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09/24/2024

Can we modernize Shakespeare so that a audience today can understand what is being said, WITHOUT losing the elevated and beautiful language?

I've created my first script attempting this.

Here's my first video about this. I show some differences between the original and my translation. The speech is from Julius Caesar.

Discover how Shakespeare’s Julius Caesar becomes accessible with modern English translations. In this video, we compare Brutus’s original speech with a conte...

08/27/2024

Roommate Wanted!

If you know anyone who might be interested in a room in a nice house, there is a link in the comments section.

08/23/2024

🚀 AI vs. AGI: The Next Frontier in Intelligence! 🤖

Ever wondered if machines could truly think like humans? I had an incredible conversation with the pioneer behind Artificial General Intelligence (AGI), Peter Voss, who believes AGI could be the biggest leap in human history—bigger than electricity! ⚡

Join us as we dive deep into what makes AGI so different from the AI we know today and how it could revolutionize everything from research to the way we understand intelligence itself.

Watch the full discussion here:

Join us on The Troubadour Show as we sit down with Peter Voss (aigo.ai) the pioneer behind the concept of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI). In this insi...

08/20/2024

Shakespeare is not required reading in Texas schools.

“You don’t have to burn books to destroy a culture. Just get people to stop reading them.” - Ray Bradbury

Support Austin Shakespeare (https://www.austinshakespeare.org/) and bring the transformative power of Shakespeare back into Texas classrooms.In this eye-open...

08/19/2024

A great poem to teach to young children.

In this video, we dive into one of William Blake’s most simple yet profound poems, “The Shepherd,” from his Songs of Innocence. Whether you’re a teacher, a p...

08/14/2024

What if the secret to understanding the human soul lies in a series of poems that speak to both a 6-year-old and a 96-year-old? Discover how William Blake’s genius in Songs of Innocence and Experience can reshape your view of poetry—and life itself. Join me in exploring this timeless work!

I’ll teach you a profoundly new approach to reading and teaching poetry, starting with William Blake’s Songs of Innocence and Experience. In this introductio...

08/10/2024

🎙️ Dive into the world of comics with Michael Morse in our latest podcast episode! 🎨✨ From Godzilla-inspired art to the deep cultural impact of superheroes, we uncover the stories behind the panels. 🎭🎧 Whether you're a comic book lover or an art enthusiast, this is one episode you don't want to miss! Tune in now and let's redefine what it means to be a comic book artist.

Available wherever you listen to podcasts

Reimagining Comic Books as Literary Art W/Michael MorseIn our latest podcast episode, we delve deep into the world of comic books with Michael Morse, a renowned expert in comic book history and an artist with a unique flair for Godzilla-inspired figurines. This episode offers a comprehensive look at...

07/12/2024

I had an amazing conversation with my friend Connor O'Leary about his journey from Catholicism to Objectivism. We talked about his experiences with faith, cults, and homeschooling. It’s a powerful story that touches on what it means to live in a community with strict beliefs and how to find your own path.

Check out our discussion on YouTube. I think you’ll find it as fascinating as I did! 🎥👇

https://youtu.be/mYlb5vlAU_8

Would love to hear your thoughts!

Dive into an in-depth discussion with Connor as he recounts his journey from SSPX traditional Catholicism to Objectivism. We explore his experiences growing ...

06/08/2024

Great things do happen when you drink at a pub! Last night a cast mate of mine from Austin Shakespeare's "Romeo And Juliet" told me to do a reaction video for "The Body of an American" by the Pogues.

You can thank me later.

Become a member and select my next song to react to! https://www.troubadourmag.com/membership

05/24/2024

Great conversation with Paul Guay, one of the creators of Liar, Liar.

(From a few years ago. First time on youtube.)

Dive into the mind behind “Liar Liar”! Join us as screenwriter Paul Guay shares his secrets on crafting timeless films, the power of storytelling, and behind...

05/17/2024

Ann Ciccolella and I do another reading and discussion of a Sonnet poem. This one is sonnet 130.
Reading by Justin Scalise

Join us for an eye-opening discussion on Shakespeare's Sonnet 130 with Kirk Barbera, Justin Scalise, and Ann Ciccolella. Witness Justin's captivating reading...

05/07/2024

My discussion with Ann Ciccolella from Austin Shakespeare about the magic of live theatre:

Live in Austin? Go check out https://www.austinshakespeare.org/ Where the Bard is only the beginning. Are you stuck in a streaming rut? Dive into the vibrant...