Wednesday Aug 07, 2024

Mezcal "The Oaxacan Treasure" John Lockwood

In this conversation, Ryan Anderson and Jonathan Lockwood discuss various topics, including Jonathan's decision to move to San Miguel Mexico, his journey of leaving the Jehovah's Witness religion, his career in voiceover work, and his passion for mezcal. They also touch on the subjects of logic, cults, and the human condition. Jonathan shares his experiences and insights, providing a fascinating and thought-provoking conversation. The conversation covers the story of a man who became involved in the mezcal industry, the boom of mezcal in Mexico and the United States, the regulations and labeling of mezcal, and the sustainability and exploitation issues in the industry. John discusses the changes in San Miguel since he moved there, the cultural differences in Mexico, the healthcare system in Mexico, and Jonathan's daily life and writing projects.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

01:00 A Journey to Mexico

03:05 Leaving the Jehovah's Witness Religion

06:23 The Logic Behind the Move to Mexico

09:53 Acceptance and Awakening

12:08 Exploring Ayn Rand's Philosophy

27:07 Passion for Mezcal

31:42 The Story of Job and Mezcal

32:28 Conclusion

41:18 The Boom of Mezcal in Mexico and the United States

53:26 Regulations and Labeling of Mezcal