happy thanksgiving, y'all! kirk looks back fondly on a unique family tradition from yesteryear that saw 40+ guests cram themselves into a small cabin up north every turkey day for 15 years. the tradition is on a hiatus, but that doesn't mean there aren't tons of lessons still to be gleaned from our old memories. a special thanksgiving hip-hop song featuring kirk repeating the word tryptophan over the backing track "pablo" by ghost beatz (licensed via soundstripe).

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ghost beatz on spotify
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Long-time friend of the host,  the Reverend David Veldt stops in for a chat about faith, religion, philosophy, death, and hot tub folliculitis. Having spent 10 years as a chaplain in senior living and his past two in hospice care, David is uniquely qualified for this accessible conversation about difficult topics. Music by a few of David & Kirk's favorites: The Strumbellas, Dashboard Confessional, and Pokey LaFarge.

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ATITA Links
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Michigan Podcasting Network

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after an old-timey opener, kirk gives a behind-the-curtain look at what's shakin' over at podcast headquarters. topics include the studio buildout, other production projects, and the new 'a talk in the attic' up cycled merch strategy, which will repurpose thrift shop gems into one-of-a-kind a.t.i.t.a. gear. this special episode features a cover of Macklemore's "thrift shop" performed by ice kirk. check out the irie lemon podcast here.

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Colin S. Dhillon was born and bred in the United Kingdom, a child to Indian immigrants faithful to their Sikh way of life. He's gone on to do huge things in the world of industrial and product design. Now CTO of Automotive Parts Manufacters' Association of Canada, the Toronto-based trade association devoted to the advancement of key initiatives and technology for their member suppliers. But this isn't your grandfather's APMA; Colin is spearheading the complex future of AUTONOMOUS DRIVING, CONNECTED MOBILITY, SMART CITIES, and the oft-overlooked CYBERSECURITY required for us to eventually realize the future of human transport. Additional topics include Colin's Sikh heritage, the future of education, tribalism in the UK, and the philosophy of life. A truly special episode.

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APMA Connected & Autonomous Vehicle Development
APMA Automotive Cybersecurity
Project Arrow - Canada's First Zero-Emission Concept Vehicle
NOTE: Articles by Colin to be Posted Shortly...check back

ATITA Links
Joe Jenneman on Spotify (theme)
Imaginary Future on Spotify (Beatles' covers)
Aaron Gentle on Soundcloud (closing song)
Michigan Podcasting Network

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a group of lemurs is called a conspiracy, but what's a conspiracy of conspiracy theorist lemurs called? after a quick review of last week's election hi jinx ends in an eruption of car horns, kirk searches for strategies for a very serious personal problem: he doesn't know what to do with his arms. it's a real problem. music from dr. delight, scott horton, mayr, moments, and federico ferrandina.

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In 1998, Luis Vargas was at a parenting class in Los Angeles when he was asked to participate in an interview with the LAPD. Knowing he did nothing wrong, Luis agreed to talk and headed to the police station. By the end of that day, his future was over. Through constitutional violations, ineffective legal representation, prosecutorial/police incompetence (at best), and unduly suggestive eyewitness identification procedures, Luis Vargas was convicted as the Teardrop Rapist and sentenced to 55 years to LIFE in prison. Meanwhile, the actual Teardrop Rapist continued his spree of violent sexual assaults, following his modus operandi as Luis sat on trial, or in prison. In 2011, the California Innocence Project began looking into Luis Vargas' case. By 2015, he was fully exonerated and deemed factually innocent by DNA evidence.

Joined by post-exoneration attorney Brett Boon, Esq,, Luis shares his emotional journey through a hellacious 18 years. And looks to the future as he continues to grow through the pain.

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Episode Links
1. Luis' Story on CIP
2. Donate to California Innocence Project
3. Donate to Michigan Innocence Project
4. The Alternative to Violence Program
5. Set Free Ministries
6. Contact Attorney Brett Boon, Esq: [email protected]

Show Links
1. ATITA on LinkTree
2. Joe Jenneman
3. Michigan Podcasting Network

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pause the pundits. pause the politics. sit back, relax, and enjoy a few random musings from host kirk ross. in this special election day edition of 'a talk in the attic', there will be no mention of the election. this is exactly what you need in your life right now.

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Long-time friend of the host, Michael J. Morosi has spent his career predicting investment performance using macroeconomic and geopolitical trends as his indicators. Put plainly, he's a Big Picture Guy. Focusing on solar power applications, Michael is an expert in the field, often landing him on a CNBC television panel. Think Jim Cramer, but nothing at all like Jim Cramer.

Wickedly smart, hilariously sarcastic, and genuinely considerate, Michael is a one-of-kind dude with a heart of gold and dance moves to beat the band.

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Links Discussed in the Show:
- Michael's Essay for MAPFRE
-  My Italian Family Service
- Recommended Solar Article on Bloomberg

A TALK IN THE ATTIC LINKS:
- ATITA Official Links
- Joe Jenneman on Spotify
- Michigan Podcasting Network

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as if 2020 hasn't been terrifying enough, this episode features some spook-spook-spooky topics. first, a scene with resident detective holden rogers in "holden's first day". second, a quick dive into the mandela effect, a phenomenon marked by widespread false memories. finally, a short discussion on the uncanny valley.  stick around for a glance at kirk's favorite b-movie horror flick: frankenhooker. additional link: marc rebillet.

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The talented Mike Logan, aka "Ice Cold Comedian" drops into the Attic for an awesome discussion about the burgeoning comedy scene in Grand Rapids. Have you ever wondered about the behind-the-scenes happenings of a comedy show? Have you heard of Sherriff Dar Leaf? Mike reminisces about that time in 2016 that he attended a Trump rally before sharing his vision for how a sacrifice of the wonderful Morgan Freeman could solve The Racial Divide. Get your laughing pants on, boys and girls, because this one is a doozy.

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Instagram / TikTok / Facebook / YouTube

ATITA Links:
Official / Joe Jenneman / Michigan Podcasting Network

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