http://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouseThe inmates are loose and live! Check your sanity at the door and join Walter Beck for a half hour session of poetry and commentary on American society.enBlogTalkRadio.com. All Rights Reserved.Sat, 15 Jun 2019 02:30:00 GMTSun, 23 Jun 2013 03:00:00 GMTWritingBlogTalkRadio Feed v2.0http://www.blogtalkradio.com/img/btrbetalogo.gifhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/feeds@blogtalkradio.comBlogTalkRadio.comwriting,poetry,politics,activism,literature,music,journalism,lgbt,folk,gay rightsWalts MadhousenoThe inmates are loose and live! Check your sanity at the door and join Walter Beck for a half hour session of poetry and commentary on American society.episodichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2013/06/23/episode-27-stage-and-politicsWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2013/06/23/episode-27-stage-and-politics/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2013/06/23/episode-27-stage-and-politicsSun, 23 Jun 2013 03:00:00 GMTEpisode 27: Stage and Politics Host Walter Beck welcomes as his guest up and coming actress Heather Bartram on the show to talk about her recent work in film, stage, and stand-up comedy.   He also breaches the forbidden topic of politics and let's Heather run loose. 00:31:00Walts MadhousenoActing,Writing,Politics,Stage,ScreenHost Walter Beck welcomes as his guest up and coming actress Heather Bartram on the show to talk about her recent work in film, stage, and stand-up comedy.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2013/06/07/episode-26-zygotes-and-prideWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2013/06/07/episode-26-zygotes-and-pride/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2013/06/07/episode-26-zygotes-and-prideFri, 07 Jun 2013 03:30:00 GMTEpisode 26: Zygotes and Pride In tonight's episode of Walt's Madhouse, host Walter Beck welcomes editor Brian Fugett from Zygote in My Coffee on the air to talk about his magazine and why he accepted the work of your host.   Walter will also talk about a freelance gig he's pursuing with a mainstream news rag and this weekend's Pride festivities in Indianapolis. 00:41:00Walts MadhousenoPoetry,Gonzo,Journalism,Pride,RevolutionIn tonight's episode of Walt's Madhouse, host Walter Beck welcomes editor Brian Fugett from Zygote in My Coffee on the air to talk about his magazine and why hhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2013/05/21/episode-25-more-from-the-archivesWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2013/05/21/episode-25-more-from-the-archives/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2013/05/21/episode-25-more-from-the-archivesTue, 21 May 2013 03:00:00 GMTEpisode 25: More from the ArchivesTaking a break from politics and activism before the long hot summer begins, host Walter Beck kicks back in the Den of Sin Studios and flips through more favorites from his stash of the weird and obscure in American music.00:27:00Walts MadhousenoPoetry,Comedy,Obscure,Folk,MusicTaking a break from politics and activism before the long hot summer begins, host Walter Beck kicks back in the Den of Sin Studios and flips through more favorihttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2013/05/15/episode-24-getequal-on-the-airWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2013/05/15/episode-24-getequal-on-the-air/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2013/05/15/episode-24-getequal-on-the-airWed, 15 May 2013 03:00:00 GMTEpisode 24: GetEQUAL on the Air In this episode of Walt's Madhouse, host Walter Beck talks with Texas activist Michael Diviesti from GetEQUAL about the current state of the Movement, our impending Surpreme Court Case, the recent victories in Delaware and Minnesota and what more needs to be done as we march forward to equality.   Michael's song "Equality" also makes it's broadcast debut! 00:32:00Walts MadhousenoWriting,Activism,Current Affairs,LGBT,TexasIn this episode of Walt's Madhouse, host Walter Beck talks with Texas activist Michael Diviesti from GetEQUAL about the current state of the Movement, our impehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2013/05/09/episode-23-more-from-the-stashWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2013/05/09/episode-23-more-from-the-stash/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2013/05/09/episode-23-more-from-the-stashThu, 09 May 2013 03:30:00 GMTEpisode 23: More from the Stash Returning to home base after taking the show on the road, host Walter Beck continues the exploration of his private stash of underground music and more tales from life in the weird lane. 00:30:00Walts MadhousenoWriting,Music,Journalism,Metal,FolkReturning to home base after taking the show on the road, host Walter Beck continues the exploration of his private stash of underground music and more tales fhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2013/05/08/episode-22-on-stage-freakWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2013/05/08/episode-22-on-stage-freak/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2013/05/08/episode-22-on-stage-freakWed, 08 May 2013 03:00:00 GMTEpisode 22: On Stage Freak Taking a break from poetry and politics, host Walter Beck will be talking about his love of music, including his early years in the Indianapolis underground and his first taste of music journalism. This show will also feature some tracks from Walt's Private Stash! 00:20:00Walts MadhousenoMusic,Journalism,Underground,Punk,MetalTaking a break from poetry and politics, host Walter Beck will be talking about his love of music, including his early years in the Indianapolis underground anhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2012/09/22/episode-21-the-madhouse-returnsWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2012/09/22/episode-21-the-madhouse-returns/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2012/09/22/episode-21-the-madhouse-returnsSat, 22 Sep 2012 03:00:00 GMTEpisode 21: The Madhouse Returns After several months of silence, host Walter Beck opens the doors to the Madhouse again. In this special half-hour Return episode, Walter tells his audience where he's been, what he's been up to and who he's pissed off. Featuring poetry, rants and phone calls, tune in tonight for a special episode.   And don't forget to call in! 00:30:00Walts MadhousenoPoetry,Ranting,Politics,Performance Art,MusicAfter several months of silence, host Walter Beck opens the doors to the Madhouse again. In this special half-hour Return episode, Walter tells his audience whhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2012/07/28/episode-20-gay-or-godless-the-struggle-for-equal-rightsWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2012/07/28/episode-20-gay-or-godless-the-struggle-for-equal-rights/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2012/07/28/episode-20-gay-or-godless-the-struggle-for-equal-rightsSat, 28 Jul 2012 03:00:00 GMTEpisode 20: Gay or Godless, the Struggle for Equal Rights In this episode of Walt's Madhouse, host Walter Beck welcomes atheist activist and radio host Andrew Garber on the air to talk about the parallels between the GLBTQ Rights Movement and the Atheist Rights Movement.   And of course, we'll be taking your phone calls. 00:30:00Walts MadhousenoGLBTQ,Activism,Atheism,Equality,PoetryIn this episode of Walt's Madhouse, host Walter Beck welcomes atheist activist and radio host Andrew Garber on the air to talk about the parallels between thehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2012/07/21/episode-19-on-my-honorWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2012/07/21/episode-19-on-my-honor/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2012/07/21/episode-19-on-my-honorSat, 21 Jul 2012 03:00:00 GMTEpisode 19: On My Honor In tonight's episode of Walt's Madhouse, host Walter Beck welcomes fellow Eagle Scout, Jefferson Beck on the air to discuss the Boy Scouts recent decision to keep their anti-GLBTQ policy. What is really going on with the Boy Scouts? What is National hiding? And will the Boy Scouts ever open their doors to the GLBTQ community? 00:30:00Walts MadhousenoBoy Scouts,Scouting,Gay Rights,Activism,PoetryIn tonight's episode of Walt's Madhouse, host Walter Beck welcomes fellow Eagle Scout, Jefferson Beck on the air to discuss the Boy Scouts recent decision to khttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2012/07/14/episode-18-author-donnelle-mcgeeWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2012/07/14/episode-18-author-donnelle-mcgee/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2012/07/14/episode-18-author-donnelle-mcgeeSat, 14 Jul 2012 03:00:00 GMTEpisode 18: Author Donnelle McGee In tonight's episode of Walt's Madhouse, host Walter Beck will be welcoming author Donnelle McGee on the air to discuss his new book "Shine" (Sibling Rivalry Press).   And of course, we'll be taking your phone calls. 00:30:00Walts MadhousenoPoetry,Literature,Author,New Book,Neo-NoirIn tonight's episode of Walt's Madhouse, host Walter Beck will be welcoming author Donnelle McGee on the air to discuss his new book "Shine" (Sibling Rivalry Phttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2012/07/07/episode-17-james-shrew-nease-for-statehouseWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2012/07/07/episode-17-james-shrew-nease-for-statehouse/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2012/07/07/episode-17-james-shrew-nease-for-statehouseSat, 07 Jul 2012 03:00:00 GMTEpisode 17: James "Shrew" Nease for Statehouse In tonight's episode of Walt's Madhouse, host Walter Beck will be welcoming Libertarian candidate James "Shrew" Nease on the air to talk about his campaign for 100th District Representative in the Indiana Statehouse.   And of course we'll be taking your phone calls! 00:31:00Walts MadhousenoLibertarian,Politics,Indiana,Statehouse,PoetryIn tonight's episode of Walt's Madhouse, host Walter Beck will be welcoming Libertarian candidate James "Shrew" Nease on the air to talk about his campaign forhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2012/07/06/episode-16-obamacare-and-small-businessWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2012/07/06/episode-16-obamacare-and-small-business/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2012/07/06/episode-16-obamacare-and-small-businessFri, 06 Jul 2012 03:00:00 GMTEpisode 16: Obamacare and Small-Business In tonight's episode of Walt's Madhouse, host Walter Beck will be talking to entrepreneur Jefferson Beck and about how the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act ("Obamacare") affects small-business owners such as himself and what it means for America.   And of course, we'll be taking your phone calls. 00:30:00Walts MadhousenoHealthcare,Politics,Obama,Small-Business,PoetryIn tonight's episode of Walt's Madhouse, host Walter Beck will be talking to entrepreneur Jefferson Beck and about how the Patient Protection and Affordable Cahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2012/07/01/episode-15-an-evening-with-sedusaWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2012/07/01/episode-15-an-evening-with-sedusa/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2012/07/01/episode-15-an-evening-with-sedusaSun, 01 Jul 2012 03:00:00 GMTEpisode 15: An Evening with Sedusa In tonight's episode of Walt's Madhouse, host Walter Beck will be welcoming the lovely and talented Madison "Sedusa" Martin from Transylvanian Lip Treatment, the Rocky Horror shadow cast of the Irving Theater in Indianapolis. So hold onto your headphones, you'll belong to her this evening. 00:30:00Walts MadhousenoRocky Horror,Midnight Movie,Indianapolis,Cult Film,PoetryIn tonight's episode of Walt's Madhouse, host Walter Beck will be welcoming the lovely and talented Madison "Sedusa" Martin from Transylvanian Lip Treatment, thttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2012/06/24/episode-13-coming-outWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2012/06/24/episode-13-coming-out/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2012/06/24/episode-13-coming-outSun, 24 Jun 2012 03:00:00 GMTEpisode 13: Coming Out In tonight's episode of Walt's Madhouse, host Walter Beck welcomes special guest, Leah Robinson to discuss her new book project "Coming Out". Leah is an activist and author from Colorado and her "Coming Out" project collects stories from around the country, bringing voice to the voiceless. 00:31:00Walts MadhousenoGLBTQ,Activism,Gay Rights,Coming Out,PoetryIn tonight's episode of Walt's Madhouse, host Walter Beck welcomes special guest, Leah Robinson to discuss her new book project "Coming Out". Leah is an activihttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2012/06/23/episode-12-brother-larrys-campaignWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2012/06/23/episode-12-brother-larrys-campaign/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2012/06/23/episode-12-brother-larrys-campaignSat, 23 Jun 2012 03:00:00 GMTEpisode 12: Brother Larry's Campaign In tonight's episode of Walt's Madhouse, host Walter Beck will be talking to Brother Larry Faulkner, a noted Terre Haute evangelist, about his run for Vigo County School Board. He'll explain his platform, his decision to run independent and what he'll bring to the table as a member of the board. 00:31:00Walts MadhousenoPolitics,Independent,Evangelism,Local Politics,PoetryIn tonight's episode of Walt's Madhouse, host Walter Beck will be talking to Brother Larry Faulkner, a noted Terre Haute evangelist, about his run for Vigo Couhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2012/06/20/episode-11-gods-shock-troopsWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2012/06/20/episode-11-gods-shock-troops/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2012/06/20/episode-11-gods-shock-troopsWed, 20 Jun 2012 03:00:00 GMTEpisode 11: God's Shock Troops In tonight's episode of Walt's Madhouse, host Walter Beck takes you into the world of street preachers, a subset of Christian ministry that is home to some of the most outrageous and hardcore people to ever pick up a Bible. Drawn from years of up close experience with the craziest of the crazy, Walter will shed the light on these righteous maniacs, what makes them tick, why they do what they do and if there is any love in the way they preach the Gospel. 00:30:00Walts MadhousenoStreet Preachers,Religion,Cult,Hellfire,ChristianityIn tonight's episode of Walt's Madhouse, host Walter Beck takes you into the world of street preachers, a subset of Christian ministry that is home to some ofhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2012/06/09/episode-10-hoosier-prideWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2012/06/09/episode-10-hoosier-pride/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2012/06/09/episode-10-hoosier-prideSat, 09 Jun 2012 03:00:00 GMTEpisode 10: Hoosier Pride On the eve of the Circle City Pride Festivities, host Walter Beck shares some of his rainbow-flag waiving poetry and more funny stories from the life of a gonzo activist. And of course, he'll be taking your phone calls! 00:30:00Walts MadhousenoPoetry,LGBT,Pride,Gonzo,ActivismOn the eve of the Circle City Pride Festivities, host Walter Beck shares some of his rainbow-flag waiving poetry and more funny stories from the life of a gonzhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2012/06/02/episode-09-walter-beck-unpluggedWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2012/06/02/episode-09-walter-beck-unplugged/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2012/06/02/episode-09-walter-beck-unpluggedSat, 02 Jun 2012 03:00:00 GMTEpisode 09: Walter Beck Unplugged In tonight's episode of Walt's Madhouse, host Walter Beck steps away from the "angry young man" image that got him recognition as the Outlaw Poet of Terre Haute and shows that he indeed has a heart underneath his "iron & nails" persona. Sharing recently published pieces as well as a few new ones from the vaults, Walter is ready to shock the public again by showing the human face behind the mask. 00:30:00Walts MadhousenoPoetry,Revelations,Other Side,Literature,Late-nightIn tonight's episode of Walt's Madhouse, host Walter Beck steps away from the "angry young man" image that got him recognition as the Outlaw Poet of Terre Hauthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2012/05/26/episode-08-happy-hourWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2012/05/26/episode-08-happy-hour/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2012/05/26/episode-08-happy-hourSat, 26 May 2012 03:00:00 GMTEpisode 08: Happy Hour It's happy hour in the studio on this episode of Walt's Madhouse as host Walter Beck pulls up a good drink and shares some of the poetry he's written in fine drinking establishments as well some of the humorous stories involved as well.   He'll also be taking your phone calls, so if you love the nightlife, call in! 00:30:00Walts MadhousenoPoetry,Bars,Drinking,Nightlife,DivesIt's happy hour in the studio on this episode of Walt's Madhouse as host Walter Beck pulls up a good drink and shares some of the poetry he's written in fine dhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2012/05/23/episode-07-the-forbidden-topicWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2012/05/23/episode-07-the-forbidden-topic/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2012/05/23/episode-07-the-forbidden-topicWed, 23 May 2012 03:00:00 GMTEpisode 07: The Forbidden Topic In tonight's episode of "Walt's Madhouse", host Walter Beck steps up to his title of Reverend and turns his razor mouth and sense of humor on the saints and sinners. Tune in tonight as the underground's most irreverent minister takes on the "men of God". Surely to be hotter than Hell! 00:30:00Walts MadhousenoSatire,Fundamentalists,Black Humor,Hellfire Brimstone,ParodyIn tonight's episode of "Walt's Madhouse", host Walter Beck steps up to his title of Reverend and turns his razor mouth and sense of humor on the saints and sihttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2012/05/21/episode-06-notes-from-mountain-dewWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2012/05/21/episode-06-notes-from-mountain-dew/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2012/05/21/episode-06-notes-from-mountain-dewMon, 21 May 2012 03:00:00 GMTEpisode 06: Notes from "Mountain Dew" In tonight's episode of Walt's Madhouse, host Walter Beck discusses his experiences as a Civil War re-enactor, including some really funny moments with spectators and will be sharing some of his poetry from his field notebook as the Company Poet of the 33rd Virginia Infantry Company A. 00:30:00Walts MadhousenoPoetry,Re-enacting,History,Civil War,HumorIn tonight's episode of Walt's Madhouse, host Walter Beck discusses his experiences as a Civil War re-enactor, including some really funny moments with spectathttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2012/05/13/episode-05-notes-from-2070Writinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2012/05/13/episode-05-notes-from-2070/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2012/05/13/episode-05-notes-from-2070Sun, 13 May 2012 03:00:00 GMTEpisode 05: Notes from #2070 Returning to the mic, Host Walter Beck shares some new poetry from his notebook, rants about politics and will be taking your phone calls! 00:31:00Walts MadhousenoPoetry,Politics,Work,Writing,American SocietyReturning to the mic, Host Walter Beck shares some new poetry from his notebook, rants about politics and will be taking your phone calls!http://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2012/05/03/episode-04-southern-hospitalityPoliticshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2012/05/03/episode-04-southern-hospitality/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2012/05/03/episode-04-southern-hospitalityThu, 03 May 2012 03:00:00 GMTEpisode 04: Southern Hospitality? In this episode, host Walter Beck discusses Amendment One in North Carolina. He discusses controversial pastor Sean Harris and State Senator Pete Brunstetter. As the voters go to the polls next week, what will this vote mean not only for the State of North Carolina, but for the move towards marriage equality across the nation? 00:30:00Walts MadhousenoLGBT,Politics,North Carolina,Marriage,ReligionIn this episode, host Walter Beck discusses Amendment One in North Carolina. He discusses controversial pastor Sean Harris and State Senator Pete Brunstetter.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2012/04/30/episode-03-stage-fright-can-be-cured-with-wild-turkeyWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2012/04/30/episode-03-stage-fright-can-be-cured-with-wild-turkey/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2012/04/30/episode-03-stage-fright-can-be-cured-with-wild-turkeyMon, 30 Apr 2012 03:00:00 GMTEpisode 03: Stage Fright Can Be Cured With Wild Turkey In this episode, Walter shares more humorous stories from his poetry gigs, festival stages in Chicago, coffee houses in Terre Haute, late night bars and the first show he did in Vincennes. He'll also be sharing more poetry out of his archives and taking your phone calls. 00:30:00Walts MadhousenoPoetry,Performance,Humor,Literature,GigsIn this episode, Walter shares more humorous stories from his poetry gigs, festival stages in Chicago, coffee houses in Terre Haute, late night bars and the fihttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2012/04/26/episode-01-poetry-alive-and-wellWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2012/04/26/episode-01-poetry-alive-and-well/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/walts-madhouse/2012/04/26/episode-01-poetry-alive-and-wellThu, 26 Apr 2012 03:00:00 GMTEpisode 01: Poetry Alive and Well? In the debut episode of "Walt's Madhouse" host Walter Beck talks about the current state and future of poetry.  He'll be reading some rare and unreleased poems from his archives and taking phone calls from the audience. 00:29:00Walts MadhousenoPoetry,Underground,Literature,Writing,RevolutionIn the debut episode of "Walt's Madhouse" host Walter Beck talks about the current state and future of poetry.  He'll be reading some rare and unreleased poems