#dkLa! Pirate Radio –📅 Celebrating Layeh’s 6th Artversary

To mark six years of spiraling into art, we bring you an episode that embodies the journey itself: balance, motion, and coming home to the body.

In this soulful conversation, Corinn shares her path from shy, clumsy beginnings to becoming a contemporary dancer and movement educator. Her journey took a detour into the world of computer science—a necessary pivot for survival—but eventually led her back to movement in a new and deeper way.

We talk about:
🌀 Honoring your body as a place of wisdom
💻 The tension between survival jobs and creative calling
🎧 How Corinn’s story weaves code, choreography, and compassion
🩰 Building a business that brings movement and presence into people’s lives

This episode is a moving celebration of resilience, self-discovery, and what it means to keep dancing, even when life changes the rhythm.

Rural fantasy, writing life, and the strange tale of 1982’s hidden encounter.

Welcome aboard #dkLa! Pirate Radio for the first part of a truly mind-bending conversation with Bob McGough—author of the beloved Jubal County Saga, podcaster behind the Tales by Bob Podcast Network, and a game designer who brings worlds to life.

But this isn’t just a chat about writing craft. Today, Bob shares the beginning of a story he’s kept close to his chest for decades: a secret alien abduction in 1982—a bizarre event that would shape his creative journey, outlook on reality, and the stories he tells.

Along the way, we dive into:
🔹 The rise of ‘Rural’ Urban Fantasy in Southern fiction
🔹 What it takes to build and sustain an indie writing career
🔹 How childhood mysteries shape lifelong creativity
🔹 Why Bob’s work resonates with dreamers, skeptics, and storytellers alike

And yes—one of Bob’s books will soon be featured at Layeh’s Bookshelf Book Club!

This episode will make you question what’s real, what’s imagined, and where the two collide.

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What does a truly rich life look like when there’s no money in your pocket—but your soul is full?

In this mindful and melodic episode of #dkLa! Pirate Radio, we meet Atmos—an ambient music producer, progressive rock songwriter, ink artist, free verse poet, and fantasy fiction author whose creativity flows without being chained to capitalism.

In a culture obsessed with hustle and monetization, Atmos invites us into a slower, deeper rhythm—one that honors mindfulness, simplicity, animal welfare, and the quiet power of art for art’s sake.

We explore:

🎶 Creating beauty without chasing profit
🧘‍♂️ Life lessons from Buddhist monasteries
🖋️ Why ambient sounds and free verse matter more than likes
🐾 The spiritual link between animal care and human healing
📚 What fantasy fiction and real-world burnout have in common

Whether you’re burnt out from grind culture or just need a reminder that joy doesn’t have to come with a price tag—this one’s for you. Because some of the best days are No-Money Days.

🎨🍿 ✨ Every champion has a first time... and this was his.

Welcome to Popcorn Day! – Part 1, the historic debut of Brett “The First” Kelley on Layeh – Arte Simple Atelier Estúdio.

Brett isn’t just a guest — he’s a living legend of the #dkLa! universe. With 4 appearances (and counting), he holds the undisputed record for the longest recording session ever — 4 hours of pure chaos, laughter, and brilliance.

This episode is where it all began. From tales of rock 'n' roll, Halloween magic, stunt performing, to deep dives into Dungeons & Dragons... Brett brings it all. Plus, a huge milestone: his very first art exhibition at a gallery.

Oh — and did I mention? His best friend, Alex Squiers, was one of our beloved guests back in Season 8. Yes, the #dkLa! connections run deep.

🍿 Pull up a chair, grab some popcorn, and dive into the world of an artist, storyteller, and absolute riot behind the mic.

🎨 Support Brett’s art. Show him some love. Follow him on socials. Because artists like this deserve the spotlight.

Peacemakers, Peace-breakers & One Snip to Happiness

with Tank Gunner👨‍🦳

In this beautiful, soul-deep double feature, I sit down with Tank Gunner — decorated veteran, author, and one of the most cherished voices in the #dkLa! Família.

This conversation is more than stories. It’s a living bridge between generations — a reminder that dignity, resilience, and kindness are never out of fashion.

Music by NicholasPanek from Pixabay

Musicby OctoSound from Pixabay

The 2008 Dumb Man – Revisiting My Rice Mishap, Cake Delight with Sean B.W. Parker

How do men weaponize “progressiveness” while still perpetuating old power games? How do entire generations fabricate cozy, self-serving histories — all while patting themselves on the back for being “better now”?

This is what we tackle today, revisiting the messy, ridiculous, and sometimes delicious journey of cultural myths, male egos, and, yes, cake.

🎯 Highlights include:

• The anatomy of “The 2008 Dumb Man” — and why he still lingers today

• My infamous rice mishap and Sean’s infinitely better cake delight (a metaphor… or is it?)

• Gender dynamics, false allyship, and performative wokeness

• Sean’s signature take on justice reform, art, and the chaos of cultural shifts

Whether you’re Libertarian, contrarian, or just plain curious, this episode is both a time capsule and a rebellion against it.

Song: "I'm Not Sure What's Happening Tomorrow" - Sean B.W. Parker - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AL4WYj3f1Do

And his books

https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0F2XS5WQH/?tag=offa01-20

And here's SOCIETY,published this Friday: https://www.amazon.fr/dp/B0F2XS5WQH

🎸 #dkLa! Pirate Radio – Spring Finale

To close out our seasonal collection, we’re joined by Greg Judd, lead vocalist of the UK’s own The IDK’s — a 4-piece indie rock band turning real life into rhythm.

In this episode, we get into:

⚡ How the chaos of football, friendship, and frustration turns into music

🎤 Why The IDK’s are more than just songs — they're a way of living

🍺 Pub tales, rock ideals, and why there’s no such thing as a “bad hair day” when you’re doing what you love

📰 Greg also drops into the Real Anarchy zine’s 5th issue — and we talk rebellion, release, and the road to UK stardom

The IDK’s are on the rise — Spotify spins are climbing, gigs are growing, and the spirit of Rock’n’Roll is far from dead.

This episode is loud, real, and the perfect chaotic note to close out Spring.