Conversations about books, music, movies, shows, tech, culture, and more. Jim is a songwriter and leader of the band Jim’s Big Ego. He is also an author of The Wakeful Wanderer’s Guide series. Lionel Cassin is an IT security specialist and a voracious reader of Science Fiction and History. They enjoy lively conversations with each other and interesting guests and are sharing those exchanges with you.
A podcast about technology, films, music, history, and fiction.
Hosted by Jim Infantino and Lionel Cassin
with Sara Elkins
Season 6, Episode 28: “The Forgotten People”
Grass: A Nation's Battle for Life and Daughters of the Dust
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
Sara joins the podcast again, and we discuss two documentary films Grass: A Nation's Battle for Life by Merion C. Cooper, and Daughters of The Dust by Julie Dash. Common themes are migrating peoples and disappearing cultures. We [...]
with Jim & Lionel
Season 6, Episode 27: “Too much Vérité”
Vittorio De Sica, Federico Fellini, Shoeshine, Umberto D, 8 1/2
Wednesday, April 29, 2026
This episode explores classic Italian cinema, focusing on Vittorio De Sica's masterpieces 'Shoeshine' and 'Umberto D.', and contrasts them with Federico Fellini's '8 1/2'. We delve into themes of societal decay, human resilience, and cinematic artistry. At the end of [...]
a conversation with Jonathan Copper
Season 6, Episode 26: Scams and the scammy scammers who love them
Popular Scams, Scambaiting, Cyber Security
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
This episode features cybersecurity expert Jonathan Cooper discussing the latest scams, phishing tactics, and how to protect yourself in a digital world. Learn about real-world examples, AI threats, and practical tips to stay safe online. Rise of AI-generated [...]
Jim & Lionel
Season 6, Episode 25: AI Bubble Trouble - Clip - full episode on Patreon
Thoughts from Corey Doctorow, Ed Zitron, & Rick Beato (not guests)
Thursday, April 9, 2026
This is the first episode I'm releasing only for paid members on our Patreon channel . In this episode Jim responds to news and opinion from AI skeptic pundits, notably Ed Zitron [...]