Being James Bond

THE GOOD LIFE -- When James Bond travels to The Bahamas, he drops in on the ocean front estate of the sinister Emilio Largo, who offers Bond an afternoon of skeet shooting, a grand tour of his shark­filled salt­water pool, and a refreshing Rum Collins, the essential balance of sour and sweet, and regarded by many as the perfect cocktail.

INNER 007 -- If you're feeling bored and lazy there's only one thing to do – kick yourself out of it! James Bond lives like a playboy, yet still performs like a warrior. But while Bond may be able to stay in shape on champagne and caviar, but the rest of us are going to have to work at it.

INNER 007 -- To really stay motivated, you need to find what drives you personally. What will be your motivation? The first is obvious; Being James Bond. That's why we're all here, right? To truly live like James Bond and do all the things Bond does, we'll have to be in good physical shape.

It's that wonderful time of year when you ultimately say to yourself, "I wish my family and friends knew what I REALLY wanted this year!" Whether you're in the mood to be a fan, or to be the MAN, these gifts will be welcome in any Bond fan's stocking. Happy Holidays!

CINEMATIC 007 -- "One equal temper of heroic hearts, made weak by time and fate, but strong in will. To strive, to seek, to find, and not to yield." At long last, Scott rejoins Head of Section with a long awaited episode of Being James Bond, the review of Skyfall!

THE GOOD LIFE -- "I believe that the bourbon and branch water is rather splendid here." While relaxing on the front porch of his home on Auric Stud, his Kentucky horse ranch, Auric Goldfinger offers James Bond a Mint Julep, commenting that the drink is "traditional, but satisfying."

MAN OF ACTION -- Ian's Fleming's gentleman secret agent did not know how to fly an airplane, but the cinematic incarnation of James Bond is definitely a pilot. Though, it took many years before Bond's piloting skills became apparent.

TRAVEL -- What's the future of podcasting? We pose this question after dinner, martinis, and some serious poker playing in 'America's Playground,' Las Vegas!

THE GOOD LIFE -- Welcome to 'The Cocktails of James Bond' a six-part series on the specific cocktails that James Bond enjoyed. I focused on six signature cocktails that seemed to personify Bond, and also gave an understanding about the world of mixology in general. So here is the first, and possibly the most obvious, The Vodka Martini.

INTERVIEW -- Time to get motivated! Paul Kyriazi shares some of his insights about the film 'Limitless,' which actually has a lot in common with living the James Bond lifestyle!

TRAVEL -- This week, we revisit the most romantic city in the world, Paris, France. We return to a few Bond staples like Fouquets and Harry's Bar, and explore some new Bond locations like Le Dome Restaurant, and the Chateau of Chantilly.

LITERARY 007 -- This week we explore and review the newest James Bond novel, 'Carte Blanche' by Jeffrey Deaver.

TRAVEL -- We're ending the first season of the 'Underground' on a high note. This is an original Travel podcast about one of the greatest cities in the world, New York City.

GAMING 007 -- This week, we finally review 'Blood Stone' - the latest 007 video game, and (spoilers) a lackluster follow up to 'Quantum of Solace.'

TRAVEL -- This week, Geoff Oberg offers up some tips for the traveler in his article on 'Packing like Bond'.

INNER 007 -- 'Now pay attention 007...' By popular demand, we've finally dedicated a section of the forums to gadgets, gizmos, and electronics, so you can discuss those personal items you use to give you an edge in the field.

INNER 007 -- This week we revisit the subject of Finances, and I review one of my all-time favorite books on money, 'Rich Dad, Poor Dad' by Robert T. Kiyosaki.

CINEMATIC 007 -- Scott's back for another podcast, and this time we discuss the unofficial Connery Bond film, in the long awaited review of 'Never Say Never Again.'

MAN OF ACTION -- This week, I hand over the Being James Bond microphone to our good friend Brian Sheridan who explores the world of martial arts.

THE GOOD LIFE -- This podcast will get into the correct methods of wine storage, serving wine at the correct temperature, and even opening the bottles.

INNER 007 -- We're talking about 'confidence' of course! When it comes to what women really want, it always goes back to the dreaded 'C-Word'... Have you got it?

CINEMATIC 007 -- Being James Bond pays it's respects and celebrates the works of the late great composer John Barry (1933–2011).

INNER 007 - The Superbowl is over! Put down the beer! Put down the chips! It's time to get back into some respectible shape!

TRAVEL -- We're headed back to London to do a little shopping, get fitted for a shirt and tie at Turnbull and Asser, and have dinner at Scott's.

INNER 007 -- This week, we contrast the James Bond lifestyle with materialism, and explore Bond's overall views on wealth in this introduction to finances.