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The TLB Podcast – Deep Dives into Art & Creativity, Conspiracies, and Culture

The TLB Podcast, hosted by James Oliva, invites listeners on unconventional explorations through obscure history, emergent technology, conspiracy narratives, art & creativity, esoteric traditions, and plenty of ethically charged existential dilemmas. From the inner workings of secretive agencies and speculative science to alternative healing and societal myths, each weekly episode blends thoughtful curiosity with diverse perspectives and a golf ball sized understanding of reality.

Subscribe to unravel hidden threads, question narratives, and blend critical inquiry with imaginative discovery.

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  • Rosicrucian History and Spiritual Inquiry | Ronnie Pontiac | Episode 154
    Feb 23 2026

    On Episode 154 of The TLB Podcast, James welcomes back author and researcher Ronnie Pontiac to discuss his two new books, The Rosicrucian Counterculture and The Unobstructed Way.

    Through The Rosicrucian Counterculture, they explore the origins of the Rosicrucian movement, its early manifestos, common misinterpretations, the evolution of Rosicrucian thought from the Scientific Revolution through modern countercultural movements, its influence on European intellectual history, mysticism, alchemy, liberty, and individuality — and how these ideas continue to echo today.

    Through The Unobstructed Way, James and Ronnie examine the remarkable love story of Stuart and Betty White, their exploration of mediumship, and the spiritual philosophy of the “unobstructed universe.” Ronnie shares his personal journey of loss following the passing of his wife and co-author Tamra Lucid, and reflects on how Tamra is continuing their work, and the work of the White’s, through spiritual communication.

    This episode moves from esoteric history to intimate spiritual reflection, exploring grief, transformation, love, and the possibility that consciousness extends beyond physical limitation.

    Support the Show
    Early access on Patreon → https://tinyurl.com/mva2z9se
    Audio-only on Spotify → https://tinyurl.com/ytfnwx6s

    Connect with Ronnie Pontiac
    Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/theronniepontiac
    TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@ronniepontiac
    YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@theronniepontiac
    Medium → https://ronniepontiac.medium.com/
    Substack → https://ronniepontiac.substack.com/

    Referenced Books
    “The Rosicrucian Counterculture” → https://a.co/d/0c9M3fJM
    “The Unobstructed Way” → https://a.co/d/04hmdBoK

    Chapters
    00:00 - Intro
    06:32 - Rosicrucians and the Scientific Revolution
    12:04 - Rudolf II and Prague
    17:18 - Rise of Rosicrucianism in Europe
    24:11 - The Confusion Surrounding Rosicrucian Ideals
    30:50 - Rosicrucianism in Modern Culture
    43:06 - Frederick V
    49:42 - John Winthrop the Younger: A Rosicrucian in America
    55:43 - Winthrop’s Legacy
    01:01:17 - Liberty and Individuality
    01:22:15 - The Extraordinary Love Story of Stuart and Betty White
    01:30:46 - Exploring the Unobstructed Universe
    01:47:50 - Transformation and Spiritual Connection
    02:02:24 - Messages from Beyond
    02:12:56 - Love and Loss
    02:20:31 - Grief and the Unobstructed Self
    02:30:21 - Connection and Transformation

    #Rosicrucianism #Mysticism #Alchemy #Counterculture #Spirituality #Metaphysics #ScientificRevolution #Mediumship #Consciousness #LoveAndLoss #Freedom #Individuality #SpiritualCommunication #EsotericHistory #TheTLBPod

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    2 Std. und 35 Min.
  • Cartography, Language, and the Voynich Manuscript: Eels, Slime, and Maritime Trade | Doireann Herold | Episode 153
    Feb 13 2026

    On Episode 153 of The TLB Podcast, James welcomes back researcher Doireann Herold for Part Two of their deep dive into the mysteries of the Voynich manuscript, and the challenges of translating one of history’s most enigmatic texts.

    They discuss the cartographic foldouts and potential connections to historical geography, maritime trade routes, phonetic structures, Celtic alphabet and symbolism, and the flora and fauna referenced throughout the pages — while also addressing the cultural exchange networks that may have shaped the manuscript’s creation.

    They also get into the cult-like dynamics within niche research communities, the importance of open collaboration, and how expanding public engagement may unlock new interpretive pathways - furthering the search for meaning within one of the world’s most puzzling historical artifacts.

    Support the Show
    Early access on Patreon → https://tinyurl.com/mva2z9se
    Audio-only on Spotify → https://tinyurl.com/ytfnwx6s

    Connect with Doireann Herold
    TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@blesst_butt
    Substack → https://blesstbutt.substack.com/
    YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@blesst_butt

    Chapters
    00:00 - Intro
    03:10 - Linguistic Breakthroughs and Challenges
    05:53 - Collaboration and Community Engagement
    08:58 - New Insights
    11:55 - Flora and Fauna: Translating Botanical References
    14:28 - Eels and Hagfish Slime
    16:58 - Cartography and Rope Making
    22:23 - The “Latin” Inscriptions & Cliffs of Moher Theory
    25:24 - The Final Page Translation: Rope, Kern & Instructional Text
    28:30 - Hagfish Slime: Medieval Fiber Technology?
    33:54 - Medieval Rope-Making & Rotary Mechanisms
    36:52 - The Fold-Out “Cartography Map” Explained
    54:04 - Maritime Trade Route: Athens to Ireland
    01:05:05 - Lugano, Celtic Alphabets & The Geographic Center
    01:17:46 - Maritime Trade, Scola & Knowledge Exchange
    01:24:02 - Phonetics and Celtic Symbolism
    01:27:13 - Celtic Crosses and Their Meanings
    01:32:52 - The Manuscript's Purpose and Historical Context
    01:38:04 - Cultural Exchange and Historical Communes
    01:49:44 - The Future of Research and Knowledge Sharing

    #VoynichManuscript #Linguistics #Translation #IrishLanguage #HistoricalResearch #Cartography #AncientTexts #CelticSymbolism #MedievalHistory #MaritimeTrade #LinguisticAnalysis #HistoricalMysteries #ResearchCommunity #TheTLBPod

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    2 Std. und 4 Min.
  • Is Privacy Now Illegal? Inside the Tornado Cash Verdict | Preston Van Loon | Episode 152
    Feb 9 2026

    On Episode 152 of The TLB Podcast, James is joined by Preston Van Loon to explore how the precedent set by The Tornado Cash verdict isn’t just about crypto — it’s about whether privacy itself is still legal..

    They break down the fundamental principles of blockchain technology, the importance of decentralization, and the growing tension between open-source development and government regulation. Preston shares his firsthand experience suing the United States Department of the Treasury, testifying in the Tornado Cash trial, and how the verdict could reshape developer liability, privacy rights, and financial freedom online.

    The conversation also explores financial privacy, the role of zero-knowledge technology, and why privacy-preserving tools are essential to free expression and autonomy in the digital age.

    Support the Show
    Early access on Patreon → https://tinyurl.com/mva2z9se
    Audio-only on Spotify → https://tinyurl.com/ytfnwx6s

    Connect with Preston Van Loon
    X → http://www.x.com/prestonvanloon.eth

    Chapters
    00:00 - Intro
    02:51 - Understanding Blockchain Basics
    06:01 - Preston's Journey into Crypto
    08:59 - Financial Privacy
    11:58 - Tornado Cash
    15:09 - Government Response to Tornado Cash
    20:54 - Winning the Lawsuit Against the Treasury
    44:03 - Navigating Open Source Liability
    45:27 - The Tornado Cash Trial
    47:16 - Testifying in Court
    51:12 - Jury's Verdict and Its Implications
    01:02:08 - Impact of Developer Convictions
    01:05:46 - Erosion of Privacy and Freedom
    01:24:53 - Future of Privacy

    #Blockchain #Cryptocurrency #TornadoCash #DigitalPrivacy #Ethereum #CryptoTrial #FinancialFreedom #GovernmentRegulation #OpenSource #ZeroKnowledge #FreeSpeech #Surveillance #PrestonVanLoon #TheTLBPod

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    1 Std. und 30 Min.
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