The Troubadour Podcast
"It is the honourable characteristic of Poetry that its materials are to be found in every subject which can interest the human mind." William Wordsworth The Troubadour Podcast invites you into a world where art is conversation and conversation is art. The conversations on this show will be with some living people and some dead writers of our past. I aim to make both equally entertaining and educational.In 1798 William Wordsworth and Samuel Coleridge published Lyrical Ballads, which Wordsworth called an experiment to discover how far the language of everyday conversation is adapted to the purpose of poetic pleasure. With this publication, he set in motion the formal movement called "Romanticism." 220 years later the experiment is continued on this podcast. This podcast seeks to reach those of us who wish to improve our inner world, increase our stores of happiness, and yet not succumb to the mystical or the subjective.Here, in this place of the imagination, you will find many conversation with those humans creating things that interest the human mind.
Latest episodes
Mar 15, 2019 • 53min
Netflix's The Titan Part 3 -- The Mad Scientist!
Exploring themes and complexities of 'The Titan' movie, focusing on the character of the mad scientist and power struggles. Delving into belief, experimentation, and morality in literature and science fiction. Analyzing ethical dilemmas and tensions in the movie's finale. Transition of power and leadership towards Abigail in controlling future knowledge.
Mar 14, 2019 • 57min
Help me Save Netflix's The Titan (part 2) - Who is The Hero?
Delve into the symbolism of garden and water imagery, explore key themes in science fiction, analyze visual elements in film scenes, and uncover layers of guilt and responsibility in a dying world. Witness character transformations and societal commentary, along with symbolism of water and ice in a mysterious transformation scene. Explore the characters' evolution and philosophical questions on humanity in a sci-fi narrative.
Mar 13, 2019 • 34min
Netflix's The Titan is Worth Saving and How to Do It (part 1)
Discussing the importance of critics in educating audiences about art and films, exploring the influence of science fiction on environmental beliefs, delving into the complexities of 'The Titan' and its nested narrative conflict, and examining environmental themes in cinematic settings.
Mar 8, 2019 • 1h 49min
Hanz's Muse by Georgia L. Bell
A tale of an artist's struggle for artistic integrity and capturing true beauty in art. Tension between a painter and a wealthy individual leads to a refusal to paint a portrait. Intriguing encounters with collectors, power play, and mysterious muses. Reflections on lost artistry and creative inspiration amidst chaos and obsession. The artist's intense dedication and pursuit of a masterpiece filled with passion and turmoil.
Feb 6, 2019 • 1h 23min
Sci Fi as Analogy W/Amy J. Murphy
Send us a textOn this episode I chat with the wonderful Amy J. Murphy, Sci-fi novelist and Nurse you don't wanna meet professionally. Check out her fiction https://amyjmurphy.com/We discussedScience fiction as legit literatureMilitary versus warrior storiesSpace operas versus hard scienceJoseph CampbellWhy scifi is more popular today than historical fictionHealth as analogy to capital L literatureWhy literature is as important as the medical or scientific fieldsAnd more
Feb 1, 2019 • 1h 11min
The Artist of the Beautiful by Nathaniel Hawthorne
Send us a textThis is the reading for part 4 of the four part series on Nathaniel Hawthorne and the Birth of Sci Fi.I have decided to record the commentary separately. For now, enjoy the reading of the Artist of the Beautiful. Here is one question to ask yourself before entering the world of Hawthorne's artist. Does the artist solve a problem that Hawthorne established was the flaw of the scientist in his former stories, Dr. Heidegger's Experiment, The Birthmark, Rappaccini's Daughter? Most importantly, what does Hawthorne's answer to this ambitious individual who wishes to discover and master the creative essence of the universe mean for us today?
Jan 28, 2019 • 12min
Band of Gold by Maddox Herring
Send us a textYou can read this story here: https://www.troubadourmag.com/home/band-of-gold
Jan 25, 2019 • 1h 27min
Artful Convo: Wicca, Sci-Fi and more w/Diane Morrison
Explore Wicca, mythology, and writing with Sci-Fi author Diane Morrison. From Wiccan beliefs to challenging the 10,000 hours rule, comparing Wicca and Christianity, and discussing literature's impact on society. Dive into the challenges of writer's income, navigating the sci-fi and fantasy genres, and fusing western themes with the supernatural in stories.
Jan 22, 2019 • 15min
A Promethean Liver By Maddox Herring
Send us a textA short story about Prometheus and his bird.Read the story at Troubadour Magazinehttps://www.troubadourmag.com/home/a-promethean-liver
Jan 19, 2019 • 39min
O. Henry's The Proof of the Pudding
An analysis of O. Henry's language play in a whimsical tale involving an editor, a struggling writer, and the writer's wife. It explores the clash of artistic ideologies between sophisticated language and authentic vocabulary, culminating in a vibrant dance celebration and a deceptive scheme.
