It’s 2016, and most of the people I know are currently watching a sports event that I don’t really care about, so I decided to record a podcast episode.
Things I’m geeking out about:
- Colony
- Agent Carter
- DC’s…
Jan 24 2016
Dec 15 2015
Frequencies Episode 9: Listen To This You Must!
In episode 9 of “Frequencies,” Michael J. Johnson briefly talks about the new season of the podcast “Serial,” followed by a rumination on his Star Wars fandom, the merits of the original trilogy, and the corresponding lack of merit in…
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Dec 10 2015
Frequencies Episode 8: Failbook
In episode 8 of “Frequencies,” Michael J. Johnson explains the details of his brief exile from Facebook. Then, he briefly talks about his frustration with delays in the last two issues of Marvel’s “Secret Wars.” Finally, in what he is…Read more
Nov 29 2015
Frequencies Episode 7: Black Friday
Episode 7 of “Frequencies” was recorded on Black Friday, the day Michael J. Johnson abstained from making any purchases whatsoever! In this episode, he discusses the just-released Documentary “Jaco,” David Bowie’s new single “Blackstar,” and the new Netflix series “Marvel’s…Read more
Oct 31 2015
Frequencies Episode 6: Creature Feature
In episode 6 of “Frequencies,” Michael J. Johnson talks about what he is currently “geeking out” about. He then finishes up by talking about Halloween, and horror films and television.
Sep 22 2015
Frequencies Episode 5: Dreams
In episode 5 of “Frequencies,” Michael J. Johnson talks about the new slate of fall TV shows, and Marc Maron’s interview with Keith Richards on the “WTF” podcast. He also gives a bit of a pep talk about following your…Read more
Aug 25 2015
Frequencies Episode 4: Straight Outta Boston
In episode 4 of “Frequencies,” Michael J. Johnson ruminates on our current golden age of science fiction on television, and talks a bit more about some of the shows he is watching. He then does a spoiler-free review of the…Read more
Aug 19 2015
Frequencies Episode 3: Doldrums
In episode 3 of “Frequencies,” Michael J. Johnson takes a break from grading, figures out why late August is the doldrums, and shares part of a new track he’s working on. Show notes are available at http://michaeljjohnsonmusic.com/blog.
- Intro
- The end…
Aug 9 2015
Frequencies Episode 2: I'm With The Band!
In this episode of "Frequencies," Michael J. Johnson will talk about what it's like to be in a band, why bands break up, and his six "Rules For Being A Good Band-Mate." He will also share some of his many…
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Aug 5 2015
Frequencies Episode 1: "Ants!" Show Notes
This is the first episode of my new podcast. I've been thinking about doing a podcast for several years, and I finally decided to just do it! Following are some of my notes I worked from. First, the blurb:
In…
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Nov 30 2014
Why I Am Concerned About the State of the Music Industry
Some people have asked me why I post so much about artist rights, copyright, the loss of income from recorded music caused by piracy, streaming, etc, and all the issues surrounding it. Here is a breakdown of my motivations:
- Since…
Dec 27 2013
On the Virtues of Versatility
Up until the end of the 20th Century, university music students were generally expected to settle on one instrument, major/emphasis, and musical genre, and work almost exclusively on that. The idea was to choose your career path and stick to…Read more