98. E-Rips: A Feral Escape in Bavaria's Wild
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In this episode of Epic Rippers, the things we desire are the same things that trap us. Biking in Southern Germany, Garmisch Partenkirchen, through cow fields, with the jagged Zugispitze looming, I explore the curse of being civilized and how it's created divisiveness and hatred that's tearing us apart.
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97. The Library - CC - Chapter 11
Drink Me A Story
Welcome to the Coin Chronicles, an epic fantasy audio series. The ruthless, soul stealing games of the Gods are unleashing supernatural and sinister forces throughout the land. Amidst all this chaos is a child searching for the lost souls of his family, a woman losing herself to the Maze, and a godless warrior who will make the powerful pay. This is a brutal universe of two worlds - the Kingdoms above, a land of greed and power, and the Maze below, a mystical place where magic is around every corner. It’s a story of Gods and tributes, of rogue demigods and betrayal, and...
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96. Danish Royalty, A Lost Weekend, and A Muse (S&S)
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From Alix’s elegance to John’s rebellion, this drink fueled royalty, the muse, and mayhem. Today’s story spans a century and draws together a famous woman and a celebrity who, despite the time that separated them, had more in common and bigger lessons to share with the world, than you may think. Show Notes:
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95. Why to Avoid Perfection and Artistry, lessons learned from Richard Williams
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Richard Williams was a successful film and tv animation designer whose work is best displayed on famous shows like "Pink Panther" and "Who Framed Roger Rabbit." But, he's also know for a big mistake - The Thief and The Cobbler. A 30 year project. A substantial cash investment. One life squandered for a dream that never came true. The true story of an artist who was more concerned about perfection and creation than about sharing his work with the world. Tune in for important lessons on the curse of perfection and why art for art's sake is always a bad idea. Show Notes:
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94. (E-Rips) Turning Routine Into Adventure
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In this episode of epic rippers we look at why so many people get stuck in routines and what you need to do to break free. Have you ever felt like you're just living every day like the one before? Are you bored with life? Do you crave a change in your routine? Then this episode may be the motivation you need to create a new story about your life.
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93. The Library - CC - Chapter 10
Drink Me A Story
Welcome to the Coin Chronicles, an epic fantasy audio series. The ruthless, soul stealing games of the Gods are unleashing supernatural and sinister forces throughout the land. Amidst all this chaos is a child searching for the lost souls of his family, a woman losing herself to the Maze, and a godless warrior who will make the powerful pay. This is a brutal universe of two worlds - the Kingdoms above, a land of greed and power, and the Maze below, a mystical place where magic is around every corner. It’s a story of Gods and tributes, of rogue demigods and betrayal, and...
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92. Charlie Kirk, Iryna Zarutska, Tragedy, and Stories (E-Rips)
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An episode gone wrong, like a week gone wrong. What started as an episode following our normal programming, turned into an impromptu Epic Ripper on all that's happened in the past week, from Charlie Kirk, to school shootings, to the light rail murder of Iryna Zarutska, to September 11. Make no mistake, we are going through the dark night of the soul and there are all sorts of stories out there trying to control the narrative. So the question is, what story will you drink down?
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91. Pain Doesn't Kill You (E-Rips)
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In this episode of Epic Rippers, we look at the role pain has played throughout history and how it's misunderstood today. An epic ripper rant on how to build a life worth living and why most people never accomplish their goals or get what they want out of life.
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90. Rio’s Royal Struggle with Smallpox (S&S)
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Step into the steamy, sugarcane soaked plains of 1850s Rio de Janeiro, where a boy-king, Dom Pedro II, wears a crown haunted by his father’s sudden death. At 25, he faces a deadly outbreak threatening his empire and his beloved Empress Teresa. A folk remedy crafted by an enslaved healer wielding Africa’s ancient secrets and a freedman with a dark past might be the answer to their problems.
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89. Lifting The Veil of Society (E-Rips)
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Epic Rippers: Between who you should be and who you are, is your future. An unscripted, morning talk on following the rules of society versus setting your own path, inspired by lessons learned from the outdoors. Show Notes:
info_outlineWelcome to the Coin Chronicles, an epic fantasy audio series.
The ruthless, soul stealing games of the Gods are unleashing supernatural and sinister forces throughout the land. Amidst all this chaos is a child searching for the lost souls of his family, a woman losing herself to the Maze, and a godless warrior who will make the powerful pay.
This is a brutal universe of two worlds - the Kingdoms above, a land of greed and power, and the Maze below, a mystical place where magic is around every corner. It’s a story of Gods and tributes, of rogue demigods and betrayal, and rebellious, desperate humans all seeking victory of that oldest and deadliest of prizes: coin. Together, they weave a story of worlds with traps and tricks, bargains and unkept promises, fragmented souls and murder.
If you haven’t listened before, it’s best to start with chapter 1, which is episode 58.