Best Brendan McLeod Podcasts (2025)

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BONUS - Listener Q&A 1:32:02

18h ago1:32:02

1:32:02

We wrap up our coverage of The Prisoner by answering some of your questions. Thanks for listening! --- Matthew's list of Prisoner-alikes: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1olVZvAkpC6qTYzt-XvLE1DNpnZY24lP6rN69BcXgS1g/edit?usp=sharing --- http://the-prisoners-dilemma.com Music by Devin Nelson. http://devindecibel.bandcamp.com Art by Si Sweetman. ht…

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John Yum Yum, with Kimberly Clark 56:53

3d ago56:53

56:53

On this week’s episode, fan favorite, writer/comedian, Kimberly Clark, is back to chat about cruise life, hot young rat boys, passing the conch, and so much more! Listen to Kimberly Clark’s new album, Junior! See Jordan Morris at Galaxy Con in New Orleans, July 11th - 13th. Buy signed copies of Youth Group and Bubble from Mission: Comics And Art! ~…

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ZC 2120: Mobile Mindfulness Studio: Meditating in Your Car 14:39

4d ago14:39

14:39

Many people feel like they don’t have time to meditate, especially during a busy commute. But what if that commute became part of your practice? Today on Zen Commuter, we’ll talk about how to use your car as a space for mindfulness. While safety must always be the priority, there are ways to incorporate stillness and presence even while driving. Wh…

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Live at the Peppermill, with Amy Silverberg 1:13:23

10d ago1:13:23

1:13:23

On this week’s episode, writer and comedian, Amy Silverberg, is back to chat about her new book (First Time, Long Time), shrimp emojis, airplane confessions, kooky aunts, and so much more. Pre-order Amy's new book, First Time, Long Time! Los Angeles! Go to Amy's book release event in Los Angeles at Skylight Books: Thursday, July 24, 2025! ~ NEW JJG…

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Fall Out 2:37:56

15d ago2:37:56

2:37:56

We reach the final episode of The Prisoner as Number Six comes face to face with rebellion, authority, and a curious sort of praise for his private war in the name of individuality. But who's running the Village, anyway? And what will Number Six do now that he's won? He HAS won, hasn't he? Join us for a long discussion of the contentious, curious f…

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Dita & The Stankus Boys, with Hannah Hillam and Kaveh Taherian 1:21:37

17d ago1:21:37

1:21:37

On this week’s episode, we welcome cartoonists, Hannah Hillam and Kaveh Taherian, to chat Stankus The Rat updates, share more tubing tales of terror, describe their podcast (500 Open Tabs), and more! Watch 500 Open Tabs on YouTube! Kaveh's Website! Hannah's Website! ~ NEW JJGo MERCH ~ Good Story Guild presents JOSIE’S LONELY HEARTS CLUB Jordan’s ne…

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ZC 2119: Divine Flow and Feminine Energy with Lillian Savoie 53:05

17d ago53:05

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In today’s inspiring episode of Zen Commuter, I sit down with Lillian Savoie, intuitive healer, spiritual teacher, and author of Fill Your Soul the Feminine Way. Together, we explore how tuning into divine feminine energy can help you move from striving to flowing—creating a more peaceful, purposeful life. Lillian shares her journey from corporate …

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ZC 2118: A Family, Maybe: Zen, Identity, and the Stories That Shape Us 46:20

18d ago46:20

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On today’s episode of Zen Commuter, I sit down with Lane Igoudin, author of A Family, Maybe—a beautiful, nuanced memoir about identity, belonging, and the shape-shifting nature of family. Our conversation moves between personal reflection and practical insight, touching on Lane’s writing process, the complexities of chosen family, and how Zen medit…

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ZC 2117: Tricycle Week: Making Life Your Practice by Ken McLeod 12:30

19d ago12:30

12:30

On Day Five of our special Tricycle Week, we explore the article "Making Life Your Practice" by Ken McLeod—a deeply practical and inspiring reminder that spiritual growth doesn’t just happen on the cushion. This piece reframes our everyday experiences—both the mundane and the messy—as the very terrain of awakening. In today’s episode, I reflect on …

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Good Knievel, with Dave Hill and Rob Kutner 1:21:58

24d ago1:21:58

1:21:58

On this week’s episode, we welcome back writers Dave Hill and Rob Kutner to chat about their podcast, The Novelizers, plus black metal, blade humor, and so much more! Listen to The Novelizers! Read Dave Hill’s Dark Regards. Read Rob Kutner’s The Jews: 5,000 Years and Counting Jordan’s new Spider-Man’s comic is out now! Order Jordan’s new Godzilla c…

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ZC 2116: Tricycle Week: Knowing the Three Fortresses 16:02

25d ago16:02

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On Day Four of our special Tricycle Week, we explore the article "Knowing the Three Fortresses," a compelling piece that offers a fresh lens on inner resilience and spiritual grounding. Drawing from traditional Buddhist teachings, the article introduces the concept of the Three Fortresses—Powerful antidotes to distraction, confusion, and self-doubt…

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ZC 2115: Tricycle Week - Knowing Contentment by Myozan Ian Kilroy 13:17

27d ago13:17

13:17

Zen Commuter — Tricycle Week: "Knowing Contentment" by Myozan Ian Kilroy Welcome to another insightful installment of Tricycle Week on Zen Commuter! Today, we explore the wisdom of Myozan Ian Kilroy in his poignant article, Knowing Contentment. In a world constantly pushing us toward more — more success, more possessions, more striving — Kilroy’s r…

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Once Upon A Time 1:43:31

29d ago1:43:31

1:43:31

Content warnings for: alcohol abuse, motor accidents, psychological manipulation, nervous breakdowns A clash of wills! A favorite Number Two returns to put the screws to Number Six. Will the secrets of the spy's resignation be revealed with regression therapy? What will reveal about Six's life - or McGoohan's? Who really IS Six in this scenario, an…

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The Batavia of Illinois, with Gareth Reynolds 1:14:37

1M ago1:14:37

1:14:37

On this week’s episode, we welcome comedian, Gareth Reynolds (The Dollop, We’re Here To Help), to chat about rich fluids and standard mopping, his new podcast (Next We Have), Mr. Clean, and more! Check out Gareth’s new show Next We Have on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube! Listen to The Dollop and We’re Here To Help! Jordan’s new Spider-Man’s com…

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The Daily Buddhist by Brendan Barca and Pema Sherpa 13:27

1M ago13:27

13:27

The Daily Buddhist by Brendan Barca and Pema Sherpa Today I read some selected passages from The Daily Buddhist. Authors Pema Sherpa and Brendan Barca have written a wonderful book whose essence is in total concert with Zen Commuter. Their book helps us life a fuller, calmer and more loving life by incorporating Buddhist principles and beliefs with…

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Buddhism in the Everyday: Brendan Barca’s Insights for Modern Life 39:58

1M ago39:58

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Buddhism in the Everyday: Brendan Barca’s Insights for Modern Life What happens when ancient wisdom meets modern living? In today’s episode, I sit down with Brendan Barca, co-author of The Daily Buddhist, to talk about how Buddhist principles can bring more peace and clarity to your everyday routine. We explore the value of simple, consistent pract…

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Stankus The Rat, with Mike Drucker 1:19:36

1M ago1:19:36

1:19:36

On this week’s episode, we welcome comedian and writer, Mike Drucker, to chat about stackin’ damage, comics made by children, the Omegavese, his new book (Good Game, No Rematch: A Life Made of Video Games), and more! Jordan will be at the Toronto Comic Arts Festival, June 7th and 8th! Jordan’s new Spider-Man’s comic is out now! Pre-order Jordan’s n…

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Tricycle Week: The Power of a Quiet Life by Lewis Richmond 20:09

1M ago20:09

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Welcome to day two of Tricycle Week on Zen Commuter, where we continue exploring transformative insights from Tricycle: The Buddhist Review. Today’s featured article is The Power of a Quiet Life by Lewis Richmond. In this thoughtful reflection, Richmond reminds us that simplicity and stillness are not just retreats from the world but powerful found…

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Tricycle Week: Encourage Others by Overcoming Your Own Suffering by Venerable Pannavati 13:05

1M ago13:05

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It’s Tricycle Week here on Zen Commuter, a time when we explore wisdom from the pages of Tricycle: The Buddhist Review. Today’s episode features a powerful article by Venerable Pannavati titled Encourage Others by Overcoming Your Own Suffering. In it, she shares insight into how our personal healing can become a source of strength and support for t…

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The Girl Who was Death 1:37:45

1M ago1:37:45

1:37:45

Sometimes, when The Prisoner plays with the format of the show, it produces some interesting results - results that can give you a new lens with which to view the show. Sometimes it results in an episode like this one - a spy farce with uneven budget, odd performances, and even odder costume choices. Join us to find out how Number Six deals with TH…

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Doin’ McFine, with Brent Weinbach 1:15:01

1M ago1:15:01

1:15:01

On this week’s episode, we welcome comedian, Brent Weinbach, to chat about Mother’s Day, McG updates, Rules 37, and more. Watch Brent’s new special, Popular Culture! Watch The Chicken Coop! And listen to Brent’s video game podcast, Legacy Music Hour! Jordan will be at the Toronto Comic Arts Festival, June 7th and 8th! Jordan’s new Spider-Man’s comi…

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Sparking Community Gardens with Scott Pound 1:35:01

2M ago1:35:01

1:35:01

The John St. Extension Community Park and Gardens started guerrilla twenty years ago, one of the successful neighbourhood initiatives that informed Thunder Bay getting pro-active in supporting community gardening. This Spring Scott Pound is leading an initiative to add a community garden to the space, and grow food to be served at the Abbey's free …

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Victoria Day 2025 Rooting for Post-Colonial Changes 58:55

2M ago58:55

58:55

This was pre-recorded to be broadcast on CILU Radio Victoria Day, Monday May 19 at 6 pm here in Thunder Bay. But I messed up, didn't get the tape in on time to be cued, and they replayed last week episode instead. I hate for no-one to ever hear this! So here you go - all news referenced is detailed in the related blog post at SomethingDifferentThis…

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A Preview of Tricycle Week: The Kamma of Goodwill 11:05

2M ago11:05

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Next week on Zen Commuter, we begin our popular Tricycle Week, a five-episode series where we explore and reflect on selected articles from Tricycle: The Buddhist Review. It’s a listener favorite and a perfect opportunity to dive deeper into the teachings of contemporary Buddhist writers. Today’s episode offers a preview with “The Kamma of Goodwill…

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Salted Up, with Margaret Cho 1:19:20

2M ago1:19:20

1:19:20

On this week’s episode, we welcome comic legend, Margaret Cho, to chat about snack lore, her new album (Lucky Gift), almost being shot out of a canon, competing on Jeopardy, and more! Check out Margaret’s upcoming tour dates. Order Margaret’s new album, Lucky Gift! Go see Jesse at An Evening with Kruk & Kuip: An SF Sketchfest Tribute! Jordan will b…

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Off the Stage at Finovate Spring 2025 // Maya Mikhailov, Jason Henrichs & Andy Ivankovich 31:01

2M ago31:01

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Forget the keynote fluff and polished demo, this episode of Fintech Hustle drops you straight onto a sun-drenched San Diego balcony with the real players of Finovate Spring 2025. Host Sam Kilmer is joined by fintech rockstars Maya Mikhailov (SAVVI AI), Jason Henrichs (Alloy Labs), and Andy Ivankovich (Baker Hill) for a breakdown of what’s actually …

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Living in Harmony 2:04:04

2M ago2:04:04

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The Prisoner! You know, the show about spies. Right? Or is the spy story simply one context of many? A genre that serves to surround the tale, a medium that serves to surface the message - that any of us might be made prisoners at any time, any where? Maybe even in a place far from here, in the frontier, where the might made right at the end of a s…

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Vedic Meditation and Modern Stress - A Conversation with Michael Rosenfeld 43:54

2M ago43:54

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What if the key to handling modern stress wasn’t doing more, but doing less—much less? In this episode, Vedic Meditation teacher Michael Rosenfeld shares how an ancient practice offers surprising solutions to today’s fast-paced life. Discover how stillness can become your most powerful tool for clarity, resilience, and peace. What You'll Discover i…

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Live at Sleeping Village in Chicago, with Peter Sagal and Sam Riegel! 1:34:00

2M ago1:34:00

1:34:00

This week’s episode comes to you from live from Sleeping Village in Chicago where we play games with guests Peter Sagal (Listen to Wait Wait...Don't Tell Me!) and Sam Riegel (Critical Role), plus we hear Momentous Occasions from listeners like you! Pre-order Critical Role: Smiley Day! By Sam Riegel! Go see Jesse at An Evening with Kruk & Kuip: An S…

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Jeff Patterson: Meditation Instructor and Author of The Yielding Warrior (R) 56:56

2M ago56:56

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Jeff Patterson, from Portland, OR, USA, has over 36 years of experience, practicing and teaching the meditative and martial arts. As the founder of Northwest Fighting Arts/Portland Tai Chi Academy and The Yielding Warrior, where he emphasizes the transformative power of meditative and martial arts practices, particularly the yielding concept. He ha…

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Three Insight Timer Features to Enhance Your Meditation Practice 10:04

2M ago10:04

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Insight Timer is, without a doubt, the top meditation app out today. With over 3000,000 meditations, talks and music tracks it has everything a meditator could want. And now it’s even better with three new enhancements to help you meditate more consistently, live intentionally and feel inspired all throughout the day. What You'll Discover in This E…

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Journey to Inner Stillness: A Conversation with Manal El Ramly 56:27

2M ago56:27

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My guest today is Manal El-Ramly, author of Transcending Anxiety: From Fear to Freedom, TEDx speaker ('Why You Don't Need to Search for Your Purpose'), creator of the Mattain Method, and a beloved teacher on Insight Timer. Manal helps individuals overcome anxiety, limiting beliefs, and overwhelm by understanding and aligning their four bodies – phy…

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Potions & Lotions, with Jason Mantzoukas 1:18:02

2M ago1:18:02

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On this week’s episode, we welcome back the one and only Jason Mantzoukas, back to chat his stint on Taskmaster (Season 19 out May 2nd!), shaving rules in baseball, and more! Taskmaster Season 19 premieres on YouTube May 2nd! Listen to How Did This Get Made? Big Mouth Season 8 Coming Soon! Jordan’s upcoming dates: 5/2 - Litfest in the Dena Pasadena…

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Greening Provincial Policy - a conversation with Mike Schreiner, MPP Green Party Ontario 45:24

2M ago45:24

45:24

A conversation with Provincial Green Party Leader Mike Schreiner held on April 23 touches on care and community, expensive current provincial legislature discouraging renewable energy production, the need & opportunity to build local food systems - and more. Details at www.SomethingDifferentThisWayComes.ca…

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BONUS - Ice Station Zebra 1:32:41

2M ago1:32:41

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An American nuclear sub... A sky full of Russian paratroopers... a race for the secrets buried in the Arctic! In 1968, McGoohan was already looking ahead to what would happen beyond the Prisoner. Would military thrillers of Hollywood lie in his future? Would the spy that he'd played so well for so long translate to the big screen? Judge with us as …

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