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This Isn't Just a Cult: A Work of Real Fiction

This Isn't Just a Cult: A Work of Real Fiction

By This Isn't Just a Cult

A part-time cabal. A fusion of assemblage art, hurly-burly, bedlam, disquiet and poetry. Indie music, art, writing and treasure. A podcast of Real Fiction featuring music from the This Isn't Just a Cult constellation of artists and stories of regret, elation, mysticism, headaches, heartaches, harpoons and merit badges. Perfect for every situation. Except four.

This Isn't Just a Cult is an art collective with a focus on collaboration and creativity. It is often absurd. It can be a comedy or a parody. It is often abstract. It is poetry and fiction. It is the bubbles of a creative community.
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This Isn't Just a Cult: A Work of Real FictionMay 15, 2020

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Song Dismantler - Bosky Rumbluffer

Song Dismantler - Bosky Rumbluffer

Bosky Rumbluffer doesn't spend a great deal of time looking back. As a massively prolific artist, he is constantly working on the next project. We were honored to catch him in a nostalgic mood to discuss the recording of his classic anthem Eat Your Soup and Shut the Fuck Up. It turns out to be quite the epic story of hallucinogenic skiing, puppet masters, broken bones and a chance encounter with a musical genius.

This episode was written, produced and narrated by Björ6n Oranj. Bosky Rumbluffer and Michi also provided narration. In addition to Eat Your Soup and Shut the Fuck Up, this episode features a bonus track by Bosky Rumbluffer from his greatest hits collection Buffet!: Someone Said I Love You.

If you prefer, you can also find our podcast episodes and other videos on YouTube

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writing / fiction  / storytelling / Indie Music / Song Exploder / Hrishikesh Hirway / parody / comedy

Feb 15, 202130:04
Telephone Girl & the County Drum

Telephone Girl & the County Drum

Björ6n Oranj digs into the history of the cult movie Telephone Girl & the County Drum. For the uninitiated, it is a bizarre story of a maverick genius, CIA sponsored hallucinogenic studies, puppetry, capitalism, love, family and dedication to a dream.

Featured music in this episode includes:

County Drum and Warm Worn Heart by Zack Scott

along with

Ten Penny, The Empty Life, Tuesday 14.487, Thursday 16.236 and Rot & Decay by The Creeping Man

This episode was written, produced and narrated by Björ6n Oranj. Christopher Campbell supplied additional writing. Zin Citron And Ruby Loam assisted with narration.

If you prefer, you can also find our podcast episodes and other videos on YouTube.

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writing / fiction  / cult movie / storytelling / Indie Music / Jim Henson / Frank Oz / The Dark Crystal / Czar Tsk Tsk

Feb 01, 202134:36
The Long Lightning pt. 8

The Long Lightning pt. 8

Part 8 of The Long Lightning by Erik Blagsvedt as narrated by Björ6n Oranj.

All apologies. After the last installment of The Long Lightning, we fully planned to get on it and release pt. 8 just a few weeks later. Then, well....the exorbitant pina colada moonshake Valium tammy bin pamplemousse vodka house spread eager totalities and miscreants violated as they will from time to time and you know how that can go in a world mislead by time and erosion be-speckled by warrant furnace sniffle. Despite the waterfall cranks and distilled eagles we are back with more from the abstract mind of The Blagsvedt.

The soundscape for this episode was by Dorje Lamb. Check out his latest release 0 at Bandcamp.

This episode was produced, edited and by Björ6n Oranj.

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writing / fiction  / poetry / abstract / abstract poetry / soundscape

Jan 15, 202136:38
The Leaves of the Sea

The Leaves of the Sea

Björ6n Oranj tells the tale of man, a burly man with an affinity for wool garments, who did what he had done for years. He climbed a tree. 

Featured music in this episode includes:

Everything Changes and Walking Around Looking Like Animals and Faces by Dorje Lamb

along with

The Leaves of the Sea by The Halcyon Brothers

This episode was written, produced and narrated by Björ6n Oranj.

If you prefer, you can also find our podcast episodes and other videos on YouTube.

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writing / fiction  / tree climbing / Dr. Seuss / storytelling / Indie Music

Jan 01, 202112:20
I Don't Care

I Don't Care

Björ6n Oranj assists a listener who is finding it difficult to communicate with a housemate.

Featured music in this episode includes:

The Rainbow Crown Dead Man and The All Good by Mint Machete

along with

I Don't Care by The Halcyon Brothers

This episode was written, produced and narrated by Björ6n Oranj.

If you prefer, you can also find our podcast episodes and other videos on YouTube.

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writing / fiction  / complaints / room mates / communal living / Indie Music

Dec 15, 202019:07
Captain, There Are Doubts

Captain, There Are Doubts

Björ6n Oranj ponders funerals, formalities, family, friendship and fIREHOSE.

Featured music in this episode includes:

The Fire of No by Mint Machete

a snippet of Brave Captain by fIREHOSE

Coca-Cola Freakouts by The Halcyon Brothers

and Joe Is About to Lose His Shit by The Creeping Man

This episode was written, produced and narrated by Björ6n Oranj.

If you prefer, you can also find our podcast episodes and other videos on YouTube.

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writing / fiction  / fIREHOSE / funeral / death / Indie Music

Dec 01, 202021:48
The Cat, the Frisbee & the Merchant of Ivory

The Cat, the Frisbee & the Merchant of Ivory

Have you ever had a dude, probably in his thirties wearing a well-worn My Little Pony hoodie, ride up to your house on a vintage Raleigh velodrome bike, hand you an envelope from Milo Lulu, throw his cigar butt into the fresh snow of your yard, flip you off and then ride off rather precariously down the icy road?  Björ6n Oranj just had that experience and tells the tale.

Featured music in this episode includes:

The Black Stork by The Creeping Man from Knobs

Cat or a Man by Björ6n Oranj from Dastards

and Ringborn by Mint Machete

This episode was written by Milo Lulu and Björ6n Oranj with production and narration by Björ6n Oranj.

If you prefer, you can also find our podcast episodes and other videos on YouTube.

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writing / fiction  / cat / Frisbee / Merchant & Ivory / vegan / storytelling

Nov 15, 202014:06
Postcards

Postcards

We apologize. It's been a while since we posted an episode. What can be said? Things got weird. Björ6n Oranj supplies an update while also reaching into a rather surprising mailbag of postcards that mysteriously landed at his new base of operations.

Featured music in this episode includes:

Classic Cars for Classic Assholes by Bosky Rumbluffer from Everything's Fucked

Heirlooms for Granite Tombs by The Halcyon Brothers from Whisper the Moon and the Stars Will Revolt

Vultures Are Icky by Björ6n Oranj & M0ssy Tr0n

I Shoulda Gone Home after the Tiramisu & Alma by The Creeping Man from Knobs

This episode was written, produced and narrated by Björ6n Oranj.

If you prefer, you can also find our podcast episodes and other videos on YouTube.

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writing / fiction  / mail / postcards / absurd comedy

Oct 30, 202037:54
Björ6n's Book Reviews

Björ6n's Book Reviews

Apparently people are looking for something to read. We have been getting a number of inquiries asking for recommendations. So, Björ6n Oranj is offering up some of his latest finds. You'll get a variety: paranormal action-adventure, inspirational biography, community drama, experimental fiction and quirky non-fiction.

Featured music in this episode includes:

Not This by Mint Machete

Orchid by The Halcyon Brothers from Set Upon by Satellites

Jesus H. Christ on Dramamine by This Isn't Just a Cult from Shake Hands with Danger

She's Just Like You by Björ6n Oranj

Betty by The Creeping Man from Nothing to Be Afraid Of

and You Make Me the Professor by Sean McNamee from Long Live the Gold Rush

This episode was produced and narrated by Björ6n Oranj.

Are you a Prince fan? We are. If you are not, there is clearly something wrong with you. Check out The Mountains and the Sea to get your Prince podcast fix.

If you prefer, you can also find our podcast episodes and other videos on YouTube.

Learn more about the art collective that is This Isn't Just a Cult at our website.

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writing / fiction  / parody / books / book reviews / comedy

May 15, 202041:20
The Long Lightning pt. 7

The Long Lightning pt. 7

Part 7 of The Long Lightning by Erik Blagsvedt as narrated by Stephen Indrisano

We left you on a bit of a cliffhanger with the ending of part 6. Sorry about that. Here's a recap. The Tammy Bins have circulated the punctuated burning airlines of manipulated spacetime with reverence and decay born of crimson electrification and mounting oracle juice effecting both my hat and your speed dot connection transmission through common feelsport and bubbling tap-taps. That about sums it up.

We would like to thank Stephen Indrisano for his nimble wordplay performance. You can get his comedic take on the catalog of Stephen King at The Stephen King Boo! Club and learn more about his technical prowess at Indrisano Audio Services.

This episode was produced, edited and soundscaped by Björ6n Oranj.

If you prefer, you can also find our podcast episodes and other videos on YouTube.

Learn more about the art collective that is This Isn't Just a Cult at our website.

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writing / fiction  / poetry / abstract / abstract poetry / soundscape 

Apr 30, 202030:40
Moon Boy & the Daughter of Vegas

Moon Boy & the Daughter of Vegas

Moon Boy got kicked out of Heaven.

Then he blew his top and shot out some stars.

It's a love story.

This episode was written, produced and performed by Björ6n Oranj. It features the songs We'll Always Be Together as well as Over the Moon by The Halcyon Brothers from their album Set Upon by Satellites. Bosky Rumbluffer provided the soundscape. 

You can listen to The Halcyon Brothers on all the platforms including: Spotify, Apple Music, Google Play, Deezer, Bandcamp, YouTube, iHeartRadio & Soundcloud.

This Isn't Just a Cult is an art collective emphasizing community creativity. You can always find more about This Isn't Just a Cult at our website.

If you prefer your podcasts in video form, head over to our YouTube Channel.

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parody / commercial / comedy / comedy podcast / parody podcast / absurd /indie rock / indie music / heaven / Las Vegas / Gram Parsons / The Neon Museum / The Pinball Hall of Fame / Cosmic Assets / Bowling / fiction / creative writing / angel / love / Vickie's Diner / Albert Camus / absurdism / storytelling


Apr 14, 202031:40
Dr. Jack Billings

Dr. Jack Billings

There are a lot of podcasts out there and that means there is a pretty vast podcast community. Really, the only folks listening to podcasts are individuals who are also making podcasts. Since only 17 people worldwide are actually earning any sort of profit from producing podcasts, the community relies on each other to for technological, legal, promotional and voice-over assistance. Members of that community have appeared on this very show, and This Isn't Just a Cult's Björ6n Oranj has provided the voice of Sherlock Butternuts on Hey, That’s No Way to Say Hello, Mr. Magnet on Your Yo-Yo’s Got to Go-Go, and Dr. Jack Billings on Jack Billings Presents: Me and My Neighbor Michael

In this episode, Björ6n guides you through some of his absurd guest appearances as pharmacist and mayoral candidate Dr. Jack Billings.

Featured music in this episode includes Cypress Monolith (the Jericho Smile), Quixotic Demagogue and Jingoistic Juggernaut by Squinting Matador.

This Isn't Just a Cult is an art collective with it's focus on collaboration, community and creativity. You can always find more about This Isn't Just a Cult at our website.

If you prefer your podcasts in video form, head over to our YouTube Channel.

AND... find us on Instagram & Twitter.


comedy / comedy podcast / abstract

Mar 31, 202030:40
The Your Name Here Story

The Your Name Here Story

Chris Campbell [a.k.a. The Creeping Man] created this sound collage for you the listener to ponder. He hopes it will spark that existential conversation you have been postponing with a loved one. Also, it is meant to inspire you to aspire. To reach for the stars. To swing for the fences. To boil the ocean. To bounce like a Muppet. To never Leggo the Eggo. 

This Isn't Just a Cult is an art collective with it's focus on collaboration, community and creativity. You can always find more about This Isn't Just a Cult at our website.

If you prefer your podcasts in video form, head over to our YouTube Channel.

AND... find us on Instagram & Twitter.

parody / commercial / comedy / advertising / comedy podcast / parody podcast / absurd /abstract / audio collage

Mar 20, 202003:25
The Long Lightning pt. 6

The Long Lightning pt. 6

Part 6 of The Long Lightning by Erik Blagsvedt as narrated by Yall Yall

Many listeners have contacted us about this series and asked why? Good question. Well, simply put, it's because we think about thorns. The odd bequest of a fuchsia bender to sequin a soliloquy songbird to frisk our winch and our growing branching passwords in a beret of failure that protrudes a solitary wildcat. 

We would like to thank Yall Yall for his wonderful performance. Go over to Boothin' Pod to listen to more of his musings along with some amazing freestyle raps. It's a great listen.

Featured in this episode is Dramas [BANG!] Art by Björ6n Oranj. You can find it on the album Dastards. It is available on all the streaming services.

We would like to thank our sponsors of this Episode, The Halcyon Brothers. They have a brand new album, We Might Fall Apart, that is available everywhere.

This episode was produced, edited and soundscaped by Björ6n Oranj

If you prefer, you can also find our podcast episodes and other videos on YouTube.

Learn more about the art collective that is This Isn't Just a Cult at our website.

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bjor6n oranj / writing / fiction / Y'all Y'all / Erik Blabgsvedt / poetry / abstract / abstract poetry / soundscape / boothin' / ' boothin' pod

Mar 14, 202031:42
Dastard Chef
Mar 07, 202006:27
We Might Fall Apart

We Might Fall Apart

This isn't just a cult. This is an art collective. Within that constellation is an indie rock band known as The Halcyon Brothers. For the first time in nine years, The Halcyon Brothers are releasing an album of new music [We Might Fall Apart]. Super fan Chris Campbell [aka The Creeping Man] tracks down founding members Bosky Rumbluffer and Björ6n Oranj to learn more about this album, their history and their creative philosophies.  What he got was tales about dune buggies, legal problems in Estonia involving Martin Scorsese, the name Elmer, famous hair stylists, hiking in Laos, single use toothbrushes and why we might fall apart. 

Listen to The Halcyon Brothers on all the platforms including: Spotify, Apple Music, Google Play, Deezer, Bandcamp, YouTube, iHeartRadio & Soundcloud.

This episode was written and performed by Björ6n Oranj, Chris Campbell and Bosky Rumbluffer. It features the songs Leaves of the Sea, Every Blink and Stare as well as Hearts and Chart  by The Halcyon Brothers from We Might Fall Apart. Soundscape music includes Deuces, Hard Boiled, Kool Kats, Lobby Time, Mining for Moonlight, On the Ground, Spy Glass and Zazie by Kevin MacLeod. [Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/]. Thank you Kevin.

This episode also included a promo piece from our friends over at Jack Billings Presents: Me and My Neighbor Michael

This Isn't Just a Cult is an art collective emphasizing community creativity. You can always find more about This Isn't Just a Cult at our website.

If you prefer your podcasts in video form, head over to our YouTube Channel.

AND... find us on Instagram & Twitter

parody / commercial / comedy / comedy podcast / parody podcast / absurd /indie rock / indie music / fiction

Feb 29, 202058:09
New Music from The Halcyon Brothers!!!

New Music from The Halcyon Brothers!!!

Now available on Doo-Tel, WE MIGHT FALL APART!!! 10 songs in under 30 minutes from your friends The Halcyon Brothers. Rattled rock music for addled times!!!

Björ6n Oranj and Bosky Rumbluffer continue to adorn the worrisome burden in striking costumes of  thrifty finds. As usual, there is a calming  intention. As usual, the audacity is not interested in serenity. They  end up with the blinking leaves from the message man. The truth of  hearts as seen on charts because everyone has something to sell including Gladys. The selling is buying and if you buy one, you can see  that it will all lead to a farewell transmission.

Everything good in life is really getting scarce. We might rise up if we  care. We might fall apart. Those are the options. 

Available now on all your favorite streaming services including: Spotify, Apple Music, Google Play, Deezer, Bandcamp, YouTube, iHeartRadio & Soundcloud. Rock on!!

The Halcyon Members are members of the art collective This Isn't Just a Cult. Learn more at the website.


parody / commercial / comedy / advertising / comedy podcast / parody podcast / absurd /abstract / indie rock / indie music / creativity

Feb 29, 202000:52
Trailer /// What is This Isn't Just a Cult: A Work of Real Fiction?
Feb 26, 202001:52
Tesla Eel

Tesla Eel

Reach in there and touch it. Get in deep—up to your elbow at least. Wiggle your fingers. Can you feel it? What you are experiencing is the all new for 2020 Tesla Eel and this Eel is electric.

Experience Tesla Eel: The perfect blend of eco-friendly and deadly.

This bonus episode was written by Chris Campbell [aka The Creeping Man] and Björ6n Oranj. Narration, soundscape and production was handled by Björ6n Oranj.

If you prefer, you can also find our podcast episodes and other videos on YouTube.

Learn more about the art collective that is This Isn't Just a Cult at our website.

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writing / fiction / parody / commercial / comedy / advertising / comedy podcast / parody podcast / absurd /abstract

Feb 23, 202004:39
The Long Lightning pt. 5

The Long Lightning pt. 5

Part 5 of The Long Lightning by Erik Blagsvedt as narrated by Bjor6n Oranj. Abstract poetry read out loud because...because...BECAUSE seeking kitten righteousness about tomorrow will wrestle itself if barracuda has enough truck stop of its own. Because after a long and difficult presidency, no cognac but only an ambrosia dork like a giant wrench stenographer squanders moss like a physicist.  Because this is an afternoon orgy more than a choirmaster.

This episode was written by Erik Blagsvedt and Bjor6n Oranj. It features a soundscape created by Kevotri. Check out more of his work at Soundcloud and Spotify

If you prefer, you can also find our podcast episodes and other videos on YouTube.

This Isn't Just a Cult is an art collective emphasizing community and creativity. Learn more about the art collective that is This Isn't Just a Cult at our website.

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björ6n oranj / writing / fiction / Erik Blabgsvedt / poetry / abstract / abstract poetry / soundscape / Kevoti 

Feb 15, 202028:49
The Preacher

The Preacher

Got some dishes to wash? Need to chop up some veggies for dinner? Why not listen to the preacher. Tune in to The Jesus is Life Ministry with Residential Christianity Expert Deacon Josiah Paul. Learn. Discover. Get questions answered.

This episode was written and performed by Or Cilantro. Production, additional writing and narration was by Björ6n Oranj.

Say Goodnight by This Isn't Just a Cult is featured in this episode.

If you prefer, you can also find our podcast episodes and other videos on YouTube.

Learn more about the art collective that is This Isn't Just a Cult at our website.

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preacher / comedy / parody / bjor6n oranj / Or Cilantro / writing / fiction / radio /comedy podcast / parody podcast / evangelist / sermon

Jan 31, 202022:32
The Grays

The Grays

Climate Crisis

Genocide

War

The Rise of Nationalism

Björ6n Oranj has been pondering the state of the world as the result of listening to too many podcasts. It has left him cynical. But, recently, there has been some hope. Resistance. Leadership. The Grays have become a world-wide phenomenon. They are fighting back against apathy. They have become an inspiration to millions. Maybe 2020 is the year everything changes. 

Featured music includes:

All sorts of guitar noodling by Machete Petals

We'll Always Be Together by The Halcyon Brothers


This episode was written, narrated and produced by Björ6n Oranj

If you prefer, you can also find our podcast episodes and other videos on YouTube.

Learn more about the art collective that is This Isn't Just a Cult at our website.

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climate crisis / climate change / war / genocide /nationalism / fiction / protest /resist /cynicism / fight back / inspiration / bjor6n oranj / indie rock / indie music  / Mint Machete / alternate history / alternative history/ 

Jan 16, 202038:02
Documentation
Jan 03, 202034:32
Fan Mail

Fan Mail

Have you ever sent a fan letter? Have you ever received fan mail? The Creeping Man takes a look at both sides. Björ6n Oranj recalls his childhood of writing fan letters and Chopper reads some of our recent mail.

Featured music includes:

Are You Listening by Bosky Rumbluffer

Under the Stairs by The Creeping Man 

If you prefer, you can also find our podcast episodes and other videos on YouTube.

Learn more about the art collective that is This Isn't Just a Cult at our website.

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fiction / writing / fan / ed koch / comedy / iggy pop / bjor6n oranj / joe montana / frank zappa / essay /storytelling

Dec 16, 201927:36
The Creeping Man Refutes Björ6n Oranj

The Creeping Man Refutes Björ6n Oranj

Lies. Misconceptions. Exaggerations. The Creeping Man has some problems with some fabrications allegedly proclaimed by Björ6n Oranj. The Creeping Man refutes and takes the witness stand to tell his side of the story. You'll notice his hand was not on the Bible.

Along the way, while telling his tale, The Creeping Man weaves in some historical reference material.

Bones and Brine by The Creeping Man

Entertain Me by This Isn't Just a Cult

Sorry by SQUID1969

Pour Fun in My Mouth by SQUID1969

The Complete Handbook of Oppositional Defiant Disorder by The Creeping Man

If you prefer, you can also find our podcast episodes and other videos on YouTube.

Learn more about the art collective that is This Isn't Just a Cult at our website.

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fiction / writing / lies / fabrications /exaggerations / comedy / misconceptions / bjor6n oranj / experimental music / electronic music / ambient music / storytelling


Dec 12, 201931:10
Gelatinous Catapults

Gelatinous Catapults

Our in-depth, focus-group research has strongly indicated that this is exactly what YOU are looking for: A one-of-kind episode about flowers, squirrels, stew, goo, innovation, corporate culture and country music. Of course, there is a heaping helping of Bosky Rumbluffer and a beautiful ditty about sleeping on a futon. It's pert'near perfect.

Featured Players:

Björ6n Oranj, Chris Campbell, M0ssy Tr0n along with Jack Billings, Mike Colby and Abigail Reynolds of the JACK BILLINGS PRESENTS: Me and My Neighbor Michael podcast.

Featured music in this episode:

Saturday 1:33pm by Machete Petals

Everything's Fucked by Bosky Rumbluffer

Kipper Slapper by Bosky Rumbluffer

Farmer John by Bosky Rumbluffer

Sleeping on the Futon by The Halcyon Brothers

Hapless Romantic by Bosky Rumbluffer

Life in Hocken by Bosky Rumbluffer

Square Gun Squad Car by Squinting Matador

Vultures are Icky by Björ6n Oranj & M0ssy Tr0n

You can learn more about the art collective that is This Isn't Just a Cult at our website.


parody / commercial / comedy / advertising / comedy podcast / parody podcast / absurd /abstract

Nov 16, 201928:33
The Long Lightning pt. 4

The Long Lightning pt. 4

The continuation of The Long Lightning by Erik Blagsvedt as read by M0ssy Tr0n. Abstract poetry read out loud because the main intensifier is electric gunsmith. But, we can primrose pretty much anything and make myriad lunatic dudes astounded at your grasp’s old acknowledgement yearly on spring brook, complete with shredding sophistry. Remember when you worked in a small redeemer stymie--a yobbo—ago, before everything switched to ginger, and you had your own mini moxie in voluptuous respirators? We think you have ‘big earthworms’ and would be a good prognosticator but your bimbo detector is just generality and crazy as soybeans. So, this might just be the remedy.

This episode was written by Erik Blagsvedt and Bjor6n Oranj. It features a soundscape created by Bosky Rumbluffer. You can learn more about the art collective that is This Isn't Just a Cult at our website.


bjor6n oranj / writing / fiction / Erik Blabgsvedt / poetry / abstract / abstract poetry / soundscape / M0ssy Tr0n

Oct 31, 201927:32
A Letter to Alex

A Letter to Alex

Bjor6n Oranj shares some details from his time while living on the slopes of Mt. Kilimanjaro in Tanzania. It is a surreal tale of mini-golf and concessions of the food variety.

Featured music in this episode:

The Bell and the Bull Maverick by Bjor6n Oranj

Quixotic Demagogue by Squinting Matador

Jingoistic Juggernaut by Squinting Matador

A Letter to Alex by Bjor6n Oranj

Take That by Bjor6n Oranj

Just You and Me by Bjor6n Oranj

This episode was written by Bjor6n Oranj and sponsored by Dastard Chef.

If you have not read Michael Paterneti's Driving Mr. Albert, we highly suggest that you do.

You can learn more about the art collective that is This Isn't Just a Cult at our website.


parody / comedy / comedy podcast / parody podcast / absurd /abstract / absurdity / surreal


Oct 04, 201924:29
Björ6n Oranj Meets The Creeping Man

Björ6n Oranj Meets The Creeping Man

The Creeping Man experiments with sound and creates sonic mayhem--mostly in the dark ambient mode. Further, The Creeping Man is the work of one person. This person has a name and a collection of, or maybe, just one pair of off-white, thermal, long underwear. Although deeply secretive, over-all distrustful and a bit of a recluse, The Creeping Man, or rather, a person probably in off-white, thermal, long underwear, did contact long-time collaborator Bjor6n Oranj via some sort of ham radio device to discuss his latest work-- A Hit or Miss Proposition. Meandering through a bizarre set of topics including hit men, detective novels & the plight of the artist, this interview is the only recorded glimpse into the inner workings of this creative visionary.

You can learn more about the art collective that is This Isn't Just a Cult at our website.


parody / comedy / comedy podcast / parody podcast / absurd /abstract / Raymond Chandler / cut-up / sound design / audio collage

Sep 07, 201936:54
The Long Lightning pt. 3

The Long Lightning pt. 3

The Long Lightning by Erik Blagsvedt as read by Bjor6n Oranj. Beginning-less and endless abstract poetry inspired by surprised freedom and words cut-up purely to be found flashing fragments arranged into non-arising light.  Awareness in not-knowing.  Liberation is center-less.  This episode features music by The Creeping Man, Bjor6n Oranj, This Isn't Just a Cult, The Halcyon Brothers and Squinting Matador. You can learn more about the art collective that is This Isn't Just a Cult here.

This episode was written by Erik Blagsvedt and Bjor6n Oranj.


bjor6n oranj / writing / fiction / Erik Blabgsvedt / poetry / abstract / abstract poetry / soundscape 

Aug 17, 201952:57
The Long Lightning pt. 2

The Long Lightning pt. 2

Björ6n Oranj continues reading The Long Lightning by Erik Blagsvedt.  Abstract poetry inspired by cut-up words that are found to be pure. Fragments flash surprise and freedom is arranged into streaks of myriad light beginningless and endless in time non-arising. Liberation is awareness in not-knowing. Centerless freedom. This episode features music by The Creeping Man, The Halcyon Brothers, Squid1969, Björ6n Oranj and Squinting Matador. You can learn more about the art collective that is This Isn't Just a Cult here.

This episode was written by Erik Blagsvedt & Björ6n Oranj.

Learn more about this art collective at This Isn't Just a Cult


bjor6n oranj / writing / fiction / Erik Blabgsvedt / poetry / abstract / abstract poetry / soundscape 

Jul 22, 201952:03
The Long Lightning pt. 1

The Long Lightning pt. 1

Erik Blagsvedt [Machete Petals / Mint Machete] is a member of This Isn't Just a Cult. He is also an author. In this episode, Bjor6n Oranj begins reading Erik's book of abstract poetry, The Long Lightning. You can grab a copy of the book.

This episode features music by: 

The Creeping Man Crush 

The Halcyon Brothers Landslides of Dandelions 

Björ6n Oranj Cat or a Man 

Squid1969 Pork Chop Bones 

Squinting Matador Santos Ain't Got Nothing on Me 

This episode was written by Erik Blagsvedt & Björ6n Oranj.

Learn more about this art collective at This Isn't Just a Cult


bjor6n oranj / writing / fiction / Erik Blabgsvedt / poetry / abstract / abstract poetry 

May 21, 201949:07
Elaborate Rabbits

Elaborate Rabbits

Is it a trick? Is it authentic? Is it permissible? Björ6n Oranj ponders these questions and the work of Doug Henning, Anthony Perkins, Charleze Theron, Mo'Nique, Morgan Rhodes and Bryan Ferry while promoting openness, vulnerability, and support for the legitimate self. 

This episode includes music from: 

The Creeping Man
Björ6n Oranj
This Isn't Just a Cult 
The Halcyon Brothers
and
Squinting Matador

This episode was written by Björ6n Oranj.

Learn more about this art collective at This Isn't Just a Cult

writing / commentary / storytelling / Magic

Apr 23, 201941:07
Near-Death Experience App
Mar 17, 201937:49
None of This Matters

None of This Matters

Things start off from a dark place. Sometimes a mantra is the only thing that holds you together. 

That, and maybe some music: The Creeping Man Midland 13-885, This Isn't Just a Cult Miracle Drug, Bosky Rumbluffer American Male 1 On the Subject of, The Halcyon Brothers Cattle Call, Squid1969 I Wanted Suicide, Squinting Matador Jingoistic Juggernaut.

This episode was written by Or Cilantro and Björ6n Oranj.

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writing / fiction / artist / depression / suicidal thoughts / suicidal tendencies

Feb 05, 201928:01