Rik's Mind Podcast
The Rik’s Mind podcast is a long form conversation hosted by Rik Brooks and produced by Jon Anthony Thomson. Guests have included MacArthur Fellows, artists, scientists, historians, strength coaches, Wu-Tang Killa Beez and beyond. Become the captain of your spaceship and expand your mind.
Conversation
Science & Medicine
Tv & Film
Sports
Technology
History
Interview
Comedy
Society & Culture
Interviews
News & Politics
Science
Finance
Astronomy
Politics
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 54 minutes
- Episodes
- 122
- Years Active
- 2019 - 2023
Episode 55- Andrew Allen feat. Jon and Rik Impromptu Fireside Chat
Today we’re joined by friend of the show Andrew Allen for an impromptu fireside chat. Andrew is a Western Oregon University Alum and is currently living in Toledo, Ohio with his wife Dr. Krista Allen…
Fri 15 Oct 2021
Episode 54- Kyle Topfer of Scientist Rebellion | Part 2
Kyle Topfer is back for part 2 to continue where we left our conversion on the state of the climate in part 1. To refresh you, Kyle is an Environmental Scientist & and member/activist of Scientist R…
Fri 08 Oct 2021
Episode 53- Mushroom Town Fireside Chat w/ Rik and Jon
Today’s another glorious fireside chat. Rik and Jon suit up and head for their starship to hear about Jon’s experience with psilocybin mushrooms. Do we head for a bummercast? Listen in and find out!
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Fri 01 Oct 2021
Episode 52- Kyle Topfer of Scientist Rebellion | Part 1
Today we are joined by Kyle Topfer. Kyle is an Environmental Scientist & and member/activist of Scientist Rebellion. Scientist Rebellion, sister organization to Extinction Rebellion, are the group re…
Fri 24 Sep 2021
Episode 51- Rick Giavonette
Today we are joined by Rick is a Whiskey collector, connoisseur and reviewer. Rick does not have any ties to a distillery or whiskey company, he’s just a regular guy who wants to learn, collect, and …
Fri 17 Sep 2021
Episode 50- Benjamin Carollo of the Young Turks
Today we are joined by Benjamin Carollo. Ben is a former Air Force Geospatial intelligence analyst, with a Masters in Biosecurity and Biodefense. Ben hosts a daily news show on Twitch, and is a con…
Fri 10 Sep 2021
Episode 49- Laszlo Montgomery, Host of The China History Podcast
Today we are joined by Laszlo Montgomery. Laszlo is the founder of Teacup Media. He researches, writes, and records each episode of his 4 shows: The China History Podcast, The Chinese Sayings Podcast…
Fri 03 Sep 2021
Episode 48- Chef A.G. Franco
Today we are joined by Chef A. G. Franco. Aaron is a Chef, Author, World traveler & MMA enthusiast living life to the fullest before expiring. Aaron’s life goal are to direct films after his culinary…
Fri 27 Aug 2021
Episode 47.5- The Taliban Fireside Chat Special w/ Rik and Jon
It's a bonus Fireside chat. Hang With Rik and Jon while they talk Afghanistan and the US’s botched pull-out, as well as a whole host of topics.
Show Notes:
The Taliban are sitting on $1 trillion w…
Sun 22 Aug 2021
Episode 47- Chris Casias: Adventurer, Beemaster, Caretaker
Today we’re joined by Chris Casias. Chris describes himself as “Adventurer, Beemaster, Caretaker. These are the ABC's about me. Do the right thing, even if it may cost more.”
Show Notes:
Earthing:…
Fri 20 Aug 2021
Episode 46- Lissa Olson
Today we are joined by Lissa Olson. Lissa is a former head Track and Field coach of Purdue University and current professor of Kinesiology at Las Positas College. Lissa has coached men’s and women’s …
Mon 16 Aug 2021
Episode 45- Fireside Chat with Rik and Jon
Today Rik and Jon sit down for a rare happy and positive fireside chat. No bummer casts this week! We cover a lot of good things and exciting things. Join us and for once we won’t depress you!
Fri 06 Aug 2021
Episode 44- Luke Bigeh
Today we are joined by Luke Bigeh. Luke is the eyes behind the videography company Video Co. Video Co is an Oregon based videography company dedicated to creating content like never before. We have y…
Fri 30 Jul 2021
Episode 43- Julian Barton
Today we are joined IN PERSON (!) by Julian Barton. Julian is the owner/operator of Vice Canning, Inc., a mobile canning company in the Portland, Ore Metro area. You can learn more about Vice at vic…
Fri 23 Jul 2021
Episode 42- Nick Ramos
Today we are joined again by Nick Ramos. Nick is a podcaster and host of the History of the Cuban Revolution. Nick is joining us to get us up to speed on the recent July 11 protests and quickly devel…
Fri 16 Jul 2021
Episode 41- Scott Purdue
Today we are joined for a very informal episode by Scott Purdue. Scott is Rik's former coworker and roommate, as well as a runner. Come join the hang with us!
Fri 09 Jul 2021
Episode 40- Gaby Hogan
Today we are joined by Gaby Hogan. Gaby is a food scientist who decided to turn her passion for eating into a career. She graduated from Washington State University with a bachelors degree in food sc…
Fri 02 Jul 2021
Episode 39- Andrew Allen
Today we’re joined again by friend of the show Andrew Allen. Rik, Andrew and DeMarco in his wind tunnel of a studio ( who despite his best efforts can’t make today a bummercast) have a chat about pol…
Fri 25 Jun 2021
Episode 38- OH NO WERE LATE Fireside Chat
Today we come to you late with a brand new fireside chat (blame DeMarco, he was too busy getting married to post the pod on time.) We cover all sorts of stuff from China to hedge funds prison stocks.
Mon 21 Jun 2021
Episode 37- Cori Metzgar
Today we are joined by Cori Metzgar. Metzgar is entering her fifth year as the Director of Sports Performance at Western Oregon University, in Monmoth, Ore, after joining the Wolves in October 2011. …
Fri 11 Jun 2021
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