November 30th, 2011

‘Tis the Season…for Mass Manipulation: A Psychological History of Consumerism

By J. D. Luedi

Once again we find ourselves in the midst of another frenzied shopping season. Black Friday saw hordes of…

July 29th, 2011

Movie Review | Captain America: the First Avenger

By E. Peterman

I just assumed that the new Captain America movie ended with him borrowing money from Captain China, but E. Peterman of Girls-Gone-Geek.com actually saw it and shares her impressions of the film.

July 6th, 2011

Geek Lunch

By Dana

In this special mid-week show, I wanted to provide some much deserved exposure to the first-ever podcast from the talented ladies at Girls-Gone-Geek.com. Listeners of Stimulated Boredom are undoubtedly familiar with the…

June 20th, 2011

Movie Review | Green Lantern

By Vanessa G.

Vanessa G – of Girls-Gone-Geek.com – applies her extensive knowledge of the Green Lantern comic book series & applies them to her impressions & review of the recently released, “Green Lantern” movie…

June 9th, 2011

Movie Review | X-Men: First Class

By E. Peterman

E. Peterman – of Girls-Gone-Geek.com – brings her substantial expertise and knowledge of all things comics to her impressions and review of the movie, “X-Men: First Class.”

May 23rd, 2011

Still Here and Annoyed About It

By J. D. Luedi

We as a species seem to have a perverse obsession with our own demise. We just went through the latest bout of speculation and apocolyptic frenzy, and I am assuming that if you are reading…

March 24th, 2011

The Structure Behind Adam Smith

By J. D. Luedi

The works of Adam Smith touch upon various topics, and his magnum opi The Wealth of Nations and The Theory of Moral Sentiments, are important works in the realms of politics/commerce…

December 29th, 2010

Anime: Beyond Pokemon

By J. D. Luedi

An introduction to the world of anime; including discussion, recommendations and information for newcomers to the genre, or those interested in learning more. Understanding anime and its appeal to fans.

December 5th, 2010

“Politics of the Belly” in Africa

By J. D. Luedi

A short review of Jean-Francois Bayart’s work on Africa – a theoretical discussion attempting to propose a new intellectual paradigm concerning the socio-political currents which define sub-Saharan…

November 10th, 2010

America: Inspired by Sanity – Founded on Contemporary Issues…

By J. D. Luedi

In the spirit of John Stewart and his Rally to Restore Sanity, listener & contributor J.D. Luedi writes about the founding of America and its prevailing principles of reason.