Human Musings

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Human Musings is a podcast recorded by Kieran Meehan and Sarah Thompson. Following the format of asking and answering one "big" question per episode, Sarah and Kieran aim to explore different social issues and experiences. Naturally mixing banter with straight-forward discussion, Sarah and Kieran…

Sarah & Kieran


    • May 6, 2015 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 1h 1m AVG DURATION
    • 11 EPISODES


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    Episode 11: What Is The Difference Between a Rip-Off and an Homage?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2015 62:28


    This episode, Kieran, Sarah, and their first special guest, David, explore the differences between a ripoff and an homage within the scope of the music industry. David is great and we had a lot of fun.   -S   The thing we played today: Wipe That Shit-Eating Grin Off Your Punchable Face by The Smith Street Band thesmithstreetband.com

    Episode 10: How Do We Form And Express Our Identity?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2015 57:05


    This episode, Kieran and Sarah explore the multifaceted topic of our multifaceted identities. How do we form our sense of self and interact with the world through it?   The thing we played today: Only By You by the April Fool's Childrenhood theaprilfoolschildrenhood.bandcamp.com

    Episode 9: Why Do We Daydream?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2015 61:06


    In this episode, Kieran and Sarah discuss the Why of daydreaming. Is it just fun? Does it speak to deep-seated needs? Is the real world JUST NOT GOOD ENOUGH? Listen, and find out (what we have to say on the matter). Cheers! - S The thing we played today: 30 Ghosts IV by Nine Inch Nails www.nin.com

    Episode 8: Is Healthism Healthy?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2015 58:35


    This episode, Kieran and Sarah deconstruct the many facets of "Healthism". The intentions and outcomes of the healthism, fat shaming and body-love come under evaluation as Sarah is a goof and Kieran gallantly fights through his hilariously-timed congestion.   - S   P.S. Apologies for the weird buzz in the background - K

    Episode 7: "What Thing That We Accept Will The Next Generation Shame Us For?"

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2015 65:19


    This week, Kieran and Sarah speculate as to what  future generations will hold against us (that we might not already be aware of frown-worthy). Kieran uses his yet-fictional grandchildren as theoretical judges of his behaviour, and Sarah makes a variety of different expressive noises.   - S

    Episode 6: What Does Music Do For Us?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2015 57:05


    This episode, Kieran and I discuss that mystical, magical thing that all of us know and love... Music. We discuss what it is, how it works, and why we love it. Or don't. Or whatever.     - S

    Episode 5: What is the Meaning of Life?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2015 58:19


    Kieran and Sarah ambitiously and recklessly take on the Big Question. Amiable disagreements, dumb jokes and expressive intellectual outbursts ensue. Part 2 is currently being negotiated.   Enjoy! -S   The thing we played today: Pants by Lemuria www.lemuriapop.com

    Episode 4: How Do We Navigate or Avoid Culturally Approved Life Trajectories Authentically?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2015 58:31


    Both Sarah and I are the kind of people deemed young by a species. Being people who try to be planful, we often look ahead at our plans. But we sometimes, as you probably do, how much of what we aspire to is our choice, and how much is just what our culture transmits as the "place to go?" How Do We Navigate or Avoid Culturally Approved Life Trajectories Authentically?The thing today: I am Disappeared by Frank Turner www.frank-turner.com

    Episode 3: What Constitutes A Meaningful Contribution To The Discourse?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2015 69:47


    People are talking. There's a new word on the street. Buzzwords are flying and reductionist pundits are reducing. It's a great big discourse and you're just a small voice in a sea of many voices. So how do you do your part? How do you make a difference? Sarah and I talk twitter, constructive language, and crazy alien theories as we try to figure out how to make a meaningful contribution to the discourse.   -K   The thing today: Hiccup by Buke and Gase www.bukeandgase.com

    Episode 2: Why Are People Afraid Of Change?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2015 56:41


    You bought a new house; you got a new job; you're leaving or starting school. Change is the only constant in life, and yet we often don't expect it. In this episode we speak to the fear the consistantly accompanies major life changes, why we feel it, and how we should face it.   Enjoy! -K

    Episode 1: How Do Our Words Affect Those Around Us?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2015 67:16


    Welcome to Episode One (AKA The Pilot Episode) of Human Musings! Kieran and I had a lot of fun recording it (yes), figuring out the mic (no) and eating chips.  In this episode we examine the implications and consequences of using derogatory language, as well as talk about our respective gym/fitness pursuits (that part was unintentional). Enjoy!  -S

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