

SSP23 - David Horton
Sep 27, 2022
David Horton, a writer and editor based in Beijing, China, shares stories of living and traveling throughout the USA and China. He discusses the current state of the ESL industry and the challenges of language learning. The podcast also explores topics such as mainstream media, political ideologies, punk shows, workout routines, diverse music scenes, and the speaker's approach to poetry and writing projects. They delve into ancient knowledge, mythologies, and the challenges of being a working musician. The podcast concludes with discussions on creating projects and living in Winnipeg, Canada.
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Introduction
00:00 • 4min
Living Life on the Road and Exploring the Possibility of Leaving China
04:13 • 11min
Challenges of Language Learning
15:26 • 22min
Examining Mainstream Media and Manufacturing Consent
37:42 • 4min
Exploring Political Ideologies
41:16 • 2min
Growing Up and Attending Punk Shows
43:45 • 9min
Workout Equipment and Routine
52:27 • 6min
Physical Activities, Yoga, and Gamalan Music
58:36 • 7min
The Diverse Music Scene in a Local Bar
01:05:44 • 24min
Jam Sessions and Musicianship
01:29:19 • 8min
Discussing the Speaker's Baby-Proofed Apartment
01:37:32 • 3min
Leaving Bags Unattended and Perceptions of Safety
01:40:23 • 15min
Approach to Poetry and Writing Projects
01:55:49 • 22min
Exploring Languages and Translation
02:18:14 • 9min
Exploring Ancient Knowledge, UFOs, and Mythologies
02:27:02 • 2min
Studying medieval studies, teaching poetry, and the challenges of being a working musician
02:29:29 • 3min
Creating Projects and Following Through
02:32:57 • 23min
Living in Winnipeg, Canada
02:55:55 • 10min