In this episode host Ian Lawton speaks with self proclaimed Queer, Radical, Activist Thomas Dunning. This lengthy talk covers the subjects of gun violence, homophobia, racism, feminism & alcoholism, to name but a few, but with a healthy dose of spirituality, love and friendship.

Dog Thoughts waxes lyrical on driverless cars while Benny Red pulls no punches yet again on Misanthropy Rising to close out the show.

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A "classic" workshed episode. A Rob, a dog & a Benny. 

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In this episode, host Ian Lawton talks with Canadian Sci-Fi author Jason Kufner where they talk about everything from Science Fiction to self publishing, from Guns to Buddhism, from Psychedelics to everything in between...

It's a good talk.

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Benny & Ian discuss a controversial topic in Misanthropy Rising that may be considered offensive to some, but why it is offencive to some is essentially the point of the discussion. 

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An extended observation on the litter problem in my small town including the strange phenomenon of the "bag o' shite"...

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Short little message for those of you feeling the tug of the passage of time on New Year's Eve.

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Yes, it's the obligatory dad's in their 40's Star Wars podcast special. Just shy of a two hour nerd fest as Ian is joined by actor Steve Wilson to geek out about all that is Star Wars. Benny is back in Misanthropy rising and a very special extra guest is peppered throughout the show. May the Force be with you!

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Short episode of Dog Thoughts Extra to commemorate the anniversary of the death of Carl Sagan.

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In this episode host Ian Lawton had the opportunity to talk with trailblazing Buddhist monk Dawai Gocha, where they discuss his pioneering concept of bringing meditation online.

A concept that, despite its innovation, has been somewhat marred with controversy. 


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Second in a series of BONUS episodes of Dog Thoughts, Dog Thoughts Extra.

While dog walking Ian shares his feelings about certain companies and the relaxed attitude we have towards them. Yes, a bar of chocolate can really make a difference.

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A languid bit of banter from Rob in this long overdue installment of 'I Digress' - I guess one could consider this a 'classic' Workshed. A Rob, a dog and a Benny. 

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