore and ...
Having Fun with AI: AI-Generated Art & Meme Culture | Preston Van Loon | Episode 48
20 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 48 of The TLB Podcast, James and Preston Van Loon dive into the wild world of AI art creation, sharing the most hilarious, absurd, and meme...
Just a Couple of Plebs: Podcasting, Resilience & Good Vibes | The Plebs Podcast | Episode 47
15 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 47 of The TLB Podcast, James is joined by De’Marre and Eamon from The Plebs Podcast. Together, they dive into the world of podcasting—h...
Bob Lazar: The Man, The Myth, The Legend | Daniel Oglesby | Episode 46
06 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 46 of The TLB Podcast, Daniel Oglesby returns to probe one of the most iconic chapters of UFO lore. James and Daniel dissect the enigmatic ...
The Shady Business of Going Fast: F1 Conspiracies | Ian Brown & Sam Salem | Episode 45
30 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 45 of The TLB Podcast, James welcomes back Ian Brown and Sam Salem for a playful dive into the wild world of Formula 1 racing conspiracies....
Art-Shaped Matrix: Modern Creativity & AI Tools | Justin Kellner | Episode 44
23 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 44 of The TLB Podcast, James is joined by multi-medium artist Justin Kellner. They discuss how modern creative production is evolving, the ...
Colonia Dignidad: The Bavarian Village’s Sinister Secrets | Dakota McCormick | Episode 43
16 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 43 of The TLB Podcast, Dakota McCormick returns for a haunting exploration of Colonia Dignidad, a secretive Bavarian-founded compound deep ...
Great Pacific Garbage Patch: Cleanup Paradox & Ocean’s Future | Michael Pridmore | Episode 42
09 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 42 of The TLB Podcast, James welcomes back Michael Pridmore to explore the tragic comedy that is the Great Pacific Garbage Patch. They dive...
Directed Energy Weapons: Exotic Warfare Tech & Invisible Defense | Mike Moshman | Episode 41
02 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 41 of The TLB Podcast, Mike Moshman returns for a deep dive into the world of Directed Energy Weapons (DEWs)—cutting-edge warfare technol...
Sad Aftra: Writer’s Strike, Entertainment Chaos & Union Power | Danny Bellini | Episode 39
25 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 39 of The TLB Podcast, James and returning guest Danny Bellini delve into the ripple effects of the 2023 writer’s strike, examining its i...
Esoteric Origins of the Counterculture | Dr. Narco Longo | Episode 40
19 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 40 of The TLB Podcast, James is joined by Dr. Narco Longo to explore how classic rock, occult teachings, and esoteric philosophies shaped a...
D.U.M.B. Stories: Deep Underground Bases & The Tehran UFO Incident | Ben Holmes | Episode 38
11 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 38 of The TLB Podcast, James is joined by Ben Holmes for a compelling discussion on UAP lore—from the famous Tehran UFO Incident to the c...
Back In The Saddle: Nostalgia & Death Metal | Clint Gee | Episode 37
04 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 37 of The TLB Podcast, James and Clint Gee reconnect to air their grievances and catch up on everything Modern Grievance, riffing on nostal...
USS Scorpion: Cold War Mystery or Military Miscalculation | Sam Salem | Episode 36
28 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 36 of The TLB Podcast, James is joined by best friend and Cold War enthusiast Sam Salem to investigate the enigmatic disappearance of the U...
Hefty Brew: A Brief History of Inebriates | MK | Episode 35
14 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 35 of The TLB Podcast, James hosts mysterious savant MK for a spirited exploration of inebriates through the ages. From ancient brews to cu...
Aliens II: UAP Truths & Conspiracies | One of These Nights | Episode 34
07 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 34 of The TLB Podcast, James welcomes Daniel Oglesby and David Gashaw of the pop-punk duo One of These Nights. Together, they debate the la...
Telecomm: Has Communication Actually Made Us Worse? | Kellen Oleksak | Episode 33
24 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 33 of The TLB Podcast, Kellen Oleksak joins James for a fascinating conversation about the history and future of telecommunications — and...
The Titan: Titan Submersible Tragedy, Media Fallout & Hubris | Mike Moshman | Episode 32
17 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 32 of The TLB Podcast, Mike Moshman sits down with James to dissect the Titan submersible tragedy—analyzing the catastrophic failure of O...
Large Hadron Collider: High Science or Gateway to Other Dimensions | Michael Pridmore | Episode 31
11 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 31 of The TLB Podcast, Michael Pridmore joins James to examine the world’s most powerful particle accelerator—the Large Hadron Collider...
Operation Paperclip: America's Dark Underbelly of Nazi Integration | Dave Gashaw | Episode 30
26 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 30 of The TLB Podcast, James reunites with longtime friend Dave Gashaw for a revealing dive into Operation Paperclip—the covert U.S. prog...
Existential Crises & Hopelessness: Music, Metal & Grievances | Clint Gee | Episode 29
08 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 29 of The TLB Podcast, James and Clint Gee wade into the existential abyss—discussing societal crises, pervasive hopelessness—and how t...
Art Crime: DIY Music, Seattle Scene & Sustainable Creation | Matt Jahn | Episode 28
25 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 28 of The TLB Podcast, Clint Gee and James welcome Matt Jahn (Nurser, Into the Storm) to discuss making music in Seattle through a DIY crea...
Body Brokers: Seattle Music, Death Metal & Mountain Climbing | Biaggo Comeriato | Episode 27
18 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 27 of The TLB Podcast, Clint and James are joined by creative powerhouse Biaggo Comeriato (Noroth and Self-Deprecator). The trio dives into...
The Temple of Set: Initiated Orders, Secret Societies & Esoteric Networks | Ben Holmes | Episode 26
12 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 26 of The TLB Podcast, Clint and James welcome back Ben Holmes for a stroll through memory before veering into deeper territories—unpacki...
Technotopia: Innovation, Dystopia & the Technocratic Treadmill | Episode 25
28 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 25 of The TLB Podcast, Clint and James contemplate the double-edged sword of innovation. They unpack the sleek wonders of our tech-forward ...
The Denver Airport: Vibes, Memories & Conspiracy | Tyler Walker | Episode 24
19 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 24 of The TLB Podcast, Clint and James are joined by longtime friend and resident vibe coordinator Tyler Walker. Together, they share timel...
Stress Test: Finding Meaning in the Weirdness of 2023 | Episode 23
15 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 23 of The TLB Podcast, Clint and James embark on a cultural deep dive—literally stress testing how to find meaning amid the chaos of 2023...
No Particular Direction: Florida Folklore & Lost Civilizations | Episode 22
08 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 22 of The TLB Podcast, Clint and James catch up after an eventful weekend and follow the rabbit hole into high strangeness—exploring a st...
Roberto Calvi: Banking, the P2 Lodge & Vatican Intrigue | Erik Henkelman | Episode 21
28 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
https://tinyurl.com/mva2z9seOn Episode 21 of The TLB Podcast, Clint and James join long-time friend Erik Henkelman for a deep dive into the true story...
Communication: Music Releases & Modern Grievance Updates | Episode 20
22 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 20 of The TLB Podcast, hosts Clint and James dive into the latest Modern Grievance music—highlighting releases from Dripwire, Self Deprec...
MKULTRA: Mind Control, CIA Conspiracies & Culture | Dave Gashaw | Episode 19
08 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 19 of The TLB Podcast, James and Clint welcome back Dave Gashaw (One of These Nights vocalist and crematory operator) for a layered convers...
Iran–Contra Affair: Boxing, Podcasting & Cold War Secrets | Dakota McCormick | Episode 18
01 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 18 of The TLB Podcast, Clint and James are joined by Dakota McCormick (of The Slip and Weave Podcast) for an eclectic blend of conversation...
History: Megaliths, Lost Cultures & Antarctic Wonders | Episode 17
24 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 17 of The TLB Podcast, Clint and James explore humanity's deep history—covering megalithic monuments, the ancient cultures that buil...
Gatekeeping: Music Elitism, Genre Bias & Fan Communities | Episode 16
18 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 16 of The TLB Podcast, Clint and James dive into the tricky topic of gatekeeping in music. They explore elitism across genres, the biases b...
The Niche: Music Industry Beginnings & Finding Your Creative Space | Episode 15
09 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 15 of The TLB Podcast, Clint and James break it down—reflecting on their early music industry experiences, the challenge of carving out a...
New Years Grievances: Resolutions, Therapy & Hope for Humanity | Episode 14
03 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 14 of The TLB Podcast, Clint and James ring in 2023 by diving deep into New Year’s resolutions, the universal need for therapy, and the c...
Medical Grade: Talk Shows, Atoms & Future Tech | Michael Pridmore | Episode 13
27 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 13 of The TLB Podcast, Clint and James are joined by Michael Pridmore for a wide-ranging discussion—from reimagining late-night talk show...
Royals: Inbreeding, Tabloid Obsession & Modern Culture | Episode 12
20 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 12 of The TLB Podcast, hosts Clint and James explore the enduring intrigue surrounding royal families—their notorious inbreeding, the cul...
Origins of Xmas: Holiday Roots, Commercialization & Nostalgia | Episode 11
12 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 11 of The TLB Podcast, Clint and James unwrap the true origins of our favorite seasonal traditions. They trace the historical, cultural, an...
Art vs The Artist: Reconciling Creativity & Controversy | Episode 10
05 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 10 of The TLB Podcast, Clint and James grapple with a timely question: Can you separate the art from the artist? With Kanye West’s recent...
Veganism: Food Scams, Culture, and Post-Thanksgiving Dinner Politics | Episode 09
28 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 9 of The TLB Podcast, Clint and James reconnect after Thanksgiving, dig into the broader topic of veganism, and find themselves in a freewh...
Vintage Formats: Records, Movies, & Modern Story Telling | Danny Bellini | Episode 08
14 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 08 of The TLB Podcast, filmmaker Danny Bellini joins Clint and James for a nostalgic deep dive into analog music media—cassettes, CDs, an...
Modern Grievance: The Compulsive Art of Metal Cassette Culture | Episode 07
07 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 07 of The TLB Podcast, Clint and James reflect on the raw drive behind creating cassette tapes of metal recordings. They explore the tactil...
Dark Art: Horror Movies & Doomsday Scenarios | Episode 06
17 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 06 of The TLB Podcast, Clint and James lean into the spooky season and unpack their favorite horror films, explore doomsday scenarios, and ...
Serial Killers: A Cheery Chat About The Worst of Humanity | Episode 05
11 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 05 of The TLB Podcast, Clint and James engage in an unexpectedly light-hearted discussion about serial killers. They explore true crime nar...
I Want to Believe: Alien Encounters & UAP Lore | Preston Van Loon | Episode 03
20 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 03 of The TLB Podcast, Clint and James are joined by Preston Van Loon for a fascinating exploration into the mysterious world of UFOs, UAPs...