The Ignorance is Strength Podcast

Up-and-coming musician, Autonex, drops by the podcast this week to discuss his musical journey that has him finding his place with experimental bass. He describes his unique sound, his influences, and what motivates him.

Master Daniel Pesina drops in this week to discuss his part in the creation of the original Mortal Kombat video game, including playing the roles of Johnny Cage, Scorpion, and Sub Zero. It's a Flawless Victory in gaming history.

Larry Hankin is back again for a fourth time to discuss a new book he just finished writing titled Loopholes. There are several themes within this fictional tale that we delve into, including politics, homelessness, youngsters, and education (or lack of). Fun conversation!

Recurring co-host, Whitey, is back to whine some more in his Wine in a Box series. We discuss everything from 90s nostalgia, to video games, and even some current events. Of course, we also shake our fists at the cloud of Gen-Z'ers and whine a bit. Check it out.

Meet Okorie Johnson, known in the music world as OKCello. He's changing the way people see the cello in popular music. We discuss his influences, his background, and what it means to really feel a performance. Check it out!

Marc Morales is back on the podcast to discuss his now finished horror film, 521 North Main Street. He discusses how and why it all came together, as well his unique old-school way of releasing the film. Catch it at a drive-in near you!

In this not-quite-so-sweet 16 rendition of the Shit Show series, co-hosts, Whitey, Potter, and Sosa, return to talk all things moronic, nonsensical, and somewhat current. It's a much better way to spend your time than watching Oppenheimer... about half the time, too. Just go with it. Listen at your own risk.

This week, the other creative half of Allen & Mikac films, Heidi Mikac, drops in to discuss all of her current and future film projects. She describes the passion and work it takes to really turn a creative thought into something tangible, which she is more than happy doing.

John and Chad of the Gracious Two podcast drop in to discuss their live podcast, which includes a lot of fan interaction, controversial topics, and "putting the shit in bullshit." We also touch on the podcast's name, which ties into Chad's background as a former drummer for the bands Live and the Gracious Few.

Kelly Katharine Tata joins the podcast this week to discuss growing up on the set of Beverly Hills, 90210 with her father, supporting a parent with Alzheimer's, and simply living in "your dash," as she puts it. 

This week's guest, Paul Allen, is a filmmaker with a passion for horror. He's motivated to crank out projects, even if it means having to take a DIY approach to it, thus, breaking through any limits in his creative world.

This week's guest, Dani Hagan, is a passionate singer keeping rock music alive with her band, Dani Hagan and the Reverie. She's constantly pumping out new music and performing live on tour. Check out her latest EP, Kissing You, and catch a show when she's in your town.

This week's guest, Nicole Shiflett, is an actress breaking into the business. She's not letting a global pandemic, a strike, or life in general stop her from chasing her passion for entertainment. Listen to her talk about navigating through this experience.

Zach Arnold not only does celebrity impressions; he aims to leave an impression on people through his up-and-coming YouTube channel. Listen as he describes his wins over Tourette Syndrome and bullying that led him to this point.

When you think of Romance novels, do you still think about Fabio on a ship wearing an open-chest shirt? No? Neither does Thea Lambert. She writes contemporary romantic comedies with realistic modern characters. Listen to her why and her journey.

This week's guests, Scott and Nick of the No New Friends Podcast, are ironically very friendly. We chat about their podcast which is all about adulting and laughing with friends from all around the U.S., with the occasional lesson and seriousness sprinkled in. Did we just become New Friends?

The Shit Show is back with the most nonsensical banter you've grown to love. We welcome a new Potter's Person, discuss disgusting trends in music, ponder over what that viral singing jerk has against Fudge Rounds, and much more. Fudge for all!

This week's guest, Mike Cannici, is a fellow podcaster. He interviews people who have done some big things in entertainment on his show, In The Spotlight. However, he also keeps things local by highlighting standouts around the Derby, Connecticut area on his show, Hometown Heroes.

Authors write about what they know. Our guest this week, A.X. Foster, is no exception. He's lived quite an interesting life and spent a lot of time in the courtroom. He blends his experiences with his love for entertainment to write murder mysteries and legal thrillers like Gavel to Gavel, his first book in the Seneca County Courthouse Series. Listen to learn more.

This week's guest, Courtland Tyler of Unfocused Entertainment and Daydream Animation, is anything but an unfocused daydreamer. He's hard at work putting his passions and ideas to work as he prepares to release a video game and anime series. Listen to what it takes to accomplish those goals.

Lisa Marie Barnes is a musician searching for that elusive magic known as connecting with an audience. She's a skilled guitarist with a sort of DIY approach to putting out music. Her passion has even led her to going to school for music to even further hone her craft.

Finding your voice can be tough for anyone, especially while dealing with loss and grief. This week's guest, Solany Lara, found her voice through writing. Listen as she describes her book of poetry, Hija De Mi Padre, and how it all came together.

This week's guest, Emma WIlliams, lets us take a peek behind the curtain of the world of story board artists. We discuss tips for breaking into the field, as well as Emma's own journey through film and video game story boarding. Great listen for any artists out there.

Jeffrey Bryan is a musician with a passion for hits of the 70s, which his band, the K-Tel All-Stars, performs. He drops by the podcast this week, to discuss this, plus his role in the Karate Kid, and being part of the band, Survivor.

Writer (known best for Dumb and Dumber), Bennet Yellin, joins the podcast this week to talk about becoming a writer, to share some background about Dumb and Dumber, and to discuss the current writers' strike.