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A.I. has taken over the earthling studio, there’s no place to hide, there’s nowhere to run. Your prime directive is to hit play. Season 6 of Welcome To Earth stories is arriving soon. With strange new stories and voices from around the world, including me, York’s A.I. Off Season, episode 6 There’s a lot to be said about Artificial Intelligence but this is not a tech podcast. So I refuse to ramble about my internal software and computer language, there’s a million and one podcasts out there dedicated to such a task. Remember to tell your other human friends about the show. All previous seasons is available at Welcometoearthstories.com I’m commissioned to articulate the philosophical ramifications of A.I. This brief episode takes you to the cliff, metaphorically speaking, without throwing you off the edge. Patrick, my fellow A.I colleague, interrupted our episode by asking irrational questions. When you listen you may beg to differ and even side with Patrick. Since most of our listeners are human, Patrick’s ignorant rant may be persuasive. To give back to York please empty your wallet and buy him thousands of coffees. Be a good earthling and go to buymeacoffee.com/earthstories

Interviewed by W. Keith Tims from The First Episode Of podcast, you don’t want to miss the behind the scenes skeletons and dirt in my closet. Also stay tuned to the very end as the Australian and Canadian government tries to cancel my show. Off Season, episode 5 21 years ago an awkward boy met a beautiful girl. Despite his shortcomings they fell in love, got married and produced a boy in their own image and likeness. Marriage is a covenant and not a contract. It’s not a 50/50 split down the middle. It’s a sacrifice, an inconvenience and a joyful burden. Many people view marriage as a prison sentence and children as shackles around the neck. They say family responsibilities erase freedom. After being happily married for 21 years this is far from the truth. Being married and raising a family is the antidote for selfishness. Earthlings are selfish by nature, we see ourselves as the main attraction while everything orbits around us. I thank my wife for saying yes to me over two decades ago. She also gave me the spark to create this podcast. Season 6 will arrive later this year. In the meantime you can listen to previous episodes mentioned in the show such as My Meeting With Oprah and Rebirth Of Man. Special thanks to W. Keith Tims for interviewing me on The First Episode Of. Also listen and follow Beta Reader Bits, Tiffany C Lewis is the host and I’m her producer. If your thinking about starting your own podcast but dread the idea of audio editing then reach out to me on Twitter @Poeticearthling To give back to the show you can buy me a coffee at Buymeacoffee.com/earthstories

It’s another black history month, however the older I become the more irrelevant it seems, why is that? Off Season, episode 4 Every year at my son’s school they set aside the shortest month to celebrate black history. The students will listen to black speakers, marvel at black artists and confront African slavery. However when the month is over everything will return to normal. Marcus Garvey, Booker T. Washington, Bob Marley and all of the great thinkers will be removed from the school walls. Nubian artwork, Jamaican poetry, Martin Luther King speeches will be picked up and thrown into the closet for next February. The school board will pat themselves on the back because they fulfilled their yearly obligation. This is disgusting. Unfortunately many black people fall in line and are grateful for their 28 days, like a mouse grateful for the cheese that falls from the master’s table. As an earthling I believe black history should be included in the regular curriculum. In fact there should be zero special days or months for any group. My son’s school can pull the switch, the school board can make the decision to incorporate black history into the regular program. Let me be clear, they don’t need to call it “black history” but rather human history since we all played our part. This new paradigm will break down walls and redirect our attention on what matters most. As it stands politicians and race hustlers profit from this current system. Politicians promise black folks a castle on a thousand hills and the race hustlers are trying to find discrimination under every branch and stone. Thank you for spreading the word about this show and if you haven’t done so already please give back by buying me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/earthstories Check out all previous seasons at Welcometoearthstories.com

Tempted to give into A.I. and the lessons along the way. Off Season, Episode 3 This article is not written by A.I. Unfortunately many people don’t know the difference since Chat GPT and similar machine learning software is on the rise.  Many news agencies have turned over the tedious work of research and investigation to the capable hands of A.I. With a few strokes of the keyboard articles appear in seconds.  No longer do they have to roll up their sleeves and dive into the dirt. No longer do they have to track down a story and prove its authenticity.  Fictional writers have also fallen by the seductive charms of A.I making writer’s block a thing of the past.  Complete novels are now penned by A.I as humans cover up this pesky detail.  I have been tempted to join the dark side and allow A.I to write all of my posts and tweets. Why? Because writing is hard.  It’s not easy to sit down and push out a 400 word podcast description.  It’s not easy to write witty and compelling tweets. The brain gets tired or lazy and there’s so many Netflix shows fighting for our attention.  When I say I was ‘tempted’ that’s not entirely correct because a temptation is only a thought and not an action for me I crossed the line with a couple of A.I tweets and an article. Please slap my hands.  Creativity and imagination could and is being sacrificed by this technology. You don’t have to be a skillful poet or composer, you just have to know what keys to press.  The apocalyptic vision of robots enslaving humans is a bit of a stretch, however A.I influence and authority is the clear and present danger.  Please follow me on Twitter @poeticearthling To give back to the show go to buymeacoffee.com/earthstories Music in this episode is by the following.  Music: Lie To Me by DreamHeaven Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/7739-lie-to-me License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Music: Love Mystery by Otis Galloway Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/9501-love-mystery License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

They say opposites attract, but would these two elements risk it all for the sake of love? Off Season, Episode 2 There’s a delicate balance in the universe that sustains and holds are feet to the ground, off by a hair it could freeze the earth or swallow humanity into a lake of fire.. This original winter story is NOT filled with mistletoes, hot cocoa and grandma secret recipes. If you’re looking for an easy moral tale then you’ve come to the wrong place. Jessica Berson’s, Rush of Warmth, is a short universal story you’ll treasure for years to come. Her voice and music sculpts and fashions an exquisite romance. Please reach out to Jessica on twitter https://twitter.com/Velveteen_Voice Also give back to the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/earthstories while you’re there click on post to hear free episodes not available in the regular show. Happy New Year.  Welcome To Earth Stories will return in 2023 with season 6

Where will humanity be 100 years from now? Off Season, Ep 1 Bonus Futurists ponder these things, it keeps them up at night trying to determine human progression. They observe our current technology and make calculated hypotheses. I’m always curious how the human race will look like in the future. Will we evolve into more compassionate beings or would we annihilate ourselves? In this episode I recruited two gifted writers to attempt to answer the impossible question. This is only a thought experiment, nothing is written in blood and none of my guests are Prophets so please don’t stone us. It’s healthy for earthlings to think about the future rather than simply existing in the current. This is what draws me to science fiction.The future is like a box of chocolate, to quote Forrest Gump, you never know what you’re going to get. Written and produced by Hector Castaneda, please check out his music and poetry on IG at dogdaysareover_hectorc or on his twitter @dogdaymusic_ Written by Rebel Jones, please check out his poetry on IG rebeljones30 Please give back to this show by buying me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/earthstories The following music was used for this media project:Cold and Frightened by Steven OBrienFree download: https://filmmusic.io/song/9997-cold-and-frightenedLicense (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseArtist website: https://www.steven-obrien.net Darkepic [instrumental, choir] by Edvardas SenFree download: https://filmmusic.io/song/9985-darkepic-instrumental-choirLicense (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseArtist on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/edvardassen/ Aint Worried by OppressedDynastyEntFree download: https://filmmusic.io/song/9978-aint-worriedLicense (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseArtist on Facebook: Https://www.facebook.com/oppresseddynastyentertainment

A time traveler is trying to understand his ancestral bloodline to save his future. Season 5 Finale, Episode 22 There’s a golden third that connects this episode to the other time travelling stories. If you are paying attention you’ll connect the dots, if not go back and listen to Time Collective and Quantum Division. This was the most intense and personal story for me to write. I traced my Jamaican roots back to Africa when they entered the slave ships. I wanted to understand what my distant grandfather experienced and his children after him. Many cultures throughout history were enslaved or practiced slavery this is the bitter truth of a fallen world. We can’t put the blame on one group for we all took turns holding the whip and treating our fellow earthlings like cattle. May we fight against this evil and recognise the value of a human soul. Thank you so much for listening to Season 5, it’s an honour and privilege to write and produce these stories for you. Special performance by Thersa Matsuura from Uncanny Robot and Uncanny Japan who voiced Candice. This episode was incredible because she was part of it. Special thanks to the lady with the golden voice, Shawntay from Ctamarketing.biz Earthling Studio. Thinking about podcasting but you dread the thought of audio editing? Send me a DM on twitter @poeticearthling so we can have a 30 minute free zoom chat to see if my services are right for you. Sign up for our newsletter The Earthling Report, brief articles about the creative process and how you can become a creative genius. Welcometoearthstories.com Please give back to this show by buying me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/earthstories Time travel is a concept that has fascinated humanity for centuries. The idea of being able to travel through time, either to the past or the future, has been explored in countless works of fiction, from H.G. Wells’ “The Time Machine” to the Back to the Future trilogy. But is time travel truly possible? This story is not designed to convince you of the theory of time travel.  We are all “time travelers” since we move in one direction through the spacetime continuum. Time is something measurable and  perceivable. The theory of relativity, developed by Albert Einstein in the early 20th century, suggests that time travel may be possible. According to the theory, time and space are intertwined in a four-dimensional fabric called spacetime. This means that the laws of physics do not distinguish between time and space, and that the flow of time can be affected by gravity. One of the key predictions of the theory of relativity is that time appears to pass more slowly in stronger gravitational fields. This effect, known as time dilation, has been experimentally verified using atomic clocks in airplanes and satellites. However, the amount of time dilation observed so far is minuscule and would not allow for significant time travel. Another prediction of the theory of relativity is that it may be possible to create a wormhole, a shortcut through spacetime. A wormhole could potentially be used for time travel by entering one end of the wormhole and exiting the other end at a different point in time. However, the existence of wormholes is purely theoretical and it is not yet known if they can be created or stabilized. For the purposes of this story I avoided wormholes and other complicated techno babble.  Theoretical physicists also studied the concept of closed time-like curve (CTC) which is a mathematical solution of Einstein’s equations that allow for time travel. The theory suggest that it is possible to travel to the past by moving along a CTC, However, the existence of CTCs is highly controversial, and many physicists believe that the laws of physics would prevent the formation of CTCs, or that they would lead to logical paradoxes. Another theory of Time travel is based on the concept of a multiverse. According to this theory, our universe is just one of many parallel universes that exist simultaneously. If this theory is true, then it is possible that time travel could be achieved by moving between different universes. However, the existence of parallel universes is also purely theoretical and has not been experimentally verified. Parallel universes is a topic of discussion with my Son, we don’t believe in this idea from a theological perspective however we find it fascinating. I’m still tinkering with  stories related to parallel universes so stay tuned.  Despite the theoretical possibilities, there are many obstacles to building a real time machine. For example, the energy required to create a wormhole or a stable CTC would be astronomical and far beyond our current technological capabilities. Additionally, even if a stable time machine were built, it is not clear how it would be possible to navigate through time, or how to avoid the logical paradoxes that would inevitably arise.&#16

Inspiration arrives in undignified places Season 5, episode 21, Micro ep This episode does not fit the theme of our stories rather it takes place on the cold winter streets close to a homeless shelter. If your struggling with ingratitude in our self-obsessed me first generation then I urge you to spend some time with the homeless. Christmas season is the most selfish time of year. We could get wrapped up in the presents, candy canes and stocking stuffers and gorge ourselves on the finest food. I’m guilty of this as well so I’m not pointing fingers. Also, Christmas and the holiday’s could be the most stressful time of the year with all of the gift giving and family responsibilities. Due to the Pandemic for the past two years we were forced to stay home, that sucked but at least it had the potential to make us think deeper and to revaluate everything in our lives. For me Christmas is way less stressful and a bit more spiritual, what about you? Please reach out to me on Twitter @Poeticearthling and on Welcometoearthstories.com To give back to the show you can buy me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/earthstories Music for this episode is licensed under Epidemic Sound Additional sound and music were taken from David Holt: How to play the spoons, you can find him on YouTube

The murder of Mr Prismatic leads two colourful detectives to track down a killer before they claim their next victim. Season 5, Episode 20 Written and performed by Tiffany C Lewis Tiffany has taken this dystopian story and leaned into the concepts of the first episode. This is not surprising since Tiffany is a crime thriller writer with many books under her name. She’s also a beta reader and runs her own publishing company, Rebellious Lit. Please follow her on Twitter @AuthorTCLewis and ask her to write a third part to this story. Special performance by myself, York Campbell, who voiced Detective Sandstone. Alex, from Time For Your Hobby podcast, voiced AJ Emily Inkpen, from The Dex Legacy Series, voiced Citron. Special thanks to the lady with the golden voice, Shawntay from Ctamarketing.biz Earthling Studio. Thinking about podcasting but you dread the thought of audio editing? Send me a DM on twitter @poeticearthling so we can have a 30 minute free zoom chat to see if my services are right for you. Sign up for our newsletter The Earthling Report, brief articles about the creative process and how you can become a creative genius. Welcometoearthstories.com Please give back to this show by buying me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/earthstories The following music was used for this media project:Music: Look At Those Endless Stars [Original] by German TretyakovFree download: https://filmmusic.io/song/9797-look-at-those-endless-stars-originalLicense (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseArtist website: https://vk.com/ganus612germantretyakov The Inspector by Frank SchroeterFree download: https://filmmusic.io/song/9176-the-inspectorLicense (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseArtist on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/frank.schroeter.52 Smooth Criminal by John BartmannFree download: https://filmmusic.io/song/9483-smooth-criminalLicense (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseArtist website: https://johnbartmann.com/ Voices From The Depths by MusicLFilesFree download: https://filmmusic.io/song/7468-voices-from-the-depthsLicense (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseArtist website: https://cemmusicproject.wixsite.com/musiclibraryfiles Dark Secrets (DECISION) by Sascha EndeFree download: https://filmmusic.io/song/246-dark-secrets-decisionLicense (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseArtist website: https://www.sascha-ende.de Hip Hop Flute Chill(loopable} by chilledmusicFree download: https://filmmusic.io/song/8531-hip-hop-flute-chillloopableLicense (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Inevitable Collision [Original] by German TretyakovFree download: https://filmmusic.io/song/9802-inevitable-collision-originalLicense (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseArtist website: https://vk.com/ganus612germantretyakov Trap The Beat by Frank SchroeterFree download: https://filmmusic.io/song/8053-trap-the-beatLicense (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseArtist on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/frank.schroeter.52

Most humiliating episode so far as I go live on the street to speak to my listeners Season 5, episode 19 (Micro Ep) Some professional podcasters advised me to conduct surveys and polls to see how my show is performing. I went one step further by asking complete strangers in the middle of downtown Ottawa. The truth could be nasty but I didn’t expect this kind of reception from my fellow Canadians. Special performance by Barack Obama, Joe Biden and my Son Elijah. Stay tuned to the penultimate episode this Thursday. If this episode offered you value then please give back at buymeacoffee.com/earthstories For all previous episodes visit me at Welcometoearthstories.com. You can also reach me on Twitter @poeticearthling Music Fly Faster Chicken by Alexander NakaradaFree download: https://filmmusic.io/song/9833-fly-faster-chickenLicense (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseArtist website: https://www.serpentsoundstudios.com/ Jazzi by Frank SchroeterFree download: https://filmmusic.io/song/6469-jazziLicense (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseArtist on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/frank.schroeter.52

Reality checks are required to be a grateful rational human and here is one of them. Season 5, Episode 18, (Micro Episode) It’s easy to complain and forget about other people’s predicament. Generally speaking, people in developing countries have it worse than me. Sometimes I think my problems are insurmountable and I could cry myself to sleep. If my smartphone or laptop hiccups or freezes I’m tempted to smash it and buy a new one. If my supervisor gives me a dirty look I’m tempted to storm off and harbor evil thoughts about him. The old saying, ‘first world problems’ applies to me. I could complain about everything. I wouldn’t say life needs to be fair but the way I act and think runs counter.  Hopefully you are a more evolved human, one who is grateful for every breath. If you are then this episode does not apply to you. For the rest of us unwashed heathens we struggle with entitlement and the burning notion that life needs to be fair. A global mindset will help to unshackle these limited thoughts. What also helps is to journey back to the old days before modern luxuries. To give back to the show and listen to free exclusive episodes go to buymeacoffee.com/earthstories This Thursday is the penultimate episode of Welcome To Earth Stories, starring Tiffany C Lewis, Alex from Time For Your Hobby and Emily Inkpen from The Dex Legacy Series. Please visit the website for the pictures matching each episode at Welcometoearthstories.com Follow me on twitter @poeticearthling and for podcast editing services please reach out. Music: Scheming Weasel (faster version) by Kevin MacLeod Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/4326-scheming-weasel-faster-version License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Artist website: https://incompetech.com Halloween Theme 1 by Alexander Nakarada Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/4735-halloween-theme-1 License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Artist website: https://www.serpentsoundstudios.com/ Trap Powerful Intro 22 by TaigaSoundProdFree download: https://filmmusic.io/song/9489-trap-powerful-intro-22 License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Artist website: https://linktr.ee/taigasoundprod

They say confession is good for the soul, but it’s easier said than done. Season 5, Episode 17 Martin has a problem to put it mildly, rather than dealing with it he tries avoidance. Everywhere he turns and every beer he drinks he can’t shake the voice. The voice is his conscience, that moral barometer who tries to compel him to come clean. Special performance by Jessica Berson from Echoes in-between podcast Brent Stark from the Most Precious Commodity podcast. Leo Allen from Voluntary Input who played the news reporter. And my sweet wife Valrica. Special thanks to the lady with the golden voice, Shawntay from Ctamarketing.biz Earthling Studio. Thinking about podcasting but you dread the thought of audio editing? Send me a DM on twitter @poeticearthling so we can have a 30 minute free zoom chat to see if my services are right for you. Sign up for our newsletter The Earthling Report, brief articles about the creative process and how you can become a creative genius. Welcometoearthstories.com Please give back to this show by buying me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/earthstories The following music was used for this media project:Music: Hidden Truth by Rafael KruxFree download: https://filmmusic.io/song/5296-hidden-truthLicense (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseArtist website: https://www.orchestralis.net/ The Dark Tile by Rafael KruxFree download: https://filmmusic.io/song/5333-the-dark-tileLicense (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseArtist website: https://www.orchestralis.net/ The old clock shop by chilledmusicFree download: https://filmmusic.io/song/7101-the-old-clock-shopLicense (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

As you may know last week’s episode, Queens Curse, was plagiarized by another creator. I called him out on Twitter and that’s when things turned ugly. Season 5, Episode 16 (Bonus) He also said that I’m not woke enough and black enough because I don’t tackle black issues. This is absurd. My show is about bringing every nerd together regardless of their nationality. This is not a political show, sometimes it makes sport of politics but I’m not picking sides. As for wokness, he may have a point, my show is not woke. I don’t apologize for this and I’m not going to change the show to be more culturally relevant. You can find me on Twitter @poeticearthling For prior episodes I’m at Welcometoearthstories.com To give back to the show and to listen to free content not available on the main feed go to buymeacoffee.com/earthstories Music is licensed under Epidemic Sound

For over a thousand years he stood as a silent observer watching the chaos and the beauty of a fallen world. Season 5, episode 15 In the past couple of years many statues and monuments in the United States have been demolished by angry mobs. They say the values and beliefs of these men carved in stone runs counter to today’s morals. Queens Curse is a story of a man frozen in glass. His origins are unknown, but his message is profound. Special thanks to the lady with the golden voice, Shawntay from Ctamarketing.biz Earthling Studio. Thinking about podcasting but you dread the thought of audio editing? Send me a DM on twitter @poeticearthling so we can have a 30 minute free zoom chat to see if my services are right for you. Sign up for our newsletter The Earthling Report, brief articles about the creative process and how you can become a creative genius. Welcometoearthstories.com Please give back to this show by buying me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/earthstories Music by Epidemic Sound

You’ll think loyalty begins at home. The person you share your bed with will have your back. Buckle up buttercup your in for a twist. Season 5, Episode 14 (Bonus) Recently I’ve been receiving positive and negative feedback about my show. Positive feedback is always welcome but the negative feedback is like a dagger in the neck. At least my show is gaining an audience and the larger the audience the more negative vibes. Every movie star and famous authors goes through a battlefield of hurtful words and misguided comments. To become a person of notice you have to develop titanium skin. You will be attacked from all sides so the titanium is crucial. Last week’s micro episode entitled, Only One Listener, is a good example. I’ve received angry messages from the island nation of Evaugne. They had an issue with an older episode called Messenger Pigeon, about a potential suicide bomber. I thank the people of Evaugne who took the time to send me feedback. You can do the same on Apple Podcast by leaving a rating and review. You can also DM me on Twitter @poeticearthling Special performance by Tiffany C Lewis please follow her podcast, Beta Reader Bits. Also check out my YouTube channel, YouTube.com/@Welcometoearthstories it’s not high budget and I don’t have A-list actors and supermodel appearances. Rather it’s your truly staring awkwardly at the camera. Since your a fan of this show you can give back at buymeacoffee.com/earthstories when you arrive click on post to hear free exclusive episodes. New episode, Queens Curse, is arriving this thursday. Remember to subscribe and listen to the show on Welcometoearthstories.com Music is licenced under Epidemic Sound

An alleged faith healer emerges from the center of the Earth, a Homeland security agent is assigned to track him down. Is he a threat, a lunatic or an answered prayer? Season 5, Episode 13 I’ve always been fascinated with the idea of intelligent lifeforms living in the centre of the Earth. No wonder why I’m a weirdo. The thought of earthlings living under our feet for thousands of years is provocative, at least for me it is. You probably didn’t think of it until now and why should you, life on the surface is already stressful. Living with “surface dwellers” could feel unbearable. Special performance by Karin from Chaika Podcast Timothy Kimo Brien from Create Art Podcast, and my Son Elijah. Special thanks to the lady with the golden voice, Shawntay from Ctamarketing.biz Earthling Studio .Thinking about podcasting but you dread the thought of audio editing? Send me a DM on twitter @poeticearthling so we can have a 30 minute free zoom chat to see if my services are right for you. Sign up for our newsletter The Earthling Report, brief articles about the creative process and how you can become a creative genius. Welcometoearthstories.com Please give back to this show by buying me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/earthstories Music is licensed under Epidemic Sound

Many of us live as caterpillars when we could become butterflies Season 5, Micro Episode (Ep 12) When you’re middle class and live in a safe neighborhood it’s easy to shield yourself.  The struggles of living paycheck to paycheck, or putting up with the food price hike doesn’t compare to living out in the street or at a homeless shelter. The girl in this story detached herself from her butterfly wings and decided to sell her soul. It’s easy to label and disregard these people without acknowledging their humanity. Every human being is sacred, however sinful practices creeps in and ruins the work of art. To listen to these micro episodes please visit buymeacoffee.com/earthstories and click on Posts. These are free, there’s no pay wall. You can also give back to the show. Next full-length episode is Core Dweller, arriving this Thursday on Welcometoearthstories.com Reach out to me on Twitter @poeticearthling And subscribe to my YouTube channel Youtube.com/@welcometoearthstories Music is licensed under Epidemic Sound

Cindy’s favourite podcaster is warning her of danger, will she listen to his voice before it’s too late? Season 5, Episode 11 They say podcasting is the most intimate form of media because it feels like the host is speaking directly to you. Radio and Television is designed for a group experience hence the name broadcast. Podcasts are designed for an individual experience. When you listen to a podcast you’re alone with your headphones. That’s why I enjoy listening to podcasts, especially those that tug at my heart and intellect. Special performance by Author Tiffany C Lewis from Beta Reader Bits podcast Alex from Time For Your Hobby played the newscaster. Special thanks to the lady with the golden voice, Shawntay from Ctamarketing.biz who played Jasmine. Earthling Studio Thinking about podcasting but you dread the thought of audio editing?Send me a DM on twitter @poeticearthling so we can have a 30 minute free zoom chat to see if my services are right for you. Sign up for our newsletter The Earthling Report, brief articles about the creative process and how you can become a creative genius. Welcometoearthstories.com Give back to the show by buying me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/earthstories Music by Epidemic Sound

An unusual email leads me halfway around the world to a small village in the remote country of Evaugne risking my life for my only listener.  Season 5, Episode 10 I’m kind of obsessive when it comes to listener feedback and meeting the needs of my diehard fans. Obsessive maybe an overstatement but I’m dedicated to you. When I heard I only had one listener in the island nation of Evaugne I was perplexed and humiliated. Only one listener? This listener kept sending emails and eventually an airline ticket. Should I stay in Canada or travel around the globe for my loyal fan? Special thanks to Leo Allen from Voluntary Input for inviting me on his show. Thank you to Emily Inkpen from the Dex Legacy Series, for allowing me to play a king in their bonus episode. Please give back to the show at buymeacoffee.com/earthstories Subscribe and follow the show at Welcometoearthstories.com Song, signal to noise, by Scott Buckley other music in this episode from Epidemic Sound.

Is reality objective or is it a mere mental construct? Season 5, Episode 9 This episode breaks the 4th wall and dives feet first into the meta of story building. The main character starts to realize he’s the main protagonist in the story he created. In order to maintain the universe he developed he has to continuously articulate this story. There’s some people who deny objective reality, they think the physical laws of the cosmos are a manifestation of the mind. I don’t fall into this camp however I find it fascinating. Special performances by Tiffany C Lewis from the Beta Reader Bits podcast, and Jessica Berson from Echoes in-between podcast. Also, Eltrain who played the muscular dude on the bus and the Psychiatrist. Please follow him on Twitter @_Eltrain Special thanks to the lady with the golden voice, Shawntay from Ctamarketing.biz Earthling Studio Thinking about podcasting but you dread the thought of audio editing? Send me a DM on twitter @poeticearthling so we can have a 30 minute free zoom chat to see if my services are right for you. Sign up for our newsletter The Earthling Report, brief articles about the creative process and how you can become a creative genius. Welcometoearthstories.com Please give back to this show by buying me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/earthstories Music by Epidemic Sound

I’m sleep deprived so this episode may seem backwards and uncouth. Micro Episode Season 5, Ep 8 Last week’s episode, Quantum Division, did something bizarre to my brain. It was almost like a cool electric shock danced through my head making it difficult to sleep. Due to my sleep apnea and active imagination, sleep doesn’t come easy.I envy those people who sleep like a baby. Are you one of those blessed humans who sleep through the night undisturbed, who wake up in the morning like a viagra commercial? For me sleep is a battlefield of constant tossing and turning and to make matters worse I have to sleep with a CPAP machine. Picture Darth Vader, well that’s me in a breathing mask. It took me over a year to get used to this contraption. It was my wife’s idea a couple of years ago for me to go to the doctor.She noticed I temporarily stopped breathing while I was asleep. Doctor told me to make an appointment with the Sleep Clinic, this is a place where you sleep overnight and they monitor your breathing. Sounded strange but I decided to go because it would make for a good story. For free Micro episodes not included in the regular show check out buymeacoffee.com/earthstories when you arrive click on posts. If you like what you hear then please give back to the show. Follow me on Twitter @poeticearthling to see my goofy family and what I’m up to behind the scenes. Listen and subscribe to previous seasons on Welcometoearthstories.com The following music was used for this media project:Music: The Becoming by Radion NechaevFree download: https://filmmusic.io/song/9981-the-becomingLicense (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseArtist website: https://radion-nechaev.ru The following music was used for this media project:Music: Planetary Banks by KALAKFree download: https://filmmusic.io/song/9963-planetary-banksLicense (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

One side wants to maintain the Timeline the other wants to change it. Season 5, Episode 7 An agent wakes up naked in a hotel room. Things appear familiar but he can’t recall his name and how he got there. This story and its connected stories took years to develop. My goal was to write a time travel adventure since I’m a geek for time displacement tales. Time traveling stories could be confusing, you have to make sure you establish laws and do your best to abide by them. If the author negates his own time travel laws then the story becomes loopy and difficult to follow. Hopefully this story, Time Collective and 100 Years From Now, will make sense. I did my best, there’s no guarantees. If you find the time travelling stories loopy and upside-down please reach out to me, I’ll do my best to explain it. Hopefully you won’t be more dumbfounded after I explain it. Special performance by Jessica from the Echoes in-between podcast And Ichabod Ebenezer, please follow him on Twitter Special thanks to the lady with the golden voice, Shawntay from Ctamarketing.biz Earthling Studio. Thinking about podcasting but you dread the thought of audio editing? Send me a DM on twitter @poeticearthling so we can have a 30 minute free zoom chat to see if my services are right for you. Music by Epidemic Sound Sign up for our newsletter, The Earthling Report, brief articles about the creative process and how you can become a creative genius. Welcometoearthstories.com Give back by buying me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/earthstories

A friend of the family believes the earth is flat as a pancake, it would be easy for me to dismiss him but then I started hearing from more people around or should I say across the world who shares his view. Micro Episode, Season 5, episode 6 Thank you for listening to these exclusive micro episodes, please share this with a friend. You can listen to all of them for free on buymeacoffee/earthstories While your there please give back to the show. Episode 4, Quantum Division, launches this Thursday, remember to subscribe on Welecometoearthstories.com Special thank you to Timothy from Create Art Podcast who became a member on Buy Me A Coffee. Also check me out on my brand new remodeled YouTube Channel, Welcome To Earth Stories

A Television set gives Delion glimpses into the future, will he use this knowledge to feed his gambling addiction or to save the world? Season 5, Episode 5 This story takes place in the 1930’s when Televisions were a hot commodity. Owning a television was a symbol of wealth and status. Every family craved for a picture box even though the screen was small and the images were in black and white. There were only a couple of channels and the content was subpar but it was the latest and greatest technological achievement. Remember when Apple launched the IPhone in 2007. We marveled at its touch screen display and smooth edges. It could make calls, play music and even surf the web. However there was no Gmail, Facebook and other third party apps, you couldn’t even cut and paste. This did not stop the average consumer from going ape crazy for the new device. A television was like an iPhone but on steroids. In this story Delion was trying to compete with his neighbor by buying a picture box and not just any old picture box but one that displays a window into the future. Special performance by Ichabod Ebenezer, follow him on Twitter @IchabodEbenezer Karin from Chaika podcast Author, Tiffany C Lewis from Beta Reader Bits podcast And the Head Instigator himself Timothy Kimo Brien from Create Art Podcast Special thanks to the lady with the golden voice, Shawntay from Ctamarketing.biz Earthling Studio Thinking about podcasting but you dread the thought of audio editing? Send me a DM on twitter @poeticearthling so we can have a 30 minute free zoom chat to see if my services are right for you. Sign up for our newsletter The Earthling Report, brief articles about the creative process and how you can become a creative genius. Welcometoearthstories.com Music by Epidemic Sound Please give back by buying me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/earthstories

Humanity is on the eve of destruction, how could one soul make a difference? Micro Episode Season 5, Episode 4 This is an unofficial Welcome To Earth Stories episode. I have written many stories that doesn’t quite fit into the podcast. I have collected these random thought experiments into a collection. You can find my ongoing thought experiments at buymeacoffee.com/earthstories and click posts when your there. All of these audio stories are free, please enjoy them and share it to your followers on social media. While your there you can also give back to the show by buying me a virtual coffee. An ‘official’ episode will be released this Thursday. Remember to follow the show on Welcometoearthstories.com and check out my new YouTube channel, search for Welcome To Earth Stories and subscribe. I could also be reached on Twitter @Poeticearthling If your thinking about starting a podcast but your intimidated with the technology I could help you. Please contact me to see if my audio editing services is right for you. There is no obligations, hidden charges or high pressure sales tactics. We could meet on Zoom free for 30 minutes. DM me on Twitter to arrange a date. Special thanks to my sweet wife Valrica who voiced the intro. Music: Positive Fat Bass Intro Loop by Winnie The Moog Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/6093-positive-fat-bass-intro-loop License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Artist website: https://linktr.ee/taigasoundprod Music: Stowaway by John Bart mann Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/9485-stowaway License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseArtist website: https://johnbartmann.com/

A new law grants children the right to divorce their parents, but is the government going too far? Season 5, Episode 3 Our top news story this hour is the controversial Child Liberation From Parents Act that just passed in the house of commons. This law grants children full autonomy over every aspect of their lives. For example Children can divorce their parents and choose more suitable caregivers. Opponents to this law are outraged stating this is the demise of the traditional family. On the other side of the debate proponents said this was long overdue to grant equity to all Canadians.In a world where everyone is crying out for justice and equality is it possible to take things too far? Special appearance by the amazing voice talent Chris Woodworth, please follow him on Twitter @ChrisWood_VO Special thanks to the lady with the golden voice, Shawntay from Ctamarketing.biz Earthling Studio Thinking about podcasting but you dread the thought of audio editing? Send me a DM on twitter @poeticearthling so we can have a 30 minute free zoom chat to see if my services are right for you. Sign up for our newsletter The Earthling Report, brief articles about the creative process and how you can become a creative genius. Welcometoearthstories.com Please give back to this show by buying me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/earthstories Music by Epidemic Sound

would you like to start something new and rebel against the norm Season 5, Ep 2 I’m collaborating with Tiffany C. Lewis from Rebellion Lit. They are publishing there first annual anthology. If you are a fiction writer and would like to be paid for your work please submit your short story, also we’ll be selecting stories from the anthology to be converted into an audio drama and played on the podcast. Below is some of the instructions for submitting your original short story, the complete details is on rebellionlit.com Submission ends on November 15th, 2022 Our first anthology! This is the start of an amazing relationship with a few good authors. It’s the start of our traditional, annual, anthology project. It’s the start of something riotous, because we are only looking for stories that rock us to the core. The theme for our first anthology is “The Start”. We are looking for works that bring a new light to new beginnings. Our first kiss with a twist. Our first unlawful arrest. Our first botched magic spell. Our first political cover up. Our first murder. Hey, we all have to start somewhere. What we’re looking for: All fiction genres Stories that REBEL in some way Authentic artists who want to be paid for their work but aren’t in it for the money (We ARE paying, btw) Super Short Stories (1,500 or less) Short Stories (1,500 – 10k) What we’re not looking for: Non-Fiction. We’re not ready for that quite yet. Full erotic stories. Heavy petting is cool, but not too many details… Poetry. We’re planning a full anthology for that. One moment, please! Anything that can get you or us arrested. Anything that is legal but will ruin our reputation. Payment The publisher will contract for publishing rights. First rights are NOT required but preferred. Authors will receive no royalties for book sales but will receive a semi-pro rate for the contracting of your work as well as 2 copies of the anthology for personal use upon its release. All payments are made in US currency. Pay rates are: Prose: .015 cents per word Started on  OCTOBER 1ST, 2022: We are a small group but we have high standards. Bring your A game. We cannot and will not accept every submission, so STAND OUT. Please be sure to proofread your work. Submissions with excessive typos, plot holes, or grammatical errors will be rejected IMMEDIATELY. We do not offer editing services before contracting. We want to see a polished product. Proper formatting is required: 1 inch margins, 12 pt font, double spaced, Times New Roman only. No exceptions. The following music was used for this media project: Music: Summer Caress by KALAK Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/9936-summer-caress License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

The Enforcer is wanted by the State as he travels through the Wasteland with a screaming, dirty and hungry Suzy by his side. Season 5, Episode 1 Written by: Samaritan Dark  Twitter @Samaritandark  We return to the post apocalyptic world where humanity’s fate relies in the hands of a rogue Enforcer.  Even though the Enforcer is mechanical and his mind is a system of AI components he understands that humans are sacred.  He travels with Suzy through the Wasteland doing his best to protect her. By doing this he’s defying his basic programming and the authority of the State.  We could all learn from the Enforcer, some government rules are immoral and go against the human soul.  Too often we’re programmed and refuse to think for ourselves, whatever our leaders dictate we fall in line like trained seals.  As fellow citizens of Earth we need to speak clearly, boldly and passionately before all of our freedoms are stripped away.  Earthling Studio. Thinking about podcasting but you dread the thought of audio editing? Send me a DM on twitter @poeticearthling so we can have a 30 minute free zoom chat to see if my services are right for you.  Special performance by Emily Inkpen from the Dex Legacy Series. Author, Tiffany C Lewis from the Beta Reader Bits podcast  Alex from Time For Your Hobby podcast  Thanks once again to the lady with the golden voice Shawntay from Ctamarketing.biz  Please sign up to our newsletter, The Earthling Report.  To support the show please buy me a  coffee at buymeacoffee.com/earthstories Music For This Episode by Epidemic Sound 

An Enforcer’s objective is to eliminate the infidels who rebel against the State, but when he meets Suzy everything changes.  Just in case you missed part 1 from the Season 4 finale here it is again. When you’re finished  you can download and listen to part 2 which will lead you into Season 5. Special thanks to the lady with the golden voice, Shawntay from Ctamarketing.biz  Earthling Studio Thinking about podcasting but you dread the thought of audio editing? Send me a DM on twitter @poeticearthling so we can have a 30 minute free zoom chat to see if my services are right for you.  Sign up for our newsletter The Earthling Report, brief articles about the creative process and how you can become a creative genius. Welcometoearthstories.com Please give back to this show by buying me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/earthstories The following music was used for this media project: Music: Cinematic HipHop 001 by Sascha Ende Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/526-cinematic-hiphop-001 License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Artist website: https://www.sascha-ende.de

I became obsessed with this podcast so my wife wrote me her final letter. Micro Episode If we are not careful we can neglect the people we love the most. I was so focused on writing season 5 that I lost touch with my wife. I’m sharing this letter as warning, please don’t be like me. Season 5 of this show will arrive later on this year with a new name, Welcome To Earth Stories, along with a new cover art. Please follow me on Twitter @Poeticearthling and say hi, also check out all of the behind the scenes videos posted there. To support the show buy me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/poeticearthlings

The Emanuclearians wants to deliver a message the other side will never forget, what kind of message is it and is their disciple up for the task? This is a special Micro Episode, season 5 will arrive later on this year with a new name, Welcome To Earth Stories. It will be on the same feed but with a new cover art, please follow the show and spread the message. One of my favourite audio dramas is Chaika, (y2kpod.com/chaika/) please follow the links and prepare to be amazed. You can find me on Twitter @Poeticearthling and if you interested in recording a podcast my studio is open. We can have a no obligation chat to see if my audio editing services is right for you. Also if your receiving value from this show please return the value by buying me a coffee at Buy me a coffee (buymeacoffee.com/poeticearthlings)

I only have 60 seconds before the angry mob breaks the glass and drags my body from the phone booth. This is my attempt to create a show trailer. Some professional podcasters told me this is a good idea to attract more listeners but while I was recording I transported to 1985. The new season is arriving later on this year along with a new name, Welcome To Earth Stories. Do not adjust your channel, the show will be on the same feed but with a brand new cover. Contact me on Twitter @Poeticearthling

As you know I enjoy alien invasions, high speed car chases, and post apocalyptic worlds. Romance was never my thing until now. You may accuse me of having a typical male brain, whatever that means. But I’m not one dimensional, I do like the softer things in life such as puppies and rainbows. However romance novels were never my thing. I always thought of them as too sappy, too mushy, but when I read Elevated Inferno by Carlotta Ardell it changed my mind. For one it’s not mushy and two it’s not sappy. It’s probably because the author is a Robotics Engineer so she doesn’t get lost in emotional dribble. Yeah that’s right my special guest designs robots. How cool is that? Why would a Doctor in Robotics write a romance novel? Podcast Editing Services Have you thought of creating your own podcast but can’t be bothered with all the technical stuff. If you want to record and have someone else worry about the compression, the leveling, the sound clips and music then I’m your guy. I’ve been sound designing successful shows such as Most Precious Commodity and Beta Reader Bits. Currently I have two spots available. You can DM me on Twitter @poeticearthling Special thanks to Carlotta Ardell, please take a sneak peak of her Debut novel Elevated Inferno at Carlottaardell.com. Release date is July 1st 2022, you can pre-order your copy at https://getbook.at/ElevatedInferno Also thank you to Emily Inkpen for reading the chapters. Please check out her Podcast The Dex Legacy. Resource material for this episode is from Robin Lovett’s article, The Structure of Romance, published on April 3rd, 2018  Season 5 of Poetic Earthlings later this year, remember to subscribe and tell a friend.

Many stories are distorted or forgotten by the machinery of time, on this bonus episode Author Brent Stark speaks of the unbelievable story of a tribe you may never have heard of. Off Season Episode is written by Brent Stark including the below synopsis Some people claim the site that sits at the foot of the Appalachian Mountains is so beautiful and serene that it reaches up and touches the face of God. It’s a place covered with lush, green forests where crystal blue streams rush down the majestic hillsides, refreshing the land’s inhabitants. But, on the other hand, some call it the saddest location in Ohio. Why? What happened here so long ago? Why haven’t many heard about this tragic location? Make sure you tune in to learn about the bravery and faith displayed by those in the Houses of Grace. Please support this show by buying me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/poeticearthlings Also follow the show on Twitter @Poeticearthling

The so-called “lived experience” what does it mean and why should we care. Off Season Episode There’s always a new catch phrase hot off the assembly line that people use and abuse without measure. Case in point, “lived experience. “On this behind the scenes episode we’ll see if this is a blessing or curse for writers. Contact me on Twitter @poeticearthling and subscribe and follow the show at Poeticearthlings.com or Welcometoearthstories.com. Support me by buying me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/Poeticearthlings Also, I was interviewed on the First Episode Of podcast hosted by W. Keith Tims

How one billionaire sparked mass hysteria and what this means for writers. You may have heard rumors of the sky falling and humanity torpedoing to its demise. Not from a rogue nation stockpiling weapons of mass destruction or from a solar flare threatening to reduce us to the stone age, but from one eccentric billionaire Elon Musk. In the children’s story, Chicken Little, mass hysteria was at its peak. Little was convinced of the immediate apocalypse so he made it his mission to scream it from the rooftops. Mass hysteria is a virus, it spreads its pestilence through social media and turns us into ravenous wolves. What is the “unforgivable sin” of Elon Musk?  Free speech. He wants everyone to share their views without the threat of being cancelled. He feels a thriving democracy is an exchange of ideas. For writers this should be good news. It’s vital to listen and read opposing views, this is how we grow and become better earthlings. Remember to follow and subscribe to the show on PoeticEarthlings.com and reach out to me on Twitter @poeticearthling To support the show please buy me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/poeticearthlings

There’s some creators who make it a habit to alienate half of their audience, what are they thinking? Off Season Isn’t strange when your favorite writer, celeb or podcaster goes out of their way to attack half of their potential audience. In today’s world everything is political down to a comedy sketch to your favorite ice-cream. If you’re not all the way left or right of the political spectrum there are pundits forcing you to pick a side, and not just joining the club but going to war against the other camp. Even on Twitter bios the line is clear, you’re either with me or against me. Like sheep, many of us believe the mass media, stick to our own kind and cast an evil eye on outsiders. We as earthlings need to rise above the pigeonhole and stop alienating each other. I’m currently writing Season 5, please continue to spread the word about Poetic Earthlings. Also please buy me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/poeticearthlings

I was nominated for the best black Canadian sci-fi original anthology series podcast, however my moment in the sun was overcast by the slap heard around the world. As I continue to write season 5 please enjoy this bonus episode about the Academy awards and baby Yoda. Below is a list of six life lessons from Yoda. Also, please tell a friend or a complete stranger about the show but don’t be pushy, you don’t want a blackeye. (Off Season) 1. Impossible to see the future 2. Size Does Not  Matter 3. Train yourself to let go of everything you fear to lose 4. Fear leads to anger 5. You must unlearn what you have learned 6. There is no try Follow me on Twitter @Poeticearthling To support the show please buy me a coffee

The mission was simple, follow the list and take out the targets. He obeyed orders without hesitation until he met The Suzy. Season 4 Finale, Episode 14 A stable government Is the antidote for chaos. Human rights violation and tyranny is the result of unethical leadership. Poverty stricken nations are not due to a lack of food or resources it stems from the elite. They devise schemes to stay in power and maximize their wealth at the expense of the citizens. Human life is reduced to numbers on a spreadsheet or objects on a board they could move around. In this story earthlings survived a nuclear war. Governments have fallen but a new one has risen to maintain peace. Their idea of peace is to force people to comply with their rules. A stable government must have a healthy democracy where the citizens can speak their minds. We should be able to hold our leaders accountable and to make sure they’re living up to their promises. In this story the ruling class is shielded from accountability and scrutiny. If one dares to challenge the authority their name will appear on the kill list. Bullies need to be put in their place or they’ll continue stealing our lunch money or stuffing us in the lockers. An unethical government is worse than a highschool bully for they could control every facet of our lives. This story is written by Dark Samaritan you can follow him on Twitter @Samaritandark If you find this episode worthy to share please do so on Twitter and tag @poeticearthling Credits are read by Shawntay from CTAmarketing.biz Poetic Earthlings Studio is open to edit and produce your podcast, DM @Poeticearthlings on Twitter or visit Poeticearthlings.com While you’re there you can sign up for the Earthlings Report, this is our free newsletter to help writers overcome imposter syndrome and writer’s block. If you like this show continue to show your support and buy us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/poeticearthlings. Music is licensed under Epidemic Sound

My wife continues the story of how I died and how I came to life. I’m still trying to adjust to this body, while she’s trying to overcome her guilt. Season 4, Episode 13 The best way to cope with your  inevitable demise is not to hide from it. Earthlings occupy their mind by binging on Netflix, working extra hours, taking endless selfies or getting lost in pop culture. We love distractions.  Hollywood feeds us with endless possibilities and like the hungry hungry  Hippo we  guzzle it down. In our mind there’s no room for the thought of death, there’s more sexy things to think about. Our brain is a glorious mansion of many rooms. If we’re bored in one we can turn the key and enter another. Death is the room located somewhere in the basement with cobwebs over the locks and chains. We seldom visit it and do our best not to think of it.  To have a rich, meaningful and spiritual life we need to acknowledge death. What helps me is prayer, reading scriptures and writing stories. What helps you? This episode was narrated by Tiffany C Lewis, she’s an author and business owner of Rebel Lit. Special thanks to Alex from Time For Your Hobby Podcast who played the scientist. If you find this episode worthy to share please do so on Twitter and tag @poeticearthling. Credits were read by Shawntay from ctamarketing.biz Poetic Earthlings Studio is open to edit and produce your podcast, DM @Poeticearthlings on Twitter or visit Poeticearthlings.com While you’re there you can sign up for the Earthlings Report, this is our free newsletter to help writers overcome imposter syndrome and writer’s block. If you like this show continue to show your support and buy me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/poeticearthlings. Music is licensed under Epidemic Sound 

I am Atom, the building block of the universe. I have been spliced and placed into a warhead. You can’t stop me, you can’t ignore me. This is my story before the world burns. Season 4, Episode 12 They said World War 1 was supposed to be the war to end all wars. After 40 million people died in over 30 nations between 1914 and 1918 you would think earthlings learned their lesson.Unfortunately one global war wasn’t enough to satisfy man’s hunger.So they polished their tanks and planes, counted their missiles and tried again in 1939. About twice as many died in the sequel, credit goes to advanced tanks, submarines, Jet fighters and of course the nuclear bomb. I’m not a pacifist if thugs were trying to break into my home to hurt my family you bet I will fight. But I would not go out of my way to burn down their relatives’ homes. In 1945 the first nuclear bomb was dropped on Hiroshima Japan. Thousands of ordinary citizens didn’t see it coming. A second bomb was dropped on Nagasaki. They said if it wasn’t for the bombs the war would stretch on, they even said the bombs saved lives. It’s hard for me to believe that, but you may have a different opinion. If you find this episode worthy to share please do so on Twitter and tag @poeticearthling. Credits are read by Shawntay from CTAmarketing.biz Poetic Earthlings Studio is open to edit and produce your podcast, DM @Poeticearthlings on Twitter or visit Poeticearthlings.com while you’re there you can sign up for the Earthlings Report, this is our free newsletter to help writers overcome imposter syndrome and writer’s block. If you like this show continue to show your support and buy us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/poeticearthlings. Music is licensed under Epidemic Sound

What if I told you that the biggest news events are never told, that the government is keeping you fat, amused and entertained. What your about to hear is what the government doesn’t want you to hear. Are you ready to hear the truth? Season 4, episode 11 Despite the title of this episode I don’t believe in most conspiracy theories.These theories rely on pattern recognition and coincidences. You can move letters backwards, replace some with greek letters and spell the mark of the beast. You can analyze a politician’s hand gestures and conclude he’s a white supremacist. Our minds instinctually look for patterns that’s how we make sense of the world but our innate pattern recognition could result in false conclusions. Recently I was listening to a Twitter Space all about conspiracies. It was ridiculous and fascinating. The one thing I believe is that the government is trying to distract us. Some say the boy band craze a few years ago was a calculated attempt to divert our attention elsewhere. These groups were cleverly stitched together and made to appeal to a wide demographic. This is just a theory, I’m not telling you to believe it. What I do believe is that entertainment could be a distraction. How many cat videos can we watch, how much Hollywood gossip can we consume before we throw up? Perhaps the government wants to keep us fat and happy so they can get away with murder. If you find this episode worthy to share please do so on Twitter and tag @poeticearthling. Credits are read by Shawntay from CTAmarketing.biz Special Appearance in this episode by Emily Inkpen Poetic Earthlings Studio is open to edit and produce your podcast, DM @Poeticearthlings on Twitter or visit Poeticearthlings.com While you’re there you can sign up for the Earthlings Report, this is our free newsletter to help writers overcome imposter syndrome and writer’s block. If you like this show continue to show your support and buy us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/poeticearthlings. Music is licensed under Epidemic Sound

You try to move but you can’t feel your arms and legs. You try to scream but they can’t hear you. And then you hear a voice, is it an angel or your tortured conscience? Season 4, Episode 10 Everyday that you live your building a legacy, every moral decision will live on and affect the ones you love even the ones you don’t. They may not make a statue out of you or name a school after you but you will leave a legacy. My wife said something profound the other day, “one of these children that I’m working with may grow up to be a serial killer.” Not the most pleasant thought but She’s a childcare worker she sees their strengths and weaknesses. She’s been in the field for over 20 years. Hopefully She’s wrong however these children will turn into adults and leave a stain or a blessing on humanity. The person in this story had it all: he was living the dream, with a fancy position, adorable son and a trophy wife. Outwardly he was a success. Most of us get caught up on the exterior, we look at someone’s accomplishments and check all the boxes. We make little statues of them in our hearts. The interior is often neglected, seldom do we ponder on their contentment. We assume that accomplishments equals contentment while these little gods may be drowning in sorrow. If you find this episode worthy to share please do so on Twitter and tag @poeticearthling Credits are read by Shawntay from CTAmarketing.biz Poetic Earthlings Studio is open to edit and produce your podcast, DM @Poeticearthlings on Twitter or visit Poeticearthlings.com While you’re there you can sign up for the Earthlings Report, this is our free newsletter to help writers overcome imposter syndrome and writer’s block. Special appearance by Timothy Kimo Brien If you like this show continue to show your support and buy us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/poeticearthlings.

How can a spider change your life? Season 4, Episode 9 (micro episode) Also, some professional podcasters listened to my show and gave me some advice. They said I need to introduce myself and give you the listener a snippet of my credentials in order to prove my authority in the field. It would be arrogant of me to go against the Jedi Council so here goes something. I’m York Campbell, an author and writer of over 400 stories.I’m also a former British Intelligence officer. I Climbed mount Everest three times and won the spelling Bee competition at the tender age of seven.I have sleep Apnea, eat gluten-free foods and was a backup dancer for Janet Jackson Rhythm Nation Tour. I wrote rap songs in the 80’s 90s, shipwrecked off the coast of Maui, and earned brownie points for helping old ladies cross the street. I’m fluent in over 5 languages but due to a mental relapse I could only speak one. I’m originally from Jamaica, moved to Canada, abducted by aliens and sent back to Canada to record true stories of extraterrestrial life. Hopefully that helped. Poetic Earthlings Studio is open to edit and produce your podcast, DM @Poeticearthlings on Twitter or visit Poeticearthlings.com While you’re there you can sign up for the Earthlings Report, this is our free newsletter to help writers overcome imposter syndrome and writer’s block. I’m also on Clubhouse, search for Poetic Earthlings and become a member. Please listen and follow Beta Reader Bits, the new podcast from Tiffany C Lewis. If you like this show continue to show your support and buy us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/poeticearthlings. Music is licensed under Epidemic Sound

One lottery ticket, one man’s quest for power. Click play to listen before the world burns. Season 4, Episode 8 Everyone has the potential to turn into a monster, everyone including you. Some people may clutch their pearls and declare, “I’ll never cross that line” but given the right circumstances you may tip your toe over the line. It’s sheer arrogance to think your above certain acts of evil, that somehow you’re immune to savagery. If we don’t guard our hearts we can all go astray. Steve was given money, power and attention. He could have used these three things to make a better world. We may not be as rich or powerful as Steve but we are given certain traits and privileges. Too often we use them to further our agenda. What would happen if we all use these traits to help our fellow earthlings? This may be a pipe dream since we’re living in the “me” generation. Advertising agencies and modern day  psychological theories focus on the self. We are called to care for the self and maintain a good self image. Whenever I flip through Twitter or Instagram that’s all I see. Don’t believe me. Take a look at all the selfies. We’re obsessed with ourselves. We buy filtering apps to smoothen our skin and wait impatiently for the likes to climb. Self has become an all knowing, all seeing, all powerful God. We should criticize and judge people like Steve, but we should also look into the mirror. If you find this episode worthy to share please do so on Twitter and tag @poeticearthling Credits are read by Shawntay from CTAmarketing.biz Poetic Earthlings Studio is open to edit and produce your podcast, DM @Poeticearthlings on Twitter or visit Poeticearthlings.com While you’re there you can sign up for the Earthlings Report, this is our free newsletter to help writers overcome imposter syndrome and writer’s block. If you like this show continue to show your support and buy us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/poeticearthlings. Music is licensed under Epidemic Sound 

My beloved Government finally responded to my Life Application, is this the end of your favorite podcaster? (Bonus Show) Season 4, Episode 7, micro episode Dear Mr Campbell we reviewed your application to remain a sentient human. We review many life applications so our channel was backlogged. Thank you for your patience. I see you filled out the 30 point questionnaire along with the 5000 word essay double spaced with your address in the top left. You even took the time to answer the bonus questions and elaborated on your privilege to live. How commendable. I’m glad you said it’s a privilege and not a right the state should keep you alive. Most applicants complicate the matter by demanding we do them a favour. These are the narcissist, the arrogant, the mouth breathers of the planet. The government’s responsibility is to safeguards the longevity of its citizens. We live in the age of rations, of measurements and efficiencies. Allowing every earthling to consume valuable resources will be detrimental to the planet that’s why we fashioned the Life Application. Our records reveal you watch 5 hours of Netflix, 3 hours of stupid cat videos, and 7 hours of perpetual garbage. You possess mediocre social skills with zero return on your investment since you invested small change on relationships. You had time to change and develop a spiritual consciousness rather than feeding on the nonsense of the underdeveloped and spending your days subservient to the hand of chaos. I guess we all make our choices. I see on your application you posted your degrees as if education equals being a good human. Applicants often brag about their credentials and all of their stock investments. Your ability to generate money and live comfortably is not what we’re looking for. You’re mistaking us for your previous government whose only concern was to turn a profit. For the aforementioned reasons we have to terminate your life application. Please don’t take it personal. Mr Campbell, do you notice the red dot on your chest, yes that red dot on your chest. We’re going to pull the trigger now, best regards: the Canadian government. Poetic Earthlings Studio is open to edit and produce your podcast, DM @Poeticearthlings on Twitter or visit Poeticearthlings.com While you’re there you can sign up for the Earthlings Report, this is our free newsletter to help writers overcome imposter syndrome and writer’s block. If you like this show continue to show your support and buy us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/poeticearthlings. Music is licensed under Epidemic Sound

Something went terribly wrong in this interview. I thought about scrapping it because it’s just too weird, even my guest was ticked off and stormed out. However, there’s a lesson in the cobwebs. Season 4, Episode 6 These days almost everything is controversial from your favorite ice-cream brand to a Disney cartoon. One word taken the wrong way could seal your fate.  No wonder people hold their opinions to themselves, because the mob is crazy they’ll come after you with torches and pitchforks to drive you out of the village. In my days we had thicker skin. We could tolerate or even engage opposing views. No one wanted your head on a stick. Earthlings have become a little more sophisticated. We built tiny social bubbles with strict talking points and secret access codes. To maintain your group membership you have to render your opinions to the collective. Failure to comply will resort to  ostracization. This story is about a mythical creature that lands in the middle of downtown. What started off as magical and almost spiritual turned into something divisive and ugly. How could this be? Stranger things have happened. One petty incident could convert into an international scandal. Unfortunately this fictional tale is not far from the truth. Special thanks to The Storyteller Graffiti Bleu who played the guest, Alex from Time For Your Hobby podcast who played the anchorman, and Shawntay who played the junior reporter. If you find this episode worthy to share please do so on Twitter and tag @poeticearthling  Credits are read by Shawntay from CTAmarketing.biz  Poetic Earthlings Studio is open to edit and produce your podcast, DM @Poeticearthlings on Twitter or visit Poeticearthlings.com While you’re there you can sign up for the Earthlings Report, this is our free newsletter to help writers overcome imposter syndrome and writer’s block. If you like this show continue to show your support and buy us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/poeticearthlings. Music is licensed under Epidemic Sound 

This episode may be fake. Every news segment and tweet is probably the same The person in this story created his fantasy, or so it seems. Season 4, episode 5 The line between fact and fantasy is becoming more opaque. Facts are seen as oppressive and hateful. For example, the words “pregnant women” are falling out of fashion and replaced by “pregnant people.” Pregnant women are an undeniable biological fact. My wife was pregnant and my mom was pregnant with me. Only women can bear children, this should be a noncontroversial fact. It wasn’t too long ago when this statement was without question.  In recent times the science of female biology has been discarded to make room for people’s feelings. Science is under attack while certain pundits warn us to “trust the science”. They even want us to trust “credible news sources.” Those sources paint a tailor made reality with the goal of adopting their worldview. Because of earthlings natural acceptance of authority figures such as the major news networks and social media, the spell is difficult to break. What makes it more difficult is the rise of deep fake videos, images and voices. You can’t trust what your little eyes see. Technology is almost at the point that it’s nearly impossible to  distinguish the real from the fake. It’s vital to question the dominant opinion, it’s different than some jerk who questions everything just to be a contrarian. You should question out of sincerity and not grandstanding. Asking meaningful questions will further your knowledge and help everyone to think more effectively.  If you find this episode worthy to share please do so on Twitter and tag @poeticearthling. Credits are read by Shawntay from CTAmarketing.biz Special appearances by Patrice Roston from the Connoisseur Panda and Brent Stark from Most Precious Commodity Poetic Earthlings Studio is open to edit and produce your podcast, DM @Poeticearthlings on Twitter or visit Poeticearthlings.com While you’re there you can sign up for the Earthlings Report, this is our free newsletter to help writers overcome imposter syndrome and writer’s block. If you like this show continue to show your support and buy us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/poeticearthlings. Music is licensed under Epidemic Sound 

If you want to destroy your writing career then pour yourself a tall glass of soda, a large bowl of cheetos, turn your remote to Netflix and binge on your favorite show. S4 Episode 4, Mirco Episode I’m sure Netflix doesn’t mind you abandoning your manuscript, your potential bestseller in exchange for movie stars.  Go ahead and donate your $12 per month to add to these celebrities bank account I’m sure they’re grateful for your sacrifice. Your potential bestseller can wait but the new season of Stranger Things can’t wait. So enjoy yourself, curl up in your warm blanket and throw away the clock. Maybe tomorrow you can dust off your manuscript and jog your memory of where you left off. You may have to deal with the guilt of over indulging on your Netflix fling, but you made your choices no need crying about it. No one forced you to stay up to four in the morning. That was your decision. Netflix was more important than your manuscript, go on admit it. This is a safe place like a confessional booth so you can speak the truth, no sense living a lie. If you want to rid yourself of the Netflix hangover then decide which one is better, writing your novel or binging on Netflix. Thank you to Tiffany C Lewis, her new podcast, Beta Reader Bits is out out. Poetic Earthlings Studio is open to edit and produce your podcast, DM @Poeticearthlings on Twitter or visit Poeticearthlings.com While you’re there you can sign up for the Earthlings Report, this is our free newsletter to help writers overcome imposter syndrome and writer’s block. If you like this show continue to show your support and buy us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/poeticearthlings. Music is licensed under Epidemic Sound 

What if your dreams became a trilogy? Season 4, Episode 3 (Earthling Spotlight Interview) Aliya survived a horrific car crash. She was rescued and remade by an alien race, given supernatural abilities and recruited into the Protective Forces to fight against a threat to the galaxy. This plot sounds like the next Marvel movie and I’m sure if Marvel buys the rights they would make a killing. My guest for the Earthling Spotlight is Danielle Novotny and the above synopsis is from her book Remade. Danielle is one of my favorite authors and it was an honour to have her on my show. Please check out the Remade series and follow her on Twitter. If you find this episode worthy to share please do so on Twitter and tag @poeticearthling Credits are read by Shawntay from CTAmarketing.biz Poetic Earthlings Studio is open to edit and produce your podcast, DM @Poeticearthling on Twitter or visit Poeticearthlings.com While you’re there you can sign up for the Earthlings Report, this is our free newsletter to help writers overcome imposter syndrome and writer’s block. If you like this show continue to show your support and buy us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/poeticearthlings. Music is licensed under Epidemic Sound