In this monologue episode JV discusses the Mountains of the Mind as written by the great writer, Robert Macfarlane.  The book serves as a jumping off point for some personal Mountains of the Mind and other thoughts on rarified air.  Also some thoughts on Greta Thunberg and kitties!  Go BIG and ENJOY!

In this monologue episode JV takes on the light topic of Race in America.  Using some important books the topic is hashed and summarized with a view toward white Liberals and the task of personalizing and taking responsibility for internalized racism.  For deep reference check out 'White Privilege' by Robin DiAngelo, and 'My Grandmother's Hands' by Resmaa Menakem.  Dig in and get real in this INTERESTING episode.

In this monologue episode JV recounts the effect of reading Robert MacFarlane's Underworld and then launches into a talk on the positive physiological benefits of spending time out in nature.  Definitely listen and then get OUTSIDE.  Enjoy!

In this most adventurous and INTERESTING episode JV recounts the recent 8 day adventure hiking the Pacific Crest Trail in WA State.  Follow along as he recounts both the external and the internal experiences of going deep into the backcountry and frolicking on ridge lines.  Enjoy!

In this monologue episode JV lays out the foundations for how our lives are all essentially stories with beginnings, middles, and ends.  The value of these stories is inestimable and form the nucleus of what we believe and how we act in the world.  This episode is also a tribute to a recently lost friend with some stories of her impact on JV.  Enjoy!

In this slightly ramshackle episode JV revisits the topic of Inspiration with JWP.  Further word and idea adventures are had and the notion of the Gift is explored in various ways.  Enjoy the ideas!

In this monologue episode JV discusses the book Being Mortal by surgeon Atul Gawande.  What does it mean to live your life to the end with autonomy and self-determination?  What choices do doctors give us when the diagnosis is grim and how do we know what is truly important for an acceptable quality of life?  Listen to this podcast and then READ this most INTERESTING book!

In this episode JV learns about cutting edge nutritional therapy and how one could become a nutritionist.  All that and much more in this extremely INTERESTING edition.  Eat some kale!

Chester returns to discuss his history of musical exploration and instrument building.  This guy has built some instruments!  Dig in and enjoy this most INTERESTING episode.

In this very INTERESTING episode JV talks with John about how a life filled with music can transform a person's sense of self and can power them forward.  From Michael Jackson to Hardcore Punk, this episode has it all.  Dig in!