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Musings of the Living

Author: Joel Penner, Erik Berg

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A podcast containing a wide variety of subject matter. It usually consists of creative writing, creative songwriting (more on the experimental, instrumental side), discussions on great bands, comedic relief and other odd bits and pieces that are mused upon by the ones who live.
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Forgiven Faults

Forgiven Faults

2007-01-01--:--

In this edition of Musings of the Living, we cover a wide range of stories in relation to accidents and mistakes people have made and the forgiveness that follows. Also, we include a new section that hopes to ground Musings of the Living in the Bible - a very good book.Forgiven Faults
Subtle Epiphany

Subtle Epiphany

2006-08-12--:--

This edition is moving back to the basics, we include our standard sections with a general bend toward understated discoveries.Subtle Epiphany
Deceiving Appearances

Deceiving Appearances

2006-08-01--:--

This edition of Musings of the Living includes a perspective on how things aren't always as they seem from a boy's imagination to unexpectede wisdom to concealed evil. This edition is filled with deceiving appearances.Deceiving Appearances
Minute to Magnanimous

Minute to Magnanimous

2006-07-10--:--

This edition is the celebration of the one year anniversary of the lifespan of Musings of the Living. It looks at how much this podcast has grown. We also focus on things that are small with big effects or expand to a lager size than was originally expected. Some examples of this are a story, a high school band making it big and interviews with people that live in a small town with big, beauteous surroundings and have had big adventures. Perhaps one of the great highlights of this anniversary commemoration is the return of an old friend.Minute to Magnanimous
In this edition a lot of our sections are trying to look back at things we've done in the past and returning to those while moving on. Some examples are the intro song and transitions which are from a very old song of Joel's, but we have changed them a bit.Returning to a New Time
Exploring the Wire

Exploring the Wire

2006-06-13--:--

This edition of Musings of of the Living is quite revolutionary. It's a testing of our musical skill including a song by Erik and a new section titled "Top 3 Songs". The second chapter of Joel's story Tim's Dream is brought to life as we experiment with sound effects and music. Then Erik and Joel discuss the Scottish electronic band "Boards of Canada". We really hope you enjoy it!Exploring the Wire
Disguised Revelations

Disguised Revelations

2006-05-18--:--

We incorporate a great new feature in which we interview a local personnel who in this case works for the West End Cultural Center among other things. We also include a song of his from an album that hasn't been released yet. Erik then reads a poem/a collection of haikus and Joel starts off a serial story. Erik and Joel then have a song that's going to be released with their album 765 Rooftops, which is still in production. Joel then responds to a book and then Joel and Erik reflect upon Supertramp as requested by Linda Tiessen Wiebe of Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada.Disguised Revelations
This edition contains an interview with the undeniably famous Bob Jackson as well as one of his hit songs "I Will Fight the Opressor Man". Erik Berg then reads a story he wrote for very young people, and then Joel and Erik muse on Van Morrison by request from Calvin Wiebe of Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada! Thanks for the request! Enjoy!The Lonely Famous and the Famous Lonely
Acoustic Minds

Acoustic Minds

2006-03-16--:--

This edition focusses on the mind, including a guest appearance by two philosophers on the meaning of life. We also have two poems in our writing section including Joel's debut. Simon & Garfunkel take the musical spotlight and we muse on their existence.Acoustic Minds
In this edition of Musings of the Living, we experiment with pitch, hence the title. We include an opening song, which is based simply on the dial tone of a phone. We also have our second original song that we've recorded and after that Joel reflects on his photography. To finish it all off, we do our musical spotlight on Neil Young and then let you exit our world with a remix of a grade 10 applied mathematics class.Fluctuating Octaves and Oscillating Falsettos
Small Town Glory

Small Town Glory

2006-01-29--:--

This edition is shorter than the rest, mainly due to an absense of Joel's writing and a comdedy section. It's focus is on the beauty of small town and rural life. You will get a glimpse of Canada by listening to the emerging new band The Sword Swollowers (name in continual process of change) first song, The Rockies.You'll then get a taste of Erik's knack for storytelling as he completes the story that he started last edition. The musical legend Johnny Cash is then focused on in this edition's musical spotlight. Enjoy!Small Town Glory
Heroes on the Radio

Heroes on the Radio

2005-12-08--:--

Heroes on the Radio focuses on the quirkiness of an everyday life in which everyone can and is a hero in some odd way. We open up with a quirky song that uses everyday sounds to establish a beat. Going back to the idea of responses a quick dialogue on the song follows. A new serial story begins after this, read by Erik this time. Then we've got a one time interview with a local cat-saving hero: Jo-bob.We sequel that with a new section to the podcast that will hopefully give you an idea of the kind of movies and books we read and watch as well as introduce you to some new films and novels. We've taken a small break from the musical discussions as we need to find another band/artist that both of us know enough about to sustain a conversation. Then Joel stars on the guitar doing a duet on his own to ease out of the realm of the living's musings.Heroes on the Radio
Lessons of Nature

Lessons of Nature

2005-09-05--:--

Produced in record time by Erik and Joel, this episode contains quite a few songs, including Erik Berg's debut song, which you will hear. A timely discussion about the return to school will be heard and a discussion on the famed band: Nirvana. I also read a piece on how marks are over-rated in the education system. This follows three themes: Nature, School, and Grunge Music.Enjoy!Lessons of Nature
Rhythm of the Ancients

Rhythm of the Ancients

2005-08-30--:--

This edition contains a multitude of absolutely great songs (Potatoes and Cheese is a must listen). Joel Penner then reads a heartfelt opinion on his favourite band, The Beatles. A discussion with Erik Berg and Joel Penner then follows, on The Beatles which starts off our regular section on music. Then there is a uniquely odd calling-in feature where our many fans ask questions they've had about Musings of the Living.A fast, rhythm-oriented song then finishes this episode off.Enjoy.Rhythm of the Ancients
Bleeshub

Bleeshub

2005-08-15--:--

This episode starts off with the brilliantly titled song, Grass, while Miles makes his debut and gives a very intelligent, almost professional response. Joel expresses his view on theatre and what it means and why it is great! Kelsey makes his musical premiere with the imaginative song; Midnight Ramblings.A very interesting and experimental song then finishes the episode off.Bleeshub enjoy.
Hmmmmvuh

Hmmmmvuh

2005-07-31--:--

In this episode Joel Penner and Kelsey Heinrichs collaborate on a song, and Kelsey responds once again, detailing his opinion on the song. Joel reads his opinion piece on the Iraq war in a unique British accent. Kelsey gives a timely response to the popular book, Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince.To finish it all off, a very, very odd song will fill your mind.Hmmmmvuh
Stutter of a Lifetime

Stutter of a Lifetime

2005-07-11--:--

The debut! Joel Penner unleashes his first song on the general population (Artistic Screaming Grace), while Kelsey Heinrichs gives a very helpful response to it. Joel's debuts with his writing as well with an odd piece on how his teeth portray changes in his life. And to finish it off, the short-lived reporters Bob Zoodoggle Joe Smoochka, who were reporting from an island at the time passed away before their first segment even got on the air. A tragic tale indeed.Hope you enjoy it!Stutter of a Lifetime
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