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Garden of Thought

Garden of Thought

Jeff Lippman 517 Episodes Jul 19, 2026

Garden of Thought is a podcast hosted by Jeff Lippman that explores a wide range of topics including news, pop culture, myths, alien stories, human history, and even wrestling. The show aims to plant seeds of curiosity and engage listeners in fascinating discussions. Each episode invites listeners to join the host on a journey through various intriguing subjects.

Episodes

Garden of Thought E.391 The Paradox of Parallel Dimensions
Garden of Thought E.391 The Paradox of Parallel Dimensions Jul 19, 2026 4928 Alex Coquito joins the Garden. He's a streamer, content creator, and independent thinker. He has a channel called Rican Reactions where he covers the current events and issues on Puerto Rico. We start with things we should know about Puerto Rico, and then move into our esoteric main event.We cover hive consciousness, parallel dimensions, deja vu, precognition, aliens, and much more. 
Garden of Thought E.390 A Casual Conversation about Mythic Creatures
Garden of Thought E.390 A Casual Conversation about Mythic Creatures Jul 12, 2026 7530 My special guest is Ram's Fan and he suggested we each pick some creatures from myths, legends, lore and media, and discuss them. And that's exactly what we did. From Trolls to the Kraken. And way beyond. Casual and deep. As you'd expect from the Garden. 
Garden of Thought E.389 Grass Roots Healthcare
Garden of Thought E.389 Grass Roots Healthcare Jul 9, 2026 2835 Our guest is Dr. Athena Lorin Hall and we discuss several aspects that are problematic in healthcare. Not necessarily limited to the US. With over nine years of experience as a pediatric hospitalist and two years in a global health fellowship serving resource-limited communities, I’ve gained an invaluable perspective on both the strengths and shortcomings of our healthcare systems—and the opportun
Garden of Thought E.388 Logan's Run
Garden of Thought E.388 Logan's Run Jul 6, 2026 5244 It's the 50th anniversary of Logan's Run. Me and Joey Restivo re-watched it and discuss it. Does it hold up? What issues does it explore? Hit play for a fun and interesting discussion.
Garden of Thought E.387 Mental Health Law
Garden of Thought E.387 Mental Health Law Jul 3, 2026 3031 The mental health crisis is an epidemic. Blame is cast while safety nets and resources or withdrawn. Those involved often feel like there's no way to get help. But there are routes. We talk to one of those routes.https://mentalhealthaddictionlawfirm.comMental Health and Addiction Law Firm Boca Raton, FL: (561) 419-6095Mental Health and Addiction Law Firm Boston, MA: (617) 272-9050Baker Act Attorne
Garden of Thought E.386 Greek Myths via Greek Plays
Garden of Thought E.386 Greek Myths via Greek Plays Jun 29, 2026 5881 Jennifer Sutherland re-enters the Garden to discuss Greek plays. The history, the cultural context, some of the seminal playrights, and we discuss the myths and messages of many Greek comedies and tragedies. As always, your humble host asks questions both germane and often, goofy.
Garden of Thought E.385 The Temple Within
Garden of Thought E.385 The Temple Within Jun 26, 2026 4520 Raymond E. Foster went from the US Coast Guard to the LAPD (yes, we discussed the OJ case briefly), and joined the Freemasons. We discuss symbology, esoterica, and discuss many details ofthe Freemason Order(s). We also discuss his several books; including the latest: "The Temple Within".  
Garden of Thought E.385 Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
Garden of Thought E.385 Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Jun 23, 2026 5453 White Chocolate is neither of those things. But he is my former cohost on the Evolve podcast I used to do. He's also a really interesting, smart and funny guy. And he picked Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. A story that never quite felt like a happy little children's story. We explore that and I introduce many Garden meanders.
Garden of Thought E.383 The Hittites and the Land of 1,000 Gods
Garden of Thought E.383 The Hittites and the Land of 1,000 Gods Jun 21, 2026 4865 Professor Michael York rejoins the Garden. We are discussing the Hittites and how their lands became known as the Land of a Thousand Gods. From the Indo European roots to the creation myths, we cover their pantheon(s) and the influences upon them and that they influenced upon. Of course, we get the many kids of cides and human taboos. We also get into cataclysms and AI. It'll all make sense when y
Garden of Thought E.383  Debunkamania
Garden of Thought E.383 Debunkamania Jun 13, 2026 5481 Dr. Joe Wilson is an archeologist who wants to believe. There's even some alternative theories he gives due consideration to. But he keeps butting heads with...well, buttheads.Anyway, we start with an analysis of the Siberian to North America connections. The arrow he follows is actually a type of bow. This same bow that started in Asia and moved West with the steppe horse peoples. But it also mov
Garden of Thought E.382  Consumer Advocacy
Garden of Thought E.382 Consumer Advocacy Jun 10, 2026 3146 We are joined today by David Hirschfield of Consumer Escalation Services.Consumer advocacy is a subject I care deeply about, especially helping people understand practical options before they assume their only path is a lawsuit. Through Consumer Escalation Services and my book, The Consumer Escalation Playbook, my goal is to help consumers organize their facts, document their issues, communicate p
Garden of Thought E.381  What Precedes Anomalies
Garden of Thought E.381 What Precedes Anomalies Jun 6, 2026 4655 George Mitrovic returns after a long hiatus and he's brought his opus with him.He compiles and coalates data. And what he's discovered might change the future of research into the unexplained. Turns out it doesn't matter whether it's a cryptid or a UFO or any number of things we catehorize as paranormal, there's always a signal. The signal is before, during, and immediately after. Mitrovic has tra

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