Coffeelosophy

Your co-hosts indulge in another femme heavy episode recounting the wonders of the Barbadian beauty, Rihanna. Discussed are Rihanna's earliest album, her transition to the beauty and fashion space, and her settling down in a new part of the forest. 

Sara and Cris explore the fiction of cults in the second part of this series. Their focus is on the film Midsommar (Ari Aster, 2019) and the bizarre events that take place when Dani, Christian, and their friends visit a remote village in Sweden. Heavy spoilers in this episode! CW: suicide, mental health, violence, murder

In this first part of this series, Sara and Cris break down their journey through “Wild Wild Country,” the Netflix docu-series about the Rajneeshi movement in Antelope, Oregon. Your hosts dive into what makes a cult a cult, how Ma Anand Sheela used the American media to her advantage, and why the people of Antelope … Continue reading Episode 52: Cults, Part 1

Although Sara and Cris will never be royals, they are discussing the British Royal Family on this, the anniversary of Harry and Meghan's wedding! The coffee loving duo chat about why Americans love the Royal Family, the concept of Ubuntu, and the lovely relationship of Harry and Meghan. 

Sara and Cris waltz into the wacky world of Quentin Tarantino, focusing on his newest film, Once Upon a Time in Hollywood. The duo chat about their favorite features of a Tarantino film, the absurdest nature of violence in said films, and some philosophical theories behind humor.

Cris and Sara discuss a legend, a mother, an inspiration, an icon, Queen B herself, Beyonce Giselle Knowles-Carter. The dynamic duo chat about the dynamic duo that is the Carters, the rise of Destiny's Child, and the incredible performance portrayed in the Homecoming documentary (available on Netflix). 

Our newest episode features friend of the podcast, Meg, to discuss Netflix's hit reality dating show, Love Is Blind. The trio chats about the psychological experiment, breaks down the cast, and explores the Greek philosophy of love. 

Sara and Cris are once again joined by Joe to discuss another spooky topic - Robert Eggers' film The VVitch. The modern horror genre is the main point of conversation with all the commentary you never knew you needed!  

Cris and Sara are joined by Sara's boyfriend, Joe, to discuss the music sensation, Billie Eilish. Her music, style, and lyrics are discussed as well as her relationship with her brother and how her mental health has impacted the music industry.

Cris and Sara chat about the epic series Star Wars and the way the saga has been shaped by philosophy. Discussion encompasses the genius of John Williams, the first and last films in the series, and the concept of collective consciousness as it pertains to the force. 

Cris and Sara are back this week to converse about the hit movie "Bohemian Rhapsody"; get ready to dive into the life and workings of Freddie Mercury, Rami Malek, and the band Queen. Topics discussed include rock operas, the concept of fame, mythology, and acting as impersonation. 

Sara and Cris reflect on the life and work of the incomparable Dolly Parton including her contributions to the music industry, her humble beginnings, and the desire to live on in one's art. 

Your favorite coffee addicted podcasters are back! Welcome to 2020 and our second season of Coffeelosophy! Your hosts use this episode to recap 2019, including favorite books, podcasts, music, and tv shows, and to preview what the podcast will look like in 2020 and what they're most looking forward to in the new year.

Cris and Sara talk about the book “My Stroke of Insight,” the story of a woman who loses function of parts of her brain and attempts to recover that functionality through the use of sensory deprivation.

Sara and Cris highlight the phenomenon of "doing the thing in the place" and it relates to eating one's way through Chicago. Your dynamic duo chat about sacred spaces, foods that found their origin in Chicago, and the need to be in a particular setting to have a particular experience.  

Cris and Sara share in a short but delightful discussion about philosopher and author Jorge Luis Borges, a mastermind of magical realism.

Cris and Sara are back to dive into one of Sara’s FAVORITE topics ever – HARRY POTTER! Your co-hosts dissect the complex confusion surrounding the ongoing expansion of literary universes after the books are published. Topics include the Christo-centric nature of many fantasy narratives, “stolen” stories, and discrepancies between the original HP series and the … Continue reading Episode 39: Harry Potter and Expanding Literary Canon

Sara and Cris are once again joined by Conor, this time to discuss the Marvel Universe and nerd culture. Topics include whether or not Sophie Turner resembles Paris Hilton, the difference between Marvel and DC, and the Disneyfication of our culture. 

Cris and Sara are joined by long time listener, first time guest, Conor, to discuss the presence, or lack thereof, of young people in the political sphere. Topics include why young people are interested in politics, why older people vote differently than younger people, and why Cris won't stop eating carrots into the microphone. 

Cris and Sara walk into the world of hypochondria by researching and discussing its symptoms, potential causes, and effects on the human person. The duo chats about Munchausen syndrome, ER drama, and the fears of being a new parent.   CW: anxiety, stress, hypochondria 

Sara and Cris reflect on how birth order impacts personality, success, and relationships. The duo discuss their own experiences of the stereotypes of birth order, the philosopher Jorge Luis Borges, and the middle children who made it past their dramatic origins. 

Cris shares all about German philosopher Theodor Adorno, the f-scale, and culture industry theory. 

Cris and Sara turn up the volume on the sweet sounds of ASMR. Your co-hostesses with the mostesses talk about synesthesia, insomnia, and the placebo effect. Get ready for a fascinating discussion and lots of random sounds!

Sara and Cris are once again joined by Fred to talk all things BEER! This trio discusses the cultural necessity that is wine, the uptake in popularity of small, local breweries, and the role of religion in alcohol production and consumption.

Cris and Sara are joined by the infamous Fred to discuss Julian Jaynes and the theory of consciousness known as the Bicameral Mind. Look forward to your hosts chatting about what happens when the hemispheres of the human brain are split, how this theory applies to Westworld, and how human beings gained consciousness in the … Continue reading Episode 32: The Bicameral Mind

Cris and Sara explore the stars in this episode on astrology. Your hosts sore into the realm of zodiac signs, the pseudo-science of why our horoscopes seem so accurate, and a little advice for the philosophy grad students out there.

Cris and Sara look into the alternate reality of virtual reality by discussing the Black Mirror episode, season 5 episode 1, "Striking Vipers." Topics discussed include a breakdown of the episode, what virtual reality might do to human interaction, and predictions for VR in 2019.  

Sara and Cris explore the world of women in academia by honoring the first woman to ever receive her PhD, Dr. Elena Cornaro Piscopia. Your hosts chat about inequality in academia, sexism in the workplace, and tuberculosis! 

Cris and Sara explore yet another topic to terrify, diving into the world of internet security and data breaches. The duo discuss major data breaches of this year, computers getting hacked by Russia, and the U.S government's hiring process. 

Sara and Cris talk about one of their favorite topics - true crime! Your hosts explore why this topic is so popular, what factors play into violent behaviors, and how we hold people accountable for their actions. CW: violence, murder, rape,  mental illness

Cris and Sara are once again joined by Sara's brother, Stephen, this time to discuss the ever elusive concept of success. Discussion includes Esther Wojcicki's advice on how to raise successful people, Erikson's Stages of Psychosocial Development, and reminiscence about Sara and Stephen's upbringing. 

Cris and Sara are joined by Sara's brother, Stephen, to ramble on about genetic factors that predispose some people to be incredible athletes. Topics include the case of Castor Semenya, Michael Phelps, Simone Biles, and some of the most controversial athletes throughout history. 

Sara and Cris lament over their worst hangovers and look into the causes of hangovers, whether or not the liquors you mix make a difference in preventing hangovers, and the elusive hangover cure.

In honor of Mother’s Day, Cris and Sara research matriarchy in society today, including the difference between matriarchy and matrilineality, the cultural habits of elephants, and fictional kingdoms ruled by women. Our new outro music came from “Internet Archive” which is a database of public domain images, sheet music, audio, video, and software. This specific recording … Continue reading Episode 23: Matriarchal Societies

Cris looks into the philosopher Eubulides and his most famous paradoxes while Sara recovers form Strep Throat. 

Cris and Sara explore the world of branding and brand loyalty through discussion on need versus want, popular brand rivalries, and branded language. 

Cris and Sara discuss the in-between nature of adolescence! Episode includes conversation regarding the psychology of what makes a teenager a teenager, the history of the emergence of this life stage, and a list of the most influential teens of the last year. 

Cris and Sara dive into the loss felt after break-ups, including the way celebrities handle break-ups, podcasts that help in the recovery process, and the best ways to get over a broken relationship. 

Sara and Cris take a long, hard look at climate change and tactics to personally reduce our own carbon footprints. Topics discussed include Aldo Leopold and his poetry, the movie "Noah" and its environmental message, and perceptions of young people in the climate change movement. 

Cris and Sara dive into the concepts of private property and what human beings can own. Points of interest include the ownership of images, pets, and land, Taylor Swift’s concert policies, and what defines a person.  

Cris and Sara talk reasons for going veg, with a strong emphasis on environmental concerns. Your hosts consider the standards set for organic farming, the overconsumption of protein in America, and Sara's entire backstory as a vegetarian.

Cris and Sara explore recent examples of the media jumping to conclusions and how this affects our perception of the truth, discussion encompasses misleading headlines, the issues regarding the Covington Catholic student interaction with Native American protesters, and the events surrounding the Jussie Smollett attack and indictment. 

Cris and Sara read and respond to listener emails. The title "Doppiosode" comes from the term "doppio" which refers to a double shot of espresso. Your hosts have a second shot to discuss previous topics in this mini episode. If you would like to be featured in a future Doppiosode, send an email with your thoughts, comments, or suggestions to coffeelosophy2018@gmail.com! We would love to hear from you! 

Cris and Sara discuss the reality of artificial intelligence and the ethical concerns of this technology - your hosts explore the world of memorable cinematic A.I., current uses for artificial intelligence, and terrifying things robots have said.  

Cris and Sara paint themselves into their own respective corners of personality - in which your hosts dissect the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator, the Enneagram, and Strengths Finder, distinguish between a personality test and a values indicator, and consider what it would be like to echolocate. CW: Mental illness

Cris and Sara are once again joined by Julia, their newlywed best friend - topics in this episode include the stress associated with planning a wedding, the celebrity nuptials of Nick Jonas and Priyanka Chopra, as well as Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth, and marriage advice from various philosophers. 

Cris and Sara are joined by their long time friend, Julia, to delightfully discuss the Life Changing Magic of Tidying Up - the trio dive into the KonMari method, discuss their deleterious experiences with physics in high school, and reminisce on oh so many happy memories.

Cris and Sara take some time to discuss the fascination with fad diets in American culture - in which Sara defends various diets she's tried, Cris is skeptical of all short term weight loss schemes, and in the end, everyone decides moderation is key. 

Cris and Sara honor Betty White and her incredible longevity in the spotlight - topics touched upon include the lack of diversity in Hollywood, the brilliance of films such as "Book Club" and shows such as "Grace and Frankie," and lamentations over the fact that there is no catching up to Betty White. 

Cris and Sara lament the workaholic culture found among millennials - in which they discuss the trends in time off across generations, the myth of Sisyphus, and the overall happiness associated with going on vacation.  CW: Suicide

Cris and Sara reflect on the rise of tattoos - including discussions of the definition of art, how a subculture became mainstream, and what their parents think about their tattoos. (This is a long one, folks.) CW: Self-harm