RedCircle VERIFY_TOKEN_9f180736-1f1c-456a-8610-c8760c75ea6e -- Rendered At Sat, 31 Oct 2026 15:29:29 +0000 Speakeasy Library https://redcircle.com/shows/speakeasy-library en-US © 2022 Speakeasy Library Daniel Carney Each week, I interview a guest—we'll talk mostly about their past and current projects, future plans, and the ideas that inform their personal philosophy and worldview. d0d3a68a-819a-52f3-9445-85e0314dce0f Each week, I interview a guest—we'll talk mostly about their past and current projects, future plans, and the ideas that inform their personal philosophy and worldview.

]]> episodic no Daniel Carney speakeasylibrary@gmail.com https://feeds.redcircle.com/9f180736-1f1c-456a-8610-c8760c75ea6e true full James Giaccio—Danger Jameson James Giaccio—Danger Jameson 6 Daniel Carney <p>On this week’s episode, I talk to my friend and independent wrestler James Giaccio, or, as he&apos;s known in the ring, Danger Jameson.<br/><br/>We talk about how he became a fan of wrestling, the inspiration for his character, and more!<br/><br/>Buy his merch <a href='https://whatamaneuver.net/collections/danger-jameson'>here</a><br/><br/>Follow James on <a href='https://twitter.com/dangerjameson'>Twitter</a> and <a href='https://www.instagram.com/dangerjameson/'>Instagram</a><br/><br/> UPDATE: The podcast is now available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify and more!<br/><br/>Please subscribe to, rate, and review the show<br/><br/>Have thoughts about the show or other feedback? Send me an email: speakeasylibrary@gmail.com<br/><br/>Follow the show on <a href='https://twitter.com/dan_selpod'>Twitter</a> and <a href='https://www.instagram.com/speakeasylibrary/'>Instagram</a></p> On this week’s episode, I talk to my friend and independent wrestler James Giaccio, or, as he's known in the ring, Danger Jameson.

We talk about how he became a fan of wrestling, the inspiration for his character, and more!

Buy his merch here

Follow James on Twitter and Instagram

UPDATE: The podcast is now available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify and more!

Please subscribe to, rate, and review the show

Have thoughts about the show or other feedback? Send me an email: speakeasylibrary@gmail.com

Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram

]]> <p>On this week’s episode, I talk to my friend and independent wrestler James Giaccio, or, as he&#39;s known in the ring, Danger Jameson.<br/><br/>We talk about how he became a fan of wrestling, the inspiration for his character, and more!<br/><br/>Buy his merch <a href="https://whatamaneuver.net/collections/danger-jameson" rel="nofollow">here</a><br/><br/>Follow James on <a href="https://twitter.com/dangerjameson" rel="nofollow">Twitter</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/dangerjameson/" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a><br/><br/> UPDATE: The podcast is now available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify and more!<br/><br/>Please subscribe to, rate, and review the show<br/><br/>Have thoughts about the show or other feedback? Send me an email: speakeasylibrary@gmail.com<br/><br/>Follow the show on <a href="https://twitter.com/dan_selpod" rel="nofollow">Twitter</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/speakeasylibrary/" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a></p> Buzzsprout-7669645 https://redcircle.com/shows/9f180736-1f1c-456a-8610-c8760c75ea6e/episodes/8e4579ef-c294-41d8-bf1a-c118d74ab12b Thu, 04 Feb 2021 08:00:00 +0000 5047 true full Felipe Diaz—How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love Film Felipe Diaz—How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love Film 5 Daniel Carney <p>On this week’s episode, I talk to my friend Felipe Diaz. He’s a filmmaker who has worked on over 30 commercials, mini docs, and narrative films. <br/><br/>Among other things, we talk about:</p><ul><li><em>Carmen: The Movie</em></li><li>Planning and improvisation in filmmaking</li><li>His early films</li></ul><p><br/>He directed the documentary <em>Touchy Subjects</em>, which will be streaming from The Spirit of Chicago virtual film festival from Feb 15-21. Purchase your ticket <a href='https://chicagofilmmakers.org/upcoming-screenings-and-events/spirit-of-chicago-7'>here</a>.</p><p><br/>UPDATE: The podcast is now available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify and more!</p><p><br/>Please subscribe to, rate, and review the show.<br/><br/>Have thoughts about the show or other feedback? Send me an email: speakeasylibrary@gmail.com<br/><br/>Follow the show on <a href='https://www.instagram.com/speakeasylibrary/'>Instagram</a> and <a href='https://mobile.twitter.com/dan_SELpod'>Twitter</a>.</p> On this week’s episode, I talk to my friend Felipe Diaz. He’s a filmmaker who has worked on over 30 commercials, mini docs, and narrative films. 

Among other things, we talk about:

  • Carmen: The Movie
  • Planning and improvisation in filmmaking
  • His early films


He directed the documentary Touchy Subjects, which will be streaming from The Spirit of Chicago virtual film festival from Feb 15-21. Purchase your ticket here.


UPDATE: The podcast is now available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify and more!


Please subscribe to, rate, and review the show.

Have thoughts about the show or other feedback? Send me an email: speakeasylibrary@gmail.com

Follow the show on Instagram and Twitter.

]]> <p>On this week’s episode, I talk to my friend Felipe Diaz. He’s a filmmaker who has worked on over 30 commercials, mini docs, and narrative films. <br/><br/>Among other things, we talk about:</p><ul><li><em>Carmen: The Movie</em></li><li>Planning and improvisation in filmmaking</li><li>His early films</li></ul><p><br/>He directed the documentary <em>Touchy Subjects</em>, which will be streaming from The Spirit of Chicago virtual film festival from Feb 15-21. Purchase your ticket <a href="https://chicagofilmmakers.org/upcoming-screenings-and-events/spirit-of-chicago-7" rel="nofollow">here</a>.</p><p><br/>UPDATE: The podcast is now available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify and more!</p><p><br/>Please subscribe to, rate, and review the show.<br/><br/>Have thoughts about the show or other feedback? Send me an email: speakeasylibrary@gmail.com<br/><br/>Follow the show on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/speakeasylibrary/" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a> and <a href="https://mobile.twitter.com/dan_SELpod" rel="nofollow">Twitter</a>.</p> Buzzsprout-7505602 https://redcircle.com/shows/9f180736-1f1c-456a-8610-c8760c75ea6e/episodes/0b8d7e70-ca02-49c7-9312-b309bcaad0e1 Wed, 27 Jan 2021 09:00:00 +0000 4768 true full From the Stacks—Jeeves and the Unbidden Guest From the Stacks—Jeeves and the Unbidden Guest 4 Daniel Carney <p>My guest couldn&apos;t make the interview, so I&apos;ll be doing something different for this week&apos;s episode. I read &quot;Jeeves and the Unbidden Guest,&quot; a short story by master humorist P.G. Wodehouse. Enjoy! I&apos;ll be back next week with another interview.<br/><br/>UPDATE: The podcast is now available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher and more!<br/><br/>Please subscribe to, rate, and review the show<br/><br/>Have thoughts about the show or other feedback? Send me an email: speakeasylibrary@gmail.com<br/><br/>Follow the show on <a href='https://www.instagram.com/speakeasylibrary/'>Instagram</a> and <a href='https://twitter.com/Dan_SELpod'>Twitter</a></p> My guest couldn't make the interview, so I'll be doing something different for this week's episode. I read "Jeeves and the Unbidden Guest," a short story by master humorist P.G. Wodehouse. Enjoy! I'll be back next week with another interview.

UPDATE: The podcast is now available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher and more!

Please subscribe to, rate, and review the show

Have thoughts about the show or other feedback? Send me an email: speakeasylibrary@gmail.com

Follow the show on Instagram and Twitter

]]> <p>My guest couldn&#39;t make the interview, so I&#39;ll be doing something different for this week&#39;s episode. I read &#34;Jeeves and the Unbidden Guest,&#34; a short story by master humorist P.G. Wodehouse. Enjoy! I&#39;ll be back next week with another interview.<br/><br/>UPDATE: The podcast is now available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher and more!<br/><br/>Please subscribe to, rate, and review the show<br/><br/>Have thoughts about the show or other feedback? Send me an email: speakeasylibrary@gmail.com<br/><br/>Follow the show on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/speakeasylibrary/" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/Dan_SELpod" rel="nofollow">Twitter</a></p> Buzzsprout-7358953 https://redcircle.com/shows/9f180736-1f1c-456a-8610-c8760c75ea6e/episodes/8be75bcd-2cd7-4415-ab40-fba294842e4e Mon, 18 Jan 2021 22:00:00 +0000 2431 false full Melissa Ruiz—Story of an Artist Melissa Ruiz—Story of an Artist 3 Daniel Carney <p>On this week’s episode, I talk to my girlfriend, Melissa Ruiz. She is a graphic designer and fine artist. <br/><br/>Among other things, we talk about:</p><ul><li>Why she went to art school</li><li>The definition of fine art</li><li>Whether artists are born or made</li></ul><p><br/>Follow Melissa on <a href='https://www.instagram.com/mruizdesign/'>Instagram</a></p><p> UPDATE: The podcast is now available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify and more!<br/><br/>Please subscribe to, rate, and review the show<br/><br/>Have thoughts about the show or other feedback? Send me an email: speakeasylibrary@gmail.com<br/><br/>Follow the show on <a href='https://www.instagram.com/speakeasylibrary/'>Instagram</a> and <a href='https://twitter.com/Dan_SELpod'>Twitter</a></p> On this week’s episode, I talk to my girlfriend, Melissa Ruiz. She is a graphic designer and fine artist. 

Among other things, we talk about:

  • Why she went to art school
  • The definition of fine art
  • Whether artists are born or made


Follow Melissa on Instagram

 UPDATE: The podcast is now available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify and more!

Please subscribe to, rate, and review the show

Have thoughts about the show or other feedback? Send me an email: speakeasylibrary@gmail.com

Follow the show on Instagram and Twitter

]]> <p>On this week’s episode, I talk to my girlfriend, Melissa Ruiz. She is a graphic designer and fine artist. <br/><br/>Among other things, we talk about:</p><ul><li>Why she went to art school</li><li>The definition of fine art</li><li>Whether artists are born or made</li></ul><p><br/>Follow Melissa on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mruizdesign/" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a></p><p> UPDATE: The podcast is now available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify and more!<br/><br/>Please subscribe to, rate, and review the show<br/><br/>Have thoughts about the show or other feedback? Send me an email: speakeasylibrary@gmail.com<br/><br/>Follow the show on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/speakeasylibrary/" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/Dan_SELpod" rel="nofollow">Twitter</a></p> Buzzsprout-7241638 https://redcircle.com/shows/9f180736-1f1c-456a-8610-c8760c75ea6e/episodes/f3077cb5-c44a-4284-91f6-8780674cf143 Mon, 11 Jan 2021 19:00:00 +0000 4125 true full Jon Gates—Guitar Hero Jon Gates—Guitar Hero 2 Daniel Carney <p>On this week’s episode, I talk to my friend Jon Gates, who has been playing guitar for about 20 years. We talk about practice and musicianship, his time in a church band, and the time he got to play a $45k guitar. We also talk about musical influences and muse over the distinguishing features and significance of certain bands and genres of rock music.<br/><br/>BONUS: the episode ends with a recording of Jon covering an Elliott Smith song.</p><p>Follow Jon on <a href='https://www.instagram.com/wak_scholastics/'>Instagram</a><br/><br/> UPDATE: The podcast is now available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify and more!<br/><br/>Please subscribe to, rate, and review the show<br/><br/>Have thoughts about the show or other feedback? Send me an email: speakeasylibrary@gmail.com<br/><br/>Follow the show on <a href='https://www.instagram.com/speakeasylibrary/'>Instagram</a> and <a href='https://twitter.com/Dan_SELpod'>Twitter</a><br/><br/>Keywords: Bright Eyes, AC/DC, Elliott Smith, Dashboard Confessional, Ozzy, Glam Rock, Guns N&apos; Roses, Blink-182, Future, Meshuggah</p> On this week’s episode, I talk to my friend Jon Gates, who has been playing guitar for about 20 years. We talk about practice and musicianship, his time in a church band, and the time he got to play a $45k guitar. We also talk about musical influences and muse over the distinguishing features and significance of certain bands and genres of rock music.

BONUS: the episode ends with a recording of Jon covering an Elliott Smith song.

Follow Jon on Instagram

UPDATE: The podcast is now available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify and more!

Please subscribe to, rate, and review the show

Have thoughts about the show or other feedback? Send me an email: speakeasylibrary@gmail.com

Follow the show on Instagram and Twitter

Keywords: Bright Eyes, AC/DC, Elliott Smith, Dashboard Confessional, Ozzy, Glam Rock, Guns N' Roses, Blink-182, Future, Meshuggah

]]> <p>On this week’s episode, I talk to my friend Jon Gates, who has been playing guitar for about 20 years. We talk about practice and musicianship, his time in a church band, and the time he got to play a $45k guitar. We also talk about musical influences and muse over the distinguishing features and significance of certain bands and genres of rock music.<br/><br/>BONUS: the episode ends with a recording of Jon covering an Elliott Smith song.</p><p>Follow Jon on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/wak_scholastics/" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a><br/><br/> UPDATE: The podcast is now available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify and more!<br/><br/>Please subscribe to, rate, and review the show<br/><br/>Have thoughts about the show or other feedback? Send me an email: speakeasylibrary@gmail.com<br/><br/>Follow the show on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/speakeasylibrary/" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/Dan_SELpod" rel="nofollow">Twitter</a><br/><br/>Keywords: Bright Eyes, AC/DC, Elliott Smith, Dashboard Confessional, Ozzy, Glam Rock, Guns N&#39; Roses, Blink-182, Future, Meshuggah</p> Buzzsprout-7123480 https://redcircle.com/shows/9f180736-1f1c-456a-8610-c8760c75ea6e/episodes/29342148-d3d8-4107-8d3b-b4d516f61f3e Mon, 04 Jan 2021 16:00:00 +0000 5387 true full Mike Hoffman—Austro Punk Mike Hoffman—Austro Punk 1 Daniel Carney <p>On this week’s episode, I talk to my friend Mike Hoffman. He is an independent scholar of economics and author of <em>Monetary Kaleidics: Reflections on Money Illusion and the War on Cash</em>.<br/><br/>Among other things, we talk about:</p><ul><li>How he got into economics</li><li>How he started writing</li><li>Why he wrote his book</li><li>The conceptual foundations of his book </li></ul><p><br/>Buy Mike&apos;s book on <a href='https://www.amazon.com/Monetary-Kaleidics-Reflections-Money-Illusion/dp/1689839244/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3IJJRR9W0LPR7&amp;dchild=1&amp;keywords=monetary+kaleidics&amp;qid=1608696703&amp;sprefix=monetary+kal%2Caps%2C143&amp;sr=8-1'>Amazon</a><br/><br/>Read Mike&apos;s blog <a href='https://austropunkism.wordpress.com/'>here</a><br/><br/>Follow Mike on <a href='https://twitter.com/austro_punk?lang=en'>Twitter</a><br/><br/>Follow Mike on <a href='https://www.instagram.com/austro_punk/?hl=en'>Instagram</a><br/><br/>Have thoughts about the show or other feedback? Send me an email: speakeasylibrary@gmail.com<br/><br/>For updates on when new episodes drop and when the podcast will be available on your favorite podcast app:</p><ul><li>Follow the show on <a href='https://www.instagram.com/speakeasylibrary/'>Instagram</a></li><li>Follow the show on <a href='https://twitter.com/Dan_SELpod'>Twitter</a></li></ul><p>Keywords: Austrian economics, Mises, Hayek, Salerno, Mises Institute, Libertarianism, self-publishing</p> On this week’s episode, I talk to my friend Mike Hoffman. He is an independent scholar of economics and author of Monetary Kaleidics: Reflections on Money Illusion and the War on Cash.

Among other things, we talk about:

  • How he got into economics
  • How he started writing
  • Why he wrote his book
  • The conceptual foundations of his book 


Buy Mike's book on Amazon

Read Mike's blog here

Follow Mike on Twitter

Follow Mike on Instagram

Have thoughts about the show or other feedback? Send me an email: speakeasylibrary@gmail.com

For updates on when new episodes drop and when the podcast will be available on your favorite podcast app:

Keywords: Austrian economics, Mises, Hayek, Salerno, Mises Institute, Libertarianism, self-publishing

]]> <p>On this week’s episode, I talk to my friend Mike Hoffman. He is an independent scholar of economics and author of <em>Monetary Kaleidics: Reflections on Money Illusion and the War on Cash</em>.<br/><br/>Among other things, we talk about:</p><ul><li>How he got into economics</li><li>How he started writing</li><li>Why he wrote his book</li><li>The conceptual foundations of his book </li></ul><p><br/>Buy Mike&#39;s book on <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Monetary-Kaleidics-Reflections-Money-Illusion/dp/1689839244/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3IJJRR9W0LPR7&dchild=1&keywords=monetary+kaleidics&qid=1608696703&sprefix=monetary+kal%2Caps%2C143&sr=8-1" rel="nofollow">Amazon</a><br/><br/>Read Mike&#39;s blog <a href="https://austropunkism.wordpress.com/" rel="nofollow">here</a><br/><br/>Follow Mike on <a href="https://twitter.com/austro_punk?lang=en" rel="nofollow">Twitter</a><br/><br/>Follow Mike on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/austro_punk/?hl=en" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a><br/><br/>Have thoughts about the show or other feedback? Send me an email: speakeasylibrary@gmail.com<br/><br/>For updates on when new episodes drop and when the podcast will be available on your favorite podcast app:</p><ul><li>Follow the show on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/speakeasylibrary/" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a></li><li>Follow the show on <a href="https://twitter.com/Dan_SELpod" rel="nofollow">Twitter</a></li></ul><p>Keywords: Austrian economics, Mises, Hayek, Salerno, Mises Institute, Libertarianism, self-publishing</p> Buzzsprout-6977701 https://redcircle.com/shows/9f180736-1f1c-456a-8610-c8760c75ea6e/episodes/032dc811-fbbc-4ae9-934b-51a3ea313fe6 Thu, 24 Dec 2020 08:00:00 +0000 3614 true