
Brian Talks To Humans!
a people's podcast about everyday people
Latest episodes

Apr 12, 2020 • 39min
Bonus Episode - Coronacast 7: Lauren - Supporting Mental Health Now and Later
Today's coronacast features my friend Lauren. We met through someone I was dating back when I was 18. We've stayed in touch through social media, but we haven't spoken in over 15 years. We spoke about her role as a parent and as a mental health worker. Her work is even more vital these days. We cover adjustments in both roles, some of her frustrations, and some changes we need to make to support better mental health in our society. (Lauren mentions EMDR therapy in this episode. See the website for more info.) I found our discussion interesting, and I hope you do, too. Listen on Soundcloud, Stitcher, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts. Enjoy, subscribe, rate, review.

Apr 10, 2020 • 47min
Bonus Episode - Coronacast 6: Jason - Another World Is Possible
In today's coronacast, I speak with my friend Jason, a college professor. Jason is from my hometown and has been a frequent companion at concerts and music festivals. Our conversation is a bit more philosophical than past coronacasts, as we discuss the shifts necessary to bring about a better world after this crisis is over. I found the discussion engaging and generative. I hope you enjoy it, too, Listen, enjoy, subscribe, rate, and review.

Apr 2, 2020 • 51min
Bonus Episode - Coronacast 5: Kathleen - Finding Joy and Self-Care Amid the Crisis
Today's coronacast is with Kathleen, a former colleague from years back. We've kept in touch through social media, but this is out first conversation in over ten years. We discuss her coronavirus test and the ways she's practicing self-care during these strange times. We end with the now standard One Gotta Go. It was a pleasure to speak with Kathleen and I hope you enjoy our conversation. Listen on Soundcloud, Stitcher, Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Please subscribe, rate, and review.

Mar 30, 2020 • 46min
Bonus Episode - Coronacast 4: Irfan - Homebound in Bed-Stuy
Today's coronacast is with my friend Irfan. We hadn't spoken in over ten years until the night before we recorded. In this episode we discuss life in the NYC global hotspot, some music he's been getting into, and a little politics. We end with the now standard One Gotta Go. The outro music is "Dat Dere," a song Irfan refers to in our conversation. Enjoy, subscribe, rate, review.

Mar 25, 2020 • 40min
Bonus Episode - Coronacast 3: Paul - The World Needs Heroes, and He's Got 'Em
In this coronacast, I speak with Paul, a former student and now friend. We discuss how his life is going during the pandemic (including caring for elders), and his superhero RPG venture, Union City Heroes. Paul is a great guy, really genuine and bright. I hope you enjoy this coronacast.

Mar 22, 2020 • 38min
Bonus Episode! Coronacast #2: Erik - Father, Son, Teacher
In this episode I speak with Erik, a fellow teacher in NJ. We discuss his roles as father, son, and teacher in this crisis and take a few digs at Trump. We end with a round fo One Gotta Go. Enjoy, subscribe, rate, review.

Mar 20, 2020 • 55min
BONUS EPISODE: Communist Coronacast
The pandemic that will give birth to 1000 podcasts brings you a bonus episode of mine through Social(ist) Distancing! (tm)... Komrade Karl (from Episode 2) and I use Zoom to discuss life during the pandemic and possible political opportunities the crisis presents. And we play a couple games to boot. Enjoy, subscribe, rate, review.

Mar 7, 2020 • 1h 5min
Episode 15: Rory - Marx, Nietzsche, Bill Wilson, and Tupac
I'm back! Sorry it's been so long. In this episode, I talk with Rory, whom I've been meaning to get on the show for a long time. We cover a lot of territory discussing his political evolution and his experiences in recovery. We finish by discussing why Tupac is "the alpha and omega" of hip-hop. Listen on Soundcloud, Stitcher, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts. Enjoy, subscribe, rate, review.

Dec 1, 2019 • 6min
Solo Quickie 7: DifFiCulTiEs
I swear I had an episode ready but we hit some bumps in the road. I'm sorry. Full episode coming ASAP.

Nov 16, 2019 • 11min
Solo Quickie 6: Hi. Sorry. Stuff. Plans.
Just me and you for this one. It's been six weeks since my previous episode (sorry), and I wanted to update you on life stuff and a new direction for the podcast. Go to www.briantalkstohumans.net for more info.