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In this episode I share my experience with nationalism in the Trump era. I also discuss some issues I've been having with people in my life and how I plan to expand my social network in the future.
In this episode I'm very happy to bring you a real live physicist. A veteran of the field of over 50 years Clyde gives us a wonderful explanation of our cosmos and the concepts there-in. Strap in because this gets deep.
In this episode we have a round table discussion where we wax reasonable on how someone who does not believe in god may find comfort, meaning and understanding. I'm joined by special quests Chauncey and Jesse. Together we give you an alternative to religious belief with a grounded, evidence-based outlook.
In this episode we explore the true reasons, according to our uneducated perspectives, for why some young men cannot get erections. This is another episode where we try to make you laugh aloud while trying to look like your learning something on the internet. Enjoy!
In this episode we discuss the fundamentalist Christian, right wing political movement called Project Blitz. Jesse joins me as we explore their propaganda and attempt to determine what an appropriate response to their message should be coming from an evidence-based and reasonable perspective.
In this episode we discuss the odd phenomena of famous pedophiles. We cover famous people, institutions and organizational systems. During our discussion we try to point out how these people, institutions and organizations are almost completely accepted by modern society despite their history of pedophilia. The jokes fly back and forth as we rank our … Continue reading S2_E26: Famous Pedophiles →
In this episode we engage in a long-form round table discussion with a Professor of Sociology at Seton Hall University. Mark discusses in detail his research on moral biases within academia. We also touch on topics of free speech, free will and woke culture.
In this episode I interview a self-proclaimed Nihilist. As we find out during the discussion his Nihilism is synonymous with Skepticism a la the Russian philosophical tradition. While he also incorporates some of Nietzsche's Nihilism, Dan's is of the following perspective: There is no higher power watching over us or giving meaning to our lives. … Continue reading S2_E24: An Interview with a Nihilist →
In this episode we tackle the topic of human rights and make up after our moral discussion from the previous episode. While human rights are only touched upon in this episode we open the door of understanding for future discussions.
In this episode I further explore my moral framework this time with Chris Shelton. Chris is a podcaster and YouTube personality. Together we explore the validity of my moral foundation and system. My goal is to set the foundations for a morality that can be utilized in every day life. A moral system that can … Continue reading S2_E22: Moral Landscaping with Chris Shelton →
In this episode we discuss how one can construct a moral system. I explain how we must take into account subjective and objective moral foundations along with placing ourselves onto a moral framework. Jesse assists me in my exploration of moral thought and practice and also provides some much needed feedback. The basis for my … Continue reading S2_E21: Moral Landscaping with Jesse Gilbertson →
In this episode we go through all the letters of the LGBTQ+ community in an attempt to fully understand exactly what they all mean. We do this from the perspective of two old, white morons. Not a far stretch for us. Along the way we tell some jokes, share some stories and learn that both … Continue reading S2_E20: LGTBQ+ An Exploration →
In this episode I attempt to inspire you with science and my scientific worldview. A few years back I wrote this letter to my Grandma to hopefully inspire her and now I'm reading it aloud to you. I hope that this letter and its message finds you in good health and raises your spirits.
In this episode we discuss our favorite female movie characters and the interesting situation in modern day Hollywood regarding feminism, woke culture and the clear lack of female leads. The banter goes round and round for a while as we explain our own unique positions, or lack there of, and our insights on exactly how … Continue reading S2_E18: Favorite Female Characters in Movies →
In this episode I bring on 2 very special guests to discuss solutions to the gun phenomena in the USA. We expose the left and right for their true positions on the subject and learn about our own positions along the way.
In this episode I bring on a guest named Jesse to assist me in discussing the 2nd Amendment and gun rights. We have a lively debate on the topic and bring our own backgrounds and understanding to the topic. We don't fully agree and the subject is just explored enough to give us more room … Continue reading S2_E16: The 2nd Amendment →
In this episode we have a round table discussion on free speech and its potential limitations. I invite four guests on to further hone my understanding of the topic and to flush out any areas of lacking in my understanding. This is a shorter episode and just a taste of more to come in season … Continue reading S2_E15: Free Speech Absolutism →
In this episode I review the El Paso Shooter's manifesto and thoroughly fact check his claims. I also construct logical arguments from his perspective to see if they stand up to scrutiny. I'm doing all this in order to give you further insight into critical thinking. It won't be too surprising for you to learn … Continue reading S2_E14: The El Paso Shooter's Manifesto Part 2 →
In this episode I go over the El Paso Shooter's manifesto in detail in order to understand the shooter's worldview and as an exercise in critical thought. How are we to know if he was correct in his claims or incorrect? Did he lose his mind to a deranged conspiracy theory? Did he make any … Continue reading S2_E13: The El Paso Shooter's Manifesto Part 1 →
In this episode we discuss the use of performance enhancing drugs in sports. We cover some history of use, the current situation within sporting leagues, our preferences, the mathematics that explains why people use drugs and our solutions to the problems. Additionally we cover the moral dilemmas we find ourselves in when attempting to solve … Continue reading S2_E12: Doping in Sports →
In this episode we discuss S. Craig Zahler's film Brawl in Cell Block 99. We do a full rundown of the plot and some of our favorite moments in the film. Originally I planned to publish two more episodes reviewing his other films Puppet Master: The Littlest Reich and his epic masterpiece Bone Tomahawk, but … Continue reading S2_E11: Brawl in Cell Block 99 Review →
In this episode the Midwest Misanthrope and I discuss Ayn Rand's book, “The Fountainhead.” MM gives a brief description of the plot while I focus mostly on the ethical, moral and philosophical elements of the book. In the end it should be pretty clear that Ayn Rand's philosophy and morality and hugely lacking in substance … Continue reading S2_E10: Ayn Rand's The Fountainhead →
In this episode special guest Charlie Voodoo joins me to provide some sphere earth proofs that you can perform in your spare time. We also debunk many of the flat earth claims and provide some comical banter on the topics that flat earthers discuss.
In this episode I bring on special guests; the Midwest Misanthrope and Charlie Voodoo to discuss the flat earth interviews published in season 2 episodes 5, 6, and 7. We spend some time discussing the leaders of the flat earth movement, their Judeo-Christian faiths, their claims and more.
In this episode I interview Matthew; a flat earth proponent and presenter at the conference. In it he discusses the foundations of flat earth in the Judeo-Christian bible and the flat earth worldview. Matthew attempts to answer our questions and “educate” us on flat earth theology and perspective.
In this episode I interview more flat earth believers, this time after they've had a full day of lectures and presentations. There are about 6 of them hanging out and discussing what they've learned and how they think about flat earth. Its a long form interview with lots of energy and fun banter. The fellas … Continue reading S2_E6: Flat Earth Interviews Day 2 →
In this episode I attend the flat earth convention and interview some of the attendees. They discuss what it is like to be a flat earth believer and how it has effected their family lives. They also discuss the future of flat earth belief, it's current focus and the future of flat earth in the … Continue reading S2_E5: Flat Earth Interviews Day 1 →
In this episode I summarize the first three episodes of season 2: Conversation with a fundamentalist Christian Nathan Spears 1, 2, and 3. First I steel man Nathans position and try to decode his points as clearly as possible so that you, the listener, can understand what he is saying. Then I discuss the faults … Continue reading S2_E4: Conversations with a Fundamentalist Christian Summary →
In this episode Nathan and I try to wrap up our discussion and things get a little weird. For two episodes now Nathan has been denying my worldview and questioning the validity of science and the scientific method. So far my worldview and science has held up nicely. But what happens when I turn the … Continue reading S2_E3: Conversations with a Fundamentalist Christian Nathan Spears 3 →
In this episode Nathan and I continue our conversation and expand our topics to cover world views. We also dive into morality and ethics and things get a little testy. Enjoy!
Hello and welcome to season 2 of Ear Seduction. This episode is the 1st in a 4 part series where I interview a fundamentalist Christian named Nathan Spears. We discuss a multitude of topics including evidence, methodological naturalism, epistemology, Christianity, Jesus, god, science, free will, consciousness and much more. Nathan attempts to discredit science, the … Continue reading S2_E1: Conversations with a Fundamentalist Christian Nathan Spears →
In this episode of Ear Seduction we pay tribute to my co host and friend The Midwest Misanthrope AKA The Minnesota Misanthrope AKA M. What I'm sure many of you don't know is that M, while being my zany co host, is also a musician. Over the years he's produced a few albums, some serious … Continue reading S1_E17: The Minnesota Misanthrope A Tribute →
In this episode of Ear Seduction we take you further down the rabbit hole and discuss how one of our friends lost his mind to the QAnon cult, lizard people, 911 truth and the like. We express some of our frustrations in dealing with this friend and how challenging it can be to maintain friendships … Continue reading S1_E16: The Destruction of Reality →
In this episode of Ear Seduction I bring on an extra special guest; my mother. We discuss the first 5 books of the Hebrew bible. Our conversation covers my indoctrination as a child, our interpretation of the first five books, some commentary on my mother's deconversion and more. By the end of the episode perhaps … Continue reading S1_E15: Bible Review →
In this episode of Ear Seduction I interview the Midwest Misanthrope to further flush out his views on humanities Right to Life. This time around I don't challenge his view as much as I ask thoughtful questions and listen. His answers may shock you. Enjoy!
In this episode of Ear Seduction I recount my trip to view the solar eclipse at Grand Tetons Wyoming. The story tells like one long joke and hopefully you find yourself laughing uncontrollably. As a writer and a media producer one of my goals is to write and produce material that will make you laugh. … Continue reading S1_E13: Grand Tetons Trip →
In this episode of Ear Seduction we wrap up our conversation regarding Free Will and look forward to the future of the show. Please listen in to the nail biting conclusion.
In this episode of Ear Seduction the Midwest Misanthrope and I attempt to navigate the dark waters of Free Will and Determinism. This is a topic I've researched extensively and have a lot of interest in discussing. This is a topic that M could care less about. It's a good thing we are such good … Continue reading S1_E11: Free Will Part 1 →
In this episode of Ear Seduction I talk with the Midwest Misanthrope about a mutual friend of ours. Specifically how this friend completely lost his mind as he was self indoctrinated into the QAnon cult. He accomplished this in a very convoluted way over the course of 6 years. He has literally believed in every … Continue reading S1_E10: Losing a Friend →
In this episode of Ear Seduction I try a new format for the show. This episode was my first attempt at a project that I'm calling Very Ape. Very Ape will be a series of episodes that will debut in season three of Ear Seduction and will focus on expressing my emotions without worrying about … Continue reading S1_E9: Very Ape →
In this episode of Ear Seduction we discuss the unfortunate reality of indoctrination. During the conversation we discuss religion, human rights, the first amendment and other related topics. Can anything be done to stop people from indoctrinating their children to believe such falsehoods as: flat earth, Christianity in all of its forms, young earth, creationism, … Continue reading S1_E8: Indoctrination →
In this episode of Ear Seduction we discuss more wrestlers from the 80's. This time it's the Million Dollar Man Ted Debiassi. As a kid he was one of my least favorite wrestlers but as an adult I've grown to appreciate his style a bit more. Especially how easy it was for him to play … Continue reading S1_E7: Ted Debiassi →
In this episode of Ear Seduction we take a walk down memory lane to remember one of our favorite TV personalities from the 80's Big John Studd. Both M, AKA the Midwest Misanthrope AKA Minnesota Misanthrope, loved wrestling growing up and both of us have fun talking about one of our favorite personalities in the … Continue reading S1_E6: Big John Studd: A Tribute →
In this episode of Ear Seduction I try my hand at journalism; the first of many attempts. I walk with other scientifically minded people to Denver's capitol. While I'm there I talk with folks and take notes of what I hear and see. I report my findings to the Midwest Misanthrope and we discuss the … Continue reading S1_E5: Scientists March on the Capitol! →
In this episode of Ear Seduction we discuss capitalism in all of its glory. I make it a point to differentiate myself from those that I call ‘arm chair capitalists'. Meaning those that would like to espouse the benefits of free markets and privatization and the ‘invisible hand', as Adam Smith postulated, but without educating … Continue reading S1_E4: Arm Chair Capitalists →
In this episode I engage in a long form discussion with a right ‘wing nut.' Steeped in Ayn Randian ethics, the illusion of free will and free market delirium, my guest crashes and burns in his attempt to make sense of an Oregonian baker's choice to discriminate against a gay couple. His conclusions are truly … Continue reading S1_E3: Gay Rights →
In this episode the Minnesota Misanthrope reviews the book series We Are Legion We Are Bob written by Dennis E. Taylor. Well he sort of reviews it. We start off discussing free will which doesn't get very deep due to the fact that this is M's episode and I wanted him to get to his … Continue reading S1_E2: We Are Legion →
Welcome to the first season of Ear Seduction. In this episode we will be discussing whether or not humans have a right to life. My cohost the Minnesota Misanthrope has a very unique take on this subject and we butt heads a bit working out the details. My position is that homo sapiens can claim … Continue reading S1_E1: Right to Life →
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