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Somewhere on the Spectrum

Somewhere on the Spectrum

By John Robertson

We all fall somewhere on the spectrum on everything. In this podcast, we explore the spectrum of life and experience
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Somewhere on the Spectrum Jun 14, 2019

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A COVID Conversation with a Nurse Ft Briana Waldhelm

A COVID Conversation with a Nurse Ft Briana Waldhelm

Briana Waldhelm is a critical care registered nurse who works in Intensive Care Units. In April she and her Husband decided they wanted to help with the Pandemic. They spent 4 months working in a COVID-19 ICU and ER in Connecticut. She is married husband Todd, with 3 dogs & a bunny.
Oct 21, 202001:38:36
An Eclectic Conversation with Texas State Representative Diego Bernal
Sep 30, 202001:13:47
We lost John Lewis.

We lost John Lewis.

John Lewis was a super hero to me.
Jul 18, 202010:52
Listen and learn ft Sam Houston

Listen and learn ft Sam Houston

On this week’s episode I am joined by the incomparable Sam Houston. Sam is a musician in Austin who has been very vocal during the recent protests. I was inspired by all that he had to say. I jus wanted to listen and learn.
Jun 11, 202001:31:03
Quarantine episode 6 ft James Matthews

Quarantine episode 6 ft James Matthews

I heard about the murder of Ahmaud Arbery and I was devastated. The first person I reached out to was James. We decided to sleep on our feeling and reconvene the next day. We talk about stereotypes, James wanting to buy a gun and me trying to convince him that is a bad idea. Fuck these people. I hope they get life.
May 09, 202001:03:43
Quarantine Episode 5. Ft. Carlos Gonzalez

Quarantine Episode 5. Ft. Carlos Gonzalez

I can’t believe it finally happened. I finally got Carlos Gonzalez on my podcast after a year of trying. Carlos is my best friend in the world and we talked about his favorite stories of me assimilating in the United States our trip to Italy and our love for anchorman man
Apr 18, 202001:10:60
Quarantine Episode 4

Quarantine Episode 4

On today’s episode on chat with my friends Claudia and Ceasar. We talk about Claudia’s music and Ceasar’s Career in science more specifically in genetics in cancer research. We dive into the politics of being in a female mariachi ensemble and what Ceasar is doing to help with the COVID-19 pandemic
Apr 09, 202001:17:50
Quarantine Episode 3 ft. Jared Powers

Quarantine Episode 3 ft. Jared Powers

Today we talk to Jared Powers aka JBro. We talk about his life and family. His son Hudson was born with CDH and we talk about how he handled that. We DEFINITELY talk about Tiger King.
Apr 02, 202051:42
Is it called a game or a match?

Is it called a game or a match?

Tonight’s episode is number 2 of the quarantine episodes. I call my great friend Clint who is in quarantine in NYC. We end it with our recommendations for streaming tv and music. Also...my AirPods died at the end. So it ends abruptly. Fuck it. Who cares. It’s a new world.
Mar 27, 202025:07
I miss you. I’m worried

I miss you. I’m worried

It’s just me and my feelings
Mar 23, 202016:40
The Kids are Alright

The Kids are Alright

Guess who’s back? James. James is back. For ONE FINAL EPISODE. Things are changing with the show. James has an announcement. So does John. Thanks fir hanging out. Stay tuned for the exciting future of the pod.
Feb 06, 202001:09:23
Ep. 23 Shea Serrano

Ep. 23 Shea Serrano

Today we bring to you our interview with SA’s own @shea.serrano He and his Illustrator @arturodraws just recently became the first Mexican Americans to become 3x NY times best sellers with the release of the book Movies (And Other Things). We talk about his meteoric rise as an author, his devoted Twitter fan base (the #foharmy) and much more. We also feature a new song from our guy @ktallsavage new EP. Listen, Subscribe and review!
Nov 18, 201943:17
Ep. 22 Casual Male Big and Fat

Ep. 22 Casual Male Big and Fat

On this episode we speak with local San Antonio artist Melia Wright. We talk about her art, being a business woman, pierceable nipples, Robert Hoffman Silas paintings, Van Gough, and trauma.
Nov 11, 201901:33:06
Ep. 21 Is Jesus King?

Ep. 21 Is Jesus King?

On today’s episode we talk with Aldo about Jesus is King, the new album by Kanye West. We talked about that album and about trends in basketball.
Nov 04, 201901:31:59
Ep. 20 The McRib is Back! pt.2

Ep. 20 The McRib is Back! pt.2

On today’s episode we continue talking to Chris Leal and Jon Garcia. We talk sports, The Green Lab and a crazy coincidence between two cancelled legends. Rate, review and subscribe!
Oct 28, 201901:04:36
Ep. 19 The McRib is Back!

Ep. 19 The McRib is Back!

On today’s episode we are talking to Chris Leal and Jon Garcia. We talk music, the McRib and Jon Garcia’s incredible movie voice. Rate, review and subscribe!
Oct 21, 201901:04:14
Ep. 18 Same Same but Different

Ep. 18 Same Same but Different

Yo! We did it a bit different this week! James is back from Japan and exhausted. Jet lag is a son of a bitch. We sat on Johns patio, drank beer and talked shop. Music, books, strangers who treated us like assholes. Same same, but different. Peace!
Sep 23, 201901:02:41
Ep. 17 James in Japan!

Ep. 17 James in Japan!

On today’s episode we are going international! James is Japan living his best life, but the show cannot stop! We discuss John’s trip to the UAE, culture shock, if there are lines that comedians can’t cross and dabble in politics. Trumpito must go....
Sep 16, 201952:37
Ep. 16 It’s Better In Nature

Ep. 16 It’s Better In Nature

On today’s episode we chat with the incredible Anne Navarro. We discuss what it’s been like since she and her wife had their first child, how she dealt with the stigma of postpartum depression and they try to convince John to try mushrooms
Sep 09, 201901:34:10
Ep. 15 Maybe Blonde Just Sucks?

Ep. 15 Maybe Blonde Just Sucks?

Today we sit down with Vince aka St. Angelo and talk about his music/art collective ideas, what it was like to come out as bisexual and our disagreements on the album Blonde.
Sep 02, 201901:24:46
Ep. 14 Look at this Baby!

Ep. 14 Look at this Baby!

What up Tho! Today we talk to the brilliant Mario Flores about our take on the casting of Lion King, and laugh constantly with one of the funniest people around.
Aug 26, 201901:36:48
Ep. 13 I’m The Weird Black Kid

Ep. 13 I’m The Weird Black Kid

We talk to the man behind the music on our show, KT Allsavage. We talk about his journey in music, how to better categorize music and his love for Lupe Fiasco.
Aug 19, 201901:22:18
Ep. 12 Miss Charles

Ep. 12 Miss Charles

We are so excited to be joined by Charles Barksdale! He Is an old friend, A brilliant performer and singer, and a hilarious man. We talk about old stories from college, prince, and the lion King. We recorded this episode on John’s patio, A brilliant performer and singer, and a hilarious man. We recorded this episode on John’s patio, So if you hear cicadas do you know why.
Aug 12, 201901:09:24
Ep. 10 Have You Accepted Jesus?

Ep. 10 Have You Accepted Jesus?

In today’s conversation we sit down with our friend Chip, the keeper of the greatest beard. We discuss his childhood as a military brat, his love for his music and his 1995 Mustang Cobra. We also talk about trying to focus on your passions and not your j.o.b.
Jul 15, 201901:17:16
Ep. 9 I Was That Guerita!

Ep. 9 I Was That Guerita!

In this episode we talk to the Brilliant Katia Lara aka Guemoza. We talk to her about what it’s like being a TCK (Third Culture Kid), Sex Tech and much more! Please rate and review!
Jul 08, 201901:18:30
Ep. 8 Therapeutical

Ep. 8 Therapeutical

The members of Boyz II Men were not available, so we are please to be joined by the lovely Cheyenne. We discuss unconventional therapies for trauma, EDM, and a little light veganism.
Jul 01, 201901:14:22
Ep. 7 The Compassionate Correction

Ep. 7 The Compassionate Correction

Good morning! We are all by ourselves today! In this episode we talk about When They See Us, changing the verbiage and where we stand as a podcast. Thanks for being so good to us. Especially whoever it is that is listening in Iraq.
Jun 24, 201943:49
Ep. 6 Is that Racist?

Ep. 6 Is that Racist?

Today we hang out with Jaime Ramirez! We discuss his innate music ability, his life on the road with Ringling Bros Circus and what it’s like to be a professional musician in San Antonio.
Jun 17, 201901:27:30
Mid Week Menagerie

Mid Week Menagerie

We had some spare time and decided to record some new episode intros. While doing it, we thought we would just turn on the mics. WE talk about all kinds of weird stuff like Disney, plant based erections and of course....Boyz II Men. Enjoy and thanks again for tuning in.
Jun 14, 201939:20
Ep. 5 You’re a Human Being

Ep. 5 You’re a Human Being

We took the show on the road! This episode was recorded in the new BoomBox Studio owned and operated by DJ Boskind aka Question. He tells us about his ups and downs in the music industry, going to get a Tuba for Rafael Saadiq and the loss of his friend Nipsey Hussle.
Jun 10, 201901:29:57
Ep. 4 Pop That Shit Real Hard

Ep. 4 Pop That Shit Real Hard

We are joined by our friend Kaitlyn Vail! We talk about ADHD, self protection and burping babes. Sponsored by Anchor. Music by KT Allsavage. Artwork by Guemoza.
Jun 03, 201901:03:01
Ep. 3 I’d Take a Murdered Out Dodge Caravan

Ep. 3 I’d Take a Murdered Out Dodge Caravan

Corgi’s who don’t like kids and men in cargo shorts. Josh talks about his journey to sobriety. John calls the cops.
May 27, 201951:56
Ep. 2 He made Thriller!

Ep. 2 He made Thriller!

James and John sit down with the always insightful and funny Chris Leal to talk about separating the art from the artist, 90's R&B and much more. 

May 20, 201901:01:53