One of the more excellent Blockbuster shows of recent decades: Breaking Bad. This episode focuses on a deconstruction of the show's main character, Walter White, disassembling the factors and ingredients that necessitate his moral collapse, and exploring how they relate to our broader human experience.
Just my takes! Apologies for the dicey audio, working on improving my production game 😁
DISCLAIMERImages and footage in this episode are not my own. They are utilised under Fair Use policy.
CORRESPONDING ARTICLE & LINKShttps://thedoorman.substack.com/My website: https://withjoewehbe.com/Latest Book: https://www.itsonlytuesday.com.au/ follow this link to be redirected to purchasing options, or try straight to Amazon.
SUMMARY0:00 What we will cover2:41 Synopsis/Recap of the Show8:20 Off Ramps15:04 What Makes Walter Deviate?26:19 How Walter's True Intentions Are Exposed36:58 Where Are We In Relation To Walter?
An introduction into a man I consider to be one of the greatest thinkers and communicators on Spirituality and Life. Author of prominent books like Awareness: Conversations With The Masters and The Way To Love. You may never have heard of him, but Anthony de Mello is worth your time.DISCLAIMERImages and footage in this episode are not my own. They are utilised under Fair Use policy. CORRESPONDING ARTICLE & LINKShttps://thedoorman.substack.com/My website: https://withjoewehbe.com/Latest Book: https://www.itsonlytuesday.com.au/ follow this link to be redirected to purchasing options, or try straight to Amazon.SUMMARY0:00 The Greatest Philosopher No One's Heard Of2:12 Background & Mix of East and West4:44 What Makes Him Unique?7:50 De Mello's Ideas8:23 Wake Up!9:47 Conditioning13:13 Psychology vs. Spirituality14:30 What Is The True Source Of Pain?15:45 We Don't Need To Fix Things15:56 Understand16:51 Dropping The Attachments & Illusions23:24 We Confuse Love And Desire25:36 Loneliness27:14 The Only Thing We Need29:50 Where To Learn More About De Mello
Luke and I end our feud to bring you a light-hearted insight into the world of a modern 30-year-old living in Australia, whilst, inevitably, delving into some philosophy too. Blog and more:https://withjoewehbe.com/blog/SUMMARY
0:00 Introduction & Podcast Evolution
5:20 Life Stages & Reflections on Marriage
15:59 Later Marrying Ages & Brave New World
35:00 The Trap of Avoiding Discomfort
44:26 Balancing Career Choices and Happiness
50:24 The Iterative Nature of Learning
A ramble about the age-old creative dilemma—the tension between the audience and creator, who we make things for and why, and where integrity, and struggle, often appears.
Mentioned
My Audience-of-None Article — https://withjoewehbe.com/an-audience-of-none/
The Fountainhead, by Ayn Rand — https://aynrand.org/novels/the-fountainhead/
My Da Vinci video — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V0oe7G0jXuI
My book, Holy Sh!t, It’s Only… Tuesday? — https://www.itsonlytuesday.com.au/
SUMMARY & TIMESTAMPS0:00 Introduction and Creative Struggle
2:08 Looking back at this podcast journey
3:07 Navigating Creative Shifts
4:28 Balancing Personal and Market Demands
9:17 Exploring Artistic Integrity
17:56 The Audience of None Concept
25:50 The Interesting Struggle With My Book
34:00 Our Systems Don’t Always Fit Creativity, And That’s Okay
Take a walk down Berlin's cobbled streets with my good friend, Trevor Carroll. In this book Trevor explores a range of untold and lesser known stories of the Berlin Jews at the time of Nazism and WWII, triggered by his trips to Berlin decades later and stumbling upon Stolperstein, tiny memorials for the old occupants of homes in Berlin, most of whom never made it home.I explore the book and all the beautiful things I took from it. I'll also look to get Trevor on the podcast soon to talk more about this journey.
GRAB THE BOOK:
https://trickypress.com.au/product/berlins-hollow-homes/
https://www.amazon.com.au/Berlins-Hollow-Homes-Trevor-Carroll-ebook/dp/B09NDNXVBK
https://www.brokenhillbookcompany.com/product-page/berlin-s-hollow-homes
https://www.australianbooklovers.com/learn-more/berlin's-hollow-homes
JOE'S WEBSITEhttps://withjoewehbe.com/book
I read this book. It killed me. It really did!After some fifteen years between readings, I take a look at JD Salinger's classic, the Catcher In The Rye, and why it just became one of my favourite books.My Books & Website:https://withjoewehbe.com/book/My Substack Regular Newsletter with whimsical short writings:https://thedoorman.substack.com/
Episode two of two discussing the hit series LOST and the underappreciated characters, symbolism and hidden meanings in the show. In this second episode discussing it, we focus on the significance of the show's ending as well as interpretations of this ending, diving into many of the deeper themes. We hope you enjoy it!
Music is the wonderful Michael Giacchino's score and is obviously not my own.
JOE'S WEBSITE https://withjoewehbe.com/book/
TIMECODE00:
00 Continuing From Part One
02:49 The Grave Scene and Ben's Jealousy
05:14 Jacob and the Man in Black
08:03The Island's Deeper Mysteries
14:03 The Final Showdown and Jack's Transformation
33:48 The Parallel Universe Revelation
38:46 The Emotional Conclusion (Season 6)
48:33 Honorable Mentions and Final Thoughts
53:37 Memorable Quotes from the show
FIRST OF TWO EPISODES: LOST was a smash hit TV series which aired for 6 seasons, about a group of plane crash survivors marooned on a mysterious island. What intrigues me about it is how it started as a classic, TV hit drama, but slowly evolved to unpack powerful themes, major questions, and an impactful story that probably doesn’t get the credit it deserves. What’s the symbolism of Jacob? Why is John so different to Ben? What’s Jack’s journey? In these two episodes, brother Mitch and I explore the soul of the show, from the depth of the major characters to the big themes and personal takeaways. Enjoy!Watch the full episode on YouTube or Spotify, or listen to it wherever you get your podcasts.JOE'S WEBSITE (Check out my books!)https://withjoewehbe.com/bookSUMMARY00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction00:44 Discussing the Show 'Lost'01:58 Revisiting the Show's Timeline03:00 Philosophical and Religious Themes17:55 Character Analysis: Benjamin Linus28:06 Character Analysis: John Locke34:00 Character Analysis: Jack Shepard44:02 The Mysterious Jacob48:43 Ben & John Relationship; The Creepy Cabin
Ambitious yet trying to be spiritual, self-aware, grounded and humble, Joe bravely shares his 2025 goals and word for the year. Is it a little late? Or intentionally considered? Will he achieve the greatest he sets out for?
The corresponding Substack article:https://thedoorman.substack.com/p/my-2025-goal-setting-session-better
Joe’s website & Books:https://withjoewehbe.com/book
This is part 3 of 3, of the conversation with a Fireman, a CEO and a Drummer
Check out episodies 298 and 299 for parts 1 & 2.
IT'S ONLY TUESDAY: Website (Buy the book, and more) https://www.itsonlytuesday.com.au/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_itsonlytuesday TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_itsonlytuesday_ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/itsonlytuesday/
JOE'S WEBSITE: https://withjoewehbe.com/
SUMMARY: 00:00 Part 3 of 3 04:31 The Journey of Writing a Book 15:31 Community and Connection 22:57 The Impact of Social Media 32:39 Spirit Animals and Final Thoughts
Part 2 of 3 of workplace, ego and life conversations involving people from our community: a fireman, a CEO and a drummer.
Check out the With Joe Wehbe Podcast episodes 298-300 for all three parts, on YouTube or your podcast player of choice.
IT'S ONLY TUESDAY: Website (Buy the book, and more) https://www.itsonlytuesday.com.au/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_itsonlytuesday TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_itsonlytuesday_ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/itsonlytuesday/
JOE'S WEBSITE: https://withjoewehbe.com/
SUMMARY: 00:00 The Pursuit of Happiness 03:35 Work and Identity 07:27 Finding the Right Role 10:49 Emotional Intelligence in Leadership 16:01 Toxic Work Environments 20:31 Empathy and Narcissism 49:57 Sympathy vs. Empathy 51:04 The Green Mile and Personal Struggles
Check out the new book here, it's available now! https://www.itsonlytuesday.com.au/ In this engaging and often humorous discussion, we delve into various topics surrounding the book 'Holy Sh!t, It's Only... Tuesday?' by Joe Wehbe and Paul Rowse. Explore the complexities of leadership versus management, the insights of philosopher Alan Watts, and how personal philosophies shape professional conduct. The conversation includes reflections on ego, self-acceptance, societal expectations, and the importance of maintaining humility and community spirit. The characters in the book are linked to real-life inspirations, branching into the everyday experiences and challenges in the workplace. IT'S ONLY TUESDAY: Website (Buy the book, and more) https://www.itsonlytuesday.com.au/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_itsonlytuesday TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_itsonlytuesday_ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/itsonlytuesday/ JOE'S WEBSITE: https://withjoewehbe.com/
In this follow-up episode, the gloves are off as authors of recently published 'Holy Sh!t, It's Only... Tuesday?' face-off and turn on each other, in a fight for credit, recognition, validation, and an attempt to discredit the other. THE BOOK IS AVAILABLE NOW:
https://www.itsonlytuesday.com.au/ go here to find the best place to buy! SUMMARY: 0:00 WARNING: THE FOLLOWING MAY SHOCK YOU 1:57 'Were your parents nice people?' 4:44 Grilling Joe 9:24 How often does Joe listen back on his podcast? 14:42 Understanding Emotional Intelligence 15:48 Grilling Paul. 21:34 Sharing the writing load 29:53 Some people are born into wealth 38:24 Paul's four marriages 45:05 Urgent warnings from the book 56:59 Who 'Trevor' in the book is based on 1:09:11 The writers overachieved with the book
Check out the new book here: https://www.itsonlytuesday.com.au/
The Backstory:
'Holy Sh!t, It's Only... Tuesday?' is a book by Paul Rowse and his eminence, the one and only Joe Wehbe.
What started as a serious non-fiction book inspired by Paul's multi-decade business and life journey, turned into a fiction book! A satire on the workplace, a comedic story about two cleaning companies.
Instead of insight and wisdom, the story is full of clueless characters who try (largely in vain) to improve their workplace culture... and their lives.
It's available to purchase online via Amazon.
IT'S ONLY TUESDAY:
Website (Buy the book, invite Paul & Joe for a talk) https://www.itsonlytuesday.com.au/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_itsonlytuesday
LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/itsonlytuesday/JOE'S WEBSITE:
SUMMARY:
SUMMARY:
0:00 Why Paul and Joe teamed up to write the book
2:45 Looking on the bright side during Paul's business journey
7:47 A way of coping with difficult jobs like cleaning toilets
11:04 Paul's decision to write a book and 'trying to look good.'
18:42 Designing the characters 'not based on anyone real'
25:47 Drawing on fear and things that happen at work
32:02 Workplace Culture & can we enjoy work?
39:22 Paul's unique approach to firing people
48:00 How to get a signed copy of the book
53:18 Toxic workplaces and why they're hard to escape
1:02:16 Paul's experiences building a culture in a cleaning business
1:06:28 Why do we need to feel important?
1:13:44 Entitlement in the workplace
1:18:35 Create the culture you want to live in by...
Dom Bullock is Luke Smith's Co-Host of @withthechiefsrunningpodcas1488 - Dom is an engineer, runner and all-round nice guy. He's been a friend of mine since 2007, and he's run the circumference of the globe.
Well, almost.
Enjoy a relaxed, laid back exploration of his journey with Luke, the significance of running in their lives and the impact it's had. This is a great interview, spoiled only by Luke's annoying comments, and a strange boot-shaped drinking glass.
'I don't know how much I'd run if it wasn't for Strava.' ________________________________________________________ WITH THE CHIEFS Luke and Dom's podcast, WITH THE CHIEFS, is available on Youtube, Spotify, Apple or any other podcast player. Here are links:
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ6ZDY1B2Idr8JBrjmVcldAApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/with-the-chiefs/id1603395442
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7b6A2ezbok1sJdSzcpZWTN
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/withthechiefs/ ___________________________________________________________________________
WITH JOE WEHBE
Full episodes of With Joe Wehbe are available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Youtube and wherever you get your podcasts. Extra material available on Youtube! If you like this episode, you might enjoy Joe Wehbe's books, including upcoming 'HOLY SH!T, IT'S ONLY... TUESDAY?' Check them out here: https://withjoewehbe.com/ Joe's Substack Newsletter is the place for updates and short writings: https://thedoorman.substack.com/
I N T H I S E P I S O D E 0:00 Luke does something wrong & opening shenanigans 7:15 Society's unsung heroes are on Instagram 15:32 On Miscommunication 24:00 What is Tokenistic Behaviour? 28:10 The Myth of Anonymous Deeds 32:10 Performing for Yourself 35:00 What you give up is often just hiding 41:50 The Shadow 47:10 The Deeper Conversation behind big issues 48:40 'I found my direction,' then immediately forcing it on others. 53:08 Where Movies are very different to life 59:40 People doing things because you say so. 1:04:25 Can people change on a fundamental level? ___________________________________________________________________________ Full episodes of With Joe Wehbe are available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Youtube and wherever you get your podcasts. Extra material available on Youtube! If you like this episode, you might enjoy Joe Wehbe's books, including upcoming 'HOLY SH!T, IT'S ONLY... TUESDAY?' Check them out here: https://withjoewehbe.com/ Joe's Substack Newsletter is the place for updates and short writings: https://thedoorman.substack.com/
Activists... can't live without them, but sometimes, living with them makes you ask questions, especially when you feel like an outsider to their cause. We took a light-hearted stroll through many different angles to do with speaking up, speaking out and standing up for what's right... as well as the cases when it might be little more than a wonderful distraction from the deep dark misery lurking in the depths of our soul. Who knows. Also, one of us experiences a mysterious backside condition, so don't miss that.... ___________________________________________________________________________ Full episodes of With Joe Wehbe are available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Youtube and wherever you get your podcasts. Extra material available on Youtube! If you like this episode, you might enjoy Joe Wehbe's books, including upcoming 'HOLY SH!T, IT'S ONLY... TUESDAY?' Check them out here: https://withjoewehbe.com/ Joe's Substack Newsletter is the place for updates and short writings: https://thedoorman.substack.com/
The podcast returns! Looking a little different, featuring Oscar Wehbe and Luke Smith for a wide-ranging, meandering discussion through misleading internships, capitalism conundrums, petty addictions, sales and a strange comparison to crystal meth. Full episodes are available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Youtube and wherever you get your podcasts. Extra material available on Youtube! If you like this episode, you might enjoy Joe Wehbe's books, including upcoming 'HOLY SH!T, IT'S ONLY... TUESDAY?' Check them out here: https://withjoewehbe.com/ Joe's Substack Newsletter is the place for updates and short writings: https://thedoorman.substack.com/
A solo reflection on the idea of having more vs. already having everything we need to deal with, and get on with, life. ABOUT Joe Wehbe is an author, podcaster, and 'Doorman.' Check out upcoming book, 'Holy Shit, It's Only Tuesday?' at https://withjoewehbe.com/book/ LINKS Short Stories, Importat Announcements and Book Releases: https://thedoorman.substack.com/ Website: https://withjoewehbe.com/ Constant Student Community: https://www.constantstudent.com.au/
Unpacking the Myth of Sisyphus idea, of a man condemned to push a boulder uphill for eternity.
ABOUT
Joe Wehbe is an author, podcaster, and 'Doorman.' Check out upcoming book, 'Holy Shit, It's Only Tuesday?' at https://withjoewehbe.com/book/
SUMMARY
0:00 What’s this episode about?
1:05 Crapping around, birthdays and AI poems.
5:02 Intro to Albert Camus and his books
7:45 ‘Absurdity and suicide.’
11:05 Exploring the ‘no meaning’ paradox of life.
14:54 Luke’s takeaways from Myth of Sisyphus
21:35 ‘No meaning’ doesn’t need to be dark.
24:25 Unpacking the search for ‘meaning’ at work.
28:50 Exploring the context of Absurdism, contrasting to Dostoyevsky
33:30 Why do people put themselves through unnecessary stress?
39:05 The danger of dwelling on opportunity cost
45:05 Critiquing Spirituality and the trap of reacting to your negative reactions!
49:05 The Big Takeaway… drum roll… LINKS Short Stories, Importat Announcements and Book Releases: https://thedoorman.substack.com/ Website: https://withjoewehbe.com/ Constant Student Community: https://www.constantstudent.com.au/
