Basecamp for Men E295: America, We Can Clear the Skies

E295: America, We Can Clear the Skies with Special Guest

Mark Herr

 

E295 Introduction

Well, we were all set for this interview and, as fate would have it, we had some tech difficulties (from my end) and had to postpone. And in the meantime, our beloved brother Charlie Kirk was assassinated. Murdered in front of his wife and young daughters.

To me, Charlie represented so many wonderful American attributes. He was unbelievably courageous, he inspired and led others, he was a Christian who wore his faith on his sleeve. And he LOVED America!

He loved all of it and could articulate this love with a wonderful blend of articulation, spirit, and humor. He was a stand for an America that could debate our differences. Where BOTH sides were heard and seen. It would be easy for the left to simply demonize him and call him names. This reflexive approach misses the larger context that Charlie and his legacy are pointing to. Something my guest eloquently expresses.

America is hurting right now. By ALL accounts. Everyone can sense that the nation has entered into a new phase. What will w all choose? What will you choose?

Like all entrenched conflicts, the nation is holding a collective trauma. That we have been disconnected and disregard by our fellow brothers and sisters. By our fellow AMERICANS. Nothing has seemed to heal this divide and now we have lost one of your bravest and brightest.

There is something about the episode today and my guest that stirred something in me. A missing piece that I personally have not been able to quite put my finger on.

See if you can see yourselves in today’s conversation. And I join you in prayer that America will do her work to clear the skies for ourselves, our children, and future generations. Enjoy the conversation. 

Mark Herr Bio-

My guest today is Mark Herr. Mark is a military veteran, the co-author of the book Speaking the Language of Liberty, a family man, and the founder of The Center for Self Governance. An organization making a huge impact on the way Americans heal and see a better way forward…for all of us. Here is my interview w Mark Herr. 

E295 Final Thoughts

I really loved this conversation and was moved my Mark’s mission and words. You can find him at www.centerforselfgovernance.com with all sorts of great classes and workshops. Go get yourself some new tools for the important next chapters in our nation.

Basecamp for Men E294: On Privacy…Get Off Zero

E294: On Privacy…Get Off Zero

 

E294 Introduction

The topic of digital privacy is one that I have been personally circling around for quite a few years. Watching how Bitcoiners and cypherpunks ( young and old) navigate this topic.

I am a Gen Xer and grew up in the early days of technology and I have been a man who has put convenience of using technology ahead of my own privacy (as most all of us had). I have been a die-hard Apple user since I was a young man and have enjoyed how seamlessly the user interface is with all the Apps I regularly use.

But with my initiation into Bitcoin (and it is a true initiation and chapter in a Hero’s Journey) has come a growing awareness.

That my love of ease and convenience has made me an easy mark for surveillance and even control. In any centralized system, whoever controls the central node sets the terms. And if the terms are to continually watch and push inputs at you, for instance, then that is what you will get. Without getting too Orwellian out of the gate….centralized control IS thought-control. Do you like constantly being watched and programmed? Eh, maybe not so much.

“But it is so convenient….” Yep, that is the rub.

There is a growing movement afoot called Freedom Technology. Open source, encrypted, impossible to control. And it all fits in nicely with Bitcoin, a decentralized ledger meant to put control of your money in your hands. It is early in the game but it is obvious that digital privacy along with Bitcoin and other decentralized systems that are emerging have a mutually beneficial relationship. To understand one is to take steps in understanding them all.

This decentralized revolution is quietly but surely making its way to the stage. You may not see it or think you need to understand it but I believe this will be talked about for decades to come.

The decentralized, open source movement reminds of Shawshank Redemption where Andy writes to Red “If you’ve come this far, perhaps you’re willing to come a little further.” I am speaking for myself as Red as much as you dear Basecamper. Another topic we will open with today but will surely be finding good guests in the episodes and seasons to come. Enjoy!

 Philip Charter Bio-

My guest today is Philip Charter. Philip is a totally human writer working in the Bitcoin space. He helps Bitcoin companies stack gains through expert articles, meaningful stories, and laser-focused copy. Here is my interview with Philip Charter.

E294 Final Thoughts-

 I love Philip’s message of getting off Zero. I think with complex topics like Bitcoin and digital privacy. The get off Zero approach gives you permission to muck around and learn at your own speed.

Personally, my get off zero involved running a Bitcoin node but also using Bitwarden to keep my most important passwords and info in a military-grade encrypted vault. But I will continue to learn about privacy, now looking into Proton mail and VPN suite and Graphene OS for phones. I will keep you posted.

Basecamp for Men E293:Basecamp Classic

E293: Basecamp Classic

 

E293 Introduction

Well, I had an interview that fell through this past week and I’m travelling a bit. So I thought it would be a perfect time for a Basecamp Classic. These are top-shelf replays of episodes done in past seasons.

What I do is look over my list and then read over the notes for the top two or three and then select the best one. I thought this one was particularly interesting as we are talking about navigating the chaos and messiness of the times we’re living in using your own inner knowing as a compass. These themes hold up well, don’t they Basecampers?

The original title was Dealing with Ourselves with my old friend Ben. Enjoy this Classic and we’ll see you around the fire next week.

The American Pulse E22: Be Who You Are

E22: Be Who You Are with Special Guest Jim Rosemary

 

E22 Introduction

Whenever I talk to everyday Americans, like my guest today, I am reminder how Americans of all political stripes share so many common values. We all want safe, thriving communities to live and raise families in. Talk to anyone in your neighborhood and you’ll see this is true.

Yet, the mainstream media who represents the Globalist Agenda, simply will not recognize all of the common ground we share with Americans who vote differently than we do.

The more conversations I have, the more convinced I have become that, to truly unite Americans, more and more of us need to have the courage to have conversations with Americans across the political spectrum.

I would like to raise the bar on the American Pulse. My original intention was to have Democrats, Liberals, Centrists, and Conservatives on the show. But I have yet to be able to talk to a Democrat. I have only asked two but the response after looking at the show notes was no.

But I am going to renew my efforts. I don’t want to turn the Pulse into a debate forum. That is not my style. But to truly ask liberals and others on to better understand their values would be outstanding I think. As American Pulse listeners please send us any ideas for this. Who do you know who is NOT a die-hard Republican that may be game to come on the show? They will be treated with the utmost respect and never belittled or embarrassed, I promise you.

Thank you listeners and now on to this good interview.

Jim Rosemary Bio

My guest today is Jim Rosemary. Jim is the owner and CEO of New Tech Web, a company focused on website development and internet marketing. Jim is a father and grandfather and the Chairman of LD 47 right here in King County. Here is my interview with Jim Rosemary.

E22 Final Thoughts

I hope you enjoyed that conversation as much as I did. Jim is so insightful on how to unite Americans, isn’t he. Let’s all take a deep breath, step into our courage (which is an American trait btw) and go open ourselves to new people. Thank you listeners and we’ll see you next time on The American

Basecamp for Men E292: Creating a Personal Myth

E292: Creating a Personal Myth w Special Guest Patrick Christell

 

E292 Introduction

The topic of myth and narrative, story and mythic imagination is something that I have been fascinated by for decades. My life has been immersed in mythic imagination since I was a boy, really. Even my sports heroes and sports stories I gravitated to and followed as a child had mythic undertones, unbeknownst to me at the time.

And I believe we all long to live by myth. To have our lives have this sort of magical quality to them. I believe that deep down, we all want to live more courageously. Or to follow the path of the Light or the path of the Divine, the path of God, whatever that means to you. Or to really live by our highest spiritual knowing and our highest truth, are you following me?

In short, we were built for more than just work and a few laughs. We’ve just forgotten. A type of mythic amnesia has set in.

It seems the mass consciousness of the human race is looking for these threads right now, doesn’t it? Things seem to be teetering a bit, right? Nobody knows exactly what is going on or what is about to happen. It is times like these where myth is so valuable. By leaning into mythic possibilities, we open up new neuropathways that helps us set a new course in life. Both for ourselves and for our tribe.

Yet, so few reach this point. Why is that? Too many beautiful human Souls coast through life, resting on what has already happened, giving up their sovereignty and ability to set their own course. I believe if more of us were actively engaged in growing our mythic imaginations and living by a personal myth, you would see a lot more courageous people in the world. And God knows, the world NEEDS courageous people right now, doesn’t it?

My guest today is all about building a personal mythic narrative for oneself. I thoroughly enjoyed his company and this conversation. Enjoy.

Patrick Christell Bio

My guest today is Patrick Christell. Patrick is a novelist, a documentary filmmaker, and a story structure expert with over 20 years of screenwriting experience. Earlier in his career he was a Vanity Fair staffer and even worked with filmmaker Wes Anderson. Today, he runs Iconic, a narrative consultancy that turns hidden life patterns into mythic arcs. Helping people to stop drifting and start steering their own epic story. His work is here at: https://iconic.onl  .Here is my interview with Patrick Christell.

E292 Final Thoughts

Well I hope you enjoyed that converstaion as much as I did. His work sounds fascinating, doesn’t it? Create a customized narrative compass to help you navigate the fog of deception and confusion that we are all swimming in. Sounds right up our alley. To get connected to Patrick and create your  unique personal myth, go to https://iconic.onl.Thank you Basecampers and we’ll see you around the fire next week.