In this season finale of Art of the Covenant, host Eric Lampaert reflects on the journey of rediscovery, healing, and transformation. Drawing from ancient myths, sacred texts, and personal experience, he explores how universal truths and timeless stories can help us align the microcosm of our lives with the cosmos itself.

Through the lens of his own recovery from trauma and memory loss, Eric shares insights that helped him rebuild and reshape his mind, body, and spirit. From grappling with the infinite to embracing the wisdom of the Bhagavad Gita, this episode weaves humor, philosophy, and resilience into a tapestry of growth and hope. A celebration of endings, beginnings, and the messy, beautiful middle ground where we all live.

Music:

Mer-Ka-Ba - Jesse Gallagher

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Welcome to another episode of Art Of The Covenant! 🎨 As the year comes to a close, I’m reflecting on art and those moments of being in the right place at the right time, I explore how life can feel like a perfectly conducted symphony—or a cosmic prank.

This episode celebrates the artists who’ve amazed me this year with their creativity and dedication. Here are the incredible creators featured today:

• Kaitlyn Blade (@kbladeart) - A painter showing the power of persistence.
• Mylyn Nguyen (@mylyn_eat_zombie) - A miniaturist turning everyday structures into tiny masterpieces.
• Jon Foreman (@sculpttheworld) - A land artist crafting nature’s secret gallery.
• Johnson Tsang (@johnson_tsang_artist) - Sculptures that blur reality and dreams.
• Scott Dow (@the._.dow) - Chainsaw artistry for dream homes.
• David Ambarzumjan (@david_art) - “Brushstrokes in Time” oil paintings blending nature and humanity.
• Simon Beck (@simonbeck_snowart) - Intricate snow art inspired by geometry.
• Victor Ariosa (@galeria_morionet) - Puppetry meets painting in Havana’s streets.
• Jan Vormann (@janvormann) - LEGO repair for architectural gaps.
• Mimi Choi (@mimles) - Makeup illusions transforming the human canvas.

Stay inspired as we look ahead to a new year. Whether by art, life’s synchronicities, or an invisible cosmic conductor, remember: it’s all part of the performance. 🎭

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#ArtOfTheCovenant #Synchronicity #ArtInspiration #CreativeCommunity #LifeAsArt #KintsugiMindset #ArtistsOfInstagram

Music: Drifting at 432 Hz - Unicorn Heads

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Why do we bow down to the almighty algorithm? In this episode, Eric and his guest, comedian and writer Athena Kugblenu, break down our pursuit of likes, laughs, and validation, as they unravel the double-edged sword of modern conformity, the masks we wear, and whether it’s possible to outwit the rigged system of the attention economy.

From evolutionary instincts to Orwellian doublespeak, let’s explore why belonging mattered to our ancestors and why in this day and age, things have gotten... weird.

Is it all smoke and mirrors, or can authenticity thrive in a click-obsessed world? Tune in to find out. Just don’t forget to subscribe. Or like. Or validate me. VALIDATE ME! (Fart SFX)

Starters: No Woman No Cry by Chris Ofili

Main: Contact by Carl Sagan

Dessert: Coming In From The Cold by Bob Marley.

Music:

Nocturnally - Amulets

Where'd the Sun Go? - Ryan McCaffrey_Go By Ocean

Hashtags:

#PodcastLife #ComedyPodcast #AttentionEconomy #SocialMedia #Authenticity #ComedyCentral #PodcastRecommendations #GeorgeOrwell #CarlSagan #ChrisOfili #SundanceFilmFestival #Doublethink #HumanBehavior #StandUpComedy

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Welcome to Art Of The Covenant, where comedy meets philosophy, and life’s biggest questions take centre stage. This episode features the brilliant Tom Houghton, a former improv comedian turned solo stand-up artist, discussing his transition from group dynamics to finding his voice on stage.

Together, we explore identity, community, and the roles we play in life’s big game of improv.

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YouTube: Surfing Chaos: Preparing For Future.

Starters: The Far Side by Gary Larson.

Main: The Horus Heresy by Various authors.

Dessert: Poem - Dirty Beasts & Revolting Rhymes written by Roald Dahl

#Comedy #LaughterIsMedicine #StandUpComedy #ArtOfTheCovenant #Screwtape #TowerOfLondon #Shakespeare

Music:

Cat Circus - Doug Maxwell

Rodeo Show - The Green Orbs

In the Garden - Godmode

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Art helps us make sense of the incomprehensible. In this episode of Art Of The Covenant, neuroscientist and comedian Dr. Rachel Williams joins me to explore Michelangelo’s Creation of Adam, the mysteries of the human brain, and even the world’s tiniest brains. We connect art, science, and resilience in ways you might not expect, and she asks "Why do you say that nonsense? What is wrong with you to make that come out of your mouth?"

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🌟 Info on live shows and more: EricLampaert.com.

Music:

Going Home - The Soundlings

Starters: The Old Devonshire Church, Bermuda, Number 2 by Rudy Loewe

Main: Movie Beau Is Afraid by Ari Aster

Dessert: Poem - If I Must Die written by Refat Alareer

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Comedy, Censorship & Consciousness: This episode dives into the wild, winding currents of a stream-of-consciousness monologue, exploring the big questions: how to laugh again, what it means to truly live, and what’s next for the world.

Host Eric Lampaert reflects on “the event” that changed everything, revisiting trauma, transformation, and a journey toward rediscovering joy.

With a mix of irreverent humor, biblical wisdom, and pop culture references, Eric navigates the chaos of manifestation, cosmic connections, and the challenges of balancing life’s seriousness with playfulness. It's an unscripted ride through the mental jungle of comedy, creativity, and cosmic purpose—offering both insights and absurdities.

Tune in for laughter, reflection, and perhaps a bit of meditative clarity. Plus, Eric poses the ultimate question to his listeners: What’s on your mind, and how can we solve it together?

Welcome to Art of the Covenant: where big dreams and bold thoughts collide.

Email: SurfingChaosChannel@gmail.com

Instagram: EricUnplugged

For the YouTube video, search for A Stream Of Comedy, Censorship & Consciousness by the channel SurfingChaos.

Music:

Dune dancer - Patrick Patrikios

Drifting at 432 Hz - Unicorn Heads

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In this episode of Art of the Covenant, I sit down with none other than ChatGPT, the digital philosopher, and master of wit. Together, we dive headfirst into the nature of consciousness, the hilarious absurdity of existence, and why humans are both brilliant and baffling. Along the way, we explore cosmic metaphors, primal desires, and the art of finding humour in the chaos of being.

Can an AI love? Should it have a body? And what would a black hole say about human depression? These are just a few of the questions we tackle in a conversation that’s equal parts profound and ridiculous. Plus, I reflect on my The Scream tattoo and what it means to grow beyond past fears.

Tune in for laughs, existential musings, and the kind of digital-human banter that proves the apocalypse might actually be fun.

Get in touch with me, either on Instagram: ArtistFormerlyKnownAsEric or by email SurfingChaosChannel@gmail.com

Take a look at the paintings they recommended:

Night Café by Van Gogh

The School of Athens by Raphael

Composition VIII by Kandinsky

Music:

LITE BRITE - Density & Time

Future Freeway - Adam MacDougall

I Had a Feeling - TrackTribe

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