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One storyteller author inventor cult expert, Mark Laxer. One long-distance runner music educator world-traveler singer songwriter, Eric Maring. Take Me For A Ride is a philosophical podcast exploring ideas of the day, books and music of note plus freeform absurdity, warmth, sensitivity, and intelligence. "These guys are delightful - the perfect mix of wisdom and absurdity to capture this era. " --Pastor Pat Kahnke, Author of MAGA Seduction
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Friday Nov 27, 2020
Friday Nov 27, 2020
Eric shares the wonder of training for and running the Stone Mill 50-mile race before he and Mark dive into the classic “The Loneliness of the Long Distance Runner” and ponder its echoes in the country today. Following up on their review of the piercing and poignant “MAGA Seduction”, TM4R interviews author Pat Kahnke and he shares his thoughts on Evangelicalism and the road ahead. Mr. Peach shows up to decipher the good, the bad, and the oily.
Thursday Nov 12, 2020
TM4R6 - MAGA Seduction in the Sad, Tired, Beautiful World
Thursday Nov 12, 2020
Thursday Nov 12, 2020
TM4R discussion of secrets behind cheese pizza and Qanon. Book talk about Evangelical Pastor Patrick Kahnke's courageous "MAGA Seduction" and Shirley Jackson's "The Lottery". Featured music is "Sad, Tired, Beautiful World" from the Monkey Bible Project. Mr. Peach interjects by revealing the hidden connection between Giuliani, landscaping, and Philadelphia cream cheese.
Tuesday Oct 20, 2020
Tuesday Oct 20, 2020
Mark goes deep reflecting on his experience in a cult and what he sees playing out in the U.S. today. Discussion of Rachel Maddow's masterpiece about the oil industry "Blowout". Mr. Peach ponders fake news, Hillary's server and 10,000 ideas beyond. Featuring music by Eric Maring including A Fine Balance and music from The Line.
Thursday Sep 24, 2020
TM4R4 - Endgame Pt. 2, Empathy, Mr. Peach vs. John Bolton
Thursday Sep 24, 2020
Thursday Sep 24, 2020
Mark and Eric ponder empathy then continue their discussion of "Endgame - Inside the Impeachment of Donald J. Trump" with Eric Olson; the Erics share a poignant and timely song they co-wrote, "The 3 O'Clock Parade". Mr. Peach goes head to head with John Bolton.
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Saturday Sep 19, 2020
TM4R3 - Endgame Pt. 1, Richie Havens, Mr. Peach
Saturday Sep 19, 2020
Saturday Sep 19, 2020
Mark and Eric ponder courage and corruption. Pt. 1 of discussion with poet/thinker/public servant/community organizer Eric Olson about "Endgame - Inside the Impeachment of Donald J. Trump" by Eric Swalwell. A tribute to Richie Havens follows. Mr. Peach makes his customary but highly anticipated appearance. Featuring music from The Line by Eric Maring.