Ty and Caitlin have their first remote discussion about how the world has expanded for them recently. Ty is like a little ant navigating the big city, and Caitlin, with her Outlander obsession, reacquaints herself with a literal crowd of people.
Ty and Caitlin wax a little pessimistic about the current politics of the United States, but mainly enjoy the victory of Ty moving to New York. Will he become the new Rasputin? Stay tuned.
Ty and Caitlin are joined by their friend, Erin, in her parents’ backyard to talk about humans and their relationship with the environment, and how to stay vigilant but optimistic in a changing climate.
Ty and Caitlin discuss what it means to be a menace through the film “Joker.” Ty reflects on a moment he had in Taco Bell about being totally and irrecoverably alone as a human. We’re just raw-dogging reality over here.
Ty and Caitlin talk about people and activities that exemplify the Greek ideal of arete, or greatness. Topics include: figure skating, gnostically knowing your destiny, and inspirational moments that bolster a sense of humanity.
Ty and Caitlin share stories of their lived experiences as queer people growing up and living in a rural context. “…What in the world?” And yes, we could have edited the last part out but technical difficulties were happening. This is an exercise in expression. Content>execution.
Ty and Caitlin explore what it means to be embodied. They also share interesting facets of performance mainly through the lens of Wim Wender’s “Pina” and personal anecdotes. Guess how many times they can say the word “body” in one hour. Guest appearance by Teddy the Pomeranian.
Ty and Caitlin discuss dreams and visions for life, particularly through the lens of Tim Burton’s film “Big Fish.” Pay attention to your dreams because your goat might die!
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About The Comet’s Tale
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Ty and Caitlin have been close friends since high school and are now young adults living the Anthropocene dream. They’re in search of their respective places in the world, navigating a pandemic, and…
trying to find sustaining joy and uncover what it means to be and become human. These are their raw conversations.