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In this episode, we discuss talking about a list of philosophical Aphorisms by one of DT's favorite scholars & public intellectuals - Nasime Taleb.
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"Stoicism teaches the development of self-control and fortitude as a means of overcoming destructive emotions; the philosophy holds that becoming a clear and unbiased thinker allows one to understand the universal reason." - Wikipedia.
This episode, Kadi joins the crew to discuss Stoicism. This episode's Last Stop Question: "Why don't men cry?"
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In this episode, Kadi joins Tobi and Iyanu to discuss a variety of topics from BLM to watching the Miracle of Life video in Biology class in high school. Introductions (00:50). Recap of our conversation with Sonia last episode (02:37). Connecting with Hip Hop, Kanye and Chapelle on a different level as black kids (19:32). Is it our role to be race translators (21:44). Iyanu brings up the role of intent in social interactions (26:00) and Kadi brings up the counter-point of impact (27.43). The Miracle of Life video we all had to watch in high school (38:23). As a man, will you be in the room with your wife as she gives birth? (41:50). Tobi's dad goes on a roller coaster for the first time (01:02:50). Tobi's bear story (01:07:55). Kadi's fear response (01:15:27). Nature stays undefeated (01:24:00).
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Sonia Orlu is a PhD student in Political Science at Simon Fraser University, Vancouver and author of the MLI commentary: Why I do not support the Black Lives Matter movement. Follow her on instagram @sonia_orlu.
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As an extension of philosophical existentialism or on a more surface level a kind of psychology; we relate to guilt as an extension of a moral obligation of character. However, we don't simply feel guilt solely in arbitrary instances of subjective moral decision making. Rather at its very core; we experience guilt because it's strongly connected to the fundamental condition in which we find ourselves as human beings. In other words, I feel guilty because I am human. And to be human is to have to constantly reflect on the fact that that "one day I am going to die". And because of this fact, we carry the burden of existence. In so which we almost owe it to ourselves to be more productive, love more, say more, live better, all so we can die easier. Guilt is about taking a moment to examine how we stand up next to our own potential for a life where we truly gave it everything we had, and to be ultimately humbled by the excruciating reality that we may die never being able to live up that person. As Ernest Becker says "Guilt results from unused life, from the 'unlived' in us". And it is from this definition that we will build our conversation today.
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We all struggle with being ourselves in some capacity. Why is that? Should we always be ourselves or are there times when it's okay not to?
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In our first post-podcast episode, Julianna tells the crew about a Netflix show she watched - Bling Empire. This episode is filled with spoilers so do not listen if you plan to watch the show and do not like spoilers.
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In this episode we want to examine how a world in which we seem to be faced with endless choices is actually leading to lives full of anxiety and deep uncertainty. I’m sure this anxious place is where a lot of people find themselves in whatever stage they are in life, but what is it exactly about the choices we are confronted with, that is so anxiety provoking?
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In this episode we discuss tradition versus things like change, transition, evolution etc. Tradition is definitely important but when do we decide when to evolve or move on?
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From Nigeria to Surrey, BC and then Yale Law School. How did Temi get there?
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The main idea of this episode is to explore this notion of our fixation on merit as a true indicator of success in our society and if we ought to move to a model that is a little more holistic. A model that pays attention to the role of humility, cultural togetherness and luck in our general lives. This goes a little beyond just finding ways to deal with wage disparity but really trying to reflect on how we define success and the dignity of work in our culture.
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This episode the crew discusses the art of the con artist. They start with the quote of the episode and discuss how we sometimes lie to ourselves (01:30). Magician story (08:30). DT shares a time when he believes he got conned (19:20). Discussion begins on Ponzi schemes (26:00) and it naturally leads to Bernie Madoff (28:00). Iyanu and DT bond over almost being scammed by fake missionaries on Craigslist when house hunting (55:30). Is the same stone cold relentlessness Madoff had an ingredient to making it to the top today? (01:08:45). Closing thoughts: (01:24:15). The Last Stop: This week’s question (01:26:35)
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Sydney Zeller is a Certified Personal Trainer and a Fitness Influencer on Instagram (@sydprogress). She is currently in College studying Sport Science, Physical Education and Coaching as well! She is super passionate about all aspects of health and fitness, and even more passionate about helping others. Her goal is to inspire others to truly live their best life, and feel confident in their own skin. Visit her website: https://www.sydprogress.com/
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First off, Happy Birthday Tobi! (02:15). This episode we discuss the process of comparing ourselves to others. We start off by defining comparison (03:58). "Comparison is the act of estimating ourselves against others and finding ourselves to be inferior or superior. We not only judge ourselves but also judge others in the process." Why do we compare ourselves to other? (10:30). Do you consider the process the person had to go through? (28:30). Sometimes we compare ourselves to our younger/older self (37:16). Healthy and Unhealthy comparisons: Self Assessment vs Self Enhancement (42:53). Social media's role in social comparison (01:03:02). Helpful tips for proper comparisons (01:22:02). This week's question (01:27:36).
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Why You Compare Yourself to Other People (And How to Stop) The Baggage Reclaim Sessions Ep. 162--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lasttrainpod/message -
The crew discuss some of the woes of adulting, and whether or not the routine of life as we age makes it gradually difficult to derive meaning from the things we find ourselves doing.
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On this episode, the crew put together a spooky halloween themed episode. Shoutout to the amazing intro and outro by Julianna. They start with the opening quote from Joel Rifkin (06:18) and transition to discussing psychopaths and manipulation (11:40). Then story time: Story 1 - Dracula Countess (24:10); Story 2 - Edmund Kemper (29:09); Story 3 - The Giggling Granny (41:20); Story 4 - John Wayne Gacy a.k.a Pogo the Clown (53:47). The crew discusses their fascination with killers (58:52). Iyanu gives a self control analogy (01:01:12). Is there room for an empathy conversation? ( 1:03:20). How do the psychotic fit in society and can that conversation change in the future? (01:06:15). DT talks about a possible way in which Psychopaths can become useful in society (01:10:08). Final Story: Baba Anujka (01:15:17). This episode's question: "What your favourite candy?" (01:26:50)
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Tobi, Iyanu and Julianna start out this episode talking about love (01:10). They go on to discuss the relationship process versus being too focused on the happily ever after (17:27). Tobi brings up a philosophical perspective and discusses Schopenhauer's pessimism (28:45). Do you think people have a problem of expectations? (35:02). Relationship requires some changes and flexibility (46:30).
This Episode's Question: Love Languages: What are your top love languages and what love language are you worst at giving? (01:17:30)
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This episode, Tobi, DT and Iyanu start off by discussing Nigeria's Special Anti-Robbery Squad a.k.a. SARS and the #EndSARS movement (04:37). They then transition to college/university talk (29:00); Iyanu asks some questions about school and you get to hear the crew's responses.
Question #1: In what grade did school become important to you? (31:53)
Question #2: Did you ever pull an all-nighter? (43:30)
Question #3: What was your most clutch moment in university? (47:45)
Question #4: What did you think university would be and what did it turn out to be? (55:15)
Question #5: Is there anything you would have changed about your university experience? (1:00:18)
Question #6: How much sleep did you get in university? and now? (01:05:06)
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You want an Spooktober episode? You got it. Welcome to our spookiest episode yet! Filled with black cats, witches and superstitions you probably didn't know about.
In this episode, Iyanu, Julianna, and Tobi discuss superstitions. They begin with personal thoughts on the topic (02:05) from Bloody Mary to stepping on cracks on the sidewalk and much more. How did we become superstitious? (13:16). Julianna tells us about her halloweens growing up (21:10). Some superstitions have a religious origin or others have a practical one to guide people's choices. In discussing superstitions with religious origins (25:18), the topic of witches and black cats come up (31:10). Julianna can't believe people think witches can turn into cats so Iyanu shares some black cat witch stories (47:35). Superstitions that do not have religious origins (55:32). 57 minutes into the podcast, a technical difficulty leaves the crew freaked out after just talking about witches for so long.. (57:09). We decided to leave in our reaction including Tobi's plea to witches (58:45). Superstitions that do not have religious origins continued (01:00:07). Superstitions can become phobias (01:06:55). Today's question: What rich person would you want to hang out with for a day? (01:19:25).
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Fun Facts
The fear of number 13 is called Triskaidekaphobia. The fear of Friday the 13th is referred to as Paraskevidekatriaphobia, also known as Friggatriskaidekaphobia. The fear of eternity is referred to as Apeirophobia.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lasttrainpod/message -
The crew explores whether this age old idea of being innocent until proven guilty, which is probably the grounding principle in which we all want to relate to the law, is challenged by the way social media is being mobilized around issues like #metoo. For better or worse, is trial by media an effective way to empower a legal system that is at times arbitrary and slow to respond to serious issues of assault? Furthermore, if not by social media lynching, can more traditional forms of media "justice" seriously damage the lives of the innocent before they are even formally accused of anything?
Some Time Markers:
Reaction to the First Presidential Debate Of 2020 U.S. Election (02:24)
Today’s topic (19:23)
Trial by Media (25:00)
Dave Chapelle’s analogy (42:19)
Identity Reparative Reconstruction (54:27)
Final remarks (1:24:46)
Today’s question (1:27:33)
Iyanu asks the listeners for help (1:37:40)
Music:
Hanto - "La Saison des Loups" Boom Bap
Miles Ahead - Lounge Jazz | Vodovoz Music Productions
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