Garden of Thought

Thomas & I welcome in our first reigning world champion, MLW Heavyweight champion Mads Atrosity Krule Krugger. The black hlove of Contra Unit. 

Sure we chit chat about wrestling and all his many names. We make sure to establish that he and Thomas hit each other very hard. We establish Krule is producing mini Krules to establish a Krule dynasty. We might have broken some news. A spoiler: CW Anderson isn't dead. That one is free. You have to listen for the rest. No, I did not ask about Baba Thunder.

We talk about food, protests, scratchy v...

This show was to be about King Solomon and the ring and the demons. And it is. But we covered so much more that we may have to do a part two. Who was Solomon? When was Solomon? What led to Solomon?

Well, that takes us back to Adam and Eve. Our old friend, Lilith. A whole lot on The Satan. A touch of Cain. Some parts on Moses. A whole bunch on angels, Archangels, Fallen Angels (Nephilim). Bethsheba, Ben Yohada, The ring, other rings, mountains as prisons, underground lairs, and the Scarecrow. 

Oh yeah, some T...

Ricky Reyes is a veteran of Ring of Honor among other promotions. In fact, he was CM Punk's roommate and assumed a lease for ole' Chick Magnet. Yes, we will discuss that. 

But most importantly to me, he was a henchman wrestler working for the very corrupt Dario Cueto, while also being an undercover cop infiltrating Dario's odios organization. 

We get a unique PJ story, We also discuss Ricky's career, what's he up to, and what he's about.

Aaron Hynes is an explorer, researcher, former resident of Peru, tour guide, future resident of Peru, and the host of Breaking Ancient News. 

Aaron has a fascination with ancient civilizations and the unanswered gaps left by accepted archeology. While we spend most of our time discussing the Andean civilizations, we're not limited to that region. Hynes believes there was a root culture that harnessed certain technologies that have been lost to time. 

We discuss what the people of Peru told him they believe and what their histories tell. We visit some olf "friends" such as Vera Co...

We are joined by author and researcher Patrick Chouinard, who discusses his work on the Lost Giants of Atlantis. Let's get this out of the way: he doesn't believe in a physical place named Atlantis. He uses the common word as a placeholder for an advanced civilization lost to history. He also uses the word Aryan, but not in the corrupted way that's become the common use. Rather, the ancient use which simply traces the Iranic peoples from Asia, throughout Eurasia, the Near East, and beyond and very clearly the full spectrum of skin colors.

Patrick's book has...

The Bayou Geek (singular), Maximus returns to discuss some light fare conspiracies. Mainly Mandela Effect items. Some I've heard and had. Some are new to me. This was mostly fun and games until I blasphemed. Repeatedly. Oh well. I'm a heretic. 

Was there a werwolf themed monster cereal? Would you rather be a werewolf or a vampire? Are aliens walking among us? And those silly bears.

It's in here.

We're back. But it's not clear when. It's season 2 of Dark and we're untangling the triquenta knot over at least 5 time zones and parellel stories. Between the three of us, maybe we got it right.

Liz Entin lost her father several years ago. That led her down a path of researching and exploration. And despite being dubious of the existence of any God, she does believe there is an afterlife. 

This show is our discussion,

Liz has written two books, with a third coming, both with the title WTF Just Happened as the top line title. She has a podcast of the same name.

I was requested to weigh in on the show "Dark". The problem was, I hadn't watched it. The lesser problem was I didn't want to do a solo show on a three season show. So, one of the suggesters was recruited and he, in turn, recruited another. Thus, three Lynbrook, NY public school kids - now AARP members - reunited for the first time to review the German mystery box show "Dark",

Note: There are spoilers. Constantly. Like every aspect will be spoiled. We might not be right, but we are revealing everything as we understood the show.<...

The Red Line podcast's, Mike Hilliard, re-enters the Garden to discuss some oddities in certain borders. There are exclaves and enclaves throughout the world. Some have been with us so long, they confuse us as to their status as a State or otherwise. 

They often are points of contention, simmering or active conflicts, and a cause of wars. We go over some of the better known ones. But the fun part, is going over some of the lesser known ones. Although I suppose that depends where you are from.

We also review some of the political a...

Yes, we do talk about Raja Jackson, but only a little and mostly due to the recent developments. Mostly, we talk about fun stuff. Like how Aleister Black made Doug sad. Like what did Mr. Thomas do for his summer vacation. Like how Mr. T is getting some action cards. Like what do both guys like to eat and will they have an eating contest in Cali. 

Most importantly, what does The Epic and me have in common? 

You'll laugh. You'll cry, You'll enjoy the whole thing. 

My grade: F. Why? Because I failed to...

We welcome back in Prof. Jon F. White from Crecganford to discuss the historic mythological evoluation of dragons. When did dragons grow into Smog from basically an oversized winged lizard?

We trace the stories of the past and try to apply them to arenas we all recognize. How did serpents turn into dragons? But many of these serpents were enormous. Size of the primordial waters of the universe big. Encircling the world big. Making up all the bodies of water on Earth big. A beast that a hero and/or god needed to slay big. 

Is t...

Bet you thought this episode was about pizza. Nope.

We welcome back Geophysicist, Dr. Jeffrey Zurek, to discuss a couple of issues on my mind. Both have very real geopolitical aspects. But we still tried to have fun.

Currently, the United States is engaging in a policy that can be described as "Fortress America". Basically, an economic plan of isolationalism. Part of this is "drill baby, drill". However, we can't drill our way into eliminating petroleum imports. Why? Geology and chemistry.  

The other item is what is a continent? Turns out there is international la...

Folks, I rarely suggest you need to listen to a prior episode, but if you're not pretty familiar with Egyptian mythology, you should seek out the prior episode or two where our guest appeared. Who's the guest? The magician, Mogg Morgan of the Mandrake. 

It's been a while since we visited Egypt on the show. I've learned so much since then. I've forgotten more. And I've come up with more half baked theories.

But I did have some specific questions for Morgan. I may have even gotten some of those. Among them is why are Ammon a...

Ruvimbo Samaga is an African lawyer with multiple degrees. She currently practices in Zimbabwe, her country of birth. She's achived many accolades and is a frequent speaker, consultant, alumnus of the Space Court Foundation's Lachs Moot Court competition, and has a start up related to space based technology to aid agriculture.

We discuss her journey and her understanding and involvement with African interests in space. In addition to Africa's approaches to creating space programs and influencing space policy and regulation on an international basis.

Of course I talk about Bond villains. Of course we talk about...

Ikuro Kwon & I are joined by Joseph J. Alexander. Joseph has done a lot in wrestling, but it's his non wrestling activities and experiences that we focused on. Like ghost stories. Like being a totem for the dead. Like the haunting of Arena Mexico. The Warrens of "The Conjuring" fame make the show as well.

We also discuss paganism and certain mythologies, philosophies and esoterica. You don't want to miss this conversation.

Is there esoteric symbolism behind some of our most cherished stories? You bet there is! Once you start, it might be hard to stop but I went through the looking glass and followed the yellow brick road to start on this search. Yes, we're exploring the esoteric aspects of Alice in Wonderland and the Wizard of Oz. In this, we touch on some minor topics like the role of institutions, systems, self and God. Small stuff. We also examine the Persephone archetype and whether it apples. What's a psycho pomp? 

who's "we"? I'm glad you asked. My esoteric d...

As any long time listener knows, I've been looking for a Marine Biologist to talk to. Well, the sea was angry that day, my friends, because I found my white whale. Alan Moore is a marine biologist and the President and Director of two accredited Marine Biology programs in Western Florida. They specialize is sharks and rays. So, of course we talked about sharks and rays. We also talk about - queue heroic music - octopusses!. Also, whales, porpoises, dolphins, seals, and lots of other animals great and small. So, don't be an old man trying to return soup at...

We welcome in former musician and current author, Jonni Jordyn. She's written many books, including two series'. The first involve an isolated clan, forced to venture out of their Eden into a wider world where they encounter new beats, ecologies, and other people. 

The Grull are an ancient clan of people that lived 10,000 years ago. They
must find a new homeland when their village is destroyed by a flood. They
also have the option of seeking the home of their ancestors and living
there, but the journey is perilous and exposes them to the dangers o...

Kay Sparling is an international opera and sacred singer. Now
retired, she lives in the Upper Midwest with her feline writing
buddy, the invincible Paducah. When not teaching voice lessons
or writing, Kay enjoys gardening, hiking, adventure travelling, and
cooking for family and friends.

More information about Kay can be found at: Kay Sparling – Author

Near the end of the Cold War, Kaitlyn Stewart lands an
apprenticeship at the Vienna State Opera. Soon after arriving,
she is recruited by the CIA as the only female high profile
operative in Mi...

We get a little swampy as the Garden is invaded by The Bayou Geeks!

What makes them Bayou? What makes them geeks?

What do we talk about? E V E R Y T H I N G. Conspiracies,a little sports, a top 5 list of best movie and sequel, a little spooky stuff. We talk a bunch about New Orleans and get a little real with stuff going on in the real world. This episode probably is a lot closer to the first months of this show; which I drrifted away from rather unintentionally, and surprisingly...

Archeologist Ed Barnhart of MayaExploration.org, among other places, rejoins us to discuss Easter Island. But before that, we discuss his theory on how certain megalithic blocks were fused together.You won't want to miss that.

But the main event is Easter Island. We start with it's modern history since Western "discovery". What are the orginial settlement theories? What do the indiginous themselves say? What does the archeology say? We go into their likely societal structures, certain times of disruption, the myths about trees, just who are those giant head statues of? We talk some about mythology and...

Unmasking the Freak: Wrestling, Streaming, and the Unexpected | GOT Presents the Gospel of Thomas
Join us for an engaging episode of GOT Presents the Gospel of Thomas as we welcome professional wrestler and aspiring streamer, Zeke the Freak. Co-hosted by Vinny Pacifico, this episode dives into Zeke's journey in the wrestling world and his new venture into retro gaming streaming. Discover Zeke's theater background, his passion for Mario and Donkey Kong, and listen to his intriguing personal anecdotes. From discussions on professional wrestling dynamics to paranormal experiences and long-term career aspirations, this episode is packed with insights, humor, and...

The origins of modern man is a bush, not a tree, and it spans somewhere between 5 to 7 million years. From some common ancestor, chimpanzees and what would become us split. To help us explore this bush, we enlisted Archeologist/Anthropologist, Professor John Hoopes. 

What's an Australopithecus v a Homo? Who's Lucy? Were Neatherthals giants or Judd Hirsh or neither? Were Denisovans giants or Elves or Al Leong or none? 

Are Humanoid reptilians possible on Earth? Are Paracus skulls a different species?

All these questions and SEVEN MILLION YEARS covered.

P.S. since th...

Sheri Hoidra, Esquire, visits us for the second time to discuss the current status of immigration law since last we spoke a few weeks into the Trump Presidency. Unfortunately, we have learned that the landscape is still full of landmines, quicksand, and other booby traps. We have a wide ranging conversation where we frequently trade rants. 

There was a segment where her email would not load. The statistics she was seeking are the following:

New immigration cases recorded so far in 2025 - 431,343. 735,327 cases completed in 2025.

Of those, only 1.49% of immigration cases were based on a...

George John Haas is the author of 3 books and a forthcoming scientific paper. The books are "The Cydonia Codex", "The Martian Codex", and his newest "The Great Architects of Mars". 

Haas was an artist by trade and tells his story of how he fell into the study of Mars and it's anamolous features. Humans have been photographing Mars since the 1970's and as technology and resolution improves, so do the questions increase.

Haas and his team has taken an interdisciplinary approach into the study. This includes geologists, veterinarians and former government physicists. 

The anamolies st...

We welcome in Bronze Star recipient Leo Fox, who you might know from OVW, NWA and CYN. He's a man with a very interesting story of struggles and recoveries. Now he's living his dream, wrestling full time, with a wife and new child. Of course we also talk nonsense. Which leads me to tell my paranormal experience. I hate when they reverse the tables on me. Lol. 

Gordon Adams is a graduate of Columbia University and worked in the national security sector including serving at the Undersecretary level, reporting to Leon Panetta, during the Clinton administration. Adams also worked with Think Tanks and authored numerous pieces in this space.

We had a wide ranging discussion touching on everything from the "Deep State" to human trafficking to Project 2025. I can't do justice to the breadth and depth by summary. I felt this episode merited consecutive publishing after Prof. DeGennaro's most recent appearance; as they are complimentary shows. However, this show was far more focused on domestic...

Professor Patricia DeGennaro returns once again between assignments and projects to discuss the state of the world. What's going on domestically (US)? what's going on around the world? How the two are related? I can't give a decent summary. You just have to listen.

Bernie Taylor is back and this time we're tackling Homer. Specifically, the more monstruous and magical aspects of his famous journey home from Troy. We're covering the Oddysey. But paying specific attention to the monsters and some of what all of that might represent.

Essay 1 is the first of what may become a more regular feature: me doing a solo show, talking about something I've thought a lot about but never decided upon the right way or place to present it. 

While most GoT shows are apolitical, that's not entirely the case. My politics and those of guests, come through at times. I consider myself a Centrist. That doesn't mean I'm in the Center of every issue. I might be extremely Conservative about many and pretty Progressive or Liberal about others. But for many issues, I recognize they are complex and no o...

When we ask C The Superior to present on a topic as our apprentice host, she always brings the research. 

She takes me through some of the premier Anime properties and their relationship to mythologies. Primarily Shintoism. But Taoism and Chinese myths are visited. Especially when we talk about how Goku and Dragonball Z is The Monkey King and Journey to the East!

Along the way, there are the usual diversions and meanderings. Including a restatement on kung fu witches built like Baywatch in school girl uniforms. 

Do we find other mythological parallels? Why is...

We meet Vicious Vicki Venuto. She's a Jersey Girl. A Jersey Shore girl to be precise. And she'll kick your teeth in if you don't like it. 

Our own Mr. Thomas was a Jersey Shore guy because of course he was. They share tales and stereotypes. 

We explore the Lubabu(?) craze. We talk food. We always talk food. Did she have any supernatural experiences or beliefs? Turns out everyone does.

What's the New Jersey Devil?

Why is the University of New Jersey known by a different name? Jets or Giants or are bo...

John Michael Godier is a scientist and an avid follower in the UFO phenomena. He hosts the Event Horizon podcast and has a huge YouTube channer of the same name. He's also the author of two science fiction novels. He's spoken to everyone even remotely in field from Professor Avi Loeb to the disclosure skeptics and advocates. 

We discuss many of the recent stories including the disclosure efforts from certain nations, our interstellar visitors, the Ferme paradox, etc. 

We also visit some issues that aren't well reported as they occurred in the Soviet Union during the Co...

Brian Townsend was in law enforcement for approximately three decades; primarily with the United States Drug Enforcement Agency. Since retired, he's involved with a 501C3 non profit educating and reaching regarding the extraordinary dangers of fetanyl. 

We discuss his upbringing and professional career. He explains the remit of the DEA and we explore how the DEA works in other countries, the chain of command, and separates fact from fiction. Jeffzikastan plays a large role. International law and law enforcemant is discussed. No one knows exactly what Interpol is. How do Ambassadors fit in? Are different Warrants handled differently? W...

Arthur Slade was raised in the Cypress Hills of southwest Saskatchewan (on a ranch). He wasn’t
raised by wolves. It was elves. And one grumpy dwarf. He began writing at an early age. It took
a few years but he is now the author of more than thirty novels, including Dust (which won the
Governor General’s award), Dragon Assassin, and The Hunchback Assignments. He currently
lives in the mythical city of Saskatoon and does all of his writing on a treadmill desk while he
listens to heavy metal. Really. It’s true.

F...

Hillary Johns is a business and trial litigator. Her offices are in Beverly Hills, San Francisco and New York. So, you know she's not messing around. But she's also an attorney that spends a lot of time with new and small businesses. 

We discuss what a new businessperson should consider. What is necessary. What is good to seriously consider. And what are warning signs and items people routinely ignore...until it's too late. If I did this show solo, it would have been 85% identical on substance. But it's better if you don;t hear it from me, but a...

The Sun Runners, the latest young adult/new adult
science fiction novel from Aurora Award-winning author
James Bow (Icarus Down), comes out November 12 from
Shadowpaw Press—alongside Tales from the Silence, and
exciting collection of short fiction by a diverse group of
notable authors set in the same future, releasing from
Shadowpaw Press imprint Endless Sky Books.
In Bows’s detailed future setting, Earth’s civilization,
overwhelmed by environmental catastrophe and war, all
but collapses. To the far-flung residents of colonies on
Mars, Venus, Mercury and in the Asteroid Belt, it’s t...

Wrestler, boxer, MMA fighter, personal trainer, peanut butter afficionado. That describes a particularly savage gentleman. We talk to Victor Benjamin,

A little about wrestling. A lot about peanut butter, candy, and other really important things.

Maxim W. Furek has been described as the 21st Century's John Keel. Keel was a groundbreaking paranormal investigator and author. He's also been described as Pennsylvania's iconoclastic paranormal author. 

His works include Coal Region HooDoo, Flying Saucer Esoteric, Sheppton: The Myth, Miracle & Music, The Lost Tribes of Bigfoot, and the forthcoming Paranormal Apocolypse.

We talk about his life, his path towards this life, and the books themselves. We touch on many of our favorite subjects and enjoy the frequently visited and trademarked Garden meanderings.

Brendon Traxler is working to provide residential lliving under the sea. Not a submarine. Not a hotel. Homes. For real. He's been developing the plans for some time. There's a company created and all sorts of experts. The Atlantis Sea Colony might be a reality in the decade one to two decades.

We discuss his path and background. Of course, I ask about the legal issues ranging from entity formation, insurance, and the stigma of colonization.Environmental concerns are also considered. Some workshopping too. No, I wasn't offered a plot.

Come on it...the water's temperatire...

Tricia Copeland believes in finding magic. She thinks magic infuses every aspect of our lives, whether it is the magic of falling in love, discovering a new passion, viewing a beautiful sunset, or reading a book that transports us to another world. An avid runner and Georgia native, Tricia now lives with her family and four-legged friends in Colorado. Find all her titles from contemporary romance, now penned under Maria Jane, and fantasy, to dystopian fiction.

Her works have won numerous awards.

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We're joined by Alex Kane just days after he became a free agent. So, we do talk about intra-wrestling business items related to that status. How it feel? How does a talent approach free agency? 

Being Thomas' stable mate for years, they have a lot of chatting to do. Bomaye remains for the people. 

What makes a top guy? Is being once ranked the 25th best wrestler in the world count? Does being a former champion of a major promotion increase one's value? How does one fix their rates or is it more reactive? We discuss th...

Eduardo Castrillo produced and directed the indie creature feature Bears on a Ship. That's the pitch. What more needs to be typed?

Fine. He also did Catfished and Cowboys v Samurais v Werewolves. 

Oh yeah. He's my guest and we talk about the film.

Justin Tepe is an attorney practicing in Maryland and DC and handles a lot of business clients in the business of cannibis. We discuss the law, the policies and some of the issues. There is a peculiar divergence between Federal law and the laws of many States. How did this happen? How do businesses navigate these waters? We banter about many of the nuances of this world, in the atypical Garden way.

How is it that the dreamers among us always know which way to go? The irrational path often
appears brilliant in hindsight. When one takes a leap of faith, there can be challenging
obstacles.

How is it that the dreamers among us always know which way to go? The irrational path often
appears brilliant in hindsight. When one takes a leap of faith, there can be challenging
obstacles.

First Place Gold Award at 2024 BookFest in Fiction - Short Stories Category
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Few people know how nonprofits work. Dan does.
 Specializing in helping business owners and
 professionals create nonprofits that last, Dan has
 helped new nonprofits raise over $3 million,
 turned around several struggling organizations,
 and helped over 30 nonprofit leaders create
 sustainable nonprofits. 

Dan Johnson is a 4x nonprofit founder, former
 impact evaluator, and nonprofit coach. He grew
 his first nonprofit to 10,000 volunteers
 nationwide in 3 years, and has created federal and
 state policy change on numerous issues. Dan’s
 work has been featured in The Nonprofit
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This edition of the Gospel of Thomas welcomes in Kaia McKenna. Kaia is a professional wrestler hailing from Maryland's Eastern Shore. She also started training relatively late in life. NOt the typical combination.

Luckily, she's persistent, level headed, and comes from a supportive familial extended coven. Yes, she's a witch. But a good witch. Mostly.

Ann Charles is the author of several series' and co-creates other works with her husband. Her 14 book series takes place in Deadwood. Yes, the site of my favorite TV show. So, we had to meet. We have a wide ranging conversation about her works, Deadwood, cartography, and the usual unusual landscape that is the Garden.

From Stephen King to the Chorus, we're talking about it. 

USA Today Bestselling author, Ann Charles, writes spicy stories
full of mystery, comedy, adventure, suspense, romance, and
supernatural mayhem. When she's not dabbling in fiction, she's arm
wrestling w...

I'm confused and concerned about what's going on with immigration law and practice. Also, what's not going on: Due Process in a lot of cases. And I'm a lawyer, but not an immigration lawyer. So, I found one willing to talk. Sheri Hodra is the child of immigrants and is a zealous advocate for her client's rights. And she's flustered too.

Yet she seems pretty cool, calm and collected. Most of my episodes are evergreen, but not all. Perhaps this one is. Perhaps not. The history we're making will tell the tale.

This is an immigration...

The Garden welcomes back Professor Richard Spence to continue in our "academic" exploration of the occult. This episode focuses on some of the better known names in Occultism over the past 200 years or so. We learn about Helena BLavatsky, Rudolph Steiner, Aleiter Crowley, Anton LaVay, among others. From the elite homes of Tsarist Russia to Marin County, California, we visit upon the truth, fiction, legend and what's in between. What's Theosophy? What's Anthrosophy? Is there a difference between of Satanist and a Luciferian? Don't be afriad, this is academic. Mostly.

Join hosts Jeff and Mister Thomas on this episode of GOT Presents as they welcome the incredible "La Princesa" herself, Tiffany Nieves!
Fresh off winning the Exodus Pro Women's Championship and making waves in the NWA, Tiffany shares insights into her wrestling journey, including:
Her training experiences at Flatbacks and OVW with legends like Al Snow, Tyler Breeze, Shawn Spears, Jay Lethal, and Matt Sydal.
Making history in the NWA, including the first women's cage match in Alabama.
Her intense rivalry and matches with Natalia Markova.
Training at Booker T's Reality Wrestling in Texas and...

Beth Castrodale is the author of 4 books. Her most recent is entirled "The Inhabitants" and it won the 2024 best horror book by Best Books Awards. 

We discuss her biographical information and the book. We talk ghosts and hauntings and the writing process. Her influences and related aspects are explored. You'll get the typical Garden meanderings and accidental poignancies. 

“A story of contemporary sensibilities, haunting presences, and mystical concoctions, The Inhabitants is an engrossing and entrancing novel that blends familiar and distinctive elements.”      —Foreword Clarion Reviews “The Inhabitants is a spellbinding tale that presents a transformative journey, where unexpected a...

Jay Holland has a national practice focusing on employment law. Along with better known areas such as civil rights, he practices in a niche area involving certain types of whistleblowers in what are known as Qui Tam cases. Qui Tam is not a martial art. Qui Tam allows a private individual to prosecute a case on behalf of the government, with incentives, when that individual(s) is/are blowing the whistle on fraud against the government. 

If I ever knew this existed, I long forgot it until I spoke to Holland. Jay shares with us the history of t...

In the latest episode of GoT Presents, we had the pleasure of sitting down with Akira Kwon, the current holder of the MLW Middleweight Championship. Fresh off the excitement of WrestleMania, the conversation flowed seamlessly from the highs and lows of wrestling to personal growth and the journey that brought Akira to where he is today.

Akira's story is one of resilience and determination. He shared how he fell in love with wrestling at a young age and how life experiences, including challenges and setbacks, shaped his path. After promising his mother he would complete his education, he...

Professor Michael York rejoins us to discuss the day Wednesday. Sort of. Wednesday is Woden's Day. Odin. But Wednesday is also Miercoles. Mercury. Who is often considered Hermes, who is usually associated with Hermod in the Norse panoply. Or is he? Where does Lucifer come in? Does he? Despite me making this mistake numerous times, it's Venus - not Mercury - that is the "morning star". How about Abraxus? Who? Well, you'll find out.

Wednesday spilled into some confusion regarding Saturday, but the answer was recollected post production and is below. 


Mars became Tyr (Tuesday), M...

Robert Emery was a child prodigy. He could replay whatever music he heard on the piano without any formal training. His parents knew they had a gifted child and the rest is history. Emery also isn't promoting anything other than classical music. He wants people to listen to classical music and embrace it as evergreen "cool". My quotes, not his. 

He tells his story from a personal level. While I explore the legal and business aspects in a parallel fashion. We discuss items like did he have helicopter parents; when and how did he acquire an agent; how d...

D. C. Gomez is an award-winning USA Today
Bestselling Author, podcaster, motivational speaker,
and coach. Born in the Dominican Republic, she
grew up in Salem, Massachusetts. D. C. studied film
and television at New York University. After college
she joined the US Army, and proudly served for four
years.
D. C. has a Master’s Degree in Science Administration from the Central Michigan University, as well
as a Master in Adult Education from Texas A&M- Texarkana University. She is a certified John
Maxwell Team speaker and coach, and a certified me...

In this engaging episode of GOT Presents the Gospel of Thomas, hosts Thomas and Jeff welcome the charismatic Steve Off to discuss his journey in the wrestling world and beyond. From his experiences in the ring to his upcoming documentary project "Heavy Healing," Steve shares insights into how heavy music can be a source of strength for those facing mental and physical challenges. The conversation delves into the nuances of wrestling promotions, the significance of character development, and the humor found in the wrestling community. With anecdotes about celebrity encounters and discussions on pop culture, including the complexities of horror...

Professor Tricia DeGennaro returns to talk about things we need to know about in the world. And boy, is there a lot. We discuss the Panama Canal. We discuss Canada. We discuss Greenland. We discuss Europe and Russia. We discuss the Middle East. We only scratch the surface. But we did discuss the Arctic too.

Donna Hall was born into a troubled family. Her mother seemed to have questionable taste in men. She met Donna's step-father when he was in prison and they got married within a year. Strangely, his last name was also Hall, and he was the prolific snitch in Philadelphia. But he wasn't just a snitch. When he wasn't being an abusive step-parent, he was often getting arrested. The get out of trouble, he would solve crimes for the police and prosecutors. The problem was, he made up all the information. He and Donna's mother engaged in elaborate storytelling to get innocent...

In this episode, we welcome the larger-than-life Ben Bishop, who brings his unique perspective on the world of wrestling and sports. Join us as we dive into everything from college basketball to the intricacies of independent wrestling, all while sharing laughs and insights on the wrestling community. Ben shares his experiences and thoughts on the current state of the industry, while also reflecting on his journey through the wrestling world. Don't miss this entertaining and insightful conversation!
Chapters:
(00:00) Thomas will be the new MLW world heavyweight champion
(03:42) People say I'm getting cooked because I disagreed with Dave...

Brad C. Anderson lives with his wife and puppy in Vancouver, Canada.
He teaches undergraduate business courses at a local university and
researches organizational wisdom in blithe defiance of the fact most
people do not think you can put those two words in the same
sentence without irony. Previously, he worked in the biotech sector,
where he made drugs for a living (legally!).
His stories have appeared in a variety of publications. His short story “Naïve Gods” was
longlisted for a 2017 Sunburst Award for Excellence in Canadian Literature of the Fantastic. It
...

Robert D. Schulte has been an attorney for over 30 years and focuses primarily in Aviation Law. He's also a licensed commercial pilot. He's practiced both defense and plaintiff's side. He'll explain the difference. He also defends persons and entities against the FAA seeking to tkae away their licenses, among other things. We discuss the recent air incidents, the standards of care, statutes od limitations, and a whole host of related information.

In this episode of Garden of Thought, we welcome the dynamic April Hunter, who shares her unique experiences and thoughts on a variety of intriguing topics. From her adventures in wrestling to her insights on psychedelics and the current state of the world, this episode is packed with engaging conversations. Join us as we explore the intersection of entertainment, personal growth, and the complexities of modern life!
Chapters:
(00:00) Garden of Thought presents the Gospel of Thomas with April Hunter
(03:21) Thomas: I love doing mushrooms and going to Monster Jam
(05:54) April: I think words can actually create...

Bernie Taylor rejoins us because I inspired him. Yes, I inadvertently inspired the content of this episode by raising the possibility that Sagitarius was a centaur. So, cover centaurs we shall. From myths to cave art to descriptions of figures from history, we cover all the space. That includes the zodiac and constellations. That includes greek myths and Siberian tribes. No thrown rocks nor slung arrows are left unturned. Some (in)famous Jeff pontifications are laid forth.

Meet Barry Walton. He's produced 7 documentariies. He's won an Emmy. He recently published "The Unknown Adventurer". And he's either the luckiest unlucky guy or the unluckiest lucky guy. He's traveled much ofthe world. He's lost a lot of jobs. And homes. And other stuff. He's been married to the mob.He's been in a bunch of fights. He's been broke. But he's always overcome. 

Now he appears on this podcast to talk about himself and his book, without talking too much about himself and giving away the book. I think we did a pretty good job and had a...

In this episode, we journey through the fascinating world of professional wrestling with veteran wrestler and podcaster Casey Thompson. Join us as Casey shares his experiences from the ring, his insights on the wrestling business, and his journey into podcasting. We also discuss the importance of enhancement talent, the evolution of wrestling promotions, and the behind-the-scenes dynamics that shape the industry. Don't miss this engaging conversation filled with stories, wisdom, and a touch of humor!
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Shakespeare is a giant hole in my knowledge base. But I do know the occult or paranormal played center stage in many of his works. But that's about where it ends for me. So, a call to experts was needed. And like the fires of Rohan, they were answered. Enter frequent guest (and friend) Rev. Dr. David Parry and former thespian and current professional wrestler, Aron Haddad Stephens. Not only do they cover Shalespeare, but they cover pretty much everything. From esoteric schools of thought to philosophy, it's tackled from the lenses of the Elizabethan period and the modern periods...

Kay Smith-Blum, a former fashionista and Seattle School Board President, spends her days debunking the tropes of the mid-20th-century history. An odd dream and the recent upheaval over leaking radioactive waste tanks at the Hanford Nuclear site compelled her to write, TANGLES, named 2024 Book of the Year by the Literary Global Book Awards and Best Debut Fiction by the American Writing Awards 2024. Smith-Blum, a sunrise writer, has lived in Seattle for four decades. She works out her writer’s block in her sons’ gardens (which she designed) and the nearest lap pool. 

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Outlandish Conversations with Zicky Dice | The Gospel of Thomas
In this episode of Garden of Thought, hosts Thomas and Jeff interview the outlandish Zicky Dice. Discussions range from Dice's upcoming charity event at MomoCon to his love for Korean BBQ and Marvel rivals. Dice also shares hilarious and intense stories of his gambling experiences and his life as a professional wrestler. The episode takes a deeper dive into Dice's dogs, his past as a musician, plans for more wrestling events, and the unique crowd at MomoCon. With anecdotes about rivalries, wrestling rumors, and wild fan interactions, this episode is...

Phil Marks is the host of ProWrestleTimes with a history in many entertainment areas. He's also Canadian indiginous on both sides of his family. He discusses his upbringing as indiginous in Canada, and balancing that with being a poor, city kid. We talk about the differences between the two nations that comprise his DNA. It becomes a trip down memory lane as your host's questions bring memories and knowledge. We discuss the mythology, cosmology, and the many questions I typically ask when exploring something mostly foreign to me.

Russell Little was a boy from Amarillo, Texas who met the right woman and moved to Houston. He's also an attorney with over 40 years of practice experience in domestic and criminal law. While we do share some war stories and lawyer talk, among other things, our focus was on his two Amazon best sellers in the Mystery and Thriller category. 

Described as a combination of Elmore Leonard and Carl Hiaasen, Little weaves a tapestry of schemes, double crosses, corrupt lawyers, detecting and countermoves, all in the environment of Houston, Texas. There's crime. sex, hurricanes, and all manner of s...

In this episode, we welcome Shazza McKenzie, a professional wrestler who shares her journey from Australia to America. She discusses the challenges of adjusting to life in a new country, the quirks of the American dating scene, and her experiences in the wrestling industry. Join us as we explore the highs and lows of Shazza's adventures, from navigating immigration issues to the joys of discovering St. Louis cuisine. It's a lively conversation filled with laughter, insights, and a touch of nostalgia!


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Les Durrant joins us in the Garden to discuss UFOs. We discuss the blurring of the former lines between UFOology and religious paranormal. Les reveals he has an innate ability to summons UFOs using something akin to telepathy. We talk about different alien races. This is all during a time when there is a hot civil war within the UFO community. 

He also took me (and you) through actual documents from the Reagan Presidential Library, NATO, and various public government .gov and .mil addresses to review records verifying programs and patents and other information about items like teleportation, m...

This is a seismic episode with eruptive qualities. Because we're joined by Dr. Jeffrey Zurek, a Geophysicist and Vulcanist. So, we get sciency in the Garden way. Is the Earth's core made from a planetary collision? Are all atolls volcanoes? Is the caldera of Yellowstone an imminent threat? What's the difference between a caldera and volcano? Is The Great Salt Lake a big liar? Is an irradiated Godzilla Armidillo a risk? When the polarity shifts, does clockwise become counterclockwise? Where do continents begin and end? These and many other questions are addressed and, yes, we get real answers to these...

It's taken 5 appearances from JJ Johnson of Southern Demonology for us to get to demons. But, here there be demons. The views of demons changed very much once Christianity spread versus before. So we start with Mesopotamia in Sumer, Babylon, Akka and the Levant. We visit and clarify on certain figures like Lilith, Lamasu, Pazzuzu, Peimon and Moloch. Is Beelzebub Ba'al or the reverse? Or neither? How did Zoroastrianism change everything? Some familiar numbers are discussed. Of course, we cover Satan, Lucifer, the Devil and other topics. Which writings are worth your time. Which aren't might surprise you. Are Djinn...

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In this exciting episode, we welcome the multi-talented Luis Fernandez, known for his roles in Curb Your Enthusiasm, It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, and Lucha Underground. Luis shares his fascinating journey from military service in Spain to becoming a prominent figure in the entertainment industry. Join us as we explore his unique experiences, delve into the world of wrestling, and uncover the secrets behind his captivating characters. This episode is a must-listen for fans of wrestling and storytelling alike!
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(02:50) You said that you had to serve mandatory service where you come from
(07:48) M or...

Pam Conboy and Rev. Dr. Leah Linder felt so strongly about the health properties of mushrooms that they made it a mission. Not just any mission. They obtained 501(c)(3) church status with a sacred belief system, ritual and programs all revolving around the proper pathways to enlightenment through the natural mind freeing properties of certain mushrooms. This is not a new phenomenon. Many of the great religions were based and propigated through assisted communion with the sacred. Whether it's the origins of Santa Claus to shamanic journeys to the Oracles to wine as part of religious ceremony, these are all...

Gary Wayne re-enters the Garden to discuss The Watchers, Demons and The Four Horsemen of the apolcalypse. In this discussion, he ties in the Annunaki, the Igigi, Titans and Olympians, and many other beings and figures of myth and history. What is a demon? Who is Satan? Why are there more Satans? This forces us to describe the different kinds of Angels, which leads to the Horsemen. I can't do justice to the scope of this discussion in my description. You'll need to listen.

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In this episode, we’re diving into the wild world where wrestling meets Hollywood with our awesome guest, Vinnie Pacifico! Get ready for some laughs as we chat about Vinnie's unforgettable moments on the Jumbotron in Times Square, his role in the film 'Frequency of Miracles,' and why mental health awareness is super important. Plus, we’ll tackle everything from spine-chilling horror flicks to the magic of Disney, and the unique rollercoaster ride that is being a professional wrestler. You definitely don’t want to miss this entertaining and insightful conversation!
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Logan Swanson is the host of The Land Fixer podcast. He's also been in the real estate business for a decade. He went from a career in construction and the services industry to an accomplished buyer and seller of land throughout the United States. There are some similarities to our prior week's guest, but it's mostly an entirely different business model.

Another curiosity checked off my list. Thanks to Cee the Superior, we finally tackled to Peacock. It's not just NBC that;s proud as a peacock. The peacock is ubiqitous in cosmologies, mythologies, and symbology around the world and across traditions. So, I sent Cee to researching. And research she did! But the unusual happened: I researched too. And acquired someone else's research and actually read it! He's Hera's favorite animal. He's pre-eminent in India. He's associated with Osiris. There's also the Peacock Angel in what we'll call the Abrahamic religions. I learned about the Yezidi who have The Peacock...

In this episode, we take a captivating journey into the world of professional wrestling with Max Smashmaster, a veteran wrestler and owner of the New England Pro Wrestling Academy. Max shares his origin story, recounting his early days in wrestling, his time with Chikara, and the lessons he learned along the way. We also explore the importance of branding in wrestling promotions, the creative process behind character development, and the challenges of running a wrestling school. Join us for an engaging conversation filled with insights, humor, and a touch of nostalgia!


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This episode we jump into the world of real estate. This might become a bit of a miniseries. You might have heard terms like Family Office; Property Wholesaler; Flipping: We Buy Houses for Cash. What do they all mean? Who are these folks? Lane Kawaoka gives us his views from the top. His book, and methodology, "The Wealth Elevator" explores his journey from traditional employee saving via a employer sponsored 401K to someone owning multiple rental properties, and ultimately to forming syndicates or groups of investors in much bigger spaces. Beyond that. he makes a lot of his tools and...

Professor Jon F. White from Crecganford returns to cover the topic of the great serpent. Yes, dragons. Were they always dragons? Turns out probably not. Snakes are the original universal human boogeyman. There's all sorts of evidence for that proposition. But the myths support this too. The snake and the oldest dragons have more in common than the fire breathing children of Kalesi or Smog from Tolkien fame. What did these serpents represent whether guardian or enemy? As usual, we traverse the world and back to survey various myths and analyze when and why snakes turned into some form of...

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In this episode, we welcome the dynamic Jeremy Prophet, a celebrated Canadian wrestler and current tag team champion. Join us as we explore his journey through the wrestling world, his recent accomplishments, and the challenges faced by Canadian wrestlers in gaining recognition in the U.S. Jeremy shares insights on his wrestling persona, the importance of networking, and the unique cultural nuances of Canadian wrestling. Don't miss this...

The Garden welcomes back Professor Richard Spence to do deeper dives into some of the well known historic occult groups. From the Essenes to the Freemasons, we touch on many well known groups or schools of thought, and try to draw throughlines where possible. We also discuss some popular media and a bit of fact checking. Is there a direct connection between the Cathars and Templars? What was the relationship between the Templars and the Assassins? We touch on our old friends, the Gnostics. Is Mary connected to the Cult of Isis? What did Dan Brown do and not do...

Dr. Edwin Barnhart of the Maya Exploration Center. You know him from Season 2 of Netflix's Ancient Apocalypse, Earth Ancients and the ArcheoEd podcast. He previously dazzled us with information about Mezoamerica. Today, the working topic was the Incas. And we did cover the Incas. But we also covered some of the prior peoples. Covered the religions and the continuity of beliefs. We talk about the topics from the Vera Cocha to Camelids. Who built those roads? How old is Machu Picchu? What are Ed's thoughts on Archeology versus Hancockians? As always, we meander with unplanned purpose and uncover items that...

We welcome back Professor Michael York to discuss Canaanite Gods. This includes the Israelites, Akkadians, Babylonians, and others. Due to proximity, we venture a bit into Sumeria, Egypt, Vedic India and beyond. We even touch upon Hittites, Minoans and Sea Peoples. But it's mostly Yahweh versus Ba'al with a dash of Inanna and Ashura, and other easy to pronounce names. Along the way we discuss soime recurring themes like evil baby eating Gods to matriarchal godheads versus patriarchal godheads. Somewhere along the line, Margorie Taylor Green came up. Oh my! Anyway, you don't want to miss this regional Gods discussion...

Keegan Dimitrijevic is of Serbian descent, is born and raised in Canada, Studies towards his Masters in Indigenous literature, and has trained with the likes of Seth Rollins and Josh Alexander as he is a working professional wrestler. From the history of Canadian colonization related to the indigenous, to an overview of the Nations, we discuss many items. Dimitrijevic indicated I asked hard hitting, good questions. I botched my chance to call it Podcast Strong Style. We covered mystical beings like the Wendigo. We discussed religious and spiritual items. What's a Totem? Is Rush good or do we all pretend...

Daryl Anderson was raised in a religious home and now lives in the Bible Belt. This played some role in what was to come. He describes having a dream which was a complete epic story of the Arthurian legend transported to present day, but in a three world connected system, in three distinct universes. The result is his forthcoming book Pendragon Rising and the sequel(s) to follow. If you like Norse mythology, the universe of Tolkien, and King Arthur, this might be the perfect choice. We hear from the author himself.

Jeff and MLW's Mr. Thomas bring you the Gospel of Thomas while PJ is on assignment (OK, he was in Vegas). We bring you the Syren's Song. Syren wrestled for 21 years. Since then, she became ordained while following witchcraft. She is a good witch and does a show with another witch, who is also an empath and psychic. She tells us about her journey from wrestling to witch. As always, Thomas asks the questions we all need answers to.

Deric Gilliard went from the civil rights and social justice space into the Federal governement, where he worked 25 years. He served under the past 5 administrations and is an expert in health care policy and communications. We discuss the Affordable Care Act, the art of legislation, the polarization of politics, and other topics.

Deric A. Gilliard retired in 2022, after 25 years as a federal employee working with
political appointees in the Clinton, Bush, Obama, Trump, and Biden administrations.
Prior to his work as public affairs advisor to the HHS regional directors for the eight
southeastern states, Gilliard...

Greg Ogles is an independent filmmaker, researcher and bigfoot seeker. He's produced two movies. The first is "The Legend of the Downing Booger" and the newest is "The Land Between the Lakes". Both films explore and document American Bigfoot events. We discuss how he got into these endeavors. We also discuss how one equips themselves and the logistics and planning of such expeditions. Of course we discuss his encounters and experience in tracking and finding this legendary cryptid.

Richard Freeman is a cryptozoologist. He searches for animals thought to be extinct, of different sizes than believed, and creatures of legend. He's found compelling evidence of a unknown species of Orangatan. He's been on the trail of the yeti, and some of it's cousin species. He's sough the Caspian tiger. We discuss his exploits, successes, near misses, and continuing goals. This includes a discussion on the Tasmanian Wolf, the Mongolian Death Worm, the Pink Headed Duck, the Dodo, and more. Oh. And dragons.


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Jennifer Sutherland is an award winning poet, author and attorney. Perhaps most importantly, she's a multi time guest in the Garden. Christmas is filled with joys and iconic movies and specials that we've cherished for generations. And a lot of them are creepy, concerning and a little terrifying. We visit some of those in this show. Like the Ghosts of Dickensian fame, we take you to your various stages and wrestle with these properties and our relationships with them. From Wooden Soldiers to Santa Claus, no one is completely spared.

This episode of 'Garden of Doom Presents' is hosted by Mr. Thomas, filling in for PJ Black. The discussion includes humorous instances, personal anecdotes, and insights into professional wrestling, particularly from MLW. Highlights include an interview with special guest AJ Scales, who shares his experiences and responsibilities within MLW. Topics range from the assassination of a health insurance CEO to the joys of ice cream cakes and reflections on classic wrestling events. The episode also explores conspiracy theories related to drones and celebrities, while offering a lighthearted take on potential political changes. Contributions from Jeff Lippman provide additional context and...