Episodes

  • Luk-E Charm, June 27, 2026
    Jun 28 2026
    Luk-E Charm with Host Charm The Signal Behind the Voice: Love, AI, Free Speech, and the BBS Radio TV Mission Guests: The Founders of BBS Radio TV (BBS Network, Inc.), the Newsom Twins, Donald & Douglas Newsom Charm Opens the Door to the BBS Vision In this episode of Luk-E Charm, host Charm opens with warmth, music, and gratitude before welcoming Donald Newsom of BBS Radio TV. She describes him as passionate, generous with his time, and deeply committed to the network’s mission. Donald joins the show to explain major projects underway at BBS Radio TV, including a new website, upgraded systems, AI-driven tools, improved hosting infrastructure, and a broader vision for helping alternative voices reach much larger audiences. Donald Newsom on Technology, Survival, and Staying Ahead Donald explains that BBS Radio TV exists at the intersection of media and technology, both of which are changing rapidly. He says that without major upgrades, smaller independent networks can easily fall behind as larger companies absorb, imitate, or overpower them. He describes the long-term strain caused by the 2018 fire that destroyed BBS Radio’s three-story facility, personal belongings, and approximately 50 terabytes of data. Although supporters helped BBS return quickly after that crisis, Donald says the network has never fully caught up technologically, making the current upgrade effort urgent. Fundraising for a Stronger Platform Donald discusses the current support campaign and explains why he and his twin brother Douglas Newsom are asking listeners, hosts, fans, and supporters to contribute. He says BBS Radio TV needs funding to pay coders, developers, credit lines, hardware costs, server management, cloud expenses, bandwidth, AI systems, and other infrastructure needed for the new platform. He emphasizes that BBS is not seeking enrichment, but trying to build a stronger home for voices that often struggle to be heard through mainstream media. Charm connects this directly to her own hope of reaching billions of people with her message, and Donald says the upgrades are intended to help make that kind of reach possible. Douglas Newsom on Soul Wealth and Infinite Connection Douglas Newsom then joins the conversation, thanking Charm and her audience for welcoming BBS into their hearts. He praises the “soul wealth” Charm brings to the table and explains that he and Donald see all life as infinitely connected. Douglas describes human beings as part of a larger web of energy, where each person affects the whole. He uses the image of a spiderweb and another image of people emerging like strings from a sheet of paper, appearing separate while still connected to the larger field. His message centers on responsibility, awareness, service, and the idea that empowering the world also empowers a greater part of oneself. BBS Radio TV as a Home for Hosts Donald plays newly created BBS Radio TV promotional songs that present the network as more than a podcasting platform: a full broadcast team offering live support, audio, video, on-demand distribution, podcasting, branding, promos, and human care. He explains that BBS is designed for people who may want to host a show but do not know how to begin, and he stresses that hosts do not need to be famous, polished, or traditionally professional to have something meaningful to say. Later, he describes BBS’s low-cost entry options, live broadcasting, podcasting, unlimited podcast uploads for broadcasters, transcripts, AI tools, bumpers, liners, and syndication opportunities. AI, Knowledge, and the Ethics of Use Charm and Donald also discuss AI, creativity, and whether new technology should be feared or used responsibly. Donald says AI is a powerful companion for media because it can help accomplish tasks faster and better than many older methods, but he acknowledges that it can be a double-edged sword depending on intention. He argues that good-hearted people can use AI for good purposes, while harmful intentions can turn any technology destructive. The conversation expands into ideas about energy, sentience, karma, gratitude, and the belief that what people put into the field eventually returns to them. Loving Yourself, Choosing Joy, and Closing With the Greatest Love The second half of the discussion becomes more spiritual and personal. Charm says that for her, ascension includes truly understanding that we are spirits having a human experience and learning to love ourselves. Donald connects this to inner joy, self-actualization, kindness, gratitude, and the importance of transmuting difficult moments into learning. The episode closes with Charm reflecting on self-love as the foundation for kindness and gratitude, then reading words from Whitney Houston’s “Greatest Love of All” as a dedication to listeners. Her final message is one of dignity, self-love, blessing, and hope for an amazing weekend.
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    1 hr and 12 mins
  • Luk-E Charm, June 13, 2026
    Jun 14 2026
    Luk-E Charm with Host Charm Leap, Surrender, and Letting Life Meet You at the Right Time A Gentle Welcome Into Worthiness In this episode of Luk-E Charm, host Charm opens with warmth, encouragement, and an affirmation for anyone listening live or later. She reminds the audience that they are amazing, wonderful, beautiful, talented, prosperous, and supported by the universe. The tone is intimate and reassuring, inviting listeners to breathe, relax, and receive the message that life is always showing them the way, even when the day feels long or uncertain. A Breakdown That Became the Message Charm explains that she almost did not make it to the show because something broke down with her car right before airtime. In perfect synchronicity with the topic she had already planned, a stranger appeared who happened to have the exact fuse, tool, and parts needed to help her get back on the road in time. Charm uses this experience as a living example of the episode’s central message: when people surrender, stop panicking, and trust life, help can appear at exactly the right moment. The Waterfall Needs the Rocks Drawing from her love of waterfalls, travel, water, and nature, Charm reflects on how waterfalls would not sound or feel as powerful without rocks in the way. She compares those rocks to the obstacles and resistance people face in life. A quiet stream has its own beauty, but the waterfall gains force, sound, and presence because of what it moves through. For Charm, resistance does not always mean something is wrong; sometimes it is what creates strength, depth, movement, and beauty. The Heart Knows Before the Mind Stops Arguing Charm speaks about the ongoing battle between heart and brain. She says that when she makes decisions from her heart, things tend to flow more smoothly, but when she becomes trapped in thought, worry, and over-analysis, life becomes heavier. She jokes about her brain, then returns to a serious point: many intelligent, beautiful people know the answers they need but still feel stuck because their thoughts, fears, doubts, and mental loops keep them from acting on what their heart already knows. You Are Not Creating — You Are Aligning A major teaching in the episode is Charm’s distinction between “creating” and aligning. She says people are not creating something from nothing; rather, the desired reality already exists as a possibility, and the work is to align one’s state of being with it. Wanting something while repeatedly saying “I don’t have it” keeps a person aligned with lack. The key, in Charm’s view, is to move into the feeling and frequency of what is desired, rather than constantly reinforcing its absence. Let Go, Let God, and Stop Blocking the Answer Charm connects surrender with the phrase “let go and let God,” while also saying that the divine is within each person. She says stress, worry, control, and lack can block the answer from arriving. When a person relaxes, trusts, and stops trying to force everything, reality begins to move in response to their state of being. She acknowledges that she still worries too, but says her own experiences have repeatedly shown her that surrender opens doors that fear and control cannot. You Cannot Go Somewhere New Without Leaving Where You Were Charm repeats one of the episode’s strongest statements: you cannot go somewhere new unless you leave where you were. She applies this to jobs, relationships, marriages, homes, cities, countries, and old identities. Many people do not take the leap because they fear grief, failure, judgment, criticism, or uncertainty. Charm says there is no way around the grief of change, but there is a way through it. Moving forward does not mean the old chapter was bad; it simply means a new chapter is ready to begin. The Same Imagination That Created Suffering Can Create Miracles Charm shares a quote about suffering the past or future only through memory and imagination, because neither exists in the present moment. She emphasizes that the same imagination that creates suffering can also create miracles. If people can imagine pain, fear, lack, and limitation into their lived experience, they can also use imagination, visualization, and feeling to align with possibility, freedom, and healing. The superpower is realizing that imagination is not the enemy; it is the instrument that must be directed with awareness. Happiness Is a Choice and an Inside Job Charm reflects on conversations with people who have money, education, relationships, jobs, or achievements but still do not feel happy. She includes herself in this observation, saying she has accomplished many things she once said she would do, yet still notices the tendency to look for the next thing. Her conclusion is that happiness is a choice and an inside job. No person, lack of money, missing resource, relationship, or outside circumstance should be given the power to control one’s peace, joy, or happiness. Support, Courage, and...
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    43 mins
  • Luk-E Charm, May 30, 2026
    May 31 2026
    Luk-E Charm with Host Charm Choosing the Life That Feels True: Charm and Mary Magdalene on ADHD, Addiction, Writing, and Self-Honesty Charm Welcomes Mary Magdalene Back to Luk-E Charm In this episode of Luk-E Charm, host Charm welcomes returning guest Mary Magdalene after a two-week break. The program opens with the show’s energetic theme song, which Mary describes as as having a sexy, 1980s-style rock feeling. Charm then checks in with Mary, who shares that a meaningful change happened since the previous episode: she decided to step away from a bass-playing project in an Alanis Morissette cover band so she could return her focus to writing. Mary Steps Away from the Band to Write Mary explains that she began learning bass about three years earlier and had played in a few bands, but she had also stepped away from music in order to write. When she was invited into the new band project, she initially accepted, but soon realized that learning and memorizing the songs made her feel pressured and trapped rather than excited. She says she began regretting the time she was spending on bass because she wanted to be writing instead. Although it was difficult to tell her friend she was leaving the project, Mary felt relief after making the decision, and she shares that she had another story published the day before the show. Following Excitement Without Being Trapped Charm and Mary discuss what it means to follow what feels true, even when doing so may disappoint others. Mary says that when she feels trapped, she almost cannot continue doing something that does not align with her desire. Charm sees this as an example of being tuned in to what excites someone and what does not. Mary adds that this ability has not always been simple or purely positive, because it has sometimes led her to make impulsive decisions or walk away from situations that many people would not leave. Still, both agree that being true to oneself matters, even when the process requires more grace and care. Preparing, Not Preparing, and Authentic Conversation Charm admits that she often thinks about preparing for the show but does not necessarily write or script the conversation in advance. Mary asks what Charm chooses to do instead when she tells herself she “should” be preparing, and Charm says she usually does almost anything but formal preparation. Charm explains that she prefers the conversation to feel raw, realistic, and authentic rather than scripted. She recalls a successful life coach who said he did not know what he would say on stage because he was not there yet, and she says that approach helped shape her own comfort with speaking naturally. ADHD, Hyperfocus, and the Challenge of Simple Tasks Mary then talks about ADHD, explaining that it can involve difficulty beginning boring or routine tasks while also allowing intense hyperfocus on creative work. She says she can easily write a 2,000-word story, while small tasks such as cleaning or taking out trash can feel nearly impossible. Mary describes similar patterns in her children, including her daughter’s ability to spend hours drawing and her son’s ability to spend hours with music. Charm questions whether ADHD should be seen as something wrong, suggesting that labels can sometimes make natural differences seem negative, while Mary explains that diagnoses often arise when doctors see consistent patterns across people. Mary’s Diagnosis and Understanding Herself Mary says she was diagnosed with ADHD as an adult, and that the diagnosis helped her understand parts of her life that had previously confused her. She had always known she was different, often blurting out honest thoughts and struggling socially. The diagnosis helped her connect the dots, forgive herself, and calm her nervous system because she could finally understand why certain patterns had repeated. She also discusses rejection sensitivity, saying that earlier in life she could be deeply hurt by criticism or perceived rejection, but now she can recognize those feelings more clearly and not take everything personally. Leaving Relationships, Moving Countries, and Learning Grace Mary shares several examples of major life decisions she made quickly once she knew something was right or wrong for her. She once quit a teaching job to move to Spain by herself without knowing anyone or speaking the language, then later moved to Hawaii when she felt unhappy after returning home. She also reflects on leaving her first marriage abruptly, saying she felt trapped in a life that looked good from the outside but did not feel like her own. Mary says she does not regret choosing truth for herself, but she does recognize that she could have handled the ending with more grace because her former husband and his family were hurt. Solitude, Relationships, and Toxic Patterns Charm and Mary discuss how relationships, friendships, and social life can feel complicated. Mary says she enjoys people but often reaches a point where the ...
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    54 mins
  • Luk-E Charm, May 16, 2026
    May 17 2026
    Luk-E Charm with Host Charm Answering the Call: Creativity, Courage, and Finding Your Voice Opening Lucky Charm as a Grounded Space In this episode of Lucky Charm, host Charm opens by thanking BBS Radio and welcoming listeners into a relaxed, unscripted conversation. She explains that she does not have a rigid agenda for the show and is simply showing up because she feels called to be there. Charm describes the program as a place to feel grounded amid political confusion, global uncertainty, media noise, and the constant overwhelm of phones and digital information. Her goal is to create a calm space where people can talk honestly, share what they are dealing with, and feel less alone. Trauma, Service, and Following a Calling Charm shares that she has gone through severe PTSD and experiences she describes as torture by certain agencies, but says she has healed enough to want to be of service to others. She reflects on the idea that a person’s calling may come from what they had to break through, heal from, or overcome. She encourages listeners not to ignore the inner voice that keeps urging them toward something meaningful, because in her experience, that calling does not simply go away. Charm also invites others, including children, to come on the show and speak, saying she wants to hear what young people are experiencing in a confusing world. Quitting, Criticism, and the Cost of Growth A major part of Charm’s opening message is about the difficulty of pursuing a dream or calling. She says that if someone never feels like quitting, they may not be dreaming big enough, because meaningful growth is rarely easy. Charm talks about loneliness, leaving people behind, and facing criticism from others when choosing a different path. She emphasizes that criticism is unavoidable whether someone follows the crowd or goes against it, so fear of judgment should not be allowed to paralyze a person. For Charm, knowing yourself, loving yourself, and staying committed to your own life are key to moving forward despite criticism. Introducing Mary Magdalene and the Power of Reinvention Charm then welcomes guest Mary Magdalene, a writer, poet, memoirist, flash-fiction writer, creative nonfiction writer, former K–12 teacher, musician, and mother. Mary explains that she is now focusing full-time on her creative practice after decades in education, and Charm describes her as a powerful woman who refuses to take no for an answer. Their conversation begins casually with music, especially Depeche Mode and Alanis Morissette, and Mary shares that she is currently working on an Alanis Morissette project where the band will perform Jagged Little Pill from start to finish. The conversation uses music as a doorway into creativity, identity, and personal expression. COVID, Creativity, and Choosing a Different Life Mary explains that during the COVID shutdown, she was teaching from home while her children were also home, and the experience made her realize how much people can become enslaved to social expectations and work routines. She found herself spending more time with family, making art, doing music, and noticing that life should include more joy and creative expression. When work resumed, it became difficult to return to the old structure, and eventually she created a new life as a writer working from home. Mary encourages listeners who believe they cannot make a change to “find a way,” saying there are always different paths if a person becomes clear about what they want and works toward it. Writing, Rejection, and Reclaiming the Voice The episode closes with Mary and Charm discovering a powerful shared experience: both wrote creatively when they were younger, had their writing discovered by their parents, felt shamed for it, and then stopped writing. Mary explains that her teenage fiction was treated as if it were a confession rather than imagination, and that the experience silenced her creative voice for years. Now, she submits her work frequently and has already received publications and forthcoming pieces, even while collecting rejection letters along the way. Charm recognizes the parallel in her own life, and the two end the episode with a sense of connection, healing, and excitement to continue the conversation in a future episode.
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    56 mins
  • Luk-E Charm, May 2, 2026
    May 3 2026
    Luk-E Charm with Luke and Charm Rooted to Rise, the Philosophy of Growth A philosophical exploration of growth, music, and human connection. In the debut of the radio show Luck-E Charm, host Charm explores the profound metaphor of a tree’s dual growth to illustrate the human experience. The broadcast emphasizes that personal "fruit" only manifests after enduring the "root system"—the difficult, invisible work performed in the dark. The Biological Metaphor: Gravitropic vs. Phototropic Growth Charm introduces the concept of "As above, so below" by examining the life cycle of a tree. A tree must grow in two directions simultaneously: the root system grows downward into the dark, damp earth (gravitropic), while the fruit system eventually breaks through to grow toward the light (phototropic). This biological necessity serves as a metaphor for life; the resistance faced underground is what provides the stability required to reach upward. The "Root System" of Human Experience The host argues that society often desires the "fruit system"—success and visibility—without being willing to endure the "root system." True growth requires navigating "damp, dark" periods of life that others rarely see. Just as a tree requires healthy soil and water, humans need a supportive environment and the right "frequencies" to flourish. Charm highlights that avoiding the "weird or dark" parts of oneself prevents true healing and authenticity. Frequency, Music, and Artistic Alchemy Drawing from the musician Jacob Collier and the platform forthepeople.space, the discussion shifts to how music and vibration nourish the soul. Collier’s philosophy suggests that being one's "biggest, most beautiful self" does not take space away from others but rather creates more space for them to do the same. This "alchemy" of life involves digging into the depths of one's origins to create something that can heal both the creator and the listener. Show Evolution and Listener Engagement The program is currently in a phase of reorganization. Charm expresses a desire to move away from being a solo voice, inviting listeners to share their own "root system" stories. The show aims to be a platform for connection and recognition for those who have persevered through difficult circumstances. Luck-E Charm sets a tone of vulnerability and philosophical inquiry, reminding listeners that they are "always one decision away from changing their life forever." By embracing the darkness of the "root system," individuals can eventually find the strength to grow toward the light
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    26 mins
  • Luk-E Charm, April 4, 2026
    Apr 4 2026
    Luk-E Charm with Luke and Charm Debut show, Unmasking the Legal System, Reclaiming Natural Rights, and the Fight for Sovereignty This inaugural broadcast of Luk-E Charm Radio, featuring a deep dive into the legal philosophy of "Lucky," a guest challenging the legitimacy of his felony weapons charges. The discussion explores the distinction between common law and administrative statutes, the concept of "corporate fictions," and the pursuit of individual sovereignty within the American legal system. The Genesis of a Legal Battle The dialogue centers on an incident from March 13, 2020, when Lucky was arrested for carrying concealed weapons, including what authorities labeled "assault rifles" and "explosive pipe bombs"—items Lucky maintains were merely firecrackers. This event resulted in nine felony charges for manufacturing, transporting, and carrying weapons. Lucky argues that because there was no "injured party," no true crime was committed under the principles of Common Law, which he defines as the "natural law" of causing no harm. He views the current legal system as a "twisted" departure from God-given rights, where administrative policies and taxes are used to "choke the people" The "Corporate Fiction" and Legal Definitions A core theme of the discussion is the belief that the modern U.S. government transitioned from a republic to a corporation following the Organic Act of 1871. Lucky posits that the legal system uses specific "legalese" to trick individuals into contracting away their rights. He highlights the distinction between a "man or woman" (who possesses rights) and a "person" (which he defines as a corporate entity or "ens leges"). He recounts his own realization during tax filings and business licensing that terms like "resident alien" or "registration" carry hidden legal implications that tie individuals to the jurisdiction of the District of Columbia and the "United States Inc." Systemic Defiance and the Path Forward Lucky’s commitment to his philosophy extends to practical acts of defiance, such as refusing to pay vehicle registration for several years, claiming it is a "voluntary program" under the Code of Federal Regulations. Despite taking a plea deal on his gun charges, he intends to litigate to have the judgment declared void ab initio (void from the beginning) on constitutional grounds. He views his struggle as part of a larger movement to educate "like-minded people" on how to stand on their rights and resist what he terms "debt slavery" and "tyranny" in California. Educational Resources and Legal Research To empower listeners, Lucky emphasizes the importance of self-education, recommending the study of Supreme Court cases like DC v. Heller and NYSRPA v. Bruen. He cites several researchers and "knowledgeable people" who provide resources on legal definitions and sovereignty, encouraging the audience to "read the law" themselves to understand the "jargon" used by the courts. The document portrays Lucky not merely as a defendant, but as a self-taught legal researcher aiming to dismantle the "administrative state" through knowledge. His message is one of radical self-reliance: that true freedom requires the courage to understand and stand upon one's natural rights, even in the face of systemic opposition.
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    56 mins