Billy Dees Podcast

Produced while streaming LIVE on X and numerous other platforms Thursday April 18, 2024, at 8:00pm EST / 5:00pm PST.Billy Dees and Shamanisis discuss the Trump trial, recent Biden gaffes, and the election of 2024.You can follow Billy Dees and Shamanisis on X @BillyDees @Shamanisis

Produced while LIVE on X (Twitter) and Rumble Thursday, April 11, 2024 at 8:00pm EST.Note: This episode did have a technical issue with the remote signal for Shamanisis.On this episode we talk about the death of O.J. Simpson, the potential Democratic strategy of 2024, and a segment of mean spirited tweets toward Billy Dees after his much listened to commentary from last week.

Presented Live Saturday April 6, 2024, at 8:00pm EST.  Billy Dees talks about how the Democratic Party did nothing to cultivate a vibrant candidate for the last 4 years and have ignored the failed policies of the far left and the impact they have had on the culture and the electorate.   In addition to demonizing Trump and Republicans, Democrats are now vilifying the campaign of RFKjr.  You can follow Billy Dees on X @BillyDees

Marcy O’Brien   "Rounding Third" - A warm and funny collection from a talented storyteller -"Marcy writes with an eye for detail and a gift for putting you right there in the scene with her. Her wisdom and irreverent wit – the blessings of a well-lived life – evoke lots of smiles, even an occasional tear.  But, she always leaves you with the lasting warmth of a visit from an old friend."   On this episode, Marcy O’Brien shares some of her many personal and professional experiences of life. She also talks about how her book was compiled and her career as a writer.  It is a delightful conversation. We hope you listen in.This episode comes to you courtesy of https://humoroutcasts.com/HOPress Shorehouse Books More about Marcy here:https://www.marcyobrien.com/p/rounding-third.htmlThe book is also available on Amazonhttps://www.amazon.com/Rounding-Third-Marcy-OBrien/dp/B0CMPJBKS1

Produced while streaming LIVE on X Thursday March 28, 2024 8:00pm EST / 5:00pm PST.Discussion and opinion about RFKjr and his pick for VP, the Baltimore Bridge tragedy, and related issues to the 2024 election.You can follow Billy Dees and Shamanisis at @BillyDees @Shamanisis

Produced while streaming LIVE on X! Thursday March 21, 2024, 8:00pm EST.Billy Dees and Shamanisis discuss JLO trending, the squatter crisis, and the election of 2024.You can follow Billy Dees and Shamanisis on X (Twitter) @BillyDees @Shamanisis 

Our guest on this episode is Adrian Griffin.Adrian Griffin has been a working actor in Toronto for over 30 years in Theatre, Film and Television.  Theatre credits include seasons at both the Shaw and Stratford festivals. Also working at/with Neptune, Sudbury, Port Dover, Magnus, The Grand, Shakespeare in the Rough, and Mump and Smoot. As well, creating two theatre companies On A Wing and A Prayer and THE CO. producing and acting in six plays.  Other highlights include two seasons on BBC America’s COPPER as well as recurring roles on REIGN and CONDOR, and over Fifty film and television credits to his name.  Also, he is an accomplished Meisner Technique teacher with ongoing classes in the city.  Mr. Griffin has just published his debut novel "THE WARD." He is here to talk about his book along with acting and writing.  “In the mid-summer of the first year of the 20th century, a killer heatwave grips the city of Toronto. And it's not the only killer out there.  A very public suicide and a gruesome murder trigger fear and panic that, after an 11-year hiatus, England's notorious 'Jack the Ripper' has not only resurfaced but is now stalking Toronto's melting-pot slum, St. John's Ward, simply known as 'The Ward'.”  You can find “The Ward” here https://www.amazon.com/Ward-Crime-Novel-Adrian-Griffin-ebook/dp/B0CV4JH45V  Adrian Griffin IMDb is here https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0341105/  Punlished by Elite Lizard Publishing Co

Produced Thursday March 14, 2024 at 8:00pm EST while streaming LIVE on X and Rumble. Billy Dees and Shamanisis talk and laugh it up about the Election of 2024, RFKjr and his proposed VP list, and the TikTok controversy.You can find Billy Dees and Shamanisis on X @BillyDees @Shamanisis

Our guest on this episode is radio personality and journalist, Lori Spencer, who is the American correspondent for Maverick News and co-host of the Strange Bedfellows podcast.  Lori is a veteran reporter and anchor with more than 35 years of experience in print and broadcast newsrooms. Her work has appeared in numerous daily and weekly newspapers, magazines, and online news portals, including Yahoo News, Counterpunch, TruthOut, This Can’t Be Happening, and OpEdNews.  Lori is also a JFK historian who has devoted decades to the study of John F. Kennedy’s presidency, and is currently a volunteer on the 2024 presidential campaign of Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.  Lori produces the “Kennedy Americans” podcast and hosts regular Twitter (X) Spaces about the Kennedy 2024 campaign.  We cover a lot of ground on this episode including the current general political climate, the media, and Lori’s support of RFKjr.You can find Lori Spenser on X (Twitter) @RealLoriSpencer https://twitter.com/RealLoriSpencer

Produced while streaming LIVE on X (Twitter) and Rumble Thursday March 7, 2024. (8:00pm EST / 5:00pm PST)Billy Dees and Shamanisis discuss the Main Stream Media, RFKjr, and the recent push to ban TikTok.You can find Billy Dees and Shamanisis on X @BillyDees & @Shamanisis

Our guest on this episode is Jerry Zezima.Jerry's seventh book, “The Good Humor Man: Tales of Life, Laughter and, for Dessert, Ice Cream,” has just been published. The book is filled with true stories about family foibles and the funny little things of everyday life. It’s the kind of stuff that millions of people can relate to. And it’s a welcome respite from all the bad things going on these days. When the going gets tough, the tough eat ice cream. They also keep their sense of humor because laughter is the best medicine in a world gone mad. We talk about the book and how laughter and positivity can be a tonic for troubled times. Jerry also covers some details about his writing technique and his general approach to humor. You can find Jerry Zezima’s blog here https://jerryzezima.blogspot.com/

Produced while streaming live on X Thursday Feb 29, 2024 at 8:00pm EST.Lively conversation and debate on this episode as we discuss the sad Laken Riley story, news regarding AI, and other media happenings.You can find Billy Dees and Shamanisis on X @BillyDees & @Shamanisis

Our guest on this episode is Karen Lorre. She joined us to talk about her respect for presidential candidate, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. (RFKjr) Karen’s submitted bio reads as follows: Karen Lorre coaches you how to have your body, subconscious mind, and conscious mind all aligned with what you want, so you can win in all areas of life. Karen studied mind-body science at the University of California, then became an actress. Acting was the perfect petri dish for Karen to put that mind-body science into action. After having done over a thousand hours of Television and Film, Karen discovered how much power we have over our own physiologies and lives and put that knowledge into use helping thousands of people transform. Karen is also the International best-selling author of 3 books: Chronic Pleasure Effortless Enchantment Chronic Pleasure in Relationships Karen’s work has been endorsed by Deepak, Bruce Lipton, Gay Hendrix, and many more. Bruce Lipton says Karen Lorre is "an antidote to the pain of today’s world of personal and global chaos." And Deepak Chopra said, “Karen Lorre’s love radiates to you… You can trust that Karen is the real deal —she embodies Chronic Pleasure and teaches you to do the same.” You can find Karen Lorre on X (Twitter) @KarenLorre https://twitter.com/KarenLorre Her books: https://www.karenlorrecoaching.com/book-downloads

On this episode we have Holden Culotta, who is a popular X (Twitter) Spaces host on the platform. Holden is Gen Z, a space exploration advocate, and a blogger. Holden’s topics often center around politics and the lead up to the election of 2024. Holden is very much a supporter of Robert Francis Kennedy Jr., otherwise known as RFKjr, as an independent candidate for President of the United States. During this interview we cover numerous topics such as the state of politics today, how the media and social media are evolving in the political process, and what his hopes are for the future. You can find Holden Culotta on X @Holden_Culotta https://twitter.com/Holden_Culotta You can find Billy Dees on X @BillyDees https://twitter.com/BillyDees

Produced while streaming live on X Thursday February 22, 2024 at 8:00pm EST / 5:00pm PST.What happened to the cell phones? Things that make you go Mmmm.Also X (Twitter) Spaces - What are they? Why are they so cool?And more speculation about RFKjr!On X@BillyDees@Shamanisis

Produced while streaming LIVE on X Thursday Feb 15, 2024 at 8:00pm EST.As the aftermath of the Tucker Carlson interview with Putin continues in the media, Billy Dees and Shamanisis discuss and analyze the interview and the reaction to it.Also, in the wake of a dismal press conference by Biden, has the door been opened to a potential candidate switch by the Democratic Party? What about the rise of a third party candidate such as RFK?You can follow Billy Dees and Shamanisis on X (Twitter)@BillyDees@Shamanisis

Produced while streaming live on X (Twitter) Thursday Feb 8, 2024 at 8:00pm EST / 5:00pm PSTBilly Dees and ApotheCarol are talking about Tucker Carlson and his interview with Vladimir Putin, the recent rise in the polls of RFKjr, health and medicine, and other issues impacting the election of 2024.You can find Billy Dees on X @BillyDeesYou can find ApotheCarol on X @KissMyCarol

On this episode we are talking with January G. Ornellas, author of, “My Above Average Colon.”January Ornellas shares her unique brand of humor in this debut collection of short stories. Ornellas’ sharp wit and raw vulnerability will have you laughing out loud as she takes you on a hilarious and relatable ride through her midlife adventures. “If 50 is the new 30, then why does January Ornellas need duct tape for a DIY neck lift? Why is she being mistaken for a volunteer at her first triathlon? And why is the gym sending her hate mail?” During this interview January shares some of her writing techniques and talks about why the Erma Bombeck style of writing has so many fans. We also cover some ground about what getting older really means to some people and why it is so important to embrace humor and a positive attitude into our daily routine.This interview and book promotion comes to you from HumorOutcasts.com. You can find her book on Amazonhttps://www.amazon.com/Above-Average-Colon-January-Ornellas/dp/B0CPKZYN2T

Produced while streaming live on X Thursday Feb 1, 2024 at 8:00pm EST / 5:00pm PST.Billy Dees and Shamanisis discuss Taylor Swift and the NFL, Texas, and recent developments internationally with Iran.You can find Billy Dees and Shamanisis on X (Twitter) @BillyDees@Shamanisis

Our guest on this episode is Marsha Scarbrough. For nearly 20 years, Marsha worked as an Assistant Director on major feature films and prime-time television. She is a member of the Authors Guild and Directors Guild of America. Marsha is the author of the award-winning memoirs “Medicine Dance” and “Honey in the River.” Marsha has an incredible list of credits and accomplishments to her name. She has worked as writer, a journalist, and is a practitioner of healing practices and joyful living. She lives in Madrid, Spain, and served as the Spain correspondent for International Living magazine.She offers shamanic workshops, including Drum Journey to find your Power Animal, throughout Europe. This delightful interview is loaded with Marsha’s many life insights and some of her anecdotes about Hollywood. You can find out more about Marsha Scarbrough at her website https://www.marshascarbrough.com/