The BEARD MAIL Podcast

The theme of the day - "well, that's content in itself".

Damo and I were thinking of ideas to promote the BEARDMAIL Podcast. "I've got it..." Damo said, "why don't we dress up as post boxes, go to a big city, like Oxford, and talk to people!" Great idea! Not only will we stand out, but it'd also be 'content in itself'. However, when we planned this months ago, there were no Royal Mail postal strikes taking place.

Well, we booked a day's filming with Rob from Flash Buzz and headed off to Oxford...

Tune in to hear all about it.

Dreams. We all have them. 

They're a window into our subconscious mind, and often they're strange, seemingly random collections of images, symbols, and thoughts. But what do they mean? And why do we have them?

There's no shortage of theories out there about the nature and purpose of dreams, but the truth is, we still don't really know for sure. They can also be a lot of fun, because dreams are often bizarre and surreal. 

Ever felt paralised? Tried to punch someone or something and it's felt slow motion with no force? Ever lost teeth in a dream? Tune in to hear about our dreams and maybe learn something too...

We've all seen the movies. Robots become sentient and decide that humans are a hindrance to their plans for world domination. But is this really likely to happen? For now, they're still just tools that we use to make our lives easier....FOR NOW!!

The ever increasing advances in technology to help the human race make life easier for ourselves is great right now. But could it all go a bit too far? Some say it is never going to happen. but have you seen what Boston Dynamics have created?!!! 

Tune in to see what we think about the future of AI and Robot World Domination.

We discover that both Damo, and Dan's mothers are not big fans of tattoos - which seems to be a theme for that era. 

Are tattoos cool? Are they sexy? Are they badass? What do they mean? What do you think?

Tune in to hear our experiences with tattoos.

Do you think Damo should get an "I LOVE MUM" tattoo?

Can you believe it is November already?! Where has the time gone?

The leaves are falling. There's still rotting pumkins outside people's houses. It is getting darker early and there is definitely a chill in the air. Ch*!&%mas is just around the corner. But before we worry about that...

There's loads of cool stuff happening in November! We have Guy Fawke's night to enjoy all of those spectacular aerial displays. We'll pay our respects and wear our poppies with pride. Some of us may just style out the moustache in support of Movember. 

We have loads to talk about in this latest episode of the Beardmail podcast. 

Stay tuned until the end to find out something else that's pretty awesome happening in November...

Oooh, what a treat and an exceptionally lovely guest we have for you listeners and watchers on this episode of the BeardMail podcast.    

We chat with Loretta LeBonke all about Burlesque so if you ever wanted to learn about sweaty nips, safety pants, and having a laugh then make sure you tune in to this one. Alllllllll the way to the end!  

Dan talks about food a lot.  Standard.  

Find Loretta here =  https://www.instagram.com/lorettalebonke/ 

Find the Scarlet Vixens here https://www.facebook.com/readingburlesquetroupe 

Find The Burlesque by the sea event Dec 2nd 2022 here  https://fb.me/e/48Bm2yz7K

Halloween is a fun and festive holiday that is celebrated by people of all ages. For many, it is a time to dress up in costumes, go trick-or-treating, and enjoy spooky decorations. others use it as an opportunity to connect with their community, host parties, and attend Halloween-themed events. However you choose to celebrate, Halloween can be a great way to have some fun and get into the festive spirit. Just be sure to stay safe, have a plan for your night, and keep an eye on your kids if they are going out trick-or-treating. With a little bit of planning, Halloween can be a wonderful night for all.

In recent years, there has been a resurgence of interest in zombies, with films and television series like The Walking Dead becoming hugely popular. 

They make for great entertainment. But what makes them so appealing?

If you're a fan of zombies, then you'll definitely want to check out Beardmail Podcast.

Now those of you that listen regularly kmow that we like to have a bit of a laugh, but sometimes life can be serious. Rememeber, we are not professionals, we are just two blokes talking about our own personal experiences of mental health. 

With what we thought was the last beard competition of the season, it is clear to see that many people are suffering from "post-comp blues" and even more so with the turn of the seasons and it getting colder. 

Are you doing too much? Maybe too little? 

Do you struggle to simply do nothing?

Do you need to take a break? 

What does mental health mean to you?

If you are suffering with mental health difficulties, there is support out there. Don't suffer in silence.

Samaritans: 0330 094 5717

Mind: https://www.mind.org.uk/ 

You can also train to become a Mental Health First Aider to help identify those that may be struggling and the best ways to signpost them to the right support

https://mhfaengland.org/

There are a lot of scammers out there, and it can be hard to know who to trust. If you're not careful, you could end up giving your hard-earned money to someone who doesn't deserve it. Here are a few tips to help you avoid scammers:

Don't give out any information until you're sure you're dealing with a legitimate person or business.

Beware of offers that seem too good to be true. If someone is offering something that seems too good to be true, it probably is. Be especially careful of offers that require you to pay money upfront; in most cases, these are scams.

Do your research before doing business with someone. If you're thinking about doing business with someone, make sure you research them first. Find out if there have been any complaints against them, and make sure they're licensed and insured if applicable.