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In this episode, John and Steve analyze the highly symbolic poem Bluebird by the one and only, Charles Bukowski. We discuss the importance of becoming emotionally aware, the difficulty of real life long psychological trauma and the importance of men being appropriately mentored to prevent toxic masculinity. Take a listen as we unpack the poem and explore some of it’s themes and messages.
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In this episode John and I explore Vivek’s 10 truths and we discuss if this ideology has the capacity to unite or will they further divide American citizens in the current political and social environment.. These 10 truths are not only relevant to society and politics in the United States but also relevant to ALL the world that we live in currently. Take a listen as John describes the current political environment right now.
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Today on the show I interviewed John about presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy who is a self made billionaire, businessman, super articulate debater, who has caught the attention of the American public. His ideas seem to correlate with traditional core values and he says that America is suffering an identity crisis, is swamped by a new post modern religion and has been thwarted by isms and victimization.. Let’s see why everyone is talking about Vivek and what makes him unique from other presidential candidates..
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We talk about aspects of responsibility as a pathway of individual growth. We also explore professional, personal and social emotional development, how can you invest in yourself effectively to elvolve as a human being? If you could go back in time and talk to your 18 year old self, what would you say and what lessons would you try and communicate to put you on the path of success?
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In this podcast we share some personal anecdotes about how working through adversity has provided insight, perspective and personal growth. Most of us are taught to believe that adversity is a hindrance, a disruption to our happiness that we expect to be our default state. What tools can we adopt to allow us to better deal with adversity and how can adversity be valuable as we traverse through the unknown, uncertainty and conflicts of the complete human experience?
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In this episode, guest speaker Jeff joins hosts Steve and John as we explore the power of nature and human connection in overcoming nihilism.
Society is plagued with flaws and illusions that can lead one down a path of despair and an overwhelming sense of meaninglessness. How can we embrace the power of nature to shed illusions and expectations that are thrust on the individual to find inner peace and a spiritual connection?
In this podcast, we explore the magnificence of connecting with nature, the possibility of relinquishing an artificial identity and perhaps connect with another aspect of ourselves that is more powerful than we are able to explain.
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Welcome to this podcast where we explore the world of artificial intelligence and its impact on the individual and society. In this episode, John and Steve discuss the recent surge in interest around Chat GPT, a cutting-edge AI technology that has been gaining huge popularity in the last few months. They delve into the potential benefits and risks of AI, including concerns around human dependency and the addictive nature of technology. This open discussion promises to be a thought-provoking exploration of the impact AI is having on our lives. Join us as we navigate this complex topic in an engaging and informative way.
Disclaimer: This blurb was written by ChatGPT.
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This podcast provides a line-by-line analysis of Langston Hughes' poem "Harlem: A Dream Deferred," we explore the significance and power of dreams. Written in 1951, during the Civil Rights Movement and wake of the Harlem Renaissance, the poem reflects the systemic oppression of African Americans against racial discrimination and it's impact on the individual and community. We ask the question: what are dreams, why are they important to both the individual and the collective? What do dreams mean for the human spirit? This poem was written within the midst of social and civil injustices in the United States, although is still incredibly powerful and relevent today. Take a listen.
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This podcast we talk about the culture and control, liberation from the consumption of alcohol. We debate the idea: is it better to have experienced and lived through difficult choices, like addiction or trauma, or is it simply better to avoid getting burned by life and forgo this particular insight about the human condition.
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This episode, with guest speaker Jeff (or J.D) we discuss the nature of thought patterns and how they impact our own individual reality. Why do our thoughts manifest in repetitive, sometimes painful cycles, how can we move through thoughts and emotions, and how can we control our inner world as a tool ultimately for inner peace? Furthermore we discuss the power of fear and love: How do we let go of expectations, outcomes and surrender to the moment so that we can be free of our thoughts and perhaps even free of our own concept of ourselves?
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In this podcast we discuss the vulnerability and volatility that occur within the current version of the institute of marriage. Is the modern family unit compromised as both parties are coerced to sacrifice our time and energy from the ones that we love? How has consumerism, capitalism and materialism damaged the family unit? Are traditional gender roles as destructive and limited as the modern rhetoric claims? How do we traverse real conflict of culture, expectations within marriage, and what aspects should we be willing to negotiate and when should we remain unbending to our core values and beliefs?
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Talking teaching, poetry, living abroad, foundational ideologies, faith in humanity, the collective, the power of religion, Jordan Peterson and other general topics. A catchup and free flowing podcast.
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How does Orwell's use of fiction allude to truth? How does it make truth more easily accessible to the masses? Is fiction a vessel for truth?
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Extrapolating the psychological, economic, educational, social effects of Covid19 through our experiences living abroad. How did Corona Virus influence the way that we live and ultimately, how did Covid change the way that we percieve the world?
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This podcast explores the internal conflict an individual can feel when feeling torn by "belonging" to more than one culture. How does an individual embrace their own personal identity when expected to adopt the ideologies of others? How is our identity forged and is it possible to really choose who you want to become as a person? How can we wrestle these demons of doubt to eventually find peace and certainity with the ultimate question. Who am I?
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Why are men so damn confused to be men? How can we empower ourselves with our greatest gifts channelling the masculine energy to honor those around us? How can we respect and cherish women yet embrace our sexuality? How can we embrace the roles of BOTH genders in family unit and what differences are inherrent? These sensitive questions and more as we unpack what it means to really be a man of integrity within the madness of modern society.
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As we unpack this timeless poem and we explore why our inevitable deaths frames our rather short lives with such important perspective. How and why does poetry matter and what value can poetry add to your life?
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The challenges of two interntational English teachers and insights into how this somewhat unconventional (even discouraged) career can provide moments of sadness yet beauty in everyday life. Being an international English teacher is a rare choice, you make sacrifices to live abroad, struggle with a foreign culture, language and can wrestle with feelings of social, cultural exclusion. Are these rare moments of internal acomplisment worth the long term social and economic sacrifices?
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Is it worth the fight, is it real, or if it is, could it be worth the sacrifice that comes from change, adaptation, economic investment and percieved personal growth? Why is persuing your vocation viewed to be somethign immature or childish, and why we are coerced to take the traditional path in contrast to exploration, discovering and our own personal guidance?
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How does living abroad shape the individual, and to what extent do we embrace and reject what is foreign to us?
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