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My Fellow Americans, Life is actually just a microscopic, deluded moment in time, so let's cut to the freakin' chase. One look at our impending election debacle can solidify my case. It has been my contention since birth, that the answer to every difficulty we encounter on this sacred yet demented Stone, can be revealed with ultimate clarity through the ultra neurotic engagements of Music, Art, Literature, Film, Poetry and a good Pastrami sandwich. Why would any sane human spend so must time ...
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Was the story of Jesus stolen from the Egyptian god Horus? Erika Brown —soon to be Dr. Erika Brown— joins Lisa Fields in an insightful conversation about the myths surrounding the comparisons between Jesus and Horus. Erika, a biblical archaeologist and expert in ancient Egyptian religion, breaks down the historical and archaeological data behind Ho…
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THE QUEER AWAKENINGS OF A WILD BOY PURSUING THE NOVA EXPRESS On September 6, 1951, William Burroughs killed his wife, Beat legend Joan Vollmer. At a friend’s apartment, she balanced a glass on her head, at Burroughs’s behest. He had contracted a lifelong mania for guns from duck-hunting excursions with his father, and was never unarmed if he could …
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Dead or alive? Today, we feature one of each: two exquisite female singer-songwriters from the 70’s - one a heroin casualty, and the other a remarkable example of patience rewarded. Judee Sill could have been a Laurel Canyon diva on the order of a Joni Mitchell, but, an unquenchable, self-destructive thirst put a stop to her success; and, Linda Per…
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What a year 2014 was! That's what motivated me to start this diary, which is now going on year 10. It was such a hairy time, in fact, that as a way to process it all, I hit upon the idea of creating a musical diary, using the I Ching - (something I'd been obsessing about) - as my guiding structure. My sister-in-law, Lea died suddenly, but before th…
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Lisa Fields sits down with Dr. K. Edward Copeland to unpack a growing trend in today's spiritual landscape: the rise of small group communities as substitutes for the local church and pastoral leadership. Together, they explore why God designed the church to include pastors, what happens when we bypass spiritual authority, and how real growth often…
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What we’re offering today is something completely different: two outlier artists (although one is a French icon) who created off-kilter, out of the box, almost unintelligible nuggets of artistic brilliance. These cuts are linked, not only by the fact that they both feature sinuous bass lines and orchestral flourishes, but that they are produced by …
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Lisa Fields sits down with Dr. Jemar Tisby — historian, New York Times bestselling author, and public theologian — to discuss his latest book, The Spirit of Justice: True Stories of Faith, Race, and Resistance. Together, they dive into the legacy of Black Christian activism, intergenerational wisdom, the importance of courage and hope in today’s ju…
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Welcome to our new series, “The Beat Goes On,” where we will celebrate the work and enduring influence of Jack Kerouac, Allen Ginsberg, William Burroughs, and the other writers whom we identify as “The Beats.” - that crop of artists who worked to expand our consciousness, exploring the hidden possibilities of post WW2 America in the 1950s - Other s…
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Today we live in a cynical world. It’s pervasive, this debilitating disbelief in our institutions, our once assured tenets of groundedness. Now we doubt, not only what we see, but what we hear, and even our own thoughts. Are they indeed our own? Or, have they been shaped by the unrelenting marketers and influencers? Back in the 80’s - even earlier …
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What do Black women see when they read the Bible? Lisa Fields sits down with public theologian and Truth's Table co-host Ekemini Uwan to explore hard questions about faith, scripture, identity, and liberation. From family roots in Nigeria to confronting white supremacy in theology, Ekemini shares a powerful personal and theological journey. This ep…
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BUKOWSKI SPEAKS!!!!! Cause and Effect -For Kurt Cobain "the best often die by their own hand just to get away, and those left behind can never quite understand why anybody would ever want to get away from them" Bukowski writes with no apologies from the frayed edge of society. “Some people never go crazy. What truly horrible lives they must lead.” …
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THERE'S NO BUSINESS LIKE SHOW BUSINESS I've been keeping a diary and dream journal for ten years. Recently, I hit upon the idea of revisiting and recording passages of the diary in a quest to understand myself better by connecting the dots between dream life and the time awake. The first episode explored 2024; this second entry revisits a passage f…
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It seems as though the 12 bar blues structure is an immovable object, an obelisk of sacred, ritualistic, totemic authority. But the form contains multitudes of variety. Here are two examples of the plasticity of that container, which holds the magic blues elixir and can pour it smoothly, or have it gush out, uncontrollably, like a tidal wave. So, b…
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What does it really mean to live out your faith in a broken world? Join Lisa and Dr. Walter Strickland as they discuss Dr. Strickland's new book, Swing Low, volume 1: A History of Black Christianity in the United States. They deep dive into an honest conversation about cultural humility in leadership, the intersection of theology & justice, race, a…
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In 2005, while visiting the gift shop at the downtown Los Angeles MOCA museum, I came upon a blank journal with a cover fashioned from a salvaged vinyl album by The Allman Brothers. It had the pink Capricorn label. As a lover of vinyl I grabbed it, and decided to begin a journal. It’s been ten years, and I’ve been keeping this diary and transcribin…
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DANNY KAYE: THE BENEFITS OF VERSATILITY David Daniel Kaminsky (1911-1987), known to the world as Danny Kaye, was an entertainer that could do it all. He was as adept at pathos as he was at antic comedy, and he captivated audiences throughout the 1950s with his magic. His signature patter songs, represented by our first number: Anatole of Paris, wer…
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Are people really closed off to faith — or just spiritually curious? Lisa Fields sits down with Mark Matlock, author of Faith of the Curious, to talk about how today's culture is searching for spirituality in unexpected ways. They explore why traditional apologetics must evolve, how emotional health impacts our faith conversations, and why patience…
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The “Novelty” song has deep roots in popular culture. Masters of the form, like Weird Al Yankovic, Warren Zevon, Tom Lehrer, Spike Jones, and Allen Sherman have illuminated our consciousness and tickled our sense of the absurd. How much WAS that doggie in the window?…., WTF is Marzy dotes and dozy dotes about?…, They’re coming to take me away, Haha…
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In this episode, Lisa Fields sits down with Pastor Chris Brooks to talk about the crucial role of apologetics in the church, navigating suffering and loss with faith, and how Christian hope stands firm in an anxious, ever-changing world. From campus ministry to the local church, Pastor Chris shares his personal story, pastoral insight, and practica…
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What is it about a swing rhythm that sets hearts a flutter? It’s a universal truth. It may have started as an African secret formula, but it was co-opted and catapulted into white western culture by some hip caucasian standard bearers. Here we’ll examine the psycho-physical connection through two seemingly unrelated musical delicacies: one by the u…
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In this episode of the Jude 3 Project podcast, Lisa Fields sits down with theologian and apologist R.L. Solberg to unpack the popular claim that Easter has pagan roots. They explore historical documents, church tradition, and biblical theology to clarify misconceptions surrounding the resurrection of Jesus, the origins of Easter, and the difference…
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THE REVEREND OF KARMIC YOUTH- 1The Interpreter 2Starry Eyes 3For You 4Bloody Hammer 5The Wind And More 6Night Of The Vampire 7You're Gonna Miss Me 8I Walked With A Zombie 9Stand For The Fire Demon 10 When You Get Delighted 11 To Think 12 Warning 13 True Love Cast Out All Evil 14 Loving Isn't A Part Time Thing 15 The Looking Glass Song As lead singe…
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SPLENDOR OF BOHEMIA PRESENTS- "IN THE BEGINNING"- RICH BUCKLAND'S 2009 TEST EPISODE FOR WHAT WOULD LATER BECOME THE PODCAST SERIES THE WORLD COULD EASILY LIVE WITHOUT- OR CAN IT? WITH WILLY DEVILLE, LENNY BRUCE AND OUR SPECIAL GUEST CHARLES MANSON-DIG THIS!By Rich Buckland and Bill Mesnik
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'69 AND THE CRIME ETCHED IN TIME - "When I Was 17, It was not a very good year" Rich Buckland Well. Here is something I've yet to get over in all the years since I first read the grisly details of Sharon Tate’s murder in the Sunday newspaper’s Parade magazine when I was just a wacky hippie teen and beach Boys fanatic. Cult-leader and killer Charles…
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Ok, folks, we’ve got an unlikely pairing of unrequited torch anthems with an almost 40 year time span between them, featuring points of view which diverge 180 degrees. The first, from Cock Robin, showcases synthesized sounds which seem like they were caught in amber in 1985, and the second, an astounding display of songwriting and vocal pyrotechnic…
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What happens when a devoted Hindu monk begins questioning everything? In this episode, Lisa Fields sits down with Rahil Patel — a former Hindu monk who spent years in one of the world’s most influential Hindu traditions — to explore his incredible journey to Christianity. They dive deep into the key differences between Hinduism and Christianity, ho…
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Here is a “Sunny Song”, wherein the fleeting sunlight is a dappled reminder of the evanescence of existence. They’re all gone now: Bill Evans (piano), Tony Bennett (vocals), Henry Mancini (Composer), and Johnny Mercer (Lyricist), but their beautiful creation lives on to remind us to gather our rosebuds while we may. Sadness, and gratitude run in eq…
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What does it really take to lead well in today’s world—especially as a woman of faith? In this episode, Lisa Fields sits down with her longtime friend Dr. Nicole Massie Martin (COO of Christianity Today and founder of Soulfire Ministries) to talk leadership, authenticity, and her new book Nailing It. They get real about the tension of leading in Ch…
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When it comes to infidelity: can we have our cake and eat it too? In the following two songs, written by the incomparable Don Covay, this theme is explored. The two men narrating these tales of inconstancy are in turmoil - one cheater feels guilty, while the other betrayer is suffering from hurt pride - because his woman is playing the same game. T…
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In this powerful episode, Lisa Fields sits down with Dr. Cheryl Sanders—professor of Christian Ethics at Howard University and senior pastor of Third Street Church of God—to discuss womanist theology, Black women's perspectives on scripture, and the ethical challenges facing the Church today. They break down how Black women uniquely engage biblical…
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Right here, squaring off, from opposite sides of the Atlantic, we present: Dueling tag-teams of zaniness — wearing fanciful disguises, winking at traditional forms, and tweeting in a birdlike falsetto… Good stuff! BEDAZZLED The Faustian satire Bedazzled, created by genius comedian Peter Cook (who plays the Devil trying to bargain for souls), makes …
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From the first moment I heard this ditty, it became my theme song. I learned to play it - (in a far cruder fashion than Ry, of course) and worked it into my set list. Just like the character Bill in the narrative, - (my name, btw) - my reprobate ways had also been domesticated by love. And, another harmonic convergence: I had even spent a year in L…
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What does it truly mean to be whole? In this powerful episode, Lisa Fields sits down with Dr. Maliek Blade to unpack what it means to be a 'whole man'—mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. They explore the importance of mental, emotional, and spiritual wellness—especially for Black men. They dive into the intersection of faith, mental health, and…
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"GRIEVING IN THE DOLLS HOUSE" David Johansen passed away peacefully at home on February 28, holding the hands of his wife Mara Hennessey and daughter Leah, in the sunlight surrounded by music and flowers. After a decade of profoundly compromised health he died at the age of 75. David and his family were deeply moved by the outpouring of love and su…
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What do we do when suffering feels unbearable? In this powerful conversation, Dr. Robert Smith Jr. unpacks the deep struggles of pain, loss, and forgiveness—sharing his own personal journey through grief and tragedy. From the loss of his son to the tension between justice and grace, Dr. Smith reflects on how suffering can transform rather than brea…
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DOUBLE TROUBLE: CINDY LAUPER AND MILEY CYRUS Two towering, Olympian female voices, from different generations, aligning here to honestly testify about their love damaged hearts. They describe world’s of hurt, confusion, and finally, triumph in the face of loss. Miley Cyrus “Heart of Glass” I love Miley Cyrus - not only because she carries the flag …
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Can faith and science coexist? In this episode of the Jude 3 Project podcast, Dr. Frederick Ware discusses the intersection of theology and science, tackling topics like evolution, miracles, and historical Black church perspectives. Do you think science can enrich ministry and faith? Comment below! Support the mission and vision of Jude 3 Project h…
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Ladies and Gentlemen, welcome back for more DOUBLE TROUBLE Let’s talk about dreams…. Dreams can be intoxicatingly erotic; they can be filled with loss and longing; you might be falling, trapped in an confusing maze, or carried across bodies of water in a leaky boat. I often have the actor’s nightmare - where I’m about to go onstage, but I don’t kno…
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Today's Affirmation: "She Let's Me Watch Her Mom and Pop Fight" Writers: N. Blagman*, S. Bobrick Although she isn't much to look at, And she isn't very bright. I love her, I love her, Oh boy how I love her 'Cuz she let's me watch her mom and pop fight. To see a lamp go through the window And watch them kick and scratch and bite. I love her, I love …
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Lennon and McCartney eloquently recited an affirmation stating that In My Life I Loved Them All. The affection for certain artists and the melodic poetry they injected into our souls has remained in our wiring through the good, the bad and the uncertain times of our lives. One beloved gentleman we cherish was known as Arthur Alexander. Known as Jun…
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Hello Young Lovers! Welcome to a special Saint Valentine’s Day TWOFER from The Splendid Bohemians: Today we’re featuring two enchanting, encyclopedic British song stylists: Anne Briggs and Elvis Costello. First up: the majestic Ms. Briggs. SHE MOVED THROUGH THE FAIR by Anne Briggs (Topic, 1963) Barefoot and bedraggled, Anne Briggs became the muse o…
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“Rock ’n roll is really swing with a modern name,” Freed once said. “It began on the levees and plantations, took in folk songs, and features blues and rhythm. It’s the rhythm that gets to the kids – they’re starved of music they can dance to, after all those years of crooners.” HISTORICAL ALAN FREED MOMENTS: Freed moved to WINS in New York in 1954…
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Marianne Evelyn Gabriel Faithfull has boarded The Mystery Train at 78. In the 70's she was anorexic, homeless and addicted to heroin. At the time of her passing she had acquired the status of legend. Marianne was a genuine, brilliant artist in a sea of impostors. Sleep Well in that ocean you struggled so hard to master regardless of the merciless t…
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Henry St. Claire Fredericks, Jr., aka Taj Mahal is 82 years of age, and like that monument in Agra, he stands as an ageless edifice of blues - rock grace. On his latest recording he croons in that familiar rasp: “I’m too young to be this old,” and there’s no denying the truth of that declaration. As the years have passed, it’s gratifying to contemp…
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PLEASE JOIN US AT DIG THIS!!!!! https://www.facebook.com/digthiswiththesplendidbohos/ A MESSAGE FROM STAX RECORDS PRODUCER, SONGWRITER AND VOCALIST DAVID PORTER: To say I am saddened about the loss of Sam Moore would be an understatement. You see, it was the finality of the last living connection I had to God’s gift to all of our careers. The exper…
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This recording, composed and performed by the criminally underestimated Rick Nelson and his right-hand man James Burton, is a tone poem of psychedelic disorientation. It lopes along, taking its sweet time, floating in mid-air, then seeps out through the singer’s enthralled brain in a sensual vortex. It reminds me of my virgin night of acid enlighte…
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Lucasfilm has about a dozen Star Wars movies in various stages of development. One of them is a prequel from James Mangold that will tell the origins of the Force, the mysterious energy field created by life that binds the Star Wars galaxy together. In a recent interview with MovieWeb, Mangold opened up about what convinced him to make a Star Wars …
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This is a difficult artistic puzzle to sort out: a) Why is this, Doris Day’s signature song, the only cover that Sly ever recorded?; and, b), Is its delivery of “cheerful fatalism” a positive or a negative? The motto, cribbed by song writers Jay Livingston and Ray Evans for the Hitchcock film THE MAN WHO KNEW TOO MUCH, from another film THE BAREFOO…
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AT THE HOTEL BOHEMIA WE BELIEVE YOU CAN'T KNOW WHERE YOU ARE GOING UNLESS YOU KNOW WHERE YOU HAVE BEEN. 2025 COMIN' ROUND THE MOUNTAIN. CAN YOU DIG IT? Drummer Buddy Rich died after surgery in 1987. As he was being prepped for surgery, a nurse asked him, “Is there anything you can’t take?” Rich replied, “Yeah, country music.” Lucky Luciano was a mo…
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This cut, from Julie London’s album of the same name, became a camp classic. It’s undeniably bawdy, with the torch songstress purring like a mod Mae West, with tongue solidly in cheek. The original, generated by neutered, pre-fab bobble heads, The Ohio Express, is a prepubescent rocker, lacking any lubriciousness whatsoever, but, emanating from Jul…
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