TJ Martinell

Author, Writer, Reporter

The New Adventures of the Mountain Pass Podcast – The American Dream Episode

I discuss whether or not the American Dream is dead (kind of), how atomization has contributed to its downfall, and possible ways to create a new version of it for the up-and-coming generation (if they’re willing).

Referenced links:

Old Glory Club: Why We Must Always Remember The Alamo

Investopedia: The American Dream Now Costs $3.4 Million

The New Adventures of the Mountain Pass Podcast – The Millennial Dilemma

I talk about a possible future for many millennials, and why despite how sad it seems it may be inevitable.

The New Adventures of the Mountain Pass Podcast – The Cosplay Episode

I’m back!

I discuss:

How day-to-day cosplaying is a rejection of modern aesthetics.

New Adventures of the Mountain Pass Podcast – The Return Episode

After a long hiatus I return to podcast on:

  • Why I stopped podcasting for months
  • Replacing
  • Archaeological adventures in flip phone land
  • Finding ancient journal entries
  • The Curse of the High IQ by Aaron Clarey and why high IQ people need their own spaces

New Substack Channel

Long overdue update: I’ve started writing on a Substack channel called “Finding Serenity.” You can check out my essays there and also subscribe to get email notifications when the latest post is up.

New Adventures of the Mountain Pass Podcast – The Reliving the Past Episode

I discuss why “reliving the past” is an impossibility, why attempts at it are more like reenactment, and how it affects human relationships.

New Adventures of the Mountain Pass Podcast – The Serenity-Firefly Episode

I discuss the TV show Firefly, how it is like/unlike Cowboy Bebop, and what it means to “find Serenity.” I also mention similarities to Captain Reynolds and the protagonist in my sci-fi noir novel, The Aridian.

New Adventures of the Mountain Pass Podcast – The Trouble and Tangenting Episode

I chat about the death of social media, dare to explore what “manifesting” means, why men always need a project going on, and other tangent topics I hadn’t planned but will amuse you.

New Adventures of the Mountain Pass Podcast – The Indecisive Episode

I indecisively discuss my plans for new Amos Cavendish pulp stories and why discussing certain topics is pointless – unless you’re getting paid.

Speaking of which, you need to be a good listener and buy the Pilgrim’s Digress.

The New Adventures of the Mountain Pass Podcast – The Tribute to Reese Episode

I talk about Reese’s recent death (the dog featured in the podcast artwork), my time hiking with him, and how these kind of relationships are ones you need even if they don’t last forever.

Here’s the essay I wrote years ago about life lessons from Cowboy Bebop, which I reference in the episode.

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