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Monday Jul 31, 2023
Monday Jul 31, 2023
Matthew McDonald is a writer, certified sommelier, retired Marine, world traveler, outdoorsman, photographer and just all around Renaissance man. In this episode, we talk about wine and spirits, the writing process, animals in the wild, films and much more!
SHOW NOTES:
Matthew James McDonald - Author Page | Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Matthew-James-McDonald/author/B00GU46SRO?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true
- Author Page: Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/chiliaedron-matthew-james-mcdonald/1125144673
Hi Time Wine Cellars: https://www.hitimewine.net/
K.C. Branaghan's: https://www.kcbranaghans.com/
Agrippina the Younger | Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Agrippina_the_Younger
Recreating a 2,000 Year Old Ancient Roman Pizza - Mythical Kitchen | YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MpPFtz7h5gs
Apicius (Roman Cookbook) | Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apicius
You Are Way More Likely to be Killed by Deer than Sharks, Bears and Gators Combined | Vox: https://www.vox.com/2016/9/24/13032272/killer-animals-deer-sharks-bears
FILMS MENTIONED: (Viewer discretion advised - Please note that while this episode is not explicit, the subject matter and images of the trailers linked below are.)
Surrogates - HD Trailer: Walt Disney Studios | YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jX71XvnMDys
Cocaine Bear - Official Trailer: Universal Pictures | YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DuWEEKeJLMI
Reservoir Dogs Official Trailer HD: Park Circus | YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2KLZ4fSXtgI
True Romance - 4K Restoration Trailer: Little White Lies | YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0TJYt0dlqxI
Killing Zoe 1993 Trailer HD | Eric Stoltz | Julie Delpy: Trailer Chan | YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_tjzuutVnzs
All opinions expressed by the guest/s are solely those of the guest/s and are not to be construed in any way to reflect the opinion of The Quaintrelle Podcast or its host.
Tuesday Jul 25, 2023
Tuesday Jul 25, 2023
*This episode was recorded in November of 2021.
A wonderful impromptu visit and my "In the Company of Friends Talk" begins with my friend Don Atwood. Join us in this wonderful conversation where we cover everything from the Meyers Briggs Test to travel, especially in Costa Rica; finding purpose, music, and Cocaine Hippos. Yes, Cocaine Hippos.
Show links:
Summer Rain, composed by Don Atwood (after end notes)
The Meyers Briggs Test is found on its eponymous website and various free versions are available across the web.
https://www.myersbriggs.org/my-mbti-personality-type/mbti-basics/
Listen to singer LP in a "whistle-a-thon" against an avid whistler.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K4nrkpL9RJY
Rainforest Tours is the tour company that I used on my 2021 trip to Costa Rica. I heartily recommend them. We did the "Authentic Rainforest Tour from San Jose" and the "Mangroves Kayaking" tours. Fantastic!
https://www.rainforesttours.com/
The Cocaine Hippos are a moniker given to hippos illegally introduced into Columbia by, now deceased drug lord, Pablo Escobar. They have become a serious problem to the area.
Monday Jul 24, 2023
Monday Jul 24, 2023
In this episode, Jenny Ruiz of Burning Times Tarot and I talk about Tarot cards, their use and usefulness in everyday life, stress reduction, connecting to oneself and much more!
SHOW NOTES:
Burning Times Tarot:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/burningtimestarot/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/user/317wfn2ntqcabgqly4wjn5y5k7oy?si=c303571019c34d6b
SELECTED LINKS:
Rider-Waite Tarot | Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rider%E2%80%93Waite_Tarot
Visconti-Sforza Tarot Cards | The Morgan Library & Museum: https://www.themorgan.org/collection/tarot-cards
Mark Manson: https://markmanson.net/
All opinions expressed by the guest/s are solely those of the guest/s and are not to be construed in any way to reflect the opinion of The Quaintrelle Podcast or its host.
Monday Jul 17, 2023
Monday Jul 17, 2023
What is one thing that you are so passionate about that you could give a 40 minute talk on it without preparation? What would you do with your extra time, if sleep weren't necessary? These two questions are discussed in this episode.
SHOW NOTES:
40 Deep Questions to Get to Know Yourself and Your Life Purpose | Journal Smarter: https://journalsmarter.com/deep-questions-to-ask
The Real Story Behind the Demise of America's Once-Mighty Street Cars | Vox: https://www.vox.com/2015/5/7/8562007/streetcar-history-demise
A Brief History of Gasoline: Part Three Rise of Standard Oil | Jalopnik: https://jalopnik.com/a-brief-history-of-gasoline-how-standard-oil-built-its-1847307606
Move to Electric Vehicles Could Save Nearly 90,000 Lives in the US by 2050, Study Says | CNN: https://www.cnn.com/2023/06/06/health/electric-vehicles-save-nearly-90-000-lives/index.html
Monday Jul 10, 2023
Monday Jul 10, 2023
Richard Foss is the Executive Director of Collage, in the quaint Harbor port town of San Pedro, California. He is also a culinary historian and board member of the Culinary Historians of Southern California; and the author of both fiction and non-fiction works, including two books on food history: "Rum, A Global History" and "Food in the Air and Space: The Surprising History of Food and Drink in the Skies".
In this episode, we talk about the eclectic, inclusive and joyous atmosphere of Collage, the difficulties of bringing attention to San Pedro's thriving and vibrant arts community, and the lifesaving qualities of music. Richard also provides a bit of insight into his writing process, as well as some understanding of food culture and history.
Please consider donating your unused instruments to collage's Instrument Program which puts instruments into the hands of high schoolers who's music careers would otherwise, end without them; as well as those who have moved on from violence, abuse, and other challenges.
SELECTED SHOW NOTES:
Richard Foss: https://richardfoss.com/
: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richard_Foss#Bibliography
Rum, A Global History by Richard Foss: https://www.alibris.com/Rum-A-Global-History-Richard-Foss/book/19653015?matches=14
Food in the Air and Space: The Surprising History of Food and Drink in the Skies by Richard Foss: https://www.alibris.com/booksearch?mtype=B&keyword=Food+in+the+Air+and+Space%3A+The+Surprising+History+of+Food+and+Drink+in+the+Skies&hs.x=31&hs.y=16
COLLAGE - A place for Art and Culture: https://www.collageartculture.org/our-staff
: https://www.instagram.com/collagesanpedro/
: https://www.facebook.com/CollageSanPedro/
SELECTED ARTISTS WHO HAVE PERFORMED AT COLLAGE:
Eugene Chadbourne: https://eugenechadbourne.com/
Victor Krummenacher: http://www.victorkrummenacher.com/
Christina Linhardt: http://www.circussanctuary.com/
Bryan Pezzone: http://bryanpezzone.net/Biography.html
LaFayette Ben Charlatan: https://lafayettebencharlatan.com/
Jim Kweskin: https://jimkweskin.com/
CULINARY MENTIONS:
Rum, A Global History by Richard Foss: https://www.alibris.com/Rum-A-Global-History-Richard-Foss/book/19653015?matches=14
Food in the Air and Space: The Surprising History of Food and Drink in the Skies by Richard Foss: https://www.alibris.com/booksearch?mtype=B&keyword=Food+in+the+Air+and+Space%3A+The+Surprising+History+of+Food+and+Drink+in+the+Skies&hs.x=31&hs.y=16
Culinary Historians of Southern California: https://www.chsocal.org/
Explore the Roman Cookbook: De Re Coquinaria, the Oldest Known Cookbook in Existence | Open Culture: https://www.openculture.com/2020/10/explore-the-roman-cookbook-de-re-coquinaria.html
Melted Leeks with Spinach, Basil and Ricotta | Tesco Real Food: https://realfood.tesco.com/recipes/melted-leeks-with-spinach-basil-and-ricotta.html
All opinions expressed by the guest/s are solely those of the guest/s and are not to be construed in any way to reflect the opinion of The Quaintrelle Podcast or its host.
Monday Jul 03, 2023
Monday Jul 03, 2023
Chad Dime is a co-founder of Diff Eyewear, a socially conscious brand that donates a pair of reading glasses or vision care service to communities in need. Since the start of their company, they have donated 3.1 million glasses or services and the number keeps rising! In this episode, Chad and I talk about starting a company with a "give back" model, the differences that the brand has made in communities in need, the glasses themselves and much more!
SHOW NOTES:
Diff Charitable Eyewear: https://www.diffeyewear.com/
- on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/diffeyewear/
Sightsavers: https://www.sightsavers.org/
Be Strong: https://bestrong.global/
Consider fostering and/or adopting a pet from:
ARF Harbor Shelter on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ARFharborshelter
- on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arfharborshelter/
All opinions expressed by the guest/s are solely those of the guest/s and are not to be construed in any way to reflect the opinion of The Quaintrelle Podcast or its host.
Monday Jun 26, 2023
Monday Jun 26, 2023
Mike Acosta returns to chat about the hike we took earlier on the day that this episode was recorded and in which I managed to lose my license (since returned)! We go down the rabbit hole of proper protocol for handling lost items on the trail, lots of hiking talk and tips, and of course, our usual meandering into music!
SHOW NOTES:
Lulu Candles: https://lulucandles.com/products/jasmine-oud-sandalwood-ii-11-oz-jar?variant=41835325096123
Lost & Found on the Trail | Backpacking Light: https://backpackinglight.com/forums/topic/95738/
Dropped/Lost Gear Etiquette | Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/Ultralight/comments/z3wucu/droppedlost_gear_etiquette/
SONGS MENTIONED:
Run DMC - It's Tricky (Official Video) | YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l-O5IHVhWj0
The Kid LaROI, Justin Bieber - Stay (Official Video) | YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kTJczUoc26U
Monday Jun 05, 2023
Monday Jun 05, 2023
Michelle Diggs Thompson is a Soprano and with Masters degrees in Music Performance and Vocal Performance. She is also an affiliate instructor of voice at the Metropolitan State University of Denver. She is also a longtime friend and it was so much fun catching up with her to talk about music, opera, kids, getting older and hilarious stories!
SHOW NOTES AND SELECTED LINKS:
Michelle Diggs Thompson: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/michelledt1
email - mthomp92@msudenver.edu
Boulder Opera - Opera In the Park: Der Ring (Tickets to Michelle's performance at the Boulder Amphitheater on June 29th!): https://www.boulderoperacompany.com/opera-in-the-park-der-ring
A Look Behind the Curtain with Michelle Diggs Thompson, The Soprano Portraying Leonora | Boulder Opera: https://www.boulderoperacompany.com/blog/2022/1/17/a-look-behind-the-curtain-with-michelle-diggs-thompson
Michelle Diggs Thompson as Leonora (at 8:32): Opera Theater of the Rockies Let's Make a Scene! 08/22/2021| YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aZ3pUEQ-qcA
Soprano Michelle Diggs Thompson singing Tacea La Notte from Il Trovatore by Verdi | Facebook: https://fb.watch/kZ5BM_Q8m8/
SELECT MUSIC & MUSICIANS MENTIONED:
Queen of the Night Aria - Diana Damrau | YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pZcaf9GfyWs
Samuel Marino - https://www.samuelmarino.com/
Porgy & Bess: Summertime - Metropolitan Opera | YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NghjBMn6ZJM
Voi Lo Sappeto, O Mamma - Elina Garance | YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hs4BlQgkELc
Liu's Aria - Natalka Pasicznyk | YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Iy3TO3G5zs
Fiordiligi Aria - Jihyun Cecilia Lee | YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zQICuY-9QWo
Frauenliebe und Leben - New England Conservatory | YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ym9mHHsXvGI
Come Ready and See Me - Natalia Lauk Piano Studio | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IECNJwqgIVw
Where Were You When They Crucified My Lord - The Mills Brothers | YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KAXEOxvzD-w
Di Forelle | YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NF9DrUXowBo
Gretchen Am Spinnrade - Wallis Giunta | YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N9GqYa5sqXY
Sieglinde & Siegmund - Die Walkure - Metropolitan Opera | YoutTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Di4Q_GJNrlc
Die Walkure - Ride of the Valkyries - The MET | YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PSuRJueqsQg
Lohengrin: Zuruck, Elsa! - Metropolitan Opera | YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p5IgZd75ojA
MISCELLANEOUS MENTIONS:
Martin Performance Horses: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/p/Martin-Performance-Horses-100047933035352/
All opinions expressed by the guest/s are solely those of the guest/s and are not to be construed in any way to reflect the opinion of The Quaintrelle Podcast or its host.
Monday May 29, 2023
Monday May 29, 2023
In this episode, Sofia and I answer questions on what we need more of, less of, books and films that impacted us the most, and what we'd do if I we could do or be anything!
SHOW NOTES:
75 Deep Questions to Ask Friends | Mind Path - https://www.mindpath.com/resource/75-questions-to-ask-your-friends-to-get-to-know-them-on-a-deeper-level/
Bill Waterson Quote: "There is not enough time to do all the nothing we want to do."
John Lennon Quote: "Time you enjoy wasting was not wasted."
BOOKS, AUTHORS & FILMS MENTIONED:
James and the Giant Peach, by Roald Dahl | Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/James-Giant-Peach-Roald-Dahl/dp/0140374248
The Stand, by Stephen King | Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Stand-Stephen-King/dp/0307743683
David Sedaris - https://www.davidsedarisbooks.com/
Outliers, by Malcolm Gladwell | Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Outliers-Story-Success-Malcolm-Gladwell/dp/0316017930
Happiness Is A Serious Problem, by Dennis Prager | Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Happiness-Serious-Problem-Nature-Repair/dp/0060987359
The Book Thief by, Markus Zusak | Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Book-Thief-Markus-Zusak/dp/0375842209
A Tale for the Time Being | Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Tale-Time-Being-Novel/dp/0143124870
The Burbs Official Trailer - Umbrella Entertainment | YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z3lfkZTwN00
Everything, Everywhere, All At Once Official Trailer - A24 | YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wxN1T1uxQ2g
Life Is Beautiful Official Trailer - Viva Films | YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cLIkk0LFFFQ
Parasite Official Trailer - IGN | YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5xH0HfJHsaY&t=1s
La La Land - Lionsgate Films | YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0pdqf4P9MB8
IN THE COMPANY OF FRIENDS TALKS EPISODES MENTIONED:
E32 - Walter McKinley Lewis: A Life of Adventure | YouTube: https://youtu.be/ylczOiOrbCo
E75 - Don Atwood: Sail Away | YouTube: https://youtu.be/m_q5tBvFYvQ
E77 - Don Atwood: French Polynesia | YouTube: https://youtu.be/ZX8jT1u01RU
ADDITIONAL MENTIONS:
Capt. Robert Scott - Scott of the Arctic: The lies that doomed his race to the pole | The Guardian - https://www.theguardian.com/uk/2011/sep/24/scott-antarctic-lies-race-pole
Wake Up, by Powerman 5000 | YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FRScTzUBKpo
Monday May 22, 2023
Monday May 22, 2023
Join Don Atwood and me in the continuation of our seaworthy conversation about his long-planned sail from Mexico to French Polynesia! Be sure to listen to E75, which is the first part of our conversation!
SHOW NOTES:
My interview on Shoutout SoCal - https://shoutoutsocal.com/meet-sil-anen-host-of-the-award-winning-quaintrelle-podcast-award-winning-filmmaker-and-writer/
Maccheroni Republic - https://maccheronirepublic.com/
Camerata Pacifica - https://cameratapacifica.org/
Maiden film - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8879946/
Tania Aebi - http://www.taniaaebi.com/
Maiden Voyage by Tania Aebi | Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Maiden-Voyage-Tania-Aebi/dp/1476747725/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1516991799&sr=8-1&keywords=tania+aebi
True Spirit | Netflix - https://www.netflix.com/title/81054619
Soul of an Octopus by Sy Montgomery - https://symontgomery.com/soul-of-an-octopus/
Of Wolves and Men by Barry Lopez - https://www.amazon.com/Wolves-Men-Barry-Holstun-Lopez/dp/0684163225
My Octopus Teacher film | Netflix - https://www.netflix.com/title/81045007
Cabrillo Marine Aquarium - https://www.cabrillomarineaquarium.org/
All opinions expressed by the guest/s are solely those of the guest/s and are not to be construed in any way to reflect the opinion of The Quaintrelle Podcast or its host.