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It's Wednesday, December 17th, and Norm Hitzges is already treating the Cowboys like it's January—because let's be honest, they've been playing for “next year” for a while now.Norm lays out the real offseason problem: this team can score like a contender (historically so), yet they're wandering toward mediocrity because the defense couldn't stop a parade—much less an NFL offense. And now comes the big-money question: do you spend $30M a year to keep George Pickens… or do you use that money (and maybe even the Trayvon Diggs cap savings) to build a defense that doesn't actively ruin your weekend?Then we pivot to college football, where head coaches are getting fired like it's a Black Friday sale—because one man (Kurt Cignetti) showed the entire sport what a fast turnaround looks like. And now every “big program” is staring at Indiana like: Wait… y'all did WHAT?Sarcasm? Yes. Numbers? Also yes. Existential dread? Of course. Welcome back to Just Wondering.CHAPTERS00:00:00 – Cowboys Offseason Decisions + Why College Coaches Are Getting Fired00:00:29 – Fluent Financial Sponsor Read00:01:29 – The Cowboys Offseason Has Already Begun (Yes, Really)00:02:18 – Play the Kids: Who Needs Reps Over the Final Games00:03:03 – Tyler Guyton, Flournoy, Mingo & The “What Do We Actually Have?” Tour00:03:45 – Protect Javonte Williams: Reduce the Workload Before You Break Him00:04:33 – The Cowboys Can Score… So Why Are They Still Mid?00:04:56 – The Defense Can't Stop Anything (Norm's Example Is… Vivid)00:05:17 – Pinball Football Returns: Ding Ding Ding, Everyone Scores00:06:02 – 14 Opponent Scores in Two Games + Only Four Punts Forced00:06:38 – Takeaways: The Cowboys Are Down There With the Truly Miserable Teams00:06:56 – Defense Wins Titles… So This Is a Problem00:07:45 – Is It Eberflus… Or Is It the Players? (The Harder Answer)00:08:31 – The Diggs Decision: Cap Space vs Creating Another Hole00:09:17 – Defensive Shopping List: Safeties, Corners, Linebackers, Ends… All of It00:10:12 – The Pickens Question: Jerry Wants Him Back—But At $30M?00:11:00 – Would Pickens Money Be Better Spent Fixing the Defense?00:11:37 – The Bottom Line: Cowboys Don't Need More Offense—They Need a Defense00:12:27 – Bob's Steak & Chop House Sponsor Read00:13:13 – Full Moon Healing Balm Sponsor Read00:13:49 – College Football Coach Firings: This Is Not Normal00:14:56 – The Alleged Culprit: Kurt Cignetti and the Turnaround Blueprint00:15:52 – Stop #1: Indiana (PA) — Instant Winner00:16:52 – Stop #2: Elon — Another Flip00:17:52 – Stop #3: James Madison — Monster Built00:18:57 – Indiana's “Before” Stats: Historically Bad, Truly Grim00:19:48 – Indiana's “After” Stats: Wins, Big Ten Title, Heisman, Playoff Bye00:20:31 – Why Everyone's Firing Coaches: They're Hunting the Next Cignetti00:21:14 – Sponsor Close: Fluent Financial + Bob's00:21:36 – Wrap-Up: Follow, Share, and Keep Wondering  Check us out: patreon.com/sunsetloungedfwInstagram: sunsetloungedfwTiktok: sunsetloungedfwX: SunsetLoungeDFWFB: Sunset Lounge DFW

“The world is flawed, and it is imperfect, but we should not surrender to that.” Trey reflects on the recent acts of violence that overtook the weekend during what is supposed to be a season of joy and family, forcing a hard look at human cruelty and callousness.  He contrasts the darkness with moments of courage and sacrifice, reminding us that decency still exists, often in unexpected places. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On an all new Reporting as Eligible, JR, Paul, and Special Guest/RAE question-asker extraordinaire Mark Podskarbi tackle the fallout from the Broncos game and immediately tear their ACLs in doing so. Have the guys calmed down? Is 2026 over too? Or does a lackluster field of competitive teams mean that hope is still alive, even this year? They also talk vacation destinations, middle names, meats, reasonable expectations, and of course, listener questions. (Also, you can check out Mark's pod here)

On an all new Reporting as Eligible, JR, Paul, and Special Guest/RAE question-asker extraordinaire Mark Podskarbi tackle the fallout from the Broncos game and immediately tear their ACLs in doing so. Have the guys calmed down? Is 2026 over too? Or does a lackluster field of competitive teams mean that hope is still alive, even this year? They also talk vacation destinations, middle names, meats, reasonable expectations, and of course, listener questions. (Also, you can check out Mark's pod here) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Becoming the queen of England wasn't in the plan for Lexi Villiers, the heroine of The Heir Apparent. But when tragedy strikes Lexi's family and she discovers that she's next in line for the throne, she finds herself forced to choose between her own modernity and the crown's antiquity. Is the best option to just leave the monarchy entirely? In today's episode, author and journalist Rebecca Armitage talks with NPR's Miles Parks about her debut novel, and the process of turning her real reporting on the British crown into a fictionalized narrative.To listen to Book of the Day sponsor-free and support NPR's book coverage, sign up for Book of the Day+ at plus.npr.org/bookofthedayLearn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

There's a narrative we've been sold all year: "Move fast and break things." But a new 100-page report from the Future of Life Institute (FLI) suggests that what we actually broke might be the brakes.This week, the "Winter 2025 AI Safety Index" dropped, and the grades are alarming. Major players like OpenAI and Anthropic are barely scraping by with "C+" averages, while others like Meta are failing entirely. The headlines are screaming about the "End of the World," but if you're a business leader, you shouldn't be worried about Skynet—you should be worried about your supply chain.I read the full audit so you don't have to. In this episode, I move past the "Doomer" vs. "Accelerationist" debate to focus on the Operational Trust Gap. We are building our organizations on top of these models, and for the first time, we have proof that the foundation might be shakier than the marketing brochures claim.The real risk isn't that AI becomes sentient tomorrow; it's that we are outsourcing our safety to vendors who are prioritizing speed over stability. I break down how to interpret these grades without panicking, including:Proof Over Promises: Why FLI stopped grading marketing claims and started grading audit logs (and why almost everyone failed).The "Transparency Trap": A low score doesn't always mean "toxic"—sometimes it just means "secret." But is a "Black Box" vendor a risk you can afford?The Ideological War: Why Meta's "F" grade is actually a philosophical standoff between Open Source freedom and Safety containment.The "Existential" Distraction: Why you should ignore the "X-Risk" section of the report and focus entirely on the "Current Harms" data (bias, hallucinations, and leaks).If you are a leader wondering if you should ban these tools or double down, I share a practical 3-step playbook to protect your organization. We cover:The Supply Chain Audit: Stop checking just the big names. You need to find the "Shadow AI" in your SaaS tools that are wrapping these D-grade models.The "Ground Truth" Check: Why a "safe" model on paper might be useless in practice, and why your employees are your actual safety layer.Strategic Decoupling: Permission to not update the minute a new model drops. Let the market beta-test the mess; you stay surgical.By the end, I hope you'll see this report not as a reason to stop innovating, but as a signal that Governance is no longer a "Nice to Have"—it's a leadership competency.⸻If this conversation helps you think more clearly about the future we're building, make sure to like, share, and subscribe. You can also support the show by ⁠buying me a coffee.And if your organization is wrestling with how to lead responsibly in the AI era, balancing performance, technology, and people, that's the work I do every day through my consulting and coaching. Learn more at https://christopherlind.co.⸻Chapters:00:00 – The "Broken Brakes" Reality: 2025's Safety Wake-Up Call05:00 – The Scorecard: Why the "C-Suite" (OpenAI, Anthropic) is Barely Passing08:30 – The "F" Grade: Meta, Open Source, and the "Uncontrollable" Debate12:00 – The Transparency Trap: Is "Secret" the Same as "Unsafe"?18:30 – The Risk Horizon: Ignoring "Skynet" to Focus on Data Leaks22:00 – Action 1: Auditing Your "Shadow AI" Supply Chain25:00 – Action 2: The "Ground Truth" Conversation with Your Teams28:30 – Action 3: Strategic Decoupling (Don't Rush the Update)32:00 – Closing: Why Safety is Now a User Responsibility#AISafety #FutureOfLifeInstitute #AIaudit #RiskManagement #TechLeadership #ChristopherLind #FutureFocused #ArtificialIntelligence

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This episode is a replay from The Existential Stoic library. Enjoy! What is existential despair? Is existential despair the same thing as existential dread or angst? What triggers existential despair? What should you do if you experience the profound sense of anxiety, alienation, or disorientation that arises from contemplating fundamental aspects of the human condition/experience? In this episode, Danny and Randy discuss existential despair. Subscribe to ESP's YouTube Channel! Thanks for listening!  Do you have a question you want answered in a future episode? If so, send your question to: existentialstoic@protonmail.com

“Humans didn't evolve to believe in gods — we evolved to learn from culture, and sometimes culture points away from gods.”Dr Will M. Gervais, psychologist and author of Disbelief, joins Humanism Now to examine one of the most persistent puzzles in the study of religion: why a species capable of deep religiosity also produces millions of convinced non-believers. Drawing on cultural evolution, cognitive science, and cross-cultural data, Will shows why belief and disbelief are shaped less by raw rationality than by social signals, security, and learning environments.Contact & resources;Website – http://willgervais.com/University profile – https://www.brunel.ac.uk/people/will-gervaisResearchGate – https://www.researchgate.net/scientific-contributions/Will-M-Gervais-16312567Disbelief – Gervais (2023) – https://blackwells.co.uk/bookshop/product/Disbelief-by-Will-M-Gervais/9781633889248Topics we cover• Why humans evolved a capacity for religion, not a destiny to believe • The twin puzzles of belief and disbelief explained scientifically • Why comfort-based and “God-spot” theories fall short • Cultural signals, credible displays, and how communities transmit belief • Why atheism often emerges where signals are mixed or muted • Weak and fragile links between analytic thinking and non-belief • Moral distrust of atheists — and what behavioural data actually show • Differences in moral style rather than moral behaviour • Agnosticism as a distinct epistemic position, not a midpoint • Existential security and why stable societies secularise • Cultural evolution and the “big gods” hypothesis • Why scientific self-correction matters more than tribal loyaltySend us a textSupport the showSupport Humanism Now & Join Our Community! Follow @HumanismNowPod | YouTube | TikTok | Instagram | Facebook | Threads | X.com | BlueSky Humanism Now is produced by Humanise Live, making podcasting easy for charities and social causes. Contact us to get starting in podcasting today at humanise.live or hello@humanise.liveMusic: Blossom by Light Prism Podcast transcripts are AI-generated and may contain errors or omissions. They are provided to make our content more accessible, but should not be considered a fully accurate record of the conversation.

Who are we when we are stripped down to our very essence? How do we not only survive but find joy and peace in a world that is full of suffering and disappointment? Ed Stetzer talks with World-renowned psychologist and leadership expert Dr. Henry Cloud about his devotional, To Know Him: A 90-Day Invitation to Come to God as You Are on the mystery of the human mind and how it interacts with these existential questions. In exploring these questions we can know that when we seek God, we will be found on Ed Stetzer Live. Ed Stetzer Live is a listener supported program. To donate, click here. To learn more about Ed Stetzer, click here. To learn more about Ed Stetzer Live, click here.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/edstetzerliveSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Journey Through the Clouds: Reflections on Humanity's PathIn a world where the skyline meets the clouds, two souls find themselves pondering the mysteries of existence. As they ascend to the 86th floor, the view of New York City sprawls beneath them, a testament to human achievement and the complexities of life. But what happens when the streets below are empty, and the world seems to have paused?The View from Above: Michael and Eve's journey to the observation deck is more than just a physical ascent; it's a metaphorical rise above the chaos of everyday life. From this vantage point, the city is a tapestry of stories, each building a chapter in the book of humanity. Yet, as they gaze upon the vastness, a sense of solitude creeps in, prompting questions about the nature of existence and the fate of mankind.A World Paused: The narrative takes a turn as the couple realizes the streets are eerily silent. The absence of people and the stillness of the cityscape evoke a sense of unease. Is this a temporary pause, or has something more profound occurred? The silence becomes a canvas for introspection, as they contemplate the possibility of being the last remnants of humanity.Reflections on Creation and Destruction: Eve's musings on the creation of life and the potential for its end are both haunting and thought-provoking. Her reflections challenge the reader to consider the delicate balance between creation and destruction, and the role of a higher power in the grand scheme of things. Could it be that the world has been reset, leaving only a few to start anew? As the sun sets and darkness envelops the city, Michael and Eve are left with more questions than answers. Their journey is a reminder of the fragility of life and the importance of cherishing each moment. In a world where the future is uncertain, their story serves as a beacon of hope and a call to action for humanity to strive for a better tomorrow.Subscribe Now: Join us on this journey of discovery and reflection. Subscribe for more thought-provoking stories and insights into the human experience.The story explores the emotional and existential themes surrounding a couple's experience in New York City, reflecting on the beauty of the skyline, the unsettling silence of the city, and the mystery of human disappearance. It delves into theories of divine intervention and the potential for a new beginning amidst chaos, culminating in a call to action regarding war efforts.TakeawaysThe beauty of urban landscapes can evoke deep emotions.Silence in a bustling city can be unsettling.Existential questions arise in moments of crisis.Theories of divine intervention can provide comfort.The idea of starting anew can be both hopeful and daunting.War impacts not just soldiers but civilians as well.Community support is crucial during wartime.Financial contributions can make a difference in war efforts.The importance of facing reality in difficult times.Hope can emerge from despair. New York, urban experience, disappearance, divine intervention, war, existentialism, emotions, skyline, silence, new beginnings

Tensions between China and Japan have spiked since November 7 when Japan's newly elected prime minister, Sanae Takaichi, said in the Japanese parliament that a Chinese attack on Taiwan would be a situation threatening Japan's survival. Under Japan's 2015 security laws, that suggests Japan's self-defense forces could be activated to respond. The following day, the Chinese consul general in Osaka, Xue Jian, posted that China had no choice but to cut off the prime minister's head. China-Japan relations have since plummeted. China's top diplomat, Wang Yi, stated that Takaichi had “crossed a red line that should not have been touched.” China has taken retaliatory actions, restricting tourism to Japan and banning imports of Japanese seafood, among other actions. Why has Beijing reacted so strongly and how far are China-Japan relations likely to deteriorate?Joining us today to discuss the latest episode in China-Japan relations is Professor Akio Takahara. Professor Takahara is a Distinguished Visiting Professor at Tokyo Woman's Christian University and an Emeritus Professor at the University of Tokyo. He is also an Honorary Senior Fellow on Chinese Politics at the Asia Society Policy Institute's Center for China Analysis.Timestamps:[00:00] Introduction[02:07] The State of China-Japan Relations Pre-Dispute[02:49] Beijing's Reaction and Intended Audience[05:42] Continuity in Takaichi's Stance [10:31] Why a Chinese Takeover of Taiwan is Existential to Japan [13:03] China's Signals and Restraint[16:30] Recommendations for De-escalation[19:18] Senkaku Islands Dispute in Connection to Taiwan Dispute[22:04] Beijing's Potential Claims on Okinawa[24:23] View in Japan of the US Reaction[26:36] Takaichi's Support in Japan

PREVIEW — Mary Kissel — Missing Clarity on the "Condominium of Adversaries" in National Security Strategy. Kissel criticizes the newly published national security strategy for insufficiently highlighting the existential threat posed by China and its expanding strategic alliance with Russia, Iran, and North Korea, creating a coordinated axis of rival powers. Kissel argues that the strategic document fails to adequately address China's systematic domestic infiltration of American infrastructure networks, university campuses, research institutions, and scientific communities, unlike the more explicit and detailed threat characterizations contained in previous national security strategy iterations. Kisselemphasizes that the document's relative ambiguity regarding the "condominium of adversaries" undermines clarity regarding the multi-vector threat environment confronting American strategic planners and military commanders. TAIPEI

Each year, Consumer Reports publishes their findings on best new and used cars, SUVs and trucks. The guys take the new data and see if CR's results matches their experiences, and they're surprised by some discoveries. For Tony S., they debate vehicles that could potentially have a hitch rack semi-permanently installed - but he wants something sporty too. Then, Doug in MI is having an existential car crisis because he needs one do-it-all car for nearly every category of driving. Car conclusions cover an ultimate sleeper for Brian in NY, and a discovery for Paul C., who got a dynamic company commuter car that's also good for track use! Audio-only MP3 is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and 10 other platforms. Look for us on Tuesdays if you'd like to watch us debate, disagree and then go drive again! 00:00 - Intro 00:30 - Under $12K Film, Now Playing! 03:55 - Toyota GR GT + Lexus LFA Worldwide Reveal! 11:44 - JLR Creative Director Gerry McGovern Fired 14:31 - Porsche Admires Hyundai 15:44 - Toyota Sienna Minivan Hoon 19:32 - Topic Tuesday: Which Cars Are The Best Cars? 36:01 - Hooked On Driving December 2025 + Teaser 2026 37:21 - Car Debate #1: The Permanent Rack 50:41 - Car Debate #2: Existential Car Crisis 1:01:18 - Car Conclusion #1: The Ultimate Sleeper 1:04:16 - Car Conclusion #2: Goth Girlfriends Rock! 1:10:17 - Did You See This? Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels. Write to us your Topic Tuesdays, Car Conclusions and those great Car Debates at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the 18Forty Podcast, we speak with Alon Shalev, a research fellow at the Shalom Hartman Institute, about how Rav Hutner found existential meaning.In this episode we discuss:How do we find and build purpose within our short lives?What is the role of individualism and self-expression in Jewish life? How should we respond to the crisis of perceived meaninglessness in the modern world? Tune in to hear a conversation about the coming together of machshavah, nigleh, and nistar.Interview begins at 23:20.Alon Shalev is a research fellow at the Shalom Hartman Institute in Jerusalem and a Research Associate at the Jonathan Sacks Institute at Bar-Ilan University. He holds a doctorate in Jewish Thought from the Hebrew University. He deals with the question of meaning in life in Jewish thought and philosophy, ethics, and political philosophy. His book Rabbi Yitzchak Hutner's Theology of Meaning was published by Brill. Alon lives in Tzur Hadassah, and is married with three children.References:Terror in Black September: The First Eyewitness Account of the Infamous 1970 Hijackings by David RaabPachad Yitzchak Shavuos by Rav Yitzchok HutnerPachad Yitzchak Purim by Rav Yitzchok Hutner“Letters of Love and Rebuke From Rav Yitzchok Hutner” by David BashevkinBerakhot Chapter 2Between Berlin and Slobodka: Jewish Transition Figures from Eastern Europe by Hillel GoldbergGreat Jewish Letters by Moshe BambergerProverbs 24:16Rabbi Yitzchak Hutner's Theology of Meaning by Alon ShalevHeidegger and Kabbalah by Elliot R. WolfsonHeidegger and His Jewish Reception by Daniel M. HerskowitzMesillat Yesharim by Moses Chaim LuzzattoWho Is Man? by Abraham J. HeschelHalakhic Man by Rabbi Joseph B. SoloveitchikDr. Alon Shalev on The Podcast of Jewish IdeasPachad Yitzchok Chanukah Rav Yitzchok HutnerFor more 18Forty:NEWSLETTER: 18forty.org/joinCALL: (212) 582-1840EMAIL: info@18forty.orgWEBSITE: 18forty.orgBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/18forty-podcast--4344730/support.

Jett Stone, Ph.D., is a writer and clinical psychologist on a mission to improve men's mental well-being and bring their inner life into full color. Stone went to undergrad at the University of Michigan and earned two master's degrees in journalism and psychology from Columbia University. He completed his Ph.D. in clinical psychology at Adelphi University and continued training at the Manhattan Veterans Affairs Hospital. Stone eventually founded a clinical practice in Connecticut, focusing on individual and couples psychotherapy. After years of psychotherapy with a diverse range of men, he authored Quiet Your Mind: A Men's Guide, a comprehensive book of his creative, evidence-based strategies for overcoming worry and rumination.Outside of his practice, Stone is an organizational consultant for Work Haven, helping leaders thrive in high-stress careers. In addition to Psychology Today, his writings and contributions have appeared in the New York Times, American Institute for Boys and Men, the Guardian, and Fortune.Dr. Jett Stone's InstagramSupport the show

Send us a textIn this show, the boys discuss whether AGI (whenever AI gets to this level), will ultimately be the human race's destruction by AI?But what do you think?Links used during the show-https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1APezV1MZC/-https://www.facebook.com/groups/775801081313358/posts/1057712456455551/-https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c0k3700zljjo-https://www.theregister.com/2025/05/27/opinion_column_ai_model_collapse/?utm_source=daily&utm_medium=newsletter&utm_content=top-article-https://ground.news/article/microsoft-ai-boss-warns-of-growing-drive-to-build-human-replacing-superintelligence_56e644?utm_source=mobile-app&utm_medium=newsroom-shareWhat are your thoughts on this subject? Do you agree or disagree? And are there other things you feel they should have covered?Tune in and listen to the discussion, and please let us have your feedback.Although we much prefer effusive praise

Lionel rips into the biggest stories the mainstream ignores: the imminent threat of pandemic-era mask mandates returning to the US; and the escalating war against AI. Lionel details the existential threat posed by AI, including lawsuits alleging ChatGPT encouraged cyber stalking and suicide. He also dissects the massive defamation lawsuit against Candace Owens for her claims about the French President's wife. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lionel takes a wrecking ball to political and social absurdity, starting with the January 6th pipe bomb mystery—the ignored "ghost story" featuring "cheesy," "low rent" devices. He rips into the existential threat of AI, the imminent return of pandemic-era mask mandates, and the "cancer to individual liberty" known as globalism. From airport "malicious compliance" (pajamas and cocktail gowns included) and New Jersey bear hunts to media chaos and the "cognitive dissonance" of the economy, this late-night journey dissects the stories the shadow government wants you to miss. Plus: A defamation lawsuit against Candace Owens, the linguistic absurdity of "dentiloquist," and speculating on Nicki Minaj's political moves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You know that moment when your fighter drops their sword, pulls a crossbow, reloads, drinks a potion, and still has the audacity to say "I attack"? Yeah, this episode's for you. The RPGBOT crew tackles the ancient art of drawing a weapon, a rule so universally ignored that half your table just gasped realizing it has rules. Join Tyler, Randall, and Ash as they descend into the action-economy abyss to figure out when, how, and why your adventurer is technically unarmed. Join the RPGBOT Patreon Want to listen ad-free, catch live recordings, and watch Ash slowly lose his sanity as Randall invents new ways to break Pathfinder 2e? Join the RPGBOT Patreon today. You'll support our work and unlock behind-the-scenes chaos, exclusive Q&A sessions, and bonus content for game masters and players alike. Show Notes In this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, Tyler Kamstra leads Randall James and Ash Ely on an unexpectedly deep exploration of the rules and philosophy of drawing a weapon across Dungeons & Dragons 3.5e, Pathfinder 1e, Pathfinder 2e (Remaster), and D&D 5e. The crew debates whether drawing weapons adds realism, tension, or just unnecessary math to the game. Along the way, they uncover the shocking truth that Pathfinder 2e's remaster quietly changed the Interact action, making it possible to swap items in one action without littering the battlefield with dropped swords. They also revisit old edition quirks like Base Attack Bonus (BAB), Quick Draw feats, reload mechanics, ammunition management, and why 3.5e thought wizards might ever draw a dagger. Expect jokes about pizza, plantains, Foundry VTT sponsorships, and Randall's insistence that pork rinds are the amateur cracklins of the RPG world. Whether you're a Pathfinder purist, a D&D veteran, or just someone who's ever forgotten to "draw your weapon before you attack," this episode delivers insight, laughter, and the occasional existential crisis over action economy. Key Takeaways Drawing a Weapon Actually Matters: In Pathfinder 2e Remaster, the Interact action now lets you swap items — finally freeing players from the "drop your sword" meta. D&D 3.5e Was Simulating Pain: Early editions punished level-1 characters for daring to pull out a sword. D&D 5e Basically Shrugged: The free item interaction rule was so buried and incomplete that nobody ever enforced it. Quick Draw Remains King: In both 3.5 and PF2e, Quick Draw feats remain the ultimate tool for GISH builds and thrown-weapon enjoyers. Foundry VTT Is the True Hero: Foundry automatically handles elevation, distance, and now even angular math — proving that maybe software can love you back. Balance Through Action Economy: PF2e's strict weapon-draw and reload rules balance martial and spellcasting characters, preventing martial supremacy in early rounds. Ash Is Mad About the Remaster: Discovering the "swap" rule mid-episode triggers a live existential meltdown. Randall Still Thinks Pizza is a Weapon: …and may be right. Read More on RPGBOT.net If you want to optimize your characters, master the Pathfinder 2e remaster, or finally understand why the action economy hates you, head over to RPGBOT.net. You'll find detailed guides on character optimization, mechanics deep dives, and edition-spanning analysis — all written by the same nerds who argued for 30 minutes about whether a Totino's pizza counts as a magical item. Welcome to the RPGBOT Podcast. If you love Dungeons & Dragons, Pathfinder, and tabletop RPGs, this is the podcast for you. Support the show for free: Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or any podcast app. It helps new listeners find the best RPG podcast for D&D and Pathfinder players. Level up your experience: Join us on Patreon to unlock ad-free access to RPGBOT.net and the RPGBOT Podcast, chat with us and the community on the RPGBOT Discord, and jump into live-streamed RPG podcast recordings. Support while you shop: Use our Amazon affiliate link at https://amzn.to/3NwElxQ and help us keep building tools and guides for the RPG community. Meet the Hosts Tyler Kamstra – Master of mechanics, seeing the Pathfinder action economy like Neo in the Matrix. Randall James – Lore buff and technologist, always ready to debate which Lord of the Rings edition reigns supreme. Ash Ely – Resident cynic, chaos agent, and AI's worst nightmare, bringing pure table-flipping RPG podcast energy. Join the RPGBOT team where fantasy roleplaying meets real strategy, sarcasm, and community chaos. How to Find Us: In-depth articles, guides, handbooks, reviews, news on Tabletop Role Playing at RPGBOT.net Tyler Kamstra BlueSky: @rpgbot.net TikTok: @RPGBOTDOTNET Ash Ely Professional Game Master on StartPlaying.Games BlueSky: @GravenAshes YouTube: @ashravenmedia Randall James BlueSky: @GrimoireRPG Amateurjack.com Read Melancon: A Grimoire Tale (affiliate link) Producer Dan @Lzr_illuminati  

You know that moment when your fighter drops their sword, pulls a crossbow, reloads, drinks a potion, and still has the audacity to say "I attack"? Yeah, this episode's for you. The RPGBOT crew tackles the ancient art of drawing a weapon, a rule so universally ignored that half your table just gasped realizing it has rules. Join Tyler, Randall, and Ash as they descend into the action-economy abyss to figure out when, how, and why your adventurer is technically unarmed. Join the RPGBOT Patreon Want to listen ad-free, catch live recordings, and watch Ash slowly lose his sanity as Randall invents new ways to break Pathfinder 2e? Join the RPGBOT Patreon today. You'll support our work and unlock behind-the-scenes chaos, exclusive Q&A sessions, and bonus content for game masters and players alike. Show Notes In this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, Tyler Kamstra leads Randall James and Ash Ely on an unexpectedly deep exploration of the rules and philosophy of drawing a weapon across Dungeons & Dragons 3.5e, Pathfinder 1e, Pathfinder 2e (Remaster), and D&D 5e. The crew debates whether drawing weapons adds realism, tension, or just unnecessary math to the game. Along the way, they uncover the shocking truth that Pathfinder 2e's remaster quietly changed the Interact action, making it possible to swap items in one action without littering the battlefield with dropped swords. They also revisit old edition quirks like Base Attack Bonus (BAB), Quick Draw feats, reload mechanics, ammunition management, and why 3.5e thought wizards might ever draw a dagger. Expect jokes about pizza, plantains, Foundry VTT sponsorships, and Randall's insistence that pork rinds are the amateur cracklins of the RPG world. Whether you're a Pathfinder purist, a D&D veteran, or just someone who's ever forgotten to "draw your weapon before you attack," this episode delivers insight, laughter, and the occasional existential crisis over action economy. Key Takeaways Drawing a Weapon Actually Matters: In Pathfinder 2e Remaster, the Interact action now lets you swap items — finally freeing players from the "drop your sword" meta. D&D 3.5e Was Simulating Pain: Early editions punished level-1 characters for daring to pull out a sword. D&D 5e Basically Shrugged: The free item interaction rule was so buried and incomplete that nobody ever enforced it. Quick Draw Remains King: In both 3.5 and PF2e, Quick Draw feats remain the ultimate tool for GISH builds and thrown-weapon enjoyers. Foundry VTT Is the True Hero: Foundry automatically handles elevation, distance, and now even angular math — proving that maybe software can love you back. Balance Through Action Economy: PF2e's strict weapon-draw and reload rules balance martial and spellcasting characters, preventing martial supremacy in early rounds. Ash Is Mad About the Remaster: Discovering the "swap" rule mid-episode triggers a live existential meltdown. Randall Still Thinks Pizza is a Weapon: …and may be right. Read More on RPGBOT.net If you want to optimize your characters, master the Pathfinder 2e remaster, or finally understand why the action economy hates you, head over to RPGBOT.net. You'll find detailed guides on character optimization, mechanics deep dives, and edition-spanning analysis — all written by the same nerds who argued for 30 minutes about whether a Totino's pizza counts as a magical item. Welcome to the RPGBOT Podcast. If you love Dungeons & Dragons, Pathfinder, and tabletop RPGs, this is the podcast for you. Support the show for free: Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or any podcast app. It helps new listeners find the best RPG podcast for D&D and Pathfinder players. Level up your experience: Join us on Patreon to unlock ad-free access to RPGBOT.net and the RPGBOT Podcast, chat with us and the community on the RPGBOT Discord, and jump into live-streamed RPG podcast recordings. Support while you shop: Use our Amazon affiliate link at https://amzn.to/3NwElxQ and help us keep building tools and guides for the RPG community. Meet the Hosts Tyler Kamstra – Master of mechanics, seeing the Pathfinder action economy like Neo in the Matrix. Randall James – Lore buff and technologist, always ready to debate which Lord of the Rings edition reigns supreme. Ash Ely – Resident cynic, chaos agent, and AI's worst nightmare, bringing pure table-flipping RPG podcast energy. Join the RPGBOT team where fantasy roleplaying meets real strategy, sarcasm, and community chaos. How to Find Us: In-depth articles, guides, handbooks, reviews, news on Tabletop Role Playing at RPGBOT.net Tyler Kamstra BlueSky: @rpgbot.net TikTok: @RPGBOTDOTNET Ash Ely Professional Game Master on StartPlaying.Games BlueSky: @GravenAshes YouTube: @ashravenmedia Randall James BlueSky: @GrimoireRPG Amateurjack.com Read Melancon: A Grimoire Tale (affiliate link) Producer Dan @Lzr_illuminati  

Yannick and Nicki have been facing some significant loss in their recent past and in this episode decided to discuss their journey of getting back into coaching clients. Grief and bereavement are experienced on a spectrum and everyone is ultimately navigating their own journey, but questions such as “When is it appropriate to see clients again?”, “Do I disclose what happened to my clients?”, “How do I stay focused on my client's issues?”, or “To what extent do I need to have processed my own loss before I can work with clients efficiently?” are certainly questions that many coaches are asking themselves after facing significant challenges. TakeawaysGrief is a universal experience that can deeply impact personal and professional life.Self-disclosure in coaching can create deeper connections and open meaningful conversations.Personal experiences of loss can enrich coaching practices by adding depth and empathy.Existential reflections on grief can lead to personal growth and resilience.Opening conversations about grief can help normalize the experience and support others in their journeys.ChaptersIntroduction and Context (00:00 - 02:30)Personal Experiences with Grief (02:31 - 08:45)Grief and Coaching (08:46 - 18:20)Existential Reflections (18:21 - 28:10)Concluding Thoughts (28:11 - End)KeywordsGrief, Coaching, Self-disclosure, Existentialism, Personal growth, Emotional resilience, Human connection, Loss, Reflection, Authenticity____If you'd like to stay up to date with new episodes, continue the conversation or generally support what we do: Send us your question: http://bit.ly/talkingaboutcoachingSign up to our mailing list (no spam, no sales, just a quick shout about new episodes): https://rocketsupervision.com/talking-about-coaching/Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG2cSupport the showSupport the show

A new House report confirms the Biden Administration's coordinated, extralegal "Operation Chokepoint 2.0" to debank the crypto industry. We review the timeline & confirmed shadow debanking conspiracies We discuss the bombshell report from the House Committee on Financial Services that confirms the existence of **Operation Chokepoint 2.0**—a coordinated, extralegal effort by the Biden Administration to push the crypto industry out of the US banking system. Review Nic Carter's original exposes, how the "conspiracy" became formal documentation, and the shift from an existential threat to a clearer path for conducting business in the United States. We also discuss the political "reckoning" ahead for the industry's single-issue campaign spending. Subscribe to the newsletter! https://newsletter.blockspacemedia.com **Notes:** * House report confirms debanking conspiracy. * Extralegal effort to cut crypto banking. * Nick Carter published OCP 2.0 exposes. * Existential risk to US crypto is not near-term. * Crypto actively supported Trump's campaign. * "Single issue PAC" raised biggest money ever. Timestamps: 00:00 Start 01:25 Chokepoint 1.0 04:08 Regulation as maze 07:14 FDIC letter 11:06 Charlie gets de-banked 13:12 Fed letter SR226 -

David Marsh, Chairman of OMFIF economic research group, returns to Kopi Time to talk about the UK and Europe, with his new book, “Can Europe Survive?” (Yale University Press, link here), anchoring the conversation. We begin with the current economic, political, and security-related challenges, including US tariffs, China’s industrial prowess, conflict with Russia, immigration, energy security, and the rise of the far right. David delves into his decades of experience on geoeconomics to parse through the difficulties faced by the region’s leaders. He sees an urgent need for liberalisation of capital markets, greater trade and financial linkages with Asia, and sustained efforts to bring the region closer, while at the same time respecting some of the centrifugal forces at play. Europe, according to David, faces its gravest test since the second world war; a fundamental renewal of the EU compact and international partnerships is warranted at this critical juncture. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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It's no secret that the Paris Agreement and voluntary efforts to address climate change are failing. Governments have spent three decades crafting international rules to manage the climate crisis yet have made little progress on decarbonization. In Existential Politics: Why Global Climate Institutions Are Failing and How to Fix Them (Princeton UP, 2025), Jessica Green explains why this is unsurprising: governments have misdiagnosed the political problem of climate change, focusing relentlessly on measuring, reporting, and trading emissions. This technical approach of “managing tons” overlooks the ways in which climate change and climate policy will revalue assets, creating winners and losers. Policies such as net zero, carbon pricing, and offsets primarily benefit the losers—owners of fossil assets.Ultimately, Green contends, climate change is a political problem. Climate politics should be understood as existential—creating conflicts that arise when some actors face the prospect of the devaluation or elimination of their assets or competition from the creation of new ones. Fossil asset owners, such as oil and gas companies and electric utilities, stand to lose trillions in the energy transition. Thus, they are fighting to slow decarbonization and preserve the value of their assets. Green asset owners, who will be the basis of the decarbonized economy, are fewer in number and relatively weak politically.Green proposes using international tax, finance, and trade institutions to create new green asset owners and constrain fossil asset owners, reducing their clout. Domestic investments in green assets, facilitated by global trade rules, can build the political power of green asset owners. Our guest is Jessica Green, a Professor in the Department of Political Science and the School of the Environment at the University of Toronto. Our host is Eleonora Mattiacci, an Associate Professor of Political Science at Amherst College. She is the author of "Volatile States in International Politics" (Oxford University Press, 2023). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Dr. Joe Tafur and Natasha Pentin sat down with Roman Palitsky M.Div. PhD., Director of Research Projects for Emory Spiritual Health. He's also Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Science and faculty in the Emory Center for Psychedelics and Spirituality.We discuss Spiritual, Existential, Religious, and Theological (SERT) experiences around psychedelics, how some religious people understand and experience psychedelics (the Mosaic Initiative), spiritual health practitioners and chaplains, post-psychedelic challenges, and more. Thanks for listening! If you'd like to support the nonprofit Modern Spirit and our podcast, you can make a donation HERE: https://www.modernspirit.org/donate More information about Roman:  Emory University website  If you've had a challenging experience with psychedelics or meditation, please consider participating in the two studies Roman is working on mentioned in the podcast.  Psychedelic Challenges: https://www.psychedelicchallenges.org/  Meditation Challenges: https://www.meditationchallenges.org/  Importance of Integrating Spiritual, Existential, Religious, and Theological Components in Psychedelic-Assisted Therapies: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37256584/  Timestamps: (00:00) Modern Spirit Intro(01:19) Guest Introduction: Roman Palitsky(02:28) MAPS 2023 & Meeting at Berkeley Program(05:03) Science on Spiritual Health (SOS) Conference(07:16) Understanding SERT(13:14) Spirituality and Psychedelics(22:10) Challenging Spiritual & Religious Dynamics (30:52) Measurement-Based Care(32:36) The Mosaic Initiative - Religious Perspectives on Psychedelic Experiences(35:20) Exploring Psychedelic Use in the Jewish Community(37:47) Addressing Post-Psychedelic Challenges(41:00) The Role of Spiritual Health Practitioners & Chaplains(49:31) End-of-Life and Psychedelics(54:50) Alternative Paths to Altered States

It's no secret that the Paris Agreement and voluntary efforts to address climate change are failing. Governments have spent three decades crafting international rules to manage the climate crisis yet have made little progress on decarbonization. In Existential Politics: Why Global Climate Institutions Are Failing and How to Fix Them (Princeton UP, 2025), Jessica Green explains why this is unsurprising: governments have misdiagnosed the political problem of climate change, focusing relentlessly on measuring, reporting, and trading emissions. This technical approach of “managing tons” overlooks the ways in which climate change and climate policy will revalue assets, creating winners and losers. Policies such as net zero, carbon pricing, and offsets primarily benefit the losers—owners of fossil assets.Ultimately, Green contends, climate change is a political problem. Climate politics should be understood as existential—creating conflicts that arise when some actors face the prospect of the devaluation or elimination of their assets or competition from the creation of new ones. Fossil asset owners, such as oil and gas companies and electric utilities, stand to lose trillions in the energy transition. Thus, they are fighting to slow decarbonization and preserve the value of their assets. Green asset owners, who will be the basis of the decarbonized economy, are fewer in number and relatively weak politically.Green proposes using international tax, finance, and trade institutions to create new green asset owners and constrain fossil asset owners, reducing their clout. Domestic investments in green assets, facilitated by global trade rules, can build the political power of green asset owners. Our guest is Jessica Green, a Professor in the Department of Political Science and the School of the Environment at the University of Toronto. Our host is Eleonora Mattiacci, an Associate Professor of Political Science at Amherst College. She is the author of "Volatile States in International Politics" (Oxford University Press, 2023). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/world-affairs

It's no secret that the Paris Agreement and voluntary efforts to address climate change are failing. Governments have spent three decades crafting international rules to manage the climate crisis yet have made little progress on decarbonization. In Existential Politics: Why Global Climate Institutions Are Failing and How to Fix Them (Princeton UP, 2025), Jessica Green explains why this is unsurprising: governments have misdiagnosed the political problem of climate change, focusing relentlessly on measuring, reporting, and trading emissions. This technical approach of “managing tons” overlooks the ways in which climate change and climate policy will revalue assets, creating winners and losers. Policies such as net zero, carbon pricing, and offsets primarily benefit the losers—owners of fossil assets.Ultimately, Green contends, climate change is a political problem. Climate politics should be understood as existential—creating conflicts that arise when some actors face the prospect of the devaluation or elimination of their assets or competition from the creation of new ones. Fossil asset owners, such as oil and gas companies and electric utilities, stand to lose trillions in the energy transition. Thus, they are fighting to slow decarbonization and preserve the value of their assets. Green asset owners, who will be the basis of the decarbonized economy, are fewer in number and relatively weak politically.Green proposes using international tax, finance, and trade institutions to create new green asset owners and constrain fossil asset owners, reducing their clout. Domestic investments in green assets, facilitated by global trade rules, can build the political power of green asset owners. Our guest is Jessica Green, a Professor in the Department of Political Science and the School of the Environment at the University of Toronto. Our host is Eleonora Mattiacci, an Associate Professor of Political Science at Amherst College. She is the author of "Volatile States in International Politics" (Oxford University Press, 2023). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/environmental-studies

It's no secret that the Paris Agreement and voluntary efforts to address climate change are failing. Governments have spent three decades crafting international rules to manage the climate crisis yet have made little progress on decarbonization. In Existential Politics: Why Global Climate Institutions Are Failing and How to Fix Them (Princeton UP, 2025), Jessica Green explains why this is unsurprising: governments have misdiagnosed the political problem of climate change, focusing relentlessly on measuring, reporting, and trading emissions. This technical approach of “managing tons” overlooks the ways in which climate change and climate policy will revalue assets, creating winners and losers. Policies such as net zero, carbon pricing, and offsets primarily benefit the losers—owners of fossil assets.Ultimately, Green contends, climate change is a political problem. Climate politics should be understood as existential—creating conflicts that arise when some actors face the prospect of the devaluation or elimination of their assets or competition from the creation of new ones. Fossil asset owners, such as oil and gas companies and electric utilities, stand to lose trillions in the energy transition. Thus, they are fighting to slow decarbonization and preserve the value of their assets. Green asset owners, who will be the basis of the decarbonized economy, are fewer in number and relatively weak politically.Green proposes using international tax, finance, and trade institutions to create new green asset owners and constrain fossil asset owners, reducing their clout. Domestic investments in green assets, facilitated by global trade rules, can build the political power of green asset owners. Our guest is Jessica Green, a Professor in the Department of Political Science and the School of the Environment at the University of Toronto. Our host is Eleonora Mattiacci, an Associate Professor of Political Science at Amherst College. She is the author of "Volatile States in International Politics" (Oxford University Press, 2023).

Matthew Alper is a passionate researcher and author best known for his provocative work The 'God' Part of the Brain, in which he explores the idea that spirituality and belief in a higher power may be rooted not in external divinity, but in the very wiring of the human brain. Drawing on philosophy, psychology, anthropology, and evolutionary biology, Alper argues that our longing for transcendence, our tendency toward religious and mystical experiences, and even our existential fear of mortality are biologically and neurologically encoded responses rather than purely cultural constructs. His work invites readers to reconsider traditional spiritual narratives through a scientific lens — challenging assumptions about divinity and offering a worldview in which God-concepts emerge through human cognition and evolution. Whether embraced or debated, Alper's perspective remains a bold attempt to reconcile science, spirituality, and the human experience.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-x-zone-radio-tv-show--1078348/support.Please note that all XZBN radio and/or television shows are Copyright © REL-MAR McConnell Meda Company, Niagara, Ontario, Canada – www.rel-mar.com. For more Episodes of this show and all shows produced, broadcasted and syndicated from REL-MAR McConell Media Company and The 'X' Zone Broadcast Network and the 'X' Zone TV Channell, visit www.xzbn.net. For programming, distribution, and syndication inquiries, email programming@xzbn.net.We are proud to announce the we have launched TWATNews.com, launched in August 2025.TWATNews.com is an independent online news platform dedicated to uncovering the truth about Donald Trump and his ongoing influence in politics, business, and society. Unlike mainstream outlets that often sanitize, soften, or ignore stories that challenge Trump and his allies, TWATNews digs deeper to deliver hard-hitting articles, investigative features, and sharp commentary that mainstream media won't touch.These are stories and articles that you will not read anywhere else.Our mission is simple: to expose corruption, lies, and authoritarian tendencies while giving voice to the perspectives and evidence that are often marginalized or buried by corporate-controlled media

Aaron Ciechanover, the Israeli biologist who won the Nobel Prize in Chemistry, has described the academic boycott of Israel as an existential threat. He told KAN that we are on a very dangerous slippery slope that threatens our future here. The boycott by European colleges against Israel has intensified in recent months and the Gaza ceasefire has neither stopped nor slowed its momentum, according to a report by Israel's Association of University Heads. The data indicates that the European academic institutions that severed ties with Israel or ended collaborations with researchers have not reversed the measures. KAN's Mark Weiss spoke with former foreign ministry diplomat Emmanuel Nahshon, who today is in charge of combatting the academic boycott for Israeli universities.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AI and other technologies are increasingly capable of delivering company-ending events. How do you  have “the conversation” with senior leadership–the one about the existential risks your organization faces, and the steps needed for remediation–in a way that ensures that your company is maximally protected, and that you get the resources you need? AdSpot Sponsor: Meter ... Read more »

AI and other technologies are increasingly capable of delivering company-ending events. How do you  have “the conversation” with senior leadership–the one about the existential risks your organization faces, and the steps needed for remediation–in a way that ensures that your company is maximally protected, and that you get the resources you need? AdSpot Sponsor: Meter ... Read more »

Ger Gilroy, Colm Boohig & Dara Smith-Naughton run you through all of today's news, the morning after 10-man Everton STUNNED Ruben Amorim's Manchester United!Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/joinOff The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball

Thinking of the French philosopher Jean-Paul Sartre, it is hard to think of him without imagining him in very particular contexts. One will likely imagine him in a Parisian cafe working through a pack of cigarettes and coffee, working on his latest play while waiting for his friend Pierre to arrive. His theories of freedom against the temptations of bad faith are thought to be theories of writers and activists, resisters of occupation. But while this is no doubt a central part of his thinking, it misses another context he was very much interested in: the clinic. While he was not an orthodox Freudian or trained analyst, he was deeply interested in many of the questions that psychoanalysts are also interested in, and this intersection proved to be very productive, generating thousands of pages of lesser known works. This is what Mary Edwards, philosophy lecturer at Cardiff University, has written about in her new book Sartre's Existential Psychoanalysis: Knowing Others (Bloomsbury, 2022). Working through Sartre's output from beginning to end, it first sets the stage with his early claims about the nature of the self and the possibility of knowing a person. From there, it works to his later works, in particular his voluminous yet unfinished biography of Gustave Flaubert, where Edwards finds Sartre developing and applying a very particular method of understanding a person while nonetheless maintaining a respect for their free nature. While Sartre never completed his intended project, Edwards finds his attempt suggestive for rethinking life both in and beyond the clinic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Thinking of the French philosopher Jean-Paul Sartre, it is hard to think of him without imagining him in very particular contexts. One will likely imagine him in a Parisian cafe working through a pack of cigarettes and coffee, working on his latest play while waiting for his friend Pierre to arrive. His theories of freedom against the temptations of bad faith are thought to be theories of writers and activists, resisters of occupation. But while this is no doubt a central part of his thinking, it misses another context he was very much interested in: the clinic. While he was not an orthodox Freudian or trained analyst, he was deeply interested in many of the questions that psychoanalysts are also interested in, and this intersection proved to be very productive, generating thousands of pages of lesser known works. This is what Mary Edwards, philosophy lecturer at Cardiff University, has written about in her new book Sartre's Existential Psychoanalysis: Knowing Others (Bloomsbury, 2022). Working through Sartre's output from beginning to end, it first sets the stage with his early claims about the nature of the self and the possibility of knowing a person. From there, it works to his later works, in particular his voluminous yet unfinished biography of Gustave Flaubert, where Edwards finds Sartre developing and applying a very particular method of understanding a person while nonetheless maintaining a respect for their free nature. While Sartre never completed his intended project, Edwards finds his attempt suggestive for rethinking life both in and beyond the clinic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/literary-studies

Thinking of the French philosopher Jean-Paul Sartre, it is hard to think of him without imagining him in very particular contexts. One will likely imagine him in a Parisian cafe working through a pack of cigarettes and coffee, working on his latest play while waiting for his friend Pierre to arrive. His theories of freedom against the temptations of bad faith are thought to be theories of writers and activists, resisters of occupation. But while this is no doubt a central part of his thinking, it misses another context he was very much interested in: the clinic. While he was not an orthodox Freudian or trained analyst, he was deeply interested in many of the questions that psychoanalysts are also interested in, and this intersection proved to be very productive, generating thousands of pages of lesser known works. This is what Mary Edwards, philosophy lecturer at Cardiff University, has written about in her new book Sartre's Existential Psychoanalysis: Knowing Others (Bloomsbury, 2022). Working through Sartre's output from beginning to end, it first sets the stage with his early claims about the nature of the self and the possibility of knowing a person. From there, it works to his later works, in particular his voluminous yet unfinished biography of Gustave Flaubert, where Edwards finds Sartre developing and applying a very particular method of understanding a person while nonetheless maintaining a respect for their free nature. While Sartre never completed his intended project, Edwards finds his attempt suggestive for rethinking life both in and beyond the clinic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/critical-theory

Thinking of the French philosopher Jean-Paul Sartre, it is hard to think of him without imagining him in very particular contexts. One will likely imagine him in a Parisian cafe working through a pack of cigarettes and coffee, working on his latest play while waiting for his friend Pierre to arrive. His theories of freedom against the temptations of bad faith are thought to be theories of writers and activists, resisters of occupation. But while this is no doubt a central part of his thinking, it misses another context he was very much interested in: the clinic. While he was not an orthodox Freudian or trained analyst, he was deeply interested in many of the questions that psychoanalysts are also interested in, and this intersection proved to be very productive, generating thousands of pages of lesser known works. This is what Mary Edwards, philosophy lecturer at Cardiff University, has written about in her new book Sartre's Existential Psychoanalysis: Knowing Others (Bloomsbury, 2022). Working through Sartre's output from beginning to end, it first sets the stage with his early claims about the nature of the self and the possibility of knowing a person. From there, it works to his later works, in particular his voluminous yet unfinished biography of Gustave Flaubert, where Edwards finds Sartre developing and applying a very particular method of understanding a person while nonetheless maintaining a respect for their free nature. While Sartre never completed his intended project, Edwards finds his attempt suggestive for rethinking life both in and beyond the clinic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/intellectual-history

On this installation of Across The Pond, Tate and Connor break down the State Department's stunning move to label mass migration as an existential threat and human rights violation, and what it reveals about the direction of American foreign policy. They also expose the media's latest attempt to smear the entire Right as "groypers", using guilt-by-association to delegitimize anyone who pushes back on the narrative. BUY CAST BREW COFFEE TO SUPPORT THE SHOW - https://castbrew.com/ Become A Member And Protect Our Work at http://www.timcast.com Host(s): Tate Brown @realTateBrown (everywhere) Connor Tomlinson  @Con_Tomlinson  (X) My Second Channel - https://www.youtube.com/timcastnews Podcast Channel - https://www.youtube.com/TimcastIRL

Stacy and Daynah immediately spiral into a conversation that only lifelong best friends (and overthinkers) could have and take listeners on a ride through health, humor, and high-level existential dread. Their chat about The Long Walk turns into a surprisingly hilarious exploration of why empaths maybe shouldn't watch dystopian movies without emotional support snacks, how masculinity could use a software update, and why community matters even when humanity is… a lot. Sprinkle in black-hole anxiety, faith detours, wealth cringe, and The Woman in Cabin 10, and you've got a classic convo: big feelings, big laughs, and big “wait, how did we get here?” energy. 0:00 | Midlife health scares & empath energy 4:00 | College years, identity shifts & big feelings 10:00 | First reactions to The Long Walk 14:00 | Masculinity, humanity & unexpected tenderness 20:00 | Community, connection & being emotionally awake 26:00 | Activism overwhelm & the empath burnout cycle 32:00 | Existential spirals, faith shifts & too many thoughts 40:00 | Sensitive brains, black holes & cosmic panic 46:00 | Trauma media & protecting the empath nervous system 48:00 | The Woman in Cabin 10 & women without the tropes 53:00 | Wealth discomfort, power vibes & the haunting of yachts See complete show notes and more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠realeverything.com⁠⁠! Find Stacy: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠realeverything.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/realstacytoth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠missionmakersart.com⁠⁠ ⁠⁠missionalchemists.com⁠ Thanks to our sponsor: CozyEarth.com | Use code WHOLELIFE to get up to 40% off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The story delves into the complexities of human nature, exploring themes of violence, fate, and free will. It presents a dark yet thought-provoking perspective on morality and the human condition, using vivid imagery and metaphor to illustrate the speaker's points.In the dim corridors of history, the island of Sakhalin stands as a testament to the darker facets of human nature. This narrative, set against the backdrop of a machineless era, explores the chilling dynamics of power and the haunting echoes of inhumanity.The Iron Grip of Authority: The story unfolds with a chilling portrayal of authority, where the lives of thousands hang by a thread, controlled by the whims of a few. The dialogue between characters reveals a world where cruelty is not just a tool but a sport, a grim reminder of the past's harsh realities.A Glimpse into the Human Psyche: As the narrative progresses, it delves into the psychological underpinnings of cruelty. The characters' interactions suggest that sometimes, cruelty stems from a deeper, perhaps even pitiable, sickness—a glandular condition that distorts the bloodstream's balance, leading to a desire to inflict or endure pain.The story of Sakhalin is a stark reminder of the complexities of human nature. It challenges us to reflect on the past and consider the factors that drive individuals to acts of cruelty. As we turn the pages of history, let us not forget the lessons learned and strive for a future where compassion prevails over cruelty.Subscribe Now: Stay tuned for more intriguing tales and insights. Subscribe for the latest updates and stories that delve into the depths of human experience.TakeawaysThe human head is a more interesting target than paper.Violence can be seen as a sport in certain contexts.Fate and free will are intertwined in human actions.The concept of morality is subjective and complex.Existential themes are prevalent in discussions of violence.Imagery plays a crucial role in conveying deeper meanings.The speaker's perspective challenges conventional views on violence.Understanding human nature requires confronting uncomfortable truths.The dialogue invites reflection on the nature of existence.The interplay of fate and choice shapes our realities.human nature, fate, free will, violence, morality, existentialism

Japan's New PM and Existential Threat of Taiwan Conflict Guest: Lance Gatling Lance Gatling discussed Japan's new Prime Minister, Sanae Takaichi, who has adopted a notably hawkish position towards China, stating that a blockade or threat against Taiwan could be interpreted as an existential threat to Japan, allowing the possibility of engaging in collective defense with allies like the U.S. or Philippines, and amid rising tensions and China's attempts to inflict economic damage, Takaichi is moving to accelerate the doubling of Japan's defense procurement budget, while the U.S. withdrawal of the mobile Typhoon missile system was criticized as strategically counterproductive during this critical moment. 1904 PORT ARTHUR

PREVIEW Japanese PM Sai Links Taiwan Blockade to Existential Threat, Enabling Collective Defense. Lance Gatlingdiscusses Japanese Prime Minister Takahichi Sai's comments regarding collective defense concerning Taiwan. This concept, enabled by a 2015 law, allows Japan to partner with other nations for national security purposes. Sai suggested that if Taiwan is threatened or blockaded, it could be construed as an existential threat against Japan. Her unscripted remarks, made during a parliamentary budget committee meeting, implied that Japan might engage in collective defense under those circumstances. Guest: Lance Gatling. 1942 MANILA

Michael Berry tackles life’s big questions: Is a po’boy a sandwich or a lifestyle? Why does turkey exist? And can a Monte Cristo achieve enlightenment? Tune in for unsolicited wisdom, sandwich theology, and occasional yelling about mayonnaise.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this edition of Office Hours, Friday Nov. 7 at a special time, 6pm ET, Adnan hosts Hamza Al-Muqawi a Sudanese writer and activist to talk about Sudan's history as a crucial and continuing front in the struggle against colonialism, imperialism, and capitalist exploitation of Eastern Africa and West Asia. We will learn about Sudan's strategic place on the Red Sea and the geopolitical factors fueling imperial and subimperial designs and interventions as well as the resistance and struggle for liberation by Sudan's people facing terror, deliberate starvation and genocide. Hamza's analysis will help illuminate a central battleground in resisting empire and the struggle for liberation. This is a crucial conversation about a major crisis that is thoroughly ignored. Join us and post your questions and comments. You can prepare for Office Hours 13 by reading Hamza's article on substack: https://abuhureirah.substack.com/p/su... You can have priority for your questions and comments by becoming a supporter and posting on patreon.com/adnanhusain or make a one time contribution via buymeacoffee.com/adnanhusain Support the show on Patreon if you can (and get early access to episodes)! www.patreon.com/adnanhusain Or make a one-time donation to the show and Buy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/adnanhusain Like, subscribe, share! Also available as audio podcast on all major plaforms: https://adnanhusainshow.libsyn.com X: @adnanahusain Substack: adnanahusain.substack.com www.adnanhusain.org

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