A Happy Moment: Recent Episodes
Dan Markowski
Podcast with an emphasis on fantasy and horror books, movies, and games. I also enjoy talking about wrestling, metal and anything else that catches my interest!
In this episode of A Happy Moment, I interview mystic intuitive Audrye Arbe, who shares her journey as a clairvoyant and healer. Audrye discusses her work with frequency stones, the importance of raising one's frequency, and her various services, including energy healing and online courses. She explains the concept of breathing attunements and their benefits for mental and spiritual alignment. The conversation also touches on her unique experiences, such as the mysterious story of the 'traveling nighties!'
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In this episode of A Happy Moment, I interview author Justin Germain, who writes under the pen name Demetrios Lopez. We discuss Justin's background as a Greek and Latin teacher, his experiences living in Ecuador, and how these experiences influenced his writing. The conversation delves into Justin's Sigma series and the release of his first book, Thumos Rising. Justin shares insights into his characters, the incorporation of Greek mythology, being inspired by He-Man, and other projects he's interested in. Justin wraps it up by telling us his favorite horror movie!
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Interview with Jeff Patterson, a martial arts and meditation expert, about the transformative power of martial arts and meditation. Jeff shares his personal journey of how he discovered the benefits of meditation and how it changed his life. He also discusses the different types of meditation tactics and the importance of finding a guide to help with the practice. Jeff emphasizes the five regulations of meditation: regulating the body, breath, mind, energy, and spirit. He also talks about his book, 'The Yielding Warrior,' and discusses the importance of yielding - physically, mentally and emotionally.Connect with Jeff:https://book.theyieldingwarrior.com/free-plus-shippinghttps://www.facebook.com/jeff.patterson.7121/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnug-vu_yp2IG5G7gH61xSghttps://www.instagram.com/northwest_fighting_arts/https://www.tiktok.com/@UCnug-vu_yp2IG5G7gH61xSg https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-patterson-b691819/Where to find me:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ahappymomenthttps://goodpods.com/podcasts/a-happy-moment-200235https://twitter.com/AHappyMomentPodhttps://www.facebook.com/ahappymomentpodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/ahappymomentpodcast/
In this conversation, Dan and Conor discuss the importance of positivity and humor in everyday life and in the workplace. Conor shares his CHAPS concept, which stands for Compliment, Hear, Address, Positive, and Smile. He explains how implementing these simple actions can improve employee engagement overall happiness. These strategies can be applied not only in the workplace but also in everyday interactions. He also discusses the significance of attitude in interactions and how choosing a positive attitude can lead to better outcomes. Conor shares his experiences at Unilever and his passion for helping job seekers.In this conversation, Dan and Conor discuss the importance of positivity and humor in everyday life and in the workplace. Conor shares his CHAPS concept, which stands for Compliment, Hear, Address, Positive, and Smile. He explains how implementing these simple actions can improve employee engagement overall happiness. These strategies can be applied not only in the workplace but also in everyday interactions. He also discusses the significance of attitude in interactions and how choosing a positive attitude can lead to better outcomes. Conor shares his experiences at Unilever and his passion for helping job seekers.Connect with Conor:https://irishmanspeaks.com/https://www.facebook.com/IrishmanSpeaksConorCunneenhttps://x.com/IrishmanSpeakshttps://www.youtube.com/@IrishmanSpeaks/videoshttps://www.instagram.com/irishmanspeaks/https://www.linkedin.com/in/irishmanspeaks/https://www.tiktok.com/@irishmanspeaks?lang=enWhere to find me:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ahappymomenthttps://goodpods.com/podcasts/a-happy-moment-200235https://twitter.com/AHappyMomentPodhttps://www.facebook.com/ahappymomentpodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/ahappymomentpodcast/
Interview with Jed Shaffer, the host of the First Gen Gamers podcast, and we're talking all about wrestling! Jed is a former writer for https://www.wrestlecrap.com/ and we discuss memorable moments in WrestleCrap history. We also discuss our favorite wrestlers and thoughts on the Montreal Screwjob, and how it's not always easy to be a fan of the WWE. Plus, Jed's all-time favorite match! Connect with Jed:https://open.spotify.com/show/1c179eD7joqKz9m0Tcv0fiWhere to find me:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ahappymomenthttps://goodpods.com/podcasts/a-happy-moment-200235https://twitter.com/AHappyMomentPodhttps://www.facebook.com/ahappymomentpodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/ahappymomentpodcast/02:29WrestleCrap and Rewriting the Book05:06Favorite WrestleCrap Moments06:57Disappointing Angles and Storylines15:46Favorite Wrestlers of All Time18:14The Montreal Screwjob22:54Undertaker vs. Shawn Michaels at WrestleMania 2624:05The End of The Undertaker's Streak28:29Criticism of WWE30:17Vince McMahon's Departure31:27Favorite Female Wrestlers34:03First Gen Gamers Podcast
JoAnn Fawcett is the author of Midlife Magic and The prince Was Wrong. In this conversation she shares her experiences with ghosts, aliens, and her passion for connecting with otherworldly beings. She recounts encounters with friendly ghosts in English forts and manor houses, as well as her interactions with various alien species. JoAnn discusses the potential for alien disclosure and the different alien races she finds fascinating. She also discusses her seven marriages, including her time as a Mormon and the challenges she faced, and how that led her to the mystical world that she is now a part of.Connect with JoAnn: https://joannfawcett.com/https://www.facebook.com/jo.a.richards.5https://www.instagram.com/jo.ann.fawcett.author/Where to find me:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ahappymomenthttps://goodpods.com/podcasts/a-happy-moment-200235https://twitter.com/AHappyMomentPodhttps://www.facebook.com/ahappymomentpodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/ahappymomentpodcast/
Holly Cooper is an independent comic creator who writes and illustrates her own comics. She joins me to talk about her series, Restoring the Fourth Guardian, a classic fantasy adventure about underdogs rising up. The story follows two farm boys who meet a dragonfolk on the run from the bad guys. This causes their lives to spiral into chaos and leads them on a thrilling and terrifying quest! Holly also discusses inspiration, future projects, favorite characters, and her favorite werewolf movie!Connect with Holly:https://www.firelordfrog.com/105-2/https://www.instagram.com/official_firelordfrog/https://www.youtube.com/ @firelordfrog_official https://www.tiktok.com/@firelordfroghttps://www.pinterest.com/firelordfrog/Where to find me:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ahappymomenthttps://goodpods.com/podcasts/a-happy-moment-200235https://twitter.com/AHappyMomentPodhttps://www.facebook.com/ahappymomentpodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/ahappymomentpodcast/
Bob LeMent is a co-host of the Static Radio podcast, which has been going strong for 25 years! Bob shares some stories and insight from his time in podcasting, and then things take a turn to the paranormal. Bob shares his experiences with UFO's, shadow people and other strange entities. We wrap up by finding out what his favorite fantasy movies are!Connect with Bob: https://www.staticradio.com/https://www.instagram.com/staticradio/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHvrrdLLj84w8-fp1UnBTAAhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057522434640Where to find me:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ahappymomenthttps://goodpods.com/podcasts/a-happy-moment-200235https://twitter.com/AHappyMomentPodhttps://www.facebook.com/ahappymomentpodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/ahappymomentpodcast/
Interview with Michelle DiFilippo, the creator of 1106 Design, a self-publishing company. Michelle emphasizes the importance of self-publishing the right way and working with professionals to produce a quality book. She offers a full range of services, including editing, cover design, interior design, and ebook formatting. Michelle also discusses the significance of having a well-designed book cover and the benefits of publishing in print as well as digital formats. She advises authors to research the market and learn from successful books in their genre. Michelle concludes by encouraging aspiring authors to start writing and reach out to 1106 Design for assistance.Connect with 1106design:https://1106design.com/https://www.facebook.com/1106design/https://x.com/1106Designhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/1106-design-llc/Where to find me:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ahappymomenthttps://goodpods.com/podcasts/a-happy-moment-200235https://twitter.com/AHappyMomentPodhttps://www.facebook.com/ahappymomentpodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/ahappymomentpodcast/
In this conversation, fantasy author Don Bishop, who writes as T.S. Pedramon, discusses his writing journey and his fantasy novel series, Nightshade Unicorn. He shares how he started writing and the inspiration behind his books. Don talks about the world-building process and the different elements he considers when creating a fantasy world. We also talk about his Grendhill Chronicles project, where children born to the King and Queen are born with weapons that are taken away until they come of age. However, the youngest of the quintuplets doesn't have a weapon, which sets off the plot when the King and Queen are kidnapped. Don also has a podcast, Grendhill Chronicles, where he interviews authors and discusses different aspects of writing and world-building.
Connect with Don:https://www.pedramon.com/https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnpUVWsF648ls90ttnv2dEwMCIAggUp9B&si=DLAOmX5azYHnisvXhttps://www.instagram.com/GrendhillChronicleshttps://www.facebook.com/GrendhillChron
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In this episode, Liz Shuler, a transformational coach, yoga therapist, and Reiki master (and geek!), discusses her work in psychedelic integration coaching and the benefits of holistic approaches to mental and physical health. She explains how psychedelics can be used therapeutically and the importance of preparation and integration in the process. Liz also talks about the role of Reiki in healing and the interactive nature of her sessions. The conversation touches on the differences between the medical field in the United States and Belgium, as well as the impact of pharmaceutical advertising. Liz shares her favorite video games and experience with TTRPGs like Dungeon World.Connect with Liz:https://www.innerevolutioncoach.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/innerevolutioncoaching?original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2F
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Clark Lewis, also known as the Rogue Showman, is a multi-talented performer who specializes in juggling and sword swallowing. His performances are full of rock music and jaw-dropping stunts that will leave you amazed! Clark's love for learning skill-based tricks turned into a career that brings happiness to people and he aims to create a genuine and sincere connection with his audience. Connect with Clark:http://www.clarklewisjuggling.com/https://www.facebook.com/clarkthejuggler/https://www.instagram.com/clarklewisthejuggler/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUrZNDFIqOORNEC9m8VbeyA/videosWhere to find me:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ahappymomenthttps://goodpods.com/podcasts/a-happy-moment-200235https://twitter.com/AHappyMomentPodhttps://www.facebook.com/ahappymomentpodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/ahappymomentpodcast/
Cassandra DeAnn Van Curen shares her journey from a religiously abusive upbringing to a spontaneous spiritual awakening triggered by a solar eclipse. She discusses how her perception of religion has changed and how she found her path in metaphysical practices such as human design, Gene Keys, and reading the Akashic records. Reading the Akashic records allows her to tap into a field of information about past lives and the soul's journey. In this conversation, Cassandra DeAnn discusses her ability to read the Akashic Records and connect with people on a soul level. She explains that she can remotely read people's records by energetically connecting with their soul. Cassandra also shares her beliefs about extraterrestrials and the concept of starseeds. She believes that we are all starseeds, with origins outside of Earth, and that ETs are just consciousness experiencing life like we are. She emphasizes the importance of embodying our authentic expression and the need for growth and evolution.
Connect with Cassandra:https://www.cassandradeann.com/https://www.instagram.com/iamcassandradeann/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjdXC7cNz9bUjqBW3Q36GzAhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/things-i-talk-about/id1689904928?uo=4Where to find me:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ahappymomenthttps://goodpods.com/podcasts/a-happy-moment-200235https://twitter.com/AHappyMomentPodhttps://www.facebook.com/ahappymomentpodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/ahappymomentpodcast/
Tom Cahue's interest in the paranormal was sparked by growing up in a household that watched shows such as X-files and Unsolved Mysteries. As he got older, he rekindled his interest and became more involved in the paranormal community. He started a UFOs over PA meetup group and a podcast to provide a platform for people to share their paranormal experiences. Tom emphasizes the importance of credibility and skepticism in the paranormal field, as there are many hoaxes and fake videos. He also discusses Skinwalker Ranch and the need for trauma to be rectified in order to understand the strange phenomena that occur there. Tom also talks about his podcasts, Chasing Prophecy and Beyond the Radar, where he explores various paranormal topics and interviews guests in the field.
Connect with Tom:https://www.facebook.com/beyondtheradarnewshttps://www.facebook.com/chasingProphecyradiohttps://www.youtube.com/ @chasingprophecyparanormalr6447 https://www.youtube.com/@BeyondTheRadarNewsWhere to find me:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ahappymomenthttps://goodpods.com/podcasts/a-happy-moment-200235https://twitter.com/AHappyMomentPodhttps://www.facebook.com/ahappymomentpodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/ahappymomentpodcast/
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In this episode, I interview E.S. Argentum, one half of the author duo behind the sci-fi dystopian series Aces High, Joker's Wild. Along with co-author Olivia Wylie, they write under the pen name O.E. Tearmann. They discuss the origins of their pen name, the inspiration behind the series, and the importance of representation in their books. E.S. shares their own experiences with mental health and how writing the series has been therapeutic for them. They also talk about the future of the series and their plans for a quartet of young adult novels. Overall, the series aims to provide hope and explore themes of community and taking care of each other.Connect with O.E. Tearmann:https://www.oetearmann.com/https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B07J62VX9W/allbooks?ingress=0&visitId=6dffd51b-ea04-47e5-9ce8-02f8a3fe8232&ref_=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1Where to find me:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ahappymomenthttps://goodpods.com/podcasts/a-happy-moment-200235https://twitter.com/AHappyMomentPodhttps://www.facebook.com/ahappymomentpodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/ahappymomentpodcast/
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Interview with Ali Khamseh, of AK88 Studios! A focus on Hammer Studios horror films. Ali, an amateur filmmaker and horror enthusiast, shares his love for old-fashioned horror and the atmosphere of Hammer movies. We also discuss the popularity of horror movies in Iran and the appeal of vampire movies. Ali mentions his favorite Hammer films, including 'The Devil Rides Out'. Ali also shares his love of musicals, such as Singing in the Rain and Man of La Mancha. Ali talks about gaming and movies in Iran and the limitations imposed by the government.
Connect with Ali:https://www.youtube.com/@AK88Studios/videoshttps://www.instagram.com/AKhamseh88/https://letterboxd.com/AKhamseh88/Where to find me:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ahappymomenthttps://goodpods.com/podcasts/a-happy-moment-200235https://twitter.com/AHappyMomentPodhttps://www.facebook.com/ahappymomentpodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/ahappymomentpodcast/
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Flobo Boyce has done it all: Author, podcaster, comedian, e-sports caster and more. In this conversation, I talk with Flobo about our love for professional wrestling, favorite storylines, and the evolution of the industry. We also touch on the importance of women's wrestling and the advancements made in recent years. Flobo also shares his journey as an e-sports caster during the pandemic, and how a brush with death jumpstarted his career as a stand-up comedian and highlighting the importance of pursuing one's passions. He also talks about his book, 'Graduation Day,' and offers advice for aspiring podcasters. Plus, you can see how we did with our WrestleMania predictions!Connect with Flobo:https://flobito.com/https://www.youtube.com/@UCLdmJ8Rp_XXfQ7vTk4tDQdQ https://knewamsterdam.com/https://twitter.com/floboboycehttps://www.instagram.com/flobito/Where to find me:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ahappymomenthttps://goodpods.com/podcasts/a-happy-moment-200235https://twitter.com/AHappyMomentPodhttps://www.facebook.com/ahappymomentpodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/ahappymomentpodcast/
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Interview with author Judith Starkston focused on her historical fantasy series, the Tesha series, and specifically the fourth book, The Flights of Treason. Starkston discussed the challenges of marketing a niche genre like Hittite fantasy and the interest in the historical figure Puduhepa (Tesha), who is a marquee character in Turkey. She also shared her experience of using Tesha's personal seal (very cool!) to sign her books and the unique rituals and magic in Hittite culture.
Connect with Judith:https://www.judithstarkston.com/https://www.amazon.com/stores/Judith-Starkston/author/B008TSDBME?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1717040436&sr=8-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=truehttps://www.instagram.com/judith_starkston/https://twitter.com/JudithStarkstonhttps://www.facebook.com/judy.starkstonWhere to find me:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ahappymomenthttps://goodpods.com/podcasts/a-happy-moment-200235https://twitter.com/AHappyMomentPodhttps://www.facebook.com/ahappymomentpodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/ahappymomentpodcast/
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In this episode, I interview Park and Barb from Wicker Man Studios, a married couple and collaborative writers known for their relationship dramas in spooky worlds. They discuss their journey from meeting through a shared love of comics to co-authoring various works including novels and graphic novels. Highlights include their process of writing together, their favorite influences and top horror movies, and their recent projects such as 'Hungry Ghosts' and 'Song to the Siren.'Connect with Park and Barb:https://wickermanstudios.com/https://sspbooks.com/product/hungry-ghosts-prose-novel/https://sspbooks.com/product/hungry-ghosts-graphic-novel/https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057705847859https://twitter.com/parkcooperhttps://www.instagram.com/wickermanstudiosusa/https://www.pinterest.com/WickerManStudios/https://www.tiktok.com/@wickermanstudiosWhere to find me:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ahappymomenthttps://goodpods.com/podcasts/a-happy-moment-200235https://twitter.com/AHappyMomentPodhttps://www.facebook.com/ahappymomentpodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/ahappymomentpodcast/
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Episode 50! I share my thoughts on some horror movies from the 1980s, including 'The Prince of Darkness' by John Carpenter, 'Maniac Cop' starring Bruce Campbell and Tom Atkins, 'Hell Night' featuring Linda Blair, and 'Night of the Demons'. I'd love to hear your thought on these movies as well!Where to find me:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ahappymomenthttps://goodpods.com/podcasts/a-happy-moment-200235https://twitter.com/AHappyMomentPodhttps://www.facebook.com/ahappymomentpodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/ahappymomentpodcast/--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ahappymoment/message
Fantasy author J. Edwards Holt joins me to talk about his latest release, The Crossing: A Wayfarer's Chronicles, as well as some of his other works. We also chat about comics and having a preference for villains, plus the work that he does in the community.
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I interview Jay Watson, co-author of a book that explores the intriguing idea of deceased rock stars faking their deaths to become secret agents saving the world. Jay shares the creative process behind the book, including how he and co-author Kyle Wiltshire were inspired by the concept of alternative historical events and their shared love for films and storytelling. They delve into the development of their characters, incorporating famous musicians such as Elvis Presley and Kurt Cobain. Furthermore, Jay discusses the challenges and joys of co-writing, the legal considerations of using real public figures in fiction, and their hopes for expanding the universe they've created.
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A conversation with Sam Mitchell, creator of Autism Rocks and Rolls podcast, delving into Sam's journey with autism, passion for wrestling, and work in destigmatizing autism. Explore Sam's podcast growth, wrestling adventures, musical endeavors, and broadcasting aspirations. The script further ventures into wrestling storylines, favorite wrestlers, media humor, personal hobbies, culinary delights, and dreams for a podcast's future.Connect with Sam: https://autismrocksandrolls.com/https://www.youtube.com/@autismrocksandrollssammitc2906/videoshttps://www.instagram.com/autismrocksandrollspod/https://www.facebook.com/groups/229025325159144https://twitter.com/SamMitc95075321Where to find me:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ahappymomenthttps://goodpods.com/podcasts/a-happy-moment-200235https://twitter.com/AHappyMomentPodhttps://www.facebook.com/ahappymomentpodcast
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Interview with author M. Ryan, who discusses her journey from hairstyling school to writing, her young adult fantasy books, writing process, inspirations, and future projects. She talks about her current books, 'The Monster Hunter' and 'The Court of Monsters', and teases her upcoming series. M. Ryan emphasizes the importance of reading and shares insights into her writing traditions, inspirations, and challenges.
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In this episode of A Happy Moment, I interview special guest Guy Morris, delving into his journey from a troubled childhood to becoming a multi-talented author, songwriter, and technological innovator. Morris shares his early aspirations, struggles with homelessness and survival. We spend a lot of time exploring his novel, The Curse of Cortes, his research into historical mysteries for his novels, and his thoughts on artificial intelligence's future impacts. Could we see a future similar to that in The Terminator?
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In this episode of A Happy Moment, I chat with master story work coach Dave Robinson to discuss the transformative power of story work in improving well-being. Dave shares his journey from a history teacher and strength and conditioning coach to discovering story work after a life-changing encounter with a spider bite. He explains story work as a process of becoming aware of and analyzing the stories we tell about ourselves and our past experiences, using it to transition from stress states to states of well-being. Dave also touches on the common challenges people face in mental health. The discussion covers the impact of self-talk, identity exploration, and how external words affect us, alongside Dave's own strategies for maintaining mental health, including cold therapy and embracing physical challenges. Connect with Dave:https://www.workyourstories.com/https://www.instagram.com/daverobinson.coach/https://www.linkedin.com/in/workyourstoriesWhere to find me:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ahappymomenthttps://goodpods.com/podcasts/a-happy-moment-200235https://twitter.com/AHappyMomentPodhttps://www.facebook.com/ahappymomentpodcast
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In this episode of A Happy Moment, I interview horror author Shannon Lawrence, who discusses her debut novel 'Myth Stalker: Wendigo Nights', her journey as a writer, her interests in horror and fantasy genres since childhood, and insights into creating horror stories. Shannon shares her experiences with published short stories and her transition to novels, her passion for psychology in horror, and the themes and characters in her new book. The conversation also covers the Wendigo legend, Shannon's podcast 'Mysteries, Monsters, and Mayhem', advice for aspiring writers looking to submit their work, and the evolution of her writing career.
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Dirk Manning is the writer/creator of 20+ graphic novels ranging from horror to professional wrestling. In this episode, he joins me to talk about his latest project, Homestead, which is currently being crowdfunded on Kickstarter. It's a story of settlers at odds with Native Americans in 1868, with each side seeking to protect their loves ones and their way of life. An already delicate situation becomes even more volatile when werewolves enter the mix. In addition, Dirk shares some of his favorite comics and creators, as well as provides insight to those interested in crowdfunding their own project. He also reflects on his career and what it's meant to him.
This is my first full length video episode!
Where to find Dirk and the Kickstarter for Homestead: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/dirkmanning/homestead-comicNote: The paperback version will be available for retail sale, but the Kickstarter is the only way to get the hardcover and extras.https://www.dirkmanning.com/https://twitter.com/DirkManningWhere to find me:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ahappymomenthttps://goodpods.com/podcasts/a-happy-moment-200235https://twitter.com/AHappyMomentPodhttps://www.facebook.com/ahappymomentpodcast
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In this episode of A Happy Moment, I talk with special guest John Court, known as JokersRiseHD on Twitch, about his experience as a Twitch streamer, his journey in gaming and his preference for RPGs. John shares his insights on Twitch streaming, the challenge of increasing engagement, and the balance of streaming with personal life. The conversation shifts to wrestling, discussing favorite wrestlers, the return of CM Punk to WWE, and the potential impact of streaming platforms on professional gaming and wrestling viewership. John advises new Twitch streamers on maintaining authenticity and managing a sustainable streaming schedule.
Connect with John:Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/jokersrisehdTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jokersrise21Where to find me:
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In this episode, I interview fantasy author J.V. Hilliard, who shares his journey from being a busy entrepreneur to becoming a 'COVID author' during the pandemic lockdowns. Hilliard discusses the unforeseen transition of his debut fantasy novel into a series, now poised to release its fourth installment. He dives into his writing process, the evolution from daily nonfiction writing to leveraging his Dungeons and Dragons experience for creating compelling fantasy narratives, and the creation of 'The Warminster Saga,' which blends epic and dark fantasy elements. He also talks about a video game adaptation that's in the works. How cool is that!?
Connect with J.V.!J.V. Hilliard - author of The Warminster Series (jvhilliard.com)J.V. Hilliard, Author (@JVHilliardBooks) / X (twitter.com)
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I'm joined by TTRPG creator Kyle Decker, as we discuss his experience with tabletop gaming and the creation of the Under the Neighborhood role playing game. He shares insights on character creation, gameplay mechanics, and the influence of cartoons on the game's design. Kyle also talks about his Quest Friends actual play podcast.
Where to find Kyle and his projects:
Under the Neighborhood by Quest Friends! (itch.io)Quest Friends! (questfriendspodcast.com)Quest Friends! (@quest_friends) | TikTok
Quest Friends! (@Quest_Friends) / X (twitter.com)Kyle Decker (@Deckelodeon) / X (twitter.com)Where to find me:Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ahappymomentGoodpods: https://goodpods.com/podcasts/a-happy-moment-200235Twitter: https://twitter.com/AHappyMomentPodFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ahappymomentpodcast
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This episode serves as an introduction to the world's largest basketball simulation game - BuzzerBeater! I'm joined by special guest Tyler, from the Bubbles BuzzerBeater YouTube channel. We do a general overview of the game and discuss what new players can expect, as well as the state of the game.
BuzzerBeater and Tyler's YouTube channel:
https://www.buzzerbeater.comBubbles BuzzerBeater - YouTube
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Chakra Wonders is an organization dedicated to helping people raise their spiritual vibration and becoming the best versions of themselves. In this episode, I'm joined by founder Dexter Morton as we discuss topics such as: What exactly is a chakra and how does it affect us, spirituality and electromagnetic energy, the existence of spirits, angels and demons and the power of meditation.
Chakra Wonders and Dexter's socials: https://chakrawonders.com/pages/about-ushttps://www.youtube.com/@OnionSoup444Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chakrawondersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/chakrawonders/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chakrawonders444
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From writing and editing, to directing and acting - Jack Bowman and Kenton Hall have done it all. Last year, they set their sights on a silent horror film from 1927 that was destroyed in a vault fire - London After Midnight, starring the legendary Lon Chaney. Jack and Kenton, along with fellow writer Lance Roger Axt, have breathed new life into this classic by remaking it into a full cast audio drama as well as a novelization. Today they join me to talk about these exciting projects!
Check out the project at londonaftermidnight.co.ukYou can find them on Twitter @kentonhall and @realjackbowman.
Jack's website www.audiomarvels.com
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Fortean investigator and host of On Wednesdays, We Talk Weird, Ashley Hilt, makes her second appearance on the show. We discuss the squonk, the Beast of Bray Road and other creatures, as well as our experiences at cryptid conventions, UFO's and more.
Check out On Wednesdays, We Talk Weird and interact with Ashley! Ashley Hilt | Instagram, Facebook | Linktree
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Preparing for A Happy Moment relaunch and YouTube channel!
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This is the final episode of A Happy Moment. I just wanted to say thank you to everybody and talk about my future plans.
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I join Garrett, Louis and Nano on their podcast, We Couldn't Think of a Podcast Name, to chat about the differences between older and newer horror movies, our favorites, the worst ones and the most influential, and more! This was a special episode because Garrett is my cousin, and we don't get to see each other very often. It was a lot of fun and I hope you enjoy it! Check out the links below for more from We Couldn't Think of a Podcast Name!
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Twitter: @wctopn
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Gamer. Voice actor. Illustrator. Musician. Mel is all these things, and more. Above all else though, she's a really cool person and I hope you'll join me in getting to know her!
Twitter: @Mel_of_Agrimoor
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Inspired by my recent cryptid episode with Ashley Hilt, I decided to take a look at the 1957 movie The Abominable Snowman of the Himalayas. It's an excellent offering from Hammer studios!
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Ashley is the co-host of the On Wednesday's, We Talk Weird podcast and a Fortean investigator who researches cryptids, UFO's and other forms of High Strangeness. She joins me to chat about Big Foot, Mothman, Mongolian death worms, aliens and other weird things!
Ashley Hilt | Twitter, Instagram, Facebook | Linktree
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Amy from Fantasy Fiction Fanatics & Turbo join me to discuss the newest Dragonlance book: Dragons of Deceit by Margaret Weis and Tracy Hickman! Spoiler Warning This episode contains spoilers! Nothing in the book is off-limits. If you haven't read the book but plan on it, I don't recommend listening.
For a non-spoiler review, please visit Amy's Youtube channel: Book Review: Dragons of Deceit by Margaret Weis and Tracy Hickman - YouTube or website: Book Review: Dragons of Deceit – Fantasy Fiction Fanatics You can also find her on Discord, where she has a community dedicated to talking about all things fantasy! https://discord.gg/PfJzw9Ck
Also, please check out Turbo's Youtube channel where she sings Dragonlance songs, including a song she created about the minotaur debate on whether or not they have hooves or feet! A Dragonlance Debate About Minotaur Feet - YouTube
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Wrestling fan Italy makes his second appearance on the show! We discuss the results of Stardom's 5 Star GP, the current tag league, Syuri vs. Guilia and the women's IWGP championship. Apologies for the volume fluctuating in a few areas.
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Review of the board game Hunters of the Lost Creatures! Note: My explanation of the Cat-a-pult and Turnado cards got chopped off. The Cat-a-pult lets you eliminate any card from any open park, and the Turnado lets you swap any two creatures so long as they are in open parks.
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My very first guest on the show, Tina the Librarian, is back! She's here to help me review the latest horror movie in the Halloween franchise, Halloween Ends! Warning: This episode contains full spoilers. If you plan on watching the movie, I don't recommend listening!
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Beware the unknown! Review of Josh Malerman's debut novel, Bird Box! A horror novel full of tension that will have you eagerly flipping through the pages to find out what happens next!
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Interview with Dre from the Ta2squid podcast! Fun times talking about wrestling and horror movies! I get Dre's opinion on one of my least favorite angles from the Attitude Era, plus we also talk about some current events in wrestling. And of course, we have to spend time on horror movies. Find out a few of Dre's favorites and hear his predictions for Halloween Ends.
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Interview with video game content creator, Bazgrim! We talk about old school MMORPG's, then spend the second half of the episode discussing the highly anticipated, upcoming MMO Pantheon: Rise of the Fallen!
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Interview with video game content creator, Bazgrim! We talk about old school MMORPG's, then spend the second half of the episode discussing the highly anticipated, upcoming MMO Pantheon: Rise of the Fallen!
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Book review for The Art of Prophecy by Wesley Chu. This is an action-packed fantasy novel in a Chinese-inspired setting. Highly recommended, especially for those looking for something a little different in the fantasy genre.
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Interview with Tim McCarthy, host of the 20Timinutes podcast that focuses on mental health with humor, insight and personal stories. We talk a lot about wrestling, and also his podcast, favorite Halloween movies and his time as a game show contestant.
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Interview with the band Lesbian Bed Death. If you're into horror, rock, metal, or goth music, then this is the band for you! We discuss their music, new music video, upcoming tour, favorite horror movies and hobbies.
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Joe is an author of dark fantasy, epic poetry and non-fiction work, as well as an editor. We discuss the elements of writing and which ones are the most important. We talk about his most recent releases, including his book to help people unlock their creative potential, The Divine. Joe also shares some reading recommendations and a few other talented authors to check out.
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A review of the dark fiction anthology, Blood Bank! Also some exciting news about a future episode!
Comparing wrestling to books and a history of my time as a fan. As mentioned in the episode, here is Syuri vs. Utami: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZWwwvcmMC04