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53 - Bruce Lisker

FromTangentially Speaking with Christopher Ryan

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97 minutes

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Feb 11, 2014

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As a 17 year-old, Bruce was sent to prison, convicted of murdering his mother. But he was innocent; something the state of California finally acknowledged over 26 years later. What more can I say?

Released:

Feb 11, 2014

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Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

Tangentially Speaking is dedicated to the idea that good conversation is spontaneous, organic, revelatory, and free to go down unexpected paths with unexpected people. Come hang with comics, porn stars, bank robbers, drug smugglers, scientists, authors, and world travelers.

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6 - Andrew Weil: One of America's best-known & best-loved physicians, Andrew Weil, joins Chris to chat about alternative medicine, the healing potential of altered states, and his pivotal role in changing modern medical history. by Tangentially Speaking with Christopher Ryan
63 min listen
16 - Richard Schweid: To say that Richard Schweid has varied interests would be understatement. He's published books on eels, chili peppers, Cuban cars, life after death, and cockroaches. by Tangentially Speaking with Christopher Ryan
72 min listen
27 - Charlie & Liam: Chris is joined by 9 year-old Charlie and 11 year-old Liam in this special episode. Both these guys are wise way beyond their years, and offer wonderful insights into what it's like to try to prepare for a trip that's already under way. In some ways, a ve by Tangentially Speaking with Christopher Ryan
90 min listen
21 - Special Sex at Dawn Episode (B): Response to Criticism: In this special episode, Chris and Ivan Tucakov discuss some of the downsides of writing a popular book: aggressive interviewers, personal questions, and responding to critical reviews. by Tangentially Speaking with Christopher Ryan
53 min listen
22 - Steven Oh and Malcolm Fleschner (Two Young Turks): Chris is joined by Steven Oh and Malcolm Fleschner, big shots at The Young Turks network, to talk about making TV shows, sex, the challenges of immigration, sex, and how a lottery ticket can change everything. by Tangentially Speaking with Christopher Ryan
111 min listen
12 - Tony Perrottet: Tony Perrottet, longtime friend of Chris and author of Napoleon's Privates discuss the sexual habits on the ancient world. by Tangentially Speaking with Christopher Ryan
72 min listen
8 - Carsie Blanton: The songwriter behind Tangentially Speaking's theme song, Carsie Blanton, joins Chris and the two talk about sexuality, her music and the episode ends nicely with a performance. Support Carsie and Dr. Chris Ryan simultaneously by purchasing her music thro by Tangentially Speaking with Christopher Ryan
63 min listen
1 - Neil Strauss: Author of The Game, Neil Strauss joins Dr. Chris Ryan on the premiere episode of his podcast. They talk books and critique each others work. Subscribe on iTunes! by Tangentially Speaking with Christopher Ryan
74 min listen
4 - Duncan Trussell: The man who got Chris into podcasting, comedian Duncan Trussell, joins Tangentially Speaking! Stand up comedy is compared to geology. Hecklers are dissected. The conversation is a fractal and wild, Chris and Duncan attempt to bring order it. by Tangentially Speaking with Christopher Ryan
83 min listen
$4 - Duncan Trussell: The man who got Chris into podcasting, comedian Duncan Trussell, joins Tangentially Speaking! Stand up comedy is compared to geology. Hecklers are dissected. The conversation is a fractal and wild, Chris and Duncan attempt to bring order it.$
13 - Kate Bolick: 13 - Kate Bolick by Tangentially Speaking with Christopher Ryan
78 min listen
7 - Eric Berkowitz: Chris talks with Eric Berkowitz, author of Sex and Punishment: Four Thousand Years of Judging Desire. by Tangentially Speaking with Christopher Ryan
68 min listen
29 - Baron Vaughn: Baron Vaughn is a comedian and actor based in Los Angeles. He and Chris talk about comedy, acting, and growing up on the rough side of Vegas. by Tangentially Speaking with Christopher Ryan
130 min listen
2 - Mistress Kaila Yi: Dominatrix Kaila Yi presents a gripping interview on her sexuality and work then reveals some intimate if not painful details of her life. by Tangentially Speaking with Christopher Ryan
67 min listen
9 - Tracy Clark Flory: Smart and seductive sex writer joins Chris to compare notes on writing about eroticism. by Tangentially Speaking with Christopher Ryan
79 min listen
10 - Pete McCormack: Chris talks about Bruce Lee, Muhammad Ali, and Islamic lingerie with documentary film-maker, Pete McCormack. by Tangentially Speaking with Christopher Ryan
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5 - Stanley Krippner: Chris drops in on his pal, Dr. Stanley Krippner, one of the world's leading experts on telepathy, shamanism, and consciousness. Their conversation ranges from Brazilian ayahuasca ceremonies to the Grateful Dead's penises-and everything in between. by Tangentially Speaking with Christopher Ryan
78 min listen
24 - Stanley Krippner: Road Trip! Chris is joined by his amazing friend, 80 year-old parapsychologist, Dr. Stanley Krippner. They're heading south on Route 5, from Bakersfield to LA. Hop in. by Tangentially Speaking with Christopher Ryan
184 min listen
31 - Ari Shaffir: Comedian, Ari Shaffir and I talk about everything from Elvis, to fat Jesus, to our private fears to advice on peeing in public in this podcast that flows deep and wide as the mighty Mississippi. by Tangentially Speaking with Christopher Ryan
142 min listen
44 - Hugo Chichava: Rapper, entrepreneur, and my son in law, Hugo is part of the new, vibrant Africa that is bursting with energy, creativity, and optimism. by Tangentially Speaking with Christopher Ryan
80 min listen
20 - Special Sex at Dawn Episode: A special edition in which Chris is interviewed by his friend, Ivan Tucakov about writing Sex at Dawn, dealing with criticism, and how writing a best-seller changes one's life. by Tangentially Speaking with Christopher Ryan
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11 - Reid Mihalko: Dr. Chris Ryan is joined by sex geek Reid Mihalko of ReidAboutSex.com. They go into detail on the boundaries of relationships, applying karate philosophy to sex, morality and we learn about Reid's bisexuality. by Tangentially Speaking with Christopher Ryan
96 min listen
17 - Peter Sagal: Peter Sagal is the coolest dude on NPR. He joins Chris to talk about fitness, the Constitution, and radio fame. by Tangentially Speaking with Christopher Ryan
96 min listen
3 - Tao Ruspoli: This week, Christopher joins Tao Ruspoli a flamenco guitarist, Italian prince, and accomplished film-maker in Ruspoli's camper van to talk about drugs, what it's like to work with Oliver Stone, and Roman Polanski's match-making skills. by Tangentially Speaking with Christopher Ryan
55 min listen
30 - Duncan Trussell & Daniele Bolelli: Duncan is the madman who first got me into podcasting, as well as various other kinds of trouble, so it's fitting that he and our mutual pal, Daniele help me celebrate this 30th episode of Tangentially Speaking. There must be some numerical convergence th by Tangentially Speaking with Christopher Ryan
105 min listen
51 - Jason Goldman: Dr. Jason G. Goldman is a cognitive scientist and science writer based in Los Angeles. He received his Ph.D. at the University of Southern California, where he conducted research at the intersection of developmental psychology and animal cognition. by Tangentially Speaking with Christopher Ryan
83 min listen
39 - Gabor Mate: Dr. Gabor Mate is a Canadian physician and author who specializes in the treatment of addiction and mind-body interaction. He's published four bestselling books (in twenty languages) exploring attention deficit disorder, stress, developmental psychology, by Tangentially Speaking with Christopher Ryan
100 min listen
33 - Moshe Kasher/Reggie Watts: Man, this one ranges far and wide. We talk comedy (these dudes are hilarious), good ways to use bad words, porn in the Vatican, and what it's like to be raised by deaf parents. by Tangentially Speaking with Christopher Ryan
119 min listen
19 - Charles Grob: Chris is joined by Dr. Charles Grob, who researches the clinical use of psychedelic substances in patients facing terminal cancer, PTSD, and other ailments. by Tangentially Speaking with Christopher Ryan
69 min listen
41 - Dan Savage: If you don't know who Dan Savage is, you haven't been paying attention. Sex advice columnist, humorist, political activist ... Dan has spent the past 22 years using his wit, smarts, and compassion to drag American culture toward equality and decency—and by Tangentially Speaking with Christopher Ryan
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40 - Jamy Ian Swiss: Scientist, skeptic, intellectual, magician extraordinaire ... Jamy Ian Swiss is a fascinating man. For a guy who specializes in creating illusions, Jamy has a strikingly deep love and respect for authenticity. by Tangentially Speaking with Christopher Ryan
89 min listen

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53 - Bruce Lisker

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