Confuddled

In this final episode of the Confuddled Podcast, Alex and Azul talk about their philosophy and what they've learned. They touch on happiness, the human condition, God, atheism, and what truly gives our lives meaning and purpose. Oh, and they finally talk about pickles - as promised in the very first episode! Like and follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Confuddled/ Twitter: @Confuddled_Pod Instagram: confuddled_podcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBXKCnESJerucIRWP6Ib6Sg Intro/Outro: Music by Michaela Cornelius (https://soundcloud.com/mikatte). Voice by Erin O'Flaherty (https://erinoflaherty9.wixsite.com/performerwriter)

This week, things get steamy between Azul and Lady Philosophy. Oh and we also continue with our old friend Boëthius in tackling one of the biggest questions: If there is a good God, how can there be so much suffering and evil in the world? Like and follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Confuddled/ Twitter: @Confuddled_Pod Instagram: confuddled_podcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBXKCnESJerucIRWP6Ib6Sg Intro/Outro: Music by Michaela Cornelius (https://soundcloud.com/mikatte). Voice by Erin O'Flaherty (https://erinoflaherty9.wixsite.com/performerwriter)

Alex is off sick so this week we have a special episode with yours truly, Azul! Join me in a journey of discovery through the genesis of Schadenfreude and how it relates to who we are inside... *spooky sounds* It's a short episode, but hopefully as fulfilling as our usual episodes! :)   Transcript and references: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1igcqwXsBsieygc3b8Uz1Gygv1wwSas1r/view?usp=sharing   Like and follow us on:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Confuddled/ Twitter: @Confuddled_Pod  Instagram: confuddled_podcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBXKCnESJerucIRWP6Ib6Sg Intro/Outro:  Music by Michaela Cornelius (https://soundcloud.com/mikatte). Voice by Erin O'Flaherty (https://erinoflaherty9.wixsite.com/performerwriter)   Music: Solace by Nomyn https://soundcloud.com/nomyn​ Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported  — CC BY 3.0  Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/SolaceNomyn​ Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/JY8vREZ6XYE​ 

In our third interview series episode, we chat with Toni Dupree - an etiquette expert! Toni shares with us how etiquette is still essential today, how it can change the world, as well as her insightful secret to happiness. About Toni: Toni Dupree is founder and president of Etiquette & Style by Dupree (ESD), an etiquette training and coaching company based in Houston with a mission to help young people and business professionals get ahead with good manners. Since 2006, her etiquette workshops, style seminars and self-esteem and behavior classes have taught hundreds of individuals—from youth groups to business gatherings—how to present their best selves and cultivate meaningful, productive relationships. Her Books: Straight Up From The Teacup - https://www.amazon.com/Straight-Up-Teacup-Toni-Dupree/dp/1947445219 Whose Fork Is It Anyway - https://www.amazon.com/Whose-Fork-Anyway-Dining-Etiquette-ebook/dp/B015GB06TC   Website: dupreeacademy.com Toni's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cdupree1471 Toni's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/etiquetteandstyle/ Toni's Twitter: https://twitter.com/iam_etiquette Like and follow us on:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Confuddled/ Twitter: @Confuddled_Pod  Instagram: confuddled_podcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBXKCnESJerucIRWP6Ib6Sg Intro/Outro:  Music by Michaela Cornelius (https://soundcloud.com/mikatte). Voice by Erin O'Flaherty (https://erinoflaherty9.wixsite.com/performerwriter)

In our second interview series episode, we talk to Terry McDougall, Executive and Career Coach extraordinaire! This episode touches on work-life balance, how to find happiness in your career and why you may be playing by the wrong rules! About Terry: Terry is an executive and career coach, speaker and best-selling author of Winning the Game of Work: Career Happiness and Success on Your Own Terms. She works with managers, executives and professionals who want to draw upon their greatest, most authentic abilities to positively impact their organizations. She supports clients who are creating change, driving innovation, and navigating transitions. Her Book: https://www.amazon.com/Winning-Game-Work-Happiness-Success-ebook/dp/B087115W6C Website: https://www.terrybmcdougall.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/terrybmcdougall Podcast: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/marketing-mambo-terry-mcdougall-mq4YXOuhHKE/ Like and follow us on:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Confuddled/ Twitter: @Confuddled_Pod  Instagram: confuddled_podcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBXKCnESJerucIRWP6Ib6Sg Intro/Outro:  Music by Michaela Cornelius (https://soundcloud.com/mikatte). Voice by Erin O'Flaherty (https://erinoflaherty9.wixsite.com/performerwriter)

In this special episode we launch our interview series by talking with Stephen Archer, a Mindfulness Educator with over 40 years of experience. We get into the neuroscience behind mindfulness, misconceptions about mindfulness, starting a practice in daily life and we also talk about how chasing after happiness could be chasing after the wrong thing! About Stephen: www.mwfo.co.nz  Stephen Archer is Managing Director and lead trainer and supervisor for Mindfulness Works For Organisations. Stephen has been involved with mindfulness for 40 years and began practicing while he was finishing a degree in Eastern studies in the UK. At the age of 23 Stephen was formally trained in mindfulness as an ordained Buddhist monk in the Thai forest tradition. His training included working closely with different teachers and completing lengthy retreats to strengthen his practice. Thirteen years later he emerged from the monkhood with the intention to offer his skills and learnings to the public. During the last 25 years Stephen has run workplace mindfulness trainings for organisations including Westpac, Kiwibank, Air New Zealand and NZ Police, delivered courses in healthcare and prisons, and assisted the Mental Health Foundation of NZ to develop their approach to mindfulness. He has worked at the Leadership Development Centre in Wellington running year-long mindful leadership programmes, and is also a trustee of Te Moata, a retreat centre and nature sanctuary in the Coromandel. Like and follow us on:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Confuddled/ Twitter: @Confuddled_Pod  Instagram: confuddled_podcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBXKCnESJerucIRWP6Ib6Sg Intro/Outro:  Music by Michaela Cornelius (https://soundcloud.com/mikatte). Voice by Erin O'Flaherty (https://erinoflaherty9.wixsite.com/performerwriter)  

We are back with a bang folks! In this week's episode, for the first time in Confuddled's history, Azul just goes on several rants as he attempts to form a cohesive idea and a half. Jumping from Escapism, Capitalism, Fantasy, Literature, Post-modernism, and a dollop of anecdotes, this week's episode covers something that is dear to us all; something that we all face on a day-to-day basis; something that we all need, but may not necessarily want. Tune in to our first episode of 2021!Like and follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Confuddled/Twitter: @Confuddled_Pod Instagram: confuddled_podcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBXKCnESJerucIRWP6Ib6SgIntro/Outro: Music by Michaela Cornelius (https://soundcloud.com/mikatte).Voice by Erin O'Flaherty (https://erinoflaherty9.wixsite.com/performerwriter)

Join Alex & Azul for the final episode of the year - the bonus Christmas Special where they explore Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol, whether or not people can change, and how we can change our lives for the better... Azul also finds a new mistress to flirt with in Lady Pessimism! Like and follow us on:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Confuddled/Twitter: @Confuddled_PodInstagram: confuddled_podcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBXKCnESJerucIRWP6Ib6SgIntro/Outro: Music by Michaela Cornelius (https://soundcloud.com/mikatte).Voice by Erin O'Flaherty (https://erinoflaherty9.wixsite.com/performerwriter)

This week Alex and Azul explore Boëthius' ideas on the Unity, what it is, how it relates to us and how it relates to the Ultimate Goodness. And before you ask, yes, Azul is still fawning over Philosophy, though his jealousy towards Boëthius reaches a new height in this episode!Like and follow us on:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Confuddled/Twitter: @Confuddled_PodInstagram: confuddled_podcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBXKCnESJerucIRWP6Ib6SgIntro/Outro: Music by Michaela Cornelius (https://soundcloud.com/mikatte).Voice by Erin O'Flaherty (https://erinoflaherty9.wixsite.com/performerwriter)

This week we broach the topic of Escapism in the 21st Century. What does it mean? Where do we find it? How does it relate to Fantasy and Tolkien, and most importantly, how passionate will Alex get? ;)Disclaimer: Azul mentions Michael Moorcock and how he has never heard of him before, but on second thought he realised that Moorcock is an author Azul has most certainly read and considers quite good! Moorcock is also a widely read and respected author. Azul is quite embarrassed by this so he didn't even bother to record a voice disclaimer and is instead choosing to refer to himself in third person in the hopes of hiding his shame. He implores you to forgive him...Like and follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Confuddled/Twitter: @Confuddled_Pod Instagram: confuddled_podcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBXKCnESJerucIRWP6Ib6SgIntro/Outro: Music by Michaela Cornelius (https://soundcloud.com/mikatte).Voice by Erin O'Flaherty (https://erinoflaherty9.wixsite.com/performerwriter)

This week Alex & Azul return to Boëthius and his work, The Consolation of Philosophy, and tackle one of the biggest questions in philosophy: Is there a God?Azul also continues his passionate romance with Lady Philosophy...Like and follow us on:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Confuddled/Twitter: @Confuddled_PodInstagram: confuddled_podcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBXKCnESJerucIRWP6Ib6SgIntro/Outro: Music by Michaela Cornelius (https://soundcloud.com/mikatte).Voice by Erin O'Flaherty (https://erinoflaherty9.wixsite.com/performerwriter)

This week continues on from before on the topics of Rawls and his view on creating an ideal system of Justice. Please note that we make a few small mistakes in this episode when referring to Rawls' principles of justice and the Original Position. Therefore, if you are in any way interested, I highly suggest reading Rawls' A Theory of Justice (which you can find online for free) or reading Stanford's summary of the book.Like and follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Confuddled/Twitter: @Confuddled_Pod Instagram: confuddled_podcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBXKCnESJerucIRWP6Ib6SgIntro/Outro: Music by Michaela Cornelius (https://soundcloud.com/mikatte).Voice by Erin O'Flaherty (https://erinoflaherty9.wixsite.com/performerwriter)

We are back after an extended hiatus with another episode of Confuddled! This week Alex and Azul jump into the idea of justice and how to create a perfect system of justice by following through John Rawls and his Theory of Justice.Like and follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Confuddled/Twitter: @Confuddled_Pod Instagram: confuddled_podcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBXKCnESJerucIRWP6Ib6SgIntro/Outro: Music by Michaela Cornelius (https://soundcloud.com/mikatte).Voice by Erin O'Flaherty (https://erinoflaherty9.wixsite.com/performerwriter)

In this episode of the epic saga exploring Boëthius' The Consolation of Philosophy, Alex and Azul explore what happiness is made up of and how it can be easily misinterpreted by placing emphasis where emphasis is not due. Join us to spectate the demise of the honeymoon phase of Azul's relationship with Philosophy and their first big fight.Like and follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Confuddled/Twitter: @Confuddled_Pod Instagram: confuddled_podcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBXKCnESJerucIRWP6Ib6SgIntro/Outro: Music by Michaela Cornelius (https://soundcloud.com/mikatte).Voice by Erin O'Flaherty (https://erinoflaherty9.wixsite.com/performerwriter)

Where is the importance of Fame? How does wealth compare to Fame? This week continues Alex and Azul's adventure towards the heart of Boëthius' philosophies within his work, The Consolation of Philosophy.Bonus: how far will Azul's love for the personification of Philosophy truly go?Like and follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Confuddled/Twitter: @Confuddled_Pod Instagram: confuddled_podcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBXKCnESJerucIRWP6Ib6SgIntro/Outro: Music by Michaela Cornelius (https://soundcloud.com/mikatte).Voice by Erin O'Flaherty (https://erinoflaherty9.wixsite.com/performerwriter)

This is the first episode of a multi-part series tackling the End of Life Choice Act that will be voted on in October 2020. This week, we are joined by Caralise Trayes, author of The Final Choice: End of Life Suffering: Is Assisted Dying the Answer? and Erin O'Flaherty. This episode delves into the topics of physical pain, the doctor-patient relationship, the sanctity of life and palliative care in an attempt to explore the End of Life Choice Act in detail. Stay tuned for the next episode!You can find our more about Caralise's book at https://www.thefinalchoice.nz/Like and follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Confuddled/Twitter: @Confuddled_Pod Instagram: confuddled_podcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBXKCnESJerucIRWP6Ib6SgIntro/Outro: Music by Michaela Cornelius (https://soundcloud.com/mikatte). Voice by Erin O'Flaherty (https://erinoflaherty9.wixsite.com/performerwriter) 

This week, Alex and Azul discuss the issue of Euthanasia with a strong focus on some of the popular for and against arguments regarding Euthanasia and what it would mean if it were legalised. This episode is a precursor to several special New Zealand-focused episodes on Euthanasia that will focus specifically on NZ's Euthanasia Act to be voted into parliament in early October. Do not worry our beloved non-Kiwi listeners, these special episodes will not interfere with our usual episodes! Like and follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Confuddled/Twitter: @Confuddled_Pod Instagram: confuddled_podcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBXKCnESJerucIRWP6Ib6SgIntro/Outro: Music by Michaela Cornelius (https://soundcloud.com/mikatte). Voice by Erin O'Flaherty (https://erinoflaherty9.wixsite.com/performerwriter) 

In this week's episode, Alex and Azul explore one of the many discourses between Anicius Manlius Severinus Boëthius and Lady Philosophy as described in his work, The Consolation of Philosophy.Where does happiness lie? Why do bad things happen to good people? These are just a few of the questions that are addressed by this 1,500-year-old ancient text, written by Boëthius as he awaited his execution. This week's episode, part one of a longer series exploring The Consolation of Philosophy, focuses on Wealth. Bonus: Azul falls in love with the personification of Philosophy... Literal plummeting here... Like and follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Confuddled/Twitter: @Confuddled_Pod Instagram: confuddled_podcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBXKCnESJerucIRWP6Ib6SgIntro/Outro: Music by Michaela Cornelius (https://soundcloud.com/mikatte). Voice by Erin O'Flaherty (https://erinoflaherty9.wixsite.com/performerwriter) 

Have you ever tried juggling live babies? How about juggling golden balls? The difference eludes us.... Anyway! You'll be pleased to hear that this week's topic has nothing to do with juggling! Instead, in this week's episode, Alex and Azul delve deep into the concept of an inherent human nature. Do we have an inherent human nature? Is it good? Is it bad? And most importantly, what do golden balls and babies have to do with it!? Join us and find out!!!!Links:Video 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7FbkwrhW_0IVideo 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S0qjK3TWZE8 Like and follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Confuddled/Twitter: @Confuddled_Pod Instagram: confuddled_podcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBXKCnESJerucIRWP6Ib6SgIntro/Outro: Music by Michaela Cornelius (https://soundcloud.com/mikatte). Voice by Erin O'Flaherty (https://erinoflaherty9.wixsite.com/performerwriter) 

In today's episode, Alex and Azul do a brief jump into the world of beauty and the differing opinions of beauty, quoting John Donne and Roger Scruton as a springboard to dive into the wide and often-warped world of beauty. What is beauty and why is something beautiful? Today's episode takes a brief look into these questions and more! Like and follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Confuddled/Twitter: @Confuddled_Pod Instagram: confuddled_podcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBXKCnESJerucIRWP6Ib6Sg Intro/Outro: Music by Michaela Cornelius (https://soundcloud.com/mikatte). Voice by Erin O'Flaherty (https://erinoflaherty9.wixsite.com/performerwriter) 

Join us this week, as we journey down the rivers of self-questioning and metaphysics on our very own existential boat, exploring the realms of identity and what makes us "us". Travelling through time, space and several thought experiments, we discuss why understanding identity matters, especially today, in the 21st century. Bonus: Azul introduces Alex to his one true love: existential crises. Like and follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Confuddled/Twitter: @Confuddled_Pod Instagram: confuddled_podcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBXKCnESJerucIRWP6Ib6Sg Intro/Outro: Music by Michaela Cornelius (https://soundcloud.com/mikatte). Voice by Erin O'Flaherty (https://erinoflaherty9.wixsite.com/performerwriter) 

Is there a balance between being selfish and selfless in a relationship? How does one balance such often misunderstood and misinterpreted values? Join Alex and Azul, two severely unqualified love-gurus, as they delve into the topic of how to balance these extremes in a relationship. Trigger Warning:This episode briefly touches on themes of abusive/codependent relationships. Like and follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Confuddled/Twitter: @Confuddled_Pod Instagram: confuddled_podcast  Intro/Outro: Music by Michaela Cornelius (https://soundcloud.com/mikatte). Voice by Erin O'Flaherty (https://erinoflaherty9.wixsite.com/performerwriter) 

This week, Alex and Azul talk about the Bystander Effect and why it's not as simple as you may think it is. We also go through the historical significance of this psychological theory and the general ideas and impressions around it, including its implications on humanity and its relationship to good and evil. Tune in to learn all you need to know about the Bystander Effect! Also in this episode: Azul attempts to pull Alex down into the depths of never-ending pessimism. Does he succeed? You'll have to listen to find out! Trigger Warning:This episode briefly touches on themes of violence, sexual harassment and discrimination. Like and follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Confuddled/Twitter: @Confuddled_Pod Instagram: confuddled_podcast  Intro/Outro: Music by Michaela Cornelius (https://soundcloud.com/mikatte). Voice by Erin O'Flaherty (https://erinoflaherty9.wixsite.com/performerwriter) 

Today's episode delves into the topic of Eastern philosophy by using one of the most famous names in the world of martial arts as a springboard: Bruce Lee. We also discuss how popular Eastern Philosophies are often so fundamentally different from Western Philosophies, and why these differences can be important in our every-day lives. Like and follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Confuddled/Twitter: @Confuddled_Pod Instagram: confuddled_podcast  Intro/Outro: Music by Michaela Cornelius (https://soundcloud.com/mikatte). Voice by Erin O'Flaherty (https://erinoflaherty9.wixsite.com/performerwriter) 

Zombies, Robin Williams, and Azul being a tease, what more could someone want from a podcast? But how are they even related, I hear you ask. Well, tune in for today's episode to find the answer to that and to even more tantalising questions such as why an archangel would ever talk to you about ammonia! Trigger Warning:Please be advised that this episode contains very minor references to suicide. Like and follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Confuddled/Twitter: @Confuddled_Pod Instagram: confuddled_podcast  Intro/Outro: Music by Michaela Cornelius (https://soundcloud.com/mikatte). Voice by Erin O'Flaherty (https://erinoflaherty9.wixsite.com/performerwriter) 

What is the meaning of life? Can you define meaning without meaning? Why do you do what you like? And what in god's name is Eudaimonia?? These and more questions will be answered (or tactically ignored) in this episode of Confuddled! Come and join us on a journey through the ages, touching briefly on several key ideas of happiness, the meaning of life, and what it means to be human. And if none of that catches your eye, why not join us for Azul mispronouncing "intelligence" and his numerous existential crises? Trigger Warning:Please be advised that this episode contains references to mental illness and suicide. Like and follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Confuddled/Twitter: @Confuddled_Pod Instagram: confuddled_podcast Intro/Outro: Music by Michaela Cornelius (https://soundcloud.com/mikatte). Voice by Erin O'Flaherty (https://erinoflaherty9.wixsite.com/performerwriter) 

In today's episode, Azul takes on Shakespeare and Alex learns that he is much more than a door-mouse! Tune in to learn why Shakespeare may need a revision and why you may have less control over your fate than you think!Maluma & Takete: https://bit.ly/38GRBKTLike and follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Confuddled Twitter: @Confuddled_Pod Instagram: confuddled_podcast Intro/Outro: Music by Michaela Cornelius (https://soundcloud.com/mikatte). Voice by Erin O'Flaherty (https://erinoflaherty9.wixsite.com/performerwriter). 

This week we dive deep into a topic that is quite dear to our resident Greek Geek, Alex, and explore the medium rarity of Stoicism in all its wisdom. Tune in to learn about Alex's dear friend, Marcus, and his legacy.Like and follow us on:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Confuddled/ Twitter: @Confuddled_Pod Instagram: confuddled_podcastIntro/Outro:Music by Michaela Cornelius (https://soundcloud.com/mikatte). Voice by Erin O'Flaherty (https://erinoflaherty9.wixsite.com/performerwriter)

Burials?! Philosophy?! Pringles ?! Find out how these are all connected. Join Alex and Azul as they journey through the bizarre and the profound, gaining many insights into meaning, life and how it may best be lived. Intro/Outro:Music by Michaela Cornelius (https://soundcloud.com/mikatte). Voice by Erin O'Flaherty (https://erinoflaherty9.wixsite.com/performerwriter).