Episode 5 - Bryan Gifford - Fantasy Author

Episode 6 - Caleb and Cody of the Live Oak Moonshiners

We covered a decent amount of ground on this one. We talked about the music these fellas are making, the music they're into, addiction and recovery, the CIA and the war on drugs, Manson and well.. like I said, we covered a lot of ground and I have a hard time focusing. Just a disclaimer: I'm not a therapist, psychiatrist, medical doctor or anything close to those. I talk about a lot of things from personal experience, so when to it comes to mental health and treatment and that sort of thing, please never just go and do the things that I talk about and swear as gospel as far as my personal journey is concerned. It's really best to consult a professional.

Terrwar Book Review - The Perfect Pass - S.C. Gwynne

The Perfect Pass: American Genius and the Reinvention of Football, by S.C. Gwynne, is a fascinating and detailed look at the story of Hal Mumme and the rise of the "Air Raid" offense in college football. The book is a compelling tribute to the power of the underdog, as Mumme, a small-time coach from Texas, revolutionized the way the game is played. Mumme, a little-known coach who spent most of his career at small schools, was an unlikely candidate to change the game of football. But with the help of his protégé, Mike Leach, he developed a new offensive system that relied on quick passes and a high-tempo pace. This "Air Raid" offense was initially met with skepticism by many in the football establishment, but over time it proved to be incredibly effective. Gwynne does an excellent job of telling the story of Mumme and the Air Raid, providing a detailed look at the strategies and tactics used by the offense. He also provides insight into the people and events that helped shape Mumme's career, including his relationships with coaches like Leach and his struggles to gain acceptance from the football establishment. Throughout the book, Gwynne illustrates the power of the underdog, highlighting how Mumme and his team were able to overcome the odds and make their mark on the sport. The Perfect Pass is a must-read for any football fan, and it is a testament to the ingenuity and determination of those who dare to challenge the status quo. Overall, the book is a great, informative and well-written read, Gwynne's writing is engaging and he does a great job of bringing the story of Hal Mumme and the Air Raid offense to life. It is a great read for anyone interested in football or the story of an unlikely underdog who managed to change the game

Terrwar Book Review (and more) - Thinking, Fast and Slow - Daniel Kahneman

A brilliant undertaking that showcases the 'two minds', system 1 and system 2. System 1 being the instinctual, often biased knee-jerk reaction to situations and stimuli whereas System 2 is the more methodical and logical, but unfortunately lazy part. When System 2 is lazy, it pawns off the work onto System 1 which can be problematic at times. In addition to Thinking, Fast and Slow, I'm listening to the audiobook of Blood Meridian by Cormac McCarthy and soon to start The Perfect Pass by S.C. Gwynne so my next book review will be for both of those.

Episode 5 - Bryan Gifford - Fantasy Author

Bryan is a fantasy author who has had the fantasy worlds he writes about living in his head since he was 10. He started seriously writing on his first two novels, The Spirit of Vengeance and The New Reign - the first two in The Atonement Trilogy, when he was just 14. Life came at him and he wasn't able to round out the trilogy until years later with The Shadow of War. Since then he has also written and published a standalone novel called Banesong and is currently working on a magnum opus! When not writing, Bryan runs his own business as a home inspector, working on projects around his own home, and from what it sounds like, the great outdoors! We had a great time talking about the grit, determination, and consistency it takes to be a writer. The need to stop talking about it and just sit down and do it. We also touched on the tendency for writers to inject themselves into their stories and the varying effects of doing so. Do you read a book to learn about the author or do you read it based on the description or because Oprah said it was good? Bryan Gifford Website: https://www.bryangifford.com/ [https://www.bryangifford.com/]

Episode 4 - Dustin Brown - Singer / Songwriter / River Jammer

I intended on an hour long episode but after sitting down with Dustin, we almost ended up at two hours. We had great conversation about his music, his travels, the state of live music, some of his ups and downs in life that molded him into the singer and songwriter he is. He's been writing since he was 12 and has released a variety of tunes that I think could appease just about any listener. Dustin Brown Website: https://www.dustbromusico.com/ [https://www.dustbromusico.com/]