Perception is a Bitch

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Perception doesn't give you much of a choice. The bitch is gonna make you wanna kill yourself or go grab coffee!

Deji Akingbade


    • Jan 3, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 42m AVG DURATION
    • 110 EPISODES


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    Latest episodes from Perception is a Bitch

    Sunup B*tch!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2022 49:40


    Savage Accountability. Hope is the term we use to describe those parts of our lives we want to see improvement but dont know how to improve.

    Squid Game

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2021 43:45


    Its the end of 2021 and Sarah and I are back to close out the year with the best show currently on Netflix... Squid Games 

    Bad Winter Storms Plow Through Texas [v].

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2021 41:01


    On today's episode, Sarah and I give some commentary on the winter storm and its effect in Texas! 

    The Imposter Syndrome [v].

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2021 33:53


    If you have ever felt like you didn't belong, or that you were not qualified to be in a room, this conversation is for you.

    To Vaccine Or Not To Vaccine [v].

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2021 22:28


    Vaccinations for Covid - 19 have begun. Yet, Americans are understandably skeptical. Lets have a philosophical conversation about this

    Comedians Are The Modern Day Philosophers [v].

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2021 46:46


    Dave Chapelle, George Carlin, Trevor Noah, Seth Myers! These are the Plato, Socrates and Aristotle of our time. 

    Storming The United States Capitol [v].

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2021 51:40


    This week, the US capitol is breached by a Pro - Trump mob. A police officer is killed. Lets talk about perception and the human condition.

    What's The Word For This In English....Cucumber [v].

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2021 41:40


    If you have been following this story, then you see all the ways perception is a fucking bitch!!

    The Last of Human Freedoms [v].

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2021 41:07


    The last of human freedoms - The ability to chose one's attitude in a given set of circumstances.   

    When Faith and Belief Take You Past Reason [v].

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2020 43:35


    Recently, Sarah I binged 50 episodes of Deal or No Deal. This is the conversation that came from it. 

    Advice Has A Time Delay Effect [v].

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 26, 2020 52:21


    On today’s episode, Deji shares some questions he would like to ask God! 

    Karen [v].

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2020 41:36


    Everyone hates Karen. So, lets talk about her....

    The Mulan To Matrix Conversation [v].

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2020 52:09


    Man, Woman, Gay or Straight. What are you to do when who you are doesn't align with who society says you should be.  This is the question in our Perception is a Bitch conversation today

    The Wall Street Journal and Dr. Jill Biden [v].

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2020 46:21


    Joseph Epstein wrote an Op Ed in the Wall Street Journal about First Lady Elect Jill Biden that is causing quite the stir. 

    The Disposable Workforce [v].

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2020 70:51


    Gone are the days of working at your company for 30 years. As such, it would seem that the relationship between employees and their employers has become temporary and disposable. Join Deji and Sarah on todays conversation about the disposable work economy. 

    It's a Fools Errand [v].

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2020 54:38


    A fools errand is a task or an action that is absolutely pointless; a ton of energy given to an activity that ultimately has no point. On today's "perception is a bitch" conversation, Deji and Sarah banter on the activities we engage in that make no sense.  Perception is a bitch book  Perception is a bitch apparel 

    Absolute Power Corrupts [v].

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2020 61:15


    You have probably heard the quote in movies. "Absolute power corrupts absolutely" On todays "perception is a bitch" conversation, Deji and Sarah go deep into the rabbit hole, talking about POWER. Perception is a bitch book  Perception is a bitch Apparel 

    The "Bitter Sweet" Moments [v].

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2020 60:07


    Deji and Sarah talk about the nature of "Bitter Sweet" Moments. Have you had one and how did you handle it?  Spoiler Alert! We also talk about Will Smith and the 30 year reunion of the Fresh Prince Of BelAir in the context of "Bitter Sweet".  If you enjoyed our conversation today, make sure to give us a 5 star rating, subscribe to the show or most importantly, share it with someone you know could benefit from the conversation!

    Schrödinger's Cat [v].

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2020 51:14


    A philosopher creates a thought experiment that forces him to walk away from philosophy. Deji and Sarah explore the human need for certainty and absolutes.  Perception is a bitch book on Amazon

    Cut The Baby In Half [v].

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2020 55:36


    At the core of a "He said, She said" situation is a Mis - Interpretation. However, these perception is a bitch situations can be sticky and problematic with dire and unintended consequences. On todays episode, Deji and Sarah share how to not become the victim of a “He said, She said,” and how you can come out of them with the best possible outcome. Perception is a bitch book on Amazon   

    Much Ado About Nothing [v].

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2020 46:04


    Why do we worry? Its not like we have any control over the outcome.. So why then do we fuss, stress and make much ado about nothing.  Deji and Sarah banter some more philosophical ideas on todays episode of perception is a fucking bitch mane!   

    Weltschmerz - World Pain [v]

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2020 70:46


    News reports indicate that Americans have a general sense of world weariness in 2020, due largely to the impact the corona virus has had on our lives. People are tired and ready for this all to be behind us. The Germans have a word to describe this world weariness or world pain. Its called Weltschmerz. 

    Don't Judge A Book By Its Cover [v].

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2020 69:39


    Yes, I am sure you know the quote all too well. But is it practical? Can we really not judge a book by its cover? These are the philosophical questions Deji and Sarah pose on todays episode. Also with a little help from 50 Cent, the rapper and entrepreneur.  Instagram - Perceptionisabitch Download the book 

    Enthusiastic Ignorance [v].

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2020 71:37


    All advise comes from a place of bias and ignorance. When you give your opinion or biased advice without all the nuances, complexities or facts, you are being Enthusiastically Ignorant and irresponsible.  Enthusiastic Ignorance is a term coined by Deji and Sarah to describe those moments when you give life advise or are given life advise without knowing all the layers to the situation.  Download the book - Perception is a Bitch   

    Horror Vacui [v].

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2020 52:46


    On todays episode, Deji and Sarah talk about Horror Vacui or the fear our minds have of of blank spaces.  The vacuum is the space in our minds where explanations, interpretations and perceptions are not needed. Unfortunately, no one can exist in this space.  Wanna Know more about our philosophy - CLICK HERE 

    The Laws of Perception [v].

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2020 57:24


    On todays episode, Deji and Sarah explore more of their philosophy using Newtons laws of motion. They pose questions. Why do human beings need to be acted upon by external forces "Travel and Trauma" to change our paradigms. Why can we not self compel into a new point of view?  Wanna know more about our ideas? CLICK HERE  Find us on Instagram @perceptionisabitch

    The Man On The Roof [v].

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2020 47:35


    The man on the roof is a parable used to describe the moments in life when you miss what is "PAINFULLY" obvious to others.  Can you recognize the moments in your life when you are being "The man on the roof" CLICK HERE for our philosophical perspective  P.I.A.B Merchandise Find us on Instagram @perceptionisabitch

    Deji's Paradox - The Intention Dilemma [v].

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2020 64:12


    On todays episode, Deji and Sarah talk about the the dilemma of intentions. Do they matter?   CLICK HERE for our philosophical perspective  PIAB Merchandise Find us on Instagram @perceptionisabitch

    Mindset is Everything [v].

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2020 45:05


    We all know mindset is everything. However, most of us dont know our minds, let alone how to set them. On todays episode, Deji and Sarah share their philosophical perspective on a J. Cole interview where he shared the difference in mindset between those who become successful and those who become great. Wanna know more about our philosophical perspective ? CLICK HERE  Find us on Instagram @perceptionisabitch

    If I See You and I Don't Speak [v].

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2020 62:53


    Drawing inspiration from the hit single Bodak Yellow by Cardi B, Deji and Sarah give their philosophical interpretation to what Jesus may have meant in Matthew 7:21 CLICK HERE - For Our Philosophical Perspective  Find us on Instagram @perceptionisabitch

    Hotel California [v].

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2020 46:03


    California is the most beautiful state in the continental USA. However, there is a perceived exodus from the state for a host of reasons. Taxes, Crime and Homelessness to name a few. As former California residents, Deji and Sarah share their perspective.      CLICK HERE - Our Philosophical Perspective  Find us on Instagram @perceptionisabitch

    Triggered [v].

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2020 59:20


    A conversation about people and their opinions in the comment section... If you have scrolled down the comment section of a Facebook post, then you may know one of these triggered little bitches Deji and Sarah will be talking about today CLICK HERE - Our Philosophical Perspective  Find us on Instagram @perceptionisabitch

    Just here for the cheese [v].

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2020 41:50


    Deji and Sarah have a conversation about the strategy and the finish line to the money game.  Get in  Get yours Get out You can buy the Book - Perception is a bitch HERE and learn more about our philosophy

    Be HUMBLE "Sit down" [v].

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2020 44:34


    Humility is a learned behavior. No - one is born humble, we are taught to be humble. On this episode, Deji and Sarah have a conversation about the paradox of humility You can buy the Book - Perception is a bitch HERE and learn more about our philosophy

    Agree to Disagree [v].

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2020 47:51


    Deji and Sarah banter on the current state of the American culture through the lens of this quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson. "Let me never fall into the vulgar mistake of dreaming that I am persecuted whenever I am contradicted. " You can buy the Book - Perception is a bitch HERE and learn more about our philosophy

    Talking in Circles [v].

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2020 54:54


    Deji and Sarah present a simple idea in this episode. It is to "Talk in Circles" OR give a 360° perspective as a useful tool to problem solve or think critically Talking in circles is not about being right or wrong in the opinion or answer you give. It is about being the catalyst for a constructive conversation that leads no where. Talking in circles is very hard and almost impossible to do well because it will require you to share points of views that you may not have. Yet when answering questions or giving thoughts, you should try.  The question used in this episode is "Should I go to college?" You can practice talking in circles on a wide array of topics and perspectives.  You can buy the Book - Perception is a bitch HERE and learn more about our philosophy  

    Clock Wise [v].

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2020 54:25


    On this episode, Deji and Sarah talk about time and the human experience of it. They talk about the idea of spending quality time with loved ones VS just spending time. The language we use in our descriptions of time can influence our experience of it with existential consequences.  You can buy the Book - Perception is a bitch HERE and learn more about our philosophy

    Suffering from perception [v].

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2020 64:35


    Deji and Sarah talk about a little boy who makes the very logical decision to walk up to the roof of his house and jump 50 feet because its Christmas eve. He believes Santa Clause will swoop in with his reindeers to catch him.  You can buy the Book - Perception is a bitch HERE and learn more about our philosophy

    Lets talk about sex baby [v].

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2020 51:01


    A lesbian ask straight women a question on social media; "what does having sex with a man feel like?"  Deji and Sarah talk Sex Ed and give their commentary on what straight women have to say about sex with a man. Wanna know more? Buy Perception is a bitch book on amazon  

    F.R.I.E.N.D.S [v].

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2020 76:29


    What is a true friend and can you really have any? In the conversation today, Deji recalls the most hurtful thing a friend said to him. Sarah also shares her experience being ghosted for apparently no reason Wanna know more? Buy Perception is a Bitch - Book on Amazon

    Are you not entertained [v].

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2020 54:27


    You might recognize our title from the epic scene in the movie Gladiator. But there is a lot more to this scene than meets the eye.  The use of spectacle to convey ideas is as old as time. Great authors and movie director all use it. Gladiator is no different. Can you name the philosophy behind your favorite movies and books? Buy perception is a bitch book

    A paradigm shift happening in real time [v].

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2020 48:13


    A hair salon visit to transform Sarah from a brunette to a blonde goes horribly wrong. Plus she has an amazing week being a boss at work.  Deji's existential crisis also leads him to a new paradigm.  Needless to say. This week, Sarah and I both had paradigm shifts happen in real time! Visit the [v]. Apparel store 

    69 [v].

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2020 66:32


    Why does truth have to be black or white? Can two things be true at the same time? On today’s episode, Sarah and I banter politics, religion, sexual orientation, Nazi’s and the Catholic Church ⛪️  Perception is a bitch book Visit the [V]. Apparel store

    A rose by any other name [v].

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2020 62:53


    Marketing is all about creating and managing peoples perception for profit. To survive and thrive, companies must become masters of perception. Your perception of a brand is its profit margin. The Ferrari's, Apple's, ETC, can use perception to create massive margins and profits.  On today's episode, Sarah and I talk branding and take your questions. We briefly talk Politics; the election in November, Donald Trump, Joe Biden and Kamala Harris.  What did you think about our conversation If you would like a copy of the book - Click Here 

    Lord of the flies [v].

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2020 43:52


    This is a flashback episode from my lost files. Its a conversation Sarah and I had about racism and prejudice. The conversation is a bit dated, but still a fun and relevant topic.  On this episode, we coin the term COMPETENTLY LIT! Take a look

    The many faced god [v].

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2020 18:02


    The many faced god from the Game of Thrones has a lot of correlation to the philosophy to Be the Verb and Not the Noun. Arya Stack's training to become No - One, teaches us that there is no such thing as an Authentic self. If you would like a good book with practical ideas that you can apply to your own life, then what are you waiting for? Click on the link below! Perception is a bitch on Amazon

    Daddy Issues "R" US [v].

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2020 67:49


    At some point or another, we all reflect on our estranged relationships with mom and dad. In these moments, I often wonder if they share the same sentiment for why the relationship is as sour as it is. Do they have the same perspective as i do to the exact moment things went south? This is the conversations Sarah and I are having on today's episode. Perception is a Bitch  Don't forget to reflect on today's conversation HERE If you would like to read more on the philosophy: Perception is a Bitch, CLICK HERE 

    The "Fuck it, I am done” Moment [v].

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2020 41:02


    I am sure you have experienced one or multiple “fuck it, I am done“ moments in your life. A “fuck it” moment is the point you realize your “why” is no longer greater than your struggle. Sarah and I banter and share our perspective on these moments. What are they and how do you recognize and navigate through the emotions they bring. We also explain the “fuck it, I am done” moments in a metaphorical concept called SUICIDE OR COFFEE! Check out the book - Perception is a bitch Visit our [V.] store for apparel

    Leaders should eat first [v].

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2020 67:51


    How do you deal with the pressure and expectation to give back, and to take care of loved ones?How do you deal with the guilt you then feel when they expect you to give BUT you don’t have the means and cannot afford to do so? Perception is a bitch, so Sarah and I give our perspective to these questions and banter about Simon Sinek, Moses and Ayn Rand. We also give perspective on Leadership, Altruism. Sarah introduces the idea of SELF-FIRST as solutions to these questions.  Check out the book - Perception is a bitch Visit our [V]. store for apparel    

    61. The game doesn’t interest me. Only the score

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2020 69:20


    Peter Drucker once said it and I am the type of person who believes that whatever gets measured gets improved. As such, I measure every aspect of my life through a score card. Perception is a bitch, and Lately I find myself realizing the negative effects that my outlook has on my life. On today's episode, Sarah and I talk about our mindsets on keeping score and how this perspective influences our lives. 

    60. George Floyd - Day 1 Allies - Black lives matter "too"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2020 31:37


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