April 2023 – Mind Virus Podcast

Episode 124 – Smart Cities Dumb People

Published April 25, 2023 by wrm

Not surprisingly, topics like censorship and election interference are back on the docket for today’s episode. And for a dramatic finale, Bobby and Jordan discuss…

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Episode 123 – Dreams of Richter

Episode 123 – Dreams of Richter

Published April 17, 2023 by wrm

Do your dreams mean anything? Is it possible our dreams portend future events? If you’re interested in this topic and you’re listening to this episode,…

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Episode 122 – Age of Mediocrity

Episode 122 – Age of Mediocrity

Published April 11, 2023 by wrm

Is there anything really excellent going on in our lives today? Join us as Jordan and Bobby continue to discuss the implications of social media,…

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Episode 121 – Night and Day

Episode 121 – Night and Day

Published April 4, 2023 by wrm

Today’s episode is about contention and reality. Bobby and Jordan finally do a little heavy lifting and take the bull by the horns… they put…

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Month: April 2023

Episode 124 – Smart Cities Dumb People

Episode 123 – Dreams of Richter

Episode 122 – Age of Mediocrity

Episode 121 – Night and Day