Peace Is Here with Avis Kalfsbeek

Ep 274 “The Stolen Valor Starter Pack” – National Gun Violence Awareness Month (Bullet Poof Bulletins)

Celebrating the launch of eco-fiction anti-gun novella Bullet Poof and National Gun Violence Awareness Month, Avis Kalfsbeek brings back beloved Kitty O’Compost with the Bullet Poof Bulletins.

Tonight on the Spoke-Easy stage, Kitty O’Compost deconstructs a leaked corporate apparel strategy designed to monetize unearned institutional stature. This bulletin satirizes the "Stolen Valor Starter Pack," exposing how modern marketing departments bundle heavy-duty nylon vests and fake certificates of service to exploit civilian insecurities. Inspired by the grounding, collaborative themes of Bullet Poof, this episode laughs at the commercialization of synthetic authority and reminds us of the true respect found in shared, transparent, and constructive community service.

Resources:

Bullet Poof is a hopeful eco-fiction novella about what happens when ordinary people refuse to accept the gun status quo.

Get the book: https://www.aviskalfsbeek.com/bullet-poof

National Gun Violence Awareness Month: www.wearorange.org

Theme Music: "Turn the Steel" and punk intros produced by Avis Kalfsbeek (via ElevenLabs).

Music Credits & Support: Buy LPs and music downloads directly from the bands' websites, or from platforms like Bandcamp where artists retain the majority of your purchase.

This project is inspired by decades of punk ethos, raw energy, and the brilliant musicians who shaped the movement. The sonic landscape of this series was informed and inspired by:

The Sex Pistols, Black Flag, Rites of Spring, The Buzzcocks, Minor Threat, The Clash, Social Distortion, Bad Religion, The Dead Kennedys, The Ramones, Jawbreaker, Fugazi, Rise Against, The Damned, The Stooges, Bad Brains, Bikini Kill, The Lawrence Arms, Husker Du, Pennywise, The Adicts, The Exploited, Descendents, Stiff Little Fingers, Crass, The Germs, Dropkick Murphys, Operation Ivy, Against Me!, Green Day, Blink-182, The Hives, Sleater-Kinney, The Violent Femmes, The Network, The Jam, The Gaslight Anthem, No Use For A Name, and The Interrupters.

Ep 273 “The Tactical Tandem Initiative” – National Gun Violence Awareness Month (Bullet Poof Bulletins)

Celebrating the launch of eco-fiction anti-gun novella Bullet Poof and National Gun Violence Awareness Month, Avis Kalfsbeek brings back beloved Kitty O’Compost with the Bullet Poof Bulletins.

Tonight on the Spoke-Easy stage, Kitty O’Compost breaks down a leaked corporate pitch deck exposing a bizarre cross-marketing partnership between a weapon manufacturer and a lifestyle bicycle brand. This bulletin satirizes the creation of gun-themed bicycle accessories designed for consumers who are forced to ride for health reasons but refuse to leave their defensive aesthetics behind. Inspired by the grounding, collaborative themes of Bullet Poof, this episode laughs at the commercialization of everyday recreation and points us back to the true, uncommodified wellness found in a simple ride around the block.

Resources:

Bullet Poof is a hopeful eco-fiction novella about what happens when ordinary people refuse to accept the gun status quo.

Get the book: https://www.aviskalfsbeek.com/bullet-poof

National Gun Violence Awareness Month: www.wearorange.org

Theme Music: "Turn the Steel" and punk intros produced by Avis Kalfsbeek (via ElevenLabs).

Music Credits & Support: Buy LPs and music downloads directly from the bands' websites, or from platforms like Bandcamp where artists retain the majority of your purchase.

This project is inspired by decades of punk ethos, raw energy, and the brilliant musicians who shaped the movement. The sonic landscape of this series was informed and inspired by:

The Sex Pistols, Black Flag, Rites of Spring, The Buzzcocks, Minor Threat, The Clash, Social Distortion, Bad Religion, The Dead Kennedys, The Ramones, Jawbreaker, Fugazi, Rise Against, The Damned, The Stooges, Bad Brains, Bikini Kill, The Lawrence Arms, Husker Du, Pennywise, The Adicts, The Exploited, Descendents, Stiff Little Fingers, Crass, The Germs, Dropkick Murphys, Operation Ivy, Against Me!, Green Day, Blink-182, The Hives, Sleater-Kinney, The Violent Femmes, The Network, The Jam, The Gaslight Anthem, No Use For A Name, and The Interrupters.

Ep 272 “The Ergonomic Wellness Wand Rebrand” – National Gun Violence Awareness Month (Bullet Poof Bulletins)

Celebrating the launch of eco-fiction anti-gun novella Bullet Poof and National Gun Violence Awareness Month, Avis Kalfsbeek brings back beloved Kitty O’Compost with the Bullet Poof Bulletins.

Tonight on the Spoke-Easy stage, Kitty O’Compost deconstructs the absurd world of lifestyle marketing in the arms industry. This bulletin satirizes a corporate campaign brief that uses wellness-industry language to rebrand a tactical vertical foregrip as an "Ergonomic Posture-Correcting Wellness Wand" to reduce wrist stress. Inspired by the grounding, collaborative themes of Bullet Poof, this episode laughs at the physical therapy camouflage used to normalize tools of fear and points us back to the real health found in open, active community spaces.

Resources:

Bullet Poof is a hopeful eco-fiction novella about what happens when ordinary people refuse to accept the gun status quo.

Get the book: https://www.aviskalfsbeek.com/bullet-poof

National Gun Violence Awareness Month: www.wearorange.org

Theme Music: "Turn the Steel" and punk intros produced by Avis Kalfsbeek (via ElevenLabs).

Music Credits & Support: Buy LPs and music downloads directly from the bands' websites, or from platforms like Bandcamp where artists retain the majority of your purchase.

This project is inspired by decades of punk ethos, raw energy, and the brilliant musicians who shaped the movement. The sonic landscape of this series was informed and inspired by:

The Sex Pistols, Black Flag, Rites of Spring, The Buzzcocks, Minor Threat, The Clash, Social Distortion, Bad Religion, The Dead Kennedys, The Ramones, Jawbreaker, Fugazi, Rise Against, The Damned, The Stooges, Bad Brains, Bikini Kill, The Lawrence Arms, Husker Du, Pennywise, The Adicts, The Exploited, Descendents, Stiff Little Fingers, Crass, The Germs, Dropkick Murphys, Operation Ivy, Against Me!, Green Day, Blink-182, The Hives, Sleater-Kinney, The Violent Femmes, The Network, The Jam, The Gaslight Anthem, No Use For A Name, and The Interrupters.

Ep 271 “Slightly Less Legal Shipped Discreetly” – National Gun Violence Awareness Month (Bullet Poof Bulletins)

Celebrating the launch of eco-fiction anti-gun novella Bullet Poof and National Gun Violence Awareness Month, Avis Kalfsbeek brings back beloved Kitty O’Compost with the Bullet Poof Bulletins.

Tonight on the Spoke-Easy stage, Kitty O’Compost deconstructs a leaked aftermarket catalog designed to exploit regulatory gray areas. This bulletin satirizes the distribution of unbranded drop-in components engineered solely to reverse-engineer standard safety compliance under the cover of "discreet" shipping. Inspired by the grounding, collaborative themes of Bullet Poof, this episode laughs at the shadow marketing funnel and reminds us of the true safety found in open, accountable community spaces.

Resources:

Bullet Poof is a hopeful eco-fiction novella about what happens when ordinary people refuse to accept the gun status quo.

Get the book: https://www.aviskalfsbeek.com/bullet-poof

National Gun Violence Awareness Month: www.wearorange.org

Theme Music: "Turn the Steel" and punk intros produced by Avis Kalfsbeek (via ElevenLabs).

Music Credits & Support: Buy LPs and music downloads directly from the bands' websites, or from platforms like Bandcamp where artists retain the majority of your purchase.

This project is inspired by decades of punk ethos, raw energy, and the brilliant musicians who shaped the movement. The sonic landscape of this series was informed and inspired by:

The Sex Pistols, Black Flag, Rites of Spring, The Buzzcocks, Minor Threat, The Clash, Social Distortion, Bad Religion, The Dead Kennedys, The Ramones, Jawbreaker, Fugazi, Rise Against, The Damned, The Stooges, Bad Brains, Bikini Kill, The Lawrence Arms, Husker Du, Pennywise, The Adicts, The Exploited, Descendents, Stiff Little Fingers, Crass, The Germs, Dropkick Murphys, Operation Ivy, Against Me!, Green Day, Blink-182, The Hives, Sleater-Kinney, The Violent Femmes, The Network, The Jam, The Gaslight Anthem, No Use For A Name, and The Interrupters.

Ep 270 “The Family Protection Rewards Program” – National Gun Violence Awareness Month (Bullet Poof Bulletins)

Celebrating the launch of eco-fiction anti-gun novella Bullet Poof and National Gun Violence Awareness Month, Avis Kalfsbeek brings back beloved Kitty O’Compost with the Bullet Poof Bulletins.

Tonight on the Spoke-Easy stage, Kitty O’Compost exposes a leaked corporate loyalty program designed to transform fear into customer retention. This bulletin satirizes the growing tendency to gamify personal security through status tiers, reward points, and exclusive memberships. Inspired by the grounding, collaborative themes of Bullet Poof, this episode laughs at the commercialization of belonging and points us back to the real safety found in open, connected community spaces.

Resources:

Bullet Poof is a hopeful eco-fiction novella about what happens when ordinary people refuse to accept the gun status quo.

Get the book: https://www.aviskalfsbeek.com/bullet-poof

National Gun Violence Awareness Month: www.wearorange.org

Theme Music: "Turn the Steel" and punk intros produced by Avis Kalfsbeek (via ElevenLabs).

Music Credits & Support: Buy LPs and music downloads directly from the bands' websites, or from platforms like Bandcamp where artists retain the majority of your purchase.

This project is inspired by decades of punk ethos, raw energy, and the brilliant musicians who shaped the movement. The sonic landscape of this series was informed and inspired by:

The Sex Pistols, Black Flag, Rites of Spring, The Buzzcocks, Minor Threat, The Clash, Social Distortion, Bad Religion, The Dead Kennedys, The Ramones, Jawbreaker, Fugazi, Rise Against, The Damned, The Stooges, Bad Brains, Bikini Kill, The Lawrence Arms, Husker Du, Pennywise, The Adicts, The Exploited, Descendents, Stiff Little Fingers, Crass, The Germs, Dropkick Murphys, Operation Ivy, Against Me!, Green Day, Blink-182, The Hives, Sleater-Kinney, The Violent Femmes, The Network, The Jam, The Gaslight Anthem, No Use For A Name, and The Interrupters.

Ep 269 “The Smart-Home Perimeter Paranoia” – National Gun Violence Awareness Month (Bullet Poof Bulletins)

Celebrating the launch of eco-fiction anti-gun novella Bullet Poof and National Gun Violence Awareness Month, Avis Kalfsbeek brings back beloved Kitty O’Compost with the Bullet Poof Bulletins.

Tonight on the Spoke-Easy stage, Kitty O’Compost breaks down a leaked consumer software update that turns everyday home surveillance into a simulated tactical threat matrix. This bulletin satirizes how smart-home applications utilize militarized language and algorithmic push notifications to drive instant, single-swipe purchases of defensive hardware. Inspired by the grounding, transformative themes of Bullet Poof, this episode laughs at the tech ecosystem's attempt to commodify neighborly suspicion and points us back to the real safety found in transparent, connected community spaces.

Resources:

Bullet Poof is a hopeful eco-fiction novella about what happens when ordinary people refuse to accept the gun status quo.

Get the book: https://www.aviskalfsbeek.com/bullet-poof

National Gun Violence Awareness Month: www.wearorange.org

Theme Music: "Turn the Steel" and punk intros produced by Avis Kalfsbeek (via ElevenLabs).

Music Credits & Support: Buy LPs and music downloads directly from the bands' websites, or from platforms like Bandcamp where artists retain the majority of your purchase.

This project is inspired by decades of punk ethos, raw energy, and the brilliant musicians who shaped the movement. The sonic landscape of this series was informed and inspired by:

The Sex Pistols, Black Flag, Rites of Spring, The Buzzcocks, Minor Threat, The Clash, Social Distortion, Bad Religion, The Dead Kennedys, The Ramones, Jawbreaker, Fugazi, Rise Against, The Damned, The Stooges, Bad Brains, Bikini Kill, The Lawrence Arms, Husker Du, Pennywise, The Adicts, The Exploited, Descendents, Stiff Little Fingers, Crass, The Germs, Dropkick Murphys, Operation Ivy, Against Me!, Green Day, Blink-182, The Hives, Sleater-Kinney, The Violent Femmes, The Network, The Jam, The Gaslight Anthem, No Use For A Name, and The Interrupters.

Ep 268 “The Buy-Now-Pay-Later Identity Package” – National Gun Violence Awareness Month (Bullet Poof Bulletins)

Celebrating the launch of eco-fiction anti-gun novella Bullet Poof and National Gun Violence Awareness Month, Avis Kalfsbeek brings back beloved Kitty O’Compost with the Bullet Poof Bulletins.

Tonight on the Spoke-Easy stage, Kitty O’Compost breaks down a leaked consumer financing presentation that attempts to financialize identity crises. This bulletin satirizes a "Buy Now, Pay Later" seminar targeting young adults, exposing how corporate platforms use interest-free layout options and flexible payment choices to sell expensive tactical packages as a cheap shortcut to personal validation. Inspired by the grounding, collaborative themes of Bullet Poof, this episode laughs at the corporate attempt to lease a synthetic personality and points us back to the real, uncommodified wealth found in shared creative spaces.

Resources:

Bullet Poof is a hopeful eco-fiction novella about what happens when ordinary people refuse to accept the gun status quo.

Get the book: https://www.aviskalfsbeek.com/bullet-poof

National Gun Violence Awareness Month: www.wearorange.org

Theme Music: "Turn the Steel" and punk intros produced by Avis Kalfsbeek (via ElevenLabs).

Music Credits & Support: Buy LPs and music downloads directly from the bands' websites, or from platforms like Bandcamp where artists retain the majority of your purchase.

This project is inspired by decades of punk ethos, raw energy, and the brilliant musicians who shaped the movement. The sonic landscape of this series was informed and inspired by:

The Sex Pistols, Black Flag, Rites of Spring, The Buzzcocks, Minor Threat, The Clash, Social Distortion, Bad Religion, The Dead Kennedys, The Ramones, Jawbreaker, Fugazi, Rise Against, The Damned, The Stooges, Bad Brains, Bikini Kill, The Lawrence Arms, Husker Du, Pennywise, The Adicts, The Exploited, Descendents, Stiff Little Fingers, Crass, The Germs, Dropkick Murphys, Operation Ivy, Against Me!, Green Day, Blink-182, The Hives, Sleater-Kinney, The Violent Femmes, The Network, The Jam, The Gaslight Anthem, No Use For A Name, and The Interrupters.

Ep 267 “The Level Streaming Subscription Box” – National Gun Violence Awareness Month (Bullet Poof Bulletins)

Celebrating the launch of eco-fiction anti-gun novella Bullet Poof and National Gun Violence Awareness Month, Avis Kalfsbeek brings back beloved Kitty O’Compost with the Bullet Poof Bulletins.

Tonight on the Spoke-Easy stage, Kitty O’Compost deconstructs a venture-capital-backed lifestyle trend that attempts to turn home defense into a recurring monthly delivery service. This bulletin satirizes the "Tactical Preparedness Box of the Month," exposing how modern e-commerce ecosystems hook younger buyers into a cycle of subscription-based domestic panic. Inspired by the connective and grounded themes of Bullet Poof, this episode exposes how commercialized fear profits off household isolation, pointing us back to the real strength found in open, cooperative neighborhood connection.

Resources:

Bullet Poof is a hopeful eco-fiction novella about what happens when ordinary people refuse to accept the gun status quo.

Get the book: https://www.aviskalfsbeek.com/bullet-poof

National Gun Violence Awareness Month: www.wearorange.org

Theme Music: "Turn the Steel" and punk intros produced by Avis Kalfsbeek (via ElevenLabs).

Music Credits & Support: Buy LPs and music downloads directly from the bands' websites, or from platforms like Bandcamp where artists retain the majority of your purchase.

This project is inspired by decades of punk ethos, raw energy, and the brilliant musicians who shaped the movement. The sonic landscape of this series was informed and inspired by:

The Sex Pistols, Black Flag, Rites of Spring, The Buzzcocks, Minor Threat, The Clash, Social Distortion, Bad Religion, The Dead Kennedys, The Ramones, Jawbreaker, Fugazi, Rise Against, The Damned, The Stooges, Bad Brains, Bikini Kill, The Lawrence Arms, Husker Du, Pennywise, The Adicts, The Exploited, Descendents, Stiff Little Fingers, Crass, The Germs, Dropkick Murphys, Operation Ivy, Against Me!, Green Day, Blink-182, The Hives, Sleater-Kinney, The Violent Femmes, The Network, The Jam, The Gaslight Anthem, No Use For A Name, and The Interrupters.

Ep 266 “The Algorithmic Recommendation Engine” – National Gun Violence Awareness Month (Bullet Poof Bulletins)

Celebrating the launch of eco-fiction anti-gun novella Bullet Poof and National Gun Violence Awareness Month, Avis Kalfsbeek brings back beloved Kitty O’Compost with the Bullet Poof Bulletins.

Tonight on the Spoke-Easy stage, Kitty O’Compost tears apart a leaked Silicon Valley presentation deck that exposes the predatory automation of consumer identity crises. This bulletin satirizes the "cross-selling metrics" of modern data funnels, exposing how tech stacks explicitly connect the social isolation of remote work with military-grade tactical gear for corporate profit. Inspired by the connective and protective themes of Bullet Poof, this episode exposes the mechanical exploitation of human vulnerability and points us back to the real, grounding fulfillment found in cooperative community spaces.

Resources:

Bullet Poof is a hopeful eco-fiction novella about what happens when ordinary people refuse to accept the gun status quo.

Get the book: https://www.aviskalfsbeek.com/bullet-poof

National Gun Violence Awareness Month: www.wearorange.org

Theme Music: "Turn the Steel" and punk intros produced by Avis Kalfsbeek (via ElevenLabs).

Music Credits & Support: Buy LPs and music downloads directly from the bands' websites, or from platforms like Bandcamp where artists retain the majority of your purchase.

This project is inspired by decades of punk ethos, raw energy, and the brilliant musicians who shaped the movement. The sonic landscape of this series was informed and inspired by:

The Sex Pistols, Black Flag, Rites of Spring, The Buzzcocks, Minor Threat, The Clash, Social Distortion, Bad Religion, The Dead Kennedys, The Ramones, Jawbreaker, Fugazi, Rise Against, The Damned, The Stooges, Bad Brains, Bikini Kill, The Lawrence Arms, Husker Du, Pennywise, The Adicts, The Exploited, Descendents, Stiff Little Fingers, Crass, The Germs, Dropkick Murphys, Operation Ivy, Against Me!, Green Day, Blink-182, The Hives, Sleater-Kinney, The Violent Femmes, The Network, The Jam, The Gaslight Anthem, No Use For A Name, and The Interrupters.

Ep 265 “Still Thinking About Sidewalk Safety?” – National Gun Violence Awareness Month (Bullet Poof Bulletins)

Celebrating the launch of eco-fiction anti-gun novella Bullet Poof and National Gun Violence Awareness Month, Avis Kalfsbeek brings back beloved Kitty O’Compost with the Bullet Poof Bulletins.

Tonight on the Spoke-Easy stage, Kitty O’Compost tackles the predatory world of digital e-commerce algorithms targeting suburban anxiety. This bulletin satirizes a hyper-aggressive "Cart Abandonment" email campaign that uses dark-pattern marketing tactics and dynamic discount codes to sell a synthetic sense of tactical authority to an isolated HOA board member. Inspired by the protective, community-centered themes of Bullet Poof, this episode dismantles the commercialization of mundane neighborhood power struggles and points us back to the grounding, real-world fulfillment found in shared creative spaces.

Resources:

Bullet Poof is a hopeful eco-fiction novella about what happens when ordinary people refuse to accept the gun status quo.

Get the book: https://www.aviskalfsbeek.com/bullet-poof

National Gun Violence Awareness Month: www.wearorange.org

Theme Music: "Turn the Steel" and punk intros produced by Avis Kalfsbeek (via ElevenLabs).

Music Credits & Support: Buy LPs and music downloads directly from the bands' websites, or from platforms like Bandcamp where artists retain the majority of your purchase.

This project is inspired by decades of punk ethos, raw energy, and the brilliant musicians who shaped the movement. The sonic landscape of this series was informed and inspired by:

The Sex Pistols, Black Flag, Rites of Spring, The Buzzcocks, Minor Threat, The Clash, Social Distortion, Bad Religion, The Dead Kennedys, The Ramones, Jawbreaker, Fugazi, Rise Against, The Damned, The Stooges, Bad Brains, Bikini Kill, The Lawrence Arms, Husker Du, Pennywise, The Adicts, The Exploited, Descendents, Stiff Little Fingers, Crass, The Germs, Dropkick Murphys, Operation Ivy, Against Me!, Green Day, Blink-182, The Hives, Sleater-Kinney, The Violent Femmes, The Network, The Jam, The Gaslight Anthem, No Use For A Name, and The Interrupters.