Today's Mantra comes from the newly polished version of Star Trek, and makes us think about the difference between need and passing fancy.

Today's mantra comes from 'The Scent of a Woman' and reminds us that life is a journey that must be traveled, no matter what wrong turns or dead-ends come our way.

Special thanks to Charlie Blanchard who sent in this Mantra.

To contact the show please email wisdom@moviemantras.com

Today's Mantra invites us to look back and make sure that the dreams, quests, or vision that we're holding onto are still the same things we think they are.

'Planes, Trains, and Automobiles' is our inspiration.

Today's show is a special tribute to Josh Green from the Screengeeks podcast who sadly passed away recently.

The mantra comes from his favourite film 'American Beauty'.

For more information on Josh please visit www.screengeeks.com

Today's manta comes from 'Mulan' and challenges us to persist with our dreams in the face of adversity, and claim the prize for which we fight.

Today's mantra encourages us to face the future rather than stare at the past. Each new day brings a chance to achieve our dreams, so let's not waste it dwelling on any past failures.

Film: True Stories

In the chair of learning today is Keith Hughes, author of the podiobook novel 'Borrowed Time', which you can find at www.podiobooks.com, www.penslinger.com, or iTunes.

Our mantra appears in the film 'Back to the Future' and reminds us that sometimes we need to help each other rather than concentrate on our own needs and desires.

To contact the show please email wisdom@moviemantras.com

Today's wisdom is brought by Christiana Ellis - author, podcaster, and all round good egg! Visit her site www.christianaellis.com and sample the likes of Space Casey, Nina Kimberley, and daily Shallow Thoughts.

You can also support her writing by purchasing a copy of Nina Kimberley the Merciless on Amazon.com

Our mantra is harvested from the crop of 'Strange Days' and warns us that to achieve our goals we must actually do something about it.

To contact the show please email wisdom@moviemantras.com

And a special thanks to all who have nominated the show for the Parsec awards, I'm very pleased to say that Movie Mantras is now a finalist in two categories! Fantastic.

Today's mantra comes from 'Cast Away' and encourages us to keep on going, even though the fields may be barren.

Today's mantra comes from 'Planet Terror' and challenges to look for solutions to problems rather than victims of them.

Today's mantra reminds us that we are all capable of getting things wrong, it's inevitable. So, let's not hold each other too harshly when it happens to us as the chances are we'll soon be doing it to someone else....

Film: Wargames.

Today's mantra comes from Elizabethtown, and ponders the question of whether our disappointments have become excuses that we hide behind.

Today's mantra is from 'The Phantom' and reminds us not to spend out lives chasing ghosts, but instead strive for what we can actually achieve.

Today's mantra is read by author Scott Roche. Check out his new podcast novel at www.archangelnovel.com

The source of our wisdom is Transformers 2, and it warns us of spending our lives waiting for conditions to be ideal before we begin chasing out dreams.

Today's mantra reminds us that sometimes the journey is just as important as the destination.

Paulette Jaxton reads for us today. Sample her excellent work at www.paulettejaxton.com

Hello again.

Apologies for the lack of shows lately, a very bust work schedule meant that I couldn't spend time on the podcast, which was very frustrating.... but, now we're back!

Today's mantra is from the classic Sci-Fi film 'The Matrix' and is read out by our good friend Seth Harwood, author of the excellent 'Jack Wakes Up' crime novel that's available in book stores now. For more info on Seth, and the chance to sample his podcast novels go to www.sethharwood.com

I have returned! Sorry for the delay in bringing a new episode. My trip to Balticon recently has meant a backlog of work and a small dose of jet-lag to overcome.

Today we are joined by the magnificent Thom Gideon or cmdln to his friends and listeners. Check out his fascinating podcast www.thecommandline.net for info on technology and its relation to its users.

Our mantra is from the classic 'Ghost in the Shell' and warns us of the dangers of getting comfortable.

To email the show please contact wisdom@moviemantras.com

Here's a new promo for the show starring Nathan Lowell & P.G.Holyfield.

I'd be grateful if you could use it on your podcast, social media site, or simply sit back and enjoy the two fine actors having fun!

Bringing the wise today is podcasting's own Evo Terra. Veteran of several classic shows, current producer and star of Evo @ 11, and the man behind one of podcasting's brightest lights - www.podiobooks.com

Our Mantra warns us to focus on the things in life we can affect, and not dwell on things beyond our control.

I'll be at Balticon next week so please come and say hello if you want, I'd be very glad to meet you!

There might not be a show next week, depends really on packing and jet-lag.

See you soon....

In the Chocolate Factory of Wisdom this evening is The Vicar from the Geek Radio Daily Podcast. Bringing the wise.

Our Mantra comes from Sunset Boulevard and encourages us to value who we are, and not to waste our lives trying to be someone we're not.

Today's mantra comes to us from the secret lair of the HatchetJob gaming podcast (www.hatchetjob.com) Our voice is a man of mystery, but his words are that of wisdom.

'Enter The Dragon' shows us the way to enlightenment.

Today we are enwisdomed by Dave Minkus from the excellent Screengeeks podcast. All who love film should pilgrimage to www.screengeeks.com and bow down.

Our Mantra comes from 'The Abyss' and reminds us to keep an eye out for our friends at all times.

To contact the show please email wisdom@moviemantras.com

Today's Mantra bringer is Vividmuse - co-host of the City of Heroes Podcast (www.cohpodcast.com) and Into The Blender (www.intotheblender.com). Check them out.

Our wisdom is sent to us on the back of 'Postcards from the Edge' and causes us to think about the quality of something that can be attained with no effort.

To contact the show please email wisdom@moviemantras.com

Steering the good ship Mantra this evening is Brandon Hill - artist, culinary expert, and kilt adorned Adonis. Check out his blog at www.morningnom.com

Today's Mantra comes from 'The Ghost and The Darkness' and reminds us that we learn the most about ourselves when it's time to show what we've got inside. Seconds out....

To contact the show please email wisdom@moviemantras.com

Rescuing us in the Huey of Wisdom from the Tet Offensive of Foolishness tonight in the rather lovely Susan Z. Host of the Steampunk Spectacular podcast. Check it out at

http://steampunkspectacular.com

Our Mantra is found behind the curtain of the 'Wizard of Oz' and warns us that having our voices heard could also reveal more than we realise about ourselves.

We're not in Kansas anymore, people.

Severing the heads of the snake-gods of foolishness tonight, is non other than Chris Lester, author and creator of the Metamorcity Podcast. Check out this wondrous creation at www.metamorcity.com

Our Mantra has been gently warmed on the script of 'Fried Green Tomatoes at the Whistle Stop Cafe', and promises us the ability to endure, while warning us of our ability to quietly hurt.

To contact the show please email wisdom@moviemantras.com

Today we are joined on our quest by author & musician Phil Rossi. To sample some of his wonders please visit www.philrossi.net (check out his podcast novel Crescent - rather splendid!

Our Mantra comes from that bastion of wisdom 'The Fast and The Furious', and leaves us to ponder whether we are who we say we are.

To contact the show please email wisdom@moviemantras.com

Standing firm on the wisdom bridge of Khazad-dum and holding back the Balrog of Folly tonight is none other than Podcasting's Rich Sigfrit. Check out his wonderful creations at

www.requiemoftheoutcast.com

Today's mantra comes from 'Braveheart' and reminds us not too put off achieving our dreams until a time more convenient. Time is short, so let's go...

To contact the show please send emails to  - wisdom@moviemantras.com

Today's Mantra is brought to you by The Encaffeinated One, host of the wonderful podcast 'The Weird Show'. Check it out on iTunes or at www.theweirdshow.com

'Kill Bill Vol 1' is the donor, and the aim is to warn us off following destructive paths that may lead us to a place far from our intended destination.

Driving the wisdom bus today is none other than author and teacher Nathan Lowell.

Check out his excellent work at www.solarclipper.com

Our Mantra is hotwired from 'Gone in 60 Seconds' and reminds us that though the ride may be bumpy we're still traveling towards our destination.

If you want to contact the show then please email wisdom@moviemantras.com

In the chair of enwisdoment today is none other than Billy Flynn of the Geek Radio Daily Podcast. If you haven't checked out the show yet, then do so immediately - www.geekradiodaily.com

In today's mantra we ponder our own ability to control the circumstances around us, and whether we should.

Is you want to contact the show then please do so by emailing wisdom@moviemantras.com

Today's reader is Micheal Spence, who was partly responsible for inspiring our 'Month of Many Mouths' season ( which incidentally we are continuing).

He's a writer, voice actor, theologian, and damn fine fellow. Please check out his work at
http://michaelspence.us  or   http://www.norilana.com/norilana-fantasy.htm

Our Mantra challenges us to think through the motives for our actions, and the possible repercussions. Think on....

To contact the show please email wisdom@moviemantras.com

Join us again, as we continue on our path...

Hello again.

Apologies for my sudden disappearance. A fractured wrist was the cause, but it's nearly back to full stregth now, so let us reconvene our journey.

Today's Mantra is read by Zach Ricks of the Geek Survival Guide Podcast. Superb stuff that can be found at www.gsguide.blogspot.com

To contact the show please email me at wisdom@moviemantras.com

The Mantra today comes from Hitch-hikers Guide to the Galaxy. Enjoy.

In the chair of wisdom-giving today is New York Times Bestselling author Scott Sigler.

Check out his fantastic books Infected and Contagious in your local bookstores, then track down his other FREE podcast novels at www.scottsigler.com

Our Mantra is provided by the 13th Warrior - and is a call to arms in how we live our lives. Sharpen your wisdom swords and prepare for battle!

To contact the show please email wisdom@moviemantras.com

Today's Mantra features the voice talents of Mur Lafferty - author, podcaster, legend.

For more of her work please visit www.murverse.com

In the show we look at the question of how wisdom is sometimes defined by which guidance we adhere to.

To contact the show please email wisdom@moviemantras.com

Today we are joined by P.G.Holyfield, author of the novel Murder at Avedon Hill - available for free as a podcast at www.pgholyfield.com

We look at the difference between intelligence and wisdom, via the magic of 'Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets'.

To contact the show with ideas, comments, or enormous cash donations please email - wisdom@moviemantras.com

Today's installment of the 'Month of Many Mouths' features J.C.Hutchins - twice. You'll see why later.

Our wisdom is drawn from the well of Star Trek - The Motion Picture, and asks us the question of whether we're really on the path we set out to take, or have we been sidetracked by life itself.

To see more of J.C.Hutchins' work please visit www.jchutchins.net - A fine fellow worth investigating further.

To email the show with comments, ideas, or mantras please send your scribings to -

wisdom@moviemantras.com

Today in part 2 of our 'Month of Many Mouths' season we are honoured to have author, podcaster, and exotic fruit Philippa Ballantine as our guest speaker.

To find out more about here excellent work visit www.pjballantine.com

In today's mantra we look at the idea of dreams that we pursue while hearing the mocking words of others. If we can rise above the average and already achieved, then maybe we can do something truly special.

'Tomorrow Never Dies' is the movie, and also something to remember....

Today sees the start of our 'Month of Many Mouths' series of special shows. In the wisdom chair today is podcast legend and great friend Tee Morris.

The mantra comes from 'Charlotte's web' and reminds us that all have a chance to make a difference in this world.

To contact the show email - wisdom@moviemantras.com

To find out more about Tee Morris and his fine work visit www.teemorris.com

Today we look at how compromise can sometimes mean that you get your way in the end.

'Big Night' provides the wisdom, the coffee is up to you.

Next week we begin our new 'Month of Many Mouths' season, featuring many stars from the podcasting firmament. Much wisdom awaits....

If you have any ideas, comments, or questions please contact the show - wisdom@moviemantras.com

Today we gaze upon on an adjoining field and wonder if the grass really is greener. 'The Reader' provides our mantra, the fresh air will do us good.

Today's mantra explores how we respond to those who would cause us grief. 'Magnolia' will lead us.... if we dare to follow....

To contact the show please email wisdom@moviemantras.com

Here's a promo for a series of shows that will be released in the month of February.

Much fun will be had....

Today we explore the invisible boundaries that govern our existence, and try in part to make sense of at least some of them.

'Crimes and Misdemeanors' is our guide.

Today we are challenged to think about the very nature of our thought. Perception is a dangerous business, as Obi Wan once told Luke 'Your eyes can deceive you, don't trust them'. Thankfully our show is audio...

Today marks a new format to the show. Not a huge change, more (I hope) a subtle enhancement. We also now have an email address ( wisdom@moviemantas.com ), and I'd be interested to hear what you think.

Our mantra is a simple reminder that the challenges we face serve a purpose, and that we are all in it together.

Today we examine the idea that some of us are held back from our full potential by the doubts of others, while those who shrug off the ney-sayers are truly free to fly.

Why not spread your wings in 2009?

This show is also our 50th, and I would like to thank all those who have joined me on the path in the past 6 months or so. Hopefully we have many more things to teach each other on the road ahead.

As a new year begins we look to how our lives have changed, and prepare for the slings and arrows of outrageous fortune that will bring their own challenges in the days to come.

Don't fear change..... fear the lack of it.

A happy new year to you all. I hope 2009 treats you well.

Today we come across two roads that converge in a yellow wood, and sorry that we cannot take both, need to decide which one will continue to be our path. Choose wisely, as the one less traveled would seem a more adventurous route...

At this festive time of year we take stock of our wants and desires, then learn from the wisdom of 'Fight Club' in what our needs actually are.

Today we heed the words of 'Ghandi', and realise that for all the oppression and terror that the world holds.... there is at least some hope.

Today we ponder what lies on the other side of this existence. 'Donnie Darko' is our guide  as we travel..... watch out for the rabbits.

Today's mantra seeks to distill all of the subtle nuances that make up life - our suffering, joys, and desires - and bring them into sharp focus.

It's also quite funny. Just like life.

Smile - it will make people wonder what you've been up to....

If the world is merely a stage, and us the simple players..... then who is in the audience? More importantly, who is directing?

'Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are dead' ponder the great unknown, with Tom Stoppard's usual barbed wit.

It's often said that laughter is the best medicine, and whereas that may be foolish in some circumstances, when it comes to taking stock of our own selves it may be the only thing that keeps us sane. Today's mantra explains this and journeys to us all the way from the 'Garden State'.

Today our mantra explains that though some of us may feel broken or dysfunctional at times, we will see better days. Who better to save us from our flightless existence than the Caped Crusader himself in 'Batman Forever'?